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Prevention on Point Prevention on Point enables people to lead active, healthy lives preventing further pain, illness and injury as they age.

Ever wondered if a simple picture in your head could prevent an injury? Prof. Richard Masters at Waikato University rese...
14/08/2026

Ever wondered if a simple picture in your head could prevent an injury?

Prof. Richard Masters at Waikato University researched whether internal analogies—like thinking "land like a snowflake" or "fall like a feather"—could help during a fall.

The results? These simple visual cues trick the subconscious mind into softening the body's impact without overthinking the physical mechanics. When you don't freeze up, your body absorbs the impact much better.

Next time you lose your footing, try letting your subconscious take over...!


It's all important !
05/08/2026

It's all important !


Here are the the very first NZ master-practitioners in the RGM Method - as was stated after two days of full concentrati...
05/08/2026

Here are the the very first NZ master-practitioners in the RGM Method - as was stated after two days of full concentration, fun and learning "the hard work starts now"!
I came away with increased enthusiasm as well as ideas of using this dynamic tool in therapy across OT sessions, in the community and as part of my weekly exercise classes.

This past weekend, I completed Level 2 training in Hanna Somatic Movement Education with Suds Sutherland.This work looks...
27/07/2026

This past weekend, I completed Level 2 training in Hanna Somatic Movement Education with Suds Sutherland.

This work looks at the whole person—your physical body, thoughts, and life history—to understand how past stress, injuries, and tension are held in our bodies. When life's adventures or accidents leave us in subconscious patterns of pain and tightness, it often means we’ve simply lost conscious connection to our movement.

Through gentle self-awareness movements, people learn to sense, re organise, and regain control of their bodies so they can move freely again.

I’m excited to bring these deeper skills into my practice and input into classes.


Pic of beautiful Lake Hāwea

Holidays are over and it’s time to get moving again! 💫Classes resume this week, and we have a few spaces available in th...
21/07/2026

Holidays are over and it’s time to get moving again! 💫

Classes resume this week, and we have a few spaces available in the following groups:

📍 Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM | Strength & Balance
📍 Thursday: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Strength & Balance

These sessions bring together a unique mix of professional expertise, specialized teaching experience, and proven results—offering a approach to older adult movement you won't find anywhere else in Wānaka.

Places are limited and weekly registration is required.

📩 Send a direct message or comment below to secure your spot!

See you soon,
Jo

22/02/2026

We have a few spots available in our Thursday strength and mobility class.

Contact me for further details
[email protected]

"You have such a wonderful class offering – interesting, challenging and thoughtful – I can see why you have some loyal ...
18/02/2026

"You have such a wonderful class offering – interesting, challenging and thoughtful – I can see why you have some loyal regulars. I also really like how you have incorporated RGM into the class."

Jennifer Sampson,
Occupational Therapist,
Falls & Fracture Prevention Coordinator, WellSouth

Floor transitions aren't just one movement—they’re a symphony of skills. 🎻From leg strength and shoulder stability to mo...
15/02/2026

Floor transitions aren't just one movement—they’re a symphony of skills. 🎻

From leg strength and shoulder stability to mobility in every joint, it takes a mix of balance, timing, and (most importantly) trust in your own body. How’s your "floor-to-standing" feeling today?

Come and try a Strength and Balance class with Jo to improve this skill...
Prevention on Point

Strength isn’t just about building muscle in isolation — it’s about how well your body organizes that strength when you’...
06/02/2026

Strength isn’t just about building muscle in isolation — it’s about how well your body organizes that strength when you’re actually moving through life. 💪

Lifting heavier builds capacity, but real-world strength is integrated when you walk, reach, carry, change direction, or react to the unexpected.

That’s the difference between being strong in the gym and confident, efficient, and capable in everyday movement.

“To reduce the burden on hospitals we must prioritise prevention and early treatment of disease.” Ivor Popovich Some lig...
03/01/2026

“To reduce the burden on hospitals we must prioritise prevention and early treatment of disease.” Ivor Popovich

Some light summer reading - this book highlights many parts of our health system that need changing. Best to stay healthy and avoid it if possible.

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