Full Throttle Race Academy · First session Thursday, Nov 19
Build better.
Drive faster.
Learn from experienced racers and builders through hands-on workshops designed to improve your car setup, driving skills, and racecraft.
Every Thursday at 7:00 PM. Our first session is Thursday, November 19.
- Free for members
- $20 for non-members
- 18 and over
- Earn rewards for participating
How it works
Four steps to a faster car and a faster you
- Choose your workshopPick Tuning & Setup or Driver Development and a date that works for you.
- Learn from experienced racersVolunteer instructors who race and build every week run the stations.
- Practice with hands-on instructionSmall groups rotate through stations with demos and coaching.
- Apply what you've learned on the trackTake it straight into practice and race night.
Choose your workshop
Two programs, one goal: go faster
Tuning & Setup
- Mechanical fundamentals
- Tires and suspension
- Electronics and gearing
- Diagnostics and maintenance
Driver Development
- Racing lines
- Throttle control
- Consistency
- Passing and racecraft
Upcoming workshops
Pick a date
Held weekly on Thursdays at 7:00 PM, starting November 19. Dates and open seats come straight from our schedule, so what you see here is current.
Meet your instructors
Racers teaching racers
Our first instructor team is being assembled
Every instructor is reviewed and approved by Full Throttle management before their profile appears here. Know your stuff? Apply below and tell us which Thursdays you can teach.
Become an instructor
Teach what you know
Who can volunteer
Experienced racers and builders who like helping others. You do not need to be a pro, just solid at what you teach.
Where we need help
Tires and grip, suspension and setup, motors and gearing, ESC and radio, maintenance, racing lines, throttle control, consistency, racecraft, LiveTime analysis and beginner mentoring.
Time and format
The Academy meets Thursdays at 7:00 PM, starting November 19. You choose which Thursdays you can teach and how many sessions per month. Workshops use short station rotations with small groups, with demos and hands-on coaching.
What we expect
Show up prepared, follow the curriculum, keep participants safe, and respect their privacy. Management approves every instructor and runs a short orientation first.
What you get
Recognition as an Academy instructor, Full Throttle rewards for each workshop you instruct, and a hand in growing the local racing community.
Learning pathway
From first lap to mentor
Each level is earned by completing workshops, not by buying anything.
- Foundation RacerLearn the fundamentals
- Developing RacerBuild consistency and setup skill
- Competitive RacerRace with confidence
- Academy MentorGive back and coach others
Members AppRolling out
Your Academy progress, in your pocket
These Academy features are being added to the Members App you already use.
Questions
Race Academy FAQ
When does the Academy meet?
Every Thursday at 7:00 PM. Our first session is Thursday, November 19, 2026. There is no session Thanksgiving week (Thursday, November 26).
Are workshops free?
Workshops are free for Full Throttle members on any membership tier. For non-members the fee is $20 per workshop, paid online when you register. The fee is non-refundable.
Do I need my own RC car?
Bringing your own car is best because you will work on it. If you do not have one, request a loaner when you register and we will confirm what is available.
Do I need racing experience?
No. Each workshop lists a skill level, and the stations are taught in small groups so you get help at your own pace.
Can beginners attend?
Yes. Look for workshops marked Beginner or All levels.
Are children allowed?
Not at this time. The Race Academy is for adults 18 and over.
How long are workshops?
Most are about two hours: a group introduction, then three 25-minute hands-on stations with short transitions. The exact length is shown on every session.
How do I become an instructor?
Use the Apply to Teach form. Management reviews every application and runs a short orientation before anyone is approved. Submitting an application does not give you any access by itself.
Can I cancel my registration?
Yes, any time from the link in your confirmation. Cancelling frees your seat for the next person on the waitlist. The $20 non-member fee is non-refundable.
What should I bring?
Your car, transmitter, charged batteries and basic tools. Each session page lists any specific equipment for that workshop.
Ready?