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🧠Power of The Subconscious Mind Seminar
How to take control of your subconscious and harness its power!
🎟️ FREE ADMISSION - [Book Here](https://unlockthepowerofthesubconsciousmindmelbourne.as.me/schedule/175b7acb?ref=fb_integration)
We're looking forward to you joining us for an eye-opening lecture where the speaker will break down complex ideas in a clear and practical way. You'll gain insights into:
✅ The true definition of the subconscious
✅ How it generates unwanted emotions
✅ Its real purpose and function
✅ What determines the pressure it exerts on you
But this isn't just another lecture where you sit and listen passively. It's interactive and engaging - you can ask questions at any time.
How To Handle DEPRESSION.
theWould you like to know the true cause of DEPRESSION?
Would you like to be the best version of yourself?
The truth is, there is a reason why we get overwhelmed with these emotions of feeling depressed and alone and feeling as though life is too hard to cope with.
In this seminar, you will learn the following:
* The discovery of and complete anatomy of the Reactive Mind.
* The painful experiences, or engrams, contained in the Reactive Mind command one to act irrationally against their own wishes and goals.
* The complete procedure to discover and eradicate these harmful experiences so they never affect you again, revealing the one person you've always wanted to know. You.
Struggling with study or learning? You’re not alone.
**Struggling with study or learning? You’re not alone.**
This meetup suits people at all levels of study skill.
Too many children, teenagers, and adults find studying difficult—not because they lack ability, but because they were never taught **how to learn**.
This meetup introduces the basics of **Study Technology**—a practical, proven approach that shows how learning really works and how to overcome common study barriers. It applies to children, teens (and parents), teachers, and adults alike.
You’ll discover simple, effective methods to improve understanding, confidence, and performance—whether at school, work, or online. Teachers and parents often see rapid improvements in both behaviour and results.
Yes, it *is* possible to improve study performance—in just **five easy steps**.
If you can’t attend in person, online options are available.
**Join us and learn how to study effectively—once and for all.**
See you at the meetup,
**Pam**
When learning clicks, confidence follows.
MELBOURNE TABLE TENNIS COACHING @ MSAC
$29 per person for 2 hours of training (includes table hire)
## 🏓 MELBOURNE TABLE TENNIS COACHING @ MSAC
Ready to seriously improve your table tennis — or finally start the right way?
Join our **ongoing in-person group coaching sessions at MSAC**, where you’ll train in a structured but fun environment with players who come regularly, as well as new faces every week.
Our sessions are designed for **both total beginners and advanced players.** You don’t need experience — and you won’t be bored if you already have it.
### What to expect
* ✅ **10–15 players per session**
* ✅ **2 experienced coaches on court**
* ✅ **Structured drills + match play**
* ✅ **Individual feedback based on your level and goals**
* ✅ **A welcoming group that trains regularly**
You’ll work on **technique, footwork, consistency, tactics, and real match situations** — not just hit balls randomly. We organise the group so everyone is challenged at the right level.
### Why people love these sessions
* Ongoing training with a real community
* Fast improvement, not just social play
* A great way to **move, learn, and make friends**
* Fun, supportive atmosphere with serious coaching behind it
Whether your goal is to **learn from scratch, get fitter, sharpen your skills, or start competing**, this is a perfect place to train.
### What to bring
* 🏓 **Bat/paddle** (if you have one — if not, we’ll provide it)
* 👟 **Sports shoes (runners)**
* 👕 **Comfortable sports clothes**
* 💧 **Water bottle**
* 🧴 **Small towel**
Grab your paddle, bring your energy, and come hit with us at MSAC.
Please send me an email to:
p.tretinik@gmail.com
to confirm attendance. This helps me to book enough table for a smooth session.
NOTE: If this is not your first time coming to this meet up, the cost is $36 for the whole 2 hours.
MELBOURNE TABLE TENNIS COACHING @ MSAC
$29 per person for 2 hours of training (includes table hire)
## 🏓 MELBOURNE TABLE TENNIS COACHING @ MSAC
Ready to seriously improve your table tennis — or finally start the right way?
Join our **ongoing in-person group coaching sessions at MSAC**, where you’ll train in a structured but fun environment with players who come regularly, as well as new faces every week.
Our sessions are designed for **both total beginners and advanced players.** You don’t need experience — and you won’t be bored if you already have it.
### What to expect
* ✅ **10–15 players per session**
* ✅ **2 experienced coaches on court**
* ✅ **Structured drills + match play**
* ✅ **Individual feedback based on your level and goals**
* ✅ **A welcoming group that trains regularly**
You’ll work on **technique, footwork, consistency, tactics, and real match situations** — not just hit balls randomly. We organise the group so everyone is challenged at the right level.
### Why people love these sessions
* Ongoing training with a real community
* Fast improvement, not just social play
* A great way to **move, learn, and make friends**
* Fun, supportive atmosphere with serious coaching behind it
Whether your goal is to **learn from scratch, get fitter, sharpen your skills, or start competing**, this is a perfect place to train.
### What to bring
* 🏓 **Bat/paddle** (if you have one — if not, we’ll provide it)
* 👟 **Sports shoes (runners)**
* 👕 **Comfortable sports clothes**
* 💧 **Water bottle**
* 🧴 **Small towel**
Grab your paddle, bring your energy, and come hit with us at MSAC.
Please send me an email to:
p.tretinik@gmail.com
to confirm attendance. This helps me to book enough table for a smooth session.
NOTE: If this is not your first time coming to this meet up, the cost is $36 for the whole 2 hours.
Walking Football Mixed Gender Session @ Eltham
Join us at Eltham Leisure Centre for a FREE fun-filled Walking Football Mixed Gender Session, brought to you by Walking Football 4 Health Victoria.
This event is designed for anyone looking for a low impact sport to stay active, be part of a welcoming community, and most importantly have fun.
Our friendly host, Paul, will be there to introduce you to walking football, ensuring a safe and engaging experience. Don't miss out on this opportunity to engage in sports, socialise, and promote a healthy lifestyle in a welcoming community environment.
There is no cost for this program.
Sign up now and be a part of this exciting Walking Football Session.
If you wish to contact the organiser, Mick directly, you can do so on: 0430 163 550
Email: info@wf4hvictoria.org.au
Website: [Walking Football | Walking Soccer | Walking Football 4 Health](https://wf4hvictoria.org.au/)
Facebook: [Walking Football 4 Health Victoria Group | Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/groups/wf4healthvictoria)
Self-Defense Events This Week
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Workshop: Becoming Your Preferred Self
Are you interested in personal growth, wellbeing, and living more intentionally?
Join us for an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)-based workshop facilitated by a trained counsellor. Together, we'll explore how to identify your core values, use them to guide everyday decisions, and build a clearer picture of the person you'd like to become.
This workshop is designed to be practical, reflective, and welcoming to people at all stages of their journey. Whether you're feeling a little stuck, looking for greater direction, or simply curious about ACT, we'd love to have you join us.
Tickets are $20 and available via Eventbrite:
[https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/workshop-becoming-your-preferred-self-tickets-1989631752130](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/workshop-becoming-your-preferred-self-tickets-1989631752130)
LGBT+ Social Hub Melbourne is a queer community organisation focused on creating meaningful opportunities for connection, wellbeing, friendship, and personal growth. We welcome queer attendees and allies aged 18+, and maintain a zero-tolerance policy towards harassment and discrimination.
We don't want financial circumstances to be the reason somebody misses out. If cost would prevent you from attending, please get in touch with us privately.
JUGGER - soft-combat foam weapons, free to try!
It's Jugger time! Get on down to Hawthorn for fun, sun, exercise, and silly shenanigans!
* ✅ Free to attend
* ⚔️ Jugger Equipment is supplied
* 🍜 Post-training social lunch - all welcome
* ➡️ [Find us on Discord](https://discord.gg/WHnMyk56Cu)
Jugger is an exciting, mixed-gender soft combat sport. Two teams use a selection of padded foam spars to tag opponents as they aim to put the jugg (the game ball) into their opponent's goal.
**Watch Jugger being played in [this excellent short demo video](https://vimeo.com/28592980).**
Jugger Melbourne training sessions include both full games of jugger, as well as a variety of training drills designed to promote **teamwork, communication, exercise, health and fitness, and teach core game skills.**
After training we head across to Glenferrie Rd for lunch and socializing, which you are welcome (and encouraged!) to join.
**🏃♀️➡️ New Player Info / Who Can Join**
New players are always welcome! Our experienced coaches will teach you basics to get you and and swinging in no time Jugger is easy to pickup the basics while deep to master.
We have a minimum age policy of 16 years (please note, anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian), but other than that we welcome anyone of all fitness levels. Jugger is a great way to keep active, and a fun way to meet new people in a friendly and inclusive community!
**👟 How to Join a Session and What to Bring**
Joining is simple - just show up! RSVPing on Meetup or Discord is a big help as it helps us plan around expected numbers. You are also welcome to bring along any interested friends and family.
**⚔️ Jugger equipment is supplied.** We have a collection of gear to loan out to new players.
Bring a water bottle (there is a tap nearby), sunscreen, and wear comfortable clothes and shoes for running around in - and that you don't mind getting a bit dirty!
Recommend but not required items include: sunglasses, football boots, kneepads, and gloves if you have them. You don't need any of these to get started, but you may find you want them if you become a regular.
**✅ Are there any costs are involved?**
Our training sessions are **free to attend** as often as you like, we are essentially just a group of friends that meet for training and socializing on the weekend.
The Australian Jugger League has a voluntary annual membership that helps to support the sport (including maintaining equipment and paying for Meetup), and we encourage people to join once they become a regular attendee or begin attending tournaments. However there's no obligation so spend any money when you're first trying it out or just attending casually.
**➡️ External Links**
We organise our regular players through our Discord group and their attendance is not often represented in the Meetup attendance numbers (we use Meetup to reach out to new people).
Events are also (though less regularly) posted to Facebook, while event photos and videos are shared on our Instagram.
* [Join our Discord](https://discord.gg/WHnMyk56Cu)
* [Jugger Melbourne on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/groups/JuggerMelbourne)
* [Follow us on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/jugger_melbourne/)
* [Australian Jugger League website](https://www.jugger.au/)
\*\* See you on Sunday \*\*
Try Dragon Boating – Saturday Come & Try (Beginner Friendly)
**🚣♀️Ever wanted to try dragon boating?**
Join us for a beginner-friendly Saturday morning “Come & Try” session at Docklands—no experience needed.
👉 Just RSVP or message us and come along
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**What to expect:**
* Quick safety briefing + basic paddling tips
* Join our crew for a real on-water training session
* Friendly, supportive environment (perfect for beginners)
* ☕ Optional coffee catch-up after
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**What happens after?**
If you enjoy it, you can:
* Join our weekday trainings (Tues/Thurs evenings) in addition to Saturday sessions
* Continue to paddle with us for 30 days free on the Dragon Pass
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**What to bring:**
* Comfortable clothes to exercise in
* Water bottle
* Sun protection
* Change of clothes (you may get a little splash)
👉 We provide all equipment (paddle + life jacket)
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Location:
Community Hub at the Dock
912 Collin’s Street, Docklands (waterfront side)
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**👊Come give it a go this Saturday!!**
No experience needed—just turn up and try it.
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**Can’t make Saturday?**
We also train Tuesday & Thursday evenings at 6pm—just reach out and we’ll help you get started.
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**Southern Storm Paddle Club** trains all year around in Docklands, weather permitting. (Rain is not an issue!)
If you have any questions, please get in touch with us on Facebook, meetup or email on [southernstormpaddleclub@gmail.com](mailto:southernstormpaddleclub@gmail.com)
Follow the team on Social Media @
[https://www.instagram.com/southernstormpc/ ](https://www.instagram.com/southernstormpc/)[https://www.facebook.com/southernstormpaddleclub/](https://www.facebook.com/southernstormpaddleclub/)
Freelancers/Entrepreneurs/Self-Employed Networking Night
Do you run your own business or work for yourself and wish that you had a community of like-minded women who share the same experiences as you? If so, join us for a freelancers/entrepreneurs/self-employed networking night where we can share our stories over some Mexican food.
Entrepreneurship and self-employment can be a lonely journey. We go through unique things and experiences, and our ups and downs can feel a lot more intense. But there's no reason why we need to go through this experience alone, when we have a community of women who have experienced what you have, and might even be able to point you in the right direction.
It doesn't matter if you're a startup founder, a self-employed designer, or a part-time freelance consultant; anyone and everyone who runs a business is welcome.
Melbourne OpenShift Meetup - Unpacking Red Hat Summit - Wednesday June 10th
**Unpacking Red Hat Summit 2026: OpenShift, Virtualization, and the AI-Ready Enterprise**
The Red Hat Summit in Atlanta was loaded with a ton of new stuff - product launches, tech updates and real world stories.
Come join us at the meetup where we have 5 speakers giving a rundown of relevant updates.
* Simon will discuss AI Token Economics and AI/ML updates.
* Sam will deliver an update on the Summit experience.
* Ben will cover Developer News
* Nick will present the OpenShift roadmap
* Mohan will share several Customer Stories.
Look forward to seeing you there. Pizza and drinks available early. Doors at 5:30pm for 6pm start.
OpenShift Meetup team
SELF-CONFIDENCE! The key to your SUCCESS!
**Gain The Confidence to Be Unstoppable! Free Class.**
How to Achieve Self Confidence!
Without question, self confidence is the key to success. It determines how many of your goals you achieve in life and has an enormous impact on your happiness. It affects how people perceive you, your career achievements, your ability to take risks or try new endeavours, as well as your overall attitude toward yourself and others.
Self Confidence is something most people would like to have more of, but aren't sure how to get.
Did you ever feel more certain of yourself in the past?
Would you like to raise your self confidence ?
To increase self confidence, you have to understand what reduces it. If you know why this happens you can reverse the situation and rebuild your self esteem.
Self Confidence is self-determinism. One's belief in one's ability to determine his own course. As long as one has that, he's go the universe in his pocket. - L. Ron Hubbard.
This day you are able to Learn a few things about:
• The true source of security in life.
• How self-confidence, self respect and self trust interrelate, and what you can do to rehabilitate them.
• The exact steps to become more competent in whatever you do.
Today's free class will put you into a good position to help you achieve a new level of self-confidence, accomplish more and progress towards a higher level of personal survival.
Free parking, Free entree
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Todays free class is open to all people of goodwill and is held at the Life Improvement Centre located at Scientology. Our meetup classes contain universal knowledge that is applicable to all of us and can and is used by anyone of any faith as well as by those with no faith. Our meetups contain TOOLS for better living and they will assist you greatly in achieving your goals! These practical tools can be used straight away!
Self-Defense Events Near You
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Ohio Fight club
We are a real world Martial arts group. \
Called DO JUNG ISHU (the art of fighting) \
Based off of Jeet kune do we just continued where Bruce Lee left off. \
We have been around a while. \
Every week we get together and work technical skills and full contact spar. \
Almost all of the instructors have been in everything from street fights to the ring and some still compete in cage fighting. \
If you want to take your skills up, improve your confidence, gain self defense skills, get in better shape, test yourself or just want to kill some time and possibly get hit a bit come on down. \
We will be located at 3923 N High St, Columbus, OH 43214 Outside in the grass between the playground and horseshoe area. our instructors are normally in a black and red art of fighting shirt \ if you can not find us call or text me at 6143570295
Saturday 1:30pm Wednesday 5:45pm
From Age 16 and up. attendees under the age of 18 must have a guardian with them. \
Wear workout clothes. \
Bring a MOUTHPIECE! \
WE HAVE GLOVES. \
$10 per class
$5 per class if you are wearing a club shirt
Club shirts are $25
Hope to see you soon. \
let me know if you have any questions :)
Fundamentals: by do Jung Ishu/ the art of fighting
We are a real world Martial arts group. \
Called DO JUNG ISHU (the art of fighting) \
Based off of Jeet kune do we just continued where Bruce Lee left off. \
We have been around a while. \
Every week we get together and work technical skills and full contact spar. \
Almost all of the instructors have been in everything from street fights to the ring and some still compete in cage fighting. \
If you want to take your skills up, improve your confidence, gain self defense skills, get in better shape, test yourself or just want to kill some time and possibly get hit a bit come on down. \
We will be located at 3923 N High St, Columbus, OH 43214 Outside in the grass between the playground and horseshoe area. our instructors are normally in a black and red art of fighting shirt \ if you can not find us call or text me at 6143570295
Saturday 1:30pm Wednesday 5:45pm
From Age 16 and up. attendees under the age of 18 must have a guardian with them. \
Wear workout clothes. \
Bring a MOUTHPIECE! \
WE HAVE GLOVES. \
$10 per class
$5 per class if you are wearing a club shirt
Club shirts are $25
Hope to see you soon. \
let me know if you have any questions :)
Free In-Person Event: Handle Self-Confidence & Motivation to Achieve Your Goals
This is an in-person meeting.
Would you like to know the Real You, not just a shadow of yourself? Does your life energy feel somehow trapped within? Does your self-confidence get easily shaken? Do you get in the way of your own goals? We will discuss the real source of all this, what holds you back in life, and how to handle it so you can achieve more successful and happier living.
Perhaps you get weighed down with negative emotions you can't seem to shrug off. Or find yourself doing strange and irrational things - not really being yourself. We will cover why that is and tools that work to help you unearth your self, your self-confidence and motivation.
This meeting will help you learn about how to effectively overcome:
-Out-of-control unwanted emotions
-Low self-esteem
-Anxiety
-Negativity
-Stress
-Irrational fears
-Traumatic or painfully emotional incidents
-Breakups
-Betrayals
-Feeling like you're not really yourself
-Self-doubt...
We will discuss how to unleash the inner you and tap into your true potential. So come to this online meetup!
This meeting is sponsored by the Hubbard Dianetics Foundation of Central Ohio
Blendon Woods Metro Park
Hi Ladies , Let's Hike Blendon Woods Metro Park .
We will meet at the nature center parking lot.
Hiking about 4 miles completing the blendon woods loop and the sugarbush trail .
Wear appropriate footwear and bring water for hydration .
Fundamentals: by do Jung Ishu/ the art of fighting
We are a real world Martial arts group. \
Called DO JUNG ISHU (the art of fighting) \
Based off of Jeet kune do we just continued where Bruce Lee left off. \
We have been around a while. \
Every week we get together and work technical skills and full contact spar. \
Almost all of the instructors have been in everything from street fights to the ring and some still compete in cage fighting. \
If you want to take your skills up, improve your confidence, gain self defense skills, get in better shape, test yourself or just want to kill some time and possibly get hit a bit come on down. \
We will be located at 3923 N High St, Columbus, OH 43214 Outside in the grass between the playground and horseshoe area. our instructors are normally in a black and red art of fighting shirt \ if you can not find us call or text me at 6143570295
Saturday 1:30pm Wednesday 5:45pm
From Age 16 and up. attendees under the age of 18 must have a guardian with them. \
Wear workout clothes. \
Bring a MOUTHPIECE! \
WE HAVE GLOVES. \
$10 per class
$5 per class if you are wearing a club shirt
Club shirts are $25
Hope to see you soon. \
let me know if you have any questions :)
Sharp Objects - Gillian Flynn
Join us for Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn!
Fresh from a brief stay at a psych hospital, reporter Camille Preaker faces a troubling assignment: she must return to her tiny hometown to cover the unsolved murder of a preteen girl and the disappearance of another. For years, Camille has hardly spoken to her neurotic, hypochondriac mother or to the half-sister she barely knows: a beautiful thirteen-year-old with an eerie grip on the town. Now, installed in her old bedroom in her family's Victorian mansion, Camille finds herself identifying with the young victims—a bit too strongly.
Dogged by her own demons, she must unravel the psychological puzzle of her own past if she wants to get the story-and survive this homecoming.























