Rev your engines and race into action-packed adventures! Buckle up for a week of high-speed fun as we explore the world of cars, trucks, and all things that go vroom!
Join us for a fun filled Summer! Pick from any of the 8 weekly themes this year to enjoy with us and a summer full of exciting memories. Our camps include a variety of activities ranging from crafts, games, swimming in the pool, to daily outdoor adventures and trips to local beaches and parks!
For ages 6 - 12
Camps will run weekly from July 2 - August 23 from 9am - 3pm Monday - Friday Additional care is available 8am - 5pm Weekly rates are $185 (Week 1 & 6 is $148)
$45 pre-registered daily rates
Sibling discounts are available when you register 2, 3, or more siblings!
BEFORE & AFTER CAMPS
For parents who require childcare beyond the hours of 9am - 3pm, we offer Before and After Camp Care. You can drop off your child as early as 8am with pick-up extending until 5pm. Arrange for this service when you register for our camps!
WEEK 1 - Treasure Hunters
July 2 - 5 (no camp Monday July 1)
If treasures are what you seek, then join our camp this week! Kick off the summer with a week-long treasure hunt where your kids will work together to solve riddles, and crack codes to find a prize as good as gold!
Join us for a program that will focus on the FUNdamentals of tennis! The goal is to spark the love of the sport through stimulating specific coordination activities that will lead to the proper development of tennis fundamentals. This weeklong program will help to develop and establish skills that will allow participants to cooperatively rally, and practice with one another. All participants must bring their own racket, water bottle and appropriate footwear.
Monday - Friday from 10:00am - 12:00pm
Session 1
July 8 - 12
$175/5 classes
Location: Townsite Tennis Courts
Session 2
Aug 19 - 23
$175/5 classes
Location: Townsite Tennis Courts
Introduction to Horseback Riding
Ages: 9 - 11 & 12 - 16
Powell River Therapeutic Riding is offering a summer youth camp where students will learn all about horses! This 3 day camp will teach students the basics of horse care, grooming, stable management and riding foundations.
Incorporating a variety of activities on and off the horse, located at the Paradise Exhibition Park.
Ages 9 - 11: July 15 - 17 from 9am to 3pm Ages 12 - 16: July 29 - 31 from 9am to 3pm Fee: $350
Location: Paradise Exhibition Grounds
Table Tennis
Introduction to Pickleball
Ages: 8 - 12
Introduce your child to the growing game of pickleball. In partnership with qPA (qathet Pickeball Association), this 5-day (90 minutes per day) introductory pickleball program is designed to introduce children aged 8-12 to the fundamentals of pickleball in a fun, engaging, and educational manner. Each day will focus on different aspects of the game, combining drills, games, and matches to build skills and confidence.
Monday - Friday from 10:00 - 11:30am July 22-26 $100/5 classes
Location: Townsite Pickleball Courts
Puck Skills & Power Skating
Join us for our Summer Skills Program, where kids will sharpen their skating technique and enhance their puck handling skills on the ice! Led by experienced coaches, this dynamic program is designed to improve agility, speed, and control while having fun on the rink. Whether you're looking to finesse your footwork or dominate with the puck, this program is your ticket to hockey success this summer!
Monday - Friday August 12 - 16 $125 per skater
U9 from 8:30 - 9:30am
U11 from 9:45 - 11:00am
U13 11:15am - 12:30pm
DROP IN ARENA & SPORTS PROGRAMS
Pickleball
Mondays from 1:00 - 3:30pm
Tuesdays from 1:00 - 3:30pm
Wednesdays from 6:00 - 9:00pm
Thursdays from 6:00 - 9:00pm
Fridays from 1:00 - 3:30pm
$3 per drop in or purchase a package of 10 tickets for $27
Location: Recreation Complex (rooms vary)
Mondays from 4:00-6:00pm (2 courts are reserved for advanced play) Wednesdays from 4:00-7:00pm
Fridays from 4:00-7:00pm
Saturdays from 1:30-3:30pm, and Drop in Family Pickleball from 3:30-5:00pm.
Please note that all junior players 12 & under must be accompanied by an adult Sundays from 1:00-5:00pm (with free coaching available between 1:00-3:00pm) $3 per drop in or purchase a package of 10 tickets for $27
Location: Oceanview Education Centre Gym
INTRODUCTION TO TENNIS
Join us for a program that will focus on the FUNdamentals of tennis! The goal is to spark the love of the sport through stimulating specific coordination activities that will lead to the proper development of tennis fundamentals. This week long program will help to develop and establish skills that will allow participants to cooperatively rally, and practice with one another. Two options are available, July 8 - 12, or August 19 - 23. All participants must bring their own racket, water bottle and appropriate footwear. For ages 8 - 10.
MONDAY - FRIDAY FROM 10:00AM - 12:00PM AT THE TOWNSITE TENNIS COURTS
SESSION 1: JULY 8 - 12
SESSION 2: AUGUST 19 - 23
$175/PER SESSION
Join us for our Summer Skills Program, where kids will sharpen their skating technique and enhance their puck handling skills on the ice! Led by experienced coaches, Brock Sawyer and Shayla Sarton, this dynamic program is designed to improve agility, speed, and control while having fun on the rink. Whether you're looking to finesse your footwork or dominate with the puck, this program is your ticket to hockey success this summer!
AUGUST 12 - 16
U9 8:30 - 9:30am
U11 9:45 - 11:00am
U13 11:15am - 12:30pm
FEE: $125
Register online at powellriverprc.ca, call 604 485-2891, or visit the Recreation Complex.
INTRODUCTION TO
HORSEBACK RIDING
In partnership with the Powell River Therapeutic Riding Society, join us for this new summer youth camp where students will learn all about horses! This 3 day camp will teach students the basics of horse care, grooming, stable management and riding foundations. Incorporating a variety of activities on and off the horse, located at the beautiful facilities in the Paradise Exhibition Park.
July15th-17th
from9amto3pm Ages9to11
July29th-31st from9amto3pm Ages12to16
Cost-$350
Saddle up and join us for an
at Oceanview Education Centre - 7105 Nootka St. for 16 yrs +
EVERYONE WELCOME/SOCIAL PLAY
Mondays from 4:00-6:00pm 2 courts reserved for Advanced Play Wednesdays from 4:00-7:00pm Fridays from 4:00-7:00pm Saturdays from 1:30-3:30pm
*3:30-5:00pm Drop in Family Pickleball
For this session, all junior players 12 & under must be accompanied by an adult Sundays from 11:00am-1:00pm Beginners Coaching Sundays from 1:00-5:00pm Everyone Welcome
$3.00 per session or $27.00 for a book of 10 tickets Please purchase tickets at the Recreation Complex
at Oceanview Education Centre - 7105 Nootka St. for 16 yrs +
SUMMER PICKLEBALL
EVERYONE WELCOME/SOCIAL PLAY
Mondays from 4:00-6:00pm Wednesdays from 4:00-7:00pm Fridays from 4:00-7:00pm *NO SATURDAYS FOR JULY & AUGUST* Sundays from 11:00am-1:00pm Beginners Coaching Sundays from 1:00-5:00pm Everyone Welcome
$3.00 per session or $27.00 for a book of 10 tickets Please purchase tickets at the Recreation Complex
SUMMER Aquatics
WEEKLY DROP IN AQUATIC SCHEDULE
JULY 2 - 31
JULY & AUGUST HOURS
Monday - Friday 6:00am - 9:00pm Saturday 9:00am - 1:00pm Closed Sundays & Statutory Holidays We will be closed for Annual Maintenance August 25 - September 15
SUMMER Aquatics
WEEKLY DROP IN AQUATIC SCHEDULE
AUGUST 1 - 24
JULY & AUGUST HOURS
Monday - Friday 6:00am - 9:00pm
Saturday 9:00am - 1:00pm
Closed Sundays & Statutory Holidays We will be closed for Annual Maintenance August 25 - September 15
SWIM LESSONS Aquatics SUMMER
MORNING SWIM LESSONS
MONDAY - FRIDAY
SWIM LESSONS Aquatics SUMMER
EVENING LESSONS
SWIMMING LESSON TIPS FOR SUCCESS:
beginners: practice blowing bubbles in the bathtub and lowering ears into the water while reclined
register in the appropriate level for safety reasons and for building swimming confidence
avoid wearing long baggy shorts or t-shirts as these cause drag; choose snug fitting swimming attire
goggles that fit well can help with swimmer comfort masks that cover the nose are NOT recommended as this hinders safety skill development
tie up long hair away from the face or cover it with a swim cap swim for fun and practice the skills you ’ ve learned while you take a break from lessons ask your instructor if there is something particular you can practice on your own time to improve
AQUATIC PROGRAMS - DROP IN & REGISTERED
Drop In Water Fitness
Ages: 16 & up
As part of your membership or daily drop in admission, enjoy options to attend afternoon or evening aqua fit classes. Various instructors will lead a 45 minute class.
Mon / Wed / Fri 1:00 - 1:45 pm
Tues/Thurs 7:45 - 8:30pm
Aqua Yoga
Ages: 19 & up
This adult program adapts traditional hatha poses to the water environment. The gentle nature of this exercise makes it ideal for all fitness levels.
Tuesdays from 8:15 - 9:00am
July 2 - 30
$50/5 classes
Thursdays from 8:15 - 9:00am
July 4 - August 1
$50/5classes
Instructor: Kelly Edwards
Location: Leisure Pool
AQUATIC LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS
LIFESAVING SOCIETY
For more information about the Lifesaving Society visit, www.lifesaving.bc.ca
Bronze Medallion - Lifesaving
Ages: 13 years minimum or Bronze Star Certification
Bronze Medallion teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles embodied in the four components of water rescue education: judgment, knowledge, skill, and fitness. Candidates acquire the assessment and problem-solving skills needed to make good decisions in, on and around the water. Endurance standard is a 400 metre swim within 12 minutes. Candidates must attend ALL sessions.
Tuesday - Friday from 9:30am - 3:00pm
July 2 - 5 $225
Location: Poolside Room
Candidates MUST attend ALL sessions
Bronze Cross - Assistant Lifeguard
Prerequsite: Bronze Medallion
This course begins the transition from lifesaving to lifeguarding and prepares candidates for responsibilities as Assistant Lifeguards. Candidates strengthen and expand their lifesaving skills and begin to apply the principles and techniques of active surveillance in aquatic facilities. Endurance standard is a 400 metre swim within 11 minutes. Candidates must attend ALL sessions. Bring your Canadian Lifesaving Manual and provide proof of your Br Medallion certification to the instruct
Monday - Friday from 8:30am - 3:30pm July 22 - 26 $225
Location: Poolside Room
LIFEGUARD Waterfront
JUNE 20 - 23 THURSDAY & FRIDAY FROM 4:00 - 9:00PM SATURDAY & SUNDAY FROM 9:00AM - 5:00PM
FEE: $240
The NL Waterfront course emphasizes the lifeguarding skills, principles and practices that will assist the lifeguard to provide effective safety supervision in waterfront environments. Must have NL-Pool certification and AMOA (Airway Management & Oxygen Administration).
LOCATION: Poolside Room & various waterfronts
NATIONAL LIFEGUARD POOL OPTION
Recognized as the standard measure of lifeguard performance in Canada, NL education develops the fundamental values, judgment, knowledge, skills and fitness required by lifeguards to provide effective safety supervision in swimming pool environments. Candidates must attend every session. Course includes Airway Management and Oxygen Administration (AMOA) certification. Prerequisites are a minimum age of 15 years plus Bronze Cross and Standard First Aid from an approved provider.
Dates & Time: Monday - Saturday August 19 - 24 from 10:00am-5:30pm
Registration Fee: $425
For info on the NL training program, refer to the Lifesaving Society BC website:
For more information about the Red Cross visit, www.redcross.ca/training-and-certification
Emergency First Aid/OFA Level 1
Ages: 15 & up
This is a WorkSafeBC Occupational Level 1 equivalent and can be used in the workplace. Through a blended learning of online tutorials plus hands-on training and practice, this 8-hour basic first aid course will give you the confidence to respond to respiration and circulation emergencies, including asthma, allergic reactions, heart attach, stroke and bleeding. Must complete online portion prior to classroom session. Online Module: 4 hours at your own pace, complete prior to classroom session.
Classroom session Wednesday July 10 from 8:30am - 12:30pm
A Level 1
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Classroom session Wednesday July 10
Location: Poolside Room & Aquatic Centre
Pools, Hot Tub & Sauna will be CLOSED August 25 - September 15 for Annual Maintenance
Are you new to the weight room? Attend a one hour orientation session to familiarize yourself with our cardio and weight equipment and learn how to use them safely and effectively.
DATES/TIMES: Orientations will be scheduled at a time that is agreed upon between the participant and the weight room attendant.
$20 private/$10 each for groups of 2 or more
Location: Recreation Complex Weight Room
PERSONAL TRAINING
Our certified trainers can provide training one on one or in group session. Whether you are new to fitness, need personalized motivation or sport specific training, our personal trainers can develop a program individualized to you and your specific goals. Our trainers can motivate you by assisting with goal setting, providing feedback and accountability. Speak to the Health and Fitness Program Coordinator for more information and to set up an appointment.
a one on one 60 minute session addressing your personal related goals.
Number of Sessions Cost per session Cost per package
min sessions. You will receive one personalized exercise program each.
Number of Sessions Cost per session Cost per package
Aquatic Personal Training Packages
All session are 45 minutes. The viscosity of the water provides an excellent source of resistance when incorporated into an Aquatic Personal Training Program. This resistance allows for muscle strengthening without the need of weights. This program is especially useful for those with arthritis, healing fractured bones, or who are overweight.
Weight Training, Spin and Pilates instructor. She is also a certified Personal Trainer on land and in water. Bianca is fascinated by the human body and all its capabilities and the science that always discovers new and improved workouts to either get people in better shape, helps them to recover from injuries or improve their everyday mobility.
Gerrimae has had a lifelong passion for movement, food, and people. She was the owner of Thrive Fitness, went back to school to pursue an education in nutrition, became a certified indoor rowing instructor then opened My Element Health and Fitness. For 15 years she shared her knowledge and energy, empowering women to move and thrive. She has broadened her knowledge base greatly by becoming a nutrition coach to allow her a wider approach to her personal training. Her clients benefit not only from excellent coaching but from her lifelong nurturing of people in her care.
that support their day to day life. She has learned from personal experience how to overcome fears and blocks and develop new skills that promote well being and accomplishment. Gail is especially adept at engaging with clients to realize important life style challenges and integrate new strengths and interest to their day to day life. Her good humour and positive attitude have inspired many people to make long lasting changes and gain confidence in their abilities.
Kimberley Gage is a BCRPA Personal and Older Adult Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor and Yoga Teacher. A cheerleader at heart, she is passionate about helping clients meet their health, fitness and mobility goals, regardless of their ability. Kimberley employs a variety of strength and mobility techniques to increase mindbody awareness and improve function.
Roché Rossouw is a BCRPA personal trainer, group fitness instructor and health coach. She is certified in Older Adult, Steady Feet , and Precision Nutrition Level 2, and enjoys teaching people to use the best technique possible when they exercise. “I believe everybody who is able to move, can start somewhere and get stronger if they use good exercise technique, consistently show up to train and try to have fun in the process."
REGISTERED ADULT GROUP FITNESS PROGRAMS
Drums
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Ages: 16 & up
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Tuesdays from 1:00 - 2:00pm Session 1
July 9 - 23 $32/3 classes
Location: Rotary Pavilion at Willingdon Beach Session 2
Aug 13 - 27 $32/3 classes
Location: Rotary Pavilion at Willingdon Beach
Instructor: Christine Masters
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YOGA REGISTERED PROGRAMS
Restorative Hatha Yoga
Ages: 16 & up
Join Kelly, certified yoga therapist, and let yourself destress and relax in a gentle yoga practice. Coax strength and flexibility from your body as you learn the benefits of alignment and mindfulness. Participants will use yoga blocks and chairs as they explore variations on familiar postures in a restorative practice.
Tuesdays from 9:30 - 10:30am
July 2 - 30 $55/5 classes
Location: Elm Room
Instructor: Kelly Edwards
Yoga for Men
Ages: 16 & up
Yoga for Men combines core-strengthening and yoga postures with functional fitness exercises for an amazing workout. Lead by Kelly, a certified yoga therapist, this program is designed for both people who enjoy sports and want to improve their game and people who are looking to destress and find some clarity in life. It will help loosen up those tight hips, lower backs and shoulders.
Thursdays from 6:45 - 7:45pm
July 4 - 25 $42/4 classes
Location: Elm Room
Instructor: Kelly Edwards
Therapeutic Yoga Summer Series
Ages: 16 & up
Summer is the time of outdoor activities and fun. Here is Your opportunity for self-care: This class will include elements of back care, balance, gentle strength and healthy aging including joint mobility. Each class will incorporate breath awareness and a final relaxation to ease you back to your summer life. The focus will be adapted to the needs and goals of the participants. This series of three classes needs pre-registration and is limited to a maximum of 12 participants. The program is led by Regina, a certified, experienced Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT)
Thursdays from 11:00am-12:15pm
Session 1
July 4 - 18
Session 2
August 1 - 15
Location: Elm Room
Instructor: Regina Pfeifer
$35/3 classes
$35/3 classes
MONDAY JULY 1
WILLINGDON BEACH 3 - 10:30PM
FACILITYRENTALS
The City of Powell River boasts a variety of parks, open spaces, and recreational facilities available throughout the community for bookings.
Wedding, special events, birthday parties? We have the space for you! Call us at 604 485-8909 or email bookings@powellriver.ca for more information!
Meeting Rooms
The Recreation Complex has a variety of meeting rooms with various seating capacities, large screen TVs for computer access, projector screens, tables and chairs.
The Complex's meeting rooms include:
Arbutus Room - 250 seat capacity
Cedar Room - 120 seat capacity (Combined rooms for 370 seat capacity)
Elm Room
Poplar Room
Maple Room
Poolside Room
Rehearsal Room
TV & projector screens
Tables and chairs
Kitchen with commercial 10-burner gas stove
Electric convection oven
Commerical refrigerator and dishwasher
Parks & Playing Fields
Our City has many parks and playing fields available for use from community recreation to organized sports and competitions
Willingdon Beach Park features:
Stage Pavilion - 30 amp service
Spray Park
All purpose field
Loggers Memorial Bowl
Adult Fitness Park
Historical Museum
Campground
Seasonal Concession Playgrounds
Other City Parks include:
Larry Gouthro Park
DA Evans Park
Sunset Park
Lindsay Park
Henderson Park
Grief Point Park
Wharf at Westview Spirit Square
JP Dallos Field
Timberlane Track & Field
FACILITYRENTALS
Aquatic Centre
6 lanes by 25m length, 3.5m depth at 27°C
Shallow Leisure Pool at 32°C
Hot Tub at 39°C
Electric Dry Sauna
Mens, Womens, and Universal Changerooms
Dwight Hall
Consider the historic Dwight Hall filled with charm and elegance for your next function. With a capacity for 440 guests, the Hall is a superb location for your wedding, fundraiser, ceremony, or special concert The Hall has a grand ballroom with dance floor, supper room, large non commercial kitchen, and performance stage
Grand Ball Room - 440 seat capacity
Supper room - 128 seat capacity
Two refrigerators and two ovens
Performance stage and portable stage
Portable bar
Microphone and podium
Projector Screen
Tables and chairs
Arena & Rink Ice
2 Full NHL Sized Playing Surfaces
Grandstand seating up to 1200
Over 17,000sq ft space for conventions, tradeshows, concerts, and banquets
Easy load in/load out access
Evergreen Theatre
Consider the Evergreen Theatre, with either a 260 seat compact set up, or 716 seat full theatre extension consisting of stage theatre, lighting, excellent acoustics, dressing and rehearsal rooms The Theatre is well suited for musical performances, theatre productions, as well as conventions, seminars, and film presentations.
