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CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
CHILDREN'S SPECIALTY PROGRAMS
3D DESIGN AND 3D PRINTING: CREATIVE DESIGN 10-12 YRS
Explore the artistic side of 3D design. Create your own characters and bring them to life, first in the digital world and then in your hands through the magic of 3D printers. Learn the basics of character design and 3D modeling for printers.
Neighbourhood Learning Centre–Activity Room 1 & 2 Zen Maker Lab
Sep 10–Oct 1 S 1:00–2:30pm $100/4 142497 INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRONICS: MOTORS AND MOVING ELECTRICITY 10-12 YRS
Motors and moving electricity is changing the way we travel through the world around us! In this course you'll learn about electronic circuits, common components they rely on, and how we design them. Then you'll focus on designing circuits with motors and build a project that uses motors to move around.
Neighbourhood Learning Centre–Activity Room 1 & 2 Zen Maker Lab
Oct 8–Oct 29 S 1:00–2:30pm $100/4 142498 ENGINEERING FOR KIDS: SURVIVAL OF THE RED PLANET 8-12 YRS
This series of classes is all about understanding the science, technology, and engineering that will make human habitation on Mars possible. Students will learn about the Artemis Mission and how it is paving the way toward the ultimate goal of sending human beings to the surface of Mars and will explore the topics that address a human being's basic needs for survival on the Red Planet, such as water, oxygen, solar energy, and protection from UV radiation. Through fun and exciting, hands-on investigations, experiments, and building challenges, students will work in teams to design and build a physical prototype of their own Mars base.
Neighbourhood Learning Centre–Activity Room 1 Engineering for Kids
Sep 25–Nov 6 Su 11:00am–12:30pm $125/5 142488 ENGINEERING FOR KIDS: JR MISSION TO MARS 5-7 YRS
Our Junior Engineers will face Mars-themed hands-on engineering challenges and use EFK's Engineering Design Process to help them navigate and complete their tasks. Through those activities, they will explore various topics in science, as well as mechanical, aerospace, geologic, and environmental engineering that will spark their imagination and ignite their curiosity about the Future of Mars exploration.
Neighbourhood Learning Centre–Activity Room 1 Engineering for Kids
Sep 25–Nov 6 Su 1:00–2:00pm $110/5 142487
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In our Electrical Engineering program, students use the Engineering Design Process to design, create, test, and refine basic electronics and circuits. Students will both experiment with Snap Circuits® to discover the capabilities of major electronic components and build devices based on their own designs using various aspects of electricity (E.g.: flashlights, Magnetic Levitation vehicle, etc.)
Neighbourhood Learning Centre–Activity Room 1 Engineering for Kids
Nov 20–Dec 18 Su 11:00am–12:30pm $125/5 142493 ENGINEERING FOR KIDS: JR ELECTRICAL 5-7 YRS
During this program, our youngest engineers will be introduced to various ways to convey, produce, and use electricity in a safe and fun environment. From learning how electricity works to using it into their own designs, this class will take them on an electrifying journey.
Neighbourhood Learning Centre–Activity Room 1 Engineering For Kids
Nov 20–Dec 18 Su 1:00–2:00pm $110/5 142490 HAPPY: HOME ALONE PROGRAM PREPARING YOUTH 9-11 YRS
The before and after school times or occasional outing for parents are easily dealt with when youth are HAPPY: Home Alone Program Preparing Youth. This program, designed by Kathleen Lee, focuses on home and personal safety and emergency procedures for situations that could occur when youth are home alone. A resource booklet with worksheets and tips, plus a parent and guardian handout, is sent home with registrants.
Windsor Pavilion–Meeting Room 1 & 2 Kathleen Lee
Sep 18 Su 1:00–4:00pm $40/1 142458 Oct 23 Su 1:00–4:00pm $40/1 142459 Nov 27 Su 1:00–4:00pm $40/1 142460 KIDS CAN RIDE 7-10 YRS
Lifelong habits start at a young age. The sooner kids are taught safe bike handling skills, the quicker they develop confidence and ability on their bikes. The focus of this course is to help your kids develop and practice safe cycling skills and habits so that when they are older, they will be ready to learn how to ride with traffic. The skills are taught through fun games and skill-related activities! Please note that kids entering our courses should be able to ride a bike without training wheels.
Parks and Fields HendersonKiwanis Playground Capital Bike
Sep 25 Su 11:00am–2:00pm $45/1 142469 Oct 9 Su 12:00–3:00pm $45/1 142471 Oct 23 Su 12:00–3:00pm $45/1 142472 Tap into your inner chef and join us for exciting evenings of hands-on culinary creation! Each session will introduce your child to basic cooking skills and nutrition tips, while learning exciting dishes that can easily be recreated at home. All ingredients and supplies will be provided. Don't forget a container to take home any leftovers. Please register a minimum of one week prior to the course start date if you have any food allergies and email Braeden Varney at bvarney@oakbay.ca. PASTA PARTY
Neighbourhood Learning Centre Oak Bay High-Foods Lab 1
Sep 29 Th 5:30–7:30pm $35/1 141760 THAI TASTIC!
Neighbourhood Learning Centre Oak Bay High-Foods Lab 1
Oct 20 Th 5:30–7:30pm $35/1 141761 PIZZA NIGHT
Neighbourhood Learning Centre Oak Bay High-Foods Lab 1
Nov 17 Th 5:30–7:30pm $35/1 141762 MUSICAL THEATRE 7-12 YRS
This weekly theatre program will include intermediate dancing, singing, and acting techniques along with a focus on audition skills. The talented instructors will bring their show business expertise to a fun filled class, perfect for the budding star. This class will work towards a small-scale show at the end of the eight weeks.
Neighbourhood Learning Centre–Activity Room 3 & 4
Oct 4-Nov 22 T 6:30–7:30pm $73/8 141775 SCHOOL OF ART 7-12 YRS
NEW! Welcome to the School of Art! In this weekly class you will experiment with painting, sketching, sculpture, colour, shape, and form. You will have lots of fun as you learn new techniques and try a variety of art mediums. Participants will work towards an art show at the end of the class to display all their work!
Neighbourhood Learning Centre–Activity Room 3 & 4
Oct 6–Nov 24 Th 6:30–7:30pm $73/8 141808 FREESTYLE DANCE 7-12 YRS
Want a great introduction to dance? Explore your creative dance style learning a variety of fundamental dance skills and styles each week. Learn the basic techniques of dances such as Hip Hop, Lyrical, Jazz, and even a little Breakdancing at this introductory class. Have fun dancing to your favourite beats as your instructor helps you break it down into simple steps and provides opportunities to create your own freestyle moves.
Neighbourhood Learning Centre–Activity Room 3 & 4
Oct 5–Nov 23 W 6:30–7:30pm $73/8 141767 SATURDAY SAILING
See page 14 for information. 6-12 YRS
Karate is now an Olympic Sport! Learn Karate skills with Canadian champions and Pan-American Silver medalists Geoffery and Jean Newell. The Karate Brothers will teach you self-defence, confidence, respect and discipline in an environment of safety and excellence. Every class will challenge you to reach new goals. Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable clothes.
Henderson Recreation Centre–Gymnasium Karate Brothers
Sep 11–Oct 23 Su 11:00–11:45am $105/7 142212 Oct 30–Dec 11 Su 11:00–11:45am $105/7 142213 KARATE WITH THE BROTHERS 7-13 YRS
Karate is now an Olympic Sport! Learn Karate skills with Canadian champions and Pan-American silver medallists, Geoffrey and Jean Newell. The Karate Brothers will teach you self-defence, confidence, respect, and discipline in an environment of safety and excellence. Every class will challenge you to reach new goals.
Henderson Recreation Centre–Gymnasium Karate Brothers
Sep 11–Oct 23 Su 12:00–1:00pm $140/7 142214 Oct 30–Dec 11 Su 12:00–1:00pm $140/7 142215 KARATE WITH THE BROTHERSPARENT AND CHILD 3 YRS AND UP
NEW! Bring your child (3 and up) and train together with the Karate Brothers! Canadian Champions and Pan-American silver medalists, Geoffrey, and Jean Newell, will share their expertise with you in an environment of safety and excellence. Every class will challenge you to reach new goals. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring a water bottle. Registration includes attendance for 1 child and 1 parent or guardian. Please contact Braeden Varney at bvarney@ oakbay.ca if you would like to attend with 3 or more participants.
Uplands School-Gymnasium Karate Brothers
Sep 12–Oct 31 M 6:00–7:00pm $175/7 142217 Nov 7–Dec 12 M 6:00–7:00pm $150/6 142218 KARATE WITH THE BROTHERS 6-13 YRS
Karate is now an Olympic Sport! Learn Karate skills with Canadian champions and Pan-American silver medalists, Geoffrey and Jean Newell. The Karate Brothers will teach you self-defence, confidence, respect, and discipline in an environment of safety and excellence. Every class will challenge you to reach new goals.
Uplands School-Gymnasium Karate Brothers
Sep 12–Oct 31 M 7:00–8:00pm $140/7 142223 Nov 7–Dec 12 M 7:00–8:00pm $120/6 142264 KARATE WITH THE BROTHERS 5-13 YRS
Karate is now an Olympic Sport! Learn Karate skills with Canadian champions and Pan-American silver medalists, Geoffrey, and Jean Newell. The Karate Brothers will teach you self-defence, confidence, respect, and discipline in an environment of safety and excellence. Every class will challenge you to reach new goals.
Windsor Pavilion–Sports Room 1 & 2 Karate Brothers
Sep 13–Oct 25 T 6:30–7:30pm $140/7 142266 Nov 1–Dec 13 T 6:30–7:30pm $140/7 142267
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SPORTSCENTRE 7-10 YRS
NEW! Been a long week and need to let loose? Try out Sportscentre at the Henderson Gymnasium. Participants will get the chance to try out a ton of sports and activities on a rotating schedule. Each class will be a new theme including Floor Hockey, Basketball, Soccer and Dodgeball. Each night will involve some skills practice, games, and free time. The focus is on a fun and inclusive sports night!
Henderson Recreation Centre–Gymnasium
Oct 7–Nov 4 F 5:30–6:45pm $50/5 141805 Nov 18–Dec 9 F 5:30–6:45pm $40/4 141806 SOCCERTRON 4-12 YRS
These upbeat, instructional sessions are perfect for players wanting to learn the FUNdamentals of soccer. Soccertron stresses learning the correct techniques so players can thoroughly enjoy soccer for the rest of their careers. Progressive skills are taught using fun activities, under the supervision of Soccertron's enthusiastic coaches. 4-6 YRS
Oak Bay Recreation CentreIndoor Sports Field Elisco Enterprises Inc.
Sep 14–Oct 26 W 4:00–4:30pm $71/7 141403 Nov 2–Dec 14 W 4:00–4:30pm $71/7 141406 5-6 YRS
Oak Bay Recreation CentreIndoor Sports Field Elisco Enterprises Inc.
Sep 12–Oct 24 M 5:00–5:30pm $71/7 141283 Nov 7–Dec 19 M 5:00–5:30pm $71/7 141299 7-12 YRS
Oak Bay Recreation CentreIndoor Sports Field Elisco Enterprises Inc.
Sep 14–Oct 26 W 4:00–5:00pm $122/7 141408 Nov 2–Dec 14 W 4:00–5:00pm $122/7 141413 6-12 YRS
Oak Bay Recreation CentreIndoor Sports Field Elisco Enterprises Inc.
Sept 3–Oct 15 S 9:00–10:00am $122/7 141390 Sept 4–Oct 2 Su 4:00–5:00pm $87/5 141385 Oct 22–Dec 10 S 9:00–10:00am $139/8 141393 ELI PASQUALE BASKETBALL CHAMPIONS ACADEMY SKILLS-U11 & U13 9-12 YRS
Presented by Eli Pasquale Basketball this team program is focused on developing the skills and physical performance levels required to play basketball effectively. We will incorporate all the basketball skills with conditioning in order to emphasize an overall athletic lifestyle for each participant.
Henderson Recreation Centre–Gymnasium Eli Pasquale Group Inc.
Sep 12–Dec 12 M 7:15–8:30pm $302/13 141641
