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Penticton Fitness classes
| Wind in the Willow -Creative & Healing Arts -Studio |
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ART THERAPY uses the creative process along with meaningful communication to work with and resolve difficult mental and emotional conditions. Creativity is the means whereby healing takes place. No prior art experience is necessary.
DRU YOGA is rooted in ancient tradition with its yogic postures, breath work and relaxation techniques. Unique to Dru are the Energy Block Release sequences based on gentle flowing movements harmonized with directed breathing, supportive visualizations and affirmations. It is practiced by people of all ages, abilities and fitness levels. www.druworldwide.com
Cindi Tomochko: BA./DVATI. Certified Art Therapist and Dru Yoga Instructor
#204-219 Main Street, Penticton, BC V2A 5B1 p. 250. 276.5308 Click Here to E-mail
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Motivating men, women, of all shapes, sizes and fitness levels for the biggest game of all: LIFE.
During the 4 week program thru fun, energizing activites you will move, bend, push, pull and play
your way to strength, stamina, balance, giving you transformation in mind & body. Your time is now!
Sheila is certified in personal, bootcamp and functional training.
For dates, times and locations check out my website.
www. pentictonbootcamp.com Sheila Kamaraus 250-488-3671 E-Mail
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| Quantum Fitness Studio – classes for your body and soul |
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Strengthen your body. Stimulate your senses. Release stress.
Expand your awareness. Quantum Fitness Studio located at Bodies on Power in Penticton, offers a “buffet” of classes within one all-inclusive flex schedule. Create your own unique version of wellness and balance through dance, stillness, conditioning/sculpting, cardio/aerobics, Pilates, Yoga, stretching, meditation as well a variety of workshops. Recharge. Refuel. Renew.
Website: www.quantumfitnessstudio.com. Phone: 250.770.8303 |
| Okanagan Nia classes |
Now is a good time to get into your body with Nia.
Weekly Nia classes in Penticton and Kelowna with expert and professional instructors. |
Michelle Parry
Brown Belt Instructor
Penticton
Website
250-492-2186
E-mail |
The Nia Technique (nee-ah) has been the hottest trend in fitness for 25 years with over 1500 teachers in 30 countries.
Nia blends martial arts, dance arts and healing arts for mindful, healing, joyful movement. Nia is exhilarating!
Discover how you can consciously connect to the voices of the body as you grow strong, balanced, centered, and organically alive.
Watch Nia Video. Read ‘What is Nia?' Article.
Learn more about Nia at www.NiaNow.com
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Patti Tennessy
Black Belt Instructor Kelowna
Website
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 October 20th
Trade Fair & Flu Clinic
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Penticton Trade & Convention Centre |
2010 Seniors Symposium Wellness Fair
Presented by the
South Okanagan Seniors Wellness Society
Largest seniors trade show in Western Canada.
✓ Over 100 displays of the latest products and services for seniors.
✓ Thousands of dollars of raffle prizes to be drawn during the event.
✓ Entertainment all day: music, dance, and more.
✓ Community displays: bonzai, model boats & planes and quilting.
✓ Free admission for the public.
Suggested donation of $2 For the Healthy Aging Fund. Supporting seniors in our community. |
www.seniorswellnesssociety.com |
“Enhancing the Quality of Life” |
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| Prenatal Yoga |
Nurture your child's development and help prepare for a safe and comfortable birth
with gentle yoga, breath work and meditation. |
Deluxe eco mats (pvc free), blankets and bolsters are provided for your comfort and convenience.
"at no time is there greater pressure on the pelvic floor, or greater risk of these important muscles being damaged, than during pregnancy." - Donna Farhi, The Breathing Book
Prepare for the vital event of birth with a gentle yoga and meditation practice that also nourishes the precious development of your child.
"wildflower, each week your yoga class is like an oasis... a womb-like environment where we are affirmed and relaxed as we connect with our bodies. It is such a gift to have this nurturing experience to look forward to each week." - Barb M., Penticton |
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5:15-6:30pm Thursdays, pre-register for 6 week series
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Shanti Yoga Therapy, 19-219 Main Street, downtown Penticton, BC |
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Wildflower, the founder of Shanti Yoga Therapy, is a Registered Yoga Teacher with specialized training in prenatal yoga and therapeutic yoga for the pelvic floor. She is a certified Kripalu Yoga Teacher. |
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$75 per 6 week series OR 2 series for $135 |
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Phone 250.486.5739 - Click here to E-mail and website: www.shantiyogatherapy.ca
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| Fertility Yoga |
| Relax into your fertility journey with ease and calm. |
Relieve stress and cultivate relaxation and ease to prepare for new life. In a community of kindred spirits, enhance your fertility with gentle and restorative yoga, breath work, vocal toning, visualizations and meditation to open your pelvis, balance hormones and nourish your reproductive organs. Deluxe eco mats (pvc free), blankets and bolsters are provided for your comfort and convenience.
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5:15-6:30pm. Fridays, pre-register for 6 week series
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Shanti Yoga Therapy, 19-219 Main Street, downtown Penticton, BC |
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Wildflower, the founder of Shanti Yoga Therapy is a Registered Yoga Teacher with specialized training in fertility, prenatal and therapeutic yoga and pelvic floor health. She completed the University of Calgary's Yoga Thrive Teacher Training and is a Certified Kripalu Yoga Teacher |
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$75 per 6 week series OR 2 series for $135 |
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Phone 250.486.5739 - Click here to E-mail and website: www.shantiyogatherapy.ca
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| Beyond Cancer: Yoga For Wellness |
| Relieve stress, improve sleep, rebuild breath and body awareness, increase energy levels and improve stability, strenth and flexibility with gentle and restorative yoga, breath work and meditation. |
Nourish and nurture yourself with this gentle and restorative yoga series open to all levels of ability.
Deluxe eco mats (pvc free), blankets and bolsters are provided for your comfort and convenience. "Thank you so much wildflower for introducing me to the amazing world of yoga. It has given me a chance to be more accepting of my body and to enjoy and appreciate the miracle of our breathing. You are an excellent teacher and we are so lucky to have you here in Penticton." - Carol F.
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10:30-11:45am Mondays OR 5:15-6:30pm Tuesdays, 7 week.
Series start in January 2010 and April 2010
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Shanti Yoga Therapy, 19-219 Main Street, downtown Penticton, BC |
Instructor: |
Wildflower, the founder of Shanti Yoga Therapy, is a Registered Yoga Teacher with specialized training in prenatal yoga and therapeutic yoga for the pelvic floor. She is a certified Kripalu Yoga Teacher. |
Investment: |
7 week Series $85 |
More info: |
Phone 250.486.5739 - Click here to E-mail and website: www.shantiyogatherapy.ca
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| Adrenal Support Yoga Series |
| Stressed Out? Relieve the effects of adrenal overload and burnout to improve your digestive, reproductive and immune systems. |
Deluxe eco mats (pvc free), blankets and bolsters are provided for your comfort and convenience.
Feel calm, breathe easy, sleep well with this gentle yoga and breath work series open to all levels of ability.
"Thank you wildflower for providing a safe space for me to explore... I know there is an emotional boost to people when we get to practice in your class. I think we all feel repected and feel respectful of ourselves in return." - Leah. L |
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5:15-6:30pm the first Monday of each month for 4 weeks, pre-register
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Location: |
Shanti Yoga Therapy, 19-219 Main Street, downtown Penticton, BC |
Instructor: |
Wildflower, the founder of Shanti Yoga Therapy, is a Registered Yoga Teacher with specialized training in prenatal yoga and therapeutic yoga for the pelvic floor. She is a certified Kripalu Yoga Teacher. |
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$45 per 4 week series |
More info: |
Phone 250.486.5739 - Click here to E-mail and website: www.shantiyogatherapy.ca
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| Wildflower Yoga |
| Gentle, Restorative, and Vinyasa (flow yoga). Explore and experience the many benefits of yoga with wildflower's gentle and supportive guidance. |
Small classes - gentle approach - mindful yoga!
Wildflower's gentle meditation-in-motion teaching style and her respect of individual experience empower and enable you to deeply connect with your own body wisdom in the moment.
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Shanti Yoga Therapy, #19 - 219 Main St, Downtown Penticton and at
mBody Living Arts Center, 125 Eckhardt Ave E, Penticton. |
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Please contact us to register for classes or $12 drop-in, space permitting
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for more details. Web Site: www.wildfloweryoga.ca Ph:250.486.5739 |
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| Yoga PlayTime - for you and your child |
| Gentle and playful yoga fun for you and your child.
Old Yogini had a farm, shanti shanti om! Explore gentle and playful yoga postures, songs and rhymes with your child and enjoy a sprinkling of cozy quiet moments too!
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Wednesdays - 10:30-11:15am
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Wildflower's open & playful spirit blossoms with every opportunity to share yoga with all ages! |
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Penticton Community Centre, Power Street. |
| Email: |
for more details. Web Site: www.wildfloweryoga.ca Ph:250.486.5739 |
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| Walking in Penticton |
Yahoo Group Online group for walkers in Penticton and local area to find a walking buddy. If you are looking for a walking partner or would like to find a few people to walk with regularly this group is for you. It's not always easy to motivate yourself and go out for a walk but if you have made a commitment with someone else you're more inclined to follow through. This group would also offer an opportunity to meet new people. Let's provide each other support and motivation. All fitness levels welcome. -- Come on Penticton, LET'S GET WALKING!.......................... http://groups.yahoo.com/group/walkinginpenticton/ or call Lorrie at 493-4843 or E-mail |
| Walking in Summerland |
Want to get some fresh air? Exercise? Meet new people? See more of this beautiful community? Yes? Then join us for a 45-60 minute weekly talk and walk- all fitness levels are welcome. Contact Raylene at E-mail or 250-809-4581. Looking forward to meeting you! |
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Kelowna Fitness Classes
| Holistic Nutrition - Nutrition N' You Weekend |
Spend 2 days covering the basics of food and nutrition, from learning exactly how your digestive system works, to various diets, blood sugar imbalances, adrenal crashes food sensitivities and more bite-sized morsels! A delicious and healthy lunch is provided each day.
If a food says it's healthy, it probably isn't. An apple doesn't come with a label on it, letting you know that it is low fat, vitamin enriched or otherwise good for you. When you have a full understanding of how, why and what to eat, it changes your relationship with food for the better, resulting in less stress, better immune system functioning, hormonal balance and the best general health of your life.
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Saturday and Sunday Sept . 25 & 26 - 10am - 3:30pm |
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Happily Holistic Natural Health and Wellness, 7655 Falconridge Cres, (in Joe Rich - up in the mountains above Kelowna) BC |
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Lisa Kilgour RHN (Registered Holistic Nutritionist) Lisa Kilgour has a passion for whole food and educating people about healthy eating habits and the road to optimal health. Our body can speak to us in the form of symptoms and issues. Using this information, Lisa looks for the root cause of your issues and illness, and finds the path to healing using whole food and food-based supplements. As a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Lisa breaks down the multitude of confusing information about food and nutrition into easy to understand and practical bite-sized pieces. Lisa has been working in the Health and Wellness industry for 8 years, graduated from the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition (CSNN) with top honours, and is a certified CSNN instructor. Lisa also writes a monthly column for OK In Health's E-magazine. |
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$150 which includes lunch and snacks both days |
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| Simply Symmetria Pilates and Health |
We offer the most innovative personal wellness & fitness programs on the market.
These include: The Boulder Pilates Method, Yamuna Body Rolling,
Stretch Therapy P&F Method, and Cardiovascular Training.
Our programs have a myriad of therapeutic benefits including: decompression of the spine and all joints, oxygenating your blood, detoxifying your body, building a healthy immune system, uniformly developing the muscles, improving postural alignment, heightening body awareness, and enhancing precise coordination. Through devotion and dedication our focus is to help you achieve your goals and feel exceptional fulfillment within your body.
www.sspilates.ca |
| Contact Beth Hynes at 2002 Montego St. W., Kelowna, B.C. 250-878-1835 - www.sspilates.ca |
| Simply Symmetria Pilates and Health - 6 Weeks To Summer Shape Up |
6 weeks to Summer Shape up is achieved by the combination of special programs unique to the Okanangan with certified Teacher/Practitioner, Beth Hynes as well as Angela Wright registered Nutritionist and an R.M.T. (TBO).
Great all in one program includes:
One private fitness assessment with Beth
One private nutritional assessment with Angela
2 nutritional classes & a diet and habit journal
14 Pilates/Stretch Therapy/Latin infused cardio classes
3 massage treatments with an RMT
Gift Certificates, discount cards and a wrap up party with prizes
Date: May 10th- June 25th 9:30 a.m.
Cost: $509
ABOUT BETH HYNES | With 22 years of experience in the Fitness Industry, Pilates instructor, Beth Hynes's passion for learning and teaching has insatiably continued through the years, and her ambition to be on the cutting-edge of the health and wellness industry has lead her to become an accomplished instructor in many methods. Beth continually strives to be the most innovative and experienced instructor in the Okanagan Valley, and maintains the belief that everyone should have the privilege to live within a healthy, strong, and flexible body, and be able to do all of the things they love for as long as possible. Certified Pilates and Yamuna Body Rolling Instructor, Stretch Therapist, A.C.E. Personal Trainer/Instructor.www.sspilates.ca
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| Contact Beth Hynes at 2002 Montego St. W., Kelowna, B.C. 250-878-1835 - www.sspilates.ca |
| NIA Classss with PATTI TENNESSY |
"The Nia Technique goes beyond the cardiovascular improvements of aerobic exercise, beyond the endorphin high and physiological improvements to produce a cathartic emotional effect and unification of the body, mind & spirit. It is dance therapy in its ultimate transcendental state." Lourdes Pollock M.A.
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JOIN BLACK BELT NIA INSTRUCTOR
PATTI TENNESSY FOR AN AMAZING JOURNEY
INTO YOUR SELF… BE PREPARED TO DANCE,
TO PLAY AND TO SEEK JOY IN YOUR MOVEMENT!
Certified Black Belt Nia Instructor BCRPA
Weight Room Instructor BCRPA
Yoga-Fit Instructor
Certified Pilates Reformer Instructor
Former Nutrition & Wellness Specialist
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Patti Tennessy - Kelowna
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The movements feel natural and open up to insights that will make you feel like you are discovering yourself in a new way. Set to great music, Nia is fitness with self-expression that is easy to learn no matter what your age or fitness level. Nia is like chocolate ~ you just gotta taste it!! |
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MOTIONWORKS FITNESS IS TAKING YOUR RESERVATION. ~ LIMITED REGISTRATION ~ |
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Through movement we find health |
Kelowna - Stride Fitness Adventure Walking Club |
Want to create your best day? Well then, start off on the right foot - or the left! Join us for an early morning walk to inspire and invigorate you. Laugh a little, learn a little, meet others, be fit, and feel great. Our walk begins with a warm up and a loop for those who would like a shorter distance, then continues for about 1 hour. We end with a stretch (1 hour option). Cost: Free. When: Every Friday at 8:30 am (please call or check the website for current schedule). Where: Meeting at Nature's Fare, 4624 Lakeshore Drive in Kelowna. Contact: Maggie Dwernychuk 250-764-3295 or 250-764-3295 or Email |
| Okanagan Nia classes |
Now is a good time to get into your body with Nia.
Weekly Nia classes in Penticton and Kelowna with expert and professional instructors. |
Michelle Parry
Brown Belt Instructor
Penticton
Website
250-492-2186
E-mail |
The Nia Technique (nee-ah) has been the hottest trend in fitness for 25 years with over 1500 teachers in 30 countries.
Nia blends marial arts, dance arts and healing arts for mindful, healing, joyful movement. Nia is exhilarating!
Discover how you can consciously connect to the voices of the body as you grow strong, balanced, centered, and organically alive.
Watch Nia Video. Read ‘What is Nia?' Article.
Learn more about Nia at www.NiaNow.com
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Patti Tennessy
Black Belt Instructor Kelowna
Website
250-768-1001
E-mail |
Kelowna - Stride Fitness Adventure Walking Club |
Want to create your best day? Well then, start off on the right foot - or the left! Join us for an early morning walk to inspire and invigorate you. Laugh a little, learn a little, meet others, be fit, and feel great. Our walk begins with a warm up and a loop for those who would like a shorter distance, then continues for about 1 hour. We end with a stretch (1 hour option). Cost: Free. When: Every Friday at 8:30 am (please call or check the website for current schedule). Where: Meeting at Nature's Fare, 4624 Lakeshore Drive in Kelowna. Contact: Maggie Dwernychuk 250-764-3295 or 250-764-3295 or Email |
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Vernon, Armstrong, Vancouver, Kootenays, & BC Fitness Classes
| Indigo Wellness & Yoga at the Yurt |
| Explore the connection of mind, body and wellness with a variety of Holistic therapies |
Cranial Sacral Therapy, Reiki, Readings, Hot Stone Therapy,
Massage, Reflexology, Energy & Body Work.
Join Wendy Allan for a range of workshops, retreats & yoga classes.
Located in "The Yurt" on the beautiful OmHaven Ranch, Armstrong, BC.
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| www.indigowellness.ca ~ 250-307-0569 |
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| Vernon's LocalMotion! - a walking / pedometer program |
LocalMotion is an independent walking/pedometer program designed to create a healthier you! It is easy to participate. Sign up for the program at the Recreation Centre (3310-37 Ave). The cost is $20. When you register you will receive a pedometer, access to health seminars, free guided walks, access to our website in order to record your activity, an opportunity to meet new people and improve your health. If you already have a pedometer, the cost to participate is $10. Set active and get healthy! Walking is one of the best activities you can do to improve your health - it's free, it's easy, you can do it any time and there's very little risk of injury. Remember that cycling and swimming minutes can also be counted as "steps" in an active lifestyle. For more info call 550-3672 |
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| Walking Program in Vernon |
4 laps = 1 kilometer or 7 laps = 1 mileGet out and stretch your legs at Wesbild Centre! It’s free and a great way to stay in shape! Please call for information on walking hours and dates 250-542-5623 or stop by Wesbild Centre, Vernon for a monthly calendar. For more information on programs please contact Wesbild Centre at 542-5623 ext 0.
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| Strollersize |
This is your chance to get fit with your baby! Lose that baby belly with a combination of cardio, endurance, stretching and fun with your baby and other moms! This class will be held outdoors, please bring a water bottle, blanket, stroller and your baby. Mon & Wed 10-11am at Sawicki Park on Middleton Way.
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| Evening Water Exercises in Vernon |
After Work Aquafit - Held in the shallow water leisure pool, this is a good cardio workout and great strengthening for all of your muscle groups. Reduce your stress and build your health in a comfortable environment.
Evening Deep Water Aqua-Fit - An amazing workout with no impact. Great for your joints and an amazing core workout. Runners, triathletes, yoga participants, try this class - you will be pleased with the results!
Evening Aqua-Fit - Move, get stronger, stretch, laugh & then relax in the hot tub!
More details: Contact Mike at 250 550 3669 and please mention OK in Health during your enquiry
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| Excerise with Weights in Vernon |
Women’s Only Weights -
A safe and fun class for women. You will get a complete workout with lots of individual attention and tips to correct technique. Instructor: Don. |
Effective Morning Workout-
Workout twice a week with Don and get great results in a friendly welcoming atmosphere. |
Beginner Strength Training -
A slower class for beginners or frail older adults. Great personalized instruction from Don. Safe programs. |
Effective Afternoon Workout -
Teachers, shift workers! Combine effective cardio with an amazing strength program. Get fit and reduce stress. |
Cardio/Weights - An amazing workout right after work and will keep you moving & will increase your functional strength. |
Participants in all of our weight training programs can enjoy free use of the pool, sauna, hot tub for up to 1/2 hour after their workout. A real bonus for those tired muscles! All prices include GST! |
More details: Contact Mike at 250 550 3669 and please mention OK in Health during your enquiry
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| Fitness for Health in Vernon |
Osteofit 1 - This class is designed to offer an accessible exercise and education program for men and women with osteoporosis. The class increases physical strength, balance and reduces the risk of fracture. Relaxation strategies will also be taught by Laurie, with a view to reducing chronic pain.
Smart Fit - Drop in Program. This is the best fitness program for older adults offered in our area. Improve your cardiovascular endurance, your balance and your strength. Relax and stretch at the end of the class. Current participants claim this is the most effective and safest fitness class they have ever attended. It is held on a drop in basis in order to accommodate your changing schedule and busy life! Instructor: Paul. More details: Contact Mike at 250 550 3669 and please mention OK in Health during your enquiry
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| Yoga in Vernon |
Basic Hatha Yoga - Enjoy the benefit of this ancient practice to develop and unite your physical/mental balance/flexibility with Bob. Learn a series of movement, breathing & relaxation techniques to give you the tools for releasing stress and achieving calm. Beginner & intermediate students both welcome as sessions will progress with modifications and advancements.
Yoga for Golfers - Yoga cultivates flexibility, balance, relaxation and mental focus. These one hour classes will give you an introduction to yoga practices related to golf and a pre-game warm-up stretch sequence of modified yoga poses. Instructor is Janet.
Prenatal Yoga - A safe and gentle approach for women in all trimesters of pregnancy. Prenatal yoga can help relieve the discomforts of pregnancy, reduce stress and develop confidence in your changing body.
Yoga for Men - Although traditionally a male activity in its Indian birthplace, yoga has been taken up most fervently by women in North America. However, yoga offers many benefits for men in our society. Many men are sportsoriented and competitive and yoga can benefit men involved in sports who want to be more fit. Yoga can increase strength, flexibility and stamina while helping to improve alignment and reduce stress.
Yoga for Older Adults - Relieve stress and release tension with a gentle exploration of essential yoga postures, breathing techniques and relaxation tools designed to safely allow you to experience the benefits of Hatha Yoga with instructor Bob Lyons. Wed 9:00-10:15pm Auditorium
Please bring your own mat or towel to classes. At Parks and Recreation all of our instructors are registered fitness professionals. Join us for safe, effective fitness classes. More details: Contact Mike at 250 550 3669 and please mention OK in Health during your enquiry
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| Vernon - Let's Dance |
Shall We Dance - Learn the essentials of social dance: Fox Trot, Swing and Waltz. Social dance is a total activity - it involves body, mind, spirit, and feeling. It is personal, intimate, communicative, social and public. Our relaxed and fun environment is a great place to realize the rewards and benefits of partner dance. Location: Mission Hill School. |
Country Two-Step - Beginner Level 1. Learn to do the Country Two-Step in a fun and relaxed manner. Laugh, have fun and enjoy learning this dance to great country tunes. Marci & Don will have you moving around the dance floor with confidence and style. Need to register with a Partner! Fri 7:00-8:30pm at
Dogwood Gym |
These lessons do not require a Partner
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Belly Dancing - Try this graceful and exciting dance which originates in the middle east, done to the sound of oriental music. Improve your posture, balance, flexibility and increase your self awareness through its isolation techniques. Beginners welcome. Just wear comfortable clothing. Wednesday at the
Boys & Girls Club Ogopogo Rm. |
Hip Hop - Want to learn about the dance craze known as Hip Hop? This is a chance for adults to learn how to move, shake and drop in a fun and social atmosphere. Adult Hip Hop is also a great way to get active! Tues 8:00-9:00pm at
Halina Room |
Hot Salsa - Beginner. Salsa dancing is a vibrant, fun and social dance, with music that will move you. It allows you an immense amount of creative freedom, endless social possibilities, and entirely too much fun on a daily basis! Our instructor will guide you and show you how to heat up the dance floor. No experience and no partner necessary. Mon 6:30-7:30pm at Mission Hill |
Hot Salsa - Intermediate. Intermediate Salsa introduces more complex open step patterns and partner turn combinations. As students progress in dance technique and repertoire, increasing emphasis is placed on style and coordination of dance movement with music flow. No partner necessary. Mon 8:30-9:30pm Mission Hill |
Line Dancing - Celeste Sali, professional line dance instructor and choreographer provides step-by-step instruction for the most popular steps and line dances. You'll have a great time learning and you'll be ready for the dance floor - it's easy to learn and great for singles and groups. Don't miss out on the fun! Tuesdays 7:30-8:45pm at
Silhouette Dance Studio |
More details: Contact Mike at 250 550 3669 and please mention OK in Health during your enquiry
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| Summer Drop In Ball Hockey |
Mondays & Thursdays 8-9:30pm. Drop in fee is $4. The Vernon Civic Arena is located at 30th Street and 39th Avenue in Vernon. For information, please contact (250) 542-5623, ext 101
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| Vernon Watersport Workshops |
Kayaking, Outrigger Canoes, Sailing, and Rowing. Over a series of four classes you will experience four different watersports on three different lakes! Qualified instructors will lead you through a sampler of each sport providing you with new experiences and challenges. Try something new without a large time or financial committment and HAVE FUN! Register for the series or individually. This course is best suited for confident swimmers who are comfortable in the water. All gear will be provided. Please dress appropriately for the weather and activity. Wednesdays and Sunday at Various Locations |
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Contact Mike at 250 550 3669 and please mention OK in Health during your enquiry |
| Let's Get Out and Enjoy the Outdoors |
Cycling - CAN-BIKE Bike to Work Wanting to ride your bike to work, but nervous about riding on the roads? The CAN-BIKE Bike to Work Skills Course will teach you to become a safer and more confident cyclist. Learn bike handling skills, traffic skills, rules of the road and more from nationally certified CAN-BIKE instructor, Bruce Mol. You will need to bring a mechanically sound bike along with a helmet, lunch and appropriate dress. Be prepared to ride and have some fun! |
| More details: Contact Mike at 250 550 3669 and please mention OK in Health during your enquiry |
| Triathlon Training for Beginners |
Triathlon is the unique combination of three disciplines: swimming, cycling and running into one event. The sport fosters a balanced, whole body approach to fitness. This introductory course for beginners will take you through a 12 week training schedule and will get you ready to complete the Kal Rats Triathlon. Wed 7:00 - 9:00pm at the Rev Centre Aud. Foyer.
Triathlon Pre-Swim Option Extra swimming instruction before the triathlon course starts! Wed/Sun 8:00-9:00pm
Come prepared to run on the first night. A detailed schedule of training will be available for participants. *Some swim training will be held on Sunday evenings.
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| Kayaking - Kal Lake Kayak |
Experience Spend a day exploring Kal Lake by kayak. The course starts with a lesson set and then a paddle to Jade Bay where you will enjoy a hike to the lookout point and have a lunch break. Please bring your own lunch and appropriate clothing. This course is best suited for confident swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Instruction provided by Innerspace Watersports. |
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| Summer Karate |
All Levels Karate Tues Dogwood 7:00-8:00pm Thurs Polson Park: 6:30-7:30pm Sat Polson Park: 8:00-9:00am
$77, after Jun 26 $85, 2nd family member $55 |
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| Paddling Outrigger Canoes |
Come and experience one of the most fun and challenging water sports. Learn how to paddle in a 6 person Hawaiian Outrigger Canoe. You will learn about the paddling technique, safety skills, building strength and endurance. For both new and experienced paddlers. This course is best suited for confident swimmers who are comfortable in the water. Sponsored by the Vernon Racing Canoe Club. Paddlewheel Park on Okanagan Lake.
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More details: Contact Mike at 250 550 3669 and please mention OK in Health during your enquiry |
| Paragliding - an introduction |
The thrill of flight! Paragliding is the simplest aviation sport to learn. This class will introduce you to the equipment, flight theory and logistics of paragliding. You will also learn to launch a paraglider and you will experience a tandem flight! Participants must be over 100lbs. Sponsored by Paraglide Canada.
Fri 6:00 - 8:00pm. Auditorium and
Sat 9:00am-1:00pm Location: TBA. $135, after April 28 $140 |
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More details: Contact Mike at 250 550 3669 and please mention OK in Health during your enquiry |
| Basketball Men’s Vernon Summer League |
Great fun and conditioning combining the best of high school, college, university and adult players. Players can either register as a team or as individuals. Tues & Thurs Jul 7 - Aug 20 (no gm Jul 16) Games start at 6:30pm PV Gym
Team. $1100, after Jun 23 $1150 or Individual $150, after Jun 23 $160. Deadline to register: Jun 30 |
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More details: Contact Mike at 250 550 3669 and please mention OK in Health during your enquiry |
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