Introduction to Motorsport

av8rirl

Was speaking with Jenny in Mondello today and they are running the last "Introduction to Motorsport" course of the season in Mondello on 3 Sept. Get in contact with Mondello (045-860200 ask for Jenny) ASAP to book if you are interested. They've put on this extra course as interest seems to be high. You'll also need to phone Motorsport Ireland (01-6775628) to get your starter pack (€30).

I post this because I know a few people on here had said they were interested in looking to race on either the Leinster Trophy weekend or at the non-championship race weekend in October. Thats a fun race meeting with lots of novice drivers exploring the depths of their talent!

Barry_Scott

What exactly is this event? Have you any other information on it?

How much?

av8rirl

From [url]www.motorsportireland.com:[/url]

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Introduction to Motorsport Courses

Details of forthcoming Racing and Karting Course dates are available when you scroll to the bottom of this page,

Some information for Newcomers

All newcomer drivers in Circuit Racing, Stage Rallying and Karting are required to undertake a Motorsport Ireland "Introduction to Motorsport Course" prior to being issued with a competition licence.
The aim of these courses is to give each newcomer a safe and enjoyable introduction to the sport and prepare them for their first event. The courses are 6 - 8 hours long and include theory, practical and on-track/stage driving tuition and are taught by Level 1 grade Coaches who have been certified by the NCTC and MI. Also, successful completion of a course is counted as one upgrading signature i.e. one guaranteed event finish!
Here is a brief outline of what you will need to do:

1. Apply to Motorsport Ireland for an Introductory Pack: Cost = €30

This can be done by telephoning or calling to the MI office at 34 Dawson Street, Dublin 2, Phone: 01 6775628. The pack can be paid for by credit card.
The pack will contain:

A Current MI Yearbook (containing the Rules & Regulations)
A Licence Application Form
An IRDS (Insurance) Application Form (for Rallying only)
Course Details - how to book, costs etc.
An Introductory DVD/Video
Some additional preparatory information.
A Booking Reference Number
2. Book Your Course: (Quote your booking reference number)

Racing: Mondello Park, Donore, Naas, Co.Kildare, Ph: 045 860200 -
www.mondellopark.ie - Cost of course = €250.00

3. Complete the Course:

Here is a brief outline of the course content:
Sign-on and Registration
An introduction to the course
Safety Clothing & Equipment
Safety Signs and Signals
Driving Theory
Practical Driving Instruction
Driving Assessment
Event Procedures (what to expect on the day)
Rules & Regulations
Officials and their duties
Pre-Event Preparation
Scrutineering
Competitor Behaviour
Oral/Written Theory Test
De-brief
Close & Course Evaluation
Your Licence Application Form will be stamped by the School
4. Apply to Motorsport Ireland for your Competition Licence:

Cost = €40 if you are a member of an Affiliated Motor Club and you have had your form stamped by the club, otherwise the cost will be €80.
Now you are ready to go!

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Hope that covers everything!