Register online at recreation.nanaimo.ca General Inquiries 250-756-5200 56 Blue Space, Happy Space 16 + Years Find your happy place on the water with us as you experience a variety of canoes and kayaks, learn new skills, meet new friends and embark on a new hobby. No experience necessary, and all equipment is provided. Instructor: Nanaimo Canoe & Kayak Club Thu, Sep 10-Oct 15 | 5:30-7 pm | $132/6 | 176704 Loudon Park (Long Lake) Pain Management and Recovery Using the Alexander Technique Do you struggle with chronic pain, postural tension or fatigue? The Alexander Technique helps you develop body awareness, move with less strain and find more ease in your body. Learn to recognize and release habitual tension, improve coordination and move with greater balance and freedom. Discover a practical approach to managing pain, supporting recovery and bringing ease to everyday life. Instructor: Heike Walker Thu, Sep 24-Oct 1 | 3:30-5:30 pm | $50/2 | 175675 Bowen Park Complex Improve Your Posture With the Alexander Technique Do you find yourself slouching, feeling stiff or ending the day with aches and pains? Have you tried to improve your posture only to find yourself back in old habits? The Alexander Technique helps you develop more body awareness, change habitual patterns that affect your posture and movement and discover greater balance and ease in sitting, standing, walking and all your daily activities. Instructor: Heike Walker Sat, Nov 7 | 10:30 am-12:30 pm | $25/1 | 175676 Bowen Park Complex Shibashi: 18-Form Flow NEW! Shibashi is a gentle movement practice that supports balance, mobility, stress reduction and nervous system regulation. Progressively learn the 18-form sequence through slow, flowing movements that combine breath awareness, mindful attention and body alignment. By the end of the program, you will be able to independently practice the full sequence of a simple self-care routine. Instructor: Amira Carluccio Wed, Sep 9-Nov 4 | 2-3 pm | $64/8 | 171726 Wed, Jan 13-Mar 3 | 2-3 pm | $64/8 | 171727 Beban Park Social Centre Shotokan Karate Shotokan Karate is a dynamic martial art that builds strength, focus and overall health. Whether you’re new or returning, you will benefit from a challenging class led by Sensei Mike, 6th-degree Black Belt. Develop your skills, meet new people and train in a safe, positive environment. Instructor: Mike Ciurka (6th degree black belt) Tue, Sep 15-Oct 27 | 7:30-8:30 pm | $56/7 | 172869 Tue, Nov 3-Dec 15 | 7:30-8:30 pm | $56/7 | 172870 Tue, Jan 5-Feb 16 | 7:30-8:30 pm | $56/7 | 172872 Tue, Feb 23-Mar 30 | 7:30-8:30 pm | $48/6 | 172874 Bowen Park Complex Karate for Adults In this introduction to karate, students learn traditional karate training, sparring and self- defense. Fitness, strength development and flexibility are also part of the curriculum. Instructor: Shima Karate Staff M/W, Sep 14-23 | 6:30-7:30 pm | $25/4 | 176955 M/W, Nov 9-18 | 6:30-7:30 pm | $19/3 | 176956 M/W, Jan 4-13 | 6:30-7:30 pm | $25/4 | 176957 M/W, Mar 1-10 | 6:30-7:30 pm | $25/4 | 176958 Shima Karate (3032 Barons Rd) Shima Karate School: NEW! Yoga & Tai Chi This unique class blends elements of Japanese and Chinese martial arts, yoga and meditation to awaken both body and mind. Through breathing, stretching, martial movement and internal energy work, you will build strength, focus and calm from the inside out. Open to all fitness levels; no martial arts experience required. Instructor: Shima Karate Staff Sat, Oct 3-24 | 7:30-9 am | $25/4 | 176959 Sat, Nov 7-28 | 7:30-9 am | $25/4 | 176960 Sat, Jan 9-30 | 7:30-9 am | $25/4 | 176961 Sat, Mar 6-27 | 7:30-9 am | $25/4 | 176962 Shima Karate (3032 Barons Rd) Shima Karate School: Gen X This intro is in response to requests to learn at a slower pace and ease into martial arts with no belts or gradings. Come to learn or re-learn martial arts history and techniques with a great group of like-minded people. Instructor: Shima Karate Staff Sun, Oct 4-25 | 9-10 am | $25/4 | 176966 Sun, Nov 1-22 | 9-10 am | $25/4 | 176967 Sun, Jan 3-24 | 9-10 am | $25/4 | 176968 Sun, Feb 7-28 | 9-10 am | $25/4 | 176969 Shima Karate (3032 Barons Rd) Taekwondo & Self-Defense with Master Kim 13 Years+ Our intro program builds confidence and skills through kicks, strikes, blocks and self-defense. Students will improve coordination, balance, flexibility and strength and be ready to progress after just one session! Wed, Sep 9 & 16 | 6:10-7 pm | $25/2 | 177073 Wed, Oct 7 & 14 | 6:10-7 pm | $25/2 | 177075 Wed, Nov 4 & 18 | 6:10-7 pm | $25/2 | 177076 Wed, Dec 2 & 9 | 6:10-7 pm | $25/2 | 177077 Wed, Jan 13 & 20 | 6:10-7 pm | $25/2 | 177078 Wed, Feb 3 & 10 | 6:10-7 pm | $25/2 | 177079 Wed, Mar 3 & 10 | 6:10-7 pm | $25/2 | 177080 World Taekwondo Academy (4300 Wellington Rd) Family Paddling Introduce your family to a great activity and welcoming community on the water. Learn about water and boating safety, paddling strokes, and experience the diverse paddling opportunities with the local canoe and kayak club. Price is per family. Instructor: Nanaimo Canoe & Kayak Club Sat, Sep 19 | 10 am-12 pm | $50/1 | 176693 Loudon Park (Long Lake)
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