October 2021
Women’s Exercise
Join personal trainer Jen for small group training sessions for women of all ages and fitness levels. Have fun and make new friends as you build up your fitness and strength with other women in a peaceful and private environment. Participants work at their own pace and comfort level using dumbbells, body weight, thera-bands, skipping ropes and mats - with Jen providing support and encouragement along the way!
Find out moreTai Chi For Health
Tai Chi has myriad health benefits for the mind and body and can be easily learnt. Come and learn Tai Chi in a friendly and welcoming environment and you’ll soon be feeling the benefits.
Find out moreTable Tennis – Advanced
Join a small group of keen social table tennis players in our spacious Main Room for a friendly but competitive games. Great for coordination and agility! These advanced sessions will suit people who have some playing experience and would like a bit of a challenge. The group size can grow to 6 + so willingness to play doubles and take turns is essential. (Beginners - please see Wednesday session.)
Find out moreKarate – Beginner (Fridays)
Karate is a fun and challenging activity that will provide your child with practical skills that will empower them throughout their entire life and build their physical and mental health. in In small and supportive classes, Sensei Helen will guide your child through the stages of this ancient discipline.
Find out moreKarate – Intermediate (Fridays)
Karate is a fun and challenging activity that will provide your child with practical skills that will empower them throughout their entire life and build their physical and mental health. Karate can help improve discipline, self-control, confidence, attention span and self esteem, while instilling peace and calm. Plus, it's FUN!
Find out moreNovember 2021
Community Bus Trip
Spend a day visiting places of interest in and around Melbourne, from country towns to beautiful parks and marine sanctuaries. Let our friendly driver transport you in a comfortable 24-seater bus and enjoy a chat with other members of the group. Bring your own lunch or treat yourself to something from a local cafe! Please contact the office for cost & bookings.
Find out moreEnglish Conversation
Join a small group for friendly and informal weekly English conversation. Our experienced tutor will lead conversations about the group's’ lives and interests, what’s in the news, both local and broader, and anything else that people want to talk about. The tutor will take care to keep / make the conversation easy enough for everyone to follow, but also help to improve / work at improving everyone’s abilities. Enjoyment and success are the goals!
Find out moreInclusive (Chair) Yoga
Inclusive Yoga welcomes people who may find joining a regular yoga class difficult and can be a useful compliment to one’s ongoing medical care. This is a gentle Hatha Yoga class for people experiencing chronic pain, disability, anxiety and other health issues. You'll be in the gentle care of experienced instructor Simone Litchfield as you take part in this supportive, physical and mindful practice which can be done seated in a chair.
Find out moreKids Club
Facilitated by experienced volunteers, Kids Club is suited to primary school children who need a bit of extra support. The children have lots of fun together as they engage in a variety of activities, from gardening to craft to reading and games. Please contact the office if you think this program may be right for your child.
Find out moreKarate – Advanced (Mondays)
Karate is a fun and challenging activity that will provide your child with practical skills that will empower them throughout their entire life and build their physical and mental health. in In small and supportive classes, Sensei Helen will guide your child through the stages of this ancient discipline.
Find out moreKnitting & Crochet Circle
If you love to knit or crochet, join this vibrant and friendly group and extend your existing skills, learn new ones, and exchange patterns and ideas.
Find out moreArt Class
This friendly art class offers the opportunity to explore your artistic talent whether you are yet to discover that talent or you are an experienced artist. Led by an encouraging art teacher, you will enjoy experimenting with a variety of art forms in a relaxed environment. Held in our sunny, light filled Pavilion overlooking the Railway Garden.
Find out moreComedy Skool
Led by comedian Andy Lewis, Comedy Skool is a weekly workshop that explores the use of comedy to uncover the realities of mental health in our community. Comedy Skool offers a safe, secure space for people to explore their creativity, to have an opportunity to feel good and to learn how to "find the funny," particularly if you are living with mental illness or you know someone who is.
Find out moreKarate – Intermediate (Tuesdays)
Karate is a fun and challenging activity that will provide your child with practical skills that will empower them throughout their entire life and build their physical and mental health. Karate can help improve discipline, self-control, confidence, attention span and self esteem, while instilling peace and calm. Plus, it’s FUN!
Find out moreHavana Palava Street Band
Musicians interested in playing street music are welcome to come along and join this vibrant and energetic street band of brass, saxophones and percussion. The band performs at festivals in and around Melbourne and is always keen for new players. For more information visit https://havanapalava.com or http://www.facebook.com/HavanaPalava Contact: Oli Hinton at [email protected]
Find out moreCommunity Choir
Singing brings joy to many people – but did you know that singing can also lead to incredible benefits to your physical, emotional, and social health? This welcoming and inclusive singing group covers a range of styles from popular and traditional to music from other cultures. Learn from an experienced teacher who will challenge you to sing in harmony and explore rhythm and multitasking in a fun and dynamic way! Suitable for all levels of experience and confidence, the warmth and camaraderie of this group is infectious.
Find out moreFolks on Spokes Cycling Group
Whatever your level of fitness or experience riding a bike, if you’re interested in joining a social cycling group, we want to meet you! We meet every Wednesday at Railway House and go off to explore the various bike tracks and trails around the local area. With a coffee stop along the way to recharge, we always have an enjoyable morning.
Find out moreCooking Classes
Learn how to cook delicious, healthy and affordable meals using seasonal, readily available ingredients with our fabulous cooking instructor, Maddy. Don an apron and join in the preparation, or just watch & chat if you prefer. Then - sit down to enjoy the fruits of your labour. Everyone receives a copy of the recipes to try at home!
Find out moreSewing for Beginners
Join Meagan for a fun and supportive sewing class that will introduce you to all the basics or help you build on existing beginning skills. All materials plus sewing machines provided, or feel free to bring a project you're working on.
Find out moreTable Tennis – Beginner
Join a small group of social table tennis players in our spacious Main Room for a weekly session of friendly games. Great for coordination and agility! This session will suit people who have limited experience and would like to develop their game.
Find out moreHomebrew Men’s Choir
Join a bunch of blokes who sing to celebrate life! Whether you're a learner or a more accomplished singer, you'll be warmly welcomed by this harmonious, fun-loving group. Contact Jeff Atkinson on 9381 4505 or [email protected] for more information.
Find out moreRailway Readers Book Club
Love reading? Join our the Railway House Book Club and meet others who share your passion for a good book! Engage in some lively discussion about what you liked and disliked about the title and perhaps share some afternoon tea. We meet on the last Wednesday of the month in the sunny Pavilion; suggested reading list and books provided by Carlton Library.
Find out moreCommunity Lunch
Bring a plate to share and get to know other people in your neighbourhood. Cakes and pastries for dessert courtesy of Sugardough Bakery! Friendly people, lively conversation and a game of cards afterwards makes for a pleasant afternoon.
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