About

NatSKA

Who we are

NatSKA was set up in 1971, with the objective of opening up competitive but affordable kart racing to as many schoolchildren as possible. Its alumni have progressed to race in the GT World Challenge Endurance Cup, British Touring Car Championship and work in F1!

For over 50 years, The National Schools & Youth Group Karting Association has been opening the doors to motorsport for young people aged 8 to 18, removing the financial barriers that too often prevent children from ever getting a chance to compete. Our schools-based championship, operated entirely by volunteers - parents, teachers & former drivers, giving their time and energy, provides students with an accessible and inclusive route into karting. Apart from the thrills of driving fast, it nurtures invaluable skills in the young people such as engineering, media, respect for authority, teamwork and sportsmanship - regardless of background or family income.

To read about our 50 year history, please click below

NatSKA operates a championship series, which runs through the academic year, culminating with our National Sprint Championships in July, where the season long champion is crowned and drivers compete to be the National Sprint Champion and received the coveted 'S' plate! We normally hold around 12 race meetings a year, operating as far north as Rowrah, in Cumbria and as far south as Lydd, in Kent – with many other venues in between. You can check out our calendar here.

We currently have eight different classes of karts, from cadets (8 years) up to 70mph 125cc junior max. There is a class to suit all budgets and levels of ability. Running costs are not high and race entry fees are also very reasonable. NatSKA provides an excellent path for students wishing to enter motorsport, media and various forms of engineering – with many of our alumni going on to study Motorsport Engineering at University (and on to work for formula one teams and other types of car racing).

Students can join NatSKA at the age of 8 years and can race to 31st August after they leave full time education (usually 18 years). Joining is easy and only requires your school or youth group to become members of NatSKA. We can even arrange to “buddy” you up with an existing team while you find your feet!

If you would like more information about us and what we do, please contact us

What We Do

Our Classes

NatSKA have several classes of kart ranging from cadet to Junior Max. Please see our latest handbook in our downloads section for full details of all available classes.