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Helping Hoops basketball program
Organiser: Merri-bek Youth
Free basketball sessions for girls and women* 10+ . To join please contact Renee Cla on 0407 201 868 or renee@helpinghoops.com.au.Helping Hoops Power is a basketball program for girls and young women! 🏀 🏀 🏀What:It's a fun way to learn skills and play basketball - no experience needed!Power is where girls feel a sense of belonging and are challenged and...
Free Trial Class: Robotics & Coding for Kids
Organiser: Aerobotics Global
Give your child the opportunity to explore robotics and coding through a fun, interactive trial class that encourages learning and creativity. In this free session, kids will: Explore basic robotics concepts Get an introduction to coding and problem-solving Discover how circuits, sensors, and motors work together How to Join Register for your free trial online. Receive a confirmation email with...
Summer Open Day - Cook + Phillip Park Pool
Organiser: Belgravia Leisure
Celebrate the arrival of summer at Sydney's pools on Saturday 7 December, with free entry into Cook + Phillip Park Pool all day!We have an exciting line-up of activities and events planned, including:*Fun-filled activities for kids and families*Meet with local healthcare providers*Free swim assessments for kids*Of course, giveaways and prizes!!
Summer Open Day - Camperdown
Organiser: Belgravia Leisure
Celebrate the arrival of summer at Sydney's pools on Saturday 7 December, with free entry into Victoria Park Pool all day!We have an exciting line-up of activities and events planned, including:*Fun-filled activities for kids and families*Meet with local healthcare providers*Free swim assessments for kids*Of course, giveaways and prizes!!
Summer Open Day - Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre
Organiser: Belgravia Leisure
Celebrate the arrival of summer at Sydney's pools on Saturday 7 December, with free entry into Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre all day!We have an exciting line-up of activities and events planned, including:*Fun-filled activities for kids and families*Meet with local healthcare providers*Free swim assessments for kids*Of course, giveaways and prizes!!
Summer Open Day - Prince Alfred Park Pool
Organiser: Belgravia Leisure
Celebrate the arrival of summer with us on Saturday 7 December, with free entry into Prince Alfred Park Pool!We have an exciting line-up of activities and events planned, including:*Fun-filled activities for kids and families*Meet with local healthcare providers*Free swim assessments for kids*Of course, giveaways and prizes!!
Summer Open Day - Gunyama Park Aquatic and Recreation Centre
Organiser: Belgravia Leisure
Celebrate the arrival of summer with us on Saturday 7 December, with free entry into Gunyama Park Aquatic and Recreation Centre!We have an exciting line-up of activities and events planned, including:*Fun-filled activities for kids and families*Meet with local healthcare providers*Free swim assessments for kids*Of course, giveaways and prizes!!
The Hallora Marathon
Organiser: the hallora marathon festival
The Hallora Marathon is a great social event for everyone and families are most welcome to join in on this fun run/walk/bike ride. There are two main goals of this event, one is to raise funds for Peter Mac and two is to promote physical activity and community engagement. Run, Walk Or Cycle: Your Choice The Walk and Cycle Events...
The Hallora Marathon
Organiser: The Hallora Marathon
The Hallora Marathon is a great social event for everyone and families are most welcome to join in on this fun run/walk/bike ride.There are two main goals of this event, one is to raise funds for Peter Mac and two is to promote physical activity and community engagement.Run, Walk Or Cycle: Your ChoiceChoose Your Distance42.2km24km16km8km5kmKids Dash (approx 300m)The Hallora Marathon...
BMX skills sessions - Free Event
Organiser: Cycling Brisbane
Tuesday, December 10, 2024, 10 – 11am Open BMX skills session.Suitable for all ability levels, this session will build your confidence and provide tips and tricks on how to ride safely and have fun at your BMX park.Must bring a safe and suitable bike (BMX or mountain bike), helmet and closed in footwear.Presented as part of Council’s Cycling Brisbane program. Venue: Bracken Ridge...
BMX skills sessions - Free Event
Organiser: Cycling Brisbane
Tuesday, December 10, 2024, 11:15am – 12:15pm Open BMX skills session.Suitable for all ability levels, this session will build your confidence and provide tips and tricks on how to ride safely and have fun at your BMX park.Must bring a safe and suitable bike (BMX or mountain bike), helmet and closed in footwear.Presented as part of Council’s Cycling Brisbane program. Venue: Bracken Ridge...
Hamilton via Breakfast Creek - Free Event
Organiser: Cycling Brisbane
Wednesday, December 11, 2024, 8 – 11am Take in the city's industrial past as you ride past the CSR refinery and multiple woolstores on your way through Teneriffe. Your chance to ride across the new Breakfast Creek Green Bridge, pausing to admire beautiful Newstead House. Enjoy the extended Lores Bonney Riverwalk through to Hamilton, then a small stretch of on-road riding to...
Wheely Fun - Free Event
Organiser: Cycling Brisbane
Thursday, December 12, 2024, 8 – 9am Riding's more fun on two wheels - in just one session our friendly trainer will help your young one make the transition from training wheels or balance bikes to two wheels, and provide some tips for how you can keep encouraging them.Presented as part of Council’s Cycling Brisbane program. Venue: Alfred & Lucina Best Park, The...
Wheely Fun - Free Event
Organiser: Cycling Brisbane
Thursday, December 12, 2024, 9 – 10am Riding's more fun on two wheels - in just one session our friendly trainer will help your young one make the transition from training wheels or balance bikes to two wheels, and provide some tips for how you can keep encouraging them.Presented as part of Council’s Cycling Brisbane program. Venue: Alfred & Lucina Best Park, The...
Wheely Fun - Free Event
Organiser: Cycling Brisbane
Thursday, December 12, 2024, 9 – 10am Riding's more fun on two wheels - in just one session our friendly trainer will help your young one make the transition from training wheels or balance bikes to two wheels, and provide some tips for how you can keep encouraging them.Presented as part of Council’s Cycling Brisbane program. Venue: Alfred & Lucina Best Park, The...
Junior bike riding skills - Free Event
Organiser: Cycling Brisbane
Thursday, December 12, 2024, 10 – 11:30am This course is suitable for young riders who can ride confidently on two wheels. Through riding-based games and fun activities your child will learn the skills needed to have fun off-road and on the bikeways.Presented as part of Council’s Cycling Brisbane program. Venue: Alfred & Lucina Best Park, The Gap Venue address: Alfred & Lucina Best Park,...
Wheely Fun - Free Event
Organiser: Cycling Brisbane
Saturday, December 14, 2024, 8:30 – 9:30am Riding's more fun on two wheels - in just one session our friendly trainer will help your young one make the transition from training wheels to two wheels, and provide some tips for how you can keep encouraging them.Presented as part of Council’s Cycling Brisbane program. Venue: Carindale Recreation Reserve, Carindale Venue address: Carindale Recreation Reserve, 27...
Wheely Fun - Free Event
Organiser: Cycling Brisbane
Saturday, December 14, 2024, 9:30 – 10:30am Riding's more fun on two wheels - in just one session our friendly trainer will help your young one make the transition from training wheels to two wheels, and provide some tips for how you can keep encouraging them.Presented as part of Council’s Cycling Brisbane program. Venue: Carindale Recreation Reserve, Carindale Venue address: Carindale Recreation Reserve, 27...
Junior bike riding skills - Free Event
Organiser: Cycling Brisbane
Saturday, December 14, 2024, 10:30am – 12pm This course is suitable for young riders who can ride confidently on two wheels. Through riding-based games and fun activities your child will learn the skills needed to have fun off-road and on the bikeways.Presented as part of Council’s Cycling Brisbane program. Venue: Carindale Recreation Reserve, Carindale Venue address: Carindale Recreation Reserve, 27 Cadogan Street, Carindale Parent...
Carman's Fun Run
Organiser: Sole Motive
Carman's Fun Run is returning in 2025 and will once again be partnering with Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) and Carman's Kitchen to bring you a fulfilling and rewarding day filled with fun!Join us and challenge yourself to a half marathon, 10K, or a 5K and set new personal best's, smash your goals and experience the unforgettable race day vibes...
Run the Rock
Organiser: Sole Motive
Run the Rock is held at the stunning Hanging Rock in Victoria’s beautiful Macedon Ranges.A short drive from Woodend and Mount Macedon, and only one hour from Melbourne’s CBD, there’s a distance for everyone with a Half Marathon (22K), 13.5K, 5K or 2K Kids.With spectacular views and native wildlife, you get to experience running on trails, paths and roads including...
The Canberra Times Marathon Festival
Organiser: Sole Motive
Experience the oldest city marathon in Australia at The Canberra Times Marathon Festival on 13 April 2025. This prestigious event offers five different distances that each showcase the scenery of Australia's Capital City.Choose from the AIMS certified Marathon, Half Marathon, and 10K courses, or the 5.4K and Kids' 2K fun run. All races start near Old Parliament House and allow...
Run the Tan 2025
Organiser: RUN THE TAN
The Run The Tan annual showcase charity event is back on 27 April 2025 at the iconic Tan Track in Melbourne.There will be 5 key race events - a public fun run event open to everyone and 4 feature events with top elite athletes, celebrities challenge, emergency service workers and battle of the schools all trying to beat the record...
2025 Sunshine Coast Kokoda Challenge
Organiser: Kokoda Youth Foundation
The Kokoda Challenge Sunshine Coast returns to Kenilworth with 18, 30 and 48 kilometre endurance events that take you on a scenic adventure through the mountainous Imbil State Forest. This isn't just an event; it's a test of your grit and determination. The challenging and rugged course includes steep inclines, treacherous mud, and challenging creek crossings, to pay tribute to...
2025 Brisbane Kokoda Challenge
Organiser: Kokoda Youth Foundation
The Kokoda Challenge is back in Brisbane for another year of life-changing adventure through the beautiful D'Aguilar National Park!Starting from Brookfield, just a 30-minute drive from the CBD, teams will tackle 18, 30 or 48km distances, testing their limits and push their own physical and mental endurance. But that’s not all; teams will also raise funds for the Kokoda Youth...
Run Melbourne
Organiser: Sole Motive
Join Melbourne’s largest winter running event in 2025, where over 25,000 runners will embrace the thrill of running through the city’s closed streets and iconic landmarks. Run Melbourne is your chance to chase your next personal best while being celebrated at the epic finish line at Melbourne Park Oval.
2025 Gold Coast Kokoda Challenge
Organiser: Kokoda Youth Foundation
Tackle the Kokoda Challenge on Saturday July 19, and test your physical and mental resilience by walking through the Gold Coast Hinterland over a distance of 30km, 48km, or 96km. The Kokoda Challenge is Australia’s toughest team endurance event and is not for the faint-hearted.With over 4,000 meters of elevation and 39 hours of trekking through the day and night,...
Cycling Brisbane - FREE workshops and events
Cycling Brisbane believes that it’s not enough to simply tell people to ride; we provide hundreds of workshops every year throughout the city to support you to learn by doing. Our workshops are run by qualified instructors who teach everything from safer techniques for riding on the road through to mountain biking and riding with kids. It’s a great way...
Free Learn to Kayak Lesson
Start your paddling experience safely and comfortably with a Free Three Hour Paddling Session from Sydney Harbour Kayaks' Professional Paddling Staff. The Intro to Kayaking lesson is our simplest introductory course, where we will focus on establishing the basic concepts that will allow you to be self-sufficient and efficient in your paddling....
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Cardio Tennis @ All Hallows' School (Brisbane)
Looking to inject some energy into your fitness routine? Want to improve your tennis skills while breaking a sweat? Come and give Cardio Tennis a try!
What is Cardio Tennis?
Cardio Tennis is the dynamic fusion of tennis drills, cardiovascular exercise, and upbeat music, designed to get your heart pumping and your skills improving. It's the perfect blend of fitness and fun, suitable for adults of all ages and abilities.
Tailored to Your Needs
Everyone has different fitness levels and tennis skills. That's why Tennis Australia coaches offer...
Cardio Tennis @ Anglican Church Grammar School
Looking to inject some energy into your fitness routine? Want to improve your tennis skills while breaking a sweat? Come and give Cardio Tennis a try!
What is Cardio Tennis?
Cardio Tennis is the dynamic fusion of tennis drills, cardiovascular exercise, and upbeat music, designed to get your heart pumping and your skills improving. It's the perfect blend of fitness and fun, suitable for adults of all ages and abilities.
Tailored to Your Needs
Everyone has different fitness levels and tennis skills. That's why Tennis Australia coaches offer...
Cardio Tennis @ Wynnum Tennis Association Inc
Looking to inject some energy into your fitness routine? Want to improve your tennis skills while breaking a sweat? Come and give Cardio Tennis a try!
What is Cardio Tennis?
Cardio Tennis is the dynamic fusion of tennis drills, cardiovascular exercise, and upbeat music, designed to get your heart pumping and your skills improving. It's the perfect blend of fitness and fun, suitable for adults of all ages and abilities.
Tailored to Your Needs
Everyone has different fitness levels and tennis skills. That's why Tennis Australia coaches offer...
Cardio Tennis @ Iona College (Lindum)
Looking to inject some energy into your fitness routine? Want to improve your tennis skills while breaking a sweat? Come and give Cardio Tennis a try!
What is Cardio Tennis?
Cardio Tennis is the dynamic fusion of tennis drills, cardiovascular exercise, and upbeat music, designed to get your heart pumping and your skills improving. It's the perfect blend of fitness and fun, suitable for adults of all ages and abilities.
Tailored to Your Needs
Everyone has different fitness levels and tennis skills. That's why Tennis Australia coaches offer...
Cardio Tennis @ San Sisto College (Carina)
Looking to inject some energy into your fitness routine? Want to improve your tennis skills while breaking a sweat? Come and give Cardio Tennis a try!
What is Cardio Tennis?
Cardio Tennis is the dynamic fusion of tennis drills, cardiovascular exercise, and upbeat music, designed to get your heart pumping and your skills improving. It's the perfect blend of fitness and fun, suitable for adults of all ages and abilities.
Tailored to Your Needs
Everyone has different fitness levels and tennis skills. That's why Tennis Australia coaches offer...
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Family & Kids in Australia
There are a variety of family events that are run by government, councils, non-profits, and other associations to encourage physical activity. These events can include things like organized runs or walks, bike rides, hiking events, or other outdoor activities that promote exercise and physical activity. Some examples of specific events that might be held include:
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Fun runs or walk-a-thons: These events typically involve a short race or walk that is open to people of all ages and abilities. They are often organized as fundraisers for charitable causes and can include a variety of different distances and routes to suit different participants.
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Bike rides: These events can range from casual group rides to more organized events, such as charity bike rides or endurance challenges.
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Hiking events: Some organizations may organize guided hikes or backpacking trips for families, with the goal of getting people outdoors and active in nature.
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Parks and recreation events: Government and local councils might organize events in public parks, such as fitness classes, family sports games, and other activities.
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Community festivals and fairs: Many communities host events that include physical activities such as sports tournaments, fitness demonstrations, and other activities that encourage people to be active.
These events are usually open to all ages and abilities, and provide a great opportunity for families to spend time together while getting active and healthy.