Up and active!
Consider
the exciting programs offered at Kerby Centre. Winter, spring, summer, or fall, there's something for everyone
60-plus. Get your feet wet in aquacise, develop your artistic side, or learn a new language.
For information on Kerby courses see the April, June, August or December issues of Kerby News or download Current Programs
Find it hard to commit to a whole course? Why not try a Drop-In Activity?
Kerby Program staff are eager to provide information on Kerby Centre programs or offer suggestions for programs at other
locations. Or search for yourself at Program Opportunities for Calgary Seniors
Kerby courses vary from semester to semester. The following is a sampling of the types of
programs commonly run at Kerby Centre.
Physical Fitness and Lifestyle Education: Various fitness programs are offered
comprising traditional aerobics, aquacise, yoga, strength training, and
speciality strength programs, walking, balance workouts, mindful movement,
pilates, line and belly dancing. Classes are available at various functional
fitness levels.
Arts and Crafts: Calligraphy, woodcarving, silk
painting and card making.
Fine Arts: Drawing, water colours, pastels,
collage, acrylics, mixed media, framing, art gallery hopping.
Languages: Spanish.
Academics: Bridge, poetry, creative writing, write your own life story, political science, opera and music appreciation, history and other lecture series on various topics.
Computer:Courses aimed at beginner to intermediate level covering Word, Internet, Email and Windows XP. 3-hour workshops also offered..
Health Prevention/Enhancement: Arthritis
self-management, AMA Driver 55+, reflexology, memory fitness,
meditation etc.
General Interest: Half-day or full-day workshops on
topics such as Alberta weather or how to buy a computer are offered as
requested by the membership.
Please note: These programs are geared to independent seniors who can manage their own personal needs. If help is required to meet your personal needs, your caregiver is welcome to attend with you to assist.
Kerby Program staff also provide training for instructors
working with active and disabled seniors.
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