Gentle Fitness - Farnborough Library - Thursday 24th September, 1st, 8th, 15th and 22nd October 2026 - 2.45pm

Gentle Fitness

Farnborough Library

Thursday 24th September, 1st, 8th, 15th and 22nd October 2026

2.45pm to 3,45pm

This session will be fun and relaxed to singalong tunes that everybody will know. The class will start with a warm up, followed by standing low impact stretch and tone routine that can be performed seated if necessary. Seated exercises for strength and mobility will form the focus for the second half of the class. A balance exercise routine using a chair or wall for support to prevent falling and aid stability will be explored each week. A Pilates type cool down and stretch to improve range of movement will conclude the class. This session is suitable for both males and females and is designed to improve your co-ordination, strength, flexibility, balance and aerobic health, whilst being able to connect with others.

Learning Goals:

• Demonstrate increased balance, flexibility and coordination through using seated and standing exercises and stretches
• Perform upper and lower body exercises using weights, bands and balls. These exercises will again be seated and standing
• Describe the benefits of exercise to your overall health and well being

Aims of the Course: To help develop strength, balance, and fitness using exercises to music. This will be using seated and standing exercises

Who is this course for: Exercise helps promote physical health and emotional well-being. It also helps you sleep better and boosts your overall mood. This course is open to all over the age of 60 years of age and anyone younger with a health condition where lower impact movement to music may be more suitable. This is an adult learning physical activity class, learners need to ensure they are able to take part in the activities unaided.

Previous knowledge or experience: No previous experience required

How will I learn: By learning toning, stretching, and low impact routines using standing and seated exercises to improve strength, mobility, balance, flexibility, co-ordination and general fitness.

How will I be assessed: There is no formal assessment. You will be assessed by tutor observation and feedback on performance of exercises.

What shall I bring: Comfortable clothing and footwear to move in and a drink.

Next steps: Further fitness and exercise classes like Seated Exercise

No refunds will normally be made if a learner withdraws less than 7 working days before the start of the course. 7 - 20 working days prior to the start of the course a

£10 admin fee will be charged for cancellation.

If you have limited mobility which could affect your ability to safely self-evacuate, please let us know when booking.

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