FAQ

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Here are a range of questions and answers that people commonly ask us. Should you have a question not covered below, please contact us directly.

  • Absolutely. We are always looking to form new groups and expand our offering to members. Simply contact us with your group idea and we will call for expressions of interest via email and our magazine. If enough interest in shown, we’ll organise a meeting about the new group, and from those who attend, establish a small committee to run the new activity. Retire Active SA also has other forms of assistance (if required) to help establish new groups.

  • Not on a regular basis, however we do offer one or two complimentary come n’ try session/s allowing you (or your partner/friends) to get a feel for the activity. However, if continued attendance is sought, a membership is required. Please note that a carer is permitted to attend with a member, should they require this level of ongoing assistance.

  • Absolutely. Anyone can join Retire Active SA, regardless of age or circumstance.

  • Absolutely. Membership with Retire Active SA allows you to participate in as many groups as you desire.

  • A single 12-month membership is $53. A joint 12-month membership is $98. You also have the option to purchase a 3-year membership. A single 3-year membership $159. A joint 3-year membership is $294.

    Some groups also charge a small fee to cover their running costs. Further details can be found on the Memberships page.

  • Retire Active SA accepts most payment types including cash, cheque, money order, credit card and direct debit. For more information and to join, please visit the Membership page.

  • As a not-for-profit organisation, membership fees cover operational costs including insurance, office running expenses, the salary of one paid employee, magazine development and ad hoc marketing costs. Retire Active SA does not receive any government subsidy, however, some activity groups do seek grants from time to time.

  • Some groups (depending on the activity) bear ongoing running costs which require an additional small fee to be paid by members. Generally, these fees will cover items such as equipment (e.g. table tennis tables/balls), group newsletter or venue expenses.

  • Unfortunately, members are unable to receive a refund on membership fees.

  • Our central office is located at Level 4, 25 Leigh Street, Adelaide. The office is open from 9:30am – 2:30pm, Tuesday to Friday each week.

    With activities available throughout metropolitan and country areas, many groups do not have a fixed address for meetings. For further information about our activities, please visit our Groups page.

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