Active living
Being active supports physical health, mental wellbeing and social connection. The Mornington Peninsula offers many opportunities to move more, including walking, riding, rolling, dancing and exploring nature.
Active Mornington Peninsula is the Shire's online hub for health, wellbeing and physical activity. It connects residents with local programs, events, facilities and opportunities to be active, whether you're looking to join a fitness class, play sport, explore the outdoors or improve your overall wellbeing. Discover activities for all ages and abilities, find local clubs and recreation facilities, and stay up to date with community events that support healthy, active lifestyles across the Mornington Peninsula.
Become a qualified Bike Ed instructor and help children and adults develop the skills and confidence to ride safely.
This nationally recognised training is suitable for teachers, education support staff, community organisations and anyone interested in delivering bike education programs within the community.
View upcoming training sessions and register via Eventbrite.
Ride Her Way is a program delivered by Bayside Health Peninsula that supports women to build confidence riding a bike in a safe, welcoming and supportive environment.
The program includes practical bike riding skills, bike maintenance education and opportunities to connect with other women who are new to riding or returning to cycling after time away.
Whether you're learning for the first time, returning to riding or looking to gain confidence riding on local paths, Ride Her Way can help you get started.
Upcoming event:
Women's Bike Maintenance Workshop
The free workshop is hands-on and beginner friendly, designed to help participants keep their bikes clean, safe and running smoothly. Attendees will learn how to identify common issues, carry out simple maintenance and fix a flat tyre.
Date: Saturday 24 October
Time: 10am – 11.30am
Location: Capel Sound Community Hub, 11A Allambi Ave, Capel Sound
Further details including registration here
Discover the Mornington Peninsula's extensive network of cycling, walking and horse riding trails.
Whether you're looking for a family-friendly ride, a scenic coastal walk or an off-road adventure, there are trails to suit all ages and abilities. Explore local maps, trail information and accessibility details to help plan your next outdoor adventure.
Get involved and get moving this November!
Active Together is celebrating movement in all its forms this November.
Whether you walk, wheel, ride, dance, stretch, play or simply move as part of your everyday life, if you’re moving, you’re in!
Active Together encourages women, girls and the wider community to move in ways that feel comfortable, enjoyable and achievable.