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Recreation Programs



Exercise and Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple Sclerosis affects individuals in so many different ways that not one single program is right for everyone. This is why the Calgary Chapter offers a range of programs to allow you to choose the best fit for your level of ability.

Enhanced physical fitness (muscle strength, balance, flexibility, coordination)
Improved ability to learn and perform skilled movements
Increased mental and physical relaxation
Development of body awareness

The participants attending the Calgary Chapter programs report that the three main reasons that they attend our programs are for exercise, stress relief and to meet their social needs.

The MS Society offers a number of recreation programs.  They are...

Yoga
Fun & Fitness
Gentle Fit
Tai Chi
Bowling

The focus of our recreation programs is on Flexibility, Range of Motion and Muscular Endurance. There is also a focus on INDEPENDENT MOVEMENT. We encourage people to do as much as they can on their own so that they can develop their own program that they can do on their own at home. There are volunteers at some of the programs that can help enhance the movements and be of assistance.

Yoga   (back to top)   back to volunteer page

Yoga focuses on breathing, meditation, movement and posture. Led by a qualified instructor, yoga helps increase relaxation, mobility and range of motion. Exercises are adapted for individuals who have MS and classes are taught whle seated.

When- Mondays and Tuesdays 10:00AM -12:00 PM
Where- Highwood Community Center 16 Harlow Avenue NW

Cost - $25– members
$50 – non-members

Fun & Fitness (back to top)  back to volunteer page

Fun and fitness is a seated exercise program that focuses on range of motion and stretching. We then relax over a cup of coffee and a snack, and visit with friends. A qualified instructor leads this class.

When- Fridays 10:30 AM-12:00 PM
Where- VRRI , 3304 - 33rd St. NW, Recreation Building
Cost- $25– members
$50 – non-members

Tai Chi (back to top)  back to volunteer page

Tai Chi is a movement program for individuals with MS. A qualified teacher leads this class. Tai Chi aims to imporve circulation of body fluids, range of motion, concentration, balance and relaxation. Exercises are modified and can be done seated or standing.

When- Mondays 7:00 PM-8:00 PM
Where- VRRI , 3304 - 33rd St. NW, Recreation Building
Cost- $25– members
$50 – non-members

Bowling (back to top)  back to volunteer page

Test your skills with our accessible bowling program for individuals with MS. This fun bowling program is a great way to improve bowling skills and meet new people. We bowl one set, stop for lunch, then bowl a second set. Special equipment is available to bowlers.

When- Wednesdays 11:00 AM-1:45 PM
Where- 10 Pin Bowlerama, 2916 - 5th Ave. NE
Cost- $3.50 per game – members
$40 + $3.50 per game – non-members

Gentle Fit (back to top)  back to volunteer page
Gentle Fit is a chellenging fitness program designed to lead individuals with MS through a workout focused on balance and core strengthening. Participants must be able to stand independently for this class. A qualified instuctor teaches this class.

When - Fridays 1:00 PM-2:00 PM
Where - VRRI , 3304 - 33rd St. NW, Recreation Building
Cost- $25– members
$50 – non-members

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