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Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital

Stay Active & Independent for Life (SAIL) Fitness Class

About This Event

  • Event Type: Single Day
  • Capacity: 40 people

Please see important registration info below!

SAIL (Stay Active & Independent for Life) is a 12-week falls prevention fitness program designed for older adults that focuses on strength, balance, and mobility - which reduces the risk of falls and improves overall quality of life.

SAIL Fitness Class Benefits:

  • Reduce risks of falling
  • Improve balance, mobility and leg strength - all known risk factors for falls
  • Maintain independence by building strength, improving balance and agility

SAIL Fitness Classes Include:

  • Exercises that can be done sitting or standing
    • Suite for all fitness levels
  • Fitness checks are done in the first class and at 12 weeks to track your progress. Fitness checks include:
    • 8-Foot Timed Up and Go
    • Bicep Curls
    • Chair Sit-to-Stand

Who Can Attend SAIL Fitness Classes:

  • Any older adult
  • Anyone who has fallen in the past year or is fearful of falling
  • Anyone looking to add exercise to their routine

Class Location: Glasgow Senior Center

Date & Time

  • Every Monday and and Thursday from 10:30am - 11:30am for 12 weeks beginning Monday, January 26

Instructor

  • FMDH EMS Community Integrated Health Program

To request a registration pack, please contact: FMDH EMS at (406) 228-3472

Event Coordinator
Event Registration
  • Price: Free
  • Registration Type: Call to Register
  • Registration Info:

    How to Register for SAIL:

    • Call (406) 228-3472 to request a registration packet by mail
    • Class is limited to 40 participants and filled on a first-come, first-served basis
    • The first 40 completed packets returned will be officially registered
    • All additional packets will be placed on a waiting list
    • If a registered participant does not attend the first class, they will be dropped and the next person on the waiting list will be added
    • No new participants will be added after the first day of class

    Registration packet deadline: January 16
    Confirmation calls: January 19