Here at Teamworks, we’re revving our engines for the upcoming Formula 1 season, kicking off on the 5th March in Sakhir. If, like us, you have a need for speed, you’re probably on top of the latest news – but we thought we’d draw everything together into one convenient place. After all, making sure things run as smoothly as possible for you is sort of our thing.
More Races Than Ever
The race calendar has continued to expand after the changes that were brought in to handle COVID, and the current calendar is the biggest-ever, with a whopping 23 races scheduled for the upcoming season. (Last year there were only 22, after the Russian GP was cancelled.)
Not having enough races is an issue close to our heart here at Teamworks, which is why we designed our Unlimited Karting package to make sure a visit to our track always leaves you satisfied. For the Karters who just can’t get enough, Monday nights at our karting venues provides a solution for drivers who are sixteen years or older.
The Dream Team
Red Bull aren’t changing their line-up this year, which makes three seasons in a row with Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez behind the wheel. Mercedes are following suit, with Lewis Hamilton and George Russell, while Ferrari are sticking with Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz.
If your dream team is feeling the itch to put the pedal to the metal, you might want to consider our Team Racing package, which is perfect for adult groups of 30+ drivers. You’ll be guided through qualifying rounds followed by a 2 hour Le Mans style race – it’s the ultimate corporate event.
Reinventing the Wheel
F1 teams will have been putting the finishing touches on their new cars – after all, they should have been ready to run by the 25th February. With Red Bull launching theirs on February 3rd, F1 fans have been given plenty of time to anticipate the upcoming season. In 2022, a new set of rules were introduced to ensure “dirty air” was kept to a minimum without affecting the aerodynamics too much.
The cars were only a second slower overall in comparison to 2021, a gap which was largely addressed by their pace in the higher-speed corners. However, porpoising and bouncing caused discomfort and visibility issues for the drivers. In 2023, the FIA has introduced changes to mitigate that, ensuring wild oscillations are kept in check.
At Teamworks, our karts are fast! Our adult karts can hit 40mph, while our cadet karts can reach up to 25mph. We’ll always start a karting session with a security briefing to make sure everybody on the track is driving safely. We also have Public Liability Insurance and Risk Assessments – if your business or school requires those documents, you can get in touch with your Event co-ordinator or email info@teamworkskarting.com and we can send them over.
Ready to reach out to Teamworks? Get set to find out more about our packages and to book one of our adrenaline-pumping events while you wait for the F1 season to start. Contact us today!
Don’t let them drive you up the wall this coming half term! It’s tough coming up with new ideas for the kids. But is it really going to be bowling or a visit to a soft play centre, just because you do it every holiday.
Why chose Teamworks Karting?
1. Indoor Karting is one of the cooleset things you can do! Dream of being Lewis Hamilton!
2: Half term sees some great deals including £35 on Tuesdays!
3: Our Letchworth, Mansfield and Birmingham venues also have Laser Tag….buy both events and save!
4: Boys AND Girls love Karting and Laser Tag.
5: Adults can sit back and enjoy a fantastic Latte or Cappucino in comfort while the kids are out on track!
6: Our Birmingham, Halesowen and Northampton sites have state of the art simulators!
Teamworks Karting is the ultimate place to spend some time with the kids this half term. Take the stress out of planning and contact us for the ultimate day out! Keep up to date with our best offers here www.teamworkskarting.com/offers
Learn how to race, using the same software as F1 teams use to train their drivers! The 1-hour Simulator Racing Grand Prix is suitable for children or adults, with up to 10 drivers racing simultaneously. After an initial briefing you’ll be in the driving seat at the controls of your own racing car for practice & qualifying. A series of 10-minute races with grid starts culminates in a Grand Final where you can put your race skills into practice! All drivers receive personalised telemetry printouts. Fully licensed bar available for over 18s too! Check this great option out at Birmingham, Letchworth and Northampton! Fastest lap winner each money, wins a £50 cash prize! Check out the current fastest laps and come down and race to see if you can walk away with the bragging rights and £50! Fastest Laps
The West Midlands has a huge amount going for it! And Karting is one of them. Teamworks Karting loves the West Midlands. Our Head Office is in Birmingham and we boast 2 epic indoor Karting venues.
Our flagship venue, and Birmingham’s ONLY City centre karting venue. If you are staying in Birmingham City Centre, this track is the only Birmingham track you can walk to!
Featuring EPIC karts, a HUGE indoor circuit, conference and meeting rooms, a licensed bar, a Racing Simulator Centre and Epic Laser Tag! No need to leave after just one event. Stay the day and try them all.
Just six miles from Birmingham City Centre and also perfectly located for racers from Wolverhampton, Dudley, and the West of Birmingham. Teamworks Karting Birmingham (West) is one which gets the petrol heads doing laps of pure adrenaline! Drive above your fellow competitors, with an epic flyover and then race through our very own tunnel inspired by the Monaco F1 circuit. This is the track to choose if you are bringing younger kids, as our dedicated fleet of Cadet karts means we can race kids who meet a minimum height limit of just 125cm.
Our Operations Director has raced in multiple race series, from Karting to Rally and has won several championships. Here he shares some pointers to ensure you have a top day out karting, with Teamworks Karting!
1: Listen to the track staff
Our team go karting every day! We know the braking zones and the best overtaking place. We are also keen to make sure that you are safe.
2: Respect your karts
These are some serious pieces of kit. The fastest way around the track is not to throw them around or into other karts or the barriers
3: Learn the track
Everyone gets a practice, so spend the first lap getting used to your kart and the track. Once comfortable, it is then time to put your foot flat!
4: Steer smoothly
Smooth steering means less friction which means a faster kart.
5: Concentrate
Be aware of what you are doing and what your competitors are doing. Respond quickly to karts in front of you. It may be your only chance to pass (or not crash)
6: Bring some credit card!
Our cafes and bars are great places to keep fuelled for your day! Indulge in some fantastic Pizzas during your event and enjoy a pint with us, after you race!
That was the best party ever! We hear it every weekend at our five circuits! After enjoying some fantastic karting or some unbelievable laser tag or some knock out racing in our Racing Simulators, use one of our amazing themed party rooms for the ultimate end to the party.
This is the time parents can RELAX! Relax?
We can hear you laughing.
But at Teamworks Karting, you can avoid all the usual stress, as we take care of everything!
Sumptuous food, drinks, organising the presents and making sure that the cake is lit on time! We really do take the stress out of birthday parties! Call our Events Team on 01217036160 so we can help you organise a kid’s party to rival them all.
For those with a ‘green’ conscience – electric karts! Electric you say? Yep!….the UK’s fastest indoor karts. Surprisingly quick because of their powerful motors, Teamworks Karting’s Hertfordshire track is a sensational facility that is well worth the visit. The venue also has a Laser Tag arena and Racing Simulators, so if you are looking for a complete package then this venue is certainly worth a look. Race from just 8 years old!
We run both Electric and Petrol karts at Teamworks Karting and most people ask “Are Electric karts slower?” The answer is a resounding “NO” While electric karts are slightly heavier, they have significantly more power. In addition, due to the nature of electric motors, the power is much more instant and the performance of the kart is more responsive. The net effect is that they are completely comparable and particularly on tight and twisty tracks will in fact be quicker. Many of our customers prefer electric because they don’t leave our venues with their ears ringing and the clothes smelling of fumes. For us….the switch to electric has never been more simple.
Corporate Away Days – A free day off work? A social nightmare? The chance to beat your colleagues in some macho event? An opportunity for Management to develop better inter team relationships?
Teamworks Karting runs two Midland’s Karting venues, one Northampton and one Hertfordshire venue, two of which have Laser Tag arenas! Karting, to many, conjures up images of macho guys in dirty racesuits, trying to prove they could be the next Lewis Hamilton. Laser Tag, surely that is just for kids? Think again.
Teamworks Karting operates state of the art kart circuits, laser tag arenas, gives racers immaculate race suits, houses impressive conference facilities and offers sumptuous catering options. We even have bars! The first question our dedicated Events team will ask prospective corporate customer, is “Why?” To make the most of a corporate away day, it is essential Event Organisers know why they are bringing the team out of the office. There are loads of reasons, from “Stress busting”, teams hitting target, an away from the desk brainstorm. Once the reasons why are sorted, our Events team will guide prospective customers to a format which suits the companies requirements. If pure relaxation is the purpose of the day, formats to suit will be constructed to encourage people to participate in a fun event, rather than think about work. If the team need to brainstorm, we will ask you to consider using the meeting rooms, with a clear beginning, middle and end of the day, usually including some Karting or Laser Tag. Teamworks Karting try to break the mode of formulaic, dull and often unproductive away days where the same people every year create the same agenda. Check out our testimonials to see how this is working for some great companies and then call our Events team on 01217036160!
Pertemps Network Group has won the ‘Most Effective Team Motivation Event’ at the Recruiter Investing in Talent Awards 2017.
The award recognised the huge success the annual Pertemps Network Group Go-Karting Championships, run at Teamworks Karting circuits, achieves in motivating teams to perform even better across the group.
The judging panel, comprising leading experts and specialists from the world of business and recruitment, was highly impressed with the fact that the event involved all teams and divisions, creating enhanced team bonding, motivation and competitiveness.
For the five years the event has been running, Pertemps Network Group has seen an increase in both turnover and profit. The company also expects to see a longer-term return on investment, in building a chain of impact, developing customer service skills through networking and developing confidence and competitiveness with the goal of creating future leaders promoted from within.
Pertemps is also confident that the Go-Karting Championships will enhance retention with participants who took part in this year’s event giving positive feedback, agreeing that their motivation had improved following participation.
Dee Doke, Editor of Recruiter, said: “Just when we think there has never been a more critical time for recruiters to demonstrate their expertise and commitment in their sectors, yet another scenario unfolds in which the focus is even more on how recruiters can serve their clients – in this case, Brexit. And to provide clients with the very best services in these uncertain times, recruiters must get creative about motivating, inspiring and retaining the people who fuel their businesses to ever greater heights.”
| Minimum Height & Age | Karting | Laser Tag | Simulators | Bambino Karts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham (City) | 147cm & 8 years | 6 years | 6 years | |
| Birmingham (West) | 125cm & 8 years | |||
| Letchworth | 125cm & 8 years | 6 years | 6 years | |
| East Midlands | 125cm & 8 years | 6 years | ||
| Northampton | 125cm & 8 years | 6 years | ||
| York | 125cm & 8 years | 4 years |
Laser Players or Simulator Drivers who are under 12 must be accompanied by a responsible adult, over the age of 18
Kart Drivers who are under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult, over the age of 18
