50+ Aerobics & Aquarobics Classes - Whangārei Aquatic

🏊‍♀️ Join the Fifties Forward Exercise & Social Group for twice-weekly fitness sessions at the Whangarei Aquatic Centre! Our welcoming community offers both land-based aerobics and water-based aquarobics classes designed specifically for adults aged 50-90+.

Class Schedule:

• Aerobic Classes (10am): Sit Fit classes including weights, fitness bands, balance exercises, yoga and stretching
• Aqua Classes (11am): Low-impact water exercises to help improve joint mobility

Difficulty Level: Suitable for those with limited mobility (Level 1) and those with reasonable mobility (Level 2)

What to Bring: Comfortable clothes suitable for your chosen activity

Location: Whangarei Aquatic Centre, 5 Ewing Road, Riverside, Whangārei

Social Aspect: Members enjoy coffee or tea in the café after workouts, plus regular social meetings, lunches and outings

Contact: Patricia at 027 488 0812 for membership details and pricing

Benefits of Senior Fitness Classes in Whangārei 💪 🌿

Regular exercise becomes increasingly important as we age, providing numerous physical and mental wellbeing benefits. The Fifties Forward Exercise & Social Group combines the best of both worlds - structured fitness activities with valuable social connection.

Aerobic exercises help maintain cardiovascular health, while the gentle resistance work with weights and bands helps preserve muscle mass and bone density. For those with joint concerns, aquarobics offers an excellent low-impact alternative that reduces pressure on knees and hips while still providing effective resistance training.

The dual difficulty levels (Level 1 and Level 2) ensure these classes accommodate various fitness abilities:

• Level 1: Perfect for those using walking aids, with limited mobility, reduced strength/balance, or who feel unsure about physical activities
• Level 2: Suitable for participants with reasonable mobility who can walk unassisted, move without difficulty, and feel comfortable with physical activity

Beyond the physical benefits, the Fifties Forward community creates valuable social connections. With 70-80 members, this established club understands that maintaining an active social life is just as crucial for wellbeing as physical exercise. Regular meetups, lunches and outings provide opportunities to form friendships and combat isolation.

The convenient Whangārei Aquatic Centre location offers excellent facilities for both land and water exercises, plus the added bonus of café gatherings after workouts. This holistic approach to active ageing helps members maintain independence, strength, and social connections in a supportive Kiwi environment. 🌿 🏊‍♀️