Incorporates core strengthening, muscle coordination, stretching and balance in an exercise which is specific to the individual pathology.

Based in Kirwan, NQPC offer one-on-one and small group classes supervised by one of our qualified Physiotherapists. Because our exercise classes are instructed by our Physiotherapists, you will receive professional supervision and corrective advice on the best and most appropriate exercises for your health needs.

Our exercise classes target many populations including men and women suffering from chronic or ongoing spinal pain, athletes, specific injury areas, and people dealing with specific conditions affecting body movement and control. It can assist by improving your performance on the sports field, postural control and function at work, and improving your function in everyday life.

Other benefits include:

All over body strengthening and toning Core stability training Specific muscle training for back, neck pain & other joint pain Correct underlying muscle imbalances Improve posture and flexibility

Physiotherapy Exercise Classes – (Pilates)

All of our Exercise Classes at NQPC are instructed by an accredited Physiotherapist. Small group classes to allow for plenty of 1 on 1 attention and instruction. If you have not previously attended, then a 30 minute individual session is recommended. This will allow us to gather information on any specific health concerns or injuries you may have, discuss the class format and teach you how to identify neutral alignment and pelvic tilt, and engage the core muscles without bracing the trunk.

Our Exercise Classes offer a mix of mat work, resistance bands, fit balls, exercise rings, foam rollers, light dumbbell weight, and the use of a reformer amongst other equipment.

Timetable

Hydrotherapy or Aquatic Physiotherapy is physiotherapy performed in water for the treatment of varying conditions and disease. It provides a relaxing and supportive environment and enables people with pain, post-surgery conditions, arthritis and mobility issues, to participate in physical activity and functional rehabilitation.The properties of the water and a variety of treatment techniques (including manual therapy, facilitation and exercise) are used to design specific treatments to address individual conditions/goals.

The warmth and buoyancy of a water environment can be used to:

• Reduce pain

• Decrease/progress weight bearing

•  Promote muscle relaxation

• Increase range and movement and flexibility

• Increase strength and endurance

• Core stability and balance reactions

• Improve general fitness

NQPC runs a small weekly group class at Kokoda Pool in Gulliver or you can book one on one Hydrotherapy at your preferred time. The pool is heated and is fully equipped with ramp access. Prior to beginning hydrotherapy, you will be required to fill out an assessment form together with one of our physiotherapists in order to ensure appropriate treatment for your condition and to discuss individual aims. 

Time & Location

Class Time: Thursday 10:45am & 11:30am
Location: Kokoda Pool