Register online at recreation.nanaimo.ca General Inquiries 250-756-5200 72 The Strength Session NEW! Build strength, stability and confidence in this fun and functional group fitness class designed for adults 65 and older. Using dumbbells, resistance bands, and bodyweight exercises, including safe core work on the floor, this class will focus on strength training and will help improve balance and everyday movement. You will also support bone and cardiovascular health, boost your energy and enhance your ability to stay active and independent. Participants must be able to get up and down from the floor. Instructor: Meaghan Mounce Wed, Sep 3-24 | 3:45-4:30 pm | $28/4 | 149996 Wed, Oct 1-29 | 3:45-4:30 pm | $35/5 | 150002 Wed, Nov 5-26 | 3:45-4:30 pm | $28/4 | 150003 Wed, Dec 3-17 | 3:45-4:30 pm | $21/3 | 150005 Wed, Jan 7-28 | 3:45-4:30 pm | $28/4 | 150006 Wed, Feb 4-25 | 3:45-4:30 pm | $28/4 | 150007 Wed, Mar 4-25 | 3:45-4:30 pm | $28/4 | 150008 Bowen Park Complex QiGong, Meditation With mindful movements, moving meditation, static poses, breath, concentration, visualization, the Chi (Qi) in the body is circulating and accumulates and brings about relaxation, vitality, strength, and clarity of mind. Some short tai chi movements will also be introduced. Instructor: Thomas Michaud Thu, Sep 18-Oct 30 | 11 am-12:15 pm | $56/7 | 147271 Thu, Nov 6-Dec 18 | 11 am-12:15 pm | $56/7 | 150362 Thu, Jan 8-Feb 12 | 11 am-12:15 pm | $48/6 | 150363 Thu, Feb 19-Mar 26 | 11 am-12:15 pm | $48/6 | 150364 Oliver Woods Community Centre Yoga, QiGong & Meditation Using the body with mindful movements, static poses, breath, concentration and visualization, the Chi of internal energy (Qi) in the body experiences increased vitality, strength and clarity of mind when this exercise is practiced. Instructor: Thomas Michaud Thu, Sep 18-Oct 30 | 2:15-3:30 pm | $56/7 | 147266 Thu, Nov 6-Dec 18 | 2:15-3:30 pm | $56/7 | 147267 Thu, Jan 8-Feb 12 | 2:15-3:30 pm | $48/6 | 147269 Thu, Feb 19-Mar 26 | 2:15-3:30 pm | $48/6 | 147270 Oliver Woods Community Centre Active Chair & Fitness Flow NEW! This entry level class incorporates chair fitness activities for half the time with gentle movement, range of motion and stretching. The other half of the class is gentle standing flow, coordination and balance activities. It is a good level to try out to lead up to fitness level 1 or for anyone looking for a gentler, slower workout. Instructor: Heather Walker Wed, Sep 3-24 | 9-10 am | $32/4 | 149963 Wed, Oct 1-29 | 9-10 am | $40/5 | 149967 Wed, Nov 5-26 | 9-10 am | $32/4 | 149969 Wed, Dec 3-31 | 9-10 am | $40/5 | 149972 Wed, Jan 7-28 | 9-10 am | $32/4 | 149974 Wed, Feb 4-25 | 9-10 am | $32/4 | 149976 Wed, Mar 4-25 | 9-10 am | $32/4 | 149978 Bowen Park Complex Nordic Walking - Beginner Nordic walking is an activity that is suitable for people of all ages, abilities and skills. Learn how to make the most of those poles while you walk. Please bring your own set if you have them, or some can be borrowed upon request. Instructor: Kiki Senior Sat, Sep 13-27 | 10:30 am-12 pm | $42/3 | 152836 Sat, Mar 14-28 | 10:30 am-12 pm | $42/3 | 152837 Adult Sat, Sep 13-27 | 11:45-1:15 on | $42/3 | 152808 Sat, Mar 14-28 | 11:45-1:15 on | $42/3 | 152810 Beban Park Social Centre Deep Stretch This class is designed for anyone who spends long hours sitting experiencing tightness in their hips, shoulders and lower back. If you are looking to improve flexibility and mobility, this is for you! No prior experience is required; suitable for all fitness levels and abilities. Instructor: Maki Kristiansen Mon, Sep 8-29 | 2-3 pm | $24/4 | 151826 Mon, Oct 6-27 | 2-3 pm | $18/3 | 152800 Mon, Nov 3-24 | 2-3 pm | $24/4 | 152801 Mon, Dec 1-29 | 2-3 pm | $30/5 | 152802 Mon, Jan 5-26 | 2-3 pm | $24/4 | 151827 Mon, Feb 2-23 | 2-3 pm | $18/3 | 152803 Mon, Mar 2-30 | 2-3 pm | $30/5 | 152807 Bowen Park Complex Gentle Yoga This is a gentle hatha-style class that focuses on gentle stretches before each pose. Time is given to rest or relax briefly after anything that is strenuous. This is not a flow class. Participants please provide your own equipment (mats, blocks, straps, etc.) for class. Instructor: Heather Honey Fri, Sep 5-26 | 10:30-11:30 am | $40/5 | 147245 Bowen Park Tennis Wall (outdoors) Fri, Oct 3-31 | 10:30-11:30 am | $32/4 | 147243 Fri, Nov 7-28 | 10:30-11:30 am | $32/4 | 147247 Fri, Dec 5-19 | 10:30-11:30 am | $24/3 | 147248 Fri, Jan 5-30 | 10:30-11:30 am | $40/5 | 147251 Fri, Feb 6-27 | 10:30-11:30 am | $32/4| 147252 Fri, Mar 6-27 | 10:30-11:30 am | $32/4 | 147253 Bowen Park Complex Yoga, Meditation, Pranayama Teachings have been handed down for thousands of years and are still relevant today. With yoga, you open up the body and increase flexibility, strength and clarity of mind. Pranayama leads the breath with easy techniques to enhance (prana) subtle energy in both body and mind. Instructor: Thomas Michaud Wed, Sep 10-Oct 22 | 10:45 am-12 pm | $56/7 | 147259 Wed, Nov 5-Dec 17 | 10:45 am-12 pm | $56/7 | 147261 Wed, Jan 7-Feb 11 | 10:45 am-12 pm | $48/6 | 147263 Wed, Feb 18-Mar 25 | 10:45 am-12 pm | $48/6 | 147264 Rotary Field House Gentle Chair Fitness This class incorporates gentle fitness movements, yoga and stretching while primarily sitting in a chair. Some movements to standing and balance work will be done with the chair for stability. Stretch, relax, open the joints, release tensions, energize and revitalize. Instructor: Heather Walker Tue, Sep 2-23 | 9-10 am | $32/4 | 149879 Tue, Oct 7-28 | 9-10 am | $32/4 | 149941 Tue, Nov 4-25 | 9-10 am | $24/3 | 149945 Tue, Dec 2-30 | 9-10 am | $40/5 | 149946 Tue, Jan 6-27 | 9-10 am | $32/4 | 149948 Tue, Feb 3-24 | 9-10 am | $32/4 | 149955 Tue, Mar 3-31 | 9-10 am | $40/5 | 149956 Bowen Park Complex
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