AKW Pro Karting AcademySix-week program

Pro Karting Academy: from first laps
to race ready.

A structured six-week driver-development program designed to build real karting skills through professional coaching, track time, mechanical support and progressive training.

Performance

Intermediate

2-Stroke6 Weeks

$3,600

Includes Orlando test day

Train at AMR Motorplex and test your ability to adapt to a new circuit with one dedicated training day at Orlando Kart Center.

Competition

Advanced

2-Stroke6 Weeks

$4,000

Includes AMR race event

Train for five weeks, then put everything into practice in a selected local race at AMR Motorplex.

Intermediate and Advanced placement is subject to AKW driver evaluation.

Compare programs

BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Price$3,800$3,600$4,000
Length6 weeks6 weeks6 weeks
Kart4-Stroke2-Stroke2-Stroke
Home trackAMR MotorplexAMR MotorplexAMR Motorplex
Included extraGear included except helmetOrlando Kart Center test day includedLocal race event included

Intermediate and Advanced placement is subject to AKW driver evaluation.

What's included

Foundation

Beginner

  • 4-stroke kart
  • Professional coaching
  • Mechanic support
  • Structured six-week training
  • Suit, gloves and boots

Performance

Intermediate

  • 2-stroke kart
  • Professional coaching
  • Mechanic support
  • Structured six-week training
  • Data and lap-time analysis
  • One test day at Orlando Kart Center

Competition

Advanced

  • 2-stroke kart
  • Professional coaching
  • Mechanic support
  • Structured six-week training
  • Kart setup and driver feedback training
  • Participation in one selected local race at AMR Motorplex, with race support

What's not included

  • Personal helmet
  • Driver and family transportation
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • Personal expenses

Week by week

Program 01 — Beginner

Build the foundation.

Price
$3,800
Length
6 Weeks
Kart
4-Stroke

Designed for drivers with little or no previous karting experience.

Includes

  • 4-stroke kart
  • Professional coaching
  • Mechanic support
  • Structured training
  • Suit
  • Gloves
  • Boots

Driver must provide their own helmet.

Apply — Beginner
  1. Week 1

    Introduction to Karting

    Kart controls, safety, flags, seating position, vision and basic racing line.

  2. Week 2

    Racing Line

    Corner entry, apex, exit, track positioning and visual reference points.

  3. Week 3

    Braking

    Braking markers, pressure, brake release, throttle transition and reducing coast time.

  4. Week 4

    Building Speed

    Linking corners, maintaining momentum, steering efficiency and throttle application.

  5. Week 5

    Introduction to Racecraft

    Basic overtaking, defending, starts, traffic awareness and racing etiquette.

  6. Week 6

    Driver Assessment

    Timed sessions, qualifying simulation, race simulation and final evaluation.

Program 02 — Intermediate

Make the step to 2-stroke.

Price
$3,600
Length
6 Weeks
Kart
2-Stroke

Designed for drivers with basic karting experience who are ready to develop speed, racecraft and technical understanding.

Placement subject to AKW driver evaluation.

Apply — Intermediate
  1. Week 1

    2-Stroke Introduction & Baseline

    Driver assessment, throttle sensitivity, braking performance and baseline timing.

  2. Week 2

    Advanced Braking

    Threshold braking, brake modulation, brake-release timing and kart rotation.

  3. Week 3

    Corner Performance

    Entry speed, minimum speed, rotation, steering efficiency and throttle timing.

  4. Week 4

    Data & Lap Time

    Sector comparison, lap analysis and identifying where time is gained or lost.

  5. Week 5

    Orlando Kart Center Test Day

    One dedicated test day at Orlando Kart Center.

    • Learning a new circuit
    • Track walk
    • Braking references
    • Adapting quickly
    • Setup changes
    • Driver feedback
    • Timed evaluation
  6. Week 6

    Racecraft & Final Assessment

    Starts, overtaking, defending, qualifying simulation, race simulation and final evaluation.

Program 03 — Advanced

Train.Prepare.Race.

Price
$4,000
Length
6 Weeks
Kart
2-Stroke

Designed for experienced kart drivers preparing for competitive karting.

Placement subject to AKW driver evaluation.

Apply — Advanced
  1. Week 1

    Performance Baseline

    Timed assessment, sector analysis, consistency and performance targets.

  2. Week 2

    Advanced Technique

    Brake release, kart rotation, minimum speed, throttle timing and steering efficiency.

  3. Week 3

    Kart Setup & Driver Feedback

    Understeer, oversteer, grip balance, tire pressure, chassis behavior and communicating with a mechanic.

  4. Week 4

    Qualifying Performance

    Out-lap preparation, track position, building the lap and performing under pressure.

  5. Week 5

    Advanced Racecraft

    Starts, attacking, defending, passing preparation, race positioning, strategy and decision-making.

  6. Week 6

    AMR Motorplex Race Event

    Participation in one selected local race at AMR Motorplex.

    • Pre-race preparation
    • Practice
    • Kart setup
    • Qualifying
    • Race strategy
    • Race support
    • Mechanic support
    • Coaching
    • Post-race debrief

The AKW path

  1. Beginner

    Learn to drive.

  2. Intermediate

    Learn to go fast.

  3. Advanced

    Learn to race.

  4. AKW Race Team

    Compete.

Academy FAQ

Is the course six consecutive weeks?

Each program is built as six weekly sessions. Your exact schedule is confirmed with AKW when you apply.

Can I skip Beginner?

Yes, if you already have karting experience. Intermediate and Advanced placement is subject to an AKW driver evaluation.

What kart will I drive?

Beginner drivers use a 4-stroke kart. Intermediate and Advanced drivers use a 2-stroke kart.

Do I need my own helmet?

Yes. All drivers provide their own helmet. In the Beginner program, suit, gloves and boots are included.

What happens if weather cancels a session?

If weather makes the track unsafe, AKW will reschedule the session. Call (561) 668-6717 if you're unsure on the day.

What is included in the Orlando test day?

One dedicated test day at Orlando Kart Center during Intermediate week 5: learning a new circuit, a track walk, braking references, adapting quickly, setup changes, driver feedback and a timed evaluation.

What is included in the Advanced race event?

Participation in one selected local race at AMR Motorplex in week 6, with pre-race preparation, practice, kart setup, qualifying, race strategy, race-day coaching and mechanic support, and a post-race debrief.

Is crash damage included?

Contact AKW before you enroll and we'll explain how kart damage is handled for your program.

Apply for the Pro Academy

Tell us about the driver and the level you're interested in. Intermediate and Advanced placement is subject to AKW driver evaluation.