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

The 2009/2010 Winter league will be held on Sundays from 10:00am - 2:00pm. The league will consist of 8 points races, 2 optional practices, and an endurance race. Drivers interested in racing in the RHP classification for the first time must attend a try-out session. To schedule a try-out session, contact either Chris Colangelo or Jeff Hammerstein.

League Dates:
    October 17th - Mandatory practice for all drivers
    October 18th – Opening Day / Race #1

    November 1st – Race #2
    November 15th – Race #3
    December 6th – Practice #1
    December 13th – Race #4
    January 10th - Race #5
    January 24th - Race #6
    January 31st – Practice #2 
    February 7th - Race #7
    February 21st - Race #8
    March 7th - Endurance Race


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 last from 8:30 am to noon. Class space is limited, so drivers must pre-register for the class.

Class Dates:
    September 19th
    October 3rd
    October 10th

All drivers must attend a pre-season practice on October 17th. Returning RAPS Youth drivers need to attend practice from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. Drivers new to RAPS need to attend practice from 10:00 am 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

    Per Season Registration Fee $50 (Discounted to $40 for registrations received by October 3rd)

    Weekly events $30 per event

    Total $479


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 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.

If you are interested in participating please contact Chris Colangelo.