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For many people living with a disability, the concept of competing in mainstream sport against able-bodied people, on a totally level playing field seems far-fetched. Whilst the Paralympic Games, Invictus Games and Para championships showcase a spectrum of incredible sporting talents, they position disabled athletes in a separate championship, within their own sector. Team BRIT has changed that.

Launched in 2015 with aims of becoming the first-ever British all-disabled racing team to take part in the Le Mans 24 hour race; along with supporting people with physical and psychological challenges in accessing motorsport through its Racing Academy, which launched in 2019.

Having completed their most successful year to date in the Britcar Championship last year, the team is set to get going again in 2021 with a fleet of five cars including BMWs for the rookies, and an Aston Martin V8 Vantage GT4 for the most experienced racers.

Once coronavirus restrictions begin to ease throughout 2021, the team’s Racing Academy will re-open, offering you the chance for a racing experience like no other at some of the UK’s top racing circuits. As part of an academy day, you’ll learn to use the hand controls on a top of the range racing simulator, before going out on track as a passenger and receiving one on one coaching. It’s then your turn to hit the track as a driver! If real-life racing isn’t your thing, the team also has a sim-racing arm in eTeam BRIT, which is made up of disabled drivers competing in eSport competitions such as iRacing.

For more information on how to get involved either in person or online, simply check out the links throughout this post. You will also find links to Team BRIT’s social channels and Vimeo promotional films below!