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Pilates
(pronounced "Pill - ah -
tees")
Suitable for
people with health problems or the sports
minded , Pilates aims to maintain the core
stability of the body with natural flowing movement. It helps to
improve performance and reduces the risk of
injuries. Our therapist's are qualified
Clinical Pilates Instructors. Classes are run as a 5 week
block. Bookings are essential.
BEGINNERS Monday 9.00 - 10.00
am, Friday 9.00 - 10.00 am
ADVANCED Thursday
9.00 - 10.00 am.
Individual sessions are available for
those who want the benefit of one-on-one instruction and
individualised advice. This may include the use of the Pilates
Reformer or Trapeze Table.
Fitness Assessment / Personal Training / Gym
Membership
Our Fitness
Consultant will assess your level of fitness and guide you through
an exercise programme suitable to your individual needs.
The Gym at QE is now open until 6.30 pm Monday -
Friday. Gym memberships are available or casual attendance is
possible. Our fitness instructors will not be in attendance
after 4.30 pm, but bookings can be made for fitness assessments and
programmes during normal working hours.
Community
Exercise Pool
A warm
pool in which the buoyancy of the water assists exercise for muscle
strengthening and improvement of stiff joint
motion. Our hydrotherapy pool is now open to
the community every Tuesday and Thursday from 2.00pm - 3.00pm at $5
per visit (or concession tickets available). The pool is a
warm 35°C - 37°C with easy access and entry. We have a staff
member to supervise as you follow your own established
exercise programme or activity.
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 Nordic Walking - the latest fitness trend from
Europe:
Nordic Walking is a
fantastic total body workout that uses up to 90% of your skeletal
muscles.
Using Nordic Walking
techniques you can burn 40% more calories than with regular walking,
while easing the load on your knees, hips and back.
Nordic
Walking is generally regarded as one of the fastest growing
recreational fitness activities in the world. Originating in
Finland as an off-season training method for competitive cross
country skiers, this has evolved into a fun and sociable outdoor
activity, suitable for all age groups and fitness levels.
Nordic
Walking uses specifically designed poles to actively engage the
upper body while you walk. It sounds easy, but learning the
correct technique is essential. Introduction to Nordic Walking
will include an overview about the history, basic diagonal stride
technique and Nordic Walking stretches. During your guided
excursion you will be taught correction exercises, the techniques
for walking uphill/downhill and discover the many health and fitness
benefits of Nordic Walking.
Individualised lessons, with
one-on-one instruction, are available for those who want to get
the most out of their Nordic Walking experience.
Bookings
are essential. Group bookings are available upon request.
Modified Tai Chi
Programme
This is a group based exercise course,
of 16 weeks duration, delivered once a week to improve lower body
strength and balance, postural alignment and concentration.
Our
qualified Fitness Instructor will assist you in achieving the
best possible results.
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