Learn life saving driving skills!

Come along to Scotland’s only Skid Pan at Knockhill Racing Circuit and take part in our Skid Control experience. Learn new driving skills to help you when driving in wet road conditions, skidding on black ice or even aquaplaning. This is a must for all drivers and is all done in a safe and relaxed environment in our front and rear wheel drive cars. Learn advanced driving skills that will help in all adverse driving conditions.

A Skid Control course is a perfect gift idea.

...only £119.00

Our skid control course is great fun and educational too! Learn how it feels when you hit black ice or if your car aquaplanes and more importantly how to react and put yourself back in control, all in a safe and relaxed environment. A must for drivers of all ages.

Your Visit

• Safety briefing and driver technique talk
• Instructor demo with you as the passenger
• Hands on skid training – on the skid pan and ‘brake & avoid’ lane
• Your session will be shared with a maximum of 2 other drivers
• Debrief with driver critique and certificate

Extra Details

• Visiting time approximately 2 hours
• 1st Gear skid control course available weekdays and weekends
• Full and valid Driving Licence required

Skid Control Course
	Interactive video and course familiarisation briefing.
	Your first session will be on the emergency avoidance lane gaining valuable knowledge of both ABS and non-ABS techniques. This session could be a real life saver!
	Next it’s off to the main skid area. This is the only free wheel skid pan in Scotland. Learn how to control a skid in both rear wheel and front wheel drive cars in a safe and fun environment.

 

...only £119.00

I would like to extend my thanks to all the Staff for making today a thoroughly enjoyable and exciting experience. As a Coach myself, I know how important it is to put people at their ease and this they all did brilliantly. Many thanks again.

Just a quick email to say what a fantastic day we both had today!! Two grinning "children" came home (reluctantly!) this afternoon. We were seriously impressed by the whole day and everyone, starting with yesterday on the phone, was so helpful and enthusiastic.

Just to say we had a superb day although arriving late but made to still feel welcome! Will be back soon with out a doubt . . . still buzzing! Thanks again

Good morning, just a quick thank you to everyone involved last Wednesday at the single seater racing car experience. I and my family had a great day, hope to come back and try something else some other time. The whole event was very professionally run, special thanks to Max.

...only £119.00

Q. How long is the gift voucher valid?
A. They are valid for 8 months from date of purchase.

Q. Must I use the voucher before this date?
A. Yes, although we will be happy to extend your voucher at a charge of £10 per month for a maximum of 6 months. After this time your voucher will be expired.

Q. How soon will I receive my voucher?
A. If your order is placed before 2pm, we will send it out same day. We always do our best to get your gift delivered on time. If you are really last minute you also have the option to select 'next day delivery' for Royal Mail Special Delivery or call us to arrange a voucher by email.

Q. What does the voucher look like?
A. We send you, the purchaser, in a plain envelope, a lovely glossy gift folder. Inside there is a gift card showing pictures of the experiences in the range you have purchased.

Q. Why do you need the name and address of the person I am buying for?
A. When you purchase online or over the phone we ask for the Pupils name and address and the Purchasers name and address. We always send the voucher to the Purchaser. When the lucky recipient calls us to book a date they quote the reference number and we confirm the details.

Q. Is my gift voucher refundable?
A. Gift vouchers are non refundable, however they are fully transferable.

Q. What happens if I pick the wrong experience?
A. Our 1st GEAR to TOP GEAR voucher range is completely flexible! So, if you have chosen the wrong experience, we will be happy to change this to any other experience within the same price range, should the lucky driver prefer! You can also upgrade to another gear at any time. Gift giving with confidence!

Q. Do I have to arrange a date for the experience?
A. No, you can leave the voucher open and allow the driver to arrange a suitable date and time.

Q. How do I arrange a date and time to take part in my experience?
A. You can contact us by telephone 7 days a week from 9am until 6pm (5pm at weekends). Alternatively you can book a date for your experience online through our website, just follow the on screen instructions, you will need your voucher reference number!

Q. What if I need to cancel my chosen date?
A. We will be happy to accept one cancellation and rebook at no extra charge; you must give us 10 days notice for this. Out with this period there will be a £20 cancellation fee applicable

Q. Can family/friends come along to spectate?
A. Yes, the more the merrier.

Q. How early should I arrive to do my course?
A. At least 20mins before your allocated briefing time.

Q. Is there an age restriction?
A. Yes for all driving experiences drivers must 17 yrs + with a full licence.

Q. Is there a height/weight restriction?
A. There are no set restrictions for this experience

Q. Am I restricted to the experiences within my voucher band?
A. No. You can change your voucher to any of the experiences available. If the experience is of a higher value the difference is payable at the time of booking.

Q. What sort of clothes/footwear is best?
A. Dress for comfort and the outdoors i.e. Jeans and trainers.

Q HELP!
A. Give us a call on 01383 720044 select option 1 and we will be happy to help. Normal opening hours 9am-6pm (5pm Sat/Sun).

...only £119.00

Optional Extras available with this experience:

Karting From £10
A fantastic finale to your day or the perfect gift for friends and family. Cadet Karts are available for the kids and 270cc Pro karts for the Big Kids! 500m outdoor floodlit track. Vouchers are in 10 denominations and can be used on the day of your experience.

Bring a Friend £ Various
For a little competition between friends! Invite your family and friends to join you in taking part in your chosen experience at a reduced rate! You will automatically be entitled to this fabulous offer as soon as you have booked a date and time for your experience.

Remember to select your chosen extras in the shopping cart when you buy your voucher!

...only £119.00

Too many fabulous experiences in the 1st Gear Range for you to choose from?

Well we have made it easy for you with the Open Choice Voucher.

 

At no extra cost you can select the gear and let them choose the experience, the perfect way to give that special gift reassured that they can choose exactly what they want to do!

Choices within the 1st Gear Range

• Skid Control Course
• 4x4 Off Road Course
• Performance Driving Course – Own Car
• Newcomer Bike Track – Own Bike
  

...only £119.00