Yarra Moves is our strategy to improve and support the mental and physical health and wellbeing of all people who live, work, learn and play in Yarra.
Regular physical activity is essential to develop and maintain a healthy lifestyle. The National Physical Activity and Exercise Guidelines outline the recommended activity levels for all Australians.
The following data from Yarra shows us the need to improve our level of physical activity:
| Portion of population meeting physical activity guidelines | ||
| Physical activity levels | Yarra | Victoria |
| Sedentary | 2.7% | 2.5% |
| Insufficient | 41.4% | 44.1% |
| Active | 54.9% | 50.9% |
Source: Victorian Population Health Survey, Department of Health and Human Services 2017
Physical activity directory
Want to get active in Yarra? Find all the information you need to get involved in your local sporting club, activities, community groups and much more.
Click the 
button to see the map legend of the different sports and activities in Yarra.
Other ways to move in Yarra:
- utilise active transport and find great ways to travel around Yarra.
- explore and uncover Yarra's history by enjoying one of our curated heritage walks.
- connect with your local community and spend time outdoors in nature by joining a community garden.
- become a Yarra "Citizen Scientist" with the City of Yarra's Bio-blitz program and download the iNaturalist app.
- discover recreation and community activities for over 50s.