Drift Academy: Building the Next Generation of Champions explores the foundations behind one of New Zealand’s most influential grassroots drifting programs, built by founder Sky Zhao. Through his approach to driving, discipline, and progression, the film captures how a clear pathway into the sport has been created for the next generation.
At the centre is Corbyn Wilson, an emerging driver working toward a career in professional drifting. His journey follows the realities of development, long days, constant refinement, and the pressure to perform, culminating in a defining moment: competing in the New Zealand MSC Challenge for a coveted Formula Drift Japan license.
Combining raw track footage with an observational approach, the film documents the process behind progression in drifting, where consistency and composure are everything. It’s a look at what it takes to be ready when a real opportunity presents itself.
