[Wichita-SCCA] 2008 Salina Revion Evolution Schools.

[Rocky Entriken]

ANNOUNCING:

The Salina Region Evolution Schools for 2008

 



    Salina Region will put on its annual Evolution Performance Driving Schools around the weekend of April 19-20. Possible is any  of the schools offered by Evolution depending on demand. Schools could happen on the preceding Friday (April 18) or the following Monday or even Tuesday (April 21-22). It depends entirely on what classes the students want and if enough apply to fill them. Many of the instructors are SCCA national champions.

          What's possible

?  Phase 1 - This is the basics, Autocross 101. Lines, apexes and how to find them, common autocross maneuvers. Lots of seat time. Evolution does require a Phase 1 before moving on to more advanced schools.

?  Phase 2 - This is the next step, Autocross 102. You begin to learn techniques that translate to quicker times on course. You really should do this next before taking other courses.

?  Challenge - This one polishes the lessons learned in P1 and P2 with different exercises on a new course. The challenge is, at the end of the day, your instructor takes a couple of runs in your car; can you beat him?

?  Extreme - An intense 2-day course with data-logging support so you can really see how you are improving.

?  Phase 3 - Also known as the course analysis school. You spend a lot of time learning how to walk the course to find the fastest ways through, with exercises that prove how one approach is superior to another.

?  Teen - A special course for young drivers using autocross techniques and awareness to make them more skilled and safer street and highway drivers.

          Class costs

    The school is sanctioned by SCCA which means all attendant costs apply. SCCA has again raised sanction/insurance fees and also has now mandated that all autocross participants be SCCA members. To that end SCCA now offers a low-cost "Weekend Membership." For the Evolution students this membership will be covered by Salina Region SCCA -- anyone not already an SCCA member will be given a Weekend Membership which will cover all aspects of the weekend (including the separate Salina Region solo events also taking place on Saturday and Sunday).

    Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 3 and Challenge will be $250 each.

    The Extreme School will be $450.

    The Teen School will be $150.

There will be a Phase 1 and a Phase 2 for sure. Whether the other schools are held depends on if enough apply to fill the class.

          A typical day

    Most Evolution schools strive for a 6:1 student/instructor ratio. The Challenge and Extreme prefers a 5:1 ratio. This usually means maximum class sizes of 12 students if we use two instructors, or 18 if we bring in three. Or, we have even done two schools side by side with four instructors. 

    You do the schools in your own car. The day starts with registration and tech, just like a basic autocross, except it begins sharp at 8 a.m. and runs to about 3 or 4 in the afternoon with a lunch break. Students go out 2 or 3 at a time, 1:1 with their instructors. When your session is not on course you will either be working the course or getting ready for your next time out.

    During the lunch break (lunch provided) and at the end of the day debrief sessions go over what everyone has learned.

    A probable schedule (subject to change):

    Friday, April 18 - Teen School

    Saturday, April 19 - Phase 1

    Sunday, April 20 - Phase 2

    Monday, April 21 - Phase 3, Challenge

    Mon-Tue, April 21-22 - Extreme

There will also be an autocross Saturday and Sunday. This is a separate event, entry is not included in the school entry fee.

          How to enter

    On a plain 8.5x11" sheet of paper write the following information:

    - Name

    - Mailing address

    - Telephones (home, work, cell)

    - e-mail address

    - Car make, model and color

    - Car's SCCA class if known

    - What Evolution school(s) you want to take

Mail to me at:

    Rocky Entriken

    2731 Scott

    Salina, Ks. 67401

Enclose payment for at least half the school price ($125, except $225 for the Extreme School, $75 for the Teen School).

    Entry and first-half payment must be sent before February 15. If entering after Feb. 15 full payment must accompany entry. Final payment must be received by March 25.

    For any school that is not filled by March 15, applicants will be given the option of entering a different school, or will receive a full refund of any fees paid. After March 15, because we must commit to how many instructors will be here, any person canceling will receive only a partial refund after expenses are determined, unless a later applicant fills the space.

    Questions? Call or e-mail me at 785-827-5143 or rocky at spitfire4.com. Or see the website evoschool.com




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