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COURTENAY RECREATION WELCOME

Courtenay Recreation Table of Contents

Your Comox Valley Recreation departments are trying something new. This fall, instead of distribut ing a printed guide to all house holds throughout the Comox Valley, we’re making it available for pickup at various locations. Why are we making this change? Last fall, our regional partners at the Comox Valley Regional Dis trict, City of Courtenay, Town of Comox, and Village of Cumber land collaborated on a survey ask ing how you’d like to get informa tion about recreation programs. Most respondents wanted to keep the printed guide, but were open to picking it up rather than having a copy delivered to every house hold, reducing our environmental footprint. Visit www.courtenay.ca/rec for convenient pickup locations in Courtenay, Comox, and Cumber land. Thank you for checking out our wide range of programs and activities.

Programs

General

Facilities Cozy Corner Preschool..............61 Squash.........................................96 Registration..............................107 The LINC Youth Centre..............82 Wellness Centre.........................97 Lewis Centre Facility Rentals..110 Filberg Centre & Native Sons Hall Facility Rentals........111 Courtenay Parks......................112 Culture Groups........................114

Early Years (Preschool) ............. 62 Children’s Programs................ 66 Youth Programs....................... 77 Adult Programs........................ 86 Active Living. ........................... 97 Wellness Centre....................... 97 Fitness..................................... 100 Evergreen Club. ..................... 108 Adapted Programs Adapted Programs for Adults with Disabilities.............83

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

Register online at: www.courtenay.ca/reconline

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Lewis Centre The Lewis Centre offers a Wellness Centre, gymnasiums, meeting rooms, squash courts, and Cozy Corner Preschool. Mon - Fri 7:15 am - 8:45 pm Sat & Sun 8:30 am - 12:00 pm & 1:15 - 4:00 pm effective October 16: Sunday 8:30 am - 12:00 pm & 1:15 - 8:00 pm call for details on Facility Hours Office Hours until October 9:

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 - 4:00 pm

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

COURTENAY FACILITY INFO

www.courtenay.ca/linc

Facility Closures: September 5 Labour Day October 10 Thanksgiving Day 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 am - 1:00 pm OR Tuesday & Thursday 9:00 - 11:30 am OR 1:00 - 3:30 pm Monthly Fees $155 - 2 days/week $300 - 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 serious learning. But for children, play is serious learning” Fred Rogers

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SANTA BABY (1 month - 3 years with adult) Celebrate your baby’s first holiday season by making memorable keepsakes. Create fun gifts and ornaments to make long lasting memories for your friends and families. #10461 Mondays FAMILY GYMNASTICS (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 on our gymnastics equipment with our awesome gymnastics instructors leading the way! No class Octo ber 9, 31, November 1 & 13. #10801 Sundays September 11 - December 11 9:15 - 10:15 am #10802 Mondays September 12 - December 12 12:00 - 1:00 pm #10803 Tuesdays September 13 - December 13 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Lewis Centre Gym $6.50/child/drop-in 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 #10768 September 7 - October 26 $88/8 #10769 November 2 - December 14 3:00 - 4:00 pm $77/7 Lewis Meeting Room MOM & BABY YOGA This class provides an opportunity

Parent Participation

WIGGLES & GIGGLES (15 months - 3 years with an adult) A fun program that lets you and your little one meet new friends, sing songs, and participate in dif ferent craft activities. This class is perfect for new and experienced parents! #10462 Mondays 8:45 - 10:15 am or 10:15 - 11:45 am Wednesdays 8:45 - 10:15 am Thursdays 8:45 - 10:15 am Fridays 10:15 - 11:45 am Saturdays 8:45 - 10:30 am #10466 September 12 - December 17 Lewis Craft Room B $3/1½ hrs $3.50/1¾ hrs CHILDMINDING (1 month - 12 years) 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 child minding October 10, 21, 31 & November 11. Mondays 8:45 - 10:30 am Tuesdays

TEENY WEENY HALLOWEENY (1 month - 3 years with adult) 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. Take part in a costume parade around the Lewis Centre on the last day. #10453 Mondays

October 17 - 31 9:30 - 10:30 am Lewis Craft Room B $29/3

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 fa cilitate large group games for a portion of the program. Adult participation required. No class October 1, 8 & November 12. #10804 Saturdays September 17 - December 10

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December 5 - 19 9:30 - 10:30 am Lewis Craft Room B $29/3

November 7 - 28 9:30 - 10:30 am Lewis Craft Room B $35/4

10:00 - 11:00 am Lewis Centre Gym $3/child/drop-in

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COOKIE MONSTERS (3 - 5 years)

PRESCHOOL ART EXPERIENCE (3 - 5 years)

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. #10454 Tuesdays September 20 - October 18

CHRISTMAS COOKIE MONSTERS (3 - 5 years) Express yourself through food! Learn, create and explore using quick and easy recipes. The best part is you’ll get to eat what you create. #10458 Fridays November 18 - December 16 Express yourself through food! Learn, create and explore using quick and easy recipes. The best part is you’ll get to eat what you create. #10457 Thursdays September 29 - October 27 12:30 - 2:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $75/5 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. #10468 Wednesdays September 21 - December 7 10:30 - 11:30 am Lewis Craft Room A $5/family Register ONLINE at courtenay.ca/reconline For updates & schedule changes, go to www.courtenay.ca/rec 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $75/5 PARENT & TOT PAINT TIME (1 - 5 years with an adult)

Mixed Media projects specially created for participants each session. We will paint, draw, move, and explore art materials expres sively to create a fun art experi ence each week with local artist TaraLee Houston. She will curate a one of a kind art experience, using over 20 years of experience work ing with children and families and early childhood certification. Instructor: TaraLee Houston Tuesdays #10488 September 20 - November 1 #10489 November 8 - December 20 10:00 - 11:00 am Lewis Craft Room A $99/7 MESSY MASTERPIECES! (3 - 5 years) Let’s get messy and create your very own masterpieces! We’ll get our hands dirty using paints, shaving cream, glue and so much more! Be sure to wear your comfi est play clothes! #10735 Tuesdays November 1 - November 29 10:30 - 11:45 am Lewis Craft Room A $49/5 OCEAN ODYSSEY (3 - 5 years) Explore the ocean and all its wonders! We will deep sea dive into crafts, stories and make some delicious ocean themed treats. #10736 Fridays October 7 - November 4

11:00 am - 12:30 pm Lewis Craft Room A $75/5

KOOKY COOKING (3 - 5 years)

Create silly and delicious snacks every week while learning kitchen safety and cooking basics. #10734 Thursdays November 3 - December 8 1:00 - 2:15 pm Lewis Craft Room A $75/6

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

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BLAST OFF! (3 - 5 years) Train like an astronaut and get ready to blast off into outer space. Learn all about space and how as tronauts get ready for their trips, what they pack for the journey, and even make your own space suit. #10465 Mondays November 7 - December 12 1:00 - 2:00 pm Lewis Craft Room B $60/6 DINO-MITE DISCOVERIES (3 - 5 years) Step back in time to a prehistoric world. Discover everything you ever wanted to know about dino saurs, through a mini dino-dig, models, stories and crafts. Learn about fossils, volcanoes and the giant creatures that once roamed earth. #10459 Tuesdays November 1 - December 6 1:30 - 2:45 pm Lewis Craft Room A $75/6 Do you have a little wobbly walker who is ready to explore the world but intimidated by the playtime groups where kids are zipping around them? Come hang out with other little wobblers and explore our fun toys. An area will have mats for those little adven turers needing a softer place to land. Adult Participation required. #10464 Thursdays September 22 - December 15 WOBBLY WALKERS (6 months - 3 years)

FESTIVE SCIENCE FUN (4 - 6 years) Time to explore the science side of the season. Try out festive and wintery science activities. We’ll get you thinking as we explore with hands on play and cool experi ments, concoctions and chemical reactions. #10460 Thursdays November 17 - December 8 9:15 - 10:30 am Lewis Craft Room A $49/4 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 experi ments, concoctions and chemical reactions. #10455 Thursdays September 22 - October 27 9:15 - 10:30 am Lewis Craft Room A $75/6 SCIENCE DETECTIVES (4 - 6 years)

NATURE NUTS (3 - 5 years)

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. No class October 10. #10456 Mondays September 19 - October 24 1:00 - 2:00 pm Lewis Craft Room B $60/6 CURIOUS CRAWLERS (0 - 19 months) Is your little one starting to ex plore the world on their hands and knees? Come enjoy some social time with other parents and babies who are in the same stage. Some of the space will have mats for those who need a soft place to land. Other fun toys will also be available. Adult participation required. #10463 Thursdays September 22 - December 15

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10:30 - 11:30 am Lewis MP Hall A $2/Drop-in

9:15 - 10:00 am Lewis MP Hall A $2/Drop-in

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

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KINDERGYM WITH TRAMPOLINE (3 - 5 years)

INTRO TO GYMNASTICS (3 - 5 years)

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 as needed. No classes October 1, 8, 10 & November 12. Mondays (2 - 3 years) 10:00 - 10:45 am #10656 September 19 - October 24 $43/5 #10662 November 7 - December 12 $51/6 Mondays (3 - 5 years) 9:00 - 9:45 am #10655 September 19 - October 24 $43/5 #10661 November 7 - December 12 $51/6 Saturdays (3 - 5 years) 9:00 - 9:45 am #10799 September 17 - October 29 #10800 November 5 - December 10 $43/5 Lewis Centre Gym

GYMNASTICS NINJA KIDS (3 - 5 years) 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! No class October 10 & 31. Instructor: Sheri Roffey #10561 Monday September 12 - December 12 play games, run, roll, climb and explore on all the equipment set up in our gym! This class could help your child realize their love for gymnastics and help focus some of their energy! No class October 11 & November 1. Instructor: Sheri Roffey #10563 Tuesdays September 13 - December 13 1:00 - 2:00 pm Lewis Centre Gym $162/12 Take those first little steps into or ganized gymnastics, guided by your fun and knowledgeable gymnastics staff! You’ll learn basic movements,

Run, jump, land, climb, rotate and swing. Our knowledgeable, playful, friendly staff will connect you to a lifetime of learning and physical activity. Complimentary skills include working with your parent as an instructor leads your child through individual basic skill and teaches you to move around the gym safely all while growing your child’s independence and confidence so they can move on their own. Parents will help their children in the first few classes and then transition out of class to promote independent learning. No class October 10, 11, 31 & November 1. Instructor: Sheri Roffey #10808 Mondays September 12 - December 12 1:00 - 2:00 pm #10562 Tuesdays September 13 - December 13

10:15 - 11:15 am Lewis Centre Gym $162/12

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10:45 - 11:45 am Lewis Centre Gym $162/12

LI’L SPORTS (3 - 5 years)

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. Par ent participation as needed. Wednesdays #10665 September 21 - October 26 #10669 November 2 - December 7 9:30 - 10:15 am Lewis Centre Gym $51/6

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Birthday Parties

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 #10746 September 17 & 18 #10747 October 22 & 23 #10748 November 19 & 20 #10749 December 3 & 4 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Lewis Centre Meeting Room $69 GYMNASTICS/ TRAMPOLINE BIRTHDAY (3 - 14 years) Whether you have an agile gym nast or a ninja warrior, this party is bound to be a ton of fun. In the first hour our enthusiastic coaches will supervise your group in our fun-filled space while they play on the gymnastics set up. Once you have jumped, spun and ran your way to fun, enjoy the second hour of your party in one of our party rooms where you can serve treats, open presents and more. Host parent must be present. Maxi mum of 12 children. No parties October 9 & November 13. Sundays Starting September 11 11:15 am - 1:15 pm Lewis Centre Gym $125

LEGO BIRTHDAY BASH (5 years & over) Let’s celebrate! Create Lego mas terpieces, take part in building challenges and play original Lego games. You’ll have a room for all your party festivities and an hour with our instructor in another space for Lego games and build ing. Host parent must be present. Maximum 12 participants. Saturdays Starting September 24

SPORTS SIZZLER (3 - 14 years)

If your party is going to have a lot of energy, then this option is for you! We offer an hour of instruc tor-lead fun in our gymnasium with structured games, free time with toys or a bit of both. It’s up to you. Once we burn some of that energy, enjoy the second hour of your party in one of our party rooms where you can serve treats, open presents and more. This party is guaranteed to be a blast! Host parent must be pres ent. No parties October 1, 8 & November 12. Saturdays Starting September 17 1:00 - 3:00 pm Lewis Centre Gym $110 Gather your beakers and safety goggles, it’s about to get crazy as we explore the world of the Mad Scientist! Chemical reactions from the kitchen, magnets, robots, it’s all part of this wild and fun science based program! No class October 10. #10739 Mondays September 19 - October 24 3:30 - 5:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $75/5 SKILL BUILDER (7 - 12 years) Join us each week as we learn important skills you can take with you wherever you go! We’ll ex plore cooking, sewing and more as we have fun and make friends! #10740 Mondays November 7 - December 12 4:00 - 5:30 pm Lewis Craft Room A $99/6 MAD SCIENTISTS (6 - 11 years)

10:30 - 11:30 am Lewis Craft Room $110

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 knowledge to be safe and respon sible when home alone. Topics include establishing a routine, dealing with strangers, telephone safety, emergencies, basic first aid, internet safety and more. A student reference book and cer tificate of completion are included. Instructor: Mackenzie Moore #10743 Saturday October 15 #10744 Saturday November 5 #10755 Saturday December 10 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Lewis Centre Meeting Room $30 Register ONLINE at courtenay.ca/reconline For updates & schedule changes, go to www.courtenay.ca/rec

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Creative Pursuits

CHRISTMAS CLAY SCULPTING (7 - 10 years)

KIDS ART EXPERIENCE (6 - 12 years)

CLAY SCULPTING (7 - 14 years)

Explore clay through a variety of techniques and projects such as pinch pots, coil-throwing, and mask-making. No class October 10 & 31. Instructor: Jenja McIntyre Mondays #10492 September 12 - November 14 3:00 - 4:30 pm 7 - 10 years Lewis Craft Room B $199/8 Mondays #10495 September 12 - November 14 5:00 - 6:30 pm 10 - 14 years Lewis Craft Room B $199/8

Explore clay through a variety of techniques and projects such as holiday decor ornaments. Instructor: Jenja McIntyre Mondays November 21 - December 12 #10494 3:00 - 4:30 pm (7 - 10 years) #10498 5:00 - 6:30 pm (10 - 14 years) Lewis Craft Room B $99/4 CREATIVE EXPLORATION (8 - 12 years) Have you ever wanted to create a comic book or write a story? Maybe create a multimedia canvas masterpiece? Each week, you’ll explore different creative outlets through fun themes, activities and a variety of supplies. You’re sure to find your creative niche in this wild, hands on class. No class October 10. #10746 Mondays September 19 - October 24 5:30 - 7:00 pm Lewis Centre Craft Room A $65/5

FAMILY ART EXPERIENCE (All Ages) Bring your family and create lasting memories through special curated art experienced guided by local artist TaraLee Houston using a variety of art materials and projects. We will paint, draw and create mixed media projects in a fun, light, safe community cen tered atmosphere. Art projects in this program are about the time we spend together, the experi ences we create and how much exploration you have with each other and the concepts curated for each session and less about the end product. Instructor: TaraLee Houston Wednesdays #10502 September 21 - October 26 #10503 November 2 - December 7 7:00 - 8:30 pm Lewis Craft Room A $199/6/family Mixed Media projects specially created for participants each session. We will paint, draw, move, and explore art materials expres sively to create a fun art experi ence each week with local artist TaraLee Houston. She will curate a one of a kind art experience, using over 20 years of experience work ing with children and families and early childhood certification. Instructor: TaraLee Houston Tuesdays #10490 September 20 - November 1 #10491 November 8 - December 20 3:30 - 5:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $149/7

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HEROES IN TRAINING (6 - 9 years) Calling all Heroes! We need you to join our team as we explore the multi-verse, learning the way of the Jedi, the science of hero gadgets and the stealth of super spies. But watch out, the training Academy has been infiltrated by Super Villains trying to recruit for their Super Villain League! #10741 Tuesdays September 27 - November 1 3:30 - 5:00 pm Lewis Craft Room B $75/6 JEDI TRAINING (6 - 9 years) The resistance is calling! There is no need to send your little Pad awan to a galaxy far, far away. Build an X-Wing, design your own light saber, and make galaxy slime all while you prepare to face the First Order one last time. Enjoy this class you will. #10742 Tuesdays November 8 - December 13 3:30 - 5:00 pm Lewis Craft Room B $75/6 ELF ACADEMY (5 - 8 years) Santa’s elves are exhausted! Spend your afternoons at San ta’s Workshop Training Academy helping them out. Make crafts and play Reindeer games. Learning to be an Elf isn’t easy, but it sure is fun! We’ll keep your child busy with crafts and winter themed activities. #10765 Thursdays November 24 - December 15 3:00 - 4:30 pm Lewis Craft Room B $49/4

PIANO ADVENTURES (5 - 7 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 $30 at the first lesson. This class is suitable for beginners and parent/guardian must attend with their child. A piano or keyboard is recommended for practicing at home. Instructor: Debbie Ross #10447 Wednesdays September 21 - December 7 3:30 - 4:30 pm Lewis Craft Room B $144/12 Music ignites all areas of child development and skills for school readiness, including intellectual, social-emotional, motor, language and overall literacy. It helps the body and the mind work together.

PIANO ADVENTURES (8 - 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 $50 at the first lesson. This class is suitable for beginners. A piano or keyboard is recommend ed for practicing at home. Instructor: Debbie Ross #10448 Wednesdays September 21 - December 7 5:00 - 6:00 pm Lewis Craft Room B $144/12

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Cooking Programs GLOBAL COOKING (7 - 12 years)

KITCHEN BASICS (6 - 11 years)

SUGAR RUSH (9 - 12 years) Ready to take your baking and decorating to the next level? Learn new decorating tricks, play with different flavour combinations and see if you can create your very own desert impostor! #10750 Thursdays October 6 - November 10 4:00 - 6:00 pm Lewis Centre Craft Room A $125/6 COOKING ADVENTURES (6 - 9 years) Roll up your sleeves and tie on your apron for culinary fun. Com bine kitchen etiquette and food safety with creative, nutritious and simple recipes. This camp is a great introduction to learning about food in a fun and engaging way. No class November 12 . #10786 Saturdays October 15 - November 26 1:30 - 3:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $99/6

Go around the world with your taste buds as you learn to create delicious foods from a different country each week! Crafts, ac tivities and scrumptious dishes await you, as you explore different cultures, spices and ingredients, young traveler! #10737 Wednesdays 3:30 - 5:00 pm November 2 - December 7 Lewis Craft Room A $99/6

Build your confidence in the kitch en as you learn to follow recipes, knife skills, and how ingredients interact to create delicious dishes. This class is sure to spark your culinary creativity, and make you the best cook in town! #10738 Wednesdays 3:30 - 5:00 pm September 21 - October 26 Lewis Craft Room A $99/6 SUGAR PLUM RUSH (9 - 12 years) Ready to take your holiday baking and decorating to the next level? Learn new decorating tricks, play with different festive flavour com binations and see if you can create our very own seasonal dessert impostor! #10751 Thursdays November 24 - December 15 4:00 - 6:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $105/5

See page 70 for Cooking Around The World Winter Break Camp

Courtenay’s Christmas Party Sunday December 11

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10:00 am - 2:00 pm Filberg Rotary Hall LINC Gnarly Craft Fair Kids Pictures with Santa Live Entertainment and much more! courtenay.ca/christmas

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PRO D DAY: ART-VENTURES (5 - 12 years)

Get ready for an action packed day! Art travelers go on a spec tacular journey around the globe, touring various countries and cultures. Each activity will land you somewhere in the world and allow you to explore art using unique materials. Participate in wonderful crafts, messy activities and fun games. Please wear clothes okay to get messy in! #10754 Friday October 21 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Lewis Centre Craft Room B $49 PRO D DAY: SUPER HERO SCIENCE (5 - 12 years) Explore the science of your fa vourite superheroes. Experiment with potions, design capes, go on quests and turn make believe into reality. Become a science superhe ro as you turn sci-fi in to sci-fact. Please wear clothes okay to get messy in! #10755 Thursday November 17 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Lewis Centre Craft Room B $49

PRO D DAY: SPORTS N’ MORE (8 - 12 years) Let’s play the day away! School’s out, so grab your friends and come play a variety of games throughout the day. We’ll explore games like tag, dodgeball, soccer, archery and more. And when we’re not playing, we’ll do lots of fun activities in our downtime. Bring your water and be ready to move! #10724 Friday October 21 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Lewis MP Hall $49 School’s Out

WINTER CAMP: SPORTS N’ MORE (8 - 12 years) Let’s play the day away! School’s out, so grab your friends and come play a variety of games throughout the day. We’ll explore games like tag, dodgeball, soccer, archery and more. We will take ad vantage of the winter weather and explore sports common for this time of year. And when we’re not playing, we’ll do lots of fun activ ities in our downtime. Bring your water and be ready to move! #10725 Monday - Friday

COOKING AROUND THE WORLD CAMP (5 - 12 years)

December 19 - 23 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Lewis MP Hall $199/5

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PRO D DAY: SPORTS GALORE (8 - 12 years)

Tour the world through food! Learn how to cook tasty dishes and treats from different parts of the world. Take part in fun games and activities while you wait for your yummy treats. #10764 Monday - Friday

Come play with us! We will spend the day celebrating all things ‘sports’, exploring games from ancient origins all the way to modern times. This day is guaranteed to be fun while you develop your skills and show off what you already know. Bring your water and be ready to move! #10771 Thursday November 17 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Lewis MP Hall $49 Register ONLINE at courtenay.ca/reconline

December 19 - 23 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Lewis Craft Room A $199/5

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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. 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. #10812 Tuesdays & Thursdays September 8 - December 15 7:50 - 9:00 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $299/26 This fast-paced program is de signed to give participants a full body workout while learning a new skill. Improve strength, en durance, coordination, flexibility and balance skills all while reach ing new heights of self confidence. #10584 Tuesdays & Thursdays September 8 - December 15 6:40 - 7:40 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $299/26 WOO KIM TAEKWONDO ADULT (13 years & over)

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 feder ations, and are taught by the 5th Dan Black Belt Richard Dobbs. No classes November 8, 10, 15.

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. #10587 Tuesdays & Thursdays September 8 - December 15 3:45 - 4:30 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $260/26

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 persever ance. 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 30. #10583 Fridays September 9 - October 28 4:00 - 4:30 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $69/7

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WOO KIM TAEKWONDO JUNIORS Students will further develop their Taekwondo skills, as well as gain physical ability in strength, endurance, coordination, flexibility and balance, all while learning the core human values of courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control and confidence. Tuesdays & Thursdays September 8 - December 15 #10585 Green & Lower

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#10586 Blue Stripe to Black (8 years & over) 5:40 - 6:30 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $273/26

(7 years & over) 4:40 - 5:30 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $273/26

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Sports FLOOR HOCKEY (8 - 12 years)

PRIVATE SKATEBOARD LESSONS (6 - 15 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. Tuesdays September 13 - December 13

INTRO TO SPORT! MULTI-SPORT PROGRAM (8 - 10 years) Have you ever wanted to try a new sport? This is your chance! The PLAY Comox Valley group is partnering with the City of Cour tenay and professional coaches in the community to bring you LACROSSE, RINGETTE, and SMASH BALL! These coaches represent various local sports in the Comox Valley that are looking to engage with the community and teach the basic skills of the sport in a supportive environment. Come join us! Please note each sport is a new class set. Wednesdays #10772 September 28 - October 19 (Lacrosse) #10773 October 26 - November 16 (Ringette) #10774 November 23 - December 14 (Smash Ball)

Grab your stick and join your friends for some good old fash ioned fun hockey. We will practice skills like passing, shooting and stick handling, then end the day with a scrimmage. Be sure to wear runners and bring water. No class October 10. Mondays #10675 September 12 - October 24 #10676 November 7 - December 12 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 1, 8 & November 12. Saturdays #10671 September 17 - October 29 #10672 November 5 - December 10 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Lewis Centre Gym $60/5 3:45 - 4:45 pm Lewis MP Hall $60/6

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

GIRLS GET ACTIVE (7 - 12 years) Girls, this one is for you! Come join our friendly staff and have fun playing sports in a safe and en couraging space. This is your time to show off your skills or learn some new ones. This program is open to all levels. We will spend time playing classics like soccer, basketball and volleyball as well as explore others like archery, bad minton and more. Let’s play! Thursdays #10677 September 22 - October 27 #10678 November 3 - December 8

4:45 - 5:45 pm Lewis MP Hall $32/4

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SCHOOL’S OUT BASKETBALL SKILLS & GAMES (8 - 12 years)

4:45 - 5:45 pm Lewis MP Hall $60/6

Get a chance to develop your basketball skills and techniques with other kids from the community! You’ll learn basic ball handling, pass ing and shooting skills, plus get the chance to put those skills into play through scrimmages and games! Tuesdays

#10673 September 20 - October 25 #10674 November 1 - December 6

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3:30 - 4:30 pm Lewis MP Hall $60/6

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DROP-IN BASKETBALL (13 - 18 years)

Drop-in to this unstructured open gym time where you can practice your skills, play with friends or have a scrimmage. Anything bas ketball goes and will change week to week. Join us after school and

shoot some hoops. #10832 Wednesdays

September 21 - December 14 3:15 - 4:15 pm Lewis MP Hall $3.50/Drop-in Fee

HOMESCHOOL INTRO TO GYMNASTICS (5 - 12 years)

PARKOUR KIDZ (7 - 10 years) Test out your parkour skills in this class just for kids. We’ll race through the gym trying to get from point A to point B as quickly and smoothly as possible using skills and tricks we practice. This class is sure to get your heart rate going as you run, vault, jump and climb your way through obstacles. No classes October 9 & November 13 . #10775 Sundays September 11 - December 11 Run, jump, land, climb, rotate and swing. Our knowledgeable, playful, friendly staff will connect you to a lifetime of learning and physical activity. Staff will lead you through individual basic skill and moving safely around the gym. #10785 Mondays November 7 - December 12 9:30 - 10:30 am Lewis Centre Gym $96/6

KUNG FU (13 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! No classes October 11 & November 1. Instructor: Sheri Roffey & Carla Tuesdays September 13 - December 13

Tibetan White Crane Kung Fu is a “long fist” martial art which combines striking and kicking along with joint-locks, throws, sweeps, kick catches, elbow and knee strikes. The system also provides training in a variety of Chinese Weaponry including staff, and swords. This fast-paced class is suitable for beginners or experi enced martial artists looking to build agility, self-defence and overall fitness. Instructor: Tom Haber #10722 Wednesdays September 14 - December 14 6:45 - 8:00 pm Native Sons Lower Level $168/14

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#10566 3:30 - 4:30 pm #10564 4:30 - 5:30 pm

Lewis Centre Gym $180/12

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10:15 - 11:15 am Lewis Centre Gym $192/12

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Gymnastics

GIRLS PRE-ADVANCED (8 years & over)

Boys & Girls Gymnastics $192/12 Lewis Centre Gym 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 October 9 - 11, October 31 - November 1, & November 13. Instructors: Sheri Roffey, Breanne, Carla, Mykayla & Vanessa. Pre-Advanced & Advanced $228/12 Lewis Centre Gym

GIRLS 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. #10554 Sundays September 11 - December 11 2:30 - 4:00 pm #10553 Mondays September 12 - December 12 6:00 - 7:30 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. #10559 Sundays September 11 - December 11 2:30 - 4:00 pm #10558 Mondays September 12 - December 12 6:00 - 7:30 pm

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. #10547 Sundays September 11 - December 11 12:30 - 1:30 pm #10545 Mondays September 12 - December 12 3:30 - 4:30 pm 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. #10555 Sundays September 11 - December 11 1:30 - 2:30 pm #10556 Mondays September 12 - December 12 4:30 - 5:30 pm GIRLS GYMNASTICS (8 years & over)

BOYS GYMNASTICS (8 years & over)

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. #10549 Sundays September 11 - December 11 2:30 - 4:00 pm #10548 Mondays September 12 - December 12 6:00 - 7:30 pm 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. #10551 Sundays September 11 - December 11 1:30 - 2:30 pm #10550 Mondays September 12 - December 13 4:30 - 5:30 pm

GYMNASTICS ASSESSMENTS (8 - 16 years)

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Open to students with previous gymnastics experience attempting to get into advance or pre-ad vanced levels. Sundays 12:15 - 12:30 pm Free - must register

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

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7 Story Circus

AERIAL ARTS: YOUTH BASICS (10 - 18 years)

AERIAL ARTS: YOUTH ADVANCED (10 - 18 years) 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. Instructor: 7 Story Circus #10509 Thursdays October 6 - December 8 6:00 - 7:30 pm Lewis Centre Gym $350/10

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 aerialists will have their own apparatus and train ing area to accommodate social distancing. Instructor: 7 Story Circus #10511 Wednesdays October 5 - December 7 4:00 - 5:30 pm Lewis Centre Gym $350/10

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. Instructor: 7 Story Circus #10510 Thursdays October 6 - December 8 4:00 - 5:30 pm Lewis Centre Gym $350/10

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• 7 Story Circus Member fee: $21/session to be paid to instructor at first class. • Rosin Available for purchase for $10. • Please read our COVID-19 protocols at www.7storycircus.com

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School’s Out

SK8 SCOOT SNOW (7 - 12 years)

GNARLY LITTLE CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR (9 - 19 years) We’re back! Be a part of Courte nay’s biggest Christmas Party and make extra cash this Christmas while showcasing your talents. Painting, photography, jewelry, art-cards, crafts, baking and more are all welcome in the 14th annual ‘just-for-youth’ craft fair! #10591 Sunday December 11 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Filberg Conference Hall $10/table

TWEEN PRO D (7 - 12 years) Enjoy your day off of school at The LINC! We’ll keep you busy play ing games, participating in cool activities, practicing your tricks in the skatepark, having fun in the games room and relaxing at the wave pool! #10611 Friday October 21 #10612 Thursday November 17

Let’s change up your winter break routine! Ride your skateboard or scooter and get tips and tricks from our skatepark staff as you cruise the street section and bowl. Or, challenge your friends to games and activities like dodge ball, air hockey, experiments and trips to the indoor pool! We’ll make sure you have an ac tion-packed week! #10609 Monday - Friday December 19 - 23 $175/5 #10610 Wednesday - Friday

8:30 am - 4:00 pm LINC Youth Centre $39

NEW YEAR’S EVE BAKE OFF (9 - 16 years)

December 28 - 30 9:00 am - 4:00 pm LINC Youth Centre $105/3

Create an assortment of holiday baking in this workshop. Cookies, bars, and treats galore; you’ll be a hit at the holiday parties and have all the goodies to ring in the New Year! Participants will leave with an assort ment of treats to share and a recipe book to continue the baking at home! #10588 Wednesday - Friday

December 28 - 30 10:00 am - 3:00 pm LINC Youth Centre Kitchen $99/3

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14th Annual Gnarly Little Christmas Craft Fair (9 - 19 years) Sunday December 11 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Filberg Conference Hall $10/table

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Register your table now and make extra cash this Christmas! Showcase your talents in painting, photography, jewelry, art-cards, baking & more at our annual Youth Christmas Craft Fair!

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YOUTH COUNCIL (9 - 17 years) Instructor: Gaelane Palardy #10589 Saturday October 15 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Native Sons Hall Lower Lodge $98 Join the LINC Youth Council and learn leadership and teamwork skills, and have fun within a peer group! We are advocates of respect and inclusivity and are looking for new members to help provide a youth voice and bring forward important issues to the centre. Help us plan, discuss and facilitate our monthly activities, special events and fundraisers and engage with the community. Learn more at our information meeting Thursday, October 6. #10607 Thursdays October 6 - May 26 4:00 - 5:00 pm LINC Multipurpose Room FREE AROMATHERY CREATE, MAKE AND TAKE (9 - 16 years) A fun, informative workshop on using aromatherapy. Let’s discov er the art of blending and using essential oils safely as create your custom bath salts. Taught by Reg istered Aromatherapist RA EOT Deanna Papineau. #10827 Tuesday October 18 5:30 - 7:00 pm The LINC $25 FOOD SAFE 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!

Special Interest MIXED MEDIA MEDIUMS (10 - 16 years) Get ready to explore your creative side. Each week you’ll learn about a different medium - acrylic and watercolour paint, collaging, char coal, chalk, and more! Then create cool projects practicing your new skills. #10597 Thursdays November 10 - December 15 5:30 - 7:00 pm LINC Multipurpose Room $85/6 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 be active and creative at The LINC. Come join us for skatepark power hour, crafts, table-top game tournaments and other fun activities facilitated by your favourite LINC staff! Wednesdays #10592 September 7 - 28 #10593 October 5 - 26 #10594 November 2 - 23 1:00 - 3:00 pm LINC Youth Centre $8/4 or $2.50/Drop-in

GHOUL SCHOOL (8 - 18 years)

Ghosts, goblins and creatures of the night, don’t miss out on planning with us for our annu al Halloween fright! Bring your imagination and get ready to scare as you learn to design, act, (or do both!) as we create one of the scariest Haunted Houses in the Comox Valley. Grab your ideas and join us for an informa tion meeting September 14 and don’t forget you can join us for a pre-planning session, August 24, both at 4:30pm. It is sure to be a

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howling good time! #10590 Wednesdays

September 14 - October 26 4:30 - 6:00 pm LINC Multipurpose Room FREE

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Skatepark Programs

JR SK8 STARS (5 - 7 years)

SCOOTERING 101 (6 - 12 years)

SK8 LIKE A GIRL (6 - 12 years)

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 10. Mondays #10595 September 12 - October 24 #10596 November 7 - December 12 4:00 - 4:45 pm LINC Indoor Skatepark $59/6 Build confidence learning the sport of skateboarding. We’ll re view the basics to get you cruising and then trying out a trick or two! This class is geared to beginner - novice skaters. No class October 10. Mondays #10603 September 12 - October 24 #10604 November 7 - December 12 5:00 - 6:00 pm LINC Indoor Skatepark $69/6 SCOOTER JAM (7 - 12 years) Jump on your scooter and go for a rip around the skatepark! Our instructor will help you refine your skills and guide you through tricks to keep you progressing. This class is geared towards novice-interme diate riders. Wednesdays #10605 September 14 - October 26 #10606 November 2 - December 14 4:30 - 5:30 pm LINC Youth Centre $80/7 SKATEBOARD FUNDAMENTALS (6 - 12 years)

Join us after school for a scoot around the indoor skatepark! Have fun developing in this sport as you learn tips from your in structors maneuvering 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. Wednesdays #10598 September 14 - October 26 #10599 November 2 - December 14 3:30 - 4:30 pm LINC Indoor Skatepark $80/7

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 girl friends and get ready to own the skatepark. Why should the boys have all the fun? Skateboards and safety equipment included. No class October 10. Mondays #10600 September 12 - October 24 #10601 November 7 - December 12 6:15 - 7:00 pm LINC Indoor Skatepark $59/6

PRIVATE SKATEBOARDING LESSONS (6 years & over)

Do you want to refine your skateboarding skills or get an edge up on your friends? Take a private lesson and our instructors can give you tips and tricks to keep you progressing. Semi-private lessons also available by request. Tuesdays September 13 - December 13

4:00 - 4:45 pm 5:00 - 5:45 pm 6:00 - 6:45 pm $22/lesson

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