Hawthorne Street

Ramsgate Beach NSW 2217

Mon - Fri: 7am - 7:30pm

Sat & Sun: 7am - 7:30pm

Ramsgate Beach · Leo Smith Reserve

Tennis, Pickleball & Basketball Courts in Ramsgate Beach —
Scarborough Park Sports Centre

Tennis, basketball, pickleball, soccer and volleyball — all in one facility inside Leo Smith Reserve, Ramsgate Beach. Managed by Sydney Sports Management Group in partnership with Bayside Council, Scarborough Park offers court hire and coaching for every age and ability, seven days a week from 7am. Courts 1 and 2 are free community drop-in courts; Courts 3–6 are supervised and bookable online.

06
Courts Available

Community Courts           1 & 2

Supervised Courts            3 – 6

Open Daily                      7am
 
On the Court · Programs

Programs for Every Player at
Scarborough Park

Casual hit-ups, structured coaching, competitive matchplay or a full multi-sport day out — whatever your game, our qualified coaches and premium courts are ready when you are. Book a court or program directly through our website.

Ages 3–15 · Hot Shots

Kids Tennis

Tennis Australia’s Hot Shots program, ages 3–15 — Launch Pad, Red, Orange, Green and Yellow stages, grouped by age and ability. From $24/week (Kinder). Free trial lesson available; Active Kids Vouchers accepted.

Adults · Group

Adult Tennis

Group coaching that mixes drills and match play in a social setting, led by qualified coaches.

1-on-1

Private Lessons

One-on-one coaching tailored to your goals, with one of our Tennis Australia accredited coaches.

All Levels

Cardio Tennis

High-energy tennis fitness set to music. No experience needed — just show up and sweat.

Casual

Social Tennis

Turn up, hit some balls, meet new players. A relaxed way to get back on court.

Competitive

Tennis Comp

Weekly fixtures for players who want match practice, rankings and a bit of friendly rivalry.

Juniors

Hot Shots Challenge

Match-play events for Hot Shots graduates. Build confidence, earn points, and enjoy real competition.

Fastest Growing Sport

Pickleball

Tennis meets squash and badminton. Social sessions, drills and casual court hire for all ages.

School Holidays · Ages 4–14

School Holiday Camps a Scarborough Park

School Holiday Camps run across the major NSW school breaks at Scarborough Park, Ramsgate Beach — multi-day programs for children aged 4–14, open to all ability levels, including complete beginners. A safe, active, coach-led experience where kids try new sports and make new friends.

  • Tennis, Basketball, Pickleball, Soccer & Volleyball
  • Single-day, multi-day & weekly bookings available
  • Full-day ($90) & half-day ($70) packages
  • Complimentary Friday BBQ & round robin tournament
  • All ability levels welcome, ages 4–14
  • Delivered by qualified, experienced coaches
Real coaches, real results

Coaches you'll
actually remember.

From a four-year-old’s first rally to a squad player chasing match-tough form — every session at Scarborough Park is led by accredited coaches who know the game and know your name. First-timers get the same care as tournament players.

Marcus Italiano

Head Coach · 5+ Years Coaching Experience

Head Coach · 7 years coaching experience

International Coaching Experience
12 months coaching experience in Italy in 2025
Other Coaching Experience

Coached across clubs and schools in Australia

Qualifications

Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Secondary Education (Macquarie University, 2024)

Trainee Coaching Course certified (2022)

First Aid and CPR qualified

Coaching Philosophy

15+ years of playing experience helping all ages and skill levels improve

A caring, patient, hardworking and engaging coach with a great passion for working with people to develop their skills and support their learning

Hot Shots · 3–12
Private Lessons
Adult Groups
Cardio Tennis

Why Scarborough Park

Why Play at
Scarborough Park Sports Centre

Premium outdoor courts, Tennis Australia–affiliated coaching for every age, and a range of sports under one roof — Scarborough Park is Ramsgate Beach’s newest home for tennis, basketball, pickleball, soccer and volleyball.

01 — Premium Outdoor Courts
Play on newly redeveloped courts inside Leo Smith Reserve, Ramsgate Beach — the perfect setting for casual hit-ups, coaching or competitive matchplay.

02 — Tennis Australia Affiliated
Scarborough Park is operated by Sydney Sports Management Group (SSMG), which has more than 30 years’ experience managing sport and recreation venues across Sydney, in partnership with Bayside Council.

03 — Full Tennis Programs Under One Roof
Kids Hot Shots, Adult Tennis Clinics, Private Lessons, Social Tennis, Cardio Tennis, Hot Shots Challenge, School Holiday Camps, plus Basketball and Pickleball — all at one venue.

04— Built For Everyone
A redeveloped, multi-sport facility offering court hire and coaching so members of the community — of every age and ability level — can play tennis, basketball, pickleball, soccer or volleyball.

free tennis trial Ramsgate Beach

Free Trial for the
Little Ones

New to tennis, or coming back after time away? Book a free introductory session so you can see how it feels before committing — no expectation of prior experience. It’s how a lot of our new members got started.

Reviews

What players
are saying.

Good to Know · FAQ

Everything you need before you play

Court hire, coaching, comps and more — quick answers to the questions we get most often at Hawthorne Street.

7am Doors open every day
How do I book a court, and what does it cost?

Scarborough Park has 6 tennis courts, 8 pickleball courts, 3 basketball courts, plus 1 soccer court and 1 volleyball court, all bookable via the Book a Court page (minimum 60-minute bookings). Tennis is $30/hour off-peak (weekdays 7am–3pm) or $34/hour peak (weekdays 3pm–5pm and all weekend), capped at 2-hour bookings. Pickleball is $25/hour any time. Basketball is $70/hour any time.

Our Tennis Australia Hot Shots program runs from ages 3 to 15 — from Kinder through to Yellow Stage — with kids grouped by age and ability. Lessons start from $24.00/week for Kinder, fees are charged via direct debit, and Active Kids Vouchers are accepted for $50 off enrolment.

Yes — a free trial lesson is available for new players at no cost and no obligation. Just contact us or call (02) 8395 7788 to arrange a time.

Alongside casual court hire ($25/hour), Scarborough Park runs Social Pickleball (all skill levels) on Saturdays 3:00pm–5:00pm and Sundays 8:30am–10:30am for $15, plus a Beginner Skills & Drills session with coaching at the same times for $20. Sessions are booked through the Play Pickle app.

Parties run every Sunday in 2-hour slots (10am–12pm, 1pm–3pm, 4pm–6pm) and can be built around tennis, basketball or pickleball, with court hire, equipment and a qualified coach included. Pricing is $26.50 per participant for groups of 1–10, $24 for 11–20, and $21.50 for 21–30, with an optional sausage-sizzle-and-drink add-on for $10 per person.

Yes — Scarborough Park offers school sport programs in tennis, basketball, pickleball, soccer and volleyball for both primary and secondary schools, with a bus service available. Enquire via the Schools page.

7 Hawthorne Street, Ramsgate Beach NSW 2217 — close to Ramsgate, Sans Souci, Kogarah Bay, Sylvania, Monterey, Brighton-Le-Sands and Rockdale. The centre is open Monday–Sunday, 7:00am–6:30pm. Call (02) 8395 7788 or email scarboroughpark@ssmgroup.com.au

Find Us

Right in
Ramsgate Beach.

Located inside Leo Smith Reserve on Hawthorne Street, easy to reach from across the St George and Bayside area.

    • Address Hawthorne Street, Ramsgate Beach NSW 2217
    • Phone
      (02) 8395 7788
    • Email scarboroughpark@ssmgroup.com.au
    • Mon–Fri
      7:00am – 7:30pm
    • Weekends
      7:00am – 7:30pm

    We Serve

    Ramsgate Beach
    Ramsgate
    Sans Souci
    Dolls Point
    Kogarah
    Rockdale
    Brighton-Le-Sands
    Monterey
    Kyeemagh
    Carss Park