DriftAkademi
This is where you hold your first slide. One day, on a licensed track, with licensed instructors and a race-prepared BMW. You don't need to bring anything.
Why Drift Akademi
Where drifting in Türkiye
began
Founded in 2007, Drift Kulübü and Drift Akademi paved the way for drivers competing at international, national and local events, and for the national APEXMASTERS Turkish Drift Championship.
Start From Zero
Built for drivers who have never drifted. Vehicle control, manoeuvring and safety protocols, step by step.
Personal Coaching
At most 2 students and 2 licensed instructors per session. Every minute on track is yours.
All Included
Car, fuel, tyres, track fee, mechanical service, helmet and safety gear. You bring nothing.
TOSFED Diploma
Every participant who completes the training receives a TOSFED certified diploma.
Licensed Track
Training takes place on the professionally licensed Tuzla Autodrom track.
Peace of Mind
Training follows professional safety standards and is covered by comprehensive insurance.
Training Program
One package,
one full day
Beginner
Core Drift Training
A full-day drift program for drivers starting from scratch. Vehicle control, manoeuvring techniques and safety protocols, taught on a TOSFED-licensed track with two licensed instructors.
Included
- Full 1 day
- 2 licensed instructors
- 10:00 - 16:30
- Mechanical service
- BMW E46 330ci car
- Track fee
- Fuel
- Tyres
- Lunch
- All-day refreshments
- Pro licensed track
- TOSFED certified diploma
Helmet and safety equipment included.
Training Car
The Beast
BMW E46 330ci · 2001
A BMW E46 330ci built to racing standards. Its M54B30 3.0-litre engine, 300 hp and 1250 kg deliver a balanced, predictable drift character. Ideal for learning your first slide.
- Power
- 300 HP
- Weight
- 1250 kg
- Engine
- M54B30 3.0L
- Layout
- FR
Head Instructor
Abbas Çimen
Head Instructor and Drift Driver
One of the leading names on the Turkish drift scene with 19 years of experience, Abbas has trained hundreds of students at Tuzla Autodrom. Known for his technical knowledge and driving discipline, he prepares drivers of every level for the track.
- 19 years
- Tuzla Autodrom record holder
- Technical driving and car control
History
19 years,
500+ drivers
- 2007Founded
Drift Akademi is founded; training starts in Istanbul and drifting in Türkiye is born.
- 2009First Contest
The first amateur contest, the Istanbul Challenge, is held.
- 2011Landirenzo
With the Landirenzo Drift Challenge, local events gain an institutional identity.
- 2012APEXMASTERS
Under the federation, the APEXMASTERS name and brand is born.
- 2016National
The series goes national; the Turkish Drift Championship begins.
- 2026New Era
A renewed curriculum, a pro car and experienced instructors train the next generation.
Training Tracks
- Atatürk Olympic Stadium
- İzmit Körfez
- İzmir Pınarbaşı Track
- Tuzla Autodrom TODAY
From Our Graduates
They started here,
and took it to the championship
On this journey we started with Drift Akademi in 2007, I feel the joy of having competed in championships and the pride of taking on the role of president today.
Özer MollamehmetoğluPresident, Drift Kulübü
Starting as a student at Drift Akademi and going on to become an instructor, I met thousands of people. (…) We lived the most unforgettable moments that could be had on asphalt with this team. We took Drift, considered street culture, and raised it to a respected place in Türkiye. And now? Now it's your turn.
Mustafa Mert KazançFrom student to instructor
Archive
The days
it all began
Frames from the first training days and the first training cars.
Drift Akademi
Now it's your turn.
In one day, from your first slide to your TOSFED certified diploma. Get in touch for dates and availability.