community guide - spring 2010

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CENTREWELLINGTON

REGISTRATION

BEGINS

MARCH

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ACTIVITIES FORYOUTH | ADULTS | SENIORS

Bring you camera, and take a photo along the way and yours may be chosen for thecover of the C.W. Community Guide - Spring, Summer, Fall & Winter, or the new

version of the Elora Cataract Trailway Brochure Map

Please submit your high resolution digital images along with contactinformation to [email protected]

Or for more information, please phone 519-843-2800.

If your photo is selected, you will be required to complete a written waiver.

ALL HIKES WILL BEGIN AT THE GERRIE ROAD ENTRANCE, RAIN OR SHINE. MAPS WILL BE AVAILABLE.

HIKE the trail! ELORA CATARACTTRAILWAY

Series 2010An invitation to join a series of casual hikes on the

beautiful Elora Cataract Trailway ...

Centre Wellington’s Hidden Gem.Sunday MAY 2nd, 10 am start - Signs of Spring ... Birds & Buds

Sunday JUNE 6th, 10 am start - Lilacs and Blossoms

Sunday JULY 11th, 9 pm start - Flight of the Fireflies

Evening hike - please remember to bring your flash light!

Sunday AUGUST 8th, 10 am start - Butterflies and Asters

Sunday SEPTEMBER 12th, 10 am start - Apples & Berries

Sunday OCTOBER 3rd, 10 am start - Cornstalks & Goblins

Sunday NOVEMBER 7th, 10 am start - Poppies & Memories

Sunday DECEMBER 5th, 10 am start - Jingle Bell Hike

Mark your calendar & enter your name

for a fabulous prize!Enter your name at each hike to increase your chances ...

Draw held December 5th.

Explore the Elora Cataract Trailway today,and be Active everyday ... for your Health

www.trailway.org

www.centrewellington.ca

COMMUNITYCommunity Contact List 4Centre Wellington Events 5 - 6Fergus Grand Theatre 10 - 11Elora Centre for the Arts 12 - 14

FITNESSFitness Classes 18Weight Room 19

AQUATICSRegister Online 21How to register 22Registration Form 23General Pool Information 24Pool Swim Schedule 25Pool Aquafit Schedule 26Admission Prices 27Red Cross Program Structure 27Lesson Descriptions (preschool) 28Swimming Lesson Schedule 30Specialty Programs 32Advanced Leadership 33

ADULT 55 PLUSVictoria Park Seniors Centre Programs 42


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Community Contact ListHELPAmbulance (Admin.) 843-5909Animal Control, Jo Alans 843-7734Blue Cross 1-800-873-2583Centre Wellington Hydro 843-2900Centre Well. Township Office 846-9691Crime Stoppers 1-800-222-8477Distress Centre Well/Dufferin 1-888-821-3760Fire - Administration 843-1950Fire - Public Safety Officer 843-1950Groves Hospital Volunteer Assoc. 843-2010Groves Memorial Hospital 843-2010Health Unit, Well/Duff/Guelph 846-2715Highway Info (Winter) 1-800-265-5407Hydro Emergency in Fergus & Elora 827-8588or827-8589Kid's Help Line 1-800-668-6868OPP - 24 hrs 1-800-310-1122OPP - Admin 856-1506Poison Information 1-800-268-9017Rural Womens Support Programme 843-6834Sewer Emergency 1-888-886-9281St. John Ambulance, Les Morrison 846-8704The Door Youth Centre 787-0925

GENERAL INFORMATIONB.I.A Office, Elora 846-2563B.I.A Office, Fergus 787-1384Centre for Environmental Excellence 846-8396C.W. Comm. Sportsplex - Fergus 843-2800Chamber of Commerce, Elora 846-9841Chamber of Commerce, Fergus 843-5140Elora Community Centre 843-2800Post Office, Elora 846-5681Post Office, Fergus 843-1730Wellington Cty. Library, Elora Branch 846-0190Wellington Cty. Library, Fergus Branch 843-1180Wellington Cty. Library, Aboyne Branch 846-0918

ARTS & CULTUREC.W. Childrens Drama, Sara Dunbar 843-5007C.W. Singers, Suzanne Bielmann 837-1994C.W. Youth Band, Brent Rowan 823-8893Elora Arts Council, Riki Weiland 846-8906Elora Cataract Trail, Raymond Soucy 843-7703Elora Centre for the Arts 846-9698Elora Community Theatre, Liz Pieper 787-2263Elora Festival 846-0331Elora Festival Singers 846-0331Elora & Salem Horticulture, C. LaCroix 843-3131Elora Writers Festival, Shirley Smith 846-0235Fergus Brass Band, Dale Campbell 830-3349Fall Fair Board, Andrew Taylor 843-3614Fergus Grand Theatre 787-1981Fergus Horticultural, Helen Lacroix 843-3131Fergus Pipe Band, Cindy Lindsay 843-3656Fergus Scottish Festival 787-0099Fergus Truck Show 843-3412Grand Celtic Pipe Band, C. MacDonald 787-0191Grinder Productions, Eric Goudie 780-7593Kindermusik 843-3517Music for Young Children 843-3517Neighbour Woods, Toni Ellis 846-0841

Not so Grand Players, Judy Faires 787-0346On the Spot Productions, Paul Faires 787-0346Performance Studios 843-3517Puppets Elora, Annerose Schmidt 846-8123Village Idot Productions 846-9336Vision Theatre Productions 787-2324Volunteer Centre of Guelph Wellington 822-0912Wellington Cty. Museum & Archives 846-0916Wellington Waterloo Playhouse, A. Argue 787-7441

CLUBS & LODGESBeavers, Belwood, Mary Anne 843-6551Beavers, Elora, Debbie Savage 846-0656Beavers, Fergus, Grant Townsend 843-3383Belwood Hall (for bookings) 843-2800Belwood Lions Club, Gerry Ellen 843-2990Bridge Club, Don McNiven 843-1361Brownies, Sparks,Fergus, M. Skerritt 846-0328Brownies, Sparks, Elora, Cathy Bruder 763-2199Centre Wellington Rotary, Rick Roberts 846-5694Centre Well. Women's Events Comm 843-6834Cubs, Elora, Debbie Savage 846-0656Cubs, Scouts, Belwood, MaryAnne 843-6551Elora Lions Club, Tom Waind 846-2319Fergus & District Kinsmen, Bruce Lloyd 843-4852Fergus Lioness, Darlene Heffernan 837-6297Fergus Lions Club, Noel Duignan 843-6299First Fergus Scouting, Grant Townsend 843-3383G.R.C.A., Belwood, Derek Strub 843-2979G.R.C.A., Elora, Dan Morden 846-9742Guides, Pthfinders, Elora, Cathy Bruder 763-2199Guides, Pthfinders, Fergus, M. Skerritt 846-0328IODE, Shelagh McRae 843-3174Masonic Lodge, Elora, Chris Brown 787-0554Masonic Lodge, Fergus, Mike Blazek 843-7685Mercer Masonic Lodge, David Chance 843-4224Optimist Club of C.W. Fergus, G. Bailey 843-2554Optimist Club, Elora, Shirley Giesel 846-9480Opti-Mrs., Rose Shaw 843-4192Order of Eastern Star, Muriel Brown 787-0554Probus Club, Fergus, Peter Brophy 823-1175Rebelah Lodge, Elora, Ann Warren 843-2247Rotary Club, Russ Spicer 843-1632Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 229 846-9611Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 275 843-2345Senior Transit, Richard Collins 843-2380Senior Transit, Bus Rental 843-1711The Door Youth Centre 787-0925Victoria Park Seniors Centre 787-1814Welcome Wagon, Patty Klein 843-7055Women's Institute, Doreen Ecclestone 843-1998

SUPPORT SERVICESBig Brothers & Big Sister of Centre Well 787-0106Block Parents, Elora - call OPPBlock Parents, Fergus - call OPPCancer Society, David Mitchell 843-8839Centre Wellington Food Bank 787-1401Community Resource Centre of N&Cwell 843-7000Community Mental Health 843-6191Continuing Education 836-7280Family & Children Services 824-2410

Meals on Wheels 1-800-506-6353

DANCE INSTRUCTIONClickin Country Cloggers, S. Patterson 823-5625Elora Grand Squares 843-3260Fergus/Elora Dance 846-6666DD Ballroom Dance Group, D. Dube 846-8806Grand River Dance Academy 843-5040MacDonald School of Scottish Arts 846-5854Scottish Country Dancing 843-3565Square Dancing, Valerie Kampf 843-3260

SPORTS & LEISUREBadminton Club, Ross Langlands 843-3246Ball Hockey, Cary Valedis 846-2983Baton Club - Superstars, Krista DiStasi 994-0639Basketball CW Celtics, Spencer Linwood 820-9971Beach Volleyball, Tom Woods 787-1945Belwood Sailing Club, Margaret Hull 821-9972Break Away Sports, Julie Katerberg 846-9013C.W. Special Olympics, Ron Heiple 843-5197Cheerleading Bears, Cyndi or Kimberly 827-6811Curling Club, Elora 846-0440Curling Club, Fergus 843-2641Cycling Club, Nick Bachinski 787-0441Fergus Model Flyers, Don Martin 843-3153Football, Chris Brown 787-0554Friends of the Grand, Larry MacGratton 843-3102Grand River Girls Hockey, Barry McKerracher 843-6218Gymnastics Club, Ross Langlands 843-3246In-door Soccer, Evelyn Henderson 843-6833In-Line Hockey, Colleen DeBoer 846-8114Kayak Club, Wayne Donison 400-0858Lacrosse, Old-timers, Gerald Benham 846-8225Men's Slow Pitch, Elora, Mark Haladyn 846-5086Men's Three Pitch, Elora, Ashley Woods 787-1888Men's Three Pitch, Fergus, P. Wallace 843-5047Men's Three Pitch, Fergus, D.Parkinson 846-5699Mill Ridge Pony Club 787-0664Minor HardBall, Elora& Fergus, Gerry Hill 846-8911Minor Hockey , C.W., Mike Von Massow 846-8610Minor Lacrosse, C.W., Stephanie Klages 843-5279Minor Ball, Alma, Robert Held 848-5599Minor Ball, Belwood, Carolyn Lubberts 843-7113Minor Softball, Fergus, Jeanne Dalton 843-4672Minor Softball, Ponsonby, Pat Kurtz 836-8466Ponsonby Rec. Club, Shirley Obergan 846-8113Racquets Club 846-9910Ringette, Jeff Snyder 787-3814Rugby Club, Darren Landoni 787-8742Skating Club, Fergus, Monique Kortenaar 823-7785Skating Club,Elora, Lee Croll 843-8388Snowmobile Club Inc, Leslie O'Reilly 836-4095Soccer, F.E.D.S 843-3360Sychronized Skating, Barb Smith 843-6655Swim Team, Cathy Pollock 846-8010Taoist Tai Chi, Lorraine Harris 843-5554Tennis Club, 787-7003Three Pitch, Elora,Tracee Fletcher 787-1170Women's Industrial Ball, Laurie Brohman 824-2675


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Centre Wellington EventsDATE EVENT LOCATION INFO

MARCH6 Mar Free Public Swim to the 1st 40 kids, sponsored by Newdon Industries C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-28006 Mar What every Babysitter should know Course St. John Ambulance 519-846-87048 Mar Spring Registration Day for swimming lessons & Seniors programs Sportsplex/Sr. Centre 519-843-28009 Mar Minor Sports Leisure Night - sign up C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-28009 - 10 Mar CWDHS-CWOSSA Hockey Tournament C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-280011 Mar Minor Sports Leisure Night - sign up Elora Community Centre 519-843-280011 Mar - 11Apr “New Works” by Jenn Norton & Scott McGovern Elora Centre for the Arts 519-846-969815 - 19 Mar March Break Madness Day Camp C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-280015 - 19 Mar March Break Activities Elora Centre for the Arts 519-846-969815 - 19 Mar March Break - Drop in Activities Wellington County Museum 519-846-091616 Mar Centre Wellington Blood Donor Clinic C.W. Community Sportsplex 888-236-628317 Mar Fergus Hort. Society “Issues Affecting Native Plants” J. Dougan, 7:30pm Victoria Park Sr. Centre 519-843-313121 Mar CW Minor Hockey Tyke Tournament CW Sportsplex/ECC 519-843-280024 Mar Elora & Salem Hort. Society “Bruce MacNeil - Healthy Lawn Care” Heritage River 519-843-313125 - 28 Mar “And Then There Were None” - Vision Theatre Productions Fergus Grand Theatre 519-787-198126 - 27 Mar Elora Skating Club Carnival Elora Community Centre 519-843-280026 - 27 Mar Emergency Level First Aid Level A CPR Course St. John Ambulance 519-846-870426 - 28 Mar Standard Level First Aid & Level C CPR course St. John Ambulance 519-846-870427 Mar Ducks Unlimited Dinner & Auction C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-343127 - 29 Mar Elora Fergus Ringette Western Regional’s C.W. Sportsplex/ECC 519-843-280028 Mar Fergus Skating Club Showtime C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-2800

APRIL1 Apr Heritage Cultural Landscapes Elora Centre for the Arts 519-846-96982 Apr Good Friday - All C.W. Township Buildings Closed3 Apr Free Public Swim to the 1st 40 kids, sponsored by Newdon Industries C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-28003 Apr What every Babysitter should know Course St. John Ambulance 519-846-87043 Apr C.W. Preschool Annual Easter Egg Hunt 10am-12pm Wellington County Museum 519-400-29655 Apr Easter Monday - Holiday Hours at the Aquatic Centre C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-28006 Apr Centre Wellington Blood Donor Clinic C.W. Community Sportsplex 888-236-62837 Apr Centre Wellington Blood Donor Clinic Elora Community Centre 888-236-62839 Apr Elora Fergus Ringette Banquet C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-280010 Apr Upper Grand Longbeards Dinner & Auction C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-787-173215 - 25 Apr Youth Explosion Group Show Elora Centre for the Arts 519-846-969815 Apr Wordfest Spring 2010, 7-10pm Elora Centre for the Arts 519-846-969817, 18 Apr Elora Antique Show & Sale Elora Community Centre 519-843-280021 Apr Fergus Hort. Society “Photography in your Garden” S. Galbraith; 7:30pm Victory Park Sr. Centre 519-843-313122 Apr C.W. Chamber of Commerce “Awards of Excellence” C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-514023, 24 Apr Emergency Level First Aid Level A CPR Course St. John Ambulance 519-846-870423 - 25 Apr Standard Level Firt Aid Level C CPR Course St. John Ambulance 519-846-870423 - 25 Apr Guelph Kennel Club - Dog Show C.W. Community Sportsplex 416-759-859325 Apr Elora & Salem Hort. Society “Tree Planting Day” (call Ian Rankine) Various Locations 519-846-008524 Apr - 13 June Threadworks 2010 Wellington County Museum 519-846-091628 Apr Elora & Salem Hort. Society “Donna Zarundy - Out of Sun & In Shade” Heritage River 519-843-3131


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MAY1 May Free Public Swim to the 1st 40 kids, sponsored by Newdon Industries C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-28001 May What every Babysitter should know Course St. John Ambulance 519-846-87042 May Hike the Trail Series “Signs of Spring” (Gerrie Road Entrance) Elora Cataract Trailway 519-843-28002 May O.M.E.G.A. Minature Show & Sale C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-822-14365 - 7 May Fergus Lions Club Annual Home & Leisure Show C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-28006 - 8 May Artcetera - A Fundraising Auction Elora Centre for the Arts 519-846-96987 May Fergus Lions Club - Fish Fry Dinner C.W. Community Sportsplex7 - 15 May “I Take this Man” Elora Community Theatre Fergus Grand Theatre 519-787-198115 May Elora & Salem Hort. Society “Annual Plant Sale” 8am Salem Schoolhouse 519-843-313115 May Fergus Horticultural Society Annual Plant Sale - Stone House C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-313118 May Centre Wellington Blood Donor Clinic C.W. Community Sportsplex 888-236-628319 May Fergus Hort. Society - “What’s new - Plant Debut” & mini show; 7:30pm Victoria Park Sr. Centre 519-843-313122 May Elora United Church Fish Fry Dinner Elora Community Centre 519-846-012228, 29 May Emergency Level First Aid Level A CPR Course St. John Ambulance 519-846-870428 - 30 May Standard Level First Aid and Level C CPR Course St. John Ambulance 519-846-870429 May Victoria Day Fireworks Display presented by the Elora Lions Club Grand River Raceway

JUNE2 Jun Centre Wellington Blood Donor Clinic Elora Community Centre 888-236-62835 Jun Free Public Swim to the 1st 40 kids, sponsored by Newdon Industries C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-28005, 6 Jun Ultimate Frisbee Competition C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-28005 Jun What every Babysitter should know Course St. John Ambulance 519-846-87046 Jun Hike the Trail Series “Lilacs & Blossoms” (Gerrie Road Entrance) Elora Cataract Trailway 519-843-280015 Jun Centre Wellington Blood Donor Clinic Elora Community Centre 888-236-628316 Jun Fergus Hort. Society “Milkweed & Monarchs” - Brenda & John Bequlieu Victoria Park Sr. Centre 519-843-313118, 19 Jun Emergency Level First Aid Level A CPR Course St. John Ambulance 519-846-870418 - 20 Jun Standard Level First Aid & Level C CPR Course St. John Ambulance 519-846-870420 Jun Fergus Hort. Society - Annual Garden Tour Various Locations 519-843-313126 Jun Doors Open Centre Wellington

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GENERAL INFORMATIONThe Fergus Grand Theatre is located at 244 St.Andrew Street West. It is owned by the Townshipof Centre Wellington and is operated underParks and Recreation. For rental inquiry andevent information, please visit our web-site fergusgrandtheatre.ca or contact the TheatreCoordinator, Alan Argue at (519) 787-1981.

BOX OFFICEThe Fergus Grand Theatre box office operates an on-line ticket sales service for the majority of user groups staging events at the facility.

Purchases may be made by Visa or Mastercard.

The walk-in box office is open to the public Monday through Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.Purchases may be made by Visa, Mastercard, Debit, cheque or cash. Telephone orders may beplaced at (519) 787-1981.

VOLUNTEERSThe Fergus Grand Theatre Volunteers are a growing group of enthusiastic people who participate in a wide variety of activities at the theatre. They staff front of house, concessionand box office during events being staged at the theatre and assist in providing extended boxoffice hours one hour before all events. They provide work crews for clean-up, redecoratingand seat maintenance. As well, they assist in efforts to enhance the quality of services to bothuser groups and patrons attending the Fergus Grand Theatre. They are central to the theatre'sgrowing success story..

COMING EVENTS AT THE THEATREProducer: Vision Theatre ProductionsDirector: Jennifer JensenDates: March 25, 26, 27 at 8:00 pm.

March 28 at 2:00 p.m

This Agatha Christie popular whodunit is the next in Vision Theatre’s popular annualmystery event. The play is based on Christie's best-selling novel with 100 million salesto date, making it the world's best-selling mystery and the seventh most popular bookin all time. Several people, who previously committed murder but escaped due to technicalities, are tricked into coming onto an island. Even though the guests are theonly people on the island, they are all mysteriously murdered in the manner of thenursery rhyme ‘one by one’. Tickets are available on line at www.fergusgrandtheatre.ca

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The Centre Wellington Children’s Drama Club return to the Fergus Grand Theatre in April for their two annual presentations.The Monday night groups will be on stage Saturday April 17with matinee and evening performances. The Tuesday nightgroup will follow the next weekend on Saturday April 24 alsowith a matinee and evening show. Tickets are available on lineat www.fergusgrandtheatre.ca

COMING EVENTS AT THE THEATRE

CENTRE WELLINGTON

CHILDREN’SDRAMA CLUB

Director: Michelle KreitzerDates: May 7, 8, 13, 14 & 15 at 8:00 p.m.

May 9 at 2:00 p.m.When lovely young Gideon Hollis a.k.a. Giddy spots an unconscious man in a tanktop and shorts lying in Copley Square just after all other Boston Marathon racers havecrossed the finish line, she reasons that since nice guys finish last, this must be Mr.Right! She has a helpful policeman tote him to her nearby apartment, shocking herroommate whose fiancé is due for a dinner date. When the comatose dreamboat revives and cannot remember who he is, Giddy tells him they are married and regretsher subterfuge when he tries to be a loving husband. Complications escalate at a furious pace in this outrageous concoction of wild, warm, and lightning paced hilaritythat is perfect for the entire family. Tickets and further information available at thetheatre 519-787-1981 as well as on line at www.fergusgrandtheatre.ca.

I TAKE THIS MAN Jack Sharkey

Producer: Ralph Basset AssociatesDates: May 28 & 29

Ralph Basset Associates will present another Wingfield classic written by Dan Needlesand starring Rod Beattie. Once again the residents of Larkspur grab a good seat andtake bets on what Walt will do next. On the subject of seats, any of the Wingfield showsmove very quickly so the word is “book your tickets early to avoid disappointment.”Tickets are reserved and can be ordered at Ralph Basset Associates, call 519-843-4852.

WINGFIELD’S

INFERNOby Dan Needles

CW Children’s Drama ClubFor further information about CWCDC you can contact David Oates: 519-787-2288.

Elora Community TheatreFor membership information you can contact Liz Pieper at 519-787-2263.

On The Spot ProductionsFor audition information you can contact Paul Faires at 519-787-0346.

Not So Grand PlayersFor audition information you can contact Terry Wilson at 519-846-5115

Vision Theatre ProductionsFor information about being involved with this production company contact Fred Morris at 519-787-2324.

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March 15 - 19, 2010

Fee: $103.00 per child - $21.50 per child day


March BreakSkatingElora Community CentreMonday, March 15 to Friday March 19thFree Public Skating 2:00 - 3:00pmSponsored by Elora Optimist

C.W. Community SportsplexSaturday, March 13 &Sunday March 14thSaturday March 20 &Sunday March 21stFree Public Skating 1:30 - 2:30pmSponsored by Optimist Club of Fergus

Free public

skating spon

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by the Optimist

Clubs of Elora

and Fergus


This series of one-week camps is designed and placedaround various themes each week for ages 5-10 years.

Activities include plenty of outdoor fun, active games, arts &crafts & swimming! Our staff ratio is 1:8. All staff have First Aid,

CPR and have attended leadership training.

Camp offered at the C.W. Community Sportsplex. For more information call (519) 843-2800 or visit our website at


Week 1: Week 2: Week 3:

July 5 - 9July 12 - 16July 19 - 23

*Week 4:Week 5:Week 6:Week 7:

Aug 3 - 6Aug. 9 - 13Aug. 16 - 20Aug. 23 - 27

5 day camp $125.00 *4 day camp $100.00

LEADER-IN-TRAINING PROGRAM

Interested in becoming a future day camp leader or possibly a lifeguard?

Apply today for an L.I.T. position.Day Camp QualificationsMust be at least 13 years of age as of June 1, 2010

Pool QualificationsMust be 14 years of age as of June 1, 2010and have completed Bronze Medallion

Applications are available at the C.W. Sportsplex, candidates willbe required to attend an interview. This is a volunteer position and canbe used towards your high school volunteer hours. If you have anyquestions, please call 519-843-2800.Deadline to apply: May 28, 2010

Hours: 9:00am - 4:00pm


Wendy ArmstrongCertified Personal Trainer,

Pilates Instructor,Fitness Instructor

• Individual Program Design• Nutrition/Weight Management• Core Conditioning• Rehab, Injury Prevention• Cardiovascular, Strength,

Endurance, Flexibility Training• Sports Conditioning• Private and Semi-Private

Training• Group Classes• In-home and Gym Training

Spring Outdoor Bootcamp

COMING SOON

cell: 519-994-0-Fit(0348)

phone: 519-843-3018

[email protected]

FOR BETTER BALANCE IN HEALTH, WORK AND LIFE!

NEW PILATES SESSIONS BEGIN MARCH 24 & APRIL 19

Morning & Evening Classes available at 2 locations

Please call for more information:

REGISTER NOW!Class schedule subject to change based on registration.

Beginner Mon. 6:30pm; Wed. 6:30pm

Beyond Beginner Mon. 7:30pm; Wed. 7:30pm

Mixed Levels Tues. 10:00am; Thurs. 7:30pm

Intermediate/Advanced Tues. 7:30pm

Fergus Horticultural Society’s

Garden Tour 2010Sunday, June 20, 2010 12:30pm until 4:30pm

This self-guided tour of five lovely propertieswill take place rain or shine. In lieu of an

admission fee, we will be accepting donationfor the Centre Wellington Food Bank.

Pick up a garden tour brochure and map at:Little Tree Horticultural Ltd. Hwy 6 N, Fergus

Cedar Spring Nursery, 352 South River Rd., EloraFergus Information Centre, 400 Tower St. S Fergus

or download one online at:www.gardenontario.org

(Type in http://gardenontario.org/site.php/fergushs or navigate to the Fergus site fromthe main site by selecting “societies” and

following the links.)

For further information, call Cheryl at

(519) 843-4443

ELORA CO-OP PRE SCHOOL

All programs are geared to the specific developmental needs of your preschool child, combining learning and structured play in a nurturing environment.

Tel. 519-846-5092 www.elorapreschool.ca

18 months - 5 yearsClasses for ChildrenMorning or Afternoon Programs

County of Wellington Childcare Services 2008 Award of Excellence.


SCHEDULE OF CLASSESDay Class Time InstructorMonday Step & Strength 9:15 - 10:00am Wendy ArmstrongMonday Body Blast 5:10 - 5:50pm Wendy Armstrong

Tuesday Boxing 9:15 - 10:00am Wendy ArmstrongTuesday Pilates* (Mixed Levels) 10:00 - 11:00am Wendy ArmstrongTuesday Step & Strength 6:30 - 7:15pm Heather MerryTuesday Pilates* (Intermediate) 7:30 - 8:30pm Wendy Armstrong

Wednesday Early Bird Progressive Circuit 6:30 - 7:30am Heather EnnisWednesday Body Blast 9:15 - 10:00am Wendy ArmstrongWednesday Circuit Training (Weight Room) 7:00 - 8:00pm Michelle Paczay

Thursday NRG Circuit 9:15 - 10:00am Wendy ArmstrongThursday Cardio Pump 6:30 - 7:15pm Melaine ChipmanThursday Pilates* (Intermediate) 7:30 - 8:30pm Wendy Armstrong

Friday Resolution Strength & Stretch 9:15 - 10:00am Wendy Armstrong

Sunday Circuit Training (Weight Room) 9:00 - 10:00am Michelle Paczay

DESCRIPTION OF CLASSES

Option 1: 10 tickets for $53.00, can be used for any class (excluding Pilates & Early Bird Circuit).Option 2: Three-month fitness membership for $115.50 - unlimited fitness classes (excluding Pilates & Early Bird Circuit).Option 3: Six-month fitness membership for $207.00 - unlimited fitness classes (excluding Pilates & Early Bird Circuit).Option 4: One-year fitness membership for $284.00 - unlimited fitness classes (excluding Pilates & Early Bird Circuit).Option 5: We also have a drop in rate of $6.00 per class (excluding Pilates & Early Bird Circuit).

Knock Out: Intervals of shadow boxing, jumping rope, spinning and core conditioning. Be prepared to sweat!

Body Blast: A group resistance training class utilizingbands, dumbbells, bodybars, steps, balls & bodyweight.

Step & Strength: Intervals of stepping and muscle conditioning make for a great overall workout.

Cardio Pump Two minute intervals... cardio then strength.

Resolution Strength & Stretch: Work with the stabilityball and weights and finish the week with a longer stretch.

Circuit Training (Weight Room): A fast-paced, intenseworkout involving rapid transition from station to stationon strength training equipment. Prior experience an asset.

Intermediate to advance class.NRG Circuit (Aerobics Room): An energizing classwhere individuals move through cardio, strength and bal-ance stations. NEW TO THIS CLASS - SPINNING BIKES.

Pilates: Register by contacting Wendy Armstrong (519)843-3018 or email [email protected] Session begins Mar. 24 and Apr. 19Monday/Wednesday also available

Early Bird Progressive Circuit (Beginner to Advance):Condenses hours of training into 60 minutes of intenseconditioning. Weights, steps, bikes, ladders and more to improve your cardiovascular system. Balance, agility & flexibility also addressed. To register contact Heather Ennis(519) 846-5945 or [email protected]


WE OFFER:

(refundable)

Large weight room facility

Sun - Fri: 6:00am - 10:30pm Sat: 6:00am - 9:00pm

ADULTS FEES SENIOR & STUDENTS55+ 16+

1 month .............. $38.503 months ............ $115.506 months ............ $207.001 year ................. $284.00

1 month .............. $32.253 months ............ $96.756 months ............ $172.501 year ................. $236.50

A minimum $15 or 15% administration fee will apply to all cancellations.

New Members: One month trial only $26.00 (inc gst)

Available


CLASSIC YOGA PLUS MINDFULNESSThis is Yoga for everyone - a full program of classic yoga postures that you can do at your individual level of skilland intensity to improve your overall fitness, flexibility and well being. Your class finishes with Mindfulness meditation,designed to enrich your life and help with stress and depression. TUESDAY 6:30-8PM / FRIDAY 9-10:30AM

COMPLETE FITNESS YOGAGet fit! This total workout combines aerobic moves from Kundalini yoga, the deep stretching and strengthening ofPower yoga, Yoga Core/Pilates cross training for abdominal toning, plus some Shakti dance fun. Build strength,flexibility and endurance. Re-energize! THURSDAY 6:30-8PM

GENTLE and RESTORATIVE YOGABasic level yoga at a quiet pace. Renew vital energy and release tension with nurturing, gentle stretches and special restorative postures that soothe body and soul. It’s accessible, easy paced yoga and guided meditationthat promote better health and relief from stress. THURSDAY 9-10:30AM

Beginners are always welcome.9 Classes - $99 / 6 Classes - $72 / Drop in - $13 at Melville United Church, Fergus

MORE INFO: http://www.sharonburke.ca or call Sharon at 519-787-2311Sharon Burke MA, Yoga Master – has over 20 Years teaching experience.

STARTS APRIL 13 – 2010

Get in Shape for Spring with Sharon Burke’s

YOGA

With HEATHER ENNIS,Certified Personal Trainer (over 15 years experience)

Aqua Rehab & Arthritis Specialist, Pilates Mat &

Movement Specialist.

Personal Fitness Consulting; Post Rehab Programs;Injury prevention programs; Water Therapy Programs;Core Conditioning Programs; Sport Specific Programs

Offering: Spring Pilates Classes in EloraTues | Thurs AM & Thurs PM

Beginner, Intermediate & Advance Levels

Early Bird Progressive Circuit ClassBeginner to Advance, Wed. 6:30am - Sportsplex, Fergus

Living Fit Helps:• Osteoporosis • Arthritis • Diabetes

• And many other medical conditions • For better living* Gift Certificates Available *

IN HOME, GYM, POOLPERSONAL FITNESS TRAINING

(519) 846-5945 Email: [email protected]


Relax, Register Online!www.centrewellington.ca/programABLE

GETTING STARTED:Step 1:To get started, one adult member of the family must request a private online account.It’s easy, just follow these step-by-step instructions.1. Go to www.centrewellington.ca/programABLE2. Click on the My Account tab.

If you don’t have an account, click on Create New Account.3. Enter your account information, including your email address

(You will receive your account activation information by email)4. Hit the “Submit” button

Your request may take up to 48 hours to process. Once your online account is active,you can add family members ad view your account details. If you already have an account,call 519-843-2800 and ask for your account Number and PIN. You are ready to go!

Step 2: From the same website, you can then register for any activity. It’s easy, simply;1. Search the current activities.2. Click on any activity name and hit “Add to my cart”3. Login with your Login ID and Password4. Select the family member(s) who will participate in the activity and

answer any questions or add comments5. Click on Check Out to submit payment information.6. Hit “Continue” twice to confirm your order 7. Click “Ok” on the security notice, complete your credit card payment

(MasterCard or Visa), and hit “Continue” (note: you can print your receipt)That’s it, you’re registered!

Registration Starts

March 8th!

PHYSIOTHERAPY

What we’re all about.Eramosa Physiotherapy Associates (EPA) has a strong

reputation in evidence-based physiotherapy especially

in the areas of shoulder and low back pain for people

of all ages. Through continuing research and program

development EPA is trained in other areas such as

women’s health, osteoarthritic and post surgical

rehabilitation as well as other muscular pain and

sports injuries.

Our locations: Acton, Elora, Guelph (Health and Performance Centre), Guelph (Bullfrog Mall), Cambridge, Georgetown, Orangeville

Visit our NEW Elora Location!

At the corner of Wellington County Road 7 and 21. Call us for an appointment 519-846-9919

www.eramosaphysio.com

Need a Massage?

We now have a Registered

Massage Therapist on site!


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AquaticsSee pages 24-33 for Aquatic programs

How to Register - Registration begins March 8th

Adult/Senior ProgramsSee pages 42-54 for complete listing of programs for Adults/Seniors

• In Person •550 Belsyde Ave,

Fergus

Office HoursMon to Thurs.

8:30am - 9:00pmFri. 8:30am - 8:00pm

Sat. 11:30am - 4:00pmSun. 11:30am - 4:00pm

• By Fax •(519) 843-2565

Visa orMaster Card

Payments only

• By Mail •Township of CentreWellington Parks &Recreation Dept.

P.O Box 58Elora, Ont.N0B 1S0

• On Line •ProgramABLE

All you need is your family PIN Number, and Visa or

Master Card number.www.centrewellington.ca/programABLE

• In Person •150 Albert St. W.

Fergus

Office HoursMon to Fri.

9:00am - 4:00pm

• By Fax •(519) 843-2526

Visa orMaster Card

Payments only

• By Mail •Township of CentreWellington Parks &Recreation Dept.

P.O Box 58Elora, Ont.N0B 1S0

• On Line •ProgramABLE

All you need is your family PIN Number, and Visa or

Master Card number.www.centrewellington.ca/programABLE

For first time users, please contact Victoria

Park Sr. Centre to obtain your pin number.

Not registered before? Contact the community Sportsplex now to get your family set up on our registration program, 519-843-2800. This will speed up the process on the first day. It will also enable you to register using

programABLE on the internet. No Phone registration on Mar. 8th or 9th.

Registration PoliciesCompleting your registration Form:Please complete the form in its entirety. If your program identifies otherdays or times that may be alternatives for you, enter them as your second choices. This will avoid delays in processing if your first choice isfull. All registrations will be processed on a first come first serve basis.Registration that are dropped off in person, emailed orfaxed before registration starts will be processed at the endof the first day of registration.

Payment fees:We accept cheques, money orders, cash, debit, Visa or Master Card. Wehave calculated the GST (5%) and included it in our fees where applicable.There is a $45.00 fee for NSF cheques. Please note: Registrations andbookings will not be accepted on those accounts that have an outstandingbalance. No post dated cheques are accepted.

Program Cancellations:Register early to avoid disappointment. Delayed registration may resultin program cancellation. If your class is cancelled due to insufficient enrollment, you may transfer to another program, subject to availability,or receive a full refund.

Refunds:1. A full refund will be issued for all courses cancelled by the Township.

2. Request for refunds must be received 5 business days prior to program start date. A minimum $15.00 or 15% administrative fee is deducted from the refund.

3. No refunds will be issued if requests are made less then 5 business days prior to the course start date.

4. Pro-rated refunds will be issued for medical reasons only with a doctors certificate. (A minimum $20.00 or 15% administration fee will apply.)

5. Transfers will be accepted prior to the third class. No transfers will take place beyond the 3rd class of a session.

6. No refunds will be issued for senior’s bus trips, unless cancelled by us.

Disclaimer:Precautions have been taken to ensure correct information, however, if anerror occurs with pricing in this book, our registration system will be takenas the correct fee.


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PART B: PARTICIPANT Information - Can be used for more than 1 family member/If program is full applicant will be waitlistedBirth Date mm/dd/yr1. PARTICIPANT Last Name First Name

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hereby release the Centre Wellington Parks & Recreation Department from all damages arising from any accidents or injury which is caused by or arises from participation of the applicant hereon or during any program or in any facility where a program is being held.

Cheques payable to:Township of Centre Wellington

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New for the Spring:We’ve made some changes to our programs for the Spring session.These are some highlights. Please look through the aquatic section formore details.

● NEW AQUAFITWe have added some additional Aquafit classes● Monday 10:00-10:45 Deep Water● Monday & Friday a new pre registered Arthritis class has been added

from 12:00-12:45pm●Tues. evening an additional Arthritis Aquafit has been added from 7:45-8:30pm● Monday 11:15-12:00 a Diaperfit class has been added. The Thursday

class will no longer run

● Swimming lessons● A swim session running three times a week will take place from

March 23rd through April 8th.● Have a look in the lesson schedule for pre-school and private

swim lessons running during “school hours” through the week● Adapted Aquatics is now being offered between 5:00-6:00pm on Tues.

This change will allow us to use the main pool for these lessons when needed.● Stroke Correction Clinics will be offered between the Winter and Spring

sessions. These clinics will focus on specific strokes. Pre registration is required. Please see the “Additional Aquatic Programs” section for more details.

● Swim Changes● Lane Swims Monday through Friday from 11:45-1:00 will now end at 12:55pm.●Wednesday morning lane swim will be extended and run from 6:30-8:30am● Parent & Tot / Special needs swim on Wednesday and Thursday from

11:00-1:00 will now end at 12:55pm ● The Monday morning Adult Leisure Swim from 10:00-11:45 will no longer

run. There is still a lane swim at that time (the pool will be shared with aquafit classes)

General Pool Information: Did you know....?Private Rentals• A private pool rental is a great way to celebrate a birthday, or host a special event.Rental times are available Saturday and Sundays between 4:00pm-5:00pm. Call the Supervisor of Aquatic Services (519-843-2800)for more information.

Strollers• Due to their size, and the possibility of restricting change room exits, unattendedstrollers are to be left in the area by the pooloffice. We apologize for the inconvenience,however we need to ensure all exits are maintained free of obstructions in case of anevacuation is required.

Deck Supervisor• During swimming lessons there is a deck supervisor that oversees all the lessons. If youhave any questions or concerns regarding yourchild’s progress they are available to answeryour questions.

Spectators• Spectators are welcome to watch from thespectator gallery. Viewing lessons from thepool deck is not permitted.

Volunteer• Are you looking for an opportunity to volunteer? There are volunteer opportunitiesavailable in the Aquatic Centre. We prefer volunteers with some aquatic background(Bronze Cross or Assistant water safety instructors). If interested please call the Sportsplex, (519) 843-2800 and speak with theSupervisor of Aquatic Services.

Private Lessons• Private lessons run in the same 9 lesson format as all other lessons. If this doesn’t fityour schedule, we do offer “one time” privatelessons. For more information call the Supervisorof Aquatic Services, (519) 843-2800.

Gift Ideas• Looking for gift ideas? Why not purchaseswim tickets or passes for Aquatic programs?Inquire by phone (519) 843-2800.

Swim Lesson Progressions:• Did you know your child may repeat a level3 or 4 times before completing all of the requirements successfully? When registeringyour children please ensure you register themin the correct level. Swimming skills build fromone level to the next. If your child hasn’t completed a level, they will not have the skillsthey need for the next level.

Not sure what level to register in?Please call the Sportsplex (519) 843-2800 toarrange a time for a FREE SKILLS ASSESSMENTby one of our Aquatic Staff.

Missed Classes• If you miss a scheduled lesson we are unableto make them up.

Transfers• You can switch classes prior to the start ofthe third lesson if there is space available.

Cancelled Classes• Classes with low enrollment will be

cancelled approximately 1 week before programsstart. Register early to avoid disappointment.

Diapers•As a courtesy to all we request and requirethat all children who are not toilet trained wearspecially designed swimming diapers. TheAquatic Centre has both disposable andreusable swim diapers available at our administration desk.

Other Tips:If possible, please refrain from feeding your childa large meal prior to their swimming lesson.

Family LessonsDo you have difficulty coordinating all of yourchildren’s swimming lessons? We offer an al-ternative format of swimming lessons on Mon-day and Friday evenings called “FamilyLessons”. We offer all swimming levels at thesame time. You can coordinate all your chil-dren’s lessons’ to take place at the same time.PLEASE NOTE: In order to coordinate this, in-structors will teach multi level classes. Yourchildren will likely be in a split class. Lessonswill be 45 minutes in length to provide addi-tional practice time for swimmers.

Free Public Swimming• Beginning in January 2008 the NEWDON INDUSTRIES LTD PUBLIC SWIM will providefree admission to the first 40 children andyouth entering the 2:00 pm to 3:55 pm publicswim on the first Saturday of each month.

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Pool Swim Schedule - Spring 2010These swim times will be in effect from Saturday April 3rd until Friday July 2nd. Our admission policy is in effect for all swims. Please make note ofthese additional schedule changes:Friday April 2nd - Aquatic Centre is Closed for Good Friday Holiday Hours: Monday April 5th (Easter), Monday May 24 (Victoria Day), and Thursday July 1st (Canada Day) the Aquatic Centre will have "Holiday Hours". (Lane Swim, Parent & Tot/Special Needs Swims from 11:45-1:00pm; Family Swim 1:05-3:55pm; Public Swim 2:00-3:55pm)School Board PA Days: Friday April 30th, and Friday June 4th the afternoon Adult Leisure, Parent and Tot Swim (2:00-3:30) will be replaced bya Public Swim. The slide will be closed.School Summer Holidays: Monday June 28, Wednesday June 30, and Friday July 2 the 2:00-3:30 adult leisure swim will be changed and runfrom 1:00-2:00. There will be no Parent & Tot / Special needs swim on Monday June 28. There will be public swims on Wednesday June 30, Thurs-day July 1, and Friday July 2nd from 2:00-3:55pm. There will be public swims throughout the summer from 2:00-3:55pm daily.Newdon Public Swims: On the first Saturday of each month the first 40 children and youth will be admitted free of charge to the 2:00-3:55pmpublic swim, courtesy of Newdon Industries ltd. (April 3, May 1, June 5)

Swim DescriptionsLane Swim - The Main pool is open for swimmers of any age to swim lengths. For Lane Swims in Bold only one or two lanes are available forlane swimming and other programs will continue to run in the remainder of the pool. Get in shape by swimming and join the "In motion" Swim challenge! For more details ask our staff at the Sportsplex!

Public Swim - Come enjoy time in the pool. All the pools and waterslide are open. A lane will be designated for those wanting to swim lengths.Admission policy is in effect for all swims.

Parent and Tot Swim - Leisure pool (no slide) will be open for these swims. Parents can come and swim with their children in our warm leisurepool. Children are to be accompanied by an adult. These swims are combined with our Special Needs Swims. Admission Policy in effect.

Adult Leisure Swim - Adults can come to enjoy "unstructured" swimming in the Main pool. Two lanes are designated for those wanting to swimlengths. The whirlpool is available for the afternoon leisure swims only.

Family Swim - Come enjoy time in the pool as a family. All the pools are open, the waterslide will open at 2:00. Children are to be accompaniedby an adult. A lane will be designated for those wanting to swim lengths. The last 2 hours of these swims will be combined with public swimming.Swims. Admission Policy in effect.

Special Needs Swim - Leisure pool (no slide) will be open for these swims. Our leisure pool is maintained at 92 degrees. Caregivers volunteering their time to help a person with special needs is admitted free (1 caregiver per person). Adults, seniors, and children arewelcome. These swims are combined with parent and tot swims.

Swim Type Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

For Lane Swims in BOLD, the pool is shared with other programs. At least 1 lane will be available for swimming lengthsPublic Swim

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7:00-8:30am 6:30-8:30am 7:00-8:30am

9:45-10:00pm

10:45-11:00pm

9:45-10:00pm

10:45-11:00pm

11:45- 12:55pm

9:45-10:00pm

10:45-11:00pm

9:45-10:00pm

10:45-11:00pm

11:45- 12:55pm

9:45-10:00pm

10:45-11:00pm

11:45-1:00pm 11:45-1:00pm

9:00-11:45pm 9:00-11:45pm 9:00-11:45pm 9:00-11:45pm

11:45-1:00pm 11:45-1:00pm

10:00-12:00pm 11:00-12:55pm2:00-3:30pm

11:00-12:55pm6:00-7:55pm

2:00-3:30pm8:45-10:00pm

2:00-3:30pm 2:00-3:30pm

11:45-1:00pm 11:45-1:00pm

10:00-12:00pm 11:00-12:55pm2:00-3:30pm

11:00-12:55pm6:00-7:55pm

11:45-1:00pm 11:45-1:00pm

2:00-3:55pm 2:00-3:55pm

7:00-8:30am 6:30-8:30am

8:45-10:00pm 8:45-10:00pm 8:45-10:00pm 8:45-10:00pm 6:05-7:55pm

1:05-3:55pm 1:05-3:55pm

1:05-3:55pm 1:05-3:55pm

11:45-12:55pm5:05-6:00pm 2:00-3:30pm 1:05-3:55pm

8:00-8:45pm8:45-10:00pm

8:00-8:45pm2:00-3:30pm

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11:45-12:55pm5:05-6:00pm

8:45-10:00pm8:00-8:45pm

9:00-11:45pm7:00-8:30am

2:00-3:30pm11:45-12:55pm

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2:00- 3:30pm

11:45- 12:55pm

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11:45-12:55pm 11:45-12:55pm

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Pool Aquafit Schedule - Spring 2010These Aquafit times will be in effect from Tuesday April 6th - Friday July 2nd. All Classes are led by Certified instructors.Pre registered Aquafit classes are listed below.

Classes cancelled: Friday April 2, Monday April 5th, Monday May 24, Thursday July 1

Aquafit Descriptions (classes geared to adults 18yrs+)

General Aquafit - Use the resistance of water to assist in a quality low impact workout. The option of deep water aquafit will bemade available to those interested in it.

Deep Water Aquafit - Enjoy the benefits of an aquafit workout with no impact on joints. Floatation belts are provided, comfortin deep water is required.

Rehabilitation Aquafit: These classes, taught in our warm leisure pool can assist with recovery, increase flexibility and range ofmotion much faster and with less stress on the body than a typical post rehabilitation exercise class.

Arthritis Aquafit - A class specifically designed for those dealing with Arthritis. These classes are taught in our warm leisure pool.Exercising in warm water can maintain and improve your mobility through range of motion exercises.

Aquafit Type Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday SundayGeneralAquafit

9:00-9:45am8:00-8:45pm

9:00-9:45am8:00-8:45pm

9:00-9:45am 9:00-9:45am8:00-8:45pm

9:00-9:45am

Deep WaterAquafit

10:00-10:45am5:15-6:00pm

10:00-10:45am 10:00-10:45am5:15-6:00pm

10:00-10:45am

RehabilitationAquafit

1:00-1:45pm 10:00-10:45am 9:00-9:45am10:00-10:45am

ArthritisAquafit

9:00-9:45am10:00-10:45pm

1:00-1:45pm7:00-7:45pm7:45-8:30pm

1:00-1:45pm 10:00-10:45am 1:00-1:45pm

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

Pre- Registered Aquafit - Spring 2010Pre registered Aquafit programs allow our instructors to build more personalized programs. Classes are free for participants withaquafit memberships, but registration is required. See Class descriptions above.

Start/End Date Apr 12 - Jun 28 Apr 9 - July 2Cancellations May 24 none

Classes 11 classes 13 classes

Cost - Adult $61.25 $72.50Cost - Senior $55.00 $65.00

ArthritisAquafit

11:00-11:4512:00-12:45

11:15-12:0012:00-12:45

Diaperfit Schedule - Spring 2010Diaperfit - A pre registered aquafit class designed for parents and their babies (children must have established neck support).The first 30 minutes is an Aquafit class for the parent. (Babies float in a boat beside their parent). The last 15 minutes is spent inthe leisure pool and is a structured parent and tot class. Participants need to register for this program.


Start/End DateApr. 12 - May 17May 31 - Jun 28(no class May 24)

April 13- May 18May 25-Jun 29

Apr. 14-May 19May 26-Jun 30

Cost -5 classes $38.75

Diaperfit 11:15-12:00am 11:00-11:45am 11:00-11:45pm

Classes 6 week Apr/May5 week May/June

2- 6 week session 2- 6 week session

Cost -6 classes $46.50 $46.50 $46.50


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Adult (18-55yrs)

Senior(55yrs+)/Student(16,17yrs)

6 months

$207.00

$172.50

One Year

$284.00

$240.00

6 months

$285.00

$233.00

One Year

$503.00

$434.00

Fees include GST. Students must be 16 years of age orolder to obtain a membership.

Please note lockers are available to rent on a monthlybasis. A $20 refundable deposit is required. Lockers are

$5/month.

Patrons with Swim or Aquafit Memberships receivea 3 month locker rental FREE. (Deposit still applies)

Infant (up to 12 months)

Child (under 1-5 yrs)

Youth (6-17yrs)

Adult (18-55 yrs)

Senior (55 yrs +)

Family(max 4 people, additionalmember $1.75)

One TimeFree

$2.00

$3.00

$4.00

$3.50

$8.50

10 Swim TicketsFree

$15.75

$26.25

$34.50$29.00

$73.50

Swim Admission Prices

Aquafit Admission Prices

Adult (18-55 yrs)

Senior (55 yrs +)

One Time

$6.25$5.50

10 Swim Tickets$55.70$50.00

PROGRESSION BASERed Cross Swim Preschool swimmers progressthrough the lower levels based on participation and age.Preschoolers aged three to five move through the upper levels based on skill evaluation.

Red Cross Swim Kids uses continuous evaluation forswimmers to progress through the levels.

AquaAdults and AquaTeens is based on personal interest and goal setting.

Swimming Lesson ScheduleThree Times a Week LessonsClasses: Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays

9 Lessons between March 23 - April 8Please note: If we have a low number of registrations we

will combine levels rather than cancelling classes.Turtle 5:00 - 5:30Sea Turtle 4:00 - 4:30; 5:30 - 6:00Salamander 4:00 - 4:30; 5:30 - 6:00Sunfish 4:30 - 5:00Crocodile 4:30 - 5:00Whale 4:30 - 5:00Swim Kids 1 5:00 - 5:30Swim Kids 2 5:00 - 5:30Swim Kids 3 5:30 - 6:00Swim Kids 4 5:30 - 6:00Swim Kids 5 4:00 - 4:45Swim Kids 6 4:00 - 4:45Swim Kids 7 5:00 - 6:00Swim Kids 8 5:00 - 6:00Swim Kids 9 4:00 - 5:00Swim Kids 10 4:00 - 5:00Private Lessons 4:00 - 4:30; 4:30 - 5:00;

5:00 - 5:30; 5:30 - 6:00


Swimming - Preschool

1. STARFISH (4 to 18 months)

An introductory class for babies andtheir parent or caregiver.To enter this level, babies must beable to hold their head up.The goal of this orientation to water

class is to experience buoyancy, movement, entriesand songs and play in the water.

5. SALAMANDER (3 to 5 years)

Preschoolers actively learn newswimming skills including assistedfloats and glides through gamesand songs. The fun includes learn-ing to jump into chest deep water.

6. SUNFISH (3 to 5 years)

Assisted by an Instructor,preschoolers work on stroke andskills progressions. Learning also focuses on goodjudgements in, on and around

the water, and entries and floats in deep water.

7. CROCODILE (3 to 5 years)

Preschoolers start indepen-dent glides and kicking indeep water.Endurance is built throughincreasing distance for frontand back swims.Swimmers learn about the

dolphin kick and try synchro skills in the water.

8. WHALE (3 to 5 years)

In Whale, children willlearn to swim indepen-dently and participate inteam games.Preschoolers will increasetheir distance and improveskills in front and back

swims. Swimmers also learn about throwing assiststo help another person in the water.

2. DUCK (18 to 30 months)

For toddlers or older babieswith a parent or caregiver.Toddlers build confidencewhile enjoying the waterthrough games, songs andactive water play.

3. TURTLE (30 to 72 months)

A transitional level forpreschoolers and their parents.Parents can gradually transferthe preschoolers to the care of

the Instructor. Skills include swimming, glides andfloating and builds awareness of deep water and safeentries.

4. SEA TURTLE (3 to 5 years) (unparented)

For 3-5 year olds who have notpreviously taken swimminglessons, Sea Turtle is where theywill enter the program. Thislevel develops skills in

swimming, glides, and floating and builds awarenessof deep water and safe entries.

Cost: $60.75 Ratio 10:1

Cost: $60.75

Cost: $60.75 Pre-requisite: Sea Turtle

Cost: $60.75 Pre-requisite: Salamander

Cost: $60.75 Pre-requisite: Sunfish

Cost: $60.75 Pre-requisite: Crocodile

Cost: $60.75 Pre-requisite: 30 mths or older

Cost: $60.75 Pre-requisite: 36 mths or older

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Red CrossSwim Kids

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This is an entry level for children ready to move in shallow water. This level provides an ori-entation to the water and the pool area and introduces floats and glides with kicks.Children build their endurance by improving distance. Cost: $57.50

The front crawl, back glide and shoulder roll for back crawl are further developed.Children work on kneeling dives, surface support and developing a greater sense ofself-safety by understanding their own limits. Endurance is built through a 25-metre swim. Cost: $57.50

The level provides an introduction to front crawl as well the foundation for makingwise choices on where and when to swim. Diving is introduced and children will workon floats and changing direction. Endurance is achieved by building strengh in flutterkick and a 15-metre swim. Cost: $57.50

This level helps the child build skills in front and back swims. Children are introduced todeep water activities and proper use of a Personal Flotation Device (PFD). Endurance isbuilt on flutter kicking with assisted glides. Cost: $57.50

Further refinement of strokes, with an introduction to butterfly and scissorkick as a warm-up/cool down stroke for fitness. Children learn about sunsafety, rescue of others from the ice, and head-first and feet-first shallowdives. Endurance is built using dolphin kick and butterfly drills and a 500-metre swim. Cost: $70.50

Front crawl, back crawl, elementary backstroke and breaststroke continue tobe refined. In this level children are encouraged to try combining differentstrokes and kicks for fitness. They also work on head-first shallow dives andstanding dives and learn about wise choices, peer influences, and self-rescuefrom ice. Endurance is built through a 400-metre swim. Cost: $70.50

Level 8 provides an introduction to the breaststroke, foot first surface dives, andrescue entries. Children learn about the dangers of open water, hypotherimia,and the performance of rescue breathing on children and adults. Endurance isbuilt on the dolphin kick and 300-metre swim. Cost: $70.50

Level 7 continues to build skills and endurance for front crawl, back crawl and ele-mentary back stroke and introduces whip kick on the front. Children learn aboutairway and breathing obstructions, and participate in timed treading water forincreasing endurance. Endurance is built through timed treading water and a 150-metre swim. Cost: $70.50

Front and back crawl continue to be refined as the elementary backstroke is newlyintroduced. Children are also introduced to safety on ice, elementary rescue of otherswith throwing assists, treading water and the front dive. Endurance is built through a75- metre swim. Cost: $64.00

Back crawl is introduced, along with sculling skills and whip kick on the back. Children trystride dives receive an introduction to safe boating skills. Endurance is developed throughdolphin kick and a 50-metre swim. Cost: $64.00

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Further refinement of strokes, with an introduction to butterfly and scissor kick asa warm-up/cool down stroke for fitness. Children learn about sun safety, rescue ofothers from the ice, and head-first and feet-first surface dives. Endurance is builtusing dolphin kick and butterfly drills and a 500 metre swim. Cost $74.25

Front crawl, back crawl, elementary backstroke and breastroke continue to be refined.In this level children are encouraged to try combining different strokes and kicks forfitness. They also work on head-first surface dives and standing dives and learnabout wise choices, peer influences, and self rescue from ice. Endurance is builtthrough a 400 metre swim. Cost $74.25

Level 8 provides an introduction to the breastroke, foot first surface dives, and rescue entries. Children learn about the dangers of open water, hypothermia, and the performanceof rescue breathing on children and adults. Endurance is built on the dolphin kick and300 metre swim. Cost $74.25

Level 7 continues to build skills and endurance for front crawl, back crawl and elementaryback stroke and introduces whip kick on the front. Children learn about airway and breathingobstructions. Endurance is built through timed treading water and a 150 metre swim.Cost $74.25

Front and back crawl continue to be refined as the elementary backstroke is newly introduced.Children are also introduced to safety on ice, elementary rescue of others with throwing assists,treading water and the front dive. Endurance is built through a 75 metre swim. Cost $67.75

Back crawl is introduced, along with sculling skills and whip kick on the back. Children try stridedives and receive an introduction to safe boating skills. Endurance is developed through dolphinkick and a 50 metre swim. Cost $67.75

The front crawl, back glide and shoulder roll for back crawl are further developed. Children work onkneeling dives, surface support and developing a greater sense of self-safety by understanding theirown limits. Endurance is built through a 25-metre swim. Cost $60.75

This level provides an introduction to front crawl as well as foundation for making wise choices on whereand when to swim. Diving is introduced and children will work on floats and changing direction. Endurance is achieved by building strength in flutter kick and 15 metre swim. Cost $60.75

This level helps the child build skills in front and back swims. Children are introduced to deep water activitiesand proper use of a Personal Flotation Device (PFD). Endurance is built on flutter kicking with assisted glides.Cost $60.75

This is an entry level for children ready to move in shallow water. This level provides an orientation to the waterand the pool area and introduces floats and glides with kicks. Children build their endurance by improving distance. Cost $60.75


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Cancellations May 24 none none none May 21 May 22 May 23

Private Lessons

1:00 - 1:301:30-2:00

6:00 - 6:30

9:30-10:004:00 - 4:304:30 - 5:00

4:00 - 4:305:00 - 5:306:30 - 7:007:30 - 8:00

4:00 - 4:304:30 - 5:005:00 - 5:305:30 - 6:00

4:30 - 5:009:00 - 9:30

9:30 - 10:00

5:00 - 5:305:30 - 6:006:00 - 6:306:30 - 7:007:00 - 7:307:30 - 8:00

Starfish 5:30 - 6:00 12:00 - 12:306:00 - 6:30

5:30 - 6:006:30 - 7:00

10:30 - 11:00

Duck 6:30 - 7:00 12:30 - 1:006:30 - 7:00

5:00 - 5:30 5:00 - 5:30 10:00 - 10:30 6:00 - 6:30

Turtle 5:00 - 5:30 4:00 - 4:305:30 - 6:00

4:30 - 5:005:30 - 6:006:30 - 7:00

4:00 - 4:30 10:00 - 10:30 5:30 - 6:00

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Start/End Date Apr 12 - Jun 14 Apr 13 - Jun 8 Apr 14 - Jun 9 Apr 15 - Jun 10 Apr 9 - Jun 11 Apr 10 - Jun 12 Apr 11 - Jun 13

3:1 Ratio Classes cost $95.00Please note, we have a new "FAMILY LESSON" format on Monday and Friday Evenings. ALL levels will be offered at same time.These classes will be 45 minutes in length. Our goal is for families to be able to bring all their children at one convenient time. Inorder to accommodate this, swimming levels will be combined. For ONLINE registration, these special classes will have a "family"designation beside them. Please note, most classes are 45 minutes in length, and cost $67.75.

Sea Turtle

4:00 - 4:454:45 - 5:305:30 - 6:156:30 - 7:157:15 - 8:00

9:00 - 9:304:00 - 4:305:30 - 6:00

10:30 - 11:004:00 - 4:305:30 - 6:006:00 - 6:30

4:00 - 4:304:00 - 4:454:45 - 5:305:30 - 6:15

9:00 - 9:3010:00 - 10:30

5:30 - 6:00

Sea Turtle(3:1 Child:

Instructor Ratio)5:00 - 5:30

Salamander

4:00 - 4:454:45 - 5:305:30 - 6:156:30 - 7:157:15 - 8:00

9:30 - 10:004:30 - 5:005:00 - 5:30

10:00 - 10:304:00 - 4:304:30 - 5:006:30 - 7:007:00 - 7:30

4:30 - 5:004:00 - 4:454:45 - 5:305:30 - 6:15

9:00 - 9:3011:00 - 11:30

5:00 - 5:306:00 - 6:307:30 - 8:00

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Sunfish

4:00 - 4:454:45 - 5:305:30 - 6:156:30 - 7:157:15 - 8:00

10:30 - 11:004:30 - 5:00

9:30 - 10:004:30 - 5:006:00 - 6:30

4:00 - 4:454:45 - 5:305:30 - 6:15

9:30 - 10:00 6:30 - 7:00

Sunfish(3:1 Child:


Crocodile

4:00 - 4:454:45 - 5:305:30 - 6:156:30 - 7:157:15 - 8:00

10:00 - 10:304:00 - 4:30

4:00 - 4:305:00 - 5:307:00 - 7:30

4:00 - 4:454:45 - 5:305:30 - 6:15

10:30 - 11:00 6:00 - 6:30

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Whale

4:00 - 4:454:45 - 5:305:30 - 6:156:30 - 7:157:15 - 8:00

4:30 - 5:009:00 - 9:306:30 - 7:00

4:00 - 4:454:45 - 5:305:30 - 6:15

10:30 - 11:00

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Cancellations May 24 none none none May 21 May 22 May 23

Day of the Week

Start/End Date Apr 12 -Jun 14 Apr 13 - Jun 8 Apr 14 - Jun 9 Apr 1 - Jun 17 Apr 9- Jun 11 Apr 10 - Jun 12 Apr 11 - Jun 13

3:1 Ratio Classes cost $95.00

Please note, we have a new "FAMILY LESSON" format on Monday and Friday Evenings. ALL levels will be offered at same time. These classes will be 45 minutesin length. Our goal is for families to be able to bring all their children at one convenient time. In order to accommodate this, swimming levels will be combined. ForONLINE registration, these special classes will have a "family" designation beside them. Please note, most classes are 45 minutes in length, and cost $67.75.

Lifesaving Swim Patrol (Ranger)

7:00 - 8:00pm

Lifesaving Swim Patrol (Star)

7:00 - 8:00pm

Adapted AquaticsPreschool School age

5:00 - 5:305:30 - 6:00

Bronze Star 4:30 - 6:00Bronze Medallion Apr 1 - Jun 17 4:00 - 6:30

Bronze Cross Apr 1 - Jun 17 4:00 - 6:30Teen Lessons 7:00 - 7:45pm

Adult Lessons 7:00 - 7:45pm

Swim Kids 14:00 - 4:454:45 - 5:305:30 - 6:156:30 - 7:157:15 - 8:00

5:00 - 5:305:00 - 5:306:00 - 6:30

4:00 - 4:454:45 - 5:305:30 - 6:15

9:30 - 10:30 6:00 - 6:30

Swim Kids 2

4:00 - 4:454:45 - 5:305:30 - 6:156:30 - 7:157:15 - 8:00

4:00 - 4:304:00 - 4:304:30 - 5:007:00 - 7:30

4:00 - 4:454:45 - 5:305:30 - 6:15

9:00 - 9:30 5:30 - 6:00

Swim Kids 13:1 Child: Instructor Ratio

5:30 - 6:00


5:00 - 5:30

Swim Kids 3

4:00 - 4:454:45 - 5:305:30 - 6:156:30 - 7:157:15 - 8:00

5:30 - 6:004:00 - 4:304:30 - 5:007:30 - 8:00

4:00 - 4:454:45 - 5:305:30 - 6:15

9:30 - 10:00 6:30 - 7:00


4:30 - 5:00

Swim Kids 4

4:00 - 4:454:45 - 5:305:30 - 6:156:30 - 7:157:15 - 8:00

5:00 - 5:304:00 - 4:304:30 - 5:005:30 - 6:007:30 - 8:00

4:00 - 4:454:45 - 5:305:30 - 6:15

10:00 - 10:30 5:00 - 5:30


6:00 - 6:30 10:30 - 11:00

Swim Kids 54:00 - 4:454:45 - 5:307:00 - 7:45

5:15 - 6:00 6:00 - 6:454:00 - 4:455:30 - 6:15 9:00 - 9:45 6:30 - 7:15

Swim Kids 7 4:00 - 5:007:00 - 8:00

4:00 - 5:00 5:30 - 6:30 10:30 - 11:30 5:00 - 6:00

Swim Kids 64:00 - 4:454:45 - 5:307:00 - 7:45

4:30 - 5:15 6:15 - 7:004:00 - 4:455:30 - 6:15 9:45 - 10:30 7:15 - 8:00

Lifesaving SwimPatrol (Rookie)

7:00 - 8:00

Swim Kids 8 4:00 - 5:007:00 - 8:00

4:00 - 5:00 5:30 - 6:30 10:30 - 11:30 5:00 - 6:00

Swim Kids 9 4:00 - 5:007:00 - 8:00

6:00 - 7:00 5:30 - 6:30 7:00 - 8:00

Swim Kids 10 4:00 - 5:007:00 - 8:00

6:00 - 7:00 5:30 - 6:30 7:00 - 8:00


Additional Swimming LessonsADAPTED AQUATICS- $60.75Adapted aquatics is for children and youthwith a physical or developmental disabilitywho need specialized instruction. Partici-pants will be taught by an experiencedaquatics instructor and assisted by a vol-unteer. Classes are available for preschoolchildren (ages 3-6 years), and school aged(7-12 years). Classes will run Tuesdaynights, 5:00-6:00 April 13th – June 8th.

AQUA TEENS 1/ AQUA ADULTS 1 The goal of this class is to develop comfort in the water through the attainment of basic flotation, movementand breathing skills.

AQUA TEENS 2 / AQUA ADULTS 2 The goal of this class is to develop one ormore swimming strokes and enhancewater safety knowledge and rescue techniques.

AQUA TEENS 3 / AQUA ADULTS 3The goal of this class is to maintain or increase fitness through stroke improve-ment while swimming lengths. Candidates

must be able to swim 2 strokes 100m eachto start in this level.

AQUA TEENSWednesdays, 7:00-7:45pm, April 14th – June 9th $67.75

AQUA ADULTS Wednesdays, 7:00-7:45pmApril 14th – June 9th $80.50

TRAINING SWIM – $42 (12 classes)This program is geared towards adultswimmers whose skills range from begin-ner fitness to serious tri athlete. Threelanes of training are provided: beginner,intermediate and intense. Aquatic staffwill provide you with a swim workouteach week and help you build your fitnesslevel. This session will run:Fridays 5:45-7:00am Apr. 9th – Jun. 25th.

Wednesdays 8:45-10:00pmApril 14th – June 30th.

PRIVATE LESSONS - Private - $ 156.00 for 9 weeks of lessons. Semi Private - $106.00 / child for 9 weeksof lessons. One to one instruction to workon swimming challenges. 30 minutes inlength. For Semi Private lessons childrenmust be within one level of each other. Itis the responsibility of the swimmer to finda second participant. One time private lessons are available, for more information callthe Supervisor of Aquatic Services 843-2800.

STROKE CORRECTION CLINICS$6.00 per class

Do you or your child need to work on aspecific swimming stroke? These strokecorrection clinics are intended to focus onspecific problem areas. We will have sep-arate classes for children and for adults.Pre-registration is required. You canregister for 1 class, or for all three weeks.March 24 6:00-6:30 - Front Crawl;

6:30-7:00 – Whip KickMarch 31 6:00-6:30 – Front Crawl;

6:30-7:00 – Whip KickApril 7 6:00-6:30 – Front Crawl;

6:30-7:00 – Whip Kick

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What do I need to become an Instructor or Lifeguard?To Become a Lifeguard

• Bronze Medallion / Emergency First Aid – CPR B(pre-requisite: 13 years of age OR Bronze Star)

• Bronze Cross(pre-requisite: Bronze Medallion, Emergency First Aid)

• Standard First Aid – CPR C (Must be from LSS, RC, ST. John, OR CDN Ski Patrol

• National Lifeguard Service (NLS)(16 years of Age, Standard First Aid, Bronze Cross)

To Become an Instructor

• Bronze Medallion / Emergency First Aid – CPR B(pre-requisite: 13 years of age OR Bronze Star)

• Assistant Water Safety Instructor Course (AWSI)(pre-requisite: 15 years of age)

• Volunteer Hours – 20 hours minimumHours normally completed during AWSI course

• Red Cross / LSS Water Safety Instructors Course(16 years of age, AWSI Certification)

The Canadian Swim Patrol program pro-vides enriched training for kids who areready to go beyond learn-to-swim. TheSwim Patrol program is an official trainingprogram of the Lifesaving Society –Canada’s Lifeguarding experts. Swim Pa-trol classes are running on Wednesdayevenings. They can be taken while com-pleting the Red Cross Swim Kids levels.

ROOKIE PATROL - $74.25Pre-requisite: Recommend completion ofSwim Kids 7Rookie Patrol features timed 100m swims,

350m workouts and swims with clothes. Awork-hard play-hard approach developsswimming strength and efficiency withemphasis on personal responsibility forWater Smart behavior.

RANGER PATROL- $74.25Ranger Patrol features a timed 200mswim, 100m fitness medley and sup-port/carrying a 5 lb weight. Content ischallenging but achievable with effort.Skill drills enhance capability in the waterincluding a non-contact rescue.

STAR PATROL - $74.25Star Patrol demands good physical condi-tioning and lifesaving judgment. Contentfeatures 300m swims, 600m workouts;swim with clothes; defense methods; sup-port and carry 10lb weight. Scene assess-ment and a towing rescue are introduced.Star Patrol is excellent preparation for theBronze Star Award.

Introductory Lifesaving Courses


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BRONZE STAR / BASIC FIRST AID $ 85.75Pre-requisite: Recommended age 12Too young for Bronze Medallion? Get ahead start by taking Bronze Star! Havelots of fun, while learning practical first aidskills, life guarding techniques and swimtraining. Basic First Aid is included in thecourse. Course runs Wednesdays 4:30-6:00pm April 14th – June 9th.

BRONZE MEDALLION / EMERGENCYFIRST AID- $146.75 (Fee Includes Manual)Pre-requisite: 13 years of age (prior to exam) or Bronze Star.This course develops physical fitness, de-cision making and judgment skills forwater rescue. First aid, rescue breathing,tows, carries and releases are some of theskills covered. Emergency First Aid certifi-cation is included in the course. Candi-dates must be present for exam on June17th. Course runs Thursdays 4:00-6:30pmApril 1st – June 17th.

BRONZE CROSS - $125.75Pre-requisite: Bronze Medallion, Emer-gency First AidThis course teaches the difference be-tween lifeguarding and lifesaving, the

principles of emergency procedures, team-work and the use of special equipment.Candidates must be present for exam onJune 17th. Course runs Thursdays 4:00-6:30pm April 1st – June 17th.

ASSISTANT WATER SAFETY IN-STRUCTOR COURSE (AWSI) - $189.00Pre-requisite: Bronze Cross, 15 years ofage by the end of the course. 100% at-tendance is required.This certification course is a prerequisiteto the Red Cross Water Safety InstructorCourse. 8 Hours of assistant teaching is tobe completed during the course, and is inaddition to normal class time. Once certi-fied, Assistant Water Safety Instructorshave two years to become Water Safety In-structors.This course will run on April 7th 5:00-10:00, June 12, 13, 19 8:30-6:00.

LIFESAVING SOCIETY INSTRUCTOR(LSS) – $153.50 (includes manuals and exam fees)Pre-requisite: 16 years old at end of thecourse, Current Bronze Cross or NLS;100% attendance is required.The Lifesaving Instructor Course preparesinstructors to teach Canadian Swim Patrol,Bronze Star, Bronze Medallion and BronzeCross awards, as well as Emergency FirstAid and CPR “A” “B” & “C”This course will run on April 10th, 11th,17th (Saturday Classes are 12:00-9:00pm;Sunday Class is 8:00-5:00PM)

NATIONAL LIFEGUARD RECERT (NLS)- $80.50Pre-requisite: NLS Certification (need notbe current)Date: April 25th 8:00-12:00pm

RC WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR RECERT – $80.50Pre-requisite: Red Cross instructor certifi-cation (not more than 5 years old)Date: May 2nd 8:00-2:00pm

AQUATIC SUPERVISOR TRAINING (AST) - $98.00Prerequisites: Current National Lifeguardor current Lifesaving Society Instructor;100% attendance. Candidates are re-quired to bring a letter from their em-ployer, on letterhead, stating they have100 hours experience for the first class.The Aquatic Supervisor Training course isgeared to deck-level supervisory staff. This10 hour course provides the knowledgeand skills to manage a safe aquatic envi-ronment. Dates: May 3rd, & 6th, 5:00-10:00pm

THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF CENTRE WELLINGTONAquatics Employment – Spring 2010

For all positions, experience and additional certifications will be considered when determining employment offers. Please include aphotocopy of all required certifications when applying. Full Job Descriptions are available at the Centre Wellington Sportsplex. Candidates are invited to submit a complete resume detailing education, experience and references to the undersigned no later thanFriday March 19th 2010 Attn: Bruce Parkin

How to Apply:Mailing: C.W. Parks & Recreation, P.O. Box 58, Elora, ON, N0B 1S0In person: C.W. Community Sportsplex, 550 Belysde Ave. Fergus

Fax: (519) 843-2565Email: [email protected]

All applications are appreciated, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected

under the authority of the Municipal Act 2001 and will be used only for candidate selection.

Assistant Instructor: Minimum requirement – Red Cross As-sistant Water Safety Instructor (AWSI),Bronze Cross

Instructor / Guard: Minimum requirement – NLS, RC/LSSinstructors, Standard First Aid, CPR “C”all current within 2 years

Aquafit Instructors: Minimum requirement - RecognizedAqua Fit certification through CALA,WaterArt or other provincial certifications as designated by theAquatic Supervisor.


Reaching Your Individual Best With the Support of a Great Team

The Fergus Flippers are a recreational competitive team, which now practice

year round at the Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex.

Off-season sessions will focus on training and preparation while the competitive

season runs during the summer months. This session the Flippers will be working on

endurance/skills/drills/kicking/lengths and FUN as our number one goal.

For more information please call:Beth Hickey at 519-787-0576

Spring Registration Date:Tuesday, March 9 from 6:00 - 8:00pm

at the C. W. Community Sportsplex

Thursday, March 11 from 6:00 - 8:00pmat the Elora Community Centre

Spring Session is as Follows:

Tuesdays & ThursdaysMarch 23 - May 27

Registration Fees:1st Swimmer: $100

2nd Swimmer: $180*3rd Swimmer: $250**from same household

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Volunteer Opportunities:1-1 Match, Couples Match, In-school Mentoring, Group Volunteer

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Fergus Location122B St. Andrew St. W.Fergus, On N1M 1N5Tel: (519) 787-9300Fax: (519) 843-2810

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Dates for Registration

Where: Elora Community Centre (During Preseason Skills Camp)Date: Every Monday from February 1 - March 29, 2010 (Exclude March 16)Time: 5:30pm - 9:00pmLeisure Show: Fergus - March 9, 2010 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm Elora - March 11, 2010 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Things to bring to register your child• A COPY of your Birth Certificate or Baptismal Certificate • Cash or *Cheque to pay fees • Make Cheque payable to: Centre Wellington Minor Lacrosse Association

Final Registration Date is Monday, March 29, 2010. A late fee of $30.00 per registration will apply after March 29, 10* There will be a $25.00 NSF fee for all dishonored cheques

Community League (born 2000 - 2003)

The Centre Wellington Minor Lacrosse Association is pleased to offer a local league program geared to new comers and parents who don't want to do the travel that comes with most sports. It will be a great mentoring program to offer the skills in the game of lacrosse. The program is only provided for Tyke and Novice age players. The communities participating in this league are Cambridge and Kitchener Waterloo. The league would run approximately 11 weeks with start up beginning mid to late April. The benefits would be a lower registration fee (not going to increase during the season), less travel time, shorter schedule, and more focus on skill development that would help introduce new kids to the sport. Our goal is to make this a fun and excellent experience for both parents and kids having only fun day tournaments on weekends so those who like their weekends to camp or to play other sports can do so. We hope in the next couple years to have more centers run local league teams since Kitchener-Waterloo and Cambridge have had much success with their system and we hope to do the same. Nights of play will be Tykes - Monday night and Novice - Wednesday night.

Mite Program

Welcome to an exciting year of Mite Lacrosse in Centre Wellington! Our program introduces kids to the basics of the game in a fun learning environment. The Mites will be divided out according to their age on Thursday evenings. The 4 year olds (born in 2006) will have a 30-minute practice focusing on learning the basics of the game. The 5 - 6 year olds (born in 2005 & 2004) will enjoy a one-hour practice, progressing to a 30 minute practice, 30 minute game later in the season. The schedule will be posted at www.cwmla.com in late March or early April. Centre Wellington Minor Lacrosse will also offer a Select program to the 6 yr. old Mites who are looking for a more competitive challenge and a little more floor time.The Select program will consist of a few tournaments, some exhibition games and a few extra practices. It will also involve an additional fee requirement. This is good preparation for those players who are interested in playing at the rep level once they move up to the Tyke division. More information will be provided once the season is underway.

Volunteers are always needed (Dads and/or Moms). No experience necessary.

Fees for 2010 Rep Box Lacrosse SeasonMite born in 2006 $50.00 born in 2004 & 2005 $80.00

Tyke born in 2002 & 2003 $190.00Novice born in 2000 & 2001 $205.00PeeWee born in 1998 & 1999 $210.00Bantam born in 1996 & 1997 $220.00Midget born in 1994 & 1995 $235.00Intermediate born in 1989 - 1993 $255.00

Community League born 2000 - 2003 $100.00

Girls Lacrosse born 1989 - 1999 $165.00Girls Lacrosse born 2000 - 2001 $ 80.00

C E N T R E W E L L I N G T O N M I N O R L A C R O S S E

Go to www.cwmla.com for more information!

2010 Home Game ScheduleSat. April 24 - Owen Sound @ Elora 7pmSat. May 8 - Welland @ Elora 7pmWed. May 12 - Orangeville @ Elora 8pmSat. May 15 - Sarnia @ Elora 7pmSat. May 29 - Guelph @ Elora 7pmWed. June 2 - Owen Sound @ Elora 8pmSun. June 6 - Guelph @ Elora 7pmWed. June 9 - Six Nations @ Elora 8pmSat. June 12 - Wallaceburg @ Elora 7pmSat. June 19 - Niagara @ Elora 7pm


Centre WellingtonField LaCrosse

Registration Fees:(U11) Novice (2000 - 01) $125

(U13) Peewee (98-99) $125(U15) Bantam (96 - 97) $140(U17) Midget (94 - 95) $140

Season Starts end of April, and runs for the next 4 weekends.

Provincial Championships last weekend in May.Any questions feel free to call

Dale Sett 1-289-820-7905 or Kim Macgregor Spruyt at 519-787-3893

or email: [email protected] will be a $25 jersey deposit this

year returned upon completion of season.

New Players MUST bring a copy of their Birth Certificates.

CENTRE WELLINGTON INLINE HOCKEY

Come join us for FUN and EXERCISE

If you are 18 or older and would likeTo play pick up style 4 on 4 hockey

(any level of experience welcome)

Season runs from April to the end of July

Call Doug @ 519-843-1246Or 519-277-2175


Fergus Elora District Soccer P.O. Box 112,Fergus, On. N1M 2W7Club Phone: 843-3360Fax 519 843 6711e-mail [email protected]: www.fedssoccer.ca

2010 FEDS Outdoor SoccerONLINE registration is from 1st February to 1st April ONLY

Registrations may be taken at the office or via post 1st April – 1st May

Tuesday March 9th, C.W. Community Sportsplex 6pm-8pmThursday March 11th, Elora Community Centre 6pm-8pm

Unless you registered for the 2009/10 Indoor Program proof of age MUST be provided. No Exceptions. THIS INCLUDES ADULTSU4 Born 2006 Only $95 Play Saturday U13 Boys Born 1999-1998-1997 $120 Play ThursdayU6 Born 2005-2004 $100 Play Saturday U13 Girls Born 1999-1998-1997 $120 Play MondaysU8 Born 2003-2002 $110 Play Friday U15 Born 1996-1995 $120 Play FridayU10 Born 2001-2000 $120 Play Tuesday U18 Born 1994-1993-1992 $120 Play Wednesday*Please note players born 1992 may choose to play U18 or AdultMen’s House 1992+ $145 Play Monday Ladies House 1992+ $145 Play Wednesday

Numbers are limited so register early to avoid disappointment. Once Divisions are full, players will be placed on a waiting list.TRAVEL DIVISIONS

U9-U11 Level 6 $165 U13-U15 Level 5 Rep $240 U18 Level 6 $185 Level 5 $240Men’s United B SWRSL $260 Mens United KDSL $285 Ladies Travel OWSL $285

If you interested in becoming a Referee please contact the office courses will run in March. Coaches/Assistant Coaches and Volunteers are always needed! Training will be given. Visit www.fedssoccer.ca for further details.

OFFICE LOCATION: 245 St Andrews St West Fergus, Ontario Hours: Although the office is manned at various times FEDS Guarantee that someonewil be availbalbe Mondays 9am-12pm, Wednesdays 9am-12pm & Saturdays 9:30am - 11:30am

Spring LeisureShow

C.W. Community SportsplexTuesday, March 9th 6-8pm

Elora Community CentreThursday, March 11th 6-8pm

Minor Sports Registration Night

For more information call

(519) 843-2800

Be Active Everyday...for your Health!


Catch the Baseball FeverCentre Wellington Baseball Association is a volunteer organizationdedicated to providing youth of our area an opportunity to enjoy

the sport of baseball…. Cougar’s Hardball. They offer travel teamsfor ages 8 to 18 and local league for ages 4 to 7

• Registration is open to everyone-Early bird registration deadline for a chance to win 4 pack of Blue Jay tickets is March 15th 2010

• Teams are filled on a first come basis and there are no tryouts• Most games and practices are on the weekdays• Winter training is NOW, INDOORS, & FREE Sunday evenings Jan-Apr at CWDHS• Annual Blue Jays Bus trip (September) at the Rogers Centre

Centre Wellington Baseball Association is always on the look out for volunteers to coach or help run the organization. Any or all inquiries can be made through our website www.cwmba.com or contact

Gerry @ 519-846-8911

Please send registration form to: CWMBA c/o Caryl-Leigh MacKenzie 7535 6th Line R.R.#2 Elora, Ontario N0B 1S0

(Please make cheques payable to CWMBA)

LEAGUE REGISTRATION FORM – LG Centre Wellington Minor Baseball Association Cougars Hardball

Player’s Name: Birth Date:Please Print Last Name First Name day/month/year

Address: City:

Postal Code: Phone #: Email:

Birth Certificate Registration #:(bottom right corner)

(New registrants must providea copy with registration)

Name of Parent(s)/Guardian(s):Please Print

Signature of Parent/Guardian: Date:

Blastball (Local) $35.00(2005-2006)

Pre-Rookie (Local) $125.00(2003-2004)

Pre-Rookie (Local) $125.00(2003-2004)

Mosquito $120.00(1999-2000)

Peewee $125.00(1997-1998

Bantam $145.00(1995-1996)

Midget $165.00(1992-199)


PONSONBY SOFTBALLAll home games and practices held at Ponsonby Recreation Park. Located 5997 2nd Line E., Centre Wellington

Your 2010 Executive & Committee:President: Shirley Obergan 846-8113Chairman: Steve Warmington 780-1009Rec Co-ord./Registration: Pat Kurtz 836-8466 Park Co-ord.: Stew Giles 846-5592 Rentals/Tournaments call Shirley 846-8113

DATES TO REMEMBER FOR 2010:June 4th - 6th 2010

Rick the Wrecker’s 1st Memorial Ladies Fastball Tournament. Call Laurie 518.824.2675

or email [email protected] 18-19, 2010

Elora Rocks 3-Pitch Tourney call Merv 846-0328

July 9-11, 2010Tom Rider Memorial Men’s Fastball

call Shirley 846-8113Fundraiser – for Groves Memorial/Park

WHAT TEAM IS MY CHILD ON? COST?T-Ball 2006, 2005, 2004 $ 10.00Mites-3 Pitch 2004, 2003, 2002 (under 8) $ 60.00Atom 2000-2001 (under 10 $ 80.00Squirt 1998-1999 (under 12) $ 80.00Peewee 1996-1997 (under 14) $100.00Bantam 1994-1995 (under 16) $100.00Midget 1991, 1992, 1993 (under 19) $135.00Jr.’s 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990 (under 23) $145.00Men’s $145.00

Registration to be held atElora Community Centre

Thurs. March 11, 2010 6-8 pm during leisure night visit our website www.ponsonbysoftball.ca for registration

form and mail it in with cheque by Apr. 1st, 2010.T-Ball & Mites players will receive a T-shirt please provide sizing

Fundraising - bring along your Zehr’s tapes... Every bit helps.

Tower St.-PO Box 447Fergus, ON, N1M 3E2

Clubhouse Phone Number:

519-787-7003(After April 1st)

2010 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

2010 REGISTRATION DATES

Tuesday April 6th(7:30pm) at the C.W. Community Sportsplex Boardroom ‘B’

If you were a Club Member in 2009,please attend this important meeting and have some input into our

Club Event planning and activities for this year!

‘The Club is always looking for volunteers and looks forward to seeing you at the meeting.’

Thursday April 15th (6pm to 8pm) at the C.W. Community Sportsplex Boardroom ‘B’

AND Saturday April 17th (10am-Noon) at the

Fergus Tennis Clubhouse Tower Street, Fergus

For the April 17th Registration Day, join some of our regulars to hit some balls and meet our Club Pro for questions and

tips about improving your game. (Weather permitting)

“Fergus Tennis–Promoting Tennis as a Fun, Healthy & Lifelong sport”


Centre Wellington Minor Softball Association

2010 RegistrationC.W.M.S.A. offers mixed recreational house league softball for players ages 4 and up

What’s great about C.W. Softball? No traveling! All of our youth games are played on weeknightsat the Highland Park complex in Fergus and practices are held in town as well. Playing softball inany of our age categories is a great opportunity to make new friends and participate in a teamsport. Best of all everyone plays, regardless of skill level. Come and join the fun!

2010 Registration Dates Time LocationTuesday March 9th 6:00pm-8:00pm Spring Leisure Show, CW Sportsplex Hall

Thursday March 27th 10:00am-12:00pm CW Sportsplex Boardroom B

Sat. April 10th, Final Registration 10:00am-2:00pm CW Sportsplex Boardroom B

League Age (as of Dec. 31/09) Fee League Age (as of Dec. 31/09) FeeT-Ball (as of June 30/10) 4 - 6 (04-06) $50 Sr. House 15 - 18 (91-93) $853-Pitch (age 6 by Dec. 31/09) 6 - 8 (01-03) $65 Over Age 19 & up (90) $85Jr. House 9 - 11 (98-00) $85 Adult 3-Pitch 19 & up (90) $66Int. House 12 - 14 (94-96) $85

Don’t forget about our Adult Leagues ! We offer competitive mixed fastball for players over 19 andAdult 3-Pitch which is a non-competitive league for players of any skill level.

Coaches Wanted Please consider adding your name to our list of coaches and assistant coaches.The kids will thank you!

C.W. Minor Softball Association ••• Recreation for all ages

Register on or before April 10, 2010 and families with 3 or more registrations will receive a 10% discount. (Family members must all reside at the same address. Max. 2 adults)

2010 Centre Wellington Minor Softball Association Board MembersJeanne Dalton President, Senior House Covener 519-843-4672Doug Abel Past President, Umpire in Chief, Equipment Manager 519-787-3877Brian MacIntyre Vice-President, 3-Pitch Convener 519-240-0844Laura Abel Treasurer, Intermediate House Convener 519-787-3877Scott Lindhorst Secretary 519-846-0546Doug and Laura Abel Booth Managers 519-787-3877Dan Sheehan Equipment Manager, Skills Development 519-787-8215Linda MacIntyre T-Ball Convener, Adult 3-Pitch Convener 519-835-8494Carla Thorne Junior House Convener 519-831-8640Kristy Sheehan Over-Age Convener, Registration 519-993-0868Jennifer May Skills Development 519-843-5234Rick Jones 519-843-2557Laura Abel Special Events Committee Members 519-787-3877Carla Thorne 519-831-8640

ABOUT VICTORIA PARK

SENIORS CENTREVictoria Park Seniors Centre providesa wide variety of recreational pro-grams, special events, bus trips, serv-ices and volunteer opportunities forolder adults. The programs offeredare tailored to individuals 55 yearsof age and older; however, all regis-tered programs are open to anyadult looking to develop new skillsand friendships. Victoria Park SeniorsCentre, which officially opened itsdoors in June 1992, is a municipalrecreation facility operated by theParks and Recreation Department ofthe Township of Centre Wellington.Our goal is to support active, healthylifestyles for older adults through anextensive range of social, health,recreational and educational pro-grams. We invite you to drop by, takeout a membership and experiencethe benefits of participating.

MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL REMINDER

Membership renewals are due June1, 2010. The new membership yearruns June 1, 2010 to May 31, 2011.

MEMBERSHIP• The membership year runs June 1,2010 to May 31, 2011

• Available to anyone 55 years of

age or older. A younger spouse mayalso join. Membership fee is $20 perperson which entitles you to the fol-lowing benefits at the Centre: re-duced enrolment rates on allregistered programs and bus trips, ac-cess to more than 75 weekly pro-grams and senior services/clinics, voteat the Annual General Meeting, holdoffice on the Centre’s Advisory Board,have a direct link with local govern-ment through the Parks and Recre-ation Department, become involvedin meaningful and rewarding volun-teer work and, most importantly,meet new friends! Please note thatmembership fees are non-refundable.

LOCATION & HOURS• Address: 150 Albert St. West, Fer-gus. The Centre is situated on theedge of Victoria Park. Phone: 519-787-1814 Fax: 519-787-2091.Website: www.centrewellington.ca(click on “View Senior’s Services”).

• Office Hours: Mon to Fri, 9:00 amto 4:00 pm, (except statutory holi-days). Activities are also held in theevenings and some Saturdays.

ADVISORY BOARDThe Centre is run by a volunteer Ad-visory Board of seven elected Centremembers and one appointed Coun-cil Representative. The AdvisoryBoard acts a liaison between theseniors and the Township of Centre

Wellington and works with the Parksand Recreation Dept. to providequality recreational opportunities forolder adults. Meetings are held the firstMonday of the month at 9:00 am. Allmembers are welcome to attend.

PROGRAM COMMITTEEInterested in providing your inputinto programs and events for olderadults? This volunteer committeeplans and organizes special eventsand fundraisers for the Centre. Wemeet on the first Monday of themonth at 10:00 am. The group is al-ways looking for new ideas and vol-unteers to help plan events!Interested? Contact Kathryn Mor-gan at the Centre.

REGISTERING FORPROGRAMS

• Registration for all Spring 2010Programs begins Monday, March 8.

• All programs offered at the Sen-iors Centre require pre-registration,unless specified as a “drop-in” ac-tivity. Drop-in programs are contin-uous unless a date is provided.

• Payment must be received uponregistration. Payment can be madein person by cash, cheque, debit orcredit card, over the phone by creditcard or online on our ProgramAbleregistration system. Cheques madepayable to Township of Centre

Wellington – VPSC.

• Not a member? Not 55 yet? Noproblem! You are still welcome toregister for any programs (a non-member fee will apply). Youngeradults are welcomed as valued par-ticipants and all adults are welcometo register for programs.

DROP-IN PROGRAMS

All drop-in activity groups are of-fered on an ongoing basis unlessotherwise stated. Participants arenot required to register in advancefor drop-in activities; however, youmay want to call the Centre beforeyour first visit, as some groups re-quire prior organization of players.New participants always welcome!Most activity groups charge a smallpay-as-you-go fee or set an annualfee. Unless stated otherwise in thedescriptions below, most groupscharge $1 for members of the Cen-tre or $2 for non-members. Attendany activity for no charge on yourfirst visit. You can then choose to ei-ther become a member of the Cen-tre OR pay the non-member feeeach time (which is $1 added to theset drop-in fee). Should you requiremore information we encourage youto contact the Activity Convenorlisted below each activity. Have anidea for a new activity? Please con-tact the Centre.

Victoria Park Seniors Centre will be closed: April 2 (Good Friday) • April 5 (Easter Monday) • May 24 (Victoria Day) • July 1 (Canada Day)

VICTORIA PARKSENIORS CENTRE

150 ALBERT ST. W. FERGUS(519) 787-1814

Adult & Senior Programs

• In Person •150 Albert St. W.,

Fergus

Office HoursMon to Fri

9:00am - 4:00pm

• By Fax •(519) 787-2091

Visa orMaster Card

Payments only

• By Mail •Victoria Park

Seniors Centre

150 Albert St. W.,Fergus OnN1M 1X2

• On Line • ProgramABLEAll you need is your family PIN Number, and Visa

or Master Card number.www.centrewellington.ca/programABLEFor first time users, please

contact Victoria Park Sr.Centre to obtain your

pin number.All registrations will be processed on a first come, first serve basis. PLEASE NOTE:

Registrations that are dropped off in person, mailed or feaxed before registration starts will be processed at the end of the first day of registration. Registration begins March 8th.

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Victoria Park Seniors CentreDrop-in Activities

Mondays9-4 Billiards* DAILY: Puzzles, Coffee, Library9:00 a.m. Walking Group1:00 p.m. Quilting,1:00 p.m. Rug-Hooking1:00 p.m. Shuffleboard1:00 p.m. Drop-in Knitting/Crocheting (NEW!)1:30 p.m. Walking Group2:00 p.m. Choir 7:00 p.m. Duplicate Bridge*

Tuesdays9-4 Billiards* DAILY: Puzzles, Coffee, Library9:00 a.m. Walking Group10:00 a.m. Table Tennis1:00 p.m. Mah Jong (NEW!)1:00 p.m. Art Group1:00 p.m. Bid Euchre2:00 p.m. Shanghai (NEW!)7:00 p.m. Contract Bridge

Wednesdays9-4 Billiards* DAILY: Puzzles, Coffee, Library9:00 a.m. Walking Group10:00 a.m. Crokinole1:00 p.m. Wood Carving1:00 p.m. Craft Group1:00 p.m. Euchre1:00 p.m. Chess1:00 p.m. Duplicate Bridge*7:15 p.m. Beginner Line Dancing

Thursdays 9-4 Billiards* DAILY: Puzzles, Coffee, Library9:00 a.m. Walking Group9:15 a.m. Beginner Line Dancing 10:00 a.m. Darts1:00 p.m. Table Tennis1:00 p.m. Social Bridge7:30 p.m. Euchre

Fridays9-4 Billiards*, DAILY: Puzzles, Coffee, Library9:00 a.m. Walking Group9:30 a.m. Cribbage9:30 a.m. Scrabble11:00 a.m. Book Club (1st Fri. of month)1:00 p.m. Movie1:00 p.m. Bridge

*see description for fees

DROP - IN ACTIVITYGROUPS

• Art GroupThis drop-in group meets Tuesdays at1:00 pm and is open to artists of alllevels. Join us for a weekly social andcreative afternoon! Bring any type ofart or hobby you would like to work onand come tap into your creative side.

• Bid EuchreThis fun group meets Tuesdays at 1:00pm. Convenor: Andrea Corner 519-843-7406. We can teach you how toplay the game as well!

• Billiards, Snooker & PoolWe have two billiards tables availablefor members’ use, Monday to Friday,9:00 am to 4:00 pm. The Centre isalso open Monday to Thursdayevenings 7:00 to 9:00 pm. Fee: $35for an annual billiards membership(June 1, 2010-May 31, 2011). Youmust first be a member of the Centreto obtain a billiards membership ormembers of the Centre can pay thedrop-in fee of 25¢ per game (or $1.25for non-members). Contact: Ted Haines519-843-4408.

• Book ClubLove to read? Share your interest withothers! Group meets the first Friday ofthe month at 11:00 am to discuss thatmonth’s book. The book list is gener-ated based on group input and isavailable at the reception desk. Inter-ested in joining? Contact the Centreor Group Convenor: Lee Walsh 519-843-3491.

• BridgeDuplicate Bridge is played Mondays at7:00 pm (including holidays). $3 drop-in fee for members / $4 non (withprizes). Convenor: Don McNiven 519-843-1361.

Contract Bridge is played Tuesdays at7:00 pm. Convenor: Marjorie Lake519-843-7136.

Duplicate Bridge is played Wednes-days at 1:00 pm. No charge if youcome to the Wednesday Lunch other-wise $1 drop-in fee for members / $2non. Convenor: Leone Masson 519-843-2044.

Social Bridge is played Thursdays at1:00 pm. Convenor: Jean Holman519-843-2004.

• Carpet BowlingCalling all carpet bowlers! We arehoping to get this group going again!Newcomers welcome and we willshow you how to play. The group hadbeen meeting Tuesdays at 1:30 pm. Ifinterested, contact the Centre or Con-venor: Brian Dowling 519-843-5019.

• ChessWe are hoping to get this groupgoing! Contact the Centre if inter-ested. Want to learn to play? Lessonsare scheduled at 2:00 pm on April 7,May 5 or June 2. Call the Centre toregister. The group had been meetingWednesdays at 1:00 pm.

• Craft GroupJoin us for a good time on Wednes-days at 1:00 pm. Crafts made by thegroup are sold in the Centre’s CraftShoppe year round and at our annualFall Bazaar (First Sat. in November).All proceeds support the Centre. New-comers welcome! Contact Co-con-venors: Jean Haines 519-843-4408 orDiane Thompson 519-787-4179 orthe Centre if you would like to join.Can’t decide what to buy? Gift certifi-cates are also available from the CraftRoom! In 2009, this group raised over$6200 for the Centre!

• CribbageThis fun group meets Friday morningsat 9:30 am. They welcome new play-ers and we can teach you how to play.Convenor: Vern Dowdall 519-843-3907.

• CrokinoleThis fun group meets weekly onWednesdays at 10:00 am. Contact theCentre if you are interested or simplydrop-in! We can also show you howto play the game!

• DartsThis group meets Thursday morningsat 10:00 am. We can teach you howto play and there are darts availablefor those who do not have their own.Convenor: Don Martin 519-843-3153.

• Drama Group: The Victoria Park PlayersIf you enjoy performing, this fun andlively group is for you! No experienceneeded! The group meets weekly atpre-arranged times to practice andwill be starting up again in the spring.They organize two performances eachyear and will be working on the Spring


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Performance to be held May 14 atthe Centre. Interested? Contact theCentre 519-787-1814.

• Choir: Victoria Park EnsembleThis vibrant group practices Mon-days at 2:00 pm and is always look-ing for more people to join them!Join us if you love to sing or play aninstrument. Convenor: Morven Mc-Corquodale 519-843-5066.

• Drop-in Games & PuzzlesCome out and have a great time.Bring a friend! We have cards, crib-bage boards, checker boards, chess,crokinole and jigsaw puzzles available.

• EuchreWednesday afternoons at 1:00 pm(no charge if you attend theWednesday Lunch, otherwise $1drop-in fee for members / $2 non).

Thursday evenings at 7:30 pm.Drop-in fee: $2 members / $3 non(with prizes to be won). ThursdayNight Euchre convenors: Mary &Peter McDougall 519-843-4079.

• Financial Discussion GroupWe are hoping to start up thisgroup! The purpose of this group isto share information and learn howto better understand and manageyour investments. Interested? Con-tact the Centre or group leader:Joan Coxhead 519-843-3616.

• Knitting/Crocheting GroupThis new group meets Mondays at1:00 pm beginning March 15. Idealfor both beginners and advancedcrafters. Come and learn “how-to”or simply come in for ideas and in-spiration that will boost your cre-ativity through shared experience. Agreat opportunity to have fun, meetnew people and make long-lastingfriendships. Supplies available.Drop-in fee: $1 members / $2 non.Try it for free the first time! Convenor:Lise Stewart 519-787-3251.

• Line Dancing-DaytimeThis beginner group for men andwomen meet Thursday mornings9:15-11:00 am to learn basic steps.Convenors: Ray & Marie Burkitt519-846-0036. Could you help usinstruct this class? We are lookingfor volunteer instructors/helpers.

• Line Dancing-Evening Come out for fun and exercise on

Wednesdays from 7:15 to 8:45 pmto learn basic steps. Join us! Con-venors: Anne & Ron Davidson 519-787-2305.

• Mah JongJoin this fun, newly formed groupwhich meets Tuesdays at 1:00 pm!Mah Jong is a fun game of Chineseorigin which involves skill, strategy,calculation and a certain degree ofluck! Don’t worry, we will teach youhow to play! Try it for free the firsttime!

• MovieFridays at 1:00 pm. Drop-in fee: $2members / $3 non and includes re-freshments after the show! Be sureto pick up the movie descriptionpage from the Centre.

• Quilting GroupExperienced quilters are welcome tojoin this group, which meet Mon-days at 1:00 pm. Contact DianeThompson 519-787-4179 or JeanHaines 519-843-4408 or the Cen-tre if you would like to join. (If youwould like to learn to quilt, pleasecontact the Centre for quiltingcourses offered).

• Rug-Hooking (Traditional)This group meets Monday after-noons at 1:00 pm. All are welcometo come for a creative, social after-noon. Newcomers welcome. Con-tact the Centre 519-787-1814.

• ScrabbleFriendly competition and fun! Thisgroup welcomes newcomers andmeets Friday mornings at 9:30 am.Convenor: Trudy Kelly 519-843-2506.

•ShanghaiJoin this newly formed card groupand learn to play Shanghai! If youlike the game Yahtzee, you will loveShanghai! We will teach you how toplay. Tuesdays at 2:00 pm. Try it forfree the first time! Convenor: RikaGrasman 519-843-4726.

• ShuffleboardJoin us for fun, friendship and gen-tle exercise on Mondays at 1:00 pm.Beginners are most welcome! Wewill teach you the game. ContactConvenor: Joan Lambert 519-787-1881 or Fern Saunders 519-843-3777.

• Table TennisExercise in disguise! It’s fun, non-

competitive play. Group meets Tues-day mornings at 10:00 am & Thurs-day afternoon at 1:00 pm.Newcomers welcome! Convenor:Valerie Benn 519-846-8160.

• Walking GroupsMonday afternoons at 1:30 pm (in-cluding statutory holidays) meetingat the Centre to explore a differentarea each week. No cost. All walk-ing levels welcome! Contact: RossChalmers 519-787-4135 or HaroldHennecke 519-843-2286.

Monday-Friday Mornings at 9:00am meeting at the track in VictoriaPark. No cost. All welcome! Walkingpoles are available for use. Contact:Donna Wagenaar 519-843-4754

• Wood CarvingGroup meets Wednesdays at 1:00pm to learn and share knowledge!Bring your own carving tools. $3drop-in fee for members only in-cludes wood. Convenor: PaulSpedaliere 787-2593 or Lloyd Os-burn 519-787-0805.

CENTRE SERVICES

Blood Pressure ClinicsHeld the 1st Wed each month from10:00 am to 12:00 pm at VictoriaPark Seniors Centre. Nora Bamsey,the Cardiac Nurse Specialist withthe Upper Grand Family HealthTeam, will check your blood pres-sure and provide free informationon how to control your blood pres-sure. No appointment needed –simply drop-in! No charge. Thanksto the Upper Grand Family HealthTeam for sponsoring this program.Upcoming clinic dates: April 7, May5, June 2.

Foot Care ClinicsIt’s important to prevent and treatfoot problems. Healthy feet make ahappier person! Registered NursePauline Mikol provides the foot care.$20.00. Appointments are neces-sary and fill quickly. To book your ½hour appointment, call the Recep-tion Desk at the Centre 519-787-1814. Bring a small towel with you.Please allow a minimum of 24hours if you need to cancel an ap-pointment so that we have time tocontact someone on the waiting list.Cash or cheques accepted.

Hearing ClinicsA free drop-in Hearing Clinic is heldon the 3rd Wednesday each monthat the Centre from 11:00 am to12:00 pm when a Hearing CareCounsellor from the Canadian Hear-ing Society is available to talk to youon a one-to-one basis about anyhearing concerns you may have.Drop-in clinic dates: March 17, April21, May 19, June 16. A FREE Hear-ing Screening Test (to identify thepossibility of hearing loss) is sched-uled for June 15 (call the ReceptionDesk at the Centre 519-787-1814to book your ½ hour appointment).

Wednesday LunchWednesdays at 12:00 pm. $6.50 formembers or $7.50 for non-mem-bers. Meet old friends or make newones while enjoying a delicious andnutritious lunch. Stay for a social af-ternoon of euchre, bridge, crafts orchess (no charge for these activitiesif you come for lunch) also: wood-carving or billiards! Menus are listedin the Centre’s monthly calendar.Call ahead to reserve your spot, assometimes lunch is sold-out. Don’tmiss our upcoming monthly home-made lunches:

March 17 (St. Patrick’s)April 21 (Spring Lunch)

May 19 (Victoria Day BBQ)June 16 (Celebrate Summer BBQ)

Garden Fresh BoxThe Garden Fresh Box is a non-profit, fresh produce-buying serviceoperated by the Guelph CommunityHealth Centre. Victoria Park SeniorsCentre is one of several depot sitesin Wellington County (but the onlysite in the Fergus area!). Your orderincludes a two-page newsletter withrecipes using the produce. For moreinformation about the program call519-821-6638. ext. 344. To order aGarden Fresh Box, contact VictoriaPark Seniors Centre 519-787-1814.Place your order by the 1st Friday ofthe month (cash only). Pick up yourorder on the 3rd Wednesday of themonth at Victoria Park Seniors Cen-tre between 1:00 and 4:00 pm.Please bring your own grocerybags!

Card ServiceDid you know that the Centre sendsout cards to members? If you hap-pen to know a member of the Cen-tre who may be ill, recovering from

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an operation, requiring a sympathycard, etc., let us know at the Centreor contact our Outreach Coordina-tor, Lori Runnalls.

Crafts for SaleVisit our lovely Craft Shoppe full ofbeautiful handmade items. All itemsare made by our talented craft andquilting group volunteers and thecrafts are available for sale yearround (gift certificates available!).Our annual Fall Bazaar fundraiser isalways held the first Saturday in No-vember featuring crafts made by thegroup. All proceeds support VictoriaPark Seniors Centre.

Monthly CalendarBe sure to pick up a copy of themonthly calendar, listing day-to-dayprograms at the Centre. It listsmenus for Wednesday lunches andalso next month’s programs. Freecopies are always available at theCentre and on the website.

Library, Newspapers & Coffee

Check out our newly reorganized li-brary area! Come out for coffee andbrowse through the newspapers(Toronto Star, Fergus-Elora News Ex-press, etc). The Centre also has asmall lending library, stocked bygenerous donations of books. Dropby to read a book or borrow one totake home! We also accept dona-tions of recent magazines for ourcoffee nook. A large selection of jig-saw puzzles are also available toborrow. Help yourself to any of theinformation pamphlets and govern-ment publications provided on a rangeof topics of interest to older adults.

Volunteer OpportunitiesInterested in volunteering at VictoriaPark Seniors Centre? There are anumber of volunteer positions avail-able: kitchen, registration desk, footclinic, special events, food prepara-tion, activity convenors and com-mittee work. For more information,please contact Kathryn Morgan519-787-1814.

Grocery Tapes FundraiserSupport the Centre by saving yourgrocery receipts when shopping atany Zehrs or L&M. We are collectingthese grocery receipts to help sup-port our programs! Simply drop offyour receipts to the Centre. Forevery $450 dollars worth of tapes,

we receive $1.00. It doesn’t soundlike much but it adds up! In 2009we raised over $500 for the Centrethanks to your support!

2010 Waterloo/WellingtonSenior Games

The 2010 Seniors Games will beheld this year from May 25 to June3, 2010 in Kitchener. Participantscompete in various events from theseven surrounding communities:Cambridge, Kitchener, Waterloo,Guelph, Wilmot, Woolwich and Cen-tre Wellington. Some of the manyevents include: snooker, swimming,tennis, golf, euchre, bid euchre,bridge, darts, crokinole, cribbage,table tennis, scrabble, shuffleboardand much more! Registration formsavailable at Victoria Park SeniorsCentre. Friendly competition for in-dividuals 55 years and older. Formore information, please call 519-741-2505.

BUS TRIPS

We are always in the process of or-ganizing new bus trips for VictoriaPark Seniors Centre. Some trips maynot be listed in this Guide ifarranged after publication went toprint. Bus trips are advertised intravel flyers available at the Centreand in the monthly calendar. We en-courage you to contact the Centreanytime for updates. NOTE: Registerearly for bus trips to avoid the dis-appointment of a sold-out or can-celled bus trip. (We need to have aminimum number registered usually2 to 4 weeks in advance dependingon the venue).

St. Patrick’s ShowIncludes a visit to Belgian Nursery,Black Forest Inn for lunch and tradi-tional Irish music by one ofCanada’s greatest fiddlers, KarenReed also featuring Irish dancersupreme, Sarah Ferguson, luxurycoach transportation, gst, driver’sgratuity. Departs from the SeniorsCentre at 10:00 am, approx. return4:30 pm. Wear green and you couldwin a prize! Pre-register.

Monday, March 15$76 member / $86 non

Ikea, Vaughn Mills & Magnotta Winery

Includes stops at Ikea, Vaughn MillsShopping Centre, Magnotta Winery,luxury coach transportation, gst, dri-ver’s gratuity. Departs from the Sen-iors Centre at 9:00 am, approx.return 5:30 pm. Pre-register.

Monday, April 12$39 member / $49 non

Niagara Blossom TourIncludes stop at Kittling Ridge Win-ery, a scenic drive along the wineryroute, lunch at Betty’s Restaurant inChippewa, scenic drive by NiagaraFalls, stop at Rossi Glass, luxurycoach transportation, gst, driver’sgratuity. Departs from the SeniorsCentre at 9:00 am, aprrox. Return6:00 pm. Pre-register.

Monday, May 10$55 member / $65 non

Mystery TourNo, we can’t tell you as it wouldruin the surprise! Includes a beauti-ful scenic drive, a tour of interest, ashopping opportunity and a won-derful lunch, luxury coach trans-portation, gst, driver’s gratuity.Departs from the Seniors Centre at9:00 am, approx. return 6:00 pm.Pre-register.

Thursday, May 27$59 member / $69 non

St. Columbkille’s Church &Judy Garland Show

High on a hilltop just outside of Oril-lia is St. Columbkille’s. Enjoy a true,country-style lunch served by ladiesof this 100 year parish completewith homemade pies. Then enjoy aperformance of the “Judy GarlandShow” at the Orillia Opera House.Also includes luxury coach trans-portation, gst, driver’s gratuity. De-parts from the Seniors Centre at8:15 am, approx. return 6:30 pm.Pre-register.

Thursday, June 10$89 member / $99 non

Miss Midland Boat CruiseIncludes a spectacular lunch at theDelawana Inn, Miss Midland boatcruise luxury coach transportation,gst, driver’s gratuity. Departs fromthe Seniors Centre at 8:15 am, ap-prox. return 7:00 pm. Pre-register.

Thursday, June 24$78 member / $88 non

The Magic of Quebec & The Saguenay River Fjords

Highlights: whale watching cruise,Ile-aux-Coudres, Trois Rivieres, snackat outdoor bread ovens, SaguenayRiver Fjords cruise, tour of Ile d'Or-leans, Maritime Museum. Includes:6 days, 5 nights accommodation,several meals, luxury coach trans-portation, hst, driver’s gratuity. Finalpayment due May 3. (Price listed is priceper person). Sun. July 18 to Fri. July 23.

Twin: $1238, Triple: $1130Quad: $1071, Single: $1626

Port Dalhousie & Niagara Bus Trip

Includes: lunch at the Port MansionRestaurant in Port Dalhousie, ridethe famous Port Dalhousie merry-go-round, stroll through the mar-ketplace and take a walk on thescenic pier to watch the boats go inand out of the Lock, then on to Pud-dicombe Farms for wine tasting anda farm tour by train, luxury coach trans-portation, hst, driver’s gratuity. Departsfrom the Seniors Centre at 8:30 am,approx. return 5:00 pm. Pre-register.

Thursday, July 15$59 members/$69 non

The Mousetrap by Agatha Christie

Includes a delicious home cookedlunch with country hospitality at thecentury old Herongate Barn Theatre,the theatre production “The Mouse-trap”, luxury coach transportation,hst, driver’s gratuity. Departs fromthe Seniors Centre at 8:30 am, ap-prox. return 6:30 pm. Pre-register.

Wednesday, August 25$88 members / $98 non

Guys & DollsIncludes a scenic drive to Millbankwith a stop at Millbank Cheese &Butter, a delicious lunch at AnnaMae’s Bakery & Restaurant, then onto the Drayton Festival Theatre for aproduction of “Guys & Dolls”, lux-ury coach transportation, hst, dri-ver’s gratuity. Departs from theSeniors Centre at 9:30 am, approx.return 5:15 pm. Pre-register.

Wednesday, September 22$86 members / $96 non


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Muskoka SteamshipsLuncheon Cruise

Includes the cruise and a deliciouslunch on board, a tour of theMuskoka Boat & Heritage Centre, avisit to Johnston’s Cranberry March,luxury coach transportation, hst, dri-ver’s gratuity. Departs from the Sen-iors Centre at 8:30 am, approx.return 8:30 pm. Pre-register.

Wednesday, October 6$81 members / $91 non

FITNESS CLASSES

All fitness participants are requiredto fill out a Physical Activity Readi-ness questionnaire (PAR-Q), avail-able at the Centre. We encourageyou to register early for fitnessclasses as space is limited. Due toallergies, please avoid wearing per-fume. Please Note: Somespaces are still available in fit-ness classes that began theweek of March 1.

Strength TrainingCertified fitness instructor KellyOffer will help you regain strengthand stamina and then build on thatto improve bone density, coordina-tion and stability in this intermedi-ate level class. Become fit with theuse of body weight, resistance tub-ing and chairs. Strengthen and tonevarious muscle groups. Pre-register.(No class May 24)

Mondays, 1:00-1:45 pmApril 26 – June 21 (8 classes)

$38 member/$44 non

Low Impact AerobicsAn intermediate level, moderate in-tensity class for those with goodmobility or those who’ve taken fit-ness classes before. Instructor: KellyOffer. Pre-register.

Tuesdays, 9:00-9:45 am April 27 – June 22 (9 classes)$42.75 member/$49.50 non

Beginner Strength TrainingBeginner exercise program ideal forthose new to fitness or for thosewanting gentle range of motion ex-ercises to improve balance, flexibil-ity and muscle tone. Suitable forthose who must exercise from achair or for those who can stand. In-

structor: Kelly Offer. Pre-register.

Tuesdays, 10:00-10:45 amApril 27 – June 22 (9 classes)$42.75 member/$49.50 non

Thursdays, 11:00-11:45 amApril 29 - June 24 (9 classes)$42.75 member/$49.50 non

Pilates for Osteoporosis & Osteoarthritis

Much of the classical Pilates reper-toire is contraindicated for osteo-porosis and osteoarthritis and canactually put you at risk for fractureand exacerbate the risk factors as-sociated with these conditions. Inthis class we will manipulate the Pi-lates repertoire to make it bone safeand even effective for building bonedensity. If you have been diagnosedwith osteopenia, osteoporosis or os-teoarthritis, this is the class for you.Join certified fitness instructor KellyOffer for this fun and challengingclass! Pre-register.

Tuesdays, 11:00-11:45 amApril 29 – June 24 (9 classes)$42.75 member/$49.50 non

Sit & Fit – Muscle (formerly Healthy Hearts)

Join certified fitness instructor, JulieWynhofen for this fitness class de-signed especially for those with lim-ited mobility, balance difficulties orspecialized health concerns such asany chronic conditions that affectthe heart, lungs, bones, jonts ormuscles (ie: arthritis). This coursewill help you maintain and improveyour muscular capabilities, range ofmotion, mobility and flexibility.(Doctor referral required. Pickupform at the Centre). Pre-register

Tuesdays, 11:50 am-12:35 pmApril 27 – June 22 (9 classes)$42.75 member/$49.50 non

Stretch & Tone (Stability Ball)

Improve balance and strength usingballs and mats. The ball offers manyoptions, is suitable for beginner toadvanced participants and will im-prove your balance, strength andflexibility. All equipment supplied.Mat exercises can be done seated ina chair. Instructor: Kelly Offer. Pre-register.

Wednesdays, 9:00-9:45 am

April 28 – June 23 (9 classes)$42.75 member/$49.50 non

Men’s Fitness - Back to BasicsIf you have ever suffered an episodeof back pain (or simply want toavoid an episode) then this is theclass for you. We will work onstrengthening and conditioningyour abs and back for reduced backpain, better stability and a flatterstomach. While the focus of thisclass is the core, some flexibility andbalance training will round out theprogram. A maximum of 6 partici-pants allows for more individualizedattention. Instructor: Kelly Offer. Pre-register.

Wednesdays, 9:50-10:30 am April 28 – June 23 (9 classes)$42.75 member/$49.50 non

Sit & Fit – CardioJoin certified fitness instructor, JulieWynhofen for this fitness class de-signed especially for those with lim-ited mobility and balancedifficulties. This course will focus onimproving your cardio vascular func-tion and strengthening your heart.It will help you maintain and im-prove your range of motion, mobil-ity and flexibility. (Doctor referralrequired. Pickup form at the Centre).Pre-register.

Wednesdays, 10:45-11:30 amApril 28 – June 23 (9 classes)$42.75 member/$49.50 non

Advanced Strength Training

This class is designed for those whohave had previous strength trainingexperience (one year or more)and/or are mobile enough to transi-tion from standing to mat work andback again. This class uses variousresistance and balance trainingequipment. Join certified fitness in-structor Kelly Offer for this fun andchallenging class! Pre-register.

Thursdays, 9:00-9:45 am April 29 – June 24 (9 classes)$42.75 member/$49.50 non

Beginner to IntermediateLevel Strength Training

Class will accommodate those newto fitness, at a beginner level orthose at a more intermediate level.Certified fitness instructor KellyOffer will help you regain strength

and stamina and then build on thatto improve bone density, coordina-tion and stability. Become fit withthe use of body weight, resistancetubing and chairs. Strengthen andtone various muscle groups. Optionswill be given to accommodate alllevels of fitness. Pre-register.

Thursdays, 10:00-10:45 am April 29 – June 24 (9 classes)$42.75 member/$49.50 non

FREE Class: Urban PoleWalking/Nordic Walking

A no commitment way to try thisfun class! In cease your stability,balance and burn calories! Polesprovided or you can bring your own.This free outdoor class is presentedby certified fitness instructor KellyOffer. Please dress for walking out-side in all weather. Two dates tochoose from. Pre-register.

Thurs. April 29, 12:30-1:30 pmThurs. June 3, 12:30-1:30 pm

Urban Pole Walking/NordicWalking

Think cross-country skiing withoutthe skis! This outdoor pole walkingprogram will help you build a regu-lar walking routine into your life. Ahighly effective core musclestrengthening exercise that in-creases stability and balance. Polesreduce impact on knee and hipjoints. Safe, enjoyable and easy tolearn. Learn proper techniques forbreathing, posture and balance. Joincertified fitness instructor Kelly Offerfor this fully integrated walking pro-gram that turns walking into aworkout! Great workout in all typesof weather. Come dressed for theweather, we walk rain or shine! Pre-register. (Poles provided or you canbring your own). (No class July 1).

Thursdays, 12:30-1:30 pmMay 6–May 27 (4 classes)

$34 member /$39 non

Thursdays, 12:30-1:30 pmJune 10–July 8 (4 classes)

$34 member /$39 non

**NOTE: Take any of two of theabove fitness courses per week (perperson) and save $5 OR take threefitness courses per week (per per-son) and save $10.

Break Through: OsteoporosisPrevention and ManagementBeginner level fitness and informa-tion program, developed by Osteo-porosis Canada and designedspecifically for adults 50+ to helpachieve good bone health and re-duce risk for developing osteoporo-sis. For those with osteoporosis, itwill help treat the disease, managesymptoms and avoid fractures. Foreach class, certified fitness instruc-tor Kelly Offer, will provide informa-tion and exercises designed tomaintain bone strength, prevent boneloss and falls. Pre-register. Due to grantfunding, class is free! Pre-register.

Thursdays, 11:00-11:45 am April 29-June 24 (9 classes)

No charge

Gentle YogaThis 1.5 hour class is a safe andgentle path to both increasing vital-ity and deepening relaxation. Wewill use chairs, straps and blocks tosupport our postures. Yoga improvesmobility, circulation, and strengthand enhances your overall sense ofwellness. Please bring a yoga matand yoga block to class. Instructor:Karen Murtagh. Pre-register. (Noclass May 24).

Mondays, 10:40am-12:10pmApril 12 - June 21 (10 classes)

$75 members /$79 non

Thursdays, 11:10 am-12:40 pm April 15-June 17 (10 classes)


Tai Chi (Daytime)This slow-moving, meditative andgentle exercise helps restore andmaintain fitness and flexibility. Thisnon-strenuous introductory class issuitable for all ages and fitness lev-els. Instructor: Billye Milliken. Pre-register. (No class May 24).

Mondays, 9:00-10:00 amApril 26-June 21 (8 classes)


Poker WalkTo celebrate Seniors Month, join usfor a fun morning to promote fun,physical activity! At designatedstops, you will receive a playingcard. At the end of the walk we willsee who has the best poker hand.No poker playing experienceneeded! (Walking a total of 2 kms).Prizes to be won! No charge but

please pre-register. (Walking polesavailable for use).

Mon. June 14 @ 10:30 amWalking Groups

Monday afternoons at 1:30 pm (in-cluding statutory holidays). Thegroup meets at the Centre to ex-plore a different area each week. Nocost. All walking levels welcome!Contact: Ross Chalmers 519-787-4135 or Harold Hennecke 519-843-2286.

Monday to Friday Mornings at 9:00am meeting at the track in VictoriaPark. No cost. All welcome! Walkingpoles are available for use. Contact:Donna Wagenaar 519-843-4754.

DANCE PROGRAMS

Belly Dancing for Fun & Fitness (Daytime)

Start your week with a gentle exer-cise that stretches, strengthens andtones specific muscle groups as youlearn a variety of belly dance move-ments. Experience the magical ef-fects created as you dance with aveil. Veil work provides the ultimatetorso and arm workout. Come andtry the oldest dance form in theworld. For adults aged 21 and up.Bring a yoga mat. Veils are provided.Pre-register. (No class May 24)

Mondays, 9:00-10:30 am April 12–May 17 (6 classes)


Mondays, 9:00-10:30 am May 31–July 5 (6 classes)$35 members /$42 non

Belly Dancing - Beginner(Mon. Evening)

In this two-part course, students willlearn the basic foundation move-ments of belly dance. These move-ments involve the torso, the hips,travelling steps and turns. Studentswill use a veil as a prop by manipu-lating the fabric to frame or flowaround the body. This ancient danceform is practised around the worldby people of all ages. For adultsaged 21 and up. Bring a yoga mat.Veils are provided. Pre-register. (Noclass May 24).

Mondays, 7:00-8:30 pm April 12–May 17 (6 classes)


Mondays, 7:00-8:30 pm May 31–July 5 (6 classes)$35 members /$42 non

Belly Dancing – Beyond Basics (Wed. Evening)

Students will expand their knowl-edge of belly dance by layeringsteps and shimmies to existingfoundation movements. Studentswill learn and execute short veilcombinations. The last part of theclass involves the use of finger cym-bals. A variety of zil patterns will beintroduced. For adults aged 21 andup. Bring a yoga mat. Veils are pro-vided. Pre-register. (No class April21, May 19, June 16)

Wednesdays, 7:00-8:30 pm April 14–May 26 (5 classes)$29.25 members /$35 non

Wednesdays, 7:00-8:30 pm June 2–July 7 (5 classes)

$29.25 members /$35 non

**NOTE: Take any two of the abovebelly dancing courses per week (perperson) and save $5.

FREE Class: Zumba GoldA chance for you try out this new fit-ness/dance class to see what it is allabout! Instructor: Nerine Christie.Pre-registerMon. March 29, 12:10-12:55 pm

No charge

Zumba GoldZumba Gold is a fitness craze thatis sweeping the nation that is de-signed for the active older adult. Afusion of international music, thisclass tones and sculpts without youeven knowing it. This class is basedon the principle that a workoutshould be fun & easy to do. If youlike to dance, you will love Zumba.Instructor: Nerine Christie. Try thefree trial class on March 29! Pre-register. (No class May 24).

Mondays, 12:10-12:55 pm April 12–May 17 (6 classes)


Mondays, 12:10-12:55 pm May 31–July 5 (6 classes)$45 members /$51 non

Line DancingDaytime Line Dancing:This beginnergroup for men and women meetThursdays 9:15-11:00 am to learn

basic steps. Drop-in fee: $1 mem-bers / $2 non. Convenors: Ray &Marie Burkitt 519-846-0036. Couldyou help instruct this class?Evening Line Dancing :Come out forfun and exercise on Wednesdaysfrom 7:15 to 8:45 pm to learn basicsteps. Drop-in fee: $1 members / $2non. Convenors: Anne & Ron David-son 519-787-2305.

DAYTIME COMPUTERCLASSES

Beginner & IntermediateComputer Course

Focusing on Email, Internet searchesand basic word processing skills.Three students per class. Five weeks(one hour class held Mon. after-noons and Wed. mornings). Begin-ners will be introduced toinformation required to effectivelyuse their computers. Those withsome keyboard experience will learnnew skills to help better managetheir work. Including how to: workwith Windows, make your computer“user friendly”, type letters, preparetables/charts, columns and posters,avoid problems and what to dowhen mistakes happen. Instructionmanual included. Instructor: JoanCoxhead. (No class May 24).

Mon 1:15-2:15 pm &Wed 9:30-10:30 am

April 7–May 10 (10 classes)$79 member / $89 non

Mon 2:30-3:30 pm &Wed 10:45-11:45 am

Apr 7 - May 10 (10 classes)$79 member / $89 non

Mon 1:15-2:15 pm &Wed 9:30-10:30 am

May 17 - June 21 (10 classes)$79 member / $89 non

Mon 2:30-3:30 pm &Wed 10:45-11:45 am

May 17-June 21 (10 classes)$79 member / $89 non

Purchasing a New Computer

Are you in the market for a newcomputer but not sure where tobegin? Presenter Dushan Grunsteinwill take you through the steps ofbuying a computer, including deter-mining your needs and require-


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ments, what to look out for, whatthe “extras” are and help you getstarted. Two dates to choose from.Pre-register.Wed. March 10, 2:00-4:00 pm

$15 member / $18 non

Wed. June 2, 2:00-4:00 pm$15 member / $18 non

Troubleshoot Your ComputerLearn how to avoid those annoyinglittle messages that keep appearingon your computer screen with thesepreventative steps for your com-puter. Instructor: Dushan Grunstein.

Wed. Mar. 31, 2:00-4:00 pm$15 member / $18 non

“Ctrl, Alt, Delete” Can Be Your Friend

We are all hesitant of trying some-thing new on our computers for fearof breaking it. Learn how to trou-bleshoot on your computer becausein reality, they are hard to break.When all else fails, hit: “ctrl, alt,delete”. Instructor: Dushan Grunstein.

Wed. April 7, 2:00-4:00 pm$15 member / $18 non

Computer Maintenance & Clean Up

Is your computer too slow? Learnhow to get peak performance out ofyour computer. Topics: removing un-used programs, defragmenting yourhard drive, checking for free HDspace, ScanDisc, virus and hackerprotection, spyware and adware.Some mouse and keyboard experi-ence needed. Instructor: DushanGrunstein. Pre-register.

Fridays, 2:00-4:00 pmApril 9-April 23 (3 classes)


Computer PrintingThis workshop will teach you aboutthe world of computer printers.Whether you are looking to buy oneor want to do more with the oneyou own, this course will help youunderstand the benefits of today’sprinters. Instructor: Dushan Grunstein.


Computer ProtectionThis class will focus on the ways youcan protect your computer fromviruses, spam and internet scams.

Instructor: Dushan Grunstein.


Downloading RefresherThis workshop is for those who havesome experience in downloading orwho want to know what can bedownloaded from the Internet. Wewill go to some of the best “free-bie” sites and discuss the steps ofsafe downloading. Instructor:Dushan Grunstein.


Computer Photo EditingNow that you have taken all thosedigital photos, learn how to storeand edit them. Learn to transfer pic-tures from your camera using thecomputer’s built-in function. Learnhow to edit your photos (touch upcolour, crop, add special effects),print and incorporate them into let-ters and other documents includingyour e-mail program. Some com-puter experience needed. Instructor:Dushan Grunstein. Pre-register.

Fridays, 2:00-4:00 pmApril 30-May 14 (3 classes)


EBay–Online Auction SiteDo you have treasures just collectingdust? They may be worth cash if youknow the secret to selling. Or maybeyou are looking for something spe-cial or want to complete a collec-tion? Learn how to do it all on EBay,the internet’s most popular auctionsite. Instructor: Dushan Grunstein.

Wed. May 5, 2:00-4:00 pm$15 member / $18 non

E-mail RefresherThis class will be of assistance toyou if you already use e-mail, butwould like a refresher about e-mailfeatures, opening and including at-tachments and protecting yourselffrom viruses. Instructor: DushanGrunstein.


Face BookFace Book is a very popular socialnetworking website that allows youto join “networks” of groups andfriends to chat with online. Learnhow to share pictures, stories and

keep updated with family andfriends. Instructor: Dushan Grunstein.


Downloading Free StuffEver wonder how people get thatgreat software, games or music fortheir computer for free? This coursewill show you where to go to get thatfree stuff as well as the process fordownloading and proper file man-agement. Participants should be com-fortable with the mouse and haveinternet browsing experience. Instruc-tor: Dushan Grunstein. Pre-register.

Fridays, 2:00-4:00 pmMay 21-June 4 (3 classes)


YouTubeYouTube is a video sharing websitewhere users can upload, view andshare video clips. Every day someshort video clip on YouTube makesheadline news. This class will giveyou some tips on how you can jointhe fun. Instructor: Dushan Grun-stein. Pre-register.


Introduction to Web Site & Page Design

Learn how to design your own in-ternet web page that can be postedfor the world to see. Explore for-matting, web colours, images andlinks – all essential elements of aweb page. Participants should becomfortable with the mouse andhave some internet browsing expe-rience. Instructor: Dushan Grun-stein. Pre-register.

Wednesdays, 2:00-4:00 pmJune 9-June 23 (3 classes)


Word & Excel 2007Microsoft Word is an excellent pro-gram to help you create better doc-uments, letters, cards and so muchmore. You will also be introduced tothe capabilities of Microsoft Excel,spreadsheet software, which allowsyou to create charts, graphs and for-mulas, prepare budgets and more.Some mouse and keyboard experi-ence needed. Instructor: DushanGrunstein. Pre-register.

Fridays, 2:00-4:00 pmJune 11-June 25 (3 classes)

$45 member / $54 nonNew Computer Know HowIf you have recently purchased acomputer but do not know where tostart, this class will give you a gen-eral overview. Presenter: DushanGrunstein. Pre-register.

Wed. June 30, 2:00-4:00 pm$15 members / $18 non

EVENING & WEEKENDCOMPUTER CLASSES

Microsoft Office 2007Microsoft Office 2007 is an amaz-ing package of computer softwarethat can help you in your day to daylife - if you know how to use it. Letus show you the shortcuts and howthe components of this suite of soft-ware (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)can work for you. Register for oneclass or register for 3 classes in theseries and save $5. Instructor: CorieKelly, MOUS (Microsoft Office UserSpecialist). Pre-register.

Word 2007 IntroductionMicrosoft Word is a great programto help you create better documents,letters, cards and much more! Instruc-tor: Corie Kelly, MOUS. Pre-register

Thurs. April 15, 6:00-8:00 pm$15 member / $18 non

Word 2007, I need to know more! Level 1

Create a newsletter to share withfamily and friends. This creativecourse will show you how to createnewspaper style columns and workwith Clipart, photos and WordArt. In-structor: Corie Kelly, MOUS. Pre-register


Word 2007, I need to know more! Level 2

Learn how to use Word’s MailMerge options to create letters, la-bels and envelopes. Create tables toorganize data and perform sortsand calculations. Instructor: CorieKelly, MOUS. Pre-register



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Excel 2007 IntroductionAn introduction to the capabilitiesof Microsoft Excel, spreadsheet soft-ware, that allows you to createcharts, graphs and formulas, pre-pare budgets and more. Instructor:Corie Kelly, MOUS. Pre-register

Tues. May 4, 6:00-8:00 pm$15 member / $18 non

Excel 2007, I need to know more! Level 1

Learn more advanced formula’s thatwill allow you to analyze spread-sheet data and create multiple sheetworkbooks. Instructor: Corie Kelly,MOUS. Pre-register


Excel 2007, I need toknow more! Level 2

Manage data lists in Excel, sort, fil-ter and create pivot tables andcharts. Instructor: Corie Kelly, MOUS.Pre-register


PowerPoint 2007 Introduction

Learn how to develop effective pre-sentations of pictures, text andgraphics. Instructor: Corie Kelly,MOUS. Pre-register


PowerPoint 2007, I need to know more!

Add pizzazz to your presentations,learn how to customize animationeffects and create your own presen-tation templates. Instructor: CorieKelly, MOUS. Pre-register


Online Garage SalesUsing E-bay and Kijiji to Buy & SellOne persons’ garbage is anotherpersons’ treasure. Discover hiddentreasures or sell your own usingthese two popular sites. Learn howto create your account, search avail-able goods, put in bids or sell itemsand how to safely make purchases. In-structor: Corie Kelly, MOUS. Pre-register

Sat. April 24, 9:30-11:30 am$15 member / $18 non

Face BookFace Book is a very popular socialnetworking website that allows youto join ‘networks’ of school, com-munity groups and friends to chatwith on-line. Learn how to sharepictures and stories and keep up-dated with family and friends. In-structor: Corie Kelly, MOUS.Pre-register

Sat. April 24, 1:00-3:00 pm$15 member / $18 non

Internet & Webmail Using Internet Explorer, saving webpages in favourites & links, search-ing the web for given tasks, savingimages from the web and usingthem in other applications, settingup web email accounts and manag-ing your mail are just a few of thetopics covered in this fun and in-formative course. Instructor: CorieKelly, MOUS. Pre-register

Sat. June 19, 9:30-11:30 am$15 member / $18 non

Twitter & BloggingNo, this is not a course to teach youabout bird calls or the latest artcraze but a new way of communi-cating what you are doing through-out the day to your family andfriends. Learn how to create a Twit-ter account and tweet with the bestof them. Check out websites thatoffer free blogging areas and ex-plore your creative side. Instructor:Corie Kelly, MOUS. Pre-register

Sat. June 19, 1:00-3:00 pm$15 member / $18 non

Picture Perfect – ManagingDigital Images

Digital cameras and scanners arenow found in most homes and of-fices and have great potential to en-hance projects and services if usedeffectively. This course will sharepractical strategies and techniquesfor managing and using digital im-ages acquired through digital pho-tography or scanning. The coursewill show participants how to en-hance and manage images usingsimple desktop applications, incor-porate them into documents andprojects, and place them online viaapplications such as Picasa andFacebook. Instructor: Corie Kelly,MOUS. Pre-register

Tuesdays, 6:00-8:00 pm

April 20 & 27 (2 classes)$30 member / $36 non

CREATIVE ARTS & MUSIC

Drop-In Knitting/CrochetGroup (Chicks with Sticks!)This new drop-in knitting and cro-chet group is ideal for both begin-ner to advanced crafters. Come andlearn “how-to” or simply come infor ideas and inspiration that willboost your creativity through sharedexperience. This is a great opportu-nity to have fun, meet new peopleand make long-lasting friendships.Supplies available during drop-in ses-sions. Volunteer instructor: Lise Stew-art. Drop-in fee: $1 members / $2non-members. Try it free the first time!

Begins: Mon. March 151:00 - 3:00pm

Ukulele!Everyone welcome! We’ll work onchord skills and classic tunes to singalong to. Ukuleles and stands canbe purchased from the instructor.Learn in a fun and relaxed atmos-phere. No previous music back-ground needed. Pre-register oneweek in advance. Instructor: Lor-raine McDonald. (No class July 1)

Thursdays, 9:30-11:30 amApril 22-May 27 (6 classes)

$49 member /$54 non

Thursdays, 9:30-11:30 amJune 3-July 15 (6 classes)

$49 member /$54 non

GuitarDo you have a guitar collecting dustin a closet? Are you a little rustyfrom not playing for years? Then thisis the course for you. In this relax-ing class we will learn to tune a gui-tar and how to play using chords,strumming and learn a few songs.You will need a guitar and a musicstand for this course. Instructor: Lor-raine McDonald. Pre-register. (Noclass July 1)

Thursdays, 1:30-3:30 pmApril 22-May 27 (6 classes)

$49 member /$54 non

Thursdays, 1:30-3:30 pmJune 3 - July 15 (6 classes)

$49 member /$54 non

Bunka ArtistryOriginating from Japan, this craftuses a punch needle and silk-likerayon threads to create beautifulpictures resembling delicatelyshaded paintings. No knots to tieand mistakes are easy to correct.This course is for all skill levels. Allsupplies available from instructorMary Pierson (beginner kit cost:$50). Beginners are welcome andcan start anytime! See samples atthe Centre. Pre-register.

Tuesdays, 9:30-11:30 amApril 13-May 18 (6 classes)


Tuesdays, 9:30-11:30 amMay 25-June 29 (6 classes)


Calligraphy: ItalicUsing a broad edge nib, learn towrite the Italic Script which is aclear, legible script that you can usefor many applications. Tools needed:dip pen holder, nibs, (water soluble)ink (or gouache) quad pad. Instruc-tor will supply holder and nibs forapprox. cost of $10. Instructor: Mar-garet McCarney. Pre-register.

Mondays, 9:00-10:30 amApril 19-May 17 (5 classes)


Magic TricksAmaze the kids and grandkids (andsometimes yourself!) by taking thisbasic magic tricks class taught byaward-winning magicomedian PeterMarucci. Each class will be devotedto a couple of tricks, including howto do it and the story lines that canbe woven around the “magic”. Inaddition to being a fun way of en-tertaining, it is ideal for maintaininghand-eye coordination, hand flexi-bility and mental agility. Pre-register.

Mondays, 11:00am-12:00 pmApril 19-May 17 (5 classes)

$5 member / $8 non

Card Making / Rubber Stamping

Beginner to advanced stampers willenjoy this fun, hands-on car-makingworkshop. Create your own person-alized cards and learn other craftyideas! Bring scissors, glue stick anda $6 supplies fee to class. Instructor:Joanne McTavish. Pre-register.

Tues. April 20, 9:30-11:30 am$3 member / $5 non

Watercolour PaintingLearn different techniques, leavingwhites, masking, negative spaces,centre of interest, glazing, colourvalue. You will work on yourfavourite subject, so bring a pictureor drawing. Supply list available atregistration. Instructor Vivian An-drews. Pre-register.

Fridays, 1:00-3:00 pmApril 23-June 18 (9 classes)


Genealogy: OrganizingYour Family!

Do you have some genealogical in-formation on your family but are notsure how to put it all together?Need help finding more informa-tion? Come with your information,stories and photos and learn how toorganize it into a book form thatyou will be able to share with fam-ily members. Supplies: $5 payable toinstructor at class. Instructor: Mar-garet McCarney. Pre-register.

Mondays, 9:00-10:30 amJune 14-July 12 (5 classes)


CARDS & GAMES

Learn to Play Bid EuchreJoin in a fun session with volunteerinstructor Andrea Corner for an in-troduction to this fun card game. It’seasy and you’ll learn quickly! Pre-register. Drop-in fee: $1 members /$3 non. Four dates to choose from:

Tuesday, March 23 @ 10:00 amTuesday, April 27 @ 10:00 amTuesday, May 25 @ 10:00 amTuesday, June 29 @ 10:00 am

Learn to Play PoolCalling all women! Have you alwayswanted to learn to play pool? Joinin this small, friendly class at theCentre in the billiards room to learnthe basics of the game. All equip-ment provided. Please pre-register.Drop-in fee: $1 members / $3 non.Three dates to choose from:

Wed. April 7 @ 2:00 pmWed. May 5 @ 2:00 pmWed. June 2 @ 2:00 pm

Learn to Play ChessHave you always wanted to learn to

play this intriguing game? Join usfor this fun session to learn the ba-sics with volunteer instructor DonMartin. Drop-in fee: $1 members /$3 non. Three dates to choose from:

Wed. April 7 @ 2:00 pmWed. May 5 @ 2:00 pmWed. June 2 @ 2:00 pm

GENERAL INTEREST

Book ClubLove to read? Share your interestwith others in this drop-in group atthe Centre! Group meets the firstFriday of the month at 11:00 am.March 5: The Five People You Meetin Heaven by Mitch Albom. Otherupcoming meeting dates (books tobe determined): April 9, May 7, June4. Pick up a complete book list atthe Centre, or contact Convenor LeeWalsh 519-843-3491. Drop-in fee:$1 members / $2 non. Pickup thebook list at the desk.

Financial Session: MonthlyIncome Solutions

Come and discover simple, consis-tent monthly income solutions. Taxefficient investments that have un-dergone the test of time so you cansleep at night. Presented by:Karen Kollee and Kyle Dietrich ofBMO Nesbitt Burns. Pre-register.

Mon. March 8 @ 10:30 am$1 member / $3 non

First Nations: TraditionalHealing and Beliefs

Don’t miss this interesting session!Presenter Lois Macdonald, from An-ishnabeg Outreach, will discuss theMedicine Wheel, the Four SacredMedicines and what they are usedfor. Lois will also describe othertypes of traditional healing methodssuch as Healing Circles, SweatLodges and others. Although thesemethods are different from theWestern conventional medicalmethods, she will also touch on howboth methods can be integrated in acomplimentary way. Pre-register.

Mon. March 15 @ 10:30 am$1 members / $3 non

Coin Appraisal ClinicHave you wondered about the valueof those coins you’ve been saving?Coin expert and volunteer, Donald

Quant, will value and identify yourcoins and trade dollars. He has beenan avid collector all his life and hasextensive knowledge to share. Bookyour appointment (between 1:00 &4:00 pm) prior to the clinic by callingthe Centre. Two dates to choose from.

Tuesday, March 16$1 member / $3 non

Tuesday, June 22$1 member / $3 non

55 Alive – Mature DriverImprovement Course

A driver refresher classroom courseby the Canada Safety Council tohelp mature drivers improve drivingskills. Learn about current rules ofthe road, how to operate your vehi-cle safely in today's driving environ-ment and some adjustments tocommon age-related changes in vi-sion, hearing, and reaction time.Gain more confidence behind thewheel. Instructor: Susan Fow (Certi-fied Professional Driving Instructor).Cost includes a workbook and aDriver Improvement Certificate issuedby Canadian Safety Council. Pleasepre-register one week in advance.

Tuesdays, 1:00-4:00 pmMarch 23 & 30 (2 classes)


The Lives of Poets andTheir Work

Join us for some interesting sessions– all about poets and their poetry!Join presenter Margaret McDonaldfor this enlightening session. Shewill be discussing various famouspoets. Find out about the interest-ing lives the selected poets led aswell as their poetry. Different poetsdiscussed in each session. Volunteerpresenter Margaret McDonald hasan extensive background in music,speech, arts and theatre. Drop-infee: $1 members / $3 non per ses-sion. Feel free to attend even justone or all four in the series:

Fri. March 26, 9:30-11:30 amFri. April 23, 9:30-11:30 amFri. May 28, 9:30-11:30 amFri. June 25, 9:30-11:30 am

Lunch & Tour of HeritageRiver Retirement ResidenceIf you have never toured HeritageRiver Retirement Residence in Elora,now’s your chance! Includes a deli-cious lunch at 12:00 pm at Heritage

River, a tour and entertainment – allat no cost to you! Please pre-regis-ter at Victoria Park Seniors Centre.Four dates to choose from: Wed.March 31, Wed. April 28, Wed. May26, Wed. June 30

Friday Movies!Fridays at 1:00 pm we show somegreat movies on a large-screen TV.Cost is only $2 for members or $3non to cover cost of refreshmentsafter the show. Thanks to Cherry HillVideo for helping to sponsor pro-gram! Pick up the detailed moviedescription page from the Centre.No need to pre-register – just drop-in!

April 9 – Ice CastlesApril 16 –

Diminished CapacityApril 23 - Julie & Julia

Cancelled April 30 (Art & Hobby Show)

May 7 – Amelia Cancelled May 14

(Spring Performance)May 21 – Imagine ThatMay 28 – Safe HarbourJune 4 – Love Happens

June 11 – Hachi: A Dog’s TaleJune 18 - Did You Hear About

The MorgansJune 25 – Old Dogs

Six Mistakes Retirees MakeWith Their Finances and

How to Avoid ThemThis session is for investors 55+who are planning to retire or havealready retired and who want toavoid costly mistakes. Topics cov-ered: a retiree’s biggest mistake andhow to avoid it, how to avoid out-living your money (your moneyshould not be retired!), two mostcommon mistakes in selecting mu-tual funds, avoiding risk while max-imizing growth, the least costmethod of long term care protection– free, how to avoid the govern-ment becoming your biggest bene-ficiary. Presented by Beth Hasson ofInvestors Group. Pre-register.

Mon. April 12 @ 10:30 am$1 members / $3 non

Sudoku Fun!Want to learn how to do this puzzlethat so many people seem to bedoing these days? Find out why it isso addictive! Or maybe you havetried doing it but can’t seem to getbeyond the easy or intermediate


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level? Learn some tips to help youon your way to solving the puzzlesquickly and without mistakes! Thosewho have taken this workshop be-fore are welcome to take it again asa refresher. (Thanks to volunteerBud Fauteux for leading these ses-sions). Drop-in fee: $1 members /$3 non per session Pre-register.Three workshop dates to choosefrom or attend them all!

Fri. April 16, 9:30-11:30 amFri. May 21, 9:30-11:30 amFri. June 18, 9:30-11:30 am

Lunch & Learn: Lessons Learned From the

Financial DownturnIt’s been almost a year since globalstock markets began to rebound.Looking back at the financial crisis,what lessons have we learned? Letus show you how to identify oppor-tunities, help minimize risk, enhancereturns, minimize taxes. Enjoy a freelight lunch. Presented by JamesRankin, Financial Advisor with Ed-ward Jones. No charge but pleasepre-register.

Tues. April 20 @ 12:00 pm

Slide Presentation: The ArcticCome out for a wonderful presenta-tion on the Arctic. Presenter BarbaraSykes travelled there on a 10 daytrip in September. She went to Res-olute Bay on the NW Passage downthe Baffin Coast, across the HudsonStrait to Kuuijak on Ungava Bay.Highlights include: 21 polar bears,walrus, harp seals and NorthernLights. Pre-register.


Kick Start: Early Literacy Skills

For Parents, Grandparents and Preschool Professionals

It is important to attend this work-shop if you have young children orgrandchildren from infancy to agefive, or if you work in a daycare set-ting. A solid foundation in begin-ning reading skills is vital for schoolsuccess. You will come away withhelpful information and handoutsabout early literacy and related funactivities for both home and school.It’s never too soon to start! Presen-ter Sue Foard, has extensive knowl-edge and experience in literacy as a

retired primary and special educa-tion teacher; an early literacyteacher leader and finally a curricu-lum leader/teacher mentor withinthe Upper Grand District SchoolBoard. Please pre-register by Apr. 22.

Thursday, April 297:00-8:30 pm


Shade GardeningJoin Trevor Ashbee, Horticulturalistfor the Township of Centre Welling-ton for this interesting and informa-tive shade gardening session. He’llprovide you with lots of useful in-formation and a slide presentationto help you get your garden in readyfor the season! Pre-register

Mon. May 3 at 10:30am$1 member/ $3 non

Live a New DreamDreams change as we change. Thislively, informative and illuminatingworkshop will focus on the areas ofyour life that YOU would like to ex-plore, be it health and fitness, spiri-tuality and growth, relationships,activity and creativity, wealth andprosperity, job and career, familyand friends or overall lifestyle. Funexercises, practical explorations anduseful tools will be our pact for theday. Join us! Presented by: DeborahSkoggard. Pre-register.

Fri. May 219:00am - 12:00 pm

$1 members / $3 non

The Birds of SpringDon’t miss this interesting slidepresentation. This will be an illus-trated talk on the birds returning tothe area following their spring migra-tion. Presented by Sandy Middleton,retired University of Guelph professorin the Department of Zoology.

Mon. May 17 @ 10:30 am$1 member / $3 non

Financial Discussion Group:Understanding Your

InvestmentsThis session is geared to investorsholding mutual funds. Know what“products” you hold and comparethem with other investment options.Increase your gains by learningabout the many costs involved andways to decrease those costs. This

discussion will put you on the roadto becoming “financially literate”and help you know what questionsto ask of your Financial Planner/Ad-visor. Pre-register. Group Leader:Joan Coxhead (Centre volunteer).(We are hoping to start up this as aweekly drop-in group to share in-formation and learn how to betterunderstand and manage your invest-ments. If interested contact the Cen-tre or Joan Coxhead 519-843-3616).

Mon. May 31 @ 10:30 am$1 member / $3 non

Lunch & Learn FinancialSeminar: Parenting Your

ParentsLearn about the financial implica-tions of aging and receive invalu-able worksheets, along with guidesfor crucial conversations. Most im-portantly, you’ll hear tips on howboth you and your parents canmake the most of their later years.Enjoy a free light lunch! Presentedby James Rankin, Financial Advisorwith Edward Jones. No charge butplease pre-register.

Tues. May 18 @ 12:00 pm

Public History: BringingHistory Alive, and to You!'

Ever wonder how history taught inthe dry halls of academe and re-search in the Ivory Tower relates towider, and often very popular, his-tory? In this talk, speaker KevinJames looks at oral tradition, popu-lar history and examples from musicand film as we explore ways inwhich we collaborate to make his-tory come alive. Guest speaker Dr.Kevin James is from the Universityof Guelph’s Scottish Studies HistoryDept. (You may know ProfessorKevin James from the History Chan-nel’s genealogy program “Ancestorsin the Attic”). Pre-register.

Fri. May 28 @ 10:00 am$1 members / $3 non

Brain GymImprove your brain fitness! Chal-lenge yourself in this fun and inter-active session which will help youon your way to improving yourmemory. Brain Gym and More is aninnovative program that supportsthe current brain research about thebrain’s plasticity. People who partic-ipate in this program may find that

it can reduce or slow down neuro-degenerative disease. Pre-register.Presented by Heritage River Retire-ment Residence.

Thurs. June 3 @ 1:30 pm$1 member / $3 non

Breakfast Financial Seminar: Foundations

of InvestingDon’t let fear of the unknown pre-vent you from investing in your fu-ture. Getting started can be easierthan you think if you understand thebasics. Whether you are new to in-vesting or need a refresher, learnmore about: key features of bonds,stocks and mutual funds, impor-tance of asset allocation, 5 steps tohelp you build a better investmentstrategy, impact of inflation on yourlong term goals. Presented by JamesRankin, Financial Advisor with Ed-ward Jones. Enjoy a free continentalbreakfast. No charge but pleasepre-register.

Mon. June 21 @ 10:15 am

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Diabetes Health SeminarDiabetes is a growing concern inour society. Learn what some of thewarning signs of blood sugar prob-lems are. Learn about risk factors fordiabetes, how to monitor your bloodsugar and why this is important.Find out which food choices havethe least impact on blood sugar lev-els. Presented by Corinne Malette-Wolter, Diabetes Patient Educatorwith Groves Hospital Pre-register.

Mon. March 22 @ 10:30 am$1 members / $3 non

Power Foods NutritionSeminar

These foods can help slow aging,prevent disease and boost immu-nity, to name just a few benefits.They are essentials of a healthy diet.Do you know what they are? Join inthis fun, interactive session and findout what you ahve been missing!And since March is Nutrition Monththere is no better time for healthyeating! Presented by CommunityFood Advisors with the Public HeathUnit. Pre-register.

Mon. March 29 @ 10:30 am$1 member / $3 non


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Put Pork On Your Fork!In this interactive (and tasty!) ses-sion, learn how pork can fit into adiet of healthy eating! Join DebCampbell, from Ontario Pork as shedemonstrates cooking with pork.There will be samples to try, lots ofhand-outs, resources and recipesavailable. Pre-register!


Counting Sheep &Can’t Sleep?

Join Health Care Professionals fromthe Upper Grand Family HealthTeam for an informal workshopabout how to promote a goodnight’s sleep!! This workshop willinclude meditation, reviews of re-cent sleep studies, nutrition andsleep facts and MORE! Pre-register.

Fri. April 23, 9:30-11:30 am$1 member/$3 non

The Arthritis Society’sChronic Pain Management

SeminarThe Arthritis Society is Canada’s onlynot-for-profit organization dedi-cated to arthritis education andcommunity support to the 4 millionCanadians living with arthritis. Thisworkshop is patterned after coursesections from the Arthritis Self-Man-agement Program. It is designed tostrengthen your ability to managearthritis and compliments prescribedtreatment programs provided byhealth-care professionals. Learnabout arthritis pain and what youcan do about it, medications, exer-cise and stress management. Shareexperiences with others living witharthritis. Topics: physical causes ofpain, what pain is, pain cycle; whatyou can do about it, relaxation tech-niques, coping with depression, useof exercise and handling fatigue.Pre-register.

Thurs. April 29, 1:00-3:00 pmNo charge

An Introduction to Homeopathy:

Homeopathy is a holistic, comple-mentary medicine that can be usedfor both acute and chronic ailments.Because it is a very dilute medicine,it is gentle, non-toxic, non-allergenicand has no side-effects. You caneasily learn enough about it to treat

yourself and family for colds, flusand first aid. For chronic ailments itis best to seek help from a qualifiedHomeopath. In this session pre-sented by Marg Gollinger, Home-opath (DSHM), she will discuss theprinciples of homeopathy and howit works, choosing remedies and po-tencies, what ailments it treats, howto take it and what to expect. Comeout and make a remedy! Pre-register.

Fri. April 30 @ 10:30 am$1 members / $3 non

Eating For the Bone of It!You can prevent bone loss. Let usshow you the foods and drinks thatcan make a difference! A dieticianand a wellness specialist from theUpper Grand Family Health Teamwill prepare healthy snacks anddrinks. Pre-register.

Mon. May 10 @ 10:30 am

Arthritis Self-ManagementProgram (ASMP)

Learn how to take control of yourarthritis by taking this 6-weekcourse presented by the Arthritis So-ciety. Learn how to cope withchronic pain, understand treatmentoptions and learn strategies to dealwith your pain. Connect with othersliving with arthritis. Textbook: $35per person or $50 per couple shar-ing book. Limited seating. Pleasepre-register by calling the ArthritisSociety at 1-800-321-1433.

Thursdays, 1:30-3:30 pmMay 20-June 24 (6 weeks)

Rightsizing our Homes andPossessions

Are you feeling overwhelmed withthe “stuff” in your home, or thinkingof downsizing to a smaller resi-dence? Wondering what to do withthe accumulations of a lifetime? Inthis workshop, professional organ-izers Liz Vogt and Kathy MacLean(Methodical Minds) will share tipsand strategies for clearing the clut-ter, deciding which treasures tokeep and what to do with the rest,making your current space organ-ized and efficient, and helping youmanage your move

Mon. May 31 @ 10:30 am$1 members / $3 non

10 Alzheimer TreatmentMyths Revealed

This talk looks at 10 of the mostcommon misunderstandings aboutAlzheimer's disease treatments, andis based on information from TheJohns Hopkins Memory Bulletin.Handouts. Refreshments included!Presented by Robin Smart, Educa-tion Coordinator with the AlzheimerSociety. Pre-register.

Fri. June 11 @ 10:00 am$1 member / $3 non

Hearing Screening Assessments

Come out and get your hearingscreened by Mary Young, HearingCare Counsellor with the CanadianHearing Society. Book your ½ hourappointment prior to the clinic bycalling the Reception Desk at Victo-ria Park Seniors Centre 519-787-1814. This is geared to individualswondering if their hearing haschanged and to hep identify thepossibility of hearing loss. If youwear hearing aids and have ques-tions, please call Mary Young at theCanadian Hearing Society 519-821-4242 to set up a separate appoint-ment. No charge.

Tuesday, June 15Appts: 9:00 am-3:00 pm

Make Up for Maturing SkinMyrna Hughes, Cosmetician fromShopper’s Drug Mart will guide youstep by step for hands-on makeupapplication with an emphasis onmaturing skin. You’ll learn tech-niques, colour choice and newtrends. See the new colours forspring and summer! Two morningsessions available. Pre-register. Lim-ited seating. Please attend sessionwith clean, makeup-free skin. Drop-in fee: $1 member /$3 non

Monday, June 289:30-10:30 am

OR 10:45-11:45 am

SPECIAL EVENTS

(Note: For some of the specialevents, there is a “early bird” re-duced ticket cost if purchased priorto the event. Please check events forthe early bird deadline).

Open House & New Members Welcome!

Get a taste of the life of a senior!Bring a friend and discover new ac-tivities and opportunities to makethe most of your retirement years.This is our opportunity to welcomecurrent members, new membersand future members! Anyone whowants to learn about what the Cen-tre has to offer is invited. See dis-plays of our activities, meet activityconvenors, advisory board members,program convenors, staff and othernew members. Enjoy refreshmentsand tours of the facility and learnabout the many opportunities andprograms available to you. A greatopportunity to find out what theCentre is all about. No charge!

Friday, March 1210:00 am-12:00 pm

St. Patrick’s Day Homemade Lunch

Erin Go Bragh! Celebrate St.Patrick’s Day at the Seniors Centrewith an Irish-themed homemadelunch of Irish stew, Irish soda bread,fruit cobbler with caramel sauce anda bit of Irish musical entertainmentby our Choir, the Victoria Park En-semble! Reserve your ticket aheadof time as there is limited seating.Thanks to the Centre’s ProgramCommittee for organizing thisfundraiser.

Wed. March 17 @ 12:00 pm$6.50 member / $7.50 non

Tan Jay Fashion ShowSee the new spring fashions fromTan Jay & Alia and the new arrivalsof jackets, pants, skirts, sweaters,vests and much more! Regular andpetite sizes available. Refreshmentsand door prizes included! Pre-regis-ter. Please note early bird deadline!(Would you be interested in volun-teering to model the clothes? Noexperience needed! ContactKathryn Morgan at the Centre).

Fri. March 26 @ 1:30 pm$5 members / $6 non (by Mar 19) $6 mem/$7 non (after Mar 19)

Fergus Grand TheatrePerformance:

“Agatha Christie’s AndThen There Were None”

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a reduced senior’s rate of $14 on-line at www.fergusgrandtheatre.caor by calling the Box Office 519-787-1981. March 25, 26, 27 or 28@ The Fergus Grand Theatre.

Volunteer AppreciationEvent

Volunteers are an integral part ofthe success and vibrancy of ourCentre. To celebrate all the time, ef-fort and energy volunteers give, Vic-toria Park Seniors Centre’svolunteers will be invited to the12th annual volunteer appreciationevent at the Grand River Raceway.

Tues. March 30 @ 9:15 am

Special Entertainment:New Horizons Band

Join us for a very special musicalperformance at the Centre. Enter-tainment provided by the New Hori-zons Band of Guelph. Enjoy thesounds of a 30-piece brass andwoodwind band and enjoy refresh-ments afterwards. Don’t miss it!Pre-register.

Fri. June 4 @ 10:00 am$1 member / $3 non

Dessert & Euchre Party! Join us at the Centre for a fun af-ternoon and enjoy delicious home-made dessert! Have fun playingeuchre with cash prizes to be won.Dessert served at 1:00 pm and eu-chre starts right afterward. Bring afriend! Thanks to the Centre’s Pro-gram Committee for organizing thisevent. Pre-register. Please note earlybird deadline!

Fri. April 16 @ 1:00 pm$5 mem / $6 non (by Apr 9)$6 mem/$7 non (after Apr 9)

Spring Homemade Wednesday Lunch

Join us for a special lunch at theCentre to celebrate spring! Reserveyour spot ahead of time (limited seat-ing). Thanks to the Centre’s ProgramCommittee for organizing this lunch.

Wed. April 21 @ 12:00 pm$6.50 members / $7.50 non

Art & Hobby ShowDo you have a hobby that youwould like to show off to others? Doyou draw, paint, wood carve, scrap-book, sculpt, make crafts, sew, knit,crochet, embroider, cross-stitch,stain glass (to name just a few)…Now is your chance to show off yourcreations! Have a fun afternoon atthe Centre displaying your art andhandicrafts and talking to othersabout your hobby! Please contactthe Centre if you would like to dis-play your work. Everyone is wel-come to come out and see theexhibits! Enjoy refreshments andsee the displays of interesting cre-ations! Donations gratefully ac-cepted. Drop-in!

Friday, April 30 1:00-3:00 pm

Spring PerformanceDon’t miss this very special after-noon performance produced by twovery talented Victoria Park SeniorsCentre groups: The Victoria ParkPlayers” and “The Victoria Park En-semble”. This is a one-of-a-kindevent! Donations gratefully ac-cepted.

Fri. May 14 @ 2:00 pm

Victoria Day BBQ LunchCelebrate Victoria Day by joining usfor a delicious BBQ lunch at theCentre. Enjoy barbecued hamburg-ers, a variety of homemade salads and dessert! Reserve your spot

ahead of time as there is limitedseating. Thanks to the Centre’s Pro-gram Committee for organizing thisevent.

Wed. May 19 @ 12:00 pm$6.50 members / $7.50 non

Celebrating Seniors’Month!

Did you know that June is Seniors’month? Enjoy a memorable after-noon of singing and entertainmentled by the Centre’s talented choir,“The Victoria Park Ensemble”. Joinus for a special homemade celebra-tion cake and lots of other treats! Allare welcome to join us! No charge.

Mon. June 7 @ 2:15 pm

Poker WalkTo celebrate Seniors Month, join usfor a fun morning to promote fun,physical activity! At designatedstops, you will receive a playingcard. At the end of the walk we willsee who has the best poker hand.No poker playing experienceneeded! (Walking a total of 2 kms).Prizes to be won! No charge butplease pre-register. (Walking polesavailable for use).

Mon. June 14 @ 10:30 am

Celebrate Summer BBQ!Celebrate summer by joining us fora barbeque lunch at the Centre ofbarbecued hamburgers, a variety ofhomemade salads and dessert! Re-serve your spot! Thanks to the Cen-tre’s Program Committee fororganizing this event.

Wed. June 16 @ 12:00 pm$6.50 members / $7.50 non

Strawberry SocialCome celebrate the Ontario straw-berry season! Join us for a fun af-ternoon of toe-tapping music withthe band: “Grand Connection” fora bit of bluegrass, country andgospel style music. Enjoy the soundsof violins, guitar and autoharpamong other instruments! And ofcourse, enjoy fresh Ontario straw-berries, shortcake and ice creamafter the show. Don’t miss this an-nual event! Thanks to the Centre’sProgram Committee for organizingthis. Pre-register. Please note earlybird deadline!

Tues. June 29 @ 2:00 pm$6 (by Jun 23)

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Sharon O’SheaSales Representative

Accredited Senior Agent

Monica HendelSales Representative

Accredited Senior Agent

135 St. David Street South, Unit #6Fergus,Ontario N1M 2L4www.edgerealtysolutions.comtel: 519-843-SOLD (7653) fax: 519-843-7652toll free: 1-888-928-EDGE (3343)email: [email protected]: [email protected]

• Boarding

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• Day Care

• Cemetery

Phone (519) 787-9934

Fax (519) 787-3861

5951 Highway 6, RR#5, Guelph, Ontario N1H 6J2

www.pinetreepetcarecentre.com

Introductory course for women 21 & over.

Belly Dance is a gentle aerobic exercise thatstrengthens and tones the entire body, promoting flexibility and boosts self-esteem.

This mysterious and ultra-feminine dancestyle has been passed down from mother todaughter for 100’s of years. It’s a greatmake-over for body and mind. Classes areheld at Victoria Park Centre for 6 wks,

150 Albert St. W. FERGUS.

Call 519-787-1814to reserve a spot for

day or evening class starting:

Belly Dance

Cost $42 for 6 weeks

Daytime: Monday 9am-10:30amApr. 12 - May 17 & May 31 - July 5

Evening: Monday 7-8:30pmApr. 12 - May 17 & May 31 - July 5

Wednesday 7-8:30 pmApr. 14 - May 26 & Jun 2 - July 7

WANTED: YOUR PROGRAM

IDEAS

• Do you have an idea for a newdrop-in activity?• Are you interested in taking acourse, seminar or workshop youdon’t see offered?• Do you have a skill you wouldlike to teach others?Please share your ideas withKathryn Morgan 519-787-1814.(Currently programming for Sum-mer 2010).

VOLUNTEERSNEEDED:

• Waterloo/Wellington Dis-trict 26 Senior Games 2011The Annual Senior Games will behosted by Centre Wellington (Vic-toria Park Seniors Centre) in May& June 2011. Interested in lend-ing us your talents? We are look-ing for volunteers! The Committeewill begin preparations in 2010and are looking for help withfundraising, registration, publicity,opening/closing ceremonies, eventconvenors, volunteer coordina-tion, food preparation and muchmore. Contact the Centre 519-787-1814 if you can help!• Line Dancing VolunteerCould you help teach line danc-ing? We need another volunteerto help out with the Thursday amclass. Contact the Centre 519-787-1814 or Marie Burkitt 519-846-0036.• Program CommitteeVolunteers are needed to help onthe Centre’s Program Committee,which plans and organizes special

events and fundraisers for theCentre. This Committee meetsonce a month on the first Mondayat 10:00 am. For more informa-tion contact the Centre.• Special EventsVolunteers are needed to helpwith food preparation, set up andorganization for special events.Please contact Kathryn Morgan519-787-1814.

ERRORS:

While precautions are taken toensure correct information, some-times mistakes are made. If anerror occurs in this publication,the computer registration systemwill be taken as the correct infor-mation.

PROGRAMCANCELLATIONS:

All classes are subject to cancella-tion if there are insufficient regis-trations. If your class is cancelleddue to insufficient enrolment, youcan transfer to another class or re-ceive a full refund.

REFUNDS:

Did you know that if you pay withyour credit card or debit card wecan refund your card should yourcourse be cancelled? Considerusing your credit card or debitcard to register for a course or bustrip – no more waiting for acheque in the mail!


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