Strength for Life
The Council on Ageing WA's Strength for Life program is available at Cannington and Riverton Leisureplex.
Strength for Life offers senior fitness services for those aged 50 and over.
The program focuses on getting seniors into the gym and having them complete a structured strength routine. It is modified to meet their needs. The program aims to provide a fun, friendly, and relaxed environment.
Before commencing the program, a full doctor's clearance and physical assessment with our fitness team are required.
At Cannington, you’ll be provided a personalised workout plan and instructed on the correct technique.
Activities
- Morning and afternoon gym sessions with a trainer onsite.
- Access to pools, spa, sauna, and steam room.
- Aqua Aerobics classes.
Timetable
Day |
Morning Gym |
Aqua Aerobics |
Afternoon Gym / Swim |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 8am to 11am^ | 8am to 9pm | 1pm to 4pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 11am | 1pm to 4pm | |
| Wednesday | 8am to 11am^ | 8am to 9pm | 1pm to 4pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 11am | 1pm to 4pm | |
| Friday | 8am to 11am^ | 8am to 9pm | 1pm to 4pm |
^ supervised workout from 9am to 10am
Cost
- Casual passes available from $7.80 per single entry, with multi passes and memberships available.
- Participants seeking HBF rebates must attend the supervised workouts held within the gym (gate entry must occur at the session commencement time). Supervised workouts are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9am to 10am. Please contact HBF or your alternative health insurance provider for more information about your eligibility.
- Casual and multi passes can only be used for gym and class access.
At Riverton, you’ll be provided a personalised workout plan and instructed on the correct technique.
Activities
- Afternoon gym sessions with a trainer onsite.
- Access to pools, spa, sauna, and steam room.
- Aqua Aerobics classes.
- Specialised sessions focused on:
- balance and coordination
- strength training
- group fitness
- aquatic group fitness
- modified games
- social events.
Timetable
Day |
Morning Gym |
Aqua Aerobics |
Afternoon Gym / Swim |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 1pm to 4pm^ | 8am to 9am | Balance and Coordination at 2pm |
| Tuesday | 1pm to 4pm^ | 1pm to 4pm | |
| Wednesday | 1pm to 4pm^ | 8am to 9am | Strength and Endurance at 2pm |
| Thursday | 1pm to 4pm^ | Stretching Master Class at 2pm | |
| Friday | 1pm to 4pm^ | 8am to 9am | Group Games at 2pm |
^ supervised workout from 1pm to 3pm
Cost
- Casual passes available from $7.80 per single entry, with multi passes and memberships available.
- Participants seeking HBF rebates must attend the supervised workouts held withing the gym (gate entry must occur at the session commencement time). Supervised workouts are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 1pm to 2pm and then from 2pm to 3pm. Please contact HBF or your alternative health insurance provider for more information about your eligibility.
- Casual and multi passes can only be used for gym and class access.
- Download and complete the participant forms:
- Take the Doctor Referral Letter to your local GP and have them complete the medical participant form.
- Once completed, contact us on 9231 0900 and book an appointment.
- On the day of your appointment, please bring all completed forms, a towel, and water bottle. Wear comfortable clothes and closed in shoes.
- Inform the trainers at the gym desk of your arrival.
For more information on the Strength for Life program, pricing, and registrations, please contact us on 9231 0900.
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