Be a SIKA Volunteer!

So, you're interested in karting. You must be, or you wouldn't be browsing this web site.

Why Volunteer?
There are many aspects to being involved with kart racing. Driving, crewing, sitting in the stands and watching, or BECOMING A VOLUNTEER RACE OFFICIAL.

Many people become interested in a sport or social activity because a friend, family member or other associate introduced them. On the other hand you may have an interest in something and not know how to go about getting on the "inside." I can tell you that many motorsport volunteers and competitors have wandered out to a race track and found themselves involved in a sport and a family that they never expected.

Kart racing is much easier than you can imagine to get caught up in. Many of our drivers, past & present, started coming to the track as spectators, then found themselves track-side, waving flags or acting as a turn marshal, helping in timing and scoring, or one of many other volunteer positions. From there they moved into the drivers seat and now have a deep gratitude for the volunteers that make it possible for them to compete. Some volunteers have been manning corners or other positions for many years. If you always wanted to get a little closer to the action there is a place for you.

A Rewarding Experience
The rewards are not monetary, but they are numerous. The friendships you build can last a lifetime. Our volunteers come in all ages, shapes & sizes. From 16 to 60+, there is a track-side job for everyone. Under 16's can get involved in manning gates, running messages and helping in administrative jobs. From the front gate to the Race Starter, everyone is a volunteer. Of course, volunteers get free admission, and have their refreshments and lunches provided.
 

Many Positions Available
Positions include security, registration, pre-grid (getting the karts lined up to go out on the track), technical inspection, PA announcing, timing and scoring (computerized), starter, turn marshals, and weigh scale operator.

If you watch racing on TV, take a note next time of all the folks you see flagging. You may notice the different coloured flags they use to communicate with drivers and each other. Learning those flags is just part of the track marshals training program that is free for volunteers interested in getting involved at our races. Trained, experienced track marshals from local clubs may then be eligible to work at professional races such as the Molson Indy Vancouver through volunteer organizations such as META.

Act Now
Interested? Get a hold of us and we'll be happy to introduce you to our racing family. Racing events, Marshal training and Race Driver Training start at our first event in April each year. Don't put it off another year, tell your friends, "I'm going racing."

Call John at 250-494-1497

True, but shamelessly plagiarized from the Sports Car Club of BC.