What to know about Newcastle
- The Newcastle - Maitland Significant Urban Area had 508,437 residents at the 2021 Census, with a median age of 39.Source: ABS 2021 Census QuickStats
- City of Newcastle licenses personal training, group fitness and boot camp classes in its parks, sportsgrounds and beaches.Source: City of Newcastle
- Licensed outdoor fitness classes in Newcastle are limited to 18 people per trainer and are not allowed at Newcastle Beach or the Newcastle and Merewether Ocean Baths.Source: City of Newcastle, Personal Training Application Form (2026)
- Civic Park on King Street is a hireable park the council suggests for events including fitness activities.Source: City of Newcastle
- Maitland City Council issues six-month and 12-month licences to personal trainers and commercial fitness groups.Source: Maitland City Council, Fees and Charges 2026-27
- Gillieston Heights Community Hub on Redwood Drive is a Maitland council venue with two activity rooms.Source: Maitland City Council
Yoga in Newcastle and Maitland
The Newcastle and Maitland urban area had 508,437 people at the 2021 Census (ABS QuickStats), taking in Lake Macquarie, Cessnock and Raymond Terrace as well as the two cities. It is a big area, so tell us your suburb, from Merewether to East Maitland, rather than just Newcastle.
Licences, limits and venues
City of Newcastle licenses group fitness in its parks, sportsgrounds and beaches (City of Newcastle), with classes of up to 18 people per trainer and none at Newcastle Beach or the ocean baths (application form). Civic Park on King Street can be hired for fitness activities (City of Newcastle). In Maitland, the council licenses personal trainers and fitness groups for six or 12 months (Maitland City Council) and its Gillieston Heights Community Hub has activity rooms (Maitland City Council).
Yoga in Newcastle: questions
Can I do yoga on Newcastle Beach?
Not in a paid class: the council does not allow licensed fitness classes at Newcastle Beach or the ocean baths. Other parks and reserves are licensed.
Do you cover Lake Macquarie?
Yes: Charlestown, Warners Bay, Belmont and the rest. Type your suburb and choose New South Wales.