Building Better Balance

One-in-four adults age 65+ fall each year with 1 out of 5 falls causing a serious injury. Maintaining balance, especially during transitions, is a real concern as we age. Fortunately, balance is a skill we can improve with a bit of knowledge and practice.

In this 4-week, interactive workshop, you’ll learn–

• why maintaining balance becomes more challenging as we age
• how to create a solid foundation by strengthening your legs, feet, and ankles
• strategies to improve body awareness and posture
• playful activities to both challenge and improve your vestibular-ocular reflex;
• simple every-day activities you can do to improve balance and reduce your risk of falling.

Each 1.5-hour session will be dedicated to one aspect of balance with a short lecture and guided balance-building yoga practice. Attendees will receive handouts which include instructions for balance activities that can easily be incorporated into your daily life. Practices will build from week-to-week, so participants are encouraged to attend all four sessions.

Come ready to Move, Laugh, and Learn!