High Performance Driving Schools

The Patroon Chapter was started with driving schools in mind. While the driving school is located at a race track, the purpose is driver education. Our focus is driver education for our range of students, from novice to advanced drivers.

Patroon driving schools focus on safety. That focus comes through in how we structure the school. We limit the number of cars on track. Students always have an instructor in the car, unless they have been signed off by an instructor. For any student an instructor is always available.  Progressing from Novice to Intermediate to Advanced is based on demonstrated ability behind the wheel.

Our instructor corps are very experienced; many have been instructing for over twenty years, and a good number have had extensive racing experience. Instructors have received special training to help students learn comfortably and quickly. The Patroon Chapter, along with the rest of the Northeast Region of BMW CCA, have spent the past twenty five years building a top-notch corps of experienced and talented instructors, and building a top-notch curriculum.

There are many options for getting instruction and/or getting on track. Compared with professional schools, we’re a bargain. In large part because we have a volunteer work force. The instructors and organizers love this stuff so much, their reward is getting a chance to pass along the skills.

But what about other organizations who provide lapping days and driving schools, often for less? We believe that we offer a couple distinctions. We believe that our instruction and coaching are a big part of what sets us apart. This coaching is tailored for you and your needs. Are you new, and just tip toeing? Are you competent and confident? Does you confidence exceed your abilities? Our coaches have seen it all, and can help you on all the steps towards becoming an advanced high performance driver.

Join us—and find out what the fun and excitement are all about!