Powell River Active Living Guide Spring/Summer 2018

Active Living SPRING & SUMMER 2018

Parks, Recreation & Culture

PowellRiver.ca 604.485.2891

Admission Fees

(includes taxes)

for Swimming, Skating, Drop-in Hockey, Drop-in Fitness & Aerobics, and Gym

CHILD

YOUTH

ADULT

SENIOR/STUDENT

SUPER SENIOR

FAMILY

4 – 12 yrs

13 – 18 yrs

19 – 59 yrs

60+ yrs | 19 – 25 yrs

85 + yrs

2 parents/guardians & dependent children

Single Visit

$3.50

$4.80

$6.30

$5.30

$4.80

$13.05

10 Visits

$31.50

$43.00

$56.40

$47.70

$43.00

$117.40

30 Visits

$87.60

$119.40

$156.60

$132.60

$119.40

$326.40

1 Month

$38.55

$52.55

$68.85

$58.35

$52.55

$143.55

3 Month

$94.20

$124.10

$162.75

$137.90

$124.10

$339.30

6 Month

$161.05

$219.60

$287.95

$244.00

$219.60

$600.25

12 Month

$304.60

$415.35

$544.55

$461.50

$415.35

$1,135.25

FAMILY SKATE SPECIAL (includes admission & skate rentals) $18.55 Skate Rental $3.50 Skate Sharpening $5.50 Skate Helmet Rental free Coin Locker (small) $0.25 Coin Locker (large) $0.50 Pickle Ball $2.00 Check out our Table Tennis $2.00 new TryIt Pass.

Membership ID renewal card $5.25 More info on Page 31.

Subject to change.

Prices will be updated in April 2018.

We reserve the right to cancel programs. Withdraw seven days prior to the start of a program for a full refund.

Free Seniors Day

2nd Tuesday of every month.

Free Swimming, Skating, Drop-in Hockey, Drop-in Fitness & Aerobics, and Gym for those 60 and over.

CORPORATE PASSES

Register your business. It’s easy and free.

Corporate Fitness Passes get your employees access to: • pool, sauna and hot tub • weight room • skating • drop-in fitness classes Corporate Fitness Passes benefit your company with: • higher job satisfaction rates • increased retention rates • lower absenteeism 2

• reduced health care costs • healthier, happier employees

10-visit 30-visit 1 Month 3 Month 6 Month 12 Month

$53.50 $148.55 $65.55 $155.00 $274.25 $518.60

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Skate & Sports Page 11 Factory hockey • 3 on 3 • Pickleball • Soccer • Baseball • Schedules

Aquatics Page 21 Aquacise • Kayak • Swim Lessons • Lifesaving • Schedules

Health and Fitness Page 33 Yoga • Steady Feet • Drums Alive • Nutrition • Schedules

Community Recreation Page 47 Skim and Skate Boards • Cheese making • Day Camps • Canada Day Financial Assistance Page 4 • “Me Time” Page 5 • Programs by Age Pages 6-9 Community Directory Page 55 • Facility Rentals Page 58 • Invasive Species Page 54 Registration Information Back Cover

Searching for Summer activities?

Scan through the magazine for this sunshine symbol for what’s happening in July and August.

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Are you eligible for reduced fees?

HELP FROM LOCAL BUSINESSES

FOR ELEMENTARY STUDENTS

Canadian Tire JUMPSTART

QF PARTNERS IN PLAY

Grade 5 GET ACTIVE

Grade 6 STAY ACTIVE

Who is eligible: Everyone

Who is eligible: Financiallydisadvantaged kids age 4 to 18 years old.

What is it? A partnership between Quality Foods and Parks, Recreation & Culture.

It enables Quality Foods shoppers to redeem QF points at the store for Rec Bucks.

Who is eligible: Grade 5 students who attend school in the Powell River region

Who is eligible: Grade 6 students who attend school in the Powell River region.

What is it? Free admission to swimming, skating or shinny hockey - from January of the year they are in Grade 5 until August 31st of that year.

What is it? 10 child passes to swimming, skating or shinny hockey. The 10 visit pass is active from January of the year they are in Grade 6 until August 31st of that year.

What is it? A national charitable program that helps kids and youth participate in organized sport and recreation by providing a subsidy of up to $200 towards the cost of registration.

How to get it: Apply at the Canadian Tire store or visit www.canadiantire.com.

How to get it: Just cash in 200,000 Quality Foods points at the store for a $20 Rec Bucks voucher redeemable for recreation programs, admission passes and facility rentals.

How to get it: Apply at the Complex’s reception desk.

Please bring in your birth certificate, care card or Grade 5 report card for verification.

How to get it: Apply at the Complex’s reception desk.

Please bring in your birth certificate, care card or Grade 6 report card for verification.

LOW INCOME RECREATION ACCESS PROGRAM EXPANDED City of Powell River Low Income Assistance Program

the home of the qualifying applicants. Families and seniors on fixed incomes make qualify.

Who is eligible? Residents who have incomes meeting the Statistics Canada Low Income Measure (LIM) guidelines.

The program is available for all family members living in

What is it? 52 passes a year, or one visits for swimming, skating and aerobics at the Recreation Complex every week.

How to get it: If you’re on social assistance, apply through the Ministry of Social Development & Economic Security & Social Innovations, fill out the form and drop it off at the Complex. Those who qualify under the LIM can bring last year’s tax assessment notice and

Powell River FAMILY PLACE

Come and see us, right beside Coles in the Town Centre Mall OPEN Tues - Thur · 10:30 - 4:30 & Friday · 1:00 - 4:30 A FREE DROP-IN CENTRE for ALL families & caregivers with young children Meet and make new friends Find information & support to raise happy, healthy children Childsafe & Breastfeeding Friendly

Find out more by calling 604-485-2706

familyplace@prepsociety.org · FamilyPlacePowellRiver on Facebook · www.prepsociety.org

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confidentially meet with a designated staff member at the Complex. Proof of residency is also required, such as a driver’s license or a power or phone bill listing a local address. The program is open to anyone living in the Powell River region, not just the City.

PROGRAMS & SERVICES • Any time is storytime • FREE lunch Wednesday • Parent-Topic monthly workshop & discussion • Parent-Child Mother Goose program • Immigrant Parent Group (Mondays) • Song and Rhyme Circles • Little Green Bookshelf • “Good Food Box” sales & pick-up • CAP computer & Internet site • Mother-led Breastfeeding Group

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Caregivers: Let us help you find your “me” time The Complex offers childminding Tuesdays to Fridays, 9 am til 11:30 am.

What’s on? Much more than you might guess!

Shinny 50+ 10 to 11:30am Tues & Thurs Page 12 Ice Play 10 to 10:45am Wed Page 12 Deep Water Fit 10:15 to 11am Wed Page 22 Aquacise 9:15 to 10am Tues & Thurs Page 22 Bootcamp for Boomers & Zoomers 10:30 to 11:15am Wed Page 36 Water Wellness 10:15 to 10:45am Thurs Page 36 Pure Strength 9:15 to 10:15am Tues Page 38 Yoga 9:15 to 10:15am Tues & Thurs Page 38 Step it Up 10:20 to 11:20am Tues Page 38 BodyShock 9:15 to 10:15am Wed Page 38 Fit & Functional 10:20 to 11:20am Wed Page 38 HIIT Max 9:15 to 10:15am Thurs Page 38 Stretch Appeal 10:20 to 11:20am Thurs Page 38 Barre Fusion 9:15 to 10:15am Fri Page 38 Moderate Moves 10:20 to 11:20am Fri Page 38 Gentle Yoga 10:30 to 11:30am Tues Page 40 Hearts in Motion Walking Club 10 to 11am Tues Page 44 Brave Hearts 9 to 11:30am Tues and 10:30 to 11:30am Thurs Page 45 Work out in the gym Page 38

Child Minding Available for infants to 5 years

....while the parent/caregiver has a workout!

No sign-up required. Just drop in!

Tuesday to Friday any time between 9-11:30 am.

Fee: $3.25 per child (10 tickets for $28.35)

$1.75 extra child per family Note: Service not offered during Stat holidays, Spring Break, or mid-June through end of August.

Things a parent would like to know: Child friendly space Minimum two adult attendants No snacks provided Peanut-free area Warm/Friendly/Safe Criminal record check required Washrooms & sinks within room

Swim, hot tub, sauna Page 30

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Wee ones to big kids Register infants to four-year-olds in: Parent & Tot Ice Play Page 12 First Kicks Soccer Page 18 T-Ball Page 17 British Soccer Camps Page 18 Swim Lessons Page 24

Programs for kids 5 to 8 First Kicks Soccer Page 18 T-Ball Page 17

Birthday Parties Celebrate your child’s next birthday at the Recreation Complex! Active Party Fun! Includes swim or skate and the use of a Party Room!

Book your party at (604) 485-2891 Swim Party $60 Skate Party $72.80 + $10 insurance (Includes skate rentals) for up to 10 children and two supervising adults. Food service is not provided.

Please remember that in the pool, an adult must be in the water and remain within reach of all children under the age of 7. Recommended ratio of 1 adult for every 3 kids.

Intro to Baseball Page 17 Disc Golf Tourney Page 17 British Soccer Camps Page 18 Swim Lessons Page 24 Yoga for Kids Page 41 Cooking Around the World Page 48 Cake Craft Page 48 Skateboarding Page 48 Spring Break Camps Page 50 Summer Day Camps Page 52

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Orca Bus Ages : 1-6

Come join us for movement, literacy, learning & of course lots of Fun! We will be rolling the Orca bus the 1st and 3rd Tuesday morning of every month, from 10 am-11:30 am. The Orca Bus is free.

April 3 - Complex April 17 - Willingdon Beach May 1 - Complex May 15 - Willingdon Beach June 5 - Complex June 19 - Willingdon Beach

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Tweens through teens Programs for tweens 9 to 12

Programs for youth 13 to 18

Factory Puck Skills Page 13

Factory Puck Skills Page 13

British Soccer Camps Page 18

British Soccer Camps Page 18

Disc Golf Tourney Page 37

Disc Golf Tourney Page 17

Swim Lessons Page 24

Swim Lessons Page 24

Bronze Star Page 26

Bronze Medallion and Cross Page 26

Yoga for Kids Page 41

Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Page 27

Sunset Yoga Page 40

Weight Room Orientation Page 34

Cooking Around the World Page 48

Fitness Assessment Page 34

Cake Craft Page 48

Sunset Yoga Page 40

Arts & Crafts Page 48

Skateboarding Page 48

Skateboarding Page 48

Plant-Based Eating for a Healthy Gut Page 46

Spring Break Camps Page 50

Programs for ages 16 to 18

Summer Day Camps Page 52

Activities for any age Parks, trails & beaches Bike Park Swimming Pool Ice drop-in Weight Room (13+)

If you’re in your late teens, you are welcome at a bunch of adult programs, as well as teen programs!

Women on Weights Page 34 Small Groups Weight Training Page 34 Drums Alive Page 37 Tai Chi & Qigong Page 36 Kundalini Yoga Page 40 Vinyasa Flow Yoga Page 40 Yoga for Men Page 41

OOPS! WE CANCELED IT... ... because we didn’t know you wanted it!

We encourage you to register at least one week prior to class to prevent class cancellations.

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For hockey parents (plus swimming & skating parents, too) So, your kid is enrolled in something awesome at the Complex?

That likely means you’re there too. Night after night. Morning after morning. All winter long.

Here’s how to use that time, by using our facilities to their fullest.

Here weekday evenings?

Here weekdays before 8 am?

Factory Hockey Skills 5:15 to 6:15pm Mon Page 13

Adult Masters Swim 7 to 8am Fri Page 23

Table Tennis 6 to 9pm, Wed and Thurs Page 20 Evening Aquacise 8:30 to 9:15pm Tue / Thurs Page 22

Here weekends?

Run & Core Deep Water 6:15 to 7pm Wed Page 22

Run & Core Deep Water 9 to 9:45am Sat Page 22

Dragonboat Safety Prep 6 to 7pm Thurs Page 23

Kayak in the Pool Various Page 23

Basic Adult Water Safety 6 to 6:45pm Tue Page 23

Women on Weights 9:15 to 10:15 Sat Page 34

Adult Masters Swim 6 to 7pm Mon Page 23 Women on Weights 6:30 to 7:30pm Thurs Page 34 Small Group Weight Training 6:30 to 7:30pm Wed Page 34 Drums Alive 6:45 to 7:45pm Mon Page 37 Tai Chi and Qigong 7 to 8pm Wed Page 36 Circuit Fusion 6:20 to 7:05pm Tue Page 38 Kundalini Yoga 6:45 to 8:15pm Wed Page 40 Somatics Yoga 5:30 to 6:30pm Tue Page 40 Yoga for Men 6:45 to 7:45pm Thurs Page 41 Prenatal Yoga 7:45 to 9:15pm Thurs Page 41

Activities for anyone anyime Parks, trails & beaches Bike Park Swimming Pool Ice drop-in Weight Room (13+)

Hands on Real Food 5:30 to 7:30 Wed Page 46 Plant-Based Eating for a Healthy Gut! 5:30 to 8pm Tue Page 46 Mind Matters 6:30 to 8pm Tue Page 46 Symptomatology 5:30 to 7:30pm Wed Page 46

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Just for seniors Specialty programs

You may also like:

Shinny Hockey 50+ Page 12

Pickleball Page 20

Water Wellness 50+ Page 36

Aquacise Page 22

Intro to Seniors Fitness 55+ Page 36

Take your grandchild to preschool swim lessons Page 25

Steady Feet Page 45 Seniors Together Page 45

Programs during childminding:

Bootcamp for Boomers & Zoomers Page 36

Drop the grandkids and go to

Choose to Move Page 44

Tai Chi Qigong Page 36 Gentle Yoga Page 40 Walking Club Page 44

Or join any adult program and show those whippersnappers a thing or two!

Drums Alive Page 37

Volunteers Needed!

Are you interested in helping with our Childminding service and special events?

These are unpaid positions but the Complex does reward time given with Complex Use Passes - definite savings!

If you’re interested, please notify the Community Recreation Program Coordinator. Call now (604) 485-8902.

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This Summer the City of Powell River’s Parks, Recreaaon & Culture department will lead a variety of programs and accvites in our parks and trails to reconnect our residents with our parks and trail systems.

Learn about some exciing opportuniies and accviies that you can do in your own back yard.

Did you know that the City of Powell River has: Two nine hole disc golf courses.

Over 350 km of hikeable and bikeable trails.

462 acres of parks and open spaces.

Direct access to one of the most revered hiking trails in the world.

A state-of-the-art Bike Skills Park.

Stay tuned for more informaaon on events and accviies coming to a local park or trail near you.

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On the ice, fields & courts

Skate & Sports

Factory Hockey 3 on 3 Slo-Pitch Soccer Pickleball Disc Golf Friday Night Battles Spring Training Hockey Skills

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WINTER Regular Skating Schedule January 5 - March 18, 2018

Monday

Tuesday

Shinny Hockey 14 & Over 11:45 - 1:15 pm

Shinny Hockey Ice Play Shinny Hockey Shinny Hockey 50 years & over Parent & Tot 50 & Over 14 years & over 10:00 - 11:30 am 10:00 – 10:45 am 10:00 - 11:30 am 11:45 - 1:15 pm

Family Skate

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Everyone Welcome Skate Noon - 2:00 pm

Everyone Welcome Skate Noon - 1:30 pm

Stick & Puck 14 & over 11:45 – 1:15 pm

(strollers allowed)

1:30 - 2:30 pm

Adult/Seniors Skate 1:00 – 2:30 pm Everyone Welcome Skate 5:00 - 7:00 pm

Parent & Child Hockey 6:00 - 7:15 pm

Toonie Skate 3:45 – 5:15 pm

(skate rentals extra)

Friday Night Out Everyone Welcome 7:30 – 9:00 pm

Schedules are subject to change and public ice skating may be cancelled due to special events.

Stick & Puck: Helmets required, full gear recommended, not required.

Helmets at Public Skating: The Complex recommends helmets to be worn during all public skating. Please bring your own or the Complex will provide them free of charge.

Shinny Hockey: (Non-contact) full gear is required, all players must sign in and pay at reception. First 2 goalies free.

Shinny Hockey

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday mornings.

Coming Tuesday and Thursday evenings starting in Early April.

SPRING BREAK Skating Schedule March 19 - April 1, 2018

Monday

Tuesday

Shinny Hockey 13-17 Years 11:45 - 1:15 pm

Everyone Shinny Hockey Ice Play Shinny Hockey Family Skate Welcome Skate 50 years & over Parent & Tot 50 & Over 11:00 - 12:30 pm Noon - 2:00 pm 10:00 - 11:30 am 10:00 – 10:45 am 10:00 - 11:30 am Cancelled Mar 30

Family Skate (strollers allowed)

1:30 - 3:00 pm

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Cancelled Mar 31

Shinny Hockey 18 Years & over 11:45 – 1:15 pm Shinny Hockey Under 12 Years 1:30 – 3:30 pm

This schedule for Spring Break only. See above for regular Everyone winter schedule. Welcome Skate 5:00 - 7:00 pm

Shinny Hockey 13-17 Years 11:45 – 1:15 pm

Shinny Hockey 18 Years & over 11:45 – 1:15 pm Shinny Hockey Under 12 Years 1:30 – 3:30 pm Toonie Skate 5:00 - 7:00 pm

Skate rentals extra

Sunday Everyone Welcome Skate Noon - 1:30 pm Cancelled Apr 1

Shinny Hockey 13-17 Years 11:45 – 1:15 pm

Cancelled Mar 30

Parent & Child Hockey 5:45 - 7:15 pm

Cancelled Mar 30

Public Ice Skating: may be cancelled due to special events.

Schedules are subject to change.

Friday Night Out Everyone Welcome 7:30 – 9:00 pm Cancelled Mar 30

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Friday Night Ice Battles & Mini Games Brought to you by VIAHA 2016/17 Coach of the Year Andy Welsh – these one hour sessions will keep you kids busy Fridays nights giving them the opportunity to participate in Mini Hockey games and battles matching them up with players of equal skill level and age

Session #1: Pee Wee Age Fri

6:00-7:00pm

Fri

7:15-8:15pm

Fri

8:30-9:30pm

Bantam Age Midget Age

Apr 6 – Apr 27

$50/4 Sessions or $15 each session

Apr 6 – Apr 27

$50/4 Sessions or $15 each session

Apr 6 – Apr 27

$50/4 Sessions or $15 each session

May 4 – May 25

$50/4 Sessions or $15 each session

May 4 – May 25

$50/4 Sessions or $15 each session

Session #2: Pee Wee Age Fri

6:00-7:00pm

Fri

7:15-8:15pm

Fri

8:30-9:30pm

Bantam Age Midget Age

May 4 – May 25

$50/4 Sessions or $15 each session

Instructor: Andy Welsh Location: Rink

Factory Hockey Puck Skills Session 1 hour Ice Session brought to you by Factory Hockey and Joe Caldarone. Session is focusing mainly on Puck Skills including: stick handling, passing, shooting.

Mon 4:00-5:00pm Apr 9-Apr 30 $50/4 sessions Instructor: Joe Caldarone Location: Rink

Spring Hockey Training

WITH THESE GUYS! Spring Training Skills Development

6 for

$99

This program is brought to you by Factory Hockey’s Joe Caldarone and VIAHA Coach of the Year Andy Welsh and is a great way to wrap up your hockey season with the focus being placed on individual skill development.

Pee Wee Age Mon 5:15 – 6:15pm Apr 9 - May 14 $99/6 sessions

or $20 each session Bantam Age Mon 6:30 – 7:30pm Apr 9 - May 14 $99/6 sessions

or $20 each session Midget Age Mon 7:45 – 8:45pm Apr 9 - May 14 $99/6 sessions

or $20 each session * Current year registration

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HEY ADULTS!

It’s always hockey time Drop in Roller Hockey

Complex staff are helping organize your favourite sports!

For more info call Arena and Sport Program Coordinator Ray Dubé at 604-485-8900

Full gear required. $2 drop in dates and times TBA

Drop in Shinny Hockey Full gear required. Tuesdays and Thursday nights starting in early August $5 drop-in fee paid to convenor cash only.

Spring 3 on 3 Hockey The Spring 3 on 3 Hockey League will run for 8 week and take place 1 evening a week running from the beginning of April until the end of May. Registration Fee includes all 8 sessions.

League Organizer will take the registrations and break them down into equal teams prior to the season starting.

Volunteer Coaches are the foundation of this league and are essential to its success.

Fee $109 – Games will take place between 5pm – 9:30pm and schedule is totally dependant upon registration numbers.

Powell River Sports Expo

Rec League Year-End Tourney

Stayed tuned for more info or call to have your group included. Call Ray Dube 604-485-8900.

March 23 to 25, the Men’s Rec League year-end tournament will include a beer gardens hosted by the Steamplant Hockey Team prizes and a 50/50 draw. Come out and support the guys!

All of the region’s sports authorities in one place and at one time.

Come out...

Get involved...

JOIN THE GAME

For REGISTRATION info please visit our website under Executive — Forms & Bulletins www.PowellRiverMinorHockey.com

FEMALE HOCKEY PROGRAM AVAILABLE

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We strongly encourage female participation!

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Call or stop in at the complex today to sign up to play 3-on-3 this spring!

April & May $109

gets you: • 8 sessions • League Jersey •

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Volunteer coaches are essential to the success of this league.

Can you help out?

Call Ray at 604-485-8900

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SKATE

Spring Sessions Start in April

BETTER SPRING • FALL • WINTER

www.PowellRiverSkatingClub.com

CANPOWERSKATE

CANSKATE

CanPowerSkate is an action-packed, high energy instructional skating program geared to hockey players that focuses on balance, power, agility, speed and endurance.

CanSkate is our dynamic learn-to-skate national program that focuses on fun, participation and skill development.

For April Dates, Pricing & Registration: www.PowellRiverSkatingClub.com

www.PowellRiverSkatingClub.com

HOCKEY LEVEL I & 2

JOIN POWELL RIVER’S #1 SKATING PROGRAM Register for Spring before: April 3, 2018 GET AN EDGE PLAY HARDER

SKATING LEVELS 1– 6

For April Dates, Pricing & Registration:

FIGURE SKATING ALSO OFFERED PAYMENT PLAN AVAILABLE MONTHLY ONLINE REGISTRATION For registration and full details on all Skating courses offered, visit us online: www.PowellRiverSkatingClub.com

ADULT SKATING SYNCHRO AVAILABLE FOR MORE INFO Contact Nicole 604-487-0418 Email rumleysk8@shaw.ca 16

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All Ages Play Ball T- Ball for Tots

2018 Slo Pitch Softball

Tee Ball is the introduction to a sport that can be played for a lifetime! Fun for all and a great family activity, you’re never too young to learn. No gloves are required. Arrangements will be made to move indoors in the event of poor weather.

Powell River Mixed Slo Pitch League runs 6-9 pm weekday evenings from April 30 to mid-July.

Session #1:

Age: 2 Years To 3 Years

Wed 1:30-2:15pm May 16-Jun 6 $28/4 sessions Instructor(s): TBA Location: Arena or Gouthro Park (depending on weather)

Session #2:

Ages: 4 Years to 5 Years

Wed 2:30-3:15pm May 16-Jun 6 $28/4 sessions Instructor(s): TBA Location: Arena or Gouthro Park (depending on weather)

Contact Ray Dube 604-485-8900 for more information, to enter your team or to get on a team.

Make new friends!

Enjoy spring evenings.

Intro to Baseball A program for the child that is looking to take the next step after T-ball a basic into to the skills of fundamentals of baseball.

Session #1: Age: 6 Years to 7 Years Wed 3:30-4:15pm May 16-Jun 6 $28/4 sessions Instructor(s): TBA Location: Arena or Gouthro Park (depending on weather)

Get ready now for the June 2018 Disc Golf Tournament Series!

All ages

Tournament #1

This is a fun tournament for people of all ages depending on registration we may have different age categories. There will be prizes for the best scores as well as random draw prizes so everyone has a chance to win!

June 23

Sunset Park Open 11:00-2:00pm

$10/person

Facilitated by Rec Complex Staff

Tournament #2 Gouthro Park Open June 30

11:00-2:00pm

$10/person

Facilitated by Rec Complex Staff

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Soccer for toddlers to teens First Kicks Soccer This program is the tiny tot version of the big field game. The perfect introduction to the basic skills of Soccer. The emphasis is on fun! Recommended for ages 2-5 yrs.

Session #1

Age: 2 Years To 3 Years

Tue 1:30-2:15pm May 22-Jun 12 $28/4 sessions Instructor(s): TBA Location: Arena or Gouthro Park (depending on weather)

Session #2

Age: 2 years to 3 years

Session #3

Age: 4 years to 5 years

Tue 2:30-3:15pm May 22-Jun 12 $28/4 sessions Instructor(s): TBA Location: Arena or Gouthro Park (depending on weather) Tue 3:30-4:15pm May 22-Jun 12 $28/4 sessions Instructor(s): TBA Location: Arena or Gouthro Park (depending on weather)

Three great reasons to get your kids playing soccer: 1. Fast friends

If your child is new to town, or wants to connect with some fresh buddies, soccer is a natural way to make healthy friendships

2. Future fitness

Wherever your child goes to post-secondary, travels or works, there will be soccer. It’s the universal language.

3. No parents required

Once your kid knows the rules, they can self-coach and self-referee anywhere there’s a ball and a field.

British Soccer Camps July 16 to 20. Includes FREE Ball & T-shirt. ONLY Early bird registration deadline will also receive a BSC Jersey. Size required.

FIRST KICKS 3 - 4 year olds • 11 am - 12 pm A fun introduction to the very basic elements of the game.

MINISOCCER 4 - 6 year olds • 9 am - 10:30 am Fundamental practices, fun activities and small sided games.

HALF DAY CAMPS 6 - 16 year olds • 3 hours per day Choice of session 9 am - 12pm or 1 - 4pm Emphasis is placed upon individual skill development and technique.

FULL DAY CAMPS 8 - 16 year olds • 9 - 4 pm For serious players focusing on techniques & tactical development.

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City of Powell River Soccer Camp • SPEED/AGILITY • JUGGLING • FOOT SKILLS • PASSING/CONTROL • DRIBBLING • SHOOTING The British Soccer Camp program is Challenger’s own brand of Individual Foot-Skills, Fakes, Moves and Turns, Freestyle Soccer, Technical & Tactical Instruction, Small-Sided Games, Daily World Cup Style Tournament, Cultural education, Character building, and fun! And now campers can continue to improve what they’ve learned at camp throughout the year through iChallenge - Challenger’s new personal coaching app​!

Each camper will receive a code to download the iChallenge app, and 20 videos for free! Campers view and practice the skills linked to their ability level, upload a video of themselves completing the skills, and then receive personalized online coaching from a member of our experienced virtual coaching team! Each camper can score points for their videos, see how they rank internationally, and challenge others to innovative freestyle duals!

iChallenge is an app-based ‘personal coaching framework’ aimed at maximising the potential and creativity of players, no matter what their level of play…

Make camp even more special for your child.

Host one of our International coaches.

For more information contact Richard Unsworth.

1 800.533.9374, runsworth@challengersports.com TO REGISTER: Online registration at www.powellriver.ca or call the Complex (604) 485 2891

JULY 16TH - 20TH @ LARRY GOUTHRO PARK

First Kicks

Ages 3-4

11:00am - 12:00pm

$125

Mini Soccer

Ages 4-6

9:00am - 10:30am

$140

Half Day

Ages 6-16

9:00am - 12:00pm

$190

Half Day

Ages 6-16

1:00pm - 4:00pm

$190

Full Day

Ages 8-16

9:00am - 4:00pm

$272

OVER $100 OF FREE GIFTS.

Camp T-shirt, Soccer Ball, Action Poster with Camp Report, 12-month subscription to Online Coaching Resource, and our new Personal Coach App.

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Pickleball

Court Sports

Pickleball has been around since 1965. It started as a casual adaptation of badminton using a whiffleball, not a shuttlecock, and grew into a hugely popular sport. In fact, it is one of Powell River’s most well-attended public programs.

Serious Tennis Indoor

Lessons for Kids Coaching for adults Court rentals Powell River Tennis Centre 604.223.8704 6 am-11 pm prtennis.ca 4320 Joyce Avenue

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Mondays Wednesdays Thursdays Saturdays Sundays

3 to 6 pm 6 to 8 pm 6 to 8 pm - New time!

9 to 11 am and 1 to 4 pm 1 to 6 pm (free coaching for beginners between 1 pm and 3 pm)

Location: Oceanview Education Centre $2 drop in or purchase a package of 10 tickets for $18 at the Recreation Complex

Table Tennis Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays

1 to 4 pm 1 to 4 pm 6 to 9 pm 6 to 9 pm 1 to 4 pm

Location: Recreation Complex

Look for Table Tennis in the Rehearsal Room or Rink Lobby

$2 drop in or purchase a package of 10 tickets for $18 Can be cancelled due to room conflicts. Will not run on stat holidays.

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In the water

Aquatics

Water Fitness Classes Kayak in the Pool Adult Swimming and Boating Safety 8 levels of Red Cross Swim Preschool 10 levels of Red Cross Swim Kids Bronze Medals Aquatic Special Events Swim Schedules

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Drop-in Water Fitness Classes Morning Aquacise – shallow water Improve your muscle tone, strength and physical conditioning using water as resistance, and music for motivation.

Session Day Time Fee

April 3 – June 28 Tue & Thu 9:15 - 10:00 am Regular swim admission

Instructor: Bianca Hoppe

Afternoon Aquacise – shallow water This popular fitness program will have you grooving to the music. It can be enjoyed by those who do not swim or those just starting a new fitness program. It is also suitable for expectant mothers.

Session Day Time Fee

April 4 – August 10 Mon, Wed & Fri 1:15 - 2:00 pm Regular swim admission

Evening Aquacise - shallow water Improve your fitness in a comfortable, safe environment. The buoyancy of water relieves the stress on your joints and acts as a resistance to strengthen and tone your muscles.

Session Day Time Fee

April 3 – August 9 Tues & Thur 8:30 - 9:15 pm Regular swim admission

Evening Run and Core – deep water Give your joints a rest and experience the benefit of running without impact. Core strength and cardiovascular fitness is improved while the water acts as resistance against your movements. Aqua buoyancy belts are provided for support.

Session Day Time Fee

April 4 – August 8 Wed 6:15 – 7:00 pm Regular swim admission

Weekend Run and Core – deep water Take the workload out of your joints while your muscles rise to the challenge. By adding the resistance of water to this interval program, you’ll pick up the pace on land. Aqua buoyancy belts are provided for support.

Session Day Time Fee

April 7 – June 30 Sat 9:00 – 9:45 am Regular swim admission

Registered Water Fitness Feel the freedom in these zero impact classes. Buoyancy belts are provided to help maintain surface support in deep water.

These classes provide a great core workout as you stabilize yourself while performing various exercises.

Deep Fit Monday Mornings Session 1 Day Time Fee

Apr 9 – May 14 Mon 9:15 – 10:00 am $46 / 6 sessions

Session 2 Day Time Fee

May 28 – June 25 Mon 9:15 – 10:00 am $38 / 5 sessions

Instructor: Bianca Hoppe

Deep Fit Wednesday Mornings Session 1 Day Time Fee

Apr 11 – May 16 Wed 10:15 – 11:00 am $46 / 6 sessions

Session 2 Day Time Fee

May 30 – June 27 Wed 10:15 – 11:00 am $38 / 5 sessions

Instructor: Bianca Hoppe

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Kayak in the Pool Bring your own kayak to the pool on selected Sundays! Up to 4 kayaks will be permitted in each session. Register for each session individually at least 48 hours in advance to secure your space. Kayaks must be carried by owner and cleaned prior to entering the pool area.

Day & Time Sun 9:30-11 am Sessions Apr 8, Apr 22, May 13, May 27

June 10, June 24 $15 /session for 1 kayak and 1 paddler. Regular admission rates would apply for additional paddlers sharing a kayak.

Dragon Boat Safety Prep

Aqua Yoga Age: 19 Years and older Aqua yoga adapts traditional hathe poses to the water environment. With the assistance of water, the muscles can work harder while allowing the joints to be supported and may allow students a greater range of motion increasing their flexibility. The gentle nature of Aqua yoga makes it ideal for all ages & fitness levels. In addition, the support of the water makes it ideal for those who cannot enjoy the benefits of regular yoga due to past injuries. ***Please note if you are registering for more than 1 day please contact reception due to the various fees associated. *** Wed Fri Mon Wed Fri

8:00-8:45am 8:00-8:45am 8:00-8:45am 8:00-8:45am 8:00-8:45am

Apr 4 - May 9 Apr 6-May 11 Apr 9-Jun 11 May 16-Jun 13 May 18-Jun 15

Instructor: Kelly Edwards

$54/$97.20 $54 $81 $45/$81 $45

Location: Leisure Pool

Sign up today!

604 485-2891 www.PowellRiver.ca Or drop in!

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Safety and confidence around the water is important for all paddlers. This one-hour water class is for the first-time Dragon Boater or those who want a safety refresher. Practice water entries, test your lifejacket and learn how to handle emergency situations. Please bring your lifejackets.

Thu

6:00-7:00pm

May 3

$10

Basic Adult Water Safety Are your nerves around water stopping you from joining in fun at lakes or oceans? This course will teach you basic water safety skillls such as front & back floats, treading water, how to kick on your back and PFD safety. This course is for beginner swimmers who are nervous in the water.

Tue

6:00 – 6:45 pm

June 12 – 26

$25/3 sessions

Adult Masters Join this group training program if you are up to swimming 1500-2500 metres per workout. All strokes are included in these prepared workouts & backstroke flags will be in place.

Spring Session Fri 7:00 – 8:00 am Apr 6 – Jun 1 $50/8 sessions (no class May 18) Mon 6:00 – 7:00 pm Apr 9 – Jun 4 $50/8 sessions (no class May 21) Summer Session Fri 7:00 – 8:00 am Jun 8 – Jul 27 $43.75/7 sessions (no class Jun 29) Mon 6:00 – 7:00 pm Jun 11 – Jul 30 $43.75/7 sessions (no class Jul 2)

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Red Cross Swim Pre-school The Love of Swimming Starts Here Lessons for the littlest The first three levels of the Red Cross Swim Preschool program were designed just for you; these swim programs are for caregivers with children less than 3 years of age.

Level Starfish

Age

Participant Requirements

4 – 12 months (with adult)

• Orientation to water for babies and their parent/caregiver.

• To enter this level, babies must be able to hold their head up.

Wed 6:30 – 7:00 pm Apr 11– May 30 $42.10/8 Fri 11:00 – 11:30 am Apr 13 – Jun 1 $42.10/8 Mon 6:30 – 7:00 pm Jul 9 – Jul 30 $21.05/4

Duck

12 - 24 months (with adult)

• Orientation to water for toddlers and their parent/caregiver.

• Age is the only condition for entering this level, regardless of swimming experience.

Wed 6:00 – 6:30 pm Apr 11 – May 30 $42.10/8 Fri 10:30 – 11:00 am Apr 13 – Jun 1 $42.10/8 Mon 6:30 – 7:00 pm Jul 9 – Jul 30 $21.05/4

Sea Turtle

2-3 years (with adult)

• Orientation to water for toddlers and their parent/caregiver.

• Age is the only condition for entering this level, regardless of swimming experience.

Wed 6:00 – 6:30 pm Apr 11 – May 30 $42.10/8 Fri 10:30 – 11:00 am April 13 – Jun 1 $42.10/8 Mon 6:00 – 6:30 pm Jul 9 – Jul 30 $21.05/4

ow Register n for swim lessons!

I’m a big kid now This is where your little swimmer starts to learn swimming skills from a teacher in a small class size.

See the swim lesson chart on the following pages for days and times when these five levels are offered:

Level Sea Otter

Age

Participant Requirements

3-6 years

Swimmers start here when they are a minimum of 3 years old and are ideally toilet trained.

Performance is evaluated based on criteria and swimmers progress to the next level once all Sea Otter skills have been successfully demonstrated. Previous swimming experience is not necessary for this level; however, previous water play will help the swimmer have a more enjoyable experience.

Salamander

3-6 years

Swimmers enter this level when they have successfully completed Sea Otter (or former preschool level 1) and are between the ages of 3-6 years. If your swimmer was working on Salamander skills but are now 6 years old, register in Swim Kids Level 1.

Sunfish

3-6 years

Swimmers enter this level when they have successfully completed Salamander (or former preschool 2) and are between the ages of 3-6 years old. If your swimmer was working on Sunfish skills but is now 6, then register in Swim Kids Level 2.

Crocodile

3-6 years

Swimmers enter this level when they have successfully completed Sunfish (or former preschool 3) and are between the ages of 3-6 years old. If your swimmer was working on Sunfish skills but is now 6, then register in Swim Kids Level 2.

Whale

3-6 years

Swimmers enter this level when they have successfully completed Crocodile (or preschool 4) and are between the ages of 3-6 years old. If your swimmer was working on Whale skills but is now 6, then register in Swim Kids Level 3.

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Spring 2018 Swim Lessons Tue/Thur Tue/Thur Apr 10 - May 3 May 15-June 7 8 Lessons 8 Lessons Sea Otter

10:00 am 4:00 pm 5:00 pm 11:00 am 3:30 pm 4:30 pm

10:30 am 4:30 pm

Wed Apr 11 -June 6 9 Lessons

Sat Apr 7 -June 9 10 Lessons

Mon/Wed Apr 9 - May 2 8 Lessons

Mon/Wed May 7 - June 6 9 Lessons

Fri Apr 13 - Jun 1 8 Lessons

4:30 pm 5:30 pm

10:00 am 10:30 am

11:00 am

10:30 am

11:30 am

4:30 pm 5:00 pm

10:30 am 11:30 am

10:30 am

11:00 am

11:00 am

5:00 pm 5:30 pm

10:00 am 11:30 am

10:30 am

11:00 am

11:30 am

4:00 pm

11:00 am

11:00 am

10:30 am

4:00 pm

11:00 am

11:00 am

10:30 am

Sunfish

9:30 am 5:00 pm

Crocodile

10:30 am 3:30 pm 10:30 am 3:30 pm

10:30 am 3:30 pm 4:00 pm 11:00 am 3:30 pm 4:30 pm 10:00 am 5:00 pm 10:00 am 5:00 pm

Level 1

4:30 pm

4:00 pm

4:30 pm

Level 2

5:00 pm

4:00 pm

4:00 pm 4:30 pm

Level 3

4:00 pm

3:30 pm 5:00pm

5:00 pm

Level 4

3:30 pm 4:30 pm

4:30 pm

5:00 pm 5:30 pm

10:30 am

Level 5

4:00 pm

3:30 pm

4:00 pm

11:00 am

Level 6

5:00 pm

4:00 pm

5:30 pm

11:30 am

Level 7/8

4:15 pm

4:00 pm

10:00 am

Salamander

Whale

Level 9/10

4:30 pm

10:00 am 11:30 am 10:30 am 11:00 am 10:00 am 11:30 am

Mon-Fri July 3 - July 13 9 Lessons 10:00 am 10:30 am 9:30 am 10:30 am 9:30 am 10:00 am

Mon-Fri July 16-27 10 Lessons 10:00 am 10:30 am 10:00 am 11:30 am 10:30 am 11:00 am

Mon-Fri Tues/Thurs July 30-Aug 10 July 3-26 9 Lessons 8 Lessons 9:30 am 5:30 pm 10:30 am 9:30 am 6:00 pm 10:00 am 10:00 am 6:00 pm 10:30 am

Crocodile

11:00 am

9:30 am

11:00 am

Whale

11:00 am

9:30 am

11:00 am

Level 1

9:30 am 10:30 am 10:00 am 10:30 am

Salamander Sunfish

10:30 am

9:30 am 11:00 am 10:00 am 10:30 am 9:30 am 10:00 am

Level 3

10:00 am

Level 4

9:30 am 11:00 am

9:30 am 10:00 am 10:30 am 11:00 am 10:00 am 11:00 am

Level 5

11:00 am

9:30 am

9:30 am

Level 6

9:30 am

9:30 am

11:00 am

Level 7/8

10:00 am

10:00 am

10:00 am

Level 9/10

10:45 am

Level 2

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- $52.60 - $65.10 - $47.35 - $58.90 - $42.10 - $52.10

Additional classes will be created if there are sufficient numbers on a waitlist do not hesitate to go on a waitlist!

10:45 am

Summer 2018 Swim Lessons Sea Otter

10 Lessons 30 min 10 Lessons 45 min 9 Lessons 30 min 9 Lessons 45 min 8 Lessons 30 min 8 Lessons 45 min

10:30 am

10:45 am

5:30 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm

Spring Break Swim Lessons

Monday - Thursday March 19-29 (8 sessions) 9:30 am

Salamander Crocodile Level 4

Sea Otter 10:00 am Sunfish Level 3 10:30 am

Salamander Level 1 / 2

11:00 am

Whale Level 3 / 4 Level 5/6

Things swim parents should know: 1. Swim assessments are free

If you’re unsure which level to register in, book an appointment in advance with pool staff.

2. Individual instruction is available

Private lessons are $25 for 30 minutes.

Semi-private lessons (two people) are $35 for 30 minutes.

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Steps to be a

Lifeguard!

Bronze Medal Programs Learn lifesaving skills that will last a lifetime. Whether for personal interest or to become a lifeguard, the Bronze Medal awards provide important water safety messages and develop proficiency in lifesaving, resuscitation and water rescue. 100% attendance is required in these programs for full certification. The Bronze Medallion and Bronze Cross awards are required pre-requisites for the National Lifeguard program.

Bronze Star

This optional program helps prepare 10-12 year old skilled swimmers for success in Bronze Medallion. Candidates are taught about how to make WaterSmart® choices and learn basic lifesaving and resuscitation skills needed to be their own personal lifeguard. This program is 10 hours consisting of both dry and wet sessions and includes a 400 metre timed swim in 12 minutes or better Spring Session Apr 11 – Jun 6 Day & Time Wed, 5:00 – 6:15 pm Fee $80 Summer Session Jul 16 – 27 Day & Time Mon- Fri, 11:00 – noon Fee $80

Bronze Medallion

Rescuers learn self-rescue techniques, defense and release methods, and tows and carries in preparation for challenging rescues involving conscious and unconscious victims of various types, including spinal injuries and circulatory emergencies. Lifesavers develop stroke efficiency and endurance in a timed continuous swim of 500 metres in under 15 minutes. Includes CPR-A certification. Course is 20 hours consisting of both dry and wet sessions. Canadian Lifesaving Manual provided.

Prerequisite Session Day & Time Fee

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13 years old, or Bronze Star Certification July 9-12 Mon – Thu, 9:30 – 3:30 pm $175

Bronze Cross

Candidates develop proficiency at performing patient assessments, managing aquatic spinal injuries, and preventing the loss of life in a variety of aquatic emergencies, while developing stroke endurance (includes a 600m timed swim) and fitness training skills.

Bronze Cross includes the CPR-C certification and is one of the prerequisite awards for all advanced lifeguarding (National Lifeguard) and leadership (Lifesaving Instructor) training programs. Bronze Cross is also worth 2 Grade 11 High School Credits.

Prerequisite Session Day & Time Fee

Bronze Medallion Aug 7 – 10 Tue – Fri, 9:30 – 3:30 pm $175

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Looking for more information about the NL program? Watch videos and more at:

www.lifesaving.bc.ca/ lifeguard-programs

Did you know...

• At the end of January, there were 15 full-time Lifeguarding jobs listed in BC • Lifeguarding is a valuable skill to put on your post-secondary applications.

• Lifeguarding helps you stand out when starting careers in policing, Coast Guard, paramedics, nursing and other health care fields, and much more.

• You can start training to become a lifeguard when you are just 10 years old... or a senior!

• For students, lifeguarding is a well-paid part-time job that is transferable between communities.

Advanced Aquatic Training RED CROSS Water Safety Instructor – Step 4

This is the final component required to become a certified instructor. Register for step 4 if you have completed your online workbook and all teaching experience hours.

These classroom and pool sessions cover more theory, practice and evaluation. You must attend all sessions for certification.

Sessions June 22, 23, 29, 30 Day & Time Fri, 4:00 – 8:30pm & Sat, 9:00 – 4:30 pm Fee $200

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• You can earn two Grade 11 high school credits by taking your Bronze Cross course here at the Recreation Complex.

• Lifeguards can specialize and deepen their skills throughout their careers, through the Lifesaving Society.

• Lifeguards are athletes; they compete!

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WINTER Regular Aquatic Schedule January 8 - April 30, 2018 Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Lap Lanes & Leisure Pool 6:00 – 9:15 am Aquacise 9:15 – 10:00 am

Multi-Use 9:15 – 1:15 pm

Aquacise 1:15 – 2:00 pm

Lanes & Leisure 10:00 am -1:00 pm

Swim Lessons 1:00 – 2:00 pm (1 lap lane)

Multi-Use 2:00 – 3:30 pm Multi-Use 2:00 – 7:00 pm

Swim Lessons 3:30 – 6:00 pm (1 lap lane)

Swim Lessons 9:15 – 10:15 am

Multi-Use 10:15 am -1:15 pm

Aquacise 1:15 – 2:00 pm

Multi-Use 2:00 – 4:00 pm

Swim Lessons 4:00 – 6:00 pm

Aquacise 9:15 – 10:00 am

Lanes & Leisure 10:00 am -1:00 pm

Swim Lessons 1:00 – 2:00 pm (1 lap lane)

Sunday Closed

Swim Lessons 9:15 – 10:15 am

Lanes & Leisure 10:15 am -1:15 pm

Aquacise 1:15 – 2:00 pm

Multi-Use 2:00 – 3:30 pm

Multi-Use 8:00 – 10:00 am Multi-Use 8:00 – 11:30 am Swim Lessons 10:00 – noon

Lanes & Leisure noon-2:00 pm

Lanes & Leisure 11:30-2:00 pm

Everyone Welcome 2:00-4:00 pm (no lap lanes)

Swim Lessons 3:30 – 6:00 pm (1 lap lane)

Multi-Use 2:00 – 7:00 pm Multi-Use 4:00 – 7:00 pm

Multi-Use 6:00 – 7:00 pm Everyone Welcome 7:00-8:30 pm

Everyone Welcome 7:00-9:00 pm

(no lap lanes)

Multi-Use 8:30-9:30 pm

Aquacise & Multi 8:30-9:30 pm (1 lap lane)

Water Polo & Multi 8:30-9:30 pm (no lap lanes)

Aquacise & Multi 8:30-9:30 pm (1 lap lane)

Everyone Welcome 7:00-8:30 pm (no lap lanes)

(no lap lanes)

Closed

Closed

Aquacise - No Lanes Lessons - Hot Tub & Sauna Only Everyone Welcome - No Lanes Lessons with 1 lap lane

Consider booking the pool for private group functions.

Call 604-485-8908

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Do you dare challenge the Water Snake?

SPRING BREAK Aquatic Schedule March 17 - 30, 2018 Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Opens at 8 am on weekends

Lap Lanes & Leisure Pool 6:00 – 9:30 am Multi-Use with Lessons 9:30 – 11:30 pm Lanes & Leisure 11:30 am -1:15 pm

Lanes & Leisure 11:30 am -1:00 pm

Aquacise 1:15 – 2:00 pm

Everyone Welcome 2:00-4:00 pm

Lanes & Leisure 11:30 am -1:15 pm

Lanes & Leisure 11:30 am -1:00 pm

Aquacise 1:15 – 2:00 pm Everyone Welcome 1:00-4:00 pm

Everyone Welcome 2:00-4:00 pm

Sat & Sun

Lanes & Leisure 6:00 am -1:15 pm

Lanes & Leisure 8:00 am -1:00 pm

Multi-Use 8:30-9:30 pm

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Facility is open 10 am - 4 pm Good Friday & Easter Monday Lanes & Leisure 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Aquacise 1:15 – 2:00 pm Everyone Welcome 1:00-4:00 pm

Everyone Welcome 2:00-4:00 pm

Everyone Welcome 1:00-4:00 pm

Multi-Use 4:00 – 7:00 pm

Everyone Welcome 7:00-8:30 pm

Holidays

Everyone Welcome 7:00-9:00 pm Closed

Everyone Welcome 7:00-8:30 pm Closed

Everyone Welcome 1:00-4:00 pm

This schedule for Spring Break only. For the regular weekly schedule see the schedules on the previous and following pages.

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Aquatic Special Events

Aquacise Tea Social

Wednesday Water Wars

Wednesday, May 9, 1-2:30 pm Join us for tea and treats to celebrate Mothers.

July 25, 2-3 pm Get your game face on! Bring your own super soaker for gallons of fun.

Pro-D Day Toonie Swim

Sports Day

Monday, June 4, 2-4 pm Kids admission rate $2

Freezie Friday

Thursday, Aug 2, 2-3 pm Challenge yourself with these fun water games .

July 13 & Aug 10, 2-3 pm Beat the heat, join us for free frozen treats and fun in the pool.

* Regular admission rates apply unless otherwise noted

SPRING Regular Aquatic Schedule May 1 - June 30, 2018 Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Lanes & Leisure 6:00-9:15

Lanes & Leisure 6:00-9:15

Lanes & Leisure 6:00-9:15

Lanes & Leisure 6:00-9:15

Lanes & Leisure 6:00-9:15

Aquacise 9:15-10:00 Multi-Use 9:15-1:15

Aquacise 1:15-2:00

Aquacise 9:15-10:00

Lanes & Leisure 10:00-1:00

Multi-Use 10:15-1:15

Multi-Use 1:00-3:30

Aquacise 1:15-2:00

Multi-Use 2:00-4:00 Small Pools Only 4:00-6:00

Saturday

Multi-Use 2:00-4:00 Lessons 3:30-6:00

Lessons 4:00-6:00

Lanes & Leisure 10:00-1:00

Lessons 1:00-2:00 Multi-Use 2:00-3:30

Sunday

open 9 am weekends Multi-Use 9:00-10:00

Multi-Use 10:15-1:15

Multi-Use 9:00-noon

Lessons 10:00-noon

Lanes & Leisure noon-2:00

Lanes & Leisure noon-2:00

Everyone Welcome 2:00-4:00

Everyone Welcome 2:00-4:00

Aquacise 1:15-2:00 Multi-Use 2:00-5:00

Lessons 3:30-6:00

Multi-Use 6:00-7:00

Multi-Use 6:00-7:00

Multi-Use 6:00-7:00

Multi-Use 6:00-7:00

Everyone Welcome 7:00-8:30

Everyone Welcome 7:00-8:30

Everyone Welcome 7:00-8:30

Everyone Welcome 7:00-8:30

Multi-Use 8:30-9:30

Multi-Use & Aquacise 8:30-9:30

Multi-Use & Water Polo 8:30-9:30

Multi-Use & Aquacise 8:30-9:30

Small Pools Only 5:00-7:00

Everyone Welcome 7:00-9:00

Closed

Aquacise - No Lanes

Multi-Use - Limited Lanes (1-2) plus other programs

Lessons - Hot Tub & Sauna Only

Lanes & Leisure - Main pool for fitness use (3-4 lanes)

Everyone Welcome - No Lanes Lessons - with 1 lap lane, Hot Tub & Sauna Only Small Pools Only - Main Pool Closed 30

Ask about big savings with our summer passes.

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Water Wars July 25

Who will be the supreme soaker?

SUMMER Regular Aquatic Schedule July 2 - Shutdown Aug 13, 2018 Monday

Lanes & Leisure 6:00-9:30

Tuesday

Wednesday

Lanes & Leisure 6:00-8:30

Lanes & Leisure 6:00-8:30

Thursday Lanes & Leisure 6:00-8:30

Friday

Lanes & Leisure 6:00-9:30

Small Pools Only Main Pool Closed 8:30-9:30

Aquacise 1:15 – 2:00 pm Everyone Welcome 2:00 – 4:00 pm

Lanes & Leisure 11:30-1:00

Everyone Welcome 1:00-4:00

Lanes & Leisure 11:30-1:15 Aquacise 1:15 – 2:00 pm Everyone Welcome 2:00-4:00

Lanes & Leisure 11:30-1:00

Everyone Welcome 1:00-4:00

Small Pools Only Main Pool Closed 4:00 - 6:00

Multi-Use 8:30-9:00

Everyone Welcome 7:00-8:15 Multi-Use & Aquacise 8:15-9:00

Everyone Welcome 7:00-8:30 Multi-Use 8:30-9:00

Lanes & Leisure 11:30-1:15 Aquacise 1:15 – 2:00 pm Everyone Welcome 2:00-4:00

Everyone Welcome 10:30-noon

Everyone Welcome 7:00-8:15 Multi-Use & Aquacise 8:15-9:00

Sunday Facility is closed on Sundays

Facility Closed Canada Day July 1 & BC Day Aug 6

POOLS CLOSE for Annual Maintenance Monday, August 13 and will REOPEN Monday September 10 at 6:00 am

Multi-Use 4:00-7:00

Multi-Use 6:00-7:00 Everyone Welcome 7:00-8:30

Open 9-noon (except July 7 & Aug 4 open 9-4) Lanes & Leisure 9:00-10:30

Lessons 9:30-11:30 Lanes & Leisure 11:30-1:15

Saturday

Everyone Welcome 7:00-9:00

Fitness Gym Schedule during pool closure: August 13th -September 3rd Mon-Fri: 6 am - 9 pm Sat & Sun: CLOSED September 4th - 9th Mon - Thur: 6 am - 9:30 pm Fridays: 6 am - 9 pm Sat & Sun: 8 am - 8:30 pm

*Saturday July 7 & Aug 4, open 9-4: Free Community Swim sponsored by United Way from 2-4 pm .

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SEASON STARTS MAY 2018 Sunday April 8th 3-6pm Saturday April 14th 10am-1pm

FREE Family

SWIM

2-4 pm Saturday Mar 3 Apr 7 May 5 Jun 2

Jul 7 Aug 4 Oct 6 Nov 3 Dec 1

These free family swims brought to you by the United Way.

See weight room schedule on Page 52. The weight room is open when the pool is!

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For the body, mind and spirit

Health and Fitness

Yoga for Kids Pound Rockout Workout Steady Feet Lunch Hour Circuit Express Healthy Gut Mom and Baby Bootcamp

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WEIGHT ROOM Women on Weights Age: 16 Years and older

Add strength Training into your life! Join other women in this beginner class to learn that strength training not only enhances muscle tone but boost metabolism, increases energy and reduces risk of injury. This specifically designed class will include a variety of equipment, target muscle groups and emphasize body function.

Session 1 Thu 6:30-7:30pm Location: Dogwood Room

Apr 12-May 3

Sat 9:15 – 10:15 am Location: Weight Room

Apr 14-May 5

Instructor: TBA $72/8 sessions

Session 2 Thu 6:30-7:30pm Location: Dogwood Room

May 10-May 31

Sat 9:15 – 10:15 am Location: Weight Room

May 12-Jun 2

Instructor: TBA $72/8 sessions

Fitness Assessments 13 years & older

Get to know our equipment Weight Room Orientations 13 years and older If you are interested in a weight room orientation, please contact reception at 604-485-2891 to put your name on our interest list. Orientations will be scheduled once we have 3 people interested.

1 session/$25.00

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Our comprehensive fitness assessments will broaden your understanding of your personal health and fitness goals while providing baseline measurements of your current cardio endurance, upper and lower body strength, flexibility and mobility. The assessment will provide clients with information on areas to improve upon. Our specialized instructor will recommend appropriate fitness classes or personal training to match you to a program that will enhance your ability and maximise improvements.

Call Reception to register.

$45/1 session

Small Group Weight Training Age: 16 Years and older

This program focuses on improving or maintaining overall fitness, strength or endurance through foundational development of muscles, core strength, exercise technique and coordination.

Wed Wed

6:30-7:30pm 6:30-7:30pm

Apr 18-May 9 May 16-Jun 6

$40/4 sessions $40/4 sessions

Location: Weight Room Instructor: TBA

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Move for Health Day Run & Walk The Powell River Parks, Recreation and Culture Department is committed to increasing health and wellness in our community! The Move for Health Day Community 5km Fun Run/Walk is a FREE fun filled event that will encourage the community to get out and get moving!

This event is sponsored by VCH Active Communities & the BCRPA. Sat 9:30-12:00pm

May 12

You deserve a medal.

Earn one May 12.

FREE

Location: Millennium Trails

Personal Training Our certified trainers can provide training one on one or in group sessions. Whether you are new to fitness, need personalized motivation or sport specific training our personal trainers can develop a program individualized to you and your specific goals.

Our trainers can motivate you by assisting with goal setting, providing feedback and accountability. Speak to one of our weight room or reception staff for more information and to set up an appointment.

Private Personal Training Packages

Aquatic Personal Training

Includes you and your trainer in a one on one 60 min sessions addressing your personal fitness related goals.

The viscosity of water provides an excellent source of resistance when incorporated into an Aquatic Personal Training program.

This resistance allows for muscle strengthening without the need of weights. This program is especially useful for those with arthritis, healing fractured bones or who are overweight.

All sessions are 1 hour

# of Sessions

Cost per session

Cost per package per person

All sessions are 45 min.

3

$49.50 / session

$148.50

5

$46.75 / session

$233.75

# of Sessions

Cost per session

Cost per package per person

10

$44.00 / session

$440.00

3

$37.15 / session

$111.45

5

$35.00 / session

$175.00

10

$33.00 / session

$330.00

Semi-Private Personal Training Packages All sessions are 1 hour

Includes two clients with similar fitness levels with one trainer for 60 min sessions. # of Sessions

Cost per session

Cost per package per person

3

$39.60 / session

$118.80

5

$37.40 / session

$187.00

10

$35.20 / session

$352.00

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Follow-up Session $55

Clients can use the follow-up to get some input into their existing programs if they have been training for a few years.

Follow-up session will not include a full new program but will include a progression of an original program or a substitution of some exercises that are more appropriate.

Follow-up programs are also designed for people who would like a personal trainer to check their form, correct faulty movement patterns or have some input in their usual program to make it better.

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REGISTERED GROUP FITNESS Introduction to Seniors Fitness Age: 55 Years and older

Our most popular program is back! This self-pacing, progressive program is fun, safe and includes all fitness components. We emphasize fall prevention with specific balance and mobility exercises. Resistance equipment is used for strength training.

Tue & Thu

12:45-1:30pm

Apr 3-Jun 7

$90/20 sessions

Instructors: Vivian Thickett & Margot Glaspey Location: Dogwood Room

Bootcamp for Boomers & Zoomers Age: 50 Years and older

This is a fun and effective workout designed for the Baby Boomer generation. During this light pace class, we will be lifting light weights, conditioning your body, and combing some aerobic exercises into the bootcamp. We will close the class down with several stretches designed to loosen you up and reduce soreness. The program will also incorporate some outdoor workout sessions.

Wed

10:30-11:15am

Instructor: Vivian Thickett

Jul 11-Aug 15

$54/6 sessions

Location: Dogwood Room

Mom & Baby Bootcamp Age: 19 Years and older

Want to learn fun and effective ways to incorporate baby into your workout. Mom & Baby Bootcamp includes a variety of drills that focus on strength, power, agility, balance, cardio and core.

Tai Chi and Qigong Relaxation Age: 16 Years and older

Tai Chi is a type of Chinese martial art very well known for its health benefits. It is performed as concentrate, slow, rhythmic, and centered, and coordinated body movements designed to enhance relaxation, inner calm, and peace. Tai Chi ‘meditation in motion,’ can help maintain strength, flexibility, and balance, muscle control and boost up your immunity.

Wed

7:00-8:00pm

Instructor: Kim Chung Choo

Apr 11-May 30

$64/ 10 sessions

Location: Dogwood Room

Water Wellness

Age: 60 Years and older These shallow water exercises will help you maintain, strength, balance, agility and coordination. Ideal for seniors beginning an exercise program, and those recovering from an injury or suffering from arthritis and other chronic illnesses.

Thu Thu

10:15-10:45am 10:15-10:45am

Apr 12-May 17 $45.60/6 sessions May 31-Jun 28 $38/5 sessions

Instructor: Bianca Hoppe

Location: Pool

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Fri 11:30-12:30pm

Apr 13-Jun 15 $85/10 sessions

Instructor: Joe Caldarone

Location: Dogwood Room

Lunch Hour Circuit Express Age: 19 Years and older

Action-packed total body conditioning class that incorporates cardio bursts, drills and strength exercises . . . zero choreography with huge results. Circuit Express is a 30-minute class that offers you a dynamic, time efficient workout.

Mon & Wed 12:15-12:45pm Instructor: Natalie Friesen

SUMMER

Mon & Wed 12:15-12:45pm Instructor: Natalie Friesen

Apr 11-Jun 6

$96/15 sessions

Location: Arena Lounge Jul 9-Aug 15

$72/12 sessions

Location: Arena Lounge

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Drums Alive Age: 16 Years and older

You have heard of the drumming classes; you are intrigued; but, something is holding you back from trying it? Then come to this 5-week series where you will learn all the basics to Drums Alive! Feel and experience the pulsating rhythms, dynamic movements and powerful percussions of this new and unique high-energy rhythmical workout.

Drums Alive combines movement with the power of drumming.

Beginner Mon

6:45-7:45pm

Apr 9-May 14

Intermediate/Advanced Tue

3:15-4:15pm

Apr 10-Jun 12

Instructor: Christine Masters

$54/6 sessions $90/10 sessions

Location: Dogwood Room

What will you try?

Aqua Yoga Women on Weights Intro to Seniors Fitness

Pass

All Ages

We are excited to announce a new way for you to try out a program!

Purchase our TryIt pass and use it on any 3 active registered programs of your interest and see if a program is right for you! The TryIt pass is available once per season and can be used on three separate programs or up to three classes in one program.

The choice is yours! Look for the TryIt Pass symbol on applicable programs. $40/3

Tai Chi and Qigong Water Wellness Mom and Baby Bootcamp Lunch Hour Circuit Express Drums Alive Gentle Yoga Somatics Yoga Vinyasa Flow Yoga Yoga for Men Cake Craft Arts & Craft Cooking Around the World

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GROUP FITNESS SCHEDULE SPRING 2018 April 3 - June 29, 2018 Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Cardio/Strength Jan 9:15 – 10:15 am

Pure Strength Natalie Yoga (Elm Rm) Keely 9:15 – 10:15 am

Bodyshock Natalie 9:15 – 10:15 am

HIIT Mix Mike Yoga (Elm Rm) Keely 9:15 – 10:15 am

Barre Fusion Dina 9:15 – 10:15 am

Moderate Moves Christine 10:20 – 11:20 am

Step it Up Donna 10:20 – 11:20 am

Fit & Functional Donna 10:20 – 11:20 am

Stretch Appeal Donna 10:20 – 11:20 am

Moderate Moves Christine 10:20 – 11:20 am

Drums Alive Christine 11:25 am– 12:25 pm

Tune & Tone Vivian 11:25 am– 12:25 pm

Strong & Mobile Margot 11:25 am– 12:25 pm

Interval Fusion Vivian 11:25 am – 12:25 pm

Shred It! Dina 5:30 – 6:30 pm

POUND® Rockout Natalie 5:30 – 6:15 pm

Tabata Dina 5:30 – 6:15 pm

Total Body Darlana Yoga (Elm Rm) Kelly 5:30 – 6:15 pm

Circuit Fusion Megan 6:20 - 7:05 pm

Please note: All Drop-in

POUND® Rockout Natalie 4:30 – 5:15 pm

Weight Room Hours Monday

Tuesday

6 am – 9:30 pm

Brave Hearts Program 10:30-11:30 am

10:30 - 11:30 am Weight Room Supervisor

6 am – 9:30 pm

4:00 - 5:00 pm Teen Time Supervisor 5:00 - 6:00 pm Weight Room Supervisor

Wednesday

Thursday

6 am – 9:30 pm

Brave Hearts Program 10:30-11:30 am

11 am - 12:30 pm Weight Room Supervisor

6 am – 9:30 pm

4:00 - 5:00 pm Teen Time Supervisor 5:00 - 6:00 pm Weight Room Supervisor

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

6 am – 9:00 pm

8 am – 8:30 pm

8 am – 8:30 pm

10 am - 12:00 pm Weight Room Supervisor

9:30 - 11:30 am Weight Room Supervisor

Teen Time & Weight Room Supervisors can review how to use the equipment, offer weight room etiquette tips and give you the opportunity to ask any health-related questions. Youth 16 years & older welcome, 13-15 years must have adult supervision or attend during Supervised “Teen Time”. Spring Break Schedule will be posted at the Complex.

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Class

Level

Fitness Class Description

Barre

Low to Moderate

A fusion of Ballet, Pilates, strength and flexibility training using a Ballet Barre. This class will transform and sculpt your entire body leaving you with better posture and poise. Open to all levels. No cardio.

Bodyshock

Challenging

Experience the hard work and be surprised by how much fun you have doing it. We rotate cardio and strength movements to shock the body to reveal its true strength and beauty. Bring a towel!

Cardio Sculpt

Low to Challenging

Sculpt and work your body. This class will use a variety of equipment such as dumbbells, weight resistance bands, balls, and your own body weight. All levels of fitness welcome (as options will be available).

Circuit Fusion

Moderate

Get a great workout, circuit style! This class is a fun, time-efficient total body workout that combines strength, cardio, core and flexibility training using interval stations and a variety of equipment.

Drums Alive

Moderate

Drums Alive is a high-energy, stress-busting exercise class that promises to chase away the blues. Drumming on large exercise balls and moving to great music will have your heart pumping! Beginner class available.

Fit & Functional

Moderate

This workout includes low impact aerobics, balance practice, agility drills, targeted strength/core work and stretching to give participants full-body training. Attention will be given to providing safe moves for the mature body that will increase functional strength using free weights, tubing, mats and balls and will leave you feeling energized and strong!

HIIT Mix

Moderate

This action packed class includes a mix of HIIT training and functional movements that will be the perfect balance for enhancing your fitness level.

Interval Fusion

Low

Interval low-impact cardio routines alternating with resistance muscle conditioning segments to guarantee participants a total body workout that includes a comprehensive stretch. Chairs optional throughout the class.

Moderate Moves

Moderate

This class provides an overall workout. Although the cardio section is moderate, the optional power moves make it suitable for young and old alike. Various equipment is used to strengthen and stretch the body, focusing on controlled quality moves

PoundÂŽ Rockout Workout

Moderate to Challenging

Using RipstixÂŽ, lightly weighted drumsticks engineered specifically for exercising, POUNDÂŽ transforms drumming into an incredibly effective way of working out. Instead of listening to music, you become the music in this exhilarating fullbody workout that combines cardio, conditioning, and strength training with yoga and pilates-inspired movements.

Pure Strength

Moderate to Challenging

This strength training program is for me and women of all ages and all fitness levels. Matching movement to music and using traditional strength training allows participants to work at their own level.

Shred It!

Moderate to Challenging

This class is a high energy no-nonsense workout that will improve your overall fitness level with an emphasis on cardio bursts, drills and strength exercises.

Step It Up

Low to Moderate

Easy STEP drills for 30 min and 30 min of core exercises. We blend Pilates with other bodyweight exercises as we move from one body position to the next. Challenge your core, mobility, balance and strength from every angle possible.

Stretch Appeal

Low to Moderate

New stretch class moving through core-challenging movements incorporating breath and balance to elongate and strengthen. No cardio and with gentle background music. You will leave relaxed and taller.

Strong & Mobile

Low to Moderate

This is a basic entry-level class and perfect for people with osteoporosis, arthritis and muscle loss or recovering from injuries. This class combines strength work with mobility/flexibility work and balance to improve posture and functional movement.

Tabata

Moderate to Challenging

Tabata training is a high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workout, featuring exercises you workout hard for 20 seconds then rest for 10 seconds and complete 8 rounds of each exercise.

Total Body Conditioning

Moderate

W.O.W (workout of the week) is an instructors choice class. A variety of styles such as Tabata, circuit, cardio, and strength while utilizing a variety of methods to increase strength and endurance, like stability balls, resistance bands, free weights, and your own body weight!

Tune & Tone

Low to Moderate

Low-impact cardio, toning and stretch. Bands are perfect to target the back, hips and arms without getting on the floor.

Yoga

Low

Build a strong personal relationship and your yoga practice. All levels welcome.

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YOGA FOR EVERY ABILITY Sunset Yoga for All

Age: 10 Years and older This fantastic outdoor yoga session is an amazing way to unwind from the day. Please bring your own mat.

Wed 7:00-8:00pm Jul 4-Aug 29 Instructor: Keely Fandrick

$36/ 8 sessions or $5 drop-in Location: Spirit Square Stage

Aqua Yoga

Age: 19 Years and older Aqua yoga adapts traditional hathe poses to the water environment. With the assistance of water, the muscles can work harder while allowing the joints to be supported and may allow students a greater range of motion increasing their flexibility. The gentle nature of Aqua yoga makes it ideal for all ages & fitness levels. In addition, the support of the water makes it ideal for those who cannot enjoy the benefits of regular yoga due to past injuries. ***Please note if you are registering for more than 1 day please contact reception due to the various fees associated. *** Wed 8:00-8:45am Apr 4 - May 9 Fri 8:00-8:45am Apr 6-May 11 Mon 8:00-8:45am Apr 9-Jun 11 Wed 8:00-8:45am May 16-Jun 13 Fri 8:00-8:45am May 18-Jun 15 Instructor: Kelly Edwards

$54/$97.20 $54 $81 $45/$81 $45 Location: Leisure Pool

Gentle Yoga

Age: 16 Years and older ‘These yoga classes will get you in shape physically with the added benefit of slicing through mind patterns that might be holding you back. Come experience your energy with exercises that helps you reach, express, and maintain your personal Excellence! Expect chanting, meditating and each class includes a relaxation with symphonic gong.’ Wed 6:45-8:15pm Apr 4-Jun 6 $99/9 sessions or $12 drop-in Instructor: Alain Bergeron Location: Elm Room

Somatics Yoga

Age: 19 Years and older This gentle yoga practice incorporates the use of yoga props and chairs to modify the poses to allow participants to ease into each pose.

Tue 10:30-11:30am Apr 10-Jun 12 Instructor: Kelly Edwards

Kundalini Yoga

$90/10 sessions Location: Elm Room

Age: 19 Years and older

Somatics Yoga is a unique brain to muscle re-education that combine traditional yoga postures, somatic movements, breath exercise and healing visualizations. Through customized movements and meditation, muscles are reprogrammed to dissolve stress, tension and chronic pain, significantly increase flexibility and improve strength and posture.

Tue 5:30-6:30pm Apr 10-May 29 Instructor: Keely Fandrick

$57/ 8 sessions Location: Elm Room

Vinyasa Flow Yoga

Age: 16 Years and older Come and energize your body and mind with vinyasa flow. In this moderate to challenging class we will learn to synchronize our breath with our movement while building strength, deepening flexibility and concentrating on calming the mind Mon 5:15-6:15pm Apr 9-Jun 4 Instructor: Stephanie Larkin

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$72/8 sessions Location: Elm Room

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Yoga for Kids at Westview

Yoga for Men

Making yoga and mindfulness fun for kids Join us for dynamic and static flexibility exercises that will allow kids to run faster, jump higher and condition themselves for all kinds activities.

Strong, energetic, and challenging, Yoga for Men combines the best core-strengthening, muscle-toning, cardio-working, stress-reducing, clarity-enhancing yoga postures with functional fitness exercises for an amazing workout. This program is great for hockey players, soccer players and golfers.

It will help loosen up those tight hips and lower backs.

Age: 8 Years To 13 Years

Age: 16 Years and older

Tue 3:00-3:45pm Apr 10-May 29 $35/8 sessions Instructor: Keely Fandrick Location: Westview Elementary

Thu 6:45-7:45pm Apr 5-May 3 Thu 6:45-7:45pm May 10-Jun 7 Instructor: Kelly Edwards

Yoga for Kids

Age: 8 Years To 13 Years Making yoga and mindfulness fun for kids Join us for dynamic and static flexibility exercises that will allow kids to run faster, jump higher and condition themselves for all kinds activities.

5-8 yrs.

Sat

10:00-10:30am

9-14 yrs.

Apr 21-May 12

$25/4 sessions

Sat 10:45-11:30am Apr 21-May 12 $25/4 sessions Instructor: Keely Fandrick Location: Dogwood Room

$47.50/5 sessions $47.50/5 sessions Location: Elm Room

Prenatal Yoga

Age: 19 Years and older Prenatal yoga is one of the best things that you can do for yourself, as well as your growing baby! Prenatal yoga can reduce stress and anxiety, increase the strength, flexibility and endurance of muscles needed for childbirth, as well as decreasing lower back pain. Prenatal yoga can help you meet and bond with other pregnant women and prepare for the stress of being a new parent. We will cover: perineum and deep abdominal muscle strengthening, optimal fetal positioning technique, relaxation and breathing techniques for labour, global practices in preparation to the birth. The class #7 is a 2-hour workshop for couples in preparation to childbirth. Price includes complete manual in preparation to childbirth.

Thu 7:45-9:15pm

Apr 12-Jun 14

$140 single/ 10 sessions $190 couples/ 10 sessions

Couples Workshop (for partner of singles in program) Thu 7:45-9:15pm May 24 Instructor: Marie-Eve Lambert

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$35/ 1 session Location: Dogwood Room

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We offer a full array of gymnastics programs for all ages.

We also offer Drop Ins, School Group Bookings, Special Events and Birthday Party Bookings Our location boasts an in-ground trampoline and 400 sq. ft. foam pit!

WHAT’S NEW AT THE GYM:

Aerial Silks - Learn to perform feats of grace and strength while suspended in the air!

Classes for all ages have now started!

Please check out our website and Facebook page for our schedule and upcoming events.

WE OFFER:

and Tot Drop-In Gymnastics • Parent Preschool Classes • Recreational • Boys and Girlsand Competitive Gymnastics & Cheer for for Parkour • Gymnastics Open Gym for Once a Month • Special Events All and • Birthday Parties Private Bookings • School Groups – All Ages, Home Schools, Daycares • Camps – Summer, Winter Break, Spring Break, Pro-D •

CALL: 604-485-0520

We offer programs all year long!

EMAIL: office@prgymnastics.ca

www.prgymnastics.ca

7039 Field Street, Powell River

Powell River Child, Youth & Family Services Society offers free and confidential services in the District of Powell River and Powell River Gymnastics surrounding areas.

2017 Active Living Guide Ad - 7” w x 4.667” h Parenting Education Groups Free Drop In Programs Family Preservation & Reunification Supports to Strengthen Families Support To Foster Care Youth Justice Support Young Parent Supports Youth Engagement Support

Weekly free after school drop in program for ages 13-18.

Cooking programs offered for ages 9-12 and 13-18

2200+ books and resources to borrow during drop in hours Weekly special book featured series

For a current listing of programs and events, visit us on Facebook & Instagram or familyfriendlypowellriver.ca

/powellriverfcl /powellriveryrc

@yrcpr @familycentrelibrary

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H.U.H? ALL COMPLEX MEMBERSHIPS

INCLUDE...

• Drop-in fitness classes • Swimming pool & aquacise classes • Public Skating & shinny hockey • Use of whirlpool and sauna • Use of Weight Room Plus, with a purchase of a 3, 6 or 12 month pass enjoy: • A free, 60-minute weigh room orientation with a certified weight room attendant.

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Whether you’re dealing with a chronic condition or recovering from an injury or surgery, we’re here to help enhance your strength, stamina, circulation, flexibility and cardiovascular fitness.

By offering specialty, rehabilitation & prevention programs, we can engage and support community members in making healthy lifestyle choices.

Specialty fitness, rehabilitation & pre Choose to Move

Hearts in Motion Walking Club

We’re looking for older adults who want to be more physically active!

Join our FREE Choose to Move Program and get a customized physical activity program that is based on YOUR interests, goals, ability, and income. When you register in our program you will get your own friendly, trained coach who will support you along the way. By signing up for our unique program you will get: one-on-one meetings with your coach to develop an action plan that will work for you in the long-term, access to group meetings and individual telephone calls to provide ongoing support. The Choose to Move program is free of charge but you need to register.

The Hearts in Motion Walking Clubs are a Heart and Stroke Foundation program designed to encourage people to participate in regular physical activity by walking. Walking is a great way to boost health and energy and it’s easily incorporated into any lifestyle. You can reduce risk factors such as stress, blood pressure, blood cholesterol, and body fat by incorporating over thirty minutes of physical activity most days of the week. Walking with a group as your form of social physical activity is a great way to get connected to your community. Walks will occur in various locations around the community. A schedule will be distributed at the first class.

Age: 65 Years and older

Age: 19 Years and older

Information Session Wed 1:00-2:30pm Apr 11 FREE Instructor: Margot Glaspey Location: Elm Room Group Meetings Tue 2:00-3:00pm Tue 2:00-3:00pm Tue 2:00-3:00pm Tue 2:00-3:00pm Tue 2:00-3:00pm Instructor: Vivian Thickett

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Tue 10:00-11:00am Instructor: Margot Glaspey SUMMER Tue 10:00-11:00am Instructor: Margot Glaspey

Apr 10-Jun 26

$15/10 sessions Location: Lower Foyer

Jul 10-Aug 28

$15/8 sessions Location: Lower Foyer

Apr 17 May 1 May 29 Jun 12 Jul 10 FREE Location: Elm Room

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Brave Hearts

Age: 19 Years and older Brave Hearts is a partnership program with VCH and the Powell River Parks, Recreation & Culture department. The program is a community-based education and support group on selfmanagement, exercise, nutrition and healthy lifestyle for individuals who have experienced a cardiac event.

Tue 9:00-11:30am Thu 10:30 – 11:30am Apr 10-Jun 14 Instructor(s): VCH Nurse & Roché Rossouw Location: PoolSide Fitness Room

$325/20 sessions

Brave Hearts Maintenance Program Age: 19 Years and older

evention programs

Brave Hearts Maintenance programs is a community-based support group on self-management, exercise, and healthy lifestyle for individuals who have experienced a cardiac event in the past 3 years and have either graduated from the Brave Hearts program, referred by their local GP. Tue & Thu 11:30-12:30pm Apr 10-Jun 14 $200/20 sessions Instructor: Roché Rossouw Location: Weight Room

Steady Feet Assessment Age: 50 Years and older

This 20-min. assessment will determine if the steady feet program is the best placement for you or if another program would better suit your needs. All new participants for the Steady Feet program must complete an assessment.

Wed 12:30-1:30pm Wed 1:35-2:35pm Instructor: Vivian Thickett

Apr 4 Apr 4

$15/ 1 session $15/1 session Location: Dogwood Room

Steady Feet

Age: 50 Years and older Client must be referred by Vancouver Coastal Health. This falls prevention and balance program helps frail seniors feel stronger and more confident about walking. The main focus is to improve functional mobility, increase lower body strength, reduce falls risk and improve balance. Instruction by certified staff creates positive outcomes and social interaction.

Level 1 Mon & Wed 12:30-1:30pm Apr 9-Jun 13

Level 2

$142.50/20 sessions

Mon & Wed 1:35-2:35pm Apr 9-Jun 13 $142.50/20 sessions Instructor: Vivian Thickett Location: Dogwood Room

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Seniors Together

A monthly event for Seniors that includes; educational presentations chosen by seniors for seniors, lunch, and physical activity opportunities. Held the 3rd Thursday of every month. Transportation is available for any senior who requires it. Registration opens the first Thursday of the month.

3rd Thursday of every month 11:00-1:30 pm Beginning Jan 18-Dec Free Location: Evergreen Theatre

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Health and Nutrition

Symptomatology 101

Hands-on Exploration of REAL Food Age: 19 Years and older

This course involves more ‘playing with your food’. We’ll talk about growing food (even just sprouts in your kitchen!), harvesting, and preparing for optimal health. We’ll compare the plant and human life cycles; observe their similarities and discuss their co-evolution and how it relates to our digestion and nourishment. Participants will also first-hand take part in growing sprouts and microgreens and tasting fermented beverages. With each item, we’ll explore their vast nutritional benefits and how to optimally prepare and consume them.

Wed 5:30-7:30pm Apr 11-Apr 25 $50/3 sessions Instructor: Lisa Marie Bhattacharya , RHN, Registered Holistic Nutrionist Location: Cedar Room

Age: 19 Years and older Feel lousy lately? If you are chronically tired, sore, anxious.... it may literally be ALL IN YOUR MIND. What we eat, how we move, how we handle stress, and what toxins we’re exposed to have a huge impact on the brain and consequently the whole body. This leads to brain fog, anxiety, chronic pain, insomnia, depression, and a whole lot more. We simply don’t feel right when the brain is inflamed. Join this 5-session workshop to discover how to navigate the hazards and energize your life.

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Learn how to read your body better and understand its many cues. This course will explore the body systems and learn how to ‘listen’ to and fulfill each of their needs. We’ll look at healthy cleansing & detoxification, the gut-brain connection, the importance of seasonal nourishment, what an ideal diet really looks like (an individual approach will be offered for each attendee), and more. *This course is a good follow up to ‘Beyond the Canada Food Guide’ or can be a stand-alone course (no prerequisite needed).

Wed 5:30-7:30pm May 2-May 16 $50/3 sessions Instructor: Lisa Marie Bhattacharya , RHN, Registered Holistic Nutrionist Location: Cedar Room

Plant-Based Eating for a Healthy Gut 19 years & older

Mind Matters

Tue 6:30-8:00pm Instructor: Michelle Riddle

Age: 19 Years and older

Apr 24-May 22

$60/5 sessions Location: Poplar Room

In recent years we have started to understand more about the critical role that a healthy GI (gut) terrain plays in our overall health - and that what we eat and how we live has a tremendous effect on how healthy our gut (microbiome) is. Join Registered Holistic Nutritionist and Certified Plant-Based Chef Emma Levez Larocque for a 3-part learn-and-eat nutrition/ cooking series that focuses on information, recipes and cooking skills to help you eat for your best gut health. Each class includes a full meal. All food and equipment included.

Tues. May 22 - Jun 5 5:30 – 8:00 pm Instructor: Emma Levez Larocque, RHN Location: Cedar Room and Kitchen

$142.50/3 sessions

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Community Recreation

Skateboarding Halloumi, Brie, and Cambozola Magic Box Spring Break & Summer Camp Cooking for Tweens

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Learn from a skate pro

Youth skills Cooking around the World Age: 7-12

Tim Ladner has been a long time skateboard advocate and instructor with the city of Vancouver teaching skateboard and skimboard classes for the last 15 years, prior to moving to Powell River with his family of 2 kids. He has worked with numerous organizations, including iconic Canadian Skateboard brand Skull Skates, developing and promoting skimboards on BC’s South Coast where he co hosted the Texeda Skimboard jam, and consequently discovered Powell River. With a passion for board sports and youth development Tim has been tirelessly spreading the joy of board sports and wishes to continue his work here in Powell River.

Learn how to cook delicious meals from all around the world!

Each week will take you to a new continent, where you will learn about the different ingredients put into famous dishes!

This 4 week class will give you the necessary skills to go home and show off your new recipes with the family!

Tuesdays April 3-24 Instructor: Jessica Richardson

4:30-6:30pm

$45/4 sessions Location: Kitchen

Cake Craft Age: 7-12

This cake baking course is an essential first course for the aspiring professional cake maker. Methods of selecting, measuring and mixing ingredients are covered before children learn to create and bake their own delicious cakes! Instructors demonstrate icing and decorating techniques.

Thursday April 5- 26 Instructor: Jessica Richardson

4:30-6:30pm $45/4 sessions Location: Kitchen

Arts & Crafts Age: 7-12

Learn basic drawing and painting techniques in this hands-on art class. Work with pencil, pastel, and paint to make still-life creations. Study colour theory and mix your own paint colours.

Thursdays May 3-24 Instructor: Jessica Richardson

Skateboarding

Babysitter’s training course

Skateboarding Level 1:

Age: 12+

Age: 7-16

Learn the fundamentals of skateboarding in a safe and fun environment. Instruction includes everything from basic board maintenance and park etiquette to balance and introductory street style skateboarding.

Tuesdays April 5-26 Instructor: Tim Ladner

$60/4 sessions Location: Skate Park

Skateboarding Level 2:

The Babysitters Training Course is aimed at young people turning 12 years of age within the calendar year or older who want to demonstrate their capabilities by completing the course under responsible direction. The Babysitters Training Course is loaded with special features such as: Child Development and Behavioral Problems, Safety and Basic First Aid, Handling Emergencies, Games and Play Activities, Children with Special Needs, and more.

June 9th & 10th 10 – 3:00pm Instructor: Joyce Percy

Age: 7-16

Take your fundamental skateboarding skills to the next level.

In a safe and fun environment you will be challenged in the progression of street style and transitional skateboarding. Tricks taught in this course include: ollies, power slides, 180s, pop shove its, and more.

Tuesdays May 1-22 Instructor: Tim Ladner

$60/4 sessions Location: Skate Park

$45/2 days Location: Elm Room

Home Alone Age: 10+

The Home Alone Program is designed to provide children with the necessary skills and knowledge to be safe and responsible when home alone for short periods of time. This course will help children understand how to prevent problems, handle real-life situations, and keep them safe and constructively occupied. This program will run for a single day for a total of 4 hours. A review booklet is included for all students, and at the end of the day course a certificate of completion is awarded.

Date: TBA Time: TBA Instructor: TBA

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$40/4 sessions Location: Rehearsal room

$35/4 sessions Location: TBA

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The Early Years Little Hands, Big Ideas Come get messy & learn to play with a variety of different arts & crafts! Little hands, big ideas will have a mixture of storybased learning, painting, collage, and a wide variety of sensory activities that will have parents & their young ones learning new ways of being creative! Each week there will be four new stations set up to cover various themes and stories, and once you have finished, you will have all sorts of lovely arts & crafts to take home! This is a parent & tot course!

Session 1

Mondays April 16-May 7 Instructor: Maria De Mira

10 – 11:15am $30/4 sessions Location: Rehearsal Room

Mondays May 14-June 11 (no class May 21) Instructor: Maria De Mira

10 – 11:15am

Session 2

$30/4 sessions

Location: Rehearsal Room

The Magic Box This exciting new program will keep children & their parents on their toes! Each week participants will open a magic box that will contain a wide variety of materials, toys & crafts. The goal will then be to work together to create something with your imagination from the magic box! Not only will this be a fun problem solving adventure, it is a great way for parents to see the creativity in their children. This is a parent & tot course!

Thursdays May 10 – 31 Instructor: Maria De Mira

10 – 11:15am

$30/4 sessions Location: Elm Room

Orca Bus Come join us for movement, literacy, learning & of course lots of fun! We will be rolling on the bus the first and third Tuesday morning of every month, starting April 3rd from 10am to 11:30am. Programming is free and will be geared towards ages 0-6 years of age, but of course all are welcome!

April 3 - Complex April 17 - Willingdon Beach May 1 - Complex May 15 - Willingdon Beach June 5 - Complex June 19 - Willingdon Beach

For Grown-Up Foodies Cheese Making Halloumi

Learn how to make your own Halloumi cheese! Paula has been teaching the lost art of cheese making for over 5 years and will show you how easy it is to make your own pressed cheese.

Cultures and instructions to make your own wheel to age at home will be included in this taste, touch, feel demonstration style class. Paula will demystify the idea that cheese making is difficult and will show you how to make your own delicious cheeses using store bought milk.

Sunday May 27 10:00am-noon Cost: $65 Instructor: Paula Maddison Location: Elm Room/Kitchen

Brie & Cambozola Learn how to make your own Brie! Join Paula Maddison who has been teaching the lost art of home cheese crafting for over 5 years and learn how to make your own Brie cheese at home. This is a demonstration style, taste, touch and feel class where Paula will take students through the process of ripening Traditional Brie. Advanced cheese making techniques are discussed and cultures and ingredients to make your own at home are included. Paula demystifies the process of making your own home made cheeses. Her classes are comprehensive, fun and the best part is…you get to enjoy the cheeses made in class. Brie is an easy cheese to make and so delicious!

Sunday May 27 1:00-3:00pm Cost: $70 Instructor: Paula Maddison Location: Elm Room/Kitchen

Oyster Picking & Clam Digging The weather is warming up and what better way to get out and enjoy it than by joining John on Sunday, April15th for a fun and informative, hands on class. Meet at the complex for a discussion and video then head out to the beach for picking, digging, and eating! Participants must have current tidal license.

Bring gumboots, bucket, small container, gloves, and digging tool.

Sunday April 15 noon-3:30pm Instructor: Johnny McDowell

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$20/$30 per couple Location: Poolside Room

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Spring Break Spring Break Day Camp Dates: March 19-30

Ages: 6-12

Looking for a great way to keep busy this Spring Break? Join us for our action packed Spring Break Camps! There will be games, crafts, swimming, skating and much more! Daily drop in rates available as sibling discounts!

NEW this year! Healthy lunch offered by the Bite Club – for an extra $5/ day your child can have a healthy lunch provided with a drink, warmed up meal & fruit!

Week 1 – March 19-23 Week 2 – March 26-30

9am-3pm 9am-3pm

10 things to do on Spring Break:

1. Day camps!

2. Easter Egg Hunt - Free!

3. Spring Break swim lessons 4. Get ready for June’s Disc Golf Tournaments 5. Teen and preteen shinny hockey 6. Get ready for the 5km walk or run on Move for Health Day May 12 7. See the Men’s Rec Hockey Tournament March 23-25 8. Go swimming or skating 9. Work out in weight room 10. Bike in the Bike park!

$175 or $200 with lunches included $175 or $200 with lunches included

Spring Break Swim Lessons

Monday - Thursday March 19-29 (8 sessions) 9:30 am

Salamander Crocodile Level 4

Sea Otter 10:00 am Sunfish Level 3 10:30 am

Salamander Level 1 / 2

11:00 am

Whale Level 3 / 4 Level 5/6

The Great Community Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, March 31, 10:30am • For Children 10 and under.

• Look for your child’s age group’s designated egg hunting area.

• Please bring a basket for each child participating.

• This free, fun event also features entertainment and face painting.

• Fun for the whole Family, rain or shine!

• Sponsored by the City of Powell River Parks, Recreation & Culture department and CUPE 798.

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Active After School Expanded for Spring to Grade 4, 5 & 6!

Looking for something fun to do after you get out of school?

Find it hard to get to the Recreation Complex? This Spring our Active After School program will be running once again but has been expanded to include Grade 4, 5 & 6 students! We are offering after school transportation to students interested in taking part in a wide range of activities from Swimming, to games and crafts! This active program will visit different schools each week – sign up quickly as we have limited spots! Parent’s must pickup their children by 5pm at the Recreation complex.

Please note, this program is limited to a maximum number of 12 registrants, first come first serve.

Thursdays will include games & crafts until 5pm Fridays will include games & swimming until 5pm Thursdays & Fridays Pickup at 3:00pm from school $2/day Instructor: Hillary Marciniak Location: Pool/ Arena/ Rehearsal Room April 5 & 6 April 12 & 13 April 19 & 20 April 25 & 26 (Wed/Thur) May 3 & 4 May 10 & 11 May 17 & 18 May 24 & 25 May 30 & 31 (Wed/Thu) June 7 & 8 June 14 & 15 June 21 & 22

PR Christian School/Kelly Creek École Cote du Soleil Westview Elementary James Thompson l Henderson Edgehill PR Christian School/Kelly Creek Ecole Cote du Soleil Westview James Thompson Henderson Edgehill

Powell River Brain Injury Society Play safe • Stay safe Have fun & Protect your Brain BOOK THE

Heads-Up Crew FOR YOUR ORGANIZATION.

MORE INFO 604 485-6065 www.braininjurysociety.ca Suite 101, 7020 Duncan Street

CUT BROOM IN BLOOM • Fire hazard • Allergen • Loss of diversity • Spreads rapidly • Crowds native plants

• Invasive species • Forms dense thickets • Slows and prevents forest re-growth

For more info, visit: www.broombusters.org Watch Powell River Fire Rescue Facebook page for updates

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For more info on block parties and available grants: Contact us at 604-485-8902 Email: srahier@powellriver.ca

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What to do with your kids & teens on Summer Vacation

Don’t miss these pool events:

Summer Day camps Mini Day Camps British Soccer Camps page Swim Lessons page Sunset Yoga Drop-In page Bike Park Drop-in Pool Drop-in fitness

July 13 and August 10, 2-3pm Beat the heat, join us for a treat!

Freezie Friday

The Water Wars!

July 25, 2-3pm Get your game face on!

Bring your own super soaker for a great afternoon in the pool

Sports Day

Aug 9, 2-3pm Come take part in some fun water games.

Summer Vacation Summer Day Camps: the details

Mini Camp

Want to have the best Summer ever? With a different theme every week this summer our day camps will leave your child with memories for years to come. The camps will include adventurous outdoor trips, getting wet at the local beaches, crafts, games and much more!.

Anything is possible when we use our imagination! Each camp will feature exciting games, stories & crafts all around the weekly theme!

Age: 6 to 12 years

Location: Rehearsal Room

• Weekly July 3 to August 25 • 9 am to 3 pm each day • Additional care available 8am to 5pm (see below) • Summer Camp sibling discounts are available when you register 2, 3, or more siblings.

Summer Camp - Before & After Camp Care

Ages 3-5

Animal Planet Week 2 Under the Sea Week 3 Treasure Hunters Week 4 Busy Bugs Week 5 Space Adventures Week 6 World Travellers Week 1

Before Care After Care Before & After Care

First Kicks Mini Soccer Half Day Half Day Full Day

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July 23 – 27 July 30-Aug 3 August 13 – 17 August 20-24

Mon to Fri 9 am – 12 pm $85 per week/ $25 per day Location: Poolside room

British Soccer Camp

Daily $8 Daily $8 Daily $15

July 16 – 20

*No camp August 7-10

For parents who require child care beyond the hours of 9 am to 3 pm, we offer Before and After Camp Care. You can drop your child off as early as 8 am with pick-up extending until 5 pm.

Arrange for this service when you register for camp.

Weekly $35 Weekly $35 Weekly $70

July 9 – 13

Age: 3 to 16 years

July 16 to 20 at Larry Gouthro Park. For more details, see Page 28.

11am-Noon 9am-10:30am 9am-Noon 1pm-4pm 9am-4pm

3-4 yrs 4-6 yrs 6-16 yrs 6-16 yrs 8-16 yrs

$125 $140 $190 $190 $272

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Summer Day Camps For children ages 6-12

School’s Out Party!

Week 1 July 3-6

$180

School’s out! Let’s have some fun this week as we let loose. This week is full of fun and exciting games and activities, with a tropical theme! Top it off by ending the week with a beach party!

Survivor

Week 2 July 9-13

$180

Get your dose of Survivor fun with exciting tribes, obstacles courses, shelter building, reward challenges and more! In this fun packed week nobody is sent to tribal council. We’ll all outlast and outplay in survival style!

Amazing Race

Week 3 July 16-20

$180

We’ll team up for a week of Amazing Race style games and activities! Race through scavenger hunts, road blocks, pit stops, obstacle courses and more!

Island Explorer Week 4 July 23-27

$220

This week we will visit local lakes, trails and beaches looking for adventure & treasure. This week will include a to Texada Island to explore the quarries and a Savary Island adventure on Friday!

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Desert Oasis

Week 5 July 29-Aug 3 $180

Join us for days spent at local sandy beaches. We will be having sandcastle contests, group challenges, sand crafts and games on the beach! And what better way to finish your week in the desert than by adding 1 more ‘s’ to make custom dessert!

Summer Olympics Week 6 Aug 7-10

$180

Let’s start off this 4 day week with a Olympic relay and opening ceremonies! From there we’ll have daily competitions with fun camp games & relays! Represent your favorite country and let the games begin! *No camp on August 6 (BC Day)

Beach Wrecked Week 7 Aug 13-17

$200

We’ll try to get to as many beaches as we can! Let’s see if we can make it to Mahood’s, Donkersley, Willingdon, Haywire Bay, and we’ll even make a day trip to savary island!

Endless Summer Sleepover Week 8 Aug 20-24

$225

Dive into the fun all week long with plenty of fun games, scavenger hunts for our last camp of the summer! We will end the week with an awesome overnight sleepover on Thursday night at the complex. *Pickup will be at 11am on Friday.

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Canada Day July 1 at Willingdon Beach Noon to 6 pm

o NEW – This year’s winner will get their name engraved on the Canada Day Fishing Derby Salmon Trophy!

Celebrating Canada’s 151st birthday at Willingdon Beach with a day of family fun, food, entertainment, activities and more!

The 3rd Annual

CANADA DAY

Fishing Derby $40 per Angler.

Top prize of $1,000 for largest salmon.

More cash and prizes will also be awarded for second and third largest salmon, largest bottom fish, youth angler, mystery weight prizes, and more!

Registration, rules, & regulations at the Complex.

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Louise Rivest won last year’s derby with an 18lb 4 ounce salmon and has her name engraved on the trophy. Will yours be next?

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Community Directory SPORTS/RECREATION

Aikido (Robert VanderZalm) aikido.powellriver.com Aquatic Club (Colleen Bomprezzi) 604-485-9858 ATV Club (Mario Gusola) 604-485-2275

(Ted Wrubleski) wrublet@telus.net or 604-483-4430 Badminton Club (Aaron Perry) 604-414-8649 BC Special Olympics – Powell River (Jackie Milson) 604-414-8266 Boxing Club (Les Vegas) 604-485-7095 Canadian Martial Arts Academy (Frank Clayton) 604-485-8255 Curling Club (Roger Pagani) 604-483-9551 Disability Sport Club prdisabilitysportclub@gmail.com

or 604-578-1976 Dragon Boat Paddling for Life (Barb Llyd) 604-485-7333 Dragon Boat Mixed – Zunga Warriors (Richard Scott) 604-414-9470 Golf Club (Myrtle Point Golf Club) 604-487-4653 Gymnastics office@prgymnastics.ca or 604-485-0520 Horseshoe Pitching Club (Jim Hoffman) 604-483-4853 Karate – Adult (Frank Clayton) 604-485-8255 Lawn Bowling Club (Edith Holmes) 604-485-7563 Lang Bay Hall (Rentals - Judy) 604-487-4499 (President – Peter) 604-414-8957 Minor Baseball (Danielle Quinney) 604-223-2679 Minor Hockey (Suzannah Schreurs) fourschreurs@shaw.ca

or 604-489-2216 Otago Rugby Club otagorc@gmail.com or 604-483-3939 Pickle Ball (Vivian Thickett) 604-485-4430

Powell River Outrigger Canoe Society (Michael Matthews)

michaelwrm77@gmail.com Powell River Parks & Wilderness Society (Eagle Walz) 604-483-9565 Powell River Yacht Club www.powellriveryachtclub.ca POW! Town Roller Derby (Nicki Lister) powtownilr@gmail.com

or 604-483-1315 Rod & Gun Club (Warren Miller) 604-485-2545 Skating Club (Nicole Rumley) rumleysk8@shaw.ca or 604-487-0418 Taoist Tai Chi (Ria Curtis) 604-414-0383 Tennis Group (Vivian Thickett) 604-485-4430 Therapeutic Riding Association 604-485-0177 Track & Field Club (Dean Thorsell) 604-414-4912 Trailriders, Horse Club (Bev Dunn) 604-487-9182 Water Polo (Dan Vincent) 604-483-3006 Wednesday & Sunday Hikers (Ann Innes) 604-485-5564

ADULT HOCKEY & SKATING

Kings Office P.R. Ice Cats Women’s Hockey (Traci Abbott) Regals Hockey (Tod English) Rec. Hockey League (Ray Dube)

604-485-7550 604-485-5889 604-483-1338 604-485-8900

SOFTBALL

Mixed Slo Pitch (Ray Dube)

604-485-8900

SOCCER

Villa Club (Jamie Zroback) jamie@landquest.com or 604-483-1605 Youth www.prysa.ca Men’s Soccer (Dean Thorsell) 604-414-4912

Ready to hike?

Gala Opening Concert

Backpacks and hiking gear from Woods.

Featuring the PRISMA Festival Orchestra Thursday, June 14, Evergreen Theatre 7:30 pm

Ready to camp?

Tents for 1 to 10 people.

Get ready at Canada’s Summer Store

PRISMA on the Beach

Willingdon Beach FREE Community Event Saturday, June 16 Concert starts at 6 pm

No kid should be left out.

Need a little financial boost to get a kid involved in a sport, dance, team or other active program? Applications available in-store.

PRISMA 2018 June 11 - 23

4720 Joyce Ave Store: 604 485-4649 Auto Parts & Services Centre: 604 485-4639 Locally owned and operated in Powell River by Michelle Hodgkinson-Kristof

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Full Concert Schedule, Tickets & Details at

prismafestival.com

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MUSIC/DANCE/DRAMA

P O W E LL R I V E R

Community Education and Training Program Check out our NEW Courses!

Fit learning easily into your schedule by choosing from our evening, weekend and day classes.

· Foodsafe Level 1 · Certified Air Brake Course · Small Vessel Operator Proficiency (SVOP - 4 days) · Basic Elements of Bookkeeping Level 1 (already started) · Basic Elements of Bookkeeping Level 2 · Tools to Jump Start into Business · 3D Animation 101 · Ritual and Ceremony in Community (already started) · Leadership Seminar · Culinary Magic - The Spring Series * Celebrate St Paddy’s Day with Artisan Pizza Night!

(Hands-on cooking class) * Celebrate Spring!

(Demonstration cooking class) * Aprons on and Kick-off May Long!

(Hands-on cooking class) · Woodwork Class - Make a Knock-Down Table with Concrete Top for Home · Still Life Photography · Tools and Techniques of Acrylic Painting - Level 2 (already started) · Much Ado about Mushrooms - Intro to the Fungi (already started) · Plant Families and Identification (already started)

Work where you matter! Do you have teaching experience?

Explore the possibility of teaching at VIU – Powell River.

Contact Xochitl Hernandez at xochitl.hernandez@viu.ca.

ElderCollege program

Did you know? Our ElderCollege classes are open to adults of all ages!

· Introduction to iPad (completed) · Getting the Most Out of Your iPad —Part 1 (completed) · Getting the Most Out of Your iPad —Part 2 (already started) · iCloud Demystified · Live Safe, Live Wise · St John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program · Fermenting 101 (completed) · Cooking in an Instant Pot · Chinese Dumplings (Cooking class)

Thank you to all the volunteer instructors who have made VIU ElderCollege a success!

Want to get involved? Please contact Xochitl Hernandez at xochitl.hernandez@viu.ca to sign up to be a volunteer ElderCollege instructor!

Academy Chamber Choir (Walter Martella) 604-485-9633 Academy of Music (Carrie Lanigan) 604-485-9633 Choraliers Senior Choir (Antoinette Knight) 604-485-4353 Chor Musica Men’s Choir (Walter Martella) 604-485-9633 Clansmen Pipe Band (Ian Richmond) contact@clansmenpipeband.org

or 604-344-2200 Community Band (Derk Van Hees) 604-483-2238 Far Off Broadway (Ann Nelson) faroffbroadway@shaw.ca or

604-483-9345 Festival of Performing Arts (Jill Ehgoetz) 604-485-5332 Friends of the Historic Patricia Theatre Society (Ann Nelson)

604-483-9345 or thepatricia@shaw.ca Highland Dancers (Margaret Wrotny) 604-485-4266 Kathaumixw (Walter Martella) 604-485-9633 One Voices Choir (Julia Adam) 604-483-1451 Powell River Arts Council (Ann Nelson) artscouncilpr@gmail.com or

604-483-9345 Powell River Chorus (Janice Gunn) 604-485-3825 PRISMA info@prismafestival.com or 1-855-577-4762 Scottish Country Dance Club (Jack Vlug) 604-485-6801 Sheridan Dance Academy www.SheridanDanceAcademy.ca or

604-485-0023 Stardusters Square Dance Club (Gord Ruedig) 604-487-9565

(Michael Gelber) 604-485-4829 SunCoast Dancers – Round Dance (Paul Clements) 604-483-4984 Sunshine Music Festival www.sunshinemusicfest.com Theatre Now! ( Nicole Narbonne) 604-414-8003

VISUAL ARTS

Malaspina Arts Society artpowellriver.com Malaspina Camera Club (Niels Voss) 604-485-6963

(Steve Grover) algerine@telus.net or 604-485-5333 Powell River Arts Council (Ann Nelson) artscouncilpr@gmail.com

or 604-483-9345 Powell River Film Festival info@prfilmfestival.ca or 604-414-9758 Powell River Fine Arts Association 604-483-3856

COMMUNITY GROUPS: ADULT

Beekeepers’ Club (Wilf Belanger) 604-485-2123 Club Bon Accueil admin@clubbonaccueil.com or 604-483-3966 Duplicate Bridge (Vivian Thickett) 604-485-4430 Eastern Star (Pat Krell) 604-483-2237

(Sharon Cairns) .

604-483-9402 Powell River Forestry Heritage Society (Dave Florence) info@prfhs.org Garden Club (Marcie Mehaffey) 604-487-4239 Historical Museum (Bert Finnamore) www.powellrivermuseum.ca

or 604-485-2222 Italian Club (Ken Culos) 604-485-2392 Italian Hall Rentals (Vince Candela) 604-485-2504 Lang Bay Hall Thursday evenings Crib Club (Rob) 604-578-8465 Malaspina Writers’ Association (Carol Reid) carolsreid@gmail.com Marine Area Business Association (Cathy MacDonald) 604-483-9454 Masonic Lodge Triune #81 1-604-736-8941 Painters, Potters, Quilters, Weavers 604-483-3856 Powell River Genealogy Group (Alice McNair) 604-414-5733 Malaspina Naturalist Club (Lu Wuthrich) 604-483-4587 Seniors’ Branch #49 prseniors49@shaw.ca or 604-414-9456 Sunshine Speakers Toastmaster (Barb Rees) 604-485-2732 Timberlane Quilters’ Guild (Kathleen O’Malley) 604-485-8314

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or info@timberlanequiltersguild.ca Toastmasters: Toast to the Coast (Roger Whittaker) 604-414-6266 Townsite Heritage Society (Linda Nailer) thetownsite@shaw.ca or

604-483-3901 Women in Business (Leah Rourke) www.prwomeninbusiness.com or

604-485-9333

COMMUNITY GROUPS: YOUTH

Amateur Radio Club (Lucy) 604-483-3790 Air Cadets (Kenneth Boyd) 604-483-3234 Scouts Canada (Tina Bevans) 604-483-9634 Girl Guides (Kate Boyd) 604-483-3234 Junior Forest Wardens (Mickey McCracken) 604-487-9482 Sea Cadets (Ken Stewart) 64csea@cadets.gc.ca or 604-483-3511 4H Club (Maureen Venables) 604-485-4534

COMMUNITY SERVICES

Alano Club 604-483-3800 Al-Anon 604-483-9031 Alzheimer Society Resource Centre (Kerri Sutherland) 1-866-984-8348 Brain Injury Society (Debbie Dee) 604-485-6065 Bruce Denniston Bone Marrow Society 1-877-485-8488 Canadian Diabetes Association (Janice Brehaut) 604-485-4139 Cancer Society www.cancer.ca or 1-800-663-2524 Caregiver Support (Kerri Sutherland) 1-866-984-8348 Chamber of Commerce (Kim Miller) .

604-485-4051 Compassionate Friends (Shannon Stevens) 604-483-3108 Conservation Officer 1-877-952-7277 Family Place at Town Centre Mall 604-485-2706 Food Bank 604-485-9166 Foster Parents’ Support (Admin., Ext. 6301) 604-485-3090 Health Care Auxiliary (Economy Shop) 604-485-0110

Heart & Stroke Foundation 1-888-473-4636 Home Support 604-485-3310 Home Care Nursing 604-485-3310 Hospice Palliative Care .

604-485-3310 Hospital Foundation (local 4349) 604-485-3211 Kelly Creek Community Services (Program Office) 604-487-9022 Kiwanis Lifeline prkiwanislifeline@shaw.ca or 604-485-0499 Kiwanis Club of Powell River 604-578-8465 Lions Club (Dean Gerhart) 604-485-9288 Model Community Project (David Morris) 604-485-2688 Multiple Sclerosis (Lina Vallee 604-485-4573 or 604-223-1224 Orca Bus 604-485-2132 Parkinson’s Support Group (David Fisher) 604-483-3087

(Bob Meikle) 604-487-4122 Post-Polio Awareness & Support Society of BC 1-250-655-8849 or Joyce Green 604-483-8974 Powell River Botanic Garden Society (Diana Wood) 604-485-2860 Powell River Community Foundation 604-483-8678

or info@prcommunityfoundation.com Public Health 604-485-3310 Rotary Club of Powell River: (Scott Randolph) 604-485-8653

or prrotarypres@gmail.com Rotary Club of Powell River: Sunrise (Helen Debruyckere) 604-485-4071 Success by Six 604-485-2132 Schizophrenia Society (Barbara Dawe) 604-483-3355 SPCA 604-485-9252 Stroke Recovery (Sandy Graham) 604-489-0024

(Barbara Langdale) 604-485-5950 Terry Fox Run 604-485-9238 or info@terryfoxrun.org United Way of PR 604-485-2132 Volunteer Powell River 604-485-2132

Powell River Academy of Music MUSIC • DANCE • THEATRE • VISUAL ARTS

Private lessons    

Violin Piano Voice Organ

 Flute & Saxophone  Brass  Guitar  Drums

Choirs for all Ages Preschool Music Dance

 Ballet  Tap  Jazz

Drama Visual Arts Yoga

2017  2018 Continues with...

Mimosa Jazz

Friday, April 20

Spring Sing

Tuesday, May 22

Check online for details and tickets

Join us July 3 – 7, 2018 for

lnternational Choral Kathaumixw 7280 Kemano St • 604 485 9633 • Monday – Thursday • 9:30 am – 4:30 pm

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Facility Rentals We’ve got space for your event!

Parks & Playing Fields Our City has many parks and playing fields available for use from community recreation to organized sport and competitions.

Willingdon Beach Park features: Stage Pavilion – 30 amp service Water Park All purpose field Loggers Memorial Bowl Historical museums Campground – 81 sites Seasonal concession

Other parks: Larry Gouthro Park DA Evans Park Sunset Park Lindsay Park Henderson Park Grief Point Park Wharf at Westview Spirit Square Cranberry School Playing Field JP Dallos Field Timberlane Track

How to Book To book a facility, or for more information on rental rates and availability, please call 604-485-8909 to speak with our Facility Booking Clerk.

Remember to book early to secure the space for your next event as City facilities are rented quickly.

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Evergreen Theatre Consider the Evergreen Theatre, with either a 260-seat compact set up, or 720-seat full theatre extension consisting of stage theatre, lighting, excellent acoustics, dressing and rehearsal rooms. The Theatre is wellsuited for musical performances and theatre productions, as well as conventions, seminars and film presentations.

The Evergreen Theatre includes: Compact theatre - 260 seat capacity Extended theatre - 720 seat capacity Performance stage & curtain Computerized lighting system Rehearsal rooms Film screen

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Arena & Rink Ice

Arena & Rink Ice 2 full sized NHL playing surfaces Grandstand seating up to 1200 Over 17,000sq ft space for conventions, tradeshows, concerts and banquets Easy load in/load out access

Aquatic Centre 25 metre pool Leisure pool Swirl pool & sauna

Meeting Rooms The Recreation Complex has a variety of meeting rooms with various seating capacities, large screen TVs for computer access, projector screens, tables and chairs.

Meeting all day? Why not book our commercial-sized kitchen at a discount and have your meeting catered by your volunteers or caterer of choice?

The Complex’s meeting rooms include Arbutus Room - 250 seat capacity Cedar Room - 120 seat capacity (Combined rooms for 370 seat capacity) Elm Room - 50 seat capacity Poplar Room - 30 seat capacity Maple Room - 15 seat capacity Poolside Room - 30 seat capacity Rehearsal Room - 50 seat capacity TV & projector screens Tables and chairs Kitchen with commercial 10-burner gas stove Electric convection oven Commercial refrigerator & dishwasher Coffee urns, warming tables

Dwight Hall

Dwight Hall features: Grand Ballroom: 400 seat capacity Supper Room : 100 seat capacity Commercial refrigerator & two ovens Performance stage Portable stage & bar Microphone & podium Projector screen Tables and chairs

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Consider the Historic Dwight Hall filled with charm and elegance for your next function. With a capacity for 400 guests, the Hall is a superb location for your wedding, fundraiser, ceremony or special concert, and can be used for larger town meetings or seminars.

Originally constructed in 1927 by the Powell River Lumber Company, the Hall has a grand ballroom with dance floor, a Supper Room, a large kitchen and performance stage. Plan your special event today and leave the set up to us!

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Join us on the Bus & meet new parents!

Play based learning, stories, puppets, play-dough, and songs!

Success By 6 Powell River and the Early Years Planning Table would like to wish you all a happy 2018!

Success By 6 Powell River is on Facebook! Check out our site for current ORCA schedules, daily events, free drop-ins, and more!

Thank You Powell River for all these years of community support. Our initiative and our programs rely on local donations and would not be possible without this support!

School District 47 StrongStart Schedule Free Drop-In for ages 0-5 Family Day, February 12th is the grand launch of Westiew Elementary:Tuesday/Wed/Friday FAMILYFRIENDLYPOWELLRIVER.CA From 9:00-12:00 Featuring an all-new interactive event calendar, easily Edgehill School: Monday, Tuesday/Thurs linking you to family friendly programming and events in From 9:00-12:00 Powell River!

Henderson School: Monday/Tues/Thurs/Friday The updated directory can link you to local services, From 8:45-11:45 & Wednesdays @ 11:45-2:45 organizations, and family friendly clubs and businesses.

Kelly Creek School: Monday/Tues/Wed/Friday The Community Literacy Outreach programs haveFrom moved to a & Thursday@ 11:30-2:30 8:30-11:30

NEW Website!!!

We have moved!

For info on Ages 0-6 resources and parenting services Email: coordinator@successby6powellriver.ca or call: (604) 485-2132 new home nestled into the fabulous new Powell River Public Library. The Elsie Paul Literacy Centre is located in the heart of the library and welcomes people to drop by for a visit. Sign up to be a volunteer tutor for math, reading, writing, ESL and computers or to brush up your skills by working with one of our volunteer tutors.

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The Dr. Elsie Paul Literacy Centre is located in the heart of Next tutorpeople trainingtodates the library and welcomes dropare: by for a visit.

Oct 21, 28 and Nov 4 @ 9-12:30 in the new library Sign up to be a volunteer tutor for math, reading, writing, ESL and computers Instructor: or to brushAnna up your Byrneskills by working with one of our volunteer tutors.

Sign up for the HIVE email listing of local cultural events 604-485-4796 and get involved with literacy initiatives in the community.

www.powellriverliteracy.ca

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volunteer

TUTOR

Contact us to apply: 604-485-4796

powellriverliteracy.ca

Thank you and congratulations to all the amazing tutors and learners in our community this year!

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SENIOR CITIZENS ASSOCIATION OF BC

BRANCH NO. 49 • POWELL RIVER

6792 Cranberry Street • 604 414-9456 www.powellriverseniors.ca • prseniors49@shaw.ca These are our classes & clubs plus activities at the Cranberry Senior Centre

CLASSES

Bridge • Call the Centre if interested in Bridge lessons.

Soup & Sandwich and General Meetings Held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at Noon, January to June, September to December, with speakers at Barowsky Hall, Cranberry Seniors Centre

Dinners

Once a month September through May

SENIORS IN TRAINING

Tai Chi • Tues • 3:15 – 5 pm Aquacise • 1:15 – 2 pm Mon, Wed, Fri at the Recreation Complex Seniors Training Circuit • Mon 1 – 3 pm, Wed 10 – noon (members only)

ACTIVITIES

Cards/Crib Carpet Bowling Choir Bridge Computer/iPad Assistance Crafts & Sewing Quilting

Mon • 7 – 9 pm Mon, Wed & Fri • 1 – 3 pm Tues • 10:30 – Noon Wed • 10 – Noon and Fri • 1 – 4 pm Wed • 10 – Noon Thur • 9:30 – Noon Thur • 9:30 am – 3 pm

Fitness classes for seniors are available daily at the Recreation Complex. See the Health & Fitness Section starting on Page 23.

Summer BBQs June to Sept

All activities and classes take place at the Cranberry Seniors' Centre except for Aquacise and Fitness Classes which are at the Recreation Complex.

For more information, call the Center at 604-414-9456

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Active Living Guide Spring/Summer 2018

Get to know - and fight - invasives

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nvasive species are a threat to people, property and local ecology, so City of Powell River residents are urged to become familiar with the most threatening species.

The most concerning of the invasive species in Powell River are Knotweed, Giant Hogweed and Butterfly Bush.

Knotweed is a highly invasive plant that can damage infrastructure, ecological systems, salmon habitat and other important resources.

Knotweed is a significant problem to infrastructure, being able to grow underneath the footings of a house and disrupt the foundation.

Knotweed can result in difficulties with property insurance or ultimately, problems with housing sales. The only treatment to eradicate Knotweed is to spray a systemic herbicide on it.

Hogweed can have impacts to human health. It is photo toxic and extremely damaging to skin, creating unsightly lesions and burns that can reoccur over time.

Butterfly Bush

Butterfly Bush has been added to the list because it could become the next Scotch Broom. If the spread of Butterfly Bush can be caught early enough, the hope is that it won’t be as pervasive as Broom is in the Powell River region. While it is considered a perennial shrub and can still be purchased in many stores, its name suggests that it will attract butterflies with its beautiful flowers, and song birds for the seeds, both of which are true. The trouble is that with 100,000 seeds on an adult plant, the Butterfly Bush is actually pushing out Active Living Guide Spring/Summer 2018

native species that butterflies rely on, damaging both the ecosystem and butterfly habitat.

Treatments for invasive species can require some specific measures. While some people advocate sending out excavators to rip up concentrations of invasive species, sometimes such treatments can make the problem of spreading even more significant.

For example, the best way of dealing with Broom is to cut it at ground level and to not disturb the ground, which may contain seedlings that will grow if exposed. People trying to control Scotch Broom should “cut their Broom in bloom.”

It is suggested that people remove Broom in bloom because that’s the best time to cut the plants with the least opportunity of causing the Broom to regrow. The bloom window is end of April, through May and the beginning of June, after which the seed heads ripen. Many communities on the Vancouver Island have taken

Giant Hogweed

up the fight. For more information, please go to: BroomBusters.org For the vast majority of invasive species, chemical treatments are not necessary. Simply cutting the plants down and properly disposing of them can significantly assist in controlling the problem. The Powell River Regional District is purchasing a burner so that invasive species can be incinerated.

The community has also come to tolerate some invasive species, such as blackberries, that have

formed a significant social role in the community, such as the creation of the Blackberry festival. People also consume the berries in desserts and wines.

Invasive plant management in Powell River is an ongoing initiative. It is not possible to eradicate all invasive species, but the goal is to control them before they have a chance to spread.

While there is provincial legislation, the Weed Control Act, which governs invasive species in British Columbia, enforcement is a difficulty. Work is underway on the creation of a City of Powell River bylaw that would address issues surrounding invasive plants.

A persistent problem in Powell River is people taking invasive species from their properties, cutting them down, loading them in wheelbarrows or trucks, and dumping them in the woods or on vacant lots. Patches of Knotweed and other invasives have been found in remote locations and

Knotweed

the only way they would have arrived is through illegal dumping. People often say that “it’s just organics,” but these “organics” have the potential to spread and do great harm.

To stop the spread, it’s important for people to be able to identify invasive species, and ultimately, to treat them or remove them responsibly from their properties for proper disposal.

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