Phone, in person, and online registration
Arena, Sport, Fitness & Wellness, Arts & Culture
Advanced Aquatic Programs
Aquatics Preschool lessons Aquatics School Age/Adult & Private lessons
Thursday, December 8, 6:00AM
Wednesday, December 14, 6:00AM
Thursday, December 15, 6:00AM
Monday – Friday
6:00AM – 9:30PM
Saturday & Sunday
7:00AM – 7:30PM
• Go to the WSPR Intelligenz website: explore.wspr.ca
Creating a new online account
• Click “Register” to create a new account.
(Reception and pool closes 30 minutes before facility closes)
Christmas Eve December 24 7AM-3PM
Christmas Day December 25 Closed Boxing Day December 26 Closed New Year’s Eve December 31 7AM-3PM New Year’s Day January 1 (2023) Closed
• Enter in your personal information such as name, address, contact information, and password. Required fields are indicated with a * and require a response to save. Click “Register” to complete.
• From the menu, you should now see your first and last name as the logged in user. Click on the menu icon, the click the Courses search, Enter in the course ID to find a specific course, or a keyword to search all courses that include the keyword.
• Please have your VISA, MasterCard or American Express credit card ready
Full credits or refunds will be processed by contacting Reception a minimum of 7 DAYS for Pro-D Day, Winter Break, Spring Break and Summer Camps and 3 DAYS for all other courses prior to program start date (less supply costs). Full credits or refunds are issued when West Shore Parks & Recreation cancels a program or when a program is not convenient due to course changes. Every effort is made to cancel in a timely manner (3 to 5 days prior to course start date). Year Long Preschool and Out of School Care: Please refer to Parent Handbooks for program specific cancellation policies.
Visit Passes, 1 month, 3month and promotional passes are nontransferable and non-refundable but may be upgraded to an annual pass. Annual and annual family passes are eligible for a one-time extension for leaves exceeding 30 days. Leaves less than 30 days may be granted for medical or personal emergencies. Requests may be granted for cancellation of annual passes for relocation or medical reasons. Cancellations are effective at the end of the current month. Annual regional passes are non-transferable, non-refundable and are not eligible for extensions. A $5 replacement fee applies if a pass is lost or stolen.
Credits are valid for one (1) year from the date of issue. For refunds, payments made by Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Debit will be credited to your credit/ debit card (some restrictions apply). All other refunds are refunded by cheque and processed within 10 working days. Prorated refunds may be granted at the discretion of the Program Coordinator for medical reasons (with doctor’s note), relocation outside of Victoria, course withdrawals requested after the first lesson and from date of request for Passes. A $25 fee may apply to NSF cheques, and credit card or electronic fund transfer rejections.
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Bookings Department
Facilities - bookings@wspr.ca
Sports & Arena - arenabookings@wspr.ca
Golf Course
Rob Wilson rwilson@wspr.ca
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To book a WSPR room, arena, fields, facilities and evening/weekend follow these steps.
1. Download a form
The ‘request for use form’ is available at JDF reception, or online at www.wspr.ca under the Facility link.
2. Complete the form
Please fill out the form with all of the details of your booking.
3. Submit the 'request for use'
Completed forms may be submitted in person, by mail, fax or e-mail to: Rooms, Picnic Shelter, Parking Lots bookings@wspr.ca
PH 250-474-8611
FAX 250-474-8650
The Q Centre and Indoor Sports Complex arenabookings@wspr.ca PH 250-474-8626 FAX 250-474-8650
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Upon receipt of the completed request for use form,’ our bookings department will process the request, and contact you when a rental contract has been prepared. It is not a confirmed booking until a contract is signed and payment is made.
• Navigate to explore.wspr.ca
• Create account or logon to existing account
• Select your facility booking category under Explore/Book Our Facilities
• Select the tile that shows the venue or space that you are interested in booking
• Input all search filter criteria for a specific search or select the CHECK AVAILABILITY button with no filters criteria to broaden your search.
• Use the drop-down menu to select the personal or organizational account you wish to create the booking under.
• Insurance is required for all bookings, WSPR requires a valid third party $5 million liability policy with Westshore Parks & Recreation Society added as an additional insured.
• Available dates/times/locations will appear in green shading with a check mark listing “Available”.
• Unavailable dates/times/locations will appear in an orange shading with an X listing “Unavailable”.
• Download the “Request for Use form” and save it to your electronic device.
• Input all contact and booking request information with as much detail as possible including alternate dates if able.
• Once you have saved the completed form to your electronic device, press the “Submit form to” button to email the completed PDF request form directly to the designated booking clerk.
• Submitting a request form does not guarantee or hold your requested date/time/location. This form is a request only and will not be confirmed until all requirements have been met and reviewed by our bookings department. A completed booking request occurs when a valid proof of insurance is provided, a signed facility rental agreement and payment have been submitted to the bookings clerk.
We have many spaces available to rent to host your single event or repeat bookings for your group or team.
Visit us online to explore the spaces and availibility.
Erin Pirot
epirot@wspr.ca
Facility Bookings Glen Klassen arenabookings@wspr.ca
2-6 Years 30 Minute Lessons
SAT, December 24 10:30-11:30 AM 12-1:00 PM 1:30-2:30 PM 3:00-4:00 PM
SAT, December 31 10:30-11:30AM 12-1:00 PM 1:30-2:30 PM 3:00-4:00 PM
Parent & Tot No prerequisite
First time skaters will get comfortable on the ice with an adult.
Preschool 1 No prerequisite Participants will be taught basic skating skills including: balancing on two feet, touching toes, walking forwards, marching and falling down.
Preschool 2 Prerequisite PS 1 This class is for children who can skate independently. Skills include: gliding, two foot jumps, making snow and walking backwards.
Preschool 3 Prerequisite PS 2
Preschool 4 Prerequisite PS 3
Children learn v-pushes, one foot gliding, two foot jump while gliding, walking backwards with some glide, two foot quarter-turns and stopping.
Children learn two-foot glides on a curve, walking cross cuts, backward sculling and backwards stopping.
Parent & Tot Preschool 1 Preschool 2 Preschool 3 Preschool 4
Wednesday
EVERYONE WELCOME Join your friends for a great time out. Our special family rate covers up to 5 family members for only a discounted rate.
TOONIE SKATE
ADULT SKATE
DUFFER HOCKEY
PARENT AND TOT
Everyone is welcome. Drop-in to JDF Arena and pay a toonie, skate rentals are just a toonie as well.
A leisurely skate to music designed for adults. A great way to stay in shape.
This program is for adults, to hit the ice for some fun, non-contact hockey. Full gear required. Call 478-8384 ext 2209 to sign up. Ages 19+
An ideal opportunity to introduce your toddler to ice skating. Parents participate with their children on the ice, playing with various equipment.
This session is a great time for skaters aged 6+ to practice their hockey skills. No experience necessary. Staff will be on the ice to provide pointers. Children must have full gear to use hard pucks. No skate assists available. Helmets required for all regardless of age. Skate rentals and helmet rentals are available. Pucks will be provided. 40 participant maximum.
6-14 Years 30 Minute Lessons
School Age 1
No Prerequisite
School Age 2
Prerequisite is LTS 1 or PS 3
School Age 3
Prerequisite is LTS 2 or PS 4
School Age 4
Prerequisite LTS 3
School Age 5
Prerequisite LTS 4
School Age 6
Prerequisite LTS 5
A class for children with very little or no skating experience. Learn the basics of ice safety and to stand and walk by themselves in an encouraging environment.
This class is for children who can skate independently on the ice. Skills include: forward sculling, one foot forward glides, stopping, walking backwards with some glide, and two foot half turns on the spot.
Skills children will learn include: one foot glides on a curve, forwards walking cross cuts, backwards skating and sculling, two foot backwards glide to one foot, and snow plow stop.
Children will learn: two foot stop, forwards crosscuts, turning forwards to backwards, backwards to forwards, and two foot jump in a glide backwards.
Children learn backwards mohawk turn, two foot stop in both directions, one foot jump gliding forward, fast backwards start and fast forward start from back stop.
An intro to advanced skating, continuing to focus and enhance acquired skills. This class allows participants the opportunity to request specific skills they would like to focus on with unstructured practice time with instructor supervision. Level 1 Level 2 Level 3
Skate lesson fees do not include skate rentals. Rentals for lessons are available for a reduced rate ($1.50). Please arrive 15 minutes early for the first class to allow time to fit skate rentals.
Helmets are required for all lesson participants. Participants are encouraged to wear gloves mittens, warm jackets and warm flexible clothing.
Classes end 5 mins. early on the second to last day. Take this time to touch base with the instructor and receive feedback on your child’s progress, then determine what level to register them in next.
Wednesday
#1 Jan 4 - Feb 8
#2 Feb 15 - Mar 15 5 CLASSES 5 CLASSES 5:10 PM 5:45 PM 5:10 PM 5:45 PM 5:10 PM 5:45 PM 5:10 PM 5:45 PM 5:45 PM 5:45 PM
Friday
Prorated refunds or credits may be obtained if requested before the second class. Classes cannot be rescheduled. Makeup lessons are not provided.
#1 Jan 6 - Feb 10
#2 Feb 17 - Mar 17 5 CLASSES 5 CLASSES 3:00 PM 3:35 PM 3:00 PM 3:35 PM 3:00 PM 3:35 PM 3:00 PM 3:35 PM 3:35 PM 3:35 PM
Saturdays
#1 Jan 7 - Feb 11
#2 Feb 18 - Mar 18 5 CLASSES 5 CLASSES 1:45 PM 2:20 PM 1:45 PM 2:20 PM 1:45 PM 2:20 PM 1:45 PM 2:20 PM 2:20 PM 2:20 PM
LESSON COSTS
School
4 CLASSES 5 CLASSES
This is a team-focused program designed for male and female children that have developmental disabilities. No experience is necessary and all skill levels are welcome. Parent or support worker participation required (please note all support workers must have a current Criminal Record Check).
Full hockey equipment is required. For more information on this program please e-mail Gus Ascroft directly at grampa_gus@yahoo. ca or call 250-510-4108.
This drop-in program allows players with or without disabilities to participate in fun, skills based sledge hockey session. No prior sledge hockey experience required and equipment provided.
For more information please contact sledgehockey@sportabilitybc.ca
We want you to be the best skater you can be! PowerWest Athletics (PWA) programs emphasize correct technical skating including stride development, agility, speed, balance, quickness, and readiness through the effective use of edges.
Our programs are unique in their program format, low ratio of instructors to participants, and are known for their professional skating instruction. Striding for excellence for 30+ years in coaching with novice to pro hockey players. Instructed by Mena Westhaver and her team of PowerWest Athletics coaches.
Focus on all skating techniques through the proper use of edges; forwards, backwards, all stops, transitions, fast starts and stops, cross overs, and more.
We will combine a skating lesson, a hockey practice and end with a mini hockey game. Bring your "mini" hockey player dressed in full gear! Jersey and water bottle are included in the registration fee. Full hockey gear required. This includes full face/cage helmet, hockey gloves and neck guard.
Powerwest coaches will help you get your skating to the next level! Book your time through the explore website and contact Mena directly to ensure we know what you want to focus on and have the right coach available to help you get there. skatewithmena@telus.net or 250-415-5983
Full hockey gear, stick and neck guard are required.
These semi-private lesson opportunities provide more individual attention for your player. Your player will begin with a group skating warm-up, then in small groups of like age and level players they will rotate through a skating, hockey skills and skating with a puck station before ending with a mini hockey game.
We begin with a group warm-up skate and then divide the kids up into like ages and abilities. All players will move through a skating station, hockey station and end with a mini-hockey game.
Full gear required
March 20-24
This annual favorite is a great way to keep the kids busy while they are off on Spring Break. We combine skating skills, hockey skills and game time. Both on and off ice opportunities are available and specific to the age of the program. While the younger kids may be making crafts off ice, the older kids are training hard with our PowerWest Athletics personal strength and conditioning coach. These camps are known for their quality and professionalism.
Aquatic Coordinator (Acting) Raf Olejniczak rolejniczak@wspr.ca
Aquatic Program Assistant Hamish Babin hbabin@wspr.ca
The Juan de Fuca pool has a variety of features and amenities. Our pool is fully accessible for swimmers of all abilities. Equipment and amenities include:
• Male, female and universal changerooms
• Steam room, sauna and hot tub
• 8 lane 25 metre pool
• Leisure pool including lazy river and tot slide (for sliders under 48”)
• Big blue waterslide (for sliders over 48”)
• Aquatic wheelchairs
• Zero depth entry ramp into the leisure pool
• Handicare motorized lifts in universal changeroom, and on the pool deck (provides access to hot tub, main and leisure pool)
All children under the age of 7 must stay within arm’s reach of an adult (16+) at all times. Maximum 3 children per adult. Children 7-9 years must have an adult in the facility during their visit.
For continuous lane swimmers. Swimming pace is identified through signage in each lane, and includes casual, slow, moderate, and fast. Water Walking is not permitted in continuous lane swimming lanes.
For water walking in the lane pool. Continuous lane swimming is not permitted in water walking lane.
Get fit in the pool! AquaFit classes are great for all fitness levels. Classes take place in the main pool, either in deep water or combo class (both deep and shallow).
Leisure time for adults and families with children. Access only to leisure pool and hot tub, no access to main pool. Age restrictions may apply.
Fun for all ages! Main pool, leisure pool, hot tub, waterslide, rope swing and spray features are available.
You must be 48” tall to ride. Single riders only.
Admission $2. All pool areas available for youth only swim for those ages 12-18. All pool areas including steam room, sauna and hot tub closed except for youth.
For adults 18+ only. All pool areas are open
18 Years
Experienced swimmers of all levels are invited to join us and improve their strokes and fitness with a program designed and led by an NCCP certified coach. Swimmers must be able to swim a minimum of 1000m in one hour and 200 m continuously.
Winter 2023 session will run from January 7th to March 30th, 2023. 6:30-7:30 AM, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7:30-8:30 PM, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:00 - 9:00 AM Saturdays and Sundays
The fee schedule is 132/1, $240/2, $324/3, $432/4, $540/5 swims per week. Participants may choose any combination of available practice days and times, and will be a guaranteed spot on those days/time.
In addition to session costs, all new participants must pay a $39 annual registration fee to Swim BC (August-September).
For more information email Therese at westshoremastersregistrar@gmail.com Click <here> to get to our website and the registration form
With Red Cross phasing out their Canadian swim program, we’ve custom designed WSPR Swim to meet the needs of our growing community. WSPR Swim focuses on physical literacy, fun and safety. It includes a revitalized version of our existing preschool program, and a newly developed program for swimmers 5+.
WSPR Swim’s school age program contains 3 modules designed to establish swimming safety, skills, strength, and speed in core strokes including front crawl, back crawl, and breaststroke. Treading water, eggbeater, diving, and dolphin kick are also developed.
WSPR Swim can be adapted for swimmers with unique needs and abilities.
These parented levels for the youngest swimmers provide a fun and safe introduction to the pool environment through play and songs.
Aqua Babies
(Previously Diaper Dive) 4 – 13 Months
1:1 Parent participation required. Focus is on entering and exiting the pool safely, bubble blowing, front and back floats and submersions through creative games and songs.
Aqua
(Previously Little Learners) 14 – 23 Months
1:1 Parent participation required. Focus is on floating on front and back more independently, jumping into water, bobs and rollover floats through creative games and songs.
Twos – Beginner (Previously Twos in Training) 24 – 35 Months
1:1 Full parent participation is required. Designed to introduce children to structured swimming lessons. To complete, children must be confident blowing bubbles, submerging and doing assisted front floats and kicks.
Twos – Advanced (Previously Terrific Twos & Twos at the Top) 24 – 35 Months
1:1 Parent participation required at first lesson and / or at discretion of instructor Designed for swimmers to start participating independently. To complete, children must eventually be comfortable without in-water parent support and must be comfortable trying assisted floats, glides, kicks and games using a variety of equipment with the instructor.
Prorated refunds or credits may be obtained if requested before the second class. Classes cannot be rescheduled. Makeup lessons are not provided.
Young swimmers learn basic swim and water safety skills through songs and play. On completion of Dolphin, swimmers are comfortable swimming independently on front and back.
(Previously Yellow Seahorse)
3 – 5 Years
1:1 Parent participation required at first lesson and / or at discretion of instructor. For children being introduced to the pool environment, submersions and assisted front and back floats and glides.
(Previously Orange Jellyfish)
3 – 5 Years
1:1 Parent participation required at first lesson and / or at discretion of instructor. For children comfortable with submersion and ready to be introduced to unassisted front and back floats and glides.
(Previously Red Snapper)
3 – 5 Years
Unparented
Front and back swims are developed, and children are introduced to deeper water. Children will be skilled doing front swims with big arms and back swims. Recovery to the pool edge and comfort swimming in the big pool is required to advance to Dolphin.
(Previously Maroon Starfish & Blue Dolphin)
3 – 5 Years
Unparented
Front and back swims will continue to be refined and confidence will be developed in the big pool. Front and back crawl, side glides and changing direction in deep-water are taught.
Children who have not mastered toileting must wear a swim diaper in the pool. Swim diapers may be purchased at reception.
Swimmers learn basic swim and water safety skills. On completion of Swim Safe 4, swimmers are safe in deep water for moderate distances.
Swim Safe 1
(Previously Swim Kids 1) 5 – 13 Years
For beginners being introduced to submersions, unassisted front and back floats and glides. Parent participation is optional for younger beginners.
Swim Safe 2
(Previously Swim Kids 2) 5 – 13 Years
Confidence performing front and back swims will determine advancement to Level 3. Children will be comfortable performing deep water activities.
Swim Safe 3 (Previously Swim Kids 3) 5 – 13 Years
Front crawl is the focus of this level. Diving, change of direction and treading water are also introduced.
Swim Safe 4
(Previously Swim Kids 4) 5 – 13 Years
Front crawl, back glides and shoulder rolls are developed. Students must complete a 25 metre endurance swim to move on to Level 5.
Swimmers develop stroke technique and more advanced water safety skills. On completion of Swim Skills 10, swimmers have achieved the skills needed to swim for lifelong safety, fitness and enjoyment.
(Previously Swim Kids 5)
5 – 13 Years
Back crawl is introduced, along with sculling and whip kick on the back. Stride dives are taught and endurance is increased to 50 metres.
(Previously Swim Kids 6 & 7)
5 – 13 Years
Work continues on front and back crawl. Elementary backstroke is introduced, endurance increases to 150 metres and basic rescue skills are taught.
Swim Skills 8/9/10 (Previously Swim Kids 8/9/10)
5 – 13 Years
For children able to swim distances of at least 150 metres (6 lengths) and those that have advanced front crawl, back crawl and elementary backstroke. Ready to learn breast stroke, side stroke, and egg-beater support, while continuing to refine front crawl, back crawl and focus on endurance.
Swimmers master technique to build endurance, improving strong efficiency and swim speed. Swim Strong is a great way to improve Fitness, developed advanced technique and prepare for lifesaving & swim instructor courses.
8– 15 Years
For swimmers who have completed Swim Skills 10 or equivalent, and seek to perfect technique such as whip kick and eggbeater, and continue refining front crawl, back crawl, and breaststroke. Dolphin Kick and butterfly introduced.
8– 15 Years
For swimmers who have completed Swim Skills 11 or equivalent, and seek to improve speed for timed swims, or work on endurance challenges. Drills and speed challenges introduced.
School
School Age Levels 8 – 12 1 hour lesson $130.50/9 $145/10 $145/10 $145/10 $145/10 $130.50/9 $130.50/9
14 Years +
Increase your comfort level and confidence in the water through floats, glides, kicking and swimming. Work with your instructor to set goals to develop your swimming skills. This program is an introduction to swimming with a focus on front swims.
Focus on developing front and back crawl, establishing comfort in deep water, and increasing your endurance.
Come make a splash by adding low-impact, high-energy aquatic exercise to your fitness routine. Aqua Zumba® blends the Zumba® philosophy with water resistance, for one pool party you shouldn’t miss! Water creates natural resistance, which means every step is more challenging and helps tone your muscles with less impact on your joints so you can really let loose.
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Bronze
Prerequisites: Minimum 13 years old by last class or Bronze Star. Recommended swimming ability equivalent to Swim Skills 8 or higher.
Develops an understanding of lifesaving principles. Rescuers learn tows and carries, and defence and release methods in preparation for challenging rescues of increased risk. Lifesavers develop stroke efficiency and endurance in a time swim.
Prerequisites: Bronze Medallion
For lifesavers who want more advanced training. Bronze Cross is a prerequisite for advanced Lifesaving Society programs including National Lifeguard and Instructor certifications.
Prerequisites: 15 years of age by last day of program, Bronze Cross, and Standard First Aid.
Develops fundamental values, judgment, knowledge, skills and fitness required to be a lifeguard. Worth 2 credits for Grade 12. 100% attendance is mandatory.
Prerequisites: National Lifeguard Pool option Lifeguards need to recertifiy every two years to remain current.
Pre-Requisite: 15 years old by the last day of the course, Swim Strong 10 or equivalent AND Bronze Cross.
Interviews for Winter 2023 hiring are guaranteed upon completion of this course. For those interested in becoming a Swim Instructor with West Shore Parks & Recreation. This course plus a supervised/ guided apprenticeship covers everything an instructor needs to know to teach with us.
Fitness & Wellness Coordinator
Krista Enderud
kenderud@wspr.ca Fitness Program Assistant
Kaitlyn Waring kwaring@wspr.ca
The Juan de Fuca weightroom is a comprehensive workout facility for individuals to meet their exercise needs. It is fully accessible with automatic doors and wide aisles. The weightroom offers a variety of equipment, including:
• Matrix and Precor brand treadmills, elliptical machines, upright and recumbent bikes, Climbmill step machine, spin bikes, air assault bike, rowing machines and more!
• Atlantis strength training equipment
• NuStep recumbent cross trainer
• Free Weights from 5-120 pounds
• Cable cross functional trainers
• Squat Racks and bench press
• Designated stretching and strength training zones
MONDAY-FRIDAY
6:00AM - 10:00PM 9:00 - 11:00AM 4:00 - 10:00PM SATURDAY
7:00AM - 8:00PM 10:00AM - 12:00PM 5:00 - 8:00PM SUNDAY
7:00AM - 8:00PM 8:00 - 10:00AM 5:00 - 8:00PM
Patrons 16 years and up are welcome at all times. Ages 13-15 years require a weight room orientation.
Start fresh or get back to a fitness routine and learn how to exercise safely and effectively. This class will provide an orientation to the equipment and select exercises. Become comfortable in a Weight Room and finish with a basic exercise program. Suitable for all levels and abilities.
This group personal training class will motivate you on your step toward a healthier lifestyle and help you achieve results. Sessions include cardiovascular training, weight machines, free weights and more for a full body, progressive workout. Work together, stay accountable and reach your goals to feel your best.
Are you interested in semi-private or small group training, but don't see a class or time that works for you? Connect with us to create a customized class for you and your group. Must have a group size of 3-4 participants. Contact Kaitlyn Waring for details: kwaring@wspr.ca.
6:15 AM Indoor Cycling*
9:00 AM On the Ball Indoor Cycling*
9:15 AM
9:45AM
Indoor Cycling*
Indoor Cycling* Cycle 60 (8:30AM)
Indoor Cycling* Total Body Conditioning Indoor Cycling*
Total Body Conditioning
10:45AM Low Impact
12:30PM Power Core
5:00
Stretch & Restore Bootcamp*
Reservation is strongly recommended, as spaces are limited. Classes can be booked individually, or for several weeks at a time. Mix and match to fit your schedule!
Boot Camp is a full body workout, cardio and strength conditioning class all wrapped into one! Class variations include athletic drills, strength and conditioning movements that will enhance your cardio, endurance, and muscular strength.
A 60-minute indoor cycling class. Work through a variety of sprinting and hill climbing drills to build your cardiovascular fitness, muscle strength and endurance. Work at your own intensity – suitable for all levels.
Enjoy an indoor cycling class and finish with core conditioning and stretching for the ultimate balanced workout.
Indoor Cycling classes are a great cardiovascular, no impact workout set at your own intensity. Your instructor will simulate a variety of sprinting and hill climbing drills enabling you to build your cardiovascular fitness and endurance. Classes are for all levels, beginners to advanced.
Learn the basics of using the equipment plus tips on working out safely and effectively. Orientations are taught by Personal Trainers. Register for a group orientation with your family or friends on our website.
To schedule an individual orientation, please call 250-474-8617 or email kwaring@wspr.ca.
Enjoy a low impact class with fun and easy-to follow moves. Work your cardio with a 35 minute aerobic segment, challenge yourself to 15 minutes of muscle toning and finish with a 10 minute long, deep stretch all within this well-rounded class. Come and have a great workout, enjoy yourself, and feel refreshed and energized. Suitable for all levels with modification.
A low impact, all-around fun full body class to increase your core strength, balance and flexibility. This class will provide a cardiovascular workout with muscle endurance and core training using both the large stability ball and Pilates ball. Finish with a stretch to release hard working muscles. Suitable for all levels.
Full body strength and endurance exercises will get your heart pumping, muscles working and body feeling great in this efficient and fun class! A continuous series of full body strength, core exercises and cardio intervals. Suitable for all levels of fitness.
A well needed stretch to finish off the week! This class will focus on targeted stretching and myofascial release to restore hard working muscles. Feel welcome to participate in the Cycle 60 class before and stay for the stretch or come for the stretch by itself.
Building a strong foundational core is key for balance and strength. This class will incorporate a mix of body weight, Pilates, stability ball and bands to push you to the next level of body awareness and power. All levels welcome.
Achieve a full body workout through this strength & conditioning freestyle format class. Focusing on form and technique this class will utilize body weight, body bars, dumbbells and more to increase overall strength, tone and function.
Improve your strength and flexibility in this class designed for older adults. This program begins with a warm-up, then focuses on using tubing and free weights to tone and strengthen your muscles. Gentle stretching completes the workout.
This class is focused on helping you get & stay strong. We will be utilizing free weights, your body weight, stability balls, body bars, tubing and more to challenge all your muscles – especially your core! Have fun getting fit!
A full hour focused on strengthening the core muscles and redefining the lower body. For all levels of fitness.
Discover how to move with pleasure and harmony, how relaxing and stretching muscles strengthens them and makes your joints happy. Essentrics is a full body workout without impact or weights. It is a slow and gentle full body stretch and strengthen workout that focuses on increasing mobility, flexibility and relieving chronic aches, pains and joint stiffness.
A low impact class to improve cardiovascular flow, range of motion, balance, and strength to increase muscle condition and build confidence to improve mobility and strength to daily movements. Chairs are available to assist with balance. This class is ideal for those new to exercise, all levels, and ages.
Jumping is a new low impact cardio fitness movement performed on patented trampolines to upbeat music. It is for anyone wanting a fun HIIT workout!
This class allows you to get your fitness class in without the worry of finding childcare. Bring you baby to the class in a stroller, or car seat. Classes are held in the fitness studio and will include an indoor cycling workout and finish with stretching.
Using Ripstix®, lightly weighted drumsticks, POUND® transforms drumming into an incredibly effective way of working out. You become the music in this exhilarating full-body workout that combines cardio, conditioning, and strength training with yoga and Pilates-inspired movements. POUND® provides the perfect atmosphere for letting loose, getting energized, toning up and rockin’ out! The workout is easily modifiable and appeals to men and women of all ages and abilities.
A fun class with stretching, strengthening and core stability using your own body weight to improve flexibility, balance and strength. All levels welcome. Please bring your own mat to class.
Learn exercises to improve strength, stability and coordination to improve mobility and aid in falls prevention. Light weights, tubing, and balance equipment will be used to simulate functional movements and daily tasks. Learn to identify habits that can negatively impact your balance. This is a slow-paced class suitable for participants who are able to sit/stand and walk on their own or with an assisted aide. This friendly based class environment will provide a foundation to improve activities of daily living that will allow for a more functional lifestyle.
Together in Movement and Exercise is an exercise class for individuals with balance and mobility challenges from conditions such as Stroke, Acquired Brain Injury or Multiple Sclerosis. This specialized circuit style fitness class is offered in partnership with Island Health. Participants must be able to independently walk 10 metres with or without a walking aid without the assistance of someone else.
Enjoy this small group class environment in the Fitness Studio. The TRX Suspension Trainer is designed to build power, strength, balance, and flexibility for people of all ages and fitness levels. This total-body training system uses leveraged body weight at the intensity you choose for a functional, core focused workout.
The TRX suspension trainer is a total-body training system that uses leveraged body weight to build power, strength, balance, and flexibility for people of all ages and fitness levels. This class will combine the TRX suspension trainer with a circuit of full body exercises to keep the heart rate up for a fun, core focused workout.
Come make a splash by adding a low-impact, high-energy aquatic exercise to your fitness routine. Aqua Zumba® blends the Zumba® philosophy with water resistance, for one pool party you shouldn’t miss! Water creates natural resistance, which means every step is more challenging and helps tone your muscles with less impact on your joints so you can really let loose.
Zumba Fitness fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that will blow you away. Our goal is simple: We want you to want to work out, to love working out, and to get hooked.
Designed for active older adults and people starting their fitness journey, ZUMBA Gold® combines zesty Latin and international rhythms with easy moves to create an energizing and fun fitness experience that is less intense than regular ZUMBA. Improves balance, flexibility and cardiovascular health.
This orientation will provide 13–15-year old’s with an introduction on how to safely use a recreation centre weight room. Content will include weight room procedures, etiquette; cardio and weight training guidelines and instruction on how to use and strength training equipment.
Upon completion of this orientation, participants will receive a sticker which permits them to access weight rooms at the following facilities: Esquimalt Recreation Centre, City of Victoria Recreation Centre, Saanich Recreation Centres, and West Shore Recreation, Oak Bay Recreation Centre, Panorama Recreation Centre and SEAPARC.
This program is designed for youth looking to live an active and healthy life by developing a fitness foundation with a focus on fun. This program will build on physical literacy skills, strength & cardio conditioning, speed and agility through exercises, games and activities. All levels welcome.
Generation POUND® was created not just as a workout geared towards kids, but a MOVEMENT that aims to change the concept of health and fitness for today’s youth. Get ready to make fitness about self-expression, empowerment, self-love and FUN! How? By introducing alternative ways to, MOVE, ROCK, PLAY and MAKE NOISE! Ready to have fun with fitness to see what you like? No class is the same in this mix and match class, incorporating a different format each week. Class varieties may include circuits, on the ball, cardio dance, indoor cycling, yoga and more! All levels welcome.
Choose your own "speed" of walking from one of our 3 walking groups. From slow to moderate or fast, you'll find a group right for you. All walkers meet together, to share in the camaraderie that exists in this group and walk the scenic trails nearby. Tuesday & Thursday 9-10:30am. Please contact Krista Enderud: kenderud@ wspr.ca or 250-474-8694 for more information.
Come walk The Q Centre Arena Concourse! Concourse walking is suitable for individuals who would benefit from the positive effects of low impact exercise. The program offers a safe, climate-controlled environment with level ground for easy walking. M/W/F 8-9am. Please contact Krista Enderud: kenderud@wspr.ca or 250-474-8694 for more information.
This West Shore Community Club is for runners looking to run with other people. Members include those who enjoy running for fitness and fun and those who participate in road races, marathons, duathlons and triathlons. For more information, please contact Val Chura at vchura@shaw.ca.
Sadly, excellent programs are sometimes cancelled when people wait until last minute to register. We need to make decisions three to five days prior to the start date of our programs to allow for proper preparation. Please register early to avoid disappointment.
Register online at wspr.ca
Aqua Yoga is a low-impact aquatic exercise, performing yoga poses in water. Aqua Yoga poses help you develop strength, static balance, and increases range of motion with little to no impact on joints, especially knees, hips, and ankles. No yoga experience is necessary. 45-minute class
Easy yoga is a weekly timeout that will energize your body and calm your mind. Nothing fancy, no difficult exercises, just plain easy yoga that anyone can do and benefit from.
This is a nurturing class to release tension and stress. Restorative yoga poses use the breath to create a free flow of energy in the body. Gain body awareness and a sense of deep relaxation, allowing the body to heal.
Traditional Hatha postures are sequenced to encourage fluid movement between postures. This fluid movement, partnered with breath awareness, helps create a strong connection between mind, body and spirit. This class is suitable for all-levels and blends stretching, strengthening, balancing, and relaxation.
Yoga4Strength is a fun fusion class that combines strength exercises, yoga, core, and balance work. This class will help you increase your strength and mobility. Please bring a yoga mat and a pair of weights to class.
This class is a fusion blend of yoga and Pilates that will challenge strength, balance, stamina and flexibility. It combines the yogic focus of mind and body awareness with Pilates techniques to improve posture and deep core strength to create a strong, stable foundation for movement. Finish with Savasana to relax the mind and body. All fitness levels are welcome, and the class is beginner friendly!
Pilates is a form of exercise which concentrates on strengthening the body with the emphasis on the “power house” core strength. Fusion incorporates exercises from different workout styles, including Yoga, strength training, and Barre. In this class the emphasis is core, posture, toning, balance, flexibility, stretching, and connecting mind and body.
This class will activate deep and superficial muscles of the abdomen through a focus on core exercises. It will also have elements of a traditional flow practice but will articulate more strength, stability and pelvic support in all flow postures.
Want to feel calm and strong in your yoga practice? We'll explore different and creative ways to move your body in a welcoming and relaxed environment. Beginners and beyond welcome to attend!
Do you suffer like most people these days with the constant stress of life? Anxiety and depression has become something that such a large amount of people are suffering with. Take a few hours to learn some breathing exercises and tools to help ourselves learn to cope better. We will practice some relaxation & simple yoga poses & breathe work. We will also discuss what we can do in our lives to manage our stress better in our day to day life. You will be given a lesson plan for a home practice.
Do you need specialized exercises to assist your recovery or have a medical condition that your exercises need to address or be tailored around? Our team of Kinesiologists can help develop an exercise plan specifically for you, and demonstrate you how to perform your exercises safely and effectively. Written medical clearance may be required before participation. Exercise Rehabilitation requires an assessment by one of our qualified Kinesiologists, then a follow up appointment to show you your exercise program.
Kaitlyn Waring, Practicing Kinesiologist, Certified Athletic Therapist $70/session
For Personal Training and Rehab bookings: Please fill out a request form found on our website and return to reception or contact us below.
CONTACT US
Fitness Program Assistant
Kaitlyn Waring 250 474-8617 kwaring@wspr.ca
Together in Movement and Exercise is an exercise class for individuals with balance and mobility challenges from conditions such as Stroke, Acquired Brain Injury or Multiple Sclerosis. This specialized circuit style fitness class is offered in partnership with Island Health. Participants must be able to independently walk 10 metres with or without a walking aid without the assistance of someone else.
This water therapy class is for people graduating from oneon-one rehabilitation sessions or those who require the support and guidance of the Exercise Rehabilitation Specialist. One-hour pool exercise sessions will include individual attention and program adaptation to give the best chance for improvements in strength, fitness, and function. This class is best suited for individuals with joint replacements and chronic pain. Pre-requisite: Rehabilitation Assessment, session, and Medical Clearance.
This program is a supervised exercise program for people who have had a cardiac event/surgery, chronic respiratory illness, and/or other chronic conditions. It includes an individual assessment, exercise plan, and ongoing monitoring and assistance. Program Service Provider: Linda Owen, MSc Contact: Kaitlyn Waring 250-474-8617
Personal Training: Want help setting up an at-home or gym-based work out plan? Our qualified team of personal trainers will customize a program to meet your needs and goals, whether you are a beginner or seasoned athlete. Choose from private sessions or book semiprivate sessions with a friend or family member. Sessions can be booked in our spacious weight room or outdoors using our beautiful greenspaces.
Personal Training Sessions (one-on-one: 1 hour) $60/1 session $163/3 sessions $302/6 sessions $465/10 sessions
Semi- Private Personal Training Sessions (2 people: 1 hour) $43/1 session $108/3 sessions $199/6 sessions
Pickleball is an emerging racquet sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis, and is played in a fun and inclusive environment. All skill levels are welcome, and all equipment is provided. Please wear comfortable, athletic clothing and running shoes. Registration is mandatory. Register either online through www. westshorerecreation.ca or reception at 250-478-8384.
Come shoot hoops on the Indoor Sports Floor! All ages and abilities welcome. Unsupervised open gym time - basketballs not provided. Participants under 12 years must be accompanied by someone at least 16 years of age.
This program is for adults (19+) to hit the indoor sports floor for some fun, non-contact hockey. Plastic blades only – sticks provided. Registration is mandatory either online through www. westshorerecreation.ca or reception at 250-478-8384. Goalies play for freeplease register as a goalie. Classes can be booked up to 2 weeks in advance. Visit pass holders must pay drop in price to book online, or call reception to book, then scan their visit pass to attend their reserved session
Programs are introductory multi-sport and sport-specific programs designed to introduce children to fundamental skills in a positive and fun environment. All programs are taught by Richardson Sport instructors.
This soccer program introduces your child to fundamental skills, such as dribbling, shooting, passing, basic rules of the game, and more. Leaving competition on the sidelines, this program is led by NCCP certified instructors using games, songs, and positive reinforcement.
This 10-sport program will introduce your budding athlete to the fundamental movement skills they need to be familiar with hockey, baseball, soccer, volleyball, rugby, lacrosse, golf, basketball, and football. Leaving competition on the sidelines, this program uses connections to your child’s world to teach sports.
This 10-sport parent and child program will introduce your little one to the fundamental movement skills they need to be familiar with hockey, tennis, soccer, volleyball, baseball, rugby, lacrosse, golf, basketball and football.
*Parent participation required*
This soccer program introduces your child to fundamental movement skills, such as dribbling, shooting, passing, basic rules of the game and more. Leaving competition on the sidelines, this program uses connections to your child’s world to teach the game of soccer. NCCP Certified instructors will use games, songs, and positive reinforcement to ensure your child experiences the joy of playing soccer and being comfortable in a sporty environment.
*Parent participation required*
This 10-sport program will introduce your child to the foundational movement skills they need to be familiar with hockey, baseball, soccer, volleyball, rugby, lacrosse, golf, basketball and football. Leaving competition on the sidelines, this program uses connections to your child’s world to teach sports.
Soccertron’s enthusiastic coaches focus on motivating young players by creatively introducing soccer skill development. During each session there are themed skills that the coaches target for development. We ensure these skills are taught correctly to form a foundation for future growth. Each session is packed full of safe, nurturing and enjoyable soccer skill exploration. As always, our staff believe that FUN is the most important part of the FUNdamentals. All Soccertron coaches are eager to help each young player improve while having fun at the same time!
Held at the Victoria Golf Centre Driving Range, junior golfers get the chance to learn to play golf in a fun and laid-back environment! The players will use modified equipment (if required), making the game more enjoyable and easier to learn. This is a great way to get ready for the fall Westshore Mini Tour held at Juan De Fuca and Green Acres Golf Course!
Run by PGA of Canada professionals, the West Shore Golf Mini Tour is designed as an introductory tour, with a focus on fun! The purpose is to provide golf opportunities for children aged 6 to 10 and to facilitate learning the game of golf on the course. There are four FUN tournament rounds and two half-hour clinics. The rounds will be held at Victoria Golf Centre and JDF golf course. Parent participation required, previous golf experience NOT required. Golfers are encouraged to take the Junior Golf programs in advance.
Held at Green Acres Golf Course, junior golfers will learn to play the game of golf in a fun and laid-back environment. The players will use modified-to-fit golf balls, making the game more fun and easier to learn. This is a great way to get ready for the West Shore Mini Tour!
At CASK Karate we inspire students to expand their abilities mentally, physically, and emotionally. Learn traditional karatedo, including principles of self-defence, discipline, fitness, and fun! Students should be able to follow a 1 hr structured class environment
Richardson Sport programs are introductory multi-sport and sport specific programs designed to introduce children to fundamental skills in a positive and fun environment. All programs are taught by Richardson Sport instructors.
This high energy basketball program introduces your child to fundamental skills, such as dribbling, shooting, passing and more. We will also teach a basic introduction to the rules of the game.
Soccertron’s enthusiastic coaches focus on motivating young players by creatively introducing soccer skill development. During each session there are themed skills that the coaches target for development. During each session there are themed skills that the coaches target for development. We ensure that these skills are taught correctly to form a foundation for future growth. Each session is packed full of safe, nurturing, and enjoyable soccer skill exploration. As always, our staff believes that FUN is the most important part of FUNdamentals. All Soccertron coaches are eager to help each young player improve why having fun at the same time.
Come and learn to play the sport everyone is talking about! Pickleball is a racquet/paddle sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. It’s easy to learn and a blast to play! Sessions will include a lesson and playing component. Paddles provided.
Each week participants will get the chance to play a variety of styles of dodgeball, such as Doctor, Bench Ball, “Fireball” and more! All levels welcome – no experience necessary.
Thanks to Physical Literacy for Life, we’re able to offer this low-cost girls-only sports program! This program is for girls to feel safe to develop fundamental movement skills, become physically literate and gain confidence to participate in a variety of sports. Not only will this program connect girls with athletes and coaches to inspire them, but it will also encourage them to build the skills to continue their own physical literacy independently. For all individuals who identify as female or non-binary.
Have you always wanted to try golf but never had the chance? Then we've got the program for you!
Women with Drive is ideal for women with little to no golf experience. Hosted by PGA of Canada Golf Professional – Craig Rencher, this program includes four, one-hour lessons in a fun group setting, and a round of golf at Juan De Fuca Golf Course. No clubs? No problem – clubs will be available for all 4 lessons.
Come and learn to play the sport everyone is talking about! Pickleball is a racqet/paddle sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. It’s easy to learn and a blast to play! Sessions will include a lesson and playing component. Paddles provided.
Each week participants will get the chance to play a variety of styles of dodgeball, such as Doctor, Bench Ball, “Fireball” and more! All levels welcome – no experience necessary.
This program is designed for youth looking to live an active and healthy life by developing a fitness foundation with a focus on fun. This program will build on physical literacy skills, strength & cardio conditioning, speed and agility through exercises, games and activities. All levels welcome.
Aikido is based in Japanese Jujitsu and swordsmanship. Practiced co-cooperatively, we learn how to defeat the force of an attack by redirecting momentum. Safe falls will be taught as well as effective immobilizations and throws. www.goldstreamaikikai.com
Aikido is based in Japanese Jujitsu and swordsmanship. Practiced co-cooperatively, we learn how to defeat the force of an attack by redirecting momentum. Safe falls will be taught as well as effective immobilizations and throws. www.goldstreamaikikai.com
Learn the Japanese martial art of the Samurai sword. Beginners will require a Bokuto (wooden sword) that may be borrowed from the instructor (please contact ahead of time). For more information call Christ Tooley, 6 Dan Renshi, 250-885-2000 or visit www.iaido.ca.
Have you always wanted to try golf but never had the chance? Then this is the program for you!
Women with Drive is ideal for women with little to no golf experience. Hosted by PGA of Canada Golf Professional, Craig Rencher, this program includes four, 45-minute lessons on the indoor turf at Juan De Fuca Rec Center, and as a bonus receive a pass to play the JDF course at Juan De Fuca Golf Course. No clubs? No problem! Clubs are available for all four lessons. Register for Women with Drive to learn from an expert, make new friends, and have a blast while doing it!
Have you always wanted to try golf but never had the chance? Then this is the program for you!
Women with Drive is ideal for women with little to no golf experience. Hosted by PGA of Canada Golf Professional, Craig Rencher, this program includes four, 60-minute lessons at the Victoria Golf Centre, and as a bonus receive a pass to play the Green Acres Golf Course. No clubs? No problem! Clubs are available for all four lessons. Register for Women with Drive to learn from an expert, make new friends, and have a blast while doing it!
Rex Sports is a recreational sports company in Victoria, B.C. We’re on a mission to provide organized and professional sports leagues, camps, and tournaments that positively enhances people's lives. Through sport, we’re determined to make people happier, healthier, and better.
New! Roundnet League (Indoor) 16+ Years
Rex Roundnet League is a 2-on-2 coed, open format Roundnet league played on Spikeball Pro nets on an indoor turf field. Each week, teams are grouped into pools of 5 or 6 and play 5 matches per night. Teams are ranked based on previous weeks’ results, so whether you’re an advanced or beginner player, you’ll always be playing at your skill level. All skill levels welcome. Rules and format will be explained thoroughly by a staff member at the beginning of each night. $100/team. Team Captain pays for both players at registration.
New! 5-Aside Soccer League (Indoor) 16+ Years
Rex Sports 5-aside Soccer league is a 5-on-5 (4 out with 1 goalie) format with weekly matches. Season play will consist of 5 weeks, followed by three weeks of playoffs. Teams will play 50-minute games, with 2, 25-minute halves. A staff member will thoroughly explain the rules and format at the beginning of each night. We've created a unique registration system that allows teams to be fair and games competitive. Players will register as individuals, with the opportunity to request teammates, and spots will fill with the first 42 players to register.
Aikido Introduction 13+ Years
Aikido is based in Japanese Jujitsu and swordsmanship. Practiced co-cooperatively, we learn how to defeat the force of an attack by redirecting momentum. Safe falls will be taught as well as effective immobilizations and throws. www.goldstreamaikikai.com Aikido Advanced 13+ Years
Aikido is based in Japanese Jujitsu and swordsmanship. Practiced co-cooperatively, we learn how to defeat the force of an attack by redirecting momentum. Safe falls will be taught as well as effective immobilizations and throws. www.goldstreamaikikai.com
Iaido 15+ Years
Learn the Japanese martial art of the Samurai sword. Beginners will require a Bokuto (wooden sword) that may be borrowed from the instructor (please contact ahead of time). For more information call Christ Tooley, 6 Dan Renshi, 250-885-2000 or visit www.iaido.ca.
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Alexandra Matthew amatthew@wspr.ca
Danielle
30 Months - 5 Years
WSPR embraces a Move. Learn. Play. based philosophy. Our Early Childhood Education certified leaders are trained in fundamental movement and physical literacy skills and facilitate inclusive, safe and enjoyable activities that encourage the children’s physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development. The individuality of each child is respected and supported with the goal of fostering their creativity, confidence and a lifelong love of learning and movement. Children will have access to the vast amenities at WSPR including the natural outdoors, Indoor Sports Complex, arena, pool and special activities such as dance, language, arts, sports, yoga and skating.
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In WSPR’s Move. Learn. Play.-based Licensed preschools, children have fun, build relationships and explore the world in which they live. Certified Early Childhood Educators who are also trained in fundamental movement and physical literacy skills incorporate basic components of physical literacy into the preschool programs. The aim is to give children the motivation, confidence and skills to be active for life.
All traditional activities including arts & crafts, storytelling, music, cooking, indoor and outdoor play are incorporated each day, utilizing the amazing 109 acre JDF site, use of the library and Indoor Sports Complex, and special activities such as dance, art, sports, yoga and skating.
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ASC will be a continuation of the Move. Learn. Play. based philosophy incorporating physical literacy, diverse art, craft and science activities along with lots of time for free play and socialization. Peer-lead leadership groups for the older children ensure all ages are inspired and motivated during their time after school.
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If your child requires extra support and qualifies for funding through Supported Child Development (QA), contact Alex Matthew at amatthew@wspr.ca (preschool/ daycare) and asc@wspr.ca (afterschool care) prior to registration. Spaces are limited to one/ two children per program.
We accept families receiving Child Care Subsidy.
For information contact the accounts receivable clerk at accounting@wspr.ca
Withdrawals require a minimum of one months written notice.
* For Sept 2023 withdrawal notice must be given by July 1st, 2023
(ISC1-Playroom)
1:00-3:30PM
This party is perfect for preschoolers and offers a play space on the Blue Floor of the ISC 1 and an assortment of ride on toys, balls and holla hoops for kids to enjoy. Also included in the package is the playroom space perfect for little ones to sit at low tables and enjoy presents and a treat. **We are currently not offering a Bouncy Castle Booking package **
SCHOOL AGE (ISC2- Langford Room)
12:30-3:00PM
Run out the energy in the ISC 2 paying your selection of Dodge Ball, Basketball or bring sports equipment of your own. Then take the group up to the Langford Room for snacks and presents.
TEEN PARTIES
(ISC1-Youth Room)
4:30-7PM
Run out the energy in the ISC 1 paying your selection of Dodge Ball, Basketball or bring sports equipment of your own. Then take the group up to the Youth Room for snacks and presents.
1:00-3:00 in the Pool
2:30-4:00PM in the Highland Room
Enjoy swimming and splashing around with your friends during the public swim and after changing spend an hour in the party room for snacks and gifts. Booking includes pool admissions for a maximum of 15 Children and 5 adults. Additional swimmers may not be permitted based on daily pool capacities.
Please arrive 15 minutes early to checkin and meet your pool deck supervisor in the observation area of the pool deck (located near the big water slide).
$220/2.5 hour party duration.
Birthday parties are offered on weekends based on facility availablility. The booking includes 2.5 hours of time and does not include a party host.
The Birthday Party Booking Packages are based on a maximum of 20 guest. For additional guests please pay a drop-in rate at reception.
Important information:
• The party room time does not have an attendant.
• We DO NOT Supply: tablecloths, balloons, décor, food, tableware, candles, cake knives, etc.
• Parties can bring their own treats, music and decorations for their event rooms. Rental spaces do not include a fridge, kitchen, or the ability to warm items.
Get creative and inspired with your friends at our unique art birthday parties led by our experienced art instructor. Art Parties are for children 5 years and older. This party is for up to 10 children (including the birthday child), and includes 1 hour of art instruction, all art materials, and a 30-minute party room rental.
Saturdays 2:45-4:15 PM
Sundays 2:30-4:00 PM
*All art parties are now bookable online!
Fee: $235
• Please be advised we are a nut aware facility and ask that No Nuts are brought into the spaces.
• Arriving/Leaving: There is a 10 minute window for set-up and take-down before and after your party.
Cancellation Policy:
• We require 7 days’ notice for party cancellations or full charges will apply.
• Birthday parties are not available in July and August.
If you are interested in booking a party outside these times or a room only booking, please contact bookings@wspr.ca
We are happy to provide families birthday party options that keep kids active and include a meeting room for the cake and present opening after their activity.
Alexandra Matthew amatthew@wspr.ca
ASPIRING
Unleash your creativity! We offer quality art classes, workshops, and camps for kids, teens, and families. With small class sizes for personalized instruction, the art studio is a place where kids and youth are encouraged to be creative and curious while also learning how to properly use tools, work with a variety of art mediums, acquire artistic vocabulary, and gain an age appropriate understanding of the history of art and artists.
Our knowledgeable instructor engages students in exciting and challenging projects that grow artistic skills and let each artist's uniqueness shine through. We believe that art is for everyone, and offer positive encouraging studio experiences suitable for all ages, levels of experience, and interests.
ASPIRING
4-7 Years
From painting to pottery, unleash your creativity and try something new! In this course, kids will explore all an artist's toolkit has to offer to create a variety of artworks.
ASPIRING ARTISTS
4-7 Years
We'll use clay, paint, collage, and more in this exciting music themed class.
ASPIRING ARTISTS
Little Lambs Mixed Media Class
4-7 Years
Our youngest artists will explore paint, modelling paste, pottery, and more to create a series of sheep themed artworks.
ASPIRING ARTISTS
4-7 Years
Join us as we explore a variety of drawing and watercolour styles, tools, and techniques. Artists will end the course by creating a final watercolour masterpiece.
ASPIRING ARTISTS
NEW! Family Canvas Painting Workshops
4-12 Years, plus one adult
Join us in the studio for these step-by-step workshops to create your very own canvas painting.
Workshop themes include: Valentines Hearts, Black Light Neon, Rainbow Sloth, Spring Bouquet
4-7 Years
Get ready for some fun with mud! Children will learn some basic hand building techniques and then glaze their one-ofa-kind pottery pieces! Each workshop is a different theme. Clay pieces will be fired in the studio's kiln and be ready for pick up approximately 3-4 weeks after the workshop. Workshop themes include: Year Of The Rabbit Sculptures, Valentines Wall Hangings. Penguins, Pocket Pigs, Fish Dish, Easter Bunnies, Rainbows, Little Lambs, Fairy Doors, Mothers Day Wall Pocket Vase, Mothers Day Wall Pocket Vase
ASPIRING ARTISTS
NEW! Family Pottery Workshops
4-12 Years, plus one adult Get ready for some fun with mud! You and your little one will explore basic hand building techniques to create and then glaze one-of-a-kind pottery pieces! Clay items will be fired in the studio's kiln and ready for pick up 3-4 weeks after the workshop.
Workshop themes include: Piggy Banks, Heart Shaped Box & Wall Hanging, Butterfly Dishes, Colourful Cups
SPORTS Sports programs have moved to their own section on
Tiny dancers will tap their toes, twirl and whirl, learning the very basics of ballet with help from a parent or caregiver. Focus is on having fun, moving to music and participation in a group setting. Parent participation required.
We will learn both the graceful, technical basics of ballet and the high energy, more fast-paced style of jazz dance. Students will work towards a simple jazz routine rounded out with beginner ballet technique and posture. Parents/Guardians do not join their child in the program room.
For dancers who want to try it all! Each week we will spend time on both the graceful, technical basics of ballet and the high energy, more fast-paced style of jazz and hip hop. Students will also be introduced to tap dance and will put together special choreographed routines. Parents/Guardians do not join their child in the program room.
High energy, funky music and fun moves are sure to please in this dynamic class. Students will sample a few of the many diverse styles of hip hop and will build on basic technique and a simple routine. Parents/Guardians do not join their child in the program room.
A fun and creative class to introduce preschoolers to music. Children will learn to find notes and play a song by the end of the course. They will also be taught to read music, play by ear and compose their own songs.
For those who don't meet the age requirements of year long preschool. We introduce children to a world of exploring, sharing, and making friends. Includes music, play, art and crafts, stories and active play.
This drop-in program provides an excellent opportunity for you and your child to work on your physical literacy and fundamental movement skills in a fun, active and social environment. Ride-on toys, kindergym equipment, bouncy castle and a whole lot of sports equipment will have your toddler running, bouncing, balancing, shooting and kicking to their hearts content.
*More information coming in the new year.
Nature Preschool Camp 3-5 Years
Come find out what's outside in Nature! This play based outside camp will allow the children to run, jump, play and engage in active outdoor play, nature arts and exploration of the beautiful wonders of nature. We will be outside rain or shine each day.
Spring Into Action 4-5 Years
Our spring break camp is filled with different themes each day including outside time in nature, science, arts and crafts. Bugs, butterflies, nature walks, science experiments, nature walks and much more make this week fun and full of adventure.
Lisa Lehive llehive@wspr.ca
ASPIRING
Unleash your creativity! We offer quality art classes, workshops, and camps for kids, teens, and families. With small class sizes for personalized instruction, the art studio is a place where kids and youth are encouraged to be creative and curious while also learning how to properly use tools, work with a variety of art mediums, acquire artistic vocabulary, and gain an age appropriate understanding of the history of art and artists.
Our knowledgeable instructor engages students in exciting and challenging projects that grow artistic skills and let each artist's uniqueness shine through. We believe that art is for everyone, and offer positive encouraging studio experiences suitable for all ages, levels of experience, and interests.
ASPIRING ARTISTS Fun with Fabric
7-12 Years
In each of our workshops, kids will explore a different aspect of the wide world of fabric arts. All materials are provided. Workshop themes include: Cozy Critters, Heart Felt Needle Felting, Beaded Mini Baby Dragons, Felted Flowers
ASPIRING ARTISTS Drawing & Watercolour
7-12 Years
Join us as we explore a variety of drawing and watercolour styles, tools, and techniques. Artists will end the session by creating a final watercolour masterpiece.
ASPIRING ARTISTS
Kapow Superhero Drawing Class
8-13 Years
In this drawing class inspired by comics, kids will create a character, learn how to draw dynamic poses, then bring it all together to design an action-packed comic book cover!
ASPIRING ARTISTS
Pocket Monsters Drawing Class
7-11 Years
Join us in the studio as we create Pokémon inspired watercolour paintings.
ASPIRING ARTISTS
Mini Pocket Monsters Sculpting Class
7-11 Years
Join us in the studio to create Pokémon inspired characters from polymer clay.
8-13 Years
In this class artists will expand their drawing and painting knowledge by creating a series of small artworks exploring different colour schemes such as analogous and split complimentary, and different ways of creating a composition such as cropping and the rule of odds.
ASPIRING ARTISTS
I Heart Street Art 8-12 Years
Join us in the studio as we explore stencils, spray bottles, stamps, and more to create a multi-layered street art inspired canvas and graffiti style stickers.
ASPIRING ARTISTS
Fantastical Fairytales 6-11 Years
Join us for these fantastic mixed media classes, inspired by fairytale creatures and stories.
ASPIRING ARTISTS
Mixed Media PANDAmonium! 7-12 Years
Explore fabric, paint, and pottery to create a variety of panda themed artworks.
ASPIRING ARTISTS
Mixed Media Sleepy Sloths 7-12 Years
Explore fabric, paint, and polymer clay to create a variety of sloth themed artworks.
ASPIRING ARTISTS
7-12 Years
For those artists who love colour! From acrylic paint pouring to marbled clay, in this class we'll explore a variety of art media while learning how colours mix to create amazing artworks.
ASPIRING ARTISTS
6-11 Years
Explore both sculpting with polymer clay and watercolour paints in these fun one-hour workshops.
Workshop themes include: Year Of The Rabbit, Cozy Critters, I Love Art!, Cute Cupcakes, Spring Flowers, Pot O'gold, Egg-Cellent!, Mushroom Kingdom
ASPIRING ARTISTS
Acrylic
7-12 Years
Join us in the studio for these step-by-step workshops to create your very own canvas painting.
Workshop themes include: Love Bug, Palette Knife Painted Cupcakes, Rad Rainbows, Bumble Bee, Black Light Butterflies
ASPIRING ARTISTS
4-12 Years, plus one adult
Join us in the studio for these step-by-step workshops to create your very own canvas painting.
Workshop themes include: Valentines Hearts, Black Light Neon Rainbow Sloth, Spring Bouquet
ASPIRING ARTISTS
Valentine’s Cards
7-12 Years
Join us for an afternoon of art making. Create Valentine's Day cards using stamps, watercolour paints and more!
ASPIRING ARTISTS
6-11 Years
Join us for these magical workshops where kids will use polymer clay to create their very own seasonally themed fairy door.
ASPIRING ARTISTS
Pottery Workshops
8-13 Years
Get ready for some fun with mud! Children will learn some basic hand building techniques to create and then glaze their one-ofa-kind pottery pieces. Each workshop is a different theme. Clay pieces will be fired in the studio's kiln and be ready for pick up approximately 3-4 weeks after the workshop.
Workshop themes include: Fairy House Lanterns, Unicorns Glazed With Jungle Gems, Pencil Character Containers, Rainbow Confetti Mugs, Easter Bunnies, Coil Flower Pots, Mothers Day Pocket Vase, Mothers Day Mugs
ASPIRING ARTISTS
NEW! Family Pottery Workshops
4-12 Years, plus one adult
Get ready for some fun with mud! You and your little one will explore basic hand building techniques to create and then glaze one-of-a-kind pottery pieces! Clay items will be fired in the studio's kiln and ready for pick up 3-4 weeks after the workshop.
Workshop themes include: Piggy Banks, Heart Shaped Box & Wall Hanging, Butterfly Dishes, Colourful Cups
7-13 Years
Fun with mud! Hand building, modeling and construction are introduced during this creative course. Students will also experience the challenge of throwing on the potter’s wheel. All finished pieces will be fired in our kiln's and be ready for pick up approximately 3-4 weeks after the course ends.
Pottery for Kids
8-12 Years
Fun with mud! Hand building, modeling and construction are introduced during this creative course. Students will also experience the challenge of throwing on the potter’s wheel. All finished pieces will be fired in our kiln's and will be ready for pick up approximately 3-4 weeks after the course ends.
Ballet and Jazz
6-9 Years
We will focus on beginner to intermediate ballet techniques and posture both on the bar and across the floor. Students will also build confidence and knowledge in jazz styled dance, completing a fun and creative choreographed routine.
5-7 Years and 7-11 Years
High energy, funky music and fun choreography are sure to please in this dynamic class. Students will sample a few of the many diverse styles of hip hop and will build on basic technique and a choreographed routine.
Guitar 7-12 Years
Guitar instruction in a fun class setting! Covers reading music (Standard Notation and TAB), tuning methods, basic theory, single string playing, basic chords and finger strengthening exercises. Students will acquire tools to play simple songs from rock to classical. Instrument rental available through PJ Music. Please email pamsmirl@gmail.com.
7-12 Years
A creative fun approach to learning about music and piano while developing good technique, rhythm and basic note reading and compositing skills.
Semi-Private Piano 6-12 Years
Want more attention in your piano lessons? This semi-private lesson will give you all the tips and tricks you need to play beautifully.
Young rockers rotate on drums, electric guitar, and keyboard for a unique experience combining instruments, theory, singing, ensemble performance and rock 'n' roll fantasy. Easy-to-play songs allow immediate access to performing in a rock band. Instruments provided; no additional practice required.
7-11 Years
A French journey for children with the Alliance Française. Your child will learn to speak with the confidence of a native French speaker through games and fun task-based activities that will develop their listening and pronunciation skills.
KIDS: Keeping our children Informed, Defensible, and Safer. We enlighten, not frighten. Topics include: A child’s six special powers, street safety rules, home alone rules, lost / in trouble rules, safe places, my body rules, good/bad touching, and realistic physical and verbal strategies. Parent attendance is mandatory.
This series of classes is all about understanding the science, technology, and engineering that will make human habitation on Mars possible. You will learn about the Artemis Mission and how it is paving the way toward the ultimate goal of sending human beings to the surface of Mars and explore the topics that address a human being's basic needs for survival on the Red Planet, such as water, oxygen, solar energy, and protection from UV radiation. Through fun and exciting, hands-on investigations, experiments, and building challenges, you will work in teams to design and build a physical prototype of your own Mars base.
ENGINEERING FOR KIDS
Jr Robotics & Coding - Level 2 5-7 Years
Engineering For Kids: Jr Robotics & Coding - Level 2 NEW CURRICULUM!!! Does your child like robots? Do they want to continue to learn how to program them? This class is for them! Our young engineers will review the basics of coding then work on more in depth concepts using our Sphero robots and tablets. Through both individual activities and teamwork, they will develop their creativity and problem-solving skills as well as their coding skills to complete the challenges that await their robot friends.
ATTENTION: Previous coding knowledge NOT required.
ENGINEERING FOR KIDS
Apprentice Robotics & Coding - Level 2 8-12 Years
NEW CURRICULUM!!! Does your child like robots? Do they want to continue to learn how to program them? This class is for them! Our young engineers will review the basics of coding then work on more in depth concepts using our Sphero robots and tablets. Through both individual activities and teamwork, they will develop their creativity and problem-solving skills as well as their coding skills to complete the challenges that await their robot friends.
Homeschoolers
Have you ever wondered how the apps and games on your mobile devices are created? Whether you've already built your own apps using Bitsbox or are new to app building, there is something for everyone in our classes. Join us as we learn the basics of written code (JavaScript/ Java) and have fun creating and programming our own apps and games using our laptops. As students' skills improve, the coding complexity will increase. Parents, in addition to being introduced to coding, your children will develop skills in critical thinking, problem solving, and practice math in an inclusive environment. We also encourage them to help each other find the errors causing their codes to malfunction so they can learn to debug independently.
NOTE: They will be able to share the app and games they create by using QR codes or sending links to your email address or phone number.
ATTENTION: Previous coding knowledge NOT required.
ENGINEERING FOR KIDS
Jr Bridge Engineering - I can’t get over it! 5-7 Years
How many coins can a bridge made out of paper hold? How come arch bridges don’t collapse? Throughout this program, our young engineers will answer these questions and many more while they gain a deeper understanding of some of the most important concepts behind bridge construction. Every week, our instructors will challenge them to construct stronger and sturdier bridges. Will your bridge survive our testing?!
ENGINEERING FOR KIDS
I can’t get over it! - The Engineering of Bridges 8-12 Years
How many coins can a bridge made out of paper hold? How come arch bridges don’t collapse? Throughout this program, our young engineers will answer these questions and many more while they gain a deeper understanding of some of the most important concepts behind bridge construction. Every week, our instructors will challenge them to construct stronger and sturdier bridges. Will your bridge survive our testing?!
A full day licensed program will be filled with action packed activities such as games, crafts, sports, and much more. Please bring a healthy lunch, snacks, water bottle, and weather appropriate clothing. Please refrain from bringing toys/electronics from home.
SD#62 Dates February 6, February 17, April 21, May 29
A full day licensed program will be filled with action packed activities such as games, crafts, sports, and much more. Please bring a healthy lunch, snacks, water bottle, and weather appropriate clothing. Please refrain from bringing toys/electronics from home.
SD#62 Dates February 6, February 17, April 21, May 29
This program is a holding spot for children and youth requiring one on one inclusion support. By completing this process for the Spring Break Inclusion Intake Program, you are requesting your child be placed into a camp with support. This does not guarantee a spot is available in a camp. Upon completion of the intake process happening. we will contact families-based date registered as well as camps availability, camper fit, staffing availability and funding. If you have any questions about this process, please contact campadmin@wspr.ca
Pro-D Horseback Riding Camp
6-16 Years
Horseback riding lessons are a great way to develop confidence, balance and coordination. Learn to ride on safe, well trained school horses from qualified instructors. Suitable for beginner and intermediate riders. The program at Cedar Vista Stables includes riding lessons, basic horsemanship and safety around horses focusing on having fun while acquiring an appreciation for these incredible animals. Riding is a great way to get fit in an enjoyable outdoor environment.
SD#62 Dates February 6, February 17, April 21, May 29
Outdoor Adventure Pro-D Day 6-11 Years
Spend your Pro-D Day outside, playing games, exploring the woods, and being physically active! Work on your physical literacy skills through games and sports while having a great time with your friends!
April21
ENGINEERING FOR KIDS Pro-D Day – Minecraft and LEGO Crazy Contraptions 8-12 Years
Spend the morning in our creative virtual world of Minecraft where you’ll solve engineering challenges using teamwork and ingenuity. Then, in the afternoon, we will continue developing our engineering skills using our Crazy Contraptions kits.
February 17
ASPIRING
5-10 Years
Join us for a fun filled day of art making! Please bring a lunch, snack, and dress for the weather of the day.
Spend your Pro D Day in the gym, playing sports and being physically active. Work on your physical literacy skills through games and sports while having a great time with your friends!
SD#62 Dates Feb 6, Feb 17, May 29
Register online at wspr.ca
ENGINEERING FOR KIDS Pro-D Day – Jr Minecraft and Lego 6-8 Years
Spend the morning in our creative virtual world of Minecraft where you’ll solve engineering challenges using teamwork and ingenuity. Then, in the afternoon, we will continue developing our engineering skills through Lego challenges
April 21
ENGINEERING FOR KIDS Pro-D Day – Minecraft and Mechanical Engineering 8-12 Years
Spend the morning in our creative virtual world of Minecraft where you’ll solve engineering challenges using teamwork and ingenuity. Then, in the afternoon, we will continue developing our engineering skills through mechanical engineering challenges.
May 29
Nature Preschool Camp 3-5 Years
Come find out what's outside in Nature! This play based outside camp will allow the children to run, jump, play and engage in active outdoor play, nature arts and exploration of the beautiful wonders of nature. We will be outside rain or shine each day.
Our spring break camp is filled with different themes each day including outside time in nature, science, arts and crafts. Bugs, butterflies, nature walks, science experiments, nature walks and much more make this week fun and full of adventure.
LICENSED
Spring Break Camp Gr 2-5 7-10 Years
Let your imagination run wild with crafts, games, and more! This full day Licenced program will be filled with action packed activities. Please bring lunch, 2 snacks, a water bottle, and clothes appropriate for the weather.
Mar 20-24 Mar 27-31
Spring Break Camp Gr K-1 5-6 Years
Let your imagination run wild with crafts, games, and more! This full day Licenced program will be filled with action packed activities. Please bring lunch, 2 snacks, a water bottle, and clothes appropriate for the weather.
Mar 20-24
Mar 27-31
This program is a holding spot for children and youth requiring one on one inclusion support. By completing this process for the Spring Break Inclusion Intake Program, you are requesting your child be placed into a camp with support. This does not guarantee a spot is available in a camp. Upon completion of the intake process happening. we will contact families-based date registered as well as camps availability, camper fit, staffing availability and funding. If you have any questions about this process, please contact campadmin@wspr.ca
ASPIRING ARTISTS
Spring Break Camp
Join us for a fun filled week of art making. Kids will explore a variety of cool mediums and techniques. In addition to learning about arts and crafts campers will spend time outdoors participating in fun games and activities.
Mar 20-24 6-8 Years
Mar 27-31 9-12 Years
Dance Sampler Spring Break Camp 6-9 Years
Discover many styles of dance including hip hop, jazz, and ballet. We will work on basic moves and choreography. Fun games, crafts and outdoor play round out our week of camp.
Mar 27-31
PJ MUSIC STUDIOS
Piano, Ukulele and Singing Camp 7-12 Years
Learn to play the piano with friends and have fun singing with them too! Learn new songs, keyboard training, rhythm, dynamics, reading of bass and treble clefs. In the afternoon, learn to play the ukulele. We'll cover chord shapes, how to hold the ukulele, basic strumming patterns, and lots of songs. We'll cover popular songs for beginners on the ukulele in this fun camp!
Mar 20-24 Mar 27-31
Spring Break Forest School Camp (5-12 yrs) 5-12 Years
Forest School is about promoting a deep and lasting connection to the natural world and to each other through purposeful play and exploration. Every day is a different adventure as we follow participants' own interests through nature immersion. Children build self-esteem, resilience, problem-solving skills, social-skills, they learn about plants, animals, weather and more!
https://westcoastforestschool.ca/ Mar 20-24
Horseback riding lessons are a great way to develop confidence, balance and coordination. Learn to ride on safe, well trained school horses from qualified instructors. Suitable for beginner and intermediate riders. The program at Cedar Vista Stables includes riding lessons, basic horsemanship and safety around horses focusing on having fun while acquiring an appreciation for these incredible animals. Riding is a great way to get fit in an enjoyable outdoor environment.
Mar 20-23 Mar 27-29
Using Redstone, Minecraft's version of electrical circuitry, test your ingenuity and problem-solving skills as you navigate through challenges in our virtual Minecraft worlds using our laptops. Learn teamwork and how to manage resources like real-life engineers. Even if you ve been to this camp before, you’ll still find the daily missions fun and challenging! We’ll also spend part of the day doing art, science, hands-on engineering projects, and playing fun outdoor games (weather permitting)!
Mar 27-31
In this camp, children will not only be introduced to the world of building and programming with our LEGO® EV3 robots, but also be challenged to find their own way to apply robotics principles to some of the problems Da Vinci faced when creating his machines. We’ll also spend part of the day doing art, science, hands-on engineering projects, and playing fun outdoor games (weather permitting)!
Mar 20-24
Spring Break Camp
6-11 Years
This combined Active Start and FUNdamentals camp will involve structured and unstructured games, activities, and sports that promote active lifestyles and physical literacy while teaching fundamental movement skills such as running, jumping, and throwing.
SOCCERTRON Half-Day Camp 6-9 Years and 10-14 Years
Soccertron coaches are eager to help each young player improve their soccer skills while having fun at the same time! This program runs for five consecutive days, with each day's session being 3 hours long. During each session, there are themed skills that the coaches target for development. Children will be put into appropriate age groups and skill levels. Camp includes a t-shirt.
SOCCERTRON Full-Day Camp 7-14 Years
Soccertron coaches are eager to help each young player improve their soccer skills while having fun at the same time! This program runs for five consecutive days, with each day's session being 7 hours long. During each session, there are themed skills that the coaches target for development. Children will be put into appropriate age groups and skill levels. Camp includes a t-shirt.
SOCCERTRON Soccer Tots 3-5 Years
These upbeat, instructional sessions are perfect for players wanting to learn the FUNdamentals of soccer. Soccertron stresses learning the correct techniques so players can thoroughly enjoy soccer for the rest of their careers. Progressive skills are taught using fun activities, under the supervision of Soccertron's enthusiastic coaches.
RICHARDSON SPORT
Full-Day
6-9 Years
Break
This camp is designed to give children a positive first interaction with 10 sports. Children will acquire skills in hockey, tennis, soccer, volleyball, baseball, rugby, lacrosse, golf, basketball, and football. Skills are taught in a safe, structured environment that focuses on building self-esteem. Our NCCP Instructors will teach through games and activities designed to explore agility, timing, balance, movement, hand/eye coordination, and skill development tailored to individual skill levels. Program operates at a 12:1 child to coach ratio.
Mar 20-24
Donovan Coates dcoates@wspr.ca
Lisa Lehive llehive@wspr.ca
6:30 – 7:30 PM: $2 Drop-in Skate for Youth 7:30 – 8:30 PM: Youth Room and Sports Floor will be open with one staff monitoring.
6:30 – 8:00 PM: Youth Swim, three youth staff will be present until 8:00 8:00 – 9:00 PM: Indoor Sports Complex and Youth Room will be open with three youth staff monitoring
Fun with mud! Hand building, modelling and construction are introduced during this creative course. Students will also experience the challenge of throwing on the potter’s wheel. All finished pieces will be fired in our kiln's and be ready for pick up approximately 3-4 weeks after the course ends.
A certified Red Cross program for prospective babysitters! This comprehensive course takes place over two Saturdays, and will include the basics of babysitting, safety procedures and activities for young children, steps to handle emergencies and more. Please bring a note pad and pen to class.
Designed to educate children on staying safe at home alone, this workshop covers topics including home and fire safety, dealing with strangers, snack and meal preparation, emergency procedures and first aid. Please note that this course does not certify participants to babysit other children.
This program is designed for youth looking to live an active and healthy life by developing a fitness foundation with a focus on fun. This program will develop strength and cardio conditioning, as well as build on physical literacy skills, speed, and agility through exercises, games and activities. All levels welcome.
Come and learn to play the sport everyone is talking about! Pickleball is a racqet/ paddle sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. It’s easy to learn and a blast to play! Sessions will include a lesson and playing component. Paddles provided.
Each week participants will get the chance to play a variety of styles of dodgeball, such as Doctor, Bench Ball, “Fireball” and more! All levels welcome – no experience necessary.
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Learn the basics of drawing a portrait and how to achieve a startling likeness from life or photo. Course includes study of angles, distances, mapping and measuring. Learn the use of values (lights and darks) to define planes of the face.
Beginners will learn about materials, composition, design, colour and medium control and techniques. Experienced watercolourists will be challenged to further their skills. Each session is a paintalong demo of skies, water, snow, trees and mountains. Take home a completed painting at the end.
*Registration required* For those with pottery experience who are comfortable working independently in the studio. An attendant will be on duty but instruction is not provided. Only clay purchased through WSPR, and items created in our studio can be fired in our kiln. Orientation is required for new studio users. For more information, please visit: https://www.wspr.ca/programsregistration/arts-culture/pottery-studio
Classes for all levels Drop-in and registered studio time available.
We pride ourselves on creating a warm, inviting and friendly environment.
Find the Pottery Studio at Centennial Centre for Arts, Culture & Community
Students will learn crucial camera settings. Technical and artistic components of digital photography will be discussed, demonstrated, and practiced under the instruction of a professional photographer. Enrol to get a solid intro to composition rules, lighting and pro tips for nature, people and travel photography. DSLR or mirrorless digital camera released in the last six years is required for this course.
An orientation is required for all those who are new to the studio and wish to use the studio for Open Studio Time and Drop-in Pottery. Previous pottery experience required.
An orientation is required for all those who are new to the studio and wish to use the studio for Open Studio Time. Previous pottery experience required.
Enjoy and explore different throwing and hand building techniques while learning to wedge and center clay on the wheel. This class is for beginners and focuses on making functional pottery such as mugs, bowls, plates and more.
For beginners who are ready to explore some advanced techniques in the studio. Enjoy and learn advanced throwing techniques from our skilled pottery instructor, Esther Drone.
For beginners to intermediate potters who would like to explore advanced techniques and new skills on the wheel. Enjoy and learn advanced throwing techniques from our skilled pottery instructor, Esther Drone.
*Choose between two types of workshops – Throwing on the Wheel or Hand Building
Looking for a unique date night or friend’s night out? Join us for a creative evening where you will explore different throwing or hand building techniques depending on which night you choose. This class is designed for beginners, and you will create at least two items to take home. Total course fee includes all materials.
Join Esther Drone in the new Centennial Centre Pottery Studio for a customized pottery lesson. Whether you’re a beginner wanting to try out throwing on the wheel or hand building, or an experienced potter looking for more advanced techniques, Esther can guide you through a wonderful lesson. For more information and to book, please email llehive@wspr.ca
An introduction to a selection of the most popular modern ballroom dance styles including Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Cha Cha, Rhumba & Jive. This is a fun and social activity that you can enjoy for a lifetime and which brings many physical and mental benefits. As ballroom dancing involves two people dancing together, please sign up with a partner.
A review of your Level 1 material will be followed by the introduction of new material in all six dances. Not only will you learn new patterns, but new techniques as well to help you look and feel your best on the dance floor. As ballroom dancing involves two people dancing together, please sign up with a partner.
Don’t leave the traditional first dance, as a newly married couple, to chance. We can help you prepare for this special event. We’ll cover how to approach the floor with poise, basic step patterns, how to move as one and how to finish with flair. As this is an activity that requires two people dancing together, please be sure to register with a partner.
Whether you call it Jitterbug, Boogie Woogie, Swing or Jive, it’s been around for decades and is still one of the most popular, fun and enduring dances ever devised. Prior dance experience is not required. As this is an activity that requires two people dancing together, please be sure to register with a partner.
You have learned the basics and are ready for more! Join us as we introduce a selection of new figures and variations to increase your repertoire for added interest and fun. Please be sure to register with a partner.
Dance has been proven to help cognitive function, as well as, condition the bodies heart, lungs, bones and muscles while just having fun moving to music. Nia is choregraphed and Free dance combined with Martial Arts and Healing. Nia improves circulation and helps maintain a healthy weight. Nia is great for any age, fitness level, or body type. Please bring a yoga mat.
Join us in a fun and supportive environment to learn the basics of Jazz. Develop technique with the help of our experienced instructor. Those new to Jazz and beginners who are seeking to improve their technique are welcome to join this class.
The Alliance Française General French classes use an interactive method-based approach that will allow you to develop all five skills: speaking, interacting, listening, reading, writing, and will provide you with a wealth of intercultural insight. They are based on the recommendations of the CEFR (the Common European Framework for Languages), a standard reference adopted by hundreds of educational systems worldwide. (Textbooks are mandatory)
We are as diverse and vibrant as the community we serve. It’s the contribution of each individual that makes our team so strong. We want YOU, to grow, learn and move forward with us today. Join our team >
For the children of many families in the Capital Regional District, the cost associated with organized sports continues to be a barrier to participation.
For more information about eligibility criteria, and to apply for KidSport support, please visit our website.
Thanks to our donors and supporters, over 14,100 local kids have been helped off the sidelines and onto the playing field by KidSport Greater Victoria, with over $3,400,000 in season-of-sport registration fees.
If you’re in a position to give, through funds or time, please contact us. www.kidsportvictoria.ca So ALL Kids Can Play!
L.I.F.E. assists individuals and families with low incomes to access recreation services and programs at all municipal recreation centres in Greater Victoria. The L.I.F.E. Program is designed for individuals and families in the Westshore whose combined gross household income must be at or below Statistic Canada’s estimated low income thresholds for 2021. Post-secondary students are not eligible. Applications are available in person at JDF Recreation Centre and online at wspr.ca
Administrator Grant Brown 250-474-8607 gbrown@wspr.ca
Administrative Systems Facilitator Chantelle Bremner 250-474-8610 cbremner@wspr.ca
Human Resources Advisor April Luchinski 250-474-8623 hr fax 250-478-8363 aluchinski@wspr.ca
Human Resources Assistant Teresa Janisch 250-478-8384 ex 2250 tjanisch@wspr.ca
Manager of Finance & Admininstration Wei Wu 250-474-8605 wwu@wspr.ca
Administration Systems Specialist 250-474-8695
Reception Supervisor Laurie Polischuk 250-474-8612 lpolischuk@wspr.ca
Communications Simon Miles 250-474-8601 smiles@wspr.ca
Facility Bookings Hope Peden 250-474-8611 bookings@wspr.ca
Arena/Indoor Sports Complex Bookings Glen Klassen 250-474-8626 arenabookings@wspr.ca
Manager of Operations
Ron Dietrich 250-474-8602 rdietrich@wspr.ca
Parks Supervisor Bryan Wood 250-478-3133 bwood@wspr.ca Maintenance Supervisor Tristan Webb 250-474-8615 twebb@wspr.ca
Manager of Recreation Geoff Welham 250-474-8655 gwelham@wspr.ca
Arena & Events Coordinator Events, Arena User Groups, JDF Golf Course Rob Wilson 250-474-8604 rwilson@wspr.ca
Arena & Events Programmer Arena, Events Erin Pirot 250-474-8637 epirot@wspr.ca
Aquatic Coordinator (Acting)
Aquatic Programmer
Aquatic Program Assistant
Raf Olejniczak 250-474-8680 rolejniczak@wspr.ca
Fitness Coordinator Krista Enderud 250-474-8694 kenderud@wspr.ca
Wellness & Fitness Program Assistant Kaitlyn Waring 250-474-8617 kwaring@wspr.ca Recreation Coordinator Nicky Brown jdf 250-474-8606 nbrown@wspr.ca
Recreation Programmer Arts & Culture Programs, Camps
Recreation Programmer Community Development, Adult, Youth
Recreation Programmer Licensed, Preschool Programs and Camps
Recreation Program Assistant After School Care, Summer Camps
Recreation Programmer Afterschool Care Programs
Youth & Sports Programmer Youth, Sports Programs
Lisa Lehive cc 250-474-5825 llehive@wspr.ca
Bobbi Neal 250-474-8665 bneal@wspr.ca
Alexandra Matthew 250-474-8619 amatthew@wspr.ca
Lindsay Kemble 250 474-8608 lkemble@wspr.ca
Danielle Turner 250-474-8640 dturner@wspr.ca
Donovan Coates 250-474-8641 dcoate@wspr.ca
JDF – JDF Recreation Centre | CC – Centennial Centre
