Bowen Island 2017 Fall / 2018 Winter Community Recreation Guide by Bowen Island Recreation

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Fall 2017 & Winter 2018

Bowen Island Community Recreation, Arts Council (BIAC) & Community Learning have coordinated efforts to present programming for the Fall of 2017 and the Winter of 2018 to the Bowen Island Community. We invite you to take a look through this brochure to discover opportunities for learning, developing your creativity, staying healthy and exploring new pursuits. As a result of your feedback, we’ve organized the brochure by age categories, and then generally under three major sections: 1) Community Learning, 2) Arts and 3) Recreation. Not only will you discover classes, workshops and other learning opportunities, you’ll also find special events and activities, community resources and other helpful information. While our printed brochure is accurate at the time of printing, please refer to on-line resources and our websites for our latest offerings or most up-to-date activities and programs. Visit our website at www.bowencommunityrecreation.com and Like our Facebook Page “Bowen Island Community Recreation (BICR)”

How to Use this Brochure When you’re ready to sign-up for classes, you have several choices. 1. Visit our website and sign-in to your account by clicking “Registration” then register and pay with a credit card. www.bowencommunityrecreation.com 2. Visit the Community Recreation office at BICS to register. We accept cash, cheque, debit or credit cards. 3. Call the Community Recreation office at 604-947-2216 to register over the phone with a credit card.

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Contents: Welcome!............................................................................................. 2 General Info & Policies.............................................................. 4-5 Our Instructors.............................................................................. 6-8 Sun Run Training............................................................................. 9 Arts Council Painting & Writing Classes.....................10-11 Community Learning Pre-school.....................................12-17 Community Learning After school..................................12-17 Community Learning First-Aid & Babysitting........12-17 Community Learning Activities........................................12-17 Playcare Child Minding...............................................................18 Parent & Tot Series......................................................................19

Front cover photo: â&#x20AC;?Canada 150â&#x20AC;? Canada Day 2017 Community Art Project facilitated by Rebecca Smith Supplies generously donated by Opus Art Supplies and the Bowen Building Centre

Children & Youth: Sports & Activities........................................................................20-23 Youth Centre.................................................................................24-25 Spring Break Camps........................................................................28 Adults (16+): Fall Fitness Guide / Calendar........................................................29 Weight Training.................................................................................30 Fitness Training..............................................................................31-33 Spin..................................................................................................34-35 Parent & Tot Fitness........................................................................36 Gym Sports.......................................................................................37 Nia......................................................................................................38 Pilates.................................................................................................39 Tai Chi, Movement & Chi Kung.................................................40-41 Light Up Bowen & Lantern Parade....................................42 Community Partners Advertising....................................43-47 Summer Day Camp Staff and LIT Thank-you............48 3

General Information The Bowen Island Community Recreation (BICR) office is located at 1041 Mount Gardner Road, in a joint-use facility with the Bowen Island Community School (BICS). Facilities at the school include a gymnasium, weight room, community-use rooms and a kitchen. In addition to the Community School, Community Recreation programming is also scheduled at the following facilities: • Fitness Studio below the Bowen Children’s Centre, 650 Carter Road, downstairs side entrance • Bowen Island Library, 430 Bowen Island Trunk Road • Bowen Island Municipal Hall, 981 Artisan Lane • Bowen Island Youth Centre, 650 Carter Road • Tunstall Bay Pool, Tunstall Bay Clubhouse

Bowen Island Community Learning Community School Coordinator Sarah Haxby Email: shaxby@wvschools.ca Phone: 604-947-0389

Bowen Island Arts Council (BIAC) Programming Coordinator Marysia McGilvray Email: info@biac.ca Phone: 604-947-2454

Community Recreation Office Phone: 604-947-2216 Email:

bicr@bimbc.ca

Web: www.bowencommunityrecreation.com

Office Hours Monday / Thurs.:

8:30 am – 6:30 pm

Tues / Wed / Fri:

8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Saturday:

9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Sunday:

Closed

Bowen Island Community Recreation Staff Manager of Recreation & Community Services: Shauna Jennings Email: sjennings@bimbc.ca Phone: 604-947-4255 Community Recreation Programmer: Rebecca Lyne Email: rlyne@bimbc.ca Phone: 604-947-2216 Community Recreation Programmer: Sheana Stevenson Email: sstevenson@bimbc.ca Phone: 604-947-2216 Community Recreation Clerk: Natasha Currah Email: ncurrah@bimbc.ca Phone: 604-947-2216

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Youth Services Coordinator: John Stiver Email: jstiver@bimbc.ca Youth Centre: 604-947-2717 Cell: 604-240-3467

Important to Note: Registration: FALL & WINTER registration opens August 28th Online Registration: www.bowencommunityrecreation.com Payment: in full is required at time of registration by cash, credit card, debit or cheque. Cheques should be made out to: Bowen Island Municipality (BIM). GST will be added to the prices of all adult programs. Financial Assistance: is available for Community Recreation programs. Please contact the Manager of Recreation & Community Services for details.

Refund Policy: Program Cancellation: A full refund will be issued for classes cancelled by Community Recreation (pro-rated if into the session). No administration fee will apply. Requests for Refunds: • Program and day camp refunds will be issued if requests submitted a minimum of five (5) business days prior to the first day of the program. A 10% administration fee will apply. • A pro-rated refund for programs will be issued if withdrawal occurs two (2) full business days prior to the second class. No refunds will be issued after that time except for medical reasons (doctor’s note required), a 10% administration fee will apply. • Swim classes will not be refunded unless the withdrawing attendee’s spot can be filled. A 10% administration fee will apply. • Refunds will be issued by crediting your ActiveNet account or refunding to the credit card used for registration. Refund cheques will be issued by request only, please allow 2-4 weeks for cheque processing.

Holidays: The office and weightroom are closed and most programs are not scheduled to run on Statutory holidays and some holiday weekends. Please call ahead or check program listing.

Inclement Weather: Please call the Recreation Office to see about cancellations due to weather at 604-947-2216. 5

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Lucia Arreaga Following more than a decade in the corporate world, Lucia traded in her business suits for active wear and she hasn’t looked back since. Growing up near the North Shore mountains, Lucia is no stranger to active, outdoor living - a passion she loves to share with others. Lucia draws from her background in individual sports, yoga, fitness and nutrition to deliver unique, challenging and fun sweat sessions. She champions a habit-based, incremental approach to lifestyle change, and lovingly supports clients in their unique journeys to wellness. Deborah Bramm Deborah’s Nia journey began with “love at first step” in Toronto in 1996. She has a Nia Brown Belt and has been teaching Nia since 1999 and on Bowen Island since 2007. Being a Nia instructor gives her a deepening sense of gratitude, creative self-expression, freedom, and delight. Sarah Bristow Sarah has a passion for teaching and learning. She has a love for all sports and holds her personal training certificate. She enjoys training players for various sports or general fitness. Sarah believes the benefits a sport can offer if facilitated in a positive, caring, inclusive and encouraging environment. Sarah is also a B.I.C.S. Elementary School teacher.

Catherine Barnum Catherine Barnum, is a licensed Early Childhood Educator trained under Waldkinder/ Forest Kindergarten Methods, Forest School Canada’s Nature and Forest School Practitioner’s Training Program, and Mother Earth School’s Waldorf inspired teacher training. She has previous experience teaching within a Waldorf based classroom and trained formally at Capilano University under the Reggio Emilia method. Catherine is passionate about best practices for fostering a child’s true potential. By blending all of her influences, Catherine creates a holistic approach to teaching which stimulates both teacher and students. Rachel Canning At age 16 Rachel started cycling to rehab her knee after a ski racing accident. She fell in love with the sport, and has been cycling competitively ever since representing BC at the Canada Summer Games, Western Canada Summer Games, senior and junior Road and Track Nationals as well as in Europe with amateur Dutch and Belgian teams. In 2011 Rachel certified as a NCCP cycling coach and works with individuals, clubs as well as the velodrome, TaG cycling, and various outdoor learn to ride and race programs. Apart from her time spent racing and coaching, Rachel is also a support worker and program leader for the mentally and physically disabled. She recently graduated with a degree in Kinesiology at UBC.

Dan Cowan Dan is a North Shore mountain bike legend and pioneer. He is also in the World Mountain Biking Hall of Fame. With 20 years experience teaching mountain biking and 21 years teaching for the West Vancouver School District you might learn about science while riding. Carol Cram

Rod Harding Hockey enthusiast, assisting with developing players aged 9 to 12 for 7 years with Bowen Island Community Recreation.

Alicia Hoppenrath

Carol is a Brown Belt Nia Instructor who has taught on Bowen Island since 2009. She credits Nia for motivating her to move her body in a way that gives her joy and fills her heart and spirit. Carol is also a novelist and active on the Bowen Island Arts Council.

Born and raised on Bowen Island Alicia has a strong passion for athletics and the great outdoors. She values the freedom of movement through an active lifestyle, and outdoor recreation has been an integral part of maintaining her health and joy for many years. She is an avid runner, mountain biker, and skier, and currently sits as president on the Bowen Island Trail Society.

Natasha Currah Natasha has exceed over 8000 teaching hours since completing her yoga training and apprenticing in 2003. She began training teachers in functional anatomy for Torontoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading studios and independent practitioners in 2012. Her teaching provides authentic balance, safety and sustainability in everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s practice. Natasha also has experience teaching pre/postnatal yoga and was a Birth Doula in Toronto before moving to Bowen in 2014. She is part of the Bowen Birth Collective as well as an advocate for self-care for new mothers.

She is excited to be apart of the Community Recreation team, supporting young girls in staying active and exposing them to the possibility and wonder of mountain biking on Bowen!

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Gail Lotenberg Gail has worked in the field of Contemporary dance for decades. When teaching, she loves to introduce students to their physical and creative potential. Gail Lotenberg is a certified STOTT Pilates instructor who shares with students her deep knowledge about the body from over two decades as a professional dancer and an amateur athlete.

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Rebecca Lyne Rebecca joins our fitness team from Coquitlam; having almost 15 years experience teaching classes and personal training as a BCRPA Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer. She has worked with children, youth, adults, and seniors and looks forward to connecting with all these groups on Bowen Island. Her passion lies with fitness, outdoor play, and fresh air learning; especially a combination of those 3 elements with kids. She has 3 children of her own and has just recently made the move to Bowen Island with her husband, dog, and guinea pigs and enjoys being part of such a small, close knit community. Denise Richard With two decades of practice & certification as a qualified instructor of Chi Kung & Tai Chi, Denise Richard offers a sensitive & professional approach to personal energy care. With a background in conscious spiritual growth as a qualified counsellor, Denise specializes in assisting and promoting sound health. Carol Robb Carol Robb is a volunteer instructor with Fung Loy Kok Taiost Tai Chi, founder Master Moy Lin Shin. Carol has been a Tai Chi instructor through Bowen Community Recreation since 1987. Please check out our international website at www.taoist.org

Alan Saugstad School Principal and long-time PE Instructor. B.C. Certified teacher with 25 years experience teaching all ages from Kindergarten to grade 9. Jesse Slater Jessica Slater loves spending time in the woods, whether strolling with her daughter, hiking or running . With a year off of her job downtown as a fundraiser for Covenant House Vancouver, she is enjoying every moment of life on island. She looks forward to sharing time with you and your wee ones strolling for stories this fall. Sheana Stevenson Sheana has been teaching spin classes since 1997. She has a bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in Kinesiology from the University of Victoria and was a professional fitness trainer and tester for the Department of National Defense until she moved to Vancouver in 2003. She has been living on Bowen Island since 2008 with her husband Scott, daughter Livea and son Lochlan.

Bowen Island Arts Council W R I T I N G & P A I N T I N G

WRITE INTO THE BELLY OF THE WHALE

ARTIST TALK: DENISE DE CORDOVA

Location: TBA Activity Fee: $68.90 Sat, January 20, 2018 10am to 4pm Ages: 12 and up 2608 Saul, Donaleen

Location: Gallery at Artisan Square By Donation Sun, September 3, 2017 4pm to 6pm Ages: All Ages 2643 de Cordova, Denise

If you’re a lapsed, stuck, frustrated, distracted, bored, haunted and/or hungry writer who feels called to a word-ly adventure... If you long to bypass the run-of-the-mill mind, and the restrictive habits and assumptions that are its dismal spawn... If you ache to access stories, characters, metaphors, images, conversations, observations, perceptions, etc. that dwell in uncharted domains of soul and psyche...

Join us for this community talk by eminent London-based sculptor Denise de Cordova. Denise will speak on her artworks and extensive career in clay sculpture. Describing herself as “a kind of Magic Realist with Wilderness fantasies”, her works reflect themes of nature, identity, myth and folklore. Denise is a Henry Moore Foundation Fellow, a Stanley Picker Fellow, and a Fellow of the Royal College of Art, where she now teaches. She was elected as a member of the Royal Society of Sculptors in 2015. This is a mustattend learning event for sculptors, potters, artists, and art enthusiasts of all types.

Then this facilitated, blockbusting one-day writing marathon is for you. Bring a generous notebook, a willing pen, and a courageous heart. Space is limited. If you’re serious about making headway with your writing, don’t delay. Facilitator Donaleen Saul is Canada’s first certified creativity coach, based in Victoria, BC, Canada. A veteran of the vagaries of the writer’s path, “Write into the Belly of the Whale” is the workshop Donaleen has always wanted to attend.

Denise de Cordova

Donaleen Saul

Bowen Island Arts Council BEYOND THE BRUSH: MIXED MEDIA ART TECHNIQUES Location: BICS Multi-purpose room Activity Fee: $95.40 Sat, October 28, 2017 9am to 3pm Ages: 16 and up 2635 Ainscough, Kathleen Connect to your creative possibilities through new techniques with mixed media. Curious beginners to experienced artists are welcome. Find your unique style through experiments with acrylic paints, gels and mediums, stencils, transfers, collage, mono prints, found objects, metal leaf and more. Students will work on a variety of surfaces and have the opportunity to try many unusual and less traditional tools. We all have a strong, basic need to explore and create. When we give ourselves permission to play like a child we rediscover who we are. Magic is invited in! For more information, email info@biac.ca . (Students are asked to bring a $15.00 supply fee on the day of the class, as well as three painting supports and a few common tools. Details available on registration site).

EAT DRINK PAINT! Location: Gallery at Artisan Square Activity Fee: $45.43 Sat, September 23, 2017 7pm to 9pm Ages: 16 and up 2634 Ainscough, Kathleen Join us for this socially creative evening, combining a little art with lots of fun. Artist/ teacher Kathleen Ainscough will lead a twohour step-by-step acrylic painting class, at the end of which you will have a masterpiece to take home. No experience required! Enjoy treats and a glass of wine or two with friends in this no-pressure relaxing environment while you play with paint. All supplies and one glass of wine or other beverage per participant is included. This session we will be painting Gustav Klimt’s “Farm Garden with Sunflowers”

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Farm Garden with Sunflowers

Kathleen Ainscough

Community Learning P A R E N T & T O T

GOOSE ON THE LOOSE (PARENT/CHILD PROGRAM) Location: Family Place Free 10 Week Session Fri, Sept 22 - Fri, Dec 1 No class: Nov 10 9:15am to 10am Ages: Less than 5 2738 Location: Family Place Free 10 Week Session Fri, Jan 19 - Fri, Mar 23, 2018 9:15am to 10am Ages: Less than 5 2648 A free program for parents and caregivers and their newborn-four year old children. Practice Mothergoose-style interactive storytelling, rhyme and songs in a casual drop-in setting. This program runs on Fridays at Family Place, 650 Carter Road thanks to various funders and support. Drop-ins welcome if there is room. $2 donations collected at the door. No class on holidays.

MOTHER GOOSE (0-2 YRS) Location: Collins Hall Free 10 Week Session Tue, Sept 26 - Tue, Nov 28 9:30am to 10:30am Ages: Less than 3 2655 Location: Collins Hall Free 10 Week Session Tue, Jan 23 - Tue, Mar 27, 2018 9:30am to 10:30am Ages: Less than 3 2656 The Mother Goose Program, is a free ParentChild program for parents and caregivers and their newborn-two year old children. Using interactive storytelling, rhyme and song, this beneficial, friendly program includes a snack. Location: Collins Hall, but must register. Priority given to participants who have not yet attended the program before. Please sign up with the name of one parent only to hold a registration place for each family. Max 12 families.

Community Learning FIRST NATIONS AND FRIENDS ART CLUB Location: BICS Multi-purpose room Free Fri, September 15, 2017 3pm to 4:30pm Ages: At least 5 but less than 12 2652 Morrisseau, Gerald Location: BICS Multi-purpose room Free Fri, October 13, 2017 3pm to 4:30pm Ages: At least 5 but less than 12 2653 Morrisseau, Gerald Location: BICS Multi-purpose room Free Fri, November 24, 2017 3pm to 4:30pm Ages: At least 5 but less than 12 2654 Morrisseau, Gerald Use your individual creativity to make artworks at this monthly art program that uses found, reused and donated art materials. The art club is open to all youth and explores First Nations art as well as personal creative expression and Celtic art. Glue-guns, paint, glue, some tools and messy materials are used. Parent participation welcome and mandatory for 8 and under. Free but must register for each class. Max 12 youth per program. Sept. 15, Oct. 13, Nov. 24.

First Nations & Friends Art with Gerald Morrisseau

LEARNING LOUNGE (GR 4-7) Location: BICS Library Free 11 Week Session Thu, Oct 12 - Thu, Dec 21 3pm to 5pm Ages: At least 9 but less than 13 2649 Location: BICS Library Free 10 Week Session Thu, Jan 11 - Thu, Mar 15, 2018 3pm to 5pm Ages: At least 9 but less than 13 2650 Location: BICS Library Free 8 Week Session Thu, Apr 5 - Thu, May 24, 2018 3pm to 5pm Ages: At least 9 but less than 13 2651 The Learning Lounge is the newly re-styled former Homework Club which will run 3-5pm once per week at BICS, Thursdays, Oct 12-Dec 21, Jan 11-Mar 15, April 5-May 24. Twenty-nine sessions, includes a snack, action breaks, group and individual design, challenge, and creative activities as well as tips advice on organization, homework management and time for students to read, and work on homework independently or on group projects. This is a free program thanks to sponsors and donations. The program is open to students grade 4-7 from any school on Bowen Island. Participants need to sign a participation agreement form. Please register online, drop-in space available if there is room in the program that day. If you know a high school student who would like to volunteer at this program 4-5pm to go towards their grad credits, please contact: shaxby@wvschools.ca

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Community Learning F I R S T A I D

EMERGENCY CHILD CARE FIRST AID

EMERGENCY FIRST AID & CPR/AED

Location: BICS Multi-purpose room Activity Fee: $74.20 1 Week Session Tue, Sept 26 - Thu, Sept 28 6pm to 9pm Ages: 12 and up 2645 Ockeloen, Amanda

Location: BICS Multi-purpose room Activity Fee: $74.20 Sat, February 3, 2018 8:30am to 3:30pm Ages: 13 and up 2646 Ockeloen, Amanda

Basic one-day course designed to introduce caregivers to injury prevention skills and knowledge. Course covers lifesaving first aid skills and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for children, and babies. Course meets legislation requirements for provincial/ territorial early childhood education and day care worker safety requirements. Space is limited, register today. Please bring dinner/ snacks with you. Bring a lunch and a pen/ pencil! Please note: the class fee does not include the $25 manual fee. Please bring cash or a cheque made out to Lifesavers on the day for the mandatory manual.

A one-day course offering lifesaving first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills for the workplace or home. Course meets legislation requirements for provincial/ territorial worker safety and insurance boards and includes the latest first aid and CPR guidelines. This course is suitable for workplace or general safety interest. A three year certification is awarded upon successful completion. This course is designed for adults and mature youth. Bring a lunch and a pen/ pencil! Space is limited, register today. Please note: the class fee does not include the $25 manual fee. Please bring cash or a cheque made out to Lifesavers on the day for the mandatory manual.

Community Learning CANADIAN RED CROSS AND BABYSITTING (10-15 YRS)

EMERGENCY SOCIAL SERVICES MEET & GREET COURSE

Location: BICS Library Activity Fee: $58.30 Fri, October 20, 2017 8:30am to 4pm Ages: At least 10 but less than 16 2737 Ockeloen, Amanda

Location: Municipal Hall Free Fri, September 29, 2017 9am to Noon Ages: 19 and up 2684

Location: BICS Library Activity Fee: $58.30 Fri, January 26, 2018 8:30am to 4pm Ages: At least 10 but less than 16 2647 Ockeloen, Amanda

In the event of an evacuation on Bowen, a reception centre will be opened by Emergency Social Services volunteers to receive evacuees. An important position in a reception centre is that of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;meeter and greeterâ&#x20AC;?, who welcomes evacuees and directs them to the appropriate service area according to their physical and/or emotional needs. Come learn more about this important role with your local Emergency Social Services team at Municipal Hall! Contact BowenESS@bimbc.ca or visit www.bimbc.ca/content/emergency-socialservices for more information.

The babysitting course created by the Canadian Red Cross helps youngsters learn what to do in the event of an emergency. The course also offers an overview of the basic responsibilities that go with being a babysitter, and how youth can reduce the risks of certain incidents by practicing safety tips and learning essential child care abilities. Please bring pens, lunch, a snack, refillable water bottle and comfy clothes. Space is limited, register today. Class fee does not include the manual fee $15 cash or cheque made out to Lifesavers on the day for the babysitters new manual, which is mandatory.

B A B Y S I T T I N G & E S S

Community Learning L E A R N I N G

BEGINNER BEE KEEPING Location: BICS Multi-purpose room Activity Fee: $212.00 1 Weekend Session Sat, Feb 17, 2018 - Sun, Feb 18, 2018 10am to 3pm Ages: All Ages 2644 Kennard, Ian Learn how to start keeping bees. This course will give you the knowledge and confidence to look after honey bees. Introduction to keeping honey bees, basic biology, regulatory framework, bees in an urban setting, hive components, equipment, placement, handling and frames of brood. Basic problem-solving, swarm prevention, disease, medication, colony health, harvesting, extraction and winter preparationtion. Preparing for winter. What to do with your honey. Other products from the hive. Ask about the bring-a-partner discount. Ask about the Young Beekeepers scholarship. IRLY LEARNING PUMPKIN CARVING (3-8 YRS + PARENTS) Location: Bowen Building Centre Free Sat, October 28, 2017 11am to 1pm Ages: At least 3 but less than 9 2657 Irly Learning Skills parent-child activity days to practice hands-on early learning skills. There must be at least one parent for each child participating. Bring your own age-appropriate carving tools! Hot dogs and pumpkins provided by Irly Bird Building Centre. Cosponsored by the Bowen Children’s Centre. Parent participation mandatory. Each child must be supervised by at least 1 adult while carving. Child-supervision is the parent’s responsibility. Please arrive by 11:30am to claim your pumpkin. Please register each child participating to secure their pumpkin.

MEND & REDESIGN YOUR CLOTHES: AN INTRODUCTORY TALK Location: BICS Multi-purpose room Free Fri, September 22, 2017 9:30am to 11:30am Ages: All Ages 2658 Hurd, Caroline Tired of throwing out clothes because of a tear, stain or a missing button? This talk by Caroline Hurd will get you thinking about ways clothes can be mended, redesigned and upcycled to keep them stylish, functional and out of the landfill! Bring a garment in that needs repair or alterations and get some tips on how to fix or alter it. Come see examples of garments that have been mended and creatively amended. This is an introductory preview of techniques that will be covered in greater detail during a series of workshops which will take place in October. Free for all ages but please register to save a spot. A few words from Caroline Hurd “Having worked as a fashion designer for over 10 years, I am passionate about fabric and beautifully cut clothes. As a mother, I am even more passionate about making clothes last and stay far away from the landfill. I have found in mending a practical way to enjoy the meditative benefits of hand work and also a creative outlet to personalize the clothes my family and I own.”

Bee Keeper, Ian Kennard

Community Learning

Pre-School

Children & Youth S P O R T S & A C T I V I T I E S

DRYLAND TRAINING FOR GIRLS (9-12 YRS) Location: BICS Turf Field Activity Fee: $63.60 6 Week Session Mon, Sept 18 - Mon, Oct 30 No class: Oct 9 3pm to 4pm Ages: At least 9 but less than 13 2672 Lyne, Rebecca This program keeps girls fit and active during part of the off-season of sport. Focusing on agility, speed, muscle and cardio endurance, plyometrics, coordination, and balance; this program will be different each week. Participants need not be serious athletes; girls can come from a variety of athletic backgrounds and/or abilities or just want to learn more about effective, functional exercise to be fit for life.

DIRT DIVAS (9-12 YRS) Location: BICS Under-cover area Activity Fee: $42.40 4 Week Session Thu, Sept 14 - Thu, Oct 5 4pm to 5:15pm Ages: At least 9 but less than 13 2614 Hoppenrath, Alicia Learn more about bike mechanics, local trails, and gain confidence on your bike, in a group & in the forest and lots of other cool girl stuff.

Children & Youth ELEMENTARY EXPLORERS (3-6 YRS) Location: BICS - Outdoor Learning Centre Activity Fee: $76.32 6 Week Session Wed, Sept 20 - Wed, Oct 25 1pm to 2:15pm Ages: At least 3 but less than 6 2727 Barnum, Catherine Elementary Explorers is held outdoors and is filled with storytelling, songs, games, and discovering the coolest things in nature. During our adventures we learn through tinkering, exploration, and play! We connect with each other through activities and games that encourage teamwork and creativity. We use our senses to observe nature, learn basic naturalist skills and so much more. Please make sure that you dress appropriately as this program runs rain or shine!

GYM GAMES (6-13 YRS) Location: BICS Gymnasium Activity Fee: $128.26 11 Week Session Tue, Sept 12 - Tue, Dec 5 No class: Oct 31, Nov 14 5pm to 6:15pm Ages: At least 5 but less than 14 2683 Saugstad, Allan This is a fun, non-competitive class where we play all kinds of games including dodgeball, floor hockey, indoor soccer, pin guard and all kinds of other gym games. Our focus is on being active, working up a sweat, having a good time, and not worrying about winning. No class on Oct 31st or Nov 14th.

S P O R T S & A C T I V I T I E S

Children & Youth S P O R T S & A C T I V I T I E S

CO-ED ROLLERHOCKEY (9-12 YRS) Location: BICS Gymnasium Activity Fee: $89.04 12 Week Session Thu, Sept 14 - Thu, Nov 30 4:15pm to 5:15pm Ages: At least 9 but less than 13 2706 Harding, Rod Location: BICS Gymnasium Activity Fee: $66.78 9 Week Session Thu, Jan 18 - Thu, Mar 15, 2018 4:15pm to 5:15pm Ages: At least 9 but less than 13 2705 Harding, Rod Hockey drills and scrimmaging help your child develop and improve their skills and speed! Join us for organized practices followed by a pick-up game. Bring rollerblades, helmet with cage, knee and elbow protection, gloves, water bottle and a great attitude!

FLOOR HOCKEY FOR KIDS (7-9 YRS) Location: BICS Gymnasium Activity Fee: $50.88 6 Week Session Mon, Jan 15 - Mon, Feb 26, 2018 No class: Feb 12 3pm to 4pm Ages: At least 7 but less than 10 2680 Floor Hockey for Kids is back on this Fall! Aimed for kids aged 7-9 years old, this class will include drills, skills, games, and scrimmages in the gym at BICS. Bring your own stick if you have it! Game on!

Children & Youth ROAD HOCKEY RUMBLE (7-12 YRS) Location: BICS Tennis Court Activity Fee: $5.00 Sat, September 30, 2017 1pm to 3pm Ages: At least 7 but less than 13 2704 Bristow, Sarah Location: BICS Tennis Court Activity Fee: $5.00 Sat, October 14, 2017 1pm to 3pm Ages: At least 7 but less than 13 2703 Bristow, Sarah Sign up for this fun afternoon of outdoor hockey! Depending on numbers, we hope to run a primary and intermediate pool of 3 on 3 games. Games will be facilitated by Sarah Bristow and Rebecca Lyne. Donations to the Food Bank gladly accepted. Post tournament lemonade and cookies will be available. Bonus points to kids that BYOC (Bring Your Own Cup).

SPORTS CONDITIONING (10-13 YRS) Location: BICS Gymnasium Activity Fee: $137.80 13 Week Session Tue, Sept 19 - Tue, Dec 12 3pm to 4pm Ages: At least 10 but less than 14 2716 Canning, Rachel This class is for athletes who want to improve in their sport. Agility, balance, and coordination will be challenged, and we will improve our strength and endurance.

TBALL (5 YRS) Location: Baseball Diamond Activity Fee: $29.68 4 Week Session Mon, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 30 No class: Oct 9 4pm to 5pm Ages: At least 4 but less than 6 2728 Bristow, Sarah Come and join us for an exciting T-Ball session where we will explore the fundamentals of the game. Players will be introduced to the game through a non-competitive, supportive, and fun environment. Our coaches will teach important physical literacy skills while teaching basic game concepts. Players will learn throwing, catching, batting form, running the bases, and fielding skills through fun, yet focused play.

1st Road Hocky Rumble

S P O R T S & A C T I V I T I E S

Children

Youth GIRL POWER 1 Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $20.00 4 Week Session Thu, Sept 21 - Thu, Oct 12 4pm to 7pm Ages: 10 and up 2685 This Girls Only series is an 8 week program, in two 4 week sections, which features a different activity every Thursday evening at the Bowen Youth Centre. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great opportunity for girls ages 12-16 to get together and try something new with some fantastic instructors and mentors. Classes run 30-60 minutes, times TBC Section 1: Sept. 21 - Boxercise with Sheana Stevenson Sept. 28 - Power of Movement with Denise Richard Oct. 05 - Dance Instructor TBA Oct. 12 -Yoga with Natasha Currah

GIRL POWER 2 Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $20.00 4 Week Session Thu, Oct 26 - Thu, Nov 16 4pm to 7pm Ages: 10 and up 2686

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This Girls Only series is an 8 week program, in two 4 week sections, which features a different activity every Thursday evening at the Bowen Youth Centre. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great opportunity for girls ages 12-16 to get together and try something new with some fantastic instructors and mentors. Classes run 30-60 minutes, times TBC Section 2: Oct.26 Songwriting with Mary Kastle Nov.02 - Spin with Sheana Stevenson Nov.09 - Drama Improv with Jen Zdril Nov.16 - Earth Stewardship with Denise Richard

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Adult W E I G H T T R A I N I N G

PERSONAL TRAINING

GET GOING CONSULTATION

Location: BICR Weightroom

Fee: $58.80

Fee: $52.50

1 Session

Tue, Sept 5 - Fri, Dec 22 Mon, Jan 8 - Fri, March 16

By appointment

Ages: 16 and up

Ages: 13 and up

Looking for specialized training? Having trouble staying motivated? Then personal training may be what you’re looking for.

Wanting to get going on a fitness routine, but not really sure how to do it? Join one of our fitness trainers for this one hour “getting started” consultation.

Our certified personal trainers will help set goals and develop an exercise program that works for you, 1 hour session.

Trainers will answer health and exercise questions, and give you a hands on tour and orientation of the weight-room. Call the Recreation office at 604 947 2216 to book your appointment.

Community Recreation Weightroom Fall 2017: Winter 2018:

Sept 5 - Dec 22 Jan 8 - Mar 16 (Closed all Stat Holidays)

Fall/Winter Hours: Mon-Thurs: 7:00 am – 9:00 pm Friday: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm Saturday: 8:15 am – 3:00 pm Sunday 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Price

Teen Adult Senior (60+)

10 tickets $25.00 $35.00 $25.00

Drop-in

Prices shown above include GST 30

$4.00 $5.00 $4.00

Adult BOOTCAMP

FITSTART

Location: BICS Turf Field Activity Fee: $75.32 14 Week Session Thu, Sept 14 - Thu, Dec 14 9am to 10am Ages: 16 and up 2664 Lyne, Rebecca

Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $42.20 4 Week Session Mon, Sept 18 - Mon, Oct 16 No class: Oct 9 9:15am to 10am Ages: 16 and up 2679 Arreaga, Lucia

Location: BICS Turf Field Activity Fee: $53.80 10 Week Session Thu, Jan 11 - Thu, Mar 15, 2018 9am to 10am Ages: 16 and up 2670 Lyne, Rebecca Improve your overall fitness level in this challenging class that focuses on movement, strength, core, flexibility, balance and speed. This class can be modified for all fitness levels. It is fun, it is outdoors, it is social and it changes all the time. Drop in rate $6.50 (inc. tax) or buy a book of 10 fitness tickets for $56.00 (inc. tax)

CARDIO INTERVAL TRAINING Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $75.32 14 Week Session Wed, Sept 13 - Wed, Dec 13 9am to 10am Ages: 16 and up 2665 Lyne, Rebecca

Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $53.00 5 Week Session Mon, Oct 30 - Mon, Dec 4 No class: Nov 13 9:15am to 10am Ages: 16 and up 2678 Arreaga, Lucia Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $84.80 8 Week Session Mon, Jan 8 - Mon, Mar 5, 2018 No class: Feb 12 9:15am to 10am Ages: 16 and up 2677 Arreaga, Lucia Get stronger, leaner and more confident in group fitness classes. Whether youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re new to exercise or youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re coming back from an extended break, come get your sweat on in an encouraging and welcoming environment. Led by a personal trainer, all exercises will be clearly explained and demonstrated, and variations will be offered to accommodate a broad range of fitness levels.

F I T N E S S T R A I N I N G

Join Rebecca for a unique mix of strength building and heart pumping activity giving you a full body workout. Drop in rate is $6.50 (inc. tax) or buy a book of 10 fitness tickets for $56.00 (inc. tax).

Adult F I T N E S S T R A I N I N G

SENIOR POWER HOUR Location: BICR Weightroom Activity Fee: $33.92 16 Week Session Fri, Sept 8 - Fri, Dec 22 1pm to 2pm Ages: 55 and up 2707 Lyne, Rebecca The weight room is a great place for women and men to build strength at any age. Come and join fellow seniors workout where you can get some increased strength, agility, fitness and socialize at the same time! Drop ins $4.50

MENS DRYLAND TRAINING Location: BICS Gymnasium Activity Fee: $79.50 6 Week Session Thu, Sept 21 - Thu, Oct 26 8:15pm to 9:15pm Ages: 19 and up 2689 Lyne, Rebecca This dryland training session is geared to guys that have let their fitness slip in the past few years and need a bit of guidance and tools to get back into it. Focus will be on cardio, functional strength, and core stability. Workouts will be held in the gym at BICS. Bring a towel and water bottle.

Adult POSTURE PERFECT

SUN RUN IN TRAINING

Location: Fitness Studio Ages: 16 and up

Location: BICS Community Use Room Activity Fee: $150.02 13 Week Session Sat, Jan 20 - Sat, Apr 14, 2018 8:30am to 10am Ages: 13 and up 2718 Quarry, Joanna

Activity Fee: $50.88 4 Week Session Wed, Sept 13 - Wed, Oct 4 7:45pm to 8:45pm 2639 Currah, Natasha Activity Fee: $50.88 4 Week Session Wed, Oct 11 - Wed, Nov 1 7:45pm to 8:45pm 2640 Currah, Natasha Activity Fee: $50.88 4 Week Session Wed, Nov 8 - Wed, Nov 29 7:45pm to 8:45pm 2641 Currah, Natasha Activity Fee: $50.88 4 Week Session Wed, Jan 3 - Wed, Jan 24, 2018 7:45pm to 8:45pm 2700 Currah, Natasha

Whether you’re a runner or walker of any level, the Vancouver Sun Run InTraining Program will help you reach your fitness and health goals in a safe and supportive environment! The 13-week program, designed by SportMedBC’s RunWalk Coach, Olympian Lynn Kanuka, will gradually develop your strength and stamina so that you can train injury-free for the 2018 Vancouver Sun Run. Join the InTraining community of walkers and runners across the province, and receive: 13 guided run/walk sessions with trained leaders, your Vancouver Sun Run race entry, your 13-week training plan, exclusive gear, nutrition tips, and more!

Activity Fee: $50.88 4 Week Session Wed, Feb 7 - Wed, Feb 28, 2018 7:45pm to 8:45pm 2701 Currah, Natasha A dynamic combination of strengthening and stretching, this class is a unique full-body workout. Rapidly improve your posture and change the shape of your body developing lean, strong and flexible muscles. Rebalance your body, unlock tight joints and prevent injury with this body weight, equipment-free workout.You’ll feel healthier, younger and more energized. Drop ins at $15/class.

F I T N E S S T R A I N I N G

Sun Run Training

Adult S P I N C L A S S E S

COMMUTER SPIN

TABATA SPIN

Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $103.88 7 Week Session Tue, Sept 19 - Tue, Oct 31 6am to 7am Ages: 16 and up 2667 Canning, Rachel

Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $186.98 12 Week Session Mon, Sept 18 - Mon, Dec 11 No class: Oct 9 10:10am to 11:10am Ages: 16 and up 2719 Lyne, Rebecca

Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $89.04 6 Week Session Tue, Nov 7 - Tue, Dec 12 6am to 7am Ages: 16 and up 2666 Canning, Rachel

Interval based class with high intensity bouts of strength, cardio, and power. Challenge yourself in this jam-packed class transitioning from bike to floor for several rounds of exercises. Participants should wear regular workout shoes rather than biking clip in shoes.

A low impact cardiovascular workout designed to improve strength, fitness, and burn calories in a fun, supportive environment.

FRIDAY SPIN Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $89.04 6 Week Session Fri, Sept 22 - Fri, Oct 27 9am to 10am Ages: 16 and up 2682 Lyne, Rebecca Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $89.04 6 Week Session Fri, November 3 - Fri, December 8 9am to 10am Ages: 16 and up 2681 Lyne, Rebecca This class offers a great cardiovascular workout on the bike. Learn about bike set-up and riding technique while gradually increasing your fitness level. The workouts are designed to help you burn more calories, increase your strength and improve your overall fitness.

6 AM Spin Class

Adult SPIN & CORE

SPIN & GO

Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $118.72 8 Week Session Thu, Oct 26 - Thu, Dec 14 5pm to 6pm Ages: 16 and up 2710 Stevenson, Sheana

Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $79.50 6 Week Session Tue, Sept 12 - Tue, Oct 17 5pm to 5:45pm Ages: 16 and up 2715 Stevenson, Sheana

Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $89.04 6 Week Session Thu, Sept 14 - Thu, Oct 19 5pm to 6pm Ages: 16 and up 2711 Stevenson, Sheana

Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $92.75 7 Week Session Tue, Nov 7 - Tue, Dec 19 5pm to 5:45pm Ages: 16 and up 2714 Stevenson, Sheana

Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $74.20 5 Week Session Thu, Jan 11 - Thu, Feb 8, 2018 5pm to 6pm Ages: 16 and up 2708 Stevenson, Sheana

Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $66.25 5 Week Session Tue, Jan 9 - Tue, Feb 6, 2018 5pm to 5:45pm Ages: 16 and up 2713 Stevenson, Sheana

Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $74.20 5 Week Session Thu, Feb 15 - Thu, Mar 15, 2018 5pm to 6pm Ages: 16 and up 2709 Stevenson, Sheana

Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $66.25 5 Week Session Tue, Feb 13 - Tue, Mar 13, 2018 5pm to 5:45pm Ages: 16 and up 2712 Stevenson, Sheana

This challenging class starts with 45 minutes of spin followed by 10 minutes of core strength and toning work and a 5 minute cool down. Join us to improve your cardiovascular strength and endurance and tone that core!

A quick and effective way to get your workout in! This high intensity 45 minute spin class with instructor-led interval segments will have you working hard the whole class followed by a cool down to send you on your way.

S P I N C L A S S E S

Parent & Tot P A R E N T & T O T

BABY SPIN Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $53.00 4 Week Session Mon, Sept 18 - Mon, Oct 16 No class: Oct 9 11:15am to Noon Ages: 16 and up 2661 Stevenson, Sheana Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $53.00 4 Week Session Mon, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 27 11:15am to Noon Ages: 16 and up 2660 Stevenson, Sheana At Bowen Island Community Recreation we are passionate about the benefits of exercise for parents and the importance of establishing a healthy, active lifestyle for families. This 45 minute spin class will give Mom/Dad/Guardian a chance to get out of the house AND get some fitness in! Where will your baby be during the class? Right in front of you, and if you need to feed, change or comfort them at any time, go for it! We’ve been there. Our usual music volume will be lower - just bring your baby in a car seat or stroller and have fun *Please note, baby must stay in car seat/ stroller or the loving arms of their guardian while in the studio.

STROLLERS AND STORIES Location: Bowen Island Public Library Activity Fee: $8.48 4 Week Session Thu, Sept 28 - Thu, Oct 19 11am to Noon Ages: 16 and up 2717 Slater, Jessica

In partnership with the Bowen Public Library and Metro Vancouver, Bowen Community Recreation is offering this introductory program as part of the Parents & Tots series. Parents and their child(ren) under 5 will meet at the Bowen Library and proceed for a walk around Metro Vancouver’s Crippen Park trails with stops to read a weekly children’s book selection set-up along the trail. This program will encourage interpersonal and social connections between parents and children, promote literacy and develop a connection to the environment and familiarity of outdoor recreation for young families. Please bring your own stroller and dress for the weather. Drop ins $2.50.

BABY & ME MINDFUL MOVEMENT Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $127.20 12 Week Session Wed, Sept 20 - Wed, Dec 6 10:15am to 11am Ages: 16 and up 2690 Currah, Natasha This is the perfect class for babies and their caregivers (mamas, papas, nannies, anyone who baby loves). Babies benefit from bonding time, infant massage, and the stimulating environment of new baby friends while their caregiver has the chance to open up tight muscles, breath a little deeper and gain some strength in needed areas. Using interactive, slow-moving postures, this class is ideal for adults and babies 4 weeks to walking. This is flexible pre-registered program. Participants will be purchasing a 10 class punch card to use anytime over the 12 week session. This punch card is transferable to share between families. Drop ins $15

Adult fee of $6.50 (exact cash only). BADMINTON DROP IN

INDOOR SOCCER

Location: BICS Gymnasium

Location: BICS Gymnasium Activity Fee: $68.90 10 Week Session Wed, Jan 10 - Wed, Mar 14, 2018 8:15pm to 9:30pm Ages: 16 and up 2671 Wood, James

Activity Fee: $59.18 11 Week Session Mon, Sept 11 - Mon, Dec 4 No class: Oct 9, Nov 13 7:30pm to 9pm Ages: 16 and up 2662 Redekopp, Matthew Activity Fee: $69.94 13 Week Session Thu, Sept 14 - Thu, Dec 7 6:30pm to 8pm Ages: 16 and up 2663 Redekopp, Matthew

Indoor Soccer is a great opportunity to have fun with other islanders and keep up your ball skills in the winter months. This fun activity is open to all islanders over 16 years of age who enjoy playing pick-up soccer with friends once a week! Drop in fee: Adults $6.50, Seniors $4.25 Teens (16-19) $2.00

Activity Fee: $48.42 9 Week Session Mon, Jan 8 - Mon, Mar 12, 2018 No class: Feb 12 7:30pm to 9pm Ages: 16 and up 2668 Redekopp, Matthew

G Y M S P O R T S

Activity Fee: $53.80 10 Week Session Thu, Jan 11 - Thu, Mar 15, 2018 6:30pm to 8pm Ages: 16 and up 2669 Redekopp, Matthew Monday & Thursday Night Badminton in BICS Gym

Join this fun, dedicated group for a night of Badminton. We cater to both recreational and competitive players so you can always count on having someone with similar skill sets to play with. Racquets are available to borrow. A great way to spend an evening. There are three ways to pay for this activity. You can register and pay the same per class rate as our fitness tickets. You can prepurchase a book of 10 fitness tickets at the Recreation Office, or you can pay a drop in

Wednesday Night Indoor Soccer in BICS Gym

Adult N I A

NIA Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $74.20 7 Week Session Tue, Sept 12 - Tue, Oct 24 10am to 11am Ages: 16 and up 2697 Bramm, Deborah Activity Fee: $74.20 7 Week Session Sat, Sept 16 - Sat, Oct 28 10:15am to 11:15am Ages: 16 and up 2696 Bramm, Deborah

Nia classes are designed to be accessible to women and men of all ages and abilities, where participants choose their own levels of aerobic intensity. A conscious dance practice set to inspiring music, Nia is a fun, thoughtful and safe way to engage our awareness, enliven our perception and spark our creativity. The classes offer guided choreography and freedance opportunities through movements drawn from martial arts, jazz and modern dance, and healing arts. Classes are taught by Certified Brown Belt Instructors. Join us and find relaxation, strength, flexibility, agility, and ease!

Activity Fee: $74.20 7 Week Session Tue, Oct 31 - Tue, Dec 12 10am to 11am Ages: 16 and up 2695 Bramm, Deborah Activity Fee: $63.60 6 Week Session Sat, Nov 4 - Sat, Dec 16 No class: Nov 11 10:15am to 11:15am Ages: 16 and up 2694 Bramm, Deborah

Nia with Carol Cram & Deborah Bramm

Activity Fee: $94.40 10 Week Session Sat, Jan 13 - Sat, Mar 17, 2018 10:15am to 11:15am Ages: 16 and up 2691 Bramm, Deborah Activity Fee: $95.40 9 Week Session Tue, Jan 16 - Tue, Mar 13, 2018 10am to 11am Ages: 16 and up 2693 Bramm, Deborah

Pilates with Gail Lotenberg

Adult PILATES MATWORK: GENTLE ESSENTIALS Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $220.48 13 Week Session Thu, Sept 14 - Thu, Dec 14 No class: Nov 2 8:45am to 9:45am Ages: 16 and up 2676 Lotenberg, Gail Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $169.60 10 Week Session Thu, Jan 11 - Thu, Mar 15, 2018 8:45am to 9:45am Ages: 16 and up 2674 Lotenberg, Gail Pilates Matwork improves posture, increases core strength and stability, enhances flexibility and balances muscle action. The Gentle Essential class is for people who have no prior knowledge of Pilates method or desire a slightly more gentle pace. PILATES MATWORK: ESSENTIAL LEVEL Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $220.48 13 Week Session Wed, Sept 13 - Wed, Dec 13 No class: Nov 1 5:15pm to 6:15pm Ages: 16 and up 2675 Lotenberg, Gail

Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $169.60 10 Week Session Wed, Jan 10 - Wed, Mar 14, 2018 5:15pm to 6:15pm Ages: 16 and up 2673 Lotenberg, Gail Pilates Matwork improves posture, increases core strength and stability, enhances flexibility and balances muscle action. The Essential level class is for people who have some knowledge of Pilates method and a basic fitness level.

P I L A T E S

PILATES MATWORK: INTERMEDIATE LEVEL Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $237.44 14 Week Session Tue, Sept 12 - Tue, Dec 12 8:45am to 9:40am Ages: 16 and up 2688 Lotenberg, Gail Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $169.60 10 Week Session Tue, Jan 9 - Tue, Mar 13, 2018 8:45am to 9:40am Ages: 16 and up 2687 Lotenberg, Gail Pilates Matwork improves posture, increases core strength and stability, enhances flexibility and balances muscle action. The Intermediate level class is for people who already have a good understanding of Pilates method and a healthy fitness level.

Adult T A I C H I & M O V E M E N T

FUNG LOY KOK TAOIST TAI CHI

THE POWER OF MOVEMENT

Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $71.55 15 Week Session Sun, Sept 10 - Sun, Dec 17 10:15am to Noon Ages: 16 and up 2723 Robb, Carol

Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $101.76 8 Week Session Thu, Jan 11 - Thu, Mar 1, 2018 7:30pm to 8:30pm Ages: 16 and up 2702 Richard, Denise

Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $66.78 14 Week Session Wed, Sept 13 - Wed, Dec 13 11am to 12:30pm Ages: 16 and up 2726 Robb, Carol

This program for adults opens the mind to looking at how we can hold power and heart in the body. A fun introduction to the use of ancient practice that supports heartfelt power. As we grow old the changes require that we be mindful. This work helps with holding a strong grounding of earth so that the body remains in health.

Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $47.70 10 Week Session Sun, Jan 7 - Sun, Mar 11, 2018 10:15am to Noon Ages: 16 and up 2720 Robb, Carol Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $47.70 10 Week Session Wed, Jan 10 - Wed, Mar 14, 2018 11am to 12:30pm Ages: 16 and up 2722 Robb, Carol An intriguing set of fluidly joined moves takes you through a whole body exercise, while you learn to slow down and relax. Work on alignment, balance, strength and flexibility.You can do Tai Chi anywhere, anytime, at home or work, inside or outdoors. It requires no special equipment although an open mind and sense of humour are handy. It can be adapted for different health conditions.

TEACHING THE AWAKENING OF BODY Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $222.60 2 Week Session Sat, Apr 21 - Sun, Apr 22, 2018 9am to 3pm Ages: 16 and up 2729 Richard, Denise This two day workshop for men introduces the old way of working with movement and offers a long history of teachings that accentuate the power of movement from a Taoist view point. The work is simple in practice and profound in how it aligns the body and consciousness. Requirements: a healthy body with general flexibility.

Adult C H I

THIRD BLOSSOM CHI KUNG Location: Fitness Studio Activity Fee: $222.60 8 Week Session Thu, Sept 7 - Thu, Oct 26 7:30pm to 9:30pm Ages: 16 and up 2731 Richard, Denise The Third Blossom Chi Kung moves your consciousness into a subtle awareness of your energy system. For the student this offers a deeper understanding of the subtle body and supports a stronger relationship to your spiritual path. The cleansing element of this practice is water and gives strength through the release of negativity. This workshop will also feature special practices to help clear away distress in support of reconnection. The play of Chi Kung mindfully touches all levels of our body inspiring a way that is joyful and balanced.

Chi Kung with Denise Richard

K U N G

THE WAY OF CHI KUNG A TAOIST LEARNING Location: BICS Multi-purpose room Activity Fee: $222.60 1 Weekend Session Sat, Nov 4 - Sun, Nov 5 9am to 3pm Ages: 16 and up 2730 Richard, Denise This workshop introduces with distinction the light and goodness of Taoist practice. Offering a sensitive teaching on how the heart eases distress and protects through energy practice. Three levels of grounding will work to support new awareness, healing and spiritual holding.