Full guide Spring 2023

Parkinson’s Wellness Exercise (PWE) 19 years & up Recover loss of function and strength from Parkinson’s Disease or if you have balance and/or mobility challenges. Research based NeuroFit BC exercises with high intensity and big movements activate muscles for daily activities. The repetition of these specific, exaggerated motions unlock muscle stiffness and restriction. You must be independently mobile. No sessions Apr 10 & May 22. Instructor: Mary Jo White Level 1 Level 1 is geared towards those who are walking without gait aids and are able to get up and down off the floor without assistance. Mondays 10:30 - 11:30 am Gym A Apr 3 - Jun 26 #12694 $121 + gst Wednesdays 10:30 - 11:30 am Gym A Apr 5 - Jun 28 #12695 $143 + gst Level 2 Level 2 is geared towards those who may or may not have significant trouble with balance, and may need extra time or assistance to get up and down off the floor or need to perform exercises from a chair. Mondays 1:15 - 2:15 pm MP Hall Apr 3 - Jun 26 #12696 $121 + gst Wednesdays 1:15 - 2:15 pm MP Hall Apr 5 - Jun 28 #12697 $143 + gst

COMOX OLDER ADULT FITNESS

Fitness ABC’s for Seniors 65 years & up Get active with your ABCs (agility, balance and coordination) to make daily living easier and help maintain your independence. Perfect for those who want to get and stay active in an engaging and social way. No session Apr 10. Instructor: Sharon Van Heyningen Modays & Wednesdays 12:15 - 1:15 pm MP Hall Apr 3 - May 17 #12593 $104 + gst May 24 - Jun 28 #12594 $88 + gst Parkinson’s Wellness Emerging research has indicated that cycling at higher cadences such as 75-85 RPM can help relieve Parkinson’s symptoms both acutely and chronically. Sharon is patient, supportive, encouraging and knowledgeable. Let her teach you how to use our spin bikes. Enjoy being social, getting a workout and managing your health. Instructor: Sharon Van Heyningen Fridays 12:00 - 12:45 pm Annex Apr 14 - Jun 30 #12698 $83 + gst Exercise (PWE) Spin & Stretch 19 years & up

Older Adult Fitness Seniors Stretch & Strength 50 years & up Fit seniors and beginner exercisers apply within! Get your energy flowing with a short cardio segment to increase heart rate and blood flow to the muscles. Move into joint friendly strength exercises using a variety of equipment and your own body. Finish with a thorough stretch to enhance flexibility while being guided through an uplifting visualization. Instructor: Janice Bradford Fridays 10:45 - 11:45 am Gym A Apr 14 - Jun 30 #12542 $96 + gst 50+ Strength Training 50 years & up Prevent or even reverse the signs of aging. Protect your bone density, improve your strength, work on balance and increase joint range of motion in this fitness studio circuit training program. New participants see Glenn prior to program start during Ask A Trainer hours. Instructor: Glenn Hascarl Tuesdays & Thursdays 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Ft. Studio Apr 4 - May 18 #12614 $112 + gst May 23 - Jun 29 #12615 $96 + gst

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