Activities for seniors

A fun, low impact class aimed at participants aged 50+. This class consists of an aerobic component, followed by resistance work, small ball exercises, step and balance activities. Runs on Mondays and Thursdays from 12 pm to 1 pm. Contact Ashburton Pool and Recreation Centre for the cost and more details.

Active Movers is our Older Adults Circuit class. It's high intensity and gets everyone moving by using different equipment such as steps, mats, skipping ropes, and dumbbells. You must bring a water bottle, towel and exercise mat. Runs weekly on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays - check the Boroondara Sports Complex website for the class times.

Make new friends, keep active and stay socially connected at Balwyn Evergreen Centre. We're a dynamic and caring community offering a range of activities for seniors in Boroondara. We offer a full exercise program, weekly 'Evergreen Club' luncheons and concerts, bus outings, Active Living Program, a ladies' luncheon group, special events, guest speakers, transport service, Allied Health Podiatry, dog walking and more. There's something for everyone and our aim is to keep seniors living full and independent lives in their community.

A whole body gentle conditioning workout to improve overall strength, particularly the
core muscles. This is a water based class that is suitable for all levels. Due to the in-water nature of the class, this class reduces bodyweight and allows participants to complete movements in water that they wouldn’t necessarily be able to do on land.

Aqua Aerobics is a whole body, low impact conditioning workout to improve overall strength. Due to the in-water nature of the class, it reduces bodyweight and allows participants to complete movements in water that they wouldn’t necessarily be able to do on land. Deep Water Running incorporates deep and shallow water running with intense interval work. A great cross-training class. Runs on Tuesday from 8:15 am to 9:15 am and 7 pm to 8 pm, Thursdays from 9:30 am to 10:30 am. Contact Boroondara Sports Complex for more information.

A whole body gentle conditioning workout to improve overall strength, particularly the core muscles. Aquacise is a water based class that is suitable for all levels. Due to the in-water nature of the class, this class reduces bodyweight and allows participants to complete movements in water that they wouldn’t necessarily be able to do on land. Runs on all weekdays as well as Sundays, see the Ashburton Pool and Recreation Centre website for times and more information.

Our Art and Craft groups offer essential mind, body and spirit benefits. Stimulate your brain, develop your fine motor skills and have a laugh with a great bunch of people.

Classes include:

Social Stitches
This independently run social group meets weekly. Social stitchers share skills and advice on a variety of needle work and thread-based activities whilst having a chat, enjoying a cuppa and forming friendships.

Pottery
Get your hands dirty and have some fun in our teacher-led pottery class. With a mix of hand building, wheel throwing and turning, glazing and firing you can make a range of pieces to be proud of. Pottery is great for building hand-eye coordination and strength. Individuals work on their own projects with the help and guidance of Ursula, a fellow potter and teacher.

Art Therapy
Join art therapist Eric who guides and facilitates our art class. Eric has an interest in freehand drawing and painting (using varying paint mediums). Materials are provided as is morning tea and the opportunity to meet likeminded class members to meet and chat with.

Chinese seniors get together for activities such as table tennis, mah-jong, English language lessons, Tai-Chi, choir singing and other cultural activities. Runs on Thursdays. Cost: $15 annual membership.

Balwyn Evergreen is a welcoming community centre offering a range of social support programs and activities for older people in and around Boroondara. We aim to keep people living independently in their own homes by enhancing their community connections. New enquiries welcome.

Active Retired Men's Group -Balwyn Mens Probus.

Offering 10 diverse activity groups mostly free, including Walking, Discussion, Investment, Movies, Discovery Touring, Coffee & Cake, Tek-Talk, Ukulele, Writing, Music.

Monthly Friday catered lunch, including a glass of wine or other beverage$20, featuring a prominent guest speaker. First two months are free then $65 pa. No Joining Fee – Membership Open