Instructional programs
UNB Recreation Services is pleased to offer a variety of instructional programs for URec members and non members. Choose from Yoga, Pilates, Dance, Core conditioning, and Karate. We also offer programs for individuals with Osteoporosis, those with neurological conditions, and most recently we've developed a post cardiac rehabilitation program. URec hires and trains certified leaders to provide exceptional program instruction. Please read below for program details and feel free to contact us for further information.
Mind/body
Fall 2013 Schedule
New! Total Barre Pilates™
Total Barre Pilates™is the hot new Pilates program that integrates elements of pilates, dance, cardio and strength training. With invigorating music, a ballet barre and a multitude of props, it's fresh, fun and for everyone! No dance experience required...no tutus required either!
Instructor: Wendy Hamelin
Day/Time: Wednesdays, 4-5pm
Fees: $50 for members; $60 for non members plus HST
Next session: Oct.23rd - Nov.20th (5 weeks)
Yoga Flow
This Vinyasa Yoga Flow class integrates breath with movement in a flowing sequence of yoga poses. Experience a beautiful intermix of yoga asanas and creative movements that vary from class to class. This program is open to beginners or those with yoga experience.
Instructor: Wendy Hamelin
Day/Time: Tuesdays, 12-1pm
Fees: $65 for members; $80 for non members plus HST
Next Session: Nov.5th - Dec.17th (7 weeks)
New! Morning Yoga Flow
Start your morning off with Vinyasa Yoga. This flow class integrates breath with movement in a flowing sequence of yoga poses. Experience a beautiful intermix of yoga asanas and creative movements that vary from class to class.
Instructor: Wendy Hamelin
Day/Time: Saturdays, 945-1045am
Fees: $50 for members; $60 for non members plus HST
Next Session: Oct.19th - Nov.16th (5 weeks)
Pilates for the Ultimate Core
Join Wendy in this ultimate Pilates core conditioning class. Experience top Pilates core exercises mixed with dynamic total body movements. External resistance may be added for those looking for an extra challenge.
Instructor: Wendy Hamelin
Day/Time: Thursdays, 12-1pm
Fees: $65 for members; $80 for non members plus HST
Next Session: Nov.7th - Dec.19th (7 weeks)
Pilates for 50+
50 is the new FIFTY! The fantastic benefits you gain in this beginner/intermediate Pilates class will transfer over to all the other activities you need and want to do. You will be amazed at how quickly your posture, balance and physical confidence will improve! Specific focus of this program includes: PhysicalMind Standing Pilates ® and contemporary Pilates mat exercises, improved strength, balance, and bone density, with emphasis on core stability for everyday movement.
Instructor: Lindsey Laidlaw-Sweeney
Day/Time: Tuesdays and/or Thursdays 9-10am
Fees: $100 for members; $120 for non members plus HST (once/week)
10% discount applies for joining twice/week
Next Session: Sept 10th - Nov.28th, 2013 (12 weeks)
Yoga for Strength & Balance
Experience a yoga class that will challenge your body and your mind. Using a combination of dynamic movement and longer held positions, we will play with the idea of letting go of self-limiting mental and physical boundaries. This program is suited for those with some yoga experience or for those looking for a complimentary mind/body challenge.
Instructor: Alina Cress
Day/Time: Monday, 445-545pm
Fees: $50 for members; $60 for non members plus HST
Next Session: Oct. 28th - Dec.9th (5 weeks-no class Nov.11th & Nov.18th)
Hot Yoga Flow
A consistent yoga practice has unlimited benefits for your mind and your body. Yoga increases your flexibility, improves strength and coordination, enhances focus, concentration and helps relieve stress. You live better and feel better. This program is suited for beginners or those with some yoga experience.
Instructor: Rachel Barrett
Day/Time: Tuesdays, 730-830pm
Fees: $50 for members; $60 for non members plus HST
Next Session: Oct.22nd - Nov.19th (5 weeks)
Workshops
CPR Level C
The Lifesaving Society Level C CPR course is a 3 1/2 hour certification providing a general overview of CPR for Adults and infants, including a presentation of the use of an AED (Automated External Defibrillator). The course takes place once/month in the J.T. Clark Seminar Room (3-22).
Instructor: Lisa Liston
Day/Time: Tuesdays, 6pm-930pm
Fees: $25 for members; $30 for non members plus HST
Next workshop: Oct.15th (CPR Level A: Adults)
Nutritional Strategies to Optimize Your Health
Nutrition plays a key role in attaining optimal benefits from workouts, health and disease risk prevention. The numerous conflicting nutritional messages creates uncertainty in what nutritional strategy one should follow. Often times this can damage health by not including key nutrients. In this session, we'll explore challenges to eating well and strategies to overcome those challenges. We'll also explore how to make nutrition work for you to attain your goals.
Instructor: Holly Heartz, MSESS, RD
Day/Time: Wednesday, 12-1pm
Fees: $12 for members; $15 for non members plus HST
Next Session: Oct. 16th
Exercise & Nutrition
In this session, we will review the basics of nutrition while elaborating on how to fuel your body pre and post exercise. This will be translated into practical food and fluid examples. Bring your questions!
Instructor: Holly Heartz, MSESS, RD
Day/Time: Wednesday, 630-730pm
Fees: $12 for members; $15 for non members plus HST
Next Session: Nov.13th
Fitness Programs
CORE-Operate
A progressive fitness program designed for those who wish to improve function, strength and tone of their core muscles. The CORE-Operate program will educate you on how to properly engage and train your core stabilizing muscles. The program is suitable for those with chronic low back pain, repetitive sprain/strain injuries to the low back, or for those who wish to have a healthier, stronger core.
Instructor: Alina Cress
Day/Time: Tues & Thurs, 7-745am
Fees: $75 for members; $90 non members plus HST
Next Session: Sept.17th - Dec.5th (12 weeks)
Wado Kai Karate
Learn the fundamentals of traditional Wado Kai Karate in this non-intimidating and educational environment. Class components include warm up, conditioning, karate fundamentals including punches, kicks and blocks. In addition, you will learn katas (choreographed movement patterns) and sparring techniques (depending on class size and interest, ‘light sparring’ may also be introduced). This program is open to those new to exercising and those interested in martial arts.
Instructor: Brent Dugdale
Day/Time: Tuesdays, 8-930pm
Fees: $65 for members; $80 for non members plus HST
Next session: Sept 17th - Nov 19th (10 weeks)
Clean & Jerk Clinic
Are you new to free weights? Do you want to improve your explosive strength, power and vertical jump? Do you want to learn a new challenging lift in the free weight room? This 5 session clinic is designed for novice lifters new to the clean and jerk, an Olympic lift, or for those looking to improve their technique.
Instructor: Dave Thomson
Day/Time: Fridays, 7-745am
Fees: $70 for members; $85 non members plus HST
Location: 1st floor Strength Centre, CURRIE CENTER
Next Session: Nov.8th - Dec. 6th (5 weeks)
Dance
New! Street Jazz Dance
Street Jazz Dance is a fusion of jazz dance, hip hop and modern done to today's music. This program is open for beginners or those with some dance experience. Must be at least 16 years old to attend.
Instructor: Angeline Ng
Date/Time: Tuesdays, 630-730pm
Fees: $65 for members; $80 for non members plus HST
Next Session: Sept.17th - Nov.19th (10 weeks)
Latin Dance Beginner I
Learn the fundamentals of three Latin Dances: Merengue, Salsa and Bachata in this five week program. You are not required to have a partner, however, there is partner work.
Instructor: Otto & Saba Morales
Day/Time: Fridays, 7-815pm
Fees: $55 for members; $65 for non members plus HST
Next Session: Sept.20th - Oct.18th (5 weeks)
Latin Dance Beginner II
Beginner II is a continuation of Beginner I with the focus on Salsa with more turns, spins and dips (partner work). You do not require a partner, however, you may be paired up with someone.
Instructor: Otto & Saba Morales
Day/Time: Fridays, 7-815pm
Fees: $75 for members; $85 for non members plus HST
Next Session: Oct. 25th - Dec 13th (7 weeks - no class Nov.8th)
Specialized Programming
Happy Hearts
Established in 1982, the Happy Hearts program was designed specifically for those 50 years or better. The program provides participants with exceptional opportunities for improving or maintaining their health with cardiovascular fitness, strength training, and yoga classes. Participants have the option to pick their activities based upon their goals.
Fitness
Instructor: Lauren Rogers & Rick Fralic
Day/Time: Mondays & Wednesdays, 930-1030am
Fees: $65 for members; $75 for non members plus HST
Next Session: Sept.9th - Dec.2nd (12 weeks)
Strength Training
Instructor(s): Dave Thomson
Day/Time: Tuesdays & Thursday, 930-1030am
Fees: $65 for members; $75 for non members plus HST
Next Session: Sept.10th - Nov.28th (12 weeks)
Yoga
Instructor: Alina Cress
Day/Time: Fridays, 930-1030am
Fees: $90 for members; $110 for non members plus HST
Discounts provided when joining more than one program
Next session: Sept.13th - Nov.29th (12 weeks)
Body & Bones 
Body and Bones consists of a three day per week progressive program that includes resistance exercises and functional training. Day one and two will consist of full-body strengthening exercises and core conditioning, using body weight, light handheld weights, stability balls and elastic bands. Day three will focus more on balance and flexibility work. In-depth pre and post fitness testing is completed and used as an objective measurement for improvement.
In previous programs, Body and Bones conditioning participants saw an increase in grip strength, lower body strength, range of motion of the hips and shoulders, and improved balance. These findings have strong correlations to the maintenance of an independent lifestyle and the prevention of a functional decline. Upon completion of the 12-week program, past participants also recorded an increase in quality of life.
The Body & Bones program is adapted to meet the needs of each participant in a non-intimidating and encouraging environment. Approval from a physician will be needed in order to participate in the class. Participants make take the PAR Med X form to their physician.
Instructor: Alina Cress, CPT
Day/Time: Monday, Wednesday & Fridays, 1030-1130am
Fees: $105 for members; $125 for non members plus HST
Next Session: Sept.9th - Dec.4th (12 weeks)
A.X.O.N
The A.X.O.N. program is a twelve week, twice per week progressive program designed for those who are experiencing physical complications due to a neurological condition. Each day will include exercises that will help to build and/or maintain upper and lower body strength as well as balance. All exercises are led by Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology certified staff. Pre and post testing is completed and is used as an objective measurement for improvement.
The A.X.O.N. program is adapted to meet the needs of each participants in a non-intimidating and encouraging environment. In order to be accepted into A.X.O.N. participants must be able to walk (with or without a walking aid), have the ability to verbally communicate, and have appropriate endurance to exercise at a light to moderate level for one hour. Participants will be asked to have their doctor fill out an A.X.O.N. specific PAR Med X prior to beginning the program.
Instructor(s): Dave Thomson & Alina Cress
Day/Time: Tues & Thurs, 115-215pm
Fees: $135 for members; $160 for non members plus HST
Next Session: Sept. 10th - Nov.28th (12 weeks)
Apex (Cardiac Program)
The Apex cardiac program is a twice per week progressive program designed for those that have completed the Woodbridge Cardiac Rehabilitation program. The Apex cardiac program is designed to give the participant a place to safely participate in physical activity with certified professional staff on hand. Each day will include cardiovascular exercises along with strength training exercises. All exercises are led by Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP) Certified Exercise Physiologist (CEP) and a CSEP Certified Personal Trainer (CPT). Pre and post program testing is completed and is used as an objective measure for improvement throughout the program.
Apex cardiac program is designed to be a progressive program that builds on the Woodbridge Cardiac Rehabilitation Program. In order for a participant to be accepted into the program they must have completed the Woodbridge Rehabilitation program without having a cardiac incident since completion. Participants must be able to complete light to moderate exercise for approximately 60 minutes twice per week.
Instructor(s): Dave Thomson, CSEP-CEP
Day/Time: Monday & Wednesday 9:15-10:15am; Tuesday & Thursday 5:15-6:15pm
Fee: $100 for members; $120 for non members plus HST
Next Session: Sept.16th - Dec.4th (am program)
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