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Contents activity Programs Registration/Contacts..............................................................................................1 Facilities.....................................................................................................................2 Services.......................................................................................................................6 Special Events..........................................................................................................10 Birthday Parties.......................................................................................................15 Volunteering............................................................................................................17 Deployment.............................................................................................................18 Early Years...............................................................................................................23 FUNdamentals / School Age & Youth.................................................................25 Cadets.......................................................................................................................30 Adult.........................................................................................................................33 Active for Life / Adult Recreation........................................................................35 Francophone............................................................................................................38 Family Navigator.....................................................................................................39 Aquatic Services and Pool.....................................................................................40 Sports........................................................................................................................47 Fitness.......................................................................................................................50 CF Sailing Association...........................................................................................53 Health Promotion...................................................................................................56 Clubs.........................................................................................................................58

LEGEND CPAC - Colwood Pacific Activity Centre MFRC - Military Family Resource Centre NAC - Naden Athletic Centre PSP - Personnel Support Programs SH - Signal Hill MFRC YAC - Youth Activity Centre

H S.T.A.R. - Strength Through Active

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Registration and Cancellation Registration for programs and/or services is important as we strive to provide quality programming. Registration helps us determine the number of participants to prepare for. Registration is on a first-come first-served basis and, at times programs fill up, so register early.

PSP programs: Full refunds will be processed by contacting PSP at 250-363-1009 a minimum of 7 days prior to the program start date (camps require two weeks notice prior to the first day of camp). Please note cancellations after the required dates will be subject to approval and subject to an administrative fee.

Programs/Events that have a fee attached to them require payment at the time of registration. Payment can be made by cash, debit or credit card (during normal business hours).

In the event of a medical/emergency circumstance prorated refunds may be granted for programs with multiple sessions (ie; workshop series).

Cancellation Policy

Refund Process

If we cancel Full refunds are issued when the MFRC/PSP cancels a program. Every effort is made to cancel courses in a timely manner (3-7 days prior to start date).

MFRC programs: If paid by credit card, the money is refunded back to your card. If paid by debit card at the Signal Hill location, the amount can be refunded back to your debit card. If paid by cash or debit card at the CPAC location, a cheque will be issued. Please allow two weeks for processing.

If you cancel MFRC programs: Full refunds will be processed by contacting the MFRC at 250-363-2640 a minimum of 3 days prior to the program start date.

PSP programs: Credit and Debit Payments are credited to the payment method, other refunds are made by cheque and a minimum two weeks processing time frame.

Contacts Personnel Support Programs Senior PSP Manager...................................... 250-363-8487 PSP Resource Manager.................................. 250-363-8485 Special Events Coordinator........................... 250-363-2648

Health Promotion Programs Manager........................................................ 250-363-5680 Specialists............................................ 250-363-5532/ 5567 Administrative Assistant................................ 250-363-5621

Fitness & Sports Naden Athletic Centre Kiosk.....................250-363-5677 Manager........................................................ 250-363-4067 Facilities Coordinator / Bookings.................. 250-363-4213 Sports Coordinator........................................ 250-363-4068 Sports Cell........................................... 250-363-4069/4540 Sports Stores.................................................. 250-363-4072 Fitness Coordinator....................................... 250-363-4495 FORCE Booking.......................................... 250-363-4412 Dockyard Fitness & Wellness Centre............ 250-363-2074 Naden Athletic Centre Fitness Cell ............... 250-363-4485 Wurtele Arena............................................... 250-363-4297 Naden Pool................................................... 250-363-4070

Lookout Newspaper & Creative Services & Sponsorship CFN Manager / Sponsorship & Donations... 250-363-3372 Advertising / Classifieds................................. 250-363-3127

Recreation Colwood Pacific Activity Centre Kiosk .....250-363-1009 Manager / RV Storage / Clubs....................... 250-363-1008 Programs....................................................... 250-363-2989 Aquatics........................................................ 250-363-4070

Military Family Resource Centre MFRC 24-Hour Information Line................ 250-363-2640 Toll free...................................................... 1-800-353-3329 Websites Lookout...................................www.lookoutnewspaper.com Personnel Support Programs................www.pspesquimalt.ca Swim Team........................................www.navymasters.com MFRC.......................................... www.esquimaltmfrc.com Family Navigator............................. www.familynavigator.ca Navy Run................................. www.navyrunesquimalt.com Formation Fun Day....www.esquimaltformationfunday.com SPRING 2016 ACTIVITY guide Views and opinions in this guide are not necessarily those of the Department of National Defence. Mailed under Publication Mail Agreement #40064821 Victoria B.C. This product was produced by Lookout Newspaper & Creative Services

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Facilities Albert Head Confidence Course The Albert Head Confidence Course is available for training by DND units and groups.

Confidence Course training serves several purposes such as: exposure to challenges service personnel may encounter under operational conditions; improve cardio-respiratory efficiency; muscular strength and endurance; as well as develop speed, agility, self confidence, will-power, determination, initiative and team work, all of which are important morale building qualities. Requesting units must have a qualified supervisor attend an orientation in order to request access to and conduct training on the Confidence Course.

Orientations are conducted by PSP fitness staff covering course protocol, procedures, and obstacle demonstrations focusing on technique and safety. Orientations are held in the Fall and Spring each year, or as required. Requirements for supervisors include a minimum rank of MS/MCpl and nomination by the Unit Training Officer/ NCO. User groups must request an orientation and the use of the Confidence Course through Range Control by calling 250-391-4128.

Colwood Pacific Activity Centre MFRC (CPAC) 2610 Rosebank Road, Colwood (next to PSP) Hours of Operation • Mon to Thur: 7:30am-5:45pm & 6:30-9pm • Fri: 7:30am-6pm • Sat: 8:30am-noon & 1-4:30pm Limited access to building on Saturdays, call for appointment.

Closed Sundays and statutory holidays Phone: 250-363-2640 Fax: 250-363-2677 Email: mfrc@shawcable.com

Colwood Pacific Activity Centre PSP (CPAC) 2610 Rosebank Road, Colwood (off Ocean Blvd) CPAC is a community driven multipurpose facility designed to accommodate our military and civilian communities.

Our centralized location allows us to offer a large range of rental opportunities, from structured birthday parties to large conferences and weddings.

Directions When heading southwest on the Old Island Highway, turn left on to Ocean Blvd just after West Shore Recreation Centre.

Hours of Operation • Mon-Thur: 8am-9pm - Note summer hours, June 27-Sept 4 8am to 6pm • Fri: 8am-6pm • Sat and Sun: by request Birthday Party bookings phone 250-3631009 and view the Birthday Party Page.

To inquire about a facility booking for your group, please contact 250-363-4213. *Note: prices are subject to change without notice.

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Fleet Fitness and Wellness Centre (Dockyard) Building 22, Dockyard Hours of Operation NEW! • Mon to Fri: 6am-6pm Facility includes • Weight Room & Cardio Equipment • Change Rooms • Showers • Day Lockers & Rental Lockers (ladies only) • Flex/Stretch/Quiet Room The Fitness and Wellness Centre has a wellequipped facility and fitness programs for military and DND employees. See PSP Staff for updated schedules or call 250-363-2074.

Schedules may change without notice.

Naden Athletic Centre The Naden Athletic Centre has numerous facilities and programs for military personnel, their families and DND employees.

Hours of Operation NEW! • Mon to Thurs: 6am-10pm • Fri 5:30am-7:30pm • Sat, Sun & Stats: 9am-8pm

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Facility includes • One large gym floor • One smaller gym floor • Five-lane swimming pool (25 meter) • Leisure wading pool • One steam room • Large hot tub • Two weight-training rooms • Cardio theatre • Three squash courts • Five softball diamonds • One soccer pitch • Two outdoor volleyball courts • One CAF FORCE evaluation centre See Facilities staff or phone 250-363-5677 for updated schedules. Schedule may change without notice.

Sports Equipment Military personnel may sign out equipment for most sports from the sports store, please call 250-363-4072.

Swimming Pool Monday to Thursday 4-9pm; Friday 4-7pm; Saturday 9-4p.m.

Sunday and holidays 12 - 4pm.

For Pool and Swimming Lesson Schedule, see Aquatics section on page 40.

To rent pool space please call the Facilities Coordinator at 250-363-4213.

Signal Hill MFRC (SH) 1505 Esquimalt Road, Esquimalt Hours of Operation • Mon to Fri: 8:30am-4:30pm Closed on statutory holidays Phone: 250-363-2640 Fax: 250-363-3108 Email: mfrc@shawcable.com

Facilities NADEN ATHLETIC CENTRE MEMBERSHIP FEES (tax not included) Regular

12 Months

6 Months

3 Months

1 Month

Free

Free

Free

Free

Spouse

$85

$60

$34

$12

Foreign Military members

Family

$119

$84

$47.62

$16.80

Currently serving with CAF Veterans Former CAF members who have completed Basic Military Training with an honourable discharge

Max 5 pers living at home, under 19yrs*

DND Employees**

Individual Spouse

$77

$54

$30

$11

$149

$105

$60

$21

Family

$226

$159

$90.47

$32

Single

$355

$230

$125

$50

Family

$639

$414

$225

$90

Adults 19yrs and up

$5.24

Youth 6-18yrs

$3.81

Family

$11.43

Individual

Canadian Armed Forces Members

Currently serving Reg & Res Force; Cadets, Canadian Cadet Organization

Ordinary

DND Public Service; Retired Public Service (10 years with a pension); Staff of NPF, MFRC, DRDC & DCC; Communcation Security Establishment RCMP Serving or retired & receiving annuity

Honorary Colonels/Captains (Lieutenant) Former Staff of NPF Receiving Pension

Max 5 pers living at home, under 19yrs*

(**DND employees have free access with DND ID Mon-Fri 6am-6pm)

Associate Member

Anyone who does not qualify in the above categories (including Federal Government not specified above, contractors and MFRC Board)

Drop In

*If they are full time students, children under the age of 26 still qualify regardless of where they live.

Kiosk Administration Hours: Mon to Fri: 6am-9pm and Sat & Sun: 9am-7pm for the purchase of NAC/Golf memberships, special registrations such as ski trips, swimming lessons, and special interest classes etc. Prices are subject to change. Call 250-363-5677 for updated schedules and additional information.

COLWOOD PACIFIC ACTIVITY CENTRE FACILITY RENTALS (tax not included) ROOM

CAPACITY / SET-UP

RATE

~ 3 HOUR MINIMUM ~

MCDV Multi Purpose Auditorium/Gym

Full Capacity: 350 people theatre layout (Full Capacity) Half Capacity: 100 people theatre layout Wedding / Banquet: 280 people layout

$65/hr

Winnipeg Multipurpose Room

Seminar Layout: 40 People (Full Capacity) Classroom Layout: 30 People

$39/hr

Huron Conference Room

12 Person Boardroom Table

$26/hr

Regina / Protecteur Multi-Purpose Rooms

Seminar Layout: 30 People Classroom Layout: 20 People

$26/hr

Kitchen

Some kitchen supplies available upon request

$26/hr

MILITARY RATE

Free during regular business hours.

Some exceptions apply.

FULL PAYMENT AND REFUNDABLE DAMAGE DEPOSIT REQUIRED AT TIME OF BOOKING $2 Million Liability Insurance required for all contracts $50 Contract Fee applied to ALL Provision of Service Contracts Equipment Rental Rates Portable Stereo System with Speakers & Microphone: $100/event LCD Projector (Laptop NOT included): $100/event Projector with DVD Player: $50/event

Damage/Cleaning Deposits: $600 Building Hours Monday – Friday Saturday /Sunday

8am - 9pm By request

Note: when renting CPAC facility space, it is the user group’s responsibility to clean-up after the event and ensure the building is left the way it was found.

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Facilities Wurtele Arena Building 100, Naden Across the street from the Naden Athletic Centre is the Wurtele Arena available to both military and civilian members for skating, hockey, and other activities.

Hours of Operation • Mon to Sun: 7am-11:30pm (Subject to change) Arena staff have an up-to-date schedule.

• Shinny: Mon, Wed & Fri 11:30am-12:50pm • Casual Skate: Tues & Thur 11:30am-12:50pm; Sun 2:30-3:45pm • Parents & Kids Sticks & Pucks: Sat 2:30-3:45pm Administration: 250-363-4297 To reserve the ice or for more information, call the Facilities Coordinator at 250-363-4213.

To make a booking for any base facility (i.e. sports fields, pool, gym) a written request is required. Please contact the Facilities Coordinator by e-mail (Tom.Campbell@forces.gc.ca) or fax 250-363-4315 a minimum of two 2 weeks prior to the event.

Note: Military training takes priority on all bookings.

Youth Activity Centre (YAC) 720 Galiano Crescent, Belmont Park, Colwood The MFRC provides Out of School Care and select programs for youth at this space. Walk-in requests can be done at the nearby Colwood Pacific Activity Centre (CPAC).

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Services Complex Needs

Activity Guide Mailing List Be the first to know about upcoming MFRC and PSP workshops, events and services. The MFRC mails out close to 1,000 Activity Guides to military families each December, April and August. Subscribe by calling the MFRC at 250-363-2640 (toll free: 1-800-353-3329)or by emailing mfrc@shawcable.com.

The Family Navigator Coordinator at the Esquimalt MFRC offers one-to-one support for Canadian Armed Forces families with a family member with extra needs. This person can: • develop a support plan for persons with complex needs • work together with someone to create a plan for upcoming deployments • provide support for people who are caring for an elderly family member • help families prepare when they are posting in or out of Greater Victoria • help families navigate the education or health care system and local resources during a relocation or new diagnosis • advocate for services for a family Need assistance? Give the MFRC a call at 250363-2640 (toll free: 1-800-353-3329).

Emergency Services The MFRC Emergency Services Program offers support and resources to individuals and families during emergencies related to child care, pregnancy, and any other urgent family situation. Call the MFRC at 250-363-2640 (toll free: 1-800-353-3329) if you have an emergency.

Employment and Education Support For employment and education support, the MFRC refers families to employment agencies in the greater community. The MFRC website (www.esquimaltmfrc.com) has links for the local employment agencies and education services. You can also check out www.workbc.ca.

Imagination Library The Imagination Library, funded through donations, is offered as a way to enhance literacy and develop resilience in children as they experience the challenges of the military lifestyle, and to show community support to parents in caring for their children. Families with babies under 12 months of age to serving regular force members and class B/C reservists at CFB Esquimalt are eligible to register. Children will receive one book per month by mail until their fifth birthday. Please contact the MFRC for more information.

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Chances are, you may not be aware of the impact this will have on you financially.

Payday loans are small loans of $1,500 or less. Some people may not see the harm in borrowing what they perceive as “fast and easy” cash for a couple of weeks, which they can pay back with their next paycheque.

Others might feel too embarrassed to reach out and ask for more traditional financial assistance.

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Canada’s criminal code caps annual interest rates at 60 per cent. However, depending on the province, payday loan companies can charge higher rates because of the way they calculate the cycles.

In Ontario, for example, the provincially regulated payday loan business is allowed to charge up to 600 per cent annually in addition to fees and/or surcharges.

Calculating the annual interest rate for borrowing as little as $300 is a sobering experience.

For a loan of $300 the cost of borrowing is $63 ($21 per $100 advanced for 14 days) with a total payback amount $363. Here is how you can calculate the annual interest rate they are charging: 1) $63 / $300 = 21% interest rate for 14 days 2) 21% x 26 (# of 14-day periods per year) = 546% rate of annual interest!

However, if you fail to reimburse by the 14-day deadline, your $300 payday loan could potentially cost you $1,638 in annual interest, not including the additional administrative costs.

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Instead, seek out the free and confidential advice from one of our SISIP Financial advisors. We understand the military lifestyle, know the financial challenges you face and the many reasons your finances may become strained.

Resources and tools designed for CAF members and their families are available online in our Learning Centre at www.sisip.com.

For more information on payday loans and their actual interest rates, visit the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (search for payday loans): http://www. fcac-acfc.gc.ca.

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Services MFRC 24-Hour Information Line MFRC staff members are ready to take your call - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. They can answer your questions, provide assistance in an emergency or do the research to find the information you need. Call 250363-2640 (toll free: 1-800-353-3329).

Military Family ID Card It takes just 15 minutes to get this valuable ID card. The card is available to all regular and reserve military family members age 13 years and up. Use this nationally recognized ID here and at your next posting. Use it to access base services such as the Naden Athletic Centre and to receive discounts from local businesses.

The CAF member must be present to sign the card at the time of issue. If your military spouse/partner is deployed or on course, contact the MFRC to make special arrangements. The MFID is available at Signal Hill MFRC and CPAC MFRC.

NEW! Veteran Family Program Transitioning out of the military and into the civilian world can be both an exciting and challenging time for military members and their families. The Veteran Family Program is a four-year pilot project to help with that transition.

The pilot extends the MFRC’s mandate to cover medically-releasing Canadian Armed Forces members, medically-released veterans who release after November 30, 2014, and their families for a two-year period after they release. The MFRC can provide: • One-on-one support navigating the civilian health care, employment, and mental health systems • Help finding appropriate community resources for a family member • Short-term counselling or social work services • Transition programs and workshops If you need assistance, call the MFRC at 250-363-2640 to speak to the Veteran Family Coordinator.

Parenting from Afar Stay connected with your child during deployment. Look for activities and tips in Raising Your Military Child on the MFRC website (www.esquimaltmfrc.com). You can also pick up Children’s Deployment Workbooks and a Parent Guide at any MFRC location, and the Parenting from Afar booklet.

Short-term Counselling Individuals, couples and families can access counselling sessions at the MFRC in a confidential atmosphere of support.

Registered social workers and clinical counsellors provide support with stress, relationship issues, parenting challenges, the military lifestyle plus much more. The MFRC also provides quality referrals to outside counselling resources and specialized support services. Call 250-363-2640 for details.

Staying in Touch Program Sign up yourself or a loved one for a “Staying in Touch” phone call or email to take place during a deployment. Receive updates on the activities and services available through your MFRC. Service

frequency varies by request. Phone call are available anywhere within Canada.

To subscribe, phone us at 250-363-2640 (toll-free: 1-800-353-3329) or have your MFRC Contact form updated.

Video Teleconferencing (VTC) Talk with and see your loved one serving abroad in a comfortable, private room at the Colwood Pacific Activity Centre. The VTC is booked through the deployed Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) member.

Welcome Resources When you arrive in Victoria, be sure to pick up your Welcome Bag from either MFRC location.

In it, you will receive: • The MFRC’s Welcome Book – a comprehensive guide to CFB Esquimalt and Greater Victoria

• Area maps including bike and trail maps • Visitor guides for the Greater Victoria area • MFRC swag and more!

Many resources, including the Welcome Book, are also available for download at www.esquimaltmfrc.com/relocation.

“Welcoming Your Baby” Box Are you a new parent? Make sure you drop by the MFRC for your free Welcome to Parenting Box. The box includes information on our Raising Your Military Child e-learning tool to help you understand your baby’s development (including unique military lifestyle issues), a developmental toy, along with more information that can help you with your new little one.

The package also includes information about parenting programs and activities.

Contact the MFRC to find out more.

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Special Events Base Commander’s Golf Tournament Wrap up June is Recreation month with the 4th Annual Base Commander’s Golf Tournament at Olympic View Golf Course!

The Shot-Gun style tournament (aka: Texas Scramble) includes green fees, practice balls, power cart, dinner, and a day of fun on and off the course! Cash bar will be open and door prizes will be available to win. Register early as numbers must be confirmed by June 4.

Location: Olympic View Golf Course PSP SS16REC403 Thur June 23 Gunshot start at 8:30am $65 Regular/$70 Ordinary/$95 Associate plus tax *Early Bird Registration of $60 for Golf Association members only until May

Bike To Work Week May 23-27, 2016 The bicycle is the most energy-efficient form of travel ever devised. Commuting to work by bike is within easy reach of people of any level of fitness. With the rate of cycling numbers approaching that for transit and walking, Victoria is not only the ‘Fittest City’ and ‘Cycling Capital of Canada,’ - it is the first city in the country in which cycling has become a ‘mainstream’ travel mode. Support this year’s BTWW by riding your bike to work! CFB Esquimalt is no exception, with over 1000 bicyclists recorded!

Bike to Work Week Breakfast

PSP invites you to the 18th Annual Bike to Work Week Breakfast. Peddle Up to the CANEX parking lot or the Dockyard Main gate for some lights snacks, coffee and a free bike inspection from Velofix and Marty’s Mountain Cycle!

PSP SS16REC400 Location: CANEX parking lot - Naden Wed May 25 6:15-8am Free Location: Dockyard Main Entrance Wed May 25 6:15-8am

Join the conversation on transition Have you recently transitioned from the CAF or are you in the process of doing so? Are you a family member of a Veteran or CAF member transitioning from the military? Do you provide services or supports to Veterans or CAF members during this process?

The MFRC, in partnership with Tim Black from the University of Victoria, will be hosting a “Dialogue Day” that will bring together transitioning and transitioned military members, their families and associated agencies for a community conversation.

Facilitated by Phil Cady & Tim Black, this will be a solution-focused session that will work towards identifying the key things that have worked for people during their transition and what needs improvement. Come share your story and be a part of the conversation! Light refreshments and lunch will be provided.

Call 250-363-2640 to find out more or visit www.esquimaltmfrc.com to register.

Location: Chief and Petty Officers’ Mess MFRC Sat May 7 10am-2pm

Multi-Family Garage Sale Make some extra money from your unwanted items at a huge multi-family garage sale.

Last year, there were over 40 vendors at the Colwood Pacific Activity Centre and a huge number of buyers descended on the location! Last year, tables sold out well in advance, so get your table early!

Tables cost $15 for one table or $25 for two tables until May 10th.

After May 10th, all tables are $20 each.

No tables can be purchased on the day of the event. Tables can be reserved and paid for online at www.esquimaltmfrc.com. If you don’t want a table, be sure to drop by the garage sale for some great deals!

Location: CPAC MFRC Sun May 29

8:30am-2pm

Navy Ball On June 11th, there will be an all ranks Naval Ball at the beautiful Government House. Join us for an elegant evening of music by the Naden Band of the Royal Canadian Navy. Purchase tickets online at www.esquimaltmfrc.com. Ticket price includes high-end buffet and beverage service.

Location: Government House

Free

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Sat June 11

7pm-Midnight

REGISTER for any of the following Special Events programs by contacting PSP Recreation at the Colwood Pacific Activity Centre (CPAC) at 250-363-1009 or by stopping in at the Naden Athletic Centre Kiosk. You can also SAVE TIME and REGISTER ON- LINE at www.pspesquimalt.ca!

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Special Events Navy Run 2016 - June 19 Do It …Because YOU CAN! This family-oriented and inclusive community event takes place Sunday June 19th during ‘June is Recreation Month’.

The Navy Run - 10k, 5k and Kids Fun Run is a family-oriented, inclusive community event where Everyone’s Welcome!

Even kids get in on the challenge! Involve the family and discover a fitter family lifestyle as a result. Check out our website for more information and to register at www.navyrunesquimalt.com. Free childcare available for children over the age of 2 for families involved with the race.

NOTE: Pre-registration for this service is required.

The Formation Challenge!

The Formation Challenge returns this year with a focus on Participation and Team Support. We want to know which unit within the Formation can have THE MOST participants (per capita) running the 5k and/or 10k. Family members will be included in your units’ numbers again this year so encourage them to come out and join the team! Involvement is Key so encourage ALL runners of ALL abilities!

The benefits are endless; improve your physical fitness, encouraging your fellow crewmembers, build comradery and have fun! Your Unit Reps have all the information regarding registration, entry fees, and shirt/bib number pick-up. Call 250-3634068 to find out more information about the Formation Challenge and your unit reps.

early to get a good spot. If the weather is poor the movie will be moved inside.

Location: CPAC PSP SS16REC326 Fri Aug 26 Arrive at 7:30pm, Movie at 8pm or when dark enough

Winery Tour of Lower Vancouver Island Discover some great BC wines that originate right here on our glorious Island!

Enjoy a relaxing and informal day touring local wineries and get the inside scoop on the wines and the history of the wineries from a Sommelier! Enjoy lunch at one of the local hot spots along the way. Plan your trip accordingly as participants of this trip in the past have returned with multiple bottles of new discoveries.

Pick-up locations: CPAC and NAC PSP SS16REC402 Sat June 4 10am-5pm $120 Regular/$125 Ordinary/$130 Associate

JUNE IS RECREATION MONTH PSP recognizes the benefits of exercise, the value of staying healthy and how important PLAY is! Join us at the following events as an individual, a group and or a family and… show us how you play!

Date

Event

Time

Type

Age

June 4

Bike Rodeo and Parade Kick off

10 am to noon

Family

All ages

June 4

Winery Tour

10 am to 5 pm

Bus Trip

Adult

June 19

Navy Run

8 am

5k, 10k, Kids Run

All ages

June 23

Golf Tournament

8:30 am

Sport

Adult

Race website: navyrunesquimalt.com Location: Esquimalt PSP SS16REC401 Sun June 19 Race Start: 8:30am Before June 15 SAVE! $30 Reg/$35 Ord/$40 Assoc./$15 Kids Fun Run Late Registration: $40 Reg/$45 Ord/$50 Assoc./$20 Kids Fun Run

PSP Outdoor Movie Night Bring a chair, blankets and wear comfy clothing we will be watching a family friendly movie outside! The movie will be decided on closer to the time. Recreation will be setting up a concession with snacks and drinks for a low cost. Popcorn and movie is FREE. Make sure to come

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Free Online French Homework Help for Military Children Voilà Learning, in partnership with Military Family Services (MFS), is offering free online homework support to military children enrolled in French immersion, or children with questions about their French homework.

The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Ombudsman Report released in 2013 confirmed that relocation to an environment with a non-fluent predominant second language is a dissatisfying issue among military families.

In response to this challenge MFS began working in partnership with other organizations and enterprises to increase accessibility to language learning services and training for military families.

As an expansion of Voilà Learning’s existing services the partnership provides military children with access to free online homework help in French.

Registration is required when enrolling children to validate that they are from a military family. Once registration is complete a code is emailed to parents allowing children access to the Voilà Learning Virtual Immersion Campus.

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Children find the customizable avatar-led virtual support of the campus appealing, as the ‘world’ they work in resembles a typical ‘école’. Plus their questions are answered in real-time by professional teachers in a virtual group setting.

The homework help is available to children of military families five to 18 years of age enrolled in a French immersion program, or children in the English system taking a French course. Support is available in a variety of subjects on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 5 to 11 p.m. EST. Voilà is a not-for-profit organization that unites hundreds of certified French teachers from school boards across Canada and United States. The organization also unites hundreds of members, teachers, educators and school principals with a common goal, to encourage students in their acquisition of the French language, and to help parents meet the needs of their children studying in a French program.

To view a video detailing how the service can be of benefit to your military family and/or to register in the Virtual Immersion Campus visit http://voilalearning.com/en/military-family-services.

Relocation Tips for military families

This exhibition was created by The Field Museum, Chicago.

Approximately 15,000 Canadian Forces members move bases each year. Moving means change and the process can be a challenge. With each new location, families need to re-establish medical services.

Spouses need to make new friends and find employment. Children will have to start new schools, develop new friendships and find new activities in the local area. If you are relocating this summer here are some tips that may be helpful to your family.

Get to know the resources that are available to you Do as much research as possible prior to the move. Find out what benefits you are entitled to from the Integrated Relocation Program.

Develop an action plan Make a list of all the things that need to be done prior, during and after the move. Once you have made the list decide when each task needs to be done. There are a lot of things that need to be done as part of a move so spread out the tasks into manageable chunks.

Gather information about the key relocation topics Gather detailed information about the key relocation topics that are pertinent to you. These topics include medical care, housing, education, child care, and employment.

Make the move a family affair Talk about the move openly with your family. Express any concerns you may have and discuss some of the positive things about the move.

Take a team approach and have everyone participate in the tasks. For example kids may want to pack a box of their favourite toys.

Take time for yourself Finally it is very important to take care of yourself during this busy time. Schedule in some fun things to do with friends or family. Moving to a new base can be a stressful time but it can also be a very exciting time. This is an opportunity for your family to see new things, try new activities and meet new people. Preparation is the key to a smooth move and it will allow your family to enjoy the positive aspects of the move.

Need more help with relocation? Visit www.familynavigator.ca to access an interactive e-tool called Navigating Your Move.

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Everyone is invited to participate in the annual CFB Esquimalt Navy Run.

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10k, 5k &is Kids Run Free childcare availableFun for children over two; June 19, 2016 bookSunday through 250.363.1009 before the race.

For more information contact Gillian Larsen, Manager, Community Recreation gillian.larsen2@forces.gc.ca • 250.363.1008

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Birthday Parties BOOK your party with PSP Recreation.

For details on our various party options and available dates CALL 250-363-1009 TODAY! Check out the variety of themed parties available! Our Parties take place on Saturday and/or Sunday however there are a few themed parties with flexibility (ie; our ‘Dodge in the Dark’ Party, our Movie Parties and/or Swim Parties).

PSP PROVIDES: Recreation Leaders as party hosts who will assist you with your set up and who provide activities, games and equipment for the party participants and the space (exception: Party By You option).

PLEASE NOTE: The majority of our Birthday Parties take place at CPAC on Saturdays and Sundays from noon-2pm or 2:30-4:30pm (unless otherwise indicated, check the party description). All party bookings require payment at the time of booking and we require your booking be a minimum of two weeks prior to the party date. Contact us at 250-363-1009 if you wish to organize your party outside of the listed days/ times as we may be able to accommodate the request, subject to leader availability.

PARENTS, YOU PROVIDE: The set-up and clean up, cutlery, napkins, tableware, decorations, the party food, drinks and cake.

PARTIES requiring additional time (over the 2 hour party time frame) or requesting additional participants to attend (above the 10 maximum) are subject to additional fees, (unless stated as included in the description).

CANCELLATIONS: Please provide two weeks’ notice in the event of a cancellation to receive a full refund.

Bouncy Castle Birthday Definitely our MOST popular, this party provides two hours of bouncy fun, two Rec Leaders and can accommodate up to 20 participants! Party also includes use of our large kitchen and our multipurpose room for cake and presents.

Location: CPAC only

PSP

$140

NEW! Dodge in the Dark (8-14 yrs) Run, duck, dive and dodge the Glow in the Dark balls as they fling by! This exciting fast-paced game will have the party go’ers running up an appetite! Follow up the fun with the snack food, drinks and cake you provide and you have a winning party! This fast paced party can accommodate up to 20 youth and includes two Rec Leaders, use of our gymnasium, kitchen and party room.

Location: CPAC only Fri 5:30-7:30pm

PSP $140

Kids Scuba Party (5-8 yrs or 8-10 yrs) PSP Recreation, in collaboration with The Aquarius Dive club, now offers kids scuba parties. This party follows the PADI Bubble Marker or SASY program. The age breakdown is for 5 – 8 yrs OR 8 – 10 yrs

as ALL dive equipment is provided and is fit according to the age categories outlined.

Your party includes the cost of the equipment rentals, a certified Padi professional and a Rec Leader. The first portion of this party begins under water followed by the snacks, juice and cake your parents provide in our party room after your scuba session.

Please Note: This party needs a 3 week advance booking, can accommodate a MAX of 10 kids and parental waivers are required.

Please also Note: Government ID required for persons 18 and older entering the Naden Base.

Location: Naden Athletic Centre May 28-29 June 25-26 July 23-24 Aug 27-28 1:30-3:30pm

PSP $150

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Birthday Parties Movie Theatre Party

staff person to help with the equipment you might need (ie; tables, chairs, basic toys and/ or sports equipment). Included is full use of our large gymnasium, kitchen and multipurpose room to eat, play and open presents.

Remember, this is a parent facilitated birthday party.

You bring the DVD (child and parent approved), the popcorn, food, drinks and decorations and we’ll set up our big screen projector and mats on the floor for your own private movie theatre! Partiers are encouraged to bring their own blankets and pillows too! This party is 2.5 hours to support watching the movie (averaged at a 1.5 hr movie) AND have time to open presents and eat cake! Please note the time bookings for these parties due to their length of time.

This party can accommodate up to 20 kids and includes two Rec Leaders, use of our gymnasium, kitchen and party room.

Location: CPAC only Sat or Sun 2:30-5pm time frame PSP $150

Party Theme by You

Location: CPAC

PSP $100

Splash Party at the Naden Pool

Have a great theme idea for your child’s party? Are you the type that likes to organize it all? This is a parent facilitated birthday party in which you provide the theme, organize the games, and bring the food, the decorations and the cake. We provide the space and

Celebrate your birthday by making a splash as you float on our floaties or jump from our Aquatic Climbing Ladder! Swim and play pool games with your facilitator from 1:30-2:30 then enjoy the snacks, juice and cake your parents provide in our party room after your pool session.

Please note: This party needs a 3 week advance booking, can accommodate a MAX of 10 kids and parental waivers are required. photo ID required for persons 18 and older entering the Naden Base.

Sports Spectacular at the NAC or CPAC

This party is for the sports enthusiast with a passion for indoor soccer, floor hockey, and/or basketball. We aim to have the kids tired out, no matter how much cake they’ve had! Your Sports Spectacular party package includes a Rec Leader, full use of our kitchen (CPAC only), a large gymnasium with equipment and a room to eat and open presents. Eye wear required when playing floor hockey so we recommend you bring your own pair if you have them or use the ones we have if you need. Please note the fee based on number of participants and party leaders needed for safety.

Location: CPAC or Naden Athletic Centre

PSP $120 (10 kids max) PSP $150 (11-20 kids)

Location: Naden Athletic Centre Sat or Sun 1:30-3:30pm PSP $120

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Volunteering Learn new skills, meet new people and give back to the community!

Join the MFRC’s volunteer team today!

Here are some examples of recent volunteer roles at the MFRC: Deployment Administrative Assistant

Relocation Administrative Assistant

Children’s Services Books for Breakfast Support

Children’s Deployment Workshop Assistant

Digital Archivist

Child Care and Preschool Programs

Deployment Dinner Support Events Assistant Family Network Representative Social and Mental Wellness Group Facilitator

Communications Advisory Team Community Connections Volunteers Events Assistant

Deployment Child Care Assistant Facilitator for Parent and Children’s Groups

MFRC Board Member Photographer Writer

View the latest volunteer opportunities at www.esquimaltmfrc.com.

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Deployment Away Cafés and Deployment Dinners

cares for your child. Buy a ticket for our annual Back to School Shopping Event - your child enjoys dinner, movie, snack and a craft at CPAC - you enjoy shopping alone! Advance tickets only - available until one week before the shopping night.

Would you like to meet others dealing with a deployment? Are you new to the military lifestyle or community? Would you like to “take a break” with others like yourself?

These evenings are provided as a social opportunity for people to connect and share over a cup of coffee or a delicious meal!

MFRC staff will be on hand to provide any requested information. Share your tips about dealing with the military lifestyle including deployments, come and learn from those who have done it all before. You are not alone. Free child care provided if registered in advance. Registration for this program is required for all participants at least 5 days in advance of session dates.

Away Cafés

Location: CPAC MFRC Wed Aug 17 $5/child (max $10/family)

5:30-8:30pm

Canada Day Celebrations Happy Birthday Canada! Show your Canadian Pride! Enjoy celebrating with other families, partners and spouses of our military community. Share your Canada Day with others in your community. Watch the website and Family Network emails for details.

Location: TBD Fri July 1

Location: CPAC MFRC Wed Apr 13-20, May 4-18, June 1-15 & 29, July 6-20 & Aug 3-17 & 31 6:30-8:30pm Free

Children’s Deployment Workshops

Deployment Dinners Location: The Parish of St Peter and Paul (1379 Esquimalt Road) MFRC Wed Apr 27, May 25, June 22, July 27 & Aug 24 6-8pm $5 per person or $7.50 per family

Back to School Shopping Night Does the first day of school seem to sneak up on you? Are you prepared? Is your member away? Do you have at least one school aged child? Get the back to school shopping done in peace while the MFRC

Children’s Deployment Workshops help children adjust to a parent being away on deployment. Workshops offer children an opportunity to interact with other children who are going through the same experience.

These workshops will help validate your child’s feelings about deployment. There are programs for Preschool (age 3-5yrs), School Age (age 5-8yrs) and Preteen (age 9-12yrs).

If you are interested in registering your child for one of the following workshops, call the Military Family Resource Centre at 250-363-2640. Space is limited, please register your child in advance.

Age 3-5 years Location: CPAC MFRC Tues

9:30-10:45am

Age 5-8 years Location: CPAC MFRC Tues MFRC Wed

3:30-4:45pm 6:30-7:45pm

Age 9-12 years Location: CPAC MFRC Mon MFRC Wed

3:30-4:45pm 6:30-7:45pm

Christmas in July Want a break from the Summertime Blues?

We are looking for help in preparing our Christmas Craft Kits. Join us for a fun social morning of cutting, sorting and counting craft items over Christmas cookies and beverages. Wear your favorite Christmas outfit and hat! This activity is open to anyone aged 10 years and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Call the MFRC at 250-363-2640 at least one week in advance to register.

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Deployment Dealing with and Preparing for Deployment Workshop Series RIMPAC ADULT WORKSHOPS! Part 1 - Adult Session Is your member participating in RIMPAC, SOUTHPLOY or another Operation in 2016? Do you feel prepared? Are you informed of MFRC services? Do you have an Emergency Child Care Plan? Would you like a chance to learn more about preparing for and dealing with a deployment? Have your questions answered by those “in the know.” Please register at least 5 days in advance by calling the MFRC at 250-363-2640. Free onsite childcare also available by request.

Location: CPAC MFRC Tues May 24 6:30-8:30pm

Free

Deployment Respite Child Care Free Deployment Respite Child Care (for children age 6 months to kindergarten) is available through the MFRC for one continuous 3 hour session per week up to a maximum of 4 free sessions per month when a military parent is deployed (or away for work related reasons) for 21 consecutive days or more. Punch Cards (available at the MFRC) are used to keep track for the period during which each family can access the program. Parents must complete registration forms and follow established guidelines. This program is provided through MFRC fundraising dollars. If you have unique child care needs, call the MFRC at 250-363-2640.

Part 2 - Parenting Session Is your member participating in RIMPAC, SOUTHPLOY or another Operation in 2016? Do you have children at home?

Are you prepared to help your children deal with the challenges of having their parent away? Would you like a chance to meet other parents who are also facing the same challenges? Have your questions answered by those “in the know.” Please register at least 5 days in advance by calling the MFRC at 250-363-2640. Free onsite childcare also available by request. It is recommended that all participants take Part 1 of series prior to this session.

Location: CPAC MFRC Thur May 26 6:30-8:30pm

Free

Ages 6-18 months Tues-Fri 9am-noon

Ages 18 months-5 years Tues & Thur 9am-noon & 1-4pm Fri 1-4pm Sat 9am-noon & 1-4pm

Call 250-363-2674 to reserve.

Book up to 8 days in advance if deployed. *Additional sessions are available at a rate of $9 per 3 hour session per child (does not include Saturday spots).

Family Network Email Addresses 443 MH SQUADRON

443.family@shawcable.com

HMCS CALGARY

calgary.family@shawcable.com

HMCS OTTAWA

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HMCS REGINA

regina.family@shawcable.com

HMCS VANCOUVER

vancouver.family@shawcable.com

HMCS WINNIPEG

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MCDVs

mcdv.family@shawcable.com

TERRA FIRMA

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SUBMARINES

subs.family@shawcable.com

NORTH of the MALAHAT

nomm.family@shaw.ca

Family Networks Get the latest information and updates about your loved one’s deployment, participate in social activities, and get mutual support from others who are going through the same experience. Check out the Family Network webpage at www. esquimaltmfrc.com. Fill out the Family Network contact sheet, then email or drop it off at the MFRC. Information you provide is kept strictly confidential.

Volunteer Opportunities

MFRC: 250-363-2640 (toll free: 1-800-353-3329)

Become a vital part of a successful deployment by getting involved as a Family Network Volunteer. Check out the current opportunities on the MFRC website or call 250-363-2640 (toll free: 1-800-353-3329) to learn more.

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Deployment Father’s Day BBQ at Goldstream Park Come out and celebrate this special day even if you have a member away. Watch for the unit banners in the general picnic area of Goldstream Park. Walk to the Nature House or explore other trails with military families from your community.

The MFRC and the CANEX provide beverages, hotdogs and all the fix’ens plus s’more making supplies. Register by at least one week in advance by calling the MFRC at 250-363-2640.

Location: Goldstream Park MFRC Sat June 18 Lunch: Noon-1:30pm Walk to the Nature House: 1:30-3pm

Mother’s Day Tea! We would like to pay tribute to Mothers everywhere with a special Mother’s Day Evening. Is your member away? Share the evening with others who also have a

partner away. Come share this special day with us and we will have exciting crafts on hand for the ladies that can be kept or sent to the deployed mothers. Register at least five days in advance by calling the MFRC at 250-363-2640.

Location: CPAC MFRC

Wed May 4

session. Register by calling 250-363-2640 at least one week in advance.

Location: CPAC MFRC Mon Apr 18, May 16, June 20, July 18 & Aug 15 5:30-8pm Free

6:30-8:30pm

Submarine Community Connections Do you have a military member posted to a submarine this year? Would you like to meet others like yourself? Learn what life is like in a submarine community or share what has worked well for you in the past. These sessions will be opportunities for loved ones of submarine crews to learn more about what life is like onboard, as well as what it is like to be part of this unique experience. Bring your dinner and “brown bag” it! Free onsite child care will be available beginning at 6 pm for each

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Deployment Pre-deployment Top 10 checklist (Pick up your full list at the MFRC or online) Legal – power of attorney, will, insurance, etc.

Finances – bills, accounts, passwords, etc.

Passports/immunization records/ health insurance forms & numbers Family information form completed and family signed up for Family Network email Know how to reach deployed member in case of emergency MFRC information give to friends and family, the MFRC is reachable 24/7 at 250-363-2640 toll free 1-800-353-3329 Eligible family members have an MFID Card For those with Children Family Care Plan and Emergency Childcare plan completed Pick up the Deployment Casual Childcare Punch card (if eligible) Register for the Children’s Deployment Workshops/Workbooks

MFRC DEPLOYMENT RESOURCES AND SERVICES Childrens’ Deployment Workbooks and Parent Guide The MFRC has workbooks for children 3 to 12 years of age and an easy-to-use parent guide for the at-home parent that includes tips and activities for the deployed parent. Stop by any MFRC location to pick up your copy today! Copies of these manuals are available to deployed members on their ships and electronically upon request. Deployment staff can assist you throughout the deployment via email support.

Deployment Booklet These booklets contain information to make deployment easier for military families. Pick up your booklet at any MFRC location, or request that one be mailed to your loved one!

Mail Drop Off Location Send mail and parcels to your deployed member for free! The MFRC will accept parcels and letters for deployed members at either CPAC MFRC or Signal Hill MFRC. Visit www.esquimaltmfrc.com for more information and guidelines.

Deployment Workbooks and a Parent Guide at any MFRC location, and the new Parenting from Afar booklet.

Staying in Touch Program Sign up yourself or a loved one for a “Staying in Touch” phone call or email to take place during a deployment. Receive updates on the activities and services available through your MFRC. Service frequency varies by request. Phone call are available anywhere within Canada.

To subscribe, phone us at 250-363-2640 (toll-free: 1-800-353-3329) or have your MFRC Contact form updated.

Welcome Home Banner Making Do you have a military member coming home and would like to make a special banner /poster to celebrate the day? Let the MFRC assist you in preparing for your loved one’s homecoming by supplying you with all the materials needed to make wonderful welcome home banners and posters. Call the MFRC at 250-3632640

Parenting from Afar Stay connected with your child during deployment. Look for activities and tips in Raising Your Military Child on the MFRC website (www.esquimaltmfrc. com). You can also pick up Children’s

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Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

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123 Music & Me Have fun with music! This is one of our most popular programs, very lively and will be very enjoyable for you and your child. Through a partnership with Victoria Conservatory of Music, you and your child will listen to an Early Childhood Music Educator and have a chance to make your own music with a variety of instruments. Register by calling the MFRC at 250-363-2640.

For parents and their babies up to 24 months Location: CPAC MFRC Mon Apr 4 - June 20 9-9:30am Free

For parents and their child 2 to 5 years Location: CPAC MFRC Mon Apr 4 - June 20 9:30-10am Free

Books for Breakfast We are inviting parents or guardians and their children (up to the age of 6) to join us for an hour of healthy breakfast snacks, great stories and interactive songs. Each family group will receive a book to take home with them. There are eight events between September and June and it is free to attend but you must pre-register for each session. For more information go to www.sookewestshoreliteracy.com/

*Note: Saturday care is available to those that are experiencing a deployment or work-related separation.

westshore, email booksforbreakfast@shaw. ca or call 250-474-6678. This program is an initiative from the Belmont Park Preschool.

work-related separation, be sure to check out the Saturday Casual Child Care sessions. More information in the Deployment section.

Casual Child Care

Casual Child Care Punch Cards

Another busy time of year approaches and parents need a break! Try the MFRC Casual Child Care Program for a few hours of respite or to get things done without your “little helper.” Take the time to destress yourself! A few hours of respite can be a reality. Book up to 1 week in advance, maximum 2 times per week, Casual Child Care is available for $9 per 3-hour session per child. Punch cards are available! Payment must be made to the Information & Referral desk at the CPAC MFRC prior to entering program.

Ages 6-18 months

Casual Child Care Punch Cards are available! Save a few dollars when you buy a $50 card good for 6 sessions of child care.

Cards are available at the MFRC.

Location: CPAC Tues-Fri 9am-noon Gradual entry required for new children Call 250-363-2674 to book

Ages 18 months-5 years Location: CPAC Tues & Thur 9am-noon or 1-4pm Fri 1-4pm

Call 250-363-2674 to book *If you are experiencing a deployment or

Deployment Respite Child Care Free Deployment Respite Child Care is available and available Tuesdays through Saturdays. Learn more in the Deployment section of the guide.

MFRC Daycare Every day is an adventure in learning at the MFRC Daycare – where imagination, fun and experiencing are always at the top of the agenda! Join us at our Colwood (CPAC) Daycare. Our bright facility offers both an Infant/Toddler and a 3 to 5 year old program. Call the MFRC at 250363-2640 for more information about registration and waitlists. We offer quality care with an understanding of the military family lifestyle.

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Early Years Playing Together

Preschool 2015-16

Playing Together is a drop-in program for parents and children to socialize and network with other military families. The Tuesday group is for babies under the age of 18 months, and the Wednesday one is for kids over the age of 18 months. The children move freely between three to four activities in this fun, open-ended play experience. No registration required, just drop-in. Call the MFRC at 250-363-2640 for more information.

Parent with child under 18 months

The MFRC’s ECE certified Educators provide fun and creative opportunities for your child! Parent participation is required for field trips. Classes are available at the Colwood Pacific Activity Centre. The 20152016 academic year continues until June 17th. Some spaces may become available with posting season. Please call to inquire about our 2 or 3 day a week classes that can help your child to learn through play. All classes have a minimum of 7 students and a maximum of 10 students. Please note the Pre-Registration for the 2016-2017 year takes place on Wednesday May 11th at CPAC.

Location: CPAC MFRC Tues Apr 12-June 14 9-10:30am Free

Parent with child 18 months-5 years Location: CPAC MFRC Wed Apr 13-June 15 9-10:30am Free

The following fees are in effect: • 2 times per week classes are $1,200 for the academic year, payable $120 per month.

• 3 times per week classes are $1,450 for the academic year, payable $145 per month.

Children’s Services Registration Session Register Early!!!

Be the first in line to register your child for MFRC Summer Fun Program for 3 to 5 Year Olds and MFRC Preschool 2016-2017. Space is limited.

Location: CPAC MFRC Wed May 11 3-4:30pm*

*Parents must bring the following information to complete the registration form: name and phone number of doctor and dentist, medical card, emergency contact names and phone numbers, current immunization record, names of current medications, if applicable.

See Schedule below!

Summer Fun for 3 to 5 Year Olds Welcome to a fun-filled summer! Keep your child active and engaged with our specialized summer sessions for 3 to 5 year olds!

Available at CPAC, these 2.5 hour theme sessions require a snack, drink, sunscreen, and a heart open to having fun! Please note there is a pre-registration session on May 11th but registrations are accepted up to the preceding Friday of each week. Minimum 5 children per class, maximum 10 children per class. $12 per session or $90 for 8 sessions. Contact the MFRC at 250-363-2640 for more information.

Location: CPAC MFRC Mon, Wed & Fri July 4-Aug 19

9-11:30am

Mon July 4

Oh Canada

Mon Aug 1

BC day No Program

Wed July 6

We Flip For Summer

Wed Aug 3

Slithery Snakes

Fri July 8

Teddy Bears Picnic

Fri Aug 5

A Rock Can Be

Mon July 11

Alphabet Soup

Mon Aug 8

What’s That I Hear in the Forest?

Wed July 13

Digging For Dinos

Wed Aug 10

Five Green Speckled Frogs

Fri July 15

Barnyard Palooza

Fri Aug 12

Move Over Rover

Mon July 18

A Camping We Will Go

Mon Aug 15

Beautiful Butterflies

Wed July 20

A Sweet Strawberry Delight

Wed Aug 17

Things That Go

Fri July 22

In The Deep Blue Sea

Fri Aug 19

Saying Goodbye to Summer -

Mon July 25

Bubbles Bubbles Everywhere

Wed July 27

A Summer Garden

Fri July 29

It’s A Jungle Out There

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Hello to Autumn

FUNdamentals / School Age & Youth To register for any of the following PSP programs, please phone 250-363-1009 or register online at pspesquimalt.ca.

Resolve to Recreate with PSP! Resolve to Recreate with PSP Recreation this year! The benefits and the fun will surprise you.

REGISTER for any of the following programs by contacting PSP Recreation at the Colwood Pacific Activity Centre (CPAC) at 250-363-1009, by stopping by the Naden Athletic Centre Kiosk or SAVE TIME and REGISTER ONLINE at www.pspesquimalt.ca!

Did You Know That…

• After School Programs Help Grow Healthy & Successful Kids/Teens.

• Children benefit most from a range of high quality programs that include recreation, play and arts.

• Mastering a new skill or art form increases a child’s self-esteem.

• Children who consistently participate in after-school programs are more likely to become physically and emotionally healthy adults who are involved in a variety of caring relationships, who are self-sufficient and independent, and who participate fully in society.

Community Collaboration Golf Check out the following golf opportunities for your future Maddie Szeryk’s or Graham DeLaet’s. PSP Recreation is collaborating with OV to get our youth “active on the links”! These programs will help Tee up those opportunities.

Little Bogey’s (ages 3-6 years) Golf - Little Bogey’s S.N.A.G. Classes These sessions are filled with fun games and elementary coaching in a safe environment. Our expert coaches, fully certified PGA of Canada instructors use the teaching tools provided for by Golf Canada and the CN Future Links program. Register with us for these sessions and we will let OV know you’re little one is on their way. *Register early as Spaces are Limited.

Location: Olympic View Golf Course Sat 2-2:45pm May 7-May 28 Sat 2-2:45pm June 4-June 25 Sat 2-2:45pm July 9-July 30

$75/4 $75/4 $75/4

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*Consider a Summer Golf Camp for your youth, a nice compliment to the Fun Summer Seekers Summer Camps PSP Recreation offers. For more information on the Golf Camps please contact OV Golf Course directly.

Golf - Future Links at Olympic View (ages 7-18 years) Based on Golf Canada’s CN Future Links Learning Model and the GBC Academy at Olympic View’s “Belt System” Program these lessons will give your child the best chance to become a great player!

7-12 years schedule Location: Olympic View Golf Course Sat 3-4pm May 7-May 28 Sat 3-4pm June 4-June 25 Sat 3-4pm July 2-July 23

$75/4 $75/4 $75/4

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13-18 years schedule Location: Olympic View Golf Course Sat 1-2pm May 7-May 28 Sat 1-2pm June 4-June 25 Sat 1-2pm July 2-July 23

$75/4 $75/4 $75/4

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FUNdamentals / School Age & Youth Friday the 13th Movie Night

Jr Master Chef

Send the kids to us at PSP Rec at the CPAC (Colwood Pacific Activity Centre) while you get away for a date night.

Become a Junior Foodie as you experiment with some super yummy foods and explore the delicious world of cuisine. You will learn what is involved with meal prep, proportions, cooking and serving. A recipe book is created to take home and families are invited to enjoy an end of session grand finale meal.

Location: CAPC PSP SS16REC504 Fri May 13 4:30-7pm $10 for 1st family member, $5 for additional family members

Location: CPAC PSP SS16REC302 Thur May 5-26

5:30-7pm $25 Regular/$27 Ordinary/$30 Associate

High Five (16+years) Qualify yourself as a leader able to provide Quality Programming with this High Five Principles of Healthy Child Development training. Build skills, gain knowledge, learn practical tools and come away from the training with resources, networking opportunities, new friendships and an important new achievement for your resume.

Location: CPAC PSP SS16REC300 Thur June 30 9am-4pm

$45

What is High Five® High Five® is Canada’s quality standard for children’s recreation and sport. Before High Five, no standard existed and there was a clear need for an innovative approach to help organizations enhance program quality and provide positive experiences for children, which would remain with them for a lifetime. Visit www. highfive.org for the latest new, studies and testimonials. PSP is a registered organization with High Five.

Intro to Water Polo (ages 8-14 years) Ever wondered what Water Polo might be like? Come to this Free Water Polo session and discover how this sport provides fun as well as fitness. This session is provided by one of our aquatic staff, “Hannah”, who is an experienced and passionate coach.

The Naden Pool is attached to the Naden Athletic Centre on the CFB Esquimalt base (for the best directions google Naden Athletic Centre).

Location: NAC - Naden Pool PSP Sun May 29 12:30-2pm

Free

Kidz Unplugged for June is Recreation Month Physical Activity, Board Games and Pizza…what a combo! This program offers an opportunity for kids to burn off energy with a few running games followed by board games and pizza. A great opportunity for them to play, socialize and have fun…off the screen! Parents – make it a family night and join us or make it a date night and leave the kids with us!

Location: CPAC PSP SS16REC301 Fri June 10 5-6:30pm $10/person or $25/family (3-5 members)

June is Recreation Month Kick off June is Recreation Month with our Family Style ‘Bike Rodeo/Parade’. Join us for a quick demonstration and safe biking skill course followed by a Bike Parade.

Decorate your bike for a chance to win fun prizes.

Location: Naden Sat June 4

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FUNdamentals / School Age & Youth New! Saturday Exploration (ages 5-12 years) A program designed for our Deployed Families and members of the greater community that we serve. Drop your kids off for 3 hours of games and activities with us while you run errands, shop or simply relax! Please register with us so we have an idea of numbers when purchasing themed supplies.

Location: CPAC PSP SS16 REC 202 Sat Apr 2-Aug 27 9am-noon $10 per child; $15 per two+ children/Sat session

Stressbusters for Youth (ages 13-16 years) This two-hour workshop will help you learn tips and tools to better manage stress.

Whether you are writing exams, having challenges in a relationship or preparing for a sports event, this workshop is for you! Call the MFRC at 250-363-2640 to register for this session.

Location: CPAC MFRC Sun May 29 1-3pm

YOUth Ops! (ages 12-17 years) PSP Recreation is committed to building Youth Opportunities. Consider this opportunity to gain leadership skills and discover what it would be like to work with school age children. Start with our HIGH FIVE Training (PHCD-Principles of Healthy Child Development) and then put your leadership skills to practice as you volunteer with our Summer Day Camps. This opportunity will enhance your resume, provide hands-on experience working with children and will develop the practical skillset necessary for future work as a Summer Camp Leader or in After School Programs.

The following is how you get started: 1) E-mail your intention to participate with an attached resume to the Community Recreation Coordinator: sandra.ferrin@ forces.gc.ca 2) Register for our HIGH FIVE PHCD 100 course (see page 26) 3) Successfully complete the training 4) Participate in additional training sessions with our Summer Camp Staff 5) Volunteer with our Summer Camps (minimum 1 week commitment) Contact us at 250-363-1009 for details or to register for the HIGH FIVE PHCD training. *Register Early - Space is limited!

Out of School Care Located in Belmont Park in Colwood, the MFRC provides Before and After School Care for children from Kindergarten to Grade 6 with both drop-off and pick-up at École John Stubbs Elementary School.

We can also accommodate children attending Victor Brodeur if bus arrangements have been done. Spaces may still available for the 2015-16 school year or we are taking names for our waitlist. For more information or to register, contact the MFRC at 250-363-2640.

Youth Working Out (ages 13-16 years) Youth are permitted to utilize our gym facilities (Cardio Room and Training Equipment) provided they have had a proper orientation with one of our qualified trainers. To receive this certification Youth need to register for an orientation session. Once they have completed their session they will then be provided a certificate which they must show when purchasing a gym membership. Contact PSP Recreation at 250363-1009 if you would like to register and establish this orientation for your youth.

The fee will be waived if family membership is purchased prior to the orientation session. Please follow registration process and to ensure program is running with enough participants.

Location: Naden PSP SS16 REC 310 Youth Orientation Thur May 12 - June 16

$45 3:30-4:30pm

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FUNdamentals / School Age & Youth PSP Fun Seekers Summer Camp (Ages 5-12 years) Children enjoy our Fun Seekers Camp and parents appreciate our prices! Our PSP Rec camps combine excitement, adventures and activities kids talk about and the safety and quality parents expect.

Each week has a theme loaded with activities that foster the theme of the week. We incorporate physical activity, educational games, creative arts, exciting day trips, weekly swims and heaps of silly fun. Age groups are separated when possible to accommodate the 10-12 yr old camp participants looking for slightly different activities.

Location: CPAC & YAC Camp Hours: 9am-4pm

Weekly Dates and Themes Wk 1

Mon-Fri July 4-8

Legends of the Jungle

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Mon-Fri Jul 11-15

Ghostbusters

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Mon-Fri Jul 18-22

Jedi Padawan’s

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Mon-Fri Jul 25-29

Watermania

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Star Power

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Mon-Fri Aug 8-12

Fantastic Forts

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Mon-Fri Aug 15-19

Marvels of the World

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Wk 8

Mon-Fri Aug 22-26

Guardians of the Galazy

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Ways to Meet New People

Christina van Starkenburg MFRC Volunteer As military partners, we all know that friends are important. When our loved ones are away, friends come in and give us their love and support to help us through the separation. But finding friends is hard to do when you’re a military family. You could move to a new place, or your best friend could move away, and you’ll have to start all over again. As one military partner, Kim Julseth, points out “you can’t just go up to someone in the grocery store and be like, let’s be friends.

That would be weird.” So how can you make new friends?

Over Social Media Nowadays, we have it a bit easier, because of social media. Before you move to a new base you can track down the military spouses’ page from that area and get connected with men and women there before you even show up.

The downside of virtual friends is they sometimes they remain virtual friends. “I speak to a few girls [on the spouses’ page] and we talk like we’re good friends,” said Julseth, but “different people have lives, other people have children, and I don’t. It’s hard [to get together].”

So while you can use social media as a great starting place to find friends, don’t forget to put in the effort needed to meet those men and women in real life too.

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As a Volunteer Another great way to meet people is through volunteering with organizations like the MFRC, hospital, or animal shelters. Tammy Aucoin-MacMullin met her best friend about seven years ago when she was volunteering with the MFRC and PSP to lead playgroups and watch children during the deployment sessions and coffee nights.

While she was watching her friend’s son, the two women started chatting. “Her children now call me auntie, because I’ve know them all their life and we support each other during deployments,” said Aucoin-MacMullin.

Through Your Partner You can also meet people through your partner. Encourage him to invite his work friends who are in relationships over so you can meet his partner. Mary Kokol often gets her spouse to do just that.

Although, just because your partner likes his co-worker doesn’t guarantee you’ll like his partner. “Sometimes it clicks and sometimes it’s a total disaster,” said Kokol. But when it works, not only will you have a friend to hang out with, you and your partner will have a couple friend to hang out with too.

While these three methods will help you meet people, they can’t help you make friends unless you put in the extra effort required.

You need to take the time to talk to them, learn about them, hang out with them, be there for them when they need it, and let them be there for you when you need it.

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Cadets If you want to meet new friends, try something new and earn high school credits towards graduation, the Cadet Corps is for you. The Cadet programme encourages personal development, leadership and self-discipline through activities such as Drill, Marksmanship, Survival, Orienteering, Effective Speaking, Communication, Team Sports, First Aid, Music and Summer Training.

Army Cadets The Royal Canadian Army Cadets appeal to teenagers craving exciting outdoor activities where their personal limits as individuals and team-members will be tested. The hard core outdoororiented will love the challenge!

Army cadets develop abilities in the use of map and compass, GPS technology, orienteering, first-aid, camping, and survival skills, canoeing, abseiling, trekking, mountain biking, etc. As they get more experienced some will be selected for parachuting, white-water rafting and glacier climbing. They will also learn to become outdoor leaders.

Victoria 2289 5th (BC) Field Regiment Army Cadets Bay Street Armoury (715 Bay Street) Parade Night: Tuesdays 6:30-9:30 pm Telephone: 250-363-8271 Email: 2289army@cadets.gc.ca 2136 Canadian Scottish Regiment Army Cadets Bay Street Armoury (715 Bay Street) Parade Night: Thursdays 6:30-9:30 pm Telephone: 250-363-8005 Email: 2136army@cadets.gc.ca

Saanich 3005 11 Service Battalion Army Cadets Lt Gen E.C. Ashton Armoury, 724 Vanalman Avenue Parade Night: Thursdays 6: 30 – 9:30 pm Telephone: 250-363-3194 Email: 3005army@cadets.gc.ca

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Esquimalt 2483 PPCLI Army Cadets 445 Head Street, Victoria, BC Parade Night: Tuesdays 6:30-9:30 pm Telephone: 250-220-0658 Email: 2483army@cadets.gc.ca

The Cadet Program is community-based. The program succeeds through strong community support and involvement. Cadets in turn make valuable contributions to their communities.

Cadets Air Cadets

Sea Cadets Royal Canadian Sea Cadets learn about the naval and maritime environment by participating in a variety of activities on and off the water.

Sea Cadets specialize in sailing, seamanship, shipboard life, naval communications, power boat handling, boat repair, and marine engineering.

Selected senior cadets have the opportunity to attend international exchanges, to sail aboard a Tall Ship or participate in ship deployments aboard Royal Canadian Navy and Coast Guard ships. Additionally, Sea Cadets can compete for a chance to participate in annual sailing regattas.

Western Communities 263 Beacon Hill Sea Cadets 948 Dunford Avenue, Langford Parade Night: Thursdays 6:30-9:30 pm Telephone: 250-478-7813 Email: 263sea@cadets.gc.ca

Royal Canadian Air Cadets participate in a variety of fun and challenging activities. There is something for everyone – no matter what their personal interests may be. The outdoor enthusiast will appreciate learning survival skills for flight crew.

The athlete will appreciate physical education and recreation, including a variety of sporting activities like biathlon and Olympicstyle marksmanship. The artists will find their niche in the music program. The curious will appreciate the hands-on activities such as building model air crafts. The scholarly will appreciate an introduction to the various tools and technologies linked to aviation.

The dreamers will appreciate the evolution of technology and the advancements of the aerospace era, including the importance of Canadian participation.

Every cadet will have the chance to participate in flight activities, and some top senior cadets may even earn a scholarship to obtain their glider licence or private pilot licence or the chance to represent Canada on the world stage by participating in an international exchange.

Victoria 89 (Pacific) Air Cadets 715 Bay Street (Bay Street Armory) Parade Night: Mondays 6:30-9:30 pm Telephone: 250-363-8150 Email: 89air@cadets.gc.ca Western Communities 848 (Royal Roads) Air Cadets 679 Goldstream Avenue Langford, BC Parade Night: Tuesdays 6:30-9:30 pm Telephone: 250-590-3690 Email: 848air@cadets.gc.ca

Sidney 676 (Kitty Hawk) Air Cadets 1979 deHavilland Way, Sidney, BC Parade Night: Thursday 6:30-9:30 pm Telephone: 250-656-4423 Email: 676air@cadets.gc.ca The Cadet Program emphasizes key values such as loyalty, professionalism, mutual respect and integrity.

Cadets also learn about fair play, teamwork and tolerance through all of their activities.

Work Point (Victoria) 5 Rainbow Sea Cadets Work Point Barracks, Building 1367 (Drill Hall) Parade night: Wednesdays 6:30-9:30 pm Email: 5sea@cadets.gc.ca

Sidney 220 Admiral Budge Sea Cadets 9565 Hurricaine Road, North Sannich Parade night: Thursdays 6:30-9:30 pm Email: 220sea@cadets.gc.ca

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Adult Employment Workshop: Resumes and Cover Letters You need a top-notch resume to get an interview! This workshop will help you create a resume and cover letter that will make you shine as a potential employee.

You will leave this workshop knowing how to create a resume and cover letter that will dramatically increase your chances of getting an interview. This workshop is facilitated by an employment expert from WorkLink and is open to military members and their families. Please have a paper and electronic version of your resume available, if possible. Please call the MFRC at 250-363-2640 by April 14 to register.

Location: CPAC MFRC Thur Apr 21 5:30-8:30pm

Free

English as a Second Language Do you want to learn English or improve your English? Do you feel the need to improve your English to better communicate with your partner? The MFRC offers courses to CAF adult family members. The classes, taught by a professional, incorporate conversation, culture, grammar and writing to facilitate your integration into your community. Call 250-363-2640 (toll free: 1-800-353-3329) to register.

Beginner Location: St. Peters Church, Belmont Park MFRC Mon, Tues & Thur Apr 12-June 16 9-11:30am Free

Intermediate/Advanced Location: St. Peters Church, Belmont Park MFRC Mon, Tues & Thur Apr 12-June 16

1-3:30pm Free

Family Transitions Triple P: Positive parenting after separation and divorce If you are going through a separation or divorce, Triple P can help. Family Transitions Triple P is a program that can help you positively manage this difficult life change while learning skills to begin to build a solid foundation for the future. It takes time to build a new family identity and work through feelings related to the end of a relationship. Through guided discussion, you will learn ways to begin

to resolve conflict and how to cope with stress and change. You will discover how you can communicate better with your ex-partner and work out how to balance work, family and a social life. This five week course is for separated/divorced parents who are experiencing difficulties or challenges which are impacting or complicating their parenting. Space is limited.

Call 250-363-2640 (toll free: 1-800-3533329) to register.

We are currently taking names for an interest list. Call the MFRC at 250-363-2640 (toll free: 1-800-353-3329) to express interest.

French as a Second Language Are you posted to a bilingual base or Francophone community? Do you feel the need to develop your second language to better communicate with your partner?

The MFRC offers the opportunity to access online Rosetta Stone language training to CAF adult family members. Rosetta Stone uses a method that combines listening, reading, speaking and writing. Call 250-363-2640 (toll free: 1-800-353-3329) to enquire about the current availability of licenses.

Navigating the School System Do you have a child who requires extra supports in school? Are you new to the area and need to set up supports for your child at school? Navigating the school system can be challenging. This workshop will focus on tips to help parents of children with support needs navigate their local school system. It will also provide information about how to advocate for your child and provide you with tips for you to teach your child to be their own self-advocate. Call the MFRC at 250-3632640 to register today.

Location: CPAC MFRC Thur Aug 25

connect with your MFRC! • September 2016: Tour your new city from the luxury of a double decker bus on the Newcomers Bus Tour.

• October 2016: Visit the downtown core including the inner harbour and enjoy the Newcomers Walking Tour led by a knowledgeable local guide.

• November 2016: Take in the world-famous Salmon Run at Goldstream Provincial Park. Enjoy a hot chocolate provided

by MFRC staff before taking a stroll to the park’s Nature House.

Check out the fall Activity Guide or visit www.esquimaltmfrc.com in late summer for more details and to register for this fun series of events!

Triple P Teen Seminar Series There are three different seminars in the Teen Triple P series: Raising Responsible Teenagers, Raising Competent Teenagers, and Getting Teenagers Connected. These informal presentations tackle the most common issues for parents of children from 12 to 16 years. Each seminar lasts 90 minutes and you can do one, two or all three in the series – although attending all three is highly recommended. The seminars target everyday concerns, such as how to encourage responsible behaviour, improve family relationships, deal with independence or manage problems at school or with friends. Call the MFRC at 250-363-2640 (toll-free: 1-800-353-3329) to register.

Raising Responsible Teenagers Location: CPAC MFRC Wed May 4

6:30-8pm

Raising Competent Teenagers Location: CPAC MFRC Wed May 11

6:30-8pm

6-7:30pm

Getting Teenagers Connected

Newcomer Events Each fall the Esquimalt MFRC offers a series of events geared specifically to newcomers. These events are a wonderful way to get to know your new community, meet others who are new to the area, and

Location: CPAC MFRC Wed May 18

6:30-8pm

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Active for Life / Adult Recreation The weather is better – and the days are longer - so add Recreation Activities to your schedule and create an ACTIVE Summer Season ahead!

Essential Oils Workshop Pamper yourself with therapeutic essential oils and this wonderful ‘Make & Take’.

Learn how to make some soothing bath salts and luscious sugar scrub. Enjoy them at home and use your recipes to make more for yourself & gifts! French available *Register your child for the Saturday Minions and free yourself up to be pampered.

Location: CPAC PSP SSREC415 Sat Apr 23 10am-noon 15 Regular/$20 Ordinary/$25 Associate

Friday the 13th Spring Fling Date Night Send the kids to us at PSP Rec at the CPAC (Colwood Pacific Activity Centre) while you get away for a date night.

Location: CPAC PSP SS16REC504 Fri May 13 4:30-7pm $10/1st family member, $5/additional members

NEW! Fusion Class This class integrates Pilates, Yoga, Strength training, Balance and Flexibility. We will work the core as many yoga poses engage your core to help you hold the same position. When paired with Pilates, which is a core-focused routine, you receive even more benefit to your midsection. We will

REGISTER for any of the following programs by contacting PSP Recreation at 250-363-1009, by stopping by the Naden Athletic Centre Kiosk or SAVE TIME and REGISTER ONLINE at www.pspesquimalt.ca!

work your arms and legs by incorporating strength training into the workouts and through the yoga fusion poses. This class also includes exercises that tone and strengthen the Glutes. The Yoga, Pilate and fitness routines also help strengthen the back muscles. This class includes the use of dumbbells, mini stability balls and flex bands. This class pays attention to posture and adapts to your body’s needs making it suitable for all fitness levels.

Location: CPAC FREE Class Thur Apr 28 PSP SS16REC417 Thur May 5-June 9 6:30-7:45pm $49 Regular/$55 Ordinary/$60 Associate

PSP teams up with Olympic view to help you “Get Golf Ready”! This program is designed to teach everything you’ll need to play golf in just a few lessons. PGA Canada Professionals will show you that there are lots of ways to play by combining fun, friends and fitness. Each session will focus on the various golf skills you will use while playing. In addition to learning the basics, you will be guided onto the golf course to put your skills into action in a casual, friendly setting.

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Men’s Classes Location: Olympic View Golf Course Tues May 3-May 31 6-7pm SS16Rec406 Tues June 7-July 5 6-7pm SS16Rec407 5 Sessions: $105 Regular/$110 Ordinary/$115 Associate

Golf - Adult Mixed Players Clinics

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Women’s Classes Location: Olympic View Golf Course Mon May 2-May 30 6-7pm SS16Rec404 Mon Jun 6-July 4 6-7pm SS16Rec405 5 Sessions: $105 Regular/$110 Ordinary/$115 Associate

Our Complete Players Clinics are held every Friday and cover a different topic each week. If you want to improve every aspect of your game without the heavy price of long term private coaching this clinic series is for you. Includes on-course lesson at the end of each month. Sign up for all 5 months for the discounted rate of $280.

Location: Olympic View Golf Course Fri May 6-June 3 6-7pm SS16Rec408 Fri June 3-July 1 6-7pm SS16Rec409 5 Sessions: $105 Regular/$110 Ordinary/$115 Associate

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Active for Life / Adult Recreation NEW! Mud Ready Get ready for the Mud Run season with this program which offers strength, speed and agility type training. We’ll utilize all kinds of equipment, even the outdoor gym.

Gather your friends and train as a group - it’s more fun that way! Get motivated for the season or simply supplement the training and/or activities you currently do.

A great program that offers diverse training for any sport including; running, golf, swimming and cycling.

Location: Naden PSP SSREC410 Thur May 12-June 16 4:30-5:30pm $54 Regular/$59 Ordinary/$65 Associate

Winery Tour of Lower Vancouver Island Discover some great BC wines that originate right here on our glorious Island!

Enjoy a relaxing and informal day touring local wineries and get the inside scoop on the wines and the history of the wineries from a Sommelier! Enjoy lunch at one of the local hot spots along the way. Plan your trip accordingly as participants of this trip in the past have returned with multiple bottles of new discoveries.

Pick-up locations: CPAC and NAC PSP # SS16REC402 Sat June 4 10:00am-5:00pm $120 Regular/$125 Ordinary/$130 Associate

Personal Training Sessions PSP offers personal training sessions that will support your fitness programs and goals. Whether you are new to fitness, returning from a break to fitness or a seasoned fitness enthusiast our sessions are designed with a ‘results based’ approach to help you achieve your goals. Your sessions include a qualified trainer who will meet with you to discover your goals, who will customize a program and who will coach you through your sessions to motivate you to success. Register for private training sessions or train with a friend with our improved semi-private personal training packages.

Private Training Sessions (1 hour) (Fee includes 1 person to train with the trainer for 1 hour training sessions) $135 for 3 sessions $225 for 5 sessions $399 for10 sessions

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Semi-Private Training Sessions (1.25 hrs) $ 89 p/person for 3 sessions $149 p/person for 5 sessions $ 250 p/person for 10 session

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Francophone Cafés francophones Le Centre de ressources pour les familles des militaires souhaitent vous inviter à ses cafés francophones. Nous souhaitons vous offrir la possibilité de rencontrer d’autres francophones de la communauté militaire et en apprendre davantage sur les services offerts en français dans le Grand Victoria. Ces rencontres seront tenues bimensuellement, alternant entre le CRFM Colwood et le Canadian Forces Sailing Association (1001 Maple Bank Rd, Esquimalt). Pour connaître les dates et vous inscrire, composez le 250-363-2640 (sans frais : 1-800-353-3329).

Répertoire des ressources francophones L’intégration à une nouvelle communauté dont la langue principale est différente de notre langue maternelle peut s’avérer être tout un défi! C’est pourquoi le Centre de ressources pour les familles des miliaires souhaite mettre à la disposition des francophones une ressource supplémentaire afin de vous permettre d’obtenir des services divers dans votre langue maternelle.

Le CRFM vous propose un outil de référence pour les francophones et les francophiles à la recherche de produits et services en français dans la région de Victoria. Certains organismes dont le nom figure sur la liste offre l’ensemble de leurs services en français, tandis que d’autres n’offrent qu’une partie des services par l’entremise d’un membre du personnel ou d’un interprète.

Pour obtenir une copie de ce répertoire, visitez notre site Web ou présentez-vous à l’un de nos emplacements.

Centre d’accueil et de services à l’emploi Financés par le ministère provincial Social Development, les services du centre d’emploi de la Société francophone de Victoria vous sont offerts sans frais. Une équipe de conseillers bilingues et une agente de développement à l’emploi sont sur place pour vous assister et vous soutenir tout au long de votre processus de recherche d’emploi.

Pour information, contactez le 250-388-7350 ou visitez le www.francocentre.com.

Cours de langue seconde Aimerez-vous apprendre l’anglais? Sentez-vous le besoin d’améliorer votre anglais pour mieux communiquer avec votre partenaire? Le CRFM offre des cours aux membres adultes de la famille des

FAC. Les classes, dispensées par un professionnel, intègrent la conversation, la culture, la grammaire et l’écriture pour faciliter votre intégration dans votre communauté. Pour vous inscrire, composez le 250-363-2640 (sans frais : 1-800-353-3329).

Anglais débutant Lieu : Église St. Peters, Belmont Park MFRC Les lundis, mardi et jeudis, du 12 avril au 16 juin De 9 h 00 à 11 h 30 Sans frais

Anglais intermédiaire/avancé Lieu : Église St. Peters, Belmont Park MFRC Les lundis, mardi et jeudis, du 12 avril au 16 juin De 13 h 00 à 15 h 30 Sans frais

Navigateur Familial Votre accès centralisé à une vaste gamme de ressources et d’informations liées au style de vie militaire.

Qu’est-ce que le Navigateur Familial?

Le Navigateur Familial est un outil en ligne pour aider les familles des Forces canadiennes qui sont en quête de ressources, déménagent dans une nouvelle communauté ou font face aux défis du mode de vie militaire.

Ceci peut inclure : • Réinstallation • Besoins spéciaux • Soins pour personnes âgées • Problèmes de santé • Santé mentale • Service de garde d’enfants • Et plus

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Visitez le www.familynavigator.ca pour plus de détails.

Programme « Restez en contact » Restez informés et connectés! Le personnel du CRFM vous appellera, répondra à vos questions et vous tiendra au courant des informations importantes. Faites-nous savoir combien de fois vous aimeriez êtes contacté - et nous le ferons. Si vous êtes déployé, enregistrez votre conjoint / partenaire, parents, frères et sœurs ou grands-parents. Nous pouvons appeler n’importe où au Canada. Pour vous abonner, contactez le 250-363-2640 (sans frais : 1-800-353-3329).

Service d’accueil et d’orientation Procurez-vous la trousse d’accueil des nouveaux arrivants. Venez nous rendre visite ou visitez notre site web et découvrez tous les services qui sont offerts en français : bibliothèque bilingue, cours d’anglais et français, répertoire de services bilingues, « restez en contact » pour les conjoint(e) s et les familles des militaires déployés qui habitent à travers le Canada. Vous êtes à la recherche d’un médecin, un coiffeur, une gardienne ou tout autre service offert en français dans le Grand Victoria et la Vallée de la Cowichan? Vous pouvez nous joindre au 250-363-2640 ou par notre ligne sans frais au 1-800-353-3329, ou par courriel au mfrc@shawcable.com.

N’oubliez pas de visiter notre site web au www.esquimaltmfrc.com!

Family Navigator

Posting In / Posting Out? FamilyNavigator.ca is a national, bilingual website that provides consistent information for each base in Canada.

It can help you learn about: • the schools in your new area • what the housing market is like • how to find a family doctor • what the employment prospects are like for family members • the availability of child care • how to set up services for a family member with complex needs FamilyNavigator.ca also has: • tools to plan and prepare for a move • information on the eligibility criteria for services in your new location • navigation tools to guide you through the mental health and disability services • opportunities to ask questions from subject matter experts

FamilyNavigator.ca FamilyNavigator.ca connects families with service providers in Greater Victoria. Use this nationally-recognized website to search for help on the following topics: • mental health • health care • disability services • eldercare • operational injuries • child care • supportive education

Navigating your Move One to One Support The Family Navigator Coordinator at the Esquimalt MFRC offers one-to-one support for Canadian Armed Forces families with a family member with extra needs.

This person can: • develop a support plan for persons with complex needs • work together with someone to create a plan for upcoming deployments • provide support for people who are caring for an elderly family member • help families prepare when they are posting in or out of Greater Victoria • help families navigate the education or health care system and local resources during a relocation or new diagnosis • advocate for services for a family

The interactive Navigating Your Move e-tool at

www.familynavigator.ca

provides families with tips on moving such as how to cope with unexpected challenges, finding housing, employment, education, medical care, child care and adjusting to your new community.

give back to an organization that supports military members and their families.

Donate to the MFRC. Charitable Registration Number: 13807 0578 RR0001 CFB Esquimalt / MARPAC Activity Guide • 39

Aquatics Aquatics At the NAC PSP offers aquatic programs, fun events, various clubs and swim lessons. To register for programs, lessons and/or events contact the Colwood Pacific Activity Centre at 250-363-1009, register at the Naden Kiosk or visit us online at www.pspesquimalt.ca

Pool Hours: Monday to Thursday 11:30am-1pm and 4-9pm Friday 11:30am-1pm and 4-7pm Saturdays 9am-4pm Sundays noon-4pm *Reminder, the Naden Athletic Centre closes Fridays at 7:30pm and 4pm on Saturday and Sunday *A detailed Pool Schedule available pg 41.

FREE Fun Theme Swims and More

End of School Splash

Join us in the pool for a Free Theme Swims and aquatic opportunities your youth.

A lifeguard will be leading the sport, the games and the fun in the pool. Come out and try a new sport or enjoy some leisure time in the pool. All ages welcome to participate! Did we mention these fun swims are FREE?!

Intro to Water Polo (ages 10-14 years) Ever wondered what Water Polo might be like? Come to this Free Water Polo session and discover how this sport provides fun as well as fitness. This session is provided by one of our aquatic staff, “Hannah”, who is an experienced and passionate coach.

Sun May 29

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2:30-3:30pm

Free

No More Pencils – No More Books – No More Teachers….Homework! Join our Lifeguards for an evening of fun at the pool and celebrate the end of another school year. Make sure you bring your friends before they head off on holidays.

Fri June 24

4-6pm

Free

Super Hero Super Swim Celebrate all superheroes and superheroines! Participate in our Hero like pool games and vote for your favourite super Hero lifeguard in costume.

Sat Aug 27

12:30-1:30pm

Free

Aquatics POOL SCHEDULE April - August 2016 Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

CLOSED

CLOSED

Lengths & Lessons

Private Bookings

MARPAC Masters*

MARPAC Masters*

MARPAC Masters*

6-7:30am

6-7:30am

6-7:30am

Military Training 7:30 - 11:30 am Scheduled training only. Hot tub, steam room and leisure pool are closed.

Noon Swim

Noon Swim

Noon Swim

Noon Swim

Noon Swim

11:30-1pm

11:30-1pm

11:30-1pm

11:30-1pm

11:30-1pm

Aquafit

Aquafit

12:05-12:50

12:05-12:50

Military Training 1-4pm Scheduled training only. Hot tub, steam room and leisure pool are closed.

Lengths and Open Swim

Lengths and Open Swim

Lengths and Open Swim

Lengths and Open Swim

Lengths and Open Swim

4-9pm

4-9pm

4-9pm

4-9pm

4-7:15pm

GVAS Booking 2 lanes

Triathlon Club Booking 4 lanes

GVAS Booking 2 lanes

5:30-7pm

6-7pm

5:30-7pm

Kayak Club**

Advanced Adult Group Lessons

*Reminder Naden Athletic Centre Closes @ 7:30pm

GVAS Booking 2 lanes 5:30-7pm

Basic Adult Group Lessons 7-7:45pm

Intermediate Adult Group Lessons 7-7:45pm

full pool 7-9pm

7-7:45pm

Lengths Swim Lap swimming only in main pool. Hot tub, leisure pool and steam room are open.

Noon Swim Lap swimming only in main pool. Hot tub, leisure pool and steam room are open. Please note: during aquafit, lap swimming is limited to two lanes.

Noon Hour Aquafit Get moving with a 45 minute, moderate level aquatic workout. Noodles, foam dumbbells and other equipment may be used to improve strength, flexibility and stamina.

Open Swim Relax in the hot tub, splash in the tot pool or swim in the main pool.

Toys and Monkey bars available for use - please ask the lifeguards on duty. Two lanes reserved for lap swimming.

Military Training All morning and afternoon Military Training times are booked through the Fitness Coordinator (250-363-4495). Units wanting to reserve the pool for Unit PT or other purposes must book in advance. During this

9-11:45am

9-noon

Lengths & Open Swim

Lengths & Open Swim

noon-4pm

noon-4pm

Private Lessons Available

Private Lessons Available

*Reminder Naden Athletic Centre Closes @ 4pm

Need pool space. Perhaps we can Help!

To rent pool space, please call the Facilities Coordinator at 250-3634213.

Swim Descriptions below. Note: during swimming lessons space may be limited in the main pool.

time the main pool, leisure pool, and steam room are available for our military members.

Basic Adult Group Swim Lessons Registration required.

Intermediate Adult Group Swim Lessons Registration required.

Advanced Adult Group Swim Lessons Registration required. *MARPAC Masters Contact John McManus by email:john.mcmanus@forces.gc.ca or by phone: 250-655-6460 or for more information visit: www.navymasters. com. Hot tub, leisure pool and steam room are open during these time periods **Kayak Club Check out Page 60 for more details on the Kayak Club. Leisure pool, hot tub and steam room are open. Kayak club does not always use the pool on Wednesday evenings. Call the Kiosk to confirm this booking (250-363-5677). Alternatively, if the club is not using the pool, it will be open for lane swimming.

Prices do not include tax and times are subject to change. If registration is insufficient, classes will be combined or cancelled. All participants will be notified of cancellations and time changes via phone. Please notify the NAC Kiosk of any contact number changes. Early registration is encouraged to avoid disappointment. During swimming lessons space may be limited in the main pool.

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Aquatics Red Cross Swim Lessons SUMMER: Saturdays, June 4-August 20 (10 class set) *Note; Prices are subject to tax and No classes on Saturday’s of a Stat Long Weekend

Preschool & Swim Kids Levels 1-5: 30 minute lessons

Regular $47.50 (10 classes)

Ordinary $52.50 (10 classes)

9:30-10 am

Starfish SS16AQU300 - 4 to 12 months and participating with a parent or caregiver

9:30-10 am

Duck SS16AQU301 - 12 to 24 months and participating with a parent or caregiver

Associate $57.50 (10 classes)

Babies and caregivers experience buoyancy, movement, proper support, safe shallow water entries and exits and enjoyment of the water.

Babies and caregivers are introduced to moving in the water, front and back floats and rhythmic breathing while playing games and singing songs.

9:30-10 am

Sea Turtle SS16AQU302 - 24 to 36 months (parents not required)

9:30-10 am

Sea Otter SS16AQU303 - ages 3-6

10-10:30 am

Salamander SS16AQU304 - ages 3-6

10:30-11 am

Sun Fish SS16AQU305 - ages 3-6

10:30-11 am

Crocodile SS16AQU306 - ages 3-6

10:30-11 am

Whale SS16AQU307 - ages 3-6

10-10:30 am

Swim Kids Level 1 SS16AQU308 - ages 5+

Toddlers and their caregivers learn about submersion, front / back floats and glides, kicking and swimming on their fronts and jumping with assistance into chest-deep water.

Preschoolers learn front and back floats and glides with assistance. They will kick on their front with a buoyant object.

A one meter swim is the distance goal.

Preschoolers improve their floats and glides through games and songs. Kicking is added to the glides. The fun includes learning when it’s safe to jump into chest-deep water.

At this level preschoolers learn to jump into deep water and float and support themselves. They build on their front and back glides to perform rollover glides.

Your preschooler will learn how to swim unassisted and is comfortable in deep water. They will work on increasing their distance up to 10 metres as well as introducing front crawl.

These preschoolers, who are very comfortable with the water, will be challenged to increase distance on front and back swim and learn the sitting dive! Endurance swim is 15 metres.

This level provides an orientation to the water and the pool area. Activities are based in shallow water. Children will be introduced to floats, glides and kick.

10-10:30 am

Swim Kids Level 2 SS16AQU309 - ages 5+ This level helps the child build skills in front and back swims. Children are introduced to deep water activities and proper use of a Personal Flotation Device (PFD). Endurance is built on flutter kicking with assisted glides.

10:30-11 am

Swim Kids Level 3 SS16AQU310 - ages 5+

10:30-11 am

Swim Kids Level 4 SS16AQU311 - ages 5+

10:30-11 am

Swim Kids Level 5 SS16AQU312 - ages 5+

Flutter kick is built upon to increase endurance while front swim is improved upon, recovering the arms above water and swimming 15 metres continuously.

Front craw is further developed, back glides have shoulder rolls and breathing comfortably to the side is worked on to help the child swim 25 metres. A better understanding of self-safety is developed.

Back crawl, sculling, and whip kick on the back are introduced. Your child will learn stride dives and receive an introduction to safe boating skills. Endurance is increased to a 50 metre continuous swim.

*Times are subject to change and a confirmation email will be sent out by the Wednesday prior to the session starting.

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Aquatics Red Cross Swim Lessons CONTINUED SUMMER: Saturdays, June 4-August 20 (10 class set)

Preschool & Swim Kids Levels 1-5: 30 minute lessons 11-11:45 am

Swim Kids Level 6 SS16AQU313 Front crawl and back crawl are refined, as the elementary backstroke is introduced. Swimmers learn about basic lifesaving rescues with throwing assists and treading water. Endurance is built through a 75 metre swim.

Swim Kids Level 7 SS16AQU314 11-11:45 am

11-11:45 am

11-11:45 am

Endurance and technique for front crawl, back crawl, and elementary backstroke are further developed. Whip kick on the front is introduced. Airway obstructions and breathing problems are taught. The swimmers’ endurance will be challenged with a 150 metre swim.

Swim Kids Level 8 SS16AQU315 Breaststroke and foot first surface dives are introduced along with the dangers of open water. The endurance swim is 300 metres.

Swim Kids Level 9 SS16AQU316 In this level swimmers are encouraged to try a combination of strokes and kicks for fitness to complete the 400 metres endurance swim. Strokes are refined and participants learn side-stroke and head-first shallow dives.

Swim Kids Level 10 SS16AQU317 11-11:45 am

Strokes are further refined, butterfly is improved upon, scissor kick and side stroke are introduced as a warm up/ cool down for fitness. An endurance swim of 500 metres will help prepare them for advanced lifesaving courses such as Bronze Medallion.

Friendly Reminders • To enhance your child’s progress and to help keep a complete record of their swim lessons we ask you bring their report card for their instructor on the first day of their lessons • Please ensure your child showers before entering the pool.

• If needed, please ensure water diapers are worn in the pool. Regular diapers are NOT allowed in the water.

• Please do not bring your child to the lesson if they are sick • If you have any questions or concerns about your child’s swimming lessons you may speak with the Senior Lifeguard/Swim Instructor • We are unable to schedule make up lessons in the event your child misses their lessons

Working hard for working families

Maurine Karagianis MLA, Esquimalt – Royal Roads 250-479-8326 / www.maurinekaragianis.ca Maurine.Karagianis.MLA@leg.bc.ca A5–100 Aldersmith | Monday–Thursday, 10am –4pm

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Aquatics Swimming Lessons • Red Cross Preschool • Red Cross Swim Kids • Adult Group Lessons • Adapted Swimming Lessons • Private & Semi-Private Lessons If you are looking for lessons to introduce your children to the water; looking to enhance your skills; or just want to try something new, our instructors are ready to help.

Swimming can help you focus on fitness goals, improve confidence around the water and develop important safety skills. We offer Red Cross Preschool and Swim Kids lessons for children, private/semi-private lessons for children and adults as well as nationally recognized Lifesaving courses. So try our lessons and get ready to have some fun in the pool.

Free Swimming Lesson Assessments Unsure which level to register your child in, or are they moving from preschool to school age lessons? Call the Aquatics Office at 250363-4070 to book a FREE Swim Assessment for your child.

Basic Adult Group Lessons No swimming experience necessary! Build your skills to become comfortable in the water by learning proper technique for breathing, kicking and surface support. Learn

the basics of front crawl, back crawl, and breaststroke. No lessons on Stat Holidays.

• Mon May 2-June 13 7-7:45pm (6 class set) SS16AQU400 • Mon June 20-July 25 7-7:45pm (6 class set) SS16AQU401 $36 Regular/$41 Ordinary/$46 Associate

Intermediate Adult Group Lessons You have mastered the basics and want to continue reaching towards your personal or professional goals. Our instructors will customize your lessons for your specific needs, using drills and equipment to improve your technique. Must be able to swim 100m (4 lengths) continuously.

• Tues May 3-June 14 7-7:45pm (6 class set) SS16AQU402 • Tues June 21-July 26 7-7:45pm (6 class set) SS16AQU403 $36 Regular, $41 Ordinary, $46 Associate

Adapted Swim Lessons These lessons are personalized as an alternative for children with unique physical or educational needs. Our qualified instructors work with caregivers in the water to help children learn to swim and be water-safe. Their will be a ratio of no more then 1 instructor to 5 children (and their caregivers). Caregivers/parents will be contacted before lessons begin to see if this class is suitable for their age and ability. Should you have any questions regarding this program please contact the Recreation Coordinator at 250-363-2989.

Register early to avoid class cancellation.

Registration cut off is the Wednesday before lesson start date.

Location: Naden Pool Sat June 4-August 20* Noon-12:45pm (10 class set) SS16AQU407 $47.50 Regular/$52.50 Ordinary/$57.50 Associate *Note: Lessons will NOT take place on long weekends.

Advanced Adult Group Lessons Swimming is part of your fitness routine but you want to improve your skill and efficiency.

Our instructors can fine tune your stroke; give you new workouts that will teach you new drills that will help make long distance swims easier and faster. Must be able to swim 200m (8 lengths) continuously.

• Thur May 5-June 16 7-7:45pm (6 class set) SS16AQU404 • Thur June 23-July 28 7-7:45pm (6 class set) SS16AQU405 $36 Regular/$41 Ordinary/$46 Associate

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If you are an experienced swimmer we can help improve your efficiency and endurance with advanced stroke correction.

To Register for Private Lessons: 1) Choose the type of lesson best for you (Private or Semi Private) 2) Register and pay for a set of lessons (your choice of 1, 5 or 10 lesson sets) 3) Complete the Private Lesson Form requesting the top three times available to you according to the lesson time options 4) Once you have completed payment and your Private Lesson Form you will be contacted via phone or e-mail by the Aquatics Staff to set up your lessons Private and Semi-Private Swim Lessons (30 minute lessons) Summer Session: June 4-August 20 *Note; No classes on Stat Long Weekends Lesson Time Options:

Sat 12:00-1:00pm / Sun 12:30-2:30pm / Tues 5:00-7:00pm

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Private Lessons

Semi Private (fee includes two participants)

A: 1 x 30 minutes

Regular: $20 (+GST) Ordinary: $25 (+GST) Associate: $30(+GST)

Regular: $30 (+GST) Ordinary: $40 (+GST) Associate: $50(+GST)

B: 5 x 30 minutes

Regular: $80 (+GST) Ordinary: $90 (+GST) Associate: $100(+GST)

Regular: $115 (+GST) Ordinary: $125 (+GST) Associate: $135(+GST)

C: 10 x 30 minutes

Regular: $145 (+GST) Ordinary: $160(+GST) Associate: $165(+GST)

Regular: $220 (+GST) Ordinary: $230(+GST) Associate: $240(+GST)

Note: Cancelleations: all private lessons must be cancelled by 4pm the day before your lesson. Please call the Aquatics Office at 250-363-4070 to speak with someone and/or leave a message. Lessons cancelled within this time frame will be provided a make-up lesson and instructors will attempt to complete your set of lessons prior to the start of the next session.

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Sports yearly SPORTS OVERVIEW

Formation Sports Esquimalt Formation Sports organizes sports teams, leagues, and tournaments from the Formation/Base level to international competition.

The programs offered are: • Formation Cock of the Walk • Formation Teams (Pacific Regional and CAF National Championships) • CISM (International Sports)

Intersection Sports A variety of sports are included as programs within our PSP Recreation Department.

Beach Volleyball and Slo-pitch typically run May through August while Ice Hockey runs from September to April. These leagues are made up of various formation units or sections. Those eligible to participate are military members (Regular Force, Class B or C Reservists), DND civilian employees, full and part-time NPF employees of CFB Esquimalt and integral/lodger units. Military personnel undergoing or awaiting training must be posted to CFB Esquimalt and have authorization from the unit CO to be eligible to participate in a league.

Sport

Cock of the Walk Formation

Pacific Regional

CF Nationals

Badminton

3

3

3

Ball Hockey

3

3

3

Basketball

3

3

3

Golf

3

3

3

Ice Hockey

3

3

3

Curling

Running

NAVY RUN

Sailing

3

TBD

Slo Pitch

3

3

3

Soccer

3

3

3

Squash

3

3

3

3

3

Swimming Taekwondo

3

Triathlon Volleyball

3

3

3

3

3

Formation Teams (Esquimalt Tritons)

CISM (Conseil International du Sport Militaire/ International Military Sports Council) CISM is an international sports association composed of, and open to, the armed forces of participating nations. The fundamental aim of CISM is to promote sport activity and physical education between armed forces across the globe as a means to foster world peace. This ideal is encapsulated in the CISM motto “FRIENDSHIP THROUGH SPORT.” For more information about CISM events check out the official CISM website at www.cism-milsport.org or contact the Sports Office – 250-363-4068 / 4069.

Esquimalt Formation Sports teams are a combination of Base and Fleet athletes. The Tritons represent Esquimalt Formation at the Pacific Regional Championships, and if successful represent the Pacific Region at the National Championships. Military personnel (Regular Force and Class A, B and C Reservists) are eligible to play on Formation Teams.

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Sports Formation Cock of the Walk The Formation Cock of the Walk program is a new and enhanced program that now includes both fleet and base units. The base units and fleet units will compete in a variety of sports listed below to obtain points throughout the year.

More information will be forthcoming to each of the Unit Sports Reps. (to register yourself as the Sports Rep for your Unit. please contact the Sports Office 250-3634068/4069).

Badminton/Squash

The Formation Badminton and Squash teams offer drop-in sessions at noon hour at the Naden Athletic Centre to prepare for the Base Play-Downs, which are conducted in February for selection to represent CFB Esquimalt at the Regional Championships. Qualifying individuals in each category will win a berth to participate at the National Championships, played in late April-May. Contact: PO2 William Crocker

Ball Hockey The Tritons Ball Hockey Team is always looking for interested players to join the

team. The team begins participation in a civilian ball-hockey league in late April to prepare for the Regional Ball Hockey Championships in June. Keep an eye on the MARPAC Notice Board and posters around the gym for practice times and dates in mid-March.

Contact: LS John Helpard

ing females; these athletes will represent CFB Esquimalt at the CAF Regional Championships in June.

Contacts: MS Ryan Pollard

Ice Hockey

Basketball The Men’s Tritons Basketball team will begin practicing in December at the Naden Athletic Centre to prepare for the Pacific Regional Championships in late February. In the past we have not have enough interest to organize a Women’s team; however, female athletes are welcome and encouraged to come out to practice and potentially compete as teammates alongside the men.

Contact: Civ Joshua Buck

Golf The Pacific Regional Golf Championships is a two-step process. Base Play-Downs are conducted 2-3 weeks prior to the Regional Golf Championships over 2 days at a local course. The Golf Team will be comprised of the top 5 scoring males and top 2 scor-

The Esquimalt Tritons Men’s, Women’s, and Old-timer’s teams will begin practicing in November in preparation for the Pacific Regional Championships held in January. The winner of the Regional Championship will represent the Pacific Region at the National Championships in February/March.

Contacts (Women): Capt Ingrid Walker, (Men): LS Pat McKernan, (OT): Sgt Ryan Gow

Slo-Pitch - Men’s and Women’s The Men’s and Women’s Slo-Pitch teams participate in civilian league play and practice April through August in preparation for the Regional and National Championships early June and August. Both teams are always looking for interested players, so please contact the respective coaches.

Contacts (Men): PO2 David Webb, (Women): LS Kenneth Bowley

Running Military runners are required to provide qualifying race times from sanctioned races (5km, 10km, half and/or full marathon) in order to qualify for the CAF Running Nationals. Runners must meet their respective qualifying times within 14 months of the Canadian Forces National Running Championship, held in Ottawa in late May. For more information contact the Sports Office 250-363-4068/4069 Distances

Marathon

Half Marathon

10 Kilometre

5 Kilometre

Age Catergories

Male

Female

Male

Female

Male

Female

Male

Female

Under 19

3:15:00

3:30:00

1:25:00

1:35:00

36:00

42:00

17:30

21:00

20-24

3:15:00

3:30:00

1:25:00

1:35:00

36:30

43:00

18:00

22:00

25-29

3:15:00

3:30:00

1:30:00

1:40:00

37:00

43:30

18:00

23:00

30-34

3:15:00

3:30:00

1:30:00

1:40:00

38:00

44:30

18:30

23:30

35-39

3:30:00

3:45:00

1:35:00

1:45:00

39:00

48:00

20:00

25:00

40-44

3:30:00

3:45:00

1:40:00

1:50:00

41:00

50:00

21:30

25:00

45-49

3:45:00

4:00:00

1:42:00

1:52:00

43:00

52:30

23:00

28:00

50-54

3:45:00

4:00:00

1:45:00

1:55:00

45:00

56:00

25:00

31:00

55 & over

4:30:00

4:45:00

1:55:00

2:10:00

50:00

60:00

25:00

40:00

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Sports Soccer - Men’s and Women’s The Tritons Soccer Teams participate in civilian league play and practice beginning in February. The teams compete at the Regional Championships in June and the winners will represent the Pacific Region at the National Championship early September. The Men’s and Women’s teams are always looking for interested players, so please contact the respective coaches.

Contacts (Men): Lt(N) Demitris Mousouliotis (Women): Sgt Caleb Klimas **CISM Soccer training camps and events are ongoing throughout the year. Interested athletes should submit their resume to the Sports Office for consideration.

Swimming Tritons Swimmers practice Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings from 6-7:30am at the Naden Athletic Centre Pool. The team participates in the Masters’ Swim Program, in both local and regional meets. Formation swimmers may submit qualifying times in sanctioned swim meets in order to represent the Pacific Region at CAF Swimming Nationals in May. For more information contact coach@ navymasters.com. **CISM Swimming events are ongoing throughout the year. Interested athletes should submit their resume to the Sports Office for consideration.

Taekwondo All interested Taekwondo athletes must submit a resume to the Formation Sports Office in order to be deemed qualified to participate at the CAF National Taekwondo Championships.

PACIFIC REGION AND CF NATIONAL SPORTS CHAMPIONSHIP SCHEDULE 2016 SPORT

REGIONAL

LOCATION

NATIONAL

LOCATION

Basketball

Feb 24-26 2016

Comox

Apr 8-13, 2016

Borden

OT Hockey

Jan 2016

Esquimalt

Mar 4-9, 2016

Borden

Men’s Hockey

Jan 2016

Esquimalt

Feb 19-24, 2016

Borden

Women’s Hockey

Jan 2016

Esquimalt

Mar 18-23, 2016

Borden

Volleyball M/W

Mar 1-4, 2016

Comox

Apr 22-27, 2016

Borden

Badminton/ Squash

Mar 9-11, 2016

Comox

Apr 30-May 6, 2016

Borden

N/A

N/A

May 26-29,2016

Ottawa

Jun 20-23 2016

Esquimalt

Aug 5-10, 2016

Borden

N/A

N/A

TBD July

Ottawa

May 31-Jun 3, 2016

Esquimalt

Women: Aug 19-24, 2016

Borden

Running Ball Hockey Triathlon Slo-pitch M/W

Men: Aug 24-29, 2016

Soccer M/W

Jun 14-17, 2016

Esquimalt

Women: Sept 9-14, 2016

Borden

Men: Sept 16-21, 2016

Golf

Jun 7-9, 2016

Comox

Aug 12-18, 2016

Borden

TBD Nov 2016

Esquimalt

N/A

N/A

Taekwondo

N/A

N/A

TBA

TBD

Swimming

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

CFB Esq Sports Awards

**Please note Regional Dates and Locations are subject to change**

Triathlon

Volleyball

Triathletes are required to provide qualifying race times from sanctioned races (Sprint, Olympic, Half -70.3, and Full) in order to qualify for the CAF Triathlon Nationals. Triathletes must meet their respective qualifying times within 14 months of the CAF National Triathlon Championship, held in Gatineau/Ottawa in July. **CISM Triathlon events are ongoing throughout the year. Interested athletes should submit their resume to the Sports Office for consideration.

The Tritons Men’s and Women’s Volleyball teams begin civilian league play and practice beginning September in preparation for the CAF Regional and National Volleyball Championships March and April. **CISM Volleyball training camps and events are ongoing throughout the year.

Interested athletes should submit their resume to the Sports Office for consideration.

Contacts (Men): LS James Poirier, (Women): Lt(N) Krista Seguin

For information regarding any sporting events, please contact: • PSP Sports Coordinator: 250-363-4068 • PSP Sports Cell Line1: 250-363-4069 • PSP Sports Cell Line2: 250-363-4540 Visit our website: www.pspesquimalt.ca – Fitness & Sports > Military Sports Check the MARPAC Notice Board and the Sports Bulletin Board at the NAC regularly for current and upcoming sports information

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Fitness Naden Athletic Centre (N88) Fitness Schedule Time

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

7-7:45 am

FORCE PT

FORCE PT

FORCE PT

FORCE PT

Practice FORCE Familiarization

7:30-8:30 am

Formation Unit PT (open to all in the formation)

Formation Unit PT (open to all in the formation)

8-9:30 am

FORCE Evaluation

FORCE Evaluation

FORCE Evaluation

FIT Review

SFIT Intro 9:30 - 11 am

9:30 - 11:30 am

Fleet School Fitness Class 10:30-11:30 am

Fleet School Fitness Class 10:30-11:30 am

SFIT Review 11- Noon

NOTC PT 10:40 am

12:05-12:50 pm

1-4 pm

Bootcamp

Spin

Kettlebell Conditioning

Spin

Flex Fusion

Aqua-Fit

Flex Fusion

Aqua-Fit

LQFIT Intro 1 - 2 pm Fleet School Fitness Class 2:15-4 pm

UQFIT Intro 2-3:30 pm

UQFIT Review 10 - 11 am

Fleet School Fitness Class 2:15-4 pm

LQFIT Review 1 - 2 pm Fleet School Fitness Class 2:45-3:45 pm * Registration required for FORCE Evaluation

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Fitness Fleet Fitness and Wellness Centre (D22) Fitness Schedule Time

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

7-7:45 am

FORCE PT

FORCE PT

FORCE PT

FORCE PT

FORCE PT

8-9 am

Fleet Fitness Hour (booked)

Fleet Fitness Hour (booked)

Fleet Fitness Hour (booked)

Fleet Fitness Hour (booked)

Fleet Fitness Hour (booked)

10-11 am

Fleet Fitness Hour (booked)

Fleet Fitness Hour (booked)

Fleet Fitness Hour (booked)

11-11:45 am

Battle-Fit

Flexibility Fusion

Battle-Fit

Flexibility Fusion

Battle-Fit

12:05-12:45 pm

Bootcamp

Spin

Kettlebell Conditioning

Spin

Bootcamp

1-2 pm

2-3 pm

Naval Boarding Party PT Fleet School Fitness Class

Fleet Fitness Hour (booked)

Fleet School Fitness Class

* Fleet Fitness Hour/Fleet School for units and ships. Must be pre-booked with Fitness and Sports Coordinator. Please call 250-363-4495.

CLASS DESCRIPTIONS Aqua-Fit Get moving with a 45 minute, moderate level aquatic workout to improve strength, flexibility, and stamina. Work on core stability while getting an excellent cardio and strength workout.

Flexibility Fusion Come and explore varied stretching techniques, focusing on increasing full body strength and flexibility. A great complement to any fitness training routine. This class is taught by experienced PSP staff members.

Battle-Fit It’s back to basics with full body functional movements, body weight exercises and hard work! Come prepared to be pushed in a high intensity & demanding workout!

FORCE PT Are you looking to increase your fitness levels or prepare for an upcoming FORCE test? FORCE PT will prepare you through a variety of training techniques focusing on cardiovascular, core and muscular strength/ endurance. Emphasis will be place on functional movements. ALL FITNESS LEVELS are welcome.

Bootcamp A combination of cardiovascular, muscular strength and core work mixed for a high intensity class. The classes change every day of the week with emphasis on different components of fitness. All levels welcome. Come prepared to work indoors or outdoors.

Fleet Fitness Hour This is your units chance to get fit and have fun while building morale. Choose from a variety of class structures from group runs, bootcamp, to flexibility, we have it all! Please call to book your spot with the Fitness Coordinator today at 250-363-4495. Two units are welcome to come together, but there is a maximum of 25 members per class.

Formation Unit PT This class is designed as a drop in class for all interested members and units in the Formation. Check out the current schedule posted under Unit PT on the PSP website.

Kettlebell Conditioning Strength, flexibility and core stability combine in a functional exercise routine designed to help mimic the way you move in real life. Get it all with a traditional Russian cast iron weight looking like a cannonball with a handle.

OFFICIAL FORCE Evaluation Registration Required. Book through your CAF Unit FORCE Coordinator.

Practice FORCE Familiarization This drop-in test will run you through an unofficial FORCE test where you are able to track your progress by having each test component evaluated by a PSP Fitness Staff. All participants welcome.

Spin Cycle your way to better health with motivating instruction and music. You control the intensity of the class through tension adjustments. Please bring a small towel, a water bottle and a ready-to-go attitude.

Workout of the day (WOD) Can’t attend classes? Check out the board for creative and challenging self-directed workouts. New workouts posted daily. * Fleet Fitness Hour/Fleet School; for units and ships. Must be pre-booked with Fitness Coordinator. Please call 250-363-4495.

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Pedal power gets easier Geoff Munday of Sidney stows his bicycle in one of the Greater Victoria Cycling Coalition’s bike lockers. During his daily commute to work in downtown Victoria, Munday says he rides his bike five km from his home to the McTavish bus exchange, where he then locks his bike in a secure locker and makes the rest of his journey by bus.

A good marriage is taking place between public transit and the Greater Victoria Cycling Coalition (GVCC).

BC Transit has placed rentable bike lockers in strategic locations throughout the Western Communities and Sidney area. Bikers can park their bike and then hop on a bus to travel to work, or bus to the lockers and bike the rest of the way. “It’s hard to get the word out there about the lockers,” says Susanna Grimes, GVCC Outreach Coordinator. “We understand the lockers might not work for everyone but there may be members of the Canadian Armed Forces who don’t know the lockers exist and could benefit from this program.”

Thirty lockers, approximately 4’ in height and 3’ in width, rent for $10 per month. Managed by the nonprofit GVCC in partnership with BC Transit, the units are located at Colwood’s Western Exchange at the Juan de Fuca Recreation Centre; the Langford Exchange on Station Ave., next to the E&N Rail Trail; and McTavish Road in Sidney near the airport.

Instead of making the long trek to and from home, Grimes hopes more commuters will consider the “numerous advantages” of using the coalition’s lockers. The initiative enables cyclists to safely store their bikes, saddle bags or clothing in a secure locker before they embark on the final leg of their journey to work.

Grimes also notes the lockers also enable users to make a dent in the wide-ranging economic, environmental and physical costs of the over-dependence on the automobile.

“There has been a growing awareness about the damages of excessive automobile use and many people want to do something about it,” she said. “The bike locker program is just one way to help encourage people to reduce our carbon footprint, save money and improve their health with regular exercise.”

One added advantage of the lockers in the Colwood location is that Juan de Fuca Recreation Centre members can use the facility for exercise and also change out of their clothes and shower, she noted.

More information about the bike locker program is available at: http://gvcc.bc.ca/store/ or contact the GVCC at info@gvcc.bc.ca.

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Sailing with CFSA CFSA Summer “Learn To Sail” Programme

CANSail Optimist Programs (Under 11 years old)

Adult CANSail Programs (over 18 years)

Learn to Sail at the Canadian Forces Sailing Association! We offer courses for Youth and Adults of all ages, from beginner to advanced. CFSA is a wonderful place to learn to sail, with favourable winds and a protected harbour. Sharing the harbour with working Naval Dockyard, there are always exciting things happening in the bay.

Our one and two week programmes are a great way for kids, adults and families to enjoy their summer learning on the water!

Opti Wet Feet (4-7 years) A camp designed for little sailors wanting to familiarize themselves with salt water, sea life, and sailing. Focused on fun, and being comfortable, and safe on the water and docks.

Opti Wet feet is a half day course. You have the option of 9am to 12pm or 1pm to 4pm.

Check schedule for 1 or 2 week sessions.

Adult CANSail Basic Evening classes for Sail Canada accredited CANSail basic sailing skills. This is an adult class for the beginner sailor or those with limited sailing experience to learn in double handed or single-handed boats. This is a four week course taught on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:30pm to 9pm.

Opti Basic (7-10 years) CANSail accredited introduction to Opti sailing. The program introduces children to sailing in a fun, safe environment. With two sailors per boat, children work on the basics of sailing in a comfortable, fun, and enjoyable atmosphere. Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm.

Check schedule for 1 or 2 week sessions.

Adult CANSail Advanced (Pre-req: CANSail Basic or White Sail III) Advanced sailing skills for those who have completed CANSail Basic or the traditional White Sail III courses. Sailors will work on refining skills in heavier winds, work on boat handling, and will be introduced to the concepts of right of away and reading the wind and waves among other skills.

This is a 4 week course to be taught over the weekend: Evening lesson on Friday 5:30pm to 9pm and a full day Saturday and Sunday 9am to 4pm.

Our instructors are nationally certified through Sail Canada and trained in how to teach sailing, as well as first aid and boat rescue. We follow the Sail Canada CANSail curriculum of instruction.

The CANSail curriculum allows individuals to progress at their own rate and comfort level. While the Basic Sailing curriculum can be covered in one week, two weeks can be spent on the same course, offering more time to consolidate skills. If you book the same course twice you save $50 on the total registration fee.

Did You Know? High School students with 100 or more hours of Sailing Instruction can apply for 4 high school credits!

Summer Program Questions?

Contact our Program Manager and Head Instructor Vassili Angelblazer Phone: 250 580-2670 Email: sailinginstructor@cfsaesq.ca Program Manager’s Information page: cfsasailing.ca Registration is through PSP Recreation: Phone: 250-363-1009 1001 Maple Bank Rd (in Colwood) And online at bit.ly/1VxVK5T OR Naden Athletic Centre Kiosk Phone: 250-363-5677 CFSA Contact details: Email the Training Officer: training@ cfsaesq.ca Web: www.cfsaesq.ca Facebook: “CFSA Esquimalt Training Page”

CANSail Programs (Over 10 years old) CANSail Basic Basic sailing course for new sailors or those with limited sailing experience. Sailors will learn the fundamentals and be introduced to the sport of sailing through on the water games and activities. The course includes safety, crewing, steering, and seamanship.

Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm. Check schedule for 1 or 2 week sessions.

CANSail Advanced (Pre-req: CANSail Basic or White Sail III) Sailors build on existing skills in all types of conditions and to a higher proficiency.

Through on water games and activities sailors are introduced to concepts such as right of way, reading wind and waves, as well as many other skills.

This is a two week course; Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm.

CANSail Fast (Pre-req: CANSail Advanced or Bronze Sail IV) CANSail Fast incorporates the higher level sailing skills with a focus on integrating boat handling and fast sailing skills with fun.

Centered on the training camp atmosphere, sailors will refine advanced sailing skills and learn tactics, strategy, racing basics, and regatta preparation. This is a two week course. Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm.

Group Sailing Experiences We can design a sailing experience tailored to your group, whether it be a school PE program or a corporate outing. Sailing is a great way to experience the outdoors as well as to learn cooperation and teamwork.

Email CFSA Training Officer at training@ cfsaesq.ca or call the Squadron Office at 250-385-8873 to inquire.

What to Expect Expect to go sailing on your first day and every day, rain or shine. The weather can be varied on the water so please come prepared with a hat, sunscreen, wind-breaker, change of clothes, towel, lunch, snacks and plenty of drinking water. Only close-toed shoes are allowed on the docks and in the boats.

Safety helmets are required for all students under 16, unless a waiver is signed by the parent. PFD’s and helmets are supplied, but please feel free to bring your own. A Parent/ Guardian must attend the first class to sign necessary waivers.Keep an eye on the CFSA Sail Training page (www.cfsaesq.ca) or cfsasailing.ca for special info and updates.

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Sailing with CFSA CFSA 2016 LTS SUMMER Program - Schedule and Prices Course Date

Course name

Age Group

DND Non-DND Member Price Member Price

Early Bird pre-April 30

June 7 – 30

Adult CANSail Basic (Tues. & Thurs. Evenings)

18+

$315

$370

$344

June 27 – 1st

Opti Wetfeet (*1 week course) Morning

4-7

$115

$135

$126

June 27 – 1st

Opti Wetfeet (*1 week course) Afternoon

4-7

$115

$135

$126

June 27 – 1st

Opti Basic (*1 week course)

7 - 10

$208

$245

$228

July 4 – 15

CANSail Basic

10 - 18

$425

$500

$465

July 4 – 15

CANSail Advanced

10 - 18

$451

$530

$493

July 4 – 15

Opti Basic

7 - 10

$417

$490

$456

July 4 – 15

Opti Wetfeet Morning

4-7

$230

$270

$251

July 4 – 15

Opti Wetfeet Afternoon

4-7

$230

$270

$251

July 5 – 28

Adult CANSail Basic (Tues. & Thurs. Evenings)

18+

$315

$370

$344

July 18 – 29

CANSail Basic

10 - 18

$425

$500

$465

July 18 – 29

CANSail Fast

10 - 18

$468

$550

$512

July 18 – 29

Opti Wetfeet Morning

4-7

$230

$270

$251

July 18 – 29

Opti Wetfeet Afternoon

4-7

$230

$270

$251

July 18 – 29

Opti Basic

7 - 10

$417

$490

$456

CANSail Basic

10+

$383

$450

$419

August 2 – 12

(Reserved until June 15th for NOTC) August 2 – 12

Opti Wetfeet Morning

4-7

$207

$243

$226

August 2 – 12

Opti Wetfeet Afternoon

4-7

$207

$243

$226

August 2 – 12

Opti Basic

7 - 10

$375

$441

$410

August 2 – 25

Adult CANSail Basic (Tues. & Thurs. Evenings)

18+

$315

$370

$344

August 2 – 25

CANSail Basic

10 - 18

$425

$500

$465

August 15 – 26

CANSail Advanced

10 - 18

$451

$530

$493

August 15 – 26

Opti Wetfeet Morning

4-7

$230

$270

$251

August 15 – 26

Opti Wetfeet Afternoon

4-7

$230

$270

$251

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$417

$490

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$135

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$135

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$530

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Note that August 1st is BC Day a civic holiday. Programs running that week are pro-rated to account for the shorter schedule.

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Veteran Family Program

reaching out to veterans and releasing members

Military members who are medically releasing, and in need of support for themselves and their families in the transition to civilian life, can now turn to the Military Family Resource Centre for assistance.

The recently launched Veteran Family Program is a four year, pilot project that extends the services of the MFRC to meet the needs of veterans and their family members.

Any medically releasing military member or medically released veteran can utilize services at the MFRC for two years post-release, says Colleen Cahoon, Family Navigator Program Coordinator and Veteran Family Coordinator at the Esquimalt MFRC. Once a member contacts their local MFRC, staff will work the family to assess their needs, provide assistance, and help direct the family to any appropriate community agencies.

The Veteran Family Program might

provide counselling or emergency respite child care to one participant, or help another search for a family doctor. The program will also connect veterans with resources or other programs offered by the MFRC, such as Living Life to the Full, a resiliency based program that helps people deal with everyday life challenges by learning better selfmanagement skills.

“That transition (out of the military) may be challenging for some families and sometimes it’s challenging in a way people might not have anticipated,” says Cahoon. “This big life change adds a whole level of complexity to the lives of members and their families. By helping ease the member’s transition, we can help both them and their family feel assisted throughout the journey.”

A newly released member can make use of the program for a maximum of two years.

Anyone who has released since November

30, 2014 onwards is eligible.

The four year project is currently being implemented at CF Bases in Esquimalt, Edmonton, Shilo, North Bay, Trenton, Valcartier, and Halifax.

“The CF Ombudsman and VAC Ombudsman identified in early 2014 that there were some veterans and their families who were experiencing challenges during the release process,” explains Cahoon. “So VAC created a plan in conjunction with the Canadian Armed Forces to establish seven pilot sites at various bases to work with releasing members and their families.”

For more information on the program contact the MFRC at 250-363-2640 or visit www.esquimaltmfrc.com.

Be sure to check out the Community Conversation Day on Saturday May 7 at the Chief and Petty Officers’ Mess. More details in the Special Events section.

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Health Promotion Strengthening the Forces offers Health Promotion Programs to assist Canadian Armed Forces members, their spouses, and civilian employees in taking control of their health and well-being. Maintaining a high level of health improves one’s ability to perform effectively and safely on CAF operations, and contributes to a higher quality of life for everyone.

How to Register

To register for Health Promotion Programs that are marked * you must register through your Unit Training Coordinator. To register for all other programs, or if you are a military spouse, retired military and not a DND employee, please contact 250-363-5621 directly.

*Creating an Addictions Free Workplace: Supervisor’s Training (Mite 117733) This program is designed specifically for the Canadian Armed Forces and for personnel in leadership positions (MS and above).

The course is designed to assist leaders to promote an addiction free culture in their workplace. Participants learn about substance misuse, warning signs, effective interviewing skills, active listening skills, enabling, and how to challenge and change unhealthy workplace cultures.

PSP Mon May 16, Wed May 18 & Fri May 20 8:30am-noon (course includes all three sessions) PSP Mon July 18, Wed July 20 & Fri July 22 8:30am-noon (course includes all three sessions)

All Health Promotion Programs are free of charge and open to CAF members (regular and reserve), their spouses, and civilian employees (Public and Non-Public).

For more information on these courses or for spousal registration, contact the Health Promotion Office at 250-363-5621.

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*INTER-COMM: Dealing with Conflict and Improving Communication in Personal Relationships

Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) personnel and their family members who are interested in learning how to deal with conflict and improve communication in their personal relationships will be able to participate in a new course called INTER-COMM. Director General Alternative Dispute Resolution (DGADR), Military Family Services (MFS) and Health Promotion (HP) program, Strengthening the Forces (STF), have partnered in the development of this course to give individuals in the CAF community the opportunity to increase their ability to communicate more effectively.

PSP Fri May 6 - 27 8:30am-noon (Course includes all four sessions)

Tobacco Free - Butt Out Clinic This smoking cessation clinic is a one-stop-shop for members looking to quit smoking.

Members are able to consult with a doctor about their treatment options, receive and fill a prescription, as well as meet with a Butt Out Coordinator all in one visit. The new Tobacco Free Butt-Out Clinic runs out of the Base Clinic, room 131 the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month between 1-3pm. To make an appointment, call CDU 1 @ 250-363-4120. We are here to support you in your journey to be tobacco free. Please call the Health Promotion Butt-Out Coordinator if you have any questions about the new clinic at 250-363-5532.

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*Managing Angry Moments (MAM)

MAM teaches participants how to use anger constructively. It is a course intended for everyone as we all feel anger at various times.

Participants gain a better understanding of their relationship with anger. This course is not anger management counselling and is not appropriate for individuals with severe anger management problems.

PSP Thurs May5 -26 8:30am-noon (Course includes all four sessions)

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Stress Take Charge (STC) Stress is the #1 workplace disability issue today and appears to be a growing problem.

Stress Take Charge is a course for people who want to gain a better understanding of their stress reaction, how to increase their resiliency in stressful situations, and how to learn proven coping skills for managing their stress response more effectively.

PSP Thurs June 2 - 23 8:30am-noon (course includes all four sessions) PSP Thurs Aug 4 - 25 8:30am-noon (course includes all four sessions)

8:30am-4pm 8:30am-4pm

Unit Health Promotion Representative Training Are you interested in becoming a Unit Health Promotion Representative (UHPR)? UHPRs are required to have the permission of their CO and to take this half day training program to introduce them to the work of Health Promotion in the Formation. Join this vibrant group of Health Promoters and help create a healthy culture in the Canadian Armed Forces.

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The MARPAC Health & Wellness Team is a group of helping professionals who work collaboratively to address health and wellness concerns in the MARPAC community. Our primary initiative is the MARPAC Health & Wellness Strategy - an ambitious project involving over 70 people determined to create a culture of health and wellness within the defence team in five priority areas: (1) Active Living (2) Addictions Free Living (3) Healthy Nutrition and Weight Wellness (4) Organizational Wellness (5) Social and Mental Wellness The Strategy is a collaborative initiative that includes military, civilian and family members. Six Working Groups meet regularly to identify ways in which our community health outcomes can be positively impacted. For instance, the Healthy Nutrition and Weight Wellness Working Group conducted fleet galley surveys and the outcome has been the rearrangement of unhealthy foods (duff ) and the prominent display of fresh, cut fruits and vegetables.

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Clubs PSP Club Contact List Aquarius Scuba Club Dustin Renz dustinfrenz@gmail.com

CFSA Club House 250-385-2646

Triathlon Club Stephon.Mullett@forces.gc.ca

Golf Association Mohamed Ali Gudal, at 250-363-5417

Auto Hobby Club Club Phone 250-480-0191

Intersection Hockey League Dustin Matheson 250-363-0853

Work Point Garden Club Sadie Quintal workpointgardenclub@gmail.com

CFB Esquimalt Motorcycle Club

Dave Wong 250-363-6041

Karate Club Mike Maxwell 250-363-4700

CFB Esquimalt Power Boat Club Club Phone 250-360-0905

Kayak Club Doug Bell info@pfkc@gmail.com

CFMETR Boat Club Richard Crowder

Model Railroad Club Harry Stinson 250-665-7113 Stu Irvine 250-650-6005

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Clubs Aquarius Dive Club No pagers, no phones, no boss! At 90 feet it’s a different kind of pressure.

After 25 years, Aquarius has grown to become the largest active dive club in the Canadian Forces. With a 24-foot custom built dive boat (the Aquarius II), divers can take advantage of all the premiere dive sites Vancouver Island has to offer.

We offer Entry level “Basic Open Water” courses as well as “Advanced Open Water” specialties including: Dry Suit, Deep, Night, Wreck, Enriched Air / Nitrox, Photography, Rescue and Divemaster. All courses are affordably priced and include classroom time, equipment, pool dives, ocean dives and boat dives as required. We also offer bubblemaker and supplied air snorkeling for youth.

Unrestricted by geography, you can regularly find Aquarius Dive Club on the Boeing 737 sunk in Chemainus, HMCS Cape Breton and HMCS Saskatchewan in Nanaimo, HMCS Columbia in Campbell River, HMCS Mackenzie in Sidney or simply enjoying the abundance of sea life in Telegraph Cove. Trips to the Missile Silo in Washington and sites further afield such as Hawaii are always being planned!

With assets such as our own boat, compressor and trailer as well as a great group of divers always on the lookout of the next adventure, we make diving affordable and fun no matter what your skill levels are.

Find out more: aquariusdiveclub@hotmail.com www.aquariusdiveclub.com Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ groups/aquariusdiveclub

Auto Hobby Club Are you an auto enthusiast? Want to maintain that 1967 Mustang convertible?

Whether you are an enthusiast or need to repair the family car, the Auto Hobby Club can provide you with: • Tools and equipment for changing oil to rebuilding engines • Two floor hoists, tire changer, wheel balancing equipment, brake lathe and welding equipment, diagnostic machine

• On duty custodian • Conveniently located at WP1117 Hours of operation: Mon, Thu and Fri 6-10pm, Sat/Sun 9am-5pm Nearly 16 years of club operational experience!

Consider joining the club or take a facility tour by contacting President, Brady Gaudet by email at brady.gaudet@forces. gc.ca. For questions associated with the Auto Hobby Club facility please contact the Club Phone at 250-480-0191.

Canadian Forces Sailing Association Ready About! Want to enjoy the water on something other than a warship? Join CFSA. We offer: • Adult and junior CYA approved sailing programs • Moorages for Regular Force members • Full service and licensed Club House • Club reciprocals with other yacht clubs around the world.

• A full calendar of social activities • Club and inter-club racing • Maintenance yard with bi-weekly haul outs The Canadian Forces sailing Association has been established in Esquimalt for over 60 years. We are located at Monroe Head on the north side of Esquimalt Harbour.

Our memberships are very reasonable and CFSA is a great place to get involved with sailing, a sport that will last a lifetime.

Please visit the Sailing Section of this Activity Guide for a complete list of Sailing Courses being offered. If you would like a tour or more information contact the Club Commodore, Derrick Hatcher at 250-363-1010, by email at commodore@ cfsaesq.ca or visit our website at http:// cfsa.wordpress.com.

CFB Esquimalt Power Boat Club

Power Boat Club. Sign up to experience the thrill of catching some delicious Salmon or try something a bit larger with Pacific Halibut. If cruising is more your style, no problem, the Gulf and San Juan Islands, scenery is second to none, which people pay thousands of dollars to visit. All just minutes from our first rate 100 berth facilities located at Work Point. If you are new to boating, no problem, we have centuries of experience within our club members. The benefits of being a member include: • The use of the club house • Mooring slips • Docking ramp • Storage compound • Fully equipped service bays with engine hoist, power tools and a paint booth The Club sponsors five family-oriented fishing derbies and BBQs per year, with cash prizes and other awards. There is no entry fee for the derbies and no charge for the BBQs. Serving CF members have priority for berthing and other members are placed by seniority in the club. For further information, visit our website at www.boatclub. ca, call the clubhouse at 360-0905 (Thursday forenoons are the best time to call) or the club president at 250 363-5676 “Tight Lines and Happy Cruising to All”

CFMETR Boat Club at Ranch Point The CFMETR Boat Club is set in quiet Nanoose Bay, home to the Canadian Forces Maritime Experimental and Test Ranges.

The Club is open to Canadian Forces members, DND or DOD civilians associated with CFMETR. Club members enjoy: • Safe and enjoyable boating; • Beautiful scenery; and • Affordable (limited) moorage All dock space is currently spoken for. Members wishing to moor a vessel are now being placed on a waiting list. President Lt(N) Richard Crowder at 250-468-5002, or by email at Richard.Crowder@forces.gc.ca.

Are you interested in power boats, fishing or just something social to be involved with family and friends? If so consider the CFB

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Clubs Golf Association Looking to play a game in which you yell “fore,” shoot six, and write down five? Then the CFB Esquimalt Golf Association is the club for you! This club boasts one of CFB Esquimalt’s largest memberships with over 500 people! This club purchases corporate memberships at local golf courses and provides reduced green fees to its members. In addition, thanks to other local golf courses, CFBEGA member enjoy reduced green fee rates. Such benefits of this club include: • Local residents and temporary personnel receive the benefits of club membership at a variety of courses, while the participating golf clubs receive our patronage and spin off business year round.

• Participation in club tournaments and events.

• Golf Canada membership and the ability to enter and track handicap online.

• Completely member funded and nonprofit.

• For the 2016/2017 year, we hold up to 16 memberships at Olympic View, 10 at Arbutus Ridge and 4 at Glen Meadows. We also have special CFBEGA rates at the following golf course: Bear Mountain, Cedar Hill, Cowichan, Metchosin, March Meadows and Royal Oak. This club provides the opportunity for members of the defence community to play golf at a number of local courses at reduced rates.

Check out our web site, at www.cfbega.ca www.cfbega.ca for all the details or contact the Club President, Mohamed Ali Gudal, at 250-363-5417 or via email at Mohamed.

Gudal@forces.gc.ca.

Kayak Club Do you like hanging out with seals and whales? Enjoy the benefit of living on the west coast with the CFB Esquimalt’s Pacific Fleet Kayak Club!

Some of the benefits include: • Instruction in Ocean kayaking with an emphasis on safety and rescue techniques.

• New members are given the club’s basic kayaking course, which is included as part of the first year membership fee. This course is conducted in two parts: the basics and res-

cues in the Naden Pool followed by an ocean phase in Esquimalt Harbour.

• Signing out a kayak from our fleet of 20+ at any time.

• The use of the scheduled NAC pool times to practice and work on their skills.

Membership is IAW with the PSP policies on recreational clubs. The fees (excluding tax) are: Regular Members $75 first year $50 renewal Ordinary Members $100 first year $75 renewal Associate Members $130 first year $100 renewal Please visit our website www.pfkc.ca or contact us at infopfkc@gmail.com.

MARPAC Riders / CFB Esquimalt Motorcycle Club The focus of the Club is three-fold: • To promote the social aspect of group riding we provide avenues for socializing and participating in group-ride activities, including charity ride events; • To assist in your “self-help” repairs we provide limited repair shop facilities and equipment (bike hoist, and fully kitted tool kit), including instructional classes; and, • To develop rider skills we provide rider mentorship training “ride-alongs” with experienced riders that: help members develop group riding skills; help members hone their riding skills in preparation for their motorcycle skills or Class 6 road tests; or, simply enhance their everyday riding skills.

And for those wanting to learn to ride from scratch, we are now affiliated with “Learn to Ride” (a motorcycle training company that teaches new riders), who provide club members with a discount on training courses.

They provide the bikes; you simply provide the enthusiasm to learn.

Club members are proud of the CAF, enthusiastic members of the community, and staunchly promote CAF, DND, family member: Regardless of

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bike type or experience, try us out! From bimonthly small group rides to special events involving the motorcycle community, there’s a ride for you.

To find out more contact Club President Dave Wong at wongdh@shaw.ca, Vice President Shawn Zweers at shawn.zweers@ hotmail.com or Maintenance Officer Bill Grills at wgrills@shaw.ca.

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Model Railroad Club The Model Railroad Club started as an N Scale (1/160) NTRAK modular layout in December 1997. Currently the NTRAK layout is 30 feet by 36 feet. These modules are continuously updated as new techniques and experiences are gained including Digital Command Control systems.

The HO Scale (1/87) modular layout is also 30 feet by 36 feet featuring both Digital Command Control and Direct Current Control systems. Some modules depict a logging operation, mining operation and a locomotive servicing facility.

Both of these layouts have been on public display and have won multiple awards as “Best Operating Layout”, “Favourite Operating Layout”, and “Best Module” at train shows in Victoria and Nanaimo. Our layout at “Christmas in the Village” is the perennial favourite display at the Saanich Historical Artefacts Society Christmas presentation.

The club actively participates each year in the Victoria Train Show, Westshore Town Centre Hobby Show, Esquimalt Buccaneer Days, Nanaimo Regional Train Show, MARPAC Expo and West Coast Welcome.

All active or retired military members, DND and other Government Department employees are welcome and invited to join the CFB Esquimalt Model RR Club. The Club currently meets every Wednesday evening from 6-9:30pm hours and Saturday mornings from 9am-noon in the basement of building 1031 Work Point Barracks.

Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ EsquimaltMRCC

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Clubs For further information, please contact Stu Irvine at 250-650-6005, by cell at 250-413-8948 or by email stuart.irvine@ hotmail.com or Harry Stinson at 250-6657113 or by cell at 250-213-1373.

Shotokan Karate Club Karate is a striking art using punching, kicking, knee and elbow strikes, and openhanded techniques such as knife-hands. The aim of the Karate Club is to teach traditional Shotokan Karate, and to foster the development of karate through seminars, tournaments, and exposure to world-class karate and other martial arts instructors. Such benefits of this karate club include: • Many different training times and two different locations; • Affordable way to learn or practice your karate skills; • A fun way to work on your cardio, flexibility, coordination, stress relief, and quicken your reflexes while training in a safe and supervised environment.

Training is conducted at the Naden Athletic Centre, with children’s/adult classes Mon/ Wed 1830-2000 hrs, and adults Fri 1900-

2030. Beginners are accepted throughout the year. Training is also conducted at the Colwood Pacific Activity Centre on Tue/Thu, with children and adults training together at 1830-2000. For further information, contact our Club Coordinator, Stephanie Needham (250) 727-3042 or (250) 391-9521 or by email at cfb.karate@ shaw.ca.

Triathlon Club Are you up for a challenge? Do you want to get fit and have fun? If you like setting goals and seeing them through, then triathlon may be the sport for you. WE ARE looking for new athletes to send to the world military games in china, 2019, male and female elite and masters category. The club offers: • Swim practices Mon/Wed/Fri 6-7:30am • Group Bike rides Tues/Fri 6-7:45am • Access to bike travel boxes, trainers, and race wheels • Membership fees: $65 for military members, $75 for DND employees, $85 for civilians It doesn’t matter if you are a beginner or a seasoned athlete; the club welcomes all ages

and abilities. Consider coming out to a practice to see if the lifestyle of a triathlete suits you. Contact David Dallin at 250-363-2618 or by email at David.Dallin@forces.gc.ca for more information.

Work Point Garden Club Do you have a green thumb? Want to grow your own organic food year round?

Whether you are an enthusiast or wish to learn the basics, the Garden Club can provide you with: • Your own plot to work • Tools and equipment for working your plot • Fenced against deer and pets • On-site water • Available at any time of the day that suits you best Considering joining the club but want more information? Contact our Secretary, Sadie Quintal by email at workpointgardenclub@gmail.com.

10k, 5k & Kids Fun Run Sunday June 19, 2016

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Register now!

www.navyrunesquimalt.com Free childcare is available for children over two; book through 250.363.1009 before the race.

For more information contact Gillian Larsen, Manager, Community Recreation gillian.larsen2@forces.gc.ca • 250.363.1008 62 • CFB Esquimalt / MARPAC Activity Guide

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