Southdale Seniors – Public Skating Update 11/28/2024
Please note that the Southdale Arena has added another weekday hour of seniors public skating.
Effective Monday December 2nd our Southdale Seniors (with a valid membership) can skate on the West Rink Mondays from 12 P.M. – 1 P.M.
There will be NO Monday public skating Monday December 30th as well as Monday February 17th.
The skate Monday December 23rd (only) will run from 11 A.M. – 12 P.M.
Enjoy, as the Southdale Board of Directors puts the “community back in community center”.
Southdale Seniors
Classes and activities will resume September 9, 2024.
Membership fee will remain $15 for September 1, 2024-August 31, 2025.
Membership and class applications will be accepted online or in person starting September 3.
Exercise Programs
Classes are now confirmed for 2024-25! We are excited to have all instructors returning to Southdale for the coming season.
Southdale Community Centre is committed to offering programs to the community. It is important for our Southdale Seniors members to be able to stay active under a safe environment for all participants.
Membership required for all multiple drop in classes. NEW – Classes are available in various packs of 5, 10 or 20.
20 classes – $120
10 classes – $70
5 classes – $40
All packages allow attendance at any exercise program and classes are only deducted when attending. No pre-registration or commitment required. NEW – Single drop in class with no membership $10 only available in person on the day of attending class.
Classes will carry over to the next season with the renewal of membership in the following year.
NEW – CARDIO with Regina – Mondays 9:30am
Location – Leisure Rink
Arrival Time: 15 mins prior
This class combines stand-up cardio with toning that utilizes weights, bands and other equipment for upper and lower body strength done in a chair. If you are looking for an exciting class, this is it! If you have any health issues, we can work around it. Best music in town and smilesre guaranteed. Our motto is mental health, physical health and social health for a well-rounded lifestyle.
YOGA with Avery – Mondays 10:30, Wednesdays, Fridays 9:30am
Location – Hall
Arrival time – 15 mins prior
This class is open to all levels of yoga, whether you are a beginner, have taken classes before or simply want to take another class. Enjoy a welcoming and relaxing atmosphere while learning body alignment, relaxation techniques and more.
CHAIR YOGA with Regina – Wednesdays 11:00am
Location – Hall
Arrival Time: 15 mins prior
Chair Yoga is practice and meditation in seated poses with the chair as a balance point. A melding together of breath and movement with the aid of a chair. It challenges the mind through strengthening, stretching, relaxation and breathing. It is recommended for the less agile seniors particularly for those with arthritis, osteoporosis and recovery from illness or surgery. Come out and join us for this exciting class!
STRENGTH TRAINING with Crystal – Tuesdays 10:30am, Thursdays 9:30am
Location – Hall
Arrival Time: 15 mins prior
Experience resistance training using free weights, Dynabands, balls and various other equipment. This class includes warm-up, cardio, muscle strengthening and endurance and cool down.
GENTLE FIT with Regina- Thursdays 11:30am
Location – Hall
Arrival Time: 15 mins prior
This class is for seniors that are just beginning or continuing a mild fitness class incorporating gentle cardio, stretches, upper and lower body work, balance, and emphasis on posture. We welcome seniors with some issues like arthritis or joint pain/surgeries as exercises can be done in a chair or if comfortable standing up. Don’t be shy if you have balance issues or are using a walker or a wheel chair, we can accommodate you too! Our motto is healthy mind, healthy body and healthy social engagement through exercise! This is the key to a healthy active life.
SIT 2 B FIT with Regina – Mondays 11:00am
Location – Fitness Centre
Arrival Time: 15 mins prior
For seniors with some mobility and balance challenges. A fun-filled chair program with components of stretch, strength and some aerobics with energizing music. Live well, age well is our motto!
LINE DANCING with Noreen – Fridays BEGINNERS 11:00am; ADVANCED 1:00pm
Location – Hall
Arrival Time: 15 mins prior
Location – Hall
Arrival Time: 15 mins prior
Line dance for fun and fitness. Move to the strains of the golden oldies and mainstream tunes and the rhythms of Latin, Big Band, Pop and Country. No partner needed, just a desire to have a good time!
Activities
| Bridge | Mondays 12:30-3:30pm – HALL |
| Cards/Games | Thursdays 1:00-3:00pm – HALL |
Skating Wednesdays 12:00pm – Starting Wednesday, October 2
Indoor Walking Tuesday’s 1:30-2:30pm – Starting Tuesday, October 15
Flower Arranging – 4 sessions will be held, to be announced.