Recreation and Fitness programs at the MFC!

Located on the Bedford Highway, the Mount Fitness Centre offers some of Halifax’s most fun and affordable fitness, wellness and recreation options including Aikido, Shotokai Karate, Dance, Pickleball and more!

Register online or in-person at the Mount Fitness Centre.

Create your account, Login and REGISTER here!

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– MSVU students, faculty and staff – please complete the all steps on the Become a Member page.
– Need assistance creating your account? Please refer to our FAQ section here.

 

Prior to registration, please review our refund policy.

Foam Rolling

RELAX with a Foam Roller workshop.
Foam rollers are wonderful! But do you actually know how to use it safely & effectively? This workshop covers the basics of foam roller use including safety, how to roll, the science behind it, and a bit of myth-busting. We will be using the rollers throughout, so please dress in comfortable clothes for movement. This is an educational workshop session, so please feel free to take notes.

Instructor: Terri Roberts

Option 1:
Reading Day: Tuesday, April 8, 2025
1:10 p.m.-1:55 p.m.
Location:  Mount Fitness Centre Studio

Fee: $8.77 + HST

MSVU student, staff & faculty fee:  FREE
*must have current MFC membership to be eligible for discount.

REGISTER online starting April 2


Option 2:
Saturday, May 24, 2025
12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.
Location:  Mount Fitness Centre Studio

Fee: $21.93 + HST

REGISTER online starting April 2

International Dance Day

What the world needs now, is DANCE! Bring joy and connection back into your life during this 75 minute class that teaches, inspires, and allows people of all ages and abilities to have fun!

Led by our three amazing dance instructors, Cynthia McGrath, Melissa Millar and Tina Rowe, this class will include:
• Three, 20 minute classes with short breaks in between.
• Dance styles ranging from: Latin, Hip Hop, Broadway, Jazz/Pop, Jive/Swing.
• PLUS, a chance to win a FREE drop-in to any of our DanceFit programs!

Tuesday, April 29, 2025
6:30 p.m.-7:45 p.m.
Location:  Mount Fitness Centre Studio

Fee: FREE

REGISTER online starting April 2

Mount Fitness Centre DanceFit program

DanceFit

DanceFit is 50-minutes of fun and fitness! And most of all, burning off stress with energetic music, and movements that are designed for everyone. From Disco, to Latin, to musical theatre and much more, your workout can turn into a trip around the world and this welcoming environment means that no-one is left behind!

Instructor: Melissa Millar

8 classes |  April 28-June 23, 2025
Mondays, 7:10 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
No class on May 19, 2025
Location:  Mount Fitness Centre Studio

Fee: $64.00 + HST

MSVU student, staff & faculty fee:  $41.60 + hst*
*must have current MFC membership to be eligible for discount.

REGISTER online starting April 2

 

DanceFit

Cynthia is back with a DanceFit program where fitness meets fun! A fusion of easy dance moves and aerobics routine designed for all bodies with energizing music. Dance, workout, sweat and smile – all in 50 minute class!

Instructor: Cynthia McGrath

Option 1:
10 classes | April 9-June 11, 2025
Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.-7:20 p.m.
Location:  Mount Fitness Centre Studio

Fee: $80.00 + HST

MSVU student, staff & faculty fee:  $52.00 + hst*
*must have current MFC membership to be eligible for discount.

REGISTER online starting April 2


Option 2:
8 classes | April 26-June 21, 2025
Saturdays, 11:10 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
No class on May 3, 2025.
Location:  Mount Fitness Centre Studio

Fee: $64.00 + HST

MSVU student, staff & faculty fee:  $41.60 + hst*
*must have current MFC membership to be eligible for discount.

REGISTER online starting April 2

 

Weight Training for Beginners

The incentive you need to start working out safely! Led by our experienced trainer, you’ll be guided through basic strength exercises with a variety of weight training equipment. Small groups means personalized attention to ensure you feel confident and comfortable both in a gym and doing your own workouts. With a focus on proper form and technique, you’ll learn how to perform fundamental movements safely, effectively and you will leave with a basic program you can follow.

4 classes 
May 15- June 5, 2025
Thursdays, 7:15 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Location:  Mount Fitness Centre Studio
Instructor: Bayan Younis

Fee: $46.00 + HST per session

MSVU student, staff & faculty fee:  $29.90 + hst*
*must have current MFC membership to be eligible for discount.

REGISTER online starting April 2

Group Fitness Classes

Looking for a flexible workout option that can be done multiple times per week?  Then our Group Fitness Classes might be just what you need!  Each week has a variety of class options to choose from, and they are all included in our All-Access Membership.

Check out the current schedule and see how you can get started today!

Prior to registration, please review our refund policy.

Mount Fitness Centre Aikido Club

Aikido Club

Aikido is a Japanese martial art and a form of practical non-violence. It is performed by blending with the motion of the attacker and redirecting the force of the attack, rather than opposing it head-on. Aikido requires very little physical strength. The techniques are completed with various throws or joint locks. Participate in any or all of the following classes. *For ages 18 years and older of all skill levels.

Club format with 3 class options per week!
Mondays and Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Fridays*, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
*Friday classes end in June for the summer.

No classes on the following dates in 2025:
February 17, April 18, 21, May 19, August 4, September 1.

Instructor: Graham Fraser
Location:  Evaristus 4C, Room 410

12 month term:
September 9, 2024-September 5, 2025
Fee: If you would like to join from January-August, we will pro-rate the fee to your start date.
– Full year fee: $430.00 + hst.
– MSVU Student, Faculty & Staff fee: $279.50 + hst.
*must have current MFC membership to be eligible for discount.

Spring term:
REGISTER online starting April 2
April 7-June 27, 2025
– Fee: $132.00 + hst
– MSVU Student, Faculty & Staff discounted fee: $85.80 + hst
*must have current MFC membership to be eligible for discount.

Summer term:
REGISTER online starting April 2
July 2-September 3, 2025
*No class on August 4 or September 1.
– Fee: $68.00 + hst
– MSVU Student, Faculty & Staff discounted fee: $44.20 + hst
*must have current MFC membership to be eligible for discount.

 

Mount Fitness Centre Shotokai Karate Club

Karate Club

For returning participants only.  New participants are welcome in September 2025.

*Kids Karate information is available here

In partnership with the Shotokai Karate Club, this well-established club has been providing karate programming at the Mount for over 30 years.

Shotokai Karate is a non-competitive martial art that empowers people to improve themselves through practicing Karate-do. The majority of our practice focuses on distance, timing and striving for personal development. *For ages 15 years and older of all skill levels.

Instructor: Shotokai Karate Club owner, Randy Veinotte.

Class times:
Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.-8:45 p.m.
Saturdays, 9:15 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
* This program moves to once per week from mid-June to August.

Instructor: Randy Veinotte
Location: Mount Fitness Centre – Gymnasium

Winter term:
January 4-March 8, 2025
– Fee: $132.50 + hst
– MSVU Student, Faculty & Staff fee: $86.13 + hst
*must have current MFC membership to be eligible for discount.

Spring & Summer term:
March 27-August 28, 2025
* New time and location during Gymnasium renovations:
– Thursday nights only from 7:45-9:00 p.m. in the fitness studio.
– Fee: $169.00 + hst
– MSVU Student, Faculty & Staff fee: $109.85 + hst
*must have current MFC membership to be eligible for discount.

To Register:
– You must be returning from the previous session.
– Emails were sent to all fall and winter participants on March 4, 2025. Register via the link in the email, or at the Mount Fitness Centre.

Pickleball 101

There are no current Pickleball programs.

Please check back in mid-August for our Fall 2025 session options.

Campus Rec activities for MSVU students

Are you a current Mount student looking for some fun things to do on campus?  We have something just for you!

Check out our Campus Rec activities, events and programs today.