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Member Spotlight: Mark Bowler

This month we’d like to celebrate the success of one of our super friendly members who graces the PARC Health Club with his positive energy every time he trains, Mark Bowler!

Mark has been nominated for the Member Spotlight this month for great attitude and polite friendly nature, helping to make the PARC Health Club a positive space. Mark is always open to helping out fellow gym members and is an extremely valuable member of the PARC community!  We sat down with him and asked a few questions about why PARC is important to him.

 

What type of training do you do at PARC? 

Body building sessions in the gym!

What is your year of health goal?

I’m working towards competing in natural body building October next year however I’m always working on being my general health and fitness as well.

What motivates you?

I want to a role model for my kids! My daughter just joined, and we train together every week. That time is extremely valuable to me. On top of that, PARC is an extremely positive environment, so I want to be here! The social aspect of coming to PARC is so important to me. I have made lot of friends since I have been here and have been able to inadvertently help others through conversation and friendship.

Do you have a training buddy? 

I met up with my daughter a few times a week to train together! Other than that, I come alone but always have members to chat to while I am training. That’s part of what motivates me, PARC is such a friendly environment!

Why do you love PARC?

I love the friendly and welcoming environment in the gym! PARC has everything you could need for your health and fitness….including great coffee! I’ve trained at a lot of gyms over the years, and this is by far the best one!

What is your biggest achievement at PARC?

When returned to the gym after taking a break due to the temporary closures, I had put on weight, and I decided to make a change. I got back in and lost 30kg in 8 months!

How long have you been a member with us

I am a foundation member…I signed up in a tent before PARC was even built!

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We’re open this Melbourne Cup Day and ready for action! Whether you want to splash around or get in a workout , we've got you covered. 🏋️‍♀️☀️

Tuesday 5 November Hours: 
Centre: 7am – 7pm 
Waterslides: 10am – 6pm 
Café: 8am – 5pm 
Childcare: Closed 
PARC Swim: No lessons 
Group Exercise: Reduced timetable — book your spot via the Customer Portal 

PARC Plus: Keep up your routine over the long weekend with our on demand digital Fitness Platform, PARC Plus. Learn more here: https://parc.peninsulaleisure.com.au/parc-plus/ 

Come down for some public holiday fun! We can’t wait to see you in the Centre! 🌊🏃‍♂️ 

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Get ready to lace up, PARC fam! The Seaford Wetlands Fun Run is back on Sunday, 24th November! 🌿🏃‍♀️ Whether you're walking, jogging, or running, this event has something for everyone—choose from 2km, 5km, or 10km courses through the beautiful Seaford Wetlands. It’s the perfect way to get active while helping raise funds for Rotary Peninsula 2.0! 🌟 

Plus, our PARC trainers will be there with our stretching station to help you warm up before the race and our PARC Swim team will have fun water safety activities for the kids! 💪🚶‍♀️ 

Don’t miss out, early bird pricing ends on Saturday 2 November. Register today! 

Register here for the fun run by hitting the link in our bio.

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Get Active Kids Vouchers - round 8 application are now open

The Get Active Kids voucher program is a Victorian Government initiative to assist families with the costs of participation in sport and active recreation activities, like swimming lessons. Eligible children may receive up to $200 to cover the costs of PARC Swim memberships. 🏊‍♀️

Vouchers can be used for PARC Swim memberships, Aquatic Access membership (no lessons) or a PARC Active Kids, Youth or Teen membership.

Head online to find out more and see if you're eligible.

Active Kids: https://service.vic.gov.au/services/apply-for-get-active-kids-voucher/home
PARC: https://parc.peninsulaleisure.com.au/news/active-kids-vouchers/

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PARC is proud to sponsor the Frank to Schanck 3-day, 60km adventure challenge with The Women's Spirit Project, happening 15–17 November 2024. 🌿✨ 

This amazing, non-competitive event is all about building connections, confidence, and life skills for women of all abilities as they walk through the stunning Mornington Peninsula. 💪👟

🌟 It’s your last chance to join this incredible journey, so if you're up for the adventure, don’t wait - registrations close this week!

Click the link to sign up 👉 https://womensspiritproject.org/frank-to-schanck-walk-2024/

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Don’t miss out on our delicious Friday treat—just two more weeks to indulge in our Seniors Month Café Special! 🎉 For only $7, enjoy a freshly baked scone with jam and cream, paired with a perfectly brewed small coffee. It's the perfect way to catch up with friends or unwind after your swim or workout! 🌸

But hurry—this tasty deal is while stocks last, so be sure to get in quick! 🍽️

📅 Fridays Only—mark your calendar and treat yourself to this yummy special while it’s still on!

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Celebrate National Children's Week with a fun day for under 5s! 🥳 

Join us on Wednesday, 23rd October at McClelland Sculpture Park, where our PARC Swim Team will be running exciting, interactive water safety activities for kids as part of Frankston City Council's Children’s Week Celebration Event! 🌊👶 

This year’s theme is “Children have the right to a clean and safe environment,” so we’ll be teaching how to stay safe around water through fun activities, rescue scenarios, giveaways, and more! 

Bring the little ones for a day of fun, learning, and excitement! 

📅 When: Wednesday, 23rd October 
📍 Where: McClelland Sculpture Park and Gallery, 390 McClelland Dr, Langwarrin VIC 3910 
⏰ Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm 

The event is free but numbers are limited so please RSVP via the link in our bio. 

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Are you an adult who’s never quite found the time or opportunity to learn to swim? 🏊‍♀️

Expressions are open for our fully funded adult beginner swim program. 

Now’s your chance! PARC is excited to invite you to our More People Can Swim adult intensive program – a fully funded, 5-week intensive course tailored for beginners, running this November and December 2024. 

This program is designed for adults (18 years and over) who have little to no swimming experience and want to develop essential water safety skills. Over the 5 weeks, you’ll build your swimming confidence, learn safety and rescue techniques, and enjoy full access to our aquatic facilities at PARC and Pines to practise and play.

To learn more or to complete an Expression of Interest, visit our website through the link in our bio.

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