Spring Summer 2024 Activity Guide

Register online at recreation.nanaimo.ca General Inquiries 250-756-5200 46 Fencing - All Levels 14 Years + Beginner fencers receive instruction in the basic skills of foil fencing and will be introduced to sabre and epee. Experienced fencers receive instructions tailored to their needs in any of the three weapons (foil, sabre, epee). Challenge other fencers either using practice or electric equipment. All equipment is provided. Instructor: Georgia Newsome Wed, Apr 3-May 8 | 6:30-8 pm | $78/6 | 116120 Oliver Woods Community Centre Dungeons & Dragons Club - Inter. 11 to 18 Years This is for those who have completed the Dungeons and Dragons “Basics”class or have experience with the game. You will build a character and complete a campaign with your group and the Dungeon Master while building on problem-solving, reading, writing and math skills. Snacks and supplies provided. Presented in partnership with Literacy Central Vancouver Island. Fri, Jun 21-Aug 23 | 4-6:30 pm | FREE | 117015 Bowen Park Complex Karate for Teens & Adults 13 + Years Learn traditional karate training. Sparring, self- defense, fitness, strength development and flexibility are part of the curriculum. This is an introduction only. To continue after these classes, please register with dojo. Instructor: Shima Karate Staff M/W, Apr 3-15 | 6:30-7:30 pm | $25/4 | 116472 M/W, May 6-15 | 6:30-7:30 pm | $25/4 | 116473 M/W, Jun 3-12 | 6:30-7:30 pm | $25/4 | 116474 M/W, Jul 3-15 | 6:30-7:30 pm | $25/4 | 116625 M/W, Aug 7-19 | 6:30-7:30 pm | $25/4 | 116626 Shima Karate (3032 Barons Rd) Taekwondo with Master Kim 12 + Years Learn the Korean art of self-defense which places a strong emphasis on circular movement, redirection and self-confidence. Our highly qualified 8th degree black belt, Grand Master Kim, strives to maximize your potential by maintaining a traditional foundation based upon physical well- being and mental integrity. Instructor: World Tae Kwon Do Staff Wed, Apr 3-10 | 6:10-7 pm | $25/2 | 109057 Mon, Apr 8-15 | 6:10-7 pm | $25/2 | 109056 Mon, May 6-13 | 6:10-7 pm | $25/2 | 116391 Wed, May 8-15 | 6:10-7 pm | $25/2 | 116392 Mon, Jun 3-10 | 6:10-7 pm | $25/2 | 116393 Wed, Jun 5-12 | 6:10-7 pm | $25/2 | 116394 World Taekwondo Academy (4300 Wellington Rd) Youth Taste of Sprint Paddling NEW! 11 to 15 Years Are you looking for a unique individual sport that will build endurance and strength? Do you want a team sport where every team member can contribute equally and support their crewmates? Canoeing and kayaking allows paddlers to train in single, double, four and fifteen person crews. You will gain endurance, strength, speed and balance. This introductory clinic covers the basics of balance, propulsion and steering. Come out and give paddling a try! Instructor: Nanaimo Canoe & Kayak Club Sat, Apr 13 | 1-4 pm | $55/1 | 117107 Sat, Apr 27 | 1-4 pm | $55/1 | 117108 Sat, May 11 | 1-4 pm | $55/1 | 117109 Sat, May 18 | 1-4 pm | $55/1 | 117110 Sat, Jun 22 | 1-4 pm | $55/1 | 117727 Sat, Jul 13 | 1-4 pm | $55/1 | 117111 Sat, Aug 3 | 1-4 pm | $55/1 | 117112 Long Lake/Loudon Park Youth Intro to Dragon Boat NEW! 13 to 18 Years This fun-filled, adrenaline sport is based on the ancient Chinese history of human-powered water craft. Teams compete in large canoe-like boats fitted with a dragon’s head and tail with crews sitting in pairs and racing over a variety of distances. The boat is steered by a tiller, and the drummer in the front sets the pace. Participants will have a chance to paddle in a dragon boat festival on Vancouver Island. No previous experience is necessary, and you will be provided with full training, healthy exercise, skills and team camaraderie. All equipment is supplied. Instructor: Nanaimo Canoe & Kayak Club Wed & Fri, May 1-Jun 21 | 4-5:30 pm | $160/16 | 117124 Long Lake/Loudon Park Youth Voyageur Paddling Fitness NEW! 11 to 15 Years This paddling program is designed for you with an emphasis on fun, fitness, friendship and skill development. With this unique team sport, you will improve your paddling technique, learn to paddle as part of a team and increase your strength and endurance. At the end of the program, you may choose to compete in the annual Rally to Race Regatta on Long Lake. Instructor: Nanaimo Canoe & Kayak Club Wed, Apr 10-May 29 | 6-7:30 pm | $144/8 | 117105 Long Lake/Loudon Park Youth C15 Team NEW! 11 to 15 Years Come out and try the most exciting and most challenging of our big canoes! The C-15 is a sprint racing canoe for 14 people who paddle in a high kneeling position and have a coxswain to steer the canoe who stands at the back. This is one of the most prestigious and exciting races at every Canadian Canoe and Kayak Sprint Championships. Learn the proper technique to paddle this very special boat. Working as a team, you will build your endurance, strength, increase your fitness level and have a great time! (Prerequisite: Youth Voyageur Paddling Fitness or Youth Intro to Dragon Boat). Instructor: Nanaimo Canoe & Kayak Club Wed, Jun 5-26 | 6-7:30 pm | $100/4 | 117106 Long Lake/Loudon Park Nanaimo has environmental stewardship grants! Applications are being received until April 2, 2024 for two grants: • CommunityWatershed Restoration Grant • Community Environmental Sustainability Grant For more information and to apply, please see the City of Nanaimo website at www.nanaimo.ca