February 23, 2023 at 1:17 p.m.

Actively Aging Balance Training offered at Y


The YMCA of the Northwoods in Rhinelander is offering two small group exercise programs, "Actively Aging Balance Training Level 1 and Actively Aging Balance Training Level 2" taught by physical therapist, John Sykes.

Sykes has over 40 years of experience working with individuals to improve their motor skills and rehab from injuries or surgery, according to a press release announcing the training.

Level 1 class is designed to educate and help participants learn basic balance exercises and develop a home program for all participants that is successful in maintaining and improving their balance skills.

Level 2 class will advance upon the skills gained in Level 1 and will focus on balance reactions and strategies in order to prevent falls. Both programs are designed for healthy older adults without a strong history of falls ie.less than 3 falls over the past year and who are not receiving any skilled therapy for falls.

Level 1 and Level 2 will consit of a number of basic balance exercises, progressive in nature, with an emphasis on safety and proper technique. Pre- and post- testing will be performed based on stardardized testing. And participants will be given a home exercise program for practice, progressing, and improvement.

The six-week session begins on Monday, March 13. Level 1 will be held on Mondays and Thursdays from 1-2 p.m. in the aerobic studio. Level 2 will be held on Mondays and Thursdays from 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Programs are free to Y members and $50 for the general public. Space is limited and registration is required.

Contact Marilyn Duschl at 715-362-9622 ext. 118 for more information. To register, call 715-362-9622.

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