About
Forrest Park Croquet is a vibrant and active sports club located at 66 Harold Street in Mt Lawley, Perth. The club offers a unique blend of snooker, chess, and war in the form of croquet. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced player, Forrest Park welcomes all skill levels.
To introduce newcomers to the sport, Forrest Park runs an Introductory Course throughout the year. The course consists of one-hour coaching classes per week for four weeks and covers the basic skills and strategies of croquet. Interested individuals can visit the club on Mondays, Wednesdays, or Saturdays and join a game to observe and ask questions. To book a spot in the course, individuals can contact the club directly.
For those interested in hosting events, Forrest Park offers a hall for hire that can accommodate up to 150 people. The hall comes with a fully functional kitchen and breakout areas, making it suitable for parties, conferences, and community events. Additionally, the club organises Croquet Parties, where club members assist in setting up the courts, explaining the rules, and leading fun games for work functions or social events.
With approximately 70 members, Forrest Park Croquet is a lively community that plays on various days and nights throughout the year. The club also hosts numerous social events and fun activities for its members. Visitors and prospective members can find general information about the club on their website or by reaching out to their phone number.
Forrest Park Croquet also has a dedicated Members' Homepage where current members can access important information such as the full calendar of events, club competitions, playing times, court availability, governance information, and membership details. The Members' Homepage also provides a link to the club's Facebook Page and lists current Association Croquet (AC) and Golf Croquet (GC) competitions in Western Australia.
The club frequently organises tournaments and competitions, such as the popular Forrest Park GC Summer Nights Doubles Team Competition. This competition, held on Tuesday and Thursday nights, features teams of 2–5 players competing in three timed games per night. Handicap cards are not used, and points are awarded for each win.
In addition to its sporting activities, Forrest Park Croquet also offers merchandise for croquet enthusiasts. They have long-sleeve cotton polo shirts from JB Wear that are comfortable and low-maintenance. These shirts can be purchased for less than $30 on eBay.
Forrest Park Croquet is also proud to support the Gosnells One Day Singles Tournament, which has become so successful that it now runs for two days at two venues. The tournament attracts participants from across the region and promises exciting competition.
Whether you are looking to learn a new sport, host an event, join a vibrant community, or compete in tournaments, Forrest Park Croquet offers a welcoming and engaging environment for all croquet enthusiasts in Perth.