Events

Our yoga sessions focus on improving your flexibility and mobility, balance and co-ordination.
Join our experienced and friendly instructors for classes designed for all bodies and levels of experience.

Mat Pilates is a form of exercise that focuses on strengthening the core muscles, improving flexibility and enhancing overall body alignment. It involves performing a series of controlled movements on a mat, using body weight as a resistance. The exercises target specific muscle groups including the abdominals, back, hips, and glutes.

Strength For Life now has extra sessions per week* so more of Hobart can gain access this popular class.

Strength for Life aims to improve the health and vitality of older adults through exercise and community.

Weekly sessions are run by an accredited exercise physiologist and involve a combination of strength and balance exercises to help improve physical fitness and mobility for a better quality of life.

All fitness levels are welcome! Please wear comfortable clothing and a drink bottle.

*Only 1 class per person per week.

Beginners Yoga focuses on improving flexibility and mobility, balance and coordination.

The class encourages everyone to take their time to experience each individual pose and to move at their own pace. Props will be provided to support joints and areas of tension.

This is suitable for beginners and intermediate practitioner with instructors from Udara.

Join Fabrice Bisimwa in a dance cardio session which will burn more calories than running on the treadmill!
No experience needed so it's perfect for beginner dancers.

The program includes dance workouts and moves that tone your legs, glutes and provide a full ab/core burnout.

Bring comfy clothing, a drink bottle and your energy!

Restorative Qigong is a gentle form of exercise that combines relaxation, posture, slow breathing, meditation and movement into one art.

Benefits of Qigong include:

• Improved immune function
• Strengthens muscles
• Increases flexibility
• Calming to the mind and more

All Tasmanians impacted by cancer may be eligible to attend (subject to availability), for program details and to register contact Cancer Council Tasmania, Hobart Supportive Care team on 1300 65 65 85 or email supportservicessouth@cancertas.org.au.

Have you experienced mental health challenges? Would you like to have a say in how mental health services are designed?

Self-Empower Now training is aimed at building people’s skills to empower them to take ownership of their mental health journey and become a “lived experience” representative.

Join Mental Health Lived Experience Tasmania (MHLET) for this free training session to learn how to boost the skills and capacity of Tasmanians, self-advocate in your recovery journey, and advocate for positive change in the mental health sector. Lunch is also provided.

This session is for people 18+. Registrations and more information through admin@mhlet.org.au or (03) 6223 1952

Loop Jam is a fully interactive community music making experience. With the use of a looping device and drum machine, you can make and play your own music with loads of instruments provided or sing to your favourite music.

This is popular activity for all ages and abilities and is designed for children and their adult carer.

Break out the dance moves with Fabrice Bisimwa in a fun and engaging hip hop session this school holidays!

This event is open to people aged 8 to 18. No experience needed so it's perfect for beginner or intermediate dancers.

Bring comfy clothing, a drink bottle and your energy!

A First Aid Information session for parents and carers of babies and young children.

During the session you will learn information on children's health, first aid, and safety in a warm and friendly environment.

Come along and meet author Beck Burns and give Tex a pat for story time and book signing. Join Tex and his family as they travel Australia on an amazing journey searching for surf, fun, friendships and adventure. Read along with the family as they share their tales, inspiring travel, connection, and story telling. Reading will begin at 10:35am with the opportunity for questions and book signing afterwards. This is a free event for all ages!

An art-based introduction to our Seasons for Growth program.

Seasons for Growth is an educational program designed for teenagers (13-16yo) experiencing change, grief, and loss.

Join Home Base for their Parents/Carers and Kids Together (PaKT) Art-Based Program. This workshop is for kids and an adult carer to work together on a fun craft project. Create a 3D dream house, tropical island, shop, animal or more! No art skills necessary, just come along and have some fun together!

All materials will be provided.

1000 Hearts is a social enterprise which encourages kindness through action. Our global community makes eco-friendly felt pocket hearts which are created and gifted in random acts of kindness. 

We will provide materials and instruction for attendees to make their own hearts and learn about the benefits of compassion.

This is a walk in event, no bookings required.

Come and meet your favourite blue heeler - Bluey, and her little sister Bingo at this "Lifesize" interactive day at our Hobart wellness hub.

Snap a selfie at this special meet and greet with Bingo and Bluey and make a magical school holiday memory!

This event is in conjunction with the Beads, Bookmarks and Badges - School Holiday Craft event. This is a walk-in event. No bookings required and open to all ages.

Unleash your inner artist and get creative this July school holidays with craft at our Hobart wellness hub.

Whether it’s charm bracelets, colouring in, a character badge or a bookmark for your favourite books, there’ll be something for everyone!

Please note, young people will need an adult parent/carer to remain with them during the craft activity.

This event is in conjunction with Bluey and Bingo meet and greet. This is a walk-in event. No bookings required and open to all ages.

Enjoy a safe, fun space for babies to preschool ages to play and explore and learn about the wonderful support Playgroup Tasmania and Child Health and Parenting Service ( CHaPS) offer, including child health and development, parenting tips and information.

Connect with other parents and gain valuable insights in a relaxed, supportive atmosphere!

This is a walk-in event is hosted by Playgroup Tasmania and Child Health and Parenting Service (CHaPS) with no bookings required.

Please note this playgroup is designed for participation by both carer and child.

Our comprehensive general first aid program covers DRSABCD and offers engaging activities for kids of all ages. Little ones can bandage teddies and learn to call 000, while older children practice CPR and defibrillation. Learn the skills needed to keep yourself and your family safe.

Feeling down during the colder months? Did you know that what you eat can influence your mood and mental wellbeing? In this workshop, you’ll learn the connection between diet and mood, discussing how a balanced, varied diet can boost your energy and outlook. Join Dietitian Danni Hibberd to discover simple dietary changes that can help lift your spirits this winter!

Please note: Food is just one piece of the puzzle when it comes to mental wellbeing. It is not a replacement for psychotherapy support or medication. If you have concerns about your mental health, please consult your GP for individualised advice.

Wanting to try or get back into Zumba? Join Zumba instructor Rhonda with 13 years teaching experience as she guides you through the steps during an 8-week course. You'll laugh, dance, and make friends at this energising dance cardio session where the music takes you around the world! Bring a water bottle and wear some comfortable clothing.

Come along to a session that creates deep relaxation for the mind and body, and is a gentle wellness experience that is open for all.

Created for people who seek a meditative or calming state. In our modern culture, we may find it difficult to practice meditation or to carve out the time to pause. By stepping into a deep experience of music-sound, we can restore from our busy lifestyles, everyday stresses and open space to be more in the moment.

The Big Move, by Julianne O’Brien, is a touching tale that uses interactive puppetry to teach about cancer, hope, and acceptance. It includes a post-show Q&A session and is open to children of all ages and their carers,

For over 33 years, Camp Quality’s Cancer Education Program has been teaching kids about cancer through fun and interactive puppet performances. This program shares the broader cancer story, including how to support someone facing a cancer diagnosis.

1 in 5 Australians will experience a mental health problem in any given year.

This Mental Health First Aid course will teach you how to provide initial support to someone who is experiencing a mental health problem or crisis. This course is based on guidelines developed through the expert consensus of people with lived experience of mental health problems and professionals.

Please note this course is not a therapy or support group, it’s an education course to learn how to give first aid to others.

Join Dr. Bruno Cayoun for a 45-minute mindfulness meditation to enhance presence, emotional balance, and compassion through mindfulness of breath, body sensations and loving-kindness meditation. Dr. Cayoun is an experienced psychologist who has been teaching mindfulness meditation in clinical practice for the past 24 years to support wellbeing and personal growth.

Chairs and yoga mats are provided but bring your own cushions if needed.

A stroke occurs in Australia every 11 minutes. Stroke can happen to anyone at any age and has lasting impacts on the individual as well as the people around them.

Colin Howell experienced a stroke at the age of 67 while seemingly fit and healthy, prompting him to become a Stroke Safe Speaker for the Stroke Foundation so he can share his journey and promote the Stroke F.A.S.T message.

In Colin’s powerful and informative session held during National Stroke Week, he will cover what a stroke is, the impact a stroke can have, the signs of stroke so that you can save someone’s life, and what you can do to prevent a stroke (80% of strokes are preventable).

Have you experienced mental Health Challenges? Would you like to have a say in how mental health services are designed?

Self-Empower Now Training is aimed at building people’s skills to empower them to take ownership of their mental health journey and become a “lived experience” representative.

Join MHLET in this free training session, to boost the skills and capacity of Tasmanians, self-advocate in your recovery journey, and advocate for positive change in the mental health sector. Lunch will be provided.

Registrations and more information through admin@mhlet.org.au or (03) 6223 1952.

This is an 18+ event.

Rediscover the sounds you love with a quick free 15-minute hearing check* with Hearing Australia’s friendly team. At the hearing check, Hearing Australia staff will guide you through maintaining good hearing health and provide information on how to manage common hearing issues. Take the first step to start your journey towards better hearing.

Walk in and make your booking on the day in our wellness hub from 9:00am. To secure a hearing check, you must book with our team on the day.

* Only 15-minute hearing checks are free. Other services may attract charges/fees or may be subsidised for those eligible under the Australian Government Hearing Services Program, to which conditions apply. A hearing check is a screening that helps identify people that may have hearing loss.

Improve your range of motion, reduce muscle tightness, and avoid injury - Stretch is for anyone who wants to improve agility and stay flexible!

Stretching has long term benefits for posture and flexibility, you'll leave feeling freer and more comfortable in your body.

This mat class is open to all ages and fitness levels.

Join OsteoStrong for an insightful presentation on bone health. Discover the essential role of minerals, vitamins, exercise, and hormones in maintaining strong bones, and learn strategies to prevent bone loss as we age. Equip yourself with the knowledge to protect your bones and ensure lifelong strength.

Please note Information Sessions are general in nature and not designed to replace the advice or care of a qualified health professional. Please consult your relevant qualified health professional prior to making any changes/decisions regarding your personal circumstances.

This workshop helps individuals learn how to regulate emotions whilst learning about how to manage triggers, anger and anxiety.

18+ event

Step away from the hustle and bustle of the city and join Bows Drawn for a free 2-hour concert at our Hobart wellness hub.

Charlie McCarthy (who walked backwards from Ireland to Australia for love) and Greg Woodward (a rare species found growing under a mushroom in the wilds of Hobart-town) are Bows Drawn!

Two of Hobart’s finest string players, bowing up a storm of semi-improvised but totally groovy sounds, almost certainly including some of your favourites.

This is a walk-in event, no bookings required

A first aid information session for parents and carers of babies and young children. During the session you will learn information on children's health, first aid, and safety in a warm and friendly environment.

Join us this National Women's Health Week for PPEP Talk®! The Periods, Pain, and Endometriosis Program (PPEP Talk®) empowers communities with knowledge about period and pelvic pain.

Learn the facts, understand what's normal, gain insights into managing pain, educate loved ones, discover coping strategies, and know when to seek extra help. Let's come together to better understand and manage pelvic pain. 

Learn communication skills and regulation strategies for reducing conflict across many aspects of your life, including your workplace, family relationships, and friendships.

This is an 18+ event.

Join Dr. Bruno Cayoun for a 45-minute mindfulness meditation to enhance presence, emotional balance, and compassion through mindfulness of breath, body sensations and loving-kindness meditation. Dr. Cayoun is an experienced psychologist who has been teaching mindfulness meditation in clinical practice for the past 24 years to support wellbeing and personal growth.

Chairs and yoga mats are provided but bring your own cushions if needed.

Join Emily Covell, Principal Exercise Scientist at Kieser Hobart as she provides insights into the Science of Kieser.

Emily will explain how these principles contribute to a safer, more effective approach to strength training, tailored to individual needs and goals.

Have you experienced mental Health Challenges? Would you like to have a say in how mental health services are designed?

Self-Empower Now Training is aimed at building people’s skills to empower them to take ownership of their mental health journey and become a “lived experience” representative.

Join MHLET in this free training session, to boost the skills and capacity of Tasmanians, self-advocate in your recovery journey, and advocate for positive change in the mental health sector. Lunch will be provided.

Registrations and more information through admin@mhlet.org.au or (03) 6223 1952.

This is an 18+ event.

Come along, have a cuppa on us and meet with COTA Tasmania CEO, Brigid Wilkinson, to share your experiences and views on ageing in Tasmania.

COTA Tasmania (Council on the Ageing) is the leading voice for Tasmanians as they age. We promote changes to our systems and culture so that all Tasmanians can age well. We have been the voice of older Tasmanians for 60 years.

We regularly visit communities across the state whilst delivering programs and projects and this time we’d love to meet you at the wonderful space at St Lukes in Hobart.  Come and find out more about our organisation and advocacy work or come to share your concerns and solutions!
This is a walk in event, no bookings required.

Sometimes it feels scary to admit we don't know something, that we have questions, or that we need someone to do something differently. Join life coach Megan Woods to explore what psychological safety is, how it impacts us, and how to ask for what you need in ways that feel safe for you.

Rediscover the sounds you love with a quick free 15-minute hearing check* with Hearing Australia’s friendly team. At the hearing check, Hearing Australia staff will guide you through maintaining good hearing health and provide information on how to manage common hearing issues. Take the first step to start your journey towards better hearing.

Walk in and make your booking on the day in our wellness hub from 9:00am. To secure a hearing check, you must book with our team on the day.

* Only 15-minute hearing checks are free. Other services may attract charges/fees or may be subsidised for those eligible under the Australian Government Hearing Services Program, to which conditions apply. A hearing check is a screening that helps identify people that may have hearing loss.