Balance Boost: Falls Prevention & Balance Exercise Classes

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Expert Exercise Physiologist-led Falls & Balance Prevention Classes for Older Adults in SA’s Western Suburbs

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Are You or a Loved One Worried About Falling or Have Been Having Falls?

Maybe walking feels less steady than it used to, or you’ve had a recent fall or near-miss. Perhaps a family member is becoming less confident getting around independently. You’re not alone — and there is something you can do about it.

Residents across Albert Park, West Lakes, St Clair, Henley Beach, Grange, Semaphore, Woodville, Pennington, Mansfield Park, and the broader western suburbs of Adelaide are finding renewed confidence and stability through our specialist falls prevention program.

1 in 3

Australians 65+ fall each year

23%

Fall risk reduction with targeted exercise

10%

of falls result in a fracture

Balance Boost — Adelaide's Specialist Falls Prevention Exercise Class

Balance Boost is a targeted falls prevention exercise class led by qualified Exercise Physiologists at Inertia Health Group. Serving older adults and their families across Albert Park and the western suburbs of Adelaide, our program is designed to help you feel stronger, steadier, and more confident in everyday life.

Whether you’re searching for a falls prevention class, balance exercises, or an Exercise Physiologist in the western suburbs of Adelaide — Balance Boost is built for you.

WHO IS THIS FOR?

Older adults who have had a fall or near-fall
Seniors feeling unsteady on their feet or fearful of falling
People with chronic conditions affecting balance (Parkinson's, MS, arthritis)
Those taking multiple medications (polypharmacy)
Anyone using a walking aid or wanting to reduce their risk of falling
Family members seeking a safe, supervised program for a loved one

Why Does Falls Risk Increase With Age?

Falls rarely happen from just one cause. Most occur because of a combination of physical, medical, and environmental changes — many of which can be directly addressed through the right exercise program.

Common Causes of Falls in Older Adults

Reduced balance, coordination and postural control
Slower reaction time
Muscle weakness, particularly in the legs and hips
Vision changes
Reduced sensation in the feet or hands
Difficulty with everyday tasks like rising from a chair or walking on uneven ground
Medical conditions such as Parkinson's disease or multiple sclerosis
Multiple medications (polypharmacy)

One of the most significant and modifiable contributors is the loss of strength and physical function associated with ageing and inactivity. This is precisely where targeted exercise can make a life-changing difference.

How Does Exercise Prevent Falls?

Extensive research shows that regular, targeted exercise can reduce the risk of falls by up to 23% in older adults. This is why falls prevention exercise classes — like Balance Boost — are recommended by health professionals across Australia.

Exercise Improves:

In Balance Boost, exercises are specifically designed to safely challenge your balance in a controlled, supportive environment — driving real, lasting improvements.

What Makes Balance Boost Effective?

The most successful falls prevention programs combine balance and strength training, performed regularly and progressed over time. Balance Boost follows evidence-based guidelines from Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA).

EVIDENCE-BASED PROGRAM PRINCIPLES

Specific balance training that safely challenges stability
At least 2 hours of exercise per week for optimal results
Ongoing, progressive program — not a one-off session
Strength focus on legs and hips — key to reducing falls risk
Exercises paired with a personalised Home Exercise Program

Balance Exercises Include:

Strength Training Focuses On:

Why Choose Inertia Health Group Adelaide?

Balance Boost classes are led exclusively by ESSA-registered, university-qualified Exercise Physiologists who are experts in falls prevention and mobility for older adults.

Our Program Is:

Evidence-based & professionally supervised
Adaptable to all ability levels
Suitable for medical conditions & limited mobility
Small class sizes for personalised attention
Fully equipped fitness studio with ample parking

Our Goal Is Simple:

To help you move with confidence, reduce your falls risk, and maintain your independence for longer.

Boost your balance. Build your confidence. Stay independent.

Class Details — Balance Boost, Albert Park SA

Class Schedule

Day	Time	Exercise Physiologist
Monday	11:40am – 12:30pm	Teresa (Exercise Physiologist)
Thursday	2:00pm – 2:50pm	Tahlia (Exercise Physiologist)

Class Duration: Approximately 50 minutes

Recommended Frequency: 2 classes per week for best results (as per research guidelines)

Equipment Provided: All equipment provided: Mats, resistance bands, weights and weight machines. Bring your towel, drink bottle and a positive attitude!

Location: Our fully accessible fitness studio at 982-986 Port Road Albert Park SA 5014— with ample parking for easy access.

How to Get Started — Your Journey to Better Balance

We want to make sure every participant enters the program safely and at the right level. Here’s how it works:

★ Private Health Fund Rebates Available: Appointments and classes with our Exercise Physiologists are eligible for private health fund rebates. We recommend checking with your fund regarding your level of cover.

Step 1

Initial Balance Assessment (1 hour, $127)

Comprehensive health history review (medications, medical conditions, previous falls, gait aids, fear of falling)
Falls risk assessment using our Kinvent force technology
Strength testing with Kinvent force technology
Frailty risk and postural assessment
Completion of validated questionnaires
Creation of your personalised Balance Boost program

Step 2

1:1 Private Review Session (Up to 40 min, $94)

Step 3

Join Group Classes + Home Program

Fees & Private Health Fund Rebates

Service	Fee
Initial Exercise Physiology Balance Assessment (1 hr)	$127.00
Follow-Up Review Session (40 min)	$94.00
Casual Class — Pay As You Go	$25.00 per class
12-Class Pass (16-week expiry)	$250.00 (save $50)
3-Monthly Progress Reassessment (40 min)	$94.00

Serving Seniors Across Adelaide's Western Suburbs

Balance Boost is proudly available to residents in Albert Park, Westlakes, Henley Beach, Grange, Semaphore, Woodville, Pennington, Mansfield Park, Alberton, Cheltenham, Exeter, Rosewater, Ethelton, Port Adelaide, and surrounding western suburbs of Adelaide, South Australia.

Looking for falls prevention classes near me, balance exercise for seniors in Adelaide, or an Exercise Physiologist in the western suburbs? Inertia Health Group’s Balance Boost program is the answer.

References

Tiedemann A, Delbaere K, Sturnieks D, Burton E, Thom JM, Lord SR, Scott S & Sherrington C (2025). Exercise and Sports Science Australia updated position statement on exercise for preventing falls in older people living in the community. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, 28(2), pp. 87–94.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2008). Self-reported falls and fall-related injuries among persons aged ≥65 years — United States, 2006. MMWR, 57(9), pp. 225–229.

Sturnieks D, Menant J & Lord SR (2022). A 12-month randomised controlled trial of cognitive and cognitive-motor training for preventing falls in community-dwelling older people. Open Science Framework.

National Institute on Aging (2022). Falls and fractures in older adults: Causes and prevention. NIA.

Berry SD & Miller RR (2008). Falls: epidemiology, pathophysiology, and relationship to fracture. Current Osteoporosis Reports, 6(4), pp. 149–154.

Lord SR, Sherrington C & Naganathan V (2021). Falls in Older People. 3rd edn. Cambridge University Press.