55 Plus – Summer Registered Programs
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Classes begin the week of July 7.
Centre CLOSED June 29, 30, July 1 & August 3 & 4.
- No membership fee to participate.
- Open to everyone 55 plus or better!
- Registered programs are offered at the Thunder Bay 55 Plus Centre
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Thunder Bay 55 Plus Centre Registered Programs
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).
Most classes will begin the week of July 7, 2025 but please check the Key for the exact dates of programs.
| Program Name | Description | Code | Day | Time | Duration | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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! | 33627 | Wednesdays | 1:00pm - 2:00pm | July 9 - August 20 | $43.61 |
| Chair Pilates 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. | 33630 | Tuesdays | 11:45 am - 12:45 pm | July 8 - July 29 | $24.92 |
| Functional 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. | 33664 | Tuesdays & Thursdays | 10:15am - 11:15am | July 8 - August 14 | $74.76 |
| 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. | 33634 | Tuesdays & Thursdays | 8:45am - 9:45 am | July 8 - August 21 | $87.22 |
| 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. | 33635 | Saturdays | 10:45 am - 11:45 am | July 5 - August 23 | $49.84 |
| Hoop it up! with Lisa Mork-Guerts | In this fun class, use a hula hoop as an exercise tool for stretching, strengthening and to help you improve your balance and flexibility. | 33636 | Fridays | 12:30 - 1:30 pm | July 11 - August 22 | $43.61 |
| 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. | 33622 | Tuesdays & Thursdays | 9:00 am - 10:00 am | July 15 - August 12 | $56.07 |
| Keep Moving with Parkinson's with Karen Gorst-Vigliarolo & Derek Ortgiese | 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. | 33626 | Wednesdays & Fridays | 11:15am - 12:15 pm | July 16 - August 22 | $74.76 |
| 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. | 33638 | Mondays & Wednesday | 12:30 - 1:30 pm | July 7 - August 20 | $80.99 |
| 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! | 33639 | Saturdays | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm | July 5 - August 23 | $49.84 |
| 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! | 33640(first time slot) or 33642(second time slot) | Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays | 8:45 am - 9:45am OR 10:00am - 11:00am | July 7 - August 22 | $124.60 |
| Pilates Mat 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. Target deep abdominal muscles, building strength from the inside out, improving muscle tone, posture, body alignment, lean muscle mass, balance, flexibility & core! | 33633 | Thursdays | 10:15am - 11:15 am | July 10 - July 31 | $24.92 |
| 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. | 33643 | Tuesdays & Thursdays | 10:00am - 11:00am | July 8 - August 21 | $87.22 |
| 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. | 33644 | Saturdays | 9:30am - 10:30am | July 5 - August 23 | $49.84 |
| Sit and 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. | 33666 | Tuesdays & Thursdays | 11:30am - 12:30pm | July 8 - August 14 | $74.76 |
| 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. | 33629 | Tuesdays | 10:30 am - 11:30 am | July 8 - July 29 | $24.92 |
| 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. | 33631 | Wednesdays | 10:00 am - 11:00 am | July 9 - July 30 | $24.92 |
| Strength in Motion with Karen Gorst-Vigliarolo | Join us for an easy-to-follow work out that includes exercises designed to increase flexibility, joint stability, balance, coordination and muscular strength. You can use a chair for support if needed. | 33624 | Wednesdays | 10:00am-11:00am | July 16 - August 20 | $37.38 |
| Strength in Motion with Karen Gorst-Vigliarolo | Join us for an easy-to-follow work out that includes exercises designed to increase flexibility, joint stability, balance, coordination and muscular strength. You can use a chair for support if needed. | 33625 | Fridays | 10:00am - 11:00 am | July 18 - August 22 | $37.38 |
| 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. | 33682 | Wednesdays | 8:45am - 9:40am | July 9 - August 13 | $37.38 |
| Tabata Variety with Karen Gorst - Vigliarolo | Join Karen for a fun fitness class that will get you moving with short bursts of activity followed by active recovery. You must be comfortable getting on and off the floor. This class will use high intensity intervals and weight training for 20-30 seconds followed by short rests and use a variety of equipment! | 33735 | Thursday | 11:15 am - 12:15 pm | July 17 - August 21 | $37.38 |
| Taiji with Bryon Nelson | 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! | 33637 | Mondays | 11:00am - 12:00pm | July 7 - August 18 | $37.38 |
| 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. | 33632 | Wednesday | 11:15 am - 12:15 pm | July 9 - July 30 | $24.92 |
| *NEW* Weights, Mats & More with Derek Ortgiese | Mat workouts with weights are a great way to incorporate resistance training into your fitness routine, offering a versatile and effective way to build strength and muscle. Mat workouts are also great for your core and provide functional training in case of a fall or having to get up off the floor with grandchildren | 33623 | Wednesdays | 9:00 am - 10:00 am | July 16 - August 13 | $31.15 |
Yoga and Meditation Classes
| Program Name | Description | Code | Day | Time | Duration | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adaptive Chair Yoga | Yoga tailored to your body. Gentle yoga poses done while seated, with options for standing. Breathwork, posture, and some meditation. This class truly is for everyone | 33772 | Wednesdays | 10:30 am - 11:45 am | July 23 - August 13 | $24.92 |
| Adaptive Chair Yoga | Yoga tailored to your body. Gentle yoga poses done while seated, with options for standing. Breathwork, posture, and some meditation. This class truly is for everyone | 33759 | Fridays | 9:15 am - 10:15 am | July 25 - August 15 | $24.92 |
| Go with the Flo-Yoga with Lisa Mork-Geurts | 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. | 33683 | Mondays & Wednesdays | 11:15am - 12:15pm | July 7 - August 20 | $87.22 |
| Yoga with Irene Hauta | Join certified yoga instructor Irene for an evening stretch through yoga. This class is designed for those with some yoga experience but not necessary, all positions can be adjusted to participants needs. | 33728 | Mondays & Wednesdays | 6:00 pm - 7:00pm | July 7 - August 20 | $80.99 |
| Yoga with Irene Hauta | Join certified yoga instructor Irene for an evening stretch through yoga. This class is designed for those with some yoga experience but not necessary, all positions can be adjusted to participants needs | 33758 | Mondays & Fridays | 10:00 am - 11:00 am | June 23 - August 1 | $68.53 |
| Yoga Fit - Hatha Yoga with Ryan Gallant | An intermediate fitness class with yoga moves as a base. Focus is on balance, coordination, stretching and strengthening using movement and strength training. | 33684 | Wednesdays & Fridays | 10:30am - 12:00pm | July 9 - August 15 | $74.76 |
Workshops
| Workshop Name | Description | Code | Date/Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paint a bird house/trailer with Paula Clark | Paint your own cute bird house for your yard or deck! Using our supplies you will chose a bird house or bird RV and create your own home for the birds! | 33762 | Thursday, July 10 from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | $50.00 |
| Q-tip & bubble wrap painting with Paula Clark | Get creative with Paula using different items like Q-tips and bubble wrap to make your own designs on canvas. All supplies included. | 33763 | Thursday, July 31 from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | $50.00 |
| Stencilling and Decoupage artwork with Paula Clark | Create your own beautiful artwork with our creative instructor Paula by stencilling and decoupaging items. All supplies included. | 33765 | Friday, August 8 1:00 - 3:00 pm | $50.00 |
| Q-tip & bubble wrap painting with Paula Clark | Get creative with Paula using different items like Q-tips and bubble wrap to make your own designs on canvas. All supplies included. | 33766 | Thursday, August 21 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | $50.00 |
| Candle and Room Spray Making with Peace & Quiet Candle Co. | Join us at Goods & Co Market with the local artisans from Peace & Quiet Candle Co to make your own scent and candle! All supplies included | 33780 | Wednesday, June 18 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | $44.00 |
| Guided Bird Watching with LRCA | Join us at Mission Marsh Island for some bird watching with the experts from LRCA. Meet at the main parking lot. | 33497 | Tuesday, June 24 9:30 am | FREE (Must pay LRCA parking fee on arrival) |
| Picnic in the Park | Join us for a picnic in the park at Vickers Park! Bring your lunch and chair or blanket and enjoy lunch under the trees of beautiful Vickers Park. No cost to join. | 33509 | Wednesday, July 23 11:30 am | FREE just bring your lunch! |
| Rock Painting with Julie Cooke | Join Julie at Chippewa Park for some creativity with rock painting. Painting supplies included | 33511 | Thursday, August 14 1:30 pm | FREE |
General Interest Programs
| Program Name | Description | Code | Day | Time | Duration | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guitar Lessons - Beginners with Tara O'Brien | A continuation of Spring session, finishing Book One Method. Continuing with reading music, tablature and guitar charts. | 33743 | Tuesdays | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm | July 8 - August 19 | $101.71 |
| Guitar Lessons - Purple Group with Tara O'Brien | A continuation of the Spring session, Book 3 Method. Progressing in reading tablature, guitar technique and song arrangement | 33739 | Tuesdays | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | July 8 - August 19 | $101.71 |
| Guitar Lessons - Green Group with Tara O'Brien | A continuation of Spring session, moving on in Book Two Method, reading music. Tabs guitar charts, starting finger picking. | 33742 | Wednesdays | 10:30 am - 11:30 am | July 9 - August 20 | $101.71 |
| Guitar Lessons - Orange Group with Tara O'Brien | A continuation of Spring session, moving on in Book One Method. Play song arrangements, reading tablature and music. | 33745 | Wednesdays | 11:45 am - 12:45 pm | July 9 - August 20 | $101.71 |
| Ukulele - Beginner | Learn to play the Ukulele with our experienced instructor. Please bring your own Ukulele | 33752 | Thursdays | 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm | July 10 - August 14 | $42.00 |
| Ukulele - Intermediate | Learn to play the Ukulele with our experienced instructor. Please bring your own Ukulele. Must haven Beginner class previously. Additional fee may be required for music | 33753 | Tuesdays | 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm | July 8 - August 12 | $42.00 |
Active 55 Community Programs
55 Plus Community Programs
Unless noted all programs in the table below are drop in, no registration required.
| Activity | Dates/Times | Location | Cost | More Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bocce (Ladies Only) | Thursdays, May 1 - June 5 Time: 12:30 - 2:00 pm | Da Vinci Centre, 340 Waterloo St S. | $4.00 | Ladies only |
| Mixed Bocce | Thursdays, May 1 - June 5 Time: 2:30 - 4:00 pm | Da Vinci Centre, 340 Waterloo St S. | $4.00 | Mixed |
| Darts | Wednesdays, April 30 - June 4 Time: 2:00 - 3:00 pm | Galaxy Lanes, 636 Arthur St West. | FREE | Drop in program, no registration required. Darts provided or bring your own. |
| Coffee Shop Hop | Wednesdays, May 7 - May 28 Time: 11:00 am | Locations vary | Purchase your own coffee at each location, prices can vary | For a list of locations or more details, contact julie.cooke@thunderbay.ca or call (807) 684-3066 |
| 5 Pin Bowling | Tuesdays, April 29 - May 27 Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm | Mario's Bowl 710 Memorial Ave | $18.05, bowling shoes included | |
| Outdoor Summer Walk (weather permitting) | Mondays, June 2 - August 25 10:00 am - 11:00 am | Thunder Bay 55 Plus Centre, 700 River St - meet at main doors | FREE | Take a walk through the trails around the Grandview Neighbourhood! |
| Outdoor Summer Walk (weather permitting) | Wednesdays, June 4 - August 27 | Chapples Loop Meet at the Field House with public washrooms, across from the golf course parking lot | FREE | |
| Par 3 Golf | Mondays, June 10 - August 26 1:00 pm | Northern Lights Golf Complex, 540 Twin City Cross Roads | $12.00 - pay on arrival, no registration needed. Equipment rentals available for $15 | Golfers gather outside the club house to form teams |
| Cornhole | Wednesdays, June 11 - August 27 2:00 - 3:00 pm | Thunder Bay 55 Plus Centre Back patio | FREE | Drop in, no registration required. Equipment and rules provided. |
| 55 Plus Slo-Pitch Softball League | Tuesdays & Thursdays May 27 - September 8 10:00 am - 1:00 pm | Ball Diamond behind the 55 Plus Centre, 700 River St | $30, registration required. Use code: 32242 | Receive a ball hat and team shirt. Everyone welcome! no experience needed. |
| Aqua Energizers | Tuesdays & Thursdays July 8 - August 28 11:00 am - 11:30 am | Heath Pool, 1251 Heath St | FREE | Drop in, no registration required. Bring bathing suit, towel, sunscreen and a hat. Instructed by Anne Parr |
| Picnic in the Park | Wednesday, July 23 11:30 am | Vickers Park | FREE - register your participation 33509 | Bring your lunch, a chair or blanket |
| Guided Bird watching with LRCA | Tuesday, June 24 9:30 am | Mission Island Marsh | Free - register with code 33497 | Meet in the main parking lot |
| Rock Painting in the Park | Thursday, August 14 1:30 pm | Chippewa Park | FREE -Registration code 33511 |
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