NOTE: Select a tab above for event details.
- Driver Training - Kids are required to successfully complete a session to be eligible to participate in any derby racing events.
- NDR Rally - Competitive racing for kids (stock & super stock divisions). Includes a "challengers" division for kids that want to tryout the sport (cars provided).
- Super Kids - Races for children with disabilities (dual rider cars & experienced drivers provided).
- Public Fun Day - Free non-competitive rides for kids & adults (cars provided).
- "Zero" Gravity Derby - A Match-Your-Own-Time Race for kids & adults (cars provided or bring your own derby car with no weights added).
NOTE:
Minimum Age - Kids entering the first grade during the current race season can race in our events as long as they will turn 7 sometime during the school year.
Underage Kids - Ages 6 and under attending Public Fun Days can ride in a dual seat car with an experienced driver provided (subject to approval by race officials).
NOTE: Select a tab below for event details.
Minimum Age - Kids entering the first grade during the current race season can race in our events as long as they will turn 7 sometime during the school year.
Underage Kids - Ages 6 and under attending Public Fun Days can ride in a dual seat car with an experienced driver provided (subject to approval by race officials).
Driver Training - Basic training is provided for all first time participants (kids & adults) at Fun Days. Kids racing in our NDR rally races and must have previously completed a New Driver Training session to be eligible to drive a fully weighted car in a rally race.
Helmets - The type of helmet we use is a standard DOT approved bicycle helmet. For Super Kids, New Driver Training, Fun Day Events and "Zero" Gravity Derby it's up to parents to determine the type of helmet their child needs for their safety. For our NDR Rallies the helmets must be an Official AASBD Helmet. We do have helmets available at all our events but suggest you bring your own with name attached.
Car Handlers - Required for NDR Rally & Challenger races, new driver training, practice days and "Zero" Gravity Derby. We rely on families to help with car handling at these events. This involves lifting cars on and off trailers, positioning them in the starting gates and moving them out of the braking area once they have come to a complete stop.
General Admission - There is no cost to spectators, grandstand seating provided and a concession stand is available at most events (cash only) or bring your own food and drinks.
And more…
- No skateboards, scooters, ball / frisbee throwing allowed at derby park during an event.
- No smoking allowed.
- No alcoholic beverages are allowed.
- If you want to set up a rest area for yourself and/or your group, you may bring whatever you need. Pop-up tents must be secured to the ground.
Derby Park Map Layout
Types of Derby Cars (provided at all events) -
- Stock & Super Stock (you can purchase kits at AASBD Online Store or check with us for used donor cars).
- Super Kids (dual seat cars)
- Adult Cars - Winebox & Indy
Driver Training (cars provided) - NDR rally participants are required to successfully complete a Driver Training session to be eligible to drive a "fully weighted" car in a NDR Rally or in the Challengers division (both held by GHSBD). Those that successfully complete the training will receive an official GHSBD drivers license.
Minimum Age - Kids entering the first grade during the current race season can race in our events as long as they will turn 7 sometime during the school year.
Schedule:
- Noon - 12:30 PM: Check-In / Registration
- 12:30 - 1 PM: Training Session
- 1 - 2 PM: Practice Runs
Cost: $5
NOTE: Hockley Derby Park is now part of Pct. 4.
IMPORTANT:
Please view video before coming out to an event.
Part of the Texas Top Gun Series (TTGS)Next Race Date : Fall 2025 TBARace Day Schedule:
- 8 AM: Check-In / Registration / Weigh-In / Practice Runs
- 9:30 AM: Drivers Meeting / Start of "Double Elimination Race"
- Trophy presentation and lunch break (approx. noon)
- 12:30 PM (approx.): Start of "Single Elimination Race"
- 2 PM (approx.): End of 2nd race and track break-down by volunteers and derby families.
Challenger Division | Cost: $15 (includes both races)
Challengers drive derby cars with no weights added that are provided by GHSBD. This race is a fun way for new drivers to experience the Thrill of the Hill and earn TTGS points._____AGE REQUIREMENTS: This is a competitive racing series for racers that will turn at least 7 during the current school year to a maximum age of 17.RACE FORMAT: A double elimination (morning) and single elimination (afternoon) each using a lane swap/wheel swap, timer differential race format (no wheel swap for Challengers).
NEW... MAX. WEIGHT LIMITS:
- Stock - Max. weight 180 lbs. (previous 200 lbs.). For drivers 110 lbs. or less.
- Super Stock - Max. weight 210 lbs. (previous 240 lbs.). For drivers 140 lbs. or less.
IMPORTANT: You must have previously received driver training at a GHSBD event held at Hockley Derby Park or raced in a sanctioned AASBD or NDR race in another city to be eligible to enter a GHSBD NDR rally or Challenger race.
RACE INFORMATION GUIDE (.pdf) Updated July 2024
Texas Top Gun Series (TTGS)
- 9 AM: Check-In / Registration
- 9 AM - 10 AM: Practice Runs
- 10 AM - 11:30 AM: Racing
- 11:30 AM: Awards Ceremony
Minimum Age - Kids entering the first grade during the current race season can participate in our events as long as they will turn 7 sometime during the school year.
Size Restriction 150 lbs. - If your Super Kid weighs more than 150 lbs. please let us know in the pre-registration email. We may be able to make special arrangements to have our Adult Special Needs car available.
* A printed copy of the official GHSBD Super Kids Race Entry & County Release Form with your pre-registration information will be provided at registration the day of the event for a parent/guardian to sign.
Public Fun Day (cars provided) - Non-competitive rides for kids & adults. Basic driver training is provided for all first time participants (watch driver training video).
Super Kids - Special needs children can ride in a dual seat car with an experienced driver provided.
Minimum Age - Kids entering the first grade during the current race season can race in our events as long as they will turn 7 sometime during the school year.
Underage Kids - Ages 6 and under attending Public Fun Days can ride in a dual seat car with an experienced driver provided (subject to approval by race officials).
Date : Fall 2025 TBA
Time : 9 AM - Noon
Cost: FREE (donations welcomed)
Download Release Form + Flyer (.pdf) *
* Includes "Zero" Gravity Derby Info
(held during the Public Fun Day)
NOTE: Hockley Derby Park is now part of Pct. 4.
IMPORTANT:
Please view video before coming out to an event.
Volunteering - The best way to volunteer is to come to one of our events (earn service hours). Or attend a monthly Zoom board meeting (request invite). All board meetings are open to everyone and are held the 4th Wednesday of the month at 7 PM (NO meeting in November and December).
