Race Driver Coach and Mentorship
Learn. Improve. Win.
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Think you have what it takes to be a great race driver? Talent alone isn’t enough. Winning requires skill, strategy, and the right mindset. To have a long and successful career, open wheels cars or Sports Cars, use the opportunities and connections and that’s where I come in.
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I’m Van, a professional Race Driver Coach and Mentor with 34 years of real-world experience. From karting to Formula 3. My rewards and achievements comes from Brazil, USA and Europe. My mission is to polish talented drivers and make champions by refining their skills and mindset through the DRIVE SMART method.
Your next breakthrough starts in here.
"I started racing at 8 years old. Now, at 44, my experience and understanding of drivers are sharper than ever.
YOu can’t buy 34 years of experience watching videos “on YouTube”—you earn, you live it!"
CAREER
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PODIUMS
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WINS
With over 3 decades in motorsports, Van is a highly skilled driver and mentor, working with both amateur and professional drivers. His expertise spans from training young kart drivers (5+ years old) to coaching and mentoring professional racers in Formula and Sports Car competitions.
Racing Experience & Achievements
34 Years in Motorsports
Competing at the highest levels across different continents.
From Karting to Formula 3
Built a career from the ground up with victories and podiums.
Aston Martin Aramco F1 TeaM
4+ years of experience in the World Top 1st Race Car Competition.
Expert in Advanced Telemetry
Analyzing real-time race data to enhance performance.
Primal Motorsports Team
Driven by Instinct. Powered by Performance: Primal Racing is a Sports Car Club of America accredited racing school offering beginner and advanced programs showcasing the power and performance of the Radical SR1: the entry-level sportscar from the manufacturer that won Car of the Year at the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
Instructors: We believe a school should be judged by the quality of their instructors and with this, we have spared no expense. Our instructors have won over a dozen championships in a variety of racing series around the world, amassing hundreds of professional wins, poles, and podiums at some of the most prestigious circuits the sport has to offer.
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It is fantastic and fun working at PRIMAL MOTORSPORTS TEAM. I believe in the principle of doing what you love alongside people who bring you joy. The environment is exceptional, and the dedication of the Professional drivers—both Ladies and Gentlemen—who seek to test their skills with my support is truly inspiring. Driving these cars is an exhilarating experience!
THE Concours Club
The Concours Club sets a new standard for automotive country clubs worldwide. The members-only motorsport facility blends high-performance driving, impeccable service, and luxury amenities within a spectacular resort setting.
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It is much more than an automotive club; it is the maximum convergence between pleasure and high performance in a luxury motorsports members-only club. A new concept for people who enjoy life with a very unique driving experience, featuring first-class service and quality cars and people. Excellence in everything, from the race track with dimensions and technology to the sophisticated American cuisine at Verge Restaurant.
"As a coach at The Concours Club, I needed to study a lot and take my mind to a new level of precision and perception to use the highest performance in tenths of seconds and deliver the driver the right information without missing the momentum."
