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The City offers a variety of budget friendly recreational opportunities exclusively for adults 55+ that are designed to keep you active, engaged, and enjoying life.
News & What's New
Winter programs start mid-January. Registration is ongoing as long as space permits. View, search, and register now at pickering.ca/active.
Big Band event - March 23
Tickets go on sale Feb 24.
January 28: Journey of the Guide Dog
Presented by CNIB
Join us for a one-hour information session with Lindsay from the Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB) to learn about the incredible journey of a guide dog. During this session, you'll discover where guide dogs come from, how the public plays a crucial role in raising these amazing animals, and the life-changing impact they have on their handlers.
Tuesday, January 28
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
George Ashe Community Centre
Presented by City of Pickering Fitness Staff
This spotlight series is an introduction to yoga in the use of therapy. This series includes static and flowing yoga postures, different breathing techniques, sound and a guided meditation. This series is for personal maintenance, self-education and general well being.
Please note, this series require physical activity, please come dressed in active wear. No shoes are to be worn in the studio. We have extra mats, but feel free to bring your own.
Thursday, February 27
11:45 am - 12:45 pm
Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex
Presented by City of Pickering Program Staff
Are you interested in playing pickleball, or have you already been playing and have various questions about this great game? Then this opportunity is for you.
We will cover information like equipment needed, the rules of the game, strategies and/or techniques, or drop-in play formats etc.
This session will not be a drop in play experience, but an informative Q & A opportunity to ask your questions! The Pickleball Instructors will be available to talk tips and tricks and try to answer any questions you may have about the game.
Tuesday, March 25
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
George Ashe Community Centre
There are a variety of ways that older adults can get involved in the community...
Community Services 55+ Committee
These volunteers strive to provide high quality leisure facilities, programs, and events to Pickering residents, 55+ and older, that will contribute to their personal growth and life satisfaction.
Members are selected on a yearly basis, after an open application and interview process.
For more information on this committee please contact:
Andrea Dufresne
Coordinator, Adults and Seniors Programs
905.420.4660 ext. 6104 | adufresne@pickering.ca
This group of community minded individuals have a mission to help Pickering become an age friendly community, enabling all residents to participate and contribute to the City.
Members are selected on a yearly basis, after an open application and interview process.
For more information on this committee please contact:
Andrea Dufresne
Coordinator, Adults and Seniors Programs
905.420.4660 ext. 6104 | adufresne@pickering.ca
Volunteers are needed in all areas - there’s lots of opportunity for all ages and interests. Visit our website and see where you can make a difference.
View current and upcoming City projects. Have your say by participating in surveys, consultations, and thought sharing opportunities on this engagement platform.
George Ashe Library & Community Centre
470 Kingston Road West
905.420.4660 ext. 6103
Adults 50+ are invited for social fun and activities. The club operates Monday to Friday, with monthly meeting on the first Thursday of the month at 1 pm. Membership is required (nominal yearly fee).
Darts, Carpet Bowling, Billiards, board games, Euchre, Tai Chi, presentations, and more!
East Shore Community Centre
910 Liverpool Road South
905.420.5049
spsc753.com
The South Pickering Seniors' Club invites Adults 55+ to participate in various social activities. Club operates Monday to Saturday with weekly meetings on Tuesdays at 12:45 pm. Membership is required (nominal yearly fee).
Activities include darts, shuffleboard, carpet bowling, dance, fitness, tai chi, bingo, chess, card games and more!
1201 St Martins Drive, Pickering, ON
905.839.8992
Claremont Golden Age Seniors' Club
Claremont Community Centre
4941 Old Brock Road, Claremont
905.839.7600
Bay Ridges Seniors' Euchre Club
Mondays from 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
at East Shore Community Centre
Beginner to Advanced - Come out and play!
Visit the Pickering Lawn Bowling Club website for more information.
Pickering has 2 active PROBUS Clubs.
Visit the PROBUS websites for information.
Have recreation updates and information sent to you by email.
If you need information, or have questions about our 55+ programs, reach out to our friendly staff:
Andrea Dufresne
Coordinator, Recreation Programs - Adult & Senior
adufresne@pickering.ca | 905.420.4660 ext.6104
Josh Ryan
Assistant Recreation Programmer
jryan@pickering.ca | 905.420.4660 ext. 1079
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