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A milestone worth celebrating

New look. New chapter. Same mission.

We are proud to announce that Fun Friday Club is now officially registered as an Incorporated Association.

What started as a simple idea to bring people together through movement, connection and mental health awareness continues to grow into something bigger.

Our new logo reflects this milestone and the journey ahead. While our identity continues to evolve, our purpose remains unchanged: to build a community where everyone feels welcomed, supported and connected.

Thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey. We are just getting started.

Fun Friday Club Inc. · Move • Connect • Feel Good.

Come celebrate with us — and help shape what comes next. Bring yourself, your friends, your energy and your story. Everyone is welcome, and there is a place for you at Fun Friday Club.

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Weekly community meetup

Fun Friday Club

Move. Connect. Feel good.

A simple weekly ritual where we move our bodies, make real connections, and leave better than we arrived.

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Our mission

To create a simple, welcoming weekly ritual where people move their bodies, make real connections, and leave feeling better than they arrived, especially international students building a new life in Australia.

Our vision

A global, community led network of weekly meetups providing walks, runs, workshops, and practical support such as food, water, and clothing for people who need it, funded by partners and well wishers. Fun Friday Club Inc. is a Victorian incorporated association, so the club can hold its own bank account, take sponsorships and insure itself properly.

Our story

Fun Friday started in January 2025 after cofounders Erick Mugaa Mpuria, Stacy Lewamba, Rose Makena Mpuria, and Kelly Ntwali began their own fitness journeys and felt the benefits, including more energy, better mood, and clearer minds.

Erick works in the service industry and noticed a gap: international students often lacked healthy connection points and low pressure spaces to talk. Week 1 launched at 1000 Steps, Kokoda, Melbourne. The vibe was unreal and it kicked off Season 1 with 20 straight weeks of meet, move, and connect.

Saravallary Sindani and Kevin Kattam joined the leadership later. Stevan Stankovic from 369 Mind Therapy added mental wellbeing support. We welcome people of all backgrounds and believe we are one community.

Leadership

Erick Mugaa Mpuria

Director

Kelly Ntwali

Assistant Director

Stevan Stankovic

Secretary

Rose Makena Mpuria

Treasurer

Kevin Kattam

Board of Directors

Saravallary Sindani

Board of Directors

What happens each week

  1. Arrival and welcome. Quick introductions, vibe check, outline the plan. About 5 minutes.
  2. Warm up stretches. Gentle mobility to get everyone ready. About 5 minutes.
  3. Walk or run. 3 to 5 km at your own pace, no one left behind. 35 to 45 minutes.
  4. Cool down. Light stretches and breathing. About 5 minutes.
  5. Share fruit or food and catch up. Conversation, photos, weekly updates. 10 to 15 minutes.
  6. Wrap. Next week location and time, any shout outs or partner notes. 2 to 3 minutes.

Where we are

Active chapters run weekly. Pick the city closest to you.

Fun Friday Melbourne

Melbourne

Victoria, Australia

Weekly on Fridays. Where it all started at 1000 Steps, Kokoda.

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Fun Friday Adelaide

Adelaide

South Australia

Weekly on Fridays.

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Fun Friday Kitale

Kitale

Kenya

Weekly on Saturdays. The first chapter outside Australia.

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Two more chapters are forming: Wagga Wagga in Australia and Srinagar in India. If you want to start one, email [email protected].

What to bring

  • Water.
  • Comfortable shoes.
  • Weather-appropriate layers.
  • Fruit if you'd like to share.
  • Good energy and respect for others.

Impact so far

  • A weekly anchor that helps students manage stress and homesickness.
  • A safe, light hearted space for conversation, confidence, and routine.
  • Participants report better mood and more focus.

Partners and support

  • 369 Mind Therapy. Mental wellness guidance and occasional guided meditations.
  • Marketage. Marketing and communications support.
  • We welcome aligned partners.

Values and culture

  • Simple and consistent, same easy format every week.
  • Inclusive, all backgrounds, beliefs, and bodies welcome.
  • Community led, local volunteers shape each chapter.
  • Do no harm, safety over speed, encouragement over ego.
  • Give back, grow impact beyond the walk with workshops and essentials for those who need them.

Safety and respect

  • Follow path and park rules. Keep left and be mindful of others.
  • Look out for traffic, bikes, prams, and dogs.
  • If you feel unwell, slow down or sit out. No pressure to push.
  • Zero tolerance for discrimination, harassment, or unsafe behaviour.

FAQ

How long does it take?
About an hour end to end.
Do I need to be fit?
No. Go at your pace, walk or jog.
Cost?
Free.
Are kids welcome?
Yes, with a parent or carer.
What about bad weather?
Light rain is usually on. In severe weather we reschedule.
Photos?
Optional. Tell a lead if you'd prefer not to be photographed.

Mental Wellness Marathon

Saturday 19 December 2026. Our one-off community event for mental health: a 5 km, 10 km, 15 km or 21 km run, walk or ride, plus movement, connection and wellbeing sessions, for international students, locals and anyone who wants to spend a day among people.

  • Date: Saturday 19 December 2026.
  • Where: being confirmed. We post it here and on Instagram as soon as it is settled.
  • Who: everyone. All fitness levels. Children welcome with a parent or carer.
  • Cost: free.
Full marathon details Email us

Registration takes a couple of minutes: your details, an emergency contact, and the participation waiver. The form opens right here on the page.

Want to know the moment the place is confirmed? Email [email protected] or follow @fun_friday_club.

Come along this week

Pick a chapter and show up. Melbourne and Adelaide walk on Fridays, Kitale on Saturdays.

Email us @fun_friday_club