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Welcome to Esquimalt Parks & Recreation Experience the BEST deal in town with Esquimalt Recreation Passes!

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Admission included to all facilities: swimming, skating, wellness centre,

drop in sports FREE Wellness Centre Orientation Admission to over 40 Drop in Fitness and WaterFit classes per week Admission to Senior’s Drop In Social Activities Monthly payment plan available for 6 month and 1 year passes

PASS & ADMISSION RATES Adult 60+ or Student Youth (13-18yrs) Child (6-12yrs) Preschool Family

(Tax Included)

Single Drop in

Book of 10

Book of 25

1 Month Pass

3 Month Pass

6 Month Pass

1 Year Pass

$5.75

$51.75

$120.75

$58.50

$113.75

$210.00

$350.00

$4.25

$38.25

$89.25

$44.00

$85.50

$157.50

$262.50

$3.00

$27.00

$63.00

$42.50

$84.00

$105.00

$175.00

$2.75

$24.75

$57.75

$26.00

$45.75

$84.75

$141.00

$420.00

$700.00

Free with adult admission $11.50

$103.50

$241.50

$117.00

$227.50

Regional Recreation Pass* 12 Recreation Centres, 1 Pass = Over $2000 Value

$475.00

Current Student ID required. Family living in the same household. Maxiumum of 2 adults and up to 3 children/youth. *Payment plan available. $25.00 non-refundable administrative fee required upon set up (Regional Pass Only).

How to Register 1. Phone in:

using AMEX, MasterCard or VISA to either of our centres • Esquimalt Recreation Centre: 250-412-8500 • Archie Browning Sports Centre: 250-412-8510

2. In Person:

You may pay by cash, cheque, AMEX, MasterCard, VISA, Debit Card or use an Esquimalt Recreation Gift Certificate at the Esquimalt Recreation Centre or Archie Browning Sports Centre. Hours of Operation

• Esquimalt Recreation Centre: 5:30am-10:30pm 7 days/week

• Archie Browning Sports Centre: Monday-Friday: 11:00am-2:00pm; Saturdays/Sundays: 12:30-3:00pm Policies: Refunds/Credits: 1. Refunds/credits will be permitted up to 3 working days prior to the start of programs. / 2. Requests for credit 3 days prior to the start of a program or after a program commences may be made through the appropriate Programmer. Refunds will not be issued. / 3. No credits will be issued after the 2nd class of a program/session. / 4. For Out of School Care, Licensed Preschool and Creative Play programs 30 days written notice for withdrawal is required. / 5. For all camp programs and pro-d days one (1) week notice is required. / 6. NSF Fee: There will be a $20.00 charge on all returned (NSF) payments. / 7. Passes: $5 replacement fee for lost cards. Pass cancellation fee is $29.76.

Regional Pass sales are final. Passes are not transferable.

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Recreation Facility Hours & Contact Esquimalt Recreation Centre

Ph: 250-412-8500

Fax: 250-412-8529 527 Fraser St., V9A 6H6

Hours of Operation:

5:30am-10:30pm 7 days a week Visit www.esquimalt.ca for statutory holiday hours and modified drop in schedules.

Archie Browning Sports Centre Ph: 250-412-8510

Fax: 250-412-8531 1151 Esquimalt Rd., V9A 3N6

Reception Hours:

Reception available during scheduled Esquimalt Recreation Arena Drop In Programs. Please see our website for current schedule.

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Mayor’s Message Welcome to the Fall 2013 edition of our Parks and Recreation Active Living Guide. Please use the guide to find out more about our high quality programs offered this fall.

Fall is a time to start anew and refocus on those things that are important in life.

Whether going back to school, starting a new job, or making other life changes, leisure and fitness helps us through these changes by reducing stress and increasing health and happiness.

Staying on the theme of change, we will be seeing a transformation in the coming months at the Esquimalt Recreation Centre. The atrium and reception area will both be updated and our senior’s room will see an upgrade as well. These changes will provide more room for our recreation programs. Watch for these upgrades this fall, as well as improvements at the Archie Browning Sports Centre.

The recent improvements at Memorial Park – which build on the walkway project completed in our centennial year – will further enhance this central and historic park, which is a designated Heritage Site. Don’t forget that walkway pavers are still available for sale if you wish to honour a friend or family member in this special way. Add to this the regreening efforts by parks department staff along our streets and boulevards – with the financial assistance of a BC Hydro Regreening Grant – and you begin to see the scale of Township infrastructure and beautification efforts.

Speaking of beautification, thank you to everyone who participated in the Bloomin’ Beautiful Home and Garden Contest. The contest is a continuing legacy of our “Esquimalt Shines” centennial home and garden contest, and was a chance for all residents to share in the common effort of beautifying their community. Thanks also to parks staff for their outstanding efforts in organizing the contest.

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When I review all that is happening and has been achieved, I am very proud of our community and of the work of the Parks and Recreation Department.

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On behalf of Council I encourage you to explore our many wonderful parks and take advantage of our upgraded recreation facilities.

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Admission Rates Facility Hours Calendar of Events Holiday Schedules Contacts Municipal Archives Esquimalt Emergency Services Esquimalt Public Library

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Early Childhood

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Preschool School Aged Out of School Care Teen Centre Youth Adult 50+ Fitness Aquatic Fitness

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Arena Programs Curling Programs

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SEPTEMBER

OCTOBER

Labour Day NEW! Seniors Appreciation Day 2 Modified drop in schedules in effect. Visit 1 Join us for a fun celebration with a Hawaiian www.esquimalt.ca/recreation for details. theme! Enjoy music, dance, refreshments &

snacks from the tropics (think pineapple!).

This event is for seniors 50yrs+ and is free. Preand Rides: A Fundraising Event for registration through our front desk is required Celebration of Lights 250-412-8500.

Come and see an amazing display of vintage cars, 42448 Tue Oct 1 1:00-2:30pm FREE hot rods and more! Bring a new, unwrapped toy FREE! Esquimalt Children’s Story for the Santas Anonymous and be entered into Fest a special draw! Go to www.celebrationoflights.ca What’s The Story Esquimalt? Esquimalt Parks for more information.

Car Show and Recreation, together with Kiwanis and the Sat Sept 14 10:00am-2:00pm FREE Greater Victoria Public Library wish to invite Archie Browning Sports Centre you, local families to celebrate the wonder of Pub Night storytelling with your children at the11th Annual Sat Sept 14 5:30pm $20 Esquimalt Children’s Story Fest!

Princess Mary Restaurant Sat Oct 5 11:00am-2:30pm FREE Esquimalt’s Town Square

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FREE! 2nd Annual Cars, Rods

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24-29 Blue Bridge Comedy Fest Thanksgiving Weekend Go to www.bluebridgecomedyfestival.com for 12-14 Modified drop in schedules in details on the Island’s funniest weeekend. effect. Visit www.esquimalt.ca/recreation for 28 Sat

FREE! Coast Capital FREE Swim Sep 28

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Pumpkin Swim 27 Bring your whole family to this fun filled Halloween event. Brave the spooky Halloween

games on the pool deck! At the end of the swim each family may take one pumpkin home to carve for Halloween.

Sun Oct 27 1:00-3:00pm

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calendar FREE! Esquimalt Creative 23 Crafters & Knitters Christmas Sale Find unique, hand-crafted items for your family

and friends during our annual Creative Crafters & Knitters Sale! Our Creative Crafters and our Knitters clubs meet weekly at our Recreation Centre and create items that are for sale for this event. When you purchase from our Christmas Sale and our Centre’s display area you are helping raise money for seniors programming in Esquimalt.

41532 Sat Nov 23 9:00am-1:30pm Free

FREE! Esquimalt Arts & Crafts 30 Society Craft Fair Sat Nov 30 10:00am – 4:00pm Location: Esquimalt Recreation Centre

OCTOBER

Coast Capital FREE Skate 31 FREE! Thu Oct 31 3:00-4:45pm FREE FREE! Halloween Bonfire 31 This is one of Esquimalt’s favourite community events. A huge bonfire plus, a

costume contest for all ages with fabulous prizes donated from local merchants.

Thu Oct 31 6:00-9:00pm FREE Archie Browning Sports Centre – back parking lot

NOVEMBER

Remembrance Day 11 Modified Drop-In Schedules in effect. Visit www.esquimalt.ca/recreation for details.

National Children’s Day 16 Join us in celebration of National Children’s Day, November 16th 10:00am-2:30pm. Activities

will include Kindergym, Face Painting, Crafts, and Science Show from 10:00am-1:00pm followed by a Coast Capital FREE Swim from 12:30-2:30pm!

Bring the whole family for a fun filled day.

Sat Nov 16 10:00am – 2:30pm

Holiday Drive In Movies 21 For detailed event info esquimalt.ca/events

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Nov 21; Dec 5; Dec 19

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FREE! Celebration of Lights 3 This free event is a community celebration supported by volunteers, Esquimalt’s Business

Community and the Township. The event includes a parade, light up and refreshments. For detailed event and volunteer info go to www.celebrationoflights.ca .

Tue Dec 3 6:00–8:00pm Esquimalt Plaza

Lions Skate with Santa Don’t miss this special skate! Santa is Swim with Santa coming to Archie Browning Sports Centre. Join Santa is making a visit to the Esquimalt Santa on the ice for skating, games, and fun. The Lion’s Club of Esquimalt will be providing hot Rec Centre pool! Bring $2 for a photo with Santa and take part in some of the festive games and chocolate and hot dogs for all skaters.

Sat Dec 7 2:30-4:00pm $2 +non perishable food item activities planned.

Sun Dec 22 1:00-3:00pm Senior’s Christmas Lunch – Jan 4 Holiday Schedules Enjoy time with friends, a traditional Modified holiday schedules in effect, turkey dinner and a Christmas carol sing-along.

Pre-registration is required through our front see pages 5-8. Visit www.esquimalt.ca/recreation for details. desk 250-412-8500.

41615 Fri Dec 13 12:00-1:30pm $14/person Songs of the Season Enjoy a relaxing dip in the pool Christmas FREE! Coast Capital FREE Swim Day and listen to some of your favorite Christmas Mon Dec 16 2:00-4:00pm FREE music.

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facilities & parks

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Shaw is providing Free WiFi for the following parks, facilities and fields: Parks: Anderson Park Captain Jacobson Park Esquimalt Gorge Park Lugrin Park Macaulay Point Park Memorial Park Paradise Park Saxe Point Park Town Square West Bay Walkway

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Facilities: Archie Browning Sports Centre Esquimalt Library Esquimalt Municipal Hall Esquimalt Recreation Centre Esquimalt Teen Centre Fields: Bullen Fields Brodeur Field Lampson Fields

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Archie Browning Sports Centre

Amenities: • Hockey arena • Six sheet curling rink (September – March) • Two lounge areas • Meeting room • Large Parking Lot During the dry floor season the curling rink is capable of hosting many events such as: • Conferences • Weddings/Banquets • Merchant fairs The large parking lot in the back has been used for car shows, outdoor markets, fairs and production crews.

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Esquimalt Parks

Esquimalt has over 40 hectares (108 acres) of parkland consisting of sport fields, gardens, playgrounds, and natural areas.

As well, the municipality is blessed with a number of pocket parks along both the Gorge Waterway and the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Esquimalt Parks provide beautiful settings for outdoor weddings; family & corporate picnics; special events and more.

To see a full listing of all the parks you can download the Esquimalt Park Map from www.esquimalt.ca/recreation/parks

Esquimalt Recreation Centre

Amenities: • Fitness centre • Gymnasium • Pool (six lane, 25 meters, lazy river, leisure pool, tots pool, hot tub, sauna, steam room) • Meeting/program rooms • Teen Centre • Lacrosse Box • Kitchen

Bookings

Esquimalt Parks and Recreation has a number of rooms, parks and sports fields for events and programs. Contact Francis Mathieson by email at francis.mathieson@esquimalt.ca or by phone at 250-412-8525 to book a facility.

For more information on facility bookings visit us at www.esquimalt.ca/parksrecreation/facilities 250-412-8500

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“The Smart Workout for Busy People Functional Fitness in a 1/2 hour circuit.”

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The ultimate in flexible training - come in anytime within the blocked hours and leave 1/2 hour later feeling strong and inspired!

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holiday schedule

Hours of Operation ------- Recreation Centre ------Regular Reception Hours:

5:30am – 10:30pm

Holiday Reception Hours Dec 24 & Dec 31

5:30am – 4:00pm

Dec 25 & Jan 1 1:30pm – 4:00pm $3 admission all day!

------- Sports Centre ------Regular Reception Hours:

Mon-Sun 10:00am – 4:00pm

Holiday Reception Hours: Dec 24 & Dec 31 Dec 25 & Jan 1 Dec 26

10:00am – 4:00pm CLOSED 10:30am – 6:30pm

------- Teen Centre ------After School Program

Dec 23-Jan 3

OSC Winter Break Camp

Come and celebrate the winter break with Esquimalt OSC, including swimming, skating, cooking, crafts, games and out trips to local parks. Flexible Registration is available, register just for the days you require. Closed Dec 25/26 and Jan 1, and early closure Dec 24/31 at 4:00pm.

37071 Mon Dec 23-Jan 3 6:30am-6:00pm $38/day

CLOSED

Evening Drop-In

Dec 26 – Jan 2 OPEN (see page 20 for Evening Drop-In times)

Youth Only Friday Nights

(see page 20 for times)

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Drop-In Programs Kindergym & Playgroup Drop-in Programs Parent participation is required. Please call 250-412-8500 after 7am to reserve your spot on the day of program. Cost is $2.75 per child/session. No program on Statutory Holidays.

Monday Stay & Play Child-minding 9:00-10:30am 11:30am-1:00pm 5:00-7:00pm

Kindergym

10:30-11:45am

Tuesday Stay & Play Child-minding 9:00-10:30am 11:30am-1:00pm

Wednesday Stay & Play Child-minding 9:00-10:30am 11:30am-1:00pm 5:00-7:00pm

Active Families 10:30-11:45am Oct 1-Nov 19

Everyone Welcome Playgroup (Birth-5yrs) Join us for drop-in play time including crafts, games and free play with the Kindergym toys. Parents will receive resources and tips on positive parenting, health & safety and much more. Co-sponsored by the Esquimalt Neighbourhood House.

Thu 10:30-11:45am Kindergym for Families (Birth-5yrs) Join us for an exciting morning of exploring with ride on toys, balls, hoops, slides, mats and a Bouncy Castle.

Kindergym & Swim for Families (Birth-5yrs) Enjoy the Saturday 11:00am-12:00pm Kindergym, followed by the 12:00-4:00pm public swim for just $5. Includes parent & child admission to both Kindergym & Public Swim.

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Friday

Stay & Play Child-minding

Stay & Play Child-minding

Everyone Welcome Playgroup

Kindergym

9:00-10:30am 11:30am-1:00pm

10:30-11:45am

Saturday

9:00-10:30am 11:30am-1:00pm

10:30-11:45am

Kindergym

10:00-11:00am 11:00am-12:00pm

Stay & Play Child-minding (3mo-6yrs) Stories, colouring and free play for your child while you take advantage of our programs and exercise facilities. 2 payment options: Swipe Pass $3.00/1.5hrs or Drop-in $3.50/1.5hrs.

Additional child(ren) in the same family receive a 50% discount on 2nd+ child. No program on Stat Holidays.

Active Families (2-5yrs) Parents and children get active together in this fun and energetic program. Play games, sing songs, and learn how you can do these activies at home or the park to burn off that excess energy! This program is in partnership with the Esquimalt Neighbourhood House. Drop-in for $6 once minimum numbers have been met.

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early childhood Creative Arts

Cooking NEW! Kids Favorites made from Scratch (4 yrs+)

NEW! Art Explorers (18mo-4yrs)

Introduce your child to fun activities using art & craft supplies! Each set of classes includes a We’re pleased to introduce a NEW cooking different theme. Your child will create a new instructor this fall! Award-winning food blogger project each week, sample different mediums Amy Bronee will teach your kids how to create and develop a foundation of creative arts skills. tasty dishes and simple food from scratch that Classes do not run on long weekends. Parent they’ll love to eat. Kids will learn how to make participation is required. crispy oven-baked chicken fingers & dip, mac & Exploring Colour & Shapes cheese (not from a box!) and delicious chocolate 41671 Sat Sept 14-Oct 26 9:00-9:30am $30/6 pudding!

Exploring Textures & 3-D 41722 Tue Nov 5 6:00-7:30pm $25 41672 Sat Nov 2-Dec 14 9:00-9:30am $30/6

Get Messy with Art! (18mo-4yrs)

Kids and parents will do some fun & messy art projects together during these classes! Create you own art projects and let us take care of the clean up. Each class offers a new opportunity to develop your creativity while creating unique projects using a variety of materials. Please wear clothes that can get messy. Classes do not run on long weekends.

41860 Sun Sept 15-Oct 27 9:00-9:30am $30/6 41861 Sun Nov 3-Dec 15 9:00-9:30am $30/6

10 Month Program September 2013 – June 2014

CREATIVE PLAY This program will focus on learning through play. Activities include: free play, processoriented art, cooperative games, songs, and stories. Your child will have the opportunity to explore, share ideas and develop new friendships.

Creative Play (3-5yrs) 40834 Mon/Wed $792/10 months 40835 Tue/Thu $864/10 months

Sep 9-Jun 11

9:30-11:30am

Sep 10-Jun 12

9:30-11:30am

Creative Play EnFrancais (4-5yrs)

40836 Fri Sep 13-Jun 13 9:30-11:30am $360/10 months Fees are calculated on $12/class, monthly fees will vary.

Children must be toilet trained and 3 years of age by Dec 31, 2013 in order to register.

CANCELLATION We require 30 days written notice when withdrawing from Creative Play Programs in order to process a refund for the remainder of the year.

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early childhood Dance classes with Allegro Performing Arts We are pleased to offer Thursday and Saturday morning dance classes with Allegro! Kids learn the foundations of various dance styles, taught in a supportive atmosphere by highly qualified staff. Classes do not run on long weekends.

NEW! Tap, Jazz & Creative Movement Combo (3-5yrs)

Explore various dance styles while learning the fundamentals! Wear tap or hard-soled party shoes to class. Action songs, singing, tapping and tumbling will all be included.

41933 Thu Sept 26-Nov 28 10:15-10:45am $49/10 41934 Sat Sept 21-Dec 14 10:15-10:45am $49/10

NEW! Tiny Tutus (3-5yrs)

Dance NEW! Dance Together (1-3yrs)

Enjoy rhythmic play with your preschooler in a fun atmosphere! Explore music & movement while developing natural skills in rhythm and beat. Parent participation required.

41851 Tue Sep 24-Oct 29 9:30-10:00am $48/6 41852 Tue Nov 5 -Dec 10 9:30-10:00am $48/6

Creative Dance for Kids (3-5yrs)

Explore high-energy rhythm and dance! Enjoy dance expressions influenced by Latin, African, Indian, Flamenco and jazz traditions. Develop rhythm, coordination and a joy of dance through movement, song, stories, improvisation and percussion.

41853 Tue Sep 24-Oct 29 10:00-10:30am $48/6 41854 Tue Nov 5-Dec 10 10:00-10:30am $48/6

Dance-nastics (2-5yrs)

These classes are perfect for kids that love music and enjoy rolling and tumbling! Each class includes instruction in basic dance steps (short, repetitive dance sequences) and simple tumbling (summersaults, rolls) with popular kids rock tunes. Kids will explore movement through music while developing skills in rhythm, balance and coordination. Parent participation required for toddler program. Classes do not run on long weekends.

Toddlers (2-3yrs) 41857 Sun Sept 15-Oct 27 9:00-9:30am $36/6 41858 Sun Nov 9-Dec 15 9:00-9:30am $36/6 Preschoolers (3 1/2-5yrs) 41649 Sun Sept 15 – Oct 27 9:30-10:00am $36/6 41650 Sun Nov 9 – Dec 15 9:30-10:00am $36/6

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Learn ballet fundamentals while moving to music with grace and poise. Develop balance, confidence, coordination, a joy of dance and an appreciation for classical music. Family and friends will be invited to a group performance at the end of the term.

41935 Thu Sept 26-Nov 28 10:45-11:15am $49/10 41936 Sat Sept 21-Dec 14 10:45-11:15am $49/10

Tiny Dancers (3-5yrs)

Your little dancer will be gently introduced to basic ballet moves and creative dance techniques in an atmosphere of encouragement and imagination during these fun classes!

41937 Thu Sept 26-Nov 28 11:15-11:45am $49/10 41938 Sat Sept 21-Dec 14 11:15-11:45am $49/10

NEW! Little HipHop-ers (4-5yrs)

Dance to upbeat music while learning the fundamentals of hiphop. These classes are great for little ones that love jumping, tumbling and grooving in a lively environment.

41939 Thu Sept 26-Nov 28 11:45am-12:15pm $49/10

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NEW! Music from Around the World (3-5 yrs)

Active Preschoolers - Soccer (3-5yrs)

Play African drums and Asian pentatonic melodies while exploring music from around the world! These classes are an excellent introduction to musical expression and a foundation for lifelong enjoyment of music. Learn rhythm and improvisation through song and movement while exploring a variety of musical genres.

Classes do not run on long weekends.

42418 Mon Sep 23-Nov 25 5:30-6:00pm $60/8 Instructor: Marcelline Moody (Victoria Conservatory of Music)

Music Together: The Joy of Music (Birth-5yrs)

Music Together is an internationally recognized early childhood music and movement program for children from birth to 5yrs and parents/ caregivers. Through a combination of adult participation, improvisation, music immersion and playful activities, your child’s natural music development is supported and nurtured Come PLAY with Music!! Classes do not run on Oct 12 & Oct 26.

First child registration fee ($150) includes curriculum materials (2 cd’s, songbook & resource guide for new families). Siblings are $95. Siblings up to 9 months at first class may attend session free of charge.

More Info: www.musictogethervictoria.com

Free Demo Classes!

(pre-registration is required) 41960 Fri Sep 20 10:00-10:45am FREE 41959 Sat Sep 14 10:00-10:45am FREE

Flutes Song Collection

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Sep 27-Nov 29 Sep 27-Nov 29 Sep 27-Nov 29 Sep 21-Dec 7 Sep 21-Dec 7

9:00-9:45am 10:00-10:45am 11:00-11:45am 9:15-10:00am 10:15-11:00am

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Our energetic instructor will introduce the fundamentals of soccer in a lively & friendly atmosphere. Focus is on skill development, teamwork and fun.

3-4yrs

42214 Sun Sep 15-Oct 27 11:00-11:30am $36/6 42216 Sun Nov 3-Dec 15 11:00-11:30am $36/6

4-5yrs

42215 Sun Sep 15-Oct 27 11:30am-12:15pm $36/6 42217 Sun Nov 3-Dec 15 11:30am-12:15pm $36/6 *No classes run on long weekends

NEW! Active Families (2-5yrs)

Parents and children get active together in this fun and energetic program. Play games, sing songs, and learn how you can do these activies at home or the park to burn off that excess energy! This program is in partnership with the Esquimalt Neighbourhood House. Drop-in for $6 once minimum numbers have been met.

42468 Tue Oct 1-Nov 19 10:30-11:45am $44/8

Yoga NEW! Yoga Zoo (2-5 Yrs)

The practice of yoga is highly beneficial to all age groups! In this theme based class we will learn poses while having fun with stories and games. Children learn breathing techniques to handle everyday stress. You will be surprised by your little yogini’s, they will bring home and teach you what they’ve learnt!

42212 Mon Sep 16-Oct 28 10:15-11:00am $42/6 42213 Mon Nov 4-Dec 16 10:15-11:00am $42/6 No classes on Stat Holidays

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• • • • • • Esquimalt Preschool • • • • • • 10 Month Licensed

PR SCHOOL September 2013 – June 2014

Allow your child to explore their creativity through an array of exciting activities including free play, arts & crafts, singing & dancing, story time, and so much more.

Our ECE certified staff provide a fun and safe environment for your little one to grow and develop their cognitive, physical, and social skills at their own pace. Join us in the mornings or afternoons, where having fun is rule number one!

Esquimalt Preschool (3-5yrs) 40837 Mon/Wed $1188/10 months 40838 Tue/Thu $1296/10 months

Sep 9-Jun 11

9:00am-12:00pm

Sep 10-Jun 12

9:00am-12:00pm

Fees are calculated on $18/class, monthly fees will vary.

Kinderstart (4-5yrs)

This program will focus on Kindergarten preparation. Children will learn through play, while developing fine & gross motor skills in addition to social skills. This program is designed for children entering kindergarten in September 2014.

40839 M/W/F Sep 9-Jun 13 12:30-2:30pm $1152/10 months Fees are calculated on $12/class, monthly fees will vary.

Children must be toilet trained and 3 years of age by Dec 31, 2013 in order to register.

CANCELLATION: We require 30 days written notice when withdrawing from Preschool Programs in order to process a refund for the remainder of the year.

As a licensed program, Esquimalt Recreation’s 10 Month Preschool follows the standards outlined by the Child Care Licensing Regulation in BC. Our bright, spacious classroom contains an excellent selection of developmentally appropriate toys, books, puzzles, and art supplies.

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school aged Creative Arts NEW! Photography for Kids (8-12 yrs)

Learn how to operate a digital camera! Create bright, clear shots that look amazing! New York Institute of Photography Anny Ruch will share her tips & techniques during these fun classes.

41872 Mon Sep 23-Oct 7 5:15-6:30pm $35/3 Location: Esquimalt Teen Centre

NEW! Art Explorers (5-10yrs)

Enjoy fun activities using art & craft supplies!

Each set of classes includes a different theme so you can continue to learn and grow through this program. Create a new project each week, sample different mediums and develop a foundation of NEW! Kids Favorites made from creative arts skills. Classes do not take place on Scratch (4-9 yrs) We’re pleased to introduce a NEW cooking long weekends. instructor this fall! Award-winning food blogger Sock Monsters and certified home food preserver Amy Bronee 41674 Sat Sep 14-Oct 26 9:45-10:45am $36/6 will teach your kids how to create tasty dishes Creations with Modelling Clay and simple food from scratch that they’ll love 41675 Sat Nov 2-Dec 14 9:45-10:45am $36/6 to eat. Kids will learn how to make crispy ovenbaked chicken fingers & dip, mac & cheese (not Drawing, Storybooks & Comics (5-10yrs) Unleash your imagination with these creative from a box!) and delicious chocolate pudding! drawing & writing classes! Drawing basics such 41722 Tue Nov 5 6:00-7:30pm $25 as proportion, perspective, shape and shadow will be covered; story development skills will NEW! 5 Star Cooking also be included. Create your own story of choice (8-14 yrs) Create meals and desserts that look complicated (comic, storybook, short story, etc) and put your & taste amazing but are actually easy to make! ideas on paper. Each set of classes includes a These classes also include tips & practice on plate different theme. Classes do not take place on presentation plus fancy drinks such as Shirley long weekends.

Cooking

Temples. Bring home leftovers to share.

41917 Wed Nov 6-20 6:00-7:30pm $30/3

NEW! Christmas Baking for Kids (6-14 yrs)

Wizards & Magical Creatures

41646 Sun Sep 15-Oct 27 9:45-10:45am $39/6

Dinosaurs & Cavemen 41647 Sun Nov 3-Dec 15

9:45-10:45am $39/6

Get ready for the holiday season with baking classes! Learn to make cookies, cake and squares with a Christmas-twist while learning to use measuring and baking tools. Bring home leftovers to share with family & friends.

41918 Wed Nov 27-Dec 11 6:00-7:30pm $30/3

Kids Cooking Fun! (6-14yrs)

Great chefs start early! Learn to cook and prepare delicious meals and snacks; join our fun and challenging cooking classes! Classes include a variety of desserts and main courses that kids love, in a fun environment. Bring home leftovers to share.

41643 Wed Sept 25-Oct 30 6:00-7:30pm $60/6

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NEW! Beginner Recorder (5-10 yrs)

Music

Junior (5-9 yrs)

Try this easy-to-learn instrument and learn simple tunes you can play for your friends and family!

Progress to more complex pieces and learn to play in a small group, duet and trio. These classes will give you a foundation in music that can be transferred to other instruments such as piano and guitar. Classes do not run on stat holidays.

42420 Mon Sep 23-Nov 25 6:30-7:00pm $60/8 Instructor: Marcelline Moody (Victoria Conservatory of Music)

Senior (10-14 yrs)

Dance-nastics (6-10yrs)

NEW! Glee Club

Singing, dancing & musical theatre are all part of this exciting new program! Perform to pop hits & musical theatre show stoppers in a fun & lively environment. Invite your family and friends to a performance on the last class. Indulge in your dreams of being a superstar!

41919 Wed Sep 25-Oct 30 5:30-6:00pm $48/6 41920 Wed Nov 6-Dec 11 5:30-6:00pm $48/6

Dance

41921 Wed Sep 25-Oct 30 6:00-6:30pm $48/6 41922 Wed Nov 6-Dec 11 6:00-6:30pm $48/6

These classes are perfect for kids that love music and enjoy high-energy movement! Each class includes instruction in basic dance steps (short, repetitive dance sequences) and simple gymnastics (summersaults, cartwheels, etc) with popular kids rock tunes. Kids will explore movement through music while developing skills in rhythm, balance and coordination. Classes do not run on long weekends.

41652 Sun Sep 15-Oct 27 10:00-10:45am $39/6 41653 Sun Nov 3-Dec 15 10:00-10:45am $39/6

NEW! “Let’s start at the Beginning!”

Choir (7-12 yrs)

Singing in a group can be one of the most powerful and memorable activities from childhood. This beginner choir is a great platform for kids to discover vocal sound and new rhythms while learning Jazz, Pop, Classical and African songs in a supportive group setting.

41923 Wed Sep 25-Oct 30 6:30-7:00pm $48/6 HipHop (6-10yrs) 41924 Wed Nov 6-Dec 10 6:30-7:00pm $48/6 Dance to popular tunes while learning basic hiphop moves. Learn a short choreographed NEW! Intro to Keyboarding (6-8 yrs) Group music classes are an excellent and routine while keeping up with the beat of the affordable way to introduce your child to a new music. instrument. Kids will discover the joy of music 41941 Sat Sep 21-Dec 14 11:45-12:30pm $65/10 in a fun, warm and inviting environment while participating in games, group playing and solos.

Sight reading and ear training skills will both be Acting Out (6-12yrs) taught. Kids must bring their own keyboards Join in the theatrical fun! Actors will explore to class (can be rented from Larsen or Long & drama through improv, drama games, skit McQuade). making, script work, and character development 41925 Wed Sep 25-Oct 30 5:00-5:30pm $59/6 while preparing a play to present for family and 41926 Wed Nov 6-Dec 10 5:00-5:30pm $59/6 friends!

42464 Mon Sep 23-Dec 9 6:00-7:00pm $110/10 NEW! Music from Around the World Location: L’Ecole Victor-Brodeur

Drama

(5-8 yrs)

Play African drums and Asian pentatonic melodies while exploring music from around the world! These classes are an excellent introduction to musical expression and a foundation for lifelong enjoyment of music. Learn rhythm and improvisation through song and movement while exploring a variety of musical gendres.

Classes do not run on long weekends.

42419 Mon Sep 23-Nov 25 6:00-6:30pm $60/8 Instructor: Marcelline Moody (Victoria Conservatory of Music)

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Leadership Home Alone (9yrs+) The H.A.P.P.Y Program (Home Alone Program Preparing Youth) is designed to keep your child safe when they are not with an adult. The topics include: fire and emergency procedures, kitchen safety, meal prep, first aid and calling 911.

Personal safety regarding telephone and internet safety, and the potential danger of strangers are also covered. Military Discount 10%.

42462 Sat Oct 5 1:00-4:00pm $30 42463 Sat Nov 16 1:00-4:00pm $30 Instructor: Kathy Lee

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Sports Active Kids - Soccer (6-10yrs)

Our energetic instructor will introduce the fundamentals of soccer in a lively & friendly atmosphere. The focus of this program is on skill development, teamwork, and fun.

41915 Wed Sep 18-Oct 30 5:00-5:45pm $45.50/7 41916 Wed Nov 6-Dec 18 5:00-5:45pm $45.50/7

Junior Tennis (6-12yrs)

An introduction to the sport of tennis including rules, scoring and etiquette. Get your child ready to hit the courts. This course is run indoors and running shoes are required.

Beginner 41887 Sat Sep 21-Nov 23 4:00-5:00pm $44/8

No class Oct 12 or 26 Intermediate 41888 Sat Sep 21-Nov 23 5:00-6:00pm $44/8

No class Oct 12 or 26 Instructor: William Anderson

Fun, educational and challenging Taekwondo classes. Taught by 4th Dan Master Jonathan Carpenter, students will learn a balance of traditional and sport Taekwondo skills and the life skills of confidence, courtesy and perseverance in an encouraging environment.

MIJO Taekwondo is a fully sanctioned WTF Taekwondo school and member of the Woo Kim Taekwondo Association. Register for one or two days per week.

41892 Tue/Sat Sep 14-Oct 22 5:30-6:30pm/12:00-1:00pm $108/12 41893 Tue Sep 17-Oct 22 5:30-6:30pm $54/6 41894 Sat Sep 14-Oct 19 12:00-1:00pm $54/6 41895 Tue Nov 5-Dec 17 5:30-6:30pm $63/7 41896 Sat Nov 2-Dec 14 12:00-1:00pm $63/7 41897 Tue/Sat Nov 2-Dec 17 5:30-6:30pm/12:00-1:00pm $126/14 Ask about family pricing.

Yoga NEW! Yoga Zoo (6-10yrs)

Kids will have fun getting strong and flexible in a safe and non-competitive environment.

Yoga for kids balances quiet and active poses with game playing, singing, storytelling and simple breathing exercises.

42210 Thu Sep 19-Oct 24 4:00-4:45pm $42/6 42211 Thu Nov 7-Dec 12 4:00-4:45pm $42/6

Karate & Kobujutsu (9yrs+)

We instil self-confidence and a positive outlook on life while building fitness by training in empty hand skills and the use of a wooden staff. Our safe, healthy and effective martial arts training is for everyone aged 9 and up. Instruction is delivered by Dr. Paul Zehr, a professor at UVic (www.zehr.ca) with over 25 years of martial arts teaching experience.

Beginner/Intermediate 6:30-7:30pm Intermediate/Advanced 7:30-8:30pm NOTE: After an initial period, students must also join a provincial and a national association with once-per-year fees.

41875 Wed Sep 4-Sep 25 41876 Wed Oct 2-Oct 30 41877 Wed Nov 6-Nov 27 41878 Wed Dec 4-Dec 18 $40/month or $140/4 months; $5/month discounts for additional family members.

Location: L’Ecole Brodeur School

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OSC 2013/14 School Year Programs

Before School Care

Staff will provide a safe and calm space for your child to start their day. Children are welcome to bring their own breakfast if they choose. Children have the opportunity to participate in crafts, gym games, board games, and creative play. Each group will walk to school, rain or shine, for the start of the school day.

Mon-Fri Sep 3-Jun 26 6:30-8:50am $1,131.25/10 months Fees are calculated on $6.25/day, monthly fees will vary.

Macaulay Elementary School Only.

Detailed information and registration packages are available for pick-up at the Esquimalt Recreation Centre and also on-line at esquimalt/recreation.ca. Please call 250-412-8512 for more information.

OSC Winter Break Camps

Check out the Winter Break Camps in the Winter Holiday section on page 10.

OSC Pro-D Days

Spend your Pro-D Day with Esquimalt OSC! Each day will be a different theme which includes games, crafts, swimming, Bouncy Castle and park play.

After School Care

Staff will greet the children at Macaulay School at the conclusion of the school day for check-in and playground time. Each group will walk, rain or shine, back to the Esquimalt Recreation Centre for the afternoon’s activities. Children will have opportunities to enjoy swimming, skating, gym games, crafts, cooking, science, out trips to local parks and other special events. A healthy afternoon snack is provided each day.

Mon-Fri Sep 3-Jun 26 2:48-6:00pm $2,353/10 months Fees are calculated on $13/day, monthly fees will vary.

Macaulay Elementary School Only.

Children with Special Needs

If your child requires extra support or qualifies for funding through Supported Child Development please call the OSC Supervisor at 250-412-8512 prior to registration. Space is limited to 2 Support Staff per group/camp.

Child Care Subsidy

We accept families receiving Child Care Subsidy. Please contact Eileen Abbott at 250412-8513 for more information.

All Out of School Care Programs are licensed by the Vancouver Island Health Authority for School Aged Care. The Before and After School Care program is for children Grades K-5 attending Macaulay Elementary School. Everyone 5-12 years is welcome to attend Pro-D Days, Winter Break, Spring Break and Summer Programs. The OSC program is closed for all Statutory Holidays.

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Esquimalt Teen Centre 535 Fraser Street

Blue house beside the Esquimalt Recreation Centre

Youth Drop In Programs Tuesday FREE! After School Drop-in

Gr 6-8 • 3:00-5:00pm

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

FREE! After School Drop-in

FREE! After School Drop-in

Youth Only Friday Nights

Gr 6-8 • 3:00-5:00pm

Gr 6-8 • 3:00-5:00pm

FREE! Teen Drop-in Gr 9-12 7:00-10:00pm

Saturday

Gr 6-12 • 8:00-10:30pm $2.25

FREE! Teen Drop-in

Gr 9-12 • 7:00-10:00pm

Youth Drop In Program Descriptions After School Drop-In (Gr 6-8) Free Drop-in program: crafts, baking, leadership, pool, video games, and some help with homework. Youth are asked to sign in but, are free to come and go.

Teen Drop-In (Gr 9-12) Free Drop-in program: hang out with friends, listen to music, play sports, learn new crafts, eat pizza, watch movies, munch on popcorn, play pool or video games and more…

Youth Only Friday Nights (Gr 6-12)

Join the Youth Staff every Friday night to take over the rec centre! Hang out with friends, play floor hockey or baskeball in the gym, video games in the atrium, or head to the pool for a swim. (The pool and fitness centre will remain open to the public). No In/Outs.

for birthday parties & special events. $60/2 hours Call 250-412-8525 to book.

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Aquatic Career Opportunities

Want to become a Lifeguard or Swim Instructor?

See Page 49 for details!

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Cooking

Jr Lifeguard Club (10-13yrs)

NEW! Christmas Baking (6-14 yrs)

Looking for a great way to prepare your tween for lifeguard training? Keep them involved with swimming while providing leadership, confidence and team building skills while staying fit. Jr Lifeguard Club will focus on swimming skills, first aid, and water rescue skills, great prep for Bronze Medallion when they turn 13. Receive a 10% discount when you register for the entire Sept-Dec session!

41847 Tues Sept 17-Dec 17 7:00-8:00pm $100/14 41846 Tues Sept 17-Oct 29 7:00-8:00pm $56/7 41848 Tues Nov 5 -Dec 17 7:00-8:00pm $56/7

Jr Masters (10-13yrs)

Swim for fitness, swim for fun! Jr Masters offers an opportunity for children who have completed level 10 or equivalent to maintain aquatic fitness in a safe and fun environment. Swims will include drills to improve strokes an speed as well as games and relays. Receive a 10% discount when you register for the entire Sept-Dec session!

41850 Thu Sept 19-Dec 19 7:00-8:00pm $94/13 41849 Thu Sept 19-Oct 24 7:00-8:00pm $48/6

No Class Oct 31, 2013 41856 Thu Nov 7-Dec 19 7:00-8:00pm $56/7

Art & Drawing These classes are perfect for youth that love new creative projects! Sample different art mediums and develop your creative arts skills. Classes do not run on long weekends.

41956 Sat

Sep 14- Oct 26 11:00am-12:00pm

$36/6

41957 Sat

Nov 2-Dec 14

$36/6

Modelling Clay

11:00am-12:00pm

Drawing, Storybooks & Comics (10-16yrs)

Develop your skills in proportion, perspective, shape and shadow while creating the story you’ve always wanted to write! Classes do not run on long weekends.

Wizards & Magic 41953 Sun

Sep 15-Oct 27 11:00am-12:00pm

$39/6

41954 Sun

Nov 3-Dec 15 11:00am-12:00pm

$39/6

Dinosaurs & Cavemen

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NEW! 5 Star (8-14 yrs)

Cooking

Create meals and desserts that look complicated & taste amazing but are actually easy to make! These classes include tips about plate presentation and fancy drinks such as Shirley Temples. Bring home leftovers to share.

41917 Wed Nov 6- 20 6:00-7:30pm $30/3

Music NEW! Glee Club (10-14 yrs)

Singing, dancing & musical theatre are all part of this exciting new program! Perform to pop hits & musical theatre show stoppers in a fun & lively environment. Invite your family and friends to a performance on the last class of each 6-week session. Indulge in your dreams of being a superstar!

41921 Wed Sep 25-Oct 30 6:00-6:30pm $48/6 41922 Wed Nov 6-Dec 11 6:00-6:30pm $48/6

Photography

NEW! Art Explorers (10-16yrs)

Sock Monsters

Get ready for the holiday season with baking classes! Learn delicious cookie & cake recipes with a holiday-twist. Bring home leftovers to share with family & friends.

41918 Wed Nov 27-Dec 11 6:00-7:30pm $30/3

NEW! Photography for Teens (13-18 yrs)

Impress your friends, brighten up your facebook profile, and learn tricks for creating incredible photo results! New York Institute of Photography Anny Ruch will share her tips & techniques.

41723 Mon Sep 23-Oct 7 6:30-8:00pm $35/3 Location: Esquimalt Teen Centre

Check page 24 for guitar & keyboarding info!

Check page 22 for hoop dancing, belly dancing & poi spinning info!

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Social

Babysitter’s in Training (11yrs+)

Girls etc. (10-14yrs)

If you are looking for employment in child care, this course is for you. This Red Cross course prepares youth for the responsibilities of child care. Program content includes safety, discipline, children’s developmental stages, emergency procedures, first aid, babysitter’s responsibilities and protocol, and favourite games.

41727 Fri Oct 25 9:00am-5:00pm $55 41728 Sat Dec 7/14 9:00am-1:00pm $55/2

NEW! Youth Leadership Team (14yrs+)

Participate in this dynamic group leadership development program which includes employment training, community service, fundraising and event planning. Be a part of making a difference in the community.

42469 Tue Oct 1-Dec 17 6:00-7:30pm FREE

Fitness & Active Living Youth Yoga

Join our instructor for an hour of relaxing and invigorating yoga. You will learn the basic poses and breathing techniques, plus you’ll have fun! Yoga increases flexibility, strength and endurance. Come and check it out!

Ages 10-13 42371 Thu

Sep 19-Oct 24 4:50-5:45pm

$48/6

42372 Thu

Nov 7-Dec 12 4:50-5:45pm

$48/6

Ages 14+yrs

Lifeguard School

Sports Fencing for Beginners (12yrs+)

Learn techniques such as attacks, defence moves and basic footwork. Instruction on foil and epee fencing will be covered. Participants will begin to develop precision, coordination and strategy while getting an excellent workout!

All equipment will be supplied. Check out victoriafencing.ca for more information.

41898 Wed Oct 23-Dec 11 7:00-9:00pm $56/8 Instructor: Nan Sang- Victoria Fencing Club

Intermediate Fencing (12yrs+) Learn beyond the basics with this continuing fencing program. Electronic scoring equipment will be used while participants improve skills and stamina while learning new techniques.

Participants must have completed the beginner’s course.

Visit victoriafencing.ca for more information.

41903 Wed Oct 23-Dec 11 7:00-10:00pm $56/8 Instructor: Nan Sang- Victoria Fencing Club

NEW!

Are you interested in becoming a lifeguard?

Don’t want to spend the time waiting for all the courses you need to run? Great news, you can start your courses in the Fall and be fully certified to work by Jan 2014! Esquimalt’s Lifeguard school will also provide you with the opportunity to acquire volunteer hours, join the Esquimalt Aquatics team for training sessions, and work with the staff to get you prepped for employment in aquatics when you are finished. Sign up for Lifeguard School and pay 10% less than registering for each course individually. Payment plans are available.

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Come hang out with us on Monday afternoons, every other week. We’ll cook, bake, do crafts, try new activities together, and have fun!

41803 Mon Sep 9-Dec 16 3:30-5:00pm $24/8

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Cooking NEW! Classes with Amy Bronee

We’re pleased to introduce a NEW cooking instructor this fall! Award-winning food blogger Amy Bronee will teach you how to create tasty dishes you can recreate at home. Register for one or both. Parents, check our children’s section for an exciting new kids cooking class!

Canning – Jam & Chutney

Learn the basics of water bath canning while creating home-made fruit jam and chutney.

41720 Tue Sep 17 6:00-9:00pm $55/person

Classic Apple Pie

Discover the secrets behind a flaky, mouth watering pastry crust and an apple pie that your friends will love!

41721 Tue Nov 12 7:00-9:00pm $35/person

Creative Arts NEW! Christmas Card Making

Create unique hand-made cards for your family and friends just in time for the holiday season!

Learn techniques, tips & tricks for success!

Crafter extraordinaire Sandra Balzer will share her passion with you during these step-by-step classes. All course materials are included in the course fee.

41961 Thu Nov 21-Nov 28 6:30-8:00pm $35/person Instructor: Sandra Balzer

Watercolour for Beginners

Learn basic watercolour skills in a supportive environment. Each class includes a demonstration, hands-on experimentation, practice, and 1:1 attention from our instructor.

41593 Wed Sep 25-Oct 30 7:30-9:00pm $60/6 Instructor: Alain Costaz

Drawing for Beginners

Learn drawing fundamentals, techniques and styles using various materials. Become familiar with the elements and principles of design while you gain an understanding of how to plan, NEW! Acrylic & Oil Painting for Beginners develop, create and conclude a drawing.

Demonstrations, discussion, handouts and 41595 Wed Nov 6-Dec 11 7:30-9:00pm $60/6 practice time are all part of these classes. Perfect Instructor: Alain Costaz for you if you are a beginner or are looking for a refresher course. You’ll learn and practice the Photography fundamental skills to help you progress to next Improve your digital pictures with this in-depth level and receive individual coaching suited to series of lessons by Anny Ruch, New York Institute your personal needs. of Photography Grad. Classes cover photographic 41718 Mon Nov 4-Dec 16 7:30-9:00pm $60/6 techniques, lighting and camera settings, some Instructor: Jim Genovese editing pointers and exposure tips - all enhanced by hands-on practice and fun exercises. Bring NEW! Watercolour on Masa Paper your camera to class.

Create interesting and attractive watercolor art Fundamentals using a rare combination of method and medium. 41627 Thu Sep 26-Oct 17 5:30-7:00pm $45/4 Experience working with watercolors is helpful Intermediate but is not mandatory.

41630 Thu Nov 6-Nov 27 5:30-7:00pm $45/4 41719 Mon Sep 16-Oct 28 7:30-9:00pm $60/6 Instructor: Richard Wong

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Hoop Dancing (Hula Hoop)

Hoop dancing is fun and energizing! Join us and learn hula hoop dance basics and sequences that can become more complicated as you progress.

Beyond the excitement of hoop dancing is the total cardio and core workout – did you know that 1 hour of hoop dancing burns 600 calories?

No kidding! Hoop dancing is easy to learn and a great way to express your own style of movement and dance.

NEW! Ethno-fusion

Experience a mixture of Latin, Flamenco, African & Flamenco dance traditions in a fun and highenergy atmosphere. Enjoy a full-body workout, dance to world music and develop your love of dance. These classes are suitable to all levels.

41927 Tue Sep 24-Oct 29 10:45-11:45am $66/6 41928 Tue Nov 5-Dec 10 10:45-11:45am $66/6 Beginner Instructor: Nikko Snow 41701 Tue Sep 24-Oct 29 7:00-8:00pm $60/6 41702 Tue

Nov 5-Dec 10

7:00-8:00pm $60/6 Hula Dance for Health Intermediate If you’re looking for a fresh new way to improve $60/6 your fitness, hula dancing is the perfect activity 41708 Tue Nov 5-Dec 10 8:00-9:00pm Instructor: Sarah Hammond of Primal Fire for you! Learn modern hula dance routines while engaging in gentle full-body exercise.

Poi Spinning Foundations Learn the elements of this dynamic dance & art 41868 Wed Sep 25-Oct 30 10:15-11:00am $42/6 form in our 6-part series. Poi consists of rhythmic 41870 Wed Nov 6-Dec 11 10:15-11:00am $42/6 movements performed while swinging weighted Continuing objects in patterns around your body. You’ll 41869 Wed Sep 25-Oct 30 11:00-11:45am $42/6 achieve a total core workout with a chance to add 41871 Wed Nov 6-Dec 11 11:00-11:45am $42/6 your own creative expression to the sequences.

Instructor: MaryLee Alexander The possibilities for further development are endless!

41710 Tue Sep 24-Oct 29 8:00-9:00pm $60/6 Instructor: Sarah Hammond of Primal Fire

Join us for one or more fun dance classes with McGregor Dance!

Register for one or more introductory classes in ballroom, latin & swing! These classes are fun & social and teach dance skills you can enjoy throughout your lifetime. You’ll find these classes suitable if you want to try a dance style for the first time or refresh your skills after taking a break. If you register without a partner, please give us plenty of notice so that we can try (but cannot guarantee) to find a partner for you.

Tango for Beginners 41796 Tue

Sep 24-Oct 22

7:00-8:00pm

Jive & Swing for Beginners 41797 Tue

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Tango Beyond Beginners 41800 Tue

Oct 29-Nov 26

7:00-8:00pm

Rhumba & Cha Cha for Beginners 41801 Tue

Oct 29-Nov 26

8:00-9:00pm

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esquimalt.ca/recreation Middle Eastern Belly Dancing – Beginner & Intermediate

Belly Dancing is a fun way to be active and fit!

These classes are open to participants of all levels.

Learn steps, isolations and movements, then put them together into beautiful dance sequences.

An added bonus is improved core strength, posture, flexibility and muscle tone. Burn calories in a social and supportive environment!

41636 Tue Sep 24-Oct 29 8:15-9:15pm $72/6 Instructor: Pamela Ball

Health and Wellness Buddhist Meditation

Discover the power of mediation to feel less stressed; think more positively and creatively in the face of problems and difficulties; respond more openly towards others. Ongoing classes are appropriate for all levels of experience. Each class begins with a short guided breathing meditation followed by discussion on a particular aspect of Buddhist meditation. A brief refreshment break is followed by a longer mediation focussed on the evening’s discussion. Please Note: A free optional 40 minute introduction is offered to new registered students 6:30-7:10pm on the first Wednesday evening of each 7 week session.

These classes are ideal for 12 yrs + and there is no need for prior experience in meditation to join in. Drop-in is $10/class. Classes are led by Sachi Tamura of the Bodhichitta Buddhist Centre.

Morning Classes 41975 Tue 41976 Tue

Evening

Sep 10-Oct 1 11:00am-12:15pm $32/4 Nov 12-Dec10 11:00am-12:15pm $40/5

41973 Wed Sep 11-Oct 2 7:15-8:45pm 41974 Wed Nov 13-Dec 11 7:15-8:45pm

$32/4 $40/5

Improve health, balance, range of motion stamina and relaxation with Qi Gong. Learn a simple sequence of 18 flowing movements that can be performed in a seated or standing position. Drop-in is available once the minimum registration has been met. Drop in prices are $11 (Tues Evenings) and $7/$8 (Wednesday daytime).

Suitable for 12 yrs+.

41994 Tue 41995 Tue

Language NEW! French Intermediate

This course is suitable for students with a grasp of French language and a desire to acquire stronger skills. Instructor Jacques Berger will lead conversation-based exercises while including speaking, listening and some writing.

Grammatical lessons will not be included in the course content. Students will be expected to fully participate in French conversations during classes. All participants will be charged $7 to cover the costs of handouts (to be paid directly to instructor at first class).

42391 Tue Sept 24-Oct 29 6:30-8:00pm $60/6 42392 Tue Nov 5-Dec 10 6:30-8:00pm $60/6 Instructor: Jaques Berger

Spanish

Learn a new language from our experienced instructor in a supportive and fun environment!

These classes are taught in a conversation-based group setting. Vocabulary will be introduced gradually as your skills progress. You’ll have plenty of time to practice each week, while gaining confidence and ability. All participants are charged $7 to cover the costs of handouts (to be paid directly to instructor at first class).

Beginner

41548 Thu Nov 14-Dec 12 5:45-7:15pm

$50/5

41553 Thu Nov 14-Dec 12 7:30-9:00pm Instructor: Dolores Stanley

$50/5

Beyond Beginner

Qi Gong

Standing

NEW! Craving Change Lifelong healthy eating habits are possible.

Craving Change™ will help you understand the difficulties around changing your eating behaviour, identify personal emotional triggers for problematic eating, learn how to cope with these triggers, and maintain changes.

42388 Sun Sep 8-29 11:00am-1:00pm $100/4

Sep 10-Oct 22 6:45-8:00pm Oct 29-Dec 10 6:45-8:00pm

Gentle (Chair)

$63/7 $63/7

41997 Wed Sep 11-Oct 23 1:30-2:30pm $45.5/7 Adult & $35/7 Senior 41998 Wed Oct

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Spanish Club (drop-in)

Enjoy great conversations in Spanish, lead

by Dolores Stanley. Weekly themes, slide presentation, film excerpts and songs will be included. Gather with others interested in practicing Spanish and engaging in lively conversation while meeting new friends. All levels are welcome. Phone 250.412.8500 for more information. Club does not run on long weekends.

41050 Mon Nov 18-Dec 16 6:45-8:15pm $5/session drop-in $20/5-session punchcard

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adult Music Ukulele for Beginners

Learn to play the Ukulele during this fun 8-week course! You’ll learn two, three, and four chord songs in five keys plus a foundation in chord voicings and chord progressions. A ukulele is not required for the first class. All participants are charged $6 to cover the costs of the songbook (to be paid directly to instructor at first class).

Daytime

41558 Thu

Sep 26-Nov 14 1:30-2:30pm

$60/8

41557 Thu Sep 26-Nov 14 6:30-7:30pm Instructor: Jamyang Lodto

$60/8

Evening

Guitar and Keyboarding Classes Guitar and keyboarding classes are taught by Peter Grealey, owner of the Esquimalt Music Centre.

Please bring an instrument to class. Rentals are available through Peter for $15/session 250-385-2263.

Acoustic Guitar

Technology

You’ll learn picking and strumming techniques, scales, chords and riffs in a lively and supportive atmosphere. You’ll find your way around the guitar and learn to play songs to suit your musical interests. In Beyond beginners builds on your skills with sight reading, lead guitar techniques and more complex songs.

Fundamentals

41565 Wed Sep 25-Oct 30 41566 Wed Nov 6-Dec 11

5:30-6:15pm 5:30-6:15pm

$60 $60

41571 Wed Sep 25-Oct 30 41572 Wed Nov 6-Dec 11

6:30-7:15pm 6:30-7:15pm

$60 $60

Beyond Beginner Keyboarding

Our fundamentals course covers basic keyboaring skills, scales, chords, melodies and simple songs. Learn to coordinate both hands with tunes that you know and enjoy. Beyond beginner builds on your skills with more sophisticated songs, sight reading and tempo.

Fundamentals

41576 Wed Sep 25-Oct 30 41577 Wed Nov 6-Dec 11 Beyond Beginner 41581 Wed Sep 25-Oct 30 41582 Wed Nov 6-Dec 11

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8:30-9:15pm 8:30-9:15pm

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NEW! Facebook Basics & Internet Safety

Get started with Facebook social sharing with this introductory workshop! Learn to create a Facebook account, connect with friends, share photos, download coupons, enter contests & more. Learn about privacy settings, general safety and hoaxes to avoid. Instructor Lori King will present the information you’ll need to use Facebook in a safe and fun way.

42326 Thu Oct 24 7-8:30pm $25/person

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Sports Coed 6’s Volleyball League Recreational

This league offers fun & friendly competition for the beginner to recreational volleyball player.

Teams play three matches per night and move up and down divisions based on weekly outcomes.

Teams, small groups and individual registrations welcome.League championships will occur at the completion of the second session finishing in December.

42328 Fri Sep 27-Nov 1 6:30-9:30pm 42329 Fri Nov 8-Dec 13 6:30-9:30pm

$249/Team $45/Individual/6 weeks L’Ecole Brodeur School

Coed 6’s Volleyball League Competitive

Intermediate Fencing (12yrs+)

Learn beyond the basics with this continuing fencing program. Electronic scoring equipment will be used while participants improve skills and stamina while learning new techniques.

Participants must have completed the beginner’s course. Classes are led by the Victoria Fencing Club. Visit victoriafencing.ca for more information.

41903 Wed Oct 23-Dec 11 7:00-10:00pm $56/8 Esquimalt Recreation Centre Nan Sang - Victoria Fencing Club

This league is intended for players with previous experience ranging from competitive to open calibre and offers high-level competition & fun.

Teams play multiple matches per night and move up and down divisions based on weekly performance. Teams, small group and individual registrations welcome. League championships will occur at the completion of the second session finishing in December.

42330 Thu Sep 26-Oct 31 6:30-11:00pm Western Martial Arts LARP Combat 42331 Thu Nov 7-Dec 12 6:30-11:00pm Western Martial Arts - LARP Combat Obtain $249/Team $45/Individual /6weeks skill in various weapons adapted from medieval L’Ecole Brodeur School fight manuals. This class is for beginners/ intermediate and will be taught through class Fencing for Beginners (12yrs+) Learn techniques such as attacks, defence instruction with padded swords and reinforced moves and basic footwork. Instruction foil and with sparring with padded weapons. Perfect for epee fencing will be covered. Participants will LARP combat enthusiasts who wish to expand begin to develop precision, coordination and their skills. strategy while getting an excellent workout! All 41874 Thu Sep 12-Nov 28 8:00-9:00pm $60/12 equipment will be supplied. Classes are led by the L’Ecole Brodeur School Victoria Fencing Club. Check out victoriafencing.

Western Martial Arts - Longsword ca for more information. Suitable for 12yrs + Combat 41898 Wed Oct 23-Dec 11 7:00-9:00pm $56/8 Western Martial Arts - Longsword Combat Obtain Esquimalt Recreation Centre skill in longsword combat based on the medieval Nan Sang - Victoria Fencing Club fight manual written in 1409 Fiore dei Liberi, an Italian master of fighting. This beginner class will be taught with wooden wasters and reinforced wthrough sparring with steel weapons. Bring gloves. Those wishing to spar will be required to provide their own body armour that meets Sat Sep 28 8:30-10:30pm current standards.

Sat Nov 16 12:30-3:30pm 41873 Thu Sep 12 - Nov 28 7:00 - 8:00 pm $60/12 Tue Dec 16 2:00-4:00pm Drop in $7 per class L’Ecole Brodeur School Instructor: Dan Hill

FREE Swims! sponsored by Coast Capital Savings

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adult 50+ Drawing for Beginners

Learn drawing fundamentals, techniques and styles using various materials and in a supportive environment. Become familiar with the elements and principles of design while you gain an understanding of how to plan, develop, create and conclude a drawing.

41595 Wed Nov 6-Dec 11 7:30-9:00pm $60/6 Instructor: Alain Costaz

Drawing Studio

Students work with a wide variety of materials in both colour and black and white. This ongoing “studio time” is lead by a facilitator and includes mini lessons, demonstrations and new techniques.10-class punchcards are available for $75 to give you added flexibility.

NEW! Christmas Card Making Sep 13-Oct 25 1:15-3:15pm $45.50/7 Create unique hand-made cards for your family 41609 Fri Nov 1-Dec 13 1:15-3:15pm $45.50/7 and friends just in time for the holiday season! 41610 Fri Learn techniques, tips & tricks for success! Instructor: Alan Costaz Crafter extraordinaire Sandra Balzer will share her passion with you during these step-by-step Watercolour Studio classes. All course materials are included in the Our watercolour studio is an ongoing “studio time” class for those with some watercolour course fee.

41961 Thu Nov 21-Nov 28 6:30-8:00pm $35/person experience. You’ll work on your own projects with help from our facilitator. Mini lessons explore new Instructor: Sandra Balzer techniques through demonstrations and handson exploration. Classes are not held on long NEW! Acrylic & Oil Painting for weekends. 10-class punchcards are available for Beginners Demonstrations, discussion, handouts and $75 to give you added flexibility.

1:15-3:15pm $45.50/7 practice time are all part of these classes. Perfect 41596 Mon Sep 9-Oct 28 1:15-3:15pm $39/6 for you if you are a beginner or are looking for 41597 Mon Nov 4-Dec 16 a refresher course. You’ll learn and practice the Instructor: Jim Genovese fundamental skills needed to help you progress to next level and will receive individual coaching suited to your personal needs.

41718 Mon Nov 4-Dec 16 7:30-9:00pm $60/6 Instructor: Jim Genovese

Creative Arts for 50+

NEW! Watercolour on Masa Paper

Learn to create interesting and attractive watercolor art using a rare combination of method and medium from instructor Richard Wong.

Some experience working with watercolors will be helpful but is not mandatory.

41719 Mon Sep 16-Oct 28 7:30-9:00pm $60/6 Instructor: Richard Wong

Watercolour for Beginners

Learn basic watercolour skills in a supportive environment.

Each class includes a demonstration, hands-on experimentation, practice, and 1:1 attention from our instructor.

41593 Wed Sep 25-Oct 30 7:30-9:00pm $60/6 Instructor: Alain Costaz

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Dance for 50+

General Interest for 50+

Country 2 Step

NEW! Bridge Lessons & Drop-in Club for Beginners

Learn the cornerstone of Country Dance in a fun and lively atmosphere! This popular form of country partner dance is derived from American Foxtrot and features spins, turns and weaves as it travels across the dance floor. Running shoes or soft-soled dance shoes must be worn during class (cowboy boots can not be worn).

Beginner

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Fri Fri

Sep 27-Nov 1 Nov 8-Dec 13

6:00-7:15pm 6:00-7:15pm

$54/6 $54/6

41686 Fri Sep 27-Nov 1 41687 Fri Nov 8-Dec 13 Instructor: Carole Mason

7:15-8:30pm 7:15-8:30pm

$59/6 $59/6

Beyond Beginner

Line Dancing

Learn line dances whie dancing to your old favourites and enjoy a great workout at the same time! Beyond beginner classes introduce longer sequences and slightly more complicated steps.

Classes do not run on long weekends.

Beginner

41688 Mon 41689 Mon

Sep 16-Oct 28 Nov 4-Dec 16

7:00-7:45pm 7:00-7:45pm

$48/6 $48/6

41694 Mon Sep 16-Oct 28 41695 Mon Nov 4-Dec 16 Instructor: Carole Mason

8:00-9:00pm 8:00-9:00pm

$54/6 $54/6

Beyond Beginner

We’ve designed a new beginners course & an ongoing weekly drop-in time especially for beginner bridge players! Learn rules, strategy and etiquette for this fun and competitive game! These classes are designed to provide a comfortable and supportive learning environment. A mandatory $7 Learn to Play Bridge workbook can be purchased through our front desk at registration time.

Beginner Classes 41678 Tue

Sep 7–Oct 22

Drop-in Club

9am-12pm $20/6

41699 Tue Nov 5 onward 9am-12pm $2/person/wk (free with Esquimalt Rec membership) Instructor: Terry Martin

NEW! Educational Workshop Series

Senior-focused seminars developed by the Vancouver Island Health Authority provide information related to health, wellness and active living. Listen and discuss topics that are important to you in a comfortable and supportive atmosphere. Pre-registration is required through the Esquimalt Rec Centre’s front desk 250-4128500.

Support Options for Aging at Home 41620 Wed

Oct 9

1:30-3:00pm

$2/person

41621 Wed

Oct 16 1:30-3:00pm

$2/person

Housing Options as We Age

Hula Dance for Health

Looking for a fresh new way to improve your fitness, learn something new and become more active? Hula dancing may be the perfect activity for you! You’ll learn new modern hula dance routines while dancing to your favorite Hawaiian music. Hula dance is a gentle fullbody exercise that engages the mind, enhances coordination, gives the heart a gentle workout, strengthens bones and builds lean muscle mass.

Foundations

41868 Wed 41870 Wed

Sep 25-Oct 30 Nov 6-Dec 11

10:15-11:00am 10:15-11:00am

$42/6 $42/6

41869 Wed Sep 25-Oct 30 41871 Wed Nov 6-Dec 11 Instructor: MaryLee Alexander

11:00-11:45am 11:00-11:45am

$42/6 $42/6

Continuing

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adult 50+ Chess for Beginners

Learn basic and more advanced chess skills in a fun and supportive atmosphere! Each class includes a new skill or aspect of the game and includes time for discussion, game time and a fun challenge. Classes are suitable for both beginners and those with some previous experience and are created specifically for older adults. Classes do not run on long weekends.

41716 Sat Nov 2-Dec 14 10:00-11:30am $24/6 Instructor: Rod Brown

NEW! Court Whist (drop-in)

Spend a fun afternoon playing this popular card game! Fun and easy to learn, court whist is a delightful game of strategy.

Thu 1:00-3:00pm $2/week • (FREE with Esquimalt Rec membership)

NEW! Nostalgia (drop-in)

Do you find yourself sitting at home, staring at your four walls & looking for company? Join us for fun, entertainment and nostalgia! Meet new people & share your nostalgia!

Thu 10:00-11:30am $2/week • (FREE with Esquimalt Rec membership) Facilitator: Betty Dawson

Duplicate Bridge Crash Course

Are you interested in learning about duplicate bridge? Please phone 250-412-8532 to let us know if you are a novice or intermediate player, the dates and times that suit your schedule, and if you are registering on your own or with a group of friends (we need a minimum of three people to run a course). Learn rules & strategy, while discussing, asking questions and playing practice hands with our experienced instructor.

Lessons cover the practical skills of the game in a friendly and fun atmosphere.

Dates to suit your schedule $24/6 Instructor: Catherine Campbell

Senior Drivers Seminar

Learn and discuss issues related to senior driving in a supportive setting by a trained facilitator.

Topics include tests, assessment and screening, fitness, chronic disease and advocacy initiatives.

Pre-registration is required.

41618 Thu Nov 21 1:30-3:30pm $3/person

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Health & Wellness for 50+ Foot Care Clinic

Book an appointment for our foot care clinic with Esthetician Donna Wildeman by calling our Rec Centre’s front desk at 250.412.8500.

Each foot care appointment is 30 minutes in length and includes a foot soak, toenail clipping and massage in a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere.

Tue 12:30-3:30pm by appointment $30 per 30 minute session

FREE! Blood Pressure Drop-in Clinic

Drop-in for a quick check of your blood pressure in the comfort of our Senior’s lounge on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday of each month.

1:00-3:00pm FREE

Minds in Motion

Minds in Motion is designed for people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia and a friend, family member or caregiver. Enjoy light exercise conducted by a certified fitness instructor, followed by activities or games and social time in a relaxed atmosphere. Light refreshments will be provided. Join us for a relaxed and comfortable program in a supportive environment. Start at any time and pay a prorated registration fee.

42411 Wed Oct 2-Nov 6 1:30-3:00pm $30/6 42412 Wed Nov 13-Dec 18 1:30-3:00pm $30/6

Music for 50+

Ukulele for Beginners

Learn to play the Ukulele during this fun 8-week course! Learn two, three, and four chord songs in five keys plus a foundation in chord voicings and chord progressions. A ukulele is not required for the first class. All participants are charged $6 to cover the costs of the songbook (to be paid directly to instructor at first class).

Daytime 41558

Thu

Sep 26-Nov 14 1:30-2:30pm

$60/8

41557 Thu Sep 26-Nov 14 6:30-7:30pm Instructor: Jamyang Lodto

$60/8

Evening

Ukulele Club

Play ukulele in a fun group setting! Meet other ukulele players and learn songs with the direction of club leader Jamyang Lodto. Basic ukulele skills are needed to participate.

41486 Starts Tue Sep 24 1:30-3:30pm $2/week & FREE with a Rec membership

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Social for 50+

Technology

Bus & Lunch Trips

NEW! Facebook Basics & Internet Safety for Seniors

We’re checking out interesting places around Greater Victoria and up-island and you are welcome to come along when it suits your schedule! These trips are social, fun, and give you a chance to explore interesting places with other seniors. We’ll stop at great places for lunch, and you’ll be able to choose what you like from the menu (trip price does not include the price of meals/refreshments).

Kinsol Trestle Bridge 42421 Thu

Sep 12

10:00am-4:00pm

$25

Saltspring Island – Circle Tour

Get started with Facebook social sharing with this introductory workshop! Learn to create a Facebook account, connect with friends, share photos, download coupons, enter contests & more. Learn about privacy settings, general safety and hoaxes to avoid. Instructor Lori King will present the information you’ll need to use Facebook in a safe and fun way.

42327 Wed Oct 2 1:30-3:00pm $25/person

42422 Tue Sep 24 9:30am-7:00pm

$65 with BC Senior card/$77 adult

Providence & Terra Nossa Farms 42423 Thu

Oct 3

9:30am-4:00pm

$45

42424 Tue

Oct 22

9:30am-3:30pm

$45

42425 Thu

Nov 7

10:30am-5:45pm

$110

42426 Tue

Dec 10

1:30-6:30pm

$52

42435 Thu

Jan 23

10:30am-3:00pm

$20

42436 Tue

Feb 11

3:00-8:00pm

$20

Sooke Historical Tour #2

Chemainus Theature plus lunch – Dracula Craigdarroch Castle

Behind the Scenes Tour of the Empress Hotel Tour of The Belfry

50+ Luncheons

Enjoy a great meal and social time on the last Wednesday of each month, in the comfort of the Seniors lounge. Lunch includes homemade soup & sandwich catered by the SunnySide café, dessert, tea & coffee.

41492 Wed Sep 25 12:00-1:00pm $5.50/person 41493 Wed Oct 30 12:00-1:00pm $5.50/person 41494 Wed Nov 27 12:00-1:00pm $5.50/person

NEW!

Walking Tours

These NEW trips are planned specially for Seniors and include transportation to beautiful parks in our region. Enjoy the peace and tranquility of the forests and natural spaces around Victoria. Participate in a guided walk of the trails or sit on a park bench and relax.

Francis King Park 42441 Wed

Sep 18 12:30-3:30pm

$15

42442 Wed

Oct 9

12:30-3:30pm

$15

42443 Wed

Oct 23

12:30-3:30pm

$15

Todd Inlet Swan Lake

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NEW! Seniors Appreciation Day

Join us for a fun celebration with a Hawaiian theme! Enjoy music, dance, refreshments & snacks from the tropics (think pinnapple!).

Relax while our ukulele club and Hula dancers entertain you. Socialize with friends and neighbours while you transport to a sunny beach for a while. This event is for seniors 50 yrs+ and is free. Pre-registration through our front desk is required 250-412-8500.

42448 Tue Oct 1 1:00-2:30pm FREE (pre-registration is required)

FREE! Esquimalt Creative Crafters & Knitters Christmas Sale

Find unique, hand-crafted items for your family and friends during our annual Creative Crafters & Knitters Sale! Crafters and our Knitters clubs create items that are for sale for this event. These clubs also sell items throughout the year (on display in our Rec Centre’s foyer). Your purchases help raise money for seniors programming in Esquimalt.

Sat Nov 23 9:00am-1:30pm FREE

Senior’s Christmas Lunch

Enjoy time with friends, a traditional turkey dinner and a Christmas carol sing-along. Preregistration is required through our front desk 250-412-8500.

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adult 50+ 50 Plus Weekly Drop In Activities Weekly drop-in programs are free with a monthly or seasonal membership. Non-members pay $2 per session (unless otherwise stated in the chart below). Coffee and tea is often made and served by group members for a donation of $0.50. New members are always welcome! All programs are full of friendly people and take place in a supportive atmosphere. For more details about a specific group or call 250.412.8500 or visit our website at www.esquimalt.ca/recreation **some drop-in programs take breaks throughout the year. Please call our Centre to check specific schedules**

Mondays Tuesdays Conversation Cafe NEW! Beginner’s 10:00-11:30am Bridge (cancelled on stat holidays)

9:00am-12:00pm (starts Nov 5)

Drop-In Bridge

Mexican Train Dominoes

1:00-3:30pm

12:30-2:30pm

Duplicate Bridge (with a lesson) 1:00-3:00pm (cancelled on stat holidays)

Rumoli

1:00-3:00pm

Watercolour Studio Mon 1:15-3:15pm (cancelled on stat holidays) Must pre-register Ask about prices at our front desk

1:00-3:00pm

Mah Jong

Ukulele Club

1:30-3:30pm

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1:30-3:30pm

Wednesdays

Thursdays

FREE! Creative Crafters

Writer’s Group

9:00-11:30am

FREE! Weekly Bring your own Lunch & Social 12:00-1:00pm

Catered Luncheon & Social

Last Wed of each month 12:00-1:00pm $5.50/person (must pre-register)

10:00am-12:00pm

NEW! Nostalgia

10:00am-12:00pm

1:00-3:00pm

Euchre

Qi Gong

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Esquimalt Walking Group 10:00-11:30am

Cribbage

1:00-3:00pm

1:00-3:00pm

Drawing Studio

1:30-2:30pm $7 drop-in

Scrabble

Drop-in Bridge

FREE! Knit & Crochet 1:15-3:15pm

Fridays

1:15-3:15pm Must pre-register Ask about prices at our front desk

1:00-3:00pm

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Wellness Centre Schedule MON

TUES

FACILITY HOURS FACILITY TOURS

WELLNESS CENTRE ORIENTATIONS

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THUR

FRI

SAT

SUN

5:30AM-10:30PM 7:30AM AND 7:30PM

7:30AM

8:00AM AND 6:00PM

8:00AM

11:00AM

Learn how to achieve an effective and safe workout in our wellness centre. Our certified staff will teach you to use both cardio and strength machines and you will leave with a basic workout program to do on your own. $15 registration, $5 to add a second person. Book through reception.

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PERSONAL TRAINING

Personal Trainers work on YOUR schedule! No matter what your fitness level or goals, our certified trainers will help you see results.

See page 33 for all of our package details!

Our Wellness Centre is available for use by persons 16 years and up. Youth 13-15 must complete an orientation before using the facility. Orientations are free for youth but must be booked through reception.

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fitness Drop In Fitness September 3-December 21, 2013 Monday

Tuesday

Stretch & Strength

Mixed Interval Challenge

Wednesday

Thursday

OsteoFit

Stretch & Strength

9:00-9:55am Craigflower - Kay

6:15-7:00am Craigflower - Cheryl

9:00-9:55am Craigflower Christine

Total Aerobic Challenge

BellyFit Warrior

Total Body Challenge

9:15-10:10am Gym - Marcia

Yoga

9:15-10:10am Gym - Marcia

Power Circuit

9:15-10:10am Gym - Marcia

Yoga

Friday

Mixed Interval Challenge

9:00-9:55am Craigflower - Kay

BellyFit

9:15-10:10am Gym - Jen

Power Circuit

9:00-9:55am Craigflower - Cheryl

Total Step Challenge

9:15-10:10am Gym - Lorraine

Yoga

12:10-12:55pm Craigflower Lorraine

12:10-12:55pm Gym/Outdoors Cheryl

12:10-12:55pm Craigflower Marisella

12:10-12:55pm Gym/Outdoors Cheryl

12:10-12:55pm Craigflower

Tabata Challenge

Yoga

Core Strength

BellyFit

“Move It”

5:15-6:10pm Gym - Esther

5:05-6:00pm Craigflower - Lorraine

6:00-6:55pm Gym - Esther

Abs Lab

6:15-6:55pm Gym - Esther

5:15-6:10pm Gym - Jen

Saturday

5:30-6:30pm Sept 20 Oct 18 Nov 15 Dec 20 Marcia

NOTE: Phone in reservation for Yoga starts 7am.

22 participants per class. Call 250-4128500.

Instructors and classes subject to change.

Drop In Class Descriptions

Power Circuit—Always changing, this Abs Lab—Strengthen your Core!

Concentrated abdominal and lower back lunch hour workout will make you sweat.

No choreography, circuit style. Cardio work. bursts mixed with strength & endurance BellyFit Warrior —A fusion of martial moves. Body weight, tubes, weights, arts moves inspired by Cardio Kickboxing, med balls, & steps.

Stretch & Strength—Improve your balance, flexibility, and coordination in Tai Chi, Qi Gong, Dance and Yoga. The Total Challenge Classes—Give your this fun and gentle class. Option to sit or focus is on moving energy, building energy a boost through each of these strength and endurance, and balance. stand.

dynamic classes: • Total Aerobic Challenge – gets “Move It”—Feel the music, crave the Tabata Challenge—This is a high intensity interval training class. Tabata you moving with fun and easy to beat? This sweat inducing, total body training has been proven to provide follow combinations. workout happens once a month, only.

• Total Body Challenge - high/low The lights are low and the music is varied remarkable fitness gains. aerobics, followed by functional and pumping. Anything goes, as long as Mixed Interval Challenge— Mix muscle toning exercises using the you MOVE IT! The evolution of aerobics. cardio intervals with sets of strength step, body bar & hand weights. Low For everyone. training exercises to peak your calorie choreography.

Core Strength—This bootcamp-style burn. Using steps, weights, bands & • Total Step Challenge - High balls, this short high intensity workout class, will take your fitness to the next energy cardio step class, followed level. High intensity, core focused, full can be modified for most levels. by muscular endurance exercises to body workout designed to build your Yoga—Take some time out of your day help tone the body. endurance, strength & power. for this introductory class. Participants perform a series of poses and breathing Osteo Fit—Promotes fitness & bone BellyFit—Fusion of movements health through gentle weight bearing exercises designed to stretch and from Fitness, Belly Dance, Bollywood, exercise. Some seated, some standing. strengthen your body and calm the Bhangara, African Dance and more. mind & spirit! Space is limited please call Pilates inspired core work and Yoga 250.412.8500 after 7am on the day of to inspired relaxation. reserve your space.

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GET RESULTS!

Personal Training Packages Any number of the Personal Training

Sessions may also be used for Aquatic Personal Training!

All packages include: Facility Orientations / Fitness Assessment / Workout Program Development / Schedule Planning / Complimentary Facility Passes.

Package Hours Fee (Private) Fee (Semi-Private) Rec Centre Passes The Basic 1.5 $75 $38 each 2 The Basic Plus 3.5 $175 $88 each 4 Results 12 $510 $255 each 6 Results Plus 20 $825 $415 each 10 *Rec Centre Passes are shared with semi-private packages. Please pick up a brochure or see our website for full details: www.esquimalt.ca

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ADDED VALUE

Personal Training & Fitness Health Screen Package

Six weeks to a better you! Package includes 2 comprehensive health screens (before and after) provided by LifeMark Health, and 6 one hour sessions with one of our personal trainers. Also includes 6 additional Recreation Centre Passes to keep you moving in between PT sessions. That’s a $460 VALUE! $290

Personal Training & Massage

2 Personal Training sessions and a massage at LifeMark Health. RMT Massage portion can still be covered by extended health. $160

Personal Training - Hourly Sessions Purchase 4 or more hours & SAVE! Get the support and expert advice you need to get started or advance your workout routine!

Private 1 hr = $50 2 hr = $100 3 hr = $150 4 hr = $190 6 hr = $270 8 hr = $350 10 hr = $430

Semi-Private $25/person $50/person $75/person $95/person $135/person $175/person $215/person

Group Personal Training

Interested in Personal Training but don’t want to do it alone? We have monthly, small group training sessions to help you reach your fitness goals. 2 classes a week, maximum of 4 people. First class will be a baseline body/ fitness assessment. Please return paperwork 3 days before course start date.

42465 Tue/Thu Oct 8-Oct 31 7:30-8:30am $144/8 42466 Tue/Thu Nov 5-Nov 28 7:30-8:30am $144/8 42467 Tue/Thu Dec 3-Dec 19 7:30-8:30am $108/6

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Aquatic Personal Training

Sessions expire 1 year from date of purchase.

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fitness Dance Inspired Fitness Zumba Gold

ZUMBA Gold® takes the Zumba formula and modifies the moves and pacing to suit the needs of the active older participant, as well as those just starting their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle.

What stays the same are the zesty Latin music, like salsa, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton; the exhilarating, easy-to-follow moves; and the invigorating, party-like atmosphere. Add camaraderie, excitement and fitness to your weekly schedule.

41909 Tue Sep 17-Oct 29 12:00-1:00pm $56.00/7 41910 Tue Nov 5-Dec 17 12:00-1:00pm $56.00/7 Isabel Arias

Weight Room Series

Join our certified Personal trainers for these informative, small group sessions! Sign up for multiple sessions and save! Each session will include handout or workout card with exercises covered in session.

General Fitness Programs Hit to Fit®

Simply put, Hit to Fit® is the smart workout for busy people. We are excited to introduce this program to Esquimalt! Hit to fit is a 30 minute functional fitness program designed and executed by professional trainers. The best part is that it is flexible- enter the circuit anytime within the scheduled hours and leave ½ hour later feeling strong and inspired.

42379 Mon Sep 16-Oct 28 6:15-8:15pm $45/6 42380 Thu Sep 19-Oct 31 6:15-8:15pm $52.5/7

$84.50/2 days a wk 42381 Mon Nov 04-Dec 16 6:15-8:15pm $45/6 42382 Thu Nov 07-Dec 19 6:15-8:15pm $52.5/7 $84.50/2 days a week Hit to fit does not run on stat holidays.

NEW! NOW includes Aquatic Fitness!

Fitness Flex Pass

The ultimate cross-training package so you can mix up your workout week! Drop in to ANY of the Following Registered Classes as space permits as well as ANY registered Aquatic Fitness Program with your flex pass card:

Cards expire within 1 year of purchase 10 Admissions: $90 / 20 Admissions: $160

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Amazing Arms

Mix it up with exercises to improve arm strength and tone! Our experts will take you through multiple exercises with body weight, dumbells and other props!

42322 Mon Sep 23 12:00-1:00pm 42473 Wed Sep 25 7:30-8:30pm $16.00/1 • $14 if registering for 2 or more in series

Functional Core

Learn ways to Improve posture and core strength in this 1 hour session with our knowledgeable staff. No sit ups included!

41912 Wed Sep 18 7:30-8:30pm 42474 Mon Oct 7 12:00-1:00pm $16.00/1 • $14 if registering for 2 or more in series

Total Body Cable

This informative session is suitable for beginners and those looking to shake up their workouts! You will learn a whole new repertoire of exercises for upper and lower body, all using the cables in the weight room!

42323 Mon Oct 21 12:00-1:00pm 42475 Wed Oct 23 7:30-8:30pm $16.00/1 • $14 if registering for 2 or more in series

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Never get bored with the same old workout again! You will leave this course with a personally designed workout, a whole new set of exercises to use in the weight room, and most of all the confidence to know that you are working out smart!

41914 Thu Oct 3-Nov 7 6:30-7:25pm $54.00/6

Spin (Indoor Cycling)

All SPIN classes are registered programs, but if bikes are available you may drop-in. Call reception to find out if there is space!

Drop-in spots are first come- first served. $8-$13 depending on class length/format.

Spin, Core & Stretch

A great, non-impact way to increase your cardiovascular and muscular fitness! This class will have you work up a sweat, but will be less intense than our evening classes. Follow it up with a great stretch to leave you feeling ready to take on the day.

42137 Tue Sep 17-Oct 29 10:30-11:30am $56/7 42141 Tue Nov 5-Dec 17 10:30-11:30am $56/7 Emma Sproule

Straight Spin SPIN your way to fitness, flats, hills, intervals, long climbs - we have it all! Spinning is a great way to increase cardiovascular fitness and is a fantastic non-impact cross training activity for other sports.

42235 Sat Sep 14-Oct 26 8:30-9:25am $56/7 42234 Sat Nov 09-Dec 21 8:30-9:25am $56/7 42470 Wed Sep 18-Oct 30 5:25-6:30pm $56/7 42471 Wed Nov 6-Dec 18 5:25-6:30pm $56/7

Spin & Conditioning In this combination class start with a solid Come and join us for this early morning spin 30min + of spinning followed by a strength class. This session will get you going with all series including ab work and a stretch. A great the drills, hills, climbs, intervals! after work workout to keep you pumped for 42198 Tue Sep 17-Oct 29 6:30-7:25am $56/7 your evening!

42197 Thu Sep 19-Oct 31 6:30-7:25am $56/7 42136 Tue Sep 17-Oct 29 5:15-6:30pm $77/7 42195 Tue Nov 5-Dec 17 6:30-7:25am $56/7 42135 Tue Nov 5-Dec 17 5:15-6:30pm $77/7 42196 Thu Nov7-Dec 19 6:30-7:25am $56/7 Esther Bendall Emma Sproule

Spin- Early Bird

Noon hour Spin

Drop-in or register for this 45 minute express spin workout. All levels welcome. Hills, flats, strength work. Finish with a stretch. Great way to get a cardio blast at lunch time. Keep you going for the rest of your day!

42194 Wed Sep 18-Oct 30 12:10-12:55pm $52.50/7 42193 Wed Nov 06-Dec 18 12:10-12:55pm $52.50/7 Krista Lavoie

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3 in 1 Workout

This popular class is the ultimate total body workout. The class is divided into three 25 min sessions - spin bike intervals, strength exercises and Yoga flexibility exercises. Spin provides a great cardio workout, while working with free weights develops strength and power. Finally, the deep breathing and postures of yoga will leave you feeling renewed and refreshed.

42192 Mon Sep 16-Oct 28 5:15-6:30pm $72/6 42191 Mon Nov 4-Dec 16 5:15-6:30pm $72/6 Lorraine Nygaard No classes on Stat holidays.

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fitness 50+ Bootcamp

This class will get you moving, improve strength, flexibility, balance and cardio! We start with a dynamic warm up and cardio in the studio and then move to the Weight Room to work on the circuit. By the end of the session, you will have a workout program to continue on with!

42130 Tue Sep 17-Oct 29 9:15-10:15am $63/7 42134 Tue Nov 5-Dec 17 9:15-10:15am $63/7

Kettlebell X-Train

This Kettlebell experience focuses on improving your cardio, preventing injury and increasing overall strength. Whether you are a seasoned athlete, weekend warrior or a beginner to Kettlebells who is looking for a new challenge, expect to be fitter, stronger, and faster than ever before!

42453 Tue Sep 17-Oct 29 7:00-8:00pm $70.00/7 42454 Tue Nov 5-Dec 17 7:00-8:00pm $70.00/7 Matt Carlson

Pilates - Intermediate/Advanced

This class aims to gradually build on the principles & skills of Mat 1. By performing more advanced exercises, students will strengthen their core and develop long, lean muscles.

42374 Wed Sep 18-Oct 30 7:30-8:25pm $66.50/7 42375 Wed Nov 6-Dec 18 7:30-8:25pm $66.50/7 Lampson Street School Kristen Morrill

Gentle Yoga

Start your day with a harmonious blend of yoga and yoga based stretches. A perfect way to increase energy, strength & flexibility. Open to any level - definitely not pretzel yoga!

42204 Tue Sep 3-24 9:30-10:45am $24/4 42205 Tue Oct 1- 29 9:30-10:45am $30/5 42206 Tue Nov 5-26 9:30-10:45am $24/4 42207 Tue Dec 3-31 9:30am-10:45am $30/5 Moira Tait 42202 Thu Sep 5-26 1:00pm-2:15pm $24/4 42203 Thu Oct 3-31 1:00pm-2:15pm $30/5 42208 Thu Nov 7-28 1:00pm- 2:15pm $24/4 Yogalates 42209 Thu Dec 5-19 1:00pm-2:15pm $18/3 This unique blend of yoga and pilates will help Moira Tait you become aware of your vital core stabilizers while allowing you to strengthen and lengthen Restorative/Yin Yoga muscles. This class is also suitable for those This gentle class will help people to open to the looking for an entry level Pilates Mat class. Open natural flow of healing energy within. Working to all levels. with breath and long held poses, this style 41929 Wed Sep 18-Oct 30 6:30-7:25pm $66.50/7 focuses on deeper tissues of the body, allowing 42376 Wed Nov 6-Dec 18 6:30-7:25pm $66.50/7 for new depth in postures, range of motion, Lampson Street School Kristen Morrill increased flexibility and energy flow. Suitable for all levels.

Introduction to Pilates $60/5 This class is designed to train the body to perform 42222 Sun Sep 8-Oct 6 10:15-11:30am $84/7 the Pilates principles of breath, pelvic & rib 42221 Sun Nov 3-Dec 15 10:15-11:30am cage placement, shoulder stabilization & spinal Marisela Martinez alignment.

42451 Wed Sep 18-Oct 30 5:30-6:25pm $66.50/7 42452 Wed Nov 6-Dec 18 5:30-6:25pm $66.50/7 Lampson Street School Kristen Morrill

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24 Annual Island Fitness Conference Saturday November 2, 2013 8:30am ‑ 4:30pm (Sunrise Yoga 7‑ 8am) V ic toria, BC • Victoria Conference Centre Conference: 7 BCRPA Credits • 5 CSEP Credits • 4 CFP Credits

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Registered Aquatic Fitness Program H20 Boot Camp

Water workouts are energizing, easy on the joints and offer 10x the resistance of land exercise. Not a swimmer? No problem! Floatation belts are available.

FREE! Demo Class 41806 Wed 8:00-9:00pm Sep 11 FREE

FREE! Demo Class 41805 Thu

6:00-7:00am Sep 12

Scheduled Classes: 41808 Mon/Wed 8:00-9:00pm

41809 Mon/Wed 8:00-9:00pm

41810 Mon/Wed 8:00-9:00pm

41807 Tue/Thu 6:00-7:00am 41811 Tues/Thu 6:00-7:00am 41812 Tues/Thu 6:00-7:00am

FREE

Sept 16-Dec 18 $130/26 No Class Oct 14/Nov 11 Sept 16-Oct 30 $71.50/13 No Class Oct 14 Nov 4-Dec 18 $71.50/13 No Class Nov 11 Sept 17-Dec 19 $140/28 Sept 17-Oct 31 $77/14 Nov 5-Dec 19 $77/14

Receive 10% discount when you sign up for the full Sept-Dec session of any Aquatic Fitness program!

NEW! Once a week Option Swim Fit (formerly Masters Swimming)

This program is designed for those swimmers wanting to refine their strokes and improve their fitness. Our experienced coach will provide a workout that will challenge your endurance and ensure you improve your technique, in a fun and supportive group setting. Swimmers must be comfortable swimming 100 metres.

FREE! Demo Class 41822 Wed 6:00-7:00am Sep 11 FREE

FREE! Demo Class 41823 Thu

8:00-9:00pm Sep 12 FREE

Scheduled Classes: 41813 Mon/Wed 6:00-7:00am

41814 Mon 6:00-7:00am

41815 Wed 6:00-7:00pm 41816 Tues 8:00-9:00pm 41817 Thur 8:00-9:00pm 42461 Tue/Thur 8:00-9:00pm

Sep 16-Dec 18 $104/26 No Class Oct 14/Nov 11 Sept 16-Dec16 $52.80/12 No Class Oct 14/Nov 11 Sept 18-Dec 18 $61.60/14 Sept 17-Dec 17 $61.60/14 Sept 19-Dec19 $61.60/14 Sept 17-Dec 19 $112/28

Receive support and expert advice that will get you started or advance your fitness and swim workouts. Ideal for individuals who are cross training, training for a triathlon or looking to advance their conditioning. This is also beneficial for those recovering from an injury or have a chronic illness. Packages available including combination with land personal training $50/1 hr

(Semi Private available)

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NEW! Core & Balance

Designed to improve core stability and overall balance, this class is ideal for anyone looking to improve core strength. Participants will be lead through exercises that include twisting, balancing and engaging the core muscles with the aim of improving function and stability.

FREE! Demo Class 41831 Tues 11:00-11:30am Sept 10 FREE Scheduled Classes: 41832 Tues 11:00-11:30am 41833 Tues 11:00-11:30am 41834 Tues 11:00-11:30am

Sept 17-Dec 17 $88.20/14 Sept 17-Oct 29 $49/7 Nov 5-Dec17 $49/7

This class is designed for those individuals “graduating” from a structured rehabilitation program. This is a great first step for anyone looking to ease into a fitness program or get back in the game including pre/post natal women, those recovering from an injury, or those just getting back into fitness. Participants will be lead through a series of strength exercises and corresponding stretches leaving you feeling strong, fit and relaxed.

FREE! Demo Class 41835 Wed

11:00-11:30am Sept 11

FREE

Scheduled Classes: 41836 Wed 11:00-11:30am Sep 18-Dec 18 $88.20/14 Parent w/Baby Boot Camp 41837 Wed 11:00-11:30am Sept 18-Oct 30 $49/7 The perfect morning for you and your little one, 41838 Wed 11:00-11:30am Nov 6-Dec18 $49/7 aged6-24 months! Participate in a modified Bootcamp H2O class in the pool, while your baby NEW! Water Fitness Seminars floats along side you in a dolphin seat interacting Have you always wanted to participate in Waterfit with you. but can’t fit classes into your schedule? Join our FREE! Demo Class experienced instructor for any of these one hour 41821 Thu 11:00-11:30am Sep 12 FREE seminars to learn a series of moves you can do any time you choose. After being shown some Scheduled Classes: of the most common exercises and armed with 41818 Thu 11:00-11:30am Sep 19-Dec19 $88.20/14 a laminated workout sheet to reference, you’ll be 41819 Thu 11:00-11:30am Sept 19-Oct 31 $49/7 well on your way, regardless of your schedule.

41820 Thu 11:00-11:30am Nov 7-Dec19 $49/7 Circuit Training 42483 Tues 6:00-7:00pm Sept 17 $10/1 Pre/Post Natal 42484 Thurs 6:00-7:00pm Nov 21 $10/1 Pregnant or just had a baby? Are you looking for a Strength Training low impact fitness program that will help protect 42485 Wed 12:00-1:00pm Sept 18 $10/1 your joints, reduce pressure and pain all while 42486 Tues 6:00-7:00pm Nov 19 $10/1 maintaining your fitness level? This program is a Cardio Fitness

fun and safe way to help you get back into shape 42487 Thurs 6:00-7:00pm Sept 19 $10/1 or stay in shape during this body altering time.

42488 Wed 12:00-1:00pm Nov 20 $10/1 FREE! Demo Class 41830 Wed 7:00-8:00pm Sept11 FREE Water Play FREE admission to Thursday’s Cardio/Strength Scheduled Classes: combo class or Lap Swimming Session when 41827 Wed 7:00-8:00pm Sept 18-Dec 18 $88.20/14 you register your child in Water Play. Swimmers 41826 Wed 7:00-8:00pm Sept 18-Oct 30 $49/7 age 3-6 are led through activities and free play 41829 Wed 7:00-8:00pm Nov 6-Dec 18 $49/7 with an Aquatic Fun Leader. Children must be comfortable in the Lap Pool with a lifejacket and without a parent or guardian. Parents/guardians must remain in the pool area.

41840 Thu 7:00-8:00pm Sep 12-Oct 10 $35/5 41841 Thu 7:00-8:00pm Oct 17-Nov14 $35/5 41842 Thu 7:00-8:00pm Nov 21-Dec 19 $35/5 41839 Thu 7:00-8:00pm Sept 12-Dec19 $95/15 SPECIAL OFFER!! Receive a 10% discount when you sign up for all three sessions at once.

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Drop In Water Fitness Schedule • September 5- December 21, 2013 • • •

Drop in to most classes using your Esquimalt Recreation or Regional Recreation Pass, or pay the Regular Drop In Admission ($5.75/Adult; $4.25/student or senior) Swim Fit, Bootcamp, Core & Balance, Stretch & Strengths, Parent with Babe Bootcamp and Pre/Post Natal Classes are not included with a pass or regular drop in admission.

If you are looking for flexibility within the registered fitness programs, you can purchase a Fitness Flex Card which allows you drop in to indicated Fitness programs and all registered Aquatic Fitness Programs, as long as minimum registration is met.

Monday

Tuesday

Swim Fit

Bootcamp H2O

6:00-7:00am

Deep

8:50-8:55am

Shallow

6:05-6:55am

Shallow

8:05-8:55am

Deep

Wednesday

Thursday

Swim Fit

Bootcamp H2O

6:00-7:00am

Deep

8:05-8:55am

Shallow

Friday

6:05-6:55am

Shallow

8:05-8:55am

Deep

Deep

8:05-8:55am

Shallow

9:05-9:55am

9:05-9:55am

9:05-9:55am

9:05-9:55am

9:05-9:55am

Foundations

Cardio Conditioning

Foundations

Cardio Conditioning

Foundations Plus

Core & Balance

Stretch & Strength

10:05-10:55am

10:05-10:55am

11:00-11:30am

Shallow

9:05-9:55am

10:05-10:55am

Parent w/ Baby Bootcamp 11:00-11:30am

6:05-6:55pm

Cardio/Strength Combo Circuit

Pre/Post Natal

Swim Fit

Bootcamp H2O

7:05-7:55pm

8:00-9:00pm

11:00-11:30am

10:05-10:55am

Sat: Shallow

Shallow

6:05-6:55pm

Bootcamp H2O

10:05-10:55am

Sat/Sunday

8:00-9:00pm

7:00-8:00pm

8:00-9:00pm

Cardio/Strength Combo Circuit 7:05-7:55pm

Swim Fit

8:00-9:00pm

Fitness Flex Pass

The ultimate cross-training package so you can mix up your workout week! Drop in to ANY of the Following Registered Classes as space permits as well as ANY registered Aquatic Fitness Program with your flex pass card: Selected Spin Classes • Zumba Gold • ANY registered Aquatic Fitness Class

Cards expire within 1 year of purchase.

10 Admissions: $90 / 20 Admissions: $160

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Special Events

Splashtacular Pro-Day Swims

Coast Capital FREE Swim Sat Sat Tue

Sep 28 8:30-10:30pm Nov 16 12:30-3:30pm Dec 16 2:00-4:00pm

Every Pro Day come swim with us, enjoy games and inflatable fun!

Sept 23 – Water Walkway 1:00-4:30pm

Pumpkin Swim

Join our FunLeader for Pumpkin themed games and activities. At the END of the swim each family will get ONE pumpkin to take home for Halloween.

Sun Oct 27 1:00-3:00pm

Swim with Santa

Join Jolly old Saint Nick for a fun and festive afternoon in the pool. Bring a canned good and have your photo taken with Santa. Photos can be picked up the next day.

Sun Dec 22 1:00-3:00pm

Oct 25– Alligator 1:00-4:30pm Nov 22 - Kids Choice 1:00-4:30pm

Swim Diapers/Containment Briefs Pool Etiquette Those not yet potty trained or incontinant must wear a properly • Please follow the lane signs provided fitted swim diaper with swim suit or cover. Please help us reduce • Pass slower swimmers along the centre of the lane our pool closures as it is disappointing for everyone when the pool • Please swim in the lane suited to your speed and ability has to be closed due to pool foulings. For your convenience our • If you have questions or concerns about lane set up, please Reception Swim Shop sells a variety of children’s swim diapers for speak with a Lifeguard just $2.

Family Changerooms Camera Usage We ask any parents/guardians changing children over the age of No cameras, pictures, or video are permitted in the changerooms. seven to please use the family changerooms. It is strongly advised Please ask the Lifeguards on duty before taking any pictures in the you lock up all belongings.

Pool Area.

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Drop In Pool Schedule • Sept 5-Dec 22, 2013

Adults 16+ have access to the hot tub, sauna, steam room, as well as one lane in the lap pool at all times.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Programs & Family 9:00-10:00am

Lengths & Family 9:00-10:00am

Lengths & Family 5:30-8:00am Programs & Family- 8:00-11:30am (During this time waterfit and lessons will be running, please visit www.esquimalt.ca/recreaiton for more details)

NEW TIME!

Quiet Swim 11:30am-12:30pm

Programs 10:00-12:00pm

Programs & Leisure 12:30-1:00pm Programs & Leisure 1:00-3:00pm (When programs do not run during this time, enjoy an Everyone Welcome swim, please visit www.esquimalt. ca/recreation for details)

Everybody Welcome 1:00-4:00pm

!

Everybody Welcome 1:00-4:00pm

FUN LEADER on duty Everybody Welcome 12:00-4:00pm

Everybody Welcome 3:00-4:00pm Programs & Family Swim 4:00-6:00pm

Programs 4:00-7:00pm

Programs & Family Swim 4:00-6:00pm

Programs 4:00-6:00pm

Programs 4:00-7:00pm

Everyone Welcome 6:00-9:00pm $3 Admission

Everybody Welcome & Programs 7:00-9:00pm

Everyone

$2! Welcome

$2! Adult Swim 9:00-10:30pm

Programs & Family 4:00-6:00pm

Everybody Welcome 6:00-10:30pm

9:00-10:30pm

Everybody Welcome 6:00-9:00pm Adult

$2! Swim

9:00-10:30pm

Drop In Swim Descriptions Lengths & Family

Adults (16+), Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult 16+

Quiet Swim

Adults (16+), Parents w/ children under 2.

No music, springboard, spray features or music during this swim.

Programs

Adults have access to hot tub, sauna, steam room, river/vortex and one lap lane. Remaining lap pool space, lifestyle pool and tots pool are reserved for registered program participants.

Everybody Welcome & Programs

Programs will take up limited space in the main pool.

Programs & Family Swim

Limited space due to programs, one lane available for lap swimming, Children under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult, 16+.

Everybody Welcome

Pool is open to everyone, Children under 7 must be within arms reach of an adult at all times. Saturday and Sunday there is a Fun Leader on Duty 1:00-4:00pm

Adult Only

Adults (16+), $2 Admission

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PRIVATE Swim Lessons Registered BLOCK Private Lessons

$16.50/ 30 minute Lesson

Mon & Wed 9-11:30am 4-7pm

Tuesday

Thursday

Tue & Thu

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

4-7pm

4-7pm

4-7pm

4-6pm

9am-12pm

9am-12pm

Sept 9-Oct 9 (10)

Sept 10-Oct 29 (8)

Sept 12-Oct 24 (7)

Sept 10-Oct 10 (10)

Sept 14-Dec 14 (12)

Sept 15-Dec 15 (12)

Oct 16- Nov 20 (10)

Nov 25-Dec 18 (8)

Sept 13-Nov 1 (8)

Oct 15- Nov 14 (9) Nov 5-Dec 17 (7)

Nov 7-Dec 19 (7)

Nov 19-Dec 19 (10)

Nov 8- Dec 20 (7)

Note: • Progress cards are issued at the end of each set • We are NOT able to re-book any missed lesson HOWEVER please feel free to send a sibling, cousin or friend in place of the registered participant

Convenience Private Lessons • • • • • • •

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$25/ 30 minute Lesson

Available any day or time – when it fits your schedule Re-schedule up to 3 lessons as needed (with notice) Request your favourite instructor Book up to 2 people/lesson Register for 9 lessons and receive your 10th lesson for free Progress cards are issued when booking 5 or more lessons Call 250-412-8533 or email aquatics@esquimalt.ca

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community swim lessons

FALL

swim lessons Be a part of your child’s success!

• Second day cards will be issued with information regarding your child’s skill level. Please ensure the information is accurate. Please speak to a Lesson Leader at any time with any questions.

• Half way through your child’s lesson set, your instructor will be available to answer any questions you might have about your child’s success so far, and what you can do to help them.

community swim lesson pricing Registered Private Lesson

Water Tiny Jumping Babies Turtles Jellyfish

Pricing

$115.5/7

Tots 1

Tots 2/3

Swim Kids 1/2

Tots 4/5

$30.45/7

Swim Kids 3/4

Swim Kids 5/6/7

Swim Kids 8/9/10

$33.95/7

$42.70/7

$132/8

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$48.80/8

$148.5/9

$39.15/9

$43.65/9

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$165/10

$43.50/10

$48.50/10

$61.00/10

$198/12

$52.20/12

$58.20/12

$73.20/12

Session 1: Sept 9-Oct 9 (10) Parent’s Day Sept 25 Session 2: Oct 16- Nov 20 (10) Parent’s Oct 30 Session 3: Nov 25-Dec 18 (8) Parents Day Dec 4 Parent & Tot Tots Reg. Private Water Tiny Jumping 1 2/3 4/5 1 2 Lesson Babies Turtles Jellyfish

MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS Time 9:30-10:00am 10:00-10:30am 10:30-11:00am 11:00-11:30am 4:00-4:30pm 4:30-5:00pm 5:00-5:30pm

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4:00-4:30pm

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Session 1: Sept 10-Oct 10 (10) Session 2: Oct 15- Nov 14 (9) Session 3: Nov 19-Dec 19 (10) Parent & Tot Reg. Private Water Tiny Jumping Lesson Babies Turtles Jellyfish 1 •

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No Class Oct 31

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5:30-6:00pm

Parent’s Day Sept 25 Parent’s Oct 30

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NEW!

Session 1: Sept 12-Oct 24 (7) No Class Oct 31. Parent’s Day Oct 3 Session 2: Nov7-Dec 19 (7) Parent’s Day Nov 28

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4:30-5:00pm

6:30-7:00pm

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Tues

TUESDAYS OR THURSDAYS

Session 1: : Sept 10-Oct 29 (8) Parent’s Day Oct 1 Session 2: Nov 5-Dec 17 (7) Parents Day Nov 26

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maintained and only for classes that remain after the request has been made. A doctors note may be required for a full refund.

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SATURDAYS

Session 1: Sept 14-Dec 14 (12)

Parent’s Day Oct 26 No Class Oct 12 or Nov 9

Parent & Tot Reg. Private Water Tiny Jumping Lesson Babies Turtles Jellyfish

Time 9:00-9:30am

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aquatics Advanced Aquatics

Become a Swim Instructor

Become a Lifeguard

Step 1:

Pre-requisite: 13 yrs+ 41943 Wed/Fri Oct 2-11 4:00-9:00pm $140/4

Step 3: Standard First Aid & CPR C See description on next page under First Aid Training Recommended Age: 13 yrs+ 41952 Wed//Fri Oct 30-Nov 8 4:45-9:00pm $120/4

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Assistant Water Safety Instructor (AWSI) This course is a prerequisite to the Red Cross Water Step 1: Bronze Medallion Learn the components of water rescue skill, Safety Instructor course and covers the foundation judgement, knowledge and fitness. Candidates of instructional skills. 100% Participation required. learn independent and partner skills including Prerequisite: 15 yrs+ CPR, aquatic spinal recovery and first aid. 100% 41946 Thu/Sun Oct 17-Nov7 4:00-9:00pm/9:00am-6:00pm $260/7 Participantion required.

Pre-requisite: 13 yrs+ Step 2: Water Safety Instructor (WSI) 41943 Wed/Fri Sept 18-27 4:00-9:00pm $140/4 Prepares and certifies candidates to instruct the Red Cross Learn to Swim program. Candidates develop Step 2: Bronze Cross Learn the components of water rescue skill, instructional skills and lesson planning. They apply judgement, knowledge and fitness. Candidates learn their teaching skills and knowledge during 12 hours independent and partner skills including CPR, aquatic of practical teaching experience. 100% Participation spinal recovery and first aid. 100% Participantion is required.

Pre-requisite: Assistant Water Safety Instructor Cert. required.

Did you know you can receive

High School Credits for Advanced Aquatic Courses?

Step 4: National Lifeguard Service (NLS)

The final stage in becoming a Lifeguard. Included are: scanning, teamwork, hand signals, and basic pool chemistry and filtration. 100% participation is required.

Pre-requisites: 16 yrs+; Bronze Cross (not current); SFA/CPR-C 41945 Wed/Sat Nov 13-Dec 7 4:00-9:00pm/12:00-8:00pm $320/7

Lifeguard School

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*** Registration deadline for all advanced courses is 7 business days before the course starts. A copy of prerequisites must be provided when registering. ***

NEW!

Are you interested in becoming a lifeguard? Don’t want to spend the time waiting for all the courses you need to run? Great news, you can start your courses in the Fall and be fully certified to work by Jan 2014!

Esquimalt’s Lifeguard school will also provide you with the opportunity to acquire volunteer hours, join the Esquimalt Aquatics team for training sessions, and work with the staff to get you prepped for employment in aquatics when you are finished. Sign up for Lifeguard School and pay 10% less than registering for each course individually. Payment plans are available.

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Continuing Aquatics Jr Lifeguard Club

Looking for a great way to prepare your tween for lifeguard training? Keep them involved with swimming and build leadership, confidence and team building skills while staying fit. Jr Lifeguard Club will focus on swimming skills, first aid, and water rescue skills, great prep for Bronze Medallion when they turn 13. Receive a %10 discount when you register for the entire SeptDec session!

41847 Tues Sept 17-Dec 17 7:00-8:00pm $100/14 41846 Tues Sept 17-Oct 29 7:00-8:00pm $56/7 41848 Tues Nov 5 -Dec 17 7:00-8:00pm $56/7

Jr Masters

Swim for fitness, swim for fun! Jr. Masters offers an opportunity for children who have completed level 10 or equivalent to maintain theiraquatic fitness in a safe and fun environment. Swims will include drills to improve strokes and speed as well as games and relays. Receive a %10 discount when you register for the entire SeptDec session!

41850 Thu Sept 19-Dec 19 7:00-8:00pm $94/13 41849 Thu Sept 19-Oct 24 7:00-8:00pm $48/6

No Class Oct 31, 2013 41856 Thu Nov 7-Dec 19 7:00-8:00pm $56/7

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Adult Swim Lessons Red Cross Swim Basics 1 & 2

Set your personal goals with your instructor depending on your skill level and comfort level. This course is tailored to each individual whether you are working on floats and glides or developing your front and back crawl, we will work with you based on your needs.

41843 Sat Sept 14-Dec14 8:15-9:00am $84/12

No Class Oct 12 or Nov 9

Red Cross Swim Strokes

Work towards stroke proficiency and increase your endurance. Work with your instructor to set your goals and priorities.

41845 Sat Sept 14-Dec14 8:15-9:00am $84/12

No Class Oct 12 or Nov 9

First Aid Courses Standard First Aid & CPR C

This course provides comprehensive first aid training covering CPR-C Certification. This first responder course includes land spinals, head injuries, respiratory disorders, simple fractures, bleeding and shock for infants to adults. An introduction to using a defibulator (AED) is also included.

41952 Wed//Fri Oct 30-Nov 8 4:45-9:00pm $120/4 SFA Re-cert 41968 Sat 41969 Fri

Sep 28 Dec 20

9:00am-6:00pm $52/1 9:00am-6:00pm $52/1

CPR C Re-cert 41970 Sat 41971 Fri

Sept 28 Dec 20

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arena programs Archie Browning Sports Centre • Sept 3-Dec 21, 2013 Sunday

Monday

Everyone Welcome Skate!

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Stick & Puck Stick & Puck Drop In Everyone 16+ 16+ Adult $3 Hockey 16+ Welcome $3 11:30-12:50pm 11:30-12:50pm 11:30-12:50pm Skate Helmets, sticks & Helmets, sticks & Skate Full gear 11:30-12:50pm

Cougars Pond Hockey 2:10-3:00pm Helmets, sticks & gloves required

Tuesday

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Registered Skating Programs

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Everyone Welcome $3 Skate!

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Everyone Welcome Skate!

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Hockey Lessons Little Nucks (4-6yrs)

An introduction to the sport of hockey, teaching your child the basic skills of the game in a fun and safe environment. Participants must be able to skate the width of the ice on their own. Helmet (with facemask) and gloves are mandatory.

41784 Tue Sep 17-Oct 29 4:30-5:00pm $49/7 41785 Tue Nov 5-Dec 17 4:30-5:00pm $49/7

IceBreakers (7-10yrs)

An introduction to the sport of hockey for those children not playing in Minor Hockey.

This structured program will teach your child the basic skills of the game of hockey (noncontact). Games will be played each week to ensure maximum fun and involvement! Helmet (with facemask) and gloves are mandatory.

41788 Tue Sep 17-Oct 29 5:00-5:30pm $49/7 41789 Tue Nov 5-Dec 17 5:00-5:30pm $49/7

Lions Skate with Santa Don’t miss this special skate! Santa is coming to Archie Browning Sports Centre. Join Santa on the ice for skating, games, and fun. The Lion’s Club of Esquimalt will be providing hot chocolate and hot dogs for all skaters. $2 +non perishable food item

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arena programs School Age Beginners Levels 1-3 (5-11yrs)

Parent & Tot (2-4yrs)

First time skaters will get comfortable on the ice with an adult, to assist their child in accomplishing the basics of skating. The instructor will circulate class to assist the group.

Skills adults will work on with their child are: balancing on two feet, touching toes, marching, falling down and getting up! Participants must wear skates.

41762 Tue Sep 17-Oct 29 4:00-4:30pm $40/7 41763 Tue Nov 05-Dec 17 4:00-4:30pm $40/7

Preschool Age (3-5yrs) Participants will be taught basic skating skills including: walking forwards, marching, and falling down and getting up, gliding, two foot jumps, making snow, and walking backwards.

More advanced skills include v-pushes, one foot gliding, two foot jump while gliding, walking backwards with some glide, stopping, walking cross cuts, and backwards stopping.

Participants will be assessed on the first day of class and placed in the appropriate level.

41766 Tue Sep 17-Oct 29 4:00-4:30pm $51/7 41767 Tue Nov 5-Dec 17 4:00-4:30pm $51/7

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Participants will be taught basic skating skills including: marching forward, making snow, falling down and getting up, forward sculling, one foot forward glides, walking backwards with some glide, one foot glides on a curve, forwards walking cross cuts, backwards skating and sculling, and snowplow stop. Participants will be assessed on the first day of class and placed in the appropriate level.

41771 Tue Sep 17-Oct 29 4:30-5:00pm $49/7 41772 Tue Nov 5-Dec 17 4:30-5:00pm $49/7 41775 Tue Sep 17-Oct 29 5:00-5:30pm $49/7 41776 Tue Nov 5-Dec 17 5:00-5:30pm $49/7

Advanced Levels 4-6 (5-11yrs)

Participants will be taught more advanced skating skills including two foot stop, forwards crosscuts, turning forwards to backwards and backwards to forwards, backwards Mohawk turn, two foot stop in both directions, one foot jump gliding forward, fast backwards start and fast forward start from back stop.

41778 Tue Sep 17-Oct 29 4:30-5:00pm $49/7 41782 Tue Nov 5-Dec 17 4:30-5:00pm $49/7 41779 Tue Sep 17-Oct 29 5:00-5:30pm $49/7 41783 Tue Nov 5-Dec 17 5:00-5:30pm $49/7

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curling programs FREE

Start Curling Program (19yrs+)

The program will be comprised of new and inexperienced curlers who wish to learn all aspects of the game over an 8 week curling program. Each session will include instruction to build your skills in all areas of the sport so that by the end of the course you are ready to join a league.

41792 Sun Oct 20-Dec 8 7:00-9:00pm $120/8

Curling Clinic Open House Sunday Sept 29 1:00-4:00pm

Esquimalt Curling Club Esquimalt Curling Club Executive President

Lei Davies

250-477-7429

Secretary

Sandra Harden

250-744-1200

Vice President

Mike Pedneault

250-383-5808

Treasurer

Lynn Hoadley

250-479-2946

League Contacts Afternoon Ladies League

Mon 12:30-2:30pm

Logistic League

Wed 3:30-5:30pm

Esquimalt High School Curling Academy

Tue/Wed/Thu

Evening Ladies League

Tue 6:45-8:45pm

Fiona Miyoshi

250-595-6288

Inter-Club Development League

Sun 12:00-4:00pm

Len Stewart

250-590-3069

Men’s League

Mon 6:30-10:45pm

Ken Whitehead

250-385-6593

Rebels Mixed League

Fri 7:00-9:00pm

Elisabeth Nelson

250-382-7275

Senior Mixed League

Thu 9:50-12:00pm

Bob Ion

250-592-4204

Senior Select League

Mon 9:30-11:30am

Wed 9:30-11:30am

Dave Davies

250-477-7429

Senior’s Men League

Tue 9:30-11:30am

Fri 9:3011:30am

Al Teasdale

250-479-3149

Sportsmen’s League

Sat 9:30-11:30am

Ken O’Connor

250-382-0143

Sunday Funday Mixed League

Sun 4:30-6:30pm

Samantha Cameron

250-661-4925

White Ensign Mixed League

Thu 6:30-10:30pm

Kelvin Nelson

250-382-7275

Youth League

Mon 4:00-5:30

Rachelle Perry

250-920-0921

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Thu 1:30-3:30pm

Maureen Blaseckie 250-388-4984 Boyd Clark

12:30-3:15pm Trish Fortier

Wed 6:45-10:45pm

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Your Helpful Staff Director of Parks & Recreation Scott Hartman | 250-412-8509 scott.hartman@esquimalt.ca

Programmer - Fitness & Wellness Melissa Wight | 250-412-8502 fitness@esquimalt.ca

Facility Booking Clerk Francis Mathieson | 250-412-8525 francis.mathieson@esquimalt.ca

Parks & Facilities Manager Rick Daykin | 250-412-8508 rick.daykin@esquimalt.ca

Community Development Vicki Klyne | 250-412-8511 vicki.klyne@esquimalt.ca

Arena and Events Supervisor Todd Boothroyd | 250-412-8515 todd.boothroyd@esquimalt.ca

Recreation Manager Jeff Byron | 250-412-8517 jeff.byron@esquimalt.ca

Programmer - Adult & Arts Gillian Rowan | 250-412-8532 gillian.rowan@esquimalt.ca

Program Support Eileen Abbott | 250-412-8513 eileen.abbott@esquimalt.ca

Recreation Coordinator Dan Henderson | 250-412-8507 dan.henderson@esquimalt.ca

Programmer - Aquatics & Sports Meghan Nicklin | 250-412-8505 aquatics@esquimalt.ca

Youth Services Supervisor Dan Pauls | 250-412-8523 dan.pauls@esquimalt.ca

Out of School Care Supervisor Reception Supervisor Programmer - Children’s Services Megan MacKeigan | 250-412-8506 Gabe Bosworth-Rumm250-412-8503 Shelann Kowalewsky 250-412-8512 | osc@esquimalt.ca registration@esquimalt.ca megan.mackeigan@esquimalt.ca

In Your Communty

BC Special Olympics www.victoriaspecialolympics.com

Victoria Wheelchair Sports www.victoriawheelchairsports.ca

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Esquimalt Anglers eanglers@islandnet.com

COMMUNITY SERVICES

Boys & Girls Club www.bgvic.org

Emergency Preparedness Meagan Thompson 250-414-7126

Esquimalt Baseball Assoc. esquimaltbaseball@gmail.com

Esquimalt Curling Club Esquimalt Chamber of Commerce www.esquimaltcurlingclub.ca esquimaltchamberofcommerce.com Esquimalt Female Hockey Esquimalt Kiwanis Club Teri Cotton 250-478-5203 www.kiwanisvictoria.com Esquimalt Garden Club Esquimalt Lions Club paulwickens@shaw.ca www.lionsdistrict19-i.org Esquimalt Photo Club Public Library - Esquimalt www.esquimaltphotoclub.ca www.gvpl.ca 250-414-7198 Esquimalt Speed Skating Club www.esquimaltspeedskating.com Rock Solid www.rocksolid.bc.ca Gorge Soccer Assoc. www.gorgesoccer.ca Royal Canadian Legion BR#172 www.legion172.com Greater Victoria Minor Football Assoc.

SPECIAL INTEREST information@victoriafootball.ca 1st Arbutus Scouts, Cubs, Beavers, Venturers & Rovers Victoria/Esquimalt Minor Hockey 1arbutus@victoriascouts.ca Victoriaminorhockey.ca Girl Guides of Canada www.svigirlguides.bc.ca

Esquimalt Neighbourhood House www.enh.bc.ca John Howard Society www.johnhoward.victoria.bc.ca Military Family Resource Centre www.esquimaltmfrc.com Ministry of Child & Family Development www.gov.nbc.ca/mcf Princess Patricia Light Infantry Army www.army.gc.ca/ppcli

Single Parent Resource Centre www.singleparentvictoria.ca Vancouver Island Health Authority www.viha.ca Esq. Public Health Unit 250-519-5311 Victoria Police Block Watch www.vicpd.ca/about-us/programs/ block-watch.aspx Victoria Police Community Resources Cst. Franco Bruchetta 250-995-7502

Victoria/Esquimalt Minor Lacrosse Victoria Police Department eagles@velax.com West Division 250-995-7502

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municipal archives LOCATION: 1149 A Esquimalt Rd. Under Mcdonald’s - use west side entrance PHONE: 250-412-8540 EMAIL: gregory.evans@esquimalt.ca WEBSITE: esquimalt.ca/Main/archives. htm HOURS: Monday-Friday 9:00am-12:00pm

Come & pay us a visit!

The advent of the 100th anniversary of World War I is almost upon us. By the fall of 1914, thousands of young Canadians had taken up the call to arms. Over 400,000 Canadians would eventually serve overseas in what would be called “The War to End All Wars,” many of them from Esquimalt. The first Canadian troops to arrive in France were the Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry, formed at the outbreak of the war and a regiment with a close connection to Esquimalt.

Work Point Barracks became a key training centre. Private Charles Durfee Harper, reported in 1917 that “Each man has a cot, straw mattress, pillow, two sheets and four blankets and a shelf over his cot and pegs for his uniforms. The building is of brick with lots of windows – light, snug and warm. Our room is heated by a coal stove and also has two open fire places. It is pretty cozy, in the evenings, to sit about the fire studying.” This would prove to be a far cry from the death and disease of the Western Front.

The Archives has information on the men and women from Esquimalt who served in World War I. We are dedicated to preserving this and all aspects of our community’s heritage and you can help. If you have material that could help us tell this story, please let us know. Also, we are very interested in finding city directories from the 1950s and 1960s. Did you know, the Archives can help you research your family, your house, your neighbourhood and other interests?

Have your child’s birthday at the Esquimalt Recreation Centre!

y a d h t r i B Parties Do It Yourself: Swim or Skate Party Enjoy a swim or skate during an Everyone Welcome session before heading to one of our rooms for food, cake and presents.

For more information & to book a Swim or Skate Party please contact Francis Mathieson at 250-412-8525.

Gym Party Packages!

Party with us! Relax and enjoy your child’s birthday while we take care of the details. A Birthday Party Host will set up the party room with balloons, table clothes, and IKEA plates/ cutlery; greet your party; supervise the Bouncy Castle; hand out food/ cake; play games with the children; help with presents; and clean up all the mess!

Parties must be booked two weeks in advance; payment in full is required upon confirmation of your party booking. For full Parties must be booked two weeks in advance; payment in full is required upon confirmation of your party booking. For full refunds, refunds, cancellations must be made fiveSaturdays business days before cancellations must be made five business days before party.your party.

Birthday Parties are offered on &your Sundays.

Up to 15 children for $185 (+tax)

For bookings & availability call 250-412-8500.

Parties must be booked two weeks in advance; payment in full is required upon confirmation of your party booking. For full refunds, cancellations must be made 5 business days before your party.

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esquimalt emergency program We offer free Individual and Family Preparedness, Disaster First Aid and Light Urban Search and Rescue to Esquimalt residents.

Program details available at www.esquimalt.ca/prepare or see below.

For more information or to leave a message call 250-4128543 esquimaltess@esq-eoc.com

Volunteer with Us!

Would you like to support your community through volunteer work AND be better prepared for an emergency or disaster?

The Esquimalt Emergency Program is seeking Emergency Social Services (ESS) and Emergency Radio Communications (COMMS) volunteers. Visit www.esquimalt.ca/ preparevolunteer for more details.

Programs

Pre-registration is required.

Emergency Radio Communications

We are recruiting local residents to provide communication services to support Emergency Operations to the Township in the event of a major emergency or disaster.

All training provided. Team meets weekly on Wednesdays evenings to test systems and practice their skills.

For more information about this volunteer opportunity, please contact john.fuller@ esquimalt.ca or call 250-412-7120.

Light and Urban Search and Rescue (LUSAR)

This course is provided over 2 sessions with on session being classroom theory, followed by the Esquimalt Neighbourhood Emergency hands-on session where an abandoned building Preparedness Program (NEPP) is used to simulate a post earthquake residence.

A 2 hour presentation to show you how to know Participants must have attended NEPP and the risks, have a plan and make your emergency Disaster Frist Aid sessions. preparedness kit.

42446 Thu Oct 17 6:00-9:00pm & Sat Oct 19 9:00am-12:00pm 42447 Wed Sep 25 7:00-9:00pm 42479 Sat Sep 28 10:00am-12:00pm 42480 Sat Nov 23 10:00am-12:00pm

Esquimalt Emergency Program Disaster First Aid

This 6 hour class provides hands-on, training sessions. Providing basic first aid techniques for the lay person in a disaster.

42444 Sat Oct 5 9:00am-4:00pm

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esquimalt community library Esquimalt Branch 1231 Esquimalt Road (Back of the Town Hall/Library Building, facing on the Town Square)

Library Hours Mon, Tues, Wed & Sat: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm Thur & Fri: 10:00am-9:00pm Sun: 1:00-5:00pm (October-April)

Registered School-Aged Programs Registration begins September 3.

Lego at the Library

For ages 6-10. If you like stories and building with

For adult programs and computer classes please check Lego, join us for a story time that’s sure to put a our website at www.gvpl.ca. smile on your face. We’ll supply the Lego and

you can use your imagination to construct your own creation that we’ll display in the Library. For a project that you can take home, please bring your own Lego.

Monday September 23, 2:30-3:30 pm

Story Club

For ages 5-8. Listen to stories, talk about your favourite books, and enjoy fun activities. Snacks included! This club is for kids who love stories regardless of reading ability. Register online or call your local branch for more information.

Tuesdays 3:15-4:15 pm September 24, October 29, December 3

Drop-In Early Literacy Programs No Registration is required.

Baby Time

Christmas Iron Chef For ages 10-12.

Kitchen Stadium is invading the library for this fun foodie program. Think you have what it takes to be GVPL’s next Iron Chef? You will have one hour to prepare delicious (no bake) dishes with the seasonal ingredients we provide, then library staff gourmands will taste test each dish to decide whose culinary skills reign supreme.

Ingredients provided will not include nuts, dairy or eggs. Register online or call your local branch for more information.

Tuesday December 10, 3:15-4:15 pm

For babies 0-15 months and caregivers. Learn songs, rhymes and finger plays to use with your Drop-in Christmas Craft baby every day. Wednesdays, 11:00-11:30 am, Everyone welcome; children under 3 must be September 18 – October 23 accompanied by an adult. What’s December without a little (okay, a lot) of sparkle and trim?

Family Story Time We supply the materials and samples, and you Fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes and puppets. supply the imagination and enthusiasm! No For young children and their families; children registration required under 3 must be accompanied by an adult.

Saturday December 14, 10:30-11:30 am Wednesdays, 10:15-10:45 am, September 18 – December 4

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LifeMark - Serving Esquimalt’s Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation Needs Rehabilitation LifeMark Health can provide all your therapy needs within the Esquimalt Recreation Centre including Exercise Therapy (water and land based), Physiotherapy, Acupuncture and Massage Therapy. Our team of therapists work with you, your doctor and those involved with your treatment, to ensure the most appropriate program is developed for you. We have experience working with ICBC, WorkSafe, Short Term Disability plans, and private patients.

Active Rehabilitation Water Therapy Water exercises assist with early mobilization, reducing pain, promoting early recovery, decreasing impact on joints, improving muscle conditioning, range of motion and managing chronic pain. We can assist those recovering from a motor vehicle accident (ICBC), work related injury (WorkSafe), or wanting a healthier lifestyle.

Exercise Therapy We can provide exercise programs to improve CORE strength, posture, weight loss, strength, stamina & mobility.

Cost (Private) for Water and Exercise Therapy: Initial Assessment $61.90+gst 60 minute session $61.90+gst 30 minute session $33.33+gst 8 sessions ($31.25+hst/30 min) $250+gst 12 sessions ($30+hst/30 min)$360+gst 20 sessions ($28+hst/30 min)$560+gst Funding may be available through ICBC, Veterans Please call for more information.

Physiotherapy (No referral required) Our team of Physiotherapists can assess and provide treatment to assist you in your recovery, and we provide treatment for ICBC, WorkSafe, Long & Cost: Initial Assessment $75 30 minute session $60 Call to book your appointment.

Acupuncture (No referral required) Call for dates and times.

Cost: Initial Assessment (1.5 hours)$125 60 minute session $85 If you have questions or would like to learn more about Acupuncture please call to book a free 20 minute consultation (Two 20 minute consultations per month are available).

Massage Therapy (No referral required) Call for dates and times.

Cost: 30 minute $52.39+gst 45 minute $71.43+gst 60 minute $90.48+gst Call to book your appointment.

Fitness Health Screen This evaluation with our Kinesiologist will measure body composition, girth measurements, blood pressure, Cost: 60 minute session $65 Please call to book your evaluation.

Referral Program To express our appreciation for your support, let us know when you refer a friend or family member and we’ll enter your name into a draw for a complimentary massage, acupuncture or exercise therapy session.

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