Spring Summer 2024 Activity Guide

cityofnanaimo prc_nanaimo (#ilovemyparksandrec) 45 Lifeguard & Swim Instructors Wanted with the City of Nanaimo! You must be a minimum of 16 years old, hold a current CPR C, National Lifeguard Pool Certificate and a Lifesaving Swim Instructor Certification. Apply: employment.opportunities@nanaimo.ca. Madd Edible Science NEW! 8 to 14 Years Come and spend a few hours with Paula and learn all about changing a liquid into an edible, stretchy, yummy cheese. Paula will show you how to make homemade mozzarella cheese while you learn about chemistry and history. Bring an additional $5 for a kit to make 4 pounds of mozzarella at home with your family. Instructor: Paula Maddison Thu, May 9 | 4-5 pm | $25/1 | 115786 Beban Park Social Centre Pottery Wheel - Beginner - 14 + Years Calling teens to adults with little or no previous experience working with clay. Dip your hands into something new. Learn basic techniques that will help you create pots, vases, bowls and much more. Clay, glazes and firings are included in the cost. Instructor: Selena Unger or Nesta Morgan Tue, Apr 2-May 7 | 6:30-9 pm | $174/6 | 115604 Fri, Apr 5-May 10 | 4-6:30 pm | $174/6 | 115600 Sat, Apr 6-May 11 | 1:30-4 pm | $174/6 | 115607 Sun, Apr 7-May 12 | 9-11:30 am | $174/6 | 115589 Sun, Apr 7-May 12 | 12-2:30 pm | $174/6 | 115592 Tue, May 14-Jun 25 | 6:30-9 pm | $203/7 | 115605 Fri, May 17-Jun 21 | 4-6:30 pm | $174/6 | 115601 Sat, May 18-Jun 22 | 1:30-4 pm | $174/6 | 115608 Sun, May 19-Jun 23 | 9-11:30 am | $174/6 | 115590 Sun, May 19-Jun 23 | 12-2:30 pm | $174/6 | 115593 Sun, Jul 7-Aug 11 | 9-11:30 am | $174/6 | 115591 Sun, Jul 7-Aug 11 | 12-2:30 pm | $174/6 | 115594 Tue, Jul 9-Aug 13 | 6:30-9 pm | $174/6 | 115606 Fri, Jul 12-Aug 16 | 4-6:30 pm | $174/6 | 115602 Sat, Jul 13-Aug 24 | 1:30-4 pm | $203/7 | 115609 Mon, Jul 15-Aug 26 | 6-8:30 pm | $203/7 | 115582 Bowen Park Pottery Studio Youth Badminton 12 to 19 Years Take your badminton skills to the next level. Players should have two years of experience in the Junior Badminton program (or equivalent). Players must bring their own racquet. Mon, Apr 8-May 13 | 5:15-6:15 pm | $48/6 | 117028 Oliver Woods Community Centre Youth Basketball 11 to 18 Years Our coach will teach the fundamentals through fun active games and free play. Please arrive to the program in active gear and indoor sports shoes. Sun, Apr 7-May 12 | 2-3:30 pm | $60/6 | 117026 Sun, May 26-Jun 30 | 2-3:30 pm | $60/6 | 117027 Oliver Woods Community Centre RecSkate Pre-Teen/Teen 12 to 17 Years Join your friends at this lesson that teaches all levels of skating skills. You will also get an introduction to arenas, including lesson teaching, skate patrol, safety and facility tour. This is a great bridge to our LIT and QUEST programs. Mon, Apr 8-May 6 | 6:45-7:45 pm | $65/5 | 114865 Thu, Apr 4-May 9 | 5:30-6:30 pm | $78/6 | 114868 Sat, Apr 6-May 11 | 11:15 am-12:15 pm | $78/6 | 114870 Frank Crane Arena Mon, May 27-Jun 24 | 6:45-7:45 pm | $65/5 | 114866 Thu, May 30-Jun 27 | 5:30-6:30 pm | $65/5 | 114869 Mon, Jul 8-Aug 12 | 6:45-7:45 pm | $78/6 | 114867 Thu, Jul 11-Aug 15 | 6:15-7:15 pm | $78/6 | 114872 Nanaimo Ice Centre Sat, Jun 1-29 | 11:15 am-12:15 pm | $65/5 | 114871 Cliff McNabb Arena RecFigure Skate - Advanced D 8 to 16 Years This is a group lesson for experienced RecFigure skaters who have completed a minimum of RecFigure Skate level 3. This class will consist of free skating skills, such as jumps and spins, as well as an introduction to Ice Dance. (Drop-in fee is $13). Wed, Apr 3-May 8 | 5:15-6:15 pm | $78/6 | 114887 Frank Crane Arena Wed, May 29-Jun 26 | 5:15-6:15 pm | $65/5 114877 Tue, Jul 2-30 | 4:45-5:45 pm | $65/5 | 118685 Nanaimo Ice Centre RecFigure Skate - Teen & Adult D 13 + Tired of skating around in circles? This group lesson is for teens and adults who are already competent skaters and looking to learn or practice figure skating skills. This class will focus on edges, turns, figures and ice dance. Jumps and spins may be taught depending on interest. (Drop-in fee is $13). Wed, Apr 3-May 8 | 5:15-6:15 pm | $78/6 | 114889 Frank Crane Arena Wed, May 29-Jun 26 | 5:15-6:15 pm | $65/5 | 114888 Tue, Jul 2-30 | 4:45-5:45 pm | $65/5 | 118686 Nanaimo Ice Centre Street-Smart Cycling Skills Learn basic bike maintenance, rules and regulations of the road, and have fun gaining confidence through cycling games and much more. All participants must have a certified biking helmet, full functioning bike and basic riding skills. Bring a snack, water and weather-appropriate clothing. Instructor: Stephen Pilcher 6 to 9 Years Sun, May 19 | 9 am-12 pm | $45/1 | 115568 10 to 13 Years Sun, May 19 | 1-4 pm | $45/1 | 115567 Beban Park Social Centre Youth Rippers: Intro to Mountain Biking 11 to 13 Years Join us for a great adventure! You will learn and practice various riding techniques, including body and pedal position, shifting, braking, climbing, descending and navigating minor obstacles. You will also review important communication skills and trail etiquette to keep multi-use trails safe for all users. Please bring lots of water and some snacks for fuel. Helmets are required, and gloves are recommended. Bikes should be fully operational, tires pumped, brakes working and chain shifting and lubricated. Instructor: Stephen Pilcher Sun, Jun 9 | 1-4 pm | $45/1 | 116395 Colliery Dam Park Survive Outside 13 to 19 Years During this info session, you will learn about trip planning, training, taking the essentials and other outdoor travel tips. This AdventureSmart Survive Outside presentation will also include information on what to do if someone you know gets lost or injured and what information is helpful to searchers. It’s always encouraged to have fun and play outside, but it’s also important to be informed and prepared before you set out. Instructor: Nanaimo Search and Rescue Outreach Sat, Apr 27 | 10-11:30 am | FREE/1 | 111034 Oliver Woods Community Centre