A fun, inclusive indoor sports program for young people aged 12-18 to enjoy basketball and soccer after school.
Thursday 16 July 2026
to Thursday 17 September 2026
3:15pm - 5:00pm
77 Jukes Rd, Fawkner VIC 3060, Australia
Free
Fawkner Fastbreak offers a welcoming and safe environment for young people aged 12 to 18 to engage in indoor sports like basketball and soccer. This program is designed to be fun and inclusive, encouraging teamwork and participation regardless of skill level. Friendly youth workers are present to support and motivate participants, creating a positive and encouraging atmosphere.
Snacks are provided to keep energy levels up, and no prior experience is needed to join in. The sessions are drop-in style, so young people can come along whenever they like without the need to book in advance.
Sessions run weekly on Thursdays from 15:15 to 17:00, starting on 2026-07-16 and continuing through to 2026-09-17. The program focuses on fun, teamwork, and giving everyone a chance to have a go at sports in a relaxed setting. It’s perfect for school-aged children looking for a healthy, social activity after school.
The program is free of charge, making it accessible to all young people in the community. Please note the sessions will be cancelled if the temperature reaches 28 degrees or higher due to lack of air conditioning.
The sessions take place at Fawkner Community Sports Hall, located at 77 Jukes Rd, Fawkner. The venue is easily accessible by public transport:
- Bus: Approximately 81 meters from bus route 530 on Minona Street/Jukes Road or 200 meters from bus route 530 at Fawkner Leisure Centre/Jukes Road.
- Train: About 1 km from Gowrie Station on the Upfield line.
This makes it convenient for families relying on public transport to get their children to and from the sessions safely.
The program is designed for young people aged 12 to 18 years old. It is a drop-in program, so no booking is required. Sessions may be cancelled if the weather is 28 degrees Celsius or higher to ensure participant safety due to the hall not having air conditioning.
Youth workers are on hand to provide support and maintain a positive environment. The focus is on fun and participation rather than competition, making it ideal for children who want to try sports in a relaxed setting.
There is no need to book in advance; participants can simply drop in to any session. The program is completely free, removing any financial barriers for families wanting to get their children involved in after-school activities.
For more information or questions, families can contact Merri-bek Youth via phone or email.
