This exercise class will get you moving in a fun, supportive environment reducing your risk of heart & lung disease, high blood pressure and type II diabetes. It incorporates strengthening & core exercises to make your muscles and bones stronger, allowing you to reach, bend, lift, & carry and reduce your risk of developing osteoporosis. Flexibility, agility, and balance exercises will also be included to keep your joints moving & to reduce your risk of slips, trips, & falls. Start now and stay healthy & independent!
- Reduce the impact of illness and chronic disease.
- Lose weight
- Sleep better
- Improve mood and boost self-confidence
- Maintain mental agility
Who would benefit from participating in this class?
- Older adults starting a fitness routine recommended by a doctor or physiotherapist
- Older adults wanting to take a class instructed by a professional trained in older adult fitness and health &fitness
- The older adult, the sedentary baby boomer, the recovering athlete or individuals with:
- Coronary heart disease
- Musculoskeletal injuries
- Stroke
- Hypertension
- Osteoporosis
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Overweight
- High cholesterol
- Stroke
- Arthritis (muscular skeletal)
- Metabolic syndrome
- Risk of Falls
- Chronic Migraines…
Here's what participants are saying...
“It is a very good class -- and it's helped me greatly to understand the small actions I must take to stay mobile!” –A.M.
“I would highly recommend the Group Exercise Class and Fall Prevention Program to anyone wanting to improve balance and core strength in order to prevent falls. The program was very practical and useful. I especially appreciate Chaco taking note of my poor posture in his assessment and incorporating exercises to improve it. The Fall Prevention Program has been a very positive experience for me.” –F.P. Client
“Chaco is an excellent instructor and appears very knowledgeable in his field. A pleasure to work with. I am so glad I went through the program!” – A.L. Client
