Healthy Logan
Discover free, fun activities in Logan and enjoy a happier and healthier lifestyle.
What is Healthy Logan?
Healthy Logan is an exciting new initiative funded by the Australian Government. The program aims to:
- Promote healthy living
- Provide opportunities to participate in physical activity
- Encourage healthy eating
- Support the community to lead healthier lifestyles
- Reduce the number of people who are overweight and obese within our community
Why is it important?
The rates of overweight and obese people within Queensland are alarming, with 61% of Australian adults being overweight or obese which means they have a higher risk of chronic disease.
Rates of overweight and obesity within Logan exceed this with only 36% of Logan community members being considered to be of a healthy weight.
The Healthy Logan Program aims to provide innovative and motivating services to improve the health of the community and reduce the rates of overweight and obese people within Logan.
Why should I get involved?
The Healthy Logan Program will provide opportunities for you to:
- Participate in free and accessible activities
- Feel happier and have an improved sense of wellbeing
- Reduce the effects of stress
- Increase your energy
- Reduce your risk of developing a chronic disease such a diabetes
- Opportunity to make new friends
- Become stronger and healthier
Want to lead a healthier lifestyle?
Take part in a FREE Healthy Logan Program and take advantage of the range of great activities.
Click on the program title for further information including available locations and dates.
| Program | Description | Contact |
| Austcycle | 4 week program that provides cycle training for all ages and abilities | Logan PCYC 3442 1700 |
| BEAT IT | 10 week physical activity and lifestyle program for people with or at risk of diabetes and other chronic lifestyle disease | Logan Metro Indoor Sports Centre 3089 5500 |
| Heart Foundation Walking | Find out where your nearest walking group is and how you can start a new group in your area | Logan City Council 3412 3412 |
| garden2kitchen2garden | This program will teach you how to cook with healthy ingredients as well as explore economic gardening techniques that support a healthy lifestyle. | Caddies Community Centre 5547 8077 |
| Grow it. Live it. Eat it. | This program is targeted to the culturally and linguistically diverse community and aims to provide participants with the opportunity to learn how to lead healthier lifestyles through information sessions, gardening, cooking and shopping classes. | Multilink Community Services Inc 3808 4463 |
AustCycle
AustCycle is the national leader in providing cycle training to people of all ages and skill levels throughout the Australian community. Whether for fitness, fun or transport, AustCycle will give you the skills and confidence to get on your bike and ride more.
The AustCycle program is a 4 week course and is available for all abilities including beginner, intermediate and advance skill levels.
Program Details
- When: Fridays, 9 am - 11 am
- Location: Meet at Logan PCYC, Jacaranda Avenue, Woodridge
Dates of Courses for 2012
| Course | Date |
|---|---|
| Course 1 | 20 April - 11 May 2012 |
| Course 2 | 25 May 2012 - 15 June 2012 |
| Course 3 | 13 July 2012 - 3 August 2012 |
| Course 4 | 12 October 2012 - 2 November 2012 |
To book or enquire about the AustCycle Program please contact Logan PCYC on 07 3342 1700
For further information visit the AustCycle website
Download an AustCycle leaflet (PDF 984 KB)
BEAT IT
BEAT IT is an innovative, tailored exercise and lifestyle management program designed to assist those with or at risk of diabetes or other chronic disease. BEAT IT helps you improve your health through awareness and physical activity.
BEAT IT classes are fun, safe and supportive. Classes start slowly and build up as you become more confident and your health and fitness improve. Classes are run twice weekly, with each class including a combination of aerobic and resistance training exercises. BEAT IT is a group based program, giving you the benefits of exercising with people just like you, and allowing you to motivate and support each other along the way.
For further information visit the BEAT IT website
Download a BEAT IT leaflet (PDF 4078 KB)
Heart Foundation Walking
There are number of existing walking groups in the Logan area that you can join for FREE.
To find a walking group near you visit Council's Walking page or the Heart Foundation website for an interactive map.
If you are interested in starting a new group please contact Council’s Community Services Branch on 3412 3412.
Download a Heart Foundation Walking leaflet (PDF 899 KB)
Healthy Lifestyle Programs
Garden2kitchen2garden
Conscious Cooking Classes
Come along to inspirational cooking classes that teach you to cook with healthy ingredients.
- When: Tuesdays
- Time: 11am -1 pm
- Where: Caddies Community Centre, South Street Jimboomba
Grow Your Own Vegies
This program will explore home gardening techniques and prepare you to be more sustainable, save money and support a healthy lifestyle.
- When: Wednesdays
- Time: 9am - 11am
- Where: Caddies Community Centre, South Street Jimboomba
To register into the garden2kitchen2garden program or for more information please contact Caddies Community Centre on 5547 8077
Grow It. Eat It. Live It.
This program is targeted to the culturally and linguistically diverse community and aims to provide participants with the opportunity to learn how to lead healthier lifestyles through information sessions, gardening, cooking and shopping classes.
Information Sessions
Learn about the prevention and reduction of chronic diseases.
Cooking Classes
These healthy cooking classes will provide a range of classes that incorporate healthy foods to assist in the prevention and reduction of chronic diseases.
Gardening Classes
Learn gardening skills and techniques to be able to grow your own garden and learn about what types of foods that grow in Australia.
Shopping Classes
The shopping classes provide participants with information and ideas on where to find traditional food suppliers in Logan, food recognition as well how to shop for healthy food alternatives for all budgets.
For more information or any enquiries please contact Multilink Community Services Inc on (07) 3808 4463
Useful Links
- Active Logan - Discover low-cost activities across Logan in a fun, relaxed atmosphere
- Community Gardens - Council has created a Community Gardens Policy to assist and guide the community when establishing community gardens.
- Healthy Living Network - The Healthy Living Network is a registration portal that provides a list of quality registered activities, providers and programs in your local area.
- Healthy Eating - This site provides a wide range of information about healthy eating, including resources such as fact sheets and where to go if you need further advice.
- Diabetes Australia-Queensland - There are many programs for the community, people with diabetes and health professionals available through Diabetes Australia-Queensland.
How do I become involved?
To find out further information please contact us using the details below:
Phone: 07 3412 3412
Email: council@logan.qld.gov.au
This National Partnership Agreement on Preventative Health initiative was funded by the Australian Government. Partners of Healthy Logan include:
