Recreation & Culture Division www.thunderbay.ca/recreation
INDEX Parks & Open Spaces Section www.thunderbay.ca/parks Golf Thunder Bay Division www.golfthunderbay.ca www.thunderbay.ca/recreation
Recreation & Culture Canada Games Complex
Registration Aquatic Lifesaving, Lifeguarding Information ...... 37 and Leadership Programs ...... 66 Child & Youth Programs ...... 61-62 Children & Youth Health and Wellness Programming ...... 59-60 Junior Inclusion Services ...... 41 Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor ...... 67
CITY OF THUNDER BAY Neighbourhood Recreation Program...... 42 Learn to Swim Programs...... 65 P.R.O. Kids ...... 38-39 Registration Procedure ...... 58 Youth Inclusion Program ...... 44 Youth Move ...... 43 Community Aquatics Older Adults 55 Plus Centres ...... 50-57 General Information...... 70 Community Centres ...... 46-49
Community Interest P.A.L Card ...... 40 To Register Quest Tech and Gaming ...... 44 Call Now! 36 Grant Opportunities...... 45 625-8463 How to Register
“Registration Hotline” 625-TIME (8463) Or Toll Free 1-844-288-4700 55 Plus Program Registration will begin February 24. All other program registrations begin March 1. After hours or when a registration agent is not available to take your call, you will be forwarded to voice mail or you can call one of the facilities listed below directly. Phone numbers are listed. We will need: the course name & code, participant name, address & postal code, date of birth & phone numbers. www.thunderbay.ca/recreation When we call back please have your Visa or Mastercard number and expiry date ready.
Do not leave credit card information on the voicemail. Payment is required at the time of registration. REGISTER TO HOW If a credit card is not available, please call 625-8463 to schedule an appointment for in-person payment.
Call a Facility Directly Victoriaville Civic Center @ 625-2351 • Churchill Pool @ 577-2538 • Canada Games Complex @ 684-3403
General Registration Information • Most programs have limited registration done on a first come, first served basis. • Payment in full must accompany registration Satisfaction Guaranteed We sincerely hope that you enjoy our programs. If not completely satisfied with your programs, please speak to the Supervisor of the program area before the SECOND class to receive a full refund. Refunds granted after the second class are pro-rated. Medical certificates may be required. No refunds after mid-point of programs. Services for People With a Disability • 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 infromation, please call 625-3220 (Children & Youth) or 684-3338 (Adults) or the the TTY Relay Service at 711. • Alternative formats of program information can be requested by contacting the Community Services Department. • Support Person – No fee is supporting a person with a PAL (Personal Attendant for Leisure) Card. • Service Animals – Permitted in all City facilities unless otherwise excluded by law from the premises. If animal is excluded by law, contact facility for staff to arrange for alternate provision of services. Staff may ask for service animal ID. • Assistive Devices – Use of these devices by people with disabilities is permitted in City facilities. CITY OF THUNDER BAY Subsidization The RECREATION & CULTURE DIVISION has a policy to assist people who wish to participate in its instructional programs. If you require assistance with program fees, you must contact the Program Supervisor 625-2351. This policy applies to registered programs directly administered by the Recreation & Culture Division. Children may apply for program assistance through P.R.O. Kids. For information call 625-3212. Receipts If you need a copy of a receipt, please call 625-2351.
COVID-19 Disclaimer:Due to COVID-19 impacts, please note that programs and services listed in the City’s section are subject to change/cancellation for the health and safety of participants. Please visit the City’s website for updates or call 625-2351. 37 Many thanks to all our partners who donate spaces in their programs to PRO Kids!
ART Dance Dynamics Studio HOCKEY CAMPS Baggage Building Arts Centre Dance for Young Children Core Hockey Camp Confedera on College Fay Gleeson Dance Centre Fox School of Hockey Gallery 33 Image Studio of Dance NWO Haley Irwin Elite Hockey School Thunder Bay Art Gallery Interna onal Dance Academy
PRO KIDS PRO Ka e Weatherston Hockey School Willow Springs Crea ve Centre Le Stelle Alpine Dancers Northern Hawks Hockey Camp BASEBALL Legacy Performing Arts Centre Northern Lakes Hockey Development Murillo Athle c Associa on Morgan School of Highland Dancing Thunderwolves Hockey Skills School TB Girls So ball Assoc. Satu’s Belly Dance & Drum www.prokidsthunderbay.ca LACROSSE ROLLER SKATING Port Arthur Na onals Spirit of Dance Thunder Bay Lacrosse League TB Jr. Roller Derby Wes ort Interna onals Studio One LEADERSHIP ROWING BASKETBALL T.B. Society of Ballet & Dance Canadian Red Cross Thunder Bay Rowing Club Blaze Basketball Club Zorya Ukrainian Dance Girl Guides of Canada RUNNING LU Athle cs Basketball DIVING NWOSSSAA Thunder Bay Meter Eaters BOWLING Thunder Bay Diving Club Roots & Branches SAILING Galaxy Lanes Thunder Country Diving St. John Ambulance Sail Thunder Bay Mario’s Bowl EQUESTRIAN Scouts Canada SEWING CAMPS Amanda’s Green Barn MARTIAL ARTS Sewing by Cherlyne Aurora Lutheran Bible Camp Barnyard Friends Black Tigers TaeKwonDo Academy SKATING Biz Kids, NWO Innova on Centre Grace Equestrian Centre CGC Isshin Ryu Fort William Figure Ska ng Club Camp Gitchigomee Royal Denver Farms Current River Isshin Ryu Karate TB Figure Ska ng Club Camp 911 Thunder Bay Therapeu c Riding Hoku Shin Karate (Shotokan) Thunder Bay Ska ng Academy Canada Games Complex FITNESS Karate North Tae Kwon Do TB Speed Ska ng Club Career Samplers (Con College) Canada Games Complex Leading Edge Gym SKIING / SNOWBOARDING Chippewa Summer Camp Con College Wellness Centre Mountainside Judo Kamview Jackrabbit Ski League Dorion Bible Camp Push Fitness Centre North End Karate Club Lappe Nordic Ski Club EcoSuperior Camp Superior Cross Fit Thunder Bay Judo Club Lappe Nordic Ski Centre Evangel Church, Day Camp Training with a Pro Clinics Thunder Bay Shintaki Wado Kai Loch Lomond Ski Area Fort William Historical Park FOOTBALL Thunder Dragons Tae Kwon Do Mount Baldy Ski Area Kakabeka Falls Bible Camp TB Minor Football Assoc. Thunder Valley Mar al Arts Norwesters Alpine Ski Club LU Athle cs Camp FRISBEE United Fighter Thunder Bay Port Arthur Ski Club NEW! Maple Tops Ac vity Centre Thunder Bay Ul mate West Thunder Karate Thunder Bay Nordic Trails Novocentre Thunder Bay GOLF Woodcrest Chitora Dojo SOCCER NRP - March Madness Golf Thunder Bay MODELING Lakehead Express Soccer Club Redwood Kids Whitewater Golf Club Shine Photo Studio Lappe & Area Local SB Science North GYMNASTICS MUSIC Lil’ Kicks Soccer Shuniah Day Camp Giant Gymnas cs Applauze Produc ons Murillo Minor Athle c Assoc Superior Science TB Gymnas cs Assoc. Avila Music School North End Mini Soccer Thunder Bay Boys & Girls Club Ul mate Gymnas cs Coran’s Music Educa on Centre Tarbu Street Soccer Club Thunder Bay Museum HOCKEY Gentlemen of Harmony Thunder Bay Chill Soccer CANOEING Current River Comets Growing with Musik-Musikgarten Inter Lucania Soccer Club Lakehead Canoe Club Current River Mighty Mites Jennifer Arra-Happonen Piano Thunder Bay Women’s Soccer CHEERLEADING Elks Minor Hockey Assoc. Jim Krawchuk Drums SQUASH Dynamite Cheer Allstars Fort William Canadiens Kathleen's Piano Studio TB Squash Associa on TCE Titans Fort William Hurricanes Lakehead Suzuki Strings SWIMMING CLIMBING Grandview Rec. Hockey Lakehead Youth Choir Canada Games Complex Boulder Bear Climbing Hockey NW Ontario-Clinics Make Some Noise Music Studio Churchill Pool CODING KC Minor Hockey Marvelous Music Makers Heath, Widnall Pools - CTB MagiCode Neebing Minor Hockey Mr. J’s Music Studio Northwest Narwhal Swim Club COOKING North End Flames Music Workshop Superior Sea Lions Swim Club CITY OF THUNDER BAY Confedera on College Northwood Hockey League Musical Discovery w Suzanne G TB Thunderbolts Swim Club CURLING Norwest Minor Hockey Assoc. Sharon Low Piano NEW! Volunteer Pool Fort William Curling Club Port Arthur Minor Hockey Assoc. Susan’s Kindermusik TENNIS Kakabeka Falls Curling Club South End Minor Hockey TB Symphony Youth Orchestra TB Community Tennis Centre Port Arthur Curling Club Thunder Bay Beavers Tritone Music NEW! VOLLEYBALL CYCLING Thunder Bay Figh ng Walleye Valente’s Music Thunderwolves Volleyball Black Sheep Mountain Bike Club TB Minor Hockey Assoc. Vibe Music Performance Academy Superior North Volleyball Club Thunder Bay Cycling Club TB Women's Hockey Assoc. PERFORMING ARTS Ontario Volleyball Associa on DANCE VP Bearcats ACTion Arts WRESTLING Art in Mo on West End Bruins All the Daze Produc ons Lakehead Wrestling Club Chaban Ukrainian Dance Co Wes ort Hockey League Eleanor Drury Children’s Theatre YOGA Dance Basics Wes ort Maroons Magnus Theatre Discover Yoga Wes ort Rangers Paramount Live The Bodymind Centre
38 APPLY ONLINE AT PROKIDSTHUNDERBAY.CA Making it possible for children and PRO KIDS PRO youth to get involved in activities when families cannot afford the fees. www.prokidsthunderbay.ca CITY OF THUNDER BAY
39 PAL CARD PAL www.thunderbay.ca/pal
Personal Attendant for Leisure Card
A P.A.L. Card is used by a person with a disability to enable their support person access to a facility that accepts the P.A.L. Card at no cost to the support person.
P.A.L. Card applications are available at Victoriaville Civic Centre, online at www.thunderbay.ca/pal or by calling: (807) 626-6565 (under 18) or (807) 684-3338 (19 and older)
For an up to date listing of facilities that accept the P.A.L. Card please visit CITY OF THUNDER BAY www.thunderbay.ca/pal
The P.A.L. Card cannot be used on specialized transit and City Transit. Please call 684-3744 for information on their Transit I.D. Card.
40 www.thunderbay.ca/youth Meet Friends, Have Fun, Participate!
Facilitating the inclusion of Children & Youth with Exceptionalities in the Recreation & Culture Divisions’ Programming JUNIOR INCLUSION SERVICES
• JIS support is FREE! (not including registration fees) • A support meeting will be held prior to the start of the program attending • To apply for JIS support, complete a Participant Intake Form (thunderbay.ca/jis) JIS FACTS
• The seasonal support request list is used to coordinate and schedule support for children & youth in Recreation & Culture Division Programs • To Join The Support Request List email [email protected] or call (807) 626-6565 • Support is scheduled based on the Request List, participant need and staffing. • Fall / Winter / Spring up to 20 hours of support per session. SUPPORT • Support must be scheduled prior to registering in the program. REQUEST LIST REQUEST • Joining the Support Request List does NOT guarantee support.
Summer 2021 - Support Request List Opened - April 5, 2021 Fall 2021 - Support Request List Opened - July 12,2021
Regular programming listed that is supported by JIS are subject to change due to COVID-19 response, check website (www.thunderbay.ca/kids) or our Facebook Page (@ChildrenYouthThunderBay) for confirmed programming CITY OF THUNDER BAY
Fall/Winter/Spring Programs We Support in:
Summer Programsms We Support in:
41 www.thunderbay.ca/youth
Neighbourhood Recreation Program NRP is a free, inclusive registered recreation program for children in Grades 1-6 offered in the City of Thunder Bay. Participants must attend the same school where they are attending NRP. NRP runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Join our staff after the bell for crafts, games, activities and sports, as well as a • Junior Inclusion Services
NEIGHBOURHOOD RECREATION PROGRAM NEIGHBOURHOOD RECREATION daily snack! NRP starts at the school’s dismissal and runs for three hours. facilitates the inclusion of Our Leaders are trained in First Aid, the High Five participants with disabilities Principles of Healthy Childhood Development, in our programs. Behaviour Management, Inclusion, and more.
Our sites include Westmount, St Thomas and St • If you are interested in Margaret. If you are interested in registering your child, accessing JIS, please call or adding them to the waitlist please call 626-6565. 626-6565 before registering.
For Program information: Call 625-2954, e-mail [email protected] or visit thunderbay.ca (Recreation/Children and Youth) CITY OF THUNDER BAY Neighbourhood Recreation Program What we are doing to prevent the spread of COVID-19 locations, dates, times and capacity are all • Limiting site capacity subject to change due to COVID-19 response. • Daily participant and staff screening • Enhanced cleaning and handwashing Please check website • Pick up procedure has changed so parents/ (www.thunderbay.ca/kids) or our guardians are not entering the school Facebook Page (@ChildrenYouthThunderBay) • Masks will be worn by participants in grade 4 for confirmed programming. and up and encouraged for grade 1-3
42 YOUTH MOVE YOUTH www.thunderbay.ca/youth
Youth Move is for anyone between the ages of 12 and 18 looking for a place to hangout, meet some new friends and engage in fun activities! This program offers both drop-in sites and registered special events for youth.
Spring 2021 Programming Currently offering Virtual Programming for youth aged 10-18 years of age. Virtual Programming includes contact free kit pick up, link to programming and live instruction with our Youth Move Staff.
SOME OF OUR SPRING EVENTS INCLUDE: • NEW! • Homemade Gnocchi • Coding Basics • Starting a Garden • Cake Pop Party and many more • Paint Nite
Virtual Programming Events and information on how to register
as well as Drop In Site Information can be found at: CITY OF THUNDER BAY
www.facebook.com/CityofThunderBayYouth www.thunderbay.ca/en/recreation/youth-programs.aspx
43 Are you between the ages of 12 and 24? www.youthinclusion.ca YOUTH INCLUSION PROGRAM YOUTH CITY OF THUNDER BAY
44 www.thunderbay.ca/grants GRANT OPPORTUNITIES CITY OF THUNDER BAY
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Look for more Spring Programming Information in this issue of The Key for North McIntyre CC, 46 West Arthur CC and Oliver Road CC. Facility Rentals & In - House Catering Oliver Road Community Centre has rental space for weddings, showers, socials, anniversaries, meetings and special parties. Enjoy the use of our large projection screen for showing slides or movies over our stage. We also have Wi-Fi. We feature 2 rooms; the Main Hall (capacity 160) and the Oliver www.thunderbay.ca/communitycentres Room (capacity 60). We also offer full banquet catering: hot meals, cold
plates, sandwiches. Be sure to ask for a menu. COMMUNITY CENTRES
* Activities are subject to change/cancellation due to COVID-19. *
General Meeting Ladies Auxiliary Meeting Join us Thursday, June 3, 2021 First Monday of the Month at 7:00pm 1:30pm - Come Join Us!
2021 Memberships Program Registration Complete your membership March 1 – March 12. form at our office. This is your Call us during offices hours. Community Centre. $5.00 Fees are to be paid in advance.
Morning Stretch & Northern Images Art Club Relaxation Tuesdays 7:00 - 10:00pm Tues. & Thurs 9:30 - 10:30am March 16 – May 18. $30.00 March 30 - June 3 $60.00 Artists range from beginner to Stretch and move through a professional. We encourage, series of postures and routines inspire and share artistic to relax your body & mind. information with each other.
Take Pounds Off Sensibly O.R.R.A. Indoor Yard Sale & CULTURE RECREATION Tuesdays Follow us on facebook and stay 6:15 - 7:15pm Weigh Ins tuned for more information. 7:30 Meeting (downstairs) Dates to be announced. Call Tracy 683-7228
563 Oliver Rd. thunderbay.ca/oliverroadcc (807) 345-9531 oliverroadcommunitycentre Mon - Fri: 9:00 - 1:00pm thunderbay.ca/ccevents Thurs: 6:00 - 8:00pm 47 (807) 767-1400 northmcintyrereccentre.com North McIntyre
2051 Government Rd. [email protected] * Activities are subject to change/cancellation due to COVID-19. * Programs are supported by the Government of Ontario. RetroFit Low Impact Gentle Yoga - Irene Hauta Aerobics - Charlene Rogers Mon, Wed & Fri 1:30 - 2:30pm www.thunderbay.ca/communitycentres Tues & Thurs 1:00 - 2:00pm Apr 5 - May 8
COMMUNITY CENTRES Apr 5 - May 8 Cost: $90/$82.50 for members Cost: $60 / $55 for members May 9 - June 12 May 9 - June 12 Cost: $84/$77 for members Cost: $60/$55 for members Improve your strength and A fun-filled class with basic, safe flexibility, leaving you feeling and effective movements for centred and invigorated. cardio, strength and flexiblity. Quilting - Members Only NorMac Seniors - $2 drop in Thursdays 5:00 - 9:00pm Thursdays 10:00am - 12:00pm Apr 5 - May 8 $25.00 Includes VON Falls Prevention, May 9 - June 12 $25.00 gentle exercise & socialization. Bring your own project to this Covid-19 precautions in place. quilting circle. Perogy Making/Ladies Auxiliary Silver Cinema Wednesdays 9:30 - 12:00pm Fridays 2:00 - 4:00pm Cost: Free Dates: Apr 9 & 23, May 7 & 21, Come pinch some perogies June 4 with our ladies. Guys are Cost: $3 for film or $5 for film, welcome to join too. popcorn and beverage Call the office for information Enjoy films from 1940s - 2000s.
RECREATION & CULTURE RECREATION on purchasing perogies. Contact us for the film line up. Hatha Yoga - Karen Eberhardt Low Impact Aerobics - Dana Heinrich Mondays 6:30 - 7:30pm Tues & Thurs 6:00 - 7:00pm Apr 5 - May 8 Apr 5 - May 8 Cost: $67.50/$62.50 for members $60 / $55 for members May 9 - June 12 May 9 - June 12 Cost: $54/$50 for members $60/$55 for members Awaken your inner strength & A fun-filled low impact full body experience peace. workout. Great for all ages. 48 Drop in: $15 / $14 for members Drop in: $7 / $6 for members WEST ARTHUR Community Centre Facility Rentals - 625-2304 Space is available for family events, meetings and programs. Insurance is required for renters and user groups. TENTATIVE SPRING PROGRAMMING OPPORTUNITIES Spring program opportunities are dependant to Covid-19 response and Provincial Orders. Visit our website and facebook
page for updates and more information. www.thunderbay.ca/communitycentres
Table Tennis COMMUNITY CENTRES Take Pounds Off Sensibly (T.O.P.S) Ballroom Dance Yoga Fitness Classes Activities are subject to change / cancellation due to COVID-19. 1914 West Arthur St. www.thunderbay.ca/westarthurcc 577-6661 West Arthur Community Centre [email protected] thunderbay.ca/ccevents
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Saturday, June 19, 2021
For more information visit, thunderbay.ca/neighbourday 49 H U N D E R B T AY
www.thunderbay.ca/55plus PLUS CENTRE
Thunder Bay 55 Plus Centres SPRING SESSION OF REGISTERED PROGRAMS For more information call 684-3066
THUNDER BAY 55 PLUS CENTRE THUNDER BAY To register call the Hotline 625-8463
The Spring Session begins on Monday, April 12 No classes on Monday, May 24 (Centre Closed)
55 Plus Registration starts on WEDNESDAY, February 24 AT 8:30 am (NO REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED BEFORE THIS DATE)
Registration will only be done by calling the registration Hotline at 625-8463. - You must pay with VISA or MasterCard - Payments will be processed and receipts issued by email at time of registration. RECREATION & CULTURE RECREATION (Can be mailed if no email available) If you are unable to pay by credit card, you may come in to a city facility to make your payment by debit or cash but registration must be done in advance through the hotline
Thunder Bay 55 Plus Centres 700 River Street & 1914 W. Arthur Street There is no membership fee to participate. Open to everyone 55 plus or better! 50 THUNDER BAY 55 PLUS CENTRE, 700 RIVER STREET
H U N D E R B T AY PLUS CENTRE SPRING 2021 REGISTERED PROGRAMS To register by phone using VISA or MasterCard, call the HOTLINE at 625-8463. *All prices include HST*
FITNESS CLASSES NO CLASSES ON MAY 24 *All prices include HST
ACTIVITY CODE DAY TIME INSTRUCTOR FEE* www.thunderbay.ca/55plus LOW IMPACT AEROBICS MON & WED 435242 APR 12-JUN 28 1:30 – 2:30 pm L. Mork-Geurts $112 A gentle warm-up, 20 minutes of a low impact cardio workout, use of light hand weights, bands and other equipment. FUSION FITNESS TUES & THURS 435245 APR 13- JUN 29 8:35 – 9:05 am L. Mork-Geurts $66 This 1/2 hour class will fuse all the movements of yoga and Pilates together. You will metabolize and gain muscle in this amped up body resistance workout. Bring your yoga mat, water bottle and grab a chair. All fitness levels welcome
MORNING ENERGIZER GOLD MON,WED & FRI 435247 APR 12-JUN 28 8:35-9:35 am L. Mork-Geurts $168 MORNING ENERGIZER GOLD MON & WED 435248 APR 12- JUNE 28 9:45 – 10:45 am L. Mork-Geurts $112 THUNDER BAY 55 PLUS CENTRE THUNDER BAY This class will get you moving with a mixture of cardio, stretching, toning using a variety of equipment. Get moving to some fantastic music and get your morning on track with this great class.
SIMPLY STRETCHING TUES & THURS 435251 APR 13-JUNE 29 9:30 – 10:30 am L. Mork-Geurts $112 SIMPLY STRETCHING MON & WED 435242 APR 12-JUNE 28 3 – 4 pm L. Mork-Geurts $112 This beginner stretch class will start your day with flowing movements of Taiji, energizing postures of Yoga and gentle stability of Pilates. Balls, chairs and mats will be used during this fun and functional class. All fitness levels welcome.
F.I.T. TUES & FRI (Functional Interval Training) 435189 APR 13 – JUNE 18 1:30 - 2:30 pm A. Parr $102 Work your core, become strong from the inside out. Specific exercises taught to strengthen weak muscles, balance alignment and posture. This progressive class will challenge cardio & muscular strength, endurance, and flexibility
BENDER BALL FITNESS THURS 435191 APR 15-JUNE 17 1 – 2 pm A. Parr $51 This low impact class uses the little ball that does it all! Bender Balls are highly effective for strengthening core muscles, elaxingr tight muscles, increasing range of motion, and improving posture & body awareness. All fitness levels welcome.
METABOLIC POLE WALKING WED 435192 APR 14-JUNE 16 12:30 - 1:30 pm A. Parr $51 This class takes place outside so dress accordingly. Learn how to train your metabolic system, to utilize fats in the body through a variety & CULTURE RECREATION of intervals, learn about heart rates, oxygen use and ways to reduce belly fat all while having fun!
ZUMBA GOLD TUES 435197 APR 13 – JUNE 15 1:30 – 2:30 pm K. Gorst-Vigliarolo $51 ZUMBA GOLD THURS 435199 APR 15 – JUNE 17 3:15 – 4:15 pm K. Gorst-Vigliarolo $51 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 more healthy you! This program is exhilarating, effective and easy to follow.
HOOP IT UP! FRI 435254 APR 16-JUNE 26 10 – 11 am L. Mork-Geurts $56 This fitness class is fun and will help you meet your fitness goals. Use a hula hoop in a whole new way as an exercise tool for stretching, strengthening and to help you improve your balance and flexibility. 51 THUNDER BAY 55 PLUS CENTRE, 700 RIVER STREET
FITNESS & WELLNESS NO CLASSES ON MAY 24 *All prices include HST ACTIVITY CODE DAY TIME INSTRUCTOR FEE* JUST FOR GUYS FITNESS MON & WED 435258 APR 12-JUNE 21 9 – 10 am D. Ortgiese $102 JUST FOR GUYS FITNESS TUES & THURS 435257 APR 13-JUNE 17 9 – 10 am D. Ortgiese $102
www.thunderbay.ca/55plus 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.
AFTERNOON ENERGIZER TUES & THURS 435255 APR 13-JUNE 24 3 – 4 pm L. Mork-Geurts $112 This class will get you moving with a mixture of cardio, stretching, toning using a variety of equipment. Get moving to some fantastic music and get your week on track with this great class.
SOLID GOLD FITNESS MON 435491 APR 12 – JUNE 21 3 - 4 pm L. Winter $51 A high energy fitness workout for your core and upper body strength as well as cardio, balance, glutes and abs; using weights, bands, balls and more all set to your favorite solid gold tunes!
FUNCTIONALLY FIT TUES & THURS 435489 APR 13- JUNE 17 10:30 – 11:30 am L. Winter $102 THUNDER BAY 55 PLUS CENTRE THUNDER BAY This class trains your whole body for real life activities, such as stairs, getting up off the floor, carrying groceries and more; allowing you to maintain your independence longer. Standing movements, mat work & light weights are used. MEDITATION FOR BEGINNERS WED 435213 APR 14-JUNE 16 12 - 1 pm K. Makinen $51 Join certified yoga teacher Kaija Makinen to embrace the power of meditation in this beginner class. Learn the art of breathing, focusing and find your inner calm.
MEDITATION – ADVANCED WED 435215 APR 14-JUNE 16 10:30 – 11:30 am K. Makinen $51 If you previously enjoyed beginner meditation, get ready to take your meditation skills up a notch with our advanced class. Must have taken beginner meditation previously.
YOGA MON & WED 435330 APR 12-JUNE 21 11:30 am – 12:30 pm I. Hauta $102 YOGA TUES & FRI 435331 APR 13-JUNE 18 11:30 am – 12:30 pm I. Hauta $102 Yoga is gentle movement through stretches and postures. This class is designed for those with some previous yoga experience but not necessary. You will expand on previously learned postures. Please note that all positions can be modified to meet participant’s needs.
SIT AND BE FIT MON 435239 APR 12 – JUNE 21 10:30 – 11:30 am L. Young $51
RECREATION & CULTURE RECREATION SIT AND BE FIT THURS 435240 APR 15-JUNE 24 11 am – 12 pm L. Young $51 A seated workout including cardio, rhythmic movement, core exercises and balance utilizing weights, bands, bender balls and more. Come exercise to music and have fun keeping fit!
CHAIR/SEATED YOGA LEVEL 1 435216 TUES 9:30 – 10:30 am K. Makinen $51 CHAIR/SEATED YOGA LEVEL 1 435217 TUES 11 am -12 pm K. Makinen $51 CHAIR/SEATED YOGA LEVEL 1 435218 WED 9 – 10 am K. Makinen $51 CHAIR/SEATED YOGA LEVEL 2 435219 FRI 9 - 10 am K. Makinen $51 All Chair Yoga classes begin the week of April 12 and end the week of June 14 In this class you will enjoy an hour of stretching, toning, & breathing exercises. Using the chair, learn basic yoga postures and breathing techniques designed to strengthen and bring flexibility to your body and mind. All levels of ability welcome. Level 2 same as level 1 with more balancing postures added. 52 THUNDER BAY 55 PLUS CENTRE, 700 RIVER STREET
FITNESS & WELLNESS NO CLASSES ON MAY 24 *All prices include HST ACTIVITY CODE DAY TIME INSTRUCTOR FEE*
KEEP MOVING WITH PARKINSON’S MON & WED 11:15am- 435201 APR 12-JUNE 16 12:15pm K. Gorst-Vigliarolo $102 TUES
KEEP MOVING WITH PARKINSON’S www.thunderbay.ca/55plus 435203 APR 13-JUNE 15 3 – 4 pm K. Gorst-Vigliarolo $51 KEEP MOVING WITH PARKINSON’S FRI 435202 APR 16-JUNE 18 9 – 10 am D. Ortgiese $51 This class is specifically designed for those with Parkinson’sDisease. Includes aerobic conditioning, functional strengthening, and mobility and balance exercises.
STRENGTH IN MOTION MON 435205 APR 12–JUNE 21 10 – 11 am K. Gorst-Vigliarolo $51 STRENGTH IN MOTION WED 435206 APR 14-JUNE 16 10 – 11 am K. Gorst-Vigliarolo $51
LATIN LINE DANCING - BEG THURS 435494 APR 15-JUNE 17 9 – 10 am A. Del Rosario $51
Line dancing isn't just country and western anymore! It's modern, urban sophistication, flowing waltz and night club rhythm and Latin 55 PLUS CENTRE THUNDER BAY flavour. It is FUN, GREAT EXERCISE and YOU DON'T NEED A PARTNER.
LATIN LINE DANCING - INT THURS 435496 APR 15 – JUNE 17 10:30 – 11:30 am A. Del Rosario $51 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.
YOGA FIT – HATHA YOGA WED & FRI M. Levanto 435497 APR 14-JUNE 18 10:30 am – 12pm Gleeson $102 A fitness class with yoga moves as a base. Focus is on balance, coordination, stretching and strengthening using movement, strength training and the use of balls and bands.
*NEW* THE SPARTAN WITHIN TUES & THURS 435500 APR 13 – JUNE 3 3 – 4 pm G. Hoogsteen $82 This high intensity progressive class will give you a full body workout that will bring out the Spartan in you! This class is for men and women who want to bring their fitness to the next level.
*NEW* GETTING TO THE CORE TUES 435539 APR 13- JUNE 1 12pm – 1pm G. Hoogsteen $42 This cardio interval exercise class focuses on strengthening the core while burning belly fat, and getting a great cardio workout. Made up of warmups, cardio/muscle training and cool down/stretching, and is for both men and women. & CULTURE RECREATION
TAI CHI CLASSES NO CLASSES ON MAY 24 *All prices include HST ACTIVITY CODE DAY TIME INSTRUCTOR FEE* WHOLE BODY TAIJI QIGONG FRI 435501 APR 16 – JUNE 4 11am -12 pm S. Mackenzie $42 This class is a good introduction to Taiji and Qigong but will also enhance the health benefits of those who already practice Taiji. This class encompasses unique whole body moves, along with warm up and cools down routines.
QIGONG – 6 FORMS THURS 435502 APR 15-JUNE 3 12 – 1 pm S. Mackenzie $42 Slow, gentle movements done to your own breath speed that helps improve your core strength, concentration, balance and overall health. 53 THUNDER BAY 55 PLUS CENTRE, 700 RIVER STREET
VISUAL ARTS COURSES NO CLASSES ON MAY 24 *All prices include HST ACTIVITY CODE DAY TIME INSTRUCTOR FEE* THE ART OF PORTRAIT MON PAINTING - ADVANCED 435541 APR 12 – JUNE 21 1 – 4 pm G. Stephens $142 This class is for the experienced watercolour painter. Portrait painting is a genre in painting, where the intent is to represent a specific human subject. If you are a skilled watercolour artist looking for a new challenge, why not try this class. www.thunderbay.ca/55plus ACRYLIC PAINTING TUES 435543 APR 13- JUNE 1 9 am – 12 pm L. Lindsey $115 Designed for those who are just starting out with acrylic painting. Everything from composition to personal expression will be covered. Individual critiques, one on one instruction and personal guidance is provided at your own pace.
WORKSHOPS Taking place at Thunder Bay 55 Plus Centre ACTIVITY CODE DAY TIME INSTRUCTOR FEE* KNITTING – SWEATER TUESDAYS 435640 MAY 4 - 18 1 – 4 pm M. Duncan $70 This workshop is for the beginner to intermediate knitter. You will learn to make a top down sweater with no seams to sew. Instructor will contact with a list of supplies needed before the class.
THUNDER BAY 55 PLUS CENTRE THUNDER BAY KNITTING - CLINIC TUESDAYS 435639 APR 13 & 20 1 – 4 pm M. Duncan $50 Brush up on your knitting skills and learn some new techniques with this 2 day workshop. You will learn the bind off methods, cast on methods, finishing basics and more. Not for beginners, must have some knitting skills already.
GEAR UP FOR GOLF WORKSHOP TUES & THURS 435193 APR 20 – MAY 13 7:30 – 8:30 pm A. Parr $42 This 4 week session will focus on stretching and strengthening the muscles used for golfing, aimed at helping prevent injury and getting you ready to get out on the course. Participants are asked to bring a couple of golf clubs with them.
FUXICO TECHNIQUE FRIDAYS 435548 APR 16- MAY 7 9 am – 12 pm F. Valenzuela $150 Fuxicos are flowers, made by hand out of fabric remnants. You will learn different ways to do the fuxico technique and explore how to add them on accessories, cloth, house decor, and more. Come learn about this fun Brazilian practice.
GARDENING WITH PERENNIALS TUESDAYS 435589 APR 13-MAY 18 9:30am-12pm L. Parker $75 Learn the basics and intermediate gardening techniques such as soil preparation, fertilizing, and plant care. Learn all about perennials and how to make a beautiful producing garden full of colour, form and foliage for every season! RECREATION & CULTURE RECREATION
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VISUAL ARTS NO CLASSES ON MAY 24 *All prices include HST ACTIVITY CODE DAY TIME INSTRUCTOR FEE* GUITAR LESSONS – GREEN WED GROUP 435549 APR 14 – JUNE 16 1:30 – 2:30 pm T. O’Brien $120 Continuation of the Winter session classes.
GUITAR LESSONS – BEGINNERS WED www.thunderbay.ca/55plus 435550 APR 14-JUNE 16 9:30–10:30am T. O’Brien $120 Continuation of the Winter lessons, guitar and music stand necessary. Continuing with book 1
GUITAR LESSONS – PURPLE TUES GROUP 435551 APR 13- JUNE 15 11 am – 12pm T O’Brien $120 Continuation of the Winter lessons, guitar and music stand necessary. Will finish book 2 and musical arrangements
GUITAR LESSONS – BLUE WED GROUP 435552 APR 14 – JUNE 16 11am – 12pm T. O’Brien $120 Continuation of the Winter lessons, guitar and music stand necessary.
UKULELE - INTERMEDIATE 435553 TUESDAYS 1 – 2 pm M. Morrow $50 APR 13 – JUNE 1 55 PLUS CENTRE THUNDER BAY If you’ve taken the beginner class, then join this next level group to jam together!
PERFORMANCE UKULELE: THURSDAYS ADVANCED 435554 APR 15 – JUNE 3 1 – 2 pm M. Morrow $50 This is for those who have taken the beginner and the intermediate Ukulele in the past and are ready to move on to the advanced level
FRENCH LEVEL 1 MONDAY 435210 APR 12 – JUNE 21 9:30 – 11:30 am M. Langevin $100 FRENCH LEVEL 2 MONDAY 435212 APR 12 – JUNE 14 1 – 3pm M. Langevin $100 FRENCH LEVEL 3 WEDNESDAYS 435209 APR 15 – JUNE 3 9:30 – 11:30 am M. Langevin $100
FRENCH LEVEL BEGINNER 435211 WEDNESDAYS APR 15 – JUNE 3 1 – 3 pm M. Langevin $100 Ces’t la vie!! JoiJoin our fun and knowledgeable French instructor to learn some basics of French to help you in your travels!
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For more information call Twyla or Suzanne at 684-3471 or email [email protected]. Visit our website at www.thunderbay.ca/55plus ȗȗ Ǥ Ǥ 55 THUNDER BAY 55 PLUS CENTRE, 700 RIVER STREET
TECH CLASSES – Apple Classes NO CLASSES ON MAY 24 *All prices include HST ACTIVITY CODE DAY TIME INSTRUCTOR FEE* IPAD BEGINNER TUESDAYS 435555 APR 13 – MAY 18 10am – 12pm D. Brown $90
IPAD BEGINNER 435556 WEDNESDAYS 10am – 12pm D. Brown $90 www.thunderbay.ca/55plus MAY 5 – JUNE 9 This class is for individuals that own an APPLE iPad and wish to learn the basics. You will learn about texting, emails, contacts, calendars, taking pictures, apps and so much more. Please bring your Apple ID user name & password.
IPAD INTERMEDIATE TUESDAYS 435562 APR 13 – MAY 18 1 – 3 pm D. Brown $90 IPAD INTERMEDIATE WEDNESDAYS 435563 MAY 5-JUNE 9 1 – 3 pm D. Brown $90 This class is best for those with some iPad experience. You will learn more in depth editing of photo’s, video’s, panoramic settings, apps, free downloading, split screens, Facetime, copy and pasting items as well as individual likes. With a small class size, you get one on one and group class time. Please know or bring your Apple ID user name & password
WINDOWS 10 TUES & THURS 435575 MAY 4 - 20 9 – 11 am G. Reguly $ 90 THUNDER BAY 55 PLUS CENTRE THUNDER BAY This class is well suited for beginners or those wanting to brush up on Windows 10. This class focuses on how to navigate the software changes in Windows 10 and how to optimize the use of your computer.
ANDROID PHONE TUES & THURS 435579 APR 13 - 29 9 – 11 am G. Reguly $90 Want to use your android phone for more than just phone calls? This class will show you the basics of how to use your phone and a variety of apps to get the most from your android.
ALL ABOUT PHOTOS FOR IPADS FRIDAYS 435569 APR 23-MAY 7 1 – 3 pm D. Brown $35 ALL ABOUT PHOTOS FOR IPADS THURSDAYS 435571 MAY 27-JUNE 10 1 – 3 pm D. Brown $35 Learn how to organize your photo’s into albums, enhance photos and much more all on your iPad.
LEARN TO ZOOM FRIDAY 435572 APR 16 1 – 3 pm D. Brown $25 LEARN TO ZOOM FRIDAY 435573 MAY 14 10am – 12pm D. Brown $25 LEARN TO ZOOM FRIDAY 435574 JUNE 15 1 – 3 pm D. Brown $25
RECREATION & CULTURE RECREATION Learn how to organize your photo’s into albums, enhance photos and much more all on your iPad.
ALL ABOUT SAFARI FRIDAY 435568 MAY 21 10am – 12 pm D. Brown $20 Learn what’s new with Safari 10 and how to optimize your use of it.
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56 WEST ARTHUR COMMUNITY CENTRE, 1914 W. ARTHUR STREET SPRING 2021 REGISTERED PROGRAMS Located at 1914 Arthur St. W – your south side location for 55 plus programs! For information about programs listed, please call 625-3135 or to register by phone using VISA or MasterCard….Call 625-8463. *All prices include HST* www.thunderbay.ca/55plus
FITNESS & WELLNESS No Classes April 10, 11, 13 & May 18 *All prices include HST ACTIVITY CODE DAY TIME INSTRUCTOR FEE* HATHA YOGA FIT THURS 435498 APR 15-JUNE 17 10:30 -12:00 PM M. Gleeson $ 76 A fitness class with yoga moves as a base. Focus is on balance, coordination, stretching and strengthening using movement, strength training and the use of balls and bands.
ZUMBA STRETCH! FRI 435198 APR 16-JUNE 18 1:30 – 2:30pm L. Mork-Geurts $51 Get in the Groove with this fun Zumba dance class, moves are easy to follow and you won’t even realize you’re working out! Enjoy a nice stretch and cool down at the end of the class. 55 PLUS CENTRE THUNDER BAY
VISUAL ARTS & WORKSHOPS *All prices include HST ACTIVITY CODE DAY TIME INSTRUCTOR FEE* ACRYLIC PAINTING FRI 435542 APR 16-JUNE 4 9 am – 12 pm L. Lindsey $115 Designed for those who are just starting out with acrylic painting. Everything from composition to personal expression will be covered. Individual critiques, one on one instruction and personal guidance is provided at your own pace. WATERCOLOURS – FLORALS MON L. Fidler $115 & BIRDS 435544 APR 12-JUNE 7 1 - 4 pm This course is for experienced painters. It will cover colour theory, using the colour wheel for mixing of colours and various painting techniques with the focus on a direct/realistic style. Florals and birds are the main subjects covered.
COLOURED PENCIL THURS L. Fidler $115 435546 Apr 15-June 3 1 - 4 pm This course is for experienced painters. It will cover colour theory, using the colour wheel for mixing of colours and various painting techniques with the focus on a direct/realistic style. Florals and birds are the main subjects covered. WED ABSTRACT MIXED MEDIA & CULTURE RECREATION 435194 APR 14- JUNE 16 1 – 4 pm P. Izsak $142 Let's go Abstract - Express yourself through the magic of Mixed Media Painting. During these classes you will use acrylics, mediums, collage papers, and a variety of embellishments. This class will be freeing, fun and forgiving - perfect to relax and explore new possibilities. A list of supplies will be provided prior to start of classes. Some supplies will be available for purchase from instructor.
WATERCOLOUR & BEYOND! TUES 435195 APR 13- JUNE 15 1 -4 pm P. Izsak $142 Watercolour is a wonderful medium which can be made even more magical with the addition of inks, pastels, coloured pencil, watercolour pencil, gouache, gesso, powdered pigments, and charcoal. We will also be adding the use of stencils and collage papers. The possibilities are endless. A list of supplies will be provided prior to start of classes.
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