Physical activity need not be vigorous to improve health, according to the latest Surgeon General's Report. Physical activity at a moderate level improves your mood and sense of well-being. It gives you more energy and helps control weight. It improves balance and bone and muscle strength, preventing falls and fractures. It helps you live longer independently.

There are lots of ways to be physically active in Skagit County. The list below is packed with information to help you find out what is available in your area. To update or add a listing call Liz McNett Crowl at 360-428-2331 or e-mail lcrowl@skagitvalleyhospital.org.

Aquatics
Baseball
Basketball
Bicycling
Bowling
Cheerleading
Clubs
Community Facilities
Dance
Educational Organizations
Fencing
Fitness Facilities and Programs
Football
Golf
Gymnastics
Hospital Programs
Inclusion/Special Needs
Karate/Martial Arts
Parks And Recreation
Senior Centers
Skating
Soccer
Softball
Sport Facilities
Tennis
Volleyball
Walking And Running
Water Sports
Yoga And Tai Chi

Fitness Facilities and Programs
Organization: ALSO SEE LISTINGS UNDER COMMUNITY FACILITIES
Organization: Bayside Fitness
Contact: Shereen Jurdi
Address: 8212 South March's Point Road, Anacortes 98221
Phone: 360-293-0123
Fax: 360-293-1254
Activities: Facilities for families and adults
Cardio and resistance machines, free weights
Group Fitness Classes: Aerobics, Spinning, Pilates, Yoga, Moms in Motion
Personal training
Website: http://www.baysidefitness.com
Email: shereennj@hotmail.com
Organization: Curves for Women - Anacortes
Contact: Deb Albright
Address: 812 Commercial Avenue, Anacortes 98221
Phone: 360-293-9977
Activities: 30-minute circuit training program for women.
Website: http://www.curves.com
Organization: Curves for Women - Burlington
Contact: Karen Sherman
Address: 208 Fashion Way, Burlington 98233
Phone: 360-707-2150
Activities: 30-minute circuit training program for women
Website: http://www.curves.com
Organization: Curves for Women - Mount Vernon
Contact: General Manager
Address: 403 South 1st Street, Mount Vernon 98273
Phone: 360-336-3365
Activities: 30-minute circuit training program for women
Website: http://www.curves.com
Email: mvcurves@verizon.net
Organization: Curves for Women - Sedro-Woolley
Contact: Debbie Wood, Owner/Manager
Address: 903 Metcalf Street, Suite A, Sedro-Woolley 98284
Phone: 360-855-2292
Activities: Complete workout that includes total body strength training and cardio
Website: http://www.curves.com
Organization: Enliven Body Works
Contact: Kinsey Youngquist
Address: 121 South Spruce, Burlington WA
Phone: 260-230-1349
Activities: Offering private Yoga and personal training sessions.
Email: www.ghyoga.net
Organization: Mt. Baker Crossfit
Contact: Skip Chase
Address: 1100 Roosevelt Avenue, Suite C & D, Mount Vernon
Phone: 360-661-1393
Activities: Offer fitness training as part of small group or individual workout with programs that focus on coaching, kids program and self-defense. Including Kettlebell and elite training for serious high school athletes.
Website: http://www.mtbakercrossfit.com
Email: mtbakercrossfit@gmail.com
Organization: Riverside Health Club
Contact: Denise Skelton and Karen Westra, Owners
Address: 2225 Riverside Drive, Mount Vernon 98273
Phone: 360-424-4200
Fax: 360-424-5890
Activities: Facilities for families and adults
Cardio and resistance machines, free weights
Lap and instructional pool
Racquetball courts: racquetball handball, wallyball
Group fitness classes: Kids Clubs, Junior Rock Hard Kids (ages 6-12), aerobics, step, kick boxing, Yoga, Pilates, weight management, older adults
Group aquatic classes: aerobics, arthritis aquatics, swim instruction
Competitive youth age group swimming
Tai Chi from the Arthritis Foundation
Website: www.riversidehealthclub.com
Email: denise@riversidehealthclub.com
Organization: Riverside Health Club - Eastside
Contact: Denise Skelton, Owner
Address: 632 Sunset Park Drive, Suite 500, Sedro-Woolley 98284
Phone: 360-854-9285
Fax: 360-854-0505
Activities: Fitness facility for famillies and adults
Cardio equipment, resistance machines, free weights
Group fitness classes: Yoga, step, aerobics, older adults
Personal training
Website: www.riversidehealthclub.com
Email: denise@riversidehealthclub.com
Organization: Thrive Community Fitness
Contact: Ricky Seaton
Address: 1609 R Avenue, Anacortes 98221
Phone: 360-299-2180
Activities: * Fitness facility for adults
* Cardio and resistance machines, free weights
* Group Fitness Classes: aerobics, Yoga
* Saunas
Website: http://www.thrivecf.com
Email: RickyS@thrivecf.com
Organization: Urban Fitness
Contact: General Manager
Address: 525 East College Way, Mount Vernon 98273
Phone: 360-848-1616
Activities: Fitness facility for ages 12 & up
Cardio and resistance machines, free weights
Group fitness classes: Yoga, kick boxing, step classes, cycling
Personal training
Website: www.urbanfitnessclubs.com
Organization: WellFit NW
Contact: Julie Hodges
Phone: 360-299-2999
Activities: Personal training studio by appointment. Senior citizens classes upon request.
Email: wellfit@yahoo.com