Active In‑Betweens
Active In‑Betweens is a healthy lifestyle and resilience program for 9-12-year-olds.

Active In‑Betweens provides opportunities for children to:
- Eat and learn about healthy food.
- Connect positively with peers and supportive adults.
- Learn about interpersonal behaviours that contribute to good health and positive self-esteem.
- Engage with positive social and neighbourhood connection opportunities (e.g. youth services, local sporting clubs).
Children are empowered to:
- Increase their health literacy.
- Think independently.
- Increase their self-advocacy.
- Proactively keep their communities and environments safe.
Weekly, after-school programs are currently available at:
- Bellambi (Bellza).
- Bundaleer (Bundy) in Warrawong.
- Horsley (Horsley Outdoor Krew or HOK).
Active In‑Betweens is a community-based program with strong partnerships and community stakeholders promoting intersectoral collaboration. Current partners include:
- Barnardos
- Bellambi Neighbourhood Centre
- Calderwood Valley Seedling Fund
- Careways
- Dapto Leagues Club
- Health Promotion Unit (ISLHD)
- Illawarra Shoalhaven Social Investments (ISSIT)
- South32
Active In-Betweens Resources:
Active At Home Activity – Frisbee!
Active At Home Activity – Hoola Hoop!
Active At Home Activity – Hacky Sack!
Active At Home Activity – Bounce Ball!
“Having fruit and veg, exercising, and not having lots of sugary snacks makes you healthy and strong.”
Ella, Age 9