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Move Your Way - Activities for Seniors and Carers
Activities for seniors and carers including group exercise classes, walking netball, karate, yoga, dance, and walking. Come and join an activity where you can meet others while being active.
Come and try exercise park
Our seniors' champions will guide participants around the equipment to try out.
Hosted at Carrington Park Leisure Centre, 20 O’Connor Road, Knoxfield.
- Tuesday 18 February, 9:30-11:00 am
- Tuesday 25 February, 9:30-11:00 am.
Walk in and play walking netball
Walk in and play a program of modified netball where no running or jumping is permitted for adults.
Hosted by Mountain District Netball Association at Knox Regional Netball Centre, 9 Dempster Street, Ferntree Gully.
- Wednesday 19 February, 9:30-10:30 am
- Wednesday 26 February, 9:30-10:30 am.
Seniors Karate
Seniors' classes welcome adults aged 16+ years of all fitness levels, grades, and abilities to learn karate in a supportive environment.
Hosted by Golden Cobra Martial Arts, 85 Station Street, Ferntree Gully.
- Tuesday 18 February, 7:30-8:30 pm
- Monday 24 February, 7:45-9:15 pm.
Carers exercise class
These sessions are run by a qualified instructor at Knox Leisureworks and provides an opportunity to make new connections with others who care for a family member who lives with a disability or mental illness, while building your strength and fitness in the gym.
Hosted by Knox Leisureworks, 35 Tormore Road, Boronia.
- Wednesday 19 February, 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
- Wednesday 26 February, 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm.
Rowville pathway for carers walk
Group of carers meet for an easy flat walk, return for a drink and listen to a guest speaker talk about support for carers.
Hosted at The Butler's Pantry, 4/1090 Wellington Road, Rowville.
- Monday 24 February, 9:30-11:30 am.
Yoga
Mat and chair yoga including breathing exercises.
Hosted by Indian Senior Citizens Association of Victoria (ISCA) at 16/18 Kingsley Close, Rowville.
- Wednesday 19 February, 11:00 am-12:00 pm
- Wednesday 26 February, 11:00 am-12:00 pm.
Line dancing taster workshop for beginners
Join us for a fun and lively line dancing workshop aimed towards beginner adults and seniors alike.
Hosted at Community Learning Centre, 40 Fullham Road, Rowville.
- Wednesday 19 February, 1:15-2:15 pm.
Disc golf
Disc Golf involves throwing the disc (like a frisbee) towards a metal basket. At this come-and-try session for ages 6+ years, you will be shown how to hold, throw and 'putt' before trying out the Disc Golf course.
Hosted at Gateshead Reserve, Gateshead Drive, Wantirna South.
- Sunday 23 February, 10:00 am-2:00 pm.
Additional information
What to wear: Whatever you feel comfortable in, but we recommend loose-fitting clothes or gym gear and bringing a drink bottle.
For beginners: Beginners are welcome! However, it’s advisable to consult your GP before starting a new exercise program.
Venue accessibility
Please note that not all venues are wheelchair and pram accessible due to limited paved paths in some reserves.
We strive to ensure everyone in Knox can participate in Move Your Way activities. If you need alternative formats or adjustments, please contact us at [email protected] with your request or questions so we can make necessary arrangements where possible.
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Details
When
Monday, February 17, 2025 - Sunday, March 02, 2025
Where
The activities will take part at the following locations:
- Carrington Park Leisure Centre, 20 O’Connor Road, Knoxfield
- Mountain District Netball Association at Knox Regional Netball Centre, 9 Dempster Street, Ferntree Gully
- Golden Cobra Martial Arts, 85 Station Street, Ferntree Gully
- Knox Leisureworks, 35 Tormore Road, Boronia
- Indian Senior Citizens Association of Victoria (ISCA) at 16/18 Kingsley Close, Rowville
- Community Learning Centre, 40 Fullham Road, Rowville
- The Butler's Pantry, 4/1090 Wellington Road, Rowville
- Melbourne Disc Golf at Gateshead Reserve, Gateshead Drive, Wantirna South.
Cost
Free
Contact
For more information, email [email protected] and we will get back to you. Or call our Customer Service team on 9298 8000.
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