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 18th November
- Click here to view bookings for week commencing Monday 25th November
- Click here to view bookings for week commencing Monday 2nd December
- Click here to view bookings for week commencing Monday 9th 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
