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Events & activities

Things for SBSS kids to join

A parent-friendly guide to after-school clubs, sport, arts, music and STEM activities around Sunshine Beach, Sunrise Beach, Noosa Heads and Noosaville.

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Individual sports and outdoor activities

Athletics, gymnastics, swimming and beach-based activities close to Sunshine Beach.

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Noosa Athletics

Community athletics club supporting children from beginners through to competitive squads, with Little Athletics pathways.

location_onGirraween Sports Complex, Langura Street, Noosa Heads
scheduleJunior and beginner squads generally train Monday, Wednesday and Friday, with some Thursday sessions.

Noosa Gymnastics

Community-run non-profit offering Gym Star, trampolining and freestyle gymnastics after school.

location_onSunshine Beach State High School, 45 Ben Lexcen Drive, Sunshine Beach
scheduleClasses run Monday to Friday from 3:30 pm, with older athletes training until around 6 pm. Saturday morning sessions are also available.

Noosa Aquatic Centre

Council aquatic centre with a structured Learn to Swim program catering for infants through to squad level, plus Junior Swim Squads (Platinum, Development, Performance and High Performance) for children progressing beyond learn-to-swim.

location_on6 Girraween Court, Sunshine Beach
scheduleLearn to Swim lessons run throughout the week, with at least one session weekly recommended. Junior squads train several sessions per week, with the entry-level Platinum squad recommending around three sessions and higher squads training more often.

Noosa Tennis

Tennis Australia Hot Shots-affiliated coaching from Pee Wee (ages 4–7) and Junior Rookie (7–9) through Junior Pro (9–16) and Elite/Fixtures squads, running over nine-week blocks aligned to school terms with an end-of-term tournament.

location_onNoosa Tennis Centre, Noosaville, with term classes also held at Sunshine Beach State School
scheduleClasses run weekday afternoons and Saturday mornings. Pee Wee sessions are 30 minutes, junior classes one hour, and squads up to two hours.

Nippers

Volunteer-run program for children aged 5–13 introducing surf safety, lifesaving skills and ocean awareness.

location_onAll Nearby Surf Clubs
scheduleSeason runs October to February with Sunday morning sessions, plus board training and carnivals.

SurfGroms Surfing

Four-week surf program for children aged 5–12 covering surf skills, ocean awareness and first aid.

location_onNoosa Heads Main Beach
scheduleTerm-time after-school courses run as four 1.5 hour sessions, with dates varying by intake.

Noosa Tennis Academy

Junior tennis coaching offering lessons and school-holiday clinics for a range of ages and abilities.

location_onSunshine Beach
scheduleTerm-time sessions plus holiday clinics. The current Term 2 timetable and bookings are available through the academy.

Kidfit Academy

Play-based fitness and movement program for children, building coordination, strength and confidence.

location_onNoosa
scheduleTerm 2 classes run during school terms, with the current timetable and registration handled by the academy.

Zenko Yoga

Kids yoga classes run through Noosa Council's Living Well Noosa program, introducing movement, breathing and mindfulness in an age-appropriate way.

location_onNoosaville
scheduleTerm 2 sessions run during school terms. See the Living Well Noosa activities listing for times and bookings.

Pilates Playtime

Pilates-based movement classes for children focused on strength, balance and body awareness, including homeschool and after-school sessions.

location_onNoosaville
scheduleDaytime homeschool sessions and after-school sessions during school terms.

Teen Yoga

Yoga classes tailored for teenagers through Noosa Council's Living Well Noosa program, supporting flexibility, strength and stress relief.

location_onSunshine Beach (also Cooroy)
scheduleRuns during school terms. See the Living Well Noosa activities listing for session times and bookings.
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Martial arts and self-defence

Confidence, discipline, fitness and self-defence programs for kids.

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GKR Karate

Family-oriented karate club for children from 5 years, focused on confidence, self-control, perseverance and fitness.

location_onSunshine Beach State High School, 45 Ben Lexcen Drive, Sunshine Beach
scheduleClasses run on weekday evenings, with beginner and junior students often in early evening sessions such as Monday or Wednesday around 5 pm.

Shotokan Karate

Traditional Shotokan karate dojo with small classes for ages 3+, grouped by ability and focused on physical and mental development.

location_onCivic Centre, 14 Bredbo Street, Sunrise Beach
scheduleAfter-school sessions run several afternoons per week.

CAZA BJJ

Kids programs include Parents & Kids, Kids 4–7, Kids 7+ and an invite-only competition crew, with self-defence taught without striking.

location_on7/18 Thomas Street, Noosaville
scheduleKids classes run weekday afternoons, commonly Monday to Thursday between 3:30 pm and 5 pm.

Gracie Barra BJJ

Structured GB Kids program covering self-defence, takedowns and ground techniques, with classes six days a week.

location_on16 Venture Drive, Noosaville
scheduleKids classes are generally after school around 4 pm on weekdays.
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Performing arts, visual arts, music and STEM

Creative, technology and performance programs for children who want something beyond sport.

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Noosa Regional Gallery

Artist-led program for primary students in Grades 2–6 covering drawing, painting, colour theory and creative confidence.

location_onRiverside, 9 Pelican Street, Tewantin
scheduleThursday 3:30–4:30 pm during school terms.

Little Seed Theatre

Professional tuition in acting, musical theatre and film across junior, intermediate and senior age groups, with productions each year.

location_onStudios in Sunshine Beach and Noosaville
scheduleWeekly after-school classes during school terms. Days vary by category, and trial classes are offered.

Sunshine Coast Youth Theatre

Weekly classes and musical-theatre camps from Grade 1 to Year 12, including musical theatre, acting, glee, dance, aerobics and cheerleading.

location_onPurpose-built studios in Noosaville
scheduleWeekly after-school classes run Monday to Friday during term, with intensive camps during holidays.

Music at Noosa

Music tuition shop connecting students with experienced local tutors across most instruments and skill levels, including piano, keyboard, guitar, vocals, drums, saxophone, clarinet and flute, from beginner to advanced. AMEB exam preparation is available.

location_onMusic shop, Noosaville
scheduleLessons are arranged with individual tutors. Studio hire is available Monday to Saturday. Call (07) 5474 3033 for tutor availability.

Clay Noosa Pottery

Pottery studio in Noosa Junction offering wheel throwing and hand building classes for all skill levels, including introductory sessions. Families with younger potters should enquire about suitable classes.

location_onLanyana Arcade, 22 Sunshine Beach Road, Noosa Heads
scheduleClasses run across the week, with bookings made through the studio website.

Noosa Library Coding

Youth coding and robotics meet-ups have included circuits, Ozobots and coding platforms. Families should check the current library calendar.

location_onNoosaville and Cooroy libraries
scheduleMonthly after-school meet-ups when active, with bookings required.

Bricks 4 Kidz

Hands-on LEGO-based STEM and robotics sessions encouraging creativity, problem-solving and collaboration.

location_onSunshine Coast region, including school-hosted programs
scheduleAfter-school club sessions during school terms, usually one hour.

The Maker House

Creative maker studio running hands-on kids classes across art, craft and making.

location_onNoosaville
scheduleTerm 2 classes run during school terms, with the current schedule and bookings via the studio.

Fierce Studios

Dance studio running Term 2 classes for children and teens across multiple dance styles.

location_onNoosaville
scheduleWeekly term-time classes, with the current timetable and enrolment via the studio.
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Team sports

Local clubs and organised sport options for primary-school aged children.

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Noosa Lions Soccer

FQ/FFA-affiliated club with a large junior base and a Skill Development Program for boys and girls aged 5–14.

location_onGirraween Sports Complex, Eumundi Noosa Road, Noosa Heads
scheduleJunior training runs on weekday afternoons. Skills Development Program sessions run during school terms, with schedules supplied after registration.

Noosa Tigers AFL

Community AFL club offering AusKick and junior teams from U8 to U17, including boys and girls squads.

location_onWeyba Road, Noosa Heads
scheduleU8/U9/U11 train Friday 3:30–4:30 pm. U13 train Wednesday and Friday 4:30–5:30 pm. AusKick usually runs Wednesday 3:30–4:30 pm during its eight-week program.

Noosa Pirates Rugby League

Community rugby league club welcoming boys and girls aged 5–17, with registration including playing kit and insurance.

location_onPirate Park, 65 Eumundi Noosa Road, Noosaville
scheduleTraining varies by age and is generally on weekday afternoons, with younger teams around 4 pm and older teams around 4:30–5:30 pm.

Noosa Cyclones Basketball

Junior programs include Aussie Hoops for ages 5–10 and Junior Development League for U12 and U14 players.

location_onNoosa Leisure Centre, Wallace Drive, Noosaville
scheduleAussie Hoops and U12/U14 competitions run Saturday mornings. U16/U18 competitions run Friday evenings.

Noosa Netball

Offers NetSetGo, junior competitions, twilight competitions and representative pathways from age 12+.

location_onNDNA courts, McKinnon Drive, Tewantin
scheduleNetSetGo and junior competitions run after school or on weekends depending on season.

Noosa Leisure Centre

Casual and organised sessions across badminton, volleyball, table tennis, pickleball, indoor bowls, futsal, basketball and netball.

location_onWallace Drive, Noosaville
scheduleSocial sessions run across weekdays. Kiddie Kicks soccer for ages 2–5 runs Tuesday and Wednesday mornings.

Noosa Dolphins Rugby

Local rugby union club fielding teams from U6 through seniors. Public schedule information is limited, so families should enquire directly.

location_on1 Bicentennial Drive, Sunshine Beach
scheduleJunior training and registration details are usually provided through the club app or by direct enquiry.