The City of Thunder Bay’s Recreation & Culture Division offers a wide range of recreational programs, services and facilities for people of all ages! View the navigation menu on the left for upcoming programs, events, services and facility information, or scroll down to browse programs.

 

Financial assistance is available for some City programs and rentals through PRO Kids and the Affordable Access to Recreation & Transit program.

The Community Services Department works to improve the availability and accessibility of recreation for people of all ages and abilities. Information and program support is provided to assist people with a disability to participate in recreation activities. For more information, please call 807-626-6565 (Children & Youth) or 807-684-3338 (Adults) or the the TTY Relay Service at 711.

For general program information:

We are currently hiring for our summer programs positions! If you are interested in applying to work in our programs, visit the city of Thunder Bay jobs page for job descriptions and to apply!

Special Events & Virtual

Special Events occur at various locations around Thunder Bay. These include themed activities at our locations and outings with community partners (rock climbing, escape room, etc). Our Virtual Program features a new recipe or craft provided in a kit for each session with a link to join virtually!

Questions on programs? Call (807) 625-2344

PRO Kids partners with over 200 community activity providers! View our Partner List

For more information, visit our website or contact us:

Unless noted all programs in the table below are drop in, no registration required. 

Registration starts February 28 for 55 Plus programs. Register for a program online or call the hotline (807) 625-8463

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.

*NEW* 20-20-20

with Bonnie Craig

Get your cardio fix with 20 minutes of cardio or step aerobics, then build up that muscle with 20 minutes of strength training and finish your workout with 20 minutes of core/stretching for a one-hour powerful workout!

CODE	DAY	TIME	DURATION	COST
26991	Wednesdays	9:15 am – 10:15 am	Sept 11 – Dec 4	$78.00

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

BODY SCULPT

with Bonnie Craig

Join Bonnie for Body Sculpt, a class that will tone your body using a variety of equipment with options to work at the level that is right for you!

CODE	DAY	TIME	DURATION	COST
26990	Tuesdays	10:30 am – 11:30 am	Sept 10 – Dec 3	$78.00

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

STEP N’ SCULPT

with Lynda DePiero

Join this fun step aerobics class that involves stepping on and off a step platform and learning innovative choreography. Great for cardio as well as increasing bone mass and bone density. Sculpting intervals target muscle & fascia conditioning with the use of handheld weights, resistance loops and Pilates squishy balls.

CODE	DAY	TIME	DURATION	COST
27029	Thursdays	11:30 am – 12:30 pm	Oct 3 – Dec 5	$60.00

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

TABATA FITNESS

with Bonnie Craig

For those who love to move! Join Bonnie for a new Tabata Fitness class that will get you moving with short bursts of activity followed by active recovery. This class will use high intensity intervals (modifications will be available for all fitness levels) and weight training for 20-30 seconds followed by short rests.

CODE	DAY	TIME	DURATION	COST
26978	Tuesdays	9:15 am – 10:15 am	Sept 10 – Dec 3	$78.00

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

with Kaija Makinen

One hour of stretching, toning, breathing exercises, smiling and laughing. Using the chair, we learn basic yoga postures and breathing techniques designed to de-stress, strengthen and bring flexibility to your body and mind. All levels of ability welcome.

CODE	DAY	TIME	DURATION	COST
19900	Tuesday	9:30 am – 10:30 am	Jan 9 – Mar 12	$60.00
19903	Wednesday	9:30 am – 10:30 am	Jan 10 – Mar 13	$60.00
19904	Friday	9:30 am – 10:30 am	Jan 12 – Mar 15	$60.00

with Lori Schmidt

Yin Yoga is a slower practice where poses are passively held for longer, working on the deep, dense connective tissues in the body. Yang Yoga, in contrast, refers to a more active yet still gentle practice working on the muscles and blood flow, building strength, stamina and flexibility.

CODE	DAY	TIME	DURATION	COST
19822	Mondays	11:30 am – 12:30 pm	Jan 8 – Mar 18	$55.00

with Lisa Mark Guerts

Join Lisa for a gentle “flo-yoga” moving practice. For this one-hour class, bring your mat to go through a peaceful and relaxing stretching to start your day. Modifications will be adapted.

CODE	DAY	TIME	DURATION	COST
19824	Monday & Thursday	5:15 pm – 6:15 pm	Jan 8 – Mar 18	$110.00

with Kaija Makinen

If you previously enjoyed beginner meditation, get ready to take your skills up a notch with our advanced classes. Must have taken beginner meditation previously.

CODE	DAY	TIME	DURATION	COST
19824	Monday & Thursday	5:15 pm – 6:15 pm	Jan 8 – Mar 18	$110.00

with Kaija Makinen

Join our certified yoga teacher to embrace the power of meditation in this beginner class. Learn the art of breathing, focusing and find your inner calm.

CODE	DAY	TIME	DURATION	COST
19824	Monday & Thursday	5:15 pm – 6:15 pm	Jan 8 – Mar 18	$110.00