Since 2010 Judy Bjornson and Susan Bock Smith with the Surefeet team have instructed more than 4800 classes to over 4300 registrants at several different locations across the North Shore and virtually.
The primary goals of the Surefeet program are to:

Improve balance & mobility

Reduce falls

Enhance QOL, quality of life

Although it is not possible to eliminate certain risk factors known to contribute to increased fall rates such as; advancing age and disease we can positively affect many intrinsic risk factors through program planning. Surefeet group exercise classes have been designed to meet the needs of the older community dwelling adult experiencing balance & mobility issues.

                   
Classes are 55 minutes long, twice a week. Surefeet strives to help participants understand which environments should be avoided until  balance improves. In addition to increased postural competence we have seen a significant increase in confidence levels which helps to motivate participants to become more physically active on a regular basis.  

55 minute classes twice weekly consist of:

Warm Up

• To elevate the heart rate and prepare muscles and joints for activity

Skills Component

• Balance Training
• Sensory System Training
• Gait Training
• Posture Training

Educational Component

• Emphasis on the importance of regular exercise for a healthy lifestyle/to remain independent
• Basic info on how specific exercises improve movement, can reduce pain 
• Safety tips
• Take home information handouts

Cognitive Enhancement Component

• Brain health activities

Strength & Flexibility Component

• Use of Thera bands, weights, balls, own body weight

Cool Down

• Exercises to return heart rate to baseline
• Gentle stretching
• Review key teaching points

Contact:  info@surefeet.ca     

604 417 6441   or    604 401 9029