Fitness Programs

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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, at 177 West Street, in Smithville. Fitness class schedules are updated seasonally. Register early to ensure your spot in a class.

Residents: Fall fitness program registration opens exclusively for West Lincoln residents online on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, starting at 6 p.m., and in-person on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, starting at 9 a.m.

Non-residents: Registration will become available for non-residents, online and in-person, on Thursday, August 27, 2026, starting at 9 a.m.

Online: Through Active Network (processing fee applies). Please note, programs will not appear on Activenet unless registration is open and spaces remain available.

In person: At the West Lincoln Community Centre reception desk between the hours of 9 a.m. and 9 p.m., Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturdays. We accept cash, cheque, debit or credit.

Older Adults 55+ receive a 10% discount.

This yoga-based class will focus on building a strong core and enhnacing balance. Focusing on a combination of standing and seated exercises, you'll develop functional strength, improve posture and increase body awareness through mindfull movement and breath. Expect a supportive practice that challenges your balance, strengthens your core and promotes better mobility for every day life. Suitable for all levels. Modifications and progressions will be offered. No floor or mat work in this 45-minute class.

Cost: $123.60 per participant (West Lincoln resident rate) or $132 per participant (non-resident rate)

Date and duration: Tuesdays at 1:15 p.m., starting September 15 (12-week program)

Location: West Lincoln Community Centre - Community Room 2, 177 West Street, Smithville

Funded by the Government of Ontario

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This yoga-based class will focus on building a strong core and enhnacing balance. Focusing on a combination of standing and seated exercises, you'll develop functional strength, improve posture and increase body awareness through mindfull movement and breath. Expect a supportive practice that challenges your balance, strengthens your core and promotes better mobility for every day life. Suitable for all levels. Modifications and progressions will be offered.

Cost: $113.60 per participant (West Lincoln resident rate) or $121 per participant (non-resident rate)

Date and duration: Mondays at 7:15 p.m., starting September 14 (11-week program) - no class October 12

Location: West Lincoln Community Centre - Community Room 1, 177 West Street, Smithville

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.

Cost: $123.60 per participant (West Lincoln resident rate) or $132 per participant (non-resident rate)

Date and duration: Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m., starting September 15 (12-week program)

Location: West Lincoln Community Centre - Community Room 3, 177 West Street, Smithville

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 a mat, two blocks and a yoga strap.

Cost: $113.60 per participant (West Lincoln resident rate) or $121 per participant (non-resident rate)

Date and duration: Mondays at 6 p.m., starting September 14 (11-week program) - no class October 12

Location: West Lincoln Community Centre - Community Room 1, 177 West Street, Smithville

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.

Cost: $113.60 per participant (West Lincoln resident rate) or $121 per participant (non-resident rate)

Date and duration: Mondays at 10 a.m., starting September 14 (11-week program) - no class on October 12

Location: West Lincoln Community Centre - Community Room 3, 177 West Street, Smithville

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Date and duration: Wednesdays at 10 a.m., starting September 23 (11-week program)

Location: West Lincoln Community Centre - Community Room 3, 177 West Street, Smithville

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Date and duration: Fridays at 9:15 a.m., starting September 18 (11-week program) - No class on October 2

Location: West Lincoln Public Library - Smithville Branch, 177 West Street, Smithville

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 a mat, two blocks and a yoga strap.

Cost: $123.60 per participant (West Lincoln resident rate) or $132 per participant (non-resident rate)

Date and duration: Thursdays at 6 p.m., starting September 17 (12-week program)

Location: West Lincoln Community Centre - Community Room 1, 177 West Street, Smithville

“I’m not flexible enough for yoga!” ... This class is for you! This fun and non-traditional yoga class is aimed at helping men stretch out tight, rigid bodies while increasing strength, balance and flexibility. Using yoga as our guide, we will utilize a wide variety of postures aimed at relieving stress and bringing ease back into the body. This class is suitable for all levels and abilities.

Cost: $123.60 per participant (West Lincoln resident rate) or $132 per participant (non-resident rate)

Date and duration: Wednesdays at 7 p.m., starting September 16 (12-week program)

Location: West Lincoln Community Centre - Community Room 1 & 2, 177 West Street, Smithville

Small indoor group training, at the Silverdale Community Centre, serves as an intimate atmosphere to share your journey through motherhood, while destressing, 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).

Cost: $123.60 per participant (West Lincoln resident rate) or $132 per participant (non-resident rate)

Date and duration: Thursdays at 9:30 a.m., starting September 17 (12-week program)

Location: Silverdale Community Centre, 4610 Sixteen Road, St. Anns

In this class, participants will be guided by an instructor to move their legs using an elliptical-style machine that allows yo to pedal while sitting in a chair. The pedaling motion is low-impact, engaging the legs and ankles with minimal strain on the knees and hips. Participants can expect gentle strength training and balance for a unique fitness experience.

Cost: $113.60 per participant (West Lincoln resident rate) or $121 per participant (non-resident rate)

Date and duration: Mondays at 11:15 a.m., starting September 14 (11-week program) - no class October 12

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Date and duration: Fridays at 10:30 a.m., starting September 18 (11-week program) - no class October 2

Location: West Lincoln Community Centre - Community Room 2, 177 West Street, Smithville

Funded by the Government of Ontario

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In this 45-minute group fitness class, participants will be guided through a full body exercise class that imcorporates cardiovascular fitness, coordination, gentle strengthn exercises as well as a focus on balance and mobility exercises. Modifications will be provided. No floor or mat work. Chair exercises are also available.

Cost: $113.60 per participant (West Lincoln resident rate) or $121 per participant (non-resident rate)

Date and duration: Wednesdays at 11:15 a.m., starting September 16 (11-week program) - no class October 2

Location: West Lincoln Community Centre - Community Room 2, 177 West Street, Smithville

Funded by the Government of Ontario

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Chair yoga with weights is designed to build strength and enhance flexibility - all from the comfort of your chair. This 45-minute class is a series of gentle and effective yoga postures to target various muscle groups, helping you increase overall strength and mobility. We will focus on mindful breathing, stretching and building muscle strength using both resistance bands and light hand-held weights.

Cost: $123.60 per participant (West Lincoln resident rate) or $132 per participant (non-resident rate)

Date and duration: Thursdays at 9:30 a.m., starting September 17 (12-week program)

Location: West Lincoln Community Centre - Community Room 3, 177 West Street, Smithville

Yogalates is a balanced, full-body workout that combines the core strengthening, posture enhancing techniques of Pilates with the flexibility, breathwork and relaxation elements of yoga. This fusion class is designed to improve strength, stability, mobility and mental clarity - all in one session. Expect a flow that begins with gentle stretching and breath awareness, moves into controlled Pilates exercises targeting the core, back and glutes and finishes with yoga-inspired stretches and calming poses to release tension and quiet the mind.

Cost: $123.60 per participant (West Lincoln resident rate) or $132 per participant (non-resident rate)

Date and duration: Thursdays at 7:15 p.m., starting September 17 (12-week program)

Location: West Lincoln Community Centre - Community Room 1, 177 West Street, Smithville

This class will begin with warm up exercises, followed by 18 movements of Qigong then the rest of the class will focus on the Tai Chi form, learning and improving our skills which develops balance, strengthening, coordination and cognitive improvement. This is a life long activity for all ages and abilities. Chair Tai Chi is also available.

Cost: $50 per participant (West Lincoln resident first time rate), $31 per participant (West Lincoln resident returning rate) or $52 per participant (non-resident first time rate), $33 per participant (non-resident returning rate)

Date and duration: Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:50 a.m., starting September 15 (10-week program)

Location: West Lincoln Community Centre - Gymnasium, 177 West Street, Smithville