FMS Karting Academy

Building Racers on the Belief That Karting Is the Foundation of Motorsports

A Comprehensive kart racing development program

Taking drivers from their first time in a kart through competitive kart racing

For many years, drivers and families have asked the same question: “How do I get started in karting?” Historically, the answer was simple—purchase equipment and head to the nearest track. But for most, that first experience brings uncertainty:

What kind of kart should I get?
How do I know what class to enter?
What equipment do I need?
How do I practice?
What is the proper racing line?
How and when should I use the brakes?

These are common concerns for both drivers and parents. In addition, there are many different ways and experience that each participant is looking for, these could be:

Good experiences and a way to work together as a team and make progress
Focusing on the driver’s improvement and a quest for results
Others may seek a mechanical challenge and enjoy exploring and working within the technical aspects of the sport

Regardless of the path, karting has traditionally lacked a clear and structured entry point—until now. This program focuses primarily on driver development, while also offering optional pathways to support technical and competitive growth.

Understanding the Commitment

Karting is one of the entry levels into motorsports. But what is the commitment? While projected as a low-cost sport, relative to motorsports, there is still a financial and time commitment needed. Those commitments vary depending on your goals. Planning a budget for finances and time is an important step to help identify what you want to get from the sport.

A larger time investment on the track can help produce better skill sets for the driver but can come at a cost as equipment demands and service demands are higher. If interested in the mechanical and technical side of the sport, time away from the track is equally important. Time away from the track can also provide ways to save financially, however there will be a bit more research and hands on experience involved.

Budget Planning

Some items to consider when planning a budget:

Equipment investment
Driver/Safety Equipment
Cost of equipment service mainteance on kart and engine
Track time
Consumables parts
Transport to practice and events
Coaching and event expenses

Time Commitment The amount of time invested directly impacts driver development:

More track time → faster skill progression, but increased wear and cost
More off-track time → mechanical learning and potential cost savings

FMS Academy Driver Development Pathway

The FMS Academy provides a structured pathway for drivers of all experience levels. The variety of racer hopefuls we encounter is truly awesome with a wide range of backgrounds:

No karting experience at all
Indoor or electric karting experience
Previous karting or auto racing experience

The FMS Academy provides a clear, structured, and supportive pathway into karting—focused on driver development while offering optional pathways for technical and competitive growth.

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Move Through the Levels or Contact Us to find the right place to begin

Karting Foundations

Level 1

Karting Schools

Level 1 Plus

Driver Development Days / Lapping Days

Kart Racing Development

Level 2

Half or Full-Day School for Drivers Currently Racing

Level 2 Plus

One-On-One Lessons and Coaching

Local & Regional Racing

Level 3

Arrive and Drive Program and Support Programs

Badger Kart Club

Road America Kart Club

Route 66 Series