2021 exercise classes for Seniors & others
Seated arthritis exercises and Spin poi classes starting back this week in Eastern suburbs, on Zoom, and monthly in Karori. The classes are primarily for seniors, but all ages and physical abilities are welcome.
SEATED EXERCISE CLASS - 50 minutes of gentle exercises set to music. 2 songs standing, the rest of the class is seated in chairs. Aims of the class: Gentle exercise for those who can't exercise standing up / Prevent joint stiffness & maintain joint and muscle mobility / Have fun! Suitable for a variety of conditions, including various forms of arthritis, recovery from strokes or heart attacks, chronic fatigue, MS, seniors easing back into exercise.
Monday mornings, 10.30am - from 11 Jan
o Kilbirnie Community Centre, $5
SPIN POI - Playing with poi is a lot of fun! Spin Poi can be done sitting or standing and is suitable for almost everyone. Inspired by traditional poi, it has been adapted by Dr Kate Riegle van West to be a safe and effective exercise, especially for older populations. On top of the usual benefits of exercise, typically people will see improvements in grip strength, attention, focus, balance and coordination. No need to book. Poi provided. Or there some new sets available for sale if you want your own personal set. The class is suitable for beginners to intermediate. It is 45 minutes long and we cover:
o Welcome, safety reminders & warm up
o Practice poi movements
o Playtime! 20-25 minutes of poi to music
o Cool down
Thursday mornings, 11am
o Thu, 21 & 28 Jan - Seatoun Village Hall - koha
o 1st, 3rd & 5th weeks from 4 Feb - Strathmore Park Community Centre - $2
o 2nd & 4th weeks from 11 Feb - Seatoun Village Hall - $2
Thursday evenings, 5pm - starting 14 Jan
o Kilbirnie Community Centre - koha (suggested $8 waged, $5 unwaged)
Last Friday of every month, 11.15am - starting 29 Jan
o Karori Community Centre, $7
I am a certified SpinPoi instructor who has taught exercise classes for seniors for 15 years.
If these times don't work for you, email me on deb@frot.co.nz or call 04 934 6366 for info on Zoom classes - Mon 6pm (Beginners) or Wed 2pm (Open).
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Cheery Bargains
Come on in to Red Cross shop Kilbirnie to pick up some bargains to celebrate the year of the horse!
Our bargains are located at 27 Rongotai Road Kilbirnie, the shop is open 7 days, 9am to 5pm Monday to Saturday, and 10am to 4pm Sunday.
We hope to see you here soon!
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