Fall Guide Courtenay Rec pages

PICKLEBALL (16 years & over)

TAI CHI Derived from the martial arts, tai chi is composed of slow, deliber- ate movements, meditation, and deep breathing, which enhance physical health and emotional well-being. Tai chi improves over- all fitness, coordination, and agil - ity. People who practice tai chi on a regular basis tend to have good posture, flexibility, and range of motion, are more mentally alert, and sleep more soundly. No class September 30 & November 11. Instructor: Ivy Wang Wednesdays As we adjust to the challenges COVID-19 has provided, dates for this program will be confirmed at a later date, if possible. Please check courtenay.ca/rec regularly for updates.

DAYTIME BADMINTON (16 years & over) Get some exercise, meet new players and improve your game in this fast paced group sport! Set up & play is self directed. Participants will be responsible for social dis- tancing, hand hygiene and will not be allowed to participate if sick or showing symptoms of illness. Please bring own equipment. Limited to 1 vs. 1 games only. No program October 12. #5990 Mondays & Thursdays September 28 - December 10 1:00 - 2:30 pm Lewis Centre Gym $3/Drop in, reservation required

ADULT WOO KIM TAEKWONDO (13 years & over) This fast-paced program is de- signed to give participants a full body workout all while building a new skill. Taekwondo is a Korean martial art and a recognized Olym- pic sport. Known for it’s dynamic, powerful kicks Taekwondo is a rewarding outlet for everyone. Im- prove strength, endurance, coordi- nation, flexibility and balance skills all while reaching new heights of self confidence. Sanctioned by the BC and Canadian Taekwondo fed- erations. Taught by 4th Dan Black Belt Richard Dobbs. No class Sep- tember 29, December 1 & 3. #5951 Tuesdays & Thursdays Join in and have fun playing this exciting paddle game! Like a mini tennis game Pickleball is played on a badminton-sized court using wood paddle racquets and a plastic style baseball. Participants will be responsible for social dis- tancing, hand hygiene and will not be allowed to participate if sick or showing symptoms of illness. Please bring own paddles if possi- ble. Limited to 1 vs. 1 games only. No program October 1. #5991 Tuesdays & Thursdays October 1 - November 26 1:00 - 2:30 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $2.50/Drop in, reservation required

EVENING TAI CHI The slow, fluid movements of Tai Chi reduce tension and stress, im - proves balance, coordination, and concentration, as well as muscle resiliency and joint flexibility. Tai Chi helps to increase energy and pro - vides an overall sense of well-being. Instructor: Albert Balbon #5974 Thursdays September 24 - December 10 7:15 - 8:15 pm Lewis Centre MP Hall $96/12

COURTENAY ADULT

September 17 - December 17 7:00 - 8:00 pm Native Sons Grand Hall $250/25

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