{"product_id":"trackday-academy-stage-1-lignieres","title":"Trackday Academy Stage 1 - Lignières CH","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWelcome to the French part of Switzerland!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sportec.ch\/en\/sportec-trackday-academy\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSPORTEC Trackday Academy\u003c\/a\u003e Stage ONE at the TCS Training Center in Lignières is led entirely by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sportec.ch\/en\/sportec-trackday-academy#marcel-fassler-an-der-trackday-academy\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarcel Faessler\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. The three-time Le Mans winner, former Audi works driver and one of the most influential figures in modern endurance racing teaches the fundamentals of track driving personally – direct, clear and with a strict focus on real progress and clean driving technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFaessler is one of the most analytical professionals in motorsport. His coaching is based on precise observation and a clear, accessible communication style that beginners immediately understand. For participants, this means no vague advice, but real foundational training to professional standards. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sportec.ch\/en\/sportec-trackday-academy#marcel-fassler-an-der-trackday-academy\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMarcel Faessler\u003c\/a\u003e is supported by \u003cstrong\u003eBruno Knecht\u003c\/strong\u003e, an experienced TCS instructor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs part of the TCS Trackdays in Lignières, we will be hosting a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sportec.ch\/en\/sportec-trackday-academy\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efocused driver training session\u003c\/a\u003e on \u003cstrong\u003eJuly 6–7\u003c\/strong\u003e. The group is intentionally kept small – a maximum of 8 vehicles – ensuring that every coaching session is direct, personal and unrushed. The event begins on the evening of \u003cstrong\u003eJuly 6\u003c\/strong\u003e with a shared aperitif and dinner at the hotel – a relaxed and important part of the format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraining under Faessler’s direct guidance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sportec.ch\/en\/sportec-trackday-academy#marcel-fassler-an-der-trackday-academy\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMarcel Faessler\u003c\/a\u003e personally leads \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sportec.ch\/en\/sportec-trackday-academy\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStage ONE\u003c\/a\u003e and guides participants step by step through the fundamentals of vehicle dynamics. He is supported by Bruno Knecht, an experienced TCS instructor who complements the program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sportec.ch\/en\/sportec-trackday-academy\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStage ONE\u003c\/a\u003e is designed for individuals who want to enter the world of track driving in a structured, safe and stress-free way. Beginners are explicitly welcome. The goal is clear: a significant and measurable improvement in driving competence – regardless of vehicle, background or skill level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContent of Stage 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTheory about general driving physics and seat position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractical training \u0026amp; putting theory into practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnder- and oversteer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCornering technique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBraking technique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuide riding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree driving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSportec Academy Shirt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe charge CHF 1090 excl. VAT per participant including accommodation and dinner.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImportant information:     \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo ensure technical safety on the race track, we recommend a race check in advance. This can be requested here: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sportec.ch\/en\/sportec-trackday-academy-racecheck\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRacecheck request\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003cbr\u003eIn the race check, all safety-relevant components are checked by us before use on the race track. This way we can guarantee fun on the race track. Race safe!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEquipment:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelmet compulsory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable footwear (racing shoes, sneakers, flat thin sole)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood tyres and a technically perfect vehicle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSounds good? Then sign up!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sportec AG","offers":[{"title":"6th July 2026 \/ No without a companion","offer_id":47821372686499,"sku":null,"price":1178.29,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"6th July 2026 \/ Yes with a companion","offer_id":47821372653731,"sku":null,"price":1403.29,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0565\/1457\/6547\/files\/STDA-Hockenheim-Ring-13-05-2024-4.jpg?v=1782392655","url":"https:\/\/sportec-racing.myshopify.com\/products\/trackday-academy-stage-1-lignieres","provider":"Sportec AG Online Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}