Registered Programs

Registered Programs are focused with smaller classes sizes, special equipment and progressive programming. If you are hoping for specific results register for a class today! Check out our Spring 2023 Program Guide for more details.

Registered Programs offered:

Pilates Mat Classes

Join a specific class for your exercise level. Pilates is a method of exercise that consists of low-impact flexibility and muscular strength and endurance movements. These classes emphasize proper postural alignment, core stabilization and muscle balance.

Pilates Reformer Classes

These classes use Reformer Equipment to create a full body workout that builds strength and tones muscles. The Reformer cleverly uses the machine’s springs and leers to create resistance and allow for equal focus on the concentric and eccentric contractions to create long, lean, toned muscles. These are low impact on your joints but high intensity improving core strength and posture. All Pilates Reformer classes are led under professional guidance by highly qualified and skilled instructors.

Pilates Stretch

This class is designed to stretch and strengthen your body at the same time. Using Pilates exercises for strength and Yin Yoga poses for flexibility this class will leave you feeling stretched and strong! 

Pilates 4 Seniors

Pilates 4 Seniors incorporates all Pilates principles with extra emphasis on improving & maintaining balance.

Happy Feet

Stop taking your feet for granted, they could be the key to pain-free living! 

 In this class you’ll use a small ball to perform a self-massage on your feet along with stretching and exercises to strengthen your feet and ankles. As the class progresses more functional movement exercises will be incorporated to focus on creating balance and stability from the ground up. Give your feet the care they deserve with this new class! 

Learn to Lift & Para Learn to Lift

Learn to Lift and Para Learn to Lift are strength-based programs that focus on the development of the three classic lifts performed in Olympic Weightlifting: The Snatch and The Clean and Jerk. During these programs, participants will learn the fundamentals of weightlifting with each lesson building on the last. Sessions will include specific technical work and general strength development including squatting, pressing, pulling, and accessory exercises. Participants will receive individual feedback to help improve and build upon their skills and have the opportunity to test their one-rep maximums near the end of the program.

Learn to Lift and Para Learn to Lift is a suitable program for beginners or individuals who want to improve their lifting technique. 

Yoga for Runners

Yoga for Runners is the perfect complement to your running program. This class is tailored to runner's needs, ensuring you leave feeling more mobile and relaxed than before, getting you ready for your next run! 

Pickleball Foundations

Are you looking for a fun way to stay active and spend time with friends? Look no further than Pickleball, the fastest growing sport in North America. Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. It's easy to learn and suitable for people of all ages and skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or new to sports altogether, pickleball is a great way to get moving and have fun. In this foundational course you will learn you all you need to know to play this engaging sport. You will learn how hold the paddle, how to serve, how to volley, how to dink, how to hit groundstrokes and how to hit other specialty shots. You will also learn the rules of the game, how to keep score and plus the necessary basic tactics. Paddles and balls are provided. 

Small Group Training 

Small Group Training gives you all the benefits of personal training, with the added benefit of working in a group atmosphere. During these sessions you will work in groups of 6 people with a personal trainer for hands on, personalized training. 

Karate

The Saint Mary's University Shotokan Karate Club offers the opportunity for members to learn the art of Shotokan karate in an enjoyable, inclusive class atmosphere. The SMU dojo has a strong sense of community where self-respect and respect for others is fostered while members work towards their goals of greater confidence, fitness, coordination, self-defence, or to pursue karate for competitive aims. New beginner members will learn the basic fundamentals of traditional karate including kata (forms), kumite (sparring) and kihon (basic techniques). Head instructor Shannon Doane started training in Shotokan karate in 1996 and currently holds a 5th degree black belt. Please contact shannon.doane@smu.ca with any questions or visit www.universitykarate.ca.

Heart for Life

This program is 1.5hrs twice a week for anyone who has undergone a heart episode and wants to join a community of like-minded individuals. During each class professionals will take and track your heart rate and blood pressure. Personal Trainers will take you through a strength training circuit and the group will chose to do some cardio of choice.

You can register:

• In person at the Front Desk of The Homburg Centre.
• Over the phone (902-420-5555) with Visa, Mastercard or American Express.

Refunds & Cancellations

• A refund will be issued to you if the program is canceled due to low registration.
• No other refunds are permitted

For Questions Please Call: (902-420-5555) OR Email: mikaela.henderson@smu.ca

April to June

Registered Programs start the week of April 17, 2023, and run for 8 weeks, unless otherwise indicated. 

Program	Day(s)	Time	Location	Instructor	Price
Pilates Mat Intermediate	Mondays	9:15-10:15am	Studio A	Jackie	Member= $96 Non-Member= $120 Student = $80
Pilates 4 Seniors	Mondays	10:30-11:30am	Studio A	Jackie	Member= $96 Non-Member= $120 Student = $80
Pilates Stretch	Thursdays	9:30-10:30am	Studio A	Ocean	Member= $96 Non-Member= $120 Student = $80
Pilates Reformer (Beginner)	Tuesdays	9:30-10:30am	Studio B	Ocean	Member= $128 Non-Member= $160 Student = $112
Pilates Reformer (Beginner)	Thursdays	10:45-11:45am	Studio B	Ocean	Member= $128 Non-Member= $160 Student = $112
Pilates Reformer (Intermediate)	Wednesdays	9:15-10:15am	Studio B	Jackie	Member= $128 Non-Member= $160 Student = $112
Pilates Reformer (Intermediate)	Thursdays	9:15-10:15am	Studio B	Jackie	Member= $128 Non-Member= $160 Student = $112
Pilates Reformer (Intermediate)	Fridays	9-10am	Studio B	Ocean	Member= $128 Non-Member= $160 Student = $112
Learn to Lift	Mondays & Fridays (Monthly program starting April 28, 2023)	4:30-5:30pm	Weight Room	Morgan	Member/Student = $100 Non-Member = $120
Para Learn to Lift	Thursdays & Saturdays (Monthly program starting April 27, 2023)	Thursdays 4:30-5:30pm  Saturdays 2-3pm	Weight Room	TBD	Member/Student = $100 Non-Member = $120
Happy Feet	Tuesdays  (April 20 - June 8, 2023)	8:30-9:30am	Studio A	Ocean	Member= $96 Non-Member= $120 Student = $80
Yoga for Runners	Tuesdays  (April 18 - June 6, 2023)	5:30-6:30pm	Studio A	Sarah	Member= $96 Non-Member= $120 Student = $80
Karate for Advanced	Tuesdays & Thursdays (May 2 - June 29, 2023)	7:30-9pm	Community Room	Shannon	Member/Student = $65 Non-Member = $110
Pickleball Foundations	Saturdays (May 6 - June 24, 2023)	10-11am	Court B - Main Gym	Paul & Michael	Member/Student = $80 Non-member = $90
Small Group Training	Mondays (May 1 - June 26) Tuesdays (May 2 - June 20, 2023) Wednesdays (May 3 - June 21, 2023) Thursdays (May 4 - June 22, 2023)	Mondays @ 2:30pm Tuesdays @ 7:30pm Wednesdays @ 1:30pm Thursdays @ 6:15pm OR 7:30pm	Studio C	Mondays & Wednesdays w. Jessica   Tuesdays & Thursdays w. Logan	Member/Student = $128 Non-Member = $153.60
Heart 4 Life	Mondays & Wednesdays  (All Year)	6-7:30pm	Community Room & Fitness Centre	Zena & Mikaela	Purchase a Heart 4 Life Membership for $386/yr, $195/4 months, $32/mt

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