Balance, Tai Chi, Yoga, Nia, Strength Classes for Seniors

Even a short dance break can get the heart pumping and the body moving. It encourages us to shift our weight, change direction, coordinate our arms and legs, and respond to rhythm. These are all abilities that become increasingly important as we age.

Ten years ago, Villages of Santa Fe began with a simple idea: help older adults stay active, connected, and independent.

Falls are rarely caused by a single factor; they most often result from a combination of medical conditions, medication side effects, environmental hazards, and changes in strength or balance.

How can rural communities build the local capacity needed to sustain evidence-based fall prevention and healthy aging programs utilizing local resources?

Choose one or two habits to focus on each week. Small, consistent changes are more likely to become lifelong habits than trying to change everything at once.