2009 Season Finale!

Homestead Miami Speedway
Sat & Sun, December 12-13, 2009      
                                  
This event includes:                 

*HPDE 1 for beginners w/instructors
*HPDE 2 for novice solo drivers
*HPDE 3 for intermediate-advanced solo drivers
*HPDE 4 "Unrestricted passing" sessions for pre-approved drivers.
*NASA TT (Time Trial) timed competition program.
*Races for licensed NASA Racers
*Track side "Social" with refreshments 5 PM Sat!

Click here> Homestead track map

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NASA FL Event Programs:

1) HIGH PERFORMANCE DRIVING EVENT  (non-competitive school /lapping):
HPDE Groups: Click here for detailed HPDE Group Selection Guidelines
HPDE 1= Beginner: in-car instructor provided.
HPDE 2 = Novice "solo": limited passing, point by required  
HPDE 3= Intermediate-Advanced "solo": less passing restrictions
HPDE 4 = Highly Advanced (by approval): Unrestricted passing.
HPDE Instructors: Open to licensed NASA FL instructors & ICS graduates who have instructed a min of 4 NASA FL events in the past 12 months. 
NOTE! Privately arranged instructors/professional coaches must be pre-approved and are REQUIRED to have a current NASA membership and pay a full HPDE entry fee for the event.  Add additional $50 late fee for private instructor registration at the track. No exceptions. 

2) NASA-TT (Time Trial) GROUP:  TT acts as the bridge between HPDE and Wheel to Wheel racing for advanced to expert (HPDE Group 4) level drivers.  TT is held in an unlimited, open passing track environment with other cars sharing the same track sessions.  Participants compete for series points and prizes for best lap time in their TT car class.  AMB timing transponder required.  TT license required. TT awards for Sat's podium ceremony provided by Power Rev Racing

3) Competition RACE GROUP:  For qualified drivers with a current NASA competition racing license and fully prepared race car with rollcage and safety equipment required to participate as per current NASA CCR.  AMB Transponder required. Click RACING for related info.  Compete for regional points & trophies in the NASA FL sprint race series.
Trophies for Sat's podium award ceremony courtesy of sponsor ISS Forged 

EVENT FORMAT: Track time runs from 9 AM to 5 PM with break for lunch.  HPDE 1 & HPDE 2 share the same track sessions.  HPDE 4 and TT competitors share the same "unrestricted" passing track sessions.  HPDE & TT participants receive 4 track sessions per day...20-25 min ea (time permitting). Schedule revisions may be necessary due to weather changes or due to unforeseen track delays for clean up.

"Download Meetings" (de-briefing sessions) under the guidance of Group Leaders for H 1 & 2, H 3 and H 4 & TT drivers are held immediately following each group's first 3 track sessions per day.  Attendance is MANDATORY as part of the HPDE continual driver education program.  Held for the purpose of resolving group issues from the previous track session and to create safer driving conditions by offering an open format for group discussion and continuing driver education.  

LOCATIONS: 
Classroom facility is located paddock central. 
Registration is located in the Photo Center base of the scoring tower, pit central.
HPDE tech inspection line forms on the paddock side of the pit structure. Garage 16.
RACE TECH/driver check-in is located in Photo Center (base of scoring tower)
HPDE Download Meetings take place in the CLASSROOM (paddock central)

Important Information:

1) Area Lodging:  
Ramada Inn, FL City..US 1 & Palm Dr (344 St) Call 305-247-8833
Ask for NASA FL group rate.

Holiday Inn Express, FL City Call 305-247-3414
Ask for NASA FL racing grp rate.
  
2) Directions to the track: From US 1 turn East on SW 344th Street (Palm Drive) for about 3 + miles....When you see the Speedway, continue EAST on SW 344th Street along the south side of the Speedway.  Turn left into the competitor's entrance and get in line by the gate guard station for the vehicular tunnel into the paddock. 

3) Admittance to the paddock starts at 7 AM Saturday.  There is no access to the paddock on Friday evening.  Sorry....Overnight RV parking/camping inside the paddock is not allowed. All participants, crew, family and guests are required to sign the track waiver prior to admittance.  No charge for admittance.  This event is open to public spectators.

4) Parking: Tow-rigs and trailers are to be unloaded in the paddock area behind the pit structure. Pit garages are for the use of cars registered in the event. Arrive early to obtain a garage space....first come first serve.  Only one garage space per registered car. Family and friends with vehicles must park in paddock area. Bring what you need to store & protect personal belongings. PDC, Inc, NASA & HMS assume no responsiblity for lost or stolen items. This event is open to public spectators. Be prepared in the case of rain or windy conditions. Event runs rain or shine. 

5) Paddock Rules: Maximum car speed in paddock is 10 mph. Use caution when re-entering the paddock after track sessions. (Parents NOTE!) No one without a valid state driver license may operate any mode of transportation in the paddock/pits/garage area. Skate boards, scooters without seats and in-line skates are not permitted in these areas by ANYONE. No alcoholic beverages allowed until track activities conclude each day. NO PETS!. Dispose of litter in trash cans and dispose of waste fluids in Garages 15 & 22.  Report any spills in garage area. Do not leave old tires at the track or YOU will be billed for removal.  Trailers/tow rigs/cars can be left overnight in paddock (at owner's risk) on Saturday night only. Secure loose items of value. No overnight RV camping in paddock. All participants must exit paddock by 7:00 PM ea day. Paddock gates are locked at 7 PM and there is no re-admittance to paddock overnight.

6) Proper Clothing: Crew members going beyond pit wall are required to wear long pants and enclosed shoes. HPDE drivers or anyone riding as a passenger must wear a Snell 1995 (SA 95; M95) or newer helmet, a sleeved (short sleeves ok) non-synthetic, (preferably cotton) shirt, long pants in a natural fiber, and enclosed shoes.  
RACERS are required to upgrade helmet and clothing standards to those required as per current NASA CCR including flame resistant driver suit, driver shoes & gloves. 

7) Fuel: On site service will supply racing fuel. Hours will be announced at the Drivers Meeting. We recommend that you do NOT rely solely on this source for your fueling needs. Arrive with a full tank.  If you run out of fuel while on track, your day is over! 

8) Food: On site food concession will be open for lunch and food purchases for "limited hours".  Please support the food concession. BRING A COOLER with WATER!

9) Crew, guests & family members: Check-in and sign track waiver at guard station near the entrance. No charge for admittance.  An adult must supervise minors. No one under age 18 (other than registered driver)is allowed in the hot pits or pit wall.  Minors cannot go beyond pit garages. Driver entered in the event will be held responsible for the actions and conduct of their crew members and guests, and will be held liable for any damages caused by their crew members or guests.   

10) Track Damages/REPAIR /REPLACEMENT  &  CLEANUP: Damages that occur within HMS premises, whether on the road course or on HMS property, which require clean up, repair or replacement become the financial liability of the driver found at fault for causing the damage.  Damages can include replacement or repair of items such as tire packs, armco, railings, fencing, soft walls, concrete barrier blocks etc. and cleanups that require bags of oil dry.  (Note: Track damages that require schedule delays and long track cleanups occur rarely, but incidents of this type CAN happen.  Know your limits and drive appropriately for current track conditions to help us avoid this situation.)

11) Passengers: Passenger registration is offered as a way for registered HPDE drivers to introduce a family member or friend to the HPDE driving experience.  Passengers may be registered in HPDE 2 & HPDE 3 sessions ONLY.  Passengers in HPDE 1 and HPDE 4 are ONLY NASA FL instructors or pre-approved private instructors registered in the event. Passenger registration is handled at the track the day of the event between the hours of 7:30 AM and 11 AM. Passenger must be age 18 & older. Snell 95 or newer helmet & proper clothing for the course required. Sorry..loaner helmets are not available. Passenger will obtain Wrist Band for admittance to the course after signing release and paying a non-refundable $30 passenger registration fee. NASA holds the driver solely responsible for the safety of their passenger.  Improper conduct while driving with a passenger will result in the loss of passenger priviledges.

12) Your participation in this event constitutes your understanding and acceptance of the rules, requirements and policies set by P.D.C., Inc. and of National Auto Sport Association (NASA) in accordance with the current NASA Club Codes and Regulation rule book (CCR).  To see the CCR click here.

14) NASA Cancellation Policies:
HPDE: Refund less $30 processing fee, with at least 7 days written notice in advance of the event, otherwise no refund or credit.  NO exceptions.  (No partial refunds for 2 day entries due to mechanical failure or any other reason...please prepare your car carefully.)   
RACE GROUPS: Full refund less $30 processing fee provided that you notify your NASA reion within 5 days following the missed event.  No partial refunds allowed.  Once the car hits the track service all fees are non-refundable.