In The Community: Exercise/Wellness
Physical Activity Classes
"There are two good times to start exercising: one is when you are young and the other is today." ~ Elaine Gallagher, Special Senate Committee on Aging, Final Report
Exercise is important as we age in order to build and maintain functional abilities needed for daily life activities. When we improve our strength and balance we reduce our risk of falls and improve our quality of life. Information and education provided at any of our Physical Activity exercise classes will empower you to adopt a more active and healthy lifestyle!
It's never to late to get active!
"Just want to say a big thank you to your organization for all the help you have given me these past six months. I have thoroughly enjoyed the exercise program and think it has been very helpful in my post operative recovery from heart surgery in May. I hope to continue on and take up Nordic Poling as well. I tell my children I’ve become an addict – an exercise addict – they can’t believe it! Thanks to all the instructors too!"
- Types of Classes
- Schedule
- Cost
LIFE (Living Independently through Fitness and Education): One hour fitness classes led by trained volunteers/fitness instructors. Each class consists of all components necessary to improve cardio, respiratory levels, muscular strength and balance. The goal of these classes is to build and maintain functional abilities needed for daily life activities.
Yoga: Gentle yoga classes designed specifically for seniors. Focus is placed on proper breathing and gentle postures. Postures strengthen the body and promote flexibility and balance. Breath work calms the nervous system, reduces stress and improves the mind body connection.
Ball Exercise: Gentle exercise for seniors performed using a fitness ball. Using a fitness ball is a great way to improve posture and body awareness, as well as balance.
Nordic Poling: This aerobic exercise is as effective as cross-country skiing, yet as easy and convenient as walking. Nordic Poling is a full body, cardio-muscular exercise engaging the arms, back, stomach and legs. It involves walking with two specially designed fitness walking poles. By using your entire body, Nordic Walkers work smarter, not harder, towards a healthier lifestyle. Nordic Poling is easy to learn and is suitable for seniors of all fitness levels!
In-Home Exercise: An exercise program intended for older, home-bound adults who would like to improve their level of fitness, in the comfort of their own home. This program was designed by the Canadian Centre for Activity and Aging to help frail and isolated seniors enjoy the benefits of physical activity and exercise. The exercise program consists of 10 simple exercises that are intended to enhance and maintain functional fitness, mobility and independence.
Other programs include swimming, fitness centre, hiking, education sessions and CHAP Blood Pressure Clinics.
Exercise programs, education sessions and CHAP Blood Pressure clinics are offered throughout Stratford and Huron County.
For more information contact Trudy at 1-877-502-8277 ext 2215 or Cheryl at 1-877-502-8277 ext 2011.
Costs vary and are low cost or no cost depending on the program.
Volunteer Opportunity: LIFE Gentle Exercise Instructor
Those with a passion for fitness are needed to lead hour-long LIFE gentle exercise classes. No experience necessary, all training provided by One Care Home & Community Support Services.
Time commitment is one hour per week.
