Parks, Recreation and Culture Winter 2025 Activity Guide

cityofnanaimo prc_nanaimo (#ilovemyparksandrec) 53 MEET YOUR Personal Trainers DUSTIN KING : Personal Trainer/Weight Room Attendant Dustin is a passionate personal trainer and online fitness coach with years of experience and multiple fitness certifications. He is currently a certified personal trainer, nutrition coach and flexibility coach working towards his corrective exercise specialization. He specializes in helping people overcome physical and mental barriers while helping to develop exercise knowledge and work ethic and is experienced in helping all ages and demographics. JESSICA KIMBALL : Personal Trainer/Weight Room Attendant Hello! My name is Jess! I really love learning, and people in the gym teach me more than any book! I am certified with NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine), as well as corrective training and Performance Enhancement with Kettle Bell training certification on the way! I really just want to help people move better. I practice Olympic lifting when I’m not working, and if I’m not doing that, I’m probably lost in a cave out in the mountains. I believe in working out in a way that supports your lifestyle. There are so many ways to exercise; we will find something you like to help you progress. I look forward to seeing you in the gym! CINDY GUTIERREZ : Personal Trainer/Weight Room Attendant Cindy grew up playing many sports and has been lucky enough to have turned her passion for health and fitness into her career. When you don’t see Cindy around the gym, she is most likely creating new healthy recipes or hiking with her dog. Cindy is certified in a number of areas and has instructed a variety of fitness classes, such as circuit training, group fitness, HIIT and seniors focused classes. Whether your goal is to lose body fat, gain strength, help alleviate chronic pain, or just overall fitness, Cindy has the guidance, motivation and knowledge to customize a program to help you reach your goals. Hatha Yoga This rejuvenating class will release tension from the muscles from everyday life and sports activities. Learn to breathe deeply while experiencing a flow of postures to stimulate the body physically and mentally. Through this practice, you enhance flexibility, increase muscle tone and concentration, detoxify the organs and feel a deep state of relaxation. Instructor: Karen Shortt Mon, Jan 6-Feb 10 | 5:30-6:30 | $48/6 | 131383 Thu, Jan 9-Feb 13 | 5-6 pm | $48/6 | 131385 Thu, Feb 20-Mar 27 | 5-6 pm | $48/6 | 131387 Mon, Feb 24-Mar 31 | 5:30-6:30 pm | $48/6 | 131384 Rotary Field House Instructor: Melissa Hill D Thu, Jan 9-Feb 13 | 10:15-11:15 am | $48/6 | 132581 Thu, Feb 20-Mar 27 | 10:15-11:15 am | $48/6 | 132586 Oliver Woods Community Centre Vinyasa Yoga Vinyasa Yoga (also known as flow) links breath to movement using Hatha poses in a gently flowing sequence interspersed with static poses. You can expect to build strength, endurance, flexibility, balance and cardiovascular ability. This class builds a foundation for beginners and is also a great option for those continuing students looking for a slower pace without inversions. Instructor: Karen Shortt Wed, Jan 8-Feb 12 | 5-6 pm | $48/6 | 131388 Wed, Feb 19-Mar 26 | 5-6 pm | $48/6 | 131389 Rotary Field House Instructor: Amber Neuman-Brochez Sat, Jan 4-25 | 10-11 am | $32/4 | 132584 Sat, Feb 8-Mar 29 | 10-11 am | $64/8 | 132587 Oliver Woods Community Centre Restorative Yoga & Sound Healing Meditation Restorative yoga is a gentle and nurturing form of mat yoga that includes using props to support your practice and the many benefits that come with it. Sound healing is an ancient practice that uses sound and music to promote healing and balance in the body and mind. You will be guided with relaxing sounds and the use of mantras and guided meditation. Instructor: Gypsy Hart Thu, Jan 9-Feb 13 | 9-10 am | $48/6 | 132809 Thu, Feb 20-Mar 27 | 9-10 am | $48/6 | 132810 Oliver Woods Community Centre Yoga for Self-Care NEW! D Start 2025 by doing something just for you! This self-care series explores self-awareness, shifting tension, grounding and centering yourself. Enjoy this practice to release stress, lighten your mood and feel good in your body. Instructor: Heidi Robinson Wed, Jan 8-Feb 5 | 10:15-11:15 am | $40/5 | 132738 Oliver Woods Community Centre Yoga from the Ground Up NEW! D This series of classes focuses on the major joints and muscles of your body from the ground up, including feet, knees, hips, spine, shoulders, arms and neck. Each class will focus on strengthening and stretching while being mindful of posture and alignment. Instructor: Heidi Robinson Wed, Feb 12-Mar 12 | 10:15-11:15 am | $40/5 | 132739 Oliver Woods Community Centre