Sit and BeFit Seniors Class | Summerset Stoke Nelson

🪑 Angie's Sit & BeFit is a fun, social workout offering both seated and standing exercise options. Perfect for improving balance, strength, and overall fitness in a friendly environment at Summerset in the Sun, Stoke.

This total body workout uses chairs, stretch bands, balls, and dumbbells, focusing on joint mobility, functionality, strength and balance. Most exercises are performed seated with additional standing options available.

💪 Class features:

• Balance and coordination exercises
• Core strength development
• Brain games for mental stimulation
• Options to suit all abilities
• Social coffee gathering after class

🏠 Location: Main building at Summerset in the Sun, 16 Sargeson Street, Stoke, Nelson

💰 Cost: $8 per class (first class FREE)

👵 Who can join: Open to anyone aged 65+ (55+ for Māori and Pasifika) or anyone at increased risk of falling who can safely participate. Non-residents welcome!

👚 What to wear: Comfortable clothes like track pants, shorts or tights with t-shirts. Wear lace-up or snug-fitting shoes suitable for movement.

📞 Contact: Angela Baker - 021 330905 or angelabaker89@msn.com

Benefits of Chair-Based Exercise for Seniors

Chair-based fitness classes like Sit & BeFit provide an excellent way for older adults to stay active while minimizing risk of falls or injury. These classes are specifically designed to improve mobility, strength, and confidence in a supportive environment.

Regular participation in seated exercise programs can help:

• Maintain independence and functional mobility
• Reduce the risk of falls through improved balance
• Strengthen muscles that support daily activities
• Improve joint flexibility and range of motion
• Boost cardiovascular health with gentle aerobic activity
• Enhance cognitive function through coordination exercises
• Combat isolation through social interaction

For those with limited mobility, these classes offer manageable exercise options that can be performed safely. The seated format provides stability while still challenging the body appropriately.

The combination of physical activity and social connection makes chair-based fitness particularly valuable for overall wellbeing. The inclusive nature of these classes means participants can work at their own pace while feeling part of a supportive community.