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The Holdfast Bay Community Centre is a place for the community to connect.
The centre is managed by the City of Holdfast Bay and offers:
- Activities run by the community, for the community
- Activities run by YMCA, Alwyndor and other
- Rooms to hire including one-off and regular bookings
- Large outdoor spaces
There is something for everyone!
Groups are run by the community for the community or as indicated. New inquirers must book through the listed contact person, bookings for groups cannot be made at the Holdfast Bay Community Centre reception.
Tai Chi
Tai Chi is a series of gentle, graceful movements designed to exercise the body and clear the mind. It is an effective exercise for health and wellbeing improving balance, muscle strength, and flexibility. It is effective assisting in preventing falls and managing arthritis. No experience is necessary. Tuesday 10:30 -11:30am. $10. Call John 0414 839 924.
Advanced Tai Chi
Tai Chi is renowned for being an excellent exercise for enhancing balance and preventing falls. It provides holistic health benefits for both the body and mind.
(8-week class). Wednesday 10-11:30am; $95 Concession / $105 Private. Call Rosemary on 0434 847 524434 847 524.
Brighton Karate
Improve your fitness, strength, coordination, and self-confidence. Develop essential self-defence skills and build your fitness - beginners to advanced classes.
Monday 6:30-8pm. $65 Monthly. Call Pam on 0477112107
Fitness Bug
Want to improve your fitness, health, and wellbeing? John runs class gym groups that aim to get the best health and well-being results from each participant with tailored workouts. All fitness levels are welcome.
Monday 6:15pm - 7:15pm; Thursday 6:15pm - 7:45pm; Saturday 9:15am- 10am. $12.50 per session. Call John 0414 839 924.
JKA Holdfast Karate Club - All abilities adult class - 13+ years old
We teach the Shotokan style of karate. We specialise in the growth and development of our students by teaching life skills such as discipline, respect, resilience, and self-confidence. Wednesday evening (different age group times). $7 per session. Call Sam 0450 582 908.
YMCA Reformer Pilates
We offer a quality Reformer Pilates experience inclusive of all ages and abilities. A small group setting provides a welcoming experience while enabling trainers to tailor exercises with modifications and resistance to suit beginners through to advanced users.
Visit the YMCA website for information and bookings Call 8200 2500
YMCA Strength for Life
Supervised strength and cardio group program designed for the over 50s. Health Assessment required before starting ($45)
Visit the YMCA website for information and bookings or Call 8200 2500
Groups are run by the community for the community or as indicated. New inquirers must book through the listed contact person, bookings for groups cannot be made at the Holdfast Bay Community Centre reception.
Dance Fusion
A light cardio exercise class combining different dance styles with fun, upbeat music. Improve your coordination and maintain balance, strength, and flexibility.
Thursday 1-2pm. $8 concession/$12 private. Call Alwyndor 81773200.
Zumba
Let's Zumba! All fitness levels are welcome to join these fun and energetic Latin-based dance sessions. Bring your water bottle, towel, and can-do attitude, and let's get started! Saturday 9:30 - 10:30am . $16 for Casual or $105 for 10 classes. Call Shawn 0414 570 622
Women's Percussion Group
Playing African drums and other percussion groups for women. Leave a message and Jacky will call you back.
10 -11:30am, $10. Call Claire 8279 3218.
Groups are run by the community for the community or as indicated. New inquirers must book through the listed contact person, bookings for groups cannot be made at the Holdfast Bay Community Centre reception.
MS Balance
Take part in exercises that are tailored to individual needs in our weekly fitness classes with an MS physiotherapist.
Thursday 1:30-2:30pm. $10 concessino/$15 private. Call 8198 1400 (Participants must be assessed by an MS physiotherapist prior to starting the group.)
Neuro Moves
An innovative, holistic, evidence-based exercise and therapy service for people living with a neurological condition or physical disability. Highly trained physiotherapists and exercise physiologists will target each client’s unique goals to help them improve their quality of life and maintain their independence. Wednesday and Thursday 8am -5pm. Cost varies. Call Laura at 0422 035 979
Active minds
Explore individual interests and build connections with rewarding and flexible activities that support and maintain cognitive, physical, and social skills.
Thursday 10:30-11:30am $8 concession/$12 private. Call Alwyndor 81773200
Yoga with Marilyn
Relax, de-stress, and unwind in a calm and supportive environment. Beginner to intermediate yoga exercises designed to help you relax - bring your yoga mat and blanket/towel. These classes do include floor exercises. Monday and Thursday 10am - 11:30am. $15. Call Marylin at 0403 508 071
Yoga with Vari
Vari has over 40 years of experience providing yoga classes and welcomes all ages and abilities to join her. Please bring your mat.
Friday 9:30-10:30am. Call Vari on 8387 0552
Mindful Yoga
Calm the busy mind and stretch and strengthen your body with the breath. Work within your range of motion, choosing the best option for you. Wednesday 9:30 -10:30am. $12. Call Trudy at 0408 851 774.
Yoga and Mindfulness for Children 5-8 years by Yoga Hutt
Classes focus on expressing feelings, breath works for calming our bodies, focus and meditation activities, yoga stories/games to learn yoga poses, positive affirmations and visualisation stories for relaxation. Wednesday 3:20 -4:10pm; Saturday 9:30 - 10:20am. $15. Call Dee 0411 776 788.
Chair Based Exercise
Aimed at maintaining and improving strength, flexibility, coordination, and balance. Friday 11:30pm -12:30pm. Call the YMCA 8294 6488.
Groups are run by the community for the community or as indicated. New inquirers must book through the listed contact person, bookings for groups cannot be made at the Holdfast Bay Community Centre reception.
Playgroup SA
Mums, dads, grandparents, and caregivers are welcome with their babies, toddlers, and preschoolers (0 - 5) for inside and outside play and activities. Tea and coffee are available.
Tuesday 9-11am. $4 + membership. Call Yvette 0438 664 920
JKA Holdfast Karate Club
- Beginners, children of all ages
- Experienced 5-12-year-olds. Minimum 1-year karate training
We teach the Shotokan style of karate. We specialise in the growth and development of our students by teaching life skills such as discipline, respect, resilience, and self-confidence. Wednesday evening (varying times for age groups. $7 (+$80 membership)
Call Sam at 0450 582 908
Groups are run by the community for the community or as indicated. New inquirers must book through the listed contact person, bookings for groups cannot be made at the Holdfast Bay Community Centre reception.
Christian Science Informal Group, Brighton
Church meeting. Everyone welcome. Sunday, 1st and 3rd of the month. 9:30-12:30pm. Free. Call Sue 0458195314
In-Home Care
Greek-specific, CHSP-funded, centre-based respite group - clients must be eligible for aged care funding and have a carer. A goal-focused social group for participants while providing respite for carers. Activities are based on the interests of group participants, including social activities, cooking, gardening, exercise, and Greek-specific cultural celebrations. Wednesday 10am-2pm. $15. Call Mary 0417 798 438
Rooms for Hire
The Holdfast Bay Community Centre offers rooms to hire at private and community rates for both one-off and regular bookings. The rooms include:
- hall
- 2 x rooms with kitchenette access
- children's play area
Rooms include access to chairs and tables. There are basic kitchen resources available.
Fees including a bond and/or cleaning fee may apply in particular circumstances.
Community Hire
We offer subsidised room hire fees for local community groups with prices starting from just $27 per hour. We can work with you to find the most appropriate rooms and will endeavour to fit in with your dates and times as best we can.
| Function room | Price per hour |
| Hall | $37 |
| Activity Room 1 with access to a shared kitchen | $27 |
| Susan Grace Benny room with Kitchen | $32 |
Private Hire
| Function room | Capacity | Fee per hour |
| Hall | 200 | $75 |
| Activity Room 1 | 20 | $54 |
| Susan Grace Benny room with Kitchen | 45 | $64 |
Booking Process
We are currently updating our booking and payment process and the Terms and Conditions of hire.
Current Process
1. Complete the booking application below, this will be sent automatically via email to the Centre Staff.
2. Centre staff will review your booking and contact you to discuss the Terms and Conditions that would apply to your booking request.
3. You will be required to provide evidence of insurance i.e., a Certificate of Currency before a booking request is approved.
3. If the booking is approved and the Terms and Conditions are agreed by both parties, you will notified in writing that your booking has been confirmed and the fees and charges that apply.
4. Bookings will be charged via invoice for both one-off and regular bookings, according to the monthly invoicing cycle.
5. You will be expected to participate in an induction to the centre before/at the time of collecting a key.
Groups are run by the community for the community or as indicated. New inquirers must book through the listed contact person, bookings for groups cannot be made at the Holdfast Bay Community Centre reception. Entertainment Nights
Enjoy a night filled with good food, great music, and wonderful company. Each night has a different, fun theme.
Tuesday every 4 weeks. 4:30-7:30pm. Call Alwyndor 81773200
Social Bridge with Friends
Do you love and have experience playing Bridge? Meet some like-minded people and have fun playing Bridge with other locals. Need to know how to play Bridge
Tuesday 6:30 - 10pm. $5. Call Fran 0404 726 576
Chop, Cook & Dine
Build your knowledge around good nutrition, cooking skills, and delicious recipes while having fun in a happy and engaging environment
Wednesday 1:30-3:30pm. Call Alwyndor 81773200