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The National Sports and Physical Activity Convention (NSC) Expo on 27th to 28th June 2024 is set to offer a groundbreaking experience for delegates and attendees with the presentation of a series of unique opportunities through which industry suppliers can showcase their products in real-life settings.

Among the highlights of the fully immersive displays at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre  next week are a full-sized padel court and pickleball court, an unprecedented feature at Australian sport and recreation exhibitions.

For the first time in Australia, the NSC will include a full-sized Laykold padel court spanning over 285 metres², where attendees can actively participate in games. Visitors will have the chance to experience the fast-growing sport of padel through live demonstrations and expert lessons from Australia’s former top ranked player, Matty Thomas.

This hands-on experience allows attendees to learn the rules, watch matches, engage with installation and product experts, and even compete with colleagues.

Additionally, the Expo will feature a full-sized ICP Group pickleball court covering over 135 metres² on which attendees can dive into dynamic sessions to learn the game’s rules, explore partnership opportunities for court construction, and witness thrilling match exhibitions by top players from the National Pickleball League.

APAC’s largest Sport and Recreation Expo
NSC’s exhibition is recognised as the largest event of its kind in the Asia-Pacific region, boasting over 70 exhibitors across 4,500 metres². These exhibitors will present the latest products, services, and technology for the entire sports ecosystem, including sports management, participation and inclusion, sports facilities, sports grounds and surfaces, councils, active cities planning, aquatic and recreation management, schools and play.

The Expo aims to connect industry professionals with leading suppliers, creating an unparalleled networking opportunity with over 2,000 attendees expected. With fully integrated networking areas and events, new international products this Expo is a must-attend for industry professionals, sports clubs, councils and anyone involved in sports and recreation looking to improve their sport, recreation, or leisure organisation.

Nine Dynamic Activation Areas
Attendees can prepare for an array of immersive and exhilarating experiences at the Expo, engaging with nine dynamic activation areas designed to ignite the excitement of sports and recreation:

Padel Court: Experience the thrill of padel on the full-sized Laykold Padel Court with live demonstrations and expert lessons.

Pickleball Court: Discover the excitement at the California Sports Surfaces Pickleball Court with dynamic sessions and thrilling match exhibitions.

Golf Australia Simulator: Powered by Full Swing KIT and Big Swing Golf, experience iconic courses and friendly competition.

Teqball: Challenge yourself with Hart Sport’s ‘TEQ One’ curved table, blending soccer finesse with table tennis precision.

Outdoor Fitness: Explore KOMPAN’s cutting-edge gym equipment designed for maximum effectiveness.

Training Equipment: Test your skills with Net World Sports’ FORZA range in an interactive and fun activation area.

Table Tennis: Face off against an advanced robotic arm with Table Tennis Victoria, perfect for all skill levels.

Parkrun: Parkrun Asia Pacific’s ‘pop-up Parkrun’ will be held at 7am on Friday 28th June, outside the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.

From Canvas to Court: The Pongo has teamed up with renowned mural artists Jack & Josh to transform an innovative, commercial-grade outdoor Pongo Canvas table. Visit the stand on Day-1 to watch the live painting of the Ping Pong table and return on Day-2 to play on this stunning piece of functional art - a fusion of creativity and sport.

Click here to see all the latest equipment, products and services on display at the exhibition.

Australasian Leisure Management is exhibiting on stand 618 at the National Sports & Physical Activity Convention's expo.

Registration for the NSC is still open.

Click here for more information on the National Sports and Physical Activity Convention in the Australasian Leisure Management industry Calendar.

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