The City of Melbourne and the Y are proud to support and be a part of the Victorian Seniors Festival throughout October.

We have a range of free events and classes across all our sites, aimed at seniors aged 50 and over. Get involved to gain new experiences, socialise with others and have fun! You don’t have to be a member with us – everyone is welcome to join the celebration.

Take a look at the events schedule at each of our sites below. Once you book a session, you’ll receive a confirmation closer to the time of the event with further details.

 

Seniors Festival schedule

Carlton Baths (248 Rathdowne St, Carlton)

Walk & Talk

 Wednesday 14 October

11:00am-12:00pm

A relaxed and gentle walk at a comfortable pace designed boost social connection, bring people together while enjoying the benefits of being active. Come to meet new people, share a conversation and explore your local community.

Book now

Bryta Brain Health Talk - Keeping Your Brain Healthy As You Age

Friday 23 October

10:30am-11:30am 

An engaging community talk on healthy ageing & brain health. Learn practical, easy-to-apply tips on movement, mental challenge, social connection, nutrition and sleep. Get a hands-on taste of Bryta's clinician-led brain-and-body training, designed to help older adults stay sharp, strong and independent.

Book now

Staying Steady - Fall Prevention Seminar

Monday 26 October

11:15am-12:15pm

A seminar showing practical steps to prevent falls and keep your independence. Includes information on why falls happen as we age, why falls are such a risk and a practical guide to reducing falls risk.
Book now

 

North Melbourne Community Centre (49-53 Buncle St, North Melbourne)

Zumba Gold (Yuki)

Wednesday 7 October

10:45am-11:45am

A 'dance fitness party' for older adults to move to the rhythm of the music, incorporating low and high-intensity intervals. An enjoyable way to improve cardiovascular fitness, burn calories, and enhance stamina, strength, and flexibility. Refreshments provided after the session.

Book now

 

North Melbourne Recreation Centre (204-206 Arden St, North Melbourne)

 

Staying Steady - Fall Prevention Seminar

Friday 9 October

11:00am-12:00pm

A seminar showing practical steps to prevent falls and keep your independence. Includes information on why falls happen as we age, why falls are such a risk and a practical guide to reducing falls risk. Book now

Walk & Talk

Tuesday 27 October

10:30am-11:30am

A relaxed and gentle walk at a comfortable pace designed boost social connection, bring people together while enjoying the benefits of being active. Come to meet new people, share a conversation and explore your local community. Book now

 

Kensington Community Recreation and Aquatic Centre (Altona St, Kensington)

Staying Steady - Fall Prevention Seminar

Friday 9 October

11:00am – 12:00pm

A seminar showing practical steps to prevent falls and keep your independence. Includes information on why falls happen as we age, why falls are such a risk and a practical guide to reducing falls risk.

Book now 

Active Movers - Bring a Friend

Every Thursday 15 - 29 October

10:00am-10:45am

A fun, low-impact workout set to uplifting music, designed to improve balance, coordination, flexibility, and cardiovascular fitness. Perfect for those looking to stay active, mobile, and energised in a friendly, supportive environment.  Book now

Bryta Brain Health Talk - Keeping Your Brain Healthy As You Age

Friday 30 October

11:00am-12:00pm

An engaging community talk on healthy ageing & brain health. Learn practical, easy-to-apply tips on movement, mental challenge, social connection, nutrition and sleep. Get a hands-on taste of Bryta's clinician-led brain-and-body training, designed to help older adults stay sharp, strong and independent.
Book now

 

Royal Park Golf Course (11 Old Poplar Rd, Parkville)

Golf Coaching Clinics

Tuesday 13 October

9:00am-9:45am (Beginners)

10:00am-10:45am (Intermediate)

These golf clinics are the perfect opportunity to give golf a go in a relaxed and social environment. The focus of the clinics will be stance and swing, and are for non members of the Royal Park Golf Course. There will be a beginners and intermediate session. Choose one of two time slots based on your skill level when registering. Refreshments will be provided after the session.

Book now

 

Melbourne City Baths (420 Swanston St, Melbourne)

Reformer Pilates Class

Tuesday 6 and 20 October

11:00am – 11:45am

This class focuses on muscle engagement, particularly around the core. This improves strength and stability, athletic performance, weight loss, balance, posture injury recovery and more. Book into one of the two classes on offer.

Book now

 

The Docklands Hub (80 Harbour Esplanade, Docklands)

Digital Help Session

Wednesday 21 October

11:00am-1:00pm

Do you need a hand with your phone, tablet, laptop, or other digital devices? Come along to our free Digital Help Session and receive support with everyday technology questions. Book now

 

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Paula Butcher on paula.butcher@ymca.org.au.