FUNctional Movement for Seniors in Penrith
Senior Exercise Classes in Penrith
Move better. Stay strong. Maintain your confidence and independence.
Staying active as we age plays an important role in maintaining strength, balance, mobility and independence. Jade Seniors FUNctional Movement classes are designed for older adults who want to keep moving, become stronger and feel more confident in a supportive and welcoming environment. You do not need to be fit or experienced to begin. Each movement can be adjusted to suit your ability, allowing you to take part safely and progress at your own pace.
Exercise for Everyday Life
Our classes focus on practical movements that support the activities you complete every day.
Regular functional movement may help make it easier to:
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Walk and change direction confidently
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Get up from a chair
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Bend, reach and turn
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Use stairs
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Carry shopping
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Maintain balance on uneven surfaces
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Continue gardening, travelling and enjoying social activities
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Remain active and independent
We are not training for sporting competitions. We are training for life.
Who Are Jade Seniors Classes For?
Jade Seniors FUNctional Movement is suitable for:
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Older adults wanting to stay active
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Seniors returning to exercise
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People who feel stiff or less mobile
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Those wanting to improve balance and stability
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Anyone interested in gentle, practical strength training
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People who feel uncomfortable in traditional gyms
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Seniors looking for a friendly and social exercise environment
Whether you are new to exercise or searching for a more supportive alternative to high-impact training, the class can be adapted to your individual ability.
What Can You Improve?
Balance and Stability
Practise controlled movements that support steadiness and confidence while walking and completing daily activities.
Functional Strength
Build strength for movements such as standing, lifting, carrying, reaching and climbing stairs.
Mobility and Flexibility
Encourage easier movement through the joints and reduce feelings of stiffness.
Coordination and Body Awareness
Improve your understanding of how your body moves and responds.
Confidence
Feel more capable and secure while moving both inside and outside the class.
Social Connection
Exercise alongside others in an encouraging environment where conversation, laughter and friendship are part of the experience.
A Supportive Alternative to the Gym
Traditional gyms can feel intimidating, confusing or unsuitable for
many older adults. Jade Seniors is different.
Our classes focus on:
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Safe and controlled movement
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Exercises that can be modified
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Individual pacing
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Encouragement rather than competition
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Practical, achievable progress
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Long-term health and independence
You will never be pressured to keep up with someone else. Everyone completes the same general activities while working at the level that is right for them.
The goal is not to push harder. The goal is to move better.
More Than Movement
Exercise supports physical health, but the benefits of attending a regular class often extend much further.
Jade Seniors provides an opportunity to leave the house, connect with others, build a routine and enjoy being part of a positive community. Every improvement matters—whether it is feeling steadier while walking, standing more easily, reaching a little further or simply having more energy during the day.
What to Expect
A typical class may include:
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A gentle warm-up
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Mobility and range-of-motion exercises
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Balance and coordination activities
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Functional strength movements
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Activities that support everyday movement
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A gradual cool-down
Sessions are structured but flexible. Exercises can be adapted, and you are encouraged to rest whenever needed.
Class Details
Location: Jade Health Group Wellness Centre
Unit 2, 10 Coombes Drive, Penrith NSW
Wear comfortable clothing, supportive flat shoes and bring a water bottle.
Please contact Jade Health Group for the current class day and time.
Try Your First Class Free
Complete the Jade Fitness & Functional Movement Application Form before attending. The information you provide helps us understand your needs and determine whether the class is appropriate for you. Your first class is free, allowing you to experience the environment, meet the group and move at your own pace.
Complete the Application Form: Jade Fitness & Functional Movement Application Form – Fill out form
For current class times or further information, contact Jade Health Group on:
(02) 4704 8490 or info@jadehealing.com.au
Meet Steve
Steve, a certified black belt in Shaolin Kung Fu, having trained under Sifu David Greenland, a 32nd generation Shaolin Temple Warrior Monk himself, honed his skills at Emerald Dragon Martial Arts and received his black belt in July 2019.
But Steve'spassion for teaching goes beyond his own black belt. Even before achieving that rank, he was already guiding students on their martial arts journeys.
In 2023, Steve created Jade Fitness & FUNctional Movement. This class isn't just about exercise; it's a community specifically designed for people over 40 to get moving again and in 2024 he expanded this class to over 55's where the current age of the class ranges from 50 to late 70's.
I asked a few students if they were happy to do a quick video explaining their view on the class. They had no rehearsal, we just clipped on the mic's and this is what came up.