Recreation Programs at the MFC!

Winter registration begins December 11, 2023.

Located on the Bedford Highway, the Mount Fitness Centre offers some of Halifax’s most fun and affordable fitness, wellness and recreation options including Aikido, Shotokai Karate, Dance, Pickleball and more!


Register online, in-person or call 902-457-6420.

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DanceFit is 50-minutes of FUN! Forget about whether or not you think you can dance – focus instead on fitness and friends.  Most of all, burning off stress with fantastic, energetic music and movements that are designed for ALL people. From Disco to Latin to Bollywood and much more, your workout becomes a trip around the world. The friendly and welcoming environment means that no-one is left behind!

Instructor: Melissa Millar

8 classes |  January 22 – March 18, 2024
Mondays, 7:10 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
*No class on February 19, 2024
Location:  Mount Fitness Centre Studio

Fee: $60.00 + HST

MSVU student, staff & faculty fee:  $39.00 + hst*
*must have current MFC membership to be eligible for discount.

Registration begins December 11, 2023

REGISTER online here – course located under the Program Registration button
or call 902-457-6420


 

Mount Fitness Centre Aikido Club

Aikido is a Japanese martial art and a form of practical non-violence. It is performed by blending with the motion of the attacker and redirecting the force of the attack, rather than opposing it head-on. Aikido requires very little physical strength. The techniques are completed with various throws or joint locks. Participate in any or all of the following classes. *For ages 18 years and older of all skill levels.

Testimonial: “The best thing about Aikido is it’s fun and you get to throw people around.” “My favorite part is getting to develop a relationship & trust with each other.”

Club format with 3 class options per week!
Mondays, 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Fridays, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Instructor: Graham Fraser
Location:  Evaristus 4C, Room 410

3 month Term:  January 8 – April 5, 2024
– Fee: $125.00 + hst
– MSVU Student, Faculty & Staff discounted fee: $81.25 + hst
*must have current MFC membership to be eligible for discount.

6 month Term: January 8 – June 26, 2024
– Fee: $240.00 + hst
– MSVU Student, Faculty & Staff discounted fee: $156.00 + hst
*must have current MFC membership to be eligible for discount.

Registration begins December 11, 2023

REGISTER online here – course located under the Program Registration button
or call 902-457-6420


 

Pickleball for Beginners

Are you looking for a fun way to stay active and spend time with friends? Look no further than pickleball, the fastest growing sport in North America.

Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. It’s easy to learn and suitable for people of all ages and skill levels. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or new to sports altogether, pickleball is a great way to get moving and have fun. In this foundational course, you will learn you all you need to know to play this engaging sport. This course will teach fundamental skills including: serving, volleying, dinking, etc. You will also learn the rules of the game, how to keep score and the necessary basic tactics.

Paddles and balls are provided.

Program Details:
– Wednesdays, 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
– 8 classes | January 24 – March 13, 2024
– Fee: $80.00 + HST
– MSVU student, staff & faculty fee:  $52.00 + hst*
*must have current MFC membership to be eligible for discount.

Instructors: Paul Kelly and Michael Lanuevo
Location: Mount Fitness Centre – Gymnasium

Registration begins December 11, 2023

REGISTER online here – course located under the Program Registration button
or call 902-457-6420


Intermediate Pickleball

Are you a Pickleball player who knows the basic shots, elementary tactics and rules of game but wants to learn more about this great sport and play at a higher level? Then our course in Intermediate Pickleball is for you. Our certified instructors are Paul Kelly and Michael Lanuevo, and the maximum class size will be 16 so the student teacher ratio will never exceed 8:1. Come and join us if you want to take your game to the next level. Lets get started!

Program Details:
– Mondays, 11:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
– 6 classes | January 22 – March 4
No class on February 19, 2024
– Fee: $80.00 + HST
– MSVU student, staff & faculty fee:  $52.00 + hst*
*must have current MFC membership to be eligible for discount.

Instructors: Paul Kelly and Michael Lanuevo
Location: Mount Fitness Centre – Gymnasium

Registration begins December 11, 2023

REGISTER online here – course located under the Program Registration button
or call 902-457-6420


Pickleball 101 Workshop

Are you looking to give North America’s fastest growing sport a try but aren’t ready to commit to a full class? Are you hungry for an appetizer, but not the full meal? Then this two-hour workshop is for you!  You will learn the basic shots, tactics and rules of the game.  By the end of this workshop, you’ll be playing this game and learning what all the fuss is about.

Workshop Details – three options:
Sunday, January 21, 2024
1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Fee: $25.00 + HST

or

Sunday, March 10, 2024
1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Fee: $25.00 + HST

or

Sunday, March 24, 2024
1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Fee: $25.00 + HST

Instructors: Paul Kelly and Michael Lanuevo
Location: Mount Fitness Centre – Gymnasium

Registration begins December 11, 2023

REGISTER online here – course located under the Program Registration button
or call 902-457-6420


Pickleball Skills & Drills Workshop

Ready to improve your game? Come and join Paul and Michael and do and learn the drilling exercises necessary to take your game to the next level.

Workshop Details – two options:
Sunday, February 11, 2024
1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Fee: $25.00 + HST

or

Sunday, March 17, 2024
1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Fee: $25.00 + HST

Instructors: Paul Kelly and Michael Lanuevo
Location: Mount Fitness Centre – Gymnasium

Registration begins December 11, 2023

REGISTER online here – course located under the Program Registration button
or call 902-457-6420


 

Mount Fitness Centre Shotokai Karate Club


*Kids Karate information is available here


Shotokai Karate Club is a non-competitive martial art that empowers people to improve themselves through practicing Karate-do. The majority of our practice focuses on distance, timing and striving for personal development. *For ages 15 years and older of all skill levels

– These program options are for returning participants only.
– New participants welcome in September 2024.


Class times:
– Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
– Saturdays, 9:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
*This is a club format.  Participate in one or both classes each week.
* This program moves to once per week from mid-June to August.

8 month term:
January 11-Augut 29, 2024
Fee: $278.00 + HST
MSVU student, staff & faculty fee:  $180.70 + hst*
*must have current MFC membership to be eligible for discount.

Instructor: Randy Veinotte
Location: Mount Fitness Centre – Gymnasium

Registration begins December 11, 2023

REGISTER online here – course located under the Program Registration button
or call 902-457-6420


 

Mount Fitness Centre Self Defence program

Self Defence

Presented by Marc and Lisa from www.ToughMonkey.ca, this introductory course is for anyone 16 years of age and older interested in learning about personal safety and defence.

You will learn simple strategies to help prepare for and avoid an encounter, and personal safety and defence concepts such as:
– survival stress
– situational awareness
– planning and prevention strategies
– rapid hazard assessment
– other special considerations including how to use everyday items to aid in escape

Also learn physical skills that are easy to perform and remember related to de-escalation, positioning, defensive counter and evasion options and tactics.
You will receive a guide for planning and preparedness, as well as a digital certificate of completion.

Stay tuned!  Date TBA