ZARS is an opportunity for advanced riders to improve their skills, become more proficient, confident riders. ZARS will provide instruction and training geared towards advanced riding while learning critical skills necessary to minimize the risk involved. All bike types are welcome from sport touring to sportbike and everything in between!

What's all included when you join us:

• Instruction in a classroom setting
• Instruction on the road course with trained, experienced instructors
• Seminars and Clinics (when offered)
• Complimentary Meal
• Complimentary T-Shirt
• You'll become a complimentary member of ZARS!

Each school is divided into 3 groups that will rotate each hour and include 20 minutes on the road course, 20 minutes of class, 20 minutes of rest; except daytime events will have class end at 2pm. Each group will have approximately 10-17 riders and will be comprised of riders at the various levels. See the definition of the levels here.

Ready to join us, begin the registration process here. Not ready yet, c'mon out and "Try the Track," it's complimentary on all day events at 12:30pm.

Instruction

Instruction for all bikes, including sport bikes!

Instruction also geared towards sport touring to cruisers!

Women ride! Woman rider with Instructor Debby!

Instruction will be available on and off the track. Experienced instructors work closely with riders of similar abilities in a small group setting. We have geared it so that you can become a more skilled rider and much of what you will learn can apply to riding defensively on the street while minimizing the risk involved. Instructors will work with riders to build confidence in themselves as well as having confidence in their bike.

The schedule will basically rotate between 20 minutes of riding time, followed by 20 minutes of classroom and then a 20 minute break for rest. Only groups of similar abilities will be on the range riding at the same time. We are the only school to provide structured instruction with class time for all riders.
ZARS also maintains a low rider to instructor ratio of 3:1.

Individualized Skills: We will offer the Individualized Skills format for all riders in levels 3-6 at select Advanced Riding Schools. During these special schools, riders will have several opportunities to attend a wide variety of riding clinics. Riders in levels 3-6 will not be assigned to a specific instructor on the road course; rather instructors will float and be available for one-on-one sessions. See the schedule for specific dates.

Instruction will vary between groups due to the range of abilities and bike types.

Throughout the season, our schools will follow a progression that will focus on primarily 2 skills along with incorporating your desired skills for an intense and progressive experience.
*Our first-time and Beginner 1 level riders will follow a progression geared towards an introduction to advanced riding and will encompass skills necessary to reach your next levels.

Curriculum:

Instruction will vary by school and may include the following:
Concentrating, Relaxing, and Breathing
Visual Skills
Smoothness
Discipline
Cornering
Shifting
Braking
- Steering
Reference Points
Lines
Body Positioning
Confidence
Obstacle Avoidance
Fear/Panic Situation
Suspension and Chassis

Each school includes 6 levels of instruction, which are defined below. All riders need to have a solid foundation of street riding and at least 1000 riding miles to take any schools. We have established levels within the groups to best accommodate the riders. Below you will find definitions of all the levels. Some levels may be combined to form groups, but the instruction may vary from level to level. Once a rider has “mastered” a certain level, an instructor will document and a rider may decide to move up to the next level for the next school. At any time, a rider may be moved to another group if an instructor feels that it is necessary for the safety of the rider and the group, space permitting.
If this is your first-time at DCTC and you want register for more dates, register for level 1 for your first date, then level 2 for your second time, then level 3 for all subsequent dates; we will move you once you’ve reached higher levels.
If you are unsure of which group is the correct fit for you or if you need approval, contact us.

Explanation of Levels:

Level 1- An experienced motorcyclist whose has never ridden the DCTC Driving Range on a motorcycle with ZARS or a similar course, including closed courses (Track Days). If you’ve done Hedonistic Enthudsiam or Riding Course, you do not need to do Level 1. NOTE- Level 1doesn’t imply that you’re a first time rider, simply it is a rider who has not been to DCTC or similar before.

Level 2- Successfully mastered Level 1 or have similar experience on DCTC Driving Range on a motorcycle. (Formerly Beg1 level)

Level 3- Successfully mastered “Level 2” or have similar experience on DCTC Driving Range on a motorcycle. (Formerly Beg2 level)

Level 4- Successfully mastered “Level 3” or have similar experience in DCTC Driving Range on a motorcycle. Instructor approval needed for new ZARS riders. (Formerly Int1 level)

Level 5- Successfully mastered “Level 4” or have similar experience on DCTC Driving Range on a motorcycle. Instructor approval needed for new ZARS riders. (Formerly Int2 level)

Level 6- Successfully mastered “Level 5” or have similar experience on DCTC Driving Range on a motorcycle. Instructor approval needed for new ZARS riders. (Formerly Adv level)

Individual Training- This is an opportunity for our regular riders who are at least at level 3 or higher and would like to ride themselves and work on their own individual skills.