SWELL Seniors' Lifestyle Expo

Tuesday 14 October
9am–2pm
Selwyn Sports Centre, Rolleston

Connect with over 85 community groups, organisations and wellbeing providers at Selwyn's premier expo for older residents.

This annual event features informative talks, interactive demonstrations, live entertainment, and opportunities to discover new activities, services, and support networks.

Free Bus Services from Lincoln and West Melton
Pick up: 9.15am or 11.30am
Return: 11am or 2pm
Spaces limited, register here or call Katelyn on 027 317 6840. Thank you to Travlon for supporting us with this!

Free event entry. Guaranteed a great day out!

Check out the event map, speaker line-up and activity schedule here.

SWELL Series

Explore 40 events around Selwyn this October as part of our SWELL Seniors' Series.

CanMove

Tuesdays, 10–11am, Selwyn Sports Centre
Hosted by the Cancer Society, this welcoming fitness class offers a safe and supportive space for women at all fitness levels — whether you’re just starting out or experienced. Designed specifically for women living with and beyond cancer, the programme focuses on gentle, effective exercise to help you regain strength, boost wellbeing, and connect with others on a similar journey. Tea and coffee provided. Classes run year-round. Free to attend, drop-in.

Blue Brothers

Tuesdays, 2–3pm, Selwyn Sports Centre
Classes run year-round
Designed for men living with cancer. Blue Brothers is a charitable, not-for-profit organisation offering well-being & camaraderie to men living with cancer. This class is low impact and suitable for men of all abilities and help to build strength, improve balance, cardio fitness, health and wellbeing in a supportive environment. The class is followed by a cuppa  and a chat. Free to attend, drop-in.

Prost-FIT

Thursdays, 5–6pm, Lincoln Event Centre
Classes run year-round.
This programme is built around research-based training shown to be beneficial for men with prostate cancer. These classes include pelvic floor strengthening exercises, cardiovascular fitness and strength training. Prost-FIT also helps combat fatigue and facilitate mental well-being in a fun social environment.  Free to attend, drop-in. Contact Ingrid Phelan on 027 387 0065 to find out more.

Digital Library Lounge

Friday 10 October, 11am–12pm, Castle Hill Community Hall
Wednesday 15 October, 11am–12pm, Te Ara Ātea
Thursday 16 October, 11am–12pm, Lincoln Library and Service Centre
Friday 17 October, 11am–12pm, Darfield Library and Service Centre
Tuesday 21 October, 11am–12pm, Glenroy Hall
Wednesday 22 October, 11am–12pm, Lake Coleridge Hall
Thursday 23 October, 11am–12pm, Leeston Library and Service Centre
Friday 24 October, 11am–12pm, Rakaia Huts Community Hall
Join us for a cuppa and a chat about the many benefits of using the Digital Library. Bring your own digital device (phone, tablet/iPad or laptop), and one of our knowledgeable team members will talk you through how to download and use both the Selwyn Libraries and Libby apps, and show you how to access eBooks, eAudiobooks and eMagazines from wherever you are. Free to attend, bookings required.

Older Persons Hub Pop-Up

Monday 13 October, 11am–12pm, Leeston Library and Service Centre
Wednesday 15 October, 11am–12pm, Darfield Library and Service Centre
Wednesday 22 October, 11am–12pm, Lincoln Library and Service Centre
The Selwyn Older Persons Hub is hitting the road! Join us for a coffee and a chat at our pop-ups throughout Selwyn. While we’re usually based in Rolleston, we’re coming to you to hear what matters most in your community. We're keen to connect with locals, share what we do, and learn about community-led initiatives we can support and enable. Pop-in, say hello, and help shape what ageing well looks like in your community. Free to attend, drop-in.

Ahuriri Walk

Wednesday 15 October, 10–11.30am, River end of Neills Road (off Ridge Road) Lincoln
Join us for an enchanting walk along an easy, flat shingle track — perfect for senior beginners! Explore the unique ecological features of the area as our biodiversity team guide you through this peaceful trail. Please wear good outdoor walking shoes and bring a  drink bottle, snacks and sunscreen.  Free to attend, bookings required.

Ask a Techy Teen

Wednesday 15 October, 10.30–11.30am, Older Persons Hub, Rolleston Community Centre
A relaxed, drop-in style initiative designed to pair older adults needing support with everyday technology — from setting up an email, using apps, to figuring out your phone settings — with tech-savvy young people who want to help! Held at the Selwyn Older Persons Hub, it’s a chance to connect, build confidence, and share skills over tea and biscuits.  No booking is needed — just bring your device and your questions! Free to attend, drop-in.

Mature and Motivated

Thursday 16 October, 1–2.15pm, West Melton Community and Recreation Centre
Monday 27 October, 9.30–10.45am, Darfield Recreation and Community Centre
Enjoy a 45-minute group fitness session designed to improve your strength and balance, led by inspiring instructors who make every class fun and motivating. Stay afterwards for a cuppa and baked treat — a perfect way to relax and meet new friends. Free to attend, bookings required.

Silver Swans Ballet

Fridays — 17 and 24 October, 9.30–10.30am, Rolleston Community Centre
Led by Pivot Dance Studio, Silver Swans offers a safe and enjoyable way for seniors to learn ballet — no experience needed. This gentle programme helps improve coordination, balance, strength and mobility. Tea and coffee provided. Free to attend, bookings required.

Pickleball

Fridays — 17 and 24 October, 1–3pm, Selwyn Sports Centre 
Tuesday 21 October, 11am–12pm, Darfield Recreation and Community Centre
Friday 24 October, 11am–12pm, West Melton Community and Recreation Centre
Try out this exciting and fast-growing paddle sport that blends badminton, tennis, and table tennis into one fun game! Perfect for all skill levels and fitness abilities, with all equipment provided. Free to attend. Bookings required for Darfield and West Melton only.

Try an E-bike

Saturday 18 October, 1–2.30pm, Selwyn Sports Centre
Thanks to E-bikes NZ, experience a wide range of two, three, and four-wheel e-bikes and scooters — all in the comfort of our large indoor court space. Whether you're curious about what it’s like to ride an e-bike or you're ready to find the perfect fit for your needs, now is your chance to give it a go! Our expert team will be on hand to answer any questions, and experienced coaches will be there to support anyone who may need a little help building confidence on an e-bike. Free to attend, bookings required.

BrainFit Motion+

Monday 20 and Wednesday 22 October, 11.30am–12.15pm, Selwyn Aquatic Centre
Brainfit Motion+ combines proven brain training with gentle movement to help you build memory, balance, and confidence for life. Designed for adults 50+, this engaging, low-impact class blends simple physical exercises with cognitive challenges to enhance focus, memory, and coordination. No experience needed. Free to attend, drop-in.

The Memory Club —  Introduction to Life Writing

Wednesday 22 October, 10–11.30am, Te Ara Ātea
Have you always meant to write down some memories for your family? Now is your chance!  Local History Librarian Sarah Davy will take you down memory lane and get you started recording some of your stories to ensure they are preserved for the future. Writing booklet provided. Free to attend, bookings required.

Move It To Music

Wednesday 22 October, 1.15–2.15pm, Selwyn Sports Centre
All you need is music, fun equipment, and a good sense of humour to join this gentle, ACC-accredited class — perfect for those with arthritis or anyone looking to be a bit more active. Enjoy movement tailored to your pace, then relax with morning tea and a friendly chat after class. Free to attend, drop-in.

Introduction to 3D Printing

Saturday 25 October, 10.30am–12pm, Lincoln Library and Service Centre FULLY BOOKED
Saturday 25 October, 2–3.30pm, Leeston Library and Service Centre
This beginner-friendly session introduces you to the basics of 3D printing and how it can be used to create custom parts, practical tools, decorative models,  and prototypes. You’ll learn to design using Tinkercad — either starting from scratch or by importing and editing existing files. No experience with 3D printing is needed, but basic computer skills are recommended.
$10 library members, $20 non-members. Bookings required.