Active Monash Month

Next date: Thursday, 21 November 2024 | 04:00 PM to Saturday, 30 November 2024 | 05:00 PM

Get your best activewear out and join us for a month of activities in November.

Try your hand at pickleball, take a nature walk, join an outdoor class, or jump into one of the sports on offer. 

Have fun and discover new places in Monash.

See the calendar of events(PDF, 685KB) and refer to the below for more detail

Activities are listed under Monash Sports Clubs and Active Outdoor Recreation programs.

Exercise Snakes and Ladders

Keeping fit doesn’t have to be boring! 

Try our Exercise Snakes and Ladders game and diversify your workout.

Choose your own ‘active’ adventure!

Exercise Snakes and Ladders(PDF, 2MB)

Move More but do it Your Way

Moving and keeping active isn't just for the month of November but throughout the year.

It's the everyday actions that can also make a difference - take the stairs, park further away and walk to your destination, take a daily walk around the block, or choose active transport where appropriate.

Active Outdoor Recreation

Fitness Camp

Work through a guided movement bodyweight outdoor gym circuit, enjoy the outdoors and increase physical activity at your pace.

Mondays, 11 and 25 November, 10am - 10.45am
Princes Highway Reserve
1658 Dandenong Road, Oakleigh East

Bookings: www.trybooking.com/CRBEG

Roaming Fitness Camp

Join us for an on-off roaming Fitness Camp session, showcasing different reserves and spaces around Monash.

Our next activation will take place at Jingella Reserve Fitness Club. This session will work through a guided movement bodyweight outdoor gym circuit at your own pace. 

Monday 18 November, 10am - 10.45am
Jingella Reserve
106 High Street, Ashwood

Bookings: https://www.trybooking.com/CVXJG

Meditation

Make use of specific relaxed abdominal breathing, use of mental imagery, and gain an awareness of the inside of your body with our standing meditation sessions.

Tuesdays 12 and 26 November, 12.45pm
Princes Highway Reserve
1658 Dandenong Rd, Oakleigh East
Meet at the west pavilion next to the outdoor fitness equipment.

Bookings: www.trybooking.com/CAFXY

Outdoor Strong 4 Life

Work through a guided movement bodyweight circuit, have fun, enjoy the outdoors and increase physical activity at your pace.

Thursdays, 7 and 21 November, 11.30am
Wellington Reserve
36-42 Mackie Road, Mulgrave

Bookings: www.trybooking.com/CAMDX

Yoga in the Park

Come and recentre yourself, stretch, and soak up the fresh air - all while immersed within one of our beautiful Monash parks.

Please bring a yoga mat and water bottle.

Mondays, 11, 18 and 25 November, 1pm
Freeway Reserve Fitness Hub
361-415 Wellington Road, Mulgrave

Bookings: www.trybooking.com/CTQNR

Zumba in the Park

Work through a guided dance movement, have fun, enjoy the outdoors and increase physical activity at your pace.

Fridays, 8, 15, 22 and 29 November, 9.45am

Bayview Reserve
16 Madison Court, Mount Waverley

Bookings: www.trybooking.com/CVVYG

Pop Up Sports Locker

Use our Sports Locker equipment for outdoor sporting fun and see all that the newly activated Carlson Reserve Fitness Hub has to offer.

Thurdays, 14 and 28 November, 12pm - 1pm
Carlson Reserve
64-72 Clayton Road. Clayton

Bookings: www.trybooking.com/CVYMS

Nature Walks around Monash - Collaboration with Waverley Camera Club in Jells Park

Enjoy some of the best nature that Monash has to offer through a fun, nature-based and light-paced walk through Jells Park.

Bring your camera or iPhone for some expert tips and tricks of the trade.

Tuesday 12 November, 10am-11am
Jells Park
915 Waverley Road, Glen Waverley
(Meet at our instructor and camera expert outside Madeline’s at Jells café)

Bookings: www.trybooking.com/CVVXT

Nature Walks around Monash - Huntingdale Wetlands

Head over to a little-known oasis at Huntingdale wetlands for another enjoyable, nature-based walk. Bring your family and friends for a light-paced stroll.

Tuesday 26 November, 10am-11am
Huntingdale Wetlands - Fairway Reserve
34-40 Forster Road, Mount Waverley
(Meet at Fairway Reserve Carpark)

Bookings: www.trybooking.com/CVXJK

Walking Group

Light-paced and light-hearted, join a guided social walking group to meet new people and increase physical activity.

Fridays, 9.15am
Monash Aquatic & Recreation Centre
626 Waverley Road, Glen Waverley

Bookings: www.trybooking.com/CAMSY

Movers

A friendly class specifically designed for those with a disability to help individuals move and exercise in a safe and fun environment.

Our new circuit classes held in our low-sensory studio at Oakleigh Recreation Centre are to be enjoyed by those living with a disability aged 16+.

These new classes offer numerous benefits with a focus on cardio, strength and balance training

Tuesdays, 10.30am
Thursdays, 11.35am
Saturdays, 10.30am

Oakleigh Recreation Centre
Studio 4
2A Park Rd, Oakleigh

Cost: $8.50 per person

For more info and to book: visit Movers or call 9265 4888. Walk-ins also welcome.

Dementia Friendly Group Class

A friendly class specifically designed for those with early-stage dementia to help individuals move and exercise in a safe and fun environment.

Led by experienced and qualified group exercise instructors, this class is engaging and fun. The class will work on improving functional strength, flexibility and cognitive stimulation.

Exercising helps to prevent falls and maintains healthy mind, body and spirit. Other positive effects include improved mood, sleep and quality of life.

Wednesdays, 11.30am
Oakleigh Recreation Centre (Studio 1)
2A Park Road

Cost: $8.50 per person or $76.50 for a 10-visit pass

To book: email activemonash@monash.vic.gov.au, call 9265 4888, or walk-ins are welcome.

More info: Dementia Friendly Group Class Active Monash

TeenFit Class

Calling all teens aged 12 and over!

Join us for a class designed with cardio and body-weight exercises which increase fitness, strength and endurance.

With the ability to try your first class FREE, our qualified trainers will deliver you a safe and fun program that is also a great introduction to the gym. Participation will also help to create healthy habits that set up a life-long love of exercise and movement. 

Thursdays, 4.40pm
Monash Aquatic and Recreation Centre
626 Waverley Road, Glen Waverley

Cost: $8.50 per class

Ages: Teens 12+

Bookings: Active Youth

Active Kids

A children’s fitness class (primary school-aged 6+) that focuses on developing fundamental motor skills in a fun-filled environment!

This class will get all children moving and making friends, including ball skills, running, jumping, body-weight exercises and more. We aim to make exercise fun and create healthy habits that help set up an active life.

Mondays, 4.40pm
Monash Aquatic and Recreation Centre
626 Waverley Road, Glen Waverley

Ages: 6+

Bookings: Active Youth

Sports Locker

Open the locker and get active!

Borrow sports equipment for FREE from Oakleigh, Mugrave and Glen Waverley libraries to use at nearby sports facilities.

Equipment available to borrow

• Oakleigh Library: soccer balls, AFL (Australian Rules) balls and frisbees
• Mulgrave Library: soccer balls, basketballs, AFL (Australian Rules) balls and frisbees
• Glen Waverley Library: table tennis (bats and balls)

Borrowing time: 4-hour limit

How to borrow: Simply leave a form of ID with the library branch, that you can collect when the equipment is returned and sanitised with wipes (provided). You'll also need to sign an agreement. Being a library member isn’t essential.

The Sports Locker program is available during library branch operating hours: Oakleigh Library, Mulgrave Library and Glen Waverley Library.

This program provides an opportunity for local families to ‘Participate Their Way’ by removing the cost of club membership, registration fees, uniforms and equipment, and utilising the libraries' systems to hire out sports equipment within Oakleigh, Mulgrave and Glen Waverley local areas.

Sports Clubs

Walking Football - Eastern Lions Soccer Club

Join our Walking Football Social program for people aged 50+ in a fun, social and safe environment. No prior experience is required to join.

Sessions focus on health, wellbeing and bringing our community together. Learn or improve your skills and fitness, then come together and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and chat.

Tuesdays 10.30am - 11.30am
Eastern Lions Soccer Club (Synthetic Pitch)
Sixth Ave, Burwood

Bookings: email Jimmy - jimmyrooney3@hotmail.com

Kelly Mini Sports

Why should big kids get all the fun?

Kelly Mini Sports offer classes for toddlers and preschoolers to learn the fundamental skills of basketball, cricket, footy, soccer, tennis and rugby.

Coaches instruct children and also teach parents and carers how to continue their sporting and dance education at home.

Tuesday mornings during school terms
Minis (1 - 2.5 years) 9.30am - 10.15am
Bigs (2.5 - 3.5 years) 10.20am - 11.05am
Giants (3.5 - 5 years) 10.20am - 11.05am

Oakleigh Recreation Centre
2 Park Road, Oakleigh

Cost: $24 per session (special offer: 2 trial classes for $45)

Ages: 1-5

Bookings: 
Online: kellyminisports.com.au
Email: enquiry@kellyminisports.com.au
Phone: 0403 908 854.

Walking Basketball

Why run when you can walk?

If you like basketball but not the pace and impact of a traditional basketball game, give the slower more social version of Walking Basketball a try.

No pressure - slam dunks not necessary!

Basketball Victoria's initiative offers a low-impact, social and enjoyable way for people of all ages, genders and abilities to stay fit in a non-competitive environment.

Following the session, socialise in the Club Room with free coffee and morning tea provided by Waverley Basketball Association.

Wednesdays, 10.30am - 11.15am
Waverley Basketball Association Stadium
Corner Batesford Road and Power Avenue, Chadstone

Cost: $5

Ages: 18+

Contact: seniors@waverleybasketball.com 

Women's Cricket at Ashwood Cricket Club

Calling all women to join Ashwood Cricket Club's pre-season women's cricket program!

Begin with social 'come and try' sessions and progress to skills and drills.

Whether you're a beginner or experienced player, everyone is welcome to give cricket a go and preview the 2024/2025 season.

Sundays, 10.30am

Essex Heights Reserve
2-20 Essex Road, Mount Waverley

Age Groups: Juniors (6-17 years) and Seniors (18 years and above)

Bookings: contact Oudom on 0413 512 199 or ashwoodccwomens@gmail.com

Learn to Lawn Bowl

Come and try lawn bowls for free with the friendly team at Glen Waverley Bowls Club.

This all-abilities, all-ages sport is easy to learn and offers a lifetime of enjoyment.

There's no cost and no obligation. Equipment is provided and a good time is assured.

Monday evenings- 4, 11, 18, 25 November
6pm-8pm

Glen Waverley Bowls Club
690 Waverley Road

Bookings: Glen Waverley Bowls Club

Pickleball Pop Up – Social Pay to Play

Come and try your hand at one of the most rapidly growing sports in Australia.

Active Monash will be hosting a paid Social Play event for everyone to enjoy. No prior playing experience is needed and beginners are welcome.

Equipment will be provided and staff will be on-site to assist participants who are new to the sport though a basic understanding of the game is required.

Wednesday 27 November
9.30am – 11.30am

Oakleigh Outdoor Recreation Centre
2A Park Rd, Oakleigh

Cost: Please note casual participation cost will be applied when registering at reception

When

Location

Various Locations across Monash