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We offer a wide variety of activities to keep the mind and body healthy and engaged – tailored to every skill level.
Some activities are free with others priced from $5 to $12 to cover instructors or equipment costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Yoga<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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A gentle yoga class using flowing movements, stretching, and mindful breathing to improve strength, flexibility, balance, and relaxation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Cards<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Enjoy games of Canasta that challenge the mind, encourage strategic thinking, and foster companionship.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Jazzercise<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Flex<\/strong>
Gentle stretching and mobility exercises designed to improve flexibility, balance, movement, and overall well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lite<\/strong>
Easy-to-follow dance-based exercise that combines gentle cardio, strength, balance, and flexibility training.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strength<\/strong>
A low-impact strength and conditioning class that helps build muscle, support bone health, and maintain everyday independence.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Mahjong<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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A stimulating tile-based game that encourages strategic thinking, concentration, and social engagement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beginners are welcome and instruction is given by the more experienced players.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’ve ever played poker or rummy, then Mahjong is easy to learn and based around similar strategies.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Dancing<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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We currently have 3 different dance classes:
Latin Lines<\/strong>
Enjoy lively Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow line dancing while improving fitness, balance, coordination, and confidence.
Social Partner Dance<\/strong>
Learn and practice partner dance styles while developing coordination, confidence, fitness, and dance skills.
Line Dancing<\/strong>
Learn choreographed dance routines that improve fitness, coordination, balance, and memory while enjoying a variety of music.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Craft<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Enjoy a range of arts and crafts activities, learn new skills, exchange ideas, and create alongside others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We have a stash of materials, wool, notions and everything you need to get started on a project. We create items to sell at our bi-annual fete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn a new craft and benefit from our experienced crafters who love giving advice. This is a free activity and a very social space.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Let’s Get Active<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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A functional fitness class focused on improving strength, balance, flexibility, and mobility for everyday living. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Languages<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Practise conversational Russian, explore cultural traditions, and build language skills through shared learning.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Table Tennis<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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A fast-paced and enjoyable activity that improves coordination, reflexes, balance, and fitness through friendly competition.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Painting<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Art Techniques<\/strong>
Explore a variety of artistic methods and materials while developing skills, expressing creativity, and enjoying the process of making art.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Porcelain Painting<\/strong>
Learn specialised painting techniques to decorate porcelain pieces and create beautiful, personalised works of art.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Qigong and Tai Chi<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Slow, flowing movements and breathing exercises that promote balance, flexibility, strength, relaxation, and wellbeing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Book Club<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Read books, articles, or other materials of your choice and share insights, ideas, and perspectives through engaging discussion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Discover new authors and genres while sharing a love of reading through lively conversation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We have a large bookshelf with dozens of books and magazines to borrow or swap. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Tech Hub<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Learn More<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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We have two Windows computers with internet available; connected to a scanner and printer and ready to use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We also have iPads and smart phones to borrow so you can “try before you buy”.<\/p>\n\n\n\n