Bollywood Dance for Wellbeing is designed to engage the mind and body to improve and enhance mind-body health, focusing on breath, strength, flexibility and fitness. The program is based on the principles of neuroplasticity and the proven benefits of dance.

The sessions incorporate breathing techniques to calm the mind, and an exercise routine to develop strength, flexibility and fitness of the body.

It also includes creative dance and music from Bollywood dance to create a space to express yourself, as well as providing opportunities to make new social connections.

It is preferred that participants attend all sessions.

This program will involve progression over the 9 sessions, building on dance movements from the previous weeks to create and perform a final dance routine in the last session.

Who is it for? This is an adult/open program. All genders welcome - no previous experience is required.

What to wear? Clothes that allow you to move around easy and comfortable shoes.

What to bring? A water bottle.

This event is running all throughout spring!

Get involved in our community frog monitoring program, and collect data to help us manage frog populations and raise awareness of waterway health issues.

The Frog Census Program collects frog data from community members who record their calls at a local waterway. This data is added to the Atlas of Living Australia and the Victorian Biodiversity Atlas and is used to manage the health of Melbourne’s rivers and creeks.

For more information, visit Melbourne Water.

Download the Frog Census App:

• For Android phones
• For Apple phones

Visit us at MY Hub on level one MC Square to relax, game, socialise, or study in a safe space for young people in Manningham.

Manningham Youth Services (delivered by EACH) are on-site to provide support!

Support includes

• free mentoring support, guidance and advice for ages 12 to 25
• leadership and community engagement
• youth programs for schools and local community groups
• support for community service providers and business.

Come down and check out our new youth hub and meet our team ready to support young people and their families!

UPDATE: Due to the circuit breaker lockdown restrictions, this event has been cancelled. If you have already booked into this session, we will contact you with information on how to reschedule.

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

This session will provide information on the Community Partnership Grant funding that is available to not-for profit organisations operating in Manningham to achieve longer term community and cultural development outcomes. Funding is for up to $50,000 per year to a total of $200,000 over 4 years.

Interested representatives from established and experienced 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:

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

Bookings: Bookings are essential and limited to 2 people per organisation. All bookings must be made through Eventbrite.

More information: Please contact the Grants Team on 9840 9333 or email grants@manningham.vic.gov.au. You can also download the 

We will be running multiple information sessions. If you would like to attend but can't make this session, please view the full list of available dates on our Community Training Program page. 

This unique and fun dance session is designed to engage the mind and body to improve and enhance mind-body health.

This is an adult/open program for females during This Girl Can Week.

Multicultural dance for wellbeing is based on the principles of neuroplasticity and the proven benefits of dance.

This program incorporates breathing techniques to calm the mind, and an exercise routine to develop strength, flexibility and fitness of the body. It also includes creative dance and music from different cultures to create a space to express yourself, as well as providing opportunities to make new social connections.

No previous dance experience is required.

Registrations are essential.

Instructor: Anjali Sengupta

Building on the information shared in the Community Grant Information Session and Grant Writing Workshop, this is your opportunity to ask questions about your grant proposal and receive constructive, unbiased feedback. 

During the session, you’ll have a chance to discuss your ideas in a 1:1 conversation with a staff member from the Healthy Ageing Team. Our team will also emphasize the importance of aligning your proposal with our Healthy Ageing objectives. 

Please note: it is expected you attend the Community Grants session and the Grants writing workshop prior to attending this session to best equip yourself with knowledge required to submit your application.

• Who can attend: Maximum of two representatives from each organisation to attend
• Cost: Free
• What to bring: A pen, notepad and your ideas
• How to register: Places are limited and bookings are essential. Register now to secure your place

If you are unable to register online, call the Healthy Ageing Team on 9840 9230. 

UPDATE: Due to the circuit breaker lockdown restrictions, this event has been cancelled. If you have already booked into this session, we will contact you with information on how to reschedule.

As part of Manningham Council's Community Training Program, we invite members of community organisations including community and children’s services, sports clubs, recreation, leisure, arts and cultural groups to attend this free session.

Learn how to write proposals to get a better chance of having your application selected.

The session will cover the following topics:

• Understanding the key application requirements and how your project will align with these
• How to define the project and the benefit it will have for the community
• Formulating your project plan to deliver the project
• Preparing the budget (including supplying quotes)
• Adhering to the grant conditions and responsibilities

Bookings: Bookings are essential and limited to 2 people per organisation. All bookings must be made through Eventbrite.

More information: Please contact the Grants Team for more information or for help with your booking.

We will be running multiple grant writing workshops. If you would like to attend but can't make this session, please view the full list of available dates on our Community Training Program page. 

Over a four-week program, participants will alternate between a Pilates Mat class and HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) classes.

Both sessions are suitable for beginners and advanced participants. Classes are run by a qualified Aquarena instructor.

These sessions are being run in partnership with Serenity for Women, Aquarena and Manningham Council.

Spots are limited so registrations are essential.

What to bring: Exercise mat, water bottle, towel 

What to wear: Comfortable clothes to work out in

Benefits of Pilates

• Increased muscle strength and tone particularly of your abdominal muscles, lower back, hips and buttocks (the core muscles of your body)
• Balanced muscle strength on both sides of your body
• Improved posture
• Better mobility

Benefits of HIIT training

• Tabata is one of the most popular forms of HIIT style classes
• Full body HIIT, a full body workout is great for anyone no matter your level of fitness
• HIIT incorporating small weights to help tone and strengthen the muscles of your body

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.

Badminton sessions for kids!

Sessions are every Tuesday 4.00pm to 5.00pm during term 2 of school.

For ages 5 to 12 years, all genders and abilities.

All equipment provided.

What's covered in the sessions?

• Different technical theme each week
• Warm up, stretching and cool down
• Technical skills work and coaching
• Fun inclusive group games
• Modified match play every week
• Fun for all ages

How to enrol in the program

1. Visit FitforKids website
2. Select Manningham DISC and Shuttle Smash
3. Enter details, pay for term 2 program and start playing!

A holistic program to help individuals of all abilities connect with their breath, bodies and inner balance, lead by a dedicated Qigong Tai Chi instructor.

All welcome.

Parking is available onsite and Bus 905 stops at Thompsons and Sunhill Roads.

Representatives from Manningham Senior's Clubs are invited to attend this free workshop.

This session will help grant writers to understand the basics of submitting grant applications.

Topics covered:

• how to interpret grant guidelines to ensure you hit the mark
• synthesising your content to meet the word limits
• understanding how to define your outcomes / strategies
• realistically budgeting your program.

Presented by: EV Community Strengthening, Viv Cunningham-Smith.

Audience: Maximum two representatives from each Manningham Seniors Club to attend.

Cost: Free.

What to bring: Bring your project idea with you.

Community organisations in Manningham are invited to attend this free grant writing workshop.

This session will help grant writers to improve their success rate in grant applications.

It will cover:

• why communicating the value of your project is a good starting point
• understanding funding outcomes and how the project will align with these
• being able to define the project and the benefit it will have for the community
• knowing what is great about your organisation and the reason a community group or non-profit can deliver this project
• understanding grant eligibility criteria
• formulating the project plan and the resources required
• preparing the budget

It is suitable for those who want to apply for our Community Grants Program and have projects under $20,000 with simple specifications.

Non Profit Training will deliver the workshop.

All are welcome to this inclusive Melbourne Inner East event designed to bring together individuals with intellectual disabilities of all ages and abilities, along with their families, our dedicated volunteers, and the local community to foster connection and celebrate the joy of sport.

Participants will enjoy a range of sports-themed games and activities, creating a lively and interactive atmosphere. The event will also serve as an open invitation for individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or autism from the broader community to explore our programs, discover opportunities to get involved in sport, and connect socially in a warm and welcoming environment.

This gathering is all about promoting inclusion and engagement through sport, fostering a joyful, family-friendly atmosphere that celebrates diversity, connection, and the power of sport to bring people together. 

More information can be found here.
 

Vision board is a creative group facilitated by skilled art therapists and counsellors.

Connect and create with others in a fun, supportive environment.

Topics include:

• inspirational goals
• personal values
• wellbeing
• future possibilities.

All materials will be provided.