Pat ... sounds like great advice and like fun too! Will have to try this out when I get my FIA.
LodiWino ... To Doug's point, a high performance driving school of some kind might be good. Another option is an organization called Hooked On Driving that might be what you are looking for. They have events at Thunderhill, which I understand has lots of runoff room.
http://www.hookedondriving.com/
I don't have any personal experience or affiliation with them, but I work with several people that have run with them many times and had a great time.
Don't know what the safety requirements are, but if you are interested, check them out.
Have fun with your car!
Regards,
- Tim