Program details

Active Men's Exercise class is a program designed for Men to assist with strength, balance and flexibility.

Class included:

• 10 minute warm up with movements to music, co-ordinating arms/legs and different movement patterns. These movements will include transfer of weight and directional changes to improve balance.
• 30 minutes of strengthening exercises including sit to stand, seated leg extension, squats, lunges, knee lifts, leg lifts/extensions/curls, heel raises, Bicep curls, front/side raises, rows, triceps and rotator/lateral arm movements. Balance exercises with tandem stance, single leg lifts, heel toe walking etc.
• 10-15 minutes of floor/chair exercises, cooling down and stretches either seated or on the floor.

Opening hours:

Wednesday 8am during the school terms (approx. 10 weeks)

Cost:

$20 per class, paid by cash or bank transfer

Target age:

50 Plus

Participants who would not be suitable for the program:

Not suitable for clients with cognitive impairment, post-surgery (Dr clearance will be required)
those with walking aids or those unable to go up/down stairs at a normal pace.

Special requirements or conditions:

Participants should wear comfortable clothing, good supportive shoes and bring along a water bottle and mat/towel.

Minimum experience:

Beginner

Leader qualifications:

Fitness Leader - Accredited

Fitness Leader - Registered Cert IV