Residents of Dunes Harbour Beach are lucky to have such a vast array of ways to stay fit and healthy without straying too far from the local community. From nature trails perfect for hiking, to the fantastic local council amenities not too far from home - there are a range of options to suit all ages and ability levels. We’ve compiled a quick list of the top ways you can get involved in living a healthier lifestyle and levelling up your physical fitness.
Led by Neighbourhood Yoga, there are free yoga classes hosted across Sunday mornings each month running up until October. The rejuvenating sessions are hosted with a breathtaking view of the Harbour Beach and are designed for all skill levels – move at your own pace and enjoy the perfect blend of movement and breathwork. Participants are advised to please bring a hat, sun protection, water and your own mat/towel. Keep an eye out on our community page for the most up-to-date dates and times for upcoming classes.
The Mackay Highlands Great Walk is a one-way track that starts 80 km west of Mackay in Eungella National Park, one of Queensland’s most ecologically diverse parks. Whilst the track is considered advanced, the first two sections of the Great Walk are relatively flat and semi-graded, making this section an excellent introductory walk for first timers with a good level of fitness. The views across Pioneer Valley and Mackay’s sugar cane plantations are absolutely breathtaking and will be worth the walk. Moreover, you’ll enjoy the surrounds of million-year-old trees, lush rainforests, dense palm groves, and dramatic peaks.
Mackay Aquatics & Recreation Complex
Mackay Aquatics and Recreation Complex offer aqua aerobics classes – a great way to get active especially in summer! These classes use the resistance of water to help participants to stay fit without aggravation or risking injury. The professional group of fitness instructors provide quality instruction to motivate participants to increase your strength, flexibility and your overall health within your personal ability levels. Water aerobics classes are taken in an environment that prioritises safety, friendliness and a relaxing and fun environment – they are accommodating to all ages and abilities.
PCYC Mackay Little n Active Playtime program
PCYC Mackay’s Little n Active Playtime program takes a fun and creative approach to introducing children under 5 to physical activity. Little n Active classes are designed to promote children’s curiosity, encourage problem solving, increase comprehension and develop social skills – parental participation is key to creating the welcoming safe space in which the classes are conducted. These sessions support early development through a range of stimulating sensory experiences in safe, colourful and social-play based sessions.
As you can see, the Mackay region boasts ample opportunities for those interested in maintaining aspects of physical health to get involved in activities that suit people’s interests, needs and abilities. Get moving today to take advantage of the amazing facilities, sceneries and environments that the area has to offer.