Public Training Information
Welcome to the Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre (QSAC), a popular event space and premier training precinct for junior and high performance athletes, as well as members of the public.
QSAC features two international standard athletics tracks and is the only facility in Australia with two 400m ten lane tracks.
QSAC Facilities
State Athletics Facility (SAF)
The SAF track is a Rekortan synthetic surface with a 400m track that has ten (10) lanes. Additionally there are:
- 1 x discus cage
- 1 x discus/hammer cage
- 2 x high jump mats with uprights and cross bars
- 1 x pole vault mat with uprights and cross bar
- 2 x shot put circles
- 2 x javelin throws runways
- 4 x horizontal pits (long jump/triple jump)
- Training hurdles
Main Stadium
The Main Stadium track is a Rekortan synthetic surface with a 400m track that has ten (10) lanes. Additionally there are:
- 2 x discus cages (no hammer)
- 2 x high jump mats with uprights and cross bars
- 1 x pole vault mat with uprights and cross bar
- 2 x shot put circles
- 2 x javelin throws runways
- 4 x horizontal pits on the Western Side (long jump/triple jump)
- 2 x horizontal pits on the Eastern Side (long jump/triple jump)
- Training hurdles
Please note that while we strive to offer these facilities, their availability cannot be guaranteed at all times. As a community, it's important that we all collaborate and share these spaces responsibly.
Find out what's on at QSAC here to plan your visit accordingly.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
In order to optimize athletic performance and safeguard the integrity of the Rekortan track surface, it is imperative that athletes refrain from utilizing pointed spikes capable of puncturing the surface. The Rekortan track is designed that when blunt spikes depress the surface the rebound effect will propel the athlete forward, maximising performance. The only spike permitted for use on the track are the Christmas Tree and Pyramid shape variety.
The composition of the spike ie. ceramic or metal, is irrelevant and will not be monitored.
For all training and competition the spikes must conform to the rules below:
- Track spikes must not surpass a length of 7mm.
- Field spikes, with the exception of javelin and high jump disciplines, must not exceed 9mm in length, and the aforementioned disciplines must adhere to a maximum length of 12mm.
A single entry ticket is priced at $6 (GST inclusive), or you have the option to purchase a pre-paid card for $60, which covers a total of 11 visits.
The fees are:
- 1 visit $6.00
- 11 visits $60 (multi visit card)
- 30 visits $160 (multi visit card)
10 visit prepaid cards purchased prior to 18 September 2023 are valid until September 2024.
To access the training schedules, kindly navigate to the 'Public Training Times' page here. Once there, you will need to toggle between the tabs labeled "Main Stadium" and "SAF Track" to view the distinct available timings. To locate your preferred date, simply switch between the "This week" and "Next week" tabs.
Please note that in absence of a specific time on certain dates, public training will not be available.
Coaches
Our goal is to connect you with the right coach who understands your aspirations and can help you achieve your best performance. To get in contact with a coach, enquire with Queensland Athletics here or visit Athletics Australia Finder.
Your athletic journey is our priority, and we're excited to help you succeed!
In consideration of the numerous young teenagers engaging in our public training sessions, we kindly request that no filming or photography take place during these sessions. To facilitate any desired filming or photography, we encourage interested parties to reach out to our events team via email to discuss the possibility of making a booking.
Your understanding and cooperation in this matter is greatly appreciated.