Online coaching by Abe Santema
1-on-1 Sim Racing Performance Coaching
Want to drive faster, more consistently and with more control? Work directly with Abe Santema on technique, racecraft, telemetry, strategy and mental focus.
ABEX Works is based in the Netherlands and coaches sim racers worldwide in English and Dutch. Abe reviews how you drive, not just the lap time you set.
Start with a free intake if you want to discuss your level and goals first. Book a single coaching session or choose a coaching card if you want structured improvement over multiple sessions.
Professional sim racer for Referox. Dutch ACC champion. FIA Motorsport Games competitor. Coaching in English and Dutch for beginners, league racers and endurance drivers.
Sim racing coaching is more than lap time
One fast lap is useful, but repeatable pace matters more in races. In 1-on-1 coaching, Abe Santema looks at how you drive, how you make decisions and where your performance changes under pressure.
The coaching focuses on a stronger foundation: technique, consistency, racecraft, control, mental focus and race preparation. The session is built around your level, simulator and goal.
ABEX Works is not a large anonymous coaching platform. You work directly with Abe, from the first intake to the coaching session itself.
Read more about Abe Santema as a sim racing mentor and how his experience shapes the coaching.
What this coaching focuses on:
- Driving technique and car control
- Consistency over multiple laps
- Racecraft and decisions under pressure
- Replay, data and telemetry where relevant
- Race preparation and mental focus
Who is 1-on-1 sim racing coaching for?
This coaching is built for sim racers who want clear feedback and a more structured way to improve. It fits beginners, league racers and more experienced drivers who want to work on pace, consistency, racecraft or preparation.
You are new to sim racing
You work on the basics: car control, braking, racing lines and confidence. The goal is to build good habits early.
You have stopped improving
You drive regularly, but the same mistakes keep coming back. Coaching helps you understand what causes them.
You want more consistency
One fast lap is not enough in racing. We look at repeatable pace, fewer mistakes and control over a full stint.
You want better racecraft
You work on traffic, overtaking, defending, positioning and decision-making under pressure.
You want to use data better
Replay, inputs and telemetry can show where time is lost. Abe helps you turn that information into practical training.
You are preparing for a race or league
You work on race pace, strategy, consistency and preparation for a specific event, league or endurance race.
You drive ACC, iRacing or LMU
Coaching is adapted to your simulator, car and track. ACC, iRacing and Le Mans Ultimate are common examples.
You want personal feedback
You work directly with Abe. The feedback is based on your driving, not on a generic lesson plan.
You want to train with a clear goal
You define what you want to improve, such as braking, exits, focus, tyre management or race decisions.
Not sure which coaching option fits? Start with a free intake and discuss your level, simulator, goal and planning.
Request a free intakeWhat do you train during 1-on-1 sim racing coaching?
Coaching is not built around random tips. The focus depends on your level, simulator, car, track and goal. Together, these details decide how you drive and where you lose time.
Driving technique
Work on car control, timing, inputs and the way you build speed through a lap.
Racecraft
Improve decisions in traffic, overtaking, defending, positioning and racing under pressure.
Braking points
Review where you brake, how hard you brake and how your braking affects grip, rotation and corner speed.
Trail braking
Learn how to release brake pressure into the corner, so the car rotates better and stays more stable.
Racing lines and apex
Analyse line choice, turn-in, apex and exit so you use more of the track and carry speed more effectively.
Corner exits
Work on throttle application, steering angle and traction. Exits often decide a large part of your lap time.
Throttle control
Learn how to apply throttle more precisely, especially on cold tyres, in traffic or when the car is unstable.
Consistency
Build repeatable pace, reduce mistakes and keep more control over a stint, race or full practice session.
Data and telemetry
Use data, replay or telemetry where relevant to see where time is lost and which change matters most.
Race strategy
Look at risk, track position, pit timing, traffic and how to make better decisions across a race.
Mental focus
Work on concentration, staying calm after mistakes and keeping performance stable when pressure increases.
Race preparation
Prepare for a race, league or endurance event with clear training priorities, focus points and goals.
Want to know which areas matter most for your driving? View the coaching options and choose what fits your level, goal and planning.
Choose your coaching optionChoose your coaching option
There are four ways to start with 1-on-1 sim racing coaching. You can begin with a free intake, book one single session or choose a coaching card if you want structured improvement over multiple sessions.
Introduction
Free intake
Free
No cost
For drivers who want to meet Abe first and define their goals.
- Introduction with Abe
- Discuss your level and goals
- Find the right coaching option
- No full coaching session
- No extensive data analysis
Start with one session
Single coaching session
€45 excl. VAT
$52 excl. VAT
For drivers who want to work on one specific problem.
- 60 minutes of 1-on-1 coaching
- Analysis of your driving style
- Replay, data or telemetry where relevant
- Room for questions
- Clear improvement points
Structured improvement
Progress Card
€180 excl. VAT
$209 excl. VAT
5 sessions of 60 minutes. Normal value €225 excl. VAT.
- 5 sessions of 60 minutes
- For technique, racecraft and consistency
- Follow-up between sessions
- Data or replay where relevant
- Saving: €45 excl. VAT
Longer-term coaching
Performance Card
€389 excl. VAT
$451 excl. VAT
10 sessions of 60 minutes. Normal value €450 excl. VAT.
- 10 sessions of 60 minutes
- For leagues, races and endurance
- More focus on race preparation
- Strategy, data and mental aspects
- Saving: €61 excl. VAT
Prices are listed in euros because ABEX Works is based in the Netherlands. USD prices are shown for clarity and are reviewed periodically.
How does booking work?
The coaching is online and personal. You first share your level, simulator and goal. After that, Abe helps you choose the right coaching option and plans the session with you. Paid sessions are usually planned within two weeks after payment, depending on availability.
You send a request
Choose a free intake, single session, Progress Card, Performance Card or ask a general question.
Abe contacts you
Abe discusses your level, simulator, goal and what you currently struggle with.
You choose the right option
If you are unsure, start with a free intake. If you already know what you need, you can book directly.
The session is planned
After payment, the coaching session is usually planned within two weeks, depending on availability.
You start training
The session focuses on your driving, racecraft, replay, telemetry, strategy or preparation.
Contact or quick question
Want to ask something first? Contact ABEX Works through the contact page, WhatsApp, e-mail or Discord.
Send your request
Use the form for a free intake, single coaching session, Progress Card, Performance Card or general question. Abe will contact you personally.
Replay, telemetry and feedback where it matters
During coaching, Abe can review your driving style, replay, inputs, braking points, throttle application, racing lines and telemetry where relevant.
Some drivers need live feedback and replay review. Others benefit from telemetry, setup feedback, mental preparation or a clearer training plan. The session is shaped around your level, simulator and goal.
The aim is not to cover everything at once. The aim is to find the areas that matter most for your driving and turn them into practical training points.
If car balance is part of the problem, you can also view the available ACC setups.
Replay review
Replay makes your driving visible: where you turn in, how you use the track and where time is lost.
Telemetry and inputs
Telemetry can help with braking pressure, throttle use, speed, lines and differences between laps.
Training points
Feedback is translated into clear focus points you can keep working on after the session.
Setup feedback
If setup matters, Abe can look at car balance and how the setup fits your driving style or circuit.
Mental preparation
Coaching can include focus, pressure, mistakes and how to stay calm over multiple laps.
Follow-up questions
Longer coaching cards can leave room for follow-up, questions and extra feedback between sessions.
Not every session uses the same tools. The right approach depends on your simulator, level, goal and available data.
Examples of lap analysis
Watch two short examples of how a lap can be reviewed: braking points, line choice, exits, positioning and time loss. These are general track guides, not full coaching sessions.
Coaching for beginners and advanced sim racers
1-on-1 coaching is adapted to your level. You do not need to be an esports driver to start, and you do not need experience with telemetry. The session starts from where you are now.
If you are a beginner
The focus is on building a strong foundation. You learn how to understand the car, use the track, brake with more control and make fewer basic mistakes.
- Braking points and basic car control
- Racing lines and apex choice
- Throttle timing and corner exits
- Confidence in traffic
- Clear training points after the session
If you are more advanced
The focus becomes more specific. You work on smaller details that affect pace, consistency, racecraft and performance during longer races or league events.
- Telemetry, replay and input analysis
- Consistency over a stint
- Racecraft and decision-making
- Setup direction where relevant
- Race preparation and mental focus
Not sure where you fit? Start with a free intake and discuss your level, simulator and goals with Abe.
Request a free intakeAbe Santema as a sim racing coach
Abe Santema did not start as a coach. He started as a racer. His background in cycling gave him discipline, focus and a structured way of looking at training. He later brought that same approach into sim racing.
What started in public online races grew into competitive sim racing at a high level. Abe became Dutch champion in Assetto Corsa Competizione and represented the Netherlands at the FIA Motorsport Games.
His experience with Esports Talent Center Gelderland and the NOC*NSF high-performance sports environment in the Netherlands also shapes how he coaches, together with his Esports Sports & Event Management education.
For Abe, coaching is useful when it helps a driver understand what happens on track. The goal is not only to say what should improve, but to explain why it happens and how you can train it in a focused way.
Frequently asked questions about 1-on-1 sim racing coaching
Below you will find practical answers about the intake, session length, prices, simulators, telemetry, younger drivers and coaching options.
Is the free intake a full coaching session?
No. The free intake is meant as an introduction. You discuss your level, goals and which coaching option fits best. It does not include a full coaching session or extensive data analysis.
How long does a coaching session take?
A single coaching session takes 60 minutes. The Progress Card includes 5 sessions of 60 minutes. The Performance Card includes 10 sessions of 60 minutes.
What does 1-on-1 sim racing coaching cost?
A single coaching session costs €45 excl. VAT, or $52 excl. VAT. The Progress Card costs €180 excl. VAT, or $209 excl. VAT. The Performance Card costs €389 excl. VAT, or $451 excl. VAT. The free intake has no cost.
Which coaching option fits best?
It depends on your goal. A free intake fits if you want to discuss your situation first. A single session fits one specific problem. The Progress Card fits structured improvement. The Performance Card fits longer-term guidance for races, leagues or endurance.
Is sim racing coaching suitable for beginners?
Yes. As a beginner, you work on the basics: control, braking, racing lines, throttle control and confidence. You do not need experience with data or telemetry. Coaching is adapted to your level.
Is coaching also suitable for advanced sim racers?
Yes. For advanced sim racers, coaching can go deeper into race pace, consistency, racecraft, strategy, replay, telemetry and preparation for races or leagues.
Can I train together with a friend or teammate?
Yes, that is possible. The coaching is built as 1-on-1 coaching, but you can also join with a friend or teammate. For a larger group, it is best to discuss the format and planning first.
Which simulators can I use for coaching?
Coaching is adapted to the simulator you drive. ACC, iRacing and Le Mans Ultimate are common examples, but other racing simulators can be discussed during the intake or request.
Is data or telemetry always used?
No. Data and telemetry are used where they fit your level, simulator and goal. Sometimes live feedback or replay review is enough. The focus stays on what helps your driving most.
Can I switch to a coaching card after one single session?
Yes. If you start with one session and want to continue, you can discuss the best next step with Abe after the session.
Can younger sim racers book coaching?
Yes, but for younger drivers it is usually best to involve a parent or guardian in the first contact, planning and payment.
How soon can a paid session be planned?
Starting is usually possible within two weeks after payment, depending on availability, planning and the chosen coaching option.
Still unsure which option fits? Ask your question or start with a free intake.
Start with 1-on-1 sim racing coaching
Want to drive more consistently, improve your race pace or understand where you lose time? Choose the coaching option that fits your level, goal and planning.
Choose your next step
Start with a free intake if you want to discuss your situation first. Choose a single session if you want to work on one specific problem. If you want structured improvement, the Progress Card or Performance Card will usually fit better.
A coaching session can also be a practical gift for someone who enjoys sim racing and wants to improve in a more focused way.
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Read more at ABEX Works
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