Birkdale Community Centre
Situated in the beautiful Birkdale ravine, the community centre offers programs for all ages and abilities with a focus on older adults. Large windows in most of the program rooms offer scenic views of the park scenery, wildlife and the creek.
Special Features
Contact
- Phone: 416 396-4069
- Accessibility
- District: Scarborough
- Intersection: Near: Ellesmere Rd & Birkdale Rd
- TTC Information: Travel to Midland Station. Walk south on Midland Ave and then east on Ellesmere to Oakley. On the eastbound side of Ellesmere, board the 95B York Mills and travel to 1299 Ellesmere Rd.
Announcements
Fitness
These classes are suitable for all levels, focusing on providing a minimum of 20 minutes of cardiovascular exercises that use large muscle groups in a continuous and rhythmic manner. Most classes will also include a muscle conditioning component. Regular participation can help improve one's cardiovascular system (heart/lungs), flexibility, balance and co-ordination. Small equipment may be used.
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Cardio High/Low (16yrs and over)
Jul-03-2019 to Sep-04-2019, Wed, 9:15 - 10:15am
These classes are suitable for all levels, focusing on providing a minimum of 20 minutes of cardiovascular exercises that use large muscle groups in a continuous and rhythmic manner. Most classes will also include a muscle conditioning component. Regular participation can help improve one's cardiovascular system (heart/lungs), flexibility, balance and co-ordination. Small equipment may be used.
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Cardio Low Impact (60yrs and over)
Jul-02-2019 to Sep-03-2019, Tue, 9:15 - 10:15am
Cardio High/Low (60yrs and over)
Jul-03-2019 to Sep-04-2019, Wed, 10:30 - 11:30am
Cardio High/Low (16yrs and over)
Jul-08-2019 to Sep-23-2019, Mon, 9:15 - 10:15am
Osteo Fit (60yrs and over)
Jul-08-2019 to Sep-23-2019, Mon, 11:30am - 12:30pm
These classes are suitable for all levels incorporating various culture inspired music and dance movements to create a dynamic, exciting, aerobic workout. Participants will benefit by having a total body fun workout that improves rhythm, burns calories and strengthens muscles. May include a muscle conditioning component.
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Zumba Gold (60yrs and over)
Jul-12-2019 to Sep-13-2019, Fri, 1 - 2pm
Fitness courses that incorporate a cardio component benefiting the cardiovascular system (heart/lungs). Step, Cardiokick (boxing) low impact, hi/lo are all classes with cardio components. Includes warm-up, muscle conditioning and stretching. Possible use of hand weights and/or tubing.
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Walk Fit (60yrs and over)
Jul-04-2019 to Sep-05-2019, Thur, 10:30 - 11:30am
These classes are suitable for all levels, focusing on building bone mass, muscular strength and endurance with no cardio component. Classes may be specific to certain areas of the body and may use equipment such as body bars, stability balls, BOSU, hand weights and exercise bands.
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Stretch and Strength (60yrs and over)
Jul-05-2019 to Sep-06-2019, Fri, 10:30 - 11:30am
Stretch and Strength (60yrs and over)
Jul-08-2019 to Sep-23-2019, Mon, 10:30 - 11:30am
Emphasis is on general health and fitness through the development of slow and controlled movements in a fixed sequence. Enjoy the benefits of improved health, relief of stress and the promotion of concentrated relaxation. Various styles are offered.
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Tai Chi (60yrs and over)
Jul-03-2019 to Sep-04-2019, Wed, 9 - 10am
A series of postures promoting flexibility, specific breathing and relaxation techniques, while strengthening and toning muscles. Various styles are offered. Participants are required to bring their own mat.
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A series of postures promoting flexibility, specific breathing and relaxation techniques, while strengthening and toning muscles. Various styles are offered. Participants are required to bring their own mat.
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Yoga - Beginner (6 - 12yrs)
Jul-07-2019 to Aug-25-2019, Sun, 8:45 - 9:45am
A series of postures promoting flexibility, specific breathing and relaxation techniques, while strengthening and toning muscles. Various styles are offered. Participants are required to bring their own mat.
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Yoga: Hatha (60yrs and over)
Jul-02-2019 to Sep-03-2019, Tue, 10:30 - 11:30am
Yoga: Chair (60yrs and over)
Jul-02-2019 to Sep-03-2019, Tue, 11:45am - 12:45pm
Yoga: Hatha (60yrs and over)
Jul-04-2019 to Sep-05-2019, Thur, 9 - 10am
Yoga: Chair (60yrs and over)
Jul-08-2019 to Sep-23-2019, Mon, 10 - 11am
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| Facility Type | Quantity | Facility Rating * |
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| Craft Room | 1 | B |
| Gallery | 1 | B |
| Kitchen | 1 1 | B |
| Lounge | 1 | C |
| Multipurpose Room | 1 1 | B C |
* Facilities can be available to permit. Permit rates are dependent on facility rating of Premium, A, B or C and your group category. Use the Facility Classifications and Rating Criteria to learn more about amenities that might be available at each facility.
Please contact the facility at 416 396-4069,
prior to your visit to determine if the facility can meet your needs.
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