Active Winter July

Next date: Monday, 01 July 2024 | 09:00 AM to Wednesday, 31 July 2024 | 05:00 PM

It might be cold, but there are still plenty of fitness opportunities in July.

Try our roaming fitness camp, nature walk on the Damper Creek Trail, or Kelly mini sports for children.

See what else is on this month.

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Kelly Mini Sports

Why should big kids get all the fun!?

Kelly Mini Sports aims to teach toddlers and preschoolers the fundamental skills of basketball, cricket, footy, soccer, tennis and rugby. Their dedicated team of coaches is trained to instruct children in a friendly yet professional manner, while teaching parents and carers how to continue their sporting and dance education at home.

Tuesday mornings during the school term, time depending on age
Oakleigh Recreation Centre
2 Park Road, Oakleigh

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

Ages: 1–5-year-olds

Bookings: Online at kellyminisports.com.au, via email at enquiry@kellyminisports.com.au or phone 0403 908 854.

Nature Walks around Monash - Damper Creek Trail

Enjoy some of the best nature that Monash has to offer through a fun, nature-based and light-paced walk on the Damper Creek Trail – all while meeting new people and increasing your physical activity!

Every second Tuesday in July starting 2 July, 10am
Damper Creek Conservation Reserve (meet at playground)
38-50 Park Road, Mount Waverley

Bookings: www.trybooking.com/CSLTI

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

Walking Netball

Join for low impact, social and fun way to improve the levels of physical activity for all ages, genders, and abilities.

The program provides optimal health benefits to all who participate, including those who might be intimidated by the pace and impact of a traditional netball game but love the slower more social version of Walking Netball.

Following the session, participants are invited to socialise with free coffee and morning tea provided by Waverley Netball Centre.  When: Every Tuesday morning .

Tuesdays (not including school holidays)
10.30am -11.30am followed by morning tea
Waverley Netball Centre
Waverley Rd &, Jells Rd, Glen Waverley

Cost: $10

Ages: 18+

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

Walking Football - Eastern Lions Soccer Club

Be part of our Walking Football Social Program and enjoy playing in a friendly and safe setting.

Sessions are designed for people aged 50+. All are welcome, even if you've never played before.

Our focus is on well-being, health, and building connections.

Learn or improve your skills and fitness, then stay back, enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and a chat.

Every Tuesday morning
10.30am-11.30am
Eastern Lions Soccer Club (synthetic pitch)
Sixth Ave, Burwood

To book email Jimmy: jimmyrooney3@hotmail.com

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

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

The Walking Basketball program, a Basketball Victoria initiative, is a low-impact, social and fun way to improve the levels of physical activity for all ages, genders and abilities.

The program provides optimal health benefits to all who participate including those who might be intimidated by the pace and impact of a traditional basketball game but love the slower more social version of Walking Basketball.

Following the session, participants are invited to 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 

Active Abilities Small Group Training

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 new 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

Glen Waverley Pickleball

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

Pickleball is a combination of tennis, badminton and table tennis and Glen Waverley Bowls Club are now offering social play, court hire, and membership options.

No prior playing experience is needed, beginners welcome. All equipment will be provided by the club.

Glen Waverley Bowls Club are a friendly and supportive community of bowlers and pickleball players who share a passion for the sport and a spirit of camaraderie.

Where 
Glen Waverley Bowls Club, 690 Waverley Road, Glen Waverley.

Social play bookings 
www.glenwaverleybowlsclub.com/pickleball-booking-schedule

Court hire
www.glenwaverleybowlsclub.com/pickleball-court-hire

Membership
www.glenwaverleybowlsclub.com/membership

More info
Email mail@glenwaverleybowlsclub.com.au or call 9561 3227. 

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.

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 Galbally Reserve Fitness Hub. Enjoy the outdoors and experience a new Monash reserve.

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

Monday 22 July, 10am - 10.45am
Galbally Reserve 
19 Arthur Street, Hughesdale

Bookings: www.trybooking.com/CRWDW

When

Location

Various Locations across Monash