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Tockwith Motorsport Car Control and Handling School

Fleet Lane, Tockwith

Enjoy One, Two-Hour, or Half-Day Skid Pan Driving Experience for One, Two, or Three People (Up to 81% Off)

£300
£59.95
80% Off
£47.96
£47.96 with promo 18 hours left
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Highlights

Join their exciting high-end sports car experience at a convenient location. Enhance your skills with expert instructors on their unique skid pan

About This Deal

Ever wondered how easy it is to lose control of a car? At TMS Car Control and Handling School, there’s a chance to experience just that in a safe environment. Whether new behind the wheel or looking to sharpen existing skills, this program teaches the art of car control through hands-on sessions and expert instruction. Enjoy learning techniques like ABS braking and steering adjustments while having fun.

What We Offer

  • One-Hour Skid Pan Driving Experience for 1, 2, or 3
  • Two-Hour Skid Pan Driving Experience for 1, 2, or 3
  • Half-Day Skid Pan Driving Experience Including Lunch and a Hot Drink for 1, 2, or 3

At TMS Car Control and Handling School, they offer an exciting opportunity to experience advanced driving at Tockwith Motorsports Centre, featuring our state-of-the-art skid pan!

Upon arrival at the venue near York, you'll meet their experienced team of instructors, all of whom have racing or rallying backgrounds and are qualified ARDS or BARS instructors. They specialize in teaching drivers of all experience levels the art of car control. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned driver, this experience is tailored to suit all levels of skill and confidence.

Before heading out onto the skid pan, you'll attend a short safety briefing to ensure you're ready for an enjoyable experience.

What to Expect:

  • First Driving Session:
    Begin by testing the car on the circuit to understand how easily control can be lost.
  • In-Car and Classroom Training:
    Learn the fundamentals of skid control, covering:
    • Front-wheel, rear-wheel, and four-wheel skids
    • Weight transfer, spins, oversteer, and understeer

Their instructors will also guide you through techniques like Anti-lock Braking Systems (ABS) and cadence braking, crucial for navigating hazardous road conditions.

  • Second Driving Session:
    Apply your newfound knowledge and skills back to the circuit.

Overview:

  • Control skids and slides — Lose control to gain control
  • Learn essential steering and braking skills
  • Compete for Driver of the Day and a chance to win a complimentary experience!

What's Included:

  • Environment to practice reactions to adverse conditions
  • Drive standard manual road cars on a low-grip skid pan (no cradles used)
  • 1-hour course duration
  • Experience operates on a 3:1 driver ratio (drivers alternate as passengers unless a 1:1 package is purchased)
  • Group sizes of up to 6 drivers across 2 cars

Itinerary:

  1. Welcome, introduction, and safety briefing
  2. Initial driving session on the skid pan
  3. Classroom instruction
  4. Second driving session on the skid pan
  5. Braking exercises (ABS and cadence)
  6. Debrief and presentation

Suitable For:

  • Drivers aged 17+
  • Must hold at least a provisional manual driving license
  • Must be comfortable driving manual vehicles

Availability:

  • Courses run Monday to Sunday
  • Dates subject to availability

Spectators:

  • Spectators are welcome!
  • Enjoy excellent viewing facilities overlooking the skid course.
  • On-site canteen offering hot food and drinks.

Why You Should Seize the Deal

TMS Car Control and Handling School provides an unmatched opportunity to learn essential car handling skills from experienced coaches. This unique offering stands out by focusing on practical application through their Skid Pan Experience. Participants benefit from personalized instruction designed to enhance understanding of vehicle dynamics in real-world conditions. The program's location in Tockwith adds convenience without compromising quality education—ideal whether you’re local or traveling from afar. Unlike many modern courses that rely heavily on virtual training methods alone; here students receive invaluable real-time feedback during engaging sessions alongside peers who share similar interests—ensuring lasting memories made along every step taken throughout each carefully crafted lesson plan offered exclusively by industry-leading experts passionate about delivering only top-tier educational experiences directly onto your doorstep today!

Fine Print

Subject to availability. Must be 17 or older. Appointment required. Call 01423 601 007; booking line open Monday - Sunday 9-6, quote Groupon security code on booking. Present Groupon on arrival. 14 day cancellation policy applies, failure to cancel within 14 days with forfeit the voucher. Age restriction, 17 and upwards all driver must hold a minimum of a provisional driving licence please note the vehicles are manual so you must know how to drive a manual car, must be able to drive a standard unmodified car. Car used is a BMW 3 series. Dresscode: Important to dress in comfortable clothes which may get dirty. Footwear: Customers must wear sensible closed toe flat footwear. Please note, there can be upto 3 people on a course (these are NOT private sessions) If you would like the session to be private, please choose the three person option The half day sessions are a 4 hour experience including a break for breakfast/lunch. 4 hour session times are either 9am - 1pm or 1pm - 5pm. Food is a choice of breakfast roll with a hot drink or choice of sandwich with a hot drink per person. The longer the course, the more time you will have driving. Valid 7 days a week. Expires 6 months after purchase. Limit 10 per person(s), may buy 10 additional as gift(s).

About Tockwith Motorsport Car Control and Handling School

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