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McMaster University

Department of Kinesiology at McMaster University, Physical Activity Centre of Excellence
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Record #: HAM0946 Last Modified: 07 Feb 2013 Last Full Update: 07 Feb 2013
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Older Adult CategoriesCommunity Health - Rehab & Therapy ; COMMUNITY HEALTH (ALL) ; RECREATION & LEISURE (ALL) ; RL - Fitness Centres/Programs
Location, Telephone & Internet
Address & Map
Ivor Wynne Centre McMaster University
1280 Main St W, Rm A204
Hamilton, ON L8S 4L8
 
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Located In CommunityHamilton West
Major IntersectionUniversity Ave and Sterling St
WardWard 1
Office Phone905-525-9140 ext 24877
E-Mailwinegard@mcmaster.ca
Websitewww.mcmaster.ca
Contact Information
Primary ContactKaren Winegard, Program Coordinator; Phone: ext 24877; Fax: 905-525-7629; Email: winegard@mcmaster.ca
Description & Services
DescriptionThe Physical Activity Centre of Excellence at McMaster University is home to three service programs: the MacSenior Exercise and Wellness Program, the McMaster Cardiac Rehabilitation Program, and the MacWheeler Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation Program. All three programs are supervised by trained staff and facilitated by undergraduate and graduate students in the Department of Kinesiology. 
 
* McMaster Senior Exercise and Wellness Program - This structured exercise program is designed for individuals 60 to 80 years of age. The twice-weekly sessions include a variety of endurance and strength-training activities designed to meet the needs and fitness levels of each individual. 
 
* McMaster Cardiac Rehabilitation Program - This structured and individualized program is designed to meet the exercise rehabilitation needs of cardiac patients. The twice-weekly sessions include a variety of endurance and strength-training activities designed to meet the needs and fitness levels of each individual patient. 
 
* MacWheeler Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation Program - This twice-weekly exercise rehabilitation program is for adults with a spinal cord injury. MacWheeler participants are prescribed an exercise program incorporating both strength and endurance activities based on individual needs and capabilities.
Areas ServedHamilton (City of)
BoundariesThe City of Hamilton including Ancaster, Dundas, Flamborough, Glanbrook, Hamilton and Stoney Creek
FeesNone
LanguagesEnglish
Other Details
AccessibilityFully Accessible
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Service CategoriesCardiac Rehabilitation ; Kinesiotherapy ~ Older Adults ; Medically Monitored Physical Fitness ; Spinal Cord Rehabilitation