Be Steady Be Safe

Strengthen your balance, build confidence, and stay independent

Be Steady Be Safe is an evidence based Otago strength and balance class designed for adults who want to improve stability, prevent falls, and feel more confident in their daytoday movement.

The programme supports people who may be feeling unsteady on their feet, have reduced mobility, or want to maintain independence for as long as possible.

No referral required you can book directly.

Book a Be Steady Be Safe Session

What Is Be Steady Be Safe?

Be Steady Be Safe is built on the globally recognised Otago Exercise Programme, proven to improve strength, balance and coordination through structured exercises and progressive home based activities.

Classes include:

Strength and balance exercises
Prescribed home exercises
A progressive set of leg muscle strengthening and balance retraining movements

These sessions are friendly, supportive and designed to help you move safely and confidently at your own pace.

Who Is Be Steady Be Safe For?

Be Steady Be Safe is ideal for adults who:

Want to improve strength, balance and coordination
Feel unsteady or at increased risk of falls
Have reduced lowerbody strength or mobility
Want to stay active in a safe, structured class
Would benefit from social interaction and gentle guided exercise

To join the class, participants must be able to exercise independently without supported walking aids.

Why Strength & Balance Training Matters

As we age or experience health changes, our balance, coordination and leg strength naturally decline, increasing the risk of falls. Evidence shows that targeted exercise can:

Improve lower body strength
Enhance balance and coordination
Reduce the risk of falls
Improve walking confidence
Increase independence at home and in the community
Reduce social isolation through group interaction

What to Expect in a Be Steady Be Safe Class

Each class is led by a trained instructor and includes:

Strength Exercises
Focused on major leg muscles to support standing, walking and everyday activities.
Balance Retraining
Gentle exercises that improve stability and reduce fall risk.
Progressive Home Exercises
You’ll be given simple movements to practise at home, helping you build strength consistently between sessions.
A Friendly, Supportive Environment
Classes are small, social and designed to help you feel comfortable and confident.