Winter 2017 Recreation Reporter

COURTENAY RECREATION WELCOME 24 Community recreation programs offer countless benefits, and can play a positive role in active, healthy, lifestyles. But for those who fall below the Statistics Can- ada low-income threshold, these programs may be financially out of reach. Courtenay Recreation has a program that can help. The Recreation Access Program offers coupon books with discounts for a variety of programs for adults, teens, children, and older adults, plus coupons for a variety of healthy activities. By reducing the financial costs, Recreation Access helps remove barriers, making it easier for everyone to participate. To find out more, visit www.courte- nay.ca/rap or contact the Lewis or Florence Filberg Centre.

Courtenay Recreation Table of Contents

Programs

General Facilities Cozy Corner Preschool. .......... 26 Squash...................................... 58 Registration.............................. 76 Wellness Centre....................... 59 Lewis Centre Facility Rentals...75 Filberg Centre & Native Sons Hall Facility Rentals ................. 74 Courtenay Parks...................... 77 Special Needs Regional District Special Needs........................... 71

Early Years (Preschool) ............. 27 Children’s Programs................ 32 Youth Programs....................... 43 Adult Programs........................ 48 Active Living. ............................ 59 Wellness Centre....................... 59 Fitness....................................... 62 Evergreen Club. ....................... 72 Special Events Children’s Christmas Party..... 28 Gnarly Little Craft Fair............. 45 Family Day................................ 37

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

www.courtenay.ca/rec click on Winter Programs

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Facility Hours: Mon - Fri 5:00 am - 10:00 pm Saturday 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Sunday 8:30 am - 8:00 pm Office Hours: Mon - Fri 7:15 am - 8:45 pm Lewis Centre

Saturday 8:30 am - 12:00 pm & 1:15 - 4:00 pm Sunday 8:30 am - 12:00 pm & 1:15 - 8:00 pm

Facility Closures: December 25 Christmas Day December 26 & 27 Boxing Day January 1 & 2 New Year’s Day

Special Hours: February 13 Family Day see page 37 for more info

Phone: 250-338-5371 Fax: 250-338-8600 Email: lewis@courtenay.ca 489 Old Island Highway Courtenay, BC V9N 3P5

www.courtenay.ca/lewis

Office Hours: (for Florence Filberg Centre or Native Sons Hall facilities) Monday to Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Florence Filberg Centre

COURTENAY FACILITY INFO

Facility Closures: December 25 Christmas Day December 26 & 27 Boxing Day January 1 & 2 New Year’s Day February 13 Family Day

Phone: 250-338-1000 Fax: 250-338-0303 Email: filberg@courtenay.ca 411 Anderton Avenue, Courtenay, BC V9N 6C6

www.courtenay.ca/filberg

The LINC Youth Centre & Indoor Skatepark The LINC houses an indoor skateboard park, concession, games room, computer lab and meeting room. The LINC offers drop-in activities and youth programs.

Facility Hours: Mondays 7:00 - 9:00 pm Tuesdays 3:00 - 7:00 pm (Tween night 8 - 11 years)

Wednesdays 3:00 - 8:00 pm Thursdays 3:00 - 8:00 pm Fridays 3:00 - 11:00 pm Saturdays 3:00 - 11:00 pm

For Winter Break hours see page 47

Phone: 250-334-8138 Email: linc@courtenay.ca 300 Old Island Highway Courtenay, BC V9N 3P5 Hours subject to change

www.courtenay.ca/linc

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Cozy Corner Preschool Ages 3 - 5 years at the Lewis Centre

Join our fully qualified and experienced Early Childhood Educators in a developmentally appropriate, fun environment of excellence. Our goal is to provide an atmosphere for positive social interactions for all children. Our program offers daily creative art activities, water, sand or rice play, playdough, puzzles and table top toys, blocks, dress-ups and gross motor play. The program also includes outdoor play, field trips and

Register now! We are accepting registration for classes starting in Winter 2017

Play Create Socialize Celebrate

COURTENAY COZY CORNER

celebrations of special holidays and events. Monday, Wednesday & Friday

9:00 - 11:30 am OR Tuesday & Thursday 9:00 - 11:30 am Interested in afternoons? Leave your name on our interest list. Monthly Fees

"Play is the language of children; it is the window to their souls." Child and Family Research and Development program "The child knows instinctively what he needs to develop and he goes about it through play with whole - hearted enthusiasm." Masheder, 1994

$125 - 2 days/week $165 - 3 days/week $25 - annual family registration fee

489 Old Island Highway, Courtenay 250-338-5371 www.courtenay.ca

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Parent Participation

LITTLE CRUISERS (7 - 14 months)

TREEFROG MUSIC TOGETHER PRESCHOOL (9 months - 5 years) Join in this beloved music pro- gram! Classes start with music and movement, percussion and play, and build joy and confidence in music-making that carries over into your home and your child’s life. A $45 material fee will be col- lected by instructor. Instructor: Kazimea Sokil #42273 Wednesdays January 11 - March 15 9:15 - 10:00 am

CHILDMINDING (all ages)

Bring your baby and drop in for education, support, and socializ- ing with other adults. You’ll have access to guest speakers, com- munity resources, an information library, refreshments and more. Establish positive networks and develop the knowledge and skills to set up success for you and your little cruiser. Facilitator: Sandra Allen #42274 Wednesdays January 11 - March 15 10:00 - 11:15 am Lewis Centre Meeting Room $1/Drop-in BABY TALK (newborn - 6 months with adult) Bring your baby and meet other parents, hear guest speakers, ac- cess the resource library, and gain the support and knowledge that new parents seek. This is a com- munity-based program sponsored by St Joseph’s Hospital. Facilitator: Andrea Postal Mondays Ongoing 10:00 - 11:30 am Lewis Meeting Room $1/Drop-in MY LITTLE VALENTINE (18 months - 4 years) Spend some quality time with your little one to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Make crafts, sing songs and decorate heart shaped cookies together. #42655 Tuesdays January 31 - February 14 9:30 - 11:00 am Lewis Craft Room A $35/3

Our excellent childminding service offers you quality care in a safe, friendly and fun environment. If you are participating in our morning programs, playing tennis, squash, or using our weightroom, you’re invited to drop in.

Effective January 9 Monday - Saturday 9:00 - 11:00 am

Lewis Centre $4/1¼ hours $5/1¾ hours punch cards also available

Lewis Tsolum Building $135/10/parent & child $90/second child

POWER HOUR PLAYTIME FUN! (all ages)

COURTENAY EARLY YEARS

Join the fun! There will be a little something for everyone with gym time fun, activities and more! #42277 Tuesdays

Check receipts carefully for important program information.

January 10 - March 14 10:45 am - 12:00 pm Lewis Centre MP Hall $40/pre-registration $4/Drop-in

Max having fun in Power Hour Playtime Fun

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Children’s Christmas Party (9 years & under with adult) Saturday December 3 1:00 - 2:30 pm Lewis Centre FREE with donation to the Food Bank

Lewis Centre 250-338-5371 489 Old Island Highway, Courtenay www.courtenay.ca/rec

SANTA BABY (1 month - 1½ years with adult) Celebrate your baby’s first holiday season by making memorable keepsakes. Christmas cards made with little feet imprints, and hand- print Christmas ornaments are sure ways to make lasting memo- ries for your friends and family. #42278 Thursdays

CANDY CANE WISHES AND HOLIDAY FUN (1 month - 8 years) Celebrate this holiday season with your loved ones through making ornaments, decorating ginger- bread, and sipping on hot choc- olate as you finish with gym time fun and music. #42282 Thursday December 22 12:00 - 3:00 pm Lewis Centre MP Hall $10/pre-register $15/Drop-in CRACKERJACK KIDS (3 - 5 years) You’ll have a crackerjack time in this holiday program of creative crafts and active games. Plenty of action and creative art projects stimulate both your imagination and your desire for bone-shaking

RUDOLPH & FRIENDS (2 - 4 years) Christmas crafts, games, songs and stories spark your imagina- tion in this morning time delight. Big friends and little friends will enjoy the social aspects of this fun Christmas kick-off! #42279 Fridays

December 2 - 16 10:00 - 11:30 am Lewis Craft Room B $35/3

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December 1 - 15 9:00 - 10:45 am Lewis Centre Craft Room B $35/3

ELF ACADEMY (3 - 5 years) Spend a morning at Santa’s Work- shop Training Academy. Make crafts, a no-bake treat, 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, sweet treats, sing-songs, and holiday-themed activities while you finish those last minute holiday errands, or find a few mo- ments to yourself! #42280 Wednesday - Friday December 21 - 23

CHRISTMAS KINDERCRAFTS (3 - 5 years)

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, everywhere you go. Gather together as we celebrate the season and create special memories. Crafts, games, songs and more are just some of the treasures that we’ll pull out of our stocking, just for you. #42281 Tuesdays & Thursdays December 6 - 15 3:30 - 4:30 pm Lewis Craft Room A $40/4

fun. Please bring a snack. #42283 Wednesday - Friday December 28 - 30 9:30 - 11:30 am Lewis Craft Room A $45/3

10:00 am - 12:00 pm Lewis Craft Room B $45/3

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Independant Programs

KINDERCHEFS & PLAY (4 - 6 years) Cook up a storm as you try all kinds of fun new kid friendly reci- pes. Play games and more as you wait for your tasty treats to take shape. No class February13. #42286 Mondays January 23 - February 27 3:00 - 4:30 pm Lewis Craft Room A $70/6 Run and play games as we intro- duce you to basic soccer skills. Learn how fun it is to be part of a team as you develop your listen- ing skills, physical co-ordination and fitness. No class February 13. Instructor: Lisa Beaulieu #42289 Mondays January 9 - March 6 9:30 - 10:30 am Lewis Centre Gym $60/8 SOCCER TOTS (3½ - 5 years)

MINI CHEFS (3 - 5 years)

DINOSAURS GALORE (4 - 6 years) Lock all the windows and all the doors; we’re up to our drawers in dinosaurs. We’ll explore the ones that roar, that live on the shore, and even the ones that soar. If you adore the dinosaur, sign up quick, there’s fun in store. #42284 Tuesdays February 7 - March 14 3:30 - 5:00 pm Lewis Centre $65/6

Throw on your apron and get ready to mix, stir, measure and enjoy tasty treats and healthy snacks! #42285 Fridays

January 13 - March 3 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Lewis Centre Craft Room B $96/8

AHOY MATEYS (3 - 5 years)

Walk the plank, or scrub the deck, for it’s the life of a pirate for you. Your ship will be sailing through the sea as you explore treasure maps and create pirate crafts, and play active games. Instructor: Katie Strain #42288 Thursdays

RecreationAccess Apply for coupon books that provide healthy lifestyle oppor- tunities to residents of the City of Courtenay who live below Statistics Canada low income thresholds. Ask us how to apply!

COURTENAY EARLY YEARS

February 9 - March 16 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Lewis Salish Building $65/6

NATURE CRAFTS & PLAY (3 - 5 years) Explore nature through crafts and outdoor games and exploration. Be sure to dress for the weather. #42663 Wednesdays

Feburary 8 - March 15 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $65/6

Please note: Children in Independant Programs must be potty trained.

Having a ROARing good time in Dinosaurs Galore!

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BEE BOPPERS (3 - 6 years) Bounce, B-bop, move and groove in this introduction to up beat dance steps. It’s all about fun and learning how to move to music. No class February 13. #42664 Mondays (4 - 6 years) January 16 - March 13 3:30 - 4:30 pm Lewis Activity Room A $75/8 #42665 Thursdays (3 - 5 years) January 12 - March 2 1:15 - 2:00 pm Lewis Activity Room A $60/8 Join this playful practice that uses games, visualization, and imagina- tion to engage parents and kids in using the mind and body, breath, and movement to access strength, playfulness, balance and calm. Instructor: Richelle Kube #42275 Thursdays January 12 - March 2 9:30 - 10:15 am Lewis Craft Room A $60/8 CREATIVE MOVEMENT (4 - 6 years) Explore natural movement with a wide variety of age appropriate music. Imagination, discovery and joyfulness are the focal points in this class. Instructor: Jenna Flint #42292 Thursdays January 26 - March 16 3:00 - 3:45pm Lewis Activity Room A $40/8 YOGA TOGETHER (1½ - 5 years with adult)

PARENT & TOT DANCE PARTY (1 - 3 years with adult) Shake your sillies out with this fun, child-centered dance class. Age appropriate movement strength- ens large muscle development and coordination, while encour- aging basic social skills such as turn-taking and cooperation. Instructor: Jenna Flint #42272 Fridays

HAPPY FEET & TAPPING TOES (3 - 5 years)

Encourage creativity, imagination, and movement in this fun filled environment. Little ones will be exposed to Jazz, Rhythm, and Musical Theatre techniques while developing their listening skills. Instructor: Jenna Flint #42293 Fridays January 20 - March 10 10:15 - 11:15 am Lewis Activity Room A $65/9

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January 27 - March 17 11:15 am - 12:00 pm Lewis Activity Room A $40/8

TINY TU TUS (3½ - 5 years)

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

In this introduction to dance, you’ll develop body awareness, creativ- ity, coordination and an apprecia- tion of music. Instructor: Maggie Scofield-Reid #42295 Wednesdays

January 11 - March 15 11:15 am - 12:00 pm Lewis Activity Room A $75/10

See page 39 for more dance programs

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STEPPING STONES TO KINDERGYM (2½ - 3½ years with adult) Transition from adult and tot programs to kindergym. You and your child will start together, with you as role model, assistant, inter- preter, safety patrol and cheering section. Shift gradually towards your child’s self-regulation and independance as they learn to feel more comfortable in their first structured, instructor-led experi- ence. Instructor: Sheri Roffey & Gymnastics

KINDERGYM WITH TRAMPOLINE (3 - 5 years)

GYMNASTICS KIDS & CRAFTS (3 - 5 years)

Run, jump, land, climb, rotate and swing. Our knowledgeable, playful, friendly staff will connect you to a lifetime of learning and physi- cal activity. Complementary skills include working with an instructor, taking turns, moving safely around the gym, getting along with others, offering and accepting new ideas. Instructor: Sheri Roffey, Breanne Hague & Carla Pendergast #42299 Tuesdays January 10 - March 14 9:45 - 10:45 am Lewis Centre Gym $85/10 Wednesdays January 11 - March 15 #42300 11:00 am - 12:00 pm #42361 1:00 - 2:00 pm Lewis Centre Gym $85/10 #42302 Saturdays January 14 - March 11 9:00 - 10:00 am Lewis Centre Gym $80/9

Combine fun arts and crafts with time in the Gym. Games and ac- tivities with balls, hoops and basic gymnastic circuits encourage you to explore physical challenges.

Please bring a small snack. Instructor: Sheri Roffey &

Breanne Hague #42298 Tuesdays

January 10 - March 14 12:00 - 2:00 pm Lewis Gym & Craft Room A $95/10

Breanne Hague #42296 Tuesdays

FAMILY GYMNASTICS Play together as a family in the best indoor playground around! Swing, bounce, and play in our gymnastics equipment. Instructor: Sheri Roffey &

January 10 - March 14

#42297 Wednesdays

January 11 - March 15 9:00 - 9:45 am Lewis Centre Gym $70/10

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Breanne Hague #42652 Tuesdays

ACTIVE ARTS (3 - 5 years)

January 10 - March 14 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Lewis Centre Gym $70/10 $10/Drop-in

Develop your child’s sense of adventure and fine motor skills while shaking their sillies out by experimenting with gymnastics equipment and discovering their artistic side with crafts. Activities will focus on balance, spatial awareness, movement and safety skills. Kids will explore painting, drawing, cutting and glueing in the craft component. Instructor: Sheri Roffey & Breanne Hague #42647 Wednesdays January 11 - March 15 9:30 - 11:30 am Lewis Gym & Craft Room B $95/10

Shake out your sillies in gymnastics!

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HOLIDAY BREAK FLOOR HOCKEY (7 - 9 years)

Holidays and hockey! What better way to burn off energy than to run hard, play hard and have fun. It’s a great way to be active and to meet new friends. Register early to en- sure minimum numbers are met. #42390 Wednesday - Friday December 21 - 23 CRACKERJACK KIDS (3 - 5 years) You’ll have a crackerjack time in this holiday program of creative crafts and active games. Plenty of action and creative art projects stimulate both your imagination and your desire for bone-shaking fun. Please bring a snack. #42283 Wednesday - Friday December 28 - 30 9:30 - 11:30 am Lewis Craft Room A $45/3 ELF ACADEMY (3 - 5 years) Spend a morning at Santa’s Work- shop Training Academy. Make crafts, a no-bake treat, 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, sweet treats, sing-songs, and holiday themed activities while you finish those last minutes holiday errands, or find a few mo- ments to yourself! Instructor: Courtnea Stolting #42280 Wednesday - Friday December 21 - 23 9:30 -10:30 am Lewis MP Hall $10/3

Winter Break Activities

WINTER BREAK DAYCAMP (6 - 12 years)

ONE DAY WINTER WONDERS (6 - 12 years)

Embrace the holiday season and play the day away! Active games, arts and crafts, and lots more too, provide you with a sleigh full of fun. Please bring your lunch. Reg- ister at least one week in advance. Includes a lunch on Thursdays. Wednesday - Friday

Blast away the Winter weather with this day filled with fun, food, and games! #42387 Tuesday January 3

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8:00 am - 4:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $40

#42386 December 21 - 23 #42385 December 28 - 30

CANDY CANE WISHES AND HOLIDAY FUN (1 month - 8 years) Celebrate this holiday season with your loved ones through making ornaments, decorating ginger- bread, and sipping on hot choc- olate as you finish with gym time fun and music. #42282 Thursday December 22 12:00 - 3:00 pm Lewis Centre MP Hall $10/pre-register $15/Drop-in

8:00 am - 4:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $99/3

RUDOLPH & FRIENDS (2 - 4 years) Christmas crafts, games, songs and stories spark your imagina- tion in this morning time delight. Big friends and little friends will enjoy the social aspects of this fun Christmas kick-off! #42279 Fridays

10:00 am - 12:00 pm Lewis Craft Room B $45/3

December 2 - 16 10:00 - 11:30 am Lewis Craft Room B $35/3

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Spring Break Sneak Peek

TWEEN NIGHT OUT: WINTER SMASH UP (8 - 12 years) End your winter break with a bang! We’ll keep you busy with games, out trips and snacks at The LINC guaranteed to keep you busy! Activities may include rock climbing, bowling, baking and more! #42487 Tuesday January 3

SPRING BREAK DAYCAMP (6 - 12 years)

DIVA GIRLS CAMP (7 - 12 years)

Focus on fun, friends and fitness. Play new games and sports as you learn to incorporate active living into your daily routines. Round out each class with creative crafts that you can turn into keepsakes or gifts for others. #42504 Monday - Thursday March 20 - 23 GYMNASTICS CAMP (5½ - 12 years) Whether you are 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 apparatus Dai- ly challenges and progressions wil be set to your individual levels. Monday - Friday March 20 - 24 #42507 12:00 - 1:30 pm (5½ - 8 yrs) #42508 1:30 - 3:00 pm (8 - 12 yrs) Lewis Centre Gym $75/5 9:00 am - 3:30 pm Lewis Craft Room B $95/4

Do it all during these lively days of Spring Break. Games, sports, brain-teasers, arts & crafts, music, kitchen creations and more will keep you entertained all day long. Bring your lunch. #42505 Monday - Friday March 20 - 24

10:00 am - 4:00 pm LINC Games Room $35

8:00 am - 3:30 pm Lewis Craft Room A $125/5

CHRISTMAS KINDERCRAFTS (3 - 5 years)

SPRING BREAK SMASH UP (10 - 18 years)

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, everywhere you go. Gather together as we celebrate the season and create special memories. Crafts, games, songs and more, are just some of the treasures that we’ll pull out of our stocking, just for you. #42281 Tuesdays & Thursdays December 6 - 15 3:30 - 4:30 pm Lewis Craft Room A $40/4 SANTA BABY (1 month - 1½ years with adult) Celebrate your baby’s first holiday season by making memorable keepsakes. Christmas cards made with little feet imprints, and hand- print Christmas ornaments are sure ways to make lasting memo- ries for your friends and family. #42278 Thursdays

Looking for some fun during spring break? Look no further! Join us for 4 days of fun that will ensure you have all sorts of exciting stories to tell when you get back to school! Activities subject to change. Tuesday - Rock Climbing & Swim Wednesday - Go Karts & Mini Golf Thursday - Monkido Friday - Bowling, Snacks & Swim #42517 Tuesday - Friday March 21 - 24 SK8, SCOOT & SWIM (7 - 12 years) Start your day playing games and learning new moves on your skateboard or scooter at The LINC. Then spend the last half of the day cooling off at wave pool! Don’t forget your lunch, water bottle and helmet! #42484 Monday - Friday March 20 - 24 9:00 am - 5:00 pm LINC Skatepark $165/5 10:00 am - 4:00 pm LINC Games Room $190/4 days $50/day

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December 1 - 15 9:00 - 10:45 am Lewis Centre Craft Room B $35/3

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SCHOOL’S OUT FUN ZONE (6 - 11 years)

There’s no better way to spend early dismissal days! Activities include sports, arts, crafts, music, dance and games. Theme related activities will be featured each week. No classes February 10 & March 3. #42419 Fridays January 6 - March 17 1:00 - 3:30 pm Lewis Craft Room B $90/9 ART & PLAY PRO D (6 - 11 years) Join this crazy art day with lego, clay and more! Then play plasma cars, racing games and more in the gym! Lewis Tsolum Building $40 KITCHEN CAPERS PRO D (6 - 11 years) Sizzle up a skillet of fun. Blend in an abundance of cooking, crafts and games for a day long menu of cooking capers. Lunch is provided. #42418 Friday March 3 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Lewis Tsolum Building $35 Instructor: Jenja McIntyre #42417 Friday February 10 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Special Interest

ST JOHN BABYSITTER COURSE (11 - 18 years) Learn about children, accident prevention, home safety and emergency procedures. Please bring your lunch & a doll. Includes a take-home first aid kit. Register early, as these classes fill quickly. Instructor: St John Ambulance #42455 Saturday January 14 #42456 Saturday March 4 9:00 am - 4:30 pm Lewis Meeting Room $69 HOME SENSE & SAFETY (9 - 12 years) Create a safe environment when you are home alone. Learn about meal and snack prep, house- hold and pet safety, dealing with strangers, making emergency calls, and more. #42454 Saturday January 21 #42453 Saturday March 11 1:00 - 3:30 pm Lewis Meeting Room $25

GIRLS NIGHT IN (8 - 12 years)

Do your nails, create awesome hair pieces, make delicious treats, sing karaoke and more as you get ready to have a blast as you take over the Lewis Centre. Snacks included! #42388 Friday February 3 6:00 - 8:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $20 BOYS NIGHT IN (8 - 12 years) Dodgeball, Floor hockey, & make your own pizza night are just some ways you will take over the Lewis Centre. Get ready to rumble

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as you have a guys night in. #42389 Friday February 17 6:00 - 8:00 pm

Check out page 45 for infor- mation on registering a table in the Gnarly Little Christmas Craft Fair, December 3. Join us at this youth craft fair for some great Christmas ideas!

Lewis MP Hall & Craft Room $20

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KITCHEN ADVENTURES (6 - 9 years) Roll up your sleeves and tie on your apron for culinary fun. Com- bine kitchen etiquette and food safety with creative, nutritous and simple recipes. It’s a great intro- duction to learning about food. #42413 Wednesdays January 18 - March 8 3:30 - 5:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $90/8

COOKING AROUND THE WORLD (7 - 12 years)

PIANO ADVENTURES (5 - 11 years) Music makes your brain work better! Small group classes study the basics of music, then you can choose popular songs! Books cost $40 at the first lesson. This class is suitable for beginners. A piano or keyboard is recommended for practicing at home. Instructor: Debbie Ross Thursdays January 5 - March 16 #42415 4:00 - 5:00 pm (5 - 7 years) #42416 5:00 - 6:00 pm (8 - 11 years) Lewis Tsolum Building $132/11

Tour the world through food! Learn how to cook tasty dishes and treats from different parts of the world. Register early! #42458 Thursdays January 26 - March 16 4:00 - 5:30 pm Lewis Craft Room A $90/8

Birthday Parties

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GYMNASTICS/ TRAMPOLINE (4 - 14 years)

SATURDAY SPORTS PLAY (3 years & over) This party will leave you feeling breathless! We promise you lots of fun in this special edition of birthday celebrations. We offer one hour of instructor-lead sports play. Choose from Floor Hockey, Dodgeball or general gym games. Will include some free play with plasma-car races and more. Then, enjoy one hour in our party-room for your own treats and trimmings. Saturday starting January 7 1:00 - 3:00 pm Lewis MP Hall & Craft Room $100

HULA HOOP BIRTHDAYS (5 years & over) Celebrate your day with friends as you play games and learn fancy hula hoop tricks to amaze your friends & family. You can also make your own durable hula hoop as a party keepsake. Sundays starting January 8 1:00 - 3:00 pm Gym & Craft Room B $100/no craft $125/with craft We recommend you book birthday parties well in advance, as some dates fill quickly.

Got the birthday ‘meltdown’ blues? Let us make it easy for you. Bring the friends, the fuss, the mess and the muss to us. Our enthusiastic play leader will provide fun-filled activities in the gym, for the first hour only, followed by one hour in the party-room for your own trimmings and refreshments. Host parent must be present. Maximum of 10 children. Saturdays starting January 14 11:30 am - 1:30 pm Lewis Gym & Craft Room A $100

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WINTER FAMILY CLAY (4 years & over) Spend a Winter’s eve together making memorable clay pieces. Instructor: Jenja McIntyre Mondays #42463 January 16 - February 6 #42462 February 20 - March 13 5:30 - 7:00 pm Lewis Craft Room B $95/4 $105/more than 1 child Arts & Crafts Explore clay through a variety of techniques and projects such as pinch pots, coil-throwing, mask-making, graffito and glazing. Discover the joys of working with clay. Instructor: Jenja McIntyre #42460 Mondays January 9 - March 6 3:30 - 5:00 pm Lewis Craft Room B $125/8 CLAY SCULPTING (6 - 10 years)

CLAY DESIGNS (8 - 14 years) If you are older or have already completed an introductory course, continue developing your knowl- edge and abilities. Experience the joys and challenges of using a potter’s wheel and expand your creative repetoire in working with clay. Instructor: Jenja McIntyre #42461 Wednesdays January 18 - March 18 3:30 - 5:00 pm Lewis Craft Room B $125/8 Learn to draw animals. Look at domestic animals, farm animals, ocean creatures, and even dino- saurs. Students will learn drawing techniques and skills in drawing proportion, textrue & colour. Instructor: Jenja McIntyre #42657 Tuesdays January 10 - February 7 3:15 - 4:30 pm Lewis Meeting Room $50/5 DRAWING ANIMALS (8 - 12 years)

CARTOONING & MANGA (7 - 12 years) Learn to draw and shade anime, manga and all of your favourite

Japanese style characters. Instructor: Jenja McIntyre #42459 Tuesdays

February 14 - March 14 3:30 - 5:00 pm Lewis Meeting Room $50/5

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FUN WITH PRINT MAKING AND WATERCOLOURS (8 - 12 years)

In this class we will explore un- usual ways to paint with waterco- lour and try many ways to create prints. Students will be shown how to make monoprints, try collographs, wood block, stamp/ sticker making, screen printing on bags, t-shirts & more. Instructor: Jenja McIntyre #42658 Thursdays January 19 - March 9 3:30 - 5:00 pm Lewis Craft Room B $120/8

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SEWING BASICS (8 - 14 years)

CHILDREN’S LEVEL 2 SEWING (9 - 14 years) Progress to a slightly more com- plicated garment. You will need to purchase your own thread and fabric (approx. $15 - $20). Please discuss with the instructor. You will also need your own fabric scissors, straight pins and tape measure. Instructor: Jean Morgan #42466 Tuesdays March 7 - 28 3:30 - 5:30 pm Lewis Craft Room A $80/4 CHRISTMAS SEWING (8 - 14 years) Make your own fabric gift bags, tote bags or ornaments. Decide as a class what you will create to surprise your friends and family. Instructor: Jean Morgan #42180 Tuesdays December 6 - 13 3:30 - 5:00 pm Lewis Craft Room B $60/2

STAINED GLASS DESIGNS (9 - 12 years) Make a Mosaic box! Create a de- sign of your initials by gluing and grouting stained glass into a 6 x 9 inch wooden box supplied in the class. Also, make a spring stepping stone where you will cut and grind making stained glass flowers, bees and dragonflies to be incorporat- ed into cement. Instructor: Nancy Morrison #42464 Tuesdays January 17 - February 21 4:00 - 5:30 pm Lewis Craft Room B $90/6

Get to know the basics of how to use a sewing machine, use a pattern and learn some sewing terminology that will help you begin your career as you construct your own pincushion! For begin- ners only and is recommended prior to taking the ‘It’s Fun to Sew’ program. Instructor: Jean Morgan #42465 Tuesdays IT’S FUN TO SEW (8 - 14 years) Make and sew your very own starter pillow case, then move on to pull on cotton pants that you can wear to go home in if you like! You will need your own scissors that cut fabric, straight pins and tape measure. You will need to purchase your own fabric and January 10 - 31 3:30 - 5:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $70/4

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

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thread (approx. $15 - $20). Instructor: Jean Morgan #42467 Tuesdays

February 7 - 28 3:30 - 5:00 pm Lewis Craft Room A $70/4

Courtenay Recreation Family Day! February 13

Free Activities taking place at the Lewis Centre 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Family Gymnastics Fitness Youth Zone Arts & Crafts Games & Activities *Squash & Wellness Centre open regular fees apply LINC Youth Centre Family Drop-in 11 am - 2 pm

courtenay.ca/familyday Lewis Centre 250-338-5371 489 Old Island Hwy, Courtenay

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COMMUNITY CIRCUS 1 (6 - 12 years) Join 7 Story Circus! Activities include aerial silks and hoop; juggling and object manipulation; stilts and rola bola; handstands and acrobatics; partner acrobatics; improvisation and performance games; and a year-end show! Great for beginners, younger stu- dents and those with less than two seasons of circus experience. No class February 13. Instructor: Kaya Kehl #42495 Mondays January 9 - March 13 3:30 - 5:30 pm Lewis Centre Gym $180/9 COMMUNITY CIRCUS 2 Activities include: aerial silks, hoop, rope & static trapeze; juggling; object manipulation; stilts, chair balance & unicycle; handstands & conditioning; partner acrobat- ics; improvisation & performance games! For beginners to pre-pro- fessionals! (OR 10+ with CIRCUS experience & permission by teach- er) Info at www.7storycircus.com & facebook. No class February 13. Instructor: Kaya Kehl #42341 Mondays January 9 - March 13 6:00 - 8:00 pm Lewis Centre Gym $180/9 See page 54 for Handstand Class. Youth 12+ welcome.

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AERIAL ARTS: BASICS (10 years & over) This class is for students new to aerial fabric. With a focus on skill and strength building you’ll start close to the ground and then, gain height as your confidence and abilities increase. Eventually, you will be dancing in the air! No class March 10, make up class held on March 12. Instructor: Kaya Kehl #42494 Fridays January 13 - March 17 3:30 - 4:30 pm Lewis Centre Gym $170/10 AERIAL ARTS: Explore the exciting world of aerial fabric and aerial hoop. This class is for aerialists who are working at a higher level. We will focus on skills, form, combinations, creative de- velopment, strengthening, group work, and much more. No class March 10, make up class March 12. Instructor: Kaya Kehl #42496 Fridays January 13 - March 17 5:30 - 6:30 pm Lewis Centre Gym $170/10 ADVANCED (10 years & over)

AERIAL ARTS: INTERMEDIATE (10 years & over)

Explore the exciting world of aerial fabric and aerial hoop. This class is for aerialists with previous experi- ence. We will focus on skills, form, combinations, creative develop- ment, stengthening, group work and much more. No class March 10, make up class held on March 12. Instructor: Kaya Kehl #42497 Wednesdays January 11 - March 15 6:30 - 7:30 pm #42498 Fridays January 13 - March 17 4:30 - 5:30 pm Lewis Centre Gym $170/10

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Please note: a separate $21 once per year 7 Story Circus membersip fee must be paid to instructor for all Circus and Aerial Arts classes. CIRCUS OPEN TRAINING Practice more, be excellent, have fun; be inspired by others who are training and working on their skills, too! All equipment is available for practice. This is a supervised, non-instructional class open to anyone with circus &/or aerial experience. Info at 7storycircus.com & facebook. Instructor: Kaya Kehl #42335 Fridays January 13 - March 3 7:45 - 8:45 pm Lewis Centre Gym $10/Drop-in

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Dance & Sports

INDOOR SOCCER KIDS (5 - 7 years) For those just wanting to play soccer in a fun supervised en- vironment. Do a warm up and then get into a game. Please note instructors are on hand to provide warm-up and supervision only. #42287 Thursdays January 12 - March 2 3:15 - 4:15 pm Lewis Centre MP Hall $57/8 CHILDREN’S BEGINNER ARCHERY (7 - 12 years) Learn the basics of using a bow and arrow. Challenge yourself as you develop co-ordination, strength, a sharp eye, listening skills and more. You’ll gain an understanding of this fun sport which has a long history. Instructor: Sean Pisto #42547 Saturdays January 14 - February 4 3:00 - 4:00 pm Lewis Centre MP Hall $50/4

HIP HOP INTRO (6 - 8 years)

FLOOR HOCKEY (6 - 9 years)

Got some attitude? Combine it with funky jazz movements, your favourite tunes and learn how to do the latest video dance routines with style. #42499 Tuesdays January 10 - February 28 3:00 - 4:00 pm Lewis Activity Room A $60/8

DANCE MIX (5 - 7 years) Try out a variety of dance styles and enjoy a fun, active fusion experience at the same time. Explore Ballet, Jazz, Modern, Latin, African, and Hip Hop. Put steps, routines and music together. Instructor: Jenna Flint #42294 Thursdays January 26 - March 16 3:45 - 4:45 pm Lewis Activity Room A $50/8 Fast play and action! It’s a great way to start your week! Shoot, score and work hard with your teammates. Supervision and play for all levels provides fun for you and your friends. Please note, this is a non-instructional program. No class February 13. #42391 Mondays January 16 - March 13 3:15 - 4:15 pm Lewis Centre MP Hall $40/8

HIP HOP DANCE (9 - 13 years)

Learn the newest styles of Hip Hop. Develop the foundations of grooving, popping, locking, and the works! Then add in choreog- raphy and a whole lot of fun. No experience is required--just bring

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a positive attitude. #42502 Thursdays

January 12 - March 2 4:00 - 5:00 pm Lewis Activity Room B $60/8

BUDDING BALLERINAS (5 - 7 years) Ballet provides the foundation for all forms of dance and helps your physical development. You’ll enjoy this fun, light introduction to ballet and learn position, steps and movement through floor exercis- es, dance steps, mime and musical interpretation. Instructor: Maggie Scofield-Reid #42501 Wednesdays January 11 - March 15 3:30 - 4:30 pm Lewis Activity Room A $80/10

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KARATE KIDS (5 - 7 years)

Martial Arts

Block, kick and punch your way through this fun and focussed program designed for this age group. Playing skills based games and learning transitional karate techniques will help to improve motor skills, strength and balance. Instructor: Brenda Bombini &

Todd Robertson #42548 Thursdays

January 12 - March 9 5:30 - 6:00 pm Lewis Centre MP Hall $65/9

JUNIOR KARATE (7 - 14 years)

BEGINNER KUNG FU (LEVEL 1) (5 - 7 years) Learn valuable life skills through self defence techniques. Students learn to be considerate, tolerant and respectful community mem- bers. Games are used to help develop sharper reflexes and co-ordination. *Please note that there is an additional $55 fee for new students for a uniform. This includes a shirt, sash and pants. Instructor: Corny Martens #42509 Tuesdays & Thursdays January 10 - March 16 3:10 - 3:50 pm Lewis Activity Room B $140/20 ADVANCED KUNG FU (7 - 14 years)

BEGINNER KUNG FU (LEVEL 2) (7 - 14 years) Building on the foundation of basic skills, this group will explore more advanced techniques. Stu- dents also build on having a gold- en sash attitude or what attributes are needed in becoing a Kung Fu Master. This class begins to learn basic staff techniques and forms from Traditional Wing Chun. No class February 13. Instructor: Corny Martens #42512 Mondays & Wednesdays January 9 - March 15 3:10 - 4:00 pm Lewis Activity Room B $150/19

Karate is a fun and focused way for fitness, flexability and personal development. Learn self defence, improve concentration, confi- dence, self-discipline and sport- manship with blocks, kicks, punch- es and evasive moves! Courtenay Karate teaches traditional Shi- to-ryu karate with NCCP certified instruction sanctioned by Karate Canada and Karate BC ensuring the highest quality of expertise and safety (an annual fee will be collected in class). No class Febru- ary 13. Instructor: Todd Robertson & Brenda Bombini #42520 Mondays & Thursdays January 9 - March 16 6:15 - 7:15 pm Lewis Centre MP Hall $138/9

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Students in this class begin to explore the ‘Cham Kui’ or bridging form as well as working on ‘Chi Sao’ or sensitivity training. At this level, the practitioner will be learning how to stay centred in various disadvan- taged fighting scenarios. Further training with staff, Dragon pole, and chinese bladed weapons will continue. No class February 13. Instructor: Corny Martens #42513 Mondays & Wednesdays January 9 - March 15 4:10 - 5:15 pm Lewis Centre MP Hall $165/19

Check out our Pro-D programs on page 34.

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TAEKWONDO JUNIORS ADVANCED (8 - 13 years) Taekwondo is a Korean martial art and an Olympic sport. Stu- 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 the Woo Kim Taekwondo Assoc. and the BC Taekwondo Federation. All classes taught by a 3rd Dan Instructor. Instructor: Richard Dobbs #42523 Tuesdays & Thursdays January 10 - March 16 6:00 - 7:00 pm Lewis Centre MP Hall $160/20 Please note: There will be no classes on stat holidays. Check receipts carefully for important program infor- mation.

TAEKWONDO TIGERS (5 - 7 years) Taekwondo is a Korean martial art and an Olympic sport. Students learn taekwondo with an empha- sis on fun. Physical skills such as balance, coordination and flex- ibility are coupled with building mental and social skills like con- fidence, cooperation, and focus. Sanctioned by Woo Kim Taekwon- do Assoc. and the BC Taekwondo Federation. All classes taught by a 3rd Dan Instructor. Instructor: Richard Dobbs #42521 Tuesdays & Thursdays January 10 - March 6 4:00 - 4:45 pm Lewis Centre $140/20

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 10 please join Junior class directly. We are a sanctioned member of the BC TKD Federation. Instructor: Richard Dobbs #42524 Fridays January 27 - March 17 4:00 - 4:30 pm Lewis Activity Room $64/8

TAEKWONDO JUNIORS BEGINNER (8 - 13 years)

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Taekwondo is a Korean martial art and an 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-operation, and focus. Sanctioned by the Woo Kim Taekwondo Assoc. and the BC Taekwondo Federation. All classes taught by a 3rd Dan Instructor.

Instructor: Richard Dobbs #42522 Tuesdays & Thursdays January 10 - March 16 4:50 - 5:50 pm Lewis Centre MP Hall $160/20

FUNDAMENTAL SKILLS (7 - 11 years)

Join this starter program designed for children with intellectual disabil- ities between the ages of 7-11 years. Improve on sport-related motor skills such as running, jumping, skipping and throwing in this fun, non-competitive environment. Children will be introduced to sports such as: soccer, basketball, floor hockey and more. The FUNdamentals skills will then help children transition into community or traditional Special Olympic Programs. Instructor: Sean Pisto #42384 Saturdays January 7 - March 18 9:15 - 10:15 am Lewis Centre MP Hall $25/11 $2.50

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TRAMPOLINE (6 years & over) Develop skills in a structured trampoline program and enhance your performance in other sports, school and social activities. Based on the BC 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! Wednesdays January 11 - March 15 Lewis Centre Gym $85/10 GIRLS PRE ADVANCED (8 years & over) 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. #42534 Tuesdays January 10 - March 14 6:30 - 8:00 pm #42537 Saturdays January 7 - March 4 2:00 - 3:30 pm Prerequisite for this class: Min- imum Level Silver 3 or assessed ahead of time by instructor Sheri Roffey. #42545 Tuesdays January 10 - March 14 6:30 - 8:00 pm #42544 Saturday January 7 - March 4 2:00 - 3:30 pm #42525 3:30 - 4:30 pm #42526 4:30 - 5:30 pm BOYS ADVANCED (8 years & over)

Gymnastics

Both boys and girls will enjoy the sport of Gymnastics, for fun and fitness. Knowlegeable, playful, skilled and friendly, our qualified instruc- tors will connect you to a lifetime love of learning and physical activity. Each class includes a thorough warm-up, time spent on gymnastics skills, technique and knowledge and a concluding activity according to gymnastics level. Individual progress is tracked through the Canadian Gymnastics Federation Can Gym Program, with pictorial report cards and participation certificates. Students are grouped by levels: Begin- ner (1,2,3); Pre-Advanced (4, Silver 1,2); Advanced (Silver 3, 4, Gold 1-6). New students are evaluated for their starting level during the first two weeks of the session.

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GIRLS & BOYS MIXED (5 - 7 years) #42531 Tuesdays January 10 - March 14 3:30 - 5:00 pm #42530 Saturdays January 7 - March 4 10:00 - 11:30 am GIRLS GYMANSTICS (8 - 16 years) #42532 Tuesdays January 10 - March 14 5:00 - 6:30 pm #42533 Saturday January 7 - March 4 12:30 - 2:00 pm $135/10 Sessions (Tuesdays) $110/9 Sessions (Saturdays) 210/Both Days (19 Sessions) Lewis Centre Gym

BOYS GYMNASTICS (8 years & over)

Separate boys classes allow for dynamic energy to be channelled in creative ways. Learn the basics, then develop your skills, strength and stamina on a variety of appa- ratus. #42542 Tuesdays January 10 - March 14 5:00 - 6:30 pm #42543 Saturdays January 7 - March 4 12:30 - 2:00 pm

GIRLS ADVANCED (8 years & over) #42540 Tuesdays

January 10 - March 14 6:30 - 8:00 pm January 7 - March 4 2:00 - 3:30 pm

#42539 Saturdays

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SCOOTER SUNDAYS (6 - 12 years) Skatepark

SKATEBOARD FUNDAMENTALS 1 (6 - 12 years) Build confidence learning the FUNdamentals of skateboarding. Learn the the basics of balance, pushing and cruising. Then prog- ress to the ramps and bowl, and learn a trick or two! This class is geared to beginners with limited or no experience skateboarding. No class February 13. #42450 Mondays January 16 - March 13

SKATEBOARD FUNDAMENTALS 2 (7 - 13 years)

Take your skateboarding to the next level in this class. Gain more confidence riding the bowl and learning new tricks. Small class size will give you individual time with the instructor and help you progress. This class is geared to skaters who have previously par- ticipated in Skate FUNdamentals or are intermediate skaters. No class February 13. #42451 Mondays January 16 - March 13 5:45 - 6:45 pm LINC Skatepark $92/8 $102/with rental SK8, SCOOT & SWIM (7 - 12 years) Start your day playing games and learning new moves on your skateboard or scooter at The LINC. Then spend the last half of the day cooling off at the wave pool! Don’t forget your lunch, water bottle and helmet! #42484 Monday - Friday March 20 - 24 9:00 am - 5:00 pm LINC Skatepark $165/5 SPRING BREAK

ADULTS ONLY SKATEBOARD NIGHT (18 years & over) Learning to scooter or want to? We’ll teach you the basics, and help you progress through differ- ent tricks in the skatepark. Here’s your chance to get rolling! No class February 12. Instructor: Jordan Savard #42518 Sundays January 15 - March 12 9:30 - 10:30 am LINC Multipurpose Room $92/8 $102/with rental

4:30 - 5:30 pm LINC Skatepark $92/8 $102/with rental

Dust off your skateboard and come out for ‘just for adults’ skate night at the indoor park. Purchase a Punch Pass for $40 or drop in for $4. This program is based on regular participation and may be cancelled if num- bers are low. Helmets required and available. Skateboard rentals $4. No drop-in February 13. Mondays January 9 - March 13

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Unsure which skate class to register for? Try it at no charge and have our instructor assess which class would be the best fit. See page 44.

7:00 - 9:00 pm LINC Skatepark $4/Drop-in $40/punch card (can also be used wed-sat)

LINC Winter Break Hours

Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

Saturday

Monday

Friday

Dec. 19 Adult Skate 7 - 9 pm

Dec. 20 Tween Night 3 - 8 pm

Dec. 21 3 - 9 pm

Dec. 22 3 - 9 pm

Dec. 23 3 - 11 pm

Dec. 24 CLOSED

Dec. 27 CLOSED

Dec. 28 3 - 9 pm

Dec. 29 3 - 9 pm

Dec. 30 3 - 11 pm

Dec. 31 CLOSED

Dec. 26 CLOSED

Jan. 2 CLOSED

Regular drop-in hours resume January 3, 2017

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Gear Up for 2017: Youth Program Free Trial Week! January 8 - 13 Sunday January 8 - Scooter Sundays 9:30 - 10:30 am #42519 Monday Janury 9 - Skateboard FUNdamentals 4:30 - 5:30 pm #42483 , Fitness Fusion 5:00 - 6:00 pm #42471 Tuesday January 10 - Dance Fusion 4:30 - 5:30 pm #42473 Wednesday January 11 - Journey into Digital Fabrication 4:15 - 5:45 pm #42491 , Paint Party 6:00 - 7:00 pm #42482 Thursday January 12 - Mixed Media 4:30 - 6:00 pm #42489 Please call 250-338-5371 to secure your spot!

Leadership Skills LEADERS IN TRAINING (LIT) (13 - 18 years)

JOB PREP (14 - 18 years)

FOOD SAFE LEVEL 1 (14 years & over)

Ready to join the workforce and start earning your own money? Get prepared to land your first job, and gain valuable resume-building skills like cash and food handling, customer service, phone etiquette, and workplace safety. Participants will complete a resume, learn interview skills and tour local businesses. Receive a reference, resume and certificate upon com- pletion. No class February 10. #42492 Fridays January 27 - March 17 2:00 - 5:00 pm LINC Games Room $63/7 RecreationAccess Apply for coupon books that provide healthy lifestyle oppor- tunities to residents of the City of Courtenay who live below Statistics Canada low income thresholds. Ask us how to apply!

Train to become an employable food handler in the service indus- try. Learn about safe food han- dling methods and food prepara- tion techniques. Certificates are awarded upon successful comple- tion of the program. A must for resumes! Instructor: Gaetane Palardy #42514 Saturday February 4 #42515 Friday March 24 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

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Have fun, get involved and gain work experience! This course is essential for youth looking to become awesome leaders, or build on their resumes. Learn to lead games and activities, and behaviour management; then test them out as a volunteer during spring break programs. Partici- pants will meet with the volunteer coordinator to discuss volunteer opportunities. #42806 Tuesdays February 7 - March 14 5:30 - 7:00 pm LINC Multipurpose Room $36/6 Did you know . . . Volunteer and LIT hours can be used towards graduation credits.

LINC Multipurpose Room $98

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