Description
Are you an older adult looking for motivation to become physically active?
Choose to Move is a FREE 3-month program for older adults who are inactive and wishing to become more active. Choose to Move is not a fitness class or movement class. It is a motivational coaching program where you will meet with an Activity Coach and other participants to discuss ways to incorporate more physical activity into your life. To learn more about Choose to Move visit https://choosetomove.ca. (1 hour)
To be eligible for this class, you cannot have participated in Choose to Move in the last two years
Participants of Choose to Move is offered concurrently with the free ActivAge™ program . Each segment is 1 hour long for a total of 2 hours. Attending both parts is optional.
ActivAge™ is a free 3-month group-led physical activity program for inactive older adults. It introduces participants to physical activity and reinforces their commitment to incorporate it into their daily lives. The fun and social program is progressive with planned physical activities (stretching, activity, and cool-down) based on ActivAge™ training. The focus is on improving activities associated with daily living, strengthening muscles used day-to-day (ie: bending, lifting, etc). Each class incorporates physical activities that engage participants, and features in-class discussions and resources to improve overall health and physical well-being. BCRPA certified instructor leads this fun and enjoyable free fitness and educational class for seniors.
To be eligible for this class you should currently be doing less than 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity per week, and be able to commit to a 3 month program. As this is a discussion based class , if you feel the need, you are welcome to bring a translator.
For more information please attend a FREE information session on Sept 12 at 10 am at the Seniors' Centre
space is limited so please register