La Porte County Family YMCA to host Enhance®Fitness Classes in 2015

fillerEnhanceFitness is a proven community based senior fitness and arthritis management program. Its purpose is to help older adults become more active, energized and empowered for independent living. EnhanceFitness has been nationally recognized by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, US Department of Health and Human Services, US Administration on Aging and the National Council on Aging. The program consists of low impact exercise classes that are safe and challenging for older adults of all fitness levels. EnhanceFitness exercises focus on increasing cardiovascular endurance, strength, balance, and flexibility which can help reduce arthritis symptoms. A certified instructor leads classes at a pace that works for each participant. Classes are held in a relaxed atmosphere that promotes fun and laughter and provides lots of opportunities for the social interaction that is vital to senior health and well-being.

The program will start on September 28th and last for 16 weeks. Class sessions are on Monday, Wednesdays and Fridays at 9 am at the La Porte Branch. The pilot program will be free for the first 15 registrations. Registration for this program is currently open and will close when the program is filled to capacity. Demonstrations and information for the program will be available at the Sunflower Fair at the YMCA booth. For more information or to register, please contact Elizabeth Downs at 219-325-9622 ext. 104 or at edowns@lpymca.org.