Wellness Groups

Hope through Rehabilitation & Research

Fit For Life

In a supportive group setting participants perform a variety of exercises for strengthening, flexibility, endurance and balance. For more information please call (914) 597-2805.

Fit-4-Life After Stroke
For post-Cerebrovascular Accident patients (CVA) who do not require ongoing physician-prescribed physical therapy or occupational therapy. The program is stratified into levels to help meet the different functional needs of participants.

Fee: $234 for a three month membership.

Fit-4-Life Parkinson's
For individuals with Parkinson’s disease who do not require ongoing physician-prescribed physical therapy or occupational therapy. A caregiver may be required to be present during the class.

Fee: $156 for a three month membership.

Fit-4-Life COPD
For individuals with pulmonary disease who do not require ongoing physician-prescribed physical therapy or occupational therapy, or pulmonary rehabilitation.  A pulse oximeter is available for clients to check their blood oxygen levels. A caregiver may be required to be present during the class.

Fee: $156 for a three month membership.

Fit-4-Life Strength and Conditioning
For individuals with orthopedic or neurological conditions who do not require ongoing physician-prescribed physical therapy or occupational therapy, and want to continue with a structured community based exercise program.  Participants should be able to independently transfer and walk with or without an assistive device. A caregiver may be required to be present during the class.

Fee: $234 for three month membership; $156 for twice a week class.

The Burke
Fitness Challenge

For individuals with neurologic impairments or people using wheelchairs, the Burke Fitness Challenge provides an individualized exercise program to maintain or improve cardiovascular and muscular stamina. Membership includes 2-3 orientation sessions with a trained professional to help build the appropriate exercise program and determine which equipment is beneficial for use. A staff member will always be present to help answer any questions, and progress members upon request. The program takes place in the Outpatient Physical Therapy department.

Fees:

  • Month to month memberships: 
    • $70 per month (6 month membership)
    • $60 per month (12 month membership)
  • Paid in Full memberships: 
    • 6 months: $399
    • 12 Months: $648

For more information on the Burke Fitness Challenge, please contact Barrie Westreich at
(914) 597-2122 or BWestreich@burke.org.