About Exercise and Falls Prevention
Circle of Care offers free online and in-person group exercise classes, as well as falls prevention class series, for seniors living in the community. Funded by Ontario Health atHome and led by trained fitness professionals, these classes help improve mobility, reduce pain, enhance balance, and build strength. They also provide a welcoming opportunity to socialize and build new friendships while staying active.
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Eligibility & Fees
Eligibility
You must be 65 or older to participate in this program.
If you do not meet this requirement, please contact mrobinson@circleofcare.com to see if an exception may be possible.
Fees
This program is offered free of charge to participants.
Our Programs
Group Exercise Classes
- Class Length: 45 minutes
- Locations: Offered in buildings throughout North York. Some classes are restricted only to building tenants while others are open to the community.
- To Register: Please contact our Exercise & Falls Prevention Supervisor at 416-358-4152 or email mrobinson@circleofcare.com to register and find out specific days and times of classes.
12-Week Falls Prevention Class Series
This series combines exercise and educational components designed to help seniors reduce their risk of falls. Individuals are assessed at the beginning and end of the program.
- Class Length: 2 sessions per week for 12-weeks, for 1 hour each (24 classes in total)
- Locations: Offered in the GTA to groups of seniors in buildings with an exercise room or suitable shared space.
- Participant Requirements: There must be a minimum of 10 tenants signed up for this program to take place.
- Program Contact: Call our Falls Prevention Coordinator at 647-638-3864 or email edavis@circleofcare.com
Online Exercise Classes
- Class Length: 45 minutes
- Location: Online on ZOOM
- Description: Classes are offered on a regular weekly schedule and are open to adults 65+ from anywhere in Ontario.
- Registration: You only need to sign up once, and you can take part in any or all online exercise classes.
Online Class Schedule
You will receive ZOOM login information for all of the classes after you are registered. You can register for classes here.
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:15 – 10:00am Muscle Activation & Cardio With Svetlana
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9:15 – 10:00am Heart and Core With Noa |
9:15 – 10:00am Low Impact Exercise With Emerson |
9:15 – 10:00am Low Impact Exercise With Fran |
9:15 – 10:00am Muscle Activation & Cardio With Svetlana |
| 10:30 – 11:15am Vitality Blend With Noa |
10:30 – 11:15am Weights and Stretching With Svetlana |
10:30 – 11:15am Vitality Blend With Noa |
10:30 – 11:15am ChairFit Combat With Noa |
10:30 – 11:15am Muscle Activation & Cardio With Svetlana |
| 11:45am – 12:30pm Chair Zumba With Noa |
11:45am – 12:30pm Low Impact Exercise With Fran |
11:45am – 12:30pm Chair Zumba With Noa |
11:45am – 12:30pm Low Impact Exercise With Fran |
11:45am – 12:30pm Falls Prevention Seminars (last Friday of each month) With Eboné |
| 1:00 – 1:45 pm Stretch and Strength With Noa |
1:00 – 1:45 pm Muscle Activation & Cardio With Svetlana |
1:00 – 1:45 pm Stretch and Strength With Noa |
1:00 – 1:45 pm Strong on Your Feet With Noa |
Online Class Descriptions
Muscle Activation with Svetlana
Monday 9:15am; Tuesday 1:00pm; Friday 9:15am; Friday 10:30am
A gentle, chair-based class focused on mind-muscle connection, proper form, and stability. Slow, controlled movements help participants learn how to activate muscles safely, improve body awareness, and build a strong foundation for everyday movement.
Equipment: sturdy chair without armrests, water to drink
Vitality Blend with Noa
Monday 10:30am; Wednesday 10:30am
A balanced hybrid workout combining strength and cardio, with a focus on functional movement. Includes mobility and stability work. Programming varies to support overall strength, balance, and everyday movement.
Equipment: hand weights (dumbbells or soup cans), resistance band (ideally one light and one medium), sturdy chair without armrests, water to drink
Chair Zumba with Noa
Monday 11:45am; Wednesday 11:45am
A fun, music-based seated cardio class that’s easy on the joints and accessible for all levels. Move to the music and enjoy an uplifting workout from your chair.
Equipment: sturdy chair without armrests, water to drink
Stretch & Strength with Noa
Monday 1:00pm; Wednesday 1:00pm
A slower-paced class focused on strength, mobility, and stability. No cardio—just controlled movement to improve flexibility, posture, and muscle tone.
Equipment: hand weights (dumbbells or soup cans), resistance band (ideally one light and one medium), sturdy chair without armrests, water to drink
Heart & Core with Noa
Tuesday 9:15am
A low-impact class combining cardio and core work, with added mobility and stability to support balance and posture.
Equipment: water to drink, sturdy chair without armrests
Weights and Stretching with Svetlana
Tuesday 10:30am
An easy-to-follow class that blends light resistance training with full-body stretching. Strength exercises help maintain muscle and bone health, while stretching supports flexibility and relaxation. A great option for participants who enjoy a classic workout format.
Equipment: hand weights (dumbbells or soup cans), resistance band (ideally one light and one medium), sturdy chair without armrests, water to drink
Low Impact Exercise with Fran
Tuesday 11:45am; Thursday 9:15am; Thursday 11:45am
A gentle, mostly chair-based low-impact cardio class designed to keep the body moving without stress on the joints. This class focuses on simple strength and cardio patterns performed at a manageable pace. Movements are adaptable and can be performed seated, with options to stand if comfortable.
Equipment: sturdy chair without armrests, water to drink
Low Impact Exercise with Emerson
Wednesday 9:15am
A gentle, mostly chair-based low-impact cardio class designed to keep the body moving without stress on the joints. This class focuses on simple strength and cardio patterns performed at a manageable pace.
Movements are adaptable and can be performed seated, with options to stand if comfortable.
Equipment: sturdy chair without armrests, water to drink
ChairFit Combat with Noa
Thursday 10:30am
A chair-based cardio kickboxing class set to music. Energizing, empowering, and joint-friendly, with a focus on cardiovascular fitness and coordination. Includes mobility and stability.
Equipment: water to drink, sturdy chair without armrests
Strong on Your Feet with Noa
Thursday 1:00pm
Stay upright, strong, and resilient. This fully standing, music-based class builds cardiovascular endurance, balance, bone density, and strength through low-impact rhythmic movement and resistance band training, ending with a stretch. A chair is available for support at all times.
Equipment: hand weights (dumbbells or soup cans), resistance band (ideally one light and one medium), sturdy chair without armrests, water to drink
