Seasonal Programs
Discover a variety of programs designed to enhance your well-being throughout the year. Find the perfect fit for your goals and interests at the Wellness Institute this season.
Adult Fitness Programs
Commit to Be Fit
Whether starting a new fitness regime or a seasoned member needing renewed motivation, Commit to Be Fit empowers you to unlock your full potential and embrace a healthier, more fulfilling lifestyle. Learn strategies to set realistic goals, overcome barriers, and stay committed
to your fitness regime.
| Day | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| THU | Jan. 22 | 1:15 - 2:15 p.m. |
| TUE | Mar. 10 | 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. |
Cost: FREE
Importance of Recovery
Recovery is a crucial but often overlooked component of any fitness or wellness journey. Join us to explore why recovery matters and the vital role adequate rest plays in improving performance, preventing injury, and supporting overall well-being. Learn about various types of recovery, recognize signs of inadequate recovery, and develop practical strategies to help you bounce back stronger. Join us to discover how prioritizing recovery can be your ultimate performance booster!
| Day | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| THU | Feb. 12 | 1:15 - 2:15 p.m. |
Cost: FREE
Walking Club
Our walking club, led by an experienced Wellness Consultant, offers a fun social environment to connect with others. Stay fit and meet new people—perfect for all fitness levels!
Cost: FREE for Members / drop-in fee for non-members
Location: Meet at the Track Desk
| Day | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| FRI | Ongoing | 2:45 p.m. |
Mind-Body
QiGong
During the 6-week program, you will be led through gentle movements, breath work and meditation; you’ll cultivate energy, balance, and inner peace. Perfect for all levels. Explore the ancient art of Qigong and unlock its profound benefits for mind, body and spirit.
| Day | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| THU | Jan. 8 – Mar. 26 | 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. |
Cost: FREE member/$90 non-members
Tai Chi Easy
This program will help reduce stress and anxiety, alleviate pain, improve mood and sleep, and enhance balance and stamina.
| Day | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| THU | Feb. 19 – Mar. 26 | 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. |
Cost: FREE member/$90 non-member
Taking Charge of Your Health
Diagnosed with ADHD – Now What?
A 3-part workshop series
Facilitator: Katja Holzhei, Somatic Coach, Trauma-Informed Educator, and Diagnosed ADHDer with 18 plus years of experience.
Session 1: “Now It All Makes Sense”
Understanding Your ADHD Through a (Self)Compassionate Lens
A supportive session for those newly diagnosed or self-identified with ADHD/AuDHD. We’ll explore how past challenges reflect a differently wired nervous system rather than personal failures. Through compassionate education and exercises, you’ll reframe your story, process post-diagnosis grief, and reconnect with your true self.
| Day | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| WED | Feb. 25 | 6:00 - 8:00 pm |
Cost: 1 class: $49 | 2 classes: $95 | 3 classes: $135
Session 2: “This Is Why I’m So Tired”
Burnout, Masking & Emotional Recovery
This session addresses the fatigue and mental exhaustion common in individuals with ADHD, often mistaken for laziness or depression. It will cover the effects of masking and burnout and provide strategies
for emotional recovery.
| Day | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| WED | Mar. 4 | 6:00 - 7:30 pm |
Cost: 1 class: $49 | 2 classes: $95 | 3 classes: $135
Session 3: “Who Am I Without the Mask?”
Reclaiming Agency & Designing an ADHD-Friendly Life
In this final session, we focus on integration and moving forward. The key question is: how do you live in a way that works for you? Through reflection, boundary practice, and self-trust tools, you’ll learn to live authentically and in tune with your needs.
| Day | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| WED | Mar. 11 | 6:00 - 8:00 pm |
Cost: 1 class: $49 | 2 classes: $95 | 3 classes: $135
Living Well with Pain:
Self-Management Education series
Designed to help individuals understand chronic pain and learn effective self-management strategies to improve daily functioning and well-being. The series is facilitated by a Pharmacist, a Shared Care Counsellor, a Physiotherapist, and an Occupational Therapist.
| Day | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| THU | Feb. 26 & Mar. 5 | 1:30 - 3:30 a.m. |
Cost: FREE
Understanding Dementia
You’ll learn about Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, the warning signs of the disease, how to reduce your risk, interact with someone living with dementia, and Alzheimer’s Society Programs & Services.
| Day | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| THU | Feb. 5 | 10:00 - 11:00 am |
Cost: FREE
Jigsaw Jamboree
Don’t miss the chance to test your teamwork and puzzling abilities in the ultimate 500-piece jigsaw challenge. Get your team of four ready and sign up for the Team Jigsaw Jamboree today!
| Day | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| FRI | Jan. 30 | 6:30 - 9:00 pm |
Cost: $40 for a team of 4
Living Better
A program offered in partnership with Seven Oaks Healthy Living to help you learn strategies for healthy living and improving mental well-being. The program includes cooking demonstrations, giveaways and a yoga session.
| Day | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| MON | Jan. 19 - Feb. 23 | 1:00 - 3:30 p.m. |
Cost: FREE
Maximum of 12 people. Registration via email
Bone Health 101: Osteoporosis
Come and learn what you need to know about your bone health, including: the risk of fracturing a bone, maintaining healthy bones, the impact of nutrition and physical activity and fall prevention.
| Day | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| WED | Jan. 21 | 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. |
Cost: FREE