active healthy summer holiday program 2021-2022

Active & Healthy Holiday Program

11 December 2021 – 23 January 2022

goldcoast.qld.gov.au/Things-to-do/Active-Healthy-program

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Summer of Fun Sunshine, salty air, adventures and good old fashioned fun is the name of the game this Summer! The City of Gold Coast’s Summer of Fun guide has an array of free events and activities lined up for all the family to enjoy.

Feature activities on offer this Summer include:

• watermania

• preseason speed, endurance and fitness training

• sports festivals

• colour explosion obstacle course

• craft and nature activities

• silent scavenger disco hunt

• sunrise silent yoga

• parkour and rock climbing

• tie-dye and park games

• bubblelicious extravaganza

• pop up playground

• kayaking, fishing and surf safety

• skateboard, roller skates and cruiser workshops and so much more

There is so much fun to be had right across the City this so check out the program and make your Summer one filled with sunshine, fresh air and laughter!

Bookings A majority of our activities require bookings, but don’t let that deter you as we can cater for large numbers. So make sure you take advantage of all the great activities on offer. Wet weather and cancelled sessions Extreme weather conditions, park conditions and government restrictions may result in the cancellation of activities. If you’re unsure of the status of your chosen activity, contact the businesses who are running the activity. If cancelled and the session has bookings you will be notified via email.

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Active & Healthy Summer Holiday Program

SUMMER HOLIDAY PROGRAM Week 1 – Saturday 11 to Sunday 19 December 2021

Date Time Activity Location Cost / Booking details

Sat 11 Dec

7am

PARKRUN Join in a weekly free 5km timed run or walk which is family-friendly and suitable for runners, walkers, prams and dogs. Register prior then come along each Saturday to any of the nine Gold Coast locations. See website for details.

Surfers Paradise Paradise Point Broadbeach Waters Main Beach Kirra Mudgeeraba Varsity Lakes Upper Coomera Pimpama

Free parkrun W: parkrun.com.au/register Don’t forget your barcode

Sat 11 Dec

8am-9am

FUN DAZE LEARN TO ROLLER SKATE Experienced coaches will teach you basic skating techniques including skating stance, pushing, toe stop, turning, skating backwards and transitions. Please bring your own skates and protective gear is mandatory. For ages 5 years and up.

Jacobs Well Jacobs Well skate park Reinswebber Park

$10 Bookings online Fun Daze, Fiona Mackenzie M: 0414 391 322 W: fun-daze.com

Sat 11 Dec

9.15am-10.15pm

CHILDREN’S BIKE SKILLS Following on from training wheels to two wheels, this course will teach children bike handling skills plus road awareness, to enable them to ride safely in low traffic environments such as footpaths, bike paths and quiet streets. Children must bring their own bike and be accompanied by a parent or a guardian. For ages 6 and over.

Miami Free City of Gold Coast P: 5582 8677 W: eventbrite.com.au/o/city-of-gold-coast-active-travel-program-17791334627

Sat 11 Dec

12pm

BOUNCE SESSION ON WATER Have fun bouncing on inflatable stand up paddle boards! Children will have fun playing games while being fully supervised. Pack some lunch and head down to create memories as a family. For ages 5 and over.

Surfers Paradise Budds Beach Reserve River Drive

$10 Go Vertical SUP, Linda M: 0423 716 625 W: govertical.com.au

Sat 11 Dec

2pm-3pm

DANCE TIKTOK INSPIRED JAM Come along to dance to your favourite TikTok jams. This workshop will turn your child’s obsession into a fun and active class where they can learn from experienced dancers and teachers. Find the inner dancer in you and learn the moves that are taking the world by storm.

Benowa Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens 230 Ashmore Road meet at the playground

Free Ebony Moon M: 0430 304 083 E: [email protected]

https://www.parkrun.com.au/register

http://www.fun-daze.com/

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/city-of-gold-coast-active-travel-program-17791334627


https://govertical.com.au/

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Sat 11 Dec

3pm

ROCK ‘N’ SIZZLE SKATE EVENTS Come down to your local skate park and join Jesse Noonan for Rock ‘n’ Sizzle. These two hour events include a short coaching session, demos, skate jam, raffle and games. These events are about bringing the community together and promoting skating to families in a healthy and safe environment.

Varsity Lakes Varsity Youth Precinct 1 Cassia Drive

Free Bookings online Rock ‘n’ Slide Skateboarding, Jesse Noonan M: 0435 620 571 F: Rock ‘N’ Slide Skateboarding W: rocknslideskateboarding.com

Sat 11 Dec

4pm-6pm

WATERMANIA Cool down this summer and have fun getting wet at these super fun, water play activities in the park. It’s the perfect afternoon out for big and little kids who want to beat the heat and have a fun playing games, such as dodge balloon, run the gauntlet, water relays, the big balloon movement and don’t burst the bubble. Bring a towel and a change of clothes as you're sure to walk away drenched, with a smile on your face! Don’t let the rain stop you! The session will only be cancelled in extreme weather and unsafe park conditions. Notification via email.

Pimpama Pimpama Sports Hub 193 Rifle Range Road

Free Gecko Sports E: [email protected] W: enrolmy.com/geckosports-gold-coast

Sat 11 Dec

4pm-9pm

CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS AND MOVIES UNDER THE STARS - ELF Did someone say Santa! From 4pm to 6.30pm Santa will be visiting while the kids have a jolly time on the rock wall, Christmas craft and fun water play games. If hungry the food trucks will be there. The Elf movie start at 7pm. What a better way to spend an afternoon, so pack the picnic blanket and sit back to relax. Fun for the whole family.


Free City of Gold Coast P: 5581 5286

Sat 11 Dec

7pm-9pm

MOVIES UNDER THE STARS – THE BFG What a better way to spend an evening than outdoors watching a movie under the stars? This is a free, family-friendly event for everyone.

Paradise Point Paradise Point Parklands The Esplanade


Sun 12 Dec

8am

JUNIOR PARKRUN Join this free, weekly, electronically timed, two kilometre run/walk session just for kids. Great for any level of fitness or ability, with all young runners and walkers welcome and encouraged. Registration is required for your first event. After that, just bring your barcode along to each run to check your time. For ages 4 to 14.

Ashmore Bellevue Park State School 20 Sapium Road


Sun 12 Dec

9am-10am

SILENT SCAVENGER DISCO HUNT Have you ever experienced a scavenger game wearing a headset? You will get clues and hints to search the park and complete tasks while grooving to music. Unique experience and fun for the whole family.

Surfers Paradise Appel Park 10 Ferny Avenue

Free Best Silent Disco W: bestsilentdisco.com.au/silent-events

Sun 12 Dec

9am-10am

YEAH GIRL SKATE CRUISER SESSION Yeah Girl and Gold Coast Skateboard Coaching are teaming up to deliver all girl skateboarding workshops. Learn from Sarah and Jay in a safe and non-intimidating environment, while celebrating women’s skateboarding. It doesn’t matter where you are in your skate journey – no experience needed. Make new friends, build your confidence, and hone your skills. BYO gear or use our skateboards and helmets.

Jacobs Well Riesenweber Park 27 Bay Drive

Free Bookings via text Gold Coast Skateboard Coaching, Jay Hetherington M: 0407 910 240

Sun 12 Dec

10am-2pm

DJ PARTY IN THE PARK Come party at the park with our DJ playing all your old favourites, with lots of games and fun to be had by all.

Southport Broadwater Parklands Marine Parade Beside the bouncy Pillow

Free City of Gold Coast W:cityofgoldcoast.com.au/broadwaterparklands

http://www.rocknslideskateboarding.com/


http://www.enrolmy.com/geckosports-gold-coast



https://bestsilentdisco.com.au/silent-events



Sun 12 Dec

12pm-9pm

CHRISTMAS CARNIVAL & CAROLS Jumping castles, animal farm, reptiles, face painting, and more! It’s a day so huge, even the big man, Santa himself will be making an appearance. Bring blanket.

Paradise Point Paradise Point Bowls Club Third Avenue

Free Paradsie Point Bowls Club W: paradisepointbowls.com.au/entertainment

Sun 12 Dec

3pm-7pm

PACIFIC PINES CHRISTMAS CAROLS Children activity, market stalls, carols, food trucks, Santa, fireworks and so much more.

Pacific Pines Pacific Pines Central Park Hotham Drive

Free W: facebook.com/ChristmasintheParkPacificPines

Sun 12 Dec

5pm-9pm

ORMEAU CHRISTMAS CAROLS Free rides, face painting and activities. There will be food and drinks, photos with Santa and a live carol show. Free entry. The night will finish with fireworks.

Ormeau Brien Harris Oval Peachy Road

Free W: ormeaucarols.com

Mon 13 Dec

9am-11.30am

SPORTS FESTIVAL We are opening the world of sport for you these holidays! Kids are always wanting to experience different sports. During the school term its busy and you have limited time. So join us for a jam-packed morning of sport and activities. Great opportunity to try different sports, test your skills, learn the rules of a new game and make friends along the. Bring the whole family as there something for everyone. A multi-sport toddler program will be running for ages 18 months to 5 years. For all ages.

Mudgeeraba Firth Park Somerset Drive


Mon 13 Dec

9am-11am

DJ SQUIRT GAMES Get your body moving and grooving. You will have a ball playing fun water games to keep cool while enjoying the DJ in the park.

Carrara Alan Nielsen Park Nielsens Road

Free AE Events – Follow the Fun W: facebook.com/followthefungc

Mon 13 Dec

9.30am

COLOUR EXPLOSION OBSTACLE COURSE Fill your day with colour! Challenge yourself on an obstacle course while being sprayed with coloured powder and water. So book in, grab a white shirt, friends and family and head to the park for some colour filled fun! Bring a towel and a change of clothes as you're sure to walk away drenched, colourful and with a smile on your face! Don’t let the rain stop you! The session will only be cancelled in extreme weather and unsafe park conditions. Notification via email.

Southport Lilli Pilli Park Rear 44 Lilli Pilli Drive


Mon 13 Dec

9.30am-10.30am & 10.45am-11.45am

NATURALLYGC WILDLIFE ENCOUNTER Your curiosity about the natural world will come alive as you meet face to face with some of our country’s stunning wildlife. The many types of wildlife you may encounter include snakes, possums, turtles, lizards, crocodiles, owls and flying foxes.

Pimpama

Free City of Gold Coast W: Eventbrite/NaturallyGC

Mon 13 Dec

10am-12pm

CREATIVE KIDS ART WORKSHOPS Creative and fun art classes where kids can explore colour, texture and different mediums. They will be guided step by step to create their own unique artworks. All materials will be supplied. For ages 6 to 12.

Miami The Art Room Miami Business Centre 8 Kedron Avenue

$32 Chris Donaldson M: 0418 190 360 E: [email protected]

Mon 13 Dec

10am-2pm

WILD RANGERS Calling all wildlife warriors! Come and check out our interactive display of native wildlife such as lizards, frogs, invertebrates, birds, snakes.



https://www.paradisepointbowls.com.au/entertainment

https://www.paradisepointbowls.com.au/entertainment

https://www.facebook.com/ChristmasintheParkPacificPines

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Mon 13 Dec

4pm-9pm

COOLANGATTA CHRISTMAS CAROLS Sing along to your favourite carols, enjoy spectacular festive performances and settle in for a magical night under. Santa will be making an appearance by plane with plenty of entertainment for everyone to enjoy.

Coolangatta Queen Elizabeth Park Marine Parade

Free W: coolangattachristmascarols.com.au

Mon 13 Dec

4.30pm

BILLY’S BUDDIES TODDLERS Games and activities that work on hand eye-coordination and gross motor skills. Kids will have fun kicking, passing, catching and agility skills. For ages 2 to 6 years.

Ormeau Ormeau Shearers Junior Rugby League Club Brien Harris Park 1 Peachy Road

$14.90 Billy’s Buddies, Braeden E: [email protected]

Tue 14 Dec

8am-9am

TRAINING WHEELS TO TWO WHEELS Children learn how to advance from training wheels to two wheels. Children must bring their own two wheeled bike (with or without training wheels) and helmet, and be accompanied by a parent or guardian. For ages 4 and over.

Mudgeeraba Free City of Gold Coast P: 5582 8677 W: eventbrite.com.au/o/city-of-gold-coast-active-travel-program-17791334627

Tue 14 Dec

9am-10am

NATURALLYGC ANIMAL TREASURES How brave are you? Slide your hand into our animal sensory boxes and discover the animal treasures hiding inside! Take your senses on a wild adventure before meeting a real-life animal for a meet and greet. For ages 2 to 5 years.

Currumbin


Tue 14 Dec

9am-10am

ACROBATIC AND FLEXIBILITY WORKSHOP Learn some acro tricks and work on your flexibility and strength in this fun 1 hour workshop. Flip on an air track to some of your favourite tunes. All students to bring a yoga mat or large towel to use when doing stretches. For ages from 6 years.

Runaway Bay Runaway Bay Sporting Complex Meet at the soccer fields near community centre


Tue 14 Dec

9am

GET YOUR GROOVE ON FOR TODDLERS AND YOUNG AT HEART This dance class for young kids and also those young at heart. Designed to produce a playful, creative and fun dance experience for younger children and older adults combined. For ages 2 to 5 years.

Palm Beach Eleventh Avenue Community Space Eleventh Avenue


Tue 14 Dec

9am-10am & 10.30am- 11.30am

LASER SKIRMISH Move through the trees, avoid the obstacle and take cover from enemy fire in the fresh air. Play interactive laser games that will get you hunting targets and eliminating players in a fun and safe environment. You will get a thrill hold the safe and powerful laser guns and experience the precision and power of advance technology. Fun for the whole family.

Main Beach Philip Park Seaworld Drive

Free Gold Coast Laser Skirmish W: eventbrite.com.au/o/laser-skirmish-gold-coast-23213337818

Tue 14 Dec

9am-11am


Molendinar Silver Bridle Park Southport Nerang Road


Tue 14 Dec

9am-10.30am

KIDS IN CONSERVATION: WATER IS LIFE Become a water scientist and discover what lives in the lake and lagoons. Observe the water birds and look deeper into the water to find out what lives under the water, you may be surprised! Wear closed in shoes, a shady hat and bring a water bottle. For ages 6 to 12.

Benowa Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens 230 Ashmore Road Rotary Education Pavilion

$5 Friends of the Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens W: trybooking.com/BVKPO

Tue 14 Dec

2pm-4pm


Benowa Benowa Park Lambros Drive


https://www.coolangattachristmascarols.com.au/







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https://www.trybooking.com/BVKPO



Tue 14 Dec

9am-12pm

CLIMB, BUBBLE AND POP Challenge yourself on the 11 metre high mobile rock wall. Fully qualified and friendly instructors give you the guidance needed to ensure your climbing adventure is enjoyable, exciting and safe. The rock climbing activity is suitable for children (from 6 years), parents and caregivers. Parents are required to stay and children are to wear enclosed shoes. While you’re waiting, join in on a mindblowing, magic bubble-popping fun activity! Learn different types of bubble tricks with a twist, to become a bubble master. Bring the picnic blanket and invite friends for an adventurous morning out in the park.

Burleigh Justins Park The Esplanade

Free Vertec Adventure W: vertecadventure.com.au Bubblelicious E: [email protected]

Tue 14 Dec

9.15am-10.15pm


Mudgeeraba Free City of Gold Coast P: 5582 8677 W: eventbrite.com.au/o/city-of-gold-coast-active-travel-program-17791334627

Tue 14 Dec

9.30am-10.30am

NATURALLYGC WILDLIFE HOSPITAL Join Green Heroes with a pop up wildlife hospital workshop in which children can engage in imaginative play and role play, whilst experiencing caring for these animals on their journey towards recovery and release. For ages 3 to 8 years.

Ormeau


Tue 14 Dec

10am-12pm




Tue 14 Dec

11.30am-12.30pm

NATURALLYGC CREEPY CRAWLIES Develop an understanding about the important role insects play in the garden, their environmental significance, lifecycles, and how to stay safe whilst being outdoors. Ages 3 to 10.

Upper Coomera Free City of Gold Coast W: Eventbrite/NaturallyGC

Tue 14 Dec

2.15pm-3.30pm

BEACH VOLLEYBALL COME N TRY SESSION FOR 10 TO 12 YEARS Come and have some fun in the sun while learning the skills of Beach Volleyball! Participants will be introduced to the main skills of Beach volleyball including passing, serving and spiking by International Coach Shanon Zunker. All levels welcome, no experience necessary. For ages 10 to 12 years.

Surfers Paradise Surfers Paradise Beach Beach Volleyball courts The Esplanade

$10 Bookings essential via email Volleyball in Paradise, Shannon E: [email protected] M: 0433 131 595

Tue 14 Dec

3.45pm-5pm




http://www.vertecadventure.com.au/










Tue 14 Dec

4pm-5.30pm

WATERMANIA SPLASH Cool down this summer and have fun getting wet at these super fun, water play activities in the park. It’s the perfect afternoon out for big and little kids who want to beat the heat and have a fun playing games, such as dodge balloon, run the gauntlet, water relays, the big balloon movement and don’t burst the bubble. Bring a towel and a change of clothes as you're sure to walk away drenched, with a smile on your face! Don’t let the rain stop you! The session will only be cancelled in extreme weather and unsafe park conditions. Notification via email.

Arundel Colgate Palmolive Park Allied Drive


Wed 15 Dec

9am-10am ACROBATIC AND FLEXIBILITY WORKSHOP Learn some acro tricks and work on your flexibility and strength in this fun workshop. Flip on an air track to some of your favourite tunes. All students to bring a yoga mat or large towel to use when doing stretches. For ages from 6 years.

Pimpama Bim’bimba Park Gainsborough Drive


Wed 15 Dec

9am-10am

NATURALLYGC CHRISTMAS WOMBAT Get ready to decorate your Christmas Tree by crafting your very own take-home, wombat inspired eco-craft decoration this Christmas. Ages 5 to 12.

Currumbin Free City of Gold Coast W: Eventbrite/NaturallyGC

Wed 15 Dec

9am-10.30am

OUR BEACHES PLASTIC OCEAN - CITIZEN SCIENCE Join Dr. Fabiana Moreira and marine experts to learn about how micro-plastics and marine debris affect the Gold Coast beach and marine environment. Create art to take home and take part in a litter audit which goes toward some ‘ice-cream’ credit. For ages 6 to 17 years.

Miami Free City of Gold Coast, Our Beaches W: eventbrite.com.au/o/our-beaches-city-of-gold-coast-30776608690

Wed 15 Dec

9am-11am

CHRISTMAS CRAFT & JOLLY GAMES We are celebrating Christmas! Kids will have so much fun being active and crafty. They will make their own yarn wreath for the tree or a present for someone special. Kids will burnt off energy and have a ball playing fun interactive games with a Christmas theme.

Miami Ed Hardy Park The Esplanade

Free The Chroma Kids E: [email protected] Gecko Sports E: [email protected]

Wed 15 Dec

9am-12pm

ALL GIRLS CRICKET COLOUR BLAST COME AND TRY SESSION An all-girls cricket come and try event with a colour run theme. No experience or equipment necessary. For ages 5 to 12 years.

Carrara Mudgeeraba Nerang district Cricket Club Alan Neilson Oval Neilsons Drive

$20 Bookings required via website Queensland Cricket, Trent Walters E: [email protected] W: tinyurl.com/2abmndtk

Wed 15 Dec

9.30am-10.30am & 10.45am-11.45am


Burleigh


Wed 15 Dec

9.30am-11.30am

BUBBLE POPPING PARKOUR ADVENTURE Challenge yourself on the 11 metre high mobile rock wall. Fully qualified and friendly instructors give you the guidance needed to ensure your climbing adventure is enjoyable, exciting and safe. The rock climbing activity is suitable for children (from 6 years), parents and caregivers and enclosed shoes must be worn. While you’re waiting, join in on a mindblowing, magic bubble-popping fun activity! Learn different types of bubble tricks with a twist, to become a bubble master. Bring the picnic blanket and invite friends for an adventurous morning out in the park.

Nerang Nerang Youth Precinct Arthur Earle Park Nerang Connection Road

Free Bubblelicious E: [email protected] AAPES E: [email protected]






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Wed 15 Dec

10am-11am

NATURALLYGC MYSTERIOUS LIFE OF A PLATYPUS Learn about this unique and mysterious Australian animal that lives in our local waterways. Learn all about their habitat, what they feed on and how to look after them. Fun crafting activities are included in the session. Fro ages from 5 years.

Mudgeeraba


Wed 15 Dec

11.30am-12.30pm

NATURALLYGC WATERBUG DETECTIVES Come meet and greet some of the amazing bugs that live in our waterways. Learn all about their habitats and life-cycles, as well as how to identify them and the important role they play in our waterway health. Suitable for ages 5 and over.

Mudgeeraba Free City of Gold Coast W: Eventbrite/NaturallyGC

Wed 15 Dec

2.15pm-3.30pm




Wed 15 Dec

3pm-4.30pm


Burleigh Waters John Handley Community Complex 111 Christine Avenue


Wed 15 Dec

3.35pm-5pm




Wed 15 Dec

4.30pm


Mudgeeraba Mudgeeraba Junior Rugby League Club Firth Park Somerset Drive


Thu 16 Dec

8am-9am


Runaway Bay Free City of Gold Coast P: 5582 8677 W: eventbrite.com.au/o/city-of-gold-coast-active-travel-program-17791334627

Thu 16 Dec

8am-9.15am
















Thu 16 Dec

9am-10am

NATURALLYGC WATERBUG DETECTIVES Learn how to have an eco-Christmas this year through craft and a visit from an animal! Suitable for ages 4 to 6 years.


Thu 16 Dec

9am-11am

CHRISTMAS CRAFT & JOLLY GAMES We are celebrating Christmas! Kids will have so much fun being active and crafty. They will make their own reindeer watercolour card for someone special. Kids will burnt off energy and have a ball playing fun interactive games with a Christmas theme.


Free The Chroma Kids E: [email protected] Gecko Sports E: [email protected]

Thu 16 Dec

9am-10am


Coomera Viney Park Yaun Street


Thu 16 Dec

9.15am-10.15pm



Thu 16 Dec

9.30am-10.30am

GLADIATOR GAMES Gather the family or rope in your mates and head to the park for a gladiator experience. In a fun and safe environment, a range of games will be offered that will see you jousting, rolling, jumping, ducking and laughing, whilst getting a sweat up. Suitable for all ages.

Robina Robina Common Ron Penhaligon Way


Thu 16 Dec

9.30am-10.45am




Thu 16 Dec

10am-11am

NATURALLYGC BUSY LITTLE BEES Did you know there are over 1600 different types of native bees in Australia! Dr Toby Smith will introduce us to the amazing world of Australian native bees. Suitable for ages 5 and above. Parents must stay to supervise children during workshop.

Helensvale Free City of Gold Coast W: Eventbrite/NaturallyGC

Thu 16 Dec

4.30pm


Currumbin Currumbin Eagles Junior Rugby League Club Merv Craig Recreation Park 26 Galleon Way


Fri 17 Dec

8am-10am

FISHING Fishing sessions are led by experts, with all equipment provided – great for beginners and the whole family. You’ll learn fishing techniques, the best bait to use and the safest methods to maximise released fish survival. Parents and caregivers must attend with children.

Main Beach The Spit Moondarewa Beach area

$5 Online bookings required Vertec Adventure W: eventbrite.com.au/o/vertec-adventure-33793356129














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Fri 17 Dec

9am-10am

NATURALLYGC NATURE'S ART AND CHRISTMAS CRAFT Come along to the Botanic Gardens to find natural materials to create your own works of art. Combine seed pods, leaves, twigs, fronds and other wonders of nature to make something special. All materials supplied from the gifts of nature. For ages 5 to 12 years.

Benowa Free City of Gold Coast W: Eventbrite/NaturallyGC

Fri 17 Dec

9am-10am

NATURALLYGC ANIMAL YOGA FOR KIDS Downward dog like a dingo, sun salutation like a snake, or bend into a ball like a beetle – stretch and relax with these animal inspired yoga positions to help centre the mind, body and soul. Once you are feeling zen, try your hand at some eco-craft as we create a beautiful eco crown art. Participants will also have the chance to up close and personal with a wildlife meet and greet. For ages 2 to 5 years.


Fri 17 Dec

9am-10am

ACROBATIC AND FLEXIBILITY WORKSHOP Learn some acro tricks and work on your flexibility and strength in this fun workshop. Flip on an air track to some of your favourite tunes. All students to bring a yoga mat or large towel to use when doing stretches. For ages from 6 years.

Varsity Lakes Frascott Park Yodelay Street


Fri 17 Dec

10.30am-11.30am

NATURALLYGC WILDLIFE WELLNESS FOR KIDS Downward dog like a dingo, sun salutation like a snake, or bend into a ball like a beetle – stretch and relax with these animal inspired yoga positions to help centre the mind, body and soul. Once you are feeling zen, put your sense to the test with our blind playdoh craft, using what you see in your mind, not what you see in front of you, to create craft. Finally enjoy a meet and greet with one of our favourite Australian animal friends. For ages 5 to 12 years.


Fri 17 Dec

11.30am

NATURALLYGC REPTILE SCALES AND TAILS Your curiosity about all things scaly and cold-blooded will come alive as you come face-to-face with some of our native reptiles. All ages welcome.

Elanora Free City of Gold Coast W: Eventbrite/NaturallyGC

Fri 17 Dec

1pm- 4pm

TIE-DYE AND PARK GAMES Pack the picnic blanket and snacks – it’s colour, laughter and hours of entertainment for the whole family. Create your own thoughtful rainbow Christmas gifts! Feel free to bring a white item (t-shirt, socks, small bag). Children will capture a rainbow in a vibrant tie-dye workshop and then burn off energy in fun interactive park games. For all ages and abilities.

Hope Island Sickle Park 19 Sickle Avenue

Free, except tie-dye $3/$4 (1 item only) Nigel Coates – Sparky Do Dah W: SparkyDoDah.com.au Shoshana - Aspiral Design W: aspiraldesign.com

Fri 17 Dec

4pm-5pm

PRESEASON SPEED, ENDURANCE AND FITNESS TRAINING Want to improve your fitness, speed and endurance to take your sport to the next level? At this session Titians football star Mark Minichiello will take you through exercises, skills and drills that will advance your speed, endurance and overall fitness. Plus he will give you a 4 session plan that you can take home and run each. For ages from 8 years. Parents very welcome to join in.

Miami Pizzey Park Sonia Street Grass area beside the netball courts

Free MiniFit, Mark Minichiello W: minifit.com.au/qld

Fri 17 Dec

7pm-9pm

MOVIES UNDER THE STARS – TOM & JERRY What a better way to spend an evening than outdoors watching a movie under the stars? This is a free, family-friendly event for everyone.

Broadbeach Pratten Park Old Burleigh Road







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Sat 18 Dec

7am




Sat 18 Dec

8.30am & 9.30am


Oxenford Damian Leeding Memorial Park Watersport Lane


Sat 18 Dec

9am-10am

ACTIVE & HEALTHY SKATEBOARD WORKSHOPS Come on down to your local skate park and be taught by our great coaches. Learning new skills may be a little challenging but challenge is good. If you feel nervous about trying skateboarding, don’t be – these workshops are all inclusive and great for beginners. You don’t even need your own gear as we supply skateboards and helmets for up to 15 participants. For ages from 3.



Sat 18 Dec

9am

STAND UP PADDLE Learn the skill of SUP in a family group lesson. Loads of fun along with a little healthy competition of paddle races and teaching of advanced paddle skills. The whole family will love this! It’s fun and easy to learn for all ages.

Surfers Paradise Budds Beach River Drive

$5 Bookings via text Go Vertical SUP, Linda M: 0423 716 625

Sat 18 Dec

9am-10.30am

OUR BEACHES KIDS YOGA AND BEACH CLEAN Come and join Jala Yoga and enjoy a ‘kid focussed’ yoga session by the beach. Learn how to channel your inner downward dog or stretch like a cat. The morning is completed with a beach clean and chat about pollution; specifically how can help to keep our incredible coastal environment free of single use plastics and rubbish. For ages 4 to 13 years.

Currumbin Free City of Gold Coast, Our Beaches W: eventbrite.com.au/o/our-beaches-city-of-gold-coast-30776608690

Sat 18 Dec

9.30am-10.30am & 10.45am-11.45am


Varsity Lakes


Sat 18 Dec

9.30am-10.30am

DRUMMING Families will be taken on a fun, vibrant and engaging African journey providing inspiration to get your body moving and grooving. Enjoy the physical rhythm and emotional benefits of drumming.

Palm Beach Palm Beach Parklands 945 Gold Coast Highway

Free Bookings via text Afro Groove M: 0431 726 300

Sat 18 Dec

10am-2pm

POP UP PLAYGROUND Sparky Do Dah’s Pop-Up Playground is a collection of activities and games suited for toddlers to adults. Try stilts, stick juggling, skee ball, duck fishing and so much more. For all ages.

Upper Coomera Tallowwood Park Rose Valley Drive

Free Nigel Coates – Sparky Do Dah W: SparkyDoDah.com.au

Sat 18 Dec

10.30am

GROOVY SQUIRTS FOR TODDLERS The kids will love this fun filled dance class that’s been developed to introduce rhythm, movement, song, creativity and a love of dance and music. For ages 2 to 5 years.

Mermaid Beach Mermaid Beach Community Centre 2439 Gold Coast Highway

$4 Ebony Moon M: 0430 304 083 E: [email protected]









Sat 18 Dec

12pm

BOUNCE & SPLASH FUN FOR KIDS This session is great fun for younger children to learn balance and coordination through play. Kids will be delighted by the fun games we play on the large inflatable stand up board and walk the plank games on other inflatable boards. This is Not a stand up paddle lesson. For ages 5 to 12 years.



Sat 18 Dec

7pm-9pm

MOVIES UNDER THE STARS – POLAR EXPRESS What a better way to spend an evening than outdoors watching a movie under the stars? This is a free, family-friendly event for everyone.

Southport Broadwater Parklands Marine Parade


Sun 19 Dec

6am

SUNRISE SILENT YOGA Salute the sunrise with a silent yoga which will recharge your mind and body in a natural environment. Silent yoga is an amazing experience where you can focus on your practice, breath and relaxation wearing headsets to reduce environmental noise and distractions. Take time for yourself to tune into your mind, body and soul. Held on the third Sunday of the month over warmer months. An adventure like no other being surrounded by ocean, nature or taking in the beauty of this great city.

Coolangatta R T Peak Memorial Park 1 Powell Crescent Kirra Hill lookout

$5 Best Silent Disco M: 0420 671 491 W: bestsilentdisco.com.au/silent-events

Sun 19 Sep

8am




Week 2 – Monday 20 to Sunday 26 December 2021 Date Time Activity Location Cost / Booking details

Mon 20 Dec

9am-9.45am

LITTLE FISH TODDLER PROGRAM Designed to teach children and their family members the importance of still water dangers, and survival skills, along with basic CPR, first aid rescue techniques. 'Planting the seed' to our younger family members creates knowledgable and confident children in the future with ongoing exposure to 'lifesaving' skills. Its a play based learning environment with 'mermaids' and 'pirate treasure'. For ages 3 to 5 years.

Palm Beach Tallebudgera Creek Meet on the grassed area east side of Tallebudgera Bridge

Free Bookings via website Sunny Skye’s Aquatics & Wellness Hub W: eventbrite.com.au/e/active-healthy-sunny-skyes-aquatics-tickets-221753961067

Mon 20 Dec

9am-10.30am

CREEK SAFETY PROGRAM Designed to teach children and their family members the importance of still water dangers, and survival skills, along with basic CPR, first aid rescue techniques. After a brief proficiency swim children will be taught how to negotiate the tides and swim Tallebudgera Creek with a life jacket. This group will also be taken to the beach to discuss rips, sweeps and negotiation of the various wave types. For ages 6 to 16 years.



http://www.bestsilentdisco.com.au/silent-events



https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/active-healthy-sunny-skyes-aquatics-tickets-221753961067







Mon 20 Dec

9am-10am & 10.30am- 11.30am


Labrador Norm Rix Park 119 Government Road


Mon 20 Dec

9.30am-10.30am & 10.45am-11.45am


Nerang


Tue 21 Dec

9am-11.30am




Tue 21 Dec

9am




Tue 21 Dec

9.30am-10.30am


Varsity Lakes Varsity Central Park Assembly Drive


Tue 21 Dec

1pm

SUP AND WATER SAFETY 8-15 YEARS This session was created to keep kids active through play. We teach them the basics in water safety, the importance of warm up and then proceed to a lesson where they will partake in races and fun ways to keep fit and healthy! Fully instructed session. For ages 8 to 15 years.



Tue 21 Dec

3pm-4.30pm


Broadbeach Cascade gardens 2730 Gold Coast Highway













Wed 22 Dec

12pm




Wed 22 Dec

2pm

FAMILY KAYAK SESSIONS Learn kayaking at Budds Beach! Great for the entire family as we have double kayaks to small children kayaks. Spend a little time with us learning the basics and progress further with some practice shoreline. You will be hooked.


$20 per person /$65 family of 4 Bookings via text Go Vertical SUP, Linda M: 0423 716 625

Sat 25 Dec

Week 3 – Monday 27 December 2021 to Sunday 2 January 2022 Date Time Activity Location Cost / Booking details

Wed 29 Dec

9am-12pm

TIE-DYE AND PARK GAMES Pack the picnic blanket and snacks – it’s colour, laughter and hours of entertainment for the whole family. Bring a white item (t-shirt, socks, small bag) and bring them to life in an vibrant tie-dye workshop. While you are waiting your turn, enjoy Sparky Do Dah's Pop-Up Playground and try stilts, juggling sticks, duck fishing, balance and old-school retro games.

Benowa Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens, 230 Ashmore Road Meet near the playground


Fri 31 Dec

8pm & 12am NEW YEAR FIREWORKS

Surfers Paradise Free

Fri 31 Dec

8.30pm & 12am

NEW YEAR FIREWORKS

Broadbeach

Sun 2 Jan

11am-3pm

CIRCUS WORKSHOP If you have ever wanted to learn how to juggle then this is the workshop for you! Learn new skills like spinning plates, hula hoops and flower sticks!





SKATE PARKS The Gold Coast is home to more skate and BMX parks per capita than any other city in Australia. That’s wheely good news for those looking to kick-flip their way through the school holidays.

NORTH

Ormeau Norfolk Park, 6 Halfway Drive Jacobs Well Riesenweber Park, 27 Bay Drive Upper Coomera Upper Coomera Adventure Parklands, 221 Reserve Road Pimpama Rufous Whistler Park, near 13 Rifle Range Road Coomera Viney Park, 1 Yaun Street Oxenford Oxenford Park, 18 Oberon Way Oxenford Weka Parklands, Binstead Way Helensvale Discovery Park, 84 Discovery Drive Pacific Pines Brockman Park, Pitcairn Way Arundel Collingwood Court Parklands, 156 Olsen Avenue Runaway Bay Runaway Bay Sports Precinct East, Corner Lae Drive and Morala Avenue Runaway Bay Runaway Bay Sports Precinct West, Morala Avenue Labrador Phil Ryan Reserve, Musgrave Avenue Molendinar Silver Bridle Park, Nerang Road Nerang Arthur Earle Park, Nerang Connection Rd

CENTRAL

Miami Pizzey Park, Bardon Avenue (opening Jan 2022) Varsity Lakes Janette Green Park, Cassia Drive

HINTERLAND

Mudgeeraba Firth Park, Somerset Drive Springbrook Springbrook Centenary Parklands, 3 Carricks Road

SOUTH 9am

Elanora Elanora Oval, 4 Park Court Tugun Betty Diamond Sports Complex, 4 Boyd St Coolangatta Goodwin Park, Lanham Street Palm Beach Mallawa Sports Complex, opposite 88 Nineteenth Avenue Palm Beach Salk Oval Parklands, Thrower Drive

ROLLER BLADING & SKATING

Whether you’re a skatepark gremlin, or more of the leisure skating type, here are the best places to get your skating fix on the Gold Coast.

SKATE PARKS

Varsity Lakes Janette Green Park, Cassia Drive Nerang Arthur Earle Park, Nerang Connection Rd Miami Pizzey Park, Bardon Avenue (opening Jan 2022)

CRUISER SKATING

Tugun to Bilinga Oceanway Surfers Paradise Boardwalk Southport Broadwater Parklands Southport to Surfers Adventure Skate

BEGINNERS

Elanora Elanora Oval, Park Court Jacobs Well Riesenweber Park, 3 Bay Drive Ormeau Norfolk Park, Pascoe Road Parkwood Driftwood Park, Driftwood Place Tallebudgera Dolan Family Park

INTERMEDIATE Burleigh Waters Deodar Park, Omao Avenue Oxenford Gambamora Park Tallebudgera Dolan Family Park, Dungogie Drive Parkwood Abbot Park, 12 Woodlands Way Upper Coomera Upper Coomera Adventure Parklands

BMX CLUB

Ashmore BMX Club, Cotlew Street & Currumburra Road

FREESTYLE & BMX TRACKS

The Gold Coast is home to the most skate and BMX parks in Australia.

LOCATIONS

Eagle Heights Old Tambo mountain bike track Wongawallan Road Nerang Nerang National Park and State Forest Hinze Dam The Peter Hallinan Mountain Bike Precinct

MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS The Gold Coast is home to a stack of mountain bike trails, perfect for riders keen on fast winding tracks and challenging obstacles and also beginners.

CHILDREN’S BIKE EDUCATION CIRCUITS Bring your children and their bikes and try out one of the mini circuits. These facilities have been designed to improve children’s road safety awareness and feature various examples of road signs, crossings and traffic lights.

LOCATIONS Southport Broadwater Parklands Marine Parade

Varsity Lakes North Shore Park North Shore Avenue

Currumbin Waters Galleon Way Park Galleon Way

Burleigh Waters Coronet Park Coronet Crescent

Ashmore Ashmore Bicycle Safety Centre

Elanora Wetlands Reserve. Image credit: @zoehawhite

NATURE WALKS Taking young children on short walks and adventures in and around the Gold Coast is a sure-fire way to help them develop a lifelong love of nature and wildlife.

LOCATIONS

Coombabah Coombabah Lakelands Conservation

Area-Melaleuca Boardwalk to Koala Trail, via Rain Tree

Glen

Mudgeeraba Glossy Black walk to Rainforest Trail,

Gold Coast Hinterland Regional Park

Main Beach Federation Walk Coastal Reserve,

Seaworld Drive

Hope Island Phil Hill Environmental Park (sign-posted

Jabiru Island Park), Oxley Drive

Tugun Tugun Hill Conservation Area, Murray Street

Tallebudgera Schuster Park, Heather Street, Northern

Peninsula Section

Elanora Elanora Wetlands Reserve

For more information and download the full NaturallyGC

Program full of free activities visit

www.cityofgoldcoast.com.au/naturallygc

SWIMMING ENCLOSURES City of Gold Coast has developed a network of enclosed swimming areas, located alongside playgrounds, barbecues and shopping facilities. These swimming enclosures are popular with children and those who prefer calm natural swimming waters. LOCATIONS Southport Broadwater Parklands and Rockpools wet

play area

Labrador Harley Park, corner of Broad Street and

Marine Parade

Bundall HOTA Parklands. Bundall Road

Paradise Point Jabiru Island, Oxley Drive

Jacobs Well north of the Jacobs Well Air Sea Rescue,

off Jacobs Well Road

Palm Beach Murlong Park, Murlong Crescent

Paradise Point Parklands, near the corner of Falkinder

Avenue and the Esplanade

Stradbroke Island Tipplers South, South Stradbroke

Island

GREAT SWIMMING SPOTS Grab your togs and cool down here over the summer.

LOCATIONS Currumbin Currumbin Rock Pools

Tallebugera Tallebugera Creek

Southport Broadwater Parklands

Cedar Creek Cedar Creek Falls Rock Pools

STAND UP PADDLE BOARDING Here on the Gold Coast we are spoilt for choice, especially if you add in the endless network of canals that spider web through the inner suburbs. Grab your board or hire one and start exploring.

LOCATIONS

Currumbin Currumbin Creek Estuary Palm Beach

South

Tallebudgera Creek

Burleigh Headland

Palm Beach North

Southport Broadwater Parklands

PELICAN FEEDING Daily at 1.30pm you can see all the pelican gather for some food. It is recommended that you arrive a little early to catch the pelicans gathering before the feeding time. It’s a great swimming location, so pack your swimmers and a picnic lunch, BBQ supplier or even enjoy take away from Charis Seafood nearby. LOCATION

Labrador Ian Dipple Lagoon, 371 Marine Parade

BEST MEGA SLIDES The Gold Coast is lucky enough to have some of the best parks in Australia. The new playgrounds have mega slides. Check them out these holidays. LOCATIONS

Varsity Lakes Frascott Park, Yodelay Street

Pimpama Aquila Park, 37 Swan Road

Pimpama Bim’bimba Park, 188 Gainsborough Drive

Maudsland Gibirrngaan Park, 1 Buckingham Road

Tallebudgera Schuster Park, Heather Street

Nerang Country Paradise Park, 231 Beaudesert

Nerang Road

Currumbin Valley Robert Neumann Park, 449

Currumbin Creek Road

Burleigh Waters Deodar Park, 2 Omao Avenue

Coomera Eagle Tree Park, Foreshore Street

NATURE PLAY PARKS Kids love to explore. There are many nature based playgrounds to capture imaginations and lead to many new adventures. LOCATIONS

Currumbin Valley, Robert Neumann Park, 449

Currumbin Creek Road

Gilston Gilston Hall Park, 467-471 Gilston Road

Maudsland Gibirrngaan (Black Snake) Park, Green

Court

Tallebudgera Schuster Park, Heather Street

Nerang Country Paradise Park, 231 Beaudesert

Nerang Road

Lower Beechmont Syd Duncan Park, 19 Outlook

Avenue


Week 4 – Monday 3 to Sunday 9 January 2022 Date Time Activity Location Cost / Booking details

Mon 3 Jan

10am-2pm

DJ PARTY IN THE PARK Come party at the park with all your old favourites, right through to today’s hits!



Tue 4 Jan

10am-2pm

GIANT INFLATABLE OBSTACLE COURSE Test your fitness and have a heap of fun at the same time on the Giant Inflatable Obstacle Course.

Southport Broadwater Parklands Marine Parade Great Lawn


Wed 5 Jan

10am




Wed 5 Jan

10am-12pm




Wed 5 Jan

10am-2pm

GIANT INFLATABLE MAZE Lots of fun to be had with the Giant Inflatable Maze that will keep the kids entertained as they try and find their way out!



Wed 5 Jan

3pm-4.30pm


Reedy Creek Southern Skies Park Southern Skies Ave Wonga Park, 31 Cowell Drive


Thu 6 Jan

8am-9am


Ashmore Free City of Gold Coast P: 5582 8677 W: eventbrite.com.au/o/city-of-gold-coast-active-travel-program-17791334627

Thu 6 Jan

9.15am-10.15pm


Ashmore Free City of Gold Coast P: 5582 8677 W: eventbrite.com.au/o/city-of-gold-coast-active-travel-program-17791334627

Thu 6 Jan

9.30am-10.30am

BUBBLELICIOUS EXTRAVAGANZA A mind-blowing magic bubble-popping fun activity! Learn different types of bubble tricks with a twist.

Robina Robina Common Ron Penhaligon Way

Free Bubblelicious E: [email protected]













Thu 6 Jan

10am-2pm

THOMAS THE TANK TRAIN RIDES Choo! Choo! All aboard the Thomas the Tank Train rides for all ages.



Thu 6 Jan

10am-12pm




Thu 6 Jan

3pm-4pm

TUFF NUTTERZ Exhilarating fun for the whole family. Active & Healthy is working with Tuff Nutterz to discount the cost for you, limited spaces. Tuff Nutterz is a giant inflatable obstacle course measuring 270 metres long with 30 fun and exhausting obstacles. Families will be climbing walls, balancing balls and so much more. For ages from 3. Under 5’s require an accompanying carer.

Coomera Westfield Coomera 103 Foxwell Road

$10 TUFF NUTTERZ W: tuffnutterz.com/ To book for the session go onto the website and search for this time and date. Select the Active & Healthy Holiday Program than enter promo code - FUNSTUFF

Fri 7 Jan

9am-10am

RETRO BEACH GAMES Nothing makes a beach visit more enjoyable than playing some good old fashioned games. Think cricket, frisbee, beach touch, soccer and retro games. Keep the whole family entertained, laughing, and breathing in the fresh air. For all ages.

Coolangatta Queen Elizabeth Park Marine Parade Meet in front of The Strand


Fri 7 Jan

9am-10am

ACROBATIC AND FLEXIBILITY WORKSHOP Learn some acro tricks and work on your flexibility and strength in this fun workshop. Flip on an air track to some of your favourite tunes. All students to bring a yoga mat or large towel to use when doing stretches. For ages from 6 years.

Broadbeach Pratten Park Old Burleigh Road Grass area opposite Broadbeach state school


Fri 7 Jan

9am-10am


Helensvale Lions Park Helensvale 1A Discovery Drive


Fri 7 Jan

9.30am-10.30am

BUBBLELICIOUS EXTRAVAGANZA A mindblowing magic bubble-popping fun activity! Learn different types of bubble tricks with a twist.

Merrimac Faerie Park Inwood Circuit


Fri 7 Jan

10am-2pm




Sat 8 Jan

7am




Sat 8 Jan

8am-9am




https://www.tuffnutterz.com/











Sat 8 Jan

9am-10.30am

OUR BEACHES KIDS YOGA AND BEACH CLEAN Come and join Jala Yoga and enjoy a ‘kid focussed’ yoga session by the beach. Learn how to channel your inner downward dog or stretch like a cat. The morning is completed with a beach clean and chat about pollution; specifically how can help to keep our incredible coastal environment free of single use plastics and rubbish. For ages 4 to 13 years.

Currumbin Free City of Gold Coast, Our Beaches W: eventbrite.com.au/o/our-beaches-city-of-gold-coast-30776608690

Sat 8 Jan

9am-10am


Nerang Nerang Youth Precinct Arthur Earle Park Nerang Connection Rd


Sat 8 Jan

9am-11.30am


Southport Owen Park 201 Queens street


Sat 8 Jan

9.15am-10.15pm



Sat 8 Jan

10am-2pm

BUBBLE WORKSHOP Do your kids love playing with bubbles? Come down to the park for a special day of creating wonderous bubbles! Create giant bubbles, go inside bubbles and learn all sorts of tricks using big bubble wands.

Southport Broadwater Parklands Marine Parade Beside the Bouncy Pillow


Sat 8 Jan

10.30am




Sat 8 Jan

1pm – 3pm & 3pm – 5pm

KAYAKING Experience life on the water while exploring our city’s beautiful waterways. Kayaking is a fun activity that can be done solo or with family and friends. It’s also a great way to connect with nature. Suitable for children from 6.

Oxenford Coomera Weir end of old Tamborine Road














Sat 8 Jan

3pm-4.30pm

WATERMANIA Cool down this summer and have fun getting wet at these super fun, water play activities in the park. It’s the perfect afternoon out for big and little kids who want to beat the heat and have a fun playing games, such as dodge balloon, run the gauntlet, water relays, the big balloon movement and don’t burst the bubble. Bring a towel and a change of clothes as you're sure to walk away drenched, with a smile on your face! Don’t let the rain stop you! The session will only be cancelled in extreme weather and unsafe park conditions. Notification via email.

Pimpama Aquila Reserve 37 Swan Road


Sun 9 Jan

8am




Sun 9 Jan

8am-9am


Broadbeach Kurrawa Park Old Burleigh Road meet at beach volleyball courts


Sun 9 Jan

9am-10am

YEAH GIRL SKATE CRUISER SESSION Yeah Girl and Gold Coast Skateboard Coaching are teaming up to deliver all girl skateboarding workshops. Learn from Sarah and Jay in a safe and non-intimidating environment, while celebrating women’s skateboarding. It doesn’t matter where you are in your skate journey – no experience needed. Make new friends, build your confidence, and hone your skills. BYO gear or use our skateboards and helmets.

Broadbeach Kurrawa Park Old Burleigh Road meet north of Kurrawa SLSC


Sun 9 Jan

9.30am-10.30am

GLADIATOR GAMES Gather the family or rope in your mates and head to the park for a gladiator experience. In a fun and safe environment, a range of games will be offered that will see you jousting, rolling, jumping, ducking and laughing, whilst getting a sweat up. Suitable for all ages.

Ormeau Jacobs Ridge Park Jacobs Ridge Road


Sun 9 Jan

10am-11am

FUN DAZE ROLLER SKATE CRUISE Enjoy a cruisy roller skate experience and hit the Gold Coast's best roller skating locations. To participate skaters must be able to skate unassisted. Bring your own skates and protective gear is mandatory. For ages from 7 years.

Broadbeach Kurrawa Park Old Burleigh Road meet at beach volleyball courts


Sun 9 Jan

11am-3pm














Sun 9 Jan

3pm-4.30pm

WATERMANIA SPLASH Cool down this summer and have fun getting wet at these super fun, water play activities in the park. It’s the perfect afternoon out for big and little kids who want to beat the heat and have a fun playing games, such as dodge balloon, run the gauntlet, water relays, the big balloon movement and don’t burst the bubble. Bring a towel and a change of clothes as you're sure to walk away drenched, with a smile on your face! If its raining, don’t let it stop you! The session will only be cancelled in extreme weather and unsafe park conditions. If cancel you will be notified via email.

Coolangatta Queen Elizabeth Park Marine Parade (in front of The Strand)


Week 5 – Monday 10 to Sunday 16 January 2022 Date Time Activity Location Cost / Booking details

Mon 10 Jan

9am-9.45am




Mon 10 Jan

9am-10.30am




Mon 10 Jan

9.30am-11.30am

FAMILY CONNECTIONS OUTDOOR ADVENTURES This is a nature based program with interactive story time and nature crafts. Kids explore the rive and play on the beach. For family with children ages 2 to 10 years.

Hope Island Charles Holm Park 46 Chindrina Street

$15 Starting Strong, Mandy Mcardle-Potter M: 0449 029 393 E: [email protected]

Mon 10 Jan

9.30am-10.30am

LAUGHTER YOGA FOR FAMILIES Bring joy, laughter, your inner child and let go of daily life stress, and join us at the very popular laughter yoga. It involves a series of movement and breathing exercises to promote deliberate laughter. Everyone will leave feeling uplifted, energised and with huge smiles.

Molendinar Silver Bridle Park Macquarie Avenue and Blaxland Avenue

Free Aspiral Yoga, Shoshana M: 0402 616 204 W: aspiralyoga.com

Mon 10 Jan

9.30am-10.30am

OUR BEACHES OCEAN HABITATS Meet, touch and interact with live marine creatures. Discover amazing ocean artefacts and find out why healthy ocean environments are so important to the survival of our precious marine animals. For ages 6 to 10 years.

Elanora Free City of Gold Coast, Our Beaches W: eventbrite.com.au/o/our-beaches-city-of-gold-coast-30776608690

Mon 10 Jan

Anytime

360 DEGREE ONLINE NATURE TRAILS Immerse yourself in the surroundings of some of our top Gold Coast nature trails by taking a 360 degree virtual video tour.

Online Free Naturally GC, City of Gold Coast W: Cityofgoldcoast.com.au/naturetrails










http://www.aspiralyoga.com/



https://www.goldcoast.qld.gov.au/thegoldcoast/gold-coast-nature-trails-31823.html


Mon 10 Jan

10am-12pm

CREATIVE CALMING ART WORKSHOP Children will unlock their positive mindset and be offered the pathway to express themselves through craft. They will engage their sense of smell, sound, touch and sight in this 2 hour workshop designed to calm, indulge creativity and move them into a space where they can express freely. After a short meditation, students will create free form with watercolour, acrylic and collage techniques to create a future dream board. For ages 5 to 12 years.

Currumbin Artlis Studios 30 Currumbin Creek Road

Free Bookings essential via website, click on the holidays banner at top of the page Artlis Studios E: [email protected]

Mon 10 Jan

10am-12pm




Mon 10 Jan

10am-2pm




Mon 10 Jan

2pm-4pm

PARKOUR AAPES Everyone will be challenged with custom made obstacles to tackle in an outdoor parkour course. You will be shown the best techniques to make your way around the course quickly, efficiently and safely. Run, jump, climb, roll, vault and leap any obstacles in your way. For ages 7 to 14.

Helensvale AAPES Unit 4/46 Siganto Drive

Free AAPES W: clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=732298&stype=-8&sTG=29&sVT=1014&sView=day&sLoc=1

Mon 10 Jan

3pm-4.30pm


Coombabah Grassy Park 46 Hansford Road


Mon 10 Jan

4pm-5pm




Tue 11 Jan

9am-10am ACROBATIC AND FLEXIBILITY WORKSHOP Learn some acro tricks and work on your flexibility and strength in this fun workshop. Flip on an air track to some of your favourite tunes. All students to bring a yoga mat or large towel to use when doing stretches. For ages from 6 years.

Parkwood Abbott Park Parkwood Boulevard




https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=732298&stype=-8&sTG=29&sVT=1014&sView=day&sLoc=1










Tue 11 Jan

9am




Tue 11 Jan

9am-11.30am




Tue 11 Jan

10am-2pm


Southport Village Heart Village Boulevard


Tue 11 Jan

10am-2pm

GIANT INFLATABLE OBSTACLE COURSE Test your fitness and have a heap of fun at the same time on the Giant Inflatable Obstacle Course.



Tue 11 Jan

10am-12pm




Tue 11 Jan

1pm

SUP AND WATER SAFETY 8-15 YEARS This session was created to keep kids active through play. We teach them the basics in water safety, the importance of warm up and then proceed to a lesson where they will partake in races and fun ways to keep fit and healthy! Fully instructed session. For ages 8 to 15 years.



Tue 11 Jan

3pm-4.30pm


Burleigh Justins Park The Esplanade


Tue 11 Jan

4pm

ACTIVE & HEALTHY BILLY’S BUDDIES FOR TODDLERS At Billy’s Buddies, we love all sports, not just rugby league. Our programs emphasise fun and encourage children to develop their social skills, whilst at the same time, teaching them the fundamentals of ball sports. Billy’s Buddies is a ball sports program developed by rugby league legend Billy Slater. For ages 2 to 6 years.


Free Billy’s Buddies, North Gold Coast M: 0403 560 387 W: billysbuddies.com.au










http://www.billysbuddies.com.au/


Wed 12 Jan

9am-10am


Worongary Lawrance Hinde Park Explorers Way (opposite Delta Cove Drive roundabout)


Wed 12 Jan

9am-10am

OUR BEACHES PLASTIC OCEAN –CITIZEN SCIENCE Join Dr. Fabiana Moreira and marine experts to learn about how micro-plastics and marine debris affect the Gold Coast beach and marine environment; become a Citizen Scientist for the day and help collect vital information relating to the health of your local beach. Create art to take home and take part in a litter audit which goes toward some ‘ice-cream’ credit. For ages 6 to 10 years.

Palm Beach Free City of Gold Coast, Our Beaches W: eventbrite.com.au/o/our-beaches-city-of-gold-coast-30776608690

Wed 12 Jan

9am-10am

ACROBATIC AND FLEXIBILITY WORKSHOP Learn some acro tricks and work on your flexibility and strength in this fun 1 hour workshop. Flip on an air track to some of your favourite tunes. All students to bring a yoga mat or large towel to use when doing stretches. For ages from 6 years.

Mudgeeraba Firth Park Somerset Drive Meet at the netball courts


Wed 12 Jan

9.30am-10.30am

LAUGHTER YOGA FOR FAMILIES Bring joy, laughter, your inner child and let go of daily life stress, and join us at the very popular laughter yoga. It involves a series of movement and breathing exercises to promote deliberate laughter. Everyone will leave feeling uplifted, energised and with huge smiles.

Benowa Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens 230 Ashmore Road

Free Aspiral Yoga, Shoshana M: 0402 616 204 W: aspiralyoga.com

Wed 12 Jan

9.30am-11.30am

COLOUR EXPLOSION OBSTACLE COURSE Fill your day with colour! Challenge yourself on an obstacle course while being sprayed with coloured powder and water. So book in, grab a white shirt, friends and family and head to the park for some colour filled fun! Bring a towel and a change of clothes as you're sure to walk away drenched, colourful and with a smile on your face! If its raining, don’t let it stop you! The session will only be cancelled in extreme weather and unsafe park conditions. If cancel you will be notified via email.

Currumbin Waters Galleon Park Galleon Way


Wed 12 Jan

10am-2pm

GIANT INFLATABLE MAZE Lots of fun to be had with the Giant Inflatable Maze that will keep the kids entertained as they try and find their way out!



Wed 12 Jan

12pm




Wed 12 Jan

2pm









http://www.aspiralyoga.com/





Wed 12 Jan

3pm-4pm

TUFF NUTTERZ Exhilarating fun for the whole family. Active & Healthy is working with Tuff Nutterz to discount the cost for you, limited spaces. Tuff Nutterz is a giant inflatable obstacle course measuring 270 metres long with 30 fun and exhausting obstacles. Families will be climbing walls, balancing balls and so much more. For ages from 3. Under 5’s require an accompanying carer.


$10 TUFF NUTTERZ W: tuffnutterz.com/ To book for the session go onto the website and search for this time and date. Select the Active & Healthy Holiday Program than enter promo code - FUNSTUFF

Thu 13 Jan

9am-9.45am




Thu 13 Jan

9am-10.30am




Thu 13 Jan

9am-10.30am




Thu 13 Jan

9am-11am


Pacific Pines Pacific Pines Central Park 149 Pacific Pines Boulevard


Thu 13 Jan

10am-2pm




Thu 13 Jan

10am-2pm

















Thu 13 Jan

11am-12pm

NATURALLYGC SEAGRASS OF THE BROADWATER This workshop introduces the kids to the underwater world, particularly seagrass and all its creatures. Seagrass is a vital food source for various marine species (like the turtle!) besides being a home for numerous organisms. During this workshop we focus on identifying the different types of seagrass and the animals found within this environment. We might even spot a seahorse, colourful fish or turtles! For ages from 6 years.

Labrador


Thu 13 Jan

4pm-5pm


Labrador Norm Rix Park 119 Government Road


Fri 14 Jan

9am-10am & 10.30am- 11.30am


Miami Burleigh Bears Junior Pizzey Park Pizzey Drive (meet near the Athletics Track)


Fri 14 Jan

9am-11am




Fri 14 Jan

9am-12pm


Pimpama Bim’bimba Park Gainsborough Drive


Fri 14 Jan

10am-2pm




Fri 14 Jan

4pm-5.30pm


















Fri 14 Jan

5pm-6pm


Benowa Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens 230 Ashmore Road


Fri 14 Jan

7pm-9pm

MOVIES UNDER THE STARS – ABOMINABLE What a better way to spend an evening than outdoors watching a movie under the stars? This is a free, family-friendly event for everyone.



Sat 15 Jan

7am




Sat 15 Jan

9am-10am


Ormeau Norfolk Park 6 Halfway Drive


Sat 15 Jan

9am-10.30am

BETTER BIKE MAINTENANCE Learn valuable tips and how to clean your bike, repair punctures, adjust your brakes and maintain the chain. Designed for all ages, including family groups. Children are welcome if accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Coomera Free City of Gold Coast P: 5582 8677 W: cityofgoldcoast.com.au/events

Sat 15 Jan

9am-11.30am


Miami Pizzey Park Sonia Street Grass area next to the netball courts


Sat 15 Jan

9am-12pm

ROCK CLIMB AND RETRO FUN Challenge yourself on the 11 metre high mobile rock wall. Fully qualified and friendly instructors give you the guidance needed to ensure your climbing adventure is enjoyable, exciting and safe. Includes a free family fitness session. The activity is suitable for children (from six years of age), parents and caregivers and enclosed shoes must be worn. While you are waiting your turn, enjoy Sparky Do Dah's Pop-Up Playground and try stilts, juggling sticks, duck fishing, balance and old-school retro games – suitable for all ages. Pack the picnic blanket, snacks and invite family and friends to enjoy time in the fresh air.


Free Vertec Adventure W: vertecadventure.com.au Sparky Do Dah M: 0411 699 928 W: SparkyDoDah.com.au




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Sat 15 Jan

9am




Sat 15 Jan

9.30am-10.30am & 10.45am-11.45am


Varsity Lakes


Sat 15 Jan

10am


Nerang Bischof Pioneer Park 38 Nerang Street


Sat 15 Jan

10.30am




Sat 15 Jan

12pm




Sat 15 Jan

3pm-5pm

YEAH GIRL SKATE PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP A skate photography workshop for those who have a passion for skateboarding and want to learn how to capture it. We'll cover things like composition, how to capture the context of a trick, basic technical skills and settings, photographing a skate event, communicating with skateboarders you're shooting, how to get your work published, and more! Ages 15 years and up.

Ormeau Ormeau Community Centre 3 Cuthbert Drive

Free Bookings online Yeah Girl, Sarah Huston E: [email protected] W: yeahgirlmedia.com/workshops

Sat 15 Jan

7pm-9pm

MOVIES UNDER THE STARS – ROCKETMAN What a better way to spend an evening than outdoors watching a movie under the stars? This is a free, family-friendly event for everyone.

Surfers Paradise MacIntosh Island Park Main Beach Parade


Sun 16 Jan

6am

SUNRISE SILENT YOGA Salute the sunrise with a silent yoga which will recharge your mind and body in a natural environment. Silent yoga is an amazing experience where you can focus on your practice, breath and relaxation wearing headsets to reduce environmental noise and distractions. Take time for yourself to tune into your mind, body and soul. Held on the third Sunday of the month over warmer months. An adventure like no other being surrounded by ocean, nature or taking in the beauty of this great city.


$5 Best Silent Disco M: 0420 671 491 W: bestsilentdisco.com.au/silent-events




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Sun 16 Sep

8am




Sun 16 Jan

9.30am-10.30am


Worongary Lawrance Hinde Park Explorers Way opposite Delta Cove Drive roundabout


Sun 16 Jan

9.30am-10.30am & 10.45am-11.45am


Helensvale


Sun 16 Jan

11am-3pm




Week 6 – Monday 17 to Sunday 23 January 2022


Mon 17 Jan

9am-12pm

TIE-DYE SOCKS AND PARK GAMES Pack the picnic blanket and snacks – it’s colour, laughter and hours of entertainment for the whole family. Bring a white item (t-shirt, socks, small bag) and bring them to life in an vibrant tie-dye workshop. Or we have sock on offer to save riunning around. While you are waiting your turn, enjoy Sparky Do Dah's Pop-Up Playground and try stilts, juggling sticks, duck fishing, balance and old-school retro games.

Palm Beach Palm Beach Parklands 945 Gold Coast Highway


Mon 17 Jan

9.30am-10.30am


Coombabah Grassy Park 46 Hansford Road


Mon 17 Jan

9.30am-11.30am


Oxenford Damian Leeding Memorial Park Watersports Lane











Mon 17 Jan

9.30am-11.30am

FAMILY CONNECTIONS OUTDOOR ADVENTURES This is a nature based program with interactive story time and nature crafts. Kids explore the rive and play on the beach. For family with children ages 2 to 10 years.


$15 Starting Strong, Mandy Mcardle-Potter M: 0449 029 393 E: [email protected]

Mon 17 Jan

10am-2pm




Mon 17 Jan

4pm-5pm




Mon 17 Jan

4pm-5.30pm


Carrara Alan Nielsen Park Nielsens Road


Tue 18 Jan

9am-10am




Tue 18 Jan

9am-10am ACROBATIC AND FLEXIBILITY WORKSHOP Learn some acro tricks and work on your flexibility and strength in this fun 1 hour workshop. Flip on an air track to some of your favourite tunes. All students to bring a yoga mat or large towel to use when doing stretches. For ages from 6 years.

Palm Beach Mallawa Sports Complex Melaleuca Drive Meet at the cricket nets


Tue 18 Jan

9am-10am

MAKE YOUR OWN RAINBOW OR KOALA PLATE - POTTERY CLAY WORKSHOP Make something special for yourself out of air dry clay. You will learn hand building techniques to create your own design. Parents/carers are required to stay with children under 8 years. For ages 6 and over.

Labrador Labrador Community Hub 57 Billington Street

Free The Chroma Kids W: eventbrite.com/e/make-your-own-rainbow-or-koala-plate-potery-clay-workshop-tickets-219467131097

Tue 18 Jan

9am











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Tue 18 Jan

9am-10.30am

KIDS IN CONSERVATION: DISCOVERING OUR FEATHERED FRIENDS! Lakes, lagoons and acres of native plants in an urban environment create the perfect habitat for an encounter with our amazing bird life. Have fun spotting all the birds at the Gardens and complete a Birds at the Gardens field guide to take home. For ages 6 to 12.

Benowa Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens 230 Ashmore Road Meet outside the Friends Centre

$5 Friends of the Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens W: trybooking.com/BLDTD

Tue 18 Jan

9am – 11.30am

BASKETBALL FOR ALL Come and play basketball. Open to players brand new basketball to those who play down the park with friends. Join in the fun with drills to develop your ballhandling, passing and shooting as well as games to top the session. For ages 6 to 14 years.

Carrara Gold Coast Sport and Leisure Centre 296 Nerang Broadbeach Road

Free Gold Coast Basketball E: [email protected]

Tue 18 Jan

10am-11am

NATURALLYGC BUSY LITTLE BEES Did you know there are over 1600 different types of native bees in Australia! Dr Toby Smith will introduce us to the amazing world of Australian native bees. Suitable for ages 5 and above. Parents must stay to supervise children during workshop.

Ormeau Free City of Gold Coast W: Eventbrite/NaturallyGC

Tue 18 Jan

10am-2pm

INFLATABLE HORSE RACING Giddy up for the Inflatable Horse Races. Great fun for the little ones.



Tue 18 Jan

4pm

ACTIVE & HEALTHY BILLY’S BUDDIES TODDLERS At Billy’s Buddies, we love all sports, not just rugby league. Our programs emphasise fun and encourage children to develop their social skills, whilst at the same time, teaching them the fundamentals of ball sports. Billy’s Buddies is a ball sports program developed by rugby league legend Billy Slater. For ages 2 to 6 years.



Wed 19 Jan

9am-10am

NATURALLYGC BECOME A VET FOR KIDS Ever wanted to know what its like to be a Wildlife Vet? Come and explore some of the tasks vets and nurses undertake! For ages 5 to 12 years.


Wed 19 Jan

9am-11am


Elanora Eddie Kornhauser Recreational Reserve Casuarina Drive


Wed 19 Jan

9.30am-10.30am


Ashmore Sweetgum Park 5 Parasol Street


Wed 19 Jan

10am-2pm


Mudgeeraba Woodlands Park 84 Swanton Dr


Wed 19 Jan

10am-2pm

ROCKWALL The challenge is to get to the top! Great entertainment for the family. For ages from 4 years and above.



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Wed 19 Jan

12pm




Wed 19 Jan

1pm-3pm

CREATIVE CALMING ART WORKSHOP Children will unlock their positive mindset and be offered the pathway to express themselves through craft. They will engage their sense of smell, sound, touch and sight in this 2 hour workshop designed to calm, indulge creativity and move them into a space where they can express freely. After a short meditation, students will create free form with watercolour, acrylic and collage techniques to create a future dream board. For ages 5 to 12 years.

Currumbin Artlis Studios 30 Currumbin Creek Road

Free Bookings essential via website, click on the holidays banner at top of the page Artlis Studios E: [email protected]

Wed 19 Jan

2pm




Wed 19 Jan

3pm-4.30pm


Pacific Pines Pacific Pines Central Park 149 Pacific Pines Blvd


Wed 19 Jan

4pm-6pm

DRAMA IMPROVISATION WORKSHOP Unlock your child's imagination this school holidays and allow them to grow in confidence as they learn to be spontaneous on stage, creating new stories and characters from scratch!

Coomera Coomera Community Space 133 Finnegan Way

Free ZigZag Theatre W: trybooking.com/BVNVG

Thu 20 Jan

8am–10am & 10am–12pm

KAYAKING Experience life on the water while exploring our city’s beautiful waterways. Kayaking is a fun activity that can be done solo or with family and friends. It’s also a great way to connect with nature. Suitable for children from 6.

Nerang Boat Ramp at Arthur Earle Park


Thu 20 Jan

9am-10am


Arundel Colgate Palmolive Park Allied Drive






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Thu 20 Jan

9am-10am

NATURALLYGC KIDS GO GREEN Do you know what to do with our rubbish? Come and learn all about what we should do with all the different types of waste that we produce including soft plastic, paper, food waste and batteries. See how quick you are in our recycling race where you can put your knowledge to the test! And then craft some bio confetti, a wonderful alternative to balloons. Participants have the opportunity for a meet and greet with an animal at the end of the session. For ages 5 to 12 years.


Thu 20 Jan

9am-10.30am




Thu 20 Jan

9am-12pm

ALL GIRLS CRICKET COLOUR BLAST COME AND TRY SESSION An all-girls cricket come and try event with a colour run theme. No experience or equipment necessary. For ages 5 to 12 years.

Helensvale Helensvale Pacific Pines Cricket Club Hession Oval Parks Drive

$20 Bookings required via website Queensland Cricket, Trent Walters E: [email protected] W: tinyurl.com/ywthnss

Thu 20 Jan

9.30am-10.30am

BUBBLELICIOUS EXTRAVAGANZA A mind-blowing magic bubble-popping fun activity! Learn different types of bubble tricks with a twist.



Thu 20 Jan

10am-2pm


Currumbin Winders Parks 139 Duringan


Thu 20 Jan

10am-2pm




Thu 20 Jan

4pm-5pm


Broadbeach Pattern Park Old Burleigh Road Meet on grass opposite Broadbeach State School


Fri 21 Jan

9am-11am









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Fri 21 Jan

9am-12pm


Surfers Paradise Appel Park 10 Ferny Avenue


Fri 21 Jan

9.15am-10.15am

MAKE YOUR OWN RAINBOW OR KOALA PLATE - POTTERY CLAY WORKSHOP Make something special for yourself out of air dry clay. You will learn hand building techniques to create your own design. Parents/carers are required to stay with children under 8 years. For ages 6 and over.

Burleigh Burleigh Waters Community Centre 111/135 Christine Avenue

Free The Chroma Kids W: eventbrite.com/e/copy-of-make-your-own-rainbow-or-koala-plate-potery-clay-workshop-tickets-219485024617

Fri 21 Jan

9.30am


Mermaid Waters Albert Waterways Park 61 Sunshine Boulevard


Fri 21 Jan

10am-2pm




Fri 21 Jan

3pm-4.30pm


Ashmore Sweetgum Park 5 Parasol Street


Sat 22 Jan

7am




Sat 22 Jan

9am-10am

ACTIVE & HEALTHY SKATEBOARD WORKSHOPS Come on down to your lo cal skate park and be taught by our great coaches. Learning new skills may be a little challenging but challenge is good. If you feel nervous about trying skateboarding, don’t be – these workshops are all inclusive and great for beginners. You don’t even need your own gear as we supply skateboards and helmets for up to 15 participants. For ages from 3.





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Sat 22 Jan

9am-11.30am


Pimpama Pimpama Bim’bimba Park Gainsborough Drive


Sat 22 Jan

10am

ACTIVE & HEALTHY BILLY’S BUDDIES At Billy’s Buddies, we love all sports, not just rugby league. Our programs emphasise fun and encourage children to develop their social skills, whilst at the same time, teaching them the fundamentals of ball sports. Billy’s Buddies is a ball sports program developed by rugby league legend Billy Slater. For ages 2 to 6 years.



Sat 22 Jan

10am-11am

NATURALLYGC JUNIOR WILDLIFE CARERS Discover how to encourage wildlife in your own garden. Learn about Biodiversity and how easy it can be to share your home with many different species, what types of homes they need, and how can you provide this in your garden. Join in with some nature journaling, help to colour in rescue pouches and do some animal craft.For ages 7 to 11 years.

Pacific Pines Free City of Gold Coast W: Eventbrite/NaturallyGC

Sat 22 Jan

10am-2pm

SPORTSTACULAR Come and have a fit-load of family interactive fun in our mini sports arena.



Sat 22 Jan

10.30am




Sat 22 Jan

3pm-4.30pm

WATERMANIA Cool down this summer and have fun getting wet at these super fun, water play activities in the park. It’s the perfect afternoon out for big and little kids who want to beat the heat and have a fun playing games, such as dodge balloon, run the gauntlet, water relays, the big balloon movement and don’t burst the bubble. Bring a towel and a change of clothes as you're sure to walk away drenched, with a smile on your face! If its raining, don’t let it stop you! The session will only be cancelled in extreme weather and unsafe park conditions. If cancel you will be notified via email.

Jacobs Well Reisenweber Park 27 Bay Drive


Sat 22 Jan

7pm-9pm

MOVIES UNDER THE STARS – THE CROODS: A NEW AGE What a better way to spend an evening than outdoors watching a movie under the stars? This is a free, family-friendly event for everyone.

Burleigh Heads Justins Park The Esplanade


Sun 23 Jan

8am















Sun 23 Jan

8am-9am


Palm Beach Mallawa Drive Sports Complex Mallawa Drive meet at netball courts


Sun 23 Jan

10am-11am

FUN DAZE ROLLER SKATE CRUISE Enjoy a cruisy roller skate experience and hit the Gold Coast's best roller skating locations. To participate skaters must be able to skate unassisted. Bring your own skates and protective gear is mandatory. For ages from 7 years.

Miami Pizzey Park Pizzey Park Skate Park Sonia Street


Sun 23 Jan

2.30pm-4.30pm

PARKOUR ADVENTURE Everyone will be challenged with custom made obstacles to tackle in an outdoor parkour course. You will be shown the best techniques to make your way around the course quickly, efficiently and safely. Run, jump, climb, roll, vault and leap any obstacles in your way. For ages from 7 years.


Free AAPES E: [email protected]

Half and full day programs Date Time Activity Location Cost / Booking details

Everyday

9am -4pm

TUFF NUTTERZ A giant inflatable obstacle course measuring 270 metres long with 30 fun and exhausting obstacles. families will be climbing walls, balancing ball and so much more. For ages from 3. Under 5’s require an accompanying carer.


$20 for 1 hour/ $30 for 2 hours TUFF NUTTERZ W: tuffnutterz.com/

Fri 17 Dec

9am-3pm

AFL CLINIC FOR U11.5, U12.5 BOYS AND U13.5 GIRLS A fun day of footy for boys and girls covering fundamentals, individual skill development, fitness, games and modified match practice. This clinic is held at Southport Sharks FC run by former AFL player and coach Matthew Lappin.

Southport Southport Sharks Football Club Olsen Ave Musgrave Ave

$50 Matthew Lappin W: trybooking.com/events/landing?eid=840736&fbclid=IwAR3XEjP_w6rI9UVlyY7QKak9Z2ckGmThFPU2wHTlDfhxER7eCQBvzYXp2rQ

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DISNEY+ DRIVE-IN Join us at Carrara Sports Precinct for 6 fabulous weeks of flicks from the latest Disney+ releases to throwbacks and fan favourites. This year, enjoy from the comforts of your car or kick back on comfy bean loungers with exclusive wait service at The Park.

Carrara Disney+ Drive-In Carrara Sports Precinict car Park Next to Emerald Lakes Gold Club

From $42.53 for 1 car Openair Cinemas W: bit.ly/3jJ0RVI

Everyday 9am-5pm

GC AQUA PARK Roll around like a hamster, jump around on multiple trampolines, slide down the largest slides and play ball on our huge arena. Experienced and qualified lifeguards are on duty during operational times. Minimum age is 5 years. Children aged 5 to 9 must always be accompanied by a responsible person and/or an adult.

Southport Broadwater Parklands Gold Coast Highway

From $20 W gcaquapark.com.au

Mon – Fri Weekly

8.30am-4.30pm

OPEN POOL Cool down and splash around at the pool. Open to the community from Monday to Friday these holidays. Children under 15 will need an adult over 18 to supervise.

Palm Beach Tallebudgera Leisure Centre 1525 Gold Coast Highway

$3.90 Queensland Recreation Centres P: 1800 753 732





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Mon – Fri Weekly

8.30am-4.30pm

ROCK CLIMBING Put yourself to the test and challenge the 10m high rock face at the Gold Coast Recreation Centre! Running Monday to Friday these holidays. Children aged 5 to 12 will need adult supervision and everyone needs enclosed shoes.


$12.50 Queensland Recreation Centres W: qld.gov.au/recreation/activities/areas-facilities/centres/camps-and-activities/indoor-rock-climbing-and-caving

Various 9am-3pm

KDV SPORTS MULTI SPORT CLINICS These holidays enjoy 6 weeks of camp with morning tea, lunch and a range of activities included. Before camp care from 7am to 8.30am and after camp care from 3.30pm to 6pm is available at an extra cost. All details available on the website. For ages 5 to 13 years.

Carrara KDV Sports 221 Nerang-Broadbeach Road

$59 KDV Sports W: kdvsport.com/school-holiday-camps

Various

9am-3pm

SUMMER TENNIS CAMP AT KDV SPORTS Come and play tennis these holidays. Morning tea and lunch included. Before camp care from 7am to 8.30am and after camp care from 3.30pm to 6pm is available at an extra cost. All details available on the website. For ages from 5 to 13 years.



Various

9am-3pm

SUMMER GOLF CAMP AT KDV SPORTS Come and play golf these holidays. Morning tea and lunch included. Before camp care from 7am to 8.30am and after camp care from 3.30pm to 6pm is available at an extra cost. All details available on the website. For ages from 5 to 13 years.



Various 9am-4pm

LEGO® WORKSHOPS If your kids love LEGO, than they will enjoy these full day workshops. Topics included brick city engineers, robotics, brick arcade, transformation creations and superhero. For ages 7 and over. Ormeau: 13 Dec 2021 – 19 Jan 2021 Mermaid Beach:10 Jan – 12 Jan 2022

Ormeau Mermaid Beach

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Various 9am-3.30pm

COAST CLUB HOLIDAY ADVENTURE Get the kids up and active at the Gold Coast Recreation Centre! Running daily activity sessions packed with exciting, challenging and safe activities. Sessions are delivered by experienced and friendly staff members. Parents and families are welcome to join in the fun! For ages 8 and over.


$29.05 half day/$67.05 full day Queensland Recreation Centres W: qld.gov.au/recreation/activities/areas-facilities/centres/camps-and-activities/school-holiday-activities-at-coast-club

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SPC HOLIDAY CAMPS SPC Holiday Program is a great way to keep the kids entertained during the school holidays. Children booked in for our holiday program will have the opportunity to learn the following: acrobatics, trapeze, juggling, balancing globe, silks and lyra, gymnastics, inflatable and games.

Southport Super Performance Centre Southport Park Shopping centre Corner Ferry Road and Benowa Road Centre Inside

From $45 Super Performance Centre W: superperformancecentre.com.au/holiday-camps/?fbclid=IwAR1CL-L8eqX-Wl9iNLR4W0F6c85sAR9flYkcIGRJY1wGq8RY1s2g4heprIM

Mon 10 Jan

8.30am-3pm

VET FOR A DAY Participants will learn about rehabilitation and rescue, release techniques, veterinary equipment and their uses and conduct health checks on animals. Extended care options from 3pm to 5pm for $15 per person. For ages 6 to 12.

Currumbin Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary 28 Tomewin Street

$59 Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary W: currumbinsanctuary.com.au

Tue 11 Jan

8.30am-3pm

ANIMAL TRAINER FOR A DAY Learn about training techniques we use both for animal health checks and behaviours for our shows. Extended care options from 3pm to 5pm for $15 per person. For ages 6 to 12.



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Wed 12 Jan

8.30am-3pm

JUNIOR KEEPER FOR A DAY Saving Habitats is saving wildlife! Join the amazing Conservation Race and learn how you can save wildlife in your own backyard and community. From recycling and upcycling craft activities to creating wildlife-friendly gardens. Meet some of the animals that need your help! Extended care options from 3pm to 5pm for $15 per person. For ages 6 to 12.



Thu 13 Jan

8.30am-3pm

WILDLIFE FRIENDLY GARDENS Learn how to create a thriving wildlife friendly garden and encourage Australian native species to your very own backyard. From sustainability and worm farms, to composting, baby bird buckets, bee hotels and how to choose the right plants, students will also meet some animals that may decide to call your garden home one day. Hands on and interactive with take on craft. For ages 6 to 12.



Fri 14 Jan

8.30am-3pm

VET FOR A DAY Participants will learn about rehabilitation and rescue, release techniques, veterinary equipment and their uses and conduct health checks on animals. Extended care options from 3pm to 5pm for $15 per person. For ages 6 to 12.



Various Half and full days

PLATINUM TENNIS Summer school holiday fun camps. You will be playing tennis, water bomb games, movies, dodgeball and so much more.

Nerang Hinterland Tennis Club Price Street

From $30 to $45 Hinterland Tennis Club W: facebook.com/platinumtennisgc/posts/4535403096549886

Weekdays From 6am

SCHOOL HOLIDAY STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING Be prepared for next season. School holiday strength and conditioning sessions. Tailored small group sessions to put you a step ahead and ready for 2022. Two strength and two conditioning sessions per week. Various morning time slots are available.

Burleigh Salt Fitness and Conditioning Township Drive

$50 per week for 4 sessions Bookings via FB page or call Salt Fitness and Conditioning, Brodie M: 0405 233 323 F: facebook.com/saltfitnessandconsulting




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Ashmore Glenmore Park Lot 8 Ashmore Road Sun Valley Park Rear 82 Parasol Street

Benowa Scenic Park Bamboo Avenue

Biggera Waters Quota Park Marine Parade


Broadbeach Waters Albert Park 180 Monaco Street Boronia Park 147 Allambi Avenue

Burleigh Heads Justins Park The Esplanade Reg Chesters Park The Esplanade Rotary Park The Esplanade Rudd Park 28 Goodwin Terrace

Burleigh Waters Coronet Park 48a Grebe Place

Carrara Boonooroo Park 7 Hickey Way Emerald Lakes Park Lakeside Drive Jade Stone Park 12 Jade Stone Court

Coolangatta Roughton Park Opp 74 Musgrave Street

Coombabah Nolan Park 53a Sidney Nolan Drive

Helensvale Discovery Park 84 Discovery Drive Helensvale Rugby Park 239 Discovery Drive Robert Dalley Park 3a Dalley Park Drive

Hope Island Sickle Park 13 Sickle Avenue

Jacobs Well Riesenweber Park 27 Bay Drive

Labrador Len Fox Park Marine Parade

Main Beach Philip Park Lot 318 Seaworld Drive

OUTDOOR FITNESS EQUIPMENT

Mermaid Beach Ken Mansbridge Park Peerless Avenue

Merrimac Stoner Family Park 70 Merridown Drive

Miami Ed Hardy Park The Esplanade Justins Park Lot 207 The Esplanade

Mudgeeraba Franklin Flats Parkland Dowson Esplanade Woodlands Park 84 Swanton Drive

Nerang Swift Park 11 Centurion Crescent

Ormeau Daylesford Park Daylesford Circuit Norfolk West Reserve 15 Katunga Circuit Peachey Park 2 Peachey Road Pincally Crescent Park Pincally Crescent Stewarts Park (Ormeau) Stewarts Road

Ormeau Hills Big Blue Gum Park River Run Circuit Coogera North Conservation Reserve Landsdowne Drive Coogera South Conservation Reserve 2 Wollombi Avenue

Pacific Pines Pacific Pines Central Park 149 Pacific Pines Blvd

Oxenford Damian Leeding Memorial Park Watersport Lane Gaven State School Public Playground 212 Universal Street Weka Parklands, Binstead Way

Palm Beach Rockview Public Park Gold Coast Hwy Ronnie Long Park 1505 Gold Coast Hwy


Pimpama Gainsborough Parklands Great Sandy Circuit

Reedy Creek Southern Skies Park Southern Skies Ave Wonga Park 31 Cowell Drive

Robina Jack Wilson Park Cheltenham Dr Lake Lomandra Park Olympus Dr Robina Common 65 Ron Penhaligon Way

Southport Broadwater Parklands North near Bathing Pavilion Marine Parade James Overell Park Brighton Parade

Steiglitz Charlie Hammel Park 350 Cabbage Tree Point Road

Surfers Paradise HOTA 135 Bundall Road Surfers Paradise 60 The Esplanade

Tallai Ingles Park Old Coach Road

Upper Coomera Abraham Park 90 Reserve Road Upper Coomera Adventure Parklands 221 Reserve Road

Varsity Lakes Frascott Park Yodelay Street Varsity Central Park Lake Street

Yatala Sears Road Reserve 22 Sears Road


Toddler Summer of fun Kids love to play! Keep the kids 1 to 5 years entertained this summer through the Summer of Fun Toddler holiday program.


Mon 13 Dec

9am-11.30am




Mon 13 Dec

4.30pm


Ormeau Ormeau Shearers Junior Rugby League Club Brien Harris Park 1 Peachy Road


Tue 14 Dec

9am




Wed 15 Dec

4.30pm


Mudgeeraba Mudgeeraba Junior Rugby League Club Firth Park Somerset Drive


Thu 16 Dec

4.30pm


Currumbin Currumbin Eagles Junior Rugby League Club Merv Craig Recreation Park 26 Galleon Way










Sat 18 Dec

8.30am & 9.30am




Sat 18 Dec

10am-2pm




Sat 18 Dec

10.30am




Mon 20 Dec

9am-9.45am




Tue 21 Dec

9am-11.30am




Tue 21 Dec

9am




Sat 8 Jan

9am-11.30am


Southport Owen Park 201 Queens street


Sat 8 Jan

10.30am



















Mon 10 Jan

9am-9.45am




Tue 11 Jan

9am-11.30am




Tue 11 Jan

10am-2pm




Tue 11 Jan

4pm




Thu 13 Jan

9am-9.45am




Thu 13 Jan

10am-2pm




Sat 15 Jan

9am-11.30am


Miami Pizzey Park Sonia Street Grass area next to the netball courts


















Sat 15 Jan

10am




Sat 15 Jan

10.30am




Tue 18 Jan

9am




Tue 18 Jan

4pm

ACTIVE & HEALTHY BILLY’S BUDDIES TODDLERS At Billy’s Buddies, we love all sports, not just rugby league. Our programs emphasise fun and encourage children to develop their social skills, whilst at the same time, teaching them the fundamentals of ball sports. Billy’s Buddies is a ball sports program developed by rugby league legend Billy Slater. For ages 2 to 6 years.



Wed 19 Jan

10am-2pm


Mudgeeraba Woodlands Park 84 Swanton Dr


Thu 20 Jan

10am-2pm


Currumbin Winders Parks 139 Duringan


Sat 22 Jan

9am-11.30am


Pimpama Pimpama Bim’bimba Park Gainsborough Drive


Sat 22 Jan

10.30am














active healthy summer holiday program 2021-2022

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