Adult Lifestyle Programs
For all class times and locations, click individual registration links below.
El Rio HealthBuilders offer education and wellness classes for El Rio patients and employees. Learn to better manage diabetes, stress or how to reduce fall risk. Explore weight management program options. Enjoy the support of a group as you practice strategies to build a healthy lifestyle for yourself or for the whole family.
Adult Lifestyle Programs

Learn to manage concerns about falls in this 8-class series that includes strength-building exercises, strategies for increasing confidence and risk awareness.

Class Time: 2 hours, 1 time per week
Length of Program: 4 weeks
Class Type: In-person
Languages: Offered in English and Spanish

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Learn about and practice ways to improve brain health in this 8-week program. Have fun with art therapy, exercise, stress management, and healthy nutrition, while socializing in a group setting.

Class Time: 1.5 hours, 2 times per week
Length of Program: 8 weeks
Class Type: In-person
Languages: Offered in English

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Manage shortness of breath and increase function in this 8-week class that includes breathing exercises and a mild exercise program. Each 45-minute class includes breathing instruction as well as guided exercise to build strength, walking endurance, and confidence while sitting in and standing beside a chair.

Class Time: 45 minutes, 2 times per week
Length of Program: 8 weeks
Class Type: In-person
Languages: Offered in English

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Just like in the 80s! Choreographed dance routines to fun music for a cardio workout. Supportive athletic shoes required, but headband, metallic tights, and leg warmers not necessary!

Class Time: 1 hour, 2 times per week
Length of Program: 8 weeks
Class Type: In-person
Languages: Offered in English

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A 6-class series for those newly diagnosed with diabetes or those needing supporting managing their diabetes.  Sessions include education and group activities to help with lifestyle changes to improve health.

Class Time: 2 hours, 1 time per week
Length of Program: 6 weeks
Class Type: In-person
Languages: Offered in both English and Spanish

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Learn to create happiness for yourself and those around you in this 7-week program. Grow your resilience, tune in to what really matters in life, and connect with people around you. Each week includes discussion, group support, snacks, and gentle movement.

Class Time: 2 hours, 1 time per week
Length of Program: 7 weeks
Class Type: In-person
Languages: Offered in English

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A 6-month series supporting those with prediabetes to cut risk of progressing to type 2 diabetes. Learn about modest lifestyle changes like nutrition, how mild exercise can help control sugars, and nonjudgemental group support.

Class Time: 1 hour, 1 time per week
Length of Program: 16 weeks
Class Type: In-person
Languages: Offered in English

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Learn proper use of gym equipment, correct form and receive a personalized strength and cardio plan, all guided by a certified personal trainer.  This program is designed to get you comfortable with and confident working out on your own. Note: children under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult.

Class Time: 1 hour, 2 times per week
Length of Program: 8 Weeks, offered year-round with a summer break
Class Type: In-person
Requirement: Must be an El Rio patient or family member of El Rio employee
Languages: Offered in both English and Spanish

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Choose from options that include weight loss medications, dietician appointments, and classes that help you with everyday thoughts and actions. Class topics include building habits, handling stress, nutrition, getting stronger, and having more energy.

If you have questions, email us at weightmanagementclinic@elrio.org.

Class Time: 1.5 hours, 1 time per week
Length of Program: 4-week sessions with rotating topics
Class Type: In-person or virtual sessions available
Requirement: Must be an El Rio patient with a BMI greater than 30, or with BMI greater than 27 and a condition related to your weight
Languages: Offered in both English and Spanish

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Join one of El Rio’s International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC) for a 90-minute virtual class covering all you need to know to get breastfeeding off to a great start.  Take this class at any point during your pregnancy or early post-partum.

Class Time: 1.5 hours
Length of Program: 1 session
Class Type: Virtual
Languages: Offered in English

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