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SWIM, SKATE, FITNESS,
SPECIAL EVENTS
AND ADMISSIONS
GENERAL PROGRAMS &
SPECIAL EVENTS
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FITNESS
PILATES & SPIN
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FITNESS
GENERAL FITNESS
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FITNESS
YOGA & CHEM/CROFTON
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GENERAL PROGRAMS/SPECIAL EVENTS
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PRESCHOOL TO ADULT
@ Various locations
Ball Hockey (5 to 10yrs)
Fuller Lake Arena
Basic ball hockey skills with the focus on fun
and teamwork. Each session will feature
a short lesson followed by a game. The
following gear is required: CSA approved
helmet with a full face shield, gloves, stick,
jock/jill and a good pair of runners. Elbow
pads, soft knee pads and shin guards are
also recommended but not mandatory.
Mondays
Apr 27 to Jun 8
5 to 7yrs
4:30pm to 5:30pm
$39 for 6 sessions
#20399
Martial Monkeys (2 to 5yrs)
Instructor: Crystal Ericksen
Have a lil’ ninja with lots of energy? This
class will incorporate, fun, games, martial
arts activities to combat the extra energy
they have.
Tuesdays
3pm to 3:30pm
Apr 28 to May 19
$25.85 for 4 sessions
#19800
Teenie Tiny Zumba (2 to 5yrs)
Instructor: Kim Magnan
Have a pint size dancing princess?
8 to 10yrs
5:35pm to 6:35pm Learn to move to the music, some Zumba
$39 for 6 sessions
#20400 steps, meet new friends and have fun!
Join Kim on Wednesday morning for this
exciting new class.
Bed Time Power Hour (3 to 6yrs)
Wednesdays
9:15am to 9:45am
Cowichan Aquatic Centre
Apr 1 to Apr 22
A busy mom or dad trying to get back in
$25.85 for 4 sessions
#19943
shape before summer?! Take some much
Wednesdays
9:15am to 9:45am
needed time out for yourself while we tire
Apr 29 to May 20
the kids out before bed! Our highly skilled,
$25.85 for 4 sessions
#19944
fully certified instructors will entertain your
child with fun pool activities, and a bonus
swim lesson component, while you get that
Splash into Crafts (3 to 6yrs)
workout in that you deserve!
Cowichan Aquatic Centre
Tuesdays/Thursdays
5:15pm to 6:45pm Play fun aquatic games and practice Red
Apr 7 to Apr 16
Cross Preschool Swimming skills. An
$40 for 4 sessions
#20481 unparented class provides your little one
with a great time in the water while still
getting to be crafty.
Tuesdays/Thursdays
4pm to 5:30pm
Apr 7 to Apr 16
$40 for 4 sessions
#20470
Easter Egg Hunt - Fuller Lake Park
Bring the family down to Fuller Lake Park
on the Easter weekend for a good old
fashioned Easter egg hunt. We will have
a separate area for toddlers to search for
eggs. Also there will be family activities
after the egg hunt.
*Sponsored by the Chemainus - Crofton
#4400 Fraternal Order of Eagles
Saturday, April 4th
10am start to the egg hunt
Underwater Easter Egg Hunt
Cowichan Aquatic Centre
Hippity Hoppity Easters on its way, and
you’re looking for a fun different family
activity this year. Come check out the
Underwater Easter egg hunt at the
Cowichan Aquatic Centre.
Sunday, April 5th 11am to 1pm
Regular Admission Applies
Junior Lifeguard (11 to 15yrs)
Cowichan Aquatic Centre
Participate in activities similar to those
of real lifeguards in a safe, clean and fun
setting. Experience the skills and even some
of the real life experiences of lifesaving and
lifeguarding.
Mondays/Wednesdays
5pm to 6pm
April 8th to April 29th
$45 for 7 sessions
#20504
Stroke & Skill
Development (6 to 12yrs)
Crofton Drop-In Sports
(Grades 2 to 9)
Crofton Elementary School Gym
Join all your friends for this energetic and
exciting hour of play and recreation.
Wednesdays, Apr 8 to Jun 10
Grades 2 to 4 6pm to 7pm
Grades 5 to 9 7pm to 8pm
No charge
Firehall Fridays (12 to 18yrs)
Instructor: Laura Chappell
Cowichan Neighbourhood House
Join us for pool tournaments, arts & crafts,
trivia nights and sports in the gym.
Fridays
7pm to 10pm
Apr 10 to Jun 26
No charge
Project: Breakfast (Grades 8 to 12)
Chemainus Secondary School
We know sometimes it’s hard to wake up
in the morning and sometimes you hit the
snooze button so many times that you
don’t have time to eat breakfast before
school! But we also know how important
breakfast is to your health! We have teamed
up with local businesses and organizations
to provide students with breakfast every
Monday morning at Chemainus Secondary.
Grab something on your way to class or stay
and hang out with our Youth Workers while
you eat.
Mondays
8am to 8:40am
Apr 13 to Jun 15
Chemainus Secondary School
No Charge
Cowichan Aquatic Centre
Ideal for comprehending difficult skills or
just perfecting your skills to continue on
with swim lessons.
The Crawls
Tuesdays/Thursdays
4pm to 4:30pm
April 7th to April 30th
$40 for 8 sessions
#20473
The Kicks
Mondays/Wednesdays
Apr 8 to Apr 28
#20474
4pm to 4:30pm
$35 for 7 sessions
Surfing & Boogie
Boarding Intro (6 to 10yrs)
Cowichan Aquatic Centre
Learn basic skills and knowledge for
participating in surfing activities including
paddling techniques on boards, turning your
board and body position.
Friday
4pm to 6pm
Apr 10
$22 for 1 session
#20472
FITNESS PROGRAMS
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PILATES & SPIN
@ the Cowichan Aquatic Centre
Pilates Beginners
Instructor: Anne Kerswell
Looking to get started in Pilates or
recovering from an injury? Pilates will get
you in touch with your figure. This is a great
way to be introduced to the world of Pilates,
learning the exercise movements and
correct breathing.
Thursdays, Apr 2 to Apr 23
10:15am to 11am
$33 + tax for 4 sessions
#19742
Thursdays, Apr 30 to May 21
10:15am to 11am
$33 + tax for 4 sessions
#19843
Pilates Intermediate
Instructor: Anne Kerswell
Pilates will get you in touch with your figure.
This is a great way to continue in the work
of Pilates, learn the exercise movements and
correct breathing.
Thursdays, Apr 2 to Apr 23
9:15am to 10:15am
$36 + tax for 4 sessions
#19846
Thursdays, Apr 30 to May 21
9:15am to 10:15am
$36 + tax for 4 sessions
Pilates Advanced
#19847
Instructor: Anne Kerswell
Enrich your core, and posture using true
traditional Pilates strength and flexibility
exercises. With the addition of props you
will receive maximum toning benefit. Anne’s
technique focused approach really makes
you get the most out of each and every
workout.
Tuesdays/Thursdays, Apr 28 to May 21
9:40am to 10:40am / 8:15am to 9:15am
$75 + tax for 8 sessions
#19851
$37.50 + tax for 4 sessions
Pilates on Springs
Instructor: Anne Kerswell
Enhance your core strength, increase reach
and flexibility, sure footed ness, agility and
improved posture. With a spring loaded
chair, resistance can be easily adjusted to
meet your potential.
Tuesdays, Apr 28 to May 19
8:30am to 9:30am
$56 + tax for 4 sessions
#19835
Wednesdays, Apr 1 to Apr 22
6:30pm to 7:30pm
$56 + tax for 4 sessions
#19822
Wednesdays, Apr 29 to May 20
6:30pm to 7:30pm
$56 + tax for 4 sessions
#19839
Spin
Instructor: Kate Bond
Spin classes can be a great way to get in a
vigorous workout -- burning calories and
keeping your muscles in shape.
Ultimately participants determine their own
levels of exertion, something that works
better for some folks than others.
Necessary to bring with you a water bottle
and small hand towel.
Tuesdays/Thursdays, Apr 28 to May 21
6:20pm to 7:20pm
$36 + tax for 8 sessions
#19658
Tuesdays/Thursdays, Apr 28 to May 21
5:15pm to 6:15pm
$36 + tax for 8 sessions
#19661
Intermediate Spin
Instructor: Kate Bond
Taken Rookie Spin and want a little more of
a challenge…let Kate charge it up and get
you ready those padded shorts and special
shoes . Beginner still welcome!
Wednesdays, Apr 15 to May 6
5:30pm to 6:30pm
$31.50 + tax for 7 sessions
#20457
Senior Spin
Instructor: Kate Bond
A fun way to boost your cardio without
extreme impact on your back, legs, and
joints? Kate will show you how to set your
bike. Variety of hand and body positions
and drills that will challenge each individual.
Tuesdays, Apr 14 to May 5
5:30pm to 6:15pm
$28.90 + tax for 7 sessions
#19641
REGISTER FOR PROGRAMS
Registrations are taken at either Fuller Lake Arena or the
Cowichan Aquatic Centre either in person or over the phone.
In person you can pay with cash, debit or credit card (Visa or
MasterCard).
Over the phone payment is only accepted with a credit card (Visa
or MasterCard).
Fuller Lake Arena
2876 Fuller Lake Road
250.246.3811
Cowichan Aquatic Centre
2653 James Street
250.746.7665
FITNESS PROGRAMS
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GENERAL FITNESS
@ Various locations
Body Sculpt Beginner
Instructor: Natasha Salway
Looking for a Sculpted body? We can help
you achieve this with a program tailored
just for you, using the cardio equipment,
the strength machines as well as some free
weights. By the end you will be confident in
any gym and be able to progress through
any type of training.
Tuesdays, Apr 28 to May 26
1pm to 2pm
$45 + tax for 3 sessions
#19635
Body Sculpt
Instructor: Natasha Salway
Got a plan that isn’t working? Enhance,
reshape, remodel, rework it. Simply put we
take a small group, revamp your personal
plan, focus your target and get you
motivated.
Thursdays, Apr 30 to May 28 5:45pm to 6:45pm
$60 + tax for 4 sessions
#19636
Core Fit
Instructor: Rachel Ellis
A strong, lean core can increase energy, beat
back pain and keep you looking and feeling
fit and healthy.
Mons/Weds, Apr 27 to May 20
6am to 7am
$26.81 + tax for 7 sessions
#19694
Tues/Thurs, Apr 28 to May 21
6am to 7am
$30.67 + tax for 8 sessions
#19697
Fall Prevention Fitness
Instructor: Natasha Salway
Increase muscle strength, improve mobility
and balance and get you on the road to
feeling stronger.
Monday, Apr 13 to May 4
10am to 11am
$18 + tax for 4 sessions
#19959
Wednesdays, Apr 1 to Apr 22
10:30am to 11:30am
$18 + tax for 4 sessions
#19962
Wednesdays, Apr 29 to May 20
10:30am to 11:30am
$18 + tax for 4 sessions
#19963
Minds in Motion
Instructor: Jenesa Tomich
Designed for people diagnosed with
Alzheimer and related dementia. Enjoy light
exercise conducted by a certified fitness
instructor, followed by activities or games
and social time in a relaxed atmosphere.
In partnership with the Alzheimer’s
Association.
Mondays, Apr 27 to Jun 8
1pm to 3pm
$42 + tax for 7 sessions
#19775
Tuff Family
Instructor: Morne and Paula
Does your family want to get healthier,
stronger and improve their fitness level?
Whether it is your parent, grandparent, aunt,
uncle, niece, nephew, son or daughter, every
family member is welcome. Join Morne’,
Paula and their family as you learn the skills
to complete the final challenge, an obstacle
course.
Wednesdays
6:30pm to 7:30pm
Apr 15 to May 27
#19769
$57.50 + tax for 8 sessions, 2nd Adult
$38.84, Youth $28.74 and Child $19.14
Weights for Lunch
Instructor: Natasha Salway
Looking for that Lunch time workout? If you
want to lose fat or change your body, one
of the most important things you can do
is lift weights. Diet and cardio are equally
important, but when it comes to changing
how your body looks, weight training wins
hands down. Sign up now this program is
for you!
Tuesdays/Thursdays
12:10pm to 12:50pm
Apr 28 to May 21
$48.65 + tax for 5 sessions
#19705
Crofton Zumba
Instructor: Kim Magnan
Crofton Community Centre
An exhilarating, effective and easy to
follow calorie burning dance fitness party.
Zumba blends Latin inspirited music with
continuous dance steps.
Mondays, Apr 20 to Jun 1
6:30pm to 7:30pm
$42 + tax for 3 sessions
#20487
Zumba - CAC
Instructor: Kim Magnan
Combines irresistible Latin and international
music with dynamic and simple exercise
moves that anyone can do. Feel the rush of
energy, get fit while having fun!
Mondays, Apr 27 to May 25
9:15am to 10:15am
$32 + tax for 4 sessions
#19947
Zumba - Fuller Lake Arena
Instructor: Dominica Dorazio-Shillito
An exhilarating, effective and easy to
follow calorie burning dance fitness party.
Zumba blends Latin inspirited music with
continuous dance steps.
Mondays, Apr 20 to Jun 1
6:30pm to 7:30pm
$42 + tax for 3 sessions
#20407
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FITNESS PROGRAMS
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YOGA
@ Cowichan Aquatic Centre
Beginner Plus Yoga
development. Your child will sleep longer,
digest better and grow stronger. A
Instructor: Mara Narbutas
wonderful sharing experience.
Fuller Lake Arena
A gentle, relaxing, slow paced yoga practice Mondays, Apr 13 to May 4
and will be incorporating breathing practices 10:30am to 11:15am
$28 for 3 sessions
#20081
to release stress and increase well being.
Postures will be modified to accommodate
mobility limitations and individual needs. No Yang & Yin Spynoga
yoga experience necessary.
Instructor: Chantell Foss
Tuesdays, Apr 7 to May 12
30 minutes of adrenaline pumping cycling
4:30pm to 6pm
drills all done to music that will keep you
$63 + tax for 6 sessions #20489 motivated. Followed by a sumptuous,
meditative yoga practice to enhance your
Thursdays, Apr 9 to May 14
vitality and sense of well-being.
4:30pm to 6pm
Tuesdays, Apr 7 to Apr 28
$63 + tax for 6 sessions #20490
12:15pm to 1:30pm
$37.50 for 4 sessions
#20062
Chair Yoga
Instructor: Tamara Edwards
No matter what age you are or what
condition you are in, you can experience the
health benefits of yoga. Balance, strength,
stretch & more!
Thursdays, Apr 9 to Apr 30
2:45pm to 4pm
$56 + tax for 4 sessions
#20068
Couples Yoga
Instructor: Tamara Edwards
Partner yoga is a great way to connect to
your special someone. A gentle way to share
and help open the heart.
Saturdays, Apr 11 to Apr 25
4pm to 5:30pm
$56 + tax for 4 sessions
#20064
Parent & Toddler Yoga
Instructor: Tamara Edwards
Enhance your child’s mental and physical
Yoga for Athletes
Instructor: Chantell Foss
Your hard-working body needs flexibility
and holistic strength to be well-trained.
Explore a well-rounded yoga practice to
support your busy life.
Mondays, Apr 2 to Apr 23
6:30pm to 7:45pm
$37.50 + tax for 4 sessions
#19627
Mondays, Apr 30 to May 21
6:30pm to 7:45pm
$37.50 + tax for 4 sessions
Yoga for Stress Reduction
Instructor: Tamara Edwards
A great way to reduce stress, stay in shape
and calm the mind. This class will remove
tension from your body and mind and
restore energy and joy. A great start to your
weekend.
Fridays, Apr 10 to May 17
12:30pm to 2pm
$37.50 + tax for 4 sessions
#20065
55+ Hatha Yoga
Instructor: Tamara Edwards
Whether you are new to yoga or have been
practicing for years, this class will help you
improve strength, flexibility and balance
while promoting overall well-being. Simple
classic movements for any level.
Thursdays, Apr 9 to Apr 30
1pm to 2:30pm
$56 + tax for 4 sessions
#20066
#19628
Yoga Retreat
Instructor: Gwen Siciliano
Learn the basics of a slow flow style Yoga
mixed in with some yummy restorative yin
yoga. If you have never practiced yoga
or you are looking for a place to nurture
yourself this is for you.
Monday, Apr 27 30
6:30pm to 8:30pm
$18.20 + tax for 1 session
#19599
REGISTER FOR PROGRAMS
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Cowichan Aquatic Centre either in person or over the phone.
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In person you can pay with cash, debit or credit card (Visa or
MasterCard).
Over the phone payment is only accepted with a credit card (Visa
or MasterCard).
Fuller Lake Arena
2876 Fuller Lake Road
250.246.3811
Cowichan Aquatic Centre
2653 James Street
250.746.7665