BMW M Drift Academy

BMW M Drift Academy

BMW M Drift Academy is a new, focused half-day training program for those who want to learn the fundamentals of drifting in a controlled, educational, and safe environment. The experience is aimed at both car enthusiasts and drivers who want to understand vehicle dynamics at a deeper level—not through speed, but through precision, balance, and technique.

The training takes place at Ring Knutstorp, one of Sweden’s most established race tracks, providing ideal conditions for structured drifting without compromising safety or quality.

 

What is BMW M Drift Academy?

 

BMW M Drift Academy is about understanding and controlling a slide—not letting go. You will learn how a drift is initiated, how it is controlled, and how to exit it in a stable and controlled manner. The focus is on technique, feel, and the interaction between driver and car.

The training is conducted in a BMW M vehicle and led by experienced instructors who guide you step by step, from basic understanding to practical application.

 

Training structure

 

BMW M Drift Academy is built in clear stages to maximize understanding and progression during a half day.

 

Theory

The program begins with a theoretical session covering:

  • What is required to initiate a drift
  • The difference between understeer and oversteer
  • How weight transfer, throttle input, and steering interact
  • Safety considerations and vehicle settings

This theory provides the foundation for controlled driving—not guesswork.

 

Practical driving – from basics to control

Theory is immediately applied in practice through a structured progression:

  • Practicing drift initiation
  • Experiencing the difference between understeer and oversteer
  • Drifting in a semicircle to build rhythm and control
  • Transitioning to a full circle with focus on balance and stability
  • Testing different vehicle settings to understand their effect

All driving is conducted step by step and adapted to participant skill level.

 

Drift Analyzer – analyze your own driving

Participants have the opportunity to record their own drifting using BMW’s Drift Analyzer, providing visual and data-driven insight into driving technique and areas for improvement.

 

Who is BMW M Drift Academy for?

The training is suitable for those who:

  • Are curious about drifting and want to learn the fundamentals properly
  • Want to explore vehicle limits in a controlled environment
  • Are BMW enthusiasts eager to experience the potential of M vehicles
  • Seek a driving experience centered on technique and control

No prior drifting experience is required.

Practical information

 

  • Location: Ring Knutstorp
  • Format: Half-day training
  • Vehicle: BMW M
  • Price: SEK 4.900

BMW M Drift Academy is not a demonstration—it is training. A concentrated half-day experience where you learn to control a slide, understand vehicle dynamics, and develop your driving skills in a professional BMW M environment.