Free physical activity classes in the city’s neighbourhoods continue this spring

To continue involving residents living in Liepāja’s neighbourhoods in physical activity classes close to their homes and to promote regular daily physical activity, free physical activity classes will also continue this spring.

The classes will be held in compliance with all epidemiological safety requirements and the regulations established in the country – at present, one exercise class may be attended by 10 people and a trainer.

As last year, this year physical activity classes in Liepāja are being held in five neighbourhoods.

In the South-western neighbourhood, classes take place on Mondays and Wednesdays at 18:00. The classes will be led by trainers A. Eldmane and A. Segliņa; registration is available with trainer Alena by calling 20 233 566. The classes take place at the end of Pērkones Street, in the square before the exit to the sea.

Various types of classes will be offered, including health exercise classes with elements of Pilates and yoga, as well as functional circuit training.

In the Jaunliepāja neighbourhood, classes take place on Tuesdays at 18:30; registration is available with trainer M. Flaksa by calling 26 420 788, and on Thursdays at 18:30; registration is available with physiotherapist S. Rozentāle by calling 29 742 832. Both classes take place in Raiņa Park, beside the children’s playground.

The Thursday class with physiotherapist Solveiga is conducted as a health exercise class with various types of exercises engaging different muscle groups, with an emphasis on the deep musculature and developing the range of motion of the joints. The Tuesday classes with trainer Marta are conducted as functional strength classes, beginning with a slow run or brisk walk. The main part of the class consists of a medium- to high-intensity circuit workout using body weight; various exercises are performed to strengthen the major muscle groups and the cardiovascular system.

In the Northern Suburb (Lauma) neighbourhood, exercise classes take place on Tuesdays at 18:00 and are led by physiotherapist S. Rozentāle, and on Fridays at 7:20 and are led by trainer A. Zariņa. Registration for both classes is available with physiotherapist S. Rozentāle by calling 29 742 832. Both classes take place in the park on Ventspils Street, beside K. Porziņģis’s basketball court.

The classes are conducted as health exercise sessions, with the intensity varying from low to moderate according to the group’s abilities. Various functional exercises will be included.

In Karosta, classes take place on Wednesdays at 19:00 and Fridays at 18:30 on the beach by the Northern Breakwater. Registration is available with trainer S. Dance by calling 20 034 240.

The Karosta exercise classes are held at low to moderate intensity and include exercises to improve posture, overall physical fitness, physical capacity, psycho-emotional well-being, and cardiovascular health.

In the Zaļā Birze neighbourhood, classes take place on Sundays at 14:00 and Fridays at 19:00. The classes are led by trainer G. Šalms. Registration is available with the trainer by calling 29 746 439. The classes will take place at the sports field on Kalenieku and Grīzupes Streets.

The type of class is adapted to the audience and the participants’ level of fitness – it may be organised as a sports game with elements of agility and pre-established rules for all generations, or as a general fitness exercise class in which each person can adjust the intensity according to their abilities.

Each class lasts one hour. Please note that you may attend a class only after registering in advance and receiving confirmation from the trainer. Please be advised that, due to the limited number of participants in each group,

most places in the classes are currently occupied, but you may contact the trainer of the specific class to inquire about available places. You may attend a class only if you have received prior confirmation from the trainer that a place is available.

The classes are funded as part of European Social Fund project No. 9.2.4.2/16/I/088 “Liepāja.Healthy.Active.Happy”.

Please note that the following rules must be observed when attending the classes:

do not attend classes if symptoms of a respiratory infection have appeared,

maintain a distance of 2 m from other class participants,

attend the class only after registering in advance,

avoid crowding when arriving at and leaving the class,

you may not attend the class if self-isolation, isolation or quarantine requirements apply to you,

assess your state of health before attending the class,

the class instructor has the right to refuse admission to anyone who has not complied with the rules.

Additional information:

Environment, Health and Public Participation

Administration of the Liepāja City Municipality

E-mail: veseliba@liepaja.lv