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Health & Fitness

Fall Wellness Programs at South Shore Health System

New session starts on October 1, 2018 and will run for the month

Fall Wellness Programs at South Shore Health System

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Please see the list of wellness programs that are offered this fall at South Shore Health System.

The new session starts on October 1, 2018 and will run for the month unless noted otherwise.

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Call (781) 624-4367 or email Jlogan@southshorehealth.org for more information.

Center for Physical Wellness Programs

51 Performance Drive, Weymouth

Entry two, 3rd Floor

Cancer Exercise Program

This class focuses on improving function, endurance, strength, and flexibility for cancer patients at any stage of treatment. Instructor is a certified cancer exercise trainer.

$20 for six visits if you are a South Shore Hospital/Dana Farber Cancer Care patient.

Mondays and Wednesdays, 11:00-11:45 a.m. $55

Core and More

This program is designed for individuals who would like the attention of a personal training visit in a group setting to strengthen muscles and improve endurance.

Mondays and Wednesdays, 4:00-5:00 p.m. or 5:00-5:45 p.m.

$60 for 1 hour class, $55 for 45 min. class.

Fit for You

Program for individuals who would like to improve their activity level, body composition, and cardiovascular endurance with the guidance of an exercise therapist.

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. $60

Functional Fitness Post-Stroke

Program for individuals who have had a stroke and want to improve function, balance, and strength.

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 12:30-1:30p.m. $60


Get Up and Go

Program for individuals looking for an inclusive, supervised exercise routine focused on improving strength, balance, and flexibility.

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:15-3:00 p.m. $55

Individual or Small Group Training

Individuals or small groups can take advantage of the clinical expertise of an exercise therapist
to improve wellness and achieve individualized goals.

$50 per 45 minute session. (Individuals) $50.00 for small groups up to 5

Please call to schedule a time.

Men’s Exercise

Circuit-based exercise program designed for men over 55 who want to increase strength, flexibility and endurance.

Mondays and Wednesdays, 3:00-4:00 p.m. Fridays, 8:00-9:00 a.m.

$60 for twice per week, $70 for three times per week.

Strengthen and Balance Program

Exercise for anyone with any form of arthritis, as well as those planning a total joint replacement, to improve flexibility, strength and balance to help control pain.

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00-11:00 a.m. $60

Yoga for Beginners and Intermediate

Yoga provides relaxation and gentle stretching to relieve stress and improve well-being. All skill levels are welcome.

Tuesdays, 4:45-5:30 p.m. $48 for six weeks

Aquatic Programs

South Shore Hospital Therapeutic Pools

55 Fogg Rd., Weymouth

Outpatient Rehabilitation Department

Aquatic Conditioning

Exercises include cardiovascular activities and strengthening exercises in the 92 degree pool. Ideal for those looking for an after work pool program.

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:30 – 7:15 p.m. $55

Arthritis Aquatic Program

Exercise for anyone with any form of arthritis. Focus is to improve flexibility and strength
and to help control pain. Class meets in the 92 degree therapeutic pool.

Mondays and Fridays, 12:00-12:45 p.m.; Tuesdays and Thursdays 12:00-1:00p.m., 2:00-3:00 p.m.; Saturdays 9:30-10:30a.m., or 10:30-11:30 a.m.

$35 for one day a week, $60 for two days a week

Cardio and Core

Improve endurance and core strength in an aquatic setting.

Fridays 11:00-12:00 p.m. $35

Senior Aquatic Conditioning

This program is for individuals over age 55 with a chronic medical condition and assists in
improving and maintaining flexibility, cardiovascular health and muscle strength.

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:00-9:00 a.m.; 9:00-10:00 a.m.; 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., 3:00-4:00 p.m. or 5:15–6:15 p.m.,

Mondays and Fridays 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

$60 for a one hour class

Flexibility in Motion

The focus of this aquatic class is to improve flexibility, strength and overall well -being. Class meets in the 92 degree therapeutic pool.

Fridays 2:00-2:45 p.m. $30

Aquatic and wellness center program

Movement and Balance Program

A gym and pool-based program that helps improve flexibility, strength and balance. Beneficial for patients with Parkinson’s, post-stroke, arthritis, and balance issues.

Mondays and Wednesdays, 2:00-3:00 p.m. (gym) and Thursdays 1:00 -2:00 p.m. (pool)

$60 for twice per week, $70 for three times per week.


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