2023 Spring Program Guide

SQUAMISH RECREATION AND CULTURE

2023

SPRING PROGRAM GUIDE

REGISTRATION BEGINS MARCH 15 8 A.M.

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USEFUL INFORMATION

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 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.

• 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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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, 2022-Aug 31, 2023).

Memberships are mandatory and non-refundable.

(Not required if you purchased a full membership in Fall 2022)

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.

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.

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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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SPRING 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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SPRING 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

Parent & Baby Gymnastics (6-18m)

Exploration and discovery of fundamental movement through imaginative play.

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

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

Parent & Tot Transition Gymnastics (3y)

Explore and develop physical literacy, movement

fundamentals and beginner techniques, while preparing to participate independently in future sessions.

PLAY PROGRAMS

Little Sneakers Gym (1-5y)

Come play, explore and move your body in our playground filled with slides, climbers, riding toys, sports equipment and more!

Mini Sneakers (1-3y)

A smaller take on our ‘Little Sneakers’ program. Enjoy being physically active in a social environment filled with slides, soft blocks, balls, tunnels, and more!

Tot Riders (1-5y)

Zoom around the gym on our ride-on cars and trikes.

You can bring your own run-bike & helmet too.

SWIM LESSONS See Pages 32 and 33

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SPRING 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

Come learn the FUNdamentals of skating! This beginnerlevel skating teaches skills using engaging themes, games, and songs.

GYMNASTICS

Preschool Independent Gymnastics (4y)

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

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LEAP

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

PRIVATE LESSONS-SKATING

An opportunity for your child to receive one-on-one guidance from a skating instructor as they develop skills and confidence to have fun on the ice.

SWIM LESSONS

See Pages 32 and 33.

WAITLIST NOTIFICATIONS

WAITLIST NOTIFICATIONS All waitlisted participants offered a space on a course are contacted by automated email. Customers have a maximum of 48 hours to accept or decline before it is automatically declined and offered to the next waitlisted person. To ensure you see these emails, add communication@squamish.ca to your Contacts and/or Safe Senders list. Also check your Junk/Spam folder for emails from communication@squamish. ca and mark as “Not Junk”. These steps help the automated notifications make it to your inbox where you can see and respond before your offered spot expires.

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DID YOU KNOW? There are additional tips to get you ready for registration day on pages 34 and 35?

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

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SPRING PROGRAMS AT A GLANCE

5 SCHOOL 12 AGE

ARENA

Girls Hockey Program (8yrs+)

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

Skating-School Age Lessons

Come learn the FUNdamentals of skating with us! No prior experience is required in this beginner-level program.

Skills are taught using engaging themes and games.

Squamish Womens Hockey Academy Private Lessons Interested in arranging a 1-1 or semi-private session with an experienced coach to work on specific on-ice goals and skill development? Then this program is for you!

BIKING

After School Rides (7 to 12yrs)

Develop mountain biking skills in a fun and safe environment. We explore a variety of trails that are appropriate for the groups’ overall riding ability. *Please note this is not a beginner learn to ride program.

Camps-Pro D Bike Camp

Come ride with us on your day off! The day will be filled with trail exploration, skills development and, of course, fun.

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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.

CAMPS-PRO D

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

CERTIFICATIONS (10+ YRS)

Home Alone (10 to 12yrs)

Is your 10 to 12 year-old ready to be home alone?

We’ll prepare them to feel safe and confident at home on their own.

Bronze Star (11 to 13yrs)

Come have a blast in the pool while developing problem-solving, basic lifesaving & resuscitation

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 and skills.

DANCE GROOVE

Get a fun, low-impact workout while dancing! We use easy-to follow steps and explore different styles using a variety of great music.

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5 SCHOOL 12 AGE

Gymnastics Freestyle FUNdamentals

SOMETHING MORE, SOMETHING LESS?

Squamish Gymnastics Achievement Program

We want to hear from you. We are working on inclusionary practices for summer camps 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

GYMNASTICS

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

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

SPORTS

Floor Hockey

Floor hockey skills, drills, and fun! Each session includes a simple warm-up and a focus on fundamental movement skills and modified training activities.

SWIM LESSONS

See Pages 32 and 33

VIRTUAL REALITY

Explore far away planets, take part in a peaceful meditation session, or create your own masterpiece. It’s an immersive, family-friendly entertainment experience.

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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

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

HIGH FIVE®

Plan to work with children (ie. camp counselor, sport coach)? Learn activities, tips and resources specific to working with ages 6 to 12.

National Lifeguard

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

Swim & Lifesaving Instructor

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

Standard First Aid/Worksafe BC OFA Level 1

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

YOUTH POOL TAKEOVER

Join us Saturday, May 6 for a special Youth Night celebrating BC Youth Week.

MY CHILD IS 13 YEARS OLD AND WANTS TO IMPROVE THEIR SWIMMING ABILITY...

CALL 604.898.3604 AND WE WILL HELP FIGURE OUT THE BEST COURSE FOR YOU.

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CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS

Certification Program

Age

Fall

Winter

Home Alone

10-12 yrs

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Babysitter Training

11-14 yrs

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Leadership Course-Level 1

11-13 yrs

Bronze Star

11-13 yrs

Leadership Course-Level 2

13-14 yrs

Bronze Medallion

13+ yrs

a a a a a

Bronze Cross-

14+ yrs

Emergency First Aid (two-day course)

14+ yrs

Standard First Aid

14+ yrs

New* Leadership Course-Level 3

15-16 yrs

Swim and Lifesaving Instructor

15+ yrs

National Lifeguard

15+ yrs

HIGHFIVE®

16+ yrs

a a

Spring

Summer

Multiple Dates Multiple Dates

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May 16-30

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June 6-20

a a

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May 4 and May 11 April 22 and April 29

April 4-27

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June TBD

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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.

ARENA

Women’s Beginner 101 Intermediate Hockey 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? Just looking for a different type of workout? We got you! Incorporate skating drills with strength training stations on ice for fun interval training.

ART

Beginner Watercolour Painting

This class introduces you to different styles and techniques of watercolor painting and aims to help you develop your own style while having fun learning to paint. Have a favorite photo you’d love to paint? Bring it along to the first class.

DANCE

International Dance FREE!

A fun and exciting class where that explores international forms of dance. Sign up for all classes or drop-in.

Salsa/Latin Drop-ins welcome

Time to move those hips! No partner is required as we rotate partners during classes.

Swing and West Coast Swing Drop-ins welcome

You ain’t got a thing if you ain’t got that swing!

No partner required. We rotate partners during classes.

DROP-IN SPORTS

Badminton, Pickleball, Volleyball

Whether singles or doubles, these drop-in sessions are great for players of all abilities and experience levels.

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19 ADULTS + AND SENIORS 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.

FITNESS OUTDOOR

Intro To Trail Running

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

Nordic Walking

Come get a full body workout by using both your upper and lower body muscles as we walk around local paths and trails in Squamish.

Social Hiking and Walking Program

FITNESS INDOOR

Join us as we discover local Squamish trails-rain or shine. We offer a variety for every fitness level, sign up for one or all. Pre-registration is required.

Looking for a fun way to stay active? This cardio intensive workout makes you sweat and keeps you smiling with edgy, sassy, and exciting music and choreography!

ROLLER SKATING

Dance Fitness

Intro to Roller Skating

Spin-Rise and Shine

Learn balance, strides and stops that prepare you to join roller derby or enjoy other forms of recreational skating.

Spin-Parent and Tot

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

The Spin Crowd

A vigorous workout using sticks to add elements of strength training to dance moves targeting zones (arms, core & lower body).

Early risers, you are in for an amazing ride! Complete your workout before your day begins. This class will focus on hills, drills and endurance with Top 40 music.

Bring your little one with you (up to 2 years old). This class allows parents to get into a cycle workout while attending to their baby/tot’s needs.

SWIM LESSONS

ZUMBA TONING

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.

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55+ DETAILED

SPRING 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+ DETAILED SPRING PROGRAMS

55 DROP-IN + PROGRAMS Self-led 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.

All drop-ins are $2.

No drop-in programs on Statutory holidays

PAINT & SKETCH

Wednesdays 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

$2 per session

CRIB CLUB

Thursdays 1-3 p.m.

$2 per session

SEWING & QUILTING

Fridays 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

$2 per session

55+ Card

Please note that the 55+ Card discount only applies to registered programs.

Discounts are not applied to any drop in programs.

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BUS TRIPS 55+

Watercolour Painting

Come join us for our 55+ Bus Trips! Whether you prefer a cost-inclusive itinerary, or a casual choose-your-own adventure, we have plenty of day-trips planned to suit everyone!

Each course requires specific art supplies. You can pre-purchase a non-refundable kit at the time of registration or source your own supplies before Day 1.

See Customer Service for supply list..

RECREATION STAFF DRIVER

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

The 55 Activity Centre Louise Kilby

Introduction to Watercolour Painting Wednesdays April 5-26 6-8 p.m.

$60

Beginner Watercolour Painting May 10-June 28 6-8 p.m.

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- planned activities are included in the price - support at destination

VOLUNTEER DRIVER - choose your own adventure-the bus gets you there - subject to driver availability - lower cost due to volunteer commitment - approx. 3 hours at your leisure in destination Trip details are available on the monthly 55+ Program calendar, a printed list can be picked up at our Customer Service desk.

DANCE INSTRUCTIONAL

International Dance (19+yrs) FREE! A fun and exciting class that explores international forms of dance. Sign up for all classes or drop-in.

Everyone 19+ welcome.

The 55 Activity Centre Judith Vetsch & Patrick Macnamara Tuesday April 4-May 23 7-8:30 p.m.

FREE

Line Dancing-Beginner (55+) 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 Wednesday April 5-May 24 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

Wednesday April 19-May 24 8-9 p.m.

$72

Swing and West Coast Swing (19+yrs) Drop-ins welcome.

You ain’t got a thing if you ain’t got that swing!

No partner required. We rotate partners during classes.

The 55 Activity Centre Gerald Cote Wednesday April 19-May 24 7-8 p.m.

$72

$20

EDUCATIONAL

Line Dancing-Level 2 (55+) Drop-ins welcome.

Build on the basic steps learned in the Beginner Level with more advanced moves.

The 55 Activity Centre Sharon Slater Wednesday April 5-May 24 1-2 p.m.

Salsa/Latin (19+yrs) Drop-ins welcome Time to move those hips! No partner is required as we rotate partners during classes.

The 55 Activity Centre Gerald Cote

$20

French Conversation FREE!

This class is designed for people 55y+ with some 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.

The 55 Activity Centre Judith Vetsch and Patrick Macnamara Thursday Apr 6-May 25 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

FREE (registration required)

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55+ DETAILED SPRING PROGRAMS

55 DETAILED + SPRING PROGRAMS FITNESS INDOOR KEEP FIT Balance & Strength

Low-intensity workout, paired with strength training using resistance bands, light weights and balance exercises. It also includes a cool down with floor work and stretching.

The 55 Activity Centre Kriszti Richterne

Tuesdays

Men in Motion

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.

The 55 Activity Centre Kriszti Richterne

Apr 4 -25 9-10 a.m.

$24

May 2-30 9-10 a.m.

$30

Apr 4 -25 10:15-11:15 a.m.

$24

Jun 6-27 9-10 a.m.

$24

May 2-30 10:15-11:15 a.m.

$30

Jun 6-27 10:15-11:15 a.m.

$24

Thursdays

Tuesdays

Apr 6-27 9-10 a.m.

$24

May 4-25 9-10 a.m.

$24

Apr 6-27 10:15-11:15 a.m.

$24

Jun 1-29 9-10 a.m.

$30

May 4-25 10:15-11:15 a.m.

$24

Jun 1-29 10:15-11:15 a.m.

$30

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FITNESS INDOOR KEEP FIT Slow Flow

Slow Flow is a low-impact beginner-friendly full body workout using the wall. From injury prevention to rehab, we will work on improving balance, stability, and flexibility over time.

The 55 Activity Centre Kriszti Richterne

Tuesdays

Apr 4 -25 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

$24

May 2-30 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

$30

Jun 6-27 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

$24

Full Body Fusion

Full Body Fusions is based on Pilates’ principles combined with ballet-inspired moves and strength training. Benefits include strengthening muscles that are required to maintain

Thursdays

Apr 6-27 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

$24

May 4-25 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

$24

Jun 1-29 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

$30

Chair Fit

Low intensity workout combines cardio, strength and flexibility, with resistance bands & light weights to give you a workout without being on your feet. A perfect exercise class for anyone who needs a very low intensity workout.

The 55 Activity Centre Kriszti Richterne

Tuesdays

Apr 4 -25 1-2 p.m.

$24

May 2-30 1-2 p.m.

$30

Jun 6-27 1-2 p.m.

$24

Thursdays

Apr 6-27 1-2 p.m.

$24

May 4-25 1-2 p.m.

$24

Jun 1-29 1-2 p.m.

$30

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FITNESS INDOOR KEEP FIT Balance and Stretching: Chair

20/20/20

The ultimate training that includes everything in just one hour! 20 minutes of low-impact cardio and lower body strengthening, 20 minutes of core work and then 20 minutes of balance and stretching exercises. It will improve your balance, strength and range of motion, and also help to prevent injuries.

The 55 Activity Centre Kriszti Richterne

Fridays

Apr 7-28 9-10 a.m.

$24

May 5-26 9-10 a.m.

$24

Jun 2-30 9-10 a.m.

$30

Balance training involves doing exercises that strengthen the muscles that help keep you upright, including your legs and core. These kinds of exercises can improve stability and help prevent falls.

The 55 Activity Centre Kriszti Richterne

Fridays

Apr 7-28 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

$24

May 5-26 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

$24

Jun 2-30 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

$30

Balance and Stretching: Floor Work

Balance and Stretching uses all of your core muscles to practice meaningful poses and stretches to relax and lengthen the body.

The 55 Activity Centre Kriszti Richterne

Fridays

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Apr 7-28 10:15-11:15 a.m.

$24

May 5-26 10:15-11:15 a.m.

$24

Jun 2-30 10:15-11:15 a.m.

$30

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.

Re-fit Active Aging Circuit

Neuro-Fit

Fame for Stroke

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

Westwinds Mon & Wed Apr 12-Jun 28 No class May 22 9-10 a.m.

10:15-11:15 a.m.

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

$154

This program is designed for adults who are having difficulty with their mobility, such as reduced walking tolerance, difficulty with stairs, tripping, falling, or requiring a gait aide.

Westwinds Tues & Thurs Apr 11-29 1-2 p.m.

$168

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

Westwinds Mon & Wed Apr 12-Jun 28 No class May 22 1-2 p.m.

$154

Healthy Hearts

The Healthy Hearts Program is a long-standing evidencebased program facilitated by Registered Nurses, Dieticians and Physiotherapists, and is run in partnership with Vancouver Coastal Health. The program is focused on the self-management of your heart health.

Westwinds Thurs Apr 6-May 25 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

$80

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55+ YOGA CLASSES

55 YOGA + CLASSES Various styles of yoga combine physical postures, breathing techniques, and meditation or relaxation. It involves movement and meditation, to promote mental and physical well-being.

Active Living Yoga This mindful and compassionate style of yoga aims to cater to the flexibility of the 55+ community. Poses will be taught based on abilities of the participants, and will be modified as needed using a chair, wall, block etc.

The 55 Activity Centre Hana Weingartl

Yin/Yang Yoga Yin/Yang yoga is a practice that balances the slow-paced Yin yoga with the Yang yoga (Hatha) a more active practice working on the (Yang) muscles and blood flow, building strength, stamina and flexibility.

The 55 Activity Centre Michelle Precourt

Wednesday Apr 19-May 24 10-11 a.m.

Friday May 5 -26 12:45-1:45 p.m.

$48

Friday Jun 2-30 12:45-1:45 p.m.

$60

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55+ SOCIAL HIKING PROGRAM

55 SOCIAL HIKING + PROGRAM Join us on Tuesday mornings for the 55yrs+ Social Hiking & Walking Program! Discover local Squamish trails in a small group setting-rain or shine. We are offering a variety of hikes and walks for every fitness level. Sign up for one, or all!

Pre-registration is required. Level of difficulty ranges from 1-5. The trail rating scale is determined by elevation, distance and terrain type. We recommend starting with a beginner trail if you’re new to hiking, or returning to fitness.

Please note: hiking locations are subject to change. Registered participants will be notified via email in the event of any changes.

EASY: This walk is appropriate for beginners with mostly flat terrain, wide paths of either paved or gravel and may contain sections of road or sidewalk.

EASY/MODERATE: This walk is appropriate for beginners and contains mainly flat terrain and may contain some single track, gravel, roots, rocks or bridges.

MODERATE/INTERMEDIATE: This hike includes some elevation gain/loss, potential obstacles (such as fallen logs, boulders) and may cover longer distances.

INTERMEDIATE: This hike includes more elevation gain/loss, steeper sections of trail, covers longer distances and/or contains exposure on sections.

ADVANCED: This hike includes prolonged sections of steep terrain, elevation gain/loss, and covers longer distances.

All hikes happen on Tuesdays from 9:30-11:30am (EXCEPT THE LAST ONE; Wonderland & Beyond) BRENNAN PARK TRAILS April 4 | $12

FOUR LAKES TRAIL May 16 | $12

SQUAMISH DYKE TRAIL April 11 | $12

SHADES OF GREEN May 23 | $12

GOLF COURSE SPAWNING CHANNELS April 18 | $12

SMOKE BLUFFS May 30 | $12

SQUAMISH RIVER DYKE-VALLEYCLIFFE April 25 | $12

WONDERLAND & BEYOND June 6 | $12 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

FISHERMAN’S PARK May 2 | $12 RAY PETER’S TRAIL May 9 | $12

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ARENA AND AQUATIC 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.

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.

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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.

TOONIE SKATES

These are little snippets of ice time for anyone to come have a skate. Children under 19 years must be supervised.

Adults must be directly supervising their children. No hockey sticks or pucks permitted. Ice may be shared with Recreation programs.

ADULT DROP-IN HOCKEY (19+)

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 (19+)

PRE-REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED DUE TO LIMITED CAPACITY.

PARENT & CHILD HOCKEY Up to 12 years old.

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 60Y+

THE FOLLOWING PROGRAMS ARE ONLY AVAILABLE DURING SCHOOL HOLIDAY BREAKS.

Overtime Hockey is an ice time for players 60y+ to get together and enjoy a low-key hockey game. Full gear required.

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

GO FOR A SKATE

GO FOR A SWIM

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ONLINE SCHEDULES PRO TIPS

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 this filter icon can help you with swim lesson registration, visit page 34!

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ONLINE SCHEDULES PRO TIPS

The arena and pool schedules are subject to change so be sure to look online before heading to Brennan Park. The most current versions are 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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SWIMMING LESSONS

Monday & Wednesday Lessons

Tuesday & Thursday Lessons

DATES

# SESSIONS

SET 1

April 3-26

7

SET 2

May 1-31

9

SET 3

June 5-28

8

9:00 a.m.

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

9:45 a.m.

10:00 a.m.

10:15 a.m.

10:30 a.m.

10:45 a.m.

MONDAY ONLY

WEDNESDAY ONLY

MONDAY & WEDNESDAY

P&T-Jellyfish

P&T-Goldfish

Octopus

DATES

#SESSIONS

SET 1

April 4-27

8

SET 2

May 2-June 1

10

SET 3

June 6-29

8

TUESDAY & THURSDAY 9:00 a.m.

9:15 a.m.

P&T-Goldfish

P&T-Jellyfish

Crab

9:30 a.m.

9:45 a.m.

P&T-Jellyfish

P&T-Goldfish

Octopus

10:00 a.m.

10:15 a.m.

P&T-Goldfish

P&T-Jellyfish

Crab

10:30 a.m.

10:45 a.m.

11:00 a.m.

Sea Lion

11:15 a.m.

11:00 a.m.

11:15 a.m.

11:30 a.m.

11:30 a.m.

ALL AFTERNOON SESSIONS ARE MONDAY & WEDNESDAY

4:00 p.m.

4:00 p.m.

4:15 p.m.

Octopus

Swimmer 3

Swimmer 2

4:45 p.m.

Orca

Octopus Crab Narwhal

Swimmer 3

Swimmer 1

Swimmer 1

Swimmer 4

5:15 p.m.

5:30 p.m.

5:30 p.m.

Octopus

Swimmer 5-6

Crab

5:45 p.m.

6:00 p.m.

6:00 p.m.

Narwhal

6:15 p.m.

Sea Lion

Swimmer 1 Octopus

Swimmer 7-8-9 Orca

6:15 p.m.

Friday Lessons

Octopus Swimmer 2

4:45 p.m.

5:00 p.m.

Swimmer 4

5:15 p.m.

5:45p.m.

4:15 p.m.

Crab

4:30 p.m.

4:30 p.m.

5:00 p.m.

Crab

Octopus

FRIDAY

DATES

# SESSIONS

4:00 p.m.

April 14-May 19

6

4:15 p.m.

May 26-Jun 23

5

4:30 p.m.

4:45 p.m.

5:00 p.m.

NOTE Both Jellyfish and Goldfish have mandatory parent/ caregiver participation.

5:15 p.m.

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

BEFORE REGISTRATION DAY

Saturday Lessons DATES

# SESSIONS

SET 1

April 15-May 13

5

SET 2

June 3-June 24

4

Check out our Registration tips on page 32.

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

Orca

Crab

Swimmer 2

Swimmer 1

Sea Lion

Crab

P&T Goldfish

Swimmer 1

Octopus

P&T-Goldfish

Octopus

Orca

Swimmer 2

Narwhal

Sea Lion

Swimmer 5-6

9:30 a.m.

9:45 a.m.

10:00 a.m.

Swimmer 3

Swimmer 3

Swimmer 4

10:15 a.m.

10:30 a.m.

10:45 a.m.

Swimmer 5-6

11:00 a.m.

11:15 a.m.

Swimmer 7-8-9

P&T Jellyfish

11:30 a.m.

Octopus

11:45 a.m.

Sunday Lessons

SUNDAY

DATES

# SESSIONS

9:00 a.m.

SET 1

April 16-May 14

5

9:15 a.m.

SET 2

June 4-Jun 25

4

9:30 a.m.

9:45 a.m.

Octopus

Crab

Orca

Sea Lion

10:00 a.m.

10:15 a.m.

Swimmer 3

Swimmer 1

10:30 a.m.

10:45 a.m.

11:00 a.m.

11:15 a.m.

Swimmer 2

Swimmer 4

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 Days 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 Spring 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

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