Driver's Schools

"The St. Louis chapter's driver’s schools are a great place to see just what you and your Bimmer can handle. Most all car makes, models and drivers are welcome to attend the St. Louis BMW clubs Drivers Schools. Due to safety reasons SUVs and some other cars are not allowed.

Held at Gateway International Raceway (now Gateway Motorsports Park) since the late 80's, this event provides an opportunity to learn the ways of performance driving from well trained instructors under the safest of conditions. Once you understand how your car reacts to well defined stress levels incurred during track driving, you will be much better prepared for those highway and traffic emergencies. This is a great investment for any driver.

Our schools provide the following benefits:
• Pre-Event Technical Inspections, free to registrants,
• Technical classroom instruction, including printed materials from the curriculum content,
• Separated skill level grouping to foster more effective learning,
• A major portion of behind-the-wheel experience,
• Electronic communication (radio) with an in-car instructor,
• Instructors assigned to a minimum number of students to provide maximum personal attention,
• Attendance gift (shirt, folding chair, gear bag, etc. - also available for purchase),
• Refreshments available during the event,
• Camaraderie with other enthusiasts and club members from around the country,

Gateway International Raceway is just 10 minutes from downtown St. Louis, hear you will find all the levels of comfort and convenience that you would expect from your local chapter of the BMW Car Club of America.

Be aware, this event is serious business requiring the practical considerations of driving your car at speed and the accompanying risks. The event is not a race nor is any racing allowed. Timing or other competition equipment is strictly prohibitted. These events provide a controlled environment where you can safely approach the envelope your vehicle's performance capabilities. All participants are required to be 18 years of age or older, licensed in any US state, and sign waivers of liability. No one is allowed onto the track during a school session without an approved Snell 2005 or later helmet. All vehicles must pass a Tech Inspection as dictated by our event policies. Not only do our schools always conform to the safety requirements of Gateway International Raceway, but the minimum standards of the operations of BMW CCA as well. Every provision for your safety and well being are mandated by our procedures and processes, including full time attendance of certified emergency personnel and support. All events are fully insured against liability, however, we recommend checking with your own insurance provider for details of your specific coverage and liability. We believe a safe school is an enjoyable one for everyone.

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Special thanks goes to our local sponsors for our Driving Schools:

Suntrup West County BMW. West County BMW provides the gifts given to each student and instructor that attends the school.