Strength & Balance Class for Seniors | Omokoroa 🥝

💪 Keep on your Feet Omokoroa - Improve your strength and balance in a fun, safe and social environment. This class is suitable for all abilities and uses both seated and standing exercises to music. Plenty of free parking available on site.

Location: Omokoroa Settlers Hall, 334 Omokoroa Road, Ōmokoroa 3114

Cost: $8 per class

Suitable for: This class caters to people with limited mobility as well as those with reasonable mobility. Perfect for seniors wanting to maintain independence and improve physical wellbeing.

Contact: Sharnie Riley - 021 111 8617 or Sharnie-r@xtra.co.nz

Benefits of Strength and Balance Training for Older Adults 🧠 🏋️‍♀️

Regular strength and balance exercises are vital for maintaining independence and quality of life as we age. These specialised classes help participants:

• Prevent falls - Research shows balance training can reduce fall risk by up to 30%
• Maintain independence - Strong muscles support daily activities like getting up from chairs, carrying groceries, and climbing stairs
• Improve confidence - Feeling steady on your feet boosts your confidence to stay active
• Enhance social connections - Group classes provide valuable social interaction and community support
• Support brain health - The combination of music and movement creates neural pathways that support cognitive function

Classes like "Keep on your Feet" are specifically designed to make exercise accessible and enjoyable for all mobility levels. The mixture of seated and standing exercises ensures everyone can participate safely while still challenging themselves appropriately.

The supportive group environment makes these sessions more enjoyable than exercising alone, with instructors who understand the unique needs of older adults. You'll learn proper techniques to strengthen the muscles most important for everyday movements and balance.

Don't worry if you haven't exercised in a while - these classes are designed to meet you where you are. You can start gently and progress at your own pace in a judgement-free space where everyone is working toward similar goals of staying strong, mobile and independent.