Renfrewshire Leisure move fitness classes outdoors
More exercise classes in Renfrewshire are being moved outdoors to ensure people can keep active while larger gym sessions are suspended.
Renfrewshire Leisure has this week unveiled a programme of outdoor activity to help people stay fit and healthy amid the latest Covid- 19 restrictions.
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon confirmed last Wednesday that group classes for over-18s would be halted until October 25 in a bid to curb the spread of the virus in Greater Glasgow.
The move has seen Renfrewshire Leisure launch 19 extra outdoor events, which will be staged this week and next, ensuring people can exercise while adhering to all public health guidelines.
The sessions will be held on track and artificial sports surface areas at the ON-X in Linwood.
An enhanced programme of fitness content for people to join in with from home is also being made available at www.renfrewshireleisure.com and via the RENTV channel.
Alan Cunningham, indoor leisure services manager at Renfrewshire Leisure, said: “Exercise is good for everyone’s physical and mental wellbeing, which is why we feel it’s so important we do all that we can to help people through these strange times.
“We have an established programme of outdoor exercise classes.
“Given their strong track record, we believe that temporarily expanding them is a positive way in which we can safely support people with their health and fitness. The safety of our customers and staff is our top priority.”
Bootcamp, HITT, attack, combat, metafit and circuit classes are included in the programme.
Places are limited and must be booked in advance at www. renfrewshireleisure.com, where more details about the classes and safety measures that must be followed are available.
A broadcast schedule for new classes people can follow from home will be shared via social media once filming is complete.