Barbara Nickless - Giving Back, Staying Healthy and Celebrating 72 Years episode artwork

EPISODE · Dec 12, 2025 · 37 MIN

Barbara Nickless - Giving Back, Staying Healthy and Celebrating 72 Years

from To Centre Stage · host To Centre Stage

Barbara Nickless takes To Centre Stage this week! Barbara or 'Barb' as many of the performers call her, is a well known volunteer in Victorian Calisthenics, earning her a spot on Calisthenics Victoria's esteemed list of life members. Inthis uplifting episode, Barbara discusses the early days of Calisthenics and how the sport has evolved over the many years she has participated as a performer, examiner, adjudicator and now volunteer MC. We discuss Barbara's experiences in each of her roles in Calisthenics and what drives her to keep being apart of the sport we all love. We discuss Barb's emphasis on giving back to the community and her life outside of the sport.This podcast is hosted by Calisthenics Victoria's Emily Cox and produced by Elle Palmer.This podcast is sponsored by Shine Trimmings & Fabrics, Australia's leading supplier of fabrics, trimmings, lace & crystals to the dance and fashion industry - https://shinetrimmingsfabrics.com.auFollow us on socials!Instagram - www.instagram.com/calisthenicsvictoria/Facebook - www.facebook.com/calisthenicsvictoria/TikTok- www.tiktok.com/@calisthenicsvictoria_Website- www.calisthenics.asn.auMake sure to follow, like, comment and share this podcast for more To Centre Stage!

Barbara Nickless takes To Centre Stage this week! Barbara or 'Barb' as many of the performers call her, is a well known volunteer in Victorian Calisthenics, earning her a spot on Calisthenics Victoria's esteemed list of life members. Inthis uplifting episode, Barbara discusses the early days of Calisthenics and how the sport has evolved over the many years she has participated as a performer, examiner, adjudicator and now volunteer MC. We discuss Barbara's experiences in each of her roles in Calisthenics and what drives her to keep being apart of the sport we all love. We discuss Barb's emphasis on giving back to the community and her life outside of the sport.This podcast is hosted by Calisthenics Victoria's Emily Cox and produced by Elle Palmer.This podcast is sponsored by Shine Trimmings & Fabrics, Australia's leading supplier of fabrics, trimmings, lace & crystals to the dance and fashion industry - https://shinetrimmingsfabrics.com.auFollow us on socials!Instagram - www.instagram.com/calisthenicsvictoria/Facebook - www.facebook.com/calisthenicsvictoria/TikTok- www.tiktok.com/@calisthenicsvictoria_Website- www.calisthenics.asn.auMake sure to follow, like, comment and share this podcast for more To Centre Stage!

NOW PLAYING

Barbara Nickless - Giving Back, Staying Healthy and Celebrating 72 Years

0:00 37:57

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

No similar episodes found.

No similar podcasts found.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of To Centre Stage?

This episode is 37 minutes long.

When was this To Centre Stage episode published?

This episode was published on December 12, 2025.

What is this episode about?

Barbara Nickless takes To Centre Stage this week! Barbara or 'Barb' as many of the performers call her, is a well known volunteer in Victorian Calisthenics, earning her a spot on Calisthenics Victoria's esteemed list of life members. Inthis...

Can I download this To Centre Stage episode?

Yes, you can download this episode by clicking the download button on the episode player, or subscribe to the podcast in your preferred podcast app for automatic downloads.
URL copied to clipboard!