LEISURE GUIDE FALL 2018

fall programs in sparwood

SWIM LESSONS ARENA SCHEDULE ADVANCED SWIM LESSONS POOL SCHEDULE CHILD & YOUTH PROGRAMS TEEN & ADULT PROGRAMS FITNESS PROGRAMS IN THE COMMUNITY sparwood.ca/recreation FALL POOL SCHEDULE (September 4 - December 23, 2018) ACTIVE LIVING PASS Get the most out of your Leisure Centre with our Active EARLY BIRD SWIM MON, WED & FRI 6:30 - 8:00 am Living Pass (ALP). The ALP includes 12 months of access GENTLE FIT MON, WED & FRI 8:30 - 9:15 am to the courts, fitness centre, climbing wall, pool, arena and many of our drop in fitness classes! AQUAFIT MON, WED & FRI 9:30 - 10:30 am Preschool Annual $199.66 TUES & THURS 11:00 - 1:00 pm Child Annual $273.43 MON, WED, FRI & SUN 12:00 - 1:00 pm LANE SWIM MON - FRI 5:30 - 6:30 pm Student/Senior Annual $339.14 SAT 1:00 - 2:00 pm SAT 5:00 - 6:00 pm Adult Annual $434.28 Family Annual $885.05 MON, WED & FRI 8:00 - 9:30 am LANES & LEISURE MON, WED & FRI 10:30 am - 12:00 pm TUES & THURS 1:00 - 2:30 pm

leisure centre amenities FAMILY SWIM SUN 1:00 - 2:00 pm ELK VALLEY ACCESS PASS LEISURE POOL PROGRAM REFUND POLICY WHAT’S INSIDE MON - WED 6:30 - 8:00 pm Do you spend time in , Sparwood & Fernie? Then THURS & FRI 6:30 - 9:00 pm this pass is for you! Enjoy access to the pool, arena and 4 lane, 20 metre, salt water leisure pool, Refunds may be granted when the Fall Pool Schedule ...... 3 PUBLIC SWIM SAT 2:00 - 5:00 pm fitness centre in each community with one pass. play centre, whirlpool and dry sauna. request has been made at least one Fees & Charges...... 3 6:00 - 8:00 pm day prior to the first class. For more SUN 2:00 - 4:30 pm Annual General Pass $397.29 + tax ARENA Swim Lessons ...... 4-7 information see the Leisure Centre 14+ OVER (Adult, Senior, Student or Child ) Sparwood Trails...... 8/9 MON - WED 8:00 - 9:00 pm Home of the Sparwood Skating Club, office. ONE LANE AVAILABLE Annual Family $836.40 + tax Elk Valley Minor Hockey, Men’s and Advanced Swim Programs ...... 10/11 FREE SWIM FRI 4:00 - 5:30 pm ( 2 adults + minor children ) Ladie’s Hockey Teams, Public Skating REGISTRATION INFORMATION Other Lessons / Swim Club ...... 12/13 and Shinny Hockey. During the summer Registration for programs should be Children / Youth Programs ...... 14 we host indoor events such as Coal completed at least 7 days prior to Community Child / Youth Programs....15/18 Miner Days, Day Celebrations, class start date. Register in person at Youth Action Sparwood...... 16/17 Roller Derby Bouts, and much more! the Leisure Centre Office or by phone ...admissions with a credit card 250-425-0552. Sparwood Skate Park ...... 19 CURLING RINK Teen / Adult Programs...... 20/21 DROP IN RATES RACQUET BALL & SQUASH COURTS OFFICE HOURS Home of the Sparwood Curling Club. Community Teen / Adult Programs...... 22 Infant (2 & under) FREE Senior $4.65 Child Drop in $4.00 There are 4 sheets of ice for curling fun! Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 8:45 pm 55 + Programs & Events ...... 23 Men’s, Ladie’s, Mixed and Youth leagues. Saturday 1:00 pm - 8:00 pm Preschool (3-5 yrs) $2.70 Adult $5.90 Student/Senior Drop in $7.75 Fitness programs...... 24-26 Sunday 12:00 pm - 4:30 pm Child (6-12 yrs) $3.70 Family $12.30 Student/Sen. Tickets $65.88 COURTS, FITNESS CENTRE On the Ice ...... 27 Stats 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Student $4.65 Climbing Wall $4.00 Adult (AM) Drop in $7.75 & CLIMBING WALL In the Community & Events...... 28/29 Christmas Day Closed (13-25 with Student card) & Wallyball Adult (PM) Drop in $9.25 We have two courts available for Canada Day Closed Community Groups ...... 30/31 Hot Tub Special / Shower $2.75 Adult Tickets $78.63 Squash, Racquetball & Wallyball. Call the BC Day Closed IS THERE A PROGRAM OR ACTIVITY THAT Leisure Centre to book a time slot. In the DROP IN TICKETS (12 PACK) ONE MONTH PASS fitness room we have a great selection CONTACT US YOU ARE LOOKING FOR? of cardio equipment, Universal Gym, Sparwood Leisure Centre The Leisure Centre is looking to offer new Preschool $28.35 TRX harness as well as free weights 367 Pine Avenue, PO Box 520 and exciting programs. Would you like to Preschool $22.95 Child $38.85 ranging from 2 lbs - 70 lbs. The Climbing Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0 be a part of that? Do you have the next Child $31.40 Student/Senior $48.83 wall is available for use during business Phone: 250-425-0552 great idea? Let us know! Contact the Student/Senior $38.73 hours for bouldering and climbing. Email: [email protected] Leisure Centre at 250-425-0552. Adult $61.95 Adult $50.09 Family $129.15 Website: www.sparwood.ca Receive weekly updates with our Family $104.37 Facebook: Sparwood Recreation Newsletter at the Leisure Centre office or Department by email. 3 2 ...red cross swim lessons ...preschool lessons FALL SET # 1 Mondays & Wednesdays September 10 - October 10, 2018 No Lesson Oct 8 (9 lessons) LEVEL SET MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS SUNDAYS Tuesdays & Thursdays September 11 - October 11, 2018 (10 lessons) Sundays September 16 - October 14, 2018 (5 Lessons) AQUATOTS SET # 1 11:00 - 11:30 am FALL SET # 2 SET # 2 5:00 - 5:30 pm Mondays & Wednesdays October 15 - November 14, 2018 No lesson Nov 12 (9 lessons) Tuesdays & Thursdays October 16 - November 15, 2018 (10 lessons) SET # 3 11:00 - 11:30 am Sundays October 21 - November 25, 2018 No Lesson Nov 11 (5 Lessons) FALL SET # 3 SEA OTTER SET # 1 5:00 - 5:30 pm 11:30 - 12:00 pm, 4:30 - 5:00 pm 10:30 - 11:00 am Mondays & Wednesdays November 26 - December 19, 2018 (8 lessons) SET # 2 11:00 - 11:30 am 11:30 - 12:00 pm, 5:00 - 5:30 pm Tuesdays & Thursdays November 27 - December 20, 2018 (8 lessons) SET # 3 5:00 - 5:30 pm 11:30 - 12:00 pm, 4:30 - 5:00 pm

AQUATOTS (Ages 4 months-3 years) PRESCHOOL LESSONS (ages 3-6 years) SALAMANDER SET # 1 11:30 - 12:00 pm, 5:00 - 5:30 pm 5:00 - 5:30 pm 10:30 - 11:00 am Starfish 4-12 months Sea Otter Using games and activities, swimmers SET # 2 4:00 - 4:30 pm 11:00 - 11:30 am Facility orientation, active supervision, safe entries and ex- learn to open their eyes under water, further develop basic SET # 3 11:30 - 12:00 pm, 4:30 - 5:00 pm 5:00 - 5:30 pm its, staying warm, choking prevention, supports and holds floats and glides and swim 1m. They also learn age-appro- for the caregiver, buoyancy and movement. priate water safety skills. SUNFISH SET # 1 4:30 - 5:00 pm 11:00 - 11:30 am, 5:00 - 5:30 pm 10:30 - 11:00 am Duck 12-24 months Salamander Learn about active supervision. Stop Look Ask SET # 2 3:30 - 4:00 pm 4:30 - 5:00 pm 11:00 - 11:30 am Active supervision, Stop Look Ask!, shallow water entries an adult, jump into chest deep water, buoyant objects, SET # 3 11:00 - 11:30 am, 5:00 - 5:30 pm 4:30 - 5:00 pm and exits, PFD and Me, when and how to get help, choking rhythmic breathing, front float and recovery, front glides response, rhythmic breathing, buoyancy and movement with kick and a distance swim of 2m. CROCODILE SET # 1 4:30 - 5:00 pm 4:30 - 5:00 pm and submersion (optional). Sunfish Safe entries, surface support, floats and recovery SET # 2 3:30 - 4:00 pm 5:00 - 5:30 pm 11:00 - 11:30 am Sea Turtle 24-36 months in deep water, front and back and side glides with kick, roll SET # 3 4:00 - 4:30 pm 5:00 - 5:30 pm Stop Look Ask!, jumping into chest deep water, PFD and over glides and a distance swim of 5m. Me, assisted front and back floats and assisted front swims. Crocodile Changing direction in deep water, WHALE SET # 1 4:30 - 5:00 pm jumping into deep water, surface support, calling for SET # 2 5:00 - 5:30 pm 5:00 - 5:30 pm 11:00 - 11:30 am SWIM LESSON REGISTRATION FEES help, glides with kick, front and back swims for 5m and a Aquatots & Preschool distance swim of 10m. SET # 3 4:00 - 4:30 pm 5 Lessons $21.25 Whale Learn when and where it is safe to swim, jump 8 Lessons $34.00 into deep water and tread water for 20 seconds, stop 9 Lessons $38.25 throw and call for help, front and back swims for 7m as *NEW *SUNDAY MORNING LESSONS 10 Lessons $42.50 well as a 15m continuous swim. This Fall we are offering Sunday morning lessons taught by qualified energetic instructors. Register early to take advantage PLEASE REGISTER A MINIMUM OF 7 of these half hour long classes. DAYS PRIOR TO START DATE OF LESSONS.

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LEVEL SET MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS SUNDAYS SWIM KIDS LESSONS (ages 6+ years) Level 6 This level refines front crawl with a focus on hand LEVEL 1 SET # 1 4:30 - 5:00 pm 11:00 - 11:30 am entry and breathing (25m), back crawl with a focus on arm Level 1 Swimmers receive an orientation to water and the positions and body roll (25m), and introduces elementary SET # 2 3:30 - 4:00 pm 4:30 - 5:00 pm pool area and work on floats, glides and kicking. Swimmers backstroke (15m), safety on ice, and rescue of others with build their endurance by working on the 5m front swim. SET # 3 4:00 - 4:30 pm throwing assists. Also includes front dive, treading water in LEVEL 2 SET # 1 4:00 - 4:30 pm 3:30 - 4:00 pm 11:00 - 11:30 am Level 2 Work on propulsion skills to move through the deep water for 1.5 minutes, dolphin kick and a 75m swim. water and to remain at the surface, the front swim (5m) and SET # 2 4:00 - 4:30 pm 3:30 - 4:00 pm Level 7 This level builds skills and endurance for the front learn about deep water activities and proper use of a PFD. SET # 3 3:30 - 4:00 pm crawl (50m), back crawl (50m) and elementary back stroke Fitness activities include the 10m flutter kick and a 10m LEVEL 3 SET # 1 4:00 - 4:30 pm 4:00 - 4:30 pm 11:00 - 11:30 am (25m) and introduces whip kick on the front. Swimmers distance swim. learn about airway and breathing obstructions, reach assists SET # 2 4:30 - 5:00 pm 3:30 - 4:00 pm Level 3 This level provides an introduction to diving, and and stride entry. Swimming endurance is increased to a SET # 3 3:30 - 4:00 pm 3:30 - 4:00 pm teaches swimmers how to make wise choices about where 150m swim. LEVEL 4 SET # 1 3:30 - 4:00 pm 4:00 - 4:30 pm 11:00 - 11:30 am and when to swim. Endurance is achieved by building Level 8 Hypothermia, dangers of open water, surface strength in the flutter kick and a 15m swim. SET # 2 4:30 - 5:00 pm 4:00 - 4:30 pm 10:30 - 11:00 am dives, stride entries, front and back crawl, elementary back- Level 4 Intro to the front crawl (10m) and back swim with SET # 3 4:30 - 5:00 pm stroke and breaststroke and a distance swim of 300m. shoulder roll (15m). Swimmers work on kneeling dives, LEVEL 5 SET # 1 3:30 - 4:00 pm 4:00 - 4:30 pm Level 9 Wise choices and peer influence, boating regula- surface support (45 seconds-deep water) and developing SET # 2 4:00 - 4:30 pm 10:30 - 11:00 am tions, self ice rescues, surface dives, shallow dives, front and a greater sense of self-safety by understanding their own back crawl, elementary backstroke and breaststroke as well SET # 3 4:30 - 5:00 pm limits. Endurance is built through a 25m swim. as a 400m distance swim. LEVEL 6 SET # 1 3:30 - 4:00 pm Level 5 Intro to the back crawl (15m), sculling skills, whip Level 10 Refine strokes, fitness, sun safety, rescue of others SET # 2 10:30 - 11:00 am kick on the back, stride dives and treading water. Front crawl from the ice, surface dives, as well as a 500m endurance SET # 3 3:30 - 4:00 pm 4:00 - 4:30 pm increases to 15m. An introduction to safe boating skills is swim. LEVEL 7 SET # 1 3:30 - 4:00 pm also included. Endurance is developed through a 50m swim. SET # 2 10:30 - 11:00 am SET # 3 3:30 - 4:00 pm 4:00 - 4:30 pm FALL SET # 1 LEVEL 8,9,10 SET # 1 3:30 - 4:30 pm Mondays & Wednesdays September 10 - October 10, 2018 No Lesson Oct 8 (9 lessons) Tuesdays & Thursdays September 11 - October 11, 2018 (10 lessons) SET # 2 Sundays September 16 - October 14, 2018 (5 Lessons) SET # 3 3:30 - 4:30 pm FALL SET # 2 Mondays & Wednesdays October 15 - November 14, 2018 No lesson Nov 12 (9 lessons) SWIM LESSON REGISTRATION FEES Tuesdays & Thursdays October 16 - November 15, 2018 (10 lessons) Swim Kids Level 1 - 7 (30 min class) Level 8,9,10 (60 min class) Sundays October 21 - November 25, 2018 No Lesson Nov 11 (5 Lessons) 5 Lessons $21.25 8 Lessons $67.20 FALL SET # 3 8 Lessons $34.00 9 Lessons $76.50 Mondays & Wednesdays November 26 - December 19, 2018 (8 lessons) 9 Lessons $38.25 10 Lessons $85.00 Tuesdays & Thursdays November 27 - December 20, 2018 (8 lessons) 10 Lessons $42.50

PLEASE REGISTER A MINIMUM OF 7 DAYS PRIOR TO START DATE OF LESSONS. 6 SPARWOOD TRAILS ALLIANCE The Sparwood Trails Alliance is working towards the expansion and improvement of our local trail network. The STA goal is to improve existing trails, construct new Mt. Biking, hiking and ski trails creating local opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. For more information or to get involved contact:[email protected] SPARWOOD TRAILS ALLIANCE MOUNTAIN BIKING & RUNNING Join the Sparwood Trails Alliance for an evening ride or run! All levels are welcome to join, connect with the group through the Strava App. Meet at the Sparwood Golf Course.

MOUNTAIN BIKING RUN CLUB Ladies Ride Thursdays - 6:00 pm Tuesdays - 7:00 pm Mens Ride SPARWOOD TRAILS Wednesdays - 7:00 pm CYPRESS TRAIL MATEVIC TRAIL

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new link between Lower Sparwood and Sparwood Heights. Aspen Dr e Michel Welcome to the Sparwood Trail System! LION MOUNTAIN SHADOWS TRAIL Red Cedar Dr 3 S Creek T JUNIPER Cr Now the main trail in Sparwood, the Sparwood Connector RAIL Red Cedar Dr ows ne TRAIL st Hi These trails are for all to enjoy. ghw ay ELK RIVER i A 3.8 km single track loop bordering the Sparwood Golf provides access to the Elk River, Michel Creek and the Elk Whether on bike, running or walking, please follow these rules of etiquette. TRAIL Course. Beautiful mountain views for running, walking or River Trail. These trails are for non-motorized and Clean up after your pets, keep them on Respect closed trails as they are closed e LOCAL TRAILS non-equestrian use only. a leash and be in control of them at all for your safety and for environmental biking. Access through Mountain Shadows Campground. times. reasons. Pine Av Cypress Trail 3.2 km While these trails are designed for all Elk River Trail 5 km LIONS ELK VALLEY TRAIL (EVT) abilities, be aware of changes in grade, Share the trail. Take care while passing When heading out on any trail, prepare Juniper Trail 1.2 km TRAIL trail surface, natural features or presence others, slow down on crowded trails and according to the weather, terrain and Lilac Trail 2 km of technical trail features. Use at your be prepared to stop if necessary. Yield to activity. Tell someone about your route Lions Trail 3.2 km MATEVIC DRAW TRAIL own risk Sparwood The EVT is a new trail being developed in 2016 that will . hikers/walkers. and how long you will be. If possible, Golf Club Matevic Trail 1.3 km carry a mobile phone. Mountain Shadows Mountain Shadows Trail 3.8 km Respect wildlife. Unannounced Respect the environment. Stay on Campground Sparwood Connector 1.6 km Starting behind the Disc Golf Course in Sparwood Heights, connect Elko to Elkford. This 143 km trail utilizes the Coal approaches and sudden movements startle the trail, going off-trail will damage the Watch for fallen trees or new ELK RIVER TRAIL animals. This can be dangerous for you, ecosystem. Leave no trash, take out all hazards. Report all hazards to REGIONAL TRAILS others and the animals. Make noise and litter. 250.425.6271. MOUNTAIN Coal Discovery Trail 32 km Matevic Draw Trail leads hikers up a valley draw to Sparwood Discovery Trail and designated as part of the Trans Canada be alert at all times. SHADOWS TRAIL Elk Elk Valley Trail 143 km Ridge and beyond. The 7.4 km trail (one way) is a good day Trail, the EVT will be a premier single track mountain biking River Matevic Draw Trail 7.4 km outing. In either summer or winter it will take you through and hiking trail. Explore sections of the trail or even take a Visit www.sparwood.ca for more information on 0 100m 200m 400m 600m 800m 1 km

Douglas Fir Road Sparwood’s trails. COAL DISCOVERY TRAIL the mature forests and up to an overlook of the Elk Valley weekend and travel the length of the Elk Valley visiting all ELK VALLEY TRAIL TRANS CANADA TRAIL and Sparwood. the communities along the way. We hope to have the full trail open by June of 2017. 9 ...advanced lessons ...2018/2019 leadership courses

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN EMPLOYMENT AS A LIFEGUARD/ National Lifeguard Pool Certification Course Date Days Time Cost INSTRUCTOR? Prerequisites: Minimum 16 years of age. Bronze Cross Bronze Star September 21 & Fridays 10:00 am - 3:00 pm $106.50 + You will need Lifesaving Society courses and Red Cross certification and Standard First Aid certification (need not October 19 Pocket Mask $20.00 Water Safety Instructor courses. be current). National Lifeguard is Canada’s only nationally recognized lifeguard certification program. National Bronze Star (Optional) Bronze Medallion October 25 & 26 Thursday & Friday 4:00 - 9:00 pm $205.05 + Manual Lifeguard is a legal certificate for lifeguarding throughout October 27 & 28 Saturday & Sunday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm $34.00 + Pocket Prerequisites: Ability to swim 400 m, Recommended 12 yrs + the country. 100% Attendance Mandatory. Mask $20.00 Is a Pre-Bronze Medallion training program and excellent preparation for success in Bronze Medallion. In Bronze Star Bronze Cross November 22 Thursday 4:00 - 9:00 pm $205.05 + Manual participants develop problem solving and decision making Red Cross Water Safety Instructor November 23, 24 & 25 Thurs, Fri & Sat 10:00 am - 3:00 pm $34.00 + Pocket skills as individuals and as partners. They develop (min 15 yrs) Need to have level 10 swimming skills. The wa- Mask $20.00 water smart confidence and basic lifesaving skills needed ter safety instructor course requires skill assessment, online Standard First Aid September 29 & 30 Saturday & Sunday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm $157.25 Manual to be their own personal lifeguard. By the end of this course theory modules, teaching experience and classroom work. $12.00 + Pocket must swim 400 m in 12 mins. This course is 3 parts: Mask $20.00 Component 1 - Skills assessment. Candidates need to have CPR-C October 16 & 23 Tuesdays 6:30 - 9:30 pm $89.55 + Manual Bronze Medallion Red Cross level 10 strokes and knowledge. $11.00 Prerequisite: Bronze Star or 13 years of age or older. Component 2 - Online module and teaching experience. CPR-B November 14 & 21 Wednesdays 7:00 - 9:00 pm $65.70 + Manual Teaches an understanding of lifesaving principles. Rescuers WSI instructor will arrange for the teaching hours once $11.00 online portion is completed. deal with conscious and unconscious victims of various Standard First Aid November 17 Saturday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm $83.60 Manual types. Participants also develop stroke efficiency and Component 3 - Evaluation on knowledge and ability to Recert $12.00 + Pocket endurance in timed swims. Includes CPR-A. By the end of apply theory for effective planning, teaching and evaluat- Mask $20.00 this course must swim 500 m in 15 mins. ing swimmers in the Red Cross swim program. This portion consists of classroom and pool sessions. HIGH SCHOOL CREDITS • Lifesaving Instructor + Bronze Cross are worth 3 credits Bronze Cross Students can use Bronze Cross, Lifesaving Instructor, for Grade 11. CPR-B NLS and WSI certifications for credit toward high school Prerequisite: Bronze Medallion • National Lifeguard Service – Pool/Core option (NLS) is CPR-B is the most comprehensive CPR training for the graduation. Credits available: This award is designed for lifesavers who want the challenge worth 2 credits for Grade 12. non-professional rescuer to include resuscitation skills for of more advanced training, including an introduction to safe • Bronze Cross is worth 2 credits for Grade 11. • Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) is worth 2 cred- adults, children, and infants. This certification program supervision. Bronze Cross is a prerequisite for all advanced its for Grade 11. focuses on: Principles of first aid, use of barrier devices training programs, including National Lifeguard Service and how to call EMS, adult, child and infant CPR skills and (NLS). Includes CPR-C. Pocket mask required. By the end of AED use, conscious and unconscious choking procedures, this course must swim 600 m in18 mins. Circulatory emergencies to include recognition and treat- ment of a heart attack, angina, stroke and TIA. ...pool events STANDARD FIRST AID HALLOWEEN PARTY PRE-TEEN THURSDAY CHRISTMAS PARTY CPR-C Standard First Aid trains rescuers in the skills and knowl- Saturday 6:00 - 8:00 pm Thursday 7:30 - 9:00 pm Saturday 6:00 - 8:00 pm edge needed to assess and provide basic life support to CPR-C is the recognized course for health care profession- October 27, 2018 September 20 Minute to Win it! December 22, 2018 patients with airway, breathing, or circulatory emergencies als and lifeguards! In certification course, candidates will Come and experience the thrilling, October 18 Glow in the dark Join us for our Christmas Pool Party as well as how to manage medical, musco-skeletal and learn: Principles of first aid, use of barrier devices and how scary but exciting Pool Party at the beach Volleyball and celebrate the start of the festive environmental emergencies. Includes AED training to call EMS, adult, child and infant CPR skills and AED use, Sparwood Leisure Centre, there will be November 22 Poolside Movie Night season in style! This family friendly & CPR-C certification. 2 rescuer CPR and AED procedures, adult, child and infant plenty of activities for little ones to sink Grades 4, 5, & 6 event will have loads of activities conscious and unconscious choking procedures, circulato- their fangs into. A chance for pre-teens to show up for the kids, including a swim and ry emergencies to include recognition and treatment of a at the pool and unwind with various underwater pictures with Santa. heart attack, angina, stroke and TIA. activities. Bring your friends and enjoy. 10 ...jr. lifeguard & private swim lessons

JUNIOR LIFEGUARD PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS October 16 - November 15, 2018 $22.50/half hour lesson or Tuesdays & Thursdays 3:30 - 4:30 pm $99.00 for 5 half hour lessons Registration $85.00 Adult Beginner Junior Lifeguard for ages 8 - 12 years offers a unique If learning to swim is on your bucket list, we offer private aquatic alternative for those kids who really love the lessons to meet your needs. Work one on one with an water. JL keeps kids interested and active in aquatics, instructor at your own pace and at a time that suits your especially quick learners and those caught between schedule. Book your private lesson today!! levels or programs. Participants will work through the Canadian Swim Patrol Program, (CSP) is a three level Stroke Improvement Pre-Bronze award progression that delivers “work hard / Do you want to include swimming in your exercise play hard” training. Rookie, Ranger, Star Patrol each have regime? We offer lessons to meet your individual goals. ...swim club & masters swim 3 modules: Water Proficiency, Recognition & Rescue, First Participating in a triathlon in the future? We can get you Aid. The purpose of the CSP is to take young swimmers on the right track with your swimming. Sign up today. SPARWOOD MASTERS SWIM beyond the learn to swim program and to provide them SWIM COACH PROFILE September 18, 2018 - March 14, 2019 with basic lifesaving skills. Child & Youth Private Lessons Coach Cameron Reghenas from Sparwood comes to Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:30 - 6:30 pm Participants must have the ability to swim 200m. We offer private lessons for any age. Is your child us with 21 + years in the Aquatic Field. She has held Registration: $372.00 - If valid ALP or Pass for duration of the struggling to complete a certain skill in public lessons? her National Coaching Certification since 2002, and program $186.00 or 50% of Program Fee. If public lessons do not fit your schedule then private coached Masters Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre lessons may be the way to go! Sign up for 1 lesson or a for 15 years. Cameron will be coaching the After Our goal is to provide fun, fitness, and optional friendly set of 5. School Swim Club and Masters Swim. competition in a positive environment. We welcome anyone (at least 16 years old) who wants to improve his or her swim- Semi - Private Lessons ming, regardless of your previous swimming experience. AFTER SCHOOL SWIM CLUB Book a private lesson for 2 or more at a time that fits into Swimmers are assigned to lanes with others of similar ability, September 18, 2018 - March 14, 2019 their busy schedule. You can book private lessons one and workouts are adjusted according to the experience and Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:30 - 5:30 pm lesson at a time or in a set of 5 lessons. ability of swimmers in each lane. Beginner (able to swim 40 m) Registration: $372.00 or 3 installments of $124.00 to be made Sept 18 & Nov 8, 2018 & Jan 17, 2019 This is an opportunity for young swimmers aged 8 - 16 to RINK BOARD ADVERTISING enjoy the sport of competitive swimming. Swimmers will be given the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of the Take advantage of this grass roots advertising four competitive strokes. Young swimmers will develop on the Sparwood Arena rink boards. For lifelong skills, sportsmanship and positive attitudes, while more information on rates and placing your participating in physical recreation. advertisement contact the Leisure Centre office 250-425-0552.

12 13 child / youth programs child / youth programs LEARNING TREE PRESCHOOL PARENT & TOT SKATE RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS BABYSITTER TRAINING HOME ALONE SAFETY FOR KIDS PIANO A place for children to learn Mondays November 19 - December 10, 2018 October 22 - November 14, 2018 October 23 - November 6, 2018 January 8 - June 18, 2019 through play. A drop off program 11:00 am - 12:00 noon Mondays Mondays & Wednesdays Tuesdays & Thursdays Tuesdays 22 sessions for preschoolers to develop their Wednesdays 3-5 yrs 3:30 - 5:30 pm 3:30 - 5:30 pm $645.15 or 2 installments of $322.58 1:00 - 2:00 pm five selves: social, emotional, gross 5:00 - 5:30 pm $64.70 $59.40 Interested in taking Piano Lessons? 30 Parent & Tot Skating are unsupervised motor, fine motor, and intellectual $23.50 This Red Cross certified program covers A comprehensive safety program that minutes sessions between 3:30 & 6:30 development. recreation times. All users are 5 - 8 yrs child care, safety, behavior, healthcare prepares children to stay home alone. pm. Instructor Nicole has Grade Ten encouraged to wear safety equipment. in Royal Conservatory and has taught “First Time Away” 5:30 - 6:15 pm and emergency procedures. For ages The program covers: “Are you ready piano lessons for 10+ years. 2 year olds OUTDOOR ADVENTURES $33.25 11+. Registration includes the Red to be home alone?”, “Arriving home Fridays Cross Babysitter Child Care manual. safely”, “Staying home alone safely”, and Register by December 18 September 14 & 28 9 - 12 yrs $337.50 / year Those successfully completing the “Basic First Aid”. For ages 9+. October 12 & 26 6:15 - 7:15 pm 9:00 - 10:15 am course will receive a Red Cross November 2 $43.05 Register by October 16 12:00 - 1:15 pm Certificate. Fridays 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Rhythmic Gymnastics is an Olympic “Play and Learn” $35.00 Register by October 15 3 year olds sport that combines expressive Mondays & Wednesdays Roam the great outdoors on a grand movement with colourful apparatus. $675.00 / year adventure series! This 5 - session program Programs are based on the PRISM 8:30 - 10:30 am brings kids outside each week to follow a program, which is specifically designed community child / youth programs 1:00 - 3:00 pm trail, explore a park, build a fort, observe for rhythmic gymnastics. Gymnasts ELK VALLEY MINOR HOCKEY SPARWOOD SKATING CLUB Senior Group plants, discover and get dirty in this will receive a pin for each level they “Let’s Get Ready for School” Includes children and teens from We are a member of Skate Canada and (StarSkate 4 and up): 4 year olds outdoor adventure! Adult participation complete. No previous movement Sparwood, Elkford and Fernie. teach their CanSkate and StarSkate Monday 6:30 am to 8:00 am Tuesdays & Thursdays is required. Age 2 - 5 years - younger experience necessary. Short movement programs for children ages 3 years old Tuesday 3:45 pm to 5:30 pm $675.00 / year combinations are performed to music Initiation 3 - 10 yrs siblings are welcome to attend. Wednesday 6:30 am to 8:00 am CLASSES ARE FULL (beginner players) $205 and up. Please see the Skate Cana- This group will be meeting at different with apparatus, such as ribbon, ball, Pre-Novice 5 - 6 yrs $380 da website skatecanada.ca for a full Thursday 6:30 to 8:00 am OR locations and facilitator Crissy Reigert will hoop, rope and scarves. KINDERGYM Novice 7 - 8 yrs $570 description of their programs as well as 6:15 pm to 7:45 pm (Rotation) let all participants know where to meet. Register by November 12 Friday 3:45 pm to 5:45 pm September 13, 2018 - December 20, 2018 Atoms 9 - 10 yrs $640 their teaching philosophy. Thursdays 11:00 - 11:45 am Register by September 7 YOUTH SPIN & SCULPT PeeWee 11 - 12 yrs $665 PreCanSkate: **Times are subject to change depen- Bantam 13 - 14 yrs $700 Tuesday and Thursday dent upon registration numbers. Fees FREE! (Registration is required) CAR SEAT CLINIC September 17 - December 5, 2018 Midget 15 - 17 yrs $725 5:45 pm to 6:15 pm are determined at time of registration An active outing for children 0 - 5 years. Mondays & Wednesdays September 19 Girls 12 - 17 yrs $665 dependent upon the various age Ride on toys, push/pull toys, slides 4:30 - 5:15 pm (21 Classes) CanSkate: Wednesday 10:00 am- 12:00 pm Fees include the $100 Fundraising Fee. groups. For more information please and climbers. Parents are required to $172.43 Tuesday and Thursday Sparwood Public Library visit Sparwood Skating Club Facebook supervise their children and help with For more information go to the website 5:45 pm to 6:45 pm Have your seat checked for: Recall; This is an intense cardio spin class for page or contact President Kayla Stanley clean-up of mats/equipment. Please at www.elkvalleyminorhockey.ca or Primary Group Damage; Proper fit to your child; Proper ages 10 - 15 years old, with several at 250-425-2992 or [email protected] bring your own water to drink. contact the registrar at (CanSkate Level 5 & 6/StarSkate 1): installation in your vehicle. strength intervals incorporated into [email protected] Tuesday 6:30 am to 8:00 am your ride using dumbbells and tubing! PARENT & TOT FUNTIMES Thursday 6:15 pm to 7:45 pm Hills, sprints, tempo, a great all around September 18, 2018 - May 14, 2019 Friday 5:15 pm to 6:15 pm workout! Tuesdays 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Junior Group FREE! Register by September 10 (StarSkate 2 & 3): Leisure Centre Hall Tuesday 6:30 am to 8:00 am Come out with your tot and enjoy a Thursday 6:15 pm to 7:45 pm class involving crafts, songs, parent Friday 5:15 pm to 6:15 pm discussions, and play time for kids! 14 15 youth action sparwood events

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BRAINFOOD HOMEWORK CLUB! LUNCHTIME KNITTING! TEENS ONLY SKATE! ESCAPE ROOMS! ACADEMY SKATEBOARD Every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday Mondays at noon, 7:30 - 9:00 pm September 21 2:00 - 9:00 pm COLLECTIVE that school is in session September 10 to December 17 Saturdays Sparwood Golf Club Academy Skateboard Collective’s 3-day Sparwood Leisure Centre Sparwood Secondary MPR September 15, October 13, November Sparwood Golf Course. Book your residency provides a fun and safe Do your homework, help your friends Whether you have a project already, 17, and December 15 group, up to 6 participants, in one of environment to learn the fundamentals and earn treats and prizes! FREE tutor or if you are a beginner learning how 8 time slots for each room. Individual of skateboarding, build self-confidence, TEEN ART NIGHTS WITH ARTBEAT! provided. to cast on, Kelly and Smashlee will participants may be scheduled when creativity and complex problem-solv- support and encourage you on your ing. With high-quality and skilled in- Special guests: September 27, October 25, and where space permitted. knitting journey! FREE. Bring equip- November 29, December 20 struction and supervision, participants September 4 Ages 12 + $25.00/person. ment and materials if you have them. 7:00 - 9:00 pm are invited to push, ride, turn, ollie, Kelly the Health Nurse If you don’t, that’s okay! For more info Sparwood Golf Club 1. Da Vinci’s Workshop drop in and grind over the course of October 4 call or text Kelly at (250) 423-1014. the workshop. Participants will engage Evenings of painting with Sue Hanlon You’ve travelled back in time hun- in interactive games and demonstra- Pat Simpson and the MaKey MaKey fun dreds of years to meet the world’s TEENS ONLY SWIM! at the Sparwood Golf Club. Come paint tions outlining the progression of technology session a masterpiece and have refreshments most brilliant mind: Leonardo Da 7:30 - 9:30 pm skills that enable skaters to creatively November 6 with your friends. Buy your tickets at Vinci. As you explore his workshop, See dates below interpret the physical landscape and Geologist Jo-Anna Singleton talks Artbeatactivities.ca/pay-online. $20 you discover hidden clues that he In the Pool develop their own style. The focus on science, rocks and STEAM careers, left behind for only the most curious collaboration and natural leadership Have snacks on the patio, hang out HALLOWEEN! to find. Will you be able to crack Da allows skaters to not only learn and December 4 with friends and enjoy being in a October 31 6:00-9:00 pm. Vinci’s codes? participate but to also to teach and Search and Rescue member Duane teens-only environment. Titan Park 2. Starship Mutiny lead their peers. Academy will provide Lawrence talking about what to do if prizes over the course of the 3 day September 28: slip and slide (weather Check out the haunted Titan, check Welcome aboard the H. S. Royal, a you’re stranded, workshop and a professional quality dependent) out the jack o lanterns and scarecrows, vessel commanded by an evil war- video recap for all participants. December 20 Christmas Winter break October 19: Gory Halloween Movie then watch a scary movie and have lord. You, the crew, are committing a party. November 23: Aquatic Archery Tag treats with your friends! mutiny and escaping through your Register at Leisure Services. December 21: Ugly Christmas Sweater escape pod, but not before finding (250) 425-0552. INTRAMURAL GAMES! Swim! Come swim in your jeans and LIBRARY LOCK-IN! hidden information in power orbs Registration $100.00 Every Wednesday the ugliest Christmas sweater you can November 16 and initiating the final sequence. September 5 to December 19, 8-9pm find! Prize for the ugliest sweater. Sparwood Public Library SSS gym A four-hour event for 12 and 13 year Archery tag, Zorb soccer, B-ball and olds. Scavenger hunt, snacks and more! more! $75 for 15 weeks. Pre-register at More details to come. (250) 425-0552. 16 17 community child / youth programs GIRL GUIDES ELK VALLEY 4 H CLUB FOR THE LOVE OF DANCE At Girl Guides of Canada, girls from Leadership and Life skills program Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Musical Theatre, Boys 5 - 17 meet with girls their own age for youth and volunteers. The club Class, Stretching, and Figure Skating in a safe, inclusive space to discover conducts meetings on the1st & 3rd Off Ice Training for all ages. themselves, have fun, make friends Sunday of the month from October to Parent & Tot Shimmy & Shake and develop life skills. Your daughter June, and hosts a variety of programs: Thursdays 9:30 - 10:00 am will join over 95,000 other girls and cooking, equine etc. $75.60 women across Canada who love what Registration Fee $100 Session 1: September 27 - November 1 Guiding offers them. She’ll explore Cloverbuds 6 - 8 yrs Session 2: November 8 - December 13 everything she wants to be, in an all- Juniors 9 - 13 yrs For children walking to 4 yrs. female environment that’s designed to Seniors 13 - 19 yrs empower girls. She’ll also get an entry Tumble Tots Tuck & Roll Find out more at www.4-h-canada.ca pass to access amazing opportunities Tuesdays September 25 - December 11 Shanna Bosma (780) 674-1422. in Guiding, including scholarships and $176.40 Sparwood Skate Park international travel opportunities. 3 Yrs 9:00 - 9:30 am SPARWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY ACADEMY SKATEBOARD COLLECTIVE Sparks 4 yrs 9:30 - 10:00 am 3 DAY RESIDENCY The Sparwood Skate Park Project was a joint project Baby Laptime 3/4 yrs 2:00 - 2:30 pm between the Sparwood Futures Society, the Sparwood For girls ages 5 - 6 September 21 - 23, 2018 A drop in program where you can Acro Skate Park Society and the District of Sparwood. Brownies 12:00 - 4:30 pm interact with your baby through song, September 10, 2018 - May 16, 2019 For girls ages 7 - 8 Ages 4 - 16 yrs play and stories. The park itself contains 18 independent features

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For girls ages 9 - 11 $459.00 +GST SparwoodSUN Skatepark slappy features, ledges, bars, up gaps and hubbas, SOCIETY bank hips and pump bumps. Pathfinders Hop 7 - 9 yrs Thursdays 6:30 - 7:30 pm Academy Skateboard Collective’s 3-day residency provides For girls ages 12 - 14 A drop in program where children 18 $589.00 +GST a fun and safe environment to learn the fundamentals of months up to preschool age can come 10 - 15 yrs Tuesdays 6:30 - 7:30 pm skateboarding, build self-confidence, creativity and complex Rangers problem-solving. With high-quality and skilled instruction and enjoy a half hour of fun. Singing, $589.00 +GST For girls ages 15 - 17 and supervision, participants are invited to push, ride, turn, dancing, playing games and stories. Registration $105. For more information on classes call ollie, drop in and grind over the course of the workshop. Par- Thursdays 11:00 - 11:30 am For more information or to register go Kelly Stoffels (250) 425-5287 or email ticipants will engage in interactive games and demonstra- tions outlining the progression of skills that enable skaters to to www.girlguides.ca Story Time misskellyfortheloveofdance@gmail. com creatively interpret the physical landscape and develop their ELK VALLEY AIR CADETS A drop in program where children own style. The focus on collaboration and natural leadership 3 - 5 years old can come without their allows skaters to not only learn and participate but to also to Thursdays 6:00 - 9:00 pm parents to make crafts, read stories teach and lead their peers. Sparwood Firehall #1 and develop independent skills. Young Canadians age 12 to 18 Thursday 1:30 - 2:30 pm Academy will provide prizes over the course of the 3 day can participate in a variety of fun, workshop and a professional quality video recap for all challenging and rewarding activities participants. YOUTH BOWLING and learn valuable life and work skills such as teamwork, leadership and Youth Bowling programs coached by Day 1: Skateboard Fundamentals, History and Overview citizenship. volunteers at Sparwood Fun Centre Day 2: Beyond Basics: Progressing your skills and adapting to For more info visit 5 - 15 Years of age new terrain www.cadets.ca or contact For more information Contact Sherri Shaw (250) 423-6224 Ron Bertin 778-518-5155 Day 3: The Art of the Session: Capturing your progression and teaching others 19 18 ...teen / adult programs ...teen / adult programs MOBILE ESCAPE ROOM BELAY COURSE STANDARD FIRST AID CPR-B COOKING CLASSES ARTISTIC COOKIE MAKING

Friday September 21, 2018 September 20, 2018 September 29 & 30, 2018 November 14 & 21, 2018 SOUP BUILDING November 18, 2018 Sparwood Golf Course Thursday 6:30 - 9:00 pm Saturday & Sunday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Wednesday 7:00 - 9:00 pm Sunday 4:00 - 7:00 pm September 30, 2018 $28.75 $157.25 + Manual $12.00 $65.70 + Manual $11.00 $35.00 Mark your Calendar! In a collaboration Sunday 3:00 - 6:00 pm or October 18, 2018 Pocket Mask $20.00 CPR-B (Adult, Child & Infant) teaches Impress your friends with these between The District of Sparwood & $35.00 Youth Action Sparwood we are bringing Thursday 6:30 - 9:00 pm Standard First Aid provides parents, grandparents, babysitters, or handmade painted cookies. Learn how escape rooms to you. Puzzles and games $28.75 comprehensive training covering all child care workers the CPR and choking This course will show you the steps to make paintings on your cookies, you are nothing new, but the escape room This course will instruct participants how aspects of first aid and CPR. Standard procedures for adults, children and to make delicious soups homemade will be able to take them home. Cookies craze is in full swing. Guests solve a to belay and climb properly. Participants First Aid incorporates all of Emergency infants. CPR-B includes the importance from ingredients you have right in your will be supplied. series of puzzles hidden by locks and will learn about climbing equipment, First Aid and is designed for those who of early defibrillation and how to use kitchen. Then save your turkey bones Register by November 11 corresponding clues, in a time frame terminology, and safety communication. require a more in-depth understanding an AED. from thanksgiving and create your own SPARWOOD MASTERS SWIM 2 Escape Rooms available There will be active instruction for 1.5 of first aid including: legal implications Register by November 7 fresh soup. 3 variations of soups will be September 18, 2018 - March 14, 2019 Each room has a maximum of 6 hours with a test at the end. of first aid treatment, spinal injuries, made in the course. Everyone gets a SKATE & SHOOT Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:30 - 6:30 pm participants / hour. Starting at 2:00 pm Must be 14 years of age and older. heat or cold injuries, bone and joint sample to try and to take home. injuries, chest injuries, and medical Monday - Friday Register by September 23 Registration: $372.00 - If valid ALP with the last group at 9:00 pm Register by September 13 or emergencies. 12:00 - 1:00 pm or Pass for duration of the program Ages 12 + $25.00/person Register by October 11 Regular Admission Price LADIES PIE NIGHT OUT $186.00 or 50% of Program Fee. Register at the Leisure Centre or call Register by September22 PICKLEBALL Skate & Shoot is an unsupervised October 28, 2018 Our goal is to provide fun, fitness, 250-425-0552 recreation time. All users are Sunday 3:00 - 6:00 pm and optional friendly competition in October 10, 2018 - May 15, 2019 CPR-C encouraged to wear safety equipment. $35.00 a positive environment. We welcome Wednesdays 5:30 - 7:30 pm October 16 & 23, 2018 Michele will show you how to make a anyone (at least 16 years old) who $2.00 Drop In Tuesday 6:30 - 9:30 pm basic pastry dough and how to make wants to improve his or her swimming, $89.55 + Manual $11.00 Pickleball is the fastest growing racquet a variety of flavors from fresh fruit to regardless of your previous swimming sport in North America, it combines CPR-C (Adult, Child & Infant) covers cream pie. You will learn decorative experience. Swimmers are assigned to elements of badminton, tennis and table all aspects of CPR skills and theory for crust designs made with simple tools lanes with others of similar ability, and tennis. Come join us at the FJM Gym adult, child and infants, including two- everyone has. Each person will get their workouts are adjusted according to the with clean, dry, non-marking shoes, we rescuer CPR skills. CPR-C includes the own pie to take home. experience and ability of swimmers in will supply everything else! importance of early defibrillation and Register by October 21 each lane. how to use an AED. 20 Register by October 9 21 ...community teen / adult programs ...55+ programs & events

TAE KWON DO YOUTH BOWLING COMMUNITY BADMINTON AQUAFIT Interested in hosting an event, renting FIT FOR HEALTH the Seniors Hall for an activity or get - Tae Kwon Do is a Korean Martial art Youth Bowling programs coached by Come and enjoy a fun game of Mon, Wed & Fri 9:30 - 10:30 am Health Matters together, contact Barb Janco at (250) “the art of hand and foot” volunteers. badminton on a drop in basis. Open Participants can pace themselves Circuit Tuesdays & Thursdays 425-6576. This group can cater most Head Instructor Master Sant Saran 7 13 - 15 Years of age to teens and adults. Participants are to enjoy a medium/high intensity 1:00 - 2:00 pm events upon request. dan Starting October 7 till April 28. asked to supply their own equipment workout combining a mixture of Gym Tuesdays & Thursdays Instructor Gena Paton 5 dan Saturdays & Sundays and to have clean indoor shoes. cardiovascular exercise, strength Cooking 2:00 - 3:00 pm training and stretching. (Child Ages 5 and older Sparwood Fun Centre Tuesdays & Thursdays Make new friends and learn new skills. This 3 month program is aimed Registration Fee $200.00 FJM Gym minding in tot pool for children This group makes perogies, cabbage Classes start mid-September and at people rehabilitating from For more information Contact 7:00 - 8:30 pm for more information 3 yrs +). rolls, pies etc. to sell as a fundraiser at finish the end of April for Juniors and injury or disease and/or new Ron Bertin (778) 518-5155 email [email protected] the Farmers Market and other social May long weekend for Seniors. to exercise. To qualify for this PICKLEBALL events, they also cater small get Sparwood SPARWOOD WEIGHT TRAINING CLUB RECREATIONAL BASKETBALL program you must be assessed October 10, 2018 - May 15, 2019 togethers. Juniors 5:00 - 6:00 pm 24 hour gym featuring free weights, Shoot baskets with some friends. Fun and referred by a Physiotherapist. Wednesdays 5:30 - 7:30 pm Seniors 6:00 - 7:00 pm cardio machines and multi use drop in basketball for teens and adults. Registration $30.85 per month $2.00 Drop In Card Games & More FJM Elementary School gym Tuesdays stations. Participants are required to have clean (3 month limit) Pickleball is the fastest growing racquet Join the seniors in the community and Thursdays Drop in $8.00 indoor shoes. sport in North America, it combines during the afternoon for Cribbage, Wii Prescription for Health elements of badminton, tennis and Games, Billiards or play the classic trick- A registered student may train at no Single Membership Tuesdays SSS Gym Sparwood is committed to table tennis. Come join us at the FJM taking card game Whist. cost in Fernie Tuesdays and Thursdays One Month $40.00 8:00 - 10:00 pm enhancing the overall health of Gym with clean, dry, non-marking 6:30 - 8:30 pm at Isabella Dicken Family Membership SUNSET RIDGE SKI SOCIETY the community. The Sparwood shoes, we will supply everything else! Crafts School \or in the (2 people, same dwelling) Join and support our nordic club by Leisure Centre is now offering a Mondays and Wednesdays A great way to meet new people and One Month $70.00 becoming a member for the 3 month discounted access pass 6:00 - 7:00 pm at the MDM Community socialize, join others with artistic talents Six Month Single $200.00 2018 - 2019 season. Our membership with a prescription for health Center. in card making, sewing and other Six Month Family $360.00 options are as follows: from your healthcare provider or crafts. Sant Saran (250) 425-2044 pharmacist. This pass will allow Card Lock key $12.00 Family Membership access to Gentle Fit, Aquafit, Lane SENIORS CENTRE Floor Curling SPARWOOD CURLING CLUB New memberships may be purchased Single Membership Swim and the Fitness Centre. Get out, keep active and socialize. The We offer a fun, as well as competitive through the Sparwood Leisure Centre Junior (student) Membership Join the Seniors for luncheons, guest Registration $29.24 per month game of Floor Curling resembles the atmosphere where we enjoy the sport with cash or cheque. Day Pass for trails speakers and special events such as You may obtain your membership or (3 month limit) the seniors light tour to start off the game of ice curling. of Curling! Ages 9+ For more information call Danny for information on pricing visit Christmas season. Yearly Membership Junior Tuesdays (250) 425-5081 The Seniors Centre organizes a wide www.skisparwood.com, or the Fees are $15.00. 3:30 - 4:30 pm variety of other events and activities. Sparwood Leisure Centre. Ladies Tuesdays IN THE POOL Contact Judi Loewen at For dates and times contact Judi 7:00 - 9:00 pm GENTLE FIT (250) 425-4248 or (250) 425-6536 Loewen at Arlene Alaric (250) 425-6804 (250) 425-4248 or email Mens Wednesdays Mon, Wed & Fri 8:30 - 9:15 am John Ward at (250) 425-2390 [email protected] to recieve the 7:00 - 9:00 pm This low intensity class is designed 101 4th Avenue Seniors Centre monthly calendar. Mixed League Thursdays for seniors and individuals with, or Sparwood, BC 6:45 - 8:45 pm recovering from, muscle or joint injuries. For more information contact David Endicott at (250) 425-2195.

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Parent & Tot Skating and Skate & Shoot are unsupervised recreation times. All users are encouraged to wear safety equipment. Public Skate, Skate & Shoot and Parent & Tot schedules may change due to facility rentals and tournaments. DROP IN FITNESS DRY LAND FITNESS CLASSES PILATES fitness programs STROLL & STRETCH Mondays & Wednesdays 7:30 - 8:15 pm Drop into any of our drop in fitness classes for the regular drop in fee, or Mondays 9:00 - 9:45 am 45 minute mat pilates class. Non-impact REGISTERED CLASSES SPIN & SCULPT RISE & SHINE YOGA with your Active Living Pass. ” KIDDY CORNER” stretching and strengthening system September 17 - December 5, 2018 September 11 - October 2, 2018 Nothing gets your day started right that tones muscle, improves posture, EARLY MORNING SPIN Mondays & Wednesdays Tuesdays provides flexibility and balance and NEW! “KIDDY CORNER” better than a brisk walk and some September 17 - December 5, 2018 5:30 - 6:15 pm 5:45 - 6:30 am simple stretching. In this class, we unites body and mind. The Kiddy Corner allows parents to Mondays & Wednesdays $172.43 (21 Classes) $35.20 will alternate between 10 minutes of Starts September 17 5:45 - 6:15 am bring their child to designated This is an intense cardio spin class, with Find balance strength and length in walking and 10 minutes of stretching. $180.64 (22 Sessions) fitness classes ONLY. TRX several strength intervals incorporated this 45 min class. Sync the mind and The Kiddy Corner area will be Work out those kinks with proper This is an intense 30 minute morning into your ride using dumbbells and body and breath. reserved for children to play stretching of warm muscles. Weather Tuesdays 6:15 - 6:45 pm ” KIDDY CORNER” workout to kick start your day! tubing! Hills, sprints, tempo, a great all Register by September 6 independently and quietly during permitting, this class will take place Register by September 10 around workout! the class. Kids are welcome to in the track and field behind the Rec TRX is a tool that uses body weight to SPIN & CORE bring their iPads, tablets, books, Register by September 10 Centre. During non-ideal weather we develop strength, balance, and core etc. (there is Wi-Fi in the hall). This TONE ZONE September 20 - December 6, 2018 will be in the hall. Grab a friend and hit stability. Classes will vary between is not child care, supervision is not September 17 - December 3, 2018 GOING IN CIRCLES Thursdays the track! strength, cardio, or both. We will also provided. Mondays 10:30 - 11:30 am September 17 - December 3, 2018 5:00 - 5:45 pm Starts September 17 periodically combine the TRX with $55.83 other pieces of equipment such as Mondays 8:00 - 8:45 pm $103.46 UGI SWEAT This class uses BOSU balls, body weight $86.22 WATER FIT CLASSES dumbbells and BOSU balls to keep Get a great cardio and core workout Mondays 5:30 - 6:00 pm and dumbbells to strengthen and tone things interesting! A high endurance journey designed all in one class. Spend the first part GENTLE FIT ” KIDDY CORNER” your entire body. A BOSU ball is like a to improve metal toughness and to of the class working through a heart Mon, Wed & Fri 8:30 - 9:15 am In this 30 minute cardio class, you will Starts September 18 stability ball cut in half and placed on slam-dunk your own comfort zone. pumping group cycle and finish up be moving not only your body, but also a platform. Improve coordination and Race through “Bashville” and Barazona” with a core workout. All fitness levels This low intensity class is designed YOGA for seniors and individuals with, or a Ugi ball! The Ugi Ball is best described balance by incorporating a BOSU ball on your way to get fit and feel great! welcome. Please bring a mat to class. Tues ONLY Sept 4 - Oct 16 recovering from muscle or joint injuries. as a big squishy medicine ball. They into simple strength exercises such as Adjust on the fly to a new destination Tuesdays & Thursdays Oct 23 - Dec 20 Register by September 13 come in 6 lb, 8 lb, 10 lb, or 12 lb. Squat, squats and pushups. Instructor Katie - your race to stronger stamina and Starts September 5 7:00 - 8:00 pm lunge, jump, lift, and MOVE with the always ensures each exercise can be endurance. Push your limits. DUMBBELLS 101 This class will encourage you to become modified for any fitness level. AQUAFIT added challenge of the Ugi ball. Register by September 10 September 20 - December 6, 2018 familiar with what your body needs, Mon, Wed & Fri 9:30 - 10:30 am Starts September 17 Register by September 10 Thursdays 9:30 - 10:30 am as well as offer a comfortable, non- 30 MINUTE SPIN EXPRESS BODY BLAST “FOR WOMEN” $67.00 Participants can pace themselves BOSU BOOTCAMP judgmental environment. Everyone is October 16 - November 13, 2018 to enjoy a medium/high intensity September 10 - December 19, 2018 This class takes you back to basics Mondays & Wednesdays 6:30 - 7:15pm welcome! Tuesdays 5:30 - 6:00 pm workout combining a mixture of Mondays & Wednesdays using dumbbells for targeted strength A new spin on Bootcamp! This $41.05 cardiovascular exercise, strength 3:45 - 4:45 pm training. Each workout will focus on bootcamp class incorporates multi- training and stretching. (Child minding FITNESS PASSPORT*NEW* $156.33 (28 classes) This 30 minute spin class is designed specific muscle groups and developing equipment strength and cardio circuits for all fitness levels. The intensity proper form. Learn how to properly in tot pool for children 3 yrs +). Pick up your Free Fitness Passport at This 1 hour class incorporates gentle with a focus on BOSU and balance the Leisure Centre Office. of your ride is under your control, execute free weights to maximize Starts September 5 strength training and a few cross fit training! Great conditioning and core Must be a combination of Dry & Wet allowing you to work at a pace that is efficiency. (No children please.) challenges too! You will not get bored! training for winter sports and all around Drop In classes right for your body. The class focuses Register by September 13 strength! 10th Drop in Class is Free can be used Register by September 6 on aerobic endurance conditioning Starts September 17 by the Participant or to bring a friend and aerobic interval training, with brief, 45 MINUTE INTENSE SPIN 20th Drop in Class receive a Free FITNESS PASSPORT CARD high intensity bursts that push past October 14 - November 4, 2018 Water Bottle your anaerobic threshold. Sundays 6:30 - 7:15 pm Enter the draw at the end to be eligible for 1 month installment ALP Register by October 9 $32.84 or 12 Adult Bulk Tickets. High Intensity Spin Class is the name of Have the instructor initial your card at the game in this 45 minute power class. every class. Improve your fitness level & maximize 24 burn. Register by October 7 25 fitness programs cont... OPEN CIRCUIT UGI PUMP TABATA Wednesdays 9:30 - 11:30 am Wednesdays 5:30 - 6:15 pm Thursdays 6:15 - 6:45 pm ” KIDDY CORNER” ” KIDDY CORNER” ” KIDDY CORNER” Drop in to the hall for a completely This Ugi ball class focuses on controlled Tabata is a type of high intensity interval personalized workout that YOU create! strength movements designed to pump training featuring 4 rounds of 8 different Stations will be set up for lower body, up the muscles and improve functional exercises. Each exercise is done for core, upper body, and cardio exercises. fitness. The Ugi Ball is soft and spongy, 20 seconds with 10 seconds of rest. It Pick the exercises that appeal to you and comes in 6 lb, 8 lb, 10 lb, or 12 lb. works both the aerobic and anaerobic and stay for as long as you want. Learn You can stand on them, press on them, energy systems, builds strength how to use a variety of equipment with kneel on them, plank on them, the list and endurance, and shreds calories proper form! Circuit will be open for 2 goes on... Come see how much stronger in just half an hour. Each workout hours. Starts September 19 you can get with just one weighed ball! will incorporate a different piece of Starts September 19 equipment. on the ice Starts September 20 ARENA RENTAL SKATES ELK VALLEY MINOR HOCKEY $2.81/rental www.elkvalleyminorhockey.ca Tuesdays For more information see page 15. 7:00 - 7:45 pm See the Leisure Centre Front Desk to PUBLIC Fridays rent skates. We have Bauer Supreme SPARWOOD CURLING CLUB SKATE 7:15 - 8:15 pm Hockey Skates Sizes Y10 - S12 & Bauer For more information contact personal training services Sundays React Figure Skates Sizes S5 - S9. Dave Endicott at (250) 425-2195. 3:30 - 4:45 pm Not seeing any results from your every day fitness routine? Robin Kooy ARENA EVENTS For more information see page 22. Mondays Christmas Ice Special Is your workout getting boring? Do you want to improve Robin started her fitness career as a Can Fit Pro PARENT 11:00 am - 12:00 noon ADULT HOCKEY your overall fitness level in your favorite recreational certified Personal Trainer in 2011. She has been & TOT The arena is available to book for only SKATE Wednesdays Sparwood arena is host to several mens activities such as running or skiing? Robin & Heloise can with the Sparwood Leisure Centre for one year. $55.00 per hour during the Christmas 1:00 - 2:00 pm and ladies hockey teams. For more help. When starting a workout routine in a gym for holidays. (Maximum 2 hr booking) information contact Sheri Taylor (250) the first time it is really important to understand SKATE & Monday - Friday Book early as space is limited! SHOOT 12:00 -1:00 pm 425-0552. Consultations & Assessments $46.19 / Client how the equipment works and the proper form to have Dates available from Program Design Self Motivated Programs $46.19 / Client while using it. Robin would like to offer weight room tours December 22, 2018 - January 6, 2019 Follow Up Sessions Self Motivated Programs $35.92 / Client that include short demonstrations on the proper use of the equipment. These appointments will need to be scheduled SANTA SKATE (ALL AGES) RINK BOARD ADVERTISING One on One Training 1 hr $36.23 / Client Parent & Tot Skating and but will be free of charge. December 23, 2018 Group Sessions Skate & Shoot are unsupervised Take advantage of this grass roots recreation times. All users are 3:30 - 4:45 pm advertising on the Sparwood 2 people $30.19 / client Heloise Walters encouraged to wear safety Come skate with Santa and get your Arena rink boards. For more 3-4 people $24.15 / client Heloise has been active in the fitness industry equipment. picture taken with him in front of the information on rates and placing Zamboni. Skate rentals included, bring 5-6 people $18.11 / client for over 25 years. She is a CFES Personal Trainer. Public Skate, Skate & Shoot your advertisement contact the your camera! She specializes in Small Group Training, and Parent & Tot schedules may Leisure Centre office Functional Fitness, Bootcamp, TRX, Tabata/HITT change due to facility rentals and SPARWOOD SKATING CLUB 250-425-0552. Spin, Pilates and Myofascial Release. tournaments. Sparwood Skating Club hosts the Can -Skate learn to skate program, open to all ages. They welcome new members. For more information see page 15. 26 27 in the community & events

SPARWOOD EARLY YEARS PARKINSON SUPERWALK TERRY FOX RUN A community organization that Saturday September 8, 2018 Sunday September 16, 2018 correlates service providers with Sparwood Seniors Drop in Centre Registration 10:00 - 10:45 am caregivers, families and parents of 101 4th Avenue, Sparwood Run 11:00 am children age 0 - 6 years. The early Registration 10:00 am Sparwood Leisure Centre Spray Park years committee works in conjunction Walk start time 11:00 am You can choose your course with the community to ensure that Join us for BBQ, refreshments, prizes 1 km walk, run, wheel, ride or 5 km our children are nurtured and able to and a silent auction in support of walk, run, ride. No Entry Fee! No develop a solid foundation to reach finding a cure for Parkinson disease. Minimum Donation! Inspired by a their greatest potential. For more information contact Terry dream, grounded in tradition and For more information contact Hume at (250) 425-2404 or email volunteer driven, the Terry Fox Run for Crissy Riegert (778) 518-5183 [email protected] Cancer research. To learn more about the run in Sparwood or to volunteer FALL COMMUNITY INFORMATION community events COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER contact Edie Holland at AND REGISTRATION NIGHT APPRECIATION BRUNCH (250) 425-6554. Starship Mutiny BUSINESS AWARDS CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING Thursday September 6, 2018 Sunday September 16, 2018 September 21, 2018 October 18, 2018 Date: TBA ESCAPE ROOMS COMING 5:00 - 7:30 pm 11:00 - 2:00 pm Ages 12 + $25.00/person. Register at 5:00 - 7:00 pm Centennial Square Sparwood Curling Rink TO SPARWOOD! Sparwood Curling Arena the Leisure Centre or call 250-425-0552 Chamber of Commerce 6:30 pm Bonfire Contact Sparwood Leisure Centre at: This September, the District of Friday September 21, 2018 Join us for the Sparwood Business 6:45 pm Caroling 250-425-0552 or email: Welcome aboard the H. S. Royal, a Sparwood, Mayor and Council will be 2:00 - 9:00 pm Awards reception. [email protected] Sparwood Golf Course vessel commanded by an evil warlord. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE hosting an Appreciation Brunch. This You, the crew, are committing a Mark your Calendar! The District of HAUNTED HALLOWEEN WALK SENIORS LIGHT TOUR FALL FOOD FEST time has been chosen to recognize and mutiny and escaping through your Sparwood & Youth Action Sparwood Wednesday October 31, 2018 Date: TBA Friday September 7, 2018 thank volunteers around Sparwood for escape pod, but not before finding are bringing escape rooms to you. Puz- 5:00 - 9:00 pm 6:00 pm Meet at Lilac Terrace Sparwood Chamber Parking Lot the time and energy they contribute to hidden information in power orbs and zles and games are nothing new, but Food trucks, refreshment garden, music our community. initiating the final sequence. Can you Mark your calendar and join us for a All Seniors are invited to join in and the escape room craze is in full swing. and much more! We hope that you will join us at escape? stroll through Titan Park Enjoy all of the take a tour of the best lit houses in Guests solve a series of puzzles hidden carved pumpkins created by children Sparwood! There will be entertainment Contact Sparwood Chamber Sparwood’s Volunteer Appreciation Book your group, up to 6 participants, by locks and corresponding clues, in a and Scarecrows created by businesses and refreshments at Lilac Terrace 250-425-2423or visit Brunch. Please extend our invitation to in one of 8 time slots for each room. time frame. to celebrate the spirit of Halloween. following the tour! facebook.com/sparwoodchamber all your volunteers. Individual participants may be Da Vinci’s Workshop This FREE event is sponsored by the Please RSVP by September 10, 2018 scheduled when and where space REMEMBRANCE DAY SCARECROW CHALLENGE *NEW* Sparwood Chamber of Commerce, the how many of your volunteers are You’ve travelled back in time hundreds permitted. Sunday November 11, 2018 Sparwood Futures Society and Black September 7 - October 25, 2018 planning on attending to of years to meet the world’s most bril- MUNICIPAL ELECTION FORUM 10:00 am Service Gold Bus Lines. We invite all businesses to join us for a [email protected] liant mind: Leonardo Da Vinci. As you seasonal and FUN scarecrow engineer- September 25, 2018 Seniors Drop in Centre explore his workshop, you discover SPARWOOD WINTERFEST 10:45 am Parade march to Cenotaph ing challenge. We will provide you with hidden clues that he left behind for 7:00 pm 11:00 am Cenotaph Service. February 2, 2019 the bare bones, there are no limits to only the most curious to find. Will you Curling Rink what your imagination can come up Sparwood Golf Course be able to crack Da Vinci’s codes? The Forum will give extra insight CRAFT & SMALL BUSINESS FAIR with. The Scarecrows will be judged towards making a decision on who to This community event held in February November 16, 2018 then collected and displayed at the vote for in the upcoming election. highlights the great amenities which Titan during the day of the Sleepy Sparwood Leisure Centre Sparwood has to offer. There’s activities Hollow Halloween Pumpkin Walk. Come out and enjoy Sparwood’s 38th and fun to make everyone in the family Annual Craft and Small Business Fair. happy. Watch for more information and 28 Hosted by the Sparwood Arts Council. event schedule to come. There’s something for everyone! community groups community groups PARENT / TOT SPORTS GROUPS Sparwood Mixed Slo-pitch Elk River Alliance Sparwood Christian Centre Sparwood Seniors Villa Dawn Weatherbee at (250) 423-3322 (250) 425-7787 Debbie Altomare Aboriginal Early Years Elk Valley Lacrosse (250) 425-4678 or [email protected] Sparwood Community Fund (250) 425-6335 Outreach Worker Jera Kipnik [email protected] Bev MacNaughton (250) 425-2423 Sarah Clark (250) 946-7522 [email protected] Elk Valley Flying Club Sparwood Shotokan Karate (250) 425-2242 Breastfeeding Mamas! Sparwood ESS SCHOOLS Elk Valley Minor Hockey Bob Gardiner (250) 425-0595 Elk Valley Hospice Joyce Kutzner (250) 425-4752 Daleen (250) 426-0299 www.elkvalleyminorhockey.ca or Frank J Mitchell Elementary School Sparwood Skating Club (250) 423-4453 Sparwood Early Years registrar at evmha-registrar@hotmail. Sparwood Food Bank (250) 425-7818 Kayla Stanley (250) 425-2992 Crissy Riegert (778) 518-5183 com Elk Valley Society for Community Mel Reimer (250) 295-5499 Sparwood Secondary School Sparwood Trails Alliance Living Sparwood Futures Society (250) 425-6666 Sparwood Treehouse Daycare For the Love of Dance [email protected] (250) 423-7635 Sharon Arola (250) 425-2799 Cori Sedrovic (250) 425-4443 Kelly Stoffels (250) 425-5287 sparwoodtreehousemanager@gmail. Sunset Ridge Cross Country Fernie Womens Sparwood Health Unit Ladies’ Hockey OTHER RECREATION com Ski Society Resource Centre (250) 425-2064 Leslie Starkey (250) 425-4128 Bellevue Underground Mine Shelly Hume (250) 433-1000 (250) 423-4687 Sparwood Toys for Tots Sparwood Market (403) 564-4700 Pacific Sport Columbia Basin Toll Free 1-800-339-7393 Edie Holland (250) 425-6554 Tae Kwon Do [email protected] David Ellis (250) 946-5668 Sant Saran (250) 425-2044 Fraternal Order of Eagles Boys and Girls Club Strong Start Sparwood Public Library Pass Trak (250) 425-2384 of Crowsnest Pass BJ Syrja (250) 425-7818 Valley Riders 110 Pine Avenue Ritch Braun (403) 563-5470 (403) 562-8664 Bruce Timbrell (250) 425-4715 Jehovah’s Witnesses (250) 425-2299 Rugby 16+ (250) 425-2772 Canyon Raft Company Youth Archery Sparwood Search & Rescue YOUTH INTEREST Peter Dudman (250) 423-1653 (250) 423-7226 Vinny Kropodra (250) 433-6969 Knights of Columbus Ed Ehrler (250) 425-5025 Brownies Elkford Aquatic Centre Sparwood Curling Club Gene Von Matt (250) 425-0663 [email protected] Youth 22 Shoot Tracie Baker Cleggett David Endicott (250) 425-2195 (250) 865-4012 (250) 425-5271 Guy Gioia (250) 425-9442 Lions Club Sparwood Toys for Tots Sparwood Fish & Wildlife Club Ken / Vicki Hoberton (250) 425-6554 Elk Valley 4H Club Darren Reghenas (250) 425-4275 (250) 425-7036 Aerial Park, Mountain Biking, Skiing, Shanna Bosma (780) 674-1422 SERVICE GROUPS St. Michael’s Parish Snowboarding 1-800-258-7669 Sparwood Golf Course Alcoholics Anonymous Michel-Natal Heritage Society (250) 425-2327 Elk Valley Air Cadets Barrie McWha (250) 425-2612 (250) 425-6443 Fernie Aquatic Centre Sherri Shaw (250) 423-6224 (250) 425-2529 Wildsight (250) 423-4466 Sparwood Minor Ball BC Emergency Health Services Mountainside Community Church Lee Anne Walker Girl Guides Robin & Darren Roszell Fernie Arts Station Kristie Williams (250) 425-5339 (250) 423-4112 (250) 423-3322 Corette Harrington (250) 425-2189 (778) 518-0721 or (250) 423-4842 Physio Program [email protected] Youth Action Sparwood [email protected] Child & Youth Mental Health Fernie Junior & Adult Roller Derby (250) 423-5311 Interior Health (250) 425-6212 Joni Laberge Sparwood Minor Soccer League Royal Canadian Legion SENIOR’S [email protected] President Daryl Walgren Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Heather Cullen Saints John Ward (250) 425-0081 Elk Valley Seniors Housing Society (250) 946-6187 Northwind Rhythmic Gymnastics (250) 425-4218 (250) 425-0523 Precision Bodies (Lilac Terrace ) Megan Rawles (250) 433-7453 Registrar Jenna Wilson Interpretive Centre (250) 425-2292 (250) 425-5472 Coal Miner Days Society Andi Ennis (250) 531-0223 (403) 562-7388 Sparwood Fun Centre Coordinator for U12 & up [email protected] Justine Bowen (250) 910-1074 Sparwood Seniors Drop in Centre & Mountain High Adventures Ron Bertin (778) 518-5155 Colleen Wyld 250-425-0050 50+ Club Columbia Basin Sparwood Arts & Heritage Council 1-877-423-4555 Coordinator for U10 & under 101 4th Ave Alliance For Literacy Rose Sharma (250) 425-6900 Stefan Fischer 250-425-7255 (778) 518-5590 Outdoor Connections Chrissy Hill (250) 946-7257 Sparwood Chamber of Commerce (250) 430-3511 (250) 425-2423 Columbia Basin Trust Pass Powderkeg Ski Resort (250) 426-8810 or 1-800-505-8998 30 31 Mountain Biking, Skiing, Snowboarding (403) 562-2345 FALL COMMUNITY INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION NIGHT Thursday September 6, 2018 5:00 - 7:30 pm Sparwood Curling Rink Come and find out what’s happening in your community, register for fall programs. It’s free! It’s one night! Everyone’s invited! At the Sparwood Leisure Centre from 5:00 - 7:30 pm. For more information contact Sparwood Leisure Centre at: 250-425-0552 or email: [email protected]

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION BRUNCH Sunday September 16, 2018 11:00 - 2:00 pm Sparwood Curling Arena This September, the District of Sparwood, Mayor and Council will be hosting a Volunteer Appreciation Brunch. This time has been chosen to recognize and thank volunteers around Sparwood for the time and energy they contribute to our community. We hope that you will join us at the Volunteer Appreciation Brunch. Please extend our invitation to all your volunteers. Please RSVP by September10, 2018 how many of your volunteers are planning on attending to [email protected]

367 Pine Avenue, PO Box 520 Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0 Phone: 250-425-0552 www.sparwood.ca/recreation