A series of supervised exercise and information programs delivered in partnership with area hospitals and health agencies

• helps enhance health while managing specific chronic health conditions

Programs available at the Ron Edwards Family YMCA in Burlington include: 

Balance+ LiveWell

• 12-week Falls Prevention exercise program
• open to the community as well as members
• two group exercise sessions each week to help build strength, balance, flexibility and endurance and reduce the risk of falls

Gentlefit LiveWell

• designed for individuals suffering from chronic joint or bone issues and to optimize health pre/post joint replacement

Healthy Hearts LiveWell

• offers continuum care for community based cardiac rehabilitation for individuals who have experienced a recent cardiac event
• registered program in partnership with Hamilton Health Sciences
• includes both supervised exercise and education (based on stage of rehabilitation)
• program is included with YMCA membership
• doctor's referral note required

Hydrotherapy LiveWell

• self-paced rehabilitative pool exercises using a variety of equipment like water weights or flotation belts
• ideal for those with hip, knee, bone & joint issues or other medical conditions
• open to everyone

InMotion

• designed for people with chronic bone and joint health problems such as osteoporosis and arthritis
• also appropriate for those wanting to improve their health before and after having hip or knee replacement surgery
• physician's approval is strongly recommended

Walkfit

• gentle, low-impact workout that uses Activator walking poles, to reduce impact on joints and improve the strength and coordination of upper and lower body

GERAS Dance

• fun 12-week program for older adults
• sessions are twice weekly
• registered class is geared towards older adults who may have early cognitive or mobility impairments
• open to both the community and YMCA members

Back to Living Well

• designed by the YMCA and McMaster University for those that suffer from lower back pain
• 12 week program that includes a weekly group functional exercise class, individualized exercise program on the fitness centre and self-management education (delivered virtually)
• also includes weekly action learning planning to help ensure members achieve their goals
• included in membership
• to ensure safety, any individuals with more complex health issues will be screened by a physiotherapist to ensure the program is appropriate

• Mon-Fri 6 am-9:30 pm
• Sat 8 am-5:30 pm
• Sun 8 am-4 pm

Contact for membership or to register for programs