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The first series will run from 26 July - 15 August
The second series will run from 23 August - 12 September
Check out the timetable below or contact us by clicking here for more info
If you do participate in the Lively Places programme, feel free to fill out our feedback form by clicking here.
Monday
26 July, 2 & 9 August
23 & 30 August, 6 September
| PlayGym | FREE |
| 9.30am | |
| Rimutaka Gymsports 55 Montgomery Crescent, Upper Hutt | |
| The pre-school gym classes are focused on active movement building your child’s balance and confidence, allowing their brain to process more efficiently, assisting retention and learning in a fun, friendly atmosphere. | |
| Yoga | FREE |
| 10.30am | |
| Cossie Club* 11 Logan Street, Upper Hutt | |
| Pilates | FREE |
| 12.00pm | |
| Totara Park Scout Hall California Park, California Drive, Totara Park, Upper Hutt | |
| Pilates offers a complete work-out for the body teaching efficient movement patterns and providing general well-being using controlled exercises and deliberate breathing patterns. Pilates movements are slow and graceful and there are enormous rewards to be gained. | |
Tuesday
27 July, 3 & 10 August
24 & 31 August, 7 September
| Aqua Yoga | *Costs apply |
| 10.00am | |
| H2O Xtream Corner Brown & Blenheim Streets, Upper Hutt | |
| Water is supportive and therapeutic. It enables stretching movement, strengthens and tones. This soothing workout promotes deep breathing, balanced mind and body and is suitable for everyone, all ages and abilities. | |
| Combat Hapkido | FREE |
| 6.30pm | |
| Totara Park Scout Hall California Park, California Drive, Totara Park, Upper Hutt | |
| This class is the perfect intro to martial arts in a non-traditional format. It takes you through a practical, realistic and effective system of self defence. Physical strength and ability is not essential as you will be shown how to redirect an attacker’s aggression and power back towards them with little effort and minimal force. This activity is ideal for anyone – women, busy professionals, law enforcement, security personnel or anyone who finds a traditional martial art intimidating or time consuming. | |
Wednesday
28 July, 4 & 11 August
25 August, 1 & 8 September
| Tai Chi | FREE |
| 9.30am | |
| Hapai Building 879-881 Fergusson Drive, Upper Hutt | |
| The Robert Gemmell Tai Chi NZ programme maximises the benefits of Tai Chi Chuan including increased body strength, balance, stress relief, sense of harmony. The class is suitable for everyone as any part can be done from a seated position. | |
| Qi Gong | FREE |
| 6.00pm | |
| Hapai Building 879-881 Fergusson Drive, Upper Hutt | |
| Qigong (Chi Gong, Chi Kung) increases the personal qi (chi, life force energy) and activates our body’s own self healing abilities. The benefits include improvement in physical health and wellbeing, a calming of the mind and increased ability to focus and see clearly enabling one to gain more control of life. | |
| Yoga | FREE |
| 6.00pm | |
| Silverstream School Hall Whitemans Road, Silverstream, Upper Hutt | |
| Basic Hatha Yoga is suitable for those who have never tried it to those who are regulars. Wear something warm and comfortable be prepared to feel more energetic as well as relaxed. | |
Thursday
29 July, 5 & 12 August
26 August, 2 & 9 September
| Pilates | FREE |
| 9.15am | |
| Silverstream Scout Den Dunns Park, Tapestry Grove, Silverstream, Upper Hutt | |
| Pilates is an excellent form of exercise that is fun and can be modified to suit all. The main benefits are improved posture, better muscle tone without adding bulk, increased strength and flexibility, better breathing techniques and improved core muscle strength benefiting the lower back. | |
| Zumba | FREE |
| 6.30pm | |
| Timberlea Community House 72 Norana Road, Timberlea, Upper Hutt | |
| ZUMBA is a Latin-inspired, dance-fitness class creating a dynamic, exciting and effective class! The cardio-based dance movements are easy-to-follow and work all your muscles, especially the heart. Best of all, you don't have to be a dancer to master a Zumba class—everyone can join the party! | |
Friday
30 July, 6 & 13 August
27 August, 3 & 10 September
| Hydrorobics | *Costs apply |
| 9.20am* | |
| H2O Xtream Corner Brown & Blenheim Streets, Upper Hutt | |
| Hydrorobics is fun, safe and very effective. Whether you need a gentle workout while pregnant or injured; a strenuous session to build strength and stamina, or a fun, social general fitness workout, we can provide a session that is right for you. | |
| Sit Dancing | FREE |
| 10.00am | |
| Cossie Club* 11 Logan Street, Upper Hutt | |
| Exercises perfect for those that find other types of activity a struggle due to mobility or stability issues. This class will have you moving in your seat and will provide you with ideas that you can do at home! | |
| Senior Hydrorobics | *Costs apply |
| 10.30am* | |
| H2O Xtream Corner Brown & Blenheim Streets, Upper Hutt | |
| Senior Hydrorobics is a fun and safe workout specifically for over 60’s with a strong emphasis on socialising including free tea and coffee after the class. | |
Saturday
31 July, 7 & 14 August
28 August, 4 & 11 September
| Jazz & Ballet | FREE |
| 11.00am | |
| Anita’s Dance Academy 175 Main Street, Upper Hutt | |
| Dancing is a unique form of exercising which helps manage weight, maintain a healthy heart and is a fun, exciting way to exercise, get fit and make friends. Beneficial for everyone, no matter what size, shape, age or level of fitness. | |
| Zumba Gold | FREE |
| 1.00pm | |
| Anita’s Dance Academy 175 Main Street, Upper Hutt | |
| Zumba Gold is a lower intensity, innovative, fun and exciting class designed for the true beginner with routines that are easy to learn and follow. The same great Latin styles of music and dance are used and the class strives to improve our balance, strength, flexibility and most importantly, the heart. | |
PLEASE NOTE:
* Normal fees apply for all H2O Xtream activities
* Other times are available for Hydrorobics. Please contact H2O Xtream for full timetable.
* Cossie Club is open to non-members as well as members for the programmes held at their facility. Please register at the Cossie Club reception on entry.
Last Modified: 11 August 2010
