Name: John Reginald Adams

Age: 66

Occupation: Engineer and Archaeologist

Life History:

Born in 1940 into a sporting family. Enlisted into the army at 16 where I served for ten years and played many sports. During this time I learned to play guitar, bass and became a songwriter.

Worked in industrial maintenance for the next ten years before moving into further education as a maintenance engineer. Took redundancy in 1992 and began a part-time degree course in archaeology. In 1998 I began work for Canterbury Archaeological Trust and in 2005 I decided to continue to work part-time for this local unit.

How long have you been participating in the Fitness Ballet class?

Approximately 9 months.

Why did you attend a Fitness Ballet class?

I had attended a ballet-based sports injury programme in 1990 and thought that this class would help me regain some of my flexibility.

What benefits has it given you?

Even though I have been carrying a foot injury for nearly six months, (sustained elsewhere), I must admit that my sense of balance and flexibility has improved.

Would you recommend to others?

Yes!