I have a medical condition, can I join your programmes?

You are suitable for our programmes if you: Are fully vaccinated Can move from one machine to another independently Have high blood pressure, high cholesterol or diabetes, and are on medication or treatment to control them Do not have any medical condition that may put you at risk when exercising

Gym Tonic | Active Ageing | NTUC Health | NTUC Health Active Ageing

Gym Tonic is an evidence-based, low intensity strength training programme that is specially designed for seniors to help restore, maintain or improve physical functions. Gym Tonic uses a five-piece set of senior-friendly, water pressure technology machines from FREI.

Through structured and supervised training in a group setting, this customised training programme helps participants build muscle mass and maintain strength. This can help to improve the performance of daily activities such as climbing the stairs or lifting an extra bag of groceries.

Each participant will be prescribed a programme according to their fitness level. A pre and post assessment will be conducted for a 24-session programme.

Suitability
Gym Tonic is suitable if you:
- prefer a slower pace, lower intensity and personalised programme
- have been discharged from physiotherapy and want to maintain your fitness level
- experience weak muscles or stiff joints, and want a strength training programme that allows for incremental strength improvements
Gym Tonic will not be suitable if you:
- are unable to move from machine to machine independently
- have high blood pressure, high cholesterol or diabetes, and are not on medication or treatment to control them
- have any medical condition that may put you at risk when exercising
- prefer a faster pace, moderate intensity programme to challenge yourself, in which you may consider our Circuit Training or Functional Strength Training
- prefer a non-machine based exercise, in which you may consider our Functional Strength Training
Fees

Gym Tonic Lite: $215 ($18 per session)

for 12 twice-weekly sessions (45 mins per session)
The package has a validity period of 9 weeks from the date of sign-up.

Gym Tonic Full: $360 ($15 per session)

for 24 twice-weekly sessions (45 mins per session)
The package has a validity period of 18 weeks from the date of sign-up.

For NTUC Union members (applicable for first-timers only): 10% off
(Valid till 31 Dec 2023. Terms and conditions apply. Click here to find out more.)

A complimentary pre-class assessment will be conducted for first-timers.
A post-class assessment will be conducted on the 24th session.
Location and Class Schedule

NTUC Health Active Ageing Hub (Jurong Central Plaza)
Blk 493 Jurong West Street 41 #02-01 Singapore 640493
Learn More Monday, Thursday
9am - 5pm
Wednesday
9am - 1pm

Our centres are equipped with gym equipment designed with the elderly in mind. Our HUR and FREI equipment use air and water pressure technology, and are gentle and safe on the muscles and joints. These machines are suitable for elderly who have not been exercising regularly, have poor balance or weak limbs.

The machines have built in smart technology that remembers the user’s preferences and will adjust the weights accordingly, with the use of a smart card. The machines can also be adjusted with the tap of a button, and the weights increase in 100g increments, making it very safe for the elderly

Sarcopenia, or age-related loss of skeletal muscle mass and strength, can lead to physical disability and loss of independence.

Studies have shown that we lose about 3%-8% muscle mass per decade after the age of 30 and the rate of loss increases after the age of 60. As muscle loss progresses, we may begin to reduce our physical activities, resulting in further loss of muscle strength and endurance and hence increase the risks of fall and fractures.

Therefore, resistance or weight-bearing exercises are important for us to strengthen our muscles and bones to prevent osteoporosis and sarcopenia, so that we can continue to be independent and active as we age.

We regret that our programmes are not eligible for government subsidies and discounts, and SkillsFuture credits. First-time sign ups by NTUC union members are entitled to a 10% discount off the package price.

They are welcome to wait for you at our seating areas while you attend our classes.

For our Circuit Training Focus programme, a limit of two persons per client may be present to assist you in moving from one machine to another should you require assistance.

You are suitable for our programmes if you:

Are fully vaccinated
Can move from one machine to another independently
Have high blood pressure, high cholesterol or diabetes, and are on medication or treatment to control them
Do not have any medical condition that may put you at risk when exercising