The Township of West Lincoln offers fitness programs for all interests and levels. We strive to offer something for everyone so residents have plenty of opportunities to stay active.
All fitness programs are held at the West Lincoln Community Centre, located at 177 West Street, in Smithville. Fitness classes are offered four times per year: fall, winter, spring and summer. Register early to ensure your spot in a class.
Registration for our spring fitness programs opens on April 3, 2025, at 10 a.m. Most classes start the week of April 14, 2025. Learn more about each program below.
Beginner Hatha Yoga with Megan |
Welcome to Hatha Yoga! This class is designed an an “intro to yoga” where students can learn and explore yoga in a
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Beginner Bounce Class with Stacey |
Learn the art of bouncing with our Beginner Bounce classes as you master the basic steps and get a true sense of control while wearing bounce boots. It is a 45-minute cardio workout that will have you sweating while having fun! Please register by shoe size.
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Chair Yoga with Melinda |
Chair yoga is one of the most accessible forms of yoga. It’s a great way to start if you’re a beginner, have limited mobility or an injury. You will move through a series of yoga postures from a seated position while increasing mobility, strength and stretching the body and relaxing the mind. Bring one yoga block.
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Evening Gentle Hatha Yoga with Kara |
Gentle Hatha yoga is a slow-paced and accessible form of yoga that emphasizes mindful movement, breath awareness, and alignment. It combines gentle stretching, basic postures, and relaxation techniques to improve flexibility, strength, and overall well-being. It is ideal for beginners or those seeking a more relaxed approach to yoga. Gentle Hatha Yoga promotes stress reduction, enhances mindfulness, and encourages a deeper connection between the body and mind. Please bring two blocks and a strap.
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Full Body Slow Flow with Melinda |
A practice that synchronizes breath with movement. Designed to bring balance to the body and mind through holding poses and exploring what each pose offers you. Expect poses that work various muscle groups, including standing poses, balance poses, twists and backbends. This is not a beginners class.
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Gentle Yoga with Melinda |
This class is slow paced and will focus on strengthening, relaxing, stretching and breathing. This class is suitable to all levels, including beginners. Modifications will be offered as needed. Bring a mat, a strap and blocks.
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Hatha Yoga for Tight Hips with Melinda |
This class is designed to release tension and improve mobility in the hips. This class combines gentle postures and mindful breathing to increase flexibility, reduce tightness, and enhance stability. Perfect for all levels, we’ll work through a series of poses that open and strengthen the hip muscles, leaving you feeling balance, relaxed, and recharged. Suitable for all levels including beginners. Bring two blocks and a yoga strap.
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Man Stretch - Yoga for Men with Megan |
“I’m not flexible enough for yoga!” ... This class is for you! This fun and non-traditional yoga class is aimed at helping
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Mom & Baby Fit with Jen |
Small indoor group training serves as an intimate atmosphere to share your journey through motherhood, while de-stressing, regaining energy (yes energy!) and confidence. Each class is unique and uses a variety of props to reach every muscle group. Classes are taught by a certified instructor. All fitness levels and ages welcome. Bond with your baby, while doing something for yourself. Bring the older children too and be their example for an active lifestyle. Or simply come by yourself for a more focused session! Please bring a mat and a baby carrier (if desired).
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Restorative Yoga with Kara |
Restorative Yoga is a gentle, calming practice designed to promote deep relaxation and healing. By using props like, blankets, bolsters, and blocks, it allows the body to fully relax into supported poses, helping to release tension and restore balance. Restorative Yoga encourages deep rest, reduces stress, and enhances flexibility, making it ideal for those seeking relaxation, recovery, or relief from physical and mental fatigue. Please bring a blanket, a bolster and two blocks.
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Tai Chi & Qigong |
This class will begin with warm up exercises, followed by 18 movements of qigong, then the rest of the class we focus on the tai chi form, learning and improving our skills that develop balance, strengthening, co-ordination and cognitive improvement. This is a life-long activity for all ages and abilities.
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The Township of West Lincoln has partnered with the Niagara Region to offer this free community-based group exercise program that helps seniors improve balance and strength and reduce the chance of falls held at the West Lincoln Community Centre. Classes run every Thursday at 2:30 p.m.
To register please call the Niagara Region 905-980-6000 ext. 3844. For more information visit their website.
Public skating is held at the West Lincoln Community Centre located at 177 West Street in Smithville. To find the Public Skating Schedule and Skating Fees, please click on the button below.