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Recreation shouldn’t stop with adulthood. In fact, recreation is a great way to meet people, stay active, learn new skills and revisit interests from the past. City of Guelph adult programming offers a diverse range of activities in a friendly and supportive environment. From fitness programs to team sports to parent and tot programming and more, the City of Guelph has a series of offerings, schedules and payment options to meet your needs and interests. All classes are designed for individuals 18 years and older unless otherwise noted.
Living With Dementia, or Caring for Someone Who Is?
The City of Guelph is excited to share this FREE program in partnership with and facilitated by:
- An Kosurko, PhD
- Musagetes and Mitacs Post Doctoral Fellow
- International Institute for Critical Studies in Improvisation (IICSI)
Share your insights.
Join a creative, collaborative research project using music, art, dance and conversation to explore how every day creativity and improvising with Dementia supports connection and care.
Get Involved:
- Participate in FREE workshops with artists and researchers
- Co-create activities inspired by your lived experience
- Share insights through discussion groups and interviews
- Choose to join any or all sessions between
Current Event Dates:
Tuesday, November 3: Deep Listening Exploration with Ethnomusicologist, Dr. Jordan Zalis, at the Evergreen Seniors Centre from 1 to 3 p.m.
Tuesday, November 17: Sonic Awareness and environmental participation with improviser Hayden Mesnick, at the Evergreen Seniors Centre, 1 to 3 p.m.
Thursday November 19: Exploring movement and music in alternative ceremony with Georgia Simms and Adam Bowman at the West End Community Centre, 1 to 3 p.m.
Thursday, December 10: Ideas, fun, and a sense of play with tap dancer Heather Cornell, at the West End Community Centre, 1 to 3 p.m.
Check back for more dates in the new year!
To register or ask questions visit:
https://www.ankosurko.ca/improvising-dementia
Phone: 705-875-5353
Or just show up and we will help you register in person.
Drop-In Programs for Adults and Seniors
Looking for some open court time? Not quite sure if pickleball is the sport for you? Drop-in programs are a great way to try out something new and participate in fun activities on a flexible schedule
Check out our recreation and fitness passes to take full advantage of our programming options.
Fee Assistance in Recreation (FAIR)
We offer a subsidy program to help adults and seniors on a limited income stay active with the Fee Assistance in Recreation (FAIR) program. The program helps subsidize the cost for recreation programs, swim passes, or other memberships. People who qualify can receive a discount on registration fees.