April 2024
Cost: FREE
Gardening
We currently have groups working in our beautiful Railway Garden on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday mornings. The work is light and pleasant and is usually followed by a lovely morning tea.
There will be regular information sessions on gardening practices such as pruning, composting, propagation and planting.
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Cost: $13 for 1 session per week / $22 for 2 sessions per week
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!
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Cost: $15 / $12 per session
Monday Moves
This movement class is a fantastic way to start your week - it will nourish your mind and body and leave you feeling energised, grounded and positive. Using movement methods that include yoga, chi and somatic therapy, you will move, breathe and stretch to enjoyable music and leave with the promise of a smile on your face.
Teacher Lianne Metcalf has over 25 years of experience. Lianne is a qualified somatic therapist and yoga teacher and is currently doing her Masters in Creative Arts at Deakin University.
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Cost: $15 / $12 per session
Tai Chi – Beginners
Come and learn the basics of this ancient practice, which involves a series of slow gentle movements and physical postures, often described as "meditation in motion". Benefits of Tai Chi have been shown to include a positive effect on muscle strength, flexibility, balance and mental health.
Our experienced instructor, Jen, will guide you through the movements in a friendly, small group setting.
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Cost: FREE
500 Card Group
Fellow 500 players - come and join this friendly group! All levels welcome including the very experienced players to inexperienced players or players who haven’t played for awhile. We’ll get you on your way!
This group is for anyone interested in a fun couple of hours playing 500 and meeting new friends.
The aim of the couple of hours is to have a great time, meet new people, and to hopefully improve your game and memory skills. So if you’re a skilled player come along! But if not we’re happy to teach you the rules and techniques.
No need to bring a 'partner', singles welcome.
If you have any questions please contact Steph on: [email protected]
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Cost: $4 Donation
Knitting & 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.
Suitable for anyone with a basic to advanced knowledge of knitting or crochet techniques.
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Cost: $20 / $16 per session
Art 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.
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Cost: $160 for 8 weeks
Creative Writing (8 week course)
This Creative Writing class will be held on Tuesday afternoons from 1.30pm to 3pm and will be run by Princes Hill local Christine Croyden, playwright, author and lyricist (https://www.christinecroyden.com/).
You will develop the craft of writing for theatre or dramatize your own story, building the ability to use structure, style and narrative and exploring the ways in which character and dialogue support ideas. You will identify your voice and create original work that resonates with an audience.
Full syllabus can be emailed on request.
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Cost: $5
French Conversation – Intermediate
Extend your French vocabulary and conversation skills in this friendly group setting while enjoying a lovely French gouter (afternoon tea)! Suitable for intermediate level speakers.
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Cost: Contact tutor
Kids Karate – Intermediate
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!
To enrol, please contact Helen: [email protected] Find out more
Cost: $15 / $12 per session
Railway Ramblers Choir
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.
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Cost: Free
Folks 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.
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Cost: Bring-a-plate: Free / Guest Cook: $5
Food In Common
Enjoy socialising and connecting with others at our weekly community lunches. Friendly people, lively conversation, flavourful aromas and tastes, followed by an occasional game of cards or a walk in the garden, makes for a pleasant afternoon.
Whether it's 'bring-a-plate' for a shared community lunch, a meal prepared and cooked together with a guest cook, or a celebratory lunch for special days, we always enjoy a delicious spread.
Further information on upcoming lunches will be provided upon enrolment/inquiry.
For more info, email Lisa at: [email protected]
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Cost: FREE
Canasta Group
Fellow Canasta players or those wanting to learn! Come and join this friendly group! All levels welcome including the very experienced players to inexperienced players or players who haven’t played for awhile. We’ll get you on your way! This group is for anyone interested in a fun couple of hours playing Canasta and meeting new friends. The aim of the couple of hours is to have a great time, meet new people, and to hopefully improve your game and memory skills. So if you’re a skilled player come along! But if not we’re happy to teach you the rules and techniques. No need to bring a 'partner', singles welcome.
If you have any questions please contact Beverley on 0428 215 386.
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Cost: $5
French Conversation – Beginners
Would you like to improve your French? Join this friendly and informal class and practice and extend your beginning French conversational skills with Genevieve while enjoying a lovely French gouter (afternoon tea)!
Suitable for beginner level speakers.
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Cost: $15 / $12 per session
Tai Chi – Continuing
This class is for participants who have attended our Beginners Tai Chi program, or people with some previous Tai Chi experience.
Build on your practice in our calm and welcoming environment.
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Cost: $20 / term
Drop-In Table Tennis
Join a small group of keen social table tennis players for friendly but competitive games. Great for coordination and agility!
These 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.
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Cost: $15 / $12 per session
Pilates for Beginners
The perfect introduction to mat Pilates for the beginner, this course is suitable for those over 50 and people new to exercise. Pilates is great for total body conditioning, increasing core stability, correcting muscle imbalances, improving posture, and promoting functional movement, coordination, and balance. We use gravity for resistance in all the exercise. BYO yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing.
*Please note this class is not suitable for people who have difficulty getting down or up from the floor.
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Cost: $15 / $12 per session
Chair Pilates
Are you interested in Pilates but find it difficult to get down on the floor?
If so, you might be interested in trying Chair Pilates! Pilates is great for total body conditioning, increasing core stability, correcting muscle imbalances, improving posture, and promoting functional movement, coordination, and balance.
Our friendly instructor Cally will guide you safely through all of the movements.
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May 2024
Cost: Varies - usually between $5 & $12
Community Bus Trips
Spend a half 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 minibus 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.
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