Program Details
Founded in 2024 by Kyle Tilley and Mark Bailey, the Era Motorsport Training Academy was made to raise the next generation of motorsport professionals, giving students real-world experience and hands-on training necessary to succeed in their motorsport careers.
The two-year training program is based in Avebury, UK, and takes students through a wide variety of motorsport areas including engine building, data acquisition, fabrication, and much more.
Under the instruction of the Head of Academy Mark Bailey, students will work hands-on with real race cars at real events, becoming well-versed in building, maintaining, restoring, and developing vehicles for the track, preparing them for all facets of the motorsport world, and setting them on a firm foundation for their careers.
Two-year Program Map
Year 1
September - December: Basic Training
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Workshop Basics: Build foundational skills in tool usage, safety procedures, and basic maintenance.
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General Engineering: Gain a broad understanding of engineering principles in motorsports.
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Evaluation: The term concludes with a comprehensive evaluation to assess students' progress and understanding.
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Workshop/Race Track Safety: Receive comprehensive training on safety best practices.
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January - March: Developing Motorsport Skills
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Race Car Preparation: Comprehensive training on preparing a race car for optimal performance.
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Welding: Learn various welding techniques for constructing and repairing race car parts.
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Fabrication: Master the art of creating custom parts and modifications.
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April - June: Trackside Experience Begins
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Trackside Experience: Students visit the race track for the first time to apply their skills in a real-world setting.
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Data Acquisition: Study methods of collecting and analyzing race car data.
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Materials: Explore materials used in race car manufacturing.
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July - August: Advanced Technical Skills
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Race Car Set Ups: Learn to adjust suspension, aerodynamics, and tire selection for peak performance.
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Hydraulics: Explore hydraulic systems, circuits, and maintenance.
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Electrical Systems: Delve into wiring, battery management, and electronic control units.
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Machining: Use machining tools to create precision parts.
Year 2
September - December: Specialized Training
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Historic Race Car Restoration: Learn techniques and face challenges of restoring historic race cars.
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Sim Training: Utilize simulation technology to improve driving skills and strategies.
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Engine Building: Learn to assemble and tune high-performance engines.
January - March: Internship
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Internship: Gain practical experience and industry insights through a structured internship program.
April - July: Advanced Engineering and Design
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Transmission Building: Understand the construction and maintenance of race car transmissions.
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Chassis Design: Learn principles of chassis design and vehicle dynamics.
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Composites: Study the use of composite materials in race car construction.
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Suspension Techniques: Master setup and tuning of suspension systems.
August: Career Development
Career Development: Focus on career planning and development, including resume building, interview preparation, and networking strategies to help students transition from the academy to the professional world of motorsport.
Questions?
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