As part of Seniors Festival 2025, Hawthorn Aquatic and Leisure Centre (HALC), Ashburton Pool and Recreation Centre (APARC), Boroondara Sports Complex (BSC), and Camberwell Library are hosting a series of free, social, and movement-focused activities to celebrate our senior community.
All events are designed to promote health, wellbeing, and connection — with a warm welcome to regulars and newcomers alike.
For more information and to book programs and activities please see the event details below.
Event details
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Hawthorn Aquatic and Leisure Centre (HALC)
Chair Fit Fusion
Date: Thursday 9 October 2025
Time: 12:15pm – 1:15pm
Description: A one-time special class blending gentle chair yoga with light strength training. Guided stretches, optional standing balance work, and easy weight exercises designed for all mobility levels. No prior experience needed.
Cost: Free
Afternoon Tea
Date: Thursday 9 October 2025
Time: 1:15pm – 2:00pm
Description: Join us for a relaxed afternoon tea in the café area after Chair Fit Fusion. Enjoy a cuppa, light refreshments, and great company. Coffee available for purchase.
Cost: Free (coffee additional)
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Boroondara Sports Complex (BSC)
Pryme Gymnastics
Date: Wednesday 15 October 2025
Time: 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Description: A fun, gymnastics-based session for older adults focusing on mobility, strength, balance, and coordination for everyday activities. Suitable for all ability levels, with an emphasis on enjoyment and movement.
Cost: Free
Afternoon Tea
Date: Wednesday 15 October 2025
Time: 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Description: Relax and connect over tea and light snacks in the café after the session. Meet new people or catch up with old friends. Coffee available for purchase.
Cost: Free (coffee additional)
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Ashburton Pool and Recreation Centre (APARC)
Active Movers
Date: Wednesday 22 October 2025
Time: 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Description: A safe and supportive class designed for older adults to improve basic strength, fitness, and balance in a friendly group environment.
Cost: Free
Afternoon Tea
Date: Wednesday 22 October 2025
Time: 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Description: Relax and connect over tea and light snacks in the café after Active Movers. Meet new people or catch up with old friends. Coffee available for purchase.
Cost: Free (coffee additional)
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Camberwell Library
Falls Prevention Session
Date: Tuesday 28 October 2025
Time: 2:00pm
Description: A practical, interactive workshop exploring movements and strategies to prevent falls and improve mobility.
Topics include:
- Staying active to remain physically and mentally strong
- Building muscle strength, balance, and core stability
- Safe ways to get up from a chair or the floor
- Improving mobility and functional reach
- Recognising personal risk factors and health conditions
- Considering the role of medications, lighting, and vision
- Boosting motivation by choosing enjoyable activities
- Suitable for all fitness levels; no prior experience needed.
Cost: Free