This Girl Can Central Goldfields – Event Registration
Sports Focus is proud to have partnered with Central Goldfields Shire Council to deliver VicHealth’s This Girl Can Week- full of fun, welcoming and culturally safe events in the Central Goldfields region!
This Girl Can Week is running from 14th-27th of October 2024, and we’ve rounded up some local sport and active recreation providers to deliver activities for those who identify as a woman, girl, or non-binary person.
This Girl Can Victoria advocates for all women – cis, trans, non-binary and gender diverse – to get active in supportive and welcoming environments. These activities are welcoming and inclusive of anyone who identifies as a woman or girl.
You’ll find each different activity option listed below!
Click this button to register for any you’d like to attend:

Balance Mind & Spirit Yoga
A beautiful blend of Yoga, Pilates and Thai-Chi set to music – the perfect way to rejuvenate.
Date: Monday 14th October
Time: 9:30am
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages & abilities
Date: Monday 21st October
Time: 9:30am
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages & abilities
Junior & Senior Taekwondo
Ready to kickstart your adventure in taekwondo? Experienced or not, we have exciting classes for all ages and skill levels. Train with awesome instructors in a friendly and supportive environment.
Date: Monday 14th October
Time: 4:30pm (Juniors) & 7:15pm (Seniors)
Venue: Maryborough Taekwondo Club, Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: Kids 4-13yrs (Juniors) & 14+ (Seniors)
Date: Thursday 17th October
Time: 4:30pm (Juniors) & 7:15pm (Seniors)
Venue: Maryborough Taekwondo Club, Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: Kids 4-13yrs (Juniors) & 14+ (Seniors)
Date: Monday 21st October
Time: 4:30pm (Juniors) & 7:15pm (Seniors)
Venue: Maryborough Taekwondo Club, Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: Kids 4-13yrs (Juniors) & 14+ (Seniors)
Date: Thursday 24th October
Time: 4:30pm (Juniors) & 7:15pm (Seniors)
Venue: Maryborough Taekwondo Club, Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: Kids 4-13yrs (Juniors) & 14+ (Seniors)
Mum & Bub Playground Walk
A relaxing and friendly chance to meet other mums in the region, whilst having a coffee, walk, and play at the playground. Will leave from The Nest, for the 7 minute walk to the Station Domain Playgound.
Date: Thursday 24th October
Time: 10am
Venue: Meet at The Nest, 91 Nolan Street Maryborough (access from Alma Street)
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages & abilities
Ladies Day Croquet
Croquet for everyone! Come and have a casual hit of croquet, open to all ages and abilities.
Date: Wednesday 16th October
Time: 9:30am
Venue: Maryborough VRI Croquet Club, Station Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages & abilities
Tennis
Discover the thrill of tennis at Maryborough Tennis Club! Whether you’re a seasoned player or just starting out, our club offers something for everyone. Enjoy friendly matches, competitive leagues, and expert coaching in a welcoming community.
Hot shots & juniors:
Date: Saturday 19th October & Saturday 26th
Time: 9:30am-11am
Venue: Maryborough Tennis Centre, 8 Lake Road Maryborough
Cost: Free, with racquets provided
Ages: 4-16yrs
Adult coaching session:
Date: Wednesday 23rd October
Time: 4pm-4:45pm
Venue: Maryborough Tennis Centre, 8 Lake Road Maryborough
Cost: Free, with racquets provided
Ages: 16+
Aqua Movers
All of the benefits of water exercise, full of fun and enjoyment!
Date: Monday 14th October
Time: 9:30am & 6pm
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages & abilities
Date: Wednesday 16th October
Time: 9:30am
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages & abilities
Date: Friday 18th October
Time: 9:30am
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages & abilities
Date: Monday 21st October
Time: 9:30am & 6pm
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages & abilities
Date: Wednesday 23rd October
Time: 9:30am
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages & abilities
Date: Friday 25th October
Time: 9:30am
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages & abilities
Strength Training
Strength training exercises to music.
Date: Monday 14th October
Time: 11am
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Date: Thursday 17th October
Time: 11am
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Date: Monday 21st October
Time: 11am
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Date: Thursday 24th October
Time: 11am
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Beginner Strength Training
Light strength training and bodyweight bearing exercises to music.
Date: Wednesday 16th October
Time: 11am
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Date: Wednesday 23rd October
Time: 11am
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
AttackIt
High intensity aerobics, strength and stabilisation exercises – rapid calorie burner!
Date: Monday 14th October
Time: 6pm
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Date: Wednesday 16th October
Time: 6pm
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Date: Monday 21st October
Time: 6pm
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Date: Wednesday 23rd October
Time: 6pm
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Spinning Bike Class
Indoor cycling class – high intensity cardio workout to music.
Date: Monday 14th October
Time: 6pm
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Date: Monday 21st October
Time: 6pm
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Beginner Spinning Bike Class
Indoor cycling class – beginners level of intensity, cardio workout to music.
Date: Tuesday 15th October
Time: 6pm
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Date: Tuesday 22nd October
Time: 6pm
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Hii/low Cardio Class
Challenge your body to a mix of HIIT (high intensity interval training), strength and toning core work. There will also be floor work (with some moderation).
Date: Tuesday 15th October
Time: 9:30am
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Date: Thursday 17th October
Time: 9:30am
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Date: Tuesday 22nd October
Time: 9:30am
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Date: Thursday 24th October
Time: 9:30am
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Reformer Pilates
Suitable for all fitness levels, this low impact class uses controlled movements and smooth exercises to achieve a full body workout.
Date: Tuesday 15th October
Time: 5:30pm-6:15pm
Venue: Reformed, 35 Drive In Court, Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages & abilities
Mat Pilates
Mat pilates is a very low impact mind-body class ran from a mat on the floor, using controlled movements and smooth exercises to achieve a full body workout.
Date: Thursday 17th October
Time: 11am
Venue: Reformed, 35 Drive In Court, Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages & abilities
PumpIt Cardio/Strength Class
Non-impact class, full body workout using barbells and weights to music.
Date: Tuesday 15th October
Time: 6pm
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Date: Thursday 17th October
Time: 6pm
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Date: Friday 18th October
Time: 9:30am
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Date: Tuesday 22nd October
Time: 6pm
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Date: Thursday 24th October
Time: 6pm
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Date: Friday 25th October
Time: 9:30am
Venue: Maryborough Sports and Leisure Centre, 40 Gillies Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Come & Try Womens Footy
Come and meet the friendly women’s footy team, have a laugh, and kick a footy!
Date: Wednesday 23rd October
Time: 6pm
Venue: Carisbrook Football Club, 8 McNeil Street Carisbrook
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Line Dancing
Join our lively line dancing class! Learn fun, easy to follow dance routines set to upbeat music. Perfect for all skill levels, great exercise, and a fantastic way to meet new friends.. come dance with us!
Date: Tuesday 15th October
Time: 4pm-5pm
Venue: Maryborough Town Hall, 71 Clarendon Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages & abilities
Date: Friday 18th October
Time: 6pm-7pm
Venue: Maryborough Town Hall, 71 Clarendon Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages & abilities
Date: Tuesday 22nd October
Time: 11am-12pm
Venue: Maryborough Town Hall, 71 Clarendon Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages & abilities
Fun Fitness Dance Class
Class starts with some stretches and warm-ups to upbeat music. We will then move onto some fun dances influenced by jazz, tap and ballet.
Date: Tuesday 15th October
Time: 6:45pm-7:30pm
Venue: Martins School Of Dance, Nolan Street Gym (next to train station and council offices) 14 Nolan Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: 16+
Date: Tuesday 22nd October
Time: 6:45pm-7:30pm
Venue: Martins School Of Dance, Nolan Street Gym (next to train station and council offices) 14 Nolan Street Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: 16+
Mums & Bubs Croquet
Heading off from The Nest, the group will walk to the croquet club (7 minutes). Coffees will be ordered and brought over from The Station. This is a chance to relax whilst playing croquet and chat to other mums in the region, while your kids get to play to their hearts content.
Date: Thursday 17th October
Time: 10am-11am
Venue: Meet at The Nest, 91 Nolan Street Maryborough (access from Alma Street)
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages & abilities
Mums & kids Gymnastics
Gymnastic class focused around mums and their daughters participating together.
Date: Friday 18th October
Time: 2pm-3:30pm (mums & kinder age) OR 4pm-5:30pm (mums and school age)
Venue: Goldfield Gymnastics, 44-46 Gilles Street, Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Date: Friday 25th October
Time: 2pm-3:30pm (mums & kinder age) OR 4pm-5:30pm (mums and school age)
Venue: Goldfield Gymnastics, 44-46 Gilles Street, Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Parkrun
A free, fun and inclusive weekly 5km community event! Run, walk, wheel or spectate, and join us for coffee afterwards.
Date: Saturday 12th October
Time: 7:50am for 8am start
Venue: Goldfields Reservoir, corner of Reservoir Road and Derby Road, Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages & abilities
*You also need to register for this event through Parkrun*
Date: Saturday 19th October
Time: 7:50am for 8am start
Venue: Goldfields Reservoir, corner of Reservoir Road and Derby Road, Maryborough
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages & abilities
*You also need to register for this event through Parkrun*