Feeling Fit Club is a functional fitness program for older adults developed by San Diego County's Aging & Independence Services and SDSU exercise scientists. The program aims to improve strength, balance, endurance, and flexibility while fostering social connection. Classes meet 2–3 times weekly and include adaptable exercises for various abilities, done seated or standing. A 2016 study in the Journal of Applied Gerontology showed significant fitness gains among participants. Since then, the program has expanded using DVDs, guides, and instructor trainings to support new sites and coordinators.
Target Audience: Older adults of all abilities
Health Outcomes:
- Improved physical function
- Improved exercise self-efficacy
- Maintained ability to complete activities of daily living
Delivered By: 1 Certified Fitness Instructor
Training: 18 hours total: 2 hour on-demand webinar and 2 full day in-person training sessions.
Program Type: Group
Format: In-Person at Home, In-Person in Community, Remote (Virtual Programming/In-home)
Length: Weekly for one hour, two or three times per week on an ongoing basis.
PARTICIPANT TESTIMONIAL: “The Feeling Fit Club has helped me gain strength, balance and coordination. I can do things I wasn't able to do before. I have learned the correct way to use dumbbells, bands, and more. I have learned to strengthen my core and breathing… Everyone that attends sees an improvement. Everyone is grateful for this program.”
Professional Required: Yes
Accessibility adaptations available: Yes
Cultural adaptations available: Yes
Available in languages other than English: Yes
Topic(s):
- Physical Activity
- Falls Prevention
Contact: HealthierLiving.HHSA@sdcounty.ca.gov
Additional resources:
- Learn more about Feeling Fit Club
