Live and Learn Course Guide 2019

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LIVE AND LEARN Community centres | Courses and classes

Elwood and Ripponlea

Computer, smartphone and iPad classes taught in Russian

St Kilda and East St Kilda

Computer classes Mondays 10 am to 12 pm Smartphone and iPad classes Wednesdays 11 am to 1 pm $5 per term

Betty Day Community Centre 67 Argyle Street St Kilda

EAL for Russians

Tuesdays 1 pm to 4 pm $25 per term

Elwood Community Choir

Elwood St Kilda Neighbourhood Learning Centre (ESNLC)

Wednesdays 7.30 pm to 9 pm $90 for nine weeks or $15 per session Jeannie 0432 088 284

English as an additional language Monday to Thursday 9.30 am to 1.30 pm $95 per term or $65 concession

Alma Road Community House (ARCH)

87 Tennyson Street Elwood

A warm, vibrant and inclusive hub that supports, educates and empowers members of the Elwood and St Kilda communities, offering a variety of courses and classes.

French

Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings for 1.5 hours $200 per term Amanda 0405 086 480

ARCS

Intermediate Computers

Fun lessons on how to create artwork.

All levels welcome.

Thursdays 1 pm to 3 pm Gold coin donation Pat 03 8598 6667

iPads, Tablets and Smartphones

Chess Club

Customer service and reception training to build employability skills.

Thursdays 9.30 am to 12.30 pm Free with concession card

Beginner Computer

Fridays 10.30 am to 1.00 pm $100 or $70 concession

Bones for Life Feldenkaris

Strengthening of bones and bone density.

Thursdays 2 pm to 3 pm $9 for nine weeks or $15 per session Ruth 9531 7222

Computer Club

Wednesdays 1 pm to 4 pm Saturdays 9.30 am to 12.30 pm $3 per hour

Tuesdays 9.30 am to 3 pm $100 or $70 concession for 10 weeks

Learn to use your device Tuesdays 3.30 pm to 5.30 pm $100 or $70 concession for 10 weeks

Walking Group

200 Alma Road East St Kilda

Supporting the local community and nonprofit groups servicing Port Phillip.

Art Attack Art Class

Juniors Tuesdays 6.30 pm to 7.30 pm All ages Tuesdays from 7.40 pm Michael 0425 887 218 stkildachess.org.au

Fridays 9.30 am

WorkReady

Learn practical skills for job searching and returning to work.

Thursday 1 pm to 3 pm

Cover image City of Voices members and facilitators at Sol Green Community Centre, South Melbourne

Help improve your public speaking and leadership skills.

Second and fourth Tuesday of the month 6.30 pm to 8 pm Angel 0472 536 307 angel_pr1984@hotmail.com

Dance/Aerobics Group

Russian speaking dance/aerobics for over 50’s.

Tuesdays 4.30 pm and Saturdays 9.30 am Larisa 03 9527 9246 Wednesdays 7 pm to 8.30 pm hoopsthighsbuttocks.com

Tuesdays and Thursdays Beginners 6.30 pm to 7.40 pm Intermediate 7.45 pm to 9 pm $10 or $7 concession

Inner South Family and Friends (ISFAF)

Build basic computer and social media skills. Bring your own laptop or one is provided.

Mondays 10 am to 12 noon Gold coin donation Pat 03 8598 6667

Dads in Distress

Peer support and referral network for men going through family breakdown.

Mondays 7.30 pm Gold coin donation 1300 853 437 call first if possible dadsindistress.asn.au

03 9209 6371 for venues in St Kilda 03 9209 6349 for venues in South Melbourne, Middle Park and Albert Park 03 9209 6351 for venues in Port Melbourne portphillip.vic.gov.au

Balaclava Toastmasters

Yoga

Community centres across the City of Port Phillip are available for hire. Get in touch today to create your space.

comfacil@portphillip.vic.gov.au

Learn to use Auslan with Expression Learning.

03 9473 1111 auslan@expression.com.au

Hula hooping

Computers at ARCH

Auslan

English students and teachers at Elwood St Kilda Neighbourhood Learning Centre

CONNECTING COMMUNITIES

Port Phillip Community Group (PPCG) 161 Chapel Street St Kilda

PPCG provides a range of centre-based and outreach programs and services to address complex issues.

A support group for families and friends of individuals suffering from mental illness.

Second Tuesday of the month 7.30 pm Gold coin donation 03 9076 4713 isfaf@alfred.org.au ispaf.org

St Kilda Adult Glee Club

No singing auditions or experience necessary. info@adultgleeclub.com.au adultgleeclub.com.au

The Hungarian Language School for Adults

Thursdays 7.30 pm to 8.45 pm starting 21 February 2019 $250 per semester Tibor 0448 105 659

Weight Watchers

Supportive weight loss group and wellness coaching.

Mondays 6.30 pm Online coaching from $22.50 per month Group coaching from $39.75 per month Personal coaching from $96.50 per month 13 19 97 weightwatchers.com/au

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Community centres across the City of Port Phillip are available for hire. Get in touch today to create your space.

03 9209 6371 for venues in St Kilda 03 9209 6349 for venues in South Melbourne, Middle Park and Albert Park 03 9209 6351 for venues in Port Melbourne comfacil@portphillip.vic.gov.au www.portphillip.vic.gov.au

Sol Green Community Centre

South Melbourne

U3A Port Phillip

Classes including language, current affairs, music, drama, art and history.

Monday to Friday 10 am to 3 pm 03 9696 3495 u3app.org.au

Albert Park, Middle Park and

St Kilda West

Corner of Montague and Coventry streets South Melbourne Emerald Hill Art Group

Middle Park Community Centre

Get together as a group and paint with tutored supervision.

Wednesdays 9 am to 1.30 pm 10 week term digyngelltaylor@yahoo.com.au

Exercises/Stretch Classes for all ages

Ferrars Street Education and Community Facility

South Melbourne Primary School 129 Ferrars Street, Southbank South Melbourne

Seishinkan Iaido Martial Arts Members at Ferrars Street Education and Community Facility

Mum and Buds Zumba Fitness

Low impact fitness for mums and buds.

Wednesdays 9.15 am to 10 am $10 per class Tracy 0404 287 580 tracy.constantinou@bigpond.com

South Melbourne Community Centre

Corner of Park Street and Ferrars Place South Melbourne Asbestos Diseases Society of Victoria, Asbestos Diseases Support Group Playgroup For Pre-schoolers

Activities whilst discussing parenting topics.

Wednesdays 10am to 12pm Free Jacqui 0412 514 421

South Melbourne Town Hall Community Hub 220 Bank Street South Melbourne

Friends of the ABC

03 9682 0073 fabcvic@vicnet.net.au fabc.org.au

Save Albert Park

03 9690 3855 savap@vicnet.net.au

Port Phillip Citizens for Reconciliation

0418 675 734 rosemary.rule@gmail.com

Sputnik Russian Cultural and Television Association sputnikrctva@hotmail.com

The Awakening Network Meditation

Meditation that can contribute to overall health and wellbeing.

First Wednesday of the month 7 pm to 9 pm 03 5793 8477 or 0413 046 785 contact@awakenw.net

CONNECTING COMMUNITIES

Mondays and Tuesdays 9 am to 10 am 03 9645 1476

Third Wednesday of the month 10.30 am to 2.30 pm Shirley 0412 537 819

Ballroom Dancing to Old Time New Vogue

Thursdays fortnightly 1 pm to 4 pm Pat 03 9645 1460

Brandragon Morris Dance

A traditional English folk dancing style for all ages and ability.

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

City of Voices Community Theatre

An inclusive, creative environment for people interested in the performing arts.

Wednesdays 4 pm to 7.30 pm 03 9645 1476

Golden Age Club

Social support and recreational/cultural activities for Russian speaking Jews.

Nellie 0425 732 325 nellie.khoroshina@ncjwavic.org.au

Port Phillip Greek and Latin Dancing Group

Flag (Friday Leisurely Arts Group)

Fridays 1.30 pm to 3.30 pm Free. Afternoon tea and transport provided 03 9209 6738

Seishinkan Iaido

Non-contact martial art training suitable for any age group or fitness level.

Wednesdays 8 pm to 10 pm Brendan 0411 709 870 shinjitsuryu@gmail.com

South Melbourne Dance Centre

Dance classes for children aged two to eight years old. Beginner to advanced ballet, jazz, tap and musical theatre.

Tuesdays and Thursdays 4 pm to 7.30 pm Fridays 9.30 am to 11am Saturdays 9.30 am to 11am 03 9521 2367 or 0406 488 845

Tai Chi for Seniors

Tuesdays 9.30 am to 11 am 03 9645 1476

Tarot Guild of Australia

Monthly presentations on tarot cards.

First Saturday of the month 11.30 am to 4.30 pm

Tracy Steward Pilates

Improve your posture, health and wellbeing.

Wednesdays 6.30 pm to 7.30 pm 0402 597 429

Trugo

Trugo is a unique Australian game suitable for all fitness levels. Equipment provided.

Tuesdays 11 am to 3 pm Harold 03 9646 4837

VectorVest User Group

Learn about Greek and Latin dance, history and culture.

Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays 8 pm to 9.30 pm Dora 0407 892 266

A group of people interested in financial investments.

Allan 0409 798 640 alanmckay@bigpond.com

Rawcus Theatre Company

Victorian Astrology Association

A unique ensemble of performers with and without disability.

Wednesdays 9 am to 1 pm Free Jacque 0421 103 877

Educational astrological lectures and workshops.

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

Lunch at the Green

Fridays 12.30 pm to 3 pm Free. Lunch and transport provided 03 9209 6738

Polish Community Council of Victoria

Saturdays 12.30 pm to 3.30 pm Monika 0426 829 837 monikakrajewski@hotmail.com

Polish School for Today

Polish language lessons for adults offered for all levels.

Mondays 6 pm to 7 pm Saturdays 10 am to 12 noon Monika 0466 822 763 or Irena 03 9438 3539 admin@polishschool4today.com.au

Polish Scouting Association

Saturdays 3.30 pm to 4.30 pm kpasz.zhp@gmail.com

Mental Health Music Network

A musical community workshop program that provides opportunities for people who experience disability, mental illness or disadvantage to tell their stories and engage with the community through music, dance, video and performance. The program is run by professional teachers.

Wednesdays 12.30 pm to 4.30 pm Wild at Heart Community Arts 03 9326 9970 info@wildatheart.org.au

Corner Nimmo and Richardson streets Middle Park

Mary Kehoe Community Centre

Broadband for Seniors

Free one-on-one lessons on using email and the internet. Appointment required.

03 9645 1476 admin@pmnc.org.au

224 Danks Street Albert Park

Mary Kehoe Senior Club Social Bingo

Kids First Aid

First aid education for parents and caregivers.

Sunday once a month 9 am to 12 noon 1300 138 133 graeme@kidsfirstaid.com.au

Thursdays 1 pm to 3.30 pm 03 9699 4904

Middle Park History Group

Record history research, information, and activity about the local area.

03 9534 3784 maxnank@bigpond.net.au

Sunrise Yoga

Offering a wide range of activities for those who are retired.

0459 333 150 life.org.au/the-clubs/port-phillip/

The teaching of gentle yoga to local residents in need of exercise and activity.

Saturdays 8 am to 9.30 am $15 per hour Elaine 03 9534 3552 peterandelainehaby@gmail.com

PPLAC Mahjong

Taoist Tai Chi

Port Phillip Life Activities Club (PPLAC)

Saturdays 12.30 pm to 3.30 pm Kath 0407 008 388

Taoist Tai Chi internal art benefits the entire body.

Mondays and Thursdays Beginners Wednesday evenings and Friday mornings 0427 996 806

PPLAC Saturday Book Club

First Saturday of the month 3 pm to 6 pm Rosie 03 9646 1533

Studio Italiano

TENS Labour Pain Management

Small size Italian conversational language classes.

Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 6.30 pm to 8.00 pm Franca 0433 374 222 studioitaliano.com.au

Informative session for expectant mothers and partners on drug free pain management option.

Second Tuesday of the month 6.30 pm to 7.30 pm 1300 913 129

Meditation Course

Suitable for beginners and advanced.

Mondays and Thursdays 7.30 pm to 9 pm Free Evan 0435 592 104 inner.edu@gmail.com

Monday Drop In With Lunch

Mondays 11 am to 3 pm Donation for meal and activity 03 9645 1476

Taoist Tai Chi students and teacher at Middle Park Community Centre

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Port Melbourne Community Room

Port Melbourne

1/147 Liardet Street Port Melbourne Itsy Bitsy Chef

Fishermans Bend Community Centre

High intensity training with Stella at Liardet Street Community Centre

Corner of Dunstan Parade and Centre Avenue, Garden City ABADA-Capoeira Melbourne

ABADA-Capoeira is a worldwide, diverse and friendly community that uses capoeira as an effective vehicle for promoting social change, integration and individual growth. We provide a safe space where we are all equal, independent of ability, age, or gender.

Wednesdays 6.30 pm to 7.30 pm Kids $120 per term Adults $60 per month Free for teenagers iving in Port Phillip ametistaabada@gmail.com abadamelb.com.au

Port Melbourne Scouts

Young people get the chance to develop resilience, social and leadership skills.

Tuesdays 5.15 pm to 6.15 pm and 7 pm to 8.30 pm $75 per term Lisa 0429 131 215 lisa.picking@scoutsvictoria.com.au

PPLAC Badminton Group

Thursdays 8 pm to 10 pm lindacharing@hotmail.com

Soccer Time Kids

Develop gross motor skills, cognitive learning and social skills. For children aged up to five.

Wednesday mornings From $37 1300 476 223 bookings essential tracy.constantinou@bigpond.com soccertimekids.com.au

Tap Dancing classes Tappers of Share and Care Wednesdays 1 pm to 3 pm $5 per class Carol 03 9645 2369

Zumba Gold ®

Low Impact Dance Fitness perfect for 40+ to active older adults.

Fridays 9.15am to 10.05am $12 pay as you go Half price for first class.

No senior discounts Tracy 0404 287 580 tracy.constantinou@bigpond.com

CONNECTING COMMUNITIES

Liardet Community Centre 154 Liardet Street Port Melbourne

ABADA-Capoeira Melbourne

ABADA-Capoeira is a worldwide, diverse and friendly community that uses capoeira as an effective vehicle for promoting social change, integration and individual growth. We provide a safe space where we are all equal, independent of ability, age, or gender.

Mondays 3.30 pm to 4.10 pm for 3 to 5 year olds 4.10 pm to 5 pm for 6 to 12 year olds Kids $120 per term ametistaabada@gmail.com abadamelb.com.au

Box Hill Institute DES

Supports people with a disability entering the workforce.

Every fortnightly Thursday 03 8892 1240

Core + More

High intensity interval training working on core, strength, cardio and more.

Wednesdays 7.15 pm to 8 pm $15 Stella 0418345230

Dance 101

Latin dance workout for all fitness levels and ages.

Tuesdays 7 pm $15 per class Olga 0419 392 308 info@dance101.com.au

Kinderballet

Classical ballet classes for toddlers, pre-schoolers and early school years.

Sunday 9.30am $15 to $18 per class Jackie 1300 606 949 jackie@kinderballet.com.au

Hare Krishna Food for Life

Distribution of free vegetarian meals.

Wednesday 6 pm to 7 pm 03 9699 5122

Nia

Sensory-based movement that draws from martial arts, dance and healing arts to empower all people of all shapes and sizes.

Saturdays 10.30 am to 11.30am Carol 0415 603 077 cliknaitzky@gmail.com nianow.com/niasite/melbourne

Opacize™

Greek fitness program that incorporates dance choreography with aerobic exercise.

Monday 7.45 pm $10 Stella 0407 800 970 facebook.com/stellamarie.topalidis

Probus

Probus Port Melbourne offers many activities to keep you young.

Fourth Friday of the month 10 am probusportmelbourne.org.au

South Port Day links (SPDL)

Local nonprofit volunteer transport service.

03 9646 6362 info@spdl.org.au spdl.org.au

Children cooking activities, available for parties and school holiday programs.

Monday to Friday 4 pm to 6 pm $25 per session 0425 745 784 info@itsybitsychef.com.au itsybitsychef.com.au

Port Melbourne Toastmasters

Become a confident public speaker and competent communicator.

First, third and fifth Wednesdays of the month 7 pm to 9 pm Jacqueline 0417 344 150

Satdy Arvo Toastmasters Club

A unique opportunity to develop public speaking skills and confidence.

Third Saturday of the month 1.15 pm to 3.30 pm Vince 0413 734 707 Helen 0474 498 052

Weight Watchers

Supportive weight loss group and wellness coaching.

Saturdays 9 am From $71.50 per month 13 19 97 weightwatchers.com/au

Port Melbourne Community Centre and Trugo Club 219 Esplanade East Port Melbourne PPLAC Bridge

Tuesdays 6.30 pm Eddie 03 9645 2427 pplac@life.org.au

Social Health & Inclusion Port (SHIP)

Recreational and social activities for local residents.

Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 8.15 am to 5 pm Wednesdays 8.15 am to 8 pm 03 9525 1300 ship@ischs.org.au shiportmelbourne.com.au

Trugo

Trugo is a unique Australian game suitable for all fitness levels. Equipment provided.

Terry 03 9646 1875 Verree 03 9646 4292

Zumba Gold ®

Low Impact Dance Fitness perfect for 40+ to active older adults.

Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 6 pm to 6.50 pm Saturdays 9.15 am to 10.05 am $12 pay as you go Half price for first class No senior discounts Tracy 0404 287 580 tracy.constantinou@bigpond.com

The free Community Bus provides access for all to services throughout the City of Port Phillip.

Monday to Friday 8.30 am to 4.30 pm For more information 03 9209 6223 commbus@portphillip.vic.gov.au

Port Melbourne Neighbourhood Centre (PMNC)

Corner of Liardet and Nott streets Port Melbourne

Health and wellbeing classes

Variety of exercise classes for all ages.

View the term program for more information. pmnc.org.au

A nonprofit community based organisation that provides a wide variety of courses, activities and volunteering opportunities.

Make Your Mark

ARCS

Customer service and reception training to build employability skills.

Wednesdays 12.30 pm to 3.30 pm Free with concession card

Drop In Art

English as a Second Language

Improve skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking English.

Tuesdays 10 am to 12 pm for eight weeks $35 concession, $50 full fee $90 non resident

Community centres across the City of Port Phillip are available for hire. Get in touch today to create your space.

03 9209 6371 for venues in St Kilda 03 9209 6349 for venues in South Melbourne, Middle Park and Albert Park 03 9209 6351 for venues in Port Melbourne comfacil@portphillip.vic.gov.au www.portphillip.vic.gov.au

For young artists to learn artistic and business skills from successful creative experts.

Thursday 6.30 pm to 9 pm Free with concession card and for unemployed

Reading and Writing

Relaxed environment. No artistic skills needed. Materials supplied.

Mondays 1.30 pm to 3 pm $2.50 to $5

Tiny Tutus Preschool Ballet

Early childhood ballet lessons that teach the basic concepts of classical ballet, movement, music appreciation, rhytm and poise. Taught by specialised teachers. For children aged 18 months to five years old.

Thursdays 9.15 am 1300 245 060 tinytutus.com.au

FREE COMMUNITY BUS

Improve your literacy and numeracy skills.

Tuesdays 12.30 pm to 3.30 pm for eight weeks Free with concession card $50 for Australian residents $90 for non permanent residents

Sandridge Community Centre and Trugo Club 1 Tucker Avenue Garden City

Hobsons Bay Obedience School

Dog training provided by volunteers.

Sundays 9 am $20 joining fee and $2 per session 0407 555 557 monsoonglenn@optusnet.com.au

Port People Inc.

Advocating for residents in Port Melbourne for issues about amenity and liveability.

Third Wednesday of the month 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm 0419 522 005 aaws@optusnet.com.au

Rhythm Tree

Music and movement classes for young children aged up to five and their families.

Wednesday and Friday mornings 9878 9341 admin@therhythmtree.com.au therhythmtree.com.au

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There are 17 community centres located throughout the City of Port Phillip available for hire.

Create your space now. We’ve got the place for it.

For more information 03 9209 6371 for venues in St Kilda 03 9209 6349 for venues in South Melbourne, Middle Park and Albert Park 03 9209 6351 for venues in Port Melbourne comfacil@portphillip.vic.gov.au www.portphillip.vic.gov.au