SCA is excited to offer Free Fridays, a wide range of complimentary classes every Friday in the month of November to encourage community engagement, wellness and lifelong learning.
These classes include Goga Play for preschoolers, Jumping Jellies for kids, Girls That Math (grade 6-8), dance classes (adult and kids), yoga and fitness classes (adult) to try for FREE.
Free Fridays is open to SCA Members of all ages and skill levels. Registration is required due to space limitations. Click here for more information and to register. https://scacalgary.getcommunal.com/parent_programs/2389
It’s a great way to try something new, meet neighbors and make the most of your Fridays – for FREE!
Class information:
From our Roots – November 28 – 3:30pm
Free! November 28 at 3:30, for you and your child (age 7-11) to attend together.
From our Roots, We Rise: An invitation to connect to your emotions and with each other through movement.
When I was young, my emotions felt too big. I didn't know what to do with them so I pushed everything down, or released them in big explosions of energy. Perhaps you've also noticed that for yourself or for your child? During my time as an educator, I've learned healthy and relational ways that have helped me. I'd like to share these with you and your child in a free class. We will practice feeling, expressing and regulating emotions together through movement, breath, and play, and we will use music, games, and reflection to integrate these strategies. Led by Amanda, BEd, educator and learner.
Yin to Gentle Flow Yoga – November 7 – 1:30pm
The class will begin with some yin style longer held poses to awaken the body and invite flexibility. We will slowly build into a gentle flow (Hatha) style class to invigorate you for the day. To close the practice, we will rest in savasana allowing this new place of ease & balance to integrate into the body and mind. This class is suitable for all levels.
Jumping Jellies - Mommy & Me Creative Movement - November 14 – 10:00am
Ages 0-4 years
This is a fun and interactive class to get the little ones moving and grooving! Taking the littles on a fun adventure, exploring a variety of different props, up-beat music, yoga, storytelling, obstacle courses and more! Jumping Jellies classes always focus on the fundamental gross motor movements in early childhood. A wonderful bonding experience for both child and parent! There’s no participant restrictions. Jumping Jellies is an inclusive program that recognizes all abilities!
SitFit + Yoga – November 14 – 3:30pm
A seated class that combines gentle Pilates, Yoga, weight and resistance training for a full body workout. Ideal for anyone who needs the comfort and/or safety of seated exercise (standing is optional). All equipment is provided in this free class. Please let the instructor know of any restrictions or joint sensitivities. Modifications will be provided.
Therapeutic Yoga for Adults 🌿 November 21 – 3:30pm
Gentle movement, mindful breathing, and deep relaxation in a supportive space.
Led by a teacher with medical education, these classes help reduce stress, improve flexibility, and restore balance.
✨ No experience needed — just bring yourself.
BEYOND THE BARRE – Embodied Energy Fitness Class (signature series)
Embodied Energy - is a transformative, low-impact experience created for women of all ages and fitness levels. With the hoop as a stabilizer, you’ll move through barre-inspired sequences that ground the body, free blocked energy, and expand your sense of balance and strength. Breath work is woven throughout — teaching you to extend, to lengthen, to exhale and let go. More than a workout, this class is set to upbeat music and is a shared journey of women moving together, supporting one another, and leaving class standing taller, lighter, and filled with unstoppable energy.
Thursdays starting in November - 2pm
Trainer: Caryn Van, Founder of Beyond the Barre
For more information: Beyond the Barre
*Class is typically done bare feet – with Barre Socks (Stabilizing Hoop provided, barre socks will be available for purchase at the start of each class)
Just be ALIVE! November 21 – 1:30pm
Learn exercises/ techniques on how to get revitalized and rejuvenate yourself on all levels (physical, emotional, and mental)
Workshop goals and objectives:
Learn exercise techniques to calm your emotions anytime and clear/sharpen your mind.
These techniques will help with healing of stress, fatigue, depression, anti-ageing and enhance productivity in your daily life!
Just be FREE! – November 28 – 1:30pm
Learn easy breathing techniques to clear the past, empower the present and unblock the future.
Workshop goals and objectives:
Heal your past and free yourself from: stress, anxieties, grief, negative habits, traumas and pain and all life blockages.
Awaken the power of the heart to increase emotional intelligence. Learn to energize and program a positive future.
•Zumbini for ages 0-3 and their caregivers. - November 7 - 9:00am
Learn, bond and grow in this upbeat, happy, magical musical environment created by Zumba and Baby First.
The Zumbini format includes balance of movement, vocal, rhythmic and instrumental parts.
We use many rhythmical instruments and props engaging in a variety of activities, singing, dancing and more, creating lots of fun for both, children and their caregivers!
• Goga Play Kids Yoga Story Adventures for ages 3-5 - November 14 - 11:00am
The original stories, characters, yoga poses, songs, music, arts and crafts, rhythmical instruments and many props, create a well rounded developmental experience for children.
Every session is a different themed adventure!
One of many reviews:
“Goga Play program is an amazing program for children’s emotional development. My 3 year old son and I have attended a few sessions together.
The sessions were engaging and educational.
Each session was unique and incorporated a variety of activities. I would highly recommend attending their programs!”
-Maria
Kings Dance November 21
For the 10-11 AM timeslot:
Hip Hop Dance for Children aged 10 to 15 years old.
Come get groovy at this open-level Hip Hop class. Make friends, get funky, and most of all – have FUN! Miss Vanessa teaches with energy and enthusiasm, to all the popular Hip Hop songs. Come get down!
Kings Dance November 21
For the 11-12 PM timeslot:
Femme Jazz Dance for Adults
Explore dance through feminine movement to the sassy and sultry hits through the decades. Miss Vanessa wishes to impart confidence, body-positivity, and most importantly, having FUN through movement. Bringing a community of women together is simply another benefit of taking this inspiring dance class!