The Stronger Together Health Fair is a completely FREE community event focused on strength, longevity, and connection
Building Strength, Community, and Longevity
Annandale Fire Department
7128 Columbia Pike
Saturday, May 16
8:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Wellness is how you live each day, not each year
About the Event
The Stronger Together Health Fair is a free, community‑focused wellness event designed to help people get stronger, live longer, and stay connected. Attendees can explore a variety of local health and wellness vendors, meet specialists, and receive free on‑site services, screenings, and resources that support long‑term health — all with no registration required.
Because when our community shows up for one another, we truly become stronger together.
For those who want a deeper, hands‑on experience, we are thrilled to announce our partnership with MovementX. Their expert Physical therapists will be on-site leading our hands-on longevity movement assessments. A guided, practical way to understand your current physical baseline and where to focus next. This optional activity includes:
Trainer‑led workout sessions
Longevity movement assessments guided by licensed physical therapists
Personalized insights tailored to your goals
Fully scalable programming for every fitness level
Vendors
Purpose Driven
Participants receive a Longevity Scorecard to better understand their health.
Community Driven
Bring a friend or make new ones who are committed to their health in a welcoming environment.
Expert Guidance
You’ll receive coaching from the top physical therapists and personal trainers in the area.
Research Backed
The movement assessments performed are strongly linked to long term vitality and health-span.
THE EXPERIENCE
Two Phases.
One Morning.
You'll rotate through two distinct, complementary experiences — both coached, both designed around your long-term health, both built for every fitness level.
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Longevity Assessments
Guided screenings measuring markers closely linked to long-term health. Your physical therapist reviews your results in person and explains what they mean for your future.
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Coached Movement Circuit
A functional fitness circuit supervised by certified coaches. Every movement is scalable — the focus is intentional movement and progress, not extreme intensity.
COMMUNITY PARTNERS
Interested in Sponsoring
Stronger Together?
We partner with organizations aligned with longevity science, preventative health, and community wellness. Visit the sponsor page to learn about opportunities.
LONGEVITY SCREENING
Markers That Actually Matter
You’ll rotate through guided screenings that assess foundational markers of long-term health, including:
Grip Strength: A reliable predictor of overall muscle health, cardiovascular risk, and functional independence.
Sit-to-Stand: Measures lower body functional strength — linked to fall prevention and daily mobility.
Single-Leg Balance: Assesses stability and neurological function — markers that decline with age if untrained.
Movement Patterns: Screens for compensations and restrictions that can lead to injury over time.
Age-Based Benchmarks: Contextualizes your results against evidence-based standards for your age group.
These measures are closely linked to long-term vitality, fall prevention, muscle preservation, and overall quality of life. Our coaches will help you interpret what your results mean — and where to focus next.
MOVEMENT CIRCUIT
Built to Move You Forward
Treadmill Walk / Run: Cardio at your pace
Rowing: Full-body, low-impact endurance
Sled Push & Pull: Functional power and drive
Kettlebell Deadlifts: Posterior chain and hip strength
Lunges: Single-leg stability and strength
Agility Ladder: Coordination and reactive speed
Med Ball Slams: Power and coordination
Functional Burpees: Total-body strength, mobility, and conditioning
Coach Guided: Every station supervised for safety and form
All movements are fully scalable. Every participant finds their level, fully supported by their coach throughout.
IS THIS FOR YOU?
You Belong Here.
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Ready to Age Strong
Stay capable and independent for decades.
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Curious About Benchmarks
Real data on where you stand today.
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Returning to Movement
Easing back in — at any level.
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Fitness Enthusiasts
A longevity lens on your practice.
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Community Seekers
Growth with like-minded people.
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Anyone Ready to Invest in Their Health
A meaningful step toward your health.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
Thriving requires more than physical fitness. It requires community, consistency, and the courage to show up for yourself.
Connection Wellness is built on the belief that long-term vitality comes through evidence-informed practices, sustainable habits, and genuine human connection. This event brings those principles into one guided morning.
EVENT DETAILS
Everything You Need to Know
Event Info
Date: Saturday, May 16, 2025
Time: 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Description: Community Health Fair
Hosted By: Connection Wellness Center & MovementX
Where to Park: On-Site Parking Lot
What to Bring: Workout clothes, sneakers, water bottle
Location
Venue: Annandale Volunteer Fire Department
Address: 7128 Columbia Pike Annandale, VA 22003
FAQ
Your Questions,
Answered
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Absolutely. All exercises are fully scalable and coached by certified professionals. Whether you haven't worked out in years or train regularly, everything adapts to your current level. No prior fitness experience is needed.
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Comfortable workout clothing, athletic sneakers, and a water bottle. All equipment, assessments, and coaching are provided for you on the day.
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Yes — and we encourage it. Indicate your partner's name on the registration form and we'll do our best to place you in the same small group.
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Yes. A coach walks you through your results in person, explains what each marker means for your long-term health, and offers guidance on where to focus going forward.
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Please reach out to Connection Wellness directly if you need to adjust your registration. We'll do our best to accommodate in advance of the event.