Coracle Creative Arts Community
Coracle creates spaces for therapists of body, mind and spirit: it creates spaces for musicians and theatre makers: It creates spaces for people of goodwill who want to engage with creativity and good energy.
a coracle is a little boat.
a coracle speaks of a journey
a boat that is vulnerable to the elements
and yet small enough to respond to the changes in the weather
and to be a part of the environment.
as a centre, coracle is a place of radical welcome
and community wellbeing.
Coracle is a Social Enterprise of Fairfield Uniting Church.
Coracle Consulting - Spiritual Direction - Rev. Joan Wright Howie
Rev. Joan Wright Howie is keen to collaborate with Fairfield Uniting Church and the Coracle Community. You can book an appointment Joan by calling 0424670093, or joanwh@bigpond.com
Gloworm Children's Art Studio
Creativity with curiosity, confidence and care
Gloworm Studios is a warm, welcoming children’s art studio based in Fairfield, founded in 2016 by artist and educator Marianna Marx. We create a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to explore their creativity with curiosity, confidence and care.
Our programs focus on process-based artmaking and creative exploration, with children working across a wide range of mediums including drawing, painting, illustration, clay, sculpture, collage, anime and mixed media. We value imagination, individuality and the joy of making, rather than producing a “perfect” final artwork.
Gloworm Studios offers weekly after-school art classes, school holiday programs and private lessons for children. Classes are taught by Marianna and Nat, two experienced teaching artists who are passionate about supporting each child to express themselves, build skills at their own pace, and feel safe to explore their ideas.
Email: hello@glowormstudios.com
Website: glowormstudios.com
POW Circus
Performing Older Women’s Circus
"If you’re over 40 years of age and looking for a fun way to exercise and build physical confidence, POW is for you! A warm and welcoming class, you’ll learn amazing circus skills safely, supported by knowledgable trainers who understand the modifications required in circus for older bodies. Head to our website for more information."
Email: info@womenscircus.org.au
Website: https://www.womenscircus.org.au/pow-performing-older-women/
Gentle Yoga
Mary Jo Straford
A nurturing class aimed at slowing down, stretching, meditating and relaxing.
Especially geared towards those participants recovering from illness or injury, with limited mobility, those young- at- heart and those who wish to bring more joy and relaxation into their lives
Nia Dance
Mary Jo Straford
a pleasure - based, non-intimidating dance practice inspired by uplifting music. Derived from different Dance traditions, martial arts and the healing arts of yoga, Feldenkrais and Alexandra technique. A holistic movement fitness practice which blends structured and free movement to bring mindfulness to the body, mind and soul. Two classes -one with a focus on fitness and the other on self healing.
Chakra Dance
Mary Jo Straford
A well-being movement practice to re-tune the energy centres of the body by self healing. Combines Jungian psychology, the chakras resonant music, guided visualisations and mandala art, with the intention of freeing ourselves from our past.
University of the 3rd Age Darebin
Courses in QiGong, Yoga and Mindfulness are conducted here:
check their website for details:
https://www.u3adarebin.com.au/courses-activities-2/
you can email them on courses@u3adarebin.com.au.
Art Therapy 1:1
Art therapy 1:1:
An art therapy session with Annette offers a relaxed and supportive space
to explore your thoughts and emotions through creativity—no artistic skills required.
Using a range of art materials, you’ll be guided to express yourself in ways that words sometimes can’t capture. Each session is tailored to your needs, whether you're seeking clarity, stress relief, or a deeper understanding of yourself. Annette blends creative exploration with meaningful reflection, helping you uncover insights, build resilience, and navigate life’s challenges in a safe and non-judgmental environment.
It’s a unique opportunity to connect with yourself and find balance through
the transformative power of art.
For more information and to book a free chat contact Annette at
Sunday Studio Sessions (Art Club for Grown-Ups)
Looking to finish a creative project or simply explore your artistic side?
Sunday Studio is here to give you the time and space to do just that.
Join me for a relaxed and fun afternoon of making and creating in a
welcoming atmosphere.
No project? No problem! Each session includes an optional guided activity to spark your imagination. Basic art and craft materials are provided, so just bring yourself (and maybe a friend!) to unwind, connect, and rediscover your creative flow.
When: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, last Sunday of every month
Where: Coracle Community Space, Fairfield
Cost: $30
Holiday Art Lab
Art Lab is an amazing free-play art studio that provides a wide range of art materials, plenty of inspiration, and gentle guidance to tweens and teens who love to explore their creativity. It is based on the "loose parts theory,"
which encourages kids to test and experiment with art materials to develop
their innate creativity.
When: School holiday session
OVER 50s Pilates Classes
OVER 50s Pilates Classes ( Mon and Thurs 9.20am) are run by a Physiotherapist. They are osteoporotic safe and are a perfect and safe way to maintain and improve muscle strength, flexibility, core stability, balance and coordination as we age.
Tel: +61 (0) 3-9497 1952
Mbl: +61 (0) 421 526 433
Email: helen@backinshapemelbourne.com
Website: www.backinshapemelbourne.com
Limited Mobility Class
Limited Mobility Class (Mon 10.30am) is run by a Physiotherapist. Ticks all the boxes above, but all exercises are done either sitting or standing. This class suits people who do not like, or cannot get up and down off the ground.
Tel: +61 (0) 3-9497 1952
Mbl: +61 (0) 421 526 433
Email: helen@backinshapemelbourne.com
Website: www.backinshapemelbourne.com
Alphingtones
Alphingtones
The Alphingtones are a community choir who rehearse in the Coracle Sanctuary on an Thursday night from 7.30pm
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La La La Acapella Choir
The La La La Acapella Choir rehearse in the Coracle Garden studio on Wednesday night from 7.00pm.
Melbourne Balfolk Community Dance Classes
Melbourne Balfolk run community dance classes every Thursday night from 7.30pm.
Classes offer a beginner friendly mix of French, Breton and European dances in circles, lines and couples.
We use gender free calling, and encourage dancers to try both sides in partner dances like mazurka and waltz. Come on your own, or with a friend - we'd love to see you!
Email: Melbourne.Balfolk@gmail.com
Instagram: linktr.ee/Melbourne.Balfolk
Social media: @Melbourne.Balfolk
Coracle Consulting - Spiritual Direction - Rev. Joan Wright Howie
Rev. Joan Wright Howie is a PhD candidate and is the May Pope Scholarship recipient with the University of Divinity. She is exploring the attributes of Spiritually Informed Care and how they can be fostered in wellbeing and care practitioners.
Joan also has a private practice, seeing people for Spiritual Direction and Supervision. She works in a Coracale Nook. Joan is keen to collaborate with Fairfield Uniting Church and the Coracle Community. You can book an appointment Joan by calling 0424670093, or joanwh@bigpond.com
Coracle Consulting - Spiritual Direction - Katherine Rankin
Katherine Rankin - spiritual direction