The Key - Spring 2009 - Recreation _ Culture

Index

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Recreation & Culture

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Parks

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Community

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COMMUNITY

PARKS

REGISTRATION

Registration Tree Stewardship............................126

Information.......................................88

Children (5-12) GOLF

Chippewa Summer Camps...............95 THUNDER BAY

Community Centres ................113-124

Girl Power......................................103 Spring Golf Lessons.......................127

Inclusion Services...................131-132 Junior Golf Camps .........................128

Neighbourhood Recreation ............100 Junior Skills Clinic.........................128

P.R.O. Kids .................................97-98 2009 Membership Rates ................129

Youth SpecialtyPrograms...............101 Wee Links Golf Clinics..................130

Junior Golf and P.R.O. Kids ..........130

Youth (13-18)

Community Centres ................113-124

Girl Power......................................103 COMMUNITY

High Five PHCD Certification ......101 AQUATICS

Inclusion Services ............................96

Junior Golf .....................................128 Swim Program Information ...........136

P.R.O. Kids .................................97-98 General Information.......................135

Tennis......................................125-126 Registration Information................135

Volunteer Opportunities ...................99 Leadership Schedule ......................139

Youth Week ....................................102 Adult Health, Wellness & Fitness..140

Recreational Swim Schedules........141

Adult Birthday Parties..............................141

Active Living/Specialty..............89-91

Community Centres ................113-124

Fitness ........................................92-93

Golf ........................................127, 129 CANADA GAMES COMPLEX

Inclusion Services...................131-132

Tennis......................................125-126 Adult Health,Wellness

& Fitness ........................................153

Older Adults Adult Learn to Swim .....................149

Community Centres ...............113-124 Aquatic Fitness ............................. 149

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Herb Carroll 55 Plus Centre.......110-112 Babysitting Service .......................151

Thunder Bay 55 Plus Centre .....104-109 Diving Club....................................150

Volunteer Opportunities ...................99 First Aid & CPR Training..............148

Fitness & Lifestyle Appraisal ........154

Community Interest Learn to Swim ...............................146

Active Living/Specialty..............89-91 Lifesaving Programs .....................148

Community Partners for Stroke .....133 Recreational Swim Schedule .........150

Get Active Equipment Bag ............133 Registration Procedure...................142

High Five PHCD Certification ......101 Squash ............................................152

Inclusion Services ............................96 User Policy.....................................143

Inclusion Recreation Forum...........133

Leisure Resources Committee .......133

P.A.L Card......................................132

Instructor Opportunities ...................94

Tree Stewardship............................126

Volunteer Opportunities ...................99 To Register

Call Now!

625-8463 87

How to Register

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Federal Children’s Fitness Tax Credit

The Federal Children’s Fitness Tax Credit is a non-refundable tax credit on eligible amounts of up to $500 paid by

parents/guardians to register their children under the age of 16 in an eligible program of physical activity. The credit

applies to supervised children’s programs which have a significant physical activity component and meet specified

criteria. For more information about the criteria, go to www.cra-arc.gc.ca/whatsnew/fitness-e.html.

Parents/guardians are encouraged to keep ALL receipts for sports & recreation programs for 2008. The Federal

Government plans to release full guidelines for claims with the 2008 general tax benefit guide.



Problem registering?

Please call the Systems

Community Services Department









Planning Coordinator

at 625-2879









88

Active Living / Specialty

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Active Living / Specialty

To register call 625-2351 or 625-(TIME)8463

Yoga – All Levels Tai Chi-Beginners Cardio Salsa New!

The benefits of practicing yoga include This traditional Chinese martial art is Are you ready to explore another

increased strength, flexibility and relax- taught as a meditative practice that dimension of dance and movement?

ation. You will have the opportunity to develops strength, coordination, self Step into the spicy Latin and Caribbean

integrate mind and body through a awareness, concentration and inner rhythms. Carmela will help perfect your

series of exercises and breathing tech- peace. Latin hip motion and keep you burning

niques. No matter what your yoga level, Saturdays calories from beginning to end. Grab a

this class will promote stress release March 28-May 23 10:00-11:00 am friend and sign up early! Partners not

and a feeling of total well-being. Instructor: Sita Holland required.

Fee: $65.00 & GST Wednesdays

Tuesdays Ogden Community Centre April 1-May 20 8:00-9:30 pm

March 24-May 19 6:30-8:00 pm 600 McKenzie Street Instructor: Carmela Fabro

Fee: $50.00 & GST Code: 182298 Fee: $65.00 & GST

Code: 186337 Bishop Gallagher School, 159 Clayet

Tai Chi- St. (use the school’s back entrance)

Thursdays Intermediate-Advanced Code: 182504



New!

March 26-May 21 6:30-8:00 pm Continue on with your Tai Chi course

Fee: $50.00 & GST with Sita on Saturday mornings with Joy of Line Dancing!

Code: 186338 this Traditional Chinese martial art. For Line Dancing isn’t just country and

Instructor: Uma (Irene) Darcis those who have completed the beginner western any more! It’s modern, urban

Ogden Community Centre level. Casual dress and wear athletic sophistication, flowing waltz and night-

600 McKenzie Street footwear. club rhythms, and Latin flavor. It is fun,

Saturdays great exercise, and it will free the

March 28-May 23 11:00 am-12:00 pm dancer in you! Learn new and tradition-

Stretching Mind & Body Instructor: Sita Holland al line dances in a comfortable, wel-

A holistic program which incorporates Fee: $65.00 & GST coming class. Beginners welcome! Two

yoga, breathing, stretching and medita- Ogden Community Centre left feet welcome! No partners neces-

tion techniques designed to stimulate 600 McKenzie Street sary.

body awareness, enhance overall health Code: 182301 Tuesdays

and well being and strengthen the March 31-May 19 8:00-9:30 pm

mind/body connection. We will also Instructor: Armin Del Rosario

blend some Qi Gong “Cheegong” pat-

Thunder Bay-You

Should Be Dancing!! New! Fee: $65.00 & GST

terns and techniques into the program. Pope John Paul ll

No class April 13 & May 18 If you watch “Dancing with the Stars” 205 Franklin Street

Mondays & Thursdays wishing you and your partner could Code: 182302

March 23-May 28 6:30-8:00 pm learn the passionate Tango or the seduc-

tive Rumba, now is the time to take the

Instructor: Marina McEachern

first steps. Learn how to Ballroom and

Stretching

Fee: $80.00 & GST Mind & Body Qi Gong

C.D. Howe School Latin dance for fun, fitness, social or

special occasions such as Weddings, Qi Gong, “Cheegong” is an energy

30 Wishart Cres. healing discipline of traditional Chinese

Corporate events and Holidays. You

Code: 182292

New! and your partner will gain confidence in

a fun, relaxed atmosphere. Attire for the

medicine which anyone can master. As

seen on Oprah, Dr. Oz has demonstrat-

Intro to Reflexology

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class is casual clothing with hard soled ed the gentle breathing and stretching

Put your feet up and relax. Let Sandy shoes. No runners. exercises which have relieved people of

teach you the basics of this amazing Wednesdays the pain and suffering brought on by

natural health therapy. Reflexology is April 1-May 20 6:30-8:00 pm age or injury. Benefits include an

more than just a foot rub. Learn how to Instructor: Carmela Fabro increase in energy and stamina, stress

create relaxation, ease pain, and stimu- Fee: $65.00 & GST per person and pain relief, delayed aging and

late the body to heal itself by applying Bishop Gallagher School, improved mental awareness. Marina

pressure to reflex spots on 59 Clayet St. (use the school’s back offers group instruction with attention

your feet. entrance) to individual needs.

Saturday Code: 182503 Tuesdays

May 2 12:30-4:30 pm March 24-May 19 6:30-7:30 pm

Instructor: Sandy Hay Instructor: Marina McEachern

Fee: $50.00 & GST Fee: $60.00 & GST

Ogden Community Centre C.D. Howe School

600 McKenzie Street 30 Wishart Cres.

Code: 183137 Code: 185987





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Active Living / Specialty

Basic Belly Dance Design for Less New! Tea Time: Savour the Pleasure

Awaken the Goddess in you when you If you love your home but your living of Full Leaf Teas

learn the sensual art of belly dance. Let space needs a facelift, join Shauna who In this class you’ll learn the history of

one of Thunder Bay’s premier belly is a Professional Interior Decorator. She tea, where it comes from, why full leaf

dancers show you how to enhance your has designed this course to help give tea is a better choice than tea bags, the

self-esteem and become familiar with you the tools you need to maximize spcifics of creating a tea ritual at home

your femininity regardless of your décor without breaking the bank! and how to buy and store tea. And for

shape or size. Specific areas that will be covered the highlight of the evening you will

Tuesdays include color, lighting, art & acces- taste “benchmark teas” in each of the

March 24-May 19 6:00-7:00 pm sories, window & floor treatment as categories; white, green oolong, and

Instructor: Sandy Hay well as furniture selection and place- black. Come out and enjoy this one

Fee: $60.00 & GST ment. Register early as this one night evening of sampling with Colleen.

St. Martin School course is sure to be a popular course for Thursday

115 Mary Street West your Spring home improvement list! April 23 6:30-8:00 pm

Code: 182309 Monday Instructor: Colleen Gouliquer

April 20 7:00-9:00 pm Fee: $25.00 & GST

Beyond Basic Belly Dance Instructor: Shauna Blunt Steeper’s

Technique #1 Fee: $35.00 & GST 122 May St. N.

Now that you’ve mastered the basic Hammarskjold High School Code: 185537

New!

belly dance moves, continue with your 80 Clarkson Ave S

journey into this amazing art form with Code: 183187 Pole the Parks

intermediate moves that will continue Do you want to get more benefits from

to challenge you physically as well as Care Free Dance Party your walking routine? Do you want to

create a more sensual goddess spirit in Workout- explore Thunder Bay’s fabulous parks

you! Emphasis on the ¾ shimmy. Pre Fort William on foot? Do you want to try out those

requisite is Basic Belly Dance. “u gon get hook” as you groove and Nordic poles you’ve heard so much

Tuesdays sweat to a mix of different rhythms. about? If so, join us for Pole the Parks!

March 24-May 19 7:00-8:00 pm Enjoy reggae, soca, jazzy latin fusions This whole-body gentle walking work-

Instructor: Sandy Hay and even some unstructured “aint noth- out uses two poles similar to “ski poles:

Fee: $60.00 & GST ing but a she thing”…kinda tunes! Join for stability and extra propulsion.

St. Martin School this dance- inspired fitness class for Walking poles can protect joints, tone

115 Mary Street West adults who enjoy music and movement. up your muscles, and increase calorie

Code: 182315 You will have so much fun, you’ll for- burning. Practice your technique, meet

get that it’s a workout! some new friends and explore a differ-

Belly Dance Choreography Thursdays ent Thunder Bay park every week.

Now that you have awakened the March 26-May 21 6:45-7:45 pm Bring your own poles or purchase from

Goddess, have even more fun incorpo- Instructor: Deb Kankkunen the instructor.

rating your new moves into a choreo- Fee: $50.00 & GST Saturdays

graphed dance routine. You’ll learn Westmount School March 28-April 18 10:00-11:00 am

seductive sequences that will enable 120 Begin St. W. Instructor: Nancy Angus

you to perform a mesmerizing belly Code: 182317 Fee: $27.00 & GST

dance from start to finish. Pre requisite First Saturday meet at the International

to this class is Basic Belly Dance or Care Free Dance Party Friendship Gardens on Victoria

equivalent. Avenue.

Workout Code: 183138

Tuesdays

Port Arthur

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March 24-May 19 8:00-9:00 pm

Instructor: Sandy Hay “u gon get hook” as you groove and

Fee: $60.00 & GST sweat to a mix of different rhythms.

St. Martin School

115 Mary Street West

Enjoy reggae, soca, jazzy latin fusions

and even some unstructured “aint noth-

Don’t

Code: 182316 ing but a she thing”…kinda tuns! Join

this dance inspired fitness class for cancel my

adults who enjoy music and movement.

You will have so much fun, you’ll for- class!

get that it’s a workout!

Mondays

Excellent classes with

No Class April 13 fantastic instructors can

March 23-May 11 7:00-8:00 pm get cancelled if you wait to

Instructor: Deb Kankkunen register.

Fee: $40.00 & GST Don’t wait until the

Woodcrest School last minute;

867 Woodcrest Road

Code: 182318 register early!

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Active Living / Specialty

Awaken Your

Abundance New! Meditation and Dream Work

This course will take you on a very per-

Crafts and Cards

Gather with some new and old friends

This workshop is designed to rejuve- sonal journey. With the use of medita- for an afternoon of working on your

nate your energy and bring a more pos- tive exercises you will discover self favourite craft or playing a fun game of

itive focus to your life. Cindy is a awareness and personal empowerment. cards. Coffee and tea will be provided.

Professional Life coach who has the Our instructor is a retired teacher and It is a great way to get out of the house

skills that will help you awaken your massage therapist with many years and beat the blues. You may also find

passion and create opportunities you experience and skills in all that will be out what is happening in your commu-

never may have thought possible. If you presented. Sita will teach you how to nity. This is a drop-in program so come

are stuck and don’t know what your enhance your development through out when you can.

passion is anymore, Cindy will guide yoga style breath training, tai chi, wis- Location: Ogden Community Centre

you in a short visualization exercise that dom of the body mind connection and Dates: Wednesdays

will help to awaken your focus. Passion dream work. You will discover how to February 25th to April 29th

is not just for relationships so if you apply these techniques to live a more Time: 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.

need to reclaim your path, and add that positive, insightful and relaxed life! Cost: Free

zing to your life make this course your Thursdays (No class April 16) For more information call Karen at

fresh start for a positive, less stressful March 26-May 21 6:30-8:00 pm 625-2930.

lifestyle. Instructor: Sita Holland

Saturday Fee: $58.00 & GST Scrapbooking and Socializing

April 18 1:00-4:00 pm Claude E. Garton School Are you interested in learning how to

Instructor: Cindy Maki 414 Grenville Ave. scrapbook? Are you looking for a time to

Fee: $45.00 &GST Code: 185887 share equipment and ideas then this is

Ogden Community Centre the program for you. This small group of

Beginners Wood

New!

600 McKenzie Street people pool our recourses, share scrap-

Code: 183637 Carving booking equipment so that more is avail-

Learn basic carving techniques with able at an affordable cost. Bring your

Give it a “Tri” *NEW* Janet. Course highlights include safe pictures and basic scrapbooking materi-

Triathlon Workshop tool handling and laying out patterns. als such as paper, stickers etc. The rest is

This workshop is intended to give you You will be carving a decorative spoon here. Coffee and tea is available but

the background, tools and motivation to which you may choose your own pat- bring your own lunch and stay awhile. If

give it a “Tri.” If you’ve always wanted tern. A basic “wood blank” must be pur- scrapbooking is new to you then come

to try a tri, here’s your chance to get chased from the instructor for an addi- by for a visit and see how it is done. A

your questions answered. (How do I tional $8.00 on the first night of class. support person must accompany partici-

start training? What equipment do I Basic Bench Knife will be provided. pants who require assistance.

need? Do I have to be a skilled swim- You are required to bring garden Location: Ogden Community Centre

mer?) This is geared for Beginners gloves, an apron, ruler and pencil to Dates: Fridays February 27th

looking for the confidence and the each class. Patience and enthusiasm March 27th

motivation that “You can do it!” required! April 24th

Tuesday Tuesdays Times: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

April 28 6:00 pm-8:30 pm May 5-May 26 6:00-8:00 pm Cost: $5.00 per day

Instructor: Norine Oda Instructor: Janet Miault Information call Karen at 625-2930

Fee: $20.00 & GST Fee: $60.00 & GST

Canada Games Complex Hammarskjold High School Room 102

-Meeting Room 80 Clarkson Ave S.

Code: 184837 Code: 185937

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The Leisure Resources - Thunder Bay

Committee, Community Living Thunder

Bay and the City of Thunder Bay, Recreation

Have fun & Culture Division will be hosting an

and showcase Inclusive Recreation Forum in the Fall of

the importance of 2009.

Inclusive Recreation

by calling our Be part of a team and contribute INCLUSIVE

Conference Coordinator your knowledge and creativity RECREATION

for more information at by actively participating on any FORUM

of the many committees

required to host such an event. NEEDS YOUR

HELP! 91

Community Fitness

www.ThunderBay.ca/Rec&Culture Community Fitness

Spring 2009 Registered Fitness & Specialty Programs

Register at 625-2351 or 625-TIME (8463)

FITNESS GST will be added to all fees.

Activity Code Day Time Instructor Fee

BLT-Buttocks, Legs,

Tummy Fort William 182087 Tues & Thurs 6:30 – 7:30 pm Rosemary Miller $75.00

BLT-Buttocks, Legs, Jen Godin

Tummy Port Arthur 182089 Tues & Thurs 7:00 – 8:00 pm Brandy Sedore $75.00

Cardio Kick X-Press 182092 Mon & Thurs 6:30 – 7:30 pm Lee Stevens $63.00

plus Conditioning

Fitness Over 50 182090 Mon & Wed 7:00 – 8:00 pm Evelyn Harrison $63.00

For Women & Men

Hi/Low Combo 182937 Wednesday 6:45 – 7:45 pm Sarah Kerton $50.00

20/20 Lunch Break 182502 Tues & Thurs 12:10 – 12:50 pm Lynda Depiero $60.00

Yoga Fit 182091 Wednesday 6:45 – 7:45 pm Taina Chahal $60.00

FITNESS PUNCH CARDS GST will be added to all fees.

Activity Code Day Time Instructor Fee

10 X Punch Card 182938 Anytime Use All Recreation All fitness $70.00

& Culture Fitness locations

15 X Punch Card 182939 Anytime Use Classes $98.00

GENERAL INTEREST/SPECIALTY PROGRAMS GST will be added to all fees.



Activity Code Day Time Instructor Fee

Basic Belly Dance 182309 Tuesday 6:00 – 7:00 pm Sandy Hay $60.00

Beyond Basic Belly Dance 182315 Tuesday 7:00 – 8:00 pm Sandy Hay $60.00

Belly Dance Choreography 182316 Tuesday 8:00 – 9:00 pm Sandy Hay $60.00

Care Free Dance Party 182318 Monday 7:00 – 8:00 pm Deb Kankkunen $40.00

Workout-Port Arthur

Care Free Dance Party 182317 Thursday 6:45 – 7:45 pm Deb Kankkunen $50.00

Workout-Fort William

Design for Less 183187 Monday 7:00 – 9:00 pm Shauna Blunt $35.00

Pole the Parks 183138 Saturday 10:00 – 11:00 am Nancy Angus $27.00

Intro to Reflexology 183137 Saturday 12:30 – 4:30 pm Sandy Hay $50.00

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Joy of Line Dancing! 182302 Tuesday 8:00 – 9:30 pm Armin Del Rosario $65.00

T.B. You should be Dancing!! 182503 Wednesday 6:30 – 8:00 pm Carmela Fabro $65.00

Cardio Salsa 182504 Wednesday 8:00 – 9:30 pm Carmela Fabro $65.00

Stretching Mind & Body 182292 Mon/Thurs 6:30 – 8:00 pm Marina McEachern $80.00

Tai Chi Beginners 182298 Saturday 10:00 – 11:00 am Sita Holland $65.00

Tai Chi Inter/Advanced 182301 Saturday 11:00am – 12:00pm Sita Holland $65.00

Yoga-All Levels 186337 Tuesday 6:30 – 8:00 pm Irene Darcis-Uma $95.00

Yoga-All Levels 186338 Thursday 6:30 – 8:00 pm Irene Darcis-Uma $50.00

Awaken Your Abundance 183637 Saturday 1:00 – 4:00 pm Cindy Maki $45.00

Mediation and Dream Work 185887 Thursday 6:30 – 8:00pm Sita Holland $58.00

Tea Time: Full Leaf Teas 185537 Tuesday 6:30 – 8:00 pm Colleen Gouliquer $25.00



92 Beginners Wood Carving 185937 Tuesday 6:00 – 8:00 pm Janet Miault $60.00

Community Fitness

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Community Fitness

To register call 625-2351 or 625-(TIME)8463



BLT – Buttocks, Legs, Yoga Fit New!

Tummy & More Flow into power with this Hybrid

Fort William class of asana (poses) to strengthen

TThis class will tone abdominals, the the body and restore calm. With con-

buttocks, legs, and thighs through a ditioning movements you will

series of creative toning and shaping improve posture, balance, focus and

exercises. Other areas of the body flexibility while improving overall

will also be targeted. Ideal for men well-being. Although this class is

and women who want a class without geared at the intermediate level,

beginners are welcome. 20/20 Lunch New!

the aerobic component.

Tuesdays & Thursdays Wednesdays Break

March 24-May 21 6:30-7:30 pm March 25-May 20 6:45-7:45 pm Maximize your workout in a minimal

Instructor: Rosemary Miller Instructor: Taina Chahal amount of time! Get your fitness fix

Fee: $75.00 & GST Fee: $60.00 & GST over at midday by combining Cardio,

Agnew Johnson School ESC de La Verendrye Muscle conditioning and flexibility

145 Churchill Dr. 175 High St. N exercises. Make the commitment

Code: 182087 Code: 182091 twice a week and you will enjoy the

health benefits and the feeling of

BLT – Buttocks, Legs, Cardio Kick X-Press being motivated and re-energized.

Plus Conditioning Tuesdays & Fridays

Tummy & More March 31-May 22 12:10-12:50 pm

Port Arthur Cardio Kick Plus Conditioning fea-

Instructor: Lynda Depiero

This class will tone abdominals, the tures dynamic boxing and kickboxing

Fee: $60.00 & GST

buttocks, legs, and thighs through a moves combined with creative high

Volunteer Pool

series of creative toning and shaping energy aerobics, plus a muscle condi-

Code: 182502

exercises. Other areas of the body tioning segment to give you real

will also be targeted. Ideal for men results!

and women who want a class without Mondays & Thursdays

the aerobic component. No class April 13

Tuesdays & Thursday March 23-May 14 6:30-7:30 pm

March 24-May 21 7:00-8:00 pm Instructor: Lee Stevens

Fee: $63.00 & GST Fitness Punch Card

Instructors: Jen Godin &

Bishop E. Q. Jennings School Fitness punch cards offer maximum

Brandy Sedore

777 John St. flexibility and are perfect for those

Fee: $75.00 & GST

Code: 182092 who need to accommodate a busy

Vance Chapman School

schedule. Your Fitness punch card is

1000 Huron Ave.

Code: 182089 Hi/Low Combo New! good for a one year period from the

date of purchase. Call 625-2351 for

This class will help you get in shape

more information.

Fitness Over 50 and feel great! An effective combina-

10 X Punch Card

Perfect for the active 50+ Plus partic- tion of high and low impact aerobics

Fee: $70.00 & GST

ipant who would like to maintain or combined with muscle toning exer-

Code: 182938

improve their fitness level. Please cises using weights make this a great

note that all fitness levels are wel- choice if you are looking for variety

15 X Punch Card

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come, as participants are encouraged and fun.

Fee: $98.00 & GST

to work at their own pace. Open to Wednesdays

Code: 182939

men and women 50 yrs and over. March 25-May 20 6:45-7:45 pm

Mondays & Wednesdays Instructor: Sarah Kerton

No class April 13 Fee: $50.00 & GST

March 23-May 13 7:00-8:00 pm C.D. Howe School

Instructor: Evelyn Harrison 30 Wishart Cres.

Fee: $63.00 & GST Code: 182937

Westmount School,

120 Begin St.W.

Code: 182090



Fitness Punch Card Holders

Please call the Active Living Coordinator at 625-2891 prior to the first class of session in case of class cancellation.



Excellent classes with fantastic instructors can get cancelled if you wait

Don’t cancel to register. Don’t wait until the last minute; register early!

my class! REGISTRATION BEGINS FEBRUARY 23 FOR SPRING PROGRAMS 93

Fitness / Connectors / Instructors

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Fitness for Persons with Unique Needs

Fun and Fitness Stretching and Toning Keep Active

This is easy to follow exercise pro- Stretching is s strong component of This exercise program is designed

gram is ideal if you have arthritis or overall physical health. Let us take specifically for those who have

other health related issues, or if you you through stretching exercises and completed a rehab program or for

have been away from regular exer- add some weight resistance exercise those who prefer a seated fitness

cise for a while and need to work at to maximize your body’s toning class and not quite ready to take

your own pace. This is a casual and potential. This class is very benefi- mainstream fitness classes. Class

well-rounded work out that will help cial for people with arthritis, limited components include warm-up and

you to improve or maintain your range of motion or suffering from cardio (seated or light walking),

strength and flexibility. This drop-in overall stiffness. It will help you muscle strengthening and stretch-

program allows you the flexibility to relieve tension, enjoy new flexibility ing. Everyone welcome including

attend when you can. A combination and improve on your balance. persons who use walkers and

of mild cardio and working with Location: John Jumbo Community wheelchairs.

weights will that promote toning Centre - Toivo Street Location: Castlegreen Community

and stronger bone density. Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays Centre

Location: Vale Community Centre February 24 to March 26 Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays

Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Time: 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon March 31 to May 28

February 24 to March 26 Cost: $3.00 per day drop-in fee Time: 2:15 - 3:15 p.m.

Time: 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Instructor: Kathy Littlefield Cost: $4.00 per day drop-in

Cost: $3.00 per day drop-in fee Instructor: Linda DePiero (ACE

Instructor: Kathy Littlefield certified, Stott Pilates Certified)



For more information on these Grey Hares - Seniors Fitness Program

programs call Karen at 625-2930 Grey Hares is a 60 plus fitness program for all levels. Join us for low

impact exercise to improve balance, co-ordination and flexibility while

boosting your energy. It is FREE and open to all.



Location: Ogden Community Centre

Dates: Thursdays February 26 to June 11

Time: 12:30 to 1:30

Cost: FREE

Instructor: Linda DePiero

New!

Sponsored by the NorWest Community Health Centres







Skating Instructors

Wanted

If you are enthusiastic, outgoing and have expe-

rience with instructing skating skills, we would

like you to join our team. Positions are available

starting in September through March, with flex-

ible hours on a part-time basis. Positions are

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available for Learn to Skate (children & adults),

Adult Fit Skate and Power Skating Instructors.

Application forms available from the Recreation

& Culture Division in the Victoriaville Civic

Centre. For further information please call 625-3168

or write pwiddifield@thunderbay.ca









Deadline for

applications is

April, 2009.

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Chippewa Summer Camps

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Chippewa Summer Camps

An Amazing Day Camp

Experience For Children

Ages 5-13!







Chippewa

Summer Camps

...a Thunder Bay tradition!

During every day of camp, children will make memories and new friends,

play games and have fun! Activities are geared to make the most of the

natural features and amenities that fantastic Chippewa Park has to offer.

There is a strong focus on nature, the outdoors and active healthy living.



This summer there are over 25 camps planned over an 8 week period.

Individual camps will start on June 29*, July 6, 13, 20, 27, August 3*,

10, 17 (*4 day program)



REGISTRATION BEGINS MAY 11!

Recreation & Culture Division









Program details will be available in the Summer 2009 edition of The

Key, to be delivered to Thunder Bay homes May 10.









Information:

Call 625-2419

or visit

www.thunderbay.ca/summercamps

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Junior Inclusion Services

www.ThunderBay.ca/Rec&Culture Junior Inclusion Services (J.I.S.)









Welcome to Children & Youth

with Disabilities

For children and youth with disabilities it is even more important to have

time to play. We welcome you to the Recreation & Culture Division’s

summer programs of:



Chippewa Summer Camps

Youth Zone

Playgrounds

Canada Games Complex - Adventurer’s Camp





Junior Inclusion Services provides limited FREE one to one support to

children and youth with disabilities from our highly trained J.I.S.

Directors and Facilitators. Our summer programs offer exciting

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opportunities that encourage creative minds, physical activity,

learning, cooperation and celebrating of our differences in a caring

and safe environment. Register NOW with Junior Inclusion Services

and together we can maximize fun and participation.

For more information and to register with

Junior Inclusion Services call 625-2930

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P.R.O. Kids is a service



P.R.O. Kids that makes it possible for

children to get involved in

Positive Recreation Opportunities for Kids sport, art and cultural

activities when families

cannot afford the fees.



Application forms are

available at all

Public Libraries,

City Swimming Pools,

Victoriaville Civic Centre,

or print an application form

by visiting

When registration fees are out of reach... www.prokidsthunderbay.ca

P.R.O. Kids can help!

Check this issue of the The Key or other advertisements to find programs that are

available this season. Children are eligible for one program at a time. Children

cannot be registered in other activities while accessing P.R.O. Kids assistance.

There are limited spaces in programs so apply early.

P.R.O. Kids Coordinator

Phone (807) 625-3212

Recreation & Culture Division Email ldaniele@thunderbay.ca

Registered Charity No. 82358-7076-RR-0001









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For more information call 625-2351.

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P.R.O. Kids

Many thanks to all our partners who donate

spaces in their programs to P.R.O. Kids.

Art Football

Confederation College Superior Gridiron Football Clinic

Painted Turtle Thunder Bay Minor Football Assoc.

Thunder Bay Art Gallery Golf

Baseball Golf Thunder Bay

Thunder Bay Baseball Association Gymnastics

Kakabeka Rural Baseball Giant Gymnastics Ringette

Murillo Athletic Association Thunder Bay Gymnastics Assoc. Thunder Bay Ringette Association

North End CC T-Ball Hockey Roller Hockey

Thunder Bay Girls Softball Association Current River Comets Thunder Bay Junior Roller Hockey

Baseball, Little League Current River Mighty Mites League

Current River Americans Elks 82’s Rowing

Fort William Americans Elks Hockey Assoc. Thunder Bay Rowing Club

Fort William National Fort William Canadiens Rugby

Port Arthur Continentals Fort William Hurricanes Lakehead Rugby Football Club

Port Arthur Nationals Grandview Rec. Hockey Running

Westfort Internationals KC Minor Hockey Achilles Track Club

Basketball Neebing Minor Hockey LU –Learn to Run Clinic

Blaze Basketball Club North End Minor Hockey Thunder Bay Meter Eaters

Heart of Canada 3 on 3 Basketball Northwood Hockey League Sailing

L. U. Athletics Mini Basketball NorWest Minor Hockey Sail Thunder Bay

Biking /Cycling Port Arthur Minor Hockey Assoc. Sewing

Black Sheep Mountain Bike Club South End Minor Hockey Nancy Wiens Children's Sewing

Thunder Bay Cycling Club Thunder Bay Beavers Skating

Bowling Thunder Bay Minor Hockey Assoc. Recreation & Culture Division

Galaxy Lanes Thunder Bay Women's Hockey Assoc. - Instructional Skating Program

Superior Bowladrome VP Bearcats Fort William Figure Skating Club

Boxing West End Minor Hockey Thunder Bay Figure Skating Club

Underground Boxing Club Westfort Minor Hockey Thunder Blades Speed Skating Club

Camps Westfort Hockey League Skiing / Snowboarding

The Bodymind Centre Westfort Rangers Big Thunder Jackrabbit Ski League

Aurora Lutheran Bible Camp Hockey Camps Kamview Jackrabbit Ski League

Camp Gitchigomee Baraniuk's Competitive Edge Loch Lomond Ski Area

Canada Games Complex Chicks with Sticks Mount Baldy Ski Area

Children’s Museum for Thunder Bay Core Hockey Camp Norwesters Alpine Ski Club

Chippewa Summer Camp Girls Hockey Camp Thunder Bay Nordic Trails

Dorion Bible Camp Hockey N. W. O. Clinics Soccer

Eco-Literacy Adventure Camp KC Hockey Development Camp Current River Mini Soccer

Employability Skills Camp Skate, Shoot & Learn Hockey School Lakehead Express Soccer Club

Evangel Church Day Camp Thunderwolves Hockey Skills School Murillo Minor Athletic Assoc

Fort William Historical Park Lacrosse North End Mini Soccer

Neighbourhood Recreation March Thunder Bay Boys & Girls Lacrosse Northwood Mini Soccer

Madness Leadership South Neebing Mini Soccer

Nor'West Outdoor Centre Inc. Canadian Red Cross Tarbutt Street Soccer Club

Redwood Kids Corey’s Place T.B. Inter Luciana Soccer Club

Superior English Camp Girl Guides of Canada Thunder Bay Chill Soccer Camp

Superior Science St. John Ambulance Thunder Bay Chill Recreational Soccer

T. B. Boys & Girls Club Scouts Canada Thunder Bay Soccer Plex

T.B. Historical Museum Martial Arts Volunteer Pool Soccer Club

Westfort Bible Camp Abundant Life Kung Fu Swimming

Canoeing Charry's Martial Arts Centre Canada Games Complex

Lakehead Canoe Club Cooke’s Tae Kwon Do Churchill Pool

Wild Team Building & Canoeing Isshin Ryu Karate Club City of Thunder Bay Outdoor Pools

Curling - Canada Games Complex Frank Murphy Community Centre

Fort William Curling Club - Current River CC Northwest Narwhal Swim Club

Kakabeka Falls Curling Club - West Thunder CC Thunder Bay Synchro Swim Club

Port Arthur Curling Club - L’il Dragons Karate Thunderbolts Swim Club

Dance Karate North Tae Kwon Do Volunteer Pool

B.O.U.N.C.E. Productions Leading Edge Gym Tennis

Chaban Ukrainian Dance Co Master Seung’s Tae Kwon Do Thunder Bay Community Tennis Centre

Recreation & Culture Div. -Hip Hop North End Karate Club Theatre

Dance Dynamics Studio Progressive Martial Arts Eleanor Drury Children’s Theatre

Fay Gleeson Dance Centre Sakamoto Judo Dojo Magnus Theatre

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Five Six Seven Eight Dance Soengkono World Class Martial Arts Rob MacLeod’s Capitol Kids

International Dance Academy Superior Judo Club Slightly Off Broadway

Kushnier Studio of Dance Thunder Bay Judo Club Volleyball

Le Stelle Alpine Dancers Thunder Bay Karate School L. U. Thunderwolves Summer Volleyball

Morgan School of Highland Dancing Thunder Bay Wado Kai Karate Camp

Slightly Off Broadway Thunder Dragons Tae Kwon Do Ontario Volleyball Association

Spirit of Dance Thunder Valley Martial Arts Wrestling

Studio One Modeling Junior Wolves Wrestling Assoc.

T.B. Society of Ballet & Dance Lakehead Modeling School Yoga

Vesnyanka Ukrainian Dance Ensemble Music Discover Yoga

Zorya Ukrainian Dance Ensemble Avila Centre Recreation & Culture Division

Diving Coran’s Music Centre The Bodymind Centre

Thunder Bay Diving Club Kindermusik of Thunder Bay Yoga for Stress Control & Relaxation

Thunder Country Diving Kindermusik with Mary-Ann

Equestrian Music for Young Children

Barnyard Friends Music Place

Dream Fields Riding Centre Music with Mary Lou

Dows Riding Stable Music Workshop

Lost Cowboy Ranch Rafiki Youth Choir

Thunder Bay Therapeutic Riding Superior Rock Camp

Fitness Suzuki Strings Summer Music Camp

Canada Games Complex The Piano Studio

Cardio Kickcercise Thunder Bay Symphony Youth Orchestra

Confederation College Fitness Centre Thunder Bay Youth Choir Inc.

Thunder Bay Sports Dome Valente’s Music

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Neighbourhood Recreation

Youth Specialty Programs

www.ThunderBay.ca/Rec&Culture

Youth Specialty Programs

HIGH FIVE PHCD Certification

The City of Thunder Bay is a member of the HIGH FIVE Quality

Assurance Process. We are committed to offer quality children’s programs

throughout the year. Anyone interested in employment with any of the

City’s Recreation & Culture Division’s children’s programs must be certified

in the Principles of Healthy Child Development.

This workshop will provide training and tools in helping leaders focus on providing

programs that are inclusive, appropriate, fun, safe and child centred.

HIGH FIVE PHCD certification is now a standard in the recreation field and

is recognized throughout the province of Ontario.

For more information

call 625-2441.

Ages: 14 and up.

Cost: $45.00

Code: 179437

Location:

Ogden Community Centre

Date: Wednesday, March 18

Times: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.







“Let’s Play”

Activity Trunk

The “Let’s Play” Activity Trunk is a box full of equipment, crazy

games, and craft ideas for families and children aged 4-14!

It’s great for birthday parties and family gatherings.

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TO BORROW THE TRUNK

FOR FREE, CALL:

• Ogden Community Centre

625-3220

• Rural Family Resource Centre

935-3009

• Waverley Resource Library

344-3585

• Brodie Resource Library

623-0925

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Thunder Bay 55 Plus Centre

Thunder Bay 55 Plus Centre

700 River Street

684-3066

Visit our website at www.thunderbay.ca/55pluscentre



There is no membership fee to participate

Open to all persons 55 Plus….Drop in for a tour

We Offer:

• Registered Programs: eg. Fitness, Visual Arts,

Computer lessons and General Interest

• Daily Activities: Cribbage, Bridge, Badminton,

Line Dancing, Floor Shuffleboard, and more.

• Services: Blood Pressure Testing, Hearing

Screening, Footcare and much more

• Volunteer Opportunities

Registration for Spring 2009 Programs listed on the

next pages begins March 2. To register by phone….

call 625-8463 and use VISA or Mastercard.

❧ VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES ❧

“A great place to volunteer”

Kitchen: Feeling good about yourself, teamwork, fun; 4 hours/week commitment.

Gift Shop: New skills, new friends, fun; 3 hour/week commitment.

Library: Challenges, new interests, fun; 3 hour/week commitment.

Host/Hostess: New interests, sense of ownership, sense of community.

2 to 3 hour/week commitment

* Other related benefits: Success, recognition, new friends *

Other openings include Set-Up Crew, Security, Centre Maintenance, Activity Convenors

Call Carol at 684-3277 for any of these openings and others at either Centre !

❧ SUPPORT SERVICES PROGRAMS ❧

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FRIENDLY VISITING PROGRAM

The Friendly Visiting Program is a home support service that matches volunteer visitors with

isolated senior citizens who reside in their own homes/apartments. A volunteer will visit in

person or by telephone and can help a senior maintain or re-establish community contacts,

relieve loneliness, and bring friendship.

TELEPHONE ASSURANCE PROGRAM

The Telephone Assurance Program provides an ongoing telephone link for socialization and

security. Volunteers call seniors on a regular basis, either daily or weekly, Monday to Friday.

WALK-A-BIT PROGRAM

Provides an opportunity for seniors who need assistance in getting out for a short

walk with a volunteer companion.

For more information on the above

Support Services Programs, please call 684-3471.

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❧ Spring 2009 Registered Programs ❧

Programs start the week of March 30 and continue to May 22

(8 weeks unless stated otherwise)

To register by phone using VISA or MasterCard….Call 625-8463.

*All prices include GST* Registration begins Monday March 2





FITNESS

Activity Code Day Time Instructor Fee

Weights & Mats (May 6 for 5 wks) 182387 Mon. & Wed. 8:40 – 9:40 am Kathy Littlefield $35.30

(May 6 for 5 wks) 182388 Mon. & Wed. 9:45 – 10:45 am Kathy Littlefield $35.30

F.I.T. (Functional Interval Training) 182216 Tues. & Fri. 1:30 – 2:30 pm Anne Parr $56.45

Variety Fitness 182390 Mondays 9:30 - 10:30 am TBA $28.64

182391 Wednesdays 9:30 - 10:30 am TBA $28.64

182392 Fridays 9:30 – 10:30 am Holly Dodwell $28.64

Low Impact Aerobics 182389 Mon & Wed 1:30 – 2:30 pm Lisa Guerts $56.45

Stretching Body & Mind 182637 Mon & Wed 9:30 – 10:30 am Marina McEachern $56.45

Yoga (starts Apr. 6) 182346 Mon & Wed 11:00 am – Noon Irene Hauta $56.45

(starts Apr. 7) 182347 Tues. & Fri. 10:30 –11:30am Irene Hauta $56.45

After Work Yoga (starts Apr. 6) 182348 Mon & Wed 6:30 – 7:30 pm Irene Hauta $56.45

TAI CHI:

8 Forms 182438 Tues. & Thurs. 10:15 – 11:15 am Oliver Reimer $56.45

16 Forms 182439 Tues. & Thurs 11:20 – 12:20 pm Oliver Reimer $56.45

24 Forms 182440 Tuesday & 3:30 – 4:30 pm

Friday 10:45 – 11:45 am Oliver Reimer $56.45

24 Forms 182787 Mon & Wed 6:45 – 7:45 pm M. Bilbrough $56.45

48 Forms 182443 Tues. & Thurs. 9:00 – 10:00 am M. Maki $56.45

Qigong 182448 Tuesday 2:30 – 3:30 pm You Lian Peng $28.64

42 Competition Style 186537 Mon. & Wed. 8:00 – 9:00 pm M. Bilbrough $56.45

Fans 182449 Friday 9:30 – 10:30 am You Lian Peng $28.64

48 Forms 182445 Tuesday & 3:30 – 4:30 pm

Friday 10:45 – 11:45 am You Lian Peng $56.45

48/Sword 182446 Tues. & Thurs. 9:00 – 10:00 am You Lian Peng $56.45









GENERAL INTEREST

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Activity Code Day Time Instructor Fee

Basketweaving 182195 Friday (4 wks) 1:00 – 4:00 pm S. Breckenridge $73.28

(May 8, 15, 22 & 29)

Reading Poems of James Joyce 182537 Wednesday 1:00 – 3:30 PM Maynard Bjorgo $11.42

(5 weeks)

Beginner Guitar Lessons 182219 Tuesday 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Albert $85.85

Wrigglesworth



***Visit our website at www.thunderbay.ca/55pluscentre***



To register for Programs by phone, call the Registration Hotline - 625-8463

& use your Visa or Mastercard

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VISUAL ARTS

Activity Code Day Time Instructor Fee

Oil & Acrylic Painting:

Beg. & Intermediate (starts Apr. 7) 182308 Tuesday (7 wks) 9:00 am - Noon Lynn Lindsey $58.24

Oil & Acrylics - All Levels 182306 Wednesday 9:00 am - Noon Heli Emack $66.53

Oil & Acrylics - All Levels 182305 Monday 6:30 - 9:30 pm Heli Emack $66.53

Mixed Media 182311 Monday 9:00 am - Noon Greg Zelinski $66.53

Drawing & Sketching 182215 Wednesday 1:00 - 4:00 pm Greg Zelinski $66.53

Mechanics Of Watercolours 182310 Monday 1:00 - 4:00 pm Greg Zelinski $66.53

Watercolours – Florals/Birds 182312 Friday 1:00 – 4:00 pm Lee Fidler $66.53

182313 Friday 9:00 – 12 noon Lee Fidler $66.53



❧ General Interest ❧

Stretching Body & Mind birds are the main subject matter in Gear Up for Golf

For people with arthritis or limited this course. After a long, cold winter, thoughts

range of motion. Stretch and move Date: Fridays turn to that first round of golf out on

your body through a series of postures Time: 1:00 – 4:00 pm the course!!

and routines. Techniques help to Instructor: Lee Fidler This 4 week session will focus on

strengthen and relax your body & mind. Fee: $66.53 Code: 182312 proper stretching techniques as well

Date: Monday & Wednesdays OR as strengthening the basic and core

Time: 9:30 – 10:30 am Date: Fridays muscle groups used in golfing; aimed

Instructor: Marina McEachern Time: 9:00 – 12 noon at helping prevent injury. We will use

Fee: $56.45 Code: 182637 Instructor: Lee Fidler a new piece of equipment during the

F.I.T. (Functional Interval Fee: $66.53 Code: 182313 class, for resistance & strength train-

Training) Beginner Guitar Lessons ing. Participants are asked to bring a

Learn to work the core, become For those with little or no previous couple of golf clubs with them.

strong from the inside out. Specific experience; beginner guitar lessons Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays

exercises will be taught to strength- will be led by Albert Wrigglesworth Time: 6:30 – 7:30 pm

en weak muscles, balance, align- from the Music Place. Class size is Instructor: Anne Parr

ment and posture will be worked on. limited so that students will receive Fee: $28.64 Code: 186487

This progressive class will challenge one-on-one assistance. Students Keep moving with Parkinsons

cardio & muscular strength, must supply their own guitar or one This class includes aerobic condi-

endurance, flexibility and agility. can be rented from the Music Place. tioning, functional strengthening,

Enjoy life to the fullest. Date: Tuesdays starting April 1 mobility and balance exercises

Date: Tuesdays & Fridays Time: 10:00 – 11:00 am specifically designed to meet the

Time: 1:30 – 2:30 pm Instructor: Albert Wrigglesworth needs of those living with Parkinson

Instructor: Anne Parr Fee: $85.85 Code: 182219 Disease. A physical assessment

Fee: $56.45 Code: 182216 Urban Poling Walking Workouts screen performed by a health care

Variety Fitness Make walking even better for you practioner will be required to ensure

Join us for this class that will just by adding poles. Urban Poling suitability and safety to participate in

include some aerobic work, stretch- or Nordic walking is a whole body this program.

ing; using tubing/dyna bands; using gentle walking workout using two Mondays & Wednesdays – 11 am –

handweights as well as some seated poles similar to “ski poles” for stabil- 12 noon starting March 9

exercises. Register for 1, 2, or 3 ity and extra propulsion. Poles help Call Catharine Tombs – 343-2431 Ext.

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mornings; any combination that best to protect joints, tone muscles and 2223 for information and assessment.

suits your schedule. increase calorie burning. You’ll learn Reading Finnegans Wake by

Instructor: Holly Dodwell and practice the Rutlin Technique of James Joyce

Times: 9:30 – 10:30 am Nordic walking, get great exercise His last book is his Bible. A story

Mondays – Code: 182390 and meet some new walking partners. told by the river Tiffey as it flows

Fee: $28.64 Bring your own poles if you have them under the bridges of Dublin out to the

Wednesdays – Code: 182391 or rent some from the instructor. sea. The story of two families; one, a

Fee: $28.64 Dates: Tuesday, March 24, & 31, myth, the other the family of a tavern

Fridays – Code: 182392 April 7 & 14 keeper, very much alive.

Fee: $28.64 Time: 10:00 – 11:00 am Date: Wednesdays starting April 1-5

Watercolours – Florals/Birds Instructor: Nancy Angus weeks

This course is for painters with some Fee: $28.64 Code: 186037 Time: 1:30 – 3:30 pm

experience. It will cover colour the- OR Facilitator: Maynard Bjorgo

ory, using the colour wheel for mix- Dates: Tuesday June 9,16,23,30 Fee: $11.42 Code:182537

ing of colours and various painting Time: 10:00 – 11:00 am

techniques, with the focus on a Fee: $28.64 Code: 186039

direct/realistic style. Florals and

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❧ Computer Programs ❧

Registration begins Monday, March 2, 2009

Refer to the Recreation & Culture Division pages on ways to register.

* The courses listed below are for those 55 years & over *





Session 1: starts the week of April 20 to May 29 (six weeks)

Program Code Day Time Instructor Fee

Computer -

Computer - Intermediate 182211 Thursday 1:00 – 3:00 pm B. O’Connor $68.03

Digital Camera - Intermediate 182209 Tuesday 1:00 – 3:00 pm Al Houstoun $68.03

Internet & E-Mail 182213 Friday 9:30 – 11:30 am TBA $68.03

Digital Camera - Beginner 182208 Monday 7:00 – 9:00 pm Gerry Poling $68.03









❧ Computer Programs ❧

Computer - Intermediate Digital Camera - Beginner Digital Camera – Intermediate

This course builds on the Designed to teach amateur digital Pre-requisite: Beginner

Beginners. Topics covered will photographers the basics of good Computer and Beginner Digital

include: word processing using picture taking and dealing with Camera classes. This course is

MS Word or WordPerfect for some of the pitfalls to be found in designed to show you the differ-

labels, letters, etc. Introduction to digital photography. You do not ent methods of presenting your

spreadsheets/database; managing need to have a digital camera for photos to others via tv/vcr/dvd

files/folders; creative use of e- this course. screen savers, e-mail, websites,

mail using attachments. creating cd’s and dvd’s. You will

Participants should have com- For all computer courses also get tips on organizing/renam-

pleted the Beginners course and listed, participants must ing photos as well as simple and

be skilled with the mouse. have completed the advanced editing using

Beginner course and be MSPaint and ACDSEE. NOTE:

Internet & E-mail skilled using the mouse. This course assumes students

*Note: All courses are

Provides an all-inclusive know how to take photos using

taught using Windows XP

overview of the internet. Learn your own camera and have basic

the essentials and advanced tech- skills using Windows XP.

niques needed to use the internet,

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browsers, search engines, search

tricks & tips, and e-mail.

Students should have completed

a beginners course or have equiv-

alent experience and be skilled

using the mouse.









To register for Programs by phone, call the Registration Hotline - 625-8463

& use your Visa or Mastercard

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❁ King’s Korner ❁

625-3135

Offers a wide variety of unique, interesting and informative workshops as well as

entertainment and socialization. Watch the newspaper and the Centre’s Bulletin

Board for more information.



Weekly Variety Program

Wednesdays, 1:30 pm Finances, Travel, and much more.



Tea Time

4th Thursday of month 1:00 – 2:30 pm,

Coffee/Tea and a dessert of the month for $2.00. Entertainment featured.



Sunday Music & Variety Program

Every Sunday (except long weekends), 2:00 pm.

Join us for an entertaining afternoon of local talent. All ages welcome.

If you or your group are interested in performing, call 625-3135.









Northwest Senior Games

June 8, 9, 10, 11 2009

If you are 55 plus and enjoy swimming, golf, cards, horseshoes, bowling have we

got something for you. Each year 300 seniors enjoy our Annual Northwest

Senior Games. These games are designed for fun, & friendly competition in 16

different events. Participate in events or volunteer as a convenor.

If you would like more information, call Magdalena at 625-3135.

Meet new friends and stay healthy.





Safe Boating Information Session Income Tax Assistance for Seniors

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Tuesday April 28 at 7:00 pm This service will be available to retired persons

Thunder Bay 55 Plus Centre 55 and over beginning Monday, March 2, 2009.

Presented by: Dave Wallace Service is available by appointment only and

This session will cover personal safety and certain restrictions apply. Call for an appoint-

mandatory safety equipment. If you need a ment starting mid-February:

Pleasure Craft Operators Card, testing will be

done after the presentation (around 7:45 pm & Thunder Bay 55 Plus Centre, 684-3066

test will take approximately 45 minutes)If you Or

are writing the test, cost is $20.00, payable to Herb Carroll 55 Plus Centre, 625-2316

the instructor.

Please register by calling

625-2316 as seating is limited.





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❧ Weekly Activity Calendar ❧

Participants are charged a nominal fee on a "Pay As You Play" basis. Most activities take

place every day, all year round, unless stated otherwise. All the daily activities are run by

senior volunteer convenors. The following calendar does not include instructional

programs and all recreational opportunities available each day at the Centre. All activities

are subject to change to accommodate Centre programming.

MONDAY THURSDAY

9:00 am Diabetes Health Counselling 9:00 am Drop-In Painting

(3rd Monday; Sept., Nov., 9:30 am Knitting Group

Jan., Mar. & May)

11:30 am Hot Lunch

9:00 am VON Foot Care (2nd & 4th

Monday -Call 344-0012 Noon Badminton

for appointment) 1:00 pm Health Matters (1st Thursday)

10:00 am Blood Pressure Screening

1:00 pm Tea Time (4th Thursday)

(1st Monday, excl. July/Aug.)

1:00 pm Scrabble

11:30 am Hot Lunch

1:00 pm Darts

12:45 pm Line Dancing

1:15 pm Euchre

1:00 pm VON Foot Care (3rd

7:00 pm Cribbage

Monday -Call 344-0012

for appointment) 7:00 pm Dance

1:00 pm Duplicate Bridge Club

1:30 pm Cribbage FRIDAY

6:30 pm Euchre 11:30 am Hot Lunch

TUESDAY Noon Badminton

11:30 am Hot Lunch 12:45 pm Contract Bridge

11:45 am Badminton 1:00 pm Ladies Only Billiards

1:00 pm Finnish Ever Young Club Meeting 1:30 pm Bid Euchre

(1st & 3rd Tuesday) 1:30 pm Grief Support Group

1:30 pm Whist (Call 684-3471)

2:00 pm Carpet Bowling

WEDNESDAY

10:00 am Senior Men's Fix-It Club Meeting SUNDAY

(2nd & 4th Wednesday) 1:30 pm Sunday Music & Variety Program

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11:30 am Hot Lunch (October to May)

1:00 pm Hearing Screening Testing

(3rd Wed., appt. necessary, We are always

Sept. to June) looking for new

1:00 pm Floor Shuffleboard activities to offer.

1:00 pm 55 Plus Travel Club (2nd Wed., Please call

September to June)

684-3277 if you have

1:30 pm Weekly Variety Program

(Sept. to June)

any ideas or would be

1:30 pm Crokinole

willing to co-ordinate a

3:00 pm Choir

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Herb Carroll 55 Plus Centre

Herb Carroll 55 Plus Centre

1100 Lincoln Street 625-2316

Visit our website at: www.thunderbay.ca/herb

THE HERB CARROLL CENTRE IS d near Victoriaville

• Centrally locate

OPEN TO THOSE 55 PLUS ! • Close to buses

DROP IN FOR A TOUR AND SEE Quality

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER ! Market

Donald Street









Vickers Street

There is no membership fee !

WE ARE OPEN TO ALL RESIDENTS OF We are here

THUNDER BAY WHO ARE 55 PLUS!! ❊

Lincoln Street

WE OFFER:

Arthur Street

• Registered Programs: Fitness, Visual Arts,

Workshops

• Drop In Programs: Bridge, Billiards, Crafts,

Games afternoon, Watercolours





❧ Special Events 625-3135 ❧

Spring Concert

Thursday Apr. 9/09, 2:00 pm



Pancake Breakfasts

9 am to 12:30 pm

Last Sunday of each month.

Breakfast Includes: Pancakes, sausages, fresh fruit, juice, Coffee/Tea

Cost: Adults - $6.00; Children under 12 - $3.50.

$1.00 extra for strawberries & whipped cream.

General Public Welcome





❧ VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES ❧

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“A Great Place to Volunteer”



Hot Lunch Program

The Hot Lunch Program at the Herb Carroll 55 Plus Centre provides a hot nutritious

meal for seniors in the Community.

We are looking for volunteers who enjoy cooking to assist with this program.

Time commitment is 4 to 5 hours, once or twice a week.



Other openings include:

• Hostess

• Café cashiers

• Card convenors

Join our team and meet new friends

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❧ Spring 2009 Registered Programs ❧

Programs start the week of March 30 and end the week of May 22

(8 weeks) unless stated otherwise

Registration begins Monday, March 2

***Visit our website at www.thunderbay.ca/herb***





FITNESS

Activity Code Day Time Instructor Fee

*New* Urban Poling 186038 Tuesday 10:00 – 11:00 am Nancy Angus $28.64

(May 12, 19, 26, June 2)

Stretching Body & Mind 186087 Wed. & Fri. 11:00 – 12:00 pm Marina McEachern $56.45



VISUAL ARTS

Activity Code Day Time Instructor Fee

Watercolours – Basic 182300 Tuesday 1:00 - 4:00 pm Greg Zelinski $66.53





COMPUTER LESSONS

Computer classes are 1 hour per week for 6 weeks.

You must call 625 -2316 to book a lesson time for any of these classes.



Activity Code Day Time Instructor Fee

Beginners 182293 Saturday 9:00 am - Noon Elroy Koetter $45.47

Internet – Beginners 182295 Saturday 1:00 – 4:00 pm Elroy Koetter $45.47





To register for Programs by phone, call the Registration Hotline - 625-8463

& use your Visa or Mastercard





❧ Programs ❧

Watercolour – Basic Urban Poling Walking Workouts

This course will cover basic techniques for Make walking even better for you just by adding

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poles. Urban Poling or Nordic walking is a whole

the first few lesson, and then will be body gentle walking workout using two poles simi-

designed to suit the needs of the partici- lar to “ski poles” for stability and extra propulsion.

pants. Those that have previous experience Poles help to protect joints, tone muscles and

can work on their own projects and those increase calorie burning. You’ll learn and practice

that may like a more structured environ- the Rutlin Technique of Nordic walking, get great

exercise and meet some new walking partners. Bring

ment will also have that opportunity. your own poles if you have them or rent some from the

See dates & times above. instructor.

Dates: Tuesday, March 24, & 31, April 7 & 14

Stretching Body & Mind Time: 10:00 – 11:00 am

Especially of benefit for people with arthritis Instructor: Nancy Angus

Fee: $28.64 Code: 186037

or limited range of motion. Stretch and OR

move your body through a series of pos- Dates: Tuesday June 9,16,23,30

tures and routines. Techniques help to Time: 10:00 – 11:00 am

strengthen and relax your body & mind. Fee: $28.64 Code: 186039

See Dates and Times above.

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Herb Carroll 55 Plus Centre

Herb Carroll 55 Plus Centre 1100 Lincoln Street





❧ Herb’s Happenings 625-3135 ❧

Offers a wide variety of unique, interesting and informative workshops as well as entertainment

and socialization. Watch the newspaper and the Centre’s bulletin board for more information.



Games Afternoon Drop-In Crafts & Conversation Tea Time

Mondays Tuesdays 9:30 am 3rd Thursday of month

1:00 pm Join us at the Centre and 1:30 – 3:30 pm

Cribbage, Scrabble, Euchre enjoy doing your favourite Bring a friend and join us for

and more crafts, share ideas and meet coffee/tea and a dessert of the

new friends. month. Cost: $2.50.

Variety Programs

2nd & 4th Monday of month

1:30 pm Ideas …..Suggestions….We’d like to hear from you….

Finances, Travel & much more. events/activities would you like to see offered

What types of

at the Herb Carroll 55 Plus Centre. Call: 684-2795 with your ideas…





❧ Services ❧

Blood Pressure Clinics Income Tax Assistance for Diabetes Health Counselling

Last Friday of the month Seniors Available March 18 & May

10:00 am to 12:00 pm This service will be available 20. Call 344-3422 for an

No appointment necessary. starting March 2, 2009. Call appointment. Blood sugar

625-2316 for an appointment testing from 11 am – 12 noon

VON Footcare starting mid-February. on the same days.

1st Thursday of the month

9:00 am – 12:00 noon Service Canada Hearing Screening &

Call 344-0012 for an Do you need information or Testing

appointment. help filling out forms ? (Old Wednesday March 11 &

Age Security, Canada Pension Wednesday April 8 from 1:00

Hot Lunches or Guaranteed Income – 2:00 pm

A hot, nutritious home-made Supplement) A representative

meal is served from Tuesday from Service Canada will be at

to Friday at 12:00 noon. the Centre on March 24 and

(excluding long weekends). April 28 from 11:30 am to

Each day a different meal is 1:30 pm to assist you if you

served. need some help.

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In Your Neighbourhood

Inclusion Service: If you have a disability and could use some help in any of the activities and programs

at a Community Centre, please let us know when you register. Inclusion Services is available to provide

limited support to you FREE of charge. Call 625-3220 for more information.



Kripalu Yoga: Soccer With The Chill:

South Neebing www.kripalu.org (Ages 4 – 18)

Community Centre Tuesdays 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Registration: Thursday, April 2nd

1841 Mountain Road ALL AGES! 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Phone: 475-4622 Stretching, strengthening, toning, stress Sunday, April 5th

Website: www.sncc.ca relief – yoga does it all. Discover the 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon @ South

basics of a practice, including: insight Neebing Community Centre.

into the body/mind/spirit relationship, NOTE* Registration also taken place

Website: www.sncc.ca at other locations including the Soccer

breathing techniques to relax & reju-

President: Kim Manduca Plex or online @ www.thunderbaychill.com

venate& meditation. Yoga allows you

Meetings held the first Tuesday of $75.00 fee includes jersey, shorts, socks

to relax into a natural state of balance,

each month at 7:30 p.m. New mem- & free VIP pass to Chill games, as well

which promotes healing & health.

bers always welcomed. as discounts on camps & merchandise.

All ages enjoy this class from teens to

seniors. Drop in anytime & see for

Hall Bookings: Proposed Playing Dates:

yourself. Bring a blanket & yoga /

Inquire about booking the hall by call- Tuesday & Thursday’s

camping mat.

ing Dan Fiorito @ 285-0210 or email South Neebing

For more information or to register

us at HallRental@sncc.ca The club will make all attempts to run

call Colleen Sadler @ 622-2764 or

email colleensadler@shaw.ca divisions in all locations however, if

Birthday Parties from $50.00 there is not enough numbers then

Dances & Movie Nights:

Regular Hall rate from $15.00/hr. accommodations will be made to play

For more information, please see our

website @ www.sncc.ca at CENTRAL (James St. location.

Playgroup: Parents will be notified if this happens

Care-givers and pre-schoolers get together prior to season start.

GROUND LEVEL ADDITION:

every Tuesday and Friday morning U14 and JR b&g will only play at

Please remember to take part in our

9:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon. James St.

fundraising campaign for the develop-

Drop-in fee of $2.00.

ment of a ground level addition to the

Please bring a snack to share. T-Ball Registration:

South Neebing Community Centre.

Contact Christa Pelletier @ Let’s Play Ball!!

We are well on our way to our goal,

625-0101 or Tammy Wark @ It’s time to dust off those gloves.

but still need your contribution to pro-

473-8126 for more information. T-Ball registration will be held in con-

vide furnishings & appliances.

junction with soccer registration on

Rural Roots Children’s Centre: April 2nd between 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Please make cheques payable to: City

A terrific after school program that is and April 5th from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00

of Thunder Bay and mail them to:

offered daily until 6:00 p.m. Contact noon at South Neebing Community

South Neebing Community Centre

Michelle at 475-7644 for more infor- Centre. Age groups will be 4 – 6 and

c/o Kim Manduca

mation. 7 – 8 years old. It is anticipated that

4320 Oak Heights Place, Thunder

Bay, ON P7J 1A8 our program will begin the 2nd week

Karate: of May and we will be playing oppo-

Monday and Wednesday evenings.

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(Please include your name & address site nights (Monday & Wednesdays’)

Please ontact Steve or Pat Simonitis at from soccer (Tuesday & Thursday’s).

with any donation to receive our tax-

628-0967. We will have a final banquet at the

able donation receipt)

Thank you for caring about your com- end. Cost of registration will be

Sakamoto Judo Dojo: $30.00 per player. Registration forms

munity.

An Olympic sport incorporating skill can be found on the South Neebing

Kim Manduca, President &

learning, physical and mental train- Community Centre web site @

Your Volunteer Board Members of the

ing. Affiliated with Judo Ontario and www.sncc.ca

South Neebing Community Centre.

Judo Canada. Adult and youth classes

(from age 5). Please contact qualified We are also looking for sponsorship,

black belt sensei, Norm Sakamoto at coaches & assistant coaches for the up

577-1959. & coming season. We will run a

Monday and Thursday evenings. coaching clinic prior to the season

Check us out at www.sakamotojudo.ca beginning. For more information con-

Juniors: 6:30 – 7:45 p.m. tact Kasey Etreni @ 577-4238.

Seniors: 8:00 – 9:30 p.m.

Practices as usual – Mondays and

Thursdays at times shown above.

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Pottery Fair:

West Arthur Cribbage is under way and will con- This year West Arthur is proud to be

tinue until May. A very reasonable the place for the annual Pottery Fair to

Community Centre rate and a small snack with a little be held on June 20th, 2009. Just a few

1914 West Arthur Street conversation at the end of 7 games, driveways up the road from the place

Phone: 577-6661 helps to break up the week. Games it was held for the last several years.

E-Mail: westarthur@tbaytel.net begin at 7:30 p.m. every Wednesday Drop by & see all the things that our

evening. We have a friendly group locals can produce, and teach us all

and if you’re looking for a few chuck- how interesting it is.

President:

les and some happy card players, we

Jayne Smith, 473-9070

are here. Just drop in on a Wednesday Yard Sale:

evening or give Wayne a call @ 473- Our Yard Sale will be on Saturday

Hall Rentals:

5703 and he can supply you with June 27th this year with the doors

The centre is open for rentals.

more details. open from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.

Anniversaries, Baby showers, ban-

quets, birthday parties (young & old), Tables are available by just calling the

Carpet Bowling: Centre at 577-6661 and making sure

bridal showers, almost any type of

Our Carpet Bowlers have already your table is booked. We are looking

course that we have enough interest in

started bowling each Thursday after- forward to a variety of items that we

can be covered. Family reunions,

noon at @ 1:30 p.m. and will contin- all have for sale at super reasonable

luncheons, funeral gatherings, meet-

ue every Thursday until May of 2009. prices. As you have heard so many

ings of al sizes, weddings, workshops

If you’d like to get a little limbering times before, “One man’s trash is

and many more.

up and meet some happy seniors, another man/s treasure”. Admission is

All this in air conditioned comfort.

come and join our group. They would FREE, but if you’d like to donate

For more information please call 577-

be more than happy to have you. For some canned items for the Shelter

6661.

more information, give George a call House, we have a barrel to collect

Our office hours are Tuesday &

@ 577-1570 or leave a message at the them in.

Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00

Centre.

p.m. and Thursdays from 3:00 p.m. to

7:00 p.m. or call and leave a message Jigsaw Puzzle Exchange:

T.O.P.S: If anyone is interested in dropping in

and we will get back to you.

T.O.P.S. Weigh-in is every Thursday to exchange a jigsaw puzzle or 2,

at 6:00 p.m. followed by a meeting at please give us a call and we will set a

General Meetings:

7:00 p.m. good date that will suit most people.

General meetings are every second

For more information please call We are thinking of a Thursday after-

Tuesday of March & May @ 7:00

Mary at 473-4863 or Rosemarie at noon after 2:30 p.m.

p.m. If you are interested in your

577-5924. We will exchange equal puzzle sizes.

Community Centre, please try and

make Any that are now available are from

Tai Chi: 500 – 750, & 1000 piece sizes. They

it for at least 1 of these meetings. We

Tai Chi is going every Wednesday & must be all complete, in good condi-

are looking for more involvement

Friday morning at 11:00 a.m. until 12 tion with no pieces missing. Just be

from the general public in the area.

noon. This Spring session will be sure to call before you venture out.

Come join us with your ideas.

going until on until April 3rd, 2009

and then the ladies will decide when Baseball Diamond:

Square Dancing:

the next new session will begin. For Our Ball Diamond is available for

Square Dancing has begun with the

more information please call the games by calling eh Centre for more

Amethyst Square Dancers starting at

Centre @ 577-6661. details or the City Parks Division for

8:00 p.m. every Monday evening.

Our group this time has been ladies, details. We also have a nice big park-

They will be dancing each week until

but if any of you gentlemen are inter- ing lot to make it easier to bring the

May of 2009. What a way to meet

ested, drop in and join the gals. family along, and we have a play-

new friends & get some easy exercise

as well! If you are interested in a ground for the kids to play in while

Moms & Tots: Mom or Dad play ball.

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beginners group, they will have one

If you are close to our Centre and

starting going as long as there are

would like to start up a Mom’s & We are always interested in new groups

enough participants.

Tot’s group, please give us a call @ for our Community Centre, so if you

For more information you may contact

577-6661and maybe we can accom- have a good idea please give us a call

Bea @ 346-5672 or Bill @ 577-2731.

modate you. At this time we do not and we will talk about it.

have a regular one. We are here

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West Thunder

VON Foot Care Clinics: Taiji or Tai Chi, the centuries old

Community Centre Third Friday of each month Chinese art of moving meditation,

915 South Edward Street 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. with its slow controlled movement.

Phone: 475-9396 Fax: 473-9055 Call 344-0012 to make an appoint- Tai Chi is suitable for all ages, includ-

Website: ment. ing seniors.

http://my.tbaytel.net/westthunder Whether you want to develop or

Email: westthunder@tbaytel.net Akira Dojo Karate (Main Hall) maintain your fitness level, practicing

Mini Session: Taiji will help you to:

President: Barbara Clara A 45 minute program created for chil- *Improve your mental & physical bal-

Vice President: Art Chepil dren taught in a positive, fun-filled ance.

Manager: Marie Boesche environment which incorporates a *Increase & maintain your range of

unique blend of benefits, self motion.

Regular Office Hours: –defense skills, the basics of Isshin *Improve flexibility and coordination.

Monday to Wednesdays: Ryu Karate & inner discipline of *Develop relaxed focused strength.

8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. body, mind & emotions. *Participate in an activity with deep

Thursdays – 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Classes begin: Monday, April 27th cultural roots, done by millions of

Fridays – 9a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 2009 – June 15th 2009. people all over the world.

Closed - Weekends & Holidays. Exclude May 18th 2009. Classes: Monday’s 10:00 a.m. to

Messages are picked up regularly. Times: 4:15 to 5:00 p.m. 11:00 a.m.

5:00 to 5:45 p.m. & Wednesdays: 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

Monthly WTCC Board Meetings: 5:45 to 6:30 p.m. 8 week classes.

Held the third Monday of each month. Limited space in the 5:45 – 6:30 p.m. Starting: March 16th to May 11 2009.

September – June. class so register early. Excluding: April 13, 2009

Contact information: Fee: $58.00 for the 16 classes.

Memberships: Sensei Tennier @ 475-3163 or 629- Must have a minimum of 10 for the

Single: $5.00 or minimum 10 hours 1389. class to run.

volunteer work. Maximum of 15 accepted.

Family: $7.00 Akira Dojo Karate Enrichment Call 475-9396 for more information.

Program: Instructor: Oliver Reimer @ 345-

West Thunder C.C. Annual This program will be for children’s 6209.

General Meeting: enrichment. This program will run on

Thursday, March 26 2009 Thursday’s. Sports Programs:

At 7:00 p.m. Cost: $125.00 for a 13 week session. Gymnasium Rentals (when available)

Everyone is welcome. Classes begin: February 5th 2009 to Basketball, badminton, volleyball and

May 7th 2009. disking.

Catered Functions: Exclude March 19th 2009 Must provide own equipment.

West Thunder’s Chef Don will pro- 4:15 to 5:00 p.m. Must have a waiver signed by an adult

vide full catering services for any For more information cann Sensi and adult supervision is required.

sized groups: Hayley Tennier @ 475-3163, 629-

*Showers/Baptism Luncheons 1389 or 475-9396. Team or Group Rentals:

*Anniversaries/Retirements $40.00 per hour plus GST.

*Wedding Receptions Kokoro Dojo Karate (Main Hall) You must supply your own equip-

*Breakfast/Lunch Menus Mini Session: ment. Nets are provided.

*Christmas Banquets Isshin Ryu Karate – A refundable damage deposit may be

*Plus much, much more! Ages 12 & up. required and a waiver must be signed

BOARDROOM: Up to 15 people. Isshin Ryu Karate uses natural body by an adult. Teams 17 years & under

MULTI-PURPOSE ROOMS: Up to mechanics and natural stances to must be supervised by an adult. For

50 people. make for a highly effective self- more information or to rent the hall

½ MAIN HALL: Up to 80 people. defense style. call 475-9396.

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FULL MAIN HALL: Up to 300 peo- The cost is $87.00 per session for 9

ple. week session with a one time non-

Weddings & Banquets/Sit Down or refundable registration fee of $15.00.

Buffet: Max 225 people. Classes begin:

All rooms are fully air-conditioned Monday, April 27th 2009 to June 29

and our facilities are fully wheelchair 2009.

accessible Exclude May 18th 2009.

Menu’s & catering out available upon Time: 6:30 – 7:30 Beginners

request. All rooms available to rent 7:30 – 8:30 Advanced

for workshops, meetings, training Drop-in Fee: $9.00 per class.

courses, seminars and conferences. Please call Sensi Joe @ 767-0121 or

Our gymnasium features basketball, 475-9396 for more information.

volleyball, badminton & disking

courts.



Indoor Yard Sale

May 2, 2009; 10 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Table Rental $10.00 Bring all of your

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Kripalu Yoga: Monday Afternoon Badminton Japanese Language Class







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Making you flexible & strong. A (Main Hall): Adults Only (Boardroom)

unique way to integrate body, mind & Mondays for 8 weeks. This is a beginner Japanese Language

spirit through opening the wisdom of Must pre-register for 8 week session. class, learning about live Japanese

your body. Time: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. conversation. Learn how to speak

Body – stretches & tones muscles, Starting March 2 – April 27 2009 simple Japanese sentences in class.

releases chronic tension, improves Excludes: April 13/09 Ages: 12 years & up

circulation, energizes & refreshes. Fee: $20.00/person Saturdayss, 8 weeks, 9:00-10:00 a.m.

Mind – calms restless thoughts, culti- Drop-In Only: $3.00/person Date: Mar. 21 - May 16, excl. Apr. 11

vates concentration, supports mental Fee: $50.00 ($30.00 course & $20.00

clarity & confidence & promotes self- 3 Week Mini Sessions: material)

awareness. Mondays, May 4/09 – May 25/09 Instructor: Hirroko Bekki Moeller

Spirit – Connects you with yourself, Time: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. *Classes will be cancelled if less than

encourages self-acceptance, honors Fee: $8.00/person 5 students register*

inner wisdom, invites deep stillness. Drop In: Fee: $3.00/person

Classes Begin - West Thunder 50+ Club Activities

Monday & Wednesday mornings: Wednesday Evening Badminton:

March 18/09 – May 27/09 Wednesday’s (8 week session). Executive Meeting:

Excluding May 18, 2009 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. 2nd Monday of the month @ 10:00 a.m.

10 weeks Next Session Begins: March – June 2009

9:30 – 11:00 a.m. March 4/09 – April 22/09 Memberships available: $3.00.

Fee: $150.00 Fee: $20.00

Minimum 10 people. Drop-Ins welcomed, $3.00 each 50+ Monthly Dances:

Must be 18yrs & older. March 27 & April 24 2009.

Register early & please make pay- 5 Week Mini Session: No dances held from May to August.

ment prior to class beginning to Phone for further details:

ensure that there are enough students Wednesdays, April 29/09 – May 475-9396.

to run class! 27/09 (5 weeks)

For more info, please call Colleen 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Craft Group (MP#2):

Sadler @ 622-2764. Fee: $13.00 Mondays: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.

200 hour Certified Yoga Teacher/ Drop In: $3.00/person March & April 2009.

Instructor: Colleen Sadler. Enjoy coffee and conversation while

Friday Badminton Drop In Session working on your project.

Yoga Mini Session: Adults Only

Monday & Wednesday class starting Friday’s 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Euchre (Main Hall):

June 1 to June 24 2009. Begins March - May 2009 Tuesdays, 1:00- 3:00 p.m.

9:30 - 11:00 a.m. Exclude April 10 2009 March to May 2009.

8 classes with a cost of $60.00 Drop In: $3:00/person

Disking (Main Hall):

Kripalu Yoga – Fridays Only: Parents & Tots Program (Main Wednesdays, 9:30- 11:15 a.m.

Begins March 20 to May 29 2009. Hall): March – May 2009.

Exclude April 10 2009. Tuesdays & Thursdays

9:30 - 11:00 a.m. 9:30 – 11:15 a.m. Cribbage (Main Hall):

Fee: $75.00 Play Group: Thursdays, 1:00-3:00 p.m.

Minimum 10 people per class As this is a Volunteer program, parent March – May 2009.

participation in setting up and taking

Drop Ins Welcome for all Yoga down is appreciated. *Watch for the information on our

Classes. Fee is $9.00 per class. Bring a nutritious peanut-free snack yearly Craft Sale in the next issue of

to share. Children enjoy crafts, free the Key*

Yoga Mini Session: play and circle time. Juice and coffee

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Friday Only class starting provided.

June 5 – June 26 2009. Fee: $3.00 per visit for first 3 children

9:30 - 11:00 a.m., & $1.00 for each additional child.

4 classes with a cost of $30.00 Program will run during the March

break. All are welcome.

Just For Exercise Men’s For more information call 475-9396.

Basketball:

Wednesday evenings Westfort Toastmasters

Looking for men who would like to (Boardroom):

play basketball just for fun & exer- Every second Tuesday

cise. Will run from October 2008 to 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.

April 2009. Continues to June 2009

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North Neebing Vickers Heights Old Tyme music, dancing & social

Community Centre Community Centre evening.

2145 Rosslyn Road 1695 Broadway Ave. 4th Wednesday from 7:30 pm to 10

Phone: 474-0909 Phone: 577-4041 pm. Light lunch served

On the road to the Old Fort Feb. 25, March 25, April 24, & May

President: E-mail: vheights@tbaytel.net 27. Admission: $5.00.

Jim Littleford, 474-0909 Visit our Website at: www.vhcc.ca

Hunter Safety Course:

Hall Rentals: Hunter Education & Canadian

Online Hall Reservations:

Nellie, 475-4630 or Firearms Safety Course.

www.vhcc.ca

474-0909 (leave message). March 4, 18 & April 15th.

Reasonable rates for shower’s, birth- Phone 473-4588 to register.

Annual Meeting:

day parties, anniversary parties, meet- March 18, 2009 at 7:00 p.m.

ing’s, etc. Scrapbooking Workshop:

March 14 & April 11.

Hall Rentals: Call Tuchar at 577-

Whist: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

6343 or use the on-line reservation

Sundays, 7:00 p.m. Cost: $10.00

form at www.vhcc.ca

Call Marcia @ 473-4886 or Molly @ Phone Martha @ 623-0804 for more

622-8503 information.

Picnics:

Beginners Welcome! Please book your summer picnics

Playgroup:

now.

Women’s Fitness Group: We are looking for volunteers

Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays for the Moms’ and Tots Playgroup.

Pilates Matwork:

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Mornings or afternoons for 2 hours.

Pilates targets the deep abdominal

Instructor: Nellie Murphy For more information call Randy at

muscles building strength from the

Call Nellie @ 475-4630 577-9067, or leave your name at

inside out. Regular practice of Pilates

Broadway Variety.

produces dramatic improvements in

Girl Guides: posture, body alignment, muscle tone,

30th Thunder Bay Girl Guides. Women's Institute:

balance, flexibility and core strength!

Thursday’s 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Meetings are held the SECOND

Contact Mary-Jo Charlebois @ 577-8742 Wednesday of each month. This is an

Beginners -- Mondays 7:00 – 7:50 p.m.

organization for personal growth and

March 2, 2009. (8 weeks)

We are open for suggestions or ideas community action. If you have any

Barbara Smith, STOTT Certified

for classes you may be interested in or questions about the group call

Pilates Instructor.

would like to give. Time slots avail- President, Gerd Hamilton @ 577-

Fee: $84.00

able. Please call 475-4630 or 474- 9694.

Call Debbie at Ross Pilates to regis-

0909 and leave a message. ter @ 476-0352.

Neebing Needlers:

Anyone interested in quilting & shar-

ing ideas is welcome to meet with us

on the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each

month from 12:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Call Lelia @ 577-8596.



Community Internet Access:

Volunteer(s) wanted to moderate

Internet Access opportunities.

Training provided. Times and days to

suit your schedule. Call Randy at 577-

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9067.



The Viking Club:

Scandinavians and friends

meet the first Monday of each

month at 10:30 a.m.



Hall Board Volunteers needed!

No experience necessary

Your input into Centre activities

would be appreciated.

Third Wednesday each month









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North End Community Capoiera is a non-contact Afro- level of individual participants. Yoga

Brazilian Martial Art disguised as a is about accepting ourselves com-

Centre dance. Capoiera balances competition pletely, wherever we are at. Please

954 Huron Avenue with camaraderie while simultaneous- bring a mat, blanket, rope or long

Phone: 345-1951 ly developing rhythm, song, flexibili- strong scarf and comfortable flexible

ty, acrobatics, stamina, and full body clothes. Try to refrain from eating 2

strength. It is a “game” comprised of hours prior to class.

President: Barb Kukko, 344-4830

a circle of players, who sing and clap, Instructor: Chandra Morton (YTT –

inside of which two opponents impro- Mount Madonna Centre)

Hall Rentals:

vise fluid movements of call and Contact: 768-0565

The hall is available for showers,

response non-contact kick and escape

shags, birthday parties, and many

moves. One of the only martial arts Yoga:

other social events. Catering is also

involving music, three main instru- Wednesdays:

available for all occasions.

ments are also learned: berimbau (a 7:45 – 9:15 p.m.

Call Barb at 344-4830.

one stringed acoustic bow), atabaque March 4, 2009.

(a drum), apdeiro ( a tambourine) Cost: $45.00 / session.

Birthday Parties:

accompanied by call and response

Plan your next Children’s Party

singing in Brazilian-Portuguese. T.O.P.S:

Celebration at North End Rec Centre.

Weekly weigh-in and support meet-

Rental of equipment for games and

Class structure includes warm-ups, ings

activities add on a extra $10.00.

movement drills, specific kick and Wednesdays 11:45 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Call Barb at 344-4830

escape moves, partner sequencing, Support meetings: 1:30- 2:30 p.m.

music and the roda, the game. For more information contact Janette

NorthEnd Karate Club:

For more information call: @ 768-5991.

Recreational & competitive Karate

768-0565.

Classes for children 4 & up.

Instructor: Chandra Morton Ballroom Dancing:

Beginner class: 6:00- 7:00 p.m.

(Tamarack) Have more fun at Weddings, Proms,

Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Shags, Parties and Dances!

Advanced class: 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Capoiera: Learn to ballroom dance in a relaxed

Tuesday & Thursday

Wednesday’s: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. and casual environment with Barrie

Advanced Belts: 6:30- 8:00 p.m.

March 4, 2009. and Sandy Rooks.

Mondays

1st class free. Learn Fox Trot, Tango, Cha Cha,

All classes are taught by a qualified

Cost: $45.00 (8 weeks) or $8.00 drop- Night Club 2 Step, Waltz in a social

Black Belt instructor.

in fee. style suited to

For more info call Cheryl at 251-

Thunder Bay's Dance floor.

6922 or 768-0805 or email

Yoga Classes We also will help with your first

www.northendkarate.com

dance for your wedding.

Yoga – Classical Ashtanga

NORTH END SOCCER:

(The 8 limbs of Yoga as taught by Classes start Sunday March 29th for 8

Recreational league for children

Babi Hari Dass): weeks at $50.00 per couple.

Ages 3 to 14. Runs May & June.

This style of yoga focuses on 8 main Beginners at 7:00 PM to 8:30.

Convener: Adam Cousins

practices or processes meant to purify Intermediate at 8:30 to 10:00 PM

Email: northend.soccer@gmail.com

the body and mind for the purpose of (Must have previous dance experi-

or call 345-1951 or 344-4830.

ultimately developing a higher knowl- ence)

edge of reality and peace. This class

Registration Dates:

will emphasize 5 of these limbs, For more information and to register

Saturday March 7, 14 & 21st from

which will include techniques to call 473-1922 or email bgbrooks

11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

increase flexibility and strengthen the @shaw.ca

Wednesday March 25th from 6:00 –

body, while calming and focusing the

8:00 p.m.

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mind.

Class structure will include physical

Late registration after March 25th will

postures (asana); breath control

be accepted by telephone only until

(pranayama); mantras & hand mudras

April 8th.

(pratyahara); meditation techniques

(dhyana & dharana); and a final 10 –

Soccer Fest!

15 minute rest & relaxation period.

June - TBA



Youth Dances:

Our dances are held the second Friday

of every month.

Cost: $4.00 per child

Time: 7:00 – 10:00 p.m.

Children must be picked up by 10:15

p.m.

Grades 4 to 8 only.

Call 251-4451 for more information.

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North McIntyre Made fresh every Wednesday. $3.50 nals and back muscles. This class will

Recreation Centre per dozen frozen; $3.00 cooked per utilize a variety of equipment includ-

2051 Government Road dozen. Call Ruth at 767-0998 or the ing the Swiss Ball, flex bands and

R.R. #12 Rec. Centre @ 767-1400. weights for optimal results!! To regis-

Phone & Fax: 767-1400 ter call Debbie at 475-6918 or visit

Cribbage: www.rosspilates.ca

Office Hours: Every Monday evening starting at 6:00

The office is open Monday 9:15 a.m. p.m. Please call 767-1400 for more info. Pilates Sculpt!

to 11:00 a.m. & Tuesday & Thursday Tuesdays 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

mornings from 9:15 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. International Ballroom Dancing: March 24 – May 12, 2009

Please leave your name and number Wednesday nights. Starts at 8:15 p.m. Lynda DePiero, STOTT Certified

and a short message and we will until 10:00 p.m. Cost is $30.00 per per- Pilates Instructor.

return your calls. Thank you. son or $60.00 per couple for 6 weeks.

Call Walter at 767-4845 for more info. Golf Fit:

Rentals: Finally, a golf-specific conditioning pro-

We have 3 different areas to rent for Nor Mac Seniors: gram that delivers amazing results! This

your function. Let us help you with Thursday mornings from 10:00 a.m. program is designed to improve your

your Weddings, Anniversary’s, with light exercise and then enjoy an game by addressing all the factors that

Shower’s, Meeting’s, Workshop’s, hour of enjoyable social time. Anyone directly contribute to your game such as

Birthday Parties etc. 50+ welcomed. balance, power, core strength & flexibil-

Now with Internet Access. ity. Strngthen underlying weaknesses,

We are located in city limits, 5 min- Little Mac Playschool: address flexibility issues, strengthen the

utes from County Fair Plaza just off Tuesday mornings from 9:30 a.m. to deep abdominal & lower back muscles

Dawson Rd. We are wheelchair acces- 11:30 a.m. Light snacks included. For that support the lower back allowing

sible. Call today and we till quote you more information, call Janet at 767-1707. you to develop a swing that is both pow-

prices. erful & effective, improving your game

Karate: while preventing injuries!

One Stroke Paint Classes: Tuesday & Thursday evenings from Mondays: 6:15 – 7:00 p.m.

Classes will be held in the spring. 6:30 p.m. until 10 p.m. Call Mike @ March 23 – May 25, 2009

Dates will be Tuesday April 7th, 2009 683-5041 or Trevor @ 344:5702 for (no class April 13 or May 18, 2009)

in the mornings from 10:00 a.m. to more information. Lynda Depiero, ACE Certified Instructor

12:00 noon. Please register before To register call Debbie @ 476-0352

classes and have your equipment Ladies Auxiliary:

ready to start the first class. Cost for 6 Wed. mornings at 9:30 a.m.-noon. Stretching & Toning:

weeks is $60.00. Call the Rec Centre This class is very beneficial for peo-

@ 767-1400 for more information ple with arthritis, limited range of

please. Jumbo Gardens motion or suffering from overall stiff-

Community Centre ness. It will help you relieve tension,

Pancake Breakfasts: 330 Toivo Street enjoy new flexibility and improve on

Come out and enjoy a great breakfast Phone: 625-2304 your balance.

of Finn pancakes, sausages, eggs, Tuesday’s & Thursday’s

bacon, orange juice, tea or coffee. Pilates Matwork: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon.

February 22nd, 2009 Pilates targets the deep abdominal February 24 – April 2, 2009.

Sunday March 29th, 2009 muscles building strength from the Instructor: Kathy Littlefield.

Sunday April 26th, 2009 & inside out. Regular practice of Pilates

May 31st, 2009 produces dramatic improvements in Beginner Line Dance Class:

Come out and enjoy a great breakfast posture, body alignment, muscle tone, Starting Wednesday 8:00 - 9:00 p.m.

of Finn pancakes, sausages, eggs, balance, flexibility and core strength! Open Western Dancing from 9:00 –

bacon, orange juice & tea or coffee. 10:00 p.m. For more information call

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Beginners: Mondays 5:20–6:15 p.m. Chris Goodheart @ 767-2365.

Cost: $7.00 per adult & children March 23 – May 25, 2009

under 12 $3.00 each. Round Dance: Fridays & Sundays

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Strong Beginner: from 6 pm. For information call

Wednesdays 7:00 – 7:50 p.m. Norma and Gary Hill at 623-7615.

Meat Bingoes: March 25 – May 13, 2009

Come out with the whole family (chil- Lynda DePiero, STOTT Certified Square Dance: Thursdays from 8:00

dren invited also). Pilates Instructor. p.m. to 10 p.m. For information call

These are meat bingoes Call Ross Pilates & Conditioning to June & Alf Gill @ 345-7517, Jerry &

Door open at 5 p.m. Early birds 5:30 register @ 475-6918 or visit Helen Hyvarinen @ 767-3679 or Rick

p.m. Regular games 6:00 p.m. Cost is www.rosspilates.ca & Brenda Wright @ 933-4205

only .50 cents per card. Don’t forget

to bring your bingo chips or pennies. Pilates Sculpt! Thunder Bay Weavers & Spinners

The ultimate workout featuring the Guild: Meets the 4th Monday of each

Sunday Feb. 22nd, 2009 perfect blend of Body Sculpting month at 7 p.m. at Jumbo Gardens

Sunday March 29th, 2009 resistance training and core condition- Community Centre. For more informa-

Sunday April 26th, 2009 & ing Pilates to tone, shape, sculpt, & tion call Margaret Duncan @ 344-3824.

Sunday May 31st, 2009 lengthen your body. Improve muscu- All courses held at Jumbo Gardens

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Crafts & Cards: Rainbow Club Seniors Dance:

Ogden Gather with some new & old friends Come out for an afternoon of dance

Community Centre for an hour of working on your with live bands!

600 McKenzie Street favorite craft or playing a fun game of The Rainbow Club Seniors Dance is

Phone: 625-2198 cards. Coffee & tea will be provided. held at Ogden Community Centre on

email: ogden@thunderbay.ca This is a drop-in program so come out Saturday afternoons from 1:30 – 3:30

when you can. p.m. and includes lunch.

Contact: Renee Roy Wednesday’s

February 25, 2009 Jackpine

Room Rentals: FREE! – For more information call

Ogden Community Centre has several Karen @ 625-2930. Community Centre

multi-purpose rooms to choose from 260 Jackpine Road

for meetings, training courses, semi- Scrapbooking & Socializing: P7G 1P6

nars, lectures, children’s birthday par- Are you looking for a time to share Phone: 345-1641

ties, baby/bridal showers or scrapbooking equipment & ideas?

dance/drama groups. We also house a This is the program for you! This President: Dave Andrusyk

full sized gymnasium, equipped for small group of people pool their Rentals:

many sports, such as floor hockey, resources & share scrapbooking Jackpine Community Centre is avail-

and basketball (nets and some equip- equipment so that more is available at able for daily, weekly or monthly

ment is provided). Ogden Community an affordable cost. Bring your pic- rentals. We can seat up to 200 people

Centre also has a full kitchen with two tures & basic scrapbooking materials at Jackpine for special functions.

stoves and well equipped for a variety such as paper, stickers etc. The rest is

of uses. All dishes, pots, pans and here. Coffee & tea are available. Attention Groups:

utensils are provided. Bring your own lunch & stay awhile. We are currently looking for new user

Give us a call or send an email for If scrapbooking is new to you then groups as we have some primetime

booking inquiries. come by for a visit and see how it is hours available in the evenings and in

done. the daytime hours.

Our Rooms Include: Fridays from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

South Pod: Up to 75 people February 27th, March 27th & April Volunteers:

Meeting Room: Up to 35 people. 24th, 2009. Volunteers are always welcome at

Kitchen: Up to 15 people Jackpine.

Rainbow Room: Up to 75 people. Grey Hares – We are always looking for new people

Gymnasium Senior’s Fitness Program: and new ideas. If you

Seniors of all abilities are welcome to have an idea or time to run or help run

Hours of Operation: attend this wonderful FREE fitness a program, please call us. We would

Monday – Friday: program. It is social, fun & great for love to help you out. User groups are

9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. the mind & body. Linda will guide also welcome for morning & after-

Monday – Thursday: you through a casual workout where noon usage. Please contact us at 345-

6:00 – 9:00 p.m. you can enjoy fitness at a level you 1641 & leave a message.

Saturdays: 10:00 – 4:00 p.m. can achieve.

Location: Ogden Community Centre. General Meetings:

Rental Fees: Dates: Thursday’s February 26 June Our general meetings are held the 2nd

1 hour - $14.02 11, 2009. Monday of each month from 7:00 to

2 – 3 hours - $28.04 Time: 12:30 – 1:30 8:00 p.m. All are welcome.

4 hours - $42.06 Cost: FREE

5 – 6 hours - $56.08 Instructor: Lynda Depiero. Mini Soccer:

Ages 4 – 11 years.

Thunder Bay Boys & Girls Club – Goal Ball: Wednesday nights from 6:30 – 7:30

Youth Outreach Program: Goal Ball is a sport for people of all p.m.

Tuesday evenings from 6:30 p.m. – ages. You play with two blindfolded Come out and join our fun

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9:00 p.m. teams at either end of a court & move non-competitive soccer program

The Thunder Bay Boys & Girls Club a ball back & forth across the court. If where fun and team play comes first!

is hosting their Outreach Program for you get past the other team’s end line, Fee $35.00

children from you get a point. Come out & try this

SK – Gr. 8. The Outreach Program great sport! Registration:

provides a variety of activities, Location: Ogden Community Centre. Monday March 2nd, 2009

including sports, games, & crafts in a Dates: Saturday’s (Feb. 28th, Mar. Wednesday March 4th, 2009

fun and safe environment. Come join 28th) at Jackpine from 6 – 8 p.m.

Thunder Bay Boys & Girls Club’s Time 12 – 2 p.m. Please enroll early to avoid disap-

qualified and supportive staff every Cost: FREE pointment as space is limited.

Tuesday evening. For more informa-

tion contact Ogden Community For more information email Tessa @

Centre @ 625-2198 or Lee-Ann puppycat@tbaytel.net or call Stephen

Skirving of the Boys & Girls Club @ @ 625-3220.

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Fitness Over 50 (Fifty) with Lynda Line Dancers:

Volunteer Pool DePiero: Thursday evenings. For more infor-

Recreation Association Class Schedule mation call 767-6423.

180 Martha Street Stretch & Strengthen :

Phone: 344-4651 Low to Moderate Intensity Ray & Dan’s Country Jam Session

Swimming Pool: 345-5143 Monday, Wednesday & Friday’s: 9:00 (Acoustic Only):

Hall Rentals: 345-7230 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Sunday Evenings 7:30- 11:00 p.m.

Monday & Wednesday’s: Everyone Welcome! Come out and

Hall Rentals: 345-7230 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. play or listen. Small admission fee.

Class components include: For further information call Ray at

Yoga Experience: Warm –up, light/moderate cardio, 767-2159 or 628-3605, or Dan at 345-

Discover the benefits of Yoga. Feel muscle strengthening, stretching, 3329.

peaceful & relaxed, inspired & flexibility & balance.

recharged & increase your flexibility. Equipment used: Handheld weights,

Hatha Yoga: 7:00 p.m. Monday April bands, chairs, stability ball (optional) Vale

6th, 2009 Community Centre

Power Yoga: 6:00 p.m. Friday April Step n’ Sculpt: 420 Vale Ave.

17th, 2009 Moderate to High Intensity – Phone: 577-2290

To register call 345:5678 Intermediate Level

Shirley Delorme, Certified Instructor. Tuesday & Thursday’s: President:

10:15 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Kay Geravelis: 577-5038

Pilates Mat Work (Beginners): Class components include:

Pilates targets the deep abdominal Cardio training, muscle conditioning, Office Hours:

muscles building strength from the stability & stretching with the use of Monday to Friday

inside out. Regular practice of Pilates platforms, stability ball, handheld 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 Noon

produces dramatic improvements in weights/bands. Phone: 577-2290

posture, body alignment, muscle tone,

balance, flexibility & core strength! Jazz Dancing: Hall Rentals:

Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:00 a.m. - (Not Jazzercise) Vale is available for Hall Rentals for

9:50 a.m. Beginner (little or no experience): Meetings, Kids Birthday Parties,

STOTT Certified Pilates Instructor. Mondays: 10:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. Baby Showers, Wedding Showers,

For more info call Debbie @ 476- Intermediate (experienced): Children’s Christmas Parties, Yard

0352 Mondays: 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Sales, etc. Call Kay 577-5038 or the

Participants will learn basic to inter- Centre 577-2290.

You-Nique Fitness: mediate jazz dance steps, combina-

Low Impact – High Energy Total tions in creative movements to chore- Fun Fitness:

Body Work Out. ographed dance routines. This easy to follow exercise program

8 week session- $45.00 is ideal if you have arthritis or other

Tuesdays and Thursdays Get On The Ball: health related issues, or if you have

5:30- 6:30 p.m. Wednesday & Friday’s: been away from regular exercise for

For more information call Maria at 10:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. awhile.

344-2094. With the use of the Stability Ball, par- Every Tuesday & Thursday ‘s from

ticipants will engage in cardio train- 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.

Jane & Joan: ing, muscle conditioning & exercises February 24 – April 2, 2009

Low Impact Fitness Classes Made geared towards flexibility, balance & $3.00 Drop In Fee.

Easy. stretching. Instructor: Kathy Littlefield.

Tuesdays and Thursdays Classes run for 13 weeks starting

6:30- 7:30 p.m. March 30, 2009 to June 26, 2009. TOPS:

9 weeks - $55.00 (excluding April 10th & May 18/09) Fridays 9 – 11 AM. For more infor-

Call 344-2975. Certified Instructor & mation, call the Centre @ 577-2290.

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Certified Stott Pilates Instructor.

20/20 Lunch Break Variety: Over 25 years experience specializing Hot Lunch for School Kids:

Tuesday & Friday’s from 12:10 p.m. in quality adult exercise programs. Every Wednesday from

to 12:50 p.m. Special introductory offer & payment 11 – 1 PM

Get your quick fitness at midday. Feel plan. Call the Centre 577-2290.

re-energized by combining cardio,

muscle conditioning & flexibility Call 767-4942 to secure your spot for Vale 55Plus:

exercises. For more information call the spring!! Wednesdays, 1 – 3 PM

Lynda DePiero @ 767-4942. Call Kay 577-5038 or the Centre @

Hill City Square Dancers: 577-2290.

Tuesdays, 8:00 – 10:00 p.m.

Call Gerald Hyvarinen We are open for any suggestion you

@ 767-3679 for more information. would like to see at Vale. Call the

Centre @ 577-2290.

Girl Guides:

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Current River February 13th, 14th, 15th, 2009. Soccer Registration:

Community Centre A fun filled weekend for all ages. Saturday March 7th, 14th & 21st from

450 Dewe Ave PO Box 22010 Watch for details & events in a future 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Phone: 683-8451 Fax: 683-3601 newsletter. Wednesday March 18th from 6:00

E-mail: crra_1@yahoo.ca p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Web Page: Youth Dances:

www.currentrivercom.com Our dances are held the last Friday of CRRA Thunder Bay Girls Softball

every month (except summer). Registration dates:

President: Arlene Halvorsen Cost: $5.00 / per child. Saturday, April 4, Saturday April 11

Time: 7:00 – 10:00 p.m. from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Office Hours: Doors open @ 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 15 from 6:00 - 8:00

Monday- Friday 9:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. Children must be picked up by 10:15 p.m. p.m.

Grades 4 – 8 only. All schools wel- Saturday, April 18 from 10:00 a.m. -

CRRA Board Meetings: come! Only the first 320 children will 1:00 p.m.

The meetings are held the 3rd be admitted. Parent volunteers are New Seniors Division

Thursday of each month (except in needed in order to run out youth 20 years and over

the summer) at the centre. dances. If you can help please call the

centre @ 683-8451 Meat Bingo:

Family membership $5.00 per family. Student cards are required!! Held once a month usually the 2nd

Sunday of the month.

Volunteers: Parents & Tots: February 8th, March 15th.

Volunteers are needed at our centre. Mom’s & Dad’s, tired of only having April 26th, May 17th & June 14th.

We do work Bingos 2 times a month a baby to talk to in the morning? First 4 cards are $2.00. each addition-

at Thunder Bay Community Bingo Bring your children out to play with al card is .50 cents.

and our meat Bingo once a month. We other kids on Monday, Tuesday, Early Birds – 6:15 p.m. / 5 games of 2

could use help from students who Wednesday & Thursday mornings lines for $1.00 gets 6 cards.

would like to make up their volunteer from 9:30 – 11:15 a.m. Regular games start at 7:00 p.m.

hours for school. Fee - $3.50 per child Chip & Dabber. Concession is open.

.50 cents each additional child.

Hall Rentals: Daily activities include crafts, free Quilting:

We feature 3 rooms for rental. The play, story time & singing circle. Thursday’s from 7:00- 10:00 p.m. No

Cedar Star Room, the Boardroom and Special events are organized around formal instruction. Come out and sew

a Small Meeting Room. We provide the holidays. Juice is provided. your quilts with others. This is a good

full banquet catering services for Call the Centre for more information. time for you all to get together and

weddings, banquets, as well as cater- your own projects and help each

ing for luncheons, teas, showers, etc. Fitness Classes: other. Fee: $35.00

We have plenty of daytime space Using weights, Dyna-bands & step.

open for classes, programs, seminars This is a variety class for all fitness Is Shin Ryn Karate:

and meetings. Call Pat Baker, Hall levels. Classes are held every Tuesday Is Shin Ryn Karate with Dinah Jung.

Manager, at the Centre to book your & Thursday afternoon from 1:30 to The Karate Club has been in opera-

event! 2:30 p.m. Drop-in Fee: $5.00 tion for many years under the leader-

Instructor – Lisa Gerts ship of Sensi Dinah Jung. The club

Letter From The President: teaches Is Shin Ryn Karate which

The Current River Community Centre CRRA 55Plus: uses national body mechanics & natu-

is proud to offer recreational opportu- Every Wednesday afternoon from ral stances to make for a highly effec-

nities for both young & seniors alike. 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. enjoy time with tive self defense style.

With winter approaching, we offer your friends or make new friends. Children classes: Monday’s from

many indoor activities. Everyone is welcomed. 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Crib for Seniors, Parents & Tots, Get together for a fun afternoon of Teen / Adult Classes:

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Quilting, Folk Art, Karate, Socials, cribbage with our seniors. Monday’s from 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.

Mighty Mite Hockey, Pee Wee Advanced Classes: Wednesday’s from

Hockey, Crafts & Soccer. We offer One Stroke Painting: 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.

exercise classes at all levels, just to Starting April 8th to May 13th. If interested in any of the classes,

name a few. Come out and enjoy your Girls Softball Registration: please call Dinah @ 767-3825.

centre. Feel free to call the centre for Saturday April 4th, 11th & 18th from

information or new ideas. Our execu- 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

tive is working hard for our communi- Wednesday April 15th, 6:00-8:00 p.m.

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Arlene Halverson: President CRRA.









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Ballroom Dance Lessons:

International, American & Social Catering: There will NOT be any formal

Style taught by professionals. The fully air-conditioned O.R.R.A. instruction; however, helpful sugges-

Tuesday January 13, 2009 has rental space for weddings, show- tions & advice will be available with-

7:00 – 8:30 p.m. ers, socials, anniversaries, meetings, in the group.

Beginner Level: Never danced shags (Friday nights only) and special Tuesdays: 7:00 – 10:00 p.m.

before or only know 1 or 2 steps? parties. Stags also available in the March 10th – May 12th

We teach in a relaxed & calm atmos- Oliver Room only. ($20.00 / session)

phere. Come out, don’t be shy & have Enjoy the use of our large projection

fun while learning to dance Fox Trot screen for showing slides or movies Latin Line Dance:

(the most common dance). over our stage. Now you can learn all the fun steps to

Waltz: (most traditional for weddings We feature two rooms – the the cha cha, swing, mambo and more,

& also the most elegant). MAIN HALL, capacity 170, and the without a partner. Come out and enjoy

Tango, Swing, Rumba, OLIVER ROOM, capacity 90. We these classes which are taught in

Cha Cha, Samba & more. also offer FULL banquet catering: friendly and patient atmosphere.

No runners or flip flops please. hot meals, cold plates, sandwiches for Everyone is welcome.

(unless that is all you have) weddings, showers, funerals, etc. Wednesday, 1:00- 2:15 p.m.

Tuesday’s in January 2009. Be sure to ask for a menu! March 25th – May 13th.

Intermediate Level: $22.00 / person

8:40–10:10 p.m. PROGRAMS Instructor: Frank Cartwright

Come out and learn more steps or

amalgamations to your favorite Registration: Oliver Road Social Bridge Drop-In:

dances. Monday, March 2nd to Friday, March Come out and play a fun game of

Intermediate level should know basic 6th. Call the office at 345-9531, bridge. Everyone is welcome!

steps to most dances. Monday to Friday between 9:00 a.m. Fridays: 12:50 – 3:30 p.m.

Classes are 9 to 10 weeks long. - 1:00 p.m. or Thursday evenings Starting: January 9th.

January 15th – March 10th, 2009 between 6:00- 8:00 p.m. NOTE: Fee: $5.00 / afternoon.

Registration MUST be paid before

For more information or to register classes start. Please make cheques OTHER EVENTS

call Frank or Margaret @ 345-0565 or payable to OLIVER ROAD COM-

email mcartwri@tbaytel.net MUNITY CENTRE. T.O.P.S (Take off Pounds Sensibly):

You may also register the first night at Tuesdays, weigh-in 6:15 to 7:15 p.m.

this location only. Social Dance (Intermediate) Support meeting at 7:30 p.m. down-

Should have a beginner’s course. For stairs around back.

*Wedding Dance Choreography more information, call Frank @ 768- For more information call Diane at

always available* 9102 or email mcartwri@tbaytel.net 344-6974 or Rose Marie at 577-5924

Mondays: 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.

March 9th – May 11th. Spring Flea Market:

Oliver Road ($50.00 / couple) Saturday, April 4th 2009

Community Centre Instructor: Frank Cartwright. 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

563 Oliver Road To book a table, call the office at 345-

Phone: 345-9531 Social Dance (Beginners or 9531.

Refresher):

President: Learn to waltz, foxtrot, polka, cha

Wilma Wood, 344-7549 cha, tango and swing. Wedding chore-

ography always available.

Office Hours: NEW! Night Club 2 Step!

Call the office at 345-9531, Monday Mondays, 8:30 - 10:15 p.m.

to Friday between 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 March 9th – May 11th.

p.m. or Thursday evenings 6:00 – ($65.00 / couple)

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8:00 p.m. Instructor: Frank Cartwright.



General Meetings: Morning Stretch & Relaxation:

Held the first Thursday of March & Stretch and move your body through a

May, at 7:30 p.m. Everyone is wel- series of postures and routines.

come! Get involved! Techniques help to strengthen and

relax your body & mind. A healthy

Ladies Auxiliary Meetings: way to start your morning. All ages

Held the first Monday of the month at welcome.

1:30 p.m. Tuesdays& Thursdays:

Come out and meet new people! 9:30- 10:30 a.m.

March 31st – June 4th.

2009 Memberships: $45.00 / session

Memberships are $5.00 per year. Instructor: Marina McEachern

Come to our office and fill out your

membership today! Become a mem-

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Westfort The next flea market will be held on Tai Chi is a low-impact exercise for

Recreation Centre Saturday May 2nd from 9:00 a.m. – all ages. It develops balance, flexibil-

397 Empire Avenue 1:00 p.m. We have 6 or 8 foot tables ity & strength. It releases stress, low-

Phone: 623-3282 available to suit your needs. Tables ers blood pressure & increases circu-

Email: westfort@tbaytel.net are $12.00 & $16.00 with members lation.

receiving half price. Set up wil be on Contact Hu MacDonald for more

President: Friday May 1st from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. information @ 626-9540.

Sherry Rickard, 625-6527 Book your table early and start clean- Advanced – Wednesday’s & Friday’s

ing out those unwanted items. For from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.

Hall Rental Information: rentals please call 623-3282 & leave a

We have a sunny, 1800 square foot message or call Sherry @ 625-6527. Youth Dances:

hall with a hardwood floor. It is wheel We are now in our 7th year for the

chair accessible, has full kitchen facil- Table Tennis: 2008-2009 dance season.

ities, and can seat 110. The rates are All ages welcome. $2.00 per visit. The dances are held on the 4th Friday

reasonably affordable. We rent for Come out and play a game or two of every month running from

weddings, birthdays, showers, with us. September to May. The dances are for

anniversaries and much more. Our Mondays, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Contact children from Grade 4 – 8. The time is

Centre is alcohol free. To rent, please Ken MacDonald at 623-9408 for from 7:00 - 9:30 p.m.

call the office @ 623-3282 and leave more information. Dances are strictly supervised and

a message. Daytime space available children are not allowed outside the

for numerous classes, programs, sen- Social Ballroom Dance: building once admitted. Limited tick-

iors & meetings. Want to learn to dance or have experi- ets are sold each month. To get your

ence already? Join us starting March tickets call the Centre @ 623-3282 or

Tuesday & Wednesday evening 31st for 8 weeks of classes. $50.00 Sherry @ 625-6527. Ask about our

spaces available for weekly program- per couple. monthly passes. Purchase them for

ming. Do you have an exercise pro- 7:00 p.m. for Intermediate (should $30.00 and receive 2 dances free.

gram, fitness class or do you teach have previous dance experience) Admission per dance is $5.00

craft classes or something else that 8:30 p.m. for Beginners.

you need a space for? Give us a call For more information or to register Dance Dates:

for accommodations. early please call Barrie or Sandy January 23rd

Rooks @ 473-1922 or email February 27th

Council Meetings: bgrooks@shaw.ca March 27th

Held the second Monday of the month Call early as classes fill up quickly. April 24th

at 7:00 p.m. Everyone is welcomed to May 22nd

attend. For more information please Celtic/Irish Dance:

contact Sherry at 625-6527. Learn the basics of Celtic Irish Volunteers are always needed. Please

Dancing. This course takes a step by call Sherry @ 625-6527

step approach to breaking down the

Celtic Dance in a way that’s easy to Attention Neighborhood!

lean & enjoy. Come experience the If you live in the area & you would

thrill on Thursday evenings. Four dif- like to see something at your Centre,

ferent age & experience groups are please give us a call and let us know.

available from children to adult. For If you can run a program or know

more information & registration someone who needs space to run

please call Lynda DePiero @ 767- something, let us know by calling the

4942. office @ 623-3282 or emailing us at

westfort@tbaytel.net

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Tennis

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RATES - (May to September) OPEN

Adult . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$205.00

Junior (14-18) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$90.00 HOUS-E 4

23 2

Family Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$395.00 MAYaw for

Dr

Junior Development . . . . . . . . . . .$25.00 Free hip!

rs

Juvenile (13 & under) . . . . . . . . .$80.00 membe

Senior (60+) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$135.00

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Married Couple . . . . . . . . . . . . .$330.00

Adult Day Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$8.00

Student (full-time) . . . . . . . . . . .$135.00

Senior Couple . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$230.00

New members only

Adult . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$135.00

Student & Senior (60+) . . . . . . .$100.00

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OTA TENNIS PATHWAYS PROGRAM

Tennis / Tree Stewardship

www.ThunderBay.ca/Rec&Culture Tennis Pathways makes it easy and fun for anyone to

TRY, LEARN AND PLAY TENNIS

This new, fun filled program is geared toward new and recreational players to get introduced, advance and improve their games.

3 WAYS TO GET YOU INTO THE GAME:

TRY: Free, fun filled events to get you introduced to the sport.

Games, contest, activities with some pointers to get you started.

OPEN HOUSE DAYS: SATURDAY & SUNDAY, MAY 23 & 24, 10:00 A.M. TO 4:00 P.M.

OPEN HOUSE DAYS: SATURDAY & SUNDAY, MAY 23 & 24, 10:00 A.M. TO 4:00 P.M.

JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT QUICK START CLINIC: SATURDAY, JUNE 20 ,, 1:00 P.M. TO 2:30 P.M.

JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT QUICK START CLINIC: SATURDAY, JUNE 20 1:00 P.M. TO 2:30 P.M.

LEARN: Learn basic skills or tune up quickly through one of our introductory instructional clinics.

LEARN: Learn basic skills or tune up quickly through one of our introductory instructional clinics.

PLAY: Put your skills to the test in a fun, friendly atmosphere. Join in our round robins, social mixers or league play geared to

PLAY: Put your skills to the test in a fun, friendly atmosphere. Join in our round robins, social mixers or league play geared to

your ability level.

your ability level.

Registration SPRING CLINICS

for membership ADULTS:

Tuesdays & Thursdays

and programs begins May 7th to 26TH

May 1st Beginners: 6:30 to 7:30pm

Fee $55.00

at the Tennis Centre Intermediates: 7:30 to 9:00pm

577-1514 Fee $70.00

JUNIORS: AGES 7 TO 16

Mondays & Wednesdays

May 6th to 25th

Check out our website at Beginners: 5:00 TO 6:00pm

Intermediates: 6:00 to 7:00pm

thunderbay.ca/tennis Fee $45.00

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Golf Thunder Bay Wee Links / Junior Golf & Pro Kids

Inclusion Services

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Inclusion Services

Get the Support

You Want

to Get Active

This SPRING!!

Inclusion Services is dedicated to making recreation activities offered by

the Corporation of the City of Thunder Bay more accessible to people with

disabilities. We can assist you to get involved in a healthy and active

lifestyle. We offer FREE support to people with disabilities in these facili-

ties and programs:



• Canada Games Complex • Herb Carroll 55 Plus Centre

• Thunder Bay 55 Plus Centre • Volunteer Pool

• Sir Winston Churchill Pool • All Community Centres





Our staff and volunteers will work one-on-one with you

to help you find success!



For more information call 625-3220



OTHER SERVICES OFFERED:

• Programs for skill development at basic entry levels, i.e. Fitness for persons

with Unique Needs, Connectors.

• Support to regular programs to make them more accommodating and accessible

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• Training on Inclusive recreation for staff, students and volunteers

• Information and resources such as adaptive equipment, library of books and

videos, Let’s Play Activity Trunk, Get Active Now Adaptive Equipment Bag



Partnerships Include:

• Community Living Thunder Bay

• Wesley United Church • Leisure Resources Thunder Bay Committee

• Nor’West Community Health Centre • American Sign Language provider

• Stroke Recovery Network • Autism Ontario









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P.A.L. Card

Inclusion Services



P.A.L. Card

Personal Attendant for Leisure Card



Facilities that currently accept the

P.A.L. CARD ARE: A P.A.L. Card can be used by a

• Confederation College Fitness Centre person with a disability to get

• Galaxy Lanes their support person in for free

• Founders’ Museum and Pioneer Village

when using facilities that accept

• Magnus Theatre

• Nor-west Outdoor Centre

the P.A.L. Card.

• The Athletic Club

• Thunder Bay Art Gallery “The PAL Card has helped me

• Thunder Bay Museum become more active and involved in

• Ross Pilates community services.”

• Frank Murphy Community Centre - A PAL Card holder

• Thunder Bay Hiking Association

• Thunder Bay Diving Club

• Thunder Bay Minor Football Association

• Fort William Historical Park

• Mini-Putt at Boulevard Lake

• Fort William Country Club

• PUSH Fitness Centre

• HAGI Transit

• Thunder Bay Border Cats

• Northwestern Ontario Sports Hall of Fame

• Cambrian Players Apply now for a free P.A.L. card!

• Wilderness Supply

• The Sports Dome

• School of Hard Rocks

• Lakehead Archers

• Indian Friendship Centre

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• Thunder Bay Military Museum

• Mario’s Bowl

• Club Nautilus

City-run programs at the following facilities

also accept the P.A.L. card:

• Community Centres

• Arenas

• Municipal Golf Courses

• Pools

• 55 Plus Centres

• Canada Games Complex

P.A.L. card applications are available at Victoriaville Civic Centre, online

at www.thunderbay.ca or by calling 625-2930.

Applications are also available in braille and large print.

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Get Active Now

Equipment Bag

The Get Active Now Equipment Bag

The Leisure Resources - Thunder is a bag full of equipment and great

Bay Committee, Community Living games for all ages! It’s perfect for

Thunder Bay and the City of gatherings where people would

Thunder Bay, Recreation & Culture like to get active and have fun!

Division will be hosting an To borrow the

Inclusive Recreation Forum in the Get Active Now Equipment Bag

Fall of 2009. for FREE

call Ogden Community Centre

Be part of a team and contribute your at 625-3220

knowledge and creativity by actively

participating on any of the many

committees required to host such an

event.



Have fun and showcase

INCLUSIVE the importance of

Inclusive Recreation

RECREATION by calling our

FORUM Conference Coordinator

NEEDS YOUR for more information at

HELP! 625-3220



LEISURE RESOURCES COMMUNITY PARTNERS

THUNDER BAY FOR STROKE LEISURE

COMMITTEE This newly formed group consists of a number of organi-

zations and stroke survivors joining forces to promote,

The Leisure Resources - Thunder Bay coordinate and develop community based stroke friendly

Committee is a working group of individuals and agen- leisure opportunities.

cies that provide services to persons with disabilities.

Interested in more information about our group’s

Our purpose is: activity?

Connect community resources to optimize leisure oppor- Are you a Stroke Survivor?

tunities for persons with disabilities. Care Provider?

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Our objectives are: You may be interested in the Stroke Recovery Network

1. Identify the leisure programs and services through

information sharing amongst agencies and consumers.

2. Identify the leisure programs and services gaps

through information sharing amongst agencies

and consumers.

3. Pro-actively identify new opportunities and facilitate

the creation of new programs and services.



If you are interested in participating or

would like more information about the

Leisure Resource - Thunder Bay Committee For more information about

please contact Karen at 625-2930 these groups please call

Todd at 345-6595 ext 105 133

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Goal Ball / Get Active Now

GOAL BALL Wow!

Perhaps a new sport to you but for many it is a great game. It is a game in which two

teams on opposite ends of a court vigorously roll a ball containing bells at each other

with the intent of sneaking the ball past your opponents into their goal area. This can

be a very high speed and devious game requiring your skills of hearing and team-

work. The players are equalized in ability by being blindfolded. All ages are welcome.

Be prepared for fun. Indoor shoes are required. Elbow and knee pads suggested

though not required.

Dates: Saturdays

March 28, June 27, April 25, May 23

Location: Ogden Community Centre

Cost: FREE

Time: 12:00 noon - 2:00 p.m.



For more information email Tessa

at puppycat@tbaytel.net

or call Stephen at 625-3220









The “ Get Active Now” Backpack

This bag of fun equipment can be used to play

a variety of indoor and outdoor games and is

completely portable! It’s great for a day at the

park, a family gathering, or any event where

you are looking for a few great things to spice

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up your games. It also comes with a bunch of

great games that can be played with the equip-

ment, or you can just make up your own.



Backpacks are available to borrow for

FREE from Ogden Community Centre by

calling 625-3220.









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Community Aquatics

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Community Aquatics

Churchill and Volunteer Pool – What’s NEW

For additional information about our programs, services or facilities please call Churchill Pool 577-2538 or

Volunteer Pool 345-5143.

• Admission Standards

As part of our commitment to providing safe and enjoyable aquatic programs for swimmers of all ages, we are

continuing to enforce the admission standards provided to us by the Ministry of Health. To help us maintain

this standard please keep the following in mind when visiting our pools:

1) There must be one supervising caregiver for every 2 children under the age of 6.

2) There must be one supervising caregiver for every 4 non-swimming children aged 6 to 9.

In both cases the supervising caregiver must be able to give immediate assistance. If you have any questions

please feel free to call Volunteer Pool at 345-5143 or Churchill Pool at 577-2538.

• Family and Accessible Changeroom

Volunteer Pool is pleased to announce that the new family and accessible changeroom is open and ready to be

used. The new change area has an accessible shower, change area and washroom facility. Lockers are available

for use as well. The changeroom is located off the pool deck. Feel free to take a look next time you’re in!



Churchill Pool and Volunteer Pool Are A Lot More Safe!

Thanks to a charitable donation from Garry Beach and Safegard Products, the two pools are now a

lot safer. Both have been treated with Safegard, a slip resistant product that has greatly enhanced the

safety of everyone using these two facilities. After treatment, the tiled area has thousands of micro

discs in it permanently. Each one acts as a suction cup increasing traction. The wetter the surface the

better it works. Slippery floors are always a concern in pool environments and anything that we can

do to make it safer is positive. A big thanks to Garry and Safegard Products – your help is greatly

appreciated by everyone that uses Churchill Pool and Volunteer Pool!





The Aquatic Family

Instructional Thinking about getting in shape this Winter?

Family Pass Why not consider exercise for the whole family!!

Have a child in lessons? Compare and Save!

Volunteer and Churchill Pool offer Single Family Swim $8.40

an exceptional deal on Family 5 Swim Pass $37.76

Passes. It allows you and your 1 year membership $575.34

family to swim during any of our

recreation and family times. The Parent and Tots!

pass is valid for the duration of Churchill Pool has a special

lessons and is only $41.56 swim just for you! With children’s

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music playing, our warm pool

(GST included.) and low stress environment, this

Call the pool for more information. is the perfect opportunity to

introduce your child to the water.

Family Swims Remember, for only Tuesday / Thursday 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.

Volunteer Pool $1 you can use the

Wednesday 1:00-2:30 pm sauna and spa during Public Swims

Thursday 6:00-7:30 pm Churchill Pool

Friday 6:00-7:00 pm

your kids’ lessons at

Friday 7:00-8:30 pm

Saturday 3:30-5:00 pm Volunteer Pool. Saturday 2:00-5:00 pm

6:00-8:00 pm 6:00-8:00 pm

Sunday 3:30-5:00 pm Nostalgia Swim Sunday 1:30-5:00 pm

Churchill Pool Churchill Pool Volunteer Pool

Mon. & Wed. 7:30-9:00 pm Friday 7:00-8:30 pm

Friday 6:00-7:00 pm

Sunday

Saturday 2:00-3:30 pm

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City of Thunder Bay Children’s Aquatics Programs

Parent and Tot 1 Ratio 1:10 Preschool E Ratio 1:4 Swimmer 5 Ratio 1:6

This program is designed for the 3 to Participants in this level will jump These swimmers will master shallow

12-month-old to learn to enjoy the into deep water, return and exit the dive entries, eggbeater kicks, and

water with a parent. Classes will cre- water. They will perform a sideways foot-first sculling. Surface dives will

ate a comfort level for children and entry wearing a PFD, practice surface take them down to underwater swims.

parents. Skills emphasized are support for 10-15 seconds and recov- They’ll refine their front crawl, back

entries, exits and water movement. er an object with their hands in chest crawl, and breaststroke over 50m

Participants will benefit from a pool deep water. Your child will kick on swims of each. Then they’ll pick up

orientation and water safety instruction. their front and back with an aid for 5- the pace in 25m sprints and

10 meters. All participants will swim endurance swims of 100-200m.

Parent and Tot 2 Ratio 1:10 on their front and back for 5-10

As a continuation of Parent and Tot 1 meters. Swimmer 6 Ratio 1:6

or for children aged 12 to 24 months, These advanced swimmers will rise

participants will learn to enjoy water Swimmer 1 Ratio 1:4 to the challenge of sophisticated

with a parent. During class they will These beginners will become com- aquatic skills like compact jump

learn to enter and exit the water unas- fortable jumping into water with and entries, and eggbeater kick for 1 min.

sisted, float with an aid and submerge without a Personal Flotation Device. while changing directions. They’ll

their body. They’ll learn to open their eyes and develop strength and power in head-

exhale underwater, and gain the skills up front crawl or breaststroke over

Parent and Tot 3 Ratio 1:10 to confidently get objects off the bot- 25m. They’ll easily swim 100m front

This program for children aged 24 tom. They’ll work on floats and mov- crawl, back crawl, and breaststroke,

months to 3 years will help your child ing through the water on their front and complain about the 4 x 25m

experience safety awareness and and back. sprints in interval training. The 200 to

water skills through discovery. They 300m endurance swim will be a piece

will also attempt front and back of cake.

floats, submersion and movement

through the water. Rookie Patrol Ratio 1:8

Rookie Patrol features a timed 100m

Preschool A Ratio 1:4 swim, 350m workouts and swims

These preschoolers will have fun with clothes. A work-hard play-hard

learning to get in and out of the water. approach develops swimming

We’ll help them jump into shallow strength and efficiency with emphasis

water. They’ll try floats and glides on on personal responsibility for Water

their front and back, and wearing a Smart® behaviour.

Personal Flotation Device. They’ll

learn to get their face wet and blow Swimmer 2 Ratio 1:4 Ranger Patrol Ratio 1:8

bubbles underwater. These advanced beginners will jump Ranger Patrol features a timed 200m

into deeper water, and learn to be swim, 100m fitness medley and sup-

Preschool B Ratio 1:4 comfortable falling sideways into the port/ carrying a 5-lb. weight. Content

These preschoolers learn to jump into water wearing a Personal Flotation is challenging but achievable with

shallow water by themselves, and get Device. They’ll be able to support effort. Skill drills enhance capability

in and get out wearing a Personal themselves at the surface without an in the water including a non-contact

Flotation Device. They’ll submerge aid, learn whip kick, and swim 10- rescue.

and exhale underwater. With a buoy- 15m on their front and back.

ant aid, they’ll work on moving Star Patrol Ratio 1:8

through the water kicking on their Swimmer 3 Ratio 1:5 Star Patrol features a timed 300m

front and back. These junior swimmers will cannon- swim, 3 x 600m workouts; swim with

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ball, dive and roll into the water. New clothes; defense methods; support &

Preschool C Ratio 1:4 bag of tricks includes treading water, carry 10-lb weight. Scene assessment

These youngsters will try jumping into handstands, in-water somersaults and and a towing rescue are introduced.

chest-deep water, and into deep water swimming underwater. They’ll work

wearing a Personal Flotation Device. on front crawl and back crawl over Bronze Star Ratio 1:12

They’ll recover objects from the bot- short distances, and endurance swims Bronze Star is excellent preparation

tom. They’ll work on moving effi- of 25 to 50m. for success in Bronze Medallion.

ciently through the water on their front Participants develop problem solving

and back, and while wearing a PFD. Swimmer 4 Ratio 1:5 and decision making skills individu-

These intermediate swimmers will ally and in partners. Candidates learn

Preschool D Ratio 1:4 refine dives and stride entries. They’ll CPR and develop the lifesaving skills

Advanced preschoolers will learn to wrestle with eggbeater kick, and mas- needed to be their own lifeguard.

do solo jumps into deeper water and ter foot-first surface dives, and in- This program includes a timed 400

get out by themselves. They’ll learn water back somersaults. They’ll learn meter swim.

to support themselves at the surface, to scull and swim lengths of front

open their eyes underwater and crawl, back crawl, whip kick, and

recover objects from the bottom in breaststroke arms with breathing.

deeper water. They’ll master short (3- They’ll cap it all off with endurance

136 5m) swims on their front and back. swims of 50-100m.

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Community Aquatics - Children’s Swim Program

For Specific Level Information Please refer to page 136 or

call Sir Winston Churchill or Volunteer Pool.

Swimming Lessons begin the week of April 6, 2009 at Churchill Pool and Volunteer Pool.



Community Aquatics has made some changes to the programming we offer.

DAYTIME PARENT AND TOT

Volunteer Pool will now be offering a day time Parent and Tot class on Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m. This pro-

gram is designed for children aged 3 months to 3 years old. They will learn various aquatic skills and enjoy

their time accompanied by a parent or caregiver in the water. Call the pool for more details.

SWIM PATROL

We now have a new swim patrol registration system at Churchill and Volunteer Pool. When you register

for this program you have the option of signing up for Rookie, Ranger or Star Patrol. Participants can continue

their progress through these dynamic levels or they can start at the beginning and work their way through

the entire Swim Patrol Chart! (It is strongly recommended that these advanced levels be taken in a group

setting instead of a private one, as many of the lifesaving skills require a partner to complete them.)

Before you make your swim class selection, please refer to the following chart. . .

If your Child . . . Previously in Register in

Red Cross: Lifesaving

Society:

PARENT AND TOT LEVELS

Is 3 to 12 months old and ready to learn and enjoy the water with a parent . . . Aquatots 1 Parent and Tot 1

Is 12 to 24 months old and ready to learn and enjoy the water with a parent . . . Aquatots 2 Parent and Tot 2

Is 24 months to 4 years old and ready to learn and enjoy the water with a parent . . Aquatots 3 Parent and Tot 3

PRESCHOOL LEVELS (3-5 YEARS)

Is 34 months to 5 years and just starting out on his or her own . . . Continuing Preschool AQ1 Preschool A

Is 3 to 5 years of age and can get in and out alone, jump into shallow water, float and Completed Preschool AQ1, Preschool B

glide in a PFD on front and back, blow bubbles and can put face into water. Continuing Preschool AQ2



Is 3 to 5 years of age and can get in and out alone, jump into shallow water, submerge Completed Preschool AQ2, Preschool C

body and exhale underwater and can move on front/back with aid and in a PFD. Continuing Preschool AQ 3



Is 3 to 5 years of age and Jumps into chest deep water wearing a PFD, recovers Completed Preschool AQ3, Preschool D

objects from the bottom and moves through the water while wearing a PFD Continuing Preschool AQ4



Is 3 to 5 years of age and can jump into water over their head and return to the side, Completed Preschool AQ4, Preschool E

surface support 5-10 seconds, recover an object in water over their head, open eyes Continuing Preschool AQ5

underwater and do basic front and back crawl 3 to 5 meters.

SCHOOL AGE LEVELS (5+ YEARS)

Is 5 to 12 years and has just started out or completed Preschool A or B Continuing AQ1, AQ2 Swimmer 1

Is 5 to 12 years and jumps into water with or without a PFD, open eyes and exhale Completed AQ2/Continuing Swimmer 2

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underwater, get objects off the bottom and float/move in water on front and back AQ3/Completed AQ3



Is 5 to 12 years and jumps into water over their head, falls sideways wearing a PFD, sup- Completed AQ4 Swimmer 3

ports self at surface with no aid, does whip kick and swims on front/back 10-15 meters Continuing AQ5



Is 5 to 12 years and can do a cannonball, dive and roll into deep water, tread water and Completed AQ5/Completed Swimmer 4

swim underwater, swim on front/back and complete an endurance swim of 25 to 50 meters AQ6/Continuing AQ7



Is 5 to 12 years and can do dive/stride entries, eggbeater kick, foot first surface dives, Completed AQ7/Continuing Swimmer 5

front/back/breast stroke with breathing and an endurance swim of 50 to 100 meters. AQ8



Is 5 to 12 years and can do shallow dives, eggbeater kick, foot-first sculling, surface

dives with underwater swim, front/back/breast stroke for a minimum of 50 meters, Completed AQ8/Continuing Swimmer 6

sprint 50 meters and an endurance swim of 100 to 200 meters AQ9

Is 8 to 12 years and can do compact jumps, eggbeater kick for 1 minute, head up front Completed AQ9 Rookie Patrol

crawl or breaststroke for 25 meters, 100 meters of front/back/breast stroke and an

endurance swim of 200 to 300 meters

Is 8 to 12 years, preferred completion of Rookie Patrol Completed AQ10 Ranger Patrol

Is 8 to 12 years, preferred completion of Ranger Patrol Completed AQ11 Star Patrol

Is 10 to 12 years, preferred completion of Star Patrol Completed AQ12 Bronze Star 137

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Community Aquatics - Swimming Lessons

Swimming lessons begin the week of April 6, 2009 at Churchill Pool and Volunteer Pool.

There will be no classes on Good Friday (April 10), Easter Monday (April 13), or Victoria Day (May 18).

For specific program information please call Churchill Pool 577-2538 or Volunteer Pool 345-5143.



All programs are subject to change and/or cancellation. Lesson cancellation will take place the week

prior to the start of lessons. You will be contacted by telephone of any changes.

GROUP LESSONS – Ten lessons. Parent and Tot, Preschool and Swimmer 1 classes are 30 minutes in dura-

tion. All other classes are 45 minutes unless otherwise stated.

PRIVATE LESSONS/SEMI-PRIVATE LESSONS – Five, 30 minute Lessons

Private and Semi-Private Lessons:

Indicate a phone number that you can be reached on the Thursday or Friday prior to the start of the session.

PRIVATE LESSONS CANNOT BE RESCHEDULED.

Rates: Group Lessons (Ten 30 or 45 minute lessons) - $60.00

Private Lessons (Five 30 minute lessons) - $77.62

Semi-Private Lessons (Five 30 minute lessons) – $60.00 per child

Sir Winston Churchill Community Pool 577-2538

Monday

Monday April 6

Jan 12 4:30 p.m. 5:15 p.m. 5:45 p.m. Saturday

12:00 p.m. April 11

4:00 p.m. Swimmer 3 183933 Swimmer 1 183899 Swimmer 1 183901 9:00 a.m.

Preschool A 183833 Swimmer 4 183948 Swimmer 3 183937 Swimmer 2 183925 Preschool A 183846

Preschool B 183848 4:45 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Preschool B 183859

Swimmer 5 183959 Preschool C 183863 Preschool C 183867 Parent and Tot 183830 Preschool C 183872

Swimmer 6 183970 Swimmer 1 183897 Preschool D 183879 Preschool A 183844 Swimmer 1 183906

4:30 p.m. Swimmer 2 183913 Swimmer 2 183928

Preschool E 183888 Preschool B 183857

5:15 p.m. 9:30 a.m.

Swimmer 3 183931 6:00 p.m. 6:15 p.m.

Preschool A 183835 Swimmer 3 183943

Swimmer 4 183946 Preschool A 183839 Swimmer 3 183940

Preschool B 183850 Swimmer 4 183956

4:45 p.m. Preschool B 183854 6:30 p.m.

Swimmer 3 183934 Swimmer 5 183968

Preschool C 183861 Swimmer 2 183921 Preschool C 183870 Swimmer 6

Swim Patrol 183982 183979

Preschool D 183875 5:45 p.m. Swimmer 5 183964 Swimmer 1 183902 9:45 a.m.

Swimmer 2 183909 Swimmer 2 183918 Swimmer 6 183975 Swimmer 5 183966 Swimmer 1 183907

5:15 p.m. Swimmer 4 183949 6:30 p.m. Swimmer 6 183977 10:15 a.m.

Parent and Tot 183827 6:00 p.m. Swimmer 1 183900 7:00 p.m. Parent and Tot 183832

Preschool A 183834 Preschool B 183851 Swimmer 3 183938 Swimmer 3 183941 Preschool D 183883

Preschool B 183849 Swimmer 1 183898 6:45 p.m. Swimmer 4 183954 Preschool E 183892

Swim Patrol 183981 6:30 p.m. Swimmer 2 183922 7:15 p.m. Swimmer 2 183929

5:30 p.m. Parent and Tot 183828 Swimmer 4 183952 Preschool D 183881 Swim Patrol 183986

Swimmer 1 183894 Preschool A 183836

Swim Patrol 183983 Preschool E 183890 10:45 a.m.

5:45 p.m. Swimmer 5 183962 Friday April 10 Swimmer 1 183908

7:00 p.m. Friday April 10

Preschool D 183876 Swimmer 6 183973 Swimmer 4 183957

Preschool C 183868 4:00 p.m.

Preschool E 183885 7:00 p.m. Thursday April 9

11:00 a.m.

Thursday April Parent and Tot 183831 Preschool C

Swimmer 2 183910 Swimmer 2 183919 183879

Swimmer 3 183935 4:00 p.m. Swimmer 1 183903 Swimmer 5 183969

6:00 p.m.

Preschool A 183840 Swimmer 2 183926 Swimmer 6

Swimmer 3 183932 Swimmer 4 183950 183980

Preschool B 183855 Swimmer 3 183942 11:15 a.m.

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Swimmer 4 183947 7:15 p.m.

Preschool D 183878 Preschool C 183869 Swim Patrol 183985 Swimmer 3 183944

Bronze Star 183825

Preschool E 183887 Swimmer 2 183923 4:45 p.m. 11:30 a.m.

(90min)

Wednesday

Wednesday April

April 88 4:15 p.m. Preschool C 183871 Preschool A 183847

6:15 p.m.

4:00 p.m. Swim Patrol 183984 Preschool D 183882 Preschool B 183860

Preschool C 183862

Preschool A 183837 4:30 p.m. Preschool E 183891 Bronze Star 183826

Swimmer 1 183895 Preschool B 183852

6:45 p.m. Swimmer 5 183965 Swimmer 5 183967 (90min)

Swimmer 2 183920

Swimmer 2 183911 Swimmer 3 Swimmer 6 183976 Swimmer 6 183978 11:45 a.m.

183936 Preschool D 183884

Swimmer 5 183960 Swimmer 4 4:45 p.m. 5:15 p.m.

183951 Preschool E 183893

Swimmer 6 183971 4:30 p.m. Preschool D 183880 Swimmer 2 183927

12:00 p.m.

7:00 p.m. Preschool C 183864 Preschool E 183889 Swimmer 4 183955

Swimmer 1 174529

Swimmer 1 183896 4:45 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Swimmer 2 183930

Tuesday

Tuesday April 7 7 Parent and Tot

April 183829 Swimmer 2 183924 Preschool A 183845 Swim Patrol 183987

4:00 p.m. Preschool A 183838 5:15 p.m. Preschool B 183858 12:15 p.m.

Preschool D 183877 Swimmer 5 183963 Preschool A 183841 Swimmer 1 183904 Swimmer 3 183945

Preschool E 183886 Swimmer 6 183974 Preschool B 183856 Swimmer 4 183958

Swimmer 5 183961 5:00 p.m. Swimmer 3 183939 12:30 p.m.

138 Swimmer 6 183972 Preschool B 183853 Swimmer 4 183953 Preschool C 183874

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Community Aquatics Leadership Schedule

For specific program information please call Churchill Pool 577-2538 or Volunteer Pool 345-5143.

Day Time Barcode Fee Additional Materials

Bronze Medallion & Emergency First Aid - Churchill Pool Sunday 5:00-7:00 183823 $84.00 Lifesaving Manual $34.49

Bronze Medallion & Emergency First Aid - Volunteer Pool Sunday 5:00-7:00 184169 $84.00 Lifesaving Manual $34.49

Bronze Cross – Churchill Pool Sunday 5:00-7:00 183822 $81.90 Lifesaving Manual $34.49

Bronze Cross – Volunteer Pool Sunday 5:00-7:00 184168 $81.90 Lifesaving Manual $34.49

4 Strokes 4 Fun Level 1 – Churchill Pool Tues./Thurs. 6:30-7:30 183811 $71.92 None

4 Strokes 4 Fun Level 1 – Volunteer Pool Monday/ 6:30-7:30 184156 $71.92

Friday 4:00-5:00 None

4 Strokes 4 Fun Level 2 – Churchill Pool Tues./Thurs. 6:30-7:30 183812 $71.92 None

4 Strokes 4 Fun Level 2 – Volunteer Pool Wed./Friday 6:30-7:30 184157 $71.92 None

5:00-6:00







Community Aquatics - Volunteer Pool 345-5143

Monday

Monday April26

April 5:15 p.m. 4:45 p.m. 4:30 p.m. 12:00 p.m.

6:00 p.m. Parent and Tot 184173 Parent and Tot 184174 Swimmer 2 184211 Scheduled Private 184297

Preschool A to B 184177 Preschool A to B 184179 Preschool C to E 184188 Bronze Star 184171 12:15 p.m.

Preschool C to E 184189 Swimmer 2 184210 Swim Patrol 184247 Scheduled Private 184284 Swimmer 2 184213

Swimmer 1 184201 Swimmer 6 184243 5:00 p.m. Scheduled Private 184288 Swimmer 3 184224

Swimmer 2 184203 Swim Patrol 184246 Swimmer 3 184225 Scheduled Private 184300 Swimmer 5 184242

Swimmer 3 184215 5:30 p.m. Scheduled Private 184273 5:00 p.m. Swim Patrol 184248

Swimmer 4 184226 Scheduled Private 184263 Scheduled Private 184274 Scheduled Private 184285 12:30 p.m.

Scheduled Private184251 5:45 p.m. 5:15 p.m. Scheduled Private 184296 Scheduled Private 184298

Scheduled Private184252 Swimmer 3 184218 Swimmer 2 184208 Scheduled Private 184301 Scheduled Private 184299

6:30 p.m. Swimmer 4 184229 Swimmer 6 184244 5:15 p.m.

Preschool C to E 184185 6:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Swimmer 4 184235

5:30 p.m.

Lifesaving Society

Scheduled Private184253 Swimmer 1 184202 Preschool A to B 184181

Scheduled Private 184286

Ice Safety Tips

Scheduled Private184254 Swimmer 5 184239 Swimmer 4 184232

6:45 p.m. Scheduled Private 184264 Scheduled Private 184275 Scheduled Private 184287

1. Stay on known

Swimmer 2 184204 Scheduled Private 184265 5:45 p.m. Scheduled Private 184289

paths and avoid

6:30 p.m. Preschool C to E 184190 Saturday

Saturday April 11

April 10

Swimmer 3 184216 night travel on ice.

Swimmer 4 184227 Preschool C to E 184187 6:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m.

Swimmer 5 184237 Scheduled Private 184266 Parent and Tot 184175 Preschool A to B 184183 2. Never travel alone

6:45 p.m. Scheduled Private 184276 Swimmer 1 184198 on the ice.

7:00 p.m.

Swimmer 2 184206 6:15 p.m. Swimmer 2 184212

Swimmer 1 184193

Swimmer 3 184219 Swimmer 1 184196 Swimmer 3 184222 3. Let someone know

Scheduled Private184255

Scheduled Private 184290 where you are

Scheduled Private184256 Swimmer 4 184230 Swimmer 3 184221

Scheduled Private 184291 going and when

Tuesday

Tuesday April 7

April 7 7:00 p.m. Swimmer 5 184240

10:30 a.m. you’ll return.

4:00 p.m. Swimmer 1 184194 6:30 p.m.

Swimmer 4 184236

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Preschool A to B 184178 Scheduled Private 184267 Swimmer 2 184209 Swimmer 5 184241 4. When traveling

Swimmer 1 184192 Scheduled Private 184268 Scheduled Private 184277 Scheduled Private 184292 across ice, wear

Swimmer 3 184217 Wednesday

Wednesday April88

April 6:45 p.m. Scheduled Private 184293 both a PFD and

Scheduled Private184257 4:00 p.m. Swimmer 4 184233 10:45 a.m. thermal protection

Scheduled Private184258 Preschool A to B 184180 7:00 p.m. Parent and Tot 184176 to increase your

Scheduled Private184259 Swimmer 2 184207 Preschool A to B 184184 Swimmer 1 184199 chances of survival.

4:30 p.m. Swimmer 3 184220 Scheduled Private 184279 11:00 a.m.

Swimmer 2 184205 Swimmer 4 184231 Scheduled Private 184280 Scheduled Private 184294 5. Always bring a

Swimmer 4 184228 Scheduled Private 184269 Friday

Friday April 10

April 9 Scheduled Private 184295 small first aid/

Scheduled Private 184270 4:00 p.m. 11:15 a.m. survival kit.

Swimmer 5 184238

4:30 p.m. Preschool A to B 184182 Preschool C to E 184191

Scheduled Private 184260 No Ice Is Without

Swimmer 1 184195 Swimmer 1 184197 Swimmer 6 184245

Scheduled Private 184261 Risk. Measure

11:30 a.m.

Scheduled Private 184271 Scheduled Private 184281

Swimmer 2 184214 Clear Hard Ice in

Scheduled Private 184272 Scheduled Private 184282 Several Places.

Swimmer 3 184223

Scheduled Private 184283

Swimmer 4 184234

Scheduled Private 184278

11:45 a.m.

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Community Aquatics – Adult Fitness Programs

For specific program information please call Churchill Pool 577-2538 or Volunteer Pool 345-5143.

Adults Are Important Too!

AquaJog Aquabics

This Class is designed for people This dynamic aerobic class combines

who are looking to increase their cardio exercise, stretching, and total

strength and endurance. This class body toning in shallow and deep

combines moderate to intense cardio water. Great for anyone desiring a

sets with range of motion activities. cardiovascular aquatic workout. This

Volunteer Pool program is also suitable for pre- and

Monday, Wednesday Friday post-natal exercise.

6:15-7:00 am Churchill Pool Volunteer Pool

Mon/Fri Tues/Thurs

10:30-11:15am 10:15-11:15am

Tues/Thurs Tues/Thurs

7:45-8:30pm 8:30-9:15 pm

Arthritis – Water Wellness

This program is designed specifically Adult Instructional Membership

for individuals suffering from arthritis By registering one child in

or other joint afflictions. It is also swimming lessons, you may purchase

beneficial for individuals looking for a ten week membership for only

post-surgical rehabilitation. Program $61.08.

is supported by the Arthritis Society.

Churchill Pool This pass is valid for all swims

Tuesday 10:30-11:15 am including our length swimming

Thursday 10:30-11:15 am throughout the day!



Register for single fitness classes for $62.86 for 14 weeks or check out

one of our great deals!

Spring Into Fitness With Community Aquatics!!!

• Enrol one of your children in swimming lessons and you may purchase a ten week

membership for only $61.08!

• Sign up for two days of any AquaFit class and receive a reduced rate of $120.72!

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• Sign up for three days of any AquaFit class and receive a reduced rate of $178.58!

• Enrol one of your children in swimming lessons and you may purchase an

Instructional Family Pass for only $39.58!

CAN’T ATTEND EVERY CLASS?

We also sell punch cards that are valid for all of our fitness programs.

- $47.88 for a book of 10 - $70.25 for a book of 15

AQUA ADULTS!

Community Aquatics offers lessons to adults who are looking to learn how to

swim or simply improve their existing skills. Call for more information.

Volunteer Pool – 345-5143

EXCITING JOB OPPORTUNITIES!

Community Aquatics is always looking for highly motivated people to instruct our

140 dynamic AquaFit classes. Call 345-5143 or 577-2538 if you are interested

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Community Aquatics Recreational Swims

CHURCHILL POOL VOLUNTEER POOL

577-2538 345-5143

Lengths Public Swims

Monday - Friday .......................6:00 - 9:30 a.m. Friday...................................................7:00-8:30 p.m.

Monday - Friday .....................12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Saturday...............................................2:00-3:30 p.m.

Sunday.................................................1:30-3:30 p.m.

Public Swims

Friday ........................................7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Family and Adult Swims

Saturday ....................................2:00 - 5:00 p.m. Wednesday ..........................................1:00-2:30 p.m.

..................................................6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Thursday..............................................6:00-7:30 p.m.

Sunday ......................................1:30 - 5:00 p.m. Friday...................................................6:00-7:00 p.m.

Saturday...............................................3:30-5:00 p.m.

Family Swims/Lengths .............................................................6:00-8:00 p.m.

Friday ................................6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Sunday.................................................3:30-5:00 p.m.

Monday & Wednesday......7:30 – 9:00 p.m.

Lengths

Parent & Tot Swims Monday - Friday ...............................6:00-10:00 a.m.

Tuesday & Thursday.........9:30-10:30 p.m. Monday - Friday .......................11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Monday-Thursday...............................7:30-9:00 p.m.

Nostalgia Swim ($1.60) Saturday.............................................9:00-10:00 a.m.

Sunday .....................................10:00-11:30 a.m. Children under 2 years.....................................No charge

Child (2-13) years....................................................$2.22

BIRTHDAY Students (14 and over) ............................................$3.14

Adult ........................................................................$4.89

PARTIES Older Adult (60+) ....................................................$3.86

Let us take the stress out of Family ......................................................................$8.40

Birthday Parties! We provide Student Adult 60+ Family

exclusive use of the pools and sauna Annual $216.25 $358.08 $261.51 $575.34

for one hour and then pizza and Six Month $129.75 $214.25 $157.92 $342.99

refreshments in our birthday room. Three Month $ 86.50 $143.83 $104.61 $232.35

Book ahead to ensure a spot!

Cost: $99.57 (up to 12 children) BOOK PASSES: A GREAT DEAL!!

Come during our regular public swim and Both Churchill and Volunteer Pool offer 10-swim passes

get all of the above for a reduced rate. for seniors, adults, students and children. Buying one of

Cost: $79.46 (up to 12 children) these great passes allows you to save approximately the

Extra pizza can be ordered. cost of two swims. They are perfect for someone

Call: Churchill Pool at 577-2538 planning on regularly attending adult lengths or one of

Volunteer Pool at 345-5143 our public or family swims. Also a great gift idea!!

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5-swim passes are also available for families!

Child (10 swims)...$18.85 Student (10 swims) .........$26.64

DAYTIME SCHOOL RENTALS Adult (10 swims)...$41.58

Family (5 swims) ..$37.76

Older Adult (10 swims) ..$32.87

Location Times Cost Contact

Volunteer Pool Weekdays $56.38 345-5143 SYNCHRONIZED

1:30-2:30 per hour

Churchill Pool Weekdays $56.38 577-2538 SWIMMING

www.thunderbaysynchro.ca

Between per hour The Thunder Bay Synchronettes train at

1:00-3:30 Volunteer Pool and provide both competitive

**Each time slot can accommodate up to 60 and recreational swim programs. For further

students or 2 classes and includes 2 lifeguards** information, please call 577-0299 or 683-6760.



Special Needs Swim at Churchill Pool

This time slot is available for individuals with special needs and their support workers. It is designed to ensure that

people with exceptionalities can enjoy our facility without the commotion that is sometimes associated with public

and family swims. Support workers are admitted free of charge. Wednesday 10:30-11:30 am 141