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27 Stretch & Tone Move through a series of stretches and movements focused on lengthening the muscles. Practise strength exercises to help increase mobility. Each of these movements will be done from a lying, sitting or kneeling position on the floor. Intensity Day Time Session Mon 2 - 3 p.m. Weekly, drop-in (excl. Sept 22, Oct 6 & 13) Wed 2 - 3 p.m. Weekly, drop-in (excl. Sept 24, Oct 8 & 15) Fine Movement & Stretch Focusing on mobility and flexibility, this program is designed to help you move your body the way it's intended. We'll aim to release stress, restore (or expand) range of motion and renew your ability to move better and longer. Intensity Day Time Session Tues 6:15 - 7 p.m. Weekly, drop-in (excl. Sept 23, Oct 7 & 14) Sun 2:15 - 3 p.m. Weekly, drop-in Barre Fitness Barre class is a full-body workout inspired by elements of ballet, yoga and Pilates focusing on low-impact, high-intensity movements designed to strengthen your body in ways that few other workouts can. Members use a chair as their "barre" and perform a number of strength and balance exercises. Intensity Day Time Session Mon 9 - 10 a.m. Weekly, drop-in (excl. Sept 22, Oct 6 & 13) Thurs 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Weekly, drop-in (excl. Sept 18 & 25, Oct 2) OsteoFit Osteofit is designed to improve strength, balance, coordination, as well as functional ability, independence and quality of life. Especially safe for those with osteoporosis and osteopenia, the class is divided into a cardio choreography routine involving weight-bearing and a strength and balance training section for building muscle. Intensity Day Time Session Wed 2 - 2:45 p.m. Weekly, drop-in Wed 3 - 3:45 p.m. Weekly, drop-in (excl. Sept 24, Oct 8 & 15) Essentrics Essentrics is a low-impact form of therapeutic movement that draws on movements of Tai Chi for balance, the strengthening theories of ballet for lean, flexible muscles and the principles of physiotherapy to support a pain-free body. With a diverse music playlist accompanying each routine, this equipment-free workout leaves you feeling energized. Intensity Day Time Session Thurs 4 - 5 p.m. Weekly, drop-in (excl. Oct 2) Sun 4 - 5 p.m. Weekly, drop-in Fitness for Longevity A low-impact class featuring fun exercises designed to help manage chronic conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure. Participants will build strength, improve balance and gain energy to stay active while having fun. Intensity Day Time Session Tues 4:15 - 5:15 p.m. Weekly, drop-in (excl. Sept 23, Oct 7 & 14)