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children & youth programs

Musical Kids
2-5 years
Echo Centre
In this program children are introduced to rhythm and note
reading, melody, dynamics and more as they sing, move,
play rhythm and instruments. Explore the piano, participate
in listening activities and have loads of fun!
Instructor: Dorianne Miller
Thu Apr 5-Jun 7 9-9:45 am $60/10

Music Makers
1-4 years
Echo Centre
Enrich your child’s life with music! Join Dorianne for this
very popular introduction to music program and enjoy 45
minutes of singing, rhythm, activities, movement, musical
games and instruments. A warm and happy musical
exploration!
Mon Apr 5-Jun 7 10-10:45 am $60/10

I Can Dance
3-6 years
Gyro Youth Centre
If you love to dance, this program is for you! During “ I can
Dance “ young dancers will be introduced to creative dance
and ballet basics using lots of fun, music, stories, crafts and
imagination. Includes a mini recital for families and friends
on the last day of camp!
Fri Apr 6-May 25 3-4 pm $48/8
Paint the Night Away Adaptive Ball Hockey
12-17 years 13+
Dance Moves Gyro Youth Centre Glenwood Centre
6-9 years Have you ever wanted to attend a paint night? We have one This program will provide teens and adults with cognitive
just for you. Enjoy a fun filled night out with your friends or physical challenges the skills required to play the game
Gyro Youth Centre and take home your beautiful painting. Light refreshments of hockey. We will be able to assist those people who need
A fun filled Friday afternoon includes music, dance, arts, and supplies are included. Instructor: Marinka Kurucz access to gear. For more information contact Erik Waldriff at
crafts, and other activities. “Dance Moves” will introduce Mon Jun 4 6-8 pm $15/1 250-735-2987. Instructor: Erik Waldriff
dancers to basic ballet, jazz and modern dance techniques. Fri Apr 20-May 25 2:45-3:45 pm $30/6
Children will learn basic steps, movement across the floor
and a short dance combination. Family and friends are Home Alone
invited to watch a simple dance recital on the last day! 9-13 years
Fri Apr 6-May 25 4:15-5:15 pm $48/8
Alberni Valley Museum
Let’s Be Pretzels Yoga Does your child spend time alone at home for brief periods?
5-9 years This class will provide them with general house safety, fire
Echo Centre safety, how to deal with emergency phone calls, how to
Stand tall like a tree, be strong like the mountains, and fly deal with strangers, personal safety and fun snack ideas. Babysitting Course
like an eagle! With your imagination, anything is possible! Instructor: Cathy Bagley
Children learn basic yoga moves, develop positive character Sat May 12 1-4 pm $30/1 11-14 years
traits, build self-confidence and explore nature through Echo Centre
storytelling, songs, games and crafts. Girl Ventures This Red Cross Babysitting Course is designed to help
11-17 years prepare students in becoming responsible babysitters. Course
Fri Apr 6-Jun 1 3:30-4:30 pm $48/8 Gyro Youth Centre includes safety considerations, child behaviour, childcare, as
(no class May 4 - Heritage Weekend) Girl Ventures! Starring super girls and amazing leaders! well as an introduction to games, songs and other activities
for children. A Red Cross Babysitter’s certificate is awarded
Have tons of fun each week taking part in super cool, fun to those who successfully complete the course.
activities such as rollerblading, bath bomb making, arts, Thu May 16, 23, 30 5:30-8:30 pm $45/3
crafts, active games and more! You will also learn some (last session 5:30-7:30 pm)
important stuff about healthy eating as you cook up lots of
different healthy snacks, gain leadership skills and make
new friends! Instructor: Marinka Kurucz
Mon Apr 23-May 14 6-8 pm $40/4

Girls Night Out - Spa Night!
12-18 years
Echo Centre Oh no, you had to
Bring your friends to a Girls Night Out – Spa Night! From face cancel the class?
masks, manicures, pedicures and even a deep conditioning
hair treatment, this night will have it all. Finish off the day Please register at least
with a hot tub, sauna and swim at Echo Pool. Instructor: one week in
Jessica Gilchrist
Mother’s Day Gift Surprise Sat May 12 5:30-8 pm $20/1 advance to avoid
7-12 years disappointment.
Echo Centre
Show your mom that she’s the best! Join us for this creative, Program fees stated within the 2018 Spring Leisure Guide reflect City Resident discounted rates.
engaging program where children create their own gift for Non City Residents may pay higher fees.
their mother, for Mother’s Day.
Thu May 9 6-8 pm $26/1