fitness & wellness workshops

Please Note:

There must be a minimum of 4 participants registered for workshops to run.

Fit Start - Gym Smart Orientation

See page 3 “Committed to Community Info”

Coach to Confident Running Clinic

Whether you’ve never run before or you just want to get better, then this clinic will set you up for success going from the couch to confident with running! Being physically active on a regular basis will help you reap the many benefits gained from having a healthier lifestyle, and running is a great way to do that. There are many factors to consider so you that you can do this activity safely and effectively. In addition, you will have the opportunity to run with other participants and find a ‘pace buddy’. Each week includes both an information session and a training run, ultimately being able to run 5 kilometers in 5 weeks! Childmind services are available at this time if needed.

Dates: Thursday(s)

April 27: building a base foundation, and a 5 km training plan

May 4: form tips, training techniques, and monitoring intensity

May 11: injury management

May 18: nutrition and proper shoe selection

May 25: 5km run at Sir Winston Churchill Hill Park

Time: 7:00 – 8:30 pm

Location: workshop in Poplar Room – Bold Center (and outdoors – weather permitting)

Cost: $100

did you know?

Youth aged 13-15 years are permitted to register/drop in to adult fitness classes & workshops when they attend with a parent/ guardian over 16 years.

Muscle Release

Muscle tightness and tenderness is KNOT fun. Did you know that there are techniques that you can do at home to alleviate this? This hands-on workshop will teach you how to minimize and ease muscle tension helping you move and feel better.

Dates: Tuesday, May 9

Time: 5:30 – 6:30 pm

Cost: $15

Healthy Back Functional Core

All movements of the body come from the core. Maintaining a healthy core helps to reduce injury to the back and keeps us moving more efficiently. This low impact, hands on workshop will teach you exercises and stretches to help improve core function while trimming your waistline!!

Dates: Thursday, June 8

Time: 5:30 – 6:30 pm

Cost: $15

Interested in becoming a certified group fitness instructor?

Refer to page 25 for course details.