Adult & Senior Programs
Centre 55 offers a vibrant array of activities designed to promote physical, mental and social wellbeing among older adults in a supportive and inclusive environment. Tailored to meet the unique interests and capabilities of seniors, our programs foster a sense of community, purpose and vitality. From leisurely pursuits to stimulating challenges, ensuring that there’s something for everyone to enjoy! A Centre 55 membership is required to particpiate in programs. Here is a glimpse into what we offer:
COMMUNITY CENTRE 55 PROGRAM SCHEDULE – 2025
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Chair Yoga with Janice (Basic) (HF)
Chess Club (HF)
Mindful Movement and Meditation (AC)
Ukulele Beginner Part 3 (HF)
Tai Chi (HF)
Book Club- Evening (Lower Nursery)
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Groove Fit (HF)
Introduction to French (BR)
Art- Beginner 2: Colour Theory & Loose Botanicals (AC)
Introduction to French Conversation (HF)
Computer Cafe (BR)
Art- Intermediate Watercolour Social Club (AC)
Ukulele (Advanced) (HF)
Ukulele Jam (Advanced) (HF)
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Hatha Yoga (AC)
Write Your Life Stories (HF)
Chair Yoga with Janice (Basic) (AC)
French Conversation (AC)
Freestyle Hand Drumming (HF)
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Walking Club
Fitness with Janice (AC)
Line Dancing (HF)
Introduction to Spanish Conversation (HF)
Informative Friday – Budgeting Workshop
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Coffee & Games Club (HF)
Cardio Dance With Weights (AC)
Chair Yoga with Rika (AC)
Knitting Group (HF)
Mat Pilates with Weights (Advanced) (AC)
Mat Pilates (AC)
Ukulele (Intermediate) (HF)
Ukulele Jam (HF)
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Chair Yoga with Janice (Basic) (HF)
Chess Club (HF)
Mindful Movement and Meditation (AC)
Ukulele Beginner Part 3 (HF)
Tai Chi (HF)
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Groove Fit (HF)
Introduction to French (BR)
Art- Beginner 2: Colour Theory & Loose Botanicals (AC)
Introduction to French Conversation (HF)
Computer Cafe (BR)
Art- Intermediate Watercolour Social Club (AC)
Ukulele (Advanced) (HF)
Ukulele Jam (Advanced) (HF)
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Hatha Yoga (AC)
Write Your Life Stories (HF)
Chair Yoga with Janice (Basic) (AC)
French Conversation (AC)
Freestyle Hand Drumming (HF)
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Walking Club
Fitness with Janice (AC)
Line Dancing (HF)
Introduction to Spanish Conversation (HF)
Informative Friday – Cyber Security Presentation
April Members Dinner
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Coffee & Games Club (HF)
Cardio Dance With Weights (AC)
Chair Yoga with Rika (AC)
Knitting Group (HF)
Mat Pilates with Weights (Advanced) (AC)
Mat Pilates (AC)
Ukulele (Intermediate) (HF)
Ukulele Jam (HF)
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Fitness With Stewart (AC)
Chair Yoga with Janice (Basic) (HF)
Chess Club (HF)
Mindful Movement and Meditation (AC)
Ukulele Beginner Part 3 (HF)
Tai Chi (HF)
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Groove Fit (HF)
Introduction to French (BR)
Art- Beginner 2: Colour Theory & Loose Botanicals (AC)
Introduction to French Conversation (HF)
Computer Cafe (BR)
Art- Intermediate Watercolour Social Club (AC)
Ukulele (Advanced) (HF)
Ukulele Jam (Advanced) (HF)
Bingo (HF)
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Hatha Yoga (AC)
Write Your Life Stories (HF)
Chair Yoga with Janice (Basic) (AC)
Gentle Fitness with Stewart (HF)
French Conversation (AC)
Freestyle Hand Drumming (HF)
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Walking Club
Fitness with Janice (AC)
Line Dancing (HF)
Introduction to Spanish Conversation (HF)
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Urban Garden Workshop
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Coffee & Games Club (HF)
Cardio Dance With Weights (AC)
Chair Yoga with Rika (AC)
Knitting Group (HF)
Mat Pilates with Weights (Advanced) (AC)
Mat Pilates (AC)
Ukulele (Intermediate) (HF)
Ukulele Jam (HF)
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Fitness With Stewart (AC)
Chair Yoga with Janice (Basic) (HF)
Chess Club (HF)
Mindful Movement and Meditation (AC)
Ukulele Beginner Part 3 (HF)
Tai Chi (HF)
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Groove Fit (HF)
Introduction to French (BR)
Art- Beginner 2: Colour Theory & Loose Botanicals (AC)
Introduction to French Conversation (HF)
Computer Cafe (BR)
Art- Intermediate Watercolour Social Club (AC)
Poetry (HF)
Ukulele (Advanced) (HF)
Ukulele Jam (Advanced) (HF)
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Hatha Yoga (AC)
Write Your Life Stories (HF)
Chair Yoga with Janice (Basic) (AC)
Gentle Fitness with Stewart (HF)
French Conversation (AC)
Freestyle Hand Drumming (HF)
Events for May
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Walking Club
Fitness with Janice (AC)
Line Dancing (HF)
Introduction to Spanish Conversation (HF)
Kids Night Out
COMMUNITY CENTRE 55 SPRING PROGRAM SCHEDULE – 2024
Program Legends
Art – Intermediate Watercolour Botanicals Social Club
Continue your watercolour journey after completing Introduction to Watercolour for beginners. In this intermediate program you will continue practicing and…
Art – Introduction to Watercolors Beginner Part 2: Color Theory and Loose Botanicles
Continue Your Watercolour Journey from learning the basic fundamentals to painting beautiful floral creations. Now that you’ve completed Introduction to…
Bingo
Third Wednesday of each month. Come and enjoy a few games of bingo and enjoy some good times and great…
Book Clubs
Evening Book Club On the first Tuesday of the month, members come together to discuss a chosen book of by…
Cardio Dance with Weights
Join Rika for this new exercise class consisting of a gentle warm-up followed by hand weights in a seated position,…
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga is a gentle series designed for those who want to improve their activity levels and build strength, balance,…
Chess Club
The Chess Institute of Canada is bringing chess to life at Centre 55! Our Chess and Cognitive Workout program is…
Coffee & Games Club
Catch up with old friends or meet new ones while enjoying coffee and treats every Monday. If you’d like to…
Computer Cafe
Participate in a range of courses available to help improve your comfort and skills with navigating computers.
Freestyle Hand Drumming
Join Tim Gentle (Ripple Rhythm) for fun and engaging hand drumming workshops where seniors explore the fundamentals of drumming, improvisation,…
French Conversation Group
Bienvenue! We welcome all who wish to practice French conversation in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Intermediate level recommended.
Gentle Fitness
Group exercise classes for older adults and people with mobility issues * aims to improve strength and balance to prevent…
Groove Fit – Dancing for Health
Heart health, Cardiovascular Health and Mental Health all in one class! Strengthen your heart and lungs, improve muscular strength, balance,…
Hatha Yoga
Combining breathing practices, postures, and mindfulness, this class helps to increase flexibility, strength, clarity, and balance. Seated, standing, and supine…
Informative Fridays – Presentation Series
INFORMATIVE FRIDAYS – PRESENTATION SERIES A variety of engaging topics covering mental health, financial, physical and social wellness. Upcoming Presentations:…
Introduction to French
Join us for a friendly and stress-free introduction to French! This class is designed just for beginners, with a gentle…
Introduction to Spanish Conversation
This class is for members who have taken the previous Spanish courses and learned the basics of the language, as…
Knitting Group
All levels welcome. Join us for some warm camaraderie, socializing and the clicking of knitting needles.
Line Dancing
Dance to a variety of musical styles, country, pop and more. No advanced dances in this medium-paced class. A line…
Mat Pilates
Pilates is a gentle strengthening and lengthening form of exercise that focuses on your core (abs/spine) muscles while also training…
Mat Pilates & Weights
This energizing class combines classic mat Pilates with light weight training to build strength, improve posture, and enhance flexibility. Pilates…
Mindful Movement and Meditation
Mindful movement practices and meditations allow us to check in with our bodies, get moving in a way that can…
Seniors Fitness
Our 1 hour fitness classes for seniors include cardio, balance, strength and flexibility training for older adults. Get energized, get…
Tai Chi
Tai chi movements are steady and slow, shifting from one side to the other with coordinating upper body movements. These…
Take Care with Sunjay
The Take Care Program is an educational, peer support program that focuses on mental health and wellness for older adults.…
Trivia (In Person)
Six categories—arts, science, general, geography, history and entertainment—and then an endless slew of questions in each. It’s super easy and…
Ukelele
Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced ukulele classes continuing the program that started at Centre 55 the previous season. For more information,…
Ukelele Jam Session
Do you have a ukulele and are looking for people to jam with? This is for you!
Walking Club
Meet outside Centre 55 and explore different locations in the city while enjoying the outdoors, great company, and some exercise…
Write Your Life Stories
Writing is a relaxing and stimulating memory exercise. In a supportive, fun and relaxed atmosphere, we will practice writing positive…