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SPRING INTO ACTION with activities for every age and every ability, found on the pages indicated below in your desired municipality! Get Ready to Spring into Action!

CVRD page 32

Comox Rec page 2

| Courtenay Rec page 61 | Cumberland Rec page 118

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Cumberland Recreation CVRD Sports & Aquatic Centres starting on page 32 starting on page 61 starting on page 118 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....................................86 Volunteer Opportunities............................................................125 Financial Assistance for Recreation..........................................136 Community Groups.............. ............................................126 - 136 Community Directory. ...............................................................134

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Courtenay Recreation Table of Contents

The Comox Valley is a close-knit community, and that extends to our recreation departments. Courtenay, Comox, Cumberland, and the Comox Valley Regional recreation pass that would allow users to buy one pass that could be used at recreation facilities across all jurisdictions. What do you think about this idea? Would you use it? Let us know what you think. Learn more and fill out a quick online survey launching in March at www.courtenay.ca/ regionalpass. District are exploring the potential for a regional

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General

Facilities Cozy Corner Preschool..............63 Squash.........................................98 Registration..............................109 The LINC Youth Centre..............85 Wellness Centre.........................99 Lewis Centre Facility Rentals..112 Filberg Centre & Native Sons Hall Facility Rentals........113 Courtenay Parks......................114 Culture Groups........................117

Early Years (Preschool) ............. 64 Children’s Programs................ 69 Youth Programs....................... 81 Adult Programs........................ 88 Active Living. ........................... 99 Wellness Centre....................... 99 Fitness..................................... 102 Evergreen Club. ..................... 110 Adapted Programs Adapted Programs for Adults with Disabilities.............86

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

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 Facility Closures: April 7 Good Friday April 10 Easter Monday May 22 Victoria Day

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

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489 Old Island Highway, Courtenay 250-338-5371 courtenay.ca/cozycorner Now with a dedicated outdoor play space thanks to funding from Service Canada. Cozy Corner Preschool Ages 3 - 5 years at the Lewis Centre

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)

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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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SPRING BREAK FAMILY GYMNASTICS (all ages with an adult) Join us for our special Spring break family gymnastics all week long! Swing, bounce and play together as a family or with friends, as you get to explore and have fun on the best indoor playground around! Limited to 20 spots.

Instructor: Sheri Roffey #11289 Monday - Friday March 27 - 31 9:00 - 10:00 am

Lewis Centre Gym $6.50/child/drop-in

Parent Participation CHILDMINDING

CURIOUS CRAWLERS (0 - 18 months with adult) 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. #11581 Thursdays April 13 - June 29 MOM & BABY YOGA This class provides an opportu nity to bond with your baby as you regain strength, flexibility and balance while connecting with other moms and shar ing your experience. Open to babies six weeks until crawling. Instructor: Akiko Shima #11486 Wednesdays April 26 - June 28 3:00 - 4:00 pm Lewis Meeting Room $110/10 9:15 - 10:00 am Lewis MP Hall A $2/drop-in

WOBBLY WALKERS (6 months - 3 years with adult) 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 adventurers need ing a softer place to land. Adult Participation required. #11582 Thursdays 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 partici pate in different craft activities. This class is perfect for new and experienced parents! #11562 Mondays April 13 - June 29 10:30 - 11:30 am Lewis MP Hall A $2/drop-in

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. Monday 8:45 - 10:30 am Tuesday 8:45 -10:15 am Wednesdays 8:45 -10:15 am Thursdays 8:45 - 10:15 am Friday 10:15 - 11:45 am Saturday 8:45 - 10:15 am April 11 - June 30 $3/1½ hours $3.50/1¾ hours PARENT & TOT DANCE PARTY (2 - 5 years) This is a fun program for kids and their adults who want to move and dance. This less structured program will of fer guidance and movement through song while allowing participants the freedom to be creative. Instructor: Leigha Wald #11695 Mondays April 17 - May 15 1:15 - 1:45 pm Lewis Activity Room $29/5

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April 17 - May 1 1:00 - 2:00 pm Lewis Craft Room B $35/3

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Crafts & Cooking

DOODLE BUGS (3 - 5 years) Let’s get ready to doodle, draw and dive into our creative sides as we try out different art projects! This class is perfect for budding artists to come and explore different drawing and art materials. Pencils, pens, pastels and paint, - this class is perfection. #11554 Wednesdays April 19 - May 17 1:00 - 2:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $49/5 FAIRY TALE ADVENTURES (3 - 5 years) Let’s take a trip into Far Away lands with crafts, stories and dancing. Explore the world of Fairy Tales and find new magic every week. #11557 Thursdays May 18 - June 15 NATURE DISCOVERIES (3 - 5 years) Did you know that there are plants that eat bugs? Did you know a cucumber lives in the ocean? Both indoor and out door activities will take place so please come prepared for all 10:45 am - 12:00 pm Lewis Craft Room B $49/5

BUDDING BAKERS (3 - 5 years)

KOOKY COOKING (3 - 5 years) Create silly and delicious snacks every week while learning kitchen safety and cooking basics. #11555 Thursdays April 13 - May 11 1:00 - 2:15 pm Lewis Craft Room A $60/5 Enjoy fun, messy, outdoor art activities together! We will cre ate art inspired by our explo rations of the world around us. Dress for the weather and in clothes you don’t mind getting a little mucky. No class May 22. #11713 Mondays May 15 - June 19 NATURE CRAFTS (3 - 5 years)

Whisk, mix and flip up some fun while you bake a fun treat each week. They’ll alternate between sweet and savory snacks each week, while learning to safely roll, grate, pat, mix and spread. Experience cooking with all 5 senses, especially taste! #11553 Tuesdays

April 11 - May 9 9:30 - 11:00 am Lewis Craft Room A $75/5

LITTLE FOODIES (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. #11556 Wednesdays

10:00 am - 11:30 am Lewis Salish Building $75/5

April 19 - May 17 9:30 - 11:00 am Lewis Craft Room A $75/5

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kinds of weather. #11578 Thursdays

April 13 - May 11 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $75/5

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RHYTHM WITH RUTH (3 - 5 years) This is a great introduction to music! You’ll get experience with singing and basic music theory using a ukulele or a vari ety of rhythm instruments. No class May 22. #11712 Mondays April 24 - June 5 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Lewis Craft Room B $85/6 NATURE DETECTIVES (3 - 5 years) Get outside and learn about the nature around you! It’s time to take curious kids outside to hop on the trails and explore. You’ll spend most of your time outside exploring bugs, birds, animals and plants. You will play different games and make nature crafts. #11714 Tuesdays May 16 - June 20

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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 astronauts get ready for their trips, what they pack for the journey, and even make your own space suit. #11552 Fridays April 14 - May 12 1:00 - 2:15 pm Lewis Craft Room B $60/5 PRESCHOOL ACRO (3 - 5 years) Build confidence and gain awareness in this 6 week class. Acro is a balance of dance and gymnastics and for children under 5, it provides them with a great starting point to increase flexibility, strength and versatili ty! Have fun playing Acro-based games, taking part in obstacle courses and instructional skill development! Instructor: Leigha Wald Mondays

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. #11561 Fridays

May 19 - June 16 9:30 - 11:00 am Lewis Craft Room A $75/5

10:30 am - 12:00 pm Lewis Salish Building $75/6

Meet Leigha! Leigha believes that every child connects to their “true self” through play, structured environments and supportive leadership. Leigha has been instructing students through all forms of dance for 26 years. She obtained her BFA at SFU and has trained with Acrobatic Through technique and a love for movement, each child is given the tools to blossom and thrive. Arts and American Ballet Theatre, among others.

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#11690 April 17 - May 15 #11691 May 29 - June 26 2:10 - 2:55 pm Lewis Centre Gym $49/5

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Sports

PARENT & TOT SPORTS TIME

LI’L BALLERS (3 - 5 years) Li’l Ballers introduces your child to the basics of Basketball! Through fun games, activities and skill development, learn how to bounce the ball, pass to teammates, shoot on our mini basketball hoops and develop basic fundamental movements and agility! Learn a new sport and meet other Li’l Ballers! Par ent participation as needed. Tuesdays

LI’L KICKS SOCCER (3 - 5 years) Run, kick, pass, shoot, dribble and practice skill based games as we introduce you to basic soccer skills. Learn how fun it is to be part of a team as you develop your listening skills, physical co-ordination, team work and fitness. Depending on the weather, we may try to get outside and play on the grass! Parent participation as needed. Saturdays

(6 years & under with 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 instruc tor will facilitate large group games for a portion of the program. Adult participation is required. No class May 20. #11699 Saturdays

April 15 - June 10 10:00 - 11:00 am April 16 - May 14 9:15 - 10:15 am Lewis MP Hall $4/child/drop-in

#11705 April 18 - May 16 #11706 May 23 - June 20 10:30 - 11:15 am Lewis MP Hall $45/5

#11754 Sundays

#11638 April 15 - May 13 #11639 May 27 - June 24

9:00 - 9:45 am Lewis MP Hall $45/5

TOTS FLOOR HOCKEY (3 - 5 years)

T-BALL (4 - 6 years)

Boys and girls will learn the basics of Floor Hockey! Start off with a mini sports warm-up, then you’ll focus on learning the skills and drills that emphasize how to stick handle, shoot, pass, play defense and most importantly, have fun! Parent participation as needed. #11710 Thursdays April 27 - June 1 11:15 am - 12:00 pm Lewis Centre Gym $54/6 Register ONLINE at courtenay.ca/reconline

Throw, catch, hit and run your way through this fun introduc tory 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 out door depending on weather. All equipment is supplied. Parent participation as needed. Wednesdays

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#11700 April 19 - May 17 #11701 May 24 - June 21 10:15 - 11:00 am

Lewis Centre Gym/Lewis Park Ball Diamond $45/5

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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 at first and working towards in dependent play, as an instructor leads you through individual ba sic skill, moving safely around the gym, getting along with others, offering and accepting new ideas. No class May 22 & 23. Instructor: Sheri Roffey & Breanne #11636 Mondays April 17 - June 26 1:00 - 2:00 pm Lewis Centre Gym $140/10 Instructor: Sheri Roffey & Carla #11635 Tuesdays 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 the gymnastics equipment with our experienced and fun gymnastics instructors leading the way! Chil dren must be crawling. Limited to 20 spots. No class May 21, 22 & 23. #11703 Sundays April 16 - June 25 9:15 - 10:15 am #11702 Mondays April 18 - June 27 10:15 - 11:15 am Lewis Centre Gym $140/10 FAMILY GYMNASTICS (all ages with an adult)

KINDERGYM WITH TRAMPOLINE (3 - 5 years) Take those first little steps into organized gymnastics, guided by your fun and knowledgeable gymnastics staff! You’ll learn basic movements, play games, run, roll, climb and explore on all the equipment set up in our gym! This class could help your child realize their love for gymnastics, help focus some of their energy and help them work towards independent play! No class May 23. Instructor: Sheri Roffey & Carla #11637 Tuesdays April 18 - June 27 1:00 - 2:00 pm Lewis Centre Gym $140/10

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 while making new friends! No class May 22. Instructor: Sheri Roffey & Breanne #11620 Mondays

April 17 - June 26 10:45 - 11:45 am Lewis Centre Gym $140/10

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Why should your child learn to PLAY in gymnastics? By PLAYing in a foundation sport, children learn skills that prepare them to participate in almost every oth er sport! These fundamental body management skills are taught through the movement patterns such as: running, rolling, climbing, crawling and playing. As children continue to learn these FUNdamentals, they develop a full range of physical abilities (endurance, strength, power & flexibility) and motor abilities (agili ty, balance, coordination and speed).

April 17 - June 26 12:00 - 1:00 pm

#11704 Tuesdays

April 18 - June 27 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Lewis Centre Gym $6.50/child/drop-in

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Fine Arts CLAY SCULPTING (7 - 14 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. Instructor: David Thrasher #11507 Saturdays

ART & STORYBOOK FAMILY FUN (0 - 12 years)

Join TaraLee and Daina for month ly seasonally themed stories and art projects. This parent/adult and child program is created for your family to join us for a creative experience. Instructor: TaraLee Houston #11759 Saturdays

Explore clay through a variety of techniques and projects such as pinch pots, coil-throwing, and mask-making. No class May 22. Instructor: Jenja McIntyre Mondays April 17 - June 12 #11543 3:00 - 4:30 pm (7 - 10 years) #11544 5:00 - 6:30 pm (10 - 14 years) Lewis Craft Room B $199/8

May 6 & June 3 9:30 - 11:30 am Lewis Salish Building FREE

April 15 - June 24 10:00 - 11:00 am Lewis Meeting Room $68/11

Birthday Parties

GYMNASTICS/ TRAMPOLINE BIRTHDAY (5 - 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 party May 21. Sundays starting April 16

SPORTS SIZZLER BIRTHDAY (5 - 14 years)

LEGO BIRTHDAY BASH (5 - 14 years) 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. No party May 20. Saturdays starting April 22 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Lewis Craft Room A & B $125

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. Host Parent must be present. No party May 20. Saturdays starting April 22 1:00 - 3:00 pm Lewis Centre Gym & Craft Room B $125

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11:15 am - 1:15 pm Lewis Centre Gym $140

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Kitchen Adventures BAKING BUDDIES (5 - 8 years)

COOKS & CRAFTS (7 - 12 years)

GLOBAL COOKING (7 - 11 years)

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! #11551 Wednesdays May 24 - June 21 4:00 - 6:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $99/5 HOME SCHOOL COOK OFF (7 - 12 years) Are you ready to take on the kitchen? In this delicious, hands on class we will explore the basics of the kitchen, try out new ingredi ents and try your hand at adding your own special twist to classic recipes! #11757 Thursdays May 25 - June 22 1:00 - 2:30 pm Lewis Craft Room A $99/5

Tantalize your taste buds and satisfy your imagination as you create savory dishes and craft the day away. At the end of the course you will bring home a book of tasty recipes and creative craft creations. No class May 22. #11550 Mondays

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! #11579 Saturdays

May 1 - June 5 3:30 - 5:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $75/5

April 15 - May 13 1:15 - 2:45 pm Lewis Craft Room A $99/5

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KITCHEN BASICS (6 - 11 years)

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! #11369 Wednesdays April 19 - May 17 4:00 - 5:30 pm Lewis Craft Room A $99/5

Benefits to Getting Kids Cooking: - Aids in literacy, language and STEAM skills - Encourages children to try new foods - Creates early core competen cies in life skills - Fine motor skills development - Boosts self confidence

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School’s Out 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 experienced coaches and athletes

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 Monday - Friday March 27 - 31 #11009 10:00 - 11:30 am 5 - 7 years #11010 12:00 - 1:30 pm 8 -12 years Lewis Centre Gym $75/5 SPRING BREAK CAMP: EVERYTHING AND MORE (5 - 12 years)

SPRING BREAK 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! #11003 Monday - Thursday April 3 - 6 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Lewis MP Hall $160/4

from our local track club. #11671 Monday - Thursday March 27 - 30 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Vanier Track $89/4 #11672 Monday - Thursday April 3 - 6 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Vanier Track $89/4

SPRING BREAK CAMP: ADVENTURES IN STEAM (5 - 12 years) School may be out, but the fun doesn’t stop! Come explore the fundamentals of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Mathematics) with us as we cre ate, bake and play the week away. You’ll have so much fun, you won’t even know you’re learning along the way! #11185 Monday - Friday March 27 - 31

School’s out and we’ve got your ticket to fun! Join us for a little of every thing and more! We’ll bake, create, play fun games and explore as we make new friends and get silly. Each day will have a new, exciting theme and more fun filled activities! #11184 Monday - Thursday April 3 - 6

8:30 am - 4:30 pm Lewis Craft Room A $160/4

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

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SUPER HERO SCIENCE (5 - 8 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! #11549 Fridays April 21 - May 19 3:45 - 5:15 pm Lewis Craft Room A $75/5 BRICK QUEST (5 - 8 years) Calling all Master Builders! Do you enjoy using your hands to solve challenges and figure out how things work? Then you will love this program where you will be tasked with solving a variety of engineering and design problems with Lego. #11715 Saturdays 1:00 - 2:30 pm May 27 - June 17 Lewis Craft Room A $49/4 VOLUNTEER INFORMATION & GAMES NIGHT (12 years & over) It’s National Volunteer Apprecia tion Week! Join us for an evening of games, socializing and appreci ation for our amazing volunteers. We will provide snacks, fun and information on how you can get involved with your community through volunteering! This event is open to current and prospective volunteers. #11746 Wednesday April 19

Special Interest ECO HEROES (6 - 9 years) Calling all Heroes and young envi ronmental stewards! We need you to join our team as we explore the natural wonders around us and learn about it all from big to small.

MAD SCIENTISTS (7 - 11 years)

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, circuits, it’s all part of this wild and fun science

We’ll create super tools, learn about ant’s super strength and become Eco Super Heroes! #11548 Thursdays May 18 - June 15 4:00 - 5:30 pm Lewis Salish Building $75/5 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. #11547 Tuesdays May 23 - June 20 4:00 - 5:30 pm Lewis Craft Room B $75/5

based program! #11366 Tuesdays

April 18 - May 16 3:30 - 5:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $75/5

SKILL BUILDER (6 - 10 years) Join us each week a 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! #11546 Thursdays April 20 - May 18 3:30 - 5:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $75/5

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5:30 - 7:30 pm LINC MP Room FREE

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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: Mackenzie Moore Saturday & Sunday #11696 April 8 - 9 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 #11697 May 27 - 28 #11698 June 17 - 18 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Lewis Meeting Room $69/2

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 $35 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 #11536 Wednesdays April 12 - June 21 #11536 3:30 - 4:30 pm (5 - 7 years) #11537 5:00 - 6:00 pm (8 - 11 years) Lewis Craft Room B $144/11

PRIVATE SKATEBOARDING

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 starting April 11

4:00 - 4:45 pm 5:00 - 5:45 pm 6:00 - 6:45 pm LINC Indoor Skatepark $23

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Meet Mackenzie! Mackenzie is a Recreation Program Leader and a third-year nursing student. When she’s not working, she actively involved in the health care system. As an instructor, her commitment is to ensure the learning

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environment is engaging and FUN. By incorporating various ways of learning, Mackenzie hopes to optimize the learning experience. Mackenzie feels privileged and excited to be working and supporting the youth by creating a safe, fun environment to learn, play and be part of the community.

#11723 Saturday April 22 #11724 Saturday May 13 #11725 Saturday June 24

9:00 am - 12:00 pm Lewis Salish Building $30

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Sports

FLOOR HOCKEY (8 - 12 years)

SCHOOL’S OUT BASKETBALL SKILLS

CHILDREN’S BEGINNER ARCHERY (7 - 12 years) Children will learn the basics of Archery including proper stance, Archery safety, self control and how-to setup and use a bow and arrow. Challenge yourself as you develop concentration skills, strength, improve hand eye coor dination, listening skills, build con fidence and so much more. You’ll gain an understanding of this fun sport which has a long history! No class May 20. Saturdays April 22 - June 3 7 - 9 years #11568 11:30 am - 12:30 pm 10 - 12 years #11748 12:30 - 1:30 pm Lewis MP Hall $72/6 This super fun intro to Volleyball program gives kids the opportuni ty to learn the basic fundamental skills and knowledge of the game - bump, pass, volley, spike, service... smash! Kids will play games and compete in friendly, drills, eventu ally leading to game play and work on progressing week to week! All levels of experience welcome. #11707 Wednesdays April 26 - May 31 SMASHBALL (7 - 11 years)

Grab your stick and join your friends for some good old fash ioned fun hockey. We will prac tice skills like passing, shooting and stick handling, then end the program putting those skills to use in a scrimmage. Be sure to wear runners and bring water. No class May 22. #11570 Mondays April 24 - June 5

& GAMES (8 - 12 years)

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

4:00 - 5:00 pm Lewis MP Hall $63/6

#11641 April 18 - May 16 #11642 May 23 - June 20

3:30 - 4:30 pm Lewis MP Hall $55/5

INDOOR SOCCER (9 - 12 years)

JUNIOR SOCCER KIDS (6 - 8 years) Come join us in the Junior Soccer kids’ program where you’ll work on developing your dribbling, passing and shooting skills (or per haps learn some new ones)! Fun relay games, activities and real Soccer game play will help you feel more confident and help get you used to playing with teammates. #11709 Thursdays April 27 - June 1

This co-ed indoor soccer program will teach the basic skills involved in the great game of Soccer! You’ll learn how to dribble, pass, shoot and how to work as a team. The first portion of class we will work on drills and skills, then end every session with game play by putting those skills to good use! #11708 Thursdays April 27 - June 8

4:45 - 5:45 pm Lewis MP Hall $63/6

3:45 - 4:15 pm Lewis MP Hall $45/6

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4:45 - 5:45 pm Lewis MP Hall $63/6

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WOO KIM TAEKWONDO JUNIORS (8 years & over) Taekwondo is a Korean martial art and an Olympic sport known for it’s dynamic kicks. Taekwondo offers students a combination of physical and mental development. Starting at white belt, students will progress through the coloured belt system while learning exciting kicks, dynamic hand strikes and self defense all in a supportive, inclusive and structured learning environment. Students will build confidence, strength, endurance, coordination, flexibility, and reflex reactions. Sanctioned by Taekwon do BC and Taekwondo Canada. No class May 18. #11663 Green & Lower Tuesdays & Thursdays April 11 - June 22 4:40 - 5:30 pm Green & Lower Native Sons Grand Hall $220/21 #11664 Blue Stripe to Black Tuesdays & Thursdays April 11 - June 22 5:50 - 6:40 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $220/21

WOO KIM INTRO TO TAEKWONDO (5 - 10 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 19. #11655 Fridays April 14 - June 9 4:00 - 4:30 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $79/8 Martial Arts

WOO KIM TAEKWONDO TIGERS (5 - 8 years) Taekwondo is a Korean Martial Art and Olympic sport. 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-op eration, and focus. Sanctioned by Taekwondo BC and Taekwondo Canada. No class May 18. #11665 Tuesdays & Thursdays April 11 - June 22 3:45 - 4:20 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $210/21

WOO KIM TAEKWONDO ADULT (13 years & over)

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This fast-paced program is designed to give participants a full body workout all while building a new skill. Taekwondo is a Korean martial art and a recognized Olympic sport. Known for it’s dynamic, powerful kicks Taekwondo is a rewarding outlet for everyone. Improve strength, endurance, coordination, flexibility and balance skills, all while reach ing new heights of self confidence. Sanctioned by the BC and Canadian Taekwondo Federations. Taught by 4th Dan Black Belt Richard Dobbs. No class May 18. #11662 Tuesdays & Thursdays April 11 - June 22 7:00 - 8:00 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $276/21

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7 Story Circus

AERIAL ARTS: YOUTH BASICS (10 - 18 years)

AERIAL ARTS: YOUTH INTERMEDIATE/ ADVANCED (10 - 18 years) This class is for aerialists with previous experience. This class fo cuses on skill building, technique, strength, endurance, creative movement & much more. We will work towards creating acts to present in our spring show. Instructor: Kaya Kehl #11718 Wednesdays April 12 - June 14 4:00 - 5:30 pm Lewis Centre Gym $412.50/11

AERIAL ARTS: YOUTH ADVANCED (10 - 18 years) This class is for aerialists with previous experience. This class fo cuses on skill building, technique, strength, endurance, creative movement & much more. We will work towards creating acts to present in our spring show. Instructor: Kaya Kehl #11722 Thursdays April 13 - June 15 6:00 - 7:30 pm Lewis Centre Gym $412.50/11

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, you’ll start close the ground and gain height as your confidence and abilities increase. We will work towards creating acts to present in our spring show. Instructor: Kaya Kehl #11720 Thursdays April 13 - June 15 4:00 - 5:30 pm Lewis Centre Gym $412.50/11 COMMUNITY CIRCUS 1 Join 7 Story Circus! Discover the magical & inspiring world of circus arts. Climb: aerial fabric. Juggle: scarves, balls, rings & clubs. Spin: staff, poi, diablo, flower-sticks & plates. Balance: stilts, rola-bola, & partner acrobatics. Play: Improvi sation & performance games. Be inspired & amazed by your own abilities! No class April 28. Instructor: Kaya Kehl Fridays April 14 - May 26 #11761 4:00 - 5:00 pm (6 - 9 years) #11762 5:00 - 6:00 pm (9 - 12 years) Lewis Centre Gym $150/6

A separate $25 7 STORY CIRCUS membership fee must be paid to the instructor at the first class.

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Dance

PARENT & TOT DANCE PARTY (2 - 5 years with adult) This is a fun program for kids and their adults who want to move and dance. This less structured program will offer guidance and movement through song while allowing participants the freedom to be creative. Instructor: Leigha Wald #11695 Mondays April 17 - May 15 1:15 - 1:45 pm Lewis Activity Room $29/5

HIP HOP HOORAY! (5 - 7 years) This street style is bound to leave your child smiling with this grounded, rhythmical dance style! Come out and learn the basics of break dancing and groove to your favourite tunes! Instructor: Leigha Wald Mondays

TWEEN STRETCH AND STRENGTH/LYRICAL COMBO (8 - 11 years) Join us in the perfect combo class for fitness and expression. Work on your strength and flexibility and end the class learning a com bination that emulates all your favourite “So You Think You Can Dance” routines. Come out and leave it all on the floor. No class May 20. Instructor: Leigha Wald #11694 Saturdays April 22 - June 3 3:00 - 4:00 pm Lewis Activity Room $75/6

#11692 April 17 - May 15 #11693 May 29 - June 26 4:00 - 4:45 pm

Lewis Activity Room $49/5

ACRO BASICS Join us for a fun class geared to increase strength and flexibility as well as overall confidence in all inversions and Acro tricks. From teddy bear stands to headstands and cartwheels, we will cover all of the progressions to build the foundational elements needed to take things to the next level! No class May 20. Instructor: Leigha Wald Saturdays #11726 12:15 - 1:15 pm (5 - 8 years) #11727 1:45 - 2:45 pm (9 - 12 years) April 22 - June 3 Lewis Activity Room $75/6

THE DANCE SAMPLER (8 - 11 years)

Try out Lyrical, Jazz and Acro in this fun 6-week class which will introduce you to these three styles of dance. Classes include a cardio-based warm-up, technique and combos that are sure to light you up and excite both mind and

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body. No class May 20. Instructor: Leigha Wald #11689 Saturdays April 22 - June 3

11:00 am - 12:00 pm Lewis Activity Room $75/6

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HISTORICAL FENCING (13 years & over) Join us in restoring this medieval martial art. Learn to use the Long sword, Rapier & Dagger, Sword & Shield, Dagger, Quarterstaff, and many more just like they did in the 1300-1600’s. This is a great intro duction to HEMA (Historical Euro pean Martial Arts) and a great way to prepare for joining your local historical fencing club! Beginners to advanced participants welcome. Any sparring during the program will be safe and appropriate for the age and ability of the group. Instructor: Chad Herbert #11730 Tuesdays April 18 - June 20 Tibetan White Crane Kung Fu develops whole body fitness through a set of controlled movements and sequences. This fast-paced class provides an introduction to Kung Fu and is suitable for those looking to build agility, learn self-defense and improve overall well-being. Each session will consist of a warm-up, practice of basic movements, and training adjusted to individual level and progression. Instructor: Tom Haber #11613 Wednesdays April 12 - June 28 6:45 - 8:00 pm Native Sons Lower Level $150/12 5:00 - 6:00 pm Lewis MP Hall $110/10 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 pro gram, you will progress through strength, body control, co-ordina tion, timing, balance and self-con fidence. Best of all, you will have a whole lot of fun! No class May 23. Instructor: Sheri, Carla & Bodhi Tuesdays April 18 - June 27

FAMILY GYMNASTICS (all ages with an adult) Explore and have fun on the best indoor playground around! Swing, bounce, play and have a good time on the gymnastics equipment with our experienced and fun gymnas tics instructors leading the way! Chldren must be crawling. Limited to 20 spots. No class May 21, 22 & 23. #11703 Sundays April 16 - June 25 9:15 - 10:15 am #11702 Mondays

April 17 - June 26 12:00 - 1:00 pm

#11653 4:30 - 5:30 pm #11654 3:30 - 4:30 pm

#11704 Tuesdays

Lewis Centre Gym $165/10

April 18 - June 27 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Lewis Centre Gym $6.50/child/drop-in

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 class May 21. Instructor: Sheri Roffey & Carla #11640 Sundays

April 16 - June 25 10:15 - 11:15 am Lewis Centre Gym $165/10

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BOYS & GIRLS ADVANCED (8 years & over)

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 ratuses. #11560 Sundays April 16 - June 25 1:30 - 2:30 pm #11559 Mondays April 17 - June 26 4:30 - 5:30 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. Coach approval required. #11619 Sundays April 16 - June 25 2:30 - 4:00 pm #11618 Mondays April 17 - June 26 6:00 - 7:30 pm Coach approval is required for registration in Pre-Advanced & Advanced classes. This advanced class is for athletes who are experienced and strong in the base fundamental skills and are physically and mentally ready to advance. #11573 Sundays April 16 - June 25 2:30 - 4:00 pm #11572 Mondays April 17 - June 26 6:00 - 7:30 pm GIRLS PRE-ADVANCED (8 years & over)

Gymnastics

Our gymnastics programs focus on the three F’s – Fun, Fitness and Fundamentals. 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 F’s, every fourth class will be a games day. 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 May 21, 22 & 23. Instructors: Sheri Roffey, Carla, Breanne, Vanessa. Boys & Girls Gymnastics $165/10 Lewis Centre Gym Pre-advanced & Advanced $195/10 Lewis Centre Gym

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. #11616 Sundays April 16 - June 25 1:30 - 2:30 pm #11617 Mondays April 17 - June 26 4:30 - 5:30 pm

BOYS & GIRLS MIXED GYMNASTICS (5 - 7 years) Your experienced, fun and en ergetic instructors will lead you through a thorough warm-up and then will help you to learn the fun damentals of gymnastics, develop your individual skills, increase strength, flexibility and stamina. #11540 Sundays

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April 16 - June 25 12:30 - 1:30 pm April 17 - June 26 3:30 - 4:30 pm

#11539 Mondays

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School’s Out CHOPPED (9 - 16 years) 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 or salad, appetizer, entrée or dessert and scored on a va riety of criteria. Will you be part of the winning team? Prizes included! #11163 Monday - Friday March 27 - 31 10:30 - 2:30 pm LINC Youth Centre $155/5 SB

SPRING BREAK SMASH UP (10 years & over) Enjoy an action-packed spring break! Each day we’ll load the bus for a different adventure including outdoor exploration, games and outtrips! Activi ties are subject to change and weather permitting. April 3 - 6 #11285 Monday Archery Tag #11286 Tuesday Go Karts #11288 Wednesday Horne Lake Caves #11293 Thursday Laser Tag 9:00 am - 4:00 pm $55/day SB

SK8 SCOOT SWIM (7 - 12 years) SK8, Scoot and Swim your way into Spring Break! Ride your skateboard or scooter and get tips and tricks from our skate park staff as you cruise the street section and bowl. Or, challenge your friends to games and activities like dodge-ball, air hockey, trips to the indoor pool and more! We’ll make sure you have an action-packed week! No camp April 7. #11161 Monday - Friday March 27 - 31 $175/5 #11162 Monday - Thursday April 3 - 6 SB

9:00 am - 4:00 pm LINC Youth Centre $140/4

Birthday Parties

More times added!

(8 - 18 years) Register for an original birthday party package. Host parent must be present. Maximum 12 participants. We organize the games, provide supervision, and clean up! Choose from a variety of themes: • dodgeball • skatepark • karaoke • all about girls Or combine themes to make a party all your own! No parties May 6, 20 or 21 . Saturdays starting April 15 12:30 - 2:30 pm or Sundays starting April 16 10:30 am - 12:30 pm or 1:00 - 3:00 pm or 3:30 - 5:30 pm $125 $165 (3 large pizzas) $170 (make & take - tie dye t-shirts or slime) $210 (make & take & 3 large pizzas) • gaming • general • make & take (tie-dye t-shirts or slime)

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Special Interest

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! Show case your talents in crafts, art, baking, jewelry, photography and more! Part of the LINC’s BC

BEGINNER GUITAR (12 - 18 years) Join us for an intro to gui tar! You’ll learn a major scale utilziing all the fingers on one harnd and how to make enough chords to play thousands of songs! Please bring a guitar, tuner and notebook. Rentals may be available upon request, please email linc@courtenay.ca. Instructor: Bobby Herron #11390 Thursdays May 11 - June 15 6:45 - 7:45 pm LINC Multipurpose Room $60/6

HOMESCHOOLER REC (8 - 17 years) Homeschooler Rec offers you a special pre-registered time slot to be active and creative. Join us for the skatepark, crafts, game tourneys and other fun activi ties. Drop-ins welcome. Wednesdays #11435 April 12 - 26 $6/3 #11436 May 3 - 31 $10/5 #11437 June 7 - 28 $8/4 1:00 - 3:00 pm LINC Games Room $2.50/drop-in

Youth Week Festivities! #11433 Saturday May 6

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11:00 am - 3:00 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $10/table

LINC Spring Break Hours: March 28 - April 8

Tuesdays

Wednesdays

Thursdays

Fridays

Saturdays

3 - 9 pm 3 - 11 pm 3 - 11 pm

3 - 8 pm 3 - 9 pm

Closed Sunday & Monday. Regular drop-in hours (see page 85) resume April 11.

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