Purpose: Prior studies have shown a correlation between increased sway scores and decreased balance in older adults. This has the potential to suggest an increased fall risk for those with impaired balance. Other studies have continued to measure decreased balance through a wide variety of testing techniques that occur with aging. The purpose of this study was to see if increasing physical activity could have a beneficial effect on balance scores in a population of faculty and staff at a large public university. Methods: Nineteen adults between the ages of 28 and 65 participated in a 5 month exercise program. The program consisted of three times per week of organized exercise classes that were one hour in duration. Biodex sway scores were obtained during pre- and post-testing as an indicator of balance. Physical activity was measured through the use of a validated MOVband accelerometer that each individual wore on their wrist for the duration of the program. The MOVband used an algorithm to convert movement into miles for better analysis and understanding. Results: There was a significant (p=0.022) decrease in sway scores from pretesting (2.242) to post-testing (1.768) showing an increase in balance. Age was significantly correlated (r=0.765) with the change in sway score while controlling for miles. Pre-testing sway scores were also significantly correlated with age (0.680). Post-testing sway scores were significantly negatively correlated with miles (0.771). There was also a significant correlation between age and the change in sway score from pre- to post-testing (0.644). Conclusion: The correlation between age and pre-testing scores agrees with prior studies suggesting that as the individual ages, balance decreases. The negative correlation between post-testing sway scores and miles shows that increased physical activity has a positive effect on balance. This is also supported by the decreased sway scores from pre- to post-testing. Lastly, the correlation between age and change in sway score indicates that the older participants demonstrated an increased effect of physical activity on balance compared to the younger individuals. This continues to demonstrate the importance of physical activity in improving balance to decrease fall risk in the aging population.