Our History
On June 4, 1897, the Payneham Boys Club held its first class for boys 12 years old and over. Classes were held in the “Cooee Hall” in Henry Street, bought in 1904 by the Club for 150 pounds. In 1905 ladies classes were added to the programme and the Club was renamed the Cooee Club. Continuous growth in programmes followed, halted only by a fire in 1915 which destroyed the roof and the two World Wars when the premises were used for other purposes.
The Centre has at various times had Boys and Girls Gymnastics, Boxing, Judo, Self-defence, Marching Girls, Tennis, Cricket and Volleyball. During the 1960s the need for larger premises became apparent. Plans were drawn and negotiations with the City of Payneham were implemented. It took until September 1978 when a joint venture with the Payneham Youth Centre, the City of Payneham and the Education Department of SA meant the Club was able to move into its current premises.
Vision
To be a premiere Gymnastics for All Club, developing fun, friendship, fitnessand fundementals ina supportive and caring environment.
'GFA - A Gateway to the World'
Mission
To Provide to the community a high quality Gymnastics for All Program, which allows gymnasts to build friendships through participationin local, national, and international Gymnastics, Wheel Gymnastics and Performance Events.
Volunteering
The Committee of Payneham Youth Centre is solely run by a group of hardworking and pationate volunteers who obtain a lot of enjoyment working with the youth and community, through all the activities the club now offers.
