Get Active and Connected in Your Language
Choose to Move is offered in several languages. Each program is delivered in the group’s language by an activity coach who speaks it.
Punjabi, Mandarin, and Cantonese programs are fully translated and culturally adapted. We provide all materials in the program language, and the content reflects the culture and experiences of the communities they serve.
Choose to Move is also offered in other languages, including Spanish, Farsi (Persian), Dari, and Arabic. These programs are delivered in the group’s language and include culturally relevant examples and movement breaks. Some materials are in English.
What is Choose to Move?
Choose to Move is a free physical activity program for adults 55 and older who want support to become and stay more active.
It is not a traditional fitness class. Instead, you choose activities that suit your interests, abilities, and everyday life. An activity coach helps you set goals, make a plan, and find ways to make physical activity part of your routine.
You’ll also have opportunities to connect with other participants, share successes and challenges, and learn about healthy, active living.
Find a Program in Your Language
Choose to Move programs are offered at different times and in different communities across British Columbia. Not every language is available at all times.
What Can I Expect?
A program in your language
Your activity coach delivers the program in the language of the group.
Support to become more active
Your coach helps you think about your goals and find ways to be more active that make sense for you.
Activities you choose
Choose to Move is not a fitness class, and there is no single workout for everyone. You choose activities that you enjoy and are able to do.
Connection with others
You’ll meet other participants who are also working toward becoming more active. You can share experiences, successes, and challenges along the way.
Relevant examples and activities
Activity coaches use examples and movement breaks that are relevant to the community taking part.
Choose to Move Has Been Delivered in Several Languages
Over the years, Choose to Move has been delivered in:
· Arabic | العربية
· Cantonese | 廣東話
· Dari | دری
· English
· Farsi (Persian) | فارسی
· Mandarin | 普通话
· Punjabi | ਪੰਜਾਬੀ
· Spanish | Español
Program availability changes depending on the community and time of year. See Current Programs above to find out what is available now.