Our eight-lane athletics track is certified Class 2 by the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF). That’s great news for athletes, because it means that any records set on the track will be formally recognised.
Located next to Beaton Park Leisure Centre, the Kerry McCann Athletics Track also has:
- Long jump and triple jump tracks
- High jump
- Pole vault track
- Four throwing circles including hammer and discus cages
- Steeple chase.
The 500 seat grandstand makes this a great venue for training and competition, or community events.
Want to get involved in activities at Kerryn McCann Athletics Track? Groups that regularly use this venue include:
All clubs offer coaching for their members at our track.
Contact the group you're interested in for more information, or to join their activities.
| Monday | 5.45am – 10pm |
| Tuesday | 5.45am – 10pm |
| Wednesday | 5.45am – 9.30pm |
| Thursday | 5.45am – 9.30pm |
| Friday | 5.45am – 8.30pm |
| Saturday | 6.30am – 6pm |
| Sunday | 6.30am – 6pm |
Note: track hours and public access may change at short notice.
All trainers and coaches working at Kerryn McCann Athletics Track must be accredited with Athletics NSW or Athletics Australia. This applies to independent trainers, plus those working with groups who regularly use the track.
If you're an independent trainer and would like to provide services at our athletics track, please contact us to arrange a licence.
Current fees for the Kerryn McCann Athletics Track are shown below. You can also view our full list of Fees and Charges.
Kerry McCann (nee Hindmarsh) was born in Bulli and became recognised as one of Australia’s finest distance athletes. She was a proud Coledale resident and loving mother of three with her husband Greg.
Over her career, Kerryn represented Australia in the women’s marathon at Olympic Games in Atlanta (1996), Sydney (2000) and Athens (2004). She also competed at three Commonwealth Games, winning gold medals in 2002 and 2006.
Kerryn was a modest yet popular athlete, who could often be found training along Wollongong’s beaches, roads and bike tracks. She also worked to support numerous community fundraising activities.
Kerryn was diagnosed with breast cancer in August 2007. Her depth of character and courage inspired many in our community, until her passing on 7 December 2008.
The Kerry McCann Athletics Track was named in her honour in 2009.
A plaque commemorating her achievements can also be found in St James Park in Kerryn’s home town of Coledale.