West Shore Parks & Recreation-Activity Guide: January - April 2025 by West Shore Parks & Recreation

ACTIVITY GUIDE

JANUARY - APRIL 2025

REGISTRATION DATES

Phone, in person, and online registration

GENERAL REGISTRATION

DECEMBER 5

Arena, Sport, Fitness & Wellness, Arts & Culture & Camps

Advanced Aquatic Programs

AQUATICS

DECEMBER 16

Aquatics

Preschool lessons

RECEPTION HOURS

6:00AM – 9:45PM

HOLIDAY HOURS

Summer swimming lessons viewable

DECEMBER 17

Aquatics

School Age/Adult & Private lessons

Creating a new online account

• Go to the WSPR Intelligenz website: explore.wspr.ca

• Click “Register” to create a new account.

• 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

7:00AM – 7:45PM

(Reception and pool closes 15 minutes before facility closes)

Christmas Eve Tuesday, December 24

6AM-3PM

Christmas Day Wednesday, December 25 CLOSED

Boxing Day Thursday, December 26 CLOSED

New Year’s Eve Tuesday, December 31

6AM-3PM

New Year’s Day Wednesday, January 1 (2025) CLOSED

Family Day Monday, February 17

Good Friday Friday, April 18

(Saturday of Easter) Saturday, April 19

Easter Sunday Sunday, April 20

Easter Monday Monday, April 21

6AM-10PM

6AM-3PM

7AM-8PM

6AM-10PM

CANCELLATION, WITHDRAWALS AND REFUNDS POLICY

GENERAL PROGRAMS

Full credits or refunds will be processed by contacting reception a minimum of 7 DAYS (prior to the start time) for pro-d day, winter break, spring break and summer camps and 3 DAYS (prior to the start time) of all other courses/program start dates (less supply costs).

Full credits or refunds are issued when West Shore Parks & Recreation cancels a program or when the 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). Some exceptions may apply.

Refund or credit requests for classes that have passed need to be approved by the program supervisor.

PASSES AND MEMBERSHIPS

Visit Passes, 1 month and 3month memberships and promotional passes are non-transferable and non-refundable but may be upgraded to an annual membership. Annual adult and annual family memberships 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 memberships for relocating out of the Greater Victoria region or medical reasons. Cancellations are effective at the end of the current month. Regional Annual Pass may be cancelled for medical reasons, relocating out of the Greater Victoria region, or compassionate reasons I.e. lost their job or other financial situation change. Patrons must hand in their regional pass card or provide photographic evidence of card and sticker is destroyed (cut up). The pass is not cancelled until the pass has been returned or photograph received.

Credits are valid for one year from the date of issue. For refunds, payments made by credit card or debit will be credited to original credit/debit card (some restrictions apply).

All other refunds are refunded by cheque and processed within 15 working days. A $25 fee may apply to NSF cheques, credit card or electronic fund transfer rejections. Refunds may be granted at the discretion of WSPRS staff. Documentation may be required. Some exceptions may apply and will be listed on your program receipts.

& HOURS

Juan de Fuca Recreation Centre

1767 ISLAND HIGHWAY, COLWOOD

Monday – Friday 6 AM – 10 PM*

Saturday & Sunday 7 AM – 8:00 PM*

Holidays Hours See page 2

*Reception closes 15 min prior to facility

Changerooms close 15 mins. after the faciltiy closes

Juan de Fuca Golf Course

Located in the Lower Park behind JDF

Monday – Sunday 7:30AM - 6PM

Centennial Centre for Arts, Culture & Community

2805 CARLOW ROAD, LANGFORD Hours are Program Specific

STAY IN TOUCH

Reception

Bookings

REQUEST FOR USE WSPR FACILITIES

CONTACT

Bookings Department

Facilities - bookings@wspr.ca

Sports & Arena - sportbookings@wspr.ca

Golf Course

Rob Wilson rwilson@wspr.ca

1. Save this form to your electronic device prior to submitting a completed copy via the buttons below in order to enable the email capability.

2. The bookings clerk will contact you to confirm the dates requested, review insurance submission, discuss pertinent details and arrange payment.

Fieldhouse (Golf Clubhouse)

Clubhouse: Lower (Lawn Bowls side)

Clubhouse: Upper (Velodrome side)

JDF 55+ Auditorium

JDF 55+ Room 101 201 202

Centennial Centre: Oak Room

Centennial Centre: Arbutus Room

Colwood Creek (City of Colwood) Herm Williams (City of Colwood) Meadow (City of Colwood) Oceanview (City of Colwood)

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.

How To: Check Availability

• 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”.

How To: Fill Out a Request for Use Form

• Please follow the Link to the appropriate request for use form for the area you wish to book.

• Input all contact and booking request information with as much detail as possible including alternate dates if able. press the “Submit” button to email the completed request for use 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.

Winter Golf Pass

Oct 1, 2024 to Mar 31, 2025. Enjoy unlimited rounds of golf 7 days a week, for 6 months. Only $303.30 (incl tax)

Improve Your Short Game, Improve Your Score.

Located in the lower park at West Shore Parks & Recreation. The JDF Par 3 golf course consists of nine beautifully manicured holes, with yardage ranging from 79 to 170 and seven water hazards, this course is ideal for both the beginner and the experienced player. This course will only take a short commitment of time and is conveniently located only 20 minutes from downtown. Play on a first come first served basis – tee times not required.

Golf Pro-Shop 250-474-8621

Located behind JDF at 1767 Island Hwy. The JDF Golf Course Pro Shop has all the golfing essentials needed including balls, tees, rental clubs, hats, gloves, snack, cold drinks and fresh coffee!

Skating

CONTACT

Arena and Events Programmer

Erin Pirot epirot@wspr.ca

Arena Bookings

Glen Klassen sportbookings@wspr.ca

Preschool – Learn to Skate 3-6 Years 30 Minute Lessons

Parent & Tot

No prerequisite

Preschool 1 No prerequisite

Preschool 2

Prerequisite PS 1

Preschool 3

Prerequisite PS 2

Preschool 4

Prerequisite PS 3

First time skaters will get comfortable on the ice with an adult.

Participants will be taught basic skating skills including: balancing on two feet, touching toes, walking forwards, marching and falling down.

This class is for children who can skate independently. Skills include: gliding, two foot jumps, making snow and walking backwards.

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.

Skating

Party (JDF Arena – Youth Room)

2:00-4:30pm Sunday Only

Bring your ice skating kids & family to the JDF arena to enjoy the Everyone welcome skate from 2-2:50pm, then move the group to the Youth Room for gifts and snacks. Helmets are required for all children skating and are recommended for adults. Skate rentals are included for up to 20 guests, please feel free to bring your own skates.

$231/2.5 hour party duration.

South Island Ravens Hockey

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.

Learn to Play Sledge Hockey

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 lexi@victoriasledgehockey.com

School Age – Learn to Skate

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.

Rentals

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

Helmets are required for all lesson participants. Participants are encouraged to wear gloves mittens, warm jackets and warm flexible clothing.

Enquire

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.

*Number of classes are detailed in session dates information.

DROP-IN ARENA PROGRAMS

EVERYONE WELCOME

TOONIE SKATE

ADULT SKATE

DUFFER HOCKEY

FAMILY SKATE

PARENT AND TOT

FAMILY STICKS & PUCKS

Family Stick and Puck guidelines have recently changed.

Join your friends for a great time out.

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+

Bring a friend or the whole family and enjoy an afternoon of games, prizes and on-ice fun. Our special family rate covers up to 5 family members for only $13.90

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. This session is intended for families to experience a slower paced stick and puck environment. Helmets required for all regardless of age. Children are required to come with a parent. Parents do not need to skate but will need to stay in the arena to watch the session. One side of the ice will be for soft pucks and individuals with limited gear. Children must have full gear and hockey gloves to use hard pucks. Pucks will be provided. No experience necessary. Staff will be on the ice to provide pointers. No skate assists available. Skate rentals and helmet rentals are available. 40 participants maximum.

POWERWEST ATHLETICS

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 professional hockey players. Instructed by Mena Westhaver and her team of PowerWest Athletics coaches.

Edge Class for All Ages

6-69 Years

Fridays Jan 10-Mar 14 7:30-8:15am $330/10

Fridays April 4-25 7:30-8:15am $132/4

Focus on all skating techniques through the proper use of edges; forwards, backwards, all stops, transitions, fast starts and stops, cross overs, and more. This is power skating!

Mini Hockey

4-6 Years

Fridays Jan 10-Mar 14 3:30-4:20pm $270/9

Fridays April 4-25 3:30-4:20pm $120/4

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.

Private and Semiprivate Lessons

Focus on your development. Available for skating and hockey skills. Max: 1:3 ratio

Friday 3-3:30pm

PowerWest Athletics 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.

Afterschool Semiprivate Lessons

6-12 Years

Fridays Jan 8-Mar 12 3:30-4:20pm $432/9

Fridays Apr 5-26 3:30-4:20pm $192/4

These semi-private lesson opportunities provide more individual attention for your player. Skating, hockey skills and always a few games! Focus on your development. Available for skating and hockey skills. Max: 1:3 ratio

Pro D Day – One Time Session

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

After School Power Skating

7-12 Years

Wednesday Jan 8-Mar 12 3:30-4:20pm $315/10

Wednesdays Apr 2-23 $126/4

This program focuses on balance, control and agility skills including components of power and speed. Skating skills, techniques and performance drills are taught in a progressive format, by Mena Westhaver and her team of PowerWest Athletics coaches.

For event catering information please contact 250 886-5232 info@islandculinaryservice.ca Based in the Fieldhouse Kitchen and available to cater events onsite seamlessly.

For more information about event rental spaces please use our booking form located on the WSPR website or email bookings at bookings@wspr.ca website at

Pool

CONTACT

Aquatic Coordinator

Carly Nurmsoo cnurmsoo@wspr.ca

Aquatic Programmer

Hamish Babin hbabin@wspr.ca

Alisa Stutt astutt@wspr.ca

Aquatic Program Assistant Shekinah Landry slandry@wspr.ca

POOL ANNUAL MAINTENANCE SHUT-DOWN

The pool will be closed March 31 to April 20

Pass holders accepted at other regional facilities.

OUR FACILITY

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 (only for sliders under 48”)

• Big blue waterslide (only 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)

• Hand crank chair lift into main pool.

• Climbing wall

Looking for pool, fitness, skating and indoor sport complex schedules and drop-in classes. Visit us online or pick one up at reception.

DROP-IN ACTIVITIES

Lane Swimming

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.

Water Walking

For water walking in the lane pool. Continuous lane swimming is not permitted in water walking lane.

Aquafit

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 Swim

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 Swim

Fun for all ages! Main pool, leisure pool, hot tub, waterslide, rope swing and spray features are available.

Waterslide

You must be 48” tall to ride. Single riders only.

Youth Swim

Admission $2. All pool areas available for youth only swim for those ages 11-18. All pool areas including steam room, sauna and hot tub closed except for youth.

Adult Swim

For adults 19+ only. All pool areas are open

Child Admission Policy

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.

ADULT AQUATIC PROGRAMS

Aqua Zumba

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.

TRAINING & EDUCATION

Bronze Medallion

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.

Bronze Cross

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.

National Lifeguard Pool Option

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.

National Lifeguard Pool Option Recert

Prerequisites: National Lifeguard Pool option Lifeguards need to recertifiy every two years to remain current.

WSPR Swim Instructor Program

Pre-Requisite: 15 years old by the last day of the course AND Bronze Cross.

Interviews for hiring are guaranteed upon successfulcompletion 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.

West Shore Masters Swim Club 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 Led by a NCCP certified coach. Members must be able to swim a minimum of 1000m in an hour and 200m continuously. Swimmers need to provide their own fins and pull buoys. This equipment will be used frequently.

For more information please contact westshoremastersregistrar@gmail.com Click <here> to get to our website and the registration form

JOIN OUR TEAM!

• Swimming instructors

• Lifeguards • Volunteers • Aquafit

Employment

The path to working at Juan de Fuca has two streams – swim instructor and lifeguard. We may hire swim instructors with a Swim Instructor certification, Standard First Aid, and Bronze Cross. To lifeguard, you must also complete the National Lifeguard program in addition to being a Swim Instructor. Those without a Swim Instructor Certification may apply, however applicants must be registered in a Swim Instructor program as a condition of employment. Please see below for an overview of requirements.

SWIM INSTRUCTOR

• Bronze Cross

• Standard First Aid

• Swim Instructor Certification, one of:

• WSPR Swim Instructor

• Lifesaving Society Swim for Life Instructor

• YMCA Swim Instructor

LIFEGUARD

• Current National Lifeguard

• Current Standard First Aid

• Completed or be enrolled in a Swim Instructor Program

AQUAFIT

• Aquafit certification

Please go to our website to apply

Volunteering

To build experience and get a head start on employment, we offer volunteer opportunities within our swim lesson program. To apply you must be at least 13 years old and have completed the Bronze Medallion certification. Volunteer may email slandry@wspr.ca to apply

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Weightroom & Fitness

CONTACT

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 of all levels and abilities, to meet their exercise needs. It is fully accessible with automatic doors and wide aisles.

The weight room offers a variety of equipment, including:

• Matrix brand treadmills, elliptical machines, upright and recumbent bikes, Climbmill step machines, spin bikes, air assault bike, rowing machines and more!

• Atlantis strength training equipment

• NuStep recumbent cross trainers

• Free Weights from 2-120 pounds

• Cable cross functional trainers

• Squat racks, bench press and Deadlift platform

• Designated stretching and strength training zones

WEIGHTROOM HOURS ATTENDANT ON DUTY

MONDAY-FRIDAY 6:00AM - 10:00PM 9:00 - 11:00AM 3:00 - 10:00PM SATURDAY 7:00AM - 8:00PM 9:00AM - 12:00PM 5:00 - 8:00PM SUNDAY 7:00AM - 8:00PM 8:00 - 10:00AM 12:00 - 3:00PM 5:00 - 8:00PM

* Last admission, scan and reception closes 15 min prior to facility | Changerooms close 15 mins. after the faciltiy closes

Patrons 16 years and up are welcome at all times. Ages 13-15 years require a weightroom orientation. Regional Youth Weight Room Orientations are offered regularly in a group session or can be booked one on one.

WEIGHT ROOM PROGRAMS

Golden Strength

This specialized small group class is for four participants ready to advance to the Weight room. With mutual encouragement and an uplifting environment, the program offers personalized guidance in strengthbased exercises using various equipment. Participants will enhance cardiovascular flow, range of motion, balance, and overall strength, boosting confidence for improved daily movements. Join now to unleash newfound strength, vitality, and confidence in your fitness journey!

Small Group Personal Training

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.

NEW! Weight Room for Beginners

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.

Weight Room Orientations:

Learn the basics of using the equipment plus tips on working out safely and effectively. 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@ westshorerecreation.ca.

• $23 Individual Orientation or $15 Group Orientation.

DROP-IN FITNESS CLASSES

6:15 AM Indoor Cycling* Indoor Cycling* Indoor Cycling*

8:30 AM Cycle 60

9:00 AM On the Ball Indoor Cycling* Indoor Cycling* Total Body Conditioning Indoor Cycling*

9:15 AM Total Body Conditioning 10:00 AM Total Body Conditioning Bootcamp 10:30 AM LIIT Workout*

5:00 PM Power Circuit Cycle Strength Power Circuit Cycle Strength

6:15 PM Functional Fit On the Ball

*45 minute class | **60 minute class $7.15 or use your 10x, 25x pass | 12 years + (Drop-in Fitness Classes)

Bootcamp

Bootcamp 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.

Cycle 60

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.

Cycle Strength

Enjoy an indoor cycling class and finish with an upper body strength workout for the ultimate balanced workout.

Indoor Cycling

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.

LIIT

Light up your fitness routine with Low intensity interval training (LIIT). LIIT consists of periods of low impact exercise performed in sets of intervals combined with longer periods of rest. Enjoy the benefits of cardiovascular and strength training to challenge to yourself without overtaxing your body. LIIT workout is both accessible and safe for a variety of different types of exercisers ideal for people who are older, new to exercise, or recovering from an injury.

On the Ball

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.

Power Circuit

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.

Functional Fitness

A well-rounded full body workout focusing on strength, agility, stability movements and flexibility using a variety of equipment, including free weights, body weight, TRX Trainers, bands and balls. Move through exercises involving multiple joints and muscle groups and movement planes to enhance full body function, strength, conditioning and core.

Total Body Conditioning

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.

Weight Room & Fitness

GROUP FITNESS

NEW! Hybrid Fitness Drop-in offerings (Dropin to a Registered Series)

Drop-in available for select** registered Fitness programs at hybrid fee $15/class. (Please pre-pay fee online or at reception before class. MUST show proof of payment to instructor)

50+ Strength and Stretch

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.

Body Sculpt*

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!

Core & Booty*

This class will focus on strengthening the core muscles and redefining the lower body though Pilates and Barre inspired exercises to tone and strengthen. All levels welcome.

Essentrics: Aging Backwards

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.

Essentrics: Stretch & Tone

The Essentrics workout quickly transforms the body through a dynamic and fluid combination of strengthening and stretching. Based on the science of eccentric movement, the muscles are challenged in a lengthened position, resulting in a long, lean and toned shape.

Fitness is

Golden

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.

Family Fitness*

6yrs+ Get your whole family moving and motivated in this fun fitness class. Get the heart rate up, develop strength, mobility, and condition using small equipment, and body weight. Work together and inspire a healthy active lifestyle for overall health and wellbeing. Guaranteed to cause a smile!

NEW! Baby & Me Fitness*

Join this total body workout designed to enhance strength and endurance, all while keeping your little ones or big ones by your side! This class welcomes all fitness levels and provides special modifications for postpartum bodies, ensuring everyone can participate comfortably. Come break a sweat and bond with your little one in a fun, encouraging setting!

Dance Fit Brazil

Temperatures will rise as you move to the rhythms of Samba, Funk and Forró! The quick beats and variety of dance styles will ofter a full body cardio workout to merge fitness with fun. Get ready to sweat to the sounds of Brazilian rhythms.

Together in Movement and Exercise (TIME)

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.

TRX Combo*

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. .

Zumba Gold

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. Drop in option available.

Aqua Zumba*

A perfect class for those looking to make a splash by adding a lowimpact, high-energy aquatic exercise to their 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. All levels welcome.

Generation Health Program

A FREE 9-week program to inspire healthier BC families. Learn how families with children ages 8-12 can make small changes to feel better inside and out and have fun doing it! Delivered in person for Spring 2025! Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8:30pm, April 2-May 28, Email or call to register today! info@generationhealth. ca or 1-888-650-3141.

YOUTH FITNESS

Regional Youth Weight Room Orientation

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.

NEW! Youth Tri-Cycle 11yrs+

Please change description to: This program is designed for youth looking to develop a foundation of fitness training in a fun and inclusive environment. This workout is the total package including cardio, strength & core. Combine 30 mins of indoor cycling with 15 min athletic strength intervals and 10 mins of core. All levels welcome.

Youth Strength & Conditioning 13-16yrs

This program is designed for youth that have completed the Regional Youth Weightroom Orientation and interested in expanding their knowledge of strength training in the Weightroom. Using strength machines, cables, free weights and bars, participants will gain the tools to create their own workout programs. They will learn foundational bodyweight and weightlifting movements, with a focus on proper form, technique, safety, and spotting. This program aims to develop strength and coordination skills that will benefit participants throughout their lives.

RUNNING & WALKING

JDF Trail Walkers

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.

Indoor (Concourse) Walking

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, climatecontrolled 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.

WELLNESS

NEW! Hybrid Wellness/Yoga Drop-in offerings

(Drop-in to a Registered Series)

Drop-in available at specialty yoga/wellness fee $18/class. (Please pre-pay fee online or at reception before class. MUST show proof of payment to instructor)

Aqua Yoga

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.

Easy Yoga

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.

Gentle Yoga

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.

Hatha Flow Yoga

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.

Pilates

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.

Relaxing Yoga

Relax and restore your mind and body in this class. 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.

Yogilates

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!

REHABILITATION:

Exercise Rehabilitation:

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.

$73/session

Kaitlyn Waring, Practicing Kinesiologist, Certified Athletic Therapist

For Personal Training and Rehab bookings:

Please fill out a request form found on our website and return to reception or contact us below.

Call 250-474-8617 or email kwaring@wspr.ca

All sessions will expire 6 months from the date of purchase. Please fill out a request form found on our website and return to reception or contact us below.

Aqua Therapy

This water therapy class is for people graduating from one-onone 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.

NEW! Better Balance

This class is designed for participants with arthritis, osteoporosis, joint replacement and other chronic conditions who want to get moving and feel better. Classes will combing low impact cardio, strength training, mobility and balance work.

Minds in Motion

Minds in Motion® is a fitness and social program for people living with any form of early stage dementia with a friend, family member or care partner. This program is offered in partnership with the Alzheimer Society of B.C. Gentle exercises are followed by social activities designed to be enjoyed in pairs. Care partners must attend.

TIME

Take Heart & Breathe Well Program

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)

$63/1 session

$171/3 sessions

$317/6 sessions

$488/10 sessions

Semi- Private Personal Training Sessions

(2 people: 1 hour)

$45/1 session

$113/3 sessions

$209/6 sessions

A Free 10 Week Program to Inspire Healthier BC Families

For families with kids ages 8-12. One parent/caregiver must attend.

Learn together about: Healthy Eating, Physical Activity, Screen Time & Sleep Routines.

Program includes: Q&As with health professionals, virtual cooking classes and community family physical activity access pass.

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Sports

CONTACT

Sport/ Youth Programmer

Liam Reid

lreid@wspr.ca

DROP-IN SPORTS

Basketball

All Ages

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.

Pickleball

Registration is mandatory for Pickleball. Register either online through www.wspr.ca or reception at 250-478-8384. Programs available for viewing now.

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.

EARLY YEARS

RICHARDSON SPORT

Multi-Sport

4-5 Years

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.

RICHARDSON SPORT

Basketball

4-5 Years

This high energy basketball program tailored to a younger age group 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.

SOCCER

SOCCERTRON

Soccertron

4-6 Years

During each session there are themed skills that the coaches target for development. All Soccertron coaches are eager to help each young player improve while having fun at the same time!

SCHOOL AGE

ARCHERY

PACIFIC ARCHERY ACADEMY Parents & Child Archery +8 Years

If you’re ever thought about archery this program is for you! Come learn the fundamentals that have propelled Archery to one of the fastest growing sports/lifestyle activities in the world. Pacific Archery Academy provides a safe and friendly environment where you can learn innovative techniques and shooting skills. All levels welcome, equipment is provided. Lots of fun!

PACIFIC ARCHERY ACADEMY

Youth Archery 9-17 Years

NEW! Advanced Youth Archery 9-17 Years

A continuation from the beginner classes. Advanced class picks up where the beginner class ends. Furthering your archery skills. For the more serious archer. Prerequisite is having completed the beginner class or approval from the coach.

MARTIAL ARTS

C.A.S.K. Kids Karate – Beginners 6-12 Years

Offering an introductory karate program, at CASK Karate we inspire students to expand their abilities mentally, physically, and emotionally. Learn traditional karate-do, including principles of self-defence, discipline, fitness, and fun! Students should be able to follow a 1 hr structured class environment.

C.A.S.K. Kids Karate

– Advanced 6-12 Years

Students graduate from the CASK Karate Beginner program on the recommendation of the instructor to continue in their Wado Karate training, learning an ongoing curriculum of advanced concepts and fitness.

RICHARDSON SPORT NEW!

Floor Hockey

6-9 Years

This high-energy program introduces your child to FUNdamental skills used in floor hockey. We will also teach a basic introduction to the rules of the game. Leaving competition on the sidelines, this program uses connections to your child’s world to teach the game. Our instructors will use games and positive reinforcement, to ensure that your child experiences the fun of playing and being in a comfortable and sporty environment.

RICHARDSON SPORT Multi-Sport

6-8 Years

This program will introduce your toddler to the developmental movement skills they need to be familiar with hockey, tennis, 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. Our instructors will use games and positive reinforcement, to ensure that your child experiences the fun of learning multi-sports in a comfortable sporty environment.

RICHARDSON SPORT

Basketball

6-9 Years

This high-energy program introduces your child to FUNdamental skills used in basketball. We will also teach a basic introduction to the rules of the game. Leaving competition on the sidelines, this program uses connections to your child’s world to teach the sport. Our instructors will use games and positive reinforcement, to ensure that your child experiences the fun of playing and being in a comfortable and sporty environment.

SOCCER

SOCCERTRON Soccertron 7-12 Years

Join Soccertron for fun soccer sessions that focus on the FUNdamentals. Progressive skills are taught using fun games, drills, and scrimmages under the supervision of Soccertron’s enthusiastic coaches.

OUTDOORS

Kids Can Ride

7-10 Years

Lifelong habits start at a young age. The sooner kids are taught safe bike handling skills, the sooner they develop confidence riding their bikes. This course helps kids develop safe cycling habits and bike handling skills through a series of fun games and activities. The introductory course covers topics such as the parts of the bike and how to maintain them, bike handling and maneuvering, starting and stopping, signalling, avoiding hazards, and more. Please note that kids entering our courses should be able to ride a bike without training wheels.

ARCHERY

PACIFIC ARCHERY ACADEMY

Youth Archery

9-17 Years

NEW Advanced Youth Archery

9-17 Years

MARTIAL ARTS

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

NEW C.A.S.K Youth/Adult Karate

13+ Years

This class is a co-ed program, offering beginner Wado Karate training. In this program, physical fitness (ie. flexibility, strength, stamina) are practiced in a very scientific and progressive manner, while learning basic karate technique. Self defense is also emphasized.

Junior BJJ 9-14 Years

This jiu-jitsu program emphasizes having fun and training safely! All abilities are welcome. Students will learn foundational jiujitsu movements which improve body awareness, balance, and coordination, as well as build confidence. Jiu-jitsu is great for learning boundaries and for enjoying rough and tumble play. Students will participate in fun drills and games which gradually introduce them to the techniques and skills required in Brazilian JiuJitsu. A gi (kimono) is optional.

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.

DROP-IN

Basketball

All Ages

Come shoot hoops on the Indoor Sports Floor! All ages and abilities welcome. Unsupervised open gym time - basketballs not provided. Only $2.00 for Youth!

*Participants under 12 years must be accompanied by someone at least 16 years of age.*

Program Cancelled?

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.

ADULT

ARCHERY

PACIFIC ARCHERY ACADEMY

Adult Archery

17+ Years

PACIFIC ARCHERY ACADEMY

NEW! Advanced Adult Archery

17+ Years

REX SPORTS

Rex Roundnet 16+ Years

Rex Sports Spikeball League is a 2-on-2 coed, open format Roundnet league played on Spikeball Pro nets. 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. $140/team. Team Captain pays for both players at registration.

MARTIAL ARTS

NEW C.A.S.K Youth/Adult Karate

13+ Years

Adult Drop-In No-Gi Jiu Jitsu

14+

Years

This jiu-jitsu class is intended for beginners, but all abilities are welcome. We emphasize safety, having fun and getting a good workout! Anyone 14+ are welcome! The classes will introduce participants to the fundamentals of Brazilian jiu-jitsu, which are great for improving balance, coordination, and body awareness, and for building confidence. There will be some time in each class for rolling (this means sparring in jiu-jitsu). Students are encouraged to roll only if they feel comfortable doing so. This is a no-gi class (gi means kimono). This means that no kimono or uniform is required for this class.

Aikido Introduction 13+ Years

Aikido

Advanced 13+ Years

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 - 7 Dan Renshi, 250-885-2000 or visit www.iaido.ca.

PICKLEBALL

Pickleball 101: Adult Intro to Pickleball 16+ Years

Intended for those new to Pickleball. Participants learn through practice and play the following basics to get them started: Paddle play; Equipment & Set Up; Rules & Lingo; Scoring in play. Paddles provided.

Pickleball 102: Intermediate Pickleball Fun & Fundamentals 16+ Years

Intended to build a foundation of skills for recreational game play. Participants learn active routines for practice drills at the net, transition zone and baseline that develop footwork and improve strokes for game play. Paddles can be provided.

Pickleball 201: Skills, Drills, and Play 16+ Years

Intended for recreational participants who appreciate the benefit of drill routines in the development of various shots: serve, return of serve, dink, drop shot, drive and lob and partner strategy.

Basketball

All Ages

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. *

No-Gi Jiu Jitsu

14+ Years

Pickleball Drop-in Reservations

Reserve a spot in a drop-in pickleball games. “Everyone Welcome” and “Advanced +3.0” sessions are offered. All equipment is provided. Reservations required. Register either online through www.wspr.ca or reception at 250-478-8384.

Pickleball Court Reservations

Reserve a court for your pickleball group! Up to 6 people may be a part of the group (the reserver and up to 5 guests). Session can be booked up to 14 days in advance. Pickleballs, paddles, nets are provided.

*Participants are responsible for set-up and take-down of nets. Key for net storage must be signed out from reception. *

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 15,300 local kids have been helped off the sidelines and onto the playing field by KidSport Greater Victoria, with over $3,800,000 in season-of-sport registration fees.

If you’re in a position to give, through funds or time, please contact us.

Elevate Your Fitness Journey

ACCESSIBILITY IN THE POOL:

The pool deck offers three wheelchairs of various sizes that can be used by patrons in the changerooms or be pushed right into the leisure pool via the access ramp. To access the main pool we have a hand crank chair lift that lowers into the shallow end or an overhead sling lift that can lowered in the deep end. The overhead sling lift can also access the leisure pool or hot tub for those wanting to use those pools. In our universal changeroom we have two accessibility stalls with a shower, sink and toilet, that are equipped with adult size change beds as well as overhead lifts that are available to use.

Rehab an injury, improve your conditioning and find freedom in your workout.

Our fitness studio offers the perfect sanctuary for tailored workouts at your pace. Get your heart-rate up on a spin bike or channel your inner boxer with our flexible boxing area. Stretch away tension with space and privacy, or work on your form on your self-guided workouts using free weights. With the freedom to design your routine, our studio ensures a spacious and calm fitness experience.

Accessibility equipment is essential for ensuring that all individuals, regardless of physical abilities, can engage in effective cardiovascular exercise, strength training, and flexibility exercises. Our weightroom has specialized equipment such as:

• 3 NuStep’s

• Recumbent bikes

• Upper body ergometer

• Sci Fit upper and lower body ergometer with a removable seat for wheelchair accessibility

• Raised wide platform bench to do exercises and stretches on without getting on the ground

• Resistance bands

• Cable machines with various handle attachments

The weightroom also has wide pathways in between the equipment for easy maneuverability and automatic doors to welcome you.

By incorporating these adaptive features, we create a welcoming environment that promotes fitness and well-being for everyone.

Work with our experienced and qualified Kinesiologists and Athletic Therapist with an individual session in the weightroom or pool! Individual sessions may be suitable for individuals with chronic conditions, muscle and joint pain, pre- and post surgery, and anyone wanting to improve their overall physical health.

Childcare CENTRE

CONTACT

Preschool & Daycare

Alexandra Matthew amatthew@wspr.ca

After School Care

Bailee Midgley bmidgley@wspr.ca

West Shore Parks & Recreation’s vision is to inspire its community to Move. Learn. Play for life!

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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2024/2025 Registration is ongoing

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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Currently FULL Wailist is ongoing

CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

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.

2025/2026 Registration

Current families: Feb 12-21, 2025

New Families: Feb 27, 2025 onwards

Registration online at www.wspr.ca

CHILD CARE SUBSIDY

We accept families receiving Child Care Subsidy.

For information contact the accounts receivable clerk at accounting@wspr.ca

2025/2026 Registration

Current families March 5-17

New families April 14 onwards

CANCELLATION POLICY

Withdrawals require a minimum of one months written notice.

* For Sept 2025 withdrawal notice must be given by July 1st, 2025

FEES AND INFORMATION

$231/2.5 hour party duration.

The booking includes 2.5 hours of time inclusively and Only the 5 and Under Bouncy Castle Party includes a party host. The Birthday Party Booking Packages are based on a maximum of 20 guests.

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.

• 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 14 days’ notice for party cancellations or full charges will apply.

• Only limited birthday parties will be available in July and August.

Enquire for Customized Parties

• If you are interested in booking a party outside these times or a room only booking, please contact bookings@wspr.ca

5 AND UNDER

BOUNCY CASTLE PARTY

(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. Our Bouncy Castle is provided for the little ones (max age of 5yrs) but not suitable for older children or adults. An assortment of 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.

SCHOOL AGE

DODGEBALL / BASKETBALL

(ISC2- Langford)

12:30-3:00pm

Run out the energy in the ISC 2 paying your selection of Dodge Ball, Basketball or bring your own sports equipment. We ask please no wooden hockey sticks, as they damage the floor. Then take the group up to the Langford Room for snacks and presents.

SWIM PARTIES

1:00-3:00 in the Pool

3:00-4:00pm 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 20ppl. Additional swimmers may not be permitted based on daily pool capacities.

BC Pool Guidelines Ratio for Young Children 1 adult in the water to 3 children under 7 years old. (Max 15 Children and 5 adults)

CONTACT

Reception for specific programs reception@wspr.ca 250-478-8384

Arena & Event Programmer

Erin Pirot

epirto@wspr.ca

TURF

PARTIES (ISC Turf-Youth Room)

1:30-4:00pm Saturday Only

Perfect space for your sports loving 6-18 year old to run and have some fun. WSPR can provide nets and soccer balls, but we do not have lacrosse sticks at this time. Feel free to bring your own equipment or alternatively use the space to bring in a BIG Bouncy Castle for everyone to enjoy. Please contact bookings@wspr.ca if you are supplying a bouncy castle.

You can use other companies if 7 days prior to the event they provide us with the Certificate of Insurance naming West Shore Parks & Recreation Society as additional insured, minimum liability $5 million. Please contact bookings@wspr.ca if you plan on bringing in a bouncy castle to your party.

ASPIRING ARTISTS ART PARTIES

5+ Years

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: $250

LOCATION: CENTENNIAL CENTRE

Early Years

0 – 5 Years

CONTACT

Preschool & Daycare

Alexandra Matthew amatthew@wspr.ca

Arts & Culture

Lisa Lehive

llehive@wspr.ca

Book a private workshop or your next field trip at our art studio!

Customize your art experience in our Aspiring Artists Art Studio. We can create a workshop tailored just for you and your family, build a home learners art course or field trips for schools, daycares, Guides, Scouts and more! From painting to sculpting, our art studio is a great space to introduce art to your group. Our knowledgeable instructor will educate and engage children in an unforgettable experience. We also offer instruction in your classroom – we can come to you and brin gall the necessary supplies! Contact llehive@wspr.ca for more information.

ASPIRING ARTISTS ART STUDIO

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.

VISUAL ARTS

ASPIRING ARTISTS

Art Explorers

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

Abracadabra Mixed Media

Class

4-7 Years

In this magic inspired class, kids will sculpt a rabbit out of a hat, build a magic wand and create a magically appearing artwork.

ASPIRING ARTISTS

Pottery Workshops

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: Heart Bowls, Puppy Love, Funky Frogs, Bumble Bees, Chicks & Bunnies Easter Baskets

ASPIRING ARTISTS

Family Painting Workshops

4-12 Years, plus one adult

Join us in the studio for these step-by-step workshops to create your very own painting. Workshop themes include:

Northern Lights Neon Glow * Join us in the studio as we turn out the lights for this neon glow painting workshop!

Butterfly Canvas

ASPIRING ARTISTS

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: Monogram Mugs, Candy Containers, Eggcellent Containers, Garden Planters

SPORTS

Sports programs have moved to their own section on page 20

PERFORMING ARTS

DANCE & MOVEMENT

Tots in Tights

2-3 Years

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.

Ballet & Jazz

3-5 Years

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.

Dance Sampler

3-5 Years

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.

Hip Hop

3-5 Years

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.

MUSIC Music Together®

Birth-5 Years

Music Together® is an internationally recognized music and movement program for children birth-5yrs and their parents and caregivers. Mixed-age classes provide developmentally appropriate, rich music experiences that support and respect the unique learning styles of young children. Come sing, play, laugh, dance, learn, and have fun with us! $210 fee for the first child includes: CD and digital downloads, online access to the Family Music Zone, a beautifully illustrated songbook, and a parent resource guide for new families. A sibling can be registered for $145 by calling WSPR Reception at 250-478-8384. Siblings under 9 months as of the date of the first class attend free. *For program information, please contact Music Together Victoria at musictogethervictoria@gmail. com.

Winter Session: Drum Collection

Spring Session: Tambourine Collection

Preschool Piano

2.5-5 Years

A creative and fun approach to learning about music and the keyboard while developing good technique, rhythm and basic note reading and composing skills. Each class is tailored to the needs of different age groups.

*Semi-private lessons (max of 3 children) are also available for this age group.

LESSONS – EARLY YEARS

Bright Beginnings 2-3 Years

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.

PARENT & CHILD DROP-IN

NEW! Stay & Play Social

0-2.5 Years

This new drop-in program will be a great time for your little ones while meeting new friends. We will have stations for play, arts & crafts, ride-on tiny cars, singsongs and a coffee station for the adults.

SPRING BREAK CAMPS

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.

Spring Into Action Camp 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 and much more make this week fun and full of adventure.

STAY CONNECTED

Program Cancelled?

School Aged

CONTACT

STEM/ Outdoors

Bobbi Neal

bneal@wspr.ca

Arts & Culture

Lisa Lehive llehive@wspr.ca

Book a private workshop or your next field trip at our art studio!

ASPIRING ARTISTS ART STUDIO

VISUAL ARTS

ASPIRING ARTISTS

Fun With Fabric

7-12 Years

In each of these classes’ kids will explore a different aspect of the wide world of fabric arts.

Workshop themes include: Doughnuts & Sweet Treat Stuffies, April Showers & 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

Fantastical Fairytales – Winter Wonders

6-10 Years

In this season's fairytale class artists will use clay to build a snowy castle with an icy glass moat and hand sew a yeti stuffie.

ASPIRING ARTISTS

Fantastical Fairytales –Knights & Princesses

6-10 Years

In this class kids will use paint and polymer clay to create their own knight or princess artworks.

ASPIRING ARTISTS

Cartoon Characters Drawing Class

8-13 Years

Explore both sculpting with polymer clay and watercolour paints in these fun onehour workshops. Workshop themes include: Year of the Snake, Valentine’s Cards, Bookworm Bookmarks, Easter Fun 6 – 12Years

Join us in this exploratory class as we draw different human and animal characters, facial expressions, and poses.

ASPIRING ARTISTS

Crazy About Colour - Rad Rainbows

7-12 Years

For those artists who love colour! In this class we'll explore a variety of art media while learning how to use all the colours of the rainbow to create amazing artworks.

ASPIRING ARTISTS

Lucky Leprechaun Fairy Door Workshop

7-12 Years

Follow the rainbow! Join us for this magical workshop where kids will use polymer clay to create their very own leprechaun themed fairy door.

ASPIRING ARTISTS

Paint and Polymer Clay Workshops

6-11 Years

Pottery for Home Learners

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.

ASPIRING ARTISTS

Pottery Workshops

8-13 Years

Get ready for some fun with mud! Children will learn some basic hand building techniques and then glaze their one-of-a-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:

Starry Night Lanterns, Colour Burst Glazed Dragons

ASPIRING ARTISTS

Family Painting Workshops

4-12 Years, plus one adult

Join us in the studio for these step-by-step workshops to create your very own painting.

Workshop themes include:

Northern Lights Neon Glow * Join us in the studio as we turn out the lights for this neon glow painting workshop!, Butterfly Canvas

ASPIRING ARTISTS

Family Pottery Workshops

4-12 Years, plus one adult

Workshop themes include:

Monogram Mugs, Candy Containers, Egg-cellent Containers, Garden Planters

PERFORMING ARTS

DRAMA & MOVEMENT

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.

Hip Hop

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.

MUSIC

Piano

7-12 Years

A creative fun approach to learning about music and the keyboard while developing good technique, rhythm and basic note reading and composing skills. Each class is tailored to the needs of different age groups.

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. Maximum of 3 children.

Guitar 7-12 Years

Guitar instruction in a fun class setting. Introduction will cover reading music (standard Notation and TAB), tuning methods, basic chords and finger strengthening exercises that will give students the tools to play simple songs from rock to classical.

CULINARY ARTS

Cooking for Fun

7-12 Years

Come learn to cook introductory snacks, meals, and treats! Learning basic cooking and baking skills like following a recipe and measuring ingredients, Cooking for Fun offer the chance for kids to learn independence in the kitchen in a safe environment.

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

Engineering for Kids: HomeschoolersEngineering 103

6-10 Years

Join us in an exploration of our most modern types of engineering. Learn how to use technology to develop your own solutions to virtual and real problems. In this tech-focused course, students will learn the basics of electrical, computer, software, and hardware engineering, while completing an engineering project each week!

Engineering for Kids: HomeschoolersEngineering Design Club

6-8 Years

Do you have what it takes to be an engineer? Come and join our Engineering Design Club! Each session, you and your team will use the engineering design process to design, build, and test projects that explore 4 different engineering problems. By the end of the club, you’ll have all the skills you need to start your engineering journey!

Engineering

for Kids: Jr.

Civil Engineering

5-7 Years

Prepare to dive into the fascinating world of construction and design through hands-on exploration. Discover the secrets of towering skyscrapers, magnificent bridges, and much more. Get ready to design, build, and create!

Engineering for Kids: Jr. Coding & Games with ScratchJr

5-7 Years

Turn your favourite camp games virtual! Using ScratchJr, students will learn the basics of coding and create virtual versions of popular camp games, such as tag, dodgeball, and much more! Once the program ends, continue your ScratchJr journey at home by downloading the free app on your laptop or tablet!

Engineering for Kids: Civil Engineering

8-12

Years

During this program, students use the Engineering Design Process to design, create, test, and refine bridges and buildings designed to withstand the greatest force. They also examine various designs and discover how the forces of tension, compression, bending, torsion, and shear are distributed throughout those structures.

Engineering for Kids: App Building with Bitsbox

8-12 Years

Have you ever wondered how the apps and games on your phone or tablet are created? Would you like to learn how to make those yourself? This class is for you! Join us as we learn the basics of written code and have fun creating and programming our own apps and games!

LEADERSHIP AND TRAINING

Home Alone 10-14 Years

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.

STAY CONNECTED

Program Cancelled?

PRO D DAY:

LICENSED

Licensed Pro-D Day - Kindergarten & Grade 1

5-6 Years

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 Pro D Dates Feb. 14/Apr. 11/May 12)

Licensed Pro-D Day - Grades 2-5

7-10 Years

(SD 62 Pro D Dates Feb. 14/Apr. 11/May 12)

SPORT

Active Play 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.

(SD 62 Pro D Dates Feb. 14/Apr. 11/May 12)

OUTDOORS

Pro D Horseback Riding Camp

6-14 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. Feb 14, April 11, May 12

VISUAL ARTS

Aspiring Artists: Pro-D Days

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.

Feb 14, April 11

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

Engineering for Kids: Jr. Minecraft - Medieval Defense

6-8 Years

Gear up for an exhilarating day! Dive into the mesmerizing Minecraft universe, where teamwork and ingenuity rule! Use your engineering prowess to defend your castle from Medieval threats and get ready to engineer the unimaginable in a day packed with fun and excitement!

Feb 14

Engineering

8-12 Years

for

Kids: Minecraft & 3Doodlers

Step into the extraordinary realm of Minecraft and unlock the wonders of engineering with your team. Build, craft, and complete challenges using teamwork and ingenuity! In the afternoon, get ready to unleash your inner artist as we print our own designs with our 3D printing pens. How much can you design in one day?

April 11

CAMP

LICENSED

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.

Spring Break Camp Gr 2-5

7-10 Years

INCLUSION INTAKE

Spring Break Inclusion Intake

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

SPORT

Active Play Camp

6-11 Years

SOCCERTRON

Full Day Soccertron 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.

SOCCERTRON

Half Day Socertron Camp

6-9 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.

SOCCERTRON

Half Day Soccertron Camp 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.

RICHARDSON SPORTS

Full Day Multi-Sport Camp

6-9 Years

This camp is designed to give children a positive first interaction with 10 sports. Children will acquire skills to go out and use in sports such as 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.

RICHARDSON SPORTS

Morning Half Day Multi-Sport Camp

3-5 Years

RICHARDSON SPORTS

Afternoon Half Day Multi-Sport Camp

3-5 Years

OUTDOORS

Spring Break Forest School Camp

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/

Week 1 Mar 17-21

Spring Break Horseback Riding Camp

6-16 Years

Week 1 Mar 17-19

Week 2 Mar 24-26

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

ASPIRING YOUNG ARTIST Spring Break Camp

6-8 Years

Artists will explore cool mediums and techniques including watercolours, sketching and much more! In addition to learning about arts and crafts campers will spend time outdoors participating in fun games and activities.

Artist: Georgia O-Keeffe

March 17-21

ASPIRING YOUNG ARTISTS: Spring Break Camp

9-12 Years

Artist: Georgia O-Keeffe

March 24-28

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 day of camp.

March 17-21 and March 24-28

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!

March 17-21

PJ MUSIC STUDIOS

Rock Band and Guitar Camp

7-12 Years

Choose from bass guitar, electric guitar, piano and drum set. Campers will learn rhythm and theory for their instrument and to play in sync with each other. In the afternoon, learn to play the guitar with friends! Explore reading music, basic chords, single string playing with basic classical technique, and ear training. For beginner and continuing guitarists.

March 24-28

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

ENGINEERING FOR KIDS

Engineering

Park

8-12 Years

for Kids: Jr. Minecraft - Amusement

Love amusement parks? Love Minecraft? This camp is for you! Each day will bring its share of real-world engineering and teamwork challenges as you build your very own amusement park from scratch! We’ll also spend part of the day doing art, science, and engineering projects and playing fun outdoor games!

March 17 -21

Engineering for Kids: Minecraft - Mini Games

6-8 Years

What makes games fun? In this camp, students will learn fundamentals of game design while playing minigames in Minecraft. Time permitting, students may even have the opportunity to build their own Minecraft minigame as a team. We’ll also spend part of the day doing art, science, and engineering projects and playing fun outdoor games!

March 24-28

Youth

School Aged

CONTACT

Sport/ Youth Programmer

Liam Reid

lreid@wspr.ca

Arts & Culture

Lisa Lehive

llehive@wspr.ca

Youth

Monday Night – Game of the Week - FREE

3:00-6:00PM

Enjoy gaming? Come drop-in at The Shore on Monday evenings for our Game of the Week! Focusing on strategy and action games, there’s a game for everyone! Youth are welcome to bring their own controllers or mobile devices depending on the game. Drop-in anytime between 3:00-6:00pm

Wednesday Night

The Shore & Skate

Wednesdays are for skating at The Shore. Youth can attend out public skate for just $2.00, with rentals only costing another $2.00. Our youth room open from 3:00-8:00pm for plenty of games, snacks, and more!

3:00-8:00PM - Youth Room Open – FREE

6:30-7:20PM - Public Skate - $2.00 admission + $2.00 rentals.

Thursday Night

Drop-in at Centennial Centre:

3:15-5:00 PM – Art Drop-in

5:00-6:15 PM – Games, snacks and pizza!

6:15-7:15 PM – Dance & Movement

Friday Nights

6:30 – 8:00 PM: Youth Swim, three youth staff present.

7:30 – 9:00 PM: Indoor Sports Complex and Youth Room will be open with three youth staff monitoring

6 – 12Years

11 – 17 Years

LEADERSHIP AND TRAINING

Babysitter’s Course

11-18 Years

A certified Red Cross program for prospective babysitters. This comprehensive course will include the basics for babysitting, safety procedures and activities for young children, steps to handle emergencies and more.

Home Alone

10-14 Years

Cooking for Fun 7-12 Years

BOARD GAMES

Dungeons & Dragons Club

12-18 Years

Looking for adventure? Do you have a passion for storytelling, and a love for fantasy? Look no further! Welcome to The Shore’s Dungeons & Dragons club! Join our Dungeon Master on a campaign and explore and let your imagination run wild in a world of magic, monsters, and endless adventure! So, grab your dice, prepare your character sheet, and get ready to join our guild! - No experience necessary!

First Aid Programs on page 40

First Aid Programs 16+ Years

Details on Page 50

SPORTS

Sports programs have moved to their own section on page 22

Youth

MONDAY

3:00-6:00PM* GAME OF THE WEEK The Shore at JDF FREE

TUESDAY

3:00-5:00PM* BASKETBALL* JDF Rec Centre $2

WEDNESDAY

3:00-7:30PM

6:30-7:20PM THE SHORE & SKATE ($2 Rentals) The Shore at JDF JDF Arena FREE $2

THURSDAY

3:15-5:00PM ART Centennial Centre (2805 Carlow Rd.) FREE

5:00-6:15PM GAMES, SNACKS & PIZZA Centennial Centre FREE

6:15-7:15PM DANCE & MOVEMENT Centennial Centre FREE FRIDAY

3:00-6:30PM* BASKETBALL* JDF Rec Centre FREE

3:00-4:30PM LEGO GROUP The Shore at JDF FREE

6:30-8:00PM

7:30-9:00PM SWIMMING & THE SHORE JDF Pool The Shore at JDF $2 FREE

SATURDAY

4:30-6:30PM* BASKETBALL* JDF Rec Centre $2 SUNDAY

10:30AM-12PM* BASKETBALL* JDF Rec Centre $2

View all schedules and programming at wspr.ca > Explore/Book our Programs > Youth.

THE SHORE is the ultimate haven for youth ages 11-18. it is a community where awesome young minds will find a safe place to kick back, hang out and just be themselves.

The Shore & Skate

Join us at The Shore for board games, video games or just some time to hang out, then cruise the ice at the JDF arena to let loose.

Game of the Week!

Come Drop-in at The Shore on Tuesday evenings for our Game of the Week! Focusing on strategy and action games, there’s a game for everyone! Youth are welcome to bring their own controllers or mobile devices depending on the game. Snacks provided!

Lego Group: A Safe Haven for 2SLGBTQI+ Youth

LEGO Group is a flexible, confidential space for youth exploring their identities to relax, make friends, enjoy snacks, and play games. Come build connections with us at LEGO Group! Facilitated by a Youth and Family Counsellor from Pacific Centre Family Services Association.

The Shore & $2 Swim

Come join us for lots of fun at the youth-only swim, then games and activities in the Indoor Sports Complex and The Shore (youth room). Different themes, special events and snacks provided.

$2 Drop-in Basketball*

Shoot some hoops on the indoor sports floor at JDF in these unsupervised sessions. All abilities welcome; please bring your own basketball. *Schedule is subject to change. Scan the code > for current programming.

Thrifty Foods Skatepark at WSPR

Bring your wheels of choice and have a blast in the new all-wheels park. Open dawn until dusk daily. Free for all!

Thursday Nights at CC

The Shore, JDF’s youth drop-in space, has expanded to Centennial Centre! Art, dance, movement, games, snacks and hangouts await the creative youth of the Westshore.

Hosted by youth staff, The Shore is a safe haven for youth to come and just be themselves.

Grade 6+

Art Drop-In

Spruce Room (Centennial Centre - 2805 Carlow Rd.)

Do you love to paint, sculpt, print, sew, or draw? Then join us in the art studio for our new Thursday night youth drop in where a variety of art materials will be provided for an evening of creative art making.

Dance & Movement Drop-In

Oak Room (Centennial Centre - 2805 Carlow Rd.)

Join our dance instructor on Thursdays to learn some new moves, participate in movement games and listen to some great tunes! Not ready to dance yet? We will have bracelet making available as well.

Adult

CONTACT

Reception for specific programs reception@wspr.ca 250-478-8384

Arts & Culture

Lisa Lehive llehive@wspr.ca

VISUAL ARTS

Pencil Portraits

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.

Watercolours

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.

P OTTERY PROGRAMS

Open Studio Time and Drop In Pottery (10 Visit Pass)

*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

Pottery Orientation

An orientation is required for all those who are new to the studio and wish to use the studio for Open Studio Time or Drop In Pottery. Previous pottery experience required.

Beginners Pottery Level 1

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.

Beginners Pottery Level 2 - Throwing

For beginners who are ready to explore some advanced techniques in the studio. Enjoy and learn advanced throwing techniques from our skilled pottery instructor.

Beginners Pottery Level 3 - Throwing

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.

Pottery Night

Join us for two creative evenings where you will explore different throwing techniques. This two-class workshop is designed for beginners, and you will create at least two items to take home. Total course fee includes all materials.

Private and Semi-Private Pottery Lessons and Workshops

Join our experienced instructor at the 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, our instructor can guide you through a wonderful lesson. For more information and to book, please email llehive@wspr.ca.

SPORTS

Sports programs have moved to their own section on page 24

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

Pottery Orientation

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.

PERFORMING ARTS

DANCE & MOVEMENT

Ballroom Dance – your way to good health (7 options listed below)

Looking for a fun and social activity that enhances your physical, mental and emotional well-being? Look no further, ballroom dancing is the answer. Ballroom dance improves balance, coordination and strength, cognitive function, relieves stress, is an outlet to express oneself artistically and emotionally, and fosters social connection and community. It’s the ideal activity for couples to enjoy together, and a great way to meet and make new friends. As this is an activity that requires two people dancing together, please be sure to register with a partner.

Wedding Day Dancing - 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.

Salsa - A great club dance that is fast, fun and flirtatious. Features breaks, spins & solo moves called ‘shines’ and danced to modern popular Latin music. We will start out slowly with the basic patterns and gradually increase the tempo and your repertoire.

Tango - The original and authentic Tango from Argentina. An intimate and romantic style of dancing full of drama and passion. We’ll start with the most basic of patterns and techniques so this dance is suitable for dancers of all levels, including beginners.

Nightclub Slow Dancing - Many social gatherings include music for dancing, such as weddings, office parties, holiday celebrations and cruises. When the slow, romantic love songs come on, rather than sit on the sidelines, wouldn’t it be better to get up and dance with your significant other? Nightclub Slow Dancing is a style of couples dancing that includes several easy figures making for a very relaxing and flexible style of dancing together.

Introduction to Swing - 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.

Intermediate Swing - 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.

Line Dancing - Love to dance but no partner at present? There are a number of easy and fun ballroom, latin & swing line dances for which no partner is required so you can enjoy moving to the music on the dance floor. It’s a great way get some mild exercise in a safe and social setting.

MUSIC

Semi-Private Piano for Adults

If you want to learn the basics, revisit the piano or work on polishing your skills this is the class for you. A creative fun approach to learning about music and the keyboard while developing good technique, rhythm and basic note reading and composing skills. Maximum of 3 people.

Adult

LIFELONG LEARNING

RED CROSS FIRST AID TRAINING

West Shore Parks & Recreation has partnered with the Metchosin Fire Department to bring Red Cross first aid training closer to you! Enjoy training in a newly renovated facility just 7 minutes from Royal Bay and 15 minutes from the Juan de Fuca Recreation Centre. No need to travel downtown—get certified right here in the West Shore! Convenient. Local. Lifesaving.

Standard First Aid Course

12+ Years

This comprehensive two-day course equips participants with essential lifesaving skills, focusing on injury prevention, emergency response, and first aid management. Topics include CPR, AED usage, wound care, medical emergencies, and more. Suitable for workplace or personal development, this course meets national certification standards.

Ebook included in course. Print copy available at training for $10/ each. Empower yourself with the skills to save lives!

Certification: Red Cross Standard First Aid with CPR-C and AED (valid for 3 years)

Standard First Aid – Blended Learning

12+ Years

This flexible learning option combines online instruction with inperson training to provide comprehensive first aid and CPR skills. Participants complete an engaging self-paced online module, followed by a hands-on classroom session focused on practical skill application, including CPR, AED use, wound care, and emergency response. Ebook included in course. Print copy available at training for purchase. Learn at your own pace and gain the confidence to respond in emergencies!

Format: Blended (online + in-person)

Certification: Red Cross Standard First Aid with CPR-C and AED (valid for 3 years)

Emergency First Aid Course

12+ Years

This one-day course provides participants with essential lifesaving skills for responding to common medical emergencies. Topics include CPR, AED usage, bleeding control, and injury management, making it ideal for workplace requirements or personal preparedness. Ebook included in course. Print copy available at training for purchase. Be prepared to make a difference when it matters most!

Certification: Red Cross Emergency First Aid with CPR-C and AED (valid for 3 years)

Emergency First Aid – Blended Learning 12+ Years

This convenient course combines self-paced online learning with an in-person practical session, equipping participants with essential first aid and CPR skills. Topics include CPR, AED usage, and managing common medical emergencies, making it perfect for workplace requirements or personal readiness. Ebook included in course. Print copy available at training for purchase. Flexible, efficient, and empowering—learn at your own pace and build confidence in responding to emergencies!

Format: Blended (online + in-person)

Certification: Red Cross Emergency First Aid with CPR-C and AED (valid for 3 years)

CPR-C First Aid – Blended Learning

This flexible course combines online self-paced learning with an in-person practical session to equip participants with life-saving CPR skills. Topics include adult, child, and infant CPR, AED usage, and choking response. Perfect for workplace requirements or personal preparedness. Ebook included in course. Print copy available at training for purchase. Gain confidence and skills to respond to emergencies—learn at your own pace!

Format: Blended (online + in-person)

Certification: Red Cross CPR-C and AED (valid for 3 years)

A Perfect Place to Work, and Play!

Looking for a change, to make a difference, or looking to start your career in recreation join our extraordinary team! Join our inclusive work environment and receive competitive wages, great benefits, and free golf, weightroom and pool access!

West Shore Parks & Recreation operates 7 days a week, and employees may be required to work days, weekends, evenings and statutory holidays to meet operational requirements.

West Shore Parks & Recreation Society (WSPRS) is pleased to offer a comprehensive benefit package for Regular Full-time and Part-time employees, and 14% in lieu of benefits coverage for Auxiliary employees.

All employees are offered a complimentary pass to our facility for drop in use of the weight room, pool, skating rink and some drop in fitness classes. Limited use of the golf course is also included with the facility pass.

ADMINISTRATION

Administrator Grant Brown

Administrative/Marketing Assistant

Manager of Human Resources

Human Resources Assistant

Human Resources Generalist

250-474-8607

Tiffany Moore

April Luchinski

Teresa Janisch

Amy Johnston

Manager of Finance & Administration Wei Wu

Systems Specialist

Communications

Facility Bookings

Arena/Sport Bookings

OPERATIONS

Manager of Operations

Parks Supervisor

Maintenance Supervisor

PROGRAMS & SERVICES

Manager of Recreation

Arena & Events Coordinator Events, Arena User Groups, JDF Golf Course

Arena & Events Programmer Arena, Events

Arena Program Assistant

Aquatic Coordinator

Aquatic Programmer

Aquatic Program Assistant

Fitness Coordinator

Wellness & Fitness Program Assistant

Chantelle Bremner

Simon Miles

Hope Peden

Glen Klassen

Ron Dietrich

gbrown@wspr.ca

250-474-8610 tnoore@wspr.ca

250-474-8623 aluchinski@wspr.ca

250-478-8384 ex 2250 tjanisch@wspr.ca

250-474-8613 ajohnston@wspr.ca

250-474-8605 wwu@wspr.ca

250-474-8695 cbremner@wspr.ca

250-474-8601 smiles@wspr.ca

250-474-8611 bookings@wspr.ca

250-474-8626 sportbookings@wspr.ca

250-474-8602 rdietrich@wspr.ca

Bryan Wood 250-478-3133 bwood@wspr.ca

Justin fischer 250-474-8615 jfischer@wspr.ca

Geoff Welham 250-474-8655 gwelham@wspr.ca

Rob Wilson 250-474-8604 rwilson@wspr.ca

Erin Pirot

Alex Scott

Carly Nurmsoo

250-474-8637 epirot@wspr.ca

250-474-8637 ascott@wspr.ca

250-474-8680 cnurmsoo@wspr.ca

Hamish Babin 250-474-8634 hbabin@wspr.ca

Alisa Stutt

250-474-8616 astutt@wspr.ca

Shekinah Landry 250-474- slandry@wspr.ca

Krista Enderud 250-474-8694 kenderud@wspr.ca

Kaitlyn Waring 250-474-8617 kwaring@wspr.ca

Recreation Coordinator Nicky Brown 250-474-8606 nbrown@wspr.ca

Recreation Programmer Arts & Culture Programs, Camps

Recreation Programmer Community Development, Adult and Camps

Recreation Programmer Licensed, Preschool Programs and Daycare

Recreation Program Assistant After School Care, Summer Camps

Recreation Programmer-Acting Afterschool Care Programs

Youth & Sports Programmer Youth, Sports Programs

Lisa Lehive cc 250-474-8625 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

Bailee Midgley 250-474-8640 bmidgley@wspr.ca

Liam Reid

250-474-8641 lreid@wspr.ca CC – Centennial Centre

CONTACT

INFORMATION

Phone: 250-474-8618

Email: jdfseniors@shaw.ca

Website: jdfseniors.weebly.com

OFFICE HOURS

Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM

MEMBERSHIP ELIGIBILITY

Age 55 or over.

Please visit the website for holiday hours and closures.

Programs Offered

Cost: Membership Fee + Supplies Arts, Crafts, Dance, Educational, Health & Exercise, Hobbies, Music, Recreational Activities and Social Events

BINGO – Everyone Welcome Every Friday 12:30 – 3 PM The JDF 55+ Activity Centre 1767 Island Highway, Victoria BC V9B 1J1

These are some of the many things offered at the Centre. For a full listing of Classes & Activities, and for a copy of the newsletter 'Expressions', check the website at www. jdfseniors.weebly.com

2025 L.I.F.E Program

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 2023.

Applications are available in person at JDF Recreation Centre and online at wspr.ca

Level up your school year with a library card!

Get ready to rock this school year with the ultimate learning tool –a library card! Access books, resources, and online tools to help you ace your studies. Need a quiet study spot, research help, or access to a computer and the internet? Your library card unlocks a world of endless possibilities.