Registration closed September 27, 2021 11:59 PM at 2021-09-27T20:59:00-0700 Registration ends September 27, 2021 11:59 PM at 2021-09-27T20:59:00-0700 Registration opens January 1, 2021 12:00 AM at 2020-12-31T21:00:00-0800 Registration runs from January 1, 2021 12:00 AM to September 27, 2021 11:59 PM
GVC’s Ultimate Driving School #110 is the last of three GVC HPDE events at the Glen in 2021. Our driving schools offer intensive on-track and classroom instruction on the theory and practice of high-performance driving to drivers at all skill levels.
GVC offers an Advanced Data Coaching option to Group 1 (Solo/Group S), Group 2 (advanced), and Instructors interested in taking the next big step in driving skill development. A highly-qualified Data Coach will work with you to utilize data from your vehicle to reveal opportunities for improving your technique. We provide use of an AiM Solo 2 data logger at no extra charge. We are confident that you will see performance gains that rival modifications to your car costing thousands of dollars by improving the most important component in the car - YOU! Fee is $250 for 2-days of personal coaching. No money due at registration; we collect the fee (cash or check only) at the event. Only six AiM units available, so don't wait to sign up!
Weekend School Format:
WGI opens at 6 AM and there is a mandatory Driver's Meeting for all at 7:30 AM each day. On-track sessions run from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Saturday and 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Sunday, with an hour break for lunch at noon each day. The days are busy, but there is enough free time for students to maintain their cars and socialize with fellow driving enthusiasts at the event.
Friday: Open-track for Instructors, Group S drivers, and pre-approved Advanced (G2) drivers*. On-track sessions run from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Saturday and Sunday: Students in run groups 2-4 work with their assigned instructors in regularly scheduled sessions.
*SLIP (Skill Level Instruction Program) is a standardized system for evaluating and tracking a student's HP driving skills.Information about SLIP is available by downloading this document: SLIP Criteria 2016.pdf
Track Schedules:
Examples of daily schedules may be downloaded using the following link. This year's schedules may differ. Final schedules will be sent out to all attendees the week prior to the school..
HPDE Schedule Saturday Sunday.pdf
On Saturday and Sunday, we do our best to offer the following. However, the number and length of track sessions may be affected by breakdowns, adverse track conditions, or other situations we don't control.
Group Exercises
Classroom
Bonus Features (complimentary unless otherwise noted)
*Group S
Group S is open only to upper-level experienced drivers who have previously been checked out and approved for the Group, and solo-qualified drivers affiliated with other BMW CCA chapters or car clubs.
Admission of new drivers to Group S requires a checkout by the Group S coaches.
Drivers wishing to check-out for Group S MUST register as an "Advanced" driver using the "Group S checkout" option. This is a three-day registration option typically limited to 5-6 drivers. GS checkout drivers are initially assigned by default to Group 2 (Advanced) to ensure they will have an instructor assigned to them for the weekend should they not pass GS checkout. Checkouts are typically done by the GS coaching staff on Friday morning. If checkout is successful, the driver becomes a member of Group S and is reassigned to Group 1 to run with GS for the remainder of Friday and the weekend. Once approved for GS, drivers are automatically pre-approved to register for Group S at future GVC events without the need for further evaluation. Drivers who do not pass checkout remain in Group 2 for Saturday and Sunday, but may stay to drive in open track the rest of Friday with the approval of the Chief Instructor.
Group S drivers are offered the following registration options:
Please visit the GVC website for complete details about our HP driving schools, including the Group S application procedure:
http://gvc-bmwcca.org/What_is_a_Driving_School
Registration and Fees:
Cancelations:
Accommodations
The host hotel is the historic Seneca Lodge (http://www.senecalodge.com/) located at the upper entrance to beautiful Watkins Glen State Park off NY 329. The Lodge is famous for its food and racing heritage. The bar is notable for its collection of over 60 years of racing memorabliia, as well as an extensive selection of fine beverages. Another favorite place to stay very close to the track is the Falls Motel in nearby Montour Falls. http://www.thefallsmotel.com. These lodgings fill quickly, so make reservations early.
Many other accommodations are available in Watkins Glen, from cozy bed-and-breakfasts to the luxurious Watkins Glen Harbor Hotel.
Camping at the track: Not available.
Off-site camping: Available at nearby Watkins Glen State Park and other private campgrounds.
For more information, please consult our website: http://gvc-bmwcca.org/Info_About_Watkins_Glen