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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​
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Free exercise programs for adults 55+ designed to improve strength and balance with a focus on preventing falls.​
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1-800-561-6551 or 705-942-8200
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7B Oxford St.,
Sault Ste. Marie
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Northern Community Centre
556 Goulais Ave., SSM
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City of Sault Ste. Marie
Active 55+
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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.
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Bay Street Active Living Centre
619 Bay St., SSM
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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
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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
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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
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Walking Trails
Local walking trails in Algoma. Websites allow users to sort locations by ability and accessibility.
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