Athletics Recreation and Student Life Winter 2022 Program Guide - Kelowna

Athletics Recreation & Student Life

Kelowna

WINTER 2022 Program Guide

FITNESS FACILITY SERVICES Access cards to fitness facilities are available for purchase at a cost of $10 from the Office of the Registrar (Student Services Building).

Okanagan College is committed to promoting health and wellness as a lifestyle choice for all eligible students. Our facility offers a wide range of cardio machines and strength training options. Memberships can be purchased online for $10. Cards are activated based on your enrollment and program dates, and will be automatically reactivated for returning students.

Please sign up at okanagan.bc.ca/kelownastudentlife FITNESS FACILITY HOURS OF OPERATION (in accordance with current provincial and local public health orders) Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Please note: we are closed on all Statutory Holidays and you must pre-book a workout time slot in the Rec Office (S108).

For more detailed information about the fitness facility visit the Athletics, Recreation And Student Life office S108 in the Student Services building.

COMMUNITY GROUP FITNESS PARTNERS

In partnership with Global Fitness and Parkinson Recreation Centre, Okanagan College is happy to provide free group fitness classes or pool passes for students at these facilities. Please visit the Athletics, Recreation and Student Life office (S108) to find out how you can access these classes.

Note: you will need your current student photo ID.

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To register for events and services please visit okanagan.bc.ca/kelownastudentlife All students already have an account. Click on ‘forgot your password’ using your preferred email address that Okanagan College has for you.

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE PROGRAM Please sign up at okanagan.bc.ca/kelownastudentlife

Athletics, Recreation, and Student Life is excited to continue with the Outdoor Adventure Program.

This program is intended to introduce students to fun recreational activities that are found in the Okanagan area.

We will be giving away prizes on each excursion with a grand prize giveaway at the end of the semester! Look for the Outdoor Adventure Program logo (the winter boots) attached to the events that qualify.

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INTRAMURAL SPORT LEAGUES Join the fun!

VARSITY ATHLETICS

INTRAMURALS

COYOTES

BASEBALL The Okanagan College Coyotes baseball team are looking to build off a successful Fall 2021 season. The team swept through the championship tournament with a perfect 5-0 record eventually defeating the reigning 2019 champion University of Fraser Valley Cascades.

Come out and support your Okanagan College baseball team by attending a home game this semester and catch some exciting baseball action. The 2022 season Canadian College World Series is set for the May Long weekend 2022 in Lethbridge, Alberta.

Game schedules will be available by visiting okanagancollegebaseball.ca.

TEAM CONTACT INFORMATION:

Geoff White, Head Coach: 250-470-9568

BASKETBALL Follow your OC men’s and women’s basketball teams as they compete in another exciting PACWEST season! For more information, visit their website at: okanagan.bc.ca/basketball for game schedules, rosters and information on how to become involved in the program.

TEAM CONTACT INFORMATION:

Dino Gini, Men’s Head Coach coachdinogini@gmail.com

Andrew Gini, Women’s Head Coach coachagini@gmail.com

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COED SOCCER

Dates: Tuesdays starting in Jan. to Apr. Time: 8 - 10 p.m.

Location: Kelowna United Mission dome Cost: $50 per player

All players are playing with the Urban Rec League.

Please note that our sports leagues are not competitive. They are for recreational players only. *You must be 19+ to play* To register for intramural leagues, please log on to okanagan.bc.ca/kelownastudentlife All students already have an account. Click on ‘forgot your password’ using your preferred email address.

CAMPUS EVENTS Kick off to Winter. Join us.

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JANUARY BELL LET’S TALK

Join us and help raise awareness in ending the stigma of mental health. Share a cup of tea, discover resources and start a conversation.

Date: Wed, Jan. 26 Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Cost: FREE Location: E Building Atrium

Winter Welcome Week 2022 Schedule Wednesday, Jan. 5 • 8 - 10:30 a.m.

Morning coffee and pastries (Courtyard)

Thursday, Jan. 6 • 11 a.m. -1:30 p.m.

Welcome Back lunch (E building)

Friday, Jan. 7 • 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Puppies and Popcorn (S Building Lower Lounge)

Blades and Bevvies

6:30 -10 p.m. (CNC and Boomers)

January 5-7, 2022 okanagan.bc.ca/orientation

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CAMPUS EVENTS Please sign up at okanagan.bc.ca/kelownastudentlife

FEBRUARY LUNAR NEW YEAR

Also known as Chinese New Year or Spring Festival, Lunar New Year is an annual 15-day festival in China and other Asian countries around the world. The celebration begins with the new moon that occurs sometime between January 21 and February 20 according to Western calendars. Festivities last until the following full moon. Join us as we celebrate the year of the tiger.

Date: Tuesday, Feb. 1 Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Cost: FREE Location: E Building Atrium

STRESS BUSTER

Join us for a warm bowl of soup, therapy dogs to pet, STUDENT DAY AT SILVER STAR healthy snacks, and study tips.

Join us for our first fabulous day on the mountain with All are great ways for copdiscounted lift tickets, rentals and lessons. Never skied or ing with midterm and project snowboarded before? No problem. Ask us about a beginner package. FREE transportation for all Okanagan College students. stress.

Date: Sunday, Feb. 6 Time: Meet in the E Building Atrium at 6:30 a.m.

Bus departs Campus at 7 a.m. promptly

and will leave Silver Star at 4 p.m.

Sign up deadline: Tuesday, Jan. 25 Sign up: okanagan.bc.ca/kelownastudentlife

Date: Thursday, Feb. 17 Time: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Cost: FREE student event Location: Student Services Lower Lounge, aka ‘The Pit’

28 DAYS TO A HAPPIER HEALTHIER YOU!

Join us Feb. 1- 28 in this FREE challenge as we explore ways to keep active, reduce stress, sleep and eat better, and develop habits that lead to overall wellbeing.

Event will run through a special Facebook group.

Sign-up: okanagan.bc.ca/kelownastudentlife

SNOWSHOEING EXCURSION WITH HOODOO ADVENTURES

Join us for a winter snowshoeing adventure.

No experience necessary!

FREE transportation for all Okanagan College students.

Date: Saturday, Feb. 12 Time: Meet in the E Building Atrium at 9:30 a.m. Bus departs Campus at 10 a.m. promptly

and will return to Campus by 2 p.m.

Cost: $25 Sign up deadline: Monday, Feb. 7 Sign up: okanagan.bc.ca/kelownastudentlife

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CAMPUS EVENTS Please sign up at okanagan.bc.ca/kelownastudentlife

MARCH

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We know the facts! Studies show that interactions with therapy animals can greatly decrease stress in humans. We could all use a little less stress so we’re bringing in the therapy dogs to visit with you! Stop by and pet one of our furry friends, and grab a slice of pizza at the same time.

Join your classmates at this FREE student event to celebrate the end of another amazing year. There will be great prizes, tasty food and a number of fun activities for everyone to enjoy.

TAKE A PIZZA BREAK

Date: Thursday, Mar. 17 Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Cost: FREE Location: Student Services Lower Lounge, aka ‘The Pit’ BEYOND THE CRUX CLIMBING SATURDAYS

Kelowna’s Original Indoor Rock-Climbing Gym hosts Okanagan College students with top rope climbing, bouldering and lead climbing to fit your skill level. Join us and come test your skill, or challenge your friends. Come experience the “thrill of the climb”.

Dates: Saturdays, Mar. 12, 19 & 26 Time: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Location: Beyond the Crux, #5-685 Finns Road Cost: $25 (Includes all 3 x 1-hour sessions, shoes, harness and climbing instruction) Sign up deadline: Wednesday, Mar. 9 Sign up: okanagan.bc.ca/kelownastudentlife

IT’S A WRAP

Date: Thursday, Apr. 7 Time: 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Location: Courtyard or E Building Atrium

(weather dependent)

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STUDENT DAY AT SILVER STAR

Join us for our second fabulous day on the mountain with discounted lift tickets, rentals and lessons. Never skied or snowboarded before? No problem. Ask us about a beginner package. FREE transportation for all Okanagan College students.

Date: Sunday, Mar. 27 Time: Meet in the E Building Atrium at 6:30 a.m.

Bus departs Campus at 7 a.m. promptly

and will leave Silver Star at 4 p.m.

Sign up deadline: Tuesday, Mar. 22 Sign up: okanagan.bc.ca/kelownastudentlife

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To appreciate the beauty of a snowflake, it is necessary to

stand out in the cold. ~ Aristotle

Jenn Naiman

Heather Carson

250-762-5445, ext. 4754 jnaiman@okanagan.bc.ca Office P1

250-762-5445, ext. 4938 hcarson@okanagan.bc.ca Office S108

Athletics, Recreation & Student Life Coordinator

Athletics, Recreation & Student Life Assistant

Kseniya Kocyigit

Athletics, Recreation & Student Life Assistant 250-762-5445, ext. 4360 kkocyigit@okanagan.bc.ca Office S108

For up-to-date event details visit

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