Fall 2011
HAPPENINGS
HAPPENINGS—your quick reference for programs, activities, swimming, skating, sports and youth activities. Published three times a year by the City of Waterloo Community, Culture and Recreation Department. Happenings spotlights City of Waterloo programs and activities, but also features other programs provided by organizations within the community. Cover photograph: Sarah & Samuel enjoy a morning walk. Taken in Trillium Woods by Salvatore Pace.
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Birthday Fun!
IT’S PARTY TIME! Dance Parties Come dance with us on your birthday! Parties designed specifically to your child’s age group. Saturdays only. $125 to $150. Skating Parties Your group will join a public skate. Two hours in a party room for 10 skaters. $70.59 Swimming Parties Your group will join a public swim. Two hours in a party room for 10 swimmers. $72.90 Sports Parties at RIM Park 50 minutes in the gym. $59.19 Two hours in a party room for 10 participants. $36.59 Sports equipment also available: Party Bag 1 $30.00 Party Bag 2 $25.00 Preschool Party Bag $35.00 Various MUNCHIE OPTIONS available. No outside food or beverage permitted, with exception of birthday cake. Contact Compass Catering for assistance: catering.cityofwaterloo@compass-canada.com Ph: 226-220-5396
For questions or party bookings email birthday@waterloo.ca
FOR MORE PARTY INFORMATION visit:
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Active Living Programs For more information call 519-886-1177 x280 or email dawn.tozer@waterloo.ca Registration on now. Find more details on page 8. Kid Karate The beginner Karate program is taught by a Black Belt Instructor and will teach self-defense training for boys and girls. This active sport builds self confidence. 10 week program Location: Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex Ages 4-6 years & 7-10 years Cost $65 Begins week of September 19.
Monkeynastix Monkeynastix is a fun, challenging, non-competitive movement education fitness program for children. A qualified instructor will have your children active for this 30-minute class once a week. Lessons include a warm up to music, stretch, eye/hand/foot activities, fine and gross motor skills, movement to music and working with specialised equipment. T-shirt and participation awards included. 10 week program Location: Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex Ages 1-2 years & Ages 3-4 years Cost $115 (Parents must participate with their children in the 1-2 years program) Begins week of September 19.
Soccer Agility Conditioning With an emphasis on quickness and agility, this program is designed to train the feet to move more quickly and move efficiently. Speed combined with fine-tuned agility will give your young athlete a huge advantage on the field, keeping your child ahead of the competition. Not only does this program train players cutting movements, and the ability to change direction but will also teach proper movement mechanics. 5 week program Offered in September, October and November Location: Albert McCormick Community Centre Ages 5-8 years & Ages 9-14 years Cost $115
Mom & Baby Yoga Bring your baby along with you and participate in this Yoga program. Learn yoga postures, breathing and other techniques while bonding with your baby. This program is designed for children 3-12 months old. Due to age prerequisites you will register the child for this program. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN MAT. 10 week program Location: Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex Ages 3 months and up Cost $110 Begins week of September 19.
Parent and Teen Yoga Come with your parent or teen for this unique Yoga program. This opportunity to do a program together will be a fun experience while you learn yoga postures, breathing and other techniques. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN MAT. 10 week program Location: Albert McCormick Community Centre Ages 12 years and up Cost $110 Begins week of September 19.
Sport Agility Conditioning This program for children will stimulate your child's muscles, movements and joints by participating in fun moves and skills. These active skills will help with coordination and keep your children in an activity that promotes a Healthy Active Lifestyle. 5 week program Offered in September and October Location: Albert McCormick Community Centre Ages 5-8 years & Ages 9-14 Cost $90
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Youth Recreation Council Calling Waterloo Youth (Age: 14-18 years) Gain valuable leadership experience while having fun & meeting new people! Get the opportunity to actively organize & plan special events across the city. Program qualifies for High School Community Service hours!
Be a part of the team— make a difference! Information Night: Tuesday September 27, 2011, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex, Hauser Haus
Join one of the following committees today! n Arts & Culture n Community Issues n Environment Committee n Sports & Recreation (Operates September to May) Here are just a few of the great events Waterloo’s youth committees have organized in the past: n Capture the Flag n Amazing Race n Christmas Family Hamper n Fashion Show n Community Clean-Up n Coffee House n Concert in Uptown Waterloo
Email youthcouncil@waterloo.ca for more details!
For more information visit our website at www.waterloo.ca/youth
TIME OUT for Moms,Tots & Pops A chance for mothers, fathers and caregivers of children aged newborn to six years to interact with each other through creative play and action games. The program offers unrestricted floor space, allowing children to develop their gross motor skills. Parents are required to supervise children at all times.
*Fridays September 30, 2011 to May 16, 2012 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Manulife Financial Soccer & Sports Centre in Bechtel Park, 185 Bridge Street, Waterloo (*No program Dec 23, Dec 30, Mar 16, Apr 6) $5/visit/family (maximum 4 children) $45 pass for 10 visits
For information, call 519-886-1177 x280 TTY: 1-866-786-3941
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Kids’ Dance Craze Join us for our recreational, co-ed dance classes held at the Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex. We offer children an opportunity to learn the basics of jazz, ballet, and creative movement in a non-competitive, relaxed environment. Our 10-week Fall session begins the week of September 19. Registration begins Thursday, September 8. For further details or to find out how to register, see the back page, email april.scida@waterloo.ca or call the Complex at 519-886-1177. The City of Waterloo supports local dance studios and would encourage participants wishing to pursue dance beyond an introductory level to do so at a private studio. All Dance Craze classes meet criteria for Children’s Fitness Tax Credit. CLASS
DATE
TIME
COURSE CODE
YA-BA-DA-BA-DANCE Age: Parent & tot 2-4 year olds Cost: $60
Mondays Mondays Wednesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays
9:15-9:45 a.m. 5:20-5:50 p.m. 9:15-9:45 a.m. 6:20-6:50 p.m. 9:15-9:45 a.m. 4:30-5:00 p.m. 5:45-6:15 p.m. 9:00-9:30 a.m.
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CREATIVE MOVEMENT Age: 3-4 year olds Cost: $60
Mondays Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays
9:50-10:20 a.m. 5:55-6:25 p.m. 5:15-5:45 p.m. 9:50-10:20 a.m. 9:50-10:20 a.m. 6:20-6:50 p.m. 9:35-10:05 a.m.
#122036 #122037 #122038 #122042 #122039 #122040 #122041
BALLET STEPS Age: 4-5 year olds Cost: $65
Age: 5-7 year olds
Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays Thursdays
6:30-7:15 p.m. 5:50-6:35 p.m. 10:25-11:10 a.m. 5:30-6:15 p.m. 10:25-11:10 a.m. 6:55-7:40 p.m. 5:05-5:50 p.m.
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COMBO CRAZE Age: 5-6 year olds Cost: $70
Tuesdays Thursdays Saturdays
6:40-7:25 p.m. 5:55-6:40 p.m. 10:10-10:55 a.m.
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FEEL’N FUNKY Age: 7-10 year olds Cost: $70
Wednesdays Saturdays
6:55-7:55 p.m. 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
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ENERGY UP! Age: 10-13 year olds Cost: $70
Mondays
7:20-8:20 p.m.
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WATERFIT A.M.
WATERFIT P.M.
LANE SWIMS
Mondays
7:00 to 7:45 a.m. T 8:05 to 8:50 a.m. SH 9:00 to 9:45 a.m. KB 9:10 to 9:55 a.m. D 9:45 to 10:30 a.m. SH 11:05 to 11:50 a.m. T
12:15 to 1:00 p.m. SH 3:00 to 3:45 p.m. GJ 3:00 to 3:45 p.m. D 7:15 to 8:00 p.m. D 8:00 to 8:30 p.m. RF 9:00 to 9:45 p.m. SHE
5:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Shallow end space available 11:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 3:00 to 3:45 p.m.
Tuesdays
7:15 to 7:55 a.m. D 8:05 to 8:50 a.m. SH 9:00 to 9:45 a.m. SH 9:10 to 10:00 a.m. BC 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. L 11:05 to 11:50 a.m. D
12:15 to 1:00 p.m. SHE 3:00 to 3:45 p.m. GJ 7:05 to 7:45 p.m. KB 7:45 to 8:30 p.m. SH 7:45 to 8:30 p.m. D 8:30 to 8:45 p.m. ABS+ 8:45 to 9:30 p.m. RF
7:00 to 7:45 a.m. D 8:05 to 8:50 a.m. SH 9:00 to 9:45 a.m. SH 9:10 to 9:55 a.m. D 10 to 10:45 a.m. T 10:30 to 11:00 a.m. WW 11:05 to 11:50 a.m. RF
12:15 to 1:00 p.m. SH 3:00 to 3:45 p.m. GJ 3:00 to 3:45 p.m. D 8:15 to 9:00 p.m. SH 9:00 to 9:15 p.m. ABS+ 9:15 to 10:00 p.m. D 9:15 to 10:00 p.m. SHI
5:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Shallow end space available 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 3:00 to 3:45 p.m. 9:30 to 10:30 p.m. Deep & shallow end space available 5:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Shallow end space available 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 3:00 to 3:45 p.m. 9:30 to 10:30 p.m. ½ deep & shallow end space available as of 10 p.m.
7:15 to 7:55 a.m. D 8:05 to 8:50 a.m. SH 9:00 to 9:45 a.m. SH 9:10 to 10:00 a.m. BC 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. L 11:05 to 11:50 a.m. D
12 to 12:45 p.m. SH 3:00 to 3:45 p.m. GJ 7:05 to 7:45 p.m. KB 7:45 to 8:30 p.m. SH 9:00 to 9:45 p.m. SHE
5:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Shallow end space available 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 3:00 to 3:45 p.m. 10:00 to 11:00 p.m. 30m deep end space available
7:00 to 7:45 a.m. RF 8:05 to 8:50 a.m.SH 9:00 to 9:45 a.m. SHI 9:10 to 9:55 a.m. D 9:45 to 10:30 a.m. SH 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. SHE 11:05 to 11:50 a.m. T
12:00 to 12:45 p.m. SH 3:00 to 3:45 p.m. D 3:00 to 3:45 p.m. GJ 6:15 to 7:00 p.m. BC
5:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Shallow end space available 11:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 3:00 to 3:45 p.m. 7:05 to 9:30 p.m. 2 lanes open in deep end
Saturdays
8:05 to 8:50 a.m. SH
12:15 to 1:00 p.m. T 6:15 to 7:00 p.m. D
1:10 to 2:00 p.m. Deep end space available 6:05 to 7:00 p.m. 1/3 deep & ½ shallow end space available
Sundays
8:00 to 8:45 a.m. D 9:00 to 9:45 a.m. SH
8:00 to 8:45 p.m. GJ 9:00 to 9:45 p.m. RF
6:30 to 9:00 a.m. 8:10 to 9:00 p.m. ½ deep & ½ shallow end space available
Wednesdays
Thursdays
Fridays
Times may be subject to change. Please watch for notices or check online at www.waterloo.ca/cancellations WATERFIT CODES ABS+ Abs plus
KB
Kick Boxing (water approximately 4 ft deep)
BC
L
Low Impact (water approximately 4 ft deep)
Boot camp (with water belt) (advanced class)
D
Deep Water (with water belt)
RF
Run Fit (with water belt)
GJ
Gentle Joints (in swirlpool) (formerly Arthritic)
SH
Shallow Water (water approximately 4 ft deep)
SHE
Shallow Water with Equipment (intermediate class)
SHI
Shallow Interval (intermediate class)
T
Tethered (using water belts and bungee cord) (advanced class)
WW
Water Walking (water approximately 4 ft deep)
Equipment required for classes MUST be worn/used throughout the class. Please attend the waterfit class that best suits your level of fitness and/or comfort.
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FAMILY TIMES Mondays
PUBLIC SWIMS
10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Kidsplash* (tot pool & swirlpool
ADULT SWIRLPOOL 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
2:00 to 3:00 p.m. Kidsplash* (tot pool & swirlpool)
Tuesdays
10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Kidsplash* (tot pool & swirlpool)
7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
2:00 to 3:00 p.m. Kidsplash* (tot pool & swirlpool)
Wednesdays
10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Kidsplash* (tot pool & swirlpool)
1:00 to 3:00 p.m. 1 metre diving ONLY slide is not available
7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
7:05 to 8:00 p.m. Kidsplash* (tot pool & swirlpool)
Thursdays
Fridays
Saturdays
10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Kidsplash* (tot pool & swirlpool)
1:00 to 3:00 p.m. 1 metre diving ONLY slide is not available
10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Kidsplash* (tot pool & swirlpool)
1:00 to 3:00 p.m. 1 metre diving ONLY slide is not available
7:05 to 8:00 p.m. Family Swim
8:00 to 9:30 p.m.
7:30 to 8:30 a.m. Kidsplash* (tot pool & swirlpool)
2:05 to 4:00 p.m.
1:10 to 2:00 p.m.
7:05 to 8:30 p.m.
6:05 to 6:55 p.m. (shared with Kidsplash)
2:05 to 4:00 p.m.
7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
6:05 to 6:55 p.m. Kidsplash* (tot pool & swirlpool)
Sundays
7:30 to 8:30 a.m. Kidsplash* (tot pool & swirlpool)
7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 8:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
10:30 to 11:55 a.m. Family Swim 5:35 to 6:20 p.m. Kidsplash* (tot pool & swirlpool) 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. Family Swim Times may be subject to change. Please watch for notices or check online at www.waterloo.ca/cancellations Swirlpool open to users aged 16 years & up only (except where noted as shared time with Kidsplash or recreational swims)
See the full fall schedule with important dates and admission prices at www.waterloo.ca/swim
Tuesday, September 6 to Monday, December 12, 2011 101 Father David Bauer Drive, Waterloo N2J 4A8 Phone: 519-886-3844 Fax: 519-886-1106 TTY: 1-866-786-3941 PAGE 7
HOW TO REGISTER
for City of Waterloo programs www.waterloo.ca
1. Touch-Tone Telephone Service at (519) 747-8585 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., 7 days a week In order to use this service, you will require a Family PIN and a Client Number for each family member. If you have not received these numbers, call (519) 886-1177 prior to registration to set up your account. 2. In Person Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex & RIM Park — open daily, 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Adult Recreation Centre, Wing 404 RCAFA Adult Centre, and Albert McCormick Community Centre — open Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 3. Internet Registration In order to use this service, you will require a Family PIN and a Client Number for each family member. Call (519) 886-1177 prior to registration to set up your account, from 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., 7 days a week. Then visit http://expressreg.waterloo.ca, then click on the Activities tab. Follow the prompts to register for the program of your choice. Methods of Payment: Cheques, Credit Cards, Cash, Interac Direct Payment. (Touch Tone Service and Internet Registration accept credit cards only.) Please note that a registration fee of 75 cents will be applied to each Expressreg and Touch-Tone Telephone registration. Fee Assistance Leisure Access Program: Fee Assistance is available to Waterloo residents with low income participating in City of Waterloo and affiliated minor sports & arts programs. To apply for Fee Assistance you must complete an application form* and submit it prior to registration. Once approved, you will receive a Leisure Access Card to show at the time of registration to verify the fee assistance payment. For more information, please call the Fee Assistance Administrator at 519-747-8512. * Fee Assistance Leisure Access Card applications are available at all City of Waterloo recreation facilities, or online at www.waterloo.ca/feeassistance
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Services, City Hall 519-747-8733 Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex & Program Registration/ Information, including swim lessons & indoor track 519-886-1177 Waterloo Swimplex Admissions Desk 519-886-3844 Moses Springer Community Centre & Outdoor Pool 519-885-4530 Albert McCormick Community Centre 519-885-1700 Manulife Financial Soccer & Sports Centre (Bechtel Park) 519-576-2420 RIM Park Manulife Financial Sportsplex & Healthy Living Centre 519-884-5363 Wing 404 RCAFA Rotary Adult Centre 519-888-6356 Adult Recreation Centre 519-579-1020 Facility Rentals 519-886-1177 x235 Program Cancellations online: www.waterloo.ca/cancellations