La educación física adaptada

Cañada College 's Adaptive Physical Education is the process of individualizing and adapting a fitness program to each student's needs and interests. The classes provide opportunities for all students to learn and practice specific exercises and techniques that will allow them to improve their level of health, mobility, independence, and quality of life. Incorporated into all classes are enjoyable, positive experiences to enhance self-image and social interaction.

Any adult with a health impairment or disabling condition, such as post-stroke, arthritis, diabetes, etc., is eligible to participate in the Program. The instructor designs an exercise program for each participant, based upon the assessment and their physician's recommendations. The students are required to set long and short term goals, and to make measurable progress toward these goals.

All of the components of a fitness program are taught, including the basic principles of warm-up/cool-down exercises, cardiovascular fitness, flexibility/range-of-motion, strength training, correct posture and body mechanics, balance, coordination, basic nutrition guidelines, and breathing and stress reduction techniques. Available equipment includes treadmills, stationary bicycles, NuSteps, weights, and much more

Cañada's Adaptive P.E. Program offers classes at the Community Wellness Center located at 711 Nevada Street in Redwood City , CA .

Your own Individualized Exercise Program is developed based on personal assessment and your physician's recommendations.

Fitness programs and equipment are adapted to your specific needs.

You will learn specific exercises and techniques to help improve your level of physical functioning and independence.

All fitness program components are taught including cardiovascular fitness, strength training, flexibility, range-of-motion, and body-fat composition.

Emphasis is placed upon correct posture, body mechanics, and proper breathing techniques.

For further information, call Cañada's Adaptive P.E. Office at (650) 306-3473.

Join us for some exercise and fun amongst friends in a nurturing environment. We have something for everyone at all fitness levels!

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