Over $500 in value and endless memories!

Learn How to Build, Drive, and Race Real RC Cars

Have you ever wanted to experience the excitement of RC racing but didn’t know where to start? The Area RC Racing Programs are designed to take complete beginners and turn them into confident RC racers in just a few days.

Hosted at Area RC in McKinney, Texas, these hands-on programs are led by seasoned racer and YouTuber Mark Santa Maria and are designed to create a fun, welcoming, beginner-friendly environment for anyone interested in RC cars and racing.

Participants will learn using Kyosho Mini-Z RC cars, small-scale high-performance race cars built for exciting wheel-to-wheel competition on indoor tracks. After the academy is complete, participants will keep their RC car, pit gear, and upgrades, giving them everything needed to continue racing and growing in the hobby long after the program ends.

No experience is needed. Whether you are completely new to RC cars or looking to sharpen your driving skills, this program is designed to help you learn, improve, and most importantly, have fun.

AREA RC JUNIOR RACING ACADEMY (3 Days)

Ages 8–15

Session 1

June 29 – July 1
Monday & Tuesday • 9:00AM–12:00PM
Wednesday Race Finale • 6:00PM–9:00PM

Session 2

July 27 – July 29
Monday & Tuesday • 9:00AM–12:00PM
Wednesday Race Finale • 6:00PM–9:00PM

Perfect for kids looking to learn a new hobby, improve hand-eye coordination, build confidence, and experience the excitement of organized RC racing.

AREA RC RACING ACADEMY (3 Days)

Ages 16+

Session 1

July 9 – July 11
Thursday & Friday • 6:00PM–9:00PM
Saturday Race Finale • 2:00PM–7:00PM

Session 2

July 30 – August 1
Thursday & Friday • 6:00PM–9:00PM
Saturday Race Finale • 2:00PM–7:00PM

Designed for adults looking to get into RC racing, meet other hobby enthusiasts, and experience the excitement of competitive RC racing in a welcoming environment.

WHAT PARTICIPANTS WILL LEARN

Day 1 – Build & Drive

Participants will unbox their Kyosho Mini-Z RC car and learn the fundamentals of RC racing. Drivers will experience how the car performs in stock form before installing racing upgrades and learning how setup changes improve performance on track.

Topics include:

• RC basics
• Track etiquette
• Vehicle setup
• Introductory driving
• Basic pit skills

Day 2 – Racecraft & Strategy

Drivers will begin learning what it takes to become a more competitive racer.

Topics include:

• Driving lines
• Racecraft
• Consistency
• Racing formats and classes
• Organized practice sessions
• Race strategy

Day 3 – Race Day

Participants will put everything they learned into action during a real organized race event at Area RC.

Drivers will experience:

• Qualifying
• Organized races
• Driver introductions
• Race preparation
• Real race-day atmosphere
• Podium celebrations and awards

WHAT’S INCLUDED (Over $500 in value!)

• Kyosho Mini-Z RC Car ($190)
• All pit gear and upgrades to compete and look the part ($200)
• Guided introduction to competitive RC racing, private track access and hands-on instruction from Mark Santa Maria himself ($100)
• Organized racing experience ($20)
  

WHY PEOPLE LOVE MINI-Z RACING

Mini-Z racing combines the excitement of real motorsports with the accessibility of RC cars in a fun indoor environment. Drivers experience close wheel-to-wheel racing, friendly competition, and a welcoming community that makes RC racing enjoyable for all ages.

Many participants continue racing long after the academy ends through Area RC’s beginner-friendly racing programs and growing racing community.

LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE

These programs are intentionally kept small to ensure every participant receives hands-on instruction and plenty of track time.

No experience needed. Just show up ready to learn, race, and have fun.

Area RC – McKinney, Texas

855 East Cottage Hill Pkwy Building 1 Mckinney TX 75071