Adapted fitness classes

Adapted fitness classes

Easy to follow, low to moderate intensity programs focused on maintaining strength, balance, and wellness. Adapted fitness classes are designed for those who require a modified fitness routine due to disability.

Benefits of adapted fitness

Adapted fitness empowers you on your health journey as you actively improve your fitness, and wellness.

Our classes can help you improve your circulation, increase bone density and overall body strength. You may also experience pain relief and enhanced mood.

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Registration on each date begins at:
 
  • 6 a.m. — Online (virtual waiting room opens at 5:30 a.m.)
  • 8:30 a.m. — By calling the Customer Service Centre at 403-268-3800 (option 1)
  • During business hours — At any City-operated Aquatic & Recreation or Arts facility

Types of adapted fitness classes

You can register online, in person at our Recreation facilities, or by calling
403-268-3800.

  • Adapted card making - teens & adults

    Our instructors will provide assistance in using a variety of specialized tools and selecting materials to make cards for any occasion. All supplies are provided. Assistance will be provided as needed.

    Age: 13+

    Prerequisite: None

  • Adapted weight room fitness - adults

    A supervised weight room program that will be tailored to your individual needs and goals. Workouts are mobility friendly.

    Age: 18+

    Prerequisite: New participants must complete a PARmed-X, Adapted Fitness Assessment registration form and require a fitness assessment ($66) before the first class. Returning participants must complete a PARmed-X every 12 months

  • Goalball - teens & adults

    While wearing a blindfold, you will try to block and score with a ball that has bells inside to refine your sense of hearing. All equipment will be provided.

    Age: 13+

    Prerequisite: Ability to get down to and up from the floor and spend time on your knees

About our fitness instructors

You can feel confident that our instructors are qualified, certified, and experienced to lead effective and safe adapted fitness programs. 

What are classes like?

Many classes are held in the weight room at facilities with accessible equipment. Each individual uses the ninety (90) minute class time to follow their own personalized workout in the company of other class participants.  Instructors are present to help with modifications and progressions. Aides are welcome to assist where needed.

Come prepared

Please bring:

A completed ParMedX or ParQ+ form must be summitted once per year. New participants must undergo a prescreening after which an appropriate program is created based on their unique fitness needs.

More fitness classes

  • All fitness classes

    We have a variety of inspiring fitness classes to help you stay healthy and active in the water or in a studio.

  • Gentle Fitness

    Low to moderate intensity classes for those looking for a modified fitness routine. Join your peer group to keep active and have fun!

  • Aqua Fitness

    Improve your range of motion, muscular strength, and cardiovascular fitness in our low impact shallow and deep-water aqua fitness programs.

  • Barre & Dance Fitness

    Improve your fitness, strength and health in our dance inspired classes that are equal parts fun and fitness.

Learn how to set up an account, register for programs and find information on cancellations in the help section of Live and Play.

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