Why practice gentle yoga as an older adult? Research has shown that older adults who participate in Gentle Yoga experience a wide range of positive effects including maintained or increased mobility, balance, strength, while promoting good bone and joint health. Along with the physical elements, Gentle Yoga can improve memory, mental health, and sleep patterns. … Continued
Our Community Activity Programme for the Older Person, is a daily activity programme for over 65’s who still live at home or independently in the residential setting and are seeking additional support improving and maintaining their current everyday life, health, and wellbeing. We also offer Carer Support of their loved one in a safe and … Continued
The Christchurch have a handy booklet that can be picked up at Service Centres around Christchurch or is available on their website. Go to: https://www.ccc.govt.nz/assets/Documents/Rec-Sport/Walk/WalkingGroupsBookletWEB.pdf Also see: https://www.ccc.govt.nz/rec-and-sport/walks/join-a-walking-group
Learn the fundamentals of Tai Chi and Qigong in a relaxed and easy way. Tai Chi is for everyone wanting to move well through life…..from 9 to 90ish. The Tai chi and Qigong classes are only up to 15 students allowing for individual attention. Exercises are in sitting, standing and moving forms.
Chair based exercise session for anyone wanting to safely stretch, strengthen and improve their balance. $5.00 per session. Every Thursday at 11.15am.
BRYNDWR – Corner of Aorangi and Ilam Roads (Ph 351-6664) OFFICE OPEN MONDAY-FRIDAY 9.00am-12.00pm Social Bowls with a little light competition and a friendly group – Supper provided – Monday 7.30pm – 10.00pm March – November. Cost $15.00 registration fee and $1.00 per night. Contact Janice Cundall Ph 351 5596. Craft and Conversation BYO craft … Continued
The club meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 8.00am – 9.00am. A professional trainer from Configure Express leads the walk around the centre.
The following activities are held at St Aidans – Hei Hei Broomfield Community Development Trust MONDAYS: Cooking classes, men & women welcome, 1-3pm Cost $1.00 plus some ingredients; take home the meal. TUESDAYS: Ladies only, variety of activities eg crafts, outings, etc; 1-3pm; cost varies depending on the activity. WEDNESDAYS: The Walking Group weekly charge … Continued
Coffee & Chat each Thursday 10-12 noon, all welcome. AAW (Assn of Anglican Women) Daytime group 1st Wednesday of the month 10a.m. and evening group 3rd Wednesday each month, 7.30 p.m. Good News Club – Sunday School each Sunday during term time 9.30 am. Youth Group – Fridays 6-9 pm during term time. Exercise class … Continued
Offer specialised counselling and social work for older people, their families and carers. ENLIVEN POSITIVE AGEING groups are available and held at the Campbell Centre, 44 Bealey Avenue, (unless otherwise stated). For further information or to enrol for groups, phone 363 8214. HomeShare: Support older people living in their home community. HomeShare invites small groups … Continued
