Marion, Mitcham and Holdfast Bay!

Move It e-newsletter!

February 2022

The wait is over....welcome to the first Move It newsletter of 2022!

This newsletter will be sent out monthly to let you know about upcoming Move It programs, events and opportunities to be active locally in 2022.

We are pleased to announce our first programs for the year which will start in March across three Council areas - the Cities of Marion, Mitcham and Holdfast Bay. These first programs include:

Discovery walks - featuring coastal and hidden gully walks
Tai Chi Among the Trees
PT by the Sea
Outdoor Fitness for Over 50's
Nature Wellness Experience

Read on below to find out more about each new activity. And remember to follow the Physical Activity Guidelines by getting 30 minutes of activity or more per day and reducing sedentary behaviors! Scroll down for more information on times, dates and locations or click here to book online now!

Introducing Brooke

A warm welcome to our new Game On Program Coordinator, Brooke McBrearty! Brooke is an Accredited Exercise Scientist who joins us from the City Of Unley's Social and Wellbeing Program for over 65's, where they similarly ran physical activity programs such as Tai Chi and walking groups! Here are a few words from Brooke.

"I'm really looking forward to joining the team at the City of Marion and creating a community of people who share an interest in wellbeing through social connections and physical activity. The potential for this program is very exciting and residents from the City of Marion, Mitcham and Holdfast Bay will have some awesome opportunities to get outdoors and explore all the various council facilities, all while getting their dose of physical activity!"

Feel free to reach out to Brooke for booking enquiries or any questions you have about the Move It program. gameon@marion.sa.gov.au or 0466 840 973.

Move It Mad March!

Discovery Walks:

Join us for our series of walks exploring the coastlines, gully's, parks and reserves across the Cities of Marion, Mitcham and Holdfast Bay.

Walking is a great way to immerse yourself in nature and Move It towards a more active lifestyle. All walks are led by a walking guide and accompanied by guest guides who will educate the group along the walking experience (such as biodiversity, environmental and cultural experts).

All ages are welcome - come with a friend or fly solo and connect with the fun and friendly walking community! Keep scrolling for dates, locations and times of our March Discovery Walks...

Walk 1: Garden Walk

Explore Mitcham's Wittunga Botanic Gardens and make your way around the stunning landscapes, garden beds, butterfly and bird gardens!

When: Tuesday 8 March 9:30am

Where: Wittunga Botanic Gardens

Cost: $2 donation to the Friends of Botanic Gardens Adelaide

Click here to book online now!

Walk 2: Gully Walk

Start the walk at Marion's Gully Road North Reserve then follow the walking trail through Gilbertson Gully along an ancient seasonal watercourse! (5km return).

When: Tuesday 22 March 10am

Where: Meet Gully Road North Reserve (return)

Cost: Free

Click here to book online now!

Walk 3: Coastal Walk

Start at John Miller Reserve and stroll along the coastline to the Bindarra Reserve (5km return) all while learning facts about the dunes and wildlife of our coastlines along the way!

When : Tuesday 29 March 10am

Where: Meet John Miller Reserve

Cost: Free

Click here to book online now!

Please BYO hat, water bottle and sunscreen and don't forget your walking shoes!

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

Tai Chi Amongst the Trees !

Tai Chi is an ancient marital art originating from China. It involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner, accompanied by deep breathing. Tai Chi is a great way to Move It as the mind-body practice promotes a range of health benefits! Whether you're aiming to improve your physical health through flexibility, balance and strength or wanting to take time out for your mental health and feel less stress and anxiety, this class is perfect for you!

Scroll for more information on our 6 week Wednesday afternoon and Friday morning sessions!

Wednesday Tai Chi - Mitcham:

Take a mid week break and re-set with Tai Chi at the beautiful Mitcham Memorial Gardens.

When : Weekly Wednesday commencing 9 March - 13 April 1:30 - 2:30pm

Where: Mitcham Memorial Library (Gardens)

Cost: Free

Click here to book online now!

Friday Tai Chi:

Swap Friday morning mimosas for Tai Chi this March and end your week feeling relaxed and grounded at Marion's stunning Oaklands Wetlands.

When : Weekly Friday's commencing Friday 11 March - 15 April 10 - 11am

Where: Oakland Wetlands

Cost: Free

Click here to book online now!

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

PT by the Sea!

This is not a boot camp!

Come along and enjoy PT by the Sea! Led by local fitness instructor, Calvin from CM30 Fitness, this program is ideal for:

Those us of sitting for long periods at work, studying or gaming!
People of all fitness levels and abilities – even first timers.
Anyone wanting to improve their fitness levels and health
Those wanting to reduce daily pain and discomfort.
All ages welcome.

Bring along a friend, family, partner, your kids or fly solo and soak up the world class views and fresh air of the southern ocean. Numbers limited so book in fast!

When: Weekly Monday's commencing 7 March - 25 April - 6 – 6:45pm

Where: Angus Neil Reserve, Seacliff

Cost: Free

For more information or to register for a program please email: gameon@marion.sa.gov.au or phone the Move It Coordinator: 0466 840 973 or Book online now!

Outdoor Fitness For Over 50s

Start your week off right with our Outdoor Fitness for over 50s!

In partnership with the City of Mitcham, our Outdoor Fitness program is located at the Hewett Sports Ground, Blackwood.

Come along to the free program starting Monday 7th March and join a class full of fitness and fun.

Run by a fully qualified fitness instructor who specialises in exercise for over 50s, this class is suitable to a range of abilities! Numbers are limited so book in fast!

When: 10 Weekly Monday's 7 March - 16 May 9:30 - 10:30am

Where: Hewett Sports Ground, Blackwood

Cost: Free

For more information or to register your participation please email: gameon@marion.sa.gov.au or phone the Move It Coordinator: 0466 840 973 or Book now online!

Nature Wellness Experience

Come along and immerse yourself in a nature-based wellness experience in Mitcham's Belair National Park. The art of nature therapy, otherwise known as 'shinrin- yoku' in Japanese, has been proven to:

Boost the immune system
Decrease stress
Lower blood pressure

Nature therapist Deborah, will guide you through this therapeutic experience, helping you to relax and connect with the natural world via mindfulness, walking, grounding, and embracing your different senses.

The walk starts at the Goat Shed Café in the old Golf Precinct and is between 2-3km. Wander around the Playford Lake and get your daily 30+ minutes of physical activity whilst taking in the natural beauty Belair has to offer! Numbers are limited so book in fast!

When: Tuesday 15 March 9:30 - 11:30am

Where: Belair National Park meeting at the Goat Shed Cafe

Cost: Free

For more information or to register your participation please email: gameon@marion.sa.gov.au or phone the Move It Coordinator on: 0466 840 973 or Book now online!

*All participants are required to fill out a pre-activity questionnaire before participating and must live in the City of Marion, Mitcham or Holdfast Bay*

We would appreciate if you could spread the word to anyone who may be interested in the program as we'd love to see Move It reach its full potential!