City of Gold Coast's award winning Active and Healthy program has been getting thousands of residents up, out and active every week for many years. There are over 300 free or low cost activities running weekly across the city all run by you, our valued partners.
It is a requirement that we report on the participant numbers of each Active and Healthy activity that we offer as part of the program. By completing participant numbers for each activity you run, you will help us understand how popular and engaged our residents are with our community activities. There are just a few short questions.
Please ensure you report attendance numbers for each activity you run during the Program.
Thank you!
City of Gold Coast Active and Healthy team.
City of Gold Coast's award winning Active and Healthy program has been getting thousands of residents up, out and active every week for many years. There are over 300 free or low cost activities running weekly across the city all run by you, our valued partners.
It is a requirement that we report on the participant numbers of each Active and Healthy activity that we offer as part of the program. By completing participant numbers for each activity you run, you will help us understand how popular and engaged our residents are with our community activities. There are just a few short questions.
Please ensure you report attendance numbers for each activity you run during the Program.
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Active Balance & Memory class - Wednesday 9.45am Ashmore Rachelle, Allan & I want to thank you for your excellent mind and body classes on Wednesday morning at Ashmore, so much FUN! Just what we need for our age group. All your expert help is well thought out. Would love to see some more participants joining in to experience what we as mature people need. All the variety of mind and body we do is so good for us! We feel 100% better when we leave your class many thanks for keeping us moving JENNY & ALLAN 💛
Rachelle55
almost 2 years ago
Dear Madonna, I was intending on writing last week, but this week is an even better double report. As you may have inferred, I do like and miss Ros already facilitating the yoga on Thursday. I also liked your classes and your attention to detail when you took over for Ros whilst she was away in Europe. I didn’t think that I would ever like anyone else taking this Gentle Flow class. But Tanya has certainly done it. Last week and this week she made the class her own by happily owning it and knowing she was our permanent teacher. She is all round like Ros and yourself with your music accompanying yoga. I find the music so helpful in setting the atmosphere for the Asanas.
A Community Hall is not so easy to set a soulful and Zen quality to an otherwise boring venue. I like the way Tanya has made the space her space and a sacred space for all of us. She lights some incense to clear the environment and sprays the hall with an essential oils mist. I know Ros on occasion would put a drop of essential oil on the wrists of all present in order to focus our attention and offer an intention. Clearly, it is evident that you, Madonna have been involved in their coaching. (I presume that both ladies learned yoga through you.)
I thought it only proper to write to you about Tanya like I have always written about Ros, who as a new yogi, mastered the class so well. Suited to my level. At first it almost scared me to have someone more advanced in her yoga as Tanya, but this has only allowed us to see how far yoga can be adapted to each individual. And there are members who are quite advanced themselves, who would relish the challenge. I would like to thank you Madonna for finding the Labrador Hub a new teacher which could not have been easy when dealing with such a large hall. Much appreciated Madonna. Namaste
Yogasapiens
almost 2 years ago
About today’s yoga…. Love Deva Premal. Love your singing bowl and chimes. Love your practice. Your class was especially polished today, if that is the word I am looking for. Your classes are always well organised and so much packed into the hour. But today it seemed different. More so. Maybe you sensed that someone was observing your class from a different perspective to a participant. I would say that Ros would have been thoroughly impressed with your style, technique and delivery. Not that it really matters anyway as you are our facilitator now. I also hope you didn’t mind me introducing you to Ros, or for that matter, Ros to you. Both of you are lovely spiritual ladies. It was from a good intention on my part.
I needed to share this with you. All the best for your second swimmers’ meet tomorrow. Amen 🙏
Anelė
Yogasapiens
almost 2 years ago
“I rejoined Janet Thomas’ exercise group after being absent for 2 years with no problems. I joined again as Janet is so lovely and caring for us older ladies and gentlemen. She has a lovely personality and though she is younger and fitter than us (lol) she makes sure we are capable of doing the class. Lovely group of people in their 50s 60s 70s and 80s and we go have coffee and chat afterwards” Carolynne 62
Janet Thomas
over 3 years ago
“I have only recently joined 40s plus fitness exercise classes. My fitness, strength and flexibility have already improved. The instructor Janet Thomas modifies the exercises to each individual‘s ability. The classes are fun and I enjoy the social aspect too” Therese 61 years of age
Janet Thomas
over 3 years ago
“I have been enjoying Janet Thomas’s exercise classes for about 10 years. I’m constantly being told I do not look 81 and I know I owe a lot of my youthfulness to this challenging and enjoyable class. Janet constantly challenges us and varies the exercises every week, concentrating mostly on a cardio, strength training, core, balance and stretching. I’ve also made many friendships and sometimes Janet has to raise her voice to stop us chattering! I have the upmost respect for Janet and highly recommend her classes”. Love it, Love it! Kathy
Janet Thomas
over 3 years ago
“What more could you want …keeping fit and active with like minded friends, all under the expert care of our instructor Janet Thomas. Highly recommend.” Lorraine 72 years of age Mudgeeraba
Janet Thomas
over 3 years ago
Shoshana's classes at Elanora are simply the most divine yoga practice I have ever attended. I've been doing yoga for over 20 years and I find Shoshana my favourite yoga teacher yet. Best start to the week. It fully equips me for the week ahead. Big love! Xo
Rebecca Cockayne
over 4 years ago
I've been doing yoga now for many years, but have have come to particularly love Shoshana's classes at Eleanora and kirra. She is filled with love and kindness as she gently takes us all through our yoga poses. One of my best teachers and I've had many over the years
Maggie may
over 4 years ago
A testimonial from Judy Osborne Staying Stronger Coombabah - MEE Active- Rachelle
For the past 12 and a half years I have participated in the Active and Healthy exercise program at Marj Shipman Hall. I have been diagnosed with Osteoporosis and at times have been given bone strengthening medications. At present I no longer take these. Since my recent bone density x-ray it has shown that I no longer have bone loss in my hip area. I really do believe this is because of this excellent exercise program and the wonderful teachers we have had over that time. My current teacher, Rachelle has shown her great expertise in running the classes. I would recommend anyone who has general good health to come along and join in this class and have fun too! Regards, Judy Osborne.
Rachelle55
over 5 years ago
Janet Thomas 40s Plus Fitness class - Staying Stronger testimonial. Mudgeeraba Memorial Hall
"I am 76 and have been attending Janet’s classes on Mondays and Wednesdays for about 6 years. I enjoy her routines because they are always different...I enjoy the music and I enjoy the camaraderie! It has, no doubt enabled me to maintain my health which has been commented on by my doctors, and I’ll be continuing with her for the foreseeable future. She tends to work all parts of our bodies and the whole class agrees that we are in much better shape than a lot of our peers! These are “over 60s” classes and whilst we are worked hard, it is never “too much”."
Janet Thomas
over 5 years ago
A testimonial from my participant Anne West. Anne comes to Nervous Newbies and sometimes to Staying Strong at Coombabah. Rachelle MEE Active
So grateful to be part of your group. What do I love about group fitness (Nervous Newbies) What's not to love. A list. 1. Our wonderful, warm, knowledgeable & stimulating leader (that's you Rachelle). 2. An amazing group of fun but motivated Tuesday exercise friends. 3. A great programme of exercises that changes often enough to NEVER get boring. 4. The sort of peer pressure that gets me out of bed happily everyTuesday morning. 5. The fact that every bit of my arthritic body (including my rotten knees) moves with less pain since starting group fitness. I could go on & on. Never been to an exercise group I've enjoyed more & I've done heaps (yoga, Pilates, Zumba, boxercise). Favourite part - hard to pick but do love any exercise that targets the core. Cheers Anne W.
Rachelle55
over 5 years ago
A testimonial from my participant June Habner. June comes to 3 of my classes each week. Monday and Friday Staying Strong Coombabah and Thursday Growing Stronger at Labrador. Rachelle MEE Active
I CAN BE HEALTHY AND ACTIVE For me, once I retired from work, I had to be very aware of my – MOBILITY FLEXABILITY GENERAL HEALTH AND WELL BEING EATING HABITS AND EXERCISE I started the classes and quickly realised that my body problems that had been slowly developing over the years and some I had had for many years, need not be permanent. Those problems that were and had been creeping up include- BACKACKE LACK OF CORE STRENGTH POSTURE FLEXABILITY MOBILITY LUNG PROBLEMS The beauty of the classes is that- - Everyone is individual - All inclusive language from the instructor allowing everyone to work within their own ability to the best of their ability - All attendees are like minded - All attendees have much the same goals and reasons for attendance - We have the opportunity to discuss lifestyle choices that can only add to positive outcomes. - The cost is minimal which allows people from all walks of life to participate. - The time of the classes vary so that it is quite easy to find a session or sessions that fit into your week - Social interaction- which is so important as personal situations change. A network of friends can develop. - As medical issues develop, the positive aspects of having been involved in the Healthy and Active programme make recovery so much easier and problems minimised - Attendees can be very comfortable in a “non gym “environment I urge you to take advantage of classes available, all of which can be found in the ACTIVE AND HEALTHY booklet. JUNE HABNER 0428 636293 bjhabner@bigpond.net.au
Active Balance & Memory class - Wednesday 9.45am Ashmore
Rachelle,
Allan & I want to thank you for your excellent mind and body classes on Wednesday morning at Ashmore, so much FUN! Just what we need for our age group.
All your expert help is well thought out.
Would love to see some more participants joining in to experience what we as mature people need. All the variety of mind and body we do is so good for us! We feel 100% better when we leave your class many thanks for keeping us moving
JENNY & ALLAN 💛
Dear Madonna,
I was intending on writing last week, but this week is an even better double report.
As you may have inferred, I do like and miss Ros already facilitating the yoga on Thursday. I also liked your classes and your attention to detail when you took over for Ros whilst she was away in Europe. I didn’t think that I would ever like anyone else taking this Gentle Flow class. But Tanya has certainly done it. Last week and this week she made the class her own by happily owning it and knowing she was our permanent teacher. She is all round like Ros and yourself with your music accompanying yoga. I find the music so helpful in setting the atmosphere for the Asanas.
A Community Hall is not so easy to set a soulful and Zen quality to an otherwise boring venue. I like the way Tanya has made the space her space and a sacred space for all of us. She lights some incense to clear the environment and sprays the hall with an essential oils mist. I know Ros on occasion would put a drop of essential oil on the wrists of all present in order to focus our attention and offer an intention. Clearly, it is evident that you, Madonna have been involved in their coaching. (I presume that both ladies learned yoga through you.)
I thought it only proper to write to you about Tanya like I have always written about Ros, who as a new yogi, mastered the class so well. Suited to my level. At first it almost scared me to have someone more advanced in her yoga as Tanya, but this has only allowed us to see how far yoga can be adapted to each individual. And there are members who are quite advanced themselves, who would relish the challenge.
I would like to thank you Madonna for finding the Labrador Hub a new teacher which could not have been easy when dealing with such a large hall.
Much appreciated Madonna.
Namaste
About today’s yoga….
Love Deva Premal.
Love your singing bowl and chimes.
Love your practice.
Your class was especially polished today, if that is the word I am looking for. Your classes are always well organised and so much packed into the hour. But today it seemed different. More so. Maybe you sensed that someone was observing your class from a different perspective to a participant. I would say that Ros would have been thoroughly impressed with your style, technique and delivery. Not that it really matters anyway as you are our facilitator now.
I also hope you didn’t mind me introducing you to Ros, or for that matter, Ros to you.
Both of you are lovely spiritual ladies. It was from a good intention on my part.
I needed to share this with you.
All the best for your second swimmers’ meet tomorrow.
Amen
🙏
Anelė
“I rejoined Janet Thomas’ exercise group after being absent for 2 years with no problems.
I joined again as Janet is so lovely and caring for us older ladies and gentlemen. She has a lovely personality and though she is younger and fitter than us (lol) she makes sure we are capable of doing the class.
Lovely group of people in their 50s 60s 70s and 80s and we go have coffee and chat afterwards”
Carolynne
62
“I have only recently joined 40s plus fitness exercise classes. My fitness, strength and flexibility have already improved. The instructor Janet Thomas modifies the exercises to each individual‘s ability. The classes are fun and I enjoy the social aspect too”
Therese
61 years of age
“I have been enjoying Janet Thomas’s exercise classes for about 10 years. I’m constantly being told I do not look 81 and I know I owe a lot of my youthfulness to this challenging and enjoyable class. Janet constantly challenges us and varies the exercises every week, concentrating mostly on a cardio, strength training, core, balance and stretching. I’ve also made many friendships and sometimes Janet has to raise her voice to stop us chattering!
I have the upmost respect for Janet and highly recommend her classes”.
Love it, Love it!
Kathy
“What more could you want …keeping fit and active with like minded friends, all under the expert care of our instructor Janet Thomas. Highly recommend.”
Lorraine
72 years of age
Mudgeeraba
Shoshana's classes at Elanora are simply the most divine yoga practice I have ever attended. I've been doing yoga for over 20 years and I find Shoshana my favourite yoga teacher yet. Best start to the week. It fully equips me for the week ahead. Big love! Xo
I've been doing yoga now for many years, but have have come to particularly love Shoshana's classes at Eleanora and kirra. She is filled with love and kindness as she gently takes us all through our yoga poses. One of my best teachers and I've had many over the years
A testimonial from Judy Osborne Staying Stronger Coombabah - MEE Active- Rachelle
For the past 12 and a half years I have participated in the Active and Healthy exercise program at Marj Shipman Hall.
I have been diagnosed with Osteoporosis and at times have been given bone strengthening medications. At present I no longer take these. Since my recent bone density x-ray it has shown that I no longer have bone loss in my hip area. I really do believe this is because of this excellent exercise program and the wonderful teachers we have had over that time.
My current teacher, Rachelle has shown her great expertise in running the classes.
I would recommend anyone who has general good health to come along and join in this class and have fun too! Regards, Judy Osborne.
Janet Thomas
40s Plus Fitness class - Staying Stronger testimonial. Mudgeeraba Memorial Hall
"I am 76 and have been attending Janet’s classes on Mondays and Wednesdays for about 6 years. I enjoy her routines because they are always different...I enjoy the music and I enjoy the camaraderie! It has, no doubt enabled me to maintain my health which has been commented on by my doctors, and I’ll be continuing with her for the foreseeable future. She tends to work all parts of our bodies and the whole class agrees that we are in much better shape than a lot of our peers! These are “over 60s” classes and whilst we are worked hard, it is never “too much”."
A testimonial from my participant Anne West. Anne comes to Nervous Newbies and sometimes to Staying Strong at Coombabah.
Rachelle MEE Active
So grateful to be part of your group. What do I love about group fitness (Nervous Newbies)
What's not to love. A list.
1. Our wonderful, warm, knowledgeable & stimulating leader (that's you Rachelle).
2. An amazing group of fun but motivated Tuesday exercise friends.
3. A great programme of exercises that changes often enough to NEVER get boring.
4. The sort of peer pressure that gets me out of bed happily everyTuesday morning.
5. The fact that every bit of my arthritic body (including my rotten knees) moves with less pain since starting group fitness.
I could go on & on. Never been to an exercise group I've enjoyed more & I've done heaps (yoga, Pilates, Zumba, boxercise).
Favourite part - hard to pick but do love any exercise that targets the core.
Cheers Anne W.
A testimonial from my participant June Habner. June comes to 3 of my classes each week.
Monday and Friday Staying Strong Coombabah and Thursday Growing Stronger at Labrador.
Rachelle MEE Active
I CAN BE HEALTHY AND ACTIVE
For me, once I retired from work, I had to be very aware of my –
MOBILITY
FLEXABILITY
GENERAL HEALTH AND WELL BEING
EATING HABITS AND EXERCISE
I started the classes and quickly realised that my body problems that had been slowly developing over the years and some I had had for many years, need not be permanent.
Those problems that were and had been creeping up include-
BACKACKE
LACK OF CORE STRENGTH
POSTURE
FLEXABILITY
MOBILITY
LUNG PROBLEMS
The beauty of the classes is that-
- Everyone is individual
- All inclusive language from the instructor allowing everyone to work within their own ability to the best of their ability
- All attendees are like minded
- All attendees have much the same goals and reasons for attendance
- We have the opportunity to discuss lifestyle choices that can only add to positive outcomes.
- The cost is minimal which allows people from all walks of life to participate.
- The time of the classes vary so that it is quite easy to find a session or sessions that fit into your week
- Social interaction- which is so important as personal situations change. A network of friends can develop.
- As medical issues develop, the positive aspects of having been involved in the Healthy and Active programme make recovery so much easier and problems minimised
- Attendees can be very comfortable in a “non gym “environment
I urge you to take advantage of classes available, all of which can be found in the ACTIVE AND HEALTHY booklet.
JUNE HABNER 0428 636293 bjhabner@bigpond.net.au