Fitness & wellness

Genesis Place offers a wide range of programs and services to suit your training needs and help you reach your fitness goals. This includes a state of the art fitness centre, drop-in dry land classes, and personal training designed to keep you motivated and active.

Did you know?

All of our trainers have a minimum to year diploma or a Bachelor and/or Masters degree in Kinesiology, Sports Medicine, Physical Education or Human Kinetics and have more or more certificates through the following organizations; Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology, National Strength and Conditioning Association and Alberta Fitness & Leadership Certification Association.

Free Fitness Profile

Are you meeting your fitness goals? How is your current fitness program contributing to your overall health? A Genesis Place certified trainer can provide some insight into your current health and well-being with this complimentary one-on-one session.

Make the most our of your fitness training by working with a personal trainer. Our personal trainers will assist you with your fitness program and maintain optimal results. For personal training options valid until the end of this year check or for more information; Check out the In the City Guide for programs and courses. 

Older adult fitness programs

Physical activity is very important to your overall health, well-being and quality of life. Every step counts! Adding any amount of exercise can provide some heath benefits. Regular exercise maintains strength and flexibility, balance and coordination and can help reduce the risk of falls.

Check out what to do at Genesis Place by clicking on the link; Older adult fitness programs 

Wellness workshops

Wellness workshops are complimentary for pass holders.

Drop-in fees apply for non-pass holders.

To register for these workshops visit our Registration page. 

Short Circuit (Ages 16+) 

Looking at add some spark to your workout? Want to know how to use those circuit machines or use them in a different way? Put some energy back into your workouts and learn something new in this 30 minute instructional class designed for all ability levels. 

• Sept. 17: 9 - 9:30 a.m. 
• Oct. 17: 12:15 - 12:45 p.m.
  Register online here 

Foam Rolling 101 (Ages 16+)

Reduce pain, restore function and improve overall wellness! In this workshop you will learn to breathe, relax and roll through those tight spots! Discussion will be focused around benefits, contraindications and proper rolling techniques for a variety of muscle groups. Bring your own foam roller or use one of ours. All fitness levels are welcome. 

• Oct. 18: 7 - 8 p.m. 
• Nov. 5: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 
  Register online here

Fall Prevention Workshop (Ages 16+) 

Did you know that falls are the leading cause of injuries and hospitalization in older Canadians? Learn how to prevent falls with basic strength and balance exercises that can be done at home or the gym. This workshop will provide tips on how to get up from a fall and help you identify other risk factors that can contribute to falls. 

• Nov. 16: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. 
  Register online here 

Movement Essentials (Ages 16+) 

Take the mystery out of movement in this personal trainer led workshop. This workshop will introduce the five fundamental movement patterns and give you strategies to incorporate these movements into your own workouts. 

• Dec. 6: 6 - 7 p.m. 
  Register online here

Coffee Brew Crew

Get to know our Genesis Place wellness experts over a cup of coffee!

Ask questions, learn more about our programs and stay up-to-date on the latest health and wellness information.

Runs the first Tuesday of every month.

Fitness Centre Lobby
9 - 10 a.m.