Osteofit

Welcome to OSTEOFIT, a BC Women's Hospital & Health Centre program!

OSTEOFIT is a unique program offering safe exercise and education for those with osteoporosis and osteopenia and those at risk of falling. It is specially designed by clinical experts for those who require a gentle strength, balance, and coordination program.

Our goal is to improve your ability to do day-to-day activities, increase confidence and independence, and improve your quality of life while reducing the risk of falls and fractures.

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OSTEOWALK

FOR FITNESS AND HEALTHY BONES 

Osteofit - strengthening bones and reducing the risk of falls one step at a time!

On Sunday May 31,  10-11am, a FREE public walking event is being held at several local community recreation centres around the province. The event is organized by BC Women’s Hospital & Health Centre’s Osteofit Program to launch a walking version of the popular Osteofit classes.

The one hour instructor-led session will explore effective research-based techniques in walking for bone health. Stretches will be taught and a discussion on how to choose appropriate foot wear is also included. Everyone welcome and all levels of ability can be accommodated. Wear appropriate supportive shoes, bring a water bottle and dress for the weather.

Walk locations:

SUNDAY MAY 31, 10-11:00AM

Vancouver

  • Brock House
    3875 Point Grey Road
  • Riley Park Community Centre
    50 East 30 Avenue
  • Steeves Manor
    1985 Wallace Street

Delta

  • Kennedy Seniors Recreation Centre
    11760- 88 Ave.
    North Delta
  • Ladner Leisure Centre
    4600 Clarence Taylor Crescent
  • Mc Kee Seniors Recreation Centre
    5155 - 47 Avenue
    Ladner
  • Winskill Aquatic & Fitness centre
    5575 -9 Ave
    Tsawwassen

Kamloops

  • ProActive Fitness
    #1 - 2770 10 Avenue N E
    Salmon Arm

 Pender Island

  • Mieke Truijen Physiotherapy Clinic
    3720 Rum Road

 Courtenay

  • Comox Valley Air Park

 Nanaimo

  • Oliver Woods Recreation Centre
    6000 Oliver Woods

 Victoria

  • George Pearkes Recreation Centre
    3100 Tillicum Road
1. Participants
Everything you need to know about this life-changing program from how the program works to where to find classes.
2. Health Care Professionals
Find out how this research-based program can become an integral part of your patients’ health and wellness.
3. Community Programmers
This frequently requested program will enhance your facility programming. Find out how you can implement Osteofit at your centre.
4. Instructors
Learn how to become a registered instructor of this rewarding program. Find out when and where the next Osteofit training courses are being offered.