Program details

Stay independent by improving your balance, strength and coordination to prevent falls.

Boost your confidence and reduce your falls risk through our tailored program.

Benefits include:

• increased muscle mass and enhanced bone health
• improved metabolic function and heart health
• improved mental and social well-being
• enhanced joint function and flexibility
• cognitive improvements

Classes run daily with a maximum of 6 participants per class.

Classes have a focus on strength, balance, agility and cardiovascular health with exercises tailored and prescribed individually for each participant.

Opening hours:

Classes are currently run on:

• Monday 12-1pm
• Tuesday 9-10am, 11:30-12:30pm
• Thursday 11:30-12:30pm, 12:30-1:30pm

Classes are not available on Public Holidays. 

There is flexibility in the schedule to add further classes. 

Cost:

$27.50 per class.
- If you have private health fund then you would only pay the gap payment. Health fund code to enquire with their insurance is 502.
- Type 2 diabetics also have the option to obtain a medicare referral from their GP for group based interventions and will receive a rebate of $19.30 per class for up to 8 visits.

Target age:

55 Plus

Special requirements or conditions:

- Participants should wear clothing and footwear that they can move freely with.
- For those with moderate to severe cognitive impairment it would be encouraged that they attend with a carer.
- If a participant requires a walking aid to access the community they would be encouraged to have this for the class also.

Minimum experience:

Beginner

Leader qualifications:

Exercise Physiologist

Private health insurance rebates:

Yes