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An inclusive and active place where both Muslim and non-Muslim Victorians can connect through sport.
The Aspire Sports Centre will convert the Coburg Moreland Bowls Club site into a permanent home for the Bachar Houli Foundation and the fast-growing Islamic College of Sport.
The Islamic College of Sport offers a unique and focused program for Muslim students who are seeking a combination of a high-performance sports environments, a choice of education offering an inclusive and active place where both Muslim and non-Muslim Victorians can connect through sport.
The project will have a new main school campus including 12 new flexible use classrooms, a breakout area for students, staff administrative facilities, separate toilet facilities for staff and students, and dedicated access to sports facilities such as a high-performance gym, two indoor courts and brand new changerooms.
Outside of school hours, the facility will be used by local community and sporting clubs, with a focus on enabling Muslim women and girls’ participation in sport by providing a culturally safe and welcoming space. This will include having dedicated times and spaces for all women’s sport, recreation activities and programs.
Home of the Bachar Houli Foundation Programs and Academies
New campus for the Islamic College of Sport and new Year 7-10 College
After hours community sports facility for women and girls in a culturally safe environment
About the Bachar Houli Foundation
The Bachar Houli Foundation is dedicated to empowering young Australians, particularly those from Muslim and culturally diverse backgrounds, through education, leadership, and sport. Founded by former AFL player Bachar Houli, the Foundation aims to inspire the next generation of leaders by providing opportunities for personal development and community engagement. The Foundation engages over 10,000 young people annually.
About the Islamic College of Sport
The Islamic College of Sport is an independent senior secondary school, established by the Bachar Houli Foundation to offer young Muslim students an environment where they can explore their faith and sense of identity while completing a holistic and applied education that is connected to genuine sports industry and community experiences. Students at the College study and receive the Victorian Certificate of Education – Vocational Major.
