Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Premier Racing & Driving School Experience
Founded in 1975 by Skip Barber, our racing school has trained over 400,000 students, including motorsport legends like Josef Newgarden and Jeff Gordon. We combine decades of racing expertise with cutting-edge technology to deliver driving and racing instruction at premier tracks nationwide. Our programs cater to aspiring racers, everyday drivers, and corporate teams seeking high-performance training. With a legacy of producing champions across NASCAR, INDYCAR, and Formula 1, we maintain rigorous standards for instructor qualifications and curriculum development.Our facilities feature state-of-the-art simulators and partnerships with leading automotive brands to ensure students receive industry-relevant skills. We prioritize safety, skill mastery, and real-world application through structured programs ranging from one-day courses to advanced racing schools. Our commitment to excellence is evidenced by our alumni's success and partnerships with major racing series like SRO America.
Services
Racing School
Driving Academy
Simulator Training
Corporate Events
Race Series
Advanced Coaching
Formula Car School
GT School
Touring Car School
Esports Membership
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience developing motorsport champions.
- Our graduates include 1/3 of the 2022 Indy 500 starting lineup.
- We offer training at 8 premier race tracks across North America.
- Our instructors include former professional racers and certified coaches.
- We combine real track experience with advanced simulation technology.
What people say
Fantastic instructors
Memorable moments
Life-saver
Learned so much
Career-defining training
Services
Racing School
Our racing schools provide structured instruction at premier tracks like Circuit of the Americas and VIRginia International Raceway. Students learn from professional instructors through classroom sessions, simulator practice, and on-track driving. Programs range from 1-day introductions to 3-day advanced courses using formula cars and GT vehicles.
Driving Academy
The Driving Academy teaches essential road safety skills for everyday drivers through hands-on training programs. Our curriculum focuses on vehicle control, emergency response, and defensive driving techniques at dedicated facilities. Participants receive insurance discounts upon completion of our certified courses.
Simulator Training
Our SimCraft simulator center features advanced motion-based racing simulators for skill development and competitive training. The Holbrook, NY facility offers GRID1, CT4, and APEXGT 6DOF systems with professional coaching. Programs include winter leagues, race nights, and Formula 1 watch events with live simulator access.
Corporate Events
We design high-performance team-building experiences at race tracks and simulator centers across North America. Our corporate programs focus on leadership development, communication skills, and collaborative problem-solving through motorsport challenges. Clients receive customized packages with professional instruction and performance analysis.
Race Series
The Skip Barber Race Series includes professional competition in SRO America categories like GT4 America and TC America. Our teams field Acura, Aston Martin, and Toyota race cars with factory support. The series develops young talent through scholarship programs and partnerships with motorsport organizations.
Questions
What types of racing programs do you offer?
We provide 1-day, 3-day, and advanced racing schools for formula cars, GT vehicles, and touring cars, plus specialized coaching programs.
Do you have driving courses for regular motorists?
Our Driving Academy teaches survival skills for challenging road conditions and offers insurance discount programs for families.
Can corporate groups participate in your programs?
We design custom corporate events focused on team building, leadership development, and high-performance driving experiences at race tracks.
Are simulator training options available?
Our SimCraft simulator center in Holbrook, NY offers motion-based racing simulations for skill development and competitive leagues.
What racing series do you compete in?
Our professional teams compete in SRO America series including GT4 America, TC America, and McLaren Trophy, America.
