Program Descriptions
Choose from various health and wellness programs from group fitness to yoga classes—there is a program for everyone! Whether you are just starting out or looking for a challenge, we have a health and fitness class to meet your needs. Drop-ins are currently not available in any classes. Pre-registration is required.
See the program descriptions below to find a class that is right for you.
Tips and Considerations
- Arrive 5–10 minutes before the start of your class.
- Please come dressed to work out.
- Bring your water bottle and any other equipment noted on your registration.
- PAR-Q (Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire) is administered in all fitness classes; Review the PAR-Q before participation.
- If you have any concerns regarding your readiness for physical activity, please follow up with your doctor or nurse practitioner.
- Fitness participants must be 13 years or older unless otherwise indicated.
- Please bring a yoga mat to any classes involving floor work (e.g. yoga, Pilates, stretch classes).
There is a $10 withdrawal fee for registered programs.
Gentle Circuit (Drop In)
This beginner circuit offers a range of exercises to provide a unique, full-body workout. Improve your balance, strength, and coordination while exercising in a safe and fun environment.
Seniors Chair Yoga
Seniors chair Yoga helps reduce fall risk with slow movements, strengthening poses, and focused breathing. It improves balance, flexibility, stability, and strength, while enhancing overall well-being. Modifications and props are provided for all levels. This is a chair-assisted class.
Strong Bones
Join a qualified instructor to safely and effectively increase your fitness level by improving posture and balance, and to build stronger muscles and bones while decreasing the risk of falls and fractures.
Stronger Bones
Building on the principles learned in Strong Bones, we invite you to challenge yourself further with this more advanced class. Increase your balance, strength, and coordination in a safe and fun environment while managing your risk for falls and fractures.
Zumba Gold
Zumba® Gold targets baby boomers by taking the Zumba® formula and modifying the moves and pacing to suit the needs of the active aging participant. What stays the same are the elements Zumba® fitness is known for: zesty Latin music like salsa, merengue, cumbia, and reggaeton; exhilarating, easy-to-follow moves; and an invigorating, party-like atmosphere.
From beginner, low-intensity programs to advanced, high-intensity workouts, we offer programs to suit all fitness levels.
Find a schedule, pricing, and register for a class online by using the 'Register Now' button below. All users of our facilities are required to have a Recreation Account.
Pre-registration is required for all classes. There is a $10 withdrawal fee for registered programs.
Barre Fitness
Join us at the barre for a dynamic workout combining elements of ballet, Pilates, strength, and flexibility. Sculpt and tone your body with this focused workout that targets postural strength, alignment, and endurance. No dance experience is necessary.
Bellyfit
Holistic fitness class designed for women of all ages who want to experience a fusion of fitness, dance styles including belly dance, african, bollywood, bangra, and yoga, where powerful fluid movements and intentional breath blend seamlessly to phenomenal music. With a short opening meditation and finishing on the mat, this is a complete mind, body and spirit workout.
Cardio Kickboxing
This class combines kickboxing with high-energy cardio exercise to booth cardiovascular fitness. you will engage in dynamic workout that burn calories, improve endurance, and enhance coordination.
CycleFit - Spin (Indoor Cycle)
Gentle on the joints, our spin classes offer a range of levels serving beginners, advanced road cyclists, and everyone in between. Join us for a fun new class or challenging off-season training. This intermediate spin class has something for everyone with a variety of intervals and cycling drills that are guaranteed to have you feeling the burn. Work at your own intensity through hill climbs, speed intervals, and active recovery.
Gentle Circuit
This beginner circuit offers a range of exercises to provide a unique, full-body workout. Improve your balance, strength, and coordination while exercising in a safe and fun environment. A track pass and a Gentle Circuit punch pass are required.
High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)
Come prepared to sweat in this fast-paced class. Using tabata-style intervals (high-intensity training followed by a short rest), you will be invigorated by this challenging, full-body workout.
Intermediate Pilates
For those who have Pilates experience and are looking for a challenge, this class will build on the principles applying them to mat exercises focused on improving core strength and stability, relieving back pain, improving posture, and stress reduction.
Intro to Weight Training
This introductory class is designed to teach the fundamental principles of weight training. You will learn how to set up the equipment properly and safely and how to create your own program to meet your goals. This course is taught by a certified personal trainer.
Low Intensity Circuit
This circuit-style class encourages you to work at your own level. You will be introduced to a variety of cardio, strength, and flexibility exercises to help keep you strong and mobile for your daily activities.
Pilates with Props
Experience a Pilates exercise program that includes yoga poses. This winning combination will lengthen your muscles, improve your core, and strengthen your spine.
Qi Gong
Qi Gong is an ancient Chinese practice that focuses on gentle movements, mindfulness, and breathing techniques to improve overall well-being. These practices can help to relax the body, reduce stress, improve sleep, increase flexibility, and balance, and enhance mental clarity. The class is suitable for people of all ages and abilities, and no prior experience with Qi Gong is necessary.
Stretch and Relax
Be guided through a full-body stretch that promotes flexibility, mobility, breathing, and relaxation. Participants must be comfortable with getting down to the floor and back up again.
Women’s Only Intro to Weight Training
This class empowers women through weightlifting and healthy habits. Learn proper techniques, build strength, and boost confidence in a supportive environment. It also emphasizes nutrition and wellness for thriving beyond the gym.
Zumba Gold Toning
Are you looking to take your Zumba® workout to the next level? The Zumba® Gold Toning class combines strength training with the excitement of a traditional Zumba® class. Join the movement and help build muscle strength, mobility, posture, and coordination. This class is specifically adapted for the active older adult or beginner exerciser.
Discover yoga programs for all fitness levels and goals! From gentle chair yoga to dynamic Warrior Yoga, our classes promote strength, flexibility, and relaxation. Explore your perfect fit—register today.
Find a schedule, pricing, and register for a class online by using the 'Register Now' button below. All users of our facilities are required to have a Recreation Account.
Pre-registration is required for all classes. There is a $10 withdrawal fee for registered programs.
Beginner Yoga
Practise simple yoga postures and breathing exercises to build strength and flexibility. Learn a complete range of basic poses in a non-intimidating environment. Modifications will be provided to help you get the most out of each class, no matter your fitness level. No experience necessary.
Beginner Hatha Yoga
Beginner Hatha yoga is a well-balanced yoga class consisting of slow meditative movements that improve your strength, balance, and flexibility. You will learn calming breathe and meditation practices that will improve your wellbeing both on and off the mat. Lots of modifications will be provided. Suitable for all levels.
Gentle Chair Yoga
Enjoy a fun and inclusive yoga class that uses chairs and modified poses to improve your mobility and flexibility. If you are experiencing stiffness associated with aging, injury, or joint replacement, this class is for you. Each class concludes with a guided relaxation.
Intro to Yin Yoga
An ideal starting point for those new to yin or looking to slow down and reconnect. Yin yoga is a quiet, meditative practice that targets the deeper connective tissues. Poses are held for several minutes, allowing the body to soften gradually and the mind to settle. This class offers a calm, supportive environment where you’ll explore breath, stillness, and mindful awareness.
Restorative Yoga with Fascial Release
Excellent for anyone with tension or stiffness. A gentle way to assist the body in recovery and relax the mind. We will use various supportive props including tennis balls/smooth foam roller/straps/bolsters and yoga blocks. Suitable for athletes and non-athletes.
Warrior Yoga
Warrior Yoga uses a new approach to a traditional yoga practice. This revolutionary practice includes yoga and weight training with a steel mace that will help you tone muscles, increase your flexibility, improve your balance, reduce stress, and energize your spirit! This program is suitable for beginners and athletes who want to reap the benefits of a traditional yoga practice while using unconventional training to transform and improve their overall health and well-being.
Connect with other moms while staying active! Explore wellness, yoga, and fitness programs designed for new parents, from Baby Steps to Stroller Fit. Build strength, bond, and thrive together.
Find a schedule, pricing, and register for a class online by using the 'Register Now' button below. All users of our facilities are required to have a Recreation Account.
Pre-registration is required for all classes. There is a $10 withdrawal fee for registered programs.
Baby Steps: A Wellness Program for New Parents
This program is designed to support the health and well-being of new parents and babies through connection with other parents in a supportive and judgement-free space. Facilitators will lead 30 minutes of wellness activities and discussions, followed by a Parent and Baby Yoga class. Topics may include play, self-care, healthy eating, feeding baby, child development, safety, post-partum, and others as identified by participants. Groups run for 6 weeks.
This program is designed for newborns to new walkers. All parents are welcome.
Pre/Post Natal Small Group Training
Do you have some mom friends who need some pre/post-natal fitness and lifestyle support and motivation? Join Sharon Jager, Personal Trainer and Pre and Post Natal Specialist for some fun and empowering training sessions focused on gaining strength, endurance and flexibility aimed at improving your health and wellbeing before, during and after delivery. The first session includes a group fitness assessment followed by 9 training sessions to work on your new exercise program.
Stroller Fit
Meet other moms while exercising in a fun, all-levels class. This circuit focuses on building strength, cardiovascular fitness, and flexibility while your baby or toddler enjoys some time in his/her stroller. Nursing and crawling babies are welcome. We recommended moms be at least 4-6 weeks post natural delivery or 8-10 weeks post caesarean.
Our wellness workshops and events are designed to promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Workshops typically cover a range of topics related to health and self-care and are inclusive and accessible to people from all walks of life. They encourage lifelong learning and equip participants with knowledge and skills to enhance their overall health and happiness.
Here are some key aspects of wellness workshops:
- Mental Health Education
- Physical Health and Nutrition
- indfulness and Relaxation Techniques
- Emotional Intelligence and Self-Awareness
- Holistic Approaches
- Community Support and Connection
- Practical Strategies
Online Virtual Exercises
The City of Kamloops is pleased to offer a new online exercise video series to keep your body moving at home. All exercise videos require minimal equipment and are suited for all ages.
Please modify any of these online exercise videos to meet your fitness levels or physical limitations. Remember when being physically active, stay hydrated, wear proper attire, and take rest breaks as needed.
Before participating, please consult your family health practitioner. All participants should take the online physical activity readiness questionnaire, ParQ+ Fitness Assessment. Complete this form annually to ensure that you are prepared to increase your physical activity level.
Disclaimer: By performing any exercises shown in our online exercise video series, you understand and agree that you are performing them at your own risk. The City of Kamloops, its officers, its employees, and its agents will not be responsible or liable for any injury, loss, or harm you sustain as a result of our online exercise video series.
