Parramatta Eels and Motiv8sports Launch Free Holiday Clinic in North Parramatta

The Parramatta Eels, in a partnership with Motiv8sports and the City of Parramatta, have announced a free community holiday clinic to be held on Wednesday, 21 January 2026.

The event, titled “Summer in Parradise,” is designed to encourage active participation among primary school-aged children, providing a supportive environment for kids of all abilities and cultural backgrounds to engage with the sport.

The clinic will take place at The Green in the Parramatta North Precinct from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. This two-hour program offers a “non-contact” introduction to rugby league and multi-sport activities, focusing on teamwork and fundamental movement skills.

Participation is strictly limited to 150 children (Kindergarten to Year 6), with the organisation expecting spots to be exhausted rapidly following the opening of registrations.

This initiative is a key pillar of the City of Parramatta’s AUD1.15 million three-year investment in community engagement and sports participation.

By offering these sessions at no cost to families, the Eels aim to remove financial barriers to junior sport while strengthening the brand’s connection with the Western Sydney community.

Commenting on the importance of the event during the partnership launch, Parramatta Eels CEO,  Jim Sarantinos, said: “Our partnership will result in thousands of local kids and multicultural communities benefiting from holiday clinics.”

Beyond the physical activities, the clinic serves as a strategic engagement tool for the club’s junior fanbase.

While player appearances are subject to training schedules, the event often features recognisable mascots Sparky and Sparkles, alongside NRLW development officers.

Families are encouraged to register via the Motiv8sports portal or the club’s official website, as valid registration is mandatory for attendance to comply with insurance and safety protocols.

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