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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.
Iroquois Ridge will host our next Community Play Night on Wednesday, August 21!
Try some of the great programs and services offered at your local community centre at our FREE Community Play Nights.
On August 21, enjoy the following at Iroquois Ridge Community Centre:
- Preschool Multi-Sport Drop-in* (ages 1-6), 5-6 p.m.
- Drop-in Creative Dance (ages 4-10), 6-7 p.m.
- Tim Hortons-sponsored swim, 7:30-9 p.m.
- Family Drop-in Basketball* (ages 5+), 8-8:30 p.m.
- Adult Drop-in Basketball (ages 18+), 8:30-10 p.m.
*Participants must be accompanied by an adult.
Activities vary per facility and are subject to change. Admission requirements, capacity and other restrictions may apply.
Facility links and details
Aquatic Boxing program
This new Aquatic Boxing program takes place in the pool, reducing the risk of injury or fear of falling!
Learn basic water boxing exercises to help with balance issues and stiffness, that also provide a lasting beneficial neuroprotective effect.
Specialized water boxing equipment will be used to add additional resistance.
Registration starts soon!
Online registration and program information
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!
Online registration and program informationMore 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.
A current Seniors Services membership card is required to attend Seniors Services:
- registered programs
- drop-in activities
- special interest clubs, and
- day trips.
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
Additional fees may 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
For more information
Stephanie Coughlin, Assistant Programmer
905-845-6601, ext. 3498
stephanie.coughlin@oakville.ca
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