W40 class receives ACC tick of approval

Each week staff at Hokitika Swimming Pool hold a range of classes for the community. These target all fitness levels and abilities.

Recently, the W40 class run by Traci Booth-Ross was audited by Carol Hides of Sport Canterbury and received the ACC community strength and balance tick of approval. Ms Hides report noted, “In essence your entire class was all about strength and balance. You included a lot of dual tasking by adding in our arms or hands. It certainly made for a great workout and I came away feeling like I had worked my entire body.

Traci, thank you for all you are doing with older adults and exercise within your community. You are making a difference. We appreciate this.”

The audit assessed that the class was targeted to the over 65 age group and excerises challenged participants while improving their balance and leg strength to reduce the risk of falling.

Pool Manager Angie Paul says, “Traci runs these classes for the love of the pool community. We are blessed to have her as part of the Aqua fitness team here, she’s incredible!”

This class and other fitness classes run weekly at the Hokitika Swimming Pool:

Monday, 9am – 10am (Starting 4 November 2024)	Aqua fit	This is an intermediate class, a bit faster than senior fit and more physically challenging. Still encompassing strength, balance and toning. Lots of fun!
Tuesday, 6.30am – 7.10am	W40	Not Aqua Zumba it’s W40 (water 40 minutes): Less dance, more warrior. Easier moves with repetition to target individual muscles. High energy, low impact due to water resistance. Ideal for knees and hips that struggle on land. Great music to make exercising more enjoyable!
Thursday, 9am – 10am	Senior fit	This class is good for strength and balance and toning. Suits people of all ages but gentle on the body for our elderly participants.
Thursday, 5.30pm Saturday, 4pm	Aqua Zumba	Get ready to unlock your full potential with Aqua Zumba, This empowering workout combines dance and water resistance to boost your fitness journey, supporting your balance and amplifying your results. Suitable for any size, any age, any fitness, one class fits all.