Exercise & Falls Prevention Classes

Where are Exercise or Falls Prevention Classes offered?

In Durham Region, Community Care Durham and the Oshawa Senior Community Centres (OSCC) are responsible for the delivery of Exercise and Falls Prevention Classes.

For more information on OSCC classes available in Oshawa, Whitby and Courtice, please visit their website at www.oscc.ca.
Community Care Durham (CCD) provides classes in Ajax, Pickering, Oshawa, Bowmanville, Newcastle, Port Perry, Uxbridge and Brock Township at the following locations:

The Exercise and Falls Prevention Program is a community-based initiative aimed at meeting the exercise needs of Older Adults in the Durham Region. Our goal is to provide participants with the opportunity to keep fit and maintain their independence.

We can help!

Focused on promoting increased participation, strength, flexibility, balance and endurance, Exercise and Falls Prevention classes help people to maintain and improve their physical abilities and reduce their fall risk. At Community Care Durham, our goal is to provide participants with the opportunity to keep fit, maintain their independence, and improve their overall quality of life.

Please note:

In-person Exercise and Falls Prevention Classes have resumed at most service locations. There are virtual classes available to interested individuals. Please see virtual class schedule below.

Virtual Class Schedule

What do participants receive at an Exercise and Falls Prevention class?

Our varied Exercise and Falls Prevention classes provide participants of all abilities with the opportunity to:

be involved in meaningful group activities
maintain and enhance aerobic fitness
socialize and build connections with others in their community
develop better balance and stability
increase functional fitness
improve strength and muscular endurance
work on flexibility and maintaining joint range of motion
enhance overall physical and mental health

Featured Classes

Photo of an older man stretching on flyer detailing information about Falls Prevention Classes. Starts September 30. Runs every Friday between 1pm - 2pm at the Clarington Public Library. 150 King Ave E, Newcastle, ON L1B 1H5

Photo of women doing yoga pose on flyer detailing information about Seated Yoga Classes. Starts September 14. Runs every Friday between 11am - 12pm at the Clarington Public Library. 150 King Ave E, Newcastle, ON L1B 1H5

Photo of women doing Zumba on flyer detailing information about Zumba Classes. Starts December 12. Runs every Monday between 6pm - 7pm at the Clarington Public Library. 150 King Ave E, Newcastle, ON L1B 1H5

Photo of women doing an exercise on flyer detailing information about Exercise Classes. Starts February 1st. Runs every Wednesday and Friday between 12pm - 1pm at the Altona Road Community Church 1367 Altona Rd in Pickering.

Learn more about the Exercise and Falls Prevention program

Watch the video to learn more about our Exercise and Falls Prevention program and the online classes available to clients.

Falls Prevention Month

November is Falls Prevention Month, and CCD is doing its part to help reduce falls in our community. This month CCD’s Exercise and Falls Prevention Program will provide a variety of resources aimed at helping you prevent slips, trips, and falls. Join us here for information.

Watch More Falls Prevention Videos

Exercise & Falls Prevention: Workshop and Classes

Hear what our participants had to say about their experiences with the program.

Watch More Falls Prevention Videos

More Falls Prevention Month Resources

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Tips to Prevent Falls in Winter Weather

Cost

There is no charge for Exercise and Falls Prevention classes.

How Do I Register for CCD’s Exercise and Falls Prevention Classes

Classes are open to the residents of the facilities listed below and to members of the surrounding community. If you are a Resident of Durham Region and interested in registering for an Exercise or Falls Prevention class, please call Central Intake at: 1 (888) 255-6680 or email lmarrison@communitycaredurham.on.ca.

Who Leads Exercise and Falls Prevention classes?

Exercise classes are led by experienced certified Fitness Professionals.

Learn More

CCD’s Exercise and Falls Prevention Program team can connect clients with the other integrated community support services offered by Community Care Durham and our partners to support people to live independently in their own homes.

If you would like to receive more information about CCD services, please call us at 1-888-255-6680 or contact a Community Care Durham office nearest you.
Facilities interested in adding classes to their schedules can contact lmarrison@communitycaredurham.on.ca.

Click the link below to download the Exercise and Falls Prevention Fact Sheet for all you need to know about accessing this service.

Exercise and Falls Prevention Fact Sheet

Learn more about Exercise and Falls Classes

Chair Yoga Demo

A short video demo of CCD’s virtual Chair Yoga Class. Intended for Older Adults and lead by a certified Yoga Instructor.

Healthy Partners

A standing full body group workout, with a focus on building strength, improving balance and reducing fall risk.

Ajax

The Lighthouse Retreat
Westney Gardens
Harwood Retirement Residence

Bowmanville

Bowmanville Creek Retirement Community
Seasons Clarington

Brock

Classes are available, but streaming virtually at present.

Newcastle

Wilmont Creek
Clarington Public Library Newcastle Branch

Oshawa

Sunrise Seniors Place
Sunrise Place Co-op

Pickering

Pickering City Centre
Parkway Retirement Home
Amica Pickering

Port Perry

Port Perry Villa
Port Perry Seniors Club
Immaculate Conception Seniors Residence
Canterbury Commons Seniors Community

Uxbridge

Douglas Crossing Lifestyle Communities
Uxbridge Seniors Centre

Cerita M. Exercise & Falls Prevention Partner
The seniors from The Lighthouse Retreat Senior’s Day Program, along with seniors from the surrounding communities, have been participating in the Exercise and Falls Prevention programs since 2013. The program has grown immensely over the years. We have seen vast changes with the strength and mobility of the seniors. It is truly making a positive impact in the lives of seniors.

Cheryl M. Exercise & Falls Prevention Client
My partner and I have been participants in this enjoyable activity for several years. Attending for an hour twice a week over the past several years has kept us mobile and physically active. It is a proven falls prevention activity for individuals of all ages and abilities, and over the past few years we grew from one group to several groups that met at different times. In addition to chair exercises with weights, we walked following various patterns encouraging memory and balance. Music and laughter were part of the weekly sessions we looked forward to. All members experienced improvement in their physical well-being, and the group’s commitment to regular attendance speaks to the benefits we achieved.

Marilyn Q. Exercise & Falls Prevention Client
I have been a very healthy person all of my life and continue to be so six years after my diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease. Understanding and coping with the various aspects of the disease, I have learned that guided exercises and movement classes for me are not a luxury, but absolutely necessary in maintaining my flexibility, balance, and stamina for as long as possible. An added bonus for me in a group setting is the friendship, the sharing of life’s experiences. It also gives me a mental lift and helps me recognize that I am not alone.

To book an appointment with a Central Intake Coordinator to request this service, please contact us:

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