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Parent Participation

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TEENY WEENY HALLOWEENY

PARENT & TOT SPORTS TIME

SANTA BABY (1 month - 3 years with adult) Celebrate your baby’s first hol iday season by making mem orable keepsakes. Create fun gifts and ornaments to make long lasting memories for your friends and families. #12480 Mondays

(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 ghostly games with your tot. Take part in a costume parade around the Lewis Centre

PARENT & TOT PLAYTIME (1 - 6 years 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 instructor will facilitate large group games for a portion of the program. Adult participation required. No class September 30 & November 11. #12338 Tuesdays 10:30 - 11:30 am Lewis Centre $4/drop-in facilitate large group games for a portion of the program. Adult participation required. No class September 30 & November 11. #12334 Saturdays September 23 - December 9 10:00 - 11:00 am #12335 Sundays September 24 - December 10 9:15 - 10:15 am Lewis Centre Gym $4/drop-in HOLIDAY PARENT & TOT PLAYTIME (6 years & under) Join us for an hour of Holiday Play! We’ll run, jump and sing! Parent Participation is required #12608 Wednesday - Friday December 20 - 22, 27 - 29 Lewis MP Hall Free 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

December 4 - 18 9:30 - 10:30 am Lewis Craft Room B $29/3

on the last day. #12482 Mondays

October 16 - 30 1:30 - 2:30 pm Lewis Craft Room B $29/3

CURIOUS CRAWLERS

CHILDMINDING Our excellent childminding service offers a safe, friendly and fun environment for your child while you attend our programs or use the Wellness Centre. Monday - Thursday 8:45 - 10:30 am 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 wob blers and explore our fun toys. An area will have mats for those little adventurers needing a soft er place to land. Adult Participa tion required. #12606 Thursdays September 14 - December 14 Lewis MP Hall A $2/drop-in WOBBLY WALKERS (6 months - 3 years with adult) Do you have a little wobbly

(0 - 18 months with adult) Is your little one starting to explore 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. #12602 Thursdays September 14 - December 14 Lewis MP Hall A $2/drop-in

Friday 10:15 - 11:45 am Saturday 8:45 - 10:15 am $3/1½ hours

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PARENT & TOT CREATION STATION (1 month - 7 years with adult) Join local Artist TaraLee Houston on Wednesday’s for creative fun with your littles. We’ll explore various art mediums while we play the morning away. Please only register one family member when registering. #12605 Wednesdays September 13 - December 13 Lewis Salish Building $4/family PARENT TO TOT STORY AND CREATE (3 - 5 years) Do you or your preschooler need time to warm up to inde pendence? Join us for our first “Parent to Tot” program intend ed to slowly introduce parents and their preschoolers to independent programming. We will begin the session all togeth er as we explore stories, crafts and baking. As the program continues, parents will be asked to enjoy some time alone while kiddos continue to play and explore. Enjoy a tea party with your little on the last class to celebrate the bravery, resilience and growth of parent and tot. #12251 Tuesdays September 12 - October 17

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CREATIVE CRITTERS (3 - 5 years) Let’s get ready to doodle, draw and dive into our creative sides as we learn about different art materials! This class is perfect for budding artists to come and explore different art materials and creative prompts. Pencils, pens, pastels and paint, - this class is perfection. #12452 Mondays September 11 - October 23 1:00 - 2:00 pm Lewis Craft Room B $45/5 Arts & Crafts

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. #12449 Wednesdays September 20 - October 25

10:45 am - 12:00 pm Lewis Craft Room B $55/6

10:30 am - 12:00 pm Lewis Craft Room B $60/6

Financial Access Programs: Apply for discounts that provide healthy lifestyle opportunities through two programs: 1. Recreation Access Program Discounts on programs for City of Courtenay residents who live below Statistics Canada low income thresholds. 2. LEAP Regional program open to anyone in the Comox Valley.

Register ONLINE at courtenay.ca/reconline For updates & schedule changes, go to www.courtenay.ca/rec

Provides 52 free admissions to drop-in activities. Ask us how to apply for either program! 250-338-5371 or 250-338-1000

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Special Interest

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FESTIVE BAKERS (3 - 5 years)

KOOKY COOKING (3 - 5 years)

WORLD EXPLORERS (3 - 5 years) Come travel around the world with us through crafts, cooking and stories! We’ll explore every thing from the animals of the rain forest to yummy treats from other parts of the world. #12454 Wednesdays PRENATAL YOGA Going through many changes during pregnancy, prenatal yoga will help you to adjust, strength en, stretch and relax your body. It is a great way to connect to your body, breath, mind and baby. The class will be lead by a certified birth Doula. All levels welcome. Instructor: Akiko Shima Wednesdays #12323 September 6 - December 20 6:30 - 7:45 pm Lewis Meeting Room $200/16 November 1 - 29 10:00 - 11:30 am Lewis Salish Building $60/5

Cook up some festive magic with us! We’ll bake delicious cookies and create other scrumptious treats as we make friends and learn along the way! #12456 Tuesdays November 14 - December 12 1:00 - 2:15 pm Lewis Craft Room A $60/5 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 sharing your experience. Open to babies six weeks until crawling. Class will be cancelled one week prior to start date if insufficient regis tration. Instructor: Akiko Shima Wednesdays #12322 September 6 - October 25 #12640 November 1 - December 20 3:00 - 4:00 pm Lewis Meeting Room $90/8

Create silly and delicious snacks every week while learning kitch en safety and cooking basics. Our secret ingredient is FUN! #12450 Fridays September 22 - October 27 1:00 - 2:15 pm Lewis Craft Room A $60/5 TODDLER YOGA (2 - 5 years) Introduce your little ones to yoga early! This fun class includes breathing practices, songs, stretches, silly wiggles, and ani mal sounds. We try to keep our expectations low on how many yoga poses the little ones actu ally do and focus on having fun. While the class is geared towards kids aged 2-5, parents are wel come to join in the stretches too. Instructor: Kelly Yaskiw Wednesdays #12485 September 15 - October 20 $45/6 #12486 October 27 - December 8 $55/7 9:00 - 9:45 am Lewis Meeting Room

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Active Adventures PRESCHOOL ACRO (3 - 5 years) Build confidence and gain

LI’L KICKS SOCCER (3 - 5 years)

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 September 14 - October 19 9:30 - 10:45 am Lewis Craft Room B $60/6 OUTDOOR EXPLORERS (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 differ ent games and make nature crafts. #12455 Thursdays October 26 - November 30 1:00 - 2:30 pm Lewis Salish Building $60/6 own space suit. #12229 Thursdays

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 de velop your listening skills, physi cal co-ordination, teamwork and fitness. Parent participation as needed. No class September 30 & October 7. Saturdays #12260 September 23 - November 4 9:00 - 9:45 am Lewis MP Hall $50/5 #12261 November 18 - December 9

awareness in this class. Acro is a balance of dance and gym nastics for children under 5. It provides children with a great starting point to increase flexibil ity, strength and versatility! Have fun playing Acro-based games, taking part in obstacle courses and instructional skill develop ment! No class October 2, 9, & November 13. Instructor: Leigha Wald Mondays #12566 November 20 - December 11 #12567 October 16 - November 6 2:10 - 2:55 pm Lewis Centre Gym $49/4 DANCE AND CRAFT (3 - 5 years)

9:00 - 9:45 am Lewis MP Hall $36/4

Get your creativity flowing as we create and move! Everyday we will get our bodies moving with energetic dance parties and cool our bodies down as we craft up loads of fun!! Instructor: Leigha Wald #12571 Thursdays September 21 - October 26

Look for this symbol throughout Courtenay Rec pages for programs that incorporate Physical Literacy. See page 79 for more info.

10:45 am - 12:15 pm Lewis Craft Room B $75/6

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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 October 2, 9 & November 13. Instructor: Sheri Roffey #12264 Mondays September 18 - December 18 Gymnastics FAMILY GYMNASTICS (1 years & 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 October 2, 8, 9, 10, 31 10:45 - 11:45 am Lewis Centre Gym $185/11

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INTRO TO GYMNASTICS (3 - 5 years)

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 and help focus some of their en ergy! No class October 10 & 31. Instructor: Sheri Roffey #12265 Tuesdays September 19 - December 19 1:00 - 2:00 pm Lewis Centre Gym $175/12

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 October 2, 9, 10, 31 & November 13. Instructor: Sheri Roffey #12266 Mondays September 18 - December 18 1:00 - 2:00 pm Lewis Centre Gym $185/11 #12267 Tuesdays September 19 - December 19

10:15 - 11:15 am Lewis Centre Gym $200/12

& November 13. #12330 Mondays

September 18 - December 18 12:00 - 1:00 pm

#12332 Sundays

September 17 - December 17 9:15 - 10:15 am

#12331 Tuesdays

September 19 - December 19 11:30 - 12:30 pm

Lewis Centre Gym $6.50/child/drop-in

Drop-in begins in person 15 minutes before class start times.

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ELF ACADEMY (5 - 8 years)

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 vari ety of engineering and design problems with Lego. No class November 11. #12458 Saturdays October 21 - November 25 12:00 - 1:30 pm Lewis Craft Room A $55/5 COMIC KIDS (7 - 12 years) Do you love the action of a good comic book? Have you ever thought about making your own comic strip? Learn about story boards, character development and other story creation tricks during this hands on, creative class! Let your imagination cre Santa’s elves are exhausted! Spend your afternoons at San ta’s Workshop Training Acad emy 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. #12475 Mondays November 20 - December 18 4:00 - 5:30 pm Lewis Craft Room B $55/5

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Special Interest BABYSITTER TRAINING (11 - 18 years)

HOME ALONE (10 - 13 years) The Canadian Safety Council’s Home Alone program is de signed to provide and prepare children with the necessary skills and knowledge to be safe and responsible when home alone. Topics include establishing a routine, dealing with strangers, telephone safety, emergencies, basic first aid, internet safety and more. A student reference book and certificate of comple tion are included. #12492 Saturday September 9 #12493 Saturday October 14 #12494 Saturday November 4 #12495 Saturday December 2

Join us for this fun, informative course as we cover important in formation to help prepare you to be a babysitter! Topics include: managing challenging behaviors, leadership and professional conduct as a babysitter, first aid, managing risks and emergen cies, child development, how to feed, diaper, dress and play with children and babies and starting your babysitting business. Instructor: Mackenzie Moore Saturday & Sunday #12488 September 23 & 24 #12489 October 21 & 22 #12490 November 18 & 19 #12491 December 9 & 10 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Lewis Meeting Room $69/2

9:00 am - 12:00 pm Lewis Meeting Room $30

ate new worlds! #12497 Thursdays

September 14 - October 19 3:30 - 5:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $65/6

See page 87 for Leadership & Certification programs for 12 years & over

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SUPER SCIENTISTS (7 - 11 years) Whether you’re a super genius or a super villain, you’ll be sure to have a super reaction to this scientifically fun class! Gather your beakers and safety gog gles, it’s about to get crazy as we explore the world of every day science. From the kitchen, magnets, circuits, it’s all part of this wild and fun science based program! #12457 Tuesdays September 12 - October 17 3:30 - 5:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $75/6

KIDS CAN! SKILLS AND MORE! (6 - 10 years) Join us each week a we learn important skills you can take with you wherever you go! We’ll explore cooking, sewing and more as we have fun and make friends! Because Kids Can!! #12481 Wednesdays November 1 - December 6 4:00 - 5:30 pm Lewis Craft Room A $99/6

ORDER OF THE JEDI (6 - 10 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 gal axy slime all while you prepare to face the First Order one last time. Enjoy this class you will. #12478 Fridays September 15 - October 20 3:30 - 5:00 pm Lewis Craft Room B $69/5

Helpful Hint: Leave extra time before your class to find parking and your class location

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

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EXPLORAWORLD (7 - 12 years)

ADVENTURE EXPLORERS CLUB (6 - 9 years)

WORKING WITH CLAY (7 - 15 years) Explore clay through a variety of techniques and projects such as pinch pots, coil-throwing, and mask-making. No Class October 30 & November 13. Mondays October 16 - December 11 #12472 3:00 - 4:30 pm (7 - 11 years) $129/7 #12473 5:00 - 6:30 pm (12 - 15 years) $175/7 Lewis Craft Room B STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Mathemat ics) is all around us everyday! We’ll deep dive into the world of STEAM with hands on activities each week. From circuits to sci entific art projects, you’re sure to learn some new ways to play! #12575 Tuesdays September 12 - October 17 5:45 - 7:15 pm Lewis Craft Room A $75/6 KIDS IN STEAM (8 - 12 years)

An engaging and educational program designed to foster curiosity, creativity, and healthy childhood development. Com bining science, art, and inter active activities to encourage exploration, critical thinking, and imagination. Each class will take us on thrilling adventures through the realms of science and art, inspiring participants to discover the wonders of the

The “Adventure Explorers Club” is an exciting and engaging after school class designed to provide children with a fun and enriching experience. The program aims to foster physical activity, social interaction, and the develop ment of new skills. Through a variety of adventurous activities, team-building exercises, and creative projects, children will have the opportunity to explore, discover, and grow in a safe and supportive environment. #12577 Fridays October 27 - November 24 3:00 - 4:30 pm Lewis Craft Room A $65/5

world around them. #12576 Wednesdays

September 20 - October 25 6:00 - 7:30 pm Lewis Craft Room A $75/6

COMIC KIDS (7 - 12 years)

Do you love the action of a good comic book? Have you ever thought about making your own comic strip? Learn about story boards, char acter development and other story creation tricks during this hands on, creative class! Let your imagination create new worlds! #12497 Thursdays September 14 - October 19 3:30 - 5:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $75/6

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Cooking Programs CRAFTY KITCHEN (7 - 12 years)

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GLOBAL COOKING (7 - 12 years)

KITCHEN BASICS (6 - 12 years)

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 differ ent cultures, spices and ingredi ents, young traveler! #12471 Saturdays November 18 - December 16 2:00 - 3:30 pm Lewis Craft Room A $99/5

Tantalize your taste buds and satisfy your imagination as you create savory dishes and imag inative crafts. At the end of the course you will bring home a book of tasty recipes and cre

Build your confidence in the kitchen as you learn to follow recipes, knife skills, and how ingredients interact to create de licious dishes. This class is sure to spark your culinary creativity, and make you the best cook in town! #12460 Thursdays October 26 - November 23 4:00 - 5:30 pm Lewis Craft Room A $99/5

ative craft creations. #12459 Wednesdays

September 20 - October 25 3:30 - 5:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $119/6

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 combinations and see if you can create our very own seasonal dessert impostor! #12484 Fridays November 17 - December 15 4:00 - 6:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $99/5 SNACK ATTACK (6 - 9 years) Sometimes all you need is a quick, delicious snack! During Snack Attack, we’ll learn how to prepare a variety of yummy snacks while we play games and laugh with new friends. From Ants on a Log to zucchini muf fins, with Lego and crafts, you will leave each class with a smile and a happy belly! #12573 Tuesdays November 7 - December 12 3:15 - 4:45 pm Lewis Craft Room A $75/6

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 create your own culinary art piece! #12574 Tuesdays November 7 - December 5 5:30 - 7:30 pm Lewis Craft Room A $99/5

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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! #12479 Friday October 20 #12643 Thursday November 23 plore games like hockey, soccer, archery and more. We will take advantage of the winter weath er and explore sports common for this time of year. And when we’re not playing, we’ll do lots of fun activities in our downtime. Bring your water and be ready to move! #12336 Tuesday - Friday January 2 - 5 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Lewis MP Hall $159/4 WINTER CAMP: SPORTS N’ MORE (8 - 12 years) Let’s play the day away! School’s out, so grab your friends and join this multi-sport camp that provides a variety of games throughout the day. We’ll ex

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School’s Out FROSTY CAPERS CAMP (5 - 12 years) School’s out and we’re cooking up fun! Join us this Winter Break for a camp sure to keep you busy! With cooking, crafts, games and more, you’ll enjoy expressing your creative side, learning new recipes and mak ing friends. #12476 Wednesday - Friday TWEEN PRO D DAY (7 - 12 years) Enjoy your day off of school at The LINC! We’ll keep you busy playing games, participating in cool activities, practicing your tricks in the skatepark, having fun in the games room and re laxing at the wave pool! #12556 Friday October 20 #12557 Thursday November 23 December 27 - 29 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Lewis Craft Room A $119/3

NEW YEAR KICK OFF CAMP (5 - 12 years) It’s a new year with new ad ventures! Join us for this action packed day camp as we wel come all 2024 has to offer! We’ll cook, bake, create and explore the week away! #12483 Tuesday - Friday January 2 - 5 PRO D DAY: PREP N PLAY (8 - 12 years) Let’s play the day away! School’s out, so grab your friends and come work on the fundamentals of a variety of sports throughout the day. We’ll explore games like hockey, soccer, basketball, 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! #12337 Friday October 20 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Lewis MP Hall $49 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Lewis Craft Room A $159/4

8:30 am - 4:30 pm Lewis Craft Room A $49

See page 86 for New Year’s Bake Off for 10 - 16 years

8:30 am - 4:00 pm LINC Games Room $39

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WOO KIM TAEKWONDO JUNIORS BLUE STRIPE & HIGHER (8 - 13 years) Taekwondo is a Korean mar tial art and an Olympic sport know for it’s dynamic kicks. Taekwondo offers students a combination of physical and mental development. Starting at white belt, students will prog ress 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 Taekwondo BC and Taekwondo Canada. No class October 31 or November 30. #12328 Tuesdays & Thursdays September 7 - December 14 5:40 - 6:30 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $299/27 dents learn Taekwondo with an emphasis on fun! Physical skills such as balance, co-ordination, and flexibility are coupled with building mental and social skills like confidence, co-operation, and focus. Sanctioned by Tae kwondo BC and Taekwondo Canada. No class October 31 or November 30. #12326 Tuesdays & Thursdays September 7 - December 14 3:45 - 4:30 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $270/27 WOO KIM TAEKWONDO TIGERS (5 - 7 years) Taekwondo is a Korean Martial Art and Olympic sport. Stu

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Martial Arts WOO KIM INTRO TO TAEKWONDO (5 - 9 years) If you’ve never done Taekwondo before, this class is for you. This class is designed to teach kids the basic foundational skills like kicking, blocking, punching, and life skills: courtesy, confidence and perseverance. Kids over 9 please join Junior class directly. We are a sanctioned member of the BC TKD Federation. Instruc tors permission required to progress to the Tigers/Juniors class. #12310 Fridays September 8 - October 20 4:00 - 4:30 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $69/7

WOO KIM TAEKWONDO JUNIORS GREEN & LOWER (7 - 13 years) Taekwondo is a Korean mar tial art and an Olympic sport know for it’s dynamic kicks. Taekwondo offers students a combination of physical and mental development. Starting at white belt, students will prog ress 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 Taekwondo BC and Taekwondo Canada. No class October 31 or November 30. #12327 Tuesdays & Thursdays September 7 - December 14 4:40 - 5:30 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $299/27

Please check receipts for important class info like location changes.

Adult Taekwondo on page 101

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Sports BEGINNER VOLLEYBALL (7 - 12 years) This super fun intro to Volleyball program gives kids the oppor tunity to learn the basic funda mental skills and knowledge of the game - bump, pass, volley, spike, service...smash! Kids will play games and compete in friendly, drills, eventually leading to game play and work on pro gressing week to week! All levels of experience welcome. Wednesdays #12214 September 20 - October 25 #12215 November 1 - December 6 4:45 - 5:45 pm Lewis Centre MP Hall $63/6 CHILDREN’S BEGINNER 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 co ordination, listening skills, build confidence and so much more. You’ll gain an understanding of this fun sport which has a long history! No class September 30. Saturdays September 23 - November 4 7 - 9 years #12202 11:30 am - 12:30 pm 10 - 12 years #12204 12:30 - 1:30 pm Lewis Centre Gym $75/6 November 18 - December 9 7 - 9 years #12203 11:30 am - 12:30 pm 10 - 12 years #12205 12:30 - 1:30 pm Lewis Centre Gym $50/4 ARCHERY (7 - 12 years)

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SCHOOL’S OUT BASKETBALL SKILLS

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 perhaps 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. Thursdays #12212 September 21 - October 26 #12213 November 2 - December 7

& GAMES (8 - 12 years)

Get a chance to develop your basketball skills and techniques with other kids from the com munity! You’ll learn basic ball handling, passing and shooting skills, plus get the chance to put those skills into play through scrimmages and games! No class October 31. Tuesdays #12210 September 19 - October 24 $45/6 #12211 November 7 - December 5 $40/5

3:45 - 4:30 pm Lewis MP Hall $45/6

3:30 - 4:30 pm Lewis MP Hall

INDOOR SOCCER (9 - 12 years)

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! Thursdays

#12208 September 21 - October 26 #12209 November 2 - December 7

Register ONLINE at courtenay.ca/ reconline

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

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COURT SPORTS (8 - 12 years)

Looking for some fun indoors fast action on the courts? Look no further, volleyball, badminton, basketball, pickleball and more will be sampled in this fun active class on the courts. Register or drop-in! No class October 30 &

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November 13. #12619 Mondays

October 16 - November 27 5:30 - 6:30 pm Lewis Centre MP Hall $25/5 or $5/drop-in

SKATEBOARD FUNDAMENTALS (7 - 12 years) Build confidence in learning the sport of skateboarding. We’ll review the basics to get you cruising and then trying out a new trick or two! This class is geared toward beginner-novice skaters. No classes October 2, 9 & November 13 . Mondays #12547 September 11 - October 30 #12548 November 6 - December 18 4:30 - 5:30 pm

TOTS FLOOR HOCKEY (3 - 5 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. Thursdays #12262 September 21 - October 26 #12263 November 2 - December 7 FLOOR HOCKEY (8 - 12 years) Grab your stick and join your friends for some good old fashioned fun hockey. We will practice skills like passing, shoot ing and stick handling, then end the day with a scrimmage. Be sure to wear runners and bring water. No class October2, 9 & November 13. Mondays #12206 September 18 - October 23 #12207 November 6 - December 4 4:00 - 5:00 pm Lewis Multipurpose Hall $40/4 11:15 am - 12:00 pm Lewis Centre Gym $49/6

JR SK8 STARS (5 - 8 years)

Have you ever wanted to try out skateboarding? This in troductory class will get your wheels spinning! You’ll learn the basics of balance and pushing and have fun exploring the street and bowl sections of the indoor park. Skateboards and safety equipment included. No classes October 2, 9 & Novem ber 13. Mondays #12545 September 11 - October 30 #12546 November 6 - December 18 3:30 - 4:15 pm LINC Indoor Skatepark $69/6 SCOOTER TRICKS 101 (6 - 12 years)

LINC Youth Centre Indoor Skatepark $69/6 Rentals available

Join us afterschool for a scooter around the indoor skatepark! Have fun developing in this sport as you learn tips from your instructors while 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

#12560 September 13 - October 25 #12561 November 1 - December 13 3:30 - 4:30 pm LINC Indoor Skatepark $60/7

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7 Story Circus

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YOUTH AERIAL ARTS BASICS (10 - 18 years)

YOUTH AERIAL ARTS INTERMEDIATE (10 - 18 years) This class is for aerialists with previous experience. We will fo cus on skills, technique, strength, endurance, creative movement & much more. We will work to wards creating acts to present in the last class. #12517 Wednesdays September 20 - December 6 4:00 - 5:30 pm Lewis Centre Gym $450/12 AERIAL ARTS: HALLOWEEN ACT CREATION CLASS (14 years & over) 7 Story Circus is excited to pres ent their first Halloween show created by students. The first four classes will be spent prac ticing your act and collaborating with others to create a Hallow een aerial show. The last two classes will be dress rehearsal and the final class, our haunting show! Please arrive to the first class with your act choreography ideas “on paper”. Prerequisites: students must be currently enrolled in Fall 2023 Aerial Arts: Youth Advance or Adult Aerial class and practising at an inter mediate to advance level. #12639 Thursdays September 21 - October 26 7:30 - 9:00 pm Lewis Centre Gym $180/6 classes

YOUTH AERIAL ARTS ADVANCED (10 - 18 years)

Discover the basics of aerial fab ric. This class is for students new to aerial fabric or those needing a refresher. With a focus on skill & strength building you’ll start close to the ground and then gain height as your confidence and abilities increase. We will work towards creating acts to present

This class is for aerialists with previous experience. We will fo cus on skills, technique, strength, endurance & much more. We will work towards creating acts to present in the last class. #12515 Thursdays September 21 - December 7 6:00 - 7:30 pm Lewis Centre Gym $450/12

in the last class. #12516 Thursdays

September 21 - December 7 4:00 - 5:30 pm Lewis Centre Gym $450/12

A separate $25 7 Story Circus membership fee must be paid to the instructor at the first class

COMMUNITY CIRCUS 1 (6 - 12 years) Climb aerial fabric & hang from the aerial hoop! Juggle scarves, balls, rings & clubs. Spin staff, poi, diablo, flower-sticks & plates. Balance with stilts & rola-bola. Learn to do hand-stands, in crease flexibility & experience the fun of partner aerobatics. Have fun exploring ensemble & solo work with improvisation & performance games. This class is appropriate for beginners, younger students, and those with less than two seasons of circus experience. Fridays September 22 - November 10 #12563 4:00 - 5:00 pm (6 - 9 years) #12564 5:00 - 6:00 pm (9 - 12 years) Lewis Centre Gym $200/8

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Birthday Parties

LEGO BIRTHDAY BASH (5 - 14 years) Let’s celebrate! Create Lego masterpieces, 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 building. Host parent must be present. Maximum 12 participants. No party September 30, October 7 & November 11. Saturdays

GYMNASTICS/ TRAMPOLINE BIRTHDAY (3 - 14 years) Whether you have an agile gymnast or a ninja warrior, this party is bound to be a ton of fun. In the first hour our enthusias tic coaches will supervise your group in our fun-filled space while they play on the gym nastics 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. Maximum of 12 children. Sundays Starting September 17

SPORTS SIZZLER (3 - 14 years)

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PRIMARY ACRO BASICS (5 - 9 years) 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 head stands and cartwheels, we will cover all of the progressions to build the foundational elements needed to take things to the next level! No class November 11. Instructor: Leigha Wald #12568 Saturdays October 14 - November 25 12:15 - 1:15 pm Lewis Activity Room $75/6 If your party is going to have a lot of energy, then this option is for you! We offer an hour of instructor-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 present. No party September 30, October 7 & November 11. Saturdays Starting September 23 1:00 - 3:00 pm Lewis Centre Gym & Craft Room B $125

Starting September 16 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Lewis Craft Room $125

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

PARKOUR KIDZ (7 - 11 years)

THE DANCE SAMPLER (8 - 13 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 body. Instructor: Leigha Wald #12570 Sundays October 15 - November 26

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 8. Instructor: Sheri Roffey & Carla #12218 Sundays September 17 - December 17

11:00 am - 12:00 pm Lewis Activity Room $87/7

10:15 - 11:15 am Lewis Centre Gym $220/13

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Gymnastics

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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 qual ified instructors will connect you to a lifetime love of learning and physical activity. Each class includes a thorough warm-up, time spent on individual gymnastics skills, technique and knowledge, followed by a concluding 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 October 2, 8, 9, 10, 31 or November 13. Instructors: Sheri, Carla, Breanne, Vanessa, Leigha & Zach.

BOYS & GIRLS MIXED (5 - 8 years)

BOYS & GIRLS INTERMEDIATE GYMNASTICS (8 years & over)

GIRLS GYMNASTICS (8 years & over)

Your experienced, fun and en ergetic instructors will lead you through a thorough warm-up and then will help you to learn the fundamentals of gymnastics, develop your individual skills, increase strength, flexibility and stamina. Instructor: Sheri Roffey #12221 Sundays September 17 - December 17 12:30 - 1:30 pm $220/13 #12222 Mondays September 18 - December 18 3:30 - 4:30 pm $185/11 BOYS GYMNASTICS (8 years & over) Separate boys classes allow for dynamic energy to be chan neled in creative ways. Learn the basics, then develop your skills, strength and stamina on a vari ety of apparatus. #12227 Sundays September 17 - December 17 1:30 - 2:30 pm $220/13 #12228 Mondays September 18 - December 18 4:30 - 5:30 pm $185/11

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, devel oping new skills, strength and explore a variety of apparatus. #12223 Sundays September 17 - December 17 1:30 - 2:30 pm $220/13 #12224 Mondays September 18 - December 18 4:30 - 5:30 pm $185/11 TRAMPOLINE (8 years & over) Develop skills in a structured trampoline program and en hance 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-ordination, timing, balance and self-confidence. Best of all, you will have a whole lot of fun! No class October 10 & 31. Instructor: Sheri Roffey Tuesdays September 19 - December 19

This advanced class is for ath letes who are experienced and strong in the base fundamental skills and are physically and mentally ready to advance. Must have pre-approval to advance. #12219 Sundays September 17 - December 17 2:30 - 4:00 pm $250/13 #12220 Mondays September 18 - December 18 6:00 - 7:30 pm $210/11

#12217 3:30 - 4:30 pm #12216 4:30 - 5:30 pm

Lewis Centre Gym $205/12

See page 73 for 3 - 5 years & family programs

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TWEEN PRO D DAY (7 - 12 years) Enjoy your day off of school at The LINC! We’ll keep you busy playing games, participating in cool activities, practicing your tricks in the skatepark, having fun in the games room and re laxing at the wave pool! #12556 Friday October 20 #12557 Thursday November 23 School’s Out

SKATE SCOOT SNOW (7 - 12 years) Let’s change up your winter break routine! Ride your skate board or scooter and get tips and tricks from our skatepark staff as you cruise the street section and bowl. Or, challenge your friends to games and activ ities like dodge-ball, air hockey, trips to the indoor pool and more! We’ll make sure you have an action-packed week! #12554 Wednesday - Friday December 27 - 29 $105/3 #12555 Tuesday - Friday January 2 - 5 $140/4 9:00 am - 4:00 pm LINC Indoor Skatepark

GNARLY LITTLE CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR (9 - 19 years)

Be a part of Courtenay’s biggest Christmas Party and make extra cash this Christmas while show casing your talents. Painting, photography, jewelry, art-cards, crafts, baking and more are all welcome in the 15th annual ‘just-for-youth’ craft fair! #12553 Sunday December 3 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $10/table

8:30 am - 4:00 pm LINC Games Room $39

NEW YEARS BAKE OFF (10 - 16 years)

Create an assortment of holiday baking this holiday season! Cook ies, bars and treats galore; you’ll be a hit at the parties and have all the goodies to ring in the New Year! Participants will leave with an assortment of treats to share and a recipe book to continue baking at home! #12580 Wednesday - Friday

December 27 - 29 11:00 am - 3:00 pm LINC Youth Centre Kitchen $99/3

Watch for sneak peeks of the awesome wares available at the Gnarly Craft Fair on The LINC’s Facebook page in the last week of November!

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Leadership/Certification

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LEADERS IN TRAINING (12 - 18 years) Have fun, get involved, gain work experience and build your resume as you learn to become an awesome leader! Learn to plan and lead games and help plan the children’s Halloween or Christmas parties! We’ll also cover behaviour management, leadership and team work. Then, volunteer and test out your new skills. Tuesdays #12617 September 19 - October 24 #12618 November 7 - December 12 4:00 - 6:30 pm LINC Multipurpose Room $45/6 An online feature that will help you get organized and ready in advance of Registration Day. Ask us how it works or visit www.courtenay.ca/reconline to see the video. Have you tried the WISH LIST ?

FOOD SAFE LEVEL 1 (13 years & over) Spend your Pro-D day training to become an employable food handler in the service industry. Learn about safe food handling methods and food preparation techniques. Certificates are awarded upon successful com pletion of the program. A must for resumes! Instructor: Gaeltane Palardy #12558 Friday October 20 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Lewis Tsolum Building $98 Are you ready to join the work force and to start making your own money but are unsure where to start? Get armed with resources and skills to land your next job. Gain valuable re sume-building skills in The LINC’s concession, including cash and food handling, customer service and workplace safety. Complete a resume, learn interview skills, practice teamwork and communi cation skills, tour local business es and get the scoop on what could set your application apart! Receive a reference, resume and certificate upon completion. #12578 Saturdays November 18 - December 23 2:45 - 5:30 pm LINC Multipurpose Room $72/6 JOB PREP (12 - 18 years)

YOUTH COUNCIL (11 - 18 years)

We are looking for new mem bers keen to provide a youth voice to The LINC and commu nity. Help highlight important issues affecting youth in the Comox Valley and facilitate community projects. Members are responsible for planning and assisting in fun drop-in activities, special events and fundraisers. They are advocates of respect, inclusivity, teamwork and con necting youth with similar goals to one another and the commu nity. Join us for an information meeting on October 6 and find out how you can get involved and have fun FREE access to The LINC all year round! #12552 Fridays October 6 - December 15 5:00 - 6:00 pm LINC Multipurpose Room FREE

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

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SK8 LIKE A GIRL (7 - 12 years) While the boys are away, the girls will SKATE! Build confi dence 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 are in cluded. No classes October 2, 9 & November 13. Mondays #12549 September 11 - October 30 #12550 Mondays November 6 - December 18 5:45 - 6:45 pm LINC Indoor Skatepark $79/6 PRIVATE SKATEBOARD LESSONS (6 years & over) Want to refine your skateboard ing or get an edge 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 pro gressing. Rentals available. Tuesdays starting September 12

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Skatepark Programs

JR SK8 STARS (5 - 8 years) Have you ever wanted to try out skateboarding? This introduc tory class will get your wheels spinning! You’ll learn the basics of balance and pushing and have fun exploring the street and bowl sections of the indoor park. Skateboards and safety equipment included. No classes October 2, 9 & November 13. Mondays #12545 September 11 - October 30 #12546 November 6 - December 18 3:30 - 4:15 pm LINC Indoor Skatepark $70/6

SCOOTER TRICKS 101 (6 - 12 years) Join us afterschool for a scooter around the indoor skatepark! Have fun developing in this sport as you learn tips from your instructors maneuvering around the street section and bowl. This class is geared to beginner-nov ice riders wanting to learn new tricks or try out a new sport. Wednesdays #12560 September 13 - October 25 #12561 November 1 - December 13 4:30 - 5:30 pm LINC Indoor Skatepark $60/7

4:00 - 4:45 pm 5:00 - 5:45 pm 6:00 - 6:45 pm LINC Skatepark $25/lesson

SKATEBOARD FUNDAMENTALS (7 - 12 years)

Build confidence in learning the sport of skateboarding. We’ll review the basics to get you cruising and then trying out a new trick or two! This class is geared toward beginner-novice skaters. No classes October 2, 9 & November 13 . Mondays

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#12547 September 11 - October 30 #12548 November 6 - December 18 4:30 - 5:30 pm

LINC Youth Centre Indoor Skatepark $70/6

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Special Interest

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GHOUL SCHOOL (8 - 18 years)

GIRLS IN THE GROOVE (12 - 16 years) Inclusive fun geared to get your body moving or your creativity flowing. Explore new activities like yoga, rock climbing, zum ba, fibre arts, art projects, spa nights and more. This program is open to all girls, girl-identifying individuals, and non-binary and gender-non conforming peo ple comfortable in a space that centres around the girls getting together to connect in new ways. #12630 Thursdays November 9 - December 21 4:30 - 6:00 pm LINC Multipurpose Room $60/7

HOMESCHOOLER REC (8 - 18 years) Homeschooler Rec offers you a special pre-registered timeslot to be active and creative. Join us for skatepark power hour, special crafts, game tourneys and other fun activities. Drop-ins welcome. #12339 Wednesdays September 6 - December 20 1:00 - 3:00 pm LINC Games Room $35/16 or $2.50/drop-in Let’s learn the basics of design. Experiment with markers, ink, screens, squeegees and more as you create a logo, t-shirt design and art print. We’ll also explore the digital and print applications of design. No class November 13. #12631 Mondays October 16 - December 11 5:30 - 7:00 pm LINC Games Room $100/8 BRAND DESIGN (12 - 18 years)

Ghosts, ghouls, goblins and other creatures of fright, don’t miss out on helping with our Spooktacular as we get closer to Halloween night! Bring your imagination and help us create one of the scariest haunted houses in the Comox Valley! Join us for a pre-planning session Au gust 24 at 4:30 pm. Ghoul School begins September 13 - it is sure to be a howling good time! #12551 Wednesdays September 13 - October 18 4:30 - 6:00 pm LINC Multipurpose Room FREE

TWEEN TAKE OVER (8 - 11 years)

Birthday Parties at the LINC (8 years & over) Register for an original birthday party package. We organize the games, provide supervision, and clean up! Choose from a variety of themes: • dodgeball • gaming • skatepark • all about girls • karaoke • general • make & take (slime or tie dye shirts) Or combine themes to make a party all your own! Host parent must be present. Maximum 12 participants. No birthdays September 30, October 1, 7, 8, November 11 & 12. Saturdays starting September 9 12:30 - 2:30 pm or Sundays starting September 10 10:30 am - 12:30 pm or 1:00 - 3:00 pm or 3:30 - 5:30 pm LINC Youth Centre & Indoor Skatepark $125, $165 (3 large pizzas) $170 (make & take - slime or tie dye t-shirts) $210 (make & take and 3 large pizzas Hey tweens! Make your day at The LINC extra special! Join us for cool crafts, cooking, baking, out trips and more! Check out the LINC drop-in calendar for the activity schedule. Trips, tie-dye, theme nights and more, Tuesdays are going to be terrific! Registration in cludes drop-in to The LINC’s Tween Night before/after the program. #12579 Tuesdays September 12 - December 19 4:30 - 6:00 pm LINC Games Room $75/15

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