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Active April at PARC

Have you registered for Premier’s Active April 2019?

We are providing registered Premier’s Active April participants with 5 free centre access visits. Passes are valid for general aquatic entry, gym or group exercise. Simply visit PARC between 1 – 30 April and present us with your Active April registration – digital or printed copy accepted. T&Cs apply, please see below.

 

👉 Click here to register with Active April

Group exercise classes can be booked in-Centre via Reception up to two hours prior to the class start time. Click below to view the timetable of eligible classes for Active April participants. Please be aware the class timetable is subject to change due to public holidays.

👉 Active April Group Exercise Timetable

 

Terms and Conditions:

  • Visits are non-transferrable and cannot be exchanged for any other program, service or monetary value.
  • Children under the age of 10 must be actively supervised by a responsible person over the age of 18 at all times while within the facility. Children under the age of 13 must have a responsible person over the age of 18 within the Centre at all times.
  • Children under the age of 16 are not permitted in the Aquatic Wellbeing area of the Centre and therefore will be restricted to the main pool, waterslides and aquatic playground.
  • Limited Group Exercise timetable.
  • Group exercise classes are accessible for children 14 years and older with the exception of BODYPUMP, Boxing, Reformer Pilates, Powerzone, Grit and HIIT where participants must be 16 years or over.
  • Gym access is restricted to children over the age of 16.
  • Pass is valid April 1 – 30, 2019. Under no circumstances will the passes be available for redemption beyond April 30, 2019.
  • All participants must abide by all Centre rules at all times.

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How to withdraw from your group exercise class 🚴🏻

Here's a quick tutorial on how to withdraw from a class using our Customer Portal, in six easy steps!

1. Login and click on the menu in the top left
2. Select 'My Info"
3. Select your name if you have an account with multiple family members
4. Scroll down and select "Schedules"
5. Find the class you wish to withdraw from, and press 'Withdraw"
6. A pop up will appear to confirm your withdrawal. Select the blue, "Withdraw" button

Please note: You must withdraw from your class at least two hours prior to its start time. If you need to  withdraw less than the two hour window, please call the Centre on 9781 8444.
Have you registered for the Seaford Wetlands Fun Run yet? 🏃

Our Can Swim team are going to be there with water safety tips and activities as we head into summer ☀️

For more information and to sign up visit the Seaford Wetlands Fun Run website.
Get moving at home with this quick 10 and Done! 🚶

This 10-minute workout is designed for intermediate fitness levels, and is structured at a vigorous intensity and pace. Perfect for working out at home, at the park, or whever suits you best!

Exercise 1: Jog on The Spot 🏃
Jog on the spot at a steady, comfortable pace. Land softly on the balls of your feet and swing
arms naturally, breathe steadily.

Exercise 2: Step Touch Side to side 🦶
Stand with feet together, touch one foot to the side, bring back to the middle and touch the other foot to the side, continue alternating.

Exercise 3: Fast High Knees 🦵🏻
Stay light on your feet, drive your knees toward hip height at a rapid pace, pump your arms.

Exercise 4: Mountain Climbers 🧗
Place your hands directly under your shoulders, arms straight, body in a straight line from head to heels, and core engaged. Drive right knee to chest, then switch. Alternate rapidly, keeping hips low and shoulders over hands.

Exercise 5: Body Weight Squats 💪
Stand feet shoulder-width apart, chest up. Push hips back, bend knees, lower down. Keep weight on heels, knees over toes. Rise back up and repeat.

For more home workout inspiration, head to our 30-20-2 Digital Hub.
PARC’s annual Christmas Giving Tree is back! 🎄

We’re proud to once again partner with Community Support Frankston to help families in need this Christmas. Over the years, our community’s generosity has been amazing - and this year, it’s needed more than ever! 

How you can help: 

🎁 Donate: We welcome non-perishable pantry items that are in-date, and unopened, as new toys that are left unwrapped. 
🎄 Where: Donation box near PARC reception 
🎅 When: Donations cut off on Friday 11 December to allow time to distribute. 

Let’s spread joy and make this Christmas brighter for everyone in our local community!
Help us shape a more active Frankston 🏊🏃

Over the past year, we have been working to improve awareness and understanding of physical activity across the Frankston community. 

We want to hear your story and experience. 

Be part of shaping a healthier Frankston and share your voice by completing our 5-minute follow-up survey. Your feedback will help us understand awareness of the National Physical Activity Guidelines, assess our impact on physical activity participation, and identify opportunities to better support people in leading active, healthy lives. The results will help guide future programs, resources and initiatives across the community. 

Complete the survey via the link in our bio. 

Thank you for taking the time to complete the survey. Your responses are so valuable in helping us supporting the Frankston community 💙
To mark World Diabetes Day, PARC has partnered with the Life! program at Diabetes Victoria to host an information stall with free 2-minute health checks for members.

📅 Date: Monday 9 November
🕖 Time: 9am - 12pm

Drop by and do a quick health check to find out if you may be at higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes and how the Life! program can help.

The friendly Life! team will also be available to answer your questions, check if you are eligible for this free, government-funded program and help you get started.

Life! is delivered by dietitians and exercise physiologists and supports you to:
🥗 Improve your nutrition
💪 Increase physical activity
🧠 Manage stress

Learn more via their website.

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