55+ Programs
The City offers a wide variety of programs and workshops for adults ages 55 and over. 55+ Beckett and Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre 55+ Facility membership holders can enjoy discounted rates on select registered programming.
Register online for 2025 spring and summer programs beginning at 7:30 a.m. on Monday, March 24, 2025 at www.Brantford.ca/ACTIVEnet.
55+ Special Interest Programs and Workshops
Paint Party |
Location: Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Avenue
Register online (members) Register online (non-members) |
Spring Wreath Workshop |
Location: Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Avenue
Register online (members) Register online (non-members) |
Learn to Burn! |
Location: Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Avenue
Register online (members) Register online (non-members) |
Music Trivia |
Location: Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Avenue
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55+ Stay Active Programs
Zumba Gold |
Location: Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Ave. Don’t miss out on this fun fitness class that incorporates cha-cha, salsa, and meringue moves.
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Fitness |
Location: Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Ave. Increase your heart rate and tone your muscles in this beginners' fitness class. There will be no class on April 21 or May 19.
Register online (members) Register online (non-members)
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Gentle Yoga |
NEW Location: Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Ave. Calm your mind with gentle relaxing movements that will improve your health. There will be no class on April 21 or May 19.
Register online (members) Register online (non-members)
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Latin Line Dance |
Location: Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Avenue Join this fun and easy line dance class with a latin flare. There will be no class April 18.
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Strength Training for Active Aging |
This small group program helps older adults build muscle, improve balance, and increase mobility. A certified trainer will provide personalized exercises to increase your strength, reduce your fall risk, and guide you towards overall better health and longevity. Discounted member rates do not apply to this program.
Registration begins on Monday, March 24, 2025. |
55+ Drop-in activities
FREE to 55+ Beckett and Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre 55+ Facility membership holders. Learn more about memberships at www.Brantford.ca/RecMemberships.
Non-members can join in the fun for $5.24 per visit, per program, or regular admission rates apply. Previous experience is recommended. Free parking is available.
Location | Program | Day | Time |
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Beckett Recreation Centre, 219 Colborne Street | Carpet Bowling | Tuesday | 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. |
Beckett Recreation Centre, 219 Colborne Street | Cribbage | Tuesday | 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. |
Beckett Recreation Centre, 219 Colborne Street | Darts | Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday | 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. |
Beckett Recreation Centre, 219 Colborne Street | Contract Bridge | Wednesday | 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. |
Beckett Recreation Centre, 219 Colborne Street | Shuffleboard | Wednesday | 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. |
Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Avenue | Wizard (No program on April 21 or May 19, 2025) | Monday |
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. |
Doug Snooks Eagle Place Community Centre, 333 Erie Avenue | Euchre | Thursday |
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. |
T.B. Costain/SC Johnson Community Centre, 16 Morrell Street. | Woodcarving (No program on April 18, 2025) | Friday |
9:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. |
Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, 254 North Park Street | Cornhole (No program April 18, 2025) | Friday | 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. |
Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, 254 North Park Street | Zoomer Fitness | Monday and Wednesday | 11:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. |
Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, 254 North Park Street | Sit and Fit | Monday, Wednesday and Friday | 10:15 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Monday and Wednesday, 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Friday |
Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, 254 North Park Street | Chair Yoga | Tuesday | 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. |