95%

Success rate

36

participants per course

25

instructors per course

250+

graduates per year

1499

excl. VAT and extras

Dutch Race Driver Academy

At Dutch Race Driver Academy, you can make your racing dream come true. Dutch Race Driver Academy, or DRDA in short, is the leading racing school of the Netherlands. It doesn't matter if you are making the step up from karting or if you don't have any experience yet, with the help of our experienced and KNAF licensed race instructors we will teach you to you everything you need to know or be able to do to start racing and become the fastest version of yourself. 

Whether you dream of a career in Formula One, sportscar-, touring car or endurance racing or if you prefer to just drive track days, at our racing school you can make the first step towards your dream. 

The 24-Hour Race Course
In just 24 hours, you will receive intensive racing instructions that will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to obtain your official racing license. 95% of participants pass the KNAF exam and go home with the coveted license. What are you waiting for?

The race course is held at Circuit Zandvoort. During this intensive training, participants are thoroughly prepared for both the theory and practical exams, with personal guidance from KNAF-certified instructors. What makes this course unique is that each participant shares a private trainer with just one other participant, providing you with almost private lessons and optimal support.
Under the guidance of experienced driver Danny van Dongen and his team of 20 specialized instructors, a maximum of 30 participants are trained per course, with no waiting times. Thanks to this personalized approach, more than 250 participants annually enjoy an intensive and unforgettable racing experience.

Getting Your Racing License
The success of DRDA is due to the intensive, personalized guidance. Racing is learned by doing, which is why the course focuses on practical exercises on the track. In addition to practical training, you will also receive online theory lessons, take both practical and theory exams, and undergo a medical examination. This is how you will obtain your KNAF racing license within 24 hours!

€ 1575,- 

Participation in the race course costs €1575,- euro excl. VAT. That includes all meals . Don't you have a suitable car? Then you can rent it from us.

Own Car
Would you like to use your own car during our course? That's possible, as long as it meets our safety requirements. A suitable course car is a race car equipped with:

  • A proper roll cage
  • A driver's seat and a passenger seat for the instructor

Safety is our top priority, both for you and the instructor.
If you are unsure whether your car is suitable, feel free to give us a call, we’re happy to help.
Do you have a street car that you think might be suitable as a course car? Please contact us to discuss.

FAQ
Here you will find the answers to the most frequently asked questions. If your question is not listed, feel free to call or email us!

Racing Yourself
You've obtained your racing license. Congratulations! But what's next?

With a racing license in hand, you can participate in exclusive and educational track sessions about ten times a year with Dutch Race Driver Business Club. In a private, safe environment, you'll work on improving your racing skills under the guidance of our certified instructors. Meanwhile, you’ll build a valuable network of like-minded racing enthusiasts. After all, networking works just fine in a racing suit!

Dutch Race Driver Organisation is a racing series that can be summed up as accessible, affordable, competitive, and fun. Come join us for an introduction! Everyone is welcome.


Global program components

Policy

Per course there are 20 drivers / instructors to guide you

Circuit training

Extensive briefing job knowledge by instructors

Theory

Inns & outs of the rules on and along the track

Practice

Putting the theory into practice on the track with the racing car

Lunch

Provided lunch with the fellow students and instructors

Vehicle control

Provided lunch with the fellow students and instructors

Advice & coaching

Advice and guidance for the follow-up process in car racing

Exams

Intensive quality test with a success rate of 95%