The Township of West Lincoln offers fitness programs for all interests and levels. We strive to offer something for everyone so residents have plenty of opportunities to stay active.
All fitness programs are held at the West Lincoln Community Centre, located at 177 West Street, in Smithville. Fitness classes are offered four times per year: fall, winter, spring and summer. Register early to ensure your spot in a class.
Adult Registered Programs
Tai Chi
Tai Chi is being offered FREE to older adults through the Township's new The Best Years 55+ programming.
Gentle Yoga with Melinda $95
Mondays at 10 a.m., September 16 - November 25 (excluding September 30 & October 14) (8 weeks)
This class is slow paced and will focus on strengthening, relaxing, stretching and breathing. This class is suitable to all levels, including beginners. Modifications will be offered as needed. Bring a mat, a strap and blocks.
Gentle Yoga with Melinda $95
Wednesdays at 10 a.m., September 18 - November 20 (10 weeks)
This class is slow paced and will focus on strengthening, relaxing, stretching and breathing. This class is suitable to all levels, including beginners. Modifications will be offered as needed. Bring a mat, a strap and blocks.
Nervous System Reset - Movement & Education Class with Brad $95
Mondays at 6:30 p.m., September 16 - December 2 (excluding September 30 & October 14) (10 weeks)
You will be guided through conscious movement practices and neuro-education training to re-establish the connection with your mind and body to restore balance in your nervous system. By the end of this course, you’ll have life changing tools to enhance your body’s overall connectedness and move your nervous system from dysregulation to regulation.
Gentle Somatic & Movement Yoga with Brad $95
Mondays at 7:45 p.m., September 16 - December 2 (excluding September 30 & October 14) (10 weeks)
Instead of “stretching” muscles, Gentle Somatic Yoga uses a technique called pandiculation to reprogram muscles to their optimal resting length. This gentle, progressive movement helps the participants with unwinding from pain, stiffness and postural imbalances. As Brad describes it, “From this place of new found freedom we return to our natural state of peace and well being.”
Chair Yoga with Melinda $95
Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m., September 17 - November 19 (10 weeks)
Chair yoga is one of the most accessible forms of yoga. It’s a great way to start if you’re a beginner, have limited mobility or an injury. You will move through a series of yoga postures from a seated position while increasing mobility, strength and stretching the body and relaxing the mind. Bring one yoga block.
All Levels Flow Yoga with Melinda $95
Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m., September 17 - November 19 (10 weeks)
An all levels yoga class incorporates meditation, movement and pranayama (breathwork) all designed to unify and bring balance to the mind and body. These classes will offer a broad range of postures including seated, standing and balance poses. Whether a beginner or experienced yogi, the teacher will offer modifications and variations in a supportive environment to make them accessible to everyone.
Beginner Bounce Class with Stacey $95
Tuesdays at 8 p.m., September 17 - November 19 (10 weeks)
Learn the art of bouncing with our Beginner Bounce classes as you master the basic steps and get a true sense of control while wearing boots. It is a 45-minute cardio workout that will have you sweating while having fun! Please register by shoe size.
Level 1 Intro to Pickleball $57
Wednesdays 9 to 11 a.m., September 25 - October 23 (5 weeks)
Learn the basics of playing pickleball in a fun and supportive environment. This five-week session will take participants through understanding the rules, learning basic shots and skills and working on strategies during game play.
Man Stretch - Yoga for Men with Brad $95
Wednesdays at 7:45 p.m., September 18 - November 20 (10 weeks)
Men, join Brad (Breathe with Brad) for a 10-week feel-better-in-your-body session with gentle yoga specially designed for you. Move your body in a relaxed, light hearted environment, making gains in range of motion, balance and strength. Classic rock music will play as a backdrop to your practice.
Registration
Registration opens September 4, 2024, at 10 a.m.
- Register online through Active Network (3% processing fee applies).
- Register in person with cash, cheque, debit or credit at the West Lincoln Community Centre, 177 West Street, Smithville, ON L0R 2A0, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.
- Older Adults 55+ receive a 10% discount. (Tai Chi not included)
Healthy, Safe, Strong Exercise Program for Older Adults
The Township of West Lincoln has partnered with the Niagara Region to offer this free community-based group exercise program that helps seniors improve balance and strength and reduce the chance of falls held at the West Lincoln Community Centre. Classes run every Thursday at 2:30 p.m.
To register please call the Niagara Region 905-980-6000 ext. 3844. For more information visit their website.
Skating Schedule
Public skating is held at the West Lincoln Community Centre located at 177 West Street in Smithville. To find the Public Skating Schedule and Skating Fees, please click on the button below.
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