This guide has been designed to assist Event Guests to better
understand the requirements of participating in a GPK race.
The following topics are briefly discussed:
• Dress code & footwear
• Alcohol
• Race Course
• Race Go-Karts
• Registration & Safety
• Race format & scoring
• Services available
• Map
Dress Code & Footwear
Recommended slacks (jeans), shirt with long or short sleeves. Footwear must be closed-toe and provide
support for the heel, no sandles or open-toe permitted. A race suit may be available for use with
your event, depending on your package selected by the event organizer, otherwise you mat rent one
from our Retail Shop. Helmets are supplied for your safety, as well, all guest receive their own personal
balaclava to keep.
Alcohol Note
Grand Prix Kartways features a licensed Lounge and meeting Rooms to service all your needs. Guests
are not permitted to bring any alcoholic beverages onto GPK property, this includes as gifts or prizes.
Any such gifts or prizes must be done by way of Gift certificate. Any and all illegal beverages will be confiscated.
Drivers who are intoxicated are not permitted to race. GPK reserves the right to remove unruly
and/or uncooperative guests.
Grand prix Kartways may at its discretion test any driver that appears to be intoxicated and prohibit
them from racing.
Race Course
The ¼ mile Course is a treat for the experienced driver and forgiving for the novice driver. With 15
Turns, super straight-a-way, hairpins and a chicane, It is designed to be a fun and challenging, as you
race around a 20 ft fountain, racing and under a 60 ft bridge along the Toronto waterfront, GPK is
sure to excite all who challenge it.
Race Go-Karts
The state-of-the-art electric go-karts are not only thrilling to drive, but also free of noxious fumes and
environmentally friendly, for a more enjoyable guest experience. The track accommodates 12 go-karts
per race session, and our fleet of 24 adult race karts ensures maximum use of your allotted time.
Adult race kart drivers must be a minimum of 16 years of age, and a minimum of 52” (130 cm) in
height. A limited fleet of Junior race karts are available for drivers as young as 10, with a minimum
height of 48” (120 cm). All drivers under the age of 18 must have parental permission.
Registration & Safety
When you arrive at GPK, our courteous staff will register your guests in a timely fashion, please be
sure to arrive at least 30 minutes before your booked time. All drivers will be required to sign a liability
waiver, and parent/guardian must sign on behalf of anyone under 18 years of age. A drivers safety &
race rules meeting will be given to your group, to ensure everyone will have a safe and fun time.
DO NOT RACE if you have a heart condition, back or neck ailment, currently injury, or are pregnant.
Please note that drivers recognized as presenting a danger to themselves and/or others will be black
flagged, requiring them to stop racing to receive further instruction, or in the extreme, prohibition from
continuing. Go-Kart racing is a non-contact sport. We do not tolerate any bumping or blocking.
Race format & scoring
Your event organizer has pre-selected the type of race format you will participate in, and they will inform
you before the race of the format and rules. They may use one of the following examples, or create
a more unique competition:
Daytona Race
Each driver races in a series of
10-minute heat races against
other competitors to race the
best average lap time. After a
specified number of heat races
the driver with the best overall
lap time is the winner. Awards
are given to first, second, and
third place finishes. |
Grand Prix Race
Each driver races in a series of
practice and/or heats. Once
completed, the drivers are
ranked based on their best lap
result, and then grouped into
different classes of competitive
level. A final championship race
is held for every class, with winners
declared in each. |
Le Mans Enduro Race
Guests are divided into a maximum
of 12 teams, with one
driver per team racing at a
time. The length of the race can
be determined by the event coordinator,
but usually runs for
60 minutes. Once the race has
started teams are required to
change their driver every 5 to
10 laps (depending on team
size), so all team members
have an opportunity to drive.
The object of the race is to
complete as many laps as possible
in the allotted time. The
team with the most laps is the
winner. Awards are given to
the first, second, and third
place teams. |
The ROC Timing/Scoring System is based on Driver selection and
position. Each Driver will score their lap times and each will receive
a print out after their race session, which is then used to show their
overall fastest lap, best average lap and over all final position.
Please note that it is important that all drivers know in advance
of the race which format they will be racing. The ROC timing/
scoring system is used in all races to ensure that there are no
controversies during or after the race. |
Other Activities & Services
Grand Prix Kartways’ spacious facilities provide our guests with:
• Men’s & Women’s driver change rooms
• Retail Shop & Performance racing products
• Deli-style restaurant
• Sports Bar & VIP Lounge
• Plenty of free parking
In addition, GPK has a 4000 sq.ft arcade with a slot car track, foozeball and billiard tables, and a large
variety of video games, helping to fill your race day with more activities. These facilities are open to the
non-racers in your organization, making them a part of this special day. Advanced notice should be
given to the sales department if you require any of these facilities, to ensure that they are properly prepared
and booked for your arrival.
GPK provides internet kiosks and a free WiFi service for our customers. For your convenience we accept
Cash, Bank Debit Cards, Visa, Master Card, and American Express. No personal cheques please.
An ATM machine is located on site in our registration area. |
