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Elwood St Kilda Neighbourhood Learning Centre (ESNLC)

87 Tennyson Street, Elwood For information about enrolment, please call 9531 1954.

For details visit www.esnlc.com.au or esnlc@esnlc.com.au Hero’s Journey for work - pathways to career and personal success Learn how to market yourself to get the job you want using LinkedIn, networking, social media, blogging, writing and computer skills. Ideal for anyone unemployed, out of the workforce or working and looking for a career change.

Thursdays 10 am - 3.30 pm

ARCS - Administration, reception and customer service The course offers on the job training and practical skills development through applied learning plus classroom based training and documentation of acquired knowledge by completion of a workbook.

Three days a fortnight 9.30 am - 1.30 pm for six month course

Connecting and

Strengthening Neighbourhoods through

Participation and

Free Cathy Horsley 9209 6530

http://www.portphillip.vic.gov.au/sparc_ theatre.htm

Microsoft Office, Windows 8, internet and email.

Beginners Wednesdays 9.30 am - 12 noon Intermediate Tuesdays 9.30 am - 3 pm $100 / $70 concession (10 weeks)

Yoga Simply show up and enjoy these wonderful classes with fully qualified instructors.

(Mats provided or bring your own) Tuesdays and Thursdays 6.30 pm - 7.40 pm or 7.45 pm - 9 pm Casual $10 / $7 Concession

Occasional Child Care Qualified carers and great developmental play for children six months - five years.

Available every weekday from 9.30 am - 1.30 pm

English as an additional Language Many different levels covering conversation, reading and writing.

Everyday 9.30 am - 1.30 pm $85 / $55 concession per term

Elwood Craft Group Enjoy individual and group works in a friendly chatty environment.

Monday 7 pm - 9 pm Gold coin donation

Walking group Great for local residents who want to meet new people and walk, walk, walk... sharing a coffee halfway. Meet out the front of the ESNLC. Fridays 9.30 am Free, coffee extra

iPads, tablets and smart phones Got the device but unsure how to use it?

Come and learn about apps and syncing.

Tuesdays 3.30 pm - 5.30 pm $100 / $70 concession (10 weeks)

Social Media Facebook,YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn - learn how to be connected for work or personal reasons.

Mondays 1 pm - 3 pm $90 / $60 concession (10 weeks)

French Teacher is native speaker. Course covers grammar and conversation. Different levels available.

Mondays or Thursdays 6.30 pm - 8 pm $160 per term

Inclusion Check out the numerous organisations offering activities and programs and use the contact details listed to make an enquiry or book a place.

Venue information also available at: www.portphillip.vic.gov.au/ hiring_community_centres.htm

Community Grants available Check out Council’s website

St Kilda East St Kilda and

Port Phillip Community Group (PPCG) Head office: 161 Chapel Street, St Kilda 3182 Phone: 8598 6600 www.ppcg.org.au

PPCG supports marginalised people in the pursuit of their interests and aspirations through innovative courses and programs in partnerships with local community organisations. As a Learn Local organisation PPCG provides pathways to further learning and work by building skills in digital literacy, communication and personal development. For more information on the community education program and eligibility contact PPCG.

Alma Road Community House (ARCH)

200 Alma Road, East St Kilda Phone: 9525 8746 www.ppcg.org.au ARCH is operated by Port Philip Community Group (PPCG) and is an ideal venue for playgroups, community activities and adult education, available for children’s parties and community events.

KickStart Art Class An inclusive visual arts course to restart your learning after life and health challenges.

Tuesdays 2 pm - 4 pm during school term Donation towards materials 8598 6633 learn@ppcg.org.au

Rummy Tiles Group Come and enjoy this traditional tile game as well as some afternoon tea.

Every second Sunday 1.30 pm - 5 pm $2 donation (refreshments are served)

Port Phillip Life Activities Club (PPLAC) The Port Phillip Life Activities Club is a friendly, social club for over 45’s. Its activities include bushwalking, local walks, bike riding, bridge, mah-jong, dine-outs, theatre, cinema and book groups, etc.

Membership Secretary 9646 1316 www.life.org.au/pplac

Sunny 9525 4220 or ARCH office 9525 8746

Dads in Distress A peer support and referral network for men going through the trauma of family breakdown and separation from their children.

Mondays from 7.30 pm Gold coin donation 1300 853 437 www.dadsindistress.asn.au

St Kilda Library Community Room

150 Carlisle Street, St Kilda 3182 Phone: 9209 6351 Balaclava Toastmasters

Chess Club Enjoy challenging others to a game of good old chess.

Tuesdays (during school term) Juniors 6 pm - 7.30 pm All Ages 7.40 pm

Help improve your public speaking and leadership skills and meet new people.

Second and forth Tuesdays 6.30 pm - 8 pm at St Kilda Library.

Speak to Michael or refer to the website

Paula Harris 0408 133 186 paula.harris@oracle.com

Michael Gluzman 0425 887 218 www.stkildachess.org.au

Roomers Magazine Weekly writing workshops for residents of supported housing and rooming houses in the City of Port Phillip.

Yoga-Me-Well Gently progressive spiritual yoga to support life’s ups and downs, small groups.

Tuesdays 1.30 pm - 3.30 pm Philippa 9531 1954

The Hungarian Language School Interested in learning Hungarian? This course includes two - sixteen week programs Thursdays 7.30 pm - 8.45 pm Tibor 0448 105 659

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Thursdays 6.15 pm - 7.15 pm 7.30 pm - 8.30 pm Term and flexi passes available Lisa Mitchell 0409 473 162 www.yogamewell.com.au

SPARC Theatre

St Kilda Uniting Care Church Hall 101 Carlisle Street, St Kilda Inclusive of people living in supported accommodation and rooming houses including those with an acquired brain injury. The SPARC Theatre program is inclusive of people who live in supported accommodation. SPARC Theatre meets to explore drama, acting, singing and other art forms.

Weekly starting July 2016 (Check Council Website for more info re dates and times) Free - limited transport provided for those living locally Cathy Horsley 9209 6530 http://www.portphillip.vic.gov.au/sparc_ theatre.htm

Betty Day Community Centre

67 Argyle Street, St Kilda St Kilda Community Newspaper Inc. St Kilda Community Newspaper Inc operates Work for the Dole and volunteer activities. Get your article or photo published in St Kilda News, be part of a local team or contribute in another important way.

1300 48 55 11 contact@stkildanews.com

Mindfulness Meditation Become less anxious more engaged and energised. Increase your capacity for deep relaxation and sleep. The course is based on the MBSR course of Dr. Jon KabatZinn integrated with other mindfulness meditation practises.

Wednesdays 6.30 - 8.30 pm Eight week course $350 Jennifer 0425713191 jen@mindfullife.com.au

Australian Hearing Making hearing easier.

Tuesdays fortnightly 9.15 am - 4.15 pm Caulfield office 9524 7100 or 131 797 www.hearing.com.au/stkilda

Visit a Library to tap into the amazing amount of resources available

Yoga / Five Element Slow Flow

Trugo

Take a break from your busy life, slow down and (re)connect with your own body via the breath, through practises aligned with the seasons, within smaller groups and a peaceful, non-intimidating environment.

Want a fun way to get fit and healthy? Come along and learn to play this unique Australian game.

Experienced trugo players are ready and able to show you how to play. Trugo is suitable for all ages and fitness levels. All equipment is provided.

South Melbourne

Tuesdays and Thursdays 6.30 pm (60 minutes) in seven week blocks - bookings essential Pay as you go or save by pre-paying upfront

If you are over 50 years of age and health and fitness is important to you then join our Russian speaking dance/aerobics group led by a professional instructor.

Tuesdays 4 pm and Saturdays 9.30 am Larisa 9527 9246

Hot Lunch Service (Centre Based Meals Program) A nutritious hot lunch service is provided in the dining room and may be a suitable option for those who may be socially isolated, or have difficulty preparing a meal.

Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays) from 11.30 am - 1 pm $4.50 two course meal or $6 three course meal to CoPP residents aged 55+ and any person with a disability and their carer.

9209 6422 or 9209 6441 meals@portphillip.vic.gov.au

ZUMBA Fitness Zumba fuses Latin flavour, musical rhythms and tantalising moves to create a dynamic workout system which is fun and easy to do.

Thursday evenings 6 pm - 7.30 pm (wear comfortable gym wear and supportive sneakers) $12 for 50 minutes (10 packs available for $99) admin@zumbaunited.com.au www.zumbaunited.com.au

South Melbourne Town Hall Community Hub 208 – 220 Bank Street, South Melbourne

The South Melbourne Town Hall Community Hub is a key venue to support local community groups servicing Port Phillip. Six community organisations operate from the Hub: • ABC Friends Vic 9682 0073 • office@abcfriends.org.au www.fabc.org.au/ • Save Albert Park 9690 3855 • savap@vicnet.net.au • Port Phillip Citizens for Reconciliation 9507 5567 • rule@comcen.com.au • Boon Wurrung Foundation 9632 9578 • info@boonwurrung.org.au www.boonwurrung.org.au • Port Phillip Life Activities Club newsletter@pplac.org.au • Sputnik Russian Cultural and Television Association sputnikrctva@hotmail.com Two meeting rooms are available for hire at South Melbourne Town Hall Community Hub Contact Community Facilities 9209 6349 email comfacil@portphillip.vic.gov.au

South Melbourne Toastmasters Public speaking and communication skills development.

Second and forth Tuesday of month 6 pm-9.30 pm

Inner South Family and Friends A community support group for families and friends of people with a serious mental illness from Port Phillip, Glen Eira and Stonnington. Carers from outside these areas are also welcome. The group provides and circulates information on resources available for people with a mental illness and their carers; latest developments in mental health; offers guest speakers at meetings and website updates.

Second Tuesday of month 7.30 pm - 9 pm

Harold Grimwood 9646 4837

Slimmers Group

Chris 0424 278 342 chris@samyoga.com / www.samyoga.com

Gymnastics/Yoga/Pilates

Tuesdays 1 pm - 3 pm

9525 5973 or 0411 126 508 kirsty.macculloch@gmail.com

The Awakening Network Meditation The Awakening Network runs meditation evenings during which we teach meditations that can contribute to health, general wellbeing, the achievement of goals, dealing with personal issues and problems, and the expansion of spiritual awareness.

First Wednesday each month 7 pm - 9 pm

Membership is free 9076 4713 faf@alfred.org.au / www.ispaf.org

0413 046 785 • contact@awakenw.net

South Melbourne Community Centre

Corner Park Street and Ferrars Place, South Melbourne South Melbourne Dance Centre Dance classes for children, girls and boys aged twofive years to teenagers. Fairy ballet, classical ballet, jazz and ballet tap for all children from different backgrounds. Community children’s contemporary dance group performs at many events.

Tuesdays and Thursdays 4 pm - 7.30 pm Friday 9.30 am - 10.30 am Saturday 10 am - 1 pm 9521 2367 or 0406 488 845

A weight loss club run by volunteers, supporting people to be healthier with incentive programs, weekly weigh in, advice and encouragement.

Mondays 5 pm - 7 pm Nola 9690 5828 bnocormick@0ptusnet.com.au

Tai Chi for Seniors Tuesdays 9.30 am - 11 am

Port Melbourne Neighbourhood Centre 9645 1476

Ballroom Dancing (Old Time / New Vogue) Thursdays 1 pm - 4 pm (alternative Thursdays)

$4 Pat O’Sullivan 9645 1460

Brandragon Morris - Dance Morris a traditional English folk dancing style and Brandragon is Melbourne’s only North West Morris group. We dance to live unamplified music and voice. We are a fun, diverse and friendly group all ages, genders and levels of ability.

Mondays 8 pm - 10 pm brangragon@morris.org.au

City of Voices Community Theatre A non-discriminatory, non-profit creative environment for people interested in the performing arts to develop their creative potential. All you need is an interest in theatre and a willingness to play, regardless of age disability or culture.

Wednesdays 5 pm - 7.30 pm Port Melbourne Neighbourhood Centre 9645 1476

Asbestos Diseases Society of Victoria Asbestos Diseases support group.

Second and third Wednesday of month 10 am - 3 pm Shirley Bare 0412 537 819

Seishinkan Iaido Study and teaching of the traditional Japanese martial art of Iaido. Whilst this is a traditional combative martial art, it is practiced in a manner that is both safe and suitable for study by people of all ages and physical abilities and offers development of balance, precision, etiquette, mental and physical control.

Wednesday 8 pm to 10 pm Shirley Bare 0411 709 870 shinjitsuryu@gmail.com

Polish Language Schools and Scouts

Sol Green Community Centre

The school caters for students born overseas as well as those born in Australia.

Classes for students from prep to year nine and adults

Corner Montague and Coventry streets South Melbourne Exercises for all ages TechCamp for children Working in teams of two and sharing a Lego Mindstorms EV3 Robotics kit and a computer, children will be introduced to core computer programming, logic and reasoning skills using a robotics engineering context.

Saturday 9 am - 12 pm Dr Jeff Harris 0405 394 319 harrisj67@me.com www.techcamp.com.au

Golden Age Club Social Support for the members of Russian speaking Jewish community of Port Phillip. Concerts, lectures, Dancing for Health group, cultural celebrations, Australian holidays celebrations.

Thursday 5 pm - 9 pm (Contact for event dates) Nellie 0425 732 325 mellie@ncjwa.org.au

Tracy Steward Pilates Reasonably priced Pilates classes for the community for a healthier, fitter life.

Wednesdays 6.30 pm - 7.30 pm $20 Tracy 0402 597 429

Victorian Astrology Association Educational astrological lectures and workshops.

Opportunity to learn astrology and/or increase the knowledge of various aspects of astrology.

Third Saturday of month 1.30 pm - 5 pm astroherald@hotmail.com

Port Phillip Greek Dance Group Learn about Greek dance, history and culture.

Provides participants an opportunity to meet weekly to dance, socialise and learn about Greek history, language, music and culture.

Mondays 7.30 pm - 9 pm Dora 0407 892 266

Spellmasters Australia Spellmasters run spelling competitions for school children up to Year nine to improve their understanding of the English language, their spelling techniques and in consequence their comprehension, and communication skills.

Locals are also invited to volunteer to help at the monthly rounds.

Competitions run on a Sunday 1 pm - 4.30 pm Lili 0418 554 013 for competition dates info@spellmasters.com.au

Arts - Juggling workshops Juggling and circus workshops has a health and wellbeing benefit both physically and mentally, as well as a social aspect. Open to all ages (over 10 years) and abilities.

Polish School for Today Monday and Thursday 6 pm - 7 pm Saturday 10.30 am - 12 noon

Monday 9 am - 10 am $5 Port Melbourne Neighbourhood Centre - 9645 1476

Polish Community Council of Victoria Saturday 12.30 pm - 3.30 pm children classes

Monday drop-in with lunch

Monika Dzierba 0466 822 763 admin@polishschool4today.com.au

Monday 11 am - 3 pm Donation for meal and activity Port Melbourne Neighbourhood Centre - 9645 1476

Polish Scouts Saturday 3.30 pm - 4.30 pm

Flag (Friday Leisurely Arts Group) Friday 1.30 - 3.30 pm

kpasz.zhp@gmail.com

South Port Uniting Care Youth Services

Free (afternoon tea and transport provided)

For details on all of the sessions below phone 9690 1188 or www.southportuc.org.au

Social Inclusion team 9209 6738

Lunch at the Green Friday 1 pm to 3 pm Free (lunch included and transport provided)

Girl Zone

Social Inclusion team 9209 6738

Mental Health Music Network Wild@heART’s programs support local people who live with mental illness and other disadvantage and include song writing, music playing, video making courses; recording and performance.

Inspires, motivates, and empowers young girls in Years five and six by engaging them in safe, fun, and affordable recreational activities while providing positive female role models.

Tuesdays 4 pm - 6 pm

Friday Night Lounge Friday Night Lounge is a recreation and leadership program for young people aged 12-18 years who study, work or live in the City of Port Phillip.

The aim of the program is to provide young people with constructive, meaningful and inexpensive activities.

Thursday 12 pm - 5 pm “Bipolar Bears” Wednesday 1 pm - 4 pm Philip Heuzenroeder 0402 812 428 phil@wildatheart.org.au

City North Physiotherapy Fitness class for moderately fit older adults. Run by a physiotherapist, the class consists of a combination of aerobic activity, strengthening and stretching exercises.

Friday 5 pm - 9 pm

Monday 7.30 pm - 9 pm 9328 3733 sgertzel@bigpond.net.au

Emerald Hill Art Group The group gets together to paint under the supervision of a tutor. The aim is to take art seriously, but to have fun and enjoy the experience. Annual exhibitions enrich the cultural life of the City.

Wednesdays 9 am to 1 pm $120 per 10 week term 9690 4906 digyngelltaylor@yahoo.com.au

Are you interested in gardening?

There are many friendly knowledgeable community garden groups to visit.

Monday 5 pm - 7 pm during school terms sstrano@portphillip.vic.gov.au or 9209 6653

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Melbourne Laughter Club

Albert Park, Middle Park West St Kilda and

Mary Kehoe Community Centre

224 Danks Street, Albert Park U3A Port Phillip

Our continuing program of different topics, courses in languages, current affairs, music, drama, art and history is supplemented by interesting new courses each year. All classes are conducted by experienced tutors. Come along and join in.

Monday-Friday plus monthly Saturday seminars open to the public free of charge A one-off annual fee covers as many classes as you want to attend.

Office 9696 3495 between 10 am - 3 pm u3app@u3app.org.au and visit www.u3app.org.au

Port Phillip Life Activities Club Saturday Book Club and Mahjong Book Club

First Saturday each month 3 pm - 6 pm Rosie 9646 1533

MahJong

Second and forth Saturday each month 12 pm - 3.30 pm Kath 0407 008 388

Studio Italiano

Small size Italian language classes with a strong focus on conversational Italian.

We provide friendly, non-threatening learning environments, where language acquisition occurs both formally and informally.We also offer traveller’s courses throughout the year.

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 6.30 pm - 9.30 pm Franca 0433 374 222 or visit www.studioitaliano.com.au

Mary Kehoe Senior Club - Social Bingo Thursday 1 pm - 4.30 pm 9690 2327

South Melbourne Gardening Club The club has been going for over 30 years as a vital friendship group. Social meetings with like-minded people, includes supper and guest speakers.

Third Wednesday of every month 9645 7490

Kadampa Meditation Centre Melbourne

Weekly drop-in meditation and Buddhism classes.

Monday 6.30 pm - 9.30 pm $15 per class 0438 372 398 education@meditationinmelbourne.org

Laughter Classes using Laughter Yoga. Laughter Yoga is a process that enables anyone to laugh at any time, even when they don’t feel like it.

Monday 6 pm - 7 pm $5 Donation Belinda 0413 799 342 belindan1@yahoo.com.au

Zumba Gold - Low Impact Modified Dance Fitness Perfect for beginners to active older adults, or recovering from injuries. Focusing on all elements of fitness, cardiovascular, range of motion, muscular conditioning, flexibility, co-ordination and balance. No experience needed - just follow my lead.

Tuesdays 6.30 pm - 7.20 pm (50 mins) $12 casual $10 senior card holders only (first class is half price) Contact Tracy 0404 287 580 tracy.constantinou@bigpond.com or www.zumba.com

Middle Park Community Centre

Corner Nimmo and Richardson Streets, Middle Park Taoist Tai Chi Taoist Tai Chi places particular emphasis on health improvement. The combination of turning and stretching in each move works to release tension, restore proper breathing, increase balance and flexibility and improve circulation and energy.

Suitable for all ages.

Playgroups in Port Phillip Playgroups are a great way for parents and children to learn from each other and meet other local families. There are many playgroups operating from Port Phillip community facilities.

To obtain information about existing playgroups in Port Phillip, go to Playgroups Victoria www.playgroup.org.au and search ‘Find a Playgroup’. Contact Family, Youth and Children Community Support Officer on 9209 6777 or fyccommunitysupport@portphillip.vic.gov.au

Borrow from your local Toy Library There are a number of toy libraries operating within the City of Port Phillip. Toy libraries are membership-based and enable members to borrow toys for their children (zero-eight years of age) during weekly borrowing times, in exchange for a modest yearly fee and assisting with the operation of the library.

Elwood Toy Library Elwood/St Kilda Neighbourhood Learning Centre, 87 Tennyson Street

9531 1679 eltoylib@gmail.com

Middle Park Toy Library (formerly Emerald Hill) Middle Park Community Centre, 256 Richardson Street

Beginners Friday 9.30 am - 11 am and Wednesday 6.30 pm - 8 pm

Tuesdays 9.30 am - 11 am Saturdays 9.30 am - 11 am

Monday 6.30 pm - 8.30 pm and Friday 11 am - 12.30 pm Taoist Tai Chi 9645 4662 mirionb@bigpond.com.au

Sunrise Yoga

0448 902 378 middleparktoylibrary@gmail.com

Port Melbourne Toy Library Port Melbourne Town Hall, 333 Bay Street Wednesdays 11.30 am -12.30 pm Saturdays 10.30 am - 11.30 am

Saturday 7.30 am - 10 am Casual rate $18 Elaine 0488 933 288 elaineandpeter@bigpond.com

Kids First Aid Kids First Aid offers the only first aid courses delivered exclusively by experienced paramedics, designed to teach parents and caregivers how to respond calmly and confidently to 10 of the most common first aid emergency situations.

Second Sunday 2.30 pm - 5.30 pm Jenna Mackay 0431 325 229 jenna@kidsfirstaid.com.au

Broadband for Seniors This is a volunteer-based opportunity for anyone over the age of 50.

Introductory lessons on using email and the internet with one-on-one tuition under the careful guidance of volunteers.

Absolutely no prior knowledge required.

By appointment 9645 1476

Wednesday 9.30 am to 11.30 am Friday 9.30 am to 11.30 am Saturday 9.30 am to 11.30 am

pmtoylibrary@gmail.com

South Melbourne Toy Library *NEW* Clarendon Family Centre, 400 Clarendon Street

Thursday 9.30 am to 11 am Saturday 9.30 am to 11 am

0435 903 665 southmelbournetoylibrary@gmail.com

Port Melbourne Port Melbourne Neighbourhood Centre Head Office: 154 Liardet Street, Port Melbourne 3207

Port Melbourne Neighbourhood Centre is a non-profit community-based organisation that provides a wide variety of courses, activities and volunteering opportunities for the residents of the City of Port Phillip, and other areas.

For more information call 9645 1476, admin@pmnc.org.au or visit www.pmnc.org.au

Computers Level One

Computers for beginners with introduction to PC email and internet.

Thursdays 9.30 am - 12 pm 20 hours over eight weeks $50 concession / $80

Computers Level Two Including beginners Word and Excel.

Thursdays 12.30 am - 3 pm 20 hours over eight weeks $50 concession / $80

Liardet Community Centre

154 Liardet Street, Port Melbourne Zumba Gold - Low Impact Modified Dance Fitness Perfect for beginners to active older adults, or recovering from injuries. Focusing on all elements of fitness: cardiovascular, range of motion, muscular conditioning, flexibility, co-ordination and balance. No experience needed - just follow my lead.

Mondays 5.30 pm - 6.20 pm and 6.30 pm - 7.20 pm (50 mins)

Wednesdays 6 pm - 6.50 pm (50 mins)

Wednesdays NEW Zumba Gold Toning 6.55 pm - 7.25 pm (30 mins) flat rate of $8 casual or $5 if staying on from 6 pm class. (No senior discount applies)

Thursdays 6 pm - 6.50 pm (50 mins) $12 casual and $10 senior card holders only (first class is half price) Tracy 0404 287 580 or email tracy.constantinou@bigpond.com or www.zumba.com

Satdy Avro Communicator Toastmasters Club Learn public speaking and leadership skills in a supportive peer environment.

Fridays 10.30 am - 1 pm 20 hours over eight weeks

English as a Second Language Improve skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking. Includes grammar, pronunciation, conversation, current affairs and more.

Beginners / Intermediate.

Tuesdays 9.30 am - 2 pm, eight weeks $35 / $50 / $90

Reading and Writing Improve your literacy and numeracy skills.

Tuesdays 12.30 am - 3 pm, eight weeks FREE / $50 / $90

Gentle Exercise to Music Friday 9.15 am - 10:15 am $5 per class

Olga 0419 392 308 or email info@dance101.com.au Tiny Tutus offers beginner ballet lessons with classes from age 16 months to toddler and kids ballet up to seven years of age.

Port Melbourne Thursdays 9.30 am - Teeny Tiny class 10.05 am - two and a half years to three and a half years class 10.50 am - three and a half years to five years class 1300 245 060 • www.tinytutus.com.au to see 2015 updated timetable

Argentine Tango Dancing Experience the vibrant movement and expression of Salsa and Tango.

No partner required.

Thursdays 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm Salsa and Tango social event the last Saturday every month 7 pm to 9.30 pm

Hare Krishna Food for Life Distribution of free vegetarian meals.

are available for hire

$12 casual and $10 senior card holders only (first class is half price) Tracy 0404 287 580 or email tracy.constantinou@bigpond.com or www.zumba.com

Vouvaris International Taekwondo Whether it’s for competition, keeping fit, losing weight, or learning how to defend one self. In a safe and disciplined environment you will learn to train your body physically and mentally. Instructed by a registered member of the International Taekwondo Federation (Forth Degree Black Belt). Private or group self-defence classes are available for men and women. Classes suitable from age nine+.

Alex 0402 354 959 or alexvouvaris@gmail.com

Natalia and Alberto on 9687 3295 albertocortez@optusnet.com.au

Community spaces

Fridays 9.10 am - 10 am (50 mins)

Vince 0413 734 707 www.satdyarvotoastmasters.org

Tiny Tutus

$50 concession / $80

Perfect for beginners to active older adults, or recovering from injuries. Focusing on all elements of fitness: cardiovascular, range of motion, muscular conditioning, flexibility, co-ordination and balance. No experience needed - just follow my lead.

Tuesday 7 pm

Tuesday 6.30 pm - 8 pm

Learn to navigate, customise, download apps, email and more.

Upstairs, 147 Liardet Street Port Melbourne Zumba Gold - Low Impact Modified Dance Fitness

Third Saturday of month 1 pm - 4 pm

Dance 101

Intro to iPad

Port Melbourne Community Room

Wednesday 6 - 7 pm Temple 9699 5122

Itsy Bitsy Chef We provide school aged children a fun and ‘hands on’ educational experience with all five senses being used in this two hour cooking class.

Available for after school, children’s parties and school holiday programs.

Monday to Friday 4 pm to 6 pm $27 for two hour class.

0425 745 784 info@itsybitsychef.com.au or www.itsybitsychef.com.au

Port Melbourne Toastmasters Club Learn public speaking and leadership skills in a supportive peer environment.

First and third Wednesday 7 pm - 9 pm Annual membership fee please apply (free as guest) Liz 0418 576 920 toastmasterluz@gmail.com

Port Phillip community space to use

Fishermans Bend Community Centre

Looking for a venue for a special occasion/activity?

Council has a range of community centres available for casual hire across Port Phillip.

A list of the venues in various suburbs is listed below. For further details and photos, go to: www.portphillip.vic.gov.au/local_ community_centres.htm www.portphillip.vic.gov.au/hiring_ community_centres.htm or email comfacil@portphillip.vic.gov.au

Corner Dunstan Parade and Centre Avenue, Garden City Fisherman’s Bend Community Centre is closed due to renovations and will be reopening in April 2016.

For all enquiries regarding the Fisherman’s Bend Community Centre please contact the Community Facilities Officer on 9209 6351.

Groups returning to Fisherman’s Bend Community Centre once renovations are completed:

St. Kilda venues

Vouvaris International Taekwondo

South Melbourne, Middle Park and Albert Park venues

Whether it’s for competition, keeping fit, losing weight, or learning how to defend one self. In a safe and disciplined environment you will learn to train your body physically and mentally. Instructed by a registered member of the International Taekwon-Do Federation (Forth Degree Black Belt). Private or group self-defence classes are available for men and women. Classes suitable from age nine+.

Wednesday 7 pm Alex on 0402 354 959 or alexvouvaris@gmail.com

Port Phillip Life Activities Club Badminton Group

Contact 9209 6371 Betty Day Community Centre St Kilda Library Community Room

Do you have a Volunteer story to share?

Contact 9209 6349 Middle Park Community Centre Mary Kehoe Community Centre South Melbourne Community Centre Sol Green Community Centre Sth Melbourne Town Hall Community Hub

Port Melbourne venues

Contact 9209 6351 Port Melbourne Community Centre Sandridge Community Centre Liardet Community Centre Port Melbourne Community Room Fishermen’s Bend Community Centre

Thursdays 8 pm - 10 pm Free kathrynfrowen@gmail.com

50’s and over social group Thursday 1 pm - 3 pm Carole 9645 2134

Tap Dancing classes (Tappers of Share and Care) Wednesdays 1 pm - 3 pm $5 per class Carol 9645 2369

www.portphillip.vic.gov.au/ contact_us.htm

Fisherman’s Bend Gymnastics Club has moved locations For more information check out their website www.fbgc.org.au or email enquiries@fbgc.org.au.

Port Melbourne Community Centre and Trugo Club 219 Esplanade East, Port Melbourne Trugo Want a fun way to get fit and healthy?

Come along and learn to play this unique Australian game. Experienced Trugo players are ready and able to show you how to play the game. Trugo is suitable for all ages and fitness levels. All equipment is provided.

Ken 0426 237 328

Sandridge Community Centre and Trugo Club

Phone: 03 9209 6777 Facsimile: 03 9536 2722 SMS: 0432 005 405 email: assist@portphillip.vic.gov.au

1 Tucker Avenue, Garden City Trugo Want a fun way to get fit and healthy? Come along and learn to play this unique Australian game. Experienced trugo players are ready and able to show you how to play the game.

Trugo is suitable for all ages and fitness levels. All equipment is provided.

Veree 9646 4292

Port Phillip Life Activities Club - Bridge Eddie 9645 2427 pplac@life.org.au

For more information please visit: www.relayservice.gov.au Please contact ASSIST on 03 9209 6777 if you require a large print version.

Information included in this publication (including costs) is accurate at the time of publishing but is subject to change. © January 2016 City of Port Phillip

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