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You asked, we delivered – New strength equipment incoming!

We’re thrilled to announce some significant updates to our gym equipment, all driven by the feedback from our valued members and the Health and Fitness team. Your suggestions have been instrumental in shaping these changes, and we’ve made a substantial investment to ensure that your fitness experience is both top-notch and in line with what you’ve asked for. 

We’ve brought in state-of-the-art replacements and additions that cater directly to the needs and requests of our members. 

Here’s what’s new to the gym from 27 August (from left to right): 

  1. Replacement Calf Raise
  2. New Standing Leg Curl
  3. New Hack Squat
  4. New Leg Press

  1. Replacement Cable Machines (x2)
  2. Replacement Low Row
  3. Additional Smith Machine
  4. Additional 4 Station Connector
  5. New Reverse/Pec Fly Machine

To make room for the new equipment, we’ve retired some of the older ones that are showing signs of wear and tear, including two cable machines, an incline press, a decline bench press, a calf raise machine, and an outdated plate row machine. 

more machines, more space, less wait times 

One of the key benefits of this upgrade is the increased availability of machines, which should reduce your wait times during peak hours. By utilising previously unused space and adding a 4-station connector, we’re aiming to boost the number of available stations while maintaining smooth traffic flow in the gym.  

 

We’ve also added some highly requested pieces of equipment, such as an additional Smith machine, a new leg press, a hack squat, and a hip abduction/adduction machine. These additions are designed to offer more variety and functionality in your workouts. 

When is the new equipment coming? 

The refit will take place over two days, with the old equipment removed on the 26th and our new shiny machines coming in on the 27th, with some works continuing into the 28th. The gym floor will continue to be fully operational with minimal disruptions as our equipment is swapped out. 

Our commitment to you 

This equipment upgrade represents our commitment to investing in our services and providing the best possible gym experience for our members. We’re dedicated to helping more people in Frankston stay active and healthy, and these improvements can help us achieve our goal. 

We’d also like to extend a thank you for your patience as we bring the new equipment in. We’re excited for you to experience the enhanced gym space and can’t wait to see you making the most of the new equipment.  

 

Have any questions? Feel free to email healthandfitness@peninsulaleisure.com.au or chat to one of our friendly gym floor trainers when you’re in the Centre next. 

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More People Can Swim summer programs are back - and it’s FREE! 

This summer, Peninsula Leisure and Frankston City Council are helping more people in Frankston learn to swim and stay safe around water. 

Our More People Can Swim initiative offers fully subsidised programs for teens, kids, and families this January, who would otherwise not have access to water safety education or swimming lessons. 

💦 Build confidence in and around the water 
💦 Learn vital life-saving water skills 
💦 Join a fun, supportive community who is safer for summer 

Simply complete an Expression of Interest form for your preferred program on our website here: https://peninsulaleisure.com.au/can-swim/ 

☀️ Expressions of Interest are open throughout November 2025, for programs running in January 2026. 

💙 For questions, contact our friendly Can Swim team at can.swim@peninsulaleisure.com.au 

 #pinesfrankston #parcfrankston #frankstoncity
PARC’s Annual Christmas Giving Tree is back 🎄❤️

We’re proud to once again partner with Community Support Frankston to help families in need this Christmas. Over the years, our community’s generosity has been amazing - and this year, it’s needed more than ever! 
 
How you can help: 
🎁 Donate: Gifts and non-perishable items. Brand new toys and festive foods! 
📍 Where: Donation box near PARC reception 
📆 When: Donations cut off on Friday 12 December to allow time to distribute. 

Let’s spread joy and make this Christmas brighter for everyone in our local community! 

#PARCFrankston #ChristmasGivingTree #Christmasgiftdonations #christmasappeal
New! Instantly suspend your membership online via the Customer Portal

We’ve made managing your membership easier! From today, Tuesday 11 November, Full Access, Aquatic Access, and Active Life members can now suspend your memberships instantly through your Customer Portal - no forms, no waiting!

☑️ Instantly suspend your membership online
☑️ Manage your own suspension dates
☑️ Start your suspension immediately – no three-day wait

Want to learn how it works? We’ve put together a blog with step-by-step instructions and FAQs to guide you through. Read the full guide here: https://parc.peninsulaleisure.com.au/news/introducing-self-serve-suspensions/

We’re excited to bring you this new feature and hope it makes managing your membership even easier
VICSWIM Summer intensives are back for 2026 🏊

Give your kids a fun, intensive swim program this January at PARC or Pines! Perfect for ages 4–12, these lessons focus on swimming skills and water safety. 

🟢 PINES
Week 1:  1: 5–9 January, 8.00am - 3.00pm
Week 2: 12 - 16 January, 8.30am - 1.00pm

🔵 PARC
 Week 3: 19–23 January, 8:30am–1pm 
 
Cost: $43 per week (5 lessons included) 
Bookings open from 10am this Wednesday 12 November. These spots won’t last! 

Visit VICSWIM's website to secure your child's spot - www.vicswim.com.au 

#PARCfrankston #vicswim #swimminglessons #watersafetyskills #watersafety

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