RUTH CLARKE ACTIVITY CENTRE - PROGRAMS
REGISTERED PROGRAMS
Sit and Be Fit
A seated exercise class that will improve and maintain strength and flexibility. Dumbbells, small exercise balls and resistance bands are provided. Fee: $1.50 per class in each session.
| Session | Start Date | Weeks | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Location: Ruth Clarke Activity Centre | ||||
| Spring | April 27 | 7 | Mon | 1:30-2:15pm |
| Summer | July 6 | 7 | Mon | 1:30-2:15pm |
| Spring | April 30 | 8 | Thurs | 10:00-10:45am |
| Summer | July 9 | 8 | Thurs | 10:00-10:45am |
| Location: Town Park Recreation Centre | ||||
| Spring | April 28 | 8 | Tues | 10:00-10:45am |
| Summer | July 7 | 8 | Tues | 10:00-10:45am |
Chair Yoga
This gentle form of yoga is practiced sitting on a chair, or standing using a chair for support. Yoga bolsters, blocks and straps are provided. Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mats. *Fees apply* Location: Ruth Clarke Activity Centre
| Session | Start Date | Weeks | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | May 1 | 8 | Fri | 10:00 -11:00am |
| Summer | July 10 | 8 | Fri | 9:30-10:30am |
*See page 30 for fees
EVENTS
LUNCH BUNCH!
Join us for lunch on the third Monday of the month! Purchase your $5 ticket a week in advance from the centre.
SENIORS MONTH
Bring a friend to the centre for free for the entire month of June! A great way to try out all of our programs before getting a membership! Participation fees will apply.
SENIORS MONTH DRAW
Members are encouraged to enter their names each week in our weekly draw for a chance to win a great prize every week during the month of June!
OPEN HOUSE SERIES
The Municipality of Port Hope has teamed up with community partners to offer an open house day in June! Join us for a day of information, entertainment and treats around town! Schedules will be available online, everyone is welcome.
CALENDARS | NEWSLETTERS
Are you on the Ruth Clarke mailing list? Contact the Centre with your e-mail address to receive electronic notification of events and workshops! Our monthly calenders and bi-monthly newsletters are available at the centre:
porthope.ca/ruth-clarke-activity-centre-for-seniors
DROP-IN AND USE ANY OF THESE IN-HOUSE FACILITY SERVICES:
Fitness room
Fitness room Drop in to the fitness room anytime during Ruth Clarke hours. We have a treadmill, elliptical, bicycle and dumbbells.
Computer lab
Computer lab Our computer lab is open during Ruth Clarke hours with laptops available for your use. We have FREE Wifi!
Lending Library
Lending Library Borrow a book or a puzzle! Our library is stocked regularly by our helpful volunteers and members. Call the centre if you'd like to donate books or puzzles.
Brain Builders
Grab a coffee and sit down with one of our Brain Builder booklets! Available monthly at the Ruth Clarke Centre with many crossword puzzles, sudokus, word scrambles and other brain-teasers!
Riverside Park
Explore the interactive Riverside Park located across from the Ruth Clarke Centre. The park includes a ping pong table, games table and Corn Hole among many other activities. Users may sign out equipment from the Ruth Clarke Centre to be used at the park.
