RUN THE TAN

RUN THE TAN Your central source of truth for all official times around The Tan + host of annual Run the Tan showcase event and weekly Run Club.

The TAN Track is one of the most iconic and popular running tracks in Australia. People from all walks of life and abilities have either jogged, raced, walked or trained on the Tan track. Most people can relate to what their PB is around the tan.

Run Club 22.08.2026 🙌 Great job everyone. Shout out to Clare and Marilyn for leading today's session.Perfect way to kick...
22/08/2026

Run Club 22.08.2026 🙌

Great job everyone.

Shout out to Clare and Marilyn for leading today's session.

Perfect way to kick start the weekend.

Join us 8am every Saturday morning at The Tan.

All welcome, all ages, all abilities, all paces. We have you covered.

Proudly supported by Kraken — Learn more: https://runthetan.net/have-a-krak/

One lap. One hill. No hiding. ⏱️Think you know your Tan time?At Run the Tan 2027, you’ll get the chance to find out. Of...
19/08/2026

One lap. One hill. No hiding. ⏱️

Think you know your Tan time?

At Run the Tan 2027, you’ll get the chance to find out. Officially.

Every participant gets an official chip-timed lap of the Tan, delivered by Tomato Timing, giving you an accurate result you can measure, compare and come back to beat.

Whether you’re chasing a PB, testing yourself against your mates, climbing the Run the Tan rankings or simply want to know what you can do over Melbourne’s most iconic 3.827km lap, this is your benchmark.

Your lap. Your time. Your result.

And with some of Australia’s greatest runners having tested themselves on the same course, you can see how your time stacks up against the best.

🏃 3.827km around the Tan
⏱️ Official chip timing
🏆 Official results
🔥 Your chance to set a benchmark and chase it again

GET YOUR OWN OFFICIAL TIME.

📅 Sunday 18 April 2027
📍 The Tan, Melbourne

RUN THE TAN 2027
One Lap. One Hill. No Hiding.

What does it really mean to be tough?For more than a decade, Steve Baker built a reputation as one of the AFL’s toughest...
16/08/2026

What does it really mean to be tough?

For more than a decade, Steve Baker built a reputation as one of the AFL’s toughest competitors.

But some of his hardest battles came after football.

Losing his career. Losing his dad. Losing his close mate Shane Warne. And learning that sometimes the strongest thing you can do is admit you’re struggling and ask someone for help.

Movement and good people became a big part of Steve’s way back.

“Putting your hand up and saying you’re struggling, that was hard and tough to do.”

Steve shares his story with Darren Templeton in the latest Community Story: What It Really Means to Be Tough.

Read the full story via the link in bio

https://darrentempleton.com.au/steve-baker/

Find your people. Find your pace. Find your community. Run the Tan Run Club is for anyone who wants to move, connect and...
16/08/2026

Find your people. Find your pace. Find your community.

Run the Tan Run Club is for anyone who wants to move, connect and be part of something genuine.

Fast or slow. Young or old. First lap or fifty-first. Walk, jog or run.

No expectations. No egos. Just good people, good energy and an iconic place to run.

Come solo. Bring a mate. Meet some new ones.

Whatever your pace, there’s a place for you.

- All ages. All abilities. All paces.
- Walk, jog or run
- Structured training if you want it
- Free to join
- Everyone welcome

JOIN THE MOVEMENT.

📍 Pillars of Wisdom, Tan Track
🕗 Every Saturday | 8am

Come down this Saturday and Have a Krak.

Run the Tan Run Club is proudly supported by

RUN THE TAN RUN CLUB
Run local. Run iconic.

👉More Info - https://runthetan.net/run-club/

Run Club 15.08.2026 🙌Best way to kick start the weekend. Shout to Clare for leading today's session.Join us 8am every Sa...
14/08/2026

Run Club 15.08.2026 🙌

Best way to kick start the weekend.

Shout to Clare for leading today's session.

Join us 8am every Saturday morning at The Tan.

All welcome, all ages, all abilities, all paces. We have you covered.

Proudly supported by Kraken — Learn more: https://runthetan.net/have-a-krak/

THE TAN BELONGS TO EVERYONE. Elite athletes. Emergency services. Schools. Families. You.Run the Tan has always been abou...
09/08/2026

THE TAN BELONGS TO EVERYONE.

Elite athletes. Emergency services. Schools. Families. You.

Run the Tan has always been about bringing people together through movement, no matter your age, ability, pace or experience.

Run it. Jog it. Walk it. Race it.

Come with your family. Your mates. Your school. Your team. Or simply come as you are.

There’s no one type of person who belongs on the Tan.

Everyone does.

📅 Sunday 18 April 2027
📍 The Tan Track, Melbourne

ONE LAP | ONE HILL | NO HIDING

Run Club 08.08.2026 🙌 Energetic and committed crew this morning. Join us every Saturday morning 8am at The Tan. All welc...
07/08/2026

Run Club 08.08.2026 🙌

Energetic and committed crew this morning.

Join us every Saturday morning 8am at The Tan. All welcome. All ages, all abilities.

Proudly supported by Kraken — Learn more: https://runthetan.net/have-a-krak/

Purpose Beyond the Finish LineJaryd Clifford has been a valued member of the wider Run the Tan community for many years....
03/08/2026

Purpose Beyond the Finish Line

Jaryd Clifford has been a valued member of the wider Run the Tan community for many years.

Like many in our community, we've admired his achievements as a Paralympian, World Champion and world record holder. But behind those achievements is an even more inspiring story of resilience, vulnerability and purpose.

In this latest Community Story, Run the Tan founder Darren Templeton sits down with Jaryd to explore the person behind the medals.

Together they discuss the highs of representing Australia, the heartbreak of Tokyo and Paris, the importance of asking for help, and why true strength doesn't mean doing everything alone.

Thank you, Jaryd, for sharing your story so openly and honestly. We hope it inspires others as much as it inspired us.

📖 Read the full Community Story:
https://darrentempleton.com.au/jaryd-clifford/

Which school will be the fastest in 2027? 🏆The Battle of the Schools returns to Run the Tan on Sunday 18 April 2027.Ever...
02/08/2026

Which school will be the fastest in 2027? 🏆

The Battle of the Schools returns to Run the Tan on Sunday 18 April 2027.

Every year, schools from across Victoria come together to race for more than medals. They race for pride, teamwork and the chance to have their school name etched into Run the Tan history.

Will your school be next?

Whether you're defending a title, chasing redemption or making your debut, now is the time to start building your team.

📅 Sunday 18 April 2027
📍 The Tan Track, Melbourne

Represent your school. Race with pride. Leave your mark.

🥉 BRONZE FOR CLAUDIA HOLLINGSWORTH! 🇦🇺🔥Claudia Hollingsworth has announced herself on the Commonwealth Games stage, prod...
01/08/2026

🥉 BRONZE FOR CLAUDIA HOLLINGSWORTH! 🇦🇺🔥

Claudia Hollingsworth has announced herself on the Commonwealth Games stage, producing a brilliant performance to claim bronze in the women's Mile on her championship debut.

The 20-year-old crossed the line in 4:40.20, securing her first Commonwealth Games medal and completing a historic Australian podium sweep.

A sensational performance and an exciting glimpse of what's still to come. Congratulations, Claudia! 👏💚💛

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Pillars Of Wisdom, The Tan Track
Melbourne, VIC
3004

Opening Hours

Monday 5am - 12am
Tuesday 5am - 12am
Wednesday 5am - 12am
Thursday 5am - 12am
Friday 5am - 12am
Saturday 5am - 12am
Sunday 5am - 12am

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+61390086520

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