Adult and Senior Programming

Walking is a great way to stay active and socialize with others! Residents can enjoy our indoor walking space free of charge from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Monday to Friday.

Indoor walking shoes are required for participation; outdoor footwear must be removed before entering the gymnasium.

Please note there is no programming on the following days:

• September 25, 2026
• October 1, 2026
• December 11, 17, 18, and 21, 2026
• December 28, 2026 to January 1, 2027 (Program resumes January 4, 2027)
• March 4, 5, and 12, 2027
• March 29 to April 2, 2027
• April 22, 2027
• May 31, 2027

Schedule: Monday to Friday 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Program Duration: September 9, 2026 to June 25, 2027
Location: Paradise Double Ice Complex (Hedley Blundon Gymnasium)
Admission: Free drop-in

The Gentle Reset is a new 10-week community cohort designed to support the physical, mental, emotional and social recovery of new caregivers during the critical “fourth trimester” and beyond. This program is a fun approach to wellness with participation and resources from certified specialists, including a postpartum doula, board-certified music therapist, postnatal yoga instructor, and recreation practitioners, as well as community activities for staying active with your little one! This program is ideal for most newborns up until walking age.

Wellness areas that are included within this cohort are as follows: 

• Welcome/Play-Based Introduction 
• Regulation & Connection 
• Community Fitness Offering 
• Postnatal Yoga Session 
• Movement & Sensory Songs 
• Mindfulness for Parents: Finding Calm In The Chaos 
• Stroller Walk at Neil's Pond 
• Preparing for the Transition: Returning to Work After Maternity Leave 
• Picnic in the Park/Healthy Eating and Feeding
• Self-Care Activity & Celebration 

Specific activities/weeks are subject to change

Schedule: Wednesday at 9:30 a.m.
Program Duration: August 26 - October 28
Location: Paradise Double Ice Complex (Youth Centre)
Admission: $10 per session (includes baby and caregiver)
Registration: Registration opens on Thursday, August 13 at 12:00 p.m. To secure your spot, visit the Town's Recreation Portal.

Cornhole, the beloved game of North America! Two teammates take turns pitching bean bags at a target board, aiming for the perfect bullseye to score points and triumphantly hit 21 first. And the best part? The teams shuffle every round, so you never know who will be your next cornhole buddy. So, grab a bean bag, get your game on, and experience some light-hearted fun and socializing!

Schedule:

• Friday 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Program Duration: October 9 - December 11
Location: Paradise Double Ice Complex (Resource Room A)
Admission: $25 per person / per session
Registration: Registration opens on September 22 at 1:00 p.m. for Paradise Residents and on September 24 at 1:00 p.m. for non-residents. To secure your spot, visit the Town's Recreation Portal.

Get ready to slide into some fun with shuffleboard! The game involves using a cue to push a weighted disc across the board and rack up points in designated zones. Shuffleboard is a perfect partner game and each round, teams are picked at random. Plus, it's a low-impact, social activity that's sure to put a smile on your face!

Schedule:

• Monday 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 
• Tuesday 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.  
• Wednesday 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 

There will be no program on Monday, October 12, due to the Thanksgiving Day Holiday.

There will be no program on November 11 due to the Remembrance Day Holiday.

Program Duration: October 5 - December 16
Location: Paradise Double Ice Complex (Resource Room A)
Admission: $25 per person
Registration: Registration opens on September 22 at 1:00 p.m. for Paradise Residents and on September 24 at 1:00 p.m. for non-residents. To secure your spot, visit the Town's Recreation Portal.

Move over, baseball! There's a new MVP in town, and it's called Pickleball! This paddleball game has the best aspects of tennis, badminton, and table tennis and is the fastest growing sport in North America. It's a low-impact way to stay active and have a blast! You can team up with a buddy or play doubles with four players. So, grab your crew, and let's get pickling! With four courts available per time slot, we're thrilled to offer pickleball court rentals.

Schedule: Beginning on October 4

Sunday

• 4:00 p.m. - 4:50 p.m.
• 5:00 p.m. - 5:50 p.m.
• 6:00 p.m. - 6:50 p.m.

Location: Paradise Double Ice Complex (Hedley Blundon Gymnasium)
Admission: $12 per court
Registration: To book a court, visit the Town's Recreation Portal.

This is your chance to learn what the big dill is with pickleball. We are happy to team up with Pickleball NL once again to offer Pickleball Beginner Clinics here at the Paradise Double Ice Complex. New to the sport or have never tried it before? This is your chance to learn the basics and improve your skills during this clinic. All equipment will be provided; just bring your A-game!

Dates and Times:

• Sunday, September 13 from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
• Thursday, September 17 from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Location: Paradise Double Ice Complex (Hedley Blundon Gymnasium)
Admission: $20 per person
Registration: Registration opens on September 8 at 1:00 p.m. for Paradise Residents and on September 10 at 1:00 p.m. for non-residents. To secure your spot, visit the Town's Recreation Portal.

Pickleball is the North American sweetheart of sports, growing at lightning speed! It's a paddleball sensation that blends the best bits of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Gather your two or four pals and dive in for a low-impact, high-energy way to keep fit and have a blast!

Drop-in Availability (October 8 - December 10)
Thursday: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Admission: $6 per person. To be paid in person at the Reception Desk.

Pickleball is the North American sweetheart of sports, growing at lightning speed! It's a paddleball sensation that blends the best bits of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Gather your two or four pals and dive in for a low-impact, high-energy way to keep fit and have a blast.

Schedule:

Tuesday

• 8:45 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
• 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Thursday

• 8:45 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
• 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Program Duration: October 5 - December 11 (10 weeks)
Location: Paradise Double Ice Complex (Hedley Blundon Gymnasium)
Admission: $25 per person
Registration: Registration opens on September 22 at 1:00 p.m. for Paradise Residents and on September 24 at 1:00 p.m. for non-residents. To secure your spot, visit the Town's Recreation Portal.

Saddle up for an introduction to Country Line Dancing classes. Colleen Hann takes her style of Country Line Dance to Paradise and she wants you to join her! This 6-week series of classes will show you the ropes and have you kicking up your heels in no time. If you are interested in keeping a beat and tapping away to fun country line dances, you won't want to miss out! Beginner-friendly. No prior experience is required, and all routines are taught step-by-step. Suitable for all ages and all are welcome!

Schedule:

• Thursday 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Program Duration: October 15 to November 8, 2026
Location: Paradise Double Ice Complex (Warming Room)
Admission: $60 for the entire program (six weeks)
Registration: Registration opens on September 22, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. for Paradise residents and on September 24, at 9:00 a.m., for non-residents. To secure your spot, visit the Town's Recreation Portal.

Discover the traditional Newfoundland craft of rug hooking in this beginner-friendly five-week program. Through the simple process of pulling loops of fabric through a foundation, participants will learn the fundamentals of rug hooking while enjoying a relaxing, creative activity that supports overall personal wellness.

Guided by an experienced instructor from Hooked Creations NL, participants will learn the fundamentals of traditional Newfoundland rug hooking in a welcoming, hands-on environment. Participants will create their own traditional floor mat while exploring pattern design, colour selection, loop-pulling techniques, and finishing methods. No previous experience is required. Registration is required for $150 per person and opens on September 22 at 1:00 p.m. All supplies are included. 

Whether you are looking to learn a traditional Newfoundland craft, connect with others, or enjoy a creative and relaxing hobby, this program offers a welcoming introduction to the art of rug hooking.

Program Outline

• History of rug hooking in Newfoundland and Labrador
• Introduction to rug hooking tools and materials
• Designing and transferring a simple pattern onto foundation fabric
• Selecting and working with colour
• Basic rug hooking techniques and pulling loops
• Finishing and completing your project

Each participant will receive a rug hooking kit that includes:

• Beginner rug hooking frame
• Rug hook
• Foundation fabric
• Rug hooking materials
• Finishing materials

Date: November 4 - December 9
Time: Wednesday 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Location: Paradise Double Ice Complex (Warming Room)
Admission: $150 per person