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Private Lounge Buyouts & Corporate Events | Racing Simulator Venue in Tampa, FL | Academy Sim
Private Lounge Buyouts · Tampa, FL

Bring your team.
We run the race.

Buy out Tampa's only full-motion racing simulator lounge for your corporate event, team offsite, or milestone celebration. All 8 sims, a dedicated race director, live leaderboard, and a competition format built around your group — included with every event.

Capacity Up to 20
Simulators 8 incl. Full-Motion
Starting $2,000
Location Tampa, FL
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Standard With Every Event

Turnkey
by design.

No à la carte surprises. The race experience — director, timing, format, coaching — is the product, and it's in every package.

01

Exclusive Lounge Access

The entire lounge is yours. No walk-ins, no shared experience. Your group, your atmosphere.

02

All 8 Simulators

Seven static sims plus the full-motion rig — the only one of its kind open to the public in Tampa. Every guest gets real seat time.

03

Race Director & Staff

A dedicated team runs the event — onboarding, coaching, transitions, and race control. You host; we operate.

04

Live Leaderboard & Timing

Real-time lap times and standings on the lounge screens all event long. Nothing fuels a room like a live leaderboard.

05

Custom Competition Format

Qualifying, team relay, championship bracket, or open rotation — designed around your group before you arrive.

06

Full Racing Library

F1, GT, Rally, NASCAR, endurance — pick the discipline that fits your guests.

07

Catering-Ready Setup

Tables, chairs, linens, and a dedicated staging area for your external caterer — included on all events 4 hours or longer.

08

Results Recap

Final standings and fastest-lap results delivered after the event for internal sharing and bragging rights.

Buyout Packages

Pick your window.

Every package is a full lounge buyout: all 8 simulators, dedicated staff, live timing, and a custom format. The only decision is how long you want the green flag out.

Peak Pricing

A 20% peak premium applies Friday and Saturday from 2pm–11pm. Weekday events Monday–Thursday qualify for our Weekday Special — save 15% off standard pricing.

01 / Quick Event

Quick
Event

2 Hours · Up to 15
Standard $2,000
Peak (Fri/Sat) $2,400

Short, punchy, high-energy. Built for corporate happy hours, post-work team outings, and client entertainment.

Book Quick Event
02 / Half-Day

Half-Day
Event

4 Hours · Up to 20
Standard $3,750
Peak (Fri/Sat) $4,500

Real seat time, structured competition, and room to actually crown a champion. Catering setup included.

Book Half-Day
04 / Evening

Evening
Event

5 Hours · 5pm–10pm · Up to 20
Standard $5,500
Peak (Fri/Sat) $6,600

After-hours energy. Ideal for bachelor and bachelorette parties, milestone birthdays, and corporate after-parties.

Book Evening
05 / Full-Day

Full-Day
Event

8 Hours · Up to 20
Standard $7,500
Peak (Fri/Sat) $9,000

The full championship arc — qualifying, multiple race formats, lunch break, and a podium finish to close the day.

Book Full-Day
Optional Upgrades

Make it yours.

The race experience is already in your package. These upgrades add branding, content capture, and specialty experiences on top.

01 / Brand & Theme

Put your name on it.

Custom Virtual Car Livery

In-game vehicles wrapped with your company colors, logos, or campaign theme.

$250per car

On-Site Branding Package

Pit board signage, branded welcome screens, and lounge banners throughout your event.

$300+starting at

Real Display Racecar

An actual race car staged inside the lounge for guest photos, driver-seat moments, and activation energy.

$600+starting at
02 / Competition Upgrades

Raise the stakes.

Trophy Package

1st, 2nd, and 3rd place trophies for your podium — upgrade to custom engraving with a winner's circle photo moment.

$250–$500

Endurance Race Format

90-minute team endurance race with pit stops, driver swaps, and real race strategy.

$500

Race Director Experience

Guests rotate through race control with headset, monitors, and live race calls.

$300

Pro Driver Coaching

1-on-1 instruction with a licensed racing coach during your event.

$200per hr/coach

Racing Fundamentals Session

30-minute classroom session on race craft and technique before your competition begins.

$400
03 / Content Capture

Make it last.

Event Photography

Pro photographer on-site with an edited gallery delivered within 5 days.

$600+starting at

Photo + Video + Highlight Reel

Photographer and videographer coverage plus a 60-second highlight reel for internal comms or social.

$1,500+starting at

Broadcast Overlay & Live Stream

In-race footage with broadcast-style graphics — lap times, leaderboard, your logo — streamed live or delivered as a recap.

$800+starting at

Social Media Content Package

Vertical-format reels and posts optimized for LinkedIn and Instagram.

$750+starting at
04 / Specialty

Go beyond the lounge.

Private Breakout / Presentation

TV/projector setup with seating for kickoff briefings or wrap-up presentations.

$200

Sim-to-Track Pipeline

Top performer at your event earns a real-world track day at a partner facility.

Quotedper event

Championship Series

Multi-event corporate league across weeks or months with a season trophy.

Quotedper series
Who Books Us

Built for the
moments that matter.

Every group is different. Every event we build is dialed in to fit. Here's how Tampa books Academy Sim.

01 / Corporate

Team Building & Client Entertainment

Quarterly offsites, sales kickoffs, client appreciation days, and milestone celebrations — for teams that are done with ballrooms and bowling alleys.

02 / Milestones

Birthdays & Bachelor Parties

16th birthdays, 30s, 40s, bachelor and bachelorette parties. Competitive, loud, and impossible to phone in.

03 / Brand Activations

Activations & Launches

Product launches, dealer events, sponsor activations, and influencer experiences. Branded liveries, real cars, broadcast-style content capture.

04 / Wedding Parties

Pre-Wedding & Wedding Events

Rehearsal dinners, post-wedding parties, and groomsmen events. A true alternative to the standard banquet hall.

05 / Schools & Youth

School Groups & Youth Programs

Teen driver safety workshops, motorsport intro sessions, and STEM-aligned experiences for student groups.

06 / Private Groups

Sim Racing Enthusiasts

Friend groups, online racing communities, and aspiring real-world drivers stepping up to professional equipment.

How It Works

Four steps to green flag.

01

Tell Us About Your Event

Group size, date, vibe, budget. We'll match you with the right package and upgrades.

02

Get a Custom Quote

Detailed proposal within 24 hours. Clear pricing, no surprises, room to adjust.

03

Lock in the Date

Sign a simple event agreement and submit a deposit to secure your slot on the calendar.

04

Show Up & Race

We handle setup, coaching, race control, and recap. You bring the guests.

Frequently Asked

Common questions.

How many people can attend an event?
The lounge accommodates up to 20 guests for most packages, with the 2-hour Quick Event capped at 15 to protect seat time. With 8 simulators — seven static plus the full-motion rig — guests rotate in structured sessions so everyone gets meaningful racing time without standing around.
Do guests need racing experience?
Not at all. Every event includes onboarding from our race director and support staff. First-timers get coached through the basics — steering feel, braking points, racing lines — and enthusiasts can dial in advanced settings. We've built this for every skill level.
Can we bring our own catering?
Yes. Events 4 hours or longer include tables, chairs, linens, and a dedicated staging area for your external caterer at no extra charge. Bring whatever your group prefers — we'll have the space ready.
Do you travel to off-site events?
We do. Academy Sim also runs mobile simulator rentals for corporate events, expos, and brand activations at your venue, anywhere in Florida. Head to events.academysim.com for mobile event details and quotes.
What is the full-motion simulator?
The full-motion sim physically moves with the car. Pitch, roll, and acceleration forces are translated through the rig, so you feel braking, cornering, and curbs — and it's the only one of its kind open to the public in Tampa. It's the guaranteed highlight of every event.
How does peak pricing work?
A 20% peak premium applies to events scheduled Friday and Saturday between 2pm and 11pm — our highest-demand windows. Weekday events Monday through Thursday qualify for the Weekday Special at 15% off standard pricing.
How far in advance should I book?
For weekend events, 4–6 weeks of lead time is ideal — peak slots fill quickly. Weekday events can often be accommodated on shorter notice. Custom branding, photography, and specialty experiences need additional planning, so the sooner the better.
What's the deposit and cancellation policy?
A 25% deposit holds your event date, with the balance due before the event begins. The deposit is non-refundable if you cancel, but if plans shift, talk to us early — we'll work with you on rescheduling where the calendar allows. Full terms are spelled out in your event agreement.
Is there parking at the lounge?
Yes — our Tampa location has dedicated parking for event guests. Specific parking details are included in your event confirmation along with arrival instructions for your group.
Start the Conversation

Let's build your event.

Tell us your date, group size, and what you want this to feel like. We'll send a custom quote within 24 hours.

Request a Quote

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