InSync Body Mind Life (InSync BML) offer a range of yoga classes. These include:

• InSync Earth Flow, a floor centred class which is suitable for those with reduced mobility
• InSync Structural Alignment, a class with more emphasis on improving structural alignment and postural imbalances
• Insync Restorative Touch, a gentle and relaxing class to relieve tension which may include Thai Yoga Massage

InSync BML also offers mindfulness courses to establish a mediation practice

Please visit the website or contact InSync BML on (02) 6260 6666 and info [at] insyncbml.com.au for more information.

The Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) Aquatic and Fitness Centre offer a recovery program designed to help client’s recover from injuries and surgery. The program incorporates both dry-land and water-based sessions with an individual program designed to progress client’s back to full functionality and independence.

The AIS recovery program offer the following sessions:

• Aqua recovery, to gain increased mobility and strength using aqua equipment for resistance
• Deep-water recovery, to further increase mobility, strength and cardiovascular ability with a more intensive deep-water recovery
• Gym recovery, tailored gym sessions under supervision

Please visit the website or contact the AIS Aquatic and Fitness Centre on (02) 6214 1281 and fitnesscentre [at] ausport.gov.au for more information.

Higher Function Physiotherapy offer a range of services and treatment, including:

• Physiotherapy
• Exercise physiology
• Clinical exercise classes
• Independent gym sessions
• Semi-private group therapy
• Remedial massage therapy
• Psychology

Please visit the website or contact Higher Function Physiotherapy on (02) 6262 9664 and reception [at] higherfunction.com.au for more information.

Belconnen Community Service (BCS) Gym and Fitness program offer a variety of publicly accessible classes for people for people of all fitness levels and abilities, with many classes specifically tailored to suit mature participants hoping to maintain and improve their fitness in later life.

BCS Gym and Fitness classes include:

• Mature Strength (Machine), a class designed to improve fitness and functional strength for daily activities with both machine exercises and basic free weight exercises
• Mature Fitness (No Machines), a class for more mature participants to improve strength, balance and coordination to assist with everyday activities
• Multiple Sclerosis: Be Better Balanced, a program designed specifically for people with Multiple Sclerosis to maintain and improve strength and balance
• Backs in Balance: Staying active and on your feet, a health promotion program with a focus on falls prevention (it may also assist with recovery)
• Mature Multi Fitness, a low impact cardio, strength-based gym class

Please visit the website or contact BCS on (02) 6264 0200 and bcc [at] bcsact.com.au for more information.

Canberra Seniors Centre offers members a wide range of activities and information sessions, including:

• Computer classes
• Crafting
• Jazzercise
• Dancing
• Mahjong
• Painting
• Russian language
• Heart Health

Members can also just drop in and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea which is always available. Lunches are served regularly.

Please visit the website or contact the Canberra Seniors Centre on (02) 6248 9509 and cseniors [at] bigpond.com for more information.

Woden Seniors provide a range of activities to members which are designed to suit a wide variety of interests and abilities. Activities available include:

• Table tennis
• Dancing
• Singing
• Recorder
• Painting and drawing
• Card games including bridge

They also offer talks and seminars on matters that are of interest to members, support and advice from a Community Worker on how to stay independent, a full range of kitchen facilities and a modest lending library and reading space.

The Club is open to those over 50 years.

Please visit the website or contact Woden Seniors on (02) 6282 2573 and admin [at] wodenseniors.org.au for more information.

Alive Health and Fitness offer Smart Moves, a low to moderate intensity class suitable for those with or at risk of chronic disease, diabetes or obesity.

Please visit the website or contact Alive Health and Fitness on (02) 6295 9500 and info [at] alivehealthclubs.com.au for more information.

UC Health Clinics Function Focus is an exercise and mobility class aimed at individuals looking to retain their independence and improve functionality. These programs are conducted in a group environment monitored by accredited exercise Physiologists and Exercise Physiology students. The classes cater for individuals with:

• Musculoskeletal injuries
• Cardiorespiratory disease
• Metabolic conditions
• Neurological and neuromuscular impairments
• Conditions of ageing
• Other chronic and complex pathologies

Please visit the website or contact UC Health Clinics on (02) 6201 5843 and healthclinic [at] canberra.edu.au for more information.

Heart Foundation Walking is Australia’s largest free walking network and offers Australians multiple ways to walk, both as individuals and in groups, along with a virtual community of walkers who track their activity online.

Walking groups can be any size and groups walk at various times, days, distances and levels of difficulty with all participants encouraged to walk at their own pace. Volunteer Walk Organisers decide the route, times and days for the walks, act as the main point of contact for group members and help the Heart Foundation stay in touch with walkers.

Heart Foundation Walking is designed to help people enjoy regular physical activity. The program provides:

• An easy, accessible way to stay physically active
• Social contact and community spirit
• A safe way to be healthy
• Regular newsletters and health information
• Encouragement and incentives to stay motivated
• Invitations to special walk events

Please visit the website or contact Heart Foundation Walking on 13 11 12 and walking [at] heartfoundation.org.au for more information.

Belconnen Physiotherapy Clinic hydrotherapy services can assist with decreasing pain, lessening muscle tension, increasing circulation, improving balance and stability, increasing muscular strength and endurance, maintaining fitness and providing early rehabilitation following injury or surgery.

Please visit the website or contact Belconnen Physiotherapy Clinic on (02) 6251 3487 and belconnen [at] physiotherapyclinic.net.au for more information.