About the service
(Back to top)The Active Parramatta Van is a free service operated by the City of Parramatta.
Aim
The Active Parramatta Van aims to make Parramatta a more active, healthy and connected city.
We deliver free community health programs that promote healthy lifestyles across the lifespan:
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Early development
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Mums N Bubs
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Primary school-aged children
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Youth
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Adults
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Better ageing (over 55s)
Objectives
The objectives of the Active Parramatta Van include:
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Increasing awareness of the benefits of healthy and active lifestyles
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Increasing participation to improve the community’s health and well-being
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Improving community cohesion and connectedness through active participation and social inclusion
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Increasing opportunities to engage with local youth through active participation and counsel
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Providing access to literacy and educational programs to connect residents with their local communities
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Increasing the presence of partner organisations to deliver community-based, health and well-being outcomes
Free health and fitness programs
(Back to top)Free Exercise Resources
In addition to our term-based programs, we have a range of downloadable PDF programs to support your exercise routines at home. For further support, chat with your GP or get in touch with your local allied health professional.
Term 2 2023
(Back to top)Program dates: Monday 1 May to Friday 23 June 2023
Programs will be open for registration: Friday 21 April 2023 from 9am
Face to Face Classes
Monday
Better Ageing Gentle Exercise I John Curtin Meeting Room, Winston Hills
Mondays 10AM to 10:45AM - 1 May to 19 June REGISTER HERE
Better Ageing Cardio Fit I John Curtin Meeting Room, Winston Hills
Mondays 11AM to 11:45AM - 1 May to 19 June REGISTER HERE
Tuesday
Better Ageing Modified Sports I Don Moore Community Centre, Carlingford
Tuesdays 12:30PM to 1:15PM - 2 May to 20 June REGISTER HERE
Mums N Bubs Fitness I Reg Byrne Community Centre, Wentworthville
Tuesdays 1:30PM to 2:15PM - 2 May to 20 June REGISTER HERE
Wednesday
Mums N Bubs Fitness I Wentworth Point Community Centre & Library
Wednesdays 11:15AM to 12PM - 3 May to 21 June REGISTER HERE
Learn Play Grow I Wentworth Point Library Community Centre & Library
Wednesdays 12:30PM to 1:15PM - 3 May to 24 May REGISTER HERE
Learn Play Grow (Round 2) I Wentworth Point Library Community Centre & Library
Wednesdays 12:30PM to 1:00PM - 31 May to 21 June REGISTER HERE
Thursday
Mums N Bubs Fitness I Newington Community Centre
Thursdays 9:45AM to 10:30AM - 4 May to 22 June REGISTER HERE
Mums N Bubs Fitness I PHIVE Community, Cultural & Civic Hub, Parramatta
Thursdays 10AM to 10:45AM - 4 May to 22 June REGISTER HERE
Better Ageing Holistic Fitness I Dundas Community Centre, Telopea
Thursdays 11:15AM to 12PM - 4 May to 22 June REGISTER HERE
APV Adult Fit I Dundas Community Centre, Telopea
Thursdays 12:15PM to 1PM - 4 May to 22 June REGISTER HERE
Friday
Mums N Bubs Fitness I Harry Todd Band Hall, Parramatta
Fridays 10AM to 10:45AM - 5 May to 23 June REGISTER HERE
Active Kids Intergenerational Play I Jubilee Park, Parramatta
Fridays 11AM to 11:45AM - 5 May to 23 June REGISTER HERE
Online Classes
Monday
Better Ageing Gentle Exercise I Zoom
Monday 10AM to 10:45AM - 1 May to 19 June REGISTER HERE
APV Adult Fit I Zoom
Monday 2PM to 2:30PM - 1 May to 19 June REGISTER HERE
Tuesday
Better Ageing Mobility Flow I Zoom
Tuesdays 9AM to 9:45AM - 2 May to 20 June REGISTER HERE
Better Ageing Cardio Fit I Zoom
Tuesdays 10:15AM to 11AM - 2 May to 20 June REGISTER HERE
Wednesday
Better Ageing Strength for Life I Zoom
Wednesdays 10AM to 10:45AM - 3 May to 21 June REGISTER HERE
APV Adult Fit I Zoom
Wednesdays 2PM to 2:30PM - 3 May to 21 June REGISTER HERE
Friday
Better Ageing Gentle Exercise I Zoom
Fridays 10AM to 10:45AM - 5 May to 23 June REGISTER HERE
Better Ageing Cardio Fit I Zoom
Fridays 11:15AM to 12PM - 5 May to 23 June REGISTER HERE
Online Program Guides
How to use ZOOM on smart phones
How to Register for Programs
Registrations must now be completed through our ticketing system, Bookable. Learn how to create an account and register into activities by watching the video tutorial below.
If you have any issues, please contact us at apvan@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au
Contact Us
(Back to top)Meet the team:
Nick Korelin
Senior Healthy Lifestyles Officer
Alexandra Petersen
Healthy Lifestyles Officer
Jenny Huynh
Healthy Lifestyles Officer
If you have any questions, please email the Active Parramatta Team at apvan@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au. If you require a call, please leave a phone number. Please allow a few days for us to respond to your enquiries.