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Courts

If racquet ball games are your thing, UQ Sport has a multitude of different courts available for your next ball game! We have tennis, pickleball, squash and badminton courts available. Indoor and outdoor basketball, netball courts and beach volleyball courts are also on offer.

There are plenty of hire options available, for free use and private hire, so please check out all the options below.

Most courts can be booked online on a casual basis but you need to sign up for a UQ Sport account if you are booking for the first time (there is no cost to create an account).

The University of Queensland, Sir William MacGregor Dr, St Lucia, Qld 4067

How to book a court

Tennis

The UQ Sport Tennis Centre offers some of the best tennis facilities in Queensland with 21 tennis courts – including two synthetic grass courts, 19 hard courts, plus two Pickleball courts.

Our courts have both peak and off-peak pricing options available, with discounted rates for UQ students.

The Tennis Centre is completely floodlit with LED lighting, for optimal viewing at night.

Basketball

Between the Athletics and Tennis Centres, you’ll find our 3×3 basketball court, as well as four multi-use outdoor courts. The best news? They’re free to use, unless privately booked. 

The UQ Sport Fitness Centre features two full-sized indoor courts – ideal for shooting hoops, training sessions and matches. Hosting an upcoming game or event? Book with the Fitness Centre well ahead of time to secure the space – (07) 3365 6612.

Pickle Ball
Pickleball

Pickleball – a hybrid of Tennis, Badminton and Table Tennis – is one of the world’s fastest-growing sports. The Tennis Centre is home to two Pickleball Courts, with paddles available to hire, and balls on sale, in the Pro Shop.






Beach Volleyball
Beach Volleyball

Adjacent to the Athletics Centre, you’ll find three inviting outdoor beach volleyball courts. Available for private bookings, the courts are fitted with floodlights and bleacher seating – perfect for an evening training session, social match or tournament. 

 

Nothing works up a sweat quite like a game of Squash! And at the UQ Sport Fitness Centre, we have two courts – available to hire by all members of the public. There’s an upstairs viewing area to check out the action below. And if you’re in need of new supplies, don’t panic – our Pro Shop stocks balls, water bottles and more.

 

Sports Hall

The Sports Hall, located at our Fitness Centre, boasts two interchangeable indoor courts, that are suitable for a number of sports! On a regular basis, the space is used for the likes of Badminton, Basketball, Indoor Soccer, Volleyball, and Handball.

For all other Sports Hall bookings, please contact the Fitness Centre.

Netball

Neighbouring the Athletics Centre on the river’s edge, you’ll find the netball courts. There are three full-sized Flexi-paved netball courts, plus four multi-use courts equipped to host both netball and basketball.

Most evenings, the venue is abuzz with Social Sport and College Sport fixtures taking place. There’s plenty of court availability during the day and on weekends though, with bookings open to both the UQ Community and general public.

Whether you’re here for casual practice, friendly matches, or tournaments, our courts offer the space and comfort you need for a great game. Book your court today and experience badminton at its best!




 

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I book a Tennis, Squash or Badminton Court?

Tennis, Squash and Badminton Courts can be booked online via our My Account portal.

How do I book a court in the Sports Hall at the Fitness Centre?

At present, the Sports Hall can be booked for UQ Sport Club activities only. Please note, all Clubs who make a booking must have an approved COVIDSafe activity plan in-place. For further details about bookings and COVIDSafe activity plans, please email us.

Do I need to pay to play on Outdoor Courts?

Selected Outdoor Courts across UQ’s St Lucia campus are free to use (see venue signage) when not otherwise booked. For guaranteed use of Outdoor Courts, and access to lighting, bookings are required. To make a booking, please complete the Fields & Courts Booking Enquiry Form. Please note, patrons using Outdoor Courts must adhere to physical distancing requirements.

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