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Senior Activities

Senior Activities

We offer a range of activities here at parkside for those aged 55 or over. Including senior swims in the mornings, as well as being welcomed in and around the centre all day everyday! 

Swim for 60+

Do you not like crowded lanes and a cold pool but still want to maintain an healthy lifestyle? Here at parkside we are offering a 60+ swim session. This session will take place in our diving pool which is kept at a warmer temperature of 29 degrees. The pool is 12m long by 12.5m wide and has a moveable floor which will also be set at 1.2m meaning you can swim and stand up easy. These sessions will run on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Please click 'BOOK HERE' to see available slots.

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Gym sessions

No matter your age or ability come down to the gym and experience our wide range of machines. We have new machines ranging from cardio to weights. If you have any questions speak to one of our fully qualified FIs who will be in and around the gym.

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Basics Classes

Here at parkside we are now offering a basics version of our most popular classes. These classes will offer the less abled or new comers a chance to get an experience of what a fitness class can be like before jumping into our normal classes

Yoga Basics

Are you are new to fitness classes or want to learn the fundamentals of yoga before jumping into a more advanced class? Come down every Monday at 16:15 to try something new in our Yoga Basics class.

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HIIT Basics

Our High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) basics class will be a scaled down version of the usual HIIT classes we have to offer and are perfect if you are trying to get back into shape.

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Aerobics Basics

Aerobics is the perfect class for burning them calories. If it has been a while or you arent feeling the gym this week book into the Aerobics basics class to get you moving!

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Group Cycle Basics

Group cycle is one of our most popular classes here at parkside due to its high intensity. Try out in our group cycle basics and find your rythm before juping into the more advanced classes.

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