Lots of indoor and outdoor fun this week to be had on the Coast. Enjoy this cool change and whether you curl up on the couch with some movies or you are out adventuring the town - make it great! Don't forget to cheer our Gold Coast United Soccer team as they start the finals! Gooooooaaaal!
Breaka Burleigh Surf Pro
Daily until Sunday 21 February from 9am to 5pm daily – Burleigh Heads
Professional surfing is back at Burleigh this week and competition is fierce as the word’s best surfers compete in this event from Pro Juniors through to the Dream Tour Superstars.
Kayaking Adventure
Saturday 20 February from 9am to 11am – Phil Hill Environmental Park, Coombabah
Escape the daily grind and head out with a friend for some serenity, kayaking in our beautiful Coombabah wetlands. You can enjoy a guided adventure in a 2 person kayak including some help with your skills and safety equipment for $5. You must be 10 years old to do it alone or 6 years old with an adult. Contact Vertec Adventures for more information on 0403 293 534 or email. Brought to you by Active & Healthy GC.
Freeride Australian Open
Sarturday 20 February – time TBC - Phillip Park (opp Sea World), Main Beach
Jet Pilot brings the Coast this dare devil event which will see athletes compete in the waves and pull off back flips and rolls and advance surf riding on jet ski's.
Ikin Dance Rehearsals
Saturday 20 February from 2pm – Lorikeet Arena, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, Currumbin
This is a shout out to all acrobats, hip hop dancers, break-dancers or sports aerobic stars as Ikin dance has try outs to join their squad and perform at all Titans home games. Children over 7 years old are encouraged to try out in a 30 second audition, byo music. For more information contact Ikin Dance by phone 5522 1863.
Rapt in Reptiles Wildlife Workshop
Saturday 20 February from 2pm to 4pm - Queensland Academy for Health Sciences, Edmund Rice Drive, Southport
If you have a budding science major on your hands then this will be fun! Find out all about reptiles in this workshop and meet some really special ones. Why do snakes use their tongues and what makes up a turtle shell are some of the discoveries for children aged 10 to 14. Cost is $25 non members and $20 for members. Contact Michelle for more information at the Qld Assc of Gifted & Talented Children 3352 4388.
Scaly Tales Wildlife Workshop
Saturday 20 February from 2pm to 4pm - Queensland Academy for Health Sciences, Edmund Rice Drive, Southport
Calling all reptile lovers! Discover fascinating facts about Australia’s best known reptiles, like the frill-neck dragon. Why does he have a frill? What about the python, how long does it take him to squeeze his prey? This workshop is for children aged 6 to 9 and the cost is $25 non members and $20 for members. Contact Michelle for more information at the Qld Assc of Gifted & Talented Children 3352 4388.
Beach Care
Saturday 20 February from 9am to 11am - Labrador Harley Park, North of Charis Seafood on Marine Parade
Saturday 20 February from 1:30pm to 3:30pm – Peerless Ave, Mermaid Beach
Slip, Slop, Slap and join your community dune planting this weekend. Make a difference and help plant native species and remove invasive weeds. Includes a morning/afternoon tea snack and is suitable for all ages. Contact Naomi Edwards on 5552 8823 for more details on this FREE event.
Gold Coast United Semi–Final Action
Saturday 20 February from 7pm – Skilled Park, Robina
It’s finals time and what a superb job our NEW Gold Coast team has done to make the finals in their first year. Support this great effort and make it a fun night out with the family as they take on the Newcastle Jets. They are looking for a sell out! Tickets are on sale at ticketek.
Live Music & FUN in the Park
Living in paradise, our parks are a great spot to chill out in, so grab a rug, some snacks and the family and head out for some music this weekend and some R&R. The line-up is listed below and is brought to you by Active & Healthy GC.
Saturday 20 February
Broadwater Parklands – Marine Pde, Southport
From 4:30pm to 7:30pm – Balloon Kings and face painting
From 2pm to 5pm – Black & White (roving music)
From 7:30pm – Movies on the Broadwater featuring “Coraline”
Sunday 21 February
Broadwater Parklands – Marine Pde, Southport
From 1pm to 4pm – Mr Bubble (roving entertainment)
Bischof Pioneer Park – Ashmore Rd, Benowa
from 10am to 1pm – Surfers Paradise Brass Band
Juggle Jam Circus Fun
Sunday 21 February from 10:30am to noon – Gold Coast Botanical Gardens, Ashmore Rd, Benowa
Challenge your kid’s coordination with this Interactive Circus Skills workshop. Three ball juggling, flip sticks, diabolo and twirling. All ages and abilities welcome at this FREE event! No bookings required. Contact Three Worlds for more details 5526 0900 or visit their website.
Family Surf and Beach Fun
Sunday 21 February from 8am to 9:30am – Lifeguard Tower 22, St Monica Ave (1 tower down from Nobby Beach SLSC), Miami
Surf awareness is on offer and your chance to learn everything you wanted to know about the surf, rips and how to stay safe at the beach. You can also learn how to ride a wave! No experience necessary and bring your body board if you have one. Booking are required for this FREE event by contacting Surf Coach by email or text your child’s name, phone and age to Trudy on 0432 908 977.
Gold Coast Zumba Charity Afternoon
Sunday 21 February from 3:30pm - Albert Waterways community hall (across from Pac Fair) Cnr hooker blvd & Sunshine Blvd, Broadbeach
If you haven’t already tried this exhilarating new form of exercise/dance that is sweeping the nation this is a great opportunity and it’s for a charitable cause! Get some mama friends together or bring your hubby and Zumba! Cost is $15 and bring a towel.
Coast Acoustics
Sunday 21 February from 12noon to 5pm - Nerang All Sports off Lawrence Drive
Acoustic music fun for the whole family including an open mic and concert. Food and drinks are available and you can contact Rob for more information on 0420 861 911. Cost is $5.
Mumz with Bubz Movie
Wednesday 24 February from 9:30am – Birch Carrol & Coyle Cinema in Australia Fair, Marine Pde, Southport
Join other Mums for a cuppa and a ‘babes in arm’ movie (not many chances to do this!). They will have Lucy Hendricks from the Fashion Workshop giving tips and conducting a Yummy Mummy workshop. Cost is a movie ticket and you need to RSVP by 19 February by phone 5556 6600.
Surfing
Saturdays from 8am at Surfers Paradise – Corner of Hanlan Street and the Esplanade, Surfers Paradise
Sundays in Burleigh – Justins Park, in front of Burleigh Heads SLSC
Fab waves, warm waters and friendly instructors are on hand to give you the help in experiencing surfing yourself. Beginner lessons for all ages and abilities. Bookings are required for both locations. Cheyne Horan School of Surf for Surfers 1800 227 873 for bookings $12 for 13 years and younger, $15 for over 14 years and Godfathers of the Ocean Surf School on 5593 5661 in Burleigh which are $10 per person.
$2 Funday at the Movies
Sundays – Birch Carroll & Coyle Cinema, Pacific Fair
Kids pay just $2 with a paying adult on Sunday so that’s the day to spoil the kids with a movie date and take in one of the latest releases like the Tooth fairy or Alvin & The Chipmunks, The Squeakquel.
Library Time
Baby Rhyme Time, Read & Grow and even PJ’s story time where you can come dressed in your pyjamas! There is also after school fun for kids 6 to 12 so check your local library branch.
Active & Healthy GC Events for Kids
Check out these fun weekly events for Kids on various weekdays and locations throughout the Gold Coast. Prices range from FREE to $3.
• Move & Groove for two to five year olds
• Parents n’ Toddler sports
• Small Sports three to five year olds
• Move 2 Music
For times and locations check out the guide starting on page 57.
Also check out these fun activities from $5 and up:
• Kinder Circuit
• Ashmore Little Athletics
• AFL Junior Football
• Fun Swimming Squad
• Kung fu Kids
• Tennis blast for children
Activities for Parents – Active & Healthy GC
What a great way to meet other mamas and get out of house and enjoy the great outdoors! Activities range from FREE to $10 - Check out the guide for more details (pages 73 – 82) There is heaps and heaps!!!
The Original Stroller Group
Active & Healthy Mums
Pre-natal Yoga
Coolangatta Stroller Fitness
Mums and Bubs Yoga
Parents and Kids Fitness
Fitness Fun for Parents and Kids
Mummylicious Stroller Group Fitness Classes
Reactivation
Pelvic Floor Classes
Stretch, Strengthen and Stability
Yummy Mummies Boxing for Fitness
Look your Best Fitness Class
Mummy/Daddy and Me
Surfing Mums
Pregnancy Pilates
Mummy / Daddy & me Circuit and Walking Group
Super Mums Triathlon Training Squad
Mum Zone Fitness
Mum Zone Boxing
Childbirth Education Classes
New Parents Group
Playgroup
Infant Massage Group
Mums and Bubs Yoga
Pre and Post Natal Aqua Class
Gold Coast Markets
Feel like a bit of shopping this weekend? There is something relaxing about wandering the markets and taking in all the talent on offer and community vibe. Click on the link above and get an up to date list of all the markets on the Coast. We will now feature this every week in our What's On to keep you "in the know".
We just want to remind you to call ahead or check the websites listed if you are heading out this week, just in case any details have changed since we posted them. Have fun!
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Gold Coast United Semi–Final Action 
Gold Coast Zumba Charity Afternoon 
Mumz with Bubz Movie 
Gold Coast Markets)
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