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radical racing

Get ready to experience the thrill of Radical race cars at the upcoming M1 Radical Academy! Known for their lightweight design, blistering speed, and incredible handling, Radical race cars offer an unmatched driving experience for enthusiasts and aspiring racers alike.

Designed for those who want more than a typical driving school, the Academy will blend instruction from drivers, simulator racing, and plenty of hands-on track experience. Master the art of Radical racing, sharpening your technique and confidence. This is more than a program; it’s a proving ground for future champions. If you’re ready to push limits, chase seconds, and live life at full throttle, your Radical journey starts with the M1 Radical Academy.

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Class Offerings

Single & Multi Day classes

All programs will utilize the full M1 Circuit, classroom instruction, and M1 racing simulators as part of the curriculum. Track sessions may be split over time with ongoing or previously scheduled events.

radical experience

1/2 Day Radical Experience can be used as an introduction to theM1Radical and the M1 Circuit. The session is approximately 3 – 4 hours and includes the use of the M1 Radical.

$2,500/person

Plus session insurance.

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Driver orientation

Training on simulators

Professional instruction

Competition license (with instructor's approval)

Demo laps with instructions

Helmets provided

No prior experience necessary

Radical Academy

3-Day Radical Academy is an immersive performance driving program built for enthusiasts ready to learn advanced race car control and pursue a sanctioned competition license. Designed to deliver professional-level instruction and track experience in high-performance Radical race cars.

$5,000/person

Plus session insurance.

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Everything included in Radical Experience, plus:

3-day immersive

Professional-level instruction

Private Instruction

Private 1-on-1 instruction.

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All packages will be required to purchase insurance at a cost of $500 per day (session) and will be held responsible for the first $5,000 of damage to the vehicle and M1 facility (in the event of any accident or mistreatment of the vehicle). Fee is non-refundable and non-negotiable. Damage in excess of $5,000 will be subject to a 10% deductible. Insurance is not included in the above program fees and is not refundable if the program or session in not completed due to the participant’s failure to attend.

Full suite of safety equipment is available for rent at additional costs on the date of your session – refer to our FAQ section.

In the event of inclement weather, a rescheduled session will be allowed. Refunds OR session credits may be issued later in the season as temperature and weather deteriorate.

Francesco D’Avola from Team Stradle and Paul Zlotoff, owner of M1 Concourse, sit on high stools in front of two M1 Radicals to announce the partnership.

M1 Concourse and Team Stradale launch the M1 Radical Driving Academy

M1 Concourse and Team Stradale are proud to announce the launch of the M1 Radical Driving Academy powered by Team Stradale, an elite driver development program designed to deliver the highest level of performance driving instruction in the Midwest.

The new academy combines the world-class facilities of M1 Concourse with Team Stradale’s proven training methods to create an unparalleled driving experience. Utilizing purpose-built, highly capable yet highly approachable Radical SR3 race cars and a structured professional curriculum, the M1 Radical Driving Academy – powered by Team Stradale will allow drivers of all experience levels to learn advanced techniques, improve precision and confidence, and experience the thrill of true motorsport performance in a safe, controlled environment.

Read more about this partnership at Racer.com.

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