Frequently asked questions

Beatball is a unique creation of Crossover Sports designed to suit all ages and skill levels. Beatball takes the best elements from some of our favourite sports like basketball, soccer, football, volleyball and dodgeball and transforms them into exciting new ways to play them by incoporating our epic cage arena and trampoline powered setup. Beatball is played on a massive air and liquid-cushioned surface, set within a giant fully enclosed MMA-style cage arena. Fitted into the playing surface are four embedded trampolines made from Competition Grade Olympic Woven Mats and Competition springs, delivering explosive bounce while still offering solid control for players running across them. Initially intended for adult teams, it has rapidly gained popularity among kids and teens aged 5 and up, especially for birthday parties. Customers travel from all over Victoria and even from other states to experience it. The number of repeat customers is so high that our staff can now recognize many of the names of the children and their parents as they walk through our doors. It's amazing to see a community forming around Beatball! Many of our party guests have returned for Beatball celebrations four or five times within just a few months, which is very exciting. Parents appreciate our birthday party events because they are private, allowing only invited children to participate. This exclusive atmosphere enables parents to relax, enjoy music, and savour coffee and snacks while watching their kids learn new sports in a safe and friendly environment inside the cage. Beatball is an Australian invention, and our sports venue is currently the only one of its kind in the world. We have plans to expand Beatball across Australia and into other countries, marking an exciting journey for our team.

Yes, Beatball sports and challenges are perfectly suited for 5–8 year olds and is one of the most popular age groups we host. All games are adapted to match the age, skill level and confidence of the group, with trained umpires guiding every session to ensure everyone is included and involved. Younger kids especially benefit from our structured, team-based format, helping them build confidence, develop friendships and enjoy the experience together — not just individually. 👉 It’s fun, safe, and designed so every child feels part of the action. If younger siblings or players under 5 years old want to take part in the same session, then each child under 5 would need to be accompanied by a parent while the session is in progress. Beatball is also hugely popular with older kids and teens (9–15+), with faster-paced, more competitive team games, all still safely structured and guided by our trained umpires.

When booking a birthday package, the birthday child or teen, along with the hosting parent and their Beatball games coordinator or umpire, can discuss and choose the selection and duration of each Beatball sport they wish to play during their session. They have the freedom to select their preferred sports and decide how long to play each one within the allocated session time. We often find that many guests playing any one of our sports for the first time become so excited that they insist on playing just that sport for the entire session without interruptions (except for half-time refreshment breaks). However, some guests prefer to try 3 or 4 different sports within their time frame, and that’s perfectly fine as well. Each of the Beatball sports is incredibly exciting for players when experienced for the first time or the 5th time!! Every session is unique, so we take birthday guest requests into account and adjust the matchplay structure accordingly. All our Games Coordinators/Umpires/Trainers at Beatball are very highly trained, caring and motivational athletes in their own right. Whether our guests are super sporting athletes or super keen novices, our team quickly adapts the theme, challenges and competitiveness to suit their skills and expectations. Beatball parties are the top pick for all age groups, from 5-year-olds to teenagers. Our events are tailored to suit the age group of the party guests, ensuring maximum enjoyment. Whether it's a simple, fun party for kids or a cool, competitive one for teens, Beatball parties offer an unbeatable, memorable, and exciting experience. Safety Note: All participants entering the cage must be at least 5 years old. However, if there is a significant age gap between the main group playing in matchplay and younger siblings or guests wishing to join, this can create an imbalance and pose safety risks for the younger players. If management determines the age gap is too great, the matchplay format will be changed to a freestyle session to ensure everyone’s safety. Example: If a match has 15 players aged around 11, introducing a 5-year-old into the game would create a mismatch in skill level and reaction time, making the match unsafe. In such cases, matchplay will be adjusted to freestyle, and a parent or guardian may be required to accompany the 5-year-old during the freestyle session.

Warning: Under Section 113 of the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998 (Victoria), it is illegal to consume or supply alcohol on a premises without a valid licence or BYO permit. This also prohibits possessing open containers of alcohol on such premises. Beatball Australia does NOT hold a licence or permit for BYO, sale, or consumption of alcohol on its premises.

Beatball sports are open age from 5+ years and above, all ages and skill levels are welcome. Bring your own teams or choose teams before your session starts. The Beatball venue is uniquely designed so that every spectator has a front row view of all the action. Parents are welcome to join the action inside the cage with their kids. At Beatball we offer a unique private party/session experience. We dont mix one party group with another group, each party or session enjoys private use of the Cage Arena during their allocated time. Safety Note: All participants entering the cage must be at least 5 years old. However, if there is a significant age gap between the main group playing in matchplay and younger siblings or guests wishing to join, this can create an imbalance and pose safety risks for the younger players. If management determines the age gap is too great, the matchplay format will be changed to a freestyle session to ensure everyone’s safety. Example: If a match has 15 players aged around 11, introducing a 5-year-old into the game would create a mismatch in skill level and reaction time, making the match unsafe. In such cases, matchplay will be adjusted to freestyle, and a parent or guardian may be required to accompany the 5-year-old during the freestyle session.

Yes — Beatball offers customised sessions for corporate groups, schools and special events. Each event is designed by our team to suit your group size, age range and objectives, ensuring a structured, high-energy and well-managed experience. To enquire, please email moreinfo@beatball.com.au with: number of participants general age group preferred date desired session duration brief outline of your event 👉 Please note: Beatball is a large, fully private venue, and events require a minimum of 10 participants. This allows us to design the right format for your group and ensure the experience is engaging, organised and worthwhile for everyone involved.

Personalised decorations and party event bags are welcome. However, banners or posters may not be attached to any walls or fixtures within our venue. All decorations brought in must be removed and taken with you at the end of your session. Please note that Beatball Australia does not permit party poppers, water pistols, or any decorations that create excessive mess, pose safety concerns, or may delay preparation for the next booking. **Glass or crockery is not allowed into the Beatball venue due to the safety risks they pose if dropped or broken.

Beatball Sports are designed to suit all ages and skills, the trainers/coordinators are highly trained in all Beatball sports and available to guide all new players through the rules and tips to get the most out of each session. The rules, the ball size and weight for each sport are adjusted to suit the skill of the players and age of each session. The trampolines are easily adapted to by the players within the warm up period prior to matchplay. The trampolines are custom designed to allow maximum bounce while providing a stable surface to run across. All trainers are licenced to work with children and we have the highest safety record in the industry.

We suggest sporting athletic clothing, tank tops, singlets, tshirts, shorts, are all acceptable. No Jeans, casual trousers or dresses are permitted inside cage area. Sports shoes recommended in around Venue outside the cage area. Grip socks can be purchased for competitive match play, they provide superior grip when running and enhance agility on the playing surface. First timers are allowed to wear their own clean socks to play in the cage.

Waivers are commonly requested by all professionally operated sporting venues around the world. All participants are required to sign the Beatball waiver before participating in BEATBALL, and by participating in any activities in the BEATBALL venue, all participants confirm that they have read and agree to our terms and conditions including the Waiver. Those under 18 must have the waiver signed by their parent or legal guardian. Electronic waivers signed online are valid for 2 years. Beatball has a proven track record of consistently maintaining the highest safety standards in its industry. With a team of dedicated professionals, cutting-edge technology, and rigorous safety protocols, Beatball ensures that every aspect of its operations is conducted with the utmost care and attention to safety.

All bookings are non refundable and non transferrable, meaning we are unable to cancel your booking and issue a refund or transfer your booking to another person or group. If however, we receive 7 days notice prior to your event, we can reschedule your party session to another available session date in the future at no additional cost. If less than 7 days notice is provided, a $200 rescheduling fee will apply to vacate the originally booked time slot

For hourly match sessions we allow personal plastic water bottles. We do have drinks and snacks available for purchase. For Birthday and Function packages tables are preset. We provide plates, cutlery and cups for all ticketed guests. We are one of the only venues of its type that allows food and drink to be brought in with no surcharge, we simply ask for any non ticketed guests that you invite (that have not purchased a party/function ticket) to ensure that you provide and cater for those guests with their party needs, such as extra disposable plates, cutlery and cups. Please ensure that any extra food, containers or food related items brought in by your group for your function are responsibly disposed of in bins provided at the end of the function, prior to vacating the party area. Coffee and Tea can be purchased at the Beatball Cafe bar. Strictly no glass or crockery containers allowed. Strictly no alcohol allowed into our venue. Consumption of alcohol is prohibited in designated public areas around Kingston. This is to regulate and control the consumption and possession of alcohol in public places to prevent anti-social behaviour that is detrimental or a nuisance to the community. These bans are also designed to enhance public safety. No Alcohol Allowed Warning: Under Section 113 of the Liquor Control Reform Act 1998 (Victoria), it is illegal to consume or supply alcohol on a premises without a valid licence or BYO permit. This also prohibits possessing open containers of alcohol on such premises. Beatball Australia does NOT hold a licence or permit for BYO, sale, or consumption of alcohol on its premises. Our private parties are extremely popular with many consecutive functions during each day, we therefore ask your group to be ready to vacate the venue at the conclusion of your allocated time slot.

Unfortunately your court time is non-transferrable. Please plan on arriving at least 15 minutes before your court time is set to begin to allow for waiver check in, wristbands and Court Safety Socks (if you don’t already have them). Your court time will begin promptly at the time you chose. Like an airport, we are on a tight schedule, and court passes need to be used for the time-frame they were purchased, as it affects our capacity/headcount for the BEATBALL venue. We can’t alter your Court Pass time for you because you hit traffic or didn’t get out of the house in time!

Pre- bookings are essential, we highly recommend that you call us prior to check session availabilty, especially at peak periods, weekends and school holidays. Minimum of 10 players required to book an hour session. All hourly session bookings for players under 18 require a responsible adult to accompany the group to ensure the Beatball venue rules are adhered to and to monitor their match play. Beatball Australia reserves the right to cancel any session should matchplay or behaviour, be deemed in violation of the venue's safety rules.

The Beatball venue is equipped with highly efficient industrial evaporative ice-chilled cooling units. These units are combined with independent ceiling air extraction systems installed throughout the premises. The Cage Areas feature multiple direction fan-forced air units, including an independent industrial ice-chilled fan-forced cooler which assists with players' comfort during their match play and the party zone areas. Our trampoline systems also have embedded air extraction/ fresh air circulation systems that further assist players during gameplay. Our Venue is always heavily booked during summer and we have managed to keep our venue comfortable during all past summer events. Moreover, multiple entries with a 7-meter roller door adjacent to the party areas, assist in providing fresh air as required.

No food, drink, jewellery or phones are allowed onto the court area.

Yes, during play and practice times insde the Cage area only. Players cannot kick directly at other players in a manner that may cause injury, kicking is allowed in line with the game’s rules.

For a Single Hour session - Your entry price is just for the allotted time booked. However, if there is no booking immediately following your hour session, you may be able to book and pay for a follow-on session, operating hours permitting. For a Party Package booking - Once the allocated hour of "cage time" has expired in your function and guests sit down to eat, the cage is closed off in preperation for next event.

Yes. Our venue can accommodate group bookings looking for end of season/year breakups and private functions. Functions are limited to a maximum of 50 people and minimum catering spend applies. These must be pre-booked in advance. Corporate Team building, Schools and Sporting groups are welcome. Utilise the BEATBALL Venue for a totally exciting event that will keep everyone entertained inside our world class facility.

No. Unfortunately, for the safety of yourself and those around you and for the protection of the equipment you are UNABLE to participate in any activity on the BEATBALL Court with any cast on. We wish you a speedy recovery and please come and visit us when you are back in action.

Having Volleyball skills is a great stepping stone to Beatball Volley. There are many more skills required to master the game of Beatball Volley. Beatball requires not only Volleyball skills but also skillsets from soccer, trampolines, balance, super reflexes and cooridnation. All skills needed are easily learnt through our training sessions. Our members that usually play Volleyball that now play Beatball regularly have reported that their standard Volleyball game has improved tremendously by training at Beatball Volley. No matter what your skill levels are, you will soon adapt to the game and become addicted to play it, just like everyone before you.

Beatball welcomes all Clubs and Teams to challenge themselves or challenge our own Beatball Teams inside the Beatball Cage. If you have a team that wants to challange one of our member teams please let us know and we can cooridinate the match for you.

View our kids birthday party packages here. Beatball is located in Melbourne’s south-east and attracts families from Chelsea Heights, Frankston and across the Mornington Peninsula.

If you're searching for a fun and unique kids birthday party venue near you, Beatball offers a high-energy indoor sports party experience in Chelsea Heights. Perfect for parents looking for: • Kids birthday party venues near me • Basketball birthday parties • Indoor kids party ideas • Sports birthday parties • Soccer, dodgeball or footy birthday parties At Beatball, kids enjoy a private 1-hour hosted session inside a fully enclosed sports arena featuring basketball, soccer, dodgeball and more — all played on our unique air-cushioned court. ✔ Private party experience (no sharing with other groups) ✔ Multiple sports in one party ✔ Fully hosted with games umpire/coordinator ✔ Suitable for ages 5–15, with session options for teens and adults ✔ Located in Chelsea Heights (serving Bayside & Mornington Peninsula) Unlike trampoline parks or single-activity venues, Beatball combines multiple sports into one exciting, structured party experience. Beatball is trusted by families across Melbourne, with strong repeat bookings and word-of-mouth referrals. Ready to book? View our Kids Birthday Party packages and secure your preferred date here.

If you're searching for basketball birthday parties near you, Beatball offers a unique indoor basketball party experience in Melbourne. Our Beatball Dunk sessions combine real basketball gameplay with trampoline-style air surface cushioned courts, led scoreboards, team colors, allowing kids to jump, run and dunk in a high-energy environment. Each party includes a private court, structured games led by an umpire, and a fully organised experience for parents.

If you're looking for indoor kids birthday party ideas in Melbourne, Beatball offers a unique sports-based experience that keeps kids active and entertained. Instead of traditional party venues, Beatball combines basketball, soccer, dodgeball and more in a private indoor arena with trampoline-style courts. Each session is fully umpired with structured games and matches, making it easy for parents and exciting for kids. It’s one of the most popular options for active birthday parties, especially for ages 5–15. Ready to book? View our Kids Birthday Party packages and secure your preferred date here.

When searching for kids party venues near you, the best options combine fun, structure and convenience for parents. At Beatball, parties are held in a private indoor sports arena where kids play a mix of basketball, soccer and dodgeball in a high-energy environment. Every session is fully organised with an umpire running games, so parents can relax while kids stay engaged. With private bookings, flexible food options and a unique multi-sport setup, Beatball is designed to make birthday parties easy and memorable. Ready to book? View our Kids Birthday Party packages and secure your preferred date here.

Sports birthday parties are one of the best options for kids who love to stay active and have fun with friends. At Beatball, kids can play multiple sports including basketball, soccer and dodgeball in a private indoor arena with trampoline-style courts with an umpire, led scoreboards and team colors. The sessions are fully structured and umpired, ensuring everyone stays involved and engaged. This makes sports parties ideal for a wide range of ages and energy levels, especially for kids aged 5–15. Ready to book? View our Kids Birthday Party packages and secure your preferred date here.

Finding the right birthday party for a 10 year old means choosing something active, social and exciting. Beatball offers a unique indoor sports party where kids can play basketball, soccer, dodgeball and more in a private arena. The combination of structured games, umpire, led scoreboards, team colors and high-energy gameplay makes it especially popular for 10 year olds and similar age groups. It’s a great option for kids who want something more exciting than traditional party venues. Explore our Kids Birthday Party options and book your preferred session today.