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Birchmount Bluffs Neighbourhood Centre

Fall Program Guide 2021

Fitness and Wellness

September—October

Membership valid for one year from purchase date

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Fitness and Wellness Classes ONLY

2021

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Disclaimer: Birchmount Bluffs Neighbourhood Centre

assumes no liability for those participating in our programs.

Before engaging in any physical activity, it is the participants’

responsibility to consult a doctor or other health professional.

Prior to registering for any fitness or wellness class, all

participants must annually complete a Par-Q form confirming

clearance to participate in physical activities.

Registration for the BBNC Fall session A starts on

Thursday, August 26th 2021 @ 9am. Online and

InPerson.

IMPORTANT CHANGES

Due to COVID restrictions all In-Door and Aquafit

classes have a maximum capacity of 10 participants.

In an effort to increase access to many BBNC has

decided that members may only register in 2

Aquafit classes per week.

You have the option of registering in-person at reception or

anywhere online. The BEST way to register for programs is

ONLINE!

Visit the www.bbnc.ca and click on register. You will be

taken to the Community Portal where you will create your

online profile (if you haven’t already). From there you are

able to review all upcoming fitness, wellness, workshops and

training programs being offered.

If you require support with registration, please come to

reception and we will assist your registration process.

MEMBERSHIP Membership is required to participate in programs at

Birchmount Bluffs Neighbourhood Centre. Memberships are

valid for 12 months from the date of purchase. Family

memberships include all individuals who live at the same

address.

Memberships are non-refundable.

Annual Membership classes and fees:

Individual (18 to 59 years of age) $ 15.00

Family (parents and children any combination— or 3+

individuals living at the same address) $ 40.00

Older Adults (60 years of age and up) $ 15.00

Youth (13 to 21) no charge

EarlyON no charge

SHARE365 participant (recipient) $ 8.00

SHARE365 family $20.00

BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP All membership types include:

Access to all Free training programs and workshops

Receipt of regular updates via e-bulletins and INFO alerts

Elect and be elected to the Board of Directors

All BBNC memberships are valid ONLY for BBNC

programs at this 93 Birchmount Road location.

PAYMENT Payment must be received at the time of registration.

Program registrations completed online will require Visa,

MasterCard and AMEX as forms of payment.

Payments may be made at reception by cash, cheque,

debit or credit. Cheques returned from the bank for any

reason are subject to a $30 processing fee.

REFUND POLICY From time to time, BBNC will have to cancel an entire

program, (all classes in a session), due to low enrolment.

Participants will receive a full refund for any classes

remaining in the program, or they may transfer to any

other class.

Participants who need to withdraw from a program, due

to medical reasons, will receive a credit to their online

profile for any classes that have not been taken from

the time we receive written notice.

Participants wishing to withdraw from any program must

do so in writing prior to the 2nd week of the class. They

will receive a credit for any remaining classes, and will be

subject to a $20 processing fee. Withdrawal requests

received after this time will incur a $30 processing fee.

Refunds made for online payments will be completed

through the original payment method. All refunds for

payments made through reception will be completed by

cheque.

TRANSFERS There is a $10 administration fee to transfer from one

class to another. This applies to all paid programming

after the 1st week of each session.

CLASS ABSENCES It is not possible for participants to make up a missed

class by attending an equivalent class on another day.

There are no refunds for missed classes.

INSTRUCTOR ABSENCES BBNC will do their best to find substitute instructors

who are qualified to teach the specific class. If this is not

possible, the available instructor will provide a general

workout for the class.

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INCLUSION POLICY In keeping with our mission and inclusion vision, we endeavor to

provide a wide range of programs and services to meet the unique

needs of individuals and groups in our community.

Our mainstream programs are integrated and we welcome

participation by all persons, including persons with disabilities, at a

level suitable to their ability and choice. Program descriptions

provided are guidelines to help participants choose programs to

meet their needs.* Please ask our staff or the instructors for

clarification should you have any questions, comments or concerns.

Please note that while our overall programming seeks to provide programs

and services inclusive to all, we reserve the right to create individual

programs for unique groups within our community.

AODA CUSTOMER SERVICE POLICY

BBNC is fully committed to providing accessible customer service

to all community members with disabilities. Our Accessible

Customer Service Policy is posted in the reception area and on

the BBNC website in the Policies section.

CANCELLATIONS From time to time, due to unforeseen circumstances such

as inclement weather or instructor illness, a single class

within a session, may be cancelled. Credit will be applied to

all participants for the cancelled class at the end of the

session. Credit will not be issued when a makeup class is

scheduled.

CLASS DROP-IN (Not Allowed During COVID) If a non-member wishes to try a class, they may do so for a

$15 fee. A waiver must also be signed prior to

participating in any class, each time.

If a member wishes to try a class, they may do so for a $10

fee.

Presentation of your Class Drop-In Receipt will act as your

proof for discount upon registration for a class within that

designated session.

PROGRAM SUBSIDY Committed to social inclusion, BBNC strives to be

accessible to all, especially to those who are struggling with

financial limitations. Ask for more information about

SHARE365 at the front desk.

See our policy of social inclusion below.

BBNC OFFICE HOURS

Monday 8:30am - 5:00pm

Tuesday 8:30am - 6:00pm

Wednesday 8:30am - 5:00pm

Thursday 8:30am - 6:00pm

Friday 8:30am - 3:00pm

Saturday CLOSED

HOLIDAY CLOSURES

Monday September 6th Labour Day

Monday October 11th Thanksgiving Day

WHO’S WHO

Do you know who to ask if you have questions surrounding BBNC or our programs? Please refer to the staff list below to help you decide who to direct your questions to. Remember, your questions and comments are always welcomed.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Mamta Deshwar Chairperson

Martha Shephard Corporate Secretary

Dr. Shafi Bhuiyan Vice Chair

Sarwar Hossen Treasurer

Benveen Salvanayakam

Dr. Golam Dastagir

Penny Reid

Agafya Krivova

Munni Subhani

Naveli Thomas

Sher Maharaj

Kyle Leng

STAFF

Kate Brutto Career and Employment Facilitator

Shaunette Clennon Administrative/ Finance

Assistant

Linda Curley Executive Director

Camille Evans Career and Employment Facilitator

Naheed Fatima Registered Early Childhood

Educator, Nursery School

Sadia Freeman EarlyON Facilitator

Lisa Jardine Youth Development/ Youth

Employment Coordinator

Sam Mangru Social Media/Communications

Support

Theresa Kean Seniors Program Support

Ashley Miller EarlyON Coordinator/ RECE

Nursery School - on leave

Deborah Nurse Financial Manager

Nisha Pragg-Singh EarlyON Facilitator

Shanee Shnitzer YESS Employer Recruiter

Erika Smith EarlON Facilitator/RECE

Abinna Subramaniam Youth Program Worker

Taylor Trites EarlyON Coordinator/RECE

Please contact BBNC Staff and Volunteers at

416 396-4310 or by email at [email protected]

Thank you

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FITNESS & WELLNESS INPERSON CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

BOXERCISE Move your feet to energizing music, and learn some

basic Boxing moves. You will sweat, hook, jab, cross

punch, and more. This is a heart-pumping class to

improve cardiovascular health , burn off calories, and

start your day strong!

DRUMFIT “This cardio and stretch-based workout using drum

sticks (or anything that you can use to drum i.e.

wooden spoons) will target and tone legs, glutes, back

and arms! Accompanied with upbeat music, it’s a hopin’

and a rockin’ good time!” Please bring your mat.

Suitable for all fitness levels.

ACTIVE STRETCH FOR MIND & BODY A dynamic and fluid combination of strengthening and

stretching. Focus on developing lean, strong and flexible

muscles. This equipment free program will leave you

feeling good, positive and strong from the inside out!

Participants must be able to stand for periods of time

and will have plenty of chair stretches throughout our

class.

BODY SCULPTING Weights resistance training is used to tone and shape all

major muscles in your body. Weight is gradually

increased for maximum benefit. All weight levels can be

used, including moderate to heavy weights. No cardio

component.

BODY BURN A full body, energetic workout designed to challenge

the cardiovascular system, build muscle tone and a

stronger core. This one hour class will include a mix of

core work, strength and flexibility training.

CARDIO CHALLENGE/CARDIO For beginner to advanced levels. This class consists of a

warm-up, a “cardio” portion to increase heart rate,

abdominal exercises and a relaxing cool down. Mixed

cardio has additional free weights component.

EVENING YOGA Relieve the stress of a hectic day with gentle yoga

exercises, followed by a relaxation period. The

instructor will go at a pace to accommodate those new

to yoga.

VINYASA YOGA Vinyasa Flow classes emphasize Sun Salutations and

other posture sequences synchronized with breath to

build heat and deepen strength and flexibility. This fluid

practice cultivates freedom of movement and a deeper

connection to the breath. Poses can be modified to suit

individual's needs. All levels welcome. Please bring

your own yoga mat.

FITBALL Get on the ball & develop a stronger, leaner and more

flexible body by challenging your core through work

with the fitball. Discover how the ball improves

balance, agility and endurance in this dynamic & unique

workout designed to create a lean & toned physique.

*Please bring your own ball.

FULL BODY FITNESS A mix of Cardio, Flexibility, Balance, Agility, Endurance

and Strength training, to keep you on the ball. No two

classes are alike.

TONE UP In this class, we focus on training our entire body to be

stronger, leaner, calorie burning machines! In just one

hour, we tone up from head to toe with special

emphasis on the core. Weights, resistance bands &

mat-work help to mix up this workout each week for

the best results. A fun & challenging workout!

HEALTHY BACKS “You are only as young as your spine is strong and

supple” is an ancient yogi saying. This is a flow yoga

class that can be done standing or sitting. We will

stretch and strengthen our core and back muscles

starting at the feet and working our way up the body

tot the head and neck. This class will help participants

relieve back pain, develop best habits for a healthy

spine, and feel great! Suitable for all levels and abilities.

YOGA JOURNEY 101 Experience something new and wonderful about your

practice every time you come to the mat! One day,

we’ll have music; another day meditation. We’ll learn

simple breathing exercises, incorporate healing hand

postures and explore sounds that raise your energy

level. This is for everybody who also enjoys moving

and flowing into different postures. All levels welcome!

OLDER ADULT/FUNCTIONAL FITNESS-gentle/intermediate This functional fitness class will include a variety of

workouts including, resistance tubing, weights and

weight-bearing exercises, stretching and

cardiovascular fitness that are designed to mimic

real life movements. The end goal is to improve

and maintain a higher quality of living, while

preventing injuries, correcting muscle imbalances,

and creating a stronger more able body. We are

training for life!"

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FITNESS & WELLNESS INPERSON CLASS DESCRIPTIONS CONT’D

RESTORATIVE YOGA This class is suitable for all, but targeting it for absolute

beginners and those with limited mobility. Restorative yoga

deeply relaxes the body and rejuvenation through reclined

yoga poses with support, meditation, and guided visualization.

Summery of benefits: improves capacity for healing and

balancing, enhances flexibility, physical and mental symptoms

that are stress related, anxiety, chronic pain and helps with

sleep.

FUSION Get the best of both yoga and Pilates in this class that fuses

both disciplines. Pilates compliments yoga by offering dynamic,

targeted resistance exercises to strengthen abs, back and

other core muscle groups while incorporating controlled

stretching and breath awareness. Please have your mat ready.

BODY SCULPTING The class consists of warm up, stretch, floor work, weights

(small to medium) and finishing with another stretch. This is a

full body workout. If you would like to join the class and you

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT

BBNC FITNESS AND WELLNESS PROGRAMMING

BBNC strives to ensure that all classes have sufficient participant registration but it is sometimes necessary

to cancel classes due to low registration.

Registered participants will be contacted by phone or email and appropriate accommodations

will be made.

HEALTHY BONES This class will consist of exercises performed sitting

on a chair also incorporating standing exercises as

well. Small weights are optional for those who are

accustomed to using them.

OA MOVEMENT & MEDITATION This class will consist mostly of working out on a

chair. Small weights are not a requirement but could

be used if you have access to them. Enjoy head to

toe gentle exercises and stretching routines to start

your day in a healthy way.

STRETCH & STRENGTH Join Ester in a Stretch N Strength class (mats

required). Starting us off is a warm up followed by

strengthening exercises from head to toe with a

concentration on balance and AB work. As we age,

staying limber through stretching (20-30 second

holds) is extremely important. Participants must be

able to get up and down a mat.

FITNESS & WELLNESS VIRTUAL CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

TAI CHI The art of Tai chi reaches deep inside the body to ben-

efit the entire physiology including the tendons, joints,

spine, connective tissue and internal organs. It restores

the calmness and peace of mind that is lost from our

daily lives.

ZUMBA A fusion of aerobics and Latin moves that will burn

calories and tone the body. It combines high energy

and motivating music with easy to follow dance rou-

tines that will allow participants to achieve long term

health benefits. Zumba is a "feel good" workout for

both body and mind. No dance experience necessary.

QIGONG QiGong (pronounced chi-Kung) is a gentle exercise,

similar to Tai Chi, but without the martial arts influ-

ence. QiGong works as a slow movement, breath,

posture and healing exercise. It strengthens the

body gently, teaches breathing and promotes a sense

of relaxation.

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FITNESS & WELLNESS - VIRTUAL CLASSES

Day Class Time Room Instructor Weeks Adult

Fee OA Fee

Monday Stretch &

Strength 10:30am - 11:30am ZOOM Ester

6 (Sept 13 - Oct 25)

No class Oct 11 $48 $30

Tuesday Restorative

Yoga 11:00am - 12:00pm ZOOM Mary Lynn 7 (Sept 14 - Oct 26) $56 $35

Wednesday Body

Sculpting 10:30am - 11:30am ZOOM Ester 7 (Sept 15 - Oct 27) $56 $35

Thursday OA Movement

& Meditation 10:30am - 11:30am ZOOM Ester 7 (Sept 16 - Oct 28) $56 $35

Friday Healthy Bones 10:30am - 11:30am ZOOM Ester 7 (Sept 17 - Oct 29) $56 $35

Saturday Fusion 8:30am - 9:30am ZOOM Angel 7 (Sept 18 - Oct 30) $56 $35

NOTE: If a class needs to be cancelled due to

weather or instructor illness, BBNC will inform

participants by email and or a phone call. If you

have not yet provided your email address for

your account, please come to reception so that

we can update your profile.

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DAY/EVENING FITNESS & WELLNESS - IN PERSON CLASSES

Evening Class Time Room Instructor Weeks Adult

Fee OA Fee

Monday Cardio

Challenge 9:30am - 10:30am Bluffs TBA

6 (Sept 13 - Oct 25) No class Oct. 11 $48 $30

QiGong 11:00am - 12:00am Bluffs Sturt 6 (Sept 13 - Oct 25)

No class Oct. 11 $48 $30

Zumba 6:00pm - 7:00pm Birchcliff Marissa 6 (Sept 13 - Oct 25)


Vinyasa Yoga 7:30pm - 8:30pm Bluffs Monica 6 (Sept 13 - Oct 25)


Tuesday Fitball 9:00am –10:00am Bluffs Kathleen 7 (Sept 14 - Oct 26) $56 $35

Boxercise 9:30am - 10:30am Birchcliff Carolyn 7 (Sept 14 - Oct 26) $56 $35

Stretch &

Strength 10:30am – 11:30am Bluffs Kathleen 7 (Sept 14 - Oct 26) $56 $35

Yoga Journey

101 11:30am - 12:30pm Birchcliff Carolyn 7 (Sept 14 - Oct 26) $56 $35

Wednesday Full Body Fit 9:00am - 10:00am Bluffs TBA 7 (Sept 15 - Oct 27) $56 $35

Older Adult

Fitness 11:00am - 12:00am Bluffs Shyanne 7 (Sept 15 - Oct 27) $56 $35

Evening Yoga 7:00pm - 8:00pm Bluffs Monica 7 (Sept 15 - Oct 27) $56 $35

Thursday Tone UP 9:00am—10:00am Outdoor/Bluffs Kathleen 7 (Sept 16 - Oct 28) $56 $35

Drumfit 9:30am - 10:30am Birchcliff Carolyn 7 (Sept 16 - Oct 28) $56 $35

Stretch &

Strength 10:30pm - 11:30pm Bluffs Kathleen 7 (Sept 16 - Oct 28) $56 $35

Healthy Backs 11:00am—12:00pm Birchcliff Monica 7 (Sept 16 - Oct 28) $56 $35

Body Burn 6:00pm - 7:00pm Birchcliff Marissa 7 (Sept 16 - Oct 28) $56 $35

Friday Full Body Fit 9:00am—10:00am Birchcliff TBA 7 (Sept 17 - Oct 29) $56 $35

Tai Chi 11:00am—12:00pm Outdoor/Bluffs Stephen 7 (Sept 17 - Oct 29) $56 $35

Active Stretch 11:00am—12:00pm Birchcliff Shyanne 7 (Sept 17 - Oct 29) $56 $35

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DAY/EVENING AQUAFITNESS CLASSES

Day Class Time Room Instructor Weeks Adult

Fee OA Fee

Monday Muscle Water

Workout 9:00am – 10:00am Pool Kathleen

6 (Sept 13 - Oct 25)


Aquafit 10:00am – 11:00am Pool Kathleen 6 (Sept 13 - Oct 25)


NEW** Hot Tub I 7:00pm—7:40pm Hot Tub TBA 6 (Sept 13 - Oct 25)


Tuesday OA Aquafit 9:00am-10:00am Pool TBA 7 (Sept 14 - Oct 26) $70 $70

OA Aquafit 11:00am-12noon Pool TBA 7 (Sept 14 - Oct 26) $70 $70

Hot Tub II 11:15am - 12noon Hot Tub Mary Lynn 7 (Sept 14 - Oct 26) $35 $35

NEW** AquaFit 8:00pm—9:00pm Pool TBA 7 (Sept 14 - Oct 26) $70 $70

Wednesday Aquafit—

Advanced 9:00am-10:00am Pool Kathleen 7 (Sept 15 - Oct 27) $70 $70

Aqua HIIT 10:00am-11:00am Pool Kathleen 7 (Sept 15 - Oct 27) $70 $70

NEW** Hot Tub III 7:00pm—7:40pm Hot Tub TBA 7 (Sept 15 - Oct 27) $35 $35

Thursday OA Aquafit 9:00am-10:00am Pool TBA 7 (Sept 16 - Oct 28) $70 $70

OA Aquafit 10:00am-11:00am Pool TBA 7 (Sept 16 - Oct 28) $70 $70

Hot Tub IV 10:00am—10:40am Hot Tub Mary Lynn 7 (Sept 16 - Oct 28) $35 $35

Hot Tub V 10:45am—11:25am Hot Tub Mary Lynn 7 (Sept 16 - Oct 28) $35 $35

OA Aquafit 11:00am-12noon Pool TBA 7 (Sept 16 - Oct 28) $70 $70

Aquafit 8:00pm—9:00pm Pool TBA 7 (Sept 16 - Oct 28) $70 $70

Friday Aquafit—

Advanced 9:00am-10:00am Pool Kathleen 7 (Sept 17 - Oct 29)

$70 $70

Aqua-CrossFit 10:00am-11:00am Pool Kathleen 15 (Sept 17 - Oct 29) $70 $70

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AQUAFIT CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

AQUA CROSSFIT A dynamic water class performed in both shallow

and deep water. This class combines a mix of

fitness components (cardio, strength and core

work) with a focus on getting your body into the

best shape ever.

AQUAFIT/ OLDER ADULT AQUAFIT Aquafit is a multi-level pool workout that offers

both cardiovascular and muscle conditioning using

the water's resistance to tone the entire body.

ADVANCED AQUAFIT A supercharged Aquafitness class that will work

your entire body in a non-stress environment.

This class is a full mind, body and spirit workout

and will include cardio, muscular conditioning and

flexibility. Jump on in and join the fun!

AQUA HIIT Now you can take your interval training to the

pool! High Intensity Interval Training - brief bursts

of dynamic, high intensity moves followed by a

recovery period - are a highly effective and

advanced form of fitness training. The natural

resistance of the water increases the effectiveness

of your H.I.I.T. Workout while the buoyancy and

cooling benefits of the water allow you to work

harder with less stress and impact to your body.

Take the plunge for a fun and challenging water workout!

HOT TUB STRETCH This class will improve muscle/joint flexibility, range of

motion, strength and balance. Gentle yoga-based

exercise class.

HOT TUB STRETCH IV and V Very gentle and relaxing class designed to improve joint

mobility, balance and flexibility. Exercises are done

sitting or using the support of the bar in the whirlpool.

Class takes place in the hot tub.

MUSCLE WATER WORKOUT A unique water fitness class that combines resistance

training, cardiovascular conditioning and flexibility to

provide all the elements of a dynamic workout. Ideal for

people who have a moderate level of fitness. Hand

weights are used in the water for the entire class and

both upper and lower body work is performed with an

emphasis on the abdominal core.

NOTE: A 3rd Aquafit class can be allowed if

spots are still available the week before classes

commence. If however any participant is found

registered in more than 2 classes and waitlists

exists they will be withdrawn and refunded to

afford access to others in line.

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