Million Moves Events

Every Monday for the month of May

Every Saturday for the month of May

Start your weekend with a refreshing blend of nature and wellness at our Beginner's Pilates Mat Class, held in the picturesque setting of Maroochy Botanical Gardens!

Join us every Saturday at 8 AM in May for a gentle introduction to Pilates, perfect for those who are new to the practice or looking to refine their basics. This class focuses on foundational Pilates movements designed to enhance your strength, flexibility, and overall balance, all while surrounded by the tranquil beauty of nature.

Please remember to bring your own mat and look for our club sign located near the café – that's where your journey towards a healthier, more balanced self begins. Our Beginner's Pilates Class is an inviting and supportive environment where you can learn at your own pace, meet fellow beginners, and enjoy the peaceful outdoors.

Circle your calendars for Saturday mornings at Maroochy Botanical Gardens, we're excited to guide you through the fundamentals of Pilates in the most serene setting.

🌟When: Saturday 4th May, Saturday 11th May, Saturday 18th May, Saturday 25th May
🌟Time: 8am
🌟Location: Maroochy Botanical Gardens

Community Fitness every Monday Free for the month of May! Bring a towel, hat/sunscreen, water bottle and own mat/ gloves & pads if you have any (can be provided if you don't have any). Fun community fitness outdoors with a combination of boxing, cardio and strength training.

🌟When: Monday 6th, Monday 13th, Monday 20th, Monday 27th
🌟Time: 9.30am
🌟Location: Symphony Cres Park, Burpengary

Tuesday 14th May

Habits and Goal Setting Webinar - University of Sunshine Coast’s Thompson Institute

When: Tuesday 14th May, 12pm

Where: Online Webinar

Goal setting can be an incredibly effective strategy for increasing performance and enhancing life satisfaction – when done correctly.

In this session, you’ll discover the neuroscience behind effective goal setting and unlock a strategy to bring your own goal to fruition.

- Clarify your values and identify a goal that’s meaningful to you.

- Learn how to set effective goals.

- Maintain better motivation through the goal attainment process.

- Understand the neuroscience of motivation and reward.

- Leave the session with a practical plan for achieving your goal.

We’re offering this webinar as a part of our partnership with AUSactive’s Million Moves challenge to get the community moving and feeling better. We’re offering mental wellbeing sessions that explain the connection between mind and body.

Saturday 18th May

Wednesday 15th May

FITcare Support Services Million Moves Event: Strength based HIIT circuit – fun challenging workout – using weights, battle ropes, slam balls, ski erg, rower and assault bikes.. and a live DJ!

When: Wednesday 15th May

Time: 5:30PM

Location: 3/84 Wises Road, Buderim, QLD, 4556

Friday 17th May

Healthy Brains for Life Webinar - University of Sunshine Coast’s Thompson Institute

When: Friday 17th May, 12pm

Where: Online Webinar

Research shows that certain lifestyle factors can reduce the risk of dementia, support cognitive function and modify brain ageing processes.

Learn evidence-based strategies in this presentation to look after your brain health now and into the future.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

- Understand fundamental concepts of how the brain changes as we age

- Recognise key links between lifestyle factors and brain health

- Use health strategies to support cognitive function and reduce dementia risk

- Apply physical activity interventions to support better brain health in the short and long term

- Identify how sleep can support cognitive function and healthy brain ageing.

We’re offering this webinar as a part of our partnership with AUSactive’s Million Moves challenge to get the community moving and feeling better. We’re offering mental wellbeing sessions that explain the connection between mind and body.

⛰️ Let's conquer the MOUNT NINDERRY SUMMIT WALK together! Get ready to pump up your heart and soak in breathtaking views of canefields, the Maroochy River, and beyond.


Directions to Lawn Espresso: Click here for Google Maps
Directions to Mt Ninderry: Click here for Google Maps

⏰6:15 am - Meet and greet
⏰6:30 am - Start climb

☕Post-climb catch-up is at Lawn Espresso in Yandina.

Members and non-members are welcome. Come in and chat with a team member at any time if you have questions or call us on: 0448625 527

Various classes including Saturday Throwdown and Yoga sessions

CHANGE Kawana are excited to be a part of the Million Moves initiative here on the Sunshine Coast!

Giving a f@ck about people is at the core of our DNA here at CHANGE. That’s why we are offering complementary access to all our afternoon Functional classes as well as our Saturday Throwdown and Yoga sessions.

All you need to do is create an account on our CHANGE LIFE ENHANCED app and you will be able to access any of the MILLION MOVES or THROWDOWN classes on our timetable over the 21 days.

We will also be advertising any further events on our social pages @changekawana.

You can view our schedule here https://www.changelifeenhanced.com/locations/kawana/ 

Saturday 18th May

A Bloomin’ Good Walk: Every Step Counts! - BloomHill Cancer Care

🌟When: Saturday 18th May
🌟Event start: 2pm, Walk: 3pm-6pm
🌟Location: Symphony Cres Park, Burpengary

Four different Bloomin’ Good Walk or Run options (200m – 5km), raising awareness for health and wellness, as well as funds for those impacted by cancer.

The family friendly event will also have a live band, a community BBQ, roving entertainment and facepainting and more! 

Sunday 19th May

Free LiFT Outdoor Session

🌟When: Sunday 19th May
🌟Event start: 8:00am
🌟Location: Cotton Tree Park, Maroochydore, QLD, 4558

Join us for an an awesome LiFT Outdoor session at Cotton Tree Park.

Bring your friends/family and let’s start Sunday morning in the best way possible! And a plus - we’ll shout you a coffee after session!

Host an event

The Million Moves events should be used to promote the challenge, build awareness about the high inactivity levels and the need to take action, complete a 75 moves workout with everyone attending (keep this simple and basic so that everyone can do it). Invite your members, clients and local businesses in your community event in a local park or central area.

Don’t forget to grab some amazing photos and videos, share to your socials and tag us @aus_active and hashtag #AUSactiveMillionMoves.