Senior sports
Age should not be a barrier to an active lifestyle. That is why people over 55in Maastricht can exercise at UM SPORTS. Besides the extensive sports facilities, there is a comprehensive sports programme especially for seniors. Think for example of supervised fitness and group lessons that can be either active or relaxing. The possibilities are diverse and tailored to the different needs and preferences of senior citizens in Maastricht.
Physical and social
UM SPORT's sports programmes have different levels of fitness and mobility so that everyone can participate at their own pace. Besides the physical benefits, the social aspect is also very important. Our sports activities bring people together, create opportunities for new friendships and strengthen existing contacts. Senior athletes encourage each other and share experiences while working towards a healthy(er) lifestyle. After the sports activity, socialising continues over coffee and cake in our UM Sport Café.
Our senior sports offer
Currently, our sports offer for seniors (55+'ers) consists of the following activities:
- Senior gym workout
- Tai chi
- Senior spinning (indoor cycling)
- Moving to music
- Senior circuit training
Enjoy discounted work outs with our off-peak subscription
As a senior member of UM SPORTS, you can exercise at a discount rate from Monday to Friday between 09:00 and 16:00. These are also the times when our special senior activities take place. The prices for this membership are the same as the rates for membership category 3.
Contact UM SPORTS
- Email: umsports@maastrichtuniversity.nl
- Telephone: 043 388 5311
- Address: P. Debyeplein 15, 6229 Ha Maastricht
- Opening hours: Mon to Fri from 07:00 - 23:00, weekends from 09:00 - 20:00
Always free parking in front of the door.
Schedule
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:30 - 10:15 Senior gym workout | 11:00 - 12:00 Senior circuit training | 09:30 - 10:15 Senior gym workout | 09:30 - 10:30 Tai chi | 09:30 - 10:15 Senior gym workout |
| 10:30 - 11:30 Moving to music | ||||
| 11:15 - 12:00 Senior spinning |
* This is the tentative schedule
Senior gym workout
During this fitness session for seniors, we combine low-impact aerobic exercises with strength training and flexibility exercises. Gentle cardio exercises, such as stationary cycling or brisk walking on the treadmill, get the heart pumping and promote cardiovascular health without putting too much strain on your joints. Strength training is an essential component where we use resistance bands, light weights or bodyweight exercises, among others. You will do exercises such as modified squats, push-ups and planks to maintain muscle mass and improve functional strength for your daily activities.
Tai chi
Tai chi is an ancient movement form from China that balances body and mind. The movements are fluid and there is a smooth transition between postures. Tai chi movements seem simple, but to perform them correctly you need attention and practice. Thus, you are mindful in movement. Tai chi improves your balance and coordination, strengthens muscles and supports joint flexibility. The relaxing exercises loosen muscles and joints. This makes tai chi very suitable for older people who are looking for a gentle way of moving that still has positive effects on the body.
Senior spinning (indoor cycling)
Spinning is a low-threshold sport where you cycle indoors on a stationary bike to the rhythm of rousing music. During the senior spinning class, you cycle at your own pace. You can challenge yourself by increasing the bike's resistance, if you like. That way, you can safely work on a healthy and strong body. Never cycled indoors before? No worries. Our enthusiastic and skilled instructor will explain how the bikes work and surprise you every time with a well-constructed class and stimulating music.
Moving to music
During this group class, the main thing is to have fun. Our experienced fitness instructor lets you warm up gently first. Then you will work on a mix of cardio exercises, strength training and flexibility moves, all to music. The classes are specially designed for seniors to perfectly suit their needs. This class is not only about physical exertion, but also about fun and mental stimulation. After an intense session, the class ends with a calming cooldown and stretches. Fancy joining us?
Senior circuit training
During this group workout, you will train all muscle groups. Under the guidance of an instructor, you will do various exercises and also work on your fitness. You can use all kinds of materials, such as weights, balls, steps or your own body weight. You can do all the exercises at your own level. Our enthusiastic instructor helps you and ensures safety in the group. Of course, fun is also at the heart of this class.