Ron Fellows Performance Driving School: The Ultimate Corvette Experience

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Why Every Corvette Owner Should Attend

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​For members of Palm Springs Corvettes, there are few experiences that compare to attending the Ron Fellows Performance Driving School, officially known as the Corvette Owners School. Whether you're a first-time Corvette owner or a lifelong enthusiast, this world-class program will make you a safer, more confident, and more skilled driver while allowing you to experience the incredible performance engineered into every Corvette.

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Located at the spectacular Spring Mountain Motor Resort & Country Club in Pahrump, Nevada—just an hour west of Las Vegas—the school is Chevrolet's official high-performance driving experience for Corvette owners. Founded by Canadian racing legend Ron Fellows, whose career includes championships in Trans-Am, NASCAR, and international endurance racing, the program is designed to teach Corvette owners how to safely explore the full capabilities of their cars under the guidance of professional instructors.

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Whether you own a C8 Stingray, E-Ray, Z06, Grand Sport, Grand Sportx,  ZR1, ZR1X, or another Corvette model, you'll leave with a greater appreciation for your car and the skills to drive it with confidence.

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Discover What Your Corvette Can Really Do

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One of the greatest benefits of the Corvette Owners School is that you don't drive your own Corvette. Instead, participants drive school-provided Corvettes that closely match the model they own, allowing them to experience the car's full performance without adding miles or wear to their personal vehicle.

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Even better, eligible new Corvette owners can attend the subsidized two-day Corvette Owners School for just $1,000—a remarkable value compared to the standard tuition of $3,695.

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Throughout the program, instructors gradually build each driver's skills through a series of carefully designed exercises that teach:

• Dynamic vehicle control

• Threshold braking

• Vision and scanning techniques

• Proper cornering lines

• Vehicle balance and weight transfer

• Passing etiquette

• High-performance driving fundamentals

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By the end of the course, most drivers discover their Corvette is capable of far more than they ever imagined—and they learn how to use those capabilities safely and confidently.

 

Learn from the Best

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Instruction is provided by professional racing drivers and highly experienced performance coaches who tailor their teaching to each student's skill level.

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The curriculum combines classroom instruction with extensive behind-the-wheel training, including:

• Autocross competition

• High-speed braking exercises

• Accident-avoidance maneuvers

• Lead-follow track sessions

• Full-course lapping

• Vehicle dynamics instruction

• Performance Data Recorder (PDR) video analysis

• Instructor demonstration laps

• Serpentine handling exercises

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Students typically drive approximately 130 track miles during the Corvette Owners School, while advanced Level 2 participants often log nearly 200 miles of track time.

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The Spring Mountain facility itself is equally impressive, featuring multiple race circuits totaling nearly ten miles of available track, luxury accommodations, lakeside casitas, fine dining, and a beautiful clubhouse. Breakfast and lunch are included each day, making the entire experience feel more like a premium motorsports vacation than a traditional driving school.

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A Program for Every Driver

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Whether you're new to high-performance driving or looking to sharpen your skills, the Ron Fellows Performance Driving School offers programs for every experience level.

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Training opportunities include:

• Corvette Owners School

• Level 2 Performance Driving

• Open-lapping sessions

• Performance braking and shifting

• Competitive autocross

• Accident-avoidance training

• Instructor-led track sessions

• Performance Data Recorder coaching

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As Ron Fellows often reminds students, the goal isn't simply to drive faster—it's to become a smoother, safer, and more capable driver both on and off the racetrack.

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Skills That Last Long After the Checkered Flag

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Perhaps the greatest value of the school is that the lessons learned on the racetrack translate directly to safer and more confident driving on public roads.

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Many graduates return for advanced levels, track events, and reunions with fellow Corvette enthusiasts they met during the program.

If you own a Corvette—or dream of owning one someday—the Ron Fellows Performance Driving School is more than a driving class. It is an investment in your skills, your safety, and your enjoyment of one of America's greatest sports cars.

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Classes, particularly for popular models such as the E-Ray and Grand Sport x often fill quickly. Owners can reserve their spot by registering their VIN through the school's website or by calling (800) 391-6891.

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Pro Tip

If you truly want to become a better Corvette driver, attend the school. You will return with more confidence, more knowledge, and an even greater appreciation for what your Corvette can do.

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Palm Springs Corvettes would also like to thank Rick Malone, Driving Schools Director, for providing the printable materials and information that helped make this article possible.