Gold Movers Seniors Fitness Class | Papamoa Community

Gold Movers: Senior Fitness for Active Adults 💪 🎵

Improve your strength and balance in a fun, safe and social environment at our Gold Movers class. Enjoy aerobics-style exercise to music, along with effective balance and strengthening exercises designed for active older adults.

This class takes place at the Papamoa Community Centre and costs $8 per class, or you can purchase 5 classes for $38.

• Class Format: 30 minutes of choreographed exercise to music followed by strength training with Thera bands and body weight exercises, finishing with mat work to challenge your core
• Suitability: For older adults with good fitness levels who can stay on their feet for 60 minutes and can get down on the floor
• What to Bring: Comfortable exercise clothes, water bottle, and yoga mat if you have one (some spares available)
• Social Element: Many participants enjoy coffee at the café across the road after class

Instructor Bekki Monger provides exercise options to suit your individual needs while improving strength, balance, coordination and cognition.

Contact Bekki for more information: 027 726 2358 or bekkimonger@gmail.com

Benefits of Senior-Focused Exercise Classes 🌟

Regular participation in structured fitness classes like Gold Movers offers significant advantages for older adults seeking to maintain an active lifestyle:

• Improved Physical Function: Enhances strength, flexibility, and balance, which are crucial for maintaining independence and preventing falls
• Cognitive Benefits: Choreographed movements to music help maintain brain health and cognitive function
• Social Connection: Group classes provide valuable social interaction, reducing isolation and improving mental wellbeing
• Tailored Exercise: Professionally designed for older adults, ensuring safe and effective movements
• Consistent Routine: Creates healthy habits and provides structure to your week

Regular attendance at classes like Gold Movers can help maintain bone density, improve cardiovascular health, and enhance overall quality of life. The combination of aerobic exercise, strength training, and balance work addresses the key physical needs of active older adults.

Join our welcoming community at the Papamoa Community Centre and take a positive step towards maintaining your independence, fitness, and zest for life. No prior experience needed—just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to have a good time while improving your health!