Yes. Membership is required to gain access to the facility and drive during Open Practice Days. Join HERE.

No, you must own your own equipment

  Helmet, driving suit, neck brace, driving shoes, rib protection, gloves. NKA Rulebook see rule 10.4.6 Personal Safety Equipment.

There are many local, regional and national providers of equipment and karts.

Yes. Gulf Coast Karters, Inc. (GCKI) is a 501(c)(3) educational organization dedicated to teaching the technical skills, safety protocols, and competitive strategies of kart racing. Our member-supported facility provides comprehensive motorsport education for participants of all ages and experience levels. Member orientation is part of the new member process and scheduled upon receipt of membership.  These orientation sessions provide basic information about the safe use of the facility, review of club rules and best practices.  Karting 101 Classes are offered the first Monday of every month from 4PM to 5PM.  Signup for these classes are available through the website and open to both members and the general public.  Additional classes on more advanced topics are posted on the website and available for members throughout the year.  All classes are free of charge and provided by the club as a service to the community

Although the facility is open from Dawn to Dusk, the track is hot from 8:00am to 6:00pm