Seniors
Our Senior Territorians Active in Recreation (STAR) program no longer receives funding. We have moved our focus to sourcing information on a diverse range of recreational, sporting and leisure pursuits conducted by other organisations. This page is dedicated to promoting those activities primarily designed for Senior Territorians in Darwin, Palmerston and the rural areas.
Heart Starters
Date: 26 June 2008
Heartstarters
Low impact moves. Morning Tea provided.
When: Mon - 9:30am, Tues - 10:00am, Wed - 9:15am, Thurs - 10:00am, Fri - 10:00am
Where: Charles Darwin University
Cost:
Contact: CDU Sport on 8946 6971
Aqua Lite
Date: 26 June 2008
Aqua Lite
Low impact aqua aerobics for seniors. Afternoon Tea provided.
When: Mon & Wed 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Where: The Goldfish Bowl, 12 Caryota Court, Coconut Grove
Cost:
Contact: The Goldfish Bowl 8948 1000
Hydrotherapy
Date: 26 June 2008
Hydrotherapy
Arthritis NT run Hydrotherapy classes.
When: Tues & Thurs at 10.00am
Where: The Goldfish Bowl, 44 Toupein Road, Yarrawonga
Cost:
Contact: Arthritis NT on 8948 5232
Volunteering
Date: 26 June 2008
Volunteering Territory
In the Territory, there is an amazing array of volunteering roles and opportunities. We can also help your community group or organisation with training, volunteer recruitment and governance.
Where: Volunteering Territory, 11 /21 Cavenagh Street, Darwin
Contact: 8981 0027 or admin@volunteeringterritory.org.au
www.volunteeringterritory.org.au
Dragon Boating
Date: 26 June 2008
Bayview Sundragons Dragon Boat Club
The Bayview Sundragons Dragon Boat Club was established in January 2001 when a need was identified for a dragon boat club in Darwin with a social focus and a clubhouse.
When: Training - Tues & Thurs. Meets - Sun.
Where:
Cost:
Contact: Bec Maxwell 0412787539 or Vice President 0418895791
www.dragonboatnt.org.au
Territory Craft
Date: 26 June 2008
Territory Craft
Courses and weekend workshops are held in a wide range of areas including pottery, jewellery, textiles and glass. Seniors discount memberships apply.
Office hours: Mon - Fri 9:00am - 5:00pm
Gallery hours: 7 days 10:30am - 4:30pm
Where:
Contact: Territory Craft 8981 6616
Tai-Chi
Date: 26 June 2008
Tai-Chi for 50+
Gentle breathing exercises for seniors.
Where: Palmerston Community Care Centre - Multipurpose room.
When: Tues 9:00am - 10:00am
Cost: FREE
Contact: Bette Chapman on 8932 1518
Dance
Date: 26 June 2008
Grey Panthers ~ Older Adults Dance Group
Workshops and dance performances for older adults.
When: Fri 9:00am - 10:30am
Where: Frogs Hollow Centre for the Arts, 56 McMinn St, Darwin
Cost:
Contact: Tracks 8924 4414 info@tracksdance.com.au
www.tracksdance.com.au
Lawn Bowls
Date: 26 June 2008
Lawn Bowls
Darwin Bowls & Social Club is is open to the public and welcomes new members.
When: Every day except Mon
Where: 8 Conacher St, Fannie Bay
Cost:
Contact: Darwin Bowls & Social Club on 8981 3221
Group Fitness
Date: 26 June 2008
Be Strong, Stay Young
Group fitness classes for seniors.
When: Mon, Wed, Thurs & Fri at 10:30am
Where: Time Out Fitness Centre, 5 Dashwood Place,Darwin
Cost: $9 per class, $7 concession & $5 seniors card holders.
Contact: Time Out Fitness Centre 8941 8711
Darwin Bushwalking Club
Date: 26 June 2008
Darwin Bushwalking Club
The club runs one-day or week-end walks on most weekends of the year as well as occasional longer walks and club socials. The club also occasionally runs other outdoor recreation trips such as calm water canoeing and bicycle riding.
New members are most welcome.
Contact: 8985 1484 or ntbushwalkermag@yahoo.com
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