SAYGo: Gentle Exercise Classes For Seniors | Staveley

🧓 SAYGo (Steady As You Go) is a gentle exercise class developed through Age Concern and based on the Otago Exercise Programme. Join us at Staveley Hall where regular members gain confidence, feel stronger, and report noticeable improvements in their stability.

This class is perfectly suited for seniors with limited to reasonable mobility, making it accessible for most older adults.

• Location: Staveley Hall, 13 Boyds Road, Staveley 7771
• Cost: $2 entry fee
• Contact: Age Concern Ashburton
• Phone: (03) 366 0903
• Email: mcsaygo@gmail.com

Benefits of Gentle Senior Exercise Classes in NZ 🌿

Gentle exercise programmes like SAYGo are specifically designed to help older Kiwis maintain independence and improve quality of life. These classes focus on exercises that enhance balance, strength, and mobility—all crucial factors in preventing falls and maintaining confidence in daily activities.

The Otago Exercise Programme, on which SAYGo is based, has been scientifically proven to reduce falls by up to 35% in older adults. It was developed right here in New Zealand and has been implemented worldwide due to its effectiveness.

Regular participation in gentle exercise classes offers numerous benefits:

• Improved balance and stability for safer movement
• Increased muscle strength to support daily activities
• Better joint mobility for easier movement
• Enhanced confidence in physical abilities
• Social connection with like-minded community members

Classes like SAYGo are conducted in a supportive, non-competitive environment where exercises can be modified to suit individual needs. The social aspect of these classes is equally important, providing regular opportunities to connect with others and combat isolation that can affect older adults.

Join our friendly SAYGo class at Staveley Hall and take a positive step towards maintaining your independence and wellbeing. No special equipment or previous experience required—just comfortable clothing and a willingness to participate at your own pace. 🌟