Fitness Programs

Clogging

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.  Program runs for 10 weeks in the West Community Room starting January 17, 2012.

Begins: Tuesday, Jan 17 Time: 10:00 am Intermediate Class
Begins: Tuesday, Jan 17 Time: 11:00 am Advanced Class
Fee: Members: $42.00 Non-Members: $50.00
Instructor: Sandy Nowell
Drop In Fee: $5.00 Members $6.00 Non-Members
Location: West Community Room

Roll and Stroll Walkers

Join this active group of walkers who walk each Wednesday mornining 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 around 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)

Begins: Wednesday, January 11 Time: 9:30 am
Fee: Participants of this program are responsible for the cost of transportation on the “Go Friendly Shuttle”.  Please see the front desk for more information. 

Social Dance

Do you 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 & everyone is welcome.

Begins:   Tuesdays, January 10         
Location: Multi-Purpose Hall
Time:     7:00 pm       
Instructor: Karen Hooper
Fee: Monthly registration or $7.00 per class

Line Dancing (AM Class)

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. 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.

Begins: Wednesday, January 18
Location:   Multi-Purpose Hall
Time: 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Instructor: Della Howg
**No Class on January 25, 2012**

Line Dancing (PM Class)

Line Dancing is a great way to satisfy some of your dance, socializing and exercise needs.  Along with enjoying a wide variety of upbeat music, country and modern, you may also notice the added benefits of uplifted sprits and well-being.  Have fun learning beginner to more advanced line dancing with no partner required.

Begins: Wednesday, January 11
Location: West Community Room
Time: 7:00 pm Instructor: June Dash
Fee: Monthly registration or Member $3.00 per class, Non-Member $8.00 per class

Fitball   

As a partnership between Nord-Bridge Senior Centre and Alberta Health Services, this group exercise class will involve a variety of movements intended to stimulate the mind & body by using a combination of tools, including fitballs, tennis balls and bodyweight resistance. Build confidence in your strength and balance while you challenge yourself within your individual level of fitness and  coordination. This class runs twice a week (Mondays and Wednesdays) for 1 hour, a qualified instructor will guide you through a session that blurs the line between work and play.

Begins: (Mondays & Wednesdays) January 30 - April 18
Location: Multi-Purpose Hall
Time: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Instructor: TJ Dunn (AHS)
Fee: Members: $30.00 Non-Members: $45.00 Maximum: 12 Students
Drop-in: Members: $2.00/class Non-Members: $4.00
**Please note there are no classes on February 13 (Mon), February 20 (Mon), March 19 (Mon), and April 9 (Mon).

Exercising with Arthritis

This is a group exercise class focusing on individuals with osteoarthritis.  The class is offered in a partnership between Alberta Health Services and Nord-Bridge.  The instructor TJ Dunn is a Kinesiologist with Alberta Health Services.  TJ will teach participants various strengthening and “range of movement” exercises.   Along with the exercises, an education component will be taught to help participants manage their chronic condition.

Begins: Tuesday, January 24
Location: Multi-Purpose Hall
Time: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Instructor: TJ Dunn (AHS)
Fee: Members: $24.00 Non-Members: $40.00 Maximum: 12 Students
Drop-in: Members: $3.00/class Non-Members: $5.00

Yoga/Pilates

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 a non-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.

Session 1

Monday Class: Yoga
Begins: Monday, January 16 Ends: February 27
Location: West Community Room
Time: 9:00 am
*No Class February 20*
Instructor: Urszula Hebert

Wednesday Class: Yoga
Begins: Wednesday, January 18 Ends: February 22
Location: West Community Room
Time: 8:20 am
Instructor: Urszula Hebert

Friday Class: Yoga/Pilates
Begins: Friday, January 20 Ends: February 24
Location: West Community Room
Time: 9:00 am
Instructor: Urszula Hebert

Session 2

Monday Class: Yoga
Begins: Monday, March 5 Ends: April 16
Location: West Community Room
Time: 9:00 am *No Class on April 9
Instructor: Urszula Hebert

Wednesday Class: Yoga
Begins: Wednesday, February 29 Ends: April 4
Location: West Community Room
Time: 8:20 am
Instructor: Urszula Hebert

Friday Class: Yoga/Pilates
Begins: Friday, March 2 Ends: April 13
Location: West Community Room
Time: 9:00 am *No Class April 6*
Instructor: Urszula Hebert

Session 3

Monday Class: Yoga
Begins: Monday, April 23 Ends: June 4
Location: West Community Room
Time: 9:00 am
*No Class on May 21
Instructor: Urszula Hebert

Wednesday Class: Yoga
Begins: Wednesday, April 11 Ends: May 16
Location: West Community Room
Time: 8:20 am
Instructor: Urszula Hebert

Friday Class: Yoga/Pilates
Begins: Friday, April 20 Ends: May 25
Location: West Community Room
Time: 9:00 am
Instructor: Urszula Hebert

PRICES FOR EACH YOGA SESSION & Maximum Students Allowed are:

Fee: Members: $15.00 Non-Members: $20.00 Maximum: 12 Students

Tai Chi - Chi Kung

Three reasons to come to a Chi Kung class !!! To loosen up and relax; to breathe deeply and improve your health; and to enjoy a wonderful journey of less stress, relaxation, increased energy, 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.  What are you waiting for? Come and find out for yourself. First class is free.

Session 1

Tuesdays
Begins: Tuesday, January 24   Ends: March 27
Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 noon

Wednesday Evenings
Begins: Wednesday, January 25   Ends: March 28
Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Session 2

Tuesdays
Begins: Tuesday, April 3    Ends: May 29
Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 noon

Wednesday Evenings
Begins: Wednesday, April 4   Ends: May 30
Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

PRICES FOR EACH TAI CHI - CHI KUNG SESSION and LOCATION:

Fee: Members: $72.00 Non-Members: $90.00 Location: Multi-Purpose Hall

Tai Chi Chuan Yang Style Long Form

For those who want a bit more of a challenge Tai Chi Chuan is a wonderful experience of learning and enhanced well being. In other words you just feel good after the class. Often called “meditation in motion” this  ancient, Chinese movement ritual will help you live your life with less stress and more relaxation, increased energy, better flexibility and balance, improved co-ordination and increased focus and concentration. First class is free.   

Session 1
Wednesday Evenings
Begins: Wednesday, January 25 Ends: April 11
Time: 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm

Session 2
Wednesday Evenings
Begins: Wednesday, April 4 Ends: May 30
Time: 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm

PRICES FOR EACH TAI CHI CHUAN YANG STYLE LONG FORM SESSION and LOCATION:

Fee: Members: $72.00 Non-Members: $90.00 Location: Multi-Purpose Hall

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 designed for the active senior.  *This class is for members only

Begins: Tuesday, January 24
Location:  Multi-Purpose Hall
Time: 10:00 am
Instructor: Nancy Berlando

Keep Fit - Strength & Flexibility Class **

Want to tone & shape your muscles?  This class is geared to develop muscular strength and endurance.  Light hand weights and mat work will be utilized in this class.  Movements will focus on how to reduce bouncing, jarring & impact and to increase energy. *This class is for members only

Begins: Thursday, January 19
Location: Multi-Purpose Hall
Time: 1:30 pm
Instructor: Urszula Hebert
*No Class on March 8 and April 19
** For a complete workout, both Keep Fit Classes complement each other.