Fitness & RecreationClogging Clogging is an American folk dance that is similar to tap dancing. Clogging is done to almost any kind of upbeat music. Country & traditional bluegrass music are the most popular. Clogging is a great form of exercise, so come out and try this form of dancing. This program runs for 10 weeks.
Dates: Tuesdays - Starts January 27 Location: West Community Room Time/Day: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm - Instructor: Sandy Nowell Fee: Members: $42.00 Non-Members: $50.00 Minimum number of students: 4 Maximum number of students: 12 Roll and Stroll Walkers Join this active group of walkers who walk each week around different parks and pathways throughout our beautiful city. Every Wednesday our walkers choose a different location to walk. Enjoy the beautiful paths of Henderson Lake, Nicholas Sheran Park, Indian Battle Park or stroll through one of the several man-made lakes we have around the city. On days that the weather does not cooperate the group will walk indoors (ie. shopping malls)
Dates: Wednesdays - Ongoing Location: Meet at Nord-Bridge Time/Day: 9:30 am to 10:30 am - Instructor: No Instructor Fee: Members: No Fee Non-Members: This program is for members only Minimum number of students: 4 Maximum number of students: 12 Keep Fit - Adapted Aerobic Class This class is geared toward a gradual and safe improvement in fitness levels. Class instruction will focus on aerobic conditioning, toning & stretching. This is a fun, safe, enjoyable effective exercise class specifically desgined for the active senior.
Dates: Tuesdays - Ongoing Location: Multi-Purpose Hall Time/Day: 10:00 am to 11:00 am - Instructor: Nancy Berlando Fee: Members: No Fee Non-Members: This program is for members only Minimum number of students: 8 Maximum number of students: 40 Fitball The Fitball program will contain a variety of exercises designed to target core strength, increasing overall balance, stability and coordination. This course will consist of a variety of activities including both individual and partnered exercises. Although the focus will be work with light weight fitness balls, accessory materials, such as personal mats & light free weights will be integrated to provide a greater variety of benefits. Individuals of all exercise experience are welcome and a variety of exercises allow for any new and interested people to drop-in at anytime. *No Class on February 18*
Dates: Wednesdays, January 28 to March 25 Location: Multi-Purpose Hall Time/Day: 9:00 am to 9:45 am - Instructor: Lindsay Gilchrist Fee: Members: $16.00 Non-Members: $20.00 Minimum number of students: 6 Maximum number of students: 16 Tai Chi for Relaxation & Health Tai Chi’s (Taijiquan) slow gentle movements exercise your whole body to promote good health and enhance a relaxed mental attitude. Fall prevention, balance, coordination, flexibility, memory recall, decreased anxiety and focused concentration are improved with practice. Many doctors recommend Tai Chi for those who require low joint impact exercise. Participants report having increased stamina for standing, better balance, digestion, sleep and brain fitness. Many have even noticed their golf swing is improved. Lynne Hunter-Johnston began her study of Taijiquan in 1987. She teaches at the University of Lethbridge and Lethbridge College, at seniors’ centers, nursing homes, private classes, and the Lethbridge Regional Hospital. Classes run on both Tuesdays and Thursdays. This class is open to beginners, novice and advanced participants.
Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays, Starts January 20 Location: West Community Room Time/Day: 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Instructor: Lynne Hunter-Johnston Fee: Members: $28.00 Non-Members: $32.00 Minimum number of students: 8 Maximum number of students: 12 Home Support Exercise Program This class will help to improve general well-being, improve overall physical & psychological health. Regular physical activity is an effective way to increase the quality of life of adults. This program will help participants gain and maintain the confidence and physical ability that they need to live independently.
Dates: Mondays, Starts January 12 Location: Multi-Purpose Hall Time/Day: 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Instructor: Harry Fischer Fee: Members: No Fee, except cost for shuttle ride Non-Members: No Fee, except cost for shuttle ride Minimum number of students: 4 Maximum number of students: 12 Yoga (Mondays) Session 1 This class offers an opportunity for students to strengthen the body/mind connection. The instructor will explore aging, anatomy, meditation, breathing and relaxation. Asanas [postures] are slow gentle movements done in an un-intimidating friendly manner. Participants are asked to wear loose clothing and bring a yoga mat. Pilates class focuses on increasing the strength of the ‘core’ muscle group. Core muscles are the abdominals, glutes, and upper legs. They are the key for stability, balance, good posture and also aid in the reduction of injuries. All Pilates classes are beginner to intermediate friendly. No Class on February 16
Dates: Mondays, Starts January 12 to February 23 Location: West Community Room Time/Day: 9:00 am to 10:00 am - Instructor: Urszula Hebert Fee: Members: $15.00 Non-Members: $20.00 Minimum number of students: 8 Maximum number of students: 12 Yoga/Pilates (Fridays) Session 1 This class offers an opportunity for students to strengthen the body/mind connection. The instructor will explore aging, anatomy, meditation, breathing and relaxation. Asanas [postures] are slow gentle movements done in an un-intimidating friendly manner. Participants are asked to wear loose clothing and bring a yoga mat. Pilates class focuses on increasing the strength of the ‘core’ muscle group. Core muscles are the abdominals, glutes, and upper legs. They are the key for stability, balance, good posture and also aid in the reduction of injuries. All Pilates classes are beginner to intermediate friendly.
Dates: Fridays, Starts January 16 to February 20 Location: West Community Room Time/Day: 9:00 am to 10:00 am - Instructor: Urszula Hebert Fee: Members: $15.00 Non-Members: $20.00 Minimum number of students: 8 Maximum number of students: 12 Yoga/Pilates (Fridays) Session 2 This class offers an opportunity for students to strengthen the body/mind connection. The instructor will explore aging, anatomy, meditation, breathing and relaxation. Asanas [postures] are slow gentle movements done in an un-intimidating friendly manner. Participants are asked to wear loose clothing and bring a yoga mat. Pilates class focuses on increasing the strength of the ‘core’ muscle group. Core muscles are the abdominals, glutes, and upper legs. They are the key for stability, balance, good posture and also aid in the reduction of injuries. All Pilates classes are beginner to intermediate friendly.
Dates: Fridays, Starts February 27 to April 3 Location: West Community Room Time/Day: 9:00 am to 10:00 am - Instructor: Urszula Hebert Fee: Members: $15.00 Non-Members: $20.00 Minimum number of students: 8 Maximum number of students: 12 Chi Kung (Tai Chi) Mondays Often called “meditation in motion” these simple, easy to do exercises will help you live your life with less stress, increased energy, improved health and wellbeing, better flexibility and balance, improved circulation and co-ordination and increased focus and concentration. Anyone, regardless of age, ability or fitness level will enjoy the benefit and flow of these simple exercises. They can be done either standing or seated.
(Session 1) January 12 to March 2
(Session 2) March 9 to April 27
(Session 3) May 4 to June 22
Dates: Mondays, See below for session start dates Location: Multi-Purpose Hall Time/Day: 8:30 am to 9:30 am - Instructor: Nancy Berlando Fee: Members: $48.00 Non-Members: $64.00 Minimum number of students: 8 Maximum number of students: 20 Chi Kung (Tai Chi) Tuesdays Often called “meditation in motion” these simple, easy to do exercises will help you live your life with less stress, increased energy, improved health and wellbeing, better flexibility and balance, improved circulation and co-ordination and increased focus and concentration. Anyone, regardless of age, ability or fitness level will enjoy the benefit and flow of these simple exercises. They can be done either standing or seated.
(Session 1) January 13 to March 3
(Session 2) March 10 to April 28
(Session 3) May 5 to June 23
Dates: Tuesdays, See below for session start dates Location: Multi-Purpose Hall Time/Day: 11:00 am to 11:30 am - Instructor: Nancy Berlando Fee: Members: $24.00 Non-Members: $32.00 Minimum number of students: 8 Maximum number of students: 20 Chi Kung (Tai Chi) Wednesdays Often called “meditation in motion” these simple, easy to do exercises will help you live your life with less stress, increased energy, improved health and wellbeing, better flexibility and balance, improved circulation and co-ordination and increased focus and concentration. Anyone, regardless of age, ability or fitness level will enjoy the benefit and flow of these simple exercises. They can be done either standing or seated.
(Session 1) January 14 to March 4
(Session 2) March 11 to April 29
(Session 3) May 6 to June 24
Dates: Wednesdays, See below for session start dates Location: Multi-Purpose Hall Time/Day: 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm - Instructor: Nancy Berlando Fee: Members: $48.00 Non-Members: $64.00 Minimum number of students: 8 Maximum number of students: 20 Social Dance Tap your toes when you hear music and feel like dancing? This class includes social dance, beginner country, basic Latin & much more! No partner is required and everyone is welcome.
Dates: Tuesdays - Ongoing Location: Multi-Purpose Hall Time/Day: 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm - Instructor: Karen Hooper Fee: Members: Monthy Registration with Instructor Non-Members: Monthly registratoin with Instructor Minimum number of students: 8 Maximum number of students: 40 Line Dancing Line Dancing is a relaxed and fun form of country and western dancing, and you don't need a partner. Also, it is excellent exercise for both body and mind. We really do dance in lines. Our group is called YUTUKNDANZ (you-too-can-dance) and everyone who dances with us is a member. You might feel a little self-conscious at first but after a few classes you'll lose that feeling, guaranteed! Just one stipulation – you MUST enjoy music (we use various music types, not just country)! Join us or just drop by to enjoy the music.
Dates: Tuesdays, Starts January 13 Location: Multi-Purpose Hall Time/Day: 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Instructor: Audrey & Al Macdonald Fee: Members: Monthly registration with instructor Non-Members: Monthly registration with instructor Minimum number of students: 6 Maximum number of students: 20 | 
