Where Movement Becomes Community
The flagship movement and engagement program of ActiveLiving360 — transforming traditional exercise into an engaging, social, and brain-healthy experience.
Created by wellness innovator Joanna Gustafson, SMARTWalk Clubs™ combines movement, music, brain engagement, motivation, and community to create experiences that participants genuinely enjoy and look forward to. Built upon Joanna's innovative NeuroStep System™, SMARTWalk Clubs supports our mission of empowering healthier, happier, and more connected lives.
Movement is about more than exercise
When movement becomes enjoyable, social, and meaningful, people participate more consistently and experience greater benefits. Our programs help participants move their bodies, engage their minds, and connect with others — all at the same time.
Better physical health
Greater cognitive engagement
Increased confidence
More social connection
Improved emotional wellbeing
Stronger communities
Greater joy and purpose
Whole-person wellness
An innovative approach to whole-person wellness
SMARTWalk Clubs is built around Joanna Gustafson's proprietary NeuroStep System™ — integrating five powerful elements into every experience.
Physical Movement
Walking, stepping, coordination, balance, and mobility.
Brain Engagement
Cognitive challenges, memory activities, attention exercises, and dual-task experiences.
Music & Rhythm
Music-driven experiences that increase participation, enjoyment, and motivation.
Social Connection
Group participation, encouragement, friendship, and community building.
Fun & Motivation
Creating experiences that participants anticipate and enjoy.
What participants experience
Participants may see improvements across every dimension of wellbeing.
Physical Wellness
- Walking endurance
- Mobility
- Balance
- Coordination
- Strength
- Energy levels
Cognitive Wellness
- Attention
- Memory engagement
- Focus
- Processing skills
- Mental stimulation
Emotional Wellbeing
- Confidence
- Motivation
- Happiness
- Stress reduction
- Sense of accomplishment
Social Connection
- Community participation
- Friendships
- Group engagement
- Belonging
- Shared experiences
Built for the places people gather
Accessible, inclusive, and enjoyable for individuals with a wide range of abilities and experience levels.
Active adult communities
Independent living
Assisted living
Memory care programs
Senior centers
Wellness organizations
Community organizations
Healthcare settings
More than walking
Unlike traditional walking programs, SMARTWalk Clubs creates immersive experiences that combine eight powerful ingredients.
Supported by ActiveLiving Central™
Our wellness platform enhances the SMARTWalk Clubs experience and supports long-term participation with measurable outcomes.
- Member portals
- Wellness tracking
- Challenges & gamification
- Achievement badges
- Community engagement
- Educational resources
- Events and activities
- Activity director tools
- Analytics and reporting
Gamification
Events
Education
Analytics
Part of the ActiveLiving360 Ecosystem
SMARTWalk Clubs serves as the movement pillar of ActiveLiving360 alongside our family of programs.
Common questions about SMARTWalk Clubs
Everything you need to know about how SMARTWalk Clubs works, who it serves, and what to expect.
How It Works
Who It's For
Session Structure
What to Expect
Bring SMARTWalk Clubs to your community
Empower individuals and communities to thrive through Movement • Wellness • Connection.