The Village Square
Parnell, Auckland
Upcoming Events
Sat 02 May
09:15 amTai Chi for Beginners | Parnell Community Centre
Tai Chi for Beginners at Parnell Community CentreThis class offers beginner-friendly Tai Chi sessions for older adults. You will learn slow, continuous movements that promote wellbeing. The group setting provides a supportive environment to improve coordination and balance. It suits those with limited to reasonable mobility, including people who use walking aids or have reduced strength and balance, as well as those who can walk without assistance and feel comfortable with physical activities.Tai Chi helps with stress reduction through focused breathing and gentle motions. It builds better stability to lower fall risk, especially for older adults. Regular practice also enhances flexibility and mental clarity. These sessions take place at the Jubilee Building in Parnell, Auckland, and focus on basic principles with no prior experience needed.
Parnell, Auckland
Sat 02 May
10:15 amAdvanced Tai Chi Classes at Parnell Community Centre
Advanced Tai Chi Classes for Over 65s at Parnell Community CentreReady to take your Tai Chi practice to the next step? Our advanced classes at the Jubilee Building in Parnell, Auckland, build on what you've learned in beginners' sessions. You'll work on coordination, balance, and mindfulness with more dynamic movements. These classes suit those with reasonable to good mobility and fitness, so you can move confidently.Expect deeper insights into Tai Chi principles, focused breathing, and complex sequences that strengthen your mind-body connection. It's a friendly spot to connect with others who share your interest. Regular practice helps with stress, sleep, and gentle exercise that's easy on the joints while boosting strength and flexibility.
Parnell, Auckland
Mon 04 May
11:10 amDance Fitness Classes at Parnell Community Centre
Dance Fitness Classes at Parnell Community CentreThe Art of Dance offers a fun way to get moving at Parnell Community Centre in Auckland. This dance fitness programme mixes safe body movements with catchy dance music for an enjoyable workout. It's perfect for older New Zealanders with reasonable to good mobility who can move around without difficulty. You'll work on improving your coordination and posture in a supportive setting with professional guidance.Dance fitness brings real benefits like better cardiovascular fitness, enhanced flexibility, balance, and coordination. It also boosts muscle tone, strength, and overall posture. The friendly atmosphere helps reduce stress, lift your mood, and build confidence through social connections. Plus, it sharpens cognitive function and memory while you enjoy the music and movement.
Parnell, Auckland
Tue 05 May
10:15 amSenior Swans Ballet Class at Parnell Community Centre
Senior Swans Ballet Class at Parnell Community CentreIn a typical session, you'll move gently to music in a no-jump ballet class, focusing on stretches and graceful steps. This ballet exercise is tailored for older New Zealanders who have good mobility, fitness, and confidence in physical activities. It's a group setting where you can enjoy the social side of dancing with others at the Jubilee Building in Parnell, Auckland.The class strengthens and stretches your legs while improving balance and coordination. You'll also build core and leg strength for better posture, plus gain flexibility and joint mobility through controlled movements. On top of that, it boosts spatial awareness, cognitive function from learning sequences, and helps foster social connections with peers.
Parnell, Auckland
Wed 06 May
09:30 amHatha Beginners Yoga for Active People | Parnell Centre
Hatha Beginners Yoga for Active Seniors in ParnellLooking to build your yoga practice in a supportive spot? This Hatha Beginners Yoga class is tailored for seniors who have good mobility and a decent fitness base. Held at the Jubilee Building in Parnell, Auckland, it focuses on basic postures and breathing techniques to help you gain strength, flexibility, and mindfulness. You'll enjoy foundational poses taught with proper alignment, breath awareness for a better mind-body connection, and gradual progression that matches your body's pace.The class suits those who move around easily with good strength and balance, and feel confident in physical activities. Regular sessions can reduce stress and boost your wellbeing, leaving you feeling refreshed and centred. Wear comfy clothes that let you move freely, and bring your own mat if you can.
Parnell, Auckland
Contact Info
The Village Square is a non-profit organisation based in Parnell, Auckland, dedicated to community wellbeing through fitness and exercise programmes. We offer a range of activities designed to support active lifestyles in a welcoming environment. Located in the heart of Parnell, our initiatives bring people together to enhance physical health and social connections. Contact us to learn more about enrolment and how you can get involved in our community-focused offerings.
keilee.chan@villagesquare.org.nz
09-379 2095