Over 100 course dates planned for 2026

LEXINGTON, Ohio (Feb. 2, 2026) – Enrollments for course dates opened today for The Mid-Ohio School’s 34th season which gets underway next month. The full 2026 schedule is available at midohioschool.com, and customers can register online or by calling 419-884-4000.  

The Mid-Ohio School offers professional driving and riding instruction to drivers and motorcyclists of wide-ranging skill. Courses are customized for inexperienced teenage drivers to learn life-saving defensive driving techniques while also offering professional racers programs and coaching to get an extra edge on their competition.

The popular Teen Defensive Driving Program classes begin April 11-12 while High Performance driving and racing courses start later that month. The Mid-Ohio School also offers Performance Track Riding days for sportbike owners, plus Open Test & Tune twilight events for drivers to take their personal street-legal cars or race cars on track for some lapping.

“In 2026, The Mid-Ohio School continues to set the standard for driver and rider education,” said Sonny Gee, director of The Mid-Ohio School. “From the first lap to the final session, our participants experience hands-on coaching tailored to their goals, backed by the expertise of instructors who compete and teach at the highest level. We’re proud to offer programs which improve performance in the moment, and empower drivers and riders with skills they’ll rely on for a lifetime on the highway and on the racetrack alike.”

Sportbikes take to the 2.4-mile, 15-turn road course for the first time with a full-day Performance Track Riding session on May 4. The Corporate Driving Experience features fleet training to entertaining team building events which can also be booked on select dates. 

Additional sponsors of The Mid-Ohio School include long-time partners Malco, Quality Inn & Suites and Sunoco.

The Mid-Ohio School uses a fleet of Acura ILXs, Honda Civics and Honda S2000s all custom-fitted with Hawk Brake pads and Summit Racing products to maximize the driving experience. Two vehicles are also equipped with skid systems to practice car control techniques for oversteer and understeer situations often encountered in inclement weather conditions.

With a comprehensive lineup of programs and experiences in 2026, The Mid-Ohio School invites drivers and riders of all levels to sharpen their skills and start the year with confidence.