Ipswich City Council

Activities for Young People

Physical Activity

The National Physical Activity Guidelines for Young People outline some simple guidelines and ways for parents and carers of young people to lead active lifestyles:

• Children between 5 and 12 years old need at least 60 minutes (and up to several hours) of moderate to vigorous physical activity every day
• Teens between 12 and 18 years old need at least 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity every day
• Young people should not spend more than two hours a day using electronic media for entertainment (eg computer games, TV, internet)

For more information and tips for leading an active lifestyle click the below

 National Physical Activity Recommendations For 5-12 Year Olds (PDF, 132 kb)

 National Physical Activity Recommendations For 12-18 Year Olds (PDF, 123 kb)

Healthy Eating

Healthy eating is an important component of leading a healthy lifestyle.  Here are some tips for maintaining a balanced diet:

• Go for 2 & 5 - try to eat 2 serves of fruit and 5 serves of vegetables every day
• Choose water as a drink
• Include plenty of milks, yoghurts, cheeses and/or alternatives to develop strong healthy bones
• Eat plenty of cereals (including breads, pasta, rice and noodles), preferably wholegrain

For more information and tips on healthy eating click the link below

 Dietary Guidelines For Children & Adolescents (PDF, 510 kb)

Activities & Events

Click on the links below to discover local free and low cost activities and events you can take part in for a healthy lifestyle! 

Or click on the below for a full schedule of regular activities that you can print out:

  Activities For Young People Table (PDF, 46 kb)

School Holidays

Ipswich City Council offers a range of free and low cost activities to keep kids healthy and entertained during school holidays, including the  Active Breaks (PDF, 506 kb) and Kids in the City programs. 

Fit & Fuelled Kids

Fit & Fuelled Kids is run by Ipswich City Council in primary schools to help children and parents lead healthy lifestyles.  Program activities include actively commuting to school, eating a healthy breakfast, participating in fun physical activities, and 'healthy lifestyle' workshops.  Applications for Fit and Fuelled Kids 2009 have now closed.  For more information about the program contact Mitch on (07) 3810 6666 or email healthy4life@ipswich.qld.gov.au.

Ipswich PCYC

Ipswich PCYC is a non-profit organisation which allows low affordable prices for activities which can otherwise be out of reach to parts of the community.  All the coaches and staff are fully trained and accredited in their respected activity / sport.  A yearly club  membership is compulsory and is currently $16.50 (Under 18), $27.50 (18 yrs +), $55.00 (family of 2 adults + all children under 18) for 2009.  All activities are conducted at the PCYC, Griffith Rd, Eastern Heights. 

For more information, phone (07) 3281 2547, email events@ipswichpcyc.org.au or visit http://www.ipswichpcyc.org.au/.

*Special Offer - Ipswich PCYC are offering a VIP Trial Membership which entitles the card holder to 3 visits at members rates*

Ipswich Community Youth Service

Ipswich Community Youth Service (ICYS) is a non-profit community organisation that operates an Out of School Hours Care activities program during school term for children aged 12-15 yrs old.  Sessions run Monday through to Thursdays each school week and include a variety of sports and activities.  There is generally no cost to take part, although there will be some costs for certain activities such as swimming. Available places are limited, so please book your place as soon as possible.

ICYS also operate their regular school holiday program, aimed at children aged 11-16 yrs old.  Activities include BBQ's, Bush Walks and daily trips to various locations and attractions.  Due to the content of the holiday program, a fee will be required to participate.

If you require any further information regarding either program, then please contact ICYS Youth Activities Co-ordinator, Bruce Foster on (07) 3812 1050 or email yas@icys.net.

AFL Summer Skills and Fitness Training

AFL is a fast paced fun sport that everyone can enjoy.  Come and learn how to play AFL in a safe and friendly environment.  Open to all boys and girls turning 12, 13 and 14, and boys turning 15 and 16 in 2009.

Physical Culture

Physical Culture is a program designed for girls and ladies to build confidence, good posture, strength, balance, fitness and flexibility through exercise and dance but most of all, fun!  For more information contact Julie on (07) 3202 5026, email wphysie@bigpond.com or visit http://www.westsidephysicalculture.com/. 

Belly Dance Classes

A fun session of music and dancing for girls under 13 years old by Dancing Tiger.

Camira/Springfield Community Centre

Check out the range of activities available at the Camira/Springfield Community Centre. Come along to meet new people in the community and get fit and healthy for 2009.  All activities are conducted at the Camira/Springfield Community Centre, 389 Old Logan Rd, Springfield.  Please call (07) 3818 0921 or email: cscommunitycentre@hotmail.com for more information. When calling the centre please ensure you call after 1pm. 

360 Degree Program

An after-school program for grades 8-10 that provides young people the opportunity to explore their interests while having fun.  Short courses are available on a variety of topics such as learn fitness training, screen printing and digital music.  Contact the UQ Boilerhouse on (07) 3381 1532 or boilerhouse@uq.edu.au or see 360 Degree Program for more information.

Tae Kwon Do - Camira/Springfield

Learn the art of Tae Kwon Do while improving your fitness and self defence skills!  Suitable for men, women and children of all ages, plus free trials and family discounts are available.

Sew Happy Lace Makers

Get together with friends or join in to meet new people in this social club of sewers and lace makers.

Further Information:

Contact Council on Ph (07) 3810 6666 or email healthy4life@ipswich.qld.gov.au to:

• Be added to the email list
• Provide feedback or suggestions
• Enquire about adding your organisation's activities into the program.  You may wish to add your details/activities to:

Ipswich Community Online

Ipswich Events Calendar

Ipswich Healthy 4 Life Events Calendar

Ipswich Healthy 4 Life Sporting Clubs Directory

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