Program details

All of our classes are now part of our COTA 'Strength for Life Program' @ the PIT. Council on the Ageing NSW empowers people through advocacy and information to create an age-inclusive NSW.

Strength for Life Program is an exciting new exercise program to help older adults improve their physical strength and fitness. It is a progressive training program designed to improve strength, balance, coordination and endurance.

As well as increasing strength, other likely benefits of the program include:

• improved balance
• increased mobility
• reduced risk of falls
• preventing or managing arthritis, osteoporosis, diabetes and heart disease
• speeding up recovery from illness
• reducing lower back pain
• improved ability to undertake daily living tasks
• opportunities for social interaction
• improvement in self-esteem and mental well-being.

This program is a part of our Longevity Senior Services 50+ Club, so all current LSS members welcome. Client must have already participated in any of our other classes before being issued a personal program.

Opening hours:

Tuesdays

• 10:30am to 11:30am

Cost:

Initial assessment $40 for initial class
$10 per class/visit (pay as you go)

Target age:

50 Plus

Participants who would not be suitable for the program:

Dementia/cognitive impairment, post-surgery or those with walking aid are not suitable

Special requirements or conditions:

Bring a drink bottle and a towel and you need to wear white sole shoes.

Minimum experience:

Beginner

Leader qualifications:

Fitness Leader - Accredited

Fitness Leader - Registered Cert III

Fitness Leader - Registered Cert IV

Stepping On Facilitator

Tai Chi Instructor (Accredited)

Tai Chi Leader

Qigong Leader

Healthcare clearance requirement:

Yes