Walk with Ease is a 6-week walking program that is welcome to anyone and everyone. No matter if you need relief from arthritis pain or just want to be active, the Arthritis Foundation’s Walk With Ease program can teach you how to safely make physical activity part of your everyday life. The program includes a guidebook and a walking schedule to get you safely moving toward better health. Studies by the Thurston Arthritis Research Center and the Institute on Aging of the University of North Carolina show that Walk With Ease is proven to:  

  • Reduce the pain and discomfort of arthritis  
  • Increase balance, strength and walking pace  
  • Build confidence in your ability to be physically active  Improve overall health

Cost: Free

Class will meet at the Henry County MU Extension Center. We will be walking outdoors, and locations may differ with discussions throughout class. 

Class Dates:

  • April 14 
  • April 16 
  • April 18 
  • April 21 
  • April 23 
  • April 25 
  • April 28 
  • April 30 
  • May 2 
  • May 4 
  • May 6 
  • May 9 
  • May 12 
  • May 14 
  • May 16 
  • May 19 
  • May 21 
  • May 23 

For any questions or assistance registering, please contact Lynnlee Parrott at 660-885-5556 ext. 0225.

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A senior woman walking with her dog