Displaying local activities and events running in the next two weeks
Falls are not an inevitable part of getting older and the good news is, falls can often be prevented. Steady and Strong classes for older adults have been developed by experts to increase your strength and balance, helping you to stay stronger for longer and able to keep doing the things you love. You will do a mix of seated and standing exercises, with chair support for those who need it.
Walking netball is designed to help people keep an active lifestyle despite their age, as well as getting those back playing netball who had to stop due to injuries.
Functional Fitness for Seniors is about exercising to improve your ‘function’ - the things you need to do in day to day life. The class focuses on those 'Fundamental' movements that we all need to make the most of our lives, both now and in the future. It is about undertaking exercises that support you in every day movements taking a whole body approach. *Strength, *Balance, *Endurance, * Agility *Co-ordination This class is fun and friendly too!
Mixed ability Grade 1-2 up to 45 minutes, some moderate hills, brisk pace. Join us for a cuppa after in the Museum Cafe. If this is your first Health Walk, please arrive 10-15 minutes before the start so you can listen to a pre walk briefing. You don't need any special equipment but be sure to dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes and bring a bottle of water. Talking with each other is an important part of our Health Walk, so we’ll try to stick to a pace that makes this possible. A b...
Positive Movement is a very gentle exercise approach which combines techniques drawn from Adaptive Yoga (a well-researched method developed in America specifically for people with physical disabilities) with the principles and methods of the Alexander Technique (an approach which instils awareness of posture and movement) and with Mindfulness. Teachers (who are fully qualified and experienced Yoga teachers) undergo 8 full days of training in the approach. The fun sessions consist of an hour of ...
This seated exercise class to music focuses on exercising and strengthening the muscles used in everyday activity. The class is performed at a pace that suits participants and can be adapted to suit different abilities.
Our shortest walk, 20-30 minutes, flat and even ground, gentle pace, no stiles, regular stopping places. Children are welcome, however under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult and must also be registered as a health walker.
A Low Impact circuit class aimed for residents who are inactive and at risk of cardiovascular diseases and mild to moderate mental health conditions. Please note all participants looking to take part must book a consultation to see the Get Active Specialist first. This consultation will run through the essential inclusion criteria to determine eligibility. Participants will receive 6 weeks free of exercise classes and then £4.50 per person
An opportunity for you to enjoy the benefits of Fitness Pilates in a gentle environment. Expect focus on toning the core, establishing calm and gentle movement, and on balance. Some exercises will be floor-based on your mat, and some will be from a chair. Your Fitness Pilates instructor and experienced Personal Trainer, Kim, is guaranteed to support you in a gently motivating class. Please bring your own mat if you have one, and a bottle of water if required. Small Pilates equipment will be pro...
This a group for those aged 60+ Want to learn something new and fun, which is a full-body workout without feeling like one? Enjoy walking outdoors with like-minded others – great for mental and physical well-being, easy on the joints, and it burns up to 46% more calories than normal walking! To book, email: gonordicinsedgemoor@gmail.com