Fitness

• All exercisers must wipe down equipment down with disinfectant spray provided after each use (handles, seats, backrest, consoles etc.). Please spray paper towel first, avoid spraying into the air or directly on equipment. Discard paper towel after each use.
• Do not use facility if you are feeling sick (fever, sore throat, cough, running nose, etc.)
• Clean, indoor footwear must be worn in all areas of the fitness facility.
• No sandals, other 'open footwear', sock feet or bare feet will be permitted.
• Shirts must be worn.
• No persons under the age of 16 are permitted in the Weight Room.
• Loitering is not permitted. Please be respectful of all facility users and move fluidly from one machine to the next.
• Phone calls and texting is not permitted in the Weight Room.
• For safety reasons, when wearing earbuds; please keep your music volume low enough that you can hear people speaking to you.
• There is a 30-minute maximum on all cardio equipment. Please be respectful of the class schedule posted as equipment may be reserved during these times.
• Spotters must be used on all heavy lifts with free weights.
• Weights should be placed, not dropped on the floor. Machines should be used in a controlled manner.
• Members are responsible for unloading machines and returning weights to the appropriate racks when they are finished with them.
• No food or beverage is permitted in the Weight Room (with the exception of water)
• No chalk in the Weight Room.
• The use of profanity or other disrespect for fellow members of facility or staff will not be tolerated.
• Access cards may not be shared and must be accessible to the user at all times while in the Weight Room. If asked, users must produce their access card for staff. Members that have forgotten their membership card may get a temporary access card at the Front Desk.

Failure to abide by any of these rules may result in loss of Membership with no refund.

• All exercisers must wipe down equipment down with disinfectant spray provided after each use (handles, seats, backrest, consoles etc.). Please spray paper towel first, avoid spraying into the air or directly on equipment. Discard paper towel after each use.
• Do not use facility if you are feeling sick (fever, sore throat, cough, running nose, etc.)
• Clean, indoor footwear must be worn in all areas of the fitness facility.
• No sandals, other 'open footwear', sock feet or bare feet will be permitted.
• Shirts must be worn.
• No persons under the age of 16 are permitted in the Workout Centre.
• Loitering is not permitted. Please be respectful of all facility users and move fluidly from one machine to the next.
• Phone calls and texting is not permitted in the Workout Centre.
• For safety reasons, when wearing earbuds; please keep your music volume low enough that you can hear people speaking to you.
• There is a 30-minute maximum on all cardio equipment. Please be respectful of the class schedule posted as equipment may be reserved during these times.
• Spotters must be used on all heavy lifts with free weights.
• Weights should be placed, not dropped on the floor. Machines should be used in a controlled manner.
• Members are responsible for unloading machines and returning weights to the appropriate racks when they are finished with them.
• No food or beverage is permitted in the Workout Centre (with the exception of water)
• No chalk in the Workout Centre.
• The use of profanity or other disrespect for fellow members of facility or staff will not be tolerated.
• Access cards may not be shared and must be accessible to the user at all times while in the Weight Room. If asked, users must produce their access card for staff. Members that have forgotten their membership card may get a temporary access card at the Front Desk.

Failure to abide by any of these rules may result in loss of Membership with no refund.

• Participants are required to pre-register for desired classes up to 14 days in advance.
• Registered participants may arrive 10 minutes prior to the start of class, no entries will be permitted once the class has started.
• The Lindsay Recreation Complex upper floor Fitness Change Rooms will be available for washroom, changing, locker and shower use.
• Participants will be required to place their belongings in the appropriate indicated areas.
• Lindsay Recreation Complex patrons will be required to remove outdoor footwear in the pool lobby area, put on indoor footwear and proceed to the Fitness Studio via the lower floor Weight Room.
• Forbert Memorial Pool and Workout Centre patrons will be required to remove their outdoor footwear in the front entrance area and change into their indoor shoes prior to entering the Workout Centre.
• No spectators will be permitted. All attendees must be registered and participate in the fitness class.
• When attending Fitness Programs and Weight Room members will need to have their Membership Cards with them in order to open Weight Room doors at the Lindsay Recreation Complex.

For questions regarding Fitness Class Rules and Safety Protocols call the Lindsay Recreation Complex at 705-324-9112 or the Forbert Memorial Pool and Workout Centre at 705-738-5858 or e-mail the Fitness Coordinator.

Below are some frequently asked questions regarding Fitness Programs and facilities.

Have a question that is not listed below? e-mail the Fitness Coordinator or call 705-324-9411 extension 1555.

How do I sign up for a Membership?

Memberships for both the Lindsay Recreation Complex and the Forbert Memorial Pool and Workout Centre are available for purchase over the phone by calling 705-324-9411 extension 1555 or extension 1560 or by calling the Forbert Memorial Pool and Workout Centre at 705-738-5858.

Memberships can also be purchased in person at the Front Desk of the Lindsay Recreation Complex. Please call ahead to confirm Front Desk hours of operation by calling 705-324-9112.

Payment will be required at time of registration.

Is a Membership required to use the Weight Room and Workout Centre?

Yes, an active Health or Corporate Membership is required to use the Weight Room at the Lindsay Recreation Complex and an Active Health/Fitness Membership is required to access the Workout Centre at the Forbert Memorial Pool and Workout Centre in Bobcaygeon.

Do I need to register in advance for a class or can I just drop in the day of the class?

All participants will be required to register up to 14 days in advance for their desired program. All participants must be registered ahead of time and cannot just show up to participate in a class.

Do I require a Membership to book and attend fitness classes?

An active Health or Corporate Membership will be required in order to book Drop In Fitness Classes.

A Membership is not required for Group Fitness program, unless otherwise stated. 

All Fitness programs require pre-registration to be completed online through our Online Program Registration website. 

Is Personal Training available?

Personal Training has resumed. For details contact the Fitness Coordinator directly by calling extension 705-324-9411 extension 1555.

Are the Squash Courts open? 

The Squash Courts at the Lindsay Recreation Complex are open. Courts are available for reservations for both members and non-members.

How to book:

• Members can book through our Online Program Registration website, in person at the Lindsay Recreation Complex or over the phone by calling 705-324-9112.
• Non members will be required to book in person at the Lindsay Recreation Complex or over the phone calling 705-324-9112. Payment will be required at time of booking.

Reservations are required and can be booked up to 14 days in advance.

How do I cancel a Drop In Fitness Class or a Public Swim?

If you are unable to attend a time slot that has been booked for a Drop In Fitness Class or for a Public Swim, please call either the Lindsay Recreation Complex at 705-324-9112 or the Forbert Memorial Pool and Workout Centre at 705-738-5858 to cancel so that the spot can be opened up for another participant.