Drum it out in Dereel and Rokewood

A UNIQUE, percussive, fun, and musical workout is on its way to Rokewood and Inverleigh.

Sports Central is bringing free 45-minute cardio drumming sessions to Rokewood and Inverleigh in March and April, led by fitness instructor Narelle Tolliday.

“It’s all about bringing the community together for physical wellbeing, social interaction, good mental health, and a great time, and to offer somewhere close and convenient,” she said.

“Cardio drumming is a cardio fitness workout for all abilities, no matter how high or low their fitness level is. It’s to great music, and you can go as hard as you like throughout the whole-body workout.

“It’s a stress release to bang the ball with the sticks, and it works the entire body, your balance, coordination and brain.”

Mrs Tolliday was initially trained to facilitate cardio drumming – a popular fitness movement in the US – for people with disabilities six years ago, and she said it’s a workout anyone can have a go at, even if they are seated.

“It’s perfect for all abilities, all ages, men and women. If you want to jump you can, or if you can’t it doesn’t matter. Give it a go and laugh with a friend,” she said.

“A lot of people don’t realise they’re working out when they’re cardio drumming, and when you’re doing squats to the music of Tina Turner, you can’t go wrong.”

Cardio drumming will run at the Dereel Community Centre on Saturdays from 19 March and 9 April from 9am to 9.45am, and at the Rokewood Community Hall on Thursdays from 17 March to 7 April at 7pm to 7.45pm.

All equipment for a maximum of 24 people is supplied. Register by calling 5331 6966, or fill out a form at bit.ly/3p10BUs.