Golden Gate Lotus Club Track Days
How to Enter
GGLC Track Day Rules
Track Day Car Prep
 
GGLC/LCOSC 2025 Track Days

Feb 1, Sat - Streets of Willow
Feb 28, Fri - Laguna Seca
Apr 17 - Sonoma Raceway
May 5 - Thunderhill East
May 25, Sunday - Buttonwillow - The Circuit
Jun 27 - 5 MILES of Thunderhill
Sep 10 - Sonoma Raceway
Nov 2, Sunday - Buttonwillow
Nov 22, Saturday - BIG Willow - Willow Spring Raceway

The GGLC welcomes all manufacturers at GGLC Track Days, not just Lotus owners. Come out and join us! GGLC Track Days are designed to allow Lotus and sports car enthusiasts enjoy driving in controlled conditions without random traffic and law enforcement. GGLC Track Days are not races, but allow the driver to run at their pace and enjoy the capability of the car.

At a typical GGLC Track Day event drivers will have too much track time, liberal passing rules in the slower group, and unlimited (safe) passing in the faster group.

The basic rules at GGLC Track Days are:

  • Drive within your skill and comfort level.
  • Pass only in designated passing zones. Be courteous and responsible!
  • Drivers are responsible for insuring that their car is safe. Learn about preparing your car: CAR PREP
  • Helmets are required on track and must be Snell SA2010 or SA2015 (see below).
  • Driving suits are not required, but wear cotton clothing that fully covers your arms and legs.
  • Have FUN!

Each of our events has a limited number of spots available for first time track drivers. These spots typically sell-out very quickly. Beginner drivers will be required to take one of our designated coaches as a passenger until they are approved to drive solo. A friend or professional instructor may also serve as your coach, but this must be approved with us beforehand. Emailevents-at-gglotus.org

HELMETS & ON-TRACK APPAREL
Helmets: Drivers and passengers are required to wear a helmet that meets or exceeds a Snell rating of SA2015 or newer. Motorcycle and bicycle helmets do not meet Snell SA requirements for on-track use.

Apparel: Drivers and passengers should wear full length pants and shirts on track, preferrably made of cotton fabric. Closed toe shoes are required, no sandals or flip-flops.

TRACK DAMAGE & CLEAN-UP
The Golden Gate Lotus Club may ask the driver that has a mechanical failure or damages to track property (on or off track) that results in additional costs charged to the GGLC by the track, to either pay the track directly for the costs or reimburse the GGLC.

The GGLC recognizes that unfortunate things happen at the track that are outside of the driver's control. As a result, in the event that the track applies any additional charges to us for any clean-up, damage to track property, etc., we will now consider whether to pass on these additional costs to the responsible driver on a case-by-case basis.

The GGLC prices our events with the intent to break-even and any additional costs we incur come straight out of club funds which ultimately has a bearing on our ability to host these events.

"Thanks for the incredible day, you guys know how to do it right!" BM

"The GGLC track event was an absolute blast. Your events are the best I have attended. Tons of track time, great respectful people and a fair number of good drivers!" BM

"Thanks for putting together a great event today. Loads of fun and more track time than I knew what to do with!!!" BM

Typical GGLC Track Day schedule (will vary by event and track)

  • Gates open at 7:00 AM
  • Mandatory Driver's Meeting 8:15 AM
  • First Group Out at 9:00 AM
  • Morning sessions from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon
  • Lunch Break
  • Afternoon sessions from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM

    The GGLC Track Days are not a substitute for high speed driving instruction. For those new to track events and/or have limited experience driving at high speeds on track the GGLC usually has a limited number of spots. These spots are with a coach and will help those with limited or no track experience to become aclimated with on-track driving rules and technique. Contact the GGLC Track Day chairman to reserve one of these spots - email events@gglotus.org

    As an alternative GGLC suggests you consider gaining knowledge and track experience at any one of the many instructional track events or at a driving/racing school such as:

    Questions can be directed to events-at-gglotus.org


    GGLC/LCOSC Track Day - Saturday, November 22 - BIG Willow, Willow Springs International Raceway

    Come join the Golden Gate Lotus Club & Lotus Club of Southern California for this Lotus Track Day on BIG Willow on Sunday, November 24th.

    Registration is OPEN.

    You do not need to own a Lotus to attend this event.

    With only three run groups and a limited number of cars, this is guaranteed to be an awesome trackday with all the track time you could ever hope for.

    Pricing is TBA $195 for members and $215 for nonmembers, if you register before November 6.  Pricing changes to $215 for members and $235 for nonmembers on November 7.  You can become a LCOSC member for $25 when you sign up and take the member discount immediately. 

    We will be running Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced run groups. Advanced Group is for experienced drivers with 15+ track days/racing experience or equivalent who are comfortable with open passing conditions. Intermediate Group is for drivers with a minimum of 5 track days experience. Novice Group will be for drivers with at least 1 track day of prior experience.

    We have a limited number of openings for Beginner drivers (zero days experience) who will receive 1-on-1 coaching from an experienced driver. Beginner drivers will run in the Novice Group and we highly encourage beginners to make use of the Balcony for car control exercises. If you are a new or novice track day driver and desire such coaching, please email lotusclubofsocal@gmail.com

    All types of cars are welcome to attend. Convertibles must have roll-over protection which mounts at four points. No “Style Bars” will be accepted. Factory installed roll hoops are acceptable.

    We will not conduct a tech inspection on your car. You are solely responsible for the safety of your car.

    Helmets are required and must be Snell SA2015 or better.

    We will run the event run rain or shine. Cancellations before Nov 15 will receive a credit for any future GGLC run track day (LCOSC is a subsidiary of GGLC) which will be good for one year from the cancellation date. Cancellations after January 15 will receive a credit ONLY if the event sells out.

    We have a low registration limit to ensure the best possible trackday experience, so register now! We hope to see you on track!

    Open top cars must have a roll bar. Factory installed roll bars are okay. Open wheeled cars will be allowed in the Advanced Group.

    We will not conduct a tech inspection on your car. You are solely responsible for the safety of your car.

    We will close registration will the groups are full. We suggest that you enter early to insure a spot. This event will almost certainly sell-out.

    Questions can be directed to LCOSC-at-gglotus.org


    LCOSC/GGLC Track Day - Sunday, November 2, 2025 - Buttonwillow Raceway

    Registration is open for the Lotus Club of So California - Golden Gate Lotus Club Buttonwillow Track Day on Sunday November 2, 2025.

    At this event we will run the Track 13 configuration track in the clockwise direction. TRACK MAP

    You do not need to own a Lotus to attend this event. We run our events as close to non-profit as we can and you will not find a better price for a full day on the track.

  • LOW car counts per run group.  Ever get frustrated that your track time is just spent in traffic?  Each of our groups are capped at lower car counts than what other organizations run.  Drivers at LCOSC events are sure to be able to find plenty of clear track.
  • LOW total car count.  Not only do we run low car counts per group, we also run only three total run groups!  This means that you’ll get an hour of track time in the morning, and over an hour in the afternoon.  If you run all the sessions, you'll end up with more than 2.5 hours of driving time for the day, double of what most organizations offer!
  • SAFE AND FRIENDLY environment.  We’re a club that emphasizes track safety.  If you’re a beginner looking to just begin tracking, we help provide coaching and an environment you’ll be comfortable with.  If you’re a seasoned driver, our low key atmosphere ensures a fun filled day.

    Pricing is $250 for members and $270 for nonmembers, if you register before October 20.  Pricing changes to $270 for members and $290 for nonmembers on April 21.  If you are not a LCOSC or GGLC family member, you can become a LCOSC member for $25 when you sign up and take the member discount immediately.  

    We will be running Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced run groups.  Advanced Group is for experienced drivers with 15+ track days/racing experience or equivalent who are comfortable with open passing conditions (although point-bys are always encouraged).  Intermediate Group is for drivers with a minimum of 5 track days experience who are comfortable with point-by passing anywhere on track.  Novice Group is open to all drivers and will be point-by passing only on the main straight and other designated zones.  Drivers with no track experience should register in Novice and e-mail lcosc@gglotus.org to request a private coach.

    We have a low registration limit to ensure the best possible track day experience, so register now!  We hope to see you on track!

    When's the driver's meeting? - In the paddock at 8:00 am the day of the event.

    Are there restrictions on cars? - All types of cars are welcome to attend.  Formula cars will be allowed in the advanced group only.  Convertibles must have roll-over protection that mounts at four points.  No "Style Bars" will be accepted.  Factory installed roll hoops are acceptable.

    How do I tech my car? - We will not conduct a tech inspection on your car. You are solely responsible for the safety of your car.

    What helmet do I need? - Helmets are required and must be Snell SA2015 or later.

    Can I bring a passenger? - Passengers are welcome to ride along as long as they sign the event waiver, wear a helmet that meets our requirements, are 16 years or older, the vehicle has the appropriate safety systems to safely carry a passenger, and the driver does not have a full time LCOSC coach.

    We will run the event run rain or shine. Cancellations before 12/15/2023 will receive a credit for a future track day which will be good for one year from the cancellation date.

    Click the button at the bottom of the page to enter. Please use this website and your credit card to register and pay for your entry.

    The number of cars is limited to maximize track time. We suggest that you enter early to insure a spot.

    Questions can be directed to events-at-gglotus.org

    Information & Directions to Buttonwillow Raceway

    How to Enter


    ENTER A GGLC TRACK DAY

    On-line registration system!
    The GGLC is using MotorsportReg.com for on-line registration. First register with MotorsportReg.com (no-cost procedure) and then register for the track day (you can pay using your credit card). When you click on the button below you be taken to the MotorsportReg.com registration page. Continue to the bottom of the page and click on the Registration button.

    GGLC MEMBERS: When you initially register with MotorsportReg.com you be asked to "Enter your membership number for the Golden Gate Lotus Club or N/A". Type in "N/A" in that field.

    CLICK TO ENTER