Honda Racing School Suzuka

HRS Suzuka
Formula Class
Recruitment for the 2025 Formula Class has ended

Acquire top-level driving skills and knowledge
and aim for the world

Aiming to become a driver recognized worldwide, we focus on a select few and concentrate our efforts efficiently to reach the top.

Formula Class Step-Up Flow

Entrance Selection Meeting STEP1&2STEP1: 2 Days STEP2: 3 Days

Selection meeting aimed at selecting entrants for the Formula class

Advance Kart Course8 days

Private rental of the Suzuka Circuit Racing Course, using machines specially designed for the curriculum

Scholarship Selection Meeting4 Days

Only selected participants from the Advance Course can participate. Honda development drivers will be selected over four days of driving.

Scholarship

Join Honda's development program, the "Honda Formula Dream Project (HFDP)" and participate in various races
*Only those with excellent results in the scholarship selection meeting
(There may be no applicable candidates)

* Re-taking is generally not allowed after the Advance Course

Annual ScheduleAnnual Schedule

November December January February March April May June July August September October November December
Selection Meeting
STEP1
Selection Meeting
STEP2
Entrance Ceremony・
First
School
Formula Class
Total of 4 events (approximately 8 days)
Scholarship Selection Meeting
A total of 2 events (approximately 4 days)
November Selection Meeting STEP1
December
January
February Selection Meeting STEP2
March Entrance Ceremony・
Seat Creation
April Formula Class
Total of 4 events (approximately 8 days)
May
June
July
August
September Scholarship Selection Meeting
A total of 2 events held (approximately 4 days)
October
November  
December

Entrance ScreeningEntrance Screening

Targeting a wide range of participants, from those with go-kart experience to those experiencing 4 wheels racing for the first time, we will assess skills and suitability in two stages.

STEP1

Driving skills will be assessed over two days using the Formula Enjoy vehicle, which is an entry-level machine.

STEP1

STEP2

Using Honda Racing School Suzuka's unique formula car, a three-day program assesses driving aptitude and more.  

STEP2

Students who meet the selection criteria
will qualify for the Formula Class Advance Course

Selection Meeting Participation Conditions

Individuals under 17 years of age for the relevant year. Those with a height of approximately 160 to 180 cm who meet either of the following conditions 1 or 2.
①Limited Domestic A License Holders
② Owners of licenses equivalent to the Limited Domestic A License

Advance KartAdvance Course

Exclusive use of the Suzuka Circuit Racing Course, ensuring ample driving time. Practical skills taught that are recognized worldwide.

Acquisition of Basic Knowledge

Learn the rules and manners that form the foundation of a racing driver.

Acquisition of Basic Knowledge

Driving with Top Drivers

Rent the racing course and secure ample driving time with a team of instructors primarily consisting of active drivers.

Driving with Top Drivers

Data Analysis System

Learn how to read the data logger and utilize it in your driving while observing the differences from the instructor.

Data Analysis System

Physical Training

Under expert guidance, focus on strengthening the physical skills essential for racing drivers.

Physical Training

Scholarship Selection MeetingScholarship Selection Meeting

Elite training opportunities

A culmination of one year of driving that also serves as the selection process for obtaining a scholarship.

Elite training opportunities
Elite training opportunities

ScholarshipScholarship

Post-Graduation Support

Scholarship recipients will join Honda's development program, the "Honda Formula Dream Project (HFDP)."
You will gain the right to participate in various races as a Honda development driver.

Post-Graduation Support
Post-Graduation Support
Instructor
Sato Takuma

Formula Class Principal

Sato Takuma

Takuma Sato

Graduated from SRS-Formula (now HRS Suzuka Formula Class) in 1997.
Participated in Formula 1® from 2002 to 2008. Highest position 3rd place
Participated in the IndyCar Series® from 2010. Total of 6 wins (including 2 wins at the Indy 500)

Koji Sato
Koji Sato
Koji Sato
Hiroki Kato
Hiroki Kato
Hiroki Kato
Tomoki Nojiri
Tomoki Nojiri
Tomoki Nojiri
Ren Sato
Ren Sato
Ren Sato
Various Overviews

Entrance Selection Meeting STEP1

Purpose of Establishment Selection Meeting for Formula Class Admission
Number of Days 2 days of practical training each time
Capacity 10 people each
Target Audience Successful Candidates in Document Screening
Age Under 17
Course in Use Suzuka Circuit South Course
Admission Fee 209,000yen (tax included)
Formula Enjoy (FE1)

Entrance Selection Meeting STEP2

Purpose of Establishment Selection Meeting for Formula Class Admission
Number of Days 3 days of practical training per session
Capacity 10 people each
Target Audience Successful Candidates for Selection Step 1
Age Under 17
Course in Use Suzuka Circuit South Course
Admission Fee 308,000yen (tax included)
Vehicle Used
Formula Class School Vehicle

Advance Course

Purpose of Establishment Intensive enhancement curriculum aimed at obtaining a scholarship
Number of Days Total of 8 days (4 events in total)
Capacity 8 people
Target Audience Successful Candidates for Selection Step 2
Age Under 17
Course in Use SUZUKA CIRCUIT RACING COURSE
Admission Fee 4,510,000yen (tax included)
Vehicle Used: HRS-F24
(HRS Suzuka Training Formula Car)
School-specific vehicles aimed at high educational effectiveness.
Developed with performance and driving skill evaluation in mind for further improvement.
Equipped with the latest safety features meeting FIA standards.

Scholarship Selection Meeting

Purpose of Establishment Final Selection Meeting for Joining the Honda Development Program
Number of Days Total of 4 days (2 events)
Capacity Up to 4 people
Target Audience Selection based on the results of the Advance Course
Age Under 17
Course in Use SUZUKA CIRCUIT RACING COURSE
Admission Fee 1,001,000yen (tax included)
Vehicle Used: HRS-F24
(HRS Suzuka Training Formula Car)
School-specific vehicles aimed at high educational effectiveness.
Developed with performance and driving skill evaluation in mind for further improvement.
Equipped with the latest safety features meeting FIA standards.
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*The information is based on the 2024 fiscal year.

Contact Us

〒510-0295 Mie Prefecture, Suzuka City, Inou Town 7992 SUZUKA CIRCUIT
HRS Suzuka Office Tel. 059-378-1617 Reception Hours 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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