Mobility & Balance Classes | MS & Parkinson's Canterbury

🧘 Enhance your stability and movement with our specialised Balance & Mobility classes at Multiple Sclerosis & Parkinson's Canterbury. These sessions are designed to improve your balance, coordination, and gait through targeted standing exercises.

Class Features:

• Suitable for all mobility levels
• Focus on practical balance and coordination skills
• Standing exercises that improve everyday movement
• Participants must be able to get up and down from the floor independently

Location: 70 Langdons Road, Papanui, Christchurch 8053

Cost:

• $10 per session when booking 10+ sessions
• $12 for casual visits

Contact: Call 03 366 2857 or email support@ms-pd.org.nz for bookings and inquiries

Why Balance Training Matters for Neurological Conditions 🧠

Balance and mobility training is particularly beneficial for those managing neurological conditions. Regular practice can help maintain independence and confidence in daily activities.

These specialised classes offer more than just physical benefits. They provide:

• Improved stability: Reducing fall risk through targeted exercises that strengthen core muscles and improve proprioception
• Enhanced coordination: Helping your brain and body work together more effectively during everyday movements
• Better gait patterns: Developing more efficient walking techniques to maintain mobility and independence
• Increased confidence: Building assurance in your ability to navigate various environments safely

Our classes are delivered in a supportive environment where you can progress at your own pace. The skills developed transfer directly to real-world situations, helping you maintain independence and quality of life.

Regular balance training has been shown to slow functional decline in many neurological conditions. By challenging your balance systems in a controlled environment, you're building neural pathways that help compensate for changes in mobility.

Whether you're recently diagnosed or have been living with MS, Parkinson's, or another neurological condition for years, these classes provide appropriate challenges and modifications to suit your current abilities.