Activities for seniors

A welcoming and friendly 45 minute class for intermediate to fit people (50yrs+). Activities involve using bands, balls, steps and weights that will improve balance, core strength and flexibility

Contact Boroondara Sports Complex for more information including class cost and times or visit webpage https://bsc.boroondaraleisure.com.au/fitness/group-fitness-timetable to book in.

Make new friends, keep active and stay socially connected at Balwyn Evergreen Centre. We're a dynamic and caring community centre delivering a range of programs and activities for seniors in Boroondara. We offer a full exercise program, weekly bus outings, a Supported Lifestyle Program for people with mild dementia/some cognitive decline, a fortnightly ladies' discussion group, digital learning, table tennis, special events, guest speakers and information sessions, door-to-door transport, allied health podiatry and physio, and more. There's something for everyone and our aim is to keep seniors living full and independent lives in their community.

The Aged Care Navigation service offers free, confidential support to help people access services through My Aged Care. Drop in sessions are available.

The Boroondara Aged Care Navigator can help you:

understand My Aged Care including eligibility and the assessment process
get support to access services to stay safe at home
connect with local supports and social activities
get clear and practical advice about your aged care options.

For local residents aged 65 and over, doing fun activities at the centre.

Social Support Group: Mondays and Wednesdays 10am – 12pm.

Chair Based Yoga: Thursdays 11-11.30am

English Conversations: Please contact Centre for details.

For local residents aged 65 and over, doing fun activities at the centre.

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.

Contact the Centre directly or visit the website for class times, pricing and to book yourself a spot!

Aqua Aerobics is a whole body gentle conditioning workout to improve overall strength, particularly the core muscles. Aqua Aerobics is a water based class that is suitable for all levels as it is conducted with background music. 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.

Deep Water Running simulates land-based movements in deep water while free-floating or using buoyancy tools. This type of exercise removes stress put on the joints during load-bearing exercises. Hydro belts are often one of the tools worn in this class to suspend participants in the water while they complete a range of drills.

Contact Boroondara Sports Complex for more information including class cost and times or visit webpage https://bsc.boroondaraleisure.com.au/fitness/group-fitness-timetable to book in.

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.

Bowls is a game for all ages - men and women can compete equally, and together.

Our membership and playing costs are excellent value and bowling competitions are graded so everybody can compete at their skill level. It is easy and quick to get on the green and start bowling, with the development programs, coaches and mentors available to get you going. Join as a bowler and be part of a fun and friendly community.

Contact Ashburton Bowls Club for more details.

The Ashburton Support Group meetings happen on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month, either in person or on Zoom, from 7 pm to 9 pm. They are for family members and friends of loved ones with problematic alcohol, drug, or gambling use. They are led by volunteers with their own lived experience, and provide safe, confidential, and friendly places where members can learn strategies on how to cope, gain information and support and be among people who understand. All meetings are free, but you need to call to book a place at a meeting.