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SMART (Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together)® Exercise and Fall Prevention Classes

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Description

SMART Program

  • offers exercise classes to community members 55+ who wish to improve their strength, balance and flexibility, regardless of current physical ability
  • program can be done standing, from a chair, or using an aide
  • program is available in many Retirement Homes, community locations as well as virtually across North Simcoe and Muskoka
  • In-home SMART exercise program available in Barrie only for those who cannot leave their house, call or email for information

SMART Healthy Aging Education Series

  • 12 session program available to individuals wishing to learn strategies to maintain independence and protect/promote their health
  • classes cover a variety of topics including bone health, nutrition, medication, home safety and brain health, among others

Falls Prevention

SMART Exercise classes are designed to increase strength and balance and reduce the risk of a fall

Comments
Winter Hotline
Call-705-737-5044, ext 8093 to see if class has been cancelled due to weather
Eligibility
  • Residents of North Simcoe & Muskoka 55 yrs and older
  • Residents of Ontario Health atHome North Simcoe Muskoka catchment area
Application Process
Call 705-326-7021 for more information and to register
Documents Required
Details will be provided if required.
Office
705-326-7021
Fax
705-326-7028
Web Site
https://www.von.ca/en
Mailing Address
169 Front St S
Orillia, ON, L3V 4S8
Canada
Languages
American Sign Language, English, English, American Sign Language, Most classes are offered in English. One class, in partnership with Deaf Access Simcoe Muskoka, is taught in ASL by volunteers
Contact
Nicole Kernan, SMART Program Supervisor
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 705-737-5044, Ext 8108
Fees
None - Sponsored by Ontario Health ; Classes are free for participants.
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Copyright
Barrie Public Library, Information Barrie
Last Updated On
February 2, 2026
Last Verified On
September 11, 2025
Address
169 Front St S
Orillia, ON, L3V 4S8
Cross street: Front St S and Queen St E
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Accessibility
Fully Accessible
Hours of Operation
Class hours vary, call for more information
Service Area(s)
  • Orillia
  • Oro-Medonte
  • Ramara
  • Severn