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Group activities that support health, wellbeing and connection
Activities will include:
- Gentle exercises
- Art and writing groups
- Guest speakers and morning teas
- Games, social connection & more
Wellness • Connection • Creativity
Stay active, connected and inspired with Woollahra Life! Whether you’re looking to meet new people, try something new, or just enjoy some time out, there’s something for everyone.
Build strength, improve balance and enjoy a personalised fitness program in a friendly, social setting.
Monday and Tuesday
Various time available
Two locations:
- Sherbrooke Hall (Monday)
- Vaucluse Bowling Club & Community Facility (Tuesdays)
Explore creative expression, connect with your community and discover more about yourself through art.
When: Mondays
Time: 2pm– 4pm
Where: The Cultural Hub in Double Bay, Lower Ground Floor, Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf, 548 New South Head Rd, Double Bay
Enjoy gentle exercises with Diane Bradley, standing or seated, to improve mobility, flexibility and strength.
📅 When: Tuesdays
🕒 Time: 11am-12pm (Tuesday)
📍 Where: Gaden Community Centre, 334 Edgecliff Road, Woollahra (Tuesday)
Gentle Yoga (Holdsworth): A soothing, flowing practice to enhance balance, focus and relaxation – perfect for all levels.
Advanced Yoga (Garden): A dynamic practice to deepen strength, flexibility, and mindfulness for experienced yogis.
Tuesdays and Thursdays
Various time available
Two locations:
Two locations:
- 64 Holdsworth Street, Woollahra (Tuesday)
- 334 Edgecliff Rd, Woollahra (Thursday)
Explore Shakespeare’s most compelling plays with Dr Christine Gietz over ten weeks, from Hamlet to The Tempest, asking who we are and why we behave as we do.
📅 Tuesday
🕒 3pm – 5pm
📍 The Cultural Hub, Double Bay
Western Mahjong for Beginners: A welcoming and engaging Western Mahjong Beginners Class, ideal for anyone eager to learn this classic strategic game.
Wednesday
9:30am – 12:30pm
334 Edgecliff Rd, Woollahra
Build your Spanish over nine weeks with a qualified teacher, covering conversation, vocabulary and everyday language skills. Open to ages 15–24 (approx.)
📅 Wednesday
🕒 3:45pm – 5:15pm
📍Sherbrooke Hall, Double Bay
Women’s Chat Group
📅 When: Monthly, 4th Wednesday
Men’s Chat Group
📅 When: Monthly, 2nd Wednesday
Build resilience, improve mobility and boost endurance in a supportive, energising class.
Thursday
9am – 10am
Vaucluse Bowling Club & Community Facility
Experienced instructors Patricia and Penelope lead this beginner-friendly class in a warm, welcoming environment. Learn a variety of routines, improve your coordination and confidence, meet new people, and have a great time.
When: Thursday
Time: 11:30am– 12:30pm
Where: Cooper Park Community Hall
Get ready to move, groove, and feel the rhythm! Our Zumba class is a fun, high-energy way to stay fit, improve coordination and lift your spirits.
📅 When: Friday
🕒 Time: 10:30am– 11:30am
📍 Where: Cooper Park Community Hall, Bellevue Hill
Unleash your voice and join the Woollahra Life! Choir, a vibrant community where music brings people together.
📅 When: Wednesday
🕒 Time: 12:30pm – 2pm
📍 Where: 64 Holdsworth Street, Woollahra
Discover golf croquet, the fastest-growing version of this classic sport: fun, social and full of strategy.
📅 Saturday
🕒 10 am – 12 pm
📍 Sydney Croquet Club, Rose Bay
The program is inclusive and welcoming to everyone. We look forward to you joining us to try something new, connect with others, and be part of your local community.
Testimonials
“You’ll be pleased to know that a few of us are planning to meet up over the holiday break to do some exercises in the park and then grab a coffee together. Woollahra Life! has truly been inspirational. Before I retired, I was active, but I didn’t realise how isolated I had become afterwards. This program has been exactly what I needed.”
Mariana
Frequently Q&A
About the program
Woollahra Life! is a community program offering social, creative and fitness activities for all ages across the Woollahra area. It’s designed to help you stay active, connected and inspired through group classes and activities.
The program is facilitated by Holdsworth and proudly supported by Woollahra Council. All our instructors are qualified professionals passionate about community wellbeing.
We work with experienced, qualified professionals including Simi (Yoga), Diane Bradley (Chair Yoga), Lainie Cann (Paint & Sip), and James Paul (Choir), along with qualified instructors from our program delivery partners, Strive Motion, SHARE and Create for Life.
Llanos Perez is our Woollahra Life! Coordinator. You can reach her on 1300 882 962 or via email at woollahralife@holdsworth.org.au for bookings, enquiries and program support.
Enrolment & bookings
You can book your preferred class online via our Events page, which redirects to Eventbrite. Bookings open at the end of each term for the following term. You can also call Llanos Perez on 1300 882 962 or email woollahralife@holdsworth.org.au.
Absolutely! If space is available, you’re welcome to join mid-term. Give Llanos Perez a call on 1300 882 962 to check availability.
Contact Llanos Perez on 1300 882 962, she can suggest alternative options or add you to the waiting list for your preferred class.
Everyone is welcome. Contact Llanos Perez on 1300 882 962 if you have any questions.
None of the locations are convenient for me. What can I do?
Get in touch with Llanos Perez on 1300 882 962. The program is growing and we’re continually adding new classes and locations across the Woollahra local government area (LGA) based on community needs.
Term dates
Programs run on a 10-week term basis, aligned with NSW school terms.
- Term 1, 2026: 19 January to 27 March
- Term 2, 2026: 28 April to 3 July
- Term 3, 2026: 21 July to 25 September
- Term 4, 2026: 13 October to 17 December
Classes & activities
It’s a personalised strength and balance program designed to help you build muscle, improve mobility and maintain independence. Perfect for all fitness levels.
Art: Explore & Create is about using creativity to explore emotions, relax, and have fun in a supportive environment. You don’t need any artistic experience – it’s about enjoying the process, connecting with others, and expressing yourself. All materials are provided.
Yes, you’ll need a few basic items to get the most out of your class. Please bring dumbbells (1kg, 2kg, or 3kg, depending on your fitness level) and a stretch/resistance band.
Health & safety
Yes! Our instructors can modify exercises to suit your needs. Please speak with your instructor before class begins and ensure you have clearance from your doctor so you can participate safely.
Our classes welcome all levels, from complete beginners to experienced participants. Instructors provide modifications to suit everyone’s abilities.
Locations & parking
The Bay Room is located on the 1st Floor of the Cosmopolitan Centre, 2-22 Knox Street, Double Bay.
Access options:
– Main entrance: 45 Bay Street, Double Bay
– Level access available directly from the Cosmopolitan Centre car park (convenient for those with mobility needs)
Parking
The Bay Room has direct access from the Cosmopolitan Centre Car Park, entry via Short Street
Yes! Parking is available at:
- The Bay Room, Double Bay: Free parking (1 hour) at Cosmopolitan Centre
- Holdsworth Community Centre: Street parking on Holdsworth Street and surroundings area
- Gaden Community Centre: Street parking available
- Vaucluse Bowling Club & Community Facility: Street parking available
- Sherbrooke Hall, Hugh Latimer Centre, Ground floor/512 New South Head Rd, Double Bay
- The Cultural Hub: 548 New South Head Rd, Double Bay (Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf)
- Holdsworth: 64 Holdsworth Street, Woollahra
- Gaden: 334 Edgecliff Road, Woollahra
- Vaucluse Bowling Club & Community Facility: 80-82 New South Head Road, Vaucluse
- Cooper Park Community Hall: 12 Cooper Park Rd, Bellevue Hill
- Sydney Croquet Club: 50 O’Sullivan Rd, Rose Bay
Costs & payments
Most classes range from $11-$25 per class and are charged per 10-week term, depending on the program. Choir is FREE!
You pay for the full term upfront (10-week commitment). This helps maintain consistent groups and supports the program’s sustainability.
Yes! We have a concession card available. Please call us on 1300 882 962 to discuss eligibility.
Getting started
Of course! Contact Llanos Perez on 1300 882 962 and she’ll help you find the perfect class based on your interests, fitness level and schedule.
We’d love to hear from you! Woollahra Life! is growing and evolving based on community feedback. Share your ideas with Llanos Perez directly.
Contact Llanos Perez, Woollahra Life! Coordinator
📞 1300 882 962
✉️ woollahralife@holdsworth.org.au
Explore our group classes
To find out more about the programs, contact Woollahra Life! team.
