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

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

JANUARY 21 - APRIL 10, 2025
Tuesday & Thursday 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Led by Jackie G.
Pre-assessments for programstart Jan. 13
Ages 60+

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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

JANUARY 21 - APRIL 18, 2025
Tuesday 12:00-1:00 p.m. & Friday 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Led by Marion C.
Pre-assessments for programstart Jan. 13
Ages 60+
*No classes the week of March 24th

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Downtown YMCA

JANUARY 13 - APRIL 2, 2025
Monday & Wednesday 12:15-1:15 p.m.
Led by Sharon G.
Pre-assessments for programstart Jan. 6
Ages 60+

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Tri-Lakes YMCA

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

JANUARY 20 - APRIL 9, 2025
Monday & Wednesday 3:15-4:15 p.m.
Led by Wendy L.
Pre-assessments for programstart Jan. 13
Ages 60+

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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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