Jena, March 23, 2026. To maintain mobility in old age and specifically prevent falls, the DRK Seniorenbegegnungszentrum in Jena is starting a new gymnastics course. The weekly sessions begin on April 9 and are aimed at senior citizens who want to actively work on their fitness.
- What: Gymnastics course for fall prevention
- When: From Thursday, April 9, 2026, from 10:45 AM to 11:45 AM
- Where: DRK Seniorenbegegnungszentrum, Ernst-Schneller-Str. 10, Jena
- Registration: By phone at 03641 334614 or by email to ulrike.wichler@drk-jena.de
Targeted Training for Body and Mind
The new course by the German Red Cross relies on a holistic concept to actively address the challenges of aging. The focus is on targeted exercises and movement sequences that train elementary physical skills. These include, in particular, strengthening coordination, flexibility, and balance – key factors for effectively avoiding falls in everyday life.
In addition to pure physical endurance, the course instructors also integrate cognitive elements into the program. In this way, memory is trained in parallel, which promotes the linking of motor and mental abilities. Interested parties are asked to register in advance using the contact details provided above, as capacity may be limited.
Background: Safety in Old Age and the DRK in Lobeda
The DRK Seniorenbegegnungszentrum in Ernst-Schneller-Straße is centrally located in Jena-Lobeda and has been an important social contact point for the older generation in the district for many years. In addition to physical activation, the offers always focus on social participation and mutual exchange.
Health experts advise not to take fall prevention seriously only after the first incident. In addition to regular, age-appropriate exercise such as gymnastics or walking, a safe home environment is also crucial. Typical tripping hazards in everyday life are loose carpets, insufficient lighting, or cables lying across the floor. If these sources of danger are eliminated and, at the same time, muscles and reaction skills are strengthened through courses like the one offered by the DRK, the risk of serious injuries from falls can be significantly minimized.
Source:
Preventing Falls
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