Programs And Services

Research shows that exercise is an essential tool in managing your arthritis. Regular, moderate exercise offers a host of benefits to people with arthritis. With Arthritis Foundation programs, you can strengthen muscles, improve flexibility, boost your mood and increase self-confidence. Taught by nationally certified instructors, the Arthritis Foundation’s Life Improvement Series empowers people with arthritis through aquatic, exercise and self-help programs that are proven to increase mobility, reduce pain and stiffness, and physician visits.

To see the list of all classes currently being offered click here, or contact us at 1-800-933-7023 for more information.

In addition, the Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi Program® is designed to improve the quality of life for people with arthritis using Sun style Tai Chi, one of the four major recognized styles of Tai Chi. This style includes agile steps and exercises that may improve mobility, breathing and relaxation.

To see the list of all classes currently being offered click here, or contact us at 1-800-933-7023 for more information.

Offering Programs

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

Upcoming Training: Tai Chi I

Registration Closes: April 9, 2010
Training Dates & Times:
• Friday, 4/23/10 - 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
• Saturday, 4/24/10 – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Location: Hughston Health & Wellness – Columbus, Georgia
Fees: $225; Renewing instructors may participate for $100.00.
(Directions and other workshop details will be provided with complete registration applications.)
For more information, contact Shari Alexander at 678.237.4462

Certification Requirements

Download a Workshop Application today!

Resources

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. 

Data Collection Forms - FAQs

Programs Class Listing