wellness
Mentone Launches Free Community Fitness Events This Weekend
Mentone residents can join no-cost group sessions at local parks and centres starting this weekend.
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Free group fitness sessions begin this weekend at two Mentone sites, with the first classes scheduled for 8am on July 12 at Mentone Reserve and 6pm on July 13 along the Beach Road foreshore.
July marks the start of the Mentone Active Living calendar, which runs through the end of the month and draws on council funding that increased by $18,000 this year. The timing aligns with cooler mornings that suit outdoor movement for people who avoid summer heat.
Venues and weekly schedule
Organisers have booked Mentone Reserve off Balcombe Road for Saturday morning boot camps that include bodyweight circuits and stretching. The same team uses the paved path beside Beach Road for Tuesday and Thursday evening walks that end at the Mentone Pier. Both locations sit within a 10-minute walk of the Mentone railway station, making them reachable without a car.
The Mentone Community Centre on Nepean Highway hosts indoor options on rainy days, including chair-based strength classes on Wednesdays at 10am. All sessions remain open to any adult resident and require only a free online registration through the council website.
Numbers and next steps
Last July the same program recorded 312 total attendances across its four weekly slots. This month organisers expect similar turnout after adding an extra Saturday class on July 26. No equipment fees apply, though participants are asked to bring a water bottle and wear closed shoes.
People can check the updated timetable on the Mentone Active Living page or call the community centre on 9584 1234 before heading out. Those new to group exercise are advised to arrive 10 minutes early for a short safety briefing at either site.