Ladysmith Parks, Recreation and Culture 2023 Winter Activity Guide

Admissions

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Registrations

Full payment is required at time of registration. All registrations are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Sadly, excellent programs are sometimes cancelled when people wait until the last minute to register. We need to make decisions three to five days prior to the start date of our programs to allow for proper preparation. Please register early to avoid disappointment.

Cancellations

Programs are subject to cancellation due to insufficient registration or changes in facility operation. If this occurs, a full refund will be issued. The refund will be issued based on the method of payment. In the event that a program or an individual class is cancelled, every attempt will be made to have the class or program rescheduled.

Refunds

FOR LESSONS AND REGISTERED PROGRAMS

Five or more days before course starts No cost to withdraw

Medical withdrawals

In cases of extended illness or injury a prorated refund or credit may be granted upon provision of a medical note.

Classes missed due to vacation or other reasons will not be refunded or credited.

how to REGISTER

Online Registration: Click on the red course codes within this guide or visit www.reccowichan.ca to register for any courses offered through Ladysmith Parks, Recreation and Culture.

Telephone: Call 250.245.6424 during office hours and use your Visa or Mastercard. Full payment is required at time of registration. See page 1 for reception hours.

In Person: Visit the Frank Jameson Community Centre at 810-6th Ave., Ladysmith during office hours. Payment is accepted by cash, cheque, credit or debit card.

FOR ADVANCED AQUATICS, CAMPS, FIRST AID & CAREER TRAINING

Seven or more days before course starts No cost to withdraw $5 refund processing fee

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Medical withdrawals

If you feel sick, please stay home. Call 250.245.6424 and your session will be refunded or credited.

Leisure Access Program

What is the Leisure Access Program?

The Town of Ladysmith, Department of Parks, Recreation & Culture provides a fee subsidy to Ladysmith residents who are in financial need. The subsidy enhances access to recreation and is available for admissions and program registration in Ladysmith. Proof of income and residency is required to determine the eligibility for the program.

Who Can Apply?

To be eligible for assistance, applicants must be residents of Ladysmith and have a total household income below Stats Canada low-income cutoffs.

In cases of extended illness or injury a prorated refund or credit may be granted upon provision of a medical note.

Classes missed due to vacation or other reasons will not be refunded or credited.

What can the Leisure Access Program be used for? The program includes a 50-percent

Early Years & Childrens Programs

Music

Jump into Music (6months-4yrs)

This one-of-a-kind music and movement program engages, educates, and entertains parent and child on a musical journey around the world. Stimulate mind/body/spirit through diverse activities creating a well-rounded experience! A great way for families to bond, gaining exposure to musical rudiments and culture. Parent assistance is required. Call to register for 25% sibling discount.

Instructor: Orith Horwitz

FJCC Program Room

Fridays, January 20 - March 17

10:00-10:50am $126/9 sessions 53288

General Interest

Infant Massage Workshop

Join Chelsy, Registered Massage Therapist, for a one hour infant massage workshop. Learn some simple and effective techniques for your baby.

Breastfeeding and crying baby friendly!

Instructor: Chelsy Arnett

FJCC Program Room

Monday, February 13

10:00-11:00am $29/1 session 53246

Monday, February 27 12:00-1:00pm $29/1 session 53248

Sports & Activities

Super Sport Sampler (7-10yrs)

Join Coach K for a basic introduction to games that are international, popular, adaptive and inclusive. Equipment provided to learn techniques and strategies, practice fundamental skills, and play games with caring adults, nutritious snacks and motivational stories.

Instructor: Nathan Kinsey FJCC Gymnasium Tuesdays, January 10 - March 7 2:45-4:15pm $120/8 sessions 53293

Dance

Intro to Jazz (5-10yrs)

Learn fundamentals of jazz dance in this progressive class. Work on various steps, choreography, and flexibility… not only will you work hard, you’ll have a great time learning to dance to the fun upbeat music too. No experience necessary!

Instructor: Rhythm Dance FJCC Upper Hall Wednesdays, January 11 - February 15

Schools Out Days

Adventure Zone Daycamp Pro-D Activities (5-12yrs)

PLAY, CREATE and EXPLORE with ADVENTURE

ZONE DAYCAMP! The day is full of crafts, sports, games, STEM activities, and new friendships. We’ll go swimming too! Our passionate, experienced leaders create a FUN, SAFE, and FRIENDLY environment all while having a blast!

Frank Jameson Community Centre Monday, February 6

9:00am-3:00pm $37/1 session 53258 Tuesday, February 7 9:00am-3:00pm $37/1 session 53259

Adventure Zone Daycamp Spring Break Activities (5-12yrs)

Plan ahead and register for Adventure Zone Daycamp - Spring Break Activities! It’s a wonderful opportunity for kids to meet new friends while doing activities they love: sports, crafts, games, SWIM...and having lots of fun!

Frank Jameson Community Centre

Monday - Friday, March 13 - 17

9:00am-3:00pm $185/5 sessions 53354

Monday - Friday, March 20 - 24 9:00am-3:00pm $185/5 sessions 53355

Friday Night HOOPS (8-13yrs)

Join us for a fun night of basketball skills, drills and games! Focus is on PLAY. All skill levels welcome. FJCC Gymnasium Fridays, January 13 - March 10 Ages 8-10 6:00-7:00pm $30/9 sessions 53426 Ages 11-13 7:00-8:00pm $30/9 sessions 53427

Ages 5-7 3:30-4:15pm $60/6 sessions 53350 Ages 8-10 4:30-5:15pm $60/6 sessions 53351

Intro to Ballet (5-7yrs)

In these classes, little dancers develop a broad range of dance and movement skills incorporating components such as music awareness, play using creative imagination, and dance focusing on body awareness, flexibility, posture, and poise. This class leads the students naturally into further study of ballet and other dance forms.

Instructor: Rhythm Dance FJCC Upper Hall

Fridays, January 13 - February 17

3:30-4:15pm $60/6 sessions 53352

SPRING BREAK!

Game On Sports Camp (5-12yrs)

Join Coach K for a week of games and play activities that focus on FUN and are designed to enhance your love of sports. Through a variety of games you will practice fundamental movement skills like running, jumping, kicking and throwing. Please dress for indoor and outdoor play.

Instructor: Nathan Kinsey Aggie Hall Monday - Friday, March 13 - 17 9:00am-3:00pm $185/5 sessions 53353

Youth Programs

General Interest

Red Cross Stay Safe! (9-13yrs)

Real-world scenarios often call on children to respond to challenges. The Stay Safe! program teaches applicable and age-appropriate skills, while increasing and reinforcing a youth’s capacity to improve his or her own safety. Whether in their community or on their own, this group will be given better tools to Stay Safe! in a variety of different situations.

Prerequisite: Minimum 9 years of age or completion of grade 3.

FJCC Program Room

Sunday, March 5

9:30am-4:30pm $45/1 session 53262

Red Cross Babysitter Training (11-16yrs)

The Canadian Red Cross Babysitting course covers everything from managing difficult behaviors to essential content on leadership and professional conduct as a babysitter. Babysitting promises to deepen and enhance the responsibility that older youth feel when caring for younger children. This updated curriculum, complete with new science, also provides improved learning when it comes to giving the appropriate care in the event of an emergency.

Prerequisite: Minimum 11 years old or completion of grade 5.

FJCC Meeting Room

Monday & Tuesday, February 6 & 7 (Pro-D days) 9:30am-1:30pm $65/2 sessions 53261

High Five: Principles of Healthy Child Development for Leaders (15yrs+)

This High Five training provides participants with a nationally recognized certification that will assist them in working with children’s programs in sport, recreation and education. The focus is ensuring each child’s social, emotional and cognitive needs are being met. This certification program helps leaders gain more confidence, knowledge, and tools when leading children’s programs. Learn best practices for healthy childhood development, and how to create environments where children thrive.... AND earn a certificate too! Snacks provided.

Instructor: Matt Arnett

FJCC Rec Room

Thursday, March 9

3:30-7:30pm $95/1 session 53441

ONLINE: Click on the corresponding red course code to be taken to the course registration page on www.reccowichan.ca

TELEPHONE: Call 250.245.6424 Please have the course code ready to ensure fast & correct registration.

Registration begins Monday, December 5th @ 7:00am

Youth Zone Pre-Teen Program (10-14yrs)

Calling all pre-teens ages 10-14 years - this awesome program is for you! You can play sports in the gym, use the gaming tables, play board games, and more. Want to try something new?

Come tell our leaders your ideas! Register today - space is limited!

FJCC Rec Room/Gymnasium Wednesdays, January 11 - March 8 2:45-4:15pm FREE/9 sessions 53300

YOUth Zone (13-18yrs)

Bring your friends and come and join our awesome YOUth Leaders for Friday Night’s in the Rec Room. Weekly themes, activities and fun for YOUth in YOUr space.

FJCC Rec Room Fridays, January 13 - March 10 6:00-8:00pm FREE No registration required!

EVERY TUESDAY @ lunchtime

Bring your lunch & come hang out in the rec room!

NEW!! Cooking with Matt (13yrs+)

Matt loves to cook! Come join him in the Home Ec Room afterschool on Tuesdays for 4 weeks of learning, making and tasting great food!

Instructor: Matt Arnett

LSS Home Ec Room

Tuesdays, January 24 - February 14 3:30-5:00pm $40/4 sessions 53373

Sports & Activities

NEW!! Youth Introduction to Weightlifting (13-16yrs)

Curious about using the Fitness Centre?

Youth ages 13-15 are welcome to use the Fitness Centre unsupervised upon completion of the Youth Orientation.

For more details on the Youth Orientation and how to get started, see page 16.

Youth weightlifting is a specialized training group. LPRC has developed a NEW program that gives youth the opportunity to learn fundamental movement skills and safe progressions in a weight room setting. How does this program differ from our Youth Orientation? This is a 10week program that builds progressively with an emphasis on safe and proper training technique and most importantly is fully supervised by a qualified professional. This program provides an opportunity for youth to enhance their training and practice exercises beyond bodyweight and machines. As this is a NEW pilot program, LPRC will be offering this program in small groups with a qualified instructor in the fitness center.

Our Youth Orientation is recommended before beginning this program.

Tuesdays, January 17 - March 21

3:30-4:30pm $125/10 sessions 53664

Thursdays, January 19 - March 23

3:30-4:30pm $125/10 sessions 53665

NO DROP-INS

Adult Programs

Beginner Watercolours (15yrs+)

Join Cim MacDonald for a workshop introduction to the art of watercolours. This course is for those with limited or no experience with watercolours. Discover the unique delight and challenge of using this medium. Through colour mixing and paint application you will be introduced to the variety and possibilities of watercolours.

Instructor: Cim MacDonald FJCC Program Room

Saturdays, January 14 - February 4 10:00am-12:00pm $140/4 sessions 53356

Dance

Square Dance (15yrs+)

Be part of a community, get your steps in, lose yourself in something, and have fun. Square dancing is the perfect form of dance for people who don’t consider themselves to be dancers - all you have to do is step in time to the music to do the move that the caller tells you to do. Our music is varied across genres and time periods. Singles or couples equally welcome!

Instructor: Mike Munro

Aggie Hall

Mondays, January 9 - March 27

6:30-8:30pm $66/11 sessions 53358 $8.00 drop-in (space permitting)

Languages

Beginner French (15yrs+)

Revitalize one’s interest in learning the spirited language of French. This class is ideal for beginners.

Instructor: Bev Hiscock

FJCC Program Room

Tuesdays, January 17 - February 21 6:30-8:00pm $99/6 sessions 53271

Spanish for Travelling - Level 1 (16yrs+)

These sessions offer effective communication skills for tourist and business travelers in any Spanish speaking country. You will learn and practice phrases and sentences that cover from asking for directions, making reservations, to ordering dinner -- also, shopping, services, real estate and emergency situations.

Instructor: Martha Fortin

FJCC Program Room

Mondays, February 6 - March 20

6:00-7:15pm $110/6 sessions 53277

Spanish for Travelling - Level 2 (16yrs+)

This conversational course is the continuation of Level 1: to learn and practice more vocabulary, verbs, and improve communication skills.

Instructor: Martha Fortin

FJCC Program Room

Mondays, February 6 - March 20 7:20-8:50pm $110/6 sessions 53275

Mind, Body & Soul

Aging, Wisdom & Spirituality (18yrs+)

Join Harold for an exploration of aging processes, life review, theories of psycho-social developments and aspirational challenges, while considering care-needs, support agencies, and questions about the meaning and purpose of human life.

Instructor: Harold Rosen

FJCC Program Room

Thursdays, January 12 - February 16 6:30-8:00pm $60/6 sessions 53284

Home Decor & Garden

Designing Gardens for Pollinators (15yrs+)

Join Emony and discover what all the buzz is about our pollinators - learn about native pollinators, their importance to ecosystems and our food supply, and the issues they are facing. Find out how these bees and butterflies and birds like to live and what they like to eat, with practical information on creating a garden in the southern Vancouver Island region that will be a pollinator paradise. And if the flowers are blooming, we will learn how to identify some of the common pollinators in your garden.

Instructor: Emony Nicholls

FJCC Program Room

Wednesday, March 22 6:00-8:00pm $35/1 session 53372

Spring Garden Prep (15yrs+)

Join Matt at the DigIt! Garden to learn some tricks and tips to prep your garden and to keep your garden healthy and thriving this Summer. Everyone will go home with new ideas and a small plant.

Instructor: Matt Arnett Dig It Garden - 444 Parkhill Terrace Wednesday, March 29 5:00-6:00pm $20/1 session 53357

Outdoor Activities

Survive Outside Workshop (13yrs+)

Statistics show that each year across Canada there are approximately 5,000 ground Search and Rescue incidents. They involve all types of outdoor enthusiasts, from hikers and skiers to backcountry travellers and boaters. AdventureSmart encourages you to have fun and play, but always be informed and prepared before you set out. Time spent gaining this extra knowledge and skills can help reverse the SAR incident trend. The Survive Outside program is a great way to learn the value of preparation for safety in outdoor activities.

Instructor: Ladysmith Search & Rescue

FJCC Program Room

Wednesday, February 8 6:30-8:00pm $5/1 session 53297 Tuesday, March 7 6:30-8:00pm $5/1 session 53298

Fly Fishing for Beginnners (15yrs+)

Join Bill Luscombe, well known outdoor writer and photographer, for 7 special sessions learning the art of fly fishing. Bill will lead the class in all the basic aspects of fly-fishing, from equipment to techniques and everything in between. This class usually fills quickly so register early. A 3 hour practical casting day is included immediately after the classroom casting lesson (Sunday, Jan 29 rain or shine).

Instructor: Bill Luscombe

FJCC Meeting Room

Thursdays, January 12 - February 23 7:00-9:30pm $179/7 sessions 53231

how to REGISTER

Sports & Activities

Intro to Pickleball (16yrs+)

ONLINE: Click on the corresponding red course code to be taken to the course registration page on www.reccowichan.ca TELEPHONE: Call 250.245.6424 Please have the course code ready to ensure fast & correct registration.

Registration begins Monday, December 5th @ 7:00am

A paddle sport created for all ages and skill levels. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players. This 6 week workshop series will cover the rules of the game, basic serving and hitting, and some strategies for game play. All equipment provided.

FJCC Gymnasium Wednesdays, January 11 - February 15 11:45am-1:15pm $57/6 sessions 53276

Soccer at the Turf (13yrs+)

Two-nice Table Games for Spunky Older Adults (55yrs+)

Calling all Spunky Older Adults (55+)... Come join us for a social morning of games. Table tennis, billiards and board games. We’ll have the equipment out and the coffee on!

FJCC Rec Room

Thursdays, January 12 - March 9 9:30-11:00am $2 drop in

Recreation soccer at the turf is all about maintaining your soccer skills, meeting friends and keeping active for this fast-paced outdoor game.

Forrest Field Turf Mondays, January 9 - February 13 8:00-10:00pm $30/6 sessions ($5 drop in) 53889 Mondays, February 27 - March 27 8:00-10:00pm $25/5 sessions ($5 drop in) 53890

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Aquatic Centre Information

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Drop-In Aquatic Fitness Programs

These instructor led fitness classes are designed to give you a full workout without a full commitment. Drop-in when it’s convenient for you!

AM Aquafit

A highly energized aquatic fitness workout delivered by certified fitness instructors. These classes provide a well-rounded, head-to-toe workout. Be sure to bring your own water bottle filled for each class.

Monday/Wednesday/Friday 8:30-9:30am

Adaptive Aqua Fitness

A program for clients with arthritis and other mobility limitations. Take advantage of our qualified, experienced staff that have the expertise to personalize your workout by accommodating individual needs. Be sure to bring your own full water bottle to class each session.

Monday/Wednesday/Friday 11:00-11:45am

Deep H2O

These invigorating, impact-free classes work and tone all muscle groups. Participants combine cardiovascular work, deep-water running, jogging, bicycling and cross-country skiing movements. Class focuses on muscular strength motions that work the body’s major muscle groups as well as motions that work the core and improve balance. A buoyancy belt is required to create and maintain proper balance and posture. Be sure to bring your own full water bottle to class.

Tuesday/Thursday 11:00-11:45am

Wondering what the heart icons mean?

See page 15for more information on Fitness Class Intensity Levels.

Drop-In Aquatic Visits

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Length Swims

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Kick start your day with some early morning laps, get your kilometer of lengths in at lunch, or end your day perfecting your strokes during our length swims. There will be four lanes; casual, slow, medium and fast. Please pick the lane most appropriate for your swim speed.

Monday/Wednesday/Friday 6:00-8:15am

Monday - Friday 12:00-1:00pm

Therapy Swim

If you need the warmth of the Therapy Teach Pool to loosen up your muscles, decrease the gravity on your joints, to work on pre or post-surgery exercises or just to get in some unassisted walking with the support of the water then the Ladysmith Therapy Swim is for you.

Please note: if you require assistance to and from the change room or in and out of the pool, you will be required to have an aid with you to assist you.

Monday - Friday 11:00am-12:00pm

Monday - Friday 12:00-1:00pm

Parent and Tot Swim

Do you have a tiny human who needs to burn off energy in the morning or before their afternoon nap? We have just the thing to make that happen while having fun in the pool! The Parent and Tot swim is geared towards children not yet school aged and their caregiver.

Monday/Wednesday/Friday 8:30-9:30am

Monday - Friday 12:00-1:00pm

Everyone Welcome Swim

A great time to enjoy the main pool and the therapy pool, diving board, climbing wall and slides. No length swimming during this time.

Monday/Wednesday/Friday 6:30-8:00pm

Saturday/Sunday 2:00-4:00pm

Starting this Winter season, Ladysmith Parks, Recreation & Culture is transitioning from the Canadian Red Cross Swim program to the Lifesaving Society Swim for Life program. Moving away from Canadian Red Cross swim is a big change and we’re here to help you transition to the Swim for Life program. Use the chart below to determine which level to register in based on the last Red Cross Swim level your child ATTENDED.

to 5 years old and just starting out on his or her own...Sea Otter Preschool 1 Octopus

get in and out and jump into chest-deep water assisted; float and glide on front and back; blow bubbles and get face wet... Salamander Preschool 2 Crab

jump into chest-deep water; submerge and exhale underwater; float on front and back assisted for 3 sec... Sunfish Preschool 3 Orca can jump into deep water wearing a lifejacket; recover objects from the bottom; hold breath underwater; float, glide & kick on front & back...

Whale Preschool 5 Narwhal

Crocodile Preschool 4 Sea Lion can do solo jumps into deep water; swim front crawl 5 m wearing a lifejacket and flutter kick on front, back and side...

just starting out...

Swim Kids 1Swimmer 1 can jump into chest-deep water by themselves & into deep-water wearing a lifejacket; open eyes, hold breath, & exhale underwater; float, kick and glide on front and back...

Swim Kids 2Swimmer 2 can jump into deep water and do a sideways entry wearing a lifejacket; support self at the surface for 15 sec.; do whip kick in vertical position; and swim 10 m on front and back...

Swim Kids 3Swimmer 3 can tread water for 30 sec.; do kneeling dives and front somersaults; 10 m whip kick on back; and swim 15 m front crawl and back crawl...

Swim Kids 4 Swim Kids 5 Swimmer 4 can complete the Canadian Swim to Survive Standard: Roll - Tread (1 min.) - Swim (50 m); dive; swim underwater; 15 m whip kick on front; breaststroke arms with breathing; & swim front & back crawl 25 m...

Swim Kids 6Swimmer 5 can do shallow dives and cannonballs; eggbeater and scissor kick; swim 50 m front and back crawl; breaststroke for 25 m; sprint 25 m; interval training 4 x 50 m...

can do stride entries and compact jumps; legs-only surface support for 45 sec.; sprint 25 m breaststroke; swim 100 m of front crawl and back drawl and 300 m workout...

Swim Kids 7Swimmer

Parent & Tot (for parents & children up to 3 years of age)

Parent & Tot 1 - JELLYFISH (4-12 months)

Jellyfish provides an orientation to water for infants and their parent/caregiver. Parents/caregivers will learn how to swim safely with their infant in the pool through instruction of holds and supports. Infants will be introduced to getting their face wet, blowing bubbles and floating with the help of their caregiver.

Parent & Tot 2 - GOLDFISH (12-24 months)

Goldfish teaches toddlers how to play in the water safely! They’ll learn how to enter and exit the water with help from their parent/caregiver and will play games to encourage them to get their face wet and blow bubbles in the water. Toddlers will also develop floating and kicking skills with the support of their parent/caregiver.

Parent & Tot 3 - SEAHORSE (24-36 months)

Seahorse teaches toddlers how to safely enter the water wearing a PFD. They’ll develop underwater skills such as submersion and opening their eyes underwater. ‘Starfish’ floats, ‘pencil’ floats and kicking skills are taught using songs and games.

Preschool (for children 3-5 years)

Preschool 1 OCTOPUS

Preschool 2 CRAB

Preschool 3 ORCA

Preschool 4 SEA LION

Preschool 5 NARWHAL

Mondays & Wednesdays

January 9 - February 110:00-10:30am 53333 5:00-5:30pm 53335

February 13 - March 810:00-10:30am 53336 5:00-5:30pm 53337

Mondays & Wednesdays

January 9 - February 110:00-10:30am 53338 5:00-5:30pm 53340

February 13 - March 810:00-10:30am 53341 5:00-5:30pm 53342

Mondays & Wednesdays

January 9 - February 110:30-11:00am 53343 6:00-6:30pm 53344

February 13 - March 810:30-11:00am 53345 6:00-6:30pm 53346

Octopus is a transitional level which transfers the preschooler to the care of the instructor. Preschoolers will have fun learning to get in and out of the water. They’ll learn how to put their face in the water, blow bubbles in the water, and how to float and glide.

Mondays & WednesdaysTuesdays & Thursdays

January 9 - February 110:00-10:30am 53347 5:00-5:30pm 53388 January 10 - February 25:00-5:30pm 53392

February 13 - March 810:00-10:30am 53389 5:00-5:30pm 53390 February 14 - March 95:00-5:30pm 53393

Saturdays

January 14 - March 114:30-5:00pm 53394

Crab teaches preschoolers how to safely jump into chest-deep water and how to swim wearing a PFD. They’ll learn submersion skills and continue to work on floats, glides, and kicking with buoyant objects.

Mondays & WednesdaysTuesdays & Thursdays

Jan 9 - Feb 110:30-11:00am 53395 6:00-6:30pm 53396 Jan 10 - Feb 23:00-3:30pm 53399 6:00-6:30pm 53402

Feb 13 - Mar 810:30-11:00am 53397 6:00-6:30pm 53398 Feb 14 - Mar 93:00-3:30pm 53400 6:00-6:30pm 53403

Saturdays

January 14 - March 115:00-5:30pm 53517

Orca teaches preschoolers how to enter deep water safely wearing a PFD. They’ll learn how to submerge and exhale underwater, retrieve objects underwater, and will continue developing their floating, gliding and kicking skills.

Tuesdays & Thursdays

January 10 - February 25:30-6:00pm 53404

February 14 - March 95:30-6:00pm 53405

Saturdays

January 14 - March 114:30-5:00pm 53518

Sea Lion teaches deep-water entries and treading water wearing a PFD. Preschoolers will become skilled at retrieving objects from the bottom of the pool in chest-deep water and performing front and side glide. Front crawl wearing a PFD is also introduced.

Tuesdays

& Thursdays

January 10 - February 23:30-4:00pm 53520

February 14 - March 93:30-4:00pm 53521

Saturdays

January 14 - March 114:30-5:00pm 53523

Narwhal teaches Swim to Survive® skills wearing a PFD. Front crawl and back crawl are introduced as well as interval fitness training. Preschoolers will also learn how to tread water and perform vertical whip kick with a buoyant aid. Once complete, preschoolers can register into Swimmer 2.

Tuesdays & Thursdays

January 10 - February 23:30-4:00pm 53524

February 14 - March 93:30-4:00pm 53525

Preschool lessons (30min): $56/8 sessions, $63/9 sessions Please check your Registration Confirmation for any schedule changes due to holidays

how to REGISTER

ONLINE: Click on the corresponding red course code to be taken to the course registration page on www.reccowichan.ca

TELEPHONE: Call 250.245.6424 Please have the course code ready to ensure fast & correct registration.

Registration begins Monday, December 5th @ 7:00am

Swimmer 1

These beginners will become comfortable jumping into the water with and without a PFD. They’ll learn how to open their eyes, exhale and hold their breath underwater. Floats, glides and kicking skills are introduced.

Mondays & WednesdaysTuesdays & Thursdays

January 9 - February 15:30-6:00pm 53509

January 10 - February 23:30-4:00pm 53513 6:00-6:30pm 53514

February 13 - March 85:30-6:00pm 53510 February 14 - March 93:30-4:00pm 53515 6:00-6:30pm 53516

Saturdays

January 14 - March 114:30-5:00pm 53511

Swimmer 2

These swimmers will jump into deeper water and learn to be comfortable falling sideways into the water wearing a PFD. They’ll learn how to tread water, develop kicking skills, and will be introduced to front crawl and back crawl

Mondays & WednesdaysTuesdays & Thursdays

January 9 - February 15:30-6:00pm 53497

January 10 - February 23:30-4:00pm 53501 6:00-6:30pm 53507

February 13 - March 85:30-6:00pm 53499 February 14 - March 93:30-4:00pm 53505 6:00-6:30pm 53508

Saturdays

January 14 - March 114:30-5:00pm 53506

Swimmer 3

These swimmers will learn how to dive and will do in-water somersaults and handstands to develop weight-transfer skills. They’ll learn Swim to Survive® skills, whip kick on back and will further develop their front crawl and back crawl.

Mondays & WednesdaysTuesdays & Thursdays

January 9 - February 15:30-6:00pm 53493

January 10 - February 23:00-3:30pm 53488 5:30-6:00pm 53489

February 13 - March 85:30-6:00pm 53494 February 14 - March 93:00-3:30pm 53491 5:30-6:00pm 53492

Saturdays

January 14 - March 115:00-5:30pm 53490

Swimmer 4

These swimmers will become better at diving, treading water, and swimming underwater. They’ll learn the Swim to Survive® standard and start to develop breaststroke. Front crawl and back crawl are further developed.

Mondays & WednesdaysTuesdays & Thursdays

January 9 - February 15:30-6:00pm 53480 January 10 - February 23:00-3:30pm 53483 5:30-6:00pm 53485

February 13 - March 85:30-6:00pm 53481 February 14 - March 93:00-3:30pm 53484 5:30-6:00pm 53487 Saturdays

January 14 - March 115:30-6:00pm 53482

Swimmer 5

These swimmers will master dives and swimming in deep water. They’ll further their Swim to Survive® skills and start to develop eggbeater kick. Breaststroke, front crawl, and back crawl are further developed. Interval training and sprinting drills continue to challenge these swimmers.

Tuesdays & Thursdays

January 10 - February 25:30-6:15pm 53476 February 14 - March 95:30-6:15pm 53477 Saturdays January 14 - March 115:00-5:45pm 53479

Swimmer 6

& Thursdays

Lifesaving Awards

Swimmer 7 ROOKIE PATROL

Rookie Patrol swimmers continue developing front crawl, back crawl and breaststroke. Swimmers develop individual fitness to meet a timed 100m swim and 350m workout. Water proficiency skills include swimming with clothes, ready position, and feet-first/head-first surface dives. Demonstrating the ability to conduct a primary assessment and calling EMS are included as first aid skills.

Victim recognition and throwing assists are other key elements of the program.

Mondays & Wednesdays

January 9 - February 15:30-6:30pm 53406

February 13 - March 85:30-6:30pm 53408

Swimmer 8 RANGER PATROL

Rookie Patrol swimmers continue developing front crawl, back crawl and breaststroke. Swimmers develop individual fitness to meet a timed 100m swim and 350m workout. Water proficiency skills include swimming with clothes, ready position, and feet-first/head-first surface dives. Demonstrating the ability to conduct a primary assessment and calling EMS are included as first aid skills.

Victim recognition and throwing assists are other key elements of the program.

Mondays & Wednesdays

January 9 - February 15:30-6:30pm 53409

February 13 - March 85:30-6:30pm 53410

Swimmer 9 STAR PATROL

Star Patrol challenges swimmers with a 300m timed swim, 600m workout and a 25m object carry. Strokes are continued to be refined. Lifesaving skills include use of rescue aids, defense methods, victim removals and supporting a victim in shallow water. First aid focuses on treatment of bone or joint injuries and respiratory emergencies. Once complete, swimmers register into Bronze Star.

Mondays & Wednesdays

January 9 - February 15:30-6:30pm 53412 February 13 - March 85:30-6:30pm 53413

ONLINE: Click on the corresponding red course code to be taken to the course registration page on www.reccowichan.ca

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TELEPHONE: Call 250.245.6424 Please have the course code ready to ensure fast & correct registration.

Registration begins Monday, December 5th @ 7:00am

Advanced Aquatics

Junior Lifeguard Club (8-13yrs)

Junior Lifeguard Club is a multi-level program where 8-12 year olds can learn attitudes and skills that could one day save a life. The JLC is designed to let kids participate in activities similar to those of real lifeguards.

Fridays, January 13 - March 10

5:30-6:30pm $90/9 sessions 53263

Bronze Star (11-12yrs)

The Lifesaving Bronze Star program helps to prepare 1012 year skilled swimmers for success in Bronze Medallion. Candidates are taught about how to make WaterSmart choices and learn basic lifesaving and resuscitation skills needed to be their own personal lifeguard.

Fridays, January 13 - March 10

5:30-6:30pm $90/9 sessions 53264

Lifesaving Instructor Recert (16yrs+)

This clinic is for individuals needing to recertify or update their existing Lifesaving Instructor certification as LSI is valid for two years from the date of certification. Lifesaving Society Bronze Cross and Lifesaving Instructor combined are worth three Grade 11 High School credits.

Prerequisites: LSI certification. Current within 5 yrs of certification/ recertification date.

Saturday, February 11

10:30am - 4:00pm $125/1 session 53324

Levels 7-9 (1 hour): $70/7 sessions, $80/8 sessions

Please check your Registration Confirmation for any schedule changes due to holidays

Standard First Aid with CPR C/AED Recertification (15yrs+)

Standard First Aid is a WorkSafeBC Occupational Level 1 equivalent and can be used in the workplace. This course includes comprehensive training covering all aspects of first aid, CPR and AED use. Whether you need training for employment or simply want to be prepared to respond to life-threatening emergencies, this course will give you the skills and knowledge to act with confidence. In addition to the material covered in Emergency First Aid, candidates will learn how to treat head/neck injuries, soft tissue and skeletal injuries and medical emergencies. Recertification of Standard First Aid with CPR C/AED is achieved by attending an 8 hour Standard First Aid with CPR-C/ AED Recertification course.

FJCC Program Room

Sunday, February 12

8:30am-5:00pm $100/1 session 53330

National Lifeguard Pool Option Full Course (15yrs+)

The National Lifeguard Pool certifi cation is designed to develop the fundamental values, judgment, knowledge, skills and fi tness required by lifeguards. The National Lifeguard course emphasizes the lifeguarding skills, principles and practices, and the decision-making processes which will assist the lifeguard to provide effective safety supervision in swimming pool environments.

Prerequisites:

- 15 years old (by last day of course)

- Bronze Cross (need not be current)

- Standard First Aid (need not be current)

*AMOA is taught within the NL Pool full course

Monday-Thursday, March 13 - March 23 9:30am-3:30pm $468/8 sessions 53312

These instructor led fitness classes are designed to give you a full workout without a full commitment. Drop-in when it’s convenient for you!

Fitness Lite

Low to moderate impact and fun; 30-2010! Get your groove on with 30 minutes choreographed cardio - 20 minutes to focus on form with safe strength, balance and core exercises - 10 minutes to relax and stretch out your muscles!

This class is ideal for those who want a solid workout without high impact and intensity.

Mondays 10:30-11:30am

Wednesdays 10:30-11:30am

Retro Robics

Step back in time and groove to a traditional style of choreography. Spend 45 minutes getting your heart pumping while learning a routine to upbeat music. You will spend the last 15min of class challenging your core strength and relaxing your body.

Thursdays 9:00-10:00am

Cardio Circuit

A ‘do-it-all’ high intensity circuit style class that will get your heart pumping and muscles strong! Challenge your body’s ability using a variety of equipment and compound muscle movements. This is a high intensity class, if you have mobility issues or injuries you should see your doctor or speak with the instructor prior to participation.

Mondays 9:00-10:00am

Fridays 9:00-10:00am

With no commitment to league play, it’s easy to dropin whenever it’s convenient and join like-minded sport enthusiasts. Please pay drop-in admission prior to entering gym, participants must be present at time of admission purchase, space is limited, we operate on a first-come, first-served basis, schedule is subject to change without notice.

Pickleball

A tennis-like game played on a badminton court using a perforated, slow moving ball and a smooth paddle.

Beginner Pickleball (STARTING FEBRUARY 22)

Wednesdays 11:45am-1:15pm

Intermediate Pickleball (self rated score of 2.75-3.75)

Tuesdays 8:00-10:30am

Wednesdays 9:00-11:30am

Advanced Pickleball (self rated score of 3.75-5.0)

Mondays 10:30am-12:30pm

Thursdays 8:00-10:30am

Everyone Welcome Pickleball

Saturdays 9:30-11:30am

Sundays 10:30am-12:30pm

Badminton

Keep active on the courts with a legendary game of badminton. Drop-in to work on your agility, coordination and speed. Bring your friends or make new ones in this friendly, fun game! Equipment is provided.

Tuesdays 5:30-7:00pm

Thursdays 5:30-7:00pm

Indoor Soccer

Just for kicks... co-ed recreational soccer! Join in on this great opportunity to play soccer in a recreational environment!

Fridays 1:15-3:15pm

Ladysmith Parks, Recreation & Culture is committed to offering recreational programs for the community. The intention of our programs is to create an inclusive environment where participants can learn new skills, meet friends, be active, share their sport with others and play together regardless of skill level. At this facility, recreational programs are NOT about winning, competitive, or aggressive play. For more information on competitive or league play, please inquire at our front desk for private rental space. Is outdoor soccer more

Saturday Spin (16yrs+) Spin into your weekend with the motivation of great music, fun cycling drills and creative instructors. You will feel successful after this 45 minute heart pumping sweat session.

FJCC Upper Hall

Saturdays, January 14 - February 18

9:15-10:00am $40.50/6 sessions 53203 Saturdays, February 25 - April 1 9:15-10:00am $40.50/6 sessions 53204 $7.75 drop-in (space permitting)

3 C’s (16yrs+)

Circuit, Cycle & Core...in no particular order. This class is sure to challenge you beyond your fitness boundaries! This class is great for healthy beginners looking for the right kickstart or for fitness fanatics looking to add variety into your workouts. This 60 min class is sure to energize your cardio system, sculpt your muscles and harden your core! Limited spots available, register early to secure your spot in this fun, friendly, high octane class!

FJCC Upper Hall

Tuesdays, January 10 - February 14

6:15-7:15pm

$40.50/6 sessions 53199

Thursdays, January 12 - February 16

6:00-7:00pm $40.50/6 sessions 53201

Tuesdays, February 21 - March 28

6:15-7:15pm $40.50/6 sessions 53200

Thursdays, February 23 - March 30

6:00-7:00pm $40.50/6 sessions 53202 $7.75 drop-in (space permitting)

Rise & Ride (16yrs+)

Challenge yourself to this 45 minute indoor cycling class. It’s a great way to get in a vigorous workout, while burning calories. Go through the hills, sprints & intervals while listening to motivating and upbeat music. Participants modify their own cycling resistance and pace.

FJCC Upper Hall

Mondays, January 9 - February 13

6:30-7:15am $40.50/6 sessions 53196 Mondays, February 27 - March 27

6:30-7:15am $33.75/5 sessions 53198

$7.75 drop-in (space permitting)

Spin-Yoga (16yrs+)

Spin-Yoga is a class that fuses both indoor cycling and yoga! This full body and mind workout is 60 min and will leave you feeling fit and relaxed!

FJCC Upper Hall

Mondays, January 9 - February 13

5:30-6:30pm $40.50/6 sessions 53205 Tuesdays, January 10 - February 14

10:30-11:30am $40.50/6 sessions 53282 Mondays, February 27 - March 27

5:30-6:30pm $33.75/5 sessions 53206

Tuesdays, February 21 - March 28

10:30-11:30am $40.50/6 sessions 53283

$7.75 drop-in (space permitting)

Gentle-Fit (16yrs+)

Gentle Fit features range of motion exercises that help loosen up joints that are stiff from inactivity. It focuses on safe, functional exercises that will make your activities of daily living seem easier. Increase your confidence with the balance component of this class that will also aid in fall prevention. If you enjoyed our OsteoFit program you will like this one too. NO DROP-INS.

FJCC Program Room

Tuesdays, January 10 - February 14

10:30-11:30am $40.50/6 sessions 53216

Thursdays, January 12 - February 16

10:30-11:30am $40.50/6 sessions 53218

Tuesdays, February 21 - March 28

10:30-11:30am $40.50/6 sessions 53217 Thursdays, February 23 - March 30 10:30-11:30am $40.50/6 sessions 53219

Get Active (16yrs+)

Fitness Blender (16yrs+)

Strong on Sundays (16yrs+)

This class is a blend of some of the most effective workouts available! Join us for a different exercise trend each week; classes may include: 3-2-1, Cardio Circuit, Tabata Training, Obstacle Course, TRX Blast, Pure Strength, and of course trainers choice.

FJCC Upper Hall

Wednesdays, January 11 - February 15

6:00-7:00pm $40.50/6 sessions 53220 Wednesdays, February 22 - March 29

6:00-7:00pm $40.50/6 sessions 53221 $7.75 drop-in (space permitting)

Strength & Stability (16yrs+)

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Prep your muscles for the week ahead so you feel powerful enough to take on the world. Challenge your body’s strength using a variety of equipment and compound muscle movements. This class is primarily strength bases with a hint of cardio.

FJCC Upper Hall

Sundays, January 15 - February 12

10:30-11:30am $33.75/5 sessions 53210 Sundays, February 19 - March 26

10:30-11:30am $40.50/6 sessions 53211 $7.75 drop-in (space permitting)

Being more active is good for your health! Join a community of older adults for a totalbody workout appropriate for active agers. Get Active classes are designed to increase flexibility, joint stability, balance, coordination, agility, muscular strength and cardiovascular endurance all while having friendly fun and being social.

FJCC Upper Hall

Tuesdays, January 10 - February 14

12:00-1:00pm $40.50/6 sessions 53214

Tuesdays, February 21 - March 28

12:00-1:00pm $40.50/6 sessions 53215 $7.75/6 sessions

Steady Feet

Steady Feet is a group exercise program designed for adults of any age to improve balance, confidence and safe mobility. Steady Feet can give you more confidence and independence to carry out your daily tasks with less hesitation. This class is suitable for people recovering from stroke, hip or knee replacement, have balance problems, a fear of falling or have fallen in the past. This class has a mandatory pre-assessment to determine your strengths and weaknesses. Medical clearance may be required by your doctor or physiotherapist.

NO DROP-INS will be permitted for this class; only 10 spots available please register early to secure your session.

FJCC Program Room

Mondays & Wednesdays, January 9 - February 15

1:45-2:45pm $81/12 sessions 53278

Mondays & Wednesdays, February 27 - March 29

1:45-2:45pm $67.50/10 sessions 53279

L R Fitness Class Intensity Levels

The intensity levels are used as a guideline. Each individual may choose to work at their own pace. Warm up is an important component of your workout

PLEASE SHOW UP ON TIME FOR CLASS.

Restorative - restorative fitness, no impact. May require medical clearance. Perhaps the use of a mobility aid, health issues to consider.

Gentle - beginner level, very low impact, low cardio intensity, rehabilitative fitness, some classes may require medical clearance. Perhaps the use of a mobility aid, health issues to consider

Low - beginner level, new to fitness, low impact, mild cardio intensity, gentle strength training for joints. Great for those returning to fitness post injury or surgery. Great for prenatal moms and active agers.

Moderate - intermediate fitness level, possibility of jumping and turning with more dynamic movement. Good body mechanics. Good cardio base. Variety of equipment used. Some compound muscle movements may be introduced. Some modifications may be given.

High - Advanced fitness levels. Working out of your comfort zone to approximately 90% of maximum heart rate. Full range of motion around joints is ideal. Injury free. Variety of equipment used. Lots of compound muscle movements. Coordination and agility are also used in this type of class.

Skip the cardio and join us for an hour of power in this total body Strength and Stability conditioning class. A variety of equipment, including your own bodyweight will be utilized to sculpt, tone and develop muscles. This class will have an emphasis on safe and proper form. Exercise choices will be based on functional movement patterns.

FJCC Upper Hall/Gymnasium

Mondays, January 9 - February 13

6:00-7:00pm $40.50/6 sessions 53223 Wednesdays, January 11 - February 15 9:00-10:00am $40.50/6 sessions 53222 Mondays, February 27 - March 27 6:00-7:00pm $33.75/5 sessions 53224 Wednesdays, February 22 - March 29 9:00-10:00am $40.50/6 sessions 53225 $7.75 drop-in (space permitting)

Strength & Stability LITE (16yrs+)

This 60-minute resistance class is a lighter version to our classic Strength & Stability program. Same great instructors teaching the same great class at a beginner to intermediate level. This class will also include mobility movements.

FJCC Upper Hall

Fridays, January 13 - February 17

10:30-11:30am $40.50/6 sessions 53273

Fridays, February 24 - March 31

Step Fit (16yrs+)

In this total body sweat session you can expect a mixture of upbeat, rhythmic stepping, with cardio intervals such as burpees, push ups and weighted exercises. The result is a fun, uplifting, full-body workout with lots of options.

FJCC Upper Hall Tuesdays, January 10 - February 14 9:00-10:00am $40.50/6 sessions 53207 Tuesdays, February 21 - March 28 9:00-10:00am $40.50/6 sessions 53209 $7.75 drop-in (space permitting)

Yoga

Gentle Hatha Yoga (16yrs+)

Gentle Hatha yoga is perfect for individuals seeking a gentle approach to wellness for body and mind, and relief from stress. Explore sensations through movement, breath and meditation. This class incorporates restorative poses with gentle reclined, seated and kneeling poses to help students safely develop flexibility and strength. Suitable for everyone, from beginners to intermediate and advanced practitioners looking to slow down, stretch more and practice mindful movement.

FJCC Upper Hall Mondays, January 9 - February 13

7:00-8:00pm $60/6 sessions 53290 Thursdays, January 12 - February 16 10:30-11:30am $60/6 sessions 53285

7:30-8:30pm $60/6 sessions 53287 Mondays, February 27 - March 27

7:00-8:00pm $50/5 sessions 53292 Thursdays, February 23 - March 30 10:30-11:30am $60/6 sessions 53286 7:30-8:30pm $60/6 sessions 53289

10:30-11:30am $40.50/6 sessions 53274 $7.75 drop-in (space permitting)

Zumba Dance (16yrs+)

Zumba Dance is a Latin inspired dance class, using modern music and easy dance steps, that compliment the music. You’ll forget your sweating as you sing along. Low and high energy versions will be shown for most music – you pick your level. The class includes; a warm-up, a cardio section, some core work and a cool down/stretch.

FJCC Upper Hall

Tuesdays, January 10 - February 14

4:30-5:30pm $54/6 sessions 53212

Tuesdays, February 21 - March 28

4:30-5:30pm $54/6 sessions 53213

$10 drop -in (space permitting)

Run & Walk Clinics

10K Training Clinic (16yrs+)

Do you want to run a 10k event? Whether you’re completely new to running or getting back to it, this program is for you. This 14-week progressive program is designed around 3 workouts per week - 1 group session and 2 homework sessions. Info sessions, motivational leaders, and a 30x pass for the FJCC will help you achieve your 10k goal. Includes a technical t-shirt! The TC10K is a great event to put your training to the test.

FJCC Gymnasium

Wednesdays, January 25 - April 26

6:00-8:00pm $140/14 sessions 53280

One-on-One Training Services

Basic Orientation (16yrs+)

Are you new to fitness or new to our facility? Our basic orientation is the perfect program to get you started and comfortable in this new environment.

During this one hour session you will learn:

• a basic total body exercise program

• how to use our cardio equipment

• safe technique and set-up of our strength training machines

• effective stretches for your body $15/session

Individual Exercise Session

Are you someone who needs extra motivation and accountability? Not interested in group exercise classes or the structure that comes with a detailed training plan or are you bored of your basic plan?

During your one-hour individual exercise session, your trainer will:

• Creatively utilize the variety of equipment our facility has to offer

• Incorporate compound muscle movements

• Teach you a greater understanding of postural alignment, core strength and balance training

• Challenge and empower you to become stronger, energized and motivated with exercises that are a step above the basics $30/session; $40 semi-private/session

Body Composition Testing

When you are beginning a new exercise program it can be helpful to complete fitness tests to help determine your current health status and physical fitness level. These tests help provide some baseline measurements that can be monitored to gauge progress and exercise success. $12/session

Specialized Personal Training

No two bodies look or work exactly alike - this specialized training plan is all about you! Whatever your training goals are we will support, coach and provide you with all the resources you need to reach success. Perhaps you are rehabilitating from an injury or surgery, training for a major life event or competition or maybe it’s as simple as becoming the best version of you as possible to handle dayto-day life. Depending on your training goals your trainer may use some of the following assessments:

• Goal analysis and planning

• Heart rate and blood pressure

• Functional movement tests

• Postural and core assessment

• Anthropometric measures

• Weight & height

• BMI

• Girth measurements

• Skinfold

• Body fat percentage

• Waist-to-hip ratio

• Exercise plan that will evolve as you adapt to your training demands.

$55/session - PLEASE CALL TO BOOK

Private Yoga Training

Your private yoga sessions will give you comprehensive instruction and personalized teachings that you would not be able to receive in a group setting. This format of yoga gives you the opportunity to ask questions and receive feedback in the moment. Private instruction is ideal for beginners to yoga or those who may not be comfortable practicing in a group setting. The benefits of private yoga extend well beyond the physical aspects of the practice. Private sessions can help you develop a greater sense of self-awareness, connection to your practice, improve focus and clarity, improve your quality of sleep, and can be an incredibly effective way to find calm and balance in your life especially if anxiety and stress is a regular theme day-to-day. One-onone sessions can be tailored to your unique goals or planned to support your health conditions or injuries.

$27.50/30 minute session

$55/60 minute session

Semi Private $45/person Small Group (3-5) $30/person

Call to book your sessions – 250.245.6414 ext. 6237

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Take your health, vitality and energy to the next level with one of our one-on-one training services. Whichever option you choose, feel confident in knowing you will receive quality personal attention, guidance and knowledge in the safest possible exercise environment. Working with a certified BCRPA Personal Trainer is your assurance that our trainers have the highest qualifications in the industry, current first aid & CPR certifications, and appropriate insurance coverage.