Move with Confidence: Wheelchair-based Fitness for Adults

About this course

Sessions combine tutor demonstrations with guided wheelchair-based exercises, stretching, balance work and movement activities. Participants also take part in individual and group activities, discussion and reflection, with exercises adapted to individual abilities and carried out at a comfortable pace. The course uses informal, ongoing assessment through observation, one-to-one feedback and personal goal review. Content includes posture, body mechanics, physical conditioning and strategies for maintaining an active lifestyle.

What you'll learn

• Identify ways posture, movement and body mechanics affect physical activity.
• Develop strength, flexibility, endurance and coordination through adapted exercise.
• Recognise the physical and mental wellbeing benefits associated with regular exercise.
• Set personal fitness and wellbeing goals and review progress towards them.
• Apply strategies for maintaining an active lifestyle.

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for adults aged 24 and over who use a wheelchair and want to take part in gentle physical activity. There are no formal entry requirements, and activities can be adapted to individual abilities. Participants work at their own pace in a combination of individual and group activities.

• Open to adults aged 24 and over.
• Designed for wheelchair users.
• No formal entry requirements are stated.
• Activities are adapted to individual abilities and comfort levels.

Before you go

• Wear comfortable clothing suitable for exercise.
• Bring a bottle of water to each session.
• Activities can be adapted to meet individual abilities and needs.