Spring Summer 2024 Activity Guide

Register online at recreation.nanaimo.ca General Inquiries 250-756-5200 6 BEBAN POOL Everyone Welcome: With warmer water and a quieter atmosphere, Beban Pool is the perfect escape for wellness and fun! Be active and dive, play, float, jump, swim and slide…or simply relax in one of the hot areas. 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. Public Swim Program Highlights PLEASE LET POOL STAFF KNOW OF ANY MEDICAL CONDITIONS. NANAIMO AQUATIC CENTRE Everyone Welcome: Swim, sauna, soak in the hot tub or relax in the steam room. Limited lane swimming available. 25 & 50 Metre Swims: Our main tank is set up for length swimming. Please check schedule on page 8. Wave Pool: Catch the waves! Check our schedule on page 8. Please note that waves 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. Public Admissions SWIM, SKATE, WEIGHT ROOMS & GYM PLEASE NOTE: • Admission rates will be increasing on Sep 1, 2024. • All 10 visit and 20 visit cards expire three years from date of purchase. • All one-month Active Passes are non refundable. AQUAFIT Join us at either pool for aquatic fitness programs . Refer to pages 8 and 9 for class times. 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. ShallowWater 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 shouldn’t miss! 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 of the Beban Pool sessions require pre-registration. See page 80. General Admissions: Child 2 yrs & under ......................................... Free Child 3 to 12 yrs . ......................................... $3.75 Youth 13 to 24 yrs ......................................... $5.25 Adult 25 to 59 yrs ......................................... $7.00 Senior 60 to 79 yrs ......................................... $5.25 Senior 80+ yrs; Nanaimo residents only . .................. Free Family Max2adults&children from thesame family . .$ 14.00 Shower .......................................................$3.75 10 Visit Pass (10 admissions): Child 12 yrs & under . ...................................$30.00 Youth 13 to 24 yrs ........................................$42.00 Adult 25 to 59 yrs ........................................$56.00 Senior 60 to 79 yrs ........................................$42.00 1 Month Active Pass: Child .....................................................$30.00 Youth/Senior................................................$42.00 Adult .....................................................$56.00 Family ................................................... $112.00 12 Month Active Pass: Child ................................................... $270.00 Youth/Senior.............................................. $378.00 Adult ................................................... $500.00 Family ................................................... $999.00 Arena Skate Rentals/Sharpening: Child/Youth/Senior.........................................$3.00 Adult .......................................................$3.75 Family .......................................................$7.00 Helmets .......................................................$0.50 Skate Sharpening...........................................$6.00 POOL &WEIGHT ROOM PARTICIPANTS, PLEASE NOTE: • Please inform staff of any medical conditions. • All children through 6 years of age must be under the direct supervision and within arm’s reach of a guardian. Guardian must be in the water and must be 16 years of age or older. Ratio for children who are 6 years of age and under is 1 adult to 3 children. • Please help us avoid unnecessary pool closures. Anyone not toilet trained must wear protective, water-resistant swimwear. Children’s swim diapers are available for purchase from the pool cashier. • Children should use the washroom prior to swimming in order to avoid potential pool closures. All patrons must thoroughly shower prior to entering the pool. • Proper attire for both the pool and weight room is required.