Group exercise and falls prevention classes for older adults and people with mobility issues and chronic conditions * aims to improve strength and balance to prevent injury and falls
Yoga, line dancing, urban pole walking and a walking club available
Classes are instructed by volunteers and staff trained in Seniors fitness Instructor Course through the Canadian Centre for Activity and Aging and the VON SMARTĀ® (Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together) program
There are three levels of classes:
Level One- offered in retirement homes (may be open to community members)
- designed to support improvement for those with limited mobility
- classes are primarily seated with standing components as tolerated
Level Two- offered in community and retirement settings
- designed for those with a moderate level of ability
- class is a mix of both standing and seated components
Level Three- offered in community settings
- designed for those with a moderate to vigorous level of ability
- provides the option to participate at a higher level of intensity