MURFREESBORO, Tenn. -- The VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System (TVHS) invites Veterans 65 and older to participate in Gerofit, a new fitness program featuring activities such as tai chi and line dancing as well as strength, balance, and flexibility training. Sessions take place Monday, Tuesday and Thursday afternoons at the TVHS Alvin C. York campus in Murfreesboro (3400 Lebanon Pike Murfreesboro, TN 37129).

The goal of the free Gerofit program is to create a fun way for Veterans in this age group to meet new friends and achieve wellness goals.

Veterans who are enrolled in VA care can sign up by contacting their primary care team. Veterans who are not yet enrolled can call 1-800-228-4973 to determine their eligibility.