Take Control Of Arthritis With Specialized Programming!

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Enhance®Fitness – Fall Prevention & Arthritis Management for Kupuna (60+)

Enhance®Fitness is an evidence-based, nationally recognized program designed to help older adults stay active, improve mobility, and manage arthritis symptoms. Classes focus on building strength, balance, endurance, and flexibility in a supportive and fun environment.

Certified instructor-led classes are designed to keep participants active and empowered for independent living. Exercises are safe, adaptable, suitable for all fitness levels, and can be done seated or standing.

Who is this class for?

  • Adults aged 60+
  • Individuals looking to reduce arthritis symptoms and improve endurance, strength, and flexibility
  • Those at risk for falls who want to improve balance and coordination

Program Details

  • Program Length: 16 weeks
  • Class Schedule: 60-minute classes, 3 times per week
  • Continuation: After enrolling, participants may continue attending beyond the initial 16 weeks without re-enrolling. If you choose to stop attending, please visit a YMCA Welcome Center to unenroll.
  • Eligibility:
    • YMCA members age 60+
    • Exception: Classes at Kawaiahaʻo Church are open to the general public
  • Requirements:
    • Pre- and post-program fitness assessments
    • Fully covered athletic shoes
  • Cost:
    • FREE at most locations, thanks to generous grant funding
    • Pearl City Community Church: $68/month (paid directly to the church)

Registration: Registration is required. Due to HIPAA documentation, online registration is not available. Please register in person at the location indicated below. Thanks to grant funding, all community members aged 60+ are welcome to enroll at this time. 

What to Expect in Each Class

  • Five-minute warm-up to get blood flowing to muscles
  • Twenty minutes of low-impact aerobics or walking to lively music
  • Five-minute cooldown to safely reduce heart rate
  • Twenty minutes of upper and lower body strength training using soft ankle or wrist weights
  • Ten minutes of stretching to improve flexibility
  • Balance and posture exercises integrated throughout

Register today to take control of your health!

Class Locations

YMCA Locations

Kaimuki-Waialae YMCA, 4835 Kilauea Ave, Honolulu, HI 96816

  • Schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 2:15PM - 3:15PM
    • Ongoing class. For Y members only.
  • Register at Kaimuki-Waialae Y

For more information, call the Kaimuki-Waialae Y at (808) 737-5544.

Leeward YMCA, 94-440 Mokuola St. Waipahu, HI 96797

  • Schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 12:00PM - 1:00PM
    • Ongoing class. For Y members only.
  • Register at Leeward YMCA

For more information, call the Leeward Y at (808) 671-6495.

Mililani YMCA, 95-1190 Hikikaulia St. Mililani, HI 96789

  • Schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 1:00PM - 2:00PM
    • Ongoing class. For Y members only.
  • Register at Mililani YMCA

For more information, call the Mililani Y at (808) 625-1040.

Waianae Coast YMCA, 86-71 Leihoku St. Waianae, HI 96792

  • Schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:30AM - 11:30AM
    • Ongoing class. For Y members or Kupuna Food & Fun participants only.
  • Register at Waianae Coast YMCA

For more information, call the Waianae Y at (808) 447-3802.

Windward YMCA, 1200 Kailua Rd. Kailua, HI 96734

  • Schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 11:45AM - 12:45PM
    • Ongoing class. For Y members only.
  • Register at Windward YMCA

For more information, call the Windward Y at (808) 261-0808.

Community Locations

Kawaiaha‘o Church, Queen Lili‘uokalani Room: 957 Punchbowl St, Honolulu, HI 96813

  • Schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 12:30PM – 1:30PM
    • Ongoing class, open to the public
  • Registration: Participants can enroll during business hours at Kaimuki YMCA or every Monday at Kawaiaha’o Church at 12:15PM (prior to the start of class)

For more information, call Kaimuki Y at (808) 737-5544 or contact jostlind@ymcahonolulu.org.

Pearl City Community Church: 933 Lehua Ave, Pearl City, HI 96782

  • Schedule (ongoing classes with spots available):
    • Option 1: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 11:30AM – 12:30PM
    • Option 1: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 1:00PM – 2:00PM
  • Cost: $68/month (paid directly to the church)
  • Registration: For more information or to register, contact Church Administrator, Mylene Ibera, at Mylene@pccc-hi.org or call (808) 455-4148 to register. The Y does not handle registration for these classes. 

Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention

Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention is an evidence-based program recognized by the CDC that incorporates Tai Chi principles for improving health and wellness as well as proven effective for fall prevention.  Based on Sun-style Tai Chi, it has gentle flowing movements that are easy to learn, safe and enjoyable for all levels, and can be modified to a seated position.

Y members and participants enrolled in the Kupuna Food & Fun Program have access to Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention at the Kaimuki-Waialae Y, Kalihi Y, Leeward Y, Mililani West Oahu Y, Nu‘uanu Y, and Windward Y locations!