Courtenay Rec Fall 2021 pages

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105 Cumberland Recreation

54 Courtenay Recreation

2 Comox Recreation

30 CVRD Sports & Aquatic

Centres 250-334-9622 Registration is ongoing

250-336-2231 Registration starts Monday August 16

250-339-2255 Registration starts Monday August 16

250-338-5371 Registration starts Monday August 16

Adapted Programs for Diverse Abilities......................76 CV Accessibility Committee.........................................111 Volunteer Opportunities..............................................111 Financial Assistance for Recreation............................120 Community Groups............................................113 - 120 Community Directory..................................................118

“We respectfully acknowledge that the land on which we recreate is the traditional unceded territory of the K’ómoks First Nation.”

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“This Recreation Guide represents the most complete and varied range of pro- grams at Courtenay Recreation since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Activities in Fall 2021 are expected to return to pre-pandemic levels, in line with Step 4 of BC’s Restart Plan planned for September. To prepare for this change, Courtenay Recreation reached out to the commu- nity in June to gauge the priorities and comfort levels of patrons for the progres- sive reopening of facilities, programs, and services. The results of this survey have directly shaped the activities in this guide, and I would like to thank the 750+ respondents who provided us with their feedback. I am so grateful to the staff and patrons at Courtenay Recreation who have con- tinually and rapidly adapted to changing public health guidelines over the past year and a half, as recreation programs and services are so vital to our physical and mental well-being. Recreation staff can’t wait to welcome everyone back to our facilities – to catch up with our regu- lar patrons and build relationships with new ones!”

Programs

General

Facilities Cozy Corner Preschool..............56 Squash.........................................86 Registration................................99 Wellness Centre.........................87 Culture Groups........................104 Courtenay Parks......................102 Lewis Centre Facility Rentals..100 Filberg Centre & Native Sons Hall Facility Rentals.........101

Early Years (Preschool) ............. 57 Children’s Programs................ 61 Youth Programs....................... 71 Adult Programs........................ 78 Active Living. ............................ 87 Wellness Centre....................... 87 Fitness....................................... 92 Evergreen Club. ....................... 97

Adapted Programs Adapted Programs for Adults with Disabilities.............76

Program Registration 250-338-5371 or 250-338-1000

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Lewis Centre The Lewis Centre offers a Wellness Centre, gymnasiums, meeting rooms, squash courts, and Cozy Corner Preschool. Office Hours Mon - Fri 7:15 am - 8:45 pm Saturday 8:30 am - 12:00 pm & 1:15 - 4:00 pm Sunday (until September 29) 8:30 am - 12:00 pm & 1:15 - 4:00 pm Sunday (effective October 3) 8:30 am - 12:00 pm & 1:15 - 8:00 pm For Facility Hours please call 250-338-5371 or see www.courtenay.ca/lewis

Office Hours: (for Florence Filberg Centre & Native Sons Hall facilities) The Florence Filberg Centre offers a wide range of room rentals: meeting rooms, conference facilities with kitchens and more. Florence Filberg Centre

For up to date hours please call 250-334-8138 or visit www.courtenay.ca/linc room. The LINC offers drop-in activities and youth programs. The LINC Youth Centre & Indoor Skatepark The LINC houses an indoor skate- board park, concession, games room, computer lab and meeting

Monday to Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

COURTENAY FACILITY INFO

Phone: 250-338-5371 Fax: 250-338-8600

Phone: 250-338-1000 Fax: 250-338-0303 Email: filberg@courtenay.ca 411 Anderton Avenue, Courtenay, BC V9N 6C6 www.courtenay.ca/filberg

Phone: 250-334-8138 Email: linc@courtenay.ca 300 Old Island Highway, Courtenay, BC V9N 3P2

www.courtenay.ca/lewis Email: lewis@courtenay.ca 489 Old Island Highway, Courtenay, BC V9N 3P5

www.courtenay.ca/linc

Facility Closures: Monday September 6 - Labour Day Thursday September 30 - National Day for Truth & Reconciliation Monday October 11 - Thanksgiving Thursday November 11 - Remembrance Day

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Cozy Corner Preschool Ages 3 - 5 years at the Lewis Centre

489 Old Island Highway, Courtenay 250-338-5371 courtenay.ca/cozycorner

Join our fully qualified and experienced Early Childhood Educators in a developmentally appropriate and fun environment of excellence. Our goal encourages not just learning, but the love of learning. We focus on the importance of social skills and interactions with our learning environment which is designed to meet the overall needs of preschoolers. Our flexible, and hands on approach will maximize the learning potential for playful exploration and new discoveries. Materials offered are fun, promote learning through play and challenge children to think creatively. Monday, Wednesday & Friday 9:00 - 11:30 am OR Tuesday & Thursday 9:00 - 11:30 am OR 1:00 - 3:30 pm Monthly Fees $140 - 2 days/week $200 - 3 days/week $50 - annual family registration fee ($25 will be applied to first month’s fee)

COURTENAY COZY CORNER

Spaces available. Register now!

Program runs September through June

“Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from seri - ous learning. But for children, play is serious learning” Fred Rogers

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Parent Participation

ADAPTED PARENT & TOT PLAYGROUP (3 - 5 years with adult) Come play and socialize in the gym with all types of equipment to get active. This playgroup is for families with children with disabil- ities and differing sensory needs. No class September 30 & No- vember 11. #8655 Thursdays September 9 - December 2 (6 years & under with an adult) This activity is for our little friends who are curious and ready to experiment and learn with art based materials with their caregiv- ers. Each week we will complete a different project together. Register for one week - or sign up for them all! #8345 Tuesdays September 14 - December 14 1:00 - 2:00 pm Lewis Craft Room B $3/class (6 years & under with an adult) Join us for free play in our gyms. Activities may include plasma cars, balls, music and movement games. Skip, hop and run to this hour of fun! Choose your dates, bring your frineds and get ready to play! No class September 30, October 11 & November 11. #8327 Mondays, Thursdays & Saturdays PARENT & TOT PLAYTIME 10:15 - 11:15 am Lewis Centre Gym $2/class PARENT TOT PAINT PARTY

PARENT & TOT SPORTS TIME (6 years & under with an adult) Drop in with your parent to burn off some energy. This program is mainly unstructured play time with a variety of fun equipment and toys. An instructor will facili- tate large group games. Register for one week-or sign up for them all! No class October 10. #8244 Sundays September 19 - November 21 10:00 - 11:00 am Lewis Centre Gym $2/class Play together as a family or with friends! Swing, bounce, play and have a good time on our gymnas- tics equipment, with our experi- enced and awesome gymnastics instructors leading the way! No class October 9 & 30. Instructor: Sheri Roffey & Carla #8431 Tuesdays September 14 - December 14 10:00 - 11:00 am #8432 Wednesdays September 15 - December 15 11:30 am - 12:30 pm #8541 Saturdays September 18 - December 18 9:30 - 10:30 am Lewis Centre Gym $5/child/drop-in FAMILY GYMNASTICS (1 - 99 years)

FAMILY ART NIGHT (all ages with an adult) Join us for a unique art project each week that’s adaptable to all-ages and skill levels. Get the whole gang together to explore different art materials and spend time creating memories in a fun recreation environment. No class September 30 & November 11. Thursdays September 16 - December 16 6:00 - 7:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $5/class HOLIDAY PARENT & TOT SPORTS TIME (6 years and under with an adult) Come join us with your little one to burn off some energy due to all the fun and excitement the holi- day season brings! This program is mainly unstructured play time with a variety of sport equipment and toys. An instructor will facili- tate large group games. #8572 Sundays November 28 - December 12 10:00 - 11:00 am Lewis Centre Gym $2/class

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All programs generously supported by the

September 13 - December 16 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Lewis Centre Gym $2/class

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COOKIE MONSTERS (3 - 5 years)

Let’s release your inner cookie monster and get baking! We’ll ex- plore a variety of cookie, bar, and square recipes and put a healthy spin on them. After your child has helped to measure and mix the tasty treats they’ll be able to eat

their creations. #8343 Tuesdays

September 14 - October 19 1:00 - 2:30 pm Lewis Craft Room A $90/6

TEENY WEENY HALLOWEENY (1 - 5 years with an adult)

Special Interest MINI CHEFS CHRISTMAS (3 - 5 years) Throw on your apron and get ready to mix, roll and pat your way to some tasty treats just in time for the Christmas season. Partici- pants will leave with a recipe book to keep the cooking and baking going through the holidays. #8344 Wednesdays November 17 - December 15

Ooooooo it’s time to get our spook on! Join us for creepy crafts, silly, spooky songs and plenty of ghost- ly games with your tot. #8328 Fridays

SANTA BABY (1 - 18 months with an adult) Celebrate your baby’s first holiday season by making some memo- rable keepsakes! Christmas cards made with little feet prints, hand print ornaments and more are sure ways to make lasting memo- ries for your friends and family. #8504 Thursdays December 2 - 16

October 15 - 29 1:00 - 2:30 pm Lewis Craft Room A $35/3

DANCE PARTY (3 - 5 years)

Get your groove on with this fun and upbeat class. Listen to your favorite tunes while learning some new moves, movement based games and more! Let’s get this DANCE party started! Mondays #8564 October 18 - November 8 #8565 November 15 - December 6 4:00 - 5:00 pm Native Sons Lower Lodge $29/4

10:30 am - 12:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $75/5

9:30 am - 11:00 am Lewis Craft Room A $35/3

DOODLE BUGS (4 - 6 years) Let’s get ready to doodle, draw and dive into our creative sides as we try out different art projects! This class is perfect for budding artists to come and explore dif- ferent drawing and art materials. Pencils, pens, pastels and paint - this class is perfection. No class

CHRISTMAS KINDERCRAFTS (3 - 5 years)

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Do you want to treat the people you love this Christmas with some special gifts made by you? Join us each week as we make special keepsakes, ornaments and Christ- mas cards to help you practice your ART of giving this holiday season. #8557 Mondays

Oh no, you had to cancel the class? Please register at least one week in advance to avoid disappointment.

September 30. #8556 Thursdays

September 16 - November 4 4:00 - 5:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $49/7

November 15 - December 13 1:00 - 2:00 pm Lewis Craft Room B $39/5

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LI’L KICKS SOCCER (3 - 5 years) Run, kick, pass, shoot, dribble and practice skill based games as we introduce you to basic soccer skills. Learn how fun it is to be part of a team as you develop your listening skills, physical co-or- dination, teamwork and fitness. Parent participation required. No class October 11. #8359 Mondays September 20 - November 15 9:15 - 10:00 am Lewis Centre Gym $56/8 CHILDMINDING Our excellent childminding ser- vice offers a safe, friendly and fun environment for your child while you attend our programs or use the Wellness Centre. No class September 30, October 11 & November 11. #8326 Monday - Saturday What does it mean to be physically active? There are two types of play that every child needs, one being development of fine motor skills and the other being PLAY. Play uses all of their big muscles, and moves the whole body around, which includes vigorous activi- ty. It is this kind of whole-body physical activity that strengthens the muscles and the heart, and develops balance, coordination and agility. This helps children develop life-long habits of being active, and will help children stay healthier throughout their lives. This type of play is called “being physically active.” September 7 - December 23 8:45 - 11:15 am Lewis Craft Room B $4/2 hour session punch cards also available

3-2-1 BLASTOFF (3 - 5 years) 3-2-1 Blast Off! Grab your space boots and get ready to have fun learning and playing as we ex- plore our galaxy’s stars, planets and gravity through experiments, games, crafts, stories and more. #8364 Tuesdays November 9 - December 14 regain strength, flexibility and bal - ance while connecting with other moms and sharing your experi- ence. Open to babies six weeks until crawling. Instructor: Akiko Shima #8217 Wednesdays September 8 - December 15 3:30 - 4:30 pm Lewis Activity Room $165/15 MOM & BABY YOGA This class provides an opportunity to bond with your baby as you

MUD PUDDLE MONDAYS (3 - 5 years) Grab your gumboots and muddy buddy and get ready for some autumn adventures! We’ll have some fresh-air fun burning off energy playing games, doing outdoor activities and adventuring at the playground. Dress for the weather. #8342 Mondays September 13 - October 4 Learn fundamental movement skills like throwing, catching, jumping, and kicking! Each week will focus on developing a new skill through play, in a fun and supportive environment! No class October 10. #8183 Sundays September 19 - November 14 11:30 am - 12:15 pm Lewis Centre Gym $56/8 ACTIVE ADVENTURES (5 - 8 years)

10:30 am - 12:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $75/6

11:00 am - 12:30 pm Lewis Craft Room A $50/4

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KINDERGYM WITH TRAMPOLINE (3 - 5 years)

Run, jump, land, climb, rotate and swing. Our knowledgeable, play - ful, friendly staff will connect you to a lifetime of learning and phys - ical activity. Complimentary skills include working with your parent as an instructor leads you through individual basic skill, moving safely around the gym, getting along with others, offering and accept - ing new ideas. Instructor: Sheri Roffey & Carla #8361 Wednesdays September 15 - December 15 1:30 - 2:30 pm Lewis Centre Gym $133/14 INTRO TO GYMNASTICS (3 - 5 years) Take those first little steps into organized gymnastics, guided by your fun and knowledgeable gymnastics staff! You’ll learn basic movements, play games, run, roll, climb and explore on all the equip - ment set up in our gym! This class could help your child realize their love for gymnastics and help focus some of their energy! Instructors: Sheri Roffey & Carla #8605 Tuesdays September 14 - December 14 11:15 am - 12:15 pm Lewis Center Gym $133/14

WOO KIM TAEKWONDO TIGERS (5 - 7 years) Taekwondo is a Korean martial art and an Olympic sport. Stu - dents learn Taekwondo with an emphasis on fun. Physical skills such as balance, co-ordination, and flexibility are coupled with building mental and social skills like confidence, co-operation, and focus. Sanctioned by the Woo Kim Taekwondo Assoc. and the BC Taekwondo Federation. All classes taught by 4th Dan kukki - won instructor Richard Dobbs. No class September 30, October 7 & November 11. #8182 Tuesdays & Thursdays September 9 - December 16 3:45 - 4:30 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $243/26

WOO KIM INTRO TO TAEKWONDO (5 - 9 years)

GYMNASTICS NINJA KIDS (3 - 5 years) If you’ve never done Taekwondo before, this class is for you. This class is designed to teach kids the basic foundational skills like kicking, blocking, punching, and life skills: courtesy, confidence and perseverance. Kids over 9 please join Junior class directly. We are a sanctioned member of the BC TKD Federation. Instructors permission required to progress to the Tigers/ Juniors class. No class September 24. Instructor: Richard Dobbs #8179 Fridays September 10 - November 5 4:00 - 4:30 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $69/8

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Get those heart rates up in this fun, creative class using the gymnastics equipment! The gymnastics staff will have your active child running, climbing, crawling, rolling and exploring new movements through a wide range of activities while making new friends! Instructor: Sheri Roffey #8363 Wednesdays September 15 - December 15

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10:15 - 11:15 am Lewis Centre Gym $133/14

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School’s Out HOLIDAY HOOPLA (6 - 12 years) Join us for the countdown to Christmas with festive fun, cre- ative crafts, active play and lots of fun! #8425 Friday December 24

NEW YEARS EVE FINALE (6 - 12 years) Let’s get the party started early! Join us for fun party games, snacks, crafts and more as we gear up to celebrate the end of 2021 and the start of a new year. #8447 Friday December 31 Get ready for an action packed day! Participate in wild games, wonderful crafts and messy activ- ities. You will have a ball and we’ll clean up the mess. Please wear clothes okay to get messy in! #8427 Friday October 22 #8428 Thursday November 18 8:30 am - 3:30 pm Lewis Salish Building $49 PRO D DAYS: EVERYTHING YOU EVER WANTED TO DO (5 - 12 years)

HOLIDAY CRAFTERS (6 - 10 years)

The fall is full of memorable holi- days so let’s get creative and make something special to symbolize or celebrate the day! Sign up for one, or join us for them all! Wednesdays #8559 Fall Equinox September 22 #8560 Thanksgiving October 6 #8561 Halloween October 27 #8562 Remembrance Day November 10 #8563 Winter Solstice/Christmas

9:00 am - 12:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $25

WINTER BREAK DAY CAMP (5 - 12 years)

Embrace the holiday season and play the day away! Active games, arts and crafts, and lots more will provide you with a sleigh full of fun. Please bring your lunch. No class December 27. #8426 Monday - Thursday December 20 - 30 9:00 - 4:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $40 It’s time to change up your winter break routine! Ride your skate- board or scooter and get tips and tricks from our skatepark staff as you cruise the street section and bowl. Or, challenge your friends to indoor and outdoor activities like dodge-ball, air hockey, games, experiments and more! We’ll make sure you have an action-packed week! #8398 Monday - Thursday SK8 SCOOT SNOW (7 - 12 years)

December 15 4:00 - 5:00 pm Lewis Salish Building $8/session

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9:00 am - 12:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $25

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December 20 - 23 9:00 am - 4:00 pm LINC Youth Centre $129/4

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AFTER SCHOOL AVENGERS (6 - 12 years)

Let’s start your week off with a bang! You don’t need a call from Nick Fury to join the S.H.I.E.L.D. Learn to shoot a bow like Hawk- Eye, dodge obstacles like Black Widow, build a hammer like Thor, make infinity slime, and smash stuff like The Hulk. We’ll keep you busy each week with games, crafts, special activities and maybe an out trip adventure or two! No class October 11. #8424 Mondays September 20 - December 13 3:30 - 5:30 pm Lewis Craft Room A $125/12 DANCE PARTY Get your groove on with this fun and upbeat class. Listen to your favorite tunes while learning some new moves, movement based games and more! Let’s get this DANCE party started! Mondays 4:00 - 5:00 pm 3 - 5 years #8564 October 18 - November 8 #8565 November 15 - December 6 5:00 - 6:00 pm 6 - 8 years #8566 October 18 - November 8 #8568 November 15 - December 6 Native Sons Lower Lodge $29/4 LEGO MANIA BIRTHDAY PARTY (5 years & over) Let’s celebrate! Create lego mas- terpieces, take part in building challenges and play original lego games. We offer one hour of instructor-led activities and then leave you to enjoy the party room for the rest of your festivities. No party October 9. Saturdays starting September 18

Life is better volunteering! We look forward to welcoming more volunteers back to programs this fall! Contact us for current opportunities at Courtenay Recreation. For more information call 250-338-5371

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Special Interest CANADIAN RED CROSS BABYSITTING (11 - 18 years)

HOME ALONE (10 - 12 years) The Canadian Safety Council’s Home Alone Program is designed to provide and prepare children with the skills and knowledge to be safe and responsible when home alone. Topics include establishing a routine, dealing with strangers, telephone safety, emergencies, basic first aid, inter - net safety and more. A student reference book and certificate of completion are included. #8448 Saturday September 25 #8449 Saturday October 16 #8450 Saturday November 27

Join us for this fun, informative course as we cover important information to help prepare you to be a babysitter! Topics include: managing challenging behaviors, leadership and professional conduct as a babysitter, first aid, managing risks and emergencies, child development, how to feed, diaper, dress and play with chil- dren and babies and starting your babysitting business. Instructor: Kathryn Vandervoort Saturday & Sunday #8451 September 18 & 19 #8452 October 23 & 24

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9:00 am - 12:00 pm Filberg Rotary Hall $30

10:00 am - 3:00 pm Filberg Rotary Hall $69

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11:00 am - 1:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $110

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MAD SCIENTISTS (6 - 11 years)

PIANO ADVENTURES (5 - 11 years) Music makes your brain work better! Here’s your chance to learn your favourite songs. Small group classes study the basics of music, then you can choose more! Books cost $40 at the first lesson. This class is suitable for beginners. A piano or keyboard is recommend- September 15 - December 1 #8415 3:30 - 4:30 pm 5 - 7 years #8416 5:00 - 6:00 pm 8 - 11 years Lewis Tsolum Building $144/12 KINDER COOKING (5 - 7 years) A pinch of this, a dash of that – we’ll teach you how to follow a recipe as we create tasty treats and healthy snacks. No class No- vember 11. #8569 Thursdays November 4 - December 2 4:00 - 5:30 pm Lewis Craft Room B $45/4 ed for practicing at home. Instructor: Debbie Ross Wednesdays

COOKING AROUND THE WORLD (7 - 11 years)

STEM KIDS (7 - 10 years) Bring your creativity and curiosity and get ready to explore. We will delve into all that is STEM (sci- ence, technology, engineering and math) through games, building challenges, cool experiments and more! Rockets, robots, reactions - this camp will be RAD! Wednesdays #8456 October 6 - 27 #8457 November 3 - 24 3:30 - 5:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $65/4 Get ready for hands-on experi- ments, crazy concoctions, and sci- ence explorations. What creations and reactions will we create? This class will be exploding with oppor- tunities to observe, hypothesize, predict and experiment. #8570 Thursdays September 30 - November 4 3:30 - 5:00 pm Lewis Salish Building $55/6 Leisure Buddies Is there a program that your child is interested in but requires additional help to better support them? Does your child have sup- port at school? If yes, our Leisure Buddy program may be able to provide support to your child/ youth. Please contact the Adaptive & Inclusive Program Supervisor to discuss how we can best support you in our programs. Thank you to the Comox Valley Com- munity Foundation and CVRD for their ongoing support that allows us to offer affordable programming options for inclusion in Courtenay Recreation programs.

COOKS & CRAFTS (5 - 9 years) Tantalize your taste buds and satisfy your imagination as you create savoury dishes and craft the day away. At the end of the session you will bring home a book of tasty recipes and creative craft creations. You will also mix in fun outdoor activities. #8568 Fridays October 22 - November 26 4:00 - 5:30 pm Lewis Craft Room A $65/6 Tour the world through food! Learn how to cook tasty dishes and treats from different parts of the world and participate in ac- tivities, games or crafts from that area. Time to add some stamps to your passport. Register early! #8571 Tuesdays September 14 - October 19 Lewis Craft Room B $75/6

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DIY CHRISTMAS GIFTS (6 - 9 years) Get into the festive spirit as you create extra special Christmas gifts for someone you care about. Try your hand at different projects like jewelry, painting, home decor and more. #8455 Tuesdays November 16 - December 14 6:00 - 7:30 pm Lewis Craft Room B $75/5 Join us for a unique art project each week that’s adaptable to all-ages and skill levels. Get the whole gang together to explore different art materials and spend time creating memories in a fun recreation environment. No class September 30 & November 11. Thursdays September 16 - December 16 6:00 - 7:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $5/class masterpieces, slippery slimes and crazy concoctions. Through differ - ent mediums and materials we’ll get your creative juices flowing and together will complete special activities each week. Wednesdays #8694 September 15 - October 13 Tuesdays #8695 November 2 - 30 4:00 - 5:30 pm Lewis Craft Room B $45/5 FAMILY ART NIGHT (all ages with an adult) OOEY GOOEY ART Get ready to delve into messy

Arts & Crafts CLAY SCULPTING (7 - 10 years) Explore clay through a variety of techniques and projects such as pinch pots, coil-throwing, and mask-making. Instructor: Jenja McIntyre Mondays 3:00 - 4:30 pm (7 - 10 years) #8438 September 13 - October 4 #8440 October 18 - November 8 #8442 November 15 - December 6 5:00 - 6:30 pm (10 - 13 years) #8439 September 13 - October 4 #8441 October 18 - November 8 #8443 November 15 - December 6 Lewis Craft Room B $149/4 MIXED MEDIA MEDIUMS (10 - 16 years) Get ready to explore your creative side. Each week you will learn about a different medium - acrylic and watercolour painting, collag- ing, charcoal, chalk, and more! Then practice your skills as you create cool projects. #8549 Tuesdays

DRAWING & PAINTING FUN (6 - 12 years)

These classes are a fun mix of drawing and painting techniques and materials. New projects all year long, so come create every season! We will create with wa- tercolours, tempera and acrylic paints, oil/chalk pastels, markers, pens, pencils and artstix. Some days we will mix it up and use drawing and painting materials for mixed media projects. Wear painting clothes. Instructor: Taralee Houston #8454 Tuesdays September 21 - November 9 6:00 - 7:30 pm Lewis Salish Building $149/8 Did you know that you can opt in for important email alerts for programs you are registered in? • location changes • cancelled classes • changes due to COVID-19 Sign up for email alerts through

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November 2 - December 14 5:30 - 7:00 pm The LINC Youth Centre $77/7

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SEWING LEVEL 1 SEWING BASICS (8 - 14 years) Sewing

SEWING LEVEL 2 IT’S FUN TO SEW (8 - 13 years)

SEWING LEVEL 3 ADVANCED (9 - 15 years)

Get to know the basics of how to use a sewing machine and learn some sewing terms that will help you create a simple sewing proj- ect. This class is for beginners and is a prerequisite for our other sew- ing classes. Instructor: Jean Morgan #8444 Tuesdays September 21 - October 5 3:30 - 5:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $50/3

Make and sew your very own starter pillow case, then move onto pull on cotton pants. You will need your own scissors that cut fabric, straight pins and tape mea- sure. You will also need to pur- chase your own fabric and thread (approx. $15 - $20). Must have previously taken Sewing Basics. Instructor: Jean Morgan #8445 Tuesdays October 12 - November 2 3:30 - 5:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $60/4

Progress to a slightly more com- plicated garment, You will need to purchase your own thread and fabric (approx. $15 - $20). You will also need your own fabric scissors, straight pins and tape measure. Instructor: Jean Morgan #8446 Tuesdays November 9 - 30 3:30 - 5:30 pm Lewis Craft Room A $80/4

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WOO KIM TAEKWONDO JUNIORS BLUE STRIPE TO BLACK (8 years & over) Taekwondo is a Korean Martial art and an Olympic sport. Known for it’s dynamic, powerful kicks Taekwondo is a rewarding outlet for everyone and offers kids both mental and physical development. Students gain physical ability in strength, endurance, coordination, flexibility and balance skills all while learning core human values of courtesy, integrity, persever- ance, self-control and confidence. Sanctioned by the BC and Canadi- an Taekwondo federations. Taught by 4th Dan Black Belt Richard Dobbs. No class September 30, October 7 & November 11. #8181 Tuesdays & Thursdays focus. Sanctioned by the Woo Kim Taekwondo Assoc. and the BC Taekwondo Federation. All classes taught by 4th Dan kukki- won instructor Richard Dobbs. No class September 30, October 7 & November 11. #8182 Tuesdays & Thursdays September 9 - December 16 3:45 - 4:30 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $243/26 WOO KIM TAEKWONDO TIGERS (5 - 7 years) Taekwondo is a Korean martial art and an Olympic sport. Stu- dents learn Taekwondo with an emphasis on fun. Physical skills such as balance, co-ordination, and flexibility are coupled with building mental and social skills like confidence, co-operation, and

WOO KIM TAEKWONDO JUNIORS GREEN & LOWER (7 years & over) Taekwondo is a Korean Martial art and an Olympic sport. Known for it’s dynamic, powerful kicks, Taekwondo is a rewarding outlet for everyone and offers kids both mental and physical development. Students gain physical ability in strength, endurance, coordination, flexibility and balance skills all while learning core human values of courtesy, integrity, persever- ance, self-control and confidence. Sanctioned by the BC and Canadi- an Taekwondo federations. Taught by 4th Dan Black Belt Richard Dobbs. No class September 30, October 7 & November 11. #8180 Tuesdays & Thursdays

WOO KIM INTRO TO TAEKWONDO (5 - 9 years) If you’ve never done Taekwondo before, this class is for you. This class is designed to teach kids the basic foundational skills like kicking, blocking, punching, and life skills: courtesy, confidence and perseverance. Kids over 9 please join Junior class directly. We are a sanctioned member of the BC TKD Federation. Instructors permission required to progress to the Tigers/ Juniors class. No class September 24. Instructor: Richard Dobbs #8179 Fridays September 10 - November 5 4:00 - 4:30 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $69/8

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September 9 - December 16 4:40 - 5:30 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $270/26

BEGINNER JIU JITSU FUNDAMENTALS (13 years & over)

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is primarily a grappling martial art that focuses on ground control. This BJJ class is structured and run for new students and beginners. Basic concepts of positions, escapes and submissions will be covered. No class September 30, October 7 & November 11.

September 9 - December 16 5:40 - 6:30 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $270/26

Instructor: Richard Dobbs #8294 Tuesdays & Thursdays

September 9 - December 16 7:50 - 9:00 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $297/26

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GIRLS GET ACTIVE (9 - 12 years)

FUNDAMENTALS (5 - 10 years)

CHILDREN’S BEGINNER ARCHERY (9 - 12 years) Learn the basics of using a bow and arrow. Challenge yourself as you develop co-ordination, strength, a sharp eye, listening skills and more. You’ll gain an understanding of this fun sport which has a long history. No class October 9. #8423 Saturdays September 25 - November 20 Come join our super sporty, fun instructor and your friends as we burn off some energy at this specialized gym class! You’ll try out all kinds of different indoor and outdoor sports like Soccer, Badminton and Basketball, as well as other individual activities and games! No class September 30 & November 11. #8245 Thursdays September 23 - November 18 1:00 - 2:00 pm Lewis MP Hall $84/8 SPORTS STARS (8 - 11 years)

Girls, drop in and get active! Join us for this fun, supportive and sporty drop in class, as we try out new sports, play games, explore new movements and make new friends. If you are not too sure about playing team sports or even know what you are interested in trying, this is the class for you! Each week we will focus on indi- vidual based sports and activities related to physical health and wellness. No class October 11. #8185 Mondays

Join this starter program designed for children with intellectual dis- abilities. Children will be intro- duced to sports and skills to help them transition into community or traditional Special Olympic pro- grams. Saturdays #8390 October 2 - December 4 10:15 - 11:15 am Lewis MP Hall $25/10

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September 27 - November 22 3:30 - 4:30 pm Lewis MP Hall $2/class

SPORTS SIZZLER BIRTHDAY PARTY (3 years and over)

This party will leave you feeling breathless and is a great option for active kids! You’ll have lots of fun in this special edition of birthday celebrations. We offer one hour of instructor-led sports and/or free play with plasma-car races and more. One hour afterwards, our party-room is available for your own treats and trimmings. No party October 11 & 31. Sundays starting September 19 11:00 am - 1:00 pm $110

3:30 - 4:30 pm Lewis MP Hall $64/8

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SCHOOL’S OUT BASKETBALL SKILLS

& GAMES (9 - 12 years)

Get a chance to develop your bas- ketball skills and techniques with other kids from the community! You’ll learn basic ball handling, passing and shooting skills, plus get the chance to put those skills into play through scrimmages and games! #8540 Tuesdays September 22- November 10

3:45 - 4:45 pm Lewis MP Hall $64/8

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AERIAL ARTS Aerial Arts has become such an important part of our lives and we’re so happy to offer classes again! This class is for aerialists with intermediate to advanced ex- perience. The focus will be on skill review, technique, artistic practice and rebuilding our strength and endurance. Each aerialist will have their own apparatus that will only be used once per day and a train- ing area to accommodate social distancing. Please refer to our website www.7storycircus.com to review our safety procedures and prepare for class. A 7 Story Circus Member Fee of $21/session is due to the instructor. No class Octo- ber 11, November 11 & 18. Youth Intermediate/Advanced (10 - 18 years) Mondays 4:00 - 5:30 pm #8542 October 4 - November 1 $140/4 #8543 November 8 - December 6 $175/5 Adult Intermediate/Advanced (16 years & over) Mondays 6:00 - 7:30 pm #8520 October 4 - November 1 $140/4 #8521 November 8 - December 6 $175/5 Youth Intermediate (10 - 18 years) Thursdays 4:00 - 5:30 pm #8544 October 7 - 28 #8545 November 4 - December 9 Youth Advanced (10 - 18 years) 6:00 - 7:30 pm #8546 October 7 - 28 #8547 November 4 - December 9 Lewis Centre Gym $140/4

7 Story Circus COMMUNITY CIRCUS 2 (12 years & over)

COURTENAY CHILDREN Community Circus 2 is back! We’ll ease into being back together with social-distanced ensemble work, small bubbles for partner work and focus on individual skill building. Activities include: aerial silks, hoop & rope, juggling, object manipulation, stilts, chair balance, handstands & conditioning, acrobatics, improv and performance games and more! A 7 Story Circus member fee of $12/session is due to the instructor. Wednesdays #8691 October 6 - November 3 #8692 November 10 - December 8 7:00 - 9:00 pm Lewis Centre Gym $200/5 Register ONLINE at

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FAMILY GYMNASTICS (1 - 99 years) Play together as a family or with friends, as you get to explore and have fun on the best indoor play- ground around! Swing, bounce, play and have a good time on our gymnastics equipment with our experienced and awesome gymnastics instructors leading the way! No class October 9 & 30. #8431 Tuesdays September 14 - December 14 10:00 - 11:00 am #8432 Wednesdays September 15 - December 15 11:30 am - 12:30 pm #8541 Saturdays September 18 - December 18 9:30 - 10:30 am Lewis Centre Gym $5/drop in/child

GYMNASTICS ASSESSMENTS (8 - 16 years)

TRAMPOLINE (8 years & over) Develop skills in a structured trampoline program and enhance your performance in other sports, school and social activities. Based on the B.C. Trampoline Acrosport Federation and CanGym pro- gram, you will progress through strength, body control, co-ordina- tion, timing, balance and self-con- fidence. Best of all, you will have a whole lot of fun! Instructor: Sheri Roffey, Carla, Sabrina Savage Wednesdays September 15 - December 15

Open to students with previous gymnastics experience attempting to get into advanced or pre-ad- vanced levels. No assessments October 9 & 30 . Saturdays September 18 - December 11

10:30 - 10:45 am Lewis Centre Gym Free-must register

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#8178 3:30 - 4:30 pm #8177 4:30 - 5:30 pm

Lewis Centre Gym $189/14

Why should your child PLAY in gymnastics? By PLAYing in a foundation sport, children learn skills that prepare them to participate in almost every other sport! These fundamental body management skills are taught through the movement patterns such as; landings, locomotion’s, swings, springs and rotations. As children continue to learn these FUNdamentals, they develop a full range of physical abilities (endurance, strength, power & flexibility) and motor abilities (agility, balance, coordination and speed).

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Gymnastics

Both boys and girls will enjoy the sport of Gymnastics, for fun and fitness. Knowledgeable, playful, skilled and friendly, our qualified instructors will connect you to a lifetime love of learning and physical activity. Each class includes a thor - ough warm-up, time spent on individual gymnastics skills, technique and knowledge, followed by a concluding activity according to gymnastics level. Our gymnastics programs follow CanGym curriculum from which report cards are created. New students are evaluated for their starting level during the first two weeks. Please return previous report cards. Must be in kindergarten. No class October 9 & 30. Instructors: Sheri Roffey, Carla, Breanne, Sabrina Savage, Hope Isenor and Rikki.

Tuesdays $203/14 Saturdays $174/12 Lewis Centre Gym

BOYS ADVANCED (8 years & over) This advanced class is for athletes who are experienced and strong in the base fundamental skills and are physically and mentally ready to advance. #8434 Tuesdays September 14 - December 14 6:00 - 7:30 pm #8435 Saturdays September 18 - December 18 1:15 - 2:45 pm knowledgeable coaches! We’ll work on basic skills, developing new skills, strength and explore a variety of apparatus. #8173 Tuesdays September 14 - December 14 4:30 - 5:45 pm #8170 Saturdays September 18 - December 18 12:00 - 1:15 pm GIRLS GYMNASTICS (8 years & over) This girl’s gymnastics class is a great way for girls to socialize and learn new skills from fun and

BOYS & GIRLS MIXED GYMNASTICS (5 - 7 years) Your experienced, fun and en- ergetic instructors will lead you through a thorough warm-up and then will help you to learn the fun- damentals of gymnastics, develop your individual skills, increase strength, flexibility and stamina. #8165 Tuesdays September 14 - December 14 3:30 - 4:30 pm #8433 Saturdays September 18 - December 18 10:45 - 11:45 am GIRLS ADVANCED (8 years & over) This advanced girls class is for athletes who are experienced and strong in the base fundamental skills and are physically and men- tally ready to advance. #8169 Tuesdays September 14 - December 14 6:00 -7:30 pm #8436 Saturdays September 18 - December 18 1:15 - 2:45 pm

BOYS GYMNASTICS (8 years & over)

Separate boy’s classes allow for dynamic energy to be channeled in creative ways. Learn the basics, then develop your skills, strength and stamina on a variety of appa- ratus. #8164 Tuesdays September 14 - December 14 4:30 - 5:45 pm #8166 Saturdays September 18 - December 18 12:00 - 1:15 pm Athletes progress into these pro- grams once base skills are strong and when you are physically and mentally ready to advance. We recommend 2 classes per week to develop and maintain your skill level. #8174 Tuesdays September 14 - December 14 6:00 - 7:30 pm #8175 Saturdays September 18 - December 18 1:15 - 2:45 pm GIRLS PRE ADVANCED (8 years & over)

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Pre advanced & advanced must have been previously assessed or received a golden ticket. Please return previous report cards.

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School’s Out

SK8 SCOOT SNOW (7 - 12 years)

CAKE & CELEBRATE (8 - 13 years)

TWEEN PRO-D (7 - 12 years)

It’s time to change up your winter break routine! Ride your skate- board or scooter and get tips and tricks from our skatepark staff as you cruise the street section and bowl. Challenge your friends to indoor and outdoor activities like dodge-ball, air hockey, games, experiments and more! We’ll make sure you have an action-packed week! #8398 Monday - Thursday GNARLY LITTLE VIRTUAL CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR (9 - 19 years) Since last year was such a hit, we decided to take our Craft Fair back online! Register your virtual table now and be a part of the fun! Start crafting, send us some photos and leave the marketing and promotion to us. Customers will submit their orders to you and you get to earn some extra cash during the holiday season show- casing your talents in painting, photography, jewelry, art-cards and more! For more information please email linc@courtenay.ca #8397 Every day November 23 - December 14 9:00 am - 5:00 pm $5 Register ONLINE at courtenay.ca/reconline For updates & schedule changes, go to www.courtenay.ca/rec December 20 - 23 9:00 am - 4:00 pm LINC Youth Centre $129/4

Let’s celebrate the New Year! Each day we will make a different kind of cake. We will then play games, do puzzles and complete challeng- es to bring in your new year with a bang! #8555 Monday - Thursday

Enjoy your day off of school at The LINC! We will keep you busy playing games, doing cool activi- ties, practicing your tricks in the skatepark and having fun in our games room! #8550 Friday October 22 8:30 am - 4:00pm LINC Indoor Skatepark $35 Join Chef Sonja and learn some tasty recipes for the Christmas season. This class will be all hands on. We will make apple tarts, cashew short bread, and ginger- bread cookies. There will be a focus on whole food ingredients and great for someone with a sweet tooth! #8654 Saturday November 27 1:00 - 4:00 pm LINC Youth Centre $40 HOLIDAY BAKING (9 - 15 years)

December 27 - 30 9:00 am - 4:00 pm LINC Youth Centre $139/4

Oh no, you had to cancel the class? Please register at least one week in advance to avoid disappointment.

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YOUTH COUNCIL (9 - 17 years)

GHOUL SCHOOL (8 - 18 years)

HOMESCHOOLER REC (8 - 17 years) Are you homeschooling this year? Homeschooler Rec is back and offering you a special pre-regis - tered time slot to access The LINC Games Room and Indoor Skate- park. Wednesdays #8552 September 8 - 29 #8553 October 6 - 27 #8554 November 3 - 24 1:00 - 3:00 pm The LINC Youth Centre $8/4 FOODSAFE LEVEL 1 (13 years & over) Train to become an employable food handler in the service indus- try. Learn about safe food han- dling methods and food prepara- tion techniques. Certificates are awarded upon successful comple- tion of the program. A must for resumes! #8551 Saturday October 2

Develop leadership and teamwork skills through games, goal setting and skill building activities. Bring your friends, plan drop-in activi- ties, help with special events and build your resume as you give back to your community. Informa- tion meeting Thursday, October 7. No class November 11. #8387 Thursdays October 7 - December 16 4:00 - 5:00 pm LINC Multipurpose Room FREE Thinking about looking for a job? Have questions? We can answer them! Drop in and ask us about resumes, cover letters, interview questions, what to wear, and much more! No class November 11. Thursdays October 7 - December 16 5:15 - 6:15 pm LINC Multipurpose room FREE JOB SKILLS (13 - 18 years)

We missed this event last year and we know you did too - But good news: We’re back! Learn to design, act, or do both as you help cre- ate one of the scariest and most popular haunted houses in the Comox Valley! Bring your creative ideas and join us this fall for some spooky fun! #8386 Wednesdays September 8 - October 20 4:00 - 5:30 pm The LINC Meeting Room FREE MIXED MEDIA MEDIUMS (10 - 16 years) Get ready to explore your creative side. Each week you will learn about a different medium - acrylic and watercolour painting, collag- ing, charcoal, chalk, and more! Then practice your skills as you create cool projects. #8549 Tuesdays

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November 2 - December 14 5:30 - 7:00 pm The LINC Youth Centre $77/7

9:00 am - 4:00 pm LINC Youth Centre $98

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Skatepark

JR SK8 STARS (5 - 7 years)

SKATEBOARD FUNDAMENTALS (6 - 12 years)

SCOOTER SUNDAYS (6 - 12 years) Start your Sunday off with a scoot around the indoor skatepark! Have fun developing in this sport as you learn tips from your in- structors as you maneuver around the street section and bowl. This class is geared to beginner-novice riders wanting to learn new tricks, or try out a new sport. No class October 10. Sundays #8382 September 12 - October 24 #8383 November 7 - December 12 9:45 - 10:45 am LINC Youth Centre $69/6 Dust off your skateboard and come out for adult night at the indoor park! Helmets required & available. No drop-in October 11 . Mondays September 13 - December 20 ADULT SK8 (16 years & over)

Have you ever wanted to try out skateboarding? This introductory class will get your wheels spinning! You’ll learn the basics of balance and pushing and have fun explor- ing the street and bowl sections of the indoor park. Skateboards and safety equipment included. No class October 11 . Mondays #8375 September 13 - October 25 #8376 November 8 - December 13 4:00 - 4:45 pm LINC Youth Centre $59/6 While the boys are away, the girls will SKATE! Build confidence and have fun learning the basics of skateboarding. Learn to cruise, test the ramps and try a trick or two. Grab your girlfriends and get ready to own the skatepark. Why should the boys have all the fun. Skateboards and safety equip- ment included. No class October 11 . Mondays #8377 September 13 - October 25 #8380 November 8 - December 13 6:15 - 7:00 pm LINC Youth Centre $59/6 SK8 LIKE A GIRL (6 - 12 years) Want to refine your scooter or skateboard skills, or get an edge up on your friends? Take a private lesson and our instructors can give you tips & tricks to keep you progressing. Wednesdays September 8 - December 15 PRIVATE LESSONS (6 - 13 years)

Build confidence learning the sport of skateboarding. We’ll re- view the basics to get you cruising and then try out a trick or two! This class is geared to beginner - novice skaters. No class October 11. Mondays #8371 September 13 - October 25 #8374 November 8 - December 13 5:00 - 6:00 pm LINC Youth Centre $69/6 SUNDAY SK8 JAM (6 - 10 years) Jump on your board and go for a rip around the skatepark Sunday mornings! Our instructor will help you refine your skills and guide you through tricks to keep you progressing. This class is geared towards beginners. No class Octo- ber 10 . Sundays #8384 September 12 - October 24 #8385 November 7 - December 12 11:00 am - 12:00 pm LINC Youth Centre $69/6

7:00 - 9:00 pm LINC Skatepark $4/Drop-in

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4:30 - 5:15 pm 5:30 - 6:15 pm $22/lesson

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