cityofnanaimo prc_nanaimo (#ilovemyparksandrec) 55 Stroll with the Pro Walk with one of our local biologists and discover birds in our area. Dress for the weather and bring binoculars/ a camera if you have one. This is a great program for all ages. Birding at Buttertubs Tue, Sep 2 | 6-7:30 pm | $5/1 | 148840 Sat, Jan 10 | 9-10:30 am | $5/1 | 148841 Buttertubs Marsh (meet at Miner’s Cottage) Birding at Diver Lake Sat, Oct 18 | 9-10:30 am | $5/1 | 148843 Sat, Mar 7 | 9-10:30 am | $5/1 | 148844 Diver Lake Park Birding at Neck Point Sat, Nov 15 | 9-10:30 am | $5/1 | 148852 Sat, Feb 7 | 9-10:30 am | $5/1 | 148853 Neck Point Park (Finn Beach) WildSafe Adventures NEW! Learn how to stay safe while enjoying the outdoors with WildSafeBC. Discover practical tips to prevent human-wildlife conflicts, including bear behaviour, attractant management and what to do during an encounter. Perfect for families, hikers and nature enthusiasts of all ages. This is a free event, but registration is required. Sat, Sep 13 | 3:30-4:30 pm | FREE | 151798 Sat, Oct 25 | 3:30-4:30 pm | FREE | 151799 Westwood Lake (second beach) Blue Space - Happy Place 16 Years + Experience a variety of canoes and kayaks offered by the local club. Paddle individually and experience your Zen or as part of a crew and feel the excitement of paddling as a unified team. Find your happy place on the water as you learn new skills, meet new friends and embark on a new hobby and sport. No experience necessary. All equipment provided; just bring yourself! Instructor: Nanaimo Canoe & Kayak Club Thu, Sep 11-Oct 16 | 5:45-7:15 pm | $108/6 | 151800 Long Lake/Loudon Park Tenkara Fly Fishing NEW! This is a beginner-friendly, hands-on class for women seeking connection with nature, others and themselves. Rooted in Japanese tradition, tenkara is a simple, elegant form of fly fishing using just a rod, line and fly. Learn casting, fly tying, reading water and mindful fishing in a supportive, empowering setting. Whether you’re new or returning, come slow down and enjoy the peaceful rhythm of tenkara. Instructor: Island Fly Fishers Wed, Sat, Sep 17-Oct 11 | 7-9 pm | $85/4 | 153317 Bowen Park Complex Introduction to Tai Chi This is for students with no or limited background and teaches tai chi-related exercises and the mini set of tai chi comprised of the first 17 moves of the long tai chi form based on the traditional yang-style set. Sometimes called a moving meditation, this provides many health benefits, including stress relief and improved concentration. Instructor: Mid Island Tai Chi Club Wed, Sep 17-Oct 29 | 7-8:30 pm | $63/7 | 144300 Wed, Nov 5-Dec 17 | 7-8:30 pm | $63/7 | 144301 Wed, Jan 7-Feb 18 | 7-8:30 pm | $63/7 | 145506 Wed, Mar 11-Apr 22 | 7-8:30 pm | $63/7 | 145507 Beban Park Social Centre Intensive Long Form Tai Chi This intensive tai chi course will explore the building blocks and principles of advanced exercises, as well as energy cultivation while learning the yang-style tai chi 108-move long form. Instructor: Mid Island Tai Chi Club Tue, Sep 9-Jan 13 | 7-8:30 pm | $135/15 | 144299 Tue, Jan 20-Apr 28 | 7-8:30 pm | $135/15 | 145505 Beban Park Social Centre Mindful Movements Qigong Qigong is a moving meditation based on the ancient theory that the intentionally guided flow of energy through the body holistically restores vitality and regulates the functions of the mind, body and breath. Standing and walking qigong will help to reduce stress and increase muscular stability. Instructor: Monica Lux Wed, Sep 17-Oct 8 | 4:45-5:45 pm | $48/4 | 144285 Wed, Oct 15-Nov 12 | 4:45-5:45 pm | $60/5 | 144372 Wed, Nov 19-Dec 17 | 4:45-5:45 pm | $60/5 | 144291 Wed, Jan 7-Feb 4 | 4:45-5:45 pm | $60/5 | 144295 Wed, Feb 18-Mar 25 | 4:45-5:45 pm | $72/6 | 144296 Beban Park Social Centre 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, Sep 17-Oct 29 | 6:30-8 pm | $105/7 | 151070 Wed, Nov 5-Dec 17 | 6:30-8 pm | $105/7 | 151071 Wed, Jan 7-Feb 11 | 6:30-8 pm | $90/6 | 151072 Wed, Feb 18-Mar 25 | 6:30-8 pm | $90/6 | 151073 Oliver Woods Community Centre Historical Fencing - Intro 16 Years + Perfect for newcomers, this class focuses on foundational techniques in a safe, controlled environment with low intensity. Students will get hands-on experience with singlestick, longsword, messer, and rapier and dagger, along with exposure to sword and shield, rondel dagger, grappling and quarterstaff. Whether you’re exploring a new hobby or aiming for serious study, this is the ideal starting point. Sun, Oct 12-Dec 14 | 10-11 am | $130/10 | 150146 Sun, Jan 4-Mar 29 | 10-11 am | $169/13 | 150147 Beban Park Centennial Building Historical Fencing - Core D 16 Years + Build upon your fundamentals with higherintensity warm-ups and sparring. Students will progress from padded to stick and synthetic and eventually steel weapons at a personalized pace. Club gear is available, but we encourage collecting personal equipment with our guidance. Core students gain access to an additional coached sparring session during the week. A cup, if needed, is required for sparring. Sun, Oct 12-Dec 14 | 11:15 am-1:15 pm | $170/10 | 150151 Sun, Jan 4-Mar 29 | 11:15 am-1:15 pm | $221/13 | 150156 Beban Park Centennial Building Core Historical Fencing D For those with experience and/or have completed the introductory or HEMA program, drop-in to practice your skills. Registration starts one week prior to each session. Sun, Oct 12-Mar 29 | 11:15 am-1:15 pm | $25/session Beban Park Centennial Building
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