About this event
Are you a first-time driver eager to take on the challenges of Calabogie Motorsports Park? Whether you're new to the track or simply seeking to enhance your skills, our HPDE Introduction Nights offer the perfect opportunity for you to embark on your journey with confidence.
Calabogie Motorsports Park boasts the title of Canada's longest track, spanning over 5 kilometers with more than 20 thrilling turns. Navigating such a dynamic course demands more than a few laps to master. Our Intro Nights are expertly structured in a lead/follow format, allowing you to acquaint yourself with the track's nuances, flow, and intricacies.
During these sessions, you'll have the invaluable guidance of a seasoned driving coach at your disposal. Maximizing your time with them is paramount as you progress towards refining your performance driving skills. By familiarizing yourself with the track layout and its rhythm through our lead/follow introduction program, you'll accelerate your development on the track.
HPDE Intro Nights are scheduled approximately every 3-4 weeks, conveniently preceding our HPDE events. This strategic scheduling enables you to seamlessly book both events together, optimizing your learning curve and progression. Don't miss out on this efficient pathway to rapid improvement behind the wheel at Calabogie.
- Follow your coach around the full 5.05 km track and learn the line, how and when to pass safely, where to look and where to apply brakes and throttle correctly.
- There will be up to 3 other cars in your group all following the coach in a Calabogie track car.
- Each session is 25 minutes with a driver briefing in between.
- There often is an HPDE event the week following these events where you can progress to the next stage with an in-car coach.
- M2015 or SA2015 minimum helmet rating required. If you are unsure of your rating or need one, rentals are available for $30.00
- Long pants and proper shoes are required. No sandals or flipflops.
- All coaches are Level II certified with the Motorsports Safety Foundation
- Fully electric vehicles are not permitted to run on the track.
Event requirements
M2015 or SA2015 rated helmets are the minimum required. Helmets can be rented track side for $40 / day
Please wear long pants and closed toe shoes.
