Fall 2008 Season coming in October.
Youth League Moved to Sundays.




The RAPS Youth Racing League is for any and all children ages 8-14 who are interested in participating. Drivers are placed in classes based on age and experience.

The league runs on Sundays from 11:00am - 3:00pm for 9 weeks. The next league is scheduled to begin October 12th and will run through December 14th.


Race Day Format: Drivers run 1 warm-up heat, then 1 qualifying heat. Qualifying lap times determine starting positions for the final 15 minute race. Drivers compete within their class, including the final 15 minute heat. On some occasions, however, drivers may compete in mixed class events.

Drivers earn championship points based on their finish in the final heat. Points go towards a season championship.

All interested youth are welcome regardless of experience.

PREREQUISITE: Participants must have had the RushHour Kart Handling Course, or they must take the RAPS Youth Prep Course. RAPS Youth Prep Courses will be held on September 13th and 27th from 8:30 am to noon. Class space is limited, so drivers must pre-register for the class.

Drivers new to RAPS must also attend a pre-season practice on October 4th from 10:00am to noon. During this practice drivers will learn race day procedures and format. There is no charge for the pre-season practice. 

During the league competitions, racers will participate in at least thirty minutes of racing time each week. Their finishing position will earn them points towards the RAPS Youth Racing League Championship.

    Fee schedule:

    RAPS Youth Prep Course (Required Course) $99

    One time registration $40

    Weekly event $30 per event

    Total $409


The RAPS Youth League races the RushHour track in both directions. Since drivers only get the opportunity to drive the reverse direction during the league, RAPS is offering an optional prep course focused on the reverse direction of the track as well as advanced racing techniques.

    Reverse Track Prep Course (Optional Course) $75

If you’ve already had the RushHour kart handling course and do not wish to participate in the optional reverse track prep course, the total is only $280. You may pay the total up front, or you may pay the $30 per event charge as you go.

To register for the RAPS Youth Racing League, print and complete the Youth League Registration Form and submit with your $40 registration fee. (Please pay by check made out to RAPS Racing League)

The registration form and fee may be dropped off at Rush Hour Karting or mailed to:

RAPS Racing League
100 Munnsee Ct
Garner, NC 27529

The RAPS Youth Racing League is sanctioned by the Raleigh Area Public Safety Racing League, which involves area EMS, police and fire professionals. The objective of the youth league is to teach sportsmanship, safety and vehicle handling, as well as formally introduce children to organized motorsports.

Throughout the league “season,” RAPS Youth will hold club nights at which guest speakers will offer instruction and demonstrations on safety, advanced vehicle handling skills and other topics.

If you are interested in participating please contact Jeffrey Hammerstein.