Jan 20 - Sport And Leisure Activity Programme For Seniors
The Gibraltar Sports & Leisure Authority(GSLA) work in partnership with the Physical Activities Association for Mature Older Adults (PAAMOA) to bring seniors in Gibraltar a programme of sport and physical activities aimed at ensuring the ‘Look After Yourself’ philosophy, no matter what age.
The philosophy of ‘use it or lose it,’ runs strongly through the senior population of Gibraltar who not only benefit from keeping their bodies and minds agile and active, but also thoroughly enjoy the social interaction offered by taking part in the overall programmes.
Activities on offer for seniors:
Ten Pin Bowling 10am to 4pm: Weekdays at King’s Bastion Leisure Centre. Off peak rates for PAAMOA members who meet Tuesday mornings 10am and Friday afternoons 1pm for friendly competition.
Power Walking – Available daily during opening hours - Bayside Sports Centre fitness trail; beautiful views, no hills, traffic or fumes. A great way to start or end the day. PAAMOA members walk Tuesday mornings, meeting at approximately 9.45am by pagodas.
Mondays
Aqua Fit – 9 to 10am -Swimming and exercises in the GSLA 25m pool with Angie Santos. Contact PAAMOA This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or tel: 54886000 or 20043738 for further information.
Introduction to the Principles of Pilates - 4 to 5pm at the Bayside Sports Centre, Studio. Introducing the practices and principles of Pilates to seniors. Those taking part must be able to take part in floor exercises. Contact Alison on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Tel 54017830 to book a place.
Senior Citizens Swimming -10am to 12noon – GSLA small pool. Lifeguard on duty. Telephone 20066118 for further information.
Tuesdays
Mobility & Chair Exercise Session – Kings Bastion Leisure Centre - Primarily for those over the age of 70 years, aimed at maintaining mobility, muscle strength and co-ordination. The session is held in the morning, times confirmed on being accepted into the class. Contact Janet Lima on 20070346/54195000/20071318 or Christine Payas on 54029322/20040961 or via e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to go onto the waiting list.
Senior Citizens Swimming -10am to 12noon and 3 to 4pm – GSLA small pool. Lifeguard on duty. Telephone 20066118 for further information.
Wednesdays
Yoga for Mature older adults 9.30 to 11am - - Fantastic exercise for mature older adults held at the Yoga centre, Town Range led by Karen Avellano one of Gibraltar’s most experienced Yoga instructors. Telephone 20041389 for further information.
Thursdays
Exercise to Music Classes - Bayside Sports Centre
Class one - 9.15 to 10am - Aimed at ages 55 to 67, a low impact class which includes warm up, mobility, cardio-vascular work, muscular strength and endurance and co-ordination.
Class two - 10.15 to 11am - Aimed at 68 years and over. A slightly more controlled class incorporating all of the above. Telephone 20076522 for further info.
Introduction to Aqua exercise for beginners and frail older adults – 1pm to 1.45pm GSLA small pool. Session aimed at introducing members to controlled mobility and strength exercises using the water to aid muscle tone whilst reducing stress to joints. Contact Simone on e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by telephone 54886000/20043738.
Recreation Afternoon for seniors - 1.45 to 3.30pm - Badminton, table tennis, soft tennis and carpet bowls, for men and women. Please wear white soled training shoes and bring along a drink. (Time slot available subject to availability) Telephone 20076522 for further information.
Friday Mobility, co-ordination and music for frail older adults –King’s Bastion Leisure. 9.30 to 10.15am – Standing mobility and co-ordination. 10.30 to 11.15am – Standing and sitting rhythmic movements.
Mobility & co-ordination aimed at keeping the mind and body agile.
Contact Maria on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or tel 54031829.
Saturday Senior Citizens Swimming -12 noon to 3pm - GSLA small pool. Lifeguard on duty.
Tel 20066118 for further information.
Tai Chi - 11am to 1pm - at the Yoga Centre - This gentle form of martial arts is superb for encouraging the body to look after itself and find its natural balance. Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or telephone 20078714 for info on costs etc.
Aqua Aerobics, Aqua Fit & Pilates
PAAMOA have an extensive programme of Aqua Aerobics, water fitness and Pilate’s activities for seniors. Please contact the Physical Activities Association for Mature Older Adults (PAAMOA) www.PAAMOA.com for full details.
Aqua activities Co-ordinator -Simone Redman on e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Tel 54886000/20043738.
Pilates classes Co-ordinator - Alison Prior on e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Tel 54017830.
For further information on sport and physical activities for seniors please contact the Sports Development & Training Unit on e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or telephone 20076522
