2023 Fall Program Guide

SQUAMISH RECREATION AND CULTURE

2023

FALL PROGRAM GUIDE

REGISTRATION BEGINS AUGUST 30 8 A.M.

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WELCOME TO SQUAMISH

Recreation and Culture Squamish Recreation and Culture is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and accessible space for all. Brennan Park Recreation Centre has the following accessibility features: • Automatic doors at main entrances • Well marked accessible toilets • Accessible viewing area in arena • Low barrier hand washing/drying throughout • Grab bars in pool showers and urinals • Hand held shower heads • Dedicated accessible shower and bench in family change room • Beach style entry to main pool • Ramp entry to teach pool and hot tub • Pool safe wheel chairs

Sign up for our Newsletter Get the latest Recreation and Culture news, programs events and registration information. Receive our monthly newsletter to stay up to date! Subscribe at squamish.ca/rec Acknowledgement: Squamish Recreation and Culture Services acknowledges that we operate within the traditional territory of the Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation).

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USEFUL INFORMATION

! WHAT YOU ? NEED TO KNOW Registration Information

• A customer account is required in order to register for all Squamish Recreation and Culture programs.

• Create your account at squamish.ca/register.

• Register online at squamish.ca/rec or in person.

• Payment is due at the time of registration.

• Spaces can not be held for anyone with an amount owing on their account.

• NOTE: Customer Service is unable to process payments over the phone.

Customer Service Customer Service is here to support you with questions regarding admissions, programs, bookings and account inquiries.

Brennan Park Recreation Centre 1009 Centennial Way 604.898.3604

The 55 Activity Centre Westwinds 1201 Village Green Way 38275 Third Avenue 604.848.6898 604.898.3604

Program Refund Policy

For full credit and refund details visit squamish.ca/rec

Pass Expiry

• 10 and 20 Visit Passes expire two (2) years from the date they are purchased.

• Unused passes are non-transferable and non-refundable.

• Monthly and Yearly Passes are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Recreation Access Pass Allows Squamish residents in financial need to access Public Swims or Skates & registered programs at a discount. See Recreation Forms & Resources for details.

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ARENA AND AQUATIC INFORMATION The arena at Brennan Park Recreation Centre provides ice time for hockey, figure skating, skills training and leisure skating. Drop in for a public skate or choose a quiet time to supervise and support your skater-in-training. Skate rentals are available upon arrival for adults, children and youth. Learn more and plan your visit at squamish.ca/arena.

GO FOR A SKATE

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Brennan Park Aquatic Centre is home to one of the cleanest and most accessible pool facilities in the Sea to Sky corridor. Learn more about our pool features, swim lessons, public swims and shared pool spaces and lifeguard-swimmer ratios at squamish.ca/pool.

GO FOR A SWIM

ARENA THE WHAT’S WHAT OF SKATING

PUBLIC SKATE

Everyone is welcome! Come and meet up with friends and socialize while skating in this fun environment. Skate patrol are on the ice to supervise and support skaters.

No strollers on the ice during this time.

FAMILY SKATE

For parents and children to skate together in a slower-paced setting. Children must be accompanied by a paid adult. Skate aids and strollers with clean wheels are welcome. Skate patrol staff are on the ice to supervise and support families.

PARENT & CHILD SKATE

Come practice fundamental skating skills in a fun, relaxed environment. Skate aids and strollers with clean wheels are welcome. Adults must be with their children on the ice. Ice may be shared with Recreation Programs.

NEW! SENSORY SKATE

Practice skating in a relaxed environment: no music and soft lighting. Skate aids and strollers with clean wheels are welcome.

Toys available to encourage exploration.

Adults MUST be on ice with their children.

ADULT DROP-IN HOCKEY (19YRS+)

A chance to drop in and work on some hockey skills. Maximum of 20 players plus two goalies (goalies are free). Full gear required. Participants must be at least 19 years of age.

ADULT DROP-IN STICK & PUCK (19YRS+)

Helmets, gloves and ice hockey stick required. No goalies or scrimmages.

Work on your skating skills in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. Participants must be at least 19 years of age. This is a slowerpaced program so please be courteous of all participants.

OVERTIME HOCKEY FOR 60YRS+

Overtime Hockey is an ice time for players 60yrs+ to get together and enjoy a lowkey hockey game. Full gear required.

THE FOLLOWING PROGRAMS ARE ONLY AVAILABLE DURING SCHOOL HOLIDAY BREAKS. PRE-REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED DUE TO LIMITED CAPACITY:

PARENT & CHILD HOCKEY Up to 12 years old.

YOUTH STICK AND PUCK 13-18 years old WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND THE USE OF HELMETS FOR ALL ARENA PROGRAMS SKATE RENTALS ARE AVAILABLE $2.50 FOR CHILDREN/YOUTH $5 FOR ADULTS

NEW! SENIORS SOCIAL ON ICE

Join us for this 55yrs+ skate session for a chance to practice your skills and meet new people.

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ONLINE SCHEDULE PRO TIPS

ONLINE SCHEDULES

HOT TIP! The Brennan Park pool offers all sorts of fun swimming opportunities. Hover over the info icon to quickly read a program description, including age restrictions!

To access the filters on your phone, you click on the circled icon.

DID YOU KNOW? The filters also help you with registration.

To learn how, visit page 18!

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ONLINE SCHEDULE PRO TIPS

The pool schedule is subject to change so be sure to look online before heading to Brennan Park Recreation Centre. The most current version is always found on the first page of our registration system.

Pro tip to quickly find your swim time!

Use the “Service” filter when you only want to see the times of a specific activity.

Hover over the info icon to see a description, including any age restrictions.

Click on “More info” for additional details

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USEFUL INFORMATION SQUAMISH GYMNASTICS

GYMNASTICS INFORMATION If you are new to our programs and uncertain of the appropriate level, or have questions about the required registration forms, please email your questions to Amanda at squamishgymnastics@hotmail.com

CLASSES FILL QUICKLY!

REGISTRATION STEPS

If your desired class is full at the time of registration, waitlist your child. All efforts are made to accommodate gymnastic waitlists.

STEP 1 – Register for your class and membership

Register online or in person at Brennan Park Recreation Centre for gymnastics classes. squamish.ca/rec Select and pay for a Squamish Gymnastics Annual Membership at the time of registration (valid Sept 1, 2023-Aug 31, 2024).

Memberships are mandatory and non-refundable.

STEP 2 – Complete “Individual Membership Registration Form” You can find the form on squamish.ca/rec.

Ensure all personal information has been included and the form is signed. You can ignore the boxes in the middle of the form.

Email form to: squamishgymnastics@hotmail.com

STEP 3 – Complete “Assumption of Risks/Waiver”

The Assumption of Risks/Waiver is a digital form and can be found on squamish.ca/rec. Complete the form with your child’s information.

Select ‘Squamish Gymnastics’ from the list of clubs in the drop-down menu.

DO NOT wait to submit required registration forms.

Documents need to be verified, data entered and submitted to Gymnastics BC well in advance of the program start date to meet insurance requirements.

FORMS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AT THE START OF CLASSES.

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STEP 4 – FOR PARENT & TOT GYMNASTICS ONLY

Complete a separate digital Assumption of Risks/Waiver for any adult that will be entering the gym or accompanying your child to gymnastics.

These waivers must be completed in the adult’s own name (not the child’s).

Only one adult per child permitted in the gym at a time, but you may alternate, we will keep waivers on file.

ACTIVE START | 6M-4Y Parent Participation

Parent & Baby 6-18m

Preschool Transition 3y-4y

Parent & Tot 1.5y-3.5y

ACTIVE START | 4-5Y Preschool Programs Preschool Gymnastics 4y Kinder Gymnastics 5y

5-14Y

School Age Programs

Achievement Gymnastics Programs

Freestyle FUNdamentals Programs

Beginner: Red (5.5y+) Tan (6y+) Bronze (6y+)

Freestyle FUNdamentals 5-6y+

Intermediate (7y+): Purple Blue Turquoise Silver Advanced (8y+): Orange, Yellow, Green, Grey, White, Gold

Freestyle FUNdamentals 7-8y+

Gymstars 8y+ Silver

Interclub Routine Development 8y+

Gymnaestrada

Freestyle FUNdamentals 9-13y+ Register according to age, all levels welcome.

Instructor approval required.

Register based on completion of last badge, or instructor assessment is required.

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FALL PROGRAMS

at a glance

Deepen your skills and knowledge outside of the classroom through a range of programs, day camps and work-related certifications for all ages, interests and abilities. Choose from our selection of indoor and outdoor activities, creative sports, art, fitness and training programs to fit your interest and lifestyle.

More in-depth descriptions, dates and times are found online or by chatting with our Customer Service team.

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FALL PROGRAMS AT A GLANCE

0 PARENT 5 AND TOT Exploration movement and play in a safe and social environment.

Physical and emotional literacy are the foundation of parent and tot programming designed for children under five. Participants and their parent or caregiver will take part in activities and experiences at their own individual pace while forming essential movement, imagination and social fundamentals for structured and unstructured play.

GYMNASTICS

PLAY PROGRAMS

Parent & Baby Gymnastics (6-18m)

Little Sneakers Gym (1-5yrs)

Parent & Tot 1 & 2 Gymnastics (18m-3.5yrs)

Mini Sneakers (1-3yrs)

Exploration and discovery of fundamental movement through imaginative play.

Develop physical literacy and fundamental movement skills in a combination of structured and unstructured activities.

Parent & Tot Transition Gymnastics (3yrs)

Physical literacy, movement fundamentals, beginner skills all while preparing to be unparented in future sessions.

Come play, explore and move your body in our gym full of slides, climbers, riding toys, sports equipment and more.

A smaller take on ‘Little Sneakers’. Enjoy physical activity in a social space full of slides, soft blocks, tunnels, and more.

Tot Riders (1-5yrs)

Zoom around the gym on our ride-on cars and trikes. You can bring your own run-bike & helmet too.

SWIM LESSONS

See pages 16 and 17.

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FALL PROGRAMS AT A GLANCE

3 PRESCHOOL 5 AGE Instilling healthy habits and behaviour through learning and fun.

We provide a safe, friendly and comfortable environment for learning, routine and play.

Participants will develop skills and techniques through engaging activities and games as they discover their passion and make new friends.

ARENA

Tot Gliders

Learn the FUNdamentals of skating. Beginner skaters learn skills using engaging themes, games, and songs.

GYMNASTICS

Preschool Independent Gymnastics (4yrs)

A fun environment to explore and develop physical literacy, movement fundamentals and beginner skills.

LEAP

Participants will learn about the world around them through activities, exploration, movement and play.

PRIVATE LESSONS-SKATING

An opportunity to receive 1-on-1 guidance from an instructor to develop skills and confidence to have fun on the ice.

SWIM LESSONS

See pages 16 and 17.

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WAITLIST NOTIFICATIONS

WAITLIST NOTIFICATIONS To ensure you know that a spot has come available, add communication@xplorrecreation.com to your Contacts and/or Safe Senders list. Also check your Junk/Spam folder for these emails and mark as “Not Junk”. These steps help the notifications make it to your inbox so you can respond before your spot expires.

DID YOU KNOW? There are additional tips to get you ready for registration day on pages 18 and 19?

Or, check out the Registration FAQs at squamish.ca/rec for more tips and tricks!

As a space comes available, waitlisted participants are notified by email. You have up to 48 hours to accept or decline before the system automatically declines for you and the space is offered to the next person.

SOMETHING MORE, SOMETHING LESS? We want to hear from you. We are working on inclusionary practices to greater support all in our community. If you and your family are looking to speak to someone about the needs of your child, please reach out to us at kvanloo@squamish.ca

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FALL PROGRAMS AT A GLANCE

5 SCHOOL 12 AGE ARENA

Creative indoor and outdoor activities, camps and courses. Deepen your skills and knowledge outside of the classroom through a range of day camps, certifications, private lessons and programs for all ages and abilities. Choose from our balanced selection of creative sports, art and training programs to fit your interest and lifestyle.

Home Alone (10 to 12yrs)

Girls Hockey Program (8yrs+)

Is your pre-teen ready for the responsibility? This course prepares children with skills and knowledge to be safe and feel confident when home alone.

Squamish Womens Hockey Academy Private Lessons

Basic dance techniques to build muscle, coordination, flexibility, & balance. No dance experience required.

New to hockey or ready to level up your game? Organized by experience, skill, and age to maximize learning and keep the level of pace and play even for all.

Arrange a 1:1 or semi-private session with an experienced coach to work on specific on-ice goals and skill development.

CAMPS-PRO D

DANCE GROOVE

GYMNASTICS

Gymnastics Freestyle FUNdamentals

Spend your day off from school with us. The day is filled with a variety of activities, games and sports.

Introductory classes for all genders and will increase fitness, develop confidence, and build fundamental movement skills.

HOLIDAY CAMPS

Squamish Gymnastics Achievement Program

Join us for a full day of creative indoor and outdoor activities, games and sports at Brennan Park.

CERTIFICATIONS (10YRS+)

Babysitter Training (11 to 14yrs)

Calling all future babysitters! This course provides students with emergency first aid, safety tips, and information on games that are suitable for all ages.

Bronze Star (11 to 13yrs)

Come have a blast in the pool while developing problemsolving skills, basic lifesaving & rescue skills.

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Have fun and get fit! Learn and develop gymnastics skills on the bars, beam, floor and vault following the 14 levels of the CANGYM Program

SPORTS

Floor Hockey

Skills, drills, and fun! Each session includes a simple warmup and a focus on fundamental movement skills and modified training activities.

SWIM LESSONS

See pages 16 and 17

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Is Back This September!

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SWIMMING LESSONS AT A GLANCE

MONDAY & WEDNESDAY LESSONS DATES

TUESDAY & THURSDAY LESSONS

# SESSIONS

DATES

# SESSIONS

SET 1

October 11 - November 8

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SET 1

October 10 - November 9

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SET 2

November 20 - December 20

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SET 2

November 21 - December 21

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9:00 a.m.

9:15 a.m 9:30 a.m.

9:45 a.m.

10:00 a.m.

10:15 a.m.

MONDAY ONLY

WEDNESDAY ONLY

MONDAY & WEDNESDAY

P&T - Jellyfish

P&T-Goldfish

Octopus

P&T - Seahorse P&T - Goldfish

10:30 a.m.

11:15 a.m.

Octopus

Crab

P&T - Seahorse

Sea Lion

Orca

10:45 a.m.

11:00 a.m.

P&T - Jellyfish

Crab

MONDAY & WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON Swimmer 3

4:45 p.m.

5:45p.m.

6:00 p.m.

6:15 p.m.

9:45 a.m.

10:00 a.m.

10:15 a.m.

10:30 a.m.

10:45 a.m.

11:00 a.m.

11:15 a.m.

Crab P&T - Seahorse Crab Octopus

TUESDAY & THURSDAY AFTERNOON

Octopus

Crab

Swimmer 2

Orca

Swimmer 1

Swimmer 2

4:15 p.m.

Swimmer 3

4:45 p.m.

5:00 p.m.

Swimmer 4

5:15 p.m.

5:30 p.m.

9:30 a.m.

Octopus

4:30 p.m.

4:30 p.m.

5:00 p.m.

9:00 a.m.

9:15 a.m.

4:00 p.m.

4:00 p.m.

4:15 p.m.

TUESDAY & THURSDAY

Swimmer 4

5:15 p.m.

5:30 p.m.

Crab

Octopus

Swimmer 5 & 6

5:45 p.m.

6:00 p.m.

Sea Lion

Narwhal

Crab

Swimmer 2

Orca

Swimmer 1

Swimmer 2

Octopus Swimmer 7 to 9

Swimmer 2

6:30 p.m.

FRIDAY LESSONS

Swimmer 1

Narwhal

6:15 p.m Swimmer 2

6:30 p.m.

Octopus

FRIDAY AFTERNOON

DATES

# SESSIONS

4:00 p.m.

SET 1

October 13 - November 10

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4:15 p.m.

SET 2

November 24 - December 22

5

4:30 p.m.

4:45 p.m.

5:00 p.m.

5:15 p.m.

NOTE Jellyfish, Goldfish and Seahorse have mandatory parent/ caregiver participation.

5:30 p.m.

Swimmer 4

Swimmer 1 Sea Lion Octopus Orca Octopus

5:45 p.m.

6:00 p.m.

6:15 p.m.

6:30 p.m.

6:45 p.m.

Swimmer 2

Swimmer 3

Crab Orca

SWIMMING LESSONS AT A GLANCE

BEFORE REGISTRATION DAY

SATURDAY LESSONS DATES

# SESSIONS

October 14 - December 16 No classes on November 11

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Check out our Registration tips on page 18.

If you’ve never taken lessons with us before, ask a Lifeguard how to get your child assessed.

SATURDAY 9:00 a.m.

9:15 a.m.

Swimmer 3

Swimmer 4

Swimmer 5-6

9:30 a.m.

9:45 a.m.

10:00 a.m.

Swimmer 5 & 6

10:45 a.m.

11:00 a.m.

Crab

Swimmer 2

Swimmer 1

Sea Lion

Crab

Swimmer 3

Swimmer 4

P&T - Goldfish

Narwhal

P&T - Seahorse

Octopus

P&T-Jellyfish

Swimmer 2

Swimmer 1

Sea Lion

Orca

P&T - Seahorse

10:15 a.m.

10:30 a.m.

Orca

Swimmer 7 to 9 Swimmer 3

11:15 a.m.

11:30 a.m.

11:45 a.m.

SUNDAY LESSONS

SUNDAY

DATES

# SESSIONS

October 15 - December 17 No classes on November 12

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9:00 a.m.

9:15 a.m.

9:30 a.m.

9:45 a.m.

WAITLIST NOTIFICATIONS

10:00 a.m.

See page 13 for waitlist details.

10:15 a.m.

Octopus

Crab

Orca

Sea Lion

Swimmer 3

Swimmer 1

10:45 a.m.

If it becomes apparent on Day 1 that a child has been registered in a swim level they are not ready for (ie: registered in Swimmer 3 and have not completed Swimmer 2), one of our supervisors will speak with the parent and the child will have to be withdrawn from lessons.

11:00 a.m.

Swimmer 2

Set 2: Nov 19-Dec 17 Learn More on Page 14

10:30 a.m.

PLEASE NOTE:

Bronze Star Set 1: Oct 15-Nov 5

Swimmer 4

SUNDAY AFTERNOON 6:15 p.m.

6:30 p.m.

Adult Basics

6:45 p.m.

7:00 p.m.

7:15 p.m.

7:30 p.m.

Adult Basics

Looking for swim lessons for Youth aged 13 - 18yrs?

Get more info on pages 20 & 22!

HOT TIPS FOR REGISTRATION DAY

PROGRAMS ARE VISIBLE ONLINE ONE WEEK BEFORE REGISTRATION DAY.

Use this time to practice navigating, see all that is on offer and make sure everything in your account is working well for you before Day 1.

What you see on your desktop is slightly different on your cell phone – practice navigating on the one you’ll be using.

Customer Service experiences a notable increase in phone call volume on Registration Day and return phone messages in the order received.

REGISTRATION ALWAYS BEGINS AT 8 A.M.

Your system may need to be refreshed at 8 a.m. if you logged in too early.

DATE FIELD:

Courses appear in order of start date. Because our current season’s programs will still be happening, they appear first. Either scroll down to find the upcoming season’s courses OR use the “Date Range” field and put the Registration Day 1 date in the first date field. Leave the second date field as the default setting. Each season’s Registration Day 1 can have start dates happening 2 or 3 months later.

If you’re looking up an activity like Preschool Swim Lessons that have more than 50 offerings in a season, you can put in the Lesson Set start date to skip right to Set 2 or Set 3.

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DID YOU KNOW? You can sync your Family Schedule to your personal calendar (Apple, Outlook, Google, etc) 1. Be in the Family Schedule 2. Switch to List View 3. Click on “Actions” column beside the program name 4. Select “Add to Calendar” Check out Registration FAQs at www.squamish.ca/rec for more tips and tricks!

HOT TIPS FOR REGISTRATION DAY

HOW TO LOOK UP YOUR CHILD’S LEVEL 1. Log in to the registration system and select your child’s name.

3. Look in the “Created Date” column for the most recent class.

2. Click on “Activity Outcomes”

4. Look under “Comments” for the correct level.

5. When registering, prompts will also pop up to help

YOUR CHILD’S BIRTHDAY & SWIM LESSONS

Children must be the minimum age of the level on or before the first swim lesson of the set to be able to register.

Creating a duplicate account to change your child’s birthday will result in immediate removal from the class with freezing of account/s until a birth certificate can be presented verifying the correct date/age of participant.

If you have any questions or would like assistance finding the right program for you and your family, please reach out to us at 604.898.3604

NEW FOR THIS SEASON! There are now three levels of Parent & Tot swim lessons: Jellyfish (3 - 12m) Goldfish (12m - 24m) Seahorse (24m - 36m)

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FALL PROGRAMS AT A GLANCE

13 YOUTH 18 PROGRAMS CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS

Youth develop important life skills, build confidence, meet new people, and earn certifications to put on their resume.

We offer a range of leadership and training opportunities to help youth build confidence, gain valuable life skills and earn specialized certifications needed for employment.

BR1 Bronze Medallion

Develop water rescue skills & judgement while learning lifesaving, first aid and CPR skills.

BR2 Bronze Cross

Learn to perform even more complex lifesaving rescues, first aid and CPR skills.

Emergency First Aid/OFA Level 1

National Lifeguard

Teamwork, leadership, communication, and prevention are emphasized. Skills practice and simulations build and prepare you for an exciting and rewarding job.

Swim For Life Instructor

Learn to teach all ages and abilities to swim so you can have a fun, rewarding, well-paying job.

Standard First Aid/OFA Level 1

Train for employment or simply to be prepared for lifethreatening emergencies. All EFA content plus dealing with more complex medical emergencies.

SPORTS

NEW! Pickleball

Hands-on training and practice in basic first aid gives you confidence to respond effectively in an emergency.

Teen Pickleballers, this course is for you. Coach Jesse will share insider tips & tricks with a focus on fun and play.

HIGH FIVE®

YOUTH POOL TAKEOVER

Plan to work with children (ie. camp counselor, sport coach)? Learn activities, tips, and resources specific to working with ages 4 to 12.

Lifesaving Instructor

Learn techniques and approaches required to teach and evaluate water rescue, first aid and related aquatic skills.

Every last Saturday of the month is Youth Night at the pool.

IF YOU ARE 12 TO 15 YEARS OLD AND MISSED YOUR CHANCE TO BECOME A STRONGER SWIMMER... CHECK OUT TWO NEW YOUTH PROGRAMS: SWIM LESSONS AND SWIM TO SURVIVE.

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CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS

Certification Program

Age

Home Alone

10-12yrs

Babysitter Training

11-14yrs

Leadership Course-Level 1

11-13yrs

Bronze Star

11-13yrs

Leadership Course-Level 2

13-14yrs

Bronze Medallion

Fall

Winter

Spring

October 5 November 9 October 12-26 November 16-30

a

a

a

a

Summer

a October 15 - November 5 November 19 - December 17

a

13yrs+

October 11-25

Bronze Cross

14yrs+

October 25 to November 8

Emergency First Aid

14yrs+

November 15 & 16

Standard First Aid

14yrs+

November 25 & December 2

a a a a

New* Leadership Course-Level 3

15-16yrs

New* Lifesaving Instructor

15yrs+

Swim for Life Instructor

15yrs+

National Lifeguard

15yrs+

HIGHFIVE®

16yrs+

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November 20 to December 13

September 17

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Foundry Sea to Sky

Integrated health and social service youth centre providing peer support, social services, mental health and substance use counselling.

Walk in support is free, confidential, and ensures that youth accessing supports are provided with welcoming, inclusive, and accessible service. Visit during walk-in hours, no appointment needed. Hours vary, please check out our website for latest information.

Programs and Services for Youth 12 to 24

Squamish Youth Services

The Youth Hub at Foundry Sea to Sky is a free, welcoming, and safe place for all young people to casually connect. With a pool/ping pong table, video games, crafts, board games, snacks, and more! Open Thursday, Friday, Saturday 3-7pm. Closed on Holidays.

Youth Services team also offers registered programs, out trips to fun places, life skills workshops, and events. We've got tons for youth to do this summer!

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19 ADULTS + AND SENIORS New programs are always being added as we find Instructors who want to share their passion and knowledge. Looking for something different?

Want to offer something different? Let us know.

CLASS 4 DRIVERS COURSE - VOLUNTEER DRIVERS WANTED

Whistler Driving School covers general orientation, pretrip Inspection, practice time 1-on-1 with Instructor plus use of a vehicle for the Road Test. Road Test fee is separate.

Consider a commitment to volunteer drive six Recreation Services Bus Trips by Dec 2024. Rec Services will reimburse as follows: 50% of course + test after completion of third bus trip, the other 50% after sixth bus trip. Pre-approval and original receipts required for reimbursement.

If you already have your Class 4 & would like to volunteer, contact sbrown@squamish.ca

ARENA

Women’s Hockey Skill Development Program

Focus is on introductory skill development such as skating, shooting, and passing as well as learning the rules and fundamentals of the game.

Women’s Ice Circuit Training

Not ready to jump into our hockey programs but looking for a different type of workout? We mix skating drills with strength training on ice for fun interval training.

ART

Beginner Watercolour Painting 55yrs+

Discover different ways to use watercolour. Become comfortable with various approaches and styles of using the paint and brushes.

DANCE - DROP-INS WELCOME!

Clogging

Instructor Sharon Slater leads beginners in this fun dance style with an added touch.

International Dance FREE!

A fun & exciting class that explores forms of dance from various cultures. Individuals and pairs welcome.

Latin Dance

Time to move those hips! No partner required. We rotate partners during classes.

Line Dancing

Choreographed steps done to a specific piece of music.

Start out with basic steps and, as dancers progress, more advanced steps are added.

Swing Dance

It don’t mean a thing if you ain’t got that swing! No partner required. We rotate partners during classes.

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19 ADULTS + AND SENIORS DROP-IN SPORTS

Badminton, Disc Golf, Indoor Soccer, Pickleball, Ping Pong, Volleyball

These drop-in sessions are great for players of all abilities and experience levels. Everyone welcome! Options range from social play to more competitive.

2SLGBTQIA+ Badminton - ALL AGES!

2SLGBTQIA+ Queer Badminton drop-in is a fully inclusive place for anyone to come and enjoy 1.5 hours of music and badminton. This drop-in is open to all skill levels, all ages, and allies are welcome to join.

EDUCATION

Aromatherapy & The Art of Blending

Discover an alternative form of healing with plant-derived aromatic essences. Create your own synergy blend, roll-on, massage oil, solid scent perfume & more.

Mommy & Me Skincare

Get your botanical baby off to a great start and pamper yourself. Learn to make a variety of natural care products for baby and Mommy.

Bath Product & Soap Making

Make a variety of soap, tub fizzers, bath salts and bars.

Recipes included for other homemade products, such as laundry soap and shampoo.

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FITNESS AQUATIC

Aquafit – Deep Water Running

A low impact workout, targeting weekly increases of intensity through formats, intervals & pyramids.

Aquafit – Tabata – Deep Water

Interval training: 20 seconds high intensity, 10 seconds rest. Blast away calories & increase endurance.

Squamish Adult Swim Club

Improve strokes, build endurance, minimize injury-all in a fun, social & rewarding environment.

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Dance Fitness Drop-ins welcome

An easy, fun and effective way to get a workout while dancing. No dance experience required. Three courses of different intensities available.

Intro to Roller Skating

Learn the basics of recreational skating: balance, strides and stopping. A great place to start if you’re interested in roller derby, or want to brush up on your skating skills.

Pickleball - All Ladies Club

Looking to gain some confidence in your play? Femaleidentifying players, this is your opportunity to practice, fine tune your skills and have fun.

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19 ADULTS + AND SENIORS Pickleball - Intro Clinic

The Spin Crowd

Pickleball - Skills & Drills

Zumba Toning Drop-ins welcome

New to the sport? This 3-hour session teaches the fundamentals of the fastest growing racket sport in North America.

Groundstrokes, serve and return, controlled shots and drops, volleys, lobs: practice these essential skills through drills in preparation for active play.

Spin - Rise and Shine

Early risers, you are in for an amazing ride. Be done your workout before your day begins. Focus on hills, drills and endurance with Top 40’s music.

60 minutes of music to help forget it’s a work out. All levels welcome in this high energy class that’ll knock your socks off.

A vigorous workout using sticks to add elements of strength training to dance moves.

FITNESS OUTDOOR

Intro To Trail Running

Get off the road & onto Squamish trails. Start on flat and progress to slight inclines.

Spin - 360

This class is for everyone. Individuals, Beginners, Parents or Caregivers – and their littles! We keep the class size small to accommodate participants with non-mobile babies.

INTERESTED IN NORDIC WALKING/SOCIAL HIKING?

Both offer the opportunity to exercise while enjoying the splendor of Squamish’s trail network. Nordic results in a full body workout using both your upper and lower muscles as we walk. Social Hiking lets you start on flat trails and progress to slight inclines. Interested in a Fall program? Contact recreation@squamish.ca or chat with Customer Service.

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19 ADULTS + AND SENIORS FITNESS THERAPEUTIC

FAME for Stroke

The Fitness and Mobility Exercise Program is designed specifically to improve fitness, mobility and strength for individuals affected by stroke.

Neuro-fit

Circuit-based exercise aims to optimize the health of neurological systems. Ideal for individuals affected by stroke, acquired brain injury, MS, Parkinson’s or spinal cord injury.

GET IN THE KNOW! Did you know that Recreation & Culture Services frequently adds programs throughout the season?

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Re-fit Active Aging Circuit

Designed for adults with chronic joint conditions or those having difficulty with mobility: decreased walking tolerance, difficulty with stairs, tripping or falling.

Tai Chi - Gentle

This Tai Chi-inspired fitness program includes soft and flowing movements designed to enhance balance, coordination and concentration.

Healthy Hearts

Focus on the self-management of your heart health with an 8-week educational series, with exercise. Call 604-8922293 for details.

SWIM LESSONS

Sunday evenings are for Adults to learn to swim or improve their skills. Learn floats and glides, or master any stroke you choose.

YOGA

Lengthen & Stengthen Yoga (55yrs+) Drop-ins welcome

Incorporates Hatha and Yin yoga with a mindful flow of postures and breath work.

55+ DETAILED

FALL PROGRAMS In order to provide our 55+ community with the option to view our fall programs in a convenient and familiar format, the details of each program are included on the following pages.

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55 DROP-IN + PROGRAMS DROP-IN: PAW GROOMING

Drop-in only, no appointments.

Pet grooming service now available at The 55!

Bring your pet for nail clipping, dry paw cleaning and a tick check. Seniors 55yrs+ get a 50% discount.

Barn Dog Grooming

Saturday September 9 $20 October 14 $20 November 18 $20 December 9 $20 9:15 a.m.-12 p.m.

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Self-led drop-in activities are opportunities to visit with other seniors who share your interest and want to contribute knowledge for things like art, cards or sewing.

Drop-in payment and sign-in is required in order to participate.

Please pay in-person at Customer Service.

No drop-in programs on Statutory holidays.

Please note that the 55+ Card discount only applies to registered programs. The discount does not apply to any drop-Ins.

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55 DROP-IN + PROGRAM SCHEDULE Self-led drop-in activities at The 55 Activity Centre

WHAT

WHEN

TIME

Carpet Bowling

Fridays

1:45-3:45 p.m.

Crib Club

Thursdays

1-3 p.m.

Paint & Sketch

Wednesdays

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Sewing & Quilting

Fridays

10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Pre-paid drop-in Activity Cafe activities at Westwinds

Mondays & Fridays

PRICE

9 a.m.-2 p.m.

$2 $5 for single day OR register for full season

Squamish Active Seniors Society (yes, that’s SASS) provides coffee and a socializing opportunity for the 55yrs+ community. There will also be an assortment of games such as carpet bowling, floor curling, cards, board games, chess, etc. Pre-pay online, in-person at The 55 Activity Centre or at Brennan Park Customer Service. Payment cannot be accepted at Westwinds. Pre-pay for the full season for a discounted rate!

Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays

8-9 a.m.

Tuesdays & Thursdays

12-1 p.m.

Overtime Hockey 60yrs+

Wednesdays

11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Fridays

10:45 a.m.-12 p.m.

Seniors Social on Ice

Wednesdays

9:45-10:45 a.m.

Pickup at The 55 & Westwinds

Tuesdays

Departs at 11:20 a.m.

Wednesdays

Departs at 7:20 a.m.

Pickup at Brennan Park

Tuesdays

Returns at 1:25 p.m.

Wednesdays

Returns at 9:25 a.m.

Aquafit Drop-in activities at Brennan Park

NEW! Shuttle Bus

Regular admission rates apply

$5.50 per day

Starting October 10, a shuttle bus will take registered passengers to and from Brennan Park Recreation. Arrive in time to join aquafit, lane swim or soak in the hot tub. Free activities could include a self-guided walk around the fields or nearby trails. Register online, in-person at The 55 Activity Centre or at Brennan Park Customer Service.

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55 DETAILED + FALL PROGRAMS ART

Beginner Watercolour Painting

Discover ways to use watercolour. Become comfortable with various approaches and styles of using the paint and brushes.

This course requires specific art supplies that you purchase separately. You can buy them yourself or you can make arrangements with the instructor to buy them from her.

See Customer Service for supply list.

Westwinds

$90 $90

Flower Bouquet Workshop Professional florist, Bernadette will lead students in creating their own fresh seasonal flower bouquet to take home. Students must supply their own vase.

Westwinds Bernadette Fischer Thursdays September 28 $36.75 October 26 $36.75 December 7 $36.75 9:30-11 a.m.

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Join us on our 55yrs+ Bus Trips to various destinations in the Lower Mainland. Dates, times, and prices vary by destination. Trips are either “Choose Your Own Adventure” (transportation only) with approx. 3 hours at your leisure in destination, or “Special Package” (inclusive of an admission ticket) to a specific event.

Trip details are available on the monthly 55yrs+ Program calendar. See Customer Service desk for a printed list.

DANCE

Louise Kilby Thursdays September 21 - October 26 November 9 - December 14 12-2 p.m.

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Clogging (55yrs+) Drop-ins welcome.

A fun dance style with an added touch. Beginners will learn movements to create audible rhythms to different types of music.

The 55 Activity Centre Sharon Slater

Wednesdays September 20 - December 20 1-3 p.m.

$32.20

International Dance (19yrs+) FREE! A fun & exciting class that explores forms of dance from various cultures. Everyone 19+ and Drop-Ins welcome. Please note change of location for Fall 2023.

Brennan Park Recreation Centre Judith Vetsch & Patrick Macnamara Tuesdays September 26 - November 28 7-8:30 p.m.

FREE

Line Dancing-Beginner (55yrs+) Drop-ins welcome.

Line Dancing is choreographed steps done to a specific piece of music. This program starts out with basic steps, and as dancers progress, more advanced steps are added in.

The 55 Activity Centre Sharon Slater Wednesdays September 20 - December 20 10-11 a.m.

$32.50

Line Dancing (55yrs+) Drop-ins welcome.

This program builds on the basic steps learned in the Beginner class.

The 55 Activity Centre Sharon Slater Wednesdays September 20 - December 20 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

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EDUCATIONAL

French Conversation FREE!

This class is designed for people 55yrs+ with experience speaking French and who wish to refresh their ability.

Please note that this is not a beginner course and that the entire class is conducted in French. Registration required.

The 55 Activity Centre Judith Vetsch and Patrick Macnamara Thursdays September 28 - November 30 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

FREE

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Active Living Fitness (55yrs+) Drop-ins welcome space permitting Maximize your week with a full-body workout catered to those 55yrs+. Mild cardio, strengthening, balance and mobility work followed by a cool-down stretch.

The 55 Activity Centre Cindy Palmer Tuesdays September 19 - October 24 October 31 - December 12 9-10 a.m.

$54 $63

$32.50

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55 KEEP FIT + FALL PROGRAMS Stay in shape with a variety of fitness classes taught by certified fitness instructor, Krizti Richterne! These programs are designed for those 55yrs+ and can be adapted to all levels of ability.

Programs run on Tuesdays, Thursdays or Fridays and there are three date sets to choose from. Consult the dates below then find the program on page 33 or 34 that suits you the best.

Detailed descriptions and the start time of each program can be found in the following pages.

Tuesdays

Thursdays

Friday

Set 1

October 3 - 31 $30

October 5 - November 2 $30

October 6 - November 3 $30

Set 2

November 7 - 28 $24

November 9 - 30 $24

November 10 - December 1 $24

Set 3

December 5 - 19 $18

December 7 - 21 $18

December 8 - 22 $18

*ALL KEEP FIT PROGRAMS TAKE PLACE AT THE 55 ACTIVITY CENTRE

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FITNESS INDOOR: KEEP FIT Balance & Strength

Low-intensity strength training workout using resistance bands, light weights, balance exercises and stretching.

Tuesdays 9 -10 a.m.

Thursdays 9 -10 a.m.

Balance and Stretching: Chair

Balance training while seated to improve stability and help prevent falls.

Fridays

Chair Fit

Low-intensity workout while seated combines cardio, strength and flexibility, with resistance bands & light weights.

Tuesdays 1-2 p.m.

Thursdays 1-2 p.m.

Full Body Fusion

Combines Pilates principles with ballet-inspired moves and strength training.

10:35 - 11:35 a.m.

Tuesdays

Balance and Stretching: Floor Work

Thursdays

Balance training to improve stability and help prevent falls; includes getting down on the floor.

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Fridays

11:40 a.m. - 12:40 p.m.

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FITNESS INDOOR: KEEP FIT

30/30/30

30 minutes of low-impact cardio and lower body strengthening, 30 minutes of core work and 30 minutes of balance & stretching exercises.

Fridays

9-10:30 a.m.

Men on the Move

Low-intensity strength training circuit for men that includes aerobics, strength, training, coordination, balance, stretching and a whole lot of laughter! It is a perfect fit for those who would not generally participate in fitness classes.

Tuesdays

10:15-11:15 a.m.

Thursdays

10:15-11:15 a.m.

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INTERESTED IN NORDIC WALKING/ SOCIAL HIKING?

Both offer the opportunity to exercise while enjoying the splendor of Squamish’s trail network. Nordic results in a full body workout using both your upper and lower muscles as we walk. Social Hiking lets you start on flat trails and progress to slight inclines.

Interested in a Fall program? Contact recreation@squamish.ca or chat with Customer Service.

55+ FITNESS THERAPEUTIC

55 FITNESS + THERAPEUTIC All Neuro-Fit, Re-Fit and FAME classes require a doctor’s referral and completed information package prior to registration. All therapeutic programs are open to people 19 years and older. Call 604.898.3604 or email recreation@squamish.ca to see if these programs are right for you.

FAME for Stroke

Neuro-Fit

Mondays & Wednesdays September 18 - December 13 $161 No classes October 2, 9 and November 13 1-2 p.m.

Mondays & Wednesdays September 18 - December 13 $161 No classes October 2, 9 and November 13

The Fitness and Mobility Exercise Program is designed specifically to improve fitness, mobility and strength for individuals affected by stroke.

Westwinds

Healthy Hearts

Focus on the self-management of your heart health with an 8-week educational series, with exercise. Contact VCH Home and Community Care Clerk, Sally Nand at 604.892.2293 (ext. 251), or email saileshni.nand@vch.ca for more information.

Westwinds Thursdays September 21 - November 9 9:30-11:30 a.m.

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In partnership with VCH, the program is for individuals affected by stroke, acquired brain injury, MS, Parkinson’s or spinal cord injury.

Westwinds

9-10 a.m.

10:15-11:15 a.m.

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Re-fit Active Aging Circuit

Designed for adults with chronic joint conditions or those experiencing decreased walking tolerance, tripping or falling. Improve strength and mobility for optimal balance and function.

Westwinds Tuesdays & Thursdays September 21 - December 14 11:50 a.m.-12:50 p.m.

1-2 p.m.

$175

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FITNESS THERAPEUTIC

YOGA

Tai Chi - Gentle (55yrs+)

Lengthen & Strengthen Yoga Drop-ins welcome.

This Tai Chi inspired fitness program includes soft and flowing movements designed to enhance balance, coordination, and concentration.

The 55 Activity Centre Kriszti Richterne

Incorporates Hatha and Yin yoga with a mindful flow of postures and breath work.

The 55 Activity Centre Michelle Precourt

Tuesdays October 3 - December 19 2:15-3:15 p.m.

$78

Fridays September 15 - October 27 12:45-1:30 p.m.

$84

Thursdays October 5 - December 21 2:15-3:15 p.m.

$78

Fridays November 3 - December 15 12:45-1:30 p.m.

$84

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55+ PARTNERSHIP PROGRAMS

55 PARTNERSHIP + PROGRAMS Caregiver Support Group Trained volunteers from the Hospice Society offer practical and emotional support to caregivers. Drop-in to this welcoming space to socialize and for support in a group setting. Call 604.892.6051 (ext 5) for details.

The 55 Activity Centre Sea to Sky Hospice Last Tuesday of the Month September 26 October 31 November 28 1-2:30 p.m.

FREE FREE FREE

Mental Health MBCT (Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy) group-based therapy workshop to learn mindfulness meditation skills and cognitive behavioral therapy skills. The program is intended for patients who have suffered from recurrent depression, chronic illness, or anxiety. Call 778.894.3200 to register.

The 55 Activity Centre Vancouver Coastal Health Wednesdays September 6 - December 13 1-4 p.m.

FREE

Changeways For older adults, developed using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), sessions focus on the link between thoughts, health, emotions, and behaviours.

Call 778.894.3200 to register.

Westwinds Vancouver Coastal Health

O.W.L.S Mental Health Community Program provided by VCH, facilitated by Occupational Therapists, Mental Health Workers and supported by dedicated peer workers and volunteers. Call 778.894.3200 to register.

The 55 Activity Centre Vancouver Coastal Health

Tuesdays September 12 - November 21 FREE 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

Tuesdays September 5 - December 19 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

FREE

Estate Planning Free lunch & learn presentation about Estate Planning for the 55yrs+ community. Brought to you by Sea to Sky Community Services’ Better at Home. Registration required.

The 55 Activity Centre Squamish Community Foundation Tuesday September 19 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

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INTERESTED IN SHARING YOUR PASSION WITH THE COMMUNITY? BECOME A CONTRACT INSTRUCTOR Squamish Recreation and Culture is looking for passionate, fun and community-minded individuals with the skills, knowledge and qualifications to instruct group programs, workshops or single/onetime events.

If you arre interested in teaching art, music and/or dance, we would love to hear from you.

Learn more: squamish.ca/contractinstructors

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Bring it to the Repair Café

October 14 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The 55 Activity Centre Visit squamish.ca/repair-cafe to learn how it works and what you can bring!