Offering Programs/Becoming a Trainer
Thank you for your interest in offering programs designed to help people take control of their arthritis. Whether you’re a current program leader or partner facility or just looking for more information on becoming one of the many leaders or partners already established, here’s where you’ll find the information on how to get involved as a leader, instructor, trainer or partner site.
Get Involved As A Partner Site
The Arthritis Foundation Life Improvement Series programs - Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program, Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program, and Arthritis Foundation Self Help Program -are proven to decrease the pain and limitations of arthritis. We also offer the Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi Program. This is a joint-safe program which has been shown to improve pain, stiffness, flexibility, strength and balance for those with mild to moderate arthritis. Developed by Dr. Paul Lam, the program contains agile steps and range of motion exercises and its movements utilize higher stances.
- Why offer the Arthritis Foundation Life Improvement Series programs
- Outcomes for our programs: Evidence that our programs work
Aquatic| Exercise| Self-Help
- Steps to offer Arthritis Foundation programs
- Responsibilities of partner facilities. Accessibility and safety are critical to the Life Improvement Series. To learn more about becoming a partner, download the co-sponsorship agreement form.
Get Involved As A Leader, Instructor or Trainer
Become a leader or instructor to plan and lead quality Arthritis Foundation classes for people with arthritis. Review the position descriptions for more information.
Aquatic | Exercise | Self-Help | Tai Chi
Join the Arthritis Foundation, Georgia Chapter to become a Certified Instructor of the Arthritis Foundation Exercise or Aquatic Program. Learn how to help others take control of their arthritis through this valuable program.
The Arthritis Foundation Exercise and Aquatic Program Instructor Trainings will provide you with the in-depth knowledge necessary to successfully lead Exercise or Aquatic Program classes. Training curriculum includes:
• Principles of exercise physiology and exercise movement or aquatic exercise
• Joint protection and safety principles
• Communication skills
• Group dynamics
Registration Closes: February 1
Training Dates & Times:
• Aquatic Program: 2/18/09 - 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
• Exercise Program: 2/19/10 – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Location: Athens YWCO – Athens, Georgia
Fees: $125; Renewing instructors may participate for $75.00.
(Directions and other workshop details will be provided with complete registration applications.)
For more information, contact Shari Alexander at 678.237.4462
Download a Workshop Application today!
Submit your completed application to:
Arthritis Foundation, Georgia Chapter2970 Peachtree Road NW, Suite 200Atlanta, GA 30305800-933-7023Resources
LEADERLINKS
Marketing Materials
Customizable marketing materials are available to promote your classes. Brochures, ads, and flyers are available for each program. To request these materials please contact us at 800-933-7023 or info.ga@arthritis.org.
Educational Materials
To request health education information specific to an individual’s needs anyone may complete the Educational Materials form and receive up to five (5) brochures at no charge. Additional information may be requested for a fee.
REVISED Data Collection Forms
The Arthritis Foundation is working in partnership with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to show how many people benefit from our programs. We rely on the quarterly reports from our partners to measure program growth and to ensure continued federal support.
In an effort to simplify the process of collecting data, our have been revised. Please use the Program Information and Participant Release forms each quarter for each program you offer.
