The Longhorn Racing Academy
San Marcos, Texas
Reviews
Jess Lester
26 Jun 2026
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Amazing experience start to finish. I gifted my husband a 2 lap drive in the Porsche 911 GT3 with the add-on recon lap with an instructor at COTA for his birthday and he was blown away! First off, the...
Amazing experience start to finish. I gifted my husband a 2 lap drive in the Porsche 911 GT3 with the add-on recon lap with an instructor at COTA for his birthday and he was blown away! First off, the booking was seamless and the team was so quick and responsive to answer my questions and provide suggestions as to which experience would be best to gift (I have no car knowledge so this was super helpful). Instructions on how to get to the event and what to expect were detailed and thorough. The event itself was so well ran and fun, even as a spectator! I was jealous I didn't purchase an experience for myself. We were really impressed with the professionalism, hospitality, and enthusiasm from the entire staff. Thank you LRA!
Jordan Bennett
24 May 2026
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Exceeded my expectations! I was there for the 5-22-26 Supercar Experience at Circuit of the Americas and selected the "drive your own car" portion of that experince. I also purchased the recon lap wh...
Exceeded my expectations! I was there for the 5-22-26 Supercar Experience at Circuit of the Americas and selected the "drive your own car" portion of that experince. I also purchased the recon lap which helped me understand where we wanted to go on the track before the laps counted against me. They let me go at my own pace. Check-In, 30 min class, 1 recon lap (stop to switch drivers), (3) lap session, 30 min car cool down, (3) lap session, 30 min cool down, and then a (4) lap final session. This was my first time taking the KR to the track and I never felt rushed or forced to push the car out of my comfort zone. I was allowed to find my rythym and even get loose a little bit! Alex was a great instructor and his coaching helped me get better with each lap. My wife was able to film from the front stretch AND in the pits. Highly recommend this to anybody that is wondering "would this be worth it?". I will never forget it!
Angela
3 Dec 2025
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What an intense experience. The track is technically challenging which makes the experience all the better. The staff is professional and working hard for everyone to have a great time. My family ha...
What an intense experience. The track is technically challenging which makes the experience all the better. The staff is professional and working hard for everyone to have a great time. My family had a thrilling time and will be back again soon. I personally enjoyed the ride along as the professional drivers know the course and navigate it flawlessly. It’s really amazing 🤩
Jessica Cain
13 May 2025
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I’ve been on track with LRA several times now (both driving and high speed ride-alongs) and each time is incredible! The driving instructors are so knowledgeable and help me push my limits safely! The...
I’ve been on track with LRA several times now (both driving and high speed ride-alongs) and each time is incredible! The driving instructors are so knowledgeable and help me push my limits safely! The staff is super fun & friendly and the selection of Supercars are always being updated with the latest and greatest models. I’ve driven at COTA and Harris Hill Raceway with LRA and both are just SO MUCH FUN!!! Can’t wait to get back out there!
Daniel Walters
23 Jun 2024
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Absolutely top notch experience! This is a very well run operation. All staff members were over and above professional, very friendly, and you could tell they were happy to be there. They really d...
Absolutely top notch experience! This is a very well run operation. All staff members were over and above professional, very friendly, and you could tell they were happy to be there. They really did a great job of making you feel welcome and letting you know that they were appreciative of your business. The classroom and in-car instruction was extremely helpful and really provided you with what you needed to have fun and not be overwhelmed. All cars were in like new condition and performed flawlessly. Driving the Porsche GT3 in particular was an other-worldly experience. I can't wait to do it again! Just so much fun.
Thanks Longhorn for giving me and my son such an amazing memory to share!
Luis Rietti
25 Jan 2018
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Amazing experience. Worth the money
Johnnathan Benitez
2 Jan 2018
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Lori K.
9 Jun 2017
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My husband absolutely loves this place! He can't stop talking about how much fun he has there. He has been there multiple times and introduced many friends to this place as well. From Jessica's ove...
My husband absolutely loves this place! He can't stop talking about how much fun he has there. He has been there multiple times and introduced many friends to this place as well. From Jessica's over the top customer service to the amazing driving instructors who keep it both fun and safe. This place has set the bar very high!
Elise Tex
23 May 2017
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While the actual experience was good, the after has been horrible, thanks to Ms. Jessica. Asides from her snickering on the phone because of the issue, the "solution" offered is laughable. Everything ...
While the actual experience was good, the after has been horrible, thanks to Ms. Jessica. Asides from her snickering on the phone because of the issue, the "solution" offered is laughable. Everything that went into this surprise, being able to have all aspects of this first time experience being all but completely ruined, has been completely downplayed on behalf of The Longhorn Racing Academy.
Janelyn Texidor
23 May 2017
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While the actual experience was good, the after has been horrible, thanks to Ms. Jessica. Asides from her snickering on the phone because of the issue, the "solution" offered is laughable. Everything ...
While the actual experience was good, the after has been horrible, thanks to Ms. Jessica. Asides from her snickering on the phone because of the issue, the "solution" offered is laughable. Everything that went into this surprise, being able to have all aspects of this first time experience being all but completely ruined, has been completely downplayed on behalf of The Longhorn Racing Academy.
Dillon Tonsi
8 Apr 2017
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Thomas P.
12 Feb 2017
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Fantastic experience! The McLaren was awesome, & so was my driving instructor. Their setup with the wireless speaker & mic in the helmet was very reassuring. I highly recommend LRA for anyone lookin...
Fantastic experience! The McLaren was awesome, & so was my driving instructor. Their setup with the wireless speaker & mic in the helmet was very reassuring. I highly recommend LRA for anyone looking for an adrenaline rush.
Beau H.
13 Apr 2016
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This is a one of a kind experience! Not only is it a great thing to be able to choose from this high caliber of vehicles but it's also great to be prepped by such fantastic driving instructors. Britne...
This is a one of a kind experience! Not only is it a great thing to be able to choose from this high caliber of vehicles but it's also great to be prepped by such fantastic driving instructors. Britney was mine. She not only was fun to learn from but she was passionate about speed racing technique! I really learned a lot from her class and use them in my daily driver in Los Angeles. Thank you for such a great time here and I look forward to coming back in the future!
Brittany Moore
21 Feb 2016
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The best instructor led racing in Austin! You won't find a better place with better cars. Want to race a McLaren, Lamborghini, Ferrari, GTR, etc.? Look no further than LRA! I was soooo impressed by th...
The best instructor led racing in Austin! You won't find a better place with better cars. Want to race a McLaren, Lamborghini, Ferrari, GTR, etc.? Look no further than LRA! I was soooo impressed by their instructors - I wouldn't go anywhere else!
Kenneth R.
23 Aug 2015
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Great place to drive your favorite exotic cars on a legit racetrack! Most recently I did their COTA driving experience and received great classroom, and in car instruction. Ultimately I was touched wh...
Great place to drive your favorite exotic cars on a legit racetrack! Most recently I did their COTA driving experience and received great classroom, and in car instruction. Ultimately I was touched when this kid in a wheelchair got to go for a ride along in his dream car as a gift from his parents; he had the biggest grin ever!
Christen Bubenik
11 Jul 2015
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Awesomeness at its best!
Jeremy P.
1 Mar 2015
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My girlfriend gave me 5 laps in my favorite car, the Nissan GT-R. Even if you have been a felonious driver since Fast & Furious 1 came out, you're still probably unprepared as I was for high performan...
My girlfriend gave me 5 laps in my favorite car, the Nissan GT-R. Even if you have been a felonious driver since Fast & Furious 1 came out, you're still probably unprepared as I was for high performance driving on Harris Hill Speedway.The morning at Longhorn Racing Academy started with brief classroom instruction, after which I took Godzilla's wheel, and Courtney, my instructor, the passenger's seat. Harris Hill Raceway is fairly technical in my opinion. No two turns are alike, and the hills force you to think about timing your inputs to coincide with forces on the car. A challenging track like this was perfect for engaging techniques I learned in the pre-driving class. I highly recommend Courtney. Her ability to give calm and clear instruction while relying on a giddy amateur's sense of self-preservation to keep the car right side up and on the track is remarkable. She is the best possible person I could have learned from. Ultimately, I improved my driving skills and experienced the raw thrill of tracking a 545hp GT-R. It was, in yelp terms, Woohoo! As good as it gets!
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Jess Lester
26 Jun 2026
Amazing experience start to finish. I gifted my husband a 2 lap drive in the Porsche 911 GT3 with the add-on recon lap with an instructor at COTA for his birthday and he was blown away! First off, the...
Amazing experience start to finish. I gifted my husband a 2 lap drive in the Porsche 911 GT3 with the add-on recon lap with an instructor at COTA for his birthday and he was blown away! First off, the booking was seamless and the team was so quick and responsive to answer my questions and provide suggestions as to which experience would be best to gift (I have no car knowledge so this was super helpful). Instructions on how to get to the event and what to expect were detailed and thorough. The event itself was so well ran and fun, even as a spectator! I was jealous I didn't purchase an experience for myself. We were really impressed with the professionalism, hospitality, and enthusiasm from the entire staff. Thank you LRA!
Jordan Bennett
24 May 2026
Exceeded my expectations! I was there for the 5-22-26 Supercar Experience at Circuit of the Americas and selected the "drive your own car" portion of that experince. I also purchased the recon lap wh...
Exceeded my expectations! I was there for the 5-22-26 Supercar Experience at Circuit of the Americas and selected the "drive your own car" portion of that experince. I also purchased the recon lap which helped me understand where we wanted to go on the track before the laps counted against me. They let me go at my own pace. Check-In, 30 min class, 1 recon lap (stop to switch drivers), (3) lap session, 30 min car cool down, (3) lap session, 30 min cool down, and then a (4) lap final session. This was my first time taking the KR to the track and I never felt rushed or forced to push the car out of my comfort zone. I was allowed to find my rythym and even get loose a little bit! Alex was a great instructor and his coaching helped me get better with each lap. My wife was able to film from the front stretch AND in the pits. Highly recommend this to anybody that is wondering "would this be worth it?". I will never forget it!
Angela
3 Dec 2025
What an intense experience. The track is technically challenging which makes the experience all the better. The staff is professional and working hard for everyone to have a great time. My family ha...
What an intense experience. The track is technically challenging which makes the experience all the better. The staff is professional and working hard for everyone to have a great time. My family had a thrilling time and will be back again soon. I personally enjoyed the ride along as the professional drivers know the course and navigate it flawlessly. It’s really amazing 🤩
Jessica Cain
13 May 2025
I’ve been on track with LRA several times now (both driving and high speed ride-alongs) and each time is incredible! The driving instructors are so knowledgeable and help me push my limits safely! The...
I’ve been on track with LRA several times now (both driving and high speed ride-alongs) and each time is incredible! The driving instructors are so knowledgeable and help me push my limits safely! The staff is super fun & friendly and the selection of Supercars are always being updated with the latest and greatest models. I’ve driven at COTA and Harris Hill Raceway with LRA and both are just SO MUCH FUN!!! Can’t wait to get back out there!
Daniel Walters
23 Jun 2024
Absolutely top notch experience! This is a very well run operation. All staff members were over and above professional, very friendly, and you could tell they were happy to be there. They really d...
Absolutely top notch experience! This is a very well run operation. All staff members were over and above professional, very friendly, and you could tell they were happy to be there. They really did a great job of making you feel welcome and letting you know that they were appreciative of your business. The classroom and in-car instruction was extremely helpful and really provided you with what you needed to have fun and not be overwhelmed. All cars were in like new condition and performed flawlessly. Driving the Porsche GT3 in particular was an other-worldly experience. I can't wait to do it again! Just so much fun.
Thanks Longhorn for giving me and my son such an amazing memory to share!
Luis Rietti
25 Jan 2018
Amazing experience. Worth the money
Johnnathan Benitez
2 Jan 2018
Lori K.
9 Jun 2017
My husband absolutely loves this place! He can't stop talking about how much fun he has there. He has been there multiple times and introduced many friends to this place as well. From Jessica's ove...
My husband absolutely loves this place! He can't stop talking about how much fun he has there. He has been there multiple times and introduced many friends to this place as well. From Jessica's over the top customer service to the amazing driving instructors who keep it both fun and safe. This place has set the bar very high!
Elise Tex
23 May 2017
While the actual experience was good, the after has been horrible, thanks to Ms. Jessica. Asides from her snickering on the phone because of the issue, the "solution" offered is laughable. Everything ...
While the actual experience was good, the after has been horrible, thanks to Ms. Jessica. Asides from her snickering on the phone because of the issue, the "solution" offered is laughable. Everything that went into this surprise, being able to have all aspects of this first time experience being all but completely ruined, has been completely downplayed on behalf of The Longhorn Racing Academy.
Janelyn Texidor
23 May 2017
While the actual experience was good, the after has been horrible, thanks to Ms. Jessica. Asides from her snickering on the phone because of the issue, the "solution" offered is laughable. Everything ...
While the actual experience was good, the after has been horrible, thanks to Ms. Jessica. Asides from her snickering on the phone because of the issue, the "solution" offered is laughable. Everything that went into this surprise, being able to have all aspects of this first time experience being all but completely ruined, has been completely downplayed on behalf of The Longhorn Racing Academy.
Dillon Tonsi
8 Apr 2017
Thomas P.
12 Feb 2017
Fantastic experience! The McLaren was awesome, & so was my driving instructor. Their setup with the wireless speaker & mic in the helmet was very reassuring. I highly recommend LRA for anyone lookin...
Fantastic experience! The McLaren was awesome, & so was my driving instructor. Their setup with the wireless speaker & mic in the helmet was very reassuring. I highly recommend LRA for anyone looking for an adrenaline rush.
Beau H.
13 Apr 2016
This is a one of a kind experience! Not only is it a great thing to be able to choose from this high caliber of vehicles but it's also great to be prepped by such fantastic driving instructors. Britne...
This is a one of a kind experience! Not only is it a great thing to be able to choose from this high caliber of vehicles but it's also great to be prepped by such fantastic driving instructors. Britney was mine. She not only was fun to learn from but she was passionate about speed racing technique! I really learned a lot from her class and use them in my daily driver in Los Angeles. Thank you for such a great time here and I look forward to coming back in the future!
Brittany Moore
21 Feb 2016
The best instructor led racing in Austin! You won't find a better place with better cars. Want to race a McLaren, Lamborghini, Ferrari, GTR, etc.? Look no further than LRA! I was soooo impressed by th...
The best instructor led racing in Austin! You won't find a better place with better cars. Want to race a McLaren, Lamborghini, Ferrari, GTR, etc.? Look no further than LRA! I was soooo impressed by their instructors - I wouldn't go anywhere else!
Kenneth R.
23 Aug 2015
Great place to drive your favorite exotic cars on a legit racetrack! Most recently I did their COTA driving experience and received great classroom, and in car instruction. Ultimately I was touched wh...
Great place to drive your favorite exotic cars on a legit racetrack! Most recently I did their COTA driving experience and received great classroom, and in car instruction. Ultimately I was touched when this kid in a wheelchair got to go for a ride along in his dream car as a gift from his parents; he had the biggest grin ever!
Christen Bubenik
11 Jul 2015
Awesomeness at its best!
Jeremy P.
1 Mar 2015
My girlfriend gave me 5 laps in my favorite car, the Nissan GT-R. Even if you have been a felonious driver since Fast & Furious 1 came out, you're still probably unprepared as I was for high performan...
My girlfriend gave me 5 laps in my favorite car, the Nissan GT-R. Even if you have been a felonious driver since Fast & Furious 1 came out, you're still probably unprepared as I was for high performance driving on Harris Hill Speedway.The morning at Longhorn Racing Academy started with brief classroom instruction, after which I took Godzilla's wheel, and Courtney, my instructor, the passenger's seat. Harris Hill Raceway is fairly technical in my opinion. No two turns are alike, and the hills force you to think about timing your inputs to coincide with forces on the car. A challenging track like this was perfect for engaging techniques I learned in the pre-driving class. I highly recommend Courtney. Her ability to give calm and clear instruction while relying on a giddy amateur's sense of self-preservation to keep the car right side up and on the track is remarkable. She is the best possible person I could have learned from. Ultimately, I improved my driving skills and experienced the raw thrill of tracking a 545hp GT-R. It was, in yelp terms, Woohoo! As good as it gets!
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