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PARC closure extension – Tuesday 20 July

In line with the lockdown extension announceearlier todaysadly Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre (PARC) will have to remain closed for a further 7 days. We hope to reopen on Wednesday 28 July, unless there is another Government announcement advising otherwise. Memberships remain on suspension during this further lockdown periodwith all members provided a credit for the additional seven-day closure. On Thursday this week, 22 July, we will run our usual fortnightly direct debit, where we will apply a 12-day credit for the period we have been closed. You can expect a small charge (2 days) for the remainder of the 14 day period.  Lockdown 5.0 – 5 things you can do to look after your body and mind We want to make sure you stay connected, engaged and active this lockdown. Here are 5 things you can do to look after you!
    1. Check out PARC Your Way: Enjoy FREE, unlimited access to our digital exercise platform, with a library of over 800 online classes, workouts and instructional ‘How to’ videos. There is something for all fitness types, and all you need to do is sign up! 
    2. Try a PARC Your Way LIVE class: Missing your group exercise routine? We are running loads of LIVE PARC Your Way classes over the next seven days, including 6.30am sessions for our earlier risers to smash out a workout before work and home-schooling! Check out our LIVE timetable here.
    3. Download the PARC Fit App: Access and enjoy exercise programs created by our health and fitness team that you can do from home. Search for PARC Fit in your App Store.  
    4. Take time for yourself: Lockdown is exhausting. If you are home-schooling and working from home, it might feel like you never get a second to yourself. Make sure you take 5 minutes every day to do something for yourself. And please join our Mindfulness Sunday session on PARC your Way to take the headspace you need. See the timetable here.  
    5. Keep up your healthy habits and explore our local bubble: PARC has a cracking 5km radius for outdoor exercise. Why not check out the Sweetwater Creek boardwalk, the Frankston foreshore and pier, or the Frankston Nature Conservation Reserve? Keep active, stretch your legs, and take in our awesome surroundings. Don’t forget your mask!  
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It's the last week of school holidays 🪐

If you're looking for some activities to do with the kids, we have the fun sorted! From our inflatable obstacle course, Splash Island, to heaps of activities and entertainment on offer for all ages, there’s something fun for everyone! 

🚀 Our inflatable obstacle course, Splash Island (bookings essential) 
☄️ Rafter waterslides 
👽 Aquatic Playground 
⭐️ Scavenger hunt 
🛰️ Balloon entertainment 
🪐 Prizes and giveaways 

Our school holiday program will run until Friday 10 July. Visit our website to learn more about pricing and booking information.
Chatting with our winner, Mel! 🏆

In June, we attended the Aquatic Recreation Victoria industry awards, where excitingly our very own Mel was awarded the prestigious Membership Sales Award. 

Mel’s dedication, and commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive for members has earned her the top prize in 2026. In celebration of this incredible achievement, we sat down with Mel for a Q&A session to chat about her win, journey and what working at PARC means to her. 

Read our blog via the link in our bio. 

#ARVAwards2026 #ARV #PARC #PARCFrankston #Frankston
Although we are out, we still have World Cup Fever at PARC ⚽️

This week, show support to our boys in Green and Gold or whoever you are backing in the World Cup by wearing your team colours to train in the Gym! 

All you need to do is get one of our friendly gym team members to take a photo of you in team colours at PARC and you will go in the draw to win a PARC prize pack. 

 #frankston #parcfrankston #worldcup2026
Reminder: Do you need to update your parking permit? 🚙

A friendly reminder that your PARC parking permit may be due to expire at the end of this month.

Please ensure you check the expiry date on your permit and come into reception to collect a new parking permit in exchange for your old permit.
Have you got what it takes to be a soccer star? ⭐️⚽️

World Cup Fever has hit PARC, and we want to see your soccer skills! Whether you’re a pro or beginner, come visit us in the Gym and give your best shot of our PARC Penalty Shootout. 

We’ll see you in Centre!

#PARC #Frankston #worldcup2026 #parcfrankston
Happy 12 Year Anniversary Bec! 🥳

Bec has been a beloved member of our PARC Team since 2014, watching PARC go from a patch of dirt, to the thriving community we have today 💙

She is always full of energy, and brings the good vibes wherever she goes! If you see her around Centre, you can be sure that she'll have a huge smile on her face. 

If you bump into Bec around Centre, make sure to congratulate her on this massive milestone! 

Congratulations Bec! 🩵

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