Welcome to the Hornby Recreation Summer Brochure 2025
Hornby Recreation is a committee of Hornby Island Residents’and Ratepayers’ Association that networks with all the many physical activityoriented groups on the island. We offer a wide range of summer programming for youth as well as fun community day events/activities. Our mandate is to assist & provide recreation programs for all ages and to promote a healthy way of being, in which physical activity is a valued and integrated way of everyday life.
REGISTRATION & CANCELLATION POLICIES
Registration Policy:
Payment is to be made at the time of Registration to complete Registration and ensure a spot in that class/program. Payment options are CASH, CHEQUE, E-TRANSFERS. Cheques are made out to “HIRRA-Recreation”. E-Transfers are emailed to recreation@hirra.ca
Please contact our Recreation Coordinator to make payment arrangements if needed. Email: recreation@hirra.ca
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellation with more than 14 day's notice, you will receive a full refund, minus a 10% administrative fee. Cancellation within 14 days you will receive 50% refund, Cancellation within 7 days you will receive NO refund.
Thank you for your co-operation -The Recreation Committee.
Knot and rope making workshop
Frank Doss is offering a day of simple rope making and knot tying for youth and adults.
Instructor: Frank Doss is our longest returninginstructorfor summer programs here on Hornby Island where he shares with us his wealth of knowledge with our community's youth in his Nature Camp and Ninja Camps. We are thrilledto be able to tap into some of Frank’s incredible knowledge around outdoor wilderness survival and more. Making rope and know different knots are key essentialsto survival skills and outdoor life. SE MO
Date: July 7. Mon.
Ages: adults and youth ages 10+
Location: TBA
Time: 11am-1pm
Cost: $20
Notes: please bring a water bottle and a snack. This workshop may run overtime if we are deep in our rope making or knot tying skills.
NINJA CAMP
We are excited to share that Frankis offering his Ninja Camp and Nature Camps again thisyear. These camps are fun, explorative, creative and highlyattended!
Ninja Camp is a place to explore ancient Togakure Ninja trainingwith practice in stealth skills, nighttraining,jumping, climbingand More! This Camp is a perfect blend of learning and honoringthe outdoors and ancient training,done in a safe and supportive manner.This camp is full of fun!
Instructor: Frank Doss is our longest returninginstructorfor summer programs here on Hornby Island where he shares with us his wealth of knowledge in martialarts, survivalist skills and he is an all-around nature enthusiast. He has been practicing Ninjutsu for 33 years and has taught ancestral and nature skills for the last 22+ years. He bringsgreat knowledge and a gentlecamp atmosphere.
SE MO
Date: July 1-4 Tues.-Fri.
Ages: 7-12
Location: TBA
Time: 10am-3pm
Cost: $185
Notes: Please ensure that your child has enough food and drink for the day and is dressed appropriately for the weather with hat, sunscreen, etc. The location will be emailed out closer to the start date.
NATURE CAMP
Thiscampisallaboutexploringnatureandfeelingmoreat homeintheoutdoorsbypracticingtheartsoftracking, communicatingwithanimals,movingsilently,identifyingedible medicinalplants,basket,whistle,fluteandjewelrymaking& more!
Natureexplorersusewandering,roleplay,games &storiesto teachaboutnaturebyinspiringcuriosity.
Instructor: Frank Doss has been our Nature Camp and Ninja Camp instructor for the last 11+ years. He is a nature enthusiast since childhood and is the co-founder and instructorat the Wisdom of the Earth Survival School Salt Spring Island. Frank has taught ancestral skills and wood craft for 20+ years and is excited to share his knowledge and love of nature on Hornby Island.
Date: July 8-11 Tues.-Fri.
Ages: 7-12
Location: TBA
Time: 10am-3pm
Cost: $185
Notes: Please ensure that your child has enough food and drink for the day and is dressed appropriately for the weather with hat, sunscreen, etc. The location will be emailed out closer to the start date.
Cosmetic making and exploring Workshops
Come out and learn how to make your own lip balms, creams, lotions and bath products with natural ingredients with Michelle Simon. There are 4 different workshops being offered so you can choose what suits your interests best.
Instructor information: In 2008, Michelle Simon's mother had an inspiration for a commercial hair mask made of vegetables. Michelle and her mom attempted several failed batches which all smelled like compost and was absolutely nothing like the store-bought product they were trying to recreate. Michelle did more research about formulating a cream product and was delighted to find a private cream and lotion making class taught by a certified herbalist.
This one class changed Michelle’s life in a way that later became revolutionary. Now armed with skills, Michelle sought to recreate the commercial creams and lotions she had been using daily. She was met with shock and anger when she learned of all the harmful chemicals she had been ignorantly using on her skin and hair her whole life. She began to formulate creams comparable to store bought, without the chemicals. She gave samples away to friends and family and orders came in afterward. A visit to the commercial bath bomb store fueled Michelle with formulation inspiration to recreate bath products as well to enjoy without all the artificial fragrance or colors. Lately, Michelle has furthered her knowledge with the completion of Advanced Natural Skin Care Formulation course from Pacific Rim College and currently sells her line of natural skin care line Feelingoods at the Hornby farmer's market. Michelle and her mother never did make a commercial hair mask product to sell, but the idea was the catalyst for the cosmetic formulating knowledge Michelle has acquired and is thrilled to share today.
All workshop details are on the next page
Lip Service!
Learn and create your own lip balm with all natural products and essential oils.
Date: July 21. Mon.
Time: 10am-12:30pm
Ages: 6+
Cost: $75
Lotion and Cream Making!
Learn and create your own lotions/creams with all natural products and essential oils.
Date: July 21. Mon.
Time: 1:30-4pm
Ages: 8+
Cost: $75
Bath Arts!
Build your own bath bombs, bath salts and bubble bars.
Date: July 28. Mon.
Time: 10am-12:30pm
Ages: 5+
Cost $75
Soap Play shop!
Learn how to make your own soaps to keep yourself squeaky clean.
Date: July 28. Mon.
Time: 1:30-4pm
Ages: 6+
Cost: $75
Please Note: Location for these workshops will go out via email closer to the date. Costs include materials and each participant will go home with there own products that they create.
Artistic Movement
Here ye! Here ye! Step right up and join us for this fun explorative show stopping creative explosion with Artistic Movement Camp!!!
Facilitator's Cathy Coates and RootZ share 21+ years leading camps across Canada; togetherthey will encourage talents, skills and smiles into a show-stopping spectacle for family and friends presented on Friday afternoon 1pm. Create your own routine to practice and perform or take part by supporting others.
Explore a plethora of mediums: gymnastics,juggling,mask costumes, physical theatre, storytelling,and clown along the way.
If you have a sketchbook, please feel free to bringit and share your art and ideas. We will take time to get artsy-crafty every afternoon.
Children of all experience levels and interests are invited to shineand support in thisfun-filled week!
Bringa nutritioussnack/ lunchand somethingto drink!
Date: July 14-18 Mon.-Fri.
Ages: 7-12
Location: School Gymnasium
Time: 10am-3pm
Cost: $215
Your Child will need:
· Comfortable clothing to move around in
· Snack/lunch
· Water bottle
· Sketch book (optional)
DANCE WITH PANTUSO DANCE STUDIO
DATE CHANGE!
Join Christy Kooman and her team of young dancers from Pantuso Dance for a fun-filled dance camp. We are offering 3 camps this year, Parent and Tot Camp, TwirlingTigers camp and an Expressive Fun Dance Camp over the course of 2 days. These classes/camps are all inclusiveand no experience is necessary. Watch for adult classes too! Info on the adult classes is on our website. www.hornbyrecreation.ca.
Parent & tot
Dance class infused with fun and exploration to be enjoyed with your little one using music, props and games.
Dates: July 5-6 Sat.-Sun.
Ages: 0-3 with parent
Time 9:30-10:15am
Location: TBA
Cost: $25
Twirling Tigers
Come Discover the little dancer within. A creative approach to expression and interpretation through dance.
Dates: July 5-6 Sat.-Sun.
Ages: 4-6
Time: 9:30-10:15am
Location: TBA
Cost: $40
MORE DANCE WITH PANTUSO DANCE STUDIO
DATE CHANGE!
Expressive Fun Dance Camp.
Join us for this fun, exhilarating 2-day dance camp with a team of young Pantuso Dance instructors. This camp will be filled with rhythmic expressive dance that will touch on styles of hip-hop, improvisational exercises, ballet and Jazz. These young adult instructors have been returning year after year thanks to Christy Kooman, an incredible dancer and dance instructor who grew up here on Hornby Island. They are dedicated to the art of dance and create a welcoming supportive environment for all children/youth to learn and express themselves through dance. No experience necessary. The camp will operate in 2 locations with a good break for lunch. The instructors will walk the groups to and from the 2 locations.
There is opportunity for a small dance show at the end of camp for the participants to share their dance, and an amazing opportunity to see the instructors share their skills and art form with dance. More details on the show will come out at the dance camp.
Dates: July 5-6 Sat.-Sun.
Ages: 6-9
Ages: 10+
(they will be split into 2 age groups)
Time: 11am-2pm
Location: School Gymnasium
Cost: $105
7 STORY CIRCUS
Join 7 Story Circus!
Discover the magical world of circus arts. Juggle:scarves, balls, rings & clubs. Spin: staff, poi, diablo, flower-sticks & plates. Balance: stilts, rola-bola, & partner acrobatics. Play: Improvisation & performance games. Be inspired & amazed by your own abilities!
Instructor: Kaya Kehl, of 7 Story Circus, has been teaching circus arts for 18 years, trainingacrobats, jugglers & clowns. She has certification as a BC GymnasticsNCCP instructor and as an ACRiX circus instructor. She has experience as a professional aerial artist and a circus events producer. She has a love for all thingscircus!
SE MO
Date: July 28-31 Mon.-Thurs.
Location: school gymnasium
Cost: $215
Morning Group
Ages 6-9
Time: 10am-12pm
Your Child will need:
Afternoon Group
Ages: 9-12
Time: 12:30-2:30pm
· Comfortable clothing to move around in
· Snack/lunch
· Water bottle
Swim Safe Ocean Adventure Camp
We are so excited that Jess is back with this awesome fun swim camp! Jess is passionate about swimming, the ocean and running youth programs so we are stoked she is coming back to Hornby this summer! This camp will include paddleboarding, swim stroke improvement, snorkeling, basic lifesaving ocean rescue and other ocean safety skills including CPR and rip current education. This will be an ocean adventure camp that will combine playfulness with safety and a lot of FUN!
About the Instructor:
Jessica Hicks is a certified Life Saving Society Swim Instructor and a Certified Red Cross Youth Leader. Jess teaches swimming lessons twice a week in Ucluelet B.C to hundreds of children and teaches a swim camp on Denman Island. Jess offers the Stay Safe and Babysitters Course in various communities across Vancouver Island. In her free time, she trains in stand-up paddle board ocean surfing and competes on a National Level. She also coaches U13 soccer and plays soccer on Denman Island. Jess loves everything to do with the ocean including surfing, swimming and snorkeling. She has 3 beautiful daughters who share her love of the ocean.
Mask, snorkel and a wetsuit are encouraged but not mandatory.
Dates: Aug. 19-22 Tues.-Fri.
Location: Big Tribune Beach access from Shields road.
Ages 6-8
Time: 10-11:30am
Ages 9-13
Time 12:30-2:30pm
Cost: $175
Your Child will need:
Appropriate swim wear, towel, dry sweatshirt, water bottle, snacks.
Mask, snorkel, wetsuit. If you do not have these, please let us know so we can help source them for you, rental fee’s may apply
Hornby Island Sailing Program 2025
We are back in action with Coach Jessie Preston offering 3 amazing weeks of sailing. In this Sailing Camp the sailors will learn the basics of sailing in a unique environment focusing on fun and boating safety. Launching, docking, steering, balancing, and propulsion are just some of the activities covered both on and off the water. Participants must be comfortable on the water with a PFD.
About the Coach:
Introducing Jessie, a seasoned sailor with a passion that set sail at the age of 11. With ten years of experience as an instructor, Jessie holds a range of certifications, including Can Sail one to five instructing, PCOC, water sport safety, first aid, and CPR. Their dedication to sailing and commitment to safety make them a trusted leader on the water. A seasoned sailor whose love for the sea extends beyond the horizon. With a knack for teaching, Jessie finds joy in guiding children and adults alike to embrace the beauty of sailing and connect with the water on a profound level.
More info on the next page.
Your child needs:
A PFD (Personal Flotation Device). If you need one please contact us. Lunch & Snacks
Water bottle, Towel
Appropriate clothing for the weather, temps are cooler on the water Hat, Sunscreen, Extra set of clothes
Closed toed foot wear, (old runners or aquasocks. Shoes should not fall off when child goes swimming)
Hornby Island Sailing Program 2025
Continued information about sailing with Coach Jessie Preston. See previous page for program description and information about the coach and the program.
MAKE SURE YOU SAY WHAT WEEK YOU WANT TO REGISTER FOR.
We are offering 3 x 1-week programs for ages 7-12 where they can learn how to sail an Optimist dinghy, often called an Opti. These boats are small dinghy's designed for young people and are known for their simplicity, stability and ease of use, making it a popular choice for beginners and youth sailing programs worldwide. If your child is older than 12, please contact us and we can see if there is availability to offer a week for older kids.
Week # 1 August 4-8 Opti’s Ages 7-12
Week # 2 August 11-15 Opti’s Ages 7-12
Week # 3 August 18-22 Opti’s Ages 7-12
Location: Fords Cove Marina
Time: 9:30am-3:30pm
Cost: $445
Your child needs:
A PFD (Personal Flotation Device). If you need one please contact us. Lunch & Snacks
Water bottle, Towel
Appropriate clothing for the weather, temps are cooler on the water Hat, Sunscreen, Extra set of clothes
Closed toed foot wear, (old runners or aqua socks. Shoes should not fall off when child goes swimming)
Jewelry Making Workshops
About the instructor:
Michelle Simon’s journey into jewelry making began in 2001, when she was hired to work at a fashion jewelry manufacturing company in Montreal. On the job, she learned all the skills to construct expertly made jewelry pieces which had to be cranked out by the hundreds. A few years later, she gained a much more refined jewelry production experience working for a belt and accessories manufacturer in Toronto. This company created private label pieces for Prada, Gucci and many other high end fashion brands. All the while, Michelle envisioned a jewelry line of her own. She began designing and selling a line featuring fine beadwork, repurposed vintage beads, and recycled materials. For a few years Michelle sold her jewelry lines to boutiques, and at artisan markets. In 2006 the fashion jewelry market in Canada changed dramatically as huge inflows of similar jewelry began to fill dollar stores and variety stores everywhere. At that time, fashion jewelry ended as a business pursuit but remained a passionate hobby. With over 20 years of jewelry making experience, Michelle is excited to now share her skills and experience with others.
Workshop details are on the next page
Jewelry Making Workshops
Jewelry 101 (3-day workshop)
Make and create your own jewelry including beadwork, clasp making and wire work.
Dates: Aug. 4-6 Mon.-Wed.
Location: TBA
Ages: 8+
Time: 10am-12:30pm
Cost: $175
Eco Jewelry (2-day workshop)
Create your own unique jewelry out of found and natural materials.
Dates: Aug. 7-8 Thurs.-Fri.
Location: TBA
Ages: 8+
Time: 10am-12:30pm
Cost: $115
Please Note: Location for these workshops will go out via email closer to the date. Costs include materials and each participant will go home with there own products that they create.
THEATRE
We are still in the works planning some fun Theatre workshops through the summer. Please contact us if Theatre is of interest to you and your child. Stay tuned for more info!
Contact us now to be added to the email list so you receive information for Theatre and Golf when it comes out!
Golf
We would like to offer youth golf sessions and are working out details for dates, etc. Please contact us if this is something that interests you.
