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Interest Groups

Use your IWA membership directory to find the contact details for the ladies shown below.


MONDAY  
   
HILL TREKKING

For a fun, different way to get your exercise, come trek the beautiful paths of Penang Hill. Walkers of all levels welcome. Just bring good walking shoes, and plenty of water. We meet at the Youth Park exit off Waterfall Road at 8.30am. Experienced Penang Hill trekkers are welcome to teach us new routes.
Contact:
Yvonne Touby


YOGA FOR BEGINNERS

(NOTE: No yoga from 5 July, resumes 16 August)

Iyengar Yoga 8:15am - 10:00am

Do you need to stretch & tone your body?
Contact: Karen Gillanders


BEGINNERS & ADVANCED BRIDGE CLUB

1.00pm - 4.00pm at the IWA Office

Would you like to learn to play bridge? Looking for a regular game? Are you willing to help some less experienced enthusiasts improve their game?

Contact: Karen Gillanders


SCRABBLE

Afternoon. Venue to be advised.

Contact: Judith Ellidge


PHOTOGRAPHIC GROUP

First Monday of the month. Meet at about 9.30 and maybe have a light lunch afterwards. 

Contact: Sandie Lenton


TUESDAY
 
YOGA FOR INTERMEDIATES

(NOTE: No yoga from 5 July, resumes 16 August)

Iyengar Yoga 8:15am - 10:00am

Do you need to stretch & tone your body?

Contact: Karen Gillanders


MAHJONG

10:00am at the IWA Office

Come & join the fun - all players are welcomed from beginners to experienced.
Contact: Faye Ong


BUGGIES, BABES & BUMPS

For mums with young babies and pregnant women to meet at the Botanical Gardens every Tuesday morning at 9am for a walk. All nationalities welcome!

Contact: Liza Faskerty
 


CHOIR

10.30am

Do you love singing? If you can carry a tune and enjoy singing please come along and join us every Tuesday. it's lots of fun! Choir Director - George Swalwell.
Contact: Marlene Fox


BOOK CLUB

Meets second Tuesday afternoon of the month.

Contact: Faye Ong


WEDNESDAY
   

BOOK GROUP - MORNING

9:30am - 12:00noon

Meets on the last Wednesday of each month. Regular group attendance is not required in order to join in a discussion of a particular book.
Contact: Jen Heal


CANASTA

2:00pm-5:00pm at IWA Office

Play cards but don't know Canasta?  No problem, come along to one of our Wednesday afternoon sessions and we will show you how! Beginners and learners welcome.                                  
Contact: Barbara Williams


FLOWER GROUP

9.45am - 11.45am

Meets at IWA Office on first Wednesday of every month (unless Public Holiday). Learn how to arrange flowers for every occasion. All Members welcome, but you must sign up by the day before so Jo can buy enough flowers. Please bring your own cutters or secateurs.

Contact: Jo Sharpe or Penny @ Office


BOOK GROUP - EVENING Contact: Christine Sathiah

THURSDAY

   
YOGA FOR INTERMEDIATES

(NOTE: No yoga from 5 July, resumes 16 August)

Iyengar Yoga 8:15am - 10:00am

Do you need to stretch & tone your body?

Contact: Karen Gillanders


TENNIS

8:00am - 9.30am

Players of all levels are welcome to join this fun group.
Contact: Estelle Brisset


CRAFT GROUP

10:00am at the IWA Office

Enjoy relaxed sewing with a cup of coffee, snacks & good company. from quilting to cross-stitch to tapestry & smocking - whatever your craft, bring it along. If you are a beginner, there are plenty of willing helpers to get you started.
Contact: Barbara Williams


LEAGUE & SOCIAL BOWLING

10:00am at Penang Bowl, 38B Lebuh Farquhar

Come join us, relax, have fun & meet new people.
Contact: Rowella Colk


QUIZ NIGHT

7.30pm, third Thursday of each month, unless otherwise stated in Expressions or e-newsletter.

Contact: Sandie Lenton/Judith Ellidge


FRIDAY
 
YOGA FOR BEGINNERS

(NOTE: No yoga from 5 July, resumes 16 August)

Iyengar Yoga 8:15am - 10:00am

Do you need to stretch & tone your body?
Contact: Karen Gillanders


KIDS PLAYGROUP (0 - 4 years)

10-12am at the IWA office. The group is open to 0-4 year olds and their mums but during school holidays children up to 7 years old are welcome to join in.

 

Admission: a donation of RM5 per child per entry to go to a child related charity.

 

Please bring a towel and swimsuit for your child if he/she likes to try our paddle pool and some (healthy) snacks to share.


ANY DAY
 
GOLF - ALL LEVELS

Providing members with an introduction to golfing in Penang & surrounding areas. Play 18 holes twice a week, mostly at Kristal Golf Course, once in a while travelling to other challenging courses.

Contact: Maggie Territt


BRIDGE TOURNAMENT

Interested in competitive Bridge? Tournaments played throughout the year with the local Japanese ladies, social bridge in members houses & an introduction to the local Monday night Bridge Club.

Contact: Maggie Territt (IWA liaison)


Last Update: 21-07-2010