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General Information
Ottawa South Community Centre recreation programs are operated by OSCA
(Ottawa South Community Association) in partnership with the City of Ottawa Parks,
Recreation and Cultural Services and are not City of Ottawa Programs.
Community Centre Hours
260 Sunnyside Ave
Ottawa, Ontario
K1S 0R7
613 - 247 - 4946
OSCA Office Hours
& Staff
Monday - Friday
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
OSCA Executive Director
Christy Savage
613-247- 4872
[email protected]
OSCA Administrative
Coordinator of Programs and
Communications
Amanda Bednarek
613-247 - 4946
[email protected]
OSCA Youth and Administrative
Coordinator
Alex Tallim
613-247-4946
[email protected]
OSCA Preschool and After 4
Coordinator
Darcy Middaugh
613-247-4946
[email protected]
OSCA After 4 Administrative
Assistant
613-247-4946
[email protected]
OSCA President
Linda Hancock
[email protected]
WINTER 2015
Mon - Thurs: 6:30 am - 9:00 pm
Friday:
6:30 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday:
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday:
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
The Centre Will Be Closed
Wednesday, December 24, 2014
Christmas Eve
Thursday, December 25, 2014
Christmas Day
Friday, December 26, 2014
Boxing Day
Wednesday, December 31, 2014
New Year’s Eve
Thursday, January 1, 2015 New Year’s Day
Monday, February 16, 2015
Family Day
Friday, April 3, 2015 – Good Friday
Monday, April 6, 2015
Easter Monday
IMPORTANT: Please note our refund
policy at the back of the guide.
OSCA Board 2014/2015
Colin Beattie
Ian Beck-MacNeil
Kate Charland
Nick Galletti
Linda Hancock
Marion Haas
Matt Hart
Michael Jenkin
Isla Jordan
Tim Leah
Allen LeBlanc
Brenda Lee
Dana Levac
Neil McCormick
Steve Mennill
Winnie Pietrykowski
Emilie Taman
Table of Contents
Registration Information................ 3
Firehall Fitness Centre ................... 4
Preschool
Parent & Baby Programs ...... 5 - 6
Preschool Drop-off Programs ..... 7
Sportball™ at OOS ..................... 9
Child & Youth
Winter Break Camps ....................9
March Break Camps .................. 10
PD Days ....................................... 11
After 4 Programs ........................ 11
Volunteers ................................... 11
Children & Youth Sports .......... 12
Dance .......................................... 14
General Programs .............. 16 - 18
Adult Programs
Health & Fitness ................. 20 - 22
Yoga & Pilates ..................... 23 - 27
Little Lotus Yoga™.................... 28
Sports .......................................... 28
Adult Art & General Interest
.....................................30 - 31
Vitality 4 Life ......................... 32 - 33
Pottery .................................... 34 - 35
Garden Club ................................. 36
Special Events ....................... 37 - 38
Program Subsidies ........................39
Registration Information & Policies
.........................................................39
City of Ottawa Staff
Centre Director
Janet Conley-Paterson
613 - 247 - 4947
Janet.Conley-Paterson@
ottawa.ca
Program Coordinator
Regis Alcorn
613-247-4947
[email protected]
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Registration Information
Register Early!
It is important to register early in order to guarantee yourself a place.
Last minute registrations may be too late. One week prior to the start of class, enrolment will be reviewed.
Unfortunately, if the minimum required number of participants has not been met, the class may be cancelled.
Please register early!
Registration Dates
Preschool, Child, and Youth
Programs:
Online:
Opens Wed, Dec 10, 8:00 pm
In-Person:
Opens Thurs, Dec 11, 9:00 am
Adult Programs:
Online:
Opens Thurs, Dec 11, 8:00 pm
In-Person:
Opens Fri, Dec 12, 9:00 am
In-Person Registration
260 Sunnyside Ave.
VISA, MasterCard, debit, cash (exact change only) and
cheques accepted.
Pottery Studio Memberships:
Online:
Opens Thurs Dec 11, 8:00 pm
In-Person:
Opens Fri, Dec 12, 9:00 am
Online Registration
www.oldottawasouth.ca
VISA or MasterCard only
A family profile is required to register for all courses and programs. If you have not done so already, please set up
your family profile prior to registration at www.oldottawasouth.ca
How to open/create a family profile:
• Go to oldottawasouth.ca and click on the red button (Register Online)
• Under the “Login” button, click “Create Family Profile”.
• Please enter all information required. A password will be emailed to you.
• Check your email (check junk mail folder if necessary). Note your password and return to the sign in screen (third step
above and click on ‘login’).
• You will need to fill in a registration form for each member of your family. Add the family member first, then open their
profile and fill in the forms attached to the profile.
*It is important that all information required is filled out properly on each form, or you may encounter problems when
registering.
OSCA – Old Ottawa South Community Association
The Board of the Ottawa South Community Association is made up of up to 20 volunteer directors. The Board meets on the
third Tuesday of every month at 7:30 pm at the Firehall (260 Sunnyside Avenue) from September to June. Everyone is
welcome to attend. If you have an issue you would like to bring to the Board please contact [email protected]
OSCA Committees:
Non-board members are welcome to sit on committees.
Please email Christy Savage at [email protected] if interested
• Program • Special Events • Communication • *New* Finance
• Planning & Zoning • Traffic & Safety
Community issues can be brought to our attention by email [email protected]
or by phone (613) 247-4872
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Ottawa South Firehall Fitness Centre (FFC)
“Old Ottawa South’s Hidden Gem”
At the Firehall Fitness Centre, you can try out cardiovascular exercise
machines, free weights, and resistance bands in a quiet, welcoming
environment. It’s a great choice for:
• People of any fitness level.
• Runners looking to stay fit and work on strength training throughout
the winter.
• Parents of children in OSCA programs.
• Anyone looking for an inclusive, judgment-free place to work out.
Not only does regular cardiovascular exercise improve heart health,
increase metabolism, and build muscle, but it has also been shown to reduce stress and improve mood. Using free
weights helps to improve strength and balance and allows you to target specific muscles and muscle groups, while also
strengthening stabilizer muscles such as your abdominals. Resistance bands are another great way to strengthen and
stretch your muscles. Johns Hopkins Medicine calls resistance bands one of the safest methods to increase bone strength
and help prevent osteoporosis.
Cardio machines, free weights and resistance bands can be used by beginners and experienced athletes alike to improve
strength and endurance, burn calories, and achieve health & fitness goals.
The Firehall Fitness Centre is conveniently located in the heart of Old Ottawa South. We encourage parents whose
children are enrolled in programs with us to make use of the fitness centre and enjoy the peace of mind of knowing your
children are close by.
*25% Discount on any Firehall Fitness Centre membership option if any family member is registered in any current seasonal
Ottawa South Community Centre program
* Personal training for non-members is also available. Please contact the Ottawa South Community Centre for rates.
Personal Training for Members
1 hour
$35
5 hours
$170
10 hours
$320
Partner 8 hours
$407
One Month
Four Month
One Year
Drop In
Membership Fees
$40
$130
$300
$8
The room is equipped with
• Five Treadmills • Three Elliptical Trainers • Two Recumbent Bikes • One Rowing Machine • Two Upright Bikes • Free
Weights • Stretching Area
Personal Training
If interested in personal training, please fill out the Personal Training Request Form available at the front desk.
Our certified personal trainers help you move past self-imposed limitations and achieve your goals. Our certified personal
trainers will create a safe and effective individualized program, help direct your progress and observe each exercise to
ensure proper biomechanical principles are followed.
Please Note:
- Must be 16 years or older.
- All new members will need to sign up for an orientation session with one of our certified personal trainers who will
guide you through the proper safe and effective use of the equipment at the FFC.
- Only Ottawa South Community Association personal trainers are permitted to conduct personal training sessions in the
FFC.
- No heavy perfumes or deodorants permitted in the FFC.
- No outdoor shoes.
Please note: The Firehall Fitness Centre is NOT part of the City of Ottawa City Wide Fitness Membership.
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Preschool - Parent & Child
For the following programs, preschoolers come to class with a parent or caregiver.
Parents and children are welcome to enter these programs at any time!
If you begin a program after the first week you may register in person at a pro-rated price.
Playgroup with Coordinator
1 – 3 years
Our Playgroup will offer children, parents and caregivers a
stimulating morning of fun and play, including: crafts, circle
singing and large and small toy activities under the direction
of Coordinator Katherine Boisvert. A mid-morning snack
will also be provided. Parents and Caregivers will supervise
the play of those within their care and enjoy the morning,
while Katherine coordinates all set-up, take-down, snack and
craft preparation. Instructor: Katherine Boisvert.
Location: Ottawa South Community Centre – Michael Jenkin
Hall & Dance Studio
The current Fall 2014 session runs until January 28,
2015. Registration is still possible at a pro-rated price.
Please enquire with a staff at the front desk if you would
like to register for the Fall 2014 session.
Winter 2015
Mondays 9:15 am - 11:15 am
February 2 - June 15 (16 weeks - exception
February 16, March 16, April 6 and May 18) $130
Wednesdays 9:15 am - 11:15 am
February 4 - June 10 (18 weeks – exception March 18)
$146
Mon & Wed 9:15 am – 11:15 am
February 2 - June 15 (34 sessions – exception February
16, March 16, 18, April 6 and May 18) $210
*NEW* Infant Massage
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18 months - 2.5 years with parent/caregiver
This busy program is a real pleaser for energetic preschoolers.
The diverse, fun-filled program offers such activities as free
play, art, songs and more. Then it’s time for gross motor
play in Michael Jenkin Hall. A snack is provided each week.
Instructor: Darcy Middaugh. Location: Ottawa South
Community Centre - Dance Studio/Michael Jenkin Hall
Tuesdays
9:15 am - 11:15 am
January 13 - March 24 (10 weeks - exception
March 17)
$100
*NEW* Hush-a-Bye Babies
Up to one year, with parent/caregiver
The Hush-a-Bye Babies program is relaxed and inviting,
nurturing both child and parent. No props or toys are
needed. Parents discover their own natural resources to
soothe, entertain and engage their baby. Through practice
and repetition, rhymes and songs are learned by heart and
destined to become family favourites. Participate with your
baby in an interactive and fun program that focuses on
teaching parents the traditions of oral language games and
songs. Learn more at www.hushabyebabies.ca.
Instructor: Alice Davidson. Location: Ottawa South
Community Centre – Lounge.
Wednesdays 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
January 7 – March 4 (8 weeks- exception February18)
$105
Photo by Daphne Dumbrille
Infant – 9 months
With a Certified Infant Massage Teacher (CIMT™) you will
have the unique opportunity to bond with your baby through
an age old tradition. During this course, you will learn the art
of touch to enhance the growth and development of baby’s
body, mind and spirit. Infant massage is a rewarding opportunity, promoting well-being and enhancing bonding and
attachment between infants and their caregivers, as well as
bring relief to complaints of colic, constipation, respiratory
disorders and sleeping difficulties. Elaine Breeze has been
teaching Infant Massage to families in the Ottawa area since
2003. Instructor: Elaine Breeze. Location: The Ottawa South
Community Centre- Lounge.
Mondays 10:30 am – 11:30 am
January 12 – February 9 (5 weeks)
$75
Tots of Fun
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Preschool - Parent & Child (cont’d)
Music for Young Children®
Sunrise Program:
(Sunrise One) Ages 2- 4 years
We provide the best quality music education to young
children by blending the pleasure and the joy of music
making with sound instruction. Come meet Buddy Croak,
Teddy, and friends as we sing, play, and learn! Free for
siblings under 20 months. Maximum two children per adult
including sibling. $35 materials fee payable to MYC teacher
at the first class. For more information please contact MYC
teacher Rosanne De Luca at [email protected] or visit
www.myc.com. Location: Ottawa South Community Centre –
Activity Room.
Sunrise One (for beginners)
Thursday 9:30 am - 10:15 am
January 15 - March 26 (10 weeks- exception
March 19)
$125
Sunrise Two (preferred prerequisite: Sunrise One)
Thursday 10:30 am - 11:15 am
January 15 - March 26 (10 weeks - exception March
19)
$125
Drop-in Playgroup
Infants – 5 years
This is a great opportunity to meet other parents or caregivers
while your child or children socialize and play. All activities
are planned cooperatively by the parents and caregivers. A
Firehall staff member will assist with set up and take down.
Registration for the full session is optional. Parents and
caregivers bring their own nut-free snacks. Registration NOT
required, just drop in. Location: Ottawa South Community
Centre - Dance Studio/Michael Jenkin Hall.
Fridays 9:15 am – 11:15 am
January 16 – March 27 (10 weeks- exception March 20)
$4 per drop-in for up to 2 children. $1 extra per drop-in
for each additional child.
$30 in advance for the full session, no charge for additional children. This option requires a family profile and
registration in advance. By registering for this option, you
will be able to access and print a tax-deductible receipt.
*NEW* Saturday Morning
Drop-in Playgroup
Infants – 5 years
Get out of the cold, grab a coffee, and enjoy your Saturday
morning in the Michael Jenkin Hall with your little one. This
new addition encourages parents/caregivers to socialize while
their children wear themselves out. Children aged 5 or under
are welcome to join under parents/caregiver supervision and
play with a variety of gross motor toys. Saturday morning
will never be the same. Coffee and tea are provided.
Location: Ottawa South Community Centre - Michael Jenkin
Hall.
Saturdays 9:30 am- 11:30 am
January 10 – April 11 (10 weeks- exception
February 14, March 14, 21 and April 4)
$4 per drop-in for up to 2 children. $1 extra per drop-in for
each additional child.
Photo by Daphne Dumbrille
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Preschool - Drop Off (child must be toilet-trained)
*NEW* Tickle Trunk
3-5 years
Let your child’s imagination run wild! With a special weekly
theme that is sure to excite your child, Tickle Trunk lets
the children act out in a good way! Week 1 will involve the
children building their very own trunk. Each week following,
children will let their artistic side go wild and create wearable
masterpieces to add to their box. On the last week of the program, children will take their treasure trove home and have a
variety of adorable high quality items to use for dress-up.
Instructor: Katherine Boisvert. Location: Ottawa South
Community Centre- Dance Studio
Mondays 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
January 12 – March 30 (10 weeks- exception
February 16 and March 16)
$125
Jacques et Jill
3-5 years
Our bilingual program is back again and is ideal for parents
eager for their children to be exposed to both of Canada’s
official languages. From cooking to games, songs to art, this
program will offer everyone the opportunity to challenge
their language skills in a fun learning environment. Instructor:
Aletha Phillips. Location: Ottawa South Community CentreActivity Room.
Wednesdays 9:15 am – 11:15 am
January 14 – March 25 (10 weeks- exception March 18)
$95
Triple Play
3 years
This program, designed for three-year-olds, covers all bases.
Each week children partake in a trifecta of activities (artwork,
musical activities, and stories) based on weekly themes.
This is the perfect program for children to learn social skills
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with children their own age in a fun environment. Snack is
provided. Instructor: Darcy Middaugh. Location: Ottawa
South Community Centre – Dance Studio/Activity Room.
Thursdays 9:30 am - 11:00 am
January 15 – March 26 (10 weeks- exception March 19)
$95
Kidz In Sports
3-5 years
Our dynamic sport program introduces sports in a fun, noncompetitive environment. Children run, throw, catch and
jump as they participate in a variety of activities. Darcy
Middaugh will help build confidence in children and promote
an active lifestyle as they develop basic building blocks of
sport.Instructor: Darcy Middaugh. Location: Ottawa South
Community Centre – Michael Jenkin Hall.
Fridays 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
January 9 – April 10 (10 weeks- exception January 16,
February 13, March 20 and April 3)
$95
Preschool Pottery
4-5 years
Your child will be introduced to the magic of clay through
various hand building projects using the basics of coil, pinching and slab techniques. We will explore different clays and
use texture and colour to bring our projects to life! Our projects will be inspired by the fall and winter seasons and our
imaginations! Finished pieces will be uniquely decorated and
glazed. Price includes materials and firing.
Instructor: Jocelyn Jenkins. Location: Ottawa South Community Centre – Pottery Studio.
Fridays 4:00 pm – 5:15 pm
January 16 – March 27 (10 weeks- exception March 20)
$130
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Morning
Preschool Programs
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Playgroup with
Coordinator
(1 - 3 years, with
parent/caregiver)
9:15 am 11:15 am
Katherine
Boisvert
Tots of Fun
(18 months 2.5 years,
with parent/
caregiver)
9:15 am 11:15 am
Darcy
Middaugh
Playgroup with
Coordinator
(1 – 3 years, with
parent/caregiver)
9:15 am - 11:15
am
Katherine
Boisvert
Triple Play
(3 years)
9:30 am 11:00 am
Darcy
Middaugh
Drop-In Playgroup
(Infants – 5 years,
with parent/caregiver)
9:15 am 11:15 am
Jacques et Jill
(3 - 5 years)
9:15 am 11:15 am
Aletha Phillips
Music for Young
Children® Sunrise Program:
(Sunrise One)
(For Beginners2-4 years)
9:30 am 10:15 am
Rosanne DeLuca
Infant Massage
(Infant 9 months)
10:30 am 11:30 am
Elaine Breeze
Saturday
Sunday
Preschool Dance
(3 - 4.5 years)
9:00 am - 9:45
am
Marushka Tyo
Little Lotus
Yoga™ - Parent & Preschool
Yoga
(2 - 5 years, with
parent/caregiver)
9:15 am 10:15 am
Sportball Parent
and Child
Multisport
(2 - 3 years)
9:00 am 9:45 am
*Hopewell
School Small
Gym
Saturday
Morning Dropin Playgroup
(Infants – 5 years,
with parent/caregiver)
9:30 am - 11:30
am
Music for Young
Children® Sunrise Program:
(Sunrise Two)
(2- 4 years)
10:30 am - 11:15
am Rosanne
DeLuca
Afternoon
Sportball
Multisport
(3 –4 years)
9:45 am - 10:45
am
*Hopewell
School Sm. Gym
Tickle Trunk
(3 - 5 years)
1:00 pm 3:00 pm
Katherine
Boisvert
Hush-a-Bye
Babies
(Up to 1 year,
with parent/caregiver)
1:00 pm 2:30 pm
Alice Davidson
Kidz In Sportz
(3 - 5 years)
1:00 pm 3:00 pm
Darcy Middaugh
Preschool Dance
(3 - 4.5 years)
12:30 pm 1:15 pm
Ryleigh Anderson
Preschool
Pottery
(4 - 5 years)
4:00 pm - 5:15pm
Jocelyn Jenkins
*Programs take place at the Ottawa South Community Centre (260 Sunnyside Ave.) unless otherwise noted.
Photo by Brenda Lee
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Sportball™ at Old Ottawa South
Sportball™ Parent and
Child Multisport
2-3 years
Parents and caregivers can have a direct hand in a
preschooler’s development through Multi-Sport program.
Sportball™ Parent & Child programs teach children
important introductory physical skills associated with seven
core sports (soccer, tennis, baseball, basketball, volleyball,
golf and football) and helps them to develop confidence in
their abilities. The programs also help adults understand
proven teaching techniques that can be applied outside of
Sportball classes. Classes focus on refining, rehearsing and
repeating skills and playing games in a fun, creative, noncompetitive environment. Location: Hopewell School Small
Gym.
Saturdays 9:00 am – 9:45 am
January 10 – April 11 (10 weeks- exception
February 14, March 14, 21 and April 4)
$199.00
Sportball™ Multisport
3-4 years
Sportball Multisport skills development programs
introduce preschool and primary school children to the
concepts and skills involved in the eight core sports of the
Sportball methodology including: hockey, soccer, tennis,
baseball, basketball, volleyball, golf and football. Classes
are conducted once a week in one-hour sessions, using
developmentally appropriate methods to introduce, practice
and refine gross motor skills. The programs reinforce the
benefits of teamwork and skills development rather than
the importance of winning, enabling children to gain the
confidence and develop the social skills necessary to succeed
in sport and life. Location: Hopewell School Small Gym.
Saturdays 9:45 am - 10:45 am
January 10 – April 11 (10 weeks- exception
February14, March 14, 21 and April 4)
$199.00
Sportball™ Multisport
4-6 years
Sportball Multisport skills development programs
introduce preschool and primary school children to the
concepts and skills involved in the eight core sports of the
Sportball methodology including: hockey, soccer, tennis,
baseball, basketball, volleyball, golf and football. Classes
are conducted once a week in one-hour sessions, using
developmentally appropriate methods to introduce, practice
and refine gross motor skills. The programs reinforce the
benefits of teamwork and skills development rather than
the importance of winning, enabling children to gain the
confidence and develop the social skills necessary to succeed
in sport and life. Location: Hopewell School Small Gym.
Saturdays 10:45 am - 11:45 am
January 10 – April 11 (10 weeks- exception
February 14, March 14, 21 and April 4)
$199.00
Child & Youth Programs
Winter Break Camps 2014/2015
JK/SK and Grade 1- Grade 6
Come join the OSCA for some holiday fun in and around
the Community Centre and the City. From craft and cooking
projects to games and out-trips, we have a little something
for everyone this week, so be sure to check out the schedule.
Please note JK/SK programing will be separate from grade
1-6 programming. The program schedule for both the JK/
SK program and Grade 1-6 program will be released on our
Facebook and Website near the end of November.
Monday, December 22, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tuesday, December 23, 8:00am – 4:00 pm
Monday, December 29, 8:00am - 4:00 pm
Tuesday, December 30, 8:00am – 4:00 pm
Friday, January 2,
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Full Camp $200
Single day $55
After Care: Full camp 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm $35
After Care: Single day 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm $10
Why Good Courses Are Cancelled: Last minute registrations may be too late. Five business
days before a class is scheduled to start, the enrolment will be reviewed. If the minimum number of
required participants has not been met, then the class will be cancelled.
Please register early!
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March Break Camps 2015 March 16 - March 20
March break may be a few months away but we’re already planning things here at the Firehall. When registration opens for the
winter, be sure to register early and guarantee your space for these camps.
*Please note; all schedules will be released in the Spring Program Guide but will be placed on our website and Facebook
page in February. Be sure to check for the most up-to-date information.
Everything but the Kitchen Sink
Pottery Camp
3 years - Sr. Kindergarten
This popular summer camp makes its March Break comeback. Why should the big kids have all the fun during March
Break? Children will have a blast in this fun filled program.
Sports, cooking, stories, games, science and more….
Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm $175
Pre Care 8:00 am - 9:00 am FREE
After Care 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm $35
Grades 4-8
Back for another March Break, come join Stephanie Simpson
in the pottery studio for a week of clay creations. From
glazing to hand building, this is a perfect opportunity for old
pro’s to hone their skills as well as beginners to get a taste of
what it’s like to work with clay. After a morning in the studio
a variety of traditional camp activities will be offered.
Instructor: Stephanie Simpson.
Full Day 9:00 am - 4:00 pm $220
Pottery Only 9:00 am - 12:00 pm $160
March Quest
Grades 1-4
Come join us at the Firehall for a week of fun and adventure!
Along with a few bus trips, we will also be doing a wide
variety of activities from active games to cooking here at the
Firehall. Sign your child(ren) up now for what is sure to be a
fantastic March Break.
Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm $200
Single Day 9:00 am- 4:00 pm $55
Pre Care 8:00 am - 9:00 am FREE
After Care Full Week 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm $35
March Break Youth Camps
Ukulele Camp
Grades 3-7
New for March Break 2015! Come jam with other up and
coming/brand new Ukulele players with OSCA and the Ottawa Folklore Centre. From beginners to pros, this camp features a little something for all skill levels and after a morning
in the studio, come join us at the Firehall for some traditional
camp activities. Half-day (just Ukulele) and Full-day (Ukulele and Camp) options are available.
Monday – Friday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm $250
Monday- Friday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm $175
Each Youth Camp for March Break consists of half-a-day of
specialized programming in the morning and another half of
traditional camp in the afternoon. A half-day and full-day option will be made available for all options.
Gaming Camp
Grades 5-8
Calling all gamers! Get together with other like-minded individual and participate in our Gaming Camp. We have a fun
week planned full of adventures as you play a variety of role
playing games, and board games. Your adventure awaits!
The Lunch Club
Grades 5-8
This March Break come join us in the kitchen and make some
lunch! This cooking camp will feature a different meal each
day with a menu created especially for those who attend. If
you have a love for culinary creations, this is the camp for
you.
Full Day 9:00 am - 4: 00 pm $200
Gaming/Cooking only 9:00 am - 12:00 pm $160
Photo by Darcy Middaugh
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Winter 2015 PD Days/Journées pédagogiques
Jr. & Sr. Kindergarten
Grades 1-Grade 6
Our PD day programs provide a full day of recreation for
children affected by school closures due to PD days for the
Ottawa Carleton District School Board, the Ottawa Catholic
School Board, and Le Conseil des écoles publique de l’Est de
l’Ontario. Drop-off: The Ottawa South Community Centre,
8:00 am - 9:00 am. Pick-up: The Ottawa South Community
Centre, 4:00 pm.
Ottawa Carleton District School Board
Friday, January 16 8:00 am – 4:00 pm - $55
After Care 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm - $10
Ottawa Catholic School Board
Friday, January 16 8:00 am – 4:00 pm - $55
After Care 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm - $10
Le Conseil des écoles publique de l’Est de
l’Ontario:
Vendredi, le 23 Janvier 8h-16h- $55
Après 16h – 18h - $10
Friday, February 13th 8:00 am – 4:00 pm - $55
After Care 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm - $10
After 4 2014/2015
LIMITED SPACE STILL AVAILABLE Registration for After Four is ongoing. Please call 613-247-4946 to register.
Community Centre
Junior & Senior Kindergarten
Entering Grades 4 – 6 September 2014 Southminster
Monday – Friday 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm (except holidays)
Church
September 2014 – June 2015 $190 per month
Monday – Friday 3:30 pm – 6:00 pm (except holidays)
September 2014 – June 2015 $170 per month
Grade 1 – Grade 6
Please ensure you register your child in the correct
Please Note Program Locations:
program.
Entering Grades 1 – 3 September 2014 Ottawa South
Volunteers
High School students with a genuine interest in
volunteering in our 2014-2015 After 4 Program are welcome
to attend OSCA’s mandatory Volunteer Information Session
on Tuesday, January 13th, 5:15 pm at the Ottawa South
Community Centre.
This is a great opportunity for youth to contribute to the
community while learning skills they can use in a variety of
environments. Students may also use volunteer hours toward
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the Ontario High School Community Service Program. A
police record check will be required for all volunteers prior to
placement.
Students should register for the session online at www.
oldottawasouth.ca, by phone (613) 247-4946 or at the Ottawa
South Community Centre (260 Sunnyside Ave). There are a
limited number of placements available so be sure to register
early!
WINTER 2015
Child & Youth Sports
Sports Night
Dodgeball Night!
A great way to spend the evening, indoors, in the middle of
winter! Come have fun with your friends and learn some new
sports along the way. Tyler will go through a variety of sports
each week, including basketball, football, dodgeball and soccer. Instructor: Tyler Pearce.
Grades 4-6
Mondays 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
January 12 – March 30 (10 weeks- exception
February 16 and March 16)
Location: Hopewell School Small Gym
$80
Grades 1- 3
Fridays 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
January 16 – March 27 (10 weeks- exception March 20)
Location: Hopewell School Large Gym
$80
Indoor Soccer
Grades 1-4
Children will have the opportunity to practice their soccer
skills throughout the winter in a supportive, non-competitive
environment. Each week, we will spend time on skill
development through drills and exercises, followed by a
game. Perfect for recreational soccer players. Instructors:
Chris Gaspar and Robyn Derksen. Location: Hopewell
School Large Gym.
Tuesdays 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
January 13 – March 24 (10 weeks- exception March 17)
$80
Grades 4-5 & Grades 6-8
Join Chris Gaspar every Tuesday night at Hopewell gym
for an hour and a half of dodgeball action. With a different
variation played each week we’ll cover everything from the
classics you love to entirely new games only played at this
program. If you’re a dodgeball aficionado or just like being
active, this is the program for you. Instructor: Chris Gaspar.
Location: Hopewell School Large Gym.
Wednesdays 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
January 14 – March 25 (10 weeks- exception March 18)
$80
Nerf Mania!
Grades 1-3 or Grades 4+
Get off the couch Saturday afternoon and join Alex Tallim for
everything to do with NERF. Meet at Hopewell School’s large
gym and play a variety of exciting NERF based games in a
fun, safe and active environment. All you need are runners
and eye wear. Instructor: Alex Tallim. Location: Hopewell
School Large Gym.
Grades 1-3:
Saturdays 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
January 10 – April 11 (10 weeks- exception
February 14, March 14, 21 and April 4)
$95
Grades 4+:
Saturdays 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
January 10 – April 11 (10 weeks- exception February
14, March 14, 21 and April 4)
$95
OSCA Spring Soccer - Parent Run Program
This recreational soccer program is aimed at kids who are interested in playing soccer on community based co-ed teams,
which emphasizes keeping active and having fun. This program is aimed at teaching kids the basic skills of soccer through fun
drills and group work in addition to active participation.
*ATTENTION PARENTS* This program runs only with parent volunteer coaches and assistant coaches. We need you!
Since you will be on the field weekly with your children, why not sign up as a volunteer coach? We need coaches, assistant
coaches and coordinators. Please consider signing up when you register your child.
A coaches orientation will be provided (date TBD). *Please note* Volunteers get $10 off of their child’s soccer registration.
Please email Amanda Bednarek at [email protected] if you are interested in volunteering as a coach or have
previous experience coaching soccer and would be interested in training our volunteers.
NOVICE: Currently in JK
TYKES: Currently in Grade 2 & 3
Saturdays 10:00 am - 11:15 am
Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
May 16 - June 20 (6 weeks) $45
May 14 - June 23 (6 weeks) $58
MITES: Currently in SK & Grade 1
Saturdays 10:00 am - 11:15 am
May 16 - June 20 (6 weeks) $45
WINTER 2015
ATOMS: Currently in Grade 4, 5 & 6
Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
May 14 - June 23 (6 weeks) $58
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Child & Youth Sports
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Morning
Sportball Multisport
(4 – 6 years)
10:45 am - 11:45 am
*Hopewell School Sm.
Gym
Sunday
Little Lotus
Yoga™ Parent & Youth
Yoga
(7 - 12 years, with
parent/caregiver)
10:15 am 11:15 am
Introduction to Acro
(4-9 years)
11:45 am – 12:30 pm
Ryleigh Anderson
Nerf Mania
(Grades 1-3)
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Alex Tallim
*Hopewell School Lg. Gym
Evening
Afternoon
Introduction to Acro
(4-9 years)
1:15 pm – 2:00 pm
Ryleigh Anderson
Nerf Mania
(Grades 4+)
1:30 pm - 3 pm
Alex Tallim
*Hopewell School Lg. Gym
Monday Night
Sports
(Grades 4-6)
6:00 pm 7:30 pm
Tyler Pearce
*Hopewell
School Small
Gym
Indoor Soccer Dodgeball Night!
(6 - 9 years)
(Grades 4-5)
6:00 pm (Grades 6 - 8)
7:30 pm
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Chris Gaspar
Chris Gaspar
*Hopewell
*Hopewell School
School Large
Large Gym
Gym
Friday Night
Sports
(Grades 1- 3)
6:00 pm - 7:30
pm
Tyler Pearce
*Hopewell School
Large Gym
*Programs take place at the Ottawa South Community Centre (260 Sunnyside Ave.) unless otherwise noted.
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WINTER 2015
Firehall Dance Program for Children and Youth
Ryleigh Anderson just began as the coordinator of our dance
programs here at the Firehall in the Fall. She takes over her
sister’s strong dance program and will be expanding it by introducing performances. This program does not require students
to be highly experienced, this is meant to be fun for all and not
competitive.
Instructors Ryleigh Anderson, Marushka Tyo, Myranda
Bingham, and Georgi DiRocco are members of the Competitive Dance Team at Kali Andrews Dance Company, where they
also teach classes.
Jazz/Hip Hop & Tap Variety Class
6-10 years
This is an energetic class that teaches 3 dance disciplines; Jazz,
Hip Hop and Tap. Alternating from each style week to week,
dancers will get to try out many different dance techniques
and moves allowing them to get a well-rounded dance training
experience. It will include stretching and cardiovascular warm
ups with basic body isolations and coordination exercises using
upbeat and popular music. We will be following the Primary
British Association of Teachers of Dancing Jazz and Tap
syllabus as well as learning many different styles of Hip Hop.
Instructor: Myranda Bingham.
Mondays 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
January 12 – March 30 (10 weeks- exception
February 16 and March 16)
$90
Hip Hop
6-10 years
Join our new dance instructor Georgie DiRocco for some fun
in this introductory-level Hip Hop course. You’ll learn various
hip-hop dance movements and a new set of combinations and
routines every week in a vibrant class environment. Running shoes and comfortable clothes are suggested. Instructor:
Georgi DiRocco.
All dance classes take place in the Ottawa South Community
Centre Dance Studio.
DRESS CODE
- Sleeveless black body suit
- Pink tights for Ballet, black tights for Jazz, Acro, and Variety
Class
- Ballet shoes are allowed but not mandatory
- Hair in a ponytail or bun
- No dress code for Hip Hop
Pre-Ballet
4.5-5.5 years
In addition to the material covered in the Preschool course, this
program includes the introduction of simple dance steps such
as skipping, galloping and preparatory ballet movement. Barre
work will be introduced in this class as well and we will be
following the British Association of Teachers of Dancing Ballet
syllabus. Instructor: Marushka Tyo.
Saturdays 9:45 am - 10:30 am
January 10 – April 11 (10 weeks- exception
February 14, March 14, 21 and April 4)
$90
Primary Ballet
5-6.5 years
We continue the study of basic ballet with a focus on quality
of movement and posture. Students will learn more complex
ballet movements including introductions to turns, leaps and
jumps as well as barre work. Continued use of the British Association of Teachers of Dancing ballet syllabus.
Instructor: Marushka Tyo.
Saturdays 10:30 am – 11:15 am
January 10 – April 11 (10 weeks- exception
February 14, March 14, 21 and April 4)
$90
Wednesdays 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Introduction to Acro
January 14 – March 25 (10 weeks- exception March 18)
$90
4-9 years
This exciting class will teach you how to stretch and bend
Preschool Dance
in ways you never thought you could before! In this safe
3-4.5 years
environment you will learn Acrobatic dance moves such as
An introduction to dance as a creative art form through the
cartwheels, bridges, and front rolls, as well as basic dance
natural response to music, rhythm, dramatic situation, use of
technique. Group and partner work will be a focus of the
simple props and development of large motor skills.
class, so sign up with a friend or your sister/brother for some
Instructors: Marushka Tyo (morning) and Ryleigh Anderson
bendable fun! Instructor: Ryleigh Anderson.
(afternoon)
Saturdays 11:45 am- 12:30 pm
Saturdays 9:00 am - 9:45 am
January 10 - April 11 (10 weeks- exception
January 10 – April 11 (10 weeks- exception
February 14, March 14, 21 and April 4) $90
February 14, March 14, 21 and April 4) $90
Saturdays 12:30 pm – 1:15 pm
Saturdays 1:15 pm – 2:00 pm
January 10 – April 11 (10 weeks- exception
January 10 – April 11 (10 weeks- exception
February 14, March 14, 21 and April 4) $90
February 14, March 14, 21 and April 4) $90
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Children’s Dance
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Preschool Dance
(3 to 4.5 years)
9:00 am - 9:45 am
Morning
Pre-Ballet
(4.5 to 5.5 years)
9:45 am - 10:30 am
Primary Ballet
(5 to 6.5 years)
10:30 am - 11:15 am
Introduction to Acro
(4 to 9 years)
11:45 am - 12:30 pm
Evening
Afternoon
Preschool Dance
(3 to 4.5 years)
12:30 pm - 1:15 pm
Introduction to Acro
(4 – 9 years)
1:15 pm - 2:00 pm
Jazz, Hip Hop and
Tap Variety
(6-10 years)
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Hip Hop
(6-10 years)
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Programs take place at the Ottawa South Community Centre (260 Sunnyside Ave.)
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WINTER 2015
Children & Youth General Programs
*NEW* Valentine’s Day Tea Party
JK- Grade 3
Come join us for a Valentines themed tea party! Bring your
little prince or princesses dressed in their formal wear for
an afternoon of tea party fun! We will be creating our own
Valentines and decorating Valentines themed treats. Finally,
we will have socializing and laughter during our formal tea
party. Have your little one celebrate Valentine’s Day while
you take a well-deserved break! Facilitators: Aletha Phillips
and Debbie Michelin. Location: Ottawa South Community
Centre – Dance Studio.
Saturday February 14 12:00 pm- 2:00 pm
$25
Knights of the Dinner Table
Grades 4-8
Young gamers will embark upon an adventure using the
Pathfinder Role-Playing System. Adventurers will learn to
work together to overcome fierce fiends and treacherous
traps. Do you have what it takes to survive in the world of
Pencil and Paper Role-Playing Games? Beginners are always
welcome. Instructor: David Beck-MacNeil. Location:
Ottawa South Community Centre – Activity Room.
Saturdays 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
January 10 – April 11 (10 weeks- exception
February 14, March 14, 21 and April 4)
$120
Hireling GM
Grades 5+
A brand new approach to RPG Gaming (Pathfinder, Dungeons and Dragons) for pre-arranged groups of new or
experienced gamers here at the Firehall, tailored to your taste
and schedule. Veteran GM David Beck-Mac Neil will tailor
a game specific to the goals and play style of you and your
friends. You provide the group, we provide the space, GM,
and game. If interested, please contact us at the Firehall for
more details. Price varies based on number of players and
hours per week (comparable to Knights of the Dinner Table).
Instructor: David Beck- MacNeil. For more information
please contact us by e-mail at [email protected] or call
(613) 247-4946.
*NEW* Game Master’s Workshop
Grades 5-9
Do you want to run a Pen and Paper Role-Playing Game but
have no idea where to start? This is your opportunity to get
an idea of what you need to know, what you need to plan and
what you need to just make up on the fly. Get tips and tricks
on how to tailor a game that is fun and exciting for all players
while still challenging yourself as a gamer. Be the real hero
among your gaming friends, be the one who makes the game
possible. Instructor: David Beck-MacNeil.
Saturday, March 7 from 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
$45
Babysitting Certification
12-15 years
Gain the necessary skills to become a confident babysitter.
Topics include: safety; first aid, crafts, games, discipline and
infant care. A certificate is issued by the Canadian Safety
Council upon successful completion of this course. Bring
your lunch. Must be 12 years of age by February 1st 2015.
Instructor: Hanna Stewart. Location: Ottawa Public Library,
Sunnyside Branch – Meeting Room.
Saturday, February 21, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm $60
Home Alone Program
10-12 years
This Home Alone Program is designed to provide children
10 years of age and older with the necessary skills and
knowledge to be safe and responsible when home alone.
Upon completion of the programs, participants will be able
to identify the consequences of decisions and actions made
in daily life, follow safety procedures and describe ways
to obtain emergency help, demonstrate knowledge of how
to use 911 correctly, and review basic first aid procedures.
Instructor: Hanna Stewart. Location: Ottawa Public Library,
Sunnyside Branch – Meeting Room.
Saturday, March 28, 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
$35
Exploring Drama
Grades 3-6
Do you have a flair for the dramatic? Want to learn about
using your voice, body and imagination to create your own
original scene and build your confidence? Using a combination of improv, script writing, voice and movement exercises,
instructor Laura Sosnow will guide participants in creating
their own piece or adapting an existing text for a final outcome that will be presented at the end of the term. Instructor:
Laura Sosnow. Location: Ottawa South Community Centre
– Lounge.
Saturdays 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
January 10 – April 11 (10 weeks- exception
February 14, March 14, 21 and April 4)
$82
We are always interested in new program ideas!
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Children & Youth General Programs (Cont’d)
LEGO® Club
7-12 years
Learn LEGO® building techniques as you and a partner
construct a variety of mechanical Technic projects - a
drawbridge, steering mechanism, paper crinkler, or the
Canadarm. Develop your own creations with Technic gears,
beams, wheels and axles. Instructor: Ian Dudley. Location:
Ottawa South Community Centre – Activity Room.
Mondays 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
January 12 –February 2 (4 weeks)
$81
LEGO® Technic Building & Mindstorms®
EV3/NXT Robotics
8-14 years
Build a vice grip in LEGO® Technic. Build a hand drill,
flywheel, robotic arm, and bumperbot using Power Functions.
Explore the world of LEGO® Mindstorms® EV3 & NXT by
building the i-Bot and using preloaded programs to perform
challenges. Instructor: Ian Dudley. Location: Ottawa South
Community Centre – Activity Room.
Mondays 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm February 9 - March 9 (4 weeks- exception February 16)
$81
*NEW* Radio-Controlled Car Racing with
Ian Dudley
10-15 years
Experience the thrill of driving RC cars and trucks in a
controlled indoor environment. With an emphasis on safety,
teamwork and fun, you’ll be introduced to several fast and
powerful, 1/18 scale, four-wheel drive, DromidaTM cars and
trucks. Learn all about these RC vehicles, their radios, batteries, servicing and charging. Learn the techniques for driving,
steering, speed control and braking. Experience hands on
racing through a variety of team races including relay, pylon
and track races. Learn about hop ups to enhance speed and
performance. Take home resources about this exciting hobby.
Instructor: Ian Dudley, “the LEGO® guy”. Location: Ottawa
South Community Centre – Dance Studio.
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Mondays 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
January 26th and February 2
$65
Art Time with Bess
8-12 years
Art Time Winter 2015 with Bess will be a drawing course.
Students will use variety of mediums and create a new story
for the reception area at the Firehall. The class is for serious
artists ages 9 to 12.
Instructor: Bess Fraser. Location: Ottawa South Community
Centre-Activity Room.
Tuesdays 6:45 pm - 8:00 pm
February 3- February 24 (4 weeks)
$77
Magic: The Gathering
Grades 4+
Magic: The Gathering (a collectable trading-card game) is
more popular than ever at the Firehall and we’re pleased to
offer a weekly session for players to build and modify their
decks, play games with other avid players, and participate in
small tournaments with prizes! Instructor: Alex Tallim. Location: Ottawa South Community Centre – Activity Room.
Wednesdays 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
January 14 – March 25 (10 weeks- exception March 18)
$95
Youthon!
Grades 7+
Got a PD Day coming up and nothing to do? Why not try a
Youthon!? Grab some friends and head down to the Firehall
for an afternoon outing. See specific dates for details. Coordinator: Alex Tallim. Pick up and Drop off: the Firehall.
Youthon! Tobogganing at Mooney’s Bay
Friday, January 16, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm $25
Youthon! Fun Haven
Friday, February 13, 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm $30
WINTER 2015
Youth Night!
Youth Drop-In for Grades 5-8
Games, sports, movies, and much more…
join the fun at the Firehall with your friends!
Fridays 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
December 5, 12, January 16, 23, 30, February 13, 20, 27, March 6, 13, 27
$3 per week or $33 for the Season Pass*.
Program is supervised by experienced recreational staff.
Parents please note: This is a drop-in program, participants may leave at any time.
*A little something for our regulars, a Youth Night Season Pass gives you admission to all
youth nights for the Winter season in one payment and saves you multiple $3 payments
at the door. Additionally, this will allow you to have access to a tax receipt when you pay
online.
Register online or call for more details.
(Tickets to the Youth Dance sold separately)
Photo by Darcy Middaugh
Youth Dance!
$6 In Advance, $10 at the Door, $3 for Seasons Pass Holders
Register Online or In Person
Friday, February 6 , 2015
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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Child & Youth General Interest
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Morning
Knights of the Dinner
Table
(Grades 4-8)
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
David Beck-MacNeil
Home Alone Program
(10-12 years)
Saturday March 28
10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Hanna Stewart
*Sunnyside Public Library
Babysitting Certification
(12 - 15 years)
Saturday February 21
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Hanna Stewart
*Sunnyside Public Library
Afternoon
Youthon!
(Grades 7+)
January 16 &
February 13
12:00 pm - 4:00
pm
Valentine’s Day Tea
Party
(JK - Gr. 3)
Saturday, February 14
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Aletha Phillips &
Debbie Michelin
Game Master’s
Workshop
(Grades 5-9)
Saturday March 7th
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
David Beck-MacNeil
Exploring Drama
(Grades 3 to 6)
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Laura Sosnow
Evening
LEGO® Club
(7-12 years)
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Ian Dudley
Jan 12, 19,26 Feb 2
LEGO® Technic Building
& Mind- storms® EV3/
NXT Robotics
(8 - 14 years)
6:00 pm- 7:00 pm
Ian Dudley
Feb 9, 23, March 2, 9
Radio-Controlled
Car Racing
(10 - 15 years)
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Ian Dudley
Jan 26 & Feb 2
Magic: The
Gathering
(Grades 4+)
6:30 pm - 8:00
pm
Alex Tallim
Art Time with
Bess
(8 - 12 years)
6:45 pm - 8:00 pm
Bess Fraser
February 3, 10,
17, 24
Youth Night!
(Grades 5 to 8)
7:00 pm - 10:00
pm
Programs take place at the Ottawa South Community Centre (260 Sunnyside Ave.)
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WINTER 2015
Adult Health and Fitness
The following courses are open to participants 16 years and older unless otherwise noted
*NEW* Cool Down Coffee Club
OSCA is excited to now offer a Cool Down Coffee Club
after our morning fitness classes. Come have a cup of coffee
or a glass of water, relax, and chat with some of the other
members of your class. This is a free drop-in to give our
participants the chance to socialize and catch up after class.
Coffee club is open to any members of the public. Location:
Ottawa South Community Centre- Lounge.
Mondays 1:00 pm- 3:00 pm (After Hatha for Hips,
Stronger for Longer
This is a class for older adults with a focus on strength,
stability training, and fun. We will be working on safe,
effective strength training, balance techniques, and core
stability. A variety of equipment will be used to provide a
range of exercise challenges. This class would be great for
anyone who wants to work out in a fun, lively atmosphere.
The class begins in the Fitness Centre at 12:45 PM and
continues in Michael Jenkin Hall from 1:00 to 2:00 PM.
Instructor: Joanne Hale. Location: Ottawa South Community
Centre - Fitness Centre & Michael Jenkin Hall.
Mondays 12:45 pm – 2:00 pm
January 12 – March 30 (10 weeks- exception
February 16 and March 16)
$100
Thursdays 12:45 pm – 2:00 pm
January 15 – April 2 (10 weeks- exception February 12
and March 19)
$100
Back and Shoulders & Stronger for Longer)
Tuesdays 12:30 pm- 1:30 pm (After Core Challenge
and Yoga Stretch)
Wednesdays 1:00 pm- 2:00 pm (After Ashtanga Yoga
Flow)
Thursdays 11:30 am – 12:30 pm & 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
(After Core Challenge and Yoga Stretch & Stronger
for Longer)
Fridays 12:30 pm- 1:30 pm (After Yin Yoga)
(Look for the
symbol beside the classes).
Mondays & Thursdays
January 12- April 2 (10 weeks- exception February 12,
16, March 16, 19)
$170
Cardio Weight Training Circuit
This class combines challenging cardio bursts with resistance
training in circuit format. Training in this way brings about
results in both overall strength and endurance in a shorter
amount of time. Typically participants will rotate between
stations for cardio, Plyometric exercises and free weight
exercises. The class will be fast paced and challenging.
Participants are encouraged to work at a safe pace for their
fitness level. Instructor: Tyler Pearce. Location: Firehall
Fitness Centre.
Mondays 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
January 12 – March 30 (10 weeks- exception
February 16 and March 16)
$100
Photo by Tom Alfoldi
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Fit Fast Bootcamp
Boot Camp-style fitness programs for anyone at any fitness
level. Sports-specific drills are introduced in a unique way,
outside of the actual sport environment. Participants will
work on balance and endurance, build strength and develop
core muscles. You will work together to motivate and
challenge one another, pushing both your mind and body to
achieve your own personal goals.
Instructor: Tanya Robertson. Location: Ottawa South
Community Centre – Michael Jenkin Hall.
Thursdays 9:10 am - 10:10 am
January 15 – March 26 (10 weeks- exception March 19)
$90
Babysitting is available! Advance registration for
babysitting is now required in order to secure a place.
$40 for each 10 week session for up to 2 children.
Men’s Health & Fitness
This program is meant for men over the age of 18 who are
not currently active and looking to become more active, or
men who are currently active and are looking for new ideas
or challenges. While under the supervision of personal
trainer Tyler Pearce, you will learn how to create a functional
program that will benefit your day-to-day life. While using
SMART goals and the FITT principle, you will be taught
about the frequency and duration of workouts, what level of
difficulty you should aim for, and what kind of equipment
should be used, in a comfortable and enjoyable environment.
Instructor: Tyler Pearce. Location: Firehall Fitness Centre.
Thursdays 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
January 15 – March 26 (10 weeks- exception March 19)
$100
*NEW* Intro To Free Weights
Should I use free weights or machines? How can I use free
weights to help me get in shape? Machines are beneficial
if used correctly but free weights allow you to activate
synergistic (stabilizing) muscles that restricted machines
cannot activate. Free weights are also beneficial in helping
people determine less dominate muscles. Under the
supervision of certified personal trainer Tyler Pearce, this fun
and challenging program will give you firsthand experience
with the benefits of free weight use. Instructor: Tyler Pearce.
Location: Firehall Fitness Centre
Saturdays 11:00 am- 12:00 pm
January 10 – April 11 (10 weeks- exception
February 14, March 14, 21 and April 4)
$100
Women and Weights
Come join the fun in the Firehall Fitness Centre with Trainer
Joanne Hale. This women-only workout focuses on proper
technique for resistance training and teaches you how to
spice up your workout and get results in less time. Special
attention will be given to the areas that women complain
about most. Get ready to amaze yourself! No resistance
training experience necessary.
Instructor: Joanne Hale. Location: Firehall Fitness Centre
Saturdays 2:45 pm - 3:45 pm
January 10 - April 11 (10 weeks- exception
February 14, March 14, 21 and April 4)
$100
Photo by Tom Alfoldi
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WINTER 2015
Early Bird Special
For people looking to kick-start your Health and Fitness regimen, the Firehall is now offering the Early Bird Special. This
includes all three of our early-morning fitness classes: Tabata with Tyler, Wake Up With Essentrics and Train Like an Athlete,
plus two free drop- sessions per week (at any time during open hours) at the Firehall Fitness Centre (free orientation is required). $270
Location: Ottawa South Community Centre - Michael Jenkin
*NEW* Tabata with Tyler
Hall
Want to get a great sweat to start off your day? Tabata
Wednesdays 6:30 am - 7:30 am
training is a high intensity interval style of training that
January 14 – March 25 (10 weeks- exception March18)
can improve both cardiovascular endurance & muscular
$90
strength. Tabata training has been proven to help people
Train Like an Athlete
increase productivity in day to day life by increasing muscle
mass, decreasing fatty tissue, and improve overall energy
levels while decreasing fatigue. Under the supervision of
In order to fully understand how athletes reach peak levels
certified performance specialist, Tyler Pearce, sessions will
of fitness, you must experience it firsthand. With the focus
last 45-60 minutes incorporating a variety of body weight
of challenging you to your limits, Train Like an Athlete
exercises, free weight exercises, partner exercises and much
is performance-based, involving the essential movements
more. Instructor: Tyler Pearce. Location: Ottawa South
necessary in everyday life as well as in sport. The program
Community Centre - Michael Jenkin Hall
will show you how to produce force, reduce force, and
Mondays 7:00 am – 8:00 am decrease chances of injury while moving in multiple planes
January 12 – March 30 (10 weeks- exception
of motion. This program will incorporate a variety of training
styles and take you through a periodized program to increase
February 16 and March 16)
stability, coordination, strength, agility, and endurance. This
$90
program is intended for healthy, physically active individuals
looking to improve performance. Instructor: Tyler Pearce.
Wake Up With Essentrics
Location: Ottawa South Community Centre - Michael Jenkin
Hall.
Join Certified Essentrics Instructor Amanda for an early
Fridays 7:00 am- 8:00 am
morning workout that will leave you feeling lighter, taller,
and stronger. The Essentrics™ Workout is based on Classical January 16 – March 27 (10 weeks- exception March 20)
Stretch, the #1 fitness show on PBS. Essentrics dynamically
$90
stretches and strengthens every muscle in the body,
rebalancing the muscular structure in continuous rotational
Holiday Special!
movements. The unique flowing movements of this program
have been proven to simultaneously slenderize and tone the
For those who like to stay active over our winter break, Tyler
abs, waist, and back with simple, yet powerful strengthening
Pearce will be running a special drop-in Early Bird Bootcamp
exercises. This is a full-body flexibility technique that
from 7:00 am - 8:00 am in Micheal Jenkin Hall.
works through the muscle chains; liberating, relieving from
Mondays December 22, 29 and January 5
tension, and empowering the muscles in the process. Bring
$10 per drop-in
an exercise mat and get ready to work your entire body!
Essentrics is done bare foot. Instructor: Amanda Sterczyk.
Photo by Tom Alfoldi
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Yoga and Pilates
For hygienic reasons, participants in all our Yoga, Pilates and Yogalates courses are encouraged to bring their own yoga/pilates
mats. The following courses are open to participants ages 16 and older unless otherwise noted.
*NEW* Cool Down Coffee Club
OSCA is excited to now offer a Cool Down Coffee Club
after our morning fitness classes. Come have a cup of coffee
or a glass of water, relax, and chat with some of the other
members of your class. This is a free drop-in to give our
participants the chance to socialize and catch up after class.
Coffee club is open to any members of the public. Location:
Ottawa South Community Centre- Lounge.
Mondays 1:00 pm- 3:00 pm (After Hatha for Hips,
Hatha for Hips, Back and Shoulders
Perfect for anyone sitting, driving, or standing most of the
day. Poses are designed to open tight shoulders and hips
while paying special attention to the lower back. Instructor:
Andrea Robertson. Location: Ottawa South Community
Centre – Michael Jenkin Hall.
Mondays 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
January 12 – March 30 (10 weeks- exception
February 16 and March 16)
$95
Gentle Hatha Yoga
This gentle class will move through poses that help increase
flexibility and strength while reducing stress. Benefits of
individual poses, physical alignment and proper use of breath
will be discussed. A great class for those who enjoy a slower
pace, beginners, or those with health concerns. Instructor:
Diane Robertson. Location: Hopewell - Large Gym
Mondays 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
January 12 – March 30 (10 weeks- exception
February 16 and March 16)
$90
Iron/Core Yoga
Wake up your muscles and get both your blood and body
moving! Andrea teaches a full body challenging class
focusing on building overall strength and endurance. Weights,
resistance bands, blocks, use of your own body weight, and
some deep stretches are all included in this 60 minutes class.
Back and Shoulders & Stronger for Longer)
Tuesdays 12:30 pm- 1:30 pm (After Core Challenge
and Yoga Stretch)
Wednesdays 1:00 pm- 2:00 pm (After Ashtanga Yoga
Flow)
Thursdays 11:30 am – 12:30 pm & 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
(After Core Challenge and Yoga Stretch & Stronger
for Longer)
Fridays 12:30 pm- 1:30 pm (After Yin Yoga)
(Look for the
symbol beside the classes).
Instructor: Andrea Robertson. Location: Ottawa South
Community Centre – Michael Jenkin Hall.
Mondays 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
January 12 – March 30 (10 weeks- exception
February 16 and March 16)
$95
Wednesdays 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
January 14 – March 25 (10 weeks- exception March 18)
$95
Yoga for Athletes
Join Andrea in this all-levels yoga class where she takes
you through a series of highly effective strengthening and
stretching exercises that are key to the demands of an athlete,
no matter what sport you are involved in. This class may
be what you’re missing in your training regime! You do not
have to be an athlete to greatly benefit from this class. If you
would like more flexibility and access to your core and lower
body, consider adding this class to your schedule. Instructor:
Andrea Robertson. Location: Ottawa South Community
Centre – Michael Jenkin Hall.
Mondays 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
January 12 – March 30 (10 weeks- exception
February 16 and March 16)
$95
Wednesdays 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
January 14 – March 25 (10 weeks- exception March 18) $95
Register early to avoid disappointment
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Yoga and Pilates (Cont’d)
For hygienic reasons, participants in all our Yoga, Pilates and Yogalates courses are encouraged to bring their own yoga/pilates
mats. The following courses are open to participants ages 16 and older unless otherwise noted.
Yoga Flow and Pilates Core
Experience the mesh of Eastern and Western fitness regimes
- Yoga and Pilates. You will move at a decent tempo from
pose to pose and from exercise to exercise. The father of
Pilates, Josef Pilates, was a student of yoga and a trainer
of ballet dancers, and you will see that many of our poses
and exercises are taken directly from yoga and ballet. You
will enjoy the benefits of training the core (abs, trunk, and
back) by employing the rigorous Pilates method. Tuesday
Instructor: Lori Meyers. Wednesday Instructor: Zina
Richard.
Tuesdays 9:30 am – 10:30 am
January 13 – March 24 (10 weeks- exception March 17)
Location: Ottawa South Community Centre - Michael
Jenkin Hall
$92.50
Wednesdays 6:15 pm – 7:15 pm
January 14 – March 25 (10 weeks- exception March 18)
Location: Ottawa South Community Centre – Dance
Studio
$92.50
Core Challenge and Yoga Stretch
This class is designed to strengthen and stabilize the muscles
of the abdominals, back and buttocks, while challenging your
balance. By strengthening our core, we strengthen our entire
body. Final relaxation includes poses to gently stretch the
skeletal muscles and deeply relax the nervous system. Small
hand weights and other equipment will be incorporated in the
class. Instructor: Diane Roberston. Location: Ottawa South
Community Centre – Michael Jenkin Hall.
Tuesdays 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
January 13 – March 24 (10 weeks- exception March 17)
$90
Thursdays 10:30 am – 11:30 am
January 15 – March 26 (10 weeks- exception March 19)
$90
Photo by Tom Alfoldi
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Yoga and Pilates (Cont’d)
For hygienic reasons, participants in all our Yoga, Pilates and Yogalates courses are encouraged to bring their own yoga/pilates
mats. The following courses are open to participants ages 16 and older unless otherwise noted.
fundamental to the Pilates workout. Change your body by
Restorative Yoga
improving your body awareness and posture, while building
core strength and producing long and lean muscles. You’ll
This course is designed to encourage deep relaxation and
know your body better, stand straighter, feel stronger and
calmness. It begins with gentle stretching, sun salutations
become more flexible. Instructor: Lori Meyers. Location:
or modified movements, depending on fitness levels. UsOttawa South Community Centre – Michael Jenkin Hall.
ing props from home, such as pillows, blocks and blankets,
Thursdays 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
we move into a series of easily accessible poses designed to
open up the heart and mind, improve flexibility and quality of January 15 – March 26 (10 weeks- exception March 19)
$92.50
sleep. It is especially beneficial to those experiencing insomnia or anxiety. Instructor: Rhona Einbinder-Miller. LocaPilates Level 2/3
tion: Ottawa South Community Centre – Michael Jenkin Hall.
Tuesdays 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
January 13 – March 24 (10 weeks- exception March 17) A class for participants who have attended many Level One
Pilates sessions, have a high degree of body awareness and
$90
core strength, and are now looking for the next challenge.
*NEW* Ashtanga Yoga Flow
Building on the basics of Pilates, this class will focus on
building muscular strength, flexibility, and endurance with an
emphasis on core strengthening and stability.
The ashtanga yoga practice is an athletic and challenging
Instructor: Lori Meyers. Location: Ottawa South Community
one, designed to increase strength, endurance and flexibility,
Centre – Michael Jenkin Hall.
while at the same time promoting a calm inner state of wellbeing, by focussing on the breath. This course is designed for Thursdays 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
January 15 – March 26 (10 weeks- exception March 19)
beginners and more advanced practitioners, with options and
$92.50
variations provided for all poses. Participants leave feeling
energized, revitalized and relaxed.
Movement & Meditation
Instructor: Rhona Einbinder-Miller. Location: Ottawa South
Community Centre – Michael Jenkin Hall.
This is a relaxation and stretching class to unwind and
Wednesdays 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
January 14 – March 25 (10 weeks- exception March 18) de-stress your body. We will start every class with a seated
meditation followed by slow Flow Yoga movements with
$90
stretches and a meditation to finish off the class.
Instructor: Tanya Robertson. Location: Ottawa South
Flow Yoga
Community Centre - Dance Studio
Thursdays 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Flow Yoga has evolved from Hatha Yoga and is quickly
January 15 – March 26 (10 weeks- exception March 19)
becoming one of the most popular styles of yoga taught
$90
today. It is an active style of yoga that links poses together
in a fluid manner with the breath. Flow Yoga modifies some
complex or difficult poses for greater safety and provides
many options so that people at every level of health will feel
uniquely and successfully challenged. Flow Yoga can be
practiced by anybody, and brings a perfect balance of energy
and calm to the body and mind. Instructor: Zina Richard.
Location: Sunnyside Footsteps at 276 Sunnyside Avenue,
the 3rd floor.
Wednesdays 7:30 pm - 8:45 pm
January 14 – March 25 (10 weeks- exception March 18)
$92.50
Pilates Level 1
An entry level class designed for beginners and newcomers
to Pilates. You will learn the basic principles and exercises
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Photo by Tom Alfoldi
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Yoga and Pilates (Cont’d)
For hygienic reasons, participants in all our Yoga, Pilates and Yogalates courses are encouraged to bring their own yoga/pilates
mats. The following courses are open to participants ages 16 and older unless otherwise noted.
Roll, Release & Rejuvenate
This specialized course is geared towards yoga lengthening
and tension release in the body. Using the wisdom of the East
and the science of the West, open connective tissue, muscle,
tendons, and fascia. Equipment such as rollers, balls and
bands will be used. An extremely effective resist/relax stretch
technique, Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF)
and long held opening positions (similar to Yin Yoga) in
combination with the breath and the mind. Wear clothing that
you can move in and a layer to put on to stay warm during the
stretches. Lori Meyers has been specializing in rehabilitative
and safe instruction throughout her teaching career. She
has worked with the Canadian Back Institute, doctors and
therapists in a team approach to help clients. For more
information visit www.bodyvida.wordpress.com Instructor:
Lori Meyers. Location: Ottawa South Community Centre –
Michael Jenkin Hall.
Thursdays 8:00 pm – 8:55 pm
January 15, 22, 29, February 5, 12 (5 weeks)
$100
Thursdays 8:00 pm – 8:55 pm
February 19, 26, March 5, 12, 26 (5 weeks -exception
March 19)
$100
Yin Yoga
Yin Yoga is known for its ability to release tension within the
mind and the body, and to create balance and a sense of wellbeing. Poses are held for three to five minutes, and breathing
techniques, as well as props, are used to facilitate release deep
within the connective tissue of the body. In addition to the
poses, this class will focus on techniques for reducing stress
that can be employed to help us meet the demands of daily
life. Instructor: Debbie Michelin. Location: Ottawa South
Community Centre – Lounge.
Fridays 11:30 am – 12:30 pm.
January 16 – March 27 (10 weeks- exception March 20)
$90
*NEW* Better Balance
This unique class is great for all; athletes and seniors alike.
Feel more centered in unstable conditions for activities of
daily living and sport. Various pieces of equipment and
techniques will be explored and practiced in a fun and
innovative manner. Instructor: Lori Meyers. Location:
Ottawa South Community Centre – Dance Studio.
Fridays 1:30 pm- 2:30 pm
January 16 – March 27 (10 weeks- exception
March 20)
$92.50
Photo by Tom Alfoldi
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Yoga and Pilates (Cont’d)
For hygienic reasons, participants in all our Yoga, Pilates and Yogalates courses are encouraged to bring their own yoga/pilates
mats. The following courses are open to participants ages 16 and older unless otherwise noted.
with deep tissue stretches that realign, decompress and
release tension. Feel rejuvenated and lower your stress levels
too! Instructor: Gabrielle Archer. Location: Ottawa South
Community Centre – Michael Jenkin Hall.
Sundays 11:15 am – 12:30 pm (1 hour 15 minute class)
January 11 - April 12 (10 weeks- exception
February 15, March 15, 22 and April 5)
$100
*NEW* Gentle Yoga Tune Up ™ for
Everybody
Core Yoga
A gentle introduction to yoga/fitness therapy designed
to improve posture, heal damaged muscle, and enhance
strength. Participants will re-establish healthy mobility, using
corrective exercise and self-massage. The course will include
the use of patented yoga tune up balls, yoga poses and breath
work. Yoga Tune Up balls will be available to borrow or
purchase. Open to all levels. Instructor: Gabrielle Archer.
Location: Ottawa South Community Centre- Michael Jenkin
Hall.
Sundays 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
January 11 - April 12 (10 weeks- exception
February 15, March 15, 22 and April 5)
$90
Andrea will be teaching her popular Saturday morning core
class for all levels. This class will help students develop core
strength in a flow class that emphasizes engaging and moving
from the core muscles (not just the abs, but all the stabilizing
muscles that support your body). The body’s core is the
central support system that is constantly working to stabilize
the spine and protect the internal organs. Some intentional
abdominal work will be included in this all levels Hatha Flow
class, with modifications for beginners and options to deepen
for more advanced levels. Instructor: Andrea Robertson.
Location: Ottawa South Community Centre – Michael Jenkin
Hall.
Saturdays 8:15 am - 9:15 am
January 10 - April 11 (10 weeks- exception
February 14, March 14, 21 and April 4)
$95
Fit Yoga and Yin Stretch
Are you a fitness enthusiast or just looking to strengthen and
tone your body? You will love this blended yoga approach
to achieving your wellness goals. Increase your fitness
levels, play with body-weight-bearing poses, get your heart
pumping, while using your breath as a training tool. End
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Little Lotus Yoga™
Students registered in Little Lotus Yoga™ courses may receive notices via email from Little Lotus Yoga™.
You may opt out at any time.
Little Lotus Yoga™ - Mom & Baby Yoga
Regain strength, flexibility and stamina as you bond with
your baby in a supportive and welcoming environment. Tone
and lengthen your muscles, strengthen your posture, relax
and rejuvenate, relieve tension in the upper body, and safely
rebuild core strength. Enjoy special time with your baby as
you participate in this yoga practice together. Please bring
a blanket for your baby to sit on and a few favourite toys.
Special time is made for babies to enjoy their own yoga and
bond with mom through touch, movement and massage. This
class is designed for infants 6 weeks – beginning to crawl.
Location: Ottawa South Community Centre – Lounge.
Tuesdays 10:30 am - 11:30 am
January 13 – March 24 (10 weeks- exception March 17)
$150 (price is for mom with baby)
Little Lotus Yoga™ - Parent & Preschool
Yoga
Are you looking for a program that will allow your child to
develop a strong, flexible and healthy mind, body and spirit?
Would you like to help them increase their concentration,
attention and focus? Yoga for children is an opportunity for
them to find tranquility and peace in their busy little lives
while improving whole body health. This class is designed
for children ages 2-5. Location: Ottawa South Community
Centre – Michael Jenkin Hall.
Sundays 9:15 am - 10:15 am
January 11 - April 12 (10 weeks- exception
February 15, March 15, 22 and April 5)
$150 (parent and child)
Little Lotus Yoga™ - Prenatal Yoga
Utilize breathing techniques, increase strength and relieve
tension through yoga postures that relax the mind and body
while inviting the spirit to soar. Celebrate the life you are
creating for your little loved one while utilizing traditional
yoga postures and celebrating your power as a woman
while you prepare for childbirth. We’ve had mothers trying
to conceive join, mothers in early stages of labour, and
everywhere in between. Location: Ottawa South Community
Centre – Michael Jenkin Hall.
Tuesdays 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
January 13 – March 24 (10 weeks- exception March 17)
$150
Little Lotus Yoga™ - Parent & Youth Yoga
Spend time together, as a family, in a warm and welcoming
environment that allows you to explore yoga individually
within the same space and with some gentle partner poses.
This class is for children ages 7-12 and a parent/caregiver.
This yoga class enables you to explore the practice of Hatha
Yoga while enjoying time together. Location: Ottawa South
Community Centre – Michael Jenkin Hall.
Sundays 10:15 am - 11:15 am
January 11 - April 12 (10 weeks- exception
February 15, March 15, 22 and April 5)
$150 (parent and child)
Adult Sports
The following courses are open to participants ages 16 and older.
Tuesdays 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Volleyball
January 13 – March 24 (10 weeks- exception March 17)
$80
Bump into your friends and serve up some fun during these
recreational volleyball games. Facilitator: Bob Adamyk.
Badminton
Location: Hopewell School Large Gym.
Mondays 7:30 pm -10:00 pm
Don’t miss this chance to improve your badminton skills
January 12 – March 30 (10 weeks- exception
with other participants of varying skill levels. Racquets and
February 16 and March 16)
shuttles are provided for players. Join us for some fun and
$80
exercise. Facilitator: Bob Adamyk.
Basketball
Location: Hopewell School Large Gym.
Wednesdays 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Join us on the court for a game of pick-up basketball. Enjoy a January 14 – March 25 (10 weeks- exception March 18)
$80
weekly work-out! Facilitator: Bob Adamyk.
Location: Hopewell School Large Gym.
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Morning
Afternoon
Evening
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Flow Yoga
7:30 pm - 8:45 pm Zina
Richards
*Sunnyside Footsteps
Badminton
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Bob Adamyk
*Hopewell School Lg. Gym
IronCore Yoga
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Andrea Robertson
Yoga Flow & Pilates Core
6:15 pm - 7:15 pm
Zina Richards
Yoga for Athletes
6:00 - 7:00 pm
Andrea Robertosn
Ashtanga Yoga Flow
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Rhona Einbinder-Miller
Roll,Release &
Rejuvenate
8:00 pm - 8:55pm
Lori Meyers
Movement &
Meditation
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Tanya Robertson
Pilates Level 2/3
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Lori Meyers
Pilates Level 1
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Lori Meyers
Men’s Health and Fitness
5:00 pm – 6:00pm
Tyler Pearce
Stronger for Longer
12:45 pm - 2:00 pm
Joanne Hale
Better Balance
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Lori Meyers
Yin Yoga
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Debbie Michelin
Women & Weights
2:45 pm - 3:45 pm
Joanne Hale
Introduction to Free Weights
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Tyler Pearce
* All programs take place at the Ottawa South Community Centre (260 Sunnyside) unless otherwise noted.
Basketball
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Bob Adamyk
*Hopewell School Lg. Gym
Volleyball
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Bob Adamyk
*Hopewell School Lg. Gym
Cardio Weight Training
Circuit
7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Tyler Pearce
Restorative Yoga
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Rhona Einbinder-Miller
Little Lotus Yoga™ Prenatal
Yoga
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Core Challenge & Yoga
Stretch
11:30 am - 12:30 am
Diane Robertson
Gentle Yoga Tune Up™ for
Everybody
12:30 pm- 1:30 pm
Gabrielle Archer
Fit Yoga and Yin
Stretch
11:15 am - 12:30 pm
Gabrielle Archer
Little Lotus Yoga™
Parent and Youth Yoga
(7-12 yrs with parent/caregiver)
10:15 am - 11:15 am
Sunday
Core Challenge & Yoga
Stretch
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Diane Robertson
Core Yoga
8:15 am - 9:15 am
Andrea Robertson
Saturday
Little Lotus Yoga™
Mom & Baby Yoga
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Train Like An
Athlete
7:00 am - 8:00 am
Tyler Pearce
Friday
Little Lotus Yoga™
Parent and Preschool Yoga
(2-5 yrs with parent/caregiver)
9:15 am - 10:15 am
Thursday
Fit Fast Boot Camp
9:10 am - 10:10 am
Tanya Robertson
Babysitting Available
Wake up with
Essentrics
6:30 am - 7:30 am
Amanda Sterczyk
Wednesday
Yoga Flow & Pilates Core
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Lori Meyers
Tuesday
Yoga for Athletes
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Andrea Robertson
Gentle Hatha Yoga
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Diane Robertson
*Hopewell School Lg. Gym
Iron/Core Yoga
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Andrea Robertson
Stronger for Longer
12:45 pm - 2:00 pm
Joanne Hale
Hatha for Hips, Back and
Shoulders
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Andrea Robertson
Tabata with Tyler
7:00 am - 8:00 am
Tyler Pearce
Monday
Adult Health & Fitness
Adult Art & General Interest
*NEW* You and Your Puppy: Start Smart
Designed for puppies 12 weeks to 6 months. Our goals for the
Start Smart program include introducing your puppy to other
dogs as well as how to handle common puppy issues, such as
nipping, biting, jumping, and needless barking. Puppies will
start to learn good leash manners and the basic obedience
commands. Most importantly, you and your puppy will have
fun and make new friends in the doggie community.
NB: When arriving, puppies must be on-leash
Instructor: Jill Vyse, owner Capital Canine Training, CKC
member. Location: Ottawa South Community Centre Michael Jenkin Hall.
Saturdays 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
January 10 – March 7 (8 weeks - exception
February 14)
$105
*NEW* Dog Obedience: Basic Level
For dogs 7 months and older. Learn to train your dog in a fun,
positive way! This entry level training course will focus on
helping YOU teach your dog good manners as well as several
basic commands such as Sit and Stay, Down, Come and Heel.
Please have the dog on a leash, bring a sense of humour and
pooh bags. NB: all family members are invited. Instructor:
Jill Vyse - Owner Capital Canine Training, CKC member.
Location: Ottawa South Community Centre - Michael Jenkin
Hall.
Saturdays 2:00 pm –
3:00 pm
January 10 – March 7 (8
weeks - exception
February 14)
$105
Stitch’N B*tch
Stitch’N B*tch circles hail back to the 1940s when women
came together to stitch and chat. Our group follows suit, and
is creative, free, and open to all. We invite you to bring along
your crafting projects (e.g. hand sewing, knitting, crocheting, felting, etc.) a mug and your tales. Not sure what to
make? Rebekka Roy (www.birdyandbug.com) will share
her tools and teach the basics. Snack duty is shared amongst
participants. While this course is free, registration in advance
is required. Location: Ottawa South Community Centre Lounge.
Thursdays 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
January 15, February 19, March 26th
FREE
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*NEW* Old Ottawa South Artist’s Way
Creative Cluster: Part 1
Based on Julia Cameron’s international bestseller, The Artist’s
Way, this 6-week course is for anyone who desires a more
creative life. Participants, including the facilitator, will follow
Cameron’s 12-week course in creativity and meet weekly to
share experiences and progress as we all strive to find and
rekindle our passion. Instructor: Nerys Parry. Location: Ottawa South Community Centre – Lounge.
Sundays 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
January 18 - March 1 (6 weeks- exception February 15)
$175
*NEW* The Other Me
This course provides an opportunity for participants to explore their inner world and learn about themselves through
creative expression. Using a variety of materials and techniques, participants will make and later discuss theme related
images. Instructor: Jadzia Romaniec. Location: Ottawa
South Community Centre – Activity Room.
Tuesdays 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
February 3- March 10 (6 weeks)
$100
*NEW* Recipe as a Departure
Easy elegance, from classic to popular. You’ll be guided
through techniques and principles, creating personalized recipes with a 6 week course. Instructor: Susan Jessup, Cordon
Bleu-certified chef, founding member Slow Food Ottawa
Gatineau, an advisory board member of Savour Ottawa, coowner and executive chef of 42 Fine Foods, executive chef at
Café Chez Eric for 7 years, core instructor for 3 years at The
Urban Element. Location: Ottawa South Community Centre –
Kitchen/Dance Studio.
Sundays 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm
February 1, 8, 22, and March 1, 8, 29 (6 weeks exception March 15 and 22)
$180
Why Good Courses Get Cancelled:
Last minute registrations may be too late. Five
business days before a class is scheduled to start, the
enrolment will be reviewed. If the minimum number
of required participants has not been met, then the
class will be cancelled. Please register early!
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Memory & Aging
Cognition and Brain Training
This workshop will describe memory processes and controversies surrounding the definition and understanding of
memory from a scientific perspective. It will cover the key
role of memory in enabling our thoughts and actions, as well
as the interactions that we have in daily life. You’ll find out
how memory evolves throughout life, including how and
why it may decline with age, and discuss some theories and
techniques that may improve memory throughout life. Learn
about different brain systems and networks, and how they
function in health - including processes such as memory and
learning, and treatment options and methods that may help
improve performance. Instructors: Sheida Rabipour, Annick
Tanguay, Kylee Ramdeen. Location: Ottawa South Community Centre – Lounge.
Sunday, February 8th, 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
*FREE*
Learn more about cognition and cognitive processes and why
they are important in our day-to-day lives. Some examples include phenomena known as “change blindness” and “inattention blindness”. This workshop will discuss brain training, including common examples from industry as well as research.
Learn about different types of brain training (e.g., computerized programs, mindfulness-based practices, etc.) and how
they may be beneficial in different populations or to improve
different aspects of brain function in young and old. Instructors: Sheida Rabipour, Annick Tanguay, Kylee Ramdeen.
Location: Ottawa South Community Centre – Lounge.
Sunday, March 1st, 3:00pm – 4:30 pm
*FREE*
Morning
Adult Art & General Interest
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Cool Down
Coffee Club
1:00 pm 3:00 pm
Cool Down
Coffee Club
12:30 pm 1:30 pm
Cool Down
Coffee Club
1:00 pm 2:00 pm
Cool Down
Coffee Club
11:30 pm- 12:30 pm
& 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Cool Down
Coffee
Club
12:30 pm
- 1:30 pm
The Other Me
12:30pm 2:30pm
Jadzia Romaniec
Saturday
Sunday
You and Your
Puppy: Start
Smart
1:00 pm 2:00 pm
Jill Vyse
Old Ottawa South
Artist’s Way Creative
Cluster
1:00pm- 3:00pm
Nerys Parry
Dog Obedience:
Basic Level
2:00 pm - 3:00
pm
Jill Vyse
Recipe as a Departure
1:00 pm- 3:30 pm
Jan 25, Feb 1, 8, 22,
Mar 1, 8
Susan Jessup
Evening
Afternoon
Memory & Aging:
February 8th
Cognition and Brain
Training:
March 1st
3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Sheida Rabipour, Annick Tanguay, Kylee
Ramdeen
Old Ottawa
South Garden
Club
7:00 pm - 9:00
pm
January 12,
February 9,
March 9
Stitch N’ B*tch
January 15,
February 19,
March 26
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Rebekka Roy
Programs take place at the Ottawa South Community Centre (260 Sunnyside Ave.)
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Vitality 4 Life
OSCA recognizes that there are members of our community, either close to retirement, who have already retired, or who are
committed to continuing to lead a physically and mentally active lifestyle. In response to the ever-changing needs and interest
of the community, we have our “Vitality 4 Life”, which will offer active programs, workshops, and social groups.
*NEW* Cool Down Coffee Club
OSCA is excited to now offer a Cool Down Coffee Club
after our morning fitness classes. Come have a cup of coffee
or a glass of water, relax, and chat with some of the other
members of your class. This is a free drop-in to give our
participants the chance to socialize and catch up after class.
Coffee club is open to any members of the public. Location:
Ottawa South Community Centre- Lounge.
Mondays 1:00 pm- 3:00 pm (After Hatha for Hips,
Hatha for Hips Back and Shoulders- see page # 23
Mondays 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
January 12 – March 30 (10 weeks- exception February 16
and March 16)
$95
Stronger for Longer – see page # 20
Mondays 12:45 pm – 2:00 pm
January 12 – March 30 (10 weeks- exception February 16
and March 16)
$100
Thursdays 12:45 pm – 2:00 pm
January 15 – April 2 (10 weeks- exception February 12
and March 19)
$100
Mondays & Thursdays
$170
Back and Shoulders & Stronger for Longer)
Tuesdays 12:30 pm- 1:30 pm (After Core Challenge
and Yoga Stretch)
Wednesdays 1:00 pm- 2:00 pm (After Ashtanga Yoga
Flow)
Thursdays 11:30 am – 12:30 pm & 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
(After Core Challenge and Yoga Stretch & Stronger
for Longer)
Fridays 12:30 pm- 1:30 pm (After Yin Yoga)
(Look for the
symbol beside the classes).
Gentle Hatha Yoga – see page # 23
Mondays 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
January 12 – March 30 (10 weeks- exception February 16
and March 16)
$95
Wheel Throwing All Levels – see page # 34
Mondays 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
January 12 – March 30 (10 weeks- exception February 16
and March 16)
$230 + clay ($30/bag)
Thursdays 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
January 15 – March 26 (10 weeks- exception March 19)
$230 + clay ($30/bag)
Photo by Tom Alfoldi
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Vitality 4 Life (Cont’d)
Cardio Weight Training Circuit- see page # 20
Mondays 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
January 12 – March 30 (10 weeks - exception February 16
and March 16)
$100
Yin Yoga- see page # 26
Fridays 11:30 pm - 12:30 pm
January 16 – March 27 (10 weeks - exception March 20)
$90
*New* The Other Me- see page # 30
Tuesdays 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
February 3 – March 10 (6 weeks)
$100
*New* Better Balance- see page # 26
Fridays 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
January 16 – March 27 (10 weeks - exception March 20)
$92.50
Restorative Yoga - see page # 25
Tuesdays 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
January 13 – March 24 (10 weeks - exception March 17)
$90
Women & Weights – see page # 21
Saturdays 2:45 pm - 3:40 pm
January 10 - April 11 (10 weeks - exception February 14,
March 14, 21 and April 4)
$100
Wake Up With Essentrics - see page # 22
Wednesdays 6:30 am - 7:30 am
January 14 – March 25 (10 weeks - exception March 18)
$90
*NEW* 50+ Handbuilding - see page # 34
Wednesday 1:00 pm- 3:00 pm
January 14 – March 25 (10 weeks - exception March 18)
$230 + clay ($30/bag)
Flow Yoga- see page # 25
Wednesdays 7:30 pm - 8:45 pm
January 14 – March 25 (10 weeks - exception March 18)
$92.50
Men’s Health and Fitness – see page # 21
Thursdays 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
January 11 – April 12 (10 weeks - exception February 15,
March 15, 22 and April 5)
$100
*New* Gentle Yoga Tune Up for Everybodysee page # 27
Sundays 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
January 11 – April 12 (10 weeks - exception February 15
and March 15, 22 and April 5)
$90
*New* Old Ottawa South Creative Clustersee page # 30
Sundays 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
January 18 - March 1 (6 weeks- exception February 15).
$175
*New* Recipe as a Departure- see page # 30
Sundays 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
February 1, 8, 22, and March 1, 8, 29 (6 weeks - exception
March 15 and 22)
$180
Movement & Meditation – see page # 25
Thursdays 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
January 15 – March 26 (10 weeks - exception March 19)
$90
Roll, Release & Rejuvenate- see page # 26
Thursdays 8:00 pm - 8:55 pm
January 15, 22, 29, February 5, 12
$100
February 19, 26, March 5, 12, 26 $100
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Photo by Tom Alfoldi
Stitch ‘N B*tch – see page # 30
Thursdays 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
January 15, February 19, March 26th
FREE
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Ottawa South Pottery Studio
Seasonal Pottery Studio Membership
Memberships are available to those with previous pottery
experience. Membership includes storage shelf, use of pottery
facilities, equipment, glaze materials, and all firing. Complete
studio hours will be posted at the Firehall.
Pottery studio membership registration
Online: Thursday December 11th, 8:00 PM
In-Person: Opens Friday December 12th, 9:00 AM
January 1 – March 30 (13 weeks)
$200 + clay
Clay cost for adult courses is $30.00 per 25 lb. bag.
Private Pottery Lessons
If you are interested in private/semi-private pottery lessons or
a special event, please contact us at [email protected]
Pottery Studio Hours
Complete studio hours will be posted at the Firehall.
Adult Pottery Courses
The following courses are open to participants ages 16 and older.
Wheel Throwing All Levels
Small group format ensures students of all levels will
improve their creative abilities on the pottery wheel. Each
student works on his/her own wheel throughout the course.
All projects will be bisque fired and then students will
decorate them with our wide selection of glazes. Pieces will
then be glaze fired by our Pottery Technician before students
take their projects home. Our Instructor, Vickie Salinas,
is a highly respected potter and teaches throughout Ottawa.
Location: Ottawa South Community Centre – Pottery Studio.
Mondays 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
January 12 – March 30 (10 weeks- exception
February 16 and March 16)
$230 + clay ($30/bag)
Thursdays 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
January 15 – March 26 (10 weeks- exception March 19)
$230 + clay ($30/bag)
*NEW* 50+ Handbuilding
Ages 50+
No experience is necessary!
This course will cover the basics of hand-building as we
make ceramic projects using slabs, coils and pinch pots. We
will look at both functional projects, such as plates, mugs and
bowls, and decorative projects such as tiles, masks, and small
sculptural pieces. As we work, we will explore many different techniques for decorating our projects at various stages of
the process. Come join the fun! Instructor: Jocelyn Jenkins.
Location: Ottawa South Community Centre – Pottery Studio.
Wednesdays 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
January 14 – March 25 (10 weeks- exception
March 18)
$230 + clay ($30/bag)
Child & Youth Pottery
Preschool Pottery
Jr. & Sr. Kindergarten
Your child will be introduced to the magic of clay through
various hand building projects using the basics of coil, pinching and slab techniques. We will explore different clays and
use texture and colour to bring our projects to life! Our projects will be inspired by the winter season and our imaginations! Finished pieces will be uniquely decorated and glazed.
Price includes materials and firing.
Instructor: Jocelyn Jenkins. Location: Ottawa South
Community Centre – Pottery Studio.
Fridays 4:00 pm – 5:15 pm
January 16 – March 27 (10 weeks- exception March 20)
$150
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Kids Clay
Grades 1-3
Each session offers new projects in hand building both
creative and functional to challenge students’ creativity and
expand their clay abilities. Pieces will be decorated with slips
and glazes. Price includes materials and firing. Instructor:
Marie Hennessey. Location: Ottawa South Community
Centre – Pottery Studio.
Mondays 4:00 pm – 5:15 pm
January 12 – March 30 (10 weeks- exception
February 16 and March 16)
$165
Wednesdays 4:00 pm – 5:15 pm
January 14 – March 25 (10 weeks- exception March 18)
$165
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Youth Pottery
Grades 4 - 7
Make creative clay sculptures and projects using hand
building techniques. To finish your projects with surface
decoration, textures and glazing techniques will be introduced
plus some introduction to wheel throwing.
Instructor: Tuesday- Klara Bruehlmann, Thursday- Marie
Hennessey. Location: Ottawa South Community Centre –
Pottery Studio.
Tuesdays 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
January 13 – March 24 (10 weeks- exception
March 17)
$165
Thursdays 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
January 15 – March 26 (10 weeks- exception March 19)
$165
Child, Youth, and Adult Pottery
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Youth Pottery
(9-15 years)
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Marie
Hennessey
Preschool
Pottery
(4-5 years)
4:00 pm 5:15 pm
Jocelyn
Jenkins
Evening
50+ Handbuilding
(50 + years)
1:00 pm 3:00 pm
Jocelyn Jenkins
Kids Clay
(Grades 1-3)
4:00 pm - 5:15 pm
Marie
Hennessey
Wheel Throwing All
Levels
(Ages 16+)
6:30 pm - 9:00pm
Vickie
Salinas
Youth Pottery
(9-15 years)
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Klara Bruehlmann
Kids Clay
(Grades 1-3)
4:00 pm - 5:15 pm
Marie
Hennessey
Wheel Throwing All
Levels
(Ages 16+)
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Vickie
Salinas
Programs take place at the Ottawa South Community Centre (260 Sunnyside Ave.)
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Old Ottawa South Garden Club Program 2014 – 2015
Old Ottawa South Garden Club members represent a
mix of beginners and more experienced gardeners, with
gardens that range from pot-filled apartment balconies
to professionally landscaped lots. We share the passion,
curiosity, frustration, and pleasure of this pastime.
Meetings: Ottawa South Community Centre (The Firehall),
260 Sunnyside Avenue.
Time: Second Monday of the month : 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Membership: $25 per year; $40 for a family; drop-in fee $7 per meeting.
Information: Ottawa South Community Centre at
613 247 4946.
Monday, January 12 - The Walled Garden - Enjoy a
virtual guided-tour of Ottawa’s own heritage garden and
national historic site, Maplelawn Garden (www.maplelawn.
ca); the tour will cover the garden’s history, significance,
restoration, and plant material.
Monday, February 9 - The Edible Garden - Welcome
back Rebecca Last! Rebecca has been experimenting with
adding edibles to her garden and will share the results with
us; she will also update us about current permaculture
techniques and how we might incorporate them into our
gardens.
Monday, March 9 - The Rock Garden - Featuring the
use of variously sized rocks and plantings native to rocky
or alpine environments, rock gardens are an interesting
addition to the roster of garden styles. Judy Wall, of Rock
Wall Gardens (www.rockwallgardens.com), will illustrate
the elements of rock gardening—with special emphasis on
the use of native and local plants.
Monday, April 13 - The Contained Garden - Christine
Libon, a local horticulturist ([email protected]), will share
her expertise in container gardening. Christine will cover
creative choices for plant material, selection of appropriate
containers and planting medium, general maintenance, and
illustrate her talk with examples of the numerous containers
she has designed.
Saturday, May 9 - The Community Gardener - Bring
potted and labelled perennial plants to exchange. Set up
starts at 9:30 A.M., exchange starts at 10 A.M., sale of
remaining plants follows. At Brewer Park near the shelter
at the children’s playground.
Monday, May 11 - The Tormented Gardener - Master
Gardener Diane McClymont-Peace will discuss what insect
pests and diseases to look out for month by month, from
April to November, and how to organically control or
manage them
Photo by Neville Arnold
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Registration Policies
Payment
On-Line Registration payment by Visa or MasterCard
only.
In-Person Registration Payment can be made by Debit,
VISA , MasterCard, exact cash or cheques payable to
OSCA. There will be a $25 charge for NSF cheques.
Adult Programs include 13% HST where applicable.
Refund Policy
Refund requests must be submitted in writing via email to
[email protected], unless otherwise noted.
Administrative fees: $10 ($25 for After 4)
Prorating: All refunds are pro-rated.
Cancelled programs: Full refund. No administration fee.
Classes/Weekly programs
Program Dates
Program dates are listed below each course outline.
Please note dates when you register, as we do not
contact participants prior to the start of classes.
Allergies & Health Concerns
Please help us reduce the risk to participants with LIFE
THREATENING ALLERGIES TO PEANUTS/NUTS
and BYPRODUCTS. Please do not eat any foods that
contain peanut/nut by-products while at the centre.
Photograph Waiver
Please note on our registration form if you do not wish
your photo to be used for promotion purposes. Note:
the waiver applies to both children and adults.
Cancelled Classes
On occasion, classes are cancelled due to unforeseen
circumstances (sick instructor, gym cancellation).
We try to make up these classes, but it is not always
possible for us to do so.
Refund requests will be accepted prior to the second class.
All refund requests submitted after the second class will
only be accepted with an accompanying medical note and a
refund request form. Please ask for a refund request form at
the Firehall front desk (260 Sunnyside Ave.)
Workshops/PD days
Refund requests must be submitted 48 hours in advance.
Within 48 hours: Contingent upon overall registration and
up to a 50% maximum refund. Administration fees apply.
After 4 ($25 admin fee)
Grades 1 - 6: Refund requests must be submitted
prior to the 1st of the month. After the 15th of the month:
Contingent upon overall registration. 50% maximum. Fees
applied
JK/SK: Refund requests must be submitted prior to
the 1st of the month. The last month’s deposit is nonrefundable.
We make every effort to ensure the program information is accurate. Occasionally arrangements change after the
brochure goes to print. Should this occur, the on-line brochure will be the most up to date.
Program Subsidies
OSCA is able to set aside a small amount of money to help
those in need for a variety of reasons. None of the funding
comes from Municipal, Provincial or Federal government
grants.
- A subsidy will only be considered for persons applying to
OSCA prior to registration.
- Full payment is required for all programs in order to
register.
- Subsidy amounts, if applicable, will be issued upon
approval of application.
- A subsidy will be provided only where financial need has
been demonstrated by one or more of the following:
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a) Receipt of Ontario Works,
b) Receipt of Ontario Disability Pension,
c) Receipt of Childcare Benefits,
d) A current T4 Slip/Income Tax Return.
- Subsidies are limited and applications, unless in cases
of emergency, cannot be considered once programs have
begun.
- Subsidies will also be considered on an emergency basis
due to extenuating circumstances.
Please contact OSCA Executive Director Christy Savage
for all subsidy requests:
(613) 247-4872 or [email protected].
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