The State Sport Centres’s facilities include Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre (MSAC), Lakeside Stadium and the State Netball and Hockey Centre in Parkville, and the State Basketball Centre in Knox.
The State Sport Centres’s aim is to support your sporting journey, whether that be in grassroots and community sport, personal fitness and health or excelling in a career in high-performance competition. It’s got everything you need to succeed!
This facility is a comprehensive sports facility equipped with a wide range of amenities to accommodate various sports and physical activities. The sports base features various training equipment and specialised facilities to cater to athletes and fitness enthusiasts of all skill levels. It also offers a range of programs and services such as individual training, team practices, and competitions. The facility is staffed by experienced instructors, trainers, and coaches, who are available to assist and guide individuals in reaching their goals.
Lakeside Stadium with capacity for 12,000 (7,400 seated) spectators:
-FIFA sized Grass Football pitch
-International standard Running track with athletics warm up areas
MSAC Indoor Sports courts and Stadiums with capacity for up to 1,800 spectators:
-10 Basketball courts
-10 Squash courts
-12 Badminton courts
-3 Volleyball courts
-18 Table tennis tables
State Netball and Hockey Centre:
-Indoor Multi Sports Arena with spectators capacity 3,050 and up for basketball, volleyball, martial arts, concerts, indoor soccer and other indoor sports
-11 Indoor Netball courts
-2 Outdoor Hockey fields, with a grandstand providing seating for up to 8,000 spectators
MSAC Aquatic facilities:
-2x 50m Competition pools indoor and outdoor
-25m Indoor Lap pool
-16 Indoor Diving platforms including a variety of springboards and platforms
-Multi-purpose pool, hydrotherapy pool, spa, sauna and steam room
Knox Regional Sports Park:
-1 Full-size Synthetic Soccer pitch
-9x five-aside Soccer pitches
-Full sized Basketball court with 3,100 retractable spectator seats
-12 Basketball courts
-Full Gymnastics hall with grandstand seating for 150 patrons
-High-performance Gym with hot and cold recovery pools
Facility maintenance
Modern equipment
Lockers, showers, restrooms and changing rooms
First-aid equipment
Parking
Accessibility features
Specialised rooms
Lighting throughout the complex
| Sports training and Staff | The sports base offers a wide range of sports training programs and services to help individuals reach their goals. The sports center is fully equipped and has all the required facilities to host various tournaments and competitions. For those who simply want to get back into shape, general preparation lessons and personalized training programs are also offered.
The sports base is staffed by a team of professionals who are dedicated to ensuring that visitors have a great experience. The staff includes individuals with experience and expertise in their field, who are available to assist and guide visitors as needed. |