Classes - Wairarapa
Masterton
Active Aging | Aqua Senior | Balance Pilates (Lansdowne) | Balance Pilates (Queen Street) | Balance Pilates Gentle | Chair Yoga | Parkinson's Exercise class | Shadz of Grey
South Wairarapa and Carterton
Aging Gracefully | Tai Chi (Beginners class) | Tai Chi | Tai Chi (Intermediate class) | Linedance for Health (Beginners class) | Line Dancing (Advanced class) | Chair Exercise | INDEPENDENT and MOBILE Falls Prevention Programme | DaNZability
How do I know which class is right for me?
Give Campbell a ring/email (04 380 2070 extn 265; strength@sportwellington.org.nz) if you’d like to find out more information or to get a recommendation of which class/es could be best for you.
Another option is to get in touch with the class instructor.
If you are concerned about your health, chat with your GP first
Pick a class!
There are a range of classes available, so pick one that interests you and fits your current level of ability. To find out more about each class click on the class name above, or scroll down to check out them all!
Masterton
Active Aging
An energetic class combining Zumba dance routines with strength & balance exercises.
Location: Bodymind Pilates Studio - 8 Queen Street, Masterton
Times: Wednesday 10.00am – 10.45am
Contact: Franklin Walker
Phone: 0800 263 964
Mobile: 027 522 5225
Email: pilates@bodymind.co.nz
Cost: $5 per class
Website: http://bodymind.co.nz/
Aqua Senior
Gentle Start
This is a low impact water-based workout offers a variety of exercises to increase your fitness and energy levels. This class will strengthen your lower body making you stronger and improving your balance. It’s also a great place to meet new friends.
Location: Trusthouse Recreation Centre, Dixon Street, Masterton
Times: Tuesday and Thursday at 10:30am
Contact: Deborah Davidson
Email: ddavidson@belgravialeisure.co.nz
Website: https://mstn.govt.nz/community-4/recreation-centre/
Balance Pilates (Lansdowne)
A low to medium level exercise and stretch class designed to improve posture and balance, increase strength and mobility and helps to reduce muscle and joint pain.
Lansdowne Park Retirement Village - 100 Titoki Street, Masterton
Times: Tuesday 9.30am
Contact: Franklin Walker
Phone: 0800 263 964
Mobile: 027 387 3435
Email: pilates@bodymind.co.nz
Cost: $125 for a 10-trip concession card, $105 6-week membership
Website: http://bodymind.co.nz/
Balance Pilates (Queen Street)
A low to medium level exercise and stretch class designed to improve posture and balance, increase strength and mobility and helps to reduce muscle and joint pain.
Location: Bodymind Pilates Studio - 8 Queen Street, Masterton
Times:
Monday 11.00am – 11.45am
Wednesday 11.00am – 11.45am
Thursday 11.00am – 11.45am
Contact: Franklin Walker
Phone: 0800 263 964
Mobile: 027 387 3435
Email: pilates@bodymind.co.nz
Cost: 10 trip pass - $125, 6-week membership $105
Website: http://bodymind.co.nz/
Balance Pilates Gentle
Gentle exercise and stretch classes suitable for beginners or those returning after long breaks. *Note: This class includes getting on and off the floor
Location: Bodymind Pilates Studio, 8 Queen Street, Masterton
Times:
Tuesday 11.00am – 11.45am
Friday 11.00am – 11.45am
Contact: Franklin Walker
Phone: 0800 263 964
Mobile: 027 522 5225
Email: pilates@bodymind.co.nz
Cost: 10 trip pass - $125, 6 week membership $105
Website: http://bodymind.co.nz/
Chair Yoga
Gentle Start
Chair yoga is a breath lead movement class, suitable for anyone. The class takes traditional yoga movements and adapts them for use whilst seated on a chair or standing with the chair as a balance aid. Ideal for improving joint mobility, stretching and strengthening as well as supporting the mind-body connection. CLASSES CURRENTLY ON HOLD due to maternity leave. Some classes will resume in June 2020. Please send Karina a message with any enquiries or to register your interest.
Location: The Spot (back building), 365 Queen Street, Masterton
Times: Mondays, 1-2pm
Contact: Karina Gough
Email: karina_gough@yahoo.com
Cost: $5
Website: https://www.karinaflowyoga.com/class-schedule
Parkinson's Exercise class
Strength and Balance class which is a both seated/standing programme with emphasis on fun with specific, meaningful movements and activities. Encourages high effort, intensity, powerful movements of big amplitude. This class is only accessible to people with Parkinson’s and those living within The Masonic Village.
Location: Masterton
Times: Thursday 1.30pm–2.30pm
Contact: Jane Flowerday
Phone: 0800306844
Mobile: 027 221 1878
Email: jane.flowerday@parkinsons.org.nz
Shadz of Grey
Shadz of Grey is an exercise circuit class for older adults that uses resistance and balance exercises that aim to increase strength and improve balance.
Location: Trusthouse Recreation Centre, Dixon Street, Masterton
Times: Mondays, 10:30am
Contact: Deborah Davidson
Email: ddavidson@belgravialeisure.co.nz
Cost: $5
South Wairarapa and Carterton
Aging Gracefully
Suitable for any age, this class focuses on joint mobility, balance, core strength, strong backs and the understanding of how to release muscle tension to reduce pain.
Location: Gain Momentum, 61 Holloway Street, Carterton 5713
Times: Mondays & Tuesdays, 10.00am
Contact: Linda Penlington
Phone: 06 379 9073
Mobile: 021 297 9073
Email: linda@gainmomentum.co.nz
Cost: Casual rate: $15; 10 Visit concession card: $110
Website: https://gainmomentum.co.nz/
Tai Chi (Beginners class)
Gentle Start
A low impact class with gentle movements that incorporates strength, balance and coordination into Tai Chi. Suitable for beginners.
Location: St Mark’s Church Hall, Carterton
Times: Wednesdays 9.30am – 10.30am
Contact: Keiko Nojima
Phone: 06 308 8536
Mobile: 021 1194 827
Email: skybooboo1214@gmail.com
Cost: $6 per session or $20 for 4 weeks
Tai Chi
Gentle Start
A low impact class with gentle movements that incorporates strength, balance and coordination into Tai Chi.
Location: The Ambulance Trust Hall, Texas Street, Martinborough
Times: Thursdays 9.30am – 10.30am
Contact: Keiko Nojima
Phone: 06 308 8536
Mobile: 021 1194 827
Email: skybooboo1214@gmail.com
Cost: $5 per session
Tai Chi (Intermediate class)
Gentle Start
A low impact class with gentle movements that incorporates strength, balance and coordination into Tai Chi.
Location: St John’s Hall in Greytown on Main Street
Times: Tuesdays 9.30am – 10.30am
Contact: Keiko Nojima
Phone: 06 308 8536
Mobile: 021 1194 827
Email: skybooboo1214@gmail.com
Cost: What you can afford as a donation ($6 per session recommended)
Linedance for Health (Beginners class)
Gentle Start
Easy, gentle dance steps to enjoy the music. Dances are modified to suit beginners whilst improving fitness and health. Come join in this class that uplifts the spirit to stay happy and healthy.
Location: St John’s Hall in Greytown on Main Street
Times: Fridays 10.30am – 11.30am
Contact: Keiko Nojima
Phone: 06 308 8536
Mobile: 021 1194 827
Email: skybooboo1214@gmail.com
Cost: What you can afford as a donation ($6 per session recommended)
Line Dancing (Advanced class)
A fun dance class that incorporates strength, balance and coordination into dances such as the Tango, Waltz and others. Come enjoy the music and the company whilst keeping active.
Location: St John’s Church Hall, Main Street, Greytown
Times: Tuesdays 10.30am – 11.30am
Contact: Keiko Nojima
Phone: 06 308 8536
Mobile: 021 1194 827
Email: skybooboo1214@gmail.com
Cost: What you can afford as a donation ($6 per session recommended)
Chair Exercise
Gentle Start
A seated exercise class that is perfect for beginners or for those with limited mobility. Includes some standing balance exercises which use the chair for support. Join the class for a cup of tea/coffee after the class.
Location: St John’s Hall in Greytown on Main Street
Times: Tuesdays 2.00pm – 2.45pm
Contact: Keiko Nojima
Phone: 06 308 8536
Mobile: 021 1194 827
Email: skybooboo1214@gmail.com
Cost: $3 per session
INDEPENDENT and MOBILE Falls Prevention Programme
Gentle Start
A tailored exercise programme of light resistance and balance exercises based on the Otago Exercise Programme to prevent falls in older adults. An initial individual assessment by a registered physiotherapist at CAPE Carterton, before joining a series of 10 strength and balance group sessions at the Strength Nation Gym.
Location: The Core, 65 Nelson Cres, Carterton
Times: Commencing Wednesday November 20th at 10.30am – 11.30am, and weekly thereafter.
Contact: Martin Kidd
Phone: (06) 6570124
Cost: For more information and to register, call Martin Kidd now on (06) 6570124, or visit the website https://www.capephysio.co.nz/carterton
DaNZability
Gentle Start
Low to medium intensity. Seated, standing & across the floor choreography. Fun and effective adapted dance class where you will be encouraged to work at your own level and enjoy moving your body. This class will have aspects of strengthening, balance, co-ordination, rhythm, stretching as well as creativity. The group often enjoys a cup of tea together after class. Support person encouraged especially if participant has balance difficulties.
Location and time: St John's Hall, Thursdays, 10:30am-11:30am
Contact: Rachel Horwell
Email: physio.rachel.horwell@gmail.com
Phone: 022 077 2354
Cost: Suggested Koha of $5
