SouthWest Edmonton Seniors Association

Cardio Total Fit
2022-05-05 09:45 - 10:45 (America/Edmonton) | Blue Quill Community Centre BQCC, 11304 25 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB, T6J 5B1, Canada
Instructor: Jannine Otto

Fitness Level 2: Moderate to Active, with standing and floor work. Bring running shoes, light hand weights and water.

Have fun and move to music in a 60-minute class that will enhance cardiovascular health, increase strength, mobility, flexibility, and balance.Using an interval style format, the hour includes a variety of low impact cardio exercises combined with strength building resistance intervals using handheld weights. The instructor is certified in active aging and has years of experience teaching all fitness levels. Plenty of modifications will be provided to suit your fitness level.

When: Thursday, 9:45 am – 10:45 am

Session 1 (8 classes) May 5, 12, 19, 26, June 2, 16, 23, 30 (No class June 9)Cost: $80 member session rate | $12 member drop-in rate $104 non-member session rate | $15 non-member drop-in rate

Session 2 (7 classes) July 14, 21, 28, August 4, 11, 18, 25Cost: $70 member session rate | $12 member drop-in rate $91 non-member session rate | $15 non-member drop-in rate

Coffee and Chat - Thursday
2022-05-05 09:30 - 12:00 | Yellowbird East Community Centre YECC, 10710 19 AVE NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6J6W9, Canada
This is a great way to meet members in an informal, casual setting and an enjoyable way to stay in touch with fellow SWESA members. Stay for a short time or stay all morning or afternoon! Coffee, tea and cookies are always available. To reduce waste, SWESA suggests that individuals bring a reusable beverage container from home.

When: Monday, 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm (14 weeks, start date: May 2- August 22. Not open May 23, May 30, August 1)Location: Terwillegar Community Recreation Centre (TCRC), Room 7Cost: $20 member session flat rate | $2 member drop-in $35 non-member session flat rate | $3 non-member drop-in

When: Wednesday, 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm (17 weeks, start date: May 4- August 24)Location: Terwillegar Community Recreation Centre (TCRC), Room 7Cost: $25 member session flat rate | $2 member drop-in $35 non-member session flat rate | $3 non-member drop-in

When: Thursday, 9:30 am – 12:00 pm (16 weeks, start date: May 5- August 25, not open June 9, August 25)Location: Yellowbird East Community Centre (YECC)Cost: $25 member session flat rate | $2 member drop-in $35 non-member session flat rate| $3 non-member drop-in

GAMES
2022-05-05 08:00 - 14:45, 2022-05-04 08:00 - 14:45, 2022-05-03 08:00 - 14:45, 2022-05-02 08:00 - 14:45 | Yellowbird East Community Centre YECC, 10710 19 AVE NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6J6W9, Canada
Come and learn to play a friendly game in a casual and warm setting. Both beginners and experienced players are welcome and can join at any time throughout the season. If you are interested in another game, please contact the Program Coordinator to discuss.

Cost: See series member flat rate above for the Spring- Summer. $2 member drop-in rate. $35 non-member session flat rate or $3 non-member drop-in rate. Pre-registration is encouraged. Please arrive ahead of the listed program time to allow teams and tables to be set for game play.

No Games on May 23, May 30, June 9, August 1.

*Bridge (Contract) on July 13th will be held in the Coffee Room

American MahjongMonday May 2 – Aug 22 9:30 am – 12:00 pmYECC – Coffee Room$20 (14 weeks) Canasta (Hand & Foot)Monday May 2 – Aug 2212:30 pm – 2:45 pmYECC – Hall A & B$20 (14 weeks)CribbageMonday May 2- Aug 22 12:30 pm – 2:45 pmYECC- Coffee Room$20 (14 weeks)Scrabble GroupTuesday May 10 – Aug 23 10:00 am – 12:00 pmYECC – Coffee Room$20 (16 weeks)Arizona 10Tuesday May 10- Aug 2312:30 pm – 2:45 pmYECC – Hall A & B$20 (16 weeks)Bridge (Contract)*Wednesday, May 4 – Aug 2412:30 pm – 2:45 pmYECC – Hall A & B$25 (17 weeks) CribbageThursday May 5 – Aug 2512:30 pm – 2:45 pmYECC – Coffee Room$22 (16 weeks)

Coffee and Chat - Wednesdays
2022-05-04 13:30 - 16:00 | Terwillegar Community Recreation Centre TCRC Room 7, 2051 Leger Rd NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6R 0R8, Canada
This is a great way to meet members in an informal, casual setting and an enjoyable way to stay in touch with fellow SWESA members. Stay for a short time or stay all morning or afternoon! Coffee, tea and cookies are always available. To reduce waste, SWESA suggests that individuals bring a reusable beverage container from home.

When: Monday, 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm (14 weeks, start date: May 2- August 22. Not open May 23, May 30, August 1)Location: Terwillegar Community Recreation Centre (TCRC), Room 7.Cost: $20 member session flat rate | $2 member drop-in $35 non-member session flat rate | $3 non-member drop-in

When: Wednesday, 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm (17 weeks, start date: May 4- August 24)Location: Terwillegar Community Recreation Centre (TCRC), Room 7.Cost: $25 member session flat rate | $2 member drop-in $35 non-member session flat rate | $3 non-member drop-in

When: Thursday, 9:30 am – 12:00 pm (16 weeks, start date: May 5- August 25, not open June 9, August 25)Location: Yellowbird East Community Centre (YECC)Cost: $25 member session flat rate | $2 member drop-in $35 non-member session flat rate| $3 non-member drop-in.

Yoga – Gentle
2022-05-04 13:30 - 14:30 | Blue Quill Community Centre BQCC, 11304 25 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB, T6J 5B1, Canada
Instructor: Darria Hirsekorn

Fitness Level 1: Gentle, standing and floor work. Bring a yoga mat, water and a blanket or shawl.

Gentle Yoga is a kind way to practice yoga. The benefits of yoga include better range of motion and muscle tone, more ease in daily activities, improved breathing, better balance, and stress reduction. In this class, we will use the chair during the warmups and the chair will be accessible for those who would like to use it, during the balance, standing, and finishing stretches and poses. Join this relaxing health promoting class and see the benefits in your life.

When: Wednesday, 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Session 1 (8 classes) May 4, 11, 18, 25, June 1, 8, 15, 22,Cost: $80 member session rate | $12 member drop-in rate $104 non-member session rate | $15 non-member drop-in rate

Session 2 (7 classes) July 13, 20, 27, August 3, 10, 17, 24Cost: $70 member session rate | $12 member drop-in rate $91 non-member session rate | $15 non-member drop-in rate

Book Club
2022-05-04 13:00 - 14:15 | Yellowbird East Community Centre YECC, 10710 19 AVE NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6J6W9, Canada
The group selects one specific book to be featured for discussion each month. The book is selected by the group at least 2 months in advance and must be available for borrowing from the Edmonton Public Library. The selected books will cover a range of genres and be open to both fiction and non-fiction. The book discussions lead to other related conversations making this a friendly and informal group. Do not hesitate to join this group at any time throughout the year or come for the company and conversation.

When: 1st Wednesday of each month, 1:00 pm – 2:15 pm

Dates: May 4, June 1, July 6, August 3

Cost: $2 member rate per visit | $3 non-member rate per visitLocation: Yellowbird East Community Centre- Coffee Room

Yoga – Stretch and Strengthen II
2022-05-04 11:45 - 13:00 | Blue Quill Community Centre BQCC, 11304 25 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB, T6J 5B1, Canada
Instructor: Darria Hirsekorn

Fitness Level 3: An advanced yoga class. Bring a yoga mat, water and a blanket or shawl.

This class is an invitation into more challenging explorations of yoga in a variety of poses on your back, seated on the floor, standing and on your belly. There will be opportunities to stretch and strengthen the body in new and challenging ways, while building on the foundations of yoga. Some of the benefits of Stretch and Strengthen Yoga II can include greater flexibility, muscle tone and strength, improved range of motion of the joints, more body awareness, greater calm and ease of being.

When: Wednesday, 11:45 am – 1:00 pm

Session 1 (8 classes) May 4, 11, 18, 25, June 1, 8, 15, 22,Cost: $80 member session rate | $12 member drop-in rate$104 non-member session rate | $15 non-member drop-in rate

Session 2 (7 classes) July 13, 20, 27, August 3, 10, 17, 24Cost: $70 member session rate| $12 member drop-in rate$91 non-member session rate | $15 non-member drop-in

Core & All
2022-05-04 10:15 - 11:15 | Blue Quill Community Centre BQCC, 11304 25 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB, T6J 5B1, Canada
Instructor: Esther Sipos

Fitness Level 2: Moderate to Active. Bring yoga mat, resistance band and water.

The class is designed to focus on your core, increase your overall strength, improve your posture, balance, and flexibility. You will warm up, stretch, and exercise your entire body; weights and resistance bands may be used, as well as chairs to assist with stability.

When: Wednesday, 10:15 am – 11:15 am

Instructor: Esther Sipos

Session 1 (9 classes) May 4, 11, 18, 25, June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29Cost: $90 member session rate | $12 member drop-in rate $117 non-member session rate | $15 non-member drop-in rate

Session 2 (7 classes) July 13, 20, 27, August 3, 10, 17, 24Cost: $70 member session rate | $12 member drop-in rate $91 non-member session rate | $15 non-member drop-in rate

Essentrics for Seniors
2022-05-03 14:30 - 15:15 | Blue Quill Community Centre BQCC, 11304 25 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB, T6J 5B1, Canada
Instructor: Lori Griffith

Fitness Level 1: Gentle, standing and chair work. Bring a yoga mat, resistance band and water.

This class is aimed at regaining your mobility while slowly building strength and reawakening the power of your 650 muscles. This is a slower paced class and is designed for those who have muscle stiffness/atrophy, frozen shoulder, chronic aches, and pains, and for those who are beginning to exercise after being inactive. Ideal for seniors who are looking for a gentle, slow tempo class that focuses on improving mobility, balance, and strength.

When: Tuesday, 2:30 pm – 3:15 pm

Session 1 (9 classes) May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, June 7, 14, 21, 28Cost: $90 member session rate| $12 member drop-in rate $117 non-member session rate | $15 non-member drop-in rate

Session 2 (8 classes) July 5, 12, 19, 26, August 2, 9, 16, 23Cost: $70 member session rate| $12 member drop-in rate $104 non-member session rate | $15 non-member drop-in rate

Clogging For Beginners
2022-05-03 09:30 - 10:30 | Blue Quill Community Centre BQCC, 11304 25 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB, T6J 5B1, Canada
Instructor: Tracy Walters

Learn the basic steps and terms associated with clogging to all types of music.

Clogging is a unique form of dancing that is similar to tap dance. It incorporates Irishdancing, line dancing and many other forms of dance. It is known as the “melting pot”of all dance forms.

Wear comfortable clothes and preferably shoes with leathersoles.

No dance experience is required to participate.

When: Tuesday, 9:30 am – 10:30 am

Session 1 (9 classes) May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 June 7, 14, 21, 28Cost: $90 member session rate | $12 member drop-in rate$117 non-member session rate | $15 non-member drop-in rateLocation: Blue Quill Community Centre – Gym

Session 2 (8 classes) July 5, 12, 19, 26, August 2, 9, 16, 23Cost: $80 member series rate | $12 member drop-in rate$104 non-member series rate | $15 non-member drop-in rate

Location: Blue Quill Community Centre – Gym

Coffee & Chat - Mondays
2022-05-02 13:30 - 16:00 | Terwillegar Community Recreation Centre TCRC Room 7, 2051 Leger Rd NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6R 0R8, Canada

Art Group
2022-05-02 09:30 - 12:00 | Yellowbird East Community Centre YECC, 10710 19 AVE NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6J6W9, Canada
This is an informal program for artists to connect, learn or share new techniques and studio space with like-minded individuals. Participants bring their own art supplies such as drawings, watercolours, or mixed media. Create art in a social and supportive environment. This is a self-directed activity.

When: Monday, 9:30 am – 12:00 pm May 2 – August 22 (14 weeks, no class May 23, May 30, August 1)

Location: Yellowbird East Community Centre Hall

Cost: $20 member session rate | $2 member drop-in | $30 non-member session rate | $3 non-member drop-in

Last Day for Luncheon Tickets
2022-04-28 09:00 - 16:30 | Blue Quill Community Centre BQCC, 11304 25 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB, T6J 5B1, Canada
Today is the last day to purchase tickets for the SWESA luncheon on Thursday May 5, 2022.
