The Wellness Center hosts group fitness classes throughout the week, such as TRX, yoga, Super Circuit, Step, and Pow Wow Sweat.
NACA fitness specialists serve as a community resource for physical activity, wellness and lifestyle changes. Their services are based out of the Wellness Center and are accessible to all community members. Fitness specialists also assist in the Health Promotion Diabetes Prevention Programs, such as:
The You’re In Control! Diabetes Self-Management Education (DSME) program, designed to empower people with diabetes to learn how to manage their diabetes care and treatment, according to The Association of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists’ (ADCES) seven self-care behaviors.
The Diabetes Prevention Program, designed to prevent and delay the early onset of type 2 diabetes. This proven program can help participants make modest lifestyle changes and cut their risk of type 2 diabetes by more than half.
Meet NACA’s Wellness Center Fitness Specialists:
Jordan Mockta aids in the Health Promotion Program by establishing a fitness baseline with participants and helping them build toward their personal fitness goals. Jordan utilizes science-proven programs such as the Centers for Disease Control’s Diabetes Training and Technical Assistance Center and the American College of Sports Medicine’s Guidelines for an improved Quality of Life. Jordan received his Bachelor of Science degree in health sciences from Northern Arizona University, majoring in fitness and wellness, with a minor in biology.
Madison Dreifuss received her Bachelor of Science degree in health sciences from NAU, specializing in fitness and wellness. She also is accredited through the American College of Sports Medicine as an exercise physiologist. Madison has had the opportunity to teach a variety of programs, with individuals throughout all stages of life. Her work continues alongside NACA Health Promotion Program participants with metabolic disorders, hypertension and obesity.
The Wellness Center hosts group fitness classes throughout the week, such as TRX, yoga, Super Circuit, Step, and Pow Wow Sweat. Community members can also receive personal exercise assessments and prescribed exercise sessions. Additionally, participants can join the Wellness Center team in Health Promotion annual events, such as Rejuvenation Week, Resolution Month, the Spring Into Summer Hiking Series, and the Sacred Mountain Prayer Run.
The NACA Wellness Center offers unmatched and cost-conscious rates, allowing everyone access to a healthy and active lifestyle. Competitive rates aside, no facility in the Flagstaff area compares to the fitness experts NACA has available. Grant qualified – American Indians/Alaskan Natives over the age of 18 and enrolled in a Federally Recognized Tribe, NACA Patients, and Referrals, receive 50% off services. FBN
By Brandie Franco
To learn more about the NACA Wellness Center and the classes offered, rates and membership options, call 928-773-1245 or email nacawellnesscenter@nacainc.org.
Brandie Franco is the manager of the NACA Health Promotions Program.
NACA’s Family Health Center currently offers the seasonal flu vaccine, the COVID-19 Moderna and Pfizer primary vaccines, and the COVID-19 bivalent booster. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 928-773-1245.
