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.
Silver A Fusion
This unique summer offering brings together the best of Body and Bones, APEX and Happy Hearts Fitness. This class is for those who are looking to maintain and or improve their strength balance and flexibility over the summer months.
Instructed by Mohammad Keshavarz & Jacob Pevie
Mondays & Wednesdays, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. | July 5 - Aug. 21 (7 weeks) | Fees: $70 +HST members; $85 +HST non-members
*No class Monday, Aug. 7 (New Brunswick Day).
NOTE: If you are unsure which Silver Fusion class suits you best please contact Caitlin Doyle at Caitlin.Doyle@unb.ca
Silver B Fusion
This summer offering combines strength, balance, and coordination from classes such as Silver Strength and Balance, AXON, and Survive and Thrive. Continue to progress in your journey over the summer months.
Instructed by Mohammad Keshavarz & Rori Leblanc
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. | July 4 - Aug. 24 (8 weeks) | Fees: $80 +HST members; $95 +HST non-members
NOTE: If you are unsure which Silver Fusion class suits you best please contact Caitlin Doyle at Caitlin.Doyle@unb.ca
Active Strength
This progressive program, geared for the active ager, will consist of a functional exercise program focused on strength and conditioning. This twice-per-week program is geared toward individuals looking for a fun, motivating, and effective exercise program. You will learn proper form and techniques that will guide you through movements in your daily life.
Forms: Get Active I Health History
Fall session: Instructed by Courtni Soucy
Will return Fall 2023
Happy Hearts
Fitness, fun, and function! Our experienced and talented instructors teach cardiovascular movements, interval training, overall strength training, balance, and flexibility. Designed for: Older adults who are looking to maintain or improve their fitness level in an enjoyable and supportive atmosphere.
Forms: Get Active I Health History
Will return Fall 2023
Silver Strength & Balance
Formerly known as Silver Strides
Progressively improve your strength and balance in this twice per week program led by certified personal trainers. Each class consists of a warm up, strength training, balance, coordination, cardio and flexibility to help you feel confident in your daily movement patterns as you lead an active, healthy lifestyle. Pre and post testing is used as a measurement for improvement to monitor progress throughout the series.
Forms: Get Active I Health History
Instructed by Mohammad Keshavarz
Will return Fall 2023
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
The Apex program provides participants with a safe environment in which they can be physically active. Each class includes cardiovascular exercises along with strength training exercises.
All exercises are led by a CSEP Certified Exercise Physiologist (CEP). Pre and post-program testing is completed and is used as an objective measure for improvement throughout the program.
Forms: Get Active I Health History I Physician Form
Instructed by Mohammad Keshavarz
Will return Fall 2023.
A.X.O.N.
The A.X.O.N. program is designed to provide individuals who are experiencing physical complications due to a neurological condition with a safe place to be physically active. Each class incorporates 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 (CSEP) certified staff. Pre and post testing is completed and is used as an objective measurement for improvement.
Forms: Get Active I Healthy History | Physician Form
Instructed by Caitlin Doyle
Will return Fall 2023.
Body & Bones
Body & Bones is led by BoneFit trained (by Osteoporosis Canada) and CSEP certified staff.
It consists of a three day per week progressive program that includes resistance exercises and functional training. Days 1 & 2 will consist of full-body strengthening exercises and core conditioning, using bodyweight, light handheld weights, stability balls, and elastic bands. Day 3 will focus more on balance and flexibility work.
In previous programs, Body & 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 program, past participants also recorded an increase in quality of life.
Classes are tailored to meet the physical needs of each individual participant.
This program is designed for older adults with osteoporosis or osteoarthritis who want a full-body strengthening program.
Forms: Get Active I Health History | Physician Form
Instructed by Caitlin Doyle & Wendy Hamelin (Yoga)
Will return Fall 2023.
Survive & Thrive
Survive and Thrive is a post-cancer exercise program that is led by a CSEP CEP and Cancer Exercise trained staff. The program aims to empower and improve strength, endurance, cardiovascular fitness, and flexibility in a fun, supportive group atmosphere.
The instructor will guide you through appropriate exercises and modify or progress movements based on abilities and energy levels. The program aims to provide physical benefits and a positive social support network with others with similar health experiences. The program is open to individuals who have completed cancer treatments.
Forms: Get Active I Health History | Physician Form
Instructed by Caitlin Doyle
Will return Fall 2023.
