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GYG Championship - we provide the kart you do the racing

THE CHAMPIONSHIP EXPLAINED

Welcome to,

The GYG Championship

The GYG Championship has been running since 2017 and has become a very challenging grid. Featuring the top fastest GYG drivers. This popular monthly event, is a great way to learn new racing techniques and meet new racing buddies. 

We hold two classes, a lightweight and middleweight class. Challenge your self to 6 thrilling race events throughout the year. Or just do a few if you cannot make them all. 5 rounds count to the championship points.

Trophies every round, final round includes barbecue and buffet to drivers who have raced the entire season. 

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£80 per driver - please note you must weigh yourself fully kitted or add at least 2kg to your weight without kit so you enter the right class.
  • Round 1Sunday 19th March 2023
  • Round 2Sunday 23rd April 2023
  • Round 3Sunday 21st May 2023
  • Round 4Sunday 9th July 2023
  • Round 5Sunday 6th August 2023
  • Round 6Sunday 3rd September 2023
  • November 2023 Team Charity Endurance - Date to be confirmed The overall winner from each GYG Championship weight category will win their entry into this event

Arrival time

We require you to be here for 12pm to enable time for weigh in, briefing and changing.

Classes

  • Lightweight ClassMaximum weight limit is 80Kg. This will include race suit, crash helmet, gloves and boots.
  • Middleweight ClassMinimum weight limit is 80Kg. This will include race suit, crash helmet, gloves and boots.

Karting Event Details

  • No experience required
  • No registration fee
  • 16 years plus
  • 1100m British Championship approved circuit by Motorsport UK
  • Non restricted, race tuned engine, Honda 270 Sport Kart

Championship Points

Qualifying – The fastest Qualifier will be awarded 1 Point.

Heat Positions – 1st 25 pts,  2nd 23 pts, 3rd 21 pts, reducing by 1 point.

Final Positions – 1st 50pts, 2nd 47 pts, 3rd 45 pts, reducing by 1 point.

The best 5 out of the 6 rounds will count towards the Championship.

Karting Event Includes

  • Racing Suit & Helmet
  • Safety Briefing
  • Kart Familiarisation
  • Live Lap Times
  • Individual Lap Times
  • Podium Finish
  • Trophies to 1st, 2nd & 3rd
  • Bubbly presented to Winner
  • Results

Racing Format

  • Lightweight ClassQualifying Session & Heat One
  • Middleweight ClassQualifying Session & Heat One
  • Break
  • Lightweight ClassHeat Two & Grand Final
  • Middleweight ClassHeat Two & Grand Final

Driver Info

Availability and bookings

You can check all availability on our online calendar and confirm your booking online.

Frequently Asked Questions

View our Frequently Asked Questions Page to ensure you are race ready.

Suitable for all levels

No experience required. Karting is suitable for all levels whether you are a beginner, an expert, enjoy a thrilling experience, fancy some competition or you just want to have fun!

Suitable in all weathers

We are open all year around. Karting is suitable in all weather conditions. Dry or wet suits will be provided for your karting event.
If the weather is torrential we recommend you bring a change of clothes for after your experience, we also have hot showers available should you wish to use them.

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