Are you keen to get a real hands-on experience of motorsport?
Slide into the world of motorsport with FIA Girls on Track – Rally School. This brand-new initiative is designed to provide women aged 17 years and older an opportunity to try rallying in a safe, supportive and accessible environment.
Queensland will host the program’s first event on Saturday 31 May, in partnership with the Queensland Government, Ipswich West Moreton Auto Club and Rally School Australia.
This free event is open to women aged 17 – 30 who hold a current driver licence (P1 minimum). Experience with manual transmission is preferred and cars will be provided by Rally School Australia.
Two four hour sessions will be available for registration, with 25 spots available in each, so get in quick to avoid disappointment.
Event Details
Date: Saturday 31 May 2025
Time: Morning: 8am – 12pm | Afternoon: 12:30pm – 4:30pm
Location: Rally School Brisbane (Ipswich), Willowbank, Queensland
Cost: Free
Applications close for the FIA Girls on Track – Rally School Program at 11:59pm on Monday, 26 May 2025.
- Each session (morning and afternoon) will be four hours in duration
- Participants have the option to choose the morning or the afternoon session
- Both sessions will include an education session and safety briefing prior to driving rally cars
- The driving sessions allow participants to learn to drive a rally car under the guidance of experienced instructors, in a controlled, safe environment
- Cars and helmets are provided
- Queensland rally drivers and co-drivers will be in attendance to support participants
- The top two performers across the two sessions will have the opportunity to participate in the Ipswich West Moreton Auto Club’s club rally the Sunday after the event. Those who participate in this event will be required to purchase a Motorsport Australia Speed Licence, which will be organised at the event.
- A woman between 17-30 years old
- Hold a current Australian driver licence (P1 minimum), you will be asked to present this before you drive
- Preferred you can competently drive a manual gearbox
- Helmets are provided at the event
- Cars are provided
- Wear long sleeves and long pants and enclosed shoes
What is FIA Girls on Track - Rally School?
The FIA Girls on Track – Rally School project is an innovative initiative designed to significantly increase female participation in motorsport, specifically targeting the accessible and exciting discipline of rally. This project engages participants through a multifaceted approach that combines hands-on driving experiences, educational workshops, and involvement in event planning and officiating, ensuring a comprehensive immersion into the world of motorsport.
Where and when is the program taking place?
The event will take place at Rally School Brisbane (Ipswich), Willowbank, Queensland on Saturday 31 May, 2025.
Two sessions are available, one from 8am – 12pm and another from 12:30 – 4:30pm.
What is rallying?
Rallying is unique to motorsport as instead of racing other cars on a track, you’re competing against the clock.
A typical rally event features multiple stages, which are short high-speed courses typically set in a forest or gravel road. Your goal is to go from Point A to Point B in the quickest time possible.
It’s a full day of adventure, where you leave your home base – known as the Service Park. You’ll drive on public roads to get to your next destination, and you’ve got to safely get there on time too during what’s called ‘Road Sections’.
While each stage may range between as little as 4 kilometres long through to more than 20 kilometres, you’ll easily clock up 500 kilometres driving between Road Sections and competitive stages.
Because every stage is different, you’ll also rely on your passenger next to you – the co-driver. Their job is to read the road for you, telling you whether it’s left or right, the grade and distance of the corners coming up.
At this event, you will be learning the basics of rallying, there will be no competitive element of this event and the “stage” is a single dedicated track.
Who can apply?
Women 17 – 30 years old who hold a current Australian driver licence (P1 minimum) are eligible.
It is strongly recommended that participants can competently drive a manual gearbox.
Rally School’s Terms & Conditions:
a) If you are having a RallySchool driving experience, then you must:
i. Be over the age of 17 and hold a current Australian driver’s licence (this must be presented before you drive);
ii. Be able to competently drive a manual gearbox
iii. Be no more than 196cm tall; and
iv. Weigh no more than 135kg
How do I apply?
When is the registration deadline?
Registrations must be submitted through the Girls on Track Rally School – Registration Form by 11:59pm AEDT on Monday, 26 May 2025.
Do I need any previous experience in motorsport?
No, you do not need any prior experience in motorsport to participant in this program.
What are my responsibilities?
As per Rally School’s Terms & Conditions:
a) If you are having a RallySchool driving experience, then you must:
i. Be over the age of 17 and hold a current Australian driver’s licence (this must be presented before you drive);
ii. Be able to competently drive a manual gearbox
iii. Be no more than 196cm tall; and
iv. Weigh no more than 135kg
What are other requirements to participate?
a) You must wear long pants and enclosed shoes.
b) You must read and sign the RallySchool Indemnity form before starting your drive or ride experience.
c) You must attend the briefing session held prior to your driving or ride experience. Failure to participate in this briefing will forfeit your purchase.
d) If you are under 18 years of age, you must have the written consent of a parent or guardian to participate.
e) You must have zero blood alcohol concentration at all times.
f) RallySchool is not liable for any financial loss you may incur as a result of a drive or ride experience being cancelled or postponed,
g) If RallySchool reasonably believes you:
i) Have breached these Terms and Conditions;
ii) Are under the influence of alcohol or drugs;
iii) Are causing a disturbance or threatening the safety of anyone;
iv) Have damaged or are likely to damage the vehicles, equipment or other assets, then RallySchool may refuse you entry, request you leave, or, if necessary, restrain or remove you.
Cancellation and Postponement Information
a) While every effort is made to uphold scheduled track days, RallySchool may cancel or postpone a drive or ride experience on a particular day without notice due to:
i) Unsuitable track conditions (e.g. actual or potential damage from rain or other factors);
ii) Technical problems with or damage to vehicles or equipment; or
iii) Other events beyond RallySchool’s reasonable control
How much does it cost to attend?
The program is free of charge for selected participants.
Please note: Motorsport Australia will not bear any travel and accommodation costs to and from the event.
What should I bring on the day?
- Helmets are provided at the event
- Cars are provided
- Wear long sleeves and long pants and enclosed shoes
Who can I contact for more information?
For any questions, please email girlsontrack@motorsport.org.au.
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