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Masters Strength, Balance & Mobility Programme 50+

Warkworth and Wellsford, Wednesdays and Fridays at 10:00am

At Mad Mel Movement, our Masters Programme is a strength and balance programme designed for adults aged 50+ who want to stay strong, confident and independent for life. If you are searching for falls prevention classes, balance classes for over 50s, or mobility classes for over 50s in Warkworth or Wellsford, you are in the right place.

These small group classes focus on the three pillars of healthy ageing: Strength. Balance. Mobility.

Whether your goal is to prevent falls, improve everyday movement, build muscle, improve stability, or simply feel more steady on your feet, this programme provides a safe, supportive and highly coached environment to do just that. It’s also a great option for anyone looking for over 50s fitness in Warkworth and Wellsford, and for those in the wider North Auckland area who want a welcoming gym environment.

What Makes Our Masters Programme Different

This is not a generic light exercise class.

Our Masters sessions are:

  • Fully coached by qualified personal trainers
  • Progressive and structured
  • Individually scaled to your ability, injuries and experience
  • Community-based and welcoming

     

Every session blends:

  • Functional strength training for legs, hips, core, back and upper body
  • Balance work, both static and dynamic
  • Mobility and joint health
  • Coordination and confidence-building movements

The aim is simple. To help you move better in daily life, getting up and down, walking, lifting, carrying, gardening, playing with grandchildren and staying independent for longer.

ACC Accredited Falls Prevention Programme

Mad Mel Movement is proud to be an ACC-accredited provider for the Falls Prevention Programme.

Our Masters classes align with ACC’s evidence-based guidelines designed to:

  • Reduce the risk of falls
  • Improve lower body strength
  • Enhance balance and stability
  • Increase confidence with movement
  • Support long-term mobility and independence

Falls are one of the leading causes of injury for adults over 50. The good news is that falls are highly preventable with the right training.

Our programme targets key risk factors:

  • Loss of muscle strength
  • Poor balance and coordination
  • Reduced joint mobility
  • Fear of movement after injury

By training consistently in a structured environment, you are actively investing in your long-term health and safety.

WHAT TO

EXPECT

IN A CLASS

Each 60-minute session includes:

Warm-Up and Mobility

Gentle joint movement, mobility drills and activation work to prepare the body.

Strength Training

Using bodyweight, dumbbells and kettlebells, resistance bands, boxes and benches

Balance and Coordination

Standing balance work, single-leg exercises, stepping patterns and functional movement drills to improve stability and confidence.

Cool Down and Stretch

Mobility, flexibility and breathing to finish. Everything is fully scalable, meaning whether you are brand new to exercise or have trained before, the programme meets you exactly where you’re at.

We focus heavily on:

Legs and hips, key for fall prevention and helping you build leg strength

Core stability

Upper body strength for daily tasks

Who is this programme for

The Masters Programme is perfect if you:

  • Are 50+ and want to stay active
  • Want falls prevention training to help reduce falls risk
  • Have had time off exercise and want to start safely
  • Want to improve balance, mobility, and confidence
  • Are recovering from injury, with appropriate clearance
  • Want strength without intimidating gym environments
  • Value community, coaching and accountability

No experience required. You do not need to be fit to start, that’s what we’re here for. This is an ideal exercise programme for seniors and anyone wanting a supportive approach to seniors fitness with proper coaching. Check out our FAQ’s for more information.

WEDNESDAYS + FRIDAYS

10AM

Small group classes with high coach support.

We’re a great option if you’re nearby in Matakana, Snells Beach, Algies Bay, Mahurangi, Mangawhai, Kaiwaka, Te Hana, Te Arai and surrounding areas.

Bronze Membership

1 Class Per Week

$26.31

per week

Choose your location

Silver Membership

2 Classes Per Week

$31.51

per week

Choose your location

Casual Drop-In

Keen to try us for one session before committing? We’d love to have you

$31.51

Choose your location

WELLSFORD
1 Worker Road, Wellsford

WARKWORTH
4/37 Woodcocks Road, Warkworth

Not sure what to pick?

Message us. I’ll help you choose a plan that matches your goals and confidence level, not what you think you “should” be doing.

FREQUENTLY ASKED

QUESTIONS

Is this a falls prevention class?

Yes. Mad Mel Movement is an ACC-accredited provider for the Falls Prevention Programme, and the classes follow evidence-based guidelines focused on strength, balance, and mobility.

No experience required. Everything is coached and scalable, and we meet you where you’re at.

That’s common. The sessions are individually scaled to your ability, injuries and experience. If you are recovering from injury, please ensure you have appropriate clearance.

You’ll do a warm-up and mobility, strength training using bodyweight and equipment like dumbbells and bands, balance and coordination drills, then a cool down and stretch. Sessions are 60 minutes.

Classes run in Warkworth and Wellsford on Wednesdays and Fridays at 10:00am.

Either works. You can choose $25 per week for 1 class, $30 per week for 2 classes, or $28 casual drop-in.

REAL LIFE

MAD MEL

MOVERS

People join for confidence, strength, energy, mental health, community, post-baby rebuilds, or just a fresh start. What they stay for is the vibe. Safe, supportive, and weirdly addictive.

READY TO JOIN

THE MOVEMENT?

Pick a membership, book a class,
or message us and we’ll help you choose what fits.