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LIVING AT HOME LONGER - MONTHLY FOYER DROP IN SESSIONSJoin Latrobe Community Health for monthly Living at Home Longer drop-in sessions at Balla Balla Community Centre! &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Get help navigating My Aged Care, ask questions, and receive personalised guidance - appointments needed <span style="color: rgb(65, 65, 65); font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;">&nbsp;- phone 1800 242 696&nbsp; . &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Everyone is welcome, including those who may need additional support.

Living at Home Longer - 2026 Term 1 

LIVING AT HOME LONGER - MONTHLY FOYER DROP IN SESSIONSJoin Latrobe Community Health for monthly Living at Home Longer drop-in sessions at Balla Balla Community Centre! &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Get help navigating My Aged Care, ask questions, and receive personalised guidance - appointments needed - phone 1800 242 696 . &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Everyone is welcome, including those who may need additional support.

Senior Women’s CircleAre you a senior woman looking to connect, share, and unwind in good company? &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Join us for a relaxing afternoon of tea, conversation, and community. This new group is a welcoming space for friendship, storytelling, and meaningful connection.✨ Share your life skills and cultural traditions🎨 Explore art therapy and mindfulness activities☕ Enjoy a warm cup of tea or coffee with new friends💬 Simply come as you are - there’s a place for everyoneWomen from all cultural and language backgrounds are warmly welcome.Language is not a barrier - kindness, smiles, and shared stories speak louder than words.This group is for senior women who have contributed to family and society with lifelong wisdom, care, and experience. Let’s honour that journey together.No bookings required—just drop in and feel at home.

Senior Women's Circle  - 2026 Term 1 

Senior Women’s Circle Connect, share, and unwind with other senior women over tea, conversation, and creativity. Enjoy art therapy, mindfulness, and storytelling in a welcoming space for friendship and community. All cultures and languages welcome &nbsp;- no bookings needed, just drop in and feel at home.

This writing group is designed for writers to engage in sharing their experiences with other like-minded writers. &nbsp;You will be invited to share your writing and to have your work openly reviewed and improved within the group. &nbsp;Join this active group with published authors to inspire and motivate you. &nbsp;The Writers of Balla Balla have recently published their third Scribe Tribe anthology of short stories and poetry.Cost of $4 per session to be paid at class.

✍️Writing Group - The Scribe Tribe - 2026 Term 1 

Term 1Commences Tuesday 3rd February and then every first and third Tuesday monthly.

Term 1Commences Tuesday 3rd February for 9 weeks concluding 31st March.This class is guided by a Zumba qualified instructor. &nbsp;Have fun and get fit at the same time. &nbsp;Do you want to de-stress, improve co-ordination, boost your heart health and meet others wanting to improve their fitness levels? &nbsp;Zumba is aimed at all ages and fitness levels.

💃 Zumba - 2026 Term 1 

Term 1Commences Tuesday 3rd February for 9 weeks concluding 31st March.

Term 1Commences Thursday 5th February for 9 weeks concluding 2nd April.Yoga is an ancient practice that incorporates gentle exercise, breath control and meditation. &nbsp;The health benefits of regular yoga practice may include lowering blood pressure, improved posture and circulation, and a sense of wellbeing. &nbsp;Sessions will be run by a qualified Yoga instructor.Wear loose, comfortable clothing. Bring your own mat and blanket. &nbsp;

🧘 Yoga Evening - 2026 Term 1 

Term 1Commences Thursday 5th February for 9 weeks concluding 2nd April.

Term 1Commences Thursday 5th February and runs for 9 weeks concluding 2nd AprilYoga is an ancient practice that incorporates gentle exercise, breath control and meditation. &nbsp;The health benefits of regular yoga practice may include lowering blood pressure, improved posture and circulation, and a sense of wellbeing. &nbsp;Sessions will be run by a qualified Yoga instructor.Wear loose, comfortable clothing. Bring your own mat and blanket.

🧘 Yoga afternoon - 2026 Term 1 

Term 1Commences Thursday 5th February and runs for 9 weeks concluding 2nd April

Term 1 commences 3rd February.Walk &amp; Talk is a FREE weekly walking group that meets at Balla Balla every Tuesday. &nbsp;Enjoy great self-paced walks, meet new people in your area and get fit. &nbsp;Stay on after to enjoy a coffee and a chat. &nbsp;Bring along a water bottle and jacket.This program continues during School Holidays

🚶Heart Foundation Walk & Talk Group - 2026 Term 1 

Walking GroupTerm 1 commences 3rd February.Walk &amp; Talk is a FREE weekly walking group that meets at Balla Balla every Tuesday. &nbsp;Enjoy great self-paced walks, meet new people in your area and get fit. &nbsp;Stay on after to enjoy a coffee and a chat. &nbsp;Bring along a water bottle and jacket.This program continues during School Holidays

Term 1Commences Wednesday 4th February for 9 weeks concluding 1st April<p style='box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 1rem; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Noto Sans", "Liberation Sans", sans-serif, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgba(244, 245, 247, 0.19); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;'>Tai Chi is a gentle, low energy physical exercise - the slow movement strengthens muscles, conditions tendons and ligaments in the ankles, knees, hips and spine.<p style='box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 1rem; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Noto Sans", "Liberation Sans", sans-serif, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgba(244, 245, 247, 0.19); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;'>Wear loose, comfortable clothing and runners

🙏Tai Chi - 2026 Term 1  (Intermediate)

Term 1Commences Wednesday 4th February for 9 weeks concluding 1st April

Beginners Tai ChiTerm 1Commences Wednesday 4th February for 9 weeks concluding 1st April<p style='box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 1rem; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Noto Sans", "Liberation Sans", sans-serif, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgba(244, 245, 247, 0.19); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;'> <p style='box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 1rem; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Noto Sans", "Liberation Sans", sans-serif, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgba(244, 245, 247, 0.19); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;'>Tai Chi is a gentle, low energy physical exercise - the slow movement strengthens muscles, conditions tendons and ligaments in the ankles, knees, hips and spine.<p style='box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 1rem; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Noto Sans", "Liberation Sans", sans-serif, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgba(244, 245, 247, 0.19); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;'>Our social beginners class will introduce you to the Tai Chi movements in a gentle manner.<p style='box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 1rem; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, "Noto Sans", "Liberation Sans", sans-serif, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Noto Color Emoji"; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgba(244, 245, 247, 0.19); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;'>Wear loose, comfortable clothing and runners

🙏Tai Chi - 2026 Term 1 (Beginners)

Beginners Tai ChiTerm 1Commences Wednesday 4th February for 9 weeks concluding 1st April

Term 1Commences Wednesday 4th February for 9 weeksGuided by a Casey RACE qualified instructor - each session will go through seated and standing exercises, to help improve overall strength, endurance and core strength, using body weight, exercises and resistance bands. &nbsp;This structured program will aim to develop balance, flexibility and coordination and assist in activities for everyday life. &nbsp;Great opportunity to meet new people.

💪 Strength and Stretch Training -Wednesday 2026 Term 1 

Term 1Commences Wednesday 4th February for 9 weeks

Term 1Commences Monday 2nd February for 8 weeksNo Class 9th March - Public Holiday Guided by a Casey RACE qualified instructor - each session will go through seated and standing exercises, to help improve overall strength, endurance and core strength, using body weight, exercises and resistance bands. &nbsp;This structured program will aim to develop balance, flexibility and coordination and assist in activities for everyday life. &nbsp;Great opportunity to meet new people.

💪 Strength and Stretch Training - Monday 2026 Term 1 

Term 1Commences Monday 2nd February for 8 weeksNo Class 9th March - Public Holiday

Term 1Commences Thursday 5th February for 9 weeks.Balla Balla Playgroup is led by an Early Learning Educator and each week presents a new, engaging learning opportunity, including craft activities, singing and dancing, sensory play, story time and more. &nbsp;A great group for you to meet and form friendships with others in the community.Suitable for ages up to 5 years old.**includes Playgroup Insurance