Art (Painting)
My name is Judy and I am a member of this group of wonderful people and find them very friendly and supportive. We all get along well together, and we are there to offer support and kind words if any of us gets a little frustrated with our paintings – as we all do from time to time.
We also have good fun together. If you are near the art room on any Monday or Friday you may hear some singing and laughter from time to time as we remember songs of yesterday. We sometimes share some of our previous lives and experiences with each other.
If anyone reading this thinks they may like to join our group and paint – why not come and speak to Judy on any Monday or Friday. I know she will welcome you and offer excellent advice and assistance.
Beading
The Beading group meet every Monday morning from 9am until 11am. We are a small but friendly group and look forward to meeting you if you decide to join the Club.Come along and see what we do and I’m sure you’ll be beading like a professional.
Bingo
Bingo is played at the centre on Monday afternoons from 1 pm-3 pm so come along and join in and maybe even win some money.
Card Making
Our Group meet every Thursday morning in the Activity Room from approximately 8:30am to 11:30am. We always welcome new members. Norma Monks, our teacher, can explain how to do them. Come in and have a look.
We make five different kinds of cards:
- Embroidery Cards – We have a lot of different designs: flowers, animals, birds and even toy cards.
- Iris Folding – Using strips of paper folded into various patterns
- Quilling – This is the art of rolling strips of paper into flower and bird shapes.
- 3D Patterns – Patterns made inlayers or shapes to give a 3D effect.
- Pergamano – Using special parchment paper and tools. This is a bit complicated and expensive but does look beautiful.
Chinese Mahjong
Chinese Mahjong is played every Thursday from 11.30 – 3.45 in the Wreck Room. Beginners welcome as someone will always be willing to help you.
Crocheting
See the knitting section as both take place at the same time in the same room.
Dancing
Dancing (Mixed)
Indoor Bowls
New Bowlers welcome, if you have not bowled before we are happy to teach you in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere
Recommendations or Requirements
- Neat attire.
- Fully covered flat sole shoes (no rippled soles).
- Start times 9:00am till 12:00 noon Wednesday and Friday
- Games played under WACBA Rules where practical.
- Competition Days or Times may vary slightly
Keep Fit
Janine is your friendly Keep Fit instructor and would welcome all newcomers to her Tuesday morning class. Start time 10.30am – 11.30am.
The charge is $5 and open to Club members only.
Knitting
Knitting and crochet group meet every Thursday morning from 8.30-11.30 in the Wreck Room. We are a group of about 26 and enjoy knitting ,crocheting and having a laugh while we’re at it!
Line Dancing
Line Dancing is a way to dance and have fun with others without needing a partner
Classes are held on Thursday morning, with Beginners from 9:00am until 10:00am. The Advanced Class starts at 10:15 am until 12:00 noon.
These classes are popular and there may be a waiting list. Enquire at the desk if you are interested.
New Vogue Dancing
New Vogue Dancing is a great way, to make friends, improve strength, flexibility and balance while having fun.
Skiffle Group
The Herald Avenue Skiffle group meets every Wednesday afternoon from 1.30 – 3.30 in the Activity Room. Jack Rhodes is the leader so if you would like to play with them come along and talk to Jack.
Table Tennis
Men’s Table Tennis is every Tuesday from 9:00am until noon.
Ladies Table Tennis is on Wednesday morning from 9:15 am to 12:30 noon.
Table tennis is also held on Wednesday afternoon from 1:00 pm until 3:15 pm and Saturday afternoon from 1:00pm until 3:45pm
Tai Chi
Join Master Monika Wong to improve well being, health, balance and flexibility.
Beginners classes are held on Wednesday and Friday mornings from 8:45 to 9:45.
Advanced classes are on Wednesday and Friday mornings from 8:55 to 10:55.
There may be a waiting list for this class, so if you are interested in joining us, please enquire at the front desk.
Western Mahjong
Mahjong is a game played with a set of 144 tiles, the faces of which are decorated with colourful designs, the tiles are thought to have been developed from dominoes. There are 3 suits in the game, Bamboos, Circles and Characters, plus four Winds (NEWS) and three Dragons (Red, White and Green). There are 4 tiles of each. Mahjong is played with, two, three, four or five players, although usually with three or four. House rules apply and may vary from different clubs, but rules should be adhered to wherever playing.
The object of the game is to be the first to complete a hand, or go Mahjong, this entails using 14 tiles. If no one goes out, it is called a dead wall and a new game is started. Western Mahjong play with books, lots of games to choose from, also many games gathered over the years from other clubs or individual players are used.
At this club, we do not gamble or score, just have a lot of fun and enjoyment. We do like to have a win!! We play every Wednesday in The Wreck Room from 1pm until about 3.30pm. New members are welcome, if you don’t know how to play we also teach, so come along and join us.
Yoga
The Club has two Yoga sessions a week, Tuesday 9-10am and Frday 1-1.40pm. Yoga is a fantastic combination of physical and mental exercise. Shyamala (instructor) has designed these sessions with the more mature participants in mind.
There is a charge of $5 for this and is for Club members only.
Zumba
Zumba for Seniors session is held on Friday afternoon from 1-1.40. So come along and give your heart and body some, not so, vigorous workout.
The charge is $5 and is open to Club members only.