Gentle Strength & Balance Classes at Age Concern

🧠 Steady As You Go is a gentle exercise class that focuses on improving your strength and balance. This supportive class includes seated exercises, standing activities, and walking practice, making it perfect for those with limited to reasonable mobility.

Regular participants report feeling stronger, more confident, and notice significant improvements in their stability and everyday movements.

• Location: Age Concern Canterbury, 24 Main North Road, Papanui, Christchurch
• Cost: $3 per session
• Suitable for: People with limited mobility or those who can walk without help but want to improve their balance and strength
• Contact: Age Concern at (03) 366 0903 or team@ageconcerncan.org.nz

Why Strength and Balance Training Matters for Older Adults 💪

Maintaining good balance and strength becomes increasingly important as we age. Regular participation in gentle exercise classes like Steady As You Go can provide numerous benefits for your health and wellbeing:

• Reduced fall risk: Improved balance and strength can significantly decrease your chance of falls, one of the most common causes of injury among older Kiwis
• Increased independence: Better mobility means maintaining your ability to perform daily activities without assistance
• Enhanced confidence: As your physical abilities improve, so does your confidence in moving about your home and community
• Social connection: Group classes provide valuable opportunities to meet others and form supportive relationships
• Improved mental wellbeing: Physical activity releases endorphins that boost mood and cognitive function

The exercises taught in Steady As You Go are specifically designed to target the muscle groups and balance systems that tend to weaken with age. By practicing these movements regularly in a supportive environment, you'll develop practical skills that transfer directly to everyday activities like standing from a chair, walking confidently, or navigating uneven surfaces.

Whether you're currently using a walking aid, feeling a bit unsteady on your feet, or simply want to maintain your current mobility, this class provides a supportive environment to work at your own pace. The mixture of seated and standing exercises ensures everyone can participate regardless of fitness level.

Join our friendly community at Age Concern Canterbury and take a positive step toward improved mobility and confidence. 🌿