MARQUETTE — The Upper Peninsula Commission for Area Progress will offer the Arthritis Foundation’s Walk With Ease program online for six weeks starting in late May.

Whether you need relief from arthritis pain or just want to be more active to improve overall health, this self-guided walking program provides online class support to help participants stay motivated and build confidence while learning to safely increase physical activity.

The six-week online course is designed with older adults in mind, but participants of all ages can benefit from walking. Those who can be on their feet for 10 minutes without increased pain can have success with Walk With Ease.

Online classes will be 2 to 3 p.m. Eastern time on Wednesdays starting next week through June 30.

This online class is free, but a computer, tablet or smartphone with internet connection and email address is needed to participate.

To register, go to www.upcap.org or call 211 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday for assistance.