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Private Events & Racing Simulator Lounge Buyouts | Tampa, FL | Academy Sim
Private Events & Lounge Buyouts

Host an event
nobody forgets.

Tampa's premier racing simulator lounge — built for corporate teams, milestone birthdays, bachelor parties, and brand activations. Buy out all 8 sims (including our full-motion rig), keep the experience exclusive, and turn your event into a story your guests will tell for years.

Capacity Up to 20
Simulators 7 + 1 Motion
Starting $2,000
Location Tampa, FL
Standard With Every Event

Turnkey
by design.

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 our full-motion rig — the centerpiece of the lounge. Every guest gets meaningful seat time on professional-grade equipment.

03

Race Director & Staff

Dedicated team running the event — onboarding, coaching, transitions, race control.

04

Custom Session Format

Qualifying, team relay, championship bracket, or open rotation — built around your group.

05

Full Racing Library

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

06

Branded Recap

Results sheet and leaderboard recap delivered after the event for internal sharing.

Event Packages

Five tiers.
One unforgettable day.

Every package includes the full lounge, all 8 simulators, dedicated staff, and a custom format. Scale up or down based on your time, your group, and how big you want this to land.

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 happy hours, milestone birthdays, and post-work team outings.

Book Quick Event
02 / Half-Day

Half-Day
Event

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

Our most popular tier. Real seat time, structured competition, and room to actually crown a champion.

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/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 experience. Tournament play, multiple race formats, lunch, and the full championship arc — start to podium.

Book Full-Day
Customize Your Event

Make it yours.

Layer on branding, competition formats, content capture, and specialty experiences. Mix and match to build the exact event your group will remember.

01 / Brand & Theme

Make it look like yours.

Custom Virtual Car Livery

In-game vehicle 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

Actual race car displayed inside the lounge for guest photos and brand activation moments.

$600+starting at
02 / Engagement

Make it competitive.

Event Time Trial Leaderboard

Real-time timing and fastest-lap tracking displayed on lounge screens throughout the event.

$300

Tournament Bracket Format

Qualifying, semifinals, finals — with live race director commentary and stakes.

$400

Team Relay Championship

Multi-driver team format with relay-style stints and combined team times.

$400

Trophy Package

1st, 2nd, and 3rd place trophies for your podium finishers.

$250+starting at

Premium Trophy Package

Custom engraved trophies with a winner's circle photo moment for the podium.

$500
03 / Hospitality

Make it comfortable.

Dining Setup

Tables, chairs, linens, and dedicated staging area to support your external caterer.

Included4hr+ events

Private Breakout / Presentation

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

$200
04 / Content Capture

Make it last.

Event Photography

2-hour pro photographer with edited gallery delivered within 5 days.

$600+starting at

Full Event Photo + Video

Photographer plus videographer plus a 60-second highlight reel.

$1,500+starting at

Social Media Content Package

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

$750+starting at

Branded Highlight Video

Custom 2–3 minute event recap with your branding for internal or external use.

$1,200+starting at

Branded Race Overlay Video

In-race footage with custom broadcast overlay — lap times, leaderboard, your logo, race graphics.

$800+starting at

Live Streaming

Broadcast your event to internal channels or social platforms in real time.

$800+starting at
05 / Specialty Experiences

Make it elite.

Pro Driver Coaching

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

$200per hr/coach

Race Director Experience

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

$300

Endurance Race Format

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

$500

Driving School Add-On

30-minute classroom session on racing fundamentals before your competition begins.

$400

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
Classes & Education

Learn the
craft of racing.

Structured 2-hour classes built for groups — from teen drivers to corporate teams. Real curriculum, real coaching, real seat time.

All Classes
2 Hours

Intro to Motorsport

Racing history, Florida tracks, and driving techniques — followed by structured sim time. Up to 12 participants.

$1,800

Getting Started in Racing

Fundamentals for aspiring real-world racers — race craft, driving lines, and car control. Up to 8 participants.

$2,200

Corporate Team-Building

Leadership lessons blended with racing fundamentals and team competition. Up to 15 participants.

$2,500

Teen Driver Safety Workshop

Sim-based defensive driving for young drivers — perfect for parent groups and schools. Up to 12 participants.

$1,500

Private Group Class

Custom curriculum built around your group's interest level and goals. Up to 15 participants.

$2,200
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. We've hosted Fortune 500 teams looking for something beyond the usual ballroom.

02 / Milestones

Birthdays & Bachelor Parties

16th birthdays, 30s, 40s, milestone bachelor and bachelorette parties. The kind of event your friends will still talk about a decade later.

03 / Brand Activations

Activations & Launches

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

04 / Schools & Youth

School Groups & Youth Programs

Teen driver safety workshops, motorsport intro classes, and STEM-aligned curriculum. Educational, engaging, and unforgettable.

05 / Wedding Parties

Pre-Wedding & Wedding Events

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

06 / Private Groups

Sim Racing Enthusiasts

Friend groups, online racing communities, and aspiring real-world drivers looking to step up their game on 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 add-ons.

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 contract and submit a non-refundable deposit to secure your slot.

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?
Our lounge accommodates up to 20 guests for most packages, with our 2-hour Quick Event capped at 15 to ensure quality seat time. Our setup features 8 simulators — seven static plus our full-motion rig — so every guest 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 fully 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?
Absolutely. Our Hospitality & Logistics package includes tables, chairs, linens, and a dedicated staging area for your external caterer with all events 4 hours or longer. Bring whatever your group prefers — we'll have the space ready.
What is the full-motion simulator?
Our 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 as if you were really there. It's the closest thing to real racing without leaving Tampa — and a guaranteed highlight for every guest.
How does peak pricing work?
A 20% peak premium applies to events scheduled Friday and Saturday between 2pm and 11pm — these are our highest-demand windows. Weekday events Monday through Thursday qualify for our 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 — our peak slots fill quickly. For weekday events we can often accommodate shorter lead times. Custom branding, photography, and specialty experiences need additional planning, so the sooner the better.
Do you support corporate event branding?
Yes. Custom in-game car liveries, on-site signage, branded leaderboards, and broadcast-style race overlays are all available. Corporate clients regularly use our events for client entertainment, team building, and brand activations — we make it look like yours.
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.
What's the deposit and cancellation policy?
A non-refundable deposit holds your event date. Final balance is due before the event begins. Full terms are spelled out in your event contract — we keep it simple and transparent.
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 — and start making it real.

Request a Quote