DISC Velodrome

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The Home of Track Cycling in Victoria

The Joe Ciavola Velodrome, also known as DISC Velodrome, is the premier indoor velodrome in Victoria. Opened in 2004, it served as the training ground for teams competing in the 2006 Melbourne Commonwealth Games. Today, DISC remains the training venue for the VIS track team and has hosted numerous prestigious events, including the Melbourne Cup on Wheels and Austral. The velodrome boasts a rich history, with Australian and World records broken on its 250-meter timber track with a maximum banking of 42 degrees. 

The velodrome is named after Joe Ciavola, a prominent figure in Victorian cycling. Ciavola competed as an amateur, winning prestigious races like the Melbourne Cup on Wheels and the Sixes. His dedication to the sport ultimately led to the construction of the DISC velodrome. 

Bookings 

DISC is managed by Darebin City Council. 

Casual Bookings: The velodrome is available for casual use outside of booked times. To enquire about casual booking availability, please contact Steven Nicol on [email protected]

Membership Requirements 

All track users must hold either a minimum AusCycling Lifestyle Membership or a Four-Week Trial Membership. 

Availability 

DISC Velodrome is primarily used by cycling clubs on weekday evenings and by the Victorian Institute of Sport (VIS) on Wednesday and Saturday afternoons. However, the track is available for casual use when not booked.  

User Groups 

Monday

Blackburn Club, 6pm – 9pm

Tuesday

DISC Masters, 10am – 12pm 

Brunswick Tuesday Night Racing, 6pm – 9pm 

Wednesday

Carnegie-Caulfield Club, 7pm – 10pm

Thursday

DISC Fit, 6am – 8am

Thursday Race, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Friday

Diamond Ride, 7:30am – 9:30am 

DISC Masters, 10am – 12pm 

Women’s Track Training, 6pm – 8pm 

Saturday

Italo Cycling Club, 8am – 10:30am

Sunday

Pilot Track Training: 8am – 10am 

Brad Robins, 10am – 1pm 

BBN, 5pm – 7pm

To find a club or group to ride with, use our Club Finder. 

Current Bookings 

  • Click here to view bookings for week commencing Monday 9th December
  • Click here to view bookings for week commencing Monday 16th December
  • Click here to view bookings for week commencing Monday 23rd December
  • Click here to view bookings for week commencing Monday 30th December

Events 

The DISC Velodrome hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including Austral and local club events. 

We also run the following regular sessions: 

  • DISC Fit: Structured training session held Thursdays between 6am and 8am. To register click here or contact Steven Nicol on [email protected]
  • DIAMOND RIDE: Structured training session on Fridays between 7:30am and 9:30am. To enquire email [email protected]
  • Transition to Track: Session for riders 30+ on Fridays between 9:00am and 10:00am (by appointment only). To enquire email [email protected]

Other Information 

  • While AusCycling strives to minimize disruptions, user bookings may be adjusted to accommodate major events or national championships. Additionally, closures for other events and maintenance may occur throughout the year. AusCycling will provide advanced notice and offer alternative booking options whenever possible. 
  • Outside of our Come and Try and Women on Track sessions, all riders must be accredited.  

Download a list of Accredited Riders here. 

Location 

Darebin International Sports Complex, 281 Darebin Road, Thornbury, 3071 

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