Well folks, Club Race #5 is now a week away.
Weather looks great and we are excited to have everyone back at SoCalQMA raceway.

Registration is now open. Please help us prepare for the event by completing the registration form. This is a standard club race so please be advised that the gate fee is $20 per adult over the age of 16.

The Western States Championship Round #2 “SoCal Showdown” has concluded and what an event it was.

55 drivers in 118 cars fought hard to capture one of the 13 top podium spots available. When the checkered flags were all thrown we had drivers from as far away as Canada taking home some amazing looking hardware.

SoCalQMA would like to thank NASCAR Youth Western States Championship for choosing our facility as one of their venues. We would also like to thank all the competitors for attending this even and sharing their weekend with us.

An applause and thank you to all our sponsors for the weekend. Your commitment to help keep youth motorsports alive is unwavering, thank you.

Our Partners

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SoCalQMA Drivers:

  • Nick Auburn

  • Isabel Duryea

  • Christopher Feirfeil

  • Matthew Feirfeil

  • Dylan Gansen

  • Landen Gansen

  • Wyatt Goodman

  • Laylah Hernandez

  • Hayden Hoffman

  • Paris Hoffman

  • Jackson Harrel

  • Gavin Irwin

  • Rogan Lenaker

  • Brooklyn Mancini

  • Dylan Mancini

  • Nathan Mellado

  • Bradley Pina

  • Ellie Rose

  • Jaxon Rose

  • Frankie Sepulveda

  • Collin Stevens

  • Connor Stevens

  • Jace Wandler

  • Johnny Wandler

Getting Started

STEP 1 - COME TO A RACE

The best way to learn about Quarter Midget racing is to experience it in person. Check out our schedule and come out to a race. Be sure to talk to the track officials, handlers and drivers and ask all the questions you can.

STEP 2 - ARRIVE AND DRIVE

Every kid is different, but the first place we always recommend starting is at an Arrive & Drive. Several times each year, we provide the cars, safety equipment and trainers and for $20 your child between 5-16 can drive a real race car for about 20 laps to get a feel for the sport.

This is the easiest and cheapest way to get a taste of quarter midget racing and is perfect for seeing if it is a good fit for your driver and for the family. Your first $10 is applicable to your annual membership dues should you decide to join.

STEP 3 - PURCHASING EQUIPMENT

Once you’ve decided to take the plunge, the next step is purchasing the equipment. Be sure to speak with the Safety Director at your club regarding the necessary safety equipment and the requisite ratings. All safety equipment you purchase must meet the specifications within the rule book.

As far as cars go, most families start with used cars. These can range in price from a few hundred dollars for something needing a full refurbishment, up to a few thousand dollars for a race ready used car that will be competitive beyond the novice classes. Our members and handlers are always a great resource here as they generally can point you in a good direction. The quarter midget marketplace groups on Facebook can also be a solid resource.

STEP 4 - ROOKIE TRAINING

Once you have a car and the necessary safety equipment you can begin your Novice training. Kids as young as 4-1/2 can begin their Rookie training on the track, but must be 5 before entering their first race. Older and more mature kids will generally progress faster through the training process, but most drivers are ready for their first race after two to four training sessions. Key items that each driver must be competent in before receiving competition approval are; understanding flags, proper response to flags and track lights, proper line-up procedures, car control and passing ability, track entry and exit, and appropriate track behavior.

STEP 5 - LET’S GO RACING!!!

After receiving competition approval its for the driver to begin their racing career! Every driver must compete in a minimum of three Rookie races, at least one must be in Red Rookie and at least one must be in Blue Rookie (the terms Red and Blue correspond to the restrictor plate used in the respective class). Once the driver has received approval from the appropriate Socal QMA Competition Committee your driver will be moved into a competitive class of racing depending on their age and weight. This approval is at the discretion of the Committee and is only granted once the driver has competed in the minimum number of events and has demonstrated the necessary core competencies under racing conditions.

Board of Directors

  • Anthony Hoffman

    President

  • Greg Stevens

    Vice President

  • Sharon Wandler

    Secretary

  • Michelle Mancini

    Treasure 1

  • David Lenaker

    Treasure 2

  • Kelly Hoffman

    Marketing & Social Media

  • Rodney Rayborne

    Track Director

  • Robert Duryea

    Technical Director

  • Sal Rose

    Rookie Trainer