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Strong Stable Seniors

Shop 1&2, 39-41 Railway Parade, Engadine NSW 2233
Engadine
2233

Contact Details

Phone: 02 9548 3372
Email: admin@parksidesportsphysio.com.au
Website: http://www.parksidesportsphysio.com.au

Program Details

Strong Stable Seniors is a class designed for seniors living at home wishing to improve their strength and reduce the risk of falling. Minimum age is expected to be 50 years old.

This is a small group class (max 5 participants) lead by an Exercise Physiologist and/or Physiotherapist and includes:
Warm up activity: walk, exercise bike, treadmill
Strength exercises include: 
  • Sit to stand: differing heights, using added weight, offset foot placement, reach for objects with arms
  • Step ups: low step, box, using added weight
  • Bridges
  • Calf raise
  • Upper limb push and pull exercises while standing using functional trainer
Balance exercises to include
  • Single leg balance: eyes open, closed (where safe), standing on foam mat, catch and throw ball
  • Tandem stance
  • Heel toe standing
  • Standing hip flexion to 90 degrees
  • Stand and reach
  • Standing hip abduction
  • Sideways walking

Opening Hours:

Monday to Thursday, during school terms.

Class times are scheduled according to demand.

Cost:

$350 per term/program

Target Age:

55 Plus

Special requirements or conditions:

Comfortable exercise clothing and shoes, please bring a towel.

Minimum Experience:

Beginner

Leader Qualifications

Exercise Physiologist

Physiotherapist

Private Health Insurance Rebates:

Yes

Parking Availability:

Yes

Transport Options:

  • Bus
  • Train
  • Community Transport

Special Directions:

Stair-free access available from Engadine Place

Plan your trip: