Our vision is for a community where people can live healthy and active lives well into their senior years; where older people are valued for their skills and life experiences and where they participate in the community in ways that they choose. Saanich will be a positive place in which to age and encourage participation in maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle.
To this end Saanich Parks and Recreation has completed an Active Aging Seniors Strategy to accomplish this goal. The overall aim of the Active Aging Strategy is to create more opportunities, within the mandate of the Parks and Recreation Services Department, for senior Saanich residents to live active and fulfilling lives.
Although the general population is aging, many are in better shape, more active and social than ever before. Many adults over 65 still do not consider themselves seniors or in need of special programs specifically designed for them.
As such Saanich Parks & Recreation Active Living Guides include older adults programs within the regular adult program section. To determine if a program is at a level for you note the hearts beside the title.
The hearts indicate the intensity level of a class
 Low intensity
Moderate intensity
 High intensity
If you prefer a seniors-only class, programs that are specifically for older adults are noted with age requirements in the title. For program suggestions, feedback or comments please feel free to contact Julie Wallace in Community Services, 250-475-5408
Saanich Parks & Recreation offers a variety of intresting and popular programs. See our current Active Living Guide for details on any of the following:
- 50+ Swim Lessons
- 55+ Gentle Fit
- Ballroom Dance
- Qigong - adults
- Golf For Seniors
- Line Dance
- Nordic Walking Workshops
- Pickleball – adults
- Row Fit 50+
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- Stretch & Strength 50+
- Table Tennis 55+
- Tai Chi Yang 55+
- Ueshiba Aikido for 55+
- Visual Art Classes – painting & pottery
- Weight Training 50+
- Yoga for 55+
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The Conversation Cafés provide a safe and comfortable opportunity for older adults to explore meaningful & interesting topics through an engaging dialogue with others. Come meet new people and learn something interesting about yourself and others.
Discover the beauty of the Saanich Parks right in your backyard. These free guided walks are open to adults of all ages. No registration necessary, just drop in at the appropriate time and meeting place. Wear sturdy walking shoes, dress for the weather, and bring adequate drinking water. Walks proceed rain or shine.
Sunday Hikes
- Sundays, 1:00-3:30pm.
- Karen Reid & Penny Stevens
Capital City Walks
Gentle Walk & Talk
- Thursdays 9:30-11:00am
- Karen Reid
Saanich Parks and Recreation offers a number of opportunities for older adults to be involved in their community. If you're interested in helping with community special events or assisting other older adults to get active, then give us a call at 475-5502 or visit our website www.volunteer.saanich.ca
We’re proud of our centres and are happy to show them off. All Saanich Recreation Centres are wheelchair accessible and senior friendly. Never been to a recreation centre before? Don’t be afraid just call for a tour anytime. Julie Wallace 250-475-5408
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Enjoy a relaxed social atmosphere, some music, visit friends, play table tennis, cards or billiards. Coffee & tea available. |
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Upside Teen Lounge
Tuesdays 1:00 - 3:00 pm
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Flipside Teen Lounge
includes organized Table Tennis games
Tuesdays 9:00 - 11:00 am
Thursdays 1:00 - 3:00 pm
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Backdoor Teen Lounge
Wednesdays 10:00 - 11:30 am
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Seniors Table Tennis Drop In - FREE new for 2012
Cedar Hill Recreation Centre
Drop in and enjoy a casual game of table tennis. Must be willing to partner with others. Everyone included.
Volunteer greeters needed - call 250-475-5408
Th 1:00 - 3:00 pm (begins Jan.12)
Minds in Motion
A fitness and social program for people experiencing early stage memory loss. Attend on your own, with a friend, family member or caregiver. After the exercise portion we'll play billiards, Wii, ping pong or just enjoy social time with light refreshments in a relaxed atmosphere.
Locations for Minds in Motion:
Pearkes Recreation Centre
3100 Tillicum Rd, behind Tillicum Mall
When: Tuesdays, 1:30 pm - 3:15 pm
To Register: Call Pearkes Recreation Centre at 250-475-5400
Gordon Head Recreation Centre
4100 Lambrick Way, off Feltam
When: Mondays, 10:00 - 11:30 am
For more information: Jenn Teryn at the Alzheimer Resource Centre, 250-382-2052 or Julie Wallace, Saanich Parks and Recreation, 250-475-5408.
To register contact any Saanich Recreation Centre.
Progressive Bridge Club
Come alone or bring a friend. Six month membership of $12 plus $2 per session or $4 per session for non-members. Each session is 3 hours.
Cedar Hill Recreation Centre – 475-7121
- Monday (12:30 pm)
- Wednesday (12:30 pm
- Friday (7:00 pm)
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Goward House Society
2495 Arbutus Road, Victoria, B.C., V8N 1V9
Telephone: (250) 477-4401
Goward House is a senior activity center for 50+. Our mission is to combine fellowship with recreational, educational and special interest programs. Monthly art exhibitions are open to the public and there is a tea room open daily for lunch or coffee. The facility is available for rent for events such as weddings, business meetings, Christmas parties, or celebrations of life. Regular activities include bridge, mah jong, billiards, a quilting group, art groups, a choir, language classes, fitness and Tai Chi classes. Goward House is open daily Monday to Friday 9a.m. to 4 p.m. Annual membership is $60 and everyone is welcome. Check out our web page www.gowardhouse.com.
Cordova Bay 55 Plus Association
5238 Cordova Bay Rd
Telephone:
(250) 658-5558
The Cordova Bay 55 Plus Association is located in the Cordova Bay Community Place at 5238 Cordova Bay Road. The main objective of the association is to coordinate educational, social and physical activities that support the good health and independence of older adults. The centre is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays to Fridays to all adults over the age of 55. Annual membership is $40. Everyone is welcome.
Les Passmore Seniors Centre
Saanich Silver Threads
286 Hampton Road, Victoria BC, V8Z 1H1
Telephone: (250) 382-3151
Saanich Silver Threads offers a variety of senior programs including outreach programs into the community. We offer programs of physical activities, mental stimulation, socializing and health and wellness at our centre. We have a dining room and offer lunch daily, dinner twice monthly and take-out meals. We offer our new outreach program ‘Senior Mentoring’ to those older adults that need help finding necessary information, filling out forms, referrals. Come and visit Mon. to Fri. from 9am -4 pm. Membership is $44 per year for those 50 + years. Check out our website at www.silverthreads.ca for more information.
Cedar Hill New Horizons
3220 Cedar Hill Road, Victoria BC, V8P 3Y3
Telephone: (250) 475-7121
Membership to this active and social club is open to anyone over 50 years of age. For an annual membership of $10 you can join in carpet bowling, bingo, teas, day trips, and socializing.
Saanich Volunteer Services Society
1445 Ocean View Rd.
Telephone: 250-595-8008
www.saanichvolunteers.org
Saanich Volunteer services matches people who need help with those eager to provide it. Driving to appointments, companionship, help with light yard work and minor home repairs are just a few of the ways Saanich Volunteers contributes to a healthy Saanich. Volunteers provide support to adults in need of a hand to continue to live independently. Our Community Services Coordinator give clients access to a wealth of information about community services and programs that meet the clients’ unique needs. If you want to help a neighbour, call the office or email contactus@saanichvolunteers.org to learn how you can volunteer.
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