Anthem rates may be higher than other options in your area, but it is worth noting that the customer also gets a Free SilverSneakers Gym membership with every policy.
The SilverSneakers fitness program, offered at no additional cost to seniors on eligible Medicare plans, helps you get active and connect with others. It includes live online fitness classes, on-demand videos, and access to thousands of gyms across the country.
YMCA & other gyms are averaging more than $30 a month in member fees, so even if the policy is $20 more than a competitor offering, the customer is still in a better position choosing Anthem if they want the gym access.
How Does SilverSneakers Work?
Once you have enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan that includes SilverSneakers, you can go to the SilverSneakers website to sign up. On the SilverSneakers portal, you can access your 16-digit ID number, attend SilverSneakers LIVE classes online, view SilverSneakers On-Demand videos and read health and wellness articles. Or bring your 16-digit ID number into one of the thousands of SilverSneakers locations nationwide to get started on your fitness journey.
SilverSneakers And The FLEX Community Program
If you’re enrolled in SilverSneakers, you also have access to FLEX Community workout classes. FLEX Community classes are held at community centers, parks and more or online by local instructors. It includes more than 80 types of classes, such as yoga, tai chi, Zumba®, and more. FLEX Community classes also feature professional instructors who understand what it takes to stay fit after 65.
