August 2020

Spring is here and a perfect time to review whether the promise to yourself in regards to wellbeing and exercising more is on track. COVID 19 hasn’t helped but it’s not too late to get exercising. In conjunction with Heart Foundation Walking, we have formed 4 groups to meet the needs of all ages and fitness levels. What’s even better, we have placed as much attention on the “after walk” social for those with the time to stay with the group just that little bit longer. Think cafes, smoothies, great conversation. Today it’s Gymea/Woronora/Taren Point-tomorrow, Kokoda!!! (When they let us back in of course)

• HOW TO REGISTER
  To learn more, go to Heart Foundation Walking. By entering 2227 into the postcode field, the Gymea Afternoon Pacers, Gymea Nature Walk, Gymea Finally Friday and Happy Healthy Whole Soles will appear. Follow the prompts and enrol directly through the site. Or, download the registration form HERE.
  If you’d like to get more information from our walk coordinators, contact Rowena Condon, rowena.condon@gcais.ngo.org.au or Lou Mitchell, marie-lou.mitchell@gcais.ngo.org.au.
• COST
  It’s Free to join the walk!!!! Additional costs to purchase the GCAIS walking t-shirt, water bottle and “after walk” activity.
• WHERE
  Our groups leave from a variety of locations. Go to What’s On for a full list of our groups
• DAYS and TIMES
  The What’s On will list all details. In summary:
  – Thursdays   9:30am from Lucy’s Cafe, Sylvania Waters or, 4:00pm from the Gymea Community Centre
  – Fridays        9:00am from the Gymea Community Centre or 8:30am from the Sutherland Tennis Courts, 112 The Grande Parade Sutherland.
  
  So, if you’ve been thinking about getting active and joining a group that focuses on health, well-being and socialisation, contact us today. Email either Rowena or Lou, visit our Centre at 39 Gymea Bay Rd Gymea or call us 0295249559. To find out more about our groups and this initiative, go to Heart Foundation Walking 

We recently applied to the Community Building Program to upgrade our facilities. With the vulnerability around COVID 19 and keeping both our Clients and Workers as safe as possible, we have asked for financial support to upgrade the kitchen facilities and front desk reception area. This will allow us to create additional  space and produce a more hygienic area where food etc is being handled.

We ask you support us by accessing the survey link below. Your vote must be processed by 5pm, 21st August 2020. The survey is less than 5 minutes to complete.

Thanks in advance for your support.

VOTE HERE

Be advised that our Centre will be operating under restricted opening hours due to the latest COVID 19 update.

From 10th August 2020, the Centre will be opened from 9:30am to 2:00pm. Our business will continue to operate between 9:00am to 5:00pm with workers being available by phone. The new hours will be in place indefinitely.

Existing appointments outside of these hours will still be accepted.

Contact us at Reception@gcais.ngo.org.au or 02 9524 9559 if you require additional information.

Are you missing Sydney’s iconic walks? City to Surf? Sutherland To Surf? If so, come and join us on 9th August for the virtual version of the Sutherland to Surf.

Starting point:
Outside unit 72, Sales Office Woolooware Shores Retirement Living Village, Alexander Ave Taren Point.
Route:
The groups will walk towards Shark Park i.e. the 2km group will walk 1 km and turn around, 5km group will walk 2.5km and turn around, 11km group will walk towards Cronulla Beach for 5.5kms and turnaround.
This route is very flat and suitable to  all levels
Refreshments:
Coffee and/or Lunch will be available at the Taren Point Bowling Club where tables will be booked to ensure social distancing. This will be at the walker’s cost
Time:
11kms group will commence at 9:30am
5kms group will commence at 10:30am
2km  group will commence at 10:45am
Cost:
$20 to register on the formal site (link below). Click “Join A Team” and enter ‘GCAIS Walkers’. Those experiencing financial hardship should email Joanne.cracknell@gcais.ngo.org.au and discuss registration possibilities.
Other:

• Each group will be led by an organiser
• All participants will be asked to join Heart Foundation Walking if they are not a current participant
• Social distancing will be practiced
• All participants should bring water, towel, sunscreen and hand sanitiser
  
  Registration
  https://sutherland2surf.com.au/. Choose “Join A Team” and enter “GCAIS Walkers” in the team name.

Once registered, email Joanne, Joanne.cracknell@gcais.ngo.org.au and advise you will be joining us.

For more information contact us on 02 95249559 or email Joanne.cracknell@gcais.ngo.org.au