Healthy Ageing Program

A healthy aging exercise class is a type of fitness class specifically designed for older adults. The class typically focuses on helping older adults improve their physical fitness and mobility, and may include a variety of exercises and activities that are safe and appropriate for older adults. These classes may also address specific health concerns that are more common in older adults, such as balance issues, fall prevention, or joint pain.

The class may include exercises to improve cardiovascular health, such as low-impact aerobics or walking, as well as strength training to maintain muscle mass and bone density. It also may involve balance and flexibility exercises such as yoga or Tai Chi to help improve stability and range of motion. There may also be some classes that cater to older adults with chronic health conditions like arthritis or Parkinson’s disease, which may involve different types of exercises or modifications to exercises.

The class may be led by a certified fitness instructor with experience working with older adults, who will be able to provide guidance and support to help participants achieve their goals. The instructor will be able to help the participants perform the exercises with proper form and intensity, and also will be able to adapt the exercises to the participants’ individual needs and abilities.

The class may take place in a variety of settings such as community centers, senior centers, hospitals, or online. There can be a mix of both supervised and self directed classes, depending on the target population and the setting.

It’s important to note that, classes will be tailored to the older adult participants abilities and health status, with a goal of making the exercises accessible to a wide range of seniors while also challenging them appropriately.