The Douglas Shire Council is proud to deliver granted funded FREE fitness programs in the community. These entry level fitness programs encompass a wide range of work out options with incredible accredited instructors. No equipment is necessary, just bring a water bottle and a towel and come and join in on the fun!
Port Douglas
TAI CHI FOR HEALTH – Rex Smeal Park, Tuesdays at 9am
Tai Chi for Health is a program designed to improve balance, strength and coordination. This free program suits all ages and abilities. Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for health of mind and body.
In the event of adverse weather conditions, the session will be cancelled. All attendees must register online
If you have a disability or recovering from illness you may bring a chair and the class can be adapted to support you.
Every Tuesday from the 19th of January through to the 29th of June 2021
ZUMBA IN THE PARK – Sugar Wharf, Wednesdays at 5:15pm
Move, dance and have fun! Active8 Zumba incorporates routines and step aerobics with Latin dance rhythms. All ages and all abilities welcome, including kids! The class is held in Dixie Park, which is located next to the Sugar Wharf.
In the event of adverse weather conditions, the session will be cancelled . All attendees must register online
Every Wednesday until the 30th of June 2021
JUST START FITNESS – Rex Smeal Park, Thursdays at 9am
A free entry-level park based fitness program that can be started at any time.
No fitness experience or equipment required. Just fun, motivating, social workouts hosted by an accredited Active8 Instructor.
In the event of adverse weather conditions, the session will be cancelled
Every Thursday until the 24th of June 2021 . *The class will not be running on the 1st of April Participants must register online
Diwan
Tai Chi for Health – Diwan, Thursdays at 10.00am
Overlooking the beautiful World Heritage listed rainforest with accredited Master Instructor Yoshi. Tai Chi for Health is a program designed to improve balance, strength and coordination. This free program suits all ages and abilities, even those with disabilites.
Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for health of mind and body.
The class will be conducted at Alexander Bay Sports Club, Diwan . The session will still go ahead in wet weather with an undercover area available. All attendees must register online
If you have a disability or recovering from illness you may bring a chair and the class can be adapted to support you.
Please assist our instructors in keeping everyone safe by promptly departing after your class has concluded.
Classes will run every Thursday 21st of January – Thursday 24th of June 2021 *There will be no class on the 15th of April due to instructor training
Mossman
SENIORS MOVEMENT & PARKOUR – Mossman Gymnastics Club, Fridays at 10:30am
Free movement and fitness programs that challenges balance and fitness in a safer environment. Fun, laughter and social fitness for seniors or those who wish to improve coordination.
Classes will run every Friday at 10.30am from the 29th of January 2021 through to the 25th of June 2021
*excluding public holidays
Social distancing is a requirement of this class, all equipment used is sanitised prior to the class Please follow the instruction of the staff at Mossman Gymnastics Club.
Registrations can be completed on arrival.
LOW INTENSITY AQUAFIT– Mossman Pool, Wednesday 10-11am
Low intensity AQUAFIT classes have started back at Mossman Pool with our fun-loving instructor Helen. Dance, move and socialise in a safer environment in H2O.
Classes will run every Wednesday from January 13th through to June 30th*
*Aquafit has been cancelled for the period between Monday 17 May 2021 and Friday 18 June 2021 to allow for important repair work at the Mossman Pool to be completed.
For updates and cancellation information, please see the
Douglas Shire Council Facebook Page
