Exercise and Falls Prevention

Program Description

We offer free virtual, telephone, and in-person exercise and falls prevention classes for older adults and seniors in the Etobicoke community.  Classes are provided at different levels to suit your fitness needs and abilities and are led by certified senior fitness instructors or Registered Kinesiologists.

All classes are designed to increase balance, strength, and flexibility, to build self-esteem and maintain independence, and reduce the risk of injuries and falls. They are offered in a group setting with other peers in your community.

General Exercise Classes: a combination of light cardio, strength, and balance exercises to improve general mobility, endurance, and balance.

Falls Prevention Classes: gentle classes for individuals who use mobility aids, have had a fall in the last 3 months, are new to exercise, and/or want an overall body workout at a beginner’s pace.

ESS gratefully acknowledges the financial contribution of the Ontario Trillium Foundation, which has been used to support the operations of our Exercise and Falls Prevention Classes. The three-year grant awarded will enable ESS to add two full-time Health and Wellness Coordinators and one part-time Exercise Instructor. These new positions will enhance Health and Wellness programming by reducing waitlists. Moreover, the grant will help create personalized active-living care plans and enable the group to upgrade its fitness equipment.

Health and Safety

Clients and their caregivers are expected to passively screen themselves before receiving services or attending programs and to report any symptoms or risks immediately.

While we promote a “mask-friendly” environment, the use of masks is strongly encouraged during care provision and, if tolerated, in program spaces and vehicles.

Eligibility

Open to adults ages 55+.

Fees

All classes are free, there is no cost to attend.