September Update, Challenges and more!

Spring into Action this month! Ah, springtime – there’s no better time to get outdoors and get active! Take a look at what’s on at DeakinACTIVE in September and celebrate the return of warmer weather with our great offers. This month, we also focus on our collective wellbeing for Women’s Health Week (5–11 September), R …

6 Benefits of Joining a Gym With a Friend

For many of us, the idea of joining a new gym and working out for the first time can be quite daunting. The good news is that we all feel the same way when starting out. There are a few approaches to help overcome this anxiousness, but the best option is to start your fitness …

August Fitness Challenge, Free classes and more!

It’s time to get MOVEing! Track your physical activity over the month of August to collect MOVEs and win some awesome prizes: 1K-10K MOVES – Everyone wins 3 x Free DeakinACTIVE Group Fitness Trial Pack 10K-20K MOVES – Everyone wins a free Bodyscan 20K-30K MOVES – Go in the draw to win 1-month Free membership …

New Friendship Membership

Join up with a friend and save!         It’s way more fun exercising with a friend You’ll have your own workout buddy Be more accountable Learn new exercise ideas from your friend You’re more likely to succeed in your goals! Buy offer online or in person at DeakinACTIVE. * No joining fee, 12-week contract. …

International Day of Yoga - Mental Health Benefits

June 21st is the official International Day of Yoga. Yoga is an ancient physical, mental and spiritual practice that originated in India. The word ‘yoga’ derives from Sanskrit and means to join or to unite, symbolizing the union of body and consciousness. Yoga is an ancient form of meditation that involves engaging the body and …

Benefits of Yoga and Pilates during exam time

Exams are upon us once more. For many students, this can be quite a stressful and wearing period to cope with. Long nights that involve sinking your head into a text book for hours on end, despite re-reading the same paragraph over and over. You’ve guzzled down four coffees and all that has been achieved …