The current and ongoing COVID-19 pandemic may add new challenges to maintaining an active lifestyle, but there are many existing and new opportunities and resources to get active!
Be sure to maintain physical distancing from others outside your social circle when participating in activities, wash your hands regularly, and wear masks in crowded and/or indoor spaces to protect yourself and others. Stay positive. Stay safe. Stay active.
At Home
Online
| Program and Link | Description |
|---|---|
| YMCA of Eastern Ontario Facebook | Videos from the YMCA of Eastern Ontario on Facebook |
| YMCA of Eastern Ontario Youtube | Youtube videos from the YMCA of Eastern Ontario |
| YMCA360 | Workout videos for all ages and various intensities on-demand |
| YWell | Wellness videos for spirit, mind, and body |
| YPlay | Videos of physical activities, arts, crafts, play, and more for children and families |
| YGym | Home workout videos for children of all ages and abilities with certified instructors |
| YThrive Home | Additional home-based workout videos |
| Studio 330 | Pre-recorded and live yoga classes online |
| Participaction Resources | Various resources and blog posts with ideas and activities to keep everyone moving |
| Zoom Parent and Baby Yoga class | Online class offered by Kingston Community Health Centres. Contact Corey Armitage, Active Living Facilitator at 613.542.2949 x 1147 or coreya@kchc.ca, or visit their Facebook page. |
| Infinite Wellness | Pre-recorded and live fitness classes |
| EarlyON Zoom Family Activities | Online class offered by Boys and Girls Club. Email earlyon@bgckingston.ca or visit their Facebook page. |
| Have a Ball Together! | Resources to promote and encourage physical activity for children ages 0-6 |
| Goodlife Fitness | Home workout videos by Goodlife Fitness |
| Kingston School of Dance | Home dance class videos |
| Samatva Yoga | Yoga videos that can be followed at home |
| App and Link | Description |
|---|---|
| Jump Jump Froggy | Exercise and learning game that uses PE IQ (Physical education, Interaction Quantification) to actively learn. |
| Fitness RPG | Pedometer-based RPG game. As user exercises, game characters get stronger. |
| Wokamon | Pedometer-based virtual pet game. Each step taken by user helps to care for and collect more Wokamons. |
| Walkr | Pedometor-based space exploration game. Users explore and build their galaxy by walking. |
Outdoors
Trails, parks, fields, and more by area:
| Kingston | North Frontenac |
| South Frontenac | Lennox and Addington |
Local Programs & Events
| Activity/Organization | Description | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Kingston Sport & Social Club | Kingston Sport & Social Club provides organized co-ed sport leagues, tournaments, social events and classes for adults (19+) | Events starting at $10 |
There are many groups, organizations, and businesses in the KFL&A region that offer programs, classes, events, and rentals. We are not affiliated with or sponsored by any of the above organizations. Please note that rentals, programs, and other services may be seasonal. If you would like to include your business on this list or update information, please contact info@kingstongetsactive.ca.
For Older Adults
| Location | Description | Schedule & Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seniors Centre Fall 2020 Programs | Various | The Seniors Association is offering two sessions of programming this upcoming Fall. Fitness activities include aquatics, dance, exercise, and yoga. | See program for more details |
| Exercise with Arthritis | Online (Zoom) | Improve your strength and flexibility through exercises including light weights, therabands, and stretching. Easily adaptable to your physical abilities. Membership and program fee required. | Tuesdays 1:30-2:30pm September 8 to November 3. $38/session |
| GrOup-based physical Activity for oLder adults (GOAL) Trial | Online | Instructional physical activity videos for older adults | N/A |
Accessible
Free and accessible activities and initiatives for people of all abilities.
| Initiative/Organization and Link | Description |
|---|---|
| Get in Motion | Telephone-based Physical Activity Coaching for Canadian adults with a physical disability. Registration required. |
| So Healthy at Home | Virtual activities and challenges to stay active at home. |
| Adaptive Adventures | Free online virtual programming on Zoom including healthy happy hours, workout classes, and more. Registration required. |
| Together in Movement and Exercise (TIME) | A resource list containing videos for people with mobility challenges. |
| Ottawa Public Health | Strength and balance exercises with instructions, illustrations, and other tips. |
