Get behind the wheel of a rally-prepped Subaru STI or BRZ… No experience necessary.
Mill Run Day
Starting: $2399
Were you ready for more laps after your last Three Day program? Here is your chance to get back behind the wheel on a modified version of everyone’s favorite course: The Mill Run. After a morning of warm-up and refreshing rally techniques, students spend the afternoon on the Mill Run Circuit with our infamous instructors alongside to bring students to the next level all while ensuring maximum fun. Click here for a virtual tour of our property. Click here for course goals and driving techniques. Learn more about Rally car and drivetrain options by clicking here.
Note: Because of the advanced techniques in this course, students must first complete a Three Day program. Please contact our Sales Department at 866-285-1332 for availability.
Subaru BRZ RWD
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Subaru STI AWD
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Three Day Advanced
Starting: $4999
After successful completion of our Three Day program, we’ll push the limits even further. Picking up where the Three Day leaves off, participants will experience more elaborate instruction, more technical exercises and higher speeds, with the goal to extract the most from the longest courses we offer. Using areas and courses only seen on this advanced program, students are able to push their abilities using almost every square inch of road we have. Buckle up… it’s going to be an unforgettable drive! Click here for a virtual tour of our property. Click here for course goals and driving techniques. Learn more about Rally car and drivetrain options by clicking here.
Note: Because of the advanced techniques in this course, students must first complete a Three Day program. Please contact our Sales Department at 866-285-1332 for availability.
Subaru BRZ RWD
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Subaru STI AWD
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Private
Starting: $2299
Our standard programs provide an excellent training platform and a fantastic way to learn superior car control in an environment which is structured but also relaxed. However, if the desire is one-on-one instruction, our Private Training programs are an excellent option. The simplest explanation of what these programs provide is an instructor, a prepared car (either all-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive), on a course tailored to the needs of the student. This allows freedom to work on particular techniques and progress at the speed of success without the distraction of a full class. Ranging from shorter sessions to multi-day programs, each Private Instruction curriculum is custom-designed for each student.
Private Training programs are tailored per student and allow flexible scheduling convenience seven days per week, year round. Please contact our Sales Department at 866-285-1332 for availability.
Find out why our Three Day is our most popular program and book now!
FUNdamentals
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Experience the excitement of car control at a level most only dream about! Learn what takes to handle an all-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive car on loose surfaces. We offer Two Hour, Half Day and One Day classes programs. Check DirtFish off of your bucket list!
A high performance car and three hundred acres to use it… the dream of every enthusiast! Our One Day, Two Day and best-selling Three Day programs focus on pushing students to extract everything possible from a prepared car on a slippery surface.
“I can say without a doubt that Dirtfish has made me a better desert racer. Even though I race a different type of vehicle, the skills I learned at DirtFish can easily be applied to my type of racing. I have made DirtFish an integral part of my training program. Three weeks before heading to Mexico for the Baja 500, I spent three full days with Michelle Miller for one-on-one private instruction. Michelle pushed me to go faster while working on fine tuning my car control skills. The instruction I received from Michelle was fundamental in taking 1st place in my class at the Baja 500 Desert Race. “
Dallas Luttrell Off-Road Racer DirtFish Alumni
“If you are looking for a high quality Rally Experience with the most up-to-date rally cars, then DirtFish is your place, AWD and RWD fun for all. USA’s one stop for Rally and RallyX training with the best cars and instructors.”
David Higgins SRT USA Driver Instructor DirtFish Alumni
VIP Upgrade Program Want to double your seat time? Our standard classes are designed with time in and out of the car in order to soak up the learning experience and enjoy watching rally cars in action. While we strongly feel time out of the car is nearly as beneficial as in it, we understand the burning urge to get more time behind the wheel. Our VIP Upgrade is an opportunity for students to purchase both seats rather than share a car with another student, as is our standard practice. The VIP Upgrade can be added to any class, please ask our Sales Department for more information.
Capture your DirtFish experience. Want to relive your rally experience over and over? Want to make your own GoPro edit? We provide GoPro rentals for nearly every class and with mounts secured in all the best locations on the cars. You’re sure to capture some impressive footage.
Signature Photography PackageOur Signature Photography Package is included with every class! A professional photographer will take photos at prime locations throughout your Driving Program and will enhance your best action shots. After your rallying concludes, you will be sent an email containing a link to download your photos.
Mill Run Day Course Goals
Further refinement of:
Weight Transfer
Throttle Management
Left Foot Braking
Adapt to Understeer and Oversteer
Induce and Correct Slides
Drive the Proper Rally Line
How to Maximize Traction
Trailbreaking
Pendulum Turns
Linking Corners
Recognize Limits
Recognize and Adapt to Different Surfaces
Driving Real Roads
Understanding and Using Pace Notes
One Day Advanced Course Goals
Understand Weight Transfer
Throttle Management
Left Foot Braking
Adapt to Understeer and Oversteer
Induce and Correct Slides
Drive the Proper Rally Line
How to Maximize Traction
Trailbreaking
Pendulum Turns
Adapt to Changing Conditions
Recognize and Adapt to Different Surfaces
Recognize Limits
Subaru Impreza STI Sedan & Hatchback
Subaru Impreza STI Sedan & Hatchback Features
Roll Cage:
Every rally car requires a welded-in safety cage. The roll cages in our cars are built in-house from scratch.
Racing Seats:
Driver and co-driver need to be firmly mounted to the structure of the vehicle. The use of hinged-back seats in rally vehicles is prohibited in rally and most forms of racing.
Racing Harnesses:
Safety first. A minimum of a 5-point harness is required by all American rally sanctioning bodies. The 5 points consist of 2 shoulder harness, 2 lap belts and a single anti-submarine belt (not shown).
Handbrake:
Most rally cars use a hydraulic handbrake. The purpose of the handbrake maneuver is to turn a car around a very tight corner by locking up the rear wheels aiding in the rotation of the car around the corner.
Engine:
Our Subaru STi’s use a 2.5 liter 4-cylinder Turbo-charged Boxer engine.
Drive train:
The Subaru STi is equipped with an advanced all-wheel-drive system with an active center differential.
Gravel Rally Tires:
Being a rally school, we spend most of our time on gravel roads. To maximize the learning experience, we outfit all of our cars with the latest gravel rally tires for maximum traction.
Method Rally Wheels:
It is very important to have a durably strong, yet lightweight rally wheel that can hold up to constant abuse, rocks, rough roads and punctures. At DirtFish, we use and trust Method Race Wheels.
Suspension:
Rally is rarely on a perfectly smooth roads, because of that rally cars require suspension that can take the abuse. We choose to use Reiger rally suspension on our cars.
Brakes:
Rally cars commonly use a 15″ rally wheel. In order for the wheels to fit on our Subaru STi’s, we had to convert them to a Group N brake setup.
Underbody Protection:
Driving at high speeds over variable surfaces can easily damage parts. With the constant spray of gravel that gets thrown at them, skid plates and urethane underbody protection help with the longevity of the underbody of the cars.
Features:
4 cylinder, turbocharged engine
6 speed manual transmission
All wheel drive with active differentials
Multi-point roll cage
Custom engine mapping
Improved high-flow exhaust
Reinforced suspension points
Reiger rally suspension
Group N brakes, racing pads and fluid
Hydraulic hand brake
15″ Method rally wheels
Gravel rally tires
Complete underbody protection
5- or 6-point racing harnesses
Rally intercom system
Subaru BRZ
Subaru BRZ Features
Roll Cage:
Every rally car requires a welded-in safety cage. The roll cages in our cars are built in-house from scratch.
Racing Seats:
Driver and co-driver need to be firmly mounted to the structure of the vehicle. The use of hinged-back seats in rally vehicles is prohibited in rally and most forms of racing.
Racing Harnesses:
Safety first. A minimum of a 5-point harness is required by all American rally sanctioning bodies. The 5 points consist of 2 shoulder harness, 2 lap belts and a single anti-submarine belt (not shown).
Handbrake:
Most rally cars use a hydraulic handbrake. The purpose of the handbrake maneuver is to turn a car around a very tight corner by locking up the rear wheels to aid the rotation of the car around the corner.
Engine:
The Subary BRZ is powered by a 2.0 liter naturally aspirated Boxer engine.
Drive train:
The Subaru BRZ is rear-wheel-drive and equipped with a limited slip differential.
Gravel Rally Tires:
Being a rally school, we spend most of our time on gravel roads. To maximize the learning experience, we outfit all of our cars with the latest gravel rally tires for maximum traction.
Method Rally Wheels:
It is very important to have a durably strong, yet lightweight rally wheel that can hold up to constant abuse, rocks, rough roads and punctures. At DirtFish, we use and trust Method Race Wheels.
Suspension:
Rally is rarely on a perfectly smooth roads, because of that rally cars require suspension that can take the abuse. We choose to use Reiger rally suspension on our cars.
Brakes:
Rally cars commonly use a 15″ rally wheel. Luckily with the Subaru BRZ’s, the stock brake system is more than adequate for our programs.
Underbody Protection:
Driving at high speeds over variable surfaces can easily damage parts. With the constant spray of gravel that gets thrown at them, skid plates and urethane underbody protection help with the longevity of the underbody of the cars.
Features:
Naturally aspirated 2.0 Liter Boxer engine
6 speed manual transmission and Automatic transmission with paddle shifters
Rear wheel drive
Multi-point roll cage
Improved high-flow exhaust
Hydraulic handbrake
15″ Method rally wheels
Gravel rally tires
Complete underbody protection
5-point racing harness
Racing seats
Rally intercom
Three Day Course Goals
Understand Weight Transfer
Throttle Management
Left Foot Braking
Adapt to Understeer and Oversteer
Induce and Correct Slides
Drive the Proper Rally Line
Straight Line Braking
How to Maximize Traction
Trail Braking
Adapt to Changing Conditions
Pendulum Turns
Linking Corners Together
Recognize and Adapt to Different Surfaces
Recognize Limits
Driving Real Roads
Basic Understanding of Rally Navigation
One Day Winter Experience
Program for the day:
9:00
Sign in and introduction
9:30
Group 1 – ABS braking exercise in WRX
Group 2 – Weight transfer slalom course in BRZ
10:15
Morning coffee break
10:30
Group 1 – Weight transfer slalom course in BRZ
Group 2 – ABS braking exercise in WRX
11:15
Group 1 – BRZ course – Car control and longer drifts
Group 2 – WRX course – Scandinavian flicks
12:15
Lunch served by our Swedish chef
1:30
Group 1 – WRX course – Car control and longer drifts
Group 2 – BRZ course – Scandinavian flicks
2:30
Afternoon coffee break
2:45
Groups 1 & 2 – Full course driving with BRZ and WRX
4:00
Ride alongs with the instructors
5:00
After drive, in the bar of Chanticleer Inn
Winter Experience
Three Day Advanced Course Goals
Understand Weight Transfer
Throttle Management
Left Foot Braking
Adapt to Understeer and Oversteer
Induce and Correct Slides
Drive the Proper Rally Line
Straight Line Braking
How to Maximize Traction
Trail Braking
Adapt to Changing Conditions
Pendulum Turns
Proper Use of the Hand Brake
Recognize and Adapt to Different Surfaces
Recognize Limits
Driving Real Roads
Basic Understanding of Rally Navigation
Handbrake with Downshift
Linking Corners
Acute Corners
Overlapping Pedal Inputs
Reading Roads
Processing Pace Notes
Two Day Course Goals
Understand Weight Transfer
Throttle Management
Left Foot Braking
Adapt to Understeer and Oversteer
Induce and Correct Slides
Drive the Proper Rally Line
Straight Line Braking
How to Maximize Traction
Trail Braking
Adapt to Changing Conditions
Pendulum Turns
Proper Use of the Hand Brake
Recognize and Adapt to Different Surfaces
Recognize Limits
One Day Course Goals
Understand Weight Transfer
Throttle Management
Left Foot Braking
Adapt to Understeer and Oversteer
Induce and Correct Slides
Drive the Proper Rally Line
Straight Line Braking
How to Maximize Traction
Trail Braking
Adapt to Changing Conditions
Half-Day Course Goals
Understand Weight Transfer
Throttle Management
Left Foot Braking
Adapt to Understeer and Oversteer
Induce and Correct Slides
Understand the Proper Rally Line
Straight Line Braking
How to Maximize Traction
Two Hour Course Goals
Understand Weight Transfer
Throttle Management
Left Foot Braking
Adapt to Understeer and Oversteer
Induce and Correct Slides
Understand the Proper Rally Line
What are some of the differences between All-Wheel Drive and Rear-Wheel Drive?
Subaru BRZ RWD (Rear-Wheel Drive)
Subaru WRX STI AWD (All-Wheel Drive)
All-Wheel Drive cars have more traction (naturally) and can therefore attain higher speeds in a shorter space, but require very precise driving to extract the most from them. Rear-Wheel Drive is quite challenging, requiring a lot of throttle control and very smooth inputs. It’s incredibly fun and sideways, and the ability to successfully handle a Rear-Wheel Drive car through slippery rally conditions is quite rewarding. Both are incredibly fun, and will increase your driving ability and car control beyond what’s possible on a track.
A birds-eye view of DirtFish Rally School.
Below you will find an aerial view of the DirtFish property. Go through and check out the courses you’ll be driving on during your driving program! View everything from The Slalom all the way up to our longest course, the Advanced Mill Run!
