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Our mission is to inspire and encourage rural communities to improve their health and wellbeing through physical activity.
Welcome to Fat Farmers: Rural Health Initiative
(inclusive of Fat Farmers, Active Farmers and the Health Hub)
Fat Farmers started in 2012 in SA, and Active Farmers started in 2015 in NSW - both were created to foster connection and community, in what is otherwise a very isolating industry. Today, the organisation has grown into a nationwide network of fitness groups across more than 80 rural and regional towns.
Staying consistently active has proven benefits to mental health, and often sparks open conversations about life on the land.
We help rural communities across Australia get active by starting local fitness groups; gym classes (HIIT, boxing etc), walking or running groups, pilates classes etc - welcoming farmers, friends families, and rural community members of all fitness levels. Find your local group on the map & get involved, or contact us to start a new group in your community!
Times in local. Classes may change — check with your local Champion or Trainer for the latest details.
Last updated: 15 June 2026
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