Course
Written ARDS Test
Written ARDS assessment only. for candidates who are required to complete or re-sit the written element of the ARDS process.
Overview
This assessment is intended for candidates who are required to complete or re-sit the written element of the ARDS process.
Candidates will complete the ARDS written paper, covering flags, regulations, safety procedures and race conduct.
More detail
Completion of the written element alone does not constitute a full ARDS pass and does not result in licence endorsement without successful completion of the practical driving assessment.
Requirements & preparation
New to ARDS?
Licence pathways & requirements
What to expect in the ARDS test
- Motorsport UK Go Racing Starter Pack required (purchased separately where applicable).
- Candidates are strongly encouraged to review the Go Racing Starter Pack before attending.
- If you have dyslexia, dyspraxia, difficulty with reading or writing, or another learning difficulty, support can be provided during the course.
Overview
Complete the written element of the ARDS process.
What you’ll leave with: Candidate completes the written element of the ARDS process.
What you’ll learn
- Full understanding of flag signals
- Behaviour under yellow, red and safety car conditions
- Pit-lane, grid and start procedures
- Driver safety responsibilities
- Race etiquette and predictable conduct
On the day
- Classroom instruction covering the theory and procedural knowledge required as part of the ARDS process
- Guidance on flag signals, safety, race meeting conduct and general procedure
- Practice questions and instructor support before the formal paper
- Formal ARDS written paper
- No time limit, with support available where candidates need clarification of questions or wording
Track time is rigid, so please arrive in good time to complete signing-on, paperwork and briefing before your session starts.