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The Porsche Sport Driving School-USA

(PSDS-USA) places drivers on the

amazing Barber Motorsports road

course for an experience of a lifetime.

Discover the fascination of Porsche,

go beyond your limits, enjoy thrilling

sports car dynamics, and more, with

a sophisticated program sure to

exceed your expectations.

At PSDS-USA we adhere to one

principle: learning by doing. You’ll

finely hone your driving skills—from

the basics of vehicle control to

applying for your own racing license —

all under the skillful guidance of some

of the country’s most accomplished

race drivers. It ’s no wonder many of

our students make use of the various

courses offered by PSDS-USA time

and time again to further develop their

skills and take another step toward

their core goal: more driving pleasure

per second.

The fantasy made real.

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This intensive one-day program at

Barber Motorsports Park begins with a

brief classroom session covering basic

vehicle dynamics and the driving line.

Participants then go through a series of

rotations: the Skid Pad, Performance

Driving Techniques, Autocross, and

track driving sessions. After lunch,

participants return to the autocross

track for the Autocross Challenge,

Lane Change, Skid Pad, and 911 Turbo

Launch Control exercises, before

spending the rest of the day lapping

the race circuit. While some schools

focus on classroom training in an effort

to limit vehicle use, we believe the best

place to learn is behind the wheel.

Precision – One-Day High Performance Driving Course ($1,800)

Schedule7:30 – 8:00 Registration and Breakfast

8:00 – 9:00 Introduction and Classroom Session: Vehicle Dynamics Line

9:00– 12:00 Driving: Track Sessions, Skid Pad, Autocross, and Performance

Driving Techniques/Slalom

12:00– 1:00 Lunch

1:00 – 4:00 Driving: Track Sessions, Autocross Challenge, Lane Change,

Skid Pad, and 911 Turbo Launch Control

4:00 – 4:15 Instructor Hot Laps

4:15– 4:45 Program Close

4:45 – 5:15 Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum Tour

Schedule and cars used are subject to change.

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Our most popular course, the two-day

performance program at Barber

Motorsports Park, begins with a brief

classroom session covering vehicle

dynamics and the driving line.

Participants then meet at the track for

a series of rotations through the Skid

Pad, Performance Driving Techniques,

Autocross, and track sessions. The

first afternoon is spent mastering the

proper driving line and the many

technical corners of the track while

sharpening basic skills at the

Autocross, Skid Pad, and Lane

Change. Then it's off to dinner with

the instructors at the Grand Bohemian

Hotel. The morning of day two is

dedicated to track sessions, heel/toe

downshifting, competing in the

Autocross Challenge and participating

in cornering drills.

In the afternoon, participants will drive

a Porsche Cayenne SUV on the off-

road course, join the Skid Pad Team

Competition, and experience 911

Turbo S Launch Control. They will

also continue to refine their skills with

more track sessions. Hot Lap rides

with instructors wrap up the program

with a thrill.

Performance – Two-Day High Performance Driving Course ($3,200)

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Day One Schedule7:30 – 8:00 Registration and Breakfast

8:00 – 9:00 Introduction and Classroom Session:

Vehicle Dynamics and Driving Line

9:15 – 12:30 Driving: Track Sessions, Skid Pad, Autocross,

and Performance Driving Techniques/Slalom

12:30 – 1:15 Lunch

1:30 – 4:30 Driving: Track Sessions, Autocross, Skid Pad,

and Lane Change

4:30 – 5:00 Day One Review

7:00 – 8:30 Dinner at the Grand Bohemian Hotel

Day Two Schedule7:30 – 8:00 Breakfast

8:00 – 9:00 Classroom Session: Review Heel/Toe

Downshifting and Off-Road

9:00 – 12:00 Driving: Track Sessions, Autocross Challenge,

Skid Pad, and Downshifting

12:00 – 1:00 Lunch

1:15 – 4:00 Driving: Track Sessions, Cayenne Off-Road,

Skid Pad Team Competition, and 911 Turbo

Launch Control

4:00 – 4:15 Instructor Hot Laps

4:15 – 4:30 Program Close



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This advanced course is offered to

former graduates of the PSDS-USA One-

Day Precision or Two-Day Performance

course at Barber Motorsports Park.

The Master's course is designed to

take previous participants, who have

gained basic skills and knowledge, to

the next level of performance. We begin

by polishing car control skills through

practice on the Skid Pad, Cornering Drill,

and Autocross where drivers will receive

in-depth instruction on techniques and

track-orienting sessions. Dinner with the

instructors at the Grand Bohemian Hotel

caps off the day.

Since honing driving skills is all about

track time, the key objective of day two

is to maximize time during the open

track sessions, including sessions in

the GT3 RS and 911 Turbo S.

Precision Course or Performance Course completion required.

Masters – Two-Day High Performance Driving Course ($4,800)

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Day One Schedule:7:30–8:00 Registration and Breakfast

8:00–9:15 Introduction and Classroom Session:

Vehicle Dynamics and Driving Line

9:15–12:30 Driving: Track Sessions, Skid Pad,

Basic Training Drill, and Autocross

12:30–1:15 Lunch

1:15–1:45 Detailed Track Tour

1:45–4:45 Driving: Track Sessions, Autocross,

Lane Change, and Throttle Steering

7:00–8:30 Dinner at the Grand Bohemian Hotel

Day Two Schedule:7:30–8:00 Breakfast

8:00–8:45 Classroom Session: Review and Open Lapping

Procedures

9:00–12:00 Driving: Track Sessions, Throttle Steering,

Trail Braking, and Autocross Challenge

12:00–1:00 Lunch

1:00–4:00 Driving: Track Sessions

4:00–4:15 Instructor Hot Laps

4:15–4:45 Program Close

4:45–5:15 Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum Tour


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The ability to know where the limits

are and to comfortably control the

car is what separates an amateur

from a professional driver. This

program at Barber Motorsports Park

focuses on two areas: first, developing

car control skills and learning to drive

a car at the limits of adhesion; and

second, refining the fundamentals

of performance driving on the track.

Participants will develop advanced

skills in how to optimize the vehicle

at the limits with electronic aids

turned off. They will fine-tune their

understanding of vehicle dynamics,

like how to correct oversteer, and

learn to control a perfect drift by

combining steering and throttle

control. Course instructors will also

show participants how to induce

and control trail brake rotation for

increased confidence on the track.

In addition to the Carrera S and

718 Boxster S, participants will drive

the GT3 RS and 911 Turbo S, and

gain valuable insight and information

through video and data analysis.

Masters Course completion required.

Masters R – One-Day Advanced Car Control and Lapping Day ($2,400)

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Schedule7:30 – 8:00 Registration and Breakfast

8:00 – 9:00 Introduction and Classroom Session:

Review, Flags, and Lapping Procedures

9:00 – 12:15 Driving: Track Sessions, Skid Pad–Drifting, and

Friction Circle–Drifting

12:15 – 1:00 Lunch

1:00 – 4:00 Driving: Track Sessions, Friction Circle–Drifting,

and Data Review

4:00 – 4:30 Program Close



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The Three-Day Masters RS–Race License Course is designed for graduates of our Masters program who are ready to further their skills to a racing level. Participants will experience demanding and comprehensive training and what promises to be the ultimate high- speed challenge. Unlike any other competition program, you will be trained by the world’s finest and most highly skilled Porsche Certified Instructors, while driving the finest sports cars, including the GT3 RS and 911 Turbo S, at the exciting Barber Motorsports Park.

This course emphasizes the two most important components required to be successful in competition: track time and car control skills. You’ll start practice with basic racing fundamentals—such as heel/toe downshifting, braking, and skid control. From there, you’ll learn how

to push a Porsche to its limits. Over three days, you’ll be paired one-on-one with Porsche Certified Instructors, developing and honing key racing skills and strategy through passing exercises, qualifying techniques, and race starts. The in-car camera and data acquisition systems provide intense analysis of your driving techniques giving you the most complete training available. Upon successful completion of the Three-Day Masters RS–Race License Course, you will be eligible to apply for your Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) License.


Masters RS – Three-Day Competition Driving Course ($7,200)

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Day Three Schedule7:30–8:00 Breakfast

8:00–9:00 Classroom Session: Starts, Passing, and

Race Craft

9:15–12:00 Driving: Track Sessions with Passing Drill and

Data Review

12:00–12:45 Lunch

1:00–4:00 Driving: Track Sessions with Practice Starts



Day One Schedule:7:30–8:00 Registration and Breakfast



9:15–12:40 Driving: Track Sessions, Autocross, and

Basic Training Drill

12:40–1:15 Lunch

1:15–4:30 Driving: Track Sessions, Trail Braking, and

Throttle Steering


Day Two Schedule:7:30–8:00 Breakfast

8:00–9:15 Classroom Session: Review, Skid Pad–Drifting,

Trail Brake Rotation, and Intro to Data

9:30–12:00 Driving: Track Sessions, Trail Brake Rotation,

and Skid Pad–Power Sliding

12:00–12:45 Lunch

1:00–4:00 Driving: Track Sessions, Skid Pad–Drifting,

Trail Brake Rotation, and Data Review




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The Four-Day Masters RSR at Barber Motorsports Park is similar to the Masters RS course, with added emphasis on data and video analysis, car control skills at the Barber Proving Grounds Facility, and additional track time. This course is designed for graduates of our Masters program who are ready to further their skills to a racing level. It is the most comprehensive program available, with training given by the world's best instructors, in the most amazing vehicle line-up, including the GT3 RS and the 911 Turbo S.

Practice begins with basic fundamentals, such as heel/toe downshifting, braking, and skid control. You will then learn how to find limits and get 100 percent out of a Porsche. Over four days you will hone your racing skills and learn race strategy with passing exercises, qualifying techniques, track car setup, and race

starts. Instructors work one-on-one with you, coaching and challenging you to find every available fraction of a second. Our in-car camera and data acquisition systems provide intense analysis of your driving techniques, giving you the most complete training available. Upon successful completion of the Masters RSR−Race License Course, you will be eligible to apply for your SCCA License.


Masters RSR – Four-Day Competition Driving Course ($9,600)

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Day Three Schedule7:30–8:00 Breakfast

8:00–9:00 Classroom Session: Review, Passing Techniques,

and Race Craft

9:00–12:00 Driving: Track Sessions with Turn 5 Passing

Drill, Friction Circle–Drifting, and Data Review

12:00–12:45 Lunch

12:45–4:30 Driving: Track Sessions with Turn 7 Passing

Drill, Friction Circle–Drifting, and Data Review


Day Four Schedule7:30–8:00 Breakfast

8:00–9:00 Classroom Session: Race Starts and

Track Car Set-up

9:00–12:00 Driving: Track Sessions and Data Review

12:00–12:45 Lunch

12:45–4:00 Driving: Track Sessions and Practice Starts



Day One Schedule7:30–8:00 Registration and Breakfast



9:15–12:15 Driving: Track Sessions, Autocross, and

Basic Training Drill

12:15–1:00 Lunch

1:00–4:30 Driving: Track Sessions, Trail Braking, and

Throttle Steering


Day Two Schedule7:30–8:00 Breakfast

8:00–9:00 Classroom Session: Review and Procedures

9:00–12:00 Driving: Track Sessions, Skid Pad–Drifting, and

Trail Brake Rotation

12:00–12:45 Lunch

12:45–4:00 Driving: Track Sessions, Skid Pad–Drifting, and

Data Review


7:00–8:30 Dinner at the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum


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Barber Motorsports Park in

Birmingham, Alabama, is home to

the Porsche Sport Driving School-USA

and is considered one of the most

challenging racing circuits in the

country. The professionally designed,

world-class circuit plays host to the

IndyCar Series and the MotoAmerica

Superbike Series. Not only has Barber

Motorsports Park made its name as

one of the most competitive locations,

changes, it demands your attention.

You will spend your time perfecting

the most efficient driving line,

smooth and steady driving,

trail braking techniques, heel/toe

downshifting, and car control skills.

While some schools focus on

classroom training in an effort to limit

vehicle use, we believe you should

learn behind the wheel from some

of the most qualified, patient, and

it is also widely seen as spectator

friendly with its perfectly manicured

landscape, which makes it the ideal

place for drivers of all levels to

experience Porsche Intelligent

Performance. In fact, some of the most

dedicated past and present Porsche

drivers have used the racecourse to

hone their skills and offer their expertise

as instructors. With 2.38 miles, 16 turns

and more than 80 feet of elevation

knowledgeable instructors in the

business. Beyond the track, the Barber

Vintage Museum, located at the circuit,

is a world-class facility with more than

1000 vehicles on display. Through

each program, you will be exposed to

the most highly refined performance

training models, methods, and

techniques available. You will become

a more efficient and safer driver, not

to mention a more inspired one.

Barber Motorsports Park

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A PSDS-USA event is the perfect way to

add excitement to a convention, corporate

meeting, or team gathering. It’s also a

great way to reward employees, recognize

key customers, and facilitate team-

building. Each program can be custom

tailored to completely fit your needs.

In addition to our one- and two-day

corporate programs on the main track,

we now offer half-day programs at the

new Barber Proving Grounds. The

track includes a large, high-banked

turn; a wet skid pad; and plenty of

paved area to extend the track or add

additional exercises like Performance

Driving Techniques, Lane Change, and

Launch Control.

To start your track event,

contact us at 770-290-7006 or

[email protected].

Custom Corporate Events

The Grand Bohemian is the host hotel

for the Porsche Sport Driving School-

USA, and is a great match for those

seeking a luxury getaway and the thrill

of driving the world's best sports cars

on a world-class track.

The Grand Bohemian is a Kessler

Autograph Collection hotel located

in the Lane Park development of

Mountain Book adjacent to the

Birmingham Botanical Gardens and

Zoo. The property features an on-site

art gallery, signature Poseidon Spa,

and vibrant rooftop bar.

For group rates and booking info,

please contact:

Tori Hayward

PSDS Event Services Manager

[email protected]

Grand Bohemian Mountain Brook

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