2023 Winter Program Guide

SQUAMISH RECREATION AND CULTURE

2023

WINTER PROGRAM GUIDE

2023 WINTER PROGRAM GUIDE

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 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 Public Health Information

For the most up-to-date information, please visit squamish.ca/rec.

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

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.

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.

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USEFUL INFORMATION SQUAMISH GYMNASTICS

GYMNASTICS REGISTRATION Classes fill quickly! We recommend completing registration the day it opens at 8 a.m.

If your desired class is full at the time of registration, please use the waitlists. An effort will be made to accommodate waitlists where possible.

REGISTRATION DATES

DEC

14 DEC

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Core Gymnastics Programs

• Parent & Tot, • Preschool, • School Age FUNdamentals Achievement Gymnastics Programs

• • • •

Beginner Intermediatel Advanced Gymstars Interclub

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. Please direct program specific questions to Amanda at: squamishgymnastics@hotmail.com

REGISTRATION STEPS 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.

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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WINTER PROGRAMS

at a glance

Warm up this winter with our wide range of all-age programs and activities suitable for all levels. Squamish Recreation and Culture offers fitness, wellness, arts and training programs in a safe, supportive community-focused environment.

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WINTER 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) Exploration and discovery of fundamental movement through imaginative play.

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!

Parent & Tot 1 & 2 Gymnastics (18m-3.5y) Develop physical literacy and fundamental movement skills through a combination of structured and unstructured activities.

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!

Parent & Tot Transition Gymnastics (3y) Explore and develop physical literacy, movement fundamentals and beginner techniques, while preparing to participate independently in future sessions.

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 Page 29-30

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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

LEAP

Tot Gliders Come learn the FUNdamentals of skating! This beginner-level skating teaches skills using engaging themes, games, and songs.

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

GYMNASTICS

See Page 29-30

Preschool Independent Gymnastics (4y) A fun environment to explore and develop physical literacy, movement fundamentals and beginner gymnastics skills.

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SWIM LESSONS

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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.

GYMNASTICS

Girls Hockey Program (8y+) 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!

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

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?

Squamish Gymnastics Achievement Program * REGISTRATION OPENS DECEMBER 21* Have fun and get fit! Learn and develop artistic skills on the bars, beam, floor and vault following the 14 levels of the CANGYM program.

CAMPS - PRO D

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

CAMPS - SPRING BREAK Spend your days off with us! Each day is filled with a variety of activities, games and sports.

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

CERTIFICATIONS - 10+ YRS

See Page 29-30

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

Curious about VR? Enter the world of Virtual Reality without the expense thanks for our newest program led by Virtual Drift Technologies. Explore far away planets, take part in a peaceful mediation session, or create your own masterpiece in 45 minutes. It’s immersive, family-friendly entertainment experience at an affordable price point!

Babysitter Training (11 to 14y) Calling all future babysitters! This course provides students with emergency first aid, safety tips, and information on games that are suitable for all ages.

Home Alone 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.

VIRTUAL REALITY

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13 YOUTH 18 FUN 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.

LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS

Explore our range of courses designed to help youth of all ages develop important life skills, build confidence, meet new people, and earn certifications to put on their resume.

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 EFA/ OFA Level 1 offers instruction on The Rescue Process & ABC Priorities, & CPR with some minor wound care.

National Lifeguard Become a lifeguard. Teamwork, leadership, communication, and prevention are emphasized.

Standard First Aid Learn CPR & AED use as well as first aid skills to deal with bleeding, fractures & medical conditions.

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

YOUTH POOL TAKEOVER

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

Pack a bag, bring a friend and have fun.

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LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS

Leadership Program

11 yrs

12 yrs

13 yrs

14 yrs

15 yrs

16 yrs

Home Alone

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Babysitter Training

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Bronze Star

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Bronze Cross

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Emergency First Aid/ Standard First Aid

n

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Bronze Medallion

n

High -5-

n

National Lifeguard

n

n

Swim and Lifesaving Instructor

n

n

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Leadership Camp - Level 1

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New* Leadership Course - Level 2

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New* Leadership Course - Level 3

Leadership Program

Fall

Winter

Spring

Home Alone

n

n

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Babysitter Training

n

n

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Bronze Star

Summer

n

Bronze Medallion

n

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Bronze Cross

n

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Emergency First Aid/ Standard First Aid High -5-

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National Lifeguard Swim and Lifesaving Instructor

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n

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Leadership Camp - Level 1

n

New* Leadership Course - Level 2

n

New* Leadership Course - Level 3

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Standard First Aid Re-Cert

n

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19 ADULTS + AND SENIORS 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.

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 How about trying something totally different? 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.

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

Everyone is welcome.

Badminton, Indoor Soccer, Pickleball, Volleyball

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

Beginner Line Dancing 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.

Drop-ins welcome.

Salsa/Latin Time to move those hips! Learn to Latin dance, Salsa and more. Brand new beginners and up are welcome.

No partner is required.

Swing and West Coast Swing Learn to swing dance, learning west coast swing, and more. Brand new beginners and up are welcome. No partner required.

International Dance Enjoy dancing to music from many other countries. We practice a mix of circle, line and contra dances. The focus is more on fun than footwork!

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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.

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

FITNESS INDOOR

Spin - Rise and Shine 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.

Spin - Parent and Tot 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.

Spin - Rides and Reps Spin intervals, weighted resistance, and core work, taught in a Tabata format. An approachable program for all fitness levels.

This class welcomes parents with infants in a stroller.

Spin - Stroller Fit This class is for parents getting back into shape with mobile babies. Exercise and meet other parents while interacting with your baby. Class will focus on cardio and circuit with baby and stroller. Drop-ins welcome.

FITNESS THERAPEUTIC

GLA: D Osteoarthritis Management of Knee/Hip Osteoarthritis. Decrease pain and inflammation in hip/knee arthritis and improve functionality of the joint(s).

ROLLER SKATING

Intro to Roller Skating Learn balance, strides and stops that prepare you to join our sport or enjoy other forms of recreational skating.

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55+ DETAILED

WINTER 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 page.

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55 DROP-IN + PROGRAMS Don’t let the rain ruin your fun! Join us inside for weekly drop-in sports like pickleball and badminton at Brennan Park Recreation Centre, volleyball at Howe Sound Secondary School and indoor soccer at Garibaldi Highlands Elementary School.

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

Please pay in-person at Customer Services.

PAINT & SKETCH Wednesdays 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

$5 per session

CRIB CLUB Thursdays 1-3 p.m.

$5 per session

CARPET BOWLING Fridays 2-4 p.m.

$5 per session

All drop-in are $5.

SEWING & QUILTING

No drop-in programs on Statutory holidays

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

$5 per session

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55 DETAILED + WINTER PROGRAMS ART

BUS TRIPS 55+

Creative Drawing We start with easy-to-follow drawing exercises followed by a discussion looking at students wishes. Any medium and any subject that the participants want to tackle are valid in this class.

The 55 Activity Centre Lone Tratt Tuesday Jan 10 - Feb 14 1-2 p.m.

$120

Creative Painting Taught through the art of “seeing” and great importance is placed on individual attention.Each class begins with easy-to-follow Painting exercises for any medium.

The 55 Activity Centre Lone Tratt Thursday Jan 12 - Feb 16 1-3 p.m.

$120

Winter 2023 will continue with the new format of “Choose Your Own Adventure” trips. Each destination offers several activities which are listed in the trip description from which you can choose. These trips will continue to be offered based on the availability of our volunteer drivers who help keep the cost low.

Coming in 2023...

Guaranteed departures - these trips, offered at a higher price, will have District staff driving and offering more support in destination. They will never be cancelled due to driver availability.

DANCE INSTRUCTIONAL

Beginner Line Dancing

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 Jan 11 – Mar 29 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

$60

Wednesday Jan 11 – Mar 29 1-2 p.m.

$60

EDUCATIONAL

FREE! French Conversation 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.

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55 DETAILED + WINTER PROGRAMS FITNESS INDOOR KEEP FIT Men in Motion

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

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

Tuesday Jan 10 - 31 9-10 a.m.

$24

Tuesday Jan 10 - 31 10:15-11:15 a.m.

$24

Tuesday Feb 7 -28 9-10 a.m.

$24

Tuesday Feb 7 - 28 10:15-11:15 a.m.

$24

Tuesday Mar 7 - Mar 28 9-10 a.m.

$24

Tuesday Mar 7 - 28 10:15-11:15 a.m.

$24

Thursday Jan 12 - Feb 2 9-10 a.m.

$24

Thursday Jan 12 - Feb 2 10:15-11:15 a.m.

$24

Thursday Feb 9 - Mar 2 9-10 a.m.

$24

Thursday Feb 9 - Mar 2 10:15-11:15 a.m.

$24

Thursday Mar 9 - 30 9-10 a.m.

$24

Thursday Mar 9 - 30 10:15-11:15 a.m.

$24

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Full Body Fusion

Chair Fit

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 posture, stability through the joints, and enduring balance.

The 55 Activity Centre Kriszti Richterne

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

Tuesday Jan 10 - 31 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

$24

Tuesday Jan 10 - 31 1 - 2 p.m.

$24

Tuesday Feb 7 - 28 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

$24

Tuesday Feb 7 - 28 1 - 2 p.m.

$24

Tuesday Mar 7 - 28 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

$24

Tuesday Mar 7 - 28 1 - 2 p.m.

$24

Thursday Jan 12 - Feb 2 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

$24

Thursday Jan 12 - Feb 2 1 - 2 p.m.

$24

Thursday Feb 9 - Mar 2 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

$24

Thursday Feb 9 - Mar 2 1 - 2 p.m.

$24

$24

Thursday Mar 9 - 30 1 - 2 p.m.

$24

Thursday Mar 9 - 30 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

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20/20/20 The ultimate training that includes everything in just one hour!. 20 minutes of. low- impact cardio and lower body strengthening followeding bywith 20 minutes of abs and core work and at the endfollowed by 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

Balance and Stretching: Chair 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 Friday Jan 13 - Feb 3 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

$24

Friday Jan 13 - Feb 3 9-10 a.m.

$24

Friday Feb 10 - Mar 3 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

$24

Friday Feb 10 - Mar 3 9-10 a.m.

$24

$24

Friday Mar 10 - Mar 31 9-10 a.m.

Friday Mar 10 - 31 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

$24

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 Friday Jan 13 - Feb 3 10:15-11:15 a.m.

$24

Friday Feb 10 - Mar 3 10:15-11:15 a.m.

$24

Friday Mar 10 - 31 10:15-11:15 a.m.

$24

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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.

Neuro-Fit 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 Jan 9 - Mar 29 No class Feb 20

$161

9-10 a.m.

10:15-11:15 a.m.

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

Re-fit Active Aging Circuit 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 Jan 10 - Mar 30 1-2 p.m.

$168

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

Westwinds Mon & Wed Jan 9 - Mar 29 No class Feb 20 1-2 p.m.

$161

Healthy Heart The Healthy Hearts Program is a long-standing evidencebased program facilitated by Registered Nurses, Dieticians and Physiotherapists, and brought to you by Vancouver Coastal Health. The program is focused on the selfmanagement of your heart health.

Westwinds Thurs Jan 19 - Mar 9 9:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

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$80

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.

Acive 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 55+ 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 Jan 11 - Feb 1 10-11 a.m.

$48

Friday Jan 13 - Feb 17 12:45-1:45 p.m.

$72

Wednesday Feb 8 - Mar 1 10-11 a.m.

$48

Friday Feb 24 - Mar 24 12:45-1:45 p.m.

$72

Wednesday Mar 8 - 29 10-11 a.m.

$48

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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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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.

Click on “More info” for additional details

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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

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+)

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+

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

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.

THE FOLLOWING PROGRAMS ARE ONLY AVAILABLE DURING SCHOOL HOLIDAY BREAKS.

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 IS AVAILABLE $2.50 FOR CHILDREN/YOUTH $5 FOR ADULTS

GO FOR A SKATE

GO FOR A SWIM

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SWIMMING LESSONS REGISTRATION TIPS

SWIM LESSON CHANGES Thank you to all swimmers and parents for their patience and understanding this Fall as we transitioned to the new program. Together, we all made it work for children who had been accidentally registered in the wrong level.

Starting in January, if a child has been registered in the wrong level, one of our supervisors will speak with the parent and the child will have to be withdrawn.

If you haven’t taken swim lessons with us since July 2022, please come talk with us about the correct level for your child.

HOW TO LOOK UP YOUR CHILD’S LEVEL 3.

1. Log in to the registration system and select your child’s name.

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

2. Click on “Activity Outcomes”

4.

Look under “Comments” for the correct level.

WHEN REGISTERING, PROMPTS WILL ALSO POP UP TO HELP

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

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

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS, FEEL FREE TO CONTACT US AT RECREATION@SQUAMISH.CA

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AQUATIC AND ARENA

SWIMMING LESSONS CONVERSION CHART & SCHEDULES AGE PARENT & TOT 3 TO 36 MONTHS

AGE

IF YOUR CHILD IS...

THEN REGISTER IN

3 to 18 months old

Jellyfish

18 to 36 months old

Goldfish

NOTE

IF YOUR CHILD HAS...

THEN REGISTER IN

have mandatory parent/

Both Jellyfish and Goldfish caregiver participation.

Never had swim lessons

PRESCHOOL 3 TO 5 YEARS

AGE

Taken Sea Turtle or incompleted Sea Otter

Octopus

Passed Sea Otter

Crab

Passed Salamander

Orca

to your safe senders list so emails

Passed Sunfish

Sea Lion

are received in your inbox and

Passed Crocodile

Narwhal

Passed Whale

Swimmer 1

IF YOUR CHILD HAS...

THEN REGISTER IN

Never had swim lessons Incompleted Swim Kids 1 Passed Swim Kids 1 Passed Swim Kids 2 Passed Swim Kids 3 Passed Swim Kids 4 SCHOOL AGE 6 TO 12 YEARS

Passed Swim Kids 5

Swimmer 2 Swimmer 3 Swimmer 4

Passed Swim Kids 6

Swimmer 5

Passed Swim Kids 7

Swimmer 6

Passed Swim Kids 8 Passed Swim Kids 9

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Swimmer 1

Swimmer 7

Incompleted Swim Kids 10

Swimmer 8

Passed Swim Kids 10

Swimmer 9

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Set 1 Mon/ Wed

Tue/ Thu

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Starts:

Jan 4

Jan 3

Jan 6

Jan 7

Jan 8

Ends:

Feb 1

Feb 2

Feb 3

Feb 4

Mar 5

Sessions:

9

10

5

5

9

Non-Session: February 20 Jellyfish - Parent & Tot 9:00am

n

n

10:00am

n

n

9:30am

n

n

10:30am

n

n

11:15am

n

Goldfish - Parent & Tot 10:30am

n

WHAT LEVEL??

Octopus 9:00am

n

n

4:00pm

n

9:00am

n

10:00am

n

n

5:30pm

n

10:30am

n

4:00pm

n

n

11:30am

n

5:30pm

n

n

9:00am

n

Check page 25 for important information about what level you register in.

Crab 9:30am

n

n

5:00pm

n

9:00am

n

10:30am

n

n

6:00pm

n

10:00am

n

5:30pm

n

n

11:00am

n

6:00pm

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n

11:00am

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n

4:30pm

n

9:00am

n

4:30pm

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n

5:30pm

n

10:00am

n

6:00pm

n

n

11:00am

n

11:00am

n

n

10:00am

n

6:00pm

n

n

11:30am

n

9:30am

n

9:30am

n

10:30am

n

9:00am

n

9:30am

n

9:30am

n

10:00am

n

10:30am

n

10:00am

n

10:45am

n

SW

IMMER 6

Orca

Sea Lion 5:00pm

n

Narwhal 6:30pm

n

n

Swimmer 1 5:00pm

n

n

5:00pm

n

n

4:30pm

n

Swimmer 2 6:30pm

n

6:30pm

n

4:00pm

n

n

4:00pm

n

9:30am

n

6:00pm

n

11:00am

n

Swimmer 3 n

4:00pm

n

9:00am

n

5:30pm

n

9:45am

n

9:45am

n

9:00am

n

9:45am

n

9:00am

n

10:30am

n

10:30am

n

11:00am

n

Swimmer 4 5:00pm

4:45pm

n

6:00pm

n

n

Swimmer 5/6 4:00pm 5:00pm

n n

Swimmer 7 to 9 4:00pm

n

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Set 2 Mon/ Wed

Tue/ Thu

Friday

Saturday

Starts:

Feb 6

Feb 7

Feb 10

Feb 11

Ends:

Mar 8

Mar 9

Mar 10

Mar 11

9

10

5

5

Sessions:

WHAT LEVEL??

Check page 25 for

Non-Session: February 20

important information

Jellyfish - Parent & Tot 9am

n

n

10am

n

n

11:15am

n

10:30am

n

about what level you register in.

Goldfish - Parent & Tot 9:30am

n

n

10:30am

n

n

SPRING BREAK

Octopus 9am

n

n

4pm

n

9am

n

1am

n

n

5:30pm

n

10:30am

n

4pm

n

n

11:30am

n

5:30pm

n

n

Crab 9:30am

n

n

5pm

n

9am

n

10:30am

n

n

6pm

n

10am

n

5:30pm

n

n

11am

n

6pm

n

n

n

n

n

6pm

n

n

11am

n

n

6pm

n

n

4:30pm 5:30pm

n n

9am

5pm

n

n

n

5:pm

n

n

6:30pm 4pm

n

5 Jellyfish

11:15am

n

n

10:30am

n

10:30am

n

11:30am

n

11:30am

n

10am

30

n

9am

n

Crab

n

10am

n

10am

n

11am

n

11am

n

Orca

n

9am

n

9am

n

4:30pm

n

11am

n

n

9:30am

n

9:30am

n

10:30am

n

Sea Lion 10am

n

10am

n

11:30am

n

11:30am

n

11:30am

n

9:30am

n

11am

n

Narwhal

4pm

n

9:30am

n

6pm

n

11am

n

11:30am

4pm

n

9am

n

9:30am

5:30pm

n

9:45am

n

9:45am

n

11am

n

9am

n

9am

n

n

9:45am

n

9:45am

n

9am

n

9:45am

9:45am

n

10:30am

n

n

n

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Swimmer 2 n

Swimmer 3 n

9am 9:45am

n

n

Swimmer 1

Swimmer 4

Swimmer 7 to 9 4pm

n

11am

Swimmer 5/6 5pm

10:30am

11am

6pm 4pm

n

Swimmer 1

4:45pm

n

n

n

Swimmer 4 5pm

11:15am

Octopus

Swimmer 3 n

n

10am

Swimmer 2

n

Mar 24

5

9am

11:30am

n

5pm

n

Mar 17

Sessions:

n

Narwhal

6:30pm

Ends:

10:30am

Sea Lion

n

Mar 20

n

4:30pm

6:30pm

Mon/ Fri

Mar 13

Goldfish

Orca 11am

Mon/ Fri Starts:

10:30am

n

11am

n

n

Swimmer 5/6 9am

n

9am

n

10:30am

n

10:30am

n