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Gary Franks
Biography
Developing an interest in cars and racing at an early age it was not until I reached 18 that I started karting. Initially at Buckmore park, back when it was just 600 metres. 35 years later I still like to jump in a kart when I can.
In 2002 I took up club level superbike racing at various circuits around Europe, such as Rijeka, Hockenheim and Magione. Self employment forced me to behave for a while, but the itch to race wouldn't go away. I started out gaining some instructor qualifications in 2018 and on my car racing career in 2019. I have now turned my love for racing into my full time job!
Coaching Data
Who do I coach? Beginners, Intermediates
CPD (Continuing Professional Development)
First Aid
Road Driving Instructor
Disciplines
Circuit
Role
Driver
Year Qualified:
2023
Years of Experience:
5
Coaching Locations
Countries England
Regions South East, South West
My Successes
Various trophies in karts, superbikes and car racing.
Contact
- Website: www.driven-ohm.co.uk
- Social Networks:
- facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Driven.Ohm.Racing
Roberto Giordanelli
Biography
I entered further education and became a qualified mechanical engineer in 1970. Amazingly, in 1966, my racing had already begun at Wimbledon Stadium in a self-prepared Ford Anglia at the production car finals, which I very nearly won. From there I went to a course at Brands Hatch Motor Racing Stables in a Formula Ford. In 1974 I raced a Special Saloon Ford/Lotus Anglia with a podium place at my first race. From there, I went on to set up my own specialist car workshop (Rossi Engineering). I eventually closed the company in 2000 to pursue other interests. In the early 1990s I began my career in motoring journalism with several magazines, becoming the Chief Test Driver for Auto Italia magazine. In 2023 I launched my book, "Confessions of a Test Driver". In 2000 I became a qualified ARDS race instructor. In 2015 I gained a new coaching qualification launched by Motorsport UK. All the above gave me massive motorsport experience. Today I offers my unrivalled experience to private clients as a race coach and set-up consultant specialising in historic race cars. I am London-based and offers clients expertise at race circuit.
Coaching Data
Who do I coach? Beginners, Intermediates, Advanced
CPD (Continuing Professional Development)
Mechanical Enginering
Guild of Motoring Writers
Law Society Registered
Expert witness for motorsport and classic cars
Disciplines
Circuit, Hill Climb, Sprint
Role
Driver
Year Qualified:
2015
Years of Experience:
57
Coaching Locations
Countries England
Regions London
My Successes
I have raced since 1966 in 50 different cars in hundreds of races. I have self-built and raced many winning cars. I raced in British GT in 1998. From 2005-2013, I was invited by Maserati and Lamborghini works teams to race in their GT series. I tested siz F1 cars and several Le Mans type prototypes as well as race cars at all levels. I have raced Goodwood ten times. In 2022, I had podium places in virtually every race in a Jaguar E-Type, which I will also race in 2023.
Contact
- Website: www.roberto-giordanelli.com
- Social Networks:
- facebook - https://www.facebook.com/roberto.giordanelli.98
Derrick Hardy
Biography
My love of motorsport started in Rallying. I was a Committee member of Sunderland & District Motor Club.
Started road Rallying then progressed to Stage Rallying, and became the 1983 Rothmans British Open Rally Champion (GPN).
I was a Committee member of Warden Law Kart Club where my son started Kartking in a cadet Kart, then Rotax, KF3 and KF2. I was his mentor, Coach and mechanic through his journey. He did the Advanced Apprenticeship in Sporting excellence with Motorsport UK. He now runs Xcel Motorsport in the UAE & Europe with Karts, F4 and F3.
I have ran a successful Kart team (HTR Racing) for nearly 20 years and have coached numerous Champions at Club and National level, some moving to cars in various racing categories and some have become professional drivers.
Coaching Data
Who do I coach? Any, Beginners, Intermediates, Advanced
Disciplines
Circuit, Karting, Rallying
Role
Driver
Specialisms
Juniors and females
Year Qualified:
1978
Years of Experience:
46
Coaching Locations
Countries England, Scotland
Regions East of England, East Midlands, North West, North East, Yorkshire
My Successes
Numerous Club and National Champions
Contact
- Phone: +447836248459
Josh Hislop
Biography
I am a 22 year old British racing driver and driver coach with experience across multiple motorsport disciplines. A strong work ethic and attention to detail has seen me achieve success in rallying, sprints and circuit racing. I apply these same principles to coaching, bringing value and success to my clients.
My passion for endurance racing, combined with an enjoyment of other sports, has led to a keen interest in fitness, nutrition and sports psychology, giving me a well-rounded understanding of human performance in the context of overall driver development.
Coaching Data
Who do I coach? Beginners, Advanced, Intermediates
CPD (Continuing Professional Development)
Motorsport UK Team UK Futures, ARDS, DPN Nordschleife Permit, UKAD.
Disciplines
Circuit
Role
Driver
Year Qualified:
2024
Years of Experience:
4
Coaching Locations
Countries
Regions
My Successes
Poles, podiums and wins across multiple championships in a variety of GT and Saloon cars.
Contact
- Social Networks:
- instagram - https://www.instagram.com/joshhislopmotorsport?igsh=MWdpdXJ1Z3owcnY2bA==
- linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-hislop-095134219?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app
William Hunt
Biography
I have been on the Motorsport scene for several years in a variety of disciplines; Single seaters, Prototypes, GT's, Karting and Simulators. Taking home championships, race wins and podiums.
When it comes to coaching, I always push my drivers to extract their full potential; From amateurs during their first time in the car, through to Semi-Pro & Professional drivers looking to find those extra tenths, and everything in between, we will achieve your goals and get you to where you want to be!
In my spare time when I am not competing, I work at the UK's circuits and with Automotive brands, Instructing clients and customers and getting them up to speed to maximise both their potential and that of the car, all whilst having a fantastic time.
When I'm (dragged) away from the circuit altogether, you'll probably find me playing Golf /Tennis with my friends or out in the West Sussex Countryside.
Whether you are new to circuit racing or pushing for those marginal gains; get in touch...I would love to help get you moving in the fast lane!
Coaching Data
Who do I coach? Beginners, Intermediates, Advanced
CPD (Continuing Professional Development)
UKAD Training
ARDS
Motorsport UK Academy
Disciplines
Autotest, Circuit, Hill Climb, Karting, Others
Role
Driver
Year Qualified:
2023
Years of Experience:
7
Coaching Locations
Countries England
Regions South East
My Successes
2018 Radical SR1, Rookie Cup Champion
2021 Radical SR1 Cup, Vice Champion (Most Races won, Most laps lead)
Motorsport UK Academy Selection
Contact
- Website: www.WillHuntRacing.com
- Social Networks:
- facebook - https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=WillHuntRacing
- instagram - https://www.instagram.com/will_hunt_racing/
- linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/willhuntracing/
Eric Kunz
Biography
Eric brings a wealth of experience and proven success to his coaching. With multiple race wins and a deep understanding of racecraft, Eric offers personalized coaching to help drivers improve their on-track performance and mental preparation. His goal is to develop confident, skilled drivers through to racers ready to compete at the highest levels.
Coaching Data
Who do I coach? Any, Beginners, Intermediates, Advanced
CPD (Continuing Professional Development)
- FIA International C Competition License
Disciplines
Circuit, Sprint
Role
Driver
Year Qualified:
2023
Years of Experience:
2
Coaching Locations
Countries
Regions
My Successes
- First Canadian Motorsport UK Certified Coach
- 2024 TCA Canadian Champion in the Sports Car Championship Canada presented by Michelin (SCCC)
- 2023 TCA Canadian Vice-Champion in SCCC
- 2023 SCCC Spirit of Motorsport recipient
Contact
- Phone: +1(519)9432522
- Website: www.erickunz.ca
- Social Networks:
- instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erickunz.racing/
- linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erickunzracing/
Jack Layton
Biography
I have been instructing full time since 2011. I am the 2016 MSA British Superkart Champion, 250 English Champion and UK Cup Winner. Currently holding records at Snetterton, Castle Combe and Bishopscourt. I have coached a variety of drivers and experience levels including junior drivers and the 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2019 BRSCC Fiesta Junior Champions. My experience is within a variety of manufactures from Mini Challenge to all classes of Caterham. Working nationally in a variety of roles including private tuition on track and test days, TV and film work, corporate experiences, product launches, high speed rides and holding the position of Lead Chief Instructor at Goodwood Motor Circuit
Coaching Data
Who do I coach? Beginners, Intermediates, Advanced
Disciplines
Circuit, Karting
Role
Driver
Specialisms
Junior drivers, historic racers and novice drivers.
Experience using circuit tools for vbox data analysis
Year Qualified:
2023
Years of Experience:
12
Coaching Locations
Countries England
Regions London, South East, South West
My Successes
2016 MSA British Superkart Champion, 250 English Champion and UK Cup Winner. Currently holding records at Snetterton, Castle Combe and Bishopscourt.
Multiple race wins and top finishes when partnering with gentlemen drivers in a variety of classic and modern endurance races.
Contact
- Social Networks:
- facebook - https://www.facebook.com/JackLaytonRacing
- instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jacklaytonracing/
- youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@jacklayton2436
Calum Lockie
Biography
I started racing in 1987 and competed in 5 single seater championships before racing tin tops/GTs/Caterhams. Now having great success in historics, also Caterhams. I am involved in historic F1 7 Grp C historic demos at Goodwood Members' meeting, Festival of Speed & British Grand Prix. I started coaching in 1988 and hold an ARDS Grade A & MSUK Level 2 qualification to support this.
Coaching Data
Who do I coach? Beginners, Intermediates, Advanced
Disciplines
Circuit
Role
Driver
Specialisms
Pyschology of sport
Year Qualified:
2013
Years of Experience:
45
Coaching Locations
Countries England
Regions East Midlands
My Successes
British GT Championship overall
FIA Historic Sportscar champion overall
15 other championship/series wins, 17 x 24 hour races including Le Mans, Daytona & Nurburgring
Contact
- Website: Calumlockie.com
Stephen Mansell
Biography
I started racing in 2005 with Caterham Motorsport in their Academy, Roadsport B and Roadsport A. Then Magnificent Sevens with CSCC, moving to HSCC in Historic FF. I have been a busy and successful ARDS instructor since 2009 working with MSV, Goodwood Motor Circuit and private clients throughout the UK to date.
Coaching Data
Who do I coach? Beginners, Intermediates
CPD (Continuing Professional Development)
First Aid
Disciplines
Circuit
Role
Driver
Specialisms
Caterham Coaching
Year Qualified:
2015
Years of Experience:
20
Coaching Locations
Countries England
Regions South East
My Successes
Successful Caterham racer with experience of many other makes mainly sports and saloons but recent historic FF racing.
Contact
Gary Marsh
Biography
ARDS A Grade Instructor (formerly S Grade until joining Silverstone).
Motorsport UK - Competition Licence - Race International B
SDSA Member (Specialist Driving Skills Agency)
SDSA Certificated, to include Advanced Handling Skills Coach + Low Friction Handling Dynamics
Insured for £10 million Public Liability
Full Millbrook/UTAC Driving Permit
Full Driving Licence for Car & Motorbike
Coaching Data
Who do I coach? Any, Beginners, Intermediates, Advanced
Disciplines
Circuit, Drifting, Sprint
Role
Driver
Year Qualified:
2013
Years of Experience:
45
Coaching Locations
Countries England
Regions London
My Successes
1999 Ferrari F355B, Goodyear Maranello Series (Originale’ Class) Class Wins & podiums
2002 FF1600 Castle Combe, National Mobile Windscreens Championship, 2nd overall (Pre 90)
2003 FF1600 Castle Combe, National Mobile Windscreens Championship, Champion 1st (Pre 90)
2003 F3 ARP Pole Position + Won first ever F3 Race at Round 11 of the Season
2004 F3 ARP Several Wins & Podiums. I was leading the Championship with 2 Races to go when a motorbike accident ruled me out of the Championship.
2009 Radical SR3 shared drive with Customer
2010 Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge (Porsche Carrera Cup Car) selected Races 3 x 2nd places
2014 GT Cup (Bute Motorsport) shared drive with Customer. (Porsche Carrera Cup Car) 3rd overall in Seasons Championship (Class B)
2018 GT Cup (Bute Motorsport) shared drive with Customer. (Porsche Carrera Cup Car) Silverstone GP 3rd in Class
Contact
- Phone: 07768997050
- Website: www.aneed4speed.co.uk
- Social Networks:
- facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aneed4speed.co.uk
- instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gary.marsh.31149