Ballers Clubhouse Expands its ‘Hospo-Tainment’ Empire to Adelaide: Unveiling Innovative Entertainment Hub in Historic Ruthven Mansion.
Adelaide, Australia May 22nd, 2024
Australia's best and only immersive adult supervenue,
Ballers Clubhouse, is set to open its doors in Adelaide this July. It has been announced that Ballers Clubhouse (of the Superverse Group) will take over the historic Ruthven Mansion at 21 Pulteney Street in Adelaide’s CBD, spanning over 700 square metres and revitalising the heritage-listed building. This expansion marks a significant milestone for the brand, which has rapidly grown since the success of its flagship venues in Melbourne.
Ballers Clubhouse offers a unique multi-game concept that sets it apart in the competitive socialising space. With a variety of games including shuffleboard, ping pong, and interactive darts, customers can enjoy a different experience every time they visit.
The integration of advanced technology developed by the Superverse Group's subsidiary,
Good Time Tech, ensures that each game is not only engaging but also enhanced beyond traditional automated scoring. For example, the world's first “footy darts game” combines physical dart throwing with a simulated footy field display, offering an innovative and interactive experience, tying in with live footy prize giveaways.
“Our mission has always been to redefine socialising by combining immersive tech gaming with a vibrant nightlife atmosphere,” says Josh Lefers, co-founder of Ballers Clubhouse. “Our Adelaide venue is designed to keep guests engaged for hours through the ultimate multi-sensory experience of posh food, delectable cocktails, immersive games and driving music. It’s like a reverse escape room—because you just don’t want to leave.”
The venue’s peer-leading design is another standout feature with conceptual global appeal that has been crafted to be both immersive and Instagram-worthy to maximise customer time and experience in the venue. With carefully curated aesthetics designed by co-founders, "Josh & Steve", every corner of Ballers Clubhouse offers a picture-perfect moment, contributing to an average stay of four and a half hours per guest.
Guests can expect to find things like a birdcage ball pit with karaoke, a giant ping pong tree, a mirrorball loveseat and more. This extended stay is complemented by a "posh nosh" kitchen serving elevated bar dining directly to the guests’ tables or booths, allowing them to stay “in the game” without interruption. Additionally, the bar boasts 36 beer taps and a selection of exceptional cocktails, further enhancing the overall experience.
Stephen Wools, co-founder of Ballers Clubhouse, highlights the growing trend of competitive socialising, particularly in the UK, where 71% of consumers have engaged in such activities in the past year, with an impressive 93% participation rate among Gen Z (WorldXo.org). “Australia is about five years behind the UK in this trend,” says Wools. “We’re on the brink of a dramatic shift in the market that will change the way we socialise. Our venues are perfectly poised to lead this evolution.”
Ballers Clubhouse’s appeal extends beyond casual social gatherings, making it a popular choice for SME's and corporate events, team-building activities, and special occasions such as mates dates, hens and bucks parties, and date nights. The venue’s ability to offer a fun yet productive environment makes it a valuable addition to corporate event calendars, promoting social responsibility and team cohesion.
With the immense success of their Melbourne venues, Josh & Steve and their co-founders Simon Jones (ex-Funlab co-founder) and Chris Roberton are pioneering the adult competitive socialising space in Australia. The Adelaide opening is the first of four new venues planned for this year, marking a rapid expansion driven by their innovative approach and market leadership.
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Ballers Clubhouse Co-Founders Stephen Wools and Josh Lefers are available for interview and comment. All enquiries should be directed to Matthew Iozzi | 0466 406 418 | Matthew@madco.com.au and/or Helen Reizer | 0412 684 431 | helen@hrpr.com.au
About Ballers Clubhouse:
Ballers Clubhouse is a premier sports bar and immersive gaming venue that combines state-of-the-art technology with a vibrant social atmosphere. Founded by Josh Lefers and Stephen Wools, Ballers Clubhouse offers a unique multi-game concept, exceptional food and drinks, and an engaging environment that keeps guests coming back for more. With successful venues in Melbourne, the brand is expanding rapidly, setting new standards in the competitive socialising space.