Pro Racing Secrets: The Complete Driving Playbook
Level 1 - The Core Principles of Driving and Racing

Presented by: Dash Right Academy Series

What is the Dash Right Academy Series?
Join Ken Fukuda—professional racecar driver (IMSA, SRO, Nurburgring) and former Director of Schools at Skip Barber Racing School—for a multi-level, no-holds-barred program designed to make you safer and faster through proper driving technique - not heresay. 

The Dash Right Academy Series is a complete driver development program catered for everyone - from the curious enthusiast to aspiring pro racer. Structured as a progressive curriculum where each course builds upon the last, this series delivers a comprehensive education in high-performance driving.

Learn the fundamentals of vehicle dynamics and precision control, uncover the secrets of reducing lap time, hear about the 'Million Dollar Tip'  that will make you a better driver than 99% of the paddock, and study the exact racing lines used by professionals at legendary tracks like Sonoma Raceway and Laguna Seca.

Beyond technique, learn the secrets of achieving consistency and flow state (getting in the zone), while exploring the subtle details that separate the fastest 1% of professional racing drivers from their pro-level peers.

For the price of a high performance tire, join us on September 27th for Level 1 - The Core Principles of Driving and Racing - from the architect of Skip Barber’s current curriculum, instructor training, race series, and nationwide programs. For topics covered in the Level 1 course, see bottom of page.   

IN ADDITION TO THE CLASSROOM:
• Get personalized lap analysis & feedback. Bring a USB with your onboard video or sim lap ($250 value)
• Enter the Car Show (winner receives a future class credit - $249 value)
• Compete in the Sim Time Attack Challenge (winner receives a future class credit - $249 value)
• Hosted at Café Tapioca in Dublin, CA—home of the Bay Area’s best boba. Quality you can taste!

Why Dash Right Academy?
While private coaching at a recent HPDE track day at Sonoma, Ken's paddock neighbors, both to his left and right, were involved in separate crashes.

At day's end, there were close to 10 separate incidents which ultimately ended the day early for all. Seeing a high frequency of preventable incidents on track days has become an all too common occurence. 

Ken’s private client admitted he felt guilty being the only one to receive such vital information. This struck a chord with Ken and as a result, the Dash Right Academy Series was born. 

High-performance driving is a craft, but racing schools and pro coaches can cost thousands, often out of reach for many. It was for Ken too growing up. 

Dash Right Academy aims to lower the barrier: affordable, comprehensive, to-the-point coaching, with free entry for drivers 18 and under.

Ken knows the value of guidance—by 13 he had read every racing book, yet lacked coaching that could have saved years of literal blood, sweat, tears, and money. 

Going fast is about problem-solving. Additionally, most accidents on track occur due to a lack of knowledge. Simply put, you don't know what you don't know.

Before spending money on another track day only to potentially repeat the same mistakes and reinforce bad habits, come learn the correct knowledge and arm yourself with skills that will last a lifetime - making you safer, faster, and smarter behind the wheel. 

Ken’s students now compete in IndyCar, F1 Academy, and have won the 24 Hours of Le Mans, 24 Hours of Daytona, Sebring 12 Hours, NASCAR Cup Series races, F3/F4, SCCA/NASA, and more.

Limited to 20 slots. Now it's your turn.
Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back. 

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Schedule

• 9:00 AM – Registration

• 9:30–12:00 PM – Classroom / Level 1 - The Core Principles of Driving and Racing 

• 12:00–1:00 PM – Lunch + Car Show Voting

• 1:00–2:00 PM – Classroom + Car Show Winner Announced

• 2:00–5:00 PM – Onboard Video Reviews + Sim Time Attack running concurrently (winner announced at 5PM/email)

 

Details

• Price: $199 early registration (by September 25th) | $249 regular registration

• Ages 18 & under: Free entry. 20 seats reserved for paying students first; standing room available afterward.

• Refunds: None. Cancellations may receive credit toward a future class (case by case).

• Driving: This is a NON-DRIVING event — but push your limits on the simulator!

• Food & Drinks: Lunch not provided. Café Tapioca offers excellent boba and snacks, and supports the motorsports community—please support them. Plentiful food options nearby.

• Video Review: Bring your lap on USB/SD/mini SD (formats accepted: .mp4, .avi, .mkv, .mov, .wmv, .flv, .webm, .mpeg, .mpg, .ogg, .ogv, .3gp, .ts, .m2ts, .mts, .vob).

• Recording: No outside recording allowed. Note: this event may be video-recorded by host. 

• Who It’s For: Everyone. From curious enthusiasts, sim racers, track-day enthusiasts, current racers, to aspiring pros - anyone with a desire to learn.

• Community: Connect with fellow enthusiasts over cars, motorsports, and boba. Please be respectful and courteous to all. Win-Party-Give back.   #dashright

 

Topics Covered in Level 1 - The Core Principles of Driving and Racing: 

• Foundations for Speed 
• Vehicle Dynamics
• The Truth About Tires
• Traction Loss Types, Causes, Solutions
• Proper Steering, Pedal Application
• Stages of a Corner
• Line Types
• Controlling the Car Versus the Car Controlling You
• Proper Shifting, Correct Gear Determination
• Learning a Track Like the Pros
• How to Reduce Lap Time - The Safest and Most Efficient Way - Part 1 
• The ‘Million Dollar Tip’ - What Will Change Your Driving Forever & Make You Better Than 99% of the Paddock
• How to Self-Coach
• Unlocking the Line: Driving Sonoma Raceway Like the Pros

In Addition To the Classroom:

• Receive personalized lap analysis & feedback. Bring a USB with one onboard video lap or sim lap ($250 value)
• Enter the Car Show (winner receives a future class credit - $249 value)
• Compete in the Sim Time Attack Challenge (winner receives a future class credit - $249 value)