Seated Strength (specialist)

Service Description

𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 Seated Strength is a fully chair-based exercise class designed for anyone who needs or prefers to exercise without standing. Using light dumbbells, resistance and controlled movement, the class works the major muscle groups of the upper and lower body while remaining safely seated throughout. Exercises focus on maintaining and improving strength, mobility and everyday function, with movements adapted to suit different abilities. This is a supportive, accessible class where you can build strength and confidence in your body without balance or standing being a barrier to exercise. 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀 & 𝗙𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀 𝗔𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀 • Maintain and improve muscular strength • Support mobility and joint movement • Improve upper and lower body function • Build core control and postural support • Maintain independence for everyday activities • Exercise safely without relying on standing balance • Build confidence with regular movement 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁 • 𝗘𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 (𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗱): Supportive chairs, light dumbbells and resistance equipment are used throughout the class • 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 & 𝗧𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗼: Low to moderate intensity with controlled, functional movements. Exercises can be adapted and resistance adjusted to suit individual ability • 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗩𝗶𝗯𝗲: Friendly, encouraging and inclusive. Expect a proper exercise session with plenty of support, without the pressure of keeping up or needing to stand 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 Seated Strength is led by Sam Pow, a certified Seated Exercise Instructor, who specialises in creating supportive and accessible exercise experiences. Sam will guide you through each movement with clear instruction and individual adaptations, helping you exercise at a level that feels appropriate for your body and ability. 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 • The entire class can be completed from a chair - there is no requirement to stand during the session • Exercises and resistance can be adapted to individual mobility and ability • Please disclose any relevant health conditions, injuries, mobility limitations or recent changes to your health before taking part • A health questionnaire must be completed before attendance. Please update Sam before your session if anything has changed or you need assistance.