Active Living free fitness classes
Our Active Living program offers free exercise and wellbeing classes delivered by qualified trainers.
When attending a class:
- Wear appropriate clothing and footwear
- Bring water, a towel and sun protection
- Arrive at least 5 minutes early to discuss any medical issues or limitations with your instructor.
Please note:
- Sessions may be cancelled at short notice due to unfavourable or unsafe weather conditions. Refer to our Active Living Facebook page for status changes; this web page is not updated for cancellations at short notice.
- Classes are not held on these public holidays: Australia Day, Anzac Day, Good Friday, Easter Saturday, Easter Sunday, Easter Monday, Labour Day, King’s Birthday, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.
For the latest information on classes, including cancellations, follow Cairns Active Living Program on Facebook.
Or download a printable Active Living timetable ( PDF, 0.4 MB ).
Active Living Program – Request for Tender
Cairns Regional Council is seeking submissions from experienced and enthusiastic activity providers to deliver physical activity sessions as part of the Active Living Program commencing February 2027.
The Active Living Program provides free and accessible, fitness, recreation and wellbeing activities in public places across the Cairns region, supporting community health, social connection and active lifestyles.
Council welcomes applications from suitably qualified providers interested in delivering activities that are inclusive, engaging and responsive to community needs. We are particularly interested in activities that support participation across diverse age groups, abilities, backgrounds and locations, helping more residents lead active, healthy and connected lives.
The current tender process provides an opportunity for both current and new providers to contribute to one of Council's longest running and most valued community programs.
Key Dates
Tender Opens: 29 October 2026
Tender Closes: 4:30pm Monday 23 November
Contract Period: 1 February 2027 to 23 December 2028
Tender documentation and application details are available below.
Cairns Active Living Program: Request for Tender
Cairns Active Living Program: Response Schedule
Get amongst it and get fitter at the Cairns Esplanade!
The classes provide an introduction to the sport and are suitable for all levels of fitness. The classes are run at numerous picturesque locations along the Esplanade. From Aqua Aerobics to Zumba Fitness, there is something for everyone to try.
Aqua Zumba
There are 2 Aqua Zumba classes each week.
When: Wednesdays, 5.30pm to 6.30pm & Saturdays 9am to 10am
Location: Lagoon
Splash your way into shape with an invigorating low-impact aquatic exercise. Known as the Zumba® "pool party", the Aqua Zumba program gives new meaning to the idea of a refreshing workout.
Integrating the Zumba philosophy with traditional aquatic fitness disciplines, Aqua Zumba® blends it all together into workout that's cardio-conditioning, body-toning, and most of all, exhilarating beyond belief.
Beach Volleyball
When: Tuesdays, 5.30pm to 6.30pm
Location: Cairns Esplanade Beach Volleyball Court
Want to learn to play Beach Volleyball, increase your skills, or just want to have a fun hour of sport? Elite coaches Joel and Luke lead this weekly clinic. The session combines skill training and play with groupings for all skill levels. Come on down and bash a ball!
Pilates
When: Thursdays, 6.30am to 7.30am
Location: Fogarty Park
Learn the basics of Pilates at the Fogarty Park soundshell at 6:30am on Thursday mornings. Please bring water, a towel and/or mat.
Sahaja Yoga Meditation
When: Saturdays, 7.30am to 8.30am
Location: Cairns Esplanade Eastern Event Lawn (next to Lagoon)
Enjoy the unique experience of Sahaja Meditation, relax and allow the power of the Kundalini energy to rise inside and be in a state of thoughtless awareness. Once the Kundalini is awakened inside it nourishes the seven chakras inside you and helps us have towards inner peace and improved physical, mental and spiritual well-being.
Please bring a mat or towel.
Seniors Exercise - RETURNING 9th of MARCH 2026
When: Mondays, 9.30am to 10.30am
Location: Fogarty Park
Seniors Fitness is a falls prevention program for older adults who may be at risk of falls in their home or in the wider community. The program is targeted to aid strength, balance, stability and functional movement.
Zumba Fitness
When: Tuesdays, 5.30pm to 6.30pm
Location: Fogarty Park
Zumba classes feature exotic rhythms set to high energy Latin and international beats. Before you know it you are getting fit and energy levels are soaring. It is easy to do, effective and totally exhilarating.
Zumba
When: Mondays, 5pm to 6pm
Location: Loridan Drive Park
Exercise is more fun when you are dancing! Zumba classes are aimed at all ages, genders and abilities. Zumba features exotic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and international beats.
Gentle Yoga
When: Thursdays 4.30pm
Location: Botanic Gardens Fitzalan Garden (Collins Avenue)
Gentle Yoga integrates all aspects of yoga and is suitable for all levels of fitness and beginners. It focuses on physical practices to heal, strengthen and enhance flexibility of the body and improve energy flows, breath and mindfulness techniques to gain control of the mind and relaxation to tap into internal peace and heart opening practices, meditation, philosophy and mantra to explore deeper aspects of your innermost self.
Please bring a mat or towel.
Qigong
When: Tuesdays 4:00pm
Location: Botanic Gardens Flecker Gardens (Collins Avenue)
Qigong is a mind-body practice that utilises postures, coordinated breaths, and intention setting. It’s one of these universal practices that can be applied in so many different ways. Through simple postures, deep breathing patterns, and intention setting, qigong is believed to promote a better flow of qi. With improved qi flow may come better health overall.
The program is suitable for all ages.
Chair Yoga
When: Mondays, 9am to 10am
Location: Down Park Community Hall, 53 Pyne St.
Sit down to get your body moving with Cairns Active Living Chair Yoga! Using a chair as a prop for support, chair yoga brings the benefits of yoga to seniors and people of all ages, mobility and fitness levels. Benefits of consistent yoga practice include reduced pain and stiffness, improved functional fitness, better balance, all of which lead to healthier, happier you.
Chairs are provided.
Zumba
When: Fridays, 5.30pm to 6.30pm
Location: Ravizza Park
Exercise is more fun when you are dancing! Zumba classes are aimed at all ages, genders and abilities. Zumba features exotic rhythms set to high energy Latin and international beats. Before you know it you are getting fit and energy levels are soaring. It is easy to do, effective and totally exhilarating.
Resistance Training for Metabolic Health*
When: Wednesdays, 7.30am to 8.30am
Location: Harald Falge Park
Resistance Training for Metabolic Health improves muscle strength and tone, which protects joints from injury. It improves your body's flexibility and balance while also increasing the muscle-to-fat ratio, allowing you to burn more calories while resting. In this class, you will use free weights, resistance bands, and your own body weight to perform exercises.
The sessions are suited for all ages and fitness levels.
Zumba Gold
When: Thursdays, 9:30am to 10:30am
Location: Bill Wakeham Park, Babinda
Zumba Gold is a fabulously fun fitness program that draws inspiration from exciting Latin and international dance styles.
It’s similar stylistically and musically to regular Zumba, but it’s performed at a lower intensity level to be more accessible to certain people. This modified version of Zumba is perfect for:
active older adults, beginners, individuals recovering from injury and pre and postnatal mothers.
Zumba Gold
When: Mondays 9am
Location: Norman Park
Zumba Gold is a low impact form of Zumba that is designed for older people, people recovering from injury, pre and postnatal mothers, and anyone else needing a lower impact form of exercise. Socialise with this Low impact dance exercise class, work on balance and coordination without even noticing.
Sunrise Yoga
When: Tuesdays, 7 am to 8 am
Location: Espanade (south end)
Sunrise yoga is a practice to build strength and flexibility for the body and mind. Every session begins and ends with a breath relaxation to cultivate mindfulness. Practising yoga first thing in the morning enhances joint mobility, flexibility and expands your energy ready for the day ahead. Sunrise yoga is suitable for all levels of fitness and beginners.
Chair Qi-Yoga
When: Wednesdays, 8.30 am to 9.30 am
Location: Trinity Beach Activity Space (Community Hall), 52 Trinity Beach Road.
Chair Qi Yoga supports the Active Living Program by encouraging gentle physical activity that improves mobility, balance, flexibility and circulation, while also promoting relaxation, stress reduction and mental wellbeing. Delivered in a supportive, inclusive setting, the class helps participants build confidence to move safely, stay active, and connect socially within their community.
The chair‑based format ensures the activity is accessible for all abilities, supporting healthier ageing, increased participation in physical activity, and improved overall quality of life.
Zumba
When: Thursdays, 5 pm to 6 pm
Location: Trinity Beach Activity Space (Community Hall), 52 Trinity Beach Road.
Exercise is more fun when you are dancing! Zumba classes are aimed at all ages, genders and abilities. Zumba features exotic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and international beats. Before you know it, you're getting fit and your energy levels are soaring. It is easy to do, effective and totally exhilarating.
Multi-Sports
When: Wednesdays, 5pm to 6 pm
Location: Khalu Park, Cavalcade St, White Rock.
Ready to level up your game? Multi-Sports is made for legends aged 8 to 17 who want to get active, make mates, and have a blast. You’ll jump into sports like AFL, basketball, and touch footy—learning new skills, playing in teams, and getting heaps of encouragement from awesome mentors. It’s all about having fun, building confidence, and being part of something epic. Whether you're a total beginner or already kicking goals, this is your chance to play hard, dream big, and back yourself.
Gentle Yoga
When: Wednesdays 6.30am
Location: Lake Placid, Recreational Reserve, Lake Placid Rd (End of road)
Gentle Yoga integrates all aspects of yoga and is suitable for all levels of fitness and beginners. It focuses on physical practices to heal, strengthen and enhance flexibility of the body and improve energy flows, breath and mindfulness techniques to gain control of the mind and relaxation to tap into internal peace and heart opening practices, meditation, philosophy and mantra to explore deeper aspects of your innermost self.
Please bring a mat or towel.
Upcoming Events
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Zumba Gold (Gordonvale)
FitnessThis is a recurring event but may not be run on public holidays.Monday 2 November 20269:00 amNorman Park, Gordonvale -
Chair Yoga
FitnessThis is a recurring event but may not be run on public holidays.Monday 2 November 20269:00 amDown Park Community Hall, Edmonton -
Seniors Exercise
FitnessThis is a recurring event but may not be run on public holidays.Monday 2 November 20269:30 amFogarty Park, Cairns City -
Zumba (Brinsmead)
FitnessThis is a recurring event but may not be run on public holidays.Monday 2 November 20265:00 pmLoridan Drive Park, Brinsmead -
Sunrise Yoga
FitnessThis is a recurring event but may not be run on public holidays.Tuesday 3 November 20267:00 amTrinity Beach Esplanade (south end) -
Qigong for Body, Mind and Spirit
FitnessThis is a recurring event but may not be run on public holidays.Tuesday 3 November 20264:00 pmFlecker Gardens, Botanic Gardens, Edge Hill -
Zumba (Cairns Esplanade)
FitnessThis is a recurring event but may not be run on public holidays.Tuesday 3 November 20265:30 pmFogarty Park, Cairns City -
Beach Volleyball
FitnessThis is a recurring event but may not be run on public holidays.Tuesday 3 November 20265:30 pmBeach Volleyball Court, Esplanade -
Gentle Yoga (Lake Placid)
FitnessThis is a recurring event but may not be run on public holidays.Wednesday 4 November 20266:30 amLake Placid Recreational area, at the end of Lake Placid Road -
Resistance Training for Metabolic Health
FitnessThis is a recurring event but may not be run on public holidays.Wednesday 4 November 20267:30 amHarald Flage Park, Manunda -
Chair Qi-Yoga
FitnessThis is a recurring event but may not be run on public holidays.Wednesday 4 November 20268:30 amTrinity Beach Community Activity Space, Trinity Beach Road -
Multi-Sports
FitnessThis is a recurring event but may not be run on public holidays.Wednesday 4 November 20265:00 pmKhalu Park, White Rock -
Aqua Zumba
FitnessThis is a recurring event but may not be run on public holidays.Wednesday 4 November 20265:30 pmCairns Lagoon, Esplanade -
Pilates
FitnessThis is a recurring event but may not be run on public holidays.Thursday 5 November 20266:30 amFogarty Park, Cairns City -
Zumba Gold (Babinda)
FitnessThis is a recurring event but may not be run on public holidays.Thursday 5 November 20269:30 amBill Wakeham, Babinda -
Gentle Yoga (Edge Hill)
FitnessThis is a recurring event but may not be run on public holidays.Thursday 5 November 20264:30 pmFitzalan Garden, Botanic Gardens, Edge Hill -
Zumba (Trinity Beach)
FitnessThis is a recurring event but may not be run on public holidays.Thursday 5 November 20265:00 pmTrinity Beach Community Activity Space, Trinity Beach Road -
Zumba (Edmonton)
FitnessThis is a recurring event but may not be run on public holidays.Friday 6 November 20265:30 pmRavizza Park, Edmonton -
Sahaja Yoga Meditation
FitnessThis is a recurring event but may not be run on public holidays.Saturday 7 November 20267:30 amEastern Events Lawn, Esplanade (Opposite Pier Shopping Centre) -
Aqua Zumba
FitnessThis is a recurring event but may not be run on public holidays.Saturday 7 November 20269:00 amCairns Lagoon, Esplanade
Last Updated: 29 October 2026
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