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Extend Gentle Exercise Classes

by West Bromwich African Caribbean Resource Centre

About our activities / service

Accessibility details Fully accessible
Opening hours 9am to 5pm - Monday to Friday

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Extend gentle exercise involves gentle movement to music for men and women over the ages of sixty years of age but it can also be enjoyed by those with a variety of abilities and it is suitable for all ages. Health experts believe 30 minutes of exercise each day can have a positive health benefits, increasing physical activity is a nation priority, it stops the rise of obesity and related health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease and strokes. All our classes are run by qualified tutors who hold a nationally recognised exercise qualification for exercise, our classes are friendly and fun and the music our tutors use reflect the group’s cultural needs. We currently run a number of classes for groups across Sandwell.

Staff qualifications Diploma's in Health & Social Care Levels 2 and Level 3 Diploma's in Health & Social Care Management Levels 4 & 5 Dementia’ OCNLR Level 2 Extend Certificate in Gentle Exercise and Falls Prevention
Genders All
Age focus 26-65 year olds, 65+ year olds

About the organisation

Provides services primarily for the African-Caribbean community across the Borough. Services provided include :- Meals on Wheels, day care for the elderly, links with employment services, Saturday School and Health Education project including support for children and families experiencing difficulties in relation to school exclusion. Homecare and domestic care provider

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