Children

Kids on the Go

The Resort Municipality of Whistler’s Kids on the Go program is licensed under the Community Care and Assisted Living Act and governed through Vancouver Coastal Health and the Community Care Facilities Licensing program. The Community Care Facilities Licensing program protects and promotes the health, safety and well-being of vulnerable children and adults in licensed care facilities. It is done through education, collaboration and regulation. A community care facilities licence is required for all programs and facilities providing care to three or more children who are not related to the operator by blood or marriage.

Licensing officers: • Insure licences to community care facilities • Monitor and inspect facilities on a routine basis • Respond to complaints • Investigate allegations of unsafe, inappropriate or abusive care (i.e. physical, sexual, emotional, financial abuse) • Investigate unlicensed facility complaints • Work with other agencies as required (e.g. police, Ministry of Child and Family Development) • Ensure that licensees follow up with corrective action All facilities must be in compliance with the Community Care and Assisted Living Act, the residential care regulations and the child care licensing regulations. For more information on licensed programs go to www.vch.ca/public-health/licensing. The RMOW offers a safe environment for children to expand their horizons through our various sporting and recreation programs. For the past 25 years, the RMOW has been providing a nurturing, stimulating and challenging environment in the afterschool program known as Kids on the Go.

Registration for the first time: Contact the office at 604.935.8370 or email kotg@whistler.ca to set up an appointment to review our Family Handbook and all the appropriate paperwork that is required. Part of being a licensed program requires very specific paperwork including registration forms, immunization forms and emergency consent cards. The paperwork must be completed prior to your child attending.

How to add days once your child has attended: Email kotg@whistler.ca or phone 604.935.8370 to add additional days. The voice mail and email address are checked frequently throughout the day so please leave a message with your request and we will get back to you in a timely manner. To add a full day or afterschool day, a minimum of 24 hours’ notice is required. Space is not guaranteed with minimal notice.

Cancellation and Refund Policy: To receive a refund or credit on account, we require one calendar month’s cancellation notice in writing to kotg@whistler.ca or by calling 604.935.8370. For example, any changes to your child’s June 2020 KOTG schedule needs to be done by April 30, 2020.

Registration for 2020/21 school year: Sunday, August 9, 2020.

In-person registration begins at 6 a.m. at Meadow Park Sports Centre. In-person registrations will be processed first, followed by phone and email requests. Online registration is not available for Kids on the Go.

Kinder and Grade 1 - Afterschool

Not just your everyday fun-filled after-school program. We offer recreational activities like games, crafts, cooking, sports and outings to enhance your child’s social and emotional growth. Children must be enrolled in Kindergarten to attend. There is a 1 month cancellation notice required to receive a refund or credit on account. (Program-not available for online registration)

Course 4394: Day: Time: Age:

Fee: Location: April 1 - June 24 Monday to Friday Afterschool - 6 p.m. Enrolled in Kindergarten and Grade 1 $19.50 (per session) Myrtle Philip - Horstman Room

Kinder and Grade 1 - Full Day School Not In Session

Course 4460: Course 4461: Course 4462: Time: Age:

Fee: Location: April 20 - Monday May 8 - Friday June 25 - Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Enrolled in Kindergarten and Grade 1 $51 (per session) Myrtle Philip - Horstman Room

Grade 2 and Up - Afterschool

Not just your everyday fun-filled after-school program. We offer recreational activities like games, crafts, cooking, sports and outings to enhance your child’s social and emotional growth. There is a 1 month cancellation notice required to receive a refund or credit on account. (Program-not available for online registration)

Course 4394: April 1 - June 24 Day: Monday to Friday Time: Afterschool - 6 p.m. Age: Enrolled in Grade 2 - 6 Fee: $17.50 (per session) Location: Myrtle Philip - Toad Hall

Grade 2 and Up - Full Day School Not In Session

Course 4442: Course 4443: Course 4444: Time: Age: Fee: Location: April 20 - Monday May 8 - Friday June 25 - Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Enrolled in Grade 2-6 $51 (per session) Myrtle Philip - Toad Hall

Kids on the Go

Please note registration for Kids on the Go occurred in August 2019. Please email KOTG@whistler.ca if interested in space.

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In person registration for Kids On The Go is still required. Registration opens at 6 a.m. Get ready for registration day with further details at whistler.ca/recguide.

Children

Afterschool Arts and Crafts

Have your kindergarten to grade 3 child join us for some creative crafts, drawing, painting and fun! Please send your child in clothing that can get dirty.

Course 2342: March 31 - June 16 Day: Tuesday Time: 3 - 4 p.m. Age: 5 - 9 years old Fee (Resident): $150 Fee (Non-Resident): $200 Location: Myrtle Philip Community Centre - Millar Room

Family Yoga

Family yoga is a fun and lively class bringing families together. Using group and partner poses family members can reconnect with each other and find their playful side! Breath practices will be explored to calm, physical postures to build strength and flexibility. The class is an informal and active session giving kids and parents alike permission to PLAY! Everyone is welcome! Parent/Guardian and Child/Children together. 4 week class. Try it for $5 on April 18.

Course 7662: Fee: April 18 Try it for $5!

Course 7660: April 25 - May 16 Fee (Resident): $32 Fee (Non-Resident): $42.50

Day: Time: Age: Location: Saturday 1:45 - 2:30 p.m. 3 years old and up Meadow Park Sports Centre - Fitness Studio

Intro to Ballet

This class will introduce your young dancer to proper Ballet technique following the Royal Academy of Dance syllabus. Each class will take your aspiring dancer through a floor warm up, strength and stretch exercises as well as across the floor combinations that will build confidence and dance skills. Parents are invited to observe the last class. 6 classes

Course 7753: April 18 - May 30 (no class on May 23) Day: Saturday Time: 12:45 - 1:30 p.m. Age: 5 - 7 years old Fee (Resident): $60 Fee (Non-Resident): $78 Location: Meadow Park Sports Centre - Fitness Studio

Home Alone

Does your 10 - 12 year old stay home for short periods of time on their own? Are you considering leaving your child alone for a couple of hours? This course prepares kids to be safe while at home alone.

Course 8001: April 27 Day: Monday Time: 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. Age: 10 - 12 years old Fee (Resident): $40 Fee (Non-Resident): $53 Location: Myrtle Philip Community Centre - Alex Philip Lounge

Grrrls’ Boot Camp

Grrrls’ Boot Camp is a fun workout for everyone looking to kick start their fitness goals. The 45 mini classes are a mix of cardio, flexibility, plus strength training designed for any fitness level. If you’re new to fitness or have tried working out before, Boot Camp will constantly challenge you with its variety and by offering you positive motivational support in every class. A great way to stay fit and learn new stuff with friends in a noncompetitive program! 6 Classes per session.

Course 7519: April 6 - May 11 Course 7520: May 25 - June 29 Day: Monday Time: 4:15 - 5 p.m. Age: 11 - 15 years old Fee (Resident): $54 Fee (Non-Resident): $72 Location: Meadow Park Sports Centre - Fitness Studio

Red Cross Babysitting

Spend your Pro-D day earning a Red Cross Babysitting Certificate. Open to boys and girls who are 11 - 14 years old by the completion of the program. Fee includes course manual and certification card. Bring snacks and a lunch!

Course 8002: April 20 Day: Monday Time: 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Age: 11 - 14 years old Fee (Resident): $88 Fee (Non-Resident): $117 Location: Myrtle Philip Community Centre - Alex Philip Lounge

CO-ED Mountain Bike Coaching - After School Program

A fun, social and safe afterschool mountain biking skill development program designed for children of any riding ability. An opportunity for children to learn trail etiquette, bike maintenance and the basics of riding off road. Whether your child has lots of off road experience or none at all, they will learn at their own pace and will be grouped accordingly. Essentials needed are snacks, water, helmet, bike gloves and a bike in good working order (must have gears and hand brakes!). Children must be able to start bike on their own. This program is taught by professional instructors with a vast knowledge of the sport.

Course 7930: May 6 - June 10 Day: Wednesday Time: 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. Age: 6 - 12 years old Fee (Resident): $189 Fee (Non-Resident): $239 Location: Myrtle Philip Community Centre - Front Playground Justa Jeskova

GIRLS Mountain Bike Coaching - After School Program

A fun, social and safe afterschool mountain biking skill development program designed for girls of any riding ability. An opportunity for girls to learn trail etiquette, bike maintenance and the basics of riding off road. Whether your child has lots of off road experience or none at all, they will learn at their own pace and will be grouped accordingly. Essentials needed are snacks, water, helmet, bike gloves and a bike in good working order (must have gears and hand brakes!). Children must be able to start bike on their own. This program is taught by professional instructors with a vast knowledge of the sport.

Course 7931: May 5 - June 9 Day: Tuesday Time: 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. Age: 6 - 12 years old Fee (Resident): $189 Fee (Non-Resident): $239 Location: Myrtle Philip Community Centre - Front Playground

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Introduction to Field Hockey

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Children will learn the sport of field hockey on the artificial turf field in Cheakamus Crossing. This program will use the Funstix model developed by Field Hockey Canada. The focus will be fun based activities designed to get children familiar with the rules of the game, ball movement & control, passing & receiving, scoring, winning the ball from opponents with mini and modified games. Sticks will be provided (right handed only) so only good running shoes and shin pads are required.

Course 8279: April 27 – June 22 (no class May 18) Day: Monday Time: 4 - 5 p.m. Age: 8 - 12 year olds Fee (Resident): $72 Fee (Non-Resident): $94 Location: Andre Jaynk Field