55+ Programs

The City offers a wide variety of programs and workshops for adults ages 55 and over. 55+ Recreation and Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre 55+ Facility membership holders can enjoy discounted rates on select registered programming.

55+ Special Interest Programs and Workshops

Ukulele Jam (age 55+)

Location: Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Avenue

If you already know how to play the three basic chords on your ukulele (C,F,G), then this is the perfect class for you. In this sing-a-long style ukulele class, you will learn how to play a variety of new songs. You must bring your own ukulele. There will be no class on May 18.

Mondays April 27 to June 8, 2026, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Cost: $36.00 members, $54.00 non-members

Learn Ukulele Beginners/Level 2 (ages 55+)

Location: Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Avenue

This is a 2-in-1 class for those looking to learn to play the ukulele. Learn simple chords and grow your skills. We’ll have you playing tunes in no time! Please bring a ukulele with you to the class. There will be no class on May 18.

Mondays April 27 to June 8, 2026, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Cost: $36.00 members, $54.00 non-members

Flowers in Watercolour (age 55+)

Location: Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Avenue

Learn to paint lovely spring flowers in an impressionist style using several techniques including wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, dry brush and glazing techniques. Each class will include helpful demonstrations to help you follow along with ease and provide examples to recreate. Previous experience in watercolour is needed. Supplies are not included. A supply list will be provided upon registration.

Wednesdays April 22 to May 13, 2026 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $48.00 members, $65.00 non-members

Van Gogh Drawing Workshop (age 55+)

Location: Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Avenue

Be inspired by the bold, expressive world of Vincent Van Gogh. Explore his landscape drawings and discover how he used lines descriptively and imaginatively to create drawings with emotional impact. Choose a landscape photo or bring one of your own that you can use to help you create a drawing with a variety of expressive lines. Supplies are not included. A supply list will be provided upon registration.

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Cost: $20.00 members, $25.00 non-members

Chronic Pain Self-Management Workshop

Location: Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Avenue

Many people suffer with ongoing health conditions that can affect so many areas of life. In this free 6-week workshop, you will learn ways to manage stress, make healthier food choices, add exercise, deal with depression and how to communicate with your health care team.

Tuesdays, April 21 to May 26, 2026, 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Cost: No Fee

55+ Bingo Bonanza

Location: Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Avenue
It’s B-I-N-G-O time! Celebrate Seniors month in June with an afternoon of classic bingo fun and friendly competition. There will be a chance to win prizes and plenty of chances to shout BINGO! Please bring your own bingo dabber with you. Registration is required by June 3.

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Cost: no fee members, $5.00 non-members

55+ Stay Active Programs

Total Body Fitness (age 55+)

Location: Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Ave.

Increase your heart rate and tone your muscles in this beginners' fitness class. There will be no class on April 3, April 6, May 18 and August 3, 2026.

Mondays March 30 to June 15, 2026, 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
Cost: $35.00 members, $65.00 non-members

Fridays March 20 to June 12, 2026, 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
Cost: $42.00 members, $78.00 non-members

Mondays July 6 to August 17, 2026, 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
Cost: $21.00 members, $39.00 non-members

Gentle Yoga (age 55+)

Location: Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Ave.

Calm your mind with gentle relaxing movements that will improve your health. There is no program on April 6, May 18 and August 3, 2026.

Mondays March 30 to June 15, 2026, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
$60.00 for members, $90.00 for non-members

Mondays July 6 to August 17, 2026, 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
$36.00 for members, $54.00 for non-members

Tai Chi/Qigong

Location: Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Ave.

This gentle form of exercise is an introduction to Tai Chi and Qigong. Help improve your balance, muscle tone and mental well-being. You will learn a series of movements that builds on the movement learned the previous week. By the end of the 10-week session, you will be able to complete the short form of Chen Yang style Tai Chi.

Fridays from April 10 to June 12, 2026, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
$60.00 for members, $90.00 for non-members

Zumba Gold (age 55+)

Location: Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Ave.

Don’t miss out on this fun fitness class that incorporates cha-cha, salsa, and meringue moves.

Thursdays from April 2 to June 4, 2026, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
$60.00 for members, $90.00 for non-members

Latin Line Dance (55+)

Location: Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Ave.

Join this fun and easy line dance class with a latin flare

Fridays from May 22 to June 12, 2026, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
$12.00 for members, $25.00 for non-members

Strength Training for Active Aging Level 1 and 2 (age 18+)

Location: Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, 254 North Park Street

LEVEL 1: An introductory program designed for adults who are new to strength training or returning after a break. In this small group setting, you will learn safe, effective exercises to build muscle, improve balance, and increase mobility.

Tuesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., cost $83.50 for seven weeks
- May 5 to June 16, 2026 (activity number 27411)
- July 7 to August 18, 2026 (activity number 27412)

LEVEL 2: This program focuses on advancing your strength and stability with more challenging exercises and techniques. Continue building muscle, enhancing balance, and improving functional movement for everyday life.

Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., cost $83.50 for seven weeks
- May 7 to June 18, 2026 (activity number 27410)
- July 9 to August 20, 2026 (activity number 27413)

Pickleball Friendship Tournament (ages 13+)

Location: Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre

Grab your paddle and join us in June for a fun, friendly game of pickleball at the Pickleball Friendship Tournament at Brantford's Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre. This doubles tournament, is in partnership with the Pickleball Brantford Club. Whether you’re new to the game or a seasoned player, all skill levels are welcome. It’s the perfect opportunity to enjoy some friendly competition and connect with fellow Pickleball enthusiasts.

Please register each participant individually. While we will do our best to connect solo players with a partner, we cannot guarantee all solo players will be matched. Solo participants are encouraged to register early, as matches are made on a first-come, first-served basis.

Registration is now open at www.Brantford.ca/ACTIVEnet (activity number 27663)

Saturday, June 6, 2026 (games may extend to Sunday, June 7 pending how many register)
Warm-ups begin at the Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre on rink 1 and 2 at 8:00 a.m. and games begin at 9:00 a.m.

Rates:

Early Bird Rate (before April 30, 2026): $45 per person, including HST
Regular rate (after April 30, 2026): $55 per person, including HST

View rules and regulations.

55+ Drop-in activities

FREE to 55+ Recreation and Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre 55+ Facility membership holders. Learn more about memberships at www.Brantford.ca/RecMemberships.

Non-members can join in the fun for $5.35 per visit, per program, or regular admission rates apply. Previous experience is recommended. Free parking is available.

Drop-in schedules
Location	Program	Day	Time
Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Avenue	Open Art Studio (no instruction)	Tuesday	9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Avenue	Cribbage	Tuesday	1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Avenue	Carpet Bowling	Tuesday	1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Avenue	Sew What” Sewing Group (no instruction)	Wednesday	9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Avenue	Shuffleboard	Wednesday	1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Avenue	Wizard	Monday	1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Avenue	Euchre	Thursday	1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
T.B. Costain/SC Johnson Community Centre, 16 Morrell Street.	Woodcarving	Friday	9:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Avenue	Cornhole	Friday	1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, 254 North Park Street	Zoomer Fitness	Monday and Wednesday	11:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, 254 North Park Street	Sit and Fit	Monday, Wednesday and Friday	10:15 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Monday and Wednesday, 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Friday
Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, 254 North Park Street	Chair Yoga	Tuesday	1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. (until June 20), 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (July 7 to August 25, 2026)