Sea Salt Walkers

Sea Salt Walkers is a vibrant sports club located in Bass Coast Shire, Victoria. With a group of dedicated members, the club promotes a healthy lifestyle through regular walking activities.

Led by their passionate walk organiser, Elly, the club meets every Wednesday at 9:30 am for a 45-60-minute walk. The group consists of 36 members who enjoy a medium-paced walk, providing a perfect balance between exercise and socialisation.

Unfortunately, Sea Salt Walkers is not dog, pram, or wheelchair-friendly, as the terrain may not be suitable for these companions. The meeting point for the walks is at Sea Salt Café on Surf Beach RD in Cape Paterson, ensuring easy accessibility and a convenient starting location.

For individuals looking to join a walking group in the Bass Coast Shire area, Sea Salt Walkers is a fantastic option. The club provides a supportive environment where members can improve their physical fitness while enjoying the beautiful coastal scenery.

Sea Salt Walkers is proudly supported by the National Heart Foundation of Australia, emphasising the club's commitment to promoting heart health. With a focus on building connexions within the community, Sea Salt Walkers invites individuals within a 10 km, 20 km, 25 km, 50 km, or 100 km radius to join their group and embark on a journey towards a healthier heart.

Walking regularly has numerous benefits, and Sea Salt Walkers aims to help participants reap these rewards. By walking for as little as 30 minutes a day, individuals can lower their risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes by 30 to 40 percent. Additionally, regular walking can assist in weight management, blood pressure and cholesterol control, cancer prevention, and improving bone density, balance, and coordination.

The club values the support and collaboration of healthcare professionals and encourages them to refer patients to their structured and supportive walking programme. By participating in Sea Salt Walkers, individuals can complement their healthcare and physical activity goals, leading to an overall improvement in their well-being.

Testimonials from dedicated members, such as Maria, highlight the positive impact of walking on both mental and physical health. With her inspiring story of overcoming weight, diabetes, and blood pressure issues, Maria emphasises how the simplest form of exercise can make a significant difference.

For those interested in joining the Sea Salt Walkers community, the club can be found on Facebook. By becoming a part of this active and supportive group, individuals can experience the joy of walking, improve their fitness, and connect with like-minded individuals in the Bass Coast Shire area.