F1 on our screens all day!

F1 Practice 3 live at 12:30pm | Qualifying live at 4:00pm. Watch the drivers fight for pole position, then jump on the rigs and set your own fastest lap.

🏎️ Fortress Fast Lap (2pm - 9pm) 🏎️

Come and beat the best times from Friday and win big!
Don't want to queue? Spend $15 at the bar to receive a one-time Fast-Lane Queue Token.

🍻 Happy Hour 4-6pm 🍻

Why not book a VIP Console Booth to complete your evening

Friends having a Heroes Feast at Fortress

YOUTH EDUCATION

school & groups packages

YOUTH EDUCATION

AT FORTRESS

LOOKING FOR AN EDUCATIONAL EXCURSION FOR YOUR SCHOOL OR GROUP?

Fortress Melbourne and Fortress Sydney offer educational gaming experiences for schools and groups.

Designed for young people aged 8 to 17, our programs use video games, esports, board games and collaborative activities to develop practical skills such as teamwork, communication, problem-solving, creativity and strategic thinking.

Students can explore game design, technology and career pathways in the gaming and esports industries while learning through structured play.

YOUTH EDUCATION

AT FORTRESS

LOOKING FOR AN EDUCATIONAL EXCURSION FOR YOUR SCHOOL OR GROUP?

Fortress Melbourne and Fortress Sydney offer educational gaming experiences for schools and groups.

Students can explore game design, technology and career pathways in the gaming and esports industries while learning through structured play.

YOUTH EDUCATION

AT FORTRESS

LOOKING FOR AN EDUCATIONAL EXCURSION FOR YOUR SCHOOL OR GROUP?

Fortress Melbourne and Fortress Sydney offer educational gaming experiences for schools and groups.

Students can explore game design, technology and career pathways in the gaming and esports industries while learning through structured play.

EDUPACKAGES

ACTIVITY PACKAGES

SPACES

ENQUIRE

FAQ

BUILDING REAL-WORLD STEM SKILLS THROUGH GAMING

Gaming can help young people develop technology skills that extend beyond the screen. Fortress programs combine guided gameplay, group activities and educational discussions to support essential life skills such as: teamwork, focus, problem-solving, analytical thinking, and creativity in a safe and fun environment. Programs are available for school and other organised youth groups at Fortress Melbourne and Fortress Sydney.

YOUTH EDUCATION school packages

A FUN WAY TO LEARN FOR 8-17 YEAR OLDS

2 hours

$35

Per Person

2.5 hours

$45

Per Person

2 hours

$35

Per Person

2.5 hours

$45

Per Person

2 hours

$35

Per Person

2.5 hours

$45

Per Person

2 hours

$35

Per Person

2.5 hours

$45

Per Person

Fortress Academy provides a unique, educational destination for 8 - 17 year olds fostering a deep connection with technology and career possibilities.

EduPackages include a 15 minute tour, an EduTalk and Q&A covering Fortress, video games, esports, industry-related careers, and technology skill requirements and PC-based fun and games.

4 experiences to choose from, all available weekdays from venue opening: 12pm-7pm; extra large groups will be able to start prior to venue opening.

Specialist tour of Fortress (15 min)

Games industry EduTalk with Q&A (30 min)

Hosted educational gameplay (75 min)

Dedicated event host (per 20 kids)

MELB only: 30 Mins of Arcade Game Play (2.5 Hr Pkg only)

SYD only: 30 Mins of Party Games (2.5Hr Pkg only)

MELB only: 30 Mins of Arcade Game Play

(2.5 Hr Pkg only)

SYD only: 30 Mins of Party Games

(2.5Hr Pkg only)

Free Fortress gift (per participant)

EduPackage 1

BUILD 1V1 & SOLO LEARN

Ages 12-17 Years

GAMES

Totally Accurate Battle

Poly Bridge 3

Simulator (TABS)

LEARNINGS

Construction

Bridge physics

Resource management

Budgeting

GROUP SIZES

Fortress Melbourne 15-54 pax

Fortress Sydney 15-58 pax

ENQUIRE

Players will learn and play through the different aspects of each game in the tutorial and move on to the campaign. Each level challenges the player to solve progressively harder puzzles in order to advance to the next stage.

Once familiar with TABS, players will have a chance to test their strategies against their friends in a 1v1 showdown!

EduPackage 2

EXPLORE & SOLO LEARN

Ages 12-17 Years

GAMES

Discovery Tour:

Ancient Egypt

Ancient Greece

Ancient Viking Age

LEARNINGS

Exploration

History

Culture

Educational content

GROUP SIZES

Fortress Melbourne 15-54 pax

Fortress Sydney 15-58 pax

ENQUIRE

Players will be immersed in an historical landscape of Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece and the Ancient Viking Age. Being able to freely explore and engage with a vast open-world map full of culture and iconic landmarks.

EduPackage 3

TEAM UP & PROBLEM SOLVE

Ages 12-17 Years

GAMES

Portal 2

Trine 5

LEARNINGS

Problem solving

Group teamwork

Communication

Hand eye coordination

GROUP SIZES

Fortress Melbourne 15-54 pax

Fortress Sydney 15-58 pax

ENQUIRE

Players will team up into groups of 2 and 4 to play through each campaign from the start of the game

Both games get progressively harder as the game goes on and relies on teamwork and communication as a group to progress. Fun puzzles and challenges await!

Players will team up into groups of 2 and 4 to play through each campaign from the start of the game

Both games get progressively harder as the game goes on and relies on teamwork and communication as a group to progress. Fun puzzles and challenges await!

EduPackage 4

TEAM UP & PROBLEM SOLVE

Ages 8-12 Years

GAMES

Minecraft Education

LEARNINGS

Team building

Teamwork

Problem solving

Team objectives

GROUP SIZES

Fortress Melbourne 15-54 pax

Fortress Sydney 15-58 pax

ENQUIRE

Players will choose teams and build anything they can come up with. As a team or as individuals the teams will have all resources at their disposal to impress the other team and their teacher! Once completed, players will race through a challenging obstacle course with all that Minecraft has to offer.

Once familiar with TABS, players will have a chance to test their strategies against their friends in a 1v1 showdown!

Players will team up into groups of 2 and 4 to play through each campaign from the start of the game

Both games get progressively harder as the game goes on and relies on teamwork and communication as a group to progress. Fun puzzles and challenges await!

YOUTH ACTIVITY EXPERIENCES

PLAY, THRIVE & STRIVE IDEAL FOR 8-17 YEAR OLDS

1 hour

$18

Per Person

2 HOURS

$28

Per Person

3 hours

$38

Per Person

1 hour

$18

Per Person

2 HOURS

$28

Per Person

3 hours

$38

Per Person

Ideal for 8 - 17 year-olds, Fortress offers a safe and exhilarating journey where kids learn new games, enjoy friendly competition, and develop skills alongside peers in a fun and secure environment.

Activity packages are available for 1 hour, 2 hours & 3 hours (extra hours also available).

Available weekdays from venue opening: 12pm-7pm;
extra large groups will be able to start prior to venue opening, please enquire.

Hosted PC game play, Console game play

or Unlimited Arcade game play [Melbourne only]

Hosted PC game play, Console game play or Unlimited Arcade game play [Melbourne only]

Play a combination of game play options

with a 2hr or 3hr package.

Play a combination of game play options with a 2hr or 3hr package.

1hr experience

TEAM PLAY & COMPETITION

Ages 15-17 Years

One hour of hosted gameplay
choose from:

Hosted PC Play

Console Game Play

Unlimited Arcade Game Play (Melbourne) or Party Games Collection (Sydney)

PC GAME TITLE

Team Fortress 2 (MA15+)

GROUP SIZES

Fortress Melbourne 12-32 pax

Fortress Sydney 16-40 pax

ENQUIRE

Fortress Melbourne 12-32 pax

Fortress Sydney 16-40 pax

ENQUIRE

2hr experience

TEAM PLAY & COMPETITION

Ages 13-17 Years

Age 13 requires teacher/parent/guardian consent.

Two hours of hosted gameplay.
For each hour, choose from:

Hosted PC Play

Console Game Play

Unlimited Arcade Game Play (Melbourne) or Party Games Collection (Sydney)

PC GAME TITLE

Fortnite (M)

GROUP SIZES

Fortress Melbourne 12-32 pax

Fortress Sydney 16-40 pax

ENQUIRE

Fortress Melbourne 12-32 pax

Fortress Sydney 16-40 pax

ENQUIRE

3hr EXPERIENCE

TEAM PLAY & COMPETITION

Ages 8-17 Years

Age 13 requires teacher/parent/guardian consent.

Three hours of hosted gameplay,
one of each:

Hosted PC Play

Hosted Console Play

Unlimited Arcade Game Play (Melbourne) or Party Games Collection (Sydney)

PC GAME TITLE

Minecraft - Bed Wars (PG)

GROUP SIZES

Fortress Melbourne 12-32 pax

Fortress Sydney 16-40 pax

ENQUIRE

Fortress Melbourne 12-32 pax

Fortress Sydney 16-40 pax

ENQUIRE

CONSOLE GAMES

NINTENDO SWITCH
Mario Kart
Mario Party Superstars
Super smash Bros
Stick Fight

PLAYSTATION
Crash Team Racing
Gang Beasts
Brawlhalla

CONSOLE GAMES

NINTENDO SWITCH
Mario Kart
Mario Party Superstars
Super smash Bros
Stick Fight

PLAYSTATION
Crash Team Racing
Gang Beasts
Brawlhalla

CONSOLE GAMES

NINTENDO SWITCH
Mario Kart
Mario Party Superstars
Super smash Bros
Stick Fight

PLAYSTATION
Crash Team Racing
Gang Beasts
Brawlhalla

START YOUR YOUTH EDUCATION ENQUIRY
AT THE HOME OF GAMES

Ready to book a visit for your class or group? Tell us your preferred dates, group size and ages, and our team will help you build the right EduPackage or Activity experience.

Enquire now and we'll be in touch to plan the details.

Frequently asked questions

What school excursion experiences does Fortress offer?

What ages are Fortress youth packages suitable for?

Are the packages suitable for school excursions?

Can vacation care, OSHC and OOSH groups visit Fortress?

Where are the youth programs available?

When can school and youth groups visit?

How many students can attend?

What skills can students develop?

How long do Fortress school and group experiences run?

When can school and vacation care groups visit?

What is the difference between a school package and a youth activity experience package?

FUNCTION SPACES AT FORTRESS

Fortress is packed with versatile spaces designed to suit every kind of event - from epic esports battles in the Arena to laid-back drinks in the 2315 Bar. Explore our unique venues below to find the perfect spot for your next function.

Arena

Big screens, big sound - built for epic corporate or branded events activations & esports.

Cocktail 400 | Conference 200

Grandstand 250 | Banquet 130

THE TAVERN

A fantasy-themed bar and eatery offering immersive charm for dinners, parties, and casual functions.

Cocktail 400 | Seated 130

Semi Exclusive 100 | Banquet 130

Rows of people on computers in the Lan Lounge at Fortress

PC LAN

A premium LAN setup with high-end PC's ideal for tournaments, group gaming, or tech-focused activations.

Melbourne | 54 PC's & 2 Streamer Pods

Sydney | 56 PC's & 2 Streamer Pods

ARCADE

A buzzing space filled with retro and modern arcade games, perfect for playful, nostalgic vibes.

Melbourne | 100

Sydney | 100

2315 BAR

A sleek, futuristic cocktail bar ideal for intimate gatherings, corporate mixers, and late-night celebrations.

Sydney Only | 70 Cocktail | Interactive AI Art Installation | Interactive Pool

A person in a broadcast booth staring at screens

BROADCAST STUDIO

A fully equipped, professional-grade studio for livestreaming, content creation, or hybrid digital events.

Melbourne | 54 PC's & 2 Streamer Pods

Sydney | 56 PC's & 2 Streamer Pods

MELBOURNE

Emporium

23 Caledonian Lane

Melbourne 3000

(03) 9606 8800

SYDNEY

Central Park Mall

Level 2 / 28 Broadway

Chippendale 2008

(02) 8609 3336

FUN & GAMES

WHAT'S ON

LINKS

Fortress creates welcoming spaces where everyone belongs. We strive to make our venues accessible and respectful of diverse needs and identities, with zero tolerance for harassment or unsafe behaviour.