A Tradition of Calisthenics Shared Across Generations

In the heartwarming beginnings of Canadian Bay, two women, Ruth Robertson (née Bowen) and Kate Doyle (née Baxter), under the wise tutelage of Founding Principal Lyn Turner, embarked on a journey filled with grace and dedication to the art of calisthenics.

Little could they have imagined how their passion for this expressive art form would weave through their lives, blossoming into a tradition eagerly adopted by their daughters.

Fast forward 45 years, and the cherished tradition at Canadian Bay continues to thrive. Among the pillars of this enduring community are Ruth’s daughter, Maggie, who began her journey at the tender age of 3, and Kate’s daughter, Elsie, who has just embarked on her own adventure this year.

Walking alongside Ruth and Kate, they not only follow in their mothers' graceful footsteps but also share in their path, captured within the Canadian Bay community.

As Maggie and Elsie engage in this cherished tradition, they stand as vivid symbols of the ongoing spirit and close-knit fabric of the Canadian Bay community. Each performance is a celebration of their mothers' dedication, merging a deep respect for the path Ruth and Kate have traveled with their own individual journeys.

Reflecting on the journey that Ruth and Kate started, we're moved by the profound influence they've had on not just their daughters, but on the community as a whole. Their story is a poignant reminder that our most significant accomplishments are not just about our personal triumphs but about the relationships we nurture and the legacy we craft for those who follow.

Their narrative beautifully illustrates the timeless charm of calisthenics—its power to bring people together across generations, to inspire excellence, and to create bonds that last a lifetime.