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 May 15, 2024.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24549 | Monday & Thursday | 5:15 pm – 6:15 pm | July 8 – Aug 22 | $78.00 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24550 | Tuesday & Thursday | 8:45 am – 9:45 am | July 9 – Aug 22 | $84.00 |
| 24551 | Saturdays | 10:45 am – 11:45 am | July 6 – Aug 24 | $48.00 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24552 | Fridays | 11:15 am-12:15 pm | July 12 – Aug 23 | $42.00 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24522 | Tuesdays & Thursdays | 9:00 am – 10:00 am | July 16 – Aug 15 | $60.00 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24531 | Mondays & Wednesdays | 10:45 am – 11:45 am | Aug 7 – Aug 28 | $49.00 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24553 | Monday & Wednesday | 11:15 am – 12:15 pm | July 8 – Aug 21 | $78.00 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24557 | Saturdays | 12:00 pm- 1:00 pm | July 6 – Aug 24 | $48.00 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24558 | Mon, Wed & Fri | 8:45 am- 9:45 am | July 8 – Aug 23 | $120.00 |
| 24559 | Mon, Wed, & Fri | 10:00 am – 11:00 am | July 8 – Aug 23 | $120.00 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24490 | Thursdays | 10:15 am – 11:15 am | July 4 – Aug 1 | $35.00 |
PILATES – CHAIR
with Lynda DePiero
Experience the benefits of Pilates using a chair without having to go onto a mat on the floor. “Core off the Floor” is 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24488 | Tuesdays | 11:45 am – 12:45 pm | July 2 – July 30 | $35.00 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24560 | Tuesdays & Thursdays | 10:00 am-11:00 am | July 9 – Aug 22 | $84.00 |
| 24561 | Saturdays | 9:30 am – 10:30 am | July 6 – Aug 24 | $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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24578 | Tuesdays | 10:30 am – 11:30 am | July 2 – July 30 | $35.00 |
| 24579 | Wednesdays | 10:00 am – 11:00 am | July 3 – July 31 | $35.00 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22294 | Tuesdays | 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm | April 9 – June 25 | $60.50 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24489 | Wednesdays | 11:15 am – 12:15 pm | July 3 – July 31 | $35.00 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24532 | Tuesdays | 2:15 pm – 3:15 pm | Aug 6 – Aug 27 | $28.00 |
ZUMBA STRETCH
with Lisa Mork-Guerts
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24573 | Fridays | 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm | July 12 – Aug 23 | $42.00 |