Marion, Mitcham and Holdfast Bay

Move It e-newsletter!

September 2022

Spring has finally sprung!

Join us this September and soak up the sunshine at one of our 3 Burn & Learn boot camps or Discovery Walks...

Move It for the little ones also continues at Mitchell Park with KinderGym every Tuesday!

Keep scrolling for more information or click here to book online now!

Move It September!

Burn & Learn (Outdoor Fitness Equipment)

This month, Burn & Learn will be showcasing the outdoor fitness equipment across the City of Marion at 3 locations. So join us for a boot camp session to Burn some calories & Learn how to best utilise the equipment!

Hugh Johnson Reserve - 11 Sep - Click here to book
Edwardstown Memorial Oval - 22 Sep - Click here to book
Scarborough Terrace Reserve - 24 Sep - Click here to book

Time: 10am

Cost: Gold Coin Donation

Move It (for the little ones) - KinderGym

Join us this September for a full month of Move It KinderGym every Tuesday at Mitchell Park!

In partnership with Gymnastics SA, the program is designed for children aged 2 - 5 to attend all 4 weeks with each session offering an extensive range of fundamental movement opportunities, helping children to develop their motor skills, coordination, and confidence.

When: Weekly Tuesday's 10am September 6 - 27.

Where: Mitchell Park Sports and Community Club Gym.

Cost: Gold coin donation.

Limited spots available, click here to book now

Discovery Walks - Winter Challenge:

We have a mix of Discovery walks this spring, from leisurely beach strolls in Holdfast Bay and city views at Marion's O'Halloran Hill, to uphill climbs discovering Mitcham's best kept secret...

Walk 1: O'Halloran Hill

Come and explore Marion's O'Halloran Hill this month... Hidden behind the new BMX facility on Majors Rd, you'll be surprised by the parks city and coastal views!

When: Monday 5 September 10am

Where: Meet in BMX car park on Majors Rd

Cost: Gold coin donation

Click here to book online now!

Walk 2: Minda Coastal Park

Join Environmental Officer Sam from Holdfast Bay as she takes us on a tour of Minda Coastal Park.

Discover the various indigenous plants that inhabit the area and how council is working with volunteers to protect the dune system.

When: Wednesday 14 September 10am

Where: Meet at John Miller Reserve

Cost: Gold coin donation

Click here to book online now!

Walk 3: Waite Conservation Reserve

Join us for one of Adelaide's best kept secrets at Waite Conservation Reserve. This walk will warm your legs up with a slow climb up to the peak. Along the way experience stunning views and a secret swing at the top of the trail!

5.5km walk with uphill and downhill sections
No dogs allowed in conservation park

When: Sunday 25 September 10am

Where: Parking available on Waite Rd by University of Adelaide Waite Campus

Cost: Gold coin donation

Click here to book online now!

Please BYO water bottle and appropriate weather gear. The Move It Coordinator will send out an email the day prior by 5pm confirming details and weather conditions for the walk.

For more information please email: gameon@marion.sa.gov.au or phone the Move It Coordinator on: 0466 840 973

Looking for after school activities?

Check out Marion's Vibrant Communities programs suitable for ages 5 - 18. They have a wide range of programs such as tennis, mountain biking and zumba (just to name a few...) to Come N' Try throughout the school semester!

For any questions, contact our Move It Coordinator, Brooke, who will happily help!

Call 0466 840 973 or email gameon@marion.sa.gov.au