Fitness pilot program expands to Langley seniors complex

Residents at Langley Seniors Village can now take part in free fitness classes with the expansion of a program through Fitness World and Retirement Concepts Senior Living.

Following the success of their initial pilot program in April 2024, the partnership is now expanding to four locations. This long-term partnership will provide free fitness classes every quarter at Rosemary Heights Seniors Village in Surrey, Langley Seniors Village, White Rock Seniors Village, and Maple Ridge Seniors Village.

Each 30-minute class focuses on low-impact, seated movements, with modifications to accommodate residents of varying mobility levels. The exercises emphasize light stretching and mobility to ensure seniors have access to a broad range of physical activities.

According to a report released by Statistics Canada, the life expectancy of Canadians is around 81 years, with heart disease remaining one of the leading causes of death. Regular physical activity plays a critical role in not only extending life expectancy but also enhancing the quality of those later years.