AL Fitness

 

Older Adults Programs

PROGRAM LISTINGS

Scroll down to see what's on offer and register online! If you have any questions, please reach out to Lance Letain, by emailing lance@dakotacc.com or by calling (204) 254-1010 ext 217.

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FITNESS PROGRAMS

Looking for 55+ fitness classes like Chair Yoga, Zumba Gold, Barre, and Simple Pilates? They're now all available as part of our Group Fitness Program.

 Walking Group (Thursdays)

Walking is a popular, accessible and low impact activity that promotes a wide range of health benefits. Join our new DCC Walking Group guided by an Active Aging Manitoba trained leader. Stay active while meeting new friends! All ability levels are welcome.

Dates: Every Thursday
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Instructor: Active Aging Manitoba Trained Leader
Cost: No cost during outdoor walks. When using Fitness Centre Track: Non-Fitness Centre Pass Holders $8.57 + GST / Fitness Centre Pass Holders Free

Pre-registration is not required.
Look for our Volunteer Walking Leader who will be wearing a red vest.

July 4: Kings Park (near U of M) 198 Kings Dr - Meet in second (larger) parking lot
July 11: Henteleff Park-Meeting in Parking Lot 
July 18: Bike path to St Anne’s Rd and back - Meet at Dakota Fieldhouse doors
July 25: Bois des Esprit - Meet at No Frills parking lot at St Anne’s Rd
August 1: Meet at St Vital Park @ Duck Pond
August 8: Meet at Sobeys 1500 Dakota - Walk along paths along man made lakes
August 15: Bike path to St Anne’s Rd and back - Meet at Dakota Fieldhouse doors
August 22: Kings Park (near U of M) - Meet in second (larger) parking lot.
August 29: Bois Des Esprit - Meet at No Frills parking lot at St Anne’s Rd
September 5: Meet at St Vital Park @ Duck Pond
September 12: Meet at Sobeys 1500 Dakota- Walk along paths along man made lakes
September 19: Henteleff Park - Meeting in parking lot.

 

LUNGtivity

A low intensity exercise and learning program for individuals living with lung disease (C.O.P.D.). Goals are to reduce feelings of breathlessness during daily activities, remain independent as long as possible, and feel supported with lung disease self-management.

Future Dates TBD

 

Floor Curling 

Floor curling is a modified version of curling played indoors on any smooth surface. Stay active, have fun, and learn a new skill. We provide the equipment and no experience is necessary. 

Future Dates TBD

 

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TECHNOLOGY & YOU CLASSES

Stay ahead of the game with the latest technology tips and tricks. You'll learn how to safely use your device and connect with friends and family.

Please check back later for future classes.

 

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WELLNESS CLASSES

You're never too young to learn something new! Check out some of our programs below.

Tai Chi (Thursdays)

Level 1 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 facilitate the flow of vital qi through the body. Emphasis will be placed on alignment to develop strong balance and posture.

Future Dates TBD

 

Level 2 Tai Chi

Level 2 Tai Chi is a class for intermediate students who have completed Level 1 Tai Chi or have some prior experience in Tai Chi. You will also practice the 6 forms that you learned in Level 1 Tai Chi and review the basic principles and techniques. The main goal of Level 2 Tai Chi is to feel the movement of internal energy or qi in your body and to make it flow smoothly and harmoniously with each movement. You will also improve your strength, balance, flexibility, and coordination. Level 2 Tai Chi is suitable for anyone who wants to deepen their understanding and practice of Tai Chi and to experience its health and wellness benefits

Future Dates TBD

 

Painting (Mondays Thursdays)

Acrylic Painting Beginner 

For learners just starting or people wanting more experience with acrylics. Upon completion you will have fundamental skills needed to create your own works of art.

Future Dates TBD

 

Acrylic Painting Intermediate/Novice

Explore new styles and techniques of painting. Impressionism, Cubism, Pop Art and Expressionism. For anyone that has taken a painting class. Learners and people wanting more experience with acrylics are welcome.

Future Dates TBD

 

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SPEAKER SERIES

Empowering Seniors

No Programs Scheduled

 

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DROP-IN PROGRAMS

Our drop-in programming will offer relaxing card games or line dancing classes. Whether you want to relax or get a little active, there's something for everyone, plus you'll get to meet some great people!

Line Dancing - Absolute Beginner (Wednesdays)

Absolute Beginner (Wednesdays) 

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.  

Future Dates TBD


Beginner Plus (Tuesdays) 

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.

Future Dates TBD


Improver / Intermediate (Wednesdays) 

This course is designed for experienced line dancers with a solid knowledge of steps and terminology. Choreography will be more complex introducing some interesting step combinations, syncopations, timing variations and styling. Expect multiple turns, tags & restarts. This class will appeal to those ready to challenge their line dance skills and who want to learn the newest dances as well as re-visit some of the classics still being danced.

Future Dates TBD

 

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