Seniors improve flexibility and balance with exercise class in Mittagong

The mature exercises class takes place on Thursday mornings at 10am, at the Mittagong Community Centre.

Classes are led by AUSactive leader Jane Reid.

"The group are very enthusiastic - the venue is good and everyone is getting involved," she said.

"People can exercise at a pace that suits them."

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Classes consist of one hour of gentle exercises.

"I could feel my hamstring," participant Joy said.

"It is good to keep moving and use your muscles differently."

To take part in classes, people must become a Mittagong Seniors member which has an annual fee of $10, pay a weekly attendance fee of five dollars and seven dollars per week for the class.

Other activities include line dancing, ukulele classes, and playing various board games.

A Qigong class is also held every Tuesday at 1pm.

Those who want more information can emal mittagongseniors@gmail.com, or visit the Mittagong Community Centre every Tuesday or Thursday between 9am and 2pm.

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