SB Physiotherapy
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Strength, Balance & Falls Prevention Classes in Horley, Surrey
Build your strength, improve your balance and feel more confident on your feetHave you started feeling a little less steady when walking? Do you find yourself holding onto furniture more often, or feeling nervous about falling?
Perhaps you’ve had a fall recently, or you’ve noticed that everyday things like getting out of a chair, climbing the stairs or walking outside aren’t quite as easy as they used to be.
Our Strength, Balance & Falls Prevention classes at SB Physiotherapy are designed to help you improve your strength, balance and confidence in a safe, friendly and supportive environment.
Led by our physiotherapy team, the classes focus on helping you stay active, maintain your independence and feel more confident doing the things that matter to you.
Classes take place at The Stables, our dedicated rehabilitation and exercise studio in Horley, welcoming people from Reigate, Redhill, Crawley and the surrounding areas.
Class time
| Wednesday |
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| 1:15pm - 45-minute class |
Maximum of 8 people per class
Every class has both a qualified physiotherapist and a physiotherapy assistant, so there is always plenty of support available.
Ready to get started?
Everyone starts with our Strength, Balance & Falls Prevention Foundations Pack.
This includes an individual physiotherapy assessment followed by your first 8 weeks of classes.
During your assessment, we'll look at your current strength, balance and mobility, talk about any falls or concerns you've had and find out what you'd like to achieve.
This helps us understand your starting point, make sure the class is right for you and work out how best to support you.
Over your first 8 weeks, we'll help you get used to the exercises, build your confidence and gradually progress things as your strength and balance improve.
It's a great way to get started, particularly if you haven't exercised for a while or are feeling a little nervous about joining a class.
What's Included in Your Foundation Pack?
✔ A 60-minute one-to-one physiotherapy assessment
✔ 8 weeks of supported Strength, Balance & Falls Prevention classes
✔ Exercises tailored to your ability, with safe, gradual progression as your strength, balance and confidence improve
Our Foundations Pack gives you the time and support to settle into the classes, get to know your physiotherapy team and start building confidence in your movement.
If you have already completed a Pilates Physiotherapy Assessment, you can book Strength, Balance & Falls Prevention Classes directly.
A Class Designed to Help You Stay Strong, Steady and Independent
As we get older, it's quite normal to notice changes in our strength and balance.
You might find that getting out of a low chair takes a little more effort, you're not quite as confident walking on uneven ground, or you've started avoiding certain activities because you're worried about falling.
Sometimes these changes happen gradually, and it's only when we stop to think about them that we realise how much they're affecting our day-to-day lives.
The good news is that strength and balance can improve with the right exercises and support.
Our classes focus on helping you:
- Improve your leg strength, making everyday activities such as standing up, walking and climbing stairs easier.
- Improve your balance and stability, helping you feel steadier on your feet.
- Reduce your risk of falling, by working on the strength, balance and reactions needed to stay upright.
- Build your confidence, particularly if you've experienced a fall or have started worrying about your balance.
- Maintain your mobility and independence, so you can keep doing the things you enjoy.
And, just as importantly, we want you to enjoy coming along!
Exercise shouldn’t feel frightening or overwhelming. We want you to feel comfortable, supported and pleased with what you’re achieving.
Who Are These Classes For?
Our Strength, Balance & Falls Prevention classes may be particularly helpful if you:
- Have noticed your balance isn't quite what it used to be.
- Have experienced a fall or a few near misses.
- Feel nervous about falling, particularly when you're out and about.
- Find everyday activities such as getting out of chairs or climbing stairs more difficult.
- Have become less active and want to rebuild your strength.
- Are recovering from illness or a period of reduced mobility.
- Want to maintain your independence and confidence as you get older.
You don’t need to have had a fall to benefit from the classes.
In fact, we’d much rather help you improve your strength and balance before falling becomes a problem.
And you certainly don’t need to be fit or experienced at exercise before joining.
That’s what we’re here to help with.
What Makes Our Classes Different?
There are lots of exercise classes available, but we've designed ours specifically for people who need a little more support with their strength, balance and confidence.
A Physiotherapist and Physiotherapy Assistant at Every Class
Every session has two members of our physiotherapy team.
This means we can keep a close eye on how everyone is moving, offer support when needed and make sure exercises are being performed safely.
If you need a little more help with an exercise, someone is there to support you.
Small Classes, With a Maximum of 8 People
We deliberately keep our classes small.
We want to get to know you, understand what you’re finding difficult and help you work towards the things that are important to you.
You’re not simply another person in a large exercise class.
Exercises Adapted to You
Not everyone joining the class will have the same level of strength or balance.
Some people may need to use a chair for support, while others might be ready for more challenging exercises.
That’s absolutely fine.
We’ll adapt the exercises to suit your ability and gradually progress them as your strength, balance and confidence improve.
Individual Assessment Before You Start
Before joining, you’ll meet with one of our physiotherapists for an individual assessment.
This means we understand your starting point and can make sure the exercises are appropriate for you.
It also means that when you come into your first class, we already know you and anything you might need help with.
Building Confidence After a Fall
Having a fall can really knock your confidence.
Even if you haven't been seriously injured, it's quite understandable to feel more cautious afterwards.
You might start avoiding longer walks, become nervous about going out on your own or find yourself holding onto things around the house.
The problem is that doing less often leads to becoming weaker, which can make balance and mobility more difficult.
We want to help break that cycle.
Our classes give you the opportunity to work on your strength and balance in a supportive environment, gradually rebuilding your confidence as you improve.
It's not about pushing you to do things you're uncomfortable with.
It's about helping you become stronger and steadier, one step at a time.
What to Expect in Your First Class
We know joining a new exercise class can feel a little daunting, particularly if you're worried about your balance.
But please don't worry.
Before you start, we'll already have met you at your Initial Assessment and have a good understanding of your strength, balance and mobility.
Your physiotherapist will guide you through the exercises, with support from our physiotherapy assistant whenever needed.
We'll use a range of exercises designed to improve your leg strength, balance, coordination and confidence with everyday movement.
Some exercises may be performed sitting down, while others will involve standing or moving around, with support available where needed.
And don't worry about what anyone else is doing.
Everyone will be working at their own level.
As you become stronger and more confident, we'll gradually build things up.
Our aim is for you to enjoy the class, feel comfortable with the exercises and begin noticing improvements in your everyday life.
How Do I Get Started?
Getting started is straightforward.
1. Get in touch with us
Complete our short enquiry form and let us know you’re interested in the Strength, Balance & Falls Prevention class.
You can also enquire on behalf of a parent, relative or friend.
2. Have an individual physiotherapy assessment
Before joining, we’ll arrange an assessment with one of our physiotherapists.
We’ll look at your strength, balance and mobility, discuss any concerns and make sure the class is suitable for you.
3. Join your class
Once we’ve agreed that the class is right for you, we’ll help you get started.
You’ll be joining a small, friendly group, with a physiotherapist and physiotherapy assistant there to support you every week.
FAQ
Not at all.
The classes are just as suitable for people who want to improve their balance and strength before they experience a fall.
If you've started feeling a little less steady or simply want to stay strong and independent, the class may be a good option.
That's exactly why we've designed these classes with both a physiotherapist and physiotherapy assistant.
We can adapt exercises, provide support and help you work at a level that's right for you.
No.
We'll assess your starting point before you join and make sure the exercises are appropriate for your ability.
You don't need to get fitter before coming. We'll help you build your strength and confidence as you go.
There are a maximum of 8 people, with a physiotherapist and physiotherapy assistant at every session.
Yes.
Everyone completes an individual physiotherapy assessment before joining so we can understand their strength, balance and mobility and make sure the class is suitable.
Just wear comfortable clothing that you can move around in and suitable footwear.
All the exercise equipment is provided.
Yes, there's plenty of free parking at The Stables.
Just park in the car park and head down to the gym at the bottom of the car park.
Absolutely!
We know that it's often family members who first notice changes in someone's mobility or confidence.
You're very welcome to complete the enquiry form on their behalf and we'll help you understand what happens next.
Why Choose SB Physiotherapy?
- At SB Physiotherapy, we're a small, family-run physiotherapy practice and helping people stay active and independent is a huge part of what we do.
- Through our clinic, Physio at Home service and rehabilitation gym, we work with people at all different stages of life, from those recovering from injuries to people who are finding everyday movement more difficult.
- We know how important it is to be able to keep doing the things that matter to you.
- Whether that's getting out for a walk, enjoying the garden, going shopping, seeing friends or simply feeling more confident moving around your own home.
- Our Strength, Balance & Falls Prevention classes bring together our experience in physiotherapy, rehabilitation and exercise to help you keep doing those things for as long as possible.
- We're not expecting everyone to be at the same level.
- We just want to help you become a little stronger, a little steadier and more confident in what you can do.
Our physiotherapists are highly qualified and boast years of experience
We offer our physiotherapy service both in our clinic and out in the community
All of our Physiotherapist are registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) and member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists (CSP)
We were winners at the Private Healthcare Awards 2023 - for best community focused Physiotherapy Practice South East England and finalists in for Micro Business of the Year, in the Surrey Business Awards 2021
Our Community Team cover Horley, Crawley, Redhill, Reigate, Lingfield and surrounding areas
Ready to Feel Stronger and Steadier?
If you’re worried about your balance, have experienced a fall or simply want to work on staying strong and independent, we’d love to hear from you.
And if you’re reading this because you’re concerned about a parent, relative or friend, please feel free to get in touch on their behalf.
We’ll be happy to talk through the class and help you decide whether it’s the right option.
