Seniors Festival 2026

Functional Movement Class

YMCA SPLASH in Leongatha

Join us for Functional Movement! 

This group fitness class focuses on enhancing strength, balance, and mobility for everyday movement. Ideal for anyone wanting to stay active and wanting to improve fitness.  

This activity runs every Tuesday and Thursday and is free for over 60s through October.

Booking required – Call 5662 5911 or book online https://sgsplash.ymca.org.au/fitness/group-fitness-timetable  

Living Strong by Boofiit

Baromi Centre, Mirboo North

Living Strong is a program designed to help older adults stay active, independent, confident and connected while enjoying the support of a friendly group environment. 

Join us for a holistic program combining information, movement and connection: 

• Strength and mobility training  
• Balance and falls prevention  
• Healthy ageing information  
• Cognitive and mental wellbeing  
• Social connection  

We’ll meet you at your level! 

Free trial class, then $10 per class - 5 packs for $39. 

Walk-ins welcome, and we’ll have a coffee and a chat afterwards. 

News and Views - U3A Mirboo North & District Inc.

Mirboo North Hotel

Bring along something you’d like to talk about – it could be something you’ve seen in the news – and this intellectual and curious group of people take turns to talk about about things that matter to them.  

This group meets without fear or favor – let's have interesting conversations in a safe, respectful and caring environment.

This activity is free and runs every Tuesday.

Registration required please call Cheryl 0402 207 272 

Fitter for Life

Leongatha Gymnastics Club

Fitter for Life Gymnastics is a fun fundamental movement program and social opportunity that aims to help you improve your mobility, strength, and coordination. The activities in our classes can be catered to you and your needs! 

• Become more physically active 
• Meet new people in a local and social environment 
• Return to physical activity in a safe, supported way 
• Improve your mobility in other sports and daily activities, including – Walking up and down stairs 
• Hanging out washing 
• Bending down or reaching up 
• Playing with grandchildren 

Free trial class, then $10 per class. This activity is held every Wednesday throughout October.

Walk-ins welcome OR register with following link https://leongathagymclub.weebly.com/adult--f4l.html  

Venus Bay Community Lunch

Venus Bay Community Centre

Enjoy a free community lunch at the Venus Bay Community Centre 

Walk in, bring a friend and have a enjoy a free lunch! 

Better Balance - U3A Mirboo North & District

Darlimurla Hall

When did falling over become 'having a fall'?  Do you worry about having a fall? We do and we want to do something about it.  Join us at U3A Mirboo North & District for weekly sessions to combat negative impacts of ageing. These are gentle exercises aimed at improving balance and confidence in ourselves. 

This is a free activity and registration is required for this activity, please call Cheryl on 0402 207 272 

Functional Movement Class

YMCA SPLASH in Leongatha

Join us for Functional Movement! This group fitness class focuses on enhancing strength, balance, and mobility for everyday movement. Ideal for anyone wanting to stay active and wanting to improve fitness. 

This activity runs every Tuesday and Thursday and is free for over 60s through October.

Bookings are required - call 5662 5911 or book online https://sgsplash.ymca.org.au/fitness/group-fitness-timetable  

Gentle Movers - hosted by Boofiit

Held at the Baromi Centre in Mirboo North

Come and try Gentle Movers with Boofiit - A low-impact class designed for over 65s, focusing on movements that support everyday activities. Improve balance, strength, flexibility, and overall mobility. 

This activity runs every Friday and is $15 per class.

Bookings are required - call 0438 989 077 or book online at https://boofiit.com.au/classes/  

Staying Behind the Wheel: Enhancing Your Driving Future - South Gippsland Shire Council

Foster Memorial Arts Centre

A practical workshop for older drivers, featuring engaging presentations from road safety, health, and driver assessment experts. Participants will gain valuable tips on safe driving, maintaining fitness to drive, using vehicle safety features, and planning for future mobility. The session aims to help older South Gippsland residents remain safe, confident, and independent on the road. 

Free to attend, no booking required, light refreshments provided.

Golden Bowls at Tarwin Lower Rec Reserve

A fun Bowling event (coaches on deck) which offers you an event incorporating, outdoors in the fresh air, bodily movement gathering together, sports and socialising.  

Held on Friday 2, 9, 16 and 23 October.

Walk-ins welcome, for questions or to register, call or message John Hutt on 0493 117 098.  

Transport from Venus Bay and Tarwin Lower to Leongatha and Koonwarra for their local farmers markets (or shopping in Leongatha) - bookings required, call 5663 7499 or book online at Humanitix under the event ‘Fresh Produce Market and Leongatha’.
Cost: $5 per person.

Also runs on Saturday 24 October.

Golf Clinic at Meeniyan

Meeniyan Golf Club

Ready to up your game? Come to a Golf Clinic with PGA Professional Trevor Hollingsworth, join us to build your golf skills with professional support and a welcoming atmosphere.

This skills clinic runs on Sundays 11, 18 and 25 October, come to one session or all. Cost is $10 per session.

Fun and Bowls at Loch

Loch Bowls Club

The Loch Bowls Club welcomes you to come down and have a fun afternoon of bowls. Whether you’re new, experienced or just a little rusty, this is a fun and social welcome to all atmosphere.  

This is a free activity - all abilities and skill levels welcome, and walk ins welcome.