Events & Activities
Programs & Activities
2012 Summer Leisure and Lifestyle Program
The City of Port Phillip is proud to present the FREE 2012 Leisure & Lifestyles Summer Program.
The following activities are designed to help you try something new, have fun, make friends and lead a healthier lifestyle.
Registrations are essential - limited places available!
Registration forms are available to download below. Please return registration forms ASAP as places for these programs are limited.
Please Note:
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You will be notified approximately 1 week before the scheduled activity is to begin via email to inform you whether your application has been successful or unsuccessful. Successful applications will be followed up with a confirmation letter.
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City of Port Phillip residents will have priority. Non residents of Port Phillip may apply but will be placed on the waiting list and will be called upon if positions in the program are available.
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Residents may apply for more than one activity but must select their preferred activity. Depending on popularity, residents may be allocated more than one activity if there are vacancies on the program.
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If you are sending your application via email, please send it as an attachment in either a PDF or word document format.
Nia Technique Dance and Movement - fusionique body mind
Nia is a group class movement program that blends a variety of east/west movement styles in a unique and fun hour long class. Suitable for males and females, a range of ages, most fitness levels and body types. Nia is easy to follow and embrace.
Students are guided in a safe and friendly way to move and dance to wide range of music styles, inspiring a unique experience each time. Nia not only delivers whole body fitness benefits, it also inspires an uplifting sense of joy and fun.
| Dates: | Wednesdays - from 1 February until 7 March 2012 |
| Time: | 7.00 pm to 8.00 pm |
| Venue: | Betty Day Community Centre, St Kilda |
| Cost: | FREE |
Beginner Triathlon - Tri Optimal Performance
The beginner triathlon course is a challenging, supportive and fun training program that is designed to help people who would like to compete in their first triathlon or find an alternative way to keep fit. This program is a unique six session training experience run by qualified triathlon coaches. It includes running, open water swimming, road cycling, transition/race practice and all the tips, tricks and advice needed to compete in and finish a triathlon.
| Dates: |
Mondays – from 16 January until 13 February Saturday - 18 February |
| Time: | 6.00 am - 7.00 am |
| Venue: | Various venues in Port Phillip. First session at Catani Gardens |
| Cost: | FREE |
Adult Learn to Sail - Yachting Victoria ** Places in this Activity are now full. We are happy to take waiting list requests.
This is an opportunity for people who have never experienced the healthy life skill of sailing. Facilitated by Yachting Australia accredited sailing instructors, successful applicants will receive a Get Into Small Boat Sailing Basic Skills 1 and 2 certificate upon completion.
| Dates: | Wednesdays - from 1 February until 21 March 2012 |
| Time: | 6.00 pm to 8.30 pm |
| Venue: | The Boat Shed, Albert Park Lake, Albert Park |
| Cost: | FREE |
Adult Learn to Sail Registration Form (Waiting List Request)
Earth Qi Gong for Women - Corporate Chillout
Earth Qi Gong for Women promotes women’s health in a natural and enjoyable way and is suitable for women of all ages.
Gentle, yet powerful, these exercises can ease pelvic congestion and relieve pain. They build strength, promote balance and good posture as they massage the pelvic area.
| Dates: | Wednesdays – from 1 February until 7 March 2012 |
| Time: | 9.30 am to 10.30 am |
| Venue: | Edwards Park, Port Melbourne |
| Cost: | FREE |
Earth Qi Gong for Women Registration Form
Beginner Cycling/Parents Guide to Cycling - Cycling Safe
Parents guide for child riding - parents or carers only
This program is not intended for children. In a two-part series, learn useful and important techniques to prepare your child for safe, independent and happy riding. Based on the Vic Road’s Bike Ed Assistant Instructor training. Participants will receive the recognised accreditation certificate upon completion.
| Dates: | Sundays - 15 and 22 January 2012 |
Learn to ride for beginners - suitable for 12 years +
Introducing bike riding to those who want to learn how to ride or build confidence to get back on a bike. The practical and theory based program is designed to give you the basics to the art of riding.
| Date: | Sunday - 29 January 2012 |
Defensive riding for experienced riders - suitable for 12 years +
Learn tactical and control skills to prevent crashes or collisions when riding in traffic. Participants will also learn how to recognise hazards and choose their appropriate route. Ideal for commuter or road riders
| Date: | Sunday - 5 February |
Info for all sessions:
| Time for all sessions: | 9.00 am to 1.00 pm |
| Venue: | Peanut Farm Reserve, St Kilda (basketball/netball court area) |
| Cost: | Free |
Parents Guide for Child Riding
Beginner Cycling Registration Form
Defensive Riding for Experienced Riders Registration Form
Kiteboarding - Kite Republic
Experience the excitement and surprising ease of kiteboarding in this 2 hour introductory session with St Kilda's premiere kite school. Guaranteed fun as you learn all the skills required to get you ready for the water!
Be caught up in the passion and excitement Kite Republic brings to this amazing sport. An amazing skill you will have for life and an opportunity to get outdoors doing something you’ll fall in love with.
| Dates: | Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays - from 9 January until 27 January |
| Time: | 10.00 am to 12.00 pm |
| Venue: | West Beach, St Kilda |
| Cost: | FREE |
| Note: | Participants may attend one session each |
Kiteboarding Registration Form
Standup Paddle - SUPhq
Find out why Stand UP Paddle Boarding is the fastest growing water sport in the world. St Kilda’s leading SUP school will teach you all the basics and make for an amazing time on the water. You will be effortlessly gliding across the water, getting fit and meeting plenty of new friends. Fingers crossed St Kilda’s penguins will join us on the day!
| Dates: | Tuesdays and Thursdays - from 10 January until 24 January |
| Time: | 10.00 am to 12.00 pm |
| Venue: | Pier Road, St Kilda |
| Cost: | FREE |
| Note: | Participants may attend one session each |
Standup Paddle Registration Form
Tai Chi - With Master Liu
Spread across various parks throughout the City of Port Phillip, the practice of tai chi promotes flexibility, balance and physical control while improving general health and wellbeing and reducing stress.
| Dates: | 30 January 2012 to 1 March 2012 |
| Time: | 6.45am to 7.45am |
| Venue: |
Mondays at Elwood Carnival Site, Elwood Tuesdays at St Kilda Botanic Gardens, St Kilda Wednesdays at St Vincent Gardens, Albert Park Thursdays at Edwards Park, Port Melbourne |
| Cost: | FREE |
Registration forms can be returned to:
The Sport and Recreation Team
Private Bag No. 3, St Kilda, Victoria, 3182
Email: helpsportandrec@portphillip.vic.gov.au
Fax: 9536 2724
More Information:
For more information or to share your ideas for future Leisure & Lifestyles activities, please contact Council’s Sport and Recreation Team on 9209 6776 or helpsportandrec@portphillip.vic.gov.au
Activities at The Kilbride Centre
The Kilbride Centre is a Not for Profit oganisation in the City of Port Phillip running many low cost programs for the community. Many of their programs cater to those in the community who under normal circumstances would not have access to these programs. Please download the flyers below for further informationFor additonal information, please contact the Kilbride Centre on 9690 1076 or email at contact@kilbridecentre.com.au
Ever Wanted to Learn to Row?
Or you rowed at school and would like to get back into rowing?Albert Park South Melbourne Rowing Club (APSM) located on Albert Park Lake are running Learn to Row courses.
To register for the course please or for more information, please contact contact the Damian Nenna, Head Coach at APSM on 04 1278 6825 or email: tre_35@hotmail.com
APSM: Aughtie Drive, Plant Williamson Rowing Pavilion, Albert Park Lake, (opposite MSAC)
