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Active Hastings launches new classes aimed at ageing well

This is an extension of the Stronger for life campaign launched in 2024

The classes are aimed at preventing falls and building community

Active Sussex has provided funding, to remove cost as a barrier

Active Hastings is adding new classes to its active ageing programme, Stronger for Life, designed to improve strength and balance.

This is an extension of a programme launched in Q3 2024 that included a seated strength exercise class, Qigong and walking football and is backed with funding from Active Sussex.

The new classes for 2025 are Move It or Lose It: a fun and relaxed class that focuses on flexibility and includes aerobic, balance and strength exercises for older adults, with seated options available and Flexi-Balance, which comprises strength, balance and simple resistance exercises, a short cardio section to music and finishes with a seated stretch and cool down. There's also the chance for participants to share experiences of how exercise improves their daily lives.

Thanks to the funding the suggested ticket price is £3.00 per class, but if the cost is a barrier, different options are available, including free tickets.

Cath Donovan, Active Hastings co-ordinator, says: “The Stronger for Life project aims to increase the provision of community strength and balance sessions for people at risk of falling in later life. We're delighted we can continue to grow this project and offer new classes for the residents of Hastings.”

Active Hastings is hosted by Hastings Borough Council in partnership with East Sussex County Council and brings together a range of local and national partners to support the people of Hastings in getting active.

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Active ageing exercise classes aim to prevent falls and build community

By Kath Hudson 08 Jan 2025

Active Hastings launches new classes aimed at ageing well

This is an extension of the Stronger for life campaign launched in 2024

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Active Sussex has provided funding, to remove cost as a barrier

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