Fitness and Wellness Programs
Thunder Bay 55 Plus Centre
The following Fitness and Wellness Programs are offered at the Thunder Bay 55 Plus Centre (700 River Street). Registration opens August 14, 2024 at 8:30 am.
ADVANCED JAZZ
with Lynda DePiero
Learn dance steps, combinations, transitions, and dances to pop music & Broadway musicals. Geared to those with some previous dance experience.
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DURATION | COST |
| 25851 | Mondays | 2:45 pm – 3:45 pm | Oct 7 – Dec 9 | $48.00 |
BEGINNER JAZZ
with Lynda DePiero
It is never too late to learn to dance! Join Lynda to learn the basic dance steps and combinations of jazz dancing. No previous dance skills needed, improve your coordination, balance and physical fitness in this fun class!
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DURATION | COST |
| 25685 | Mondays | 11:30 am – 12:30 pm | Oct 7 – Dec 9 | $48.00 |
PILATES – CHAIR
with Lynda DePiero
The benefit of Pilates using a chair without having to go onto a mat on the floor: a combination of traditional Pilates exercises and may include Barre, ZENGA, Fascia & Psoas conditioning – targets the deep abdominal muscles, improve muscle tone, posture, body alignment, lean muscle mass, balance, flexibility & core strength.
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DURATION | COST |
| 25852 | Tuesdays | 2:45 pm – 3:45 pm | Oct 1 – Dec 10 | $66.00 |
EVENING ENERGIZER GOLD
with Lisa Mork-Guerts
With a mix of cardio, stretching, & toning using a variety of equipment and get moving to some fantastic music!
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DURATION | COST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25686 | Monday & Thursday | 5:15 pm – 6:15 pm | Oct 3 – Dec 19 | $126.00 |
FELDENKRAIS METHOD
with Oliver Reimer
The Feldenkrais Method is a mind-body approach which combines movement and awareness to teach people of all ages to move and live more comfortably and effectively. Through this, you can learn to ease pain, improve posture, balance, flexibility, prevent injury, increase energy, reduce stress, fatigue, and improve concentration.
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DURATION | COST |
| 25687 | Fridays | 12:00 pm -1:00 pm | Sept 20 – Dec 6 | $84.00 |
F.I.T (FUNCTIONAL INTERVAL TRAINING)
with Anne Parr
Learn to work the core, become strong from the inside out. Specific exercise taught to strengthen weak muscles, ligaments and tendons, correct balance, alignment & posture. This progressive class will challenge cardiovascular & muscular strength, endurance, flexibility, co-ordination, and agility.
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DURATION | COST |
| 25840 | Tuesday & Friday | 1:30pm-2:30pm | Sept 10 – Dec 6 | $156.00 |
FUNCTIONALLY FIT
with Lisa Winter
Using weights, balls and bands, this class is a mix of cardio and strength training to maintain the whole body for real life activities. The class will consist of a combination of both chair and standing exercises.
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DURATION | COST |
| 25688 | Tuesday & Thursday | 10:15 am – 11:15 am | Sept 10 – Oct 31 | $96.00 |
| 25689 | Tuesday & Thursday | 10:15 am – 11:15 am | Nov 19 – Dec 12 | $48.00 |
FUSION FITNESS
with Lisa Mork-Guerts
Fusing movements of YOGA and PILATES together, you will metabolize, gain muscle and get into waist management in this amped up Body Resistance Workout…no weights…just sweat and smiles! All you need is a yoga mat, chair, water bottle and towel. Suitable for beginners and strong seniors as well.
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DURATION | COST |
| 25692 | Tuesday & Thursday | 8:45 am-9:45 am | Oct 1 – Dec 19 | $144.00 |
| 25693 | Saturdays | 10:45 am – 11:45 am | Oct 5 – Dec 14 | $66.00 |
HOOP IT UP!
with Lisa Mork-Guerts
In this fun class, use a hula hoop and other equipment, as an exercise tool for stretching, strengthening and to help you improve your balance and flexibility.
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DURATION | COST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25694 | Fridays | 11:15 am-12:15 pm | Oct 4 – Dec 20 | $72.00 |
IRISH DANCE – ADVANCED
with Lynda Depiero
High level of Irish Dance (must have previous experience in Irish Dance or Tap Dancing). Experience the “Riverdance” and “Lord of the Dance” eras.
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DURATION | COST |
| 25878 | Wednesdays | 5:45 pm – 6:45 pm | Oct 2 – Dec 11 | $66.00 |
IRISH DANCE – LEVEL 1
with Lynda Depiero
Learn Irish dancing steps and combination done in both soft shoes and hard shoes (ie: tap shoes). Geared to those with some previous dance experience as a “Strong Beginner”.
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DURATION | COST |
| 25879 | Wednesdays | 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm | Oct 2 – Dec 11 | $66.00 |
JOY OF LATIN LINE DANCING – BEGINNER
with Armin Del Rosario
Line dancing isn’t just country and western anymore! It’s modern, sophisticated, flowing waltz and night club rhythm with Latin flavour. It is fun, great exercise and YOU DON’T NEED A PARTNER. Learn new and traditional line dances in a comfortable, welcoming class. For beginners and those who feel they have two left feet.
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DURATION | COST |
| 25696 | Thursdays | 9:00 am – 10:00 am | Sept 12 – Nov 28 | $81.00 |
JOY OF LATIN LINE DANCING – INTERMEDIATE
with Armin Del Rosario
If you have already taken the Joy of Line Dancing at the beginner level, it is time to move on to the next steps…enjoy moving and grooving with Armin with new moves and more complex steps.
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DURATION | COST |
| 25695 | Thursdays | 10:10 am – 11:30 am | Sept 12 – Nov 28 | $84.00 |
JUST FOR GUYS FITNESS
with Derek Ortgiese
Help increase your cardiovascular fitness level along with toning and stretching. You will use a variety of equipment to help you reach those fitness goals! This class is geared towards men only.
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DURATION | COST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25697 | Tuesdays & Thursdays | 9:00 am – 10:00 am | Sept 9 – Dec 4 | $138.00 |
| 25698 | Tuesdays & Thursdays | 9:00 am – 10:00 am | Sept 10 – Dec 5 | $156.00 |
KEEP MOVING WITH PARKINSON’S
with Karen Vigliarolo
This class is specifically designed for those with Parkinson’s disease. Includes aerobic conditioning, functional strengthening, and mobility and balance exercises. Must have been assessed by St. Joe’s, call 346-2334.
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DURATION | COST |
| 25841 | Mondays & Wednesdays | 11:15am-12:15pm | Sept 9 – Dec 4 | $138.00 |
| 25842 | Fridays | 9:15 am – 10:15 am | Sept 13 – Dec 6 | $78.00 |
LOW IMPACT AEROBICS
with Lisa Mork-Guerts
A gentle warm-up, 20 minutes of a low impact cardio, use of light hand weights, bands and other equipment.
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DURATION | COST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25843 | Monday & Wednesday | 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm | Oct 2 – Dec 11 | $114.00 |
LUNCH EXPRESS
with Lisa Mork-Guerts
Dig into this new aerobics class with a mix of cardio and toning using a variety of equipment like weights, bender balls, bands and more. If you enjoy our low impact aerobics class, you will love this new class!
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DURATION | COST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25845 | Saturdays | 12:00 pm- 1:00 pm | Oct 5 – Dec 7 | $60.00 |
METABOLIC POLE WALKING
with Anne Parr
If you enjoy walking outdoors, join this fun group and learn how to use proper techniques for pole walking and all the numerous benefits that come with it! Weather permitting; you will walk at various outdoor trails around the city. First class takes place at the Centre, meet outside on the back patio.
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DURATION | COST |
| 25846 | Wednesdays | 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm | Sept 11 – Dec 4 | $78.00 |
MORNING ENERGIZER GOLD
with Lisa Mork-Guerts
With a mix of cardio, stretching, & toning using a variety of equipment, get moving to some fantastic music and get your morning energized!
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DURATION | COST |
| 25847 | Mon, Wed & Fri | 8:45 am- 9:45 am | Oct 2 – Dec 6 | $162.00 |
| 25848 | Mon, Wed, & Fri | 10:00 am – 11:00 am | Oct 2 – Dec 6 | $162.00 |
PILATES FOR BEGINNERS
with Lynda DePiero
Join certified Stott Pilates Instructor Lynda for a combination of traditional Pilates mat work exercises; may include Barre, ZENGA, Fascia & Psoas conditioning. Targets deep abdominal muscles building strength from the inside out, improving muscle tone, posture, body alignment, lean muscle mass, balance, flexibility & core.
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DURATION | COST |
| 25849 | Mondays | 10:15 am -11:15 am | Oct 7 – Dec 9 | $48.00 |
| 25850 | Thursdays | 10:15 am – 11:15 am | Oct 3 – Dec 12 | $66.00 |
SEATED BENDER BALL
with Anne Parr
This low impact class uses the little ball that does it all! Bender Balls are highly effective for strengthening your core muscles, relaxing tight muscles, increasing your range of motion, improving your posture & body awareness.
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DURATION | COST |
| 25853 | Thursday | 1:30 pm- 2:30 pm | Sept 12 – Dec 5 | $78.00 |
SIMPLY STRETCHING
with Lisa Mork-Guerts
This beginner stretch class will start your day with flowing movements of Tai chi, energizing postures of Yoga and gentle stability of Pilates. All fitness levels welcome in this fun and functional class.
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DURATION | COST |
| 25854 | Tuesdays & Thursdays | 10:00 am-11:00 am | Oct 1 – Dec 5 | $120.00 |
| 25856 | Saturdays | 9:30 am – 10:30 am | Oct 5 – Dec 7 | $60.00 |
SIT & BE FIT
with Lisa Winter
This gentle seated exercise class is perfect for those just starting a fitness program or reintroducing fitness into their lives. It includes rhythmic movement, range of motion, strength and stretching exercises.
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DURATION | COST |
| 25690 | Tuesdays & Thursdays | 11:30 am-12:30 pm | Sept 10 – Oct 31 | $96.00 |
| 25691 | Tuesdays & Thursdays | 11:30 am – 12:30 pm | Nov 19 – Dec 12 | $48.00 |
STRENGTH IN MOTION
with Karen Gorst-Vigliarolo
This class is for the active senior who is looking for a challenge and includes exercises designed to increase flexibility, joint stability, balance, coordination, and muscular strength. You can use a chair for support if needed
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DURATION | COST |
| 25858 | Mondays | 10:00am-11:00am | Sept 9 – Nov 25 | $54.00 |
| 25859 | Wednesdays | 10:00am-11:00am | Sept 11 – Nov 27 | $72.00 |
| 25860 | Fridays | 10:00 am – 11:00 am | Sept 13 – Nov 29 | $72.00 |
TAIJI
with Oliver Reimer
We begin with loosening movements of the joints and learn to find the relaxed, fluent and strong ways of moving. We move into the 8 and 16 Forms choreography. In the last 1/2 hour of the class, we move into the 24 & 48 Forms. The class is adapted to participants abilities, all are welcome!
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DURATION | COST |
| 25873 | Mondays | 10:30 am-12:00 pm | Sept 16 – Dec 9 | $60.00 |
TAIJI FOR HEALTH
with Sandra MacKenzie
Coordinate breathing with gentle movements to improve your health and wellness with Sandra MacKenzie.
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DURATION | COST |
| 25874 | Fridays | 10:45am-11:45am | Sept 13 – Dec 6 | $78.00 |
VARIETY NOUVEAU
with Lynda Depiero
Movement that Matters for seniors includes light cardio, “Core off the Floor” exercises to improve stability, balance & flexibility. Focus on the importance & awareness of pelvic floor and fascia & fascial movement.
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DURATION | COST |
| 25875 | Wednesdays | 12:20 pm – 1:20 pm | Oct 2 – Dec 11 | $66.00 |
ZUMBA GOLD
with Karen Gorst-Vigliarolo
Are you ready to party yourself into shape? Join the fitness class that is fun, full of energy and tailored to people 55 Plus! Groove your way to a healthier you! This program is exhilarating, effective and easy to follow.
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DURATION | COST |
| 25876 | Tuesdays | 2:15 pm – 3:15 pm | Sept 10 – Nov 26 | $72.00 |
ZUMBA TONING
with Karen Gorst-Vigliarolo
Are you ready to party yourself into shape? Join the fitness class that is fun, full of energy and tailored to people 55 Plus! Groove your way to a healthier you! This program has Zumba moves followed by a great stretch at the end!
| CODE | DAY | TIME | DURATION | COST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25877 | Fridays | 11:10 am – 11:50 am | Sept 13 – Nov 29 | $72.00 |