About this event
Are you thinking of racing in our leagues next year?
Do you want to take your racecraft to the next level?
Do you want to enjoy some extended track time?
...then sign up for our K1 Speed Canton Academy - Junior!
FORMAT / SCHEDULE - JANUARY 2, 2026
- 8:30 Check-in
- 9:00 - 9:30 Classroom instruction
- 9:30 - 10:00 Track walk and racing line / driving techniques
- 10:00 - 10:30 Timed races & coaching
- 10:30 - 11:30 Grid races & coaching
- 11:30 - 12:00 Lunch - pizza!
COACHES
- You will be coached by our very own 2024 K1 Junior World Champion, Giovanni Blackerby!
- Our K1 staff will be on-hand to provide coaching in small groups as well. We ususally assign one coach per every 3-4 drivers.
- We'll use in-helmet intercoms to communicate with drivers to give them feedback in real-time.
COST
- $139 per driver
- We will collect your payment information but only charge you once we meet the minimum of 8 drivers and confirm the event (by Dec 31)
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Kart rental & helmets
- K1 staff coaching and mentoring
- Lots of track time and experience racing!
- Lunch!
Note: Personal helmets are not required for this event because we use special in-helmet coms.
Event requirements
All drivers must meet the minimum requirements of driving at K1 Speed:
- Must be at least 48" tall
- Must be under 18 years of age
- Must sign or have valid K1 Speed Canton waiver on file (parent/guardian signature for drivers < 18 years of age)
- Must satisfy all other guidelines for our junior karts
