Frequently Asked Questions

• How old do I have to be to take part?
  Any age from 13 to 18 years old as of 1st January 2012 for the BSKC 2012.
• If I am under 18 do I need a parent / guardian to attend the events?
  Yes. All drivers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a member of staff or parent acting in loco parentis.
  
  One adult acting in loco parentis can sign on behalf of all competing students from a single school.
• How many drivers to a team?
  There must be 3 drivers exactly in your team for all events.
• Can we change drivers between teams after the practice session?
  Yes and no.
  
  Schools that enter more than one team can change drivers between teams after the practice session. Schools that only enter one team can't.
• Can we enter just the semi-final and not do the practice?
  No.
  
  It's in the interest of safety that all drivers have some experience of driving the karts, and that they know the circuit before racing in the semi-finals.
  • What if I have an MSA kart racing license?
    You will still have to drive in the practice session.
• What is the minimum height?
  5ft 2.
• How much does the championship cost to enter?
  £45.0 per driver (£135.0 per team).
  • What does this pay for?
    It pays for your entry into the Practice Session and Local Semi Final event at your local hosting circuit.
• How much does the Local Final cost?
  Absolutely nothing! It is free of charge to those teams that qualify.
• How much does the Regional Final cost?
  Again, nothing! It is free of charge to those teams that qualify.
• How much will the final cost?
  Again, nothing! It is free of charge to those teams that qualify.
  • But won't travelling to the final cost a bomb?
    No, should you qualify for the final, we will reimburse your travel costs to and from the hosting circuit.
• How do we pay for entry in to the championship?
  You can pay via credit card or Pay Pal, bank transfer, or cheque.
  
  Cheques should be made payable to:
  
  BARC Ltd
  
  ... and sent to:
  
  BSKC 2012
  13 Woodland Avenue
  Abington
  Northampton
  Northants
  NN3 2BY
  
  
  For bank transfers, please email us for details info@bskc.co.uk
  
  Please note: that when paying by cheque or bank transfer, you should email us to confirm you have sent payment. Cheques should have your booking reference number written on the back of the cheque