As part of Manningham Council's Community Training Program we invite members of community organisations to find out more about Manningham's Community Grants Program.

This session will provide information on the Community Development, Arts, Festivals and Events and Small Grant categories.

Interested representatives from community organisations including community and children’s services, sports clubs, recreation, leisure, arts and cultural groups are encouraged to attend this information session.

There will also be an opportunity to receive early advice regarding your proposed activity from Council officers.

The session will cover:

• Grant categories
• Eligibility
• Key dates
• How to apply
• Required information
• Assessment criteria

Bookings are essential and limited to 2 people per organisation.

As part of Manningham Council's Community Training Program we invite members of community organisations to find out more about Manningham's Community Grants Program.

This session will provide information on the Community Development, Arts, Festivals and Events and Small Grant categories.

Interested representatives from community organisations including community and children’s services, sports clubs, recreation, leisure, arts and cultural groups are encouraged to attend this information session.

There will also be an opportunity to receive early advice regarding your proposed activity from Council officers.

The session will cover:

• Grant categories
• Eligibility
• Key dates
• How to apply
• Required information
• Assessment criteria

Bookings are essential and limited to 2 people per organisation.

Delivered by Proud2Play, this free session will help prepare participants with an introduction to LGBTIQ+ inclusion in sport and movement settings. 

This session is ideal for those organisations, sports clubs or individuals who have never engaged in LGBTIQ+ inclusion, or recently started working with LGBTIQ+ communities.

Key learnings in this session include:

• Introduction to working with LGBTIQ+ communities
• LGBTIQ+ inclusive language and terminology
• LGBTIQ+ people’s experiences of sport and movement settings

Celebrate the Victorian Seniors Festival and come down to Leeds Street Sports Centre and try the sport Pickleball. 

Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in the world. It's easy to learn, low impact and easy to play for all ages.

So come along to this free session guided by Pickleball Victoria, and learn the rules, tips on play, and get the most out of your new favourite activity!

No registration necessary. 

Find out more about Pickleball

Women and girls in Manningham are invited to join the Manningham Walking Group for Carers Multicultural dance lesson.

This session will include a range of dance styles - line dancing, Bollywood dancing, belly dancing.

Coffee and snacks will be provided after the session.

Suitable for women and girls of all age, no prior experience needed.

Come down, meet some new people and have fun.

What to wear: comfortable clothes.

What to bring: a water bottle.

Register via email at info@manninghamwalkinggroup.com.au.

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Come down and try lawn bowls with experienced coaches at Doncaster Bowls Club.

Lawn Bowls is a sport that can be played all year round.

This event is suitable for women and girls of all ages. No previous experience required.

What to wear: casual clothing and flat sole shoes.

What to bring: nothing, everything you need to participate will be provided by the club.

Where to park: parking is available at the club. Free parking is also available on J.J. Tully Drive.

No registration necessary, just turn up on the day.

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Come and try cricket at the Warrandyte Cricket Club.

Warrandyte Cricket Cricket Club will be hosting fun and interactive games for Manningham Girls Can to showcase what cricket is. Come down and give it a go!

Suitable for women and girls of all ages and abilities. No prior cricket experience needed.

What do I wear? comfortable clothes that allow you to move around freely and runners for footwear.

What should I bring? water bottle and a hat

Disc Golf is a fun recreational activity for everyone!

The aim of the game is to throw your disc (similar to a frisbee) from the tee pad into the basket in the least number of throws.

At this come and try session members of the Melbourne Disc Golf Club will show you how to hold, throw and putt. Once you've got the hang of how it all works, you'll have the chance to play on the brand new, recently updated course.

No prior experience is required for this event. This event is suitable for families, all ages, all genders and all abilities.

Please note: entry is free but registrations are required.

Ruffey Lake Park Disc Golf Course is located near the Church Road entrance, just off King Street. 

This activity is hosted by Melbourne Disc Golf.

Want to find out more about Disc Golf? Visit Melbourne Disc Golf Club.

Calling all boys and girls aged 5 to 17 years old - Come down and try all things Athletics!

All abilities are welcome and no experience is necessary

Learn from expert coaches, make some new friends and have fun!

Activities include

• Jumping events
  • Long jump
  • Triple jump
  • High jump
•  Running events 
  • 70m, 100m, 200m, 400m, 800m and 1500m. 
  • Hurdles 60m to 90m
• Throwing events 
  •  Javelin
  •  Discus 
  • Shot put

What to wear: suitable clothing and footwear to exercise in

What to bring: a drink bottle, hat and sunscreen

These sessions provide women exclusive access to Aquarena 's facilities, ensuring privacy and cultural sensitivity while promoting physical well-being and community engagement.

These evenings are designed exclusively for women to enjoy access to the pool, along with new additions: a Dance Fusion group fitness class and Open Gym access.

• A vibrant Dance Fusion class from 8:15pm to 9:15pm
• The introduction of a NEW Aqua Aerobics session! 8:30pm to 9:30pm
• Open access to the gym floor from 8.30pm to10.00pm, with female staff on hand for guidance

Access to pools for recreational swimming

All programs are run by female-only staff.

Casual entry is $8.80 for adults and $7.70 for children. The event remains free for members.

During Manningham Girls Can month you can bring a friend for free!

Entry is between 8.15pm and 8.30pm, after which the doors will be locked and set to exit only.

More information at Active Manningham.

Come and meditate in motion with a low-impact, mind-body exercise, which can help maintain strength, flexibility, and balance.

World Tai Chi Day is on Saturday 30 April and to celebrate, we're running a series of free outdoor Tai Chi and Qigong sessions for adults.

These two sessions will be at Mullum Mullum Reserve. They're one hour long, and facilitated by experienced instructor, Suzette Hosken, from Jade Lady Tai Chi & Qigong.

Experience the thrill of our brand new ninja warrior course. Swing, climb, and conquer exciting obstacles at Ruffey Lake Park.

The ninja warrior course provides an exciting opportunity to test your physical prowess whilst having fun!

Join us for a come and try session with the team from A Space, as they explain how to use the new facilities. There will be coaches on hand to offer help and instructions, and to guide you through the obstacles. 

Competitions will run throughout the session, with prizes available.

So come on down and challenge yourself, have fun, and unleash your inner warrior!

Read more about this fantastic new facility.

Come down and try Hockey!

Women and girls Hocket program will run from October to November.

Sessions will include 10 minutes of coaching and skill development at the beginning, followed by half pitch fun social matches.

For ages 14 plus years, adult women and mums! This is a great chance for Mums to play with their daughters - whether the Mum is new, or daughter is new, or both are new!

Beginners are welcome. New players can borrow a stick and shin pads.

Mouthguards are required which can be purchased from a pharmacy or chemist.

Participate in the full 8 week program for $100 or $15 per session.  

Pines Learning invites women 16 plus, who are new to their centre, to attend a 'free come and try' session for one of their many, varied health, fitness or wellbeing exercise classes. 

Select from Tai Chi, Barre class, chair yoga, dance classes and much much more!

To register, go to Pines Learning to view what classes are on offer in November, then call 9842 6726 to organise your free class.

Places are limited and bookings are essential.

What to wear: comfortable clothing appropriate for exercise and correct footwear for each of the classes.

What to bring: a towel and water bottle are optional.

Please note: current Pines Learning members are not eligible for a free session.

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GO Soccer Mums is an introductory football program designed specifically for women, where participants can have fun, meet new people, and learn basic football skills in a social, judgement-free environment!

This summer break we are offering a free multi-week program for you to try the program for the first time or return to keep up your skills and maintain your psychical activity level in the off season.

Many participants may be busy with children on school holidays so we are also offering a free football clinic for kids!

This will run parallel to or GO Soccer Mums session for boys and girls aged five years to 12 years old.

An opportunity for women and girls to experience flying a remote controlled airplane with guidance from skilled and friendly trainers.

This activity has all the aspects of STEM, engineering, construction skills, aviation principles and hands on experience. 

This event is suitable for women and girls of all ages. No previous experience required.

Participants are encouraged to bring their parents, family and friends with them. Stay for as little or as long as you like!

What to wear: sunglasses, hat and sunscreen.

What to bring: nothing, everything you need to participate will be provided by the club.

Parking is available at the club and adjacent to the club's flying field.

Registration is required via email at events@dac.org.au.