Spring 2022 guide Courtenay Rec pages

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Swing Into Spring!

SWING INTO SPRING by selecting your spring break camps or other options on the pages indicated below. Comox Rec page 20 | CVRD page 50

| Courtenay Rec page 66 | Cumberland Rec page 113

Cumberland Recreation CVRD Sports & Aquatic Centres starting on page 32 starting on page 59 starting on page 112 Courtenay Recreation

Comox Recreation starting on page 2

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

Adapted Programs for Diverse Abilities......................81 Volunteer Opportunities..............................................118 Financial Assistance for Recreation............................128 Community Groups............................................120 - 128 Community Directory..................................................126

Cover photo by Sara Kempner

Parent Participation

MOM & BABY YOGA This class provides an opportunity to bond with your baby as you 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 Wednesdays

#9249 April 6 - May 11 #9789 May 18 - June 22 3:30 - 4:30 pm

Lewis Meeting Room $66/6 classes

PARENT & TOT SPORTS TIME

CHILDMINDING (1 month - 12 years)

PARENT & TOT PLAYTIME

(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. No class April 17 & May 22. #9430 Sundays FAMILY GYMNASTICS & GAMES (1 year & over with an adult) 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 with our experienced and awesome gymnas- tics instructors leading the way! No class April 16 & May 21. #9427 Tuesdays April 3 - June 19 10:00 - 11:00 am Lewis Centre Gym $3/class

Our excellent childminding service offers a safe, friendly and fun en - vironment for your child while you attend our programs or use the Wellness Centre. No class April 16, 18, May 21 & 23. #9483 Mondays, Wednesdays & Saturdays

PARENT & TOT PAINT PARTY (1 - 5 years with an adult) This activity is for our little friends who are curious and ready to ex- periment and learn with art based materials with their caregivers. Each week you complete a differ - ent project together. Register for one week - or sign up for them all! Please only register one person/ family in the program. Tuesdays April 12 - June 14 1:00 - 2:00 pm Lewis Craft Room B $4/drop-in (6 years & under with an adult) Join us for free play in our gyms. Activities available might include plasma cars, music and movement games. Skip, hop and run to this hour of fun! Choose your dates, bring your friends and get ready to play. No class April 16, 18, May 21 & 23. #9484 Mondays, Thursdays & Saturdays April 4 - June 27 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Lewis Centre Gym $3/class

8:45 - 11:15 am April 2 - June 29

Lewis Craft Room B $4/2 hour session Punch cards also available

PJ PLAYTIME (0 - 6 years with an adult)

Come dressed in your pj’s and ready for bed. We’ll play until we’re tired and then settle in for a book. This program offers un - structured play time with a variety of fun equipment and toys, we will bring out the parachute for more fun and then end the day with sto- ry time with the instructor. Parent participation is required. No class April 19. Tuesdays #9652 April 5 - May 3 #9653 May 10 - 31

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April 5 - June 21 10:00 - 11:00 am

#9428 Wednesdays

April 6 - June 22 11:30 am - 12:30 pm April 9 - June 25 9:30 - 10:30 am Lewis Centre Gym $5/child/drop-in

#9426 Saturdays

5:30 - 6:30 pm Lewis MP Hall $28/4

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Special Interest BUNNY EGG-CITEMENT (3 - 5 years) Hop over to this eggciting program full of spring theme arts & crafts. Together parents and children will engage in a variety of spring activities like egg decorating, egg hunts and more. It will be a basket full of fun! #9506 Saturdays April 2 - 16 10:00 - 11:15 am Lewis Craft Room A $49/3

APRIL SHOWERS BRING MAY FLOWERS (3 - 5 years) Let’s gear up to make our garden great! We’ll learn about different plants you can grow, decorate pots to start your garden and craft other items to make your garden unique. Projects may include bird feeders, wind chimes, garden gnomes and more. No class April 27. Tuesdays

MUD PUDDLE MONDAYS (3 - 5 years) Grab your gumboots and muddy buddy and get ready for some spring fun! We’ll have some fresh- air fun burning off energy playing games, doing outdoor activities and adventuring at the play- ground. Dress for the weather. No

class April 18 . #9504 Mondays

April 4 - May 2 9:15 - 10:15 am Lewis Salish Building $32/4

#9647 April 5 - 26 #9648 May 3 - 24

NATURE NUTS (3 - 5 years)

3:45 - 4:45 pm Lewis Craft Room A $32/4 Wednesdays

SCIENCE DETECTIVES (4 - 5 years) Let’s dive into the world around us as we figure out why things work the way they do. We’ll get you thinking as we explore with hands on play and cool experiments, concoctions and chemical reac- tions. Thursdays

Dig into the world around us as we explore nature! Bug hunts, scavenger hunts, nature rubbings and more will keep you buzzing. Indoor and outdoor activities will take place, so please dress for the weather. Thursdays

#9495 April 6 - May 4 #9496 May 11 - June 1 9:15 - 10:15 am

Lewis Craft Room A $32/4

#9505 April 14 - May 12 #9630 May 19 - June 16 1:00 - 2:00 pm

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

#9503 April 14 - May 12 #9629 May 19 - June 16 9:15 - 10:30 am

Lewis Craft Room A $40/5

Lewis Craft Room A $56/5

MINI CHEFS (3 - 5 years) Throw on your apron and get ready to mix, roll and pat your way to some tasty treats. Participants will leave with a recipe book to keep the cooking and baking going through the seasons. No class April 27. Wednesdays 11:00 am - 12:15 pm

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#9650 April 6 - May 4 #9651 May 11 - June 1

Lewis Craft Room A $42/4

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Sports LI’L KICKS SOCCER (2 - 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 encouraged. No class April 17, 18, May 23. Mondays (3 - 5 years) 9:15 - 10:00 am #9425 April 4 - May 9 #9631 May 16 - June 20 Mondays (2 - 3 years) 10:15 - 11:00 am #9632 April 4 - May 9 #9633 May 16 - June 20 Sundays (3 - 5 years) 9:00 - 9:45 am

MULTI-SPORT (2 - 5 years) Do you enjoy playing? Do you have lots of energy to burn? Do you want to meet new friends? Then come play with us! In this program the focus is FUN. You and your child will work on a variety of skills while learning new games and sports each week. Parent partici- pation as needed. No class April 16 & May 21. Thursdays (3 - 5 years) 9:15 - 10:00 am

T-BALL (4 - 6 years) Throw, catch, hit and run your way through this fun introductory t-ball program. This play based course will focus on team work, listening skills and having fun! If you have ever wanted to try this sport, now is your chance. This program will be both indoor and outdoor depending on weather. All equipment is supplied. Parent participation as needed. Sundays 11:30 am - 12:15 pm

#9638 April 14 - May 12 #9639 May 19 - June 16

#9636 April 24 - May 15 #9637 May 29 - June 19 Lewis Centre Gym $28/4

Thursdays (2 - 3 years) 10:15 - 11:00 am

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#9640 April 14 - May 12 #9641 May 19 - June 16 Lewis Centre Gym

Saturdays (3 - 6 years) 9:15 - 10:00 am

#9642 April 9 - May 14 #9643 May 28 - June 25

Look for this symbol throughout Courtenay Rec pages for programs that incorporate Physical Literacy.

#9634 April 10 - May 15 #9635 May 29 - June 26 Lewis Centre Gym $35/5

Saturdays (2 - 3 years) 10:15 - 11:00 am

#9644 April 9 - May 14 #9645 May 28 - June 25 Lewis MP Hall $35/5

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KINDERGYM WITH TRAMPOLINE (3 - 5 years)

GYMNASTICS NINJA KIDS (3 - 5 years)

INTRO TO GYMNASTICS (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, Breanne Hague, Carla Pendergast #9423 Tuesdays April 5 - June 21 11:15 am - 12:15 pm Lewis Centre Gym $144/12

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! Instructor: Sheri Roffey, Breanne Hague, Carla Pendergast #9424 Wednesdays April 6 - June 22 1:00 - 2:00 pm Lewis Centre Gym $144/12

Get those heart rates up in this fun, creative class using the gym - nastics equipment! The gymnas- tics 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, Breanne Hague, Carla Pendergast #9422 Wednesdays

April 6 - June 22 10:15 - 11:15 am Lewis Centre Gym $144/12

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! No class April 18 & May 23. Mondays #9497 April 4 - May 9 #9498 May 16 - June 20

10:00 - 10:45 am Native Sons Hall $35/5 INTRO TO BALLET (3 - 5 years)

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A fun and gentle introduction to the fundamentals of ballet. This class focuses on balance, coordi - nation, flexibility and rhythm while incorporating basic ballet posi- tions, steps and jumps. No class April 18 & May 23. Mondays 9:15 - 10:00 am #9499 April 4 - May 9 #9500 May 16 - June 20 Native Sons Hall 3:15 - 4:00 #9792 April 4 - May 9 #9793 May 16 - June 20 Lewis Centre Activity Room $35/5

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CANADIAN RED CROSS BABYSITTING (11 - 18 years) Join us for this fun, informative course as we cover important information to help prepare you to be a babysitter! Topics include: managing challenging behav - iors, 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 SPRING BREAK FAMILY GYMNASTICS (1 & over with and adult) 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 gym - nastics instructors leading the way! #9992 Monday - Friday March 21 - 25 SB #9591 May 28 & 29 #9592 June 11 & 12 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Filberg Rotary Hall $69/2

HOME ALONE (10 - 12 years) The Canadian Safety Council’s Home Alone program is designed to provide and prepare children with the necessary skills and knowl - edge to be safe and responsible when home alone. Topics include establishing a routine, dealing with strangers, telephone safety, emer - gencies, basic first aid, internet safety and more. A student refer - ence book and certificate of com -

COUGARS SPRING BREAK TRACK CAMP (9 - 12 years) Join us for some track & field fun this Spring Break! Learn to hurdle, throw a Javelin, reach new heights in High Jump, and much more. We cover most track & field events, al - ways with a focus on skills, fitness, & fun. Sessions are taught by for - mer Canadian team members and follow all COVID related protocols. Monday - Thursday SB

pletion are included. #9588 Saturday April 9 #9589 Saturday May 14 #9590 Saturday June 18

#9481 March 21 - 24 #9482 March 28 - 31

9:00 am - 12:00 pm Vanier Track $89/4

9:30 - 10:30 am Leis Centre Gym $5/child/drop-in

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

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SPRING BREAK GYMNASTICS CAMP (5 - 12 years) Whether you’re a beginner or a more accomplished gymnast, you’ll have a great time! Learn new skills, and develop your strength, flexibil - ity, balance, and more, as we work out on all apparatuses. Daily chal - lenges and progressions will be set to your individual levels. Instructor: Sheri Roffey & Carla Pendergast Monday - Friday March 21 - 25 #9972 11:00 am - 12:30 pm (5 - 7 years) #9178 1:30 - 3:00 pm (8 - 12 years) Lewis Centre Gym $75/5 SB Look for this symbol for Spring Break programs. Find more options on page 78. SB

SPRING BREAK DAY CAMP (5 - 12 years)

Do it all during these lively days of Spring Break. Games, sports, brain-teasers, arts & crafts, and more will keep you entertained all day long. #9039 Monday - Friday

March 21 - April 1 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $40/day

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Special Interest DIVA DELIGHTS (7 - 10 years)

STEAM KIDS (6 - 11 years)

INTRO TO BALLET (6 - 9 years)

Delight in your diva senses as we create and enjoy all things glam! We will build empowerment and celebrate individuality through games, crafts and more. Grab your friends and join the fun. Tuesdays

MOM & ME DAY (5 - 12 years) Get ready for a special day to celebrate your Mom! Participate in special projects, crafts and activ - ities that will have you creating, laughing and enjoying each other’s company. #9593 Saturday May 7 math) through games, building challenges, cool experiments and more! #9627 Tuesdays May 17 - June 21 3:30 - 5:00 pm Lewis Salish Building $65/6 Bring your creativity and curiosity and get ready to explore. We will delve into all that is STEM (science, technology, engineering, art and

DAD’S DAY OUT (5 - 12 years) Grab your dad, grandpa or other father figure, and let’s go on an adventure. We’ll celebrate with scavenger hunts, active games and cool projects to make this day a memorable one! #9594 Saturday June 18 A fun and gentle introduction to the fundamentals of ballet. This class focuses on balance, coor - dination, flexibility and rhythm while incorporating basic ballet positions, steps and jumps. No class April 18 & May 23. Mondays #9501 April 4 - May 9 #9502 May 16 - June 20 4:15 - 5:15 pm Lewis Activity Room $35/5 Register for an original birthday party package. We organize the games, provide supervision, and clean up! Choose from a variety of themes: dodgeball, skatepark, karaoke, all about girls, gaming, general and make & take (tie-dye or slime). Or combine themes to make a party all your own! Host parent must be present. Maximum 12 participants. Saturdays starting April 9 12:30 - 2:30 pm Sundays starting April 10 12:30 - 2:30 pm or 3:00 - 5:00 pm LINC Youth Centre $110 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Lewis Salish Building $10/child LINC BIRTHDAYS (8 - 18 years)

#9601 April 5 - May 10 #9626 May 17 - June 21 6:00 - 7:30 pm

Lewis Salish Building $65/6

MAD SCIENTISTS (6 - 11 years)

Get ready for hands-on experi - ments, crazy concoctions, and sci - ence explorations. What creations and reactions will we create? Tuesdays #9600 April 5 - May 10 3:30 - 5:00 pm Lewis Salish Building $65/6

10:00 am - 12:00 pm Lewis Salish Building $10/child

Birthday Parties

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LEGO BIRTHDAY BASH (5 - 14 years) Lets’ Celebrate! Create Lego masterpieces, take part in build - ing 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 the festivities. No parties April 16 or May 21. Saturdays starting April 9 12:00 - 2:00 pm Lewis Craft Room B $110

SPORTS SIZZLER (3 - 14 years)

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 sport and/or free play in the gymnasium for plasma care races and more! Afterwards, enjoy one-hour in our party room for your own treats and trimmings. No parties April 17 or May 22. Sundays starting April 10 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Lewis MP Hall $110

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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 -

ed for practicing at home. Instructor: Debbie Ross Wednesdays April 6 - June 22

#9409 3:30 - 4:30 pm 5 - 7 years #9410 5:00 - 6:00 pm 8 - 11 years Lewis Tsolum Building $144/12

Creative Pursuits

BAKING BUDDIES (5 - 8 years)

CLAY SCULPTING (7 - 13 years)

DRAWING & PAINTING: BACK TO BASICS (8 - 13 years) Practice basic drawing & painting techniques through a variety of different exercises with Disney Cartoonist, David Thrasher. Use bold & beautiful colors to draw imaginative one-of-a-kind projects with success! Learn quick and easy techniques to draw something new and different each week. No class May 21. Instructor: David Thrasher #9356 Saturdays

Measure, mix, and roll your way to becoming a baker! We’ll work together to create a variety of sweet and savoury recipes, play games while our treats are baking and then enjoy them when they’re ready! You knead to be here! #9599 Wednesdays

Explore clay through a variety of techniques and projects such as pinch pots, coil-throwing, and mask-making. No class April 18 or May 23 . Instructor: Jenja McIntyre Mondays 3:00 - 4:30 pm #9595 April 4 - May 2 (7 - 10 years) #9596 May 9 - June 6 (7 - 10 years) 3:00 - 4:30 pm #9597 April 4 - May 2 (10 - 13 years) #9598 May 9 - June 6 (10 - 13 years) 5:00 - 6:30 pm Lewis Craft Room B $149/4

April 6 - May 11 3:30 - 5:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $65/6 COOKING AROUND THE WORLD (7 - 11 years)

April 23 - June 25 10:00 - 11:00 am Lewis Craft Room A $67.50/9

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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 for this popular program! #9628 Wednesdays May 18 - June 22 3:30 - 5:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $65/6

NATURE EXPLORERS (5 - 7 years)

Get ready to explore! It’s time to take our curiosity outside and explore the natural world around us! We’ll spend most of our time outside exploring, playing games and making nature crafts! Be prepared to be outside and dress for the weather. No class April 18 & May 23. Mondays #9785 April 4 - May 9 #9786 May 16 - June 20 3:45 - 4:45 pm Lewis Salish Building $45/5 Register ONLINE at courtenay.ca/reconline For updates & schedule changes, go to www.courtenay.ca/rec

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• Optimal level of challenge

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PLAY Comox Valley’s Mission is to foster collaboration and action among communi- ty stakeholders to educate, inspire, and support building physical literacy for a healthy, active lifestyle for all.

Early Years Collaborative

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BEGINNER JIU JITSU FUNDAMENTALS (13 years & over)

Brazillian 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. Different elements of BJJ train - ing can be used for sport or self defense and is a fantastic method for building physical fitness and developing character. No class May 19 . #9416 Tuesdays & Thursdays April 7 - June 23 7:45 - 8:45 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $249/22 WOO KIM TAEKWONDO JUNIORS Students will further develop their Taekwondo skills, as well as gain physical ability in strength, endur - ance, coordination, flexibility and balance skills, all while learning core human values of courtesy, in - tegrity, perseverance, self-control and confidence. No class May 19. Tuesdays & Thursdays April 7 - June 23 #9419 Green & Lower

Martial Arts

Taekwondo is a Korean Martial Art and an Olympic Sport. Known for its dynamic, powerful kicks – Taekwondo is a rewarding outlet for everyone and offers kids both mental and physical development. All Taekwondo programs are sanctioned by the BC and Canadian Taekwondo federa - tions, and are taught by the 4th Dan Black Belt Richard Dobbs.

WOO KIM TAEKWONDO TIGERS (5 - 7 years) Students 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. No class May 19 . #9421 Tuesdays & Thursdays April 7 - June 23 3:45 - 4:30 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $219/22 WOO KIM TAEKWONDO ADULT (13 years & over)

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 May 20 . #9417 Fridays April 22 - June 17 4:00 - 4:30 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $79/8 Look for this symbol throughout Courtenay Rec pages for programs that incorporate Physical Literacy.

(7 years & over) 4:40 - 5:30 pm #9420 Blue Stripe to Black

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(8 years & over) 5:40 - 6:30 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $234/22

This fast-paced program is designed to give participants a full body workout all while building a new skill. Improve strength, endurance, coordination, flexibility, balance skills and self confidence. Taught by 4th Dan Black Belt Richard Dobbs. No class May 19 . #9418 Tuesdays & Thursdays April 7 - June 23 6:40 - 7:40 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $259/22

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Sports

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 April 16 & May 21. #9299 Saturdays April 9 - June 11

PRIVATE SKATEBOARDING LESSON (6 - 15 years)

SCHOOL’S OUT BASKETBALL SKILLS

& GAMES (8 - 12 years)

Want to refine your skateboarding or get an edge up on your friends? Are you brand new to the sport and don’t know where to start? Take a private lesson with our instructors and get tips and tricks to help keep you progressing. Rentals available. Wednesdays April 6 - June 15

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! No class April 19. Tuesdays

1:00 - 2:00 pm Lewis MP Hall $84/8

4:00 - 4:45 pm 5:00 - 5:45 pm 6:00 - 6:45 pm LINC Youth Centre $22

#9312 April 5 - May 10 #9625 May 17 - June 14

SPORTS STARS (8 - 11 years)

3:45 - 4:45 pm Lewis MP Hall $40/5

Burn off some energy, grow your skills and have some fun! We will be building our skills and knowl - edge through a variety of indoor and outdoor sports and games like soccer, badminton, basketball, tag and more. Thursdays

SPORTS SKILLS (5 - 8 years)

GIRLS GET ACTIVE (9 - 12 years)

Come join us throw, catch, jump and kick our way through a variety of games and sports. Using fun - damental movement skills we will focus on developing new skills in a fun and supportive environment. Thursdays

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. #9429 Fridays April 22 - June 24

#9788 April 14 - May 12 #9313 May 19 - June 16

5:00 - 6:00 pm Lewis MP Hall $40/5

#9292 April 14 - May 12 #9787 May 19 - June 16

3:45 - 4:45 pm Lewis MP Hall $40/5

JUNIOR NIGHT IN THE PARK (18 years & under) Great way to improve on course golf skills through the Operation 36 program. This program will allow players to get out on to the course with an emphasis on PLAYING.

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3:30 - 4:30 pm Lewis MP Hall $3/class

#9717 Monday May 2 #9718 Monday May 9 #9719 Monday May 16 #9720 Monday May 30 #9721 Monday June 6 #9722 Monday June 13 #9723 Monday June 20 #9717 Monday June 27 4:00 - 6:30 pm

RecreationAccess Apply for discounts that provide healthy lifestyle opportunities to residents of the City of Courtenay who live below Statistics Canada low income thresholds. Ask us how to apply!

The Park $10/class

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7 Story Circus

AERIAL ARTS: YOUTH BASICS (10 - 18 years)

AERIAL ARTS: YOUTH ADVANCED (10 - 18 years)

COMMUNITY CIRCUS 2 (12 years & over) Community Circus 2 are you ready to create a show? Get excited for socially-distanced ensemble work, small bubbles for partner work, and/or focus on individual skill building - participate at your own comfort level! Activities include: aerial silks, hoop, rope, juggling, stilts, chair balance, or apparatus of choice, handstands, impro - visation, creative movement & performance games! We will work towards creating acts to present in the last class. #9584 Wednesdays

Discover the basics of aerial fabric. This class is for students new to aerial fabric or those needing a refresher. With a focus on skill & strength building you’ll start close to the ground and then gain height as your confidence and abilities increase. We will work towards creating acts to present in the last class. #9582 Thursdays April 7 - June 2 4:00 - 5:30 pm Lewis Centre Gym $315/9 AERIAL ARTS: YOUTH INTERMEDIATE/ ADVANCED (10 - 18 years) This class is for aerialists with pre - vious experience. We will focus on skills, technique, strength, endur - ance, creative movement & much more. Each aerialist will have their own apparatus and training area to accommodate social distancing. We will work towards creating acts to present in the last class. #9583 Thursdays

This class is for aerialists with pre - vious experience. We will focus on skills, technique, strength, endur - ance & much more. Each aerialist will have their own apparatus and training area to accommodate social distancing. We will work towards creating acts to present in the last class. No class April 18 & May 23. #9581 Mondays

April 4 - May 30 4:00 - 5:30 pm Lewis Centre Gym $280/8

April 6 - June 1 7:00 - 9:15 pm Lewis Centre Gym $315/9

A separate $21 & Story Circus Membership fee must be paid to the instructor for all Aerial Arts and Circus classes.

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April 7 - June 2 6:00 - 7:30 pm Lewis Centre Gym $315/9

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

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Gymnastics

BOYS GYMNASTICS (8 years & over)

Separate boys 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. #9297 Tuesdays April 5 - June 21 4:30 - 5:30 pm #9298 Saturdays 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. #9304 Tuesdays April 5 - June 21 6:00 - 7:30 pm #9305 Saturdays April 9 - June 25 1:15 - 2:45 pm April 9 - June 25 12:00 - 1:00 pm GIRLS PRE-ADVANCED (8 years & over)

Our gymnastics programs focus in three ‘Fs’ – Fun, Fitness and Fun - damentals. Both boys and girls will enjoy the sport of Gymnastics in these classes. Knowledgeable, playful, skilled and friendly, our qualified instructors will connect you to a lifetime love of learning and physical activity. Each class includes a thorough warm-up, time spent on individ - ual gymnastics skills, technique and knowledge, followed by a conclud - ing activity according to gymnastics level. And, in honour of the three ‘Fs’, every Fourth class will be a games days. 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. No class April 16 & May 21. Instructors: Sheri Roffey, Carla Pendergast, Breanne Hague, Sabrina Savage, Mykayla Brazier, Dayton Turchenek. Boys & Girls Gymnastics

GYMNASTICS ASSESSMENTS (8 - 16 years)

GIRLS GYMNASTICS (8 years & over) This girls gymnastics class is a great way for girls to socialize and learn new skills from fun and knowledgeable coaches! We’ll work on basic skills, developing new skills, strength and explore a variety of apparatus. #9303 Tuesdays April 5 - June 21 4:30 - 5:30 pm #9302 Saturdays Pre Advanced & Advanced Tuesdays $228/12 Saturdays $190/10 Lewis Centre Gym

Tuesdays $192/12 Saturdays $160/10 Lewis Centre Gym

Open to students with previous gymnastics experience attempting to get into advanced or pre-ad - vanced levels. No assessments April 16 & May 21. Saturdays April 9 - June 4

BOYS & GIRLS MIXED (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. #9293 Tuesdays April 5 - June 21 3:30 - 4:30 pm #9294 Saturdays

COURTENAY CHILDREN

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

Pre-Advanced and Advanced must have been previously assessed or received a ‘golden ticket’ from instructor.

April 9 - June 25 10:45 - 11:45 am

April 9 - June 25 12:00 - 1:00 pm

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GIRLS ADVANCED (8 years & over)

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 program, 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 Pendergast, Sabrina Savage Wednesdays April 6 - June 22

FAMILY GYMNASTICS & GAMES (1 & over with and adult) 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 April 16 & May 21. #9427 Tuesdays

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. #9295 Tuesdays April 5 - June 21 6:00 - 7:30 pm #9296 Saturdays April 9 - June 25 1:15 - 2:45 pm This advanced class is for athletes who are experienced and strong in the base fundamental skills and are physically and mentally ready to advance. #9300 Tuesdays April 5 - June 21 6:00 - 7:30 pm #9301 Saturdays April 9 - June 25 1:15 - 2:45 pm SPRING BREAK GYMNASTICS CAMP (5 - 12 years) Whether you’re a beginner or a more accomplished gymnast, you’ll have a great time! Learn new skills, and develop your strength, flexibility, balance, and more, as we work out on all apparatuses. Daily challenges and progressions will be set to your individual levels. Instructor: Sheri Roffey & Carla Pendergast Monday - Friday March 21 - 25 #9972 11:00 am - 12:30 pm (5 - 7 yrs) #9178 1:30 - 3:00 pm (8 - 12 years) Lewis Centre Gym $75/5 SB

April 5 - June 21 10:00 - 11:00 am

#9428 Wednesday

April 6 - June 22 11:30 am - 12:30 pm April 9 - June 25 9:30 - 10:30 am Lewis Centre Gym $5/child/drop-in

#9315 3:30 - 4:30 pm #9314 4:30 - 5:30 pm

#9426 Saturday

Lewis Centre Gym $192/12

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See page 66 for Spring Break Family Gymnastics

COURTENAY CHILDREN

REGISTRATION STARTS MONDAY MARCH 7 | See page 103

Birthday Parties at The LINC (8 - 18 years) Register for an original birthday party package. We organize the games, provide supervision, and clean up! Choose from a variety of themes: - dodgeball - skatepark - karaoke - make & take (tie-dye or slime) Or combine themes to make a party all your own! Host parent must be present. Maximum 12 participants. Saturdays starting April 9, 12:30 - 2:30 pm Sundays starting April 10, 12:30 - 2:30 pm or 3:00 - 5:00 pm LINC Youth Centre $110 or $150 with 3 large pizzas $152 Make & Take (choose 1: slime or tie dye) $192 Make & Take with 3 large pizzas - gaming - general - all about girls

Special Interest

JOB PREP (13 - 18 years)

HOMESCHOOLER REC (8 - 18 years) Calling all homeschoolers! Join us for this special pre-registered timeslot to be active and creative at The LINC. Join us for skatepark access, crafts, table-top game tournaments and other fun activ- ities! Check our monthly calendar and Facebook for more informa- tion and activity schedule. Wednesdays

SPRING STUNTS (10 - 15 years)

Get prepared to land your first summer job! Join us and gain valuable resume-building skills including customer service, phone etiquette, what to wear, and more. You’ll complete a resume, learn interview skills and will receive a reference and certificate upon completion. #9509 Saturdays

Get stoked on Saturdays! We’ll load the bus and take you on an action-packed adventure! Sign up for one – or join us for them all! Activities are subject to change and weather permitting. Space is limited. Saturdays #9607 May 28 Go Karting & Little Qualicum Falls #9608 June 4 Kayaking & Geocaching #9609 June 11 Rock Climbing & Elk Falls 10:00 am - 4:00 pm LINC Multipurpose Room $39/day

April 9 - May 14 2:00 - 4:30 pm LINC Mulitpurpose Room $75/6

#9445 April 6 - 27 #9446 May 4 - 25 #9447 June 1 - 22

COURTENAY YOUTH

1:00 - 3:00 pm LINC Youth Centre $8/4 or $2.50/drop-in

RESUME WRITING & JOB SKILLS (13 - 18 years)

VOLUNTEER INFORMATION SESSION (12 years & over)

Interested in entering the job mar- ket? Do you have some questions? Drop-in, use our computers, get help with your resume or cov- er letter and check out our job board! Wednesdays

Have you ever wanted to help others? Do you want to learn new skills, gain valuable work experience and meet new friends? Have you won- dered how to start volunteering? If you answered yes, then join us for an information session. We will go over what volunteering with the City of Courtenay looks like, what benefits and opportunities there are to volunteering and how to start. #9857 Thursday April 21 6:30 - 7:30 pm Zoom FREE

April 6 - June 1 4:30 - 6:00 pm LINC Youth Centre FREE

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TWEEN TEA (8 - 11 years)

SKATEPARK MENTORSHIP PROGRAM (11 years & over) Register now and become an am- bassador promoting the benefits of skateboarding and scootering and be a positive role model for younger youth and your peers. Learn leadership and teamwork skills and share your knowledge and experiences with other par- ticipants. After you’ll be ready to model skatepark etiquette and engage and inform parents and community members on how skateboarding and scootering is beneficial as an outlet for physical literacy and personal expression. Then mentor in our skatepark programs and day camps to work towards becoming our next LINC skatepark staff! Thursdays

GNARLY LITTLE SPRING CRAFT FAIR (9 - 19 years) The Gnarly Craft Fair is BACK! Build your entrepreneurial skills and register your table now for the Spring Craft Fair! Showcase your talents in crafts, art, jewelry, photography and more! Part of the LINC’s BC Youth Week Festiv- ities! #9520 Saturday May 7 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $10/table Get ready to explore your cre- ative side. Each week you’ll learn about a different medium - acrylic and watercolour paint, collaging, charcoal, chalk, and more! Then practice your new skills as you MIXED MEDIA (9 - 15 years)

Don’t worry we’re not going to be sitting around drinking ‘tea’! Join us as we dabble in the kitchen each week and make a special meal (tea). Will it be taco Tuesday? Spaghetti? Soup and sandwich? Register now and get in on this fun cooking program during The LINC’s Tween Night festivities. Leave with a full belly and a recipe to keep you cooking at home! Drop-ins welcome. No class May 3 . #9610 Tuesdays April 12 - June 7 4:30 - 6:30 pm LINC Kitchen $28/8 or $4/drop-in includes access to

The LINC’s Tween Night before/after the program

#9790 April 7 - May 12 #9791 May 19 - June 23 5:00 - 6:30 pm $18/6

create cool projects. #9611 Wednesdays

April 13 - May 18 5:15 - 6:45 pm LINC Meeting Room $60/6

includes drop-in to The LINC Thursdays before/after the program

GIRLS NIGHT OUT Calling all self-identified girls! Grab your friends and join us for special activities each Thursday. We’ll ex- plore creative projects, bake tasty snacks, go on out trips, host guest speakers and more! Check out our drop-in calendar for a schedule of activities. Wednesdays May 25 - June 22

COURTENAY YOUTH

4:00 - 5:45 pm 11 - 13 years 6:00 - 7:45 pm 14 - 18 years $2.50/drop-in includes snack & drop-in before/after the program

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CHOPPED (9 - 15 years)

ART ATTACK & SPLASH (9 - 15 years) Let’s dive into your artistic side this spring! Experiment with differ - ent paints, pastels and messy art each day as you complete cool, in- dependent projects that get your creative juices flowing. We’ll break up the days with activities that get you out into nature, and keep cool this week! #8940 Monday - Friday Test your cooking skills and invent tasty dishes! Each day your team is given a basket of surprise food items that must be incorporated to create a soup, salad, appetiz- er, entree or dessert. You will be scored on a variety of criteria. Will you be part of the winning team? Prizes included! #8941 Monday - Friday March 28 - April 1 12:30 - 4:00 pm LINC Youth Centre $155/5 SB

SK8 SCOOT SPLASH (7 - 12 years) Gear up for a great spring break! Ride your skateboard or scooter and get tips and tricks from our skatepark staff as you cruise the street section and bowl. Or, chal- lenge your friends to indoor and outdoor activities like dodge-ball, water play, air hockey, ping pong and more! We’ll make sure you have an action-packed week! Monday - Friday #8938 March 21 - 25 #9508 March 28 - April 1 SB School’s Out

LEADERS IN TRAINING (12 - 17 years) Have fun, get involved, gain work experience and build your re- sume as you become an awesome leader! Learn to lead games and activities to help to prepare you to volunteer in children’s programs. We’ll also cover behaviour man- agement, leadership and team- work skills. Then as a volunteer in children’s programs you can be mentored while testing out your new skills. #8939 Monday - Friday March 21 - 25 SB

March 28 - April 1 9:00 am - 4:00 pm LINC Youth Centre $175/5

SCHOOL’S OUT SKATEPARK TOUR (9 - 15 years)

COURTENAY YOUTH

School’s out for summer, let’s load the bus and start your break off right! Have fun with friends and take on new challenges at some of the Island’s best parks. Skate- boards and scooters welcome. Helmets mandatory. Drop-ins welcome if minimum numbers reached. #9621 Thursday June 30 9:00 - 4:00 pm LINC Youth Centre $35

9:00 am - 4:00 pm LINC Youth Centre $175/5

10:00 am - 4:00 pm LINC Youth Centre $99/5

FOOD SAFE LEVEL 1 (13 years & over)

Train to become an employable food handler in the service industry. Learn about safe food handling methods and food preparation tech- niques. Certificates are awarded upon successful completion of the program. A must for resumes! #9041 Friday April 1 #9507 Saturday June 25 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Native Sons Hall $98/1 Look for this symbol for Spring Break programs SB SB

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Skatepark JR. SKATE STARS (5 - 7 years)

SK8 LIKE A GIRL (6 - 12 years)

SCOOTER SUNDAYS (6 - 12 years) Start your Sunday off with a scoot around the indoor skate- park! Have fun developing in this sport as you learn tips from your instructors while maneuvering around the street section and bowl. This combo class is geared to beginner-novice riders wanting to learn new tricks, or a new sport. No class April 17 & May 22 . Sundays #9516 April 3 - May 8 #9517 May 15 - June 19 9:45 - 10:45 am LINC Youth Centre $55/5

While the boys are away, the girls (or those who identify) will SKATE! Build confidence and have fun learning the basics of skate- boarding. Learn to cruise, test the ramps and try a trick or two. Grab your friends and get ready to own the skatepark. Skateboards and safety equipment included. No class April 18 & May 23 . Mondays #9514 April 4 - May 9 #9515 May 16 - June 20 6:15 - 7:00 pm LINC Youth Centre $49/5

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 April 18 & May 23 . Mondays #9510 April 4 - May 9 #9511 May 16 - June 20 4:00 - 4:45 pm LINC Youth Centre $49/5 Build confidence learning the sport of skateboarding. We will review the basics to get you cruis- ing and then trying out a trick or two! This class is geared to begin- ner-novice skaters. No class April 18 & May 23 . Mondays #9512 April 4 - May 9 #9513 May 16 - June 20 5:00 - 6:00 pm LINC Youth Centre $55/5 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 April 17 & May 22 . Sundays #9518 April 3 - May 8 #9519 May 15 - June 19 11:00 am - 12:00 pm LINC Youth Centre $55/5 SKATEBOARD FUNDAMENTALS (6 - 12 years)

PRIVATE SKATEBOARDING LESSONS (6 - 13 years)

4:00 - 4:45 pm 5:00 - 5:45 pm 6:00 - 6:45 pm LINC Skatepark $22/lesson Check out Adult SK8 on page 88.

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COURTENAY YOUTH

REGISTRATION STARTS MONDAY MARCH 7 | See page 103

OF THE

readers’ choice 2017 O F T H E C O M O X V A L L E Y AWARD

• indoor skatepark • skateboard& scooter rentals • youth-access computers • digital arts • media&tech nights

• XBoxOne • PS2 • Wii • SuperNintendo • Nintendo • concession • kitchen • bigscreenTV • basketball court • out trips • special events • privaterentals

Youth (8 - 18 years): $2.50 drop-In

Mondays

7 - 9 pm

(Adult Skate 16+ years) Tuesdays

$15/month membership $25/11 punch pass $80/year membership Adult (Skatepark ONLY): $4 Drop-In $20/month membership $40/11 punch pass

3 - 7 pm

(Tween Night 8 - 11 years) Wednesdays 3 - 8 pm Thursdays 3 - 8 pm Fridays 3 - 11 pm Saturdays 3 - 11 pm

• pingpong • airhockey • foosball • pool

*skatepark is open to all ages Wed - Sat

COURTENAY YOUTH

FAMILY DROP IN AT THE LINC Enjoy The LINC as a family! Ride the bowl, play ping pong, air hockey and foosball, sing along to karaoke and just have FUN! All ages are welcome with an adult. Sunday April 17 (Easter Weekend) Sunday May 8 (Mother’s Day) Sunday June 19 (Father’s Day) 12:00 - 3:00 pm LINC Games Room & Indoor Skatepark $5/family

YOUTH NIGHTS Are you looking for a cool dry place to hang out with your friends after school or on the weekend!? Drop-in at The LINC and challenge your friends to a game of pool or air hockey, snack on treats from the concession or get in some practice in the air-conditioned indoor skatepark! Check out our monthly calendar for other special activities like Free Food Frenzy, craft and sports nights, events, out trips and more! Tuesday Tween Nights (8 - 11 years)

Questions? New ideas? Email linc@courtenay.ca or stop by and see us!

Wednesdays (8+ years) Thursdays (11+ years) Fridays & Saturdays (11+ years) $2.50/drop-in

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Active Adapted Programs ADAPTED CHAIR FIT ADAPTED ARCHERY Learn the art of archery through

ADAPTED DANCE PARTY Let’s get the dance party started! Register with your friends and join Tammy for this fitness inspired class that is sure to get you movin’ and groovin’! All abilities and levels welcome. Instructor: Tammy Jones #9441 Tuesdays April 5 - June 21 1:15 - 2:15 pm Lewis Activity Room $50/12 STRETCH & MOVEMENT Join Wendie for a gentle move- ment and stretching class. We will focus on reducing tightness while working on our range of motion in a relaxing environment. No class April 15. Instructor: Wendie Matte #9555 Fridays

An upbeat and gentle workout class for those who need to walk or sit. All ages welcome. No class April 15. Instructor: Wendie Matte #9549 Tuesdays

step by step instruction. Each week we’ll review how to draw a bow and shoot arrows so that your coordination, strength and accuracy improve. No class April 15. Instructor: Sebastien Braconnier #9413 Fridays

April 5 - June 14 10:30 - 11:30 am Lewis MP Hall $45/9 April 8 - June 10 1:15 - 2:15 pm Lewis Activity Room $45/9

April 8 - June 10 12:15 - 1:30 pm Lewis Centre Gym $45/9

#9554 Fridays

ADAPTED KARATE Learn the basics of kicking and punching, along with other moves in this karate class adapted to each participant’s needs and mo- bility issues. No class April 15. Instructor: Sebastien Braconnier #9443 Fridays ADAPTED FITNESS WITH HEIDI A rousing, upbeat cardio and muscle toning workout, set to your favourite upbeat tunes. Have fun, tone the body and you won’t help but smile through the music. Adaptations given for all levels. Instructor: Heidi Fordham #9548 Wednesdays April 6 - June 8 10:30 - 11:15 am Lewis MP Hall $36/10 Want to stay in the loop with Adapted Programs updates and offerings? Sign up for our newsletter and email list by contacting Laura at lmcgrath@courtenay.ca April 22 - June 17 10:15 - 11:45 am Lewis Centre Gym $45/9

Adapted Spring Registration starts on Monday March 14 at 10:00 am.

April 8 - June 10 10:30 - 11:30 am Craft Room A $45/9

COURTENAY ADAPTED PROGRAMS

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