55+

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.

Free 55+ Drop-in activities

Location: various locations
The following drop-in activities are free for 55+ Recreation and Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre 55+ Facility members. 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. Schedules are subject to change.

Drop-in activity schedules
Location Program Day Time
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 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 		 Wednesday 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Avenue New! Board Games  Wednesday 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.
Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Avenue Cornhole  Friday 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Woodman Park Community Centre, 491 Grey Street Scrabble  Tuesday 1:00 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 Fit Tuesday 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre programs

The following programming is offered at Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre located at 333 Erie Avenue.  For questions related to this programming, please call 519-754-0711.

55+ Art Programs and Workshops

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

Learn how to compose a dynamic landscape in watercolour using a variety of methods such as wet in wet, wet on dry, dry brush and scrapping. Learn to simplify details, values and shapes to make an effective composition. All skill levels are welcome. Each lesson will start with a demonstration of a partial scene. The partial scene can be copied or can use a photo to create your own masterpiece. Supplies are not included. A supply list will be provided upon registration.

  • Wednesdays from October 28 to November 25, 2026 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
  • Cost: $60.00 members, $75.00 non-members

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

Learn to draw and paint beautiful Blue Jays, majestic owls and other Canadian birds in an impressionistic style watercolour painting. You can learn a variety of watercolour techniques such as wet in wet, wet on dry and dry brush. Use fine brushes to capture details, create texture for feathers and add highlights. Step-by-step demonstrations and photo references will be provided each week. This class is open to all skill levels. Supplies are not included. A supply list will be provided upon registration.

  • Wednesdays from January 13 to January 27, 2027 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
  • Cost: $36.00 members, $45.00 non-members

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55+ Special Interest Programs and Workshops

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

Get into the holiday spirit and create your own festive planter. Enjoy a cup of complimentary hot chocolate and design a beautiful seasonal arrangement using fresh greenery, natural accents and decorative touches while listening to songs of the season.

Afternoon workshop:

  • Monday, November 23, 2026 from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Cost: $65.00 members, $70.00 non-members

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Evening workshop:

  • Monday, November 23, 2026 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
  • Cost: $65.00 members, $70.00 non-members

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

It’s B-I-N-G-O time! Enjoy 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. Admission is $2.00 at the door.

  • Wednesday, October 7, 2026 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Registration required by September 30.
  • Cost: No fee members, $5.00 non-members

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  • Wednesday, December 9, 2026 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Registration required by December 2.
  • Cost: No fee members, $5.00 non-members

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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. 

Fall session:

  • Mondays October 5 to December 14, 2026 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. There will be no program on October 12.
  • Cost: $60.00 members, $90.00 non-members

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Winter session:

  • Mondays January 11 to March 22, 2027 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. There will be no program on February 15.
  • Cost: $60.00 members, $90.00 non-members

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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.

Fall session:

  • Mondays October 5 to December 14, 2026, 1:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. There will is no program on October 12.
  • Cost: $60.00 members, $90.00 non-members

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

We will show you how you can prioritize your health, so you can be an even better caregiver. Learn helpful tips on how you can continue to care for yourself, while caring for someone else.

  • Tuesdays February 23 to March 30, 2027, 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
  • Cost: free

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

A Registered Dietician from the Grand River Community Health Centre will share all the benefits of protein and provide helpful tips on how to get enough daily protein to help you age well.

  • Wednesday, March 3 2027, 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
  • Cost: free

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55+ Stay Active Programs

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

Calm your mind with gentle relaxing movements that will improve your health. 

Fall session:

  • Mondays September 21 to December 14, 2026, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. There is no program on September 28 or October 12, 2026.
  • Cost: $66.00 members, $99.00 non-members

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Winter session:

  • Mondays January 4 to March 15, 2027, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. There is no program on February 15, 2027.
  • Cost: $60.00 members, $90.00 non-members

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

Take time to relax, stretch and recharge in this gentle yoga, meditation and breathwork class. A perfect way to unwind and foster a sense of calm and connection to have you feeling refreshed. Please bring your own yoga mat.

  • Friday, November 6, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
  • $12.00 for members, $18.00 for non-members

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  • Friday, December 4, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
  • $12.00 for members, $18.00 for non-members

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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.

Fall session:

  • Fridays October 9 to December 11, 2026 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
  • $60.00 for members, $90.00 for non-members

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Winter session:

  • Fridays January 8 to March 12, 2027 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
  • $60.00 for members, $90.00 for non-members

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

Increase your heart rate and tone your muscles in this beginners' fitness class.

Fall sessions:

  • Mondays September 21 to December 14, 2026 from 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. There is no program on September 28, October 2 or October 12, 2026.
  • Cost: $38.50 members, $71.50 non-members

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  • Fridays, September 25 to December 11, 2026 from 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
  • Cost: $38.50 members, $71.50 non-members

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Winter sessions:

  • Mondays January 4 to March 15, 2027 from 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. There is no program on February 15, 2027.
  • Cost: $35.00 members, $65.00 non-members

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  • Fridays, January 8 to March 12, 2026 from 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
  • Cost: $35.00 members, $65.00 non-members

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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.

Fall sessions:

  • Thursdays September 24 to December 10, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
  • Cost: $66.00 for members, $99.00 for non-members

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Winter session:

  • Thursdays January 7 to March 11, 2027 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
  • Cost: $60.00 for members, $90.00 for non-members

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City of Brantford
58 Dalhousie Street
P.O. Box 818
Brantford, Ontario
N3T 2J2 

519-759-4150

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