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Stretch Breathe and Relax

Price:
£15.00
Starts:
13/05/2024
Day of week:
MON
Ends:
20/05/2024
Location:
Gravesend Adult Education Centre, Gravesend
Time:
11:15 - 12:15
Duration:
2 weeks

Each week you'll be guided through a series of movements that will help to reduce tension, improve circulation and mobility and boost your energy levels. You'll also learn movements that will help to support and improve your posture and alignment using Pilates, Yoga and Active Stretching techniques.

By the end of this course you should be able to:
Identify a range of activities suitable for you.
Describe some key underlying principles physical and mental fitness.
Identify how to take this work forward if you want to.

Most exercises will be floor-based or on a chair with some periods of lying down..

Each lesson will feature a variety of stretches and muscle toning exercises which will be taught to enable you to work progressively and safely at all times. Exercises will be adapted where necessary, incorporating specific movements to meet your individual needs and help you develop at their own pace.



How will I be taught?

You will be taught by a qualified and experienced Zumba® tutor. Teaching methods will include demonstration, explanation, discussion and times for question and answer sessions. Your tutor will demonstrate movements and talk you through all sequences. Activities will be adapted to suit individual needs and capabilities. You will be carefully observed to ensure that you are working safely and be encouraged to monitor and record your progression on the course.
To assist us in providing a safe and healthy environment for you to exercise you will be asked to complete a Confidential Health Questionnaire. Your progress will be monitored through a Learning record and your own personal learning diary or fitness log.

What do I need to bring with me?

You will need supportive, comfortable clothing that allows ease of movement. Denim jeans, formal trousers, skirts or dress are not suitable for this activity. Sports trainers are needed to support the feet and ankles. Outdoor sandals, shoes or boots are not appropriate for this class. You may be advised not to take part if you are not dressed appropriately.

Students need to bring a mat to work on and may wish to bring a towel. Please bring water, and avoid eating one and a half hours prior to exercising.

What can I do next?

Specialist advice is available from your tutor to help identify the next suitable course for you. Alternatively visit our website www.kentadulteducation.co.uk.
During your course your tutor will offer guidance in relation to your personal progression route. Courses are designed to progress you to further study or into employment. In addition some of our courses support access to Further and Higher Education opportunities. KAE web site has information about these courses and developing your own business. Please speak with your tutor if you have an interest in self-employment or an interest in developing a career. We can also help you access the National Careers service.

What do I need to join the course

No prior knowledge or experience is required. This is a beginners class that is suitable for beginners and people with very little experience.

You will need to be able to follow verbal instructions, observe and copy physical movements and use spatial awareness within a group.

Please take a moment to consider the list below. If you have suffered from any of the conditions listed, please check with a medical practitioner whether it is suitable for you to undertake an exercise programme and bring a referral letter from your doctor to your tutor. If you have not checked, or if it is not suitable, please do not participate in this class.
- Do you ever have pains in your chest?
- Have you had any operations or injuries in the last year?
- Do you often feel faint or have spells of dizziness?
- Are you receiving medication for any condition?
- Do you have high blood pressure?
- Do you have a bone or joint problem, such as Arthritis, Osteoporosis, Back or knee
problems?

If you have a disability and think it may affect your learning in the classroom, or using any of our other services, please speak to us in confidence as soon as possible.

Getting to your course

Find us

Gravesend Adult Education Centre
Darnley Road
Gravesend
Kent
DA11 0RX

If you require any information about this location then please call 03000 41 22 22* and quote the Course Code GRA/140222/N/PF.