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RECREATION & LEISURE PROGRAMS for SENIORS 55+
held at the Evergreen Seniors Community Centre unless otherwise indicated — call 519-823-1291.
Please register in person at our recreation facilities, over the phone by calling 519-837-5699,
or online at recenroll.ca.
OUTDOOR FITNESS
Seniors Disc Golf
Let’s get outside and get moving! Join us at the Riverside
Park Disc Golf course to learn the game of disc golf and
practise with friends. An instructor will guide you through
the rules of the game and will teach you the skills and
techniques required for this fun outdoor activity. All
equipment is provided. Athletic clothing and appropriate
footwear is required.
Course ID: 34043
Class Length: 1 hour (6-7 p.m.)
Dates: July 6-August 10 (Thursday)
Location: Riverside Park Disc Golf Course
Fee: Members: $43.51, Non-Members: $50.06
FITNESS
Cardio and Strength Level 2
This intermediate/advance strength training class focuses
on a low impact cardio warm-up. This class performs
functional exercises that include balance, flexibility and
cardiovascular movements. Exercises are performed
sitting and standing. A variety of equipment is used
throughout the classes which may include bands, stability
balls and weights of your choice. Join us to keep your
body fit!
Class Length: 1 hour (9-10 a.m.)
Dates: July 3-August 28 (Monday)
Course ID: 34420
Dates: July 7-August 25 (Friday)
Course ID: 34454
Location: Evergreen Seniors Community Centre
(Room 4)
Fees: Members: $58, Non-Members: $66.72
Cardio and Strength Level 3
Come and challenge your fitness level in this advanced
strength training class. Focusing on a low impact cardio
warm-up, this class performs functional exercises that
include balance, flexibility and cardiovascular
movements. A variety of equipment is used throughout
the classes which may include bands, stability balls and
weights of your choice. Join us to keep your body fit!
Class Length: 1 hour (8-9 a.m.)
Dates: July 3-August 28 (Monday)
Course ID: 34415
Dates: July 7-August 25 (Friday)
Course ID: 34453
Location: Evergreen Seniors Community Centre
(Room 4)
Fees: Members: $58, Non-Members: $66.72
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Strength and Balance
This beginner class will focus on fall prevention, whole
body movements and balance. It is designed to improve
general mobility and overall strength to make everyday
tasks easier. You can expect to see improvement in
posture. The class presents an excellent opportunity for
beginners to start exercising with an aerobic, strength and
flexibility component.
Course ID: 34447
Class Length: 1 hour (12-1 p.m.)
Dates: July 5-August 30 (Wednesday)
Location: Evergreen Seniors Community Centre
(Room 4)
Fees: Members: $58, Non-Members: $66.72
Meditation and Relaxation
Learn to develop skills to cultivate a different relationship
to stress, including stress that can result from managing a
variety of chronic health conditions.
Sessions include: variety of meditation practices, gentle
mindful movement practices, reflective and practical
exercises, and discussions on stress.
Examples of mindfulness training:
Deep breathing
Meditation
Gentle movement
Class Length: 1 hour
Dates: July 4-August 22 (12-1 p.m.) (Tuesday)
Course ID: 34435
Dates: July 6-August 31 (9-10 a.m.) (Thursday)
Course ID: 36270
Location: Evergreen Seniors Community Centre
(Room 4)
Fees: Members: $58, Non-Members: $66.72
Introduction to Strength Training
What is strength training all about? How do you get
started? Which exercises are the best ones? What about
form? Let us show you the answers! You will go from
learning the theory behind the importance of strength
training to mastering the technique behind bodyweight,
free weight and barbell training. Our qualified instructors
will take you through a progressive training program that
will help you gain a better understanding of exercise and
program design, help you increase your strength and,
most importantly, your confidence in and out of the gym.
Class Length: 1 hour
Dates: July 5-August 23 (9-10 a.m.) (Wednesday)
Course ID: 34443
Dates: July 5-August 23 (10-11 a.m.) (Wednesday)
Course ID: 34446
Location: West End Community Centre
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