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

Cost: Free (thanks to multiple grant funding sources)

Registration: Registration is required. Due to HIPAA documentation, online registration is not available. Please register in person or contact the number noted for each class site listed below. You do not need to be a Y member to register. 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

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

  • Schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 1-2PM
    • Ongoing registration is available with classes continuing through September 30, 2025
  • Class Size: Limited to 25 participants
  • Register at Mililani YMCA

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

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

  • Schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 12-1PM
    • Ongoing registration is available with classes continuing through September 30, 2025
  • Class Size: Limited to 25 participants
  • Register at Leeward YMCA

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

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

  • Schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:30-11:30AM
    • Ongoing registration is available with classes continuing through September 30, 2025
  • Class Size: Limited to 25 participants
  • 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 registration is available with classes continuing through September 30, 2025
  • Class Size: Limited to 25 participants
  • Register at Windward YMCA

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

**NEW LOCATION, Register Now!**
Kawaiaha‘o Church, Queen Lili‘uokalani Room: 957 Punchbowl St, Honolulu, HI 96813

  • Schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
    • Important Info: Fitness testing will be held on Wednesday, March 26 from 12-1:30pm at Kawaiaha’o Church. Classes start on Fri, March 28. Ongoing registration is available with classes continuing through September 30, 2025
  • Class Size: Limited to 25 participants
  • Register at Kaimuki YMCA

For more information, call Kaimuki Y at (808) 737-5544 or contact [email protected].

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

  • Schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
    • Ongoing registration is available with classes continuing indefinitely. 
  • Class Size: Limited to 25 participants
    • 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
    • 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

For more information or to register, call Pearl City Community Church at (808) 455-4148.

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!