You need to have valid driver's license, proof of insurance for the car, and car that will pass tech inspection. You do not need to be a member or have any training or previous experience. We get Novice drivers all the time and have a Novice Chief to help them along. There is a Noivce Handbook link on the homepage of this site that you might want to look at. The Novice Chief holds an organized "walk thru" of the course before each event and we can put an experienced driver in your passenger seat to help you get started. We even have loaner helmets.
Austin also has a club. They are at
http://spokes.org. Its a great club that has produced multiple National Champions over the years. Many of their fast folks can be found at SASCA events also.
Feel free to post back here or PM me with any specific questions you might have.
Ed Harloe
SASCA Public Relations Officer