Corso Pilota: The Official Ferrari Driving School
Corso Pilota gives Ferrari owners the exclusive opportunity to drive Ferraris in the environment they were built for. Teaching techniques to improve your speed and safety both on and off track, Corso Pilota is the ultimate location to push your limits.
With 4 progressive courses you’ll learn to master everything from car control to racing technique. Our Sport course introduces you to the F8 Tributo, 812 Superfast, and the 488 Challenge Evo Cars, providing an exciting variety that makes Corso Pilota such a unique experience. After completing the Advanced Course, you’ll be ready to step up to the 488 Challenge in the Evolution and Challenge courses, learning race skills from the top drivers in the world.
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Sport - In The Driver’s Seat: The First Step Toward Competitive Driving
The Corso Pilota Sport Course is an empowering, progressive program designed to give participants a comprehensive understanding of sport driving techniques. This two-day program employs an exclusive, personalized teaching method, using Ferrari cars on the track and in specific vehicle control exercises. Engaging instruction in a variety of driving fundamentals, including the most efficient driving position in the cockpit, progressive management of the car’s controls, selecting precise driving lines on curves, and techniques for acceleration and braking.
Advanced - Moving Up: High-Speed Driving & Vehicle Control
For customers who have already completed the Sport Course and acquired the basic driving techniques, Corso Pilota offers this second, more advanced program. Students gain deeper experience with intensive, track-focused Ferrari driving at high speed as they learn about advanced vehicle control, with a focus on safety. The Advanced Course also involves several theory sessions that can be individually tailored to suit the technical aptitude and driving style of each participant, thanks to the continued use of the in-car data acquisition system (telemetry).
Evolution - Approach The Starting Line: Race Conditioning & Refinement
In this pivotal step of the Corso Pilota series, participants further extend their abilities and develop confidence on highly technical, demanding tracks that enhance the performance of both driver and car. In-depth telemetric analysis enhances the experience and instruction as drivers take command of the same cars and tires as those used in Ferrari Challenge competition. A highly personalized teaching approach is designed to improve the technique and performance of each participant while experiencing the unique thrill of driving a 488 Challenge Evo race car.
Challenge - Mastery Of The Track: The Spirit Of Ferrari Racing
The ultimate expression of race training dedicated to Ferrari customers, the Corso Pilota program culminates in the Challenge Course, where clients emerge ready to enter the world of Ferrari racing. Held at Circuit of The Americas in Texas and Daytona International Speedway in Florida, is based on track driving sessions behind the wheel of the 488 Challenge Evo race car. Chronometric and telemetric evaluation develops basic racing techniques. The Challenge Course offers an engaging and professional experience that prepares clients to become genuine Ferrari race drivers.