See the CMSG Cheerleaders perform at the 2007 Fall Wellness Fair.
The CMSG Wellness Program is a collection of services and programs in the Charlotte Mecklenburg area for senior adults which serve to improve and promote healthy living. The CMSG Wellness Program includes the following, each of which is described below:
Fitness Classes - strength training and general fitness classes at area recreation centers
"Growing Stronger" - a home based strength training program
Senior Games Wellness Fair
Social Programs
If your organization would like to learn more about Senior Games and the Wellness Program, please call the Senior Games Hotline: 704-332-4020.
FITNESS CLASSES
Fitness Classes taught by professional fitness instructors are offered weekly at the following Recreation Centers. Note that the recreation membership fee is reduced for seniors attending these classes. Call these centers for more information:
First Ward 704-336-3375
Mallard Creek 704-548-8234
Tuckaseegee 704-399-4492
Southview 704-392-7452
"GROWING STRONGER" STRENGTH TRAINING FOR OLDER ADULTS
This is a program developed by Tuffs University and the Center for Disease Control. The program can be done at home. Participants will receive a self guided booklet to record goals and daily progress. Orientation to the program and booklets may be obtained through one of the senior fitness classes and other coordinating organizations. This program is aimed at keeping your current level of mobility and independence. If your group is interested in having someone introduce the program please call the CMSG Hotline: 704-332-4020.
EDUCATION
The first ever Charlotte Mecklenburg Senior Wellness Fair was held in March 2005 at the campus of University of North Carolina-Charlotte. Growing on the success of our latest health fair we are offering 2 more health fairs in the coming year. The dates and locations of these fairs will be posted on the Upcoming Events page when they are available. If you are intersted in becoming a vendor please call the CMSG Hotline at: 704-332-4020.
SOCIAL EVENTS
Various social events occur throughout the year in coordination with our programs. A few of these include: The Breakfast of Champions, Opening Ceremonies and our Talent Show. Check the Upcoming Events page when the dates become available.
