Fit 4 Work: The Mas Transition Program That Will Improve Your Health and Get You “Fit 4 Work”

On Tuesday, 17th May 2022, our Mas Transition Team will “kick-off” the 3rd Intake to our Mas Fit 4 Work program. Mas Fit 4 Work is part of the South Australian Government’s new strategy Game On: “Getting South Australia Moving”, a framework for ensuring physical activity and exercise can fit seamlessly into our daily lives to improve the well-being of communities.

What can participants expect?

• 24 interactive workshops
• Participate in 12 different sports activities over 12 weeks
• Bespoke accredited training based on your employment goals
• Opportunities to explore different careers
• Meet employers
• Meet new people who are like minded
• Ongoing mentoring and support after the program
• Improved health

Mas’ Fit 4 Work program is FREE to join and will engage unemployed non-active individuals with the aim being to get people “Fit for Work”.

How does it work?

The program will involve facilitation whereby 50% shall be sports and rec based and 50% work ready workshops:

• Duration: 12 weeks per program (three programs over 12 months)
• Sessions: Two intakes per program = two days per week per intake (24 sessions in total)

Who is it for?

• 16-24 year olds

When is the next Intake?

• 17th May 2022 – St Clair Recreation Centre
• 19th May 2022 – Christie Downs Community House

Delivering Valued, Sustainable and Effective Solutions

Through better coordination between whole-of-government and sectors that play an enabling role in physical activity, Mas Fit 4 Work, in collaboration with Game On, will assist to reverse the levels of poor physical activity and increase movement opportunities across the state, leading to stronger outcomes in community wellbeing, liveability and economic productivity.

Key outcomes:

• Lifelong physical activity
• Opportunity to “kick-start” your career and connect with industry stakeholders / employers
• Growth in active transport and commuting
• Active young people with good coordination and strong fundamental movement skills
• Affordable sport and recreation opportunities
• Sustainable sport and recreation sector
• Additional volunteers with enhanced training
• Explore our diverse platform of apprentice and trainee programs on offer