The 6-Week Brain and Balance Program in Niagara Falls
Train your brain and body to stay steady, confident and independent. Each Friday, a Registered Kinesiologist teaches a new fall prevention topic, then puts it into practice with group exercises.
Save My SpotIn person in Niagara Falls. Everyone is welcome, and fun and laughter are guaranteed.
Fridays, November 6 to December 11, 2026
1:00 p.m.
Niagara Orthopaedic Institute
6387 Morrison Street, Niagara Falls
Every week includes:
- 30 minutes of in-depth fall prevention education
- 30 minutes of brain and balance group exercises
- A new topic taught and trained each week
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Fall prevention should begin before the first fall
Many families don't know where to start when they notice an aging parent becoming less steady, less active, or more hesitant around the home.
I've spent years working in the homes of older adults across Ontario and BC, and I've seen how much life changes when someone starts to feel unsteady.
Here's the good news: steadiness can be rebuilt, and the earlier you start, the easier it is. This program brings the same practical strategies our team uses with clients every week into a fun, supportive group.
Melissa Gunstone, Registered Kinesiologist and Founder of HomeStretchYou are not alone in wondering where to begin. The Public Health Agency of Canada reports that 20 to 30 percent of Canadian seniors experience one or more falls each year. The encouraging part is that strength, balance, and a few thoughtful changes around the house can shift those odds.
Over six Fridays at Niagara Orthopaedic Institute in Niagara Falls, Registered Kinesiologist Kayleigh Bush will lead a group through one new topic each week. The first 30 minutes explain why it matters for staying steady. The second 30 minutes put it into practice with exercises that challenge the brain and balance together, so you leave each session with something you can keep doing at home.
Source: Public Health Agency of Canada, Seniors' Falls in Canada, Second Report.
Six weeks of learning and movement
- Week 1 · November 6Fall Prevention 101
- Week 2 · November 13Balance and Posture
- Week 3 · November 20Core Strength and Coordination
- Week 4 · November 27Brain Health and Balance
- Week 5 · December 4Foot Strength, Grip and Power
- Week 6 · December 11Agility and Reaction Time
Every session includes 30 minutes of in-depth fall prevention education, followed by 30 minutes of group exercises that challenge the brain and balance. Fun and laughter guaranteed.
Register for the ProgramIn person at Niagara Orthopaedic Institute, 6387 Morrison Street, Niagara Falls.
This program is for:
Meet the HomeStretch team
Kayleigh Bush
Registered Kinesiologist, Niagara Region
Kayleigh leads the 6-Week Train Your Brain and Balance Program in the Niagara Region. As a Registered Kinesiologist, she guides every session from the education to the exercises, adjusting each movement so everyone can take part at a level that feels safe and still challenging.
The program is part of HomeStretch's community workshops. Between sessions, you can keep practising with our weekly brain and balance exercises.
Melissa Gunstone
Kinesiologist, Fall Prevention Coach, and Founder of HomeStretch Active Living
Melissa has worked with hundreds of older adults through in-home kinesiology, fall prevention training, rehabilitation, and community programs. She founded HomeStretch to help older adults build the strength, balance, and confidence needed to continue living safely and independently.
HomeStretch's kinesiologist-led services are available across Ontario and Metro Vancouver. The company specializes in in-home senior fitness, fall prevention and balance, mobility, pre- and post-surgical rehabilitation, and community education. Learn more about Melissa and the HomeStretch team.
Save your spot
Join us in person at Niagara Orthopaedic Institute in Niagara Falls, every Friday from November 6 to December 11, at 1:00 p.m.
- Six weekly sessions, with a new topic each week
- 30 minutes of education, then 30 minutes of group exercise
- Led by Registered Kinesiologist Kayleigh Bush
- 6387 Morrison Street, Niagara Falls
- Everyone is welcome, including family members and caregivers
"Melissa is a knowledgeable, engaging trainer who keeps sessions light and fun. We always look forward to her visits and highly recommend her for at-home training."
Fran Brinkley Google Review
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Frequently asked questions
What happens in each session?
Each session includes 30 minutes of in-depth fall prevention education, followed by 30 minutes of group exercises that challenge the brain and balance.
Where does the program take place?
In person at Niagara Orthopaedic Institute, 6387 Morrison Street, Niagara Falls, Ontario L2E 7H1. Registration is online, using the form on this page.
Is this only for older adults who have already fallen?
No. The program focuses on building strength, balance and confidence before a fall happens, and it is just as useful for anyone who has fallen before.
Can I register on behalf of a parent?
Absolutely. Everyone is welcome, and you can register a parent or family member using the form on this page. Family members and caregivers are welcome to take part too.
What will we cover each week?
Week 1 is Fall Prevention 101, Week 2 is Balance and Posture, Week 3 is Core Strength and Coordination, Week 4 is Brain Health and Balance, Week 5 is Foot Strength, Grip and Power, and Week 6 is Agility and Reaction Time.
Why should I register now?
Registration takes about 30 seconds and it lets us know to expect you. We will send you the program details before the first session on Friday, November 6.
Can I ask questions?
Yes. Kayleigh welcomes questions every week. Before the program starts, you can call 519-427-4522 or email melissa@homestretch4seniors.ca.
Strong, steady, and independent starts now
Spend six Fridays learning and practising what helps you, or someone you love, feel steadier, stronger, and more confident at home.
Fridays, November 6 to December 11, 2026 | 1:00 p.m.
Register for the 6-Week ProgramIn person at Niagara Orthopaedic Institute, Niagara Falls.
Questions? Call 519-427-4522 or email melissa@homestretch4seniors.ca