9 events you can run in an indoor sports centre in Parramatta
A sports centre isn’t just for sport. With six courts, two function rooms and a cafe, here are nine ways groups across Western Sydney use the space.
When people hear “sports centre”, they picture basketball training on a Tuesday night. That’s part of it. But a big indoor venue is also a blank canvas for events that need space, flexibility and no weather risk.
Here are nine events that work well at Camellia Indoor Sports Centre, with the spaces and rates to match.
The spaces you can hire
| Space | Size | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Training court | 23.8 m x 15 m | From $120 per hour |
| FIBA court | 28 m x 15 m, plus bench and spectator area | $240 per hour |
| Half stadium | 58.4 m x 23.8 m (three training courts) | Ask for a quote |
| Large activity room | 17.3 m x 10 m | $110 per hour |
| Dance room | 14 m x 8.4 m | $110 per hour |
| Full venue | 5,000 square metres | Custom pricing |
1. Corporate sports days
Mixed teams rotate through futsal, netball, basketball and pickleball, then finish with awards and food. See corporate team building at Camellia.
2. Christmas and end of year parties
Courts for the games, a function room for the food. Licensed events are available with approval and at least 20 days’ notice. See Christmas parties in Parramatta and year end events.
3. Cultural celebrations
Diwali, Lunar New Year and Eid gatherings need space for families, food and activities. A full venue booking gives you all three, with free parking for guests.
4. School gala days
Primary and secondary schools run gala days for basketball, futsal, volleyball, netball and pickleball. Indoors means no wet weather cancellations. See school sports at Camellia.
5. Club training and trials
Book a court by the hour for training, trials or skills sessions. Basketball, volleyball, futsal and netball are all set up. Book online via Book a Court.
6. Tournaments and carnivals
The half stadium or full venue suits one-day tournaments with multiple games running at once. Spectator areas keep families close to the action.
7. Fitness, dance and martial arts classes
The dance room and large activity room suit regular classes. The venue has hosted dance, grappling and jiu-jitsu groups.
8. Workshops and team meetings
Need a break from the office? Run a morning workshop in the activity room, then play a quick game before lunch.
9. Community and inclusive sport
Camellia has hosted powerchair hockey, wheelchair rugby and dodgeball. Community groups and charities can run come-and-try days or fundraisers.
9 Grand Avenue, Camellia. About 400 metres from the Rosehill Gardens light rail stop, just off James Ruse Drive, with free parking on site.
Got an event in mind?
Tell us what you’re planning, how many people and when. We’ll match you to the right space and send a quote.
Enquire about venue hireFAQs
How much does it cost to hire a court at Camellia?
Training courts start from $120 per hour and the full FIBA court is $240 per hour. The large activity room and dance room are $110 per hour. Full venue bookings and catering are quoted to suit your event.
Can we hire the whole venue for an event?
Yes. Full venue bookings suit corporate sports days, tournaments, cultural celebrations and big school events. Get in touch with your date, numbers and plans, and the team will put together a custom quote.
Is Camellia Indoor Sports Centre near Parramatta?
Yes. It’s at 9 Grand Avenue, Camellia, about 15 minutes from Parramatta CBD by car. The Rosehill Gardens light rail stop is around 400 metres away and there’s free parking on site.
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Camellia Indoor Sports Centre is an indoor sports venue near Parramatta, managed by Sydney Sports Management Group. Planning a corporate event across Sydney? Our sister brand Anderson Events runs team building and corporate sport at 15+ venues.