Aquafit
Make a splash with Aquafit—an energizing water-based fitness program for all ages and abilities! Using the natural resistance and buoyancy of water, Aquafit provides a fun, full-body workout that improves cardiovascular endurance, strength, flexibility, and balance while reducing stress on the joints. Led by certified instructors, classes can take place in shallow or deep water and may include aerobic movement, resistance training, and stretching. Whether you’re new to exercise, cross-training, or looking for a low-impact option, Aquafit offers a safe and effective way to stay active and feel great.
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Beast Mode 18+
“Beast Mode Fitness" is an exercise program for male and female teens/young adults with autism who want to learn how to become more physically active in their lives. The program seeks to provide motivated individuals with the opportunity to learn about personal fitness, health and well-being by building self-confidence through goal development and achievement.
Beast Mode is offered in a private gym here on the U of C campus. The first session consists of a standard fitness assessment to determine baseline fitness levels. Goal setting is also discussed.
Based on your experience and goals, the head trainer will design a safe and effective, training plan to meet your needs - focused on strength development, aerobic conditioning, as well as flexibility and balance. The program is monitored and progressed based on feedback each session.
Each session will be lead by a U of C certified trainer with assistance from volunteers provided from the University through Better Impact. Although a ratio of 1-to-1 is our goal, ratios will be subject to volunteer numbers.
Classes for 18yr +
GLA:D / GLAD
GLAD is an education and exercise program developed by researchers in Denmark for individuals with hip or knee osteoarthritis symptoms. This program includes two education sessions, 12 neuromuscular exercise sessions (60 minutes each) and the opportunity for data collection and quality monitoring (measures taken at initial visit, upon comple of the program and 12 months). Classes will run twice a week for one hour over 7 weeks.
Joint Effort
For healthier hip and knee joints! The University of Calgary's Joint Effort program is a 6 week exercise program for people with hip or knee osteoarthritis.
Joint Effort Follow Up
Continue your progress with these effective, once per week sessions.
Joint Effort Personal Training
This training package provide 1.5, 3, 5, 10, or 20 hours of personal training sessions (see programs details for pricing).
The client will receive one-to-one training time with a certified instructor.
Joint Effort Unlimited Access
The Joint Effort pass program is reserved for individuals that do not require assistance with their exercise program. The PASS program allows individuals to access the fitness center on their own, outside of program time. During the Co-vid 19 pandemic, Fitness Centre access sign up procedures must be followed.
Parkinsons Exercise Program
This 10-week program is designed for individuals with Parkinson's Disease and related neurodegenerative conditions. The program integrates research-based exercises to improve balance, range of motion, gait, coordination, cognitive function and strength and mitigate symptoms. The class includes bodyweight exercises, functional circuits, stretching and non-contact boxing skills.
Rehab & Fitness
This semester based program incorporates individually designed programs performed in a group setting. All programs are specifically designed to meet the individual's goals, with elements of strength training, cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, balance and coordination. Program orientations are available upon request.
Rehab & Fitness Pass Plus - Caregiver Access
This program allows for the client and caregiver to both workout in the Fitness Centre outside regular Rehabilitation and Fitness Program hours. The client will receive an access card to the facility and an access card for their accompanying caregiver/support worker.
Rehab & Fitness Personal Training
This training package provides one-to-one sessions for a person with a physical disability. All programs are specifically designed to meet the individual's goals, with elements of strength training, cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, balance and coordination.
Rehab & Fitness Unlimited Access
The Fitness and Rehabilitation pass program is reserved for individuals that do not require assistance with their exercise program. The PASS program allows individuals to access the fitness center on their own, outside of program time. During the Co-vid 19 pandemic, Fitness Centre access sign up procedures must be followed.
