Kiama Coastal Classic | Elite Energy

Overview

We’re looking forward to the 4th year of The Kiama Coastal Classic. Held right in the heart of the running season, giving runners of all ages and abilities the perfect lead up event to other major events or as an opportunity to enjoy themselves among friends and family. This year we have made several changes and have ALL NEW distances available to suit all levels of age and fitness. Each section of this incredible run will keep runners, joggers and walkers mesmerised, taking in the coastal vista and South Coast icons including Werri and Kiama Beaches, with rolling green hills on one side and rugged coastline on the other.

The running festival boasts three race distances; 2 kilometres, 12 kilometres and the main event, the 21 kilometre Kiama Coastal Classic. The 21km and 2km events are out and back while the 12km is a point to point all taking in the breathtaking view of the coastline. The finish line for all three distances is at Kiama Surf Club where there will be an onsite expo and prize giveaways.

There you stand ready to take a walk in their footsteps, along a path they once wandered. This walk will lead you to various places where they camped, hunted and gathered seafood, shellfish, land animals, birds, bush tucker and bush medicine, as well as tool making and ceremony.Welcome to Wodi-Wodi and Dharawal Land. Our Ancestors roamed up and down this coastline for thousands of years. We pay respect to our ancestral elders, for their spirits still walk this land.

Races

Got questions about the race? Download the FAQ here.

Race Name	Date
2km Bolt	June 22, 2019	More information	Register
12km Kiama One Way Classic	June 22, 2019	More information	Register
21km Kiama Coastal Classic	June 22, 2019	More information	Register

Schedule

2018 Schedule is subject to change.

2018 schedule for reference only

Opens	Closes	Event	Location
9.00am	1.30pm	Health & Lifestyle Expo	Black Beach, Kiama
9.00am	9.55am	Registration 14km Kiama Coastal Classic	Black Beach, Kiama
9.00am	9.45am	Registration 10km Blowhole Dash	Black Beach, Kiama
9.20am	-	First Bus Leaves Black Beach Kiama to Gerringong	Black Beach, Kiama
9.45am	10.30am	Registration 2.5km Lighthouse Bolt	Black Beach, Kiama
9.50am	-	Race Briefing 10km Blowhole Dash	Start line, Black Beach Kiama
10.00am	-	RACE START 10km Blowhole Dash	Black Beach, Kiama
10.00am	-	Second Bus Leaves Black Beach Kiama to Gerringong	Black Beach, Kiama
10.25am	-	Race Briefing 14km Kiama Coastal Classic	Start line, Pacific Avenue, Gerringong Surf Club
10.30am		RACE START- 14km Kiama Coastal Classic	Pacific Avenue, Gerringong Surf Club
10.35am	-	Race briefing 2.5km Lighthouse Bolt	Black Beach, Kiama
10.45am	-	RACE START 2.5km Lighthouse Bolt	Black Beach, Kiama
1.00pm	-	Presentation 14km & 10km	Black Beach, Kiama

Partners

Destination Kiama provides comprehensive services to market the Kiama area to encourage tourism and visitation. They partner with Elite Energy for this iconic running event. Click the link for the visitors guide on things to do in the area.

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Event Expo

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Results

Year	Name	Link
2018	All events	View results
2017	All events	View results
2016	All events	View results

Accommodation


For a list of accommodation options around Kiama please see www.kiama.com.au. Check out your accommodation options, from tourist parks and self serviced apartments to B&B’s and Hotels there is something for everyone. Save Save Save Save Save Save Save Save Save Save Save Save Save Save Save Save Save Save
5 winning winter reasons to visit and explore Kiama. 1. IT’S NOT COLD Okay, this might sound odd, but the fact that Kiama offers up a temperate coastal climate through winter is great for anyone wanting to get away from it all while still being connected to civilisation – and their extremities. Kiama rarely gets down into single digits, while average daytime maximums bottom out at a manageable 17 degrees. You’ll know it’s winter, but you won’t need all the bulky gear. 2. NATURE LOVES WINTER Kiama is a feast of natural splendour – from the sands and rugged volcanic rocks along the coast to the rolling hills and rainforests of the escarpment and valleys. And whether it’s a crisp clear blue morning or rain-soaked afternoon, nature finds a way to look even more beautiful in winter. The blowholes blow taller due to the frequent swells, the rainforests drip with lush greens and deep browns, and farmers and growers smile as they work. It’s as if the land has exhaled at last, and it’s wonderful to witness. 3. IT’S WINTSPIRATIONAL Escaping to Kiama means cosy cafes filled with warm beverages and welcoming shops filled with unique delights. It means rugged up walks along the coast, listening to inspiring music or podcasts. Unspoilt hours spent working on your novel, memoir, screenplay, artwork, album or travel diary, as the weather gently taps at the window. Think of Kiama as your muse – and winter brings its full attention! 4. BOREDOM SOLD SEPARATELY Winter offers you very good reasons to feel just fine about staying inside. Grab books, DVDs, games and magazines at Kiama’s modern Library or go back to where you came from at the Family History Centre. Explore artists’ work on the monthly Kiama Arts Trail or check out the current exhibition at the Old Fire Station Gallery or Art Bar. Or warm up your insides with a visit to Crooked River Winery or Gerringong Cooperative’s vodka, whiskey and rum distillery. Only boring people get bored! 5. IT’S TRULY UNSPOILT Shhhh, we’re not even sure we should tell you this. But one of the key features of Kiama being a coastal region is that most visitors come during warmer months. This means that during winter, you’ll have the place mostly to yourself – and it really is quite magical (and surreal) to walk a completely empty beach or lush golf course fairway. Now delete this webpage and tell no one else you saw it.

Road Closures

ALTERNATE TRAFFIC CONDITIONS WILL APPLY ON SUNDAY 22nd JUNE 2019
Business will be as usual in Gerringong & Kiama on the 22nd June, this notice is merely to inform residents & visitors of altered travel routes & how to commute during the events.

Pacific Ave
CLOSED between Geering St & Bridges Rd.
9.15am – 10.45am

Boanya Ave
CAUTION REQUIRED Runners on road shoulder.
9.30am – 12.00pm

Gwinanna Ave
CAUTION REQUIRED, Runners on road shoulder.
9.30am – 12.00pm

Click here to download the Kiama Coastal Classic Road Restrictions.