Falls prevention · Benowa
Feel steadier on your feet and more confident getting out and about
Small-group classes led by physios to build balance, strength and confidence, so everyday activities feel safer.
Sound familiar?
Does this sound like you?
- You've had a fall, or a near miss, and it has dented your confidence?
- You feel less steady than you used to on stairs, uneven ground or in the shower?
- You want to stay independent and keep doing the things you enjoy?
What we work on
What the class works on
Tell us about your goals and any injuries, and we'll point you to the right class.
Why classes help
Why it helps
Falls usually come from a mix of things: reduced strength, slower reactions, poorer balance, and sometimes medications, vision or health conditions. Exercise that includes balance and strength training can help reduce the risk of falls, and exercising in a supervised group builds confidence as well as capacity.
In more detail
The classes explained
What to expect and who each one suits.
Balance training
Balance exercises challenge your ability to stay upright in safe, progressive ways, starting simply and getting harder as you improve. A physio guides each step so you stay safe.
Leg and hip strength
Strong legs and hips help you step, stand up and recover if you lose your balance. Classes include strengthening exercises for the muscles that matter for everyday movement.
Building confidence
Fear of falling can lead people to move less, which makes them weaker and less steady. A supported class helps you practise movement and rebuild confidence.
Beyond the class
Falls risk is also affected by medications, vision, footwear, and the home. Your doctor and other health professionals can help with those, and we're happy to chat about what you're noticing.
How we help
Joining a class
Join in a few easy steps.
Call or book
Call us or book online to join a falls prevention class.
Tell us about you
Tell us about any falls, injuries, health conditions or concerns so the physio can plan the class around you.
Join in
Classes run for about an hour in a small group, led by a physio who guides your technique and adjusts exercises for you.
Keep progressing
Stay with the class as you get stronger and steadier, with exercises adjusted to suit you.
Questions
Before you book
Who are the classes for?
People who want to improve their balance, strength and confidence and reduce their risk of falling. Tell us about your situation and we'll make sure the class suits you.
How do I join a class?
Call us on (07) 5564 9009 or book online, and we'll find the right class for you.
How long is a class and how big are the groups?
Classes run for about an hour in small groups, led by a physio.
What should I wear?
Comfortable clothing you can move in, and supportive shoes.
Your next step
Join a class
Call (07) 5564 9009 or book online and we'll find the right class for you.
General information only, not individual medical advice. Results vary from person to person. © Focus on Physio