Service Information
Seniors Group Gentle Exercise Class (SMART)
Community Support Connections
Category: Seniors Gentle Exercise Class
Target Population: Seniors
Service Details
Description:

Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together (SMART) group exercise class in a retirement home or community setting. Gentle Exercise Facilitator leads a 45 to 60 minute gentle exercise class that are offered 2-3x per week. Goal is self - maintenance or transition to a Wellness Active Living Club program.



Classes focus on aerobics, balance exercises, strength exercises and flexibility.



Classes offered throughout Waterloo Region.



Contact Jenn McDonald for more information and locations.


Languages: English
Activities:
Physical Activities: Flexibility Exercises, In-chair Exercises, Strength Exercises, Stretching
Cost to Client:
NO FEE
Eligibility Criteria
Other Criteria:
Maximum Age: 100 yrs
Minimum Age: 18 yrs
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