To celebrate Trans Awareness Week, join us on Sunday 15 November for a Come & Try Basketball session hosted in partnership with Queer Sporting Alliance (QSA). This event is for Trans, non-binary and gender diverse community members and allies, offering a chance to connect with community, learn basketball skills and drills, and enjoy a fun social game.
Queer Sporting Alliance Takeover at GESAC
What to Expect
This event is all about getting on the court, having fun and giving basketball a try. No experience is necessary.
Before the basketball session, enjoy light refreshments and snacks in the Eten Café from 6.30pm. This welcome period is a great opportunity to connect with others and learn more about Queer Sporting Alliance (QSA), including its 2027 National Sports Tournament and Q League competitions across Melbourne. Information will also be available about Glen Eira Leisure facilities, memberships and other inclusive events and programs. The Come & Try basketball session will begin at 7.00pm.
Trans Awareness Week
Trans Awareness Week is held from Friday 13 November - Thursday 19 to aims raise awareness of trans and gender diverse people and their experience. It is a time to celebrate trans and gender-diverse communities, increase understanding, and encourage allyship while working towards a more inclusive and equitable world for everyone.
Queer Sporting Alliance
Queer Sporting Alliance (QSA) is Australia’s largest LGBTQIA+ community sporting club. Established in Melbourne in 2015, QSA was created to provide a welcoming sporting home where trans, gender-diverse and queer people can participate without barriers and feel comfortable being themselves both on and off the court.
Their mission is to bring people from the sidelines into sport, creating opportunities to play, connect and belong.
Ready to hit the court?
Can't catch? Can't throw? You're in! Join us for an evening of basketball, connection and community in a welcoming environment.
This event is for people aged 18+. Places are limited, register today via the TryBooking link.
Creating a Safe and Inclusive Environment
Glen Eira Leisure is proud to support and stand with our LGBTQIA+ community. We are committed to providing a safer, welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone is treated with respect. Harmful, discriminatory or hateful behaviour will not be tolerated.