Health and Wellness Programs

Stay active. Stay connected. Stay independent.

At Community Care Peterborough, we’re here to help you live well and age with confidence. Our Health and Wellness programs are designed to support strength, balance, and overall well-being — all in a welcoming, social environment.

We offer a wide variety of Exercise and Falls Prevention classes, both in-person and online, along with wellness sessions, walking groups, and at-home resources.

These programs are open to residents of the City and County of Peterborough aged 55 and older.

What's Included?

With your annual membership, you’ll enjoy access to:

• All in-person and virtual Exercise and Falls Prevention classes
• A variety of fitness levels and class styles
• Monthly wellness sessions and special events
• Helpful newsletters and wellness tips
• Coming soon: Balance assessments to track your progress

Please note: As of April 1, 2025, a membership fee of $30 per year (or $20 for six months) applies.

How to Get Started

Before participating, all clients must complete a registration form. This helps us confirm eligibility and enroll you as a client of Community Care Peterborough.

Click here to complete the Online Registration Form

Once your registration is approved, we’ll follow up with instructions on how to submit your membership payment (online or in person).

Have questions about the registration process?
Email us at efp@commcareptbo.org
Or call 705-742-7067

Class Calendars & Schedules

Check out what’s happening this month:

• In-Person Classes - April 2025 In Person Schedule
• Retirement Home Classes - April 2025 Retirement Home Schedule
• Zoom (Virtual) Classes - April 2025 Zoom schedule

Cancellation Hotline: 705-775-3083, ext. 337

Updated daily with any class cancellations. Please note: this line is for updates only—messages are not monitored.

Pole Walking for Fitness

Our weekly pole walking group is a great way to stay active and enjoy the outdoors:

Tuesdays, 2:30–3:30 p.m.

NEW April Location (UPDATED APRIL 15, due to storm clean up at Riverview Park & Zoo)

• Lakefield Marshland – meet at Douglas Sports Centre parking lot (2 Hague Blvd).

Note: Locations change monthly—see the class calendar for updates.

Need walking poles? We have high-quality options available for purchase. Contact us for assistance.

Exercise at Home

Prefer to stay active from the comfort of home? Download our “Good For You!” Exercise Brochure with two simple routines:

• Standing exercises (with a chair or countertop)
• Seated exercises done from your chair

Download the “Good For You!” Exercise Brochure

Want a printed copy mailed to you? Just call your local Community Care office.

We’re Here to Help

Whether you’re new to fitness or looking to stay active with others, our friendly team is here to support your goals.

Email: efp@commcareptbo.org
Phone: 705-742-7067

Enjoying our classes?

We love seeing you in our classes and hope you enjoy the many benefits.  We offer these classes to everyone +55 years throughout the City and County of Peterborough and we gratefully accept donations so that we may continue to do that. 

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