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Recreation & Group Exercise
Recreation and group exercise can help you connect with others while you work on building your physical strength and mental wellness to improve your overall well-being.
Last updated on November 20, 2023.
SMART, VON Algoma
Free exercise programs for adults 55+ designed to improve strength and balance with a focus on preventing falls.
1-800-561-6551 or 705-942-8200
7B Oxford St.,
Sault Ste. Marie
Northern Community Centre
556 Goulais Ave., SSM
City of Sault Ste. Marie
Active 55+
Recreation centre for older adults providing virtual and in-house programs at both locations. Call for more information about programs and see website for free walking schedule.
Bay Street Active Living Centre
619 Bay St., SSM
Northern Community Centre
556 Goulais Ave., SSM
Additional services in your area:
George Leach Centre
Offers group fitness classes and indoor walking track. Seniors receive 15% discount on memberships.
1520 Queen St E, Sault Ste. Marie
Stand Up!
Offers a free group exercise program for 12 weeks in various locations for adults 65+ who are concerned about their balance or have had a fall.
1-866-892-0172 or 705-942-4646
556 Goulais Ave., Sault Ste. Marie
Strong Minds
Combine activity and social support with the Strong Minds programs. Call for more information on available activities.
YMCA
A range of activities offered in and out of the pool aimed at helping older adults maintain and increase their activity levels.
705-949-3133
235 McNabb St, Sault Ste. Marie
Walking Trails
Local walking trails in Algoma. Websites allow users to sort locations by ability and accessibility.