In this lesson you will learn what SilverSneakers is, who it benefits, and how it benefits them.
- Focus on how you represent SilverSneakers in your role as an instructor.
- Think about how members benefit from having access to SilverSneakers and your expertise.
- Answer the 2 questions on this lesson in the unit study guide.
Welcome to the SilverSneakers fitness program. As an instructor, you will touch the hearts and lives of each participant you meet. In addition to providing valuable social support, your expertise in leading a safe and effective class will help your participants improve their health, happiness, and quality of life.
The SilverSneakers fitness program is unique. We work together with health plan clients, eligible older-adult members, and a network of locations to create everyday opportunities for long-lasting health and vitality. SilverSneakers is a free fitness program for older adults that is helping millions of boomers and beyond defy the odds, shatter stereotypes and answer every challenge with, “I can do this!”
SilverSneakers provides many opportunities for older adults to improve their health and well-being. From digital programming to instructor-led classes, we are committed to providing the program innovations needed to make a positive impact. It’s more than a fitness class, it’s a lifestyle. With SilverSneakers, everyone wins!
Let’s take a look at how SilverSneakers makes a positive impact.
For the Member
Eligible health plan members, normally adults 65 years of age or older and other individuals declared Medicare-eligible, receive unlimited access to thousands of fitness facilities and community locations nationwide. In some locations, these members will also receive access to you through our specifically designed class experience. Members love the accessibility, quality and engagement opportunities that SilverSneakers provides. The benefits to the member include improvement in health, social support, and an improved sense of well-being.
For the Health Plan Partner
SilverSneakers Fitness Program provides a universal fitness benefit for managed care organizations’ Medicare members through an exclusive network of contracted locations and approved class-only sites. This prevention-based approach to fitness helps reduce the barriers to participation in physical activity programming. Health plans ensure they are supporting their members with a benefit that improves health, reduces doctor’s visits and, in turn, reduces health care costs.
For Locations
Whether you’re working within a partnering location or serving our members through an independent class site, SilverSneakers eligibility expands your target audience. With more members to serve, you can develop your skill and schedule to be adaptable to a wide range of fitness abilities and skills. SilverSneakers is great for business.