Winter programming now available

Nov 29, 2019

Registration is now open for winter 2020 programming by Macdonald-Headingley Recreation District (MHRD). Programs fill-up quickly so be sure to register online through the MHRD website before the New Year.

Oak Bluff:

Pickleball

Come and play pickleball with us! This court sport combines the rules of ping pong, tennis and badminton. Pickleball can be played with two or four players using a paddle similar to a ping pong paddle and a plastic whiffle ball. Easy for beginners to learn but can develop into a fast-paced competitive game for experienced players. Equipment available for beginners to try. Register at any point to receive program updates as they arise. Day and times may vary without notice. Please bring clean indoor shoes.

Location: Oak Bluff Recreation Centre

Contact: Bill/Lorraine 204.895.0900

Dates: 11 Mondays, January 6 - March 23 (No class February 17)

Time: 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Cost: $2.00 per drop-in or $5.00 per month

Other location: Oak Bluff School

Contact: Brent/Marie 204.897.1545

Dates: Wednesdays, January 8 - March 25 (No class February 12 or March 4)

Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Cost: $2.00 per drop-in or $5.00 per month

Yoga for Men

Instructor: Nicole Necsefor

Yoga for Men is a specialized multi-level class designed to introduce male participants to the many benefits of yoga. Students will be able to develop strength and endurance, improve balance and flexibility, increase range of motion, as well as cultivate relaxation techniques to help manage the demands and stresses of daily life. Bring an open mind and your sense of humour! Don’t over think it - this class is for you! Please bring a yoga mat and wear loose comfortable clothing.

Location: Oak Bluff Recreation Centre

Dates: 8 Mondays, January 20 - March 16 (No class February 17)

Time: 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Cost: $88.00

Cardio, Core & Strength

Instructor: Marci Manness

This fun 60 minute class will include strength, cardio, balance, coordination, power and mobility. All fitness levels are welcome as modifications will be given. Please bring a yoga mat.

Location: Oak Bluff Recreation Centre

Dates: 12 Wednesdays, January 8 - March 25

Time: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Cost: $132.00

Adult, Child & Infant CPR/First Aid

Instructor: Mel Babiuk, Emergency Care & Safety Institute

This course covers CPR Level C and techniques taught in an interactive environment. Course content includes preparing to respond, the EMS system, airway, breathing and circulation emergencies, including adult, child and infant choking and CPR, angina, heart attack and stroke and what to do if you suspect a heart attack. Participants will also learn how to use an AED on children and adults. CPR manual included. Participants will receive certification upon successful completion.

Location: Oak Bluff Recreation Centre

Date: Thursday, March 12

Time: 6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Cost: $45.00

Gentle Yoga

Restore your system with gentle and Therapeutic Yoga movements. This class will build on the fundamentals of yoga postures with a variety of movements and fine tuning stretches. The postures and movements will focus on problem areas that tend to limit your practice. Come join to stretch and stabilize your way to a well-balanced body. We encourage you to bring two yoga blocks and a strap to class.

Location: Oak Bluff Recreation Centre

Instructor: Nicole Necsefor

Dates: 8 Mondays, January 20 - March 16 (No class February 17)

Time: 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.

Cost: $88.00

Other location: Oak Bluff Recreation Centre

Instructor: Antia Winters

Dates: 11 Tuesdays, January 14 - March 24

Time: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Cost: $121.00

Pilates

Instructor: Kristy Loewen

Whether you work at a computer all day or compete in triathlons - everyone can benefit from Pilates. It is a full body conditioning practice, appropriate and beneficial for all ages and fitness levels. Pilates is designed to improve physical strength, flexibility and posture. A consistent practice offers many benefits including longer, leaner muscles and increased core strength and stability. It can also aid in recovering from injury and is a great complement to any fitness regime! Please bring a yoga mat.

Location: Oak Bluff School - Library

Dates: 8 Wednesdays, January 15 - March 18 (No class February 12 or March 4)

Time: 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Cost: $80.00

Yogalates

Instructor: Kristy Loewen

Yogalates is a mixture of Pilates and yoga. You get the best of both worlds, gaining core strength with Pilates and flexibility, balance and relaxation with yoga. Combine them together and you get long, lean muscles throughout your body. We’ll start with the basics and work at a pace you are comfortable with. Beginners welcome. Please bring a yoga mat.

Location: Oak Bluff School - Gym

Dates: 11 Thursdays, January 9 - March 26 (No class March 5)

Time: 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Cost: $110.00

Brain, Body Nutrition

Instructor: Kristy Loewen

Learn how to properly utilize the science and connection between the brain and body in regards to nutrition. These seminars will provide the necessary tools to help you learn how to form connections between the two that can help reduce stress, curb cravings and sustain long lasting results.

Location: Oak Bluff School - Library

Dates: 2 Tuesdays, January 14 & 21

Time: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Cost: $20.00

Macdonald Healthy Child:

Shake, Rattle and Roll

For children two to five years-old

Facilitator: Kirsten Petz Fraser and Yvonne Bjornson

A program to encourage early movement and coordination using simple songs, large and small apparatus and hand-held equipment. Toddlers will develop a positive attitude towards physical activity while having fun with mom and/or dad. Parents must participate with their child; please ensure you both have clean indoor shoes.

Location: Starbuck Hall

Dates: 8 Mondays, January 6 - March 2 (No class February 17)

Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Cost: Free

Travelling Tots

For children two to four years-old

Facilitator: Brandi Noble

Let’s discover the many ways we can get around! Children and their caregivers will explore a new mode of transportation each week through a literacy based program. There will be stories and songs, sounds, games and crafts! Come out and travel with us! Parent or caregiver participation required.

Location: Sanford United Church

Dates: 6 Tuesdays, January 14 - February 18

Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Cost: free

Baby Rhyme Time

For children up to 12 months-old

Facilitator: Yvonne Bjornson

Babies love songs and rhymes! Enjoy learning new and classic rhymes, action games, lap jogs and songs along with your baby. Relax and enjoy browsing rhythmically entertaining picture books. What better way to both engage your child and pass along the lifelong gift of literacy than to share stories and rhymes? Parent or caregiver participation required.

Location: Oak Bluff Recreation Centre (Boardroom)

Dates: 6 Fridays, January 17 - February 21

Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Cost: Free

All aboard the Number Train

For children three to four years-old

Facilitator: Brandi Noble

Opportunities for exposing children to beginning number concepts are everywhere. From our homes to the grocery store, there are objects to count, measure, estimate and divide. Parents and caregivers can help make math fun with simple games, rhymes and stories. This program will focus on some very basic math outcomes that will prepare preschoolers for Kindergarten and the concepts that follow. Parent or caregiver participation required.

Location: La Salle - Caisse Community Centre

Dates: 6 Thursdays, January 9 - February 20 (No class February 13)

Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Cost: Free

Family Fun Time

For children up to five years-old

Join us for a fun, safe and nurturing program where families can come and play together. This drop-in playgroup provides a wide variety of toys, games and activities for families to explore. There is plenty of space for energetic play and opportunities for children to be physically active while socializing with others. Family Fun Time is a chance to break from routine and connect with other families in a welcoming environment.

Sanford

Location: Sanford United Church

Facilitators: Yvonne Bjornson and Danielle Mikolasek

Dates: Mondays, September 16 - May 11

Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Cost: Drop-ins are free

Oak Bluff

Location: Oak Bluff Recreation Centre

Facilitator: Laura Dunphy

Dates: Tuesdays, September 17 - May 12

Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Cost: Drop-ins are free

La Salle

Location: Caisse Community Centre

Facilitator: Melissa Wrixon 204.720.7944

Dates: Wednesday, September 18 - May 13

Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Cost: $2.00 per drop-in class

Starbuck

Location: Starbuck Hall

Facilitator: Melanie Mosset 204.735.3017

Dates: Wednesdays, September 18 - May 13

Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Cost: Drop-ins are free

Macdonald Senior Services – Lunch and Learns:

Speaking of Bones

Presenter: Alice Ptashnik, Osteoporosis Community Engagement Coordinator

Learn what osteoporosis is, whether you are at risk, how osteoporosis is diagnosed, what you can do to maintain healthy bones, the role of exercise, nutrition and lifestyle choices, how osteoporosis is treated and how to live well with osteoporosis.

Date: Thursday, January 23

Time: 12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Location: Sanford Legion

Kidney Health

Presenter: MB Renal Program

The Manitoba Renal Program will share information on kidney health and the impact of chronic kidney disease on Manitobans. Learn about keeping your kidneys healthy and how kidney disease is diagnosed and managed.

Date: To be confirmed

Time: 12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Location: Starbuck Hall

Managing Well with Arthritis

Presenter: Arthritis Society

Arthritis affects everyone differently; learn tips to help you live well and thrive. This presentation will also include information on medications and assistive and/or adaptive devices to make life easier.

Date: Wednesday, February 19

Time: 12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Location: Starbuck Hall

Understanding Diet Habits and Finding Balance

Presenter: Carly Gabler - Chronic Disease Dietitian, Southern Health-Santé Sud

Learn from a registered dietitian how to understand your cravings, understand connections to the body and instill healthy habits. You will leave with a better sense of how to control cravings, where they are coming from and how to end the battle with sugar!

Date: Thursday, February 20

Time: 12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Location: Sanford Legion

Advance Care Planning

Presenter: Brigitte Remillard - Regional Palliative Care, Southern Health-Santé Sud

You never know when you may face an unexpected event or illness that may impact your ability to make your health care decisions known. Important and informative – this Advance Care Planning session will also cover health care directions and how to choose a health care proxy.

Date: Thursday, March 19

Time: 12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Location: Sanford Legion