Track & Talk 2026 - Motorsport for Mental Health
JDMClareMotorsport isn’t just about lap times, horsepower, or competition.
For many of us, it’s a reason to get out of the house, reconnect with others, and feel part of something bigger.
Track & Talk is PITSTOP.Social’s way of supporting that connection.
Across the year, we attend and support a range of grassroots motorsport events, sprint days and track days that are free to attend and spectate, welcoming to newcomers, and deeply rooted in community.
These events create space for people to talk, connect, and reset mentally, without pressure or expectation.
You don’t need to drive.
You don’t need a race licence.
You don’t even need to know much about cars.
You just need to turn up.
What Is Track & Talk?
Track & Talk is a mental-health-led initiative built around the idea that motorsport has mental health benefits for participators and spectators alike.
By showing up to inclusive motorsport events, spending time in paddocks, watching cars run, and chatting with familiar and unfamiliar faces alike, people often experience a shift - however small - that can make a real difference to their mental wellbeing, long after they've left the track.
Track & Talk exists to gate-break motorsport access, encourage more people to see motorsport as a healthy social outlet, not just a competitive sport, and support organisers who prioritise accessibility and inclusion.
Why Motorsport Supports Mental Health
For many of us, mental health struggles are made heavier by isolation, routine stagnation, and a lack of shared experiences. Motorsport events - particularly grassroots sprint and track days - naturally counteract this.
Some of the most common mental health benefits people report include:
Getting out of the house with a clear purpose
Gentle social interaction without forced conversation
A sense of belonging through shared interest
Mindfulness through focus, sound, movement, and environment
Reduced loneliness, even when attending alone
Structure and anticipation - something to look forward to
Conversation without pressure, where talking comes naturally
You don’t have to explain yourself.
You don’t have to “perform” socially.
You’re allowed to just exist in the space.
However you want to look at things, that’s powerful.
Inclusive Motorsport, Done Properly
We’re proud to support organisers who have been quietly doing this right for years.
Shadow Sport
Shadow Sport host relaxed, well-run sprint days at Curborough Sprint Course, offering an accessible introduction to motorsport in a welcoming environment.
Their events are known for chill, friendly paddocks, a community-first atmosphere, and event days run at a pace that suits both newcomers and experienced drivers. Spectators are welcome, and the atmosphere is far removed from the intimidation many people expect from motorsport. Shadow Sport also have an incredible range of detailing products; we love their Quick Detailer.
Frank’s Charity Track Day Club (FCTDC)
FCTDC host inclusive track days at Blyton Park, with a strong emphasis on community, charity, and giving back. All of Frank's events raise funds for good causes, reinforcing the idea that motorsport can be a positive force well beyond the circuit. Frank and his FCTDC have raised over £174,000 (09/01/26) for charity since 2013. It can't be emphasised enough how proud we are to support this one of a kind track day.
FCTDC days are social, supportive, and built around shared respect - on and off track.
Both organisations are long-standing friends of the PITSTOP.Social community, and their values align closely with our mission.
Free to Attend. Open to Everyone.
One of the most important things to know about Track & Talk events is this:
You don’t need to participate to belong.
The events shared as Track & Talk are free to attend as a spectator. That means:
No ticket fees
No pressure to engage
No expectation to stay all day
You can arrive for ten minutes or stay for hours.
You can talk - or not talk.
You can come alone.
That accessibility matters.
Track & Talk: Events We’re Supporting This Year
PITSTOP.Social will be attending and supporting Shadow Sport sprint days and FCTDC track days as part of the Track & Talk initiative, occurring (almost) every month in 2026.
📅 All events can be found via the event calendar
January 24th - Shadow Sport's Track, Cars & Coffee @ Curborough Sprint Course
February 21st - Shadow Sport's Track, Cars & Coffee @ Curborough Sprint Course
March 19th - Frank's Charity Track Day Club @ Blyton Park
May 2nd - Shadow Sport's Track, Cars & Coffee @ Curborough Sprint Course
May 7th - Frank's Charity Track Day Club @ Blyton Park
June 4th - Frank's Charity Track Day Club @ Blyton Park
July 2nd Frank's Charity Track Day Club @ Blyton Park
August 1st - Shadow Sport's Track, Cars & Coffee @ Curborough Sprint Course
September 17th - Frank's Charity Track Day Club @ Blyton Park
September 19th - Shadow Sport's Track, Cars & Coffee @ Curborough Sprint Course
November 13th - Frank's Charity Track Day Club @ Blyton Park
December 19th - Shadow Sport's Track, Cars & Coffee @ Curborough Sprint Course
Full dates can also be found on socials at PITSTOP.Social Facebook Events and pinned Instagram post
If you see us in the paddock, you’re always welcome to say hello - or simply take comfort in knowing you’re not alone in the space.
Motorsport as a Gateway, Not a Cure
Track & Talk isn’t a replacement for therapy, support services, or professional help.
It’s a gateway - an access point into your hobbies and interests, or just to be around people instead of doing things alone.
Sometimes the first step isn’t talking about how you feel. Sometimes it’s standing trackside, breathing in that mix of fresh ail and fine fuel, and just being present.
That’s enough to start.
Come for the cars.
Stay for the connection.
Leave with a little more space in your head than when you arrived.
See you trackside.
