Older Active Adults
Aquafitness Specialty
Aquafitness Specialty - Ai Chi Arthritis
Great for anyone with arthritis or chronic pain. In a warm water medium, class will consist of slow, broad movements to enhance balance and strengthen joints.
Fee: $69 for 8 weeks
Location: Margaret Grant Pool
Dates: Monday, April 4 to June 6
Times: 1:45 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Activity Number: 147661
Fee: $77 for 9 weeks
Location: Bonivital Pool/Piscine Bonivital
Dates: Wednesday, April 6 to June 1
Times: 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
Activity Number: 147700
Location: Margaret Grant Pool
Dates: Wednesday, April 6 to June 1
Times: 1:45 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Activity Number: 147666
Aquafitness Specialty - AquaLite
A fun 45 minute workout designed to improve strength, flexibility, balance and endurance. Suitable for all levels of aquatic and fitness ability.
Fee: $86 for 10 weeks
Location: Transcona Kinsmen Centennial Pool
Dates: Wednesday, April 6 to June 8
Times: 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Activity Number: 147884
Dates: Wednesday, April 6 to June 8
Times: 12:20 p.m. to 1:05 p.m.
Activity Number: 147885
Aquafitness Specialty - Arthritis
Enjoy gentle water exercise without undue stress on the body. A low impact cardiovascular workout with range of motion, flexibility, muscle strength and endurance components.
Fee: $69 for 8 weeks
Location: Bonivital Pool/Piscine Bonivital
Dates: Monday, April 4 to June 6
Times: 9:15 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Activity Number: 147685
Location: Kinsmen Sherbrook Pool
Dates: Monday, April 4 to June 6
Times: 9:15 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Activity Number: 147417
Location: Margaret Grant Pool
Dates: Monday, April 4 to June 6
Times: 1 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.
Activity Number: 147640
Dates: Monday, April 4 to June 6
Times: 2:30 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.
Activity Number: 147643
Fee: $77 for 9 weeks
Location: Bonivital Pool/Piscine Bonivital
Dates: Wednesday, April 6 to June 1
Times: 9:15 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Activity Number: 147697
Dates: Friday, April 8 to June 10
Times: 9:15 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Activity Number: 147679
Dates: Friday, April 8 to June 10
Times: 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
Activity Number: 147680
Location: Kinsmen Sherbrook Pool
Dates: Friday, April 8 to June 10
Times: 9:15 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Activity Number: 147431
Location: Margaret Grant Pool
Dates: Wednesday, April 6 to June 1
Times: 1 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.
Activity Number: 147648
Dates: Wednesday, April 6 to June 1
Times: 2:30 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.
Activity Number: 147654
Fee: $86 for 10 weeks
Location: Bonivital Pool/Piscine Bonivital
Dates: Thursday, April 7 to June 9
Times: 12 p.m. to 12:45 p.m.
Activity Number: 156038
Aquafitness Specialty - Arthritis/Fibromyalgia
A program that accommodates people with joint pain caused by arthritis and also improves muscular strength and endurance for people living with fibromyalgia.
Fee: $69 for 8 weeks
Location: Bonivital Pool/Piscine Bonivital
Dates: Monday, April 4 to June 6
Times: 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
Activity Number: 147691
Location: Kinsmen Sherbrook Pool
Dates: Monday, April 4 to June 6
Times: 10:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Activity Number: 147419
Dates: Monday, April 4 to June 6
Times: 5:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.
Activity Number: 147420
Fee: $77 for 9 weeks
Location: Kinsmen Sherbrook Pool
Dates: Friday, April 8 to June 10
Times: 10:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Activity Number: 147433
Fee: $86 for 10 weeks
Location: Bonivital Pool/Piscine Bonivital
Dates: Thursday, April 7 to June 9
Times: 7 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
Activity Number: 147676
Aquafitness Specialty - MS
This class takes place in a cool water medium, focusing on improving balance, strength and coordination.
Fee: $86 for 10 weeks
Location: Kinsmen Sherbrook Pool
Dates: Wednesday, April 6 to June 8
Times: 10:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Activity Number: 147427
Dance
Intro to Line Dance
Learn the basic steps and easy dances for exercise and fun. This class is intended for people without any previous experience. There will be more repetition, very few turns and slower music with a good dance beat. This includes oldies, current, Latin, Celtic and country western music. Wear comfortable shoes with a low heel or flats.
Fee: $50 for 10 weeks
Location: Sergeant Tommy Prince Place
Dates: Wednesday, April 6 to June 8
Times: 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Activity Number: 149788
Tap Dancing Beginner
Tap dance your way to fitness and fun with this basic skills class. Choreographed to uplifting music, this class will get you out of the house and on the move! Tap shoes recommended. No partner necessary.
Fee: $50 for 10 weeks
Location: Sergeant Tommy Prince Place
Dates: Wednesday, April 6 to June 8
Times: 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Activity Number: 149786
Fitness
Arthritis
People with Arthritis Can Exercise
This exercise program is designed by the Arthritis Foundation for people with arthritis and related conditions. Improve flexibility, muscle strength, range of motion and endurance without hurting your joints. Exercises can be performed either sitting or standing with routines that help relieve stiffness and improve posture.
Fee: $70 for 10 weeks
Location: Chalmers Community Centre
Dates: Thursday, April 7 to June 9
Times: 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Activity Number: 150181
Location: Fort Rouge Leisure Centre
Dates: Monday, April 4 to June 20
Times: 2:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.
Activity Number: 155190
Dates: Wednesday, April 6 to June 8
Times: 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Activity Number: 160133
Body Toning
Mov'n With Muscle 50+
A great class to keep the body moving and strong! This workout alternates muscle conditioning exercises (using weights, bands, even your own body weight) with low-impact movements. It can be adapted to any fitness level, any body ailments such as osteoporosis or arthritis and can even be done in a chair! So what's stopping you? Let's move to get strong!
Fee: $51 for 10 weeks
Location: Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex
Dates: Tuesday, April 5 to June 7
Times: 1:50 p.m. to 2:35 p.m.
Activity Number: 147493
Dates: Thursday, April 7 to June 9
Times: 11:15 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Activity Number: 147503
Location: St. James Assiniboia Centennial Pool
Dates: Wednesday, April 6 to June 8
Times: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Activity Number: 147979
Fee: $68 for 10 weeks
Location: Fort Rouge Leisure Centre
Dates: Thursday, April 7 to June 9
Times: 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Activity Number: 155252
Location: Pan Am Pool
Dates: Tuesday, April 5 to June 7
Times: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Activity Number: 147942
Dates: Thursday, April 7 to June 9
Times: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Activity Number: 147943
Cardio Fitness
50 Plus Active Centre - Move and Mingle
Whether you are in your 50s or 80s it's never too late to start moving! Join our friendly group for fun and fitness, followed by socializing.
Fee: $33 for 10 weeks
Location: Peguis Trail Health & Fitness Cent
Dates: Friday, April 8 to June 17
Times: 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Activity Number: 150226
Aerobic Fitness
Improves cardiovascular fitness, muscular endurance, flexibility and over all well-being.
Fee: $68 for 10 weeks
Location: St. James Assiniboia Centennial Pool
Dates: Monday, April 4 to June 27
Times: 10:50 a.m. to 12:20 p.m.
Activity Number: 154980
Dates: Friday, April 1 to June 10
Times: 10:50 a.m. to 12:20 p.m.
Activity Number: 154979
Bone Building
This class can help build bone density in the spine, hips, knees and shoulders. You will also gain strength, improve posture, maintain balance and improve flexibility all with the use of free weights and exercise bands. Modifications will be given for different fitness levels.
Fee: $61 for 9 weeks
Location: Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex
Dates: Monday, April 4 to June 13
Times: 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Activity Number: 147487
Fee: $68 for 10 weeks
Location: Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex
Dates: Thursday, April 7 to June 9
Times: 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Activity Number: 147501
Location: Peguis Trail Health & Fitness Cent
Dates: Wednesday, April 6 to June 8
Times: 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Activity Number: 149978
Cardio 55+
This class is designed for those who want cardiovascular and strength benefits, but do not like the "bounce" of a traditional aerobics class; great for beginners or mature adults who like a moderate intensity class.
Fee: $51 for 10 weeks
Location: Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex
Dates: Tuesday, April 5 to June 7
Times: 9:15 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Activity Number: 147490
Chair Cardio Workout
This class will improve your overall health and wellness while you remain seated in a chair. The workout will consist of a warm-up, cardio and toning exercises.
Fee: $68 for 10 weeks
Location: St. James Assiniboia Centennial Pool
Dates: Thursday, April 7 to June 9
Times: 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Activity Number: 154983
Trim Fit
Socialize while getting fit. Cardio and personalized monitoring systems are the bonuses of this class.
Fee: $57 for 10 weeks
Location: St. James Assiniboia Centennial Pool
Dates: Monday, April 4 to June 27
Times: 9:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
Activity Number: 154996
Dates: Friday, April 1 to June 10
Times: 9:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
Activity Number: 154995
Osteoporosis
Exercising with Osteoporosis
For people with osteoporosis and other related conditions. Walking on the track for cardio and exercising with light weights to strengthen. Conclude with stretching for improved flexibility and injury prevention.
Fee: $68 for 10 weeks
Location: St. James Assiniboia Centennial Pool
Dates: Tuesday, April 5 to June 7
Times: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Activity Number: 147975
Gentle Fit for 50+
It's never too late to start exercising! This workout is a great introduction to weight training for those 50+ who have never lifted a weight. Staying strong as we age is so important in order to keep our independence. This class will help you continue to carry your grocery bags and climb those stairs with strength. Modifications will be made to suit all levels and abilities.
Fee: $68 for 10 weeks
Location: Pan Am Pool
Dates: Tuesday, April 5 to June 7
Times: 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
Activity Number: 147952
Dates: Thursday, April 7 to June 9
Times: 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
Activity Number: 147953
Resistance Training
Resistance Training
Experience resistance training using free weights and resistance bands. The numerous benefits of resistance training include: increased strength, endurance, bone density and self-awareness.
Fee: $55 for 10 weeks
Location: Peguis Trail Health & Fitness Cent
Dates: Tuesday, April 5 to June 7
Times: 10:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Activity Number: 149622
Fee: $68 for 10 weeks
Location: St. James Assiniboia Centennial Pool
Dates: Tuesday, April 5 to June 7
Times: 9:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
Activity Number: 154994
Tai Chi
Tai Chi Chuan Level I
Learn and practice basic gentle movements of this ancient Chinese exercise. This class promotes strength, improves balance and overall health for all ages.
Fee: $40 for 8 weeks
Location: Chalmers Community Centre
Dates: Monday, April 4 to June 6
Times: 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Activity Number: 149538
Location: North Kildonan Community Centre
Dates: Tuesday, April 5 to May 24
Times: 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Activity Number: 149613
Fee: $50 for 10 weeks
Location: Fort Rouge Leisure Centre
Dates: Thursday, April 7 to June 9
Times: 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Activity Number: 155263
Yoga
Chair Yoga
A gentle style of yoga in which standard yoga poses are adapted while seated or standing using a chair as support. Participants will learn yoga posture, breathing techniques, meditations and ways of relaxation with the aid of a chair.
Fee: $76 for 10 weeks
Location: Fort Rouge Leisure Centre
Dates: Thursday, April 7 to June 9
Times: 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Activity Number: 155250
Location: St. James Assiniboia Centennial Pool
Dates: Monday, April 4 to June 20
Times: 2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.
Activity Number: 154984
Gentle Yoga
A program especially designed for older active adults. This is a true beginner class for those with no yoga experience and those with physical restrictions who may require a chair for poses.
Fee: $74 for 10 weeks
Location: Fort Rouge Leisure Centre
Dates: Tuesday, April 5 to June 7
Times: 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
Activity Number: 155233
Joint Health Yoga
A gentle yoga practice designed for older active adults which will focus on joint mobilization, relaxation, breathing and meditation. Postures are performed in a chair and standing with chair support.
Fee: $76 for 10 weeks
Location: Fort Rouge Leisure Centre
Dates: Friday, April 1 to June 10
Times: 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Activity Number: 155265
Therapeutic Yoga
Improve flexibility, stress levels and posture with these gently flowing yoga classes designed to mobilize the areas of the body we most commonly hold tension: the upper back, shoulders, neck and low back.
Fee: $76 for 10 weeks
Location: Pan Am Pool
Dates: Wednesday, April 6 to June 8
Times: 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Activity Number: 147955
Yoga for Older Active Adults
A yoga program especially designed for older active adults. Yoga promotes physical, mental and emotional well-being. Improve your posture, reduce stress and through relaxation tone your muscles and increase your own source of energy.
Fee: $76 for 10 weeks
Location: Fort Rouge Leisure Centre
Dates: Thursday, April 7 to June 9
Times: 12:55 p.m. to 1:55 p.m.
Activity Number: 155261
Location: St. James Assiniboia Centennial Pool
Dates: Monday, April 4 to June 20
Times: 1:45 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.
Activity Number: 154997
Dates: Wednesday, April 6 to June 8
Times: 9:40 a.m. to 10:40 a.m.
Activity Number: 147978
Dates: Friday, April 8 to June 17
Times: 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Activity Number: 147984
Yoga for Older Active Adults Continuing
A yoga program especially designed for older active adults. Yoga promotes physical, mental and emotional well-being. Improve your posture, reduce stress and through relaxation tone your muscles and increase your own source of energy. Previous yoga experience required.
Fee: $76 for 10 weeks
Location: Fort Rouge Leisure Centre
Dates: Tuesday, April 5 to June 7
Times: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Activity Number: 155232
Yogalates 50+
This class combines some of the ancient science of hatha yoga with the core stabilizing, regenerative dynamics of Pilates. Strengthen all of the major muscle groups and develop a streamlined physique while cultivating mental calm with Pilates exercises and yoga postures. All levels are welcome.
Fee: $101 for 10 weeks
Location: Peguis Trail Health & Fitness Cent
Dates: Wednesday, April 6 to June 8
Times: 12:10 p.m. to 1:10 p.m.
Activity Number: 149980
Zumba
Zumba Gold
Zumba Gold is a dance fitness class designed for the older active adult, the true beginner and for people who are not used to exercise or who may be limited physically. Zumba Gold is done at a slightly lower intensity than regular Zumba. Burn calories, improve cardiovascular health and tone and sculpt your entire body. No dance experience required.
Fee: $62 for 10 weeks
Location: Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex
Dates: Tuesday, April 5 to June 7
Times: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Activity Number: 155271
Dates: Thursday, April 7 to June 9
Times: 1:55 p.m. to 2:40 p.m.
Activity Number: 147507
Leisure/Creative Arts
Painting
Painting with Acrylics
The basic components of materials, colour, theory, compositions, perspectives and techniques will be covered, as participants work on individual projects. Materials not supplied.
Fee: $92 for 8 weeks
Location: St. John's Leisure Centre
Dates: Tuesday, April 5 to May 24
Times: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Activity Number: 148185
Painting with Oils or Acrylics
The basic components of materials, colour, theory, compositions, perspectives and techniques will be covered, as participants work on individual projects. Materials not supplied.
Fee: $115 for 10 weeks
Location: Elmwood/East Kildonan Seniors Centr
Dates: Monday, April 4 to June 20
Times: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Activity Number: 148415
Personal Wellness
Minds In Motion
Connecting people living with early to moderate signs of dementia and their partners through fitness, fun and friendship. This 8 week program includes a 50 minute chair fitness class followed by light refreshments and engaging activities. This program is facilitated by the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba working collaboratively with community partners. Price includes participant and family member/friend.
Fee: $65 for 8 weeks
Location: Chalmers Community Centre
Dates: Thursday, April 7 to May 26
Times: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Activity Number: 150170
Location: Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex
Dates: Wednesday, April 6 to May 25
Times: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Activity Number: 147495
Location: St. James Assiniboia Centennial Pool
Dates: Friday, April 1 to May 27
Times: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Activity Number: 154991
Senior Walk / Run Chat hour
Come run or walk with other seniors. Once you're done, socialize with fellow pace setters.
Fee: Free for 10 weeks
Location: Peguis Trail Health & Fitness Cent
Dates: Monday, April 4 to June 20
Times: 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Activity Number: 148410
Dates: Tuesday, April 5 to June 7
Times: 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 a.m.
Activity Number: 150012
Dates: Wednesday, April 6 to June 8
Times: 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Activity Number: 150013
Dates: Thursday, April 7 to June 9
Times: 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Activity Number: 150014
Dates: Friday, April 8 to June 17
Times: 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 a.m.
Activity Number: 150015
Dates: Saturday, April 9 to June 11
Times: 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Activity Number: 150016
Dates: Sunday, April 10 to June 12
Times: 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Activity Number: 150017