Come rain or shine, learn how to control a car in all weathers with this skid control training experience in Liverpool. At this off road centre there are three experiences to choose from, including a taster session or an extended session on a small group basis, or a one to one workshop.

The cars used on this activity are regular saloon cars that sit in special hydraulic cradles that can be regulated to simulate any skidding situation on the roads, including black ice, snow and heavy rain. During your course you'll tackle front wheel skids and rear wheel skids, learning how to control the car, whilst having great fun too.

Opting for the skid avoidance course gives you extended time in the skid control car to put into practice your new found skills and take part in a special figure of eight skid slalom competition with your fellow skid control drivers. The one to one course means you undertake your skid control training and then learn about ABS and non-ABS braking, to give you a full set of skid control moves.

These skid control training sessions in Liverpool take place at John Lennon Airport, where there is loads of space to practice your slipping and sliding in the car. All instructors are highly qualified to teach these advanced driving skills and you come away feeling you've actually learnt something useful, whilst enjoying yourself.

Skid Tasters last 1 hour with a car control briefing, instructor demonstration and 15 minutes of hands on driving. 3:1 instruction ratio.

Skid Avoidance Courses last 1.5 hours and include a car control briefing, instructor demonstration, fun skid slalom competition and a personalised certificate. 25 minutes total driving time. 3:1 instruction ratio.

1:1 Skid Course lasts 1 hour and includes a car control briefing, instructor demonstrations, ABS braking demonstration, braking technique session, timed skid slalom and a personalised certificate. 45 minutes total drive time. 1:1 instruction ratio.

This skid control school have also negotiated a 10% discount with selected insurers for guests successfully completing skid avoidance and 1:1 courses.


The course runs on Sundays throughout the year. IntotheBlue offers a range of skid control activities in other parts of the UK.


John Lennon/ Speke Airport in Liverpool.


You must be able to drive a manual car and have at least a provisional driving licence.  Minimum height is 5'0" (1.52m), maximum height is 6'6" (1.97m).  Flat soled shoes and comfortable clothing should be worn. Not suitable for pregnant ladies or anyone with a neck injury.


Spectators are welcome and the training areas offer good views of the skid control action. This skid control venue is located at Liverpool Airport right next to a hotel offering accommodation and toilets as well as hot and cold food and drinks.