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Friskis and Svettis Aberdeen is a non profit making organisation, originally set up in Sweden, to encourage people of all ages and abilities to exercise in a way which is safe, effective and fun. It is designed to suit everybody and aims to improve overall fitness and well-being.
The exercises are simple and the music is varied and carefully chosen to match the exercises. The training is beneficial and safe for the back, neck and knees.
To promote Friskis and Svettis exercise for the benefit of everyone.
If attending a class for the first time please check times and places with the organisers (or the website) as there can sometimes be changes depending on availability of teachers and classes.
Class Information is available here
Viking Hiking (Nordic Walking)
This is walking with two sticks, like skiing without skis, and promotes fitness, strength, stamina and suppleness. The aim is to cover 3 miles in just over an hour. Full instructions are given and sticks are provided at a cost of £1.00 to members and £2.00 to non members.
Aberdeen
Dobbies Garden Centre, Hazlehead - Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun 10am (All year round)
Duthie Park, Polmuir Road gate - Tue 2pm (October - March)
Beach Promenade, "Fittie end" - Tue 6pm (April - October)
Contact: John Greig - 01224 321088
Inverurie - Pleasure Park, Barclay Road, Tuesday and Sunday 10.00am-11.00am
Contact: Sandy Forbes Tel: 01467 621412
Annual Membership fees for 2009 are £7
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