Sports and Recreation Expo for International Students this Saturday

THE City of Melbourne has organised a Sports and Recreation Expo for International Students this Saturday which aims to help international students connect with sports and fun activities in Melbourne. Amber Wang has more.

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Melbourne Softball Association, Martial Arts Academy and the Bollywood dancing group Mai Nachungi Dance are among a list of sporting clubs, recreation services and student organisations attending the Sports and Recreation Expo for International Students this Saturday.

The event will see up to 20 sports and recreation providers showcase their wares to the community on a fun day at the Drill Hall near the Multicultural Hub in Melbourne.

The expo will include stalls, demonstrations and free trials featuring activities like bowling and weightlifting throughout the City of Melbourne for students to join and get involved in. Tickets to different activities and clubs are also on offer.

Student organisations and youth services including AFIS (Australian Federation of International Students) and Co Health are also among the stallholders.

The free event is expected to suit “all sports, all ages, all skills and interests”.

Come along, have fun and get involved. No bookings are required, just rock up!

When: Saturday May 16 (12.00pm to 4.00pm)

Where: Drill Hall, 26 Therry St, Melbourne (behind the City of Melbourne’s Multicultural Hub)

For more information, check out City of Melbourne’s Facebook event page.