Empower: Supported Gym Programs (Access All Abilities)
Yarra Leisure’s Empower and Empower+ programs are inclusive, supported gym programs designed to help people of all abilities improve their health, fitness, confidence and independence through regular physical activity.
Empower is designed for people living with chronic health conditions or those requiring minimal support to participate in exercise. Participants follow an individualised gym program with guidance from qualified instructors in a welcoming and supportive environment.
Empower+ provides higher-level support for people with disability who would benefit from additional assistance during exercise. Participants work towards their strength, fitness and wellbeing goals with support from gym instructors and their carer or support person.
Both programs focus on improving strength, balance, mobility and confidence while creating opportunities for social connection and community participation. Importantly, carers and support persons receive free access when supporting a participant, regardless of whether they are a family member, friend, volunteer or paid support worker.
To learn more about Empower and Empower+, or to discuss which program may be right for you, please contact the Yarra Leisure team or visit our website for more information.
Learn more: Access All Abilities – Empower | Yarra City Council