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Get Positively Healthy This Winter

View the Winter Issue

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Some kids, pilates and yoga classes fill up quickly, so be sure to log in early to secure your spot. If you want to register early but do not have a computer, a self-serve kiosk will be available near our front desk.

 

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Early Birds Get the Shirt!

Commit to Get Fit Early Bird Shirts

When you register on or before April 17 to walk or run with us in this year's Commit to Get Fit Run, your race package will include your free shirt! Each year features a different colour combination and is exclusively available to our early bird participants.

If you prefer to wait to sign up, don't worry. There is still plenty of time to commit to either the 5K or 10K stretch on Sunday, May 15. Last minute registrations on the event day are welcome, as long as you are early! Race package pick-up on Sunday is between 7:30 and 8:30 am with the walk/run starting at 9:00am.

While it is an Asics Grand Prix Series and Manitoba Runner's Association Gold event, all ability levels are welcome. Kids can join us for a special rate of only $5 so the whole family can commit to take steps to reduce the risk of disease in our lives, our families and our community.

For more details and links to our Facebook page, training tools and more, click here!

10 Free Tips Emails

 

Subscribers will get weekly emails leading up to the Commit to Get Fit Run on May 15th. Tips are meant to help you plan, prepare and train for a walk or run event. Emails include links to free Ready to Run programs and tools for goal setting and buying the proper shoes.

 

Your email is safe with us. We will only be adding you to a list for the tips you've requested. Once the 10 week subscription ends we will not continue sending emails and we will not share your email address with any third parties or sponsors.

 

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Kids Camps

Summer Camp Brochure

July 4 – September 2, 2011

2011 kids camp brochures are now available. Visit our summer camp page for more information on this year's camps.

Registration for summer camp starts April 1. Mark your calendars now because space is limited and many camps fill up quickly!

Tulip Day

TulipThe Lung Association of Manitoba’s 2011 “Breath of Spring Tulip Days” Campaign is bringing tulips. The tulips will be sold next Friday, February 25 from 10:00am to 6:00pm in the Seven Oaks Hospital Courtyard and by the Wellness Institute front desk.

A bunch of five tulips cost $6.00.

Tulips are a breath of spring!

Free Resolution Ride

Resolution Bike Ride EventJoin us this Saturday, January 15th for our annual Resolution Ride. Only 25 spots remain for those who can bring your own bike and trainer! The event runs in our Fitness Studio from 12:00 noon  to 2:00pm (Set-up at 11:45). To register, call 632-3900 and ask for Program #0b or sign up online.

Join Us For: Flat Roads, Climbs & Time Trial Challenges
and a Snack Potluck to follow in Rooms 1&2

Led By: Murray Chimilar & Paul Dyck

Bring : 2 Water Bottles, Towel, Snack/Beverage

Who: Everyone...Members and Guests (non-members) of All
Fitness Levels Welcome!

 

Winter Programs

Positively Healthy magazineRegistration is open for programs in January, February and March. While some programs - like Wee Swim - fill fast, there is still room in a wide range of programs.

Check out Positively Healthy for over 115 options, including over a dozen free health programs and events. There are fitness classes for all ages, plus cooking, meditation and more. Classes are held either at the Wellness Institute at Seven Oaks General Hospital or at Park City West Community Club in Transcona.

Register online or call us at 632-3900.

Programs at Park City West

Check out our winter Wellness Institute programs for all ages held at Park City West Community Club at 115 Sanford Fleming Road:

 

For Kids...
82. Mini Indoor Soccer – 8 weeks
Keep active with soccer drills and activities! Our popular Kids Club program with a new location!

Session             Day    Time             Age(yrs)    Fee
Jan 25-Mar 15    Tue    5:45-6:30pm    3-5       $60

 

For Adults...
83. Fitter.Firmer.Faster Group Training – 8 weeks
Tone up and energize in a power-packed strength, endurance and agility
based workout in a motivating group format. Registration Deadline: Jan 10

Session              Day    Time                  Fee
Jan 25- Mar 15    Tue    7:00-8:00pm    $120

 

For Older Adults...
84. Wanted: Active Men & Women 55+ 
The Active Living Coalition for Older Adults in Manitoba (ALCOA) is looking for those of you with a zest for living. This Ambassador orientation presents options to take part in a Speakers Bureau or the Steppin’ Up with Confidence Program. Find out more about promoting healthy, active aging.
Session       Day    Time                 Fee
Jan 12        Wed    1:30-2:30pm     Free

 

85. Stay on Your Feet This Winter: Take Action to Prevent Falls!    
Reduce your risk of falling – tips on being active, taking care of your health and improving your balance and coordination.
Session      Day    Time                  Fee
Jan 25        Tue    1:30-2:30pm     Free

 

86. Ten Habits to Healthy Living
Learn from the Active Living Coalition of Older Adults (ALCOA) ten key habits that can help maintain your health, independence and mobility.
Session        Day    Time                 Fee
Feb 23        Wed    1:30-2:30pm     Free

 

87. Prime Time Fitness – 10 weeks
For those young at heart who wish to keep their hearts young, this low impact class is simple and easy to follow.  Finish off with strength training and core work that will improve your daily living activities.
Session             Day    Time                  Fee
Jan 20-Mar 24    Thu    6:00-7:00pm     $70

 

To register for any of these programs online, click here. You may also register by phone at 632-3900 or at the Wellness Institute. For programs held at the Wellness Institute, check out our program guide in Positively Healthy magazine. Registration opens December 16.

Join Together Now and Save

Join together for wellness this holiday season and save money
while you reach your fitness or weight loss goals.

When you enroll with a friend before December 31, you
pay only one enrollment fee. Drop in for a free tour and see what makes
us a not just a gym, but a premium facility for your total wellness.

Save one enrollment now when you join together

Click to see Membership
Options
. There are no long-term contracts when you join, but there
is a free assessment to get off to a healthy, safe start and many more
options for classes and services to help you develop your plan for
personal wellness.

New Classes

In addition to over 120 programs listed in Positively Healthy, sign-up now for:

316b Hatha Yoga Gentle/Mixed – 12 weeks

Fridays, starting Sep 17
9:00-10:15 am
Fee: $132/Free

The union of physical, mental and spiritual aspects promotes internal and external balance while improving flexibility. Gentle classes move at a slower pace with fewer poses. All levels welcome!

325 Pilates Reformer Beginner – 12 weeks

#325b Tuesdays, Starting Sep 14; 10:15am-11:15am
#325c – Tuesdays,
Starting Sep 14; 8:15pm-9:15pm
Fee: $172/$150

Specially designed equipment that accommodates client's abilities from post rehab treatment to those looking for a unique and dynamic full body challenge! It is ideal for those needing to decrease neck or back pain or increase strength to the shoulders and/or hips. No previous reformer experience needed *If you have an injury or a condition, which may require additional attention or modification, a private lesson may be required.

(Fees indicate non-member / discounted member rates)