LIFT YOUR MOOD 2025: A Fundraising Series for Black Dog Institute
Media Release/Publicity
Sydney,14 october,2025
Event Date: Saturday 18 October – Saturday 25 October 2025
In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, One Playground is proud to present Lift Your Mood 2025 -a curated series of events and workshops throughout October, dedicated to raising awareness of mentalwellbeing and raising $10,000 for the Black Dog Institute.
Each event offers a unique pathway to connection, resilience, and emotional release – whether through breathwork, physical activity, or mind-body practices. The events are designed to foster authentic conversations around mental health.
Event Lineup
1. Lift Your Mood: Racing For Wellbeing
Date &Time: Saturday 18 October, 7:00 am – 11:15 am AEDT
Location: One Playground Marrickville
Price: $25
Details:
Organised by ONE RUN Marrickville, this four-hour treadmill challenge brings people together to raise mental health awareness. In teams of up to 6, participants run on their own dedicated treadmill to log as many kilometres as possible. Every team’s effort counts — and a $500 donation will be made to Black Dog Institute
in the name of the winning team. Expect high energy, live DJ music, and community spirit.
Giving Back: 100% of proceeds from this event will be donated directly to Black Dog Institute as part of the Lift Your Mood campaign.
Event link – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lift-your-mood-racing-for-wellbeing-tickets-1753063884269
2. Lift Your Mood: Transformation Breathwork Workshop
Date & Time: Sunday 19 October, 10:30 am
Location: Urban Oasis, One Playground (Surry Hills)
Price: $85
Details:
Join master breathwork facilitator Chris Sulfa of Align Breathwork for an immersive session using Conscious Connected Breathwork techniques to release stress, improve mental clarity, and foster emotional resilience.
Participants will be guided through a transformational breath journey, gaining tools to integrate breathwork into daily life for ongoing wellbeing. After the session, attendees will receive a PDF guide with practices to continue their breathwork journey at home.
Giving Back: 50% of ticket proceeds will be donated to Black Dog Institute.
Tickets here – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lift-your-mood-transformation-breathwork-workshop-tickets-1752528041549
3. Lift Your Mood: MoodBoost Workshop
Date & Time: Saturday 25 October, 10:00 am
Location: One Playground Merrylands
Price: Free (for members)
Details:
A complimentary two-hour workshop, for One Playground members, combining a dynamic boxing session and a guided breathwork experience. Led by One Playground Group Fitness trainers, Noor and Asami, this class is designed for all fitness levels and aims to release tension, calm the nervous system, and restore energetic balance. Though free, participants are encouraged to donate to the Lift Your Mood campaign.
Giving Back: While the class is free for members, donations are invited and will support Black Dog Institute’s research efforts.
Donate here – https://www.teamblackdog.org.au/fundraisers/oneplayground
Want to win a free 12-month One Playground Play membership?
Simply donate over $5 to Black Dog Institute and go in a virtual draw for your chance to win.
Donate here – https://www.teamblackdog.org.au/fundraisers/oneplayground
Why Lift Your Mood Matters
One in five Australians will experience a mental health condition each year. The stigma around discussing emotional struggles remains a barrier to seeking support. Lift Your Mood 2025 is about breaking through that barrier and giving people safe, supportive, and accessible experiences to connect with themselves and others.
By participating, you’re not just nurturing your own wellbeing – you’re backing vital research and early intervention programs at Black Dog Institute, helping more Australians get support when they need it.
