Ice racing experience at Flaine: winter 2027 in a historic single-seater
Our last driving courses of 2026 wrapped up in early October at the Circuit de Charade. Now it is winter’s turn: in January 2027, Classic Racing School returns to the Flaine ice circuit, in the French Alps, for an ice driving course behind the wheel of a genuine historic single-seater.
2026 is done, all eyes on 2027
On 2 and 3 October, our Crosslé cars completed their final laps of the 2026 season at Charade. Thank you to everyone who took the wheel with us this year. The whole team is now focused on 2027, and the season opens on snow.
Because the urge to drive does not stop in autumn. When the circuits close for winter, we head up to 1,600 metres for an experience you will not find anywhere else: ice driving in a 1960s single-seater.
Ice driving: the art of finesse
Why drive on ice?
On ice, grip disappears and every input counts twice. Weight transfer, braking, steering precision, reading the surface: ice driving forces you to anticipate everything. It is the perfect way to build feel and smoothness, skills you will take back to the tarmac.
Great names such as Alain Prost and Sébastien Loeb made their mark on ice. The discipline has shaped generations of drivers and remains one of the best schools of car control there is.
A historic single-seater on ice: a rare experience
Most ice driving courses use road cars. At Classic Racing School, you drive a Crosslé 90F, a single-seater rebuilt in a run of 13 at the original factory, based on the first Formula Ford produced by Crosslé in 1969. Ford engine, 420 kg, 4-speed manual gearbox, no driver aids and studded tyres: sliding becomes an art.
The Flaine ice circuit, in the heart of the Alps
Set in the Grand Massif ski area, the Lac de Flaine circuit lies on a glacial plain below the lake. Temperatures range from 0 to -30 °C, guaranteeing exceptional ice quality all winter long.
- More than 25,000 m² of ice
- A 1,100 to 1,700 metre layout depending on the configuration
- A track width of 8 to 20 metres
- Breathtaking snow-capped peaks all around
Its layout combines natural terrain and open lines, designed to help every driver progress, from complete beginners to experienced enthusiasts.
Your ice driving programme
Personal coaching
Your day starts with a theory briefing and reconnaissance laps to learn the specifics of the ice circuit. You then drive 6 sessions of 20 minutes, guided by our professional instructors, with oral and video debriefs to improve with every run. Groups are kept small, so each driver gets close attention.
All-inclusive
- Full FIA-approved race wear with a 100% vintage look
- Access to the lakeside chalet, with its mountain and sixties atmosphere
- Welcome breakfast, lunch featuring regional specialities and an end-of-day aperitif
- Soft drinks open bar all day
- Photos of your session
Winter 2027 dates
The ice driving course starts from €3,400, as a 1-day or 2-day coaching programme:
- Monday 11 January 2027
- Monday 11 and Tuesday 12 January 2027 (2-day coaching)
- Tuesday 12 January 2027
- Saturday 23 January 2027
Friends and family are welcome with the companion pack (€70): access to the circuit, the chalet and the trackside, meals included. Drivers who have already enjoyed a Classic Racing School experience get a 10% discount.
Accommodation and access: our partners at Flaine
Rocky Pop, our partner hotel next to the circuit
Five minutes from the circuit, in Flaine Forum, the Rocky Pop hotel reinvents Alpine hospitality with a modern, relaxed atmosphere. It is our partner address for your ice driving stay: our drivers enjoy a preferential rate, with details provided when you book.
Looking for a different atmosphere? Our accommodation guide lists other addresses selected by the team, from the Alhéna residence in Flaine to the La Croix de Savoie chalet in Les Carroz d’Arâches. Just ask our team.
Arrive by helicopter with Mont Blanc Hélicoptères
To reach the circuit quickly and in style, our partner Mont Blanc Hélicoptères offers transfer flights on course days. Skip the mountain traffic and enjoy panoramic views of the Alps. Taxi flights, VIP flights, inter-resort links or transfers from Geneva airport: arrive on the ice like a works driver.
After the track
Flaine is just as enjoyable off the circuit: relax at the Totem spa overlooking the peaks, try a paragliding flight, go dog sledding, or dine in a century-old shepherd’s hut such as Le Michet. Fondue and raclette are never far away.
An original Christmas gift idea
Looking for a gift that is truly out of the ordinary? The ice driving course is available as a gift voucher at the same price, with a welcome letter in the Classic Racing School spirit. An experience people talk about for years.
Places are limited on each date. Book your ice driving course at Flaine now, or contact us to plan your stay.
