Sat, Jul 18 - Sun, Jul 19, 2026

SCDA- Motorsport Safety Foundation- LEVEL 2

Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park

About this event


 

MSF Level 2 HPDE Instructor Certification

The Sports Car Driving Association (SCDA) is pleased to offer Motorsport Safety Foundation (MSF) Level 2 Instructor Certification.

Before registering for this program, you must successfully complete the MSF Level 1 online certification.

Complete MSF Level 1 here: https://www.motorsportreg.com/events/hpde-driver-coach-instructor-certification-motorsport-safety-foundation-831058

Registration Fee

$499 per participant (credited back to your SCDA account if you instruct for SCDA five times within 12 months of completion)

Your registration fee includes:

  • Full-day Level 2 classroom instruction
  • Lunch during the classroom session
  • On-track instructor assessment with an MSF mentor
  • All training materials and evaluations
  • MSF Level 2 certification upon successful completion

Event Schedule

Day 1 – Classroom Training

Saturday, July 18
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

  • Classroom instruction
  • Lunch included

Day 2 – On-Track Instructor Assessment

Sunday, July 19
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

  • In-car instructor evaluations with MSF mentors

Because SCDA offers a limited number of two-day events, Level 2 training is divided into two components:

  • Day 1: Classroom instruction
  • Day 2: On-track instructor assessments

This event at Thompson is limited to 10 instructor candidates to ensure individualized instruction and mentoring.

If you complete the classroom session but are unable to participate in the on-track assessment, you will not be required to repeat the classroom portion. You may simply register for a future SCDA event that offers the Level 2 on-track assessment.

Candidate Selection

The MSF Level 2 program requires significant instructor, mentor, and organizational resources. While all qualified candidates are welcome to apply, priority may be given to instructors who regularly support SCDA events.

About the Motorsport Safety Foundation

The Motorsport Safety Foundation (MSF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving safety standards throughout motorsport. Founded in honor of professional race driver Sean Edwards, the Foundation promotes education, collaboration, and research to reduce the risk of serious injury or death for drivers, instructors, crew members, officials, marshals, and spectators.

As an MSF Certified Organization, SCDA delivers instructor training that meets the Foundation’s established standards for HPDE instruction.

Learn more at www.motorsport-safety.org.

What is MSF Level 2?

MSF Level 2 is the practical, hands-on instructor certification for HPDE coaches and instructors.

After successfully completing the MSF Level 1 online course, instructor candidates are eligible to participate in this comprehensive training program, which includes:

  • Classroom instruction on coaching techniques, communication, and safety
  • On-track instructor evaluations with experienced mentors
  • Real-world assessment of instructional skills and student management

Successful completion of Level 2 qualifies an instructor to begin providing in-car instruction with HPDE students, subject to SCDA approval.

MSF Level 2 certification is valid for three (3) years.

Event requirements

Event Requirements

To participate, you must:

  • Successfully complete the MSF Level 1 Online Certification before the event.
  • Bring a track-ready vehicle for Day 2.
  • Your vehicle must have:
    • A passenger seat
    • Proper passenger restraints
    • Be in safe operating condition for HPDE use

Your vehicle will be used during the instructor assessment. Your mentor will drive your car at approximately 60–70% pace while evaluating your coaching and instructional skills.

Experience Requirements

Applicants should meet one of the following qualifications:

  • 50 or more HPDE track events, or
  • Current HPDE instructor with a recognized organization.

We look forward to helping you take the next step in your instructor development. Whether you’re preparing to become an HPDE instructor or looking to sharpen your coaching skills, the MSF Level 2 program provides a nationally recognized framework for developing safe, effective, and professional instructors.

Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park

Thompson, CT
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Organizer

HPDE organized by

Sports Car Driving Association-SCDA

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SCDA- Motorsport Safety Foundation- LEVEL 2

Sat, Jul 18 - Sun, Jul 19, 2026