The Ventura County Area Agency on Aging is looking for volunteers to become a peer leader or certified coach for any of the following classes:
Bingocize
This class is designed for individuals who are mildly active and have fallen or have developed a fear of falling. Participants should expect to play bingo, answer trivia questions, and participate in seated and standing exercises with the willingness to practice at home.
A Matter of Balance
This class is designed for individuals who are mildly active and have fallen or have developed a fear of falling. Participants should expect a conversation-based setting while completing beginner friendly seated and standing exercises. Exercises focus on improving balance, strength, flexibility, and self-confidence.
Walk With Ease
This class is designed for individuals who are mildly active and have fallen or developed a fear of falling. Participants should expect motivational tips on how to exercise with arthritis while working up to their daily walking goal.
Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance
This class is designed for individuals who are moderately active and fallen or developed a fear of falling. Participants should expect to participate in slow and controlled seated or standing movements. Exercises focus on improving strength, stamina, balance, and body awareness.
*PLEASE NOTE: New volunteers must enroll in a fall prevention course and attend all classes prior to becoming a peer leader or certified instructor.
