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Active Seniors in the City

Almost a quarter of residents living in the City of Canterbury Bankstown are 55 years old or greater

These residents are an integral and essential part of our community and it should be recognised that enjoying a valued role as well as a meaningful life in our community as we grow older is something that everyone should be able to aspire to.

The needs of residents inevitably change as they get older, but this doesn't affect everyone in the same way because people age differently and have a range of individual situations and expectations depending on their values, personal experience and cultural background.

However, there are some changes that do tend to affect people in similar ways as they move through various life stages. People in their 50s often find that their children have left home, and they may find themselves exploring new interests and activities to add fulfilment to their lives. This tends to increase as people who are working start thinking about part-time work or retirement.

A wide range of services are available in our area to help people maintain their independence for as long as possible as they get older. This can take the form of assistance with transport, regular social contact, help to maintain a safe home environment and personal care.

We recognise the diversity of changing needs of residents as they grow older and offer a range of activities that serve as pathways towards the various goals and aspirations of seniors in our City.

Community restaurant

Join us for lunch and treat yourself to a fun day with social activities and a healthy lunch, including dessert and morning tea. Come with friends or meet some new ones.                                                                                                                                                                                                     

  • Tuesday 29 April  Guest speaker
  • Tuesday 13 May Mother's Day
  • Tuesday 27 May Musical item
  • Tuesday 17 June Guest speaker on seniors rights

For bookings and information, call 9707 9646 or email mealsonwheels@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

Keeping you active in the City

Our programs are fun and interactive. There’s a lot on offer and new programs are always coming out. It’s a great way to make new friends and stay agile!

Keeping active, creative and social is what we do at CBCity. 

Active Seniors
Revesby
Strength and balance Revesby
Light cardio and strength training using body weight. Suitable for people wanting light level intensity

Weekly on a Tuesday or Thursday, 7.30am

Birrong
Bankstown Men’s Shed Inc
A place where men can meet up, share and learn new skills and enjoy each other’s company

Every Monday to Wednesday, 8am-2pm

Community Event
Earlwood
Earlwood Seniors Group
Social group, play indoor bowls, craft activities, outings and a lot of social interactions

Every Tuesday, 10am

Bankstown
Book a librarian Bankstown
You can Book-a-Librarian for 30-minute one-on-one sessions to help you with your computer and information needs

Tuesdays, 10am-noon and Thursdays, 2.30-4pm

Campsie
Tai Chi for Seniors | Beginner class
Join us at Campsie Library for our FREE Tai Chi class for Seniors! Bookings for Term 2 are now open.

Every Tuesday during school term, 10-11am

Campsie
English Conversation Groups Campsie
Make new friends, while learning to speak more English

Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 10am-noon

Riverwood
English Conversation Groups Riverwood
Make new friends, while learning to speak more English

Weekly on a Monday and Tuesday, 10am-noon

Community Event
Panania
​Tai chi
A gentle way to exercise

Every Tuesday, 10am

Walking basketball for Seniors
Fun, interactive and low impact team sportThis is a partnership between CBCity, Basketball NSW and Bankstown Bruins.

Weekly on a Tuesday, 10.30-11.30am 

Campsie
Happy crafting Campsie
Looking for inspiration or would like to have company while working on your craft project?

Tuesdays, Fortnightly from 6 February, 10.30-11.30am

Panania
Adult Chess Club Panania
Join one of our weekly chess clubs to play a social game of chess or to learn from a chess master

Weekly on a Tuesday, 10.30am-12.30pm

Campsie
Tai Chi for Seniors | Advanced class
Join us at Campsie Library for our Tai Chi class for Seniors! Bookings for Term 2 are now open.

Every Tuesday during school term, 11am-noon

Community Event
Canterbury
​Active hearts Canterbury
Exercise class for over 50’s

Every Tuesday, 2.30-3.30pm

Birrong
Aqua classes Birrong
Gentle cardio and a fun workout without any strain from gravity on your hips, knees or ankles

Every Monday 6.30pm | Tuesday 10am | Wednesday 6.30pm | Thursday 10am

Revesby
Aqua classes Revesby
Gentle cardio and a fun workout without any strain from gravity on your hips, knees or ankles

Weekly at various dates and times

Birrong
Bankstown Men’s Shed Inc
A place where men can meet up, share and learn new skills and enjoy each other’s company

Every Monday to Wednesday, 8am-2pm

Community Event
Sefton
​Dance fit
Dancing, core and stretch class

Every Wednesday, 8am

Community Event
Riverwood
Pickleball
Combination of badminton, tennis and table tennis all in one

Every Wednesday, 9-10.30am 

Campsie
English Conversation Groups Campsie
Make new friends, while learning to speak more English

Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 10am-noon

Riverwood
Tech Savvy Seniors in English - Riverwood
Four FREE technology training sessions for seniors. Bookings required.

Wednesdays 7, 14, 21 and 28 May, 10am-noon

Community Event
Riverwood
​Dance Fit
Low impact dance to your favourite songs from the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s and all the classics

Weekly on Wednesdays, 10-11am

Hurlstone Park
Senior driver refresher
This refresher session will provide you with current information to keep you safe on our roads

Wednesday 14 May, 10.30-11.30am

Padstow
Help with technology Padstow
Do you need help using technology?

Weekly on a Wednesday, 11am-noon

Bankstown
Crafty arts program
This monthly program for seniors will grow your creativity and confidence. 

Monthly – First Wednesday

Lakemba
Knitting group Lakemba
Join one of our popular knitting groups and enjoy the company of like-minded craft-lovers

Weekly on a Wednesday, 2-4pm

Community Event
Riverwood
​Martial arts
No matter your age, enhance your self-esteem by heightening your physical and mental powers

Every Monday and Wednesday, 5-6pm 

Revesby
Aqua classes Revesby
Gentle cardio and a fun workout without any strain from gravity on your hips, knees or ankles

Weekly at various dates and times