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Champions of the Future Academy Program
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The Champions of the Future Academy Program is a premier Arrive and Drive international karting series designed to develop the next generation of motorsport talent. Created by RGMMC and aligned with FIA sporting standards, the program combines elite competition with comprehensive driver education—offering young racers the experience and global exposure needed to launch professional careers while controlling costs.
Featuring three competitive categories—Mini 60, OK-N Junior, and OK-N Senior—the Academy brings together rising stars from around the world to compete in world-class events across the globe. Including on-track racing, physical training, workshops, and media day, making it a complete development platform for future champions.
Whether you’re an aspiring driver or sponsor, the Champions of the Future Academy is where the next generation begins.
“With so much momentum building around F1 Academy, we must continue to strengthen the pipeline of talent coming into our sport. We look forward to this collaboration with Champions of The Future which will create a clear pathway from karting into F1 Academy. COTFA will operate a lottery system for the chassis and engines plus implement a fixed budget, giving us the opportunity to identify the top talent across all age groups. We will also provide the best in the senior category with an F1 Academy test, giving them a chance to prove themselves to our teams. Champions of the Future shares F1 Academy’s vision to increase female participation, create opportunity and allow clear progression up the motorsport ladder.”
COTFA - WORLDWIDE
OUR Programs
The International Series is a multi-continental competition, using CIK-FIA homologated equipment.
A two-round championship held in the United Arab Emirates, following the same format as the international series.
This new event created by the RGMMC Group to extend the Champions of the Future Academy Program to Asia.
Four race weekends, each held over three days, running with CIK-FIA homologated equipment.
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why race cotfa?
The Champions of the Future Academy Program is designed to offer young drivers a world-class racing experience with a strong focus on development, exposure, and affordability. Here’s why it stands out:
🏁 Elite Competition
Compete against top young talents from across the globe in a highly professional and competitive environment, using CIK-FIA homologated material.
🌍 International Exposure
Race at renowned circuits and gain visibility in front of sponsors, and talent scouts from higher motorsport categories.
💸 Cost-Controlled & Affordable
The Academy Program is structured with strict cost controls to ensure fair competition and keep participation costs relatively low compared to other international karting series. This makes it an ideal choice for families and teams looking for maximum value without compromising on quality.
📈 Career Development
The program serves as a proven pathway to higher levels of motorsport, including OK/OKJ, FIA Karting, and even Formula 4. Many successful drivers have been on this journey.
🧠 Education & Growth
Drivers receive not only race experience but also lessons from Formula medicine and media professionalism—all vital for a successful career.
🔧 Top-Level Equipment
Access to competitive, well-maintained karts, engines, and technical support, ensuring a level playing field for all participants.
🤝 Networking & Support
Build lasting connections with teams, coaches, and industry professionals who can support your progress through the motorsport ranks.
whats the weekend format?
- Thursday collection of material
- Friday free practice all day
- Saturday – Free practice, time qualifying, 2 heats and a Final
- Sunday – Free practice, time qualifying, 2 heats and a Final
F1 ACADEMY DISCOVER YOUR DRIVE SELECTION PROCESS
- We are looking for talented drivers with experience in karting to represent F1 Academy Discover Your Drive at the Champions of the Future Academy Program 2025.
- 3 drivers in each class will be selected to represent F1 Academy Discover Your Drive and receive a 30% discount on entry fees.
- To be eligible for the selection process you must sign up before the 7th of January to the 2026 Champions of the Future Academy Program.
- If you don’t get selected for 2026 you can still compete in the Champions of the Future Academy Program, improve your skills and try again at the end of 2026.
What is the material used
The Champions of the Future Academy Program elected chassis and engine suppliers will be Parolin powered by TM Kart Engines for the Mini class, and Kart Republic powered by IAME for the Junior and Senior classes.
How do we ensure fair play
Ensuring equal material and fairness is the highest priority of the series. After each day all the engines are returned to the manufacturer to be checked and re-distributed via a lottery.
The manufacturers are onsite to provide technical support and help you with any quesitons you may have.
Whats included in the package?
Those drivers signed up for the year receive a race suit, kart, awning space, trolley and work bench, tires and fuel.
The driver must provide their own mechanic and tools. Onsite we have tools such as drills and flat benches.
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"The Academy Program is definitely a very good scouting ground for us and the other programs. I will be there to support our drivers in Abu Dhabi and will be looking out for new coming talents. "
MEDIA COVERAGE
Each race weekend will be broadcasted live via global motorsport platform Motorsport TV.
After each race weekend a TV highlight package will be created and distributed.
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