Menz Sheds ( Mens Sheds )
Menz Sheds bring bring men together to share their skills, have a laugh, and work on personal projects or community projects. For further information about their whereabouts and programmes email chairman@menzshed.org
Pilates – (Pi-lah-tees)
Pilates Personal Fitness Studio Description: Provide expert personal one-on-one Pilates and small group training. Pilates is the best exercise for mental and physical health. Pilates creates and is used for strengthening and toning, flexibility, core strength, rehabilitation, postural correction, stress relief, and removal of chronic back, neck and joint pain. All as one simple and … Continued
Probus Clubs in Christchurch
A club for retired or semi-retired people, non-sectarian, non-political, non-fundraising. For intellectual and cultural stimulation, entertainment and friendship. N.B. Groups may be combined, women’s or men’s. The contact for the Northern South Island Probus Association (NSIPA) is Margaret Drake , Director Probus South Pacific Ltd. See contacts and details for Probus Clubs in the area … Continued
International Older Persons Day
International Older Persons Day is a day to celebrate the place of older people in our society. “Visibility drives out ageism. Today’s older people are ageing better than ever before. Events showing healthy and vibrant older people enjoying themselves are the best way to drive out the old images of ‘the elderly’ as passive victims. … Continued
Gentle Exercise – Move it or lose it
Strengthening, flexibility and balance focused chair exercise at St Marys Church Hall, Halswell, Thursday 11.00am – 12.00 mid day. $60 for 10 weeks Also in Fendalton Community Centre, 170 Clyde Road, Tuesday 10.30am – 11.30am. Wear comfortable clothing and supportive footwear.
Salvation Army – Linwood
Budgeting Service is affiliated to the NZ Federation of Family Budgeting Services. The Advisors are all trained and continue to have training and keeping your details confidential is of paramount importance. Advocacy – the staff will support you in finding the correct place to go in order to have your problem heard, or go with … Continued
LIVE Community Centre
Tuesday,Wednesday, Thursday 10.30am – 12.30pm in term time. Arts, crafts, badminton, table tennis, pool, darts, coffee and friendly people. Drop in, it’s all free at 54 Bassett St, Burwood.
Green Prescriptions
The Green Prescription (GRx) programme is run by Sport Canterbury and is for people wanting support & guidance with increasing their level of activity. This free service talks individuals through their current level of activity, helps them set realistic goals & develop an activity plan suited to their individual needs & lifestyle. Four months of … Continued
CCC Walking Groups (Active Canterbury)
Eastenders Group, meet MONDAY 10.00 am. Phone Barbara Powell 332 1338, for details of current walks and meeting places. Halswell Group meet SATURDAY 1 pm. Leave from opposite Domain. Phone Pauline 322 8057 for further information. Weekend Wanderers meet SUNDAY 1.30 pm. Phone Marilyn 338 3826 or Stephanie 382 0297 for further information. Sunday … Continued
Diabetes (Society) Christchurch Inc
Diabetes Christchurch provides support, help and information to people with diabetes, their families and friends. Ring the number above for support group contacts. The Shop, which is open Monday to Fridays 9am-4pm, sells a variety of products, for further information ring 925 9972. The shop is also available on line.
