Events
We know health can be a handful. So we’ve custom built our wellness hubs with only one goal in mind - to make every Tasmanian’s health journey a little easier.
We host a range of sessions, events, and activities for both our members and the community to attend. We also work with like-minded Tasmanian organisations to deliver programs. If you are interested in working with us in our space, get in touch at events@stlukes.com.au.
Please be aware that photography and/or filming may take place at these events and, by attending events, you acknowledge and agree that any images taken at the event may be used by St Lukes for promotional and marketing purposes.
Note that all event bookings completed through our third-party supplier, SimplyBook.me Ltd are non refundable. Click here for terms and conditions.
Lunchtime concert series: Christmas edition
Come into our Hobart wellness hub before and after the City of Hobart Christmas Pageant for family fun.
Enjoy facepainting, a Christmas themed choir performance by the Tasmanian Song Company, along with photos with Santa!
Face painting and photos with Santa will be running between 9:30am and 12:30pm. The Tasmanian Song Company will be performing between 11:30am and 12:30pm.
Our yoga sessions focus on improving your flexibility and mobility, balance and coordination.
With instructors from Udara.
Bring a water bottle and wear comfortable clothes.
Our yoga sessions focus on improving your flexibility and mobility, balance and co-ordination.
Join long term instructors Sofia Quintero and Trisha Dunn for classes designed for all bodies and levels of experience.
St Lukes run and walk club
After a well-received 10-week program, the run/walk club is continuing and gives you the opportunity to train with like-minded people in a program that lets you get going from the fitness and experience level you are starting from.
Build up your stamina and technique, learn how to prevent injury and make running fun with individual attention from a personal trainer.
Drop in and out when it suits your schedule and meet at the front entrance of the St Lukes building at 93 Cimitiere St.
Mat Pilates
Mat Pilates is a form of exercise that focuses on strengthening the core muscles, improving flexibility and enhancing overall body alignment.
Join Pilates teacher and Physiotherapist Lisa Barnett for this mat-based class for all abilities. A fun session to help improve your body awareness, core strength and control.
Qigong
Join Chinese doctor and acupuncturist Nicholas Beasley for an ancient healing practice involving gentle movements, breathing techniques and self-massage suitable for all bodies at any age.
Through the harmonisation of the mind, body and breath, regulate the nervous system, enhance physical health and invigorate all levels of human experience.
Our yoga sessions focus on improving your flexibility and mobility, balance and coordination.
With instructors from Udara.
Bring a water bottle and wear comfortable clothes.
Mat Pilates is a form of exercise that focuses on strengthening the core muscles, improving flexibility and enhancing overall body alignment. It involves performing a series of controlled movements on a mat, using body weight as a resistance. The exercises target specific muscle groups including the abdominals, back, hips, and glutes.
Strength For Life now has extra sessions per week* so more of Hobart can gain access this popular class.
Our classes are now on various Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10:00am to allow new people to experience what Strength for Life has to offer.
Strength for Life aims to improve the health and vitality of older adults through exercise and community.
Weekly sessions are run by an accredited exercise physiologist and involve a combination of strength and balance exercises to help improve physical fitness and mobility for a better quality of life.
All fitness levels are welcome! Please wear comfortable clothing and a drink bottle.
*Only 1 class per person per week.
Nia movement class with Hayley Crawford
Whether you’re looking to get fit, strengthen your body, feel good or cultivate awareness, Nia is the practice for you. Blending music, movement and mindfulness Nia combines dance, martial arts and healing modalities into joyful motion for all bodies and all ages.
Retro Aerobics
Join Michelle from My Gym in a freestyle aerobic class using old school moves like the grapevine, step touches, leg curls and many more familiar moves. The class can be low to high impact with participants given all options. Great workout for the body and the brain!!
Sally's Ride 2024 - An evening with Richie Porte & Friends
Be part of Sally's Ride and raise funds for local projects working on improving the mental health of the Tasmanian community.
Sally's Ride started in 2002 when Sally Fletcher rode 1,400km solo around Tasmania, raising funds for mental health in Tasmania. In 2009, in conjunction with the Rotary Club of Central Launceston, the event was expanded to include different cycling opportunities for riders of all fitness levels and abilities.
100% of registration fees collected will be directed to organisations passionate about supporting positive mental health in our community.
For the first time, join us for an exclusive pre-ride event at the new St Lukes wellness hub in Launceston. Enjoy a delicious 2 course banquet by Sweetbrew, a drink on arrival and a panel discussion featuring Tasmania's own Richie Porte and Friends hosted by Rick Fontyn.
Tickets are limited so book now!
Hobart City Mission Christmas Drive
Help us bring joy to those who are less fortunate this holiday season by donating non-perishable food items, presents for children under the age of 16, and self-care items to our Christmas giving tree. Please ensure all donations are not gift wrapped.
Launceston City Mission Christmas Appeal
Help us bring joy to those who are less fortunate this holiday season by donating non-perishable food items, presents for children under the age of 16, and self-care items to our Christmas giving tree. Please ensure all donations are not gift wrapped.
Ready Set Go. Let’s Move presented by Diabetes Tasmania
Exercise – of course we all know it’s good for health, especially if you have diabetes, but knowing where to start and how to stay motivated can be tough. Get support and be empowered to take the first step in making exercise a part of your routine, or perhaps increasing the amount you are already doing.
Suitable for people with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.
Spring ahead for asthma information session
How's your asthma? Come along to an information and Q&A session with Jess from Asthma Australia and learn how to stay on top of asthma in the warmer months. All visitors to the session will receive a free Asthma Toolkit containing handy resources and information.
Already feeling burnt out, and the end of year chaos is only just getting started? This workshop is your permission slip to ditch the pressure, show yourself compassion, and actually nourish your body instead of punishing it. Head to The Hive to read the full description and find out more.
Psychology Community Networking Evening
Join Healthy Mind Centre for an exciting evening of networking designed to bring together psychology students, early career professionals, and experienced practitioners from across the community! Whether you're exploring the field, looking for internships, seeking supervisors, or simply hoping to connect with like-minded professionals, this event is for you.
Don’t miss this chance to network, learn, and explore your future in psychology, book now!
Cancer Council Tasmania: Skin Sun Safety
Do you know how to reduce your chances of skin cancer? Join Jane from Cancer Council Tasmania as she goes through tips and practical advice on how to protect your skin and increase your chances of staying sun safe.
St John CPR Lab + Bites and Stings
In St John's action-packed CPR Lab, you'll learn essential first aid skills to keep you safe and confident while you explore nature. From dealing with insect stings to knowing what to do if you encounter a snake or an allergic reaction, expert trainers from St John have got you covered. Their hands-on, outdoor-themed workshop will equip you with the knowledge and practical skills to handle everything from everyday scrapes to more serious outdoor emergencies.
Lunchtime concert series with Emily Sanzaro
Step away from the hustle and bustle of the city and join local harp player Emily Sanzaro for a free 2-hour concert.
About Emily:
Emily is an innovative harpist, singer, violinist and electronic loop artist with a unique performance style. She specialises in creating original compositions and covers with a twist along with music from a wide range of genres. Emily relishes any opportunity to depart from the type of music audiences expect to hear from a harp.
Lunchtime concert series - The Gus Leighton quartet
Step away from the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy the soothing sounds from The Gus Leighton Quartet as they perform a FREE inner-city concert.
Providing an inclusive practice and community for LGBTIQA+ people
This training with Kentish Regional Clinic, is for service providers, interested professionals, and community members who would like to deepen their understanding and confidence in working with and/or supporting LGBTIQA+ people, with LGBTIQA+ specific information and strategies for inclusion.
Pop-up Hearing Clinic
Rediscover the sounds you love with a quick free 15-minute hearing check* with Hearing Australia’s friendly team. At the hearing check, Hearing Australia staff will guide you through maintaining good hearing health and provide information on how to manage common hearing issues. Take the first step to start your journey towards better hearing.
Walk in and make your booking on the day in our wellness hub from 9am. To secure a hearing check, you must book with our team on the day.
* Only 15-minute hearing checks are free. Other services may attract charges/fees or may be subsidised for those eligible under the Australian Government Hearing Services Program, to which conditions apply. A hearing check is a screening that helps identify people that may have hearing loss.
Larapinta: End To End film screening
All people have the right to live their life the way they choose, even if their choices involve taking risks. This powerful film follows four adventurers with a disability testing their limits on an expedition through some of Australia’s harshest terrain.
“It’s time to push back against the tyranny of society’s low expectations for people with disability. We recognised the risks we were taking were extreme. But we firmly believe that to force meaningful change, societies always need people willing to push boundaries." - Paul Pritchard
Join DoDay Personal Training to learn how to stay fit through the festive season followed by a bodyweight strength circuit! Discover how to maintain your fitness, create balance and keep the family active during the holidays. Take home a FREE 6-week DoDay strength program. Wear comfortable clothing and BYO drink.
Lifeline Tasmania: Trauma Informed Practice
Trauma Informed Practice is not only a growing mandate in many frontline job roles, but it is also contemporary practice. Providing people with interactions that are trauma informed results in better service outcomes in the long-term. It also reduces the risk of re-traumatisation, builds trust, and supports ongoing access for people who might otherwise not engage.
Yoga for seniors is a gentle slow paced practice designed for all levels.
The class incorporates a mix of seated and standing poses to help improve range of movement, improve balance, and flexibility.
The class encourages everyone to take their time to experience each individual pose and to move at their own pace. Props will be provided to support joints and areas of tension.
The class will include breathing techniques to help improve the quality of our breath and a short guided meditation.
Immersive Sound Bathing with Ash Di Va Sound
Come along to a session that creates deep relaxation for the mind and body, and is a gentle wellness experience that is open for all.
Created for people who seek a meditative or calming state. In our modern culture, we may find it difficult to practice meditation or to carve out the time to pause. By stepping into a deep experience of music-sound, we can restore from our busy lifestyles, everyday stresses and open space to be more in the moment.
Community Christmas Celebration at St Lukes Launceston
Come into our Launceston wellness hub following the City of Launceston Lions Christmas Parade and keep the fun going! Have a family photo in our Christmas themed photobooth, dance to Christmas carols with Minion Kevin and Bob, get your face painted and sing along with the Scottsdale choir for a Christmas themed concert.
Christmas family photobooth and facepainting 1:00pm-3:00pm, Choir performances at 1:10pm, 1:50pm and 2:30pm, Minions Kevin and Bob visiting 1:30pm-3:00pm.
1000 Hearts - Pop - up
1000 Hearts is a social enterprise which encourages kindness through action. Our global community makes eco-friendly felt pocket hearts which are created and gifted in random acts of kindness.
We will provide materials and instruction for attendees to make their own hearts and learn about the benefits of compassion.
This is a walk in event, no bookings required.
An exciting opportunity to learn about the Kieser 18 week Spinal Program funded by St Lukes to prevent or delay spinal surgery. The presentation will be provided by a Physiotherapist on the previous outcomes of the study, evidence-based research on lower back pain and the science of Kieser.
A Conversation with Will Magnay
Join Tasmania JackJumpers player Will Magnay for our 'A conversation with' series.
Will joined the JackJumpers for their inaugural season. A star center, his hoop protection and blocking threat makes him an imposing figure. Will played a pivotal role in the Tasmania JackJumpers winning the NBL24 championship.
He recently achieved his childhood dream of representing Australia at the Paris Olympic Games in 2024 and is now an integral part of the JackJumpers for their NBL25 season.
Come along and hear his story. Everyone welcome!
St John CPR Lab: Christmas First Aid + Burns
This Christmas, be the hero when things heat up!
Whether it’s a spicy holiday meal, a cosy fire, the summer sun or a festive DIY project, burns are a common holiday mishap. But fear not, St John's has the ultimate Christmas first aid tips to help you handle burns with confidence and keep the holiday spirit alive!
From the kitchen to the fireplace, you’ll be ready to handle any holiday mishap, big or small.
Let’s make sure your holiday season stays fun, festive, and safe for everyone!
Stretch and Strengthen Exercise Class
Join experienced fitness instructor Megs for a mix of stretching, Pilates, yoga, general strength work using your own body weight. There will be options for gentle through to more challenging levels with consistent cues to help people feel comfortable to work at their own pace. This class is suitable for anyone looking to improve their flexibility, balance and wellbeing.
Baby and Child First Aid
A First Aid Information session for parents and carers of babies and young children.
During the session you will learn information on children's health, first aid, and safety in a warm and friendly environment.
Mental Health First Aid
1 in 5 Australians will experience a mental health problem in any given year.
The Mental Health First Aid course will teach you how to provide initial support to someone who is experiencing a mental health problem or crisis. This course is based on guidelines developed through the expert consensus of people with lived experience of mental health problems and professionals.
Please note this course is not a therapy or support group, it’s an education course to learn how to give first aid to others.
Make Music with the TSO!
Do you love making music with friends? Maybe you just love a good old sing in the shower? Join the Learning team from the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra for an hour of interactive games and activities that will have you singing, listening and making music. No previous experience is required, just enthusiasm and a willingness to participate in this fun and collaborative session.
This workshop is for school aged children up to 12 years of age. It is not recommended for children under the age of 4.
Please note children require the supervision of a parent or carer and will also require a ticket.
Declutter your home for a stress-free year ahead
Start your year with a fresh mindset and a clutter-free space! Join Melinda Ferrier, Certified KonMari Consultant and Professional Organiser, for an empowering workshop designed to help you declutter and organise with ease. Discover simple strategies, mindset shifts, and practical tips to create a more peaceful, joyful, and stress-free life.
Make Music with the TSO!
Do you love making music with friends? Maybe you just love a good old sing in the shower? Join the Learning team from the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra for an hour of interactive games and activities that will have you singing, listening and making music. No previous experience is required, just enthusiasm and a willingness to participate in this fun and collaborative session.
This workshop is for school aged children up to 12 years of age. It is not recommended for children under the age of 4.
Please note children require the supervision of a parent or carer and will also require a ticket.
Mental Health First Aid Training
1 in 5 Australians will experience a mental health problem in any given year.
The Mental Health First Aid course will teach you how to provide initial support to someone who is experiencing a mental health problem or crisis. This course is based on guidelines developed through the expert consensus of people with lived experience of mental health problems and professionals.
Please note this course is not a therapy or support group, it’s an education course to learn how to give first aid to others.
Chair Yoga
Yoga for all levels of mobility. Class size allows time and space to modify all aspects of yoga to suit participants on the day. Basics of breath, movement for improved circulation, lymphatic health and pain management.
We will be exploring basic yoga breathing techniques, gentle seated upper body twists/side bends/forward folds including slow arm, head and neck movements.
If you have mobility issues or use a wheelchair, please consult your doctor before starting chair yoga to ensure it is safe for you.
Support people are welcome to attend with participants, please contact events@stlukes.com.au if you require further information to decide if this class is suitable for you.