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At Avera McKennan we believe in a holistic approach, meaning we are Caring for the Body, Caring for the Mind and Caring for the Spirit.

We offer a number of classes, events and services all designed to help you achieve a healthy lifestyle. At our facilities, you will find dedicated professionals who are here to help you meet your health goals, from losing weight or increasing physical activity to helping your family eat right and preventing and managing disease.

  • Housecalls
    Listen to our online weekly health information show where hosts Deb Soholt and Jim Woster interview health professionals on a variety of topics
  • Nutritional Living
    View nutrition facts, recipes and tips to help improve your diet and health
  • Fitness Information
    Tips for fitness and injury prevention as well as information about our fitness facilities and programs
  • Quit Smoking
    See how smoking and tobacco use affect your health and learn about the South Dakota QuitLine
  • Managing Stress
    Learn about causes, effects and symptoms of stress and how to relax effectively
  • 55+ Health
    See information about our senior outreach services and learn about Alzheimer's Disease and tips to improve your memory
  • PrestigePLUS
    Learn how to gain membership to this program for those +55 and the benefits it offers

You can learn about times, dates and locations for classes and events related to healthy living by using our Online Calendar!

Related Calendar Events

Breast Cancer Awareness Event
Thursday, October 30, 2008, 6:30PM to 8:00PM
Community Room
This class or event is free
This class or event is open.

Car Seat Class
Thursday, December 4, 2008, 7:00PM to 9:00PM
Avera McKennan Education Center Classroom 2
$15.00
This class or event is open, with 29 spaces available.

Cesarean Section Class
Monday, October 20, 2008, 7:00PM to 8:30PM
Avera McKennan Education Center Classroom 2
$15.00
This class or event is open, with 20 spaces available.

Cesarean Section Class
Wednesday, December 17, 2008, 7:00PM to 8:30PM
Avera McKennan Education Center Classroom 1
$15.00
This class or event is open, with 20 spaces available.

Fertility Care Introductory Class
Tuesday, October 14, 2008, 7:00PM to 8:00PM
Avera McKennan Fitness Center
This class or event is free
This class or event is open.

Fertility Care Introductory Class
Tuesday, November 11, 2008, 7:00PM to 8:00PM
Avera McKennan Fitness Center
This class or event is free
This class or event is open.

Fertility Care Introductory Class
Tuesday, December 9, 2008, 7:00PM to 8:00PM
Avera McKennan Fitness Center
This class or event is free
This class or event is open.

Grandparents Class
Monday, November 3, 2008, 7:00PM to 8:30PM
Avera McKennan Education Center Classroom 2
$15.00
This class or event is open, with 5 spaces available.

Hip and Knee Pain / Osteoarthritis
Thursday, May 7, 2009, 2:00PM to 3:00PM
Avera McKennan Education Center Classroom 1
This class or event is free
This class or event is open, with 30 spaces available.

Hip and Knee Pain / Osteoarthritis
Thursday, June 11, 2009, 2:00PM to 3:00PM
Avera McKennan Education Center Classroom 2
This class or event is free
This class or event is open, with 30 spaces available.