Programs and Activities
Basic Computer Skills
Learn how to use a computer one-on-one at your own pace. Please make appointment at the information desk.
Cost:
$2.00/session
Belly Dancing - Beginners/Continuing
Have you always to be able to shimmy around? Enjoy Belly Dancing with Leona Planko. New persons interested in joining the class may observe one class free. On the second visit, OSC membership and class fee must be paid.
Cost:
$5.00 for members; $7.00 for non-members.
Bingo
Enjoy this social activity and feel good for contributing to the Centre. After the payout, the Bingo proceeds go towards our programs.
Cost:
FREE but you have to buy your Bingo cards
Birthday Celebration
Enjoy the monthly birthday celebration with a decadent piece of birthday cake plus coffee/tea. Entertainment is provided.
Cost:
FREE
Bone Building
Formerly Osteofit. Gentle exercises meant for people who have problems with balance, posture, agility and strength. Great for people with arthritis, osteoporosis and osteopenia.
Cost:
$24.00 for 6 sessions; $48.00 for 12 sessions. No drop-ins.
Coffee Hour Drop-In
Enjoy a piece of cake with your coffee and tea while socializing.
Coffee Hour Forum
Informational and educational presentations by speakers on topics that are of interest to seniors. Examples of topics are: financial management, financial abuse, elder abuse, aging in place, medical and dental care, downsizing, advance care planning, wills and estates, etc.
Cost:
$2 includes coffee and cookies.
Crib
This card game involves playing and grouping cards in combinations which gain points. Traditionally for two players, but commonly played with three, four or more.
Cost:
FREE
English Conversation Club
Join the English Conversation Club to practice your English conversation skills while discussing interesting topics. Enjoy the camaraderie and fun activities that are arranged by the group. And learn lots of idioms and increase you vocabulary. Wednesday, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Cost:
$2.00/session
Fall Prevention
Formerly Osteofit. Gentle exercises meant for people who have problems with balance, posture, agility and strength. Great for people with arthritis, osteoporosis and osteopenia.
Cost:
$24.00 for 6 sessions; $48.00 for 12 sessions. No drop-ins.
Floral Arrangement
Learn how to create beautiful flower arrangements, bouquets, corsages and baskets for parties and other special occasions. Lorraine Yuen, a professional florist, will show you how to use colour, form, focal point and style.
Cost:
Classes and materials are free except vases.
Fun and Fitness
Come and have fun with Kathy Feay while doing a complete body workout that includes cardio and muscle strengthening using bands and weights.
Cost:
$45.00 for 3 months, 2X/week; $22.00 for 3 months, once a week.
Knitting
Join the knitters and have fun. The knitters knit all the items
(baby's clothes, booties, hats, scarves, etc.) that we sell during our Annual Spring and Fall Bazaars. Beginners are welcome.
Cost:
FREE
Line Dancing - Beginners
Learn this popular dance from Phillis, one of the best line dance instructor in Vancouver.
Cost:
$4.00/class for members; $5.00/class for non-members. Drop-ins welcome.
Line Dancing - Advanced
Learn this popular dance from Phillis, one of the best line dance instructor in Vancouver.
Cost:
$4.00/class for members; $5.00/class for non-members. Drop-ins welcome.
Piano Entertainment
Cost:
FREE
Reflexology
Reflexology is a therapeutic practice of applying pressure to the feet and hands. Please book your appointments at the information desk.
Cost:
$14.00/half an hour.
Spanish Lesson - Beginners and Continuing
Take advantage of your opportunity to learn or brush up with your Spanish.
Cost:
$45.00 for 8 sessions.
Tai chi - Intermediate
This class is for students who have completed the Tai-chi beginners.
Cost:
Drop-in; $3.00 for members; $6.00 for non-members.
Tai chi - Beginners
Promote good health with this relaxing, non-stressful slow movements
that will help you gain balance, strength and flexibility.
Cost:
$12.00/month or $30.00/3 months.
Tile Rummy
Come and learn this very interesting tile-based game for 2-4 players.
The game combines elements of rummy, dominoes, mahjong and chess. In 1977, it became the bestselling game in the United States.
Cost:
FREE
Urban Poling
Meet Lois Tomlinson on Thursdays at 8:45 am at the Centre for an hour of pole walking. This is an ongoing class and you can start anytime. HomeCare West provides the walking oles but you must pre-register to make sure you get the poles. After the walk, refreshments are provided free.
Cost:
FREE
Whist
Whist is a classic English trick-taking card game. Although the rules are extremely simple, there is enourmous scope for scientific play.
Cost:
FREE
Yoga - Beginners
Learn how to breathe properly and increase your flexibility and balance.
Cost:
FREE
