Want to join a sporting club, or other interest group? Then this is the place for you. Follow the links to the community directory on the Nillumbik Shire Council website or check out our Youth Directory on our Homepage.
Skate/BMX facilities within the Shire
We have three concrete Skate/BMX facilities and one BMX Dirt Jump site:
Fergusons Paddock 1/4 pipe
Heidelberg-Kinglake Road
Melway Reference: 185 K7
Diamond Creek Skate Park
Elizabeth Street
Melway Reference: 12 A5
Eltham Skate Park
Alistair Knox Park West, Corner of Bridge and Susan Streets
Melway Reference: 21 H6
Eltham BMX Dirt Jumps
Behind the Living & Learning Nillumbik - Eltham Centre, Pitt Street
Melway Reference: 21 H7
Teen Gym: Eltham YMCA
The Teen membership at the Eltham Leisure Centre is a three month membership for people aged 13-15 years. It gives young people the opportunity to use many of the centre's facilities in an environment that is both safe and enjoyable. The membership includes a free health consultation, program start and bi-monthly health consultations.
For more information visit the YMCA Eltham website.
Under 20’s exercise class
These free classes will involve group workout session using a range of the latest training equipment and techniques for young people aged 12 – 20 years. If you attend within the first three weeks you will receive a free holiday membership.
Running every Wednesday 4.14pm – 5pm until Wednesday 21 December 2011 at the Macleod Recreation and Fitness Centre, 157 Wungan Street, Macleod.
For more information phone 9459 9022.
Youth Gym: Diamond Creek YMCA
YMCA Youth Gym is a specially designed and supervised training program that helps young people develop positive exercise habits, self esteem and confidence for life. YMCA Youth Gym is a health and wellness program for young people aged between 10-16 years.
For more information visit the YMCA Diamond Creek website.
Yoga for Teens at Greenhills Neighbourhood House
Join any time. Help with the stress of exams. The program runs 10.30am on Saturdays during school term. Cost is $10 per session. Greenhills Neighbourhood House is located Community Drive, Greensborough.
For more information phone Chris on 9435 9287.
Skate, Surf, Snow: Join up now!
Would you like to get involved in skating, surfing and snowboarding? Join up, help organise the activities and do it all with a bunch of awesome people!
For more information or an application form phone Chloe on 9848 5400.
Sports ability program
The national sports ability program creates opportunities for young people with disabilities, particularly those with higher support needs, to play five inclusive sport activities. For more information visit the Australian Sports Commission website.
People Outdoors
People Outdoors is a camping and recreation program. The camp is open to children and teenagers aged six to 18 years. People Outdoors strives to provide the highest level of service, safety and enjoyment on all of their programs. Be sure to check out their website for up coming camps. For more information visit the People Outdoors website.
Dude Ranch trail rides
The trail rides are situated at the Kinglake National Park. For more information, go to the Dude Ranch website.
Ryan Central Netball Club
The Ryan Central Netball Club trains and plays at the same complex, the Diamond Creek Force Netball Association complex. These courts are situated in Diamond Street, Diamond Creek. They train using courts one-four and set up our information table at the Shipping Container. Player registration is only $10 with insurance starting at $28. There is limited vacancies in all age groups.
Go and join the Green and Black for dome netball and lots of fun.
For more information phone Julie on 0433 786 506 or visit the Ryan Central Netball website.
Leisure Access Program (LAP)
The Leisure Access Program (LAP) is a recreational and social program developed for teenagers and young adults in the Manningham area living with disabilities. Placed in to groups (determined by function levels and program suitability), a variety of programs are offered, which are suitable to each particular groups needs and interests whilst also providing respite for parents and carers.
Activities are run as either a day program on a Saturday or an evening program on a Wednesday, dependent on the group. School Holiday programs (SHLAP) also offer an opportunity for all LAP members to get to know each other and socialise with their friends. All groups are fully supervised and supported by qualified and enthusiastic staff during each activity
For more information Manningham YMCA Youth Services website.
Diamond Valley Athletic Club
The Diamond Valley Athletic Club will conduct a Trials and Registration Day at Willinda Park, Greensborough on Sunday 4 October 2009, 1pm. The Athletics Victoria season of track and field athletics will start on Saturday 10 October 2009 and caters for male and female athletes from the Under 14 age group through to Open age.
Supervised training sessions are conducted at Willinda Park on a Tuesday and Thursday afternoon from 5pm. So go along and try this exciting sport at the areas top athletics venue.
For more information phone 0409 005 406.
Diamond Creek Netball
Interested in playing netball? Then why not join the largest and most successful Club and Association in the Diamond Valley . It’s never too late to join. Registration forms available from clubroom anytime or can be downloaded. All games played Saturday mornings at Diamond Creek Netball Complex Diamond Street, Diamond Creek. Training is Monday after school.
For more information phone 9438 6098 or visit the Diamond Creek Force website
Greensborough Junior Cricket Club: New Players Welcome
Players for all age groups required:
- Boys and girls
- Under 17's
- Under 16's
- Under 14's
- And under 12's
All coaches are ACB accredited Level 1 or Level 2. At War Memorial Park, Greensborough.
For more information phone Theo Milligan on 04022 98894 or visit the Greensborough Cricket website.
