Bluebird Care Taunton & Mid‑Devon recently brought movement, laughter and activity to local residents with a new seated exercise session led by Beverly from the office team.
Seated exercises at Bishops Court
On 5th February, Beverly visited Bishops Court in Wellington to run a gentle seated exercise class for a small group of five or six residents. The session was designed specifically for people who prefer or need to remain seated, making it accessible, safe and enjoyable for everyone taking part.
Safe, fun movements for all abilities
The exercises focused on stretching and mobility, helping residents move joints and muscles in a controlled way while staying comfortably seated. Beverly also built in activities to support hand‑eye coordination and dexterity, which are especially important for maintaining independence in day‑to‑day tasks.
Movements included:
Fun hoop‑tossing games, aiming hoops over targets to encourage coordination and gentle upper‑body movement.
“Stroking the dog” – reaching down to the sides as if stroking a pet, promoting side bends and flexibility.
Resistance band exercises to build light strength and support stability in a controlled, supported way.
Additional simple stretches and movements that everyone could follow at their own pace.
The focus throughout was on improving fitness and stability in a safe, low‑impact way, while keeping the atmosphere light, social and fun.
Benefits for fitness, confidence and wellbeing
Seated exercises like these can help older adults and those with limited mobility to:
Maintain joint flexibility and circulation.
Support balance and core strength, helping to reduce the risk of falls.
Boost mood, confidence and social connection by exercising together in a friendly group.
Residents were able to take part at a level that suited them, with Beverly offering encouragement and simple instructions to keep everyone engaged and comfortable.
More seated exercise events coming soon
Following the success of this first session at Bishops Court, Beverly will be hosting more seated exercise events in the local area. Bluebird Care Taunton & Mid‑Devon will be sharing details of future dates and locations soon, so families and community partners are encouraged to stay tuned for updates.
If you or someone you know would benefit from gentle, seated activity and friendly support, keep an eye on Bluebird Care Taunton & Mid‑Devon’s channels for the next event near you.
