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SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE
GREAT VALUE
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BENEFITS TO MEMBERSHIP Your membership gives you access to both Abbotsford Recreation Centre (ARC) and Matsqui Recreation Centre (MRC) for one low price.
NEW PROGRAM PAIRINGS You asked for it, you got it! We have new program pairings to help busy parents find different programs for all members of the family at the same time! Now everyone can be active at the same time!
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REC FOR LESS
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CAREER & VOLUNTEER
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SWIM TO SURVIVE
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#FITFAMILY BOOTCAMP
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SUPERHERO TRAINING
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KIDS NIGHT OUT
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NON-CONTACT BOXING
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BOLLYX FITNESS
Check out our selection of $2 and FREE drop-in programs! There is sure to be something to delight everyone and with savings your wallet wil love!
Have you thought about a career with Parks, Recreation and Culture? Looking for Fitness Continuing Education Courses? Curious about learning how to become a volunteer? We have your how-to guide.
The majority of people who drown had no intention of going into the water. Learn to protect yourself with the Swim to Survive program.
What a terrific way to enjoy time together and get fit! Families can workout at easy to follow stations.
Calling all wannabe super heroes! Let us help your little one build confidence and master fundamental movement skills. Soon, they’ll be leaping tall buildings in a single bound…
(Parents’ Night Off) In need of a night off? Let us watch the kids! Your kiddos will have a great time swimming, playing games, making crafts, and, of course, giving parents some much-needed time to do....whatever! Did we mention we’ll have pizza?
Learn the foundations of boxing and benefits of conditioning. Junior Class (7-11). See page 32 for 17 yrs+ class dates and times.
Maximize your time and learn a great new 50 minute dance-fitness workout inspired by Bollywood.
Abbotsford Parks, Recreation & Culture - 32315 South Fraser Way, 3rd Floor, Abbotsford, B.C., V2T 1W7 Phone: 604.859.3134 Fax: 604.854.5077 www.abbotsford.ca/prc
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Mission Table of&Contents Vision
PRC FACILITIES ...............................................................3 PRC EVENTS................................................................... 6 CAMPS: AD....................................................................10 FAMILY: All ages............................................................11 Sports........................................................................11 EARLY YEARS & PRESCHOOL: 2YRS - 5YRS...........12-15 Arts, Crafts & Hobbies...............................................12 Dance .......................................................................13 Early Years Education................................................13 General Interest........................................................13 Sports...................................................................14-15 CHILDREN: 6YRS - 12YRS.......................................16-19 Arts, Crafts & Hobbies..........................................16-17 Art......................................................................16 Cooking..............................................................17 Dance........................................................................17 General Interest........................................................17 Safety........................................................................17 Sports........................................................................17 Swimming.................................................................19 YOUTH: 13YRS - 17YRS................................................20 Fitness.......................................................................20 Swimming.................................................................20
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INCLUSION............................................................. 24-25 CAREER.....................................................................26-29 ADULT & SENIOR: 18YRS+......................................30-33 Arts, Crafts & Hobbies...............................................30 Fitness..................................................................30-32 Cross Training ....................................................30 Pre-Post Natal ....................................................31 Preventative Health............................................31 Yoga & Pilates.....................................................32 Swimming........................................................... 32-33 Training............................................................... 32-33 First Aid...............................................................33 Fitness.................................................................33 ARC DROP-IN SCHEDULES..................................... 34-47 Facility Admissions .........................................................35 Childminding............................................................35 Fitness ......................................................................36 Track/Weight Room...................................................39 Gymnasiums........................................................40-41 Public Swim..............................................................44 Public Skate..............................................................45 SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTRE................................46-47 60yrs+ Activities.......................................................47
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MRC DROP-IN SCHEDULES.................................... 48-52 Facility Admissions ............................................................. Fitness ..................................................................... 49 Public Swim............................................................. 51 Public Skate............................................................. 52 AQUATICS................................................................ 53-58 ARENAS................................................................... 59-60 PARKS...................................................................... 64-72 RENTALS.................................................................. 73-74 CULTURE, ARTS AND HERITAGE............................. 75-78 COMMUNITY EVENTS....................................................... COMMUNITY DIRECTORY...................................... 79-80 ADVERTISING DIRECTORY.......................................... 81 How to Register............................................................. 92 Customer Care.......................................................... 93-95 Council, Mission Vision ................................................. 96
RECREATION LOCATIONS AEP Abbotsford Exhibition Park 32470 Haida Drive 604.859.3134 MRC Matsqui Recreation Centre 3106 Clearbrook Road 604.855.0500 Monday - Saturday 6am - 10pm Sunday, 9:30am - 8:30pm Please call for holiday hours
MCA Matsqui Centennial Auditorium 32315 South Fraser Way, 3rd 604.859.3134 Monday - Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm Closed statutory holidays MSA Arena 2323 Emerson Street 604.557.4406
Centennial Pool 2310 Emerson Street 604.853.7900 CLOSED FOR SEASON Youth Centre at Abby Sr. School 33355 Bevan Avenue 778.880.8501 Please call for hours of operation
ARC Abbotsford Recreation Centre 2499 McMillan Road 604.853.4221 Monday - Sunday 5:30am - 12am Pool Monday - Saturday 5:30am - 10pm Sunday, 11am - 10pm Please call for holiday hours
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Your family membership provides access and use at Matsqui Recreation Centre (MRC) and Abbotsford Recreation Centre (ARC).
I have come to the fitness centre at ARC for over 10 years. I like that I can enjoy a workout, socialize with some of the people around here and then go relax in the hot tub and sauna. There are lots of programs that are part of the membership, so if I want to change up my fitness routine, sometimes I join the HITT class on Saturdays or drop into the Late-night Soccer, it is all included. It’s nice to know I just need to bring my card and I am set up to join a variety of activities. -Jake
Membership Benefits Get the most out of your recreation experience with PRC All ACCESS MEMBERSHIP! The annual membership is our best value and includes access and use of our amazing recreation centres.
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ALL ACCESS MEMBERSHIPS MEMBERSHIP
1 mo
3 mo
6 mo
1 yr
Child under 3 Child (3yrs - 12yrs) Teen (13yrs - 17yrs) Student (ID required) Adult (18yrs - 60yrs) Senior (60yrs+) Super Senior (80yrs+) Family
FREE $29.50 $40 $40 $55.50 $39 FREE $112
FREE $79.50 $104 $104 $150 $98.50 FREE $309
FREE $149 $198 $198 $278 $193 FREE $561
FREE $257 $337 $337 $461 $323 FREE $948
Membership includes: • Complimentary public skating and stick & Puck at both facilities • Complimentary Public Swim and drop-in aquatic fitness classes • Access to over 200 drop-in programs led by expert instructors • Over 15,000 square feet of weight room and cardio centre with modern equipment between ARC and MRC • Access to our state of the art Synergy 360 fitness equipment and indoor walking/running track • Free parking • Complimentary orientation to fitness equipment • Women’s only fitness area at MRC
Best Value Only $0.70 per day Only $0.92 per day Only $0.92 per day Only $1.26 per day Only $0.88 per day Only $0.65 per day, each for a family of 4
Sign up in 2017 for an annual pass and receive a
FREE ½ HOUR EXPERT SESSION in area of your choice!
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SEPTEMBER “Get back in the Water” MRC Pool Grand Re-opening Be the first to dive in the pool after our 3 week facility maintenance shutdown. We will have games for the kids and prizes for all ages. Don’t miss out! Matsqui Recreation Centre Saturday, September 23 1pm - 4pm Regular admission rates apply.
TRY IT Open Playtime (2yrs - 12yrs) An opportunity to discover and sample some of the great programs offered at ARC for Children. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Friday, September 22 10am - 12:30pm Regular admission rates apply.
Wear Your Jersey Day Dress in your favourite sports jersey and join us for public skating. ARC - Thursday, September 21 6:30pm - 8pm MRC - Friday, September 22 6:45pm - 8pm Regular admission rates apply.
OCTOBER No Sweat Extravaganza Join us during the Thanksgiving long weekend for our No Sweat class, “A Time To Give Thanks” theme party! Abbotsford Recreation Centre Saturday, October 7 8am Regular admission rates apply.
FALL FROLIC Open Playtime (2yrs - 12yrs) Fall into autumn fun! Play in our leaf pit, conquer the pumpkin obstacle course and enjoy a fall themed scavenger hunt. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Friday, October 20 10am - 12:30pm Regular admission rates apply.
Halloween Skate Dress in your Halloween costume and join us for public skating. MRC - Friday, October 27 6:45pm - 8pm ARC - Sunday, October 29 6:30pm - 8pm Regular admission rates apply.
Halloween Howl Swim Looking for a fun filled evening to spend with the kids? Come dressed in your costume and be eligible to win a grand prize. There will be fun filled themed events, games and crafts appropriate for all ages. Abbotsford Recreation Centre and Matsqui Recreation Centre Saturday, October 28 1pm - 4pm Regular admission rates apply.
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Not so Scary Halloween Party (NB-5yrs) A Halloween party for the little ones! Come out in costume and celebrate Halloween! Enjoy a Halloween-themed craft and spooktacular dance floor. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Tuesday, October 31 10am - 11:30am Regular admission rates apply.
NOVEMBER The Great H2O Slide and Giant Inflatable Pool Party Are you ready to clock the fastest time on the H2O slide or try and conquer the giant inflatable? Don’t miss out! It’s going to be a blast! Matsqui Recreation Centre Saturday, November 18 1pm - 4pm Regular admission rates apply.
Amazing Race Skate Join us for a themed skate. ARC - Thursday, November 23 6:30pm - 8pm MRC - Friday, November 24 6:45pm - 8pm Regular admission rates apply.
DECEMBER No Sweat Winter Holiday Special Join us for the last class before the holiday feasts! Our team will lead you through a themed class. Fun and fitness in one place. Elves and prizes and treats oh my! Abbotsford Recreation Centre Saturday, December 16 8am Regular admission rates apply.
WINTER WONDERLAND Open Playtime (2yrs - 12yrs) We’re kicking off the winter season with cool games, crafts, obstacle courses and a photo booth! Come and chill with us and embrace winter! Abbotsford Recreation Centre Friday, December 22 10am - 12:30pm Regular admission rates apply.
Santa Swim You don’t want to miss this event! Join Santa and Mrs. Claus at the pool and make a gingerbread house, Christmas craft and play festive games. Santa will be there to serve hot chocolate and cookies; a perfect way to spend the afternoon. Saturday, December 23 ARC - 1pm - 4pm MRC - 2:30pm - 3:30pm Regular admission rates apply.
P ROGRAMS
How To Register
Pairs well with...
Youth Friendly
Get the most from your family’s experience at our recreation centres by getting everyone active at the same time. We have made it easier for you to find children’s’ programs that ‘pair well with’ other children’s programs and activities, your fitness class times, workout times, and other programs or activities already in the facility. Use our new pear symbol to find programs scheduled with matching times.
Fitness classes that allow youth 12yrs+ to attend with adult supervision.
Maximize Your Time! Use the Maximize Your Time symbol to find shorter classes to help make it easier for you to fit everything in and get to your favorite class. So whether you’re rushing home from work or looking for a quick class while your child is in swimming lessons or skating lessons, we’ve got you covered. Look for the stopwatch symbol to maximize your time with PRC!
Physical Literacy WHAT IS PHYSICAL LITERACY? The ability to strike, hop, catch, balance, run, kick, throw and jump on land, snow, ice and water are the main components of learning to move with confidence. When children learn these skills, they are more likely to grow their skills and be active for life. Look for the Physical Literacy symbol for active programs that support in building these skills and healthy attitudes.
How to Use Pairing Charts Are you super busy juggling multiple schedules and diverse interests? Try the pairing charts to help find different programs for everyone to participate in all at the same time! Family
Child/Youth
Everyone
Family Basketball
Family Soccer
Teen Weight Room Orientation
Swim Lessons
BC Bounce Basketball
Drop-in Swimming
Thursday
Thursday
Tuesday
M/W/F, Tu/Th, F, Sa, Su
Monday
Monday - Sunday
6pm - 7pm
6pm - 7pm
6pm - 7:30pm
Times Vary
6pm - 7pm
Mon - Sat: 6am - 10pm Sunday: 9:30am - 8:30am
ARC
ARC
ARC/MRC
MRC
ARC
MRC
Weekday
EARLY EVENINGS Preschool/Children Swim Lessons: M/W/F, Tu/Th, F, Sa, Su
ARC
Skate Lessons
ARC
ADULT Aqua Zumba
MRC
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Pick a program from the pairing chart your child would like to attend.
Now find a program that you or another family member would like to attend.
When you find a match, you’re set!
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Pairings
Weekday
MORNINGS PRESCHOOL Swim Lessons: M/W/F, Tu/Th, F, Sa, Su
ARC
Skate Lessons
ARC
Floor Hockey (3yrs - 5yrs)
ARC
Mini-Movers (2yrs - 3yrs)
ARC
Ris & Play 2YO’s
ARC
Soccer for 2YO’s
ARC
Tumbling 2YO’s
ARC
ADULT Aqua Spinning & Aqua Fit
ARC
Aqua Zumba
MRC
Aqua Cardio
MRC
Aqua Spinning
MRC
No Sweat
MRC ARC
Zumba
ARC MRC
Hatha Yoga
MRC
Yoga 101
ARC
30 Min HIT
ARC
Cycle Express
ARC
Cardio & Strength
ARC
Synergy Circuit
ARC
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Early Years & Preschool
Child
Youth
Everyone
Ready Set Fun
Craft & Play
Swim Lessons
Drop-in Swimming
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Monday
M/W/F, Tu/Th, F, Sa, Su
Monday - Sunday
9am - 11am
9am - 11am
9am - 11am
9am - 10:30am
Times Vary
Mon - Sat:6am - 10pm Sunday: 9:30am - 8:30am
ARC
ARC
ARC
ARC
MRC
MRC
Pairings
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Family
Weekday
EARLY EVENINGS
Child/Youth
Everyone
Family Basketball
Family Soccer
Teen Weight Room Orientation
Swim Lessons
BC Bounce Basketball
Drop-in Swimming
Thursday
Thursday
Tuesday
M/W/F, Tu/ Th, F, Sa, Su
Monday
Monday - Sunday
6pm - 7pm
6pm - 7pm
6pm - 7:30pm
Times Vary
6pm - 7pm
Mon - Sat: 6am - 10pm Sunday: 9:30am - 8:30am
ARC
ARC
ARC/MRC
MRC
ARC
MRC
Preschool/Children Swim Lessons: M/W/F, Tu/Th, F, Sa, Su
ARC
Skate Lessons
ARC
ADULT Aqua Zumba
MRC
Aqua Cardio
MRC
Aqua Spinning
MRC
No Sweat
MRC
Zumba
MRC
Hatha Yoga
MRC
Adult & Teen Swim Basics
ARC
Prenatal Yoga
ARC
Chair Yoga
ARC
WEEKEND
Family
Child
Youth
Everyone
#Fitfamily Boot Camp
Tiny Tutus for 2YOs
Tiny Tutus (3yrs - 5yrs)
Swim Lessons
Drop-in Swimming
Saturday
Saturday
Saturday
Saturday
M/W/F, Tu/Th, F, Sa, Su
Monday - Sunday
9am - 10am
10:45am - 11:45am
9am - 9:30am
9:45am - 10:30am
Times Vary
Mon - Sat: 6am - 10pm Sunday: 9:30am - 8:30am
ARC
ARC
ARC
ARC
MRC
MRC
Preschool/Children Swim Lessons: M/W/F, Tu/Th, F, Sa, Su
ARC
Skate Lessons
ARC
Soccer (6yrs - 8yrs)
ARC
ADULT Aqua Zumba
MRC
Aqua Cardio
MRC
Aqua Spinning
MRC
No Sweat
MRC MRC
Zumba Hatha Yoga
ARC MRC
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Pro-D Day Camps Day Camp Before and After Care (5yrs - 12yrs) Before and after care is available for our full day camps at Abbotsford Recreation Centre. Before Care (8am - 9am): 1/$6.10, 3/$16, 4/$21 After Care (4pm - 5pm): 1/$6.10, 3/$16, 4/$21
FEST
Camp (5yrs - 12yrs)
The ARC will be in a flurry of winter fun! We’ll be filling our camp days with swimming, skating, gym games, crafts and endless fun. Before and after care are available.
Abbotsford Recreation Centre, 9am - 4pm
Preschool & Sport Camp (3yrs - 5yrs)
Little ones will love our preschool camps! It is a great opportunity for them to have fun and meet new friends while learning valuable classroom skills. We will keep them busy with different gym sports, arts & crafts, and games all morning.
Dec 27 - 29 W-F 3/$101 325429
Abbotsford Recreation Centre, 9am - 11:30am
Jan 2 - 5 Tu-F 4/$139 325430
Jan 2 - 5 Tu-F 4/$64.50 325435
Pro-D Day Camp (5yrs - 12yrs)
Looking for a fun and active way for your child to spend their Pro-D Day? Have them join us for a day full of fun with games, creativity, and swimming. Before and after care are available
Abbotsford Recreation Centre Fridays, 9am - 4pm $39 Sep 22 323833 Oct 20 323834 Nov 24 323835
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PROGRAMS
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Every working mom faces
that whole work/life balance challenge. “How do I keep a job I love, spend time with the kids and do something for me?” asks Bonny, single mom to Tyler, four, Bethany, six, and Douglas, nine. The answer: a family membership and the family programs at ARC where it’s all for one and one for all. Family Soccer and Family Basketball programs teach the game and let everyone, three years and up, enjoy some friendly competition and work up a sweat. FitFamily Boot Camps feature family station-style activities that work on cardiovascular endurance, strength training, core fitness, balance and flexibility. Apart from the discounted membership, the family membership offers a free half-hour expert session for each person. just in case someone Children Avatars in the family needs to hone those basketball or soccer skills, or check on their form in the weight room. Family Avatars
FITNESS NEW #FitFamily Bootcamp Family that gets together sweats together! Bring your kids to this family station-style boot camp, where everyone gets fit. Creating healthy families through fitness and fun. This class incorporates cardiovascular endurance, strength and core conditioning, balance and flexibility. Everyone will love the easy to follow stations that allow families to work out together. No class Oct 7 and Nov 11. Pricing per family. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 16 - Oct 28 Sa 10:45am - 11:45am 7/$105 325329 Nov 4 - Dec 16 Sa 10:45am - 11:45am 7/$105 325330 Matsqui Recreation Centre Sep 16 - Oct 28 Sa 9:00am - 10:00am 7/$105 323963
SPORTS
Preschool Avatars
Family Basketball (3yrs+) Basketball for the whole family! Active parents encourage active kids. Have fun learning basketball skills and showcasing good sportsmanship in a supportive recreational environment. Pricing per family. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 14 - Oct 26 Th 6:00pm - 7:00pm 7/$105 323754
Family Soccer (3yrs+) Enjoy some friendly competition, show off your sweet soccer skills, and foster a love of sport with your family. Pricing per family. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Nov 2 - Dec 21 Th 6:00pm - 7:00pm 8/$120 323958
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Elaine considers herself very
lucky to spend plenty of quality time with her two young granddaughters every week. While their parents are at work, she and the girls head to ARC every Monday and Wednesday morning for fun and fitness. “We have a great time and I’m so happy I get to have this one-on-two time with them,” she says. At swim lessons geared for the preschoolers, the little ones splash about before they head to the childminding area for postswim snacks and fun under the watchful eye of the facility’s trained care-givers. The swim lessons are scheduled to coincide with Bones and Balance classes and Silver Circuit, where Elaine joins her friends to increase strength and flexibility to improve balance and avoid falls. Important skills when you’re running after two little girls. On the way home, they drop by Mill Lake Park for a walk. Preschool Avatars
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ARTS, CRAFTS & HOBBIES Art for 2YOs (18mo - 2yrs) This hands-on, fun art class explores a variety of art techniques, learning the basics of colors, textures, shapes and more! Children will experience all the benefits of artistic expression and sensory experiences. Parent participation is required. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 19 - Oct 31 Tu 11:30am - 12:00pm 7/$44.50 323733 Nov 7 - Dec 19 Tu 11:30am - 12:00pm 7/$44.50 323734
Active Art (3yrs - 5yrs) Is your little one too active to sit for a typical art class or craft? We have the perfect solution! This physically active art class includes a variety of unique ways, such as throwing, stomping, car racing and popping, to create beautiful art. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 14 - Oct 26 Th 11:30am - 12:15pm 7/$53.50 323679 Nov 9 - Dec 14 Th 11:30am - 12:15pm 6/$46 323729
Early Years & Preschool Programs DANCE Tiny Tutus (18mo - 5yrs)
Mother Moose (18mo - 5yrs)
Is your little one longing to be a ballerina? This is their chance! Learn the recreational basics of ballet, in a playful environment with familiar songs and music to get moving. Parent participation is required. No class Oct 7, Nov 11. Abbotsford Recreation Centre 18mo - 2yrs Sep 13 - Oct 25 W 3:15pm - 3:45pm 7/$41 323943 Sep 16 - Oct 28 Sa 9:00am - 9:30am 5/$30 323942 Nov 1 - Dec 20 W 3:15pm - 3:45pm 8/$47 323944 Sa 9:00am - 9:30am 5/$30 323945 Nov 4 - Dec 16 3yrs - 5yrs Sept 13 - Oct 25 W 4:00pm - 4:45pm 7/$45.50 323947 9:45am - 10:30am 5/$32.50 323946 Sept 16 - Oct 28 Sa Nov 1 - Dec 20 W 4:00pm - 4:45pm 8/$52 323949 Nov 4 - Dec 16 Sa 9:45am - 10:30am 5/$32.50 323948
A welcoming, fun and active circle time that includes a Canadian twist on your old favourites! Your child will delight in felt board stories, puppets and sing-alongs. This program now includes structured gym time to inspire both physical and reading literacy. Parent participation is required. Abbotsford Recreation Centre 18mo - 2yrs Nov 3 - Dec 8 F 11:30am - 12:30pm 6/$43 323803 3yrs - 5yrs Nov 1 - Dec 20 W 11:30am - 12:30pm 8/$57.50 323804
EARLY YEARS EDUCATION Ready Set Fun - Toddler Program (2yrs - 3yrs) Join in the excitement of learning in a structured, safe and social environment. This gradual entry to preschool provides a gentle separation promoting trust, confidence and independence. Circle time, story time, and gym time included. Taught by experienced teachers. No class Oct 9, Nov 13. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 11 - 27 M, W 9:00am - 11:00am 6/$108 325229 Sep 12 - 28 Tu, Th 9:00am - 11:00am 6/$108 325233 Sep 15 - 29 F 9:00am - 11:00am 3/$54 325237 Oct 2 - 30 M, W 9:00am - 11:00am 8/$144 325230 Oct 3 - 31 Tu, Th 9:00am - 11:00am 9/$162 325234 Oct 6 - 27 F 9:00am - 11:00am 4/$72 325238 Nov 1 - 29 W, M 9:00am - 11:00am 8/$144 325231 Nov 2 - 30 Th, Tu 9:00am - 11:00am 9/$162 325235 Nov 3 - 24 F 9:00am - 11:00am 4/$72 325239 Dec 1 - 22 F 9:00am - 11:00am 4/$72 325240 Dec 4 - 20 M, W 9:00am - 11:00am 6/$108 325232 Dec 5 - 21 Tu, Th 9:00am - 11:00am 6/$108 325236
Nature Warriors (3yrs - 5yrs) Does your child have a love for everything outdoors? Explore the world through hands-on activities, nature games, storytelling and songs as they set off to become Nature Warriors. Participants must come prepared to be outside! Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 14 - Oct 26 Th 3:00pm - 3:45pm 7/$45.50 327429
NEW Sensory Gym & Play (18mo - 2yrs) Bring your little ones to squish, splash, smell and explore with us with a variety of sensory play stations. Sensory play aids in a crucial way to brain development, but it can be messy business at home. Each session will end with some gym time! Parent participation is required. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 13 - Oct 25 W 11:30am - 12:30pm 7/$50 323846 Nov 2 - Dec 21 Th 11:30am - 12:30pm 8/$57 323845
GENERAL INTEREST NEW Craft ‘n’ Play (3yrs - 5yrs) Pre-register for this weekly craft and play session. After creating your masterpiece the class will play games and get active. Parents can enjoy a fitness class while your children play. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 18 M 9:00am - 10:30am 1/$7 323745 Sep 25 M 9:00am - 10:30am 1/$7 323746 Oct 2 M 9:00am - 10:30am 1/$7 323747 Oct 16 M 9:00am - 10:30am 1/$7 323748 Oct 23 M 9:00am - 10:30am 1/$7 323749 Nov 6 M 9:00am - 10:30am 1/$7 323750 Nov 20 M 9:00am - 10:30am 1/$7 323751 Nov 27 M 9:00am - 10:30am 1/$7 323752 Dec 4 M 9:00am - 10:30am 1/$7 323744 Dec 11 M 9:00am - 10:30am 1/$7 323753 Dec 18 M 9:00am - 10:30am 1/$7 323755
Mad Scientists (3yrs - 5yrs) Do you like things that pop, fizz, erupt, glow and transform? You might just be the mad little scientist we are looking for! Grab your lab coat and join us for scientific discovery! Learn, create and experiment in a safe, structured environment where messes are part of the fun Abbotsford Recreation Centre Nov 7 - Dec 19 Tu 3:30pm - 4:15pm 7/$53.50 327380
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Early Years & Preschool Programs SPORTS Floor Hockey (3yrs - 5yrs) Children will learn skills like passing and shooting, with a focus on building a sense of team work and playing cooperatively. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 13 - Oct 25 W 10:30am - 11:15am 7/$45.50 323756 Nov 2 - Dec 21 Th 9:00am - 9:45am 8/$52 323757
Ice Rascals (3yrs - 5yrs) Get comfortable on ice! This program is for children who are newer to the rink. Children wear boots on ice and participate in games and activities. Equipment required: winter boots, CSA approved hockey helmet, appropriate winter clothing and gloves. Parent participation required. Skates/ ice cleats required while on the ice. No class Oct. 7, Nov. 11. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 9 - Oct 28 Sa 9:30am - 10:00am 7/$56 325563 Sa 9:30am - 10:00am 6/$48 325648 Nov 4 -Dec 16
Kinder-Karate for Preschoolers (4yrs - 6yrs) Children will learn some fundamentals of the dojo etiquette, respect, sportsmanship and karate basics, including blocks, punches, and kicks. The focus of this program is to develop listening skills, balance, and coordination. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 20 - Oct 25 W 4:15pm - 5pm 6/$90 327537 Nov 1 - Dec 6 W 4:15pm - 5pm 6/$90 327538
FAMILY PRC
Fitness
DID YOU KNOW with our registered programs you can register a FAMILY OF 4 for only $20!
Family Fitness Programs show your family how to get active and live healthy together. Sign up for a family fitness program Or sign up for a Family Expert Sessions . Call TODAY!
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NEW Mini Movers (2yrs - 3yrs) Does your child love to run, jump, throw and roll? Bring out your little one to start their physical literacy journey with these interactive sports classes. Obstacle courses, songs and active games are incorporated to keep kids moving and grooving! Parent participation is required. No class Oct 9, Nov 13. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 11 - Oct 23 M 9:45am - 10:15am 6/$35.50 323797 Sep 12 - Oct 24 Tu 3:15pm - 3:45pm 7/$41 323798 Oct 30 - Dec 11 M 9:00am - 9:30am 7/$41 323801
Pajama Gym (1yrs - 5yrs) Bring your PJ’s with you and burn off all that energy before bedtime! This class is based around the ABC’s of physical literacy and will challenge your child through interactive circuit based obstacles. Parents, this isn’t just for the kids as this program is based on child and parent working together! Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 12 - Oct 24 Tu 6:00pm - 7:00pm 7/$50 323805 Nov 7 - Dec 19 Tu 6:00pm - 7:00pm 7/$50 323806
NEW Parachute Fun (3yrs - 5yrs) Active play, songs, creative movement and lots of parachute time! Get an active start and develop movement skills, coordination and social interaction with others. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 14 - Oct 26 Th 9:00am - 9:45am 7/$45.50 323807 NEW Rise & Play (18mo - 3yrs) Get an active start to your day! You and your toddler will enjoy this fun filled program of play, creative movement, and songs in a positive, stimulating and active environment. No class Oct 9. Parent participation is required. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 11 - Oct 23 M 9:00am - 9:30am 6/$35.50 323842 Nov 1 - Dec 20 W 9:00am - 9:30am 8/$47 323844
Early Years & Preschool Programs
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Skate, Story & Snack (2yrs - 5yrs) Join us for fun on the ice! This program introduces children to skating and the rink. Children experience a story on the ice followed by playtime and a cookie. Equipment required: skates, CSA approved helmet, appropriate winter clothing and gloves. Parent participation recommended - skates/ ice cleats required while on the ice. No class Oct. 7, Nov. 11. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 9 - Oct 28 Sa 9:00am - 9:30am 7/$56.00 325562 Nov 4 - Dec 16 Sa 9:00am - 9:30am 6/$48.00 325647
Soccer for 2YO’s (18mo - 2yrs) A high-energy program to introduce your toddler to the fun sport of soccer! Help your child learn the FUNdamental movement skills for soccer. Parent participation is required. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 13 - Oct 25 W 9:45am - 10:15am 7/$41 323930 W 9:45am - 10:15am 8/$47 323932 Nov 1 - Dec 20 Nov 7 - Dec 19 Tu 3:15pm - 3:45pm 7/$41 323931
Soccer for Tots (3yrs - 5yrs) Your little soccer star will participate in creative and imaginative games to learn basic soccer skills like dribbling, passing and shooting. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Nov 1 - Dec 20 W 10:30am - 11:15am 8/$52 323849 Nov 7 - Dec 19 Tu 4:00pm - 4:45pm 7/$46 323848
NEW Superhero Training (3yrs - 5yrs) Help your child discover their super powers! This program focuses on creating confident kids who can be Super Heroes every day! There is a physical focus on balance, flexibility, coordination and strength, while also promoting the development of social skills such as listening to instructions and working cooperatively with others. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 12 - Oct 24 Tu 9:00am - 9:45am 7/$45.50 323879
Tumbling for 2YOs (18mo - 2yrs) This program is designed to develop your toddler’s balance, agility and coordination skills. Parent participation is required. No class Nov 13. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 13 - Oct 25 W 9:00am - 9:30am 7/$41 323954 Oct 30 - Dec 18 M 9:45am - 10:15am 7/$41 323955
Tumbling (3yrs - 5yrs) Is your little monkey jumping on the bed? Rolling off the couch? This program will help develop your child’s balance, agility, strength and selfconfidence. Games, songs, and circuits based on basic gymnastic skills will be taught in a positive, fun and energetic environment. No class Nov 13. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 12 - Oct 24 Tu 4:00pm - 4:45pm 7/$45.50 323950 Oct 30 - Dec 18 M 10:30am - 11:15am 7/$45.50 323952
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NEW Sporting Edge (3yrs - 5yrs) Looking to prepare your child for team sports? This program takes a playful approach to exploring FUNdamental movement skills and creating body awareness while exploring a variety of fun sports and games. We will also focus on sportsmanship skills such as cooperation, respect and teamwork. No class Oct 9. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 11 - Oct 23 M 10:30am - 11:15am 6/$39 323939 Oct 31 - Dec 19 Tu 9:00am - 9:45am 8/$52 323940
Annual
Registration NOW OPEN
Register TODAY!
Our preschool program incorporates daily gym and physical activity, creative exploration through our interactive activity stations, circle time and school readiness component.
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One of the challenges of
family life on a budget is keeping the whole family active. Team sports can be out of reach for those watching their dollars, but the Smiths, Doreen, Cal and their four kids have not let a limited financial situation stand in their way. They take full advatage of the very affordable programs at ARC and MRC. Friday toonie swims are particular favourites as are the toonie skates Monday and Thursday afternoons at Abbotsford Recreation Centre Arena and Monday, Wednesday and Friday evenings at the Ice Experience Pond. The Smiths are saving for a one-year family pass; it offers access to the facilities, plus an expert session for each family member, which they plan to use to work on swim skills for the kids. Except Stephen, the youngest. He’s begging for skating time; he wants to be a hockey player when he grows up!
ARTS, CRAFTS & HOBBIES ART
NEW Acrylic Painting for Kids (9yrs - 12yrs) Learn a new skill or improve upon your existing artistic talents. Our skilled art instructor will build upon your talents and creativity while teaching you fundamental painting techniques. Take home an art piece you will be proud to display. All supplies included. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Nov 7 - Dec 19 Tu 4:45pm - 5:45pm 7/$75 323730 NEW Art Sampler (6yrs - 8yrs) Kids will discover their unique artistic abilities as they explore a variety of art mediums. Experiment with drawing, painting, clay, printmaking and more! Basic fundamentals of art will be taught with the opportunity for individual self-expression and imagination. All supplies are included. No class Oct 9. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 11 - Oct 23 M 3:30pm - 4:30pm 6/$64.50 323735 Nov 7 - Dec 19 Tu 3:30pm - 4:30pm 7/$75 323736
Build a Fairy House (6yrs - 12yrs) Join the fun craze of Fairy Gardens! Create, build and decorate enchanting little homes for a tiny fairy or gnome. Perfect for the garden, window sill or potted plants. Supplies included. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 18 - Oct 2 M 6:00pm - 7:00pm 3/$32 323743
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NEW Explore Watercolour and Pen & Ink Let your creatively flourish! This class will introduce you to a variety of watercolour painting techniques such as colour mixing, texture, light and shadow. Learn to incorporate pen & ink techniques to create stunning mixed media pieces. All supplies are included. No class Oct 9. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 11 - Oct 23 M 4:45pm - 5:45pm 6/$64.50 323957
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Children’s Programs
COOKING Kid Chefs - Cooking Around the World (5yrs - 12yrs)
GENERAL INTEREST
Take a trip with your taste buds! We will take a tour around the world through cooking. Explore cooking through the cuisine of Mexico, Japan, Greece and more! No passport required. No class Oct 9. Abbotsford Recreation Centre 5yrs - 8yrs Oct 30 - Dec 18 M 3:30pm - 4:30pm 7/$75 323793 9yrs - 12yrs Oct 30 - Dec 18 M 4:45pm - 5:45pm 7/$75 323784
NEW Great Escapes (6yrs - 12yrs) Explore the world through hands-on activities, nature themed games and creative play. Discover mud, bugs and plants with new friends as your leader takes you on an outdoor adventure you won’t soon forget! Participants must come prepared to be outside! Abbotsford Recreation Centre 6yrs - 8yrs Sep 13 - Oct 25 W 3:30pm - 4:30pm 7/$50 325279 9yrs - 12yrs Sep 13 - Oct 25 W 4:40pm - 5:40pm 7/$50 325280
Kid Chefs - Cookies and More Workshop (5yrs - 12yrs)
Kid’s Night Out (7yrs - 12yrs)
Get ready for the holidays and create delicious goodies for your family, friends, and of course Santa! Bake, create, and decorate a variety of sweets to take home and share. Abbotsford Recreation Centre 5yrs - 8yrs Nov 1 - Dec 20 W 3:45pm - 4:45pm 8/$86 323794 9yrs - 12yrs Nov 1 - Dec 20 W 4:45pm - 5:45pm 8/$86 323785
Kid Chefs - Creepy Eats (5yrs - 12yrs) Get your cauldron ready and for some creepy treats and eats. We will be creating a frightening array of food in this spooky chef class. Abbotsford Recreation Centre 5yrs - 8yrs Sep 12 - Oct 24 Tu 3:30pm - 4:30pm 7/$75 323792 9yrs - 12yrs Sep 12 - Oct 24 Tu 4:45pm - 5:45pm 7/$75 323783
DANCE NEW Dance Allsorts (6yrs - 12yrs) This course is an introduction to the basics of ballet, modern and jazz - all in one course. This lively sampler includes technique fundamentals and short dance combinations, all in a creative and recreational environment. Abbotsford Recreation Centre 6yrs - 8yrs Sep 15 - Oct 27 F 3:15pm - 4:15pm 7/$50 323741 9yrs - 12yrs Nov 3 - Dec 15 F 4:30pm - 5:30pm 6/$43 323742
Hip Hop (6yrs - 12yrs) This one-hour class will introduce kids to the world of Hip Hop dance. Participants will learn new dance moves and build confidence as they create an original dance routine. Abbotsford Recreation Centre 6yrs - 8yrs Nov 3 - Dec 15 F 3:15pm - 4:15pm 6/$43 323780 9yrs - 12yrs Sep 15 - Oct 27 F 4:30pm - 5:30pm 7/$50 323779
Parents need a break? Send your kids out for a fun night while you enjoy some well-deserved time off. Your kids will have a blast swimming, playing games and enjoying fun activities. Did we mention we also have pizza? Book early as space is limited! Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 29 F 6:00pm - 9:00pm 1/$22 323788 Oct 28 Sa 6:00pm - 9:00pm 1/$22 323789 Nov 17 F 6:00pm - 9:00pm 1/$22 323790 Dec 16 Sa 6:00pm - 9:00pm 1/$22 323791 Matsqui Recreation Centre Oct 6 F 6:00pm - 9:00pm 1/$22 326429 Dec 1 F 6:00pm - 9:00pm 1/$22 326430
Mad Scientists (5yrs - 8yrs) Do you like things that pop, fizz, erupt, glow and transform? You might just be the mad scientist we are looking for! Grab your lab coat and join us for scientific discovery! Learn, create and experiment in a safe, structured environment where messes are part of the fun. No class Nov 13. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 12 - Oct 24 Tu 6:00pm - 7:00pm 7/$64.50 323795 Oct 30 - Dec 18 M 6:00pm - 7:00pm 7/$64.50 323796
Zoology (5yrs - 7yrs) This program is an extension of Mad Scientists for children who want to learn more about a particular topic. Zoology explores the world of animals through a variety of activities such as art, storytelling, crafts, and science experiments. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Nov 7 - Dec 19 Tu 4:30pm - 5:30pm 7/$50 327379
SAFETY KIDPROOF - Cybersafe (8yrs - 12yrs) The fastest growing segment of Internet users are young children. It is impossible to ignore any longer and vital to prepare kids at an early age to be cyber safe. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Oct 18 W 5:30pm - 7:30pm 1/$28.50 325379 Dec 6 W 5:30pm - 7:30pm 1/$28.50 325380
KIDPROOF - Youth Home Alone (9yrs - 13yrs) After school time and the occasional short outings for parents are easily dealt with when children are prepared. The main focus of the workshop is home and personal safety tips, including: how to respond safely to phone calls, responsibilities when at home alone and dealing with emergency situations. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 14 Th 5:30pm - 7:30pm 1/$28.50 323781 Nov 25 Sa 3:30pm - 5:30pm 1/$28.50 323782
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Low cost and FREE ways to play with Abbotsford Parks, Recreation & Culture Drop-in Sports
$2 Drop-in
Early Riser Basketball
Mon - Sun
6am - 8:00am
ARC
Late Night Basketball
Mon/Wed/Fri/Sat/Sun
10pm - 12am
ARC
Late Night Soccer
Tues
10pm - 12am
ARC
Late Night Volleyball
Thurs
10pm - 12am
ARC
Family Activities
Child Admission (Parent and Babies under 12months FREE)
Open Playtime
Mon - Fri
10:00am - 11:30am
ARC
Open Playtime
Sat
9am - 11am
ARC
Senior Activities
Become a Senior Activity Centre member for only $25/year or drop-in for $2
Art in the ARC
Mon
1pm - 4pm
ARC
Euchre
Mon
7pm - 9:30pm
ARC
Billiards
Mon - Sun
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Knitwits
Thurs
10am - 11:30am
ARC
Swimming
$2 Drop-in
Toonie Swim
Mon - Sat
9pm - 10pm
MRC
Quiet Toonie Swim
Tues , Thurs - Sat
9pm - 10pm
ARC
*Parent & Tot Toonie Swim
Fri
10am - 12pm
MRC
*Toonie Swim Waves & Slide
Fri
2:30pm - 3:30pm
MRC
Toonie Swim Waves & Slide
Sun
9:30am - 11:45am
MRC
Toonie Family Swim
Sun
11am - 1pm
ARC
Toonie Swim
Sun
7:30pm - 8:30pm
MRC
Toonie Skate
Mon/Wed/Fri
8pm - 9:15pm
ARC Ice Experience
Toonie Skate
Mon/Thur
2:45pm - 4pm
ARC Main Ice
Parent & Tot Toonie Skate
Tues
9am - 10:30am
ARC Ice Experience
Weight Room
$2 Drop-in
Late Night Workout
Mon - Sun
10pm - 12am
ARC
Skating
Please check for holiday exceptions * No Toonie Swim on School District Pro-D days and breaks.
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Children’s Programs
SPORTS NEW Abbotsford Boxing - Junior Class (7yrs - 11yrs) This non-contact boxing class is comprised of cardio, circuit training, technical boxing and core exercises. Participants will learn proper stance, difference punch combinations and defense. Each class is for all levels from beginners to advanced. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 12 - Oct 24 Tu 3:45pm - 4:45pm 7/$64.50 327529 Nov 7 - Dec 19 Tu 3:30pm - 4:30pm 7/$64.50 327530
BC Bounce Basketball (5yrs - 15yrs)
P.E. for Home Schooled Children (6yrs - 12yrs) Physical education is an integral part of every child’s development. This course will provide your child the opportunity to build physical literacy and gain confidence in new games and sports in a supportive and engaging environment. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 12 - Oct 24 Tu 11:45am - 12:45pm 7/$50 323829 Sep 14 - Oct 26 Th 11:45am - 12:45pm 7/$50 323830 11:45am - 12:45pm 8/$57.50 323831 Oct 31 - Dec 19 Tu Nov 2 - Dec 21 Th 11:45am - 12:45pm 8/$57.50 323832
Soccer (6yrs - 12yrs)
A league for the youth of our community, providing them experiences to develop basketball skills. The primary objective of BC Bounce is to build a minor basketball program. Coaches are dedicated to developing youth and emphasize the values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Reduced rates for additional children from same family registered. No class Oct. 9, Nov. 13. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Grades K - 3 Sep 18 - Nov 25 M, Sa 4:00pm - 5:00pm 18/$220.50 325029 Sep 20 - Nov 24 W, F 4:00pm - 5:00pm 20/$220.50 325032 Grades 4 - 6 Sep 18 - Nov 25 M, Sa 5:00pm - 6:00pm 18/$220.50 325030 Sep 20 - Nov 24 W, F 5:00pm - 6:00pm 20/$220.50 325033 Grades 7 - 10 Sep 18 - Nov 25 M, Sa 6:00pm - 7:00pm 18/$220.50 325031
Come on out for the FUNdamental skills of soccer. Learn and develop the ABCs of movement: agility, balance, coordination and speed, as well as running, jumping, twisting, throwing and catching through fun games and activities. No class Oct 7, Nov 11. Abbotsford Recreation Centre 6yrs - 8yrs Sep 14 - Oct 26 Th 3:30pm - 4:30pm 7/$50 323933 Nov 4 - Dec 16 Sa 9:00am - 10:00am 5/$36 323935 Nov 7 - Dec 19 Tu 4:45pm - 5:45pm 7/$50 323934 9yrs - 12yrs Sep 14 - Oct 26 Th 4:45pm - 5:45pm 7/$50 323936 Sep 16 - Oct 28 Sa 9:00am - 10:00am 6/$43 323937 Nov 7 - Dec 19 Tu 3:30pm - 4:30pm 7/$50 323938
Kid’s Floor Hockey (6yrs - 12yrs)
SWIMMING
Grab your stick and join us for some fun floor hockey! Learn and develop agility, balance, coordination and speed, as well as running, passing, twisting and shooting through fun games and activities. No class Oct 7, Nov 11, Dec 2. Abbotsford Recreation Centre 6yrs - 8yrs Sep 16 - Oct 28 Sa 10:15am - 11:15am 6/$43 323786 9yrs - 12yrs Nov 4 - Dec 16 Sa 10:15am - 11:15am 5/$36 323787
NEW Karate for Beginners (7yrs +) This program will introduce the basics of Japanese Shotokan Karate. Participants will be taught dojo etiquette, respect, basic stances, blocks and strikes along with simple self-defense. At the end of the program students will be given the opportunity to join and belt test at the Abbotsford Shotokan Karate Dojo. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 20 - Oct 25 W 5:15pm - 6:15pm 6/$120 327539 Nov 1 - Dec 6 W 5:15pm - 6:15pm 6/$120 327540
Learn to Play Badminton (6yrs - 12yrs) Learn the foundation of badminton techniques and footwork. The program introduces the basic racquet skills and develops the ABCs of movement: agility, balance and coordination required for badminton. All skill levels welcome. Abbotsford Recreation Centre 6yrs - 8yrs Sep 12 - Oct 24 Tu 3:30pm - 4:30pm 7/$50 323737 Nov 2 - Dec 21 Th 3:30pm - 4:30pm 8/$57.50 323738 9yrs - 12yrs Sep 12 - Oct 24 Tu 4:45pm - 5:45pm 7/$50 323739 Nov 2 - Dec 21 Th 4:45pm - 5:45pm 8/$57.50 323740
Homeschool Swim Lessons These Red Cross swim lessons are scheduled conveniently for home schooled students, your swim lesson time will be decided based on level and will be at either 1:00pm or 1:45pm and each lesson is 45 min. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 5 - Oct 24 Tu 1:00pm - 1:45pm 8/$ 68.50 327639 Sep 5 - Oct 24 Tu 1:45pm - 2:30pm 8/$ 68.50 327640 Oct 31 - Dec 19 Tu 1:00pm - 1:45pm 8/$ 68.50 327641 Oct 31 - Dec 16 Tu 1:45pm - 2:30pm 8/$ 68.50 327642
Junior Lifeguard Club (8yrs - 12yrs) Learn to perform a water rescue, CPR and a multitude of other skills in a fun, interactive environment. The Lifesaving Society’s Junior Lifeguard Club is a perfect match for the aspiring swimmer or even beginners! Swimmers need to have completed Level 5 or able to swim 2 lengths of the pool comfortably. No class Oct 7. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 9 - Nov 4 Sa 10:30am - 12:30pm 8/$154 327637 Nov 18 - Dec 16 Sa 10:30am - 12:30pm 5 /$96.25 327638
KIDS EXPRESS
Created with a parent’s workout in mind! Kids Express is fun, social, fast-paced and engaging! Supervised by a Recreation Leader; your child will find “fit play” has never been so fun!
Abbotsford Recreation Centre Gymnasium Thursdays, 4:30pm - 6:15pm
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Teens looking to make a
difference can look no further than MRC or ARC for special training and experience. Like Sasha and Francine did. Sasha has always wanted to be a lifeguard. He’s working to quaify for the Bronze Medallion and Bronze Cross courses this fall, and hopes to be a certified lifeguard next summer. While learning lifesaving skills like Children Avatars CPR, spinal injury first aid, solo and partner rescues and first aid, he’ll also learn how to teach the skills he’s acquired through his Red Cross lessons. Francine, 16, has a goal to “help others someday”. Last summer she joined the Recreation Leadership Training Course, specifically designed to help youth develop work and volunteer skills. Francine loved the course’s focus on Avatars goal-setting, Family team-building, self-expression and community volunteer experiences, and has put her new-found knowledge to work as avolunteer at ARC, helping with day camps for kids. Youth Avatars
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FITNESS Teen Weight Room Orientation (13yrs+) Teens are able to work-out in Abbotsford PRC facilities during designated times without adult supervision with the successful completion of the Teen Weight Room Orientation. Join our BCRPA-registered instructor for a safe, supervised educational workout. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 12 Tu 6:00pm - 7:30pm 1/$14.44 325731 Nov 14 Tu 6:00pm - 7:30pm 1/$14.44 325733 Matsqui Recreation Centre Oct 17 Tu 6:00pm - 7:30pm 1/$14.44 325732 Dec 12 Tu 6:00pm - 7:30pm 1/$14.44 325734
SWIMMING Bronze Star (12yrs)
Adult Ava
Bronze Star is designed to deliver high-performance training for pre-teens. Candidates learn CPR, land spinal recovery, solo and partner rescues, searches & first-aid skills. Must be able to swim 400m. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 9 - 17 Sa, Su 9:00am - 11:30am 4/$74 326129 Oct 14 - 28 Sa 10:00am - 1:30pm 4/$74 326130 Dec 27 - 30 W - Sa 9:00am - 11:30am 4/$74 326131
Home School Swim Lessoons
These Red Cross swim lessons are scheduled conveniently for home schooled students, your swim lesson time will be decided based on level and will be at either 1:00pm or 1:45pm and each lesson is 45 min. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 5 - Oct 24 Tu 1:00pm - 1:45pm 8/$69.50 327639 Sep 5 - Oct 24 Tu 1:45pm - 2:30pm 8/$69.50 327640 Oct 31 - Dec 19 Tu 1:00pm - 1:45pm 8/$69.50 327641 Oct 31 - Dec 16 Tu 1:45pm - 2:30pm 8/$69.50 327642
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Youth Events Halloween Makeup Challenge Calling all makeup artists. Drop into the MRC or ARC youth centre and get ready for your Halloween transformation. Do your own makeup or bring a friend to make up! October 31 2:30pm -5pm Winter Break Join us for fun activities such as baking, crafts, sports and tournaments each day. Contact www.abbyyouth.com for times and locations. We have Moved! the Abbotsford Youth Commission Office has moved to Sweeney Neighbourhood Centre 33355 Bevan Avenue
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Volunteer Opportunities PARKS Adopt a Park/Trail Adopt a Street One Time Beautification Corporate Volunteering Community Clean up Week RECREATION Arenas Aquatics Day Camps Art & Recreation Programs Sport Programs CULTURE Special Events Traffic Control
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Volunteer ...You’ll be glad you did! Contribute to your Community by volunteering with the City of Abbotsford.
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FALL PROGRAMS
FOR YOUTH 12YRS - 18YRS Our Youth Centres are a welcoming, safe place for youth to hang out and are fully staffed. Drop in to connect with other youth and engage in a variety of fun recreational activities.
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FREE DROP-IN PROGRAMS AYC @Abbotsford Recreation Centre - 2499 McMillan Road Youth Drop-in 2:30pm - 5pm
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Youth Drop-in 2:30pm -10pm
Youth Drop-in 7pm -10pm
Open Gym 7pm - 8pm
Open Gym 8pm - 10pm
FREE DROP-IN PROGRAMS AYC @Matsqui Recreation Centre - 3106 Clearbrook Road (Sept - June) Youth Drop-in 2:30pm - 5pm
Youth Drop-in 2:30pm - 5pm
Youth Drop-in 2:30pm - 5pm
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Youth Drop-in 2:30pm -10pm
REGISTERED PROGRAMS BABYSITTERS TRAINING COURSE (11yrs -15yrs) This Red Course program will teach you the skills to care for infants to school aged children and help you become a responsible babysitter. Certificate provided upon completion. Sep 22 F 9am - 4:30pm 1/$55 Oct 20 F 9am - 4:30pm 1/$55 Nov 4 Sa 9am - 4:30pm 1/$55 Nov 24 F 9am - 4:30pm 1/$55 Dec 16 Sa 9am - 4:30pm 1/$55 FOODSAFE (14yrs - 18yrs) This Level 1 course is for food service front line workers such as bus persons, servers, dishwashers and cooks. FOODSAFE certificate upon completion. Sep 30 Sa 9am - 4:30pm 1/$75 Oct 20 F 9am - 4:30pm 1/$75 Nov 24 F 9am - 4:30pm 1/$75 GIRLS NIGHT (12yrs -16yrs) Corn Maze, Dance, Laser Tag, Bowling and more..sound fun? Girls Night encourages girls to try new activities as a fun way to healthier living. Activities held at various locations. Oct 11 - Nov 29 W 7pm - 8:30pm 8/$45 GUYS NIGHT (12yrs -16yrs) Come try out Rock Climbing, Bowling, Martial Arts, Corn Maze and more! Guys Night is a recreational program that introduces guys to a variety of activities in the community. Activities held at various locations. Oct 10 - Dec 5 Tu 7pm - 8:30pm 8/$45
FREE PROGRAMS
YOUTH NIGHT (12yrs - 16yrs) Guys and girls join together to participate in fun activities such as Bowling, Laser Tag, Corn Maze and more! Activities are at various locations. Oct 12 - Nov 30 Th 7pm - 8:30pm 8/$45 LEADERSHIP TRAINING (12yrs -18yrs) Earn a leadership certificate through this fun engaging one day course. Learn communication, teambuilding and conflict mangagement skills all while increasing your leadership potential. Oct 16, 23, 30 M 6pm - 8pm 3/$50 EMPLOYMENT READINESS (14yrs - 18yrs) This fun interactive course will help you prepare a resume, take you through the interview process and give you the competitive edge you need to get a job. Nov 23 Th 9am - 4pm FREE *Financial Assistance may be available for some programs. Register early to ensure your spot! WINTER BREAK Come hang out with us over winter break. Fun activities planned each day such as tournaments, crafts, games, sports and more. AYC at Abbotsford Recreation Centre Check out our website for hours, activities and upcoming special events.
Abbotsford Youth Commission
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Drop-In Basketball Abbotsford Middle School Oct - Jun W 8pm - 10pm Drop-In Floor Hockey & Soccer We split the gym in half, you choose a side. All skill levels welcome, equipment provided if needed. Ag-Rec Centre Gate 2 Sept - Jun Th 3:30pm - 5pm FREE DINNER NIGHTS (12yrs - 18yrs) Twice a month at our AYC Youth Centres we host a “family style” sit down dinner. Youth help prepare and serve the dinners. Check our website for dates and times. YOUTH FOCUS (12yrs - 18yrs) This group meets once a week to learn leadership skills, meet new friends and have a say about what activities happen in our youth centres. Contact us for information on dates and times.
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Abbotsford Youth Commission - Everyone belongs * NEW LOCATION * Sweeney Neighbourhood Centre 33355 Bevan Ave l 604.854.8785 l info@abbyyouth.com l www.abbyyouth.com
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Work Out
PRC
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Get your TEEN ORIENTATION
GREEN CARD and start working out at ARC and MRC!
Our fitness experts will explain Weight Room Etiquette and show you proper exercises techniques specific to teens. Program is exclusive to teens 13yrs - 15yrs.
Visit us on line at www.direct2rec.com to book your orientation TODAY!
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Inclusion and Accessible Programs
The City of Abbotsford is committed to making the Parks, Recreation & Culture facilities welcoming, inclusive and accessible to all Abbotsford residents.
Did you know… • Pepin Brooke Park playground has adaptable features • Mill Lake trails are wheelchair accessible • There is Wheelchair Basketball and Adapted Sports Zone at ARC • Swim Lessons are available with a 1-to-1 volunteer • Goalball - Sports for Blind and Visually Impaired at ARC 24
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Do you or a family member need support to participate in one of our registered recreation programs? The City of Abbotsford is developing our 1-to-1 Volunteer Program. Our youth volunteers will provide assistance with crafts, games and great sports activities (personal care assistance is not provided). 1-to-1 volunteers assist children with focusing on the task at hand, explaining directions and group inclusion.
Personal Care Assistance:
We encourage individuals with diverse abilities to participate in our programs, however, those needing personal care assistance such as toileting, feeding or dressing, will need to make personal arrangements for this assistance. **Diverse abilities include mental health, physical or intellectual challenges**
Become a volunteer with the PRC Inclusion and Accessibility Programs TODAY! Contact the Volunteer Coordinator at 604.557.7050
If you are looking for additional assistance to participate, contact the ARC Manager at 604.853.4221 or the MRC manager at 604.855.0500
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RECREATION CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Lifeguard and Swim Instructor Training ...................27 Fitness Trainer/Instructor .........................................28 Community Recreation Leader ................................28 Facility Maintenance Technician II ............................29 Community Volunteer .............................................30
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Become a Lifeguard and/or Swim Instructor The City of Abbotsford offers training programs and courses you need to become an Aquatic Professional!
= Lifesaving Society = Red Cross
BRONZE STAR Prerequisites: ability to swim 9yrs - 12yrs
BRONZE MEDALLION Prerequisites: 13yrs OR Bronze Star
WSI PREP Prerequisites: 15yrs & Bronze Cross OR Standard First Aid
BRONZE CROSS Prerequisites: Bronze Medallion
STANDARD FIRST AID (14-16 hours) Prerequisites: 14yrs
WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR Prerequisites: 15yrs & WSI Prep (or equivalent)
LIFESAVING INSRUCTOR Prerequisites: 16yrs & Bronze Cross
NATIONAL LIFEGUARD POOL Prerequisites: 16yrs & Bronze Cross & Standard First Aid
WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR
LIFESAVING INSTRUCTOR
NATIONAL LIFEGUARD WATERPARK Prerequisites: 16yrs & NL Pool Option
NATIONAL LIFEGUARD
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Looking for a rewarding career as a Weight Trainer, Personal Trainer or a Group Fitness Instructor? Get started on your path to a career in fitness! FITNESS THEORY COURSE Prerequisite course for all other Fitness Instructor Courses Length: 32 hours
GROUP FITNESS TO MUSIC COURSE Length: 30 hours Prerequisite: Fitness Theory
AQUATIC FITNESS TO MUSIC COURSE Length: 20 hours Prerequisite: Fitness Theory
Boost your Fitness Knowledge Once you have completed your basic course requirements, your career in fitness can be specialized. There are many courses and workshops to peak your interest and excel your leadership.
WEIGHT TRAINING COURSE LEVEL 1 Prerequisite to Personal Training Length: 20 hours Prerequisite: Fitness Theory
WEIGHT TRAINING COURSE LEVEL 2 Length: 20 hours Prerequisite: Weight Training 1
PERSONAL TRAINING COURSE Length: 30 hours Prerequisite: Weight Training 1
Once certified the City of Abbotsford offers ongoing continuing education courses.
Become a Community Recreation Leader Get started on your path to a career in Community Recreation! RECREATION LEADERSHIP TRAINING Run seasonally through PRC
ARTS, ADAPTED, SCIENCE, SPORTS & MORE
VOLUNTEERING www.abbotsford.ca/volunteer RECREATION LEADER
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RECREATIONAL CAMP LEADER
PRESCHOOL ASSISTANT OR LEADER
CARE ERS & VOLUNTEERS
Become a Facility Maintenance Technician II (FMT2)
Always wanted to drive the Zamboni? Have a knack for repairing things? Great at chemistry? The City of Abbotsford’s FMT2 position may be the role for you! The two main responsibilities of the FMT2 are maintaining the ice in our city’s arenas and keeping water chemistry balanced in our pools. ARENAS Refrigeration Plant Operator Certificate from BC Safety Authority Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License
AQUATICS Pool Operator’s Certificate - Level 1 Pool Operator’s Certificate - Level 2
For a list of current courses and training opportunities please visit rfabc.com or bcrpa.bc.ca. In you are interested in becoming a Facility Maintenance Technician II, please visit the City of Abbotsford’s Careers page online for all current job postings.
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Gain experience working with children in a recreation environment!
Volunteer ...You’ll be glad you did! SIGN UP ONLINE www.abbotsford.ca/ volunteerapplication
We love to have volunteers assist with our programs at ARC and MRC. Volunteers provide our instructors with program assistance, set-up help as well as have a lot of fun! All recreation volunteers must meet the level 2 volunteer criteria.
CHOOSE AREA OF INTEREST ARENAS Minimum Age: 15 Additional Requirements; Two years of participation in an Organized Skating Sport AQUATICS Minimum Age: 15 Additional Requirements; Bronze Medallion WSI prep COMMUNITY RECREATION Minimum Age: 14 Day Camps, Art, Recreation & Sport Programs
PREPARE LEVEL 2 VOLUNTEER PKG. CONSENT TO CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK
PROVIDE 2 REFERENCE LETTERS AND 2 PIECES OF IDENTIFICATION
PROGRAM SPECIFIC REQUIREMENT DOCUMENTS eg: Aquatics - Bronze medallion
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PROGRAMS
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family life on a budget is keeping the whole family active. The Smiths, Doreen, Cal and their four kids have not let a limited financial situation stand in the way of fitness and fun. Friday toonie swims, at noon,are particular favourites. The family also takes advantage of the toonie skates at ARC Arena and Ice Experience Pond, while Cal plays drop-in volleyball and soccer, perfect for his shiftwork schedule, for a toonie. Passes also help. Doreen uses hers when the kids are in school for drop-in HIIT, yoga and cycling classes. The family saves each year for a one-year family pass, which includes an expert session for each Preschool Avatars of them. They plan to work on swimming skills - except for the youngest - he wants to be a hockey player when he grows up!
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Adult Avatars
ARTS, CRAFTS & HOBBIES NEW Art Escape We are here to help you discover your inner artist! Our talented instructor will guide you during your creative learning process with materials and different techniques. Create an elaborate piece of art work you can take pride in. All materials provided. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Oct 12 Th 7:00pm - 9:00pm 1/$31.50 323731 Nov 30 Th 7:00pm - 9:00pm 1/$31.50 323732
FITNESS
CROSS TRAINING Get Up & Go
This class is an entry level exercise program for seniors with balance and mobility impairments. It is a safe class designed to improve strength, balance and coordination as well has functional ability, independence and quality of life. Please contact Fraser Health Fall and Injury Prevention at 604-587-7866 for referral information. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 5 - Oct 26 Tu, Th 1:00pm - 1:45pm 16/$94.50 325079 Nov 2 - Dec 21 Th, Tu 1:00pm - 1:45pm 15/$84.50 325331
Zumba Toning
Combine targeted body-sculpting exercises and high-energy cardio work with Latin-infused Zumba moves to create a calorie-torching, strength-training dance fitness party. Using Zumba Toning sticks or light weight dumbbells, you’ll work every muscle group while you groove. Salsa, Merengue and tone your way to this awesome class. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 11 - Oct 23 M 7:30pm - 8:30pm 6/$70.35 323894 Sep 14 - Oct 26 Th 7:30pm - 8:30pm 7/$82.43 323896 Nov 2 - Dec 21 Th 7:30pm - 8:30pm 8/$93.98 323897 Nov 6 - Dec 18 M 7:30pm - 8:30pm 6/$70.35 323895
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Adult Programs
PRE/POST NATAL
PREVENTATIVE HEATH
Get a great workout and still attend to baby’s needs at any time. Focus is on strengthening and lengthening through muscular endurance, postnatal specific core work and flexibility. Benefit from increased energy, improved posture, less aches and pains and a stronger core. Matsqui Recreation Centre Sep 12 - Oct 26 Tu, Th 10:45am - 11:45am 14/$157 323961 323962 Oct 31 - Dec 21 Tu, Th 10:45am - 11:45am 16/$179
This program is for anyone who has a history of a heart attack, heart surgery or angioplasty and has been cleared by a physician to participate in physical activity. Participants first register to Cardiac Rehabilitation Program, once graduated from the CRP they are eligible for the Cardiac Maintenance Program. No class Oct 9, Nov 13. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 5 - 28 Tu, Th 7:30am - 8:30am 8/$54 323390 Sep 7 - 28 Th, M 3:30pm - 4:30pm 7/$47.25 323394 Oct 2 - 30 M, Th 3:30pm - 4:30pm 8/$54 323395 Tu, Th 7:30am - 8:30am 9/$60.75 323391 Oct 3 - 31 Nov 2 - 30 Th, Tu 7:30am - 8:30am 9/$60.75 323392 Th, M 3:30pm - 4:30pm 8/$54 323396 Nov 2 - 30 Dec 4 - 21 M, Th 3:30pm - 4:30pm 6/$40.50 323397 Dec 5 - 21 Tu, Th 7:30am - 8:30am 6/$40.50 323393
Mom & Me Yoga
Pre/Post Natal Circuit
Join us in this fun, safe workout led by a certified pre and post-natal exercise specialist. The circuit format includes cardio, strength, and core work allowing you to take each exercise at the level that is right for you. Pre-mobile babies welcome. No class Sept 30, Nov 11, Nov 25. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 16 - Oct 28 Sa 8:30am - 9:30am 6/$70.35 323886 Sa 8:30am - 9:30am 5/$58.80 323887 Nov 4 - Dec 17
Prenatal Aquafit
This is a specially designed exercise class for Moms-To-Be. An energizing low-impact aquatic fitness class designed to work the core muscles while providing a challenging cardio workout. This class is suitable for all stages of an uncomplicated pregnancy. Medical clearance (PAR MED-X) required prior to attending class. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 12 - 26 Tu 7:45pm - 8:45pm 3/$35.18 328925 Oct 3 - 24 Tu 7:45pm - 8:45pm 4/$47.25 328926 Nov 7 - 28 Tu 7:45pm - 8:45pm 4/$47.25 328927 Dec 5 - 19 Tu 7:45pm - 8:45pm 3/$35.18 328928
Cardiac Maintenance
Together in Movement and Exercise (TIME)
TIME is an exercise program tailored to benefit persons with neurological conditions after discharge from formal rehabilitation. This circuit exercise program is in partnership with Fraser Health and is overseen by BCRPA registered instructors. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 6 - 27 W 1:00pm - 2:00pm 4/$50.40 325332 Sep 8 - 29 F 1:00pm - 2:00pm 4/$50.40 325333 Oct 4 - 25 W 1:00pm - 2:00pm 4/$50.40 325334 Oct 6 - 27 F 1:00pm - 2:00pm 4/$37.80 325335 Nov 1 - 29 W 1:00pm - 2:00pm 5/$63 325436 Nov 3 - 24 F 1:00pm - 2:00pm 4/$50.40 325437 Dec 1 - 22 F 1:00pm - 2:00pm 3/$37.80 325439 Dec 6 - 20 W 1:00pm - 2:00pm 4/$50.40 325438
Mom & Baby Aquafit
Foster your baby’s natural love of water while you enjoy a challenging aquatic workout. Swim diaper, bathing suit or onesie is recommended for baby. Baby should be able to hold head up steadily. Class is suited for moms and babies 5 - 24 months. Matsqui Recreation Centre Sep 15 - 29 F 11:00am - 11:45am 3/$35.18 328929 Oct 13 - 27 F 11:00am - 11:45am 3/$35.18 328930 Nov 3 - 24 F 11:00am - 11:45am 4/$47.25 328931 Dec 1 - 22 F 11:00am - 11:45am 4/$47.25 328932
Prenatal Yoga
Strengthen, stretch and breathe your way to a more comfortable pregnancy and improve posture, balance and flexibility through a series of pregnancy-safe yoga poses. Connect with other moms-tobe in your community as you enjoy the benefits for both you and baby in this class. No class Oct 9, Nov 13. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 11 - Oct 23 M 10:30am - 11:30am 6/$70.35 323888 Sep 14 - Oct 26 Th 6:15pm - 7:15pm 7/$82.43 323890 Oct 30 - Dec 18 M 10:30am - 11:30am 7/$82.43 323889 Nov 2 - Dec 21 Th 6:15pm - 7:15pm 8/$93.98 323891 Matsqui Recreation Centre Sep 16 - Oct 28 Sa 10:15am - 11:15am 7/$82.43 323964 Nov 4 - Dec 16 Sa 10:15am - 11:15am 6/$70.35 323965
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Adult Programs YOGA & PILATES Chair Yoga
This class is a gentle form of yoga. Our instructor will take you through movements sitting in a chair or standing using the chair for support. The chair takes away the difficulty of having to get up and down off the floor. You will learn many yoga postures, breathing techniques, meditation and ways of relaxation. No class Oct 9, Nov 13. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 11 - Oct 23 M 6:00pm - 7:00pm 6/$70.35 323882 Oct 30 - Dec 18 M 6:00pm - 7:00pm 7/$82.43 323883
Yoga Ball
YogaBALL- Align elements of Yoga and weights with the timeefficient foundation of moveBALL! Improve strength, stamina, balance, and flexibility, and endurance. 3 to 15 lbs is all you’ll need to feel energized and fit. Suitable for all levels, some yoga experience recommended. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 13 - Oct 25 W 10:30am - 11:30am 7/$82.43 323880 Nov 1 - Dec 20 W 10:30am - 11:30am 8/$93.98 323881
Yoga for Injury & Chronic Pain
When recovering from injury or on going pain, such as, fibromyalgia and arthritis our body needs special care and attention. This class helps you to cope with pain and other symptoms, like depression, that come with the healing process and help make the journey back to health. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 13 - Oct 25 W 7:15pm - 8:15pm 7/$82.43 323884 Nov 1 - Dec 20 W 7:15pm - 8:15pm 8/$93.98 323885
GENERAL INTEREST Partnership Dancing (16yrs+)
Our experienced instructor, Donna Phillips, will guide you and your partner through four diverse styles of dance. In an upbeat and supportive learning environment you’ll learn the basics or expand on your existing skills in Swing, Slow Night Club, Latin, and Ballroom. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Beginners Sep 13 - Nov 15 W 7:15pm - 8:15pm 10/$78.75 327535 Advanced Sep 13 - Nov 15 W 8:15pm - 9:15pm 10/$78.75 327536
SPORTS NEWAbbotsford Boxing (17yrs+) This non-contact boxing class is comprised of cardio, circuit training, technical boxing and core exercises. Participants will learn proper stance, difference punch combinations and defense. Each class is for all levels from beginners to advanced. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 12 - Oct 24 Tu 6:30pm - 7:30pm 7/$82.43 327533 Nov 7 - Dec 19 Tu 6:30pm - 7:30pm 7/$82.43 327534
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SWIMMING Masters Swim
Calling all triathletes, past competitive swimmers and recreational swimmers who want a great workout; our Master swim program is a swim practice that is designed to develop general strength, cardiovascular fitness and endurance. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 11 - Oct 2 M 7:30pm - 8:30pm 4/$ 25.75 327631 M 7:30pm - 8:30pm 3/$ 19.25 327632 Oct 16 - 30 Nov 6 - 27 M 7:30pm - 8:30pm 4/$ 25.75 327633 Sep 6 - Oct 4 W 7:30pm - 8:30pm 5/$ 32.00 327634 Oct 11 - 25 W 7:30pm - 8:30pm 3/$ 19.25 327635 Nov 8 - 29 W 7:30pm - 8:30pm 4/$ 25.75 327636
TRAINING
ADVANCED AQUATICS PLEASE SEE “AQUATICS” SECTION FOR ALL COURSE LISTINGS
FIRST AID CPR & AED
CPR C Basic Rescuer is an important course for everyone in the family, teaching vital lifesaving actions for infant, child and adult victims. This course allows you to properly recognize and respond to choking, cardiovascular, and breathing emergencies. Participants of all first aid experiences and back grounds are welcome. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 23 Sa 9:30am - 2:30pm 1/$85 326174 Oct 9 M 10:00am - 3:30pm 1/$85 326178 Oct 21 Sa 9:30am - 2:30pm 1/$85 326175 Nov 18 Sa 9:30am - 2:30pm 1/$85 326176 Dec 16 Sa 9:30am - 2:30pm 1/$85 326177
CPR & AED Recertification
This course is for recertification of CPR C & AED. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 30 Sa 9:00am - 12:30pm 1/$55 Oct 14 Sa 9:00am - 12:30pm 1/$55 Nov 14 Sa 9:00am - 12:30pm 1/$55 Dec 3 Sa 9:00am - 12:30pm 1/$55
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Emergency First Aid
Emergency First Aid is a practical course that will give you the basic skills and knowledge needed to prevent and effectively treat life threatening emergencies. This introductory course covers breathing and cardiovascular problems as well as bleeding emergencies. Participants will also be able to comfortably manage common injuries and accidents that occur in the household. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 23 Sa 9am - 5:00pm 1/$105 326169 Oct 9 M 10:00am - 6:00pm 1/$105 326173 Oct 21 Sa 9am - 5:00pm 1/$105 326170 Nov 18 Sa 9am - 5:00pm 1/$105 326171 Dec 16 Sa 9am - 5:00pm 1/$105 326172
Emergency First Aid Recertification
Emergency First Aid is a practical course that will give you the basic skills and knowledge needed to prevent and effectively treat life threatening emergencies. This course re certifies the emergency first aid and CPR with AED. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 30 Sa 9:00am - 2:30pm 1/$55 326183 Oct 14 Sa 9:00am - 2:30pm 1/$55 326184 Nov 12 Su 9:00am - 2:30pm 1/$55 326185 Su 9:00am - 2:30pm 1/$55 326186 Dec 3
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Standard First Aid
Standard First Aid is a comprehensive course that gives participants the ability to deliver first aid treatment in different environments. Standard first aid includes all emergency first aid course content plus victim management, hot and cold injuries, bone and joint injuries, sprains, wounds, head trauma, diabetes, burns and poisons. Includes CPR-C. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 23 - 24 Sa/Su 9am-5pm/9am-4pm 2/$160 326164 M/Tu 10am-6pm/10am-5pm 2/$160 326168 Oct 9 - 10 Oct 21 - 22 Sa/Su 9am-5pm/9am-4pm 2/$160 326165 Nov 18 - 19 Sa/Su 9am-5pm/9am-4pm 2/$160 326166 Sa/Su 9am-5pm/9am-4pm 2/$160 326167 Dec 16 - 17
Standard First Aid Recertification
This course is a recertification for Standard First Aid. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 30 Sa 9:00am - 5:00pm 1/$80 Oct 14 Sa 9:00am - 5:00pm 1/$80 Su 9:00am - 5:00pm 1/$80 Nov 12 Dec 3 Su 9:00am - 5:00pm 1/$80
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TRAINING
CFES Fitness Theory
The CFES Fitness Theory course is a prerequisite to all CFES instructor courses and is the first step in becoming a nationally-recognized fitness instructor. Expect this course to provide comprehensive information on anatomy and physiology necessary for instructing fitness clients. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 7 - 30 Th,Sa,Tu 7:30pm - 9:30pm 11/$295 325241
CFES Personal Training
Off-Site Drop-in Programs (18yrs+) Recreation attendant on duty; Inclusive etiquette & sportsmanlike conduct will be monitored
Badminton Drop-in
A community based program. You must bring your own equipment and ensure that clean, non-marking footwear is worn. Punch cards may be purchased at ARC or MRC. No sessions Sep 4, Oct 9, Nov 13, Dec 25, 27. Ten Broeck Elementary School September - March, Mondays and Wednesdays 7pm - 10pm 5/$10 or 10/$20
Men’s Roller Hockey
Join us for some fun, recreational roller hockey! Drop-in available on first come first served basis. Rollerblades, gloves, and CSA approved hockey helmets with chin strap properly fastened required. Punch cards may be purchased at ARC or MRC. Abbotsford Exhibition Park Tuesdays, Sept. - June 9pm - 10:30pm 5/$10 or 10/$20 Check the PRC Facebook page for cancellation dates each month
This is the final step to becoming a Personal Fitness Trainer, you will learn: client assessment, goals & expectations, program design, sport specific training, correct exercise technique and injuries, exercise motivation, nutrition management; business planning & legal expectations. Pre-requisites: CFES Fitness Theory & Wt Training Level 1. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Nov 7 - Dec 2 Tu,Th,Sa 7:30pm - 9:30pm 12/$295 325243
CFES Weight Training Level 1
The CFES Weight Training course includes information about weight training, equipment usage and teaching techniques necessary for program planning; a review of, anatomy, physiology, health screening and the application of scientific training principles. Prerequisite: CFES Fitness Theory. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Oct 7 - 26 Sa,Tu,Th 10:00am - 2:00pm 9/$270 325242
Getting Started! Expert Fitness Program Have one of our Certified Trainers take you through a basic full body machine based program. You will be taught how to properly adjust and perform an exercise for each major muscle group. Abbotsford Recreation Centre or Matsqui Recreation Centre $20/1 hr session Sign up at one of our facilities or call us today!
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PRC Facility Admission ADMISSION Child (2 & under)*except Open/Inflatable Playtime Child (3yrs - 12yrs)
Drop-in Free $3.15
Youth (13yrs - 17yrs)
$4.30
Student (ID required)
$4.30
Adult (18yrs +)
$6.00
Senior (60yrs+) Super Senior (80yrs+) *Abbotsford Residents only Family
$4.00
$12.40
Toonie Programs
$2.00
Skate Rentals
$3.25
Skate Sharpening
$6.10
Helmet Rentals
$2.15
Free
Rates include taxes. Fees have been rounded for ease of administration and customer service. Swipe Cards: 10 visits for 10% discount off the cost of 10 regular priced drop-in visits and 20 visits for 20% discount off the cost of 20 regular priced drop-in visits.
Child-minding Hours (NB - 10yrs) Check out our new Early Years Programs with lots of options to match your fitness class times! They can learn and grow while you work out, so BOTH benefit with us! Abbotsford Recreation Centre
Mon - Fri Mon - Th Sat
8:45am - 11:45am 4:15pm - 7:15pm 8:15am - 11am
First child $4.50 Addt’l children $1.75
10 visit swipe card $45 Care is available for up to 1.5 hrs. per visit. Child-minding limits are in effect. Tickets are sold on a first come, first served basis and will be available 15 minutes before the doors open. Schedule is subject to change based on attendance levels. Please note that childminding is NOT available on Stat holidays and Long Weekends.
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Abbotsford Recreation Centre Fitness Schedule 604.853.4221 September 5 - December 22 MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
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FRIDAY
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Cycle Express 5:45am - 6:30am
Morning HIIT 6am - 7am
Cycle Express 5:45am - 6:30am
Morning HIIT 6am - 7am
Cycle Express 5:45am - 6:30am
Morning HIIT 7am - 8am
Aqua Cardio 8:05am - 8:45am
No Sweat 7:30am - 8:30am
No Sweat 8am - 9am Aqua Cardio 8:05am - 8:45am
Aqua Cardio 8:05am - 8:45am
Aqua Spinning & Aqua Fit 9:05am - 9:50am
Aqua Spinning & Aqua Fit 9:05am - 9:50am
Aqua Spinning & Aqua Fit 9:05am - 9:50am
Aqua Spinning & Aqua Fit 9:05am - 9:50am
Aqua Cardio Blast 9:05am - 9:50am
No Sweat 8:30am - 9:30am Saturday Cycle 8:30am - 9:15am
Zumba 9:15am - 10:15am No Sweat 9:15am - 10:15am Yoga 101 9:15am - 10:15am
30min HIIT 9am - 9:30am Cycle Express 9:15am - 10am Cardio & Strength 9:30am - 10:30am *HIIT (Strollers welcome) 9:30am - 10:30am
Cycle Express 9:15am - 10am No Sweat 9:15am - 10:15am Fit Circuit 9:15am - 10:15am Yoga 101 9:15am - 10:15am
30min HIIT 9am - 9:30am Cycle Express 9:15am - 10am Step Interval 9:25am - 10:25am *HIIT (Strollers welcome) 9:30am - 10:30am
Zumba Gold 9am - 9:45am Total Body Fitness 9:15am - 10:15am *HIIT (Strollers welcome) 9:30am - 10:30am
Step & Strength 9:30am - 10:30am
Hatha Yoga 10:30am - 11:30am
Zumba 10:45am - 11:45am
Cycle Core 10:30am - 11:30am Bones & Balance 11am - 12pm
Pilates 10:30am - 11:30am
Bones & Balance 10:30am - 11:30am Zumba 10:30am - 11:30am Oldies But Goodies 10:45am - 12:30pm
Zumba 10:30am - 11:30am Synergy Circuit 10:30am - 11:30am
Bolly X 12pm - 12:50pm
Strength & Stretch 11:30am - 12:30pm
Bolly X 12pm - 12:50pm
Strength & Stretch 11:30am - 12:30pm
Silver Circuit 10:30am - 11:30am
SUNDAY
Aqua Circuit 1:05pm - 1:50pm
Beginner Spinner 2pm - 2:45pm
Aqua Zumba 1:05pm - 1:50pm
Beginner Spinner 2pm - 2:45pm
Aqua Circuit 1:05pm - 1:50pm
Dynamic Yoga 10am - 11am
Cycle Express 5:05pm - 5:50pm
No Sweat 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Cycle Express 5:05pm - 5:50pm
No Sweat 4:45pm - 5:45pm
HIIT Circuit 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Step Express 5pm - 5:45pm
HIIT Circuit 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Moveball HIIT 5pm - 5:45pm
Total Body Fitness 6pm - 7pm Aqua Spinning 6:35pm - 7:20pm Aqua Fit 6:35pm - 7:30pm
No Sweat 6pm - 7pm Zumba 6pm - 7pm
Pilates 6pm - 7pm Aqua Spinning 6:35pm - 7:20pm Aqua Fit 6:35pm - 7:30pm
No Sweat 6pm - 7pm Zumba 6pm - 7pm
Restorative Yoga 7:15pm - 8:15pm
Strength, Abs, Stretch & Cardio 7:15pm - 8:15pm
Restorative Yoga 8:20pm - 9:20pm
Strength, Abs, Stretch & Cardio 7:15pm - 8:15pm
Drop-in Fitness Etiquette • No late arrivals beyond 10 min. are permitted to any fitness classes. • Wear proper footwear for each class. • Make your workout your own. • Listen to your body and modify as you see fit. • Stay for the whole class. Cool down is an important part of your recovery. If you require further information, please call Abbotsford Recreation Centre at 604.853.4221 or Matsqui Recreation Centre 604.855.0500. * Intensity level can be modified for any ability. Please arrive to the class early to discuss options with the instructor.
No classes on long weekends and statutory holidays. Sep 2, 4, Oct 7-9, Nov 11-12 Schedule Subject to change without notice, please call ahead. Low-moderate Intensity (1-2): Great class for Low Impact while raising your heart rate for health benefits Moderate Intensity (3): Increase your heart rate for improved performance & overall total body fitness. Low to moderate impact. Some fitness experience recommended. Moderate-High Intensity (4): A cross between moderate impact with opportunities for higher level of cardiovascular and muscular strength training. Fitness experience recommended.
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Fitness Class Descriptions
Aqua Classes Aqua Circuit
This program is a low-impact, cardiovascular workout designed to strengthen all the major muscle groups and improve flexibility. Low intensity (1)
Aqua Cardio
This class incorporates both deep and shallow water. Low intensity (1)
Aqua Cardio Blast
Cycle Core
Cycle Fit classes are the ultimate indoor cycling experience for cardiovascular performance and cycling skills. Moderate intensity (4)
Cycle Express / Saturday Cycle
Same great class as our Cycle Core, however, 45 minutes in duration. Great for someone trying cycle for the first time! Moderate intensity (3)
Cardio & Strength
Taking Aqua Cardio to the next level. This class incorporates both deep and shallow water. Moderate-high intensity (4)
A wide variety of exercises designed to keep your heart pumping while gaining overall strength. Cardio intervals combined with innovative strength exercises are sure to burn fat and increase stamina. Low-moderate intensity (2)
Aqua Fit - Shallow Water
Oldies But Goodies
Aqua Spinning - Deep Water
Circuit Classes
Incorporates a variety of cardio and strength exercises that are sure to get your heart pumping! Add 12 times the resistance of air and the result is a high-quality cardiovascular workout! Low-moderate intensity (2) The perfect exercise for increasing cardiovascular fitness and core strength! Aqua Spinning is a challenging workout that uses the resistance of the water and a variety of equipment to make the workout more intense. Low-moderate intensity (2)
Aqua Zumba
This class incorporates the energy and excitement of Zumba with the resistance of water. Moderate-high intensity (4)
Active Adult Classes
Dance your heart away to the music you love. You will learn easy and fun dance moves that will keep you young! Get your groove on! Low-moderate intensity (2)
HIIT & Synergy Circuit
High energy weight workout in our HOIST and Synergy 360 workout zone to tone & trim! Strength training plus cardio designed to give an edge to your current level of fitness. Low-moderate intensity (2)
HIIT (strollers welcome to some classes)
High Intensity Interval Training is an interval/circuit full-body fitness class that allows you to work on stations at your own pace. No pressure to keep up, adaptable to men and women of all fitness levels. Low-moderate-high intensity (2-4)
Moveball HIIT
Bones & Balance
Increase bone density, range of motion, strength, balance & flexibility for those with osteoporosis, arthritis, or other health restricting issues, using a combination of equipment. We also offer a cardio version of this class. Low intensity (1)
Silver Circuit
Join us for a one-hour class that alternates walking track activities with stations emphasizing balance, strength, flexibility & core. This class incorporates our Hoist equipment & free weights to address muscle loss. Low-moderate intensity (2)
Strength & Stretch
An exciting 45 minute cardio and muscle conditioning training system that is perfect for all fitness levels. Moveball is a weighted rubber ball with two handles giving you a whole body cardiovascular and muscle conditioning workout. Low-moderate intensity (2-3)
No Sweat
No Sweat is a pre-choreographed weight resistance workout using the body bar and dumbbells. Helping to tone the body while promoting body fat loss, it is good for all ages, levels and for males and females. Moderate intensity (3)
Resistance training to resist aging! A timed circuit class that keeps you moving and motivated! Increase your strength, flexibility & cardiovascular health all in one session. Low-moderate intensity (2)
Cardio & Strength Classes Beginner Spinner
Want to try a cycle class but feel they are too intense? This is an easy introduction to our cycle classes. Bike setups, speed instruction and safety are reviewed. Moderate intensity (2-3)
For the most up-to-date fitness schedule visit us online at: www.abbotsford.ca
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Fitness Class Descriptions Step & Strength/Step Express/Step 101
Step your way to better health. A high-energy step aerobics class that combines strength training and cardio for maximum results. Moderate-high intensity (3-4)
Strength, Abs, Stretch & Cardio (SAS)
A total body stretch and sculpt using a variety of equipment to increase strength, muscle tone and flexibility. Moderate-high intensity (3-4)
Total Body Fitness
This group strengthening class will incorporate supersets, upper and lower body strength, core stability, balance, pre-exhaustive training and more to increase your metabolism and burn fat. Moderate-high intensity (4)
TRX Express/TRX Circuit
TRX is a total body workout utilizing suspension trainers and a variety of other equipment to develop strength, balance, flexibility and core strength using the leverage of gravity and your own body weight. Moderate-high intensity (4)
TRX/Step Interval
Looking for a great cardio class with some strength training thrown in? This is the class for you! Get back to step basics while increasing your cardiovascular health, then strengthen and stretch on our TRX suspension trainers. Moderate-high intensity (3-4)
Yoga and Pilates Classes Hatha Yoga
Hatha classes are great for working on your alignment, learning relaxation techniques, and becoming comfortable with doing yoga, while building strength and flexibility. Low-moderate intensity (1-3)
Pilates
The physical goal of Pilates is to increase flexibility and strength, without adding muscle mass. Classes may combine the use of exercise balls and bands. Moderate intensity (3)
Restorative Yoga
Restorative Yoga is about slowing down and opening the body through passive stretching. During long holds, your muscles relax deeply, since props are used to support your body instead of your muscles. This class is a good complement to more active practices and an excellent antidote to stress. Low-moderate intensity (2)
Yoga 101 / Dynamic Yoga
This class is the best place to start if you are new to yoga. Yoga has a unique way of strengthening and toning, improving flexibility and enhancing your sense of well-being. Low-moderate-high intensity (1-2-3)
Zumba Classes Bolly X
A Bollywood style dance fitness program that cycles between higher and lower intensity dance sequences. Moderate intensity (3)
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Zumba
Ditch the workout and join the party! Zumba is fusing hypnotic Latin rhythms & easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that will blow you away. Moderate intensity (3)
Weight Room Drop-in Programs Fit, Form & Function
High Intensity interval training is an interval/circuit full-body fitness class that allows you to work on stations at your own pace. No pressure to keep up, adaptable to men and women of all fitness levels.
Silver Circuit
Join us for a one-hour class that alternates walking track activities with stations emphasizing balance, strength, flexibility and core. This class incorporates our HOIST equipment and free weights to address muscle mass decline.
Strength & Stretch
Resistance training to resist aging! A timed circuit class that keeps you moving and motivated! Increase your strength, flexibility and cardiovascular health all in one session.
HIIT Circuit
High energy weight workout in our HOIST and Synergy 360 workout zone to tone & trim! Strength training plus cardio designed to give an edge to your current level of fitness.
Indoor Track Drop-in Programs Family Track Time
This is for families with children 7yrs and older. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
Senior Centre Track Time
Included with the Senior Activity Centre Membership. The track is still open for regular use.
HIIT*(High Intensity Interval Training)
Please use caution while accessing the track. Strollers will be on the track.
PERSONAL
training
Are you new to fitness? Coming back from an injury? Or are you looking to change things up with your workout?
Our Certified Personal Trainers at ARC and MRC are here to work with you and help you achieve you goals. $60 / 1 hr session
PRC
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ARC Track & Weight Room Schedule Abbotsford Recreation Centre Weight Room and Indoor Track Schedule 604.853.4221 September 5 - December 22 MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
Weight Room and Track open daily 5:30am - 12am Morning HIIT 6am - 7am
Morning HIIT 6am - 7am
Cardiac Rehab 7:30am -9:15am
Cardiac Rehab 7:30am -9:15am
*HIIT 9:30am - 10:30am (Strollers welcome)
*HIIT 9:30am - 10:30am (Strollers welcome) *Cardiac Rehab 9:30am - 11:15am
Synergy Circuit 9:15am - 10:15am (Strollers welcome)
*Cardiac Rehab 9:30am - 11:15am
*HIIT 9:30am - 10:30am (Strollers welcome)
Synergy Circuit 10:30am - 11:30am
Strength & Stretch 11:30am - 12:30pm *Cardiac Rehab 2:00pm -3:30pm
Morning HIIT 7am - 8am
Strength & Stretch 11:30am - 12:30pm
Family Track Time Strollers welcome 10:30am - 6pm
Silver Circuit 10:30am - 11:30am
*Cardiac Rehab 2:00pm -3:30pm Senior Centre Track Time 12:30pm - 3pm
*HOIST Circuit 5:30pm - 6:30pm
*Synergy Circuit 5:30pm - 6:30pm
• Classes listed above require the use of the track. Expect higher usage during these times. * Denotes that the HOIST circuit equipment is being used during that time and is unavailable to the general public. • Pole walking permitted. Poles must have rubber tips. • Use caution when entering and exiting the track. • Schedule subject to change without notice, please call ARC or visit our website at www.abbotsford.ca/prc for the most recent schedule. • Clean shoes and stroller wheels required to access the track. • Children under 7yrs must be in a stroller.
Cardiac Rehabilitation/ Maintenance Programs Gain knowledge and confidence to improve your health. This program is designed to support people who are at risk for a cardiovascular event or have suffered from a heart attack, heart surgery or angioplasty. The program is provided by the Fraser Health Authority Cardiac Rehabilitation and Prevention Program in a supervised enviroment. Please call 604.853.4221 for further details.
Track Information Direction: counter clockwise Track Distance: 150M, 3 Lanes 11 laps = 1 Mile / 6.5 laps = 1 km Inside Lane: Runners only / Middle Lane: Passing only Outside Lane: Walkers/Strollers/Wheelchairs
Weight Room Etiquette The following is provided to maximize your enjoyment and the use of the facility. • Appropriate clothing that provides adequate coverage must be worn. No jeans or obvious street clothing permitted and closed toe running shoes only. • Cell phone use is not permitted in the weight room or change rooms. • Bring a towel during your workout and wipe down equipment after use. • Handle equipment with care. Do not drop weights. • Participants must be 16 years of age or older to use the weight room. Teenagers 13yrs - 15yrs that have successfully completed a Teen Weight Training Orientation can attend without adult supervision. • Food is not permitted in the weight room and all beverages must be in a closed plastic container. • All personal belongings must be stored in a locker or cubby. • Please rack your weights when finished.
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ARC Gym Schedule
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Abbotsford Recreation Centre Gymnasium Schedule (M - W) September 5 - December 22 MONDAY Gym 1
TUESDAY Gym 2
Gym 1
*Early Riser Basketball 6am - 8:30am Early Years Program 9am - 9:45am
Open Playtime (NB - 5yrs) 10am - 12:30pm
Registered Programs 9am - 11:30am
*Open Gym 11:45am - 12:45pm
Adult Badminton (18yrs+) 1pm - 2:30pm
Adult Badminton (18yrs+) 1pm - 3pm
Adapted Sport Zone 2:45pm - 3:45pm
*Open Gym 3:15pm - 3:45pm
BC Bounce 4pm - 7pm
WEDNESDAY Gym 2
Gym 1
Gym 2
*Early Riser Basketball 6am - 7:45am
*Early Riser Basketball 6am - 8:30am Early Years Program 9am - 9:45am
*Open Gym 8am - 8:45am Registered Programs 9am - 9:45am Open Playtime (NB - 5yrs) 10am - 11:30am Adapted Sport Zone 11:45am - 12:45pm
Registered Programs 9am - 11:30am
Adult Badminton(18yrs+) 8:30am -11:30am Open Playtime (NB - 5yrs) 10am - 12:30pm Registered Programs 11:45am - 12:45pm
Adult Pickleball (18yrs+) 1pm - 3pm Registered Programs 3:15pm - 4:45pm Wheelchair Basketball 5pm - 6pm
*Open Gym 11:45am - 12:45pm Adult Pickleball (18yrs+) 1pm - 3pm *Open Gym 3:15pm - 3:45pm
Registered Programs 3:15pm - 7pm
Youth Basketball 6:15pm - 7:15pm
BC Bounce 4pm - 6pm *Open Gym 6:15pm - 7:15pm
*Open Badminton 7:30pm - 9:45pm
*Open Pickleball 7:30pm - 9:45pm
*Open Badminton 7:30pm - 9:45pm
$2 Late Night Basketball 10pm - 12am
$2 Late Night Indoor Soccer 10pm - 12am
$2 Late Night Basketball 10pm - 12am
Schedule subject to change without notice.
Gymnasium Code of Conduct Programs • Wait to enter gym until 5min prior to program start • Promptly finish game at time allotment • Exit gymnasium at end of program
Just ask us! • Staff will handle any large gym equipment such as nets and posts • Do not enter the storage area • Report all incidents and equipment concerns to the CR leader, Front desk or Shift Supervisor • Report any accidents, injury, incidents or clean up needed to staff immediately
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Equipment • Abbotsford provides basic level equipment for all to share, you are welcome to bring your own equipment
Etiquette • Please conduct yourself in a manner that fits our family friendly environment • Refrain from hanging on equipment (nets, hoops, etc) • This facility may be unsupervised at times, use at your own risk • Proper attire including closed footwear and shirt is required • Food is not permitted, water or sports drink must be in a plastic resealable container • Brochures, flyers and other materials must be approved by Facility Manager
ARC Gym Schedule
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Abbotsford Recreation Centre Gymnasium Schedule (Th - Su) 604.853.4221 September 5 - December 22 THURSDAY
FRIDAY
Gym 1
Gym 2 *Early Riser Basketball 6am - 7:45am
*Open Gym 8am - 8:45am Registered Programs 9am - 9:45am Open Playtime (NB - 5yrs) 10am - 11:30am
Adult Badminton (18yrs+) 8:30am - 11:30am
Adapted Sport Registered Zone Programs 11:45am - 12:45pm 11:45am - 12:45pm
Adult Pickleball (18yrs+) 1pm - 3pm
Gym 2
Gym1
*Early Riser Basketball 6am - 8:30am
SUNDAY Gym 2
*Early Riser Basketball 6am - 8:30am
Early Years *Open Gym Program 8:45am - 9:45am 9am - 9:45am
Open Playtime (NB - 5yrs) 9am - 11am
Registered Programs 9am - 11:30am
Gym 1 *Early Riser Basketball 6am - 8:15am
*Open Gym 8:30am - 9:15am
Inflatable Play Time (NB - 12yrs) 10am - 12pm Private Birthday Parties 11:30am - 3:30pm
Gym 2
Private Birthday Parties 9:15am - 3:45pm
*Open Badminton 8:30am - 11:30am
Goalball - Sport for Visually Impaired 12pm - 1:30pm
Adult Pickleball (18yrs+) 1pm - 3pm *Open Pickleball 1:45pm - 3:45pm
Afterschool Madness (6yrs-12yrs) 3:30pm - 4:30pm Kids Express (6yrs-12yrs) 4:30pm - 6:15pm
Gym 1
SATURDAY
Registered Programs 3:15pm - 7pm
Youth Basketball (13yrs-17yrs) 6:15pm - 7:15pm
BC Bounce 3:30pm - 6:45pm
BC Bounce 4pm - 6pm Inflatable Play Time (NB - 12yrs) 4pm - 6pm
Open Indoor Soccer (13yrs+) 7pm - 8pm
AYC Youth Open Gym 7pm - 8pm
*Open Pickleball 7:30pm - 9:45pm
Competitive Indoor Soccer (16yrs+) 8:15pm - 9:45pm
$2 Late Night Volleyball 10pm - 12am
$2 Late Night Basketball (16yrs+) 10pm - 12am
*Open Gym 6pm - 8pm *Open Basketball 8pm - 9:45pm
AYC Youth Open Gym 8pm - 10pm
$2 Late Night Basketball (16yrs+) 10pm - 12am
*Open Gym 6:15pm - 7:30pm Open Indoor Soccer (13yrs+) 7:45pm - 9:45pm $2 Late Night Basketball (16yrs+) 10pm - 12am
Please call 604.853.4221 or check www.abbotsford.ca/prc for the most current drop-in schedule.
Etiquette (continued) • Anyone under the influence of alcohol or drugs is not permitted in the facility • Excessively loud, offensive or abusive language or behaviour that threaten or disturbs others is not permitted • Cameras- For safety and protection of all our patrons, personal camera use is permitted within the facility only with staff permission • Cell Phones- Out of courtesy and safety of others, cell phone use may be limited to specific areas within the facility • Minors - Under the age of six years old must be closely attended by an adult
• Lockers are provided for your security and convenience • The City of Abbotsford is not responsible for lost or stolen articles • Please note that “court cleans” will be scheduled between 5:30am - 6am on Mon - Sun and 12pm - 12:30pm on Mon - Fri and 3:45pm on Saturday and Sunday. • Open drop-in programs marked an * are available for all ages. Parent participation is required for 8yrs and younger.
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Gym Drop-in Programs Family Drop-in Programs (NB - 12yrs) • Recreation attendant on duty. • Parents are responsible for the supervision of their children.
Open Playtime This playtime includes plasma cars, ride-ons, tumbling mats, mini floor hockey and basketball equipment, hoppers, balls, giant blocks and much more. (NB - 5yrs)
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Late Night Programs Late Night Basketball
Get your late night workout in with basketball! Equipment may be signed out from reception. For all levels of experience.
Late Night Indoor Soccer Join us for a late night session of co-ed indoor soccer. A fun, fast paced way to keep fit. For all levels of experience.
Inflatable Playtime
Late Night Volleyball
Your favourite playtime including all the regular toys. Bounce, climb and slide on our 2 storey inflatable bouncer. (NB - 12yrs)
Join us for a late night session of co-ed volleyball. A fun, fast paced way to keep fit. For all levels of experience.
Child Drop-in Programs (6yrs - 12yrs)
Open Drop-in Programs
• Recreation attendant on duty. • Inclusive etiquette and sportsman-like conduct will be monitored.
• Multi-Age / Family welcome. • Inclusive etiquette & sportsman-like conduct will be monitored. • Beginners welcome! For all levels of experience. • Parent participation is required for 8yrs. and younger.
After School Madness Looking for something to do right after school? Come shoot hoops with one of our Community Recreation attendants.
Kids Express Join us for fitness based play. We will be playing a variety of games and sports and most importantly keeping the kids active!
Youth Drop-in Programs (13yrs - 17yrs) • Recreation attendant on duty. • Inclusive etiquette and sportsman-like conduct will be monitored.
Adapted Sport Zone (All Ages)
Early Riser Basketball Get your morning workout in with basketball! There is no attendant on duty - equipment may be signed out from reception.
NEW Goalball – Sports for the Blind or Visually Impaired Visually impaired or not, this team sport relies on sense of hearing to prevent the opposing team from rolling a ball into your goal. Roll the ball into the opposite goal while opposing players try to block the ball with their bodies. Bells inside the balls help orient the players, indicating the direction of the on-coming ball.
Adapted Sports zone offers the opportunity for children with physical and/or cognitive disabilities to participate in safe inclusive sports adapted to your child’s needs. All abilities welcome.
Open Gym
AYC Youth Open Gym
Open Badminton
Gym time just for youth! Join us for a game of pick-up soccer, basketball or floor hockey - you choose!
Youth Basketball Shoot hoops or play 3 on 3 with friends at ARC!
Adult Drop-in Programs (18yrs+) • Recreation attendant on duty for some programs. • Inclusive etiquette and sportsman-like conduct will be monitored.
Adult Badminton A great opportunity for older adults to stay active and practice their badminton skills in a fun and social environment.
Adult Pickleball A great opportunity for adults to stay active and practice your pickleball skills in a fun and social environment.
Just enough time to add sprints, skipping or basketball before or after your workout. Bring your family and friends and join us for some drop-in badminton! Please note this drop-in is open to youth and adults.
Open Basketball Join us for some recreational drop-in basketball. Equipment may be signed out from reception. Please note this drop-in program is open to youth and adults.
Open Indoor Soccer Join us for an evening session of co-ed indoor soccer. A fun, fast paced way to keep fit and meet new people!
Open Pickleball This recreational drop-in time is perfect for beginners and intermediate players in a fun and social environment. Pickleball is an exciting twist on the game of tennis, using a light weight wooden paddle and a plastic perforated ball. Please note this drop-in is open to youth and adults.
Table Tennis or Ping Pong Available daily. Two tables are located outside the gymnasiums and equipment can be signed out at the reception desk.
Wheelchair Basketball We have partnered with BC Wheelchair Basketball Society to present this fun, fast paced sport that is sure to challenge and excite. Specially trained coaches will teach fundamental movements through drills and games. Limited number of sport wheelchairs available for use.
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www.abbotsford.ca/prc
PRC
FEST
Dec 23 - Jan 7
FREE DROP-IN SWIM AND SKATE DEC 25!
Matsqui Recreation Centre, 12pm - 3pm Please bring a donation to the Food Bank. Skate rentals included.
WINTER BREAK CAMPS See page 10
A BUNDLE OF ACTIVITIES wrapped up just for you! Watch for your WinterFEST Flyer available in December!
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ARC Public Swim Schedule
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Abbotsford Recreation Centre Public Swim Schedule 604.853.4221 September 5 - December 22 MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
Length Swim 5:30am - 8am
Length Swim 5:30am - 9am
Length Swim 5:30am - 8am
Length Swim 5:30am - 9am
Length Swim 5:30am - 8am
Length Swim 5:30am - 9am
Aqua Fit 9:05am - 9:55am
Aqua Cardio 8am - 9am Aqua Fit 9:05am - 9:55am
Aqua Fit 9:05am - 9:55am
Aqua Cardio 8am - 8:45am Aqua Cardio Blast 9:05am - 9:55am
Aqua Cardio 8am - 9am Aqua Fit 9:05am - 9:55am
Public Swim & Lessons (Up to 4 lanes available) 10am - 12pm *School group programming may occur during this time
Swim Lessons 9am - 12pm *Only Tots pool open
Length Swim 12pm - 1pm *School group programming may occur during this time 50+ Aqua Fit 1:05pm - 2pm
50+ Aqua Fit 1:05pm - 2pm Public Swim 1pm - 3:15pm
Public Swim 2pm - 3:15pm
50+ Aqua Fit 1:05pm - 2pm Public Swim 1pm - 3:15pm
Public Swim 2pm - 3:15pm
Public Swim 1pm - 4pm
SUNDAY
Lessons & Toonie Family Swim 11am - 1pm pool space limited access Length Swim 1pm - 2pm Public Swim 2pm - 4pm
Public Swim 2pm - 3:15pm
Pool Party Rental Time 4pm - 5:30pm
Swim Lessons 3:30pm - 5:30pm Tots Pool & Main pool closed to public Length Swim (Up to 4 lanes available) 5:30pm - 6:30pm Aqua Fit 6:35pm - 7:30pm Aqua Spinning 6:35pm - 7:20pm
Swim Lessons 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Aqua Fit 6:35pm - 7:30pm Aqua Spinning 6:35pm - 7:20pm
Swim Lessons 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Master Swim 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Public Swim 7:30pm - 9pm
Master Swim 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Public Swim 7:30pm - 9pm
Adult Swim 8:30pm - 10pm
$2 Adult Swim 9pm - 10pm
Adult Swim 8:30pm - 10pm
$2 Adult Swim 9pm - 10pm
Public Swim 6:30pm - 9pm
$2 Adult Swim 9pm - 10pm
Public Swim 6:30pm - 9pm
$2 Adult Swim 9pm - 10pm
$2 Adult Swim 9pm - 10pm
Main pool closed or limited access to public during scheduled swim lessons. • Schedules are subject to change without notice. Please call ahead to confirm. • 7 Year Rule: Children under the age of 7yrs. must be accompanied into the water and stay within arm’s reach of a responsible caregiver of at least 16yrs of age. The ratio of adults to children under 7 is 1:3. Children under 7yrs. must be closely supervised while in all areas of the facility. • Change Room Guidelines: Please change your child in the appropriate change rooms; keeping in mind the Family change rooms are designed for those with special needs and parents with children of the opposite gender that are 5yrs of age and older. • Please help us avoid disruptions to the pool schedule by adhering to the following guidelines: • Please do not go swimming, or bring children to lessons if you are feeling unwell, especially if you have an upset stomach. • Non-toilet trained infants/toddlers and participants who experience incontinence must wear leak-proof swim pants or garments of a similar nature. Regular diapers may not be worn in the pool as the absorbent material in them will clog the pool filters. • Ensure your child uses the bathroom prior to entering the pool. • Please do not eat immediately before entering the pool and avoid swimming for one hour after eating. • Please do not enter Aqua Fit classes after they have started. *No Toonie Swim on School District Pro-D days and school breaks.
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Drop-in Swim Programs & Arena Schedule Public Swimming Drop-in Programs Adult/Master Swim
Aqua Zumba
This time is set aside for adults 18yrs+.
Aqua Cardio/Aqua Cardio Blast
This class incorporates both deep and shallow water.
Aqua Fit
This class incorporates a variety of cardio and strength exercises that get your heart pumping! Add 12 times the resistance of air equaling a high cardiovascular workout!
This class incorporates the energy and excitement of Zumba with the resistance of water. Twist and move and have fun in the water in cardio cranking class.
Family Swim
These times are set aside for families to enjoy the pool toys and equipment.
Length Swim
The perfect exercise for increasing cardiovascular fitness and core strength! A challenging workout utilizing the resistance of the water and a variety of equipment to make the workout more intense.
Parent & Tot Swim
Toonie Family Swim/Toonie Swim
$2 per person in your family. All admissions become regular price 15 min. before end of swim time.
Toonie Length Swim
Enjoy these relaxing times to swim lengths, soak in the swirl pool or relax in the sauna.
Aqua Spinning
Public Swim
Everyone welcome, during this time all of the fun features of the pool will be available for everyone to enjoy, come join in the fun! Slide, dive and splash!
The pool is set up for lengths and geared towards adults, but all are welcome.
These times are during scheduled swim lessons and includes only the Tots pool for parents and children under the age of 7yrs. Parents must be in the water with their children.
Abbotsford Recreation Centre Arena Schedule 604.853.4221 September 11 - December 22 MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
Public Skate 1pm - 2:30pm
Stick & Puck 1:45pm - 3:15pm
Adult & Senior Skate 8:30am - 10am
Adult & Senior Skate 10am - 11:30am Stick & Puck 3:30pm - 5pm
Parent/Child Drop in Hockey 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Toonie Skate 2:45pm - 4pm
Public Skate 6:30pm - 8pm
Stick & Puck 4pm - 5:30pm
Public Skate 6:30pm - 8pm
$2 Parent & Tot 9am - 10:30am
Public Skate 9am - 8pm
Public Skate 9am - 9pm
Toonie Skate 2:45pm - 4:15pm
Stick & Puck 2:45pm - 4:15pm
Public Skate 6:30pm - 8pm
ICE EXPERIENCE Public Skate 9am - 8pm
Toonie Skate 8pm - 9pm
Public Skate 10:30am - 3:30pm Public Skate 6:15pm - 9pm
Toonie Skate 8pm - 9pm
Public Skate 9am - 8pm
Public Skate 10am - 9pm
Public Skate 1pm - 9pm
Toonie Skate 8pm - 9pm
• Helmets are mandatory for children under 8yrs during all public sessions. Helmets are strongly recommended for all participants. • Please bring your own helmet. • 7 year rule: a guardian, aged 16yrs or older, shall closely supervise and be in visual contact at all times with children under 7yrs while in the building. • For safety reasons, figure skating and hockey playing are not permitted during public skating sessions. • Skate sharpening is available during public skate times. • Dates and times are subject to change without notice. Please call ahead to confirm.
STICK & PUCK Please call the facility after 8am that day to reserve your spot 604.853.4221
Pro-D Day Events Call the Abbotsford Recreation Centre 604.853.4221 or the Matsqui Recreation Centre 604.855.0500 for special Pro-D Day Stick & Puck or Public Skate sessions.
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SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTRE
Senior Resources Abbotsford Peer Support for Seniors Programs include The Good Morning Program telephone check in and the Peer Support Program, a free one on one service for seniors 50+ living alone in Abbotsford. www.abbotsfordpeersupportforseniors.ca T: 604.850.0011 E: apss.seniors@telus.net
Abbotsford Learning Plus Society A volunteer organization offering daytime leisure and learning programs to seniors, retirees and inquiring minds of all ages. The brochure is available in the Seniors Centre or online. Programs run Sept - Dec and Jan - Apr. www.learningplus.ca T: 778.808.7377
Friendship House More than 125 senior members enjoy a variety of programs including Bridge 4 days a week and the Happy Gang Singers on Tuesdays. Programs run all year with occasional special events. For more information please call 604.855.9741.
Stroke Recovery Association of BC The Abbotsford Stroke Recovery Branch is part of the Stroke Recovery Association of BC (SRABC), a non-profit organization. The SRABC has been offering information and programs for stroke survivors after they leave the hospital since 1979. Programs run Sept - June. www.strokerecoverybc.ca T: 604.316.6718 E: abbystrokerecovery@gmail.com
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Open daily, 8am - 10pm Our welcoming Senior Centre is a great place to join in on a variety of drop-in programs, have a coffee, visit with friends, shoot pool or work on a puzzle. The centre is equipped with a snooker table, pool table, book library, flat screen TV, computers, couches, tables and chairs, an assortment of puzzles and games and coffee is available for 50¢/cup. ARC Senior Centre Annual Membership is only $25 for Seniors 55yrs+. The Seniors Activity Centre Memberships does not include access to the gymnasium, arena, pool, weight room and track (outside of Senior Track time), registered programs or any other drop-in programs that are not listed in the drop-in section. For further inquiries please contact Abbotsford Recreation Centre at 604.853.4221.
Senior Activity Centre Schedule Abbotsford Recreation Senior Activity Centre Schedule September 5 - December 22 MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
*Billiards Senior Centre 8am - 12:30pm *Billiards Senior Centre 8am - 12:30pm
*Billiards Senior Centre 8am - 10pm
*Learning Plus Seminar* MP 2/3 10am - 12pm
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
*Billiards Senior Centre 8am - 10pm
*Billiards Senior Centre 8am - 10pm
*Knitwits Senior Centre 10am - 11:30am
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
*Billiards Senior Centre 8am - 10pm
*Billiards Senior Centre 8am - 10pm
*Learning Plus Seminar* MP 2/3 10am - 12pm Senior Track Time 12:30pm - 3pm
Stroke Recovery (registered program) MP 2/3 1pm - 3:30pm
Art in the ARC MP 2 1pm - 4pm
Happy Gang Singers MP 2/3 1pm - 4pm
*Billiards Senior Centre 4:30pm - 6:30pm
*Billiards Senior Centre 4:30pm - 6pm
*Euchre Senior Centre 7pm - 9:30pm
*Partnership Bridge MP 2/3 6:45pm - 9:30pm
*Partnership Bridge MP 2/3 12:45pm - 4pm
*Billiards Senior Centre 8am - 10pm
Stroke Recovery (registered program) MP 2/3 1pm - 3:30pm
Social Bridge Senior Centre 1pm - 4pm
*Partnership Bridge MP 2/3 12:45pm - 4pm
*Billiards Senior Centre 8pm - 10pm
*Billiards Senior Centre 8am - 10pm
*Billiards Senior Centre 8am - 10pm
*Billiards Senior Centre 8am - 10pm
Programs do not run on Stat holidays or long weekends. Schedule Subject to change, please call ahead to confirm.
ARC Senior Centre Members’ Drop-in Programs (those indicated with an * are $2 drop-in) Art in the ARC
Happy Gang Singers
Partnership Bridge*
This group setting provides the opportunity to share ideas and tips while practicing art skills. Bring your art materials and enjoy the company of fellow artists of all levels. Additional drop-in fees may apply.
Join the Senior choral singers every Tuesday to practice as they prepare for various events.
Bring a partner for a fast-paced, fun game of bridge. Additional drop-in fees may apply.
Knitwits Knitting Group
Senior Track Time
Billiards* Come & play billiards at the Senior Activity Centre. Have a great time socializing with old acquaintances or make new ones.
Euchre* Want to play a trick-playing card game? Try Euchre! Additional drop-in fees may apply.
Bring your knitting & join in on some great conversation. Beginners to experienced knitters welcome.
*Learning Plus Seminars* Offering seminars to learn and discuss current and important issues in a social environment. For a schedule visit www. learningplus.ca.
Time to get moving! Even ground and shelter from wind, rain and hot sun make this the ideal place to get your gentle walking or running done.Pole walking permitted. Poles must have rubber tips.
Social Bridge Come & play a friendly game of bridge. No partner necessary. Additional drop-in fees may apply.
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MATSQUI RECREATION CENTRE
EXTRAS • Private pool party rentals featuring waterslide, kids/tots area, hot tub, sauna and steam room • After hours rentals for dry grads and training courses like kayaking and scuba
Matsqui will get you moving, in the water or out. Our 25-metre pool plus wave pool accomodates group and private lessons for all age groups and abilities, plus lane swims, drop-in toonie swims and Aqua Fit classes. We are also host home to the Abbotsford Olympians Swim club. Rather stay dry? Check out the public skating programs, Zumba, yoga, no sweat and other classes in the aerobics studio and circuit training options in the weight room.
MATSQUI RECREATION CENTRE • Regulation size ice rink • 2 5-Metre swimming pool with wave machine • Zero Beach • Indoor water slides • Tots pool with platform •H ot tub, steam room, and sauna • Aerobics room • Teen activity centre and OAP hall • 5,300 sq.ft. weight room and separate ladies only section
Our Youth Centre offers teen drop-in programs for those that just want to hang out with their friends
HOURS OF OPERATION
MRC pool is closed for the first 3 weeks in September for bi-annual maintenance. Please visit us in the arena and fitness centre and watch for the re-opening event
Sunday ................................................ 9:30am - 8:30pm
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MRC Fitness Schedule
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Matsqui Recreation Centre Fitness Schedule 604.855.0500 September 5 - December 22 MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
Zumba Gold 8:45am - 9:30am
Yoga 101 7:15am - 8am
Aqua Spinning 8am - 8:45am
Aqua Zumba 9am - 9:45am
Aqua Cardio 9am - 9:45am
Aqua Spinning 9am - 9:45am
Aqua Zumba 9am - 9:45am
Aqua Spinning 9am - 9:45am
TRX/Step 101 9:15am - 10:15am
No Sweat 9:15am - 10:15am
Bones & Balance 9:15am - 10am
No Sweat 9:15am - 10:15am
Restorative Yoga 9:15am - 10:15am
Gentle Yoga 10:30am - 11:30am
MoveBall Circuit 12:10pm - 12:50pm
Bones & Balance 10:30am - 11:15am Pilates Express 12:10pm - 12:50pm
Yoga 101 1pm - 2pm
Yoga 101 1pm - 2pm
Afternoon Aqua Fit 2:15pm - 3pm
Afternoon Aqua Fit 2:15pm - 3pm
No Sweat 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hatha Yoga 5:45pm - 6:45pm Zumba 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Core on the Ball 6:15pm - 7:15pm
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
Aqua Spinning 8am - 8:45am
Gentle Yoga 10:45am - 11:45am Hi Lo Circuit 12:10pm - 12:50pm
Zumba 6:45pm - 7:45pm
THURSDAY
No Sweat 7pm - 8pm
Zumba 10am - 11am
Zumba 11:45am - 12:30pm
No classes on long weekends and statutory holidays. Sep 2,4, Oct 7-9, Nov 11-12 Schedule Subject to change without notice, please call ahead. For the most up-to-date fitness schedule visit us online at: www.abbotsford.ca
Zumba 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Class Intensity Levels Low-moderate Intensity (1-2): Great class for Low Impact while raising your heart rate for health benefits Moderate Intensity (3): Increase your heart rate for improved performance & overall total body fitness. Low to moderate impact. Some fitness experience recommended. Moderate-High Intensity (4): A cross between moderate impact with opportunities for higher level of cardiovascular and muscular strength training. Fitness experience recommended.
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MRC Fitness Schedule Active Adult Classes Bones & Balance
Increase bone density, range of motion, strength, balance & flexibility for those with osteoporosis, arthritis, or other health restricting issues, using a combination of equipment. We also offer a cardio version of this class. Low intensity (1)
Aqua Classes Aqua Cardio
This class incorporates both deep and shallow water. Low intensity (1)
Aqua Fit - Shallow Water
Incorporates a variety of cardio and strength exercises that are sure to get your heart pumping! Add 12 times the resistance of air and the result is a high-quality cardiovascular workout! Low-moderate intensity (2)
Aqua Spinning - Deep Water
The perfect exercise for increasing cardiovascular fitness and core strength! Aqua Spinning is a challenging workout that uses the resistance of the water and a variety of equipment to make the workout more intense. Low-moderate intensity (2)
Aqua Zumba
This class incorporates the energy and excitement of Zumba with the resistance of water. Moderate-high intensity (4)
Circuit Classes Hi/Lo Circuit
This class will take you through a number of movements that include intervals of high intensity cardio movements, followed by low impact movements to lower the heart rate and recover for the next high intensity movements. A great way to burn fat and increase cardiovascular health! Low-moderate intensity (2-3)
Moveball Circuit
An exciting 45 minute cardio and muscle conditioning training system that is perfect for all fitness levels. Moveball is a weighted rubber ball with two handles giving you a whole body cardiovascular and muscle conditioning workout. Low-moderate intensity (2-3)
On the Ball
A full body workout that will get your core fired up. The class utilizes the stability ball as well as weights and other equipment to challenge your muscles, strengthen your core and improve your posture. Low intensity (2-3)
No Sweat
No Sweat is a per-choreographed weight resistance workout using the body bar and dumbbells. Helping to tone the body while promoting body fat loss, it is good for all ages, levels and for males and females. Moderate intensity (3)
TRX/Step 101
Looking for a great cardio class wih some strength training thrown in? Get back to step basics while increasing your cardiovascular health, then strengthen and stretch on out TRX suspension trainers. Moderate-high intensity (3-4)
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Yoga and Pilates Classes Gentle Yoga A sequence of postures that integrates the breath with movement. All levels are welcome to join in on this practice as we strengthen, align and balance the body through standing, balancing and inverted postures. Low-moderate intensity (1-2)
Hatha Yoga Hatha classes are great for working on your alignment, learning relaxation techniques, and becoming comfortable with doing yoga, while building strength and flexibility. Low-moderate intensity (1-3)
Pilates The physical goal of Pilates is to increase flexibility and strength, without adding muscle mass. Classes may combine the use of exercise balls and bands. Moderate intensity (3)
Restorative Yoga Restorative Yoga is about slowing down and opening the body through passive stretching. During long holds, your muscles relax deeply, since props are used to support your body instead of your muscles. This class is a good complement to more active practices and an excellent antidote to stress. Low-moderate intensity (2)
Yoga 101 This class is the best place to start if you are new to yoga. Yoga has a unique way of strengthening and toning, improving flexibility and enhancing your sense of well-being. Low-moderate-high intensity (1-2-3)
Zumba Classes Zumba Ditch the workout and join the party! Zumba is fusing hypnotic Latin rhythms & easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that will blow you away. Moderate intensity (3)
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MRC Public Swim Schedule
Matsqui Recreation Centre Public Swim Schedule 604.855.0500
September 23 - December 22 (Pool is closed for Maintenance from Sept 5 - 22) MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY Length Swim & Swim Club 6am - 9am
Length Swim & Public Swim 6am - 9am Aqua Fitness 9am - 9:45am Length & Public Swim 10am - 12pm *School group programming may occur during these times and limit the amount of lanes
*Parent & Tot Toonie Swim 10am - 12pm
Swim Lessons & Length Swim 9am - 1pm
Public Swim 12pm - 2pm *School group programming may occur during these times and interrupt the waves schedule
Afternoon Aqua Fit 2:15pm - 3pm
Toonie Swim 9pm - 10pm
Afternoon Aqua Zumba 2:15pm - 3pm
*Toonie Swim Waves & Slide 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Swim Lessons & Swim Club 3:30pm - 7pm
Swim Lessons & Length Swim 4pm - 7pm
Public Swim Waves & Slide 7pm - 9pm
Public Swim Waves & Slide 7pm - 9pm
Quiet Swim & Lengths 9pm - 10pm
Toonie Swim 9pm - 10pm
Quiet Swim & Lengths 9pm - 10pm
Toonie Swim 9pm - 10pm
SUNDAY
Pool Rental available before 9:30am
Toonie Swim Waves & Slide 9:30am - 11:45am
Length Swim 12pm - 1pm
Kids Fun Swim Waves & Slide 1pm - 9pm
Public Swim Waves & Slide 1pm - 7:30pm
Toonie Swim 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Toonie Swim 9pm - 10pm
Pool Rental available after 8:30pm
Waterslide and waves will be operational during times that are highlighted above and may be turned on at other times depending on pool activity levels.
• Schedules are subject to change without notice. Please call ahead to confirm. • 7 Year Rule: Children under the age of 7yrs. must be accompanied into the water and stay within arm’s reach of a responsible caregiver of at least 16yrs of age. The ratio of adults to children under 7 is 1:3. Children under 7yrs. must be closely supervised while in all areas of the facility. • Change Room Guidelines: Please change your child in the appropriate change rooms; keeping in mind the Family change rooms are designed for those with special needs and parents with children of the opposite gender that are 5yrs of age and older. Please help us avoid disruptions to the pool schedule by adhering to the following guidelines: • Please do not go swimming, or bring children to lessons if you are feeling unwell, especially if you have an upset stomach. • Non-toilet trained infants/toddlers and participants who experience incontinence must wear leak-proof swim pants or garments of a similar nature. Regular diapers may not be worn in the pool as the absorbent material in them will clog the pool filters. • Ensure your child uses the bathroom prior to entering the pool. • Please do not eat immediately before entering the pool and avoid swimming for one hour after eating. • Please do not enter Aqua Fit classes after they have started.
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Public Swimming Drop-in Programs Aqua Cardio/Aqua Cardio Blast
Length Swim
Toonie Length Swim
This class incorporates both deep and shallow water.
Enjoy these relaxing times to swim lengths, soak in the swirl pool or relax in the sauna.
The pool is set up for lengths and geared towards adults, but all are welcome.
Aqua Fit
Parent & Tot Swim
Quiet Swim
This class incorporates a variety of cardio and strength exercises that get your heart pumping! Add 12 times the resistance of air equalling a high cardiovascular workout!
These times are during scheduled swim lessons and includes only the Tots pool for parents and children under the age of 7yrs. Parents must be in the water with their children.
Aqua Spinning
Public Swim
This swim experience is intended to create a relaxed and easy going atmosphere. Open to any ages there will be lanes available for swimming however the waves and slide will not be open during this time.
The perfect exercise for increasing cardiovascular fitness and core strength! A challenging workout utilizing the resistance of the water and a variety of equipment to make the workout more intense.
Our pool is open for length swimming, walking, and splashing; however space may be limited due to other programs and the water slide, waves and diving boards may not be available during this time.
Aqua Zumba This class incorporates the energy and excitement of Zumba with the resistance of water. Twist and move and have fun in the water in cardio cranking class.
Toonie Family Swim/Toonie Swim $2 per person in your family. All admissions become regular price 15 min. before end of swim time. *No Toonie Swim on School District Pro-D days and school breaks.
Family Swim These times are set aside for families to enjoy the pool toys and equipment.
NEW KIDS NIGHT OUT! Your kids will have a blast swimming, playing games and eating pizza while you enjoy a well-deserved night off. Matsqui Recreation Centre Oct 6 and Dec 1 F 6pm-9pm
Matsqui Recreation Centre Arena Schedule 604.855.0500 September 11 - December 22 MONDAY
TUESDAY
Stick & Puck 1:15pm - 2:45pm
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
Public Skating 6:45pm - 8pm
Stick & Puck 10am - 11:30am
Public Skating 6:45pm - 8pm
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
• Helmets are mandatory for children under 8yrs during all public sessions. Helmets are strongly recommended for all participants. • Please bring your own helmet. •7 year rule: a guardian, aged 16yrs or older, shall closely supervise and be in visual contact at all times with children under 7yrs while in the building. • F or safety reasons, figure skating and hockey playing are not permitted during public skating sessions. • S kate sharpening is available during public skate times. •D ates and times are subject to change without notice. Please call ahead to confirm.
STICK & PUCK Please call the facility after 8am that day to reserve your spot 604.855.0500
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Pro-D Day Events Call the Abbotsford Recreation Centre 604.853.4221 or the Matsqui Recreation Centre 604.855.0500 for special Pro-D Day Stick & Puck or Public Skate sessions.
AQUATICS
EXTRAS
• Swim assessments for proper lesson enrollment • Toonie swims for those on a budget • Drop-in swims to accommodate every schedule • Aquafit classes for water babies of all ages
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ADVANCED AQUATIC TRAINING Bronze Medallion (13yrs+)
Bronze Medallion is designed for lifesavers who want the challenge of more advanced training including an introduction to safety supervision in aquatics facilities. Candidates develop proficiency at performing patient assessments, managing aquatic emergencies, while developing stroke endurance and fitness training skills. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 8 - 10 F - Su 5pm-9pm/9am-4pm 3/$175 326137 Sa 10:00am - 5:00pm 3/$175 326138 Oct 14 - 28 Dec 27 - 29 W - F 9:00am - 4:00pm 3/$175 326139
Bronze Cross (13yrs+)
Bronze Cross is designed for lifesavers who want the challenge of more advanced training including an introduction to safety supervision in aquatics facilities. Candidates develop proficiency at performing patient assessments, managing aquatic emergencies, while developing stroke endurance (500m in 15 minutes) and fitness training skills. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 15 - 17 F - Su 5pm-9pm/9am-4pm 3/$160 326141 Oct 28 - Nov 11 Sa 10:00am - 5:00pm 3/$160 326142 Dec 29 - 31 F - Su 9:00am - 4:00pm 3/$160 326143
Bronze Medallion/Bronze Cross & CPR (13yrs+) Combined Bronze Medallion and Bronze Cross course. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Sep 8 -17 F - Su 5pm-9pm/9am-4pm 5/$335 Oct 14 - Nov 11 Sa 10:00am - 5:00pm 4/$335 Dec 27 - 31 W - Su 5pm-9pm/9am-4pm 5/$335
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Lifesaving Instructor (16yrs+)
The Lifesaving Instructor course prepares individuals to organize, plan, teach and evaluate lifesaving and first aid skills and resuscitation techniques in the Society’s lifesaving and first aid awards. Matsqui Recreation Centre Oct 7 - 9 Sa - M 9am-6pm/10am-6pm 3/$260 326145
Lifesaving Instructor Recertification (16yrs+) A recertification of the Lifesaving Instructor program. Matsqui Recreation Centre Nov 10 F 9:00am - 5:00pm 1/$115 Dec 29 Th 12:00pm - 4:00pm 1/$115
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National Lifeguard Service (16yrs+)
NLS Training develops basic lifeguarding skills, principles and decisionmaking to assist the lifeguard in evaluating and adapting to different aquatic emergencies and facilities. NLS is the standard measurement of lifeguarding performance across Canada. Matsqui Recreation Centre Sep 22 - Oct 1 F - Su 5pm-9pm/9am-6:30pm 6/$375 326148 Nov 10 - 19 F - Su 5pm-9pm/9am-6:30pm 6/$375 326149
National Lifeguard Service Pre-Cert/Recertification
(16yrs+)
This course includes both a pre-certification refresher and the recertification for certified lifeguards. Abbotsford Recreation Centre Oct 9 M 10:00am - 6:00pm 1/$115 326153 Nov 10 F 10:00am - 6:00pm 1/$115 326154 Dec 16 Sa 10:00am - 6:00pm 1/$115 326155
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Water Safety Instructor PREP (15yrs+)
Water Safety Instructor (Prep) covers the foundation of physical and instructional skills. Includes physical principles, stroke progressions, communication methods and safety supervision skills with a heavy focus on teaching principles and learning styles. Certified candidates have two years to complete. Matsqui Recreation Centre Oct 13 - 21 F - Sa 5pm-9pm/9am-6pm 4/$340 326156
Water Safety Instructor and PREP (15yrs+) A combination of the Water Safety Instructor class and the Prep. Matsqui Recreation Centre Oct 13 - 29 F - Su 5pm-9pm/9am-6pm 9/$540 326157 Dec 23 - 30 Sa/Su/W 9am-6pm/8am-2pm 6/$540 326158
Water Safety Instructor (16yrs+)
The water safety instructor course further develops instructional ability by focusing on how to effectively plan and teach Red Cross Swim Preschool, Swim Kids and Aqua Adults Programs. Matsqui Recreation Centre Oct 27 - 29 F - Su 5pm-9pm/9am-6pm 3/$200 326159
Water Safety Instructor Recertification (16yrs+) A recertification of the Water Safety Instructor program. Matsqui Recreation Centre Sep 30 Sa 1:30pm - 6:30pm 1/$120 Oct 28 Sa 1:30pm - 6:30pm 1/$120 Nov 25 Sa 1:30pm - 6:30pm 1/$120 Dec 30 Sa 1:30pm - 6:30pm 1/$120
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Swim Lessons
www.abbotsford.ca/prc
Parent & Tot Swim Lessons 4mo - 36mo Starfish (4mo - 12mo)
Duck (12mo - 24mo)
The goals are to help babies Orientation to water for experience buoyancy and movement toddlers and their parent/ through songs and play in the water caregiver. Swimmers learn and to teach the parent/caregiver how to use floating age-specific water safety. To enter this level, objects for support and explore different water movements through games, songs and active babies must be able to hold their head up. water play.
Sea Turtle (24mo - 36mo) Orientation to water for toddlers and their parent/ caregiver. Swimmers learn, through fun games and songs, how to combine skills, how to kick with a buoyant object and how to perform basic floats, glides and kicks.
Preschool Swim Lessons 3yrs - 5yrs Sea Otter (Preschool 1) Transitional level,all skills are assisted by the Instructor. Using games and activities, swimmers learn to open their eyes under water, further develop basic floats and glides, and swim 1 metre.
Salamander (Preschool 2) Swimmers learn to swim 2 metres, further develop basic floats, increase their distance on front and back glide, front swim, roll-over glide, and learn how to use a Personal Flotation Device (PFD).
Sunfish (Preschool 3) Swimmers learn to swim 5 metres, increase their distance using buoyant objects, increase their front and back glide with kick, swimmers develop their roll-over glide, side glide and front swim, learn deep-water skills and use of a Personal Flotation Device (PFD).
Crocodile (Preschool 4) Swimmers learn to swim 5 metres on their front and back, perform a dolphin kick and begin using rhythmic breathing. They also progress with kicking drills and increase their swimming distance to 10 metres. Skills include jumping into deep water, performing surface support for 10 seconds and using a Personal Flotation Device (PFD).
Whale (Preschool 5) Swimmers perform a front and back swim for 10 metres. Swimmers work on developing their flutter kick and perform a distance swim of 15 metres. Skills include identifying safe swimming areas, jumping into deep water, swimming 5 metres, surface support for 20 seconds and return to safety, throwing assists and sitting dives.
Stingray (Preschool 6) For swimmers that have completed Whale but have not yet turned 6yrs. Continue to develop swimming skills in front crawl, back crawl, introduction to whip kick, diving, somersaults and water safety.
Dolphin (Preschool 7) For swimmers that have completed Stingray but have not yet turned 6yrs. Continue to develop swimming skills in front crawl, back crawl and whip kick. Introduction to elementary back stroke, synchronized swimming skills and water safety.
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School Age Swim Lessons 6yrs - 12yrs Swim Kids Level 1 Swimmers receive an orientation to water and the pool area and work on floats, glides and kicking. Swimmers build their endurance by working on the 5m front swim.
Swim Kids Level 2 Swimmers work on propulsion skills to move through the water and to remain at the surface. Swimmers work on front swim (5m) and learn about deep-water activities and proper use of a Personal Flotation Device (PFD). Fitness activities include the 10m flutter kick and a 10m distance swim.
Swim Kids Level 3 This level provides an introduction to diving, and teaches swimmers how to make wise choices about where and when to swim. Endurance is achieved by building strength in the flutter kick and a 15m swim.
Swim Kids Level 4 Front crawl (10m) and back swim with shoulder roll (15m) are introduced. Swimmers work on kneeling dives, surface support (45 seconds, deep water) and developing a greater sense of self-safety by understanding their own limits. Endurance is built through a 25m swim.
Swim Kids Level 5 Back crawl (15m), sculling skills, whip kick on the back, stride dives and treading water are introduced. Front crawl increases to 15m. An introduction to safe boating skills is also included. Endurance is developed through a 50m swim.
Swim Kids Level 6 This level refines front crawl with a focus on hand entry and breathing (25m), back crawl with a focus on arm positions and body roll (25m), and introduces elementary backstroke (15m), safety on ice, and rescue of others with throwing assists. Swimmers demonstrate the front dive and their ability to tread water
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in deep water for 1½ minutes. Endurance is built through dolphin kick and a 75m swim.
Swim Kids Level 7 This level builds skills and endurance for the front crawl (50m), back crawl (50m) and elementary back stroke (25m) and introduces whip kick on the front. Swimmers learn about airway and breathing obstructions, reach assists and stride entry. Swimming endurance is increased to a 150m swim.
Swim Kids Level 8 Breast stroke (15m) and feet-first surface dives are introduced. Swimmers learn about the dangers of open water, hypothermia, the performance of rescue breathing on children and adults, and standing shallow dives. Swimmers participate in timed treading water activities using the eggbeater skill for 3 minutes to improve their ability to remain at the surface in the event of an unexpected fall into water. Endurance is built on a 300m swim. Front crawl and back crawl distances are increased to 75m each.
Swim Kids Level 9 This level refines the front crawl (100m), back crawl (100m), elementary back stroke (50m) and breast stroke (25m), and encourages swimmers to combine different kicks for fitness (3mins). They also work on head-first surface dives and learn about wise choices, peer influences and self-rescue from ice. Endurance is built through a 400m swim.
Swim Kids Level 10 This level is a final assessment of the strokes for technique and distance (front crawl 100m, back crawl 100m, elementary back stroke 50m, breast stroke 50m and sidestroke 25m). Swimmers learn about sun safety, rescue of others from ice, and head-first and feet-first surface dives. Endurance is built using the dolphin kick (vertical) and a 500m swim.
MRC Swim Lessons
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Matsqui Recreation Centre Swim Lessons Session
Dates
# of Lessons
Parent & Tot Lesson
Preschool Swim Kids 1-5
Length of Lesson
Swim Kids 6 - 10
Length of Lesson
M/W
Sep 25 - Oct 25 No lesson Oct 9
9
$52
$52
30min
$78.50
45min
M/W
Oct 30 - Nov 22
8
$46.50
$46.50
30min
$69.50
45min
M/W
Nov 17 - Dec 20
8
$46.50
$46.50
30min
0.50
45min
Tu/Th
Sep 26 - Oct 26
10
$58
$58
30min
$87
45min
Tu/Th
Oct 31 - Nov 23
8
$46.50
$46.50
30min
$69.50
45min
Tu/Th
Nov 28 - Dec 21
8
$46.50
$46.50
30min
$69.50
45min
M
Sep 25 - Nov 6 No lesson Oct 9
6
$35
$35
30min
$52
45min
M
Nov 13 - Dec 18
6
$35
$35
30min
$52
45min
W
Sep 27 - Nov 8
7
$40.50
$40.50
30min
$61
45min
W
Nov 15 - Dec 20
6
$35
$35
30min
$52
45min
F
Sep 29 - Nov 3
6
$35
$35
30min
$52
45min
F
Nov 10 - Dec 22
7
$40.50
$40.50
30min
$61
45min
Sa
Sep 30 - Dec 16 No lesson Oct 7, Nov 11
10
$58
$58
30min
$87
45min
Lesson Assessment: We recommend a free skill assessment before registering for swim lessons. Come to any leisure swim and we will evaluate your child in the water and recommend the appropriate level.
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Abbotsford Recreation Centre Swim Lessons Session
Dates
# of Lessons
Parent & Tot Lesson
Preschool Swim Kids 1-5
Length of Lesson
Swim Kids 6 - 10
Length of Lesson
M/W
Sep 6 - Sep 25
7
$40.50
$40.50
30min
$61
45min
M/W
Oct 2 - Oct 25
7
$40.50
$40.50
30min
$61
45min
M/W
Oct 30 - Nov 22
8
$46.50
$46.50
30min
$69.50
45min
M/W
Nov 27 - Dec 20
8
$46.50
$46.50
30min
$69.50
45min
Tu/Th
Sep 5 - Sep 26
8
$46.50
$46.50
30min
$69.50
45min
Tu/Th
Oct 3 - Oct 26
8
$46.50
$46.50
30min
$69.50
45min
Tu/Th
Oct 31 - Nov 23
8
$46.50
$46.50
30min
$69.50
45min
Tu/Th
Nov 28 - Dec 21
8
$46.50
$46.50
30min
$69.50
45min
Tu
Sep 5 - Oct 24
8
$46.50
$46.50
30min
$69.50
45min
Tu
Oct 31 - Dec 19
8
$46.50
$46.50
30min
$69.50
45min
Th
Sep 7 - Oct 26
8
$46.50
$46.50
30min
$69.50
45min
Th
Nov 2 - Dec 21
8
$46.50
$46.50
30min
$69.50
45min
F
Sep 8 - Nov 3
9
$52
$52
30min
$78.50
45min
F
Nov 10 - Dec 22
8
$46.50
$46.50
30min
$69.50
45min
Sa
Sep 9 - Nov 4 No lesson Oct 7
8
$46.50
$46.50
30min
$69.50
45min
Sa
Nov 18 - Dec 16
5
$29
$29
30min
$43.50
45min
Su
Sep 10 - Oct 29 No lesson Oct 8
7
$40.50
$40.50
30min
$61
45min
Su
Nov 5 - Dec 17 No lesson Nov 12
6
$35
$35
30min
$52
45min
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Lace Up Your Skates! Skating is so cool. Figure skating, hockey, recreational skates,
Skatinglessons is so cool. skating, hockey, recreational - it’s allFigure here at the City of Abbotsford’s arenas. And anyone can joinall thehere fun, from school to adult groups, kids skates,lessons - it’s at the Citygroups of Abbotsford’s lessons and seniors a skating date.from school groups to arenas. inAnd anyone can on join the fun, adult groups, in schedule? lessons Drop-in and seniors on a and skating Not surekids of your public skates other date. activities have you covered. Only want to watch? Take in the Not sureaction of your schedule? public skates and other at Abbotsford Pilots’Drop-in hockey games and Valley Rebels activitieslacrosse havegames you covered. Only want to watch? Take in at MSA Arena or the spectacle of the Abbotsford Skating Club’s annual ice show every April. the action at Abbotsford Pilots’ hockey games and Valley
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Looking to book your corporate EXTRAS •holiday Ice timeskating rentals party? for corporate holiday Organize skating your ownparties late night or lunch hour •hockey late night or lunch hour ishockey game game? Ice time available ice rentals at all three of our arenas. • 3 arenas with ice time available
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• We operate 3 arenas • We have 2 Olympic-sized ice surfaces • An average 802 people per day use our arena facilities • City arenas operate an average 13,000 hours a year between ice and dry floor users
2 Olympic-sized ice surfaces 1,800 youth participation 14.5 kilometres of pipes at both MSA & MRC 19.3 kilometres of pipes at ARC Arena
Abbotsford Recreation Centre 2499 McMillan Road, Abbotsford BC, V2S 7S5 | 604.853.4221 Matsqui Recreation Centre 3106 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford BC, V2T 4B9 | 604.855.0500 MSA Arena 2323 Emerson Drive, Abbotsford BC, V2T 1N3 | 604.557.4406
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School Age Skate Lessons
3yrs - 5yrs
6yrs - 13yrs
ARCTIC SEAL 1 This introductory level is for kids who have never skated before. Children learn safety, balance, how to take small steps, and gain independence as they learn how to fall and stand on their own.
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WINTER BUNNY 3
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Children continue to work on gliding, stopping, skating safety, backwards skating and forward sculling.
SNOW LEOPARD 4 With this intermediate level, children become more proficient with forward and backwards sculling, backwards stopping, forward crossovers and pivots.
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This level continues the development of forward and backwards stride, forward crossovers in both directions, parallel stops and backward crossovers.
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This introductory level is for children who have never skated before. Children are taught safety on the ice, balance and posture, how to fall safely and get up on their own, and are introduced to forward stride, glide and snow plow stop. In this beginner level, children learn twofoot gliding, forward and backwards skating, parallel stopping, and are introduced to one-foot gliding and V-pushes. In this level, children learn backward onefoot glides, pivots, skating on lines/circles and are introduced to forward crossovers. This course will focus on stopping correctly and gaining strength in backwards skating. Skills include backwards stroking, crossovers, backward outside edge and Mohawk turns. This course will assist in developing power.
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Skills include backward stroking and crossovers. Backward outside edge and Mohawk turns are developed along with edge and body control.
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Dates
# of Lessons
Lesson Length
Days
Child
Adult
MRC
Sep 11 - Oct 23
6
30min
M
$48
$49
MRC
Oct 30 - Dec 18
7
30min
M
$56
$57.50
ARC/MRC
Sep 12 - Oct 24
7
30min
Tu
$56
$57.50
ARC/MRC
Nov 7 - Dec 19
7
30min
Tu
$56
$57.50
ARC
Sep 14 - Oct 26
7
30min
Th
$56
$57.50
ARC
Nov 2 - Dec 21
8
30min
Th
$64
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EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS: • CSA approved hockey helmet is mandatory, and full hockey gear required for all hockey lessons. • A full face mask is recommended. • Appropriate winter clothing and gloves are required. • For Preschool lessons we recommend gloves and snow pants.
Look for this seal on CSA approved hockey helmets.
Bike helmets are not CSA approved and therefore not allowed for use at lessons.
A detailed skate lesson schedule with specific dates and times is available at Abbotsford Recreation or Matsqui Recreation Centres or online at www.direct2rec.com.
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Live 5210 Everything you need to play outside... for FREE!
Sign up today at www.healthyabbotsford.ca/live5210 to take the pledge and get instant access to our FREE LIVE 5-2-1-0 Toolkit. Inside the toolkit are lots of simple ways that you can LIVE 5-2-1-0 as a parent, employer, employee, teacher or coach.
Live 5210 Playboxes are available at: • Grant Park (31850 Madiera Place) • Pepin Brook Park (2244 Reisling Drive) • Berry Park (33928 Fern Street)
Playboxes are filled with all sorts of play/sports equipment and game ideas. We want to support families in Living 5-2-1-0 by helping kids to have fun while being active. The boxes have been generously supplied by the SCOPE initiative through BC Children’s Hospital in partnership with Healthy Abbotsford and its partners. Sign up at www.healthyabbotsford.ca to get the FREE code to unlock the boxes.
Abbotsford Division of Family Practice A GPSC initiative
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Celebrate Neighbours’ Day!
Abbotsford Neighbourhood Small Grant Funds Program
...You’ll be glad you did.
Let’s Ignite our Neighbourhood Spirit Abbotsford!
Celebrate Neighbours Day September 16, 2017 Neighbours’ Day is celebrated worldwide as an annual celebration of community, bringing together the people next door, across the street or even on the next farm for some social interaction and fun. Register your idea at www.abbotsford.ca/neighbourhoods to share the story. Need Equipment? Consider borrowing equipment from the Neighbourhood Spirit Toolkit. Need help or ideas? Contact the Community Developer at 604.557.1464 or commdevelopment@abbotsford.ca.
WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT ABBOTSFORD’S NEWCOMERS? The City of Abbotsford is pleased to be a partner and member of the Fraser Valley Diversity and Immigration Partnership Council in recognizing the importance of newcomers and working toward making Abbotsford a more welcoming place for immigrants. By helping newcomers succeed, we’re improving the economic, social and political participation outcomes for Abbotsford. Learn more and get involved in building a welcoming community. Put your unique skills and experience to work.Find out how you can partner with us, sponsor an event, or become a member at:
www.fraservalleydiversity.ca www.abbotsford.ca/diversity Citizenship and Immigration Canada
Citoyenneté et Immigration Canada
For more information contact:
commdevelopment@abbotsford.ca OR DiversityEducation@AbbotsfordCommunityServices.com
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People Helping People
www.abbotsford.ca/prc
Walking 30 minutes a day can help you:
Connect
Save Money
with family, friends and neighbours
on travel and doctors’ visits
Stay Healthy and reduce your risk of many conditions
Boost Your Mind
Help the Planet
and feel good about yourself
by reducing air pollution
Get walking every day with these tips:
Start Slow Just 10 minutes at a time is a great way to get started!
Find a Buddy Walk with a partner to help you stick to your walking plan and connect with others
Make a Plan
Walk Fast
Put walking on your calendar to make sure you have time to walk
Fast enough that you cannot sing, but are able to talk
Walk Instead of Drive
Change Your Scenery
Find a safe route to walk to work, school, the store or other places you would normally drive
Walk in a park or trail you’ve never visited. Discover new places and have fun!
Your local park is a great place to walk everyday.
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PARKS
New Development New Community Park – Shadbolt Park In the Fall of 2016, construction of the new community park in Auguston was started. Shadbolt Park will feature a small water park, walking path and picnic area. The project will be completed in Fall 2017.
Playground Updates In 2016, the City received a donation from the Abbotsford Fire Fighters Union Local 2864 to design and build a “firefighter” themed playground at Abbotsford Exhibition Park. This new park was designed to honour the service of Captain Dean Larivee and Lieutenant Martin Sunderland who both passed away in service with the Abbotsford Fire Rescue Service. The new playground is located near the existing playground and features a zip-line, multi-tiered play structure, swings and a fire truck climber. This project was completed in 2017, and officially opened on June 11, 2017.
Cemetery Renewal Mt. Lehman Cemetery, on Taylor Road, has recently been expanded and rejuvenated to create more cremation options, burial plots and refresh the landscape. The Cemetery now offers casket burial lots, in-ground cremation lots that can accommodate two urns per grave site, niches to house cremated remains and a scatter garden where cremated remains can be dispersed. Memorialization is available for all these options. There is also an opportunity to commemorate a loved one with the purchase of a tree or a park bench to be placed in any of the City cemeteries, with a special memorial plaque. Hazelwood Cemetery has been revitalized with new curbing around the Scatter Garden and colourful all-weather flowering plants that are able to withstand the dry summers and wet winters and create a year-round special place for remembrance. In-fill of the property has been ongoing since 2016 and continues through 2017 to create more opportunity for expansion. www.abbotsford.ca/cemeteries T: 604.851.4198 E: prcoffice@abbotsford.ca
For more information about the parks section, please contact our office at: Ph: 604.859.3134 email: prcoffice@abbotsford.ca website: www.abbotsford.ca
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General Park Information
Playgrounds
Horticulture
The City of Abbotsford operates and maintains 71 playgrounds in community parks. In 2003, a Playground Replacement Program was launched with ongoing support from the Rotary Club of Abbotsford, Sumas. Since then, the City has been able to replace 12 playgrounds. In 2013, the City was awarded a federal grant to replace 10 aging playgrounds. The older play equipment at Larch, Southern, Glenridge, Charlotte, Everett, Juniper, Renton, Fairfield, Uplands and Jubilee Park has been replaced and the surrounding park infrastructure has been upgraded. The City’s new playground designs address inclusive play and serve children of all abilities by replacing the pea gravel surfacing with a “wood carpet”. This provides better protection for falls, and makes our playgrounds wheelchair accessible. The addition of protective fencing and asphalt pathways at several of the playgrounds also provide better accessibility. www.abbotsford.ca/prc
Did you know that every spring sees over 25,000 different varieties of bulbs blooming at the City Hall Civic grounds? As we celebrate Canada’s 150 birthday this year, be on the lookout for our distinctive red and white. As part of our Water Conservation program, the City has rainwater collection systems set up at the Public Works yard that have the capacity to store 14,000 gallons of water. This water is stored and used throughout the year watering the trees and flowerbeds in the City. An important part of the horticulture team is to source out drought tolerant plants and ones that provide food for the pollinators such as Lavender, Echinacea, daisies, sedum and yarrow. Every year, staff amends the soil in the City’s flower beds with organic matter or water retention polymers and then tops it off with mulch to help retain the moisture and keep down the weeds. The Horticulture team also partners with other City departments such as Engineering in their installation of traffic bubbles by adding pockets of colour, and assists volunteers and neighbourhood groups who clean up and beautify parks. If you have a community gardening project in mind or need information on how to get started, please contact our staff. They’ll be happy to help! For more information: 604.864.5291
Abbotsford Exhibition Park New for 2017 at the Ag Rec Gallery, staff has renovated the kitchen, washrooms and the main area and added a media center, new sound system and screen. The new additions have created a modern feel to the space and allow users more variety when looking to book a room for events, meeting or training venues. Fall is a busy time for activities at Abbotsford Exhibition Park from groups on the sports fields like minor football, cultural events and community runs in the stadium, to dog, horse and sport group rentals in the Agrifair arena. Rotary Stadium is available for rent and the track is open daily for public fitness. Sports fields host soccer, rugby, cricket and flag football and the ball fields are in use through to the end of October. The main floor of the Agrifair Arena and Ag Rec building are busy all fall hosting indoor activities such as dog shows, tennis, roller hockey, and archery, along with concerts, martial arts and wrestling events. The local BMX club converts part of the Agrifair Arena to an indoor track so they can continue to practice their sport through the wet months. Abbotsford Exhibition Park has multiple facilities available for rent. Check it out! www.abbotsford.ca/exhibitionpark
Picnic Shelters The City has numerous picnic shelters that are available for rent. In most parks, picnic shelters are centrally located next to playgrounds, washrooms and green spaces and are convenient for a variety of activities. Fire restrictions limit cooking to propane barbecues, supplied by the user group. Picnic shelters can be reserved from April 1 - October 31. During the remainder of the year, picnic shelters are available on a first-come, first-served basis. www.abbotsford.ca/picnicshelters
For more information about the parks section, please contact our office at: Ph: 604.859.3134 email: prcoffice@abbotsford.ca website: www.abbotsford.ca
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General Park Information Volunteering
Parks Gift Program
Are you interested in sprucing up a local park space, picking up litter on your street or polishing up your favourite trail? Volunteers make a huge impact in our community. these opportunities are perfect for individuals, clubs, corporate groups and schools. Volunteers can pitch in by picking up litter, reporting on vandalism or maintenance problems, taking part in guided beautification efforts, plantings, invasive plant removals or various other tasks. Many Abbotsford residents volunteer their time to help beautify their neighbourhood and do their part to contibute to their city. Time commitments are flexible, whether you are interested in an ongoing or one time commitment, we can find an opportunity to fit into your schedule. We will provide you basic equipment, safety training, site information, guidance and supplies for adopting a local park, trail or street. Come join us, we are bound to have an opportunity that interests you! Register online www.abbotsford.ca/volunteerapplication or contact the Volunteer Coordinator 604.557.7050
The Parks Gift Program was developed to allow citizens, community groups and businesses to donate gifts to the City of Abbotsford for the enhancement of public parks and recreation facilities. Applications are accepted year round. To ensure survival, planting trees and shrubs may be delayed until an appropriate time of the year. We have over 20 different trees to choose from (10 deciduous and 10 evergreen) to plant as memorials. Benches, picnic tables and similar gifts are ordered immediately upon receipt of payment and are installed upon receipt from the manufacturer. Donors can work with our Parks staff to ensure that the gift is appropriate for the location requested. No new benches will be installed at Mill Lake Park until the Parks Master Plan is reviewed. All donations in excess of $1,000 will receive a plaque inscribed with a message. Messages can be a maximum of 70 characters and plaques will be installed on, or next to, your gift. Donations greater than $15,000 can be recognized with a plaque unveiling at a special event. www.abbotsford.ca/parksprograms
Cost Sharing of Private Fencing
Geese and Ducks
As a “good neighbour”, the City of Abbotsford will consider cost sharing the installation of fences constructed on residential properties shared with city parks and/or pedestrian walkways. www.abbotsford.ca/parksprograms
Sports Fields The Abbotsford Parks, Recreation & Culture Department coordinates booking services for a variety outdoor sports groups. Check out our large selection of field venues! www.abbotsford.ca/majorfields
Field Inspection Procedure During periods of inclement weather, generally November through March, when normal play may cause damage to the fields, or compromise the safety of users, fields are inspected and the current field condition is reported. Field inspections occur daily Monday through Friday, to assess field conditions. Field conditions are updated daily prior to 12pm Monday through Friday. The weekend field status is updated prior to 12pm every Friday. This status is for the entire weekend until further inspections take place. Updated reports are posted on the website and the phone hotline on the first business day of the following week. Weekend field status cannot be changed, but fields are monitored by weekend staff, to ensure safety. Fields are closed to prevent situations that may lead to player injury and degradation of the field surfaces. Conditions that warrant field closures are: • Standing water • Frozen or snow covered field surface • Excessive wear • Excessive frost • Weather forecasts stating inclement weather To check the current status of playing fields visit us at www.abbotsford.ca/fieldstatus
Please do not feed the geese and ducks. While it is enjoyable to feed waterfowl, it is detrimental to them and to our environment. Feeding waterfowl creates numerous problems such as: • Disturbs natural migration patterns, leading to extremely large concentrations of birds - overcrowding can lead to disease and fighting amongst the population. • Destroys the birds ability to forage and find food for themselves. • Deprives the birds of essential nutrients and can cause serious digestive problems. • Attracts rats and other vermin due to the large amount of food scraps in the area. • Reduces usable areas for people due to large amounts of feces and potentially aggressive geese. • Causes costly efforts to keep our parklands usable and clean and to manage the ever-increasing numbers of waterfowl. The presence of wildlife can greatly enhance your park experience but, when duck and geese populations become too high, it can diminish your experience, as well as cause significant increases in our park maintenance costs. Please help us to manage large waterfowl populations by allowing the birds to feed themselves. Remember, real geese don’t eat bread! www.abbotsford.ca/prc
For more information about the parks section, please contact our office at: 604.859.3134 • prcoffice@abbotsford.ca • www.abbotsford.ca
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Urban Forestry
Trees
Tree Topping
The City of Abbotsford has a bylaw in place to preserve the tree canopy in Abbotsford. The City also has measures in place to ensure that all trees are healthy and viable and contribute positively to the natural environment. Trees are important in our community to help us sustain a healthy, natural environment. Before cutting down any trees on your property, it is important to contact the Urban Forestry Section to ensure that you comply with the bylaw. The bylaw is available on our website at www.abbotsford.ca/treebylaw Note that there is a fee for the tree-cutting permit. The current fee is indicated on the tree cutting application form. Application forms are available online at www.abbotsford.ca/treepermit Permits are valid one year from the date of issue. For information on tree permits or if you have any comments or concerns regarding a tree on a City boulevard or park contact Parks, Recreation & Culture.
Tree Topping is a method often used by inexperienced gardeners to reduce the size of a tree. Topping typically involves removing whole tops of trees or large branches and/or trunks from the tops of trees, leaving stubs or small lateral branches exposed. The City of Abbotsford discourages the practice of tree topping for several reasons:
Tips for your Trees Fertilizing: • Fertilize your tree ONLY if a soil test shows that nutrients are lacking. If so, an application of a balanced fertilizer may be applied before the tree begins to bud. • Applying ‘weed and feed’ to your lawn may injure or kill your tree. Most combination weed killers and lawn fertilizers will injure trees. Do not use anything that states it will kill broad-leaved weeds within the drip line of a broad-leaved tree as it may harm the tree as well. Mulching: • Maintain a ring of mulch around the base of the tree (the wider the better). Organic materials like wood chips and leaves are best. Wood chips will take longer to break down and, therefore, will not require replacement as often. • Mulch layer should not exceed more than 10 cm. deep over the roots as this may inhibit oxygen from reaching the roots. • Mulch should not be placed against the bark of the tree or placed in a “mulch volcano”. Watering: • An important factor in tree survival is providing water at the correct frequency. The first three years are most critical, but pay attention to watering needs throughout the tree’s life. • The best way to know how often to water is to check the soil moisture approximately 15cm below the soil surface. Water when dry. • For the first three years after planting, provide about 10 litres of water per 3cm of trunk diameter. Water the root ball and just beyond radiating out from the trunk. • As the trees age, supplemental watering is encouraged in times of low rainfall to assist in the development of healthy trees. Water larger trees within 2m of the trunk out to the drip line.
Topping Stresses Trees. Topping can remove 50 - 100 percent of a tree’s leaf-bearing crown, enough that it upsets an older tree’s well-developed crown to root ratio and temporarily cutting off its food-making ability and seriously weakening the tree.
Topping Exposes Trees to Insect and Disease Infestations as Well as Decay. Few trees can defend against multiple severe wounds caused by topping. It leaves the tree vulnerable to pests and diseases. Correct pruning cuts are made just beyond the branch collar at the point of attachment.
Topping Can Lead to Higher Risk of Breakage and Property Damage. Topping often results in branches that grow rapidly. Because these branches are anchored only in the outermost layers of the parent branches, they are extremely prone to breaking, especially during windy or icy conditions. Topping Can Permanently Deform a Tree. Trees form a variety of shapes and growth habits; a tree that has been topped will never fully regain its natural form and will often grow in gangly or unappealing shapes.
Keeping our Street Trees Healthy and Vibrant The City of Abbotsford embraces the benefits of trees and will steward the Urban Forest so as to ensure its vitality, sustainability and associated benefits to our future generations. To date, the City has planted more than 400 street trees. Many of these new trees were funded through the TD Green Streets Grant program. We manage and maintain our tree population by professionally pruning our street trees. Please do not prune our trees! We do welcome assistance with watering these trees in the summer months. Please remember to water deeply, not frequently. A gentle flow from a hose for 10 minutes once or twice per week is enough to sustain them through dry weather. If a tree is located within a few meters of what appears to be the front of your property, it may actually be located on City property and our responsibility. If you have questions or concerns about a street tree or other City managed trees, please contact the Abbotsford Parks, Recreation and Culture Department at 604.859.3134 or email us at trees@abbotsford.ca.
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Urban Forestry Green Waste Dumping; Don’t Do it! Keep our Natural Areas Natural This fall, please remember to do your part to keep our City’s natural areas healthy and vibrant. Placing yard waste or compostable material in greenspaces or parks is not composting; it’s dumping. Dumping of green waste causes negative and potentially costly effects on our natural systems and landscapes including: • nurturing destructive and invasive plant species. • attracting vermin, which can carry parasites or disease. • killing large trees and plants by smothering their root systems and rotting their stems • causing slope erosion • creating unpleasant odours and leachates Please use acceptable methods or green waste management including: • Composting on your property • Using the City’s Curbside Compostable Waste Program • Bringing your green waste to a local green waste processing or composting facility. For more information about proper waste disposal, please call 604.853.5485 or visit the City webpage and search for “Garbage, Recycling and Composting” and use our Waste Wizard look up. http://www.abbotsford.ca/collection Thank you for doing your part to keep Abbotsford beautiful and healthy!
Arbor Day: An Annual Celebration of Trees! Arbor Day has been celebrated for more than 400 years. Even in the time of Napoleon, people understood the value and vital importance of trees! In Canada, Arbor Day has been observed for more than 110 years. Different provinces and cities celebrate it at different times of year. In Abbotsford, Arbor Day has been celebrated for 15 years and is now held in the third week of September to align with Canada’s National Forest Week. Each year the City of Abbotsford’s Parks, Recreation and Culture Department hosts “Arbor Day” in one of our local city parks. This is celebration of trees and the local natural ecosystem. The day is geared for school aged kids and focuses on planting trees, learning about nature and having fun. In 2016, hundreds of children from the Abbotsford School District participated in Arbor Day which encompassed a number of hands-on educational opportunities. Students were able to take a guided trail tour, visit arboriculture booths, plant specimen trees, and transplanted 600 seedlings into pots for future planting initiatives throughout our parks. Students were also able to watch a tree chipping and air spade demonstration. The City is proud to partner with the Abbotsford School District for this annual celebration.
Did you know?
There are over 8,600 street trees in the City of Abbotsford and there will be over 9,000 by Spring 2018!
Abbotsford Neighbourhood Small Grant Funds Program
Make your neighbourhood even better - get together, have fun, and ignite your neighbourhood spirit. Need help? The City of Abbotsford is pleased to partner with the Abbotsford Community Foundation and the Vancouver Foundation to offer Neighbourhood Spirit Small Grant funds up to $1000 for projects to help improve your neighbourhood. Applications open January 9, 2018. Deadline to apply is April 14, 2018. For more information, visit www.abbotsford.ca/neighbourhoods. Plan to do anything from a community clean-up, a chess club for kids, or even a neighbourhood street hockey tournament. The goal is to increase neighbourliness and vibrancy in our community! Get to know your neighbours!
Plan something special for your neighbourhood and share your story!
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Abbotsford currently provides 4 dog off-leash areas within its municipal park system. These are located at: • Gladwin Park • Bateman Park / Stoney Creek • McKay Creek Park / Sumas Dyke • Clearbrook Park
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What is a Dog Off-Leash Area? A dog off-leash area is a place where pet owners can take their dogs to run free without a leash. Off leash does not mean “out of control” and only applies to the specific, designated area. Pet owners must ensure that their dogs are controlled and not violent or aggressive. Pet owners must also be onsite for the duration of the visit and abide by the offleash area etiquette.
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Please obey all park rules and relevant parking requirements. Please park in the parking lot and avoid parking along residential roads. Dogs must be licensed. Properly clean-up and dispose of your dog’s feces. Handlers must have a leash with them for each dog. Dogs must be under the control of and within sight of their handlers at all times. Owners are personally liable for any damage or injury inflicted by their dogs. Ensure that dogs are leashed before leaving the off-leash area. Dogs must be leashed in all parks, except within designated offleash areas.
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Enjoy the dog off-leash areas and have fun with your dogs. For more information: www.abbotsford.ca/offleash 604.859.3134 prcoffice@abbotsford.ca
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Abbotsford Cemeteries The City of Abbotsford owns and operates four cemeteries: Aberdeen; Hazelwood; Mt. Lehman; and Musselwhite. The four cemeteries are the final resting place for many of the Fraser Valley’s early settlers and continue to reflect the ongoing growth and diversity of the community. Abbotsford’s cemeteries are landscaped and maintained in park-like settings with views of the nearby mountains and the Fraser Valley. These historic places are cultural resources and community assets that provide an ongoing legacy for generations of Fraser Valley residents. Aberdeen Cemetery is located on the Fraser Highway close to Aldergrove and currently has limited opportunities for cremation interment. Hazelwood Cemetery is located along Hazelwood Avenue just east of the Abbotsford-Mission Highway and has a wide variety of interment services available. In addition to in-ground cremation and traditional casket burials, Hazelwood has a columbarium consisting of 1,056 wall niches. A columbarium is an above-ground, multilevel structure composed of a number of niches to house cremated remains. Hazelood offers an ossuary and scatter gardens. An ossuary is an inground receptacle in which cremated remains are co-mingled, and a scatter garden is a specially landscaped area where cremated remains can be dispersed. A small plaque can be placed on granite memorial pillows located at the ossuary and scatter garden.
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Mt. Lehman Cemetery is located on Taylor Road in the historic farming area of Mt. Lehman. A recent improvement and expansion has provided more interment options. There is now the option of in-ground cremation, traditional casket burials along with a columbarium and a scatter garden. Musselwhite Cemetery is located at the intersection of Marshall Road and Old Yale Road and currently has in-ground cremation and casket burial interment options available. For more information or to make arrangements: www.abbotsford.ca/cemeteries 604.851.4198 prcoffice@abbotsford.ca
Park Amenities
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Picnic Shelters
Reserve your picnic shelter from April 1 - October 31. Picnic shelters are on a first-come, first served basis for the remainder of the year. To reserve a shelter visit www.abbotsford.ca/prc to submit an online request.
Picnic Shelter Reservations Required April 1 - October 31 Park
Running Water
Power
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Mill Lake Park #1 North
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Yes key required
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Trails, Volleyball, BBQ Stands, Fishing Pier,Lake, Outdoor Pool, Water Park, Playgrounds
Mill Lake Park #2 Water Park
Yes
Yes key required
Yes
Trails, Volleyball, Playground, Outdoor Pool,Water Park
Mill Lake Park #3 South
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Trails, Volleyball, Playground, Outdoor Pool,Water Park, BBQ Stand
Mill Lake Park #4 Bevan Road
Yes at shelter
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Trails, Playground, BBQ Stand
DeLair Park
Yes
Yes key required
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Ball Fields, Soccer Fields, BBQ Stand, Playground
Gardner Park
Yes at shelter
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Playground, Trails, Pond
Grant Park
Yes sink at washroom
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Playground, Ball Field, Soccer Field
Hougan Park
Yes at standpipe
Yes key required
Yes
Horseshoe Pitches, Ball Field, BBQ Stands, Playground, River
Matsqui Village Park
Yes at shelter
2-15amp. No key required
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Ball Field, Tennis Court, BBQ Stands, Playground
McDonald Park
Yes at shelter
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Playground, BBQ Stand, River
Other Parks With Amenities - First Come, First Served (Year Round) Park
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Abbotsford Exhibition Park
Yes at shelter
Yes key required
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3 soccer Fields, 1 Rugby Field, 4 Ball Diamonds, Playground, Rotary Stadium
Ridgeview Park
Yes sink at washrooms
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Yes
Soccer Field/ Ball Diamonds (combined), Playground
Ellwood/Fish Trap Creek Park
Yes sink at washrooms
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Homestead Park
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Albert Dyck Memorial Park, 31515 Walmsley Avenue
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Babich Park, 33404 Wren Crescent
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Abbotsford Parks, Recreation & Culture Rental Facilities FACILITY
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KITCHEN FACILITIES
Abbotsford Exhibition Park 604.859.3134 32470 Haida Drive Ag.Rec Gallery
160
Yes
Air conditioned, tile floor 80’ x 44’
Stove, fridge, sink
Ag.Rec Main Floor
1900
Yes
Concrete floor, 192’ x 120’
N/A
Agrifair Arena
500 Bleachers
Yes
Dirt Floor, 200’ x 115’
Concession
Air Cadets Building
400
Yes
Concrete floor, 69’ x 83’
Stove, fridge, Sink
Legacy Banquet Hall
210
Yes
Resilient floor, air-conditioned, 3200 sq. ft.
Commercial kitchen
Legacy Conference Room
40
No
25’ x 30’ carpeted flooring, air conditioned
Sink, microwave, fridge
Legacy Martial Arts Room
50
No
30’ x 72’ resilient rubber floor, air conditioned
N/A
Legacy Boardroom
20
No
16’ x 25’ carpet floor, air conditioned
Sink, microwave, fridge
Rotary Stadium
4000 Bleachers
Yes
8 lane rubberized track, grass in-field
Concession operates
Show Barn
N/A
Yes
Asphalt floor, 210’ x 114’
N/A
Community Mobile Stage
N/A
Community Mobile Stage 604.859.3134 No
Main Stage floor 28’ x 14’
N/A
Abbotsford Recreation Centre 604.853.4221 2499 McMillan Road Meeting Room
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Carpeted floor, 200 sq. ft.
N/A
Mezzanine
110
No
Tiled floor, air-conditioned, 2100 sq. ft.
Sink
Multipurpose Rooms
up to 75
No
Laminate floor, 893 sq. ft. - 2000 sq. ft.
N/A
Arenas 604.557.4406 Concrete 200’ x 100’ dry floor rentals, 1,000 dry floor capacity
Abbotsford Recreation Centre
375
Yes
Matsqui Recreation Centre
350
Yes
200’ x 85’
Yes
Concrete 200’ x 85’ dry floor rentals, 1,000 dry floor capacity
MSA Arena
1000
Concession operates
Concession operates during special events only
Matsqui Recreation Centre 604.855.0500 3106 Clearbrook Road Aerobics Room
108
Yes
Rubberized floor, 1,000 sq. ft.
N/A
Meeting Room
60
No
Tile floor, 605 sq. ft.
N/A
Seniors Centre
120
Yes
Tile floor 62’ x 27’
Stove, fridge, sink
Matsqui Centennial Auditorium 604.859.3134 32315 South Fraser Way Auditorium
368
Yes & Multimedia
30’ x 36’ stage, sound & light, piano
N/A
Foyer
80 standing 35 banquet
Multimedia No
Carpeted
Fridge, wet bar
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Matsqui Centennial Auditorium
Rentals
This exquisite 368 seat, theatre-style venue’s outstanding design and superb technical abilities create the perfect intimate setting for any function or performance.
Arena Rentals:
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30’ x 36’ stage with large on-stage screen available Two large dressing rooms equipped with showers Impeccable washroom facilities Comfortably large green room State-of-the.art sound and lighting systems PA and multi-media services Beautiful grand piano available for performances
Foyer
Surrounded in floor-to-ceiling windows, this fully carpeted venue, which looks out onto a decadent garden and fountain display, lends itself well to receptions.
Abbotsford Recreation Centre ....................................... 604.557.4406
Pool Rentals: Abbotsford Recreation Centre ....................................... 604.853.4221 Matsqui Recreation Centre ............................................ 604.855.0500
Abbotsford School Dist. No. 34 Gymnasiums: Please contact.................................................604.852.9494 ext. 2300 Gymnasium bookings are available Oct 1 - May 31 Requests should be made Jul 1 - July 5 for the following year. Community Sport usage only, no birthday parties.
Multiuse Rentals: Abbotsford Exhibition Park ............................................ 604.859.3134
Capacity:
80 standing; 35 banquet; 64 theatre style Multi-media services available Practical kitchenette/bar adjoins the foyer
Outdoor
A uniquely designed fountain area and courtyard transforms into a beautiful stage. An ideal venue for outdoor dance and theatre performances or weddings.
Technical
Our technical experts professionally handle all your lighting, sound and multi-media needs.
Community Halls GROUPS WITH MULTIPLE ROOMS .
CAPACITY CONTACT
Abbotsford Arts Centre.......................................2329 Crescent Way.....................................40 - 260................................. Office.......604.853.0966 Abbotsford Curling Rink.....................................2555 McMillan Rd.......................................150 - 200............................... Bill............604.859.9244 Abbotsford Senior Assn. Hall...............................33889 Essendene Ave..................................120 - 200............................... Joseph......604.825.0195 Garden Park Tower.............................................2825 Clearbrook Rd....................................20 - 480................................. Office.......604.853.5532 Trinity Memorial Church......................................33737 George Ferguson Way......................25 - 100................................. Office.......604.853.2591 Tradex................................................................1190 Cornell Street......................................12 - 150................................. Office.......604.850.1533 The Reach Gallery Museum Abbotsford..............32388 Veterans Way....................................40 - 200................................. Office.......604.864.8087
GROUPS WITH SINGLE ROOM Bradner Community Club...................................5305 Bradner Rd.........................................300........................................ Office.......604.856.8441 Clayburn Village Community Hall........................4315 Wright St............................................124........................................ Office.......604.850.4362 Clayburn Village Community Church..................4304 Wright St............................................80.......................................... Office.......604.850.4362 Fraternal Order of Eagles.....................................33868 Essendene Ave..................................130........................................ Andy........604.859.5405 Highstreet Community Room.............................3122 Mt Lehman Road................................40...........................................Office......604.381.3934 Jubilee Community Hall......................................7720 Bradner Rd.........................................175 ....................................... Maureen..604.856.8690 Matsqui Prairie Community Assn.........................33676 St. Olaf Ave......................................240........................................ Jan...........604.826.7613 Mt. Lehman Army & Navy Club...........................30346 McNeil Ave.......................................75.......................................... Grant.......604.856.3113 Mt. Lehman Community Assn.............................6418 Mt. Lehman Rd...................................100 ..................................mtlehmancommunityhall.ca Pinegrove Community Club................................31929 Mercantile Way.................................80.......................................... Tyler.........604.309.8402 Straiton Community Hall.....................................4692 Upper Sumas Mountain Rd.................200 ........................straitoncommunityhall@gmail.com
THEATRE STYLE RENTAL FACILITIES Matsqui Centennial Auditorium......................... 32315 South Fraser Way ........................... 368 - Auditorium .................. Office ...... 604.859.3134 40 - Foyer 30’ x 36’ stage, lighting, sound, grand piano The Abbotsford Arts Centre .............................. 2329 Cresent Way .................................... 739 - Fully equipped theatre ................. 604.853.0966
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Arts, Culture & Heritage
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The eighth annual Culture Days weekend will take place September 29 to October 1, 2017 and will feature thousands of free, handson, interactive activities that invite the public to participate “behindthe-scenes,” to discover the world of artists, creators, heritage experts, architects, curators, designers and other creative people in their communities. Founded in 2009, Culture Days is a non-profit organization dedicated to building a national network of cultural connections devoted to providing Canadians with opportunities to participate in, and appreciate, all forms of arts and culture. Through an annual three-day national celebration that always begins on the last Friday of September, hundreds of thousands of artists and cultural organizations in hundreds of cities and towns come together and invite Canadians to participate in free, interactive and “behind the scenes” activities to discover their cultural spirit and passion.
Since its inception, 10 million Canadians have participated in 40,000 Culture Days activities and events in 900 cities and towns during the annual event.
Celebrate Culture in the Fraser Valley September 29 - October 1, 2017 creatiValley is back for 3 days of creative displays and live performances creatiValley Festival is in its third year celebrating the best of home-grown culture in the Fraser Valley. Hosted by the Reach Gallery Museum, the Festival brings together cultural presenters from across artistic disciplines including visual arts, dance, music, literary arts, theatre and performing arts. The creatiValley Festival coincides with the Culture Days weekend with an opening party on Friday, September 29 and continues throughout the weekend.
REGISTER YOUR EVENT TODAY! Artists, arts organizations, cultural, and heritage organizations, businesses, and municipalities can all play a part in sharing our love of arts and culture. Give the public a peek behind the curtains to discover your creative process, have them learn something new or engage with other members of the community. Choose from a variety of activity types to connect with participants: • Hands-on: invite people to create, help make or try doing something themselves. • Behind-the-scenes: take visitors inside artistic spaces to get a peek at creativity in action. • Excursion: offer a tour of more than one location (e.g., art gallery crawl). • Discussion: offer artist talks, panels, round tables and other cultural conversations where audiences can learn and discuss. • Collective Creation: let the public contribute to a collaborative act or work of art. Culture Days is not only a celebration, but an opportunity to showcase what you do year-round, so feel free to register free activities promoting upcoming events or assisting with the planning of future community projects, such as public consultations, seminars, or volunteer recruitment activities.
Registration is easy! 1. Start by going to CultureDays.ca and clicking Register an Activity. 2. Then click Create a regular Culture Days account. 3. O nce you’ve created your account and are logged in, click the “Register activities” button. 4. C lick “Add a New Activity” for each activity you are planning and complete the online form (don’t forget to upload an image for each activity). 5. T he last step is to enter the captcha code and click “Publish.” You’ll be taken to your activity’s public webpage for review. You can always go back and edit if you need to make any changes.
Each day will feature dynamic programming guaranteed to suit every taste and interest as well as an opportunity to meet some of the best and most diverse artists from the Fraser Valley.
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Join us in the festivities and events as Arts, Culture and Heritage in Abbotsford marks Canada’s 150th year of Confederation in 2017. So many ways to get involved – upcoming featured Abbotsford Arts, Culture and Heritage events include:
Kariton Art Gallery
Trethewey House Heritage Site
www.abbotsfordartscouncil.com Through My Eyes
www.msamuseum.ca
Visual artists Paula Funk and Pepe Hidalgo express aspects of their personal history and culture, inviting the viewer to experience the world as they see it in this exhibit. September 16 - October 17 Opening Reception - September 16,6pm- 8pm
Semblance: A New and Mixed Media Exhibition “Semblance” - The outward appearance or apparent form of something, especially when the reality is different. This exhibition hopes to challenge the viewers perspective of what they consider art to be while offering opportunities for education and understanding of the specific works. October 21 - November 21 Opening Reception - October 21, 6pm - 8pm
Reworked and Reassembled Using found objects in their work, Lianne Mitchell and Alex Steart, transform our perceptions of the everyday and inspire us to rethink what we are seeing. November 25 - December 19 Opening Reception - November 25, 6pm - 8pm
Fraser Valley Concert Series The Abbotsford Arts Council partnered with Envision Financial, provides free local concerts.
Madflower (Rock),
House of James - September 2, 7pm - 9pm
Jackson Hollow (Bluegrass/Country) SippChai Cafe - September 23, 7pm - 9pm
Thistle Dew (Folk) Clik Coffee Bistro - September 30, 7pm - 9pm
Arty Awards The Arty Awards are hosted annually by the Abbotsford Arts Council to recognize and showcase local artistic excellence in individuals of all ages across multiple genres, ranging from visual art and writing to perfomrance and the culinary arts, as well as community arts advocacy. The Reach Gallery Museum, September 30
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Ongoing afternoon drop-in tours of the upcoming exhibits, as well as afternoon drop-in tours of Trethewey House (group of five people or less) are free. Plese see our website to pre-book larger groups or educational programming.
Opening Reception Join us for the grand opening of our new permanent exhibit, where we explore five topics from the Heritage Site’s past. The exhibit will be part of our Canada 150 celebration and is designed to be engaging and interactive. Friday, September 29 5pm - 7pm
Christmas Open House We will be decking the halls of Trethewey House and opening the doors to visitors for our annual Chrustmas Open House. Come see Trethewey House all dressed in historic Christmas finery from our collections, enjoy light refreshments and learn about Christmas in the 1920’s. Bring your family to take in the sights and sounds of the past! Saturday, December 2 12pm - 4pm
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The Reach Gallery Museum Abbotsford www.thereach.ca Exhibitions – FREE SEPTEMBER 21 - DECEMBER 31 Opening Reception – Fall/Winter Season of Exhibitions Join us to celebrate the opening of the Fall Season of exhibitions at The Reach Gallery Museum Abbotsford. The 2017 exhibition program at The Reach acknowledges Canada’s 150th year of Confederation in a series of exhibitions that address our shared colonial history, consider the legacy of its impacts, and explore the possibility of (re)conciliation for present and future generations. September 21, 7pm
Ursula Johnson: Mi’kwite’tmn (Do You Remember) Mi’kmaw artist Ursula Johnson deconstructs and manipulates the function and image of Mi’kmaw basketry using traditional techniques to build non-functional forms.
2017 Fraser Valley Regional Biennale The 2017 Fraser Valley Regional Biennale is a dynamic, collective representation of exceptional artwork produced by artists in the Fraser Valley region over the past two years.
Leah Decter: Oh-oh Canada Oh-oh Canada, is a multi-platform collaborative project that reaches out to Canadian audiences in public spaces, virtual platforms and gallery settings, and international audiences through on-line interfaces.
Tara-Lynn Kozma-Perrin Art presentation.
Cody LeCoy
An exhibition curated by Andrea Smith, The Reach Aboriginal Curatorial Intern.
Emerge Art on Demand 3.3 Art on Demand is a series of exhibitions in a flexible space that features the work of Emerge artists and curators. For more information thereach.ca/emerge. September 21 - November 12, 2017
Emerge Art on Demand 3.4 Opening Reception Art on Demand is a series of exhibitions in a flexible space that features the work of Emerge artists and curators. For more information thereach.ca/emerge. November 16 – December 31, 2017
EVENTS
Visit thereach.ca/calendar to register. Or phone 604.864.8087 ext. 0 C3-Culture, Coffee and Cookies Enjoy weekly, stimulating, one-hour cultural presentations in a relaxed, social setting. Every Wednesday, 10:30am -11:30am Free, pre-registration is required.
Sunday Family Art Class Bring the whole family out for our fun craft sessions in the studio. Our projects are often based on current exhibitions, holidays or relevant themes. Two Sundays each month, 1pm - 2:30pm or 3pm - 4:30pm, Free, pre-registration is required.
Tour & Try @ The Reach Based on Visual Thinking Strategies, this group fieldtrip program consists of a one-hour, docent-led tour of current exhibitions and a one hour, hands-on, exhibition-related art project in our studio. $5 per-participant, 3 weeks advance-booking required Open to any group of 5 or more participants.
Twilight in The Garden @ Brambles Bistro A cultivating the art of celebrating summer fundraiser at Brambles Bistro. September 9, 6:00pm $140 for individual tickets, $1,000 for art Entourage of 8
Pro-D Day Art Camp @ The Reach (6yrs - 12yrs) Want to learn how to break the mold? Become a contemporary art-kid? Learn fun facts about Art History? Get messy and make new friends? Then you’ve come to the right place! Pre-registration required. September 22 and November 24, 10:30am - 2:30pm $30 per participant
ArtHaus Fundraiser Event A creative, fun art-makers and celebratory party for grown-ups. October 27, 6:30pm $40 Friends of The Reach. $45 Future Friends
Art History Course: Renaissance and Baroque Italy We’ll cover the art styles Renaissance and Baroque in art, architecture, and sculpture. Set against a backdrop of the jealousies schemes, intrigues, and in-fighting among the artists, patrons, and politicians. October 5 - 7, Every Thursday 6:30pm- 8:30pm $165 Future Friends (10% discount for Reach Friends)
ONGOING Voices of the Valley The permanent history exhibition at The Reach brings together material culture collections, photographs, archival material and collections of oral histories to illustrate significant local themes and events through the eyes of the individuals who experienced them.
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Clearbrook Library
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1. Mt. Lehman Library 5875 Mt. Lehman Road www.fvrl.bc.ca
5. The Reach Gallery Museum 32388 Veterans Way www.thereach.ca
9. Abbotsford Community Library 33355 Bevan Avenue www.fvrl.bc.ca
2. Clayburn Village Historic Conservation Area Clayburn & Wright Roads www.clayburnvillage.com
6. Gur Sikh Temple National Historic Site 33094 South Fraser Way www.canadiansikhheritage.ca
10. Abbotsford Arts Centre 2329 Crescent Way wwwabbotsfordartscentre.ca
3. Clearbrook Libary 32320 George Ferguson Way www.fvrl.bc.ca
7. Kariton Art Gallery & Boutique 2387 Ware Street www.abbotsfordartscouncil.com
4. Matsqui Centennial Auditorium 32315 South Fraser Way prcoffice@abbotsford.ca for rental/events information see www.abbotsford.ca
8. Trethewey House Heritage Site 2313 Ware Street www.msamuseum.ca
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11. Abbotsord Centre 33800 King Road www.abbotsfordcentre.ca
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Community Directory
Arts & Performing Arts General Abbotsford Arts Council ......................................... Sophia 604.852.9358 Abbotsford Machine Knitters ...................................... Gina 604.852.2388 Abbotsford Photo Arts Club.....................................……..www.apac.bc.ca Abbotsford Quilters Guild.........................www.abbotsfordquilterguild.org Fraser Valley Machine Embroider Club ........................ Gina 604.852.2388 Fraser Valley Poets Society........................................... .Terry 604.852.2740 The Glass Hive Studio .................................................. Ellen 604.615.6902 The Reach, Gallery Museum, Abbotsford................... Office 604.864.8087
Dance Abbotsford Ballet Studio .............................................Gem 604.854.2007 A time to Dance ........................................................... Susi 604.855.3835 Abbotsford Grand Squares.........................................David 604.864.7435 Creative Edge School of Arts.................................... Eileen 604.855.33436
Music A & D Music & Productions........................................... Deb 778.880.0280 A-Tones Music Jam/Singalong......................................... Ed 604.853.8624 Central Fraser Valley Fiddlers ..............www.centralfraservalleyfiddlers.com Creative Edge School of Arts...................................... Eileen 604.855.3343 Darcy D Music Group .................................................Darcy 604.832.2170 Fraser Valley Symphony............................................ Patricia 604.744.9110 Joy Vox Community Choir ........................................... Liisa 604.556.4402 Music for Young Children............................................. Lois 604.309.2388 Music Pups ............................................................. Tammy 604.302.5437 Stepping Stone Music Co .............................................Liisa 604.556.4402 Sound of Music Sales Ltd............................................ Dean 604.859.0400 Tammy’s Music Class .............................................. Tammy 604.302.5437 Valley Echoes Chorus ...................................................Ann 604.826.8060
Theater Abbotsford Arts Centre.........................................Laura Lee 604.853.0966 Abbotsford Children’s Theatre................................... Freddy 604.853.5065 Fraser Valley Stage Production Society........................ Kathy 604.307.5841 Gallery 7 Theatre & Performing Arts Society.................. Ken 604.504.5940 Matsqui Centennial Auditorium................................. Office 604.859.3134
Business Abbotsford Downtown Bus. Association.......................Tina 604.850.6547 Community Futures /FV Self Employment...................Teresa 604.864.5770
Education St. John Ambulance ........................................................... 604.853.8700 Valley Power & Sail Squadron ...................................Sandra 604.792.9373
Health & Support Abb. Blind & Visually Impaired Society......................... Mae 604.626.0643 Abbotsford Community Services.........................Front Desk 604.859.7681 Abbotsford Parkinson’s Self Help............................. Carolyn 604.853.3772 Alzheimer Society of B.C...................................................... 604.859.3889 BC Cancer Foundation.............................................. Rachel 604.851.4736 Canadian Blood Services .......................................... Arleen 604.707.3429 Canadian Celiac Association ......................................... Val 604.736.2229 Canadian Hard of Hearing Association ........................ Jerry 604.864.2916 Chronic Fatigue/M.E/Fibromyalgia...............................Doug 604.855.9431 Clearbrook AA Group .................................................. Rick 604.855.0001 Communitas Supportive Care Society ........................ Karyn 604.850.6608 Creative Centre Society ....................................................... 604.853.0392 F.V. Child Development Center ..................................Nicole 604.852.2686 Fraser Valley Downs Syndrome Society ...................... Sylvie 604.853.5563 Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation............................. Liz 604.851.4890
Healthy Abbotsford ................................................ Brenda 604.859.3134 Kidney Foundation ....................................................... Lois 604.856.8218 MSA Society for Community Living ............ Richard 604.852.6800 Ext 102 Muscular Dystrophy .....................................................Fran 604.850.0661 Narcotics Anonymous.......................................................... 604.873.1018
Social & Service General Abbotsford Child Care Resource & Referral................ Maria 604.850.7934 Abbotsford Community Foundation........................... Susan 604.850.3755 Abbotsford Restorative Justice ................................ Joanne 604.864.4844 Fraser Valley Metis Association .................................. Dawn 604.996.7686 Salvation Army..................................................................... 604.852.9305 Welcome Wagon ......................................................Noelle 604.556.0134
Car Clubs Vintage Car Club of Canada (CFVC).............................. Rick 604.854.3584
Community Clubs Abbotsford Community Garden Society .....................................................www.abbosfordcommunitygarden.com Abbotsford Euchre Club ...............................................Don 604.746.6930 Abbotsford Genealogical Society........................................www.abbygs.ca Abbotsford/Mission Alpen Club .......................... Anneliese 604.859.0822 Abbotsford /Mission Newcomers Club........................Corry 604.859.4859 Abbotsford Sundown Toastmasters........................ Caroline 604.859.6555 Abbotsford Swinging Hubs ...................................... Wilma 604.856.8774 BC Lapidary Society...................................................... Cam 604.854.1711 Clayburn Village Community Society........................... Leslie 604.850.4362 Fraser Valley Antique Farm Machinery Assoc................ Jerry 604.864.2916 Fraser Valley Dog Fanciers ........................................... John 604.826.9046 Fraser Valley Philatelic (stamp) Club............................Randy 604.826.1325 Jubilee Community Hall............................................. Lynda 604.856.8690 Matsqui Flyball & Agility Club.................................Shannon 604.217.8021 Next Step Toastmasters Club..........................................Ray 604.853.6725 Scandinavian Club of the Fraser Valley ......................... Eigil 604.870.8601 The BC Reptile Club................................................Melodie 604.467.0209 The Social Club of Abbotsford ..................................... Pat 604.851.9388
Community Events Abbotsford Agrifair................................................. Melanie 604.852.6674 Abbotsford International Airshow Society.................... Kate 604.852.8511 AbbyFest Multicultural Society ..................................... Ken 604.859.3996
Cultural The Reach, Gallery Museum, Abbotsford................... Office 604.864.8087
Libraries Abbotsford Community Library FVRL................................... 604.853.1753 Clearbrook Library, FVRL..................................................... 604.859.7814 Mount Lehman Library, FVRL ............................................... 604.856.4988 Friends of the Abbotsford Libraries............................. Gwen 604.864.7414
Nature Abbotsford Fish & Game Club................................................ www.afgc.ca Abbotsford Mission Nature Club................................. Hank 604.853.4283 Abbotsford Ravine Park Salmon Enhancement........... daletaylor2@shaw.ca Elizabeth’s Wildlife Center Society......................... Elizabeth 604.852.9173 Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC (FFSBC) .................Tanya 604.504.4716 NatureKids BC.........................................................Kristine 604.737.8041
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Seniors
Baseball
Abbotsford Community Services ......................................... 604.870.3763 Abbotsford Learning Plus Society............................. Wanda 778.808.7377 B.C. Old Age Pensioners Or. Branch 69..........................Bev 604.756.0348 Probus Club of Abbotsford....................................... Robert 604.850.3925
Abbotsford Minor Fastball Assn (AMFA)................................www.amfa.ca Abbotsford Slo-Pitch..................................................... Bob 604.217.8957
Service Groups
Football/Rugby
Abbotsford Community Services.........................Front Desk 604.859.7681 Abbotsford Lions Club ....................................... abbotsfordlions@shaw.ca Abbotsford Peer Support for seniors ............................. Pat 604.850.0011 Electa Chapter #20, Order of the Eastern Star............ Sonia 604.826.0007 Kiwanis Club of Abbotsford ....................................... .Ann 604.302.1677 Kiwanis Club of Clearbrook .................................. Manfred.604.309.2034
Abbotsford Rugby Football Club ................................ Tyler 604.309.8407
Women Abby.Mission Newcomers Club .................................. Corry.604.859.4859 Business & Professional Women of Abb.................... Arlene.604.859.4222 Canadian Federation of University Women ................... Lois 604.850.6643 CFUW Abbotsford ................................................. .Margo 604.853.6575 Soroptimist International of Abbotsford/Mission.......Colleen 604.853.0214
Youth Abbotsford Youth Commission.................................Christy 604.854.8785 Fraser Valley Youth Society ..................................Samantha 604.200.3203 Impact Youth Substance Use Services ........................ Brian 604.853.1766
Sports General
Bowling
Jubilee Park Lawn Bowling Club................................... Terry 604.287.1219
Golf Fraserglen Golf Course ............................................Corrine 604.852.3477
Hockey: Ball, Roller & Ice Abbotsford Ball Hockey League ................................... Terry 604.302.6796 Abbotsford Minor Hockey Association.................... Rhonda 604.852.8295 Valley Ball Hockey Association........................................Lisa 604.514.0009
Lacrosse Abbotsford Lacrosse Association ................................ Leslie 604.897.6439
Martial Arts Abbotsford Judo Club................................................ Tokue 604.852.8014 Abbotsford Karate Club (GSK)......................................Paul 604.556.1444 Fraser Valley Aikikai..................................................... Steve 604.820.4438 Master Lee’s Tae Kwon Do................................. Master Lee 778.779.3397
Skating Abbotsford Skating Club...................................................... 604.850.1419 Matsqui Blades Speed Skating Club..............................Sara 778.823.6852
Abbotsford BMX.................................................... Michelle 604.807.0204 Abbotsford Sports Hall of Fame Society ..................... Kathy 604.859.3124 BC Powerlifting Association........................................ Brian 604.855.2412 Deerfoot Athletic Club ...........................................Dorothy 604.504.1616 Fraser Valley Pickleball .................................www.fraservalleypickleball.org Phoenix Velo Training Group...................................... Geoff 604.826.5330 Special Olympics Abbotsford ....................localsobcabbotsford@gmail.com Twisters Gymnastics .....................................................Sara 604.850.8500 Valley Stars Cheer Athletics.......................................... Judy 604.556.3374
Soccer
Archery/Rod & Gun
Cultus Lake Sailing Club.............................................. Mark 604.858.8678 Fraser Valley Water Ski Club.................................... Corey 604.807.8423
Ridgedale Rod & Gun Club......................................... Henk 778.240.9505
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Abbotsford Soccer Association ..................................... Dan 604.859.3033 Abbotsford United Soccer Club ..............................Makhan 604.825.1780 Royal Soccer Club ............................................................ 1.800.427.0536
Tennis/Badminton Abbotsford Badminton Club.......................................... Les 604.852.9218 Abbotsford Tennis Club...............................................Jenny 604.855.4025
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Community Programs Abbotsford has many opportunities for recreation and culture. The community programs offered in the following advertisements cover a variety of interests and activities ranging from music and sports programs, to dance and academic advancement. Our community is fortunate to have a diverse range of programming for children and adults that encourages personal growth, development and a healthy, active lifestyle.
Abbotsford Parks, Recreation & Culture To advertise in the Advertising Directory, please call Tammi at 604.851.4517.
A & D Music....................................................... 85 Abbotsford Curling Club.................................... 82 Abbotsford Dance Centre................................... 87 Abbotsford Olympians Swimming Club.............. 83 Abbotsford Shotokan Karate.............................. 84 Abbotsford Skating Club.................................... 88 Abbotsford Works........................................ 88, 90 Athletes in Action............................................... 91 Central Valley Academy of Music....................... 82 Dance in Motion................................................ 85 Elevate Volleyball Club....................................... 86 Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation................. 88 Freestyle Dance Centre....................................... 83 Gallery 7 Theatre & Performing Arts................... 83 Gearbots Makerspace........................................ 84 Hand in Hand Child Care Society....................... 90 Kumon............................................................... 83 Little Koala Montessori Academy....................... 82 Monarch House.................................................. 87 Silverfox Squadron Air Cadets............................ 84 Ukrainian Club of Abbotsford............................. 90 University of the Fraser Valley...................... 85, 89 Valley Royals Track & Field................................. 86 81
Project Work Montessori • Music
All ages.....All styles...All abilities from Qualified Instructors in Piano, Violin, Cello, Voice, Guitar, Drums, Woodwinds & Brass and Band.
Language • Math Reggio • Art Abbotsford: 2335 McCallum Rd (778) 856-1281 Richmond: 10011 Blundell Rd (604) 271-7068 Surrey: 14947 108 Ave (604) 951-4008
www.littlekoalamontessori.com
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LEARN-TO-CURL September 27-28, 7pm-10pm, or September 30-October 1, Noon-3pm Cost is $30; includes all equipment & instruction Register: abbycurlingclub@shaw.ca
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ABBOTSFORD CURLING CLUB Join a great group of people at the Fraser Valley’s House of Hospitality
604.859.9244 abbotsfordcurling.com
2555 McMillan Road, Abbotsford abbycurlingclub@shaw.ca
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Private rental of ice and lounge welcome. Contact Kent at: abbycurlingclub@shaw.ca
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Math. Reading. Confidence. FREE PLACEMENT TEST! Kumon Abbotsford – Clearbrook #201 - 2760 Trethewey St. 604.855.7896 • shirleytam@ikumon.com www.kumonabbotsfordclearbrook.com WWW.GALLERY7THEATRE.COM
Live Your Dreams! Abbotsford’s leading ballet studio
Recreational & Competitive Programs available R.A.D Ballet Syllabus - Examinations
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FALL PROGRAMS • Jazz • Lyrical • Contemporary • Hip Hop • Acro • Tap • Ballet • Musical Theatre • and More! Preprimary-Solo Seal All ballet instructors certified with The Royal Academy of Dance SUMMER HOURS MON. THRU THURS. 2PM-6PM REGISTRATION IS ONGOING
ALL AGES AND ANY SKILL LEVEL NEW COMPETITIVE TEAMS
FreeStyle DANCE CENTRE
604.855.7433 2838 Ventura Ave, Abbotsford freestyledancecentre.ca freestyledance@telus.net
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Learn to Swim the Olympian Way! • • • • • • • •
FREE 2 week tryout (limitations apply) After school programs Programs once a week or more Meet new friends & have fun Learn in a positive progressive environment Children 6-18yrs Minimum ability to joining is to swim 25m (1 length) & be comfortable in deep water Competitions offered
Abbotsford Olympians Swim Club 604-825-1856 www.abbotsfordolympians.com
FREE TWO WEEK TRIAL FOR NEW MEMBERS
(LIMITATIONS APPLY.)
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861 SILVERFOX AIR CADETS JOINING AIR CADETS
there is something for everyone...
• Biathlon • Gliding & Power Flying • Leadership • Music • Marksmanship • First Aid & Survival Skills • Scholarships • Airport Operations
• Sports • Ground School Training • Effective Speaking • Navigation • Community Service • Aerospace • Drill • Citizenship • Educational Credits
FOR YOUTH AGES 12–18
ABBOTSFORD SHOTOKAN KARATE DOJO Traditional Japanese Karate training for all ages Kids Classes - Adult Classes 25 years teaching experience.
Respect • Self Confidence • Self Defense
MEETINGS: Wednesday Nights 6:30pm - 9:30pm LOCATION: Air Cadet Building #14-32470 Haida Drive, Abbotsford Registration and Start: Sept 6, 2017 $160 Annual Registration Fee to cover costs, not covered by DND.
Registration is ongoing.
For more info visit www.861silverfox.ca or email parents@861silverfox.ca
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The ultimate aim of the art of Karate lies not in victory or defeat, but in the perfection of character of its participants.
604-226-3801 (Club Administrator) 604-825-5286 (Chief Instructor) www.AbbotsfordKarate.com
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• Voice • Acoustic Guitar • Pop Piano • Electric Guitar • RCM Piano • Mandolin • Keyboard • Ukulele • Drums • Banjo • Flute & Piccolo • Violin • Clarinet • Electric & • Saxophone Stand-up Bass • Trumpet • Tuba
BECOME A LIBRARY TECHNICIAN Library and Information Technologists are in high demand. Begin a career in the growing information management industry in as little as two years. Learn online or on campus. Apply now and start in September or January.
“I emerged from the program fully trained to work in the information services sector. My employer was so impressed, she hired three more graduates from my class.”
2613 Montrose Avenue Historic Downtown Abbotsford
• jazz
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Music for life at
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• Ukulele Group • Musical Theatre
— Julie Bell, Libit Grad
Questions? 1-888-504-7441 ext. 4582
• musical theatre
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• 2yrs - adult classes • recreational & competitive
call today to register! ABBOTSFORD’S FAVOURITE DANCE STUDIO
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GR. 4-8 TRY OUR GRAND PRIX 4-WK SERIES FOR JUST $5! RACES WED. AFTERNOONS SEP 20 - OCT 11
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• Running
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Accepting Athletes of All Abilities
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• Discus • Shot Put
GET FIT & HAVE FUN!
Effective treatment and care, every step of the way Effective treatment and care, every step of the way
Monarch House improves access, coordinates treatment, and focuses on results for individuals Monarch House improves access, coordinates focuses on results their for individuals with developmental delays, disabilities, andtreatment, changingand needs throughout lifespan. with developmental delays, disabilities, and changing needs throughout their lifespan. Our board certified behavior analysts, speech-language pathologists, and occupational Our board certified behavior analysts, speech-language pathologists, and occupational therapists work collaboratively and individually as required to deliver evidence-based therapists individually as required to deliverhousing evidence-based treatment inwork our collaboratively centres, clients’and homes and schools, and in specialized settings. treatment in our centres, clients’ homes and schools, and in specialized housing settings. Behaviour Therapy • Recreational and Group Programs Behaviour Therapy • Recreational and Group Programs Speech and Language Therapy • Occupational Therapy Speech and Language Therapy • Occupational Therapy Assessments for Diagnosis • Free Developmental Screening Clinics Assessments for Diagnosis • Free Developmental Screening Clinics
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Monarch House • Abbotsford Monarch House • Abbotsford 34252 Marshall RD, Suite 4 34252 Marshall RD, Suite 4 Abbotsford, BC V2S 1L9 Abbotsford, BC V2S 1L9
P: 604.755.8039 P: 604.755.8039 abbotsford@monarchhouse.ca abbotsford@monarchhouse.ca
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Registration Now Open!
Save your spot now, for the 2017-2018 Season! Dance Class For Ages 18 Months To Adult Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Musical Theatre, Song And Dance, Hiphop, Acrobatics, Irish, Contortion, Contemporary, And Lyrical. Classes start at $28/month
Twinkle Stars Combo Classes & Littlesteps Primary Programs call 604.855.7861 OR register online at abbotsforddancecenter.com
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2017 Fall Registration Registration is for ALL Programs Pre-CanSkate 2.5 to 5 years: Wednesday’s & Friday’s CanSkate 3 years and up: Tuesday’s & Thursday’s CanPower- for Hockey and Ringette players- Levels 1 & 2 Tuesday’s PRESENTING PARTNER
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Looking for Work? Need Training? We Can Help!
Registration will be held August 14 & 17 from 4:00-8:00 at ARC Arena
FREE Employoment Services
August 15 & 16 from 9:00-1:00 at Centre Ice Arena *Please remember to take a number upon arrival
For Job Seekers • Job Search Workshops • Training • Financial Supports • Resource Room with Support Staff
For Employers • Free Job Posting Services • Pre-Screened Applicants • Hiring Fairs • On-Site Job Coaching • Wage Subsidy
We accept Cash, Cheque and Credit
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And Much More ...... Locations to Serve You Store Front Office #103-33255 South Fraser Way (beside White Spot Restaurant) 604-859-4500 storefront@abbotsfordworks.com Apollo Multiplex Centre Satellite #203 - 3600 Townline Road 604-859-7686 apollo@abbotsfordworks.com Laurel Street Satellite #102B-33711 Laurel Street (Entrance on Pauline Street) 778-856-4468 info@abbotsfordworks.com
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Donate Today www.fvhcf.ca 604 851 4890 YOUR COMMUNITY YOUR HOSPITAL YOUR FOUNDATION
CREATIVE SKILLS FOR TODAY’S WORKPLACE
Design, photography, content creation, and other creative skills are becoming more important in the modern workplace.
FULL + HALF DAY WORKSHOPS!
Expand your creative toolkit with courses, workshops, or customized training from UFV’s Centre for Creative Development. Learn from industry leaders in a flexible format in the exceptional digital labs and art studios at the UFV Mission campus.
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Register today! ufv.ca/ccd Questions? DesignMission@ufv.ca | 604-557-7616
PERSONAL GROWTH
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Enhance your résumé, advance your career, and enrich your life. Earn a recognized certificate to advance your career — or gain a new skill by taking a single course. UFV Continuing Education is your best option for top-quality programs, courses, and customized training that fit your schedule.
Register today! ufv.ca/ce Questions? 1-888-504-7441, ext. 6324
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ARE YOU A SINGLE PARENT ON INCOME OR DISABILITY ASSISTANCE?
Ukrainian Dance Classes
YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR: Up to one year FUNDED TRAINING for in-demand jobs CHILD-CARE COSTS COVERED during training & first year of employment Paid work experience placements (WAGE SUBSIDY)
For Children ages 3 and up WE ACCEPT HOME SCHOOL FUNDING.
Registration and First Class: Tues., Sept. 5 starting at 4:45 pm Classes held at The Ballet Studio #10-34100 S. Fraser Way Please contact for details and to reserve your space.
Yevshan Ukrainian Dancers 604.826.1076 yevshandancers@gmail.com Sponsored by: Ukrainian Club of Abbotsford Association
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How to Register First Time Registering for a Program or Membership
New registrations require a personal account with Abbotsford Parks, Recreation & Culture. Your account can be initialized in person at your local recreation centre or online at www.direct2rec.com. Once your account setup has been completed, contact ARC or MRC and you will receive a barcode and pin number that is required for future online registrations. All family members residing in the same residence may be added to your personal account at any time.
Program Listings
PRC registered programs have a six-digit barcode that you can use as reference when registering online or in a facility. Our registered programs list the facility location in bold. This information will help guide you when registering.
E-mail is the Eco-Friendly Way to Go!
Assist us in becoming more eco-friendly by adding your email to your personal account. Receive regular updates on program and membership promotions including great discounts and coupons!
Online Registration
Direct2Rec is our online registration portal which provides you access to browse the program guide, search for program offerings, register for programs, renew memberships or view program capacity at anytime. You’ll need your family account barcode and pin number from ARC or MRC. Go to www.direct2rec.com to get started.
Waitlists
Often some of our popular programs will fill up fast. Avoid the frustration of missing out on a great program and add your name to the waitlist. If a spot becomes available, waitlisted participants will be added to the class in sequential order. When there are enough waitlisted participants, often a new class will be added.
Questions About Parks, Recreation & Culture Programs
Our customer service team is available 7 days a week to happily assist you with your Parks, Recreation & Culture inquiries. Please contact us during operational hours at the Matsqui Recreation Centre 604.855.0500, Abbotsford Recreation Centre 604.853.4221 or the Parks, Recreation & Culture office 604.859.3134.
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HOW TO REGISTER There are 3 ways to register for our programs:
Registration payment can be made by Visa, Amex, MasterCard, debit card, cash or cheque.
① Click Online Register online anytime using our 24/7 registration system at www.direct2rec.com.
② Call To register by phone during facility hours call 604.853.4221 Abbotsford Recreation Centre or Matsqui Recreation Centre 604.855.0500.
③ Drop into Abbotsford Recreation Centre 2499 McMillan Road or Matsqui Recreation Centre 3106 Clearbrook Road during facility hours to register in person. Cross registration for other facility classes is available with the exception of room bookings. Although every effort is made to ensure the contents are correct at the time of printing, periodically misprints do occur or circumstances change. All rates, dates and times are subject to change without notice.
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Cancellations / Refunds Program cancellations are permitted until one working day prior to the start of the program. After that date, refunds will only be provided for medical reasons. A written request or a medical certificate may be required. Camp cancellations will be allowed up until 72 hours prior to camp start date. Refunds for bus trips will only be given with more than 30 days notice. Birthday party cancellations will be allowed until one week (7 days) prior to the party date. Membership cancellations require the completion of a written request form. Please allow 5 days for processing. Memberships on payment plans must be requested 5 days prior to the end of the month to ensure no charges for the proceeding month. Refunds will be pro-rated. A $5.00 administration fee will be charged for all cancellations and transfers. For all refunds, please allow 2 weeks for a refund cheque. There will be a $25.00 administration fee charged on all returned payments.
PRC Subsidy Program Full time Abbotsford Residents who experience financial barriers to participate in recreation opportunities may be eligible for the PRC Subsidy program which provides admission to any indoor facility and a discount for specific programs (as approved by City Council). Applicants must meet the low-income threshold, and must provide proof of net household/family income through Revenue Canada Notice of Assessments, along with their Goods and Services tax (GST) Credit and B.C. Low Income Climate Action Tax (B.C.LICAT) Credit Notice. For complete details, please contact the Parks, Recreation & Culture Office at 604.859.3134.
Customer Care Special Needs Access Program The Special Needs Access Program provides full-time Abbotsford residents, who have permanent disabilities as confirmed by a physician, with a 50% discount on City of Abbotsford recreation centre regular drop-in admissions and memberships. For complete details, please contact the Parks, Recreation & Culture office at 604.859.3134.
Inclusion The City of Abbotsford is committed to making its Recreation Facilities welcoming and accessible to all Abbotsford residents including those with health or physical limitations. Please contact the facility program coordinator if you or your loved one requires additional assistance to participate. A number of community resources are available to individuals and families who require various levels of support. Please refer to the Community Directory for a list of some resources available to you.
Privacy Statement Personal information is collected for the administration of Parks, Recreation & Culture programs only, as authorized under Section 26 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The City of Abbotsford does not use or disclose personal information for purposes other than those for which it was collected, except with the consent of the individual whom the information is about or otherwise in accordance with law. The City of Abbotsford retains personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes of this program and as required under the Act. If you have any questions about the collection and use of your personal information, contact the Information & Privacy Coordinator at 604.864.5575, City of Abbotsford, 32315 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, B.C. V2T 1W7.
Great Tax Credit Resources Prescription for Health
Through the B.C. Healthy Families Program you may be eligible to receive a $50 subsidy towards a physical activity program. This could include a gym membership or a physical based recreation program. For more info visit www.healthyfamiliesbc.ca
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등록방법 본 프로그램에 등록하는 방법에는 세가지가 있습니다. 등록비는 비자, 아멕스, 마스터카드, 데빗카드, 현금 또는 수표로 내실 수 있습니다. 온라인등록은 www.direct2rec.com 에서 일주일 내내 24시간 가능한 등록시스템을 이용하여 하실 수 있습니다. 전화등록 - 애보츠포드 레크리에이션 센터나 맷스키 레크리에이션 센터에 시설운영 시간에 전화하셔서 등록할 수 있습니다 방문 등록- 애보츠포드 레크리에이션 센터나 맷스키 레크리에이션 센터에 시설운영 시간에 직접 오셔서 등록할 수 있습니다. 룸 예약을 제외하고는 다른 시설의 클래스도 등록하실 수 있습니다. 프로그램이나 멤버십 최초 등록 최초등록을 하시려면 아보츠포드 공원, 레크리에이션 및 문화부 (Abbotsford Parks, Recreation & Culture)에 개인 계좌가 있어야 합니다. 이 계좌는 본인이 지역 레크리에이션 센터에 가시거나 www.direct2rec.com에서 처음 설정하실 수 있습니다. 본인 계좌 설정이 완료된 후 ARC 또는 MRC에 연락하시면 차후 온라인으로 등록하실 경우에 필요한 바코드와 비밀번호를 받게 됩니다. 동일주소에 거주하는 가족이면 누구나 귀하의 계좌에 언제든지 추가될 수 있습니다. PRC 프로그램 리스트 PRC에 등록된 프로그램에는 온라인이나 직접 등록할 때 신분증명으로 사용할 수 있는 6자리수 바코드가 있습니다. 등록된 프로그램을 보시면 해당 시설이 굵은 필체로 나열되어 있습니다. 본 정보는 여러분이 등록할 때 좋은 가이드 역할을 해드릴 것입니다.
온라인 등록 Direct2Rec 는 프로그램 안내, 프로그램 찾기, 프로그램 등록, 멤버십 갱신 혹은 프로그램 수용인원 확인등을 언제든지 보실 수 있는 저희 온라인 등록 포탈사이트로써 ARC나 MRC에서 받는 가족 단위의 바코드 및 비밀번호를 사용해서 접속하실 수 있습니다. 지금 www.direct2rec.com 로 들어가셔서 시작하세요.
대기자 명단 인기있는 프로그램은 자리가 빨리 찹니다. 좋은 프로그램을 놓치지 않으려면 대기자명단에 이름을 올려 놓으십시오. 자리가 나면 대기 순서대로 해당 프로그램에 넣어드립니다. 대기자 수가 충분한 경우 새 클래스가 만들어지기도 합니다. 공원, 레크리에이션 및 문화 프로그램에 관한 질문 저희 고객서비스팀은 공원, 레크리에이션 및 문화에 관해 일주일 내내 여러분을 친절하게 도와드리고 있습니다. 맷스키 레크리에이션 센터 (604.855.0500), 애보츠포드 레크리에이션 센터 (604.853.4221) 혹은 Parks, Recreation & Culture 사무실로 (604.859.3134) 시설 운영시간 중에 연락하세요.
프로그램 취소/환불 프로그램 등록은 프로그램이 시작하기 평일로 하루 전까지는 취소가 가능합니다. 그 날짜가 지난 후에는 건강상의 이유가 있을 때에만 환불이 가능합니다. 서면 요청이나 진단서가 필요할 수 있습니다. 캠프 취소는 캠프 시작 3일전(72시간)까지 가능합니다. 노인 버스 투어는 당일 전 30일 이후에는 환불되지 않습니다. 생일파티 취소는 당일 전 일주일 (7일) 이전에 가능합니다. 멤버십을 취소하시려면 서면요청서 용지를 작성하셔야 하며 처리하는 데에는 5일 정도 걸립니다. 분할 납부를 하고 있는 멤버십에 대해서는 그 다음 달의 납부금이 빠져나가지 않도록 그 달 말에서 5일 이전에는 취소하셔야 합니다. 프로그램 취소나 변경에는 5불의 수수료가 부과됩니다. 모든 환불에 대한 환불수표 처리에는 2주 정도 걸립니다. 모든 반송수표에는 25 불의 수수료가 부과됩니다.
이메일은 환경 친화적인 방법입니다 본인의 이메일을 개인 계좌에 등록하시면 정기적인 프로그램 업데이트와 멤버쉽 프로모션을 받으실 수 있습니다.
PRC 보조 프로그램이나 PRC 특수교육이용프로그램 프로그램에 대한 정보를 더 알고 싶으시면 시청 3층에 있는 Parks, Recreation & Culture 사무실에 오시거나 604.859.3134에 전화하십시오.
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MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR
City of Abbotsford Mission
I don’t know about you, but I always have mixed feelings at this time of year as we say goodbye to summer and hello to a new fall season. While we may want to hold onto a leisurely summer routine, there’s also something refreshing about moving into a new schedule - even if it might be busier.
We strive to continually improve the quality of life within our community by delivering key services for current and future generations.
The 2017 Fall Program Guide is designed to help you welcome in this new season. With quick access to program information and tips on finding children’s programs that coincide with activities you are hoping to explore, you will be able to plan for an active and adventurous fall.
Abbotsford as a preferred desitnation for businesses and residents alike: The Hub of the Fraser Valley.
Just as you are planning for a new season, the City is also creating plans and laying down the foundations to build a dynamic city of the future. Last year, Council adopted the Official Community (OCP), which sets direction for our city as it grows from a population of 140,000 to 200,000 people. For these policies to “come to life”, we need to update our current Master Plans, create Neighbourhood Plans and conduct studies that will address many questions about how our community should grow: What should our playgrounds look like and where should they go? How wide should our roads be and what are the priorities for bike lanes? What are our long-term plans for water supply? How do we enhance agriculture right in our urban areas? We need your participation to find out how you want to see our city grow. I would like to invite you to share your ideas and to stay connected by signing up for updates at www.abbotsford.ca/ plan200k. Together we are building the Hub of the Fraser Valley. Yours in Health, Henry Braun, Mayor of Abbotsford
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