Knees Up is a registered charity providing safe and friendly exercise classes for those over 50 and those referred by their doctor to take exercise.
– Find the gym unwelcoming?
– Wanting to make new friends?
– Wanting to exercise at your own pace in a comfortable non pressurised environment?
– Recovering from a recent operation and looking to get back into exercise?
Knees Up could be for you.
Welcome to Knees Up!
At Knees Up it’s all about having fun while you exercise in a safe and controlled environment.
Knees Up was originally formed to provide continued exercise for those progressing from the cardiac rehab classes at Blandford Hospital.
Today we have extended our offering to cover a range of exercise programs from low to medium impact. We offer classes for medical referrals and for those who are looking to maintain or improve their fitness levels.
Our Classes
Specialised Health Circuit
Accessible exercise circuits with specialist exercise supervision and guidance for all. Fun, friendly and taken at your own pace ….
OTAGO and postural stability
This class aims to improve balance, strength and confidence to reduce risk of falls ….
Yoga
Yoga is a practice developed thousands of years ago that connects body, breathing and mind….
Chair Based Exercise
This class is aimed at clients who need to regain strength following illness, trauma or joint replacement….
Silver Swans Ballet
Ballet for the over 55’s
Tai Chi / Qi Gong
Tai Chi combines deep breathing and relaxation with flowing movements …..
Exercise and Circuit Class
Circuits are designed to improve cardiovascular fitness …..
Cardiac Rehabilitation ( Phase 4 )
Coming soon. March 2025 …..
Pilates
A traditional style of Pilates promoting flexibility …..
Breathe Well
Pulmonary Rehabilitation class tailored for people with respiratory conditions ….
What our clients say
I joined Knees Up as I am 77 and things have started to seize up – it’s a case of use it or lose it! I like being in a group with a teacher taking us through the movements/exercises. It’s so much better than attempting to do it on your own as home – when you can always find an excuse to do them tomorrow! My balance has started to improve and I would recommend Knees Up to anyone who wants to keep active in older life and mobile