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Ballarat Alternative Health

Ballarat offers a varied local scene for complementary health and wellbeing, from appointment-based naturopathy and traditional Chinese medicine to yoga, massage and community movement programs. You might explore a consultation, join a class in a heritage or community setting, or browse specialist products for the pantry and home.

The choices below include services in Ballarat Central and nearby suburbs, as well as programs extending across the wider area. Each has a distinct format, so you can take your time comparing what fits your interests and practical needs.

🌿 Naturopathy and herbal medicine

Acorn & Oak Apothecary

Acorn & Oak combines a naturopathic clinic with a herbal apothecary in Ballarat Central. Its listed services include naturopathy, herbal medicine, nutrition and functional medicine testing. The premises also hosts herbal medicine workshops, women’s circles and seasonal community events. In the apothecary, you can browse herbal teas, tinctures, bath soaks, crystals and gifts.

46 Armstrong St North, Ballarat Central Victoria, 3350 · ☎ 0407811353

Building Health Naturopathy

Building Health Naturopathy is an appointment-only practice serving Ballarat and surrounding suburbs. Consultations are described as personalised and are listed in 60–90-minute formats, allowing time for a detailed discussion. The practice publishes both a landline and mobile contact for enquiries.

Ballarat and surrounding areas, Victoria · ☎ 03 5334 4582; 0438 389 421 (mobile)

🪷 Acupuncture and Chinese medicine

Acupuncture by Annie

Based at The Co-Lab 3350, Acupuncture by Annie lists acupuncture alongside moxibustion, Tui Na Chinese massage, acupressure, cupping, Gua Sha and Chinese exercise therapy. The practice also runs Yin + Pin workshops and Pilates events, giving its offering a class-based dimension as well as individual appointments.

The Co-Lab 3350, 704 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central, Victoria 3350

Calm Shen

Calm Shen is a Chinese medicine practice led by Chinese Medicine Practitioner Dr Tara Jackson. Its services include Chinese medicine, acupuncture and herbal medicine. Appointments are held at Soldiers Hill Allied Health on Saturdays and Sundays. Separate published contacts distinguish direct enquiries for Tara from reception.

Soldiers Hill Allied Health, 605 Howitt Street, Soldiers Hill, Ballarat VIC 3350 · ☎ 0431 008 555 (Tara); 03 4313 2060 (reception)

🤲 Massage and bodywork

Healicorp Massage and Bodywork

Healicorp offers remedial, relaxation, deep-tissue and traditional Chinese massage, including Tui Na. Other listed modalities include cupping, reflexology, hot stone treatments, dry needling, pregnancy massage and sports massage. Services are available in the Ballarat Central clinic, with mobile visits listed for eligible aged-care and NDIS clients.

202B Sturt Street, Ballarat Central, VIC 3350 · ☎ 0493 858 804

Chrysalis Bowen Therapy

Chrysalis Bowen Therapy in Golden Point describes sessions using gentle rolling movements over muscles, ligaments and tendons, with pauses between procedures. Clients remain in loose clothing during the session. The practice publishes its Ballarat premises and direct contact details.

206 Grant Street, Golden Point, Ballarat · ☎ 0490 047 504

🧘 Yoga, meditation and mindful movement

Ballarat Yoga

Ballarat Yoga is an Iyengar yoga studio in Ballarat East, with daily classes for beginners through to experienced students. Its approach focuses on alignment and uses props such as blankets, bolsters and belts. Classes are offered in the fully equipped studio, described as a former York Street milk bar, and online via Zoom.

306 York Street, Ballarat East 3350 · ☎ 0412 123 821

Jaya Yoga

Jaya Yoga operates from a heritage building in Ballarat Central. Its classes integrate yoga postures, pranayama breathing exercises, meditation, yoga nidra relaxation and yogic philosophy. The studio also lists a range of class types and events, offering ways to engage with both movement and contemplative practice.

108 Lewis Street, Ballarat Central · ☎ 0419 220 814

🌱 Community Tai Chi and QiGong

City of Ballarat Ageing Well: Tai Chi and QiGong

City of Ballarat Ageing Well runs low-cost weekly Tai Chi and QiGong activities for the local 55+ community. Tai Chi sessions are listed at Vickers Street Community Hub in Sebastopol and Learmonth Bowling Club, while QiGong takes place at Brown Hill Hall and Djila-tjarriu Community Hub in Alfredton. No bookings are required for the weekly classes, which do not run on public holidays.

Sebastopol, Learmonth, Brown Hill and Alfredton, Victoria · ☎ 5320 5500 (Ageing Well Services information and accessibility enquiries)

🏷️ Specialist health and bulk-food shops

Go Vita Ballarat

Go Vita Ballarat stocks supplements, protein and sports supplements, gluten-free and vegan foods, teas, cleaning products, and hair and skin-care products. The store states that a naturopath or nutritionist is on the floor most days, alongside its retail range.

23 Sturt St, Ballarat, VIC, 3350 · ☎ 03 5331 5316

The Source Bulk Foods Ballarat

The Source Bulk Foods Ballarat lists more than 350 bulk products, including pantry staples, nuts, seeds, grains, herbs, flours, spices, dried fruit, superfoods and protein powders. Its range also includes organic, gluten-free and vegan products, along with eco-friendly cleaning products.

Shop 3, 1-3 Eastwood Street, Ballarat Central VIC 3550 · ☎ 03 5333 7404

Whether you are curious about a new movement class, looking for a local consultation or simply browsing specialist products, Ballarat’s offerings make it possible to explore at your own pace. Check the details for the service or program that interests you, particularly where appointment times, community eligibility or visiting arrangements apply.

Local practitioners, community organisers and specialist retailers with relevant Ballarat-area offerings are welcome to add or update their listing, helping readers connect with the people and places contributing to the region’s complementary health and wellbeing community.

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