Nicole Downey is no stranger to fitness and teaching it, with over 9 years of experience including 18 months of teaching in Mercury Bay.
Nicole aims to build a community within the fitness classes she teaches; these classes being in various locations such as the Whitianga Town Hall and Hot Water Beach Holiday Resort. They are designed for any stage of fitness with NicoleI working to make people feel comfortable in their class and to build confidence. The aim is to help people of any age and stage to become fit and confident in themselves.
Nicole says, “A major is getting people inspired to actually know how important it is to keep their body moving.” The classes she provides are fun and people mix and mingle, creating new friendships. The exercises are practical and include functional strength training with attendees able to repeat exercises at home.
Water classes are held at the Hot Water Beach Holiday Resort. It may involve a small drive but there is a heated pool and at the end of the class a nice hot spa which students can enjoy.
Nicole says, “It is a great workout no matter what your level of fitness. It is great for people who have got current, or past injuries and it is not hard on your body.”
The heated pool sessions are with both swimmers and non-swimmers who can all do the exercises safely. The 45-minute lessons, and 15-minute spa session that follows, are great for building cardio strength and are popular with arthritis sufferers as they are gentle on joints.
Nicole is pleased about the support she has had saying “The community has been really welcoming and very supportive. The Medical Centre has been fantastic.”.
