Senior Classes
Improve balance, mobility and confidence in our senior exercise classes
At Bluecoat Sports, our senior fitness classes are designed to help you maintain an active lifestyle in a supportive, friendly environment. Our purpose-built facilities include a 25m swimming pool, state-of-the-art gym equipment, and dedicated spaces for specialised classes – perfect for members and non-members who want to maintain or improve fitness levels and reap the mental benefits.
Choose from our range of senior-focused sessions:
- Senior Fit for guided full-body workouts
- Senior Gym for equipment-based training
- Senior Pilates to improve flexibility and core strength
- Senior Swim, a member’s swim time allocated for a more relaxing swim in a quieter environment.
Each class is led by qualified instructors who understand your specific needs and will help modify exercises to match your comfort level.
Ready to start? Book your class online or call our team to discuss our flexible membership options. First-time visitors can schedule a free consultation, during which we’ll help you choose the right classes for your fitness goals.
Our exercise classes for seniors
Senior Gym
Our Senior Gym class is a supervised session for our senior members (60yrs+) looking to get their sweat on! For the first half of the session, the seniors can design their own workout on our first-class equipment. Our expert instructors will then lead the last 30 minutes of the session, challenging the seniors to a circuit including a mixture of cardiovascular, resistance and mobility exercises designed to get the entire body moving!
Suitable For : Anyone aged 60+
Class Duration : 1 hour
Equipment Needed : Towel
Memberships Included : Full, Classes, PAYGO
Senior Fit
It’s important to stay fit and healthy at any age, so our Senior Fit class is tailored for our more mature members. Led by our expert instructors, Senior Fit is a cardiovascular exercise session set to music to keep things fun and interesting. With exercises designed with our members in mind, this session is suitable for a range of abilities. This class will get your whole body moving, working on your mobility as well as cardiovascular health.
Suitable For : Anyone
Class Duration : 1 hour
Equipment Needed : Towel
Memberships Included : Full, Classes, PAYGO
Aqua Aerobics
Our Aqua Aerobics classes provide a great cardio workout within the shallow parts of the pool. Whilst waist-deep in the pool, work against the resistance of the water to strengthen your whole body under the reassurance that your joints and muscles are protected from any high-impact exercises. Challenging yourself in our Aqua Aerobics class will also work to improve your cardiovascular system. A great workout for all abilities!
Suitable For : Anyone aged 14+
Class Duration : 45 minutes
Equipment Needed : Towel
Memberships Included : Full, Classes, PAYGO
Senior Pilates
This class is designed for our senior members. Our instructors will guide you through a range of exercises inspired by Joseph Pilates, performed slowly, aiming to improve balance, posture, and mobility. The use of mat work & standing exercises improves strength, stability, and flexibility, introducing new movements that will aid your body in both day-to-day activities and any other forms of exercise that are part of your routine.
Suitable For : Anyone
Class Duration : 1 hour
Equipment Needed : Mat
Memberships Included : Full, Classes, PAYGO
The benefits of physical activity for seniors
Regular exercise classes provide tremendous physical and social benefits for older adults. Group exercise classes help maintain muscle mass, bone density, and joint mobility – which is vital for preserving daily activity independence. Balance-focused fitness activities reduce fall risks, while cardiovascular workouts support heart health and boost energy levels throughout the day.
Beyond the physical rewards, joining exercise classes creates meaningful social connections. Working out in a group setting fights isolation, builds friendships, and adds structure to your weekly routine. Our members often tell us that the encouraging atmosphere and shared experience make exercise more enjoyable and help them stay motivated. The social bonds formed during classes extend beyond workout sessions, with many participants meeting for coffee and conversation after their workouts.
