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Urban Xtreme is Packed Full of Fun for the Whole Family

Urban Xtreme is the hottest place to chill out in Brisbane. Where else in Queensland can you ski, snowboard, trampoline, play laser tag, run the Ninja warrior and parkour course AND host a birthday party? Only at Hendra’s Urban Xtreme!

We checked it out and we have all the insiders tips to help you have an epic time there with your kids!

What is Urban Xtreme

Urban Xtreme is the ultimate indoor party and adventure centre located on Brisbane’s north side. It opened in late 2017 to bring the thrill of skiing and snowboarding to Brisbanites, and has continued to grow from there. In fact, Urban Xtreme is the largest indoor snow and sports centre in Australia!

Urban Xtreme has something for children of all ages, from Playland for tots to their newest addition: Xtreme Ninja and Parkour. Keep reading because there’s heaps to do there and we don’t want you to miss a thing!

Indoor skiing and snowboarding– Xtreme Ski

For the best skiing action this side of Thredbo, Urban Xtreme is the place to go! Their indoor dry ski slope is designed to help you learn the skills of downhill skiing and snowboarding without the hassle of snowburn, dehydration, lifts, queues, freezing cold weather and all the heavy snow gear that goes with it.

Whether you’re an experienced skier already or hitting the slopes for the first time, at Urban Xtreme you’ll get expert tuition from a team of fully qualified coaches who are all members of Australian Professional Snowsport Instructors.

Urban Xtreme lets you practice inside on simulators that give you an hour of skiing and snowboarding time on revolving slopes. If you were to do this in the real world, you’d be covering more than 20,000 vertical feet – yikes! Whizzing down the indoor dry ski slope has been shown to accelerate your learning by up to 8 times, so you’ll be skiing like a pro in no time!

You don’t get to muck around with an Xtreme snowball fight afterwards, but who knows – the way Urban Xtreme keeps on growing REAL snow could be somewhere on their to-do list! (Disclaimer: we don’t know if it is, but this place is already so cool real snow is the only possible way it could get any cooler!)

What ages can hit the ski slopes at Urban Xtreme?

Anyone from 4 years old to adult! All equipment is provided and the instructor can control the speed and incline of the slopes for your safety. Skiers and snowboarders are grouped according to age and ability to make sure you get the maximum enjoyment out of your time there, and snowboarders and skiers are never on the same slope at the same time.

Whatever your motivation for hitting the slopes, whether to simply have fun with friends or hone your competitive edge, there’s a tailored experience for your needs at Urban Xtreme.

Urban Xtreme Ski – the lowdown

  • Xperiences for everyone from 4 years up
  • Snowboarders must be at least 130cm
  • All equipment provided
  • Group lessons and private lessons available
  • Private slope hire for events or parties
  • NOT cold! Average temp is 20-30 degrees; wear comfortable loose clothing
  • Socks are a must, preferably knee-high to wear under ski boots (available to buy if you forget)
  • Seating and viewing areas near each slope

Indoor trampoline park – Xtreme Jump

Urban Xtreme Adventure Park in Hendra

Kids love to flip and bounce, and there’s plenty of opportunity on the Xtreme Jump trampolines at Urban Xtreme.

Xtreme Jump is 500m2 of connected trampolines where the kids can show off their aerial skills, play dodgeball, and enjoy other fun trampolining games. Xtreme Jump is included in the Park Pass (see below for more details), and anyone over 4 years old can use the trampolines. The kids will literally be bouncing off the walls, and you’ll be happy to let them!

Xtreme Jump – the lowdown

  • Included in Park Pass
  • Jumpers must be a minimum 110cm tall
  • Grip socks must be worn
  • 500m2 of trampoline fun!

Indoor laser tag – Xtreme Laser

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Xtreme Laser is truly epic! Set on multiple levels, the Xtreme Laser arena was designed by leading Australian Laser Tag designers with the most advanced “Helios” laser tag system.

Xtreme Laser is included in the Park Pass (details below), with games lasting ten minutes each. You can play for fun with friends, or join the friendly competitive Laser League for a tournament experience.

What is laser tag?

Laser tag is a game of skill where players wear an electronic vest and carry a gun that fires harmless lasers. The aim of the game is to ‘shoot’ (tag) your opponents without getting shot yourself. The game can be played in teams or individually, and obstacles and ‘cover’ are provided in the arena. Once hit, your laser will power down for a short period of time and all ‘hits’ and ‘kills’ are recorded electronically to determine the winner. There may also be targets to hit for extra bonus points.

Who can play laser tag at Xtreme Laser?

Xtreme Laser is recommended for players aged 5-6 years and older, with up to 33 players in the arena at one time. The arena is dimly lit and set over multiple levels with access ramps. There is enough light to create atmosphere and be safe, but younger children may require a parent or older child to guide them.

Xtreme Laser also offers Laser League, a friendly professional laser tag competition for children aged 8 years and over. Check out the Urban Xtreme website for more details.

Xtreme Laser – the lowdown

  • Laser is included in Park Pass
  • Recommended for players aged 5 years to adult
  • Minimum player height is 110cm
  • Enclosed footwear must be worn
  • Laser tag doesn’t hurt
  • Play for fun or competitively

Ninja and parkour warrior course – Xtreme Ninja

Urban Xtreme Adventure Park in Hendra

The Xtreme Ninja and Parkour course is an excellent addition to Urban Xtreme and my kids favourite part of the park! There are vertical walls, cannon ball swings, floating steps, rope challenges and many of your favourites from the Australian Ninja Warrior TV show.

The Ninja Warrior course was designed by dedicated professional Ninja Warriors and has three lanes of elements with easy and challenging options to test your fitness, strength and agility. You can take on the Ninja Warrior Parkour course for fun as part of the Park Pass, or be trained by experienced coaches to take part in race nights and competitions.

Who can be a Ninja Warrior at Xtreme Ninja?

Anyone over the height of 120cm who feels they can negotiate the course can be a Ninja Warrior at Urban Xtreme. Eight year olds shorter than 120cm can participate as a birthday party guest. You don’t need to have any particular level of fitness, just a desire to give it a go and have fun.

Xtreme Ninja – the lowdown

  • Ninja Warrior Course is included in Park Pass
  • Three lanes of fun obstacles and…
  • Three different vertical walls!
  • Participants must be at least 120cm tall
  • Enclosed shoes must be worn
  • Professional training available or run the course for fun
  • Viewing areas available
  • Go as fast or as slow as your fitness permits
  • You can skip obstacles that are too challenging

Indoor playcentre – Xtreme Playland

Urban Xtreme - playland

Xtreme Playland is designed for younger children so they can participate in similar activities to the bigger kids on a more age-appropriate platform. There’s an awesome three-level adventure play gym, super slide, trampolines, and a mini rock climbing wall to challenge your little adventurer, plus an exclusive Toddler Zone for children under 110cm tall.

Xtreme Playland access is included in the Adventure Park Pass, but if your children are too young for the other Park Pass areas you can pay a separate fee to access the Playland area only.

Xtreme Playland – the lowdown

  • Xtreme Playland is included in Park Pass or…
  • Separate entry price to access Playland only
  • Designed for children aged 1-12 years
  • Play gym for children between 110cm and 150cm
  • Toddler Zone for children under 110cm
  • Socks must be worn
  • Next to the café for parent’s convenience
  • Host a birthday party in the Xtreme Playland area

Xtreme rock climbing

Newbies and experienced climbers will love the thrills of at this climbing gym, with plenty of space for creative and exciting route settings. There are no age restrictions at Urban Xtreme, but in order to ensure everyone’s safety different activities have size restrictions and you must weigh a minimum of 15kg to use the auto belays.

Xtreme birthday parties

Why not choose Urban Xtreme for your child’s next birthday party! They have a range of party options available across a choice of activities to suit all age groups and budgets. Catering is included but you’re welcome to bring your own extra food and snacks too. Urban Xtreme offers the kind of birthday parties your kids will talk about for years, so find out more about the party packages available now! Click here for birthday party information.

Xtreme refreshments

You are welcome to bring your own snacks and drinks to Urban Xtreme, but with an onsite café offering barista made coffee and a range of yummy snacks, why would you? Urban Xtreme invites parents and guardians to relax with a delicious treat while you watch the kids have fun, or fill the kids up with lunch and stay all day!

Urban Xtreme Adventure Park Pass

The Urban Xtreme Adventure Park Pass allows access to Xtreme Laser, Xtreme Jump, Xtreme Ninja and Parkour and Playland and Inflatables. You can buy a one- or two-hour pass (plus additional hours at a reduced rate) or we recommend getting a group of friends together to take advantage of their group discounts for six or more people.

Check their website and Facebook page too for school holiday discounts!

Where is Urban Xtreme?

4/370 Nudgee Road, Hendra, Queensland

Families Tip: I really struggled to find the venue, so take note: Put the address in your sat-nav/phone and when you’re directly across from the Hendra Police Station’s driveway it’s on the other side of the road. Drive down the long driveway and turn left. THEN you will see it!!

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Janine Mergler

Janine Mergler is a veteran Queensland teacher, graduating from QUT with a BEd majoring in Social Sciences. After many years in the classroom, Janine moved on to academia. She has proudly trained new generations of teachers in her role as a lecturer at Queensland University of Technology Faculty of Education. She has also worked in the Queensland Government as an education specialist, developing education resources and delivering community awareness programs to help families conserve water. Currently she is the owner and editor of Families Magazine, a publication specifically targeted at parents who value a quality education for children.  Janine leads a team of professionals who write about family lifestyle, early childhood, schools and education information and family-friendly events.

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  1. My daughters recently did the indoor skiing at Urban Extreme and loved it. She had lots of fun with her friends learning to ski. The staff were friendly and helpful. And made the experience fun for the kids.

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