BMW M Track Driving Experience

Get Your Track Driving Adrenaline Fix

This is the real deal. At one of the three Thermal Club racing circuits, you’ll get behind the wheels of the potent BMW M3 and M4 for six exhilarating laps. Follow an instructor’s car for a warm-up lap as they quickly bring you up to speed. Can you keep up with them while maintaining contr

Push M Like Never Before

Instructor talking with a group of guests outside the Performance Center

Pro Driving Instruction

Our professional driving instructors have years of racing experience and are with you every step of the way, offering feedback and encouragement via radio. They’ll always perform the initial exercises with you, demonstrating everything from proper seating positions to the best way through a corner.

Reach Your Own Limits

We practice challenge by choice, so you’re always at a level of performance that you feel comfortable with. Our instructors provide instant feedback and positive reinforcement while encouraging each driver to have a little fun. Okay, maybe more than a little.

BMW M3 in Motorsport livery cornering on the desert circuit

A LITTLE PHYSICS, A LOT OF FUN

Your day begins in the classroom, where our instructors will go over the basics of your experience. Everything from the proper seating position to how far ahead you need to look will be covered.

SKILLS AS ONLY WE CAN TEACH THEM

Our closed course is the perfect place to understand what happens when you lose you control of a car and how far down the road you need to look. These are skills that you’ll be able to call upon for the rest of your driving life.

Red BMW M3 running a coned course on the desert circuit

YOUR RACE PACE

Our lessons are all about pace – picking up the pace as you feel comfortable and going at your own pace for each driving exercise. It’s not about how fast you go here but how well you can keep it all under control.

CONE THRONE

Our fun obstacle courses include cones and slick surfaces, giving students a first-hand look at what happens when a car suddenly stops doing what they think it will do.

A Shot of 503-Horsepower Adrenaline

Warm-Up

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Get a feel for BMW M out on track as you learn the layout, build up speed and gain confidence with each turn of the wheel.

Six Laps of Thrills

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Maintain six laps of pace behind an instructor’s car as they slowly build speed and challenge your skillset. M xDrive will ensure your grip on the track’s surface is maintained.

Hot Lap

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Just how good are our pro instructors? They’ll be happy to show you. Hop into an M car with one and go for a full lap of our BMW track. It’s breathtaking, inspiring and unlike anything you’ve experienced.

BMW M Track Driving Experience

$350

Agenda

One hour.
Two people per car.
Includes six laps in the BMW M3 or M4 on a Thermal Club Circuit.

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GIVE THEM THE GIFT OF EXCITEMENT

Give someone a driving gift they’ll never forget. Good toward any class, each BMW gift card is delivered electronically, so it’s also perfect for last-minute gift giving.

SWEET SPEED DREAMS

Sun. Fun. California has it all, and our track is located in an exclusive, world-class facility that will make you feel like a star the moment you arrive.

Aerial view of the winding desert circuit and the BMW Performance Center West building at The Thermal Club

THE THERMAL CLUB

Set against the backdrop of a beautiful mountain range, The Thermal Club is an exclusive racetrack location that offers three unique layouts, plus our own challenge course to encourage maximum thrills.

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HOTELS, DINING AND MORE

Downtown Palm Springs is just 35 miles from the Thermal Club, and it’s filled with luxurious hotel and dining options. You can also get a discount for your stay if you book with a lodging partner.

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Bmw M Track Driving Experience at a Glance

Is the M Track Driving Experience available in South Carolina as well?

No. We currently offer it at our Thermal, California, location only.

Am I able to use a gift card for this BMW event?

Yes. We accept gift cards for booking the BMW M Track Driving Experience.

How old do you need to be to participate?

You must be at least 18 with a valid driver’s license on the day you arrive.

Can I film myself while driving?

We allow the use of GoPros to be set up if time permits.

Can I book this experience as part of a Group Event?

Please visit our Group Events page for more information.

What is your cancellation policy?

Cancellations for a full refund must be made within 60 days of your payment date. Cancellations made after the 60 days of payment will receive a credit to use toward another date or event. There will be no rescheduling if the cancellation is made within 14 days of your school or event.

Can I book a BMW Driving Experience the same day?

Yes. You can book up until the program start time online via book now or call 888-345-4269 for more information before heading to the track to see what’s available.