“To get back to my youth I would do anything in the world, except exercise, get up early, or be respectable.” – Oscar Wilde
Our activities are possible due to the support of MPCA, the fees people pay to participate, and the generous grants and donations we receive from various Calgary businesses, The City of Calgary, and community members. None of our programs would be possible without the many members of our group who donate their time and energy to make them happen. So many people to thank for giving us the opportunity to get out, socialize, be active, and see places and things we might otherwise miss.
Adults of all ages are welcome to participate in our activities, except the monthly lunches which are only open to those age 60 and over. All you need is an MPCA membership! Most events are held during the day, Monday to Friday, with the odd exception. If something piques your interest, please contact us for more information.
Monthly Lunches: Our seniors’ lunches are held on the fourth Wednesday of each month (except December) at 11:30 am, usually in the Upper Hall. Lunches are open to all MPCA members aged 60 and over who have registered in advance to attend. An RSVP is required to allow us to order the correct amount of food. We usually have something happening after lunch – a speaker, movie, conversation and games, or live entertainment. Many thanks to MPCA, Paramount 24 Hour Animal Hospital, Costco, Co-op, and The City of Calgary for making our lunches possible. We ask that you donate $5 or whatever you can to help support the cost.
If you are 60 or over, or if you know of someone who is, please get in touch with Linda at 403-289-8390 or [email protected] to be added to our lunch invitation list.
Exercise Class: Have you been looking for a community exercise program to increase your fitness level? You may be surprised to learn that MPCA’s exercise program includes burpees, mountain climbers, lunges, and much more. Our instructor is able to offer a hybrid class with more challenging and easier variations of the exercises to accommodate the fitness levels of all participants. If you would like to try a free class to see if this class meets your needs, please contact Linda O’Hanlon at [email protected] or call 403-289-8390.
Classes are held September through June on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 10:15 to 11:00 am (in the Upper Hall and on Zoom), and Friday mornings from 9:30 to 10:15 am (Zoom only). If you are new to the class, please come to the hall initially to allow the instructor to assess your fitness level and speak with you about your goals.
People of all ages and fitness levels are welcome to join, whether you want a low, moderate, or high intensity work out. The classes are designed to improve aerobic fitness, balance, strength, and flexibility – how energetic you are is up to you. You can sign up for one or more classes per week or come on a drop-in basis. The cost is only $7 per class when you sign up for the remaining classes in the session or $12 per class drop-in.
Tai-Chi: Tai-Chi classes are scheduled twice weekly on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 9:00 until 10:00 am in the Upper Hall. Monday classes will focus on beginners though all, regardless of age and experience, are welcome both days. Tai-Chi is a great way to improve your balance, flexibility, memory, and concentration. Sign up for one or both classes each week or come on a drop-in basis. The cost is only $5 per class when you sign up for the remaining classes in the session or $6 per class drop-in.
Day Trips: We’re making plans for more outings this year, though there’s little ready to announce just yet. The evening performance of A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline at Stage West on August 28 is almost sold out. We’re waiting to hear if we can visit the Fairville Hutterite Colony in Bassano this summer for tours, a hearty lunch, and the chance to buy produce and baking. We’re also investigating a trip to Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary followed by some time in Cochrane for shopping, lunch, and, of course, some MacKay’s ice cream.
Day trips sell out quickly, often before the Pulse is delivered. If you’d like to receive email notifications of upcoming trips or have ideas for where to go next, contact Linda at [email protected] or 403-289-8390. People of all ages are welcome to join us.
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