Go Kart Racing Mesa

GO KART RACING NEAR MESA, AZ

Prepare yourself for an adrenaline-pumping karting experience at Radford Racing School! Challenge friends, family, and fellow racing enthusiasts on our high-performance outdoor karting track near Mesa, Arizona. Take control of a 270cc gas-powered go-kart and test your driving skills in an enjoyable yet competitive setting.

Go Kart Racing Mesa Details

Go-karting is one of the most thrilling and accessible forms of motorsports, and can often be the starting line for racing legends. Anyone 12 years of age and above is welcome to participate in the fast-paced, high-adrenaline race for the best lap time at our outdoor karting experience near Mesa. Our track is the perfect location – whether you’re seeking friendly competition or intense racing action.

For events of all kinds, including birthday parties and corporate events, our go-karts offer the perfect activity near Mesa!

  • One full hour on our outdoor track – multiple track configurations available.
  • A fully equipped venue – includes an outdoor pavilion, lockers, spectator bleachers, and Coca-Cola products.
  • All necessary gear provided – helmets and optional race suits included.
  • Expert instruction – professional karting instructors cover safety, kart operation, racing lines, and flag signals.
  • $225 per person | 10-person minimum.

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Mesa Go Karting

Our Racing Karts near Mesa

Experience the ultimate outdoor karting thrill near Mesa with our Honda GT 270cc gas-powered karts. Made for racers of all skill levels, these high-performance karts provide the perfect chance for you to put your skills to the test and compete for first place against friends, family, or coworkers.

It’s all about the driver when it comes to our go-karts. You get a true “feel” for the kart with manual steering and no ABS, testing your full abilities and vehicle control. Feel every turn as you race barely inches above the tarmac, at speeds up to 50mph!

– Honda GT 270cc gas-powered engine
– Hydraulic brakes with a pressure-equalizing system
– Top speeds of 50mph
– Flat-top steering wheel
– 17mm stub axle
– Durable, heavy-duty bodywork

Go Kart on Track Near Mesa
Group Go Karting on Track Near Mesa

Driver Requirements

Drivers must be:
– Minimum Height: 48-inches
– Minimum Age: 12
– Maximum Weight: 300lbs

Driver Safety:
– All drivers must sign a waiver. For those under 18, a parent, legal guardian, or an adult over 18 must complete it on their behalf.
– All drivers must attend a kart and track safety briefing before getting on the track.
– Helmets are required and provided with every rental.
– Flat, closed-toe shoes are mandatory for safety.
– Loose clothing is not allowed.
– Long hair must be securely tied back.

Here’s What Our Students Are Saying!

Excellent
4.8
Based on 423 reviews
TresAmenazas
2 days ago
Gayle Van F.
1 week ago
I attended your SRT Experience on Sept 25, 2026 for a really fun day at your facility. I'm really happy that Dodge provided this experience with the purchase of my 2026 Charger Scat Pack Plus. Radford Racing School provided a wonderful day of challenging events. Radford had wonderful instructors, top notch cars and great organization. I'm glad Radford had a couple of 2026 Charger Scat Packs to race on the Auto Cross. What fun to see what your new car is all about.... at least at low speeds. The Supercharged Challengers were amazing cars and their durability is outstanding after discussing with the instructors. My wife participated in the "Hot Laps" where the instructors drive the race track and you hang on in the passenger seat. My wife asked for a spicy ride and the instructor gladly obliged . She was all giggles from that experience! If you buy a new Dodge and get this experience included you should definitely attend. Wayne S.
Response from the owner:We are so happy you had an amazing experience! We love our SRT program and we hope to see you back at the track again soon.
Natalia C.
2 months ago
After receiving my Barbie Dream car
Response from the owner:Natalia, We are so happy you had the best time in our class! Thank you for coming out and learning with us. We appreciate you and your kind words. We hope to see you again soon on the track!
ravi T.
2 months ago
Visited for DDSL track was in good condition, no complaints.
Mark B.
2 months ago
I did the 3 day GT Road Racing Course. It was fantastic and I will be doing a class with them in the future. I was surprised by how much in car driving was done and the class had student to instructor ratio of 3 to 1. I would estimate 5hrs of car driving per day. The first day focused on technique and handling of the car so we were on the autocross track for the morning and moved to the oval track in the afternoon. In most of the sessions, you did a group drive with the instructor to show you how it is done then you get in your car and do instructor lead follow then you do the drill on your own. The instructor normally took a turn with everyone to give them some feedback. There is lot of track time and classroom is held to minimal amount to teach you the basics and go over what you learned at the end of the day.
Response from the owner:Mark, Thank you so much for this amazing review! We cannot wait to have you back on track. We truly want to give each student an incredible experience on and off the track.
Scott W.
4 months ago
My kids are relatively new drivers, and they took the 2-day Defensive Driving course. Of course, they had a great deal of fun (how could you not?), but I also feel like they just received 5 years worth of experience in two days. Their confidence level behind the wheel has grown by leaps and bounds. But more importantly, I'm certain that their ability to avoid accidents in the future has been greatly enhanced. I think many accidents happen because people don't know how their car is going to react in a pressure situation, and they end up losing control because they've never pushed a car's limits to see what it can - and can't - do. This school will give you a very good idea of how to feel what your vehicle is doing underneath you. If my kids can steer their way around just one big accident in their lives because of what they've learned at Radford, then it's been worth every penny! Shout out to instructor Dominic, and the rest of the staff as well, for running a top notch program and providing an invaluable service to drivers. It's a shame that everyone can't participate in a school like this...
Response from the owner:Scott, we are so happy you and your sons enjoyed the time on our track! We hope to see you all again.
paul P.
4 months ago
Hellcat J.
4 months ago
Radford Racing School is awesome. We got to drive Hellcat Challengers all day. The instructors were very knowledgeable, and cool. The staff was friendly. Non alcoholic drinks were served all day long and lunch was provided. The class got to drive the new SRT Charger, too. It was definitely a once in a lifetime experience for me.
Response from the owner:We are so glad you had an amazing experience! We hope to see you on the track again soon.
Amy B.
4 months ago
I did the SRT owner experience day and it was awesome! The instructors were great as well as the rest of the staff. It was definitely worth the trip out here from the east coast!
Response from the owner:Thank you Amy! We are so happy you enjoyed the SRT Experience!
NATHAN M.
5 months ago
What a great experience. This was my second time there. The staff is awesome and freindly. If you like to drive in a racecar environment, this is the place.
Response from the owner:Thank you for this amazing review Nathan!!!
Rick S.
5 months ago
I have attended several road and drag racing courses over the years. The Radford Dodge Demon 170 course was at the top of my list for excellence. I thought nothing could top the excellent quality instructors, an outstanding course schedule, driving Radford's Demon 170's, and completing the requirements for an NHRA competition license. Last weekend Radford sent one of their top-notch instructors, Rich Lash, to the MSHS "Mopars at the Rock" event at Rockingham Dragway in North Carolina. Rich and I had maintained contact after I took the 170 course, and we agreed to meet at the Rock. Rich agreed to "look" at my car and provide any advice. The resulting interaction was the most valuable I have received from any of the courses taken. Although Rich was meeting with any other drivers at the Rock, he came well prepared to assist past Radford 170 participants and others. He showed up with the latest power grids for the trans break. (The Demon 170 has computer set points from launch to the first 1.6 seconds) We switched from what we called the original 3(B) to a modified B grid that others used successfully attain the 9.5 second runs I was looking for. After watching two runs, Rich determined that the shift power set points needed adjustment. He next noticed that the car lifted about five hundred feet down the track. Again, Rich had the knowledge and experience to know about a transmission fluid issue that requires the addition of 55 ml of transmission fluid to a full transmission to be added thru the transmission air vent. The 170 uses specific type of transmission fluid that was not available at the track so I wrote that fix off as something that I would have to address in the future. I tested the car and the changes that Rich suggested were on point, bringing the car from an also ran to competitive. Rich then went above and beyond. He showed up the next morning with a quart of Dodge transmission fluid and the small funnel that was required to pour it down the transmission vent. He had canvassed his contacts at the race and found a quart of transmission fluid and the funnel. Once the transmission issue was addressed, I went back to the track with an amazing car that no longer dipped or lifted with no hesitation between shifts. I (and several other drivers ) were still having difficulties with the line lock and trans brake initiation process. Rich made very constructive recommendations and set up 15 minutes before racing started to give us time to process in the lane with active lights. We did not launch, just practiced with active lights. Rich watched and determined that one of my problems was related to releasing the brake pedal after the release of one of the two paddles (170 owners probably know what I'm talking about). That leaves you dead at the green light. His advice on how to avoid that problem was spot on. The thing that was amazing what that Rich provided expert counsel and advice not only for Radford participants, but for others that were having Mopar issues or questions. A number of individuals in our racing group received advice on everything from tire pressures to the fool proof method to release the foot brake after the first paddle release in the trans break process. Rich was asked and answered questions on every Dodge model that was racing. I am by no means a novice- over the years I regularly won my class in the NMCA HEMI Shootout, and participating in the Quick 8 quite often. But it was an exceptional experience to get advice on my specific car at the track during an actual competitive event. I'm not sure that anyone can remember everything during course driving a third party vehicle. But I clearly retained what I learned sitting in my own car on a race weekend. The benefit was enormous. Rich also provided advice and counsel to many other drivers at the event. The feedback from those drivers was exceptional. I want to thank Radford and Rich for extending their experience and advice beyond the course in Phoenix. The extra effort that Rich put forth is what makes racing a community.
Response from the owner:Rick, thank you so much for this incredible review!! We are very lucky to have Rich as one of our Drag Racing instructors. We are so happy he was able to help you and make the event even better.
Ivan P.
5 months ago
Tom B.
6 months ago
Nice facility. This event was run by NASA-AZ (a road racing event) These trackdays are a favorite of Arizona's automotive road racing community
Ryan H.
6 months ago
Amazing! Such a fun time.
Jason J.
6 months ago
Instructors are great and had the time of my life. Definitely will be back.
Derek E.
7 months ago
Everyone at Radford Racing was fantastic. We did the Drag program and not only had a blast but learned a lot both drag racing, the track itself, and the demon 170 vehicle. Thank you again.
Response from the owner:We are so happy you enjoyed your time with us!
Nick
7 months ago
The whole crew is amazing! William and Spencer worked directly with us during the four day GT class and they were awesome! Stephanie and lauren also killed it at the front desk. This school is definitely worth the cost of admission!!
Response from the owner:Thank you! We appreciate this awesome review. We hope to see you on the track soon!
Ali C.
8 months ago
I went as part of a group experience for a conference I was attending. It was so cool. We got to pace with a lead car and then we also drove on a coned...
Kevin T.
9 months ago
I attended the two-day Ultimate Muscle Car Experience from 1-6 to 1-7 with my daughter and it was an amazing experience for both of us. The instructors went...
Rugby
9 months ago
Ford vs Ferrari
Matthew C.
10 months ago
(fka Bonderant Racing School) Whether you're planning to race professionally, are already a racecar driver, an enthusiast who wants to drive fast safely, or want better control and understanding of your car, Radford Racing is for you! Incredible instructors with decades of experience racing and teaching, who build your skills from the ground up. Not only do you walk away with a much greater understanding of driving dynamics and car control, but an incredible experience, and many hours of drive time. I would rather go to Radford than take a cruise or go to Disney. I've been twice, to take the GT Road Racing course in January and this time the Advanced Road Racing course in December. So enjoyable! So beneficial! I'm exhausted from the course, but want to go back!
Response from the owner:Thank you for this amazing review! We are so happy you spent time on our track and we hope to see you back again soon.
Ed C.
10 months ago
I took the 2 day Dodge Demon 170 Class, it was amazing. Learned so much about the car, driving and racing. Instructors are phenomenal and I would highly recommend this school
Response from the owner:We hope we made your time with us memorable and supercharged! 😉 Thank you for this great review!!
Kelly T.
11 months ago
I attended the 2 day Performance Driving School from 11-17 to 11/18. My only disappointment was it rained the 2nd day, (I mean poured, a rare thing in...
Rafa G.
12 months ago
Spent a nice day here, hadn't been so excited in a long time! 🚧 At the end of the day I was given "cone killer award" wich is not something you usually want to brag about, but I loved my trophy and all in all I'm so glad I attended Redford Driving school.
Response from the owner:Amazing pictures!!! We are so honored to have had your group out with us on track and being the Cone Killer can't be a bad thing 😉
Mitch L.
12 months ago
Road warrior weekend 2025 was incredible I can’t thank all of the staff and instructors for such an amazing experience. All of the instructors are top notch and incredible at what they do. I can’t wait to return next year to learn more from these amazing people.
Response from the owner:Thank you! We cannot wait to have you back on our track!

How to Find Radford Racing School Near Mesa

Radford Racing School is conveniently located in Chandler, just a 24-minute drive from Mesa via AZ-101 Loop S.

How to Get There

Our Address

Radford Racing School, 20000 S Maricopa Rd #3, Chandler, AZ 85226

Directions to our Facility from the Center of Mesa

To get from Mesa to Radford Racing School in Chandler, start by taking US-60 W toward Phoenix. Continue on AZ-101 Loop S, then merge onto AZ-202 Loop W. From there, take Exit 162 off I-10 E onto Wild Horse Pass Blvd. Finally, follow S Maricopa Rd to reach Radford Racing School.

Go-Kart Racing Near Mesa, AZ – FAQs

To compete in our gas go karting adventures near Mesa, drivers must be at least 12 years old, at least 4 feet tall, and no more than 300 pounds. In addition, drivers need to wear helmets (included with the rental), wear flat, closed-toe shoes, avoid wearing loose clothing, tie back long hair, sign a waiver, and attend the kart and track briefing.
Experience go-kart racing near Mesa, AZ with flexible 1-hour session increments for group events. Session lengths can be customized to suit your needs when booking. Contact our team for more details.

Subject to availability.

Radford Racing School’s dedicated outdoor karting track near Mesa offers an exciting challenge for drivers of all skill levels. Spanning half a mile with 15 dynamic turns, the circuit features elevation changes, high-speed corners, and cutting-edge timing and scoring, for the perfect karting race day events.
To ensure that students receive comprehensive and in-depth coaching, gas karting experiences near Mesa are restricted to a maximum of 12 participants.

October to May: 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM.

June to September: 7:00 AM to 2:30 PM (adjusted for the summer heat).

Students are required to wear an SA2020 or higher-rated helmet for safety. Helmets are available for purchase in our pro shop for $229 or can be rented for $25 per day. Additionally, closed-toed shoes are a must, with driving shoes being the preferred option for the most comfort and safety.
Yes, a certificate of completion will be awarded to students who successfully finish the karting sessions near Mesa.

*Karting sessions are offered in 1-hour increments which are subject to availability.

Go Karting Experiences Near Mesa

Our gas-powered karts near Mesa give drivers of all skill levels the ultimate open-wheel driving experience. Our specially designed outdoor karting track provides the perfect environment to explore the performance and handling of our powerful 270cc gas engine karts as you navigate tight turns and high-speed straightaways.

Whether it’s a business gathering, team-building event, club outing, family reunion, or a fun night with friends, our karting experiences take any occasion to the next level.

Outdoor Go Karting Near Mesa, AZ

Radford’s outdoor go-karting offers the best karting experience for go-kart enthusiasts who just want to have fun on the circuit.

Regardless of your level of competence, outdoor tracks offer you the room and flexibility to test your handling, speed, and planning skills. To improve track time, drivers must adjust to real-world conditions like wind and temperature changes, which makes outdoor karting more challenging.

Whether you’re navigating tight turns or mastering fast straightaways, our outdoor go-karting near Mesa provides the ultimate racing experience in an environment that brings you closer to the excitement of professional motorsports.

Getting You Straight to The Action

We know you’re here to race when you come to Radford’s Karting Center near Mesa.

For this reason, after you’ve been briefed and kitted out, our team will make sure you’re on the track as soon as possible for your outdoor go-karting session.

We prioritize your time on the track so you can focus on the excitement of the race, which is what counts most.

Get ready to take charge, accelerate, and enjoy the ultimate thrill of outdoor kart racing near Mesa, Arizona with Radford.

Why Choose Radford?

As the official home of the Dodge SRT, we bring unparalleled expertise and passion to the world of motorsports. Our gas-powered go kart racing near Mesa, AZ is driven by a love for racing and creating unforgettable experiences. We are proud to have some of the nation’s top instructors on our team, who are dedicated to making your time at Radford both exciting and memorable. Get in contact to join us today!

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