Have a karter in the family but not sure what to get them? Gift Certificates now available for SIMA! 

When purchasing, please pick the desired denomination. Available in $25, $50, $75, $100, $150, and $200 amounts - and if you had something else in mind, we can provide a custom amount!

Friends and family can use these towards kart rentals or our MV Driving Academy!

Are you interested in getting into the sport of karting, but would like to give it a try before purchasing the equipment? This one hour class gives you the opportunity to get a real feel of a race kart. Instructor will provide basic karting information to help you get comfortable and familiar with driving a race kart. 

1 Hour Class
Sign in and suit fitting - 10 Minutes
Introduction to Karting & the Kart - 10 Minutes
Lead Follow - 10 Minutes
Debrief - 5 Minutes
Lapping - 10 Minutes
Debrief - 5 Minutes
Lapping - 5 Minutes
Conclusion - 5 Minutes

Learn the fundamentals of kart racing with SIMA's 2 hour, one on one driving class. Our instructors will start with an introductory track walk to discuss correct racing line, braking points and general karting tips. This is followed by a lead follow in our Recreation Karts to help drivers deepen their understanding of the racing line. The remainder of the class will alternate between on track sessions and debriefing

Does not include equipment rental. 
Does not include any damage incurred.

SIMA's 3 hour Techniques of Karing will dive deeper into proper driving line by understanding how to enter, apex and exit various types of corners. How to overtake opponents, perfecting a race start, and how to attain your best qualifying lap. Additional time will be allotted to working on drivers specific goals.

Does not include equipment rental. 

Drivers work one on one with our Michael Valiante trained instructors to hone the skills they have been developing in earlier classes. This curriculum is based off the needs of the driver that were determined during our assessment process in the Fundamentals and Techniques class. Here is your chance to master your skills!

6 Hour Class
Does not include kart equipment rental. 

Our elite driving instructors will guide you through a blend of on and off track sessions in both the recreation karts and race karts. The workshop concludes with 20 minutes of free track time to test your new founded skills. The race karts are equipped with race bred engines capable of reaching speeds of 80mph. 

2 hours long
Minimum age is 16 years old
Class size is 6 participants
Contact info@simaracing.com for workshop availability

Schedule
8:30am Check-in & Racewear Fitting
8:50am Introductions
9:00am Lapping Session in Recreation Kart
9:15am Debrief
9:20am Lapping Session 2 in Recreation Kart
9:30am Debrief
9:35am Lapping Session 1 in Race Kart - Group 1
9:50am Lapping Session 1 in Race Kart - Group 2
10:05am Lapping Session 2 in Race Kart - Group 1
10:20am Lapping Session 2 in Race Kart - Group 2
10:30am Conclusion

Learn the fundamentals of kart racing with SIMA's 2 hour, one on one driving class. Our instructors will start with an introductory track walk to discuss correct racing line, braking points and general karting tips. This is followed by a lead follow in our Recreation Karts to help drivers deepen their understanding of the racing line. The remainder of the class will alternate between on track sessions and debriefing

Cost includes kart rental, racewear rental and consumables. 
Does not include any damage incurred.

SIMA's 3 hour Techniques of Karing will dive deeper into proper driving line by understanding how to enter, apex and exit various types of corners. How to overtake opponents, perfecting a race start, and how to attain your best qualifying lap. Additional time will be allotted to working on drivers specific goals.

Cost includes kart rental, racewear rental and consumables. 
Does not include any damage incurred to equipment. 

Drivers work one on one with our Michael Valiante trained instructors to hone the skills they have been developing in earlier classes. The curriculum is based off the needs of the driver that were determined during our assessment process in the Fundamentals and Techniques class. Here is your chance to master your skills!

6 Hour Class
Cost includes Kart rental, racewear rental and consumables.
Does not include any damage incurred to the equipment.

May 11 - 12, 2019
Limited Space Available 

SIMA is very excited to present this unique workshop that will sharpen driving skills and cultivate resilience and strength. IMSA Prototype Series Champion, Dane Cameron will share his race craft expertise in the classroom and on track. Counselor and educator, Colleen Drobot will share  information, wisdom and perspective to parents on how to foster resilience in their kids. It's a one of a kind workshop for the whole family. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to work with two of the best in their fields. 

"I believe that we start to see our true personalities when we go through the most difficult moments. This is when we get stronger."
- Ayrton Senna

Schedule
Saturday
10am-12pm Parents Only - Cultivating resilience in our kids (Colleen Drobot)
10am-12pm Junior Coaching Session
12pm-1pm Catered Lunch
1pm - 2pm Classroom with Dane Cameron - Participants & parents 
2pm-5pm Senior Coaching Session
Sunday
9am-12pm Junior Coaching Session
1pm-5pm Senior Coaching Session


About Dane Cameron
Dane Cameron is a celebrated race car driver in the IMSA Prototype series. A native to Glen Allen, California, Cameron has always felt at home at a race track as his father, Rick Cameron, is a race engineer with over 40 years experience in motorsport. Growing up with a race-winning engineer as a father, Dane brings a unique knowledge of race set ups and how to maximize performance to his skill set. Dane is a graduate of the Michael Valiante Driving Program himself and is excited to come back to a familiar home to share his knowledge. Read more about Dane Cameron at www.danecameron.com

About Colleen Drobot
Colleen is a registered and professional counselor and parent consultant with a private practice in West Vancouver. She is also an educator, has over 20 years' experience working with children in the regular classroom and consults with several school districts. Colleen knows that children and teens face disappointment, loss and circumstances they cannot change. How can we as parents cultivate resilience so that our children will not only endure these experiences, but will be able to gain strength and confidence in their ability to cope with them. In this presentation, Colleen will uncover the roots of resilience and offer ideas as to how parents can foster this process in their children. 

If you are unable to commit to the full weekend, but interested in learning about what Colleen offers you can still register for her 2-hour workshop!

Saturday, May 11
10am - 12pm
Adults only

"I believe that we start to see our true personalities when we go through the most difficult moments. This is when we get stronger."
- Ayrton Senna

About Colleen Drobot
Colleen is a registered and professional counselor and parent consultant with a private practice in West Vancouver. She is also an educator, has over 20 years' experience working with children in the regular classroom and consults with several school districts. Colleen knows that children and teens face disappointment, loss and circumstances they cannot change. How can we as parents cultivate resilience so that our children will not only endure these experiences, but will be able to gain strength and confidence in their ability to cope with them. In this presentation, Colleen will uncover the roots of resilience and offer ideas as to how parents can foster this process in their children.