About the Seniors Exercise Park
The Seniors Exercise Parks contain 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.
Trained senior champions are often available to demonstrate how to use the equipment.
Virtual tour
Watch the video below to see the equipment and exercises specially designed for seniors.
Activities
There are 16 different exercises at the parks which work on:
- strength
- balance
- flexibility
- mobility
- coordination
- functional movements.
The equipment has some unstable surfaces, designed to challenge balance in a safe way to assist fall prevention.
Mobile app
There is an age-friendly mobile app available to help you use the equipment at the park.
To access the app, scan the large QR code displayed at the park with a smart phone.
The app:
- has simple instructions and instructional videos for each exercise
- lets you select the types of movements and exercises that suit you best.
Seniors Champions
We have trained volunteers, called the Senior Champions, to train others on how to use the equipment.
Come-and-Try sessions
Throughout September and October 2025, Knox residents are invited to attend Senior Exercises Park Come and Try sessions across three sites. Senior Champions will be available to assist with the equipment and provide motivation and support during the session.
To find out more about upcoming dates and locations, please call 9298 8377 or email [email protected].
Locations
Carrington Park
The Seniors Exercise Park is located within Carrington Park, at 20 O’Connor Road in Knoxfield.
Marie Wallace
The Seniors Exercise Park is located at the corner of Mountain Highway and Jim Abernethy Memorial Drive, at 799 Mountain Highway in Bayswater.
Wally Tew
The Seniors Exercise Park is located opposite Wally Tew Reserve playground, at 1010 Burwood Highway in Ferntree Gully.
Need help?
Contact us and we will get back to you.
Or call our Customer Service team on 9298 8000.
