George Burnett Leisure Centre

George Burnett Leisure Centre is the City of South Perth’s multi-purpose leisure facility. Located at George Burnett Park in Karawara, it offers a sports hall with basketball, badminton, soccer and volleyball courts, two seminar rooms and meeting rooms. The centre also runs a range of activities for the community.

Behind the facility is a reserve with a playground, barbecues, an ‘edible garden’ and an outdoor skate park.

Book the sports hall or a meeting room online

Fees and charges can be seen in the tabs below.

Contact us

For more information about activities or hiring any of the Centre’s spaces, please contact the George Burnett Leisure Centre.

Phone 9474 0855
Email leisurecentre@southperth.wa.gov.au
Opening Hours Regular open times:
Monday - 8.30am-9pm
Tuesday - 8.30am-9pm
Wednesday - 8.30am-9pm
Thursday - 8.30am-9pm
Friday - 8.30am-9pm
Saturday - 8.30am-6pm
Sunday - 8.30am-6pm

Courts and rooms are available for hire from 6am-1am.
Address Cnr Manning Rd and Elderfield Rd, Karawara WA 6152

Junior programs

The GBLC junior programs are for those children interested in sport who want to learn some skills in a social, fun and safe environment. The eight week programs are taught by experienced coaches and provide a great way for children to develop and master the fundamentals of selected games. Children will be taught skills and playing as a team. There are three clinics available - soccer, basketball and multisport.

Multi Sports

Multi Sports is an after school sports program that caters for children aged between 2-12 years and gives participants of all levels a chance to try their hand at a range of different sports

Term 1 2020

Multisport 3-5 year olds - Monday afternoons from 10 February 2020 to 30 March 2020, 3.30-4pm.
Multisport 6-10 year olds - Thursday afternoons from 13 February 2020 to 2 April 2020, 4.45-5.30pm.
Multisport 2-5 year olds - Friday mornings from 14 February 2020 to 3 April 2020, 10-10.30am.

Soccer

The Junior Soccer Program is for children aged between 4-12 years. Children will learn ball skills, technique, footwork and field awareness.

Term 1 2020

Soccer 4-7 year olds (Beginners Session) - Monday afternoons from 10 February 2020 to 30 March 2020, 4-4.45pm.
Soccer 7-12 year olds (Advanced Session) - Monday afternoons from 10 February 2020 to 30 March 2020, 4.45-5.30pm.

Basketball

The Junior Basketball Program is a great way for children aged 4-12 years to develop and master the fundamentals of the game. Taught by experienced coaches.

Term 1 2020

Basketball 4-7 year old (Beginners Session) - Wednesday afternoons from 12 February 2020 to 1 April 2020, 3.30-4.15pm.
Basketball 7-12 year old (Advanced Session) - Wednesday afternoons from 12 February 2020 to 1 April 2020, 4.15pm to 5pm.

Netball

The Junior Netball Program is an after school sports program running throughout term catering for children aged between 4-12 years.
Learning from expert coaches, each week will build another skill until we put it all together and play a game.

Term 1 2020

Netball 4-7 year olds - Thursday afternoons from 13 February 2020 to 2 April 2020, 3.30-4pm.
Netball 7-12 year olds - Thursday afternoons from 13 February 2020 to 2 April 2020, 4-4.45pm.
Netball Kids Competition - Friday afternoons from 14 February 2020 to 3 April 2020, 3.45-5pm.
This is our next Netball competition perfect for those wanting to train on the Thursday and play on the Friday, or for those who are ready to step up into purely game play. This is limited to 16 participants.

Kids Art 'n' Craft

A mixed media art class for children aged 7-12 years. During the term our art students will get the opportunity to use different art mediums and further develop their drawing skills. All materials supplied.

Term 1 2020

Art 7-12 year olds - Friday afternoons from 7 February 2020 to 27 March 2020, 4-5.30pm.

How to book

To register for any of the GBLC Junior programs, please phone 9474 0855, email leisurecentre@southperth.wa.gov.au or book online via the links above.

School holiday program

The George Burnett Leisure Centre holiday program encourages children to live healthy, active, lifestyles while learning new skills.

The program offers a wide variety of sporting activities to encourage physical activity, participation and healthy lifestyles for kids!

School holiday activities include:

Basketball Clinic

A basketball focused clinic where children will be taught dribbling, passing, shooting, game play and team skills. Sessions are provided for 5-10 year olds.

Multisport Clinic

Children will try their hand at basketball, soccer, AFL and hockey. Sessions are provided for 3-5 and 5-10 year olds.

Soccer Clinic

A soccer focused clinic where children will learn game play and team skills through games and fun activities. Sessions are provided for 5-10 year olds.

Netball Clinic

Participants will learn passing and shooting skills in fun games whilst playing in different competitions. Sessions are provided for 5-10 year olds.

Arts & Craft

Children will participate in a range of arts and craft activities. Sessions are provided for 5-12 year olds.

Cooking

A fun filled morning of treat making. Sessions are provided for 5-12 year olds.

How to book

To register for any of the GBLC school holiday programs, please click on the link below to register online. For enquiries please phone 9474 0855 or email leisurecentre@southperth.wa.gov.au.

December school holiday program

Events Listing

December School Holidays at George Burnett Leisure Centre

George Burnett Leisure Centre 20 December 2019

The City's George Burnett Leisure Centre September school holiday program is open for registrations and encourages children to have healthy, active lifestyles whilst learning new skills.

Arts & Culture Kids/Family Outdoor

George Burnett Leisure Centre is calling for teams and players for its adult evening basketball, netball and futsal competitions commencing in September 2019.

The competitions are open to men’s, women’s and mixed teams (aged 16 years and over) for all levels from beginners to experienced.
Futsal games will be held on Monday evenings, netball on Tuesdays and basketball on Wednesdays.

Register a team or player

To register as a team or a player, read the Code of Conduct and complete the Team Nomination Form or Individual Nomination Form. The form can be returned to leisurecentre@southperth.wa.gov.au.

Complete the nomination form before 1 September 2019 and the team nomination fee ($90) will be waived.

Important dates

Summer Season: W/c Monday 16 September 2019
Break for Christmas: 23 and 25 December, 1 and 6 January
Semi-finals: Monday 17 and Wednesday 19 February 2020
Grand finals: Monday 24 and Wednesday 26 February 2020

20 week season, 2 week finals

Game timeslots

Basketball
20 minute halves, 2 minute half time 3 minute warm up
6pm
6.45pm
7.30pm
8.15pm
9pm

Netball
10 minute quarters, 2 minute half time 1 minute quarter and 3 quarter time
6pm
6.45pm
7.30pm
8.15pm

Futsal
15 minute halves, 2 minute half time 3 minute warm up
6.35pm
7.10pm
7.45pm
8.20pm
8.55pm

Fees

Team nomination fee: $90 per season (this fee will be waived if team nominations are submitted before 1 September 2019).
Game fee: $55 per game

Forfeit, withdrawal and no show fines apply.
Forfeit Fee (more than 24 hours’ notice): $55
Forfeit Fee (notice given on game day): $85
Forfeit Fee (no show): $110
Withdrawal Fee: $150
*Fees may be subject to change from 1 July 2020.

Nomination process

New team nominations will be registered according to the date that they were received and entered into the competition accordingly. All teams confirmed in the competition will be contacted.
Teams must pay nomination fee PRIOR to their team being placed into the competition. Failure to pay the nomination fee may result in team replacement.
Any team that hasn’t paid their nomination by the cut-off date will not be entered into the season fixtures until they have paid. Current teams will be provided priority re-nomination up until the first day of semi-finals of the previous season. Any competition vacancies after this time will be filled on a first come first served basis.
Teams with outstanding fees will not be able to nominate until the payment is made in full.
Teams that withdraw will incur a $150 withdrawal fee. Teams that don’t settle this fee will have an invoice sent to them, with outstanding accounts sent to debt collection.

Community activity timetable

External user groups including sporting groups, associations and local businesses use George Burnett Leisure Centre to run a range of free and low-cost community activities.

For further information including pricing and registrations, please enquire directly with the contact listed below.

	Time	Contact
Australian School of Meditation	6.30-8pm, Thursday 4-5pm, Sunday	Marissa Bevan - 9313 3571
Australasian Centre for Chinese Studies	1-5pm, Saturday	Robert - 0401 529 920
Community Pharmacy Walking Group (Free)	Nov-Mar: 7am, Wednesday Apr-Oct: 7.30am, Wednesday	Michael - 9367 1584
Mill Walkers (Free)	7.30am, Wednesday	Helen - 0418 118 334
Multicultural Language Centre	6-8pm, Monday - Thursday (French/Italian/Spanish). All ages	Liliana Aguirre - 0417 111 192
Pilates	6-7pm, Monday & 6.30-7.30pm, Wednesday	Kay Hardie - 0403 812 391
Platinum Tae Kwon Do*	4-5pm & 5-6pm, Tuesday 5-6pm & 6-7pm, Thursday (all ages)	Adeline Cheong - 0414 932 609
Prime Movers (exercise for older adults)	9.30-10.30am, Monday and Thursday	Judith David - 9386 2049
Mature Adult Learning Association	10am-1pm, Friday	Sue - 9444 4902
Western Founders Toastmasters	8.45-10.45am, 1st & 3rd Saturday of the Month	Ian Hart - 0421 521 610
Wongs Academy of Chinese Martial Arts	1-2.15pm, Saturday (Tai Chi) 2.15-4pm, Saturday (Kung Fu)	Prof. Kit Po Wong - wongsacademy@outlook.com
Yoga	9.30-10.45am, Tuesday and Thursday	Aileen - 0419 047 904
Yoga	9.15-10.15am Monday 6-7pm, Tuesday	Andi - 0404 661 077
Yoga Pre-Natal	9-10.30am, Saturday	Hana - 0431 074 229 hana@barefootbabesyoga.com

*indicates that the activity takes place during school term time only.

If you are looking to run an activity at GBLC, please contact us on 9474 0855 or email leisurecentre@southperth.wa.gov.au.

Our air conditioned sports courts are available for casual or ongoing hire for a variety of sports including:

Basketball
Badminton
Netball
Soccer
Table tennis
Volleyball.

Book a court for hire online or by calling GBLC.

Please refer to the table of fees below for hire charges.

Off peak: 6am-5pm & 9pm-1am, weekdays

Peak: 5-9pm, weekdays and all weekend

Please note the facility is only staffed during regular opening hours. If you are booking outside of those hours further information relating to accessing the centre will be provided when your booking is made.

Room Hire

Jul 6, 2016, 10:21 AM

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Rooms for hire

Maximum Capacities	Seminar Room 1	Seminar Room 2	Meeting Room 3	Meeting Room 4
Size	84m2	80m2	35m2	40m2
Standing	84	58	31	35
Seated - Theatre	60	35	31	35
Seated - Boardroom	20	20	20	20
Seated - Classroom	42	36	27	27
Seated - In groups	30 (5 groups)	24 (4 groups)	n/a	n/a
Flooring	Carpet	Vinyl	Carpet	Carpet
Other Uses	Group Fitness U shape x 18 people max	1 - 6 yr old parties x 25 people max

Birthday parties

George Burnett Leisure Centre can help you plan your kids’ next birthday party. Our party host can tailor parties for children aged up to 14 years old, including different themes, such as arts and crafts, party games, sports or design your own.

Prices start at $100 per hour for up to 13 people and includes room or court hire, arts, sports or games and your very own party host. Guests are welcome to BYO catering however no kitchen facilities are available. Alcohol is not permitted on the premises. For further information or to book a birthday party, email leisurecentre@southperth.wa.gov.au or call 9474 0855.