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online: www.ucluelet.ca call: 250 726-7772 in person: Ucluelet Community Centre, 500 Matterson Drive

registration begins JANUARY 7th, 2015

Ucluelet parks & recreationWINTER program supplement

programs running jANUARY-march, 2015

ADULT PROGRAMS

YOUTH PROGRAMS

preschool Programs

swimming lessons

SPRING BREAK CAMPS

KIDS PROGRAMS

PLUS: A chance to win 30% off your next program! Everyone who registers in person or by telephone on Thursday, Jan. 8th will automatically be entered into a draw

to win a coupon for 30% off the purchase of your next recreation program (same exceptions apply). Your name will be entered into the draw every time you register for any one program. Other door prizes will include a punch card and movie passes!

IN PERSON: 500 Matterson Drive (cash, cheque, VISA or MC) BY PHONE: 250 726-7772 (VISA or MC)

Thursday, January 8th5% off recreation programs!

Exceptions: swimming, playschool & spring break camps

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See Swimming Lessons section for Parent & Tot and Preschool “Aquatots” classes!

STRONG STARTUCLUELET EARLY LEARNING CENTRE

This is a FREE drop-in program for preschoolers and parents/caregivers.

Mon, Wed, Fri 8:45-11:45 amTuesdays 5:00 - 8:00 pmThursdays 11:45 - 2:45 pm

Location: Ucluelet Elementary School, Rm 113Contact: Jennifer Adamson 250 726-7793

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SWIMMING LESSONS

Tuesdays & Thursdays, February 10 - March 5 (4 weks, 2x/week)

SWIM KIDS - LEVEL 8-10 3:15 - 4:00 pm 8/$80





PARENT & TOT (4 mos-3 yrs) 6:00 - 6:30 pm 8/$70

SWIM KIDS RED CROSS SWIM LEVELS (school age)

Swim Kids & Aquatots classes take place at the Westcoast Motel Pool.All classes taught by Emma Paveley certified NLS Lifeguard and

Red Cross Water Safety Instructor.

PARENT & TOT DANCE Age 1.5-3Designed for an adult and child to enjoy together, this class uses creative play, rhymes, music, and percussion to teach the fundamentals of dance such as rhythm, balance, coordination, flexibility, and creative expression.

Thursdays, January 15 - March 5 (NO CLASS: FEB 5)2:00 - 2:30 pm UCC Fitness Studio7/$56 Instructor: Sarah Hogan

LITTLE PURPLE DRAGONS “GROUP 1” Age 4-5The study of Purple Dragon martial arts begins at a young age. This program will encourage your child to build discipline, confidence, respect, integrity and physical reliability. Purple Dragon Don Jitsu Ryu blends Karate, Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, Tae Kwon Do, and Kung Fu. Join our growing Purple Dragon community today! No previous experience required.

Mondays & Wednesdays, Jan 12 - Apr 1 (NO CLASS: FEB 2,4, 9, SPRING BREAK)3:00 - 3:45 pm UCC Main Hall17/$170 Instructor: Senpai Ian Shu

New!LA JOYEUSE RIBAMBELLE (French Language Preschool) Age 3-5Young children have an innate instinct for learning new languages. This preschool program focuses on French language development through songs, rhymes, storytelling, and games fostering social and cognitive development while teaching and encouraging the use of the French language. Children will feel empowered and confident in using new vocabularies.

This program is subsidized through a partnership with L’AFFUT (Asociation Francophone et Francophile de Ucluelet et Tofino), the District of Ucluelet

and l’Entente Canada- Colombie-Britannique.

1st SESSION:Mondays & Wednesdays, January 26 – March 4 (NO CLASS: FEB 9)9:30 - 11:30 am UCC Main Hall11/$55 Instructor: Denise Aujla

2nd SESSION:Mondays & Wednesdays, April 13 - May 25 (NO CLASS: MAY 18)9:30 - 11:30 am UCC Main Hall12/$60 ++Instructor: Denise Aujla

INSTRUCTOR BIO: Denise Aujla was born in Quebec City, received a French Literature degree from Universite Laval and her teaching certificate from UVIC. Her experience varies from teaching French privately to teaching French immersion and FSL in the public school system. Denise lives in Tofino where she is involved with preschool programs, Wickaninnish Community School and private French language lessons for all levels.

Everyone in Swim Kids levels 1-10 and beyond will benefit from this class. Improve your chances of passing levels by practicing your stroke and improv-ing endurance. Children will receive more individualized attention according to their specific needs. Emma will help children work on everything from floating, gliding, stroke correction and endurance, depending on levels. Taking this course will increase your child’s chances of passing the next swim level as well as enhance confidence and overall aquatic experience.

*minimum registration per class: 5

Tuesdays and Thursdays, January 20 - 29 (2 weeks, 2x/week) SWIM KIDS - LEVELS 10+ 3:30 - 4:15 pm 4/$55 SWIM KIDS - LEVELS 7-9 4:15 - 5:00 pm 4/$55

SWIM KIDS - LEVELS 4-6 5:00 - 5:30 pm 4/$40

SWIM KIDS - LEVELS 1-3 5:30 - 6:00 pm 4/$40

New!SWIM SKILLS IMPROVEMENT/SKILL BUILDING

IMPORTANT RULES & GUIDELINES FOR PARENTS• Pre-registration is MANDATORY for swim lessons.• Classes will be cancelled if minimum registration is not met.• Children must complete levels before advancing.• Bring old report cards and give to instructor before the last class.

WEST COAST MOTEL POOL RULES• Swimmers must rinse off in showers before entering the pool.• Swimmers will clean-up after themselves in change room area.• Swimmers to use back entrance of motel only.

PARENT & TOT (4 mos-3 yrs) 12:30 - 1:00 pm 8/$70

AQUATOTS - SEA OTTER 1:00 - 1:30 pm 8/$75

AQUATOTS - SALAMANDER 1:30 - 2:00 pm 8/$75

AQUATOTS - SUNFISH/CROCODILE 2:00 - 2:30 pm 8/$75

Wednesdays & Fridays, January 14 - February 6 (4 weeks, 2x/week)

AQUATOTS PRESCHOOL SWIMMING LESSONS age 3+

*Next Aquatots session: April, 2015

New!PRESCHOOL BALLET Age 3-5Ballet teaches poise, posture, strength and technique while enjoying a fun, dynamic atmosphere. Classes are set to a wide range of music with stories, rhythm and games to increase musical sensitivity and awareness. These classes will introduce the beginning student to basic ballet technique and vocabulary. These classes are designed for children that have not yet entered Kindergarten. No experience necessary.

Location: UCC Fitness StudioInstructor: Sandra Hinder

Wednesdays, February 11 - April 1 (NO CLASS: Mar 11 & 18)Age 3 1:45 - 2:30 pm 6/$51Age 4-5 2:30 - 3:15 pm 6/$51

CREATIVE DANCE - PRESCHOOL Age 3-4Using fun activities, songs, and rhymes, Preschool Creative dance teaches fundamentals such as rhythm, balance, co-ordination, counting, flexibility, and creative expression through dance. These classes are designed for chil-dren that have not yet entered Kindergarten. No experience necessary.

Location: UCC Fitness StudioInstructor: Sarah Hogan

Thursdays, January 15 - March 5 (NO CLASS: FEB 5)2:30 - 3:15 pm UCC Fitness Studio7/$60 Instructor: Sarah Hogan

PARENT & TOT PLAYGYM is a parent-participation program for tots age 0-5. This programs requires parent help setting up and tearing down gym equipment & toys.

If you are interested in helping run this program on Saturdays, 10am-noon, please call KK at 726-7772.

UCLUELET PLAYSCHOOL has only 1 spot available as we go to print at the end of December. Children must be at least 3 years old at time of registration.

Don’t Forget!Ucluelet Parks & Rec has a SUBSIDY PROGRAM

that is available to everyone and easy to access!To access, drop by the front desk at

Ucluelet Community Centre for an application. For more information on program subsidies and other

bursary opportunities, see page 4 of this guide.


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Jan 10 - U11 games begin (Port Alberni)Jan 17 - U7 & U9 games begin (first game: Tofino)Feb 7 - No games (STAT & Missoula Theatre)Spring Break - No gamesApril 11 - Soccer Day (all teams) in Ucluelet Winter schedules will be emailed to all soccer participants. You can also pick up a copy of the schedule at Ucluelet Community Centre, 500 Matterson Drive.

BALLET Age 5-12Ballet teaches poise, posture, strength and technique while enjoying a fun, dynamic atmosphere. Classes are set to a wide range of music with stories, rhythm and games to increase musical sensitivity and awareness. These classes will introduce the beginning student to the technique and vocabulary of classical ballet, with an emphasis on posture, placement and movement potential. Appropriate dress will be addressed in the first class, no experience necessary. Classes listed below are designed for school age kids (K+). Pre-school classes are listed under PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS on page 1.

Location: UCC Fitness StudioInstructor: Sandra Hinder

Wednesdays, February 11 - April 1 (NO CLASS: Mar 11 & 18)PRE-PRIMARY BALLET Age 5-7 3:15 - 4:15 pm 6/$54 PRIMARY BALLET Age 8-12 4:15 - 5:15 pm 6/$54

SANDRA HINDERSandra’s lifelong love of ballet began at age 11 withher first dance class. Trained in the Cecchetti method at the National Ballet of Canada, she went on to dance with the Pacific Northwest Company in Seattle then brought her joy of dance and creativity to the children of the Lower Mainland over ten years ago.

“When the kids leave class happy and inspired, I know I’ve done something important.”

Please join us in welcoming Sandra and her family to our community!

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CREATIVE DANCE & CHOREOGRAPHY Age 5-12These classes combine ballet, jazz, and modern dance techniques to build foundational dance skills while allowing students to recognize their own body mobility. Using a variety of instructional methods, students will learn alignment, dance vocabulary, proper execution of movement and memorization. We will also explore the use of dance as a creative means of self-expression. No experience necessary. Classes listed below are designed for school age kids (K+). Preschool classes are listed under PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS on page 1.

Location: UCC Fitness StudioInstructor: Sarah Hogan

Thursdays, January 15 - March 5 (NO CLASS: FEB 5)Age 5+ 3:15 - 4:15 pm 7/$63Age 7+ 4:15 - 5:15 pm 7/$63

SARAH HOGANSarah Hogan attended the Lincoln County School of Performing Arts in Ontario where she majored in Dance. She performed in and choreographed several productions including The Wiz, Oliver, Animal Farm and Grease. Since moving to Ucluelet in 1997, Sarah has choreographed dances for the Rainforest Dancers, directed musical theatre productions based on her own original scripts and has helped create a dynamic and ambitious theatre program for children in Ucluelet. in

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AFTER SCHOOL CLUB Grades 4-7This new program, designed specifically for kids in grades 4-7 provides a safe and fun environment with blocks of time allotted for snack, homework sup-port, study time, games and active play. This program also offers skill-build-ing in areas of sport, fitness, nutrition and cooking. Kids will meet in the UES Foods Room directly after school and will also utilize the gym and fields.

The After School Club is a joint program between The District of Ucluelet Parks & Rec Dept. and Ucluelet Elementary School.

Tuesdays & Thursdays, January 6 - March 5 2:45 - 4:45 pm*This program will begin the week after school resumesUcluelet Elementary SchoolThis is FREE program!!Facilitated by Kathy Devries

*A light snack is provided. Please let us know if your child has any food restrictions or allergies and we will do our best to accommodate.

PURPLE DRAGON DON JITSU RYU Age 4+Ancient in origin yet modern in concept, Don Jitsu Ryu is one of the most practical, effective and complete martial arts fighting systems in the world today. It blends Karate, Jiu Jitsu, Tae Kwon Do, Aikido and weaponry. The program consists of four main areas; fitness training & stretching, Kata & basics, break-falls, and self defense & sparring. New students welcome!

Location: UCC Main HallInstructor: Senpai Ian ShuCost: 17/$170

Mondays & Wednesdays, January 12 - April 1(NO CLASS: Feb 2, 4, 9, Spring Break)

Group 1 (Age 4-5) *new students welcome age 4-5 3:00 - 3:45 pmGroup 2 (Age 6-8) *new students welcome age 6+ 3:45 - 4:45 pmGroup 3 (Age 7-12) *with permission from Senpai Ian 4:45 - 5:45 pm

ROLLER HOCKEY Age 5-8Drop in at the Rec Hall for roller hockey. Kids must have proper hockey gear including a helmet with face shield, gloves, shin & elbow pads, a wooden stick and skates.

Wednesdays, January 7, ongoing 5:00 pm Seaplane Base Rec Hall $5 drop-in Led by Brent Taron

CLAY ART CLUB Age 7-12Children are encouraged to use their imaginations while exploring textures, shape and form in clay. Basic techniques of hand-building are covered as well as glazing and kiln firing. This is a great opportunity for children to explore their creativity through the tactile medium of clay. Cost of program includes all materials and supplies.

Mondays, January 12 - February 23 (NO CLASS: FEB 2) 3:15 - 4:30 pm UCC Art Room6/$78 Instructor: Anna Novak

BABYSITTING COURSE (RED CROSS) Age 11-15Designed by the Canadian Red Cross Society, this course offers basic first aid and caregiving skills for youth 11–15 years old. Participants learn how to provide care to younger children in a variety of age groups, and how to prevent and respond to emergencies. Course also offers youth the training to promote themselves as a babysitter to prospective parents. Learn how to: -Feed a baby or change a diaper -Prepare a simple meal -Play games with children of all ages -Prevent injuries and keep children safe -Handle an emergency if one happensParticipants are encouraged to pick up a Red Cross Babysitter’s Manual before the course from UCC front desk. Partipants will also receive Red Cross certifi-cation upon successful completiong of the course.

Monday, February 16 9:00am - 5:00pmUCC Activity Room $55/personInstructor: Emma Paveley

GLEE Performing Arts Club (Season 3) Age 7+Instructors Courtney Johnson & Sarah Hogan team up once again for Season 3 of Glee! This musically intensive performing arts experience will teach children about singing techniques, dance and dramatic theatre. There will also be a musical performance for the kids to show off their fabulous talents and hard work to the community. Students must commit to the following dates including performances, dress rehearsals and Pro-D day rehearsals:Pro-D Rehearsals: Apr 20th, May 11th Dress Rehearsals: May 21st & 22ndPerformances: May 23rd (eve) & May 24th (matinee)

Tuesdays, January 13 until production (NO CLASSES: FEB 3 & Spring Break)Age 7-9 4:00 - 4:45 pm $145 (or 2 payments of $72.50)Age 10-13 4:45 - 5:45 pm $145 (or 2 payments of $72.50)Age 14+ 5:30 - 6:30 pm $145 (or 2 payments of $72.50)Location: UCC Main Hall Instructor: Courtney Johnson & Sarah Hogan

Don’t Delay...Register Now!Sometimes we have to cancel great programs with talented instructors if we don’t meet our minimum registration. Please register at least

one week in advance to avoid disappointment.

Cancellation decisions are made 3-7 days prior to start date. (Some exceptions may apply)

If a class is cancelled, we will issue a full refund or immediately credit your account.

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$6 General Admission$4 under 12

Big Beach Cinema500 Matterson Drive, Ucluelet

JANUARY 9-10the box trollsshowtimes: Friday, Jan 9th at 6pm AND Saturday, Jan 10th at 1pmAn incredibly beautiful stop-motion film to be enjoyed by children and adults alike. The Boxtrolls, a community of quirky, mischievous creatures who have lovingly raised an orphaned human boy named Eggs in the amazing cavern-ous home they’ve built beneath the streets of Cheesebridge. When the town’s villain comes up with a plot to get rid of the Boxtrolls, Eggs decides to venture above ground, “into the light,” in order to save his quirky family.

GONE GIRLshowtimes: Friday, Jan 9th at 8pm AND Saturday, Jan 10th at 3pmStarring: Ben Affleck, Rosamund Pike, Neil Patrick Harris. Marriage can be a real killer. One of the most critically acclaimed suspense writers of our time, New York Times bestseller Gillian Flynn, takes that statement to its darkest place in this unputdownable masterpiece about a marriage gone terribly, terribly wrong.

january 23-24the book of lifeshowtimes: Friday, Jan 23rd at 6pm AND Saturday, Jan 24th at 1pmIn the Mexican town of San Angel, Manolo, Maria and Joaquin have been friends ever since childhood. Although their lives have taken different paths -- Maria was sent to Europe, Joaquin joined the military, and Manolo studied to become a bullfighter -- one thing remains the same: Manolo and Joaquin both want to marry Maria. Little does the trio know that battling husband-and-wife deities have made a high-stakes wager on the love triangle’s outcome.

In Earth’s future, a global crop blight and second Dust Bowl are slowly render-ing the planet uninhabitable. Professor Brand, a brilliant NASA physicist, is working on plans to save mankind by transporting Earth’s population to a new home via a wormhole. But first, Brand must send former NASA pilot Cooper and a team of researchers through the wormhole and across the galaxy to find out which of three planets could be mankind’s new home.

interstellar Showtimes: Friday, Jan 23rd at 8pm AND Saturday, Jan 24 at 3pm

WWW.UCLUELET.CA FOR BIG BEACH CINEMA MOVIE LISTINGS, INFO & TRAILERS

spring break camps

UCLUELET PARKS & RECREATION SUBSIDY PROGRAMDesigned to provide support to residents of Ucluelet of all ages interested in participating in Parks & Recreation programs.

Application forms available at Ucluelet Community Centre or online www.ucluelet.ca. Completed forms may be dropped off at Ucluelet Community Centre,

500 Matterson Drive or mailed to: Ucluelet Parks & Recreation, PO Box 999, Ucluelet, BC, V0R 3A0

For more information please contact Abby Fortune, Director of Parks & Recreation: Call 250-726-7772 or email [email protected]

CANADIAN TIRE JUMPSTART PROGRAMCanadian Tire Jumpstart is dedicated to removing barriers so children can participate in organized sport and recreation.

For more info: Call 1-877-616-6600 or visit their website www.jumpstartcanadiantire.ca

CHILDRENS FITNESS & ARTS TAX CREDITThe Government of Canada allows parents to claim a maximum of $500 per year for eligible fees paid for each child who is under 16

at any time during the year to participate in eligible sports/fitness program and eligible arts programs. For more information, go online to the Canada Revenue Agency website.

Free Fitness Week at UCCWe know you’re busy. We also know how important it is to incorporate regular fitness and healthy practices into your busy life.

NOW is a great time to start:

JANUARY 19-24Select drop-in classes will be offered FREE OF CHARGE

Check us out on Facebook (Ucluelet Parks & Recreation) for a full listing of FREE classes to choose from!

Parks & Recreation Bursary Information:

RELIC SPRING BREAK SURF CAMP Age 8-13 No experience required for this 5-day surf camp with Relic surf school! Learn surf etiquette, how to monitor ocean conditions and have tons of fun in the water. These fun and safe surf lessons are customized for all levels and abili-ties. Boards and wetsuits will be provided. No experience necessary!

Spring Break Week 2: March 16-201:00 - 4:00 pmPick up and drop off at Relic Surf ShopInstructors: Relic Surf School staff5/$160 (includes transportation & gear)

MINI RELICS SPRING BREAK SURF CAMP Age 5-7Come out and play in the ocean with Relic Surf School! Have fun boogie boarding and surfing with our certified, knowledgeable staff who can help advance your child into the world of surfing. We run this camp on a ratio of 4 children to 1 instructor due to the age range. No experience necessary but must be able to swim.

Spring Break Week 2: March 16-201:00 - 4:00 pmPick up and drop off at Relic Surf ShopInstructors: Relic Surf School staff5/$160 (includes transportation & gear)

DINO ADVENTURE CAMP Age 6-12Come along on this fun, dynamic Dinosaur Adventure Camp! Each day we will meet up (virtually) with the Royal Tyrell Museum in Alberta (where they house all of the cool dinosaur bones!) for fossil and museum tours. On Thurs-day, we will take a field trip to the Courtenay Paleontology Museum to tour the museum and to dig for fossils on the river! Throughout the week, we will work on projects, crafts and dinosaur themed games. This is going to be a seriously fun, informative and dynamic camp so register early to avoid disap-pointment! Bring a bag lunch each day.

Thank-you to the Jamie Collins Foundation for sponsoring the Tyrell Museum and Courtenay Paleontology Museum costs!

Spring Break Week 1: March 9-13 8:30 am - 3:30 pm (will be home at 7pm on Thursday, March 12)Pick up and drop off at Ucluelet Community Centre$150/child

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LATIN FURY - DANCE WORKOUT 18+A hybrid class that bridges the gap between the highly popular Latin Dance & Reggaeton cardio workout classes. Join Lyvi for this high energy, exciting class which combines rythyms ranging from the cha cha and merengue to dance hall and reggaeton. No experience required, just come ready to have fun and dance your bum off! Literally.

Tuesdays, 6:00 - 7:00 pm & Saturdays, 9:00 - 10:00 amBegins week of January 5 UCC Fitness Studio$12 drop-in, punch cards available Lyvi Rivera

ALIGNMENT BASED FLOW YOGA Deepen your understanding of the art and science of yoga as we open and strengthen the body. This class is a balance between flow and form, teaching breath-based movement along with alignment principles to progress your practice at a rate appropriate to you. Engage with yourself deeply to promote greater freedom in the body and the mind. Suitable for all levels.

Tues & Thurs, 9:00 - 10:30 am AND Wedesdays, 6:30 - 8:00 pmBegins week of January 5 UCC Fitness Studio $12 drop-in, punch cards available Flickerine Stevens

YIN YOGA (RESTORE & LENGTHEN) Yin yoga is performed to stretch the connective tissue of the body, including the hips, thighs and lower spinal area. Yin poses are held for minutes at a time to get past the superficial or muscular tissues and dive deep into connective tissues. Suitable for all levels and all ages.

Tuesdays, beginning January 6 7:30 - 8:30 pm UCC Fitness Studio $12 drop-in, punch cards available Flickerine Stevens

AGELESS YOGA Keeping the body mobile is important at any age! This gentle class will take the body through its range of motion and provide an increase in strength and flexibility as well as a greater connection to a sense of peace and well-being.Suitable for all levels.

Mondays, beginning January 5 3:30 - 4:30 pm UCC Fitness Studio $12 drop-in, punch cards available Flickerine Stevens

New!OPEN CERAMICS STUDIO Drop-in Open Studio time will begin in March, 2015. Open Studio can be accessed by students enrolled in the Intro to Ceramics - Handbuilding class listed above for the duration of the program. Includes use of tools, equipment (including kiln) and a small space for storage. Partipants must have previously completed one 6-week session of Intro to Ceramics in order to use the Open Studio independently. Participants are required to purchase their own clay and glazes. Weekly drop-in times and days TBA.

New!INTRO TO CERAMICS - HANDBUILDING Adults/16+Students will be introduced to the basics of ceramics including types of clay and their properties, hand-building techniques, loading and firing the kiln, and glazing. There will be an emphasis on safety, and good studio practices. Each session will include demonstration of techniques, and studio time to work on projects. At the end of the class students should have a sound basic understanding of working with clay, and the knowledge to take it further.

Mondays, January 19 - March 2 (NO CLASS: FEB 9)6:30 - 8:30 pm UCC Art Room6/$165 + GST (includes open studio time for duration of 6-week session)Clay and glazes to be purchased separately from instructorInstructor: Anna Novak

New!NUTRITION & MEAL PLANNING WORKSHOP 18+Incorporate nutrition and healthy foods into your weekly meal planning. Ashleigh, owner of Ukee Juice and certified Nutritionist, will guide you through the process of creating a healthy meal plan for you and your family. Keeping busy schedules in mind, Ashleigh will provide ideas on incorporating super foods into your daily meals as well as ideas to promote a healthy and balanced diet and lifestyle.

Thursdays, February 19 7:00 - 8:30 pm UCC Activity Room$35 + GST Ashleigh Drummond

COUNTRY LINE DANCING Adults/16+Whether you love it or love to hate it, country music has it’s perks and Line Dancing is definitely one of them! Country line dancing is a western style of dance incorporating a repeating sequence of steps done as a synchronized group, which makes it a very social activity and appropriate for a wide range of ages and ability. We will spend 5 classes learning several dances and wrap up on February 19th by inviting friends and family to a line dancing party where we can teach them some steps and show off our skills.

Thursdays, January 15 - February 197:00 - 8:00 pm UCC Fitness Studio$54 + GST (6 sessions) Sarah Hogan

PURPLE DRAGON DON JITSU - Advanced Class Adults/TeensAncient in origin yet modern in concept, Don Jitsu Ryu is one of the most practical, effective & complete martial arts fighting systems in the world. It blends Karate, Jiu Jitsu, Tae Kwon Do, Kung Fu, Aikido and weaponry.

Mondays, 7:30 - 9:00 pm & Wednesdays, 8:00 - 9:00 pmJanuary 12 - April 1 (NO CLASS: Feb 9) UCC Main Hall19/$190 + GST Senpai Ian Shu

PURPLE DRAGON DON JITSU - Beginner Class Adults/TeensStay fit and learn a dynamic martial arts discipline at the same time! New students are encouraged to join this class. Ancient in origin yet modern in concept, Don Jitsu Ryu is one of the most practical, effective & complete mar-tial arts fighting systems in the world. It blends Karate, Jiu Jitsu, Tae Kwon Do, Kung Fu, Aikido and weaponry.

Minimum 6 students will need to register for this class to run

Wednesdays, January 14 - March 47:00 - 8:00 pm UCC Main Hall8/$80 + GST Senpai Ian Shu

SKATE DANCE Adults/TeensA dance workout on skates! Improve cores strength and overall muscle tone with a fun, creative, sometimes challenging workout on skates. The class includes a warm-up, ab workout, dance routine, cool down and a stretch. Par-tiaipants will start with basic dance moves and then move to more stylized jam skating as balance and coordination improve. This class is suitable for everyone, skates are available, safety gear is up to you.

Wednesdays, begins January 147:00 - 8:30 pm Seaplane Base Rec Hall $5 drop-in Christina & Lyvi

DANCE FIT 55+ Learn simple and fun dance routines to a wide variety of musical styles while exercising your memory, coordination, and balance in a relaxed and social atmosphere. This class will consist of a warm up, dance combination instruc-tion, gentle stretching and a cool down.

Thursdays, begins January 811:00 am - noon UCC Fitness Studio$5 drop-in Sarah Hogan

WOMEN’S CIRCLE OF LAUGHTER (Formerly known as “Practical Relaxation”)This class is a delightful combination of Practical Relaxation and Laughing yoga techniques. Take a vacation from worry and stress. A fun time is almost certainly guaranteed. “Laughter is an instant vacation.” - Milton Berle

Please note: this class will not run for the month of February

Tuesdays & Fridays, begins January 610:30 - 11:30 am UCC Fitness Studio$2 drop-in Lorna Watson

CHI GONG PRACTICE The 8 Essential Standing Exercises of Chi Gong will give you greater strength and balance in a gentle, flowing exercise style. Naturally anti-aging and detoxifying, greater flexibility and range of motion are just a few of the benefits you can expect from this weekly practice.

Mondays & Wednesdays, begins January 510:30 - 11:30 am UCC Fitness Studio $2 drop-in Jan Draeseke

WEST COAST FLOOR CURLING CLUB Adults You don’t need any special skills for this curling club, just an eagerness to have fun, socialize and knock some rocks around!

Thursdays, beginning January 8 1:00 - 2:30 pmUCC Main Hall $2 drop-in

YOUTH programs age 13-18

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with new programs at “Ukee Youth” on Facebook, look for posters, or stop by

The EDGE youth room!

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3:15 - 4:30 PMROLLER DERBY

5:00 - lATEthemed cooking and

film nights

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book-binding workshopsActing & stage classes

(SEE ABOVE DESCRIPTIONS)

lOOK OUT FOR NEWS ON upcoming events!

have an idea for an event, club or

activity? Let’s make it happen!

email, fb message or call or text erica.

cALL OR TEXT erica with any questions @ 250 726-3901 or EMAIL [email protected]

girls and guys of the wild coastSKILLS: kayaking, surfing, camping & more!WORKSHOP THEMES: leadership, personal safety, mental healthDATES: TBACheck out our new website for details:cwwa20.wix.com/gotwildukee

coming this winter... keep in touch!ericaukeeyouth

YOUTH MURAL PROJECT

Erica is away on vacation until January 19th. The Youth Room will

be accessible during Open Hours Tuesday-Friday beginning Jan. 5th.

winter WEEKLY CALENDAR

PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPSInterested in digital and analog pho-tography? Stay tuned for an upcom-ing photography course featuring local professional photographers!

COOKING CLASSESNew cooking workshops coming this winter with guest facilitators!

Want to leave your mark in the youth room? Join the Youth Mural team to create an indoor art piece in the youth room! Contact Erica if you want to be involved. Painting is set to begin in February, 2015

BOOK BINDING WORKSHOPWant to learn how to make your own book? Using mostly recycled materials, plarticipants will learn a simple and fun way to create and bind books.

3 workshops: January 22, 29 and February 5 (Thursdays)6:00 - 7:30 pm The Edge Youth Room$5/workshop Erica Benson

ACTING & STAGE Explore the skills and tricks of the trade used by actors to prepare themselves for a performance including theatre exercises, improv, character building and scene work. Build confidence on and off the stage by practicing character de-velopment and working on performance skills such as monologuing. 12 year olds may join with permission from instructor. No experience necessary.

Thursdays, January 15 - March 5 (NO CLASS: FEB 5) 6:00 - 7:00 pm UCC Main Hall 7/$55 + GST Sarah Hogan

BABYSITTING COURSE (RED CROSS) Age 11-15Designed by the Canadian Red Cross Society, this course offers basic first aid and caregiving skills for youth 11–15 years old. Participants learn how to provide care to younger children in a variety of age groups, and how to prevent and respond to emergencies. Course also offers youth the training to promote themselves as a babysitter to prospective parents. Learn how to: -Feed a baby or change a diaper -Prepare a simple meal -Play games with children of all ages -Prevent injuries and keep children safe -Handle an emergency if one happensParticipants are encouraged to pick up a Red Cross Babysitter’s Manual before the course from UCC front desk. Partipants will also receive Red Cross certifi-cation upon successful completiong of the course.

Monday, February 16 9:00am - 5:00pm UCC Activity Room $55/person Emma Paveley

DESIGN YOUR OWN T-SHIRT!Bring a t-shirt or piece of fabric to print and learn how to create a stencil and make your own screen for image transfer! This tech-nique can be used to make patches, print on bags, canvas, clothing or anything your imagination allows. 2 workshops: January 20 and January 27 (Tuesdays)6:00 - 7:30 pm The Edge Youth Room$10/workshop Erica Benson

ROLLER DERBY (GIRLS ONLY)Join us every Wednesday to learn the basics of Roller Derby in a fun and supportive environment. Roller Derby is a contact sport on roller skates that involves speed, coordination and team work. We will teach skating technique, rules of the game and listen to awesome music! Snacks and gear provided.

Wednesdays, begins January 213:15 - 4:30 pm Seaplane Base Rec HallFREE!! Erica B & Beth L

MT. WASHINGTON SKI & SNOWBOARD TRIPS Head to the mountain for a day on the slopes. Participants should pack a lunch, plenty of water and some spending money for a dinner stop on the way home (we like the Courtenay or Port Alberni “Sub-way”). Please let us know in advance whether you will be skiing or snowboarding and whether or not you have your own gear. Helmets recommended. Register early as this program always fills quickly. Prices include lift tickets. *All trips are weather dependant and may change depending on road and snow conditions.

Meet at the Junction by 6:15 am, departs from Junction at 6:30 am SHARP!$75 with own equipment$115 includes rental equipment$30 transport only (season’s pass holders)

Chaperones: Erica Benson & Kyla Emery

TRIP #1 Saturday, January 24th TRIP #2 Saturday, February 28th TRIP #3 Saturday, March 28th

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FAMILY TIES (Ucluelet)Drop ins: Every Tuesday 10:30 - noon in Ucluelet at Coastal Communities Services Hub, 500 Matterson DriveContact: Family Ties 250-726-2224 or call the Public Health Nurse at 250-725-4020Outreach worker available after each session, no appointment necessary. See below for details on special events & guests:

Ucluelet Family Ties is a Pregnancy & Post Natal outreach program of BC, open to parents in Ucluelet, Hitacu and area. Expectant and new parents (and experienced parents too!) can attend weekly drop-ins to hear up to date information, ask questions of the Public Health Nurse,

and meet other parents in an informal setting. Hear guest presenters on topics of nutrition, dental health, infant development and more; discuss parenting styles and skills with other parents; get vitamin supplements and food vouchers. Moms, dads, grandparents all welcome! Snacks are provided.

Family Ties is a source of information, support and referrals. The sooner you make contact with the program, the sooner we can offer whatever support is helpful for you and your family. Call Christine Clarke, outreach worker at 250 726-2224.

To book immunizations, call the Tofino office at 250 725-4020.

Tuesday, January 27thDENTAL HEALTH

Emily the Dental Hygenist will join us to talk about dental health from pre-natal indicators to preschool dental care.

Family Ties starts up again on January 6th, 2015. As of January, 2015, Margaret Morrison will be taking a 6-month leave from the Family Ties program and Christine Clarke will be

taking over in the interim.

WESTCOAST COMMUNITY RESOURCES SOCIETYwww.wccrs.ca or Facebook (Westcoast Community Resources Society)

Coastal Community Services Hub, 500 Matterson DrivePhone: (250) 726-2343

ONGOING PROGRAMSCommunity Lunch Lunch is on us! Every Thursday, from 12-2, at the HUB. Come by and have some delicious and nutritious soup, it’s a great place to meet new and interesting people-all for FREE!!! Everyone Welcome!Guys and Girls of the Wild Coast Another great youth program starting in October!Women’s Groups Continuing groups in Tofino and Ucluelet. Check out our Facebook page for updates and new groups starting all the time!Community Volunteer Tax Program Need help with your taxes? Have back taxes you would like to complete? Come see us, we can help with taxes for low income families or individuals.Weekly Meditation Session Every Wednesday at 7:30 - 8:00 am starting September 3rd, please join us for a weekly meditation session. FREE, everyone welcome, no experience needed. Location: Coastal COmmunity Services Hug, 500 Matterson Drive. Coffee & tea to follow.

WCRS is located at 500 Matterson Drive in Ucluelet and 564 Campbell Street in Tofino. For more information about who we are and what we do check out our website www.wccrs.ca or drop in!

WCRS provides phone fax and internet use to members of the public who need to access resources or community support. Our services are offered in Tofino weekly and surrounding communities can be served by appointment.

Ucluelet Community Resources Page

FREE WORKSHOPS FOR WOMEN

Expressive WritingTuesdays, January 20 - March 3, 2015 (7 weeks)Ucluelet HUB - Multi-purpose Room (500 Matterson Drive)7:00 - 9:00 pm

Women are invited to explore various forms of creative writing in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. As well as opportunities to experiment with Journal Writing, Memoir and Poetry. There will be time for each partipant to write in the way she prefers. Sharing writing will be encouraged, but not required.

Women’s Walking GroupWednesdays, February 4 - March 4, 2015 (5 weeks)Meet in foyer of Ucluelet Community Centre (500 Matterson Drive)1:00 - 2:30 pm (tea at 2pm-2:30pm)

Join us for a walk in preparation for the 5 km Walk/Run event we have planned for International Women’s Day (Sunday, March 8). We will walk rain or shine, unless the wind is blowing more than 40km/hour. Call us if you are unsure of the weather 250 726-2343.

CONTACT: Robin Tagles

Women’s CounsellorWestcoast Community Resources Society

PH. 250 726-2343

FREE FITNESS WEEKDate: January 19th - 24thLocation: Ucluelet Community Centre

Ucluelet Parks & Rec invites you to attend FREE fitness and yoga programs all week long! FREE: All Yoga Classes, Dance Fit 55+,

Latin Fury Cardio & Line Dancing!

If you have an event that you would like featured in our Community Events

calendar or on our website, please email

[email protected]

MISSOULA THEATREDate: February 2nd - 7th Location: Ucluelet Community Ctr

Missoula Children’s Theatre performs Rapunzel!Auditions on Feb. 2nd for kids K-12.

Rehearsals take place all week after school. Performance on Sat. Feb. 7th 3pm & 7pm at UCC

www.pacificrimarts.ca

CHOWDER CHOW DOWNDate: Sunday, March 22ndTime: 11:30 am - 2:00 pmLocation: UCC Main Hall

A Pacific Rim Whale Festival signature event celebrating the great tradition of delicious

seafood chowder on the coast!

EARTH dayDate: Wednesday, April 22nd

Celebrate sustainability in Ucluelet!More info to come...

MOTHER’S DAYDate: Weekend of May 9-10

Be on the look-out for the Mother’s Day Plant Sale on Saturday 9th and a special event for

mums at Ucluelet Community Centre!

GLEE PERFORMANCEDate: May 23rd & 24th Time: Sat eve, Sun matinee Location: UCC Main Hall

The Glee Performing Arts Club celebrates their third season with their annual spring recital!

family literacy weekDate: January 24 - 31

We are excited to celebrate Family Literacy Week by hosting local celebrity

authors for storytelling and a book swap! More details to come.

Date: March 14th - 22nd

Celebrating our 29th year! We hope you can be a part of the inspiration, education, and entertainment by

celebrating our coastal traditions, unique environment, and the spring return of the grey whale.

www.pacificrimwhalefestival.com

pACific rIM wHALE fESTIVAL

COMMUNITY EVENTS

ADULT FITNESS CALENDAR (JAN-MAR)MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

CHI GONG10:30 - 11:30 am

UCC Fitness Studio$2 drop-in

Jan Draeseke

ALIGNMENT FLOW YOGA9:00 - 10:30 am

UCC Fitness Studio$12 or punch cardsFlickerine Stevens

MEDITATION7:30 - 8:00 am

HUB Multipurpose RmFREE (WCRS)

coffee & tea to follow

ALIGNMENT FLOW YOGA9:00 - 10:30 am


WOMEN’S CIRCLE OF LAUGHTER

10:30 - 11:30 amUCC Fitness Studio

$2 drop-inLorna Watson

LATIN FURY CARDIO9:00 - 10:00 am

UCC Fitness Studio$12 or punch cards

Lyvi Rivera

BADMINTON7:00 - 9:00 pm

USS gym$2 drop-in

AGELESS YOGA3:30 - 4:30 pm


WOMEN’S CIRCLE OF LAUGHTER

10:30 - 11:30 amUCC Fitness Studio

$2 drop-inLorna Watson

CHI GONG10:30 - 11:30 am


Jan Draeseke

DANCE FIT 55+11:00 - noon


Sarah Hogan

TAI CHI PRACTICE6:00 - 6:45 pmUCC Main Hall

$2 drop-in*Tai Chi skill set required

LATIN FURY CARDIO6:00 - 7:00 pm

UCC Fitness Studio$12 or punch cards

Lyvi Rivera

ALIGNMENT FLOW YOGA6:30 - 8:00 pm


FLOOR CURLING1:00 - 2:30 PMUCC Main Hall

$2 drop-in

INDOOR SOCCER7:00 - 9:00 pm

USS Gym$2 drop-in

YIN YOGA (RESTORE)7:30 - 8:30 pm


SKATE DANCE7:00 - 8:30 pm

Seaplane Base Rec Hall$5 drop-in

BEGINS JAN 14

LINE DANCING6:00 - 7:00 pmUCC Main Hall

Pre-registration ONLYBEGINS JAN 15

BASKETBALL8:00 - 10:00 pm

USS Gym$2 drop-in

mixed league

VOLLEYBALL7:00 - 9:00 pm

USS gym$2 drop-in

TAI CHI PRACTICE7:00 - 7:45 pmUCC Main Hall

$2 drop-in*Tai Chi skill set required

BADMINTON8:00 - 10:00 pm

USS gym$2 drop-in

Free Fitness Week!JANUARY 19-24

Select drop-in classes will be offered FREE OF CHARGECheck us out on Facebook (Ucluelet Parks & Recreation)

for a full list of FREE Classes!

Classes begin the week of January 5thunless otherwise indicated on calendar

New!

REGISTRATION INFOONLINE: www.ucluelet.ca

CALL: 250 726-7772 IN PERSON: Ucluelet Community Centre

500 Matterson Drive

Documents

Ucluelet Parks & Rec Winter Program Guide