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West Point Grey Community Centre Recreation Guide Fall 2019
FALL REGISTRATION BEGINS SATURDAY AUGUST 24
4397 West 2nd Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6R 1K4 604.257.8140 westpointgrey.org | vancouver.ca/westpointgreyrec @westpointgreycc
www.westpointgrey.orgOPERATED JOINTLY BY THE WEST POINT GREY COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION AND THE VANCOUVER BOARD OF PARKS AND RECREATION —— 1 Our Facilities
Front Cover Photos: Breakfast with Santa (Family), Clay Works (Children and Preteen) and Lighting of Aberthau (Family). Photography on the cover and throughout the brochure by Natalie Vermaas, Erik Price and WPG Staff. Piano picture on page 32 by Tiffany Lee Photography. 2 —— @westpointgreycc Welcome to West Point Grey
Fall 2019 Registration starts Saturday August 24 Online and In-Person at 9:00am. Sunday August 25 by Phone at 9:00am. The West Point Grey Community Centre (WPGCC) consists of six buildings including Aberthau Mansion, the gymnasium, fitness centre, pottery studio, Jericho Hill Centre, which is located at 4196 West 4th Avenue, and the cooperatively-operated Jericho Arts Centre. Our neighbourhood pool, Lord Byng is located on 3990 West 14th Avenue. If you would like a tour of Aberthau Mansion, please contact us at 604.257.8140. Getting to West Point Grey Getting to Jericho Hill Centre Community Centre by Public Transit by Public Transit West Point Grey Community Centre is located at 4397 West 2nd Avenue Jericho Hill Centre is located at 4196 West 4th Avenue and is also easily and is now easily accessible by public transit. The #4 UBC and #84 accessible by public transit. The #4 UBC bus stops at West 4th Ave and UBC express bus stops at West 4th Ave and North West Marine Drive. 4100 Block. When you get off the bus cross the street heading south and When you get off the bus head northeast on West 4th Ave towards NW follow the driveway up to Jericho Hill Centre. Marine Dr, turn left on NW Marine Dr, and turn left again on West 2nd to Free PARKING the community centre. Available! Hours of Operation Table of Contents WPG Main Office and Fitness Centre < Community Association Info...... 4 < Community Arts & Culture...... 5-7 & 43 The Office & Fitness Centre close 15 minutes prior to the time listed below. < Summer Highlights ...... 8-9 Sep 3-Sep 7 < Special Events...... 10-11 Mon-Th...... 6:00am-9:00pm < Infant & Preschool...... 12-14 Fri...... 6:00am-7:45pm < Children & Preteen...... 15-19 Sat...... 9:00am-5:00pm < Youth...... 20 Sep 8-Dec 20 < Adult & Seniors...... 21-33 Mon-Th...... 6:00am-10:00pm < Sports...... 32-33 Fri...... 6:00am-7:45pm < Personal Training...... 34 Sat ...... 9:00am-9:00pm < Fitness Centre...... 34 ...... Fitness Centre open at 10:00am Sun ...... 9:00am-5:00pm < Group Fitness Classes...... 35 < Rentals ...... 36-37 Holiday Hours < Community Directory...... 38 Sep 2, Oct 14 & Nov 11...... 9:00am-1:00pm Dec 21-23 & Dec 27-30...... 9:00am-5:00pm < Things You Need To Know...... 39 Dec 24, Dec 25, Dec 26, Dec 31 & Jan 1...... Closed < Vancouver Public Library...... 40 < Lord Byng Pool...... 41 < Index...... 42 Aberthau Sep 3-Sep 7 Staff Mon-Th...... 9:00am-9:00pm Fri...... 9:00am-6:00pm Sat...... 9:00am-5:00pm We are here to ensure your recreation experience is a positive one, please Sep 8-Dec 20 feel free to contact us. Mon-Th...... 9:00am-10:00pm Kathryn Sweetapple...... Community Recreation Supervisor Fri...... 9:00am-6:00pm Natalie Vermaas...... Recreation Programmer II Sat ...... 9:00am-5:00pm Erik Price...... Recreation Programmer II Sun ...... 9:00am-5:00pm Angela Lamb...... Recreation Facility Clerk Holiday Hours Joe Oliveira & Andrea Mah...... Program Assistant III Sep 2, Oct 14 & Nov 11...... Closed Danita Noyes...... City Wide Arts Programmer Dec 21-23 & Dec 27-30...... 9:00am-5:00pm Eduardo Manzano...... Building Worker Dec 24, Dec 25, Dec 26, Dec 31 & Jan 1...... Closed Danny Hui...... Lord Byng Pool Programmer II www.westpointgrey.org —— 3 West Point Grey Community Association
President's Message 1675 DISCOVERY STREET
After a busy Spring and Summer, we are excited for our many returning as well as new programs at the Centre this Fall. Pottery and Wine Night will be back in full swing, along with our three Halloween events: Pumpkin Carving, Halloween Carnival and Murder Mystery. We will also host the ever-popular Lighting Visual Art Displays in the foyer for every show of Aberthau, the semi-annual Pottery Sale, along with Gingerbread House Decorating and ending the year with Breakfast with Santa! Please see the Special Events section pages 10-11 in this guide for details. September 6 - 29 New this year, program registration will start on a Saturday at 9am. This change is part of a Park Board initiative to make registration easier and more convenient moving forward. A TENDER THING Speaking of programs, we are officially offering Pickelball for Adults and Seniors on Mondays (p.32). Also new this season is our Orff Music for Toddlers by Ben Power and Preschoolers (p.13), a fresh selection of Strong Healthy Kids workshops for children in grades 4-7 and their parents (p.15), Children’s Art Therapy (p.16), What if Romeo and Juliet didn’t die in that double suicide in the Capulet family vault? Christmas Cards in Watercolour (p. 21), Gush Dance (p. 22) and more. Instead, they lived into old age, their dazzling love to endure a more commonplace tragedy. Shakespeare’s timeless poetry creates a new, deeply romantic and powerful Alissa will return from educational leave to resume her role as the Assistant Preschool Teacher with our Licensed Preschool. A big thank-you to interim play, and a strikingly different love story. teacher Krissy for her care and hard work this past year. We wish her the very best.
Highlights from Spring/Summer UNITED PLAYERS OF VANCOUVER The Point Grey Fiesta in June was once again a big hit with hundreds of community members descending on Trimble Park for a carnival, performances, artist booths and vendors. Many thanks to the volunteer Fiesta Committee who make this annual event possible: Richard Alexander, JT Lee and Jo Sears, October 4 - 20 along with Centre staff, Natalie and Joe. You can find Fiesta highlights – including photos of the Saturday parade and artist performances on our Facebook DANCING LESSONS page @westpointgreycc. by Mark St. Germain A geophysics professor with Aspergersís syndrome, seeks the instruction of a Broad- Our Day Camps were once again hugely popular. Cool and wet weather in July threw a wrench into some of our Trimble Park Playground plans but overall it way dancer to learn enough dancing to survive an awards dinner. The dancer, however, was a fun filled Summer. We welcomed over 700 children from Day Camps city wide and community members to our 28th annual Sandcastle Competition. Check out our Instagram, @westpointgreycc for highlights. At this year’s Christmas themed Movie in the Park – Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch, we featured many is recovering from an injury that may stop her dancing career permanently. As their “ugly” t-shirts, snow cones, photo booth, a BBQ, games and lots of fun! relationship unfolds, they’re both caught off guard by the discoveries - both hilarious and heartwarming - that they make about each other and about themselves. In late August, we awarded Association Youth Scholarships to two well-deserving youth: Kaitlyn Chan and Edward Shen, for their extensive contributions to Dancing the Centre and Community. Our Winter Recreation Guide will include a full feature about them. Lessons NAKED GODDESS PRODUCTIONS As always, thank you for your support and patronage. We look forward to seeing you at West Point Grey CC. November 8 - December 1 Sincerely, THE PRICE David Dolphin by Arthur Miller President, WPGCCA Our Mission Statement A New York cop and his estranged rich surgeon brother meet for the first time in 18 To promote individual and community development by providing quality leisure services. years in a brownstone attic to sell off their parents’ furniture. Watched over by the wily furniture dealer, Gregory Solomon, the brothers are party to revelation after revelation, by which they slowly come to realize the consequences of their past decisions.
2019 – 2020 Board of Directors UNITED PLAYERS OF VANCOUVER David Abichahine Ruizhi Liu David Dolphin Bruno Moure dos Reis Vieira Parviz Cordwell Elizabeth Murphy Ross Fahrni J.Myers For additional performance information, see www.jerichoartscentre.com Susan Fraser-Hughes Ai Nakano Gayle Gavin Rory Sanderson Tickets/Rsvns: jerichoartscentre.com or phone 604.224.8007 ext 2 for United Players, ext 3 for guest shows Murray Hendren Shamim Shivji (Past President) Janina Kon Terence Wong Keta Kosman Want to volunteer? Complete the form on our websites: www.jerichoartscentre.com www.unitedplayers.com [email protected] or [email protected] or call 604-224-8007 4 —— @westpointgreycc Community Arts & CutlureCulture
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Visual Art Displays in the foyer for every show
September 6 - 29 A TENDER THING by Ben Power What if Romeo and Juliet didn’t die in that double suicide in the Capulet family vault? Instead, they lived into old age, their dazzling love to endure a more commonplace tragedy. Shakespeare’s timeless poetry creates a new, deeply romantic and powerful play, and a strikingly different love story.
UNITED PLAYERS OF VANCOUVER October 4 - 20 DANCING LESSONS by Mark St. Germain A geophysics professor with Aspergersís syndrome, seeks the instruction of a Broad- way dancer to learn enough dancing to survive an awards dinner. The dancer, however, is recovering from an injury that may stop her dancing career permanently. As their relationship unfolds, they’re both caught off guard by the discoveries - both hilarious Dancing and heartwarming - that they make about each other and about themselves. Lessons NAKED GODDESS PRODUCTIONS November 8 - December 1 THE PRICE by Arthur Miller A New York cop and his estranged rich surgeon brother meet for the first time in 18 years in a brownstone attic to sell off their parents’ furniture. Watched over by the wily furniture dealer, Gregory Solomon, the brothers are party to revelation after revelation, by which they slowly come to realize the consequences of their past decisions.
UNITED PLAYERS OF VANCOUVER
For additional performance information, see www.jerichoartscentre.com
Tickets/Rsvns: jerichoartscentre.com or phone 604.224.8007 ext 2 for United Players, ext 3 for guest shows
Want to volunteer? Complete the form on our websites: www.jerichoartscentre.com www.unitedplayers.com www.westpointgrey.org [email protected] or [email protected] or call 604-224-8007 —— 5 CommunityCommunity Arts & Cutlure Arts & Culture
Community Arts & Culture
West Point Grey Community Centre Artist Residencies Working With Our Communities
Music Off The Page Sound Mind Listening Workshop Series West Point Grey Community Centre West Point Grey Community Centre Aberthau Mansion (4397 W 2nd Ave) Aberthau Mansion (4397 W 2nd Ave) As practicing musicians, Roisin Adams and Emily Best hope to inspire Inspired by the practice, music and prose of Pauline Oliveros and other collaborations between musicians (from beginner to professional), stimulate awareness practices, Sound Mind workshops will approach themes of the community with contemporary music and discourse and offer accessible deep listening, philosophy of sound/silence and the body as an instrument. programming that explore sound and music for participants of all ages. During the workshops, participants will experience sound walks, Oliveros- Their work in the Fieldhouse studio project will be to build on artistic and inspired improvisation exercises and sound meditations facilitated by learning practices to develop music appreciation and musical collaborations guest artists. No musical experience necessary. Cost of the workshop is connecting Vancouver’s vibrant musical community to the public at large. pay what you can with a suggested donation of $20. To register for these For workshops and events visit www.musicoffthepageblog.weebly.com workshops, email [email protected] Oak Room Sa Oct 26 11:30am-2:30pm Sat Nov 23 11:30am-2:30pm
The Dezza Dance Residency West Point Grey Community Centre Aberthau Mansion (4397 W 2nd Ave) This residency facilitates the creation and performance of new contemporary dance works with emerging and midcareer dancers. Under the direction of dancer/choreographer Desirée Dunbar, dancers develop their own vocabulary and express themselves with peer support, as well as develop skills in administration, production and teaching. These dancers then collaborate with other community dance groups and professional artists, creating performances for the public. Patrons are welcome to peek in to view rehearsals. No rehearsal Nov 24. Su Sep 8-Dec 15 12:00pm-4:00pm W Sep 11-Dec 15 11:00am-3:00pm
Friday Afternoons at the Mansion Performance Series These Friday afternoon performances include dancers from Dezza Dance, Collaborative Creative Dance and musical guests. Performance is 1pm- Music Off the Page - Oak Room Sessions 2pm with a reception that follows 2pm-3pm. Please note that the cost to Oak Room Sessions bring together Vancouver’s brightest improvisers for watch is by donation. an open public “session” wherein musicians spontaneously make sounds F Oct 11 1:00pm-3:00pm together. Through this series, we hope to shine a light on the artistic process F Nov 8 1:00pm-3:00pm that usually happens behind closed doors and the vital role music plays in our community. People are encouraged to interact with the music and are invited to bring sketchbooks, reading books, move/dance to the music, lie down and close eyes, or simply listen! Check our website for a complete Friday Sep 27 at 1:00pm-2:00pm roster. Entry is by donation and all ages are welcome but children must be Open dance rehearsal and workshop. accompanied by parent/guardian. Oak Room Oak Room FREE Sa Oct 19 1:00pm-3:00pm For more culture day events go to https://culturedays.ca/bc Sa Nov 16 1:00pm-3:00pm
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Collaborative Creative Dance – Aging and Art A new arts program that uses the collaborative creative strategies Artists, Food and Garden Experts developed in the Arts and Health Project, encouraging and supporting seniors to express their life experience and knowledge creatively in in our Neighbourhood groups working with professional artists. Based on the foundation of Aberthau Community and Eco Art Garden collaboration, the project builds community and strengthens cultural and NW Marine Drive between Discovery and Trimble Street social understandings. Oak Room Located behind the Mansion and hosted by Village Vancouver (VV), Intro the garden includes a demonstration permaculture garden, the WPG 240252 Free Preschool Garden and art/garden projects by artist residencies. It F Sep 27-Nov 29 12:30pm-2:00pm offers fun, inclusive social, educational, culinary and cultural activities Level 2 NEW for community members. These include fermenting, preserving and Participants will build strength, focusing more on skill, technique and DIY demonstrations, mason jar salads, meal planning and beeswax enhanced choreography. Participants will also have the option to perform wraps. Timely gardening workshops are growing microgreens, vertical at Aberthau and other locations. Some collaborative dance experience gardening, the seed savers and weekly garden parties (through late necessary. Drop in $6 if space permits. October). For more information, visit Village Vancouver at www. 240253 $50/10 sessions villagevancouver.ca or email Ross Moster at ross@villagevancouver. F Sep 27-Nov 29 10:45am-12:15pm ca. The garden is a member of West Point Grey Village Vancouver, the INSTRUCTOR: DESIREE DUNBAR Westside Neighbourhood Food Network, and the Westside Seniors Urban Garden Club. See pages 26-27 for workshops and other activities. Gush Dance NEW Desirée Dunbar, Creator of Dezza Dance guides you in a unique transformational movement practice blending Martha Graham Modern Dance, Mindfulness and Authentic Movement. This dance workshop integrates body/mind/spirit and leaves you feeling stronger and more balanced. Suitable for adults/ all levels. Previous dance experience an asset but not necessary. Class runs 6-8pm followed by tea/social from 8-9pm. Drop in $26 if space permits. Dining Room 230592 $250/10 sess W Sep 18-Nov 20 6:00pm-9:00pm McBride Park Fieldhouse Studio Residency INSTRUCTOR: DESIREE DUNBAR 3350 W 4th Avenue @ Waterloo Street This studio residency will have a food, gardening and environmental Experiments in Living Elm Park Fieldhouse Studio Residency focus and has been awarded to Village Vancouver. Activities in the Elm Park community will include garden parties, pollinator and indigenous plant 5800 Elm Street @41st Ave. walks, plant swaps, seed sharing libraries and neighbourhood potlucks. Experiments in Living is a project designed to question our surroundings Other park activations will include partnerships by artist collectives and better understand the things we take for granted in our daily lives. like Loco Moto Art whose work has an ecological focus. Village Through a series of dynamic collaborations with artists, community Vancouver has a long history of inspiring individuals, neighbourhoods, members, recreation centres, and local businesses we hope to re-imagine and organizations to build sustainable communities while having fun. objects and activities found within a typical home. For more information For more information, visit www.villagevancouver.ca/page/mcbride- visit www.experiementsinliving.tumblr.com park-fieldhouse Community Arts and Culture About the Organizations at Artist Studio Residencies West Point Grey Community Centre in Parks and Park Facilities Vancouver Park Board’s Fieldhouse Studio program –transformed former Vancouver Guild of Fibre Art care-takers’ suites in parks or underused facilities across Vancouver into The Vancouver Guild of Fibre Art is a non-profit active spaces for community engaged creative practices. In each cycle society dedicated to fostering educational and artist collectives, food, greening and environmental groups are given experiential initiatives related to fibre arts and free access to these spaces in exchange for engaging neighbours and crafts. Through our meetings and workshops curious visitors in imaginative, collaborative work in parks. Find out more we provide information and opportunities for about all 24 Fieldhouse Programs across the Vancouver Park Board at hand’s-on learning of techniques related to fibre which includes cloth, yarn, vancouver.ca/fieldhouse-programs. and paper. Our members are interested in surface-design, dollmaking, quilting, weaving, knitting, crochet, sewing and rug-hooking. For more information regarding workshops and meeting dates visit www.vgfa.org www.westpointgrey.org —— 7 Fiesta Highlights
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Special Events
Pottery and Wine Night Pumpkin Carving Night at Aberthau (19+) Enjoy a night of family fun with pumpkin Explore the possibility and magic of the Pottery carving, hot chocolate and treats. Hosted Studio. Our WPG instructor, Cheryl will be jointly with the West Point Grey Preschool leading the night as you have the opportunity to at Aberthau, this event is open to both the hand build and try your hand on the wheel. We current Preschool families and families in the will provide the clay, tools, appetizers and of community. Pumpkins will be supplied for each course, the wine and by the end of the evening family (outside of the Preschool) therefore you will be impressed with what you made! pre-registration is required. Stencils and limited No pottery experience is required just a great tools will be available for use but participants are attitude to learn and clothes that can get dirty. encouraged to bring their own. Parent/guardian Pottery Studio participation is required. 240766 $52.41/2 sess Aberthau Main Floor F Sep 20 6:00pm-9:00pm 240763 $10/1 sess F Oct 25 5:30pm-7:30pm 240767 $52.41/2 sess F Nov 22 6:00pm-9:00pm INSTRUCTOR: CHERYL STAPLETON Halloween Carnival (1-8 yrs) Kids Only Swap Meet Join us for some thrills and chills at our annual Parents, don’t miss this fabulous opportunity Halloween Carnival! Come dressed in costume to buy & sell children’s clothing, toys and and enjoy creepy crafts, ghoulish games, freaky sports equipment! Please call the main office at fun, a bewitched bouncy castle and a slime and 604-257-8140 to pick your table for the event. grime station. Parents must accompany children Free Admission. WPG Gym but do not need a ticket. Treats for all! This event 230479 $20/table is an annual sell-out so register early. Sa Nov 2 10:00am-2:00pm WPG Gym 240759 $6/1 sess Sa Oct 26 10:00am-12:00pm
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Sunday Evening Murder Mystery (19+ yrs) When the hands on the clock strikes 5 at night, prepare yourselves for a terrible fright. You’ll hear a shot that will shake the walls and halls as darkness falls. Come help solve this mystery and be a character in it! Dinner is included. Register early as space is limited! Aberthau Main Floor 240760 $30/1 sess Su Oct 27 5:00pm-9:00pm
Lighting of Aberthau Get into the holiday spirit with us as we welcome the community to an evening of entertainment, holiday treats, crafts and fun for everyone in Aberthau Mansion. Entertainment provided by the Jules Quesnel and Queen Elizabeth Annex Junior Choirs. Everyone will gather outside for Breakfast with Santa Gingerbread House Decorating the countdown as we watch the lights turn on at Ho Ho Ho! Santa Claus is coming to town and Bring the family and decorate your very own approx. 7pm. All ages welcome but adults must will make a special stop to have breakfast with Gingerbread house while enjoying holiday treats accompany children. us at Aberthau Mansion! We will have a deluxe and music. The fee includes one gingerbread Aberthau Main Floor pancake breakfast catered by the North Shore house and all supplies. Pre-registration and 240762 Free Discovery Cafe, arts and crafts and a visit with parent/guardian participation is required for W Nov 27 6:00pm-7:15pm Santa, himself. This event is an annual sell out so this event. please purchase your tickets for both children and Aberthau Main Floor Pottery Sale adults in advance to ensure your seat. 240765 $15/1 sess W Dec 18 6:30pm-8:30pm A collection of great Pottery items for sale by Aberthau Main Floor the Aberthau Potter’s Club. Great gifts for the 240757 $12/1 sess holiday season or a little something for yourself. Sa Dec 14 10:00am-12:00pm Follow us on SOCIAL MEDIA Aberthau Main Floor 240758 $12/1 sess @westpointgreycc Su Dec 15 10:00am-12:00pm 240761 Free Admission Sa Dec 7 10:00am-4:00pm Pottery Sale 10am- 4pm Saturday Dec 7th West Point Grey Community Centre
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Art Dance Birthday Parties Creative Watercolour Hip Hop Breakers (4-7 yrs) Magic for Preschoolers (3-5 yrs) Bouncy Castle Party Time - This non-stop action packed class including hip Preschoolers will develop new skills and Birthday Party (1-12 yrs) hop, basic breakdancing and dance games that talents using watercolour materials, techniques Have fun in the gym with our Playtime toys, will have your dancer dancing to the beats. Family and expanding self-confidence while making sports equipment and our large Bouncy Castle. and friends be ready to cheer during the final day their authentic creations. The class objective Party includes 30mins for set-up, 2hrs for the performance. More information can be found at is to provide a friendly, non-competitive party, 30mins for clean-up and two birthday www.kirbysnelldance.com. No class Oct 13 and environment where creativity and innovation party leaders - one to supervise the bouncy Nov 10. Dining Room are able to flourish in enormous fun. This is an castle and one to assist with activities. You 240923 $90/9 sess opportunity for preschoolers to develop a life bring everything else including decorations, Su Sep 15-Nov 24 12:00pm-12:45pm INSTRUCTOR: ENDORPHIN RUSH long appreciation for art and self-expression in food and cake. Max 24 children. Additional DANCE AND FITNESS skills and craftsmanship based classes. Creating flat rate of $60 for more than 24 children (two new ideas, learning techniques and discovering weeks notice must be provided or the max of 24 new watercolour materials demonstrates unique children must be upheld). No parties Oct 12, 13, Little Ballerinas (3-6 yrs) self esteem in imaginative projects. The power of 26 (am only) and Nov 2. Young ballerinas explore the fun and beauty of self expression in preparing brains for learning WPG Gym ballet while learning the basic techniques. They is immeasurable. No class Oct 14 and Nov 11. 240833-240844 $180/1 sess will love playing with their creative expression in this fun class. Children must be able to Craft Room Sa Sep 14-Dec 14 11:00am-2:00pm 242488 $162/9 sess participate without a parent in the room. There 240845-240856 $180/1 sess M Oct 7-Dec 16 3:30pm-4:30pm will be a presentation on the last day for INSTRUCTOR: FAYE FAYERMAN Sa Sep 14-Dec 14 2:00pm-5:00pm families. More information can be found at 240859-240871 $180/1 sess www.kirbysnelldance.com. No class Oct 13 Su Sep 15-Dec 15 11:00am-2:00pm and Nov 10. Dining Room 240872-240884 $180/1 sess 3-5 yrs Pottery Su Sep 15-Dec 15 2:00pm-5:00pm INSTRUCTOR: BIRTHDAY PARTY LEADERS 240927 $90/9 sess Parent and Child Pottery (3-8 yrs) Su Sep 15-Nov 24 11:00am-11:45am Spend some bonding time with your child while 4-6 yrs creating pottery. You will make different projects 240928 $90/9 sess in each class such as a print of your little one’s Family Playtime Su Sep 15-Nov 24 12:45pm-1:30pm hand. This class is perfect for the parent and INSTRUCTOR: ENDORPHIN RUSH DANCE AND child that want to experience Pottery together. Family Playtime (1-8 yrs) FITNESS Children must be accompanied by one adult and Climb, slide, ride, roll, jump, play with the only siblings who are registered may attend. All sports equipment (soccer, floor hockey and My First Dance Class (2-4 yrs) supplies included. No registration after the 3rd basketball) or just bounce away in the Bouncy An introduction to creative dance. Aspiring little class. No class Oct 13 and Nov 10. Castle. There is something for every child. dancers will use songs, movement explorations Pottery Studio Parents must stay with their child(ren) during and games to explore coordination, rhythm, Family Playtime. Drop in $3.25, or purchase 240774 $150/10 sess spatial awareness and cooperation. This class a 10-visit pass for $30. No Playtime Oct 12, Su Sep 15-Dec 1 9:30am-11:00am for the youngest of dancers to experience a INSTRUCTOR: CHRISTINA SHIMEK 13 & 26 and Nov 2. WPG Gym playful class with the support of their parents 240769 $3.25/1 sess being present. More information can be found Sa Sep 14-Dec 14 9:30am-11:00am at www.kirbysnelldance.com. No class Oct 13 Follow us on SOCIAL MEDIA 240770 $3.25/1 sess and Nov 10. Dining Room @westpointgreycc Su Sep 15-Dec 15 9:30am-11:00am 240917 $90/9 sess Su Sep 15-Nov 24 10:15am-11:00am INSTRUCTOR: ENDORPHIN RUSH DANCE AND FITNESS
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Japanese NEW Education Orff Music for Toddlers and 4 yrs 240890 $280/28 sess Preschoolers (2-3 yrs) Mad Science for As your child grows into preschool age, they are M W Sep 9-Dec 18 9:15am-10:30am Preschoolers (3-5 yrs) ready for new musical challenges. In this level Enjoy engaging demonstrations, perform simple 240892 $280/28 sess children begin to actively participate in singing experiments and discover how science can M W Sep 9-Dec 18 10:45am-12:00pm and playing the instruments. We will focus on fun you better understand the world around you! 5 yrs and learning musical concepts such as keeping Mad Science preschool programs are engaging 240893 $150/15 sess the beat, following the leader as well as various hands-on learning experiences for children. Each W Sep 17-Dec 14 9:15am-10:30am movement songs and learning how to name and session provides an interactive, age-appropriate 240894 $150/15 sess play a variety of percussion instruments. Tonia exploration of a specific science topic. has been teaching the Orff method for many W Sep 17-Dec 14 10:45am-12:00pm No class Oct 12. INSTRUCTOR: HIROKO KASHIHARA years and works with all ages. She has lots of Craft Room songs to keep your toddler movin’ and groovin’. 241218 $140/8 sess A handout of songs is given out at the last class. Sa Sep 14-Nov 9 9:30am-10:30am Come join the fun! INSTRUCTOR: MAD SCIENCE Music Meeting Room 241213 $96/12 sess Orff Music for Babies NEW Tu Sep 10-Nov 26 10:50am-11:20am INSTRUCTOR: TONIA ALLEN Languages (12-18 months) This is baby’s first music class! Enjoy an NEW Japanese programs take opportunity for you and your baby to sing, play Orff Music for Siblings place at Jericho Hill Centre (JHC) instruments and dance to the tunes. Lots of knee (6 months-4 yrs) located at 4196 West 4th Avenue. bouncing, hand-clapping fun. With guitar and This class is for two children of the same family many puppets and dancing scarves Tonia will to learn music together. The little ones can laugh Japanese (3-5 yrs) keep the little ones singing and dancing. At the and bounce to the beat while the older ones will This Japanese program has been in operation end of the term parents are given a handout of lead with actions and singing. This is the perfect at WPG for over 20 years and continues to songs to take home. Come join the fun! class to share musical family fun together. Tonia emphasize the importance of creativity and social Meeting Room has an unlimited amount of knee bouncing, hand development in the acquisition of language skills. 241179 $96/12 sess clapping songs as well as movement songs and Children will learn the Japanese language through Tu Sep 10-Nov 26 9:30am-10:00am instruments to play! Price reflects registration activity based methods including reading, INSTRUCTOR: TONIA ALLEN for two siblings. For online registration, please writing and crafts. The 9:15am class focuses on register one child per family. Come join the fun! language (word play) and music and the 10:45am Meeting Room Orff Music for Toddlers NEW class focuses on arts and crafts and traditional 241214 $108/12 sess Japanese games. It is recommended but not (18 months-2 yrs) Tu Sep 10-Nov 26 11:30am-12:00pm required that children enroll for both time slots. With a focus on fun and learning new musical INSTRUCTOR: TONIA ALLEN If enrolling for both timeslots, it is mandatory for skills as well as language development this class parents to pick up their children inbetween the is perfect for those exploring toddlers. We have Tonia Allen two classes. Please note that these classes are lots of instruments, drums, xylophones and Orff music is an exciting, innovative and Japanese immersion based which means they props to keep your toddler dancing and singing. hands on approach to music education. Your are in Japanese. However, children do not need Come join Tonia with her guitar, puppets and child will sing, dance and play a large variety to have experience with the Japanese language dancing scarves for a rollicking good time. A of percussion instruments. We will also do to register. No class Oct 14 and Nov 11. handout of songs is given out at the last class. rhythm and pitch training, movement, puppets, JHC Preschool Room Come join the fun! scarves etc. Tonia Allen has been teaching all 3 yrs Meeting Room ages for many years and has recently moved 240790 $300/30 sess 241180 $96/12 sess her very popular Orff program from the Tu Th Sep 10-Dec 19 9:15am-10:30am Tu Sep 10-Nov 26 10:10am-10:40am INSTRUCTOR: TONIA ALLEN Vancouver Academy of Music to the West Point 240791 $300/30 sess Grey Community Centre. She also teaches at Tu Th Sep 10-Dec 19 10:45am-12:00pm Creative Kids Montessori school and teaches guitar flute and recorder classes. In each age level, we will do age appropriate fun songs that will get your toddlers grooving to the beat. Come and join the fun. www.westpointgrey.org —— 13 Infant & Preschool
Music cont’d Piano Lessons with June (3+ yrs) Sports June’s lessons for the young beginners includes various fun activities such as alphabet games, Quoted price for private music lessons is playing and singing using props and musical theory Soccer - GrassRoots (3-5 yrs) for 30 minutes unless otherwise noted. books. No class Oct 5 and Dec 1. Music Room GrassRoots Soccer it’s more than just improving 30 min lessons children’s Soccer skills. It’s based on a unique Piano Lessons with Victoria (3+ yrs) 240159-240166 $487.50/15 sess coaching model that helps boys and girls of all Participants develop a basic understanding of Tu Sep 10-Dec 17 6:30pm-9:30pm abilities to grow, develop their skills and reach music theory and technique in a relaxed and their potential. This program uses the four corner 240169-240182 $487.50/15 sess creative atmosphere. More advanced students model that encompasses four key attributes that Th Sep 12-Dec 19 1:00pm-9:30pm will learn the skill of performing, preparing for the are vital for development physical, technique, RCM exams and festivals. Students benefit from 240187-240235 $455/14 sess psychological and social, all which help children personalized attention and have fun learning at Sa Sep 14-Dec 21 9:15am-1:45pm to develop more than just their football skills. their own pace. No class Sep 23, 25, 30, Oct 7, 240191-240197 $455/14 sess They will gain confidence, self esteem, learn 9, 14 and Nov 11. Music Room Su Sep 15-Dec 22 9:45am-1:15pm to work in teams and improve their decision making. Drop in $15 if space permits. 236079-236084 $500/10 sess 45 min lessons M Sep 9-Dec 16 12:00pm-2:00pm WPG Gym 240183-240184 $731.25/15 sess Session 1 236087-236098 $700/14 sess Th Sep 12-Dec 19 3:30pm-5:00pm 241154 $98/7 sess W Sep 4-Dec 18 2:00pm-7:30pm 1 hour lessons W Sep 18-Oct 30 3:20pm-4:05pm INSTRUCTOR: VICTORIA GOMON 240167-240168 $975/15 sess Session 2 Tu Sep 10-Dec 17 3:30pm-6:30pm 241155 $98/7 sess 240185-240186 $975/15 sess W Nov 6-Dec 18 3:20pm-4:05pm F Sep 13-Dec 20 4:00pm-6:00pm INSTRUCTOR: GLYN ROBERTS INSTRUCTOR: JUNE LAM Yoga West Point Grey Licensed Preschool at Aberthau Our Licensed Preschool offers care for children ages 30 months-5 years in the Mello Kids Yoga (3-5 yrs) NEW West Point Grey Community within a “Learning through Play” environment. A fun and imaginative movement-based-practice that is experiential, community driven and Limited spots still available for 2019-2020 school year. inspired by nature. We aim to provide insightful This program provides a stimulating environment while enabling children to develop creative, social, Yoga teachings in an easily deconstructed way emotional, physical and intellectual skills. The curriculum includes structured and non-structured using – stories, games, yoga props, music activities which allow children to make individual choices, experience group activities and meet the and dance. Expect to go on Yoga journeys unique needs and abilities of each child. Themes are developmentally appropriate and are expanded together in which each child is invited to on based on each specific age group. participate in co-creating stories using their wildest imagination. Parents are welcome to stay and play if they choose. Every class includes breath work, postures and relaxation. No class Oct 14 and Nov 11. Oak Room 243272 $96/8 sess Follow us on SOCIAL MEDIA M Sep 23-Nov 30 11:30am-12:15pm INSTRUCTOR: DIANA SENICHENKO 30 Month Old Program @westpointgreycc Tues and Thurs 9:15am-11:15am $170/month Diana Senichenko 3 Year Old Program Originally from Vancouver, Diana has been practicing and teaching Yoga for 14 Mon, Wed and Fri 9:00am-11:30am $190/month years, where she was trained in Classical 4 Year Old Program Ashtanga and Hatha Yoga. Diana is also Mon, Tues, Wed and Thurs 12:15pm-3:15pm $296/month a trained perinatal doula bringing body & This age group includes the weekly family fun phonics program breath awareness to new families. For more TEACHERS: MIRANDA TAGLIAFIERRO & ALISSA REDER information visit yoga.mellodia.com
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Art Creative Drawing and Watercolour for Children (6-10 yrs) Birthday Parties Children will develop new skills and talents using Children’s Art Therapy (6-12 yrs) NEW watercolour materials, techniques and expanding Bouncy Castle Party Time - These private one-to-one art therapy sessions self-confidence while making their authentic offer a fun, safe way for children to process their creations. The class objective is to provide a Birthday Party (1-12 yrs) Have fun in the gym with our Playtime toys, emotions through art making. With support and friendly, non-competitive environment where sports equipment and our large Bouncy Castle. encouragement your child is invited to create creativity and innovation are able to flourish in Party includes 30mins for set-up, 2hrs for the art using simple, inviting materials such as clay, enormous fun. This is an opportunity for children party, 30mins for clean-up and two birthday paints, pastels, and colourful craft supplies, and to develop a life long appreciation for art and self- party leaders - one to supervise the bouncy in the process express and explore personal expression in skills and craftsmanship based castle and one to assist with activities. You bring thoughts and feelings. Appropriate for children classes. Creating new ideas, learning techniques everything else including decorations, food and ages 6-12, who are experiencing mild emotional and discovering new watercolour materials cake. Max 24 children. Additional flat rate of $60 or behavioural challenges or life transitions. Each demonstrates unique self esteem in imaginative for more than 24 children (two weeks notice must lesson is 50 minutes long (choices are 3:30pm projects. No class Oct 14 and Nov 11. be provided or the max of 24 children must be or 4:30pm). Craft Room Craft Room upheld). No parties Oct 12, 13 & 26 (am only) Introduction/Trial Sessions 242489 $162/9 sess and Nov 2. 242502-242503 $80/1 sess M Oct 7-Dec 16 4:45pm-5:45pm WPG Gym W Oct 30 3:30pm-5:20pm INSTRUCTOR: FAYE FAYERMAN 240833-240844 $180/1 sess 243627-243628 $80/1 sess Sa Sep 14-Dec 14 11:00am-2:00pm W Nov 6 3:30pm-5:20pm 240845-240856 $180/1 sess Ongoing Pottery Sa Sep 14-Dec 14 2:00pm-5:00pm 242504-242505 $432/6 sess 240859-240871 $180/1 sess W Nov 13-Dec 18 3:30pm-5:20pm Parent and Child Pottery (3-8 yrs) Su Sep 15-Dec 15 11:00am-2:00pm INSTRUCTOR: COLLEEN SHERIDAN Spend some bonding time with your child while creating pottery. You will make different projects 240872-240884 $180/1 sess Colleen Sheridan in each class such as a print of your little one’s Su Sep 15-Dec 15 2:00pm-5:00pm Colleen is a compassionate and encouraging hand. This class is perfect for the parent and INSTRUCTOR: BIRTHDAY PARTY LEADERS professional Art Therapist and practicing artist. child that want to experience Pottery together. She understands that connecting with our Children must be accompanied by one adult and creativity is inherently healing, and is passionate only siblings who are registered may attend. All about providing a safe, supportive, judgement supplies included. No registration after the 3rd free space for children and adults to tap into class. No class Oct 13 and Nov 10. that creative source. Colleen holds a Bachelor Pottery Studio of Arts in Psychology from UBC and a Graduate 240774 $150/10 sess Diploma in Art Therapy from the Vancouver Art Su Sep 15-Dec 1 9:30am-11:00am Therapy Institute. Her most recent art project is INSTRUCTOR: CHRISTINA SHIMEK “Fish Ladder”, a public art mural in the Lonsdale Quay Market. For more information visit www.truecoloursarttherapy.com
The Leisure Access Program (LAP) The Leisure Access Program (LAP) provides low-income Vancouver residents with access to basic recreation programs and services at Park Board facilities at a reduced cost. Upon qualifying, the subsidy is loaded on a OneCard for discounted access to all Park Board pools, rinks, and participating fitness and community centres. See http://vancouver.ca/leisureaccess or call the front desk at 604-257-8140 for more information.
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Dance Bricks 4 Kidz – LEGO NEW Mad Science for Kids (6-11 yrs) Holidays Workshop (5-10 yrs) Enjoy engaging demonstrations, perform simple experiments and discover how science can Hip Hop Breakers (4-7 yrs) Ring in the season with LEGO! Children will be seeing more than sugar plums as they build you better understand the world around you! This non-stop action packed class including sleighs, elves, and other festive models. All Mad Science preschool programs are engaging hip hop, basic breakdancing and dance games children go home with a customized Minifigure hands-on learning experiences for children. Each that will have your dancer dancing to the beats. and a candy cane. session provides an interactive, age-appropriate Family and friends be ready to cheer during Craft Room exploration of a specific science topic. the final day performance. More information 242498 $30/1 sess No class Oct 12. can be found at www.kirbysnelldance.com. Craft Room No class Oct 13 and Nov 10. Su Dec 22 10:00am-12:00pm INSTRUCTOR: BRICKS 4 KIDZ 241220 $140/8 sess Dining Room Sa Sep 14-Nov 9 11:00am-12:00pm 240923 $90/9 sess INSTRUCTOR: MAD SCIENCE Su Sep 15-Nov 24 12:00pm-12:45pm Fire and Flower – Girls NEW INSTRUCTOR: ENDORPHIN RUSH DANCE AND FITNESS Empowerment Program (10-12 yrs) Science, Games and Have tons of fun, feel awesome in who you Homework (6-10 yrs) are, and learn about the transition into young Little Ballerinas (4-6 yrs) A fun program for children after school on womanhood. Together we build positive Tuesdays! Each session will include a science Young ballerinas explore the fun and beauty friendships and celebrate each other’s strength and games component with experiments and of ballet while learning the basic techniques. and beauty. Body positivity, self-esteem, other fun activities! Following the science They will love playing with their creative media literacy, physical changes and anxiety portion there will be a transition to homework expression in this fun class. Children must explored through games, movement, crafts, help. A light snack will be provided and all be able to participate without a parent in the and discussions. For more information visit participants will need to bring their current room. There will be a presentation on the last www.fireandflowergirls.org. No class Oct 31. homework. A walking school bus is available day for families. More information can be found Craft Room for children enrolled in this program from Queen at www.kirbysnelldance.com No class Oct 13 242508 $150/5 sess Mary Elementary school however children must and Nov 10. Th Oct 17-Nov 21 4:00pm-6:30pm pre-register for both activities. Dining Room INSTRUCTOR: ELISA LEE Craft Room 240928 $90/9 sess 242487 $140/14 sess Su Sep 15-Nov 24 12:45pm-1:30pm Tu Sep 10-Dec 10 3:30pm-5:30pm INSTRUCTOR: ENDORPHIN RUSH Elisa Lee DANCE AND FITNESS INSTRUCTOR: KEITH NATH Elisa Lee, MA, has been a passionate teacher, facilitator and youth wilderness guide for 15 Walking School Bus - years. She is the founder of Fire & Flower Education which offers mentorship and rite of passage Science and Homework (6-10 yrs) programs for girls to transition into young Does your child attend Queen Mary Elementary Bricks 4 Kidz – LEGO NEW womanhood with confidence and pride. Elisa School? Are they interested in the Science, Games and Homework program on Tuesdays Halloween Workshop (6-10 yrs) holds a Master’s degree in Environmental Education specializing in women’s coming- afterschool? If yes, register them for the Walking Double, double toil and trouble; fire burn and School Bus program. Keith, the WPG youth cauldron bubble. Join us for Halloween where of-age rites of passage, as well as degrees in Education, Biology and English Literature. leader, will pick-up the children from the school we build a Frankenstein of scary things for our at 3pm, walk them to the community centre motorized LEGO cauldrons! All children go home She loves helping women and girls find authentic, meaningful direction in their lives and facilitate a science, games and homework with a customized Minifigure and a Halloween program. A light snack will be provided and treat. Craft Room through community learning, self-care and nature connection. all participants will need to bring their current 242497 $30/1 sess homework. Please meet outside the school Su Oct 27 10:00am-12:00pm office promptly after school. INSTRUCTOR: BRICKS 4 KIDZ Craft Room 242485 Free with Science and Homework program registration Follow us on SOCIAL MEDIA Tu Sep 10-Dec 10 3:00pm-5:30pm @westpointgreycc INSTRUCTOR: KEITH NATH
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Speech and Drama (7-18 yrs) First Aid Have fun learning to use your voice clearly & expressively for presentations and performances. Red Cross Babysitting (11-16 yrs) Gain confidence and develop skills for acting, The Red Cross Babysitting course includes public speaking, debating, social interaction and all the useful and reliable educational features etiquette. Participate in performance, auditions, parents would choose for their preteen or teen. recital, festivals, and Royal Conservatory of This course is a nationally recognized program Music exams (Fine Arts credits for Grade 11 designed to help course participants develop & 12 High School graduation). Diplomas for self-assurance, knowledge and skills required for performing and teaching may be attained. babysitting duties and when caring for themselves Lessons are 30 minutes - private ($360) or semi alone. Completion card with no expiry date will be private ($205). No class Nov 27. provided at the end of the course. Library Library 241135-241139 $360/12 sess 242483 $80/1 sess W Sep 11-Dec 4 3:30pm-5:30pm Sat Oct 19 9:30am-4:30pm 241143-241150 $360/12 sess INSTRUCTOR: COMMUNITY CARE Th Sep 12-Nov 28 3:30pm-7:00pm FIRST AID INSTRUCTOR: LISA OPPENHEIM
Strong Healthy Kids - Adult & Child Workshop Series NEW Through these interactive workshops for adults & children (Grades 4-7), we focus on strenghtening the adult-child connection while working together to create healthy habits for life. For more information check out www.stronghealthykids.ca Cost is $30 for one adult and child pair, $10 for each additional family members.
Strong Healthy Kids – Eat This Move That – Body, Mind and Spirit An Eating and Moving Workshop A true sense of health & well-being occurs when Food education leads to a deeper connection we give adequate time and attention not only to with the foods we eat. When we know where our our physical health, but also our mental, social- food comes from and how to prepare it, handle emotional and spiritual health. The habits and it, and mindfully consume it, we become more practices may vary from person to person and connected to our plate! Exercise, good nutrition, family to family, but the foundational principles and a positive attitude towards a healthy lifestyle remain the same. In this interactive workshop, you will combat lethargy, lifestyle-associated will complete a short health assessment and we diseases, promote better sleep habits and a will identify some foundational habits for each of Screen Time & Kids – better mood! Through this hands-on, game- these domains. We will experiment with a variety How Much Is Too Much? centered workshop, your family can expect to of simple practices that can be incorporated into Cellphones, TV, Netflix, iPads, computers, video practice the 7 fundamental human movement your family life on a daily or weekly basis to elevate games – screens are everywhere! A pressing patterns; learn how to banish the ‘blah’ in 5 your overall health and sense of well-being while question for adults and parents is how much minutes; explore ways to make good health a cultivating a deeper adult-child connection. For is too much? In this interactive workshop, we habit; learn how to get a better night’s sleep; more information visit www.stronghealthykids.ca will explore our understanding of how we can try new and unusual foods; practice preparing a Craft Room create supportive environments where kids nutritious snack; learn how to grocery shop more 241227 $30/sess for adult and child are championed to live meaningful addiction- efficiently and create an herbal tea to take home Sa Sep 28 10:00am-11:30am free lives while growing up in an increasingly and enjoy with your family. For more information INSTRUCTOR: ALEXIA GILLESPIE technological world. For more information visit visit www.stronghealthykids.ca www.stronghealthykids.ca Craft Room Craft Room 241258 $30/sess for adult and child 241251 $30/sess for adult and child Sa Nov 16 3:00pm-4:30pm Sa Oct 19 3:00pm-4:30pm INSTRUCTOR: KAREEN VAN NEN INSTRUCTOR: DANNY TAYLOR www.westpointgrey.org —— 17 Children & Preteen
Languages Japanese - Beginners (6-15 yrs) Piano Lessons with June (5+ yrs) This Japanese program has been in operation June’s lessons for the young beginners includes at WPG for over 20 years and continues to various fun activities such as alphabet games, Japanese programs take place at emphasize the importance of creativity and playing and singing using props and musical theory Jericho Hill Centre (JHC) located social development in the acquisition of language books. No class Oct 5 and Dec 1. Music Room at 4196 West 4th Avenue. skills. Children will learn the Japanese language 30 min lessons through activity based methods such as reading, 240159-240166 $487.50/15 sess Japanese (Grades 1-10) writing and crafts. Children do need to have Tu Sep 10-Dec 17 6:30pm-9:30pm This Japanese program has been in operation at some experience with the Japanese language WPG for over 20 years. Children learn Japanese 240169-240182 $487.50/15 sess to attend this class. No class Oct 14 and Nov 11. Th Sep 12-Dec 19 1:00pm-9:30pm through activity based methods such as reading, JHC West Art Room 240187-240235 $455/14 sess writing and crafts. Children need previous 240913 $220/13 sess experience in the Japanese language to attend Sa Sep 14-Dec 21 9:15am-1:45pm. M Sep 9-Dec 16 4:15pm-6:00pm this class. No class Oct 14 and Nov 11. INSTRUCTOR: HIROKO KASHIHARA 240191-240197 $455/14 sess Grade 1 Su Sep 15-Dec 22 9:45am-1:15pm JHC Preschool Room 45 min lessons 240895 $255/15 sess 240183-240184 $731.25/15 sess Th Sep 12-Dec 19 3:45pm-5:30pm Music & Singing Th Sep 12-Dec 19 3:30pm-5:00pm Grade 2A JHC Preschool Room Quoted price for private music lessons is 1 hour lessons for 30 minutes unless otherwise noted. 240167-240168 $975/15 sess 240896 $255/15 sess Tu Sep 10-Dec 17 3:30pm-6:30pm W Sep 11- Dec 18 3:45pm-5:30pm Guitar or Voice Lessons Grade 2B 240185-240186 $975/15 sess JHC West Art Room with Iain (6-18 yrs) F Sep 13-Dec 20 4:00pm-6:00pm INSTRUCTOR: JUNE LAM 240897 $255/15 sess Students have the opportunity to choose the songs they want to learn on the Guitar as Iain Tu Sep 10-Dec 17 4:00pm-5:45pm
teaches the basics or takes students to the next Grade 3 level of playing. Sports & Martial Arts JHC West Art Room Meeting Room 240900 $255/15 sess 240311-240320 $270/10 sess Fencing, Karate, Kung Fu and Tae Kwon Th Sep 12-Dc 19 4:00pm-5:45pm W Sep 18-Nov 20 3:30pm-8:30pm Do take place at Jericho Hill Centre (JHC) Grade 5 240321-240327 $297/11 sess located at 4196 West 4th Avenue. JHC West Art Room Th Sep 19-Nov 28 5:00pm-8:30pm 240902 $255/15 sess INSTRUCTOR: IAIN MCLAREN Fencing for Beginners (10-13 yrs) F Sep 13- Dec 20 4:00pm-5:45pm Dodge, parry and lunge your way to a healthier Grade 6 Piano Lessons with Victoria (5+ yrs) body. All equipment is provided. Wear a t-shirt, JHC West Art Room Participants develop a basic understanding of sweatpants and running shoes. Beginners must 240903 $255/15 sess music theory and technique in a relaxed and purchase a manual from the instructor for $20. JHC North Room F Sep 13- Dec 20 4:00pm-5:45pm creative atmosphere. More advanced students 236163 $50/5 sess Grade 7 will learn the skill of performing, preparing for the M Sep 9-Oct 7 6:30pm-7:30pm JHC Preschool Room RCM exams and festivals. Students benefit from INSTRUCTOR: BAC TAU 240905 $220/13 sess personalized attention and have fun learning at M Sep 9-Dec 16 4:15pm-6:00pm their own pace. No class Sep 23, 25, 30, Oct 7, 9, 14 and Nov 11. Kung Fu - Wing Chun (6-13 yrs) Grade 9-12 Music Room This famous style of Kung Fu uses gentle and JHC West Art Room 236079-236084 $500/10 sess fast movements. This practical self-defense 240907 $255/15 sess M Sep 9-Dec 16 12:00pm-2:00pm style focuses on turning the opponent’s energy W Sep 11-Dec 18 4:15pm-6:00pm to your advantage. The instructor has over thirty 236087-236098 $700/14 sess Grades 1-6 years of Kung Fu experience and has taught Dates for this class are Sept 7 & 21, Oct 5 & 19, W Sep 4-Dec 18 2:00pm-7:30pm Grandmaster Yip Man style for more than twenty INSTRUCTOR: VICTORIA GOMON Nov 2 & 16 and Dec 7 & 21. years. Please wear comfortable clothes that JHC Preschool Room allow easy movement. JHC Gymnasium Stage 240910 $84/8 sess 235448 $66/6 sess Sa Sep 7-Dec 21 1:00pm-4:00pm F Sep 6-Oct 11 5:45pm-6:45pm INSTRUCTOR: HIROKO KASHIHARA INSTRUCTOR: TONG SIU SHUN 18 —— @westpointgreycc Children & Preteen
Karate – Shotokan (6+ yrs) Join us at Shubukan and train Shotokan karate Saturday Night Madness (8-12 yrs) 5:00pm-8:30pm with an emphasis on personal well-being, self- Our Saturday night out-trips will give you somethin’ to talk about. Every Saturday night consists of a different improvement and self-defense. Classes cater to activity/outing while meeting other preteens and having fun. Transportation will be by public transit. Please a wide range of abilities and experiences as we make sure to arrive by 5:00pm unless otherwise noted as it’s important that we leave on time. train kihon (basics), kata (forms), and kumite (sparing). Classes are open to all levels, beginner Sep 28 Glow in the Dark Bowling $20 243263 and advanced alike. No uniform is required for Oct 5 Chef’s Table – Cooking $15 243264 new students just wear comfortable clothes and bring a positive attitude and a desire to learn. Oct 12 No Saturday Night Madness due to Thanksgiving Day Long Weekend Visit us online at www.shubukan.ca for more Oct 19 Tie Dye T-Shirts $15 243265 information. No class Oct 14 and Nov 11. Oct 26 Pumpkin Carving Night $20 243266 JHC Gymnasium Stage 240242 $78/13 sess Nov 2 Skating $15 243267 M Sep 9-Dec 16 6:30pm-8:00pm Nov 9 No Saturday Night Madness due to Thanksgiving Day Long Weekend INSTRUCTOR: SHOBUKAN KARATE ASSOCIATION Nov 16 Games Night – Minute to Win It $15 243268 Nov 23 Glow in the Dark Bowling $20 243269 Soccer – GrassRoots (5-11 yrs) Nov 30 Holiday Baking Night $15 243270 GrassRoots Soccer it’s more than just improving children’s Soccer skills. It’s based on a unique Dec 7 Movie Night Out $20 243271 coaching model that helps boys and girls of all abilities to grow, develop their skills and reach their potential. This program uses the four corner model that encompasses four key attributes that are vital for development physical, technique, psychological and social, all which help children to develop more than just their football skills. They will gain confidence, self esteem, learn to work in teams and improve their decision making. Drop in $18 if space permits. WPG Gym Session 1 241156 $108.50/7 sess W Sep 18-Oct 30 4:10pm-5:10pm Session 2 241157 $108.50/7 sess Pro-D Days Yoga W Nov 6-Dec 18 4:10pm-5:10pm INSTRUCTOR: GLYN ROBERTS NEW Pro-D Day Adventures (6-12 yrs) Mello Yoga (6-12 yrs) A fun and imaginative movement-based-practice Tae Kwon Do (6+ yrs) Spend your Pro-D day with West Point Grey that is experiential, community driven and Join us to learn Korean martial arts and have Community Centre with an action packed day inspired by nature. We aim to provide insightful fun! Participants will learn kicking, punching of fun and excitement! These days are not to be Yoga teachings in an easily deconstructed way and blocking techniques, poomsaes (patterns) missed so register now, tell some friends about using – stories, games, yoga props, music and and nanchaku (weaponry). There is an additional it and don’t miss out! Please pack a lunch and dance. Classes are built so that the child can $70 mandatory cost for nanchaku and uniforms. bring a water bottle. experience Yoga through partner yoga, obstacle See the Tae Kwon Do instructor regarding Meeting Room courses, sculpting postures, games, dance and additional cost for the belt promotion test. The 241158 $40/1 sess mandala art. Every class includes breath work, black belt certification is recorded at the World M Sep 23 9:00am-4:00pm postures and relaxation. Oak Room Tae Kwon Do Federation headquarters in Korea. 241159 $40/1 sess 243273 $140/10 sess No class Oct 20 and 27. F Oct 25 9:00am-4:00pm Th Sep 26-Nov 28 3:45pm-4:45pm JHC North Room 241160 $40/1 sess INSTRUCTOR: DIANA SENICHENKO 234901 $120/12 sess F Nov 8 9:00am-4:00pm Su Sep 8-Dec 8 10:00am-10:50am INSTRUCTOR: NIKI MOSHIRI For Diana Senichenko’s INSTRUCTOR: DRAGON TEMPLE instructor bio see page 14. www.westpointgrey.org —— 19 Youth
Leadership Kung Fu - Wing Chun (14+ yrs) West Point Grey Community Centre This famous style of Kung Fu uses gentle and Association Scholarship Recipients fast movements. This practical self defense Youth Volunteer Congratulations to Kaitlynn Chan and Edward Orientation (13-18 yrs) style focuses on turning the opponent’s energy Shen, the recipients of the annual West to your advantage. The instructor has over thirty Learn how to get involved in your community! Point Grey Community Centre Association years of Kung Fu experience and has taught Volunteer at the West Point Grey Community Scholarships. More information on the recipients Grandmaster Yip Man style for more than twenty Centre and gain experience planning and running will be presented in the Winter 2020 brochure. years. Please wear comfortable clothes that events while having fun at the same time. allow easy movement. JHC Gymnasium Stage Volunteering is a great way to build your resume 235451 $182/14 sess and can be used for community service hours at school. At the orientation, you will learn how you Sports and Martial Arts F Sep 6-Dec 6 6:45pm-7:45pm INSTRUCTOR: TONG SIU SHUN can help with Birthday Parties on the weekends, get involved with Youth Council and volunteer at Fencing, Karate, Kung Fu and Tae Kwon Tae Kwon Do (14+ yrs) the centre’s monthly Special Events. Do take place at Jericho Hill Centre (JHC) Join us to learn Korean martial arts and have Lounge located at 4196 West 4th Avenue. 241151 Free fun! Participants will learn kicking, punching and blocking techniques, poomsaes (patterns) Tu Sep 24 6:00pm-7:00pm Ball Hockey for Young Adults and nanchaku (weaponry). There is an additional INSTRUCTOR: KEITH NATH Come join the ‘West Point Grey Canucks’, a youth $70 mandatory cost for nanchaku and uniforms. ball hockey program designed to provide a fun, See the Tae Kwon Do Instructor regarding Youth Council (14-18 yrs) safe and supportive environment for youth with additional cost for the belt promotion test. The Join our successful Youth Council and gain developmental disabilities. Please contact Norah black belt certification is recorded at the World experience by being involved with organizing Flaherty at [email protected] to discuss Tae Kwon Do Federation headquarters in Korea. events, meeting other youth in the community, the suitability of potential players. Each player No class Oct 20 and 27. JHC North Room gaining volunteer hours and by giving youth must be able to work independently and use the 234901 $120/12 sess a voice. This youth council seeks to make a hockey stick in a safe manner, etc. No drop ins. difference in the centre and in the community No session Sep 27 & Oct 25. Su Sep 8-Dec 8 10:00am-10:50am INSTRUCTOR: DRAGON TEMPLE at large. The council meets the 2nd and 4th WPG Gym Wednesday of every month. 241162 $52/13 sess Craft Room F Sep 6-Dec 13 6:00pm-7:15pm Youth in the Fitness Centre 241161 Free FACILITATOR: JIM DIGGINS & NORAH FLAHERTY Did you know that starting a fitness program now Tu Sep 24-Jun 30 6:00pm-7:30pm is not only safe but can put you on a lifetime path INSTRUCTOR: KEITH NATH Fencing for Beginners (14+ yrs) to better health & fitness?! Our qualified fitness professionals would love to show you the ropes! Dodge, parry and lunge your way to a healthier Free orientation for individuals or groups (max 4). body. All equipment is provided. Wear a t-shirt, Fitness Centre sweatpants and running shoes. Beginners must purchase a manual from the instructor for $20. JHC North Room 236164 $50/5 sess W Sep 11-Oct 9 6:30pm-7:30pm INSTRUCTOR: BAC TAU
Karate – Shotokan (14+ yrs) Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Train Shotokan karate with an emphasis on The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is an personal well-being, self-improvement and self- internationally reconized leadership program defense. Classes cater to a wide range of abilities that encourages youth to challenges and experiences as we train kihon (basics), themselves in a fun and active environment. kata (forms), and kumite (sparing). Classes are open to all levels, beginner and advanced alike. Participants must be self motivated and Visit us online at www.shubukan.ca for more able to work independently to complete the information. No class Oct 14 and Nov 11. four components of the program – Service, JHC Gymnasium Stage Skill, Physical Fitness and Expedition. 240242 $78/13 sess Please contact Keith, the Youth Leader at M Sep 9-Dec 16 6:30pm-8:00pm [email protected] for more INSTRUCTOR: SHOBUKAN KARATE ASSOCIATION information and to get started. 20 —— @westpointgreycc Adult & Seniors
Arts Abstract and Mixed Media Painting Drawing and Painting Students will work with conventional and Before being able to paint with individual Some Art programs take place at unconventional materials within a constrained style, you will learn how to draw, shape and Jericho Hill Centre (JHC) located at palette to learn the fundamentals of contrast, form images in perspective while creating 4196 West 4th Ave. space and textures. Study expressions within compositional structures. You will experiment lines, shapes, colours, acrylics, oils, volumes with a variety of painting materials such as and composition and do experimental drawing colour pencils, pastels, watercolour, acrylic, ABC Acrylics - Beginners Colour and painting, including textures with basic etc. We will explore topics including landscape, With acrylics there is never a mistake – it’s colours all on different types of paper, canvas still life, flowers, figures and more. Supplies just another layer! Fast drying, water based and wood panel. Drop in $32 if space permits. are not included. Please bring any drawing and acrylics has few rules and is a perfect medium JHC North Room colour materials that you may want for the first for beginners to delve into painting. Colour 236156 $186/6 sess class. Supply list available upon registration. mixing, theory and brush technique will be Th Sep 12-Oct 17 1:30pm-4:30pm www.atashzad.com. Drop in $29 if space permits. JHC North Room clearly demonstrated and will ultimately lead 236159 $186/6 sess 238277 $295/12 sess you into a juicy loose landscape. No fear of Th Oct 24-Nov 28 1:30pm-4:30pm getting lost - experienced navigator of colour INSTRUCTOR: DAVIDE MERINO F Oct 4-Dec 20 12:30pm-3:00pm and composition - instructor Niina Chebry will INSTRUCTOR: M. REZA ATASHZAD lead you through to the other side! This is a class Acrylic Painting suited for beginners or for those who need a Enjoying and relaxing with acrylic painting as an How to Make Christmas Cards NEW refresher in colour theory and brush technique. expressive and vibrant medium. You will learn Acrylic paint supplies available upon request. in Watercolour how to use the brushes to achieve a variety of Join us for a fun, engaging workshop and learn $55 art kit includes paint, canvas and brushes techniques including blending, glazing, lifting, how to make your own beautiful Christmas cards JHC North Room wet on wet and over dry to create different with various watercolour techniques. You leave 240151 $165/6 sess textures and brush strokes on your artwork. We at the end of the workshop with up to four original Tu Sep 17-Oct 22 11:30am-1:30pm will focus on beautiful landscapes, flowers and INSTRUCTOR: NIINA CHEBRY Christmas cards. All materials such as paints, figures. Supply list available upon registration. brushes, matching blank cards and envelopes www.atashzad.com. Drop in $29 if space permits. are provided. All skill levels welcome. Abstract Painting - Introduction JHC North Room Craft Room Express with colours and textures, combining 238275 $295/12 sess 238280 $57/1 sess traditional and non-traditional ways, applying F Oct 4-Dec 20 9:30am-12:00pm Sa Dec 21 9:15am-1:15pm colour and variety of materials onto canvas, INSTRUCTOR: M. REZA ATASHZAD INSTRUCTOR: M. REZA ATASHZAD paper, or wooden panels. Use different media with brushes, knives and other tools made of Art For Wellness - Creativity, wood, plastics, metal, paper or cardboard. Watercolour Painting Happiness and You This program for adults will give you the chance Learn the use of colour (acrylics or oils), Join art therapist Colleen Sheridan and discover to learn to apply watercolour painting by exploring pastels, charcoal, and pencils. We will start with how to tap into your natural creativity for an the medium’s full potential. Learn to use water, continuous exercises, then move onto exploring increased sense of happiness and wellbeing. paper, colour, and brushes to create an endless and developing individual ideas. Drop in $32. In a safe and encouraging space, you will variety of tones and atmosphere in your painting. No class Oct 14 and Nov 11. experience how simple art-making can not We will focus on landscape painting techniques JHC North Room only be relaxing and fun, but can also lead to and studies of nature (flowers). Supply list 236152 $186/6 sess personal insight. No experience needed. Easy available upon registration. www.atashzad.com. M Sep 9-Oct 21 1:30pm-4:30pm to use supplies provided. Colleen is a local artist Drop in $29 if space permits. 236154 $186/6 sess and professional art therapist with a passion for JHC North Room M Oct 28-Dec 9 1:30pm-4:30pm encouraging creativity and wellness. 238278 $295/12 sess INSTRUCTOR: DAVIDE MERINO Craft Room F Oct 4-Dec 20 3:00pm-5:30pm 237352 $176/8 sess INSTRUCTOR: M. REZA ATASHZAD Tu Oct 29-Dec 17 1:00pm-3:00pm INSTRUCTOR: COLLEEN SHERIDAN
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Arts cont’d Dance Spanish Flamenco Dance Flamenco dance is a fusion of Ballet, Spanish Life Drawing Sessions Ballroom Dance - Level 1 and 2 classical dance, and gypsy style. It is also a These three-hour sessions are an opportunity to Poise confidence and exercise are some of the unique art form with vigorous passion. This is draw from a nude model in a relaxed but serious benefits of ballroom dance. Feel at ease on the an introduction and practical class. Everyone environment. All levels welcome. Please bring floor with any partner whether at a dance party, is welcome, no dance experience is required. your own drawing materials. Coordinated by night club or wedding. Singles and couples You will learn the flamenco culture, history, artist Tracey Vath. Drop in $18 or $75/5 visit welcome. Learn to Foxtrot, Waltz, Swing and basic dance terminology in Spanish, and card. No class Oct 14 and Nov 11. Rumba. Choreography for wedding couples authentic flamenco movements: Zapateado JHC North Room available. Discount for additional person if signing (foot work), Floreo (hand and finger work), 240479 $140/10 sess up as a pair. Drop in $15 if space permits. vuelta (turns), and palmas (clapping). Working M Sep 16-Dec 2 10:00am-1:00pm Oak Room on Flamenco Tangos, and Sevillanas. The class INSTRUCTOR: TRACEY VATH 240148 $144/12 sess helps to strengthen your body and develop Tu Sep 10-Nov 26 7:00pm-8:15pm creative self-expression with style. Drop in $16. Painter’s Art Studio INSTRUCTOR:LINDA SHORT No class Oct 14 and Nov 11. Oak Room Bring your own paints, paper or canvas and do Free Trial your own thing in the company of other people Ballroom Dance - Level 2 and 3 238665 Free who enjoy painting. There is no instruction For returning students or those who have had at M Sep 9 1:00pm-2:00pm provided, so painters must be experienced least 2 years of previous dance experience. This 238663 $168/12 sess enough to draw/paint on their own. Easels is a great opportunity to review basic skills. You M Sep 16-Dec 16 1:00pm-2:00pm provided. Contact liaison for further information: will be introduced to the more rhythmical dances, INSTRUCTOR: EMILY HSU Gwynneth Moriarty, [email protected]. Cha Cha, Samba as well as the very passionate Drop in $9. JHC North Room Tango. Drop in $15 if space permits. Collaborative Creative Dance 240076 $105/15 sess Oak Room An arts program that uses the collaborative W Sep 11-Dec 18 1:00pm-4:00pm 240149 $144/12 sess creative strategies developed in the Arts and FACILITATOR: VANCOUVER ART GUILD Tu Sep 10-Nov 26 8:15pm-9:30pm Health Project, encouraging and supporting INSTRUCTOR: LINDA SHORT seniors to express their life experience and Painting - Be Bold and Go Big NEW knowledge creatively in groups working with NEW No room at home? We have a beautiful BIG space Gush Dance professional artists who have training to for you to spread out and paint BIG! Here you Desirée Dunbar, creator of Dezza Dance, guides work with the older populations. Based on the can expand an idea you have been working on you in a unique transformational movement foundation of collaboration, the project builds with a variety of painting tools including brooms, practice blending Martha Graham Modern community and strengthens cultural and social squeegees and more. House paint welcome. Dance, Mindfulness and Authentic Movement. understandings. Oak Room Unstretched canvases will give you more This unique dance workshop integrates body/ Intro freedom. Artist and instructor Niina Chebry will mind/spirit and leaves you feeling stronger and 240252 Free be your personal coach. Limited to 5 students, more balanced. Suitable for adults/ all levels. F Sep 27-Nov 29 12:30pm-2:00pm Previous dance experience an asset but not this class is for experienced painters. Level 2 NEW JHC North Room necessary. Class runs 6-8pm followed by tea/ Participants will build strength, focusing more 240154 $165/6 sess social from 8-9pm. Drop in $26 if space permits. on skill, technique and enhanced choreography. Tu Sep 17-Oct 22 12:00pm-4:00pm Dining Room Participants will also have the option to perform. INSTRUCTOR: NIINA CHEBRY 230592 $250/10 sess Some collaborative dance experience necessary. W Sep 18-Nov 20 6:00pm-9:00pm Drop in $6 if space permits. INSTRUCTOR: DESIREE DUNBAR Painting for Somewhat 240253 $50/10 sessions Experienced, Slightly lost F Sep 27-Nov 29 10:45am-12:15pm If you are a little lost or stuck in the mud with your Folk Dancing INSTRUCTOR: DESIREE DUNBAR painting, this class is for you! Bring paintings Join us for an informal evening of unique you have been working on or start something dances from various countries. Beginners Scottish Country Dance new. Here you can work out the challenges of welcome. Come by yourself or with a friend. This is an intermediate level social class. Some composition and technique in the atmosphere of Instruction provided for beginners. Drop in $4. dancing experience required. No class Nov 27. a studio filled with other creative people. No class Oct 14 and Nov 11. Drop in $4. Oak Room JHC North Room Oak Room 240150 $42/12 sess 240153 $165/6 sess 238649 $42/13 sess W Sep 18-Dec 11 7:30pm-9:30pm Tu Sep 17-Oct 22 1:30pm-3:30pm M Sep 9-Dec 16 7:45pm-9:45pm INSTRUCTOR: IRENE VAVASOUR INSTRUCTOR: NIINA CHEBRY INSTRUCTOR: BILL THOMPSON 22 —— @westpointgreycc Adult & Seniors
Pottery Pottery - Hand & Wheel - Beginner This class is specifically geared towards the beginner Pottery students. Make mugs, bowls, plates and related objects that are functional or decorative. Some handbuilding techniques will also be covered. Clay must be purchased through the centre and pottery tools can be purchased for an additional $30. Please note that registration after 2nd class must be approved by the instructor. Pottery Studio 240782 $250/10 sess Tu Sep 17-Nov 19 6:30pm-9:30pm INSTRUCTOR: DANIELLE GAGNIER
Pottery - Hand & Wheel - Pottery - Hand & Wheel - Beginner and Intermediate Intermediate and Advanced Make mugs, bowls, plates and related objects Make mugs, bowls, plates and related objects that are functional or decorative. Some that are functional or decorative while your handbuilding techniques will also be covered. All handbuildng and wheel throwing is taken to classes are suitable for beginner to intermediate the next level. This class is for students who learners. Clay must be purchased through the have experience, taken beginning classes for a centre and pottery tools can be purchased for an while now and are either at or want to be at the additional $30. Please note that registration after intermediate and advanced level. Clay must be 2nd class must be approved by the instructor. purchased through the centre and pottery tools No class Oct 12, 14, 16 & 23 and Nov 11. can be purchased for an additional $30. Please Pottery Studio note that registration after 2nd class must be 240775 $250/10 sess approved by the instructor. Pottery Studio M Sep 16-Dec 2 9:00am-12:00pm 240786 $250/10 sess Pottery and Wine Night INSTRUCTOR: ANGELIQUE CORALIE KENDALL Th Sept 19-Nov 21 6:30pm-9:30pm INSTRUCTOR: CHARMIAN NIMMO at Aberthau (19+ yrs) 240776 $250/10 sess M Sep 16-Dec 2 6:30pm-9:30pm Explore the possibility and magic of the INSTRUCTOR: NORA VALLIANT Pottery Studio. Our WPG instructor, Cheryl will be leading the night as you have the 240783 $250/10 sess Pottery Sale opportunity to hand build and try your hand W Sep 18-Nov 20 3:00pm-6:00pm INSTRUCTOR: CHERYL STAPLETON 10am- 4pm Saturday Dec 7th on the wheel. We will provide the clay, tools, West Point Grey Community Centre appetizers and of course, the wine and by 240785 $250/10 sess the end of the evening you will be impressed W Sep 18-Nov 20 6:30pm-9:30pm with what you made! No pottery experience INSTRUCTOR: CHERYL STAPLETON is required just a great attitude to learn and 240787 $250/10 sess clothes that can get dirty. Sa Sep 21-Nov 30 10:00am-1:00pm Pottery Studio INSTRUCTOR: WENDY BERRY 240766 $52.41/1 sess F Sep 20 6:00pm-9:00pm Follow us on SOCIAL MEDIA 240767 $52.41/1 sess @westpointgreycc F Nov 22 6:00pm-9:00pm INSTRUCTOR: CHERYL STAPLETON www.westpointgrey.org —— 23 Adult & Seniors
Day Trips Education
Each Day Trip includes transportation For all 1 day workshops by a Mini Coach, a guide, high quality pre-registration is required. dining experience and gratuity. Accessible Transportation NEW Enjoy the Journey - in Metro Vancouver Arts Whistler Holiday Market Got questions about using buses and SkyTrain? Whistler’s Original Artisan Market has built Wondering how to use a Compass Card? a reputation of presenting unique, quality, TransLink will be on hand to discuss how to handmade arts and crafts featuring over 100 utilize our diverse public transit system in Metro artisans. Activity level is easy. Package includes Vancouver. Please register in advance! Squamish Adventure Centre, escorted entry, Library Room admission donation, Arts Whistler Holiday 225868 Free Market, 3 hours free time and all fees and Tu Oct 22 10:00am-11:30am taxes. Pick up and drop off at West Point Grey INSTRUCTOR:TRANSLINK Community Centre 238672 $79/1 sess Colour and Your World NEW Enjoy the Journey - Su Dec 1 8:30am-4:45pm This informative and highly interactive course for INSTRUCTOR: ENJOY THE JOURNEY Westham Island adults and seniors provides education on how Discover a hidden gem! Travel across the Fraser colors influence and enrich our everyday lives. Enjoy the Journey - River over one-lane wooden bridge to a tiny Students will learn the role of colors in different Bowen Island island with its own world-class bird sanctuary. civilizations throughout history with emphasis Located 20 minutes by ferry from Horseshoe Also visit Garry Point Park’s Sturgeon Estuary on Western art & culture. Attendees will also Bay, Bowen Island is a scenic, forested retreat and London Farms for a High Tea lunch. Activity understand qualities and characteristics of with a rich history and unique shops. Additional level is easy. Package includes Reifel Migratory colors while learning how they impact and shape $10 ferry fee for 64 years and under. Activity Bird Sanctuary, Snow Geese guided tour, lunch our common perception of the world, including level is easy. Package includes Bowen Island at London Heritage Farm, Garry Point Park their role in visual and virtual communication, Museum, lunch at Artisan Eats, Village Square, Sturgeon Banks Estuary, Angel Estate Winery relaxation, meditation and art/healing therapies. Killarney Lake escorted walk, Snug Cove, Tasting and all fees and taxes. Pick up and drop Library Room off at West Point Grey Community Centre Orchard Historical Society and all fees and taxes. 232513 $199/8 sess 238668 $99/1 sess Pick up and drop off at West Point Grey Th Sep 26-Nov 14 12:00pm-2:30pm Community Centre M Oct 28 10:00am-4:45pm INSTRUCTOR: NEVENKA STANKOVIC INSTRUCTOR: ENJOY THE JOURNEY 238667 $119/1 sess W Sep 25 8:45am-5:45pm NEPP Earthquake Preparedness - Enjoy the Journey - Lights at INSTRUCTOR: ENJOY THE JOURNEY Personal and Family Lafarge and Heritage Christmas We have all witnessed earthquakes throughout Step back in time at this year’s Heritage the world and have seen the devastation caused. Christmas, stroll through the village and take Living in Vancouver we are overdue for an a ride on the carousel! After dinner take a stroll earthquake yet few of us take the steps to ensure around Lake Lafarge, where illuminated tunnels we are prepared. This session covers what and spectacular light displays comprise the is required to develop your family emergency biggest Xmas display in the Lower Mainland. plan, how to conduct a “Home Hazard” Hunt, Activity level is easy. Package includes escorted what supplies you and your family will need and entry, Heritage Museum tour, Carousel ride, what to do when an earthquake strikes. Please dinner in Port Moody, Lights at Lafarge Lake and register in advance! all fees and taxes. Pick up and drop off at West Dining Room Point Grey Community Centre 233777 Free 238675 $109/1 sess Th Oct 3 7:00pm-8:30pm Th Dec 19 2:00pm-9:35pm INSTRUCTOR: COV NEPP INSTRUCTOR: ENJOY THE JOURNEY
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Cooking Connections: Your Liver, Your Health NEW Cooking for the Active Senior Learn about the most common causes of liver Join the Cooking for the Active Senior program disease, and what you can do to keep the most and learn to make delicious and healthy meals on important organ in your body healthy for many a budget! Sign up for this six-week program and years to come. Preregistration is required. join us weekly for a three hour class. Students Oak Room must commit to the full 6 week session. This 238448 Free curriculum focuses on eating well and staying Tu Oct 22 3:00pm-4:00pm active for overall great health. It is designed INSTRUCTOR: CANADIAN LIVER FOUNDATION for the needs of older adults and provides an opportunity to meet new friends and reinforces healthy eating habits. This program is sponsored by the BC Centre for Disease Follow us on SOCIAL MEDIA Control. No class Nov 9. @westpointgreycc Dining Room/Kitchen 242754 Free Sa Oct 12-Nov 23 10:00am-1:00pm INSTRUCTOR:SHAREEN CHIN
Strong Healthy Kids - Adult & Child Workshop Series NEW Through these interactive workshops for adults & children (Grades 4-7), we focus on strenghtening the adult-child connection while working together to create healthy habits for life. For more information check out www.stronghealthykids.ca Cost is $30 for one adult and child pair, $10 for each additional family members.
Strong Healthy Kids – Eat This Move That – Body, Mind and Spirit An Eating and Moving Workshop A true sense of health & well-being occurs when Food education leads to a deeper connection we give adequate time and attention not only to with the foods we eat. When we know where our our physical health, but also our mental, social- food comes from and how to prepare it, handle emotional and spiritual health. The habits and it, and mindfully consume it, we become more practices may vary from person to person and connected to our plate! Exercise, good nutrition, family to family, but the foundational principles and a positive attitude towards a healthy lifestyle remain the same. In this interactive workshop, you will combat lethargy, lifestyle-associated will complete a short health assessment and we Screen Time & Kids – diseases, promote better sleep habits and a will identify some foundational habits for each of better mood! Through this hands-on, game- these domains. We will experiment with a variety How Much Is Too Much? centered workshop, your family can expect to of simple practices that can be incorporated into Cellphones, TV, Netflix, iPads, computers, video practice the 7 fundamental human movement your family life on a daily or weekly basis to elevate games – screens are everywhere! A pressing patterns; learn how to banish the ‘blah’ in 5 your overall health and sense of well-being while question for adults and parents is how much minutes; explore ways to make good health a cultivating a deeper adult-child connection. For is too much? In this interactive workshop, we habit; learn how to get a better night’s sleep; more information visit www.stronghealthykids.ca will explore our understanding of how we can try new and unusual foods; practice preparing a Craft Room create supportive environments where kids nutritious snack; learn how to grocery shop more are championed to live meaningful addiction- 241227 $30/sess for adult and child efficiently and create an herbal tea to take home free lives while growing up in an increasingly Sa Sep 28 10:00am-11:30am and enjoy with your family. For more information INSTRUCTOR: ALEXIA GILLESPIE technological world. For more information visit visit www.stronghealthykids.ca www.stronghealthykids.ca Craft Room Craft Room 241258 $30/sess for adult and child 241251 $30/sess for adult and child Sa Nov 16 3:00pm-4:30pm Sa Oct 19 3:00pm-4:30pm INSTRUCTOR: KAREEN VAN NEN INSTRUCTOR: DANNY TAYLOR www.westpointgrey.org —— 25 Adult & Seniors
Aberthau Community and Eco Art Garden Workshops hosted by Village Vancouver
The West Point Grey Village Vancouver community seed library will be present at the workshops so you can pick up some free seeds for your garden, swap or donate seeds. Please note the workshops are free for seniors (50+yrs). Advance registration is recommended.
Aberthau Community Garden Westside Urban Garden Club - Seed Savers Club - Potluck Located behind the Mansion and hosted by Potluck Join Westside Neighbourhood Food Network at Village Vancouver(VV), the garden includes Join us for a family friendly potluck. We’ll our Seed Savers Club. Learn about our saving VV’s Collaborative Demonstration Permaculture be discussing upcoming activities, 2020 efforts around the city, meet fellow seed savers, Garden, the WPG Preschool Garden and art/ community gardening opportunities, and and find out how you can get involved. Ross garden projects by our artist residencies. The giving out seeds and native bee houses (while Moster from Village Vancouver will lead us in garden is a member of West Point Grey Village supplies last). We welcome new ideas, and exploring seed library and seed saving initiatives Vancouver, the Westside Neighbourhood we’re happy to explore how we can support around the city and make a short seed saving Food Network, and the Westside Seniors your food and community projects. (Preceded presentation, and we’ll also talk about the Urban Garden Club. For more info, visit www. by Aberthau Garden’s Harvest Celebration from advantages of being a club member and how villagevancouver.ca or email Ross Moster at 10:00am-12:30pm; register separately program you can help sustain your local community [email protected]. #241505). seed library. All ages welcome (children must WPG Gardens WPG Gardens be accompanied by a responsible adult) and 241503 Free 241506 Free you don’t need to know anything about saving Tu Sa Sep 14-Oct 22 10:00am-12:30pm Sa Sep 21 12:30pm-2:00pm seeds to participate! WPG Gardens Introduction to Vertical Gardening 241508 Free In this Westside Neighbourhood Food Network Sa Oct 5 12:30pm-2:00pm workshop with Dr. Yael Stav, we’ll review the opportunities for, and benefits of, growing food Menu Planning, Meal Prep and in vertical gardens in an urban setting. We’ll Mason Jar Salads discuss the different systems and technologies In this Westside Neighbourhood Food Network available for vertical gardening and talk about workshop with Rashmi GC, you’ll learn how to the principles of setting up a successful vertical plan healthier options for meals throughout the food garden on fences, walls, and balconies, week, get tips about meal preparation, and take including watering, weight, light and plant choice home a Mason Jar Salad! considerations. Dining Room and Kitchen Dining Room and Kitchen 241510 $13/1 sess 241504 $13/1 sess Th Oct 10 6:30pm-8:30pm Th Sep 19 7:00pm-8:30pm Make your own Garden Harvest Celebration Twined Small Basket Join us in the garden for a family friendly harvest Introduction to Canning Learn the basics of weaving using jute and wool party. Gardening, pollinator and seed displays, This hands-on Westside Neighbourhood Food in this Westside Neighbourhood Food Network free mason bee houses (while supplies last) Network workshop with Caitlin Dorward will workshop. Using techniques such as twining and seeds! Kids - take a picture with WeBee! introduce you to food safe methods for canning we’ll make a small basket or water bottle carrier. Community potluck at 12:30pm (register for at home. We’ll discuss techniques for canned This can be applied to any natural and fabric Westside Urban Garden Club for potluck program foods such as jams, jellies, and pickles, and fibres and made into bigger baskets for later #241506). Rain or Shine. participants will take home a jar of the jam we experiments. WPG Gardens make during the workshop. Workshop products Dining Room and Kitchen 241505 Free change with the season, with this workshop 241511 $13/1 sess Sa Sep 21 10:00am-12:30pm focusing on pear jam. (Past workshops have Th Oct 24 6:30pm-8:30pm included strawberry jam, cherry jam and Follow us on SOCIAL MEDIA pickles.) @westpointgreycc Dining Room and Kitchen 241507 $13/1 sess Th Sep 26 6:00pm-9:00pm
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Aberthau Community and Eco Art Garden Workshops hosted by Village Vancouver
The West Point Grey Village Vancouver community seed library will be present at the workshops so you can pick up some free seeds for your garden, swap or donate seeds. Please note the workshops are free for seniors (50+yrs). Advance registration is recommended.
Make Your Own Kimchi In this Westside Neighbourhood Food Network workshop, you’ll learn how to make kimchi, a traditional fermented Korean side dish, and take home a jar of your own creation! Bring a wide-mouth 500ml mason jar, cutting board, large knife, and large bowl (optional). Oak Room 241517 $13/1 sess W Dec 3 6:30pm-8:30pm
Zero Waste in the Kitchen and Grow Your Own Microgreens Making Beeswax Wraps Microgreens are tasty and nutritious greens that In this Westside Neighbourhood Food Network can be eaten as a fresh snack or added to salads, workshop with Rashmi GC, we’ll talk about how smoothies, soups and more. In this Westside to reduce food waste, package-free grocery Neighbourhood Food Network workshop with shopping, proper segregation of kitchen Dr. Yael Stav, you’ll learn how to grow your own waste, recycling and composting. Workshop trays of microgreens at home year-round. We’ll participants will make beeswax wraps to take look at the difference between sprouts and home with them with all materials and handouts microgreens, review the many possible seeds provided. that can be used for starting microgreens, and Healthy Soil for a Great Garden Library Room look into troubleshooting common problems. In this Westside Neighbourhood Food Network 241512 $13/1 sess You’ll prepare your own microgreen tray to take workshop with Rhiannon Johnson, you’ll learn W Nov 13 6:30pm-8:30pm home! Supplies included. how to build your soil for a healthy vibrant Dining Room and Kitchen veggie garden! Bring a 1-liter CLEAR container Garden Prep - Site Analysis, 241516 $13/1 sess with a lid at least half full of YOUR garden soil Bed Prep and Crop Planning Th Nov 28 7:00pm-8:30pm for some simple tests to learn how to improve Now’s the perfect time to start planning your it with natural fertilizers, soil amendments, and 2020 garden! In this Westside Neighbourhood gardening techniques. We’ll also learn about Food Network workshop with Karen Ageson composting, tailored to your space, and how from Farmers on 57th, we’ll explore some key it can supplement your garden’s health. seeds. elements for making your garden a success, Dining Room and Kitchen including Site Analysis, Bed Preparation, and 241518 $13/1 sess W Dec 11 6:30pm-8:30pm Crop Planning. Library Room 241515 $13/1 sess W Nov 20 6:30pm-8:30pm
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Financial Workshops First Aid Feldenkrais Awareness through Movement Advanced registration is Refunds are only given with 48 hours Discover your potential for effortless, efficient, required for workshops. notice for First Aid Courses. elegant movement! Feldenkrais classes are composed of gentle innovative exercises which help you improve posture, release excess Buying & Selling Real Estate Emergency First Aid & tension and develop greater flexibility and ease in We all know that buying or selling real estate in CPR C/AED your movement. For more information see www. mlstanley.com/feldenkrais-classes. Drop in $23 Vancouver is a high-stakes enterprise. But it is This one day workshop covers everything that if space permits. No class Nov 27. also complex, so understanding the way it works you need to know for First Aid and CPR level Oak Room and knowing what to watch out for are keys to C including common emergencies in Adults, making informed decisions. In this seminar, we’ll Children and Babies including heart attacks, 235994 $187/11 sess review current market conditions, the steps in bleeding, choking and more. Certificate valid W Sep 18-Dec 4 6:15pm-7:15pm buying and selling a condo or a house, financing, for 3 years is provided with course completion. 235995 $204/12 sess all aspects of downsizing, and what you should Dining Room Th Sep 19-Dec 5 1:30pm-2:30pm expect from your Realtor® to not only ensure 242557 $105/1 sess 235996 $204/12 sess an optimum outcome, but also to ensure your Sa Nov 16 9:15am-5:00pm Sa Sep 14-Nov 30 9:15am-10:15am interests are protected. Please note that this is INSTRUCTOR: COMMUNITY CARE FIRST AID INSTRUCTOR: MARY LOU STANLEY an educational seminar, not a sales seminar. Maureen Stout, Ph.D., is a Realtor® with Sutton Group West Coast Realty, and a former university Free Flow Pilates and Stretch professor and author. Paul Richard, MBA, is a Health & Wellness Want to energize, strengthen and align? Desirée former CEO and business coach. guides you to enhanced vitality. Flow with gentle Dining Room stretching, breathing and core exercises crafted Iyengar Yoga takes place at Jericho Hill for all levels and abilities. Desirée Dunbar is a 237626 Free Centre (JHC) located at 4196 West 4th Ave. professional dancer and wellness expert. Drop Th Nov 7 7:00pm-9:00pm NSTRUCTOR: MAUREEN STOUT in $16 if space permits. No class Oct 22. Library Room Active Meditation - Home Equity Loans 240255 $208/13 sess Movement to Strength Tu Sep 10-Dec 10 9:15am-10:15am If part of your retirement strategy includes We will learn and practice different active seeking a home equity loan, at this interactive 240256 $224/14 sess meditation techniques together. Develop self workshop you will learn about the different Th Sep 12-Dec 12 9:15am-10:15am awareness, connection, cultivate inner strength types of credit and loans, credit reports and INSTRUCTOR: DESIREE DUNBAR and experience stillness. Active Meditation has how to prepare yourself when applying for any many many benefits. For examples, reduces type of loan. Iyengar Yoga - Mixed Levels stress, quiets the mind, reduces blood pressure, Dining Room Iyengar yoga focuses on precise alignment, improves clarity, rejuvenates, improves brain 234898 Free step-by-step instruction, and individualized health, improves memory, improve sleep quality, feedback. In this class, you will learn essential Th Oct 17 7:00pm-8:30pm increase happiness and sense of well being, INSTRUCTOR: G&F FINANCIAL GROUP yoga poses, use props, and hold poses longer. to name a few. Suitable for anyone who wants The method is adapted for all ages and abilities. to benefit from meditation but struggles to sit For more information visit www.sharonfriesen. Understanding Investments still or wishes to practice meditation in a real com. Drop in $15 if space permits. Please pay If you have ever been interested to learn about the community group environment. Please wear the drop in 30 minutes prior to the start of the different investment options and how they can layers and stretchy clothes for easy movements. class over the phone at 604.257.8140 or in help you meet your financial goals this workshop Drop in $10 per class if space permits. person. is for you! We will discuss some common No class Nov 12. JHC North Room investments strategies as well will include Oak Room 240246 $84/7 sess suggestions on how to find the right advisor. We 241540 $56/7 sess Th Sep 12-Oct 24 9:30am-11:00am will also include information on RRSPs, TFSAs Tu Oct 15-Dec 3 2:15pm-3:15pm and RESPs accounts. All questions welcome!! INSTRUCTOR:CHEW-NYET LEE 240247 $84/7 sess Library Room Th Oct 31-Dec 12 9:30am-11:00am 234897 Free INSTRUCTOR: SHARON FRIESEN W Sep 25 7:00pm-8:30pm INSTRUCTOR: G&F FINANCIAL GROUP
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LeBlond Technique Pilates Matwork - Mixed Levels Womens Optimal Health This class offers slow stretching, core This class is for those who have previously taken and Wellness Series strengthening, deep relaxation and intelligent a Pilates Mixed Level or a Beginner’s course. This This series is specially designed for your body, body awareness. Experience the fusion of moderate paced class will build on exercises and mind, heart, and soul. Come to experience modern and classical Dance techniques, Pilates principles of Pilates in order to challenge your a brand new one of a kind healthy world for and Yoga. You will learn techniques based on muscles even more. Previous experience or yourself. You will learn mindfulness, natural good alignment of the skeletal system, muscular instructor’s consent to take this class is required. + holistic approach with functional medicine development to support the skeletal system, Drop in $15 if space permits. strategies. Topics include: Looking fabulous, deep breathing, and healthy body mechanics. Oak Room & lighter at any age; Improving fatique, more This is a class for anyone who wants to be 240477 $110/10 sess Energy, and quality sleep; Constipation, bowel healthy, fit and active for the rest of their lives. Th Sep 19-Nov 21 5:00pm-6:00pm movement problems; stomach upsets and Exercises are executed on floor mats. This is a INSTRUCTOR: KAREN EVERALL digestive problems; How to eat for better health; physical meditation at its best. Drop in $24 if Hormone imbalance, menopause and mood space permits. swings; Benefits of cleanse/ detoxification; Oak Room Having healthy skin, hair and nails; Reversing Beginners anxiety, chronic pains, & stress; Boost brain 234905 $288/16 sess function & reverse cognitive decline; Disease Th Sep 5-Dec 19 6:30pm-8:30pm inherited? Nature or nurture? Genes or Intermediate Environment; Managing type II diabetes. Come 234904 $288/16 sess to learn and transform yourself into a lighter, Tu Sep 3-Dec 17 6:30pm-8:30pm happier, and healthier version of you. INSTRUCTOR: JANICE LEBLOND Drop in $14. No class Oct 14 and Nov 11. Oak Room Nordic Pole Walking Free Trial Learn how to use Nordic Walking poles to stay Stability, Mobility and Stretch 238662 Free M Sep 9 2:20pm-3:20pm active while managing Osteoarthritis. This one This class we will address the concepts of good time workshop is designed to introduce nordic posture & alignment. We will explore through Ongoing pole walking to individuals with osteoarthritis movement, bodyweight strength & stretch/ 238661 $144/12 sess (OA), as a strategy to maintain or increase relaxing, how these concepts combined create M Sep 16-Dec 16 2:20pm-3:20pm activity. Benefits of pole walking for people stability and optimal movement patterns in our INSTRUCTOR: EMILY HSU with OA may include better posture, improved joints. Drop in for $5.25, or purchase a 10 visit balance, increased muscle activation compared or one month pass valid for all aerobic classes. Yoga - Beginner - Vijnana Tradition to walking without poles and taking stress off No class Oct 9 and Nov 27. Ginnie will provide you with a gentle and safe the joint to be able to walk more comfortably. Oak Room introduction to the principals of Hatha Yoga In addition to pole walking, this workshop 231307 and the flow of movement in the body. Learn introduces activities such as stretching, deep W Sep 4-Dec 11 4:30pm-5:30pm how to strengthen the inner core of the body breathing, and relaxation. Techniques are taught INSTRUCTOR: MAGGI CHEETHAM to bring increased flexibility, groundedness at a basic level with a focus on take-home and joy in your yoga practice.This program activities that can be used immediately. Poles are uses the practice of yoga postures, breath provided for use during the class. Please contact work and meditation. Drop in $15 (first 3 Vancouver Coastal Health at 604-875-4544 for The Leisure Access classes only without prior Yoga experience). program details. Program (LAP) No class Sep 23, 30, Oct 7, 14 and Nov 11. Oak Room The Leisure Access Program (LAP) provides Dining Room 235029 Free low-income Vancouver residents with access 240478 $111.43/9 sess W Oct 30 9:30am-11:00am to basic recreation programs and services M Sep 9-Dec 9 6:30pm-8:00pm INSTRUCTOR: VANCOUVER OASIS at Park Board facilities at a reduced cost. INSTRUCTOR: GINNIE CRAMER Upon qualifying, the subsidy is loaded on a OneCard for discounted access to all Park Follow us on SOCIAL MEDIA Board pools, rinks, and participating fitness @westpointgreycc and community centres. See http://vancouver. ca/leisureaccess or call the front desk at 604-257-8140 for more information.
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Fall Health & Wellness and Fitness Classes At a Glance Always check availability with the front desk. Schedule subject to change. *Classes with an asterik are aerobics classes. Registration, advance sign-up and drop-in options may be required. See program guide for details.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Morning Classes Ball & Body Blast* My Fit Friends*
8:00-9:00am 9:00-10:00am
Alesya (Gym) Lynne (Gym) Free Flow Zumba* My Fit Friends* Zumba* Pilates & Stretch Zumba Sculpt* Circuit Training* 9:00am-10:00am 9:00am-10:00am 9:00am-10:00am 9:15am-10:15am 9:00am-10:00am 9:00am-10:00am Alesya (Gym) Lynne (Gym) Alesya (Gym) Desiree Dunbar Alesya (Gym) Mike (Fitness Centre) (Oak Room) Free Flow Iyengar Yoga - Nordic Pole Walking Feldenkrais Pilates & Stretch Mixed Levels 9:30am-11:00am 9:15am-10:15am 9:15am-10:15am 9:30am-11:00am Vancouver Oasis Mary Lou Desiree Dunbar Sharon (Oak Room) (Oak Room) (Oak Room) (JHC North Room) Dance & Stretch* Refit* Stretch & Flex* Refit* Ballet Barre* 10:15am-11:15am 10:15am-11:30am 10:00am-11:00am 10:15-11:30am 10:00am-11:00am Gayl (Gym) Maggi (Gym) Alesya (Gym) Maggi (Gym) Alesya (Gym) Dance & Stretch* 11:45am-12:45pm Gayl (Gym) Active Meditation Feldenkrais 2:30pm-3:30pm 1:30pm-2:30pm Chew-Nyet Mary Lou (Oak Rm) (Oak Room) Evening Classes Stability, Mobility & Pilates Matwork - Stretch Mixed Levels Registration, 4:30pm-5:30pm 5:00pm-6:00pm advance sign up Maggi (Oak Room) Karen (Oak Room) or drop-in options apply
Feldenkrais for all classes. 6:15pm-7:15pm Mary Lou *Classes with an asterik* are areobics classes. (Oak Room) Always check availability Vijnana Yoga LeBlond Technique LeBlond Technique with the front office. 6:30pm-8:00pm 6:30-8:30pm 6:30-8:30pm Ginnie (Dining Room) Janice (Dining Room) Janice (Oak Room) Schedule subject to change. Intensity Levels Primary focus is improving balance, flexibility and general strengthening Gentle/Rehab while maintaining and/or improving fitness levels. Little to no impact if there is a cardio vascular component. Body weight, bands, tubing Light or light weights may be used for general stregthening.
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Languages Martial Arts Kung Fu - Wing Chun This famous style of Kung Fu uses gentle and Registration after the 2nd Fencing, Karate, Kung Fu and Tae Kwon fast movements. This practical self defense class for Languages must be Do take place at Jericho Hill Centre (JHC) style focuses on turning the opponent’s energy approved by the instructor. located at 4196 West 4th Avenue. to your advantage. The instructor has over thirty years of Kung Fu experience and has taught Grandmaster Yip Man style for more than twenty Spanish - Beginner Fencing for Beginners years. Please wear comfortable clothes that Hola! Welcome to the Spanish language! This Dodge, parry and lunge your way to a healthier allow easy movement. beginner’s course will emphasize conversation body. All equipment is provided. Wear a t-shirt, JHC Gymnasium Stage with some instruction in basic grammar, sweatpants and running shoes. Beginners must 235451 $182/14 sess vocabulary and writing. Classes cover proper purchase a manual from the instructor for $20. F Sep 6-Dec 6 6:45pm-7:45pm phonetics and will focus on the verb to be JHC North Room INSTRUCTOR: TONG SIU SHUN and the simple present tense. This course will 236164 $50/5 sess teach you to converse simple travel phrases. W Sep 11-Oct 9 6:30pm-7:30pm Tae Kwon Do No class Oct 14 and Nov 11. INSTRUCTOR: BAC TAU Join us to learn Korean martial arts and have Library Room fun! Participants will learn kicking, punching 236303 $147/10 sess Karate - Shotokan and blocking techniques, poomsaes (patterns) M Sep 16-Dec 2 7:15pm-8:30pm Join us at Shubukan and train Shotokan karate and nanchaku (weaponry). There is an additional INSTRUCTOR: ELIANA ROLANDO with an emphasis on personal well-being, self- $70 mandatory cost for nanchaku and uniforms. improvement and self-defense. Classes cater to See the Tae Kwon Do Instructor regarding Spanish - Beginner II a wide range of abilities and experiences as we additional cost for the belt promotion test. The Amigos! This course will build on the foundation train kihon (basics), kata (forms), and kumite black belt certification is recorded at the World established in the Beginner I Spanish class. (sparing). Classes are open to all levels, beginner Tae Kwon Do Federation headquarters in Korea. The focus will be on conversation plus the and advanced alike. No uniform is required for No class Oct 20 and 27. introduction of the past tense. We will utilize new students; wear comfortable clothes and JHC North Room audio material as we learn new grammar. bring a positive attitude and a desire to learn. 234901 $120/12 sess No class Oct 14 and Nov 11. Visit us online at www.shubukan.ca for more Su Sep 8-Dec 8 10:00am-10:50am Library Room information. No class Oct 14 and Nov 11. INSTRUCTOR: DRAGON TEMPLE 236307 $147/10 sess JHC Gymnasium Stage M Sep 16-Dec 2 6:00pm-7:15pm 240242 $78/13 sess INSTRUCTOR: ELIANA ROLANDO M Sep 9-Dec 16 6:30pm-8:00pm INSTRUCTOR: SHOBUKAN KARATE ASSOCIATION Spanish - Intermediate Hola amigos! Increase your vocabulary and grammar skills in this intermediate level Spanish course. This course is for those that can converse at an upper-basic level. Participants must have completed Beginners I and II level Spanish. This course will focus on Direct and Indirect Pronouns, the Imperative Tense and Future Tense as we learn more advance grammar skills. You will acquire good pronunciation and conversation skills to enable you to communicate well in Spain and Latin America. No class Oct 14 and Nov 11. Library Room 236308 $147/10 sess M Sep 16-Dec 2 8:30pm-9:45pm INSTRUCTOR: ELIANA ROLANDO
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Music & Singing Sports
Quoted price for private music lessons is All Sports programs are for 30 minutes unless ontherwise noted. recreational and Co-Ed.
Piano Lessons with June Ball Hockey Have you ever thought about wanting to learn Bring your own hockey stick, wooden blades how to read music and play the piano, or be able must have white tape. Protective equipment to help your children with their piano and theory strongly recommended. Non-contact, zero work at home? This course is for beginners, tolerance for rough play. Drop in $5.45 if space students with some music knowledge, or parents permits. No class Oct 14 and Nov 11. who want to be able to supervise and motivate WPG Gym their children to learn music. Participants will 232509 $59/13 sess increase their musical knowledge and playing M Sep 9-Dec 16 7:30pm-9:30pm technique through pedagogical learning. No class Oct 5 and Dec 1. Basketball Music Room Looking for some fun? Come on down for a little 30 min lessons Rogue Folkies Jam Session recreational basketball. Drop in $5.45 if space 240159-240166 $487.50/15 sess Do you play a folk musical instrument? Are permits. WPG Gym Tu Sep 10-Dec 17 6:30pm-9:30pm you interested in playing and singing with other 232512 $68/15 sess Th Sep 12-Dec 19 7:30pm-9:30pm 240169-240182 $487.50/15 sess musicians in a jam session setting? Come Th Sep 12-Dec 19 1:00pm-9:30pm to Aberthau Mansion at the West Point Grey NEW 240187-240235 $455/14 sess Community Centre on a Sunday morning and Pickleball Sa Sep 14-Dec 21 9:15am-1:45pm. meet fellow musicians to play Bluegrass, Folk One of the fastest growing sports. Pickleball and Old Time music in a beautiful setting. The combines the elements of badminton, tennis, 240191-240197 $455/14 sess amazing acoustic quality of the mansion makes squash and ping-pong. If you haven’t tried this sport Su Sep 15-Dec 22 9:45am-1:15pm it ideal for unamplified music and voices. This this is a good chance to come out and give it a try, 45 min lessons is an ideal opportunity for musicians to get learn the rules and how to play safe. Equipment 240183-240184 $731.25/15 sess together to experience the fun and variety of provided. Indoor court shoes recommended. Th Sep 12-Dec 19 3:30pm-5:00pm music jams. Musicians must have a firm grasp No class Oct 14 and Nov 11. WPG Gym 1 hour on the fundamentals of their instrument, be able 241659 $21/6 sess 240167-240168 $975/15 sess to change basic chords, and understand the M Sep 9-Oct 21 1:35pm-3:35pm Tu Sep 10-Dec 17 3:30pm-6:30pm Nashville Numbering System and jam etiquette. 241660 $21/6 sess It’s also helpful if you come prepared to lead a 240185-240186 $975/15 sess M Oct 28-Dec 9 1:35pm-3:35pm song in the jam circle. Musicians from the Rogue INSTRUCTOR:CHARLES NEUFELDT F Sep 13-Dec 20 4:00pm-6:00pm Folk Club (www.roguefolk.com) will be available INSTRUCTOR: JUNE LAM to lead the jam sessions. Pickleball Lesson - NEW Library Room Piano Lessons with Victoria 240309 Free Learn to Play Participants develop a basic understanding of Get active playing this exciting, easy to learn and Su Sep 15-Nov 17 11:00am-1:00pm music theory and technique in a relaxed and FACILITATOR: ROGUE FOLKIES VOLUNTEER popular sport. This sport combines elements creative atmosphere. More advanced students of badminton, tennis and table tennis. This will learn the skill of performing, preparing for the game is played on a badminton sized court RCM exams and festivals. Students benefit from with a lowered net, a whiffle ball and large hand personalized attention and have fun learning at Looking to teach a program held paddles. It is great for all skills and ability their own pace. No class Sep 23, 25, 30, Oct 7, levels. No Prior experience necessary. Paddles 9, 14 and Nov 11. at West Point Grey CC? will be provided if you don’t have your own. If you’re interested in teaching a program Music Room No class Oct 14 and Nov 11. WPG Gym or workshop please download our program 236079-236084 $500/10 sess 241655 $135/6 sess proposal form at www.westpointgrey. M Sep 9-Dec 16 12:00pm-2:00pm M Sep 9-Oct 21 12:00pm-1:30pm org pick up a copy at the main office. 236087-236098 $700/14 sess 241656 $135/6 sess W Sep 4-Dec 18 2:00pm-7:30pm M Oct 28-Dec 9 12:00pm-1:30pm INSTRUCTOR: VICTORIA GOMON INSTRUCTOR:CHARLES NEUFELDT
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Pickleball Lesson - NEW Soccer - Indoor Intermediate/Advanced A fun way to get in shape or maintain your soccer Nordic Pole Walking Players should be ranked 3.0 or be entering skills. Come in and give it a kick. Drop in $5.45 Learn how to use Nordic Walking poles to tournaments at 3.0+. 3.5+ players may sign if space permits. stay active while managing Osteoarthritis. up with a partner to insure you have the best WPG Gym This one time workshop is designed to experience possible. We will work on drills 232510 $68/15 sess introduce nordic pole walking to individuals Tu Sep 10-Dec 17 7:30pm-9:30pm covering strategy (including how to beat with osteoarthritis (OA), as a strategy to bangers, third shot drops, Blocking), placement maintain or increase activity. Benefits of pole and positioning. Basic technique will not be a Volleyball walking for people with OA may include better focus but will correct improper technique as There will be one full court: for beginners/non- posture, improved balance, increased muscle we go. No class Oct 14 and Nov 11. WPG Gym competitive players and intermediate players. activation compared to walking without poles 241657 $180/6 sess Drop in $5.45 if space permits. and taking stress off the joint to be able to M Sep 9-Oct 21 5:00pm-6:55pm WPG Gym walk more comfortably. In addition to pole 232511 $68/15 sess walking, this workshop introduces activities 241658 $180/6 sess W Sep 11-Dec 18 7:30pm-9:30pm such as stretching, deep breathing, and M Oct 28-Dec 9 5:00pm-6:55pm INSTRUCTOR:CHARLES NEUFELDT relaxation. Techniques are taught at a basic Volleyball Skills & level with a focus on take-home activities that Charles Neufeldt Training Clinic (19+yrs) can be used immediately. Poles are provided Charles Neufeldt is an IPTPA (International Taught by NCCP level 2 Coach. All skill levels for use during the class. Please contact Pickleball Teaching Professional Association) welcome. Each session will introduce a new Vancouver Coastal Health at 604-875-4544 Level 2 Coach. He has a player rating of 5.0 skill and end in game play. for program details. and was the Head Pickleball Coach at the North JHC Gymnasium Oak Room Vancouver Pickleball Academy. He was also the 236104 $200/6 sess 235029 Free Badminton Head Coach for Team BC NAIG (North Th Sep 26-Nov 14 7:00pm-9:00pm W Oct 30 9:30am-11:00am INSTRUCTOR: VANCOUVER OASIS American Indigenous Games) in 2017. INSTRUCTOR: VOLLEYBALL BC
Sports Program & Gym Schedule
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Drop-in Fees 9:30am-11:00am Family Playtime...... $3.25 or 10 visits for $30 Family Playtime (1-8 yrs) Preschool & Children’s Sports & 11:00am-2:00pm Birthday Parties...... pages 12, 15 & 18 Bouncy Castle Birthday Parties Adults Sports...... $5.45 (1-12 yrs) 12:00pm-1:30pm 3:20pm-4:05pm 2:00pm-5:00pm Pickleball Soccer – Bouncy Castle Birthday Parties Learn to Play GrassRoots (1-12 yrs) (19+ yrs) (3-5 yrs) 4:10pm-5:10pm 1:35pm-3:35pm Soccer – Pickleball GrassRoots (19+ yrs) (5-8 yrs) 5:00pm-6:55pm 5:15pm-6:15pm Pickleball Soccer – Int/Adv GrassRoots (19+ yrs) (8-11 yrs) 6:00pm-7:15pm 7:30pm-9:30pm 7:30pm-9:30pm 7:30pm-9:30pm 7:30pm-9:30pm Ball Hockey for Ball Hockey Indoor Soccer Volleyball Basketball Young Adults (19+ yrs) (19+ yrs) (19+ yrs) (19+ yrs) (16+ yrs) *Please see individual programs for exact dates and prices within the brochure. Open time may indicate open gym however please call 604.257.8140 to confirm. www.westpointgrey.org —— 33 FitnessCommunity Arts & Culture
Fitness
All listed prices for Adult, Older Adult & Seniors’ Programs Free PARKING do not include tax. Hours of Operation Available! WPG Main Office and Fitness Centre The Office & Fitness Centre close 15 minutes prior to the time listed below.
Sep 3-Sep 7 West Point Grey Fitness Centre Mon-Th...... 6:00am-9:00pm Fri...... 6:00am-7:45pm & Aerobics Fees Sat...... 9:00am-5:00pm Adult 19+ yrs Youth/Student/Senior Sep 8-Dec 20 Drop in $5.24 $4.05 Mon-Th...... 6:00am-10:00pm 10 Visit Card $43.00 $31.00 Fri...... 6:00am-7:45pm Sat ...... 9:00am-9:00pm 1 Month $38.20 $28.55 ...... Fitness Centre open at 10:00am 3 Months $92.00 $66.00 Sun ...... 9:00am-5:00pm (Fitness Centre only) Holiday Hours 6 Months Sep 2, Oct 14 & Nov 11...... 9:00am-1:00pm $170.00 $120.50 (Fitness Centre only) Dec 21-23 & Dec 27-30...... 9:00am-5:00pm Dec 24, Dec 25, Dec 26, Dec 31 & Jan 1...... Closed 1 Year $299.20 $214.00 (Fitness Centre only) Fitness Centre Orientation Please note above fees are only for WPGCC. The Leisure Access Program New to fitness or unfamiliar with our equipment? With the purchase of (LAP) program is accepted at WPGCC. LAP holders eligible for a 50% a fitness centre pass you can book a free orientation with one of our discount on Fitness & Aerobics drop-in and monthly passes. knowledgeable staff. WPG 10 visit cards expire two years from date of issue. Youth in the Fitness Centre (13-18 yrs) Park Board OneCard Flexipasses Did you know that starting a fitness program now is not only safe but can Adult Child Youth/Senior put you on a lifetime path to better health & fitness? Our qualified fitness professionals would love to show you the ropes. Free orientation for individuals 10 Visit Card $46.86 $23.62 $33.52 or groups (max 4). Inquire within. 1 Month $46.18 $23.09 $32.33 3 Month $122.45 $61.25 $85.73 Personal Training 12 Month $390.32 $195.16 $273.21 Please note 10 visit card & Flexipasses are eligible at all Vancouver Park For the very beginner who has never set foot in a gym to the weekend warrior Board facilities. (Includes fitness centre, ice rink and pools). and the most elite athlete. Personal training is available for all levels and abilities. Please see front desk for trainer request forms. Corporate rates only apply to PB flexipasses, not 10 visit passes. Senior and Youth are considered already discounted within PB, therefore Private Sessions the corporate discount can not be applied. 1 Session...... $52 5 Sessions...... $239 Separate Fee Structure 10 Sessions...... $413 $95.25 from 10 visit card Outside Trainer Fee *Personal Training Sessions expire 3 months after date of purchase. Or $11.43 Drop in* External Rehab Specialists $5.37 Drop in* Small Group Sessions *In addition to Fitness Centre drop-in fee Additional $25 per session up to 6 people. *Drop in Fitness Centre fee is not reflected in price.
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Group Fitness Class Schedule Sep 3-Dec 20 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday BALL & BODY BLAST 8:00-9:00am Alesya Gym ZUMBA CIRCUIT ZUMBA MY FIT FRIENDS ZUMBA MY FIT FRIENDS SCULPTING TRAINING 9:00-10:00am 9:00-10:00am 9:00-10:00am 9:00-10:00am 9:00-10:00am 9:00-10:00am Alesya Lynne Alesya Lynne Alesya Mike Gym Gym Gym Gym Gym Fitness Centre DANCE & STRETCH REFIT REFIT BALLET BARRE STRETCH & FLEX 10:15-11:30am 10:15-11:30am 10:00-11:00am 10:15-11:15am 10:00-11:00am Maggi Maggi Alesya Gayl Alesya Gym Gym Gym Gym Gym
STABILITY, DANCE & MOBILITY & STRETCH STRETCH 11:45-12:45pm 4:30-5:30pm Gayl Maggi Gym Oak Room
Drop in $5.24 Adults & $4.05 Youth/Students & Seniors No class Sep 2, Oct 14 & Nov 11. Schedule subject to change. Please check online or call to confirm. Group Fitness Class Descriptions
Ball & Body Blast Schedule Changes This class combines cardio and strength training in an easy to follow Ball and Body Blast-No class Sep 9 program with smooth low-impact exercises. Come join us and have a blast! Stretch And Flex-No class Sep 4 and 11 Ballet Barre Ballet Barre-No class Sep 6 and 13 The Ballet Barre Workout is designed to train you like a dancer, developing long lean muscles, flexibility, increased stamina and improved posture. Stability, Mobility & Stretch Everyone can do it, you don’t need to be a dancer! This class we will address the concepts of good posture & alignment. We will explore through movement, bodyweight strength & stretch/relaxing, Circuit Training how these concepts combined create stability and optimal movement This energetic class is held in the Fitness Centre, combining weight training patterns in our joints. Dining Room and cardio stations. Stretch & Flex Dance & Stretch Stand taller, feel thinner and be strong. This class will benefit any fitness Great world music, easy to follow routines and a fun group of participants. level with dance inspired deep stretching, strengthening and lengthening Includes a gentle stretch portion. of the whole body! My Fit Friends Zumba This is a fusion program which combines circuit training with a Tai Chi Get fit salsa style! Includes Latin music and moves for the hottest workout warm up and Qi gong or yoga cool down. around.
Refit Zumba Sculpting A mild level class great for older adults & people who are new or returning Zumba Sculpting is fantastic! A great way to sculpt and tone your body all to fitness after experiencing medical problems. While focusing on good over! This high energy class blends body-sculpting techniques and specific posture & good movement patterns we work carefully to increase aerobic Zumba dance moves into one calorie burning, strength-training class. We fitness, strength, flexibility, coordination, agility, balance and body use one to three pound dumbbells to enhance rhythm, build strength and awareness. tone all the target zones. www.westpointgrey.org —— 35 Community Arts & Culture
Rentals
CommunityROOM ArtsCAPACITY & CultureHOURLY RATE DAILY RATE Aberthau Mansion Oak RoomCommunity60 Arts & Culture$46 Aberthau Mansion is a 1912 heritage house on the west side of Vancouver near Jericho Park Library 20-25 $36 Daily Rates available and Jericho Beach. upon request. Lounge 30 $46 The Mansion is surrounded by beautiful Please enquire for more information. gardens with a stunning view of the North Shore Dining Room 60 $46 mountains. The classic decor with intimate yet Gardens 90 $36 comfortable rooms makes it the perfect venue for your meeting, wedding or private event. WPG Gym 300 $55 n/a
*Non-profit and commercial rates are available. Contact the Rental Supervisor at 604.257.8140 for details. FUNCTION ROOMS CAPACITY RATE
Social, Lounge, Dining Room, 90 sit down dinner $1115 Low Season* Wedding Party Oak Room & Kitchen 125 buffet/cocktail $1315 High Season**
Memorial Service, Lounge, Dining Room & Kitchen 90 $128/hour Recital, Birthday Party Oak Room & Kitchen 60 $80/hour
*Low Season: January 1 to May 31 and post Labour Day to December 31. **High Season: June 1 to Labour Day. Staff supervision is required at $25 per hour outside of operational hours and on weekends. Additional fees may apply. Rates are subject to change without notice. Hourly rentals only accepted 8 weeks in advance. Jericho Hill Centre & Gymnasium EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE QUANTITY RATE Located at 4196 West 4th Ave. Round Tables (60”) 12 $10/table See map on page 2. White Resin Ceremony Chairs 90 $4/chair Hourly rentals only accepted 8 weeks in advance. Banquet Chairs (interior use only) 90 included All rentals are paid in full at the time of booking. Staff supervision is required at $25 per hour outside of operational hours. Rectangular (30” x 72”) tables 18 included Please note we only permit sports rentals in the gym.
ROOM CAPACITY HOURLY RATE West Art Room I 90 $41
North Room 180 $65
1/2 Gym $53 Sport Rentals Only Full Gym $88
Stage 40 $25
1/2 Gym & Stage 390 $71
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A Look Inside our Facilities Available for Rentals
Oak Room Jericho Hill North Room
Lounge Gardens
Dining Room Gym
Aberthau Mansion is now NEW available Virtually!
Take a 360 degree tour of the mansion. Check out our programming spaces and those rooms that may be just perfect for your rental needs. Follow the link on our website at www.westpointgrey.org.
For additional pictures and more detailed Library information visit www.westpointgrey.org www.westpointgrey.org —— 37 West Point Grey Community Directory
Churches OLPH 604-224-4344 www.olphchurch.ca St. Helens Anglican 604-224-0212 www.sthelensanglican.org University Chapel 604-222-0800 www.universitychapel.org West Point Grey Baptist 604-228-9747 www.wpgbc.org West Point Grey Presbyterian 604-224-7744 www.vcn.bc.ca/wpgpc West Point Grey United Church 604-224-4388 www.wpguc.com If you would Community Groups like to be Fiesta www.pointgreyfiesta.org included in our West Point Grey Branch Library, VPL 604-665-3982 www.vpl.ca community Point Grey BIA www.pointgreyvillage.com directory call WPG Residents Association 604-228-0302 www.wpgra.ca 604.257.8140 Day Cares ABC University Day Care 604-228-5885 abcdaycarevancouver.com Quadra Day Care 604-224-5911 www.quadradaycare.com Preschools Family Montessori at Jericho Hill 604-224-2643 www.familymontessori.com Sunflower Academy 604-222-1114 www.sunfloweracademy.com West Point Grey Preschool at Aberthau 604-257-8140 www.www.www.westpointgrey.org/programs/licensed-preschool Westbrook Parent Participation 604-928-0831 www.wesbrookpreschool.com Recreation Facilities Atlantis Swimming Programs 604-874-6464 www.pedalheads.com Brock House Society- Seniors Activity Centre 604-228-1461 www.brockhousesociety.com Jericho Sailing Centre 604-224-4177 www.jsca.bc.ca Lord Byng Pool 604-222-6090 www.vancouver.ca Pacific Spirit Park 604-224-5739 www.pacificspiritparksociety.org Tapestry at Westbrook Village 604-225-5000 www.discovertapestry.com West Point Grey Lawn Bowlers 604-224-6556 www.wpglawnbowling.ca Recreation Sport Organizations Vancouver United FC 604-261-7232 www.vanufc.com RBL Basketball 604-269-0221 www.rblbasketball.ca Jericho Baseball 778-239-7286 www.jerichobaseball.com Vancouver Pacific Swim Club 604-736-0411 www.vancouverpacificswimclub.com Schools- Elementary Jules Quesnel 604-713-4577 go.vsb.bc.ca/quesnel Our Lady of Perpetual Help 604-228-8811 www.olphbc.ca Queen Elizabeth 604-713-5408 go.vsb.bc.ca/schools/qe Queen Mary 604-713-5464 go.vsb.bc.ca/schools/queenmary West Point Grey Academy 604-222-8750 www.wpga.ca Schools- Secondary Lord Byng 604-713-8171 go.vsb.bc.ca/schools/byng West Point Grey Academy 604-222-8750 www.wpga.ca West Point Grey CC Affiliated & User Groups Aberthau Pottery Club 604-257-8140 www.aberthaupotters.com Jericho Arts Centre 604-224-8007 www.jerichoartscentre.com Vancouver Guild of Fibre Arts www.vgfa.org
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3 Easy Ways to Register 1. Register on-line on the Parks Board site at vancouver.ca/westpointgreyrec 2. In Person: Payment can be made by Cash, Cheque, Debit, Visa or Mastercard.
3. By Phone: Payable by Visa or MasterCard 604.257.8140. Press 1 to speak with a staff person.
Refunds, Cancellations and Program Changes Registration Jericho Hill Centre Drop-in Fees • Program receipts can be obtained from the office or by email. If you are dropping in for a class at Jericho Hill, you can call the West Point • Register early or the Community Centre may need to cancel or Grey front desk at 604.257.8140 at least 30 minutes prior to the start of your postpone programs due to insufficient registration. class and pay over the phone by credit card. The receipt can be emailed to • Programs are subject to change or cancellation on short notice. you; just show it to the instructor from your phone or printed copy before the class starts to show proof of payment. The front office staff will also Membership be able to verify drop-in payments directly with the Instructor. • Once you register for a program you become a WPG member and have voting rights at the AGM. Stay Connected with West Point Grey! Canada’s New Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL) came into effect on July 1, Refunds and Cancellations 2014 and requires that you provide your consent to receive any emailed • Please note an administrative fee of $5 will be charged for all publication. We value our relationship with you and would like to continue requested course refunds or transfers. providing relevant information such as: • Full refunds will be issued for all programs cancelled prior to the start date of the program. Pro-rated refunds, based upon the number of • Upcoming Promotions • Exciting Events classes that have passed, will be provided for classes cancelled after • New Programs • Discounts and more! the start date and where instruction has been provided. Anyone who is unable to attend a program due to a change of date or time will be To continue receiving electronic communications from us, please provide provided with a full refund for that class. your email address when registering on line or in person. If you should • If you withdraw from a course, we are pleased to give you a refund. Refunds will be pro-rated from the date you request the refund. change your mind at any time, just let us know and we’ll delete your • Refunds for Birthday Parties and Private Music classes are only given address from our list. with two weeks’ notice prior to the start date. • Refunds for Day Camps will be provided with one weeks’ notice (7 days). Personal Information Protection Policy • Refunds for 1-2 Day Workshops and Programs, Special Events and In the course of providing programs and services, the West Point Grey Day Trips are given with 48 hours’ notice prior to the start date. Community Association collects personal information of our members and • WPG 10 visit cards expire two years after date of purchase. other individuals participating in classes, workshops, projects, events, • Personal Training packages expire 6 months after date of purchase. or renting the facility. This information may be used for communication purposes regarding current or upcoming events, matters affecting the OneCard operations of the West Point Grey Community Centre or the West Point Grey With the OneCard you can access the entire network of Park Board pools, Community Association or its members, processing payments, statistical rinks and fitness centres. You also have access to rooms during non- or human resource purposes, or for the provision of programs or services. programmed time, please inquire at the front desk. We respect the importance of protecting the personal information that we Leisure Access/Program Subsidies collect. For information on our privacy policies and practices, please call Program subsidies through the Leisure Access program are available for our front desk at 604.257.8140. those on limited income. For more info or to apply, contact our Front Desk, 311, or vancouver.ca/leisureaccess. Looking to teach a program at Making All Recreation Safe (M.A.R.S) We promote the values of the M.A.R.S. Code of Conduct: West Point Grey CC? If you’re interested in teaching a program or workshop please download • Treat all patrons with respect • Do not tolerate abusive or disrespectful language our program proposal form at www.westpointgrey.org or pick up a form • Appreciate that programs and facilities are provided for the enjoyment at the main office. of everyone • Respect public property and the property of others • Enjoy recreation in your City www.westpointgrey.org —— 39 Things You Need To Know
West Point Grey Branch - Vancouver Public Library
4480 West 10th Avenue, Vancouver, B.C. V6R 2H9 604-665-3982 www.vpl.ca/location/west-point-grey-branch
Babytime (Ages 0-18 months) SFU Philosophers’ Café Meet to learn and enjoy stories and activities that support key early SFU Philosophers’ Café is your chance to discuss philosophical issues literacy practices – singing, talking, reading, writing and playing. with members of your community. Free. Drop-in. Check for events at www.vpl.ca for dates. Check for events at www.vpl.ca for dates and times. Tuesdays, 11:15 a.m. One to One Computer Help Toddler Storytime (Ages 18 months to 3 years) Need help with eBooks or other computer topics? Let us help you get Rhymes, songs, fingerplays and simple stories for parents and started. Tuesdays/Wednesdays/Saturdays: book ahead for your 30 caregivers with their toddlers. minute one to one session. Free. Drop-in. Check for events at www.vpl.ca for dates. Free. Registration required. Fridays, 11:15 a.m.
Family Storytime (All ages) A program for parents and caregivers with young children. Songs, rhymes and stories are shared. For children of all ages and abilities to enjoy and learn together. Free. Drop-in. Check for events at www.vpl.ca for dates. Saturdays, 11:15 a.m.
Kidzone (For Grades K-7) Meet other kids and share books, crafts, and fun activities at the library. Free. Drop-in. Check for events at www.vpl.ca for dates and times.
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Lord Byng Pool Schedule FLEXI LAC 3990 West 14th Avenue (at Crown Street) 604.222.6090 Fall 2019 Schedule September 3 - December 1, 2019 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Length Swim Length Swim Length Swim Length Swim Length Swim 6:00 - 7:15am 6:00 - 7:15am 6:00 - 9:00am 6:00 - 9:00am 6:00 - 9:00am Swim Club 2L Swim Club 2L Rental Available 6:00 - 9:00am Swim Club 2L L Swim Club 2L L Swim Club 2L Rental Available 6:00 - 7:30am School/Lengths 6:00 - 7:30am School/Lengths 6:00 - 7:30am 6:00 -10:00am 7:15 - 9:15am 7:15 - 9:15am
Aquafit L Aquafit L Aquafit L S 9:20 - 10:15am S 9:20 - 10:15am S 9:05 - 10:00am School Use School Use School Use L 9:00 -11:15am Lesson L 9:00 -11:15am Lesson L 9:00 -11:00am Aquafit L Adult Workout 10:30 - 12:00pm 10:30 - 12:00pm 10:05 - 11:00am 10:00 - 11:00am Parent L Parent L & Tot Swim Discount Dip & Tot Swim Length Swim 11 - 11:30am 50% off 11 - 11:30am Length Swim Lesson L 11:15 - 1:00pm Length Swim 11:00 - 2:00pm 11:00 -2:00pm Length Swim 11:15 - 1:00pm Length Swim 12:00 - 1:00pm 12:00 - 1:00pm
Senior L S Aquafit School Use 1:00 - 3:00pm 2:00 - 3:00pm L Public Swim L Public L L L L 2:00 - 5:00pm Lessons Swim Lessons Lessons Public Swim 3:00 - 5:00pm 3:00 - 5:00pm 3:00 - 5:00pm 3:00 - 5:00pm 3:00 - 4:30pm
L L Swim Club Swim Club/Lessons 5:00 - 6:00pm 4:30 - 6:00pm Rental Available L Discount Dip 5:00 - 9:00pm L 50% off Swim Club/Lessons 6:00 - 8:00pm Public Swim 6:00 - 8:00pm
Aquafit L Public L Aquafit L L Denotes minimum 1 lane available 8:05 - 9:00pm Swim 8:05 - 9:00pm Public L Drop-in S S Pool closed (sauna, whirlpool and weight room open) 7:00 - 9:00pm Swim Kayak Practice U For pool rental call Adult Workout Adult Workout 7:00 - 9:00pm 8:00 - 9:00pm 604-222-6090 9:00 - 10:00pm 9:00 - 10:00pm U Schedule subject to change
AMENITIES/ INFORMATION 25 metres - temp 28oC (83oF) u 1 metre Diving Board u Sauna u Whirlpool u Weight Room Weight Room closed for programs Mon 2-3pm Tues 2-3pm Fri 9-10am/12:45-1:45pm Sauna and Whirlpool Only rate applies only when there is no pool available. www.westpointgrey.org —— 41 Index
Special Events & Other Children & Preteen Drawing...... 21-22 Artist in Residence...... 6-7 Art...... 15 Feldenkrais...... 28 Breakfast with Santa...... 11 Ballet...... 12 Fencing...... 31 Community Arts & Culture...... 5-7 Birthday Parties...... 15 Financial Workshops...... 28 Community Association...... 4 Bricks for Kidz...... 16 First Aid & CPR...... 28 Community Directory...... 38 Dance...... 16 Flamenco Dance...... 22 Culture Days...... 6 Day Camps...... 19 Food, Cooking and Gardening...... 25-27 Fiesta Highlights...... 8 Education...... 16 Folk Dancing...... 22 Gingerbread House Decorating...... 11 Fencing...... 18 Health & Wellness Schedule...... 30 Halloween Events...... 10-11 Girls Empowerment...... 16 Iyengar Yoga...... 28 Health & Wellness Schedule...... 30 Guitar Lessons...... 18 Karate...... 31 Index...... 42 Hip Hop ...... 6 Kung Fu...... 31 Jericho Art Centre...... 5 Japanese ...... 18 Languages...... 31 Kids Only Swap Meet...... 10 Karate...... 19 LeBlond Technique...... 29 Leisure Access/Program Subsidies...... 39 Kung Fu...... 18 Life Drawing...... 22 Lighting of Aberthau...... 11 Lego...... 16 Meditation...... 28 Lord Byng Pool...... 41 Mad Science...... 16 Music Lessons...... 32 Map...... 2 Parent & Child Pottery...... 15 NEPP...... 24 Murder Mystery...... 11 Piano Lessons...... 18 Painter’s Art Studio...... 22 OneCard...... 39 Pottery...... 15 Painting...... 21-22 President’s Message...... 4 Pro-D Day Camps...... 19 Pilates...... 29 Pottery & Wine Night...... 10 & 23 Red Cross Babysitting...... 17 Piano Lessons...... 32 Pottery Sale...... 11, 23 & 43 Saturday Night Madness...... 19 Pickelball...... 32 Pumpkin Carving Night...... 10 Science...... 16 Pole Walking (Nordic)...... 29 & 33 Registration & Refunds...... 39 Soccer...... 19 Pottery...... 23 Rentals...... 36-37 Speech and Drama...... 17 Pottery & Wine Night...... 10 & 23 Rogue Folk Club...... 32 Special Events...... 10-11 Rogue Folk Club...... 32 Special Events...... 10-11 Sports...... 18-19 Scottish Country Dance...... 22 Summer Highlights...... 9 Tae Kwon Do...... 19 Soccer...... 33 Swap Meet...... 10 Walking School Bus...... 16 Spanish...... 31 Vancouver Guild of Fibre Art...... 7 Workshops...... 16-17 Special Events...... 10-11 & 43 Vancouver Public Library...... 40 Volleyball ...... 33 Watercolour...... 22 Youth Workshops...... 25-27 & 29 Infant & Preschool Ball Hockey For Young Adults...... 20 Yoga...... 28-30 Art ...... 12 Duke of Edinburgh Program...... 20 Ballet...... 12 Fencing...... 20 Birthday Parties...... 12 Fitness Centre...... 20 & 34 Fitness Dance...... 12 Karate...... 20 Aerobics...... 35 First Aid & CPR...... 28 Kung Fu...... 20 Ballet Barre Workout...... 35 Hip Hop...... 12 Red Cross Babysitting ...... 19 Body Blast on the Ball...... 35 Japanese...... 13 Volunteer Orientation...... 20 Circuit Training...... 35 Music...... 13-14 Youth Council...... 20 Dance and Stretch...... 35 Orff Music...... 13 Fit Friends...... 35 Parent & Child Pottery...... 12 Fitness Centre...... 34 Playtime...... 12 Adult & Seniors Group Fitness (Aerobics)...... 34 Piano...... 14 Abstract Painting...... 21 Lord Byng Pool...... 41 Pottery...... 12 Acrylics...... 21 Personal Training...... 34 Preschool - Licensed...... 14 Art...... 21-22 Refit...... 35 Science...... 13 Ball Hockey...... 32 Stability, Mobility & Stretch...... 35 Soccer...... 14 Ballroom Dance...... 22 Stretch and Flex...... 35 Special Events...... 10-11 Basketball...... 32 Zumba...... 35 Yoga...... 14 Collaborative Creative Dance...... 22 Refit...... 35 Cooking...... 25 Stability, Mobility & Stretch...... 35 Dance...... 22 Stretch and Flex...... 35 Day Trips...... 24 Zumba...... 35
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Pottery Sale new works by the Aberthau Potters
10 am- 4pm Saturday December 7th West Point Grey Community Centre payment by: cash, credit or debit card
Thank You for a Great Summer!
Thank you to the Summer Day Camp staff team, our Trimble Park Playground leaders and youth volunteers who worked all Summer and created a memorable experience for over 900 children in the Day Camps and countless children and their families at the Playground.
Pictured in the Day Camp staff team picture (l-r): Alex Van Der Slagt, Juliana Hale, Syena Moshiri, Jacqueline Seppala, Liz Au-Young, Whitney Krieger, Eric Wallin, Keanna Knebel, Natalie Vermaas (Recreation Programmer), Joel Lecky, AJ Alagao and Niki Moshiri. The other two pictures show two youth volunteers, Odin and Abdullah who spent over 4 weeks volunteering this summer with camps. www.westpointgrey.org —— 43 SPECIAL EVENTS Pottery and Wine Night Friday September 20 Friday November 22 6:00pm-9:00pm Pumpkin Carving Night Friday October 25 5:30pm-7:30pm Halloween Carnival Saturday October 26 10:00am-12:00pm Sunday Evening Murder Mystery Sunday October 27 5:00pm-9:00pm Lighting of Aberthau Wednesday November 27 6:00pm-7:15pm Breakfast with Santa Saturday December 14 Sunday December 15 10:00am-12:00pm Gingerbread House Decorating Wednesday December 18 6:30pm-8:30pm
West Point Grey Community Centre
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