Active Outdoors September

Next date: Sunday, 01 September 2024 | 09:00 AM to Monday, 30 September 2024 | 05:00 PM

This month try yoga in the park, Outdoor Strong 4 Life, standing meditation, take a nature walk along Valley Reserve, or pickleball at Oakleigh Recreation Centre.

There's plenty more, see what else is on this month.

See activities listed under Monash Sports Clubs and Active Outdoor Recreation programs.

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 the school term
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.

Mayfield Tennis Club - Men's Social Tennis

Join us for a morning of weekly men’s social tennis hosted by Mayfield Park Tennis Club. Sessions are open to all males ages 14 and above.

Beginners and regular players welcome, no experience needed. These sessions are also wheelchair friendly.

Wednesdays, 9am - 11am
Mayfield Park Tennis Club
34-38 Mayfield Drive, Mount Waverley

Ages: Males 14+

Bookings: Contact Jodi 0430 891 350.

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

Walking Netball

If the speed and intensity of traditional netball isn't your jam but enjoy the more leisurely and sociable version of Walking Netball, this one's for you!

Walk this way and join us for a low-impact and enjoyable way to keep fit.

Walking Netball caters to people of all ages, genders and abilities and offers significant health benefits.

After the session, enjoy complimentary coffee and morning tea provided by Waverley Netball Centre.

Every Tuesday morning (not including school holidays)
10.30am-11.30am followed by morning tea

Waverley Netball Centre
Cnr Waverley and Jells Roads, Glen Waverley

Cost: $10

Ages: 18+

More info: www.waverleynetball.com.au/walking-netball

Active Outdoor Recreation

Yoga in the Park

Take a moment to find your balance, stretch your body, and enjoy the warmer weather with Yoga in the Park. 

Mondays, 1pm – 1.45pm
2 September
9 September
16 September
23 September

Holmesglen Reserve
27 Power Ave, Ashwood

Don’t forget to bring a yoga mat and water bottle.

Bookings: www.trybooking.com/CTQNR

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

Fitness Camp

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

Mondays, 10am - 10.45am
Princes Highway Reserve
1658 Dandenong Road, Oakleigh East

Bookings: www.trybooking.com/CRBEG

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 10 and 24 September, 12.45pm
1658 Dandenong Rd, Oakleigh East
Meet at the west pavilion next to the outdoor fitness equipment.

Bookings: www.trybooking.com/CAFXY

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 Waverley Park Fitness Hub. Enjoy the outdoors and experience a new reserve within Monash.

This session will work through a guided movement bodyweight outdoor gym circuit at your own pace. 

Monday 23 September, 10am - 10.45am
Waverley Park Fitness Hub
63 Cavenagh Blvd, Mulgrave

Bookings: www.trybooking.com/CRHKT

Outdoor Strong 4 Life

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

Thursdays, 5 and 19 September, 11.30am
Wellington Reserve
36-42 Mackie Road, Mulgrave

Bookings: www.trybooking.com/CAMDX

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

Nature Walks around Monash - Valley Reserve

Co-hosted with the Friends of Scotchmans Creek group, enjoy some of the best nature that Monash has to offer through a fun, nature-based and light-paced walk through Scotchmans Creek – all while meeting new people and increasing your physical activity!

Tuesday 13 and 27 August, 10am-11am
Valley Reserve
80 Waimarie Drive, Mount Waverley
Meet next to the amenities block at base of the car park

Bookings: www.trybooking.com/CUGDI

Free Come and Try Pickleball – Oakleigh Recreation Centre

Try your hand at one of the most rapidly growing sports in Australia.

Active Monash will be hosting a free come and try session for everyone to enjoy. No prior playing experience is needed, beginners welcome.

All equipment will be provided and staff will be on-site to assist participants who are new to the sport.

Monday 16 September, 10am-1pm
Oakleigh Recreation Centre (Stadium Court 5)
2A Park Road

Bookings:  www.trybooking.com/CTQKB

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.

When

Location

Various Locations across Monash