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Kid FIIT

Ages: 7 to 11 years
Jump, hop, squat, run, plank, push up, lunge and laugh. This active class teaches kids various aspects of fitness, sport, and movement, leaving your child with sweaty smiles and hearts pumping.

Fee/session: Resident $24.99/Non-resident $31.24 Classes: 5

Little Hands, Big Art

Ages: 5 to 8 years
Location: Community Room, second floor, Welland Main Arena
Kids will learn how to repurpose items to turn them into works of art or decor pieces. This class is open to all kids who love art and want more hands-on time to develop their skills and experiment with different techniques and materials. All materials included. Masks are required.

Fee/session: Resident $31.84/Non-resident $39.80 Classes: 5

The Artist In Me

Ages: 7 to 12 years
Location: Community Room, second floor, Welland Main Arena
Get ready to explore a variety of art styles each week. Kids will have the opportunity to make their masterpieces while learning new techniques. All materials included. Masks are required.

Fee/session: Resident $31.84/Non-resident $39.80 Classes: 5

Preschool Dancers

Ages: 3 to 6 years
Back by popular demand, this intro to dance class lets children learn basic steps and techniques. Participants will make new friends while having fun. Children should be wearing indoor soft-soled shoes and proper dance attire (tights or leotards). Parents should not be in the class once it starts.

Fee/session: Resident $22.42/Non-resident $28.03 Classes: 5

Fee/session: Resident $22.42/Non-resident $28.03 Classes: 5

Munchkin Dancers

Ages: 6 to 9 years
This fun introductory class teaches children basic dance steps and techniques. Participants will make new friends while having fun. Children should be wearing indoor soft-soled shoes and proper dance attire (tights or leotards). Parents should not be in the class once it starts.

Fee/session: Resident $22.42/Non-resident $28.03 Classes: 5

Fee/session: Resident $22.42/Non-resident $28.03 Classes: 5

Intro to Circus

Ages: 5 to 8 years
Come one, come all, to the introduction to the world of circus training. In this exciting beginner's class, participants will develop balance and flexibility, perform on mini-trampolines, and juggle. Lessons also include tumbling and hand-balancing. Your instructor has been a professional circus and dance artist for more than 20 years. Non-slip indoor shoes are required.

Fee/session: Resident $24.99/Non-resident $31.24 Classes: 4

*Cancellation: April 14

Fee/session: Resident $28.76/Non-resident $35.95 Classes: 5

Circus! Circus! Circus!

Ages: 8 to 15 years
Come one, come all, to the introduction to the world of circus training. This class is a mix of dance, stretching, circus strengthening, juggling, games and fun. Circus is inclusive to all abilities and is great for building confidence, agility, mobility and friendships. Your instructor has been a professional circus and dance artist for more than 20 years. Non-slip indoor shoes are required.

Fee/session: Resident $28.76/Non-resident $35.95 Classes: 5

Evening Yoga

Yoga is an excellent healing practice that helps unify body, mind and breath, creating a sense of peace, stillness and strength. Yoga helps free the joints of the body, strengthen muscles, aid concentration, relax the nervous system and induce a feeling of total wellbeing. Participants are required to bring a yoga mat, towel and wear comfortable clothing.

Fee/session: Resident $31.84/Non-resident $39.80 Classes: 4

*Cancellation: April 18

Fee/session: Resident $31.84/Non-resident $39.80 Classes: 4

*Cancellation: May 23

Guitar Lessons

Take guitar lessons — but on your terms. Our instructor is excellent to work with and very patient. Whether you are a beginner or an intermediate, we can adjust according to your wants and needs. Note: lessons are 30 minutes in length and can be booked in half-hour time slots between 5 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.

Fee/session: Resident $19.00/Non-resident $23.75

*Cancellation: April 18 and may 23

Piano Lessons

Learn how to play the piano with one-on-one instruction on our baby grand piano. Our patient and engaging teacher will instruct classes focussing on reading music notes, proper hand techniques, keeping time and having fun. NOTE: Different lesson times are available to fit your schedule as they are in 30-minute increments taking place on Thursdays from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Fee/session: Resident $19.00/Non-resident $23.75

Adult Yoga

Yoga is an excellent healing practice that helps unify body, mind and breath, creating a sense of peace, stillness and strength. Yoga helps free the joints of the body, strengthen muscles, aid concentration, relax the nervous system and induce a feeling of total wellbeing. Participants are required to bring a yoga mat, towel and wear comfortable clothing.

Fee/session: Resident $27.56/Non-resident $34.45 Classes: 5

Fee/session: Resident $27.56/Non-resident $34.45 Classes: 5

BrockFit Circuit

Partnering with instructors from the Brock-Niagara Centre for Health & Well-Being, this Circuit Training class can improve strength, endurance, balance, and quality of life. But it can also increase confidence, enhance self-esteem, and help build friendships with others.

Fee/session: Resident $24.99/Non-resident $31.24 Classes: 5

Body Sculpt

Working both upper and lower body with dumbbells, you burn double the calories by working with compound exercises. In addition, you will gain strength and tone your body. The instructor will also lead you through a great abdominal workout.

Fee/session: Resident $23.28/Non-resident $29.10 Classes: 4

*Cancellation: April 18

Fee/session: Resident $23.28/Non-resident $29.10 Classes: 4

*Cancellation: May 23

Boot Camp

Boot camp class welcomes all fitness levels (beginner to advance) that offer different cardio and muscle resistance styles that will strengthen your body. Boot camp will include cross-training, HIIT, circuit training and more to push yourself to your maximum potential.

Fee/session: Resident $21.23/Non-resident $26.54 Classes: 4

*Cancellation: April 17

Fee/session: Resident $24.99/Non-resident $31.24 Classes: 5

Cardio, Core and More

A strong core is integral to overall strength, posture and wellness in your daily life. This class will use a variety of aerobic exercises, weights and strength building and toning moves to sculpt all the major muscles of your core. All fitness levels welcome.

Fee/session: Resident $23.28/Non-resident $29.10 Classes: 4

*Cancellation: April 18

Fee/session: Resident $27.56/Non-resident $34.45 Classes: 5

Fee/session: Resident $23.28/Non-resident $29.10 Classes: 4

*Cancellation: May 23

Fee/session: Resident $27.56/Non-resident $34.45 Classes: 5

Pilates

Pilates allows you to train your body and mind to a better physical and mental you. This program improves balance, strength, flexibility and coordination while focusing on core muscle conditioning. Participants are required to bring a yoga mat.

Fee/session: Resident $27.56/Non-resident $34.45 Classes: 5

Fee/session: Resident $27.56/Non-resident $34.45 Classes: 5

Weight For It

Weight for It — a free weight program set to music — will strengthen, define and tone your muscles. The program is executed in a fun and creative way through hand weights, real-life functional movement patterns, and exercise movements. Suitable for beginner to advanced. Participants are required to bring a yoga mat.

Fee/session: Resident $27.56/Non-resident $34.45 Classes: 5

Fee/session: Resident $27.56/Non-resident $34.45 Classes: 5

Fee/session: Resident $27.56/Non-resident $34.45 Classes: 5

Fee/session: Resident $27.56/Non-resident $34.45 Classes: 5

Fee/session: Resident $23.28/Non-resident $29.10 Classes: 4

*Cancellation: May 14

Women on Weights

Women on Weights is an exercise program designed specifically for women. Each class includes a short aerobic component followed by a resistance training component. The main focus is on muscle conditioning for specific areas such as the arms, abdominals, hips, and thighs.

Fee/session: Resident $24.99/ Non-resident $31.24 Classes: 5

Fee/session: Resident $24.99/ Non-resident $31.24 Classes: 5

Yogilates

This program will work towards strengthening your core, assisting in aligning your body and improving overall flexibility. Participants are required to bring a yoga mat.

Fee/session: Resident $23.28/Non-resident $29.10 Classes: 4

*Cancellation: April 15

Fee/session: Resident $27.56/Non-resident $34.45 Classes: 5

Wood Shop Orientation

A prerequisite to using the Wood Shop, this 2-hour Orientation on safety and use of equipment is mandatory. Our knowledgeable and experienced instructor will show you how to use the machines and get you started on projects. Maximum two registrants per timeslot. Mask are required.

Fee/session: Resident $21.81/Non-resident $27.26 Classes: 1

Chair One Fitness

Chair One Fitness class is a fun, musically driven, interactive, full-body workout that uplifts people through dance and fitness moves. Perfect for anyone who is a senior, pregnant, obese, has developmental and /or physical disabilities, injuries and rehabilitation, wheelchair users, amputees and spinal cord injuries. Chair One Fitness is a completely inclusive class for everyone.

Fee/session: Resident $24.99/Non-resident $31.24 Classes: 5

Chair Yoga

Chair yoga is great for people who have trouble getting down to the floor. You will learn strength and balance poses that will build up your confidence and improve the quality of your life. There will also be breathing techniques to help slow down your mind and expand your lungs. The entire class is done with the assistance of a chair. This class can be a stepping stone to improving your fitness level.

Fee/session: Resident $23.28/Non-resident $29.10 Classes: 4

*Cancellation: April 18

Fee/session: Resident $27.56/Non-resident $34.45 Classes: 5

Fee/session: Resident $23.28/Non-resident $29.10 Classes: 4

*Cancellation: May 23

Fee/session: Resident $27.56/Non-resident $34.45 Classes: 5

Low Impact Aerobics & Toning

This class is for those who want to exercise with easy-to-follow choreography. The cardiovascular portion is set to slower music and contains no jumping. A toning segment and relaxing stretches complete this fun workout. Sponge ball and Dyna bands required — available for purchase at the front desk if needed.

Fee/session: Resident $27.56/Non-resident $34.45 Classes: 5

Fee/session: Resident $27.56/Non-resident $34.45 Classes: 5

Seniors Sunrise Yoga

Work with your body and mind in a way that enhances increased health, well-being and inner peace. Yoga also increases range of motion, joint mobility, alleviates pain and reduces stress. This combined level class introduces beginners to basic poses and challenges more advanced students. Please bring a yoga mat and towel.

Fee/session: Resident $27.56/Non-resident $34.45 Classes: 5

Fee/session: Resident $27.56/Non-resident $34.45 Classes: 5

Tai Chi 24 Level 1

With only 24 movements, it is the perfect way to experience the amazing health benefits of a shortened Tai Chi form, regardless of your current fitness level. Tai chi is known for improving balance, strength and flexibility, as well as keeping the mind sharp and positive. This easy-to-learn form, with its slow, graceful movements, is one of the most popular forms of Tai Chi today.

Fee/session: Resident $27.56/Non-resident $34.45Classes: 5

Fee/session: Resident $27.56/Non-resident $34.45Classes: 5

Tai Chi 24 Level 2

This Level 2 class will be a continuation of Yang Form 24. It will give you the opportunity to refine your movements as you continue learning the Form. If you feel you have a command of the first half of the Form, this class would be the next step. You may also choose to do both levels.

Fee/session: Resident $27.56/Non-resident $34.45 Classes: 5

Fee/session: Resident $27.56/Non-resident $34.45 Classes: 5

Tone & Fit Beginner

Are you ready to take the first step towards a stronger leaner you? This program is created for beginners or those who have been away from the gym for a while. So don't be shy, come and join us for a fun and gentle workout at your own pace. Sponge ball and Dyna bands required - available for purchase at the front desk if needed.

Fee/session: Resident $23.28/Non-resident $29.10 Classes: 4

*Cancellation: April 15 and April 18

Fee/session: Resident $23.28/Non-resident $29.10 Classes: 4

*Cancellation: May 23

Fee/session: Resident $27.56/Non-resident $34.45 Classes: 5

Tone & Fit Intermediate

This class will focus on toning and strengthening all the major muscle groups in the body. Emphasis will be placed on the proper use of tubing and Dyna bands. The class includes a brief cardio warm-up segment and effective stretches to enhance flexibility. Dyna bands and sponge balls are available for purchase at customer service if required.

Fee/session: Resident $23.28/Non-resident $29.10 Classes: 4

*Cancellation: April 14

Fee/session: Resident $27.56/Non-resident $34.45 Classes: 5

Zumba Gold Beginners

Zumba Gold is a hit with the ageing population. It takes the Zumba formula and modifies the moves and pacing to suit the needs of the active older participant and those just starting their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle. What stays the same are all the elements the Zumba Fitness-Party is known for: the zesty Latin music, like salsa, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton, exhilarating, easy-to-follow moves, and the invigorating party-like atmosphere. Active older adults want camaraderie, excitement and fitness as a regular part of their weekly schedule. This class is for beginners. So come out and give Zumba a try.

Fee/session: Resident $27.56/Non-resident $34.45 Classes: 5

Fee/session: Resident $27.56/Non-resident $34.45 Classes: 5

Zumba Gold Advanced

Zumba Gold is a hit with the ageing population. It takes the Zumba formula and modifies the moves and pacing to suit the needs of the active older participant and those just starting their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle. What stays the same are all the elements the Zumba Fitness-Party is known for: the zesty Latin music, like salsa, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton, exhilarating, easy-to-follow moves, and the invigorating party-like atmosphere. Active older adults want camaraderie, excitement and fitness as a regular part of their weekly schedule. Zumba Gold is the perfect fit. It is a dance-fitness class that feels friendly, and most of all, fun. This class is for participants who have previously participated in Zumba Gold.

Fee/session: Resident $27.56/Non-resident $34.45 Classes: 5

Fee/session: Resident $23.28/Non-resident $29.10Classes: 4

*Cancellation: April 15

Fee/session: Resident $27.56/Non-resident $34.45 Classes: 5

Line Dancing Beginner

Line dancing is not just for country folks. This low-impact exercise is lots of fun and a great form of dance you can do alone. This class will lift your spirits and reduce stress while keeping your memory sharp when focusing on memorizing dance steps. No partner or previous experience is required. Masks are recommended.

Fee/session: Resident $23.62/Non-resident: $29.53 Classes: 4

*Cancellation: April 18

Fee/session: Resident $23.62/Non-resident: $29.53 Classes: 4

*Cancellation: May 23

Line Dancing Advanced

Line dancing is not just for country folks. This low-impact exercise is lots of fun and a great form of dance you can do alone. This class will lift your spirits and reduce stress while keeping your memory sharp when focusing on memorizing dance steps. More advanced steps and a faster pace is the difference between this class and the beginner class. Masks are recommended.

Fee/session: Resident $24.48/Non-resident $30.60 Classes: 5

Fee/session: Resident $24.48/Non-resident $30.60 Classes: 5

Program Chat'n Craft

Laugh, chat and socialize while working on your craft. All talents welcomed — sewing, crocheting, knitting. Masks are required.

Jammers

Jammers is an unstructured time for musicians to play their favourite Country and Blue Grass or Rock music. Come and share your talents with others or just come to listen and enjoy. Masks must be worn at all times unless singing or playing a wind instrument. All musicians must be spaced two meters apart.

Orchestrum

Orchestrum is an introduction to playing musical instruments. Everyone is welcome, from the absolute beginner to the seasoned expert — join us for a fun session of music. You may even discover new musical talent. Some instruments are provided.

Pickleball

Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. Two or four players use solid paddles — available for use at our front desk. Come try out your skills and meet new people; new people welcome. Masks are required when not playing.

*Cancellation: April 14, April 17, April 18 and May 23

Table Tennis

Join the gang for some table tennis and meet some new friends. This drop-in program is intergenerational and available to those 12 and up. Masks are required when not playing.

*Cancellation: April 14, April 17 and May 14

Welland Community Crafters

Join us for a fun-filled weekly session where we get together, chat and work on craft projects. Meet other crafters to trade ideas or show off your recent creations. Please bring your own materials. A limited amount of paint and scrapbooking supplies are available. Masks are recommended for this program.

Badminton

Make new friends and learn the fundamentals of this lively game, including serve and return strokes, rules, and game strategy. All equipment supplied. Masks are required when not playing.

*Cancellation: April 17 and May 14

Bingo

Get out your lucky charm and meet a lively bunch of people for a game of Bingo. Masks are required.

*Cancellation: April 15

Cornhole

Location: Community Room, second floor, Welland Main Arena
Cornhole is similar to horseshoes, except you use wooden boxes called Cornhole platforms and corn bags instead of horseshoes and metal stakes. Players take turns pitching their corn bags at the Cornhole platform until they reach 21 points. A corn bag in the hole scores three points, while one on the platform scores one point. If you can aim and toss a corn bag nine meters/30 feet, you can master the game of Cornhole.

Orchestrum Unplugged

Everyone is welcome, from beginners to experts. All acoustic jam session with singing, some instruments provided. Masks are required.

*Cancellation: April 15

Pickleball

Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. Two or four players use solid paddles — available for use at our front desk. Come try out your skills and meet new people; new people welcome. Masks are required when not playing.

*Cancellation: April 14 and April 15

Tai Chi Practice

Keep your Tai Chi in good practice and your mind clear when moving through the class. Tai Chi involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner and accompanied by deep breathing. Each posture flows into the next without pause, ensuring that your body is in constant motion

*Cancellation: April 15

Bid Euchre

Location: Community Room, first floor, Welland Main Arena
Bid Euchre is a variation of the original game of euchre, which introduces the element of bidding in which the trump suit is decided by which player can bid to take the most tricks. Participants should have a basic understanding of the game. Come out and play and meet new people.

Bridge

Location: Community Room, first floor, Welland Main Arena
Come socialize and play a game of bridge. All levels of ability are welcome. Basic understanding of bridge fundamentals is required.

Melodiers Makin' Music

Melodiers is a little bit of country, rock 'n' roll, blues, and folk. Play and sing your favourite music with other musicians in a relaxed jamming session, or come to listen and enjoy. Masks must be worn at all times unless singing or playing a wind instrument. All musicians must be spaced two meters apart.

*Cancellation: April 18 and may 23

Pickleball

Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. Two or four players use solid paddles — available for use at our front desk. Come try out your skills and meet new people; new people welcome. Masks are required when not playing.

*Cancellation: April 18, April 14, April 15, May 14 and May 23

Pieceful Quilters

Quilt by the water every Friday afternoon with friends. Create and complete a quilt together. The finished quilt will be donated to a local charity for raffle or auction. Materials provided. Masks are required.

*Cancellation: April 8 and April 15

Progressive Euchre

Location: Community Room, first floor, Welland Main Arena
Do you like to socialize and play cards? If so, this activity is for you. Participants are required to have a basic understanding of euchre. Beginners and Advanced players play together and enjoy the game's strategy.

Shuffleboard

Come out to meet the shuffleboard group. They have been playing the game for a while and welcome new players.

*Cancellation: April 15 and April 17

Table Tennis

Join us for a friendly game of Table Tennis, the most popular racquet sport in the world.

*Cancellation: April 18 and May 23

Velvetones Choir

This talented choir brings a spring and Christmas performance to the Welland Community Wellness Complex every year. Come out to sing or simply listen.

Winstonville Euchre

Location: Community Room, first floor, Welland Main Arena
Come out and make new friends and have fun playing euchre. This group has been playing for a long time and welcomes new members. In addition, you can enjoy organized events with this group.

*Cancellation: April 15

Woodcarvers

Carve your work of art along with others who share their love of carving. Masks are required.