Do you have a chronic health condition?

Strathcona County offers programs specific to managing a lifestyle that includes Parkinson’s, multiple sclerosis, 
Alzheimer's, arthritis, joint replacement and more.

These classes are designed for individuals living with chronic health conditions and who want to become more physically active or who are transitioning from a medically-supervised program. All classes are led by a certified fitness instructor promoting active living and welcoming all ability levels.

What is Next Step?

• Watch a video to learn about the Next Step Program.
• View the Next Step pamphlet (1.1 MB)

Participating in one of these programs is one way to manage a new lifestyle, keep active and meet new people who are impacted by a similar set of health-related circumstances. Programs are tailored to the varying needs in the class.

Program examples: Next Step Individual, Boxing Circuit, Minds in Motion™

Next step pass

The next step pass is $60 and is valid for 30 days after the purchase date. The pass includes access to Next Step Individual, Next Step Deep Water, Next Step Shallow Water, Pole Walking and Strength, Boxing circuit, Virtual - Stability Yoga and Stability Yoga.

To purchase a pass or to sign up for an individual class, please call 780-464-8262 or email Group.Fitness@strathcona.ca.

Remaining active is key to managing a lifestyle that includes a chronic health condition.

 You will experience the benefits of:
•  Managing pain
•  Slowing the progression of your illness
•  Improving joint function, strength and balance