Hike for your health! For PTSD Awareness Day, we will be starting our morning with a moderate level hike at a popular location in the Gungahlin/Hall region. Get a group together or come solo. Meeting at 7.30am, we will follow our leader Sarah on a 9km hike. When we reach the top, we will have
Bring along the kids to give "mindful twister" a go, or better known as Kids Yoga. Yoga is a great way to enhance kids' flexibility, balance, and body awareness. The class will be led by a former QPS member. Kids to be accompanied by an adult and adults are welcome to join in. This free
For this Bunnings activity you will be making your own bird box for your garden. This family friendly activity is suitable for all ages welcome, children under 18 must be supervised by an adult. Drink voucher will be provided. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve here). Register
First responders, are you looking for some school holiday fun for you and your family? Join us for this activity where you and the kids can enjoy an action-packed indoor rock climbing session for the first hour, then get involved in a mini golf game for some extra fun! Snacks will be provided afterwards. Indoor
Come along and join us for an evening of Roller Skating at our local skating rink. Skaters of all ages and abilities will have the opportunity to enjoy roller skating at a spacious and fun indoor rink. Light refreshments included. Roller skating is a great way to keep fit while having fun with friends and
2 hours of jumping, climbing, swinging fun for the kids this July school holidays. This activity is run by a host who will supervise and teach gym skills followed by free play to end the session. Sit back and enjoy watching your 4-11 year old have fun for this activity. This free wellbeing activity is
You have 70 minutes to unravel the mystery of a hidden room. Working as a team of up to 6 first responders & their family members, you'll need to solve a variety of quirky and inventive puzzles in order to escape! Participants are placed into a specially designed room with other participants to face a
Bring the family and sail the seven seas with this unique 18-hole underwater adventure-themed course. Snacks, drinks and arcade fun also included. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve here). Register yourself, and up to one other adult and up to two children (your partner, children, family members,
Come along and have some fun with your family and other first responders as you glide your way around the ice rink with disco lights sparkling around you. This is a great activity whether it's your first time or if you are an experienced skater, everyone skates at their own pace. Everyone is welcome, anyone
Join us for this Bunnings D.I.Y Little Green Thumbs Workshop. The Bunnings team have a great session planned for the kids to paint their own pot, and add a plant to it. Suitable for children aged 5-12. Children younger than 5 are welcome to attend as well, we will have a colouring activity available. Light
Come along for some good old fashioned TOP GOLF! learn how to swing a golf club, hit a ball, play games with your friends and family and enjoy a wonderful dinner. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve here). Register yourself, and up to one other adult and
Enjoy a little friendly, healthy competition? Bring the family or a group of first responder mates along for laser tag, ten pin bowling and pizza these school holidays! 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
Come along and catch-up on the hill for an evening of footy in the Gong and socially connect with family and colleagues. The game kicks off at 8pm and should finish around 10pm. The match being played is the Dragons V's Raiders. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we
Join us for a night of footy and socially connecting with family and colleagues. The game kicks off at 6pm and should finish around 9pm. The match being played is the Eels V's Warriors. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve here). Register yourself, and up to one
Bring the kids and get crafty this school holiday as we make macrame keyrings. Spend an afternoon by the coast with other first responder and their families and friends, with a yummy afternoon tea provided. Macram├® is a beautiful and unique craft. There are so many possibilities with the knots, so it's the perfect way
Get your skates on and join your family and other first responders as you skate your way around the roller skating rink. Enjoy a morning of fun and laughter as you test your balance skills for this activity. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve here). Register yourself,
Explore a day in the life of Antarctic scientists in this immersive virtual reality adventure. Tour Antarctica from a helicopter cockpit, land on glaciers and discover a penguin colony, including their chicks. Learn about daily life in these harsh conditions and marvel at the spectacular southern lights. With 360-degree camera control and stunning 4K, high-resolution
Bring the little ones for a day of wholesome and interactive outdoor farmyard activities. The perfect activity for school holidays! Our organised workshops will allow the kids to get up close during the animal encounters and learn about their characteristics and habitats and use their imagination and creativity to build their own succulent habitat to
In this school holiday workshop, provided by our local Bunnings is a hands on activity creating your very own fantasy themed garden pot. Take your time and relax as you add a little magic to your garden with a miniature garden scene. It could be for fairies, for pirates or even for dinosaurs. We will
Come and grab a coffee "on the (Fortem) house". Pop into our seaside coffee location and grab a take-away or stay and chat with other members of the first responder community, with the ocean as our backdrop (how lucky are we!). You can come and go at any point. A great way to start your
Join us for a family day at a wildlife park which is home to all of your Australian animal favourites as well as a large range of amazing exotic animals, which include cheetahs, ring-tailed lemurs, red pandas, meerkats, small monkeys and many more. Get up close and personal to a range of animals, and feed
Join us for a family day at a wildlife park which is home to all of your Australian animal favourites as well as a large range of amazing exotic animals, which include cheetahs, ring-tailed lemurs, red pandas, meerkats, small monkeys and many more. Get up close and personal to a range of animals, and feed
Join us for supper and settle in for a laugh with a selection of clever, off-kilter, funny short films from across the world. Suitable for ages 15+ only. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve here). Register yourself and up to one other adult or teenager aged 15
Gather your family & friends for our Roller Skate morning and enjoy some laughter, music, and excitement on wheels. Whether you're a seasoned skater, a newbie (we will have a refresher crash course), you're looking for a new family activity or a way to relive your own childhood memories, you're sure to leave with a
The legends at Bunnings have got some awesome workshops coming up! These workshops will target both practical home maintenance skills such as using tools, painting and basic handyman work, as well as art and creative skills. Workshops are hosted by trades and creators who work within Bunnings Warehouse. This free wellbeing activity is for first
First responders can take an opportunity to develop the art of making coffee. It is not as simple as it looks. Join in on a masterclass of Espresso Extraction, Milk Texturing, and Latte Art. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve here). Register yourself, and up to one
Axe throwing could be 'axe'-ordinary and it does sound like fun! This 1.5 hour session is run by a dedicated 'axe'-pert, your axe throwing coach, who will give a safety briefing and demonstrate the fundamentals of axe throwing. After some free throw practice, there'll be a few fun games to crown the ultimate winner. Come
Come in from the cold and join us for a hot cuppa and company. Stay a little or a long time, we don't mind! Register for details. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve here). Register yourself, and up to one other adult (your partner, family member, or
Get your creative side on and make your very own resin cheeseboard! This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve here). Register yourself, and up to one other adult and one other adult (your partner, family member, or someone from your inner circle). Encourage a first responder colleague to
This is an activity for those who have always wanted to get out on the water and learn how to sail. Join other first responders who want to learn a new skill or get back into an activity that you used to enjoy. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who
Come and give Archery a go! Whether you've held a bow before or not everyone is welcome. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve here). Register yourself, and up to one other adult or teenager (your partner, family member, or someone from your inner circle). Encourage a first
Come along and train, enjoy free coffee and breakfast after your session and discuss recovery options. It's time to climb your Mount 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.
Join in with the Palette Knife Paint Party! Spend some time with other like-minded members of the first responder community while we are led by our teacher in creating a floral masterpiece using ...you guessed it.... palette knives and a lot of paint! It doesn't matter if you were born without a creative bone in
Art provides food for the soul. It offers opportunities to be expressive, focused and reflective. In this beginner-friendly class, you will be guided through mindfulness techniques and learn how to create beautiful mandalas. This class is perfect if you're looking to boost workplace wellbeing in your office, want to improve your self-care at home routine
The perfect blend - coffee with friends. We encourage our first responders to drop in on the last Tuesday of each month, 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 local social activities planned for the
First responders, discover how to create your very own masterpiece on the wheel by joining this pottery class! During this 2-hour guided class held in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne, you'll learn how to turn chunks of clay into 2-4 beautiful pieces consisting of bowls, cups, vases or dishes. You'll then get to choose your
Axe throwing could be 'axe'-ordinary & it DOES sound like FUN! This 2-hour session is run by a dedicated 'axe'-pert, your axe-throwing coach, who will give a safety briefing and demonstrate the fundamentals of axe throwing. After some free throw practice, there'll be a few fun games to crown the ultimate winner. Come along and
You have just 60 minutes to creatively solve the problems and puzzles in these specially designed rooms in order to escape! Working in a team with other first responders & their families you will race the clock to crack a series of clues to find your way out on time. This free wellbeing activity is
Join us for a 60-minute beach walk and chat. Participants can come along for the walk and learn more about Fortem Australia and what activities and services we provide, as well as meet new people and develop relationships through socialising. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve here).
Come along to mini golf and put your putting skills to the test! This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve here). Register yourself, and up to one other adult (your partner, family member, or someone from your inner circle). Encourage a first responder colleague to register too, or
If you've ever wanted to learn the art of paint pouring or try a new craft, then this workshop is for you! It's the perfect introduction for anyone wanting to have some hands-on experience creating fluid art, or paint pouring. You'll learn paint pouring basics, tips and tricks, different types of pourings and mixing information
The perfect Monday blend. We encourage our first responders to drop in on the last Monday of each month, 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 local social activities planned for the coming months, and