Fit & Fabulous at Red Gum
Residents at Red Gum have been water walking their way to better health and mobility thanks to resident, Susie, who hosts fun aqua aerobic classes in the community pool.
On Tuesday afternoons you can hear laughter from the community pool with residents keeping physically active whilst having fun. “Last week we had 14 people join the class, both men and women. We laugh often! I’ve had feedback that people feel well supported as it’s the only exercise they can do without pain. To know this activity is helping people’s quality of life and movement is just so rewarding,” said Susie.
After finding her dream home at Red Gum in 2024, Susie was shortly approached by Renee, Community Manager to see if she would like to host aqua aerobic classes for residents. “Renee knew that I did activities in aged care homes which included aqua aerobics. After a few months of settling in, I decided to create the group for socialising and so people can do exercise without putting pressure on their joints. We displayed posters for expressions of interest and took off right after winter!” said Susie.
Residents at Red Gum are all smiles during Susie’s popular aqua aerobics class – where fitness meets friendship!
Susie had searched far and wide from Tweed Heads to Northern Gold Coast visiting 14 communities. It wasn’t until she toured the Red Gum community and met the management team that she knew she had found the right community for her. “When I came to Red Gum I was met by Renee and Sandra. I instantly felt welcomed with their genuine service and professionalism. I didn’t feel pushed in any way, I was even asked for the first time what I wanted and was looking for. I was sold that day and knew I would just be waiting for my house to come up. I got the call 4 weeks later and the rest was history!” said Susie.
Located on the Gold Coast minutes from the famous Surfers Paradise, Red Gum offers residents an active lifestyle with a range of amenities, your choice of social events, and affordable homes. “One of the things I love most about the community is the people and the socialising. I love the special events that our Friends of the Village Group do with Australia Day, Mother’s Day, ANZAC Day, Melbourne Cup, and the Happy Hours with the Bowling Group,” said Susie.
As we head into the winter months Susie and the Red Gum aqua group will be transitioning into gentle chair aerobics in the clubhouse until it’s a little warmer again!
To learn more about Red Gum and view homes for sale visit the website here.