How to Get Started in Karting -Arrive & Drive to National Racing

If you’ve ever dreamed of getting into motorsport, karting is the best place to start — and there’s no better venue to begin your journey than Teesside Motorsports.
Our facility is one of the largest and most versatile karting circuits in the UK, home to Arrive & Drive, Teesside Academy training, Club-level racing, and national endurance championships.

Whether you’re a complete beginner or a driver looking to take the next step into competitive racing, we’ll guide you from your first laps to your first podium.

Step 1 – Try Karting with Arrive & Drive

Our Arrive & Drive sessions are where most drivers begin.
You don’t need any experience, equipment, or membership — just book online, turn up, and we’ll provide everything you need: helmet, suit, gloves, and a professionally maintained race kart.

Arrive & Drive gives you a real taste of karting at full speed on a proper race circuit.
Sessions run all year round for both adults and juniors, with different kart classes depending on age and experience.

Book your first Arrive & Drive session →

Step 2 – Learn the Skills with Teesside Academy

Once you’ve caught the racing bug, the next step is driver development.
Through the Teesside Academy, we provide structured coaching and training for drivers of all ages.

Our Academy sessions focus on:

  • Kart control, racing lines, and braking technique
  • Track awareness and overtaking skills
  • Race etiquette and safety standards
  • Preparation for club-level competition

These sessions are led by experienced instructors, many of whom race or coach at national level.
They’re perfect for building confidence, learning the fundamentals of race craft, and preparing to enter your first event.

Step 3 – Racing at Teesside

When you’re ready to race against others, you can join our Teesside Club Championship.
This series runs throughout the year and caters for a range of classes — from cadets and juniors to seniors and endurance teams.

We offer both:

  • Sprint racing – individual drivers competing in multiple heats and finals
  • Endurance racing – teams of two or more sharing a kart over longer race durations

The club series provides a fun, friendly environment where you’ll develop consistency, speed, and strategy — while racing wheel-to-wheel on one of the UK’s most famous karting circuits.

View the latest championship calendar →

Step 4 – Go National

As your skills progress, you can take your racing to the next level through our extensive connections within the karting world.
We have strong partnerships with MS Karts UK (Lucas Racing), the official UK importer of MS Karts, and work closely with MS Karting Team JDR, a front-running team in national-level competition.

This means that through Teesside Motorsports, you can access everything you need to go from club-level racing to the national grid — including:

  • Kart supply and technical support
  • Driver coaching and race management
  • Setup guidance and data analysis
  • Pathways to British championships and beyond

Our instructors and technical partners are committed to helping new drivers develop sustainably — ensuring every step up the ladder is supported by expert advice and the right equipment.

Step 5 – Join the Community

Karting at Teesside isn’t just about racing — it’s about belonging.
Our paddock is a welcoming, family-focused environment that encourages learning, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

From our Teesside Academy graduates to experienced club racers and visiting national teams, everyone shares the same passion for motorsport.
There’s no better place to start your journey.

Why Start at Teesside Motorsports?

  • One of the UK’s largest and most technical kart circuits
  • Home to British 24 Hour, Teesside Club Championship & Academy
  • Full track hire and private tuition available
  • Links to MS Karts UK, Lucas Racing & JDR
  • Dedicated staff with decades of combined motorsport experience
  • Open 7 days a week for karting, testing, and training

Start Your Karting Journey Today

Whether it’s your first lap or your next championship, Teesside Motorsports is here to help you every step of the way.
From Arrive & Drive and Academy training to Club and National racing, this is where racing journeys begin.

📲 Book your first session today or contact us to find out how we can help you race all the way to the top.