Keep your mind sharp, have fun, and satisfy your need for a little friendly competition by joining us for some Cribbage, Whist, or other card games. We serve hot coffee each week so drop in and try your hand at some cards.

There are lots of activities to participate in. Try out as many as you'd like with your Active Living for Older Adults membership. To participate in these activities, you will need to buy a 10-session pass for $30.
 

Please click here to purchase your $15 membership as well as your $30 Activity Card. 

$15 Membership (Paid yearly to remain active): Is effective from September 1, 2020 - August 31, 2021.
This membership is for seniors (55+) that goes to fund senior program administrative costs.

$30 Activity Card: A 10-class pass valid for floor shuffle, floor curling, line dancing and card games (when available)
* Requries active $15 Membership (see above for details)
 

Call us with any questions at (204) 254-1010 ext 217. Join today!

Line Dancing

Join in for a morning of fun and dance! Learn the steps and take part in our annual June Bug event!

Line Dancing Program Information

High Beginner - Improver Line Dancing (Tuesday) Some previous experience necessary.  Dancers are expected to know the basic steps.  Dances and choreography are a little more difficult, and music may be faster with more connecting steps.  Dances may increase in length, complexity and tempo. Dates: September 15 - May 11, 2021 *No class on December 22nd and 29th, 2020 Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Location: Sportsplex Gymnasium Instructor: Helen Lacoste Cost: 1 Pass. Purchase $30 Activity Card (Includes 10 passes) * Reserve your spot 2 weeks in advance.

Absolute Beginner Line Dancing (Wednesday) This class introduces basic steps in short sequences of easy patterns and rhythms in the simplest way possible.  There will be lots of repetition.  If you have never line danced before or just started last year, this class is for you.  Basic skills, easy choreography, easy dances. FUN for all. Participants dance to any music with a good beat.  Dates: September 23 - May 12, 2021 *No class September 30th, November 11th,December 23rd and December 30th, 2020 Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Location: Sportsplex Great Hall (2nd Floor) Instructor: Lynn Johnstone Cost: 1 Pass. Purchase $30 Activity Card (Includes 10 passes) * Reserve your spot 2 weeks in advance.

Floor Curling

Floor curling is fun and beneficial. It helps promote flexibility, increased range of motion, and circulation.
Forget heavy rocks and slippery ice - this game is played in the gymnasium and the equipment is light-weight and easy to handle.

Floor Shuffle

Floor Shuffle is a game in which players use cues to push weighted discs, sending them gliding down a narrow court, with the attempt of having them stop within a targeted scoring area. Floor Shuffle is a great activity for all mobility types and is a great team activity. We are always looking for new players to join so feel free to drop in or give us a call.

We offer easy-to-access fitness classes to live your best life. 

Aerobic Chair Yoga

This class incorporates yoga poses, breathing excercises, and restorative movements while gently raising and lowering the heart rate through interval yoga excerices and yoga poses. While the class activities will be both seated and standing, take note that the chair will be used more as a prop when needed rather than the focus of the class. This class is open to older adults who are looking for more of a workout that focuses on strength and endurance building over time.

Barre [NEW]

A perfect mix of Ballet, Modern Dance and Fitness. A full body workout that improves your posture, flexibility and strengthening without bulging muscles. Great music included; no TUTU required! Bare feet, sticky socks or dance shoes suggested.

Beginner Pilates [NEW]

A great program to strengthen your core, improve body awareness and prevent back injuries. Please bring your own mat, a block or beach towel and a stretchy band 6-7 feet long. Bare feet or socks.

Chair Pilates [NEW]

For participants that need the benefits of Pilates Method, but can't lay on a mat. Please bring a stretchy band, 6-7 feet long, a cushion or beach towel. Bare feet or socks.

Chair Yoga

Ease pain and tension in your body brought on overtime by everyday stess and use. This class will focus on breathing, balance, flexibility and range of motion.

Continuing Pilates [NEW]

This class builds on fundamental Pilates movements to take your routine to the next level. Please bring your own mat, a block or beach towel and a stretchy band 6-7 feet long. Bare feet or socks. 

Growing Stronger

Growing Stronger is a strength and balance class that will help your regain muscle and keep it strong. This program is ideal for those wishing to improve their strength, cardio and balance. Strong muscles, bones and better balance will help make your more mobile and less likely to fall.

Let's Move! Let's Dance! [NEW]

A fusion of Latin and international music and rhythms such as Cha cha cha, Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia, Disco etc. Great way to burn calories, improve coordination and balance. Please bring dance or indoor shoes or runners with smooth soles.

Minds in Motion

Minds in Motion® is a two-hour weekly fitness and social program for people living with early to moderate symptoms of dementia to enjoy with a family member or friend. Participants engage in gentle exercises followed by fun activities that stimulate your brain. COVID-19 protocols are in place as your safety is our top priority.

Minds in Motion Program Information
Tuesday Class Dates: October 13 - December 1, 2020 Time: 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Location: Sportsplex Gymnasium Cost: $65 per participant pair (plus GST)

PACE (People with Arthritis Can Excercise) [NEW]

A program developed by the Arthritis Society for people with different types of Arthritis or related conditions, such as Fibromyalgia or restricted mobility. Gentle movements to improve balance, strength and flexibility to help you move easier in daily activities. Please bring a 6-7 foot stretchy band and soft squeezable little balls.

Tai Chi

Explore and deepen your health and wellness through the gentle and restorative practices of qigong and taijiquan from the Yang family lineage of tai chi. Each class will include a full-body warm-up to loosen the joint systems and relax, stretch and strengthen the muscles and tendons to faciliate the flow of vital qi through the body. Emphasis will be placed on alignment to develop strong balance and posture.

Zumba Gold

This class introduces easy to follow Zumba moves at a lower intensity that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination. Come ready to sweat and prepared to leave empowered and feeling strong!

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Facts & Snacks

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, snacks/lunch will not be served during these sessions. We do however encourage you to bring your own snacks or lunch to enjoy during the presentation.

Join us for a facts and snacks session of "To Fall or not to Fall." Participants will learn about the science behind most common types of falls and how to prevent them, whether you are at home or out in public. Learn easy practice techniques you can try on your own.