Silver Series
Silver Series programs are designed for older adults seeking to improve or maintain a healthy, vibrant and active lifestyle. All programs are taught by certified fitness professionals in a supportive and encouraging environment. With a wide range of offerings, you are bound to find a class you will enjoy! A limited number of reserved parking spaces are also available near The Richard J. CURRIE CENTER for Silver Series participants with mobility concerns.
Active Strength
This progressive program, geared for active agers, focuses on functional strength and conditioning in a supportive and motivating environment. Delivered twice per week, it’s ideal for individuals looking for a fun, effective exercise routine. Participants will learn proper form and technique to support confidence and ease in everyday movement.
Forms required: Get Active I Health History
Instructors: Nadia & Beth
EXCEL
EXCEL is a walking-based aerobic, strength, and flexibility program delivered in a safe and motivating environment. Strength work focuses on improving functional strength and mobility through a combination of bodyweight (calisthenics) and external-load exercises, including barbells and resistance bands.
The program is designed for adults who are beginning to be more active or who are already physically active.
Forms: Get Active I Health History
Instructor: Macayle, Sarah & Lauren
Happy Hearts
Fitness, fun, and function! Our experienced instructors lead cardiovascular movements, interval training, full-body strength work, balance training and flexibility.
Designed for: Older adults looking to maintain or improve their fitness level in an enjoyable and supportive atmosphere.
Forms: Get Active I Health History
Happy Hearts Fitness
Instructors: Lauren & Paul
Happy Hearts Fitness & Yoga
Instructors: Lauren, Paul, TBD
Happy Hearts Yoga
A slow, supportive yoga practice designed for those who can move between standing and floor positions with relative ease. A chair is used throughout for balance support and seated variations so you always have something steady to hold onto or work from.
We'll build strength, balance, and mobility through gentle stretches, breathwork, and mindful transitions - with variations and alternatives always offered. Ideal for maintaining independence, easing stiffness, and connecting with a warm, welcoming community.
No experience necessary.
Silver Strength & Balance
Progressively improve your strength and balance in this twice-per-week program led by a CSEP Certified Exercise Physiologist (CEP). Each class includes a warm-up, strength training, balance work, coordination, cardio, and flexibility exercises to help you feel confident in your daily movement patterns and support an active, healthy lifestyle.
Pre- and post-series fitness assessments are included to help track your progress and measure improvement.
Forms: Get Active I Health History
Instructor: Courtni
Specialized programs
Specialized programs are geared specifically for various chronic conditions. Participants will be asked to have their doctor fill out a program specific medical form. Please see each program for the forms required. All programs include pre- and post-testing, which is used as a measurement for improvement to monitor progress throughout the series.
APEX
Apex provides participants with a safe, supportive environment to be physically active. Each class includes cardiovascular and strength-training exercises, led by a CSEP Certified Exercise Physiologist (CEP). Pre- and post-program testing is included to objectively track improvement throughout the series.
Forms: Get Active I Health History I Physician Form
Instructor: Macayle
Fees: $100 + HST (members) | $115 + HST (non-members)
A.X.O.N.
A.X.O.N. is designed for individuals experiencing physical challenges due to a neurological condition, providing a safe and supportive environment to be physically active. Each class incorporates exercises to build and maintain upper- and lower-body strength, as well as balance.
All exercises are led by Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology (CSEP) certified staff. Pre-and post-program testing is included to provide an objective measure of improvement.
Forms: Get Active I Healthy History | Physician Form
Pre-registration: Required
Instructor: Macayle
AXON A Fees: $65 + HST (members) | $75 + HST (non-members)
AXON B Fees: $70 + HST (members) | $80 + HST (non-members)
Body & Bones
Body & Bones is led by staff trained in BoneFit (Osteoporosis Canada) and certified by CSEP. This program is specifically designed for older adults with osteoporosis or osteoarthritis who are seeking a comprehensive full-body strengthening program. Classes are tailored to meet the physical needs of each participant.
Previous participants have reported improvements in grip strength, lower-body strength, hip and shoulder range of motion, balance, and overall quality of life—supporting independent living and reducing functional decline.
Forms required: Get Active I Health History | Physician Form
Physician approval: Required. Participants must be functionally capable and/or willing to get up and down to and from the ground.
Body & Bones Group A
Fees: $65 + HST (members) | $75 + HST (non-members)
Location: Hatheway Studio
Instructor:Walker
Progressive resistance and functional training. Focus on full-body strengthening and core conditioning using body weight, light handheld weights, stability balls, and elastic bands. Emphasizes balance and flexibility through yoga.
Body & Bones Group B
Fees: $100 + HST (members) | $115 + HST (non-members)
Location: Multi-purpose Room
Instructor: Macayle
Three days per week of progressive resistance and functional training. Classes include full-body strengthening and core conditioning using body weight, light handheld weights, stability balls, and elastic bands.
Body & Bones Yoga
A specialized class blending yoga, safe weight-bearing movement, balance and vestibular training to support bone health, coordination, and fall prevention. A chair is incorporated throughout for support during standing balance work, safe seated variations, and to assist with getting up and down from the floor.
Designed with bone health in mind, sessions emphasize spinal safety, controlled loading, and nervous-system-informed mindful movement patterns - helping you build strength and confidence in daily life. Suitable for those newer to bone-health-focused movement as well as seasoned practitioners.
