Refine skills, express ideas confidently, and advance towards fluency, confidently express complex ideas, engage in deeper discussions, and unlock study and work opportunities.

This course runs every term throughout the year. We welcome new students at any time, however, you will need an interview with the co-ordinator before enrolling.

Please call the Centre on 9885 9401 to arrange a time.

2026 Term Dates
Term 1: 4 Feb – 1 Apr (9wks)
Term 2: 22 Apr – 24 Jun (10wks)
Term 3: 15 Jul – 16 Sep (10wks)
Term 4: 7 Oct -18 Nov (7wks)

The course will help improve your skills in English through conversation, reading, writing, speaking and listening.

The course is run at a Pre-intermediate level 2.

This course runs every term throughout the year from 9.30am - 12.00pm. New students are welcome at any time; an interview with the co-ordinator is required.

Please call the centre on 9885 9401 to arrange a time.

2026 Term Dates
Term 1: 3 Feb – 31 Mar (9wks)
Term 2: 21 Apr – 23 Jun (10wks)
Term 3: 14 Jul – 15 Sep (10wks)
Term 4: 6 Oct -24 Nov (7wks, no class 3/11)

A program to encourage participants to explore their interests and develop skills through musical expression. A great social opportunity for people with disabilities. This program can be accessed using your NDIS plan.

Mondays 1 – 2:30pm, starting 2 February (ongoing)
(no class 9 March)

We offer over 100 classes throughout the week, in studios, water and in our Performance Zone. Members and non-members are welcome to participate in Group Fitness classes. Please see our website for details.

Learn sustainable horticultural practices in our tranquil working garden whilst supporting our social enterprise cafe.

Escape the house and come along to share your ideas and comments over refreshments at this evening book group. Wednesdays (first of the month).

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.

Our popular ladies' group meets fortnightly to catch up, enjoy a light and nutritious lunch and hear from a range of guest speakers.

The Senior Divas are a vibrant bunch who look forward to getting together and discussing all sorts of things. This group puts the 'social' in 'social support group'. ​Not only are The Senior Divas a great way to keep social connections firing, but it also offers crucial community engagement. To find out more about this fun and interactive group, please get in touch.

Fortnightly on Thursdays
11am- 2pm

The Kew Garden Club meets once a month (from February to November) in the Phyllis Hore Room at Kew Library. There are always interesting speakers demonstrating and discussing a broad range of topics relating to gardening with both members and visitors. The meeting is usually followed by afternoon tea which allows time for people to catch up in more detail with the speaker and to socialise with other members. Plant sales available.

Experience the perfect blend of style and wellness with our affordable hairdressing and podiatry services.

BASSCARE North Balwyn Seniors Centre