This August get Active in Freo!

Welcome to Active August! Active August is an Act Belong Commit Campaign, which seeks to highlight all the ways we can get active and the positive impact this can have on our mental health. Being active means different things to everybody, whether you’re training to be a pro-athlete, walking with friends to grab a coffee, or gardening outside; regular activity is one of the most important things we can do for our health!

Being active is proven to help keep us mentally healthy. Regular exercise or maintaining an active lifestyle can help us sleep better, feel less fatigued, and improve our sense of control and self-esteem. It can also lower our blood pressure and cholesterol, reduce our stress and increase our energy levels and lots more!

Being active can also have social and economic benefits, being an opportunity to make new friends, create stronger connections with our community, and help us be more productive at school or work. For more benefits on being Active click here or visit The City’s Health and Wellbeing page

Any physical activity is good for your mental and physical health. Start small or by doing something you enjoy. It doesn’t have to be a big exercise or involve too much expense; it can be as easy as going for a walk. Getting active with someone else can make it more fun. Do it outdoors in nature for even greater mental health benefits!

The amount of time you should spend being active daily depends on your age. It is also important to limit the time spent being sedentary. The Australian Physical Activity and Exercise Guidelines provide information on the amount and type of physical activity needed for good health based on age.

In celebration of Act Belong Commit and the City of Fremantle’s Active August campaign, the Fremantle Leisure Centre (FLC) will be offering 30 days of access for just $30!

With access to pools and gym, group fitness classes and 20% discount off retail items (Leisure shop only), it’s never been easier to get active in Freo!

In addition to getting 30 days of entry those who actively visit the FLC more than 10 times during the month will go into the draw to win Three Personal Training Sessions worth $99.00. To gain more entries into the draw simply visit the Fremantle Leisure Centre up to 30 times in the 30 days.

For more information on 30 for $30 click here

Being active means different things to everybody. Whether it’s training to become a pro athlete, looking to find a new hobby, or wanting to make a healthy change in our life, any physical activity is good for our mental and physical health!

Keeping active is also not just limited to physical activity. Keeping mentally, socially, spiritually and culturally active are all proven to also boost our mental health and wellbeing!

With over 40 local sporting clubs to choose from, Fremantle Leisure Centre’s special 30 for $30, and a variety of programs and workshops over the whole month; whatever you like to do to keep active, there’s something for everyone in Fremantle!

There are many ways to get active in Fremantle, but for even more ideas on being Active this August why not challenge yourself with the Act Belong Commit Calendar

This August let’s get Active for our Mental Health!

30 for $30 Thirty days of access to the Leisure Centre facilities for just $30 | More info.

Walking Hockey every Friday morning | FREE | Stevens Reserve | 9.30am What is Walking Hockey? Quite simply it’s Hockey, but Walking!  The program is designed to aid an active lifestyle, regardless of age, health and ability, it also serves as a way for former players to get back into hockey. More info.

South Beach Park Run every Saturday | FREE | South Beach | 8am | More info South Beach Park Run is a free, fun and friendly weekly 5k community event open to all, and is a great way to meet new people, build stronger connections, and grow closer to your community! Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it’s up to you!

Fremantle Triathlon Club run every Sunday | FREE | South Beach (meet at Bistro21) | 7am | More info Join Fremantle Triathlon Club every Sunday at 7am for a free run. Run along the coast for an hour (any distance and pace). Grab a coffee and chat with the crew after!

Indian Ocean Dragon Boat Come & Try | Aug 18 | FREE | Gilbert Reserve, North Fremantle | 9–10.30am | More info Try Dragon Boat paddling with the Club! Excellent Cardio workout and dolphin and bird spotting. Fun for any age from 10 years. Join a supportive community for a paddle, just bring a water bottle and a smile. Contact Indian Ocean Dragon Boat to RSVP or simply come on down!

Table Tennis Open Day | Aug 24 | FREE | 1 Carrington St, Fremantle | 6.30–8.30pm | More info Join the friendly and welcoming crew at Freo Table Tennis for a fun free event open to anyone of any skill!

Want to try other sports in Freo? Check out the community directory!

Helping Minds workshop: Boost your wellbeing | Aug 7 | 10am | Tuart Place | FREE | Register here Keep mentally active with this free workshop designed to increase knowledge and understanding about living a mentally healthy lifestyle, protective factors, and how to check in with a friend. Free and open to all.

Packed with Goodness | Aug 8 | 10.30am | Fremantle PCYC | FREE | Register here Getting Active Starts with a healthy diet. Join Cancer Council and Fremantle Toy Library at Fremantle PCYC for a free healthy eating workshop on packing healthier lunchboxes. Open to all.

Self-Exploration Through Creative Play: Collage your feelings | Aug 11 | 10am | FAC | Register here Discover how your emotions shape your reality in this new art therapy workshop with Robyn Varpins. Create a 2D or 3D project using collage techniques, exploring materials provided or brought from home. Engage in fun, hands-on activities like cutting, tearing, and gluing to craft a unique masterpiece. Suitable for all skill levels, this relaxed, non-judgmental environment helps beginners develop new skills while encouraging advanced students to explore composition, texture, and colour in new ways

CoMHWA Peer Support Group: ‘What’s my pathway?’ and Vision boarding | Aug 20 | 11am | Fremantle Library | FREE. Register here Keep socially active with monthly community meet up ran by Consumers of Mental Health WA. Come along and have a yarn, share stories and pick up some tips on living a healthier life along the way. Every Third Tuesday of the month, light morning tea provided, open to all

Self-Exploration Through Creative Play: Compassion collage | Aug 25 | 10am | FAC | Register here Celebrate Active August with a unique Compassion Collaging workshop, led by Robyn Varpins. This one-day art therapy session is designed to boost your mental health through creative activity. A hands on workshop, Activate your hands and your mind and boost your emotional well-being with this creative session open to all!

Start or join your own Walking Group! More information here Make your active life a social one! Walking for an average of 30 minutes or more a day can lower the risk of heart disease, stroke by 35% percent and Type 2 diabetes by 40%. And it’s not just your heart and muscles that benefit from walking.

Joining or starting a walking group is a great way to stay motivated, make new friends, and to feel safer walking in a group! Click to find out more or visit Homepage | Heart Foundation Walking

For more info on Act Belong Commit

For more info the Community Directory.

For more info on 30for30.

For more info on Eating Healthy.

Download a blank copy of the Active August Calendar.

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