DISC Velodrome

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

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

Italo Cycling Club, 2:30pm – 5pm

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 15^th July
Click here to view bookings for week commencing Monday 22^nd July
Click here to view bookings for week commencing Monday 29^th July

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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