Record #:
MDL0145
Last Modified:
14 Sep 2023
Last Full Update:
15 Apr 2019
Location
Located In | Lunenburg County |
Where To Find Us | Bridgewater, NS |
Areas Served | Lunenburg County ; Classes are held at various locations throughout Lunenburg County |
Contact
Website | www.elderfitlunenburg.ca |
elderfitlunenburg@gmail.com | |
Phone | 902-527-1887 |
Contact | Sue Rushton, Chair, Elderfit Lunenburg; Phone: 902-527-1887; Email: elderfitlunenburg@gmail.com |
Alternate Contact | Nancy MacDonald, Secretary/Treasurer, Elderfit; Phone: 902-764-2305 |
Mailing Address | c/o Elderfit Lunenburg PO Box 22014 RPO Bridgewater Mall Bridgewater, NS B4V 3W6 |
Description & Services
Information | Elderfit is a water exercise program designed for seniors, the physically compromised, pregnant mothers, or any adult looking for low impact exercise. Its mission is to raise awareness among seniors to the health and lifestyle benefits of remaining physically and mentally active. Endorsed by local doctors and physiotherapists as well as the Arthritis Society, the aquacize sessions are taught by trained volunteer facilitators in a stress-free environment. Satisfied participants report physical improvements in their agility, mobility, posture, flexibility, strength and endurance, as well as having fun with others. Swimming ability is not required. Male or female seniors or those others with physical problems requiring therapeutic or rehabilitative joint-friendly exercise. We are running classes at two venues: Oak Island Resort and Conference Centre, Western Shore Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10:30 am Lunenburg County Lifestyle Centre (Bridgewater) - Monday through Friday at 10:00 am For fees and any other information, please contact us. Applications may be accepted for financial assistance. |
Eligibility | All Adults Welcome |
Special Information
Established | 1998 |
Tags | Fitness ; Recreation Categories ; Seniors ; South Shore Connect ; Spring Programs ; Swimming ; Winter Programs |
Categories - General | Therapeutic Exercise |