As of March 21, 2022, Ontario has continued the gradual ease of public health measures and the Meridian Community Centre, as a recreation facility, will no longer require proof of vaccination or masks for entry. Masks are strongly encouraged to be worn, and visitors are reminded to stay home if feeling unwell.

Program changes/cancellations - check here

Find the class that best describes your current fitness level:

Introductory
Never participated in group fitness (sedentary lifestyle) or returning due to a break in fitness or injury (within one year).

Progressive
Active two or more days per week (i.e. personal fitness routine or group fitness), can participate at a moderate intensity level.

Performance
Active three or more days per week. Avid participation at a high intensity level.

Choose which element you want most in your workout at a low, mid, or high level:

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Overall range of motion                      Overall increase in heart rate         Amount of power needed to lift      Amount of shock your body will absorb Overall energy level needed before tiring

Drop-in Programs

 Recreational Pickleball
 Activity Level: ALL LEVELS

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Program fee $6 or Activity Punch Pass $80 for 20 classes

Players must be 18 or older to participate.

Maximum of 20 players per gym at a time

* Beginner Classes are to be played by only those learning how to play Pickleball

Pickleball paddles have a $2 rental fee per use. 

Date Time
Monday

12:30pm - 3:30pm All Levels

8:30pm - 11:00pm Beginner 

Tuesday

8:00am - 10:00am Competitive

10:00am - 12:00pm Recreational

Wednesday

10:30am - 1:30pm All Levels

8:30pm - 11:00pm All Levels (Wednesday Night Pickleball will return to Friday nights starting September 8. The last Wednesday night session will take place on September 6)

Thursday

8:30am - 10:30am Competitive

10:30am-12:30pm Recreational

Friday

9:00am - 12:00pm All Levels
8:30pm - 11:00pm All Levels
(Friday Night Pickleball will start September 8 for the Fall/Winter Season)

Drop-in Basketball

This weekly pick up game of basketball is open to players of all abilities. Join us for a warm up and pick up game to enhance your skills and meet other players. This program is 18+.

 

Program fee of $6.00 or Activity Punch Pass $80 for 20 classes.

 

Monday 9:00-11:00am

Orchestrum Music

Come join in on a fun session of music. This inclusive session is for everyone from the absolute beginner to the seasoned expert. Please bring your own instruments. Acoustic and electric instruments welcome.

 

Program fee of $6.00 or Activity Punch Pass $80 for 20 classes.

Friday from 1:00-3:00pm

 

Orchestrum Music will resume on September 1 for the Fall/Winter Session.

55+ Aerobics with Conditioning
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If you are looking to improve your health, fitness and energy through a fun, upbeat and motivating class, this is the one for you! 55+ Aerobics with Conditioning with instructor Anne Cooke focuses on cardiovascular health, resistance and balance, stretching and relaxation for participants 55+. 

 

Program fee of $6.00 or Activity Punch Pass $80 for 20 classes. 

Monday & Thursday from 11:00-12:00pm 

FlexAgility™
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FlexAgility™ is a mat based floor class designed to improve mobility, joint alignment, core strength and function. It helps us to understand the importance of good posture as it affects bone health and balance and contributes to the management of many conditions.

Using a combination of pilates and traditional muscle conditioning, the stretch and strengthening exercises are geared to the older body. Flexion free options are provided. Small equipment such as bands, mini-bands, small stability balls and discs etc. may be incorporated to enhance the experience. 



Program fee of $6.00 or Activity Punch pass $80 for 20 classes.
Thursday from 12:45-1:45pm
Please bring your own yoga mat.
FlexAgility™ starts September 14th for the Fall/Winter Session
Yogalates

Activity Level: Introductory

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Yogalates is a fitness routine that incorporates both Yoga postures, breathing techniques, and Pilates exercises. 

Program fee $6.00 or Activity Punch Pass $80 for 20 classes. 

Thursdays from 5:30-6:30pm. 

Please bring your own yoga mat.

 

Classes will Resume September 7th for the Fall/Winter Session

Yoga
Hatha Yoga 

Activity Level: Introductory

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Yoga helps tone, lengthen, and strengthen muscles. This gentle form of yoga is perfect for beginners and

those with experience. This class focuses on alignment and breath.

Program fee $6 or Activity Punch Pass $80 for 20 classes

Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Please bring your own yoga mat, 2 blocks and a yoga strap/old tie to each class.

 

Chair Yoga

Activity Level: Introductory

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Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that is practiced sitting on a chair, or standing using a chair for support. Though yoga is beneficial for all, chair yoga is the perfect way for seniors to discover yoga.

Program fee $6 or Activity Punch Pass $80 for 20 classes

Tuesday & Thursday from 11:15am - 12:15pm.

Please bring your own yoga mat, 2 blocks and a yoga strap/old tie to each class.

Drop-in Volleyball

Activity Level: Progressive

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Program fee $6 or Activity Punch Pass $80 for 20 classes

Players must be 18 or older to participate.

Tuesdays from 12:15-2:15pm
Fridays from 10:30am-1:00pm

Zumba Fitness ® Classes           

Activity Level: Introductory/ Progressive

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When participants see a Zumba class in action, they can't wait to give it a try. Zumba classes feature exotic rhythms set to high-energy Latin international beats. Before participants know it, they're getting fit and their energy levels are soaring! There's no other fitness like a Zumba Fitness ® Class. It's easy to do, effective and totally exhilarating.

 

Program fee $6 or Activity Punch Pass $80 for 20 classes

Players must be 18 or older to participate.

Tuesdays from 9:30-10:30am

Mom & Baby Fitness

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Small indoor group training serves as an intimate atmosphere to share your journey through motherhood, while de-stressing, regaining energy (yes energy!) and confidence. All ages are welcome. Bond with your baby, while doing something for yourself. Bring the older children too and be their example for an active lifestyle. Or simply just come by yourself for a more focused session!

Wednesdays from 9:30am-10:30am

Drop-in Fee of $6 or purchase an Activity Punch Pass: $80/20 sessions.

Please bring your own mat and baby carrier. 

*Mom & Baby Fitness Classes will resume October 4 for the Fall/Winter Session.

Lift & Sweat


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This full-body class uses a combination of weights, cardio and bodyweight exercises to get you moving and releasing those feel-good endorphins. Carve out time for yourself while realizing your fitness goals and leaving with a smile! Open to any fitness level. Modifications are always available.

Mondays from 7-8pm 

18+

Drop-in Fee of $6 or purchase an Activity Punch Pass: $80/20 sessions.

 

*Lift & Sweat Classes will resume October 2 for the Fall/Winter Session.

Registered Programs

FIT with Brock

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This class is open to all fitness levels and is designed for those who are looking to add a little more challenge and variety to their exercise routine. Beginning with a full body warm up to get the blood pumping, we will progress through circuit style exercises using a variety of equipment, alternating between bursts of movement and rest. We will finish with a cool down, incorporating stretching and movements to improve your balance. By performing variations of strength, cardio, and balance exercises you will achieve a full body workout by targeting all major muscle groups. Modifications can be made for all exercises to meet your goals and needs.

 

Fall/Winter Schedule: FIT with Brock will be returning this Fall with a 12 week program running Monday, Wednesday and Fridays from September 11- December 6 (excluding October 9 and October 13). There will be 2 sessions available, the first from 8-9am and the second following from 9-10am. Registration will open to Pelham Residents on Thursday August 24th at 9am and to those outside of Pelham on Thursday August 31st at 9am.

Ballroom Dancing

 Activity Level: Introductory/Progressive 

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Sign Up for ballroom dance lessons for the following dances:

Monday 7:00-8:00pm - Beginner/Intermediate Foxtrot & Bolero
Wednesday 7:00-8:00pm - Beginner/Intermediate Quickstep & Hustle

Wednesday 8:00-9:00pm - Beginner/Intermediate Viennese Waltz & West Coast Swing


Monday Classes will run September 11th- November 20th (Excluding October 9th)
Wednesday Classes will run September 13- November 15th

 

Dance Descriptions:

Foxtrot: A smooth progressive dance, often referred to as the walking dance.
Bolero: A Latin dance of sliding steps, soft hip motion & a close dance hold, make this a romantic & powerful dance.
Quickstep: An elegant, powerful and flowing upbeat progressive dance.
Hustle: The dance of the Disco Era in the 1970's! This is a smooth slot and rotational slot dance.
Viennese Waltz: The original Waltz of Europe, with flowing rational movements.
West Coast Swing: A smooth Swing dance having a sensual, sophisticated and sexy nature.

$80.00/person per session, with discounts if you register for multiple classes. Classes are held at Old Pelham Town Hall, 491 Canboro Rd W, Pelham, ON L0S 1C0. This program is for participants 16+.

 Spin Classes

Activity Level: Open to All Levels

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Indoor cycling, often called spinning, is a form of exercise with classes focusing on endurance, strength, intervals, high intensity (race days) and recovery. It involves a special stationary exercise bicycle and a weighted flywheel in a classroom setting. Indoor cycling classes are as challenging as they are exhilarating. Benefits of this low impact exercise class include weight loss, improved strength, endurance and stress relief. High energy, cardio and a rocking playlist make this class suitable for all ages and fitness levels! Come give it a spin! 

Program Fee: 10 Weeks $100.00 | 16+ | Registration is required, limited spaces available

Fall Session: Classes will run in 10 week sessions as listed below:

Monday Spin with Cindy 9:15am | October 2-December 11 (excluding October 9)
Monday Spin with Jen 6:30pm | October 2-December 11 (excluding October 9)
Tuesday Spin with Krysta 9:15am | October 3-December 12 (excluding October 24)
Tuesday Spin with Krysta 4:45pm | October 3-December 12 (excluding October 24)
Tuesday Spin with Krysta 5:45pm | October 3-December 12 (excluding October 24)
Wednesday Spin with Cindy 5:45pm | October 4-December 13 (excluding November 22)
Wednesday Spin with Cindy 6:45pm | October 4-December 13 (excluding November 22)
Thursday Spin with Krysta 9:15am | October 5-December 14 (excluding October 26)
Friday Spin with Krysta 9:15am | October 6-December 22 (excluding October 20 & 27)
Friday Spin with Krysta 10:15am | October 6-December 22 (excluding October 20 & 27)
Saturday Spin with Sarah 8:00am | October 7-December 9
Saturday Spin with Cindy 9:15am | October 7-December 9

Registration opens to Pelham Residents at 9am on September 15th, and to those outside of Pelham at 9am on September 22nd.

 

Pickleball Clinics

Pickleball clinics are a great opportunity to strengthen and develop techniques and skills, while learning from an experienced instructor. Michael Robinson will be hosting the clinics as described below, and has over 45 years of experience.

 

There are no upcoming pickleball clinics currently scheduled at this time.

 

Beginner Clinic 

Level of Play: Beginner - 2.5 (new to 3 months of experience)

This clinic will cover: Intro and History of the Sport; Basic Doubles positioning and strategy; Basic servicing and return of serve; Basic dinking, volley, half volley and smash techniques with footwork; Basic forehand and backhand ground stroke techniques (one and Two Handed).

 

Intermediate Clinic

Level of Play: Intermediate (3.0-3.5) 

This clinic will focus on consistence and Topspin techniques by covering: Intro to grip changes and technique for use of topspin; Serving: Intro to spin, power and depth; Court positioning and doubles strategy; Return of serve with spin and depth; Third shot/fifth shot strategy; Volley techniques with use of spin and depth strategy; Power smash technique and footwork; Recovery mid court skills; Ground stroke development through spin and power.

 

Experienced Clinic 

Level of Play: Experienced (4.0+)

This clinic will focus on power, depth and placement strategy by covering: Serving with power and depth; Return of serve with spin and depth; Volley with power, topspin and depth; Intro to doubles positioning/stacking strategies; singles skills for competitive players.

 

Program Fee: $17.00/ person | 18+ | Registration is required, limited spaces available

 

 

 

 

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