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All of Clarington's recreation facilities will close starting on Wednesday, January 5, 2022, as mandated by the Province under the modified step 2 regulation. Clarington is cancelling the current Winter Program session. Full refunds will be automatically issued to all program participants. Learn more.
Learn about our COVID-19 screening process and health and safety in our community centres.
Clarington’s 55+ Active Adults staff have been working to adapt our programming to help older adults stay connected and keep active. We are providing a variety of programs ranging from fitness, general interest and recreational activities. We are also providing tablets through our tablet loan program, and staff are available by email or phone to help with technical support.
There is no membership fee. Just pay for the activities that interest you.
Register for 55+ Active Adult programs.
Winter registration information
- View our winter mini-session programs at www.clarington.net/BeActive starting January 21, 2022. Registration begins on Friday, January 28 at 7 a.m. Programs start the week of February 5.
- If you have any questions about our 55+ Active Adult fall programming, please contact us at 905-623-3379 ext. 2525 or 2526.
- 55+ Active Adult Aquafit classes can be found on the Aquafit page.
- Adult recreation programs can be viewed on our Recreation Programs page.
Programs and drop-in activities
We are excited to have dedicated staff to provide a variety of programs and services for all adults aged 55+. Visit www.clarington.net/BeActive to find an activity that interests you. Below is a sample of some of the classes and workshops we offer.
View the 55+ Active Adults Program Directory - Winter 2022 (PDF)
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Clarington 55+ Active Adults are offers a variety of programming including:
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| Workshops |
Our fun and informative workshops are a perfect way to learn something new. Past workshops include:
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| Fitness Classes |
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| Drop-In Activities |
| Learn about our current health and safety measures for 55+ Active Adult drop-in activities.
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| Tournaments and Special Events |
Throughout the year, we host special events and tournaments. Some of our most popular past events include:
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Get involved
Volunteers make up the very fabric of our community. We are looking for volunteers who want to be a part of our 55+ Active Adult programming. We are always looking for volunteers to help with special events, kitchen prep and drop-in programs.
Clarington 55+ Active Adults Community Committee
The Clarington 55+ Active Adults Community Committee supports 55+ Active Adult staff and provides an opportunity for leadership and input from older adults within the community. In addition, the committee will engage, encourage, strengthen, and provide recreation opportunities while seeking to improve the quality of life for Clarington residents ages 55+, including social and leisure opportunities, drop-in programs and special events. The committee will include Clarington residents and Community Services staff to provide advice, assist with events, and foster awareness of recreation opportunities in our community.
Now accepting applications
We are currently looking for eight older adults to volunteer as committee members. If you are interested, please apply by completing the 55+ Active Adults Community Committee Application form.
| Mandate |
| The Clarington 55+ Active Adults Community Committee will provide advice, comments and suggestions on recreation opportunities, promotion of activities and engaging older adults in Clarington. |
| Scope of activities |
Encourage older adults to participate in Municipality of Clarington 55+ Active Adult activities and contribute to the community's betterment.
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| Committee composition |
| The committee will be made up of staff representatives and up to 10 community members, of which a maximum of eight will be a diverse group of residents in Clarington who are over the age of 55. The Clarington 55+ Active Adults Community Committee is comprised of:
Other Municipality of Clarington staff and delegates may be invited to provide input at times. From time to time, guest speakers and presenters may attend meetings. Any guest speakers or presenters must have permission to participate by Community Services staff at least two weeks before the meeting. |
| Staff support |
| The Older Adult Coordinator or Older Adult Programmer will be responsible for chairing all Clarington 55+ Active Adults Community Committee meetings. In addition, staff will provide all administrative support, such as scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, recording minutes, preparing background information and any necessary reports. |
| Length of term |
| The length of term for committee members is two years. Committee members can be appointed to serve a maximum of two consecutive terms. The Older Adult Coordinator or Older Adult Programmer will serve on the committee continuously. |
| Frequency of meetings |
| The committee will meet bi-monthly from September to July and will be committed to attending a minimum of three meetings per term. Meetings will be chaired by Community Services staff. A quorum will consist of at least four of the members of the committee, including staff. |
| Budget |
| The Community Services Department oversees the 55+ Older Adults budget. |
| Confidentiality and conflict of interest |
| The Committee members will serve without remuneration and will not receive, directly or indirectly, any profits or benefits from their position as members of the Clarington Active Adults Community Committee. Committee members will ensure that all confidential information will be used in the manner for which it was intended. Only authorized staff may speak on behalf of the committee. |
For more information on volunteer opportunities, please contact Kersti Pascoe at 905-404-1525 ext. 2525.
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