UHCA seniors…here’s an opportunity to participate with your neighbors in a fun movement & dance program!

Movement and Dance Program Details

UHCA DANCE AND MOVEMENT CLASS 2024 - 2025 IN PERSON PARTICIPATION Instructor: Tina Guthrie

Tina Guthrie who is rejoining us this September as the instructor for the UHCA Seniors’ Dance & Movement class starting in September. Tina brings many years of experience in teaching dance with a variety of ages. She has also been involved with U of C research examining the benefits of dance and movement for people experiencing Parkinson’s disease. We all benefit from Tina’s experience, knowledge, energy and sheer joy of teaching.

NOTE: If you are unsure whether this class is a fit for you, please feel free to join us as a drop-in for a few weeks. Furthermore, if you are traveling and need to be absent for a number of classes, consider coming as a drop-in for that session when you are able.

WHERE: Foothills Mennonite Church lower auditorium WHEN: Weekly Wednesday classes run 10:00 am – 11:00 am     Followed by optional coffee & chat 11:00 to Noon REGISTER: Pre-registration paid at the beginning of each session SESSION #1:   September 11, 18, 25   October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30   Cost: Fees for Session #1: 8 x $10 = $80 SESSION #2:   November 6, 13, 20, 27   December 4, 11, 18   Cost: Fees for session #2: 7 x $10 = $70 SESSION #3:   January 8, 15, 22, 29   February 5, 12, 19, 26   Cost: Fees for session #3: 8 x $10 = $80 SESSION #4:   March 5, 12, 19, 26   April 2, 9, 16, 23   Cost: Fees for session #4: 8 x $10 = $80 SESSION #5:   April 30   May 7, 14, 21, 28   Cost: Fees for session #5: 5 x $10 = $50 METHOD OF PAYMENT: 1) Pay online through PayPal using the link at the top of this page. 2) Bring to first class OR Deliver a Cheque to the following address:   University Heights Community Association   Seniors’ Dance & Movement Class   2115 Urbana Rd. NW   Calgary, AB T2N 4B9

Each session uses movement and dance to promote participants’ health. A sense of community is fostered that is targeted at all levels of ability. Most participants enjoy socializing after the class with members of the community.

Who is a senior?
Current participants range in age from 60 – 85+

I’m not much of a dancer – you mentioned dance?
You don’t have to be much of a dancer to enjoy the class – honest!!

What are the benefits of participation?
The program provides a great opportunity to get out of the house, build community and get healthier.

Do I need to RSVP?
No – just show up in comfortable clothes suitable for low impact activity.