To celebrate Women’s Health Week, we’re inviting women across Boroondara to join us at free events that inspire healthy habits for both body and mind.
Women’s Health Week, 2 to 6 September, is a nationwide campaign led by Jean Hailes. It is Australia’s largest event dedicated to the health and wellbeing of all women, girls and gender-diverse people.
Get active, try a new activity and learn some tips to help prioritise your health and wellbeing.
Women of all ages are invited to join these free activities:
- Tai Chi in the park – Monday 2 September, 11 am at Victoria Park in Kew
- Pilates in the park – Wednesday 4 September, 2 pm at Markham Reserve in Ashburton
- Understanding our body’s stress response (a Boroondara Wellbeing conversation) – Thursday 5 September, 7 pm at Hawthorn Library
- Women’s strength training workshop – Friday 6 September, 11:30 am at Balwyn Library.
Boroondara Youth is also hosting 2 free events for women aged 16 to 25:
- A free spin class – Tuesday 3 September, 4:30 pm at Hawthorn Aquatic and Leisure Centre
- A free nutrition class – Thursday 5 September, 4 pm at Boroondara Youth Hub.
Registrations are essential for these events using the event links below.
Get involved
Tai Chi in the park
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Wellbeing Conversations: Understanding our body's stress response
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Throughout the year, you can get involved in a range of activities across Boroondara that support health, wellbeing, a sense of belonging and connection.
Here are some local options to get you started:
- Find new activities at your local neighbourhood houses and community centres
- Get active at your local leisure centres and pools
- Search for volunteering opportunities near you
- Come along to the next come and try sessions at the Seniors Exercise Park at Victoria Park in Kew.
- Join a youth program with Boroondara Youth.