2017 Recreation Guide
2 Facility Information
Arctic Spas Recreation Complex 4901-48 Avenue Box 297 Thorsby, AB T0C 2P0 Phone: 780-789-4041 Fax: 780-789-3333 Email: recreation@thorsby.ca www.thorsby.ca
SPRING Hours of Operation
Holiday Facility Closures
AS OF APRIL 1ST
April 14th - Good Friday
Monday
9:00am– 5:00pm
Tuesday
9:00am– 7:00pm
April 17th - Easter Monday
Wednesday
9:00am– 7:00pm
May 22nd - Victoria Day
Thursday
9:000am– 7:00pm
Friday
9:00am– 5:00pm
Saturday
11:00am– 4:00pm
Sunday
CLOSED
Spring Birthday Party Packages Bowling Party! $70 Start your party with some crazy neon bowling and enjoy cake & present celebrations in our private party room. Package includes bowling lanes for 1.5 hours & party room for 3 hours.
Fieldhouse Fun! $100 Have free reign of the Fieldhouse for your child’s birthday party! Cake & presents can be enjoyed in this space. Rental includes fieldhouse for 3 hours, and use of our equipment.
The Ultimate! $120 Want to do it all at our facility? Package includes bowling lanes for 1 hour, fieldhouse for 1 hour, and the party room for 2 hours.
www.thorsby.ca/recreation
3 Facility Fees
2017 Facility Fees Single
Monthly
Annual
FREE
FREE
FREE
Child (4-11)
$4
$23
$230
Youth (12-17)
$5
$30
$300
Adult (18-54)
$7
$41
$410
Senior (55-74)
$5
$30
$300
Senior (75+)
FREE
FREE
FREE
Family
$19
$105
$1050
Golden Agers Bowling
$7
Key Fob
$10
Toddler (3&U)
Admission fees include access to everything that our facility has to offer: bowling, racquetball, the weight room, ice rink, field house and dance studio.
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Purchase a key fob with your membership for unlimited access to the facility!
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A Monthly Membership gives you unlimited individual admission for one month. A fantastic option that pays for itself after just six visits!
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With an Annual Membership, you can do your thing for 12 months,
One Time Purchase
for the price of 10 months! This is our most convenient and economical membership plan
Room Rental
Ice Rental
Hourly
Daily
Craft Room
$19
$81
Dance Studio
$30
Fieldhouse
$43
Free Wi-Fi Now Available!
Local
Non Local
Minor
$83
$127
Network: TRC Public
$128
Junior
$100
$138
Password: recreation
$183
Adult
$132
$166
Registration Reminders How to Pay
Cancellations
NSF Fee
Payment is required in-full at the time of registration. Cash, debit or personal cheques are all accepted. Post dated cheques will not be accepted.
Cancellations must be submitted prior to the registration deadline or a minimum 7 days before the program start date. Refunds will not be granted after the deadline.
A $28 NSF fee will be charged for all NSF cheques. All NSF payments must be made with debit or cash.
Waivers must be filled out at time of payment. Waivers and payments are required for registration to be complete.
Our new recreation software will now allow online transactions! Memberships, facility bookings and program registrations will all be available to book online now!! Registration and bookings are just a quick click away! Online registration can be paid via credit card for your convenience. Visit our website for ONLINE program registration via credit card! www.thorsby.ca/recreation
Spring 2017
4 FCSS - Family Community Support Services Contact Information Hours: Monday through Friday 9:00am-5:00pm Address: Arctic Spas Rec Complex (Office is by the Library) Phone: Patti Adams @ 780-789-4004 Email: fcss@thorsby.ca Appointments must be booked with Patti @ 780-789-4004
Volunteer Income Tax Program
Seniors Appreciation Supper
Need a hand with your taxes? Bring them by the FCSS office, and they will get done correctly for you. This program is for low income seniors , families, and individuals who have simple income tax needs.
Seniors Appreciation is right around the corner! Enjoy a catered supper and entertainment for your enjoyment on this wonderful Sunday evening.
Office Hours:
Thursdays
Time:
1:00pm– 5:00pm
Contact: Patti Adams @ 780-789-4004, please leave a message regarding the volunteer income tax program and FCSS will get back to you promptly. Please be patient as there is a lot of interest in this program.
Date:
Sunday, June 11th
Time:
Festivities start at 5:00pm
Cost:
Seniors are FREE and their families are $15 a plate
Place:
Fieldhouse at Arctic Spas Rec Complex
Contact: Patti Adams FCSS @ 780-789-4004, please call to reserve and purchase your tickets now. There will be no tickets at the door for this event.
FCSS Volunteer Appreciation
Identity Theft Workshop
A night of entertainment hosted by FCSS and door prizes will be awarded to honour the wonderful volunteers of our community! This years entertainment will be provided by Doug Arden, “Canada’s Corporate Funny Man”. Doug is a multi-talented, professional and cleverly combined clean magician and ventriloquist whose entire focus is entertaining his audience. Supper provided by Kashia’s Catering.
Coming to you, an identity theft workshop. Come out and learn how to protect yourself from the dreaded, identity theft.
Date:
Friday, April 28th
Time:
Supper at 6:00pm
Cost:
$20 for volunteers | $30 for non-volunteers
Place:
Thorsby Recreation Complex
Contact: Patti Adams @ 780-789-4004, Only 200 tickets will be sold.
www.thorsby.ca/recreation
Date:
Thursday June 1st
Time:
Starts at 10:30am
*In the afternoon there will be information provided on Public Guardianship and Trustee* Cost:
$5 for lunch
Place:
Basement of Thorsby Lutheran Church
Contact: Patti Adams FCSS @ 780-789-4004 to register
Seniors Programs
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Foot Doctor
Bus Transportation to Leduc
Foot Care Nurse Aileen Charehun will care for your feet with nail clipping, corn removal, callous reduction, padding and skin care.
Need to go to Leduc for an appointment? Have shopping to do? Or want to visit at the hospital? Leduc Foundation in conjunction with the County of Leduc will be operating bus service from Warburg to Leduc (stopping in Thorsby and Calmar) the FIRST and THIRD Thursday of each month.
Date:
3rd Tuesday each month
Place:
Craft Room at Arctic Spas Recreation Complex
Contact: Irene McPherson @ 780-789-3176 *Note: Appointments are required*
Date: 1st an 3rd Thursday of each month Beginning Thursday, November 5th Time: Time dependant on participants
Thorsby Seniors Club
Cost: $8 Warburg | $7 Thorsby | $6 Calmar
Get active in your community, meet some new people or enjoy some time with your friends. The Thorsby Seniors Club holds regular activities and meetings and is always welcoming new members!
*Fares must be in exact change only*
Date:
Bingo
Thursdays nd
6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Birthday 2 Wednesday
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Pot Luck Last Wednesday
6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Place:
Lower Level - Thorsby Community Hall
Cost:
Free
Contact: Phyllis Maduik @ 780-789-3606
Golden Agers Bowling Come visit your friends or meet some new people while you have fun and get fit bowling. Date:
Tuesdays Year Round
Time:
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Cost:
$7.00 including shoe rental
Place:
Bowling Alley
Contact: Arctic Spas Recreation Complex @ 780-789-4041
Contact: Please contact Cloverleaf Manor at 780-848-7717 to reserve your spot. Seating is limited to 18, and is on a first come, first serve basis.
DID YOU KNOW? We encourage healthy and active seniors in our community. If you are 75+ your facility membership is FREE! And if you are between the ages of 55 and 74 a monthly membership is ONLY $30! Get active and come out and see what the recreation complex has to offer for your happy and healthy lifestyle! Spring 2017
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Pre-School Programs & Thorsby Municipal Library
Stay ‘n Play Thorsby
Mini Movers
A Leduc Regional Parent Link Centre program where you will enjoy interactive play time with your child, without the distractions of home. Date:
Wednesdays, ongoing
Time:
9:30am– 12:00pm
A NEW and IMPROVED program at the recreation complex! This program is a spin off of Kidz Korner and Toddler Zone, and will be allowing the kids to engaged in obstacles of equipment, fun, games, and allowing them to burn off energy in a contained and safe space. Kids will be introduced to new equipment and games each week, so it is always sure to keep them interested!
Cost:
FREE
Date:
Place:
Early Learning Centre
Thursday Mornings / 6 week session May 4th—June 15th
Contact: Carol @ 780-955-3555 ext. 3290
(There will be no class May 18th) Time:
10:00am-11:00am
Cost:
FREE
Ages:
0-5 years
Place:
Fieldhouse
Contact: Kristen @ 780-789-4041 or kszepesy@thorsby.ca
Thorsby Municipal Library Spring Programs & Events! Baby Time
Mother Goose
Babies 0-15 months and their guardian are invited to join us for a time of singing, rhyming and a story!
Children 0-6 years can join us for a fun-filled session of rhymes, songs, and stories and learn new ways to interact with your child. In partnership with Leduc Parent Link.
Date:
April 14th, May 19th, June 16th
Time:
10:30am-11:15am
Cost: FREE too all babies and guardians, and older siblings
Date:
April 7th & 21st, May 12th & 26th, June 9th & 23rd
Time:
10:30am-11:30am
Cost:
FREE & Registration is required
After School Kids
Teen Time
Elementary kids (Grade 1-6) are welcome to make a craft, enjoy a snack and listen to a story.
Teens will have a chance to play some games, eat a snack and make a craft.
Date:
2nd Wednesdays: April 12th, May 10th & June 14th
Date:
3rd Wednesdays: April 19th, May 17th & June 21st
Time:
3:30pm-4:30pm
Time:
4:00pm-5:00pm
Cost:
FREE too all elementary kids
Cost:
FREE too all junior/senior high students
Additional Services Offered at Library Public Computer Use | Photocopying/Scanning ($0.25 per sheet) | Book/DVD/CD/ etc. lending E-Resources including Newspapers, Magazines, E-books, Audio-Books, Do-It-Yourself instructions for home repair, crafts, car/small engine repair, Language Learning Program and more. Please call 780-789-3808 with any questions or comments
www.thorsby.ca/recreation
Spring Library Hours Tues & Wed Noon-7 pm Thursday & Friday 10 am-5 pm Saturday 10 am-2 pm
Sports Programs
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Thorsby Junior Golf - Spring Session
Intro To Martial Arts
This program is designed to introduce kids to golf concepts and to promote enthusiasm and enjoyment for the game. Participants will learn about proper set up, woods & drivers, irons & hybrids, putting & chipping, and rules and etiquette. The kids will also not only get the chance to hit up the golf course, but also the driving range to practice their driving skills! Come out and learn the game of golf and have a blast!
This 8 week session will introduce kids to martial arts in a fun and safe way. With an experienced and accomplished instructor from the Arashi Do school in Leduc, kids will learn basic techniques in a specific discipline (Jiu Jitsu and Karate). This session is a great way to explore martial arts with the possibility of continuing on after the session at the Arashi Do Leduc location.
Dates: Mondays After School; May 29th—June 26th
Date:
Time:
Spring Session
(There will be no class May 21st due to May Long Weekend)
3:30pm-5:30pm
Time:
5:00pm-6:15pm
Ages:
7-10 years old
Place:
Dance Studio
Cost:
$200 / 8 week session
*There will also be a summer session coming for those who are not able to make the Spring session* Cost:
$60 per junior golfer
Ages:
7-13 Years
Max:
15 Participants *PRE-REGISTRATION ONLY*
Place:
Moose Creek Golf Course in Thorsby
Contact: Kristen @ 780-789-4041 or kszepesy@thorsby.ca Note:
Youth Clubs Available If Needed
Sunday Evenings - Starting April 23rd - June 18th
*Minimum 10 kids - Maximum 20 kids* Contact: Call or Text Vanessa Goodman @ 780-231-9802 or email vgoodman@yahoo.ca
Spring Soccer Skills Want to be the all-star soccer player on your team this spring? Or do you just love soccer so much that you want to work on your skills once a week, and have some fun with your friends? The kids will learn and practice skills, as well as enjoy the game of soccer itself. Indoor runners are required, no outside soccer cleats are allowed. 20 kids max - register today! Dates:
Thursdays starting April 13th
Time:
3:30pm– 5:00pm
Ages:
7+
Thorsby Mixed Adult Slo-Pitch League
Cost:
FREE 5 week program *PRE-REGISTRATION ONLY*
Interested in joining a fun, recreational slo-pitch league? We are looking for 4 to 6 teams to be a part of a league in Thorsby. All games will be played at the Arctic Spas Recreation Complex ball diamonds. Time and fees to be announced, games will be on Friday evenings.
Place:
Indoor @ Fieldhouse in Complex
For more information or to register your team please contact: Sherry Morrissey @ 780-789-2601 or lola_rmt@hotmail.com Kelley Probe @ 780-789-4041 or kprobe@thorsby.ca
Contact: Kristen @ 780-789-4041 or kszepesy@thorsby.ca
REMINDER Send a full water bottle for each child every session and ensure it is clearly labeled. Spring 2017
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After School Programs
Early Dismissal DAZE
Teen Toonie Fridays!
Kick back after school with movie, popcorn and juice! Kids will learn to make their own popcorn, and put on seasoning of their choice, and enjoy a feature film to wind down after a day of learning at school, and give their minds a bit of a break!
Do you want to come and play at the complex after a long week of school? The fieldhouse will have an area set up for floor hockey, and basketball. Neon bowling and music will be available as well - AND the arena will be set up for soccer and lacrosse.
Dates:
May 3rd: Moana
Dates:
June 7th: Max Steel
Fridays starting May 5th - ending June 23rd (There will be no toonie play May 19th)
Time:
2:45pm-5:00pm
Ages:
7+ years
Cost:
$2 drop in fee
Place:
Craft Room @ Recreation Complex
Contact: Kristen @ 780-789-4041 or kszepesy@thorsby.ca
Time:
3:30pm-5:00pm
Ages:
8 - 15 years
Cost:
$2 drop in fee
Place:
Craft Room/Fieldhouse/Arena Floor
Contact: Kristen @ 780-789-4041 or kszepesy@thorsby.ca
Tree Frogs
Art Attack!
Do your kids enjoy gardening and the great outdoors? Join us once a week after school, and learn all about the outdoors through nature trail walks, geocaching, building nature leanto’s and how to make and plant their own garden. Kids will be bringing home certain foods that can be grown indoors during the spring. Kids will also receive their very own ‘Tree Frog’ certificate and badge at the end of the program. Please ensure kids come dressed for the weather accordingly. nd
Are into art projects, crafts, and like to discover your inner creativity? Then this is the program for you! Dates:
Mondays Afterschool; Starting April 24th
Time:
3:30pm-5:00pm
Ages:
7+ years
Cost:
$60 for 6 week program
Place:
Craft Room
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Dates:
Tuesdays Afterschool; May 2 - June 6
Time:
3:30pm-5:00pm
Ages:
7+ years
Apr. 24th: Spring Wreath Making
Cost:
$40 for 6 week program
May 1st: Raindrop & Thunder Crayon Melting
Place:
Craft Room/Fieldhouse & Thorsby Lion’s Park Trails
May 8th: Painting Flower Pots | May 15th: Homemade Bird Feeder
Contact: Kristen @ 780-789-4041 or kszepesy@thorsby.ca
Contact: Kristen @ 780-789-4041 or kszepesy@thorsby.ca
May 29th: Trolls Hair Headbands
*Pre-registration only - Min 10 kids, Max 20 kids*
June 5th: Fairyland Jar Lanterns
*Pre-registration only - Min 8 kids, Max 12 kids*
You called to register, but we already cancelled the program! Excellent programs are sometimes cancelled when everyone waits until the last minute to register. Decisions about class cancellations are made one week prior to class start dates. Please make sure classes run by REGISTERING EARLY!! Programs must meet minimum registration to run. If a program needs to be cancelled, there will be a full refund to the participants who already paid their registration fees. Please register for the programs that indicate pre-registration on their description. THANK YOU! www.thorsby.ca/recreation
Upcoming Community Events
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4th Annual Thorsby Mudslayer Get down and dirty with our annual Mudslayer event! We are bringing back some of the great obstacles and mud pits. And it wouldn't be right if we didn't add some tough new challenges. Gather a few family members, friends, or colleagues and make it a team affair! Date: Saturday, June 3rd Times: ULTIMATE MUDSLAYER AT 10:00AM -6km race with 15+ obstacles to test your strength and endurance MUD DASH AT APPROX. 10:00AM -3km family friendly race with 11+ obstacles Cost: Ultimate Mudslayer - $50 entry fee Mud Dash - $15 entry fee Children 2 and under are free Place: Lion’s Campground and surrounding trails. Contact: Sherri Morrissey at communityfit@gmail.com Refunds: Community Fit Ltd will allow refunds up to 3 weeks before the event start date. This will not include the online processing fee.
ONE CALENDAR...ALL THE EVENTS! Did you know that any community group or organization can post their event on Thorsby’s website? 1st Go to www.thorsby.ca 2nd Click on Submit an Event (Located under Action Steps) 3rd Fill in your event details 4th Click on Add Event What’s Next? Your event will be emailed to the Town of Thorsby for approval and posted on the website for everyone to view!
A simple way to Connect the Community! Spring 2017
10 Fitness & Lifestyle
SPRING FITNESS CLASSES! Strollersize/HIIT Fusion This class combines cardio fused together, Strollersize parents and their children, with strength training in a series of intervals and circuits that encourage fat loss and lean muscle gain. During this 60-minute class you can expect to challenge all aspects of your fitness including your strength, endurance, cardio, flexibility, and mobility. This class is for all fitness levels and low impact options are always available for those with injuries. Remember: Strollers and kids are welcome to join!! We will use equipment such as TRX, spin bikes, gliders, resistance bands, med balls, and your body! Every session will be different so you can always expect a new challenge. Children are welcome to join in the designated area while mom and dad work out. Date:
Tuesday & Thursdays Ongoing Time:
Price:
11:15am-12:15pm
Full Time - 12 classes/ 2 days a week: $120.00 Part Time - 6 classes/ 1 day a week: $70.00 Drop-in - 1 class: $12.00 Place:
Fieldhouse
Contact: Jessica Lawrence @ jallard1@live.ca or 780-387-0669
CrossFit Body Blast Encouraging all ages and levels of fitness to this circuit interval training with core strengthening , cardio, and strength training. This class will use a variety of portable equipment including but not limited to: TRX fusion, free weights, body bars, and will finish with some full body flexibility. Spaces are limited so please call or email to register. Date:
Continuing Thursday Evenings Time:
Price:
7:00pm– 8:00pm
$12 drop in or 10 session punch pass for $100 Place:
Fieldhouse
Contact: Nikki Rosenke with Fortitude Fitness @ 780-233-5570 or rosenkenikki@gmail.com
Are you a personal trainer, or group exercise leader? We are always looking for new, fresh classes to offer at our facility. Please call Kristen @ 780-789-4041 or email kszepesy@thorsby.ca for fitness space rental pricing and available times for future classes! www.thorsby.ca/recreation
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Morrissey Wellness Fitness Classes Spring 2017 Call Sherri at 789-2601 to register
www.morrisseywellness.com
Fly Barre Class Mondays at 7:00pm Ongoing – 25 minutes of great cardio on a spin bike followed by 30 minutes of a Barre style class. This low impact class will promote long, lean muscles, a strong core and improve flexibility. Don’t be fooled by the light weights, it is a great workout.
Spin & Sculpt Mondays at 10:00am Ongoing- The best benefits of a spinning class combine with a sculpting routine which involves the use of fitness equipment to bring you a great overall work out, this class is great for burning fat and increasing muscle definition. Class is one hour. Space is limited to 24 people so please call to book your spot.
Hard CORE Strength Wednesdays at 7:00pm Ongoing-This class will focus on full body strength and core conditioning. The movements will train the body to improve function. It is low impact. Although there is no cardio, the strength base will trim pounds and build power.
Spin Fridays Ongoing at 9:00am-9:30am Power Up Fridays at 9:40am Ongoing- This work out is functional and will improve your power, coordination, agility and flexibility. Body weight resistance and strength circuits will challenge you! This class finishes with 20 minutes for much needed stretching that includes a combination of PNF, rollers, straps and static movements. All classes are $12 drop in or purchase a 10 session punch pass for $100
Instructor: Sherri Morrissey, AFLCA Fitness Leader, AFLCA Resistance Training, AFLCA Mind Body, Ever Active Kids, Registered Massage Therapist and Nutrition Manager, CSNM
Spring 2017
UPCOMING SPECIAL EVENT
THORSBY THUNDER DAYS Saturday, June 17th
The Town of Thorsby is hosting a one day extravaganza this June to celebrate Canada’s 150th Birthday, Thorsby becoming a Town, and to bring on Summer! Main Street will be blocked off, and numerous activities will be brought in for your family's enjoyment. Planned Activities: •
Reptile Showcase
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Laser Tag
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Extreme Rush Obstacle Course
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Horse Carriage Rides
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Axe Throwing
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Paw Patrol Character Professionals
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Parade (organized by the Chamber of Commerce)
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Face Painting, Glitter Tattoos & Bouncy House
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Pancake Breakfast (hosted by Lion’s Club)
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Street Hockey Tournament
If your community group would like to participate in The Thorsby Street Fest, and offer some activities please contact: Kristen Szepesy - kszepesy@thorsby.ca Kelley Probe - kprobe@thorsby.ca Or call us at 780-789-4041