Physiotherapist-led
Exercise Classes
We hold a variety of exercise and education classes in our gym. A fully qualified Physiotherapist runs the classes and they are kept to a maximum of 10 to ensure everyone gets great supervision.
Core & Floor Circuit
Having trouble with your core? Namely your stomach muscles, pelvic region, including gluteals?
Then this is the class for you. Come and join this one hour circuit class. Gives you a great, safe workout.
Having a strong core means you can achieve much more, improves balance, speed, and reduces low back strain.
Pilates
DMA Clinical Pilates is research-based and taught mainly by health professionals. The original concept of Pilates has been taken apart, challenged and brought in line with current knowledge.
Classes have a maximum of 10 people. All our instructors are qualified physiotherapists, and spend time going around the class ensuring everyone is doing exercises the safest way for them. They can also advise on modifications and general education on injuries and areas of pain during or after class. Fun and relaxed environment, perform to the best of your ability, no competition or pressure to keep up with everyone.
Pilates can help with:
General fitness and strengthening
Specific strengthening of core
Relaxation and breathing control,
Coordination
Lower back pain
Neck and shoulder pain
Sports performance
Yoga Therapy
Recent research by some of the top professionals in the field of physiotherapy and chronic pain has strongly suggested that much of our current low back pain epidemic can be linked to lifestyle; not only too much sitting, but also high levels of stress and our perception that "back pain" is serious pain. On top of that we are constantly told to sit up straight, work our core's and that back pain is all about poor posture and weak muscles.
However, too much muscle tone, and in particular an inability to ever relax that tone, is being shown to be a major contributor to low back pain. Learning to move in better patterns and to relax our muscles is vital. In order to help clients learn to relax and move in better patterns, we are pleased to introduce yoga classes. Our yoga classes will have a maximum of 10 people, so individual attention can be given to each participant.
Benefits of Yoga:
Increase muscle strength and length
Increase balance
Focus on breath
Energy and vitality,
Stress Management
Pain management and coping strategies
Self-care - Holistic approach to mind and body wellness
Timetable
Class Fees
Casual class - $25 per class
10 Class Package - $200 (use for any class type)
Remember to wear suitable exercise clothing - a water bottle is also recommended.
All classes are taken by Karen Carmichael, a Registered Physiotherapist with 30+ years of experience.
Please let Karen know if you have any pre-existing conditions.
Bookings are essential - just call the clinic on 07 856 4656 to check availability and secure your spot.