Exercise and Fitness Classes

Promote physical activity at your small business by offering on-site fitness programs, such as group classes or personal training.

The benefits of an on-site fitness program includes:

• Increased employee satisfaction and health
• Informal building of company networks
• Increased employee engagement and energy
• Building of positive company culture
• Potential reduction in overall healthcare costs
• Potential reduction in employee absences

On-site fitness programs can include:

• Having a group fitness classes led by an instructor
• Having group fitness classes following a fitness video
• Providing a dedicated room with fitness basics such as stretching mats, exercise balls, small hand weights, exercise videos, a TV, VCR or DVD player, etc.
• Walking club

Your Small Biz Action Steps

• Survey employees and find out what type of classes they want.
• Find an appropriate existing space such as a conference or meeting room.
• Partner with a local health club for fitness class ideas and for qualified instructors.  See Appendix C for more detailed information on instructor credentials.
• Purchase TV, VCR or DVD player, and fitness videos.
• Makes sure you know the potential liability issues might be. Contact your employer‘s legal department regarding participant waivers, necessary insurance, and any other liability concerns.
• If available, provide shower facilities for employees who want to bicycle/run to work or exercise over the  lunch hour.
• Provide bike racks or other bike storage facilities.

Get Started Today!

You CAN control healthcare costs for you and your employees with practical and affordable wellness tools and strategies that will ultimately help them create a lifetime of healthy habits. For more information on any our small business wellness programs or services, Contact Us today and find out we can help.

Please be aware that any information on this site is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.