BMW Car Club of America Puget Sound Region

 

BMW Car Club of America Presents

High Performance Driving Education

Join us for a great day at Pacific Raceways.

Driving your sports car on the track in a safe manner is an opportunity not to be missed. Drivers will be grouped with others with similar experience. Novice and Intermediate drivers will be paired in car with experienced instructors to help build confidence and skills,

Cost: $400 for the day, including lunch.  Note: MSR has added an additional $2 fee per registration unless you are a Hagerty Drivers Club member. 

Registration will close 5 days prior to the event or when the event reaches capacity.

Confirmation: You be wait listed initially and confirmed as soon as possible given run group capacity and instructor availability. You will be charged upon confirmation. 

BMWCCA Puget Sound Region has provided High Performance Driving events at Pacific Raceway and other tracks for more than 40 years. We have a strong safety record and an experienced group of trained Instructors and staff.

Our Values

• Safety – First and foremost.
• Fun
• Educational –  Emphasis on improving skills.
• Welcoming – Friendly and casual.
• Approachable
• Inclusive – Open to all members with all skills and all types of cars.

Attendees are assigned to one of three run groups by the Chief Driving Instructor, based on the skills and abilities of the driver, vehicle, and other participating drivers.  Groups run from Novice, where all drivers are instructed to Advanced/Instructors where all drivers are Solo.  Others may be instructed or solo depending on driver skill. Passing rules vary by run group.  Drivers are expected to advance over time with improving skills and abilities.

Following time on track, run groups will meet in educational breakout sessions for discussion about the track, conditions, traffic management, driving theory, and tips for improvement.  

See  https://bmw-club-psr.org/driver-education for more information about the HPDE program.

Cancellation Policy: 

As a not-for-profit club, it is BMW CCA PSR’s goal to provide exceptional events while breaking even financially. Event expenses (venue rental, corner workers, ambulance services, catering, etc.) are fixed and paid in advance.  The cancellation policy for this event is as follows:

• Cancellations received prior to two weeks before the event will be 100% refunded.
• No refunds or credits will be given if canceled after the time stated above or if you do not attend the event.
• It is the attendee’s responsibility to prepare and bring a vehicle that is safe for the event and meets the club’s safety and technical requirements. There will be no refunds for mechanical failure.
• No refunds will be issued due to halting an event for any reason – rain, incident, etc.

Event requirements

Membership: You must be a current member of BMW CCA to register.  If you are not a member, please join at:  http://bmwcca.org  to receive a valid membership number.  You do not need to own a BMW to become a member or run in our events.  Event registrations will not be confirmed until membership can be validated. Reciprocal  Instructors who are members of ACNW or PNWR may enroll without BMW CCA membership.              

Participation Requirements:

• Valid Driver’s License
• 18 Year Minimum age
•  Open wheeled vehicles are not permitted. Convertibles with soft tops or fully removable hardtops are not permitted. Vehicles with integrated retractable factory hardtops are now permitted (e.g. F33 4 Series)
• 2020 or 2025 Snell SA rated helmet – No M rated.  (1 year grace period for 2015 SA helmets for 2026 season) Some helmets will be available for rental
• Equal restraints for passenger and driver (Seats, belts, harnesses, etc)
• Tech Inspection completed within 28 days of the event. 
• Track and Club waivers must be signed electronically prior to the event

Tech Inspections: The safe condition and operation of your vehicle is your responsibility.  We highly encourage a qualified shop inspect your vehicle.  If you are a qualified individual and are confident you have the skills and expertise to inspect your own vehicle, you may do so, however it remains your responsibility to confirm that your car is safe and meets the inspection standards at each event. 
Note:  Brake fluid must be changed at least every 6 events or one year, whichever is sooner.

All tech forms must be submitted online in MSR or emailed to the registrar prior to the event.  Paper forms will not be accepted at the track and are available at the link below.

Driver Resources  or BMW CCA PSR 2026 Tech Inspection Form

Electronic Waivers: Prior to arriving, you must complete the Speedwaiver.

Insurance:  Most insurance policies do not cover any loss or damage to your person or car for accidents that occur at the track.  Supplemental Insurance may be available from Hagerty or Lockton.

Guests:  Please let the registrar know if you plan to have guests join as they must also complete waivers to enter the track area.  Minors will need additional waivers, signed by the parent.

Activities

During this event, participants will be coached both at the beginning and end of the event on the following topics:

• Emergency braking.
• Emergency braking on a curve.
• Slalom.
• Wet skid pad.
• Autocross.

All activities will take place on a flat paved area with instructions provided.
This event will continue in all weather conditions.

Typical Schedule:

• 7:00 AM Check In
• 8:00 AM Instructors Meeting
• 8:15 AM Drivers Meeting
• 9:00 AM Track Live & Breakout sessions
• Noon Track Cold for Lunch
• 1:00 PM Track Live & Breakout sessions
• 5:00 PM Track Cold – Pack up

BMWCCA PSR  Car Control Clinic

Cost:   $150 Includes Lunch. Note: MSR has added an additional $2 fee per registration unless you are a Hagerty Drivers Club member. 

Registration will be closed when this class reaches capacity or 7 days prior to the event, whichever occurs first.

Car Control Clinics are a fun way to learn what the vehicle you drive every day is truly capable of doing in emergency and high stress situations.  Exercises include Emergency Braking, Accident Avoidance, Wet Skipad, Slalom and a higher speed handling oval.  At lunch you will be allowed to take your car onto the track for a few parade laps led by instructors.

There will be a mandatory online ground school prior to the CCC to learn car control theory and terminology. 

HOT laps.  After you complete all of the exercises for the day you have the opportunity to borrow a helmet for a few fast laps around the track in an instructor’s car with the instructor driving.  

Car Control Clinic and HPDE sessions run simultaneously.  It is not possible to attend both CCC and HPDE on the same day.

See https://bmw-club-psr.org/car-control-clinics for more information