Frequently Asked Questions

How can I sign Up for the Masters Program?

You can book your initial consultation and pay for the introductory offer here - Sign Up Now.

If you are having issues signing up or booking your initial appointment, please email [email protected] to organise.

Do I need a referral from a GP or other medical practitioner?

No, you do not need a referral to attend The Masters Program. However, if your GP or consultant has recommended physiotherapy, please bring any referral letters, MRI or X-ray reports with you to your assessment.

What should I bring to my appointment?

Please wear comfortable clothing which will allow you to exercise and move around if needed. Please bring your phone and ensure that it is charged and has available memory in case we need to record any videos of your rehabilitation exercises. Lastly please bring along a bottle of water as you may be required to do some exercise as part of your assessment or treatment

How do I find the clinic?

The clinic is located just off the Walkinstown roundabout. The google map link is attached to your booking confirmation. We will also attach it here should you need it https://goo.gl/maps/g4c3NJgzBytyV8Su8

Is there parking available?

There is free parking available outside RAPID at all times.

My Appointment

What happens when I arrive at the clinic?

Please arrive to the clinic at the time of your appointment. If you are early please wait in your car or in our waiting area as your physiotherapist is likely with another patient. Just knock on the door at the time of your appointment.

We are located inside of Rocky Fitness in Walkinstown - so if you see a large sign for Rocky Fitness - you are in the right place!

Private Health Insurance

The majority of health insurance policies offer money back on physiotherapy sessions, however this depends on insurance company and policy. We would advise all patients to review their insurance policy prior to attending appointments.

There is tax relief for all physiotherapy appointments, this is now completed when filling out your tax return form. Please visit revenue.ie for further information.

Health insurance providers will ask for receipts for attendance at physiotherapy sessions. After each appointment, a pdf copy of a receipt will be emailed to you.

What payment type is accepted

We accept both cash and card payments in the clinic.You also have the option to pay online ahead of time.

Can I pay in advance?

You can pay online during the booking process through our online payment service provider or pay on the day of your appointment. To book online, card payment is the only acceptable method and we accept all major card payments.

Will I be charged a cancellation fee?

We operate a strict 48 notice policy when cancelling or rebooking an appointment. You will be charged the full appointment amount if your changes fall within this period.

Cancellation Policy

Booking confirmation emails and reminder emails are sent as a courtesy to all our patients. To cancel or reschedule an appointment without incurring a charge, we require at least 48 hours’ notice. Anything within this 48 hour window is liable to a cancellation fee totalling the appointment fee. If you fail to attend an appointment or cancel with less than 48 hours’ notice, your payment can not be refunded.

Can I do the Masters Program if I have Osteoporosis?

Yes, the Masters Program is designed for over 55's to strength train and exercise in a safe environment. The class is physiotherapist-led and involved progressive resistance training. Many of our members have Osteopenia and Osteoporosis and report having more energy, more strength and more confidence since joining the class. If you are looking for an Exercise Class for Older Adults in Dublin we are here to help!

Weight Bearing Exercise is the #1 type of exercise for Osteopenia. Only when we use our bones and load them do they maintain and build more bone, not when we rest. Resistance training is the easiest and safest form of weight bearing exercise.

Whilst aerobic exercise such as walking, cycling and swimming are great for our heart and lungs, they do not particularly challenge our bones or our muscles. Resistance training is vital in the treatment and prevention of Osteopenia.

Deadlifts, Squats, Step Ups, Farmers Carrys, Push Ups, Overhead Presses - these are just some of the many exercises which can help challenge our bone and our muscle. Impact activities such as tennis, running, skipping, weightlifting, can also help us to strengthen our bones and prevent.

Can I do the Masters Programme if I have Osteopenia?

Yes, the Masters Program is designed for over 55's to strength train and exercise in a safe environment. The class is physiotherapist-led and involves progressive resistance training. Many of our members have Osteopenia and Osteoporosis and report having more energy, more strength and more confidence since joining the class. If you are looking for an Exercise Class for Older Adults in Dublin we are here to help!

Exercise, and particularly resistance training and impact exercise, are the key to promote bone maintenance and new bone formation. This is how physiotherapy for Osteopenia can help with Osteopenia treatment and management. By finding the correct bone health exercises for you and by showing you exactly how to complete and progress them. Furthermore, physiotherapy can help improve muscle strength, balance and co-ordination, all of which can decrease your risk of falls and fracture.

As we say at the Masters Program - Use It Or Lose It!

Am I Too Old to Build Muscle?

Thankfully, no, you are not too old to build muscle! Your body remains adaptable to training no matter what age you are. Through consistent resistance training you can continue to build strength and muscle as you age.

Even if you have had previous injuries, surgeries or medical conditions, you can still gain muscle and reap the benefits of resistance training as you get older.

What are the Best Exercises for Older Adults?

The best strength training exercises for older adults include squats, deadlifts, push ups, and rows. At The Masters Program, we tailor these movements to your ability, ensuring safe and effective progress for over 55s, including complete beginners.

Compound movements such as squats, deadlifts, push ups, pull downs, calf raises and farmer's carries make up the core exercises of our Masters Program.

We tailor the exact variation of these exercises to each individual in the class. Our goal is always to find exercises that you can do confidently and progress over time. We are used to teaching complete beginners in their 60s and 70s who do resistance train.

Can you do the Exercise Class if you are Over 60?

Of course! Our Masters Program is our exercise class for over 60s. We have men and women in their 60s exercising 2-3 days per week each, building strength, building muscle and building confidence.

We have men and women in their 60s, 70s and 80s who are members here and regularly take part in our class which is led by a physiotherapist and tailored to their own specific abilities and previous injuries.

We believe that exercise is important for everyone, especially as we age. As we say in the Masters Program - Use It Or Lose It!

I have never been to a gym before, can I still join?

Yes, of course. We are used to members joining with no gym experience. It is our job to walk you through every exercise and teach you how to do it correctly. We will go at the right pace for you and ensure that we don't try and do too much too soon. Lots of our members now love the gym, have seen massive progress and now wouldn't miss a session, despite having had no previous experience prior to joining the Masters Program.

How many exercise classes per week should I do?

The American College of Sports and Exercise Medicine (ACSM) recommends that older adults engage in resistance training exercise twice per week.

Our members can attend up to 3 classes a week in the Masters Program. But as long as you can attend at least two classes you will see huge benefits and meet the recommended levels.

What type of training is recommended for older adults?

As per the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), older adults are recommended to engage in aerobic exercise at least 5 days a week. This can include walking, cycling, swimming, rowing, golf, tennis, gardening etc.

They are also recommended to engage in resistance training exercise at least twice per week. This should involve 8-10 exercises involving major muscle groups such as squats, deadlifts, push ups, pull downs, rows etc. Here in the Masters Program we focus mainly on the resistance training requirements and our members more than meet these.