Canberra is active with year-round outdoor sports played including soccer, rugby league and union, AFL, cricket, golf, netball, hockey and little athletics for all ages and grades.
With extensive parks and ovals you can pass the footy and kick a ball almost anywhere. We have excellent skate parks for adventurous kids and you can ride your bike on the world championship mountain bike courses at Stromlo Forest Park or its criterium circuit and also use its extensive cross country running and horseriding facilities.
Triathlons and adventure races are common throughout spring to autumn with the lakes, great roads and bushland offering a variety of courses all within the city.
Canberra also plays host for matches by visiting national teams for cricket, AFL at Manuka Oval and rugby league, union as well as soccer at the Canberra Stadium.So come on, see for yourself!
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Take the children along to the adventure playground in Kambah to let off some steam. If they want a challenge then this is the place. The playground has been designed to meet the needs of toddlers, juniors and teenagers. They’ll love the tree house, junior and senior flying foxes and climbing...
Big Splash Waterpark is open during Summer from November 12. Get wet this summer! Head to the suburbs and cool down in this awesome waterpark. Nine waterslides and five heated pools will keep you going all day. Lounge around the pools or float on rubber tubes in Canberra's only waterpark cinema.
Come down to Canberra City Bowling Club to meet Andrew and the staff at Blake's. Open for lunch and dinner from Wednesday to Saturday. Tucked away in a quiet location just minutes from the city centre, the Canberra City Bowling Club has great facilities. Get some coaching if you're new to bowls...
Canberra International Golf Centre offers a range of golfing activities to suit keen golfers, families and fun seekers. Enjoy their 18 hole pitch and putt course and mini golf. The two story driving range is open till late. Shop for all your golfing needs at Pete’s Golf Connection; their...
Relax on one of three top quality greens or in comfortable clubhouse surroundings. If you want a casual bowl, you’ll need to call 6247 7838 and make a booking. If you want some competition, call the other number to book into one of the matches listed below: Monday; open sectional pairs at...
The Olympic outdoor pool is ideal for keeping cool in the hot summer months. It’s covered and heated in winter so you can swim whatever the season. A minimum of two swimming lanes are open to the general public at all times. Toddler and dive pools are open during Summer. Their Health Club is great
Play 18 holes in under 90 minutes. This 18 hole golf course is designed to provide all the features and excitement of the traditional game in a more compact form for any standard of player. The distance of the holes varies between 35 and 70 metres. All necessary equipment is available for hire.
Play on this flourishing 18 hole course in Narrabundah. Hire a cart for a more leisurely approach to the game. Capital Golf Club has excellent grass greens and fairways. Take advantage of their Pro shop, hire equipment, golf equipment, motorised carts, club house, catering and corporate...
Corin Forest is a year round recreation facility with an emphasis on mountain sports and activities. Corin is located 45 minutes drive from central Canberra on a sealed road. These exciting rides set in Corin Forest's natural, Australian mountain bushland setting make a unique and unforgettable...
Come and enjoy the pools set amongst beautiful shady trees, beach volleyball courts, a Massage Centre, café and not to mention free car parking. Take in the beautiful fresh air and sunshine and cool off from the searing summer heat. Let the kids loose on the childrens' water slide. Relax with a...
Disc Golf is played at Eddison Park using the same concepts as club/ball golf, except you throw a disc (frisbee) from tee-off to hole. The hole is an elevated metal basket, into which the disc lands. It is free flying frisbee fun. Open to play disc golf at any time with your own disc or frisbee....
Take the family for a drive through suburban Canberra to get to this adventure playground. There is plenty of room for the kids to run around among the trees. Take your skateboards. Have a picnic. Make use of the free barbeques and sheltered areas. Public toilet and parking spaces are...
Keep your game up at the Fairbairn Golf Club while you're on holidays. See how your fare on their 18 hole, par 71 course. Bookings are preferable. Dress rules apply on the course and within the clubhouse. Clothes must be neat and tidy. Quality jeans are acceptable. Track suit style pants, beach...
Take a drive up to the Red Hill Lookout to get a spectacular view of the city and discover the world class Federal Golf Club set amongst the natural surrounds of the Canberra Nature Park. Nestled at the base of Red Hill, Federal Golf Club is one of Australia's premier inland courses. The golf...
Take a trail ride or learn to ride just 10 minutes drive from the city. Helmets and boots are available. Private lessons are by appointment on weekdays. Take a special lesson/trail ride package on a Wednesday or Friday morning. Start with a one hour group lesson, followed by a one hour trail...
This 18 hole international standard championship course was designed by renowned golfer and course architect Bruce Devlin. Gold Creek Country Club’s par 72 layout exposes generous fairways and hidden challenges including water hazards and subtle greens. There are also three practice holes....
Goolabri's nine hole golf course has been built amongst the existing old gumtrees and other naturally occurring shrubbery. Experience the peace and tranquility of the country while playing on high quality fairways, tees and greens. Although there are nine holes, alternative tees are located on...
Do something different on your trip to the capital. Learn to ride at an Accredited Australian Horse Riding Centre. Gooromon Park Riding School offers individual and group lessons for all levels of riders in a safe fun environment. Try one of their lessons for absolute beginners. They cater for...
Let the kids burn off some energy at this skate park in the heart of the city. Griffin Skate Park is only a minute’s walk from multi-level shopping, dining and cinemas at the Canberra Centre and the North Quarter. There is plenty of car parking nearby or civic bus interchange is only a five...
North of the city centre, Gungahlin Lakes is one of Canberra’s newest courses and presents a challenge to golfers of all levels with lakes, ponds and water carriers on most holes. The golf course offers corporate golf facilities, spike bar and pro shop. Course facilities include a bar and...
You are always welcome at Magpies Belconnen Golf Club. Play this well-groomed 18 hole public course during your stay in Canberra. Clubs and buggies are available for hire. The tree-lined par 72 course is one of the most challenging public courses in the ACT Monaro District, whatever your golfing...
Combine your love of art deco architecture with your love of water - or just go swimming. The historic Manuka Pool was completed in 1930. It is an exceptional work of Federal Art Deco style designed by Principal Architect E.H. Henderson. The pool is set on two hectares of grassland. Enjoy the 30
Nestled against the stunning backdrop of the Brindabella Ranges the par 72 Murrumbidgee Country Club is a long course that allows players to open their shoulders in the great outdoors. Expansive views and the natural surrounds make it hard to believe that you are only 15 minutes from the city. ...
The National Equestrian Centre’s indoor riding school means you can ride whatever the weather. Casual riders and absolute beginners are welcome. They offer training right through to advanced levels in all disciplines, including equestrian vaulting. Enjoy the spectacular country setting of their
Head to Phillip Swimming Centre in the warmer months. Get active in the heated 50 metre eight lane swimming pool. Younger children can choose from two smaller pools. Their toddler's pool has an attractive solar protection canopy. Zoom down the children’s free waterslide for the children. Take a...