"Sam Hancock [founder of The Drivers Club] is the most effective driver coach I have worked with and has assisted me to an LMP2 Class Win in the 2007 Le Mans 24 Hours. He achieves results through his precise understanding of how a car moves under the drivers bottom, a very detailed knowledge of every significant track in Europe and many in the USA and great personal communications skills. As a result of his extensive personal racing achievements and understanding you can debate with him until you get to a point of real understanding - and that’s what it is all about." Allen Timpany, Winner 2007 Le Mans 24 Hours LMP2.

“When my wife bought me a Drivers Club taster day I never expected it could lead to driving a prototype at Le Mans. My only previous experience of driving a car around a track ended when I was 12 years old and sold my Scalextric set.

The quality of coaching, attention to detail and sheer excitement that was built into that day led me to commit myself to an intensive driver training programme which has seen me compete in 22 races in my first ever season, taking several podiums, fastest laps, pole positions and even a win on my first weekend’s racing! This was all down to the incredible knowledge, endless enthusiasm and patience shown by Sam over the past couple of years as my coach. Sam and all the team at the Drivers Club have made sure that at each race, training day and test all I had to do was to get in the car and drive.

Along the way I’ve also met some incredible people and been “backstage” at a number of major events including Le Mans and a couple of Grands Prix – all courtesy of the Drivers Club. I cannot recommend the club highly enough to anyone with an interest and a passion for motor racing.” Drivers Club member, Simon Dolan

“ I learnt more on a cold, foggy afternoon in a Radical SR3 with [Drivers Club coach] Ollie in the passenger seat instructing than I had in four years of track days and a season's racing in a Caterham.” Erin Baker, journalist, Daily Telegraph

" When I first moved from the world of historic to modern car racing Sam's advice was invaluable. He is a proven winner in both arenas and so could intimately relate to the different driving styles required and articulate his advice with clarity. When we joined forces in a Lola in the LMP2 category at Le Mans in 2005 his ability to communicate what was required of me to get the most out of the car and how to approach the race, was of immense benefit. I improved rapidly and most importantly, with confidence. I highly recommend his services. " Gregor Fisken, prominent classic car dealer & racing driver

“ I first benefited from [Drivers Club coach] Ollie Hancock’s expertise when I was racing my Ferrari in 2008. Using his experience of circuits like Silverstone GP, Spa and Ferrari’s very own test track, Mugello, I was able to learn the lines and find the limits quickly with the limited time I had. Using his extensive knowledge and feeling of how a car moves around underneath your seat, I learnt incredible skills such as holding a power slide - in the rain - at over 100mph. With Ollie's  patience and attention to detail I improved my pace every time I left the pits. I'm now well on my way to my first race win and within one season I have already picked up several podium finishes. ” Drivers Club member, Russ Nathan CBE

“We were very impressed with Simon when he tested our LMP2 car at Snetterton. Considering it was his first time in a prototype he acclimatised quickly, within fifteen laps he had broken the sixty second barrier, an astonishing achievement considering he is an amateur driver with less than two seasons of experience.  Perhaps more encouragingly, Simon continued to improve throughout the day, recording a fastest lap of 59.3 seconds – a truly competitive time – with no major mistakes.  It was clear from the outset that Simon was well prepared for the test, both mentally and physically, enabling him to take the significant step up to prototypes in his stride. Simon’s performance is an outstanding testimony to The Drivers Club and their style of coaching and I would have no hesitation in recommending their services.” Trevor Foster- Managing Director, Zytek Engineering & former Managing Director, Jordan Grand Prix Formula 1 team.

“The Drivers Club is the next level of personal driver training and, whether you’re searching for those last few tenths or just want to ease your way into motor sport, this is a great way to start.” Motor Sport magazine.

“Had I not had two days of Drivers Club training with Ollie in the Radical at a very wet Silverstone recently, there’s no way I’d have been as quick and consistent as I was today.” Drivers Club member, Chris Cappucini, following his second consecutive victory in the VdeV series.

“Excellent, I had a great time... when I say ‘great time’ etc. that's not bullxxit either! That means it was truly excellent and I had a great laugh and I will do something with you again.” Drivers Club member, Kevin Tye (following first two training days with the Megane R26R)

“The big selling point is that their tuition is completely bespoke, and suited directly to your needs and aims. Those may be as simple as learning how to get the best out of your M3 on a track day, but could extend to working your way up to a seat in Le Mans.” EVO magazine

“It was great, Ollie [Hancock] is such a talented instructor and really the best I've had. He provides great info and also knows when to shut up! I look forward to continuing the training.” Drivers Club member, Tobias Elbl, (following first two training days with the Megane R26R and karts)

“It’s the most exciting thing I’ve ever done...there’s a whole team of top-flight instructors. I’d do it every weekend if I could.” Chris Hitchcock, The Times Luxx magazine

“The Drivers Club can turn anyone into a bona fide racing driver.” Esquire magazine

“Please could you pass on my thanks to Ollie and Chris who both did a fantastic job. Ollie is an extremely skillful coach and was very patient while I struggled through and got it wrong repeatedly. I still have a long way to go but felt as though I learnt more in a few hours with him than I have in years. It felt as though I'd made a lot of progress by the end of the day.” Drivers Club member, Jonathan Davis.

“Training paid off, this weekend at the 40th anniversary of Le Castelet - won the Nastro Rosso Trophy (both races) with the Bizzarrini and finished second in the Sixties 2h race this weekend (with the Corvette Stingray 1965) against the Cobra’s. I led the Nastro Rosso by 15 secs in both races and went from 19th to 5th in the ‘sixties race. Surprised my-self how much you can improve, when you focus and practice! Thanks for your help.” Drivers Club member & historic car racer, Alberto Francioni.

“Excellent! Absolutely first class instruction - clear, analytical and tailored exactly to my level, while constantly pushing on to the next level... Highly professional and great fun; but most of all achieved the results I wanted... I made clear, measurable progress throughout the day, and ended feeling I had learned a lot... Please pass on my thanks to your team for a great day, Ollie is a first class instructor - I can’t believe how much improvement he managed to get out of me in a few hours! And I’m seeing the benefit on the track - thanks again.” Drivers Club member, John Crowell.