Get Involved

As a Driver

Drifting SA hosts a variety of events throughout the year designed for all skill levels. As a volunteer organisation, our events are held on weekends, with details and entry system released approximately weeks prior. Check out our Annual Events Calendar below for a complete schedule.

Requirements

To be able to drive at our events, you must:

  • Be at least 14 years old.
  • Drivers under 18 must contact us for approval before entering and must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

For Newbie Drivers

Drift Car Rental

Curious about drifting but don’t have a car? Drifting SA offers Learn 2 Drift sessions at our Drift School days, including a personal instructor and car for your session. Spaces are limited, so stay updated via our Events page to secure a spot!

Drift School

Our “Bring Your Own Car” Drift School runs primarily on skidpans (Super Schools may use larger tracks). Courses range from:

  • Donuts and figure-8s for beginners.
  • Advanced techniques like entries and tandem driving.

Vehicle requirements for Drift School:

  • A rear-wheel-drive car with a non-open differential.
  • A helmet.

Freestyle Events

WINTERFEST / LOCKTOBERFEST

These jam-packed, freestyle events feature:

  • Multiple layouts on The Bend’s drift track.
  • Groups tailored to different experience levels.
  • Skidpan sessions (when available).

Competitions & Regulations

If you’re thinking about competing, please review the standing regulations on the vehicle requirements page for details on competition format, car setup, and driver etiquette. Supplementary regulations are sent out before each event.

Competition Levels

  • L2 (Entry Level): Aimed for drivers new to competition, focusing on building experience and confidence.
  • L1 (Advanced): Once drivers have demonstrated their skills and feel more comfortable with the pressures of competition, they are encouraged to move up to L1, which offers a more challenging level of competition for seasoned competitors.

Membership Perks

Season Membership - Ideal for Competitors

With the Season Membership, you pay one upfront fee of $349 for L2 or $399 for L1 (includes Driver Membership) to commit to a full year of our Competition Series and enjoy exclusive benefits all year long:

  • $100 off per Competition Rround (compared to non-member).

  • Up to $100 off Practice Entries (depending on venue)

  • The final round entry is only $1!

This membership offers great value for drivers who plan to participate across the season. The only caveat - you must drive all rounds to remain valid. Missing a round will cancel the membership, reverting you back to Driver Membership only.

Special Offers for Interstate Drivers

Interstate drivers competing in our events can access discounted practice sessions and other benefits. Email us at president@driftingsa.com.au for details.

Pro Rides & Passenger Passes

Want to go passenger in a drift car at one of our events?! Then take a look at some of the options below.

The minimum age for passengers at all Drifting SA events is 14. Passengers under the age of 18 will need a guardian present to sign a waiver. 

Pro Rides

Go for a ride with one of our 'Pro' drivers. We provide a helmet & put you in the passenger seat with an experienced driver from the team. You will do a set number of laps (normally 2-3) in the passenger seat of the car, while the driver is flat out sideways. Pro rides is normally ran as a part of our larger events like Matsuris or Drift Competitions & can be bought on the same web page that you would normally buy a spectator pass. See driftingsa.com.au/tickets - please note event tickets are released approximately 3-4 weeks prior an event, with prices starting at $99 depending on how many laps you go for.

Pro Rides Dates for 2025:

  • Saturday 15 March - The Bend
  • Sunday 16 March - The Bend
  • Sunday 1 June - The Bend
  • Saturday 28 June - The Bend
  • Sunday 29 June - The Bend
  • Sunday 17 August - Mallala
  • Sunday 5 October - The Bend
  • Saturday 29 November - The Bend
  • Sunday 30 November - The Bend

Passenger Passes

Got a friend or family member driving at one of our events & want to go for some laps with them? Then you can purchase a passenger arm band & do just that. Of course the car will need all the safety equipment to take passengers & you will need to provide your own helmet. Most helmets are acceptable (Australian/NZ/European/Snell standards), including open face, except skull caps.

All passengers must wear long sleeve clothing (tops/pants) and enclosed shoes.

We offer passenger passes at all our events (& they can be bought in person once you're at the track. Prices vary depending on the event duration (starting at approximately $25 for a 4 hour event, $35 for a full day event, $45 for a longer event). Head to the Administration Building / Shed to purchase and complete an insurance waiver.

As a Drifting Board Member or Volunteer

Drifting SA Board:

The Drifting SA Board is group of passionate volunteers who meet on a regular basis to advance drifting in South Australia. The Board's role is to conduct activities that support the positive recognition of drift, including public displays, relationship management and safety regulations.

Each year, an Annual General Meeting is held, which all members of Drifting SA are invited to, and new Board members can nominate and be voted in at this time.

Event Volunteers:

Drifting SA events are coordinated and managed by 'Drift Dates' team Stewy Bryant and Renae Sullivan, and then delivered by an experienced volunteer team that put in an absolutely amazing effort on the day.

On the day duties include startline, flags, recovery, pit runners, pit release, pit exit and more. All that is required is some reasonable knowledge of track safety and a genuine commitment to the roles.

If you would like to get more involved, start by following our Facebook page (link below), attending our events and then put your hand up if you think it's something you'd like to be a part of!

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