Get Going: seniors exercise classes
Come along and try some of our new group fitness classes to add some variety and fun to your day. More people equals more fun!
We all know that regular exercise can benefit everybody. It can help manage diabetes, increase mobility and muscle strength, reduce blood pressure, and is also great for osteoporosis and weight loss. But, best of all it’s a great opportunity to meet some new friends and have fun while doing it.
All classes have been specially adapted to the older persons needs, so come along and give them a go. All Hutt City Council classes are delivered by qualified and experienced instructors.
Pilates Gold
Day: Thursday’s 26 April to 28 June (10 weeks)
Time: 10am – 11am (60mins)
Venue: Moera Hall, Randwick Cres, Moera (behind Library)
Public transport: Bus #’s 83 & 130 (stop at Moera shops)
Cost: $50 (for 10 classes – pre booked) or $7 casual (on the door)
Instructor: Sarah West
Gain energy , develop stamina, tone-up and feel better. Non-impact exercises work deep adominal muscles, while efficient and graceful movements strengthen and stretch your body and help reduce joint stress.
Zumba Gold
Day: Friday’s 27 April to 29 June (10 weeks)
Time: 9.30am – 10:15am (45mins)
Venue: Moera Hall, Randwick Cres, Moera (behind Library)
Public transport: Bus #’s 83 & 130 (stop at Moera shops)
Cost: $50 (for 10 classes – pre booked) or $7 casual (on the door)
Instructor: Natasha Williams
Experience the fun, party like atmosphere of this Latin inspired dance/fitness programme. Zumba Gold offers fun, simply and easy to learn dance moves especially designed for seniors. It’s invigorating and safe and helps build cardiovascular health by challenging the heart and working the muscles of the hips, legs and arms. Go at your own pace and feel good!
Liquid Fitness Nifties - Naenae
Day: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
Time: 9:30am – 10:30am (60mins)
Venue: Naenae Pool, Everest Avenue, Naenae
Public transport: Bus #130 (stop at Naenae shopping centre)
Cost: $3.50 per class
Liquid Fitness Nifties – Stokes Valley
Day: Monday and Thursday
Time: 9:00am – 10:00am (60mins)
Venue: Stokes Valley Pool, Bower Street, Stokes Valley
Public transport: Bus #120 (stop at Stokes Valley shopping centre)
Cost: $3.50 per class
Othe community exercise options
Find out more about, and take part in, upcoming exercise programmes:
- Leisure marching
- Tai chi
- Yoga
- Low-impact aerobics
- Exercise and line dancing
- Walking
Pick up a copy of the Get Going newsletter at your local library or pool. This newsletter is jammed packed with classes and groups delivering options specifically for the 65’s in your local neighbourhood. If you’d like to include your class in the next edition email recreation@huttcity.govt.nz with the class details.
Events
Lower Hutt 20th Annual Community Concert
Sunday 27 May 2012, 2pm – 4.30pm
Lower Hutt Town Hall, Laings Rd
Free – bookings not required - Just turn up on the day
The show will be compered by Keith Quinn and will feature performances by: Extreme Dance Centre, Hutt Valley Accordian Quartet, soprano Lydia McDonnell; pianist Michal Cihelka; Regimental Band of the 7th Wellington and Hawkes Nay Battalion Group and members of the Hutt City Musical Theatre.
The event also features the ever-popular community sing-a-long.
Donations accepted for the Te Omanga Hospice.
Read about some of the events in the events calendar under recreation and wellbeing
Making bookings and contacting us
Bookings are on a first come, first served basis – so don’t miss out!
How do I book?
Bookings can be made by phoning us between 8am-5pm, Monday to Friday.
Phone: 04 560 0307
Email: leisureactive@huttcity.govt.nz
What if a trip/class is fully booked?
When a trip/class is full you’ll be put on a waiting list. If a place becomes available, we’ll let you know!
In what circumstances will a trip be cancelled?
We need a minimum number of participants for each trip/class to cover the costs and keep the prices down for you. We’ll let you know as early as possible if there are still places free so you can encourage a friend or family member to join you.
If we do need to cancel a trip/class, your pre-payment can be transferred to another trip/class or refunded. The pre-pay date is two weeks before the trip, unless otherwise indicated.
Transportation
For trips, buses, coaches and a van are used, depending on numbers. Pickups are made from the following pickup points:
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Petone
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Bus stop in Cuba Street at Jackson Street intersection
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Alicetown
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Bus stop at Alicetown shops
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Naenae
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Bus stop near Naenae Subway (Cambridge Terrace side)
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Stokes Valley
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On main road at entrance to Stokes Valley (north-bound trips only)
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Taita
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Bus stop by Taita shops
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Westfield Queensgate
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Bunny Street bus stop, eastern end outside Westfield Queensgate
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Waterloo Station
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Wainuiomata hill side of Tranzmetro kiosk
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Social services for seniors
We have a diverse range of groups and organisations in the Hutt that deliver social services for seniors.
Find them in our community services directory