55+ Programs

How to register

You can register online at www.brantford.ca/Activenet or by calling 519-759-4150 ext. 5569.

Discounted member rates apply to Beckett Recreation and Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre 55+ Facility Membership holders. Learn more about memberships at www.brantford.ca/RecMemberships.

55+ Special Interest Programs and Workshops

Bridge for Beginners

Location: Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, 254 North Park Street

If you are new to Bridge or have little knowledge of the game, we will teach you the basics of bridge to help get you started. There will be no class on November 15, 2024.

Fridays, October 11 to December 6 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $40.00 members, $64.00 non-members

Bridge Intermediate Level

Location: T.B.Costain/SC Johnson Community Centre, 16 Morrell Street

Using fall mums and other seasonal plants, we will teach you how you can create a custom, beautiful fall planter for your front step or balcony. In partnership with Bird’s Foot Design Studio. Register by September 9.

Monday, September 23 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $35.00 members, $40.00 non-members

Drawing for Beginners

Location: T.B.Costain/SC Johnson Community Centre, 16 Morrell Street

Learn to draw basic 3-D shapes, fruit and still life objects and use a variety of sketching tools and techniques to make your drawings exciting. You will need to bring your own supplies. A supply list will be emailed upon registration. There will be no class on November 11.

Mondays October 21 to November 18 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $36.00 members, $48.00 non-members

Ukulele for Beginners

Location: T.B.Costain/SC Johnson Community Centre, 16 Morrell Street

Learn to play the ukulele in this fun beginners’ class. You must bring your own ukulele. There will be no class November 11, February 17 and March 10.

Mondays October 28 to December 9 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Cost: $36.00 members, $54.00 non-members

Mondays January 6 to March 24 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Cost: $60.00 members, $90.00 non-members

Ukulele Level 2 – Ukulele Jam

Location: T.B.Costain/SC Johnson Community Centre, 16 Morrell Street

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 September 30, October 14, November 11, February 17 and March 10.

Mondays September 16 to December 9 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Cost: $60.00 members, $90.00 non-members

Mondays January 6 to March 24 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Cost: $60.00 members, $90.00 non-members

Writing Your Memoir

Location: T.B.Costain/SC Johnson Community Centre, 16 Morrell Street

Every life is unique and full of ups and downs and adventures. We will help you revive your memories and show you how to make your tales sparkle on the page.

Fridays, October 4 to October 18 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $30.00 members, $40.00 non-members

Safety at Home Information Session

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

Health starts at home! The Victorian Order of Nurses Safety at Home Program is a free falls prevention program that promotes independence and mobility among older adults. In this session we will provide information on how you can receive a free home assessment, services and support at home.

Thursday, November 7 fat 10:30 a.m.
Free

Holiday Planter Workshop

Location: T.B.Costain/SC Johnson Community Centre, 16 Morrell Street

Using a beautiful selection of fresh greens and all the holiday trimmings, create a festive holiday planter for your front step. In partnership with Miles Flowers. Please register by November 18.

Monday, November 25 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $60.00 members, $65.00 non-members

Paint Party

Location: T.B.Costain/SC Johnson Community Centre, 16 Morrell Street

Join us for an afternoon of fun and learning! You get to choose if you work with oils, acrylics or watercolours in this mixed media paint party. Learn how to paint snow in your winter scenes. You will need to bring your own supplies. A supply list will be emailed upon registration.

Friday, November 15 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Cost: $15.00 members, $20.00 non-members

Learn to Burn!

Location: T.B.Costain/SC Johnson Community Centre, 16 Morrell Street

Learn the basics of wood burning in this introductory workshop where you will personalize your own charcuterie board to keep. All levels welcome. Register by November 18.

Monday, December 2 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $50.00 members, $55.00 non-members

Watercolour Painting: Still life, flora, fauna and fruit

Location: T.B.Costain/SC Johnson Community Centre, 16 Morrell Street

Be inspired by the colours of Autumn as you create loose, colourful paintings. We will explore form, pattern, colour, and line. You will learn some experimental watercolour techniques, as well as traditional ones, such as wet on wet, wet on dry, and dry brush. You will need to bring your own supplies. A supply list will be emailed upon registration.

Mondays January 13 to February 10 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $60.00 members, $75.00 non-members

Taking Charge of your Brain Health

Location: T.B.Costain/SC Johnson Community Centre, 16 Morrell Street

In this interactive 3-week session, you will learn about normal changes with memory in aging, warning signs for dementia and what to do if you are concerned about memory changes. We will also talk about how diet and lifestyle changes can reduce your risk for dementia.

Fridays January 17 to January 31 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Microgreen Workshop

Location: T.B.Costain/SC Johnson Community Centre, 16 Morrell Street

Learn to make your own microgreen kit! We will teach you the basics of planting and caring for microgreens with practical, hands-on guidance. Ideal for beginners and more experienced gardeners. In partnership with Truleaf Garden Consulting. Register by January 24.

Friday, February 7 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Cost: $45.00 members, $50.00 non-members

55+ Stay Active Programs

Basic Clogging

Location: Beckett Recreation Centre, 219 Colborne Street

Learn the basics of clogging while getting your exercise in this fun dance program. There will be no class October 23.

Wednesdays, September 11 to November 20 from 11:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $45.00 members, $75.00 non-members

Wednesdays, January 8 to March 19 from 11:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $45.00 members, $75.00 non-members

Clogging (intermediate or advanced)

Location: Beckett Recreation Centre, 219 Colborne Street

If you love to dance, you’ll love clogging! Two levels are offered to suit your needs. There will be no class October 23.

Intermediate: Wednesdays, September 11 to November 20 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Advanced: Wednesdays, September 11 to November 20 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Cost: $60.00 members, $90.00 non-members

Intermediate:

Advanced:

Intermediate: Wednesdays, January 8 to March 19 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Advanced: Wednesdays, January 8 to March 19 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Cost: $60.00 members, $90.00 non-members

Intermediate:

Advanced:

Zumba Gold

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. There will be no class March 13.

Thursdays, September 19 to December 5 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Cost: $72.00 members, $108.00 non-members

Thursdays, January 9 to March 20 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Cost: $60.00 members, $90.00 non-members

Dance Fit/Gentle Yoga Combo Class

Location: T.B. Costain/SC Johnson Community Centre, 16 Morrell St.

Enjoy 30-minutes of dance-based exercise that will get you moving to the music for a great cardio workout. Finish the class with 30-minutes of gentle yoga to help calm your mind and stretch your muscles. A great 2-in-1 workout! Please bring your own yoga mat. There will be no class March 14.

Fridays, September 20 to December 6 from 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
Cost: $72.00 members, $108.00 non-members

Fridays, January 10 to March 21 from 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
Cost: $60.00 members, $90.00 non-members

Tai Chi/Qigong

Location: T.B. Costain/SC Johnson Community Centre, 16 Morrell St.

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. There will be no class November 8 and March 14.

Fridays, September 20 to November 29 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Cost: $60.00 members, $90.00 non-members

Fridays, January 10 to March 21 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Cost: $60.00 members, $90.00 non-members

Fitness

Location: T.B. Costain/SC Johnson Community Centre, 16 Morrell St.

Increase your heart rate and tone your muscles in this beginners fitness class. There will be no class on September 30, October 14, November 11, February 17 and March 10.

Mondays, September 16 to December 9 from 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
Cost: $35.00 members, $65.00 non-members

Mondays, January 6 to March 24 from 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
Cost: $35.00 members, $65.00 non-members

Gentle Yoga

Location: T.B. Costain/SC Johnson Community Centre, 16 Morrell St.

Calm your mind with gentle relaxing movements that will improve your health. There will be no class on September 30, October 14, November 11, February 17 and March 10.

Mondays, September 16 to December 9 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Cost: $60.00 members, $90.00 non-members

Mondays, January 6 to March 24 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Cost: $60.00 members, $90.00 non-members

Nia

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

Nia is a holistic movement practice that works with elements from martial arts, dance and relaxation techniques and brings together body, mind and soul. All levels of fitness are welcome. You will be guided to go at your own pace in this program. No previous experience is necessary.

Come and see what this program is all about! Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. on August 28, 2024.
2 Free Demo Dates:

October 24 at 1:30 p.m.

October 31 at 1:30 p.m.

If we have enough interest, a new 4 week program will begin on November 7 at 1:30 pm. Cost will be $24.00 for members, $36.00 for non-members

55+ Drop-in activities

FREE to Beckett Recreation Centre 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 $5.15 per visit, per program, or regular admission rates apply. Previous experience is recommended. Free parking is available.

Drop-in schedules
Location	Program	Day	Time
Beckett Recreation Centre, 219 Colborne Street	Carpet Bowling	Tuesday	1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Beckett Recreation Centre, 219 Colborne Street	Cribbage	Tuesday	1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Beckett Recreation Centre, 219 Colborne Street	Darts	Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday	9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Beckett Recreation Centre, 219 Colborne Street	Contract Bridge	Wednesday	1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Beckett Recreation Centre, 219 Colborne Street	Shuffleboard	Wednesday	1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
T.B. Costain/SC Johnson Community Centre, 16 Morrell Street	Wizard (begins Sept 16)	Monday	1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Avenue	Euchre (begins Sept 19)	Thursday	1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
T.B. Costain/SC Johnson Community Centre, 16 Morrell Street.	Woodcarving (begins Sept 20)	Friday	9:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, 254 North Park Street	Cornhole (begins Sept 27)	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	10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.