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Maintaining an active lifestyle is one of the best ways to enhance your physical and mental wellbeing, and in Mandurah, incorporating movement into your daily routine is simple. Our beautiful natural surroundings provide various outdoor fitness opportunities, including picturesque walking and cycling trails, waterfront pathways, and parks offering free outdoor gym equipment. Whether enjoying a morning walk along the foreshore or venturing through bushland trails, staying active in Mandurah benefits your health and fosters a deeper connection with nature and your community.

Live life actively

  • Improves cardiovascular health – Strengthens the heart and improves circulation. 
  • Supports healthy weight – Helps maintain or reduce body weight by burning calories. 
  • Strengthens muscles and bones – Increases muscle strength, endurance, and bone density. 
  • Boosts immune function – Enhances the body’s ability to fight off illness. 
  • Reduces risk of chronic diseases – Lowers the risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and some cancers. 
  • Reduces stress and anxiety – Promotes relaxation and reduces levels of stress hormones. 
  • Improves mood – Stimulates the release of endorphins, which can enhance feelings of happiness. 
  • Enhances sleep quality – Helps you fall asleep faster and enjoy deeper sleep. 
  • Boosts brain function – Improves memory, concentration, and cognitive performance. 
  • Encourages social interaction – Group activities and sports can foster friendships and community. 
  • Promotes independence in older adults – Helps maintain mobility and balance, reducing the risk of falls. 

Outdoor Fitness and Yoga classes are held from November through December and February through March. All classes are FREE and held at Keith Holmes Reserve. 

  • Yoga: Tuesday nights from 6-7pm 
  • Outdoor Fitness: Thursday mornings from 9-9.45am
  • Classes are for all ages and abilities. 

Don’t forget to bring: 

  • Appropriate footwear 
  • Water 
  • Towel 
  • Sunscreen 
  • Hat 
 

Various outdoor fitness equipment is located in parks within the City. The equipment is accessible and free. The locations include: 

  • Birchley Park - Coodanup 
  • Black Swan Lake - Lakelands 
  • Country Club Reserve - Dawesville 
  • Eros Place Reserve - San Remo 
  • Gallop Street - Halls Head 
  • Keith Holmes Reserve - Mandurah 
  • Osprey Waters Foreshore Reserve - Erskine 
  • Novara Beach - Falcon 
  • Tickner Reserve - Mandurah 

Have a look at the locations, including the additional park features, with our handy chart: 

Outdoor_Fitness_Matrix_

Tips for using the equipment: 

  • Wear appropriate clothing and footwear. 
  • Don’t forget to spend 3-5 minutes warming up, exercises could include a light jog, knees up, side stride or push. 
  • Spend 3-5 minutes after the workout to cool down by stretching all the muscle groups used throughout the workout. 
  • Don’t forget your hat, sunscreen and water bottle. 
 

Staying active is beneficial for adults, regardless of their age or abilities. Regular physical activity can enhance overall health and reduce the risk of falls. 

The Inclusive Physical Activities Exercise Guide is a resource to encourage physical activity and the safe use of outdoor fitness equipment. 

This resource is a collaborative effort supported by the South Metropolitan Health Service, City of Mandurah, Stay on Your Feet, and Injury Matters. It is crafted to make physical activity accessible and enjoyable for older adults of all abilities, ensuring that everyone can lead a healthier and more active lifestyle. 

Inclusive Physical Activity exercises

Mandurah offers a delightful trail walking experience through its pristine natural environment, encompassing wetlands, coastline, and nature reserves. The area features many highly rated bushwalking trails, ranging from 2.3 to 8 kilometres, catering to all abilities. These trails are rich with wildlife, including dolphins and migratory birds. 

Trail walking in Mandurah provides numerous benefits, such as connecting with nature, exercising, reducing stress, and nurturing both body and mind. For more information on the trails, please refer to: Visit Mandurah, Trails WA or Mandurah Nature Trails and Reserves.

The Trail Walk Checklist, developed with Visit Mandurah, includes a handy checklist for planning your hike or walk. It details what to wear and pack to ensure a pleasant experience. 

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From the urban to the rural, the artistic to the environmental and the tranquil to the thrilling... There are no limits to the experiences you can have in Mandurah. There are so many places to bring your senses back to life. However you choose to enjoy it, this remarkable part of the world will leave you feeling rejuvenated. 

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