Ladysmith Parks, Recreation and Culture 2023 Fall Activity Guide

2023 FALL

ACTIVITY GUIDE guide current from September 1 to December 31

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REGISTRATION DAY Telephone and online registration begins Tuesday, August 8th at 7:00am

Frank Jameson Community Centre 810 6th Avenue, Ladysmith B.C. Hours of Operation: (subject to change)

Reception Office

Fitness Centre

Monday - Friday 8:00am - 9:00pm Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm Sunday 10:00am - 4:00pm

Monday - Friday Saturday Sunday

6:00am - 9:00pm 8:00am - 6:00pm 8:00am - 4:00pm

Aquatic Centre See page 6 for pool schedule

Schedule Changes: Annual Maintenance: August 13 - September 1 Pool closed and reduced hours in Fitness Centre (check website or call for details) Reduced Hours: Closed: Oct 9, Nov 11 - 11:30am-3:30pm August 30 - September 4 Oct 31, Nov 30 - Closed at 4:00pm September 30 Dec 27-29 - Closed at 8pm December 25, 26 Dec 30 - Closed at 4:00pm January 1

SPECIAL EVENTS: SEPTEMBER

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Terry Fox Run www.terryfox.org

OCTOBER Pro-D Day Activities

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Adventure Zone Daycamp 9:00am - 3:00pm Everyone Welcome Swim 1:00 - 2:00pm

Monster Bash Swim Family Friendly 2:00 - 4:00pm Come if you dare... 5:00 - 7:00pm

Early Years Programs Childrens Programs Youth Programs Adult Programs Aquatic Centre Information Swimming Lessons Advanced Aquatics Fitness Centre Information Registered Fitness Classes

Admission & Registration Information

NOVEMBER Pro-D Day Activities

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Adventure Zone Daycamp 9:00am - 3:00pm Everyone Welcome Swim 1:00 - 2:00pm

DECEMBER

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Dive In Cinema Come enjoy a movie in the pool! 6:30 - 8:30pm

Winter Break Activities

27-29 Adventure Zone Daycamp

Everyone Welcome Swim 1:00 - 2:00pm

Early Years Programs Music

Outdoor Activities

Jump into Music (6months-4yrs)

Soccer Tots - World Cup (3-4yrs)

This one-of-a-kind music and movement program engages, educates, and entertains parent and child on a musical journey around the world. Stimulate mind/ body/spirit through diverse activities creating a well-rounded experience! A great way for families to bond, gaining exposure to musical rudiments and culture. Parent assistance is required. Call to register for 25% sibling discount.

Instructor: Orith Horwitz FJCC Program Room Fridays, September 15 - October 27 10:00-10:50am

$84/6 sessions

Fridays, November 3 - December 8 10:00-10:50am

$84/6 sessions

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An active, fun-filled class for tots on the move!

Children will develop motor skills in a lively atmosphere of friendship and cooperation - come on, the ball is waiting! Parent assistance is required.

Instructor: Brett Hyslop Forrest Field Thursdays, September 21 - October 26

General Interest

3:00-3:45pm

$60/6 sessions

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Smart Moves (birth - 12months) Come and have lots of fun with your infant while becoming informed about physical activities that you can do at home to enhance your child’s learning potential. Some topics and developmental activities that will be covered include the vestibular (balance) system, proprioception (awareness of body in space), mid-line movements, and vision.

Each class will include fun songs and rhymes, baby yoga, and tummy time games that are developmentally appropriate and strengthen your baby’s physical, cognitive, social and emotional foundations for early learning.

Instructor: Robyn Mor FJCC Program Room Mondays, September 25 - October 23 11:00-11:45am 12:00-12:45pm

$50/5 sessions $50/5 sessions

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Soccerama - World Cup (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 and games.

Instructor: Brett Hyslop Forrest Field Thursdays, September 21 - October 26 3:45-4:30pm

$60/6 sessions

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Borrow a PLAY Kit from your local recreation centre and get active!

Inside each kit is a diverse selection of equipment and an activity book that includes information about Physical Literacy, Fundamental Movement Skills, and a variety of activities and games to get you started.

Sign out a PLAY Kit (for up to 7 days) at one of these locations:

LaFF Family Resource Program

• Cowichan Sportsplex • Frank Jameson Community Centre • Fuller Lake Arena • Cowichan Community Centre • Cowichan Lake Sports Arena • Kerry Park Recreation Centre • Shawnigan Lake Community Centre

A drop-in program held at Aggie Hall (1110-1st Ave, Ladysmith) for children ages 0-6yrs old and their caregivers (parents, grandparents, relatives, caregivers, etc.). Cosponsored by the Town of Ladysmith with generous support from the Province of BC, United Way CNVI and others. Minimum suggested donation of $4 per family or a 6 punch LaFF Pass for minimum suggested donation of $20.

LDCU sponsored passes available - talk to staff.

LaFF Mornings at Aggie Hall

LaFF’ternoons at Aggie Hall

WHY Physical Literacy? Physical literacy is a journey upon which children and youth, and everyone, develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes they need to enable them to participate in a wide variety of activities.

A drop-in program for children ages 0-6yrs old and their caregivers (parents, grandparents, relatives, caregivers, etc.). Come for a morning of play, creativity, exploration, community, connectedness, access LaFF’s clothing exchange and food pantry and so much more!

Tuesday-Friday 9:30am-12:00pm

A drop-in program for parents/ caregivers and children UP TO 1 year of age or pre-walking. At this time, older siblings are asked to not attend this program, please make other arrangements. An opportunity to circle up and build community and connection for yourself / your littles and access LaFF’s clothing exchange and food pantry.

Wednesdays 12:15-1:45pm

MOTIVATION AND CONFIDENCE Motivation and confidence refers to an individual’s enthusiasm for, enjoyment of, and self-assurance in adopting physical activity as an integral part of life.

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PHYSICAL COMPETENCE Physical competence refers to individuals ability to develop movement skills and patterns, and the capacity to experience a variety of movement intensities and durations.

Enhanced physical competence enables an individual to participate in a wide range of physical activities and settings.

KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING (Cognitive) Knowledge and understanding includes the ability to identify and express the essential qualities that influence movement, understand the health benefits of an active lifestyle, and appreciate appropriate safety features associated with physical activity in a variety of setting and physical environments.

ENGAGEMENT IN PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES FOR LIFE (Behavioral) Engagement in physical activities for life refers to an individual taking personal responsibility for physical literacy by freely choosing to be active on a regular basis. This involves prioritizing and sustaining involvement in a range of meaningful and personally challenging activities, as an integral part of one’s lifestyle.

LaFF Outside Check the LaFF website for upcoming LaFF Outside days at the Nature Play Space at Aggie Hall as well as other locations.

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For program and schedule updates, check the LaFF website or connect with them directly.

Website: www.familyandfriends.ca Email: laffexecutivedirector@shaw.ca Mail: Box 1830, Ladysmith, B.C. V9G 1B4 Phone: 250.210.0870 Aggie Hall: 1110-1st Ave, Ladysmith

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Childrens Programs Dance

Outdoor Activities

Sports & Activities

Intro to Ballet (5-7yrs)

Street Smarts Cycling (6-13yrs)

Girls Floor Hockey (8-13yrs)

In these classes, little dancers develop a broad range of dance and movement skills incorporating components such as music awareness, play using creative imagination, and dance focusing on body awareness, flexibility, posture, and poise. This class leads the students naturally into further study of ballet and other dance forms.

Instructor: Rhythm Dance Instructors FJCC Upper Hall Fridays, September 15 - October 20 3:30-4:15pm

$60/6 sessions

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Fridays, November 17 - December 15 3:30-4:15pm

$50/5 sessions

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Intro to Jazz (5-10yrs) Learn fundamentals of jazz dance in this progressive class. Work on various steps, choreography, and flexibility…not only will you work hard, you’ll have a great time learning to dance to the fun upbeat music too. No experience necessary!

Instructor: Rhythm Dance Instructors FJCC Upper Hall Wednesdays, September 20 - November 1

Ages 5-7yrs 3:30-4:15pm

Ages 8-10yrs 4:30-5:15pm

$70/7 sessions

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$70/7 sessions

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Wednesdays, November 8 - December 13

Ages 5-7yrs 3:30-4:15pm

Ages 8-10yrs 4:30-5:15pm

$60/6 sessions

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$60/6 sessions

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Intro to Contemporary Dance (8-12yrs) Come explore creative movement and push boundaries in an expressive form of dance... contemporary! Contemporary blends multiple dance styles into one for a unique and different way of dancing. Is your child looking for a positive way to express their emotions through movement, beautiful music, and creative freedom? Join us for an intro to contemporary dance!

Instructor: Rhythm Dance Instructors FJCC Upper Hall Fridays, September 15 - October 20 4:30-5:15pm

$60/6 sessions

Fridays, November 17 - December 15 4:30-5:15pm

$50/5 sessions

Do you want to feel more comfortable and safe riding your bike on the road? Learn to become a Street Smart cyclist. The day will include basic bike maintenance, rules of the road, common cycling routes, rider visibility and safety, road positioning, traffic lights, bike set up, bike handling, proper braking, and understanding your gears. Gain confidence through cycling games and have fun.

All participants must have a certified biking helmet, fully functioning bike and basic riding skills. Bring snack, water and weather appropriate clothing.

Instructor: Stephen Pilcher - Thrills & Skills Cycling FJCC Parking Lot Sunday, September 10

Ages 6-9yrs

9:00am-12:00pm

Ages 10-13yrs 1:00-3:00pm

$45/1 session

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$45/1 session

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Join Coach Sophia to develop your floor hockey skills in a fun environment. Sessions will include a mixture of drills, skills, and fun games. All levels welcome and no prior hockey experience needed.

FJCC Gymnasium Tuesdays, September 19 - October 24 3:15-4:30pm

$42/6 sessions

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Saturday, October 7

Ages 6-9yrs

9:00am-12:00pm

Ages 10-13yrs 1:00-3:00pm

$45/1 session

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$45/1 session

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General Interest

Friday Night Hoops (8-13yrs)

Coding Smorgabord (6-10yrs) Does your child like to create his own games on the iPad or computer? Have you heard the words ‘MineCraft’ or ‘Scratch’? This class will encourage kids to become creative gamers by learning to tweak block code to create their own Scratch games/programs. For those kids who enjoy MineCraft, part of the time will also be spent in Education Minecraft.

Instructor: Heather Stannard FJCC Program Room Fridays, September 29 - October 27 4:00-5:30pm

$125/5 sessions

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Fridays, November 3 - December 1 4:00-5:30pm

$125/5 sessions

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Join us for a fun night of basketball skills, drills and games! Focus is on PLAY. All skill levels welcome.

FJCC Gymnasium Fridays, September 15 - December 1

Ages 8-10yrs 6:00-7:00pm

Ages 11-13yrs 7:00-8:00pm

$36/12 sessions

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$36/12 sessions

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Junior Pickleball (8-13yrs) Join our awesome youth staff and come learn to play pickleball. All skill levels welcome and no experience necessary!

FJCC Gymnasium Mondays, September 18 - October 23 3:15-4:30pm

$35/5 sessions

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how to REGISTER

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ONLINE: Click on the corresponding red course code to be taken to the course registration page on www.reccowichan.ca TELEPHONE: Call 250.245.6424 Please have the course code ready to ensure fast & correct registration.

ATTENTION SWIMMERS! Check out Junior Lifeguard Club on page 11!

Registration begins Tuesday, August 8th @ 7:00am

Schools Out Days Adventure Zone Pro D Daycamp (5-12yrs)

Adventure Zone Winter Break Camp (5-12yrs)

Plan ahead and register for Adventure Zone Daycamp!

It’s a wonderful opportunity for kids to stay local, meet new friends, and try new things while doing activities they love: sports, crafts, games and having lots of fun!

Our day also includes time in the POOL! FJCC Friday, October 20

PLAY, CREATE and EXPLORE with ADVENTURE ZONE DAYCAMP! Camps will have crafts, sports, games, STEM activities, and new friendships. We’ll go swimming too! Our passionate, experienced leaders create a FUN, SAFE, and FRIENDLY environment all while having a blast!

FJCC Wednesday - Friday, December 27-29

9:00am-3:00pm

Friday, November 3 9:00am-3:00pm

$37/1 session

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$37/1 session

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9:00am-3:00pm 9:00am-3:00pm

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$111/3 sessions

Tuesday - Friday, January 2-5

$148/4 sessions

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Youth Programs Curious about using the Fitness Centre?

General Interest

Youth ages 13-15 are welcome to use the Fitness Centre unsupervised upon completion of the Youth Orientation. For more details on the Youth Orientation and how to get started, see page 12.

Red Cross Stay Safe! (9-13yrs) Real-world scenarios often call on children to respond to challenges. The Stay Safe! program teaches applicable and age-appropriate skills, while increasing and reinforcing a youth’s capacity to improve his or her own safety. Whether in their community or on their own, this group will be given better tools to Stay Safe! in a variety of different situations.

Prerequisite: Minimum 9 years of age or completion of grade 3.

FJCC Rec Room Saturday, November 25 9:30am-4:30pm

$45/1 session

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Red Cross Babysitter Training (11-16yrs) The Canadian Red Cross Babysitting course covers everything from managing difficult behaviors to essential content on leadership and professional conduct as a babysitter. Babysitting promises to deepen and enhance the responsibility that older youth feel when caring for younger children. This updated curriculum, complete with new science, also provides improved learning when it comes to giving the appropriate care in the event of an emergency Prerequisite: Minimum 11 years old or completion of grade 5.

FJCC Rec Room Saturdays, September 16 & 23 9:00am-1:30pm

$65/2 sessions

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Sports & Activities Youth Circuit Training (13-16yrs)

Youth Introduction to Weightlifting (13-16yrs)

Youth Circuit Training is a movement class for youth between 13-16 years. Circuit training is a variety of exercise stations set-up and designed to help develop cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength and flexibility. Circuit classes are fun, creative, and interesting because it provides youth an opportunity to try new exercises and equipment while under the safe supervision of a qualified instructor. This movement based class is ideal for youth who wish to discover personal strengths, build confidence and empower themselves.

FJCC Gymnasium Thursdays, September 14 - October 26

Youth weightlifting is a specialized training group.

Taking that into consideration, LPRC has developed a NEW program that gives youth ages 13-16 years the opportunity to learn fundamental movement skills and safe progressions in a weight room setting. How does this program differ from our Youth Orientation? This is a 10-week program that builds progressively with an emphasis on safe and proper training technique and most importantly is fully supervised by a qualified professional.

This program provides an opportunity for youth to enhance their training and practice exercises beyond bodyweight and machines.

The Youth Orientation is recommended before beginning this program.

FJCC Fitness Centre Mondays, September 25 - December 4

3:30-4:30pm

$47.25/7 sessions

Thursdays, November 2 - December 21 3:30-4:30pm

$47.25/7 sessions

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3:30-4:30pm

$125/10 sessions

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how to REGISTER ONLINE: Click on the corresponding red course code to be taken to the course registration page on www.reccowichan.ca TELEPHONE: Call 250.245.6424 Please have the course code ready to ensure fast & correct registration.

Registration begins Tuesday, August 8th @ 7:00am

ZONE

EVERY TUESDAY @ lunchtime

Bring your lunch & come hang out in the rec room!

in the rec room @ the FJCC YOUth Zone Pre-Teen Program (10-14yrs)

YOUth Zone (13-18yrs)

Calling all pre-teens ages 10-14 years - this awesome program is for you!

You can play sports in the gym, use the gaming tables, play board games, and more. Want to try something new? Come tell our leaders your ideas!

Register today - space is limited!

Wednesdays, September 13 - November 1

Bring your friends and come and join our awesome YOUth Leaders for Friday Night’s in the Rec Room. Weekly themes, activities and fun for YOUth in YOUr space.

Fridays, September 15 - December 15

2:45-4:15pm

$FREE/8 sessions

Wednesdays, November 8 - December 20 2:45-4:15pm

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$FREE/7 sessions

6:00-8:00pm

FREE

No registration required!

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Adult Programs Arts & Crafts

General Interest

Beginner & Intermediate Watercolours

Introducing Kids’ Coding to Parents

Join Cim MacDonald for a workshop introduction to the art of watercolours. This course is for those with limited or no experience with watercolours.

Discover the unique delight and challenge of using this medium. Through colour mixing and paint application you will be introduced to the variety and possibilities of watercolours.

Instructor: Cim MacDonald FJCC Program Room Friday, November 3

Minecraft, Scratch, and Roblox are 3 beginning coding environments that kids as young as 5 are playing in and creating amazing adventures. This is a hands on workshop where you will first learn a little about the applications themselves, as well as time to explore in each of the environments.

Instructor: Heather Stannard FJCC Program Room Friday, September 22

10:00am-12:00pm $35/1 session

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3:30-5:30pm

$30/1 session

Saturday, September 23 3:30-5:30pm

$30/1 session

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Using Your iPhones and iPads Learn how to manage and use additional features of your iPad/iPhone. Manage updates, visit the App to download apps, organize your photos and your apps, and use your Calendar, Contacts, Emails, Notes and other Apple apps!

Instructor: Heather Stannard FJCC Program Room Saturdays, September 30 & October 7 2:00-4:00pm

$99/2 sessions

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Using Your Tablet/Smartphone Learn how to manage and use your Samsung/LG/ Android Tablet and Smartphone. Manage updates, visit the play store to download apps or rent movies, organize your photos and your apps, and utilize your calendar, contacts and emails!

Instructor: Heather Stannard FJCC Program Room Saturdays, October 28 & November 4 2:00-4:00pm

Health & Wellness

$99/2 sessions

2:00-5:00pm

$180/4 sessions

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Dance

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Be part of a community, get your steps in, lose yourself in something, and have fun. Square dancing is the perfect form of dance for people who don’t consider themselves to be dancers all you have to do is step in time to the music to do the move that the caller tells you to do. Our music is varied across genres and time periods.

Singles or couples equally welcome! LGBTQ+ folks encouraged.

Instructor: Mike Munro Aggie Hall Mondays, October 2 - November 27

Do you find yourself slouching in a chair? Is it difficult for you to keep good posture even if you try hard? Do you experience pain in your body at the end of the day? The Alexander Technique helps you increase body awareness, release muscle tension and move with more ease. Learn to find balance in sitting, standing, walking or any other activity without strain and effort!

FJCC Program Room Monday, November 13 $25/1 session

MS Office 365 is made up of Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneDrive and a few other apps. This 4 session/10 hour course introduces participants to the basics of these programs, showing the special focus of each application, and the power when they work together. This course is limited to 6 registrants. You can bring your own laptop or use WVL workstations.

Instructor: Heather Stannard FJCC Program Room Saturdays, November 18 - December 9

Square Dance for Beginners (15yrs+)

Introduction to the Alexander Technique Improve your Posture

5:00-7:00pm

Intro to MS Office 365

7:00-9:00pm $60/8 sessions $10 drop-in (payable to instructor)

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Aquatic Centre Information The Aquatic area at the Frank Jameson Community Centre features a large and a smaller, warmer pool, perfect for everyone. Bring the whole family for a swim or stop by for a soak in the hot tub after a workout.

Children under 7 years must be accompanied in water and within arms reach of parent or person 19 years plus (2 children/1 adult).

The Aquatic Area features: • • • •

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4-lane, 25 metre pool Diving board, basketball hoops, rope swing and climbing wall Three slides for all levels of bravery Aquatic wheelchairs, removable stairs and water run-way

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Therapy teach pool accessible by ramp with a shallow depth of zero sloping to 1.25 metres Hot Tub Dry sauna

Aquatic Schedule (effective September 5 - December 31) Come take a dip in the pool with these ‘drop-in’ activities. Ladysmith Parks, Recreation & Culture offers a variety of drop-in aquatic visits and aquatic fitness programs ALL INCLUDED WITH A DROP-IN ADMISSION, PUNCH PASS OR MONTHLY PASS! With a variety of classes and times, there’s something for everyone!

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

Early Bird Lengths

Early Bird Lengths

Early Bird Lengths

6:00-8:15am

6:00-8:15am

6:00-8:15am

Hot Tub/Sauna available

Hot Tub/Sauna available

Hot Tub/Sauna available

AM Aquafit

AM Aquafit

AM Aquafit

8:30-9:30am

8:30-9:30am

8:30-9:30am

Parent & Tot Swim

Parent & Tot Swim

Parent & Tot Swim

8:30-9:30am

8:30-9:30am

8:30-9:30am

Everyone Welcome Swim 2:00-4:00pm Hot Tub/Sauna available

Adaptive Aqua Fitness 11:00-11:45am

Deep H2O 11:00-11:45am

Adaptive Aqua Fitness

Deep H2O 11:00-11:45am

11:00-11:45am

Adaptive Aqua Fitness 11:00-11:45am

Therapy Swim

Therapy Swim

Therapy Swim

Therapy Swim

Therapy Swim

11:00am-12:00pm

11:00am-12:00pm

11:00am-12:00pm

11:00am-12:00pm

11:00am-12:00pm

Noon Lengths / Parent & Tot / Therapy Swim

Noon Lengths / Parent & Tot / Therapy Swim

Noon Lengths / Parent & Tot / Therapy Swim

Noon Lengths / Parent & Tot / Therapy Swim

Noon Lengths / Parent & Tot / Therapy Swim

12:00-1:00pm

12:00-1:00pm

12:00-1:00pm

12:00-1:00pm

12:00-1:00pm

SUNDAY

Hot Tub/Sauna available Hot Tub/Sauna available Hot Tub/Sauna available Hot Tub/Sauna available Hot Tub/Sauna available

Everyone Welcome Swim 2:00-4:00pm Hot Tub/Sauna available

Everyone Welcome Swim

Everyone Welcome Swim

Everyone Welcome Swim

6:30-8:00pm

6:30-8:00pm

6:30-8:00pm

Hot Tub/Sauna available

Hot Tub/Sauna available

Hot Tub/Sauna available

PLEASE NOTE:

Sauna is not available during aquatic fitness programs Children 7yrs+ can attend unaccompanied, children under 7yrs must be accompanied by an adult 19yrs+ (2 children/1 adult).

Pool is cleared 5 minutes BEFORE end time

Drop-In Aquatic Visits

Drop-In Aquatic Fitness Programs

SPECIAL SWIMS

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Thanksgiving Everyone Welcome Swim Monday, October 9 1:30-3:30pm Pro-D Day Everyone Welcome Swim Friday, October 20 1:00-2:00pm Halloween Monster Bash Swim Saturday, October 28 $5 admission 2:00-4:00pm Family Friendly 5:00-7:00pm Come if you Dare...

Remembrance Day Everyone Welcome Swim Saturday, November 11 1:30-3:30pm Pro-D Day Everyone Welcome Swim Friday, November 3 1:00-2:00pm Dive-In Cinema Friday, December 8 6:30-8:30pm Winter Break Everyone Welcome Swim Wednesday-Friday, Dec 27-29 1:00-2:00pm

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Drop-In Aquatic Visits

Drop-In Aquatic Fitness Programs

Enjoy our wonderful pool during a drop-in aquatic visit. Drop-in when it’s convenient for you!

ALL INCLUDED WITH A DROP-IN ADMISSION, PUNCH PASS OR MONTHLY PASS!

These instructor led fitness classes are designed to give you a full workout without a full commitment. Drop-in when it’s convenient for you!

ALL INCLUDED WITH A DROP-IN ADMISSION, PUNCH PASS OR MONTHLY PASS!

Length Swims

AM Aquafit

Kick start your day with some early morning laps or get your kilometer of lengths in at lunch during our length swims. There will be four lanes; casual, slow, medium and fast. Please pick the lane most appropriate for your swim speed.

A highly energized aquatic fitness workout delivered by certified fitness instructors. These classes provide a well-rounded, head-totoe workout. Be sure to bring your own water bottle filled for each class.

Monday/Wednesday/Friday Monday - Friday

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6:00-8:15am 12:00-1:00pm

Adaptive Aqua Fitness A program for clients with arthritis and other mobility limitations.

Take advantage of our qualified, experienced staff that have the expertise to personalize your workout by accommodating individual needs. Be sure to bring your own full water bottle to class each session.

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Therapy Swim If you need the warmth of the Therapy Teach Pool to loosen up your muscles, decrease the gravity on your joints, to work on pre or post-surgery exercises or just to get in some unassisted walking with the support of the water then the Ladysmith Therapy Swim is for you.

Please note: if you require assistance to and from the change room or in and out of the pool, you will be required to have an aid with you to assist you.

Monday - Friday Monday - Friday

Monday/Wednesday/Friday

11:00-11:45am

Deep H2O These invigorating, impact-free classes work and tone all muscle groups. Participants combine cardiovascular work, deep-water running, jogging, bicycling and cross-country skiing movements. Class focuses on muscular strength motions that work the body’s major muscle groups as well as motions that work the core and improve balance. A buoyancy belt is required to create and maintain proper balance and posture. Be sure to bring your own full water bottle to class.

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11:00am-12:00pm 12:00-1:00pm

Parent and Tot Swim Do you have a tiny human who needs to burn off energy in the morning or before their afternoon nap? We have just the thing to make that happen while having fun in the pool! The Parent and Tot swim is geared towards children not yet school aged and their caregiver.

Monday/Wednesday/Friday Monday - Friday

8:30-9:30am

Tuesday/Thursday

11:00-11:45am

8:30-9:30am 12:00-1:00pm

Everyone Welcome Swim A great time to enjoy the main pool and the therapy pool, diving board, climbing wall and slides. No length swimming during this time.

Monday/Wednesday/Friday Saturday/Sunday

6:30-8:00pm 2:00-4:00pm

Aquatic 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 CLASS.

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Low - beginner level, new to fitness, low impact, mild cardio intensity, gentle strength training for joints. Great for those returning to fitness post injury or surgery. Great for prenatal moms and active agers.

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Moderate - intermediate fitness level, possibility of jumping and turning with more dynamic movement. Good body mechanics.

Good cardio base. Variety of equipment used. Some compound muscle movements may be introduced. Some modifications may be given to those who need them.

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High - Advanced fitness levels. Working out of your comfort zone to approximately 90% of maximum heart rate. Full range of motion around joints is ideal. Injury free. Variety of equipment used. Lots of compound muscle movements. Coordination and agility are also used in this type of class.

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Swimming Lessons SWIMMING LESSON REGISTRATION PROCESS CHANGES FOR FALL 2023 Due to the demand and popularity of swimming lessons, we are improving our registration process: • There will be THREE different sets of lessons with THREE different registration dates • Registration for the next set of lessons will not open until the previous lesson set has ended. This will allow parents to learn whether their child has passed a level before registering for the next set. It will also allow parents who were not able to get in the first set another chance and date for registration.

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LESSON SET #1 September 11 - October 5

Registration opens Tuesday, August 8th @ 7:00am

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LESSON SET #2 October 16 - November 9

Registration opens Tuesday, October 10th @ 7:00am

How do I know what swimming level my child is?

If your child has previously taken swimming lessons, please refer to your last report card as to what level your child should be registered into next. If you haven’t taken lessons before, or can’t find your old report card, please call reception at 250.245.6424 ro set up a $15 swim assessment with one of our wonderful swim instructors.

We kindly request that you don’t register your child in swimming levels above or below their swimming ability.

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LESSON SET #3 November 20 - December 14

Registration opens Monday, November 13th @ 7:00am

Are there any private swimming lessons available?

Ladysmith Parks, Recreation & Culture is pleased to offer private swim lessons for children, teens, and adults who want individual instruction. We are always working on expanding our private lesson opportunities but please note, due to staff availability, there are limited spots available. We have a Private Lesson Interest List where interested participants are called when private lesson time slots become available.

To be added to the private lesson interest list, please call 250.245.6424.

Ladysmith Parks, Recreation and Culture has transitioned to the Swim for Life program. If you are coming from a former Red Cross program, please visit www.ladysmith.ca/swimprograms and check out the lesson conversion chart to determine the appropriate level at which to register.

Parent & Tot (for parents & children up to 3 years of age) Parent & Tot 1 Jellyfish provides an orientation to water for infants and their parent/caregiver. Parents/caregivers will learn how to swim safely with their JELLYFISH infant in the pool through instruction of holds and supports. Infants will be introduced to getting their face wet, blowing bubbles and floating 4-12 months with the help of their caregiver.

Set #1 - starting September 11

Set #2 - starting October 16

Set #3 - starting November 20

Mondays/Wednesdays

Mondays/Wednesdays

Mondays/Wednesdays

9:30-10:00am

$56/8 sessions

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$56/8 sessions

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9:30-10:00am 61770

$56/8 sessions 5:00-5:30pm

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Parent & Tot 2 Goldfish teaches toddlers how to play in the water safely! They’ll learn how to enter and exit the water with help from their parent/caregiver GOLDFISH and will play games to encourage them to get their face wet and blow bubbles in the water. Toddlers will also develop floating and kicking 12-24 months skills with the support of their parent/caregiver.

Set #1 - starting September 11

Set #2 - starting October 16

Set #3 - starting November 20

Mondays/Wednesdays

Mondays/Wednesdays

Mondays/Wednesdays

9:30-10:00am

$56/8 sessions

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$56/8 sessions

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9:30-10:0am

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$56/8 sessions 5:00-5:30pm

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Parent & Tot 3 Seahorse teaches toddlers how to safely enter the water wearing a PFD. They’ll develop underwater skills such as submersion and opening SEAHORSE their eyes underwater. ‘Starfish’ floats, ‘pencil’ floats and kicking skills are taught using songs and games.

24-36 months Set #1 - starting September 11

Set #2 - starting October 16

Set #3 - starting November 20

Mondays/Wednesdays

Mondays/Wednesdays

Mondays/Wednesdays

$56/8 sessions

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Preschool (for children 3-5 years) Preschool 1 OCTOPUS

Octopus is a transitional level which transfers the preschooler to the care of the instructor. Preschoolers will have fun learning to get in and out of the water. They’ll learn how to put their face in the water, blow bubbles in the water, and how to float and glide.

Set #1 - starting September 11

Set #2 - starting October 16

Set #3 - starting November 20

Mondays/Wednesdays

Mondays/Wednesdays

Mondays/Wednesdays

$56/8 sessions

10:30-11:00am 61423 5:00-5:30pm 61424

10:30-11:00am 61602 5:00-5:30pm 61603

10:30-11:00am 61746

Tuesdays/Thursdays

Tuesdays/Thursdays

Tuesdays/Thursdays

4:00-4:30pm

$56/8 sessions

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Saturdays (once a week until December 9)

Preschool 2 CRAB

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$70/10 sessions

Mondays/Wednesdays

$56/8 sessions

$56/8 sessions

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10:00-10:30am 61617 4:30-5:00pm 61618

10:00-10:30am 61740

Tuesdays/Thursdays

Tuesdays/Thursdays

Tuesdays/Thursdays

$56/8 sessions

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$49/7 sessions

4:30-5:00pm

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5:00-5:30pm

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4:30-5:00pm

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$56/8 sessions 5:00-5:30pm

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$49/7 sessions 5:00-5:30pm

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$70/10 sessions

Orca teaches preschoolers how to enter deep water safely wearing a PFD. They’ll learn how to submerge and exhale underwater, retrieve objects underwater, and will continue developing their floating, gliding and kicking skills.

Set #1 - starting September 11

Set #2 - starting October 16

Set #3 - starting November 20

Mondays/Wednesdays

Mondays/Wednesdays

Mondays/Wednesdays

$56/8 sessions

$56/8 sessions

10:00-10:30am 61660 $56/8 sessions

Tuesdays/Thursdays

61495

5:30-6:00pm

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Saturdays (once a week until December 9)

5:30-6:00pm

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$56/8 sessions

10:00-10:30am 61738 $49/7 sessions

Tuesdays/Thursdays 5:30-6:00pm

$49/7 sessions

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$70/10 sessions

Sea Lion teaches deep-water entries and treading water wearing a PFD. Preschoolers will become skilled at retrieving objects from the bottom of the pool in chest-deep water and performing front and side glide. Front crawl wearing a PFD is also introduced.

Set #1 - starting September 11

Set #2 - starting October 16

Set #3 - starting November 20

Mondays/Wednesdays

Mondays/Wednesdays

Mondays/Wednesdays

$56/8 sessions

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Tuesdays/Thursdays

5:30-6:00pm $56/8 sessions

$56/8 sessions

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Tuesdays/Thursdays

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3:30-4:00pm

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Saturdays (once a week until December 9)

4:30-5:00pm

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3:30-4:00pm

5:30-6:00pm $56/8 sessions

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Tuesdays/Thursdays 3:30-4:00pm

$56/8 sessions $49/7 sessions

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$70/10 sessions

Narwhal teaches Swim to Survive® skills wearing a PFD. Front crawl and back crawl are introduced as well as interval fitness training.

Preschoolers will also learn how to tread water and perform vertical whip kick with a buoyant aid. Once complete, preschoolers can register into Swimmer 2.

Set #1 - starting September 11

Set #2 - starting October 16

Set #3 - starting November 20

Mondays/Wednesdays

Mondays/Wednesdays

Mondays/Wednesdays

5:30-6:00pm

$56/8 sessions

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Tuesdays/Thursdays

5:30-6:00pm $56/8 sessions

Tuesdays/Thursdays 3:30-4:00pm

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Saturdays (once a week until December 9)

4:30-5:00pm

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September 11 - October 5 Registration opens Tuesday, August 8th @ 7:00am

$56/8 sessions

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how to REGISTER

5:30-6:00pm $56/8 sessions

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Tuesdays/Thursdays 3:30-4:00pm

$56/8 sessions $49/7 sessions

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$70/10 sessions ONLINE: Click on the corresponding red course code to be taken to the course registration page on www.reccowichan.ca TELEPHONE: Call 250.245.6424 Please have the course code ready to ensure fast & correct registration.

October 16 - November 9

Registration opens Tuesday, October 10th @ 7:00am

LESSON SET #3 November 20 - December 14

Registration opens Monday, November 13th @ 7:00am

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5:30-6:00pm

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4:00-4:30pm

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Tuesdays/Thursdays

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Set #2 - starting October 16

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Preschool 5 NARWHAL

4:00-4:30pm

5:00-5:30pm

Set #1 - starting September 11

Saturdays (once a week until December 9)

Preschool 4 SEA LION

$49/7 sessions

$56/8 sessions

Crab teaches preschoolers how to safely jump into chest-deep water and how to swim wearing a PFD. They’ll learn submersion skills and continue to work on floats, glides, and kicking with buoyant objects.

4:30-5:00pm

Preschool 3 ORCA

$56/8 sessions

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Swimmer (children 5 years +) Swimmer 1

These beginners will become comfortable jumping into the water with and without a PFD. They’ll learn how to open their eyes, exhale and hold their breath underwater. Floats, glides and kicking skills are introduced.

Set #1 - starting September 11

Set #2 - starting October 16

Set #3 - starting November 20

Mondays/Wednesdays

Mondays/Wednesdays

Mondays/Wednesdays

6:00-6:30pm

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Tuesdays/Thursdays 3:00-3:30pm

$56/8 sessions

6:00-6:30pm $56/8 sessions

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Saturdays (once a week until December 9)

Swimmer 2

Tuesdays/Thursdays

$49/7 sessions

3:00-3:30pm

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4:30-5:00pm

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3:00-3:30pm

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$49/7 sessions 6:00-6:30pm

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$70/10 sessions

Set #3 - starting November 20

Mondays/Wednesdays

Mondays/Wednesdays

Mondays/Wednesdays

$56/8 sessions

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5:30-6:00pm $56/8 sessions

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Saturdays (once a week until December 9)

$56/8 sessions

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Tuesdays/Thursdays

5:30-6:00pm

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Tuesdays/Thursdays

$49/7 sessions

3:30-4:00pm

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5:00-5:30pm

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3:30-4:00pm

$56/8 sessions

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$49/7 sessions 5:30-6:00pm

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$70/10 sessions

These swimmers will learn how to dive and will do in-water somersaults and handstands to develop weight-transfer skills. They’ll learn Swim to Survive® skills, whip kick on back and will further develop their front crawl and back crawl.

Set #1 - starting September 11

Set #2 - starting October 16

Set #3 - starting November 20

Mondays/Wednesdays

Mondays/Wednesdays

Mondays/Wednesdays

6:00-6:30pm 3:00-3:30pm

$56/8 sessions

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Tuesdays/Thursdays

6:00-6:30pm $56/8 sessions

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Saturdays (once a week until December 9)

$56/8 sessions

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Tuesdays/Thursdays

6:00-6:30pm

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Tuesdays/Thursdays

$49/7 sessions

3:00-3:30pm

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5:30-6:00pm

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3:00-3:30pm

$56/8 sessions

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$49/7 sessions 6:00-6:30pm

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$70/10 sessions

These swimmers will become better at diving, treading water, and swimming underwater. They’ll learn the Swim to Survive® standard and start to develop breaststroke. Front crawl and back crawl are further developed.

Set #1 - starting September 11

Set #2 - starting October 16

Set #3 - starting November 20

Mondays/Wednesdays

Mondays/Wednesdays

Mondays/Wednesdays

6:00-6:30pm

$56/8 sessions

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Tuesdays/Thursdays

6:00-6:30pm $56/8 sessions

$56/8 sessions

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Tuesdays/Thursdays

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3:30-4:00pm

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Saturdays (once a week until December 9)

5:00-5:30pm

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3:30-4:00pm

6:00-6:30pm

61695

Tuesdays/Thursdays

$49/7 sessions

3:30-4:00pm

$56/8 sessions $49/7 sessions

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$70/10 sessions

These swimmers will master dives and swimming in deep water. They’ll further their Swim to Survive® skills and start to develop eggbeater kick. Breaststroke, front crawl, and back crawl are further developed. Interval training and sprinting drills continue to challenge these swimmers.

Set #1 - starting September 11

Set #2 - starting October 16

Set #3 - starting November 20

Tuesdays/Thursdays

Tuesdays/Thursdays

Tuesdays/Thursdays

5:30-6:15pm

Swimmer 6

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Set #2 - starting October 16

3:30-4:00pm

Swimmer 5

Tuesdays/Thursdays

6:00-6:30pm

Set #1 - starting September 11

Tuesdays/Thursdays

Swimmer 4

61650

$56/8 sessions

These swimmers will jump into deeper water and learn to be comfortable falling sideways into the water wearing a PFD. They’ll learn how to tread water, develop kicking skills, and will be introduced to front crawl and back crawl.

5:30-6:00pm

Swimmer 3

$56/8 sessions

$64/8 sessions

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5:30-6:15pm

$56/7 sessions

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5:30-6:15pm

$56/7 sessions

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These swimmers will become proficient at deep water skills including stride entries and compact jumps. They’ll develop lifesaving kicks such as eggbeater and scissor kick. Breaststroke, front crawl, and back crawl are further developed. Head-up swims, interval training and a 300m workout develop strength and endurance.

Set #1 - starting September 11

Set #2 - starting October 16

Set #3 - starting November 20

Tuesdays/Thursdays

Tuesdays/Thursdays

Tuesdays/Thursdays

5:30-6:15pm

$64/8 sessions

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Swimmer 7 Rookie Patrol swimmers ROOKIE PATROL continue developing front

5:30-6:15pm

$56/7 sessions

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Swimmer 8 Ranger Patrol enhances RANGER PATROL capability in the water

5:30-6:15pm

$56/7 sessions

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Swimmer 9 Star Patrol challenges swimmers STAR PATROL with a 300m timed swim, 600m

crawl, back crawl and breaststroke. Swimmers develop individual fitness to meet a timed 100m swim and 350m workout. Water proficiency skills include swimming with clothes, ready position, and feet-first/head-first surface dives.

Demonstrating the ability to conduct a primary assessment and calling EMS are included as first aid skills. Victim recognition and throwing assists are other key elements of the program.

including stride entries and underwater, forward and backward somersaults.

Swimmers learn lifesaving sport skills with a lifesaving stroke medley, timed object support and a non-contact rescue with a buoyant aid. Eggbeater kick and increased fitness levels are developed to meet a 200m timed swim. First aid focuses on unconscious victims and obstructed airway procedures.

workout and a 25m object carry.

Strokes are continued to be refined. Lifesaving skills include use of rescue aids, defense methods, victim removals and supporting a victim in shallow water. First aid focuses on treatment of bone or joint injuries and respiratory emergencies. Once complete, swimmers register into Bronze Star.

Set #1 - starting September 11

Set #1 - starting September 11

Set #1 - starting September 11

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Fridays (once a week until November 17)

Fridays (once a week until November 17)

5:30-6:30pm

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5:30-6:30pm

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Advanced Aquatics how to REGISTER Junior Lifeguard Club (8-12yrs) Junior Lifeguard Club is a multi-level program where 8-12 year olds can learn attitudes and skills that could one day save a life. The JLC is designed to let kids participate in activities similar to those of real lifeguards.

FJCC Pool Fridays, September 15 - November 17 5:30-6:30pm

$100/10 sessions

ONLINE: Click on the corresponding red course code to be taken to the course registration page on www.reccowichan.ca TELEPHONE: Call 250.245.6424 Please have the course code ready to ensure fast & correct registration.

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Bronze Medallion (13yrs+)

Registration begins Tuesday, August 8th @ 7:00am

Emergency First Aid w/ CPR C/AED Recertification

Bronze Medallion challenges the candidate both mentally and physically. Judgment, knowledge, skill and fitness – the four components of water rescue – form the basis of Bronze Medallion training. Candidates acquire the assessment and problem-solving skills needed to make good decisions in, on and around the water. Bronze Medallion is a prerequisite for Assistant Lifeguard training in Bronze Cross.

Prerequisite: 13yrs by the last day of the course or proof of Bronze Star award.

FJCC Pool Sundays, October 15 - November 5 10:00am-4:30pm

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Bronze Cross (13yrs+) The Lifesaving Society’s Bronze Cross begins the transition from lifesaving to lifeguarding and prepares candidates for responsibilities as Assistant Lifeguards.

Candidates strengthen and expand their lifesaving skills and begin to apply the principles and techniques of active surveillance in aquatic facilities. Bronze Cross emphasizes the importance of teamwork and communication in preventing and responding to aquatic emergencies.

Bronze Cross is a prerequisite for advanced training in the Society’s National Lifeguard and leadership certification programs.

Prerequisite: Bronze Medallion FJCC Pool Sundays, November 19 - December 17 11:00am-4:30pm

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Emergency First Aid is a WorkSafeBC Occupational Level 1 equivalent and can be used in the workplace. Using hands-on training and practice, this basic first aid course will give you confidence to respond effectively in an emergency.

You will learn lifesaving skills such as CPR/AED and obstructed airway procedures to respond to adult, child and infant emergencies. You will also learn to recognize and respond to respiratory and circulatory emergencies including asthma, allergic reactions, heart attack, stroke, and bleeding.

FJCC Program Room Saturday, October 21 8:30am-5:30pm

$90/1 session

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National Lifeguard Pool Recertification A Lifesaving Society NL certification is valid for two years from the date of certification and must be current for employment. This clinic is for individuals needing to recertify their NL award. A current AMOA certification is requires and CPR-C or Standard First Aid award is recommended.

Prerequisites: National Lifeguard certification.

FJCC Pool Friday, November 3 1:30-9:00pm

$135/1 session

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Interested in a career in Aquatics? get started by following these steps

Standard First Aid w/ CPR C/AED Standard First Aid is a WorkSafeBC Occupational Level 1 equivalent and can be used in the workplace. This course includes comprehensive training covering all aspects of first aid, CPR and AED use. Whether you need training for employment or simply want to be prepared to respond to life-threatening emergencies, this course will give you the skills and knowledge to act with confidence. In addition to the material covered in Emergency First Aid, candidates will learn how to treat head/neck injuries, soft tissue and skeletal injuries and medical emergencies.

Recertification of Standard First Aid with CPR C/AED is achieved by attending an 8 hour Standard First Aid with CPR-C/AED Recertification course.

FJCC Program Room Saturday & Sunday, October 21 - 22 8:30am-5:30pm

Bronze Medallion Bronze Cross

$160/2 sessions 61295

Standard First Aid & CPR-C National Lifeguard

Lifesaving Swim Instructor

For more information, visit www.ladysmith.ca/swimprograms

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Fitness Centre Information

New to fitness? Want to improve your fitness level or recovering from an injury? The fitness centre at the Frank Jameson Community Centre allows you to work towards your fitness goals with a variety of cardio and strength equipment. Check with your health care practitioner before starting an exercise program if you are new to exercise or returning after an absence.

Please note: Personal trainers, kinesiologists, and physiotherapists not employed or authorized by the Town of Ladysmith may not train clients within the Fitness Centre.

The Fitness Centre features: • •

3000 sq ft of cardio, strength training, and freeweight equipment 14 pieces of cardio equipment, including treadmills, elliptical trainers, stationary and recumbent bikes, stair climbers and rowing machine

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Stability, bosu and medicine balls, wobble boards, fit tubes, and TRX suspension Free weights ranging from 2 - 100lbs Wheelchair accessible Free Wi-Fi

Did you know?

In April 2023, the Fitness Centre upgraded to 12 NEW strength training machines!

One-on-One Training Services Take your health, vitality and energy to the next level with one of our one-on-one training services. Whichever option you choose, feel confident in knowing you will receive quality personal attention, guidance and knowledge in the safest possible exercise environment. Working with a certified BCRPA Personal Trainer is your assurance that our trainers have the highest qualifications in the industry, current first aid & CPR certifications, and appropriate insurance coverage.

Never visited the Fitness Centre before?

An Exercise Session just for YOU!

Basic Orientation (16yrs+)

Individual Exercise Session

Are you new to fitness or new to our facility? Our basic orientation is the perfect program to get you started and comfortable in this new environment.

During this one hour session you will learn: • a basic total body exercise program • how to use our cardio equipment • safe technique and set-up of our strength training machines • effective stretches for your body

Are you someone who needs extra motivation and accountability? Not interested in group exercise classes or the structure that comes with a detailed training plan or are you bored of your basic plan?

During your one-hour individual exercise session, your trainer will: • creatively utilize the variety of equipment our facility has to offer • incorporate compound muscle movements • teach you a greater understanding of postural alignment, core strength and balance training • challenge and empower you to become stronger, energized and motivated with exercises that are a step above the basics

$20/1 hr session

Find out where you are at.

Body Composition Testing When you are beginning a new exercise program it can be helpful to complete fitness tests to help determine your current health status and physical fitness level. These tests help provide some baseline measurements that can be monitored to gauge progress and exercise success. $10/30 minute session

$30/1 hr session; $40 semi-private/1 hr session

Youth ages 13-15 welcome!

Youth Orientation (13-15yrs) Youth ages 13-15 are welcome to use the Fitness Centre unsupervised upon completion of the Youth Orientation. During this orientation youth will learn: • Fitness Centre etiquette • exercise safety • how to warm-up and prepare your body for exercise • strength machines • safe stretches • NO FREE WEIGHTS, DUMBBELLS, PLATES OR BARBELLS ARE PERMITTED UNTIL YOUTH IS 16 YEARS. Please be advised that youth and parent/guardian are required to complete Par-Q+, Code of Conduct and Waiver forms prior to appointment. $15/1 hr session

how to REGISTER

ONLINE: Visit www.reccowichan.ca and sign in. On the schedule page, click Personal Training. Pick the date, time, and trainer that works for you. When it is time to select a fee to pay, be sure to select the correct type of session (descriptions above).

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Drop-In Fitness & Sport Schedule (effective Sep 5 - Dec 23) MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

Cardio Circuit 9:00-10:00am

Intermediate Pickleball 8:00-10:30am

Cardio Circuit 9:00-10:00am

Advanced Pickleball 8:00-10:30am

Cardio Circuit 9:00-10:00am

Fitness Lite 10:30-11:30am

SATURDAY

Fitness Lite 10:30-11:30am Beginner Pickleball 10:30am-12:00pm

Advanced Pickleball 10:30am-12:30pm Beginner Pickleball 12:30-2:00pm Badminton 5:30-7:00pm

Badminton 5:30-7:00pm

Everyone Welcome Pickleball 9:30-11:30am

Intermediate Pickleball 10:30am-12:30pm

SUNDAY

Indoor Soccer 1:00-3:00pm

Everyone Welcome Pickleball 10:30am-12:30pm

Indoor Soccer 7:15-8:45pm PLEASE NOTE:

Late arrivals will not be permitted to fitness programs. PLEASE ARRIVE ON TIME.

Drop-In Fitness

Drop-In Sports

These instructor led fitness classes are designed to give you a full workout without a full commitment. Drop-in when it’s convenient for you! ALL INCLUDED WITH A DROP-IN ADMISSION, PUNCH PASS OR MONTHLY PASS!

With no commitment to league play, it’s easy to drop-in whenever it’s convenient and join likeminded sport enthusiasts. ALL INCLUDED WITH A DROP-IN ADMISSION, PUNCH PASS OR MONTHLY PASS! Please pay drop-in admission prior to entering gym, participants must be present at time of admission purchase, space is limited, we operate on a first-come, first-served basis, schedule is subject to change without notice.

Cardio Circuit A ‘do-it-all’ high intensity circuit style class that will get your heart pumping and muscles strong! Challenge your body’s ability using a variety of equipment and compound muscle movements. This is a high intensity class, if you have mobility issues or injuries you should see your doctor or speak with the instructor prior to participation.

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Monday/Wednesday/Friday

9:00-10:00am

Pickleball

Badminton

A tennis-like game played on a badminton court using a perforated, slow moving ball and a smooth paddle.

Beginner Pickleball

Keep active on the courts with a legendary game of badminton. Drop-in to work on your agility, coordination and speed. Bring your friends or make new ones in this friendly, fun game! Equipment is provided.

Mondays Wednesdays

12:30-2:00pm 10:30am-12:00pm

Tuesdays Thursdays

Intermediate Pickleball

Fitness Lite Low to moderate impact and fun; 30-20-10! Get your L groove on with 30 minutes cardio - 20 minutes to focus on form with safe strength, balance and core exercises - 10 minutes to relax and stretch out your muscles! This class is ideal for those who want a solid workout without high impact and intensity.

Monday/Friday

10:30-11:30am

Wondering what the heart icons mean?

See page 14 for more information on Fitness Class Intensity Levels.

(self rated score of 2.75-3.75)

Tuesdays Fridays

Indoor Soccer

8:00-10:30am 10:30am-12:30pm

Just for kicks... co-ed recreational soccer!

Join in on this great opportunity to play soccer in a recreational environment!

Advanced Pickleball (self rated score of 3.75-5.0)

Mondays Thursdays

5:30-7:00pm 5:30-7:00pm

Tuesdays Fridays

10:30am-12:30pm 8:00am-10:30am

7:15-8:45pm 1:00-3:00pm

Everyone Welcome Pickleball Sundays Saturdays

10:30am-12:30pm 9:30-11:30am

The intention of our programs is to create an inclusive environment where participants can learn new skills, meet friends, be active, share their sport with others and play together regardless of skill level. At this facility, recreational programs are NOT about winning, competitive, or aggressive play. For more information on competitive or league play, please inquire at our front desk for private rental space.

Interested in a Career in Fitness? Become a BCRPA Group Fitness Leader!

Begin your journey at www.bcrpa.bc.ca/fitness. Follow these steps to get started.

STEP

1

Create an Account on the Registry®

STEP

3

STEP Fitness Theory

2

STEP

CPR and First Aid

Course & Exam

5

STEP First Year Registration

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Specialty Module STEP

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Practical and ice

Group Fitness Instructors design, modify and lead safe land exercise groups by providing effective and appropriate exercises in order to meet the needs of the participants.

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Registered Fitness Programs Ladysmith Parks, Recreation and Culture is proud to offer a variety of registered fitness programs - which one will fit in your schedule?

If registration minimums are not met, classes may be cancelled - register to secure your spot! Drop-in spots may be available based on registration numbers in select programs - call 250.245.6424 for more information regarding drop-in availability of classes.

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

Steady Feet 2:00-2:45pm

FRIDAY

Step-Fit M 9:00-10:00am

Strength & Stability 9:00-10:00am

MH Spin Yoga 10:30-11:30am

Gentle L Hatha Yoga 10:30-11:30am

G Gentle Fit 10:30-11:30am

Spin at Noon MH 12:00-12:45pm

THURSDAY

Get Active 12:00-1:00pm

Strength & L Stability LITE 10:30-11:30am

Saturday Spin MH 9:15-10:00am

M

G Gentle Fit 10:30-11:30am

L

R

Steady Feet 2:00-2:45pm

Zumba Dance 4:30-5:30pm

SATURDAY

SUNDAY

R

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Zumba Dance 4:30-5:30pm

Strong on M Sundays 10:30-11:30am

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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 CLASS.

3 C’s 6:00-7:00pm Gentle Hatha Yoga 7:30-8:30pm

MH

Strength & Stability 6:00-7:00pm

M

Fitness Blender 6:00-7:00pm

MH

3 C’s 6:00-7:00pm Gentle Hatha Yoga 7:30-8:30pm

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MH

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PLEASE NOTE: Late arrivals will not be permitted to fitness programs. PLEASE ARRIVE ON TIME.

Spin Classes 3 C’s

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 and intervals while listening to motivating and upbeat music. Participants modify their own cycling resistance and pace.

FJCC Upper Hall Mondays, September 11 - October 23

$7.75 drop-in (space permitting) 5class pass

Circuit, Cycle & Core... in no particular order.

This class is sure to challenge you beyond your fitness boundaries! This class is great for healthy beginners looking for the right kick-start or for fitness fanatics looking to add variety into your workouts. This 60 min class is sure to energize your cardio system, sculpt your muscles and harden your core! Limited spots available, register early to secure your spot in this fun, friendly, high octane class!

FJCC Upper Hall Mondays, September 11 - October 23

Saturday Spin

Thursdays, September14 - October 26

$40.50/6 sessions

Mondays, October 30 - December 18 12:00-12:45pm

$54/8 sessions

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6:00-7:00pm

$40.50/6 sessions

Spin into your weekend with the motivation of great music, fun cycling drills and creative instructors. You will feel successful after this 45 minute heart pumping sweat session.

FJCC Upper Hall Saturdays, September 16 - October 28

6:00-7:00pm

Saturdays, November 4 - December 23

Want to add some zen to your ride?

Check out Spin Yoga on page 15

9:15-10:00am 9:15-10:00am

$40.50/6 sessions $47.25/7 sessions

$7.75 drop-in (space permitting) 5class pass

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$47.25/7 sessions

Mondays, October 30 - December 18 6:00-7:00pm

$54/8 sessions

Thursdays, November 2 - December 21 6:00-7:00pm

$47.25/7 sessions

$7.75 drop-in (space permitting) 5class pass

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GENTLE - beginner level, very low impact, low cardio intensity, rehabilitative fitness, some classes may require medical clearance.

Perhaps the use of a mobility aid, health issues to consider LOW - beginner level, new to fitness, low impact, mild cardio intensity, gentle strength training for joints. Great for those returning to fitness post injury or surgery. Great for prenatal moms and active agers.

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Spin at Noon

12:00-12:45pm

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RESTORATIVE - restorative fitness, no impact. May require medical clearance.

Perhaps the use of a mobility aid, health issues to consider.

H

MODERATE - intermediate fitness level, possibility of jumping and turning with more dynamic movement. Good body mechanics.

Good cardio base. Variety of equipment used. Some compound muscle movements may be introduced. Some modifications may be given.

HIGH - Advanced fitness levels. Working out of your comfort zone to approximately 90% of maximum heart rate. Full range of motion around joints is ideal. Injury free. Variety of equipment used. Lots of compound muscle movements. Coordination and agility are also used in this type of class.

how to REGISTER

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ONLINE: Click on the corresponding red course code to be taken to the course registration page on www.reccowichan.ca TELEPHONE: Call 250.245.6424 Please have the course code ready to ensure fast & correct registration.

Registration begins Tuesday, August 8th @ 7:00am

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Registered Fitness Programs Yoga

General Fitness

Gentle Hatha Yoga

Gentle-Fit

Gentle Hatha yoga is perfect for individuals seeking a gentle approach to wellness for body and mind, and relief from stress. Explore sensations through movement, breath and meditation.

This class incorporates restorative poses with gentle reclined, seated and kneeling poses to help students safely develop flexibility and strength. Suitable for everyone, from beginners to intermediate and advanced practitioners looking to slow down, stretch more and practice mindful movement.

FJCC Upper Hall Mondays, September 11 - October 23 7:30-8:30pm

$60/6 sessions

Thursdays, September 14 - October 26 10:30-11:30am 7:30-8:30pm

$70/7 sessions $70/7 sessions

Mondays, October 30 - December 18 7:30-8:30pm

$80/8 sessions

Thursdays, November 2 - December 21 10:30-11:30am $80/8 sessions 7:30-8:30pm $70/7 sessions $12 drop-in (space permitting)

Tuesdays, October 31 - December 19 10:30-11:30am

$54/8 sessions

$47.25/7 sessions

Thursdays, September 14 - October 26 10:30-11:30am

$47.25/7 sessions

Tuesdays, October 31 - December 19 10:30-11:30am

$54/8 sessions

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Get Active

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Spin-Yoga is a class that fuses both indoor cycling and yoga! This full body and mind workout is 60 min and will leave you feeling fit and relaxed!

FJCC Upper Hall Tuesdays, September 12 - October 24 $47.25/7 sessions

10:30-11:30am

Thursdays, November 2 - December 21

Spin Yoga

10:30-11:30am

Gentle Fit features range of motion exercises that help loosen up joints that are stiff from inactivity. It focuses on safe, functional exercises that will make your activities of daily living seem easier. Increase your confidence with the balance component of this class that will also aid in fall prevention.

FJCC Program Room Tuesdays, September 12 - October 24

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$7.75 drop-in (space permitting) 5

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Afraid of Commitment?

Purchase a 5class !! pass A 5 class pass is designed to allow patrons to easily drop-in to empty spots in REGISTERED FITNESS PROGRAMS. The pass expires after 3 months and DOES NOT include classes taught by contract instructors. Look for the icon to verify what programs are eligible. For more information, see page 16!

10:30-11:30am

$54/8 sessions

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Being more active is good for your health! Join a community of older adults for a total-body workout appropriate for active agers. Get Active classes are designed to increase flexibility, joint stability, balance, coordination, agility, muscular strength and cardiovascular endurance all while having friendly fun and being social.

FJCC Upper Hall Tuesdays, September 12 - October 24

Strength & Stability

Tuesdays, October 31 - December 19

6:00-7:00pm

12:00-1:00pm 12:00-1:00pm

$47.25/7 sessions $54/8 sessions

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$7.75 drop-in (space permitting) 5class pass

6:00-7:00pm

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Mondays & Wednesdays, November 6 - December 6 2:00-2:45pm

Zumba

$67.50/10 sessions

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Zumba Dance Zumba Dance is a Latin inspired dance class, using modern music and easy dance steps, that compliment the music. You’ll forget your sweating as you sing along. Low and high energy versions will be shown for most music – you pick your level.

The class includes; a warm-up, a cardio section, some core work and a cool down/stretch.

FJCC Upper Hall Tuesdays, September 12 - October 24 4:30-5:30pm

$63/7 sessions

Thursdays, September 14 - October 26 4:30-5:30pm

$63/7 sessions

Tuesdays, November 7 - December 19 4:30-5:30pm

$63/7 sessions

Thursdays, November 2 - December 21 4:30-5:30pm $63/7 sessions $10 drop-in (space permitting)

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$47.25/7 sessions

Thursdays, November 2 - December 21 9:00-10:00am

$54/8 sessions

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Strength & Stability LITE This 60-minute resistance class is a lighter version to our classic Strength & Stability program. Same great instructors teaching the same great class at a beginner to intermediate level. This class will also include mobility movements.

FJCC Upper Hall Wednesdays, September 13 - October 25 10:30-11:30am

$47.25/7 sessions

Wednesdays, November 1 - December 20 10:30-11:30am

$54/8 sessions

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$7.75 drop-in (space permitting) 5class pass

Strong on Sundays Prep your muscles for the week ahead so you feel powerful enough to take on the world. Challenge your body’s strength using a variety of equipment and compound muscle movements. This class is primarily strength based with a hint of cardio.

FJCC Upper Hall Sundays, September 10 - October 22 10:30-11:30am

$47.25/7 sessions

Sundays, October 29 - December 17 10:30-11:30am

$54/8 sessions

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$7.75 drop-in (space permitting) 5class pass

Fitness Blender

Step Fit In this total body sweat session you can expect a mixture of upbeat, rhythmic stepping, with cardio intervals such as burpees, push ups and weighted exercises. The result is a fun, uplifting, full-body workout with lots of options.

FJCC Upper Hall Tuesdays, September 12 - October 24 9:00-10:00am

$47.25/7 sessions

Tuesdays, October 31 - December 19 9:00-10:00am

$54/8 sessions

$7.75 drop-in (space permitting) 5class pass

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$47.25/7 sessions

Tuesdays, November 7 - December 19

Steady Feet is a group exercise program designed for adults of any age to improve balance, confidence and safe mobility. Steady Feet can give you more confidence and independence to carry out your daily tasks with less hesitation. This class is suitable for people recovering from stroke, hip or knee replacement, have balance problems, a fear of falling or have fallen in the past. This class has a mandatory pre-assessment to determine your strengths and weaknesses. Medical clearance may be required by your doctor or physiotherapist. No drop-ins will be permitted for this class; only 10 spots available please register early to secure your session.

FJCC Program Room Mondays & Wednesdays, September 25 - October 25 $60.75/9 sessions

$47.25/7 sessions

Thursdays, September 14 - October 26 9:00-10:00am

Steady Feet

2:00-2:45pm

Skip the cardio and join us for an hour of power in this total body Strength and Stability conditioning class. A variety of equipment, including your own bodyweight will be utilized to sculpt, tone and develop muscles. This class will have an emphasis on safe and proper form. Exercise choices will be based on functional movement patterns.

FJCC Upper Hall Tuesdays, September 12 - October 24

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This class is a blend of some of the most effective workouts available! Join us for a different exercise trend each week; classes may include: 3-2-1, Cardio Circuit, Tabata Training, Obstacle Course, TRX Blast, Pure Strength, and of course trainers choice.

FJCC Upper Hall Wednesdays, September 13 - October 25 6:00-7:00pm $47.25/7 sessions

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6:00-7:00pm

$54/8 sessions

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Admission & Registration Information Admissions Below admission rates allow access to the following programs at the Frank Jameson Community Centre: • Drop-In Aquatic Visits • Drop-In Aquatic Fitness Programs • Fitness Centre visits • Drop-in Fitness Programs • Drop-in Sports During your visit to the FJCC, we invite you to attend multiple programs while you are here!

Purchase a pass and save up to 47% over regular admission

Admission Rates (including GST) effective September 1, 2023 Tot (under 3 yrs)

Family

Child (3-12yrs)

Youth (13-18yrs)

Adult (19-59yrs)

Senior (60-79yrs)

$3.36

$4.59

$6.59

$4.59

$12.41

$28.49

$39.29

$55.64

$39.29

$104.86

$68.38

$104.24

$146.83

$104.24

1-Month Membership

$46.53

$58.22

$46.53

$109.73

12-Month Membership

$450.75

$565.15

$450.75

$1065.10

Single Admission 10x Pass

FREE

30x Pass

80+

(Parent(s) or guardian(s) with dependent children aged 18 & under)

FREE

$276.72

PLEASE NOTE: • 10x and 30x passes are non-transferable and do not expire.

• Monthly passes are non-transferable and non-refundable. No ‘holds’ permitted for 1 month passes. 12 month passes can be placed on ‘hold’ for a minimum of two weeks two times per pass. A scheduled monthly payment plan is available for 12 month passes with a valid Visa or Mastercard.

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class pass

A 5 class pass is designed to allow patrons to easily drop-in to empty spots in REGISTERED FITNESS PROGRAMS. The pass expires after 3 months and DOES NOT include classes taught by contract instructors.

For more information on what fitness classes are included, see pages 14 & 15. $35 plus GST

how to REGISTER

Registrations Full payment is required at time of registration. All registrations are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Sadly, excellent programs are sometimes cancelled when people wait until the last minute to register. We need to make decisions three to five days prior to the start date of our programs to allow for proper preparation. Please register early to avoid disappointment.

Cancellations Programs are subject to cancellation due to insufficient registration or changes in facility operation. If this occurs, a full refund will be issued. The refund will be issued based on the method of payment. In the event that a program or an individual class is cancelled, every attempt will be made to have the class or program rescheduled.

Refunds

Online Registration: Visit www.reccowichan.ca to register and view your transaction online. Available 24/7 with a valid credit card.

Telephone: Call 250.245.6424 during office hours and use your Visa or Mastercard. Full payment is required at time of registration. See page 1 for reception hours.

In Person: Visit the Frank Jameson Community Centre at 810-6th Ave., Ladysmith during office hours. Payment is accepted by cash, cheque, credit or debit card. Phone 250.245.6424 to confirm hours or see page 1 for reception hours.

FOR LESSONS AND REGISTERED PROGRAMS

FOR ADVANCED AQUATICS, CAMPS, FIRST AID & CAREER TRAINING

Five or more days before course starts

No cost to withdraw $5 refund processing fee

Seven or more days before course starts

No cost to withdraw $5 refund processing fee

Four days or less before course starts

No withdrawals/No refunds

Six days or less before course starts

No withdrawals/No refunds

In cases of medical or compassionate reason, a prorated refund or credit may be granted upon approval by the programmer, or contractor in the case of contracted programs. Proof of medical or compassionate reason may be required. Classes missed due to vacation or other reasons will not be refunded or credited. * Less program supply fees if applicable

Leisure Access Program What is the Leisure Access Program?

The Town of Ladysmith, Department of Parks, Recreation & Culture provides a fee subsidy to Ladysmith residents who are in financial need. The subsidy enhances access to recreation and is available for admissions and program registration in Ladysmith. Proof of income and residency is required to determine the eligibility for the program.

Who Can Apply?

To be eligible for assistance, applicants must be residents of Ladysmith and have a total household income below Stats Canada low-income cutoffs.

How do I apply?

Applications can be found on our website or a physical copy can be requested by contacting the Frank Jameson Community Centre. Include with your application the documentation required, see application for details.

What can the Leisure Access Program be used for?

The program includes a 50-percent reduction in cost for most programs four times per year (one per season) and 50-percent discount on facility admissions.

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