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Movement and community: GESTALT course inspires Schierlingen seniors
The GESTALT course in Schierling promotes exercise and community for seniors. Start: every Thursday, 9.30 a.m.
Movement and community: GESTALT course inspires Schierlingen seniors
In Schierling, the popular program GESTALT (Walking, Playing and Dancing as Lifelong Activities) has reopened its doors. The event, which focuses on exercise, community and health promotion, has attracted many participants over the last week and shows how important such opportunities are for the local population.
The organizers, including Mayor Christian Kiendl and his deputy Maria Feigl, are enthusiastic about the positive response. “It's great to see how many people are interested in the course and willing to take action,” says Dr. Simone Eckert, the office manager of the Gesundheitregionplus. Participants are not only interested in exercise, but also in making new friends.
A varied program for seniors
The GESTALT course offers an exciting 10-part exercise program that was specially developed for people aged 60 and over. This also includes three short excursions that give participants the opportunity to explore their surroundings while staying active. Mayor Kiendl emphasizes: "It is crucial that older people feel comfortable and keep moving. This course is ideal for anyone who may not have done any sport for a while."
Maria Feigl, who actively takes part in the course herself, adds: “I really enjoy being part of this community and doing something for our health together.” The course leader Helga Angerer will guide the participants with a lot of commitment and experience through the weekly units, which take place every Thursday from 9.30 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the VHS sports room (Hauptstraße 3a).
The participation fee for the course is 45 euros, and there is a special “trial bonus” for new participants to make it easier to get started. The GESTALT program clearly shows that there is a strong interest in active living and a healthy lifestyle in Schierling. The organizers are optimistic that the course will continue to motivate many people to improve their health and quality of life.
Image: Stefanie Kisbauer/GESTALT