Bone Builders

Osteoporosis Prevention Exercise Program

What is Osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis is a “silent disease” in that many people do not know that have it until they fracture a weak or brittle bone. New York State Department of Health statistics indicates that osteoporosis affects 25% of women over age 60.

What is "Bone Builders"?

Bone Builders is an exercise program designed to help individuals maintain bone mass and build on existing bone mass to prevent or slow down osteoporosis. Trained RSVP volunteers lead weekly groups in progressive weight bearing exercises intended to reduce the incidence of osteoporosis.

Why Strength Training?

Scientific studies conducted at Tuft's University in Boston show that strength training is an effective means for the prevention of osteoporosis.

Where Are "Bone Builders" Sessions Held?

Bone Builders classes are held at various locations in Chemung County. Classes are limited based on the size of the facility. Please call RSVP for an Enrollment Packet.

Big Flats Community Center Tuesday & Thursday - 10:00 am

Big Flats Retirement Estates Tuesday & Friday – 10:00 am

Chapel Park (Pine City)
Tuesday – 5:45 pm
Thursday – 3:00 pm

Chemung Valley Senior Center (Elmira Heights) Monday – 3:30 pm

Compliments of NY (Horseheads) Wednesday – 3:30 pm

Elmira Senior Center at St. Joseph’s Thursday – 10:00 am

Erin Town Hall – Thursday – 9:00 am

First United Methodist Church (Broad St, Hhds.) Tuesday & Thursday – 9:30 am

Health Center For Women (Arnot) Monday – 10:00 am

North County Senior Ctr (Broad St School, Hhds.) Mon., Wed, Friday - 10:15 am

RSVP Office (911 Stowell St., Elmira) Wednesday – 10:00 am

West Elmira Fire Department (W. Water Street) Tuesday & Thursday – 9:30 am

How Can I Join "Bone Builders"?

Contact RSVP at 734 4161 for information and ask to have an enrollment packet sent to you.

Are There Any Special Restrictions?

In order to participate, you must register and you will be required to submit a physician's medical clearance allowing you to exercise. All necessary forms will be provided by RSVP. A nominal fee of $10 per year is requested to offset program costs.

Registration is required along with written permission from your physician.

For more information, please call the RSVP office at 734 4161.