Active Health Classes

The Parkinson’s Exercise programme has been created specifically for people with Parkinson’s. Classes consist of functional exercises, some of which are chair-based, and some will use a range of simple equipment. This is an interactive session which enables you to take part from the comfort of your own home, with the added benefits of an instructor delivering a workout that can be adapted to suit your level and exercise goals.

The Parkinson’s Exercise programme has been created specifically for people with Parkinson’s. Classes consist of functional exercises, some of which are chair-based, and some will use a range of simple equipment. This is an interactive session which enables you to take part from the comfort of your own home, with the added benefits of an instructor delivering a workout that can be adapted to suit your level and exercise goals.

Dynamic Wellbeing classes are suitable for people with a range of health conditions including, but not limited to, people affected by cancer, chronic pain, type 2 diabetes, respiratory illness and neurological conditions. Level 2 is suitable for participants who:

• Have minimal or no difficulties with activities of daily living;
• Have good balance but may need additional support (a chair or wall) when completing specific balance exercises;
• Are independently mobile.

The Parkinson’s Exercise programme has been created specifically for people with Parkinson’s. Classes consist of functional exercises, some of which are chair-based, and some will use a range od simple equipment. This is an interactive session which enables you to take part from the comfort of your own home, with the added benefit of an instructor delivering a workout that can be adapted to suit your level and exercise goals.

Strength & Balance is an exercise class aimed at older adults to prevent falls, injuries and improve cognition. Keeping active and moving every day are vital to gently strengthen muscles and reduce your fall risk. If you have had a fall or are at risk of falls, Strength & Balance classes can help you build strength, balance and confidence.

Dynamic Wellbeing classes are suitable for people with a range of health conditions including, but not limited to, people affected by cancer, chronic pain, type 2 diabetes, respiratory illness and neurological conditions. Level 1 is suitable for participants who:

• Face difficulties or need assistance with activities of daily living;
• And/or use a walking aid;
• And/or have concerns about their balance and ability to stand.

Escape Pain is a rehabilitation programme supporting people with chronic hip, knee or back pain that integrates educational self-management and coping strategies with an exercise regimen focussing on promoting and progressing functional exercises that improve strength, balance, range and coordination.

Participants will receive an email prior to the initial session containing the Zoom joining link, and thereafter, all subsequent Zoom details will be sent to the participant direct from Active Health.

Participants are encouraged to attend every session. These sessions will be held on:

WK 1: Monday 15 April (1830-1945) & Thursday 18 April (1945-2100) WK 2: Monday 22 April (1830-1945) & Thursday 25 April (1945-2100) WK 3: Monday 29 April (1830-1945) & Thursday 2 May (1945-2100) WK 4: Monday 6 May (1830-1945) & Thursday 9 May (1945-2100) WK 5: Monday 13 May (1830-1945) & Thursday 16 May (1945-2100) WK 6: Monday 20 May (1830-1945) & Thursday 23 May (1945-2100)

High Life Highland’s virtual Cardiac Rehabilitation classes are delivered to you by a live instructor via the Zoom platform. This is an interactive session which enables you to take part from the comfort of your own home, with the added benefits of an instructor delivering a workout that can be adapted to suit your level and exercise goals.

Cancer Rehab is a programme supporting people affected by cancer in the Highlands to be physically active. This class is a moderate intensity class based on building up muscular strength to support the activities of everyday life, improving balance and coordination.

The Parkinson’s Exercise programme has been created specifically for people with Parkinson’s. Classes consist of functional exercises, some of which are chair-based, and some will use a range of simple equipment. This is an interactive session which enables you to take part from the comfort of your own home, with the added benefits of an instructor delivering a workout that can be adapted to suit your level and exercise goals.