Looking for sport for kids on the Lower North Shore? Roolu lists ten sport clubs and one sport event in the area right now. The clubs cover martial arts, gymnastics, climbing and basketball, and the event is a WBBL match in North Sydney. This guide runs through who is listed and how to choose.
Clubs by suburb
The events and clubs below this guide link to each organiser. Here is where the clubs are:
- Chatswood: Quantum Martial Arts.
- Crows Nest: Northern Suburbs Basketball Association and SJJA Crows Nest.
- Gore Hill: Shinkyokushin Karate.
- Lane Cove West: 9 Degrees.
- North Sydney: Internal Kung Fu Australia.
- North Willoughby: SXL Gymnastics.
- St Leonards: Climb Fit.
- Willoughby East: Kizuna Dojo.
- Artarmon: Braddah Jiu Jitsu Artarmon, which our data places under Lower North Shore.
Martial arts has the most choice, with kung fu, karate and jiu jitsu all in the list. We do not know what 9 Degrees offers, so check its page.
The event
The WBBL match, Sydney Sixers v Perth Scorchers, is at North Sydney. It is an event, so it runs on a set day. Check the organiser's page for the time, tickets and whether children need their own ticket.
Questions to ask each club
Our listings give names and suburbs, not ages, fees or timetables. It helps to ask:
- Which ages and skill levels do you take?
- Can my child try a session first?
- What days and times do classes run?
- What does it cost, and is there a sign-up or membership fee?
- What does my child need to wear or bring?
For a team sport like basketball, also ask how teams are formed and how often games are played.
Choosing between them
Some children like to compete. Others want to move and have fun. Gymnastics and climbing are good for kids who like to move in their own way. Martial arts suits many children who like structure. Basketball is the team option. If you are unsure, trying two clubs near home is a fair way to find out.
Planning the trip
The clubs are close to the main train and bus routes, but travel times still vary. Check the day and time and think about how training fits around school and other activities.
What is next
We are still adding sport options for the Lower North Shore. Check the organisers' own pages for the latest details before you go.
