Thriving in Motion - Exercise for Young People

Thriving in Motion - Exercise for Young People

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The mission of Thriving is to use exercise expertise to improve the health of kids & young people. We

As a not-for-profit Thriving has been made possible due to the support of School of Human Sciences at The University of Western Australia, Channel 7 Telethon Foundation and the generous donations from WA community.

Photos from Thriving in Motion - Exercise for Young People's post 04/06/2026

Movement works better together. Thriving Generations brings children and adults together through games, challenges, and movement, building connection, teamwork and wellbeing in the one session.

Our Term 2 program is running NOW at Yokine (Tuesdays 4–5pm until 28 July).

Term 3 starts at Balga in July - info session Monday 13 July. Is this for your family?
πŸ”— https://www.thrivinginmotion.org/enquire-online/

02/06/2026

There are programs that show up for young people when things are going well. And then there are the ones that stay when things get hard. Gianna has diagnoses of Down Syndrome, Epilepsy, Autism and anxiety. She joined our inclusive exercise programs in Perth in 2023.

Last year, she disengaged from school and stopped wanting to leave home. Thriving in Motion became the one place she still came to. Read her full story at the link πŸ”—https://www.thrivinginmotion.org/when-everything-else-fell-away/

25/05/2026

Something we've been working on for a while is finally here and we couldn't be more excited to share it with you.

We are launching the Thriving Collective, our new monthly giving community.

For 15 years, we've created spaces where young West Australians feel seen, supported, and empowered through movement. The Collective is how we keep those spaces open, week after week, term after term, all year long.

A monthly gift of any size holds a place for a young person who needs it. It lets us plan a full term instead of wondering about the next week. It means the next family who finds us can be told yes.

πŸ‘‰ Visit the link https://www.thrivinginmotion.org/donate-to-thriving-in-motion/ to become a founding member of the Thriving Collective.

πŸ‘‚Hear from more Bonnie and Grace...

22/05/2026

πŸ’¬ Meet another one of our wonderful Thriving in Motion participants...

"I just enjoy socialising while being able to do exercises at the same time. I enjoy being able to socialise and actually enjoy exercising."

That's the magic of Youth Moves β€” it's never just about exercise. It's about connection, community, and finding your people while you move your body. πŸ™Œ

And now we're bringing that same energy to Bunbury! If you know a young person aged 12–24 who'd love a welcoming, social, and active space β€” we'd love to see them there.

πŸ“ Fit for Life Studio, South West Sports Centre, Hay Park, Bunbury
πŸ”— Register here - https://www.thrivinginmotion.org/enquire-online/
πŸ“… Wednesday's 4.00pm - 5.00pm

20/05/2026

Youth Moves is heading south! 🌟

We are so excited to share that our Youth Moves program is now being delivered in Bunbury β€” and our Community Engagement Officer Ben is on the ground making it happen. πŸ’™

Youth Moves is all about connecting young people with the joy of movement in a way that feels safe, supportive, and genuinely fun. Seeing it grow into new communities like Bunbury is exactly what this work is all about.

We couldn't be more proud of Ben and the team for the relationships they are building down south. If you're in the Bunbury area and want to know more, get in touch, we'd love to connect! πŸ™Œ

πŸ“ Fit for Life Studio, South West Sports Centre, Hay Park, Bunbury
πŸ”— Register here - https://www.thrivinginmotion.org/enquire-online/
πŸ“… Wednesday's 4.00pm - 5.00pm

18/05/2026

πŸŽ‰ Thriving Generations starts THIS Tuesday in Yokine!

We’re so excited to launch our brand new intergenerational movement program designed to bring children and adults together through play, movement, and connection ❀️ From games and laughter to building confidence and friendships, Thriving Generations is all about creating joyful movement experiences for every generation.

πŸ“ Yokine Community Centre, 287 McDonald St
πŸ“… Tuesdays from 19 May
⏰ 4:00–5:00pm

There are still spots available for families and participants of all abilities. It's not too late to registerπŸ’›

Register your interest via the link at thrivinginmotion.org/enquire-online

15/05/2026

Ever wondered what a Youth Moves session actually looks like? πŸ‘€πŸ’›

It looks like this β€” young people moving at their own pace, laughing with each other, trying something new, and finishing up feeling good. No pressure, no competition, just a genuinely welcoming space to be active.

Our relaxed movement sessions are developed by exercise physiologists and living-experience experts, with inclusion at the heart of everything we do. Whether you're neurodivergent, disabled, q***r, or simply looking for a kinder way to exercise β€” there's a spot for you here.

And the best part? It's completely free, thanks to the support from Stan Perron Charitable Foundation and the Department of CITS πŸ™Œ

Youth Moves is coming to Bunbury β€” we'd love to see you there.

πŸ“ Fit for Life Studio, South West Sports Centre, Hay Park, Bunbury
πŸ“… Wednesday's 4.00pm - 5..00pm
πŸ’« https://www.thrivinginmotion.org/enquire-online/

12/05/2026

πŸ’¬ Hear from Arrow, one of our amazing Thriving in Motion participants...

"It gives me a space to exercise in a much more comfortable environment than school sports. I never felt like I could safely exercise in school sports or regular gyms β€” Thriving's been really helpful for that. And I like how I feel good after exercising too."

This is exactly why we do what we do. Every young person deserves a place where they feel safe, welcome, and free to move at their own pace β€” without judgment.

If you or someone you know has felt like exercise wasn't for them β€” we'd love to change that. Youth Moves is now coming to Bunbury! πŸŽ‰

πŸ“ Fit for Life Studio, South West Sports Centre, Hay Park, Bunbury
πŸ“… Wednesday's, 4.00pm - 5.00pm
πŸ”— Hit the link https://www.thrivinginmotion.org/enquire-online/ to register or email us at [email protected] for more information.

09/05/2026

πŸŽ‰ Big news, Bunbury β€” Youth Moves is coming to you!

We're launching our free weekly exercise program at the Fit for Life Studio, South West Sports Centre β€” and we'd love to see you there.

Youth Moves is a relaxed movement program developed by exercise physiologists and living-experience experts. It's designed with inclusion at its heart β€” welcoming neurodivergent and disabled young people, q***rfolk, and all young people aged 12–24. No pressure, no judgment. Just movement, community, and good vibes. πŸ’ͺ

πŸ“ Fit for Life Studio, South West Sports Centre, 1 Rotary Avenue, Hay Park, Bunbury
πŸ“… Wednesday's 4.00pm - 5.00pm
πŸ”— Register your interest β€” or share this post with a young person who'd love to get involved! πŸ™Œ https://www.thrivinginmotion.org/enquire-online/

08/05/2026

ONE SLEEP TO GO! πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ

Good luck to all the incredible runners and supporters gearing up Margaret River Ultra Marathon tomorrow! πŸ’ͺ

Thank you for taking on 80kms of sand, rocks, forests, trailsβ€”and likely a few blistersβ€”all to help raise funds for our vital exercise programs supporting children and young people in WA. πŸ™Œ

Not running? You can still make a differenceβ€”donate today and cheer from the sidelines! πŸ’™
Donation link in bio πŸ‘†

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Exercise & Sport Science/University Of Western
Perth, WA
6009

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 11am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 11am - 6:30pm
Thursday 11am - 6:30pm
Friday 11am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 2pm