WHAT IS PHYSIE?

Physical culture, or “physie” to its devotees, is a unique competitive sport fusing elements of gymnastics, contemporary dance, aerobics, jazz and ballet, with a strong focus on core strength, precise movement and rhythmic timing. It's long been known as a sport for girls and ladies aged five years and up, and is hugely enjoyable whether you're an absolute beginner or a seasoned champion.

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Physie involves a set syllabus of age-appropriate, low-impact dance-based movements set to modern, enjoyable music. The syllabus is learned in stages, memorised and perfected throughout the year, then performed at end-of-year competitions. You don't need dance experience to participate in a physie class, and fees are kept minimal to ensure that classes are affordable for all. Physie is a beneficial activity for mind, body and soul - it's a great way to keep active, have fun, make new friends and challenge your brain through every season of life!

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There are a number of different physie schools and associations around Australia, each of which approaches the sport of Physical Culture a little differently in terms of style, syllabus and attire. Fairfield City is a foundation club of the Edith Parsons School of Physical Culture (EP Physie) and remains proudly associated to this day. Other current and former physie associations you may be familiar with include BjP (Bjelke-Petersen), APDA (Australian Physie and Dance Association), Burns Association, United, WZ (Western Zone) and Morega.