Programs & Services Summer 2019
Watch for our FREE “Fun for All” programs! See inside for details. Registration Information Program Registration Refund Policy 1) Register Online at Registration Hours • A full refund will be granted if requested up to 48 hours prior to the britanniacentre.org at Info Centre Mon-Fri 9:00am-6:30pm second class. No refunds after this Registration starts at 9:00am Sat 9:30am-4:00pm time. on Tuesday June 4, 2019 Sun 10:30am-3:00pm • For workshops and outings, a full refund will be granted if the refund is requested one week (seven days) 2) Register in Person Registration Hours prior to the start of the program. No Registration starts at 9:00am at Pool Cashier refunds after this time. • Britannia Society Memberships are on Tuesday June 4, 2019 Mon-Thu 9:00am-9:00pm non-refundable. Sat 9:30am-7:00pm • For day camps, a $5 administration Sun 10:30am-7:00pm fee will be charged for each camp 3) Register by Phone at a refund is requested for. Refund 604.718.5800 ext. 1 You must have a current Britannia requests must be made one week Phone registration starts at 1:00pm membership to register for programs. (seven days) prior to the start of the program. No refunds after this time. on Tuesday June 4, 2019 Swim/Skate Refunds Summer 2019 Subsidy Policy • Full refund will be granted five days or more prior to the start of the program. Holiday Hours Britannia provides assistance to those who • Partial refunds granted within four are not able to afford the advertised cost days of program start or before Information Centre of certain programs and activities. Note: second class. maximum of two subsidies per person Jul 1 Canada Day CLOSED • Transfers possible prior to second per season. Our subsidy policy does not class. No refund after second class. Aug 5 BC Day CLOSED apply to Britannia Child Care programs or • Exceptions: No refund on single products that are resalable. Non-residents session programs. 55+ Centre of Vancouver are not eligible for subsidies. Jul 1 Canada Day CLOSED Cancellation Policy Aug 5 BC Day CLOSED Leisure Access Program • Courses are cancelled when too Residents with a current Leisure Access many people wait until the last minute Pool & Fitness Centre Program (LAP) Card may receive up to to register. 50% off certain programs by presenting • A minimum number must enrol before Jul 1 Canada Day 1:00-5:00pm their LAP card to a cashier at the time a class will run. Aug 5 BC Day 1:00-5:00pm of registration. Valid for one activity per • Programs may be cancelled during person, per site, per season. the session due to unforeseen circumstances and instructors may Rink change during the program session. Grandview-Woodland and Jul 1 Canada Day CLOSED Strathcona Residents Subsidy Aug 5 BC Day CLOSED Memberships Residents living in the Grandview- Woodland and Strathcona areas who do A membership may be obtained when Teen Centre not have a LAP card and are in need of you register for a program or any time during the year at the pool cashier or the Jul 1 Canada Day CLOSED financial assistance may request a subsidy of up to 25% of course costs for certain Information Centre. Aug 5 BC Day CLOSED programs by completing an application. What does membership give me? Contact FREE Fun For All! • Voting privileges at the Society Annual General Meeting. Britannia Information Centre Recreation Programs • You must have a current Britannia 1661 Napier Street, Britannia operates a wide range of membership to register for programs. Vancouver BC V5L 4X4 FREE and pay-what-you-can recreation • Eligibility to run for the Board of programs. The Britannia Board of Management. T 604 718 5800 ext. 1 Management is committed to ensuring • Mail-outs/e-mails about Centre events. F 604 718 5858 that people have access to programs and that fees are not a barrier to members Price [email protected] of the Grandview-Woodland/Strathcona www.britanniacentre.org Community. Family $5 Look for the ‘Fun for All’ Adult $3 Photo credits: stamp throughout the Child, Youth, Senior $1 Thank you to the many staff and community Brochure to find our free and members that have contributed images. pay-what-you-can programs. Memberships are valid from September, 2018 to August 31, 2019.
2 www.britanniacentre.org See page 2 for registration information Strategic Planning
One of Britannia’s 2019 priorities is to co-create a 5 year Strategic Plan with staff and community to direct the organization, including: • Strategies for program growth and continuation up to and during the Renewal. • Strategies for programming and space use. • A fund development plan for sustainability of existing programs and for new programs. • System changes in governance, policies, and practice that reflect our constitution, mission and vision. • Business systems and administration changes that support the strategic plan. The development process will include consultations with our staff, committees, partners and the community. If you have any feedback please do not hesitate to contact Cynthia Low, Executive Director, at 604.718.5815 or [email protected].
Volunteer Program Britannia Gardens Work Why volunteer with us? Party & BBQ Britannia is like NO other community centre Help keep the Britannia School Gardens in the Lower Mainland. We offer a unique thriving and looking beautiful. Meet integration of education, recreation, library, great people, connect to nature, get and social services for the Grandview some exercise, and eat great food. Woodland/Strathcona community. For more Enthusiastically embraced by the information, please contact our Volunteer teachers and students, these gardens Program Coordinator, Yao, at 604.718.5860 are supporting unique outdoor learning or email [email protected] opportunities for children and youth to learn how to grow their own food, help connect them to the land and food they Fun Bike Rides (19yrs+) eat, provide food for the school cafeteria, Join other Britannia volunteers and support healthy food choices, and foster community members for a fun bike ride youth leadership in the area of urban in and around Vancouver. We will leave agriculture and the environment. We are from Britannia and explore local favourite looking for 15-20 volunteers. There will bike trails at a leisurely pace. Participants be a variety of easy to medium physical should be confident riding approximately tasks to choose from. Work gloves will be 30-60 kilometers. Waivers and release provided. Dress to get dirty. Meet at the forms need to be signed prior to the rides. garden by the tennis court. To receive an updated ride schedule and Sun 3:00-6:00pm Sep 15 Browse Britannia volunteer opportunities and sign up, please send an email to Britannia Garden Free track your volunteer hours online at [email protected] with 228225 www.britanniacentre.org/volunteer the subject heading “Rides”.
Britannia Information Centre: 604 718 5800 ext. 1 www.britanniacentre.org 3 Rentals Special Events Facility Rentals Giving Voices Project National Indigenous The goal of the project is to bring awareness Peoples Day At Britannia our mission is to foster to the issues facing Indigenous women and active community building, collaboration, Join us on June 21 at Trout Lake! The day girls, and to create neighbourhoods where starts at 9:00am at Vancouver Aboriginal co-creation, grass roots education, and everyone can live safely and with dignity. We involvement so that we can contribute to Friendship Centre (1607 E. Hastings) and meet every Thursday to organize community continues with the Friendship Walk to Trout the quality of life of individuals and our action and provide support. catchment neighbourhoods. We recognize Lake where we celebrate the diversity of that our programs do not always meet all Thu 4:00-6:00pm Ongoing Indigenous peoples across Canada. First community needs — sometimes people 55+ Centre Free Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples share just need space to host their own event. their spirit, experiences, stories, songs, art, From space for sporting events to birthday and dance with each other and the wider parties, we have a great selection. community. This event encourages the participation and engagement of diverse community members and organizations. It Gym/Room Rentals is an inclusive, collaborative, family-friendly Contact the Facility Support Clerks for event. All are welcome! A bus from Britannia rates and availability. Contact Paul or Wally will be available throughout the day. at 604.718.5812 or email Fri 12:00pm Jun 21 [email protected] (Sun-Wed) or VAFCS/Trout Lake Free [email protected] (Wed-Sat). Britannia’s Canada Pool Rentals Italian Day 2019 Day Celebration Contact Marie at 604.718.5830 or email Britannia Community Centre celebrates Don’t miss out on our annual Canada Day [email protected] Italian Day with this year’s theme: Comunità. celebration at Grandview Park for a day full We’re hosting a free drop-in workshop on of music and dance, a bouncy castle, face making friendship bracelets. Make one for Rink Rentals painting, community booths, and free bike yourself or one for a friend. Local artists will tune-ups! Go to vancouver.ca/parks-recreation- be instructing. All materials supplied. culture/rink-rentals or contact Susy Mon 12:30-3:00pm Jul 1 Sun 12:00-4:00pm Jun 9 Grandview Park Free at 604.718.5836 or email Commercial & Napier Free [email protected] Canada Day volunteers needed! We are looking for volunteers to help run Facility Rental Fee Policy the Canada Day celebration on Jul 1. We collect full rental fees at the time of Responsibilities will include event set- booking. We cannot hold a space until up/take-down, greeting, food serving, payment is received in full. Once you’ve running children activities, arts and crafts rented space from us a minimum of 3 etc. There are also other special events times within a 6 month period and are in volunteer opportunities throughout the year. good standing, you can apply to become If interested, please complete an online a regular user at which time rental fees application at britanniacentre.org/volunteer. can be collected on the day of your event/ program. For cancellations, a full refund will be given with at least 48hrs notice. No refunds given with less than 48hrs. International Yarn Bombing Day For more information, visit: www.britanniacentre.org/facilities/rentals 2019: Year of the Angel/Effigy. Britannia Community Centre celebrates IYBD with local artists Helen Spaxman and Claire Brown. Make one for the tree and one to Reconciliation in Action take home. Free drop-in workshop. All Share, learn and eat! This is an opportunity materials supplied. for Indigenous and non-Indigenous Sat 12:00-4:00pm Jun 8 community members to share a meal Napier Greenway Free 16th Annual Corn Festival and discuss issues that are important to them. Endangered Indigenous languages, Enjoy a taste of Latin America in East Van adaptation to climate change, mental Great Movies at Britannia and join the annual corn harvest fiesta. health, and much more. Feel free to The Britannia Great Movies series Celebrate the importance of corn to the bring something to share. No registration takes place weekly on Sunday evenings peoples of Latin America and their efforts required. in the 55+ Centre. Different movies are to protect the biodiversity of traditional featured each week. All ages welcome. corns. Try delicious Latin American food, Sun 12:00-3:00pm Jun 23, Jul 21 enjoy music and dancing. All free family Aug 18, Sep 22 Check out the line-up at britanniacentre.org. No movies in Jul and Aug. Series resumes fun. Presented by the Canada El Salvador Oct 20 Action Network. FAR Free in Sep. Sun 6:00-9:00pm Jun, Sep Sun 12:00-5:00pm Sep 1 55+ Centre Free Gym D Free
4 www.britanniacentre.org See page 2 for registration information Special Events 19th Annual Artful Sundays 13th Annual Arts & Health The Solstice/ Britannia Community Centre will Exhibition and Gala Showcase Equinox host an outdoor, visual arts market in Exhibition May 27-Jun 1 Coffee House the Napier Greenway (Napier St @ Series Commercial Dr) on four Sundays this Gala Showcase summer. The market features the work of Sat 10:00am-3:00pm Jun 1 A hidden gem of entertainment that local artists, live music, artist workshops, Lunch 10:30am-1:00pm happens four times a year on or close to demonstrations, and more! Artist Roundhouse $12* the two Equinoxes and two Solstices. If applications are available in the Britannia 181 Roundhouse Mews you haven’t checked out the Coffee House Information Centre or email Coordinator Series at Britannia, you’re in for a treat! Katherine Polgrain at [email protected] Cedar Bracelet Workshop NEW for more information. Mon 1:30-3:00pm May 27 4th Annual Summer Sun 12:00-5:00pm Aug 11, 18, 25 Roundhouse Free* Napier Greenway & Sep 1 T.Devries Solstice Coffee House Free *Pre-register at Roundhouse 604.713.1800 Celebrate the beginning of summer with local live music, refreshments, and Honk! BC more! The evening will feature music by Dalannah Gail Bowen & Michael Creber, Free, non-profit, community music festival Caroline Allatt, the Q Choir, and storyteller/ driven by the energetic performance of poet Ursula Twiss. street bands in public spaces. Honk! bands are acoustic and mobile. Completely Sun 7:00-9:30pm Jun 23 volunteer-organized, HONK! festivals are a 55+ Centre Free part of a global renaissance of community street band culture. For three days in 4th Annual Fall Equinox Vancouver parks and streets, 15+ bands will deliver music and celebration that is Coffee House accessible to all. www.honkbc.org Come celebrate the beginning of the Fall season, featuring local live music, poetry, Sat 12:00-5:00pm Aug 10 the arts, refreshments, and more! Grandview Park Free Sun 7:00-9:30pm Sep 22 55+ Centre Free Art Gallery Exhibitions Britannia Artist Grant 2020 July 3 - August 2 To assist community artists with their Opening Reception: Wed, July 3, 6:30-8:30pm artistic goals. Applicants must live/work in the Grandview-Woodland or Strathcona Understory Embodied: The Poetics of neighbourhoods. For more information, the Internal Landscape pick up an info sheet at the Info Centre, Graphite and oil painting images by email program coordinator Katherine Camille Sleeman. Encaustic and fibre art mediums by Katrina Grabner. Polgrain at britanniaartistgrantprogram@ gmail.com, or visit www.britanniacentre. org/services/arts_and_culture/britannia- artist-grant-program. Application Deadline is Dec 31, 2019.
Save the Date! 36th Annual Britannia Christmas Craft Fair Vendor applications are available online at britanniacentre.org or at the Britannia Info Centre. Email: [email protected] for more information. Vendor application August 7 - 30 deadline: Sep 1 at 4:00pm. Opening Reception: Wed, August 7, Fri 3:00-8:00pm Nov 15 6:30-8:30pm Sat/Sun 10:00am-4:00pm Nov 16-17 Gym D $2 entrance/Free for 12 and under* Precious Rocks *All proceeds from admission go to inner Paintings and photography by city children’s programs. Elizabeth Varty.
The Britannia Art Gallery is located in the Britannia Public Library
Britannia Information Centre: 604 718 5800 ext. 1 www.britanniacentre.org 5 Licensed Child Care Centres Child Care Mission Statement To provide a range of safe, stimulating, and nurturing child care programs that respect and embrace each child and family. Licensed Child Care Summer Programs These camps are for children 5-12yrs. Britannia Child Care: Summer Fun Program O.R.C.A (Outdoor Recreation and Creative Arts) Each week children will experience exciting and enriching activities at parks, outdoor trails, beaches, pools, and other city attractions. Children will be hiking, biking, running, jumping, dancing, and playing while also creating fun art projects, doing fascinating science projects, exploring world culinary arts, and performing theatre arts. Special guests will visit and show inspiring activities. We will provide breakfast and afternoon snack. Children bring their own nut-free lunches. 1661 Napier Street Lorraine Evans: 604.718.5843 Toddler, Daycare, & Fee: $150/wk, $550/mo Mon-Fri 7:30am-5:45pm Preschool Programs Eagles in the Sky Summer Day Camp Britannia Preschool (3-5yrs) Jul 2-5 Something to Celebrate 1661 Napier St Jul 8-12 Bottles, Jars and Cartons Lorraine Evans 604.718.5843 Jul 15-19 Wet and Wild Spaces avail. in the PM class for Sep 2019 Jul 22-26 What Now? 3 day class AM: Jul 29-Aug 2 Chill Out! Mon/Tue/Wed 9:00-11:30am $260 Aug 6-9 I Scream For Ice Cream 3 day class PM: Aug 12-16 Crazy Whacky Days Mon/Tue/Wed 12:30-3:00pm $260 Aug 19-23 Are We There Yet? 2 day class AM: Aug 26-29 Backwards Days Thu/Fri 9:00-11:30am $185 2 day class PM: #103B-1950 E Hastings St Thu/Fri 12:30-3:00pm $185 Kinga Batko: 604.230.1885 5 day class AM/PM: Fees: $65/dy Mon-Fri $445 $175/wk $600/mo Eagles In The Sky ‒ Eaglets Mon-Fri: 7:30am-5:45pm Daycare (2.5-5yrs) 485 Semlin Drive Suzy Liguori 604.718.5856 Grandview Terrace Summer Program Hours: Mon-Fri 7:30am-5:45pm Jul 2-5* Science Week 2075 Woodland Drive Fee: $985 per month, snacks provided Jul 8-12 Beach/Swimming Week www.grandviewchildcare.com Lunch: $4 per day (Tue-Thu) Jul 15-19 Sports Week Alejandra Uribe: 604.718.5846 Jul 22-26 Drama & Arts Fees: $150/wk Grandview Terrace Child Care Jul 29-Aug 2 Waterworks *$120/4 day wk 2075 Woodland Drive Aug 6-9* Nature Week $555/mo Alejandra Uribe 604.718.5846 Aug 12-16 Multicultural Week Mon-Fri: 7:30am-6:00pm Daycare ages 3-5yrs Aug 19-23 Animal Week Hours: Mon-Fri 7:30am-5:45pm Aug 26-30 Friendship Week Fee: $905 per month, snacks provided Lunch: $70 per month Lord Nelson Summer Program Mount Pleasant Child Care Jul 2-5* Barn Yard Palooza 2235 Kitchener St Jul 8-12 Artful Antics Latisha Buksh: 604.718.5863 960 East 7th Avenue Jul 15-19 Exploration Gold Rush Fees: $155/wk Wade Forbes 604.718.5844 Jul 22-26 If kids were KINGS *$125/4 day wk Toddler Program 18mo-3yrs Jul 29-Aug 2 Imaginarium Mon-Fri: 7:30am-5:45pm Hours: Mon-Fri 7:30am-6:00pm Aug 6-9* MACH 1 Fee: $926 per month, snacks provided, Aug 12-16 Fun and Fit includes lunch Aug 19-23 Beach Baby Daycare ages 3-5yrs Aug 26-29* Water Palooza Hours: Mon-Fri 7:30am-6:00pm Fee: $876 per month, snacks provided, includes lunch
6 www.britanniacentre.org See page 2 for registration information Preschool and Children Ballet/Jazz Sportball Parent and Child Music & Dance Jump, skip and twirl! In this class children T-Ball (2-3yrs) will learn a variety of ballet exercises and Let’s play ball! Participants are introduced the basic fundamentals of jazz dance while to fundamental concepts of baseball. With developing their own creative expression. the guidance and support of their sportball This is a closed class. However, in the coach, parents and children zero in on final week of the session we invite parents T-ball skills like throwing, catching, batting to stay for a presentation of what we form, running bases, and fielding. No class have been learning. Parent participation Aug 4. required for 2-4 year old classes. www.kirbysnelldance.com Sun 9:30-10:15am Jul 7-Aug 18 Brit Oval $90/6 sess Sat Jul 6-Jul 27 224647 CFEC $50/4 sess 223603 9:30-10:10am (2-4yrs) Music Together® (0-5yrs) 223604 10:15-10:55am (2-4yrs) Sportball T-Ball (4-6yrs) Summer music in the sun! Experience 223606 11:00-11:40am (3-4yrs) Big league fun! Sportball T-ball introduces Music Together® and find out how much 223605 11:45am-12:25pm (3-4yrs) fundamental concepts of game play and fun music can be! Learn how to share the 223608 12:30-1:10pm (4-6yrs) teaches the basic skills required to play joys of music-making and the powerful 223607 1:15-2:00pm (4-6yrs) ball with confidence in a supportive, non- benefits of having music in your child’s life. competitive environment. Coaches zero Our 9 award-winning music collections and in on skills like throwing, catching, batting research-based curriculum supports parents form, running bases, and fielding in fun, at home and keeps the music making alive Physical Activity exciting, skill-focused play. No class Aug 4. all week! In our mixed age class, each Sun 10:15-11:15am Jul 7-Aug 18 child participates at their own level and Brit Oval $90/6 sess their natural musicality is nurtured through 224648 singing, dancing, listening, watching, and exploring musical instruments. The whole family is welcome — parents, grandparents, Axe Capoeira (3yrs+) caregivers — for this important family music We offer ongoing classes for children, experience. Parent participation is required. youth and adults (see p.14). Classes Siblings attend at a reduced tuition rate and cover all aspects of Capoeira: martial arts, children 6 months and under attend free dance, music acrobatics, culture, and with a registered sibling. The $60 Music language. Classes focus on developing Together Licensing fee is non-refundable rhythm, reflexes, balance, coordination, after the first class. strength and flexibility. Registration Thu Jun 27-Aug 1 includes unlimited participation in training Rink Mezz Patrice $126/6 sess as well as dance and music classes 223619 9:30-10:15am (Youth have unlimited participation in 223618 10:30-11:15am Traditional Kung Fu (6yrs+) adult scheduled classes as well). Drop-in 224268 11:30am-12:15pm Sifu Marquis Lung and Instructor Vicky Ma is $20 (you must go to the pool cashier will teach you Northern Shaolin traditional at Britannia to pay and bring the receipt Piano (6yrs+) & forms, weapon forms, sparring and self- to the Instructor). Classes are located defence. It will help you gain physical at 1739 Venables. For more information Clarinet (10yrs+) and mental strength, and develop self- check out www.axevancouver.com. *Wed Get ahead and continue your music studies confidence and discipline. Membership fee classes take place in Gym C. this summer, or try a new instrument and of $1 per month for the Northern Shaolin enjoy a lifetime of making music! These Lung Chi Cheung Association is included Preschool (3-6yrs) lessons consider students’ development in the fee. Note: Class meets twice a week Mon/Wed 6:00-6:45pm Jul and goals. Conservatory exam preparation on Monday and Friday. No class Jul 26 224615 1 class/week $60/mo is available. Lesson costs shown below and Aug 5. 224616 2 class/week $80/mo are for 30 minutes, but 45 and 60 minutes per week are available to more advanced Beginner Mon/Wed 6:00-6:45pm Aug students at the discretion of the instructor. Mon/Fri 4:30-5:45pm Jul 5-Aug 9 224613 1 class/week $60/mo Private lessons are for beginner to senior CFEC $83/9 sess 224614 2 class/week $80/mo levels. Prior to registering, new students 224650 M.Lung must contact the instructor for a lesson time Children/Youth (7-18yrs) at [email protected]. Clarinet players Intermediate must bring their own instrument. Phone-in Mon-Thu 5:00-6:00pm Jul/Aug or in-person registration only, no online. Mon/Fri 4:30-6:15pm Jul 5-Aug 9 224610 $170/2 mo Please call 604.718.5800 ext 1. CFEC $92/9 sess 224651 M.Lung Fri 6:00-8:30pm Jul 5-Aug 2 Preteen Centre $120/5 sess 223623 Advanced Sat 9:00am-4:30pm Jul 6-Aug 3 Mon/Fri 4:30-6:30pm Jul 5-Aug 9 Preteen Centre $120/5 sess CFEC $101/9 sess 223624 J. Oye 224649 M.Lung
Britannia Information Centre: 604 718 5800 ext. 1 www.britanniacentre.org 7 Daycamps Britannia Gymnastics Summer Camp 2019 Children 6-12yrs will be jumping for joy after a week of jam-packed gymnastics fun. Our exciting camps will keep your children busy and active while introducing them to all four Olympic events. Gymnastics camp will be instructed by our fantastic coaching staff. Children should bring a snack, lunch, water, sunscreen, and a hat. Drop your children off at Gym C at 9:30am and pick up at 3:30pm sharp. Parents and caregivers are invited to join us every Friday at 3:00pm for “Camp Fire” where each group of gymnasts will display all of the amazing skills they have learned during the week. We look forward to seeing your little gymnast this summer. Program will take place in Britannia’s Gym C. Check www.britanniagymnastics.com for updates.
224624 Week #1 Jul 2-5 9:30-3:30pm $200 224627 Week #4 Jul 22-26 9:30-3:30pm $225 224625 Week #2 Jul 8-12 9:30-3:30pm $225 228336 Week #5 Jul 29-Aug 2 9:30-3:30pm $225 224626 Week #3 Jul 15-19 9:30-3:30pm $225
Britannia Gymnastics Camp 2019 Early Drop-off/Late Pick-up This year we will be offering early drop-off and late pick-up options for our gymnasts. No gymnastics will be taught during this time — children will engage in light activities. Children must be enrolled in the daycamp to register for the early drop-off and late pick-up options. Registration for early drop-off and late pick-up will begin on June 4, 2019 (9am on-line and in person, 1pm over the phone) for those who have successfully registered into the Britannia Gymnastics Summer Camp.
Early Drop-off 224628 Week #1 7:30-9:30am $35/wk 224629 Week #2 7:30-9:30am $45/wk 224630 Week #3 7:30-9:30am $45/wk 224631 Week #4 7:30-9:30am $45/wk 228337 Week #5 7:30-9:30am $45/wk Late Pick-up 224635 Week #1 3:30-5:30pm $35/wk 224634 Week #2 3:30-5:30pm $45/wk 224633 Week #3 3:30-5:30pm $45/wk 224632 Week #4 3:30-5:30pm $45/wk 228343 Week #4 3:30-5:30pm $45/wk
Celtic FC Summer Soccer Academy 2019 The Celtic Football Club is delighted to be working in partnership with Micro Footie to provide the opportunity for boys and girls of all abilities to attend our soccer camp in Vancouver. Our academy coaches will be flying in from Glasgow specifically for the Micro Footie camp. Each day will follow soccer related themes designed by our very own Celtic Soccer Academy Coaches, allowing each player to develop their technique through individual and group practices. Player levels/ages will be grouped on the first day of camp.
Celtic Full Day Camp 224641 Jul 8-12 9:00am-3:00pm Empire Field NORTH at Hastings Park $299 (includes shirt)
Celtic Half Day Camp 224640 Jul 8-12 9:00am-12:00pm Empire Field NORTH at Hastings Park $199 (includes shirt)
Britannia Micro Footie 2019: Thanks to our community donors for their support!
8 www.britanniacentre.org See page 2 for registration information Daycamps Bike Club Summer Camp Summer at the HUB Learn road skills and the many ways bikes Tech n’ Rec Focus Camps build community while exploring East Van Each camp has 3 or 4 hours of instruction by bike! Camps are open to young people in a chosen area. The other time is 7-12yrs. No bike? No problem. Loaner reserved for quality recreational periods bikes available upon request. Register at where students can enjoy games in the pedalpower.org/programs/#youth-programs gym, arts and crafts, and theatre sports. A or at Our Community Bikes (604.879.2453). half hour lunch is scheduled. Bring a lunch Mon-Fri 9:00am-3:00pm $25-250* and water bottle. For detailed blurbs on Session 1 Jul 8-12 each Tech n’ Rec focus camp, please pick Session 2 Jul 22-26 up registration form at the Britannia Info *Sliding scale, no one turned away. Centre. For more information, please call Funseekers Daycamp (6-12yrs) 604.713.8273. Drop-off and pick-up in Gym A/B. Register online, in-person, or by There are many activities and out-trips phone 604.718.5800 ext 1. planned for the Summer Funseekers program! Come out to learn new skills, meet new friends, or simply have FUN! Swim, Ages 7-9yrs skate, learn arts and crafts, play group Mon-Fri 9:00am-3:30pm $75/sess games, go on out-trips and more! Special *Tue-Fri 9:00am-3:30pm $60/sess emphasis will be placed on the introduction 227011 *Jul 2-5 Claystation of the Equitas program “Play it Fair,” which 227012 Jul 8-12 Robotics is designed to promote human rights, 227013 Jul 15-19 Fibre Arts inclusion, anti-discrimination, respect for 227014 Jul 22-26 STEM Building Preteen Adventures diversity, and the peaceful conflict resolution Daycamp (10-14yrs) among children. Register early to avoid Ages 10-13yrs Spend the week out and about, discovering disappointment. Please provide lunch, Mon-Fri 9:00am-3:30pm $75/sess what Vancouver and the surrounding area snack, and water daily. Parents are required *Tue-Fri 9:00am-3:30pm $60/sess has to offer. Be prepared for an action to complete consent forms. 227021 *Jul 2-5 Science & packed week of out trips, activities, and Cancellation Policy: $5 administration fee Nature FUN. Please provide lunch, snack, and will be charged for each camp a refund is 227022 Jul 8-12 Mini Chefs water daily. A hat and sunscreen are requested for. Refund requests must be 227023 Jul 15-19 Robotics & recommended for each day. Parents are made a minimum of one week (7 days) prior Coding required to complete weekly consent to program start. No refunds after this time. 227024 Jul 22-26 Fibre Arts forms every Monday. Adventure Camp Mon-Fri 9:00am-3:00pm $99/5 sess Cancellation Policy: Minimum 1 week notice *Tue-Fri 9:00am-3:00pm $80/4 sess required to for a refund. A $5 admin fee will Gym D Leadership Camp be charged per week. (11-16yrs, by referral) Mon/Tue/Thu/Fri 11:00am-5:00pm 224141 Jul 2-Jul 5* Playland “Never doubt that a small group of Wed 9:00am-3:00pm 224142 Jul 8-Jul 12 Watermania thoughtful, committed people can change Teen Centre $125/5 sess 224143 Jul 15-Jul 19 Castle Fun Park the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that *$140/ sess (1 night overnight Jul 24-Jul 25) 224144 Jul 22-Jul 26 Sandcastle ever has.” - Margaret Mead. What does Competition leadership mean to you? How does a 224151 Jul 8-Jul 12 224145 Jul 29 -Aug 2 Terra Nova Park leader develop their own voice? How does Playland, Watermania, Bouldering 224146 Aug 6-Aug 9* Playland a leader engage in the community? How 224147 Aug 12-Aug 16 Buntzen Lake does a leader empower themselves and 224152 Jul 15-Jul 19 224148 Aug 19-Aug 23 Aldergrove Pool others? This camp will explore the concept Castle Fun Park, Second Beach Pool, 224149 Aug 26-Aug 30 Watermania of leadership and what it means to be Skimboarding a leader through engaging curriculum. Summer 2019 registration is currently Leadership is an incredibly powerful tool 224153 Jul 22-Jul 26* ongoing. To register, please contact us for life-skill development, plus it’s FUN! Camp Capilano Overnight, Kits Pool, Bowling at 604.718.5800 ext. 1, visit us online at Mon-Fri 9:00am-3:30pm britanniacentre.org, or register in person. Britannia Secondary Free 224154 Jul 29-Aug 2 Playland, Terra Nova Park, Science World Camp 1.0 (Grade 6-8) 227027 Jul 2-5 224155 Aug 12-Aug 16 Jul 15-19* Skimboarding, BBQ @ Buntzen Lake, Rock Climbing
Camp 2.0 (Grade 8-10) 224156 Aug 19-Aug 23 227028 Jul 8-12 Castle Fun Park, Aldergrove Pool, Bowling Jul 15-19* 224157 Aug 26-Aug 30 *Please note: Week 3 from Jul 15-19 we’ll be Rock Climbing, PNE (admission only), planning and implementing our community Watermania outreach project.
Britannia Information Centre: 604 718 5800 ext. 1 www.britanniacentre.org 9 Youth Free Youth Swim Teen Centre (11-18yrs) Summer Drop-In Hours Contests, prizes, games, and crazy staff! Wed/Thu 5:30-9:30pm Britannia’s youth only swim time is on Fri/ Sat 6:00-10:00pm the first Friday of every month. Be ready to swim by 8pm. No swimsuit required... Register for all Teen Centre programs at the it’s not what you’re thinking. Swimsuits, Teen Centre. For more info call 604.718.5828, or clean, recently washed clothing can be Facebook @BritanniaTeenCentre. worn. No shoes. Fri 8:00-10:00pm Aug 2, Sep 6 *Please note: A signed parent consent form Britanna Pool Free is required for many of our programs. If you Latin Cooking (11-18yrs) have any questions or concerns please call us at 604.718.5828. Big Screen Movie Night Learn to cook food from various Latin countries. Participants will also learn how (13-19yrs) The Teen Centre is a place in the to make healthier food choices and to community dedicated to youth. All youth Nothing on TV? Head over to the Teen shop on a low budget. Quieres aprender a from 13-18yrs are welcome. Youth, Centre and watch movies with your friends cocinar comida de varios países Latinos. volunteers, and staff work together to plan while having some snacks. FREE! Ven y aprende como escoger productos the activities and programs. Join our youth Wed 7:00-9:00pm Jul 3-Aug 28 que sean saludables y aprende a gastar committee to set direction for our youth menos. programs. Thu 5:00-8:00pm Jul 4-Aug 29 Beach BBQs 55+ Centre Free The Teen Centre is a place to: Join us for Beach BBQ Days. We’ll hit up • Meet people local beaches to play some sports, BBQ, Summer Daycamp Volunteers • Get information or support and hang out—Spanish Banks, Jericho, (16yrs+) • Share your ideas and English Bay. Completed consent form • Have fun required. Britannia Funseekers are looking for • Experience new things motivated youth 16yrs+ to get involved Thu 5:00-9:00pm Jul 11, Jul 25 by volunteering with children 6-12yrs in Feel free to pick up your copy of our Teen Centre Aug 15 a fun and supported setting. It’s a great summer activities calendar at the Teen Free leadership opportunity and a way to give Centre. If you do not see something you back to the community. Spend the weeks are interested in doing in our brochure don’t Youth BBQs swimming, doing arts and crafts, playing hesitate to get involved—join in and make it Every Friday in the summer, the Teen games, learning about children’s rights, happen! Centre will host a free BBQ. Hot dogs, going on out trips and many other FUN chips, juice, snacks. Stop by, grab some activities! Teen Centre Staff: Alicia, Barry, Kya, Chiho, food and play some pool, foosball, and Minimum 3 week commitment required Joe, Kakada, Tom, Manuel, Mark, Nick, video games. and must complete a police record check. Stephanie, Ali, Luke. Fri 6:30-8:30pm Jul, Aug Reference available upon completion. Teen Centre Free Please contact Tom at 604.718.5826 or [email protected]. Friends First Biking the Seawall For youth new to Canada and youth that Summer Out Trips Thu 5:30-9:00pm Jul 18 $10 are interested in helping others settle into The Britannia Youth Program runs a series Playland Vancouver. The program will provide social of out trips in Jul and Aug. We have way Wed 10:00am-5:00pm Jul 24 $10 and recreational opportunities as well as too many activities to list them all here! Pick deal with current issues, provide job skill up our more detailed summer pamphlet at BC Lions Game training, and certifications. There may be the Teen Centre now. Pre-registration is Sat 3:00-8:00pm Jul 27 Free some minor fees for out trips and special necessary and parents must sign consent workshops. forms. Youth will be accepted on a first-come Playland Thu 10:00am-5:00pm Aug 8 $10 Please contact Stephanie at 604.718.5829 first-serve basis. Participants are encouraged for more info. to plan ahead and bring any things that they The Hive Bouldering think they might need for the trip they’re Fri 1:00-5:00pm Aug 9 $10 Sat 12:00-5:30pm Ongoing going on. Some examples would be: a hat, Free sunscreen, water, food, money for food, etc. Cultus Lake Register at the Teen Centre. The cost of the Sat 9:00am-5:00pm Aug 10 $10 Britannia Youth outings should not prevent any youth from participating, so let staff know. Castle Fun Park Committee Mon 10:00am-5:00pm Aug 12 $10 We are looking for youth who want to be involved! Give back to the community, Watermania PNE (admission only) initiate and follow through on community Thu 11:00am-5:00pm Jul 4 $2 Tues 11:00am-5:00pm Aug 20 $5 programs and projects. Contact Tom at Go Karting BC Lions Game 604.718.5826 for more info. Fri 5:30-8:30pm Jul 12 $10 Sat 6:00-10:00pm Aug 24 Free *Dates and locations subject to change.
10 www.britanniacentre.org See page 2 for registration information Youth Sports Day Trips Indoor Soccer Weather appropriate clothing and (11-18yrs only) footwear required. Bring a lunch, water, snack, sunscreen, towel and change of Tue 5:30-8:00pm Jul 2-Aug 27 clothes as you will get wet. Do not bring Gym D Free any valuables. Consent forms required. Register at the Teen Centre 604.718.5828. BC Wheelchair Basketball (16+) Deep Cove Kayak and Hike to Fri 6:45-9:00pm Jul 5-Aug 30 Quarry Rock Gym D Free Start with an easy walk up to Quarry Rock, with amazing views of Vancouver, the Basketball Drop-in scenic surroundings off in the distance, (16-24yrs) and the tiny boats below. Then learn to kayak in picturesque Deep Cove. With its Sun 12:00-1:50pm Jul 7-Sep 1 peaceful waters, Deep Cove is one of the Gym D Free best places anywhere for kayaking. Jul 4 10:00am-5:00pm $20/1 sess Trojan Horse Amateur Boxing Introduction to Skimboarding (13-19yrs) (10yrs-adult) Buntzen Lake Canoe Day Trip See page 14 for full details. Our instructors will teach you the proper technique of “throwing” the board and Join us for a fantastic trip as we explore skimming across the sand, and can even the beautiful widerness areas along Great Escape Outdoors (GEO) introduce basic manoeuvres such as Buntzen Lake in Belcarra. The park “180s” and “shuvit”. The possibilities are features mountain views, beaches, and We offer a variety of outdoor activities for clear water. youth 13-18yrs and suitable for almost endless and are only limited to a rider’s any level of fitness. It’s a great way to imagination and creativity. Cost includes Jul 15 10:00am-5:00pm $5/1 sess explore our incredible surroundings, learn transportation, and a 2 hour lesson and rental. Additional time after will be spent new things, and meet great people. We Indian Arm Canoe Day Trip provide all necessary equipment, food, hanging out at Jericho Beach. Bring a transportation, and guides/instructors, lunch, snack, water, sunscreen, and swim We’ll paddle up the Indian Arm fjord, unless otherwise stated. Any overnight clothes. Completed waiver forms required. exploring coastal areas and islands along trip has co-ed leaders and at least one Meet at the Teen Centre. the way. We’ll stop to eat lunch at Jugg staff trained in Wilderness First Aid. The Thu 11:00am-5:00pm Jul 18 Island Beach. cost of the outings should not prevent any 225799 $40/1 sess Jul 29 10:00am-5:00pm $5/1 sess youth from participating, so let staff know. Fri 11:00am-5:00pm Aug 16 Activities may include indoor rock climbing, 225800 $40/1 sess snowshoeing, and snow tubing. Pick up a CHILL (10-18yrs) monthly calendar to get a complete listing. CHILL provides opportunities for Register at the Teen Centre 604.718.5828. underserved youth to build self-esteem Arts and life skills through board sports. Stand Re: State, Re: Frame, Re: Move Up Paddleboarding (SUP) is used as a tool Camp Sasamat (13-18yrs) Over 2 weeks we’ll build a community to motivate youth to accomplish goals they Partnering with other City of Vancouver of young artists who work collectively never thought they could, while teaching youth programs, spend two nights and toward a theatrical performance through them important life lessons. three days participating in workshops and brainstorming, movement explorations, We give youth the opportunity to make activities, including high ropes course and cooperative and improvisation games. turns that forever change lives. The challenge, kayaking, canoeing, and rock We create inclusive and fun spaces, where weekly themes — patience, persistence, climbing. We will be staying in cabins youth are encouraged to engage their courage, responsibility, respect and pride at Camp Sasamat on the waterfront in imagination, take risks, connect, express, — provide an opportunity for kids to relate Port Moody. Youth will be challenged and collaborate to devise a physical their experiences to different aspects to participate, discuss and share in all theatre piece. All youth with a passion or challenges they encounter in their activities. We will be using activities from for artistic expression and movement everyday lives. the “Play it Fair” and “Speaking Rights” are encouraged to join — no experience This program is intended for youth who toolkit which promotes the values of necessary! children’s rights, followed by a discussion have never had the opportunity to SUP of what they felt, thought, and learned. Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm Aug 12-Aug 23 before. Participants are provided with Register at the Teen Centre 604.718.5828. Rink Mezz $99/10 sess everything they need to learn to paddle for 227218 Lana/Brynn free: lessons, transportation, and head- Tue-Thu 9:00am-5:00pm Aug 27-29 to-toe gear. Participants are required to Camp Sasamat $175/1 sess commit to all six weeks of the program. Meet at the Teen Centre at 8:00am and Summer Camp Cancellation Policy return to the Teen Centre at approx A $5 administration fee will be charged for each camp a refund is requested for. Refund 2:00pm. requests must be made a minimum of one week (7 days) prior to the program start. No Dates TBD Free refunds after this time.
Britannia Information Centre: 604 718 5800 ext. 1 www.britanniacentre.org 11 Youth Friends First/Grupo de Evento gratis de Nadar/ Latin American Amigos (13-18yrs) Free Youth Swim Youth Program Meet youth your age and learn at the Fri/Vier 8:00-10:00pm Aug 2, Sep 6 same time. The Friends First Buddy Gratis/Free Programa de Jovenes Latino program provides you with social, Americano recreational, and educational skills. We The Latin American Youth Project offers meet every Saturday and we participate in opportunities for Latino youth 13-18yrs, various activities from 12:00-5:30pm. For ranging from organized recreational more information and to register, contact programs to advocacy and referral Stephanie 604.718.5829. services. For further information please • Outings/Salidas contact Stephanie, the Latin American • Team Building Games/Juegos Youth Worker, at 604.718.5829. • Arts and Crafts/Arte y artesanía Ven a conocer jóvenes de tu edad y de El proyecto de jóvenes, Latino Americano varios países. El programa de Friends le ofrece a la comunidad una variedad First te da la oportunidad de participar en de actividades, proyectos, y eventos. Los diferente actividades todos lo Sábados. siguientes programas son para jóvenes Para más información llame a Stephanie latinos de 11 a 18 años y son gratuitos al 604.718.5829. Subsidios disponibles Volunteer Work/Trabajo en su mayoría. Para más información y para registrarse llame a Stephanie al Sat/Sabados 12:00-5:30pm Voluntario (13-18yrs) 604.718.5829 o por correo electrónico a Do you need volunteer hours for school? [email protected]. The Teen Centre and the Latin American Youth Project offers many opportunities to get envolved! Phone us or drop by the Latin American Teen Centre. Youth Council (13-18yrs) Necesitas trabajo voluntario par para tu Buscamos a jóvenes que estén graduación? El proyecto de jóvenes ofrece interesados en formar parte en nuestro muchas oportunidades en las que puedes comité para iniciar nuevos programas practicar las cosas que a ti te gustan y a la y actividades para nuestra comunidad vez hacer tus horas de voluntariado. Para Latina. El comité de jóvenes dará apoyo más información llame al 604.718.5829. a nuestra comunidad iniciando nuevos proyectos y eventos para jóvenes y familias en la comunidad Latina de Vancouver. Nos reunimos el último viernes de cada mes en el centro comunitario de Britannia. Fri/Viernes 5:00-7:00pm Kickstand Co-ed Indoor Soccer/Futbol de Bike Club Youth Drop In Salon (13-18yrs) Bike Club is a free drop-in bicycle Free drop-in soccer for youth with a Go mechanics program for people aged 12- Card! New players welcome, must be 19yrs. Each week starts at 3:30pm with under 18yrs. a half hour bike mechanics workshop on Futbol de salón gratis con el carnet de la a different topic and open shop hours run escuela-Go Card, participantes de 18 años from 4:00-6:00pm where youth can either y menor solamente. work on their own bikes with our support Tue/Martes 5:00-7:00pm or volunteer for shop projects to build Gym D/Gimnasio D Free/Gratis their skills and gain credits that they can Cocina Latina/Cooking exchange for used parts. Program During Bike Club youth are invited to drop in to: Learn to cook food from various Latin countries. Participants will also learn how • Participate in the Earn a Bike program. to make healthier food choices and how to • Volunteer for shop projects. shop on a low budget. Families with youth • Get support servicing their bicycles. and children are welcome! • Hang out, eat snacks, and check out the ¿Quieres aprender a cocinar comida de Kickstand space. varios países Latinos? Ven y aprende a cocinar y como escoger alimentos que Questions? Contact Sarah at sean saludables y económicos. Familias [email protected] con jóvenes y niños son bienvenidas! Tue 3:30-6:00pm Thu/Jueves 5:00-8:00pm 1739 Venables Free 55+ Centre Free/Gratis Kickstand Community Bikes
12 www.britanniacentre.org See page 2 for registration information Adults Arts Music Dance Watercolour Painting The Drive Street Band Salsa Cubana & Rueda De Study watercolour painting techniques by We are a community music band who play Casino Beginner exploring the medium’s full potential. Learn songs ranging from swing, jazz, Latin, and No experience necessary. Singles and to use water, paper, colour, and brushes old time songs to original compositions. couples welcome. This will be your to create an endless variety of tones and We welcome anyone interested in joining introduction to Cuban Salsa. We will start atmosphere in your painting. Supplies are this band, regardless of age or musical with the basic steps, at first in a line but not included, supply list available upon experience. Some music reading ability soon you will be using what you have registration. $25 drop-in. All levels welcome. is helpful (high school level is sufficient). learned in the circle-formation known www.atashzad.com. The only stipulations are that you need a as a Rueda. We will quickly progress Wed 7:00-9:00pm Jul 3-Aug 21 good attitude and an instrument that you to passing followers from one leader to Rm 210 $156/8 sess can take out to the streets. Led by Cory the next, to turns and to moves such as 223635 M.Atashzad Sweet and Mike Allen. $2-5 donation at Vacilala, Casate, Sombrero, etc. The rehearsals. Britannia membership required. basics of Merengue, Bachata and other Acrylic Painting Sun 3:00-5:00pm Jul 7-Aug 25 Latin steps are taught during warm-up. 55+ Centre 8 sess Upon completion of the program, the Enjoy and relax with acrylic painting as an 223634 A.Sweet By donation instructor will assess the student’s level expressive and vibrant medium. Learn how and determine if they can move up to the to use the brushes to achieve a variety of next level. techniques including blending, glazing, Carnival Band lifting, wet on wet and over dry to create Looking for an excuse to dust off that horn Tue 8:00-9:30pm Jul 9-Aug 27 different textures and brush strokes on (accordion, glockenspiel...) in the back CFEC $140/8 sess your artwork. We will focus on beautiful of your closet, dress up, and play in the 223629 K.Reyes Pena landscapes, flowers, and figures. Supplies street? Looking for a way to bring a little are not included, supply list available upon music and colour to your community? The registration. $25 drop-in. All levels welcome. Open Air Orchestra Society invites you Salsa Cubana & Rueda De www.atashzad.com to our street band workshops, led by the Casino Beginner/Intermediate Wed 5:00-7:00pm Jul 3-Aug 21 incomparable Ross Barrett, Tim Sars, and Singles and couples welcome. We will Rm 210 $156/8 sess various guest instructors. All levels/ages review the moves learnt in the Beginner 223601 M.Atashzad welcome — stop by just to listen and dance class and learn new moves such as La if you like! Suggested donation is one Ye Simple, La Ye, Sombrero Complicado, hour’s wage per month or $5/pay-what- Tornillo, Pelota, Setenta, etc. The basics you-can. Britannia Membership required. of Merengue, Bachata and other Latin No session Aug 5. steps are taught during warm-up. Upon Mon 7:30-10:00pm Jul 8-Aug 26 completion of the program, the instructor 55+ Centre 7 sess will assess the student’s level and 223610 T.Sars By donation determine if s/he can move up to the next level. No class Aug 5. Beginner/Intermediate Wed 7:30-9:00pm Jul 10-Aug 28 CFEC $140/8 sess 223630 K.Reyes Pena
Intermediate Ayacuchan Embroidery for Mon 7:30-9:00pm Jul 8-Aug 26 Beginners (14yrs+) CFEC $125/7 sess This type of embroidery comes from a 223631 K.Reyes Pena specific part of Peru, Ayacucho. A millenary craft that has been done between women Salsa Cubana & Rueda De Q Choir passing the knowledge along across Casino Advanced generations, it uses bright and colourful The Q Choir (formerly Vancouver Eastside wool or thread in mostly floral designs. It Choir), is a non-auditioned, queer-oriented Singles and couples welcome. In this is best used in cushion covers, but it can group of Vancouver singers conducted by class, you will learn some complex be applied to almost any surface (denim, Elyse Kantonen. The choir meets each variations of moves, such as Caramelo, dresses, purses, sneakers, etc). It is easy week to sing together in an inclusive and Malanga, Camina, A lo Cubano, Setenta to learn, creating new shapes and mixing supportive learning environment. We y Vírate, Despeinala, El Salao, Bombero, colours while you learn more patterns. Relax perform regularly throughout the Sept-June etc. as well as moves involving 2 couples. while we try different traditional techniques, season. Choir experience is an asset, but Pre-requisite: Previous experience, empowering and uniting along the way. beginners are welcome — you just need to successfully completed Intermediate Salsa Choose from several different kits at the first love to sing! We are LGBTQAI2S+ centered Cubana Rueda class, and consultation class, including base fabric and wool/thread. but open to everyone. Please email with the instructor before beginning the Additional materials can be purchased from [email protected] for more course. the instructor. information and to reserve your space. Thu 7:30-9:00pm Jul 11-Aug 29 Sun 12:30-4:30pm Jul 7, Jul 14 Thu 7:15-9:15pm Sep 5-May 29 CFEC $140/8 sess Rink Mezz $100/2 sess 55+ Centre $150/5 mo 223628 K.Reyes Pena 225969 V.Valdeiglesia E.Kantonen
Britannia Information Centre: 604 718 5800 ext. 1 www.britanniacentre.org 13 Adults Basketball Volleyball – Beg/Inter Physical Activity Adult recreation basketball program. No Basics are emphasized. Register for drop-ins. No class Aug 4. this program to guarantee a spot to Sun 2:00-4:00pm Jul 7-Aug 25 play every week. A total of 36 spaces Gym A $35/7 sess allotted. Each person can purchase up 224621 S.Yan to 2 drop-ins per night (no phone-ins please). $6/drop-in, space permitting. Thu 7:15-9:45pm Jul 4-Aug 8 Gym A/B $30/6 sess 224652 B.Chu
Volleyball – Inter/Advanced We work on specialized game play. If you have the basics please join us. Register for this program to guarantee a spot to play every week. A total of 36 spaces allotted. Each person can purchase up to 2 drop- Axe Capoeira (3yrs-Adult) Ki Aikido ins per night (no phone-ins please). $6/drop-in, space permitting. We offer ongoing classes for children and This non-competitive and positive defensive youth (see p.7), as well as adults. Classes practice develops calmness, stability, and Tue 7:15-9:45pm Jul 2-Aug 6 cover all aspects of Capoeira: martial confidence to reduce the stresses of daily Gym A/B $30/6 sess arts, dance, music acrobatics, culture, life. We work with partners and learn to 224653 B.Chu $6/drop-in language. Classes focus on developing develop mind-and-body coordination, stay rhythm, reflexes, balance, coordination, relaxed and centred, extend our minds, and Trojan Horse Amateur Boxing strength and flexibility. keep a light posture in dynamic movement. (10yrs-adult) Registration includes unlimited Beginners can take one free class participation in training as well as dance before deciding to register. Learn classic boxing techniques from Head and music classes (youth have unlimited www.canadiankifederation.org Coach Bill Kennedy. Full size ring, punch/ speed bags, circuit training, mitts and participation in adult scheduled classes as General Class well). Drop-in is $20 (you must go to the gloves. Great way to improve your fitness. Pool Cashier at Britannia to pay and bring All levels, including Beginners. During the group sessions, your training the receipt to the Instructor). Classes are No class July 31. will be personalized to your specific skill located at 1739 Venables. Wed 7:30-9:30pm Jul 3-Aug 14 and ability. Recreational athletes will be Mat Rm $36/6 sess required to fill out Park Board Waiver forms For further information check out 224638 W.Nagata $10/drop-in prior to participating. Competitive athletes www.axevancouver.com. *Wed classes must fill out a Combsport waiver form and take place in CFEC. High Grade Class and Practice pay a $75 annual insurance fee (cheque Adult (19+) payable to Combsport will be collected by 1st Kyu or more advanced students. the Bill prior to starting). Classes unlimited 224609 Jul/Aug $240/2 mo No class Jul 29, Aug 5. — come train as much as you like! Boxing Mon 7:30-9:30pm Jul 8-Aug 12 room is located beside Gym C. No class Mat Rm $20/4 sess Jul 1, Aug 5. 224639 W.Nagata $6/drop-in Ball Hockey – Women Note: First time participants, pay $20 drop The focus is on fitness and fun — all skill in. After this, participants will be expected levels welcome. Teams divided according Salsa Fit to pay the $75/month fee. to skill level at beginning of game. Bring An invigorating and energizing cardio Mon-Fri 5:00-7:00pm a black and a white t-shirt to split into combining high/low impact aerobics with Sat 2:00-4:00pm teams. Sticks provided, or bring your a salsa flare, great music, and lots of fun. 224623 Jul $75/mo own plastic wood composite. Shin pads, Includes a muscular strength component and 224622 Aug $75/mo gloves recommended. $6/drop-in space stretching. Please purchase drop-in tickets at permitting. pool office $39.40/10 tickets. Yogaflex Sun 4:15-6:00pm Jul 7-Jul 28 Sat 10:00-11:00am Jul 6-Jul 20 Gym D $20/4 sess Gym D $4.75/drop-in This flowing yogaflex class will focus on 224620 224646 D.Galay core strength and how to get connected with it. The core work will be incorporated ZUMBA® Fitness into yoga postures. This class ends with deep stretching and relaxation. You will Zumba® fuses Latin rhythms and easy to follow moves to create a dynamic workout leave feeling supple and strong. Please system designed for everyone at any fitness level. We use the fitness principles of interval visit www.clstevensfitness.com for more and resistance training to maximize caloric output, fat burning, and total body toning. It information. Please bring your own mats combines Salsa, Cumbia, Merengue and more, giving you a feel happy workout that is to this class. $12/drop-in. No class Aug 4, great for both the body and the mind. We also integrate weights and abdominals into the 11, 18. end of the program. Drop in $11, space permitting. Check out: www.zumbavancouver.ca. No class Aug 5. Sun 10:15-11:15am Jul 14-Aug 25 CFEC $32/4 sess 227610 Mon 6:00-7:15pm Jul 8-Jul 29 Gym D $32/4 sess 224654 CLS Fitness 224655 Wed 7:00-8:15pm Jul 3-Jul 31 Gym D $40/5 sess
14 www.britanniacentre.org See page 2 for registration information Adults Canning Kits to Lend Foods The Grandview Woodland Food Grandview Woodland Food Connection has canning kits available to Connection (GWFC) is lend to community members wanting to dedicated to supporting can at home. Kits include 21 quart canner, healthy food access for all. canning rack, jar lifter, funnel, and lid lifter. In partnership with Britannia Community Centre, the GWFC is pleased to offer a range of community food programs. Canning 101 Food preservation is a skill as old as For more information about any GWFC eating. In this workshop we’ll discuss how programs or if you’re interested in people kept food from antiquity to today. Aman Meditation getting involved, call Ian at 604.718.5895 Learn about safe canning techniques or visit: www.gwfoodconnection.com while preparing seasonal food for water Aman means “no mind” in ancient bath canning. Then follow in the footsteps Sanskrit language. According to the GWFC FoodFit Program of your ancestors and take home a jar of ancient wisdom of Yoga, we are pure canned food, prepared in community. Toni blissful consciousness, not minds (thought FoodFit is a free 13-week program for processing, conditioning, belief systems, community members who experience Glick learned canning by picking cherries on her grandparent’s farm and watching memories, attachments). With meditation barriers to healthy eating and physical we can gain peace, health, clarity, activity but who are motivated to make her grandma make them into jam. She loves to try new recipes. concentration, confidence and wisdom. lasting changes to their health. The Class may include movements, breathing program combines fun, hands-on cooking Wed 6:00-8:00pm Aug 14 techniques, stillness, contemplation and sessions and food-based activities with Pre-teen Centre $15/1 sess Q+A. take-home recipes, easy-to-understand 228073 nutrition information, group exercise, Sitting props or chairs available. Join shared meals, self-directed individual and regularly to experience the hidden power group goal-setting, and reflection and Creek Daylighting 101 of your own consciousness. feedback that reinforces individual and Did you know that Vancouver is built upon Acharya Aman, is an international author, group progress. FoodFit respects the limits a network of creeks? In this immersive yogi and Jyotish (Indian astrology) of people’s circumstances, and aims to give workshop learn about creek daylighting — counselor. Introductory season is free/ participants simple, useful tools to navigate the process of uncovering buried creeks by-donation in class. Drop-in or register an increasingly complex food environment. — and its role in creating more ecologically for the whole term. Britannia membership balanced cities. Participants will gain a required. For more info contact: greater understanding of the global creek [email protected]. $5/drop-in. daylighting movement, its emergence in Sun TBD Jun 30-Aug 25 Vancouver, and its ecological, economic CFEC $36/9 sess and social benefits. Workshop includes 223602 A.Aman a neighbourhood creek discovery walk and a collaborative art project. Founder of Rewild Vancouver, Michelle Pollard, is an experienced facilitator with a Masters degree in Environmental Studies specializing in planning and design for sustainability. Sat 1:00-5:00pm Aug 10 Wild Salmon Caravan CFEC $30/1 sess Are you interested in helping to protect 228070 wild salmon? The Grandview Woodland Food Connection is a co-partner in the planning of the Wild Salmon Caravan. We Sauerkraut Fermentation Scrabble Club are looking for artists and other community Learn how to make great tasting members interested in creating interactive sauerkraut. This easy to learn method is Scrabble Club at Britannia is hosted by performance, props, costumes, banners, the North American Scrabble club #545 th important in providing good health. Raw etc. For this year’s 4 Annual Wild Salmon sauerkraut is packed with B vitamins, and www.vancouverscrabble.org. All of us Caravan on Sep 29. more nutrients and probiotics that are play for the love of the game, some play required for good digestion and a strong recreationally, others study and travel to GWFC Volunteer Opportunities immune system. Come learn how to make tournaments. Are you interested in community food this easy and affordable health food using If you wish to up your game, we have security and food access for all? Would resources you have around the house. players willing to mentor. We offer new you like to help shape Grandview Woodland Participants will bring their own cabbage players one month of advantages — we’ll Food Connection programming? We are and take away a bucket of kraut. give you the official 2-3 word list to study seeking community members interested in Wed 6:00-8:00pm Aug 21 and use while playing plus free challenges joining our Advisory Committee. We meet Preteen Centre $10/1 sess and no overtime penalties for that month. every two months and seek your advice 228076 $5/drop-in. and support. Other volunteer opportunities Thu 7:00-10:00pm Jul 4-Aug 29 including cooking, school gardening, media, FAR $36/9 sess and communications. 223632 C.Williams
Britannia Information Centre: 604 718 5800 ext. 1 www.britanniacentre.org 15 55 + Older Active Adults Welcome to the Registration Vietnamese Registration for programs begins Tuesday 55+ Centre Jun 4, 2019 at 9:00am in person and Programs Whether you want to register for a class, online. Phone registration begins at We provide settlement services, educational drop-in for lunch of just rest your feet 1:00pm. and informative workshops about federal awhile with a cup of coffee or tea, we and provincial programs for Vietnamese welcome you. seniors. We also raise awareness of issues Registration for all FREE programs begins impacting seniors by providing advocacy Wednesday Jun 5, 2019 at 9:00am in and information about legal, safety, and Drop-in Hours* person and online. Phone registration support resources available to seniors. Mon 10:00am-5:00pm begins at 1:00pm. Tue (Vietnamese 55+ Day) 9:00am-3:00pm Chương Trình Cao Niên Việt Wed-Fri 10:00am-5:00pm Note: When processing registration Nam Sat/Sun 10:00am-3:00pm for free seniors’ programs, we can only *Hours may vary. Closed Stat Holidays Cung cấp miễn phí tất cả các dịch vụ hổ trợ register one person at a time (individual cho cao niên Việt Nam về những chương registration only). trình trợ cấp của chính phủ liên bang và Computer Lab Hours* tỉnh bang. Bao gồm tiền già (OAS) tiền phụ cấp (GIS), nhà cửa (BC Housing), phụ cấp Practice your skills, research, and use the SEA (Seniors, Elders and internet. tiền nhà cho cao niên (SAFER), thẻ xe bus Advocates) Committee (Bus Pass), thẻ bơi (OneCard). Wed-Fri 11:00am-4:00pm Sat/Sun 1:30pm-3:00pm We meet on the 3rd Wednesday of Chương trình cao niên Việt Nam họp mặt every month to discuss what matters to vào mỗi ngày thứ ba hằng tuần.từ 9:00 seniors and older adults in our community. sáng đến 3:00 giờ chiều tại Nhà Cao Niên 55+ Programming Inclusion, representation and participation của Trung Tâm Britannia. Chương trình Anne Cowan - 604.718.5837 of seniors and Elders is of the utmost tạo điều kiện cho các cao niên Việt Nam Kya Prince importance as we discuss programs gặp gỡ chia sẻ và hổ trợ tinh thần, tham and services to offer the community that dự những buổi nói chuyện phổ biến những are relevant, needed and valued. New thông tin mới về quyền lợi và sức khỏe Vietnamese Programmer members are welcome and encouraged. dành cho cao niên; tổ chức các chương Luong Ho - 604.718.5818 Wed 3:30-5:00pm Jul 17, Aug 21 trình vui chơi, du ngoạn… 55+ Centre Free Để biết thêm chi tiết, xin gọi Luong Ho 224385 604.718.5818.
Indigenous Book Club Computer & Internet Interested in reading Indigenous stories Beginners and authors? Join us on the 2nd Thursday The YMCA of Greater Vancouver is of the month to discuss great Indigenous offering FREE 1.5hr workshops throughout literature with other like-minded readers. the Lower Mainland to help increase Pick up books at the Britannia Library and participants comfort level with current register at the Britannia Info Centre. technology including computers, tablets, Thu 2:00-3:30pm Jul 11, Aug 8 and smart phones. Participants will learn Library Free* about engaging with computers and 228517 internet, using email, web browsing, search *Please register in advance. engines, online databases, and how to Ukulele For Absolute NEW access emerging technologies. The goal Beginners Class of this program is to increase participants Lunch Drop-In digital literacy, improve their internet safety, No experience needed. Ukulele provided. Drop in for some social time and a full and increase computer skills. Tuesday classes take place in Rink Mezz, meal. No need to register ahead. No lunch Mon 10:00am-12:00pm Jul 8-29 Thursday classes in 55+ Centre. Aug 5. 55+ Centre Free* Tue/Thu 10:30am -12:30pm Jul 2-Aug 15 Mon/Fri 12:00-1:00pm Jul 8-Aug 30 228559 *Please register in advance. 224440 J.Belanger Free* 55+ Centre $5/drop-in *Please register in advance. Pot Luck Lunch 55+ Book Club Bring a little something to share on the last Join us for cozy afternoon discussions on Thursday every month. Join in with our the 3rd Wednesday of each month. Pick Thursday Crafting group after lunch! up your book at Britannia Library. Thurs 12:00pm Jul 25, Aug 29 Wed 2:45-4:45pm Jul 17, Aug 21 55+ Centre $5/drop-in Library Free* 224436 224441 *Please register in advance.
16 www.britanniacentre.org See page 2 for registration information 55 + Older Active Adults Weaving Our Community Together WOCT Wednesday Elders Group Enjoy cultural crafting, peer support, and sharing with Indigenous and non-Indigenous Elders and others. Wed 1:00-4:00pm Jul 3-Aug 28 55+ Centre Free 228552
WOCT Thursday Elders Craft Collective Following in the footsteps of Traditional Grandmothers, we are sharing traditional artistic skills and cultural knowledge with all the generations. Afternoon crafts, food, and sharing. Everyone welcome. Thur 1:30-4:00pm Jul 4-Aug 29 55+ Centre Free* WOCT Events & Gatherings 224405 Please register for each event. If you would like to take our bus to *Please register in advance. an event, meet in the 55+ Centre prior to the starting time. Pole House Post Raising with VSB 228555 WOCT Monthly Gathering Fri Jun 21 9:30am-12:00pm Drumming, singing, dinner, and ceremony. Takes place on the VSB Office, 10th & Granville Free third Tuesday of every month. Tue 5:00-7:00pm Jul 16, Aug 20 UBC Indigenous Garden Picnic 228556 55+ Centre Free Mon Jul 8 10:00am-4:00pm 228554 TBD Free
Elders Gathering @ Convention Centre* 228557 WOCT Indigenous Men’s Drum Circle Tue/Wed Jul 23-24 TBD Drumming, singing, smudge, and cultural stories. *Youth volunteers must register with Kya or Daniel in the 55+ Centre. Tue 5:00-7:30pm Jul 2-Aug 27 55+ Centre Free Stanley Park Cultural History Walk 228558 228553 Fri Aug 9 10:00am-3:00pm
Dance Line Dancing (Vietnamese) Chinese Folk Dance This program is free for active 55+ Traditional Chinese folk dancing lessons. Vietnamese community members to enjoy. Everyone Welcome! No drop-ins. This is a joint program with REACH. For Thu 10:00am-12:00pm Jul 4-Aug 29 more information, contact Luong Ho at CFEC Free* 604.718.5818. 224399 H.Lin Lớp line dancing miễn phí được tổ chức * Please register in advance. chung với cơ quan REACH. Dành cho quí vị tuổi từ 55 trở lên tham dự. Lớp hướng dẫn các điệu nhảy line dancing vui nhộn Classical Chinese Dance và nhẹ nhàng. Xin liên lạc Luong Ho Classical Chinese dance uses body 604.718.5818. language to express graceful movements Social Ballroom Dance Fri 1:00-3:00pm Jul 5-Aug 30 to music. This is a great way to enjoy This dance class is for people 55+ years, 55+ Centre Free music, exercise, and learn Chinese culture! 229366 No class Jul 14, Aug 18. and is supportive for beginners and those with previous dance experience. Our Sun 2:00-4:00pm July 7-Aug 25 Instructor has 20+ years of experience Line Dancing CFEC $20/8 sess teaching ballet and contemporary dance. 227548 V.Ng Emphasis is placed on correct body The class is filled with fun, light musical alignment and muscle use. The exercises movement, lots of laughs, and is a great way to exercise and socialize. Morris Men Dance you learn are gentle, safe and progressive. Meet some wonderful people and have an Tue 10:00am-12:00pm Jul 2-Aug 27 Enjoy various styles of English traditional enjoyable time in an expressive and artistic CFEC $20 “Morris Dance” and music. This program is way. No drop-ins. 224391 intergenerational and runs all year round. If you are interested, drop-in to register. Fri 2:00-4:00pm Jul 5-Aug 23 CFEC Free* Tue 7:30-9:30pm Jul 2-Aug 27 224398 Rink Mezz Free *Please register in advance. 224400
Britannia Information Centre: 604 718 5800 ext. 1 www.britanniacentre.org 17 55+ Centre 13th Annual Arts & Health Exhibition and Gala Showcase Health & Fitness Fall Previews... Exhibition May 27-Jun 1 Featuring: Quirk-e and HATTA HATTA: Hat Weaving Arts & Health Project Gala Showcase Sat 10:00am-3:00pm Jun 1 Together with Haida artist Giihlgiigaa Todd Lunch 10:30am-1:00pm DeVries, elders and others gather weekly Roundhouse $12* in a supportive environment of community 181 Roundhouse Mews engagement and cultural learning. Applications for the September 2019 Cedar Bracelelet Workshop NEW session are being accepted now. Contact Mon 1:30-3:00pm May 27 Anne or Kya at 604.718.5837. Roundhouse Free* Thu 1:30-4:00pm Ongoing T.Devries CFEC Free *Pre-register at Roundhouse 604.713.1800 Hatha Yoga 50+ T. DeVries Whether you’re brand new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, if you’re 50 or over Summer Bus then this all-levels yoga class is for you. Safety and a pain-free practice is a priority. Yoga can improve your flexibility, mobility, Tours balance, bone density, and strength. In Bus Tour Participant Pick-up outside the addition to physical health benefits, yoga Pool. has a calming effect on the mind and nervous system. Joan has been teaching yoga for 10+ years, practicing yoga for 17+ Westminster Abbey years. Drop-in/$13. No class Aug 5, 12. Westminster Abbey is a beautiful Mon 2:00-3:15pm Jul 8-Aug 26 and peaceful place, with magnificent CFEC $60/6 sess architecture and stunning stained glass. 224636 Joan $13/drop-in Take this opportunity to see and hear about the monk’s unique way of life. Tue 8:30am-4:45pm Jun 25 Osteofit 210063 $99/1 sess A gentle strength, balance, and Activity Level: Easy coordination program designed to improve Quirk-e fitness and promote healthy bones. This Quirk-e is the Queer Imaging and Riting program focuses on improving individual Kollective for Elders experimenting with Mystery Tour functional ability and quality of life, and language, printed text, graphics, digital This fun and entertaining magical mystery reducing the risk of falls and fractures. It imagery, spoken word, and performance. tour takes you to unknown destinations is taught by a specially trained Osteofit Quirk-e is off for the summer and resumes filled with clues, prizes, and props! A fitness instructor. Drop-in/$13, space Sep 11. Call 604.718.5837 for applications. must see attraction, a great lunch and permitting. No class Aug 5. Wed 2:45-4:45pm Resumes Sep afternoon mystery stops included. Use Mon 11:00am-12:00pm Jul 8-Aug 19 Free the clues correctly and win a variety of CFEC $60/6 sess prizes including a free Enjoy Tours Day 224403 B.Bahrami Trip! Package includes: mystery attraction, lunch, mystery stops, prizes. Only 6 spots available so register early! Badminton 55+ Wed 7:45am-5:00pm Jul 10 An easy relaxing way to have fun and 224439 $109/1 sess stay fit. No class Jul 29, Aug 3, Aug 5. No Activity Level: Easy Drop-ins. Mon/Wed Gym A 9:45-11:15am Jul 10-24 Sunflower Festival Gym C 11:20am-12:35pm Aug 7-28 and British Sweets 224619 $10 Enjoy five acres of giant sunflowers twelve feet tall and show gardens featuring Tue/Thu fifteen varieties of sunflowers at the Gym A 9:45-11:15am Jul 9-25 Reconciliation in Gym C 11:20am-12:35pm Aug 6-29 Chilliwack Sunflower Festival. Take a trip Action at Britannia: down memory lane for lunch (included) at 224617 $10 Dickens Sweet Shop and British Museum. Elders Participating in Community (EPIC) Sat invites others to join them in a gathering Fri 8:15am-4:30pm Aug 9 Gym A 2:00-4:00pm Jul 6-27 with Cultural teachings and Crafts. 228551 $89/1 sess Gym C 12:00-2:00pm Aug 10-24 Everyone welcome to participate. Activity Level: Easy 224618 $10 Tue TBD Sep 24 55+ Centre Free
18 www.britanniacentre.org See page 2 for registration information Fitness Centre Hours of Operation Facility Orientations Mon-Fri 6:30am-9:55pm Let us help you reach your fitness goals. Whether you need instruction, motivation, or 55+ ONLY Fri 9:00-10:00am support, our highly trained staff are here to help you succeed. Enlist one of our staff to get Sat 12:00-7:55pm you started in the Fitness Centre with an orientation to our fitness equipment and a starter WOMEN ONLY Sat 9:00am-12:00pm fitness program. Please call ahead to make an appointment for a fitness orientation Sun 10:00am-7:55pm 604.718.5842. TGD2S* ONLY Sun 8:00am-10:00am *trans, gender diverse, Two Spirit 30 Minute HIIT Get a high intensity interval training workout on your lunch hour, with time to spare. In- Free for Britannia Members person registration only, starting at noon. 5 participants max. Tue & Fri 10:00am-12:00pm Wed 12:15-12:45pm Jul 3-Aug 28 FC M.Roma $6.10/drop-in Statutory Holiday Hours July 1 Canada Day 1:00-5:00pm Weight Training for Women – Beginner Aug 5 BC Day 1:00-5:00pm Learn the safe and effective components of a weight training workout and develop a Sep 2 Labour Day 1:00-5:00pm fitness program suited to your personal needs and goals. Britannia membership and pre-registration required. Sat 10:00-11:30am Jul 6-27 Flexipass Membership FC $35/4 sess Enjoy flexible and affordable recreation 228740 V.Henderson with our no-contract all-access pass. Purchase a monthly Flexipass at any Park Weight Training for Women – Intermediate Board fitness centre and receive unlimited access to 15 fitness centres, 9 indoor For those who would like to build on skills learned in the introductory course or build pools, 4 outdoor pools, and 8 ice rinks. For on their current training program. Our instructor will guide you through alternative more information visit vancouverparks.ca. workout techniques to ensure continued progress toward your goals. New and more challenging exercises will make the most of your workout time and keep you motivated. Britannia membership and pre-registration required. Completion of Beginner class is Outside Trainers recommended. This type of special admission is Sat 10:00-11:30am Aug 3-24 for personal trainers, occupational FC $35/4 sess recreational therapists, physiotherapists. 228741 V.Henderson Both trainer and client must pay for admission to the Fitness Centre. A training fee of $6.41 per client also applies.
Supporting a participant? Attendants get free access. The Fitness Centre and Pool gives free access to attendants required to assist persons with disabilities needing support to swim or exercise in the Fitness Centre. Support is defined as assistance of a physical, psychological, emotional, intellectual, or sensory nature to ensure that the patron is able to participate.
Pool and Fitness Centre Fees 2019 (GST not included) Drop-In 10 Visit Pass 1 Month 3 Month 12 Month Britannia Flexipass Flexipass Flexipass Membership Adult (19-54) $6.10 $49.60 $47.11 $127.00 $406.98 $3.00 Youth (13-18) $4.27 $34.72 $32.98 $88.90 $284.89 $1.00 Child (6-12) $3.05 $24.80 $23.56 $63.50 $203.44 $1.00 Senior (65+) $4.27 $34.72 $32.98 $88.90 $284.89 $1.00 Britannia-Only $4.05 $34.72 $32.98 $88.90 $284.89 $1.00 Senior (55+) Family Drop-in Rate = 1 to 2 adults of the same household and their children under 19 years of age. Minimum $6.44 admission.
Leisure Access Fitness Centre Admission Rate is 50% off adult admission and flexipass. Prices are subject to change without notice.
Britannia Information Centre: 604 718 5800 ext. 1 www.britanniacentre.org 19 Aquatics General Information Lengths Aquafit The 25 metre main pool features a one- The pool is divided into 25 metre lanes Drop-in water exercises to music. metre diving board, a slide, and a rope (slow, medium and fast). Anyone 16 years Individuals work to their own ability. swing. Relax in the on-deck whirlpool, and older who is capable of swimming Classes are designed to build strength, steam room, or the sauna in the change the length of the pool is welcome. Note: flexibility and cardio fitness. Mild, moderate, room. For those with young children, we patrons under 16yrs must speak to one shallow, and deep water classes are also have a warm, shallow Leisure Pool of the lifeguards prior to attending these offered. Classes are led by certified with a variety of spray features. sessions. instructors. Pool Cashier Office* 604.718.5831 Pool Programmer 604.718.5830 Parent and Tot Range of Motion (ROM) *Pool office closes 30 min before the pool. Open during all public swims, the leisure Drop-in water exercises to music. pool is for soon-to-be mothers and parents Individuals work to their own ability. This is Statutory Holiday Hours with young children five years and under. a gentle, no impact shallow water workout July 1* Canada Day 1:00-5:00pm to enhance joint mobility. Participants must Aug 5* BC Day 1:00-5:00pm be independent in the water to participate. Sep 2* Labour Day 1:00-5:00pm Public Swim Classes are led by certified instructors. *No swimming lessons Swim, dive, splash, and have fun! All are invited to join in the activities. Two lanes Youth Swim (11-18yrs) Admission Policy for Children are usually set aside for length swimmers. Please check pool schedule below for The first Friday night of every month is Children under 8yrs of age must be lengths times. The leisure pool is open reserved from 8:00-10:00pm for youth to accompanied in the water by a responsible during this time for soon-to-be mothers swim and play with their friends. No public person who is 16yrs or older and within and parents with young children. use of steam room or whirlpool. Free arm’s reach. admission.
July 15 – August 31, 2019* During some public swim sessions only part of the pool is available. The pool may be shared with aquafit, lessons, day camps or swim club. The parent and tot pool is not open to the public during lesson times. Schedule is subject to change without notice. *Annual Pool Maintenance and Closure Period: June 23 - July 15th.
Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Lengths Swim 6:30-9:55am Lessons & Lengths Lengths (1 lane only) 10:00-10:55am Range of Motion Aquafit Range of Motion Aquafit Range of Motion 9:00am-12:55pm (ROM) 9:00-9:45am (ROM) 9:00-9:45am (ROM) Parent & Tot 9:00-9:45am 9:00-9:45am 9:00-9:45am 10:00-10:55am Lengths 1:00-1:55pm Lessons & Lengths (1 lane only) Public Swim 10:00am-3:30pm 11:00am-2:25pm Public Swim 2:00-4:55pm
Inflatable Fun Public Swim Lessons & Lengths FREE Lessons & Lengths FREE Lessons & Lengths 2:30-4:55pm (1 lane only) Public Swim (1 lane only) Public Swim (1 lane only) Aug 3 3:30-5:25pm 3:30-4:55pm 3:30-5:25pm 3:30-4:55pm 3:30-5:25pm Lengths 5:30-6:25pm Lengths 5:00-6:25pm
Public Swim 6:30-7:55pm Public Swim 6:30-7:55pm
Lengths Lengths Lengths Lengths Public Swim Annual Pool Maintenance (1 lane only) (1 lane only) (1 lane only) (1 lane only) 8:00-9:55pm 8:00-9:00pm 8:00-9:00pm 8:00-9:00pm 8:00-9:00pm and Closure Period: YOUTH ONLY June 23 - July 15th. Aquafit Aquafit Aquafit FREE Swim 8:00-9:00pm Deep Water 8:00-9:00pm 11-18yrs 8:00-9:00pm 1st Friday of month *The parent & tot pool is not open Adult Lessons Adult Lessons Adult Lessons 8:00-9:55pm to the public during scheduled 8:00-8:40pm Adult Lessons 8:00-8:40pm 8:00-8:40pm lengths or lesson times. 8:00-8:40pm Aug 2 Schedule is subject to change Lengths (2 lanes) Lengths (2 lanes) Lengths (2 lanes) (no lanes, whirlpool, without notice. 9:00-9:55pm Lengths (2 lanes) 9:00-9:55pm 9:00-9:55pm or steam room 9:00-9:55pm available)
20 www.britanniacentre.org See page 2 for registration information Aquatics Private/Semi Private Swim Assessments Red Cross Teen/ Lesssons (all ages) If you are unsure of which level to register One-on-one/one-on-two with a swimming in, we offer FREE swim assessments during instructor for a set of lessons to improve our public swims. If your child is under 8yrs, Adult Lessons specific swimming skills. Instructors may we require a parent/guardian to be in the vary from week to week. water during the assessment. Basics 1 (13yrs+) Private: $30.50/Semi-Private: $20.50 Learn front and back float, front and back glide with kick, front swim for 10 metres, shallow water entries and exits, and deep- Lesson Registration Red Cross water activities (assisted). No previous Online and in-person registration for swimming experience required. No class swimming lessons and programs at all Lessons (0-13yrs) Aug 5. pools, for all age groups, starts Tuesday Wed 6:20-7:00pm Jul 17-Aug 21 June 25, 2019 at 9:00am. If you are 228708 $66.24/6 sess already participating in a class, you are Red Cross Parent encouraged to wait until you receive a & Tot (4-36mo) report card on the last day of class to Basics 2 (13yrs+) Starfish, Duck & Sea Turtle: Introductory register for the next set. It’s important to Learn back swim with shoulder roll, front register in the correct level. Those who classes for babies/toddlers and their parent or caregiver to begin experiencing buoyancy and back crawl (15m), sitting dive, kneeling have registered in the wrong class may be dive, stride dive and front dive, treading asked to withdraw from the class. Please and movement and start developing skills in swimming, glides, and floating. water, and swim a minimum distance of bring the most recent report card to the 25 metres. Prerequisite: Some swimming first day of lessons. All lessons must meet experience and can perform front swim 10 minimum space requirements to run. Red Cross Preschool (3-5yrs) metres comfortably. No class Aug 5. Sea Otter, Salamander, Sunfish, Crocodile, Mon 6:20-7:00pm Jul 15-Aug 19 Refunds & Cancellations Whale: Introductory classes focused 228710 $55.85/5 sess Full refund only given five or more on confidence in the water skills, and business days prior to the start of the intermediate strokes and distances. Swim Strokes (13yrs+) program. If request is received within four Swimmers choose the stroke(s) they wish business days prior to start of the program Red Cross Swim Kids (5-12yrs) to focus on. This is a participation-based or after the first program date (class/ program with individual goals. Prerequisite: lesson), refund of registration fee minus Swim Kids 1-10: Entry level water safety, Able to swim front crawl at least 15 metres the cost of one class is given or transfer to stroke development and confidence in continuously, back crawl 15 metres, and a future session. No refunds issued after the water. As swimmers develop, classes comfortable swimming in deep water. the second date of the program. Fees are focused on challenging them and for one or two-day programs are non- encouraging positive change. Fri 6:00-6:40pm Jul 19-Aug 23 refundable. 228713 $66.24/6 sess Parent & Tot and Children’s Summer Swim Lesson Sets Mon-Fri, Set 1 9:00-10:30am Jul 15-Jul 26 10 lessons
Mon-Fri, Set 2 9:00-10:30am Jul 29- Aug 9 9 lessons
Mon-Fri, Set 3 9:00-10:30am Jul 12-Aug 23 10 lessons
Mon & Wed 3:45-7:00pm Jul 15-Aug 21 11 lessons Fri 3:45-7:00pm Jul 19-Aug 23 6 lessons
Sat 9:00am-1:00pm Jul 20-Aug 24 6 lessons
Sun 11:00am-2:30pm Jul 21-Aug 25 5 lessons
Swim Lesson Fees 2019 6 lessons 9 lessons 10 lessons 11 lessons Inflatable Fun Parent & Tot (30 min. parented) $44.46 $64.74 $63.49 $79.87 Portions of the pool are reserved on select Preschool (30 minutes) $44.46 $64.74 $63.49 $79.87 Saturdays for a water inflatable obstacle course. Regular pool admission fees Swim Kids 1-4 (30 minutes) $39.60 $57.45 $55.30 $70.74 applicable. Sat 2:00-4:55pm Aug 3 Swim Kids 5-10 (40 minutes) $44.46 $64.74 $63.49 $79.87 Adults (40 mins) $66.24 N/A $109.97 $120.57
Britannia Information Centre: 604 718 5800 ext. 1 www.britanniacentre.org 21 Aquatics Britannia Swim SAOIRSE SANKEY MEMORIAL AWARD for Lifeguard Training & Career Development Club Programs This award is presented to local Britannia Youth to support their training and attaining certifications to become employable as lifeguards/swim instructors. Britannia Swim Club (8-18yrs) Join our non-competitive swim club Saoirse Sankey (May 3, 1992 - August 31, 2012) team. We focus on stroke development, spent much of her short life in the waters of endurance, and drills. We also practice Britannia — from blowing bubbles as a “water baby” dives and flip turns. Prerequisite: to years of dedicated service as a swim instructor Swimmers must be at Swim Kids Level 5 and lifeguard. This award honors Saoirse and or higher. Stroke evaluation is available. all those who supported her on this path. Please Register for one or both days. contact the Aquatics Programmer at 604.718.5830, Tue 6:30-7:45pm Jul 16-Aug 20 for more information or to apply. 228733 Thu 6:30-7:45pm Jul 18-Aug 22 228736 Pool and Fitness Committee One day/wk $36/6 sess Lifesaving Two days/wk $44/12 sess New members welcome! This is an advisory committee which provides Programs recommendations to the Britannia Board Britannia Lifeguard Club of Management in the area of Pool and (8-12yrs) Canadian Swim Patrol Fitness Centre programming and facilities. Meetings take place on the last Tuesday A fun club designed for Britannia area (8-12yrs) evening of every other month. Please youth who would like to improve their Provides training for those who are ready contact the Recreation Programmer at swimming, develop lifesaving skills, and to go beyond learn-to-swim and want to 604.718.5830. learn basic first aid. The course is designed learn basic lifesaving skills. Each level of Tue 6:00pm Jun 25 as a starting point for youth who would like the Canadian Swim Patrol program has to develop their swimming abilities and Tue 6:00pm Aug 27 three modules: Water proficiency, First Aid, Conference Room learn about safety in and around the water. and Recognition & Rescue. Prerequisite: Please apply at the pool. Ability to swim in deep water, swim 25 Sat 2:00-3:00pm Jul 20-Aug 24 metres, and tread water for 1 minute. 228732 $50/6 sess Sun 5:00-6:00pm Jul 21-Aug 26 228727 $48/6 sess
Bronze Medallion (13yrs+) Teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles embodied in the four components of water rescue education: judgment, knowledge, skill and fitness. Candidates develop stroke efficiency and endurance in timed swims (500 metres). Includes CPR-A. Prerequisite: 13yrs+ or have completed Bronze Star, ability to swim 100 metres in deep water, and ability Birthday Parties to swim 500m in 15 minutes or less. The Britannia Masters Swim Club Book the parent and tot pool for your Canadian Lifesaving Manual is required. It birthday party! Maximum of 30 people A competitive swimming-style workout for can be purchased at the pool cashier for per party. Register online, in person, or lap swimmers, triathletes, masters and $36. by phone 604.718.5831. You may also open water swimmers who want to take Sun 10:00am-2:00pm Jul 21-Aug 18 arrange to rent a party room through the their swimming to the next level. Your 228725 $202.68/5 sess Community Centre’s Facility Support Clerk coach knows a lot about swimming! Susie at 604.718.5812. grew up as an age group swimmer, was a nationally ranked senior, swam at the Sat 1:00-2:00pm $75 varsity level and competed at Canadian (includes lifeguard fee) Nationals, CIAU Nationals and Canadian Olympic Trials. Registration is required Group Bookings as the program is limited to 15 swimmers max. No class Aug 5. If you would like to bring a group to the pool, we ask that you pre-book as space Tue/Thu/Sat can be limited. To book your group, please 6:30-7:30am Jul 16-Aug 29 call 604.718.5831. 228731 $126/20 sess Mon/Wed/Sat Priority entrance will be will be given to 6:30-7:30am Jul 15-Aug 28 groups that pre-book. 228730 $120/19 sess
22 www.britanniacentre.org See page 2 for registration information Ice Rink Information Playland Day Passes Playland day passes are available for sale at the Information Centre and the pool cashier for $29 each ($9 cheaper than at the gate). Passes are non-refundable and only valid for the 2019 season. Passes are not valid during the PNE Fair from Aug 17-Sep 2.
Schedule Sat/Sun 11:00am-6:00pm May 4-Jun 9 Mon-Sun Jun 14-Aug 16* Sat/Sun 11:00am-5:00pm Sep 7-15 *Visit www.pne.ca/playland for the full schedule. Rink Closure May 21 – October 2019
The Ice Rink will be closed from May 21, 2019 to October 2019 for maintenance. The Coming Soon... rink’s refrigeration system has come to the end of its lifecycle and needs renovations to Italian Day comply with Technical Safety BC requirements. Closure dates are subject to change. We look forward to seeing you in October! Sun Jun 9 Please contact the Rink Programmer, Susy Bando, if you have any questions or comments at 604.718.5836 or [email protected]. Aboriginal Day Fri Jun 21 55+ Centre/Trout Lake
Britannia Co-Ed Hockey Canada Day League Mon Jul 1 Grandview Park Britannia’s Co-ed Hockey League is being offered this year in a shortened Artful Sundays and modified format due to an extended Sun Aug 11, Aug 18, Aug 25, Sep 1 maintenance closure at Britannia Rink Napier Greenway starting May 21, 2019. All games will be played at Sunset Rink. This league is perfect for novice to intermediate players See pages 4-5 for more information. who want to play organized recreation hockey this summer. Games are non- contact, non-aggressive, and fun! Full FREE Fun For hockey equipment is mandatory. Games take place on Saturdays at 6:15pm and All! Recreation 7:45pm. Sat 6:55-7:30pm Jul 6-Aug 10 Programs 7:45-9:00pm $90/6 sess Britannia operates a wide range of Sunset Arena 390 E 51st Ave FREE and pay-what-you-can recreation 228118 programs. The Britannia Board of Management is committed to ensuring Arena Committee that people have access to programs and The Arena Committee meets the 1st that fees are not a barrier to members Tuesday of every month at 6:00pm in the of the Grandview-Woodland/Strathcona Rink Activity Room. There are no meetings Community. in July and August. Look for the ‘Fun for All’ stamp throughout the Brochure to find our free and Upcoming Fall Programs pay-what-you-can programs.
Vancouver Adult Co-ed Hockey League Registration for all FREE programs The 17th season of VACHL has come to an end and we would like to thank the players begins Wednesday June 5, 2019 at who continue to support the league and the staff who are dedicated to making this one 9:00am, in person and online. Phone of the most popular programs in the City. We welcome your feedback and any comments registration begins at 1:00pm. See can be sent to [email protected]. Vancouver Adult Co-ed Hockey League will begin in page 2 for registration information. early September. Registration has begun for the 19-20 VACHL season. To find out more about VACHL and how to register, visit www.vachl.ca.
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A resource centre for parents/caregivers 604.665.2222 Kickstand is a volunteer-run community and their young children to age early 6, www.vpl.ca/location/britannia-branch bike shop that strives to make cycling offering many programs, support and referral more accessible by providing a supportive services. $20 annual membership required. Library Hours do-it-yourself workshop space. 1655 William St, 604.255.9841 Mon 9:00am-6:00pm Fix your bike with the support of our [email protected] Tue/Wed 9:00am-9:00pm mechanics, regardless of your skill www.eastsidefamilyplace.org Thu/Fri 9:00am-6:00pm level. Sat 9:00am-6:00pm Use our tools. Family Drop-In Hours: Sun 1:00pm-5:00pm Closed Jul 1, Aug 5, Sep 2 Buy a refurbished bike. M/W/F 9:00am-12:00pm Buy new and used parts. T/T 9:00am-2:30pm (closed 12-1pm) *Tues 1:00-2:30pm (Baby & Me only, 0-1yrs) Babytime (0-18mo) Donate your old bike or parts. Fee: $3 per visit per family. Tue 10:30am Jul 9-Aug 20 Support the community by Closed Jul 1, Aug 5, Sep 2 volunteering. Family Storytime (18mo-5yrs) Licensed Occasional Childcare Thu 10:30am Jul 11-Aug 22 1739 Venables. Basement entrance on (Mon-Fri, 9:00-11:45am) Commercial Drive. eastvankickstand.org For ages 18 months to early 6yrs, sliding Summer Reading Club (5-12yrs) scale of $5.00 to $6.50/hour. Spaces are Wed 1:30-2:30pm Jul 10-Aug 21 limited and must be booked in advance: Shop Rates & Hours 604.251.1018. Teen Summer Challenge Sliding scale from $1-$15 See branch for details. Mon/Wed/Fri 5:00-9:00pm Parenting Education, Support, Sun 1:00-5:00pm & Resources Teen Hunger Games: Quarter We offer a wide variety of programs. Get Quell Training Women, Gender on the wait list for this fall’s groups such Wed 2:00-4:30pm Jul 24 as: Nobody’s Perfect Parenting, Circle Test your survival and collaboration skills in Queer & Trans of Security, & Family Rhythm, Rhyme + hands-on challenges. May the odds be ever Night Movement. in your favour. 2nd & 4th Tue/mo 6:30-8:30pm Little Sprouts 55+ Book Club Parents/caregivers and their children will 3rd Wed of the month 2:45-4:00pm meet weekly at the Britannia School garden Bike Club Youth Drop-in and have fun learning all about plants and Bike Club is a free drop-in bicycle gardening. Snack provided. Registration Indigenous Reads Book Club mechanics program for people aged 12-19 required. 2nd Thu of the month 2:00-3:30pm years old. Each week starts at 3:30pm with a half hour bike mechanics workshop One-To-One Computer Training on a different topic and open shop hours Kids in the Kitchen Tue/Wed 2:00-4:00pm run from 4pm-6pm where youth can either Children ages 3-5yrs have fun learning how (30min blocks) work on their own bikes with our support to cook a yummy, healthy snack together. or volunteer for shop projects to build Registration required. their skills and gain credits that they can SFU Philosophers’ Café exchange for used parts. Last Wed of the month 7:00-9:00pm During Bike Club youth are invited to drop Parents in the Kitchen in to: Parents volunteer to cook a special dish, Pandora’s Collective • Participate in Earn a Bike. sharing their culture and recipes with the www.pandorascollective.com other families. Honorarium provided. Call or • Volunteer for shop projects. email to find out more. • Get support servicing their bicycles. Word Whips 3rd Tue of the month 6:30-8:30pm • Hang out, eat snacks, and check out the Birthday Parties (1-6yrs) Kickstand space. We offer an affordable, enjoyable and Questions? Contact Sarah at Book Talks [email protected] convenient way to celebrate your child’s 4th Wed of the month 6:30-8:30pm birthday. Call or email for details. Tue 3:30-6:00pm 1739 Venables Free Check out www.eastsidefamilyplace.org for Poetic Pairings Kickstand Community Bikes more Summer 2019 programs and events. Tue 6:30-8:30pm Jul 24
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