Art provides food for the soul. Each month we will dabble in a different type of beginner-friendly art mediums. Classes will offer opportunities to be expressive, focused and reflective. July: Paint your Pet August: Funky Giraffes September: Spring Flora These classes are perfect if you're looking to boost workplace wellbeing in your office, want to
Drop in for a cuppa and a relaxed chat at a Merimbula cafe. Boost your wellbeing and broaden your social networks by getting to know other first responders over a coffee, tea, smoothie or chai. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve here). Register yourself, and up to one other adult and
We encourage our First Responders to drop in on take five, have a laugh and connect with the local Fortem rep and other first responders. We can let you know a little about us and the social activities planned for the area over the coming months and how they can boost your well-being and broaden your social networks. This free
Join together with other first responders and their families for a friendly competition with other participants and enjoy a couple of games of laser tag. Stay for a drink afterwards and share the experience and fun of the game. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself,
Join us for a ninja play session at Ninja Parc these school holidays Training 'like a ninja' helps improve things such as balance, co-ordination, endurance, grip strength and overall strength and power, plus it's a lot of fun! This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and
Start your week off with a morning yoga class suitable for all levels. The focus of these classes is to move mindfully with your breath, stretch the fascia and improve joint range of movement. The yoga instructor will support participants in learning yoga postures that are simple, slow, and designed to move at a pace
Join together with other first responders and their families for a friendly competition with other participants and enjoy a couple of games of laser tag. Stay for a drink afterwards and share the experience and fun of the game. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself,
Join other First Responders of Perth and their families for some ice-skating fun. Come along, pop on some ice skates and let's have a great time, everyone is welcome! NOTE: Ice skates are provided, and the Centre staff will give you some helpful tips to get you started. All you need to bring is yourself
Come and join us for a Jiu-Jitsu class with an experienced Jiu-Jitsu coach. Get fitter, learn something new and build your mental focus in this 1-hour session. This class is for any level of fitness or knowledge, beginner or experienced. These classes will run one Thursday a month for June, July & August. Full bathroom
Our Goal. Empowering First Responders through the 14 Hike Challenge. At the heart of the 14 Hike Challenge lies a profound mission, to empower and support our invaluable first responders. Our goal is to establish this challenge as an annual tradition, a beacon of camaraderie, resilience, and wellness within the community of first responders. The
Join other First Responders of Darwin and their families for some ice-skating fun. Come along, pop on some ice skates and let's have a great time, everyone is welcome! NOTE: Ice skates are provided and the Centre staff will give you some helpful tips to get you started. All you need to bring is yourself
Join us for Tuff Nutterz - a day where families connect, everyone laughs, and bravery reigns. This supersize inflatable maze - spanning nearly 300 square meters - is packed with 30 fun and challenging obstacles and is a place where family memories are made. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out
Please note, this activity is for people aged 2 and above. Gru and his minions return in another adventure. Watch as the former supervillain now Anti - Villain League agent fights for good instead of evil. Despicable Me kids craft session held before the movie. Popcorn and small drink for all. Mild themes and animated
We encourage our First Responders to drop in on take five, have a laugh and connect with the local Fortem rep and other first responders. We can let you know a little about us and the social activities planned for the area over the coming months and how they can boost your well-being and broaden your social networks. This free
Dive into nature with our fun workshop learning how to make your very own Kokedama's. Great for adults and kids, this Japanese art involves wrapping and binding plants in moss and string, transforming plants into mini works of art to take home. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we
First responder families, drop in for a cuppa and a relaxed chat at an Eden cafe. Boost your well-being and broaden your social networks by getting to know other first responders over a coffee, tea or chai. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve here). Register yourself, and up to one other adult and
Please note, this activity is for people aged 18 and above Tuscan inspired paint by numbers. Create a master piece, meet new people. No experience needed. Morning tea provided. This free wellbeing activity is for ACT Corrections Services Families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult. All Fortem Wellbeing
This virtual class has been designed to give participants and their families the opportunity to come together in a one-off class or to join them all. You will get to learn how to cook a delicious Greek dish to eat for the evening dinner alongside other first responders and their families. The recipes will vary
Unwind with us in a meditative experience. ALL experience levels are welcome. For centuries, yogis, traditional healers and wellness practitioners have been using the power of sound and vibration to induce relaxation, meditation and a state in which our bodies can unwind. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve).
Join Fortem Volunteer, Nicole, for a small taste of some of Maleny Chocolate Co's all-time favourites. We will learn what makes them taste so great, and then connect over coffee afterwards. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult. All Fortem
Start your Friday off with an invigorating walk up the Castle Hill main goat track. Once we reach the peak, enjoy the stunning views and a rest before we head back down. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult and
Enjoy a little friendly competition? Challenge the family or your first responder mates to a game of ten pin bowling and laser tag! Suitable for all ages, experience and fitness levels. Children must be accompanied by an adult. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and
It's time to CLIMB your EVEREST with altitude training! Whether you exercise regularly or not at all, come along and have a good time. All fitness levels are welcome with this class offering easier, moderate and harder options. All you need to bring is your towel and water bottle. This is a circuit style class
Get hooked on fishing! Learn the rules, the secrets and all the fishing basics in celebration of Thank a First Responder Day. How to cast, knot tie, bait and rig will all be explained in this workshop before heading out to throw a line in the water. All fishing equipment, bait and lunch is provided
Explore a bushland haven for Australian wildlife. An Australian wildlife experience just one hour from Melbourne in the stunning Yarra Valley. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult and up to two children. All Fortem Wellbeing Activities are underpinned by
Come along, relax, reset and rejuvenate with this Restorative Experience. ALL experience levels are welcome. Restorative Yoga is gentle and calm with you holding gentle supported positions for periods of time, allowing your body to fully relax into the position. For centuries, yogis, traditional healers and wellness practitioners have been using the power of sound and
Are you feeling brave? Join us for a guided tour as we explore the darker side of the Fremantle story at night on an eerie tour by torchlight. Cringe and be fascinated at some of the history. A tour not for the faint hearted - with a few surprises along the way! Tour Warning -
Our Goal. Empowering First Responders through the 14 Hike Challenge. At the heart of the 14 Hike Challenge lies a profound mission, to empower and support our invaluable first responders. Our goal is to establish this challenge as an annual tradition, a beacon of camaraderie, resilience, and wellness within the community of first responders. The
Come and grab a coffee "on the (Fortem) house". Pop into one of Darwins popular coffee spots and grab a take-away OR stay and chat with other members of the First Responder Community. The Fortem Team will be there to greet you from 8:30am to 11:00am (drop in at any point). A great way to
Putt your way around the course in a whole new light this winter at St Lucia Mini Golf. From Luminous pathways to celestial scapes and a host of dazzling features. Put your mini golf skills to the test with a glow in the dark golf ball and a twinkling ambience to guide your way. Photo
Embrace your adventurous side and join us for 1 hour of abseiling off Mount Stuart. Learn how to abseil from fully qualified instructors and get some extra experience having as many turns as you can in this hour-long activity. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself,
Meditation can be a perfect short escape from the modern stresses of life. Sound meditation includes the harmonic sounds and vibrations produced by singing bowls, chimes, drums and other sound bathing equipment which resonate throughout this session providing a deep meditative state, where rest and relaxation help to restore balance and calm throughout the body.
The Art of the Brick is a LEGO® exhibition featuring over 100 unique works made from millions of LEGO® bricks: Discover the renewed version of the critically acclaimed exhibition of LEGO® sculptures. Immerse yourself in Nathan Sawaya's colourful world with moving sculptures, an LED light show, cutting-edge video mapping and great sound. Encounter this planet’s
Come and join us for a Jiu-Jitsu class with an experienced Jiu-Jitsu coach. Get fitter, learn something new and build your mental focus in this 1-hour session. This class is for any level of fitness or knowledge, beginner or experienced. These classes will run one Thursday a month for June, July & August. Full bathroom
Join enthusiastic and knowledgeable astronomy guides who will lead you through a tour of the universe using high powered telescopes.
Come along and try our 180-minute Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class to learn skilled techniques for self-defence. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu teaches you to overcome the size and strength of your opponent with correct leverage and technique. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one
