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AWD STAGE 1

Rally Training Course

Step into the world of all-wheel-drive rallying with our AWD Stage1 Rally Course, designed for drivers transitioning from 2WD or looking to sharpen their skills in AWD performance. Whether you’re a beginner in AWD rallying or seeking to enhance your control on challenging terrains, this course lays the groundwork for mastering rally fundamentals with a four-wheel-drive system.

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From Training to Reality: Full Rally Stage Simulation

In a safe and controlled environment you can apply all the techniques learned during the day
and start seeing what you can experience with the following training courses

The 1st level of STAGE progression > Full Driving Practice > Special Tracks

AWD STAGE1 – Rally Course

AWD STAGE1 is the real Rally initiation course. It includes introduction to rally, a full day of driving with more than 10 specific exercises driving our Subaru WRX to learn the best rally driving technique such as braking, oversteer, car control, traction with all wheel powerful rally car, on board analysis.

Approach the world of Rallying in a professional way, or refine your driving technique even if it is just for passion and fun. Learn the same Rally driving techniques that we have been teaching to the World Rally Champions for more than 35 years.

AWD STAGE1 is the first level that gives you access to the full progression of the AWD Rally Courses STAGE.

What this Rally Course includes:

Full day training (more than 4 hours of driving practice)
Course type: private course
Car: Subaru WRX “Caneva Gravel Spec.”
Where: Caneva Gravel Rally Hub, Special Tracks
When: upon request, all year
Duration: Start: 9:30 | Finish: 16:30
Options: for 1 or 2 drivers

Additional details

Aimed at: aspiring Rally drivers, Motorsport enthusiasts, AWD vehicle owners and Rally drivers.

Price: 1 €1.900,00 | 2 €1.200,00 | vat exc. | Request registration.

Need Multi-Day Gravel Rally Training? Join our 2-day or 3-day programs. In the case of the two-driver private course, each driver gets the same driving time as in the individual course. No compromises.

Driving Technique, Seat Time, 1:1 Coaching

The most effective Dirt Rally Course ever designed

Step by step we will push your limits: in maximum safety together with your instructor you will learn and improve your driving technique like never before.

Contents of the AWD Stage1 Rally Training Course

CAR CONTROL

Master car control on gravel understanding weight transfer, throttle modulation, and precise steering to maintain grip and balance while navigating high-speed, unpredictable surfaces.

BRAKING TECHNIQUE

You will develop effective braking skills using left-foot braking, threshold modulation, and weight transfer to maintain stability, control rotation, and maximize speed into and out of corners.

EFFECTIVE OVERSTEER

You will learn to control oversteer using throttle, brakes, and countersteering, ensuring you can position the car optimally while maintaining speed on loose surfaces.

FLOW AND SPEED

You will understand how to link corners efficiently, carry momentum, and read terrain dynamically to find the fastest, smoothest line while maintaining grip and balance.

The Rally School Chosen by WRC Champions.

Where every detail is explored in depth

Know the correct driving technique for tackling each gravel special stage. Get into “gravel mode” like the many WRC drivers who employ these days both to learn proper driving technique and to train for important upcoming rallies. We are the rally school that has trained WRC champions such as Suninen, Meeke, Ostberg, Lindholm, Pajari, Sesks, Evans and former F1 drivers like Verstappen and many others.

Training sessions designed to offer you the best in an all-inclusive solution

In all STAGE courses you will have a latest generation Stilo Sport Plus helmet with intercom + Hans device. You will not have to worry about carrying your bulky equipment in your suitcase.

Additional details to facilitate your rally training:

– hotels available nearby
– lunch included in your school day
– options for damage insurance and media content creation

Course Content

The AWD STAGE1 Rally Course includes:

Theory + more than 4 hours of real driving. The schedule of the day:

Arrival at the Gravel Rally test Center and welcome
Initial theoretical briefing
Knowledge of the rally car
Dressing in racing suit and helmet
Morning driving sessions and specific exercises
Technical debriefings between each session
Lunch included for the driver and 1 guest
Afternoon driving sessions and special stage simulation
On board video included

The exercises

More than 10 different exercises in one day, that allow you to learn:

How to break with and without ABS
Braking stability
Control the car, learn its inertia
Tail braking
Oversteer
Correct use of throttle
Grip generation
Special Stage simulation
Detailed briefing and debriefing before and after each exercise, use of on board camera

How to book

Fill out the application form found at this link by selecting the course you are interested in
You will be promptly contacted by our staff who will provide you with all the information you need to finalize your reservation

What we recommend you bring to participate in the Rally Course:

Comfortable shoes (preferably Rally-specific)
Note-taking materials

Participation requirements

In order to participate in this course, the following requirements must be met:

be able to drive a manual shifting car
Be physically able to drive for 4 hours a day or more
having correctly completed the booking process

For any requests for further information please contact us through the dedicated page.

Insurance options available, course also suitable for accompanied minors under 18 and with parental authorization. Purchase validity 12 months, non-refundable. For further details and conditions do not hesitate to contact us.

Send your application

Access the application form. You will be contacted by our staff who will follow up with you to finalize your course dates and complete your booking.

Protection for Every Stint, Secure Your Car

With Cobian Motorsport Insurance, you can train with peace of mind, knowing that your car is protected against unexpected damage, allowing you to focus entirely on improving your performance. Learn more.

Check the insurance solutions available during the booking phase.

Join Caneva School's AWD STAGE1 Rally Course

Get into the details of perfect gravel rally driving technique. Increase your race safety, your effectiveness: it will improve your times and proper use of your vehicle and tires.

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