recreation.nanaimo.ca 250-756-5200 Registration starts on Wednesday, August 12 (Aquatics); Wednesday, August 19 (all other programs) PARKS, RECREATION & CULTURE Fall 2026/Winter 2027 Activity Guide September 2026 to March 2027
cityofnanaimo prc_nanaimo (#ilovemyparksandrec) 3 Advertising Disclaimer The City of Nanaimo reserves the right to accept or reject any advertisement submitted for publication in its publications and on its websites. The City of Nanaimo does not investigate claims made in advertisements appearing in publications or on its websites. Advertisements in City of Nanaimo publications and websites in no way implies an endorsement or approval by the City of Nanaimo of any advertising claims or of the advertiser, its products or services. The City of Nanaimo disclaims any liability in connection with advertising appearing in publications or on its website. Table of Contents GENERAL INFORMATION • Active Passes............................................................. 15 • Advertising in the Activity Guide.................................. 3 • Clubs & Organizations......................... www.nanaimo.ca • Facility Rentals..................................................... 60-61 • Gift Cards .................................................................. 24 • LEAP (Leisure Economic Access Pass)........................... 17 • Public Drop-in Admission Rates.................................... 8 • Registration Information. ................................... 103 • Social Prescribing. ....................................................102 • Special Events........................................................... 5-7 PROGRAMS BY AGE GROUP Early Years & Children...................................19-39 • Monthly “Play & Learn”. ............................................. 20 • School Break Camps.............................................. 34-35 Youth. ......................................................... 40-45 • Programs. ............................................................ 40-44 • Leaders in Training (LIT)/Quest.............................. 42-43 • Youth Drop-in Programs............................................. 44 • Youth in the Weight Rooms........................................ 10 Adult........................................................... 46-77 • Arts & Crafts. ........................................................ 46-49 • Cooking..................................................................... 50 • Dance .................................................................. 52-53 • First Aid..................................................................... 53 • Outdoor, Sport & Wellness..................................... 54-56 • Special Interest..................................................... 57-59 • Yoga & Fitness. ..................................................... 62-72 60+ Classes. ................................................74-77 • Nanaimo Harbour City Seniors.................................... 75 PROGRAMS BY CATEGORY Pools........................................................... 78-85 • Public Swimming Schedules. ................................8-9 • Swimming Lesson Descriptions......................... 79-80 • Swimming Lesson Grids (Schedules).................. 81-83 • Aquatic Leadership Courses. ............................. 84-85 Arenas.............................................................. 86-95 • Public Skating Schedules.......................................11 • Skating Lessons & Ice Hockey Programs................. 86-95 Activity Drop-In Schedules. ....................................... 8-13 Culture and Events Updates......................................96-97 Oliver Woods Gymnasium Schedule. ..............................12 Pottery Studio Schedule................................................13 Registration Information.............................................103 Skating Schedules.........................................................11 Swimming Schedules.................................................. 8-9 Weight Rooms Info & Schedules. ...................................10 The Nanaimo Parks, Recreation and Culture Activity Guide is produced three times a year by the City of Nanaimo for each season. The guide is available online at recreation.nanaimo.ca. Interested in advertising in the next guide? Contact parksandrecreation@nanaimo.ca or 250-755-7510. Some photography inside guide was supplied by Rachel Joy Photography, Greg Howard Photography and Sabrina Patrice Photography. Cover photo of participants at Oliver Woods Community Centre. The City of Nanaimo reserves the right to accept or reject any advertisement submitted for publication in its publications and on its websites. The City of Nanaimo does not investigate claims made in advertisements appearing in publications or on its websites. Advertisements in City of Nanaimo publications and websites in no way implies an endorsement or approval by the City of Nanaimo of any advertising claims or of the advertiser, its products or services. The City of Nanaimo disclaims any liability in connection with advertising appearing in publications or on its website. SPRING/SUMMER 2027 REGISTRATION DATES: • Aquatics: Wednesday, March 3 • Other Programs: Wednesday, March 10
Register online at recreation.nanaimo.ca General Inquiries 250-756-5200 4 Stay Connected · Check our website (recreation.nanaimo.ca) for updates on programs, special events or severe weather cancellations. · “Like” us on Facebook (cityofnanaimolocalgovernment). · Follow us on X (Twitter) (@cityofnanaimo). · Follow us on Instagram (@prc_nanaimo). · Sign up to receive weekly E-News (MyCity Newsletter) through our website. · Listen to local radio stations for updates that need immediate communication, including information on severe weather closures or cancellations (106.9 WOLF, 102.3 WAVE, 91.7 COAST). · Please ensure we have up-to-date contact information for you, including your email in case we need to contact you. FALL & WINTER ACTIVITY GUIDE View online for the latest details! Waitlists, inclement weather, instructor availability and other factors lead to program and schedule changes. Be sure to check our online Activity Guide for the latest information. recreation.nanaimo.ca (click on Activity Guide) Welcome to the Fall and Winter Activity Guide! We at Parks, Recreation and Culture love creating memorable experiences for our citizens. Through events, programs, cultural opportunities and a multitude of parks and trails, we are proud to be rooted in the Nanaimo community. It is our aim to make our City more liveable for our citizens. We invite you to join us this fall and winter by participating in a variety of fitness, sports, wellness, arts, cooking or dance programs because an active community is a healthy and happy community. Registration for aquatics programs begins on August 12; registration for all other programs begins on August 19. recreation.nanaimo.ca Click on Activity Guide
cityofnanaimo prc_nanaimo (#ilovemyparksandrec) 5 Fall & Winter Special Events See recreation.nanaimo.ca for more details. Tue, Sep 8...........Glow in the Dark Skate 6:30-8 pm at Frank Crane Arena Sun, Sep 20.........Glow in the Dark Skate 4-6 pm at Nanaimo Ice Centre Sun, Sep 20.........Terry Fox Run 9 am in Bowen Park Wed, Sep 30 .......Nat. Day for Truth & Reconciliation Deverill Square Park - See our website in September for details Tue, Jan 5 ...........Glow in the Dark Skate 6:30-8 pm at Frank Crane Arena Sun, Jan 17.........Glow in the Dark Skate 4-6 pm at Nanaimo Ice Centre Sun, Jan 31.........World Wetlands Day 10 am-12 pm at Buttertubs Marsh Tue, Dec 1 ...........Glow in the Dark Skate 6:30-8 pm at Frank Crane Arena Wed, Dec 16........Skate with Santa 6:30-8 pm at Frank Crane Arena Fri, Dec 18...........Skate with Santa 3:45-5:15 pm at Nanaimo Ice Centre Fri, Dec 18...........Ugly Sweater Pool Party 6-8 pm at Nanaimo Aquatic Centre Sun, Dec 20.........Snowball Swim 12-5 pm at Beban Park Pool Dec 24, 26-31.....Winter Wonderland Frank Crane Arena (see page 6) Dec 31.................Family New Year’s Eve Event Beban Park - See our website this fall for details Tue, Oct 6 ...........Glow in the Dark Skate 6:30-8 pm at Frank Crane Arena Mon, Oct 12 .......Thanksgiving Day Swim 12-5 pm at Nanaimo Aquatic Centre Mon, Oct 12 .......Thanksgiving Day Skate 1-3 pm at Nanaimo Ice Centre Sat, Oct 17..........Pirates in the Pool 2-4 pm at Nanaimo Aquatic Centre Sun, Oct 18.........Glow in the Dark Skate 4-6 pm at Nanaimo Ice Centre Oct 19-26 ...........Family Fishing Challenge (see page 33) Sun, Oct 25 ........Halloween Howl Swim 9 am-12 pm at Beban Park Pool Tue, Nov 3 ..........Glow in the Dark Skate 6:30-8 pm at Frank Crane Arena Wed, Nov 11 .......Remembrance Day Swim 1-5 pm at Nanaimo Aquatic Centre Sun, Nov 15 ........Glow in the Dark Skate 4-6 pm at Nanaimo Ice Centre Tue, Mar 2 ..........Glow in the Dark Skate 6:30-8 pm at Frank Crane Arena Fri, Mar 12..........Luminous Paths Festival Closing 5-9 pm at Maffeo Sutton Park (see page 7) Sat, Mar 20.........Earth Hour Skate 1:15-2:45 pm at Frank Crane Arena Sun, Mar 21........Glow in the Dark Skate 4-6 pm at Nanaimo Ice Centre Sat, Mar 27.........Underwater Egg-Stravaganza 2-4 pm at Nanaimo Aquatic Centre SCAN ME! Fall & Winter Special Events Updates (National Day for Truth & Reconciliation, New Year’s Eve & Family Day) Tue, Feb 2 ...........Glow in the Dark Skate 6:30-8 pm at Frank Crane Arena Mon, Feb 15........Family Day Activities Beban Park - See our website in January for details Mon, Feb 15........Luminous Paths Festival Opening 5-9 pm at Maffeo Sutton Park (see page 7) Sun, Feb 21.........Glow in the Dark Skate 4-6 pm at Nanaimo Ice Centre
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Register online at recreation.nanaimo.ca General Inquiries 250-756-5200 8 ARENAS: We have four full-sized arenas. Frank Crane Arena and Cliff McNabb Arena are located at Beban Park, and Nanaimo Ice Centre located along Third Street in the Larry McNabb Sports Zone has two ice surfaces. Public Admissions SWIM, SKATE, WEIGHT ROOMS & GYM PLEASE NOTE: • All 10 visit and 20 visit cards expire three years from date of purchase. • All one-month Active Passes are non refundable. General Admissions: Child 2 yrs & under.........................................Free Child 3 to 12 yrs. .........................................$3.95 Youth 13 to 24 yrs.........................................$5.55 Adult 25 to 59 yrs.........................................$7.40 Senior 60 to 79 yrs.........................................$5.55 Senior 80+ yrs; Nanaimo residents only. ..................Free Family Max 2 adults & children from the same family . .$14.85 Shower ....................................................... $3.75 10 Visit Pass (10 admissions): Child 12 yrs & under. ................................... $31.80 Youth 13 to 24 yrs........................................ $44.45 Adult 25 to 59 yrs........................................ $59.45 Senior 60 to 79 yrs........................................ $44.45 1 Month Active Pass: Child ..................................................... $31.80 Youth/Senior................................................ $44.45 Adult ..................................................... $59.45 Family ................................................... $118.80 12 Month Active Pass: Child ................................................... $286.45 Youth/Senior.............................................. $401.00 Adult ................................................... $530.45 Family ................................................. $1059.85 Arena Skate Rentals/Sharpening: Child/Youth/Senior.........................................$3.00 Adult ....................................................... $3.75 Family ....................................................... $7.00 Helmets .......................................................$0.50 Skate Sharpening........................................... $6.00 ONLINE SCHEDULES Our public drop-in schedules are subject to change! Double check the schedule before you make the trek by visiting our website or scanning the QR codes below for each schedule. (Hard copies of our schedules are also available at our recreation centres). POOLS: We have two pools. Nanaimo Aquatic Centre is located along Third Street, and Beban Pool is located at Beban Park. WEIGHT ROOMS: We have a weight room located at Nanaimo Aquatic Centre and another one located at Beban Park Pool. GYMNASIUM SPORTS: Find our gymnasium sports drop-in options at Oliver Woods Community Centre. Basketball, volleyball, badminton and pickleball happen throughout the week. POTTERY ROOM: Work independently during open studio times located at Bowen Park Complex. Fee is $14.
cityofnanaimo prc_nanaimo (#ilovemyparksandrec) 9 AQUAFIT Therapy Aquafit: Improve your mobility with this low impact class. The focus is on movement, range of motion, balance, strength and stretching. Water therapy is highly recommended for people with arthritis, joint replacement, pre and post surgery and those with limited mobility. Shallow Water Aquafit: This is a high intensity cardio workout without the impact of dry land aerobics. Open to all levels and abilities. Deep Water Aquafit: Strengthen and tone your body with this zero impact class. You’ll achieve excellent cardio and strength training using water as resistance. Classes are done in deep water wearing a floatation belt. Aqua Zumba: This class is perfect for those looking to make a splash by adding low-impact, high energy aquatic exercise to their fitness routine. Aqua Zumba® blends the Zumba® philosophy with water resistance for one pool party you won’t want to miss! Instructor: Amber Bruner or Fab Lethbridge. Shallow/Deep Combo: This is designed for both shallow and deep water aquafit enthusiasts. Enjoy the benefits of training your cardio, strength and flexibility in this water fitness class. Participants can choose to stay in the shallow water or participate in deep water with an aquafit floatation belt. Some sessions at Beban Pool require pre-registration. Please see page 82 and online at recreation.nanaimo.ca. Aqua Yoga: This is a fun and gentle form of stretching and strengthening performed in a warm pool where joints are supported, range of motion is maximized and resistance helps strengthen muscles. Classes at Beban Pool require pre-registration. Please see page 82. Classes at NAC are drop-in and are held Thursdays, 7-8 am from Oct 27-Dec 22 & Jan 5-Mar 30. Instructor: Katherine Winge. Baby and Me - Aqua Yoga: NEW! Connect, move and relax with your little one in this aquatic class for parents and caregivers with babies 4–24 months. Enjoy gentle aqua yoga movements while your baby floats nearby promoting strength, flexibility, balance and relaxation in a warm, supportive setting. Benefits include low impact toning and stretching, improved mobility and relaxation, mindfulness and stress relief, bonding time with baby and social connection with other families. Held at Nanaimo Aquatic Centre. Pre-registration is required. Please see page 82. Instructor: Katherine Winge. BEBAN POOL SESSIONS Everyone Welcome: With warmer water and a quieter atmosphere, Beban Pool is the perfect escape for wellness and fun! Dive, play, float, jump, swim and slide… or simply relax in one of the hot areas. Limited lanes may be available. Leisure Swim: With its accessible beach and varying depths, the Leisure Pool is perfect to support those developing their swim skills or wanting to use water therapeutically for injury recovery. Float, walk or swim around the river, play in the spray features or practice your swim skills. The hot tub, steam room and sauna are open. 25 Metre Lanes: If fitness is what you are looking for, our 25 metre pool is available for swimming laps or water running. NANAIMO AQUATIC CENTRE SESSIONS Everyone Welcome: Swim, sauna, soak in the hot tub or relax in the steam room. Limited lanes available. 25 & 50 Metre Swims: Our main tank is set up for length swimming. Please check the online schedule. Waves & Waterslides: Catch the waves and enjoy the slides! Please note that they may be turned off for various, unforeseen circumstances. Diving Boards: Both 1-metre and 3-metre diving boards are available at select times. Please call us to find out the day’s schedule. Nanaimo Aquatic Centre (741 Third Street) Beban Park Pool (2300 Bowen Road) POOLS INFORMATION
Register online at recreation.nanaimo.ca General Inquiries 250-756-5200 10 Weight Room Policy: Personal trainers, kinesiologists and physiotherapists, etc. not employed or authorized by the City of Nanaimo may not train clients within the weight rooms. For more information, contact the Weight Room Supervisor at 250-756-5200. Weight Room Orientations: These are designed to familiarize you with our facilities and give you an orientation on the basics of strength and functional training. An orientation is recommended before using our facilities. Please contact us to set up a time or see our Fitness/Yoga section for scheduled sessions. Cost is $5. Weight Room Personal Training Sessions: Work one-on-one with a trainer to develop a workout program that works for you, to follow up and assess your progress or to create a new program that challenges you on your fitness journey. Whatever your health and fitness goals are, our personal trainers can help! Each session includes access to the facility on the day of the training session. Cost is $60 for one hour. Please book your session in advance. See page 62 for more information. Youth in the Weight Room: Our weight rooms are available for use by persons 16 years and older. Teens (13-15) wishing to use the weight room for fitness training must complete an orientation. Once completed, they will receive a “Gym Use Graduate Card”. This card will permit teens to use the weight room without a parent or guardian’s supervision. Weight Room Attire: All weight room users must wear appropriate attire. This includes closed toe shoes (runners), shorts or track/sweat pants. Weight Room Equipment: We have a variety of adaptive equipment in the weight room at the Nanaimo Aquatic Centre. • Nustep Bike - easy access for wheelchairs • Cybex Total Access & Matrix - strength and cardio machines Weight Room Attendants: Our qualified attendants are ready to show you new exercises, teach you how to use the equipment and answer your questions. They work on-site to care for weight room equipment and enforce safe weight room practices. Daily schedules are posted at each location. Nanaimo Aquatic Centre (741 Third Street) Beban Park Pool (2300 Bowen Road) WEIGHT ROOMS INFORMATION
cityofnanaimo prc_nanaimo (#ilovemyparksandrec) 11 ARENAS INFORMATION Nanaimo Ice Centre (750 Third Street) Frank Crane Arena (2300 Bowen Road) Cliff McNabb Arena (2300 Bowen Road) DROP-IN SKATING SESSIONS Everyone Welcome: Designed for skaters of all ages and abilities, these sessions provide an opportunity for all members of the community to get active. Helmets are strongly recommended. Look for our "Game Zone" at these sessions held at the far end of the ice surface using sponge pucks. Parent & Tot: (6 years & under) - An opportunity to introduce children to the ice or to work on skills learned in our RecSkate lessons. Come on the ice in shoes or skates and enjoy toys and hockey equipment. Helmets are mandatory for tots. Parents must accompany children on the ice. Free admission for children (up to three kids per adult). Adult Leisure Skate: (19+) A great addition to your fitness routine. Enjoy skating laps or practicing your skills in the designated areas. Helmets are strongly recommended. Aides are welcome to attend to assist patrons at no additonal charge. Please see our Arena Section for adult/senior RecSkate lesson options. Adult/Senior/70+ Scrub: (Adult 18+, Senior 60+) These are fun, recreational drop-in sessions. Non-contact. Full hockey gear is required. Stick ‘n’ Puck: If you’re new to the game or want to brush-up on skills, Stick ‘n’ Puck is for you! Get on the ice in a non-game, recreational setting. Space is limited to 30 participants, and session rules apply. Children under 8 must have an adult on the ice. Helmets with cages required for those 16 years and under. game zone Look for our “Game Zone” at all Everyone Welcome sessions! (except Glow in the Dark sessions or at busy sponsored free skates)
Register online at recreation.nanaimo.ca General Inquiries 250-756-5200 12 GYMNASIUM SPORTS INFORMATION Oliver Woods Community Centre (6000 Oliver Road) Badminton: (16+ yrs) Basketball: (16+ yrs) Basketball for Youth: (10-16 yrs) Everyone Welcome Sports: 13 years & younger need adult supervision. No racquet sports available. Pickleball: (16+ yrs) Tennis-like game played on a badminton court using a perforated, slow moving ball and paddle. Volleyball: (16+ yrs) Volleyball for Youth: (10-16 yrs) GENERAL INFORMATION • Pre-registration available 72 hours prior to program start. Drop-ins available on site if space permits. Please check with registration desk upon arrival. • No food/drink allowed in gyms. • Only non-marking gym shoes allowed. • Participants must be present at time of admission purchase. • Space is limited; we operate on a first-come, first-served basis. • Gym Attendant on duty. DROP-IN SPORT PROGRAMS Parks, Recreation & Culture is committed to offering recreational drop-in programs for the community. Our drop-in programs are designed to create an inclusive environment where participants can learn a new skill, be social, be active, share their sport with others and play together regardless of skill level (beginner to advanced welcome). Recreational drop-in programs are NOT about winning, competitive or aggressive play. For more information on competitive or league play, please ask our front desk staff. Spare Blox Youth Drop-in is for 13-17 yrs. See page 44 for details. SPARE B LOX DROP-IN GYMNASIUM SPORT OPTIONS
cityofnanaimo prc_nanaimo (#ilovemyparksandrec) 13 POTTERY STUDIO INFORMATION Bowen Park Pottery Studio (500 Bowen Road) The Bowen Park Pottery Studio is a welcoming space filled with all the tools, equipment and supplies you need to create at your own pace. Children, when accompanied by an adult, are welcome, but both must register. Youth who have taken a pottery class are invited to enjoy independent studio time as well. While we don’t offer formal instruction during drop in sessions, our team is happy to offer light guidance when we can. If it’s your first visit, we will give you a studio orientation that includes a tour and demonstration on how to use equipment, an overview of our studio guidelines, cleaning expectations after your session and an overview of our clay details. We encourage drop-in participants to have previous pottery experience so you can make the most of your time in the studio. DROP-IN INFO - $14 per session • Pre-registration can be done in advance at recreation.nanaimo.ca, by phoning 250-756-5200 or in person during office hours at any of our recreation facilities. Purchasing Pottery Clay • Clay used in the Bowen Pottery Studio must be purchased from one of the following City recreation facilities: Bowen Park Complex, Beban Social Centre, Oliver Woods Community Centre, Nanaimo Aquatic Centre or Nanaimo Ice Centre. Please note: all facilities have varying hours of operation, and the clay is picked up at Bowen Park. • Clay can be purchased in-person or by telephone. • To receive your clay in studio, you will be asked to present your receipt. • Cost of clay includes all firing and glazing fees. • Clay purchased from organizations other than the City of Nanaimo are not permitted. • We are only able to fire projects made within the Bowen Park Pottery Studio. Clay Fees • Grey - M340: $40 • Red - M390: $45 • White - M370: $50 See pages 48 for Pottery Classes.
cityofnanaimo prc_nanaimo (#ilovemyparksandrec) 15 Active City of Nanaimo PASSES Get unlimited access to public swimming, skating, weight rooms and gymnasiums while saving money! • Public/Length Swimming • Public Skating • Hockey Drop-in • Aquafit • Weight Rooms (16 yrs & up) • Saunas & Steam Rooms • Hot Tubs & Water Slides • Drop-in Public Sports at Oliver Woods Recreation Centre Child Youth/ Senior Adult Family 1 Month Pass $31.80 $44.45 $59.45 $118.80 1 Year Pass $286.45 $401.00 $530.45 $1059.45 Prices subject to change and include tax. Get Fit & Save Money! ONE MONTH OR ONE YEAR OPTIONS
Register online at recreation.nanaimo.ca General Inquiries 250-756-5200 16 Low Co$t or Free Recreation At Parks, Recreation and Culture, we understand how recreation experiences can enrich our lives. Here are a few activities that you can participate in...even if the budget’s a bit tight at the moment. Admission Savers • Buy a 10 or 20 Visit Pass and save 20 percent over regular admission. See page 8. • Active Passes offer unlimited access to all public drop-in sessions (swimming, skating, weight rooms and sports programs at Oliver Woods Community Centre). If you are a frequent user, you will want to save big by getting our Active Pass. See page 15. • Stock up and save on your 10 or 20 Visit Passes. • Lions Free Skates take place every Sunday, 12-1:30 pm from September 30 to March 21 thanks to The Lions Club and a variety of local sponsors. See page 91. • The Culture Awards take place on Thursday, April 8 at The Port Theatre. Tickets are FREE! See page 97. Low Cost Recreation • Youth, aged 10 to 17, are invited to our FREE Spare Blox or Youth Lounge youth drop-in programs. See page 44. • Court Kids is a FREE program for ages 1-5 to run, jump and play that is held at Beban Park. See page 19. • Imagination Station is a FREE program for ages 3-5 where kids and their parents will enjoy a variety of activities that spark imagination and build social skills. Held at Kin Hut. See page 21. • Adventure Smart is a FREE program for those 12 to 18 to help them learn the basic of outdoor safety. Held at Oliver Woods Community Centre. See page 26. • Come Read with Me Workshop is a FREE program for those 5 to 8 and their families to learn about practical reading strategies with Literacy Central Vancouver Island. Held at Beban Park. See page 27. • Owls of Nanaimo and Birding Around Nanaimo Parks are two low cost programs to help you learn about and identify local birds. Cost is only $5. See page 58. • WildSafe Adventures is a FREE program that will help you discover practical tips to prevent human-wildlife conflict. See page 58. • Invasive Plant Work Parties are a great way to meet new people and to make a difference in your community. See page 59. • We are offering a variety of FREE (or nearly free) programs for those 60 years and over. See page 74. • Visit some new temporary public art in town. See page 96.
cityofnanaimo prc_nanaimo (#ilovemyparksandrec) 17 LEAP LEISURE ECONOMIC ACCESS PASS WHAT IS LEAP? The City of Nanaimo LEAP program supports families in financial need to access Parks, Recreation & Culture programs and services. WHAT CAN LEAP BE USED FOR? • 50 free admissions to drop-in swimming, skating, weight rooms and drop-in gymnasium programs per year. • 50% off registered programs (maximum up to $40) for all family members up to four times per year per person. • Free admission to Nanaimo Art Gallery and Nanaimo Museum. DO I QUALIFY? 1. Residents of City of Nanaimo, District of Lantzville or Regional District of Nanaimo Electoral Areas A, B or C. 2. Family household income is below Statistics Canada Low Income Guidelines (see right). Please note: Post secondary students are not eligible for LEAP. HOW DO I APPLY? 1. Submit the LEAP application online at www.nanaimo.ca or in-person at any City of Nanaimo recreation centres. 2. Include a copy of the following: • Prior year Notice of Assessment or proof of Income Assistance, GIS, CLBC, Refugee through the refugee protection program/ Newcomer or Youth in Care • Photo ID for all adults in the household • Proof of residency (if different from ID) STATISTICS CANADA LOW INCOME GUIDELINES Number of People in Household Annual Household Income 1 $26,290 2 $32,727 3 $40,234 4 $48,851 5 $55,404 6 $62,488 7 $69,571 * As Nanaimo is now over 100,000 people, the low income cutoffs (LICO) have been adjusted as per Statistics Canada. Apply for funding through the Canadian Tire Jumpstart program. Your child may be eligible for up to $600 per year in funding. Apply online: https://jumpstart.canadiantire.ca/pages/individual-child-grants
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cityofnanaimo prc_nanaimo (#ilovemyparksandrec) 19 Aquatic programs: Wed, Aug 12 Other programs: Wed, Aug 19 Tiny Tales & Tunes 0 to 12 Months This joyful and engaging class is designed for parents and babies to bond through interactive rhymes and songs. For the babies, we will focus on early language development and social skills while also enhancing guidance, support and socializing for parents during these important early months. Class is for parent/caregiver and registered child. Instructor: Moire Porter Tue, Nov 3-Dec 8 | 10-10:30 am | $30/6 | 172997 Tue, Jan 12-Feb 23 | 10-10:30 am | $35/7 | 172998 Beban Park Social Centre Parent-Child Mother Goose 0 to 12 Months Join PacificCARE CCRR Childcare consultants in an interactive program for parents and their young children. Together we will focus on the pleasure of oral rhymes, songs and stories. This is not a drop-in program and is meant for children under the age of 1 year old. Fri, Jan 8-Feb 19 | 10:30-11:30 am | FREE/7 | 163421 Beban Park Social Centre Court Kids 1 to 5 Years This is a FREE, fun safe space to introduce your child to unstructured physical activity! Your child will get to play, move, climb, jump, slide and have a blast while burning off some energy on a variety of gym equipment. Parent/caregiver participation is required. This program is drop-in only; no registration required. Instructors: Pam Brugge & Traci Boas Tue, Sep 22-Dec 1 | 9-11 am | FREE | Drop-In Tue, Jan 12-Mar 9 | 9-11 am | FREE | Drop-In Beban Park Social Centre Gym Pals D 1 to 5 Years Hey, kids! Bring your parents and climb, jump and play. This parent participation program allows time for tots to explore and develop motor skills. A drop-in fee of $10/child is available depending on space. Fri, Sep 11-Oct 30 | 9:30-10:30 am | $35/7 | 174974 Fri, Nov 6-Dec 18 | 9:30-1:30 am | $35/7 | 174976 Fri, Jan 8-Mar 12 | 9:30-10:30 am | $45/9 | 174984 Oliver Woods Community Centre Early Years & Children Early Years - Ages 6 Months to 5/6 Years & Children - 5/6 Years + Smart Moves Babies Come and have fun with your infant while becoming informed about physical activities that you can do at home to enhance your child’s learning potential. Each class will include fun songs and rhymes, baby yoga and tummy time games and crawling activities that are developmentally appropriate and will strengthen your baby’s physical, cognitive, social and emotional foundations for early learning. Instructor: Robyn Mor Birth to Rolling Mon, Oct 19-Dec 7 | 11:15 am-12 pm | $96/8 | 173720 Crawling (or 7 months) to Standing Mon, Oct 19-Dec 7 | 12:15-1 pm | $96/8 | 173721 Beban Park Social Centre Baby and Me - Aqua Yoga NEW! Connect, move and relax with your little one in this aquatic class for parents, caregivers and grandparents with babies 4–24 months. Enjoy gentle aqua yoga movements while your baby floats nearby promoting strength, flexibility, balance and relaxation in a warm, supportive setting. Benefits include low impact toning and stretching, improved mobility and relaxation, mindfulness and stress relief, bonding time with baby and social connection with other families. Instructor: Katherine Winge Tue, Oct 27-Nov 17 | 9:45-10:15 am | $40/4 | 175975 Tue, Nov 24-Dec 15 | 9:45-10:15 am | $40/4 | 175976 Tue, Jan 5-26 | 9:45-10:15 am | $40/4 | 175977 Tue, Feb 16-Mar 16 | 9:45-10:15 am | $50/5 | 175978 Nanaimo Aquatic Centre
Register online at recreation.nanaimo.ca General Inquiries 250-756-5200 20 Animal Crackers 3 to 5 Years Tue/Thu | 11:30 am-1:30 pm | Beban Park Through monthly themes and a diverse range of activities, you can expect your child to experience music and movement, arts and crafts, gym time, and active-based games to help them develop fundamental motor skills, learn new social skills and explore their creative side and imagination in a fun, supportive environment. Sep: $100/5 (#173022) Feb: $160/8 (#173027) Oct: $180/9 (#173023) Mar: $100/5 (#173028) Nov: $160/8 (#173024) Apr: $180/9 (#173029) Dec: $120/6 (#173025) May: $160/8 (#173030) Jan $160/8 (#173026) Jun: $120/6 (#173031) Doodle Bugs 3 to 5 Years Tue/Thu | 9-11 am | Oliver Woods This class has a little bit of everything for young learners! Through a diverse range of activities like music and movement, arts and crafts and active-based games, children will develop fundamental motor skills, learn new social skills and explore their creative side and imagination in a fun, supportive environment. Sep: $100/5 (#165557) Feb: $160/8 (#165562) Oct: $180/9 (#165558) Mar: $100/5 (#165563) Nov: $160/8 (#165560) Apr: $180/9 (#165564) Dec: $120/6 (#165561) May: $160/8 (#165565) Jan $160/8 (#165562) Jun: $120/6 (#165567) Petits Lapins 4 to 5 Years NEW! Mon/Wed | 11:30 am-1:30 pm | Beban Park Like its English counterpart, “Petits Lapins” will help children become more independent, meet new friends, and get introduced to academic basics such as the ABCs, 123s, crafts, games and physical activities, but in French! Sep: $100/5 (#175021) Feb: $160/5 (#175039) Oct: $160/8 (#175033) Mar: $100/5 (#175042) Nov: $180/9 (#175034) Apr: $160/8 (#175045) Dec: $100/5 (#175035) May: $180/9 (#175046) Jan $160/8 (#175037) Jun: $100/5 (#175048) Kinder Prep (Active Shorts) 4 to 5 Years Mon | 9-11 am | Oliver Woods This class is a blend of the traditional Kinder Prep class where we focus on academic prep skills, socials skills and preparing your child to enter kindergarten but with an active based sport twist! Sep: $30/3 (#165581) Feb: $60/3 (#165586) Oct: $60/3 (#165582) Mar: $40/2 (#165587) Nov: $100/5 (#165583) Apr: $80/4 (#174408) Dec: $40/2 (#165584) May: $80/4 (#174409) Jan $80/4 (#165585) Jun: $40/2 (#174410) Kinder Prep (Culinary Kids) 4 to 5 Years Wed | 9-11 am | Oliver Woods This class is a blend of the traditional Kinder Prep class where we focus on academic prep skills, socials skills and preparing your child to enter kindergarten but with a culinary twist! Sep: $40/2 (#174412) Feb: $80/4 (#174417) Oct: $80/4 (#174413) Mar: $60/3 (#174418) Nov: $60/3 (#174414) Apr: $80/4 (#174419) Dec: $60/3 (#174415) May: $80/4 (#174421) Jan $80/4 (#174416) Jun: $60/3 (#174424) Kinder Prep 4 to 5 Years Designed to help set the groundwork for a positive transition for your child to kindergarten by providing both the academic and social tools. Children will spend their time moving, creating, playing and learning about themselves through activities like show and tell, gym time, tumble time, circle time, the ABCs and 1,2,3s! Tue/Thu | 9-11 am | Beban Park Sep: $100/5 (#173032) Feb: $160/8 (#173037) Oct: $180/9 (#173033) Mar: $100/5 (#173038) Nov: $160/8 (#173034) Apr: $180/9 (#173039) Dec: $120/6 (#173035) May: $160/8 (#173040) Jan $160/8 (#173036) Jun: $120/6 (#173042) Tue/Thu | 11:30 am-1:30 pm | Oliver Woods Sep: $120/6 (#165568) Feb: $160/8 (#165576) Oct: $160/8 (#165571) Mar: $120/6 (#165577) Nov: $180/9 (#165572) Apr: $160/8 (#165578) Dec: $100/5 (#165573) May: $180/9 (#165579) Jan $160/8 (#165575) Jun: $100/5 (#165580) Please note: there will be no refunds after the first class has started. Withdrawals can be made up to 72 hours prior to the first class for a full refund. If withdrawal is made less than 72 hours prior to the first class, you will be charged for the first class. PLAY & LEARN Crickets 18 Months to 3 Years Mon | 9-11 am | Beban Park This interactive and engaging parent participation class encourages group play and to explore basic movements through circle time, stories, songs, crafts, play stations and tumble time. Younger siblings welcome for free if less than 1 year old. Sep: $60/3 (#171506) Feb: $60/3 (#171514) Oct: $60/3 (#171508) Mar: $40/2 (#171515) Nov: $100/5 (#171511) Apr: $80/4 (#171516) Dec: $40/2 (#171512) May: $80/4 (#171517) Jan $80/4 (#171513) Jun: $40/2 (#171518) Crickets 2 to 4 years Wed | 11:30 am-1:30 pm | Oliver Woods Sep: $40/2 (#165546) Feb: $80/4 (#165551) Oct: $80/4 (#165547) Mar: $60/3 (#165552) Nov: $60/3 (#165548) Apr: $80/4 (#165553) Dec: $60/3 (#165549) May: $80/4 (#165554) Jan $80/4 (#165550) Jun: $60/3 (#165556) Busy Bees 3 to 5 Years Wed | 9-11 am | Beban Park Welcome to Busy Bees, where your child will be buzzing around having fun learning about themselves and the world around them! Children will be encouraged to be curious, try new activities, meet new friends and engage with their community through hands-on experiences and playful learning. Sep: $40/2 (#173012) Feb: $80/4 (#173017) Oct: $80/4 (#173013) Mar: $30/3 (#173018) Nov: $60/3 (#173014) Apr: $80/4 (#173019) Dec: $60/3 (#173015) May: $80/4 (#173020) Jan $80/4 (#173016) Jun: $60/3 (#173021) Our “Play & Learn” early years programs, led by experienced, fun and dedicated staff, will teach your child how enjoyable learning can be! Through interactive play, arts and crafts, stories, tumble time and basic academic prep activities, your child will develop skills that will help prepare them for kindergarten and all of the milestones to follow. Early Years Programs for Ages 18 Months to 5 Years
cityofnanaimo prc_nanaimo (#ilovemyparksandrec) 21 Children’s Arts & Crafts Haunted Halloween Crafts & Games 2 to 5 Years Calling all ghouls and goblins! Get into the Halloween spirit and create a spooky-themed craft with us or try your luck at one of our ghostly games. Parent participation is required. Fri, Oct 30 | 9-10:15 am | $12/1 | 171646 Fri, Oct 30 | 10:30-11:45 am | $12/1 | 171647 Beban Park Social Centre Pumpkins & Paint: Halloween Adventures 5 to 10 Years Calling all creative ghouls and goblins! Join us for a creative class where you will celebrate the season through colourful, hands-on Halloween crafts and art projects. You will paint, create and explore a variety of spooky and festive themes while building confidence and creative skills. Thu, Oct 8-29 | 4-4:45 pm | $32/4 | 175074 Oliver Woods Community Centre Candy Cane Crafts & Games 2 to 5 Years It’s almost the holidays, which means it’s the perfect time to create a holiday-themed craft and play some games! We will listen to some jingles and have a merry old time. Parent participation is required. Tue, Dec 8 | 9-10:15 am | $12/1 | 174783 Tue, Dec 8 | 10:30-11:45 am | $12/1 | 174784 Beban Park Social Centre Jingle Bell Wreath Creations NEW! 6 to 10 Years Ring in the holiday season with creativity and cheer! You will design and decorate your own festive wreath using a variety of colourful materials, seasonal accents and jingle bells. This hands-on workshop encourages creativity, selfexpression and artistic exploration while creating a beautiful holiday decoration to take home. Thu, Dec 3-17 | 5-5:45 pm | $30/3 | 175082 Oliver Woods Community Centre Merry & Bright: Festive Art NEW! 5 to 11 Years Get ready to create, imagine and celebrate the joy of the season through colourful, hands-on art projects and holiday-themed crafts. You will create unique works of art inspired by winter wonderlands, festive traditions and holiday magic. Thu, Nov 5-26 | 4-4:45 pm | $32/4 | 175075 Thu, Dec 3-17 | 4-4:45 pm | $24/3 | 175077 Oliver Woods Community Centre Cupid’s Craft & Play 2 to 5 Years It’s almost Valentine’s Day, which means it’s the perfect time to explore your creative side with a love-themed craft and then play on our fun, interactive equipment after. Parent participation is required. Fri, Feb 5 | 9-10:15 am | $12/1 | 171648 Fri, Feb 5 | 10:30-11:45 am | $12/1 | 171649 Beban Park Social Centre Mudpies - Pottery 3 to 6 Years We will keep little hands busy while pinching, rolling and squeezing clay. Basic handbuilding skills will be utilized while working on and creating unique ceramic pieces. Parent participation is recommended. Dress for mess. Instructor: Gillian Hall Mon, Sep 14-Oct 5 | 10-11 am | $72/4 | 171793 Mon, Oct 19-Nov 9 | 10-11 am | $72/4 | 171794 Mon, Nov 23-Dec 14 | 10-11 am | $72/4 | 171797 Mon, Jan 11-Feb 1 | 10-11 am | $72/4 | 171799 Mon, Feb 22-Mar 15 | 10-11 am | $72/4 | 171800 Bowen Pottery Studio Pottery Pals Handbuilding 6 to 12 Years Let’s get messy and make magic with clay! Kids will squish, pinch, roll and sculpt their way to amazing creations while learning fun handbuilding tricks like coiling, pinching, slab building and more. Every project is a chance to let their imagination run wild. Think colourful tiles, tiny houses, silly pinch-pot monsters, mobiles and so much more! Dress for mess. Instructor: Gillian Hall Mon, Sep 14-Oct 5 | 4-5 pm | $82/4 | 171801 Mon, Oct 19-Nov 9 | 4-5 pm | $82/4 | 171802 Mon, Nov 23-Dec 14 | 4-5 pm | $82/4 | 171803 Mon, Jan 11-Feb 1 | 4-5 pm | $82/4 | 171804 Mon, Feb 22-Mar 15 | 4-5 pm | $82/4 | 171805 Bowen Pottery Studio Imagination Station 3 to 5 Years Designed for curious minds (and parents) to explore, create and connect. Children will enjoy activities that spark imagination and build social skills, such as crafts, playtime, storytime and art. Registration is required. Instructor: Lynn Macaulay Fri, Sep 25 | 9:30-10:30 am | FREE | 172875 Fri, Oct 23 | 9:30-10:30 am | FREE | 172876 Fri, Nov 27 | 9:30-10:30 am | FREE | 172878 Fri, Jan 22 | 9:30-10:30 am | FREE | 172879 Fri, Feb 26 | 9:30-10:30 am | FREE | 172880 Kin Hut Activity Centre DO YOU REQUIRE ADDITIONAL SUPPORT? If you require any accommodations or additional support when participating in our programs, please contact us at 250-756-5200.
Register online at recreation.nanaimo.ca General Inquiries 250-756-5200 22 Crochet Amigurumi BEGINNER 9 to 14 Years Students learn basic skills to create their first small stuffed animal. All supplies are provided. Instructor: Ally Groenen Thu, Jan 7-Feb 4 | 7-8:30 pm | $120/5 | 173729 Beban Park Social Centre Amigurumi NEW! LEVEL 2 9 to 14 Years Students who took the intro class in the spring or take the Beginner class before this one can learn to make another critter with more detail. Instructor: Ally Groenen Thu, Feb 11-Mar 11 | 7-8:30 pm | $120/5 | 173730 Beban Park Social Centre Artistic Expressions: Cartooning 14 Years+ This engaging program teaches character design, storytelling, comic creation and drawing techniques. Build artistic confidence, develop your unique style and bring your ideas to life. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced artist, cartooning offers fun, learning and selfexpression. Instructor: David Harvey Sat, Sep 12-Oct 10 | 12:30-1:30 pm | $35/5 | 175568 Sat, Oct 17-Nov 14 | 12:30-1:30 pm | $35/5 | 175570 Sat, Nov 21-Dec 19 | 12:30-1:30 pm | $35/5 | 175571 Sat, Jan 9-Feb 13 | 12:30-1:30 pm | $42/6 | 175572 Sat, Feb 20-Mar 27 | 12:30-1:30 pm | $42/6 | 175573 Oliver Woods Community Centre Comic Book Development 7 to 13 Years Throughout this course, we will delve into the art of crafting concise comic strips, creating delightful illustrations and developing captivating characters. You will be motivated to discover your own distinct artistic style while drawing inspiration from the masterpieces of renowned cartoonists and illustrators. All skill levels are welcome. Instructor: David Harvey Sat, Sep 12-Oct 10 | 10-11 am | $35/5 | 175058 Sat, Oct 17-Nov 14 | 10-11 am | $35/5 | 175060 Sat, Nov 21-Dec 19 | 10-11 am | $35/5 | 175061 Sat, Jan 9-Feb 13 | 10-11 am | $42/6 | 176062 Sat, Feb 20-Mar 27 | 10-11 am | $42/6 | 175561 Oliver Woods Community Centre Character Design Art: Building Characters 7 to 12 Years Learn how to create captivating and dynamic characters that will enhance your storytelling abilities. Through lessons on drawing techniques, colour theory and shape manipulation, you will learn how to effectively convey your characters’ personalities to your audience. By the conclusion of this class, you will have acquired the essential tools to craft compelling and memorable characters. Project assignments will be tailored to accommodate the individual skill levels of each participant. Instructor: David Harvey Sat, Sep 12-Oct 10 | 11:15 am-12:15 pm | $35/5 | 175059 Sat, Oct 17-Nov 14 | 11:15 am-12:15 pm | $35/5 | 175063 Sat, Nov 21-Dec 19 | 11:15 am-12:15 pm | $35/5 | 175064 Sat, Jan 9-Feb 13 | 11:15 am-12:15 pm | $42/6 | 175065 Sat, Feb 20-Mar 27 | 11:15 am-12:15 pm | $42/6 | 175565 Oliver Woods Community Centre Masterpiece Makers: A Mixed Media Journey 7 to 11 Years Explore the exciting world of mixed media art where imagination and creativity have no limits. This class is all about combining different materials like paint, paper, fabric and more to create vibrant, textured and one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Whether you’re painting, gluing, stamping or layering, every piece of art will be an adventure in creativity. There are no rules; just pure fun as you mix and match to bring your vision to life. This class is for all abilities. Thu, Sep 10-Oct 1 | 5-5:45 pm | $24/4 | 175069 Thu, Nov 5-26 | 5-5:45 pm | $24/4 | 175070 Thu, Feb 4-25 | 5-5:45 pm | $24/4 | 175072 Oliver Woods Community Centre Colour Quest: Exploring the World of Art 6 to 10 Years Embark on an exciting journey where colour is our guide. Mix and blend colours and create bold, beautiful works of art that tell your story. Whether we’re painting, drawing or using fun materials like markers, crayons and pastels, discover how powerful colour can be in the world of art. This class is for all abilities. Thu, Oct 8-29 | 5-5:45 pm | $24/4 | 175066 Thu, Jan 7-28 | 5-5:45 pm | $24/4 | 175067 Thu, Mar 4-25 | 5-5:45 pm | $24/4 | 175068 Oliver Woods Community Centre Paint the Fall - An Autumn Adventure 5 to 11 Years In this fun and creative art class, we will dive into the beautiful colours of autumn. With warm reds, bright yellows and deep oranges, we will paint, stamp and create textured art that celebrates the season of falling leaves and crisp air. Thu, Sep 10-Oct 1 | 4-4:45 pm | $32/4 | 175073 Oliver Woods Community Centre Winter Wonders: Explore the Magic of Winter 5 to 11 Years Explore the beauty of the season through hands-on art projects, storytelling and imagination. Learn self-expression, build artistic skills and celebrate everything that makes winter wonderful. All abilities are welcome. Thu, Jan 7-28 | 4-4:45 pm | $32/4 | 175079 Thu, Feb 4-25 | 4-4:45 pm | $32/4 | 175080 Oliver Woods Community Centre Springtime Sprouts: A Creative Adventure 5 to 11 Years Get ready for a bright, blossoming journey through the colourful world of spring! As a young artist, explore the beauty of the season through hands-on art projects, lively storytelling and big imaginations. Thu, Mar 4-25 | 4-4:45 pm | $32/4 | 175081 Oliver Woods Community Centre
cityofnanaimo prc_nanaimo (#ilovemyparksandrec) 23 Children’s Dance & Music Music Together® 0 to 5 Years Music Together® is an early childhood music and movement program filled with fun songs and confidence building musical activities that will get you and your child singing, dancing, playing and learning together! For more information, please visit www.seasongstudio.com. Parent participation required. Siblings under 9 months may attend for free. There is a $55 program fee for this course, which is non-refundable after the first class (siblings will receive a $55 refund). Instructor: Karita Sedun Wed, Sep 16-Dec 2 | 9:15-10 am | $130/10 | 174445 Wed, Sep 16-Dec 2 | 10:15-11 am | $130/10 | 174446 Wed, Sep 16-Dec 2 | 11:15 am-12 pm | $130/10 | 174447 Tue, Sep 22-Nov 24 | 9:15-10 am | $130/10 | 174721 Tue, Sep 22-Nov 24 | 10:15-11 am | $130/10 | 177261 Tue, Sep 22-Nov 24 | 11:15 am-12 pm | $130/10 | 177262 Thu, Sep 24-Nov 26 | 9:15-10 am | $130/10 | 174448 Thu, Sep 24-Nov 26 | 10:15-11 am | $130/10 | 174450 Thu, Sep 24-Nov 26 | 11:15 am-12 pm | $130/10 | 174451 Tue, Jan 5-Mar 9 | 9:15-10 am | $130/10 | 177265 Tue Jan 5-Mar 9 | 10:15-11 am | $130/10 | 177279 Tue, Jan 5-Mar 9 | 11:15 am-12 pm | $130/10 | 177283 Wed, Jan 6-Mar 10 | 9:15-10 am | $130/10 | 174453 Wed, Jan 6-Mar 10 | 10:15 -11 am | $130/10 | 174454 Wed, Jan 6-Mar 10 | 11:15 am-12 pm | $130/10 | 174455 Thu, Jan 7-Mar 11 | 9:15-10 am | $130/10 | 174456 Thu, Jan 7-Mar 11 | 10:15-11 am | $130/10 | 174458 Thu, Jan 7-Mar 11 | 11:15 am-12 pm | $130/10 | 174459 Kin Hut Activity Centre Jingle Jammie Jam 0 to 5 Years Join us in your coziest pjs for some festive singing, dancing and jingle jamming! Families will be led through 45 minutes of musical holiday fun from boisterous instrument play-alongs to tender lullabies. This is designed for kids up to 5 and the families who love them. Parent participation is required; one registration per household. Instructor: Karita Sedun Mon, Dec 14 | 4-4:45 pm | $20/1 | 174460 Mon, Dec 14 | 5-5:45 pm | $20/1 | 174461 Mon, Dec 14 | 6-6:45 pm | $20/1 | 174462 Wed, Dec 16 | 4-4:45 pm | $20/1 | 174463 Wed, Dec 16 | 5-5:45 pm | $20/1 | 174464 Wed, Dec 16 | 6-6:45 pm | $20/1 | 174465 Sat, Dec 19 | 3-3:45 pm | $20/1 | 174473 Sat, Dec 19 | 4-4:45 pm | $20/1 | 174467 Sat, Dec 19 | 5-5:45 pm | $20/1 | 175391 Sat, Dec 19 | 6-6:45 pm | $20/1 | 174468 Sun, Dec 20 | 3-3:45 pm | $20/1 | 174474 Sun, Dec 20 | 4-4:45 pm | $20/1 | 174470 Sun, Dec 20 | 5-5:45 pm | $20/1 | 174471 Sun, Dec 20 | 6-6:45 pm | $20/1 | 174472 Beban Park Social Centre Boogie Babies 6 to 18 Months Babies and their caregivers will explore the world of music and movement together! Grown ups will enjoy stretching, dancing and playful exercises that keep both them and their babies moving. The class encourages bonding, physical activity and helps babies develop a love for music. Instructor: Gabby Dunn Wed, Oct 7-Nov 25 | 9:40-10:10 am | $56/7 | 174955 Wed, Jan 20-Mar 3 | 9:40-10:10 am | $56/7 | 174957 Beban Park Social Centre Movin’ with My Mini 18 Months to 2.5 Years Grown ups join their little ones on the dance floor to explore rhythm, coordination and creativity through simple steps, playful activities and silly moves. This is a parent participation program. Instructor: Gabby Dunn Wed, Oct 7-Nov 25 | 10:20-10:50 am | $56/7 | 174965 Wed, Jan 20-Mar 3 | 10:20-10:50 am | $56/7 | 174969 Beban Park Social Centre Shimmy & Shake 2.5 to 4 Years Does your child enjoy twirling, leaping and bouncing around the house? Children get to enjoy simple routines, interactive movements and shake all the energy and wiggles out. This is a participation program. Instructor: Gabby Dunn Wed, Oct 7-Nov 25 | 9-9:30 am | $56/7 | 174960 Wed, Jan 20-Mar 3 | 9-9:30 am | $56/7 | 174963 Beban Park Social Centre Magical Melodies with Miss Jennifer: A Joyful Intro to Music 6 Months to 3 Years This fun, interactive program introduces your little one to the joy of music in a group setting with you right by their side. Together, you will explore rhythm, movement and different instruments in a playful and nurturing environment. This will help your child boost cognitive development and memory skills, strengthen social skills, enhance coordination with hands-on musical fun and encourage emotional expression through music. Instructor: Miss Jennifer Wed, Sep 16-Oct 28 | 9:15-10 am | $84/6 | 171573 Wed, Sep 16-Oct 28 | 10:30-11:15 am | $84/6 | 171575 Wed, Jan 13-Feb 17 | 9:15-10 am | $84/6 | 171576 Wed, Jan 13-Feb 17 | 10:30-11:15 am | $84/6 | 171577 Nanaimo Conservatory of Music (375 Selby St) Tots in Tights Dance Sampler 3 to 5 Years For dancers eager to explore everything! Each week, we will dedicate time to both the elegant, technical fundamentals of ballet and the vibrant, fast-paced styles of jazz and hip hop. Parent participation is required. Sat, Sep 12-Oct 24 | 11:15-11:45 am | $56/7 | 175705 Sat, Nov 7-Dec 19 | 11:15-11:45 am | $56/7 | 175706 Sat, Jan 9-Feb 13 | 11:15-11:45 am | $48/6 | 175707 Sat, Feb 20-Mar 27 | 11:15-11:45 am | $48/6 | 175708 Oliver Woods Community Centre
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