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PARC turns five

PARC is inviting the community to join in celebrations to mark five years since opening.
  • Sunday 15 September, 1–5pm
  • Free aquatic entry
  • Free activities including cupcakes, sticker photobooth and Splashy McSplash Town, the inflatable obstacle course
PARC’s Fifth Birthday Celebration is on Sunday 15 September, 1–5pm. In the five years since opening, PARC has provided almost $950,000 of value to local clubs and community groups and now employs around 300 people, with 70% of them local to Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula. “Contributing to the local community has been a focus of ours from day one, so being able to employ local people and support local community groups and clubs is a real privilege,” said Peninsula Leisure CEO Tim Gledhill. “The PARC in the Community program is central to our vision that ‘everyone in Frankston has the opportunity to be active’. We provide heavily subsidised PARC memberships for many local residents experiencing hardship and free access valued at almost $950,000 to local clubs and community groups,” said Tim. Every month, PARC provides vouchers and raffle items to up to 50 different groups, including kindergartens, local sporting clubs, scouts, primary schools, local associations and businesses. “We’ve also now welcomed over three million visitors to PARC since opening, and one million in the past financial year, which shows the positive impact PARC is having, supporting the local community to be more active and improve their health and wellbeing,” said Tim. All PARC’s profits are reinvested into community programs and facility upgrades, to ensure PARC remains an industry-leading facility that provides ongoing community benefit. Significant recent upgrades include additional car parks, new flooring and painting, sauna and steam room upgrades, new gym equipment and the introduction of virtual fitness and an online booking system. “These upgrades are essential to ensure we deliver exceptional customer experiences for all the community,” said Tim. Most recently named Victoria’s Best Health Club, PARC and Peninsula Leisure continue to lead the industry and have received nine industry awards since opening in September 2014:
  • Best Health Club (Victoria), 2018
  • Seasonal Facility Management Award – Pines Forest Aquatic Centre, 2018
  • Swim Teacher of the Year – Tabitha Cauchy, 2018
  • Swim Teacher of the Year – Alyssa Danger, 2017
  • Innovative Program Award for Splashy McSplash Town, 2017
  • Personal Trainer of the Year – Marcin Piotrowski, 2016
  • Facility Management Award – PARC, 2016
  • Duty Manager of the Year Award – Amber Fordyce, 2015
  • Swim Teacher Award – People with a Disability – Emma Hughes, 2015
PARC are also offering new members $0 joining fee and four weeks free when joining for 12 months. Speak to PARC reception for details.
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Meet Caz! 🚴‍♀️

Caz has been part of Team PARC since doors opened in 2014! She teaches RPM, Les Mills Shapes and Reformer Pilates.

Caz is passionate about creating classes that are FUN, welcoming and challenging for everyone, catering for all fitness levels. Her classes are all about good vibes, feeling included and having fun while you move. Her approachable style and supportive energy make it easy for everyone to feel seen, comfortable and part of the group.

Caz always loves to welcome new faces to her classes, so if you get the chance, book into one of her sessions and experience the fun for yourself!

#PARC #PARCFrankston #groupexercise #RPM #pilates

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Meet Caz! 🚴‍♀️ Caz has been part of Team PARC since doors opened in 2014! She teaches RPM, Les Mills Shapes and Reformer Pilates. Caz is passionate about creating classes that are FUN, welcoming and challenging for everyone, catering for all fitness levels. Her classes are all about good vibes, feeling included and having fun while you move. Her approachable style and supportive energy make it easy for everyone to feel seen, comfortable and part of the group. Caz always loves to welcome new faces to her classes, so if you get the chance, book into one of her sessions and experience the fun for yourself! #PARC #PARCFrankston #groupexercise #RPM #pilates

School Holidays start today! 🥳

We have your fun sorted these school holidays! With heaps of entertainment and activities on offer, PARC is the perfect place to escape the cold. Splash your way through a day of intergalactic family fun.

💫 Our inflatable obstacle course, Splash Island (bookings essential)
☄️ Rafter waterslides
👽 Aquatic Playground
🛰️ Scavenger hunt
🪐 Balloon entertainment and face painting
🚀 Prizes and giveaways

Our school holiday program will run from Monday 29 June – Friday 10 July. Visit our website to learn more about pricing and booking information.

#schoolholidays #PARC #PARCFrankston #Frankston #fun

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School Holidays start today! 🥳 We have your fun sorted these school holidays! With heaps of entertainment and activities on offer, PARC is the perfect place to escape the cold. Splash your way through a day of intergalactic family fun. 💫 Our inflatable obstacle course, Splash Island (bookings essential) ☄️ Rafter waterslides 👽 Aquatic Playground 🛰️ Scavenger hunt 🪐 Balloon entertainment and face painting 🚀 Prizes and giveaways Our school holiday program will run from Monday 29 June – Friday 10 July. Visit our website to learn more about pricing and booking information. #schoolholidays #PARC #PARCFrankston #Frankston #fun

Have you spotted our new mural in the Gym? 👀

We recently unveiled a new mural in the gym as part of our ongoing investment in enhancing key areas of the facility and improving the experience of our members and guests.

The design celebrates the connections which make our community so strong and the idea that progress isn`t always a straight line💙

If you haven’t already, be sure to check it out next time you’re in Centre.

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Have you spotted our new mural in the Gym? 👀 We recently unveiled a new mural in the gym as part of our ongoing investment in enhancing key areas of the facility and improving the experience of our members and guests. The design celebrates the connections which make our community so strong and the idea that progress isn't always a straight line💙 If you haven’t already, be sure to check it out next time you’re in Centre.

School`s out for the term! 🚀

Bookings for our inflatable obstacle course, Splash Island, are now open! If you’re looking to escape the cold these school holidays, PARC has the ultimate interstellar adventure for kids, big and small!

🪐 Sessions will run on weekdays of the school holidays from, Monday 29 June – Friday 10 July.

⭐️ Bookings are essential and open 3 days prior to sessions via our Customer Portal

Visit our website to learn more about pricing and booking information.

#PARC #parcfrankston #schoolholidays #schoolholidayfun #schoolsout

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School's out for the term! 🚀 Bookings for our inflatable obstacle course, Splash Island, are now open! If you’re looking to escape the cold these school holidays, PARC has the ultimate interstellar adventure for kids, big and small! 🪐 Sessions will run on weekdays of the school holidays from, Monday 29 June – Friday 10 July. ⭐️ Bookings are essential and open 3 days prior to sessions via our Customer Portal Visit our website to learn more about pricing and booking information. #PARC #parcfrankston #schoolholidays #schoolholidayfun #schoolsout

Have you heard about our Health Club Appointments?

💪 A PARC Start appointment is perfect for new members, to help set you up for success, and create a training plan to meet your goals.

🏋 Our PARC Check In appointments are designed to help you stay on track with your goals, address any questions or concerns you may have and provide you with expert advice to assist you in your movement journey.

Whether you’re looking for some help setting up a new training program, or just want to update your existing one, these appointments are perfect for members looking for tailored guidance.

Book your Health Club appointment via the Customer Portal or Xplor App today.

#PARCFrankston #PARC #Frankston

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Have you heard about our Health Club Appointments? 💪 A PARC Start appointment is perfect for new members, to help set you up for success, and create a training plan to meet your goals. 🏋 Our PARC Check In appointments are designed to help you stay on track with your goals, address any questions or concerns you may have and provide you with expert advice to assist you in your movement journey. Whether you’re looking for some help setting up a new training program, or just want to update your existing one, these appointments are perfect for members looking for tailored guidance. Book your Health Club appointment via the Customer Portal or Xplor App today. #PARCFrankston #PARC #Frankston

One week until school holidays start! 🤩

If you’re looking for the ultimate adventure to escape the winter weather, then jump on your rocketship and blast on down to PARC! Our giant inflatable obstacle course, Splash Island, is the perfect school holiday challenge for Aquanauts big and small, with its slippery slopes, slides and balancing beams.

🚀 Dates: Monday 29 June – Friday 10 July

💫 Time: Weekdays: 11:00am – 3:00pm (last session 2:30pm)

🪐 Cost: $6.50 per person (for Splash Island, plus pool entry)

🛸 Bookings: Required for Splash Island—reserve your spot through PARC’s Customer Portal.

Visit our website to learn more about pricing and booking information.

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One week until school holidays start! 🤩 If you’re looking for the ultimate adventure to escape the winter weather, then jump on your rocketship and blast on down to PARC! Our giant inflatable obstacle course, Splash Island, is the perfect school holiday challenge for Aquanauts big and small, with its slippery slopes, slides and balancing beams. 🚀 Dates: Monday 29 June – Friday 10 July 💫 Time: Weekdays: 11:00am – 3:00pm (last session 2:30pm) 🪐 Cost: $6.50 per person (for Splash Island, plus pool entry) 🛸 Bookings: Required for Splash Island—reserve your spot through PARC’s Customer Portal. Visit our website to learn more about pricing and booking information.

Happy International Yoga Day! 🧘‍♀️

Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or just a beginner, we are encouraging you to take some time today to embrace the practice of yoga and give yourself some time to relax, unwind and create that mind-body connection you deserve ✨

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Happy International Yoga Day! 🧘‍♀️ Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or just a beginner, we are encouraging you to take some time today to embrace the practice of yoga and give yourself some time to relax, unwind and create that mind-body connection you deserve ✨

When your Cycle bestie surprises you for your birthday! 🎈🥳

Eve got a lovely surprise when she arrived to her Cycle class this week, and found that her bike had been decorated! Shoutout to Sheryl for making her day so special!

It`s moments like these that show how wonderful our PARC community is 💙

#PARC #PARCFrankston

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When your Cycle bestie surprises you for your birthday! 🎈🥳 Eve got a lovely surprise when she arrived to her Cycle class this week, and found that her bike had been decorated! Shoutout to Sheryl for making her day so special! It's moments like these that show how wonderful our PARC community is 💙 #PARC #PARCFrankston

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