ABOUT KPD
KPD Driving Academy is a performance driving academy focused on car control, drift
training, and real-world vehicle dynamics.
the Instructor
Meet Kelvin
Kelvin is the founder and lead instructor of KPD Driving Academy, with deep roots in the Bay Area motorsport community and over a decade of experience teaching drivers across a range of
skill levels.
Credentials:
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18 years of drifting experience
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10 years of driving instruction experience
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Raceworz Drift Champion (2025)
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VDC Drift Competition - 2nd Place (2025)
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Expertise in manual transmission instruction, vehicle control, and drift progression
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Super D Licenses Holder
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Active member of the Bay Area driving community
Kelvin's approach is rooted in real-world experience, competitive driving, and a commitment to teaching drivers the correct way from the start.
Why KDP
KPD Driving Academy is built on an education-first approach to performance driving, focused on teaching correct technique in controlled environments. Each program is designed to develop real skill progression — starting with fundamentals and advancing toward competition-level driving. Rooted in authentic motorsport culture, KPD emphasizes learning the right way from the start, building confidence, control, and long-term driving ability.
Safety-First Training
Every session is built around controlled, professional environments.
From pre-session safety briefings to instructor-led track time, drivers learn correct technique with safety as the top priority.
Real Track Experience
All instruction takes place at licensed racetracks and motorsport facilities — including Sonoma Raceway, Laguna Seca, and Thunderhill.
Each event is hosted at a professional location selected for the experience.
Built for Every Driver
Programs are designed for all skill levels, with instruction tailored to each driver’s experience.
Whether you’re just starting or refining advanced techniques, progression is built into every session.
