About the Seniors Exercise Park
The Seniors Exercise Parks include outdoor fitness equipment specifically designed for older adults with a focus on balance, flexibility and gentle strength training. They are available and free to use anytime.
The exercises support senior residents to regain, maintain and improve their physical abilities. It also provides social connections and is a welcoming outdoor space.
Virtual tour
Watch the video below to see the equipment and exercises specially designed for seniors.
Seniors Exercise Park champions and volunteers
Trained volunteers are available to chat with people and help them use the equipment safely and correctly, so they can get the best results.
“Being slow while using the equipment for exercises is harder than you might think. You actually engage your muscles more.”
– Gary, Seniors Exercise Park champion
“It is a mindful experience when you are out and about. You can enjoy the free outdoor exercise equipment while connecting with others.”
– Paul, Seniors Exercise Park volunteer
Come and Try sessions
Champions and volunteers will be available to help people use the equipment and provide support throughout each session.
From 10 August to 28 October 2026, can can join a free Come and Try session at 3 locations:
- Mondays: 10 am to 11 am, Marie Wallace Bayswater Park
- Tuesdays: 10am to 11am, Carrington Park
- Wednesdays: 10am to 11am, Wally Tew Reserve
Please note that we will cancel sessions if they fall on a public holiday or if there is wet weather.
To find out more about upcoming dates and locations, please call 9298 8377 or email [email protected].
Locations
Carrington Park
Carrington Park, 20 O’Connor Road in Knoxfield
Marie Wallace
Corner of Mountain Highway and Jim Abernethy Memorial Drive, 799 Mountain Highway in Bayswater
Wally Tew
Opposite Wally Tew Reserve playground, 1010 Burwood Highway in Ferntree Gully
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