Fall prevention

Classes will be offered at 30th Street Senior Center, Aquatic Park Senior Center and on Zoom!

To register contact the Always Active team by phone at: (415) 550-2265 or by email at: alwaysactive@onlok.org

• 12-week progressive program designed to lower risk of falls.
• Each class meets 1 hour, two times per week.
• Exercises focus on lower extremity strength, standing static and dynamic balance and gait enhancement.
• Recommended for people who have fallen
• Exercise led by well-qualified certified fitness professionals
• 3 cohorts per year starting January, May, and September

Requirements:

Must pass an in-person screening prior to enrollment in the Fall Prevention program (to ensure safety and appropriateness)

Enrollment, Location and Contact Info:

Dr. Christian J. Thompson, (415) 422-5270, cjthompson@usfca.edu

article – Effectiveness of a Fall Prevention Exercise Program