GVC Chapter Driving Event Ultimate Driving School at Watkins GlenWednesday, Aug 25, 2010 to Thursday, Aug 26, 2010 LocationWatkins GlenEvent RegistrarJim Dresser
Wednesday, August 25, 2010 to Thursday, Aug 26, 2010
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Genesee Valley Chapter BMW CCA Presents 2 Driving Programs at August Event
The Genesee Valley Chapter BMW CCA is proud to present 2 concurrent driving programs at its August 25-26, 2010 event at Watkins Glen International Racetrack. The First Program features Ross Bentley’s Speed Secrets Advanced Driving Techniques Seminar and Driving School and is open to the first 50 highly experienced drivers (A, B level students who have been signed off to solo), club racers, and instructors that register. The Second Program is our traditional GVC Mid-week Driving School for advanced/intermediate and novice drivers.
PROGRAM 1: Ross Bentley’s Speed Secrets Advanced Driving Techniques Seminar and Driving School
Overview: We spend lots of money making our cars go faster, but what do we invest in making ourselves better drivers?
Track wheels and tires: $2200
Cams, injectors, and software reflash: $2700
Oil Cooler: $950
Stainless free-flow exhaust: $900
Bilstein PSS9 coil-over suspension package: $1,400
Two-day seminar with Ross Bentley at Watkins Glen: Priceless! Well not really, but at $475 it’s a bargain anyway!
We are “cranking it up another notch this year by offering a special two-day Advanced Driving Techniques school with Ross Bentley as chief instructor. Ross Bentley is truly unique in the world of motorsports education. His highly-regarded Speed Secrets www.speedsecrets.com books are must-reads for all drivers, from novice to professional racer. Ross’ systematic approach to driver development is world famous. Ross will be assisted by a professional driving coach from the Speed Secrets organization, and highly-experienced senior GVC in-car instructors will work with you on the track.
Track time: 4 half-hour track sessions per day
Seminars: 4 one-hour seminars per day with Ross Bentley
Seminar Topics include: Common errors // 100% Tire Rule // De-mystifying Trail Braking // The Speed Equation // Slip Angles // Driving at the Limit // How to best learn a track // Tune my car or tune my driving? // Self coaching techniques // The art of brake application and release // Change of speed // Driving dynamics, traction circle // Springs, anti-roll bars, shock absorbers, tires //and much, much more!
Space is limited to 50 drivers.
You WILL be a better driver after this school!
PROGRAM 1 - Ross Bentley Driving School Pricing:
Track and seminars: BMW CCA members: – $475
Track and seminars: Non-members – $525 (it pays to join BMW CCA today!)
Above Fees include Track walk, Ultimate Driving School T-Shirt and Garage Party
Ross Bentley Seminars ONLY: Members/Non-members $100 (i.e. NO TRACK TIME)
PROGRAM 2: Traditional GVC Ultimate Driving School for advanced/intermediate and novice drivers
Overview: The Genesee Valley Chapter of the BMW CCA has over 25 years of experience running the Ultimate Driving School at Watkins Glen. This traditional GVC Ultimate Driving School will have 2 Run groups: Advanced/Intermediate students (for those not taking the RB school) and Novice. Students are grouped according to prior experience, evaluations from previous schools (if any), and vehicle type. Each run group gets a minimum of 4 half-hour sessions of on-track instruction each day of the school. Between sessions, students get 3 sessions per day of classroom instruction with Jim Tulloch in an interactive environment appropriate for their skill level. Students also gain experience by riding with their in-car instructors during the instructor run sessions.
We also provide extensive written materials to help prepare you and your vehicle prior to coming to the track. To make the experience more enjoyable for new-comers, there is a presentation the night before the event covering the schedule and curriculum of the driving school, the layout of the facilities, where to go for help, and how to prepare for the experience.
Car control clinic - Novice students learn basic car control skills with an in-car instructor on a course set up in a paved infield paddock area. Required of all novice students, the car control course is also available to interested intermediate and advanced students, as well as instructors.
Track Walk - For a nominal additional fee you may also opt-in to go on a guided tour of the track at the end of the first day. You will be transported in vehicles to selected corners, where you will disembark to examine and discuss the track features on foot with our special guest instructor, Ross Bentley.
PROGRAM 2:Traditional GVC Driving School Pricing:
BMW CCA members – $399
Non-members – $440 (Join BMW CCA today!)
Above Fees include Ultimate Driving School T-Shirt and Garage Party
Track walk with Ross Bentley– $15 (open to all driving school participants and guests)
Note: There is a $100 discount for first time novice students who have never been to a Genesee Valley Chapter driving school. This offer is limited to a maximum of 35 novice students.
Included with both programs:
Garage Party: After the track walk, we convene in the Kendall Garage to meet and mingle with other drivers, instructors, friends and family, while enjoying a complimentary buffet, beer, wine and soft drinks.
Souvenir Shirt: To commemorate the event and give you bragging rights back home, you will receive a limited edition Ultimate Driving School shirt to go along with the school tech sticker for your car.
About Watkins Glen
A major drawing card for our school is the chance to drive the legendary Watkins Glen International road-course, which traces its roots back to the legendary races held here just after WW II. These early races were run on still-existing public roads in and around the town of Watkins Glen, and the current track layout echoes that of the original course. Its long straights long turns, and dramatic elevation changes make it both a joy to drive and a challenge to master.
Watkins Glen is a beautiful summer resort located at the southern-most tip of Seneca Lake, in the heart of New York’s Finger Lakes, one of the top wine-producing regions in the country. Besides the many wineries, restaurants, shops, and fun activities for the whole family, the area boasts a variety of nearby state and local parks noted for their spectacular gorges and waterfalls.
Accommodations - The host hotel is the famous Seneca Lodge (http://www.senecalodge.com/), located at the upper entrance to Watkins Glen State Park off NY 329. The Lodge is famous for its food and it's racing heritage. The bar is notable for its collection of over 60 years of racing memorabliia. Make reservations early. Many other types of lodging can be found in Watkins Glen, from cozy bed-and-breakfasts to the luxurious Watkins Glen Harbor Hotel. More information can be obtained at the Watkins Glen Chamber of Commerce website: (http://www.watkinsglenchamber.com/)
Camping - Camping is not available at the track for this school. However, there are many campsites in the area, including beautiful Watkins Glen State Park, one of the most scenic parks in New York: http://nysparks.state.ny.us/parks/142/details.aspx
Don’t delay, space is limited!
‘We will be auctioning a gift certificate to the highest bidder for one set of Michelin automobile tires of your choice up to 19 inches ‘
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