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City of Boroondara. Walking sports open day at Ashburton

November 19 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Walking sports open day at Ashburton

Thursday 19 November 2026.

10 to 11.30 am and 11.30 am to 1 pm

Ashburton Pool and Recreation Centre,

8 Warner Ave, Ashburton

Walking sports are just what they sound like – versions of sports like netball or basketball that follow the standard rules, but the players walk instead of run. They are great if you want the fun of the game without the strenuous pace and intense contact. Join us for a free open day and try 3 walking or low-impact sports:

  • walking netball
  • walking basketball
  • pickleball (a paddle sport combining elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong using a paddle and plastic ball with holes).

Book in for either the 10 am or 11:30 am session where you will rotate through each of the sports via 3 short taster sessions (each taster session will last 20 minutes).

  • First session: 10 to 11:30 am (arrival and registration from 9:45 am).
  • Second session: 11:30 am to 1 pm (arrival and registration from 11:15 am).

A complimentary snack will be provided after each session and great prizes to be won.

Participants are advised to consult with their healthcare provider if they have or suspect they have a medical problem or any health risk factors before participating.

What to bring

  • Wear clothing and footwear suitable for exercise (ie closed toe shoes)
  • Bring a water bottle.

Accessibility at this space

  • Accessible car parking
  • Automatic doors
  • Accessible toilets.

For more information go here: https://www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/events/walking-sports-open-day-ashburton

Contact:

City of Boroondara Active Ageing team

Ph: 03 9278 4736

Website: active.ageing@boroondara.vic.gov.au

Go to The Pickleball Wise, where we explain pickleball for newcomers: https://thepickleballwise.com/how-to-play-pickleball/ .

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