Getting an active routine Gyms and gym impact-local perspective George W. Griffith B. Eng ACSM Managing Director Surfside Wellness Centre
Apr 01, 2015
Getting an active routineGyms and gym impact-local perspective
George W. Griffith B. Eng ACSMManaging Director
Surfside Wellness Centre
Fitness is funDrums Alive demonstration by Surfside Wellness Team
The Health and Fitness Industry in Barbados
Loosely definedLack of an association/councilNo data re: penetration levels or
demographicsImpact of social and/or cultural tendencies
unclear
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The Surfside Experience
Average member is 37yo68% female and 32% maleCost of membership $1600BDSEmphasis on peer supported programsIntegration and retention systems for the
‘other 85%’
12 hour Row for Charity
Roles and potential roles
Health promotionProviding safe, accessible sites for physical
activityProviding trained, certified professionals Providing environments which are equipped
to deal with potential emergencies or untoward events
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However
The message from other health care professionals is often less than encouraging
Cost is prohibitive to a large section of the community
Attitudes, perceptions and previous experiences may be a barrier
Lack of education w.r.t modern day facilities may also be a barrier
Sagicor Run for Life WeekendFitness and Fun for the Whole Family
The Way ForwardEstablish standards and guidelines through
local associationEducate and/or expose other health
professionals to the experience of a health clubActively include health clubs in all physical
activity promotionGather information as to the cultural barriers
that exist Reduce cost to the end user through tax
benefits/insurance claims etc.
Thanks for your attentionMove. Perform. Feel. Live Better