The Bark Spring 2019

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ON THE COVER: The Arbutus Club Founder and first Member, the late Billie Mitchell LAYOUT DESIGN: Jeremy Reay & Rebecca Kovacs PAST ISSUES: Online at www.arbutusclub.com

contents The Spanish Charm of Sherry Once given the cold shoulder by wine enthusiasts, Sherry is charming its way back into the mainstream

Farewell to the First Lady of The Arbutus Club A final goodbye to The Club's founding member and the matriarch of the BC Skating Community, Mrs. Billie Mitchell.

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Departments 02 President's Letter

15 Club Life NEW

40 The Shoppe

04 Events Calendar

16 Food & Beverage

43 Tennis

06 Recreation Services

24 Physio & Wellness

46 Squash

07 Aquatics

26 Spa

49 Reciprocal Club NEW

08 First Aid & Dance

32 Skating

50 25 Year Club

11 Gymnastics

34 Minor Hockey

54 Bridge

12 Children's Centre

36 Personal Training

13 Youth

37 Fitness

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THE PRESIDENT’S LETTER

This past year has been an exciting and challenging one for all of us here at The Arbutus Club; we embarked on some extensive physical changes and have had to make some significant decisions.

There have been many heartwarming highlights and probably a few disappointments, but overall as I reflect on the year, I am struck by three immensely positive features of our Club: 1) Our Arbutus Club community has enormous depth and breadth 2) We have an incredibly passionate and engaged membership 3) The governing structure of our Club functions very well A great strength of our Club and Community is found in the depth and breadth of our membership. In striving to meet the needs and diverse interests of members aged Newborn to a Century, across courts, ice, water, tumble mats, studios, dining tables and dance floors, we offer an impressive variety of programs, services and facilities. We have created an environment where grandparents, parents and children can each enjoy their favorite activity simultaneously, arriving together and departing together, as families. We also provide a social environment for friends of all ages to visit and celebrate together. You won’t grow out of the Arbutus Club; no matter your skill level or age, you’ll find a place to belong.

We are a very passionate population! While we celebrate the wide variety of interest groups within our Club, we must also recognize this generates an equally wide range of deeply felt loyalties and opinions. During times of significant change, these allegiances are especially emphasized. I’ve observed impassioned advocation by members for various Club elements, and while some of these sessions have indeed been conflict-ridden the underlying engagement and commitment to our Club by its membership is so positive. So much was accomplished through these discussions and I have to express particular gratitude to those members who conscientiously showed graceful patience in considering angles and perspectives beyond their own. It’s important to celebrate, protect and respect the diversity that

creates the stability and strength of our Club. It can be a complex balancing act to achieve harmony, and the reality is we please some of the members all of the time and all of the members some of the time, but we don’t please all of the members all of the time.

With that in mind, the structure that governs our Club and ensures that these diverse voices are thoroughly heard should instill great confidence in all of us. As I’ve stated before, our Club is driven by our members and their involvement in and leadership of our business committees. Each of these committees meets monthly with its departmental management team to review performance, ensure compliance with Club policies and procedures, address member input and to collaborate on future initiatives. While I am very pleased by the progress made this year in these committees and by our Board, I know we are part of a long-standing chain of past Boards and future ones, who are committed to improving processes indefinitely.

I believe the Arbutus Club continues to reflect the values, ideals and potential established by our Founding Members. The recent passing of our beloved visionary, Ms. Billie Mitchell, was a great loss to our community. I was fortunate to share a lunch with her this past year and will fondly remember her grace, charm and quick wit. Ms. Mitchell’s strength of character and commitment to our Club provided a wonderful example for us all. She will be missed and always remembered.

And now, I would like to thank you all for the opportunity to serve as Club President. It has been a privilege to volunteer at the Arbutus Club and the time I’ve spent in this role and others has been incredibly fulfilling. I am particularly grateful for the friendships forged here I may not have had the opportunity to develop otherwise. My term as Arbutus Club President will come to an end on April 25th at our Annual AGM, and I will be transitioning my responsibilities to Ms. Martha Martindale. We are so fortunate to have her leadership and experience to guide the Club through the completion of the LRP and beyond. I assure you we are in very capable hands!

Ian Matheson Club President president@arbutusclub.com

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Board + Committee 1 2018/2019 President Ian Matheson

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Vice President Martha Martindale

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Activity Committee Chairperson Bridge, Pamela Moore, Margaret Duncan, Barbara Lecky Figure Skating, Joel Silverman Karate, William Arlotta Minor Hockey, Brian Pearson AAHL, Toby Treweeke Squash, Morley Jameson Tennis, John Ridley Totems Hockey, Dennis Janzen 25 Year Club, Judy Simonett Fitness Centre, Rick Richardson Ice Allocation, Nick Bedford Pickleball, Terry Buckley

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events calendar APRIL MONDAY, APRIL 1 • •

Book Club Meeting Spring Programs Begin All Program Areas

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3 • •

Home Safe Course (10+yrs)

SUNDAY, APRIL 7 •

Red Cross Babysitting Course (11+yrs)

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Pickleball Season Opener Pickleball New to the Game Workshop (19+yrs) Easter Egg-stravaganza (5-9yrs)

APRIL 19 - APRIL 22 Easter Long Weekend 6:00am - 11:00pm *see website for details

Duplicate Bridge Club Championships

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Emergency First Aid with CPR (12+yrs) & Recertification

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Squash Club Championships

VSB ProD Day - Youth Room Hours 10:00am-7:00pm

Stars of Tomorrow Dress Rehearsal 4:00pm - Michael J Fox Theatre

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Minor Hockey Year End Party Tickets on sale for Stars of Tomorrow - Night at the Movies online through Vtix or iReg

FRIDAY, APRIL 19 •

VSB ProD Day - Youth Room Hours 10:00am-8:00pm

SUNDAY, APRIL 21 • •

Easter Brunch Buffet and Egg Hunt Easter Dinner Buffet

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SUNDAY, APRIL 28

TUESDAY, APRIL 30

Spring Wine Dinner

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Hollywood Game Show Night (8-12yrs)

SUNDAY, APRIL 14

Paint and Pizza Night (8-12yrs)

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10

FRIDAY, APRIL 26

Youth Fitness Centre Orientation (12-15yrs) Super Saturdays (6-12 yrs)

TUESDAY, APRIL 9 • •

Arbutus Club AGM

Self-Myofascial Release and Fascial Lines Seminar

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SATURDAY, APRIL 13

MONDAY, APRIL 8 •

25 year Club - So Where Are We Going to Live Next?

THURSDAY, APRIL 25

FRIDAY, APRIL 12

Past Presidents’ Dinner Bookless Club

SATURDAY, APRIL 6 •

THURSDAY, APRIL 11

Club Tennis Singles Championships

FRIDAY, MAY 3 • •

VSB ProD Day - Youth Room Hours 10:00am - 8:00pm 25 Year Club - Voice of Travelling Canadians

SATURDAY, MAY 4 •

Arbutus Adult Hockey Banquet

SUNDAY, MAY 5 •

Stars of Tomorrow Show 1:00pm-4:00pm Michael J Fox Theatre

MONDAY, MAY 6 • •

Paint and Pizza Night (8-12yrs) Book Club Meeting

THURSDAY, MAY 9 •

25 Year Club - West End Walking Tour 10:00am - 12:00pm

SATURDAY, MAY 11 • •

Youth Fitness Centre Orientation (12-15yrs) Super Saturdays (6-12 yrs)

SUNDAY, MAY 12 Mother’s Day Champagne Brunch Mother’s Day Buffet Dinner

SUNDAY, MAY 26 • •

Red Cross Babysitting Course (11+yrs) Colour Wars (6-12yrs)

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Balloonia ( 6-9yrs)

Book Club Meeting Paint and Pizza Night (8-12yrs)

25 Year Club - Active Travel

Bookless Club

SATURDAY, JUNE 8

FRIDAY, MAY 17

Super Saturdays (6-12 yrs) Figure Skating Tests

VSB ProD Day - Youth Room Hours 10:00am - 8:00pm

Maui Jim Night

SATURDAY, JUNE 15 • • •

Arbutus Swim Meet Women’s City League End of Season Party Youth Fitness Centre Orientation

SUNDAY, JUNE 16

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Victoria Day Holiday 6:00am - 11:00pm *see website for details

Mens Tennis Doubles Calcutta

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Father’s Day BBQ Brunch

JUNE 19 & 20 Children’s Program Graduation

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 22

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FRIDAY, JUNE 14

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MONDAY, MAY 20

MAY 24 - 25

Margaritaville - Thursdays Jun 13 - Aug 22 On the rooftop

MONDAY, JUNE 3

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Bistro & Pool Deck Opening

25 Year Club - WOK Around Chinatown 10:00am - 12:00pm

SUNDAY, JUNE 2

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5

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Basketball Year End Party

THURSDAY, JUNE 13

Summer - Program Registration 7:00am - register online (iReg)

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TUESDAY, JUNE 11

SUNDAY, JUNE 9 • •

New To Baby (19+yrs) Music Finale Recital

The Pink Party & Rosé Summer Social

SUNDAY, JUNE 23 • •

Go Play Outside Pickleball Tournament Spring Programs End

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Recreation Services

SUMMER REGISTRATION

NEW Registration System Coming Soon

Save the date for Summer program registration which starts online through Gametime, starting at 7:00am on Tuesday, May 28th.

Stay tuned for more information as we transition from iReg to Gametime, a new registration and booking system. Gametime is currently used by many clubs and while it has all the great features we currently have, it also offers a number of new features that will help improve our services. In addition to having a clear and simple interface for easy navigation (class registration and court booking), it will provide improved class communication via email including start date and cancellation reminders. Gametime is designed for processing a high volume of registrations and will also provide improved mobile capabilities. It is the most user-friendly system on the market, and we will be going live in early May 2019, in time for Summer Registration. More information will be communicated well before this date, and Recreation Services Staff will be available to help you transition to the new site.

Check out the new look for our summer brochures! You can view it online on the Club’s website the week of May 6th. For questions or inquiries, contact the Recreation Services Desk at 604-269-8800 or registration@arbutusclub.com.

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DATES TO REMEMBER SPRING PROGRAM SESSION Monday, April 1 – Sunday, June 23 VICTORIA DAY WEEKEND Saturday, May 18 to Monday, May 20 (no group classes) SUMMER REGISTRATION Tuesday, May 28th SUMMER SESSION STARTS Tuesday, July 2nd 6

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Canada Day Fun Run & Pancake Bash Save the date to come celebrate Canada’s 152nd birthday at the Club with this free family event that includes a 5km and 1km run, walk or stroll, and a pancake breakfast bash served by the Board of Directors and senior management. Celebrate your finish at the post-race party with live music, airbrush tattoos, bouncy castles, games and more. Participation in the run/walk is not required to enjoy the festivities, which all take place in The Club parking lot.

MONDAY, JULY 1

Warm-up and Anthem 5km Run Starts 1km Run Starts Inflatables & Activities

8:45am 9:00am 9:15am 9:00-11am

2019 theme and registration details coming soon!

Don’t Forget to Pamper Your Children We mean diapers of course. But what kind of diapers are appropriate for the pool?

The Shoppe sells non-disposable swim diapers that you can quickly purchase in a pinch. Additionally, there are other disposable brands that can be purchased at most grocery stores in Vancouver.

Not only do regular diapers leak and could cause an unsightly incident, but once waterlogged they are quite heavy. One slip and your baby would not be able to stand back up again due to the weight of the water. Regular diapers often take on water, which can lead to explosions and compromise pool mechanics.

We want you and your children to be safe so pamper them with swim diapers and relax.

For more information please email the Aquatics Manager, Julia Brobbel, at jbrobbel@arbutusclub.com. Join a group class by registering online or calling the Recreation Services Desk at 604-269-8800.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Aquatics

EASTER EGG-STRAVAGANZA (5-9YRS) Join us in the pool for some Easter fun. The Easter Bunny has informed us that he will be hiding his eggs all around and in the pool and its your mission to find them all. There will be lots of games suitable for all swim levels.

SUNDAY, APRIL 14 1:30–3:00pm $20.00

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BALLOONIA (6-9 YRS) Who doesn’t love balloons and inflatable pool toys? Join us for a fantastic adventure in the pool with water games, deck activities, inflatable toys, pizza lunch and more.

SUNDAY, JUNE 2 1:30-3:00pm $20.00

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Advanced Aquatics Lessons ROOKIE RANGER STAR

BRONZE MEDALLION

BRONZE CROSS

The Canadian Swim Patrol is for youth who are ready to go beyond regular lessons and is made up of three levels; Rookie, Ranger and Star. These levels focus on continual learning, preparing youth for water rescue and self-rescue scenarios.

Rescue skills involve an increased skill level in first aid basics, victim recognition and non-contact rescues. Water proficiency skills include: swims with clothes on, ready position, foot first and head first surface dives. Prerequisite: Must be 8-12 years or age or have finished Swim Kids Level 7.

The Bronze Medallion course teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles embodied in the four components of water rescue education: judgment, knowledge, skill and fitness. Rescuers learn tows, carries, and defense-and-release methods in preparation for challenging rescues of increased risk involving conscious and unconscious victims of various types.

Lifesavers develop stroke efficiency and endurance in a timed swim. Includes CPR Level A/B. Prerequisite: completed Bronze Star or 13 years old

Bronze Cross is designed for lifesavers who want the challenge of more advanced training, including an introduction to water rescue. This course is the prerequisite for all advanced training programs including the National Lifeguard and instructor certifications.

Includes CPR Level C. Candidates will continue their learning of the four lifesaving components of knowledge, fitness, skills and judgement.

They will also learn deep water spinal removals as well as more complex injuries and complications in CPR. Prerequisites: completed Bronze Medallion

APR 1-JUN 17 Mondays, 6:00-7:00pm $143.00/10 sess. #21500

APR 3-JUN 19 Wednesdays, 6:00-8:00pm $204.00/12 sess. #21502

APR 4-JUN 20 Thursdays, 6:00-8:00pm $204.00/12 sess. #21503

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Dance

STARS OF TOMORROW PRESENTS

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Red Cross Babysitting Course (11+YRS) This course will teach the basics of child care and how to become a confident, responsible and knowledgeable babysitter. A course manual is included and youth will learn how to provide care to younger children and how to prevent and respond to emergencies. Certificates and first aid kits are awarded to successful participants. A lunch break will be provided, so participants may bring a lunch or purchase from the Bistro. There are two sessions offered this spring:

Sunday, April 7 10:00am-5:00pm #21530 Sunday, May 26 10:00am-5:00pm #21531 Each session is $85.00/person.

The Movies MICHAEL J FOX THEATRE We invite you to share the passion of dance with us at our year-end dance recital. The afternoon will be an exciting blend of performances ranging from breakdance to ballet.

DRESS REHEARSAL TUESDAY, APRIL 30 AT 4:00PM MICHAEL J. FOX THEATRE

STARS OF TOMORROW SHOW SUNDAY, MAY 5 AT 1:00PM MICHAEL J. FOX THEATRE

Tickets will be available online at www.arbutusclub.com starting on Tuesday, April 9 at 9am. Tickets may be picked up prior to the show at Club Reception starting Thursday, April 11. Reserved seating tickets are $27.00 +gst and are non-refundable.

EMERGENCY FIRST AID WITH CPR C (12+YRS) Designed for parents and caregivers, this course will teach you the basic steps to responding to emergencies like: severe bleeding, respiratory and circulatory emergencies, burns and wound care. This is a one-day course with hands on training in CPR and AED. At the end of the day participants will receive a certification in EFA with CPR A/B. this course also includes CPR C certification.

Sunday, April 28 9:00am –2:30pm

$78.00

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NEW TO BABY (19+YRS) For you and your new additions or addition to be. This 2 hour noncertification seminar is designed to give you peace of mind while we cover every topic from how to take action if your baby is choking to how you can tell if you child has a concussion. Class programming can be customized to meet your needs and is learner based.

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12:00pm – 2:00pm $28.40

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Dance

HIP HOP

BENEFIT OF HIP HOP FOR KIDS Dancing has been shown to have a positive impact on children. It gets them moving, helps their development in all areas, gives them confidence, increases their social skills, and more. Hip-hop dancing may be one of the youngest forms of dance out there, but the benefits it has for your child are numerous. At The Arbutus Club, we are passionate about arts education and your child. We strive to create a community with a positive atmosphere for your child to learn and grow.

WELL-ROUNDED PHYSICAL ACTIVITY Dancing is a great way to introduce your child to physical activity. Dancing itself is a very active sport and art form, and can help your child be more physically fit. Through movement, it also teaches your child how to be graceful. It increases their balance and coordination.

Hip-hop is a cardiovascular workout for your child, getting their blood flowing and strengthening their heart. However, it also helps strengthen their muscles through pushing them to learn more complex routines, training their muscles beyond what they are normally used to. The type of movement hip-hop dancing requires helps tone your child’s muscles and increases their flexibility and joint elasticity.

CREATIVITY AND MEMORY Hip-hop dancing is a one of the most creatively-driven styles of dance. Hip-hop classes give your child a space to create their own dance combinations and moves to the beat of the music. They learn that they can use dance as a form of expression. Creativity is important to children’s mental health, and increases the strength of their brain. Especially once they begin school, giving them a creative outlet to decompress is vital.

SOCIAL SKILLS AND CONFIDENCE Hip-hop class gives children the ability to socialize with other children who share similar interests and are outside of their regular circle. Hip-hop dancing is one of the most social forms of dance as it originates within a culture of different groups of people socializing through movement.

Your child will learn different ways to communicate, as well as how body language is used to communicate. In the class setting, children get to exercise their social skills in learning how to communicate effectively with the teacher and other students. These skills are important to learn at a young age because they will be carried with them throughout the rest of their life.

Additionally, hip-hop classes are great for developing children’s confidence. Especially when they have been working hard for a period of several months, they will have increased confidence and immense pride when it comes time to perform and show off their new skills. Performances for children are positive reinforcements for working hard, another skill that is important for young children to learn.

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FATHER’S DAY BBQ

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BRUNCH BUFFET

Show Dad your appreciation this Father’s Day by treating him to a BBQ Brunch Buffet at the Club. The buffet and chef attended stations will include all your Dad’s favourites from eggs benedict to prime rib.

Live music and Beermosa’s will make this an event not to be missed!

Sunday, June 16 10:30am or 11:00am seating times 3rd Floor Banquet Rooms

13+ Adults $44.00 Child 7- 12 $22.50 Child 2-6 $13.50

Gymnastics

Victoria Wong

Mara Baxendale

Alexandra Olson

Jennifer Munford

BRINGING HOME THE HARDWARE The Arbutus Club Gymnastics High School Competitive Team Wins Medals Zone Trials for Secondary School Provincial Championships The competitive season is in full swing for the gymnasts of the Arbutus Gymnastics High School Competitive Team.

Jennifer Munford and Vitoria Wong represented Crofton House, Mara Baxendale represented Sir Winston Churchill Secondary, and Alexandra Olson participated for Eric Hamber. All gymnasts had exceptional performances at the

Vancouver/Burnaby zone trials for BC Secondary Schools Provincial Gymnastics Championships.

Jennifer Munford took the silver in the all around and Alexandra Olson finished fourth place, thus securing spots on the zone team to represent their schools at provincial championships. Alexandra, Victoria and Jennifer swept the balance beam podium, capturing the gold, silver and bronze respectively. To round off the

medals hall, Jennifer received silver on the uneven bars.

The High School Gymnastics Program is all encompassing, providing opportunity to all levels of gymnasts, from beginner to advanced, to participate in the sport and to have the chance to represent their high school.

Please contact Nicole McNaught if you have any questions or are interested in the program for the 2019 fall season.

Gymnastics Summer Camps Summer registration will open in May, so be sure to check out the camps the Gymnastics Program has to offer to keep your children entertained and active in July and August.

A new exciting program that is sure to be popular is Xtreme Games for children 7 years and older. This 3 hour program will keep your child moving and challenged, with super fun, active games that emphasize team work. Partcipants will also complete obstacle courses challenging strength, power and agility. Then it is off to the pool where the fun will continue with skill challenges, games and races.

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F R I DAY

JUNE 7

All of the fun none of the crowds! Believe it or not, this will mark year number three that the Arbutus Club has joined forces with the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club to privately rent out Playland at the PNE! Look for more information about when and how to register closer to the date, this is a nonrefundable rain or shine event. $45/PERSON +TAX 5PM-9PM

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Children's Centre

Valentine’s Day in the Children’s Centre One of the many events we love to celebrate in the Children’s Centre is Valentine’s Day. The children brought Valentine’s treats and cards for all their classmates and handed one out to each child. They learned about friendship, what it means to be a kind friend and how to make our loved ones feel special.

In Terrific Twos, the two year olds loved their Valentine’s Day Party. The teachers brought some heart-shaped cookies and they loved handing out their treats to their friends. Some children were very festive and even dressed up in red and pink! It was a great day of love and kindness in the Children’s Centre.

Youth

NEW SEASON, NEW CLASSES Check out what’s new for junior members this Spring! We have courses, events and new programs to engage and entertain our youth. new class

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SUPER SATURDAYS (6-12 YRS)

PAINT AND PIZZA NIGHT (8-12 YRS)

Each month, Youth Leaders will take a group of youth on an out-trip to experience different activities around the city. This is a great way to meet new people and explore the city in a safe and fun setting with our Youth Staff.

This new class will provide youth the chance to meet new people, learn new crafting skills and enjoy a pizza dinner and beverages. The craft will be led by the Youth Leaders and may include fun activities such as homemade soaps, clay art, canvas paintings inspired by famous artists and more.

Saturday, April 13

9:00am-4:00pm

$84.00

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Saturday, May 11

9:00am-4:00pm

$84.00

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Saturday, June 8

9:00am-4:00pm

$84.00

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Join the Youth Leaders for a fun night of friendly competition in a series of outrageous and hilarious game-show themed activities, such as Jeopardy, Minute to Win It, Family Feud and Charades. Come test your knowledge and skills and most importantly, have fun.

6:00-8:00pm

6:00-8:00pm

$20.00

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Monday, May 6

6:00-8:00pm

$20.00

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Monday, June 3

6:00-8:00pm

$20.00

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HOLLYWOOD GAME SHOW NIGHT (8-12 YRS)

Friday, April 26

Monday, April 8

COLOUR WARS (6-12 YRS)

$20.00

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This will be a battle for the ages! In this new event, youth will be divided into four colour teams and compete in a variety of challenging and super fun games. The winning team will be be crowned the Colour Wars champion.

Sunday, May 26

1:00-3:00pm

$30.00

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HOME SAFE COURSE (10 YRS+) The next Home Safe course will take place in April and will help children develop the skills necessary to make them feel comfortable and confident while staying home alone. They will learn how to establish a routine, key responsibilities of the home, dealing with strangers, emergencies, basic first aid and internet safety. All registrants will receive a certificate of completion and a pizza lunch.

Saturday, April 6

10:00am – 12:00pm

Cancellation Policy

$60.00

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To receive a full refund, cancellations for youth events must be received 48 hours prior to the start time. If a waitlisted member can take the spot the cancellation fee will not apply.

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SPRING

WINE

DINNER

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10 6:30pm Reception 7:00pm Dinner Quilchena Terrace

$140/person

N E A R LY S O L D O U T !

A delicious five course meal prepared by The Arbutus Club's own Chef Michael.

Each course is paired with a wine from BC’s very own Spearhead Winery. Join guest speaker, Spearhead Winemaker, Grant Stanley.

Arrive hungry, leave happy!

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Due to the complex nature of this event no menu substitutions will be accommodated with the exception of food allergies.

This is a fragrance-free event, please do not wear any cologne or perfume.

Must be 19 years old + Register online or contact Avril Carroll at acarroll@arbutusclub.com

Club Life hockey 3 skate with the canucks

pickleball

pink shirt day

couples tennis championships

queen of the court

morning men's tennis group

breakfast with santa

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Food & Beverage

Spring Wine Dinner

Easter Dinner Buffet

The Arbutus Club’s annual Spring Wine Dinner is almost here! A delicious five course meal prepared by Chef Michael, with each course paired with a wine from BC’s very own Spearhead Winery. The speaker will be Spearhead’s Winemaker Grant Stanley who produced his first vintage in 2017 with the winery. Come hungry and leave happy. Maybe even meet some new friends.

Bring the whole family for the Club’s own delicious Easter Dinner! The Easter Bunny hops by to make an appearance at dinner time too.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10 6:30pm Reception 7:00pm Dinner Quilchena Terrace $140.00 per person • Due to the complex nature of this event no menu substitutions will be accommodated with the exception of food allergies.

• This is a fragrance-free event, please do not wear any cologne or perfume.

• Must be 19 years old +

Easter Brunch Buffet with Egg Hunt Spring is in the air, and that means the Easter Bunny will be hopping by The Arbutus Club for our beloved Easter Brunch. This exceptional buffet includes an array of seafood and all the classic brunch favourites.

Children’s Easter egg hunt will be held on the rooftop gardens! (weather permitting) SUNDAY, APRIL 21 10:00am - 1:00pm 3rd Floor Banquet Rooms Adult $44.00 Child 7-12 $22.00 Child 2-6 $13.50

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SUNDAY, APRIL 21 5:30, 6:00 or 6:30pm seating times 3rd Floor Banquet Rooms Adults $51.50 Child 7-12 $22.00 Child 2-6 $13.50

Mother’s Day Champagne Brunch Buffet Mom deserves the world, after all she brought you into it! This Champagne Brunch is not to be missed. Both Mother’s Day Brunch times offer a mimosa bar to spoil all of our Club’s amazing moms, along with live musical entertainment.

SUNDAY, MAY 12 10:00am-11:30am & 12:30-2:00pm seating times 3rd Floor Banquet Rooms Adult $44.00 Child 7-12 $22.00 Child 2-6 $13.50

Mother’s Day Buffet Dinner Buffet Dinner features fresh seafood, carving stations, and a large variety of salads and desserts. A scrumptious spread and live entertainment make this a truly memorable event.

SUNDAY, MAY 12 5:30, 6:00 or 6:30pm seating times 3rd Floor Banquet Rooms Adult $51.50 Child 7-12 $22.00 Child 2-6 $13.50

The Pink Party & Rosé Summer Social Pink tie, pink dress, pink wine! The Arbutus Club takes 'rosé all day' to an all new level. This is an all rosé wine tasting event, with each guest receiving a voting token upon arrival.

Vote for your favourite rosé wine!

Seasonally appropriate reception style cuisine is included from 7-9pm during the tasting. Arbutus Club bars open at 9pm, with live entertainment late into the night.

THURSDAY, JUNE 20 7.00pm - Until Late Food and wine tasting Quilchena Terrace $55.00 • This is a members only event • Some form of pink attire required.

The pinker the better!

• Must be 19 years old +

Father’s Day BBQ Brunch Buffet Show Dad your appreciation this Father’s Day by treating him to a BBQ Brunch Buffet at the Club. The buffet and chef attended stations will include all your Dad’s favourites from eggs benedict to prime rib. Live music and Beermosa’s will make this an event not to be missed!

SUNDAY, JUNE 16 10.30am or 11.00am seating times 3rd Floor Banquet Rooms Adult $44.00 Child 7-12 $22.00 Child 2-6 $13.50

SPRING FEVER AT THE ARBUTUS CLUB Private Playland All of the fun, none of the crowds!

This will mark the third year that The Arbutus Club has joined the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club to privately rent out Playland at the PNE! Look for more information about when and how to register closer to the date.

Spoiler alert! Keep your eyes peeled for another big event hosted in partnership with the RVYC coming to you in November of 2019.

FRIDAY, JUNE 7 5-9pm $45+tax per person.

Tickets include paring and are rain or shine non-transferable, nonrefundable. Free for children under 3 years old. On average playland at the PNE sees 5000 guests in a day. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to experience the park without the wait times.

Live Music in The Fireside Join us in The Fireside on the last Saturday of the month for live music

by Adam Rohrlick of Hip Pocket Jazz.

Enjoy instrumental acoustic guitar from 5:00pm-6:30pm.

Lobster Month in The Fireside The Food and Beverage team is thrilled to bring back Lobster Month. The wildly popular special features old classics and new favourites from Chef, Serge & Bobby! The special lobster offerings will be available for lunch and dinner from Wednesday, June 5th to Sunday, June 30th. Come hungry and bring a few friends!

Margaritaville on The Rooftop The Club’s best kept secret returns! Every Thursday evening from June 13th through to August 22nd the Food and Beverage team create a rooftop BBQ restaurant. Open from 5-8pm for food service and until 9pm for beverage this is the only place to be on a Thursday evening. Enjoy lawn games and casual fare this summer with live music in the month of August. No reservations as this is a first come first serve event. This event is weather dependant.

The Bistro Pool Deck Opening Party The Bistro and Pool deck will officially open with our traditional party. Featuring Chef’s creations from the grill with a Mediterranean twist; fresh summery salads and complimentary ice cream.

Entertainment and family games for kids of all ages. Free samples from our vendors.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 22 5:00pm – 8:00pm Adults $15.00 Children (10 and under) $10.00 Beer $5.00 / Wine $5.00

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Bacchus to Basics

By Andrew Cornell Director of Food & Beverage

the spanish charm of sherry Hello and thanks for reading! In the past article of Bacchus to Basics, we discussed the fundamentals of Port. This time, we’ll touch on a different fortified wine that comes from Spain instead of Portugal. The wine that I am speaking of is known as Sherry. In the past, you may have only found a bottle at your Grandmother’s house, but it is now making an appearance back in the mainstream for many delicious reasons.

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the spanish charm of sherry

how is sherry made ?

Sherry is a fortified wine; most simplistically, this means that a regular table wine is made and then a liquor is added into wine, increasing its alcohol content and making it ‘fortified.’

Sherry begins as a wine only made from white grapes grown in the vineyards surrounding Jerez, located in the southwest of Spain. It’s said that the name ‘Sherry’ is actually just the anglicization of the Spanish word Xeres (Jerez).

There are about twelve different styles of Sherry, and all are treated to achieve different levels of sweetness, alcohol content, and flavour profiles. The diversity and variety of styles make it a particularly exciting wine.

The lightest and driest styles of Sherry are most similar to a regular dry, white table wine while the most complex styles are aged in oak barrels, resulting in a wine that is very dark in colour and intentionally oxidized.

While oxidation or the lack of oxidation play crucial roles in creating the style of a Sherry, flor is equally important. Flor is the name for a film of yeast that forms on the top of an aging wine under exact winemaking conditions.

This layer of yeast forms naturally and protects the wine underneath from contact with oxygen, which allows it to retain its freshness, acidity and clear colour. In the production process, it is very important to keep wine in airtight conditions in order to prevent oxidation and thwart off bacteria and wild yeast strains.

Sherry starts as wine only made from white grapes from Jerez in the southwest of Spain

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In the process of making Sherry, barrels are filled five-sixths full, leaving space empty, allowing the flor cap to form. The addition of too much alcohol (anything over 17%) and the flor will die, which means that the wine will have full contact with oxygen. Over time this will cause the wine to turn brown, less acidic, and rounder in profile. Just like when an apple is cut in half and left out on a counter, oxidation will occur leaving the fruit brown in appearance. The same process happens to wine if it comes into direct contact with oxygen. Though in this case, it is done deliberately and has positive qualities in the style of wine that is sought to be achieved.

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most common types of sherry fino Made under a thick flor cap, with no oxidation. This results in a dry yeasty, saline profile with notes of Mediterranean herbs, fresh dough and almonds.

manzanilla

the solera system The solera system aims to produce a consistent style of wine year after year.

This unique process allows for wines of many different vintages to be blended together with the intent of having the finished product a mixture of ages.

Imagine a pyramid of barrels stacked atop one another, every level containing sherry from a different vintage year. Each year, the winemakers drain wine from the very bottom level (the oldest) of the pyramid and bottle it for sale. They use freshly made Sherry wine to fill up the barrels on the uppermost level, and then all of the other levels filter down towards the bottom. Approximately one-third of each barrel is drained in this downward fashion, mixing wines from numerous vintage years.

No barrel is ever completely drained, and therefore some of the earlier wine always remains in each barrel. The remaining wine diminishes to a small portion over

There are about twelve different styles of Sherry

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time, but there can still be significant traces of wines much older than the average year. In theory, traces of the very first wine placed in the 'solera system' may be still be present even after 50 or 100 years! So not only is the wine aging and gaining complexity, it is also being blended with other vintages and gaining the characteristics of those wines too.

Don't be fooled! If you ever see a Sherry labelled with the word 'solera' and a year, this simply refers to the year that the solera was started, not that the entire bottle is actually 50 years. This bottle could contain a fraction of wine dating back to that original solera 50 years ago, but odds are the average age of the wines in the blend are much younger.

FUN FACTS ABOUT SHERRY By the end of the 16th century, Sherry had a reputation in Europe as the world's finest wine.

When Ferdinand Magellan prepared to sail around the world in 1519, he spent more money on sherry than on weapons.

It’s not just wine that is aged using the Solera System, other products that undergo this process include Balsamic vinegars, Spanish brandy and Spanish rums.

Non-oxidized, under a flor cap, this Sherry is dry, has saline notes and a fresh, zesty liveliness. Displays more coastal aromas than a Fino, such as seaspray. The English translation of Manzanilla is chamomile, which is another aroma typically found in this type of sherry.

In Sherry, fortification takes place after fermentation, meaning most Sherries are initially dry, with any sweetness being added later.

While they are both fortified wines, this is starkly different than port wine which is fortified halfway through its fermentation, stopping the process to ensure not all sugar is turned into alcohol.

Oxidizes in a slow, controlled manner, and is exposed to oxygen through the slightly porous oak barrels. This sherry gains a darker colour and richer flavour than Fino, and is said to have nutty aromas, tobacco, aromatic herbs and oak. Made fully dry but often sweetened for export, Amontillado is also bottled with slightly higher alcohol levels (between 16% and 22%).

oloroso Aged in the absence of flor, in an oxidative way. To create an Oloroso, the base wine will be fortified with 17-18% alcohol, which makes it impossible for flor yeasts to survive.

Due to evaporation of 3-5% in volume each year, the resulting Oloroso will grow more concentrated with an end result of 20-24% alcohol.

Oloroso means fragrant, and the best examples will display dried fruits, leather, nutty aromas, balsamic notes, toasted wood, and tobacco.

Though naturally dry, the relatively high strength and full body of an Oloroso will give it an impression of roundness and even sweetness.

While Scilian Marsala style wine is made in the solera system, they call the system 'in perpetuum,’ which comes from the Latin meaning ‘forever.’ www.arbutusclub.com

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ON THE ROOFTOP THURSDAYS

THIS SUMMER

The Club’s best kept secret returns! Every Thursday evening from June 13th through to August 22nd the Food and Beverage Team create a rooftop BBQ restaurant. Open from 5-8pm for food service and until 9pm for beverage this is a popular spot. No reservations are taken in this first come first serve style outlet. Enjoy lawn games and casual fare this summer with live music in the month of August. This event is weather dependent.

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FIRESIDE FEATURES SUNDAY Prime Rib Night Slow roasted overnight, AAA Canadian Beef ribeye served with fresh baked Yorkshire pudding, seasonal vegetables, au jus and mashed potatoes. Includes a caesar or green salad to start. $32 $5 Caesars

$5 Mimosas

WEDNESDAY Date Night Three courses! An appetizer and an entree each finished off with a dessert to share. $68 Any wine by the bottle 25% off *excludes the Cellar Selections List

SUNDAY BRUNCH 10:30-2:00pm A la carte brunch that is sure to please.

THURSDAY Surf & Turf Where land meets sea. Enjoy a grilled 6oz beef filet, a broiled 5oz lobster tail and accompaniments.

$5 Caesars

Any sparkling wine by the glass 25% off

$5 Mimosas

MONDAY Free Dessert Night Order any entrée off the “plates” section of the menu and your dessert is on us!

TUESDAY The Catch Fresh fish offerings every week. $18 $5 House Wine (Sandhill Pinot Gris or Blasted Church Cab Merlot)

FRIDAY Tapas Time!

Small appetizers designed for sharing 5:00pm – 6:30pm $5 House Wine (Sandhill Pinot Gris or Blasted Church Cab Merlot) SATURDAY It's the Weekend! $8 Premium Martinis or Double Highball 2oz Tanqueray Gin, Sid’s Vodka, Bulleit Bourbon, Johnnie Walker Black Scotch, Bacardi White Rum, Crown Royal Rye

LOUNGE FEATURES SUNDAY Prime Rib Night Quality is key! AAA or better only and slow roasted overnight. $28 Prime Rib Entree Add a starter greens or caesar salad for only. $4 $5 Caesars MONDAY Burger & Any Draft Beer 63 Acres local natural beef, burgers made in house with any draft beer. $15

WEDNESDAY Greek Souvlaki Night Choice of chicken or lamb, served with rice, greek salad, and pita. $15 Sushi Features 5–9pm $4 Blue Buck Pale Ale Draft Sleeve THURSDAY Sushi Features 5-9pm Fresh offerings of the highest quality. $4 Growers Ciders (Apple, Peach, Pear)

$4 Red Truck Lager Draft Sleeve

FRIDAY Sushi Features 5-9pm Fresh offerings of the highest quality.

TUESDAY The Catch & Wing Night Fresh fish offerings every week. $18 Chicken wings. $7

$4 Driftwood Fat Tug IPA Draft Sleeve

$5 House Wine (Sandhill Pinot Gris or Blasted Church Cab Merlot)

SATURDAY - AAA NY Steak & Prawns Caesar salad and garlic toast. $22 $8 Well Martinis

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Physio & Wellness

swing into spring Take the TPI Golf Swing Assessment and Start the Season Right A great way to get the golf season started on the right track is with a TPI (Titleist Performance Institute) Physio and Golf Assessment.

This assessment can help ensure that your body is ready for a successful and pain-free season. The TPI assessment is an hour long 1-on-1 session with a physiotherapist and can be covered under extended health coverage.

A TPI MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL IS ABLE TO: Incorporate TPI principles with physiotherapy assessment and treatments Identify physical limitations and dysfunctional movement patterns that may limit your performance Help golfers return from injury and manage injuries that are limiting your play Improve the efficiency of your swing Increase the longevity of your game Provide recommendations and communicate with your trainer and/or golf professional you are currently working with.

TPI GOLF SWING ASSESSMENT INCLUDES: A one hour, 1 to 1 individualized session with the physiotherapist A comprehensive body assessment and screen The TPI golf swing analysis An individualized exercise program aimed at correcting specific dysfunctional movements to help improve the efficiency of your swing as well as helping prevent injury

If you are interested in this assessment or have questions, please contact Johnny at jyiu@arbutusclub.com or call Club Reception to book a TPI Golf Assessment appointment.

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Physio & Wellness

New to the Team

ismail bhamji Ismail is a graduate from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy and is a practicing member of the Registered Massage Therapists Association of British Columbia (RMTBC).

Ismail’s passion lies in sports where he grew up playing a wide variety of sports mainly focussing on soccer and rugby. With his experience and passion for treating sports related injuries, he is able to gain a better understanding of a wide variety of orthopedic conditions ranging from Low Back Pain, Knee Pain, Plantar Fasciitis, Neck Pain/Whiplash, TMJ dysfunctions, and Thoracic Outlet Syndromes, just to name a few.

Previous to his RMT career Ismail spent time working at institutes such as Big Feet where he has gained much experience and skills in treating the lower extremity, particularly feet.

In his spare time, Ismail enjoys spending time with his family and 2 year old daughter. You can also find Ismail involved in the Lower Mainland sports/athletics community and often known to volunteer at major sporting events.

Ismail is very much excited to be part of the Arbutus Club Wellness team and is looking forward to helping members maintain their active and busy lifestyles.

new location

Stephen Kovacs

For Physio & Wellness appointments contact Club Reception, book online via The Club app, or call the Wellness Clinic at 604-269-8771.

bodyworker/cpt

As you may know, due to the renovation occurring at the Club, Stephen has been relocated to the Billie Mitchell room alongside the Spa. The Club has done a fantastic job renovating this area with a scenic and relaxing atmosphere. Please come check out this new space and book your massage appointment with our most experienced therapist, Stephen!

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APRIL

Easter Month Promotions NEW from Guinot Skincare 30 minute Hydra Peeling Facial $85 (original price $125)

Guinot’s Hydra Peel

This facial is a professional treatment for youth, radiance and hydration. Packed with skin brightening ingredients, this facial will give your skin a radiant shine that lasts.

Treatment exfoliates, resurfaces, moisturizes and renews the skin.

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In just 45 minutes the skin will feel splendid, beautiful and re-energized. Both treatments minimize brown spots, smooth out the texture of the skin, increase radiance, minimize signs of aging and deeply moisturize the skin. The best suited Hydra Peel treatment is determined on the client’s beauty goal and level of sensitively.

The skin will look brighter, feel cleaner, fresher and younger regaining its luminoisty. * Results may vary from person to person

New Product Guinot’s SUNLOGIC Anti-Aging sunscreen High protection formula for the face and Body Protects against the harmful effects of UVA and UVB rays Protects against blue light Helps reduce the signs of premature aging Buy 1 and get the 2nd one 30% off! (Retail $60 each) *This promo is only valid for the month of April

Contact the SPA for more details at 604-269-8772 or email spa@arbutusclub.com

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MAY

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Father’s Day Spa Promotions It’s Your Dad’s Turn to be Pampered

Help Dad enjoy his day this month with a Father’s Day Sports Pedicure for $45 including a complimentary paraffin treatment and a complimentary gift.

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Billie Mitchell

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Photo courtesy of the BC Sports Hall of Fame

In Memorium

billie mitchell 1915 - 2019

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n Wednesday, February 13th The Arbutus Club lost our gracious and visionary ‘first lady,’ Mrs. E.V. ‘Billie’ Mitchell at the age of 103. Her vision to create a private club with recreation and social facilities for families in Vancouver planted the seed for the place we all call home today. She was a legend amongst the figure skating community and her legacy lives on through the families that hold memberships at The Club.

“The Arbutus Club became a reality because of Billie Mitchell,” acknowledges Brent Elkington, CEO of The Arbutus Club. “It’s a pretty remarkable story that started with one remarkable individual.”

After moving to Vancouver from the North Shore in 1949, Mrs. Mitchell became passionately involved in the local figure skating community. She first served as a volunteer and later a board member for the Kerrisdale Figure Skating Club, while also commuting to West Vancouver’s Capilano Winter Club to serve as a member of the Organizing Committee and a member of the Board of Directors. Billie’s involvement in the skating community across the Lower Mainland enabled her to recognize that the city of Vancouver lacked a family-focused, multi-purpose recreation facility; the idea for The Arbutus Club was beginning to take shape.

While driving home from a skating session at The Forum in the late 1950s, Billie had a sudden bolt of inspiration. It was time for the sporting community to take root in Vancouver with the creation of a private club. Excited at the prospect, Billie immediately organized friends and influential community figures to help her dream come to fruition. “[It] was the one

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She forged her own path, when there was no path to follow, and she enriched the lives of others along the way.

- O wen C l a r k , Bil l ie Mitc h el l 's g ra nds o n

time I didn’t procrastinate … we had something worthwhile to pursue,” admitted Billie in a 1984 interview.

Plans for The Arbutus Club evolved swiftly. Billie recruited friends to assist with her proposal, including architects Frank Anderson and Mark Sharp, forming a society of members who were equally interested in the prospect of a private club. The team held open houses, community meetings, and restlessly campaigned for others to contribute. The hard work proved enormously effective, with the enlistment of enough members to raise $200,000 in initiation fees, allowing the purchase of property and club construction to begin. Plans were developed for a state-of-the-art 57,700 square-foot facilities, complete with an enclosed swimming pool, social amenities, and the City of Vancouver’s largest ice surface at the time.

On February 11, 1965 The Arbutus Club officially opened its doors. The ice rink that Mrs. Mitchell yearned for was open for Members, sparking the first milestone of The Arbutus Club’s Phase 1. Membership numbers increased as other recreation services were built for the club. The seed that Billie had planted steadily grew into a solid family tree.

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into it,” explains grandson, Owen Clark. “She did not focus on all the barriers associated with any particular endeavour. She focused on the possibilities. She forged her own path when there was no path to follow – and she enriched the lives of others along the way.”

Billie Mitchell’s accomplishments go beyond her inspiring role as one of the founders of The Arbutus Club. A tenacious community leader, Mrs. Mitchell’s career illustrates the extraordinary passion she had for figure skating.

In 1961, Billie was elected the Chair of the British Columbia Section of the Canadian Figure Skating Association (CFSA), becoming the first woman elected to the Board of Directors.

She broke gender barriers and made history by becoming the first woman to be President of the CFSA and to serve on its executive level. These achievements culminated in Mrs. Mitchell receiving Queen Elizabeth II’s Silver Jubilee medal from The Government of Canada in 1977 and later being inducted into the BC Sports Hall of Fame, recognized as a “Builder” in the realm of figure skating.

Billie’s grandson, Mr. Clark explains, “her accomplishments were not the result of a deep ambition to wield power or receive praise; her accomplishments were the result of unshakeable confidence in herself, natural unselfishness, and a desire to make life just a little better for someone else.”

This sentiment is echoed by Pam Greenslade, Figure Skating Director at The Arbutus Club, “she pioneered many initiatives in our sport, which are still in effect today. Billie was all about family – both the immediate and extended ones – her skating fraternity involved at every level of the sport to The Arbutus Club Members and staff.”

Life of achievements Billie Mitchell, also affectionately known at The Arbutus Club as Member No.1, will have a lasting legacy as the bold, resourceful, and determined woman that created a home away from home.

“Billie is – and always will be – the pillar of what The Arbutus Club stands for,” says CEO, Brent Elkington. “One energized thought, followed by an immeasurable amount of action has built our Club to what it is today. I don’t know how almost 8,000 Members and over 400 employees can ever thank her for what she accomplished, but on behalf of all of us, thank you.”

1915 Billie born in the Marpole neighbourhood of Vancouver

1958 Billie dreams of a private club located in Vancouver. She rallies her friends, business contacts, and community leaders to support her vision.

1958 - 1960 Billie and her recruits enroll enough members to generate $200,000 for the land sale and construction project.

1961 Becomes the first female Section Chairman on the National Board of Directors for the Canadian Figure Skating Association (CFSA).

1962 The Arbutus Club purchases property at the corner of Nanton and Arbutus, bringing Billie's idea one step closer to fruition.

June 1964 Billie joins The Arbutus Club President, Bill Henson and Senior Management at the sod turning ceremony to mark the beginning of construction.

February 1965 The Arbutus Club Ice Rink opens to Members for the first time.

1976 Billie is the first woman elected as President of the CFSA.

1993

Billie is – and always will be – the pillar of what The Arbutus Club stands for.

- Th e Ar b ut us C l ub C EO, Bren t E lk i ng to n

The Arbutus Club dedicates meeting and activity room in honour of Billie.

1996 Inducted into the Skate Canada Hall of Fame.

1998 Inducted into the BC Sports Hall of Fame as a Builder. www.arbutusclub.com

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Figure Skating

CONGRATULATIONS

GOLD FEET

Congratulations to the following skaters for passing tests at recent evaluations.

Miss McKenna Durbin Takes Double Gold

Mckenna Durbin Westminster Waltz Completed Gold Dance Level

Brigette Lee Blues Completed Senior Silver Dance Level

Rosie Johnson Blues, Paso Completed Senior Silver Dance Level

Tiana Hsu 14 Step, 10 Fox

Johanna Kim 14 Step

Stephanie Wong Willow Waltz

Emmeline Solinas Canasta Tango

Caitlyn Chan Dutch Waltz

A Congratulations to McKenna for recently completing her Skate Canada Gold Dance level.

McKenna has already passed her Gold Skill level in the national system and is currently working on her Senior Silver Freeskate and Diamond Dances. She is also the 2018 recipient of the Alan Atkins Sportsmanship Award.

McKenna is a grade 8 student at Crofton House and when not on the ice practicing or volunteering to help with our younger skaters she has many active pursuits. She was a lead in her class production of Into the Woods before Christmas and is currently working on set for the senior production. She skiis, plays basketball, enjoys drawing, singing, acting and baking. Recently she has found a new passion for sewing after having taken a textiles course at school.

We would all like to congratulate McKenna and say a big thank you for all that you do to make our program better.

Spring Programs Join Us! For more information on the spring programs please contact Pam at pgreenslade@arbutusclub.com.

There are lesson opportunities in Figure Skating, Learn to Skate and Power Skating.

Private and semi-private coaching in all areas are available where ice permits.

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Figure Skating

DID YOU KNOW? Many of our young skaters ask questions relating to the ice and its maintenance.

How much water does it take to build a rink?

If the floor is level, it will take approximately 10,600 gallons.

What is the temperature of the ice?

"There is a sensor on the concrete slab that sends a signal to our ice plant and to our computer building control program that tells us ice temperature. It is always between 6-8C. The arena is kept at 8C. The humidity is controlled by the white unit on the stage above the timekeeper bench. We keep it around 50%.

It is computer monitored."

Farewell to our Figure Skating Matriarch Billie's focus on creating a training venue for national and international figure skaters was a first in the city and has laid the foundation for the sport to flourish PAM GREENSLADE The Arbutus Club Figure Skating Director

– Stephen MacVittie, Plant Operations Manager Helene Madison Pool at the WAC

Why do the figure skaters and hockey players like different ice temperatures?

Hockey prefers harder ice to facilitate faster skating.

It allows for smoother less snowy playing surface which allows the puck to slide easier. Figure skaters prefer softer ice to enable the toe pick to “plant” without shattering the ice and making large holes.

How thick is the ice?

“At The Arbutus Club we keep the ice at 1 ½”- 2” and thickness tests are done weekly with a laser unit that stores all the thickness and location data. The data is then uploaded to the computer.”

– Stephen MacVittie, Plant Operations Manager

How do you make ice?

Forming a good skating surface is not an easy task by any means and freezing a rink properly involves many stages.

Making ice requires technology similar to the functioning of a refrigerator or an air conditioner. The main difference is a refrigerator doesn’t cool ice directly, it cools a calcium chloride solution known as brine water which is pumped through pipes beneath the ice. The system mainly consists of 3-piece chillers, steel pipes and brine water/refrigerant.

McKenna Durbin

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Minor Hockey

Hockey with the Canucks Back in February, 10 goalies from The Arbutus Club Pee Wee and lower levels, participated in an informative hockey clinic. Instructing and assisting the young players were 7 goalies from Bantam and Midget. It was a great evening and we had a good group of spectators observing the session.

Ian Clark, Goalie Coach of the Vancouver Canucks, was in attendance. Ian taught the kids some game tips and techniques, providing a very engaging hockey experience that was both challenging and awesome.

REMINDER: Registration for returning players is April 10 - April 24, 2019.

An amazing experience, and a ton of fun!

Minor Hockey As Minor Hockey has come to a close for the 2018-2019 season, we want to thank all of our hard-working volunteers who put in countless hours supporting our Minor Hockey Association.

Everyone from Coaches, Managers, HCSP and timekeepers, without your dedication to our players and program, the season would not be possible.

THANK YOU

Please use the Hockey Canada Registry online program.*

*E-Mail reminders will go out to all returning Minor Hockey Players about returning player registration.

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All new players should contact the Minor Hockey Director jfothergill@arbutusclub.com for registration packages.

Minor Hockey

Arbutus Club Hockey Development (ACHD) Spring is Here!

Synthetic Ice

Join in our weekly 4-on-4 programs on Thursdays running from April 4 - June 6.

This program is ideal to prepare for the next Minor Hockey season as well as a great opportunity to continue to skate in a fun relaxed environment once a week through Spring!

We are offering our Synthetic Ice classes where shooting is our main objective.

Players get to wear skates and work on all the shots to continue to improve in accuracy and strength so that when they are in games they can make their shot count!

Registration To register for Spring 4 on 4 or Synthetic Ice classes, register online or contact registration@arbutusclub.com.

For specific program related questions, please contact the ACHD Director at jfothergill@arbutusclub.com

Matthew Heine in the Canucks starting lineup

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Personal Training

sealfit for success How Small Business Owner and Proud Father, Chris Fleck, Discovered a Navy SEAL Style Physical and Mental Training Program Hi, my name is Chris Fleck. I’m a small business owner, father of 2 awesome kids and a husband to a very understanding and tolerant wife who knows my need to seek out “uncommon” challenges. Several people have asked me about my fitness transformation over the past few years so I wanted to share my journey with others that may find themselves like I did 3 years ago in the gym with no goals, motivation, purpose or passion. I was approaching my 40’s and knew I was getting older and was starting to get weaker emotionally, mentally and physically. I wanted more.

My wife introduced me to Sealfit.

My goal was to complete Sealfit Kokoro (50+ hrs). Modelled after US Navy Seal hell week, it is the ultimate physical and mental challenge. It takes place at Camp Pendleton , California.

Sealfit is a way of life. It is an integrated functional fitness and mental toughness program. It’s run by retired and reserve Navy Seals, members of special

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operations community and a select few Sealfit certified coaches. It is very demanding, yet extremely fun and scaleable to meet the needs of both beginner and advanced athletes. Robert Gibb, The Arbutus Club Personal Training Director, helped with the Olympic Lifts, Kettlebell strength at beginning of the journey. Yves McDavid and I did a few sessions of High Intensity Training and Jerome Bertrand helped with injuries.

Through retraining bad movements and increasing my range of motion, I was able to complete the training required.

The journey I took has helped me shatter my limits in all areas of my life.

It has me in the best shape of my life, training with passion and purpose again.

It simply makes you a better father, mother, brother, sister, son, daughter, teammate and leader. The program and coaches have made me understand the importance of thinking of others first, giving back, helping those in need and always focusing on living a daily life with

gratitude, humility, accountability and extreme ownership.

Myself, Patty (my brother), and a few other enthusiasts have been down to train with the Sealfit community and Coaches, completing some of their crucible events.

We are hoping to bring these events up to Vancouver area: •

20x Sealfit challenge (12 hrs)

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Sealfit Kokoro (50+ hrs)

What’s holding you back?

Break free of mediocrity and find your new limits.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to christopherafleck@hotmail.com

Fitness

Instructor Profile

Instructor Profile

stephanie laoun

linda shedden

Coming from a background in sports, Stephanie’s life completely changed five years ago when she discovered the incredible benefits of Pilates. Through its healing practice, Stephanie was able to fully recover from a ten-year-old injury that prevented her from playing and competing in tennis – a sport she had been passionate about as a junior growing up in Montreal.

When Linda discovered CALLANETICS™ classes at The Edinburgh CALLANETICS™ Studio she was instantly hooked.

It was the only exercise regime that she ever enjoyed and kept up with, and the results were great motivation.

Stephanie returned to the sport as a Tennis Professional, owing much of her success to Pilates, and is eager to share her training and experience with her clients. It is her hope that it allows them to also achieve their goals.

Stephanie’s passion for Pilates truly shines through in her way of teaching. She aims to inspire her clients and empower them with the knowledge and the strength to move their bodies mindfully, healthfully and with ease: a practice she hopes they will carry outside the studio, and throughout their everyday lives.

Stephanie is a certified STOTT PILATES® instructor who completed her Mat, Reformer, Cadillac, Chair and Barrels training at Full Circle Studio, under the mentorship of Darcy McMurray and Heather Laura Gray. She is also a certified Tennis Canada instructor who coaches provincial-level junior players at The Arbutus Club. Stephanie is a new Pilates instructor at the Arbutus Club but is also a current tennis coach.

fitness classes: Restorative Pilates Pilates Level 1-2 Pilates Level 2-3 Pilates Level 2

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Linda continued going to classes for four years to maintain the tightening and toning of her body before moving to Vancouver in early 2006. At the time, there were no CALLANETICS™ classes in Vancouver, nor anything like it. Missing the classes so much and the effect on her body shape, she went about becoming a CALLANETICS™ teacher herself.

Certified in September 2007, Linda was the first Certified CALLANETICS™ Teacher in British Columbia and is still one of only a handful in Canada. Linda teaches CALLANETICS™ classes around Vancouver and has been teaching at The Arbutus Club since 2009.

In early 2016, Linda was invited to LA to be a part of filming new CALLANETICS™ videos - the first release of official videos in 22 years. Linda is currently in year 2 of certifying as a Restorative Exercise Specialist™ through Nutritious Movement™ and has recently certified as a Pilates teacher through Boditree Pilates and Healing.

fitness classes: Callanetics Tuesdays | 10:50-11:50am Register for fitness classes online or contact Jesse Robertson, Fitness Manager, at jrobertson@arbutusclub.com or 604-269-8807

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love your heart Using Exercise to Fight Heart Attacks and Improve Your Overall Cardiovascular Health

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xercise has numerous health benefits that have been widely proven to affect the body in a positive manner. One of these manners is heart health. It has been shown that regular cardiovascular and resistance exercise has the ability to strengthen the heart.

Did you know the heart beats an average 100,000 times per day, 35 million beats a year, and roughly 2.5 billion times in a lifetime? The left side of the heart pumps blood through 120,000 km of blood vessels which is the oxygenated blood. Your heart has a cardiac output of approximately 5 litres per minute at rest and in elite athletes it can be as high as 30 L/minute.

The heart is made up of 2 ventricles and 2 atriums which serve to pump de-oxygenated blood to the lungs and then back out to the rest of the body. The deoxygenated blood comes from the inferior and superior vena cava into the right atrium and right ventricle. This blood is pumped to the lungs via the pulmonary artery to receive fresh oxygen and return to the left atrium via the pulmonary veins. The atrium supplies the left ventricle. The left ventricle contracts to push blood through the aorta to the rest of the body to supply oxygen throughout.

Exercise can help increase the strength of the contractions of the heart, increase the overall blood volume, change the percentages of the blood composition, and reduce the resting heart rate. Having a reduction in heart rate is beneficial because it is typically from a stronger contraction of the ventricles which means the heart muscle itself is stronger. The heart muscle (which is called the myocardium) can actually increase in thickness from both exercise and disease.

Blood volumes can increase anywhere from 0.5 Litres to 1.0 Litres depending on a person’s size, weight, and gender. Blood volume of an adult male is on average 5.0 litres for males and 4.5 liters for females. Additionally, blood is typically comprised of three major components: red blood cells, plasma (water), and white blood cells. These components can vary based on the type of exercise you do, as well it can change based on your health status.

This may help to avoid common heart issues. If you include 30 minutes of cardiovascular exercise three times a week into your routine it may have positive benefits to your heart. You can bicycle, run, use an elliptical, or swim to achieve your 30 minutes of cardiovascular exercise.

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If you’d like suggestions on how to exercise with your cardiovascular health in mind please contact Jesse Robertson, jrobertson@arbutusclub.com

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featured class

Plyometrics Plyometrics’ is defined as doing a high amount of work in a short amount of time by moving a human’s body vertically or horizontally quickly. This class is focused on the principle of being able to produce a high amount of force in their muscles in a reactive and controlled manner.

These exercises will focus on developing proper jumping, acceleration and deceleration techniques so that members can use it in other sports to perform better. This class will transfer abilities to sports including but not limited to: Soccer, hockey, football, tennis, sprinting and running. This class enable participants to be able to work on their speed and technique.

A variety of exercises will be used including vertical jumping, horizontal jumping, side lunges, running drills, squats, and lunges. This is a high intensity class and members must not have any injuries in their ankles, knees, or hips.

SATURDAYS / APRIL 6–JUNE 22 10 sessions 6:45-7:45am Arbutus Studio 2

Drop-in participants are also welcome if space permits, and if minimum numbers for the class to run are met.

If you have questions about the class, contact Jesse Robertson, Fitness Manager at 604-269-8807.

Balance Training for Everyone Balance is a trainable skill that can be developed at any age and is useful in many different aspects of life. It is needed in sports, going up stairs, walking on snow and ice, walking with groceries and much more. Working in conjunction with resistance exercise, balance can help avoid hip fractures and prevent harmful falls.

Balance is a combination of feedback from muscles, joints, tendons, and signals sent from the brain to correct for imbalances.

The brain will send commands to the

muscles and use feedback from a variety of structures to correct to maintain balance.

The ear is used in the vestibular system for maintaining spatial orientation and balance.

There is a myriad of health issues that can affect a person’s balance including vertigo. The vestibular system maintains static and dynamic equilibrium.

Static equilibrium is the maintenance of the body position relative to force of gravity while dynamic equilibrium is the maintenance of body position in

reaction to sudden movements such as acceleration and deceleration of movements (twisting, jumping, walking, and sitting). The vestibular system is made up of the semicircular ducts, utricle, and saccule. The semicircular ducts maintain dynamics equilibrium. The utricle and saccule maintains static equilibrium.

If you feel that your balance could use some work, contact Jesse Robertson, Fitness Manager, at jrobertson@arbutusclub.com to give you exercises in person to try. www.arbutusclub.com

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DISCOVER New of TheArrivals Shoppe A-List items and What to Wear at The Club this Spring

“I am Sport. Gameday or Any Day.” - Adidas Kids

Adidas Girls MH Bos Tee

Asics Kids Up Court Adidas Boys Club 3 Star Tee (Recycled Polyester)

Adidas Girls MH Bos Crew (Sweatshirt) Adidas Boys Club 35 Short

"Designed for slick style and efficient performance."

- Wilson Footwear Mens Wilson Kaos 2.0

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Spring 2019 Collections

The Shoppe

“Spring forward with fresh & flattering hits!”

- Lija Style Lija Nevo Etoile Jacket

Lija Elite V Tank

Asics Womens Gel Resolution 7

Asics Womens Sol Speed FF

Asics Womens Gel Resolution 7 Asics Womens Gel Challenger 12

Lija Elite Match Skort

“The Revolution is Here!”

- Wilson, The Clash

Wilson CLASH 100 Tour

Wilson Super Tour 2 Bag 2 Comparment - Large x 9 rackets

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TENNIS MEN’S DOUBLES CALCUTTA

Social, Dinner and Auction 19+ An open auction held in conjunction with a doubles tennis tournament.

Dinner & Auction Fri, May 24 @ 6:30pm $35/person Dinner only #22797

Games Begin on Courts 1 - 4 Sat, May 25 9am-3pm $55/person Includes Friday Dinner & Lunch on Saturday #22796

Players sign up as an individual and we pair stronger players with weaker players. (ie. number 1 seed with number 32 seed, number 2 seed with number 31 seed etc.)

We will auction off the teams (bidders do not have to be event players) during the Friday night dinner. Player’s attendance is mandatory for dinner. Guests are welcome for the dinner portion and may bid on teams.

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Tennis

CONGRATS Names in the News Congratulations go out to Nicki Horton and Tim Hopkins who won the 2019 Arbutus Couples Championships.

In the final they edged out Shannon Taylor and Lorne Folick after facing match points against them. The Most Romantic Couple was Darlene Prosser and Chris Webber.

There was a great atmosphere for the Queen of the Court team event. The ultimate Queen ended up being Stacy Lederman who went undefeated throughout the whole event.

The Arbutus Junior Club Championships saw the following winners: Benjamin Dee, Veronica Dee, Natalie Thomas, Matthias Dee, Dexter Tournquist, Louis Rapoport and Matthew Yeung.

TENNIS ETIQUETTE: When it comes to attire please, remember to wear t-shirts that are tennis related or are plain and wear shorts made for tennis.

The main communication with doubles partners during a match should be 1) to give positive support and encouragement or 2) to discuss tactics based on how the opponents are playing.

Resist the urge to “coach” your partner. Though the intentions are good it is rarely taken well.

Please remember to turn cell phones off when on the court in consideration of fellow players.

TENNIS TRIVIA: If your serve hits the returner’s partner in the air what is the ruling?

As of March 1, how many Canadian men and women have a singles ranking in the top 100 in the world?

UPCOMING EVENTS Prizes will be awarded to the first caller with the correct answers.

Please call the Tennis Office at 604-269-8895

April 27-May 4

Club Singles Championships

May TBA

Wood Racquet Tournament

May 24 & 25

Men's Tennis Doubles Calcutta

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WOMENS CITY LEAGUE

End of the Season Party 19+ A great way to celebrate the end of the competitive season.

Join us on courts 9-12 for On Court Play from 3-5pm (Next Gen Format) followed by refreshments up on the Rooftop Deck from 5-7pm.

We will have awards and “fab” draw prizes!

Sat, June 15 3pm – 7pm $30/person Courts 9 to 12 & Rooftop #22795

Register online with iReg or please contact the Recreation Services Desk at 604-269-8800

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The Pink Party

& Rose Summer

Social

Pink tie, pink dress, pink wine.

The Arbutus Club takes Rosé

19 + Members only.

Some form of pink attire required, the pinker the better!

All Day to a new level. At this rosé wine tasting event, each guest receives a voting token upon arrival so you can vote for your favourite rosé wine. Seasonally appropriate reception style cuisine is included from 7-9pm during the tasting. The bar will open at 9pm with live musical entertainment late into the night.

Thursday, June 20 | 7pm-Late | Quilchena Terrace | $55/person

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Squash

ARBUTUS JUNIORS SQUASHING THE COMPETITION Geoffrey Yee, Jaden Lee and Daniel Tiwana are Juniors on the Rise Arbutus juniors are going from strength to strength. Over the past year, Club Professional Ian Woodhead, has seen three of his juniors really step up their training. Geoffrey Yee, Jaden Lee and Daniel Tiwana are three of The Club prodigys making great strides up the Squash BC rankings. All three of the boys are training at least five times a week and playing in local tournaments. Geoffrey and Jaden have risen to the top 20 in the U13’s while Daniel Tiwana is ranked #13 in the U11 category. At only 8 years old, Daniel has a few years left in the U11’s.

DANIEL TIWANA How long have you been playing squash?

2.5 years.

What is your favorite thing about squash?

Making my opponent run and inflicting maximum pain on them.

Favorite shot?

Cross court backhand volley nick and Triple windmill fake (like James Willstrop).

What is your future goal?

I have two: Reaching the top 10 in the World Squash rankings, and becoming Arbutus Club Mens Squash champion before age 14.

What is your favorite food to eat after a hard, physical match?

Lamb popsicles in Bengali masala (from Market Meats) with roast potatoes and Colmans Garden Mint Sauce.

Club coach Ian Woodhead had this to say about the three boys: “When I first started at the Club in Fall 2017, the three boys were just starting out playing squash. Over the past 16 months, they have started playing in some minor beginner events, and are now competing with the best juniors in BC. This is a testament to their hard work and dedication. I think this goes to show what can be achieved if you take a sport seriously and put the training in. They’re a pleasure to coach and I’m really looking forward to what they can all achieve in years to come.”

GEOFFREY YEE How long have you been playing squash?

I started playing squash 3 years ago but started training more seriously just over a year ago. I started taking lessons from Ian when he started last September.

What is your favorite thing about squash?

I like the fast pace in squash because it tests your reflexes.

What is your future goal?

I want to beat my dad before I’m 13 so that I can say my dad lost to a 12-yearold! In the future I want to beat a PSA player. I know there is a lot of work to do first. I like the hard work because it’s a sign of me pushing myself.

Favorite shot?

I like the back-hand drive because it looks nice when I do it! Of course, it also makes your opponent run a lot.

What is your favorite food to eat after a hard, physical match?

Sometimes I don’t like eating after squash but when I do, I usually eat pizza because it’s one of my favorite foods.

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JADEN LEE How long have you been playing squash?

I have been playing for less than 16 months.

What is your favorite thing about squash?

It's a fun and great workout.

Favorite shot?

Backhand volley drop.

What is your future goal?

I want to compete at the national level.

What is your favorite food to eat after a hard, physical match?

Chocolate milk.

Pickleball

Adult Squash Clinics Our adult squash clinics have taken off at The Club. Once a month Ian Woodhead runs a themed clinic on a Thursday. Each clinic is tailored around the given theme and tweaked to accommodate players of all levels. Each workshop has limited space and will run 7:008:30pm on the following dates: APRIL 18 The benefit of playing straight #26630 MAY 16 Deception #26631 JUNE 13 Taking the ball in short #26632

Squash Club Championships 2019 Get ready to throw your name in the hat to win the championship title and have your name engraved on the Club Championships plaque located in the squash lobby.

Categories will include Men’s A, B, C, D, 50+ and Women’s A, B, C, D, as well as Junior A/B. New this year, we also have a Squash 57 category. Finals will begin at 5pm on Friday, April 12th so be sure to swing by to watch the matches.

APRIL 8-9, 11-12 $30.00

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Includes matches, prizes and Friday evening social.

Check out what’s NEW for Spring!

PICKLEBALL - NEW TO THE GAME WORKSHOP (19 YRS+) This is a fun, informative and social workshop where you will learn the basics of the game as well as the terminology (kitchen, dink shot, dill ball, flat face). Light refreshments will be served courtside. Space is limited and registration is required.

SUNDAY, APRIL 14 1:00-2:45pm $26.25 #28300

PICKLEBALL SEASON OPENER (19 YRS+) Start the Spring season with this fun, fast paced round robin tournament complete with prizes and awards. Light refreshments will be served courtside. Space is limited and registration is required.

SUNDAY, APRIL 14

3:00-5:00pm $30.00 #28301

GO PLAY OUTSIDE PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT (19 YRS+) Courts 7 and 8 will be lined and ready to go for this fun and social tournament. Food and beverages will be available, along with first rate draw prizes.

SUNDAY, JUNE 23

2:00-5:00pm $45.00 #28320

Register online through iReg or for more information, contact Ian Woodhead at iwoodhead@arbutusclub. com or call on 604.269.8892.

ARBUTUS BEGINNERS FIRST TOURNAMENT Five of our junior players embarked on their first squash tournament in January 2019. Liam Leslie, Tyler Cheung, Callum Durbin, Angus Turnbull and Sara Lehman played at The Evergreen Club in North Vancouver. All five of them played extremely well and we are sure to see them in future events.

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Easter Brunch Buffet with Egg Hunt

Spring is in the air, and that means the Easter bunny will be hopping

by The Arbutus Club for our beloved Easter Brunch. This exceptional buffet includes an array of seafood and all the classic brunch favourites.

Children’s Easter egg hunt will be held on the rooftop gardens!

(Weather permitting.)

SUNDAY, APRIL 21 10:00AM - 12:00PM 3rd Floor Banquet Rooms 13+ | Adult Child 7-12 Child 2-6

$44.00 $22.00 $13.50

Easter Dinner Buffet

Bring the whole family for The Club’s own delicious Easter Dinner!

The Easter Bunny hops by to make an appearance at dinner time too.

SUNDAY, APRIL 21 5:30PM & 6:00PM Seating times 3rd Floor Banquet Rooms 13+ | Adult Child 7-12 Child 2-6

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$51.50 $22.00 $13.50

Reciprocal Club

Helene Madison Pool at the WAC

spectacular seattle Take a weekend getaway to the Emerald City The Washington Athletic Club – also known as the WAC – is a renowned gem nestled in the heart of the Emerald City.

Since opening its doors in 1930, the WAC has evolved into one of the United States' premiere city athletic clubs. A mustsee Seattle landmark, the WAC's historic Clubhouse stands as a testament to their rich history. Established over 80 years ago, their 21-story art deco high-rise is categorized as a Seattle Historic Landmark and also appears on the National Register of Historic Places.

While the exterior is much to marvel over, it's what's on the inside that counts.

Inside, you will be treated to state-ofthe-art athletic offerings. With five floors of fitness, the WAC has everything from personal training to group fitness classes - lift weights, unwind with yoga, or sweat it out with a killer cardio session. The self care doesn't stop there either. Enjoy deep relaxation with a warm stone massage at the Spa.

But the crown jewel of the WAC has to be

Helene Madison Pool, which serves as an urban oasis in Seattle's downtown. Located on the 6th floor, the pool boasts Masters practices, and water aerobics, plus family and lap swim time.

The Inn at the WAC has spacious suites and thoughtfully designed guest rooms to make you feel right at home. Featuring 109 rooms, the full-service luxury hotel is sure to meet your needs.

Guests can dine at three restaurants – whether you're looking for a quick and casual bite, bar food and beers, or a sit-down meal complete with expertly-paired wine, you definitely won't go hungry during your stay.

When you're not enjoying the WAC's bounty of services, get out and enjoy the city.

Sip wines from Washington's Columbia Valley on an outdoor patio, savour the city's cultural heart at the Seattle Art Museum, or watch the sunset descend on the city from Kerry Park.

Plan a trip and head for the Peace Arch to set your sights on the serenity of the Washington Athletic Club.

Washington Athletic Club 1325 Sixth Avenue, Seattle, Located in the heart of the city's downtown core 3 restaurants serve everything from formal dining to casual eats Full-service day spa offers massages, therapeutic treatments, and salon services Enjoy access to an indoor heated pool, running track, squash, basketball, handball, and racquetball courts For more information, visit www.wac.net www.arbutusclub.com

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New Activities for Spring The 25 Year Club Committee is proud to present these great new activities for Spring. If any of these spark your interest, register online through iReg or with the Recreation Services Desk at 604-269-8800. For more information about the 25 Year Club Committee or events they plan, contact Chrystal Stone, Assistant Recreation Services Manager at 604-269-8803 or cstone@arbutusclub.com. Registration is open to 25 Year Club and Club Members first. If there is space one week prior to the event, Members are welcome to sign up a guest.

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Great Bike Journeys of the World Robbin McKinney - photographer, videographer, raconteur, and founder/owner of Great Explorations and Randonnee Tours - has been traveling the world by bicycle for over 35 years. Robbin presents an inspiring collection of photography and videos from his latest sojourns (Loire Valley, Ireland, Morocco, Sicily and Chile, Amasterdam to Bruges, Prague to Vienna, Tuscany). This presentation will include stories and images from a lifetime of bike journeys throughout the world to inspire you to travel actively on your next adventure. Coffee and tea will be available.

“So Where Are We Going to Live Next?�

The Canadian Snowbird Association (CSA) is an advocacy organization dedicated to actively defending and improving the rights and privileges of Canadian travellers. This presentation will cover a variety of topics useful for Canadians who travel frequently to the United States including trip planning, border crossing issues, forms, medical insurance and more. Coffee and tea will be available.

As we age, our housing needs change. But how do we know when it's time to make a move? And if we do move, should we buy or rent and what should we watch out for? Club Member, Michael Geller, is an architect, planner, real estate consultant and developer. He is also an adjunct professor at SFU and a columnist for the Vancouver Courier.

Over the years he has been involved with the design and development of numerous housing developments including Deering Island, Bayshore, downtown and Westside condominium projects and housing for seniors and care facilities. This presentation will look at the pros and cons of moving along with new and existing housing choices. It will advise on how to check whether a 1400 sq.ft. condo is really 1400 sq.ft., what features make a home more suitable for ageing, and clues on how to determine whether a developer is cutting corners. Coffee and tea will be available.

Friday, May 3 1:00-2:30pm $5.00 #27926

Thursday, April 11 7:00-8:30pm $10.00 #27925

Tuesday, June 4th 7:00-9:00pm $10.00 #27928

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Photo courtesy of the City of Vancouver Archives

walking tour

West End Walking Tour with John Atkin Settled in the late 1880s, the West End was popular because it was away from the smoke and smells of the harbour and its industry. Large mansions and houses populated the choice sections along the waterfront and next to Stanley Park. Zoning in the 1920s set the stage for the neighbourhood of towers we know today. John Atkin will take you on a walk to explore the fascinating history of this popular and ever changing neighbourhood.

Thursday, May 9 10:00am - 12:00pm $10.00 #27927

05.09 walking tour

A WOK Around Chinatown Sip, savour, taste and enjoy a personalized culinary and cultural walking tour of Vancouver's famed Chinatown. This fourhour adventure includes a narrated tour of the Dr. Sun Yat Sen Classical Chinese Garden, historic Chinatown landmarks, an exploration of exotic foods, cookware and herbal medicine stores followed by a Dim Sum lunch. As this tour accommodates a maximum of 10 people for a more personalized experience, this event is open to 25 Year Club Members only.

Cancellations must be received by June 10th for a full refund.

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Thursday, June 13 10:00am - 2:00pm $70.00 #27929

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Seniors Activities

There are lots of great activities that our active seniors, age 55 and up can get involved with at The Club. From 25 Year Club events to Fitness programs, it's all here! For more information about any of these offerings contact the Recreation Services Desk at 604-269-8800.

BOOK CLUB

DUPLICATE BRIDGE

Meet other Club Members who share a common interest in this year-round, Member led Book Club. Participants take turns selecting a book and leading discussions to enjoy a shared reading experience. For more information contact JoAnn Murtagh at joann.murtagh@shaw.ca

Duplicate Bridge is a fun and stimulating game for people of all ages. More than a card game, this cerebral ‘sport for a lifetime’ enhances quick thinking, logic, reasoning, concentration and partnership skills. There are usually 8-10 tables, and the Duplicate Bridge Director often gives a short lesson or a few tips prior to the bridge session, as well as directs all tournaments and games. New members are always welcome.

First Monday of each month 10:30am-12:00pm

Mondays, Apr 15-Jun 24 9:00am-12:30pm

BOOKLESS CLUB Are you interested in meeting with a group of members to discuss topics of interest without turning a page? Have we got a group for you! It’s just like a Book Club, only there’s no book, and no club...you attend as your schedule allows, or as the material suits you. The topics range from motivating, to intriguing, to hilarious, and the open discussion is fast paced and fun. Jane Macdougall, a well-known journalist and Club Member is the liaison for this club. For more information email Sue Snow at ssnow@arbutusclub.com

$63.00/9 sessions $8.00/drop-in sessions

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25 YEAR CLUB The 25 Year Club was launched in 1990 and is made up of Members who have been paying full dues at The Arbutus Club for 25 years or more. The 25 Year Club Committee meets several times throughout the year to plan and host a variety of activities that offer a welcoming ambience for both singles and couples.

First Wednesday of each month 10:00am-12:00pm

SPEAKERS EVENT WITH MICHAEL GELLER WRITER’S CLUB Have you always had an interest in writing and just didn’t know how to get started? The Writer’s Club focuses on short pieces of fiction, poetry and journal writing and is intended for novice writers. For more information contact Betty Huang at aceserve2000@aol.com

Third Thursday of each month

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The Canadian Snowbird Association (CSA) is an advocacy organization dedicated to actively defending and improving the rights and privileges of Canadian travellers. This presentation will cover a variety of topics useful to Canadians who travel frequently to the United States including trip planning, border crossing issues, forms, medical insurance and more.

Thursday, Apr 11 7:00-8:30pm

$5.00/1 session

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Seniors Activites

VOICE OF TRAVELLING CANADIANS

WEST END WALKING TOUR WITH JOHN ATKIN

The Canadian Snowbird Association (CSA) is an advocacy organization dedicated to actively defending and improving the rights and privileges of Canadian travellers. This presentation will cover a variety of topics useful to Canadians who travel frequently to the United States including trip planning, border crossing issues, forms, medical insurance and more.

Settled in the late 1880s, the West End neighbourhood was popular because it was away from the smoke and smells of the harbour and its industry. Large mansions and houses populated the choice sections along the waterfront and next to Stanley Park. Zoning in the 1920s set the stage for the neighbourhood of towers we know today. John Atkin will take you on a walk to explore the fascinating history of this popular and ever changing neighbourhood.

Friday, May 3 1:00-2:30pm

$5.00/1 session

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Thursday, May 9 10:00am-12:00pm

$10.00/1 session

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Senior Fitness Classes BALANCE CHECK FOR OLDER ADULTS ORIENTATION (65+)

POSTURAL BACK CARE (55 YRS+)

In this half hour appointment, The Club's Fitness Centre staff will evaluate your balance, and provide you with six exercises that will improve your stability and strength.

Using a combination of chair and mat work, this class is designed for participants with less mobility to help increase the strength and endurance in their low back. This is a low intensity class while moderately challenging to help reduce lower back pain.

RESTORATIVE PILATES (55 YRS+)

Thursday, April 4-June 20

This class is focused on accommodating mobility restrictions while gently moving the body in all three planes of motion. It is best for clients who want to maintain range of motion in otherwise tight joints, or balance strength and awareness in movement. This will be a full body movement class that allows you to set your own pace.

FUNCTIONAL FITNESS (60 YRS+)

Mondays & Wednesdays

7:00-8:00am

3:00-4:00pm

$183.60/12 sessions

#23536

The key to preventing falls and being injury free is to improve balance and proprioception, or spatial awareness, and the ability to move effectively and efficiently. This class will focus on improving posture to increase endurance, strength, balance and flexibility. Classes may include mat work on the floor but alternatives will be provided for those with less mobility.

Tuesday, April 4-June 18 2:00-3:00pm

$183.60/12 sessions

#23540

Thursday, April 4-June 20 2:00-3:00pm

$183.60/12 sessions

#23541

To ensure any of the below classes are a good fit for you, contact Jesse Robertson, Fitness Manager at 604-269-8807 or email at jrobertson@arbutusclub.com

www.arbutusclub.com

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Bridge

Check out what’s new for Spring!

DUPLICATE BRIDGE If you know the basics of bridge bidding and can play at a reasonable pace, you can play Duplicate. The most common misconception about duplicate is that you have to be an experienced player or even an "expert" to enter the game. In fact, playing duplicate bridge is one of the best ways to become a better player! Find a partner and give it a try.

Monday, April 15-June 24 9:00am-12:30pm Full session fee: $63.00/ 9 sessions (no session on April 22 or May 20) Drop-in fee: $8.00 per game ($9 Reciprocal Bridge Club Members)

DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP LUNCHEON The annual championship game will be followed by a presentation of the trophy to the winners, as well as a presentation of the trophies to the Overall Champion Pair, the Most Improved Pair, and winners of the Grant Gerrard event which took place in Fall 2018. Celebrations will finish with a delicious luncheon to commemorate the day’s event.

Monday, April 8 Lunch: $30.00 Bridge Fee: $8.00 drop-in

Register for the Bridge Club Championship Luncheon on the sign-up sheet at Duplicate Bridge, or email cstone@arbtusclub.com to reserve your spot by April 1st.

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This Champagne Brunch is not to be missed! Both Mother’s Day Brunch times offer a mimosa bar to spoil all of The Arbutus Club's moms, along with live musical entertainment.

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