Almost sold out!
Kick off the year with our first event of 2026 on Sunday 8th February at The Bend! We’re running two separate sessions across the day, each with its own entry and targeted skill level:
You can enter one or both, depending on your experience level.
DRIFT SCHOOL – 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Beginner drivers must enter Drift School only
Bring your own car and learn the fundamentals with instructors available in-car or trackside.
9:00AM – 11:30AM
3 different skidpan courses:
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Wet Courses – Donuts & Figure 8s
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Dry Course – Corner for practicing entries, transitions & early tandems
11:30AM – 12:00PM
Lunch break
12:00PM – 1:00PM
Skidpan converts to a full dry track for Drift School participants only
Maximum 24 drivers
➡️ Intermediate drivers may also choose to enter the afternoon Skidpan, but this is a separate entry and must be booked in advance. We can’t upgrade you on the day if it sells out.
OPEN SKIDPAN – 1:00PM to 5:00PM
Intermediate & Advanced drivers only
Enjoy the Meihan Replica layout on the dry skidpan.
Beginner drivers are not permitted in this session – Drift School is required first.
Maximum 28 drivers
EXPERIENCE LEVELS DEFINED:
BEGINNER
New to drifting or still learning basics like entries and linking corners.
Beginners must enter Drift School only.
INTERMEDIATE / ADVANCED
INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED
Able to link corners consistently.
Experience may include Drift School, Malalla, XPark, or similar.
FAQs:
Can I enter both Drift School & Skidpan? Yes - but they are separate entries and aimed at different skill levels. If you’re an intermediate driver wanting to refine your skills in the morning and drive Skidpan in the afternoon, you’ll need to select both entries at checkout.
Can I share a car? Yes. You can add one guest driver per event entry at half price.
Car Requirements: Rear wheel drive; check
Vehicle Requirements for more details.
Passengers: Allowed in all cars with appropriate seating / seatbelts for passengers. Passes can be purchased on the day at the Sign On desk. Minimum age is 14 and must be wearing long sleeve top/pants and enclosed shoes.
License: Racers Clubman Licence (single event/weekend $50, annual $95) - Purchase here. Drivers under 18 must contact us for approval before entering and must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
Attire: Helmet (AS/NZS1698), long sleeve tops and pants (ideally 100% cotton), closed toe shoes.
Tyres: We wont have a tyre changer at this event so please bring tyres fitted on wheels! (You shouldnt need any if you're just driving the School).
Deadline for entries: Thursday before the event or when sold out.
MEMBERSHIP REMINDER
Don’t forget to purchase your Drifting SA Membership!
Highly recommended before entering.
Terms & Conditions & Refund Policy
By entering our events, you agree to our terms and conditions:
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No refunds are available unless the event is cancelled or postponed.
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Credit for a future event may be issued if you cancel at least one day before the event, and only if your original entry was received at least 7 days prior.
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Entries cannot be transferred to another participant.
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Our events often sell out. We use a fair and transparent waitlist process - if a registered participant cancels, the next person on the waitlist will be contacted and given the opportunity to take the spot.
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All cancellations must be submitted via email to:
president@driftingsa.com.au
Messages via text, social media, or other methods will not be accepted.
Detailed email with further information will be sent approximately 1 week before the event.
