Iroquois Ridge Older Adults Centre
1051 Glenashton Drive
905-338-4255, ext. 3745
Monday to Friday, 1-4 p.m.
Located in the Iroquois Ridge Community Centre, the older adults room offers many programs and is a great place to socialize! The community centre also offers a library and pool so you can get the maximum enjoyment from your visit.
Our mission is to provide a welcoming, accessible and supportive environment for Oakville seniors that embodies social, recreational, health and wellness activities.
Programs and activities at the Iroquois Ridge Older Adults Centre cater to all levels of interest and abilities. Below is just a sample of all the centre has to offer!
Note: Times may vary for specific programs.
Give the gift of healthy living!
Not sure what to get for that hard-to-buy-for person?
Do you have someone on your list who wants to try an art class? Dreams of having a personal trainer or gym membership? Always wished they had learned how to swim?
Want to give a gift that offers them a choice?
Town of Oakville gift certificates make the perfect healthy holiday gift for kids, friends, family or even you!
Gift certificates are available for purchase in any denomination at Town Hall and community centres for use toward any Town of Oakville recreation or culture program or membership.
No expiry.
Free creative activities for all ages!
The Hive is a free weekly drop-in activity for crafty bees to connect, create, share, teach, laugh or simply relax by indulging in a creative activity!
Join the Hive:
Fridays (September 21-December 21)
10 a.m. to noon
at Iroquois Ridge Community Centre
Tools and materials will be provided but participants are encouraged to bring their own knitting needles, crochet hooks, etc. if you have them.
Aquatic Boxing program
This new Aquatic Boxing program for Parkinson’s patients takes place in the pool, reducing the risk of injury fear of falling!
Studies also show that aquatic boxing with specialized equipment helps improve balance, reduces stiffness, and has lasting neuroprotective effects.
If you have been diagnosed with Parkinson's or are experiencing Parkinson's symptoms, this program is for you.
Fall session starts Thursday, October 4, 2018 | 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Winter session starts Thursday, January 10, 2019 | 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Register now
Volunteer drivers needed
The Town of Oakville provides seniors 80+ an opportunity to get out and socialize with others through our Friendship Luncheon programs.
Volunteer drivers pick clients up at their homes (around 10:30 a.m.), bring them to the centres and then return to take them home (around 2 p.m.).
If you are able to volunteer one hour per week, please contact Stephanie Coughlin, at 905-845-6601 ext. 3498, for the Iroquois Ridge Older Adult Centre every Thursday).
Drivers receive compensation for their mileage.
Volunteer opportunities
Walk Better, Be Stronger
Strengthen joints and help prevent falls and injuries by addressing balance, gait and posture issues in this 50+ indoor program.
A Walk Better, Be Stronger participant's family recently wrote us to say "Thank you all for giving our mother her independence and mobility back through your excellent program."
Open to all abilities and levels, a Seniors Services 50+ membership is required to register.
Classes start soon!
Register nowMore programs and services
The older adults centre is a great place to meet new people and try new and interesting programs! We offer programs and activities for all levels of interest and ability using the various rooms and amenities available in the community centre.
Registered programs include:
- Bridge
- Fitness Classes
- Line Dancing
- Yoga
- Tai Chi
- Square Dancing
Drop-in activities include:
- Discussion Group
- DVD Lecture Series
- Table Tennis
- Book Club
- Bid Euchre & Bridge
All drop-in programs are 50 cents per class unless otherwise stated.
A current membership card is required to attend Seniors Services registered programs, drop-in activities, special interest clubs and day trips. Additional fees apply per program, activity or event. Visit the Seniors' Centres page for more information and to access our Seniors Services Newsletter for a full list of programs.
Community resources for seniors
Getting Around
Oakville Spectacular Showcase
For more information
Alexandra Di Matteo, Assistant Programmer
905-845-6601, ext. 3498
alexandra.dimatteo@oakville.ca