City of Nanaimo Spring and Summer 2025 Activity Guide

cityofnanaimo prc_nanaimo (#ilovemyparksandrec) 75 QiGong, Meditation Using the body with mindful movements, static poses, breath, concentration, visualization and the Chi of internal energy (Qi) in the body, increase vitality, strength and clarity of mind. Instructor: Thomas Michaud Thu, Apr 3-May 8 | 11 am-12:15 pm | $48/6 | 135031 Thu, May 22-Jun 26 | 11 am-12:15 pm | $48/6 | 135032 Oliver Woods Community Centre Yoga, QiGong & Meditation This class is for all ages with a good fitness level. This practice can help lower stress and increase focus. Instructor: Thomas Michaud Tue, Apr 1-May 6 | 3:45-5 pm | $48/6 | 135039 Tue, May 20-Jun 24 | 3:45-5 pm | $48/6 | 135041 Oliver Woods Community Centre Balance & Mobility The instructor will lead you through a variety of exercises to improve stability and confidence to perform day-to-day activities. The workout may include cardiovascular components, lower and upper body strength training (using weights and bands), balancing exercises and yogainspired techniques. The exercises are designed to improve posture, build muscle strength and speed, sharpen reflexes, expand flexibility and strengthen the core. Instructor: Christine Kondo Wed, Apr 2-Apr 30 | 3-4 pm | $40/5 | 138184 Wed, May 7-28 | 3-4 pm | $32/4 | 138185 Wed, Jun 4-25 | 3-4 pm | $32/4 | 138186 Wed, Jul 2-30 | 3-4 pm | $40/5 | 138187 Wed, Aug 6-27 | 3-4 pm | $32/4 | 138188 Oliver Woods Community Centre Dance Fitness Get the blood flowing with this easy-to-follow choreographed class set to music. Open to those who want a fitness course where you can go at your own pace, as well as those who want a higher intensity cardio workout. All stretches and flexibility work are designed for women. Instructor: Mary Keel Sat, Apr 5-May 3 | 9-10 am | $32/4 | 136877 Sat, May 31-Jun 28 | 9-10 am | $40/5 | 136891 Sat, Jul 5-26 | 9-10 am | $32/4 | 136893 Bowen Park Complex Balanced Movement for Life NEW! Improve balance, posture and coordination in this low-impact outdoor class designed for older adults and beginners easing into fitness. With a focus on mobility and strength, sessions include warm-up cardio, balance drills, accessible strength exercises and finish with a meditative cool-down. Instructor: Dustin King M/W/F, Apr 2-30 | 9-9:50 am | $88/11 | 140598 M/W/F, May 2-30 | 9-9:50 am | $96/12 | 140604 M/W/F, Jun 2-30 | 9-9:50 am | $104/13 | 140619 M/W/F, Jul 2-30 | 9-9:50 am | $104/13 | 140620 M/W/F, Aug 1-29 | 9-9:50 am | $96/12 | 140621 Beban Park (outdoors near Altrusa Park) Saturday Stretch NEW! Keep your muscles flexible and healthy to maintain a range of motion in the joints. Proper stretching increases muscle blood flow, decreases the risk of injuries and improves your ability to do daily activities. Instructor: Jyoti Singh Sat, Apr 5-26 | 2-3 pm | $24/4 | 139276 Sat, May 3-31 | 2-3 pm | $30/5 | 139278 Sat, Jun 7-28 | 2-3 pm | $24/4 | 139281 Sat, Jul 5-26 | 2-3 pm | $24/4 | 139269 Sat, Aug 2-30 | 2-3 pm | $30/5 | 139270 Bowen Park Complex Deep Stretch NEW! This class is designed for anyone who spends long hours sitting experiencing tightness in their hips, shoulders and lower back. If you are looking to improve flexibility and mobility, this is for you! No prior experience is required; suitable for all fitness levels and abilities. Instructor: Jyoti Singh Mon, Apr 7-28 | 1:30-2:30 pm | $24/4 | 138018 Mon, May 5-26 | 1:30-2:30 pm | $18/3 | 138019 Mon, Jun 2-23 | 1:30-2:30 pm | $24/4 | 138020 Mon, Jul 7-28 | 1:30-2:30 pm | $24/4 | 138090 Mon, Aug 11-25 | 1:30-2:30 pm | $18/3 | 138091 Bowen Park Complex Argentine Tango Argentine Tango is a very romantic dance suitable for all ages. Come join these keen dancers. *Nanaimo Harbour City Seniors enjoy this course as part of their membership. No formal instruction is provided. Tue, Apr 1-Aug 26 | 6:30-9 pm | $42/21 | 135596 Bowen Park Complex Zumba Gold D Intended for those new to Zumba or those 60 +. Ditch the workout and join the party! This Latin and international dance-based fitness class will get you moving to a variety of music styles. Instructor: Mary Keel Mon, Apr 7-May 5 | 9-10 am | $32/4 | 136840 Mon, May 26-Jun 23 | 9-10 am | $40/5 | 136841 Mon, Jun 30-Jul 28 | 9-10 am | $40/5 | 136842 Wed, Apr 2-30 | 10:15-11:15 am | $40/5 | 136843 Wed, May 28-Jun 25 | 10:15-11:15 am | $40/5 | 136844 Wed, Jul 2-30 | 10:15-11:15 am | $40/5 | 136845 Oliver Woods Community Centre Improve Posture, Change Movement Habits Exploring the Alexander Technique Improve posture, reduce stress and expand your awareness. This is a hands-on class where we explore the body’s naturally efficient design for movement and understand how we interfere with it through ingrained habits. We will use practical experiments to learn how to notice tightening, release muscle tension, re-establish better balance and move with ease. Instructors will use visual, verbal and kinaesthetic (hands-on) cues to teach better movement. Participants should be able to do gentle movements of walking, sitting and lying on a mat. Instructor: Heather Walker Tue, May 27-Jun 24 | 3:45-5:15 pm | $100/5 | 137978 Bowen Park Complex Nordic Walking - Beginner Nordic walking is an activity that is suitable for people of all ages, abilities and skills. Learn how to make the most of those poles while you walk. Please bring your own set if you have them, or some can be borrowed upon request. Instructor: Kiki Sat, May 10, 17 & 31 | 10:30 am-12 pm | $42/3 | 134860 Beban Park Social Centre

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