Welcome to Metro NY Driver Education!
Register at https://www.clubregistration.net AFTER you read the intro below! Do an Event Search on ClubRegistration.net using the word METRO on the dashboard page. OR scroll down for direct links to each event.
Introduction
The mission and purpose of the Porsche Club of America’s Driver’s Education Program is to provide a safe, structured, and controlled teaching and learning environment. The PCA DE Program is designed so that participants can improve their driving abilities and acquire a better understanding of vehicle dynamics and driving safety. Participants will experience first-hand the capabilities of high performance automobiles in a controlled, closed-course environment and acquire skills that will enhance safer vehicle operation in all driving situations.
One giant word of caution: this adventure can become very addictive. Our instructors will teach you to drive your Porsche the way Weissach designed it to be driven, or your other marque sports car to the best of its and your capabilities. PCA DE schools are run in a safe and controlled environment on a closed course. Like any new sport your instructor will guide you into this exciting world of high-performance driving. These events are great sources of stories for the Monday morning coffee break. You will have dreams about various turns and wake up with memories of your instructor emphasizing BRAKE or DON’T LIFT. These schools are truly the only safe way to learn the engineering dynamics that went into the development of this famous racing marque.
Please note that PCA DE events are not racing, nor preparation for racing. No times or placings are recorded, and no awards or prizes are received by the participants of PCA Driver’s Education events; just a lot of fun and camaraderie. Yes, it’s a highly social activity enjoyable for spectators who accompany and support drivers. That said, ANY conduct considered by MNY PCA to be either unsafe or inconsistent with the spirit or purpose of the Driver’s Education Program will not be permitted. This approach helps keep the events safe and enjoyable for all participants and attendees!
How to register
We use www.ClubRegistration.net. If you have already used ClubRegistration.net just login and sign up. If this is your first time, you will need to create a new account. It’s not difficult and, once complete, registering for events is very easy and fast. You can even sign up for text alerts and event reminders!
First-time registrants
When you go to www.ClubRegistration.net, you will be asked to either login or create an account. If you need to create an account, you will be walked through the steps and questions that need to be answered. Once your account is set up, you are ready to start registering for our events. You can then search for our events by first clicking on the “Search for Events” label on the red bar. Then click on the pull-down menu next to the word “Club” and select “Metro NY PCA” from the list and then click the “Search…” button.
When to register
The current DE Schedule is here: http://metronypca.org/de-schedule/ Events are open for registration from January 1st. Event registrations close one week prior to the event date. Refund policies and cut off dates are listed on ClubRegistration.net. Please contact us directly at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with any questions. Please do NOT contact ClubRegistration.net with questions about our events; they only run the online registration system! We will once again be offering limited garage rentals for Watkins Glen. See www.ClubRegistration.net for details.
Please do not hesitate to contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with questions or concerns.
We look forward to seeing you at the track!
- Brandon Tasso - Track Chair
- Mat Gluckson – Safety Chair
- Bill Rudtner – Chief Instructor
- Shaibal Bandyopadhyay – Co-Chief Instructor
- Bob Schutzenbach – Metroliner (Tech Chief)
- Adam Fox - Registrar
PLEASE register NOW; spaces are available but strictly limited.
Sat, March 1: Pre-Season Intro to HPDE Meeting with Lunch
If you’ve never been to the track and want to know all about it join us at South Shore Performance for a comprehensive introduction to the Track (HPDE) hobby, with light lunch. Click to Register for the INTRODUCTION TO TRACK MEETING
Sun, March 9: Pre-Season HPDE Enthusiast’s Meeting with Guest Speaker and Lunch Thunderbolt
Prepare for the 2025 Track Season! Join us at Northport Yacht Club to learn about our extensive and varied season and to meet and hear guest speaker, Pro-Racer and Pro-Coach Dave Scott. Click to Register for the PRE-SEASON TRACK MEETING WITH GUEST SPEAKER
Sat-Sun, March 29-30: NJMP Thunderbolt, Instructed
Open the season with an exciting weekend at recently repaved Thunderbolt. Click to Register for THUNDERBOLT
Thur, April 17: Lime Rock Park Proving Grounds, Instructed
Intro to Car Control aimed at those new to DE, offering an afternoon of guidance on the autocross course and wet skid pad priced attractively for those entering the hobby. Click to Register for LRP Proving Grounds
Fri, April 18: Lime Rock Park Track and Proving Grounds, All Solo
First All Solo DE of the season, all drivers are welcome to hone their skills at the classic short road course in the afternoon; Car Control Clinic a limited morning option on Proving Grounds. Click to Register for LIME ROCK
Fri-Sun, May 9-11: Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course (hosted by NNJR and MOR PCA), Instructed
Run this long, technical, bucket list track, recently repaved and better than ever. Click to Register for MID OHIO
Wed-Thur, May 28-29: Watkins Glen International, (Co-Hosted with Niagara PCA), Instructed
Metro NY PCA and Niagara PCA are co-hosting their first Watkins Glen HPDE of 2025, a fully instructed event that will shift the season into high gear. Enjoy the best of both worlds at the best track around. Click to Register for WGI
Wed-Thur, June 4-5: Watkins Glen International, “Twilight Hours” All Solo
The Bash Before the Clash, a great Metro tradition leading to the WGI PCA Club Races.*Only two run groups, very limited numbers, open to ALL qualified solo drivers on track 5:30-8:30 PM Click to Register for WGI ALL SOLO
Mon, June 23: NJMP Thunderbolt, Instructed
Our popular one-day instructed DE at this fast track, travel down on Sunday and be home on Monday. Click to Register for THUNDERBOLT
Fri-Sun, July 19-21: Watkins Glen International, Instructed
Our annual three-day extravaganza at arguably the world’s finest race track; bring friends and family! Click to Register for WGI 3-DAY
Sat-Sun, August 9-10: Palmer Motorsports Park (Whiskey Hill), Instructed
A weekend of sheer driving pleasure in the beautiful Massachusetts Berkshires on a uniquely challenging track hewn from a mountaintop. Click to Register for PALMER
Sat, August 23: Lime Rock Park, Full Day Unshared, Instructed
A full Saturday on the track; stay one night or none and enjoy a very full HPDE. Click to Register for LIME ROCK
Mon-Tue, September 8-9: Watkins Glen International, Instructed
Extend the summer season at The Glen with MNY’s final 2025 visit to the great track; extend it further by staying on for Niagara PCA’s event immediately following! Click to Register for WGI
Fri-Sat, September 26-27: NJMP Lightning, Instructed
NJMP’s high-flow test of driving smoothness; book accommodations early as this is a busy weekend in Millville. Click to Register for LIGHTNING
Tue, October 7: Lime Rock Park Unmuffled, All Solo
2025 all-solo unmuffled afternoon at LRP in beautiful New England Fall colors; no need to stay over. Click to Register for LIME ROCK UNMUFFLED SOLO
Fri-Sun, October 24-26: VIR (Virginia International Raceway – hosted by NNJR PCA) Instructed
MNY PCA joins NNJR to end the season at one of the great “big tracks”; whether it’s your first trip there or something more frequent, don’t put off this opportunity to drive VIR. Click to Register for VIR
