SilverSneakers® Fitness ProgramThe MJCCA is proud to offer the award-winning* SilverSneakers® Fitness Program to eligible members of our community. This innovative, nationally recognized exercise program is designed to meet the unique health concerns and physical fitness needs of older adults while promoting an overall active and healthy lifestyle. Eligible members are those who have certain plans with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia and Humana insurance. Please check with your health care provider to see if the SilverSneakers® Fitness Program is available on your specific plan. As an eligible member of the SilverSneakers® Fitness Program, the MJCCA will provide you with our basic fitness membership affording you access to our state-of-the-art Fitness Center and its many amenities including:
SilverSneakers® Fitness ClassesYou are also invited to participate in specialized low-impact SilverSneakers® classes that focus on improving and increasing muscular strength and endurance, mobility, flexibility, range of motion, balance, and coordination. During class you are encouraged to use hand weights, exercise balls. and elastic bands for resistance. You can progress at your own pace and may either sit or stand and use your chair for support and balance. Our certified, professional fitness instructors are friendly, caring, and serious about fitness. You will soon discover that our staff is committed to assisting you achieve your ultimate fitness goals. * - The SilverSneakers® Fitness Program is the winner of the 2004 HAN Award from the Healthcare and Aging Network of the American Society on Aging. “Not only is exercise important to improved physical functioning, but the benefit on mental functioning correlates to a higher quality of life, and that is the mission of the SilverSneakers® Fitness Program. We want older adults to know that a lifestyle change can happen at any age. Our members recognize that they can have fun while meeting people and doing something that benefits their health.” Mary Swanson, Founder, SilverSneakers® Fitness Program“The fitness centers selected for the [SilverSneakers®] network are carefully screened to ensure you are provided with a safe and friendly environment. Some of the criteria for selection include location, quality (including the variety and quality of programs and equipment), excellent customer service, and accessibility.” www.silversneakers.comAdult SponsorsThank you to our Adult Sponsors: | ||||||||||||
