They have come home with the gold and silver medals for the past six years. The six tips for growing an over-50 fitness program were, and still are, instrumental in the success of this program. It's fun and rewarding. The biggest turn off to the over-50 age group is that people think we are only interested in shuffleboard. We are still very competitive within our age group.
All districts promote the programs and some provide facilities.
Regardless of the level of involvement by each district, the most important aspect is that they are simply involved in the program. Without participation by all of the districts, the program in Palatine may not be in existence today. Involving these seven park districts has been instrumental in the continued growth and success of the program. Providing a program for this age group is as rewarding as being an active participant.