Outback Active Program
About the program
Join Outback Active, for a 12-week telefit journey with Charles Darwin University's exercise professionals, to stay strong, healthy and mobile!
This exciting program is free of charge, and open to people 65+ years, and First Nations people 50+ years living in the Katherine region.
We accept new clients all year long.
This program will include:
- an online exercise program tailored to address your health goals.
- referrals to relevant health services at the end of the program as required.
Outback Active is supported by funding from NTPHN through the Australian Government's PHN Program.
What to expect
Expression of interest
Potential participants express an interest in joining the program, either individually or through a referring organisation.
We accept new clients all year long.
Eligibility check
A team member will reach out to assess your eligibility. We will ask you about your age, your general health and wellbeing, and your digital literacy.
Eligible participants will be on-boarded to take part in a 12-week program of personalised online exercise delivered twice a week. We take in clients all year long.
If not eligible, individuals will receive a notification and are encouraged to consult with their GP to explore alternative referral options.
Equipment bundle
Eligible participants will receive a FREE exercise equipment bundle for use during the program.
Telehealth sessions
Exercise professionals and supervised students from Charles Darwin University will conduct one-on-one and small group sessions aimed at improving participants' strength, fitness and well-being.
All sessions are delivered online in a ‘telehealth’ format. Participants join the sessions using a desktop computer, laptop or tablet and enjoy the live, interactive sessions over the internet.
Alternatively, clients can attend their sessions in the telehealth room at the University's Katherine Town Campus (19 Second Street).
Program Completion
After completing the 12-week program, we encourage participants to keep following their exercise plans for ongoing health and wellness.
Success stories
Hear from our participants and see the difference our program makes. Discover what we’re all about!
Interested?
Click here to express interest!
You can also call our friendly team at (08) 8946 7176, Monday to Friday, 9.00 am - 4.00 pm, or email us via outbackactive@cdu.edu.au .
Media moments
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New program to help older residents in regional communities to stay active
A new online fitness program will support the health of ageing residents in the Katherine region while giving Charles Darwin University (CDU) students invaluable placement opportunities.
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A new online program to get older rural residents fitter and healthier
Hear what Dr Clare Quinlan, a lecturer in Exercise and Sports Science at Charles Darwin University and coordinator of the Outback Active Program, has to say about this program.
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