Sports
Badminton (Tuesday and Friday, 1:00-4:00)
Leader: Thane Prideaux, Johanna Pietersma
Capacity: 30; 30
Location: WSUC Gym
Badminton provides an excellent opportunity to exercise and socialize. We play doubles so the only risk really is potentially maiming your partner, never intentionally, of course. Players of all levels are welcome. No equipment is needed because there are racquets on loan, but if you have your own, so much the better. Be sure to wear proper shoes that grip, but don’t scuff the floor, and wear protective eye gear if you don’t already wear glasses. As for attendance, keep in mind that regular participation ensures an improved game. Participants will be chosen from the applicants who rate this activity as a high priority.
Pickleball for Beginners (Wednesday 1:00-2:15)
Leader: Stephen Graham
Capacity: 20
Location: WSUC Gym
This class is being offered as an introduction to pickleball for new participants to the sport. One objective of this class will be to teach new players the nuances of the game by combining instruction, demonstrations and drills. Topics covered include: safety, court etiquette, pickleball terminologies, game rules, scoring, etc. Topics are then reinforced and applied by the participants who will also play ‘mini games’ on the courts provided. The second objective of this class is to present this pickleball material in a fun, positive and encouraging environment. Participant selection will be based on applicants rating this class as a high priority activity. If interest in this class exceeds the capacity limit, a lottery system will be applied to select those accepted applications.
Pickleball Casual (Monday, 1:00-3:00)
Leader: David & Sandra Reed
Capacity: 35
Location: WSUC Gym
Monday pickleball is less strict and focuses more on the social and fun elements of the sport to provide a supportive and light environment for all. Participants will benefit from low impact exercise that improves your balance and flexibility and nurtures your social connections. Our emphasis is on techniques taught to avoid injuries and strategic placements. Safety has our highest priority including suggested good court shoes and recommended eye protection. Racquets are available to borrow. Games are geared towards people who are wanting to play at a more leisurely pace. It is non-competitive, where overhead slams, body targeting, and back peddling are not part of this game. All levels of players are welcome and combined with new and experienced players. Suggested players have a moderate level of speed, agility and endurance. Participants selecting Priority 1 will be considered first.
Pickleball (Wednesday, 2:30-4:30; Thursday, 2:00-4:00)
Leaders: Carl Insley; Richard Smyth
Capacity: 42; 42
Location: WSUC Gym
Brockville 50+ pickleball classes are a non-competitive playing environment. Emphasis is on extending rallies and promoting equitable court time and a positive pickleball experience for all participants. We understand that there will always be new members taking up the sport for the first time, but there is a physical nature to it that people need to be aware of. If you are struggling at times with your balance, you may get hurt. All levels of experience are welcome, pairs combine new and experienced players and some training/teaching is provided. There are several rackets that participants can borrow. To ensure safe playing, it is extremely important to wear proper court shoes and to be aware of safe practices when playing. It is also recommended that players wear safety glasses. Please review the safety tips from this link and be prepared to play safely. https://thepickler.com/blogs/pickleball-blog/pickleball-safety-tips. A moderate level of speed, agility and endurance is required. As we continue to grow the game with our members, some of them are getting more competitive and enjoy the challenges. Participants will be chosen from those who select a high priority for this activity. We may need to use a lottery if the number of applicants exceed the capacity. We will also recognize those who have not applied for many activities to ensure they are considered first. Applicants applying for multiple pickleball activities may not be successful in getting a spot in each depending on the overall number of applicants received.
Pickleball Skills & Drills (Thursday, 12:15-1:45)
Leader: Stephen Graham
Capacity: 16
Location: WSUC Gym
This inaugural class is designed for the ‘established’ player looking to enhance their pickleball skill set. The participant will already possess the general fundamentals of: scoring, etiquette, rules and pickleball terminologies. This class will build and expand on those fundaments by also covering such topics as: offensive and defensive positioning, shot selection, communications, court strategies, etc. These enhancements will be practiced utilizing various drills and simulated mini games. Participant selection will be based on applicants rating this class as a high priority activity. If interest in this class exceeds the capacity limit, a lottery system will be applied to select those accepted applications.
Table Tennis Casual (Wednesday, 9:15-10:40)
Leader: Ping Wu
Capacity: 30
Location: SA North
This casual class is a relaxing atmosphere to play table tennis with the purpose of moving your eyes, hands and legs while hitting a tiny ball with a rubber racket. There is no pressure for scores, it is just to exercise your body and enjoy the game. If you want to learn basic rules or if you want to improve your skill, this class will have one table for your training and drills. Prior to classes starting participants will be sent a Youtube video on how to play and we will have experienced players to explain the tips if you need help. We will play games to practice what you have learned from the video. There will also be lessons on special serves, top spin, under spin and side spin, etc. as your technology skill develops. There will be two other tables for play – one for single games, another for double games, so participants have a variety of options to play. We are waiting for you to come for a casual time and hope you return home with a smile. Participants will be chosen by priority selection.
Table Tennis Intermediate (Wednesday, 10:50-12:45)
Leader: Mike Libbos
Capacity: 50
Location: SA North
Intermediate Table Tennis is for players who have some experience playing and enjoy a lively game and look forward to improving their skills. Yes, there are articles written about the health benefits of playing ping pong, and we will gladly accept any improvements to brain function, but our main goal is to have 50+ fun! Join us on Wednesdays in the Salvation Army gym. If you have a paddle bring it along, if not there are paddles available on-site. Applicants who apply for Table Tennis – Casual should not apply for this activity. All applicants will be accepted therefore priority is set to Priority 4 in the application form.