Motorsport UK Girls Karting Academy
A national programme helping girls aged 8-15 years to develop their karting skills and progress into Motorsport UK's talent pathway.
The Motorsport UK Girls Karting Academy gives girls aged 8–15 the opportunity to get on track, build their confidence and develop their karting skills in a fun and supportive environment.
With monthly sessions at TeamSport venues across the UK, girls of all experience levels can enjoy expert coaching, dedicated track time and off-track activities, while developing their skills and progressing through the Girls Karting Academy pathway.
Taster Sessions
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Girls aged 8 to 15 can take part in exciting taster sessions - no experience required!
Enjoy expert instruction, track time, educational off-track activities and the option to purchase a 12-month Race Academy membership at a discounted rate. Girls participating in both GKA Taster Sessions and Club Nights will share the track.
Club Nights
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Our Club Nights are the ideal place for drivers of all abilities to develop their skills, build friendships, and be part of a thriving karting community. Through hands-on coaching and driver development, each session builds confidence, refines technique, and supports future competitive success.
Race Academy Lessons
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Race Academy Lessons provide young drivers with 20 to 30 minutes of dedicated track time with expert coaching, helping to refine their skills and accelerate their development beyond Race Academy events.
Taster days
✔ Unlock a discounted 12-month TeamSport Race Academy Membership in conjunction with Motorsport UK and continue your development all year round.
✔ Run by our expert Chief Instructors who have been specially trained by Motorsport UK
✔ Exclusively for girls aged 8 to 15 years old
✔ 30 minutes of off track activities
✔ 30 minutes on the track
✔ Personalised Development Plan – your Chief Instructor will work with you to review your skills, set goals, and recommend the most suitable level for your Race Academy lessons
Race Academy Member Benefits
- 25% off full-priced karting
- Loyalty rewards points
- Free cotton balaclava
- Access to Race Academy Training
- Free Race on your Birthday
- Entry rights to Grid Series Championships
- Motorsport UK K1 license and benefits
- Entry rights to BIKC
- Welcome pack, including Race Academy Handbook and Leaflet (awarded on arrival at the track)
- Access to Race Academy League (8 to 15 years and 'Advanced' Level achieved)
Club Events
Our Club Night is designed exclusively for girls aged 8-15, providing a fun and supportive environment to develop both karting and motorsport knowledge. Each session focuses on skill development, from mastering core driving techniques to exploring the wider world of motorsport, including careers both on and off the track. Drivers will build confidence, refine their abilities, and create a strong foundation for future progression.
Each Club Night includes 30 minutes of on-track driving with your local Chief Instructor
Entry requirements
Girls aged 8-15 years old, with an inside leg measurement of 25 inches (from the crotch, to the floor, with shoes on).
Race Academy Lessons
Our fully qualified instructors will teach you the basics.
✔ Licence provided to track progress
✔ Learn Track Safety
✔ Understand the Racing Line
Each lesson includes 20 to 30 minutes of track time.
Entry requirements
Active Race Academy Membership
Drivers aged 8-15 years old, with an inside leg measurement of 25 inches (from the crotch, to the floor, with shoes on).
Less than 2% of licensed racing drivers worldwide are women
#1 Join the GKA Community!
Girls Karting Academy is a fun and inclusive programme for girls aged 8-15, designed to build confidence, develop karting skills, and spark a passion for motorsport. Start with a Taster Session, then continue your journey with a Girls Karting Academy Membership, unlocking access to monthly Club Nights and the wider GKA community.
#2 Invitation to Join the Academy
Girls who enjoy our Girls Karting Academy Club Nights can continue their development through Race Academy Lessons. These structured coaching sessions provide a clear pathway for progression, helping drivers refine their skills, build confidence, and gain experience alongside a wider group of drivers.
#3 Competitive Karting
Our ultimate goal is to support girls to progress into competitive motorsport, we host Championships including our Grid Series and the British Indoor Karting Championships
About Motorsport UK Girls Karting Academy
Motorsport UK Girls Karting Academy is operated by Motorsport UK, the national governing body for motorsport in the UK and operated by TeamSport UK, who have nationwide indoor karting venues across the UK.
The Girls Karting Academy will provide girls from ages 8 to 15 the opportunity to learn and progress into Motorsport UK’s talent pathway, under its Academy programme.
The exciting initiative will enable drivers to hone their skills, before being encouraged to set a qualifying time at a regional circuit near them and having the chance to take part in the British Indoor Karting Championship (BIKC) Regional Finals to win a fully funded place with the Club100 Karting series.
For more information on the British Indoor Karting Championships, qualification process and eligibility criteria visit www.bikc.co.uk
Find out more about Motorsport UK by visiting www.motorsportuk.org
Check out the Motorsport UK Girls Karting Academy Resource Hub for fun tips, guides, and everything you need to get started in karting – and join our official WhatsApp channel for updates, opportunities and inspiration as your daughter takes her first steps on the karting pathway.
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