Events

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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!

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!

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.

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.

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.