Row row row your boat. Take in the sights of the Gold Coast from the water with our Kayaking on the Gold Coast Tour! Spend a wonderful morning on the water with our own friendly Kayaking tour guide and a group of other friendly first responders. What a way to spend a Monday morning! This
Come and grab a coffee "on the (Fortem) house". Pop into our selected coffee spot 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 9am to 11am (drop in at any point). A great way to start your
Release your inner abstract artist and let your creativity go wild in this 90-minute beginner's workshop in Little Mountain. You will be guided step-by-step to create your own masterpiece and explore and grow your creative skills in a supportive, fun environment. No art skills required and all materials included. This free wellbeing activity is for
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
Art and Craft 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. Fortem will post out art box kits to each person joining the class ahead of time. Working with clay has been shown to have numerous mental
Come and move your body in water and feel amazing for it. This class is intended to be both relaxing and invigorating with you being able to choose how relaxed or intense you would like the session to be. The water is soothing as it removes pressure for your joints and provides gentle resistance for
Join us in Fortem's newly created Street Food cooking classes, with the aim to build and develop new experiences and skills in cooking different cultural dishes from around the world. Street Food is delicious, comforting, and new to our dinner cooking class series. This virtual class series has been designed to give participants and their
DID SOMEONE SAY CAKE!!!??? Come and help us celebrate Fortem's 5th Anniversary. Free Coffee and cake will be on offer from 10am-12pm at the Broadbeach Surf Life Saving Club. All First Responders and their families are welcome. Bring a friend and spread the word! The more the merrier! This free wellbeing activity is for first
DID SOMEONE SAY CAKE!!?? Come and help us celebrate Fortem's 5th Anniversary. Free Coffee and cake will be on offer from 10:30am-12pm at the Burleigh Heads Mowbray Park Surf Life Saving Club. All First Responders and their families are welcome. Bring a friend and spread the word! The more the merrier! This free wellbeing activity
Come along and start your day feeling recentered and energised. Tai chi is a healing martial art combining many movements with circulation, breathing and stretching techniques. Tai chi is sometimes described as meditation in motion, because it promotes serenity through gentle movements - connecting the mind and body. Whether you've tried it before or not,
Grab the kids, grab your partner/a mate and experience IMAGINATOR! Feed the Imagination in a place of LIGHT, SOUND & WONDER! Located in the heart of the Gold Coast is a new form of immersive play where imagination and technology collide to create a stunning audio-visual play experience from the future. Enjoy the journey at
Come along to our 90-minute family beginner's workshop in Little Mountain. Get some tips & tricks from an experienced art tutor and learn easy and fun ways to paint cute little animals like cats, dogs, birds, sheep, elephants and unicorns. No art skills required, and all materials included. This free wellbeing activity is for first
Come and grab a coffee "on the (Fortem) house". Pop into our selected coffee spot 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 8:00am to 10:30am (drop in at any point). A great way to start your
Come along for a fun morning of Koalas and their furry friends! Let's take a tour of the Koala Sanctuary and get to know the animals that call The Koala Sanctuary home. You will learn about each species as well as see demonstrations involving various animals at the sanctuary. This tour is fun for young
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
Come along and try something new or further develop the skills you have, join us for indoor rock climbing where you can be active and connect with your partner, and or family, and other local first responders. It's a fun way to keep fit, connect and stay active! We will have a colouring in station
This private First Responder clay and sip pottery workshop a great way to melt/mould away your worries of the week. Our skilled instructor will guide you on creating your own unique ceramic masterpiece, whether it be a mug, bowl, or decorative item. The hands-on experience of moulding clay with your hands will bring out your
Come and grab a coffee "on the (Fortem) house". Pop into our selected coffee spot 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 8:00am to 11:00am (drop in at any point). A great way to start your
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).
Ready for some fun!? Come along for a morning of Archery Warfare. Think paintball but archery style. The equipment we will be using has been specifically designed for the game. The Archery Warfare arrows have a round foam tip, which will absorb the impact when it hits a player. This game is aimed at fun so you
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
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
Come and grab a coffee "on the (Fortem) house". Pop into our selected coffee spot 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 8:00am to 10:30am (drop in at any point). A great way to start your
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
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
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
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).
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
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
You will have the opportunity to meet, pat and feed many of the animals that call The Llama Farm home. From our cheeky ponies to loveable llamas, your camera will get a workout as you get up, close and personal with our menagerie. You will learn about them and what it takes to care for
Join Fortem Volunteer, Nicole, for a 60-minute beach walk and chat. Learn more about Fortem Australia and what activities/services we provide, as well as meet new people. 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
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).
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
The yoga class has been designed for first responders to encourage an uplifted and calm feeling in the body and mind. This will be done at an outdoor garden where baby goats will play and engage with participants. The focus of the class is to move mindfully with your breath, stretch the muscles, improve joint
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
In celebration of Thank A First Responder Day, join Fortem at Australia Zoo for a family day of fun. 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 the 5
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. May: Loveable Llamas. June: Drawing Techniques for Beginners. These classes are perfect if you're looking to boost workplace wellbeing in your office, want to improve your
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
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
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).
Learn how easy it is to make homemade crackers that are packed with protein and will last for a month in an airtight container. We will also discover how delicious and easy it is to make homemade cashew cheese - a perfect match to go with the crackers. Important note: This online activities is accessed via
Step into the arena for a night of friendly competition with other first responders and their families. We will be treated to two hours of laser tag, unlimited experience arcade games, plus pizza for dinner. Doesn't matter if you've never played laser tag before, come along and give it a try. Players must be taller
The perfect Monday blend of movement and coffee! We encourage First Responders to drop in on the first Monday of each month, take five, have a laugh, and connect with the local Fortem rep and other first responders whilst moving your body. Walk, run, or crawl to the coffee shop at 6 am, to start
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. May: Loveable Llamas. June: Drawing Techniques for Beginners. These classes are perfect if you're looking to boost workplace wellbeing in your office, want to improve your
Come and grab a smoothie with us! Let's get out in the sun, share a drink and set up summer in the right way. Bring your kids and family for smoothies and some games in the sand. Or pop in for a break whilst on a shift, or start your day right with us! This
Come and grab a smoothie with us! Let's get out in the sun, share a drink and set up summer in the right way. Bring your kids and family for smoothies and some games in the sand. Or pop in for a break whilst on a shift, or start your day right with us! This
Come along to de-stress from the world and look after your body by exploring the suite of recovery modalities to relieve tension, unlock sore muscles, relieve stress and optimise your body and mind. Be guided through the Infrared Sauna, Normatec Compression Therapy, Hot/Cold (Ice Bath) Hydrotherapy and Mobility Zone/Percussive Therapy. This free wellbeing activity is
Unwind with us in a meditative experience. Whether you're bendy or not-so-bendy, that's ok; 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
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
Come and grab a smoothie with us! Let's get out in the sun, share a drink and set up summer in the right way. Bring your kids and family for smoothies and some games in the sand. Or pop in for a break whilst on a shift, or start your day right with us! This
Indian (Kitchari) and Sri Lankan food lends well to a vegan diet. These two meals are great as the flavours infuse making them taste even better the next day and also a portion of them can be saved to pop into the freezer for those days you are too busy to cook. This online activities
The perfect Monday blend of movement and coffee! We encourage First Responders to drop in on the first Monday of each month, take five, have a laugh, and connect with the local Fortem rep and other first responders whilst moving your body. Walk, run, or crawl to the coffee shop at 6 am, to start
Come and grab a smoothie with us! Let's get out in the sun, share a drink and set up summer in the right way. Bring your kids and family for smoothies and some games in the sand. Or pop in for a break whilst on a shift, or start your day right with us! This
Come along to de-stress from the world and look after your body by exploring the suite of recovery modalities to relieve tension, unlock sore muscles, relieve stress and optimise your body and mind. Be guided through the Infrared Sauna, Normatec Compression Therapy, Hot/Cold (Ice Bath) Hydrotherapy and Mobility Zone/Percussive Therapy. This free wellbeing activity is
Come learn how to carve sand like a pro with one of Australia's longest-running professional sand sculpture companies and Sandologists - Steve Machel. Steve teaches and shares his professional sand sculpting techniques and tricks, while you get to carve it up with your own sand creations. You will be entertaining, creative and inspiring, with little
Unwind with us in a meditative experience. Whether you're bendy or not-so-bendy, that's ok; 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
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
Come and grab a smoothie with us! Let's get out in the sun, share a drink and set up summer in the right way. Bring your kids and family for smoothies and some games in the sand. Or pop in for a break whilst on a shift, or start your day right with us! This
In this two-hour beginner's workshop, you will learn the foundations of watercolour painting. Our experienced teacher will cover, wet-in-wet techniques, colour theory and Neurographic art technique. 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
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. January: Learn how to paint your own spin on Laurel Burch's 'Sun and Moon' collection of art, which is known for its striking bright jewel-like colours
