September - December 2022
COWICHAN VALLEY REGIONAL DISTRICT
Fall
Recreation Guide
Cowichan Community Centre Cowichan Lake Recreation Kerry Park Recreation Centre Shawnigan Lake Community Centre Online Registration | cvrd.ca
How to Register
The Cowichan Valley Regional District’s Community Services Department offers three easy ways for program registration: online, by phone, or in person. Spaces are filled on a first come, first served basis. Registration opens on the date stated on the back of the guide. No early registration will be accepted. Payment is required at time of registration.
Online Registration:
To use online registration you will need an account and a credit card. If you haven’t registered with us before, please contact your local recreation centre to set up your family’s account. You can access online registration at www.reccowichan.ca
In Person Registration:
Please check our website for up to date information on in person registrations. You may call Cowichan Lake Sports Arena, Cowichan Community Centre, Kerry Park Recreation Centre, or Shawnigan Lake Community Centre during office hours and our staff will be happy to process your request. Payment by cash, cheque, VISA, MasterCard, or debit card is accepted.
Registration Policies & Guidelines Uh-oh, we had to cancel:
Regrettably, if a minimum number of registrants is not met, we may have to cancel or combine classes due to insufficient registration. These decisions are made prior to the course start date. Please register early to avoid disappointment. A 100% refund is granted when we cancel a program. When a class has been cancelled due to instructor illness or weather conditions, a class will be added on at the end of the session. If this is not possible, you will be issued a refund in the amount of the missed class.
Oops, changed your plans?:
A refund will be issued if we receive applicable withdrawal notification. Programs and lessons require five (5) or more days’ notice prior to course start date. Camps and certification courses require seven (7) or more days’ notice prior to course start date. If appropriate notice is not given, no refund will be issued. There may be other exceptions to these guidelines. In some cases, these exceptions will be noted in the individual course description. To request a refund, please contact the facility that is offering your program. All refunds are subject to a $5 processing fee.
Extended Illness / Injury and Missed Classes:
Please stay at home when you’re sick, even if symptoms are mild. In cases of extended illness or injury, a prorated refund may be granted upon provision of a medical note. Classes missed due to vacation, or other reasons will not be refunded.
Sorry, the course is full:
If a program is full, please ask staff to put your name on our waitlist. We will do our best to accommodate those waitlisted.
Customer Satisfaction:
We care about your experience in our programs. Please contact one of our Programmers directly to discuss any questions, comments, or concerns that you have with our recreation programs.
Refunds:
Payments made by credit card will be refunded by the initial payment method. Payments made by cash, cheque, or debit will be refunded by cheque; please allow a minimum of two weeks’ processing time.
Non-Sufficient Funds:
A processing fee of $5 will be charged on all N.S.F. payments.
COWICHAN LAKE RECREATION 250.749.6742
COWICHAN COMMUNITY CENTRE 250.748.7529
September 6 - December 18 Monday - Friday 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Saturday - Sunday 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Closed Stat Holidays
September 6 - December 18 Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Closed Sunday and Stat Holidays
Hours subject to change based on facility needs, please monitor the CVRD website and follow us on social media for up-to-date information.
Hours subject to change based on facility needs, please monitor the CVRD website and follow us on social media for up-to-date information.
KERRY PARK RECREATION CENTRE 250.743.5922
SHAWNIGAN LAKE COMMUNITY CENTRE 250.743.1433
September 6 - December 18 Monday - Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Friday 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Saturday - Sunday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Closed Stat Holidays
September 6 - December 18 Monday - Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. & 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. Friday 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. & 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Closed Sunday and Stat Holidays
Hours subject to change based on facility needs, please monitor the CVRD website and follow us on social media for up-to-date information.
Hours subject to change based on facility needs, please monitor the CVRD website and follow us on social media for up-to-date information.
CONTENTS
COWICHAN VALLEY REGIONAL DISTRICT
Fall Recreation Guide Table of Contents Arena Schedules:
26 - 30
Cowichan Lake Recreation
10 - 11
Children & Youth
33 - 43
Cowichan Community Centre
12 - 14
Adults
46 - 67
Kerry Park Recreation Centre
16 - 19
Elder College
68 - 73
Community Contacts
80 - 81
Curling Schedules: Kerry Park Recreation Centre
20
Cowichan Lake Recreation
21
Youbou Community Bowling Alley
22
Birthday Parties
4
Early Years
23 - 25
Remember to: •
Stay at home when you’re sick, even if symptoms are mild
•
Wash your hands with soap and water frequently or use hand sanitizer
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INDEX
S
s P u L o a i R Y . e
Cowichan Lake Recreation Early Years
Kinder Gym................................................. 27 Music Together: Flute Collection................ 28 Play & Learn............................................... 26
Children & Youth
After School Program................................. 33 Bear Aware: Preventing Wildlife Conflict.... 36 Youbou Open Gym..................................... 38
Adult
Acoustic Jam.............................................. 63 Carpet Bowling........................................... 54 Fit For Life.................................................. 46
School’s Out
Pro-D Day Drop-in Hockey......................... 11
Events
Birthday Parties.......................................... 23 Curling Bonspiels........................................ 21 Halloween Skate......................................... 11 Lake to Lake Walk & Marathon.................. 54 New Year’s Eve Family Public Skate.......... 11 Welcome Back Free Bowling...................... 65 Welcome Back Free Skate......................... 11 Winter Wonderland Public Skates.............. 11 Youbou Christmas Craft Fair...................... 66
Schedules COWICHAN LAKE RECREATION COWICHAN COMMUNITY CENTRE KERRY PARK RECREATION CENTRE SHAWNIGAN LAKE COMMUNITY CENTRE
Arena Schedule.......................................... 10 Bowling Leagues & Drop-in Schedule........ 22 Curling Leagues & Drop-in Schedule......... 21 Lake Cowichan Kraken Jr. B Hockey......... 11 Pickleball Schedule.................................... 52 FALL
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INDEX
Cowichan Community Centre Early Years
Active Communities Learn to Skate........... 13 Baby & Me Dance....................................... 28 Intro to Dance............................................. 28 Jump into Music.......................................... 27 Junior Hoops.............................................. 30 KinderGym.................................................. 27 Little Carpenters......................................... 29 Mini Sports Sampler................................... 30 Tide Soccer................................................ 30 Yogi Bears.................................................. 30
Children & Youth
Active Communities Learn to Skate........... 13 Arts & Crafts for Kids.................................. 34 Block Coding & Python............................... 36 Broadway Bound!....................................... 35 Children’s Yoga........................................... 42 Future Stars of Broadway........................... 35 Girls Lacrosse............................................. 42 Girls Skateboard Lessons.......................... 40 HIGH FIVE Principles / Healthy Child Dev.37 Home Alone................................................ 37 Intro to Dance for Homeschoolers.............. 34 Jr. Engineers............................................... 36 Junior Hoops.............................................. 38 Little Stars Musical Theatre Adventure....... 34 Master Chef in the Making.......................... 37 Sports Sampler........................................... 38 Stop Motion Studio..................................... 37 Tennis......................................................... 42 Youth Basketball......................................... 39 Youth Mountain Biking................................ 43 Youth Yoga with Kim................................... 42
Adult
Adult Tap Dance......................................... 51 Air Dry Clay Ornaments, Gift Tags............. 61 Apple Computers........................................ 56 Basic Wilderness Navigation...................... 62 Basic Wilderness Survival Course.............. 62 Beautiful Decorative Dotted Wine Glasses.59 Beginner Acrylic Painting............................ 58 Beginner Guitar.......................................... 63 Beginner Spanish....................................... 57 Bottle Lanterns with Cork Fairy Lights........ 60 Chair Yoga.................................................. 47
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Adult
Christmas Painted Lanterns....................... 61 Disc Golf Clinic........................................... 53 Dog Obedience........................................... 65 Effective Ways to Combat Stress............... 50 HIGH FIVE Principles / Healthy Child Dev.55 How to Age Gracefully & Enjoy Life............ 50 How to Publish Your Memoir...................... 63 Intro to iPhones/iPads................................ 56 Intro to Samsung Phones & Tablets........... 56 Intro to Windows 10/11............................... 56 Introduction to Fly-Fishing.......................... 63 Introduction to Oil Painting......................... 59 Lacrosse..................................................... 53 Mac Creative - iPad/Laptop........................ 56 Mountain Biking Foundations for Women... 54 Paper Leaf Wreaths.................................... 60 Photo Shoot................................................ 59 Pickleball.................................................... 52 Pickleball Lessons...................................... 53 Post Pandemic Reset................................. 49 Poured Resin Wooden Ornaments............. 60 Practical Concepts of Self-Care/Benefits... 50 Practising Spanish Small Talk.................... 57 Reclaim Your Health / Healthy Lifestyle...... 50 Release Stress & Anxiety........................... 49 Rustic Solid Wood Sign Boards.................. 60 Social Ballroom Dance............................... 51 Somatic Yoga.............................................. 48 The Healthy Gut......................................... 49 Through the iPhone Lens........................... 56 Tibetan Cooking......................................... 57 Volleyball.................................................... 53 Weather Forecasting, Tides & More........... 62 Write Your Personal Memoir....................... 63 Yoga with Kim............................................. 48 Zumba........................................................ 46 55+ Try It Day............................................. 53
Elder College
Adventures in Home Exchanging............... 73 Aging, Wisdom & Spirituality...................... 69 Armchair Travel: Bus Tour of Europe.......... 73 Armchair Travel: Myanmar (Burma)........... 73 Armchair Travel: Pursuit of Happiness....... 71 Art Appreciation: War & Peace................... 73 Beginner Fly Tying...................................... 70
Elder College
Beginner Ukulele........................................ 70 Beginner/Intermediate Guitar..................... 68 Beginners’ Acrylic Painting......................... 69 Building Natural Immunity........................... 72 Carve Christmas Decorations..................... 72 Dairy Farm Tour.......................................... 68 Cowichan Estuary Nature Trail................... 69 Fighting the Great War Part 1..................... 72 Fire Safety.................................................. 71 Five Things a Dentist Will Never Tell You... 69 Four Simple Steps to Help Alleviate Pain... 73 How Can We All Get Along?....................... 70 Incapacity Planning, Will and Estates......... 73 Introduction to Fall Fungi............................ 72 Make a Spirit Doll....................................... 70 Our Stories, Our World............................... 73 Philosophers of History & Civilization......... 72 Post Pandemic Reset................................. 70 Real Estate Secrets for 55+....................... 69 Release Stress & Anxiety........................... 70 Sing for Fun................................................ 68 Solar Energy Basics................................... 73 Spiritual Renaissances............................... 70 The Path to a Zero Carbon Solar Home..... 72 Thinking About Getting a Generator?......... 70 Using Cannabis and Hemp as Medicine.... 69 World Religions: Comparative Exploration.69 Yoga & Meditation for Seniors.................... 69 Zentangle Beyond-the-Basics.................... 71
School’s Out
Kid Zone - School’s Out Days.................... 33 School’s Out Skates / Stick & Puck............ 13
Events
Birthday Parties.......................................... 24 Christmas Chaos........................................ 66 Duncan Dazzle Pickleball Tournament....... 53 Event Skates.............................................. 14 55+ Try It Day............................................. 53
Schedules
Arena Schedule.......................................... 12 Cowichan Capitals Jr. A Hockey................. 14
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INDEX
Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
Early Years
Early Years
Active Communities Learn to Skate........... 18 Intro to Soccer............................................ 30 Rink Rats Hockey Skills.............................. 18
Children & Youth
Active Communities Learn to Skate........... 18 Babysitter’s Training................................... 37 Basketball................................................... 39 BC Grassroots Rugby Foundation.............. 40 Family Curling League................................ 20 Girls Soccer Clinics.................................... 40 Home Alone................................................ 37 Junior Curling Club..................................... 20 Kerry Park Youth Soccer League............... 41 Learn to Curl............................................... 20 Power Skating............................................ 18 Rink Rats Hockey Skills.............................. 18 Sports Sampler........................................... 38 Street Smart Cycling Skills for Kids............ 43 Tennis......................................................... 42 Welcome to Stick Curling........................... 20 Youth Mountain Biking................................ 43
Adult
Adult Drop-in Basketball............................. 54 Adult Leisure Hockey.................................. 17 Advanced Wilderness Navigation............... 62 Advanced Wilderness Survival................... 62 Afternoon Wind-Down Yoga Flow............... 48 Beginner Acrylic Painting............................ 58 Beginner Oil Painting.................................. 59 Beginner Painting - Continuing................... 59 Cha Cha..................................................... 51 Chair Yoga.................................................. 47 Easy Pace Adult Hockey............................ 17 Family Curling League................................ 20 Farmhouse Fabric Pumpkins...................... 60 Fit Forever.................................................. 46
Adult
Hand Dotted Painted Lanterns................... 59 Intermediate Jive (East Coast Swing)........ 51 Intermediate Watercolour Workshop.......... 59 Intro to Backyard Chickens......................... 63 Introduction to Jive (East Coast Swing)...... 51 Learn to Curl............................................... 20 Novice Curling League............................... 20 Oyster Shell Santas.................................... 61 Quilting....................................................... 58 Reboot Fitness........................................... 46 Relax & Revive, Restorative Yoga.............. 48 Rise & Shine Vinyasa Yoga........................ 48 Rustic Solid Wood Sign Boards.................. 60 Shine Dance Fitness.................................. 46 Silk Painting Workshop............................... 59 South Cowichan 55+ Give It A Try Day...... 53 Tango.......................................................... 51 Welcome to Stick Curling........................... 20
School’s Out
School’s Out Day Camps........................... 33 School’s Out Skates................................... 19
Events
Birthday Parties.......................................... 25 Esso Fun Day - Female Try It Hockey........ 18 Event Skates.............................................. 19 South Cowichan 55+ Give It A Try Day...... 53
Schedules
Arena Schedule.......................................... 16 Curling Leagues & Drop-in Schedule......... 20 Kerry Park Islanders Jr. B Hockey.............. 19
Adventures in the Gym............................... 29 Barre None Sampler 1................................ 29 Child Health Clinics.................................... 27 Jump into Music.......................................... 27 Musical Beginnings..................................... 28 Parent & Tot Barre None Sampler.............. 28 Parent & Tot Gymnastics............................ 30 Preschool Gymnastics................................ 30 Rainbows & Sunshine Craft Club............... 27 Toonie Tots................................................. 29 World Cup Soccer Camp............................ 30
Children & Youth
After School Sports & Games Drop-in........ 38 Babysitter’s Training................................... 37 Barre None Sampler 2................................ 34 Drop-in Bouldering...................................... 38 Home Alone................................................ 37 How to Draw Comics.................................. 34 Learn to Sew.............................................. 34 Literacy Fun................................................ 36 Shawnigan Kids’ Theatre Troupe................ 35 Youth Open Gym Time............................... 39
Adult
Co-ed Drop-in Soccer................................. 54 Dog Obedience........................................... 65 Drawing: Yes You Can................................ 58 Hatha Yoga................................................. 48 Somatic Yoga & You................................... 49 Sweat, Stretch & Strength Fitness.............. 46 Zumba........................................................ 47
Events
Birthday Parties.......................................... 25 Lake to Lake Walk & Marathon.................. 54 Shawnigan Lake Christmas Craft Fair........ 66
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EVENTS Family Stick & Puck Skate
Monday | Sept 26 | 11:00 a.m. - 11:50 a.m. Admission $4.25 | Rentals $3.25 Cowichan Community Centre
South Cowichan 55+ Give It A Try Day Thursday | Sept 29 | 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. More information on page 53 Kerry Park Recreation Centre
October
Events August Esso Fun Day Female Hockey Try it Event
Family Stick & Puck Skate Monday | Oct 10 | 11:00 a.m. - 11:50 a.m. Admission $4.25 | Rentals $3.25 Cowichan Community Centre
Thanksgiving Skate
Monday | Oct 10 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. Admission $2 | Rentals $3.25 Cowichan Community Centre
Wednesday | Aug 31 More information on page 42 Kerry Park Recreation Centre
55+ Try it Day
September
School’s Out Skate
Welcome Back Skate
Saturday | Sept 10 | 1:00 p.m. - 2:20 p.m. FREE Admission & Rentals Cowichan Community Centre
Lake to Lake Walk, Marathon & Half Marathon Saturday | Sept 10 More information on page 54
Welcome Back Free Bowling Friday | Sept 16 | 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Saturday | Sept 17 | 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Youbou Community Bowling Alley
Welcome Back Free Skate
Saturday | Sept 17 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. Cowichan Lake Sports Arena
School’s Out Skate
Monday | Sept 26 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. Admission $2 | Rentals $3.25 Cowichan Community Centre
School’s Out Skate
Monday | Sept 26 | 1:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. Adult $2 | Child $1 | Rentals $1 Kerry Park Recreation Centre
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Wednesday | Oct 12 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. More information on page 53 Cowichan Community Centre
Friday | Oct 21 | 11:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Adult $2 | Child $1 | Rentals $1 Kerry Park Recreation Centre
School’s Out Skate
Friday | Oct 21 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. Admission $2 | Rentals $3.25 Cowichan Community Centre
Family Stick & Puck Skate Friday | Oct 21 | 1:30 p.m. - 2:20 p.m. Admission $4.25 | Rentals $3.25 Cowichan Community Centre
Halloween Haunted House & Skate
Friday | Oct 28 | 6:00 p.m. - 6:50 p.m. | 7:15 p.m. - 8:05 p.m. More information on page 19 Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Halloween Skate
Saturday | Oct 29 | 1:00 p.m. - 2:20 p.m. Cowichan Community Centre
Halloween Skate
Saturday | Oct 29 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. Cowichan Lake Sports Arena
Halloween Haunted House Monday | Oct 31 | 6:30 p.m. start More information coming soon. CLR – Youbou Hall
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EVENTS
November
December
The 42nd Annual Christmas Chaos
Christmas Family Skate
Thursday - Sunday | Nov 17 - 20 More information on page 66 Cowichan Community Centre
School’s Out Skate
Friday | Nov 25 | 11:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Adult $2 | Child $1 | Rentals $1 Kerry Park Recreation Centre
School’s Out Skate
Friday | Nov 25 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. Admission $2 | Rentals $3.25 Cowichan Community Centre
Family Stick & Puck Skate Friday | Nov 25 | 1:30 p.m. - 2:20 p.m. Admission $4.25 | Rentals $3.25 Cowichan Community Centre
Youbou Christmas Craft Fair Saturday | Nov 26 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. More information on page 66 Youbou Community Hall
Shawnigan Lake Artisan Christmas Craft Fair
Saturday | Nov 26 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. More information on page 66 Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
Sunday | Dec 11 | 1:00 p.m. | 2:45 p.m. | 4:30 p.m. | 6:15 p.m. FREE Admission | Pre-registration required Registration opens Nov 22 More information on page 19 Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Winter Wonderland Skate
Sunday | Dec 18 | 12:30 p.m. | 3:00 p.m. FREE Admission | Pre-registration required Registration opens Dec 1 More information on page 14 Cowichan Community Centre
Winter Wonderland Public Skates Friday | Dec 23 | 3:00 p.m. | 6:00 p.m. More information on page 11 Cowichan Lake Sports Arena
New Year’s Eve Family Public Skate Saturday | Dec 31 | 3:00 p.m. - 4:50 p.m. More information on page 11 Cowichan Lake Sports Arena
New Year’s Eve Family Celebration Saturday | Dec 31 | 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. FREE Admission | Pre-registration required Registration opens Dec 1 More information on page 14 Cowichan Community Centre
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COWICHAN LAKE SPORTS ARENA
Arena Drop-in Schedule
Arena is closed Dec 24, 25, 26, and Jan 1. Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Parent & Tot Skate 10:00 a.m. - 10:50 a.m. Sept 13 - May 9 Code: 47929
55+ Skate 10:00 a.m. - 10:50 a.m. Sept 14 - May 10 Code: 47930
16+ Drop-in Hockey 11:00 a.m. - 12:20 p.m. Sept 12 - May 8 Code: 47991 No session Oct 10, Dec 26 Sept 26 at 1:00 p.m.
Daytime Skate 11:00 a.m. - 12:20 p.m. Sept 13 - May 9 Code: 47927
Daytime Skate 11:00 a.m. - 12:20 p.m. Sept 14 - May 10 Code: 47927
Free Skate 3:30 p.m. - 4:50 p.m. Sept 12 - May 8 Code: 47931 No session Oct 10, Dec 26
Everyone Welcome Stick & Puck 12:30 p.m. - 1:50 p.m. Sept 13 - May 9 Code: 47928
Thursday
Saturday
Daytime Skate 11:00 a.m. - 12:20 p.m. Sept 15 - May 11 Code: 47927
Everyone Welcome Skate 12:00 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. Sept 17 - May 13 Code: 47934 No session Oct 22, Nov 5 & 26, Dec 24 & 31
16+ Drop-in Hockey 9:00 p.m. - 10:20 p.m. Sept 15 - May 11 Code: 47924
All activities are subject to change. Visit our skate shop for all your rental and skate sharpening needs! Register online at www.reccowichan.ca, or call the Cowichan Lake Sports Arena. If you rented skates during registration, please bring your receipt as proof of rental.
Free Skate, Parent & Tot Skate, Daytime Skate, 55+ Skate, Everyone Welcome Skate Registration is available but not required for all ice-skating sessions. Admission and rentals can be paid at the skate shop. Helmets recommended but not supplied. Ice skate rentals are available for $3.50 per pair and can be purchased at time of registration online. Register either online through www.reccowichan.ca or by phoning reception at 250.749.6742 ext. 0. Family rate of $15.50 available by calling 250.749.6742 ext. 0.
Everyone Welcome Stick & Puck
This is an opportunity for skaters aged 6+ to practice their hockey skills. No experience necessary. Helmets are required for all participants and children must have full hockey gear to use hard pucks. No skate assists available. Pucks will be provided.
16+ Drop-in Ice Hockey
This program is for adults (aged 16+) to hit the ice for some fun, non-contact hockey. Full gear is required and please bring your own stick. Registration is mandatory either online through www.reccowichan.ca or by phoning administration at 250.749.6742 ext. 0. Admission for skaters is $6.50 and goalies play for free. If you would like to play as a goalie please email kyle.laberge@cvrd.bc.ca.
Admission Fees:
Daytime Skate Children 3 - 12 $2.00 Daytime Skate Adults 13+ $3.25 Drop-in Hockey Skater 16+ $6.75 Drop-in Hockey Goalies Free* Skate Rental $3.50 Skate Sharpening $6.75 * Goalies register by emailing kyle.laberge@cvrd.bc.ca
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Public Skate Children 3 - 12 $3.75 Public Skate Teens 13 - 18 $4.25 Public Skate Adults 19+ $5.50 Public Skate Seniors 65+ $4.50 Public Skate Family of 4 $15.50* *For Family Rate please call 250.749.6742 ext. 0
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COWICHAN LAKE SPORTS ARENA Pro-D Day Drop-in Hockey
Looking for something to do on a Pro-D Day? Come on down to Cowichan Lake Sports Arena for some drop-in hockey. Three age groups. Full gear required but not supplied. Please bring your own stick and labelled water bottle. Register online at www.reccowichan.ca or call 250.749.6742 ext. 0. Goalies play for free. Come ready to play. Skate rentals are extra ($3.50). Ages 6 - 8 Mondays | Sept 26, Apr 17 Fridays | Oct 21, Nov 25, Feb 17, May 5 10:00 a.m. - 10:50 a.m. $6.25 per skater | Goalies FREE Skater Code: 48044 Goalie Code: 48056 Cowichan Lake Sports Arena Ages 9 - 10 Mondays | Sept 26, Apr 17 Fridays | Oct 21, Nov 25, Feb 17, May 5 11:00 a.m. - 11:50 a.m. $6.25 per skater | Goalies FREE Skater Code: 48045 Goalie Code: 48058 Cowichan Lake Sports Arena Ages 11 - 15 Mondays | Sept 26, Apr 17 Fridays | Oct 21, Nov 25, Feb 17, May 5 12:00 p.m. - 12:50 p.m. $6.25 per skater | Goalies FREE Skater Code: 48046 Goalie Code: 48060 Cowichan Lake Sports Arena
Welcome Back Free Skate
All Ages Join us for this everyone welcome free skate. If you need to rent skates please choose this as an extra for $3.50 and pay for it online. Helmets recommended but not supplied. Please call 250.749.6742 ext. 0 if you have any questions. Saturday | Sept 17 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. FREE Admission | Rentals $3.50 | Code: 48079 Cowichan Lake Sports Arena
Halloween Skate
All Ages Join Cowichan Lake Recreation staff at this spooky Halloween themed skate. Costumes are encouraged and there will be light refreshments and draw prizes. If you need to rent skates, choose this as an extra ($3.50) while registering, and pay for it online; please bring your receipt when you pick up your skates. For Family of Four rate ($15.50) call 250-749-6742 ext 0. Saturday | Oct 29 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. Drop-In Fees | Code 47934 Cowichan Lake Sports Arena
Winter Wonderland Public Skates
All Ages Come out and enjoy our annual Winter Wonderland public skate. There will be skating, shinny hockey, hot chocolate, and a visit from Santa himself! Skate rentals are included. The concession will be open and take-home crafts will be available. Skip the line and save time by registering ahead of time online at www.reccowichan.ca or by calling Cowichan Lake Recreation at 250.749.6742 ext. 0. Friday | Dec 23 | 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Special Event Fees | Code: 48072 Cowichan Lake Sports Arena Friday | Dec 23 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Special Event Fees | Code: 48072 Cowichan Lake Sports Arena
New Year's Eve Family Public Skate
Bring your family out on New Year's Eve for a great time public skating at Cowichan Lake Sports Arena. Price includes skating, skate rentals, and hot chocolate. Concession will be open. Register online at www.reccowichan.ca. Each person must register separately; to register for Family of 4 rate ($18.50) call Cowichan Lake Recreation at 250.749.6742 ext 0. Saturday | Dec 31 | 3:00 p.m. - 4:50 p.m. Special Event Fees | Code: 48428 Cowichan Lake Sports Arena
Lake Cowichan Kraken Jr. B Home Game Schedule Friday
Sept 16
7:30 p.m.
Port Alberni
Sunday
Sept 18
5:30 p.m.
Peninsula
Sunday
Sept 25
5:30 p.m.
Oceanside
Friday
Sept 30
7:30 p.m.
Kerry Park
Sunday
Oct 9
5:30 p.m.
Nanaimo
Friday
Oct 14
7:30 p.m.
Victoria
Sunday
Oct 16
5:30 p.m.
West Shore
Friday
Oct 21
9:00 p.m.
Comox Valley
Sunday
Oct 30
5:30 p.m.
Campbell River
Friday
Nov 4
9:00 p.m.
Oceanside
Friday
Nov 11
7:30 p.m.
West Shore
Sunday
Nov 13
5:30 p.m.
Port Alberni
Sunday
Nov 20
5:30 p.m.
Campbell River
Sunday
Nov 27
5:30 p.m.
Peninsula
Friday
Dec 16
7:30 p.m.
Comox Valley
Sunday
Dec 18
5:30 p.m.
Saanich FALL
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COWICHAN ARENA Cowichan Arena Schedule - Effective Sept 6 - Dec 30, 2022 Saturday & Sunday
Everyone Welcome 1:00 p.m. - 2:20 p.m. Sept 10 - Dec 24
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Pioneer Stick & Puck 9:00 a.m. - 10:20 a.m. Sept 6 - Dec 27
Parent & Tot Skate 11:00 a.m. - 11:50 a.m. Sept 7 - Dec 14
Pioneer Skate 9:00 a.m. - 10:20 a.m. Sept 8 - Dec 29
Pioneer Stick & Puck 9:00 a.m. - 10:20 a.m. Sept 9 - Dec 30
Everyone Welcome 12:00 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. Sept 12 - Dec 19
Everyone Welcome 12:00 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. Sept 6 - Dec 27
Everyone Welcome 12:00 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. Sept 7 - Dec 28
Everyone Welcome 12:00 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. Sept 8 - Dec 29
Adult Drop-in Hockey 9:15 p.m. - 10:35 p.m. Sept 12 - Dec 12
Family Stick & Puck 3:30 p.m. - 4:20 p.m. Sept 6 - Dec 13
Family Stick & Puck 3:30 p.m. - 4:20 p.m. Sept 7 - Dec 14 Everyone Welcome 6:30 p.m. - 7:50 p.m. Sept 7 - Dec 28
Everyone Welcome 6:30 p.m. - 7:50 p.m. Sept 9 - Dec 23
Pre-register for all Public Skating Sessions Public Skating and Leisure Hockey sessions at the Cowichan Community Centre often fill to capacity, please pre-register to avoid disappointment. Drop-in registrations will be permitted if space is available. Registration for public skating opens 7 days prior to your selected skate session. Stay Informed... The public skating schedule can change due to Cowichan Valley Capitals games or other special events. Please call us at 250.748.7529 or check our website www.cvrd.ca for program updates and notifications.
Pioneer Skate
Bring all your friends and enjoy a relaxing skate while listening to some golden oldies. This program has the more mature crowd in mind (ages 50+), and is a great way to meet new people and get some exercise.
Pioneer Stick & Puck
Here is a great opportunity to work on some hockey skills, including puck handling, passing, and shooting. This program has the more mature crowd in mind (ages 50+) and is a great way to stay in shape in non-contact and nonscrimmage play. Players must bring their own stick, gloves, and helmet.
Family Stick & Puck
This session is designed for those that are new to the game or who want to brush up on their hockey skills. The program is open to all ages. Children age 9 and under must be accompanied by an on-ice adult. This session is limited to 24 players. Scrimmages and games are not permitted. Helmets and gloves are mandatory; youth ages 16 and under must have a helmet with a full face cage. Shin guards are strongly recommended.
Parent & Tot Skate
This is a great opportunity to introduce your toddler to ice skating. Parents participate with their children on the ice and have access to our playschool equipment. Our experienced instructor will also be on the ice offering tips and informal instruction to those looking to build skills or just get more comfortable on the ice. We recommend that all children wear helmets for this session.
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Adult Drop-in Hockey
Ages 18+ This recreational drop-in hockey program is a great opportunity for players of all levels to participate twice a week. Full gear and CSA approved helmets are required. No slap shots or hitting. Space is limited to 24 players. Goalies play for FREE!
Everyone Welcome Skate
Bring out your family and friends to enjoy some quality time and great music! Shinny hockey with foam pucks may be offered at our supervisor’s discretion. Players must bring their own stick, gloves, and helmet and youth 16 and under must have a CSA approved helmet with cage. No session Sept 23, 30, Oct 21, 30, Nov 4, 11, 25, Dec 4, 16, 26, 30
Lions Everyone Welcome Skates
In November and December, we will be offering FREE admission and rentals at four of our Everyone Welcome Skates. These special skating sessions are generously sponsored by the Duncan Lions Club. Saturdays | Nov 5, 19, Dec 3, 10 | 1:00 p.m. - 2:20 p.m.
Admission Rates
Adult 18+ $6.00 Senior 50+ $4.25 Youth 13 - 17 $4.25 Child 3 - 12 (Toddler 0 - 2 Free) $3.25 Parent & Tot $4.25 Family (Max. 2 adults, total 5 people) $13.00 Drop-in Hockey Adult $7.00 Drop-in Hockey Senior $4.25 Stick & Puck $4.25 Skate Rentals $3.25 Sharpening $5.25
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On Ice Active Communities Learn to Skate Program
This program is for children and youth who want to improve their skating in a fun and motivating way. The 10-level incentive program has been streamlined and designed so that any participant can have their accomplishments transferred to other Active Communities Programs. Skate rentals are included. All children must bring and wear a helmet and gloves. Prerequisite: Children must be comfortable on the ice without their parents.
Welcome Back Skate
We invite the community to join us for this FREE skating session. Bring your friends and family out to this special skate, which will feature fun activities, great music, prizes, and a cake! Saturday | Sept 10 | 1:00 p.m. - 2:20 p.m. FREE Admission & Rentals Cowichan Community Centre
School’s Out Skates
Come out with your friends and family and enjoy these special School’s Out skating sessions. Admission is only a toonie!
Ages 4 - 5 Fridays | 3:45 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. Sept 9 - Oct 14 | 5/$40 | Code: 47914 Oct 21 - Nov 25 | 5/$40 | Code: 47915 Jan 6 - Feb 3 | 5/$40 | Code: 47918 No session Sept 30, Nov 11 Cowichan Community Centre
Monday | Sept 26 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. Admission $2 | Rentals $3.25 Cowichan Community Centre
Fridays | 4:20 p.m. - 4:50 p.m. Sept 9 - Oct 14 | 5/$40 | Code: 47920 Oct 21 - Nov 25 | 5/$40 | Code: 47921 Jan 6 - Feb 3 | 5/$40 | Code: 47922 No session Sept 30, Nov 11 Cowichan Community Centre
Friday | Oct 21 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. Admission $2 | Rentals $3.25 Cowichan Community Centre
Ages 6 - 12 Fridays | 3:45 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. Sept 9 - Oct 14 | 5/$40 | Code: 48006 Oct 21 - Nov 25 | 5/$40 | Code: 48007 Jan 6 - Feb 3 | 5/$40 | Code: 48008 No session Sept 30, Nov 11 Cowichan Community Centre Fridays | 4:20 p.m. - 4:50 p.m. Sept 9 - Oct 14 | 5/$40 | Code: 48010 Oct 21 - Nov 25 | 5/$40 | Code: 48011 Jan 6 - Feb 3 | 5/$40 | Code: 48012 No session Sept 30, Nov 11 Cowichan Community Centre
Private Skating Lessons
Monday | Oct 10 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. Admission $2 | Rentals $3.25 Cowichan Community Centre
Friday | Nov 25 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. Admission $2 | Rentals $3.25 Cowichan Community Centre
School’s Out Family Stick & Puck Skates
This session is designed for those that are new to the game or who want to brush up on their hockey skills. The program is open to all ages. Children age 9 and under must be accompanied by an on-ice adult. This session is limited to 24 players. Scrimmages and games are not permitted. Helmets and gloves are mandatory; youth ages 16 and under must have a helmet with a full face cage. Shin guards are strongly recommended. Monday | Sept 26 | 11:00 a.m. - 11:50 a.m. Admission $4.25 | Rentals $3.25 Cowichan Community Centre
These lessons are intended for those with little or no skating skills who want to learn the basics and become more comfortable on the ice. Rentals included. All participants must bring and wear a helmet.
Monday | Oct 10 | 11:00 a.m. - 11:50 a.m. Admission $4.25 | Rentals $3.25 Cowichan Community Centre
Private Lessons 30 minutes $30 | 45 minutes $40
Friday | Oct 21 | 1:30 p.m. - 2:20 p.m. Admission $4.25 | Rentals $3.25 Cowichan Community Centre
Semi Private Lessons Price per person based on 2 or more. 30 minutes $20 | 45 minutes $25 Cowichan Community Centre
Friday | Nov 25 | 1:30 p.m. - 2:20 p.m. Admission $4.25 | Rentals $3.25 Cowichan Community Centre FALL
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Thanksgiving Skate
We invite the community to join us for this $2 skating session. Bring your friends and family out to this special skate, which will feature fun activities and great music. Monday | Oct 10 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. Admission $2 | Rentals $3.25 Cowichan Community Centre
Halloween Skate
Throw on your best costume and come join the fun at our Halloween Skate. This special skating session will feature scary music, treats, prizes, and admission is only a toooonie. Saturday | Oct 29 | 1:00 p.m. - 2:20 p.m. Admission $2 | Rentals $3.25 Cowichan Community Centre
Winter Wonderland Skate
Bring the whole family to this fun, festive-themed skate. Our arena will be filled with lights, decorations, and holiday music. We’ll have arts and crafts for the kids and tons of exciting activities on the ice, including our always popular crazy carpet slide. Sit down and warm up around our on-ice fireplace. Santa Claus will stop by to say hello and give out treats to the little ones. This event is FREE but pre-registration is required. This event is generously sponsored by Tim Hortons. Sunday | Dec 18 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Code: 47983 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. | Code: 47990 FREE Admission | Pre-registration required Registration opens Dec 1 Cowichan Community Centre
New Year’s Eve Family Celebration
Join us again this year as we bring in the New Year, familystyle, at the Cowichan Community Centre. Our FREE celebration will have something for the whole family, including face painting, a photo booth, and other new attractions. Our early countdown will take place just before 8:00 p.m., complete with noise makers, prizes, and the always popular balloon drop! Please note: each skating session has limited capacity and will be on a first come, first served basis. Saturday | Dec 31 | 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Skate 1 | 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Code: 48003 Skate 2 | 4:45 p.m. - 5:45 p.m. | Code: 48004 Skate 3 | 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. | Code: 48005 FREE Admission | Pre-registration required Registration opens Dec 1 Cowichan Community Centre
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Christmas Public Skating Schedule Sunday
Dec 18
1:00 - 2:20 p.m.
Monday
Dec 19
12:00 - 1:20 p.m.
Tuesday
Dec 20
12:00 - 1:20 p.m.
Wednesday
Dec 21
12:00 - 1:20 p.m.
Wednesday
Dec 21
6:30 - 7:50 p.m.
Thursday
Dec 22
12:00 - 1:20 p.m.
Friday
Dec 23
12:00 - 1:20 p.m.
Friday
Dec 23
6:30 - 7:50 p.m.
Saturday
Dec 24
1:00 - 2:20 p.m.
Tuesday
Dec 27
12:00 - 1:20 p.m.
Wednesday
Dec 28
12:00 - 1:20 p.m.
Wednesday
Dec 28
6:30 - 7:50 p.m.
Thursday
Dec 29
12:00 - 1:20 p.m.
Friday
Dec 30
1:00 - 2:20 p.m.
Junior A Capitals Home Game Schedule Friday
Sept 23
7:00 p.m.
West Kelowna
Saturday
Sept 24
7:00 p.m.
Alberni Valley
Friday
Sept 30
7:00 p.m.
Alberni Valley
Saturday
Oct 1
7:00 p.m.
Chilliwack
Saturday
Oct 22
7:00 p.m.
Nanaimo
Sunday
Oct 30
2:00 p.m.
Coquitlam
Friday
Nov 4
7:00 p.m.
Victoria
Saturday
Nov 5
7:00 p.m.
Trail
Friday
Nov 11
7:00 p.m.
Surrey
Saturday
Nov 12
7:00 p.m.
Surrey
Friday
Nov 25
7:00 p.m.
Victoria
Sunday
Nov 27
4:00 p.m.
Nanaimo
Sunday
Dec 4
2:00 p.m.
Salmon Arm
Friday
Dec 16
7:00 p.m.
Powell River
Friday
Dec 30
7:00 p.m.
Alberni Valley
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Kerry Park Arena Skating Schedule Effective September 6 - December 18, 2022
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Adult Leisure Hockey Ages 50+ 9:00 a.m. - 10:20 a.m. Parent & Tot Skate 10:30 a.m. - 11:20 a.m. Public Skate 1:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
Wednesday
Thursday
Adult Leisure Hockey Ages 50+ 9:00 a.m. - 10:20 a.m. Easy Pace Adult Hockey Registered Program
Stick & Puck 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Friday Adult Leisure Hockey Ages 50+ 9:00 a.m. - 10:20 a.m.
Public Skate 11:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Adult Leisure Hockey Ages 20+ 11:00 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.
Public Skate 11:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Skating Lessons Registered Program
Power Skating Registered Program
Public Skate 7:00 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
Please call 250.743.5922 or check www.cvrd.ca regularly for changes to the ice schedule. Pre-register for Public Skating: Public Skating and Leisure Hockey sessions at Kerry Park often fill to capacity, please pre-register to avoid disappointment. Drop-in registrations will be permitted if space is available. Registration for public skating opens seven days prior to your selected skate session, registration for Leisure Hockey opens on multiple dates throughout the season, see page 17 for more information.
Public Skate
Everyone is welcome. Shinny hockey with foam pucks may be offered at our supervisor’s discretion. Players must bring their own gloves, and helmet; youth 16 and under must have a CSA approved helmet with cage. Helmets and gloves are strongly recommended for all skaters. No session Nov 11, 18, 20, Dec 11
Parent & Tot Skate
Take this opportunity to introduce your little one to the ice. This session is for parents and preschool age children. You will have access to our preschool play equipment, and skate frames. No session Oct 10
Admission Rates
Adult 19+ years $5.50 Senior 50+ years $4.25 Student 13 - 18 years $4.25 Child 3 - 12 years $3.25 Family (Max 2 adults, total 5 people)* $13.75 Daytime Leisure Hockey $6.00 Parent & Tot $6.00 Skate Rentals $3.00 Skate Sharpening $5.00 * Family Rate is not available online, if you wish to register a family at the family rate please call Kerry Park at 250.743.5922 during office hours.
Stick & Puck
This session is designed for those who are new to the game or those who want to brush up on their hockey skills. Children must be accompanied by an on-ice adult. This session is limited to 20 skaters; scrimmages and games are not permitted. Helmets and gloves are mandatory and children must have a helmet with full face cage. Shin guards are strongly recommended. No session Oct 10
Helmets & Gloves
We strongly recommend that all skaters wear helmets and gloves. Please bring your own from home. Kerry Park Arena does not provide them due to safety/hygienic reasons.
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Christmas Skating Schedule Kerry Park Arena Sunday
Dec 18
1:00 - 2:15 p.m.
Monday
Dec 19
1:00 - 2:15 p.m.
Wednesday
Dec 21
1:00 - 2:15 p.m.
Friday
Dec 23
1:00 - 2:15 p.m.
Wednesday
Dec 28
1:00 - 2:15 p.m.
Friday
Dec 30
1:00 - 2:15 p.m.
Sunday
Jan 1
1:00 - 2:15 p.m.
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On Ice Adult Leisure Hockey
Ages 20+ This co-ed session is open to players ages 20 years and up. This program is pre-registered, drop-ins may be allowed if space is available. The leisurely pace of the session is intended for mature players. Equal ice time for everyone is encouraged. Full gear is required. No hitting and no slap shots. Goalies play for free! Please call Kerry Park for more information. Registration for each month opens on the 15th day of the month before. Thursdays | Aug 25 - Dec 22 | 11:00 a.m. - 12:20 p.m. Aug 25 - Sept 29 | 1/$6 | Code: 48352 | Goalie Code: 48353 Oct 6 - 27 | 1/$6 | Player Code: 48355 | Goalie Code: 48354 Nov 3 - 24 | 1/$6 | Player Code: 48356 | Goalie Code: 48357 Dec 1 - 22 | 1/$6 | Player Code: 48360 | Goalie Code: 48359 10 Visit Pass $60 | 20 Visit Pass $120 Pre-registration strongly recommended Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Adult Leisure Hockey
Ages 50+ This session is designed for players ages 50 years and up. This program is pre-registered, drop-ins may be allowed if space is available. Equal ice time for everyone is encouraged. Full gear is required. No hitting and no slap shots. Goalies play for free! NOTE: Due to the demand for player slots in these sessions, player registration is completed via a monthly lottery. Contact Kerry Park Recreation Centre before the 15th day of each month in order to be entered into the lottery for the upcoming month. Goalie registration for each month opens on the 15th day of the month before and can be done online, in person, or over the phone. Mon/Wed/Fri | Aug 22 - Dec 23 | 9:00 a.m. - 10:20 a.m. Aug 22 - Sept 28 | 1/$6 | Code: 48342 | Goalie Code: 48343 Oct 3 - 31 | 1/$6 | Player Code: 48346 | Goalie Code: 48347 Nov 2 - 30 | 1/$6 | Player Code: 48348 | Goalie Code: 48349 Dec 2 - 23 | 1/$6 | Player Code: 48350 | Goalie Code: 48351 10 Visit Pass $60 | 20 Visit Pass $120 Pre-registration required No session Sept 5 & 30, Oct 10, Nov 11 & 18 Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Easy Pace Adult Hockey
Ages 18+ This program is for adults who are looking for lower intensity game situations. These friendly games cater to beginners, rusty players and older players. The activity will focus on games for exercise and perhaps some drills as a confidence builder. Players should have some experience on skates as the activity will primarily involve no contact, low intensity games. At times, one or two experienced players will attend to assist in drills, passing and play making only. Full gear is required. Tuesdays | Sept 20 - Nov 8 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. 8/$80 | Code: 47839 Instructor: Kevin Mitchell Kerry Park Recreation Centre
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KERRY PARK ARENA Active Communities Learn to Skate Program
Ages 4 - 12 This program is for children and youth who want to improve their skating in a fun and motivating way. The badge incentive program has been streamlined and designed so that any participant can have their accomplishments transferred to other Active Communities programs. Our Skate Team Leader is on and off the ice during all lesson times to answer questions about your child’s progress and to ensure an optimal skater to instructor ratio. Skate rentals are included. Participants must bring/wear a helmet and gloves. Ages 4 - 5 Wednesdays | 3:45 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. Sept 14 - Oct 12 | 5/$40 | Code: 47658 Oct 19 - Nov 16 | 5/$40 | Code: 47659 Nov 23 - Dec 21 | 5/$40 | Code: 47660 Jan 4 - Feb 1 | 5/$40 | Code: 47770 Kerry Park Recreation Centre Ages 6 - 12 Wednesdays | 3:45 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. Sept 14 - Oct 12 | 5/$40 | Code: 47651 Oct 19 - Nov 16 | 5/$40 | Code: 47652 Nov 23 - Dec 21 | 5/$40 | Code: 47653 Jan 4 - Feb 1 | 5/$40 | Code: 47771 Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Private Skating Lessons
These lessons are for those with little or no skating skills who want to learn the basics and become comfortable on the ice. All participants must bring and wear a helmet. Please call 250.743.5922 for availability. Private Lessons 30 minutes $30 | 45 minutes $40 Semi Private Lessons Price per person based on 2 or more 30 minutes $25 | 45 minutes $30 Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Esso Fun Day - Female Hockey Try it
Ages 9 - 13 Would you like to join a female hockey league? This is your opportunity to give hockey a try and learn more about league registration in your area. All participants receive a free jersey. The following gear is required: CSA-certified hockey helmet with full face shield or cage, BNQ-certified neck guard, hockey gloves, elbow protection, knee protection, skates and hockey stick. If you need to borrow gear please contact us in advance to make arrangements. Register by Aug 29. Prerequisite: Players must have basic skating ability. This session is sponsored by ESSO. Wednesday | Aug 31 Off-ice skills | 2:15 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. On-ice skills | 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. FREE | Code: 46003 Kerry Park Recreation Centre
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Rink Rats Hockey Skills
Ages 4 - 9 This session will give your child a chance to try hockey. The focus will be on furthering skating skills and introducing basic hockey skills, including puck handling, positioning, and team play. CSA approved helmets and hockey gloves are required and protective equipment is strongly recommended. This session is intended for first time hockey players. Prerequisite: participants must already have basic skating skills. Ages 4 - 6 Wednesdays | 4:20 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sept 14 - Oct 12 | 5/$45 | Code: 47762 Oct 19 - Nov 16 | 5/$45 | Code: 47764 Nov 23 - Dec 21 | 5/$45 | Code: 47766 Jan 4 - Feb 1 | 5/$45 | Code: 47768 Kerry Park Recreation Centre Ages 7 - 9 Wednesdays | 4:20 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sept 14 - Oct 12 | 5/$45 | Code: 47763 Oct 19 - Nov 16 | 5/$45 | Code: 47765 Nov 23 - Dec 21 | 5/$45 | Code: 47767 Jan 4 - Feb 1 | 5/$45 | Code: 47769 Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Power Skating
Ages 6 - 14 This course is geared towards hockey players who want to take their game to the next level. Balance, acceleration, agility, speed, explosive starts, edge control, and game stride are all part of this challenging and rewarding program. Full hockey gear is required. Six year olds must have played at least one year of hockey or be able to meet the skating requirements of the class (confidently skate forwards and backwards as well as attempt crossovers). The advanced session is for skaters that are playing at a level A or B of hockey or have taken at least two sets of Power Skating lessons with this instructor. Ages 6 - 10 | U9 - U11 Thursdays | Sept 15 - Nov 17 | 4:00 p.m. - 4:50 p.m. 10/$165 | Code: 44545 Instructor: Dennise Bowles Kerry Park Recreation Centre Ages 9 - 10 | U11 (Advanced) Thursdays | Sept 15 - Nov 17 | 5:00 p.m. - 5:50 p.m. 10/$165 | Code: 44546 Instructor: Dennise Bowles Kerry Park Recreation Centre Ages 11 - 14 | U13 - U15 Thursdays | Sept 15 - Nov 17 | 5:00 p.m. - 5:50 p.m. 10/$165 | Code: 44547 Instructor: Dennise Bowles Kerry Park Recreation Centre
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Christmas Family Skate
The arena will be transformed with lights, trees, and decorations. Bring your family and enjoy the on-ice activities or warm up around the fire. Santa will stop by for a special visit and bring treats for the little ones. Event is open to ‘children’ of all ages. Pre-registration is required, beginning Nov 22 on a first come, first served basis. This event is generously sponsored by: Thrifty Foods Mill Bay and Island Savings Credit Union. Sunday | Dec 11 FREE Admission | Pre-registration required Registration begins on Nov 22 at 9:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Code: 49235 2:45 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. | Code: 49236 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Code: 49237 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. | Code: 49238 Kerry Park Recreation Centre
On Ice Events Cosmic Glow Skate
Time to shine! Wear your brightest neon colours to these Friday night glow in the dark skating sessions. Fridays | Sept 23 & Nov 25 | 7:00 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. Regular admission rates apply Kerry Park Recreation Centre
School’s Out Skates
Come and skate with us on the following School’s out days. Monday | Sept 26 | 1:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. Adult $2 | Child $1 | Rentals $1 Kerry Park Recreation Centre Fridays | Oct 21 & Nov 25 | 11:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Adult $2 | Child $1 | Rentals $1 Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Halloween Haunted House and Skate
Join us for a spooky night of Halloween howls! Wear your costume and go through our haunted house before you step on the ice. Friday | Oct 28 Session 1 | 6:00 p.m. - 6:50 p.m. | Code: 49232 Session 2 | 7:15 p.m. - 8:05 p.m. | Code: 49233 Pre-registration required | $5/person Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Jr. B Islanders Home Game Schedule Saturday
Sept 10
7:30 p.m.
Port Alberni
Saturday
Sept 24
7:30 p.m.
Oceanside
Tuesday
Sept 27
7:30 p.m.
Peninsula
Saturday
Oct 1
7:30 p.m.
Lake Cowichan
Sunday
Oct 2
3:00 p.m.
Westshore
Tuesday
Oct 11
7:30 p.m.
Comox Valley
Saturday
Oct 15
7:30 p.m.
Saanich
Tuesday
Oct 18
7:30 p.m.
Victoria
Saturday
Oct 29
7:30 p.m.
Port Alberni
Saturday
Nov 5
7:30 p.m.
Campbell River
Tuesday
Nov 15
7:30 p.m.
Victoria
Monday
Nov 21
7:30 p.m.
Nanaimo
Saturday
Nov 26
7:30 p.m.
Westshore
Monday
Nov 28
7:30 p.m.
Saanich
Saturday
Dec 3
7:30 p.m.
Victoria
Tuesday
Dec 13
7:30 p.m.
Peninsula
Saturday
Dec 17
7:30 p.m.
Campbell River
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KERRY PARK CURLING Learn to Curl
Ages 13+ Participants are invited to join our talented and welcoming curling coaches to learn more about curling programs and to learn some basic curling skills. We’ll have some fun at the same time! This is a great opportunity for anyone who wants to learn about this sport and is thinking of getting involved. No additional equipment is needed. Lunch is provided with registration. Saturday | Oct 1 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 1/$25 | Code: 47637 KPRC - Curling Rink
Family Curling League
Ages 10+ During these fun and relaxed sessions, talented Curl BC coaches and volunteers will provide instruction and guidance to families that want to learn new skills and practice curling together. Both new and experienced curlers are welcome to join! Thursdays | Oct 20 - Feb 23 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. 17/$102 | Code: 48420 Instructor: Graeme Service No session Dec 22 & 29 KPRC - Curling Rink
Junior Curling Club
Ages 13+ In this session, both experienced curlers and newcomers to the sport will become familiar with the use of a delivery stick in curling. This wonderful tool opens a world of opportunity for those that are unsure of their ability to get low on the ice and perform the traditional ‘curling slide’. Lunch is provided with registration. Saturday | Oct 15 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 1/$25 | Code: 48449 KPRC - Curling Rink
Ages 8+ Talented coaches will work with players to develop key skills and to understand the sport of curling. Curlers are split into appropriate skill groups to help them get the most out of each session. An excellent opportunity to throw a few rocks and learn what curling is all about. Mondays | Oct 17 - Dec 5 | 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. 8/$48 | Code: 48466 KPRC - Curling Rink
Welcome to Stick Curling
Novice Curling League
Talented and experienced curling coaches will work closely with players to grow their skills and knowledge of the wonderful sport of curling. The goal of this program is for curlers to have fun and increase their confidence in the sport. Coaches will be delighted to share information about how to become further involved in the sport. Mondays | Oct 17 - Dec 19 | 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Early Bird Fee $50 | After Sept 30 $60 | Code: 47638 KPRC - Curling Rink
Kerry Park Curling Leagues & Drop-in Schedule Effective October 2022 - March 2023 Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Stick League 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Sr. Select 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Sr. Men’s 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Thursday Ladies 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Sr. Men’s 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Available for rent
Sr. Mixed 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Tuesday Ladies 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Hangover League 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Junior Curling 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday Night Mixed 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Wednesday Night Men’s 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Family Curling 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Novice Curling 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
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For league contact information please check www.cvrd.ca
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COWICHAN LAKE CURLING
Cowichan Rocks Curling Club Bonspiels Rock’in Ryan’s Community Shorty Spiel Saturday | November 5, 2022
Christmas Doubles Spiel Saturday | December 3, 2022
Ladies One Day Fun Day Saturday | February 4, 2023
Curling Ice Rental:
Cowichan Lake Recreation’s curling ice is available for rent, or practice ice slots. Please contact our office to check availability and rental rates. For more information call 250.749.6742 ext. 0
Cowichan Rocks Curling Leagues and Drop-in
Please note: All curling league fees include Curl BC fees, insurance, tax, and club fees. Spares welcome! Licensed lounge, concession open Friday evenings. Monday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Monday Doubles Curling League Ages 15+
Wednesday Open Curling League Ages 15+
Junior Curling Ages 7 - 15
7:00 p.m. Oct 3 - Mar 13 21 Weeks $125 Full season $91 Half season Code: 44768
7:00 p.m. Oct 5 - Mar 8 21 Weeks $250 Full season $184 Half season Code: 44778
Curling for Spares Ages 15+ 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Oct 7 - 28 4/$42 Code: 44776
Oct 10 moved to Oct 13 Oct 30 moved to Nov 3 Feb 20 moved to Feb 23 No session Dec 19 & 26, Jan 2
No session Dec 21 & 28
5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Nov 17 - Dec 15 5/$36 Code: 44780 Feb 2 - Mar 2 5/$36 Code: 44781
Family Drop-in Social Curling All Ages 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Nov 4 - Mar 3 Fee $3.50/person Code: 44782 No session Nov 11, Dec 23 & 30
No experience necessary. House brooms, sliders, stick, and crutches available for use. Must have clean shoes with grippers. Helmets recommended but not supplied.
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YOUBOU COMMUNITY BOWLING ALLEY
Take a Trip Down Memory Lane Visit Historic Youbou Community Bowling Alley
This historic, beautifully maintained four-lane bowling alley, built in 1951, takes you back to the time of hand-set pins. The lanes and much of the equipment are original from the time of installation, but Youbou Lanes keeps up with the times, offering Rock ‘n Glow bowling and a licensed facility.
Family Funday Matinees
All Ages Two hours of bowling (shoe rentals included) and family play in the Youbou Gym using our equipment or yours.
Private Rentals # Lanes
1 hour
2 hours
3 hours
4 hours
1
$77.66
$122.72
$165.47
$210.48
2
$85.54
$131.68
$174.48
$218.36
3
$105.84
$162.08
$219.49
$275.78
4
$113.65
$171.09
$228.51
$284.79
Saturdays | Sept 17, Oct 22, Nov 19, Dec 17 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Family of 4/$16.50, Individual/$5.25
Fees
Adults (19+) Teens (13 - 18) Youth (12 & under) Shoe Rentals Lane Reservation Locker Rental
$4.75/game $4.25/game $3.50/game $1.75/visit $6.25/lane $13.50/season
We rent the lanes by the hour and you do the rest. Call 250.749.6742 ext. 0 for details. Prices include shoe rentals and tax. Additional non-bowling time $36/hour.
Fall Bowling Schedule Sunday
Mixed 10-Pin League Ages 16+ 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Sept 11 - Dec 4 12 Sessions $126 Code: 44245 Spares $11/session
Tuesday
Men’s 10-Pin League Ages 16+ 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Nov 1 - Dec 13 7 Sessions $73.50 Code: 44250 Spares $11/session
Thursday
Ladies’ 10-Pin League Ages 16+ 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Sept 15 - Dec 1 12 Sessions $126 Code: 44251 Spares $11/session
Friday Drop-in Bowling 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Sept 16 - Dec 30 No session Sept 30, Nov 11 Loonie Nights 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Oct 7, Nov 4, Dec 2 $1 per game Shoes $1.75
Saturday Drop-In Bowling 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Sept 24 - Dec 12 Toonie Nights 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Sept 17, Oct 15, Nov 19, Dec 17 $2 per game Shoes $1.75
No experience necessary, no personal equipment required | Shoe Rental $1.75 Locker Rental $13/year Small concession available | Licensed facility; no minors after 10:00 p.m.
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BIRTHDAY PARTIES Ice Skating Parties
Ice skating is available from August to May. Roller skating is available in June and July.
Skating Party - Option 5
Rent the ice by the hour and do your own thing. Third party liability insurance is required and supervision of children is the responsibility of an adult. We provide our curling lounge or warm room for one hour at no cost, clean up is your responsibility. Skate rentals extra. Youth $91 per hour | Adult $166.75 per hour
Birthday Parties at Cowichan Lake Recreation We can provide a party coordinator or you can rent a space or the ice by the hour and do your own thing! Fees include taxes. For more information or to book an event at Cowichan Lake Recreation please call 250.749.6742 ext. 0.
Skating Party - Option 6
This option features everything outlined in Party Option 5, but also includes a supervisor so insurance is not required. Skate rentals extra. Youth $124.75 per hour | Adult $204 per hour
Skating Party - Option 7
Facilities available to rent: Centennial Hall, Cowichan Lake Sports Arena, Cowichan Rocks Curling Lounge, Honeymoon Bay Hall, Mesachie Lake Hall, Youbou Hall, Youbou Community Bowling Alley
Rent the ice by the hour and we will provide a party coordinator to organize on-ice games and supervise. You bring food, refreshments, utensils, supplies, and goodies bags. We will set up, decorate and clean up. This option includes one hour in the warm room or curling lounge. Skate rentals extra. Third party liability insurance is not required. Youth $156.75 per hour | Adult $234 per hour
Hall Kids Party - Option 1
Skating Party - Option 8
Rent a space by the hour and do your own thing. You set up and clean up. Third party liability insurance and a damage deposit will be required. Supervision of children is the responsibility of an adult. $22.50 per hour
Hall Kids Party - Option 2
Rent a space for two hours with a party coordinator to organize games. Game time will be one hour, leaving one hour for cake and presents. We will provide basic decorations and you bring the food, refreshments, utensils, and supplies. We set up and clean up. Confirmation and payment must be made a minimum two days prior to party booking date. Third party liability insurance is required and supervision of children is the responsibility of an adult. 10 children/$128.75 | Additional child/$7.25
Bowling Party - Option 3
Two lanes for one hour of bowling and one hour of cake time. We supply bowling shoes, a hot dog, juice, and chips for each child. Extra food will be sold at regular concession prices. We set up, clean up, and decorate. You bring the cake and goodie bags. Insurance is not required. Our Bowling Alley Coordinator will be on-site and have care and control of the facility. Pinsetters will be provided. 12 people $173 | Additional person $14.50
Bowling Party - Option 4
This option features everything outlined in Party Option 3, but includes the use of four lanes instead of two. 12 people $198 | Additional person $16.50
A 2.5 hour party that includes 1.5 hours of floor hockey, indoor soccer, or roller skating and equipment. We supply a party coordinator to set up, decorate, and clean up. A hot dog, juice, and fries for each guest will be served in the warm room or curling lounge. Third party liability insurance is required and supervision of children is the responsibility of an adult. $22.75 per person | Minimum 5 people
Skating Party - Option 9
A 3.5 hour party that includes public skating, skate rental, a hot dog, juice, and fries for each guest. Use of the curling lounge or a meeting room will be provided. You set up, decorate, and clean up. Third party liability insurance is required and supervision of children is the responsibility of an adult. $17.50 per person | Minimum 5 people
Party - Option 10
This two hour party in our dedicated and decorated birthday party space in the dry floor curling rink includes a play area with games, child friendly equipment and access to our pickleball court. This is an adult supervised birthday party option. Children are not to be left unattended. As an added feature, parents can request a party coordinator for one hour to lead fun games. You bring the food, refreshments, utensils, supplies, and goodie bags. We provide a genderneutral decorated space with play equipment for the little ones. We set up and clean up. Third party liability insurance is required. This party option is available from April - August when the curling ice is out. 10 people $103 | Additional person $10.30 Party Coordinator $36 FALL
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BIRTHDAY PARTIES
Birthday Parties at the Cowichan Community Centre To book a party at the Cowichan Community Centre, please contact Jennifer Beaudoin at 250.748.7529 or Jennifer.beaudoin@cvrd.bc.ca. Custom packages are available. Please book two weeks in advance. Rental contract is required. No refrigeration services available. Please arrive no earlier than 30 minutes prior to your party’s scheduled time.
Skating Party
Available September - April Celebrate your birthday party on the ice during one of our Everyone Welcome Skates. This package includes admission and rentals for up to 15 children including the birthday star. Start on the ice and then head over to the party room where you will serve your own refreshments. This package does not include a party leader - parental supervision is required. Additional guests pay regular admission and rental rates. Please bring your own utensils and party supplies. 3 hours $125 | Max 15 participants
KinderGym Party
Ages 1 - 4 This birthday package includes an hour of fun activities with our party leader, including basic climbing, sports equipment, ride-on and push toys, playhouse, and more! Personalize your party by bringing your own games, music, and food. Price includes up to 15 children including the birthday star. Additional guests pay $4 each. Parental supervision is required. Please bring your own utensils and party supplies. 2 hours $125 | Max 15 participants
Arts & Crafts Party
Ages 6 - 13 Choose your theme and craft for your special day. Package includes craft supplies and instruction for up to 12 children including the birthday star. Personalize your party by bringing your own music, food and goody bags. Some parent participation may be required. 2 hours $200 | Max 12 participants
Sports Party
This party package includes fun sports and activities with our party leader, such as basketball, soccer, floor hockey, and dodgeball. Just let us know what you like! We can customize this package to fit all ages and needs. Price includes up to 15 children including the birthday star. Additional guests pay $4 each. Parental supervision is required. Please bring your own utensils and party supplies. 2 hours $125 | Max 15 participants
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BIRTHDAY PARTIES
Imagination Station in the Round Room
Birthday Parties at Kerry Park Recreation Centre Skating Party
Available September - March Celebrate your birthday party on the ice during our Sunday Family Skate. This package includes admission and skate rentals for up to 15 children and one hour of room rental. Parental supervision is required. Please bring your own cake, refreshments, plates, cups, cutlery, and decorations for the table. This party option is available on Sundays with two times to chose from. Lunch options may be available at an additional cost during the 11:30 a.m. party time, please ask at time of booking. Please call 250.743.5922 for availability. Cost $125 | Max 15 participants
Birthday Parties at Shawnigan Lake Community Centre Party Goer in the Round Room
Our Round Room is a great location for smaller dance parties, arts and crafts or theme parties. Our party attendant will set up the room for you and help you decorate; please bring your own decorations. You will have shared access to the kitchen to utilize the fridge and counter space. Booking includes 15 minutes before the party for preparation and 15 minutes after the party for clean up. Please call 250.743.1433 for availability. Cost $75 | Max 20 participants
Celebrate your party in the Round Room for a fun, smaller atmosphere. We’ll provide a fun craft space with loads of supplies for your party goers to experience this imagination station and create their own masterpiece. Our party attendant will set up the room for you and help you decorate; please bring your own decorations. You will have shared access to the kitchen to utilize the fridge and counter space. Booking includes 15 minutes before the party for preparation and 15 minutes after the party for clean up. Please call 250.743.1433 for availability. Cost $105 | Max 15 participants
Toonie Tots Party in the Gym
Ages 5+ Celebrate your little one’s birthday in the gym. Our party attendant will set up the Toonie Tots equipment for your party goers to climb and have fun celebrating with their friends. When you arrive, the gym will be set up with equipment, banquet tables and chairs. After 75 minutes of your party, our attendant will put the equipment all away. No hassle or fuss for you. You have 15 minutes before the party to decorate your tables and prepare for your guests’ arrival. Our party attendant will assist with this process, all you need to do is bring your own decorations. Then following the party you will have 15 minutes to clean up after your party goers head home. Please call 250.743.1433 for availability. Cost $135 | Max 15 participants
Party Goer in the Gym
Need a larger space for your party? Our gym is a great location for sports, games and running around. You’ll have access to gym equipment for floor hockey, soccer, basketball, and more. Our party attendant will set up the gym with tables and chairs and help you decorate; please bring your own decorations. Booking includes 15 minutes before the party for preparation and 15 minutes after the party for clean up. Please call 250.743.1433 for availability. Cost $95 | Max 30 participants
Bouldering or Sports Theme in the Gym
With your Gym party you’ll get to choose either 45 minutes of supervised bouldering wall access or organized gym games, both led by our party attendant. Our party attendant will set up the gym with tables and chairs and help you decorate; please bring your own decorations. Booking includes 15 minutes before the party for preparation and 15 minutes after the party for clean up. Please call 250.743.1433 for availability. Cost $135 | Max 15 participants FALL
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EARLY YEARS
Play & Learn Play & Learn Meet and Greet 2022
Ages 3 - 5 Come in and check out our fun-tastic early learning zone for the fall season. This is a great opportunity for parents and toddlers to explore our facility, get a head start on registering and filling out registration forms, and meet our instructors! Please bring your child’s Care Card number. Thursday | Sept 8 | 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. FREE | Code: 46913 CLR - Arena Playschool Room
Play & Learn
Ages 3 - 5 Learn your ABC’s, 123’s and be introduced to fundamental movement skills (Physical Literacy) through play in a clean, safe and nurturing early learning environment at our Play and Learn program. This 10-month kindergarten readiness program is designed for children to have fun, make friends and build relationships. This inclusive program supports spontaneous self-directed play and exploration as well as organized, routine activities in a comfortable and relaxed classroom environment that encourages resilience and cooperation. Registration is ongoing throughout the year. Children may be registered at 3 years old or one month prior to their third birthday. Children must be completely toilet trained, no pull-ups. Parent participation may be required. Come play and learn with us! Fall 2022 Session Monday - Friday | Sept 12 - Dec 16 | 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. $7.25/day | Code: 46912 Facilitator: Erica Lambert No session Sept 30, Oct 10, Nov 11 CLR - Arena Playschool Room Winter 2023 Session Monday - Friday | Jan 3 - Mar 10 | 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. $7.25/day | Code: 46914 Facilitator: Erica Lambert No session Feb 20 CLR - Arena Playschool Room Spring 2023 Session Monday - Friday | Mar 27 - June 16 | 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. $7.25/day | Code: 49247 Facilitator: Erica Lambert No session Apr 7 & 10, May 22 CLR - Arena Playschool Room
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EARLY YEARS
Drop-in
Arts & Crafts
Child Health Clinics
Rainbows & Sunshine Craft Club
At our Child Health Clinics, Public Nurses are available to discuss health information, weigh and measure your children, discuss and provide immunizations and answer your questions. For appointments, please call the Health Unit at 250.709.3050. Tuesdays | 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
KinderGym
Ages 1 - 5 Does your little one have an extreme amount of energy in the morning? We have just the solution! Join us for endless fun as we bring out our preschool equipment for your little ones to burn off some energy. The emphasis is on fun and letting your child explore and improve their motor skills! Parent participation required. Mondays/Wednesdays | Sept 7 - Dec 21 | 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. 10 Visits $40 or Registered Drop-in $5 Pre-registration recommended | Code: 46694 No session Oct 10 Cowichan Community Centre
Kinder Gym
Ages 1 - 5 Join us for endless fun with your little ones, helping them to burn off some energy. The emphasis is on fun and letting your child explore and improve their motor skills! Parent participation is required. Fridays | 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Sept 9 - Oct 28 | 8/$40 | Code: 48736 Nov 4 - 25 | 3/$15 | Code: 48751 Pre-registration recommended | Registered Drop-in $5 CLR - Centennial Lower Hall
Physical Literacy
This symbol denotes Physical Literacy based programs that focus on the development and enhancement of FUNdamental Movement Skills. These essential building blocks instill confidence that comes from skill competence and provides motivation to maintain a life-long attachment to sport, recreation and physical activity.
Ages 2.5 - 4.5 Come join our instructor for an hour of fun-filled crafts. Each day we will start and complete a different art and craft project for you to take home with you. We will be keeping our hands busy with carpentry, painting, playdough, glue, glitter and so much more. This program is a registered drop-in running every Thursday. Register 72 hours ahead of time for the class that fits your busy and ever-changing schedule. All supplies are included. Parent participation required. Thursdays | 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Sept 15 - 29 | Code: 46871 Oct 6 - 27 | Code: 46872 Nov 3 - 24 | Code: 46873 Dec 1 - 15 | Code: 46876 Registered Drop-in $5/Tot Instructor: Lindsay Nash No session Dec 8 Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
Music & Dance Jump into Music
Ages 6 months - 4 years This one-of-a-kind music and movement program engages, educates and entertains both parent and child on a musical journey around the world. It stimulates mind/body/ spirit through diverse activities, creating a well-rounded experience! A great way for families to bond, gaining exposure to musical rudiments and cultures. Wednesdays | 9:30 a.m. - 10:20 a.m. Sept 14 - Oct 26 | 7/$98 | Code: 46980 Nov 2 - Dec 14 | 7/$98 | Code: 46981 Instructor: Orith Horwitz Shawnigan Lake Community Centre Thursdays | 9:30 a.m. - 10:20 a.m. Sept 15 - Oct 27 | 7/$98 | Code: 47688 Nov 3 - Dec 15 | 7/$98 | Code: 47689 Drop-in $14 Instructor: Orith Horwitz Cowichan Community Centre
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EARLY YEARS Music Together: Flute Collection
Ages 6 months - 5 years These mixed-age classes provide developmentally appropriate, rich music experiences that support and respect the unique learning styles of young children. Come sing, play, laugh, dance, learn, and have fun with us! One sibling can be registered for $112. For more program information, please contact Music Together Mid Island at 250.858.2027. Thursdays | Sept 29 - Nov 24 | 9:30 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. 9/$162 | Code: 48716 Instructor: Music Together Mid Island CLR - Centennial Lower Hall
Musical Beginnings
Ages 18 - 36 months Do not miss this delightful introduction to music with our instructor who is a music educator and has a shining reputation with children and parents alike. Join us for a wonderful educational experience for both you and your little one. Parent participation required. Fridays | Sept 16 - Dec 2 9:30 a.m. - 10:20 a.m. | 10/$85 | Code: 46977 10:30 a.m. - 11:20 a.m. | 10/$85 | Code: 46979 Instructor: Jennie Stevens No session Nov 11 & 25 Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
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Dance Baby & Me Dance
Ages 4 - 12 months Come and learn how dance, music, and play can nurture early development, while strengthening the caregiver-baby bond! Caregivers will delight in watching their little ones grow and learn while making friends and socializing with others. Fridays | Oct 7 - Dec 9 | 9:15 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. 8/$68 | Code: 47357 Instructor: Ricki-Lee Allison No session Oct 21, Nov 11 Cowichan Community Centre
Intro to Dance
Ages 1.5 - 5 This class provides an opportunity for children to move and explore dance. This creative movement-based class will use fun, imaginative exercises and creative play to help build basic motor skills, coordination and provide a fun morning together. Ages 1.5 - 3 Fridays | Oct 7 - Dec 9 | 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. 8/$68 | Code: 47349 Instructor: Ricki-Lee Allison No session Oct 21, Nov 11 Cowichan Community Centre Ages 3 - 5 Fridays | Oct 7 - Dec 9 | 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. 8/$68 | Code: 47350 Instructor: Ricki-Lee Allison No session Oct 21, Nov 11 Cowichan Community Centre
Parent & Tot Barre None Sampler
Ages 2 - 3 Do you have a child that wants to dance, but you aren’t sure which style to try? If so, this is the perfect class. Before committing to a whole year, students can try several classes in ballet, jazz, and hip hop during each dance session. Dancers will have the opportunity to learn the basics of each style and discover which one they enjoy the most. Do not be surprised if they end up loving all three! Saturdays | 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Sept 17 - Oct 22 | 5/$37.50 | Code: 47168 Oct 29 - Dec 3 | 5/$37.50 | Code: 47170 Instructor: Barre None No session Oct 15, Nov 26 Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
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EARLY YEARS Barre None Sampler 1
Ages 3 - 4 Do you have a child that wants to dance, but you aren’t sure which style to try? If so, this is the perfect class. Before committing to a whole year, students can try several classes in ballet, jazz, and hip hop during each dance session. Dancers will have the opportunity to learn the basics of each style and discover which one they enjoy the most. Do not be surprised if they end up loving all three! Saturdays | 9:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Sept 17 - Oct 22 | 5/$37.50 | Code: 47166 Oct 29 - Dec 3 | 5/$37.50 | Code: 47167 Instructor: Barre None No session Oct 15, Nov 26 Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
Fun with Learning Little Carpenters
Ages 4 - 6 Children will have an opportunity to practice carpentry skills with real tools, use their creativity, and build their very own project to take home at the end of the program. Parent participation required. Wednesdays | 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. Sept 28 - Oct 19 | 4/$65 | Code: 47686 Nov 9 - 30 | 4/$65 | Code: 47687 Instructor: Gerry Humeny / Hayley Hurl Cowichan Community Workshop at The HUB
Sports, Movement & Activities Toonie Tots
Ages 0 - 4 This is where the action is, rain or shine! We set it up and you play. Come meet other parents and friends in your community. Parent or caregiver must accompany child at all times. Please note the following changes: this program now requires pre-registration for daily spots; pre-register and pay online or by calling us. Tuesdays/Fridays | 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Sept 6 - 30 | Code: 46867 Oct 4 - 28 | Code: 46868 Nov 1 - 29 | Code: 46869 Dec 2 - 16 | Code: 46870 Registered Drop-in $4/Tot Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
Adventures in the Gym
Ages 2.5 - 4.5 Let’s go on an adventure in the gym with our fearless leader. You will explore all the gym has to offer, with weekly themebased activities such as games, sports, parachute games, obstacle courses and tumbling. This program is a registered drop-in running every Thursday. Register 72 hours ahead of time for the class that fits your busy and ever-changing schedule. Parent participation may be required. Thursdays | 11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Sept 15 - 29 | Code: 46939 Oct 6 - 27 | Code: 46940 Nov 3 - 24 | Code: 46941 Dec 1 - 15 | Code: 46942 Registered Drop-in $5/Tot Instructor: Lindsay Nash Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
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EARLY YEARS Yogi Bears
Ages 3 - 5 This fun, interactive class introduces children to yoga through stories, songs, and games. Yoga helps develop motor skills, balance, coordination, concentration, focus and more. Children will experience the benefits of yoga in a creative and playful way. Tuesdays | 10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. Sept 20 - Oct 18 | 5/$40 | Code: 47134 Nov 1 - 29 | 5/$40 | Code: 47135 Instructor: Sadie Bartram No session Nov 15 Cowichan Community Centre
Parent & Tot Gymnastics
Ages 2 - 3 This class is designed for parents and their tot to explore gymnastics in a fun way together. Children, along with their parents, will learn balance, body awareness, and self-confidence while learning basic gymnastics skills and positions. Parent participation required. Mondays | 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Sept 12 - Oct 24 | 6/$51 | Code: 47176 Nov 7 - Dec 12 | 6/$51 | Code: 47177 Instructor: Fran Schneidmiller No session Oct 10 Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
Preschool Gymnastics
Ages 3 - 4 This class is designed for the preschooler who is excited to explore gymnastics in a fun way. Children will learn balance, body awareness, and self-confidence while learning basic gymnastics skills and positions. Age 3 Mondays | 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Sept 12 - Oct 24 | 6/$51 | Code: 47178 | No session Oct 10 Nov 17 - Dec 12 | 6/$51 | Code: 47180 Instructor: Fran Schneidmiller Shawnigan Lake Community Centre Age 4 Mondays | 12:30 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. Sept 12 - Oct 24 | 6/$51 | Code: 47179 | No session Oct 10 Nov 1 - Dec 12 | 6/$51 | Code: 47181 Instructor: Fran Schneidmiller Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
Junior Hoops
Ages 5 - 7 This program gives young children a fun introduction to basketball. Coaches will help players build skills and learn the game in a fun, active, and healthy learning environment. Fridays | Nov 25 - Dec 16 | 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. 4/$40 | Code: 48551 Cowichan Community Centre
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World Cup Soccer Camp
Ages 3.5 - 5 Join our coach as he encourages teamwork, skill development, and fun in this professionally developed program. Ages 3.5 - 4 Wednesdays | Sept 21 - Nov 9 | 2:45 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. 8/$54 | Code: 47182 Instructor: Brett Hyslop Shawnigan Lake Community Centre Ages 4 - 5 Wednesdays | Sept 21 - Nov 9 | 3:15 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. 8/$54 | Code: 47183 Instructor: Brett Hyslop Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
Tide Soccer
Ages 3.5 - 6 Join our friends at Tide Soccer for this fun introduction to soccer for young children. Each session will involve skill building, movement and agility development, and plenty of games and activities. This is an indoor program so please bring clean runners. Registration fee includes a Tide Soccer training shirt. Ages 3.5 - 4 Wednesdays | Sept 21 - Nov 2 | 3:30 p.m. - 4:05 p.m. 6/$66 | Code: 47772 No session Oct 5 Cowichan Community Centre Ages 5 - 6 Wednesdays | Sept 21 - Nov 2 | 4:15 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 6/$72 | Code: 47774 No session Oct 5 Cowichan Community Centre
Intro to Soccer
Age 4 | Born 2018 This program introduces soccer to young children. Basic skills and rules will be touched on, but the main focus will be on keeping the players moving and having fun. Saturdays | Sept 24 - Oct 29 | 1:45 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. 6/$42 | Code: 47692 Instructor: Norah O’Reilly-Ryan KPRC - Sports Fields
Mini Sports Sampler
Ages 4 - 6 This program will give kids a chance to try a variety of sports and find out what they like! Sports will include basketball, floor hockey, soccer, Pickleball, lacrosse, and more. Our leaders will focus on developing sport-specific skills and basic movement skills, such as agility, balance, and speed. Mondays | 3:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. Sept 12 - Oct 24 | 6/$36 | Code: 47864 | No session Oct 10 Nov 7 - Dec 12 | 6/$36 | Code: 47865 Cowichan Community Centre
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PHYSICAL LITERACY
Physical literacy is the key to being
ACTIVE FOR LIFE What is Physical Literacy?
Physical Literacy is the motivation, confidence, physical competence, knowledge and understanding to value and take responsibility for engagement in physical activities for life. (The International Physical Literacy Association, May 2014) Physical activity is a lot more fun when we’re physically literate. If we want children to be active for life, they need to develop physical literacy at a young age. Physicalliteracy.ca offers coaches, recreation professionals and health practitioners access to a wide range of resources that can help people become physically literate.
What are Fundamental Movement Skills?
Fundamental movement skills are the foundation for an active life. This list contains 25 fundamental movement skills which children can learn:
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Balancing Catching Climbing Cycling Dodging Dribbling Hopping Jumping Kicking Landing Rhythmic Movement Rotating
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Running Skating / Skiing Skipping Sliding Striking with an implement Striking with hand Swimming Throwing Trapping with an implement Trapping with feet/body Tumbling Walking
This symbol denotes Physical Literacy based programs that focus on the development and enhancement of FUNdamental Movement Skills. These essential building blocks instill confidence that comes from skill competence and provides motivation to maintain a life-long attachment to sport, recreation and physical activity. FALL
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SUBSIDY
Subsidy Programs CVRD Recreation Assistance Programs
The CVRD’s Recreation and Culture division is committed to providing accessible and affordable recreation programs. Families living in areas A, B, C, D, E, F, I, the City of Duncan, and Town of Lake Cowichan are eligible to apply for the Recreation Assistance Program if your combined family income is at or below the Statistics Canada Low Income Threshold. Areas A, B, C, D (Mill Bay, Malahat, Cobble Hill, Shawnigan Lake, & Cowichan Bay) Contact: Janine at 250.743.5922 or download a copy of the application form at www.cvrd.ca. Areas D & E (Cowichan Bay, Cowichan Station, Sahtlam, Glenora, Duncan, & North Cowichan South of Herd Rd.) Contact: Jennifer at 250.746.3414 or download a copy of the application form at www.cvrd.ca. Areas F, I & the Town of Lake Cowichan (Cowichan Lake South, Skutz Falls, Youbou, & Meade Creek) Contact: CLSA at 250.749.6742.
KidSport™
KidSport™ Cowichan is a community based volunteer managed sport charity that provides grants for children to participate in a season of sport. The goal is to ensure that kids who might not otherwise be able to access organized sports have the chance to do so. KidSport Cowichan encompasses the entire Cowichan Valley and includes the following communities: Mill Bay, Shawnigan Lake, Cobble Hill, Cowichan Bay, Glenora, Cowichan Station, City of Duncan, Sahtlam, Mesachie Lake, Honeymoon Bay, Town of Lake Cowichan, Municipality of North Cowichan, Town of Ladysmith, Saltair, North Oyster, Cowichan Tribes, Penelakut Tribe, Chemainus, Halalt, Lake Cowichan, and Lyackson First Nations. Our mission… to remove the financial barriers that prevent some children from playing organized sports! Our vision…so all kids can play! Apply at www.kidsport.ca/cowichan
Jumpstart
The Canadian Tire Jumpstart Program is a program that allows children and youth to participate in sport and recreation in their community without having to worry about their financial constraints. This program places emphasis on children and youth who are inactive with the goal to assist them to take the necessary steps to make healthier lifestyle changes. For more information, visit: jumpstart.canadiantire.ca
Cowichan Valley Performing Arts Foundation
The CVPAF is the only locally-founded, not-for-profit organization in the Cowichan Valley dedicated to providing financial assistance and funding through bursaries and scholarships solely to youth (ages 18 and under) applicants requiring support to pursue performing arts activities and education in music, theatre, dance and singing. Apply at: www.cvperformingarts.ca
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School’s Out After School Program Cowichan Lake
Kindergarten - Grade 4 This 10-month After School Program will help your child grow courage, develop resiliency skills, self-confidence and learn about being active for life in a safe, supportive and caring environment. Upon registration with SD79, bussing is available from Palsson School, Lake Cowichan School and Mount Prevost. Pro-D days are not available at this time. Varied curriculum includes projects, games, movement activities and more. Parent participation is not required. Healthy snacks provided. This program is exempt under the Childcare Licensing Regulations section 3(f)(i and ii). Program follows SD79 school calendar. Fall 2022 Session Monday - Friday | Sept 12 - Dec 16 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. $10/day | Code: 49264 Facilitator: Erica Lambert No session Sept 26 & 30, Oct 10 & 21, Nov 11 & 25 CLR - Lower Centennial Hall Winter 2023 Session Monday - Friday | Jan 2 - Mar 10 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. $10/day | Code: 49266 Facilitator: Erica Lambert No session Feb 17 & 20 CLR - Lower Centennial Hall Spring 2023 Session Monday - Friday | Mar 27 - June 16 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. $10/day | Code: 49268 Facilitator: Erica Lambert No session Apr 7, 10, 17, May 5 & 22 CLR - Lower Centennial Hall
School’s Out Soccer Camp
Ages 8 - 11 Join our coach for an exciting afternoon of soccer. This camp will feature skill development, agility training, mini games, and fun competition. Please dress appropriately for the weather and bring a healthy snack and water bottle. Monday | Sept 26 | 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 1/$20 | Code: 48248 Instructor: Norah O’Reilly-Ryan KPRC - Sports Fields
School’s Out Camp Bright Angel Park & Skating
Ages 6 - 10 Celebrate the changing of seasons by visiting beautiful Bright Angel Park for nature explorations and playground fun. Glide into Fall by hopping back onto the ice for some fun skating action. All participants must bring and wear a helmet for skating. Monday | Sept 26 | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 1/$40 | Code: 48610 Kerry Park Recreation Centre
School’s Out Camp Bouldering & Bowling
Ages 6 - 10 Come hang out with us as we have a blast trying to beat our high scores at bowling. We’ll also climb to new heights on the bouldering wall at Shawnigan Lake Community Centre. Friday | Oct 21 | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 1/$40 | Code: 48612 Kerry Park Recreation Centre
School’s Out Camp Skating & Butterfly Gardens Visit
Ages 6 - 10 Leaders are excited to help you strap on a pair of skates and go for a spin on the ice. We’ll celebrate the day by meeting some fascinating creatures who will visit Kerry Park. All participants must bring and wear a helmet for skating. Friday | Nov 25 | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 1/$40 | Code: 48613 Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Kid Zone - School’s Out Days
Ages 6 - 10 Join the Kid Zone School’s Out Camp for an exciting and action-packed day! There are a variety of activities, sports and games, so pack your bags with a big healthy lunch, plenty of water, and appropriate clothing for skating and games in the gym or outside. Please bring your own helmet for skating! Monday | Sept 26 | 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 1/$40 | Code: 46701 Cowichan Community Centre Friday | Oct 21 | 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 1/$40 | Code: 46702 Cowichan Community Centre Friday | Nov 25 | 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 1/$40 | Code: 46703 Cowichan Community Centre
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Arts & Crafts
Music & Dance
Learn to Sew
Barre None Sampler 2
Ages 8 - 12 Join us for a sewing pajama party! Students will bring their own materials and learn basic machine-sewing techniques and safety. At the end of the course, you will be able to bring home your very own comfy flannel pajama pants, made by you! Students will need to provide 2m of flannel fabric and 1 medium spool of matching thread colour. Saturday | Oct 22 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 1/$50 | Code: 48366 Instructor: Jacqueline Quenneville Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
How to Draw Comics
Ages 8 - 14 In this class, students will learn foundational skills pertaining to the comics’ storytelling format. We will explore style, composition, pace, and expressing character emotions. We’ll draw inspiration from film, manga, and contemporary artists, as well as traditional comics like Marvel, DC and Sunday Funnies. Mondays | Sept 26 - Dec 12 | 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. 8/$70 | Code: 48362 | No session Oct 10 & 31, Nov 21, Dec 5 Instructor: Jacqueline Quenneville Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
Arts & Crafts for Kids
Ages 6 - 12 In this class, young artists will practice their creativity and painting techniques to get a foundation in the visual arts. They’ll discover a wide range of materials and use them for imaginative projects inspired by great artists and processes. Children will discover, create, and have fun, all while making their very own projects. Ages 6 - 8 will make clothespin button bats and toilet roll “bat buddies”; painted tin can containers and cardboard flower collectors; cork birdhouses and Thanksgiving turkeys; and finally, paper crabs and celery painted fish. Ages 9 - 12 will make wind chimes made with driftwood and beads; wooden bead snowmen ornaments; holiday cards; air-dry clay gift tags; and painted clay pots. Ages 6 - 8 Tuesdays | Oct 18 - Nov 8 | 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 4/$80 | Code: 47147 Instructor: Connie Smith Cowichan Community Centre
Ages 5 - 7 Do you have a child that wants to dance, but you aren’t sure which style to try? If so, this is the perfect class. Before committing to a whole year, students can try several classes in ballet, jazz, and hip hop during each dance session. Dancers will have the opportunity to learn the basics of each style and discover which one they enjoy the most. Do not be surprised if they end up loving all three! Saturdays | 9:45 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Sept 17 - Oct 22 | 5/$37.50 | Code: 47171 Oct 29 - Dec 3 | 5/$37.50 | Code: 47173 Instructor: Barre None No session Oct 15, Nov 26 Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
Intro to Dance for Home Schoolers
Ages 6 - 10 This class will explore different styles of dance such as ballet, jazz, hip hop and musical theatre. Students will learn dance technique, work on coordination, and have lots of fun! Please wear shorts or yoga/dance pants and a tank top or t-shirt. Hair should be up and all classes will be done in bare feet, but if you have dance shoes please wear them. Fridays | Oct 7 - Dec 9 | 12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m. 8/$100 | Code: 47358 Instructor: Ricki-Lee Allison No session Oct 21, Nov 11 Cowichan Community Centre
Little Stars Musical Theatre Adventure
Ages 5 - 7 Little Stars Musical Theatre Adventure will explore this art form and all its awesomeness! We will have fun developing our performance skills through games, activities, movement and singing songs. Classes will culminate in a mini “FROZEN” performance for family and friends! Together we’ll build confidence and have fun! Wednesdays | Sept 21 - Nov 9 | 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 8/$145 | Code: 47449 Instructor: Stephanie Roth Cowichan Community Centre
Ages 9 - 12 Tuesdays | Nov 15 - Dec 6 | 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 4/$80 | Code: 47148 Instructor: Connie Smith Cowichan Community Centre
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Shawnigan Kids’ Theatre Troupe
Ages 7 - 16 Paul Belanger is back and ready to take all young thespians on a journey they’ll never forget. Our mission is to use theatre to help enhance the overall emotional growth of an individual by building self-confidence and self-esteem. This children’s theatre intensive program includes 11 weeks of professional training in acting, musical voice lessons, articulation and voice projection, improvisation, and all aspects of theatre etiquette. It also includes an opportunity to perform in a live theatre production, learning to work together in a team environment towards a common goal of providing the community with a quality, professional theatre production, and best of all - making memories that last a lifetime! There will be 5 days of full production commitment required from Dec 7 - 11, with a dress rehearsal and 4 shows. There may be additional costs for costumes. Ages 7 - 11 Mondays/Saturdays | Sept 12 - Dec 11 Mondays | 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Saturdays | 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 13 Weeks $440 | Code: 46994 Instructor: Paul Belanger No session Oct 10 & 15, Nov 26 Shawnigan Lake Community Centre Ages 12 - 16 Tuesdays/Saturdays | Sept 13 - Dec 11 Tuesdays | 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Saturdays | 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 13 Weeks $440 | Code: 46995 Instructor: Paul Belanger No session Oct 11 & 15, Nov 26 Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
Broadway Bound Future Stars of Broadway!
Ages 8 - 11 This class will explore this art form and all its awesomeness! We will develop skills in all three disciplines of singing, acting, and dancing, with emphasis on storytelling. Classes will culminate in a mini performance of favourite songs from Seussical Jr. for our loved ones! Together we’ll build confidence and have fun!
Ages 12 - 16 This musical theatre performance class will explore this art form and all its awesomeness! We will develop skills in all three disciplines of singing, acting, and dancing by immersing ourselves in the world of Broadway Musicals. This is the perfect place for your child to express their creativity through music and movement. Classes will culminate in a mini performance for our loved ones! Together we’ll build confidence and have fun!
Wednesdays | Sept 21 - Nov 9 | 5:15 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. 8/$185 | Code: 47450 Instructor: Stephanie Roth Cowichan Community Centre
Wednesdays | Sept 21 - Nov 9 | 6:45 p.m. - 8:45 p.m. 8/$250 | Code: 47451 Instructor: Stephanie Roth Cowichan Community Centre
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Education Bear Aware: Preventing Wildlife Conflict
Ages 6 - 15 Join staff from WildSafe BC as they present the Bear Aware program. Kids will learn the basic principles for staying safe in bear and cougar country. Participants will learn about managing behaviours and what attracts particular wildlife. Please dress appropriately as some parts of the program are outside. Saturday | Oct 15 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 1/$5 | Code: 48657 Instructor: WildSafe BC Staff CLR - Centennial Lower Hall
Literacy Fun
Ages 7 - 9 Join us in reading early chapter books to practice skills of fluency, sight/word recognition, word analysis/prediction, comprehension and written language. Small group tutorial format with fun, interactive and skill-based activities. Mon/Wed | Sept 19 - Oct 13 | 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. 8/$60 | Code: 46985 Instructor: Colette Vaisius Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
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Jr. Engineers
Ages 6 - 10 Kids love to create solutions to quirky problems using logic, problem solving and an interesting variety of materials. These sessions have one major problem to overcome through collaboration, teamwork, and creativity! Participants will learn how to communicate ideas and needs in this action-packed activity. Thursdays | 3:45 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. Sept 22 - Oct 27 | 6/$138 | Code: 47720 Nov 3 - Dec 8 | 6/$138 | Code: 47721 Somenos Community Hall, 3248 Cowichan Valley Hwy
Block Coding & Python
Ages 8 - 14 Suitable for kids with some or no knowledge of the popular block coding environments such as Minecraft, Roblox, Scratch, and Swift. Participants will be divided into those who wish to explore/extend their block coding skills and those who wish to learn Python. A form link will be sent to participants the week prior to the first class to identify level of experience and next steps for each registrant. Thursdays | 3:45 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. Sept 22 - Oct 27 | 6/$120 | Code: 47718 Nov 3 - Dec 8 | 6/$120 | Code: 47719 Somenos Community Hall, 3248 Cowichan Valley Hwy
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Master Chef in the Making
Ages 9 - 14 Calling all kids who love to cook! Join our instructors for this hands-on class and learn delicious recipes, kitchen safety, cleanliness, organization, recycling, reducing, and reusing. Each class you will create your own dishes, take them home to share, and enjoy the taste of your success. You will also create your own recipe book so you can make the dishes at home. All ingredients and supplies provided. Please notify staff of any allergies or issues prior to start of class. Tuesdays | Nov 1 - 22 | 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. 4/$125 | Code: 47361 Instructor: Lori King Cowichan Community Centre Wednesdays | Nov 2 - 23 | 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. 4/$125 | Code: 47362 Instructor: Lori King Cowichan Community Centre
Home Alone
Ages 9 - 12 Being home alone can be uncomfortable and unsafe for a child if they are not prepared. This course will provide your child with the basic skills to stay home alone safely (and enjoy it). We will cover tips and real-life scenarios to engage and inspire your child to be responsible and knowledgeable when home alone. Thursday | Sept 15 | 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. 1/$25 | Code: 46714 Instructor: Cheryl Proctor Cowichan Community Centre Saturday | Oct 8 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 1/$25 | Code: 47777 Instructor: Cheryl Proctor Shawnigan Lake Community Centre Saturday | Nov 5 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 1/$25 | Code: 48043 Instructor: Cheryl Proctor Kerry Park Recreation Centre Wednesday | Dec 8 | 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. 1/$25 | Code: 46715 Instructor: Cheryl Proctor Cowichan Community Centre
Physical Literacy
This symbol denotes Physical Literacy based programs that focus on the development and enhancement of FUNdamental Movement Skills. These essential building blocks instill confidence that comes from skill competence and provides motivation to maintain a life-long attachment to sport, recreation and physical activity.
Stop Motion Studio
Ages 8 - 14 Create amazing movie shorts using stop motion and your choice of media. After exploring different techniques, students will be challenged to create a commercial moving from story board, through filming, and final editing. Thursdays | 3:45 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. Sept 22 - Oct 27 | 6/$120 | Code: 47716 Nov 3 - Dec 8 | 6/$120 | Code: 47717 Somenos Community Hall, 3248 Cowichan Valley Hwy
Babysitter’s Training
Ages 11+ This educational program follows the Kid Proof guide to Babysitter’s Training. We include First Aid, household safety, behaviour management, child development, and dealing with strangers. We will also have some fun with games and activities that every babysitter can use. This course includes a certificate upon completion. Participants must be 11 years old by the start of class. Saturday | Oct 1 | 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. 1/$60 | Code: 47960 Instructor: Lexi Liddle Shawnigan Lake Community Centre Saturday | Nov 19 | 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. 1/$60 | Code: 48039 Instructor: Lexi Liddle Kerry Park Recreation Centre
HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development
Ages 15+ HIGH FIVE® is a highly recognized quality assurance program designed to help ensure that recreation and sport programs are delivered in ways that support the healthy development of children aged 4 to 12. This half-day training will help frontline leaders (i.e. camp leaders, coaches, child care workers) improve the quality of the programs they deliver and gain more confidence, knowledge, and tools when leading children’s programs. Course content covers the five Principles of Healthy Child Development and HIGH FIVE® Design Guidelines and how to create environments where children thrive. Successful candidates will receive a HIGH FIVE® certificate. Please pre-register by Oct 11. Friday | Oct 21 | 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. 1/$90 | Code: 48209 Instructor: Sadie Bartram Cowichan Community Centre
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Youbou Open Gym
All Ages Here’s a chance for kids and parents to come and practice skills for different games, or just burn off some energy. Children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult. Fridays | Sept 16 - Dec 30 | 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. $3/person | Code: 48129 CLR - Youbou Main Hall
Sports Sampler
Ages 6 - 9 This program will give kids a chance to try a variety of sports and find out what they like! Sports may include soccer, lacrosse, rugby, softball, and martial arts. Our leader will focus on developing sport-specific skills and basic movement skills in a fun and safe environment. Mondays | Sept 12 - Oct 24 | 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. 6/$39 | Code: 47935 Instructor: Norah O’Reilly-Ryan No session Oct 10 KPRC - Sports Fields
Sports Sampler
Ages 6 - 9 This program will give kids a chance to try a variety of sports and find out what they like! Sports will include basketball, floor hockey, soccer, Pickleball, lacrosse, and more. Our leaders will focus on developing sport-specific skills and basic movement skills, such as agility, balance, and speed. Teamwork and fair play will be encouraged at all times. Please bring clean runners and a water bottle. Thursdays | 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sept 15 - Oct 20 | 6/$39 | Code: 47896 Oct 27 - Dec 8 | 6/$39 | Code: 47900 No session Nov 17 Cowichan Community Centre
After School Sports & Games Drop-in
Sports, Movement & Activities Junior Hoops
Ages 5 - 7 This program gives young children a fun introduction to basketball. Coaches will help players build skills and learn the game in a fun, active, and healthy learning environment. Fridays | Nov 25 - Dec 16 | 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. 4/$40 | Code: 48551 Cowichan Community Centre
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Ages 7 - 12 Looking for something to do after school these days? Come join us in the gym for some fun after school sports and games. We will play a variety of sports and have tons of fun. Do you have a game or sport you love? Let us know and we will give it a try. This program is registered drop-in. Register 72 hours ahead of time for the class that fits your schedule. Wednesdays | Sept 21 - Dec 14 | 4:15 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Registered Drop-in $5 | Code: 47218 No session Dec 7 Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
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Basketball
Grades 1 - 7 This active program will give kids a chance to build skills and play basketball in a fun, supportive environment. Each session will feature skill development, movement training, fun games, and scrimmages. Please bring indoor shoes and a water bottle. Grades 1 - 2 Thursdays | Sept 29 - Nov 24 | 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 8/$48 | Code: 47707 No session Oct 13 George Bonner Elementary School Grades 3 - 4 Thursdays | Sept 29 - Nov 24 | 6:10 p.m. - 7:10 p.m. 8/$48 | Code: 47708 No session Oct 13 George Bonner Elementary School
Youth Basketball
Ages 8 - 15 This program is a great way for youth to get some basketball in during the Fall. Our coaches will keep everyone moving, with each session featuring skills, fun games, and plenty of scrimmage time. Ages 8 - 11 Fridays | Sept 9 - Oct 7 | 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. 4/$40 | Code: 47690 No session Sept 30 Cowichan Community Centre Ages 12 - 15 Fridays | Oct 14 - Nov 4 | 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. 4/$40 | Code: 47691 Cowichan Community Centre
Grades 5 - 7 Thursdays | Sept 29 - Nov 24 5:00 p.m. - 6:10 p.m. | 8/$54 | Code: 47709 6:20 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. | 8/$54 | Code: 47710 No session Oct 13 George Bonner Elementary School
Youth Open Gym Time
Ages 13+ Looking for somewhere to shoot some hoops? Come use our gym during our open gym time for youth. Not enough to play a pickup game? Enjoy the time to work on your jump shot and free throws with a buddy! No need to register, just show up and pay at the office. Tuesdays | Sept 20 - Dec 13 | 3:15 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. Drop-in $4 | Code: 47211 No session Dec 6 Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
Drop-in Bouldering
Ages 7 - 18 No experience is necessary to join these drop-in bouldering sessions for kids. We will have trained staff on site during the drop-in times to assist you. This is now a pre-registered drop-in program and you can register 72 hours in advance of the session you want to attend. A bouldering waiver must be completed to attend the program. Wednesdays | Sept 21 - Dec 14 | 5:45 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. Registered Drop-in $8 | Code: 47221 No session Dec 7 Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
WVL Kids WestView Learning offers full day programs for a wide range of learners. Academic and ADST activities are individualized. Orton Gillingham and Math tutoring is also available. Friday's Writing Classes are open to students ages 10-18 who have a desire to strengthen their writing voice. Creative thinking is fostered through after school community classes.
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Girls Soccer Clinics
U8 - U11 (Born 2012 - 2015) Girls are invited to participate in clinics that will develop soccer skills, knowledge, and confidence. Skills will be taught in a female-friendly environment with a focus on fun and encouragement. New and returning players are warmly welcomed. Skills will include dribbling, passing, shooting, defending, and positioning. Monday/Tuesday | Aug 29 - 30 | 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 2/FREE | Code: 44075 Instructor: Norah O’Reilly-Ryan KPRC - Sports Fields Saturday | Sept 10 | 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 1/FREE | Code: 44076 Instructor: Norah O’Reilly-Ryan KPRC - Sports Fields
BC Grassroots Rugby Foundation Pop Up & Play
Ages 5 - 12 Join BC Grassroots Rugby Foundation for this fun introduction to rugby. Each session will consist of skillbuilding, movement development, and scrimmages. Rugby is one of the fastest growing sports in Canada and is a great way for kids to develop confidence, discipline, and fitness. Program will be non-contact and registration fee includes a t-shirt. Fridays | Sept 16 - Nov 4 | 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Ages 5 - 6 | Seeds | 8/$48 | Code: 47949 Ages 7 - 8 | Sprouts | 8/$48 | Code: 47950 Ages 9 - 12 | Saplings | 8/$48 | Code: 47951 Instructor: Clay Panga KPRC - Sports Fields
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Ages 6 - 12 Learn how to shred all of the gnar with these skateboard lessons meant for beginner to novice skateboarders. The lessons will be led by a qualified instructor from BOLD Skate, and will include individual assessments; setting goals and working towards accomplishing those goals; and one-on-one instruction. Participants will learn their stance, basic foot placement, how to get moving, how to fall safely, how to control their boards, and maybe a few tricks too. Helmets are mandatory and additional safety gear is recommended. Don’t miss out on this awesome opportunity to get shredding! Mondays | Sept 12 - Oct 3 | 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 4/$75 | Code: 47842 Instructor: Carla Hyslop Duncan X-treme Skate Park
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Kerry Park Youth Soccer League
Ages 5 - 10 | Under 6 - 11 This soccer league is focused on developing skills, teamwork, and having fun. Coaches will be encouraging fair play, fair time, and educating children on the rules and respect of the game. Games will be played on Saturdays at the Kerry Park Sports Fields. Weekly practices will be arranged by individual coaches on Mondays, Tuesdays, or Wednesdays for ages U7 - U11. Practices will be held at the Kerry Park fields during the fall and in South End gymnasiums during the winter. Kerry Park Youth Soccer League is only possible through the time and generosity of our volunteer coaches. Please contact darcy.kulai@cvrd.bc.ca to learn how you can get involved. U6 Co-ed | Born 2017 Fall 2022 | Sept 17 - Nov 19 1 Season $60 | Code: 44014 $70 after Aug 30
Winter 2023 | Jan 21 - Mar 11 1 Season $48 | Code: 44025 $58 after Jan 10
U7 - U11 | Born 2012 - 2016 Full Year | Sept 17 - Dec 3 and Jan 21 - Mar 11 20 Weeks $130 | $145 after Aug 30 Age Groups: U7 Co-ed U8 Boys U9 Boys U8/9 Girls U10/11 Girls U10/11 Boys
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Registration Deadline: Tuesday, Aug 30 (Jan 10, 2023 for Winter U6) U7 - U11 save $20 per sibling after first child is registered at full price U6 save $10 Refund Policy Withdrawals must take place a minimum of one week prior to the season start date to receive a full refund. Prorated refunds for late withdrawal requests will be given only up until October 19. No refunds will be given after October 19, unless we are able to fill your space with a waitlisted participant. All withdrawals are subject to a $5 administration fee. Please note that weather conditions for winter soccer can be unpredictable. Cancellations may occur due to conditions such as frozen playing surfaces, standing water and other field conditions that may increase the risk of injury to players or damage to fields. No refunds will be given for cancellations due to weather and fields conditions. Thank you to our generous sponsors: Arbutus Ridge Golf Club, Brentwood College School, Bridgemans Bistro, Cowichan Athletic Sales, Cowichan Eyecare, Cowichan Valley Running, Darren Meiner Real Estate, G. Doran & Sons Plumbing & Heating, Drillwell Enterprises, Fisher Road Recycling, Forever Photography, Great Greens Farm Market, Isherwood Body & Fender, Malahat Lions Club, Mill Bay Paint & Hardware, Pharmasave, Shawnigan Lake School, Summit Mechanical Systems, Thrifty Foods, Tim Hortons, Tousaw Holding Corporation, Valley Health & Fitness, Volume One Bookstore, and World Cup Soccer Camp.
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Ages 6 - 9 Tuesdays | Sept 13 - Oct 11 | 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 5/$55 | Code: 47682 Instructor: Alex Dodd Maple Bay Tennis Courts
Thursdays | 3:15 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Sept 22 - Oct 20 | 5/$50 | Code: 47130 Nov 3 - Dec 8 | 5/$50 | Code: 47131 Instructor: Sadie Bartram No session Nov 17 Cowichan Community Centre
Ages 6 - 14 Learn the basics of tennis, ground strokes, volleying, the service return, as well as strategies for the game play and keeping score. The emphasis is on fun. Tennis racquets are available or you can bring your own. This course is offered outside so programming will be weather permitting. Make up session may be offered for rainy weather alternatives.
Ages 10 - 14 Tuesdays | Sept 13 - Oct 11 | 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 5/$55 | Code: 47683 Instructor: Alex Dodd Maple Bay Tennis Courts
Tennis
Ages 8 - 14 In this beginner program, players will learn to serve, rally, play points, and have fun! We will use modified equipment and red and green dot balls to make learning easier, faster, and more enjoyable. Racquets and balls are provided. Ages 8 - 10 Mondays | Sept 19 - Nov 14 | 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. 8/$200 | Code: 47939 Instructor: Art Hobbs No session Oct 10 Arbutus Ridge Golf Club Ages 11 - 14 Mondays | Sept 19 - Nov 14 | 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. 8/$200 | Code: 47941 Instructor: Art Hobbs No session Oct 10 Arbutus Ridge Golf Club
Girls Lacrosse
Ages 9 - 15 This program is a great opportunity for female players who are looking for an introduction to lacrosse or wanting to improve their skills and techniques. Please bring clean runners and a water bottle. Sticks are provided. Tuesdays | Oct 18 - Nov 29 | 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. 6/$48 | Code: 49768 No session Nov 15 Cowichan Community Centre
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Ages 7 - 10 This class introduces children to yoga in a fun, creative environment through playful movement, games, stories, mindfulness activities and more. Through yoga, children develop motor skills, balance, coordination, concentration, focus, relaxation and self-awareness.
Youth Yoga with Kim
Ages 11 - 16 Yoga is a great addition to your child’s sport. Stress? Tight muscles? No flexibility? We work on flexibility, mobility and strength. In this class we will learn tools that your child will keep for a lifetime, including meditation, kindness, selfesteem, breathing techniques and lots of fun yoga postures. The Dalai Lama said “if every 8-year-old in the world is taught meditation, we will eliminate violence from the world within one generation.” Tuesdays | Sept 20 - Nov 15 | 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 9/$115 | Code: 46321 Instructor: Kim MacLean Cowichan Community Centre
Esso Fun Day Female Hockey Try it Event
Ages 9 - 13 Would you like to join a female hockey league? This is your opportunity to give hockey a try and learn more about league registration in your area. All participants receive a free jersey. The following gear is required: CSA-certified hockey helmet with full face shield or cage, BNQ-certified neck guard, hockey gloves, elbow protection, knee protection, skates and hockey stick. If you need to borrow gear please contact us in advance to make arrangements. Prerequisite - Players need to have basic skating ability. This session is sponsored by ESSO. Please register by Aug 29. Wednesday | Aug 31 Off-ice skills | 2:15 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. On-ice skills | 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. FREE | Code: 46003 Kerry Park Recreation Centre
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CHILDREN & YOUTH Street Smart Cycling Skills for Kids
Ages 6 - 12 Do you want to feel more comfortable and safe riding your bike on the road? Learn to become a Street Smart cyclist. The day will include basic bike maintenance, rules of the road, common cycling routes, rider visibility and safety, road positioning, traffic lights, bike set up, bike handling, proper braking, and understanding your gears. Gain confidence through cycling games and have fun. All participants must have a certified biking helmet, full functioning bike and basic riding skills. Bring a snack, water and weather appropriate clothing.
Junior Curling Club
Ages 8+ Talented coaches will work with players to develop key skills and to understand the sport of curling. Curlers are split into appropriate skill groups to help them get the most out of each session. An excellent opportunity to throw a few rocks and learn what curling is all about. Mondays | Oct 17 - Dec 5 | 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. 8/$48 | Code: 48466 KPRC - Curling Rink
Learn to Curl
Ages 13+ Participants are invited to join our talented and welcoming curling coaches to learn more about curling programs and to learn some basic curling skills. We’ll have some fun at the same time! This is a great opportunity for anyone who wants to learn about this sport and is thinking of getting involved. No additional equipment is needed. Lunch is included in registration. Saturday | Oct 1 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 1/$25 | Code: 47637 KPRC - Curling Rink
Welcome to Stick Curling
Ages 13+ In this session, both experienced curlers and newcomers to the sport will become familiar with the use of a delivery stick in curling. This wonderful tool opens a world of opportunity for those that are unsure of their ability to get low on the ice and perform the traditional ‘curling slide’. Lunch is included in registration. Saturday | Oct 15 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 1/$25 | Code: 48449 KPRC - Curling Rink
Ages 6 - 8 Saturday | Sept 17 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 1/$45 | Code: 48372 Instructor: Stephen Pilcher Kerry Park Recreation Centre Ages 9 - 12 Saturday | Sept 17 | 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 1/$45 | Code: 48383 Instructor: Stephen Pilcher Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Youth Mountain Biking
Ages 10 - 14 Ride smoother, safer, and with more control with this program designed to progress young mountain bikers. Riders will learn and practice game changing skills such as body position and balance, braking and gearing techniques, cornering, terrain awareness, and pumping trail. They will also learn how to execute trail maneuvers like hops, drops, and roll downs. Our PMBIA certified coaches’ number one priority is the safety of our students. We teach with a challenge by choice approach and strive to keep the learning fun and engaging! Wednesdays | Sept 14 - Oct 5 | 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. 4/$155 | Code: 47838 Instructors: Nolan Riding Mount Tzouhalem Thursdays | Sept 15 - Oct 13 | 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 5/$190 | Code: 47952 Instructors: Nolan Riding Cobble Hill Mountain
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Fit Forever
Fitness Reboot Fitness
This class guides students through a fun and rigorous routine that will get your heart pumping and your body working. Efficient training using simple but challenging intervals, combined with resistance exercises to increase strength and endurance, are incorporated in this class. This 60-minute workout can be performed at all levels of fitness and ability. Fridays | 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Sept 2 - 23 | 4/$40 | Code: 47639 Oct 7 - 28 | 4/$40 | Code: 47640 Nov 4 - 25 | 3/$30 | Code: 47641 Dec 2 - 16 | 3/$30 | Code: 47642 Single Session Booking $12 | Code: 47643 Instructor: Mireille Bedard No session Sept 30, Nov 11 Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Sweat, Stretch & Strength Fitness
These motivating fitness classes will not only increase your stamina and flexibility, but may even leave you with a smile on your face! Class incorporates aerobic movements, balance and strength training, resistance equipment and fun. Class finishes off with relaxing breathing and stretching. Please note this is a pre-registered drop-in program. Wednesdays | 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Sept 7 - 28 | Code: 46828 Oct 5 - 12 | Code: 46829 Nov 9 - 30 | Code: 46830 Dec 7 - 21 | Code: 46831 Single Session Booking $5 No session Oct 19, 26, Nov 2 Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
Fit For Life
Ages 55+ This program is ideal for those who are beginning their exercise journey, as well as for those who wish to maintain and improve their fitness. Classes incorporate low impact exercises with gradual progressions, and modifications for those with limitations and health restrictions. Wednesdays | 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Sept 21 - Nov 16 | 9/$22.50 | Code: 48727 Nov 23 - Dec 28 | 6/$15 | Code: 48728 Instructor: Carolyne Austin CLR - Centennial Upper Hall
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Being more active is good for your physical and emotional health! Join a community of adults aged 55+ for a total body program appropriate for active agers. These fun sessions will increase your flexibility, joint stability, balance, muscular strength and cardiovascular health, while offering movement modifications for any limitations you may have. All the while having friendly fun and enjoying social interaction. Wednesdays | Sept 7 - Dec 21 | 10:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Single Session Booking $5 | Code: 47644 Instructor: Jan Carter No session Oct 19, 29, Nov 2 Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Shine Dance Fitness
SHiNE Dance Fitness™ brings original routines to life using hit music and choreography for all abilities. Rooted in jazz, ballet, and hip hop, this workout gives you a creative outlet to escape from daily stress. Each class includes the perfect balance of cardio and toning to ensure you receive a fullbody workout with real results. SHiNE is a mood-lifting experience that leaves you feeling capable, confident, and connected to a supportive community. Mondays | 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Sept 12 - 26 | 3/$30 | Code: 48426 Oct 3 - 31 | 4/$40 | Code: 48427 Nov 7 - 28 | 4/$40 | Code: 48450 Dec 5 - 19 | 3/$30 | Code: 48451 Single Session Booking $12 | Code: 48453 Instructor: Penny Knudtson No session Oct 10 Kerry Park Recreation Centre Tuesdays | 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Sept 13 - 27 | 3/$30 | Code: 48421 Oct 11 - 25 | 3/$30 | Code: 48423 Nov 1 - 29 | 5/$50 | Code: 48424 Dec 6 - 20 | 3/$30 | Code: 48425 Single Session Booking $12 | Code: 48453 Instructor: Penny Knudtson No session Oct 4 Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Zumba
Zumba takes the “work” out of workout by mixing lowintensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you’ll see why Zumba® Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise. Super effective, super fun! Tuesdays | Sept 27 - Nov 15 | 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 8/$104 | Code: 48048 Instructor: Roslyn Pringle Cowichan Community Centre
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Zumba
Zumba Dance is a Latin inspired dance class, using modern music and easy dance steps that compliment the music. You’ll forget you’re sweating as you sing along. Low and high energy versions will be shown for most music – you pick your level. The class includes a warm-up, a cardio section, some core work and a cool down/stretch. Wednesdays | 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Sept 14 - Oct 19 | 6/$60 | Code: 47392 Oct 26 - Nov 30 | 6/$60 | Code: 47393 Instructor: Ivy Libertad No session Nov 2 Shawnigan Lake Community Centre Thursdays | 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Sept 15 - Oct 20 | 6/$60 | Code: 47394 Oct 27 - Dec 1 | 6/$60 | Code: 47395 Instructor: Ivy Libertad Shawnigan Lake Community Centre Saturdays | 9:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Sept 17 - Oct 22 | 5$50 | Code: 47396 Oct 29 - Dec 3 | 5/$50 | Code: 47397 Instructor: Ivy Libertad No session Oct 15, Nov 26 Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
Chair Yoga
This class is for those who may feel uncomfortable getting up and down on the mat. If you feel a little unsteady on your feet and don’t want to participate in traditional yoga classes, chair yoga is a great alternative. Benefits may include increased flexibility, mobility, and joint strength through a series of gentle yoga poses while sitting or using the support of a chair. These therapeutic classes are tailored towards small groups, using the evidence-based principles and practices of yoga to support well-being. This shared common experience can lead to a sense of intimacy and safety within the group. The pace of class is slow and relaxing. Thursdays | Sept 1 - Dec 15 | 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Single Session Booking $9 | Code: 47834 Instructor: Trudy O’Hearn Talbot No session Sept 8 Kerry Park Recreation Centre Tuesdays | Sept 27 - Nov 15 | 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. 6/$96 | Code: 48340 Instructor: Trudy O’Hearn Talbot Cowichan Community Centre
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Hatha Yoga
Whether you want to get in better shape or simply stretch tight muscles, this class will help. Some benefits include increased core strength and flexibility, toned internal organs, greater awareness of the body and mind, reduced stress and tension, improved breath control, and a quiet mind. This class is beginner friendly. Mondays | 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Sept 12 - Oct 24 | 6/$60 | Code: 46974 Nov 7 - Dec 12 | 5/$50 | Code: 46975 Instructor: Sheri Glenwright No session Dec 5 Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
Rise & Shine Vinyasa Yoga
Greet the day with this energizing hatha yoga flow designed to help improve strength, flexibility, mobility and balance. Each class will focus on matching breath to movement and will guide you toward bringing more of your awareness back into your body. All classes will end with a wind-down and relaxation so you can absorb the nutrients of your practice and make the most of your day. Be prepared to sweat and find your edge. This class is for all levels. Please bring your own equipment. Please contact Programmer for a free trial class. Fridays | 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Sept 2 - 23 | 4/$40 | Code: 47386 Oct 7 - 28 | 4/$40 | Code: 47387 Nov 4 - 25 | 2/$20 | Code: 47388 Dec 2 - 23 | 4/$40 | Code: 47389 Single Session Booking $12 | Code: 47390 Instructor: Tamu Miles No session Sept 30, Nov 11 & 18 Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Afternoon Wind-Down Yoga Flow
Let go of the day and tune back in to the natural rhythm of your breath. This gentle hatha yoga flow is designed to help strengthen and stretch tired and tense muscles, open the tight and closed places in the body, and offer your heart and mind the space and time to drop back in to your own here and now. Focus will be on mindful movement and tuning in to the breath. This class is for all levels. Please bring your own equipment. Please contact Programmer for a free trial class. Tuesdays | 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sept 6 - 27 | 4/$40 | Code: 47372 Oct 4 - 25 | 4/$40 | Code: 47375 Nov 1 - 29 | 5/$50 | Code: 47376 Dec 6 - 20 | 3/$30 | Code: 47377 Single Session Booking $12 | Code: 47385 Instructor: Tamu Miles Kerry Park Recreation Centre
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Relax & Revive, Restorative Yoga
This mindful, gentle, slow practice uses restorative asanas (poses), breathwork, meditation and mantra to calm your mind and nervous system, soften and open the body, and release tension. You will feel renewed and refreshed afterwards, hopefully taking a more equanimous, balanced approach to your day. This class is great for beginners, those with health challenges, and anyone wanting to be more proactive in managing stress and the challenges of daily life. Mondays | 4:45 p.m. - 5:45 p.m. Sept 12 - 26 | 3/$30 | Code: 48080 Oct 3 - 31 | 4/$40 | Code: 48081 Nov 7 - 28 | 4/$40 | Code: 48082 Dec 5 - 19 | 3/$30 | Code: 48083 Single Session Booking $12 | Code: 48084 Instructor: Jennifer Heinrichs No session Oct 10 Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Somatic Yoga
Students will learn to relax the nervous and muscular systems by doing slow movements. We will start laying down with somatics, progress to accessible standing yoga and finish laying down to enhance relaxation. Please bring a small pillow and dress in layers. Tuesdays | 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Sept 20 - Oct 25 | 6/$96 | Code: 48526 Nov 1 - Dec 6 | 6/$96 | Code: 48527 Instructor: Violet Reynolds Cowichan Community Centre Thursdays | Oct 20 - Nov 24 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 6/$96 | Code: 48199 Instructor: Violet Reynolds Cowichan Community Centre
Yoga with Kim
In this all-levels flow class, we will be using our breath to mindfully flow through our practice, connecting mind, body and spirit. Please bring your own mat and any props you require for practice. Wednesdays | Sept 14 - Nov 16 | 9:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. 10/$140 | Code: 47133 Instructor: Kim MacLean Cowichan Community Centre Thursdays | Sept 15 - Nov 17 | 5:30 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. 10/$140 | Code: 47132 Instructor: Kim MacLean Cowichan Community Centre
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Somatic Yoga & You: Awake, Aware, Alive
Somatic yoga is an approach to yoga that focuses on awareness of the body and one's thoughts and feelings about it; the essence of somatic yoga is to pay attention to and feel your body. When you really pay attention, listen, and feel, you transform your experience of pain, energy and wholeness into a more unified and manageable state. This approach is very personal, and transformative. This class is great for those with health challenges, and anyone wanting to be more engaged and objective in navigating the rapidly changing world we live in, and their personal experiences of life. Wednesdays | 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Oct 5 - 26 | 4/$40 | Code: 49383 Nov 2 - 30 | 5/$50 | Code: 49385 Dec 14 - 21 | 2/$20 | Code: 49391 Instructor: Jennifer Heinrichs Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
Health & Wellness
The Healthy Gut
You are invited to attend an incredibly exciting interactive workshop on the gut health! This workshop is intended for every adult who is truly interested in their own health and wants to understand how to improve the functioning of your own body, especially the immune, central nervous and gastrointestinal systems. Over the last few years the issues of gut biome (the microbiome) have been emerging as perhaps the most important to human health and also the least known aspect of our life! The bacterial ecosystem in the gut is responsible for our own health including immune system, digestion, allergies, ADHD, mental health and more. The workshop participants will not only learn about the healthy gut, but also develop practical working knowledge about how to have a healthy gut biome for the health of their body, mind and spirit! Let’s dive in for an exciting adventure into perhaps the least known part of the human body and have incredible fun! Saturday | Oct 1 | 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 1/$45 | Code: 48202 Instructor: Christina Benishin, PhD, Certified Holistic Health and Wellness Coach Cowichan Community Centre
Post Pandemic Reset
The pandemic generated a lot of stress and anxiety due to the potential and actual negative impact on our lives. This session uses hypnotherapy and guided meditation techniques to put these negative feelings behind you. Create calm and peaceful feelings and learn how to achieve this state on your own. This class includes a Post Pandemic Reset discussion and a 45-minute meditation session to demonstrate these techniques. Tuesday | Oct 18 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 1/$35 | Code: 48139 Instructor: Allan Curtis Cowichan Community Centre
Release Stress & Anxiety
Stress and anxiety can cause long lasting negative impacts on our lives. This session uses hypnotherapy and guided meditation techniques to create calm and peaceful feelings. Learn how to achieve this state on your own using selfhypnosis techniques. This class includes an introduction to stress release and a 45-minute meditation session to demonstrate these techniques. Tuesday | Nov 8 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 1/$35 | Code: 48137 Instructor: Allan Curtis Cowichan Community Centre
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Reclaim Your Health by Living a Healthy Lifestyle
Effective Ways to Combat Stress and Anxiety and Enjoy Life!
Saturday | Oct 15 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 1/$49 | Code: 48201 Instructors: Paul Zakrzewski, MD, PhD, Family Physician (Retired) & Dr. Christina Benishin, PhD, Certified Holistic Health and Wellness Coach Cowichan Community Centre
Saturday | Oct 29 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 1/$49 | Code: 48204 Instructor: Paul Zakrzewski, MD, PhD, Family Physician (Retired) Cowichan Community Centre
This interactive workshop is intended for adults who wish to become more agile, better nourished, more energetic and successfully lose 10 or more pounds of unwanted body weight. Each participant will be guided to make an accurate assessment of their own health and present level of wellbeing. The instructor will assist participants in determining the optimum ways of reaching their improved wellness goals and how to make a step-by-step approach to reach these new goals (e.g., how to lose and keep off the first ten pounds, reduce body inflammation, improve sleep or feel more energetic). Study cases will be discussed to address situations in which behavioral lifestyle changes resulted in health and wellbeing improvements. Each participant should leave the workshop with a set of customized lifestyle modifications and action steps needed to reach desired health and wellness goals.
How to Age Gracefully & Enjoy Life!
Time moves us in only one direction - away from youth and excellent health. This workshop is intended for all people who are keen on finding out how to turn the aging process into an acceptable and comfortable pathway towards improved wellness, increased wellbeing and life with purpose and joy! The instructor will present the aging process through a holistic lens and outline a stress-free smart way to age gracefully by optimizing lifestyle. You will learn ways to get more energy, lift up your mood and be in good spirits and to fall in love with these benefits. The key words of attitude, mindset, support system, love and companionship are shown to make magic along our journey! Have fun and learn how to age with grace and love it! Saturday | Oct 22 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 1/$49 | Code: 48203 Instructor: Paul Zakrzewski, MD, PhD, Family Physician (Retired) Cowichan Community Centre
Online Registration:
This interactive workshop on stress and anxiety teaches participants how stress is perceived by humans and how stress affects our physical and mental health. Upon familiarization with the symptoms of stress and anxiety, a natural body response to anticipated events and threats is presented for both healthy and maladaptive coping mechanisms. Most of the workshop is devoted to practical (hands-on) management of stress and its effects on the body, mind and spirit. Numerous techniques of stress relief (including mindfulness techniques through breathing exercises, grounding, meditation, guided imagery, yoga and music) are taught. The best working tips on lifestyle changes to promote stress reduction and to create stressrelieving and stress-avoiding new habits are explained, along with instructions on how to implement them in everyday life!
Practical Concepts of Self-care and their Benefits
Proper self-care is essential for a healthy, enjoyable and fulfilling life, yet very few people practice self-care! This workshop is intended for those individuals who spend a lot of time fulfilling the needs of other people (family, friends) and in the process lose balance in their own life-work and forget about their own needs! Come learn and soon enjoy benefits of caring for you, for your own body, mind and spirit. This workshop outlines necessary step-by-step changes to implement self-care rules for improvement of body health, enhancing own appearance and energy, regaining a calm and relaxed mind and uplifting your spirit. The workshop will give you tools to become more confident, have more time, look better, have a clear and uncluttered mind, high spirits and enjoy a fulfilling and purposeful life. It is never too late to start caring about yourself! Saturday | Nov 26 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 1/$49 | Code: 48205 Instructor: Paul Zakrzewski, MD, PhD, Family Physician (Retired) Cowichan Community Centre
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Introduction to Jive (East Coast Swing)
Dance Social Ballroom Dance Level 1
Join this introductory level dance class that will explore the world of modern ballroom, Latin and swing couple dancing. This is a fun and social activity in a friendly and relaxed environment and a great way to incorporate some moderate exercise. Please sign up with a partner. Thursdays | Sept 22 - Nov 24 | 7:00 p.m. - 7:55 p.m. 10/$126 | Code: 48091 Instructor: E & R Ballroom Dance Cowichan Community Centre
Social Ballroom Dance Level 2
This class is designed for those who have completed our Social Ballroom Dance Level 1 (or equivalent). The focus is on the introduction of new Level 2 material, along with the relevant technique necessary to enable you to look and feel your best on the dance floor. Please sign up with a partner. Thursdays | Sept 22 - Nov 24 | 8:05 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. 10/$126 | Code: 48090 Instructor: E & R Ballroom Dance Cowichan Community Centre
Social Ballroom Dance Level 3
This is the next step up after completion of Level 2. The main focus is the introduction of new Level 3 material. We will also continue to focus on technique to improve the overall quality and enjoyment of your dancing. Please sign up with a partner. Tuesdays | Sept 20 - Nov 22 | 7:00 p.m. - 7:55 p.m. 10/$126 | Code: 48089 Instructor: E & R Ballroom Dance Cowichan Community Centre
Social Ballroom Dance - Pre-Bronze
This class follows the completion of Social Ballroom Dance Level 3. In addition to learning new figures, we will continue to focus on improving the overall quality of our dancing. Samba and quickstep will also be introduced. Please sign up with a partner. Tuesdays | Sept 20 - Nov 22 | 8:05 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. 10/$126 | Code: 48092 Instructor: E & R Ballroom Dance Cowichan Community Centre
It’s been called Jive, Jitterbug, Boogie Woogie, Rock ‘n Roll; by any name, this fun and lively dance is quite possibly the most popular dance ever invented. Please sign up with a partner. Wednesdays | Sept 21 - Oct 26 | 7:00 p.m. - 7:55 p.m. 6/$76 | Code: 47874 Instructor: E & R Ballroom Dance Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Tango
Tango originated in Buenos Aires and has evolved to produce some different variations. The ballroom Tango is the most accessible and practical for social dancers and that’s what we’ll focus on in this class. Intimate, romantic and dramatic. No prior experience necessary. Please sign up with a partner. Wednesdays | Sept 21 - Oct 26 | 8:05 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. 6/$76 | Code: 47872 Instructor: E & R Ballroom Dance Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Intermediate Jive (East Coast Swing)
Participants of this class will advance their knowledge and ability in this fun and popular dance. Get ready to boogie woogie with more advanced moves. Please sign up with a partner. Wednesdays | Nov 2 - Dec 7 | 7:00 p.m. - 7:55 p.m. 6/$76 | Code: 47875 Instructor: E & R Ballroom Dance Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Cha Cha
A fast, fun and flirtatious Latin dance that is always a favourite. Can be danced to not only traditional Latin Cha Cha music but also any modern top 40 with a good dance beat. Great for night clubs, parties, cruises, or any social event where dancing is on the agenda. Please sign up with a partner. Wednesdays | Nov 2 - Dec 7 | 8:05 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. 6/$76 | Code: 47873 Instructor: E & R Ballroom Dance Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Adult Tap Dance
Tap has always been regarded as an inclusive form of dance that welcomes those who are willing to try, and is a great class for exercising the mind and body. All skill levels are welcome in this class. Tap shoes are recommended, but indoor runners can be used. Fridays | Oct 7 - Dec 2 | 11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 8/$104 | Code: 48123 Instructor: Ricki-Lee Allison No session Oct 21 Cowichan Community Centre FALL
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Mesachie Lake Hall
Cowichan Lake Recreation Fall Pickleball Schedule In effect September 6 - December 30 Monday
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Youbou Hall
Honeymoon Bay Hall outdoor courts are available for first come, first served use.
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No sessions on September 30, October 10, November 11, December 25 & 26. Full year and half year Membership renewal fees in effect from time of purchase. Yearly $125/person, 6-month $85/person, Non-members $4/session. Registration is required for Mesachie Hall time slots up to 7 days in advance online. For membership purchases, membership renewals, and registration please call the Cowichan Lake Sports Arena at 250.749.6742 ext. 0. To register online please visit www.reccowichan.ca For general inquiries please email kyle.laberge@cvrd.bc.ca.
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Unless otherwise posted 8:00 a.m. to dusk 9:00 a.m. to dusk
Courts 1 - 4: Reservable online at www.reccowichan.ca; however, if not booked, are open on a first come, first served basis. Prior to playing please check the schedule online to ensure they are not reserved. Courts 5 & 6: Non-reservable and open on a first come, first served basis (other than tournaments and special events). Rental Rates
Reservations: $5 per court Drop-in Use: No charge
2 hour time slots First come, first served
Reservations: reserve courts at www.reccowichan.ca
Sports & Activities Pickleball
Ages 15+ Pickleball is a fun combination of badminton, tennis, and table tennis that continues to grow in popularity. It is played on a badminton-sized court with a light weight paddle and a plastic perforated ball. This enjoyable activity is accessible to a wide range of players and accommodates participants at every fitness level. Tues/Wed/Thurs | Sept 20 - Dec 15 | 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Registered Drop-in $4.25 No session Oct 5, 11, 12 Nov 15, 16, 17 Cowichan Community Centre
General Public / Organized Clubs / User Groups can reserve courts 1 to 4 online up to 7 days in advance. For-Profit Organizations cannot book the facility; please contact the South Cowichan Recreation Programming Department to discuss community offerings.
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Learn to Play Pickleball Lesson
Ages 15+ Pickleball is a fun combination of badminton, tennis, and table tennis that continues to grow in popularity. In this class you will learn the basic rules of the game and the skills to take your game to the next level. Saturday | Sept 24 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 1/$20 | Code: 47829 Instructor: Ken Holman Cowichan Community Centre
Intermediate Pickleball Lesson
Ages 15+ This intermediate program will build on the starter skills learned in our Learn to Play Pickleball lessons by offering more advanced instruction. Registration is also open to those who have not completed Learn to Play, but basic skills and game knowledge are required. Saturday | Oct 1 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 1/$20 | Code: 47831 Instructor: Ken Holman Cowichan Community Centre
Duncan Dazzle Pickleball Tournament
Ages 19+ The Cowichan Community Centre is excited to host our annual Duncan Dazzle again this year! The object of this doubles tournament is to promote Pickleball at all levels and to showcase this wonderful sport. A maximum of 48 entries will be allowed. Event includes lunch and a beverage. Player registration will take place 8:45 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. with game play starting at 9:30 a.m. Registration deadline is Monday, Nov 10. Saturday | Nov 12 | 8:45 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Female Group | 1/$25 | Code: 47813 Male Group | 1/$25 | Code: 47823 Cowichan Community Centre
Volleyball
Ages 15+ Here’s an opportunity for recreational players to have a little friendly competition. All levels and knowledge of the game are welcome. Space is limited so be sure to arrive early! Wednesdays | Sept 14 - Dec 14 | 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Registered Drop-in $4.25 No session Oct 5, Nov 16 Cowichan Community Centre
Lacrosse
Ages 15+ This recreational non-contact program is for men and women who want to practice their box lacrosse skills through friendly scrimmage games. Come enjoy our national sport! Helmet, stick, gloves, and elbow pads are required. Wednesdays | Sept 14 - Dec 14 | 8:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Registered Drop-in $4.25 No session Oct 5, Nov 16 Cowichan Community Centre
South Cowichan 55+ Give It A Try Day
Ages 55+ Join us for this exciting event where participants ages 55+ will get the opportunity to try a variety of activities and see what they like! Activities will include curling, Pickleball, tennis, chair yoga, and skating. Quality instruction will be provided for all activities. Lunch is included and all participants will receive a fun prize bag! Thursday | Sept 29 | 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 1/$35 | Code: 48455 Kerry Park Recreation Centre
55+ Try it Day
Ages 55+ Join us for this exciting event where participants ages 55+ will get the opportunity to try a variety of activities and see what they like! Activities offered will include Pickleball, table tennis, skating, yoga, and more. Quality instruction will be provided for all activities. Snacks, coffee, and tea will be included in your registration fee. Wednesday | Oct 12 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 1/$15 | Code: 48559 Cowichan Community Centre
Disc Golf Clinic
Interested in learning how to play disc golf? Join our highly skilled instructors for a session of skill building. This course will be focused on how to throw, putt, a review of the different types of golf discs, and rules of play. Thursday | Sept 22 | 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 1/$20 | Code: 49739 Instructor: Hector Diakow Cowichan Station at the HUB Thursday| Oct 20 | 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 1/$20 | Code:49740 Instructor: Hector Diakow Cowichan Station at the HUB
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Ages 17+ Looking to hoop it up this fall? Then come join us for some drop-in scrimmage play. This basketball program is open to anyone ages 17+ looking to get active. Pre-registration is required. Mondays | Sept 12 - Dec 12 | 7:30 p.m. – 9:30p.m. Registered Drop-in $4.25 No session Oct 10 Cowichan Community Centre Thursdays | Sept 29 - Nov 24 | 7:45 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Registered Drop-in $5 | Code: 47722 No session Oct 13 George Bonner Elementary School
Co-ed Drop-in Soccer
Ages 16+ Looking to get in shape and practice your foot work? Get out of the cold and rain and get in to the gym for a good run! Indoor soccer is a great workout, a lot of fun, and is open to all adults looking to play. This program is a pre-registered drop-in program.
Lake to Lake Walk, Marathon & Half Marathon
From Shawnigan Lake to Cowichan Lake, walk or run the full marathon (42.2 km) or half marathon (21.1 km) for the charity of your choice along the Cowichan Valley Trail, an established section of “The Great Trail,” built along a former rail bed. Featured highlights of the route: crossing several historic rail bridges including the Kinsol Trestle, traversing rural Cowichan countryside and experiencing the lush, green canopy of the Cowichan River Provincial Park. The steady, gentle rising grade of the Cowichan Valley Trail from Shawnigan Lake to Cowichan Lake provides a rewarding near-wilderness challenge and experience. Full Marathon Saturday | Sept 10 | 8:00 a.m. start | Code: 43447 Final Registration (Aug 2 - 26) $90 Morning Shuttle Connection $10 | Code: 43894 Afternoon Shuttle Connection $10 | Code: 43896 West Shawnigan Lake Park to Cowichan Lake Sports Arena Half Marathon Saturday | Sept 10 | 8:30 a.m. start | Code: 43441 Final Registration (Aug 2 - 26) $65 Morning Shuttle Connection $7 | Code: 43895 Afternoon Shuttle Connection $7 | Code: 43897 West Shawnigan Lake Park to Glenora Trails Head Park
Tuesdays | Sept 20 - Dec 13 | 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Registered Drop-in $7 | Code: 47207 No session Dec 6 Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
Mountain Biking Foundations for Women
Ages 18+ This fun and challenging program is specifically designed to progress new female riders. The focus will be on introducing the fundamental skills of mountain biking, such as body position, braking and gearing, balance and coordination, ontrail awareness, cornering, and climbing and descending. Wednesdays | Sept 14 - Oct 5 | 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. 4/$165 | Code: 47837 Instructors: Nolan Riding Mount Tzouhalem
CLR - Carpet Bowling
Ages 19+ Carpet bowling offers the social experience of the lawn without a rain jacket or sun visor. Whether you are an experienced pro or a little green behind the ears, you are sure to enjoy yourself. Carpet Bowling membership required to play, half-year and full year available. Monday | Sept 12 - Dec 19 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Membership Required | Code: 49605 CLR Honeymoon Bay Main Hall Wednesday | Sept 14 - Dec 21 | 6:45 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Membership Required | Code: 49607 CLR Honeymoon Bay Main Hall
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Family Curling League
Ages 10+ During these fun and relaxed sessions, talented Curl BC coaches and volunteers will provide instruction and guidance to families that want to learn new skills and practice curling together. Both new and experienced curlers are welcome to join! Thursdays | Oct 20 - Feb 23 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. 17/$102 | Code: 48420 Instructor: Graeme Service No session Dec 22 & 29 KPRC - Curling Rink
Learn to Curl
Ages 13+ Participants are invited to join our talented and welcoming curling coaches to learn more about curling programs and to learn some basic curling skills. We’ll have some fun at the same time! This is a great opportunity for anyone who wants to learn about this sport and is thinking of getting involved. No additional equipment is needed. Lunch is included in registration fees. Saturday | Oct 1 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 1/$25 | Code: 47637 KPRC - Curling Rink
Welcome to Stick Curling
Ages 13+ In this session, both experienced curlers and newcomers to the sport will become familiar with the use of a delivery stick in curling. This wonderful tool opens a world of opportunity for those that are unsure of their ability to get low on the ice and perform the traditional ‘curling slide’. Lunch is included in registration fees. Saturday | Oct 15 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 1/$25 | Code: 48449 KPRC - Curling Rink
Novice Curling League
Talented and experienced curling coaches will work closely with players to grow their skills and knowledge of the wonderful sport of curling. The goal of this program is for curlers to have fun and increase their confidence in the sport. Coaches will be delighted to share information about how to become further involved in the sport.
Certification HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development
Ages 15+ HIGH FIVE® is a highly recognized quality assurance program designed to help ensure that recreation and sport programs are delivered in ways that support the healthy development of children aged 4 to 12. This half-day training will help frontline leaders (i.e. camp leaders, coaches, child care workers) improve the quality of the programs they deliver and gain more confidence, knowledge, and tools when leading children's programs. Course content covers the five Principles of Healthy Child Development and HIGH FIVE® Design Guidelines and how to create environments where children thrive. Successful candidates will receive a HIGH FIVE® certificate. Please pre-register by Oct 11. Friday | Oct 21 | 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. 1/$90 | Code: 48209 Instructor: Sadie Bartram Cowichan Community Centre
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Mondays | Oct 17 - Dec 19 | 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Early Bird Fee $50 | After Sept 30 $60 | Code: 47638 KPRC - Curling Rink COWICHAN VALLEY REGIONAL DISTRICT
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Computers & Technology Through the iPhone Lens
Come and learn how to take amazing photos using your iPhone camera! The first week we will be classroom learning, discovering lighting, composition and other features that will make ‘picture taking’ way more interesting than just point and click! The second week we will actually go to an outside location to put what we’ve learned into practice! You will leave with the confidence to continue capturing those amazing places and moments in life, making memories for a lifetime. iPhone must have iOS 13, 14 or 15 updates. Tuesdays | Oct 4 - 18 | 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 3/$99 | Code: 48193 Instructor: Christine Cretchley WestView Learning, 3248 Cowichan Valley Highway
Intro to Samsung (Android) Phones and Tablets
Learn the basic features of your Samsung (Android) phone/ tablet. Learn how to manage updates, backups, add/ delete apps, find files, add memory, and how to get the most from the built-in communication apps. Have your questions answered! Please bring your own smart phone and/or tablet to class. Fridays | Oct 7 - 21 | 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. 3/$99 | Code: 48195 Instructor: WestView Learning WestView Learning, 3248 Cowichan Valley Highway
Intro to iPhones/iPads
Are you new to the iPhone/iPad or do you just want to learn to manage it better? Learn the basic features of the device: how to manage updates, automate backups, add/ delete apps, and how to get the most from the built-in communication apps. Have your questions answered! Please bring your own iPad and/or iPhone to class. Fridays | Nov 25 - Dec 9 | 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 3/$99 | Code: 48194 Instructor: WestView Learning WestView Learning, 3248 Cowichan Valley Highway
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Intro to Windows 10
Would you like to know how to find your way around Windows 10? Review the basics of using a computer and learn simple tips to managing your Windows 10 system. You can bring a computer to this class or use one of our desktop Windows 10 computers. Fridays | Oct 28 - Nov 18 | 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. 3/$99 | Code: 48197 Instructor: WestView Learning No session Nov 11 WestView Learning, 3248 Cowichan Valley Highway
Apple Computers
Welcome to the world of Mac computers. Learn your way around the Mac as this class explores the operating system, basic computer skills, and built-in communication, photo, and organization apps. You need to bring a computer to this class! Please contact the instructor if you need to borrow a laptop. Fridays | Oct 28 - Nov 18 | 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 3/$99 | Code: 48198 Instructor: WestView Learning No session Nov 11 WestView Learning, 3248 Cowichan Valley Highway
Intro to Windows 11
Would you like to know how to find your way around Windows 11? Review the basics of using a computer and learn simple tips to managing your Windows 11 system. You need to bring a computer to this class! Fridays | Nov 25 - Dec 9 | 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. 3/$99 | Code: 48196 Instructor: WestView Learning WestView Learning, 3248 Cowichan Valley Highway
Mac Creative - iPad/Laptop
Have you got collections of pictures with stories to share? Memories and anecdotes to capture? Or just curious about Apple’s powerful apps? Join us for three afternoons of exploring Apple’s creative apps to help you build powerful ways to share your stories in digital books, presentations and short video snippets. Please download Pages, Keynote, Clips, and iMovie prior to the class. Fridays | Nov 25 - Dec 9 | 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. 3/$99 | Code: 48192 Instructor: WestView Learning WestView Learning, 3248 Cowichan Valley Highway
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Languages Beginner Spanish
This class is based on and geared to short conversations and basic vocabulary to help you communicate when in a Spanish speaking country. Emphasis will be on proper pronunciation and you will learn to use vocabulary and grammar for different situations. Please bring a notebook and a pen. Tuesdays | Oct 11 - Nov 15 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | 6/$80 | Code: 48093 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. | 6/$80 | Code: 48095 Instructor: Miriam Beechey Cowichan Community Centre
Practising Spanish Small Talk
This class is a continuation of Beginner Spanish and geared to short conversations and basic vocabulary to help you to communicate when in a Spanish speaking country. With emphasis on proper pronunciation, you will learn to use vocabulary and grammar for different situations. Please bring a notebook and a pen. Wednesdays | Oct 12 - Nov 16 | 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. 6/$80 | Code: 48094 Instructor: Miriam Beechey Cowichan Community Centre
Culinary Arts Tibetan Cooking
Learn how to cook some delicious Tibetan momos, the dumplings common in Tibetan communities. Traditionally, momos are stuffed with organically sourced ingredients such as free-range meat, and wildly grown vegetables such as chives, mushrooms, green onions, garlic, ginger and herbs. Momos are cooked in various ways including steaming, frying, and boiling, and the different cooking methods create a variety of flavours. In this cooking class, we will be steaming the cutest little round dough wrappers filled with two options: beef-based for meat eaters, or tofubased as a vegan option. We look forward to sharing momos with you! Friday | Dec 2 | 4:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. 1/$55 | Code: 48200 Instructor: Pema Cowichan Community Centre FALL
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Arts & Crafts Quilting
Bring your machine and current project to experience the joys of quilting in a social setting. This drop-in program will give participants a chance to meet new people and share some laughs and ideas. Please bring an extension cord if you have one. Wednesdays | Sept 7 - Dec 29 | 10:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Flexible Registration $5 | Code: 47370 Fridays | Sept 2 - Dec 30 | 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Flexible Registration $5 | Code: 47369 No session Sept 30, Oct 5 & 21, Nov 11, 18, 25 Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Drawing: Yes, You Can
Ages 15+ This class is all about drawing for the non-believers. It is not magic! It is not about talent! Learn about the elements of drawing. These introductory-level drawing classes explore line, shape, shading, and gesture using pencil, charcoal, ink, aquarelles, and a healthy dose of laughter. Wednesdays | Sept 21 - Nov 2 | 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. 7/$88 | Code: 46982 Instructor: Carol Harvey Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
Beginner Acrylic Painting
Tech Tutoring & Classes Computer, Tablet, Phone Register in our small classes or book an individual session to learn more about what your tech can do for you. NEW IN SEPTEMBER: Join us for our 3 Question Apple Meet Up Sessions. OR... perhaps you need assistance figuring out the type of tech that suits your needs. Join a coffee chat or book a session to learn how to compare and choose from all the tech available.
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Tap into your creative side and join our instructor for this fun class where you will learn all about acrylic painting. Participants will learn the basics of this easy and flexible pastime, while producing their own work of art. A supply list will be provided. Mondays | Sept 19 - Oct 17 | 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 4/$75 | Code: 47165 Instructor: Roger Jackson No session Oct 10 Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Beginner Acrylic Painting
Join in the fun and learn about painting materials and how to use them, composition, perspective, colour and more. This popular course is for anyone interested in beginning or exploring acrylic painting. A supply list will be emailed to you. If you already have some acrylic supplies, bring what you have. Thursdays | Sept 22 - Oct 13 | 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. 4/$75 | Code: 47322 Instructor: Roger Jackson Cowichan Community Centre
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Intermediate Watercolour Workshop
Participants will enjoy diving deeper into the captivating colours and techniques of watercolour painting. Join our professional instructor for tips and lessons suitable for those that have started watercolour painting and want to expand their skill set. This workshop will have a short lunch break and it is suggested that you bring a lunch. A supply list will be provided in advance. Saturday | Oct 1 | 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 1/$85 | Code: 48367 Instructor: Cim MacDonald Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Silk Painting Workshop
Enjoy silk as your canvas! Join our talented instructor for a full day of creative fun. Your day will start with an aweinspiring demo and end with your own finished work of art. This workshop is suitable for artists interested in exploring a new medium as well as beginner painters (no need for drawing skills!). Your vivid painting will be a 16” x 16” piece ready to be steamed at home and then framed for display. There is a $20 material fee, payable at time of registration. Saturday | Oct 22 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 1/$75 | Code: 47138 Instructor: Maureen Walker Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Beginner Oil Painting
Participants will learn about oil painting supplies, equipment and techniques. Many aspiring artists believe that oil painting is complicated and requires a myriad of solvents and solutions, but it’s simply not true. You’ll enjoy the flexibility of this medium and the depth of colour that can be achieved. A supply list will be provided in advance. Mondays | Oct 24 - Nov 14 | 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 4/$75 | Code: 47228 Instructor: Roger Jackson Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Introduction to Oil Painting
If you have experience in another medium such as acrylic or water colours and would like to explore oil painting, this course is for you. Learn about materials and how to use them. We won’t use any of the unpleasant solvents that are typically associated with oil painting so if that was a concern about learning this medium, no worries! A supply list will be emailed to you. Thursdays | Oct 27 - Nov 17 | 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 4/$75 | Code: 47323 Instructor: Roger Jackson Cowichan Community Centre
Beginner Painting - Continuing
Aspiring artists that already have some experience with either oil or acrylic will join this class for a focus on perspective, composition and light and shadow. These principles will be applicable to both oil and acrylic, which creates lively discussion and new perspectives in this class for both mediums. A supply list will be provided in advance. Mondays | Nov 21 - Dec 12 | 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 4/$75 | Code: 47229 Instructor: Roger Jackson Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Beautiful Decorative Dotted Wine Glasses
Dotting IS in! Brighten up any evening (or afternoon) with a pair of beautifully acrylic dotted, washable wine glasses. You will be amazed at the design you create. This craft would make an excellent present for the wine lover in your life - but after you see them, you may decide to keep them for yourself. In this class you will learn how to use dotting techniques on glass using acrylic paints. No painting or crafting experience required, we promise! There will be craft kits available for purchase to take home if you decide you want to make two more. Tuesday | Sept 27 | 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. 1/$45 | Code: 48184 Instructor: Island Girls Cowichan Community Centre
Hand Dotted Painted Lanterns
These lanterns incorporate tealight and sand and are a perfect gift for someone else - or you may decide to keep them for yourself after you see your finished lanterns. Don’t let the painting fool you, you will easily paint two mason jars using paper templates. There will be many templates to choose from to suit every sense of style and interest including peace signs, flowers, birds, butterflies, creatures and more. No experience required. Tuesday | Oct 4 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. 1/$42 | Code: 47761 Instructor: Island Girls Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Photo Shoot
In this course you will learn to take award winning photography with any camera, including cell phones. You will improve your skills by learning how to go from taking snap shots to exciting pictures. Please join artist and photographer Cim for this class. Friday | Oct 14 | 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 1/$80 | Code: 48141 Instructor: Cim MacDonald Cowichan Community Centre FALL
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Rustic Solid Wood Sign Boards
These sign boards are spectacular when they are finished. With a hand sanded and stained finish; these 10” x 12” solid wood signs are a great gift to amaze anyone. Participants will pick from over 20 lovely stencils and many colours to create this beautiful wooden sign suitable for indoors and outdoors. Your two instructors will help those with any level of experience create a wonderful piece. Register early as you must select your stencil one week in advance. No craft or painting experience required! Tuesday | Oct 18 | 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. 1/$45 | Code: 48186 Instructors: Island Girls Cowichan Community Centre Tuesday | Dec 1 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. 1/$48 | Code: 47760 Instructor: Island Girls Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Farmhouse Fabric Pumpkins
These fabric pumpkins will create a great fall vignette or enhance your Halloween decor. Thursday | Sept 22 | 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 1/$48 | Code: 48016 Instructor: Connie Smith Kerry Park Recreation Centre Thursday | Sept 22 | 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. 1/$48 | Code: 48017 Instructor: Connie Smith Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Paper Leaf Wreaths
These adorable wreaths can be made in different sizes and colours. They can be used as a door wreath, as part of your table decor with fresh flowers in the center, as napkin rings, and more. You will be provided with all materials. Thursday | Oct 20 | 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 1/$30 | Code: 48153 Instructor: Connie Smith Cowichan Community Centre
Poured Resin Wooden Ornaments
Learn how to work with resin by making two wooden Christmas ornaments. You will need something to lay your ornaments flat in to take home as they take about 72 hours to completely dry. Please wear old clothes or an apron. Wednesday | Nov 16 | 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 1/$35 | Code: 48180 Instructor: Connie Smith Cowichan Community Centre
Adult Writing & Art Connecting Word and Imagery Starts Wednesdays, Oct 5th, 2:30-4:00
Join Joan & Tasha, our resident writer and artist, who will guide participants through an exploration of imagery and words in an relaxing 90 minute weekly class, October through November. Suitable for teens, seniors and all in between. Take a quiet moment, bring your favourite mug and pen, and join in for a series of creative afternoons in the company of new friends. All other supplies will be provided.
Bottle Lanterns with Cork Fairy Lights
This craft is a lot of fun and is suitable for ages 15 and up. You will take home a beautiful bottle with a decal of your choice as well as three small decals to decorate your bottle. There are many decals and colours to choose from so that you can decorate your bottle to your taste. You will need to choose your decals and colours at least one week before the class. These lanterns are great to light up any area in your home, office or patio. The cork fairy lights have replaceable batteries. Tuesday | Nov 22 | 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. 1/$40 | Code: 48187 Instructor: Island Girls Cowichan Community Centre
Online Registration:
To use online registration you will need login information, and a credit card. Please contact your local recreation centre to set up your family’s account. You can access online registration from our website www.cvrd.ca
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These lanterns are a perfect Christmas gift for someone else, or you may decide to keep them for yourself after you’re finished! No experience required. Don’t let the painting fool you, you will easily paint two mason jars using paper templates. There will be many templates to choose from (Christmas themed as well as others). You will finish up the class with two wonderful acrylic dotted mason jars with handles, sand, and a tea-light. Tuesday | Nov 29 | 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. 1/$40 | Code: 48188 Instructor: Island Girls Cowichan Community Centre
Oyster Shell Santas
These painted oyster shells can be used as bottle tags, gift tags or napkin rings. Each student will complete 6 shells. Thursday | Nov 24 | 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 1/$32 | Code: 48019 Instructor: Connie Smith Kerry Park Recreation Centre Thursday | Nov 24 | 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. 1/$32 | Code: 48020 Instructor: Connie Smith Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Glass Art on Tiles
These one-of-a-kind creations add sparkle to your decor vignettes. You will get the opportunity to work with resin. Each student will make 2. Thursday | Dec 1 | 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 1/$37 | Code: 48021 Instructor: Connie Smith Kerry Park Recreation Centre Thursday | Dec 1 | 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. 1/$37 | Code: 48023 Instructor: Connie Smith Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Air Dry Clay Ornaments, Gift Tags
Working with air dry clay can be fun for so many things. This class will give you the opportunity to learn how to work with it and discover the possibilities this medium has to offer. Please bring a cookie sheet to take home your creations to keep them flat until fully dried. You will make several items in this class. Thursday | Dec 8 | 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 1/$30 | Code: 48183 Instructor: Connie Smith Cowichan Community Centre FALL
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Advanced Wilderness Navigation
General Interest Basic Wilderness Survival Course
Come out and join a Search and Rescue (SAR) Manager on the Island in this SAR approved course. This workshop is for anyone who spends time in the wilderness with kids, enjoys adventuring alone or in small groups at any time of the year. This class will teach you the basics of what you need and what you should have with you, what you should do and should not do. We will also cover some intermediate skills in fire and shelter building. You will get some hands-on experience with a variety of survival equipment and learn the pros and cons of common survival items. Though not required, feel free to bring your own survival kit if you have one, as you will learn some handy items to put in it. If you are going to be out in the wilderness for any length of time, be prepared! A Certificate of Completion will be provided. There will be 48-hour wilderness survival kits available for purchase at the end of the class. Saturday | Oct 1 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 1/$48 | Code: 48131 Instructor: Island Girls Cowichan Community Centre
Basic Wilderness Navigation
Come out and learn from a Search and Rescue professional with 30 years experience. This is for the day-hiker, back-country hiker, forager, hunter, fisher, or anyone who spends time in the wilderness off the beaten track. You will learn some basic and intermediate wilderness navigation skills, as well as some tips and hints on “how not to get lost in the woods”. You will also learn map and compass skills with some hands-on practice and the various technology-assisted navigation aids, including GPS, SPOTs, inReach, satellite assisted, and others. We will review and try some of the common cell phone apps that aid in navigation (both online and offline). Learn which ones the Search and Rescue professionals use when they go hiking, and why. A Certificate of Completion will be provided. Please bring a compass if you have one. Sunday | Oct 2 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 1/$48 | Code: 48134 Instructor: Island Girls Cowichan Community Centre
Take your skills to the next level under the direction of a Search and Rescue Professional with over 30 years’ experience as a Search and Rescue Manager. This class is for the day-hiker, forager, hunter, fisher or anyone who spends time in the wilderness off the beaten track. You will learn how to plan and plot routes on a paper and/or digital map while recording tracks and waypoints, as well as how to upload your photos to your trip log. Advanced compass skills will be taught and there will be an outside session to practice those skills, so dress for the weather. Bring your compasses with you. Saturday | Nov 5 | 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 1/$48 | Code: 48069 Instructor: Island Girls Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Advanced Wilderness Survival
This course is taught by a Search and Rescue Manager with over 30 years’ experience. Do you spend time in the wilderness, and have a solid understanding of “survival priorities”, fire starting, shelter building, essential gear, and how to alert search and rescue? In this session you will learn about “enemies of survival” and get hands-on experience with survival equipment. You will learn some advanced survival skills that are specific to Vancouver Island from an experienced SAR professional in a fun environment. This class will start indoors and then move outside for some fire-starting practice as well as hands-on shelter building, so please dress appropriately for the weather. Bring your own fire starter kit to practice with if you want to try it out. Saturday | Nov 26 | 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 1/$48 | Code: 48078 Instructor: Island Girls Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Weather Forecasting, Tides and More for the Outdoor Enthusiasts
Have you ever looked at the weather forecast to help you plan your outdoor activities, only to find in the middle of your ‘adventure’ that the forecast was very wrong? This class is for hikers, kayakers, campers, and anyone who spends time outside. We will review some critical cloud interpretation to determine the short-term weather forecast, and explain when (and why) the forecast by the professionals is less dependable. We will also cover some “local, west coast, micro climate” specific weather situations, how to interpret tide tables for water levels and currents, weather forecast tools, and some of the most popular weather apps for your device. Saturday | Sept 24 | 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. 1/$45 | Code: 48136 Instructor: Island Girls Cowichan Community Centre
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Introduction to Fly-fishing
Our instructor is a well-known outdoor writer and photographer and will lead the class in all the basic aspects of fly-fishing, from equipment to techniques and everything in between. This class usually fills quickly, so register early. A three-hour practical casting day is included immediately after the classroom casting lesson (a Saturday or Sunday, date TBD). Thursdays | Nov 3 - Dec 8 | 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. 6/$150 | Code: 48126 Instructor: Bill Luscombe Cowichan Community Centre
Intro to Backyard Chickens
Once the Island’s first and only egg producing farm to be BC SPCA certified; Flatlander’s Farm is now the first and only egg producing farm to be Certified Animal Welfare Approved by the international labelling program of A Greener World (AGW). Both certifications ensure a high standard of chicken care. As a hands-on small flock owner and egg producer, the owner of Flatlander's Farm will share her knowledge of coop design, roosts, nesting boxes, feed, space, predators, handling, health care, etc. This course is designed for anyone interested in having a small flock of egg-laying chickens that is looking for practical hands-on knowledge of chicken care. Thursday | Oct 13 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. 1/$25 | Code: 48138 Instructor: Flatlander’s Farm Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Acoustic Jam
Ages 19+ Join us in the Cowichan Rocks Curling Lounge, at the Cowichan Lake Sports Arena, every second Tuesday for a jammin' good time! Bring your own instruments or come and sing along. No cover charge. Tuesdays | Sept 13 - June 20 | 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. FREE Sessions | Code: 44577 CLR - Curling Lounge
Beginner Guitar
Join this guitar class for beginners with little or no experience. With regular practice, participants will be able to strum a few songs. Please bring your own guitar. Thursdays | Oct 6 - Nov 10 | 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. 6/$92 | Code: 48191 Instructor: Brian Hicks Cowichan Community Centre
Write Your Personal Memoir
Everyone has a unique story to tell and memoir is the fastest growing form of literature today. Learn where to begin, what experiences to choose, and how to start writing. Turn your personal experiences into a story. Our instructor teaches writing workshops throughout BC. Sunday | Oct 16 | 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 1/$50 | Code: 48189 Instructor: Suzanne Anderson Cowichan Community Centre
How to Publish Your Memoir
If you have written your memoir and want to see it published, this workshop will show you how to turn your memoir into a print book. You will also learn how to publish on several online platforms including Amazon and Kobo. You can get your memoir published even if you do not have a lot of funds. Our instructor is an author and publishing consultant who presents workshops throughout BC. Sunday | Oct 23 | 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 1/$50 | Code: 48190 Instructor: Suzanne Anderson Cowichan Community Centre
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Dog Obedience
Welcome Back Free Bowling
Bring out the best in your dog through this proven training program. Join this class and learn how to better understand your dog and its individual personality. Our instructor, who is the owner of K9 Focus Training Services, has taught group classes for over 25 years on South Vancouver Island. This program is ideal for puppies or mature dogs and will give you the opportunity to get a great start with your dog. In this class, you will learn how to train your dog to understand your commands for useful obedience behaviours. With guidance, you will train your dog to respond to commands for behaviour basics such as walking on leash without pulling, to sit, and lie down and very importantly, to come when called. Other necessities included in this program are gaining good social skills, learning to be comfortable in a group environment, and bark and bite inhibition. The instructor’s experience allows her to focus in on you and your dog’s needs, personalizing training techniques and enabling you to create a rewarding, interactive relationship with your dog. Mondays | 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Sept 12 - Oct 3 | 4/$100 | Code: 46986 Oct 17 - Nov 14 | 4/$100 | Code: 46987 Instructor: Catherine Dunstan No session Oct 31 Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
Dog Obedience
Do you have a new dog or did your dog miss out on training due to COVID? Do you have a new puppy? Are you wanting to build a relationship with them? Come and join us for this Relationship Building 101 class, a different approach to dog training. In this class, you will learn to teach your dog how to learn and how to figure things out on their own. You will be teammates in this give and take class. Your pup will start to learn to trust you. You and your dog will learn the beginning behaviours of “sit, down, stand, come, stay, heel, touch, go to place”, and other beginning behaviours. For more information, contact Jocelyn at tenderpaws.jocelyn@gmail.com. Dogs Ages 5 months & younger Saturdays | Sept 24 - Nov 12 | 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. 8/$387 | Code: 48087 Instructor: Jocelyn Rowe Cowichan Community Centre Dogs Ages 6 months & older Saturdays | Sept 24 - Nov 12 | 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. 8/$387 | Code: 48088 Instructor: Jocelyn Rowe Cowichan Community Centre
All Ages It’s September, the start of a new bowling season and we want to welcome everyone back to bowling with a FREE Friday or Saturday night bowling session. Shoe rentals are also free. No pre-registration necessary, just come on down to Youbou Community Bowling Alley, 8550 Hemlock Street in Youbou. Small concession available in our licenced facility. Minors must leave by 10 p.m. Friday | Sept 16 | 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. FREE Admission & Shoe Rentals | Code: 48142 Youbou Community Bowling Alley Saturday | Sept 17 | 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. FREE Admission & Shoe Rentals | Code: 48150 Youbou Community Bowling Alley
Welcome Back Skate
We invite the community to join us for this FREE skating session. Bring your friends and family out to this special skate, which will feature fun activities, great music, prizes, and a cake! Saturday | Sept 17 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. FREE Admission & Rentals Cowichan Community Centre
Welcome Back Free Skate
All Ages Join us for this everyone welcome free skate. If you need to rent skates please choose this as an extra for $3.50 and pay for it online. Helmets recommended but not supplied. Please call 250.749.6742 ext. 0 if you have any questions. Saturday | Sept 17 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. FREE Admission | Rentals $3.50 | Code: 48079 Cowichan Lake Sports Arena
Cosmic Glow Skates
Time to shine! Wear your brightest neon colours to this Friday night glow in the dark skating session. Friday | Sept 23 | 7:00 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. Regular admission rates apply Kerry Park Recreation Centre Friday | Nov 25 | 7:00 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. Regular admission rates apply Kerry Park Recreation Centre
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EVENTS South Cowichan 55+ Give It A Try Day
Christmas Chaos
Ages 55+ Join us for this exciting event where participants ages 55+ will get the opportunity to try a variety of activities and see what they like! Activities will include curling, Pickleball, tennis, chair yoga, and skating. Quality instruction will be provided for all activities. Lunch is included and all participants will receive a fun prize bag!
The 42nd Annual Christmas Chaos promises to be bigger and better than ever! Once again, 3 different venues will be open for all 4 days, featuring over 120 unique artisans, music, Santa’s workshop, and more. Vendor applications are now available. Interested applicants can pick up a package at the Cowichan Ticket Centre or request an electronic package. For more information or to get on the vendor email list, please email Adrienne.Doneley@cvrd.bc.ca
Thursday | Sept 29 | 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 1/$35 | Code: 48455 Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Thursday | Nov 17 | 12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Friday | Nov 18 | 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Saturday | Nov 19 | 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday | Nov 20 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. FREE Admission Cowichan Community Centre
55+ Try it Day
Join us for this exciting event where participants ages 55+ will get the opportunity to try a variety of activities and see what they like! Activities offered will include Pickleball, table tennis, skating, yoga, and more. Quality instruction will be provided for all activities. Snacks, coffee, and tea will be included in your registration fee. Wednesday | Oct 12 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 1/$15 | Code: 48559 Cowichan Community Centre
Thanksgiving Skate
We invite the community to join us for this $2 skating session. Bring your friends and family out to this special skate, which will feature fun activities and great music. Monday | Oct 10 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. Admission $2 | Rentals $3.25 Cowichan Community Centre
Halloween Haunted House and Skate
Join us for a spooky night of Halloween howls! Wear your costume and go through our haunted house before you step on the ice.
Shawnigan Lake Artisan Christmas Craft Fair
Come get into the holiday spirt. Listen to live Christmas music while you shop or sell. The Shawnigan Lake Craft Fair showcases over 50 tables of creative designs by local crafters and artisans. Come out and enjoy browsing and buying unique gifts for those on your holiday list. Our concession will be open for coffee, sandwiches and snacks. No agents or representatives of companies at this craft fair. Saturday | Nov 26 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 1 Table $35 | Code: 46915 2 Tables $70 | Code: 46916 FREE Admission Shawnigan Lake Community Centre
Youbou Christmas Craft Fair
Rent a table or come out and get a head start on your Christmas shopping at our annual craft fair. See handmade goods, as well as home party show items. Book a table early as this event sells out quickly! Doors open at 8:30 a.m. for set-up. Please specify if your table is handmade only or other. Venue is wheel-chair accessible.
Friday | Oct 28 Session 1 | 6:00 p.m. - 6:50 p.m. | Code: 49232 Session 2 | 7:15 p.m. - 8:05 p.m. | Code: 49233 Pre-registration required | $5/person Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Saturday | Nov 26 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 1 Table $15 | Code: 49603 2 Tables | $15 | Code: 49604 CLR - Youbou Community Hall
Halloween Skate
All Ages Come out and enjoy our annual Winter Wonderland public skate. There will be skating, shinny hockey, hot chocolate, and a visit from Santa himself! Skate rentals are included. The concession will be open and take-home crafts will be available. Skip the line and save time by registering ahead of time online at www.reccowichan.ca or by calling Cowichan Lake Recreation at 250.749.6742 ext. 0.
Throw on your best costume and come join the fun at our Halloween Skate. This special skating session will feature scary music, treats, prizes, and admission is only a toooonie. Saturday | Oct 29 | 1:00 p.m. - 2:20 p.m. Admission $2 | Rentals $3.25 Cowichan Community Centre
Winter Wonderland Public Skates
Friday | Dec 23 | 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Special Event Fees | Code: 48072 Cowichan Lake Sports Arena
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Christmas Family Skate
All Ages The arena will be transformed with lights, trees, and decorations. Bring your family and enjoy the on-ice activities or warm up around the fire. Santa will stop by for a special visit and bring treats for the little ones. Event is open to ‘children’ of all ages. Pre-registration is required beginning Nov 22 at 9:00 a.m. on a first come, first served basis. This event is generously sponsored by: Thrifty Foods Mill Bay and Island Savings Credit Union. Sunday | Dec 11 | FREE Admission | Pre-registration required 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Code: 49235 2:45 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. | Code: 49236 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Code: 49237 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. | Code: 49238 Kerry Park Recreation Centre
Winter Wonderland Skate
All Ages Bring the whole family to this fun, festive-themed skate. Our arena will be filled with lights, decorations, and holiday music. We’ll have arts and crafts for the kids and tons of exciting activities on the ice, including our always popular crazy carpet slide. Sit down and warm up around our on-ice fireplace. Santa Claus will stop by to say hello and give out treats to the little ones. This event is FREE but pre-registration is required. This event is generously sponsored by Tim Hortons. Sunday | Dec 18 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Code: 47983 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. | Code: 47990 FREE Admission | Pre-registration required Registration opens Dec 1 Cowichan Community Centre
New Year’s Eve Family Celebration
Join us again this year as we bring in the New Year, family-style, at the Cowichan Community Centre. Our FREE celebration will have something for the whole family, including face painting, a photo booth, and other new attractions. Our early countdown will take place just before 8:00 p.m., complete with noise makers, prizes, and the always popular balloon drop! Please note: each skating session has limited capacity and will be on a first come, first served basis. Saturday | Dec 31 | 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Skate 1 | 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Code: 48003 Skate 2 | 4:45 p.m. - 5:45 p.m. | Code: 48004 Skate 3 | 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. | Code: 48005 FREE Admission | Pre-registration required Registration opens Dec 1 Cowichan Community Centre
New Year's Eve Family Public Skate
All Ages Bring your family out on New Year's Eve for a great time public skating at Cowichan Lake Sports Arena. Price includes skating, skate rentals, and hot chocolate. Concession will be open. Register online at www.reccowichan.ca. Each person must register separately; to register for Family of 4 rate ($18.50) call Cowichan Lake Recreation at 250.749.6742 ext 0. Saturday | Dec 31 | 3:00 p.m. - 4:50 p.m. Special Event Fees | Code: 48428 CLR - Cowichan Lake Sports Arena
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Elder College Programs Built on a foundation of volunteer presenters, the support of the Cowichan Valley Regional District staff and facility and a dedicated advisory committee, Elder College has provided quality, affordable programs in a friendly and welcoming environment for over 20 years. The small annual membership fee of $10 opens the door to fun, informative offerings for the 50+ community and this fall once more includes classes from the arts to yoga. Today, as member interests have grown and changed, the Committee is excited to share that in 2023, Elder College will begin with a fresh look, a new name and even more of what celebrates being a lifelong learner.
Beginner/Intermediate Guitar
This course will focus on learning the common first position chords with the goal of playing a simple song to start. We will look at some basic theory as it pertains to understanding key signatures and the relevance of what chords go together in songs. Intermediate studies will focus on more advanced theory and some cool tricks on how to spice up your playing. Please bring a playable guitar. Thursdays | Sept 8 - Oct 13 | 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 6/$64 | Code: 48501 Instructor: Brian Hicks Cowichan Community Centre
Love to Sing
Are you tired of singing by yourself? Thurs | Sept 15, Oct 6, Nov 3, Dec 8 | 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 4/$52 | Code: 49601 Instructors: Tina Andersen and Jacquie deJong-Seinen Cowichan Community Centre
Dairy Farm Tour
Visit Vanvalley Farm where you will see cows being milked and fed by robots. The cows are housed in an open barn and have free access to feed, water, milking and sleeping 24 hours a day. The cows at Vanvalley provide all the milk for Cowichan Milk Company. Tuesday | Sept 13 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 1/$14 | Code: 48540 Instructors: Ben & Margie vanBoven 4590 Koksilah Rd, Duncan Thursday | Sept 22 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 1/$14 | Code: 48539 Instructors: Ben & Margie vanBoven 4590 Koksilah Rd, Duncan
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ELDER COLLEGE Beginners' Acrylic Painting
If you would like to start acrylic painting, or have some experience with acrylic and would like to take it further, this course will explore materials, methods and more. Wednesdays | Sept 14 - Oct 5 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 4/$56 | Code: 48502 Instructor: Roger Jackson Cowichan Community Centre
Using Cannabis and Hemp as Medicine This will be an informative discussion on the history and many forms of this ancient medicine. Then the talk will be followed by a question and answer period. Friday | Sept 16 | 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 1/$14 | Code: 48994 Presenter: Karla Rothweiler Cowichan Community Centre
Aging, Wisdom & Spirituality
Join this exploration of aging processes, life review, theories of psycho-social developments and aspirational challenges, while considering careneeds, support agencies, and questions about the meaning and purpose of human life. Tuesdays | Sept 20 - Oct 25 | 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 6/$60 | Code: 48541 Instructor: Harold Rosen Cowichan Community Centre
Cowichan Estuary Nature Trail
Learn about the history of the Cowichan Estuary, its economic, cultural and spiritual importance for First Nations, its ecological functioning, goods and services provided, and threats to its ecological integrity. The trail is 1.4 km long on level terrain and is easy to walk. Tuesday | Sept 20 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 1/$14 | Code: 48504 Leader: Goetz Schuerholz Trailhead at Kiosk Dock Road Thursday | Sept 29 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 1/$14 | Code: 48538 Leader: Goetz Schuerholz Trailhead at Kiosk Dock Road
Real Estate Secrets For 55+
Join Rick for this very informative session on real estate secrets. You will learn the most common timing mistakes seniors make; if you qualify for the $17,500 free grant; the seven first steps you need to know; how real estate fees work; hidden costs when you sell; and the most popular retirement destinations. We will also discuss if your home is worth more or less than tax assessed value and if it is better to pay or defer your property taxes. Thursday | Sept 22 | 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. 1/$14 | Code: 44754 Presenter: Rick Couvelier Cowichan Community Centre
Yoga & Meditation for Seniors
This class offers a combination of gentle stretches, simple yoga postures, yoga breathing techniques, muscle toning and strength building and meditation. Benefits include: improved immune system, fewer joint pains, stronger body and mind and overall well-being and happiness. Mondays | Sept 26 - Oct 31 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. 5/$60 | Code: 48503 Instructor: Saroj Sund No session Oct 10 Cowichan Community Centre
Five Things a Dentist Will Never Tell You
Finding dental care unaffordable today? What can seniors do to keep the teeth they have and avoid high dental costs? Learn five simple things you can do at home to avoid future dental problems – mystery solved. This class conversation invites personal hands-on skill practice, knowledge sharing and success stories with a master dental hygienist. Tuesday | Sept 27 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 1/$14 | Code: 48505 Presenter: Sherry Saunderson Cowichan Community Centre
World Religions: A Comparative Exploration
This series offers an overview of 10 religious traditions: Indigenous, Jewish, Zoroastrian, Hindu, Buddhist, Chinese, Christian, Islamic, Sikh, Baha'i. We will explore eight thematic patterns in each: founders, principles, sources, devotions, authorities, rulers, highpoints, and visions of hope. Wednesdays | Sept 28 - Nov 16 | 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 8/$80 | Code: 48543 Instructor: Harold Rosen Cowichan Community Centre FALL
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Beginner Fly Tying
Students will learn to tie their own fishing ties, including the tools and materials needed. They will come away with a nice selection of flies that catch fish on local lakes, rivers and beaches. A $40 supply fee is payable to the instructors at the first class. Tuesdays | Oct 4 - Nov 22 | 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. 8/$70 | Code: 48506 Instructors: Devina & Ted Brookman Instructors’ Studio, Chemainus
Thinking About Getting a Backup Power Generator?
Are you ready when disaster strikes? Know what generators can do, how to use them safely, what size and fuel type to get, how they are connected, and "dirty" vs. "clean" power. What maintenance, extension cords, and sound mitigation will also be discussed. Interesting PowerPoint presentation and visual aids will be used. Wednesday | Oct 5 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 1/$14 | Code: 48500 Instructor: Dan Nugent Cowichan Community Centre
How Can We All Get Along? Religious, Spiritual & Secular Belief-Groups
In today's world we find a variety of belief-groups, identifiable as religious, spiritual, secular or combinations of these. How can we understand this diversity in realistic, hopeful and practical cooperative ways? Thursdays | Oct 6 - Nov 10 | 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 6/$60 | Code: 48542 Instructor: Harold Rosen Cowichan Community Centre
Make a Spirit Doll
Make a Spirit Doll from twigs and found materials. Supplies will be provided. If you have some charms or other things that you would like to add to your doll please bring them along. Bring a lunch and drinks. Tuesday | Oct 11 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 1/$20 | Code: 48508 Instructor: Sandi Doerksken Cowichan Community Centre
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Post Pandemic Reset
The pandemic generated a lot of stress and anxiety due to the potential and actual negative impact on our lives. This session uses hypnotherapy and guided meditation techniques to put these negative feelings behind you. Create calm and peaceful feelings and learn how to achieve this state on your own. This class includes a Post Pandemic Reset discussion and a 45-minute meditation session to demonstrate these techniques. Tuesday | Oct 11 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 1/$14 | Code: 48510 Instructor: Allan Curtis Cowichan Community Centre
Beginner Ukulele
Learn the basic ukulele chords, including strumming, and the names of strings of the C ukulele. Must provide your own playable ukulele. Saturdays | Oct 15 - 29 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 3/$38 | Code: 48509 Instructor: Al Lawrence Cowichan Community Centre
Spiritual Renaissances: Creative Episodes in World History
What brings about remarkably creative periods in humanity's journey across the ages? Let's take an eagle-eye view of several Golden Ages, including ancient Israel, Persia, Greece, India, China, as well as Christian Europe and Islamic Middle East. Mondays | Oct 17 - Nov 28 | 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 7/$70 | Code: 48544 Instructor: Harold Rosen Cowichan Community Centre
Release Stress & Anxiety
Stress and anxiety can cause long lasting negative impacts on our lives. This session uses hypnotherapy and guided meditation techniques to create calm and peaceful feelings. Learn how to achieve this state on your own using self-hypnosis techniques. This class includes an introduction to stress release and a 45-minute meditation session to demonstrate these techniques. Tuesday | Oct 18 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 1/$14 | Code: 48511 Instructor: Allan Curtis Cowichan Community Centre
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Armchair Travel: Pursuit of Happiness
It is happiness that we can bring to the people we visit in Cuba and Honduras. We can’t feed the world, but we can bring some hope for those we meet. Come journey with me as I show what we have done on these trips. Come feel the spirit we bring and the fun we have. Come listen through words, picture and song what it means for us to be there. Wednesday | Oct 19 | 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 1/$14 | Code: 48517 Presenter: Mary Hof Cowichan Community Centre
Fire Safety
At age 65, older adults are twice as likely to die or be injured by fires compared to the average population. By age 75, that risk increases to three times that of the general population and four times by age 85. Remembering When™ is a workshop centered around 16 key safety messages. Experts developed eight fire prevention and eight fall prevention topics from national and local safety organizations. This informative seminar will provide fire safety information, help prevent injuries, and make a measurable improvement in the health and wellbeing of older adults. Thursday | Oct 20 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 1/$14 | Code: 48575 Instructor: Greg McCrea, Fire Captain Cowichan Community Centre
Zentangle® Beyond-the-Basics Zentangled Triskele Globes
Come and (re)discover the artist within as you create Zentangled Triskele Paper Globes (3 interlocked strips of paper) which become beautiful 3-D Christmas decorations, delightful birthday gifts and fun wall decor. Class prerequisite: “Basic Zentangle®” class. Free “Basic” tangle classes are offered in the Cowichan Library. Tuesday | Oct 25 | 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. 1/$14 | Code: 48515 Instructor: June Maffin Cowichan Community Centre
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Introduction to Fall Fungi
Philosophers of History & Civilization
Wednesday | Oct 26 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 1/$14 | Code: 48525 Leader: Richard Nelson 1720 Baldy Mt Road, Shawnigan Lake
Tuesdays | Nov 1 - Dec 13 | 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 7/$70 | Code: 48545 Instructor: Harold Rosen Cowichan Community Centre
Building Natural Immunity
Carve Christmas Decorations
Mushrooms are astounding in the variety of their characteristics. Some are delicious, others have therapeutic uses and a few are deadly if consumed. Come out to see what the autumn rains coax from the earth.
Join Lorene for a post pandemic reset and learn ways to build natural immunity. Wednesday | Oct 26 | 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 1/$14 | Code: 48513 Instructor: Lorene Benoit Cowichan Community Centre
Using Cannabis and Hemp as Medicine
This will be an informative discussion on the history and many forms of this ancient medicine. Then the talk will be followed by a question and answer period. Friday | Oct 28 | 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 1/$14 | Code: 48512 Presenter: Karla Rothweiler Cowichan Community Centre
Does our human past reveal any overall purpose or direction? What light, if any, do the grand theories cast on our present world? We’ll look at nine culturally diverse philosophers of history for perspective on today and tomorrow.
Make three different hand carved Christmas decorations in this beginner carving class. Please bring a small carving knife, max. blade length 2 cm, and $9 to cover the costs of the blanks. Tuesdays | Nov 1 - 15 | 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. 3/$46 | Code: 48516 Instructor: Rollie Holland Cowichan Community Centre
The Path to a Zero Carbon Solar Powered Home
This session looks at the journey to designing and building a modern home in Cobble Hill that emits zero carbon and is fully solar powered. It includes a discussion of reason, methods and mistakes made along the way. Friday | Nov 4 | 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. 1/$14 | Code: 48521 Presenter: David Slade Cowichan Community Centre
Fighting the Great War Part 1 1914 The Crucible
World War 1 began at a time when economic globalization reigned and Europe's Great Powers actually had very little to fight about. This course explores how the July Crisis brought a continent at peace into war. Thursdays | Nov 17 - Dec 1 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 3/$42 | Code: 48522 Presenter: Chris Comars Cowichan Community Centre
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ELDER COLLEGE Art Appreciation: War & Peace
Human conflict has inspired provocative works of art. The architecture of war memorials, paintings, sculptures, etc. are found near and far. Our discussion-style class will examine if we have learned anything about embracing peace from the great art of the past. Wednesdays | Nov 9 - 16 | 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 2/$24 | Code: 48523 Presenter: Rob MacLean Cowichan Community Centre
Incapacity Planning, Will and Estates and Duties of an Executor
This session will cover the preparation of Powers of Attorney, Representation Agreements and Advance Directive. Duties of an executor on the death of a will-maker and an introduction to applying for Probate or Administration will also be discussed. Wednesdays | Nov 9 - 23 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 3/$40 | Code: 49659 Instructor: Julia Henderson Cowichan Community Centre
Adventures in Home Exchanging
Home exchange programs offer economical travel and adventure opportunities not available by traditional travel. Home exchanges are available all over the world and include simultaneous or nonsimultaneous exchanges or just home hosting. This speaker has enjoyed 24 successful home exchanges during the past 10 years and has interesting anecdotes and photos about the experience. Thursday | Nov 10 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 1/$14 | Code: 48520 Presenter: Bill Low Cowichan Community Centre
Armchair Travel: Myanmar (Burma)
Visit Yangon with its splendid Schwedagon Pagoda, Mandalay and the ancient capital of Bagan with its many stupa ruins. We will also visit villages along the Ayeyarwady River and on Inle Lake with its floating gardens. In the hills above the lake, we will visit the Taunggy market and Kakku, with its mass of more than 2000 stupas. Thursday | Nov 24 | 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 1/$14 | Code: 48518 Presenter: Gwyneth Kingham Cowichan Community Centre
Solar Energy Basics
The group will review residential solar energy production and how it truly works. The items covered will be the equipment necessary to connect your home, the options in terms of mounting the panels and a detailed demonstration of the design, logistics and implementation of a system on a home or property. We also review the BC Hydro net metering program details and how power is accounted for in the system. If you have solar questions, this is where you will find the answers! Friday | Nov 25 | 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 1/$14 | Code: 48519 Instructor: John Weyermars Cowichan Community Centre
Four Simple Steps to Help You Alleviate Neck/Back Pain
Do you suffer from back and neck pain? Learn how to integrate correct spinal posture into your daily routines with 4 simple steps. Martin and Vince will use the KISS principle to show you simple, effective ways to improve your posture and core stability, and assist with controlling your neck/back pain. Wednesday | Nov 30 | 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. 1/$14 | Code: 48514 Instructors: Vince Avery, Physiotherapist & Martin Wardowicz, Kinesiologist Cowichan Community Centre
Armchair Travel: Bus Tour of Europe
Have you ever thought about taking a bus tour of Europe? Follow us on our 31-day bus tour and visit 11 countries. This presentation is taken from the travel diary and includes photos and impressions of the trip, as well as factual information about places to see. Thursday | Dec 1 | 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 1/$14 | Code: 48621 Instructor: Suzanne Anderson Cowichan Community Centre
Our Stories, Our World: Sharing, Writing & Maturing Together What chapters of our lives come into view if we reflect on the decades? Which world events impacted our lives, and how? Can we describe our way of handling major challenges? We will share stories in a disciplined way - oral or written. Mondays | Jan 9 - Feb 13 | 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 6/$60 | Code: 48564 Instructor: Harold Rosen Cowichan Community Centre
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Our dedicated team will take care of every detail and customize menus to personalize your special event. This is a “one-stop shop” for catering and bar services, with multiple venues to choose from.
Our catering and bar services are available for: • Birthday Parties
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• Staff Functions Book our professional catering staff today for a worry-free catering experience with excellent service and quality food.
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COWICHAN LAKE RECREATION
Cowichan Lake Recreation (CLR) Cowichan Lake Sports Arena - Home of Lake Cowichan Kraken Jr. B Team 311 South Shore Road | 250.749.6742 | Press 0 to talk to a person • NHL-sized ice surface, warm viewing area, 8 dressing rooms, • Meeting Room, Multi-Purpose Room, Playschool Room, Concession and catering services, Wi-Fi Cowichan Rocks Curling Rink 311 South Shore Road | 250.749.6742 | Press 0 to talk to a person • 4 sheets of curling ice, concrete slab dry floor (seasonal) • Licensed curling lounge, three-tier viewing, big screen HDTV • Wi-Fi, views of the lake from the patio, catering and bar services Centennial Hall 309 South Shore Road | 250.749.3322 Excellent venue for theatre productions, dances, and weddings • Upper Hall, Lower Hall • Full stage • Professional grade sound system • Commercial kitchen Honeymoon Bay Hall 10022 Park Drive | 250.749.3841 Ideal for sport team retreats, reunions, and family events • Gymnasium with stage • Dining room, commercial kitchen • Portable sound system, Wi-Fi • Park setting, adjacent ball field, close to beaches for swimming Mesachie Lake Hall 9315 South Shore Rd | 250.749.6223 Ideal for sport team retreats, reunions, and family events • Dining room, commercial kitchen • Gymnasium, Stage, Wi-Fi • Park setting, adjacent ball field, close to beaches for swimming Youbou Hall 8550 Hemlock Street | 250.749.6742 Ext. 3900 • Upper Hall, Lower Hall, commercial kitchen • 3,800 sq. ft. gymnasium • Stage • Portable sound system, Wi-Fi Youbou Community Bowling Alley 250.749.6742 Ext. 3901 • Licensed facility with concession • Four beautifully maintained lanes Food and Beverage Services • Book your event with our catering service and enjoy a worry-free dining experience.
COWICHAN COMMUNITY CENTRE
Cowichan Community Centre (CCC) 2687 James Street, Duncan, BC V9L 2X5 Phone: 250.748.7529 | Fax: 250.748.0054 E-mail: tcentre@cvrd.bc.ca | Website: www.cvrd.ca Facility Booking Inquiries | Taylor Knowles Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. | Phone: 250.746.3434 E-mail: taylor.knowles@cvrd.bc.ca Ticket Centre Hours | September 6 - December 18 Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Closed Sunday and Stat Holidays May be open additional hours for Theatre Performances and Events Ice Arena: • Regulation size 200’ x 85’ • 1400 permanent seats (with reserved seating available) • 1000 portable seats • Multiple dressing rooms (including referee’s room) Multi-Purpose Hall: • 120’ x 88’ multi-use hall with two dressing rooms • Sport court flooring, basketball hoops, racquet sport nets • In-house sound system Heritage Hall: • 72’ x 44’ multi-use hall • Flooring designed for gymnastics, dance, and fitness activities • Elevator accessible • Shower facilities • In-house sound system, 12’ permanent wall screen • Attached full service kitchen (available for rent separately or with hall) Meeting Rooms: • 7 meeting rooms • Set-ups include: board room, classroom, lecture style • Seating for 10 - 50 depending on room size and set-up • Wi-Fi (at no additional cost) • Permanent wall screens and chalkboards Studios: • Two studios with mirrored walls • In-house sound system • Professional sprung flooring Ticket Centre: • Program registration and Cowichan Performing Arts Centre ticket sales • BC Transit tickets/passes - Cowichan Valley Transit and Malahat Commuter monthly passes • Ticketing Services • Customer service with a smile! FALL
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KERRY PARK RECREATION CENTRE
Kerry Park Recreation Centre (KPRC) 1035 Shawnigan Mill Bay Road, Box 7, Mill Bay, BC V0R 2P0 Phone: 250.743.5922 | E-mail: kprc@cvrd.bc.ca Website: www.cvrd.ca September 6 - December 18 Monday - Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. | Friday 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Saturday - Sunday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Closed Statutory Holidays Hours subject to change based on facility needs, please monitor the CVRD website and follow us on social media @cvrdrec for up-to-date information.
Ice Arena • Regulation size 200’ x 85’ • Ice surface is available for rental August to March • Dry floor is available April to July • Direct access to outside Denis McLean Room • Size 30’ x 50’ • Features: laminate flooring, sound system, large screen TV, mirrored wall, adjacent to coffee shop and bar. Social Lounge • Size 44’ x 40’ • Space overlooks our curling arena and can be rented for a variety of uses such as meetings, gatherings, or lectures • Features: mounted large screen TV and audio. Our bar and kitchen connect directly to this room. Curling Arena • Size 149’ x 56’ • Features: 4 sheets of ice, available for rental September through March • Dry floor is available April to September • Direct access to outside Sports Fields • 1 youth size and 2 full-size ball diamonds. Includes a multi-purpose field; suitable for soccer, field hockey, or field lacrosse • Features: washrooms, concession, covered picnic shelter, playground, skateboard park, and parking Mill Bay Community League Hall • Size 42’ x 31’ • Features: multi-use hall, kitchen, and a boardroom Shawnigan Hills Field • Features: youth ball field, ¾ regulation multi-sport box, washrooms, and playground Food & Beverage Services • Features: arena and ball field concession, coffee shop, lounge, and catering services for on-site events
SHAWNIGAN LAKE COMMUNITY CENTRE
Shawnigan Lake Community Centre (SLCC) 2804 Shawnigan Lake Road, Box 37, Shawnigan Lake, BC V0R 2W0 Phone: 250.743.1433 | Fax: 250.743.1533 | E-mail: slcc@cvrd.bc.ca Website: www.cvrd.ca September 6 - December 18 Monday - Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. & 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Friday 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. & 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Closed Sundays and Statutory Holidays Hours subject to change based on facility needs, please monitor the CVRD website and follow us on social media @cvrdrec for up-to-date information. Lounge/Round Room • Size 42’ diameter • Features: great acoustics for any live performance, round dance floor, sound system, performance lighting, and a dividing wall to allow for the creation of a large space for big events such as wedding receptions. Multi-Purpose Room • Size 25’ x 21’ • Features: sound system, a mirrored wall, and a dividing wall to allow for the creation of a large space for big events. Dance Studio • Size 25’ x 27’ • Features: mirrors for fitness/dance, and dance bars. Gymnasium • 77’ x 60’ (¾ size gym) • Features: sport court flooring and a bouldering wall. The perfect venue for birthdays, games, and large events. Elsie Miles Annex and Pavilion • 4 classrooms • The field and pavilion alongside the building can be rented for your outdoor event. Kitchen • Our community centre is equipped with the basic kitchen to allow you to store items in the fridge, make coffee, and warm up items in the oven. Childcare Centre • We offer fully-licensed childcare for children ages 3 - 12. • Our friendly and child-oriented employees are highly experienced and qualified. • Our mission is to provide a safe, supportive, and caring environment that incorporates recreation and educational experiences which compliment both the home and school setting.
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COMMUNITY CONTACTS
South Cowichan Contacts Arts, Culture & Heritage
Cherry Point Artists.....................................................250.746.4795 South Cowichan Arts Guild........ hello@cowichansouthartsguild.com Shawnigan Lake Historical Society............................250.743.8675
Community Policing
South Cowichan Community Policing and Advisory Society ........... ................... southcowichancommunitypolicing.ca or 250.929.7222
Curling
Kerry Park Curling Club...................... www.kerryparkcurlingclub.ca Hangover League............................hangoverleague@hotmail.com Monday Senior Mixed............................................gbaird@telus.net Tuesday Ladies................................................ oldpinn@gmail.com Tuesday Men’s Senior Select .......................... kainsley0@shaw.ca Tuesday Mixed....................................... louellette16@hotmail.com Wednesday / Friday Senior Men......................rchaggart@shaw.ca Wednesday Night Men’s........................... gomezz16@hotmail.com Thursday Ladies..........................................cobblehouse@shaw.ca
Dance
Barre None Dance Studio..................................info@bndance.com Cowichan Valley Highland Dance.......cvhda.executive@gmail.com Cowichan Valley International Folk Dancers...djhargrove@shaw.ca Steps Ahead Dance............................... stepsaheadbc@gmail.com Warmland Dance................................ warmlanddance@gmail.com Zumba Gold..........................................................missfitt@shaw.ca
Hockey
Kerry Park Minor Hockey.................... registrar@islanderhockey.ca ....................................................................www.islanderhockey.ca Kerry Park Islanders Jr. B Hockey.................................................... ............................................... islandersjuniorhockey@hotmail.com Mill Bay Recreational Hockey.....................................250.743.9902
Martial Arts
Serenity Tai Chi..........................................................250.743.9088 Valley View Martial Arts.............................................. 250.929.2211
Music
Brenda’s Brats Choir..................................................250.701.1056 Cowichan Valley Youth Choir...................................... 250.597.0114 Duncan Choral Society...............................................250.746.2326 Encore! Women’s Choir..............................................250.715.1568 Sound Advice Music...................................................250.701.1056 Woodruff Music School...............................................250.710.8485
Skating
Kerry Park Skating Club.............................................250.744.9269 .......................................................... www.kerryparkskatingclub.ca
Tennis
Mill Bay Community League Tennis Club...................778.679.7053 South Cowichan Lawn Tennis Club............................250.746.7282
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Other South Cowichan Contacts
Camera Club........................info@cowichanvalleycameraclub.com Carpet Bowlers Mill Bay.............................................250.743.8293 Chess Club............................................. southcowichan@virl.bc.ca Clogging.....................................................................250.722.2953 Malahat Lions Society....... www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/malahat_bc Mill Bay Garden Club.......................... www.millbaygardenclub.com Quilting.......................................................................250.701.0971 Scouts.................................................................... www.viscouts.ca Scouts Canada......................................................... www.scouts.ca Shawnigan Cobble Hill Farmers Institute & Agricultural Society...... ..........................................................schfias.secretary@gmail.com Shawnigan Residents Association............................ www.thesra.ca South Cowichan Chamber of Commerce...................250.743.3566 South Cowichan Rotary Club........ https://portal.clubrunner.ca/694/ Tuesday Bridge Club..................................................250.748.1563 Valley Fish & Game Club....................www.valleyfishandgame.com Warmland Calligraphers...........warmlandcalligraphers@gmail.com Young Seniors Action Group Society..........................250.743.8344
Cowichan Lake Contacts Chamber of Commerce ..................................lcchamber@shaw.ca Community Services...................................................250.749.6822 Cowichan Lake Area Quilters.....................................250.749.1601 Cowichan Lake District 50+ Activity Centre................250.749.6121 Cowichan Lake District Skating Club..........................250.749.6027 Cowichan Lake Lady of the Lake Society...................250.510.1983 Cowichan Lake Library...............................................250.749.3431 Cowichan Lake Lions.................................................250.749.3345 Health Unit..................................................................250.749.6878 Healthy Beginnings.....................................................250.709.3050 Honeymoon Bay Community Society.........................250.749.3579 Hospital Auxiliary........................................................250.749.6647 Kaatza Art Group........................................................250.749.1629 Kaatza Lakeside Players Society..............................250.749. 3025 Lake Bloomers............................................................250.749.4296 Lake Cowichan and District Minor Hockey.................250.745.3810 Lake Cowichan District Minor Baseball Association...250.749.3776 Lake Cowichan Karate...............................................778.220.7039 Lake Cowichan Kinsmen Club....................................250.701.5253 Lake Cowichan Kraken Jr. Hockey Club....................604.836.2010 Lake Cowichan School...............................................250.749.6634 Lisa’s Fit Stop.............................................................250.749.6745 Palsson School...........................................................250.749.6691 Royal Canadian Legion Branch #210.........................250.749.6041 Town of Lake Cowichan..............................................250.749.6681 Visitor Centre..............................................................250.749.3244 Youbou Community Church Society...........................778.429.7100
CLR 250.749.6742 | CCC 250.748.7529 | KPRC 250.743.5922 | SLCC 250.743.1433 | RECCOWICHAN.CA
COMMUNITY CONTACTS
Cowichan Valley Contacts Blood Donor Clinic...................................................1.888.236.6283 Carlson’s School of Dance.........................................250.746.6456 CMS Food Bank Society............................................250.743.5242 Conservation Officer 24-hr Hotline..........................1.877.952.7277 Cowichan Community Policing and Engagement Society ............... ....................................................... ccpesoc.ca or ccpes@shaw.ca Cowichan Green Community......................................250.748.8506 Cowichan Seniors Community Foundation................250.715.6481 Cowichan Seniors Directory.....................www.cowichanseniors.ca Cowichan Valley Arts Council.....................................250.746.1633 Cowichan Valley Basket Society................................250.746.1566 Cowichan Valley Community Policing........................250.701.9145 Cowichan Valley Transit.............................................250.746.9899 Duncan SPCA.............................................................250.746.4646 Girl Guides..................................................................250.748.1052 Hiiye’yu Lelum House of Friendship Society..............250.748.2242 Margaret Moss Health Unit.........................................250.709.3050 Safer Foods Food Safe Training.................................250.746.4154 Volunteer Cowichan....................................................250.748.2133 Wendy’s House Children’s Play and Discovery Centre.................... ..................................................................... 250.748.0321 ext. 226
Cowichan Valley Sports Contacts Ceevacs Running............................................... www.ceevacs.com Cowichan Bowmen Archery Club.... cowichanbowmen@gmail.com Cowichan Capitals Hockey.........................................250.748.9930 Cowichan Cricket Club................................................www.vdca.ca Cowichan Field Hockey......................www.cowichanfieldhockey.ca Cowichan Football................................info@cowichanfootball.com Cowichan Outdoor Volleyball......................................250.732.7154 Cowichan Rugby Club................................................250.746.7513 Cowichan Valley Breakers Swim Club........................250.246.0000 Cowichan Valley Lacrosse................................www.cvtl.goalline.ca Cowichan Valley Minor Hockey Association...............250.246.3906 ..............................................................................cvmha@shaw.ca Cowichan Valley Soccer Association................................................ ..............................................youthregistrar@cowichansoccer.com Cowichan Valley Wrestling Club.................. nzuback@hotmail.com Duncan Curling Club..................................................250.748.9313 Duncan Dive Club.......................................................250.743.9145 Duncan Junior Baseball Association..........................250.748.1755 Duncan Skating Club..........................www.duncanskatingclub.com Duncan Stingrays Swim Team....................................250.710.3278 Fernando Correia School of Karate............................ 250.748.9111 Maple Bay Rowing Club.............................................250.748.2042 Wilderness Kayak Co.................................................250.746.0151 Women’s Flag/Touch Football..................................... info@cwfl.ca
Cowichan Valley Regional District Contacts CVRD Emergency Social Services.............................250.746.2560 CVRD Head Office.....................................................250.746.2500 CVRD Recycling Hotline.............................................250.746.2540 CVRD Sports Tourism........................... www.cvrd.ca/sportstourism
Cowichan Valley Regional District Board of Directors Chair...................................................................... Lori Iannidinardo Vice-Chair..................................................................... Sierra Acton Area A Director - Mill Bay/Malahat.............................Blaise Salmon Area B Director - Shawnigan Lake............................... Sierra Acton Area C Director - Cobble Hill........................................ Mike Wilson Area D Director - Cowichan Bay............................ Lori Iannidinardo Area E Director - Cowichan Station/Sahtlam/Glenora...................... .............................................................................. Alison Nicholson Area F Director - Cowichan Lake South/Skutz Falls....Ian Morrison Area G Director - Saltair/Gulf Islands...........................Lynne Smith Area H Director - North Oyster/Diamond.................. Ben Maartman Area I Director - Youbou/Meade Creek.......................... Klaus Kuhn City of Duncan........................................................Michelle Staples Municipality of North Cowichan...................................... Al Siebring Municipality of North Cowichan........................... Debra Toporowski Municipality of North Cowichan..................................... Kate Marsh Town of Ladysmith........................................................Aaron Stone Town of Lake Cowichan............................................Tim McGonigle
Recreation Facilities Cowichan Aquatic Centre...........................................250.746.7665 ............................................................aquatics@northcowichan.ca Cowichan Community Centre.....................................250.748.7529 ..........................................................................tcentre@cvrd.bc.ca Cowichan Lake Recreation.........................................250.749.6742 ....................................................................... clradmin@cvrd.bc.ca Frank Jameson Community Centre............................250.245.6424 ............................................................................ prc@ladysmith.ca Fuller Lake Arena....................................................... 250.246.3811 .....................................................................ice@northcowichan.ca Kerry Park Recreation Centre....................................250.743.5922 ..............................................................................kprc@cvrd.bc.ca Shawnigan Lake Community Centre..........................250.743.1433 ...............................................................................slcc@cvrd.bc.ca
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NORTH COWICHAN PARKS & RECREATION Cowichan Aquatic Centre & Fuller Lake Arena
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SCHEDULES
LESSONS
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North Cowichan Parks & Recreation www.northcowichan.ca/recreation www.reccowichan.ca Cowichan Aquatic Centre 250.746.7665 - aquatics@northcowichan.ca
Fuller Lake Arena 250.246.3811 - arena@northcowichan.ca
Explore
from Cowichan Valley to Nanaimo on the 70 NCX! Downtown Nanaimo
Transfer Routes: 1, 5, 6, 7, 20, 20A, 25, 30, 40, 50, 78 • Transit Connections to BC Ferries at Departure Bay and VIU • Visit Newcastle Island Provincial Park or Gabriola Island, Nanaimo Museum, The Port Centre & downtown Nanaimo Shopping • Walk to Maffeo Sutton Park and Nanaimo’s Waterfront Walkway
Nanaimo Airport Transfer Route: 78
Transfer Routes: 3, 7X, 36 • Somenos Marsh Outdoor Classroom • Beverly Corners Shopping Centre • Access to Dike trail • Cowichan Aquatic Centre • Cowichan Community Centre and Cowichan Performing Arts Centre • Vancouver Island University Cowichan Campus
Downtown Duncan
Ladysmith
Transfer Routes: 31, 34, 36 • Ladysmith Heritage Walk, Museum, Waterfront Gallery • Walk to Holland Creek Trail or • Trans Canada Trail
Transfer Routes: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 36, 44 • Self Guided Totem Tour • Duncan Farmers’ Market Saturdays year round • Cowichan Valley Museum & Archives
Cowichan Commons
Village Green Mall
Transfer Routes 2, 3, 7x, 36 • Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre, BC Forest Discovery Centre or Cowichan Commons • Walk along the Trans Canada Trail or Friendship trail
bctransit.com 4726
Canada Ave at Beverly
Transfer Routes: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 36, 44, 66 • Walk along the Dike trail • Shopping
Route and map information can be found here
Registration Begins August 22 at 9:00 a.m. Kerry Park Recreation Centre 250.743.5922 Shawnigan Lake Community Centre 250.743.1433 Registration Ongoing: Cowichan Lake Recreation 250.749.6742 Cowichan Community Centre 250.748.7529
For more information visit:
cvrd.ca
@cvrdrec facebook.com/cvrdrec