The Caterham Academy – the perfect place to start in the world of circuit racing for novice drivers, and is one of the most popular categories in UK national motorsport, boasting sold out grids every year since its inception back in 1995.

Continuing to build on its long-standing history and success of being considered one of Europe’s most successful novice driver championships – its all-inclusive ‘introduction to motorsport’ package includes a Ford Sigma powered, fully road-legal race car, race licence, technical support and the racing itself – but perhaps most importantly, the guidance from the Caterham team at every step of the journey.

The series is for rookie drivers with graduates moving on up to the Roadsport category. The Academy car itself produces 125bhp and uses an open differential, five-speed gearbox and low-grip tyres; all of which will help those behind the wheel fine-tune their skills and car control.

The championship features six rounds in England and Wales and an overseas event in Barbados. The action on track consists of seven short-sharp 20 minute sprint races – with 30 points up for grabs for the race winner with points descending to one point for every finisher.

Family, friends and motorsport fans will be able to watch all the action from the BARC organised race weekends LIVE on our YouTube channel – www.youtube.com/@britishautomobileracingclub with the Caterham Academy Championship series kicking off its calendar on the 19th April at Brands Hatch.

2025 Caterham Academy Championship Calendar
Event 1 – 19th/20th April – Brands Hatch
Event 2 – 3rd/4th May – Thruxton
Event 3 – 31st May/1st June – Anglesey
Event 4 – 28th/29th June – Croft
Event 5 – 23rd August – Snetterton
Event 6 – 4th/5th October – Silverstone (International)
Event 7 – 5th/6th December – Bushy Park Barbados 

For more information on the Caterham Academy Championship – head to www.caterhamcars.com/en/motorsport/championships/academy-championship