Monday, December 1 – Sunday, December 7
Experience everything the SJCC has to offer during Open House Week! Explore our fitness centre, pool, and programs, enjoy special classes, and see what makes our centre so special.
Free 7-Day Pass* available for all visitors during the week.
*Must be 18+
Complimentary Morning Coffee
10:30-11:15 am Parent and Baby Yoga with Julie (Drop-In)
Experience a gentle and fun introduction to parent and baby yoga in this demo session. You’ll meet other new parents while exploring light core work, stretching, and mobility, with the option to hold your baby during poses or incorporate them as a playful “weight.” Please bring a blanket for your baby.
12:00 PM Pickleball Tournament (Register)
JCC Open Pickleball Tournament – Sign up in pairs or as an individual. Top four teams play in the semi-finals. Prizes and refreshments included! Contact Matty to get involved, msimonovich@jccottawa.com
1:30–3:30 PM Table Tennis (Drop-In)
Grab a paddle and join in on the fun!
7:00–8:00 PM Empower Yourself Through Self-Defense and Mind Training (Drop-In)
Discover your inner strength and build real-world confidence with our 3-level self-defense program. Designed for men and women of all fitness levels. No prior experience needed — just bring the willingness to learn and take charge of your personal safety.
Complimentary Morning Coffee
11:45 AM–12:30 PM Fall Prevention Workshop (Drop-In)
Winter is coming! Learn to fall safely in a controlled way and how to get up afterward.
1:30–3:30 PM Table Tennis (Drop-In)
Grab a paddle and join in on the fun!
Complimentary Morning Coffee
9:30–10:30 AM 70’s SpinFit (Register)
Spin to the groovy sounds of the 70s and enter a raffle for prizes!
Member Health Appreciation Day
Join us for a day dedicated to YOU and your health!
Jump into some of your favourite classes, try exciting new ones, and refuel with delicious, healthy snacks.
8:30–9:15 AM Rise & Shine Yoga with Holly (Drop-In)
Start your day with intention, movement, and a clear mind. A morning flow designed to gently awaken your body and energize your spirit for the day ahead. Through a combination of mindful breathing, dynamic stretches, and uplifting sun salutations, you’ll build warmth, strength, and focus while releasing any lingering stiffness from sleep.
This class is perfect for all levels
Focus: Morning energy, mindfulness, and gentle strength
9:30–10:30 AM Shine Dance Party with Stacey, Janine & Andrea (Drop-In)
Get ready to light up the dance floor with SHiNE Dance Fitness — where cardio meets confidence and every move feels like a party! Easy-to-follow routines set to today’s hottest hits will have you sweating, smiling, and strutting like nobody’s watching. No dance experience needed — just bring your energy and let the music move you! Come for the workout, stay for the shine!
10:45–11:30 AM Kardio Knockout with Ginette (Drop-In)
High-action session combining Boxing and Martial Arts. Don’t miss this opportunity with one of Canada’s leading fitness personalities.
11:45–1:45 PM Pilates Fundamentals for Beginners & Intermediates with Ann (Drop-In)
Learn the fundamentals of Mat Pilates to strengthen your core, improve posture, and support functional movement. Includes instructor intro, icebreaker, history, core principles, foundational exercises, and mini flow.
12:30–2:00 PM Tai Chi with Mike (Drop-In)
- 12:30–1:00 PM – Tai Chi Demo
- 1:00–2:00 PM – Tai Chi Class
Tai Chi is a series of gentle movements that can be done either standing or seated, increasing circulation, strengthening the bones, and improving balance. Practised regularly, it adds vitality and well-being to life.
