Summer Fitness Classes Description and Schedules
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Summer Fitness will run in 2 mini sessions:
- Session 1 will run from June 30, 2025 to August 3, 2025 (4 weeks)
- Session 2 will be from August 4, 2025 to August 31, 2025 (5 weeks)
Check out our class description and times below. You must be 18 years of age or older to participate, unless otherwise noted. Drop-in spaces are limited, please call to confirm.
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During Summer Fitness session please read location description carefully. Not all classes take place at the Town Park Recreation Centre.
Chair Yoga (55+)
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Chair Yoga is a gentle class adapting yoga poses with a chair. This class cultivates awareness and deep relaxation through meditation, breath work, and gentle stretches.
July Session:
- Age: 55+
- Wednesdays: 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Drop ins available for July session.
- Fitness Classification: General Mat or Specialized Chair - participant capacity 16
- Location:
August Session:
- Age: 55+
- Wednesdays: 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Fitness Classification: General Mat or Specialized Chair - participant capacity 16
- Location:
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Functional Fitness Level 1 (55+)
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This class is for those who have limited mobility and want to focus on range of motion, strengthening major muscle groups, and improving balance. Chairs will be available for those who need them; however, they will not be used for the entire duration of class. Through the use of yoga balls, resistance bands and light weights you will gain strength and confidence in your abilities and improve your day-to-day life!
July Session:
- Age: 55+
- Tuesdays: 9:15 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. This class is full. No drop ins available for July session.
- Thursdays: 9:15 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Drop ins available for July session.
- Fitness Classification: General Fitness/Chair - participant capacity 20
- Location:
There is no class on Tuesday July 1.
August Session:
- Age: 55+
- Tuesdays: 9:15 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
- Thursdays: 9:15 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
- Fitness Classification: General Fitness/Chair - participant capacity 20
- Location:
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Functional Fitness Level 2 (55+)
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This class is for those who have limited mobility and want to focus on range of motion, strengthening major muscle groups, and improving balance. Chairs will be available for those who need them; however, they will not be used for the entire duration of class. Through the use of yoga balls, resistance bands and light weights you will gain strength and confidence in your abilities and improve your day-to-day life!
July Session:
- Age: 55+
- Tuesdays: 10:15 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. This class is full. No drop ins available for July session.
- Thursdays: 10:15 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Drop ins available for July session.
- Fitness Classification: General Fitness/Chair - participant capacity 20
- Location:
There is no class on Tuesday July 1.
August Session:
- Age: 55+
- Tuesdays: 10:15 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
- Thursdays: 10:15 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
- Fitness Classification: General Fitness/Chair - participant capacity 20
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Functional Flow
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Functional Flow is designed to build strength, mobility, and resilience. The first 40 minutes will focus on dynamic movement, blending weight lifting, bodyweight plyometrics, and functional exercises to enhance stability, coordination, and power. The remaining 20 minutes of deep recovery, using targeted yoga-inspired stretches and myofascial release techniques with therapy balls to ease tension, improve flexibility, and restore balance. This class is perfect for those looking to move better, feel stronger, and recover smarter. All levels welcome!
July Session:
- Age: 18+
- Tuesdays: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Drop ins are available for July session.
- Fitness Classification: General Mat or Specialized Chair - participant capacity 16
- Location:
There is no class on Tuesday July 1.
August Session:
- Age: 18+
- Tuesdays: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Fitness Classification: General Mat or Specialized Chair - participant capacity 16
- Location:
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Gentle Pilates
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Pilates is low-impact exercise modality that is accessible, requires little equipment, and builds strength while helping you form a connection with your body. It blends strength and flexibility to assist in finding a new way to move from your powerhouse, the deep core muscles. It promotes postural alignment which helps with core stability and engagement. It facilitates mind-body awareness, helping you move with greater strength, ease, and awareness in everything you do.
July Session:
- Age: 18+
- Fridays: 10:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Drop ins available for July session.
- Fitness Classification: General Mat or Specialized Chair - participant capacity 16
- Location:
August Session:
- Age: 18+
- Fridays: 10:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
- Fitness Classification: General Mat or Specialized Chair - participant capacity 16
- Location:
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Gentle Yoga Flow
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Gentle Flow Yoga is a practice of poses in a sequence which forms a gradual flow into the deeper aspect of the stretch to connect with your body, improve flexibility, strength, and overall health. This class is less intense than a Flow Yoga class and focuses on slow, thoughtful movements which are accessible to all levels. Bolsters are used in every practice.
July Session:
- Age: 18+
- Fridays: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. This class is full. No drop ins available for July session.
- Fitness Classification: General Mat or Specialized Chair - participant capacity 16
- Location:
August Session:
- Age: 18+
- Fridays: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
- Fitness Classification: General Mat or Specialized Chair - participant capacity 16
- Location:
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Line Dancing
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Enjoy music and movement during this beginner level Line Dancing class. Join your friends and dance along to repeating sequences of steps while arranged in one or more rows.
July Session:
- Age: 18+
- Mondays: 12:45 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. Drop ins available for July session.
- Wednesdays: 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. This class is full. No drop ins available for July session.
- Fitness Classification: General Fitness/Chair - participant capacity 20
- Location:
There is no class on Monday July 7 and Wednesday July 9.
August Session:
- Age: 18+
- Mondays: 12:45 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.
- Wednesdays: 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Fitness Classification: General Fitness/Chair - participant capacity 20
- Location:
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Muscle Strengthening and Conditioning - Entry Level
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Using small weights and your own body weight, participants will go through a series of exercises to help improve posture, strengthen muscles and learn to stretch correctly to benefit the entire body.
July Session:
- Age: 18+
- Wednesdays: 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Drop ins available for July session.
- Fitness Classification: General Fitness/Chair - participant capacity 20
- Location:
August Session:
- Age: 18+
- Wednesdays: 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Fitness Classification: General Fitness/Chair - participant capacity 20
- Location:
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Muscle Strengthening and Conditioning
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Using small weights and your own body weight, participants will go through a series of exercises to help improve posture, strengthen muscles and learn to stretch correctly to benefit the entire body.
July Session:
- Age: 18+
- Tuesdays: 8:05 a.m. to 9:05 a.m. Drop ins available for July session.
- Thursdays: 8:05 a.m. to 9:05 a.m. Drop ins available for July session.
- Fitness Classification: General Fitness/Chair - participant capacity 20
- Location:
There is no class on Tuesday July 1.
August Session:
- Age: 18+
- Tuesdays: 8:05 a.m. to 9:05 a.m.
- Thursdays: 8:05 a.m. to 9:05 a.m.
- Fitness Classification: General Fitness/Chair - participant capacity 20
- Location:
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Music, Movement, and Mindfulness (55+)
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| Leave your worries behind as you are immersed in a class that focuses on awareness and breath, while combining gentle stretches choreographed to beautiful music. Each class incorporates stretching, breath work, a little dance movement and a gratitude meditation, all while being comfortably seated in a chair.
This course is for individuals aged 55 and older.
July Session:
- Age: 18+
- Mondays: 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Drop ins available for July session.
- Fitness Classification: General Mat or Specialized Chair - participant capacity 16
- Location:
There is no class on Monday July 7.
August Session:
- Age: 18+
- Mondays: 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Fitness Classification: General Mat or Specialized Chair - participant capacity 16
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Outdoor 20/20/20
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| Join us for an outdoor 20/20/20 style fitness class at the Lower Field of TPRC.
20 minutes for strength training. 20 minutes for cardiovascular work. 20 minutes for stretching. This full body outdoor class will leave your entire body feeling strong!
July Session:
- Ages: 18+
- Saturdays: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
- Fitness Classification: General Fitness/Chair - participant capacity 20
- Location: Lower Field at
- Inclement Weather Location:
This class is cancelled for July session.
August Session:
- Ages: 18+
- Saturdays: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
- Fitness Classification: General Fitness/Chair - participant capacity 20
- Location: Lower Field at
- Inclement Weather Location:
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Pilates Matwork
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Dive deeper into the principles of the Pilates method with 'Pilates Matwork'. With a focus on strength, trunk stability, alignment, and breath - you will gain a deeper understanding of your own body. This class uses a wide variety of props to help you build your mind-muscle and mind-body connection.
July Session:
- Ages: 18+
- Mondays: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. This class is full. No drop ins available for July session.
- Thursdays: 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Drop ins available for July session.
- Saturdays: 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Drop ins available for July session.
- Fitness Classification: Specialized Mat Class - participant capacity 12
- Location:
No class on Thursday July 24.
August Session:
- Ages: 18+
- Mondays: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
- Thursdays: 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
- Saturdays: 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
- Fitness Classification: Specialized Mat Class - participant capacity 12
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YIN Yoga
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Yin yoga is a passive practice without muscular tension and practicing soft, effortless breathing. Props like bolster, blanket, blocks are used in positions so one can ease into a Yin pose. Each pose is held up to 3-5 mins. The stressing, stretching and compressing can affect the layers of deep tissue and the fascia. Participants are encouraged to bring their own blanket. Other props are provided.
July Session:
- Ages: 18+
- Mondays: 10:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. This class is full. No drop ins available for July session.
- Fitness Classification: Specialized Mat Class - participant capacity 12
- Location:
August Session:
- Ages: 18+
- Mondays: 10:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
- Fitness Classification: Specialized Mat Class - participant capacity 12
- Location:
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Yoga
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A yoga class, incorporating, breath, body awareness and gentle stretches. Let go of stress and unwind bringing balance and relaxation into your life.
July Session:
- Age: 18+
- Tuesdays: 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Drop ins available for July session.
- Fitness Classification: General Mat or Specialized Chair - participant capacity 16
- Location: East Beach
- Inclement Weather Location:
- What to bring: yoga mat, hat, sunscreen, water, appropriate clothing, towel if needed.
There is no class on Tuesday July 1.
August Session:
- Age: 18+
- Tuesdays: 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- Fitness Classification: General Mat or Specialized Chair - participant capacity 16
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Yoga Flow
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Yoga Flow is a Vinyasa style of yoga, which involves continuous movement from start to finish, with a focus on breath and body alignment.
July Session:
- Ages: 18+
- Wednesdays: 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. This class is full. No drop ins available for July session.
- Fitness Classification: General Mat or Specialized Chair - participant capacity 16
- Location:
August Session:
- Ages: 18+
- Wednesdays: 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
- Fitness Classification: General Mat or Specialized Chair - participant capacity 16
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Zumba® Gold (55+)
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Zumba Gold is great for older adults who are looking for a modified, lower-intensity Zumba® class. The design of the class introduces easy-to-follow Zumba® choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination. Come ready to sweat and prepare to leave empowered and feeling strong. This course is for individuals aged 55 and older.
July Session:
- Mondays: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Drop ins available for July session.
- Fitness Classification: General Fitness/Chair - participant capacity 20
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There is no class on Monday July 7.
August Session:
- Mondays: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Fitness Classification: General Fitness/Chair - participant capacity 20
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Zumba® Gold Chair (55+)
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Zumba® Gold seated is perfect for those with mobility or balance issues. This fun class incorporates easy-to-follow dance moves in a chair, beautifully choreographed to music from around the world. Be prepared to get a great workout and leave with a smile on your face! This course is for individuals aged 55 and older.
July Session:
- Wednesdays: 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Drop ins available for July session.
- Fitness Classification: General Fitness/Chair - participant capacity 20
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There is no class on Wednesday July 9.
August Session:
- Wednesdays: 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
- Fitness Classification: General Fitness/Chair - participant capacity 20
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FREE Summer Free Fit Series
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Our Summer Free Fit Series highlights the Municipalities various parks and green spaces. Enjoy a free fitness class every week - various locations, days and times. Come on out to enjoy fitness classes of all varieties. Yoga, Pilates and Fitness style classes are available throughout the summer. Be active this summer, explore our parks and trails with us! Ages: 16 years+
Outdoor Circuit Fitness Class - July 3
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Meet us at Cavan St Park for a free evening fitness class! You will be put through a variety of full body exercises using our outdoor fitness equipment and body weight exercises. Enjoy the scenery of the Ganaraska River while you strengthen your body!
What to bring: Appropriate clothing and footwear, sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen), water bottle.
- Date: Thursday, July 3
- Location: Cavan Street Park by the fitness equipment
- Time: 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
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Outdoor Bootcamp - July 6
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Join us for a Sunday morning sweat session at Wladyka Park! This bootcamp style class will cover all your fitness needs! 20 minutes strength, 20 minutes cardio and 20 minutes mobility!
What to bring: Water, hand towel for sweat, appropriate clothing (shoes and clothing), sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen).
Please note: This will be a high intensity class in potentially hot weather. Please ensure you take appropriate precautions.
- Date: Sunday, July 6 at
- Location: Wladyka Park
- Time: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
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Outdoor Pilates Matwork - July 20
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Join us for a peaceful Sunday morning under the Willow Trees at Trefusis Park. This free Pilates Matwork class will highlight full body classical exercises that will help you create strength and stability in your body.
What to bring: Yoga mat, water, appropriate clothing, sun protection (sunglasses, sunscreen, hat).
- Date: Sunday, July 20
- Location: Trefusis Park
- Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
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Low Impact Circuit - July 21
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Interested in Circuit training but not sure where to start? Come and try this free Low Impact Circuit class at Farley Mowat Park! Gentle on the joints but big impact for heart and muscles!
What to bring: Water, sweat towel, yoga mat, appropriate footwear and clothing, sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen).
Please note: Your heart rate will be elevated in potentially high heat. Please ensure you take appropriate precautions.
- Date: Monday, July 21
- Location: Farley Mowat Park. Meet on cement pad by the bridge.
- Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
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Outdoor Beach Yoga - July 30
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Join us at East Beach for a relaxing and meditative yoga class. Incorporating breath, body awareness and gentle stretches. Let go of stress and unwind bringing balance and relaxation into your life.
What to bring: Yoga mat, water, appropriate clothing, towel if needed, sweat towel, appropriate footwear and clothing, sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen).
- Date: Wednesday, July 30
- Location: East Beach
- Time: 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
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Outdoor Hatha Yoga - August 6
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Join us at Hatha Yoga to improve balance and well-being. Creating harmony between the physical body and the mind through a series of postures and breathing exercises.
What to bring: Yoga mat, water, appropriate clothing, towel if needed, sweat towel, appropriate footwear and clothing, sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen).
- Date: Wednesday, August 6
- Location: East Beach
- Time: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
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Outdoor Flow & Restore Yoga - August 14
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Combine the invigorating movement of Vinyasa Flow with the deep relaxation of Restorative Yoga at our outdoor Flow and Restore Yoga class. This balanced approach helps to release tension, promote relaxation, and cultivate a sense of calm and balance.
What to bring: Yoga mat, water, appropriate clothing, towel if needed, sweat towel, appropriate footwear and clothing, sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen).
- Date: Tuesday, August 14
- Location: Trefusis Park
- Time: 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
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Outdoor Bootcamp - August 19
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Join us for a Tuesday evening sweat session at the Town Park Recreation Centre Lower Fields! This bootcamp style class will cover all your fitness needs! 20 minutes strength, 20 minutes cardio and 20 minutes mobility!
What to bring: Yoga mat, Water, hand towel for sweat, appropriate clothing (shoes and clothing), sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen).
Please note: This will be a high intensity class in potentially hot weather. Please ensure you take appropriate precautions.
- Date: Tuesday, August 19
- Location: Town Park Recreation Centre Lower Fields
- Time: 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
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Outdoor Beach Yoga - August 27
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Join us at East Beach for a relaxing and meditative yoga class. Incorporating breath, body awareness and gentle stretches. Let go of stress and unwind bringing balance and relaxation into your life.
What to bring: Yoga mat, water, appropriate clothing, towel if needed, sweat towel, appropriate footwear and clothing, sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen).
- Date: Wednesday, August 27
- Location: East Beach
- Time: 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
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Outdoor Circuit Strength - August 28
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| Join us at Cavan St Park for a free evening fitness class! You will be put through a variety of full body exercises using our outdoor fitness equipment and body weight exercises. Enjoy the scenery of the Ganaraska River while you strengthen your body!
What to bring: Appropriate clothing and footwear, yoga mat, sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen), water bottle.
- Date: Thursday, August 28
- Location: Cavan Street Park by the fitness equipment
- Time: 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
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Fitness Class Gear Essentials List
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What you should bring:
- Water bottle
- Supportive footwear suited to your activity:
- Please bring indoor shoes and remove outdoor shoes in the lobbies or outside the classrooms to avoid tracking mud, salt, water, etc. into the classroom.
- Please do not wear shoes on the yoga mats
- Some classes, like yoga, are done barefoot. You can inquire about this at registration or any other time.
- Comfortable breathable clothing
- A positive attitude
- Stability ball (certain classes only)
What we provide (feel free to bring your own if you prefer):
- Mats for floor work/Yoga mats
- Yoga blocks
- Yoga straps
- Yoga bolsters
- Weights
- Stability ball (limited supply)
- Resistance bands
Nice to have:
- Towel
- Yoga essentials such as yoga blanket, bolsters or straps (certain classes)
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Fitness Capacities and Safety
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Fitness capacities are essential to ensuring a safe, accessible, fun experience for everyone. Factors that determine the capacity are:
- Safety
- Complexity and level of the fitness class
- Medical needs of the participants
- Square footage of the room per person
- Suitable fitness spaces
Capacity of classes
- Specialized Mat Classes – 12 max participants
- General Mat or Specialized Chair Class – 16 max participants
- General Fitness/Chair – 20 max participants
To determine the capacity of your class please look at the class description. |
Fitness Fees
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Here are the fitness fees, there are two options for payment, registering for the entire session, or purchasing a drop-in pass.
Fitness fees for the Summer Session:
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Mini Session 1 (July):
- 4 weeks (Adult) $41.86 (HST included)
- 4 weeks (Senior) $26.88 (HST included)
- 4 weeks (55+ membership) $20.68 (HST Included)
Mini Session 2 (August):
- 5 weeks (Adult) $51.70 (HST included)
- 5 weeks (Senior) $33.61 (HST included)
- 5 weeks (55+ membership) $25.85 (HST Included)
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2025 Fitness Drop-In Fees
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We are now offering a drop-in option for fitness classes. You can drop into a fitness class as long as the class isn't full. Drop-In participants will be accepted on a first come first serve basis. Please call the the Town Park Recreation Centre ahead of time to ensure the class isn't full.
Fitness Drop-In Fees (includes HST)
| Age |
Cost: Drop-In (1 visit) |
Cost: Drop-In 10 pass |
Cost: Drop-In 20 pass |
| Adults |
$10.25 |
$82.00 |
$153.75
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Seniors, Ages 55+
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$6.75 |
$54.00 |
$101.25
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| 55+ Membership |
$5.25 |
$42.00 |
$78.75
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Summer Registration Details
