Great River Health Fitness offers A Matter of Balance, an eight-week program
that helps older adults reduce the fear of falling and increase activity
levels. A new session will begin at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 22.
A Matter of Balance is a nationally recognized program developed at Boston
University. Participants:
- Learn to view falls as controllable
- Set goals for increasing activity
- Make changes to reduce fall risks at home
- Exercise to increase strength and balance
The program fee is $25 for Great River Health Fitness members and $40 for
nonmembers. It includes classes, educational materials and snacks.
For more information about A Matter of Balance or to register, please call
Great River Health Fitness at (319) 768-4191.