SAIL: Stay Active and Independent for Life

Stay Active and Independent for Life (SAIL) is an evidence-based exercise program developed by the Washington State Department of Health for adults 65 and older. Performing intentional exercises that improve strength, balance, and fitness is the single most important activity that adults can do to stay active and reduce their chances of falling. SAIL activities are focused on reducing unnecessary injury by helping to improve strength and balance, if done regularly.

Classes are offered virtually through Zoom so Island County residents can experience live exercise sessions with certified instructors from the convenience of their homes.

In-person fitness assessments are required for new participants and are scheduled to take place the second week of every month at the Race Road Fire Station (or Bayview Road ambulance depot) with Robert May, lead paramedic for WhidbeyHealth Emergency Medical Services. This is followed by a brief Zoom meeting with the SAIL instructors on the 3rd Tuesday of the month to on-board participants to the process of using Zoom for SAIL. All new eligible participants who attend the physical assessment and online on-boarding event can start class during the first week of the month, if their completed paperwork is received. Students can be enrolled in either the 12-1pm class on Tuesdays and Thursdays OR the 1:15-2:15pm class on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Contact Robert May to learn more about our free online SAIL classes.

Instructors: Sarah Birger and Daunne Zinger