2020 Spring + Summer Active Living Guide

SPRING + SUMMER 2020 Active Living Guide Online registration has never been easier! victoria.ca/recreation Welcome to Your Active Living Guide On behalf of the City of Victoria Recreation team, thank you for your support and participation in recreation programs offered within the municipality. We are pleased to offer a diverse range of activities to assist residents with their health and wellness goals. In addition, we have a few special programs being offered this year that I would like to highlight. In recent years, you may have observed the City’s increased focus on protecting and expanding the number of trees on public and private property because of the numerous benets trees provide. For 2020, the City has joined other international cities in the United Nations “Trees in Cities Challenge”. The objective of this program is to promote climate action in urban centres by setting a tree-planting target and encouraging community participation in reaching the goal. We have set a goal of planting 5,000 trees over the year, with at least 500 of these being planted in parks and boulevards. We are looking for support from residents and local groups to plant the remaining 4,500 trees. To this end, we have set up a number of resources to assist residents, including opportunities to learn about tree selection and care as well as an interactive online tracker where you can upload information about the trees you plant. We are also able to accept donations to our tree replacement reserve for future planting on City land, if you are unable to plant your own tree. Please join us and make a tree planting pledge this year. For more information, please visit our web page at www.victoria.ca/treesincities and follow #TreesInCitiesChallenge on social media. This year we have another opportunity to cheer on Team Canada when the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games take place this summer. As you may know, Greater Victoria is home to many national sport organizations and high performance athletes. In 2019, the City was chosen by Canada Skateboard to host qualifying events at Vic West Park, and from June 23–28 we will be welcoming Canada Basketball and ve other nations for the men’s basketball Olympic Qualier tournament at Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre. Along with preparing for action inside the arena, event organizers are currently developing the program for a community festival that will take place in public venues around the region during the month of June. In closing, I would like to afrm our commitment to providing quality programs and services that meet the needs of our community. If you have any questions, concerns or suggestions for future programs please don’t hesitate to let one of our capable staff members know. Best wishes for an active and healthy year, Thomas Soulliere Director, Parks, Recreation and Facilities victoria.ca/recreation Summer Camps Yoga Pro-D Day Camps ..............................................26 Yoga Classes......................................................72 Day Camps.........................................................26 Camp Overview ..................................................27 55+ Licensed Care Camps ........................................28 Cook Street Village Activity Centre Outdoor Camps ..................................................29 Art & Music........................................................76 Sailing Programs ...............................................30 Weekly Schedule ................................................77 Special Interest Camps.......................................31 Cards & Games ..................................................78 General Information Sports Camps ....................................................35 Education & Workshops .....................................79 How to Use This Guide.........................................2 Teen Camps .......................................................36 Health & Wellness ..............................................80 How to Register ....................................................2 Summer Leadership Programs ...........................37 Meals .................................................................83 Accessibility and Inclusion...................................3 Services .............................................................83 Community Centres .............................................4 Preschool Special Events ....................................................84 Community Events ...............................................5 Arts (Creative, Performing & Cultural) ...............38 Sports ................................................................85 Contact Information............................................96 Daycare ..............................................................39 James Bay New Horizons Drop-in & Play Groups ......................................40 Art & Music........................................................86 Crystal Pool and Sports ................................................................42 Fitness Centre Weekly Schedule ................................................87 Cards & Games ..................................................88 Admission Rates and General Information............8 Children & Youth Education & Workshops .....................................89 Session Descriptions .........................................11 Arts (Creative, Performing & Cultural) ...............44 Health & Wellness ..............................................89 Special Events ....................................................11 Drop-in Programs ..............................................45 Meals .................................................................89 Pool Schedule ....................................................12 Home Learners ...................................................46 Services .............................................................90 Swimming Lessons ............................................14 Learn for Life ......................................................46 Special Events ....................................................90 Red Cross Swim (Course descriptions) .............14 Outdoor Recreation ............................................48 Sports ................................................................90 Raquet Sports.....................................................48 Aquatic Programs Sports ................................................................49 Victoria Silver Threads Private Lessons ..................................................18 Youth..................................................................50 Welcome ............................................................92 Child/Teen ..........................................................18 Education Series ................................................92 Leadership & Training ........................................19 Adult 55+ Programs Aquatic Fitness & Therapy .................................21 Arts ....................................................................52 Art & Music........................................................93 Victoria Crystal Silver Streaks Swim Club ..........21 Computers .........................................................53 Health & Wellness ..............................................93 Aquafit Schedule ................................................22 Drop-in Programs ..............................................56 Meals .................................................................93 Fitness Health & Wellness ..............................................57 Road Trips & Rambles ........................................94 Fitness Schedule ................................................23 Learn for Life ......................................................62 Adult Heath & Wellness Services .......................24 Outdoor Recreation ............................................67 Workshops .........................................................68 Spring + Summer 2020 General Information 2 CONNECT WITH US crystalpool@ victoria.ca victoria.ca ConnectVictoria App 250.361.0732 How to Use This Guide The diagram below provides a breakdown of how programs and courses are E-newsletter listed in the Active Living Guide. All information you need to know for registration, victoria.ca/subscribe location, dates, cost and course numbers is highlighted in the sample below. program area @CityofVictoria HEALTH & WELLNESS course name Nordic Walking City of Victoria – course description Learn this popular new way to fitness and improved balance. Local Government Strengthens core muscles as you walk, involves all major muscle groups and reduces stress on joints. A pair of specialized City of Victoria poles is provided, and class goes outside rain or shine so dress accordingly. City of Victoria BC location Fairfield New Horizons Mon Sep 17– Oct 12 10:45 –11:45 a.m. 6/$40 City of Victoria Wed Sep 19 – Oct 14 10:45 –11:45 a.m. 6/$40 Thu Sep 20 – Oct 15 10:45 –11:45 a.m. 6/$40 day dates time cost Thu Thursdays only 6/$40 six classes for $40 Wed, Fri Wednesdays and Fridays $20 one class for $20 Mon–Fri Monday thru Friday How To Register For Crystal Pool and Fitness Centre programs: Register online for Refund Policy: • Online at victoria.ca/recreation Crystal Pool and If you wish to withdraw from a Fitness Centre program it must be done before • By phone at 250.361.0732 the second class for a prorated • In person at 2275 Quadra St. programs 24/7 at refund or credits

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