Staying Young & Active: Low Impact

SY&A is a Group Fitness, total body, music-based, aerobic dance and strength workout!

Music used in this class, has been specifically designed for this group fitness course, so expect a combination of disco, pop, rock, and some timeless oldies.

The first 30 minutes is your cardiovascular workout. A choreographed dance routine with grapevines, pivots, easy walks and Step knees amongst other moves. 

The second 30 minutes is split between strength training with hand weights, and mat work ( lying on the floor ) for body strength exercises and core. End the hour with stretches. 

Please Note: this course is designed for the more ACTIVE students. 

Course Breakdown

Week 1: Learn a 30-minute choreographed dance routine, standing strength exercises, and mat exercises 

Week 2: Same as week 1 

Week 3: Same dance choreography. Different standing strength, and mat exercises.

Week 4: Same as week 3 

Week 5: Focus is more on bone health, so strength and endurance based. Resistance bands and small balls are used. There is a 10-minute cardio dance included to get the party started! 

Week 6: Learn a different 30 minutes choreographed dance routine, standing strength exercises, and mat exercises.

Week 7: Same as week 6 

Week 8: Same dance choreography. Different standing strength and mat exercises 

Week 9: Same as week 8 

This outline provides an overview of what may be covered during the course; however, changes may occur based on various factors and the needs of the class.

Term Dates

Term 1 runs from Saturday 3 February to Thursday 3 April (depending on the class you attend).

Term 2 runs from Saturday 26 April to Thursday 26 June (depending on the class you attend).

Term 3 runs from Saturday 19 July to Tuesday 16 September (depending on the class you attend).

Term 4 runs from Saturday 11 October to Saturday 13 December (depending on the class you attend). Please note there will be no class on Saturday 6th December due to the annual Student and Tutor exhibition. 

Outcomes

Students who attend an SY&A course regularly can expect: 

• Fun and socialisation 
• Enhanced mood and self-confidence 
• Improved cardiovascular health 
• Improved strength and mobility 
• Improved brain power
• Improved sleep 
• Improved balance, coordination and multitasking skills.

What to bring 

• Comfortable shoes and clothes so you can move easily
• Water bottle

Testimonials 

"I have been attending exercise classes and other functions at North Sydney Community Centre for over 6 years. I want to say it is extremely well-run and very organised. The variety of courses offered is excellent and thoughtfully designed for all ages. The prices are reasonable, and the staff are absolutely terrific - always helpful, patient and smiling! Not many places can say that. My exercise classes, Staying Young & Active, are the best I’ve ever had!"