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Newsletter Spring 2021

Spring Special Events: Pre-registration required SPRING BINGO Spring has sprung! Celebrate with a lively game of Bingo! Prizes for all participants. Space is lim- ited, pre-registration required. #6810 Wednesday April 14

10:30 - 11:45 am Lewis Centre Gym $2

MUSIC BINGO It’s almost summer... time to celebrate with a grooving game of Music Bingo! Enjoy the music while you search for the song on your bingo card! Prizes for all participants. Space is limited,

pre-registration required. #6819 Wednesday June 9

10:30 - 11:45 am Lewis Centre Gym $2

ADAPTED ART CARDS Let’s get creative! Each week we’ll work together to make beautiful cards to sell in the communi- ty. All proceeds from the sales are shared back to the artists. Space is limited, pre-registration

CINCO DE MAYO FIESTA Join us for our third annual Cinco De Mayo Celebration! Over two hours jam packed with physically-distanced games and prizes! #6818 Thursday May 6 10:30 am - 1:00 pm Filberg Conference Hall $4

required. No class May 24 . Instructor: Kelsey Painter Mondays April 12 - June 7 #6807 10:00 - 11:00 am #6814 1:00 - 2:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A Free

Spring Registration begins Monday, March 15! Online Registration is now available at courtenay.ca/reconline

All Adapted Programs Proudly Sponsored by:

Adapted Programs Lewis Centre, 489 Old Island Hwy Courtenay, BC, V9N 3P5 phone: 250-338-5371 courtenay.ca

Thank you for your ongoing support that allows us to offer affordable programming options to our Adapted Participants.

Important COVID-19 Information While we aim to provide a mix of social and recreation programming, COVID-19 has limited some of our offerings. Please note: All registrants must pre- register for programs. We ask that you do not at- tend if you: • Have any signs or symp - toms of illness, including cough, headache, runny nose, fever or sore throat • Have been exposed to anyone with COVID-19 within the last 14 days • Have travelled outside of the country in the last 14 days When attending a program, it is mandatory that you: • Maintain a safe distance between other participants and instructors at all times • Wash or sanitize your hands before and after your program • Wear a mask at all times when not participating in an activity feature and get organized before spring registration which begins on Monday, March 15. Have you made your new online registration account? For more info and video tutorials, visit www.courtenay.ca/reconline Check out the Wish List

Art & Leisure CREATION STATION Come explore your artistic side. Each week you’ll get to use different mediums like paints, pastels and papers to get your creativity flowing as we complete special projects. All levels welcome! Instructor: Kelsey Painter #6808 Wednesdays April 14 - June 16 1:00 - 2:00 pm Lewis Craft Room B $55/10 LEISURE BUDDIES (5 - 18 years) Gymnastics, art, dance, sports and more - Courtenay Recreation is now able to provide leisure bud- dies so children and youth with diverse abilities can participate in our recreation programs. If your child requires support at school and/or struggles to participate in group activities, please contact the Adapted & Inclusive Program supervisor at 250-338-5371 to see how we can help. Spring Registration for Adapted Programs starts Monday March 15!

YOUNG ADULTS CLUB Let’s get social and plan the things you want to do! Activities may in- clude crafts, movies, games nights, dinner out and other types of physi- cally-distanced fun! #6813 Tuesdays Instructor: Tammy Jones April 13 - June 15 6:00 - 8:00 pm The LINC Youth Centre $30/10 #6817 Thursdays Instructor: Sebastien Braconnier April 15 - June 17 6:00 - 8:00 pm The LINC Youth Centre $30/10 BUILDING FRIENDSHIPS @ THE LINC (19 years & over) You are invited to come play and meet people. Family, friends and caregivers are welcome to join the Building Friendships Program. Mondays FMI: Karen: 250-338-5371 ON HOLD DUE TO COVID-19

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Active Adapted Programs

DANCE PARTY Let’s get the dance party started! Register with your friends and join Tammy for this fitness inspired class that is sure to get you movin’ and groovin’! All abilities and levels welcome. Instructor: Tammy Jones #6812 Tuesdays April 13 - June 15 1:00 - 2:00 pm Lewis Centre Gym $50/10 KARATE Learn the basics of kicks, punch- es along with other moves in this karate class adapted to each partici- pant’s needs and mobility issues. Instructor: Sebastien Braconnier #6809 Fridays April 16 - June 11 10:00 - 11:00 am Lewis Centre Gym $45/9 Spring Registration for Adapted Programs starts Monday March 15!

SPRING BOWLING LEAGUE

ADAPTED FIT & FUN Rock, roll, move and groove to the music as Tammy leads you through different fun fitness games and

Strike up new friendships at our fun bowling leagues on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Get ready for spares, chop-offs, strikes and probably a few gutter balls as you work to im- prove your bowling game. Who will be the first to get a turkey (3 strikes in a row)?! #6811 Tuesdays

activities! No class May 24. Instructor: Tammy Jones #6815 Mondays April 12 - June 7 10:45 - 11:30 am Lewis MP Hall $35/8 ADAPTED ARCHERY

April 13 - May 4 3:00 - 4:00 pm Codes Country Bowling $2/4 April 14 - May 5 3:00 - 4:00 pm Codes Country Bowling $2/4

Learn the art of archery through step by step instruction. Each week we’ll review how to draw a bow and shoot arrows so that your coordina- tion, strength and accuracy improve. Instructor: Sebastien Braconnier #6806 Fridays April 16 - June 11 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Lewis Centre Gym $45/9 ADAPTED YOGA Yoga is a practice for everybody! Join Kim for low-intensity, gentle yoga. Poses and practices are simple, clear and adaptable for participants of all abilities. Instructor: Kim Johnson #6828 Thursdays April 15 - June 17 View safety plans for indoor programs at www.courtenay.ca/safetyplans OUTDOOR SPORTS CLUB The weather is getting warmer... It’s time to get outside and play! Each week you’ll get to try different sports! Activities include kickball, bocce, croquet, soccer, and more! No class May 24. #6829 Mondays April 19 - June 14 4:00 - 5:30 pm Lewis Outdoor Stage $40/8 4:00 - 5:00 pm Lewis MP Hall $45/10

#6816 Wednesdays

Please note: Programs may be altered to meet current Provincial Health Guidelines. Please check website for up

to date information. courtenay.ca/adapted

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Community

Comox Valley Therapeutic Riding Society 250-338-1968 www.cvtrs.com Comox Valley Special Olympics 250-897-1828 www.cvso.ca L’Arche I Belong Centre 250-871-6288 www.larchecomoxvalley.org 1465 Grieve Ave, Courtenay Comox Valley Wheelchair Sports Society 250-897-6082 cvwssdocs@gmail.com All-inclusive (no disability re- quired) Wheelchair basketball. Please email for more info. North Island College Accessible Learning 250-334-5079 www.nic.bc.ca/programs-courses/ accessible-learning/ Featuring adapted courses and services.

COMOX RECREATION: 250-339-2255 www.comox.ca/recreation TRIP (Town of Comox Recreation Inclusion Program) Free and low-cost recreation opportunities are available to Comox residents on a limited income. Call the Community Centre at 250-339-2255 to find out more. COMOX VALLEY REGIONAL DISTRICT: 250-334-9622 www.comoxvalleyrd.ca/parks-rec- reation PLAY (Providing Leisure Access for You) Program Through our PLAY program we offer financial assistance to qualifying residents who would like to participate in CVRD rec- reational activities but find it difficult due to financial limita - tions. Please call 250-334-9622 for more information.

COURTENAY RECREATION: 250-338-5371 www.courtenay.ca/rec Recreation Access Program Provides opportunities for healthy lifestyle choices to res- idents of the City of Courtenay who live below Statistics Canada low income thresholds. Ask us how to apply - 250-338-5371. LINC Youth Centre Outdoor Basketball Court Basketballs are available for use from The LINC when the facility is open. Agency Memberships Courtenay Recreation has an agency membership to help agencies provide clients with a variety of recreational experienc- es including use of the wellness centre, squash courts and gym time. For more information, please call The Lewis Centre at 250-338-5371.

Program Registration & Refund Notes

New Software & Registration: All participants must register individually for their programs to prevent duplicate accounts. Day programs or caregivers assisting participants can call the Lewis Centre for help with account creation and to make this transition easier. All participants must make sure their accounts are in good standing before registering in new programs. Register by telephone: You may register by telephone by calling The Lewis Centre (250-338-5371) or Filberg Centre (250-338-1000). Register online: Visit www.courtenay.ca/reconline to create your account or call The Lewis Centre or Filberg Centre for assistance. Cancellation: Please register early if you are interested or programs will be cancelled if minimum num- bers are not met. Withdrawal/Refunds: A full or pro-rated refund will be given if class is cancelled or for medical reasons. Refunds will not be approved after a program has ended. Away: If you have a planned absence, please contact the Lewis or Filberg Centre office so we know not to expect you. One-on-One Support: While we will do our best during programs to meet your needs, please note that we are unable to provide one-on-one support. For full registration policies please visit www.courtenay.ca/rec

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