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Fitness Centre

Updated September 21, 2021

Starting September 22, those entering certain indoor public settings will be required to be fully vaccinated*and provide proof of full vaccination status in accordance with Provincial legislation.

September 22 to October 31: All individuals 12+ will be required to provide proof of full vaccination* (with the exception of those age 12-17 who are participating in an organized sport) for entry into a Town facility or recreation program, including access to the Customer Service Kiosks at the Magna Centre and the Ray Twinney Recreation Complex.

November 1: All individuals 12+ will be required to provide proof of full vaccination* (regardless of their participation in an organized sport) for entry into a Town facility, including the Customer Service Kiosk, and participation in all recreation programs and events as approved at the Special Council Meeting on September 21.

For more details about the Town of Newmarket screening process and the information residents are required to present at facility and event screening desks, please refer to the Media Release here: COVID-19 Newmarket Updates

Have more questions? Please visit our FAQ page for further information: Affected Services and Frequently Asked Questions (newmarket.ca)

*Fully vaccinated means all individuals must have proof of two doses of a Health Canada Approved Vaccine or one dose of the Jansen (Johnson and Johnson) vaccine plus a two-week waiting period from their last dose.

For up-to-date information about closures, re-openings and the Town's response to the pandemic, please visit Newmarket.ca/covid19 and follow @TownofNewmarket on social media. For a full list of regulations, please view the Province of Ontario's media release.

For more information about recreation services and amenities, please contact Customer Service: email info@newmarket.ca or call 905-895-5193.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all in-person programs and events hosted by the Town of Newmarket will follow all guidelines released by the Ontario Ministry of Health and York Region Public Health. We are dedicated to providing a fun and safe environment for all staff and participants.

The Newmarket Fitness Centre is excited to be open and serving our community. The Fitness Centre has returned to its location upstairs and is outfitted in new Matrix equipment. We are currently offering pre-registered drop-in workout sessions, Group Fitness Classes and Aqua Fitness classes at the Magna Centre and Gorman Outdoor Pool. Check out our current drop-in schedules and visit play.newmarket.ca to register.

We are excited to announce that registered therapeutic and specialized programs along with personal training, teen and adult Fitness Centre orientations will return this fall season along with the opening of the Ray Twinney Recreation Complex. Make sure to check back regularly for additional offerings and updates over the season.

Registration for Residents opens Thursday, August 26, 2021 at 8 a.m.
Registration for Non-Residents opens Thursday, September 2, 2021 at 8 a.m.
For a list of registered fitness programs, please search under the Adult – Fitness and wellness category on play.newmarket.ca
Register at play.newmarket.ca

Details for Registration

Be sure to scroll through this page for further information on registration guidelines, refunds, no shows, aqua fitness, group fitness, FAQ's and more
For detailed program descriptions and to register visit play.newmarket.ca or click the "register here" tile below

Group Fitness Information

Group fitness classes will take place in the Fitness Studio located on the 3^rd floor of the Magna Centre.
Reserving your spot is required online at play.newmarket.ca
Fitness Centre Members are at a $0 fee as it is included in your membership, and non-members are $5.00 plus tax per class.
Participants are required to enter through the west entrance of The Magna Centre (lower level)
Ten (10) minutes before class time, the pre-screening check-in process will begin. Participants must fill out the online Covid-19 screening form and show staff the green checkmark.
Face masks are required within our facility. Masks are not required during exercise but must remain on until directed otherwise by the Fitness Instructor.
Classes must begin and end on time; no late check in's will be permitted at this time.
Once checked in, you will be permitted to go up to the Fitness Studio.
Classes have been modified where possible to ensure less movement and equipment.
Personal items will be kept at your designated station. All outdoor shoes and coats should remain outside the studio on the designated chairs.
All participants have designated spots that are more than 6 feet/ 2 meters from another participant.
Upon arrival at the Fitness Studio, participants will get their required fitness equipment and take it to their designated spot.
Participants must wipe down their equipment with the wipes provided before returning their equipment to the designated spot.
There will be no sharing of equipment at this time.
We recommend that you bring your own mat, straps and yoga blocks if required.
Once the class is over and equipment is cleaned and returned, participants must exit the Fitness Studio promptly
Change rooms and showers are not available at this time.
You must come ready to work out, including your pre-filled water bottle, as water fountains are not available at this time.

Group Fitness FAQ

How do I attend a Group Fitness class? Can I just show up?
All participants must pre-register and pay online at play.newmarket.ca. A reduced drop-in fee of $5 plus tax is available to non-fitness centre members.

Will change rooms and showers be available for my workout visit?
Change room and showers will not be available at this time. You must arrive dressed for your class. Please leave valuables at home and use the designated spot for items that you bring with you.

How will you ensure my safety during my group fitness class?
Capacities are reduced, and spaces must be reserved. A health screening is required before entering the facility. Physical distancing is mandatory, and regular cleaning and sanitization of high touch points and equipment will be performed regularly.

Do I have to wear a mask?
All users must wear a mask/face covering while in the facility, all common areas and the group fitness area. Masks are not required during exercise but are recommended to be with you at all times.

Is there a schedule with a list of instructors and class styles?
Yes, please view the group fitness class schedule here.

How do I cancel my class registration?
You can log back into your account and cancel your reservation one (1) day in advance. For day of cancellations please email fitness@newmarket.ca with cancel in the subject line. Please make sure to include your name and the class that you would like to cancel.

What you need to do when using our facilities

Physical distancing of 2 metres is required at all times.
All members and staff are to follow the provincial self-assessment guidelines outlined by public health officials
All patrons in the facility will need to conduct a health screening upon arrival at the facility.
Sanitize your hands frequently.
Masks are required when entering the facility, in common areas, lobbies, washrooms, and hallways.
All users of the Fitness Centre will be required to wear a mask/face covering except for when you are actively using any cardio equipment.
Your mask must stay on while travelling between pieces of equipment.
Identified entry and exit points as indicated by signage and markers must be followed
Members will be required to wipe down their equipment AFTER each use.

What we are doing to keep you safe

Facility

Prior to reopening, the entire facility has gone through a rigorous deep clean and disinfecting.
High traffic surface areas will be cleaned frequently as necessary to maintain a sanitary condition.
Hand sanitizing stations will be made available at the entrance and accessible throughout the facility.
All Fitness staff will be required to wear a mask with the exception of Fitness Instructors while actively instructing a class.
Signage to direct traffic flow and encourage the use of masks and physical distancing will be posted.

Fitness Centre

We have all brand-new MATRIX equipment available for your use.
Members will be required to wipe down their equipment after each use. To make this convenient, spray bottles have been replaced with new Certainty™ Disinfectant Wipes stations.
Some machines may be unavailable to ensure physical distancing can be maintained.
Fifteen (15) minutes of dedicated cleaning is conducted after each workout session.
Pre-registration is required to participate in a workout session. No walk-ins are available at this time.

Hours of Operation

Fitness Centre Hours of Operation - Effective July 19, 2021

Current Facility Layout and Photos

Why should you book your workout session in advance?

Guarantee your workout time: Booking in advance secures your spot.
Ease of entry: You will be greeted into the Facility no earlier than 15 minutes prior to when your workout is scheduled to begin. By booking in advance, we already have you in our system, so you simply need to complete a mandatory Public Health Screening by following the link or scan the QR Code on Magna Centre Entrance doors to access the Public Health Screening Tool. https://maps.newmarket.ca/covidscreening/

Booking Guidelines

To ensure everyone gets an opportunity to use our Fitness Amenities, here are some guidelines.

Registration in advance is required for all programming (Fitness Centre access, Group Fitness Classes, Lane swimming, etc.)
*NEW- No in person DROP IN's are permitted at this time, no exceptions
Members/Participants using fitness amenities are asked to only book one (1) session per day due to the limited availability at this time
At the end of a workout time slot, you must leave the Facility, regardless of when you entered.
Group Fitness participants will not be permitted to enter into the class after the scheduled start time
Fitness Sessions are non-refundable and non-transferable. Should the Town of Newmarket cancel classes and/or workout sessions beyond the control of our members/ users, a credit will be processed to your account to use for a future Fitness session and/or program/service offered by the Town.
If you cannot make your scheduled time one (1) day, in advance you can log back into your account and withdraw yourself from the scheduled session/class. A credit will be applied to your account.
For cancellations for Fitness Centre Sessions, Aqua Fitness, and Group Fitness: on the day of your session, please notify us by emailing fitness@newmarket.ca with CANCEL in the subject line or call 905-953-5300 ext. 2710. A credit will be applied to your account.
For cancellations for Lane Swim and Public Swim: on the day of your session, please notify us by emailing info@newmarket.ca with CANCEL in the subject line or call Customer Service at 905-953-5303. A credit will be applied to your account.
Cancellations received with less than 2-hour notice will be considered late and will be considered a no show.
Refunds will not be issued for "no shows".
Please refer to our No Show Policy for more details
Out of courtesy to all, please make every attempt to cancel with sufficient notice so others can fill your spot! We will manage waitlists to the best of our ability.

How to book your workout session

1. Log onto play.newmarket.ca

You will be required to use your Family PIN #and Personal Barcode # to book a time slot. All existing users/ members will have one already in our system.

I forget my password or log in.

If you do not know or remember your LOGIN information:
Select 'Login' (on the top right-hand corner of the screen)
Select 'Forgot Password?'
An email will be sent to you from 'helpdesk, quik-e-link (TBC-trying to adjust)' with your Family PIN # and Personal Barcode # for every member in your household.

I'm a new user

New users can create an account by clicking "Create New Account" in the upper right corner of the screen.
You will receive a confirmation of account activation within one (1) business day by email.

Click on the Programs tab under the search function
Under "Browse for Courses" click on 'Fitness Centre Drop Ins', find the desired workout session, click on the Add button to put it into your basket.
You may move back and forth between My Basket and the Activities screen using the tabs at the top of the page.
When you have finished, proceed to the Checkout to make a payment.
A receipt once your payment has been successfully completed will be emailed to you for your records

IMPORTANT: All online registrations must be paid in full using a valid credit card (VISA, Mastercard and American Express). Any outstanding balance on your account must also be paid at this time. Any credits on your account will automatically be applied to the total balance due. Please note that if you have a fitness membership, you will not be charged for the workout.

If you experience any trouble, please call the Customer Service Kiosk at 905-953-5303.

Waitlists, Withdrawals, Cancellations and No Show Policy

Waitlists:

Waitlists are managed regularly and are treated on a first come, first serve basis. Should a spot become available a Town staff will contact you to advise accordingly. If you do not wish to register or cannot be reached, you will be deleted from the waitlist and the next name will be contacted. You will not be contacted should there not be availability. Drop-ins are not permitted at this time.

Withdrawals and Cancellations:

If you cannot make your scheduled time one (1) day, in advance you can log back into your account and withdraw yourself from the scheduled session/class. A credit will be applied to your account.
For cancellations on the day of your session, please notify us by emailing info@newmarket.ca with CANCEL in the subject line or call 905-953-5303. A credit will be applied to your account.
Cancellations received with less than 2-hour notice will be considered late and will be considered a no show.

No Show Policy:

If you fail to attend your reservation and do not cancel within 2 hours of its start time; the policy will be as follows:

1st No Show - An email will be sent to your attention by one of our Fitness Staff Members to advise you of our cancellation process and no show policy.

2nd No Show - Your account will be frozen and reservations will be not permitted for one (1) week.

Fitness Centre FAQ

What are the Fitness Centre Hours of Operation?

Monday to Friday: 6 a.m. to 8:45 p.m.
Saturday to Sunday: 7:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.

When does registration start? What is the cut off?

Starting Sunday, July 18, all timeslots will be available for booking at 8 a.m. every Sunday for programs the following week at play.newmarket.ca
Example: To register for Wednesday, July 21, registration begins Sunday, July 18 at 8 a.m.
Members and non-members can book online to reserve a workout. You will be required to use your Family PIN # and Personal Barcode # to book a time slot. All existing users/members will have one already in our system.
Online registration is available at play.newmarket.ca

What payment methods are available?
We encourage participants to register online at this time. Credit card and debit payments are the only forms of payment available on site at this time.

How are you ensuring safety?

Provincial and Regional Public Health COVID-19 Guidelines are being followed.
Masks are required at all times within the Magna Centre except when actively using cardio equipment.
Hand sanitizing stations will be made available at the entrance and accessible throughout the facility.
All Fitness staff will be required to wear a mask.
Members will be required to wipe down their equipment after each use. To make this convenient, spray bottles have been replaced with new Certainty™ Disinfectant Wipes stations.
Signage to direct the flow of traffic and encourage physical distancing is posted.

Are washrooms available?

Yes, the washrooms south of the Fitness Centre will be open for member use. Locker rooms, change rooms, showers and clubhouses remain closed until further notice.

Are water fountains available to use?
It is recommended that you bring your own (filled) bottle. The water bottle filling station will be available.

Are lockers available? Is there storage for my items?

At present, no lockers, change rooms, showers are available.
Temporary storage stations are available for members to change into indoor shoes and store their belongings. Please leave valuables at home, as the Town is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

What should I bring to the Fitness Centre?

As locker rooms, change rooms, showers, etc. are currently unavailable, please come dressed ready for your workout. Please bring indoor shoes to change into before your workout.

Is there a limit on how many people can access the fitness centre at one time?

Yes, there is currently a capacity of 20 spots available per 75 minute time spot. In person drop in's are not permitted at this time, with no exceptions. Capacities will be reviewed regularly.

What if need to cancel my reservation last minute?

If you cannot make your scheduled time one (1) day in advance, you can log back into your account and withdraw yourself from the scheduled session/class. A credit will be applied to your account.
For cancellations for Fitness Centre Sessions, Aqua Fitness, and Group Fitness: on the day of your session, please notify us by emailing fitness@newmarket.ca with CANCEL in the subject line or call 905-953-5300 ext. 2710. A credit will be applied to your account.
For cancellations for Lane Swim and Public Swim: on the day of your session, please notify us by emailing info@newmarket.ca with CANCEL in the subject line or call Customer Service at 905-953-5303. A credit will be applied to your account.
Cancellations received with less than 2-hour notice will be considered late and will be considered a no-show.

Hold Requests

If you would prefer to keep your membership on hold for the time being, we certainly understand and will accommodate. Memberships can be held for a maximum of four (4) months. Please send your hold requests using our Hold Form to fitness@newmarket.ca We are waiving the usual $10 charge to hold memberships.

Fitness Program Drop-ins

Fitness Centre Members are at a $0 fee as it is included in your membership and drop in fee’s are $5.00 plus tax for Fitness Centre, Group and Aqua Fitness access. Please refer to our Swimming page for admission fees.

Cancellations

Should you wish to cancel your fitness membership, please complete our Cancellation form and email it to fitness@newmarket.ca. Cancellations require a period of 15 days notice from your pre-authorized scheduled payment date . We are waiving the usual $10 charge to cancel memberships.

New Members

Interested in becoming a member? Visit our membership page for complete details and features of the Newmarket Fitness Centre.
We always welcome new members! Please fill out an online form

Fitness Equipment

Newmarket Fitness is thrilled to announce that the Fitness Centre will be completely outfitted with new equipment from Matrix Fitness Canada.

Matrix Fitness Canada is the Canadian Division of Johnson Health Tech (JHT)

JHT/Matrix Fitness Canada is a division of Johnson Health Tech, the 2rd largest manufacturer of commercial fitness equipment in the world, including Matrix branded equipment.

Unique and Exclusive Programs on all Cardio Machines:

Sprint 8 is the best exercise for weight loss and it only takes 20 minutes, three days a week, and it is scientifically proven to work. The high-intensity portion of this exercise program amounts to just four minutes per workout. That's only 12 minutes of high-intensity workout per week. Sprint 8 naturally releases HGH, so you can lose body fat, build muscle and have more daily energy.

Virtual Active Matrix exclusive and unique Virtual Active workouts transport exercise enthusiasts to exotic locales all over the world. The beautiful forward motion, high-definition footage speeds up or slows down to match the user's pace, and resistance or incline varies to match the terrain. When it comes to the most immersive workout available, nothing can take your members on a journey like Virtual Active.

Amenities temporarily on pause

Pool Change Rooms: The Family change room will be open for changing for 10 minutes AFTER each scheduled swim/aqua fitness class only. Showers, hairdryers and other change room amenities will be unavailable until further notice, and each user must use one of the stalls to change. Change room access will be limited to accommodate physical distancing requirements.

Water Fountains: Participants should bring a pre-filled water bottle for their workout. Water fountains will be equipped with bottle fillers should participants require additional water, but participants are not permitted to drink directly from the water fountains.

Lockers: Lockers will not be available at this time. We highly recommend that you leave your valuables at home where possible. Designated areas will be provided to safely put down your items while you work out and disinfected after each use

Track: Currently under review

Public Skating: Closed until further notice

Personal Training

Check back soon for more information.

We welcome our community's feedback and input and would love to hear from you on what programs / activities you would like to see offered by the Town. Email us at recreation@newmarket.ca with your suggestions.

Stay up-to-date on the latest Town updates by following @TownofNewmarket on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram and visit Newmarket.ca/COVID19.

Questions? Should you have any questions, please contact Customer Service by phone at 905-953-5303 or e-mail at info@newmarket.ca. Customer Service is available Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

COVID-19 Update

During the COVID-19 pandemic, there may be program disruptions, changes and facility closures. For the most up to date information email recreation@newmarket.ca or visit newmarket.ca/covid19

Assumption of Risk

The Town of Newmarket in collaboration with York Region Public Health, continue to monitor the COVID-19 situation. Users of the Town of Newmarket facilities, buildings and/or amenities are reminded that the facilities, buildings and/or amenities are open for use at your own risk. An inherent risk of exposure to communicable diseases including COVID-19 exists in any public space where people are present. By visiting any Town of Newmarket facility, building and/or amenity you voluntarily assume all risks including any risk of injury, loss, damage, and possible exposure to a communicable disease including COVID-19. We remind you to follow the COVID-19 precautionary guidelines being recommended by various Canadian health authorities including the York Region Public Health Unit, Ontario Health and Public Health Agency of Canada.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

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For more information please email: fitness@newmarket.ca or call 905-953-5303

Stay up-to-date on the latest Town updates by following @TownofNewmarket on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram and visit Newmarket.ca/COVID19.

As always, if you have any general questions, please email us at info@newmarket.ca or call the Customer Service Kiosk at 905-953-5303 (Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.)