HPDE One Day Intro

Not ready to commit to a full weekend of driving the track, then this is the event for you!

Learn new skills while experiencing the thrills that comes from driving your car on the road coarse track in this Intro to High Performance Driver Education.

Open to anyone 18 or older, not just PCA members, no previous track experience is required. (Registration Priority will be given to first time participants. Anyone repeating a previous INTRO and still considered a beginner will be confirmed pending space available.)

This one-day (7AM - 5PM) Introduction to High Performance Driver Education will provide you the opportunity to:

  • Learn about high performance driving fundamentals during classroom instruction

  • Experience the excitement of driving on the track during four sessions throughout the day

  • Meet and socialize with others who share your interest in cars and track driving.

  • Check out all the other amazing cars that folks bring to track!

Basic Requirements

  • Participants must be at least 18 years old.

  • Everyone is welcome, you do not need to be a PCA member.

  • Most makes and models of sports cars and sedans are eligible to participate, however no trucks, vans of SUVs, however, Porsche Macan and Cayenne are allowed (Groups 3 and 4 only). Convertibles must meet specific requirements as outlined on the event registration page.

  • All vehicles must have a Tech Inspection performed by a certified vehicle mechanic within 30 days prior to the event (see the 2025 DE Tech Form).

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Team Members

Chair:  Todd Sylvainus
Co-Chair and Registrar:  Sherrill Smith
Chief Driving Instructor:  Jim Smith
Social & Sponsor Coordinator:  Lisa Goforth-Naes