Do I need experience or a SAG membership?

No. You do not have to be a SAG member or a professional stunt performer to take Level 1. Anybody with a valid driver's license can sign up.

How long is Super Stunt Level 1?

Two or three days. Classes with 4 or fewer students finish in 2 days, and classes with 5 or more run 3 days.

What cars will I drive?

Crown Victorias are our main vehicles. Students spend about 90% of the course in them, and use front wheel drive cars for a few specific stunts.

Do you offer payment plans?

Yes. Choose PayPal at checkout to pay over time.

What is your refund policy?

All deposits and class fees are non-refundable. If you give at least 72 hours' notice before your class, MPDC may allow a one-time reschedule to a future class date, subject to availability. If you arrive late, you may be marked as a no show, and no refund, credit or reschedule will be given.

SUPER STUNT LEVEL 1

The stunt driving course Hollywood has trusted since 1997.

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LEARN STUNT DRIVING FROM HOLLYWOOD PROS

Level 1 is where every MPDC stunt driver starts. Over two to three days on a closed track at Willow Springs Raceway, you learn the fundamentals of stunt driving through hands on driving and light classroom study. You learn how each stunt is done and how it works from a technical point of view, so you can do it safely and repeat it on set.

No experience needed. You do not have to be a SAG member or a stunt performer. All you need is a valid driver's license.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

Basic car control and fixing oversteer and understeer
Wheel lockup
90s, 180s and skid turns
Intro to drifting
Front wheel drive vs rear wheel drive
Driving on wet and dry surfaces
Reverse stunts
Multi car stunts: pacing, grid work and moving around other cars
Car prep and stunt strategy
How to get started in the industry

Stunt cars sliding through tire smoke during a Super Stunt Level 1 class at Willow Springs Raceway

Students and stunt cars at Willow Springs Raceway in front of the desert hills

WHAT A CLASS DAY LOOKS LIKE

Arrive at 8:30 AM so we can start on time at 9 AM. The end time depends on class size, but behind the wheel time is never cut short. You get an hour for lunch each day. Lunch is not provided, so pack something or grab a bite in town.

You drive our Crown Victorias for about 90% of the course, plus front wheel drive cars for a few stunts. Our repair team keeps the fleet ready all day.

What to bring: We are in the high desert, so wear layers and sturdy shoes. Bring a hat, glasses and sunscreen.

COURSE DETAILS

Price: From $3,550 per student. Payment plans are available with PayPal at checkout.
Length: 2 to 3 days. Classes with 4 or fewer students finish in 2 days.
Class size: Up to 8 students.
Location: Willow Springs Raceway in Rosamond, California, about 90 miles north of Los Angeles.
Requirements: A valid driver's license. No stunt or racing experience needed.

SEAT TIME GUARANTEE

If you get more seat time at any other three day high performance driving program, we will refund the full cost of your class.

Ryan Sturz, owner and lead instructor of Motion Picture Driving Clinic

TRAINED BY WORKING STUNT DRIVERS

Our instructors have driven and coordinated stunts on films like Inception, The Dark Knight, Baby Driver and Mad Max: Fury Road. They have taught thousands of stunt performers and some of the biggest names in Hollywood.

Owner and lead instructor Ryan Sturz puts a modern twist on the classic Rick Seaman curriculum that stunt drivers have trusted since 1997.

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