Fitness Classes

Chair Aerobics

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Come and join Ann Lawrence for a 60 minute exercise class set to a variety of your favourite tunes including accelerated cardiovascular activity, range of motion, strength training, flexibility training.  Participants may sit in a chair or stand depending on their level of comfort. You’ll be surprised at the gains you make from these ‘simple’ exercises you can do at your own pace.

Monday and Wednesdays 11:00AM-NOON at the LEGION

FRIDAY MOVEMENT 

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Fridays at the Legion starting Sept 23

Allen Stanton will be leading Brain Gym, which improves whole brain learning through movement and The Energy Routine which is designed to stimulate the vital energy systems of the body. We will move on to Balance and Core activities which stimulate Upper Body, Abdomen and Lower Body movements. We will be strengthening your Mind, and Body with simply, fun movements.

Fridays 11-NOON LEGION

Oct 7  Nov 4  Dec 2,9,16

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BALANCE, CORE STRENGTH AND BONE HEALTH - Registration Required

A new class, geared towards the moderately fit, active senior.

Come prepared to work hard and have fun.Participants with Osteoporosis should consult with their GP prior to attending class.

If you have hand weights you are comfortable using please bring them along. Sponsored by Quadra Circle.

Sheelagh Elmitt is a retired Physiotherapist who is a strong advocate for the maintenance of an active lifestyle with all its holistic benefits.

Tuesday Oct 4th - Dec 13th 10:00-11:15 am, Room 3

New attendees please check in with Sheelagh prior to first class 250-203-1614.

Zoom Chair Aerobics

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Join Jane West for a 60 minute seated exercise class via Zoom from the comfort of your home.  This class is set to modern music and includes accelerated cardiovascular activity, range of motion, strength training, flexibility training.  There is also opportunity for light resistance training with small weights or resistance bands.  Participants may sit in a chair or stand depending on their comfort.

Tuesdays 11:00-11:45 Oct 11-Nov 29 pre-register to get a ZOOM link

Chair Yoga/ Qi Gong 

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Join Trinity Gogolin for this combination chair class.  YOGA is a group of physical, mental, and spiritual practices or disciplines which originated in ancient India and aimed to control and still the mind.  QI GONG is a holistic system of health maintenance that integrates physical postures, breathing techniques, meditation and focused intention. This is an excellent form of exercise for seniors because of its gentle and soothing nature. 

Fridays 11:00AM-NOON at the LEGION 

Sept 23,30 Oct 14, 21, 28  Nov 11,18, 25

Ping Pong

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Ping - Pong is a lively game, yet it’s playable at the pace the competitors choose. In other words, because there are so many ways to benefit from the game, it’s not necessary to go full-tilt to enjoy it. The intensity of a good Ping - Pong game can be an excellent cardiovascular workout for seniors.  Stiff muscles and tight ligaments are put to work, and strengthening them will help reduce the risk for falls.

NEW TIME Wednesdays 3:00-4:30 PM Oct 12 - Dec 14 QCC

Somatics

Registration Required

Somatics is a gentle, slow movement modality that relies more on awareness of muscle tension than exercise. It is a means of bringing back  voluntary control of forgotten muscles that results in improved posture, pain relief and increased freedom of movement. It is done mainly lying down so participants need to be able to get up and down from the floor. The ability to lie on one's back and tummy is needed.

Thursdays Oct 6 - Dec 15 at the Recreation Centre , Room 3.

11am -12.30 pm

Priority will be given to new students.