Arthritis NSW Warm Water Exercise Classes - Potts Point » NSW Health

St Lukes Hospital, 18 Roslyn Street
Potts Point
2011

Contact details

Phone: 02 9857 3300
Email: gentleexercise@arthritisnsw.org.au
Website: https://www.arthritisnsw.org.au/health-services/exercise-classes/warm-water-exercise-classes/

Program details

Exercising in warm water is one of the most comfortable and effective ways that a person with arthritis can exercise. The buoyancy of the water supports the body, taking the weight off inflamed and painful joints. The warmth of the water helps tight joints to loosen up and relax, easing soreness and soothing any pain.

The role of the water in your exercise class is two-fold – not only does it soothe and support your body, it also offers resistance to your movements, acting somewhat like a weight to help strengthen your muscles while you exercise.

How can these classes help me?

Keep you moving
Improve your coordination and endurance
Ease stiff joints and relax sore muscles
Help you feel better

Opening hours:

Class times are:

Monday 1.15pm
Tuesday 7.30am
Thursday 7.30am
Friday 7.30am
Saturday 9.00am
Saturday 10.00am
Saturday 11.00am
Sunday 9.00am
Sunday 10.00am

Cost:

Cost per term: $150 per 10 week term for members of Arthritis NSW. $200 per 10 week term for non-members. $15 administration fee for the first term/first term of the year.

Target age:

50 Plus

Participants who would not be suitable for the program:

People with dementia or cognitive impairment
People with moderate to severe bladder or bowel incontinence
People with uncontrolled blood pressure or cardiac problems
People with infective skin conditions

Special requirements or conditions:

Participants must bring swimming clothes, a towel and a bottle of water

Minimum experience:

Beginner

Leader qualifications:

Fitness Leader - Registered Cert IV

Physiotherapist

Healthcare clearance requirement:

Yes

Parking availability:

Yes

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