UniSC Gym is a sporting destination located in Sippy Downs, offering nationally-accredited facilities and support from leading health and sports scientists. Whether you are a high-performance champion or a beginner, UniSC Gym provides a supportive sports community that drives excellence.
The highlight of UniSC Gym is the $24 million sports arena, the only facility of its kind in the region. This fully air-conditioned arena can accommodate 3,000 spectators and features national standard facilities for netball, basketball, futsal, hockey, and badminton. It provides a vibrant atmosphere for both athletes and spectators.
For aquatic enthusiasts, UniSC Gym boasts an Olympic-standard, 10-lane, 50-metre heated pool, along with a six-lane 25-metre pool. Additionally, there are cold immersion and warm plunge pools, as well as aquatic recovery equipment. This elite training ground is utilised year-round by recreational swimmers, as well as Olympic and Paralympic champions.
UniSC Gym also offers two fully-equipped indoor gyms with the latest equipment, including indoor and outdoor functional training zones. Gym instruction caters to all fitness levels, from high-performance athletes to beginners. You can expect a diverse range of equipment and expert guidance to help you achieve your fitness goals.
In addition to the various indoor facilities, UniSC Gym provides multipurpose playing fields for Rugby Union, Rugby League, Football, Cricket, and AFL training. These fields are equipped with lighting for nighttime play, allowing athletes to train at any time of the day.
For track and field enthusiasts, UniSC Gym boasts an IAAF-standard athletics track with eight and ten lane running tracks. The facility is equipped with all the necessary equipment for a wide range of events, including hurdles, steeplechase, javelin, shot-put, discus, hammer-throw, high jump, long jump, triple jump, pole vault, and disabled throw events. This track is an ideal place for athletes to hone their skills and compete at the highest level.
For outdoor sports such as tennis, basketball, and netball, UniSC Gym provides outdoor hard courts. Night lighting is available for after-dark competition, ensuring athletes can continue their training and matches even after sunset.
UniSC Gym also offers various services and programmes to support high-performance athletes. These include strength and conditioning services, injury prevention testing, athlete periodisation and programming, physical performance coaching, and the high-performance student athlete programme. With a team of dedicated experts and state-of-the-art facilities, UniSC Gym is committed to helping athletes achieve their full athletic potential.
In addition to its facilities, UniSC Gym is proud to be associated with several resident teams. UniSC is a Foundation Principal Partner of the Sunshine Coast Lightning, the region's first national sports team. The Sunshine Coast Lightning trains and plays home games at the UniSC Arena. Additionally, UniSC Gym is the training base for the Sunshine Coast Thunder netball club, providing a stepping stone for aspiring netballers.
The Australian Cycling Academy (ACA) is also a resident team at UniSC Gym, offering elite training and coaching for high-performance cyclists.
Whether you are a professional athlete, a student studying sport and exercise science, or an individual who wants to improve their fitness and performance, UniSC Gym is the ultimate sporting destination. With its outstanding facilities, support from leading experts, and a vibrant sports community, UniSC Gym is the place where champions are made.
