January is "In Motion Month" in Yorkton and it's the city's hope residents will take the opportunity to get out and get active.
Saskatchewan In Motion is a province-wide movement aimed at increasing physical activity for health, social, economic and environmental benefits," said local Community Development Manager Lisa Washington to council in a presentation Monday evening. "Simply put, it encourages people to move more!"
Promoting the benefits of physical activity is one thing, says Washington, but actually getting people active is another.
"And what better time to support and encourage people... than January when New Year's resolutions are discussed..."
Rather than just talk, the city is offering a number of free activities that all residents can take advantage of. They include:
free walking track at the Gloria Hayden from Jan. 2-31;
free walking at the Gallagher (Jan. 2-31);
a "Wallyball League" strating Jan. 6 at the Gloria Hayden;
squash and racquetball at the Gloria Hayden;
free public skating at the Kinsmen and Farrell Agencies arenas Sunday evenings;
swim specials at the Gallagher Centre;
Yoga at the Gallagher;
Toboggan Hills at Knights of Columbus Park, Rodney Ridge, Weinmaster and Heritage Heights Parks;
Outdoor rinks at Knights of Columbus, Silver Heights, Weinmaster and Heritage Parks;
Cross Country Skiiing.
Washington also reminds there is a sports bank for those needing skates, hockey and other sport equipment.
Learn more by visiting: www.yorkton.ca.
