Get yourself a healthy life

THE Yarra Centre is a community based centre which provides healthy lifestyle programs for the whole community.
The centre offers residents a diverse range of programs to suit individual fitness aims.
Fitness programs include the Weight No More Weight Club which provides extra coaching and support to enable members to reach their lifestyle and weight loss goals.
There is also the Ranges Running Group, Bushwalking Groups and the Wanderer’s Walking Group, which is endorsed by the Heart Foundation.
The Yarra Centre will also be developing a Triathlon Training Group to take advantage of the wonderful surrounds and facilities the centre has to offer.
These include the Warburton Trail and a 25 metre lap lane swimming pool.
Group Fitness has gone from strength to strength at the Yarra Centre. Gym co-ordinator Lesley Grimes said she guarantees the group classes will keep members motivated with their wonderful group fitness instructors at the helm.
Group fitness classes include the new Zumba Cardio Dance, Step It Up Step Class, Fitness Boxing, Cycle Spin, Body Bar and more.
The Yarra Centre also offers wellbeing classes, Pilates and yoga.
The Yarra Centre caters for older adults through the Fun Fab 55s class to music, and Glen’s Goldie’s land and aqua classes, which are approved by COTA Living Longer, Living Stronger and Arthritis Victoria.
Teenagers are also well catered for with the ever popular Teen Gym and Teen memberships which include access to the swimming pool. The Yarra Centre health club team members pride themselves on providing high levels of personal attention to members which is second to none.
Every member has a personal healthy lifestyle consultation and a carefully designed fitness program to suit their goals and lifestyle.
Members receive regular program boosts and consultations with their instructor to keep them motivated and on track.
For those wanting to fast track results personal training is also available.
Gym staff are always available to talk with clients about their goals, expectations and concerns prior to becoming a member at the Yarra Centre. Several membership options are available to meet individual needs.
Ms Grimes said residents interested in starting a membership can book an appointment to tour the centre and discuss a suitable membership plan.
Also available at the Yarra Centre is a registered creche and swimming lessons for all ages and abilities.
Don’t forget about the Whistle Stop Cafe which is partnered with Eastern Community Health and run by volunteers to provide a meeting place and social opportunities for community groups and Yarra Centre visitors.
The Yarra Centre is about fun, social opportunities and healthy lifestyles.
The Yarra Centre is located along the Warburton Highway in Yarra Junction.
For more information on the Yarra Centre phone one of the friendly customer service members on 5967 1675.