The Disability Information and Resource Centre

A new course will start next term. It is called ‘I want to be a better me!’ This is a free, 9 week course!!

It is designed for participants who would like to change their lifestyle to a healthier one….. people will learn about cheap opportunities for physical activity and healthy eating.

All participants will get the opportunity to create their own goals to gain more confidence and motivation.
Please look at the attached flyer for more information.

Heartmoves – A gentle physical activity program supported by HALO and the Heart Foundation, suitable for anyone who hasn’t done any exercise in a while. You can exercise at your own pace in a friendly atmosphere. Classes are at Hackham West Community Centre starting Monday 4 Feb at a cost of $2 per session.
Please click here to download the flyer for more information.

Lifecare fitness classes – A range of physical activity programs aimed at over 55’s. Classes are held at Reynella and Aberfoyle Park.
Please click here to download the flyer for more information.

Please refer to the attached brochures and flyers for more information.

Charmaine, a Women’s Health Nurse for Southern Primary Health – Southern Women’s, will present this free 8-week group for women.
Wisemove is an 8-week program, which will support women to increase and sustain their physical activity, to improve their health and wellbeing.
Sessions are free and run for 2.5 hours on Mondays (except Tuesday 2 April), with a walk or other activity of 30-45 minutes. Each week is devoted to a specific topic such as motivation and benefits of physical activity, positive effects on lifestyles, body image / comfort, healthy eating, getting better with age and maintaining momentum.

WHERE: The Family Relationship Centre, 38 Beach Road, Christies Beach
WHEN: Mondays from 11 February – 2 April, from 9.30am to 12pm
WHAT: Please bring a bottle of water, hat, sunscreen and flat walking shoes.

For more information, including to book a place in the program, childcare or transport from Southern Women’s to the Family Relationship Centre, please call Charmaine on 8384 9555.

Please click here to download the flyer.

Healthy Active Lifestyles Onkaparinga (HALO) is pleased to offer FREE Leader Training for Easy Moves for Active Ageing (EMAA®)

EASY MOVES FOR ACTIVE AGEING (EMAA®) – an interactive two day training format of lectures, demonstrations, practical sessions and assessments conducted by physiotherapists with experience working with older adults. EMAA® leaders are trained to conduct safe exercise programs for older adults, with a focus on core exercises for flexibility, strength and balance.

HALO will be hosting a course on Thursday 7 and Friday 8 March 2013 in the City of Onkaparinga Civic Area.

The course will be free of charge and includes the EMAA® manual (5th edition published August 2012), Statement of Attainment, Certificate of Competency, morning tea and lunch both days.

A one day refresher course will also be offered on Thursday 7 March 2013 for those who have previously received EMAA® training but have not attended a course in the previous two years.

To register, please complete the attached EMAA Registration form and return to HALO before COB Friday 8 February.

Enquiries can be directed to HALO on 8384 0666 or email halo@onkaparinga.sa.gov.au

For more information about the EMAA® program visit the website www.activeageingaustralia.com.au

Places are strictly limited and eligibility criteria apply.

Regular Tuesday exercise classes are available to members of the local community for a gold coin donation.  This class is suitable for beginners to prepare them for wider community exercise programs.

 Yoga/Pilates style exercise and movement program for maintaining strength and conditioning, held Tuesdays at 10 am at Aberfoyle Park Baptist Church cnr Lyn St and Manning Rd Aberfoyle Park.

 This class is tailored for people who want to begin building up Strength, Flexibility and Stability in a friendly and supportive environment.

All welcome or further information contact Cathie on 8270 4316 or bpprojects@telstra.com

This class is sponsored by Aberfoyle Park Baptist Community Services Wellness and Active Ageing programs.