Walk-Ins Fri–Sat 2–10pm | Sun–Thu by Appointment · Closed Tue | (813) 355-9071
Academy is five businesses that all point at the same thing: putting people in a racing simulator. Which one you need depends on what you actually want to do, so this page routes rather than repeats. The detail lives on each site.
The same nine disciplines run across every part of Academy. Each one wants a different setup, and each links to whichever part of the business you need.
Production-based racing cars with traction control, ABS and paddle shift. The most forgiving place to start and the format we recommend most often for people who have never done this.
Very little weight, a great deal of aerodynamic grip and in most classes no traction control. The steepest learning curve we offer, and the one enthusiasts ask for by name.
Heavy, powerful cars with very little aerodynamic help, racing inches apart. The easiest discipline to explain to somebody who does not follow motorsport, which is why it works so well with a broad audience.
Multi-class racing, long stints and team relays. The only format that produces genuine group competition rather than individual lap times.
Judged on angle and commitment rather than lap time. The only format that performs for the room rather than just the person in the seat, which makes it the best one to watch.
One car against the clock on loose surfaces, working from a co-driver calling the road ahead. Nothing else feels like it.
Older machinery with few or no electronic aids, narrow tires and a gearbox you have to operate properly. Slower than a modern GT3 car and considerably harder to drive well.
Four of our eight rigs have a six-speed H-pattern shifter and a clutch pedal, including the flagship Motion GT. If you drive a manual road car, this is the format that uses that skill.
If you already drive on track, the useful part of a simulator is arriving at a circuit already knowing which way it goes. Our track guides cover what each one asks of a driver.
Academy Sim Racing operates from 1421 Massaro Blvd, Tampa, FL 33619. That is our only location. Everywhere else we serve in Florida is reached by travelling to you. Call (813) 355-9071 or contact us.
Academy Sim Racing is not affiliated with, endorsed by or licensed by Formula 1, NASCAR, IMSA or any racing series, sanctioning body or car manufacturer. We describe our experiences by their style of racing, using commercially available racing software.
Walk-ins welcome Fri & Sat. Sun–Thu by appointment.
