Ladysmith 2015 Fall Activity Guide

FALL

2015

ACTIVITY GUIDE

Guide Current from Sep 8 to Dec 18

Ladysmith Parks, Recreation & Culture | Box 220 - 810 Sixth Avenue | Ladysmith For more information: www.ladysmith.ca | p 250.245.6424 | prc@ladysmith.ca Reception Office Mon-Fri 8:00am-9:00pm Sat 8:45am-7:00pm Sun

2:00pm-7:00pm Fitness Centre Mon-Fri 6:00am-9:00pm Sat-Sun 8:00am-6:00pm

Aquatic Centre* Mon, Wed 6:00am-9:30pm Tue, Thu 8:30am-8:00pm Fri 6:00am-9:00pm Sat 9:00am-7:30pm Sun 3:00pm-7:30pm *See page 10 for schedule details

Annual Maintenance: Aug 15-Sep 7 Pool Closed & reduced hours in Reception Office & Fitness Centre (check website or call for details) Closed at 5pm: Oct 31, Nov 26, Dec 24, Dec 31 Closed: Sep 7, Dec 25, 26, Jan 1 Reduced Hours: Oct 12, Nov 11, 11:30-3:30pm

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Early Years Programs Hikes with Tykes

Start a hiking tradition on the right foot! Guided nature walks led by an experienced family hiker raise awareness, curiosity, & love of nature…discover hidden gems & diverse life along the trails, & gain confidence to explore even more trails with your children! Get meeting locations & parking directions when you register. $7/family (one hike) OR $20/family (four hikes) Estuary Trail - Trail Etiquette & Safety Estuaries are beautiful, thriving ecosystems, & great places to explore nature.

This entertaining walk includes birds, tall maples, & beachcombing. Kids will learn about changing seasons estuary habitats, & get comfortable outdoors.

With plenty of time for exploring the shores during low tide, rubber boots are highly recommended.

Thu Sep 24 9:00-10:30am Marine Trail - Keeping Kids Fuelled & Moving Have fun discovering treasures from Ladysmith’s logging, coal & maritime past along the mixed coastal forest trail & shoreline. The trail starts at Transfer Beach & pass the Community Marina following an old abandoned railway path to the Government Wharf. Kids will develop balance, strength & endurance walking this trail.

Wed Oct 14 9:00-10:30am Lower Holland Creek Trail - Wildlife Awareness & Observation A canopy of maple, alder & evergreens that will seem like a jungle to kids!

Connecting with nature is a great way to develop self-awareness…various trails, bridges, landscapes, & forest life will delight kids. There will be an opportunity for hands on learning about salmon fry & water striders.

Thu Nov 12 9:00-10:30am Rotary Lookout - What to Pack, Trail Preparedness Make the Rotary Lookout a family adventure on this short 1.2km trail - a satisfying challenge! Kids will be encouraged & will develop selfconfidence knowing they made it to the picnic table, rewarded by the scenic views of Ladysmith & the harbour, & a well-deserved treat.

Wed Nov 25 9:00-10:30am

Welcome new Taekwondo Instructor Moyasser Elsayed!

Dedicated to creating a safe learning environment, differentiated to meet everyone’s needs, Moy brings his love of physical activity to Ladysmith children through Outreach Martial Arts. Although versed in a variety of Martial Arts, Moy’s specialty is Taekwondo, & he was a member of the Egyptian National Taekwondo Team 1989-1996; his background in fitness, self-defense, sports, coaching, & business, make him a welcome addition to the team!

Taekwondo for Tykes (4-6yrs)

A beginner’s level taekwondo including kicks, punches, stances, movements, discipline & etiquette. The course also covers some basic stretching excercises, self defense moves & gymnastics for a well-rounded program designed just for tykes!

Outreach Martial Arts Wed Oct 7-Dec 2 6:00-630pm $65/ 8 sessions

Soccer Tots (3-4yrs)

An active, fun-filled class for tots on the move! Children will develop motor skills in a lively atmosphere of friendship & cooperation - come on, the ball is waiting!

Forrest Field Thu Sep 24-Nov 12 3:00-3:45pm $69/8 sessions

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Early Years Programs Childminding (6mos–5yrs)

Participate in group fitness or work out onsite in the community centre while your children are having fun in a safe, supervised environment featuring child-sized washrooms & age-appropriate activities: • Mon/Wed/Fri • 9:00-10:30 am • $4/child /$3 sibling • 1st come 1st served • Register (sep) $40, (oct, nov, dec) $48 (max 8 at one time) Welcome Cassandra Taylor, the new Childminder. Born and raised in Chemainus, Cassandra has called Ladysmith home for 6 years now, appreciating this tight knit, familyoriented community. A licensed Early Childhood Education Assistant through Northern Lights College, she is also the mother of two wonderful girls who attend Ladysmith Primary School. Her passion is working with kids, helping them grow and learn through play, making this role a perfect fit. With crafts and circle time, stories and songs, Cassandra stimulates children’s imagination and friendships. She looks forward to meeting you and your children in the near feature!

Rhythm Dance Pre-school Ballet / Pre-primary Ballet (3-5yrs)

Classes for pre-school and kindergarten ages develop a broad range of dance and movement skills. Little dancers will learn about music and body awareness, play using creative imagination, and dance, focusing on movement, flexibility, posture, and poise, leading naturally into the further study of ballet and other forms of dance!

Rhythm Dance Studio Wed Sep 16-Nov 4 Pre-school Ballet 3 & 4 yrs 2:45 – 3:30 pm Pre-primary Ballet 5 yrs 3:30 – 4:15 pm $123.18/8 sessions

Family Fun Fitness (3-13yrs+parent/caregiver)

Engaging in physical activity as a family can be a fun way to get everyone moving! Together parents/caregivers & children participate in developing & learning new movement skills. After a fun interactive warm-up, families will focus on a different sport & activity - each week learning fun drills & games.

Come get a workout with the family!

Community Centre Sun Oct 18-Dec 13 11:00am-12:00pm $48/8 sessions $8/drop in if space available

LaFF Family Resource Program (families & caregivers with children newborn to age 6)

Meet other parents, health and social service providers; cosponsored by the Town of Ladysmith with generous support from the Province of BC, United Way Central & Northern Vancouver Island, and Children’s Health Foundation of Vancouver Island. ($2 suggested donation per family for each activity)

LaFF Mornings at Aggie Hall

Staff and participants create play-based learning stations to explore and enjoy, including a reading centre, craft area, Brio train table, snack table, and more!

Bring food to share, wash your hands, and make a healthy snack together while making new friends.

Sept-June Mon-Fri 9:30-12:00pm Family Frolics at the Community Centre Open drop-in family fun right after work to burn off some energy and get ready for bed!

Tues Oct-Apr 5:45-6:45

LaFFternoons at Aggie Hall

A stepping stone to the morning program on a smaller, quieter scale. Thurs Sept-June 12:15-1:45

LaFF Outside at Kinsmen Park Brown Drive Most SD68 Pro D days

Volunteer and Connect… LaFF’s continued success relies on the commitment of volunteers – you! For program and schedule updates, check the LaFF website or contact them directly. www.familyandfriends.ca Phone: (250- 210-0870 Email: execdirector@familyandfriends.ca Mail: Box 1830 Ladysmith BC V9G 1B4 Or: visit Aggie Hall, 1110 First Ave

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Children Programs Monkey Business Gymnastics

This mobile recreational gymnastics & tumbling based program provides fun, educational & motivational activities & experiences for kids of all ages Aggie Hall Parent & Tot Gymnastics (walking-2.5yrs) This active age is as busy for parents as it is exciting for children! Group games & activities introducing concepts of under/over, stop/go, fast/slow, high/ low! Adult participation required.

Mon Sep 21-Nov 30 5:45-6:30pm $137.50/10 sessions Tiny Tots Gymnastics (3-4yrs) Fun & fast moving to keep the attention, guaranteed to teach fun & physical safety skills while in the gym, at home, or on the playground! A great way to introduce a structured environment & develop listening skills.

Mon Sep 21-Nov 30 4:45-5:30pm $137.50/10 sessions Junior Gymnastics (5-7yrs) Fundamental movement patterns will teach balance, coordination, strength & flexibility through games & activities guaranteed to burn off after school energy!

Mon Sep 21-Nov 30 3:30-4:30pm $150/8 sessions Senior Gymnastics (8yrs+) Develop the physical attributes necessary for successful participation in many sports. Develop strength, flexibility, power & endurance through tumbling & trampoline skills.

Mon Sep 21-Nov 30 6:30-8:00pm $168.80/10 sessions

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iRide (7-11yrs)

Engage in a positive cycling experience building skills in safe, fun learning environment providing a pathway from playground to next level & a lifelong love of cycling. Skills will be taught through games & drills by a certified NCCP coach. Helmet & bike with recent check by a bike shop required.

Community Centre Mon Oct 26-Nov 16 4:00-5:00pm $20/4 sessions

Soccerama (5-7yrs)

Featuring mega-fun in an encouraging environment so you can learn new skills or brush up on your game!

Classes include warm-ups, personal ball skills, technical drills & games.

Forrest Field Thu Sep 24-Nov 12 3:45-4:30pm $69/8 sessions

Taekwondo for Kids (7-8yrs)

A beginner’s level taekwondo including kicks, punches, stances, movements, discipline & etiquette. The course also covers some basic stretching excercises, self defense moves & gymnastics for a well-rounded program designed just for kids!

Outreach Martial Arts Tue Oct 15-Dec 1 7:00-7:45pm $90/ 8 sessions

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Children Programs Getting Bendy –Yoga for Kids (7-14yrs)

In this class, learning is intentional, acting like an animal is normal, & fun is mandatory! Kids learn to connect their body, mind & breathe with playful movement. Practice through flowing yoga poses that promote balance, concentration, strength, flexibility with a direct connection to nature.

Community Centre Wed Sep 23-Nov 18 3:00-3:45pm (711yrs) Wed Sep 23-Nov 18 4:00-4:45pm (11-14yrs) $24/8 classes $4/drop in if space available

Kids Floor Hockey Fun (6-12yrs)

Plastics sticks, plastic pucks, fast and furious action! Bring your friends and have some fun playing non-competitive floor hockey. Emphasis on participation, skill development, and game play. Our Sports Attendant will officiate games and create teams. All equipment provided.

Tue Oct 6-Nov 24 4:00-5:00pm $10/ 8 sessions or $2/drop-in (if space available)

Girls Softball Sampler 7-13yrs

Girls Softball Sampler introduces girls to all aspects of softball in a fun and engaging environment with a team of coaches who have experience, technical acumen and passion to promote the sports as an option for creating ongoing active lifestyles.

Participants will be in age appropriate groups and given opportunities to explore each position in relation to the strategy of the game.

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Jr. Lifeguard Club (8-12yrs)

Develop swimming & lifesaving skills, knowledge, personal fitness, leadership & teamwork. Designed by the Lifesaving Society for a serious purpose, but the process is pure fun. Option to stay & help coordinate activities in the public swim that follows from 6:30-9:00.

Fri Oct 2-Dec 4 5:30-6:30pm $67.05/10 sessions

Confident Stages Money Management for Kids (6-16yrs)

At a loss as to how to teach your children the value of money? Finally, an enjoyable family system designed to get your children on the road to financial awareness & teach the value of saving, sharing, spending & solid money management. ($60 kit available from instructor if desired).

Community Centre Sat Oct 3 1:00-4:00pm $25/1 session

Ladysmith Adventurers Pro-D Fun (6-12yrs)

Join your friends for a day of active delights: crafts, sports, swimming... classic Pro-D day fun! Register now for the whole school year!

Community Centre 9:00am-3:00pm Sep 28 / Oct 23 / Feb 22 / Feb 23 / May 13 $32/1 session

Winter Break Activities Frozen Adventures

Gear up for a fun-filled action-packed adventure during the winter break! Play games, have fun, create crafts, make new friends & swim! Register for the whole week or day by day.

Community Centre Mon-Wed Dec 21-23 9:00am-3:00pm Mon-Wed Dec 28-30 9:00am-3:00pm $90/3 sessions $35/1 session $60/sibling(s)/3 sessions $20/1 session

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Children Programs Dive into Dough!

Bringing Baking to Life (7-18yrs)

Dive into dough, make yeast come to life! Experience the joy of creating artisan breads, take home baked creations & your own recipe book. Learn to make Artisan Boule Loaves, Baguettes, Cinnamon Buns, Dinner Rolls & Donuts, all recipes you can bake at home in 30 min with no special equipment!

Community Centre Tue Nov 3-Nov 24 4:00-6:00pm $79/4 sessions

Young Artists’ Instructor H.B. Barry StrasbourgThompson, BFA, specializes in selfdirected exploration (Creativity & the Visual Language – elements & principles of art), with 60 years of visual arts practice & exhibition, including Creative Arts instructor, Perley & Rideau Veterans’ Health Centre, Ottawa, Art in Healthcare, Dementia Care; Artist in Residence, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Elementary School; FineArtZ Camp Instructor, Chemainus Crofton Community Schools Association; Young Artist Workshop, St. Joseph’s Elementary School; & Ladysmith March Break Arts Camps at the Waterfront Gallery.

Young Artists Painting 2D & Sculpture 3D (5-12yrs) Visual Art projects designed with B.C. teachers & curriculum, including grade-specific tasks helping students experiment & experience applied Visual Language, various art materials, & 2D/3D methods. Class covers elements & principles of colour & design, with the primary goal of advancing creativity for problem solving through life. Lots of Fun! Instructor: Barry Strasbourg-Thompson Ladysmith Art Gallery Wed, Thu Sep 9-Sep 24 3:30-5:00pm Wed, Thu Oct 14-Oct 29 3:30-5:00pm Wed, Thu Nov 4-Nov 26 3:30-5:00pm $60/sessions ($20 materials fee payable to instructor)

Stay Safe at Home (8-12yrs)

Children learn to stay safe in this child-friendly workshop covering the basics to stay alone for a short period (after school) & enable parents to get away for brief outings with peace of mind.

Community Centre Sat Oct 24 1:00-4:00pm Sat Dec 12 1:00-4:00pm $25/1 session (includes mini first aid kit, manual, & parent info)

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Children Programs Rhythm Dance Primary Ballet (6-8yrs)

This class provides a solid foundation in principles of classical ballet focusing on technique, musicality, rhythm, and placement. Children will learn creative, beautiful, and fun choreography and will be encouraged to reach their highest potential. These lessons are appropriate for children new to ballet and those with previous ballet experience.

Rhythm Dance Studio Mon Sep 14-Nov 9 3:30-4:30 pm $134.09/8 sessions

Shotokan Karate (6yrs+)

Fun, fitness & fundamentals! Become confident in your ability to defend yourself, while learning kata, sparring, self-defense, & alternatives to violence. Complete Shotokan Karate Level 1, & you are ready for Level 2, to further your confidence & ability to master this martial art.

Community Centre Tue, Thu Level 1: 7:05-8:00pm / Level 2: 8:00-9:00pm Sep 8-29 (7 sessions) $35/youth $42/9 adult $7/drop in Oct 1-29 (9 sessions) $45/youth $56/adult $7/drop in Rhythm Dance Pre-teen Jazz (9-12yrs) Come and learn fundamentals of jazz dance technique! This progressive class Nov 2-24 (7 sessions) $42/ adult $7/drop in will work on various jazz steps, choreography, and flexibility…and not only do $35/youth we work hard, we have a great time learning to dance to fun upbeat music! No Dec 1-17 (6 sessions) $30/youth $36/adult $7/drop in experience necessary!

Rhythm Dance Studio Mon Sep 14-Nov 9 3:30-4:30 pm $134.09/8 sessions

Youth Programs The Rec Room (12-18yrs) A safe supervised place for Ladysmith youth to hang out, make new friends, learn new skills, study or burn off energy playing air hockey, foosball, pool, Nintendo Wii or table tennis…all FREE Fridays: 6:00-9:45pm Tuesdays: Noon-1pm Host your birthday in the Rec Room! (packages start at $107)

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Youth Programs Yoga Teens (13-18yrs)

Yoga is a wonderful tool for developing self-esteem, concentration, coordination as well as a great way to reduce stress. We will share techniques that aim to develop a body & mind connection, while gaining strength & flexibility through yoga poses, breathing exercises, meditation & relaxation in a judgement free environment.

Community Centre Wed Sep 23-Nov 18 5:00-5:45pm $32/8 sessions $5/drop in if space available

Sushi Time (10-14yrs)

Have you ever wanted to learn to make sushi? Now is your chance to make sushi & eat it too! Bring your creative cooking minds & appetites.

Community Centre Wed Oct 6 4:00-6:00pm $20/1 session

Paintball Challenge (12-18yrs)

Get ready to join your team & play the day away at the paintball challenge! Have a blast as you run through the bush, ducking & dodging your opponents...Midway Paintball has many fields to choose from, so take the challenge!

Sat Sep 26 11:00am-4:00pm $55/1 session (includes gear & transportation)

Babysitter Workshop(12yrs+)

Training Disc Golf Sampler (13yrs+)

One of the best lifetime fitness sports and provides added recreational and healthy lifestyle outlets for the community. It is easy to learn, a healthy activity and accessible to people of all ages and fitness levels. It also Get your Safety Council Babysitter Certificate in allows dozens of players to play at the same time. Because disc golf is so easy to learn, no one is excluded. one day! Learn skills to care for children, especially Sun Sep 20-Oct 4 2:00-3:30pm safety, giving both babysitter & parents confidence. $25/ 3 sessions Includes child development, creative play, positive reinforcement, safety, basic first aid, handling emergencies, & lots more. Guest speakers may include emergency personnel & other community services.

Community Centre Sun Oct 25 9:00am-4:00pm $65/1 session

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Youth Programs Rock Climbing (12-18yrs)

Heave, scale, & descend the walls of the Romper Room! Have fun & get a great workout learning how to rock climb!

Sun Nov 8 2:00-7:00pm $40/1 session (includes climbing & transportation)

Drop-In Floor Hockey (12-18yrs)

Learn some new skills, increase agility, speed & coordination while meeting new friends. Bring a water bottle & be ready for a fun game.

Community Centre Wed 3:00-5:00pm FREE!

High Five - Principles of Healthy Child Development (16yrs+)

Front-line leaders will learn to improve program quality in this workshop covering healthy child development, positive environments, & how to meet a child’s social, emotional & cognitive needs. Get activities, tips & resources to enhance programs & relationships with participants & coworkers. Certificate awarded on program completion.

Tue Sep 13 8:00am-4:30pm (date to be confirmed) $$69/1 session

General Programs Landscaping Workshops with Envi Landscapes Join Priscilla Brewer, Award Winning Landscape Designer / Certified Horticultural Technician in these on-site, hands-on workshops. Classes take place at The Fern & Feather Studio & Gardens - 3920 Yellow Point Road.

Triumphant Tomatoes

Touch, taste, & smell a beautiful assortment delicious heirloom tomatoes in their peak season! Discuss successful growing techniques, harvesting tips, recipes & great ideas for preserving. Plus, learn (hands-on) how to properly collect, clean, & store tomato seeds. Everyone will go home with a small selection of favorite seeds to grow your own tomatoes, & save your own seeds for years to come!

Sat Sep 19 10:00am-12:00pm $29/1 session (includes materials/supplies)

Grow Gorgeous Garlic!

Learn to grow healthy, delicious garlic in your own backyard! Discuss growing & harvesting techniques, & share favourite recipes! You will also prepare & plant the Garlic Garden to overwinter & mature next summer! Everyone will go home with a small supply of garlic to plant, eat, & replant for years to come!

Sat Nov 7 10:00am-12:00pm $29/1 session (includes materials/supplies)

Wild & Natural Winter Woodland Wreaths

Let nature provide the inspiration for some environmentally friendly holiday decorating! Tour a beautiful winter woodland garden, then warm up with a hot drink in the studio to arrange foliage, twigs & berries into unique, gorgeous, 100% compostable, woodland wreath.

Sat Nov 28 10:00am-1:00pm $39/1 session (includes materials/supplies)

Winter Evergreen Container Gardens

Create your own outdoor living winter planters filled with twigs, berries, moss, & evergreen shrubs, to be enjoyed for many winters to come! Bring your own (empty) decorative pots from home, or choose from a fun selection of up cycled planters. Great gift idea!

Sat Dec 5 10:00am-12:00pm $45/1 session (includes materials/supplies)

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General Programs Salad Gardening in Small Spaces

Not all potting soil is created equal! Learn the tips & tricks of small space gardening during this workshop, so that you can grow your own organic cucumbers, beans, peas & more on your balcony or other small spaces.

Community Centre Sat Oct 17 7:00-8:30pm $25/1 session

Drought Tolerant Gardens

Taught by an organic master gardener, this class will introduce drought tolerant gardening techniques to maximize productivity with minimum water consumption. Putting the right plant in the right place now will allow the winter rains to encourage your garden to establish healthy roots.

Community Centre Wed Sep 23 7:00-8:30pm $25/1 session

Ladysmith Community Gardens Society Workshops

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(Presented by LCGS, Ladysmith Saltair Garden Club, & VI Regional Library Ladysmith branch) The Island’s finest gardeners & teachers show how to combine edible, floral, native, drought tolerant and pollinator friendly plantings creating beautiful landscapes that support us and our environment – in containers, lanes or gardens. Come, meet fellow gardeners, & grow with us!

Sept 17 - Carolyn Herriot Seed Saving & Winter Edibles

Nov 19 - Barbara Ebel Sustainable Gardening for Ourselves & Nature

Oct 15 - Ian Efford Rhodo Gardens of Vancouver Island Bonus: Members' Plant Auction

Dec 3 The Garden Club’s Potluck Christmas Party

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The complete series is free with a $15 Ladysmith Saltair Garden Club membership, or pay $5 per talk at the door (memberships available at Salamander Books).

Unless otherwise indicated, all talks are 7 pm at St. Johns Anglican Hall, at the corner of Buller and 3rd (doors open 6:30).

You Can! Food Preserving Made Easy

Canning has been around for over 180 years!

Learn how to safely preserve food using the current hot water bath method for fruit, jams, jellies & pickles. All participants will take home samples.

Community Centre Thu Sep 26 7:00-8:30pm $25/1 session

Under Pressure

Become empowered! Learn what makes pressure canning safe, from a “Food Safe” certified canning instructor. After this workshop you’ll be able to preserve homemade soups, stews & vegetables.

Community Centre Mon Oct 19 7:00-8:30pm $25/1 session

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Dive into Dough!

Bringing Baking to Life

Dive into dough, make yeast come to life!

Experience the joy of creating artisan breads, take home baked creations & your own recipe book. Learn to make Artisan Boule Loaves, Baguettes, Cinnamon Buns, Dinner Rolls & Donuts, all recipes you can bake at home in 30 min with no special equipment!

Community Centre Tue Nov 3-Nov 24 7:00-9:00pm $79/4 sessions

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General Programs Home Arts Learning & Sharing Group

Drop in to learn & share sewing & other fabric arts secrets, as well as miscellaneous homemaking & kitchen tips with others in this intergenerational drop-in session. Contact group leader Nana Ann at 250.245.5007 for monthly schedule.

Mon Sep 21-Dec 14 6:00-9:00pm $2/drop in

Step Up to the Plate

Join nutritionist Tricia Pearson in these fun, interactive workshop!

Guerrilla Meal Prep

Want your kids or spouse to eat more greens?

Learn how to hide a variety of vegetables in back to school and workplace lunches, desserts & dinners with stealth & precision. They will never know!

Community Centre Wed Sep 16 7:00-8:30pm $39/1 session (includes samples & recipes) Nutrition for Travellers

Travel can be challenging & easily derail a healthy diet. Travelling for work or pleasure, it isn’t always easy to eat healthy on the road, especially with particular dietary needs. Find out tips & tricks for air travel, boat provisions, backpacking, etc. to stay healthy no matter where you’re headed!

Community Centre Wed Oct 7 7:00-8:30pm $39/1 session (includes samples & recipes) Healthy Holiday Desserts

Learn how to make low or sugar free versions of popular holiday treats! Desserts will be dairy & gluten free & you will learn how to use alternatives for sugar, wheat & dairy. A tasting menu of several desserts will be provided with recipes to take home.

Community Centre Wed Oct 21 7:00-8:30pm $39/1 session (includes samples & recipes)

Green Up Your Clean Up

Did you know your household cleaners might block, mimic, or enhance natural hormones? Most cleaners are not good for the environment either! Learn to easily make your own safe household cleaners; make & take home samples of liquid laundry detergent & an all-purpose scouring powder.

Community Centre Sat Nov 14 4:00-5:30pm $15/1 session ($10 materials fee, payable to instructor)

20 Poems to Love for Life

What makes a poem good & worth committing to memory? You’ll be introduced to 20 of the lecturer’s favourite poems, & why they have influenced & moved him for decades.

Community Centre Tue Nov 3 & Nov 10 7:009:00pm $19/2 sessions

Mind Mending Energy Psychology

Learn principles of wellness using Thought Field Therapy (TFT) taught by a licensed trainer for TFT Canada. TFT can be used to facilitate wellness in the body & the mind for a wide variety of physical & emotional challenges.

Community Centre Tue Oct 6-Dec 8 7:15-8:45pm $49/8 sessions

Confident Stages Decoding the Music Mystery

Ever wish you had learned to understand music when you were younger? It’s never too late.

Rhythm, pitch, written music, & writing music is all easily understandable when broken into enjoyable activities. Decode the mystery & enjoy the music.

Community Centre Thu Oct 15-Nov 19 7:00-8:00pm $89/6 sessions

Confident Stages Vocal Coaching

Let the sound of your voice work for you. Learn how to be heard across a room even with a whisper, how to command attention with your vocal quality, how to inspire others to action with the proper use of pacing, & more.

Community Centre Mon Oct 19-Nov 23 7:00-8:00pm $89/6 sessions

Confident Stages - Speech BOP

Need to give a presentation? Nervous about it? Gain a little confidence by paying attention to BOP: B - Body Language O - Oral Skills P - Presentation Acumen Tie them all together to make your presentation the best it can be!

Community Centre Wed Sep 30 6:30-9:30pm $49/1 session

Confident Stages Wealth: Fact or Fiction

Money management for adults. Learn how to build a strong financial foundation through a unique & enjoyable money management presentation.

Participants will choose a life path, spin the wheel of life & (mis)fortune, & learn how to avoid monetary tragedy through awareness & understanding.

Community Centre Wed Oct 7 6:30-9:30pm $49/1 session

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General Programs Modern West Coast Square Dancing

Learn & enjoy the physical, mental, & social benefits of this popular activity. After completion, you can continue to dance at this level, or join one of the many groups in the area & advance to higher levels.

Families & singles welcome!

Aggie Hall Wed Sep 30-Dec 9 7:00-8:30pm $49/10 sessions (additional family members $39) $6/drop in

Traditional Belly Dance

Oriental belly dance is the graceful style developed in Egypt & the most popular style danced throughout the word.

Saidi Sisters Studio, 420 Fourth Ave Wed Sep 23-Nov 18 7:30-8:30pm $65/8 sessions

Basic Tribal Belly Dance

This modern style of dance created by Carolena Nericcio is an improvised, lead & follow dance, using steps inspired by Arabic belly dance, Flamenco, & Classical Indian dance. Debra is very happy to offer this exciting dance in Ladysmith.

Saidi Sisters Studio, 420 Fourth Ave Wed Sep 23-Nov 18 7:30-8:30pm $65/8 sessions

Argentine Tango

Come with or without a partner & explore the passion & connection of this gentle, romantic dance. All levels of dancers, from absolute beginner to experienced, are welcome.

Saidi Sisters Studio, 420 Fourth Ave Mon Oct 19-Nov 9 7:30-9:00pm $25/4 sessions

Iaido - Art of the Japanese Sword

This is not a sport, but a unique, time-honoured Japanese sword art, suitable for both men & woman, that develops mental & physical harmony through the practice of traditional sword techniques or ‘waza’, also affording an opportunity to experience cultural aspects connected with the art.

Ladysmith Primary School Mon Sep 21-Dec 7 7:00-9:00pm $69/11 sessions $7/drop in, if space available

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General Programs NLP 4 Change - Relaxation with Self-Hypnosis

Stressed? On the edge? Stress is the number one cause of illness... in our fast-paced life, learning techniques & skills to help you de-stress can improve your health & increase your happiness. Ericksonian Hypnotherapy is a gentle, guided method to help you relax & heal yourself.

Community Centre Thu Oct 8 6:30-8:30pm $45/1 session

NLP 4 Change - Mind Power for Life

If achieving your goals is less than easy, Mind Power for Life will help produce a more receptive state of mind. It clears your mind of thoughts & feelings which may interfere with your present happiness, making it possible to accomplish your goals.

Community Centre Thu Oct 20 6:30-8:30pm $45/1 session

Spanish Lessons Level 1

Learn vocabulary, structure of the language & speaking skills in this informal conversational class, with role-playing & other techniques. Participants with no previous knowledge of Spanish should feel comfortable at this level.

Ladysmith Secondary School Mon Sep 28-Nov 23 6:00-7:30pm $99/8 sessions (text extra -available from reception)

Spanish Lessons Level 2

For those with some previous knowledge of Spanish, this class covers grammar & practical dialogues for everyday life & for travelling to Spanish speaking countries.

Ladysmith Secondary School Mon Sep 28-Nov 23 7:30-9:00pm $99/8 sessions (text extra - available from reception)

Spanish Conversation

For those with some previous knowledge of Spanish, this class covers grammar & practical dialogues for everyday life & for travelling to Spanish speaking countries.

Ladysmith Secondary School Mon Sep 28-Nov 23 5:00-6:00pm $99/8 sessions (text extra - available from reception)

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General Programs LADYSMITH ARTS COUNCIL CLASSES... take an art class by yourself or with friends, learn new skills, or renew old ones! All classes in the Art Room at the Ladysmith Waterfront Art Gallery, co-sponsored with the Ladysmith Arts Council.

Introduction to 2D AutoCAD

Learn how to navigate AutoCAD & begin designing basic objects. You must have your own computer & AutoCAD program. (check out www.autodesk. com/products/autocad-lt/free-trial). Instructor: Kristina Youngblut Wed Sep 9-Sep 30 5:30-7:00pm Wed Oct 7-Oct 28 5:30-7:00pm Wed Nov 4-Dec 2 5:30-7:00pm $130/4 sessions

Printmaking Open Studio Drop-in

First class will concentrate on creating & building techniques, which may be applied to both functional & sculptural forms. The second class focus is on the finishing process including glazing techniques.

Class offers a flexible curriculum to accommodate potters of all levels. Instructor: Darlene Plaxton Sun Oct 11 9:30am-3:30pm Sun Oct 25 10:00am-1:00pm $75/2 sessions ($30 extra materials / firing fee payable to instructor)

Acrylics or Watercolours

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It’s play time with a smorgasbord of materials to ignite, discover & experiment! Explore combining & using multi-media materials, processes & ideas, simple to complex; learn to make creative choices while developing a sound creative process. Layer by layer, element by element, find a style that really works for you! Instructor: Penny Maday Fri Oct 2-Oct 23 10:00-11:30am $95/4 sessions ($10 supplies fee payable to instructor)

Coffee & Clay

Beginner or a seasoned printmaker/artist this is for you. Work independently learn a new printmaking technique; design prints from technique combinations, learn multiple plate registration techniques, mix your own custom colours.

Instructors: Dorothy Friesen, Lottie Anderson Every Tue starts Sep 1 10:00am-3:00pm $10/1 session (pay at gallery/materials extra)

This class is designed for anyone who has had experience in acrylics or watercolours. It is conducted on a very individual basis. Come equipped with the basic primary colours & you’re on your way! Instructor: Mary Ann Gerwing Wed Sep 9-Sep 30 1:00-3:00pm Wed Oct 7-Oct 28 1:00-3:00pm Wed Nov 4-Nov 25 1:00-3:00pm $85/4 sessions (materials fee approx. $60 payable to instructor)

Acrylic Techniques & Mixed Media

Explorations in Monotype

Rustic Willow Armchair

Create your own strong, rustic & beautiful willow furniture. You will go through the process & at the end of the course you will take home a beautiful willow chair. Bring a lunch, wear outdoor clothing.

Instructor: Andrew Kent Sun Sep 27 8:45am-5:00pm $250/1 session (includes tools & materials)

Create unique printed images transferring handapplied ink from a plate to paper. For those with little or no experience in printmaking, this workshop covers basic monotype techniques: mixing inks, applying ink, using additive/subtractive techniques, stencils & templates, opaque colour & transparent glazes, working with non-toxic water based inks. Instructors: Anne Jones - Printmaker, Dorothy Friesen, Lottie Anderson Sun Sep 13 10:00am-4:00pm $85/1 session ($15 materials fee payable to instructor)

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General Programs Drypoint & the Monoprint

Scribe a design directly into a plate, apply ink, transfer the design to paper, & you have created an original drypoint print! Add transparent background colour using another plate of the same size, then print your drypoint on top, creating a series of unique coloured prints called monoprints.

Instructors: Lottie Anderson Sun Oct 18 10:00am-5:00pm $85/1 session ($15 materials fee payable to instructor)

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The Mystery of the Antique Door

Create a beautiful watercolour painting of an antique door on aqua board, a wonderful medium allowing for greater depth & detail than watercolour paper. Learn some “magic tricks� for achieving texture like wood, metal or stone...so much fun! Beginners welcome but some experience would be helpful.

Fri Sep 25 10:00am-2:30pm $130/1 session

Know the Medium of Acrylics

Introduction to Collagraph Printmaking

Experiment with Acrylics

Collagraphs use plates of collaged materials including glues & media for textured surfaces to print as intaglio, relief, or both. Create a small collagraph plate from which to pull a small edition in this beginner workshop; use non-toxic inks, learn colour mixing, intaglio, relief inking, printing methods, & signing/numbering prints. Instructors: Anne Jones - Printmaker, Dorothy Friesen, Lottie Anderson Sun Nov 8 10:00am-4:00pm $85/1 session ($15 materials fee payable to instructor )

Dennis will instruct the class in getting to know about the basics of acrylic, its properties, mixing colors, using various types of brushes, painting on canvas & other materials etc. Sign up for all three classes & spend three months learning more about acrylics. Instructor: Dennis Brown Thu Sep 10 10:00am-2:00pm $85/1 session or $240/3 sessions

Go to the next level in using acrylics in a variety of applications including using different painting tools, under painting & over painting & developing your own mark. Instructor: Dennis Brown Thu Oct 15 10:00am-2:00pm $85/1 session or $240/3 sessions

Pushing the Limits of Acrylics

The class will go beyond the normal painting methods & introduce the application of gels & mediums.

This will help the class explore the creation of a more active surface on their painting. The use of collage materials will also be covered in this class. Instructor: Dennis Brown Thu Nov 19 10:00am-2:00pm $85/1 session or $240/3 sessions

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General Programs Metalsmithing Symbolic Devotional Jewellery

Stained Glass Magic

Create beautiful stained glass objects in a handson environment with local instructor & stained glass artist Harry Reed, who will work you through a variety of simple projects like sun catchers, hanging ornaments, & jewellery boxes. All projects will be completed & yours to keep.

Community Centre Wed Oct 28-Dec 9 7:30-9:00pm $79/6 sessions (supplies extra)

Create amazing symbolicdevotional jewellery, using crystals & semi-precious stones, learning their metaphysical properties then setting in jewellery uniquely symbolic to each participant.

Alternative materials include bone, wood, abalone, copper & brass. Examples include an Egyptian ankh with lapis lazuli stone, or a yin/yang symbol made of metal & abalone.

Community Centre Sat Dec 19 9:30-5:00pm $75/1 session + $50 materials fee payable to instructor

Sunday Nature Walks Beginners Birding Are you interested in learning which birds you see at a feeder or in the forest? Learn bird identification skills & interesting facts from an experienced natural history interpreter. Wear footwear with good tread & appropriate clothing for weather.

Meet at shelter on the corner of Methuen & 6th Ave. Sun Oct 18 10:00-11:30am $5/1 sessions

Sunday Nature Walks Treemendous!

Did you know that you can identify some trees by the number of stripes on the needles? Enjoy a walk on Holland Creek Trail led by a natural history interpreter loaded with neat facts! Dress for weather & the trail.

Meet at picnic shelter (corner of 6th Ave. & Methuen).

Sun Oct 25 10:00-11:30am $5/1 session

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Beginner Metalsmithing

Bring your creative energy & learn skills including sawing, texturing, piercing, & finishing to turn metal into wearable art. Work with various metals (silver, brass, copper) & embellishments (semiprecious stones, freshwater pearls) to vary colour, texture & form. Each student may complete 2-3 pieces depending on skill level.

Community Centre Sat Oct 17 9:30am-5:00pm $75/1 session + $50 materials fee payable to instructor

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General Programs Janie’s Got a Bus Road Trips & Adventures

Mt Brenton Power & Sail Squadron Hop on board a big comfy bus & relax while Boating Essentials Janie takes you & your friends on an adventure! Transportation costs included (ferry fare extra for those without a Gold Card). Meals not included. Tours are cosponsored with ‘Janie’s got a Bus Road Trips & Adventures LTD’

Tofino / UclueletTour

Experience a wild west coast getaway with a walk on the beach, possible wildlife sightings, meet new friends, and enjoy a tasty meal to round out the day!

Sat Sep 19 6:00am-7:00pm $65/trip

Bamfield / Frances Barkley Tour

Sail down the Alberni Channel to Bamfield. On the way make stops at different camps & cottages delivering supplies along the way. Spend an hour in Bamfield before heading back & maybe even see whales & bears along the way!

Tue Oct 6 7:00am-7:30pm $85/trip

Victoria Day Trip

Arrive in Victoria around 10:30 & leave for home at 3 pm. Spend the day shopping, sight seeing, visiting with friends or family or take in the Imax & museum. Stop at the Duncan farm market on the way home.

Sat Nov 14 8:00am-5:30pm $35/trip

Beginning where Boating Basics ends, class covers: the magnetic compass, global positioning & charts, navigation, conning-navigating when underway, introduction to plotting, plotting & labelling, working with paper charts, digital charting & chartplotting, anchors & anchoring, ropes & lines, electrical hazards, towing, environmental responsibilities, lay-up & pre-launch checklists.

(PCOC prerequisite) Ladysmith Secondary School, Room122 Tue Sep 24-Nov 19 7:009:30pm $185 CPS Member, $195 Non-CPS Member, $35 PCOC Exam

Mt Brenton Power & Sail Squadron RADAR for Pleasure Craft

Learn about types of equipment, their capabilities & limitations. Understand features & applications, using RADAR to navigate & determine location, how & where to mount the antenna, & how to use, read, & interpret displays. Course CD includes written material, simulator to show practical application of curriculum, & more.

Ladysmith Secondary School, Room122 Mon, Thu Nov 23-Dec 10 7:009:30pm $70 CPS Member, $80 Non-CPS Member

CPR C Recert (14yrs+)

This is a refresher training session for those that need or wish to recertify their CPR C. Fri Oct 23 5:00-9:00pm Fri Dec 4 5:00-9:00pm $45/1 session

Emergency First Aid & CPR (11yrs+)

This interactive course includes techniques in first aid & CPR. Topics include: emergency medical systems, primary survey, respiratory emergencies, cardiovascular emergencies, bleeding management, shock & secondary survey.

Certification is valid for 3 years upon successful completion.

Sat Oct 24 9:00am-6:00pm Sat Dec 5 9:00am-6:00pm $85/1 session

Standard First Aid

A fun interactive program including components of emergency fist aid but also encompassing injuries to the head & spine, musculoskeletal injuries, sudden medical conditions, poisons, substance abuse & misuse. Certification upon successful completion of course. Valid for 3 years. No pre-requisites.

Sat,Sun Oct 24-Oct 25 9:00am-6:00pm Sat, Sun Dec 5-Dec 6 9:00am-6:00pm $140/2 sessions

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Fitness Information Fitness Centre

New to fitness? Want to improve your fitness level or recovering from an injury? The Fitness Centre features 3000 square feet of cardio, strength training & free-weight equipment, Stability, Bosu, & Medicine Balls, Wobble Boards, Fit Tubes, & TRX Suspension.

Check with your family doctor before starting an exercise program if you are new to exercise or returning after an absence.

Youth Training Program

Youth ages 13-15 are welcome to use the Fitness Centre upon completion of the Youth Training Program. A Youth Pass must be presented prior to admission, a PAR-Q completed, & a code of conduct & waiver signed by parent/guardian.

Call to book a Youth Training Program. ($10/session + GST)

Training Orientations & Consultations

Dress for exercise & bring your questions! BCRPA Strength Trainers will design one basic training program specific to your needs. Completion of a health questionnaire required.

Call for more information or to book your appointment. ($10/session plus GST)

Admission Rates (Including GST) Pool & Fitness Centre Single

10X

30X

1-Month 3-Month 6-Month 12-Month Child (under 3 years) FREE Child (3-12 years) 2.85 24.30 58.35 Ask about monthly payment plans Youth (13-18 years) 3.90 33.55 88.95 39.70 107.40 202.80 384.70 Adult (19-59 years) 5.65 47.50 125.30 49.70 134.25 253.55 482.35 Senior (60-79 years) 3.90 33.55 88.95 39.70 107.40 202.80 384.70 Senior (80+ years) FREE Family 11.25 94.95 250.65 99.40 268.50 507.10 964.70 Family rate includes two adults & their immediate children

Personal Training

New to fitness? Tired of the same workout routines? Can’t seem to reach your goals?

Need extra motivation? Experienced BCRPA registered Personal Trainers can help you set & achieve goals, stay on track, motivate & educate you, & give you a new program that works! An individualized program is tailored to your needs. Ask about our Pre & Post Natal Personalized Training Working with a Town of Ladysmith registered BCRPA Fitness Leader is your assurance that the leader has the highest qualifications in the industry, current first aid & CPR certifications, & appropriate insurance coverage.

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Personal Training Fees

Single

Semi-Private cost/person

Consultation (60min.)

1 Session 2 Sessions 4 Sessions 8 Sessions 12 Sessions

$52 $52 $104 $200 $384 $552

$52 $52 $90 $160 $280 $360

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Fitness Programs 3 C’s

Circuit, Cycle & Core... in no particular order! This class is sure to challenge you beyond your fitness boundaries! Great for the healthy beginner - looking for a kick-start, or the fitness fanatic looking to ramp it up. Energize your cardio system, sculpt your muscles , strengthen your core.

Community Centre Tue Sep 15-Oct 27 5:30-6:30pm Thu Sep 17-Oct 29 6:00-7:00pm Tue Nov 3-Dec 15 5:30-6:30pm $42/7 sessions $7/drop in if space available Thu Nov 5-Dec 17 6:00-7:00pm $36/6 sessions $7/drop in if space available

Friday Night Spin & Core

Get a jump start to your weekend with this class.

Designed to give you a full body workout. Spin first & finish with core exercises. Same calorie burning class at a reduced price!

Community Centre Fri Sep 18-Oct 23 6:00-7:00pm $25/5 sessions $6 drop in if space available Fri Oct 30-Nov 27 6:00-7:00pm $30/6 sessions $6 drop in if space available

Bootcamp

Increase cardio, gain energy, lose inches, with a variety of exercises, you don’t have time to get bored. This athletic-based class emphasizes total body strength & anaerobic cardio conditioning while alternating high intensity sprints & intervals with strength moves.

Community Centre Wed Sep 16-Oct 28 6:00-7:00pm $42/7 sessions $7/drop in if space available Wed Nov 4-Dec 16 6:00-7:00pm $36/6 sessions $7/drop in if space available

Boxer-Fit

Mix up your routine with balance, coordination & strength building while burning major calories. This high-intensity class is a great full body workout, incorporating a broad range of punches & athletic drills using heavy bags & focus pads.

Community Centre Mon Sep 14-Oct 5 6:00-7:00pm $24/4 sessions $7/drop in if space available Mon Oct 26-Dec 14 6:00-7:00pm $48/8 sessions $7/drop in if space available

TRX Blast

TRX Suspension training uses gravity against your body weight to develop strength, balance, flexibility, core stability & cardiovascular endurance.

Take strength training to the next level.

Community Centre Wed Sep 16-Oct 28 7:15-8:00pm $39/7 classes $6.50 drop in if space available Wed Nov 4-Dec 16 7:15-8:00pm $33/6 classes $6.50/drop in if space available

Spin Class

Challenge yourself to this 45-minute indoor cycling class, a great way to get a vigorous workout & burn calories. Go through the hills, sprints & intervals while listening to motivating music. Participants modify their own cycling resistance & pace.

Community Centre Mon, Wed Sep 21-Oct 14 6:157:00am Mon, Wed Oct 19-Nov 9 6:157:00am $38.50/7 sessions $6.50/drop in if space available Mon, Wed Nov 16-Dec 16 6:157:00am $46/6 classes $6.50/drop in if space available

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Fitness Programs HIIT

High-intensity interval training, aka HIIT, is one of the best ways to maximize your workout time. If you want to take your fitness to the next level, then this class is for you! Burn lots of calories & boost your metabolism in little time with highly motivational & experienced fitness instructors. (*the HIIT approach to cardio exercise is very physically demanding.)

Community Centre Thu Sep 17-Oct 29 6:00-6:45pm $35/7 classes $6 drop in if space available Thu Nov 5-Dec 17 6:00-6:45pm $30/6 classes $6 drop in if space available

Total Body Turn Around

A 12-week comprehensive, challenging, fun & effective fitness program, delivering maximum total body results! Have fun, be challenged, & see the results! Program includes: two fitness classes per week, two Personal Training sessions, & a 3-month facility pass.

Community Centre Sun, Thu Sep 27-Dec 17 Sun: 9:30-10:30am, Thu: 6:00-7:00pm $275/12 weeks

Osteofit

Osteofit is a specifically designed program to help you reach your fitness goals while respecting your limitations & expanding your possibilities. Exercise maintains bone health & improves muscle strength, balance, & joint range of motion to reduce the risk of falls & fractures.

Community Centre Tue, Thu Sep 15-Oct 1 10:30-11:30am $23/6 sessions Tue, Thu Oct 6-Oct 29 10:30-11:30am Tue, Thu Nov 3-Nov 26 10:30-11:30am $30/8 sessions Tue, Thu Dec 1-Dec 17 10:30-11:30am $23/6 sessions

Steady Feet

Steady Feet is a group exercise program for adults of any age to improve balance, confidence & safe mobility. Steady Feet gives you more confidence & independence to carry out daily tasks with less hesitation. Suitable for people recovering from stroke, hip or knee replacement, have balance problems, a fear of falling, or have fallen in the past.

A mandatory pre-assessment will determine your strengths & weaknesses. Medical clearance may be required.

Community Centre Mon, Wed Sep 28-Nov 25 1:001:45pm $56/16 sessions

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Zumba

Spice up your workout with Zumba Dance Fit! Join the new wave of fitness through this Latin-inspired, hip hop, calorie burning dance party. Exhilarating easy to follow dance will keep you moving with energy levels soaring!

Community Centre Tue Sep 22-Oct 27 10:15-11:00am Tue Nov 3-Dec 8 10:15-11:00am $42/6 sessions $8/drop in if space available

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Fitness Programs Yin Yoga

This is a perfect complement to yang yoga styles & fitness programs. Targets the connective tissues of hips, pelvis & lower spine. Stimulates & releases the tendons, ligaments, bones & joints through long holds & a deeper awareness. Highly beneficial for all; not suitable for those with injuries.

Community Centre Mon Sep 14-Oct 26 9:15-10:15am Mon Nov 2-Dec 14 9:15-10:15am $54/6 sessions $10/drop in if space available Thu Sep 17-Oct 29 7:30-8:30pm Thu Nov 5-Dec 17 7:30-8:30pm $63/7 sessions $10/drop in if space available

NEW!! Yoga Spinning

Gentle Hatha Yoga

If you’ve never practiced yoga before or it’s been awhile, these gentle hatha yoga classes are for you. Build a strong foundation in the fundamentals of yoga, breathing & alignment with bonus meditation at the end of each class. Suitable for all levels, but especially beginners.

Community Centre Mon Sep 14-Oct 26 6:30-7:30pm $54/6 $10/drop in if space available Wed Sep 16-Oct 28 6:30-7:30pm Thu Sep 17-Oct 29 10:30-11:30am Mon Nov 2-Dec 14 6:30-7:30pm $63/7 sessions $10/drop in if space available Wed Nov 4-Dec 16 6:30-7:30pm $54/6 sessions $10/drop in if space available Thu Nov 5-Dec 17 10:30-11:30am $63/7 sessions $10/drop in if space available

Hatha Flow Yoga

Build on the lessons learned in Gentle Hatha Yoga.

Emphasis is on syncing breath with movement as you flow between poses to challenge & improve your strength, flexibility, balance & focus.

Suitable for all levels, but some yoga experience is recommended.

Community Centre Thu Sep 17-Oct 29 6:00-7:00pm $63/7 sessions $10/drop in if space available Thu Nov 5-Dec 17 6:00-7:00pm $54/6 sessions $10/drop in if space available

Yoga Spinning is a new class that fuses both yoga & indoor cycling! This full body & mind workout is 60 minutes & leaves you relaxed & fit at the same time.

Limited space available!

Community Centre Mon Sep 21-Oct 26 5:15-6:15pm $30/5 sessions $7/drop in if space available Tue Sep 22-Oct 27 12:00-1:00pm Mon Nov 2-Dec 7 5:15-6:15pm Tue Nov 3-Dec 8 12:00-1:00pm $36/6 sessions $7/drop in if space available

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Drop In Fitness Programs Drop In Fitness Schedule Sep 8-Dec 18 (see page 1 for schedule changes; schedule subject to change) Monday Cardio Circuit 9:15-10:15am Fitness Lite 2 10:30-11:30am Yoga Fitness 12:00-1:00pm

Tuesday

Retro Robics 9:00-10:00am NEW TIME

Wednesday Cardio Circuit 9:15-10:15am Fit Lite 10:30-11:30am Core Essentials 12:00-12:30pm

Thursday

Retro Robics 9:00-10:00am NEW TIME

Friday Cardio Circuit 9:15-10:15am

Saturday

Fitness Lite 10:30-11:30am

**Drop In Spin 9:15-10:00am

Yoga Fitness 12:00-1:00pm

Cardio Circuit

A drop-in ‘do it all’ circuit class that will get your heart pumping in this High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) class. A spontaneous, nonchoreographed style that appeals to everybody wanting a challenge.

Saturday Spin Challenge yourself to this 45-minute indoor cycling class. It’s a great way to get in a vigorous workout, while burning calories. Go through the hills, sprints & intervals while listening to motivating & upbeat music. Participants modify their own cycling resistance & pace. **Please Note: this class is not included with monthly passes or punch cards** Fitness Lite Low impact & fun! Easy on the joints with slower, fluid movements. Easy 10 minute warm-up, followed by 20 minutes of joint friendly cardio, 20 minutes of strength training, & 10 minutes of stretching.

Yoga Fitness A wonderful way to stretch & strengthen, blending Hatha Yoga postures in a Vinyasa Flow style of class & is suitable for most fitness levels.

Bring your own yoga mat, blocks & straps if you have them.

Core Essentials A variety of functionally inspired exercises that include a variety of equipment & mat work combined to build better core strength, posture, balance & flexibility. Not suitable for those with back issues.

Retro Robics Come in for a faster paced full body workout based on traditional aerobic format. Warm up, choreographed cardio followed by a segment of strength training incorporating a variety of equipment. A well deserved relaxation/ stretch completes the mind-body connection for this workout.

Fitness Class Descriptions The below descriptions may vary with different instructor style & class durations.

Fitness Class Intensity Levels The intensity levels are used as a guideline. Each individual may choose to work at their own pace. Warm up is an important component of your workout - please show up on time for your classes.

Childminding (6mos–5yrs)

Participate in group fitness or work out onsite in the community centre while your children are having fun in a safe, supervised environment featuring child-sized washrooms & age-appropriate activities: • Mon/Wed/Fri • 9:00-10:30 am • $4/child /$3 sibling • 1st come 1st served (max 8 children) Cassandra Taylor Childminder

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Sports Recreational Level Pickleball (13 yrs+)

Soccer (13 yrs+)

Just for kicks‌ co-ed recreational soccer! Join in on this great opportunity to play soccer in a recreational environment! Players must bring light & dark shirts.

Mon 8:00-10:00pm Outdoor at Forrest Field Fri 1:00-2:30pm Indoor at FJCC Gym $3.25/session

This tennis-like game is played on a badminton court using a perforated, slow moving ball & a smooth paddle. Space is limited, first-come, first-served, schedule subject to change.

Community Centre Mon, Wed, Fri 11:00am-1:00pm Sat 9:00am-11:00am Sun 5:007:00pm $3.25/session

Disc Golf Sampler (13yrs+)

One of the best lifetime fitness sports with added recreational and healthy lifestyle benefits. Dozens of people can play this easy to learn, healthy activity accessible to people of all ages and fitness levels‌no one is excluded!

Sun Sep 20-Oct 4 2:00-3:30pm $25/ 3 sessions

Aquatic Leadership Programs NLS Precert / Recert (16yrs+)

Join us for the opportunity to catch up on any changes to the NLS certification & to practice prior to your recertification. Prerequisites NLS Pool Option & CPR C current within one year.

Thu, Fri Sep 17-Sep 18 5:30-9:30pm Thu, Fri Dec 10-Dec 11 5:30-9:30pm $115/2 sessions

Lifesaving Instructor Recert (16yrs+)

Four-hour clinic giving the latest updates to the Lifesaving Society Instructor Certification.

Sun Dec 13 8:00am-12:00pm $115/1 session

Bronze Medallion / Bronze Cross

Exciting program encompassing lifesaving principles through the components of water rescue education, judgement, knowledge, skill & perform simple to complex rescues.

Tue, Thu Nov 24-Dec 17 5:00-9:00pm $ 300/8 sessions or $140 Cross only (must have manual)

Aquafit Instructor Course

For individuals wishing to teach fitness in an aquatic environment. This course prepares you to teach safe, quality aquafit classes with a focus on physical principals & the principles of water, exercise selection, technique, class design, injury prevention & adapting to special populations. Fitness theory is needed for certification & registration with BCRPA. Sat, Sun Sep 12-Sep 13 9:00am-6:00pm $250/2 sessions

Water Safety Instructor Recert (16yrs+)

A great opportunity to network & catch up on any changes to the Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification.

Sun Nov 29 8:00-12:00pm $115/1 session

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Red Cross Swimming Lessons Parent-included Levels (6-36months)

Experiencing buoyancy, movement, entries, songs & games in the water. (Must be able to hold head up) Starfish: 6-12mos.

Duck: 12-24mos.

Sea Turtle: 24-36mos.

Preschool (3-5yrs)

Sea Otter: Transition from Sea Turtle & greater independence. An introductory level for new swimmers.

Salamander: Actively learn new swimming skills including floats & glides through games & songs.

Sunfish: Work on stroke & skill progressions, water safety & deep water.

Crocodile: Start independent glides & kicking in deep water. Endurance increased by distance swims on front & back.

Whale: Swim independently & participate in team games. Increase distance swims & improve skills in front & back swims.

Preschool Strokes: Strokes classes for preschoolers who have successfully completed Whale; opportunity to increase strength, technique & endurance. Offered with all swim lesson sets.

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School age levels (5 yrs+)

Swim Kids Level 8: Introducing breaststroke, eggbeater kick, foot-first surface dives & standing dives, learn about hypothermia, the dangers of open water swimming & rescue breathing.

Swim Kids Level 2: Increase skills in front & back swims, introduced to deep water activities & use of floatation devices.

Swim Kids Level 3: Introduction to front crawl, diving & learn wise choices for when & where to swim.

Swim Kids Level 9: Increased development of strokes learned; Head first surface dives, making wise choices; complications with rescue breathing, ice self-rescue, & boating regulations.

Swim Kids Level 1: Entry level; orientation to the water & pool, introduces submersions, front & back floats & glides with kicks.

Swim Kids Level 4: advancing front crawl & begin back crawl, kneeling dives, surface support & developing self-safety.

Swim Kids Level 5: Introduction to back crawl, sculling & whip kick on back, stride dives & safe boating skills.

Swim Kids Level 6: Improved technique of front & back crawl, introduction backstroke, ice safety, throwing assists & front dives.

Swim Kids Level 7: Build skills & endurance for front & back crawl, backstroke. Sculling, whip kick & breathing obstructions.

Swim Kids Level 10: Refine all strokes, fitness & safety; rescue of others, surface dives with underwater swims & what’s next.

Strokes for Kids - Concentrate on developing technically efficient strokes for ages 6-12yrs, comfortable swimming on front & back. Offered with all lesson sets.

Strokes 1 & 2– Teen & Adult - Learn to swim more efficiently & build strength & endurance; should be able to swim 1 length of the pool.

Aqua Adults: Would you like to add swimming to your fitness & recreation portfolio? The Aqua Adult swim lessons are for you. Offered in the evenings with every mon/wed lesson set .

Private Swim Lessons: Are you interested in private or semi-private swimming lessons? Private lessons can be booked for $25 for 30 minutes & semi-private are $15 per person for 30 minutes.

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Lesson Schedule

Level

Mon / Wed Sep 14-Oct 14 Oct 19-Nov 18 Nov 23-Dec 16

Starfish, Duck, 10:30am, 6:00pm Sea Turtle Sea Otter, 10:30am, 3:00pm, Salamandar, Sunfish 5:30pm 10:30am, 3:30pm, Crocodile, Whale 6:00pm

Tue / Thu Sep 15-Oct 15 Sat Sun Oct 20-Nov 19 Oct 17-Dec 19 Oct 18-Dec 20 Nov 24-Dec 17 N/A

N/A

N/A

3:00pm, 6:00pm

10:00am

5:00pm

3:30pm, 6:00pm

11:00am

5:30pm

3:00pm, 5:30pm

3:00pm, 6:00pm

11:00am

3:30pm, 6:00pm

3:30pm, 5:30pm

11:00am

Red Cross 1,2 Red Cross 3 Red Cross 4 Red Cross 5 Red Cross 6 Red Cross 7

3:00pm, 5:30pm

3:00pm, 5:30pm

10:00am

3:30pm, 6:00pm

11:00am

3:30pm, 6:00pm 3:30pm, 6:00pm

3:30pm, 5:30pm

Red Cross 8,9,10

5:30pm

5:30pm

Adults Beginner

8:30pm

Adults Intermediate

9:00pm

Strokes for Preschoolers Strokes for Kidz

3:30pm, 6:00pm

5:30pm 10:30am 10:30am

Fee prorated for fewer than 10 classes

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5:30pm Level 7 & Under: $50.85 ten 30-min lessons Level 8 & 9: $56.55 for ten 45-min lessons Level 10 & Up: $67.05 for ten 60-min lessons

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Aquatic Schedule Sun

Effective Sep 8 (See Page 1 for changes, closures)

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Early Bird Lengths 6:00-8:30

Rentals 6:00-8:30

Early Bird Lengths 6:00-8:30

Rentals 6:00-8:30

Early Bird Lengths 6:00-8:30

Adaptive Fitness 8:30-9:30

Morning Aquafit 8:30-9:30

Morning Aquafit Adaptive Fitness Morning Aquafit 8:30-9:30 8:30-9:30 8:30-9:30 Rentals

Parent & Tot* 9:00-10:00

Rentals 9:30-11:00am

Parent & Tot* 9:00-10:00

Rentals 9:30-11:00am

Parent & Tot* 9:00-10:00

Sat

Adaptive Fitness & Lengths 9:00-10:00

Lessons Lessons Rentals Please call 10:00-11:00 10:00-11:00 10:00-11:00 245.6424 to book or Restorative Restorative for more Adaptive Fitness Adaptive Fitness Aquatic Adaptive Fitness Lessons Aquatic Therapy information 11:00-12:00 11:00-12:00 Therapy 11:00-12:00 10:00-11:30 11:00-12:00 on 11:00-12:00 pool & room Noon Lengths Noon Lengths Noon Lengths Noon Lengths Noon Lengths rentals. & Leisure* & Leisure* & Leisure* & Leisure* & Leisure* 12:00-1:00 12:00-1:00 12:00-1:00 12:00-1:00 12:00-1:00 Rentals Rentals Rentals Rentals 11:30-3:00 1:00-2:00 1:00-2:00 1:00-2:00 Rentals Rentals 1:00-3:00 1:00-3:00 Nifty Fifties Nifty Fifties 2:00-3:30 2:00-3:30 Nifty Fifties 2:00-3:30 Lessons Lessons Lessons Lessons Everyone Everyone 3:00-4:00 3:00-4:00 3:00-4:00 3:00-4:00 Welcome Welcome Therapy Swim* Therapy Swim* Therapy Swim* Therapy Swim* Therapy Swim* 3:00-5:00 3:00-5:00 4:00-5:00 4:00-5:00 4:00-5:00 4:00-5:00 4:00-5:00 Preschool Lessons 5:00-6:00pm

Lessons 5:30-6:30

Everyone Welcome 6:00-7:30

Toonie Swim 6:30-7:30

Rentals

Adult Swim 7:30-9:25 Aquafit 7:30-8:30 Lengths (1 lane) 7:30-9:30 Adult Lessons 8:30-9:30

Lessons 5:30-6:30

Everyone Welcome 6:30-8:00

Rentals

Lessons 5:30-6:30 Toonie Swim 6:30-7:30 Adult Swim 7:30-9:25 Aquafit 7:30-8:30 Lengths (1 lane) 7:30-9:30

Lessons 5:30-6:30

Jr Lifeguard 5:30-6:30 (register)

Rentals 5:00-6:00 Everyone Welcome 6:00-7:30

Everyone Welcome 6:30-8:00 Everyone Welcome 6:30-9:00

Rentals

Rentals

Adult Lessons 8:30-9:30

*indicates main pool unavailable & shaded area indicates aquatic fitness class **Pool is cleared 5 minutes prior to end time.

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Aquatic Schedule Descriptions Schedule Information: Early Bird - length swim. The therapy pool is NOT OPEN at this time.

Parent & Tots* - therapy leisure pool just for parents & children. Free swim last Wed of month compliments of the Fraternal Order of Eagles - Ladysmith.

Noon Swim / Lengths & Leisure* - Lane swim, hot tub & sauna, as well as the therapy pool for parents, tots & patrons with special needs.

Therapy Swim* - Leisure pool available for therapeutic needs.

Nifty Fifties - qualified instructor, leads an opportunity for participants 50+yrs to improve their cardiovascular fitness & strength.

Aquafit - Get an awesome energy boost with a qualified instructor leading a well-rounded, head-to-toe workout.

Everyone Welcome & Toonie Swims - A great time to enjoy both pools, pool toys & equipment. No lengths swimming.

Adult Swim - Participate in co-ed aqua-fitness or lengths swimming. The therapy pool, hot tub & sauna are also open.

Adaptive Fitness - for those with arthritis or other mobility limitations - join qualified instructors for fitness without straining your joints. Free swim last Fri of month compliments of the Fraternal Order of Eagles - Ladysmith.

Restorative Fitness - This entry-level adaptive fitness class is geared to those with advanced mobility issues & weight bearing limitations.

Special Swims:

Toonie Swims: Sep 28, Oct 23 1:00-2:00pm Tim’s Tuesdays: Free Swim, Sep 8 & Nov 17 6:30-8:00pm Dive in: Sep 25, Nov 20, 6:30-9:00pm Monster Bash: Oct 24, 6:30-8:30pm Aquatic Information

Four-lane, 25-metre pool heated at 28°C (82-83°F) features: diving board • slides • rope swing• aquatic lift • basketball hoops • removable stairs • climbing wall • water run-ways. Therapy pool accessible by ramp; heated at 34°C (94°F) & has a shallow end depth of zero sloping to four feet (aquatic wheelchairs are available for moving from change rooms into therapy pool.) Whirlpool is a combination of turbulent air & 40°C (104°F) water pumped into the pool. The Sauna is a hot, dry, relaxing area kept at an average of 55°C (131°F). **Children under 7 years must be accompanied in water & within arm’s reach of parent or person 19 years plus. Children under 7yrs must be accompanied by an adult (2 children/1 adult).

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Aquatic Fitness Benefits

Water Resistance

Using the resistance of water in exercise is like exercising with weights or machines on land but safer.

Stress Relief

The soothing comfort of the water aids alleviates mental & emotional stresses.

Fun

Buoyancy

Approximately 90% of your body weight is buoyant; you are bearing only 10% of your weight when exercising in chest deep water, which reduces stress on your joints & muscles.

Social

Social connections have proven health benefits.

The aquatic environment & facility atmosphere make it a great place to laugh & have fun while doing something great for your mind & body.

There are many aquatic fitness aids to maximize the effect of exercise, including removable stairs & an aquatic lift into the main pool, aquatic wheelchairs to help navigate the ramp into the therapy teach pool. There are also massaging jets available in the therapy pool.

Cooling Effect

With continual movement in cool water your body won’t overheat.

Meet your Aquatic Fitness Instructors

Tami

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Kelly

Meagan

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NO ENTRY FEE • NO MINIMUM PLEDGE WALK • RUN • WHEEL • RIDE

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Ghouls & Goblins begin to stir... Join them in the POOL to howl the night away with goulish ghost stories, tunnels of terror & the monster that lurks in the depths below...

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Tim’s Tuesday Tue Sep 8 Tue Nov 17 6:30-8:00pm

FREE swim

sponsored by Tim Hortons!

Please bring a non-perishable food item for the Food Bank.

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Special Events Ladysmith Adventurers pro-d fun

9am-3pm

mon, sep 28 fri, oct 23 $32/day

Ladysmith Parks Recreation & Culture

Dive In Cinema

6-12yrs

Fri, Sep 25

Fri, Nov 20

6:30-9:00pm $5/person

fun-packed days of supervised games, sports, swimming, arts & crafts

In Our Community...

Ladysmith Show & Shine: Aug 15 Light Up the Night: Aug 22 Arts on the Avenue: Aug 23 Berry Mania: Aug 30

Definition of Physical Literacy:

Physical literacy is the motivation, confidence, physical competence, knowledge, and understanding to value and take responsibility for engagement in physical activities for life.

Loggers Sports: Sep 6 National Child Day: Nov 20 Ladysmith Light Up: Nov 26 LAFF’s Breakfast with Santa: Dec 5

Want to learn more about Physical Literacy?

Join physical literacy expert Dr. Dean Kriellaars in sessions designed to give you the tools to implement physical literacy strategies through your home, school, or community organization.

October 24th at theof Cowichan Performing Arts Centre Definition Physical Literacy: 250.748.7529 more information.

Physical literacyCall is the motivation,for confidence, physical competence, knowledge, and understanding to value and take responsibility for engagement in physical activities for life.

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Join physical literacy expert Dr. Dean Kriellaars in sessions designed to give you theDefinition tools to implement physicalLiteracy: literacy strategies through of Physical your home, school, or community Physical literacy is the motivation, confidence,organization. physical competence, October 24th at the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre knowledge, and understanding to value and take responsibility for Call 250.748.7529 for more information. engagement in physical activities for life.

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