Balance & Fall Prevention

Moving for better balance

Moving For Better Balance is a 12-week evidence-based fall prevention program designed to help participants improve their balance, flexibility, mobility, as well as increase their confidence in doing everyday activities. The program utilizes the principles and movements of Tai Chi. The entire class can be done in a chair!

As part of our mission, the Y seeks to support every older adult with their desire to stay active and healthy in spirit, mind and body.

Because falls are the leading cause of injuries among older adults, the Y offers a fall prevention program for seniors: Moving for Better Balance. Classes are offered at a variety of locations in our region, including YMCA facilities, senior centers, and other community locations in El Paso & Teller Counties.

Briargate YMCA

May 1 - August 8, 2024
Tuesday & Thursday, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Led by Jackie G.
Pre-assessments for program the week of May 6, 2024
Post-assessments the week of August 12
Ages 60+

September 10 - December 5, 2024*
Tuesday & Thursday 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Led by Jackie G.
Pre-assessments for program the week of September 3
Post-assessments the week of December 16
Ages 60+
*No classes week of Thanksgiving

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YMCA at First & Main

Aug 27 - Nov 21, 2024*
Tuesday & Thursday 12:00-1:00 p.m.
Led by Marion C.
Pre-assessments for program the week of August 19
Post-assessments the week of November 25
Ages 60+
*No classes week of Thanksgiving

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Downtown YMCA

May 13 - August 7, 2024
Monday & Wednesday, 12:15 - 1:15 p.m.
Led by Sharon G.
Pre-assessments for program the week of May 6, 2024
Post-assessments the week of August 12
Ages 60+

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Tri-Lakes YMCA

May 13 - August 7, 2024
Monday & Friday, 3:15 - 4:15 p.m.
Led by Jessica E.
Pre-assessments for program the week of May 6, 2024
Post-assessments the week of April 12
Ages 60+

September 16 - December 11, 2024*
Mon & Wed 3:15-4:15pm
Led by Wendy L.
Pre-assessments for program the week of September 9
Post-assessments the week of April 12
Ages 60+
*No classes week of Thanksgiving

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For additional information or questions: Please contact Travis Lerma, Director of Healthcare Integration at 719.495.5130 or [email protected].

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