A Science-Backed Wellness Partnership Designed for Active Aging
The Stayton at Museum Way is launching a new wellness experience for residents through a collaboration with Cooper Wellness Strategies, part of the renowned Cooper Aerobics organization. This partnership brings more than five decades of research-based health expertise directly into The Stayton’s on-site fitness center — introducing a robust, resident-focused approach to active aging.
For residents of The Stayton, this means convenient access to professional guidance, thoughtfully designed fitness programming, and wellness initiatives rooted in evidence-based practice.
Tyler Cooper, MD, MPH, President and CEO of Cooper Aerobics, shared the vision for the collaboration:
“We are pleased to partner with Buckner Retirement Services on two of its seven retirement communities, bringing more than 55 years of research and science-based findings to The Stayton residents,” said Tyler Cooper, MD, MPH, President and Chief Executive Officer of Cooper Aerobics. “Our Cooper Wellness Strategies team is proud to provide programming for their residents, to encourage active aging and improve the quality and quantity of their lives.”
What Residents Can Expect: Personalized, Engaging Wellness Programs
An on-site team of Cooper staff will manage the daily operations of The Stayton’s wellness center and deliver customized fitness services tailored to residents’ health goals.
Residents will have access to:
Comprehensive health and fitness assessments
- Baseline measurements
• Personalized goal setting
• Progress tracking
A full calendar of group classes and activities
- Live, instructor-led group exercise classes
• Recreational activities
• Community-wide fitness challenges
Cooper Quest™ Wellness Engagement Program
A structured, resident-focused series that supports long-term engagement and healthy habits.
Optional add-on services
- Personal training
• Small-group training
• Virtual fitness options
• Heart-rate training systems
• Educational lectures from Cooper Aerobics experts
This integrated approach ensures residents have multiple pathways to stay active, motivated, and connected.
Building on a Proven Partnership
The Stayton partnership expands Cooper Aerobics’ existing relationship with Buckner Retirement Services. Since 2019, Cooper has managed wellness programming at Ventana by Buckner, Dallas’s only Life Care community. The established success of the VentanaFIT model — grounded in up-to-date exercise science — sets the stage for a strong launch at The Stayton.
Ken Robbins, Senior Vice President of Buckner Retirement Services, noted:
“This collaboration brings together two groups who are dedicated to creating vibrant lifestyles for active adults. Our goal is to provide the best in holistic wellness for residents, and there’s no better provider to help make that happen than Cooper Aerobics.”
“Buckner is fully committed to the quality of life at The Stayton, investing in wellness and fitness programming with Cooper Aerobics, a new dining experience, and an aesthetic upgrade for the community for the first time since opening. These new, fresh partnerships demonstrate our commitment to our residents who call the community home.”
Why This Matters for Residents at The Stayton
As Fort Worth’s only high-rise Life Care community, The Stayton’s goal has always been to pair sophisticated living with meaningful well-being. This partnership strengthens that mission by offering residents:
- Convenient access to nationally recognized wellness expertise
- Programming tailored for longevity and quality of life
- A consistent, research-driven approach to healthy living
- Supportive guidance from trained fitness professionals
It is an investment in the everyday experience of residents — one that enhances independence, confidence, and overall vitality.
About Cooper Aerobics
The Cooper brand is the epitome of healthy living, inspiring millions to make good health a habit, living longer, healthier and more productive lives through its array of services and products. Cooper Aerobics in Dallas serves as the headquarters for six health and wellness companies, founded in 1970 by Kenneth H. Cooper, MD, MPH, now under the leadership of President and CEO Tyler C. Cooper, MD, MPH.
Cooper Aerobics is the health and wellness resource that bases its recommendations on its world-leading body of data and expertise, helping people improve their quality and quantity of life. Since 1995, Cooper Wellness Strategies has helped build healthier communities across the United States by providing its services to medical and commercial fitness centers and residential and senior living communities. With research-backed programs, expert guidance and science-driven medical fitness assessments in the CooperFit™ test, Cooper empowers individuals to live longer, healthier lives.
About The Stayton at Museum Way
Located in the heart of the arts district, The Stayton at Museum Way by Buckner is Fort Worth’s only Life Care community. The Stayton offers the full continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, memory care, long-term care and rehabilitation. The Stayton at Museum Way by Buckner is owned and operated by Buckner Retirement Services, one of the largest senior living providers in Texas, part of faith-based nonprofit Buckner International, which has served children, families and seniors across Texas and internationally for 145 years. For more information, visit thestayton.com.
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