A Matter of Balance

A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program designed to help people learn practical strategies to manage falls and increase physical activity levels. In this class you will learn how to view falls as controllable, set goals for increasing activity, make changes to reduce fall risks at home, exercise to increase strength and balance. Kelly Ward From the Sarasota Department of Health will be the instructor.

Who Should Attend? If you are concerned about falls, or interested in improving balance, flexibility and strength, if you have fallen in the past, or if you have restricted activities because of falling concerns, it is recommended that you take this class to improve your quality of life.

This is an 8 week class. If you are a couple, or someone who has a caregiver you are encouraged to take this class together.

The class is set to begin Friday, January 17, 2025 through Friday March 7. (1/17/25, 1/24/25. 1/31/25, 2/7/25, 2/14/25, 2/21/25, 2/28/28. 3/7/25 is the last class).