Stepping On™
Stepping On is an evidence-based workshop meeting once per week for seven weeks, two hours per week, with a reunion class three months later. The class is led by trained leaders who work with you and your classmates to help improve your balance and reduce your risk of falling by reviewing medications, exploring the role of vision and falls, teaching strength and balance exercises, and offering help to improve your safety at home. Members of the class support each other’s efforts to take action to prevent falls. Older adults who may have balance problems or fear of falling are the best fit for this class. According to studies, people who complete Stepping On classes see a 31% reduction in falls. A Stepping On workshop costs $35 for the seven week session and includes the reunion class.
An additional 15-30 minutes will be added to the first class of the workshop series to complete paperwork (surveys and data collection).
For research on Stepping on from the CDC, click here.
Available Workshops:
IN-PERSON – Verona Senior Center
108 Paoli St., Verona
Mondays, September 12 – October 24 from 9:00am – 11:00am
To register, contact the Verona Senior Center at 608-845-7471
Cost: $35 for workshop series
IN-PERSON – Our Lady Queen of Peace
401 S. Owen Dr., Madison
Mondays, October 17 – November 28 from 9:30am – 11:30am
To register, contact Our Lady Queen of Peace at 608-231-4600.
Cost: $35 for workshop series
IN-PERSON – DeForest Area Community & Senior Center
515 N. Main St., DeForest
Mondays, October 17 – November 28 from 12:00pm – 2:00pm
To register, contact the DeForest Area Community & Senior Center at 608-846-9469.
Cost: $35 for workshop series
IN-PERSON – Harbor Athletic Club
2529 Allen Blvd., Middleton
Fridays, October 21 – December 9 (skipping Nov. 25) from 10:30am – 12:30pm
To register, contact Harbor Athletic Club at 608-831-6500.
Cost: $35 for workshop series
Tai Chi Fundamentals™
Available Classes:
Madison Senior Center –
Participants encouraged to take Goodman Community Center’s Virtual Tai Chi Class (call 608-241-1574 for information)
Goodman Community Center: Tai Chi Fundamental Form –
Please call Goodman Community Center for information about virtual Tai Chi (608) 241-1574
Madison School and Community Recreation (MSCR): Tai Chi-Multiple Styles
Contact MSCR for program guide and information about Goodman Rotary 50+ Classes: 608-204-3023
