The NSW Seniors Festival will return this week, with social and fitness activities lined up across the Peninsula over the week-long event.
From Monday, March 28 to Friday, April 1, locals can visit ‘Open Week’ sessions with social nights regularly held at the Ettalong 50+ Leisure and Learning Centre.
On April 1, a ‘Dance for Health’ class will be held at Central Coast Outlet on McMasters Rd, Woy Woy, in collaboration for Meals on Wheels Central Coast.
The Dance Health Alliance specialise in dance classes for retirees as well as people living with dementia, chronic cognitive and movement challenges.
Morning tea will also be offered at the dance classes, giving the participants an opportunity to interact with other members of their community.
Bookings are essential and can be made by contacting 0427 026 229.
For those wanting to get out and active, a free senior strength training program will be offered at Peninsula Leisure Centre from March 25 to April 3, appointments required.
A free Tai Chi class will also be held there from 11:15am to 12pm on March 25, and an aqua deep fitness class on March 26 and April 1.
An active Over 50s fitness class will be held on March 29 and March 31.
Central Coast Council Administrator, Rik Hart said the Festival helps to connect seniors with the range of local services, lifelong learning, and leisure activities available across the region.
“With a growing ageing, but vibrant, population on the Central Coast, Council is committed to celebrating our older residents by promoting inclusion, independence and quality of life for all community members,” Hart said.
“We have put together a diverse calendar of events which seniors can access and enjoy from 25 March to 3 April, including educational workshops, fitness programs and entertainment that will enrich their lives and support them to age positively as they grow older.”
A copy of the full program of events is available from your local library, 50+ Leisure & Learning Centres and Seniors Centres or view online by searching ‘Seniors Festival’ at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au
Maisy Rae