At this time, fitness room access is by appointment. A fitness orientation will be required upon your first visit to the fitness room. You will be required to sanitize (supplies provided by the centre) each piece of equipment you've used before the end of your appointment so it's ready for the next member.

This course is for anyone wanting to increase muscle strength, build bone mass and improve balance. The instructor will lead you through easy to follow exercises and progressive balance work to increase muscle strength and improve balance.

Are you looking for a light cardio and strength building class that can be done in a chair? This beginner class uses a fun mix of chair exercises and standing exercises using your chair for support, allowing you to work at your own pace. No floor work in this class.

Easy to learn and Easy to play. Floor Curling is an ideal game for those who no longer wish to curl on the ice. There is no sweeping and it is warm! Floor Curling is perfect for promoting flexibility, increased range of motion, and circulation.

Slow and gentle movement following traditional yoga poses. This is toned down for older adults. Modifications for each and every pose are offered if you cannot do a particular pose or you can only go to the place in the pose that is right for your body. It is a beautiful all body breath and movement class that will assist in maintaining flexibility, agility and balance. We work on the muscular part of the body. It is important to move parts of the body that have arthritis, help control motor skills for Parkinson's disease, also for Dementia this is brain work. Keep all parts of the body moving for optimal health.

Moving mindfully through gentle poses relaxes the body and mind, preparing you to sit comfortably for a 30 minute meditation practice that follows. Connect with your breath, release tension, reduce stress and improve your well-being. A chair will be used to allow for an accessible practice, where you are welcome to bring a mat for the meditation portion if you choose.

You must be a member of the St. James Assiniboia 55+ centre to play in our Pickleball program. All new players to our Pickleball program must register in the Novice level or speak to the Program Coordinator before registering for Intermediate. If a Novice player wants to move up to Intermediate, you must go through the self-assessment steps (found on our website) before advancing. If you are new to Pickleball you must go through our training before registering in our Novice level.

Before registration please read the Pickleball Code of Conduct which can be found HERE

If you are interested in learning about the game of Pickleball or if you are a current player interested in some extra training, workshops or if you would like to purchase drop-in tickets, call the centre to speak with Paula, our Program Coordinator or you can email your request to Paula.
If you are not a SJA55+ Member and/or recent returning SJA55+ player, you must contact the Program Coordinator, before registering in the Pickleball program.

Intermediate
(Monday/Wednesday/Friday)

LOCATION: ***Sturgeon Heights Community Centre
210 Rita Street***

Intermediate - 10:00 a.m. - 11:40 a.m.
Intermediate - 11:45 a.m. - 1:25 p.m.
Intermediate – 1:30 p.m. – 3:10 p.m.
Intermediate – 3:15 p.m. – 5:00 p.m

If your preferred time slot becomes full, please continue to register in an open spot and contact the Program Coordinator with your request to join a different group.

Novice
(Wednesdays & Thursdays)

LOCATION: **Westwood Community Church, 401 Westwood Drive**

Novice - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

**if you RE CONSIDERING MOVING FROM NOVICE TO INTERMEDIATE, Please use the Self-Assessment Tool before registering in the intermediate level.**

Novice Fall Session

September 4th-December 19th

Cost: $80 (must be a member of the 55+ Centre)

Pickleball Self-Assessment Tool

The Self-Assessment Tool can be viewed HERE.