Staffed hours
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 9 am to 4 pm.
Site tours and inspections are strictly by appointment only.
Location
Located in the heart of Knox, Carrington Park Leisure Centre's address is 20 O’Connor Road, Knoxfield.
The location features:
- a bus turning circle
- 105 parking spaces
- 6 accessible parking spaces.
Along with the Leisure Centre and Multipurpose Facility, the Carrington Park site has:
- park areas for walking
- seniors exercise park
- 6 squash and racquetball courts
- a playground
- an oval.
Carrington Park is also home to tennis, cricket and soccer clubs, as well as scouts and a remote-controlled car club.
Email [email protected] or call 9763 8455 to find out more.
Centre facilities
The facility features:
- a gymnasium
- an activity space
- an art room
- meeting rooms
- multipurpose hall.
Venue hire
The centre can be hired for community and sporting activities. Find out more about hiring our facilities.
Activities
You can get involved in:
- trampolining
- basketball
- karate
- gentle exercise
- many other activities.
Balance for life – Fall preventions and coordination program
The Balance for Life program helps older people improve their balance, strength and fitness. It is designed for people who want to reduce their risk of falls and stay active and independent.
A physiotherapist designed the program, and qualified staff will run each class. Classes are limited to 8 participants so everyone can receive support and guidance.
Equipment will include:
- light hand weights
- resistance bands
- ankle weights
- balance pads
- stepping stones
- small stepping hurdles
- flat throwing bean bags
- soft Pilates balls.
Classes run Wednesdays 9.45am – 10.45am.
Gentle exercise
This is a low impact exercise class designed with older adults in mind. Work at your own pace with the guidance of a qualified fitness instructor. Build your fitness level, improve bone density and boost your circulation.
Classes run at 9:30 am and 10:30 am on Tuesdays, during school terms.
Cost is $9 per class. Bookings are essential.
For more information, or to book your place, please phone 9763 8455.
Seniors Exercise Park
The Seniors Exercise Park in Carrington Park is free to use and has specially designed equipment for older residents to regain, maintain and improve their physical abilities. It also supports social connections in a welcoming outdoor space. Find out more about the Seniors Exercise Park.
Community group activities
The following community groups run programs from the centre. Contact them for more information.
Community
| Program | Contact |
|---|---|
| Australian Air League | email [email protected] |
| All for Smiles Ability Services | 0410 103 390 or email [email protected] |
| Danglers Fishing Club | 0421 444 422 or email [email protected] |
| Knoxfield 55 Plus Club | 0429 361 641 or email [email protected] |
Sporting clubs
| Program | Contact |
|---|---|
| Ferntree Gully Falcons Basketball Club | 0410 408 848 or email [email protected] |
| Omega Trampoline Club | Marion 0403 413 202 or email [email protected] |
| Victorian Racket Club | 0452 258 721 or victorianracketclub.com.au |
Religious groups
| Program | Contact |
|---|---|
| Alpha Omega | 9674 8260 or email [email protected] |
| Church of God | 0452 343 243 or email [email protected] |
| Spring of Life Praise Dance | 0434 232 232 or email [email protected] |
Need help?
Contact us and we will get back to you.
Or call our Customer Service team on 9298 8000.
