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Speed and performance —
No longer reserved only for the pros.

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Choose from six levels of high-performance dynamic driving. Gain top level skills from expert instructors. Test the limits of some of the most legendary models from Mercedes-AMG and push to finish first in an unforgettable experience that will literally turn you into a faster learner.
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PERFORMANCE

Go from motorist to driver.

Learn the fundamentals of vehicle dynamics and get acquainted with controlled maneuvers by applying customized driving exercises.

Your action-packed day will include: practicing line technique, cornering and braking.  Once you perfect vehicle control and handling, you’ll progress to higher speed exercises that put the racetrack to use. Leave your session a better driver, and most likely, raring for the next level ADVANCED training.


PREREQUISITES:
Participants must be 21 years of age or older and possess a current, valid driver's license.

Silver Mercedes-AMG Vehicle maneuvering between yellow and orange cones
$1,995
One-day event
TRAINING AGENDA:
Schedule subject to change
Participants will complete each drive module once, either in the morning or afternoon.
7:30 am
-
8:00 am
Registration Check-In and Breakfast
8:00 am
-
9:00 am
Welcome Introductions and Technical Classroom
9:00 am
-
12:10 pm
Drive Modules 
12:10 pm
-
12:30 pm
Taxi Rides 
12:30 pm
-
1:15 pm
Lunch
1:15 pm
-
4:30 pm
Drive Modules 
4:30 pm
-
4:50 pm
Taxi Rides 
4:50 pm
-
5:20 pm
Victory Presentation and Farewell

Go from motorist to driver.

Learn the fundamentals of vehicle dynamics and get acquainted with controlled maneuvers by applying customized driving exercises.

Your action-packed day will include: practicing line technique, cornering and braking.  Once you perfect vehicle control and handling, you’ll progress to higher speed exercises that put the racetrack to use. Leave your session a better driver, and most likely, raring for the next level ADVANCED training.


PREREQUISITES:
Participants must be 21 years of age or older and possess a current, valid driver's license.

ROAD ATLANTA
October 24
October 25
October 26
October 27
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ADVANCED

Shift your skills into a higher gear.

Two days of detailed training and technical on-track instruction. Additionally, you’ll receive onboard diagnostics and computer analysis so you can capture your progress (and your feats) down to the millimeter and second.


PREREQUISITES:
Participants must complete an AMG Driving Academy PERFORMANCE training or submit previous qualified performance driving school experience for review and approval to info@amgacademy.com prior to registering for this level. We reserve the right to certify your completion in any such program, course, or school. If you do not meet these requirements, please register for a PERFORMANCE level training instead. Participants must be 21 years of age or older and possess a current, valid driver’s license.

Two Mercedes-AMG vehicles racing around “ess” curves
$4,495
Two-day event
TRAINING AGENDA:
Schedule subject to change
Day 1
Day 2
7:30 am
-
8:00 am
Registration Check-In and Breakfast
8:00 am
-
9:00 am
Welcome Introductions and Technical Classroom
9:00 am
-
12:30 pm
Drive Modules 
12:30 pm
-
1:15 pm
Lunch
1:15 pm
-
1:30 pm
Line Talk Classroom
1:30 pm
-
5:00 pm
Drive Modules 
5:00 pm
-
5:15 pm
Driver Debrief
5:15 pm
-
6:30 pm
Depart Track and Get Ready for Dinner
6:30 pm
 
 
Driver Reception and Dinner

Shift your skills into a higher gear.

Two days of detailed training and technical on-track instruction. Additionally, you’ll receive onboard diagnostics and computer analysis so you can capture your progress (and your feats) down to the millimeter and second.


PREREQUISITES:
Participants must complete AMG Driving Academy PERFORMANCE training or another qualified performance driving school. Participants must be 21 years of age or older and possess a current, valid driver’s license.

ROAD ATLANTA
October 28-29
Back-view of white Mercedes-AMG vehicle racing on track
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PRO

Accelerate the learning curve.

Two days of focused instruction and technical training reserved for the highest level of driving. Benefit from increased coaching while challenging and improving your capabilities to a much greater degree. As speeds increase and skills improve, open lapping provides the maximum challenge and thrill. Leave prepared to confidently welcome the challenges of any racetrack.


PREREQUISITES:
Participants must complete an AMG Driving Academy ADVANCED training or submit previous qualified performance driving school experience for review and approval to info@amgacademy.com prior to registering for this level. We reserve the right to certify your completion in any such program, course, or school. If you do not meet these requirements, please register for an ADVANCED level training instead. Participants must be 21 years of age or older and possess a current, valid driver’s license.

Back-view of white Mercedes-AMG vehicle racing on track
$5,195
Two-day event
TRAINING AGENDA:
Schedule subject to change
Day 1
Day 2
7:30 am
-
8:00 am
Registration Check-In and Breakfast
8:00 am
-
8:45 am
Welcome Introductions and Technical Classroom
8:45 am
-
9:00 am
Driver Fitness and Grouping 
9:00 am
-
12:00 pm
Drive Modules 
12:00 pm
-
12:45 pm
Lunch (Flag Talk)
12:45 pm
-
5:30 pm
Drive Modules 
5:30 pm
-
6:30 pm
Depart Track and Get Ready for Dinner
6:30 pm
 
 
Driver Reception and Dinner

Accelerate the learning curve.

Two days of focused instruction and technical training reserved for the highest level of driving. Benefit from increased coaching while challenging and improving your capabilities to a much greater degree. As speeds increase and skills improve, open lapping provides the maximum challenge and thrill. Leave prepared to confidently welcome the challenges of any racetrack.


PREREQUISITES:
Participants must complete AMG Driving Academy ADVANCED training or another qualified performance driving school. Participants must be 21 years of age or older and possess a current, valid driver’s license.

ROAD ATLANTA
October 30-31
White and green Mercedes-AMG vehicles racing on track.
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PRO+

AMG Driving Academy’s top tier in the U.S.

One-day of intense training for experienced drivers with extended track time. Small groups with personalized coaching by world class instructors help to further develop your on-track skills and increase your speed and consistency behind the wheel. In addition, with data acquisition and review, race starts, passing exercises and racing strategy, get the tools necessary to pursue a racing career. Upon successful completion, you will have the foundation necessary to apply for the SCCA Competition Racing License.


PREREQUISITES:
Participants must have successfully completed AMG Driving Academy PRO training within the last 24 months. No alternative previous driving experience accepted for entry into PRO+. Entry to PRO+ at Sonoma Raceway will require successful completion of PRO level at Sonoma Raceway. Participants must be 21 years of age or older and possess a current, valid driver’s license.

White and green Mercedes-AMG vehicles racing on track
$3,995
One-day event
TRAINING AGENDA:
Schedule subject to change
7:15 am
-
7:45 am
Registration Check-In and Breakfast
7:45 am
-
8:25 am
Welcome Introduction and Safety Briefing
8:30 am
-
8:45 am
Passing Theory and Regulations 
8:45 am
-
9:00 am
Driver Fitness and Grouping 
9:00 am
-
10:20 am
Racetrack Warm Up and Passing  
10:20 am
-
11:45 am
Free Practice Sessions with Data  
11:45 am
-
12:05 pm
Race Start Practice or Data Review
12:05 pm
-
12:55 pm
Lunch 
12:55 pm
-
3:00 pm
Free Practice Sessions with Data 
3:00 pm
-
3:50 pm
Car Control Clinic or Data Review
3:50 pm
-
5:00 pm
Free Practice Sessions
5:00 pm
-
5:30 pm
Farewell and Departure

AMG Driving Academy’s top tier in the U.S.

One-day of intense training for experienced drivers with extended track time. Small groups with personalized coaching by world class instructors help to further develop your on-track skills and increase your speed and consistency behind the wheel. In addition, with data acquisition and review, race starts, passing exercises and racing strategy, get the tools necessary to pursue a racing career. Upon successful completion, you will have the foundation necessary to apply for the SCCA Competition Racing License.


PREREQUISITES:
Participants must have successfully completed AMG Driving Academy PRO training within the last 24 months. Entry to PRO+ at Sonoma Raceway will require successful completion of PRO level at Sonoma Raceway. No alternative previous driving experience accepted for entry into PRO+. Participants must be 21 years of age or older and possess a current, valid driver’s license.

Gray Mercedes-AMG vehicle name drifting around orange cone
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DRIFT

Take your performance driving game sideways.

The DRIFT program at the AMG Driving Academy offers gymkhana style training for all who want to master the art of oversteering while maintaining precise control. Work with instructors on unique exercises that focus on proper technique, while also providing the speed and thrills that are part of the AMG Driving Academy DNA. The culmination of all your training: A drift challenge where drivers put their newfound skills to the test.


PREREQUISITES:
Participants must be 21 years of age or older and possess a current, valid driver's license.

Gray Mercedes-AMG vehicle name drifting around orange cone
$1,995
One-day event
TRAINING AGENDA:
Schedule subject to change
9:30 am
-
10:00 am
Registration Check-In and Breakfast
10:00 am
-
10:30 am
Welcome Introductions and Safety Breifing
10:30 am
-
10:45 am
Driver Fitness and Grouping
10:45 am
-
1:15 pm
Drive Modules 
1:15 pm
-
2:00 pm
Lunch
2:00 pm
-
4:30 pm
Drive Modules 
4:30 pm
-
5:30 pm
Drift Course Challenge 
5:30 pm
-
5:50 pm
Taxi Rides 
5:50 pm
-
6:20 pm
Victory Ceremony and Farewell

Take your performance driving game sideways.

The DRIFT program at the AMG Driving Academy offers gymkhana style training for all who want to master the art of oversteering while maintaining precise control. Work with instructors on unique exercises that focus on proper technique, while also providing the speed and thrills that are part of the AMG Driving Academy DNA. The culmination of all your training: A drift1 challenge where drivers put their newfound skills to the test.

Your action-packed day will include: practicing line technique, cornering and braking.  Once you perfect vehicle control and handling, you’ll progress to higher speed exercises that put the racetrack to use. Leave your session a better driver, and most likely, raring for the next level ADVANCED training.


PREREQUISITES:
Participants must be 21 years of age or older and possess a current, valid driver's license.

AMG Purchase Reward cannot be applied towards the DRIFT program.

ROAD ATLANTA
October 31
Overhead view of Mercedes-AMG vehicle name drifting on track
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DRIFT+

The next level of sideways driving.

DRIFT+ training is an advanced and intensified program offered to DRIFT training graduates. Built on the foundation laid during DRIFT training, this new course will enhance your drifting skills even further.

Your full day of driving features: Drifting Technique, Increased Speed Drifting, Dynamic Drift, Drift – a Segment On-Track, and Drifting Competition.


PREREQUISITES:
Participants must complete an AMG Driving Academy DRIFT training or submit previous qualified drift training experience for review and approval to info@amgacademy.com prior to registering for this level. We reserve the right to certify your completion in any such program, course, or school. If you do not meet these requirements, please register for an DRIFT level training instead. Participants must be 21 years or older and possess a current, valid driver’s license.

AMG Purchase Reward cannot be applied towards the DRIFT+ program.

Overhead view of Mercedes-AMG vehicle name drifting on track
$2,495
One-day event
TRAINING AGENDA:
Schedule subject to change
9:30 am
-
10:00 am
Registration Check-In and Breakfast
10:00 am
-
10:30 am
Welcome Introductions and Safety Breifing
10:30 am
-
10:45 am
Driver Fitness
10:45 am
-
12:00 pm
Drift Technique
12:00 pm
-
1:10 pm
High Speed Drift 
1:10 pm
-
1:50 pm
Lunch
1:50 pm
-
2:50 pm
Dynamic Drift 
2:50 pm
-
3:50 pm
Racetrack Drift 
3:50 pm
-
5:05 pm
Drift Challenge 
5:05 pm
-
5:30 pm
Taxi Rides 
5:30 pm
-
6:00 pm
Victory Ceremony and Farewell

The next level of sideways driving.

DRIFT+ training is an advanced and intensified program offered to DRIFT training graduates. Built on the foundation laid during DRIFT training, this new course will enhance your drifting skills even further.

Your full day of driving features: Drifting Technique, Increased Speed Drifting, Dynamic Drift, Drift – a Segment On-Track, and Drifting Competition.


PREREQUISITES:
Successful competition of AMG Driving Academy DRIFT training. Participants must be 21 years or older and possess a current, valid driver’s license.

AMG Purchase Reward cannot be applied towards the DRIFT program.