Fit for Life Gloucestershire
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Fit for Life Gloucestershire
› Read moreFit for Life Gloucestershire New class. Starting on the 24th September at 10am. Stonehouse Baptist Church, Gloucestershire road. (Opposite the Nippy Chippy) Come along and have a go😊 Participants have their own chair and can either sit or stand during the class. Our Community based exercise classes have received NHS recognition and awards. Classes are […]
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Contact info
- 07596 969286
- fitforlifegloucester@gmail.com
- Fit for Life Team
34 Oxstalls lane Longlevens
Gloucester
GL29HT
Inclusion statement
Our classes are specifically designed for older adults and focus on all round fitness but also concentrate on developing strong leg muscles and better balance. It’s never too late to start so why not come and join our popular classes to meet new people and keep fit. Our exercise classes are part of Fall proof falls prevention plan led by Active Gloucestershire. We work closely with many NHS teams. Our classes are great for your wellbeing, mental health & keeping your brain active. All our instructors are qualified and insured. We are a Dementia friendly organisation and also encourage everyone to stay after the class for a chat. Mission Statement Fit for Life Safe and effective exercise classes for older people, staying strong and active, improving functional fitness, better quality of life, helping people to age successfully, maintaining independence, preventing falls and encouraging social interaction. Key values and principles Person centered – challenging all levels, working with disabilities and age related conditions, adapting exercises to be safe and effective. Demonstrate and show empathy and understanding with everyone, ensuring we are Dementia friendly. Respect and positively support, individuality, confidentiality, empowerment, privacy, diversity and personal choice. Work with partners to help support the community, educate and promote healthy lifestyles for older people. Offer support to older people with chronic conditions including Parkinson, MS, Long Covid and COPD.