Academy Stages
Welcome to the Champions Kart Academy stages page,
Here you will find details on the different stages we offer at a variety of circuits in the UK,
Dates are added regularly but can sell out quickly so check this page often and book your drivers stages up before they sell out.
Stage one is for begineers and those with limted karting experience
any issues with bookings please email info@kartacademy.co.uk
Academy Stage 1
Everyone must start in stage 1.
A controlled environment with up to only 4 karts on track and motors reduced to half power so drivers can learn to drive calmly and grow in confidence.
This stage takes just under 4 hours and you can book a morning or afternoon session, or even both if you wanted to make a full day of it for that extra bit of seat time.
All safety gear is provided so just book your place and we'll provide everything you need.
Our experienced clerk of the course will sign your drivers record book at the end of your stage.
Score an A grade and proceed on to stage 2.
Academy Stage 2
Got your A grade signed in your record book? It's now time to experience stage 2.
With up to 6 karts now on track and motors turned up giving drivers another 20% power you will now also experience your first race.
Like stage 1 you again have the flexibility of booking a morning or afternoon session which will take just over 4 hours.
All drivers will receive a medal after the race and a signature in their record books along with the top 3 getting gold, silver & bronze trophies on the podium enabling them the opportunity to progress to stage 3.
Academy Stage 3
By now you're well on your way to becoming a racing driver, you've learnt how to drive and all the safety aspects behind motorsport.
It's now time to obtain your racing licence whilst participating in your first FULL race day,
You'll need your own safety gear now including approved helmet, suit, gloves and boots, visit our shop if you need any help with what you need.
You'll now be competing with up to 12 karts on track and motors cranked up to full race speed.
A full day awaits you with practice sessions to learn the circuit and find the apexes, timed qualifying to set your grid position for the heat races followed by that all important grand final race with big shiny trophies on offer.
BOOK NOW
Simply create an account with our partners Alpha Timing and start searching for dates and availability that suits you, we always try to keep academy days within school hoildays and weekends.
Next 2026 Events:
September
DATE: Weds 23rd 4-8pm - VENUE: Whilton Mill Circuit NN11 2NH - Experienced drivers only
DATE: Weds 30th 4-8pm - VENUE: Whilton Mill Circuit NN11 2NH - Experienced drivers only
October
DATE: Sunday 4th - VENUE: ELK Motorsports Centre Newark NG24 2RB - STAGE ONE & TWO
DATE: 17th - 18th - VENUE: Fulbeck Kart Circuit NG32 3JE - RACE WEEKEND (Experienced drivers)
DATE: Wednesday 28th - VENUE: ELK Motorsports Centre Newark NG24 2RB - STAGE ONE & TWO
December
DATE: 12th - 13th - VENUE: Wombwell Karting S73 0BJ - RACE WEEKEND (Experienced drivers)
FURTHER DATES BEING ADDED SOON INCLUDING STAGE 3 DATES & THE 2027 ACADEMY CHAMPIONSHIP