All Penguin Racing School events at NHMS feature both a Basic & Advanced course, plus the Penguin Track Experience. The Penguin School is the oldest motorcycle track school in the nation (founded in 1973) and has the only program at NHMS with 6 convenient Friday dates. Nowhere else will you find so many top expert instructors who are willing to share thier knowledge with you.
Class Selection
If you would like to become certified for a race license, you should attend the Basic Course. If you would like to experience the racetrack in an environment that has passing restrictions for added rider comfort, you should try the Track Experience with 40x LRRS champion Scott Greenwood. If you are looking to make yourself a better rider and want to attend one of the most acclaimed training classes in the country, you should attend the Advanced Course with LRRS champion and AMA race winner Eric Wood.
Season Pass / Early Registration Discount
If you think that you might want to ride several times each season ot to try any combination (or all) of our schools, be sure to check out our 2011 Season Pass. This pass can be used for any combination of the courses listed below and can save you money at the same time. For those attending single events, it is always a discount to register online at least 10 days prior to the event.
Track Experience (space limited to 25 riders)
The participants in the Penguin Track Experience often come expecting a regular track day, but we have organized something more. We took our basic and advanced classes and blended them into a special curriculum that focused on giving the students the tools that they needed to both improve thier riding and enjoy the racetrack. We also added passing restrictions in critical places on the track, giving riders chance to have a little less to worry about while they are riding. The result has been some highly successful days, and student feedback has been outstanding. Instruction is led by top national (and LRRS#1) rider Scott Greenwood. Scotty is a multi time #1 plate holder in the LRRS series and he is always excited to bring his experience to the classroom. This program will run at all regular Penguin School events for 2011.
Testimonial: " I participated in the Track Experience last month and I have to say that Scott Greenwood was great. I've done track days with a number of organizations and I can honestly say that I learned more in my day with you than I ever have before. Thanks again, I'm looking forward to coming back again soon!"
Basic Course
The basic course includes our school guidebook "Basic Road Racing" by Jerry Wood, classroom instruction (discussing bike preparation, riding techniques, flags, rules and track survival) and most important plenty of riding time! Following the classroom you will be introduced to the racetrack while riding in small groups, each led by an expert instructor. The balance of the day will be open practice sessions where you can ride at your own pace and practice what you have learned. Short, riding specific classes will be run between your afternoon sessions. There will be instructors available at all times to help with any questions you may have. Riders successfully completing this course will be issued a certificate that will enable you to get a racing license. You can then purchase your license at the track so you can race that same weekend.
New for 2011! Rookie Race Included in all Basic Course Schools
For the first time in our 39 year history, the Penguin School is featuring the Rookie race for all Basic Students on Friday! Formerly reserved for your first race weekend, the Penguin School is now holding these events at the end of our school day. This is the only chance in New England to get the opportunity to experience a real race without having to completely race-prepare your motorcycle.
This race is the final test for your race license and is required for all LRRS license candidates. Your Penguin Basic card is valid for a license purchase 1 year from the date of issue, so all Penguin students from 2010 will be able to participate in thier rookie race (at no additional cost) simply by registering for the racer practice on that day. Testimonial: "Last week I participated in the school. I just wanted to let you know that it was a great learning experience and I feel a lot more confident going around the track. You are real pro's with a great attitude, always willing to help...I will be back for the advanced school" - R.C.
Advanced Course
We will lower your lap times!! Our advanced course is available for riders who have completed our basic course, right up to top experts looking for that edge. All of our advanced instructors are expert class champions who can help you with bike setup, starts, braking, cornering, race lines, and more! If you have questions, we will have answers. The advanced course includes classroom, detailed track walk, guided riding time, open practice, and individual tutoring. At many events we are able to do individual student critique not only via trackside observation, but also through photographic analysis. We always have instructors available in the afternoon who can ride 1 on 1 with students looking for some extra help.
Testimonial: "I attended the Penguin Advanced School last week (I'm an Amateur on a GSXR600). On the race weekend after the class I went a 1:23....5 seconds faster than my previous weekend! I just wanted you to know that your teaching was VERY effective for me. Thanks again!" - D.L. |  | | |
| "Even though I have been riding for many years, I wanted to complement you on providing both an educational and enlightening program. Your instructors were well organized ans even though it was an advanced class, each topic had areas for riders of all levels to work on.....I highly recommend this course to anyone riding on the public streets." | | | Peter Damon |
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