Our new Low impact classes at Springfield and Les Quennevais Sports Centre, starting from Tuesday 2nd April, are designed to minimize stress on your joints and muscles with exercises designed to be easy on the body, to help you to become more active and mobile.
We understand that it can feel daunting to start an exercise programme or class, especially if you haven’t been active for a while.
That's why our low-impact classes are suitable for individuals with joint concerns or those simply beginning their fitness journey. By offering exercises that are gentle on the body, we aim to create a welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.
Low impact exercises offer significant benefits for individuals with injuries or chronic conditions by providing a gentle way to stay active and improve overall health.
Whether you're easing into fitness or seeking a gentler alternative to high-impact workouts, our classes are designed to cater to your needs.
What are the benefits of low impact classes and exercises?
- Flexibility and Mobility: Improve your range of motion and joint flexibility through purposeful stretches and gentle exercises. Enhance your overall mobility, making daily activities more comfortable and enjoyable.
- Improve your balance: Get better balance and stability through targeted exercises. Strengthen your core muscles and improve your coordination, which can help to prevent falls and to maintain functional independence.
- Adaptability: Our instructors provide modifications and alternatives in each class, ensuring that you can tailor the exercises to suit your unique needs and capabilities.
- Additionally, low-impact exercises can help maintain and build muscle mass and can be incorporated into daily routines regardless of your age or ability level.
What are the new classes on offer?
Gentle Circuits:
This class combines gentle movements, light resistance training, and soothing stretches. Our expert instructors will guide you through a series of carefully curated exercises to promote strength, flexibility, and balance – all within the comfort of a welcoming and supportive community.
This invigorating workout is designed to enhance your overall well-being, our instructors provide modifications and alternatives in each class, ensuring that you can tailor the exercises to suit your unique needs and capabilities.
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Les Quennevais: Tuesdays at 9:30am, Wednesdays at 11:30am, Thursdays at 11:30am and Fridays at 12pm
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Springfield: Wednesdays at 12:30pm and Thursdays at 2:30pm
Chair Fit:
This is a 45-minute dynamic and inclusive exercise class designed to elevate your fitness journey while using the stability of a chair. This class is perfect for individuals of all fitness levels, providing a low impact, yet effective workout that focuses on strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular health.
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Springfield: Mondays at 2pm, Wednesdays at 2:30pm.
Our low impact classes are available for both Active members and non-members. Classes can be booked up to 7 days in advance via the Active Jersey app or by calling 01534 449888.
Why not come along and try a class, it’s the ideal starting point to build your confidence and capability before trying other activities!
Rediscover the joy of movement in a supportive community that celebrates the diverse needs of everyone with our specially crafted low-intensity, low-impact classes tailored to support everyone on their Active journey and embark on a journey towards improved health and vitality.
Movement is essential for everyone. Moving your body isn't just great for your physical health, it can support your mental wellbeing too.