There’s a free option available for folks looking to kick off the new year by getting active while trying something new.
The Servus Sports Centre is offering free fitness classes between Jan. 15-21.
“For us it’s just an opportunity to allow people to see what we do here, what we offer. It gives people a chance to, without financial barriers, try out a variety of all sorts of different classes,” said Servus Sports Centre fitness supervisor Joelle Fournier.
“Everything from yoga to zoomba … more of the dance-style classes, and then also more of like a basic strength circuit kind of class. So, we have a little bit of everything.”
With the soaring cost of living, many consumers are watching their spending, so signing up for something new without knowing whether they like it or not may not be a good option. This gives people a chance to test the waters before diving in.
“Maybe they fall in love with a certain one (class), or maybe they realize they like that variety,” said Fournier.
“We’re looking at just getting more people active, more people checking out our rec centres, and any businesses in town, as well, that offer active options.”
The benefits of being active within a group can extend beyond physical health.
“Fitness classes also give you that social health as well, where you have a community around you with everyone being active together.
“It’s just a different type of bonding that you get in a fitness class, compared to going to the gym on your own.”
Among the classes offered is a great option for post-natal parents looking to get fit while spending time with their baby.
“Baby Boot Camp is, contrary to the name, it’s a gentle boot camp. It’s a post-natal class that’s a gentle entry back into exercise,” explains Fournier.
“So that one is geared towards parents who are six weeks post-partum to one-year post-partum, but welcome to stay until they’re done their parental leave. And babies are welcome, it’s a stroller fitness class.”
Fournier says physical fitness should be a priority, especially as we age—but really it’s about more than just physical health.
“The most important thing is that being active also helps with all sorts of other areas of our health. Our mental health, spiritual—everything. Things just feel better when you’re being active.”
For more information or to find a class schedule go to lloydminster.ca/freefitness or call the Servus Sports Centre at 780-875-4529.
