Special Events
Yoga for Resilience - Hyatt
Join us for a free yoga session on the first and third Fridays of every month!
Yoga, a combination of streches and breathing exercises, is incredibly benifical for overall health, as it can improve sleep, physical strength, flexibility, and mental health!
So, whether you frequent our other events or are simply a newcomer, we’d love to have you at our yoga event!
City2Surf Training Run #4
City2Surf Training Runs 🏃♂️
We’re running 7 sessions in the lead-up to City2Surf.
📅 Dates
Sunday 31 May
Sunday 7 June
Sunday 14 June
Sunday 21 June
Sunday 28 June
Sunday 5 July
Sunday 12 July
Sunday 19 July (Hill session from the Jetty)
Sunday 26 July
Sunday 2 August
⏱ Time: 7:30am (1 hour)
📍 Start: The Dock
Easy, steady runs. All fitness levels welcome.
We’ll grab a coffee after.
These are about building fitness, meeting the crew, and arriving at the start line ready.
Pacer Week at Woden Town parkrun
Woden Town parkrun Inaugural Pacer Week 🏃
Join us for the first ever Pacer Week at Woden Town Parkrun on Saturday 27 June 2026 at 8:00am.
Whether you’re chasing a PB, getting back into running, or just want help finding a steady rhythm, they’ll have pacers across a range of times so you can lock into a pace that suits you.
Pacers available for:
18, 19, 20, 22, 25, 27, 30, 32, 35, 40, 45 and 50 minutes.
No pressure, no stress. Just turn up, find your pace, and enjoy the run.
📍 Woden Town Parkrun
🗓️ Saturday 27 June 2026
🕗 8:00am start
Pacers at every pace.
City2Surf Training Run #5
City2Surf Training Runs 🏃♂️
We’re running 7 sessions in the lead-up to City2Surf.
📅 Dates
Sunday 31 May
Sunday 7 June
Sunday 14 June
Sunday 21 June
Sunday 28 June
Sunday 5 July
Sunday 12 July
Sunday 19 July (Hill session from the Jetty)
Sunday 26 July
Sunday 2 August
⏱ Time: 7:30am (1 hour)
📍 Start: The Dock
Easy, steady runs. All fitness levels welcome.
We’ll grab a coffee after.
These are about building fitness, meeting the crew, and arriving at the start line ready.
Frankies at Forde - 1st Birthday!
It’s been a year since we launched our first northside run, so we’re celebrating Frankies at Forde X R4R’s 1st birthday!
Come and join us in front of Frankies at 3pm for your usual run or walk around Yerrabi pond and then meet back at Frankies for a drink and chat!
Hope to see you all there!
Yoga for Resilience - 2nd B’day!
Join us for a free yoga session on the first friday of every month!
Yoga, a combination of streches and breathing exercises, is incredibly benifical for overall health, as it can improve sleep, physical strength, flexibility, and mental health!
So, whether you frequent our other events or are simply a newcomer, we’d love to have you at our yoga event!
Yoga for Resilience - Hyatt
Join us for a free yoga session on the first and third Fridays of every month!
Yoga, a combination of streches and breathing exercises, is incredibly benifical for overall health, as it can improve sleep, physical strength, flexibility, and mental health!
So, whether you frequent our other events or are simply a newcomer, we’d love to have you at our yoga event!
Sunrise at R4R!
Channel 7’s Sunrise is coming to R4R! 🌅
On Monday 27th July, we’re excited to have the Sunrise team joining us at Running for Resilience!
We’ll also be joined by Australian of the Year Katherine Bennell-Pegg, plus Yoga for Resilience will also be on thanks to The Healthy Tradie Project.
And yes… Channel 7 is shouting coffee after ☕️
So if you’ve ever wanted your face on national TV, this is your chance! 😄
Volunteer First Aid Training
Volunteer First Aid Training
Running for Resilience volunteers are invited to attend a First Aid Training session hosted by St John Ambulance ACT.
The session will cover practical first aid skills to help volunteers feel more confident responding to incidents at Running for Resilience events and in everyday life. This is a great opportunity to build your skills and knowledge while helping us create a safer community.
Date: Wednesday 29 July 2026
Time: TBC
Location: The Dock, Kingston
Further details, including venue and registration information, will be provided closer to the event.
If you have any questions, please contact hello@runningforresilience.com
Yoga for Resilience
Join us for a free yoga session on the first friday of every month!
Yoga, a combination of streches and breathing exercises, is incredibly benifical for overall health, as it can improve sleep, physical strength, flexibility, and mental health!
So, whether you frequent our other events or are simply a newcomer, we’d love to have you at our yoga event!
City2Surf
Experience one of the world’s most iconic courses at City2Surf! Start your 14km journey in the heart of Sydney’s bustling CBD and finish at the world-famous Bondi Beach. Begin at the intersection of Park and College Streets, race downhill on William Street, and pass through the Kings Cross Tunnel. Enjoy the scenic route along New South Head Road, through Rose Bay, and tackle the infamous Heartbreak Hill, presented by AIA. Take in the stunning views as you turn at Vaucluse onto Old South Head Road and Military Road. Finish strong with a turnaround at Curlewis Street and cross the finish line on Queen Elizabeth Drive at Bondi Beach.
Volunteer Training Session
This session is for anyone new to Running for Resilience, current volunteers, or anyone considering getting involved.
It’s designed to welcome you into the community and give you everything you need to feel confident stepping into a volunteer role.
As R4R has grown, it’s important that everyone is clear on how things run, what their role is, and how we support each other.
In this free session, we’ll cover:
• how our Wednesday nights and other events operate
• what your role looks like as a volunteer
• expectations, safety, and escalation pathways
This session is focused purely on volunteering.
A separate Mental Health Training session with the Medicare Mental Health Centre will be held on Wednesday 26th August.
No registration needed. Just come along and we’ll get you set up.
When: 7pm, Wednesday 12th August
Where: Local Press Café (next to The Dock), right after R4R
Mental Health Training
This session is for anyone volunteering with Running for Resilience or thinking about getting involved.
As R4R grows, it’s important our volunteers feel confident looking after themselves and others.
This session, delivered by the Medicare Mental Health Centre (MMHC), will focus on:
Spotting yellow and red flags in yourself
Recognising when others might be struggling
Knowing how to respond and connect people with support
Whether you’re new, already involved, or just curious, come along.
Yoga for Resilience
Join us for a free yoga session on the first friday of every month!
Yoga, a combination of streches and breathing exercises, is incredibly benifical for overall health, as it can improve sleep, physical strength, flexibility, and mental health!
So, whether you frequent our other events or are simply a newcomer, we’d love to have you at our yoga event!
R4R Greenway 1st B’day
Kick off the new Greenway route on September 19h at 6am with a friendly community run/walk. Stick around after for free coffees thanks to the team at Two Before Ten.
Tennis for Resilience - SEASON 2 LAUNCH
Tennis for Resilience is back for a second season thanks to Tennis ACT!
We’ll be running for 8 weeks, finishing Friday 6 November.
More details to follow.
Yoga for Resilience
Join us for a free yoga session on the first friday of every month!
Yoga, a combination of streches and breathing exercises, is incredibly benifical for overall health, as it can improve sleep, physical strength, flexibility, and mental health!
So, whether you frequent our other events or are simply a newcomer, we’d love to have you at our yoga event!
Volunteer First Aid Training
Volunteer First Aid Training
Running for Resilience volunteers are invited to attend a First Aid Training session hosted by St John Ambulance ACT.
The session will cover practical first aid skills to help volunteers feel more confident responding to incidents at Running for Resilience events and in everyday life. This is a great opportunity to build your skills and knowledge while helping us create a safer community.
Date: Wednesday 14th October
Time: TBC
Location: The Dock, Kingston
Further details, including venue and registration information, will be provided closer to the event.
If you have any questions, please contact hello@runningforresilience.com
Strolling 4 Resilience - 3rd Birthday!
It’s Strolling 4 Resilience’s third year anniversary! 🥳
Woohoo! Already been three years since we started our strolls on Thursday mornings at The Dock! Come along on Thursday the 15th to celebrate with your usual stroll starting at 10:30am, then meet back at the starting point for chats, or grab a drink/a bite to eat! 🍕🍺
Excited to see you and celebrate! 🎊
Yoga for Resilience
Join us for a free yoga session on the first friday of every month!
Yoga, a combination of streches and breathing exercises, is incredibly benifical for overall health, as it can improve sleep, physical strength, flexibility, and mental health!
So, whether you frequent our other events or are simply a newcomer, we’d love to have you at our yoga event!
Volunteer Training Session
This session is for anyone new to Running for Resilience, current volunteers, or anyone considering getting involved.
It’s designed to welcome you into the community and give you everything you need to feel confident stepping into a volunteer role.
As R4R has grown, it’s important that everyone is clear on how things run, what their role is, and how we support each other.
In this free session, we’ll cover:
• how our Wednesday nights and other events operate
• what your role looks like as a volunteer
• expectations, safety, and escalation pathways
This session is focused purely on volunteering.
A separate Mental Health Training session with the Medicare Mental Health Centre will be held on Wednesday 26th August.
No registration needed. Just come along and we’ll get you set up.
When: 7pm, Wednesday 11th November
Where: Local Press Café (next to The Dock), right after R4R
Mental Health Training
This session is for anyone volunteering with Running for Resilience or thinking about getting involved.
As R4R grows, it’s important our volunteers feel confident looking after themselves and others.
This session, delivered by the Medicare Mental Health Centre (MMHC), will focus on:
Spotting yellow and red flags in yourself
Recognising when others might be struggling
Knowing how to respond and connect people with support
Whether you’re new, already involved, or just curious, come along.
Yoga for Resilience
Join us for a free yoga session on the first friday of every month!
Yoga, a combination of streches and breathing exercises, is incredibly benifical for overall health, as it can improve sleep, physical strength, flexibility, and mental health!
So, whether you frequent our other events or are simply a newcomer, we’d love to have you at our yoga event!
R4R’s 7th Birthday
Running for Resilience is turning 7! Join us to celebrate on Wednesday, 10th December, at 6:00pm at The Dock. Bring a friend (and some cakes if you’d like!) and help us toast to seven years of resilience, community, and well-being. Can’t wait to see you there!
PS: Bring cake!
New Years Eve Run & Picnic
Kick off your New Year’s Eve with the R4R run at 6pm from The Jetty, followed by a picnic and celebrations. Enjoy the 9pm fireworks with the family or stay until midnight to welcome the new year – kids welcome!
R4R Newcastle 1st B’day
We’re turning one 🎉
Join us to celebrate the first birthday of Running for Resilience Newcastle.
This is a chance to mark a year of showing up, moving together, and building real connection. You’re welcome to run or walk, then hang around to celebrate at the Customs House Hotel.
When: Wednesday 6 January 2027
Time: 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Where: Customs House Hotel, Newcastle
No pressure. Just movement and community.
Bring a mate. All welcome.
City2Surf Training Run #3
City2Surf Training Runs 🏃♂️
We’re running 7 sessions in the lead-up to City2Surf.
📅 Dates
Sunday 31 May
Sunday 7 June
Sunday 14 June
Sunday 12 July
Sunday 19 July (Hill session from the Jetty)
Sunday 26 July
Sunday 2 August
⏱ Time: 7:30am (1 hour)
📍 Start: The Dock
Easy, steady runs. All fitness levels welcome.
We’ll grab a coffee after.
These are about building fitness, meeting the crew, and arriving at the start line ready.
City2Surf Training Run #2
City2Surf Training Runs 🏃♂️
We’re running 6 sessions in the lead-up to City2Surf.
📅 Dates
Sunday 31 May
Sunday 7 June
Sunday 12 July
Sunday 19 July
Sunday 26 July
Sunday 2 August
⏱ Time: 7:30am (1 hour)
📍 Start: The Dock
Easy, steady runs. All fitness levels welcome.
We’ll grab a coffee after.
These are about building fitness, meeting the crew, and arriving at the start line ready.
Racquet for Resilience
Racquet for Resilience 🎾
Come join us for a fun afternoon of Pickleball and Padel thanks to the legends at Canberra Racquet Club. Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned player, everyone's welcome.
Date: Saturday 6th June
Time: 3pm – 5pm
Format: 2-hour session with 15-minute rotational games (~90 minutes of play time)
For just $10 you'll get:
2 hours of Padel or Pickleball
Social games + coaching tips
Free 15-min shoulder strength and mobility consultations from Hybrid Athletic
To join, download and sign up to the Playtomic app using one of the links below.
Spots are limited, so get in quick!
Links:
Pickleball Only: click here
Padel Only: click here
Yoga for Resilience
Join us for a free yoga session on the first friday of every month!
Yoga, a combination of streches and breathing exercises, is incredibly benifical for overall health, as it can improve sleep, physical strength, flexibility, and mental health!
So, whether you frequent our other events or are simply a newcomer, we’d love to have you at our yoga event!
Recovery for Resilience
Come recover 5pm this Sunday at Canberra’s biggest and best recovery centre at RESET in Fyshwick.
We’ll have:
🔥 Saunas
🧊 Cold plunges
♨️ Magnesium spa
🗣️ Good people and good chats
The session is FREE, so if you’ve been keen to try recovery but didn’t want to do it alone, this is a great place to start.
All you need to do is join the Recovery WhatsApp group below and let us know you’re coming.
See you there!
City2Surf Training Run #1
City2Surf Training Runs 🏃♂️
We’re running 5 sessions in the lead-up to City2Surf.
📅 Dates
• Sun 31 May
• Sun 12 July
• Sun 19 July
• Sun 26 July
• Sun 2 August
⏱ Time: 7:30am (1 hour)
📍 Start: The Dock
Easy, steady runs. All fitness levels welcome.
We’ll grab a coffee after.
These are about building fitness, meeting the crew, and arriving at the start line ready.
Tennis for Resilience - FINAL SESSION
Thanks to Tennis ACT, we now have Tennis for Resilience for the next 10 Fridays. It’s free and open to all ages and abilities.
Program dates: Every Friday starting 13 March
Time: 4:00pm – 5:30pm
Location: Barton Tennis Club
Sessions are beginner-friendly and include:
POP Tennis
Traditional tennis
Modified balls (orange or green) suited to newer players
No experience needed. Just show up and have a hit.
From 5:30pm, participants are invited to The Dock for a relaxed drink and connection.
Each week, one participant will receive a Prize Pack provided by Tennis ACT:
1 × Babolat racquet
12-month club membership (venue of choice)
10-pack Cardio Tennis lessons at Tennis World
$50 Dock voucher
1 × can of tennis balls
Whether you’re picking up a racquet for the first time or returning to the court, this program is about feeling better, not playing perfect.
Tennis for Resilience
Thanks to Tennis ACT, we now have Tennis for Resilience for the next 10 Fridays. It’s free and open to all ages and abilities.
Program dates: Every Friday starting 13 March
Time: 4:00pm – 5:30pm
Location: Barton Tennis Club
Sessions are beginner-friendly and include:
POP Tennis
Traditional tennis
Modified balls (orange or green) suited to newer players
No experience needed. Just show up and have a hit.
From 5:30pm, participants are invited to The Dock for a relaxed drink and connection.
Each week, one participant will receive a Prize Pack provided by Tennis ACT:
1 × Babolat racquet
12-month club membership (venue of choice)
10-pack Cardio Tennis lessons at Tennis World
$50 Dock voucher
1 × can of tennis balls
Whether you’re picking up a racquet for the first time or returning to the court, this program is about feeling better, not playing perfect.
Yoga for Resilience - Hyatt
Join us for a free yoga session on the first and third Fridays of every month!
Yoga, a combination of streches and breathing exercises, is incredibly benifical for overall health, as it can improve sleep, physical strength, flexibility, and mental health!
So, whether you frequent our other events or are simply a newcomer, we’d love to have you at our yoga event!
Crusade for Connor
Crusade for Connor is returning in 2026 to continue building Connor’s legacy and supporting NeuRA’s research into schizophrenia.
Date: Saturday 9 May 2026
Time: 11:00am
Location: The Dock, Kingston
Choose either a 5km walk or 10km run.
About the event
Over the past three years, Crusade for Connor has brought people together to honour Connor’s legacy and support important research into schizophrenia.
This year’s event will be a 5km walk or 10km run from The Dock in Kingston. Everyone is welcome. Walk, run, donate, or just show up.
Supporting NeuRA
We’re very appreciative of everyone’s generosity over the past three years. If you’re able to donate this year, all proceeds will continue supporting Neuroscience Research Australia and its research into schizophrenia.
NeuRA’s work is focused on understanding the underlying causes of Schizophrenia and finding new treatments that improve quality of life for people affected.
Why this matters
Schizophrenia is a mental disorder characterised by a disconnection from reality. It affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves.
It often emerges in adolescence or young adulthood and affects around 1 in 100 people in Australia and worldwide.
Lifeline Gala
What do you need to do now?
💙 Save the date for an unforgettable night
💙 Secure your table/tickets. Contact events@act.lifeline.org.au to be the first to know when tickets go on sale
💙 Let us know if you have any items you would like to donate for auction
We cannot wait to celebrate the highlight of our event calendar alongside you.
Let's make a difference together and support our community through the 13 11 14 crisis support line.
Tennis for Resilience
Thanks to Tennis ACT, we now have Tennis for Resilience for the next 10 Fridays. It’s free and open to all ages and abilities.
Program dates: Every Friday starting 13 March
Time: 4:00pm – 5:30pm
Location: Barton Tennis Club
Sessions are beginner-friendly and include:
POP Tennis
Traditional tennis
Modified balls (orange or green) suited to newer players
No experience needed. Just show up and have a hit.
From 5:30pm, participants are invited to The Dock for a relaxed drink and connection.
Each week, one participant will receive a Prize Pack provided by Tennis ACT:
1 × Babolat racquet
12-month club membership (venue of choice)
10-pack Cardio Tennis lessons at Tennis World
$50 Dock voucher
1 × can of tennis balls
Whether you’re picking up a racquet for the first time or returning to the court, this program is about feeling better, not playing perfect.
Tennis for Resilience
Thanks to Tennis ACT, we now have Tennis for Resilience for the next 10 Fridays. It’s free and open to all ages and abilities.
Program dates: Every Friday starting 13 March
Time: 4:00pm – 5:30pm
Location: Barton Tennis Club
Sessions are beginner-friendly and include:
POP Tennis
Traditional tennis
Modified balls (orange or green) suited to newer players
No experience needed. Just show up and have a hit.
From 5:30pm, participants are invited to The Dock for a relaxed drink and connection.
Each week, one participant will receive a Prize Pack provided by Tennis ACT:
1 × Babolat racquet
12-month club membership (venue of choice)
10-pack Cardio Tennis lessons at Tennis World
$50 Dock voucher
1 × can of tennis balls
Whether you’re picking up a racquet for the first time or returning to the court, this program is about feeling better, not playing perfect.
Yoga for Resilience
Join us for a free yoga session on the first friday of every month!
Yoga, a combination of streches and breathing exercises, is incredibly benifical for overall health, as it can improve sleep, physical strength, flexibility, and mental health!
So, whether you frequent our other events or are simply a newcomer, we’d love to have you at our yoga event!
Mental Health Training
This session is for anyone volunteering with Running for Resilience or thinking about getting involved.
As R4R grows, it’s important our volunteers feel confident looking after themselves and others.
This session, delivered by the Medicare Mental Health Centre (MMHC), will focus on:
Spotting yellow and red flags in yourself
Recognising when others might be struggling
Knowing how to respond and connect people with support
Whether you’re new, already involved, or just curious, come along.
Anzac Day Dawn Service and Run
Anzac Day at The Dock with Running for Resilience
Join us for a special morning as we stop, reflect, and pay respect.
Here’s what happening:
🌅 Dawn Service – Starts at 5:30am (coffee van from 5:00am)
🏃♀️ Running for Resilience – Anzac Edition – Straight after the service with the fire-up speech from Foreshore local Sam Schumacher.
🍳 Breakfast – Served at The Dock and Local Press Cafe, right next door
All welcome so come early, bring a friend, and start Anzac Day right.
Cookie Monster Run for Bravery Trek
The Bakers Run – Supporting Bravery Trust
In partnership with Coles and the ANZAC Biscuit Fundraiser
Join us on Wednesday 22 April for a full day of movement, mateship, and meaningful support for Bravery Trust, who provide emergency financial aid, counselling, and education to veterans, serving personnel, and their families.
🏃♂️ Morning: The Bakers Run
We’ll run from Coles Manuka to Coles Civic via the Australian War Memorial, carrying sacks of flour, oats, and sugar — symbolising the load others have carried for us, and the simple ways we can help in return.
📍 Meet at Coles Manuka – 6:30am
🏃♀️ Run via Telopea Park and ANZAC Parade
📸 Photo stop & presentation at the War Memorial
🏁 Finish at Coles Civic around 8:00am, done by 8:30am
🌇 Evening: R4R – Bravery Trust Edition
At our regular Wednesday night R4R run, we’ll continue the theme of service and support. Every runner will receive a Coles ANZAC Biscuit post-run, in recognition of the Bravery Trust and the ongoing support from Coles.
📍 Meet at Arc de Resilience, Eastlake Parade, Kingston – 5:45pm
🏃♂️ Run starts at 6:00pm | Finished by 7:00pm
🍪 ANZAC Biscuits for all runners at the finish
Come run with us and support a great cause.
Racquet for Resilience
Racquet for Resilience 🎾
Come join us for a fun afternoon of Pickleball and Padel thanks to the legends at Canberra Racquet Club. Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned player, everyone's welcome.
Date: Saturday 18th April
Time: 3pm – 5pm
Format: 2-hour session with 15-minute rotational games (~90 minutes of play time)
For just $10 you'll get:
2 hours of Padel or Pickleball
Social games + coaching tips
Free 15-min shoulder strength and mobility consultations from Hybrid Athletic
To join, download and sign up to the Playtomic app using one of the links below.
Spots are limited, so get in quick!
Links:
Pickleball Only: click here
Padel Only: click here
Yoga for Resilience - Hyatt
Join us for a free yoga session on the first and third Fridays of every month!
Yoga, a combination of streches and breathing exercises, is incredibly benifical for overall health, as it can improve sleep, physical strength, flexibility, and mental health!
So, whether you frequent our other events or are simply a newcomer, we’d love to have you at our yoga event!
Volunteer Training Session
This session is for anyone new to Running for Resilience, current volunteers, or anyone considering getting involved.
It’s designed to welcome you into the community and give you everything you need to feel confident stepping into a volunteer role.
As R4R has grown, it’s important that everyone is clear on how things run, what their role is, and how we support each other.
In this free session, we’ll cover:
• how our Wednesday nights and other events operate
• what your role looks like as a volunteer
• expectations, safety, and escalation pathways
This session is focused purely on volunteering.
A separate Mental Health Training session with the Medicare Mental Health Centre will be held on Wednesday 29th April.
No registration needed. Just come along and we’ll get you set up.
When: 7pm, Wednesday 15th April
Where: Local Press Café (next to The Dock), right after R4R
The Canberra Times Marathon Festival
Join the oldest city marathon in Australia at The Canberra Times Marathon Festival on 13 April 2025! This prestigious event features five distances showcasing the beautiful scenery of Australia's Capital City.
Choose from the AIMS-certified Marathon, Half Marathon, and 10K courses, or enjoy the 5.4K and Kids' 2K fun run. All races start near Old Parliament House, offering stunning views of the National Triangle and Lake Burley Griffin.
No matter your level, there's something for everyone. Celebrate running in Canberra and receive a FREE finisher t-shirt.
Yoga for Resilience
Join us for a free yoga session on the first friday of every month!
Yoga, a combination of streches and breathing exercises, is incredibly benifical for overall health, as it can improve sleep, physical strength, flexibility, and mental health!
So, whether you frequent our other events or are simply a newcomer, we’d love to have you at our yoga event!
Fun Run Pink: Canberra
The Fun Run Pink is a part of the Ramsey Health Care Triathlon. Although the triathlons are women only, there are fun runs for all genders and ages!
Choose from the following distances: 1km, 2.5km, 5km, and 10km.
For more information, click below and sign up!
Racquet for Resilience
Racquet for Resilience 🎾
Come join us for a fun morning of Pickleball and Padel thanks to the legends at Canberra Racquet Club. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned player, everyone’s welcome.
Date: Sunday 15th March
Time: 7am – 8:30am
Format: 90-minute session
For just $10 you’ll get:
90 minutes of Padel or Pickleball
Social games + coaching tips
To join, download and sign up to the Playtomic app using one of the links below.
Spots are limited to 24, so get in quick!
Links:
Padel Only: click here
Tennis for Resilience
Thanks to Tennis ACT, we now have Tennis for Resilience for the next 10 Fridays. It’s free and open to all ages and abilities.
Program dates: Every Friday starting 13 March
Time: 4:00pm – 5:30pm
Location: Barton Tennis Club
Sessions are beginner-friendly and include:
POP Tennis
Traditional tennis
Modified balls (orange or green) suited to newer players
No experience needed. Just show up and have a hit.
From 5:30pm, participants are invited to The Dock for a relaxed drink and connection.
Each week, one participant will receive a Prize Pack provided by Tennis ACT:
1 × Babolat racquet
12-month club membership (venue of choice)
10-pack Cardio Tennis lessons at Tennis World
$50 Dock voucher
1 × can of tennis balls
Whether you’re picking up a racquet for the first time or returning to the court, this program is about feeling better, not playing perfect.
Hands Across Canberra – Canberra Day Appeal
Canberra Day Appeal Fun Run 2026
Monday 9 March 2026
Lennox Gardens District Park, Yarralumla
Join the Canberra Day Appeal Fun Run and help raise funds for Hands Across Canberra, supporting local charities across the ACT.
This is a community event for all ages and abilities. You can run or walk and take part as an individual, with friends, or as a family.
Event Overview
Location
Lennox Gardens District Park, located off Flynn Dr, Yarralumla.
Purpose
The Fun Run is part of the Canberra Day Appeal, which runs for the month leading up to Canberra Day and raises vital funds for local charities.
All proceeds from the event go directly to the appeal.
Event Details
Distances and start times
10km – 8:00 am
5km – 8:15 am
Entry fees
10km – $45
5km – $35
Minimum age
10km: 13 years
5km: No minimum age. Children under 13 must be accompanied by a guardian.
Families and kids
This event is family-friendly. You’re welcome to walk or run together.
Cut-off time
Race timing concludes at 11:30 am. Participants must finish by this time.
Registrations
Registrations close Sunday 8 March at 4:00 pm.
No on-the-day entries will be accepted.
Come along, move your body, and support the Canberra community.
Yoga for Resilience
Join us for a free yoga session on the first friday of every month!
Yoga, a combination of streches and breathing exercises, is incredibly benifical for overall health, as it can improve sleep, physical strength, flexibility, and mental health!
So, whether you frequent our other events or are simply a newcomer, we’d love to have you at our yoga event!
Denman x R4R - 1st Birthday!
Come along and celebrate the first anniversary of the Denman x R4R launch. It’s been a great year of evening runs and being part of the R4R community.
A huge thanks to the team at Two Before Ten for helping make this happen.
We’ll kick off at 6:00 pm as usual, then head back to Denman Kitchen to celebrate with a drink and a chat with your mates 🍻
Come for the run. Stay for the community.
See you there 🥳
R4R Gala 2026
🎉✨2026 R4R Gala
Join Running For Resilience for an amazing evening at our third annual Gala!
📅 Date: Saturday, 28 February 2026
🚤 Location: Aboard the "Love Boat" on Lake Burley Griffin, leaving from the The Dock
⏰ Time:
Pre-event gathering at The Dock from 4 PM
Boarding at 5 PM, returns at 9 PM
Post-event gathering at The Dock until close
🍴 Inclusions:
Delicious canapés and grazing boards
A welcome drink at The Dock / Love Boat
Entry into an exclusive lucky door prizes
Additional giveaways supported by local businesses
💸 Tickets: $132.90 per person (including booking fees)
📩 Secure Your Spot: Limited capacity – only 90 tickets available!
👗 Dress Code: Smart casual
💡 Additional Notes:
A stop at the jetty is planned around 8:00–8:30 PM for guests who need to disembark early.
Please provide dietary requirements during the booking process.
For your listening pleasure, please add a song request.
This special evening is for you, our amazing community!
We are grateful for the generosity of our local sponsors contributing to our giveaways —details to come!