Activities for over 55s

A whole body gentle conditioning workout to improve overall strength, particularly the core muscles. Aquacise is a water based class that is suitable for all levels. Due to the in-water nature of the class, this class reduces bodyweight and allows participants to complete movements in water that they wouldn’t necessarily be able to do on land. Runs on all weekdays as well as Sundays, see the Ashburton Pool and Recreation Centre website for times and more information.

BODYBALANCE® is the Yoga, Tai Chi, Pilates workout that builds flexibility and strength and leaves you feeling centred and calm. Runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays, times may vary - see the Ashburton Pool and Recreation Centre website for details. Cost: see the Ashburton Pool and Recreation Centre website.

BODYBALANCE® is the Yoga, Tai Chi, Pilates workout that builds flexibility and strength and leaves you feeling centred and calm. Runs from 10:30 am to 11:30 am on Tuesdays and Sundays.

Croquet and gateball are games are played by all genders and ages, using mallets to hit balls through hoops on a grass court. Skills and strategies develop over time, and the club offers four codes to suit social and competitive play. Games are available every day of the week. Try it out with 3 free training sessions. We supply all equipment and training needed. Flat-soled shoes required. After your 3 free sessions, there is a membership fee of $150 per year (our year begins in July - if you join later you will be charged pro rata) and a greens fee of $4 for each day of play.

Tennis club with coaching, competition and casual play.

As a Boroondara library member, you have free access to a wide variety of films and music through streaming services. This allows you to play movies and songs on a phone, tablet, computer, or television screen using a casting service or HDMI cable. If you're not already a member of the Boroondara Library Service you can join online.

Deutscher Seniorenclub: Deutschsprachige Senioren treffen sich zum Mittagessen, Bingo, Kino, Gastsprecher, Kurzgeschichten und Gedichtlesungen. Es gibt deutsche Volkslieder, Geburtstags- und Weihnachtsfeiern und Besuche von Ausstellungen, Sehenswürdigkeiten, Restaurants sowie Busreisen.

German speaking seniors get together for lunch, bingo, movies, guest speakers, short stories and poem readings. German folk singing, birthday and Christmas celebrations. Visits to exhibitions, places of interest, restaurants and bus trips. Every Sunday from 11 am to 1 pm. Every second Tuesday from 10 am to 3 pm. Cost: please contact the club for details.

Enjoy a warm welcome from the Golden Friendship Group, who gather weekly for a hot 3-course lunch, fun, games, education sessions, concerts, guest speakers and the celebration of special events. Costs and times vary – get in touch for more information.