SCCA Racing School Colorado: Your Path to a Road Racing License Starts Here

Colorado is one of the great road racing states in America. Between the mountain air, the passionate regional motorsport community, and a collection of world-class circuit facilities, it is the ideal environment to develop into a serious road racer. And for drivers who want to make it official with an SCCA Full Competition License, there is one name that stands above the rest.

GO 4 IT Racing Schools is Colorado's SCCA-accredited road racing school — officially named by the Sports Car Club of America as a recommended program for drivers pursuing a Full Competition License. Founded in 1985, led by 60-time champion Michael Pettiford, and operating at the best circuits in the state, GO 4 IT is where Colorado road racers are made.

Why Colorado Is a Great State for SCCA Road Racing

Colorado offers a combination of factors that make it an outstanding environment for road racing development. The state's SCCA Mountain Region is active and competitive, with multiple sanctioned events throughout the spring-to-fall season.

Colorado's racing circuits are varied, technical, and challenging — exactly the kind of tracks that produce skilled, adaptable racers. The high-altitude conditions at many Colorado circuits add an additional layer of challenge that pushes drivers to refine their car control and setup knowledge.

Colorado's Premier Race Circuits

GO 4 IT trains and competes at the following venues — the same tracks where SCCA Colorado Regional events are held:

• High Plains Raceway (Deer Trail, CO) — Colorado's premier closed-circuit road course, featuring 2.5 miles of challenging, multi-configuration layouts

• Pueblo Motorsports Park (Pueblo, CO) — a technical circuit with a long history of regional and national racing events

• La Junta Raceway (La Junta, CO) — a historically significant Colorado circuit used for regional competition Training at GO 4 IT means training at the tracks where your race weekends will happen. That home-track familiarity is a significant competitive advantage for novice drivers working toward their Full Competition License.

  GO 4 IT Racing Schools: Colorado's SCCA-Accredited Program

  GO 4 IT was founded in 1985 — nearly four decades ago — by Michael Pettiford. In that time, Michael has accumulated 60 road racing championships, multiple Colorado track records, and a Hall of Fame recognition in Colorado motorsports circles. He has competed at Regional, Major, and National levels across the US.

  The school's SCCA accreditation is not self-granted. SCCA's own official materials name GO 4 IT as one of the recommended accredited private schools for drivers seeking their Full Competition License — placing the school in the same tier as Skip Barber Racing School, the most famous racing school brand in North America.

  This accreditation means that attending GO 4 IT's SCCA Road Racing Course satisfies the driver school requirement for your Novice Permit. Your logbook will be endorsed by qualified SCCA officials, accepted by all SCCA regional clubs, and stand as permanent documentation of your driver education.

  →What is the SCCA Novice Permit? → /scca-novice-permit-guide

  What to Expect in GO 4 IT's SCCA Road Racing Course

  GO 4 IT's curriculum is built around the complete SCCA road racing rulebook — not just track time. Students learn:

  • Correct racing lines, braking zones, and corner entry and exit technique

  • SCCA flag signals and what each one requires from you on track

  • Legal passing zones and the etiquette of wheel-to-wheel competition

  • Pit lane procedures and race start protocols

  • Car control fundamentals: oversteer, understeer, and emergency management

  • Vehicle preparation and inspection requirements for SCCA events

  All of this is taught by Michael Pettiford himself — not a junior staff member running a scripted curriculum. When you have questions about specific scenarios, you are getting answers from a driver who has been in every situation a road racer encounters.

  SCCA Licensing in Colorado: The Timeline

  Colorado's race season runs primarily from April through October. If you enroll in GO 4 IT's program early in the season and plan your three required race weekends strategically, many dedicated drivers complete all novice requirements within a single calendar year.

  The GO 4 IT team helps students map out a realistic timeline based on the Colorado and Mountain Region event calendar. We know the local race schedule, the circuits, and the officials — giving you insider guidance that is not available through any generic SCCA resource.

  How long does it take to get an SCCA license? → /how-long-to-get-scca-racing-license

  Full SCCA licensing guide → /how-to-get-scca-racing-license

  Corporate Racing Experiences in Colorado

  GO 4 IT also offers corporate driving experiences and high-performance track events for groups and companies based in Denver, Colorado Springs, Boulder, and across the Front Range. These are professionally structured, safety-first events that bring the thrill of track driving to corporate audiences without requiring any racing background.

  Contact GO 4 IT to discuss custom corporate event packages at Colorado's finest racing circuits.

  Frequently Asked Questions

  Q: Is GO 4 IT the only SCCA-accredited racing school in Colorado?

  A: GO 4 IT is the only SCCA-named accredited private school based in Colorado. Other schools in the country hold SCCA accreditation, but GO 4 IT is the one that trains and races on Colorado circuits — giving Colorado drivers a home-state advantage.

  Q: Do I need to live in Colorado to attend GO 4 IT?

  A: No. Drivers from neighboring states including Wyoming, Utah, New Mexico, Kansas, and Nebraska regularly attend GO 4 IT programs. Your SCCA logbook endorsement is valid regardless of your home state or region.

  Q: What is the minimum age to attend GO 4 IT's SCCA road racing program?

  A: SCCA allows novice licensing from age 14 with parental consent. Contact GO 4 IT directly to confirm age-specific requirements for our current program schedule.

  Q: Does GO 4 IT offer motorcycle road racing instruction in Colorado?

  A: Yes. In addition to car road racing, GO 4 IT offers motorcycle road racing instruction. Both programs work toward SCCA licensing. Contact us for details on current motorcycle program availability.

  Q: How do I get started with GO 4 IT's SCCA road racing course?

  A: Contact GO 4 IT directly through the website to inquire about current course dates, pricing, and enrollment. We recommend booking early as program spots fill during the Colorado race season.

  Colorado's SCCA road racing school. Enroll with GO 4 IT today. https://go4itservices.com/post/best-scca-approved-racing-schools