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Mark your calendar.May to August - Hikes will begin at

the Gerrie Road entrance, Elora

September & October - Hikes will begin at

the Belwood Conservation Area - Main Entrance

November & December - Hikes will begin at

the Gerrie Road entrance, Elora

Evening hikes - please remember to bring your flash light!

For more information call 519.843.2800.

HIKE the trail! ELORA CATARACTTRAILWAY

www.trailway.org

Series 2011

Discover the beautifulElora Cataract Trailway ...

Centre Wellington’s Hidden Gem.

Sunday MAY 1st, 10 am start - Welcome Spring

Sunday JUNE 12th, 9 pm start - Flight of the Fireflies

Sunday JULY 10th, 9 pm start - Hot Summer Nights

Sunday AUGUST 14th, 9 pm start - Full Moon

Sunday SEPTEMBER 11th, 10 am start - Indian Summer

Sunday OCTOBER 2nd, 10 am start - Fall Harvest

Sunday NOVEMBER 6th, 10 am start - Saving Daylight

Sunday DECEMBER 4th, 10 am start - Jingle Bells

Discover the Elora Cataract Trailway today,and be Active every day ... for your Health

www.centrewellington.ca

Register Online 13 AQUATICS: How to register 14Registration Form 15General Pool Information 16Pool Swim Schedule 17Pool Aquafit Schedule 18Admission Prices 19Lesson Descriptions (preschool) 20Red Cross Program Structure (kids) 21Swimming Lesson Schedule 22Specialty Programs 23Advanced Leadership 24

ADULT 55 PLUSVictoria Park Seniors Centre Programs 43-54


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COMMUNITY Community Contact List 4Centre Wellington Events 5Elora Centre for the Arts 8-9 Fergus Grand Theatre 28-29

FITNESSFitness Classes 26Weight Room 27

On the cover: Centre Wellington Pre-school’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt held at the Wellington County Museum. This year the event will be held on April 23rd, 8:30 a.m. - 12 noon.


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HELPAmbulance (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) 1-8888-638-9899Hydro Emergency in Fergus/Elora 827-8588 or 827-8589Kid’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 846-0841C.W. Comm. Sportsplex - Fergus 843-2800Elora Information Centre 846-9841Elora Community Centre 843-2800Fergus Information Centre 226-383-3000Post 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 843-7703 Elora Centre for the Arts 846-9698Elora Community Theatre, B. Allen-Hill 846-9612Elora 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, Ted Kent 843-3371Fergus 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 843-3517 Puppets Elora, Annerose Schmidt 846-8123Village Idiot Productions 846-9336Vision Theatre Productions 787-2324Volunteer Centre of Guelph Wellington 822-0912Wellington Cty. Museum & Archives 846-0916

CLUBS & LODGESBeavers, Belwood, Mary Anne 843-6551Beavers, Elora, Debbie Savage 846-0656Beavers, Fergus, Grant Townsend 843-3383Belwood Hall (for bookings) 843-2800Belwood Lions Club, Parry Frank 787-2137Bridge Club, Don McNiven 843-1361Brownies, Sparks,Fergus, M. Skerritt 846-0328Brownies, Sparks, Elora, Cathy Bruder 763-2199Centre Wellington Rotary, Sarah Jacobs 843-1960Centre 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, Chris Lloyd 787-0522Fergus Lioness, Darlene Heffernan 837-6297Fergus Lions Club, Norma Peterson 843-2163First Fergus Scouting, Grant Townsend 843-3383G.R.C.A., Belwood, Derek Strub 843-2979G.R.C.A., Elora, Dan Morden 846-9742Guides, Pathfinders, Elora, Cathy Bruder 763-2199Guides, Pathfinders, 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 of CW, Donna Allcock 846-2280Rebelah Lodge, Elora, Ann Warren 843-2247Rotary Club, Jeff Ostic 843-2540Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 229 846-9611Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 275 843-2345Senior Transit 787-1814Senior 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 824-2410Meals on Wheels 519-323-92Spark of Brilliance, P. McCulloch 843-6191

DANCE INSTRUCTIONBelly Dance with Voula 830-6583Celtic Thunder, Irish Dancing 787-0096Clickin Country Cloggers, S. Patterson 823-5625Elora Grand Squares 843-3260Fergus/Elora Academy of Dance 846-6666DD Ballroom Dance Group, D. Dube 846-8806Grand River Dance Academy 843-5040MacDonald School of Scottish Arts 846-5854M. Matthews Highland Dance 843-5078Scottish Country Dancing 843-3565Square Dancing, Valerie Kampf 843-3260Tilt Your Kilt Highland Dance 787-4602

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 846-9013Cheerleading 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 843-3360In-Line Hockey, Doug Wagenaar 843-1246Kayak Club, Wayne Donison 400-0858Men’s Three Pitch, Elora, Ashley Woods 787-1888 Men’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 Softball, Fergus, Jeanne Dalton 843-4672Minor Softball, Ponsonby, Pat Kurtz 836-8466Ponsonby Rec. Club, Shirley Obergan 846-8113Racquets Club 846-9910Ringette, Terry Williams 846-1002Rugby Club, Darren Landoni 787-8742Skating Club, Fergus, Sherry Vincent 787-2922Skating Club, Elora, Betty Havasi 846-2271Snowmobile Club Inc, Leslie O’Reilly 836-4095Soccer, F.E.D.S 843-3360Special Olympics, Ron Heiple 843-5197Sychronized Skating, Tracey Allsop 843-5470Swim Team, Beth Hickey 787-7057Tennis Club, 787-7003Three Pitch, Elora,Tracee Fletcher 787-1170Women’s Industrial Ball, Laurie Brohman 824-2675


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yCentre Wellington EventsDate event Location infoMaRcH5 Mar Free Public Swim to the 1st 40 kids, sponsored by Newdon Ind. C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-28005 Mar Irish Dance Recital by Marilyn Abraham Belwood Hall 519-787-00965 Mar What every Babysitter should know course St. John Ambulance 519-846-87045 Mar - 1 May Egypt, Gift of the Nile Wellington County Museum 519-846-09166 Mar Elora Co-op Preschool Spagetti Dinner & Silent Auction & Raffle Elora Community Centre 519-846-93338 Mar Spring Leisure Show - Registration for summer groups C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-28009 Mar Registration day for swimming lessons & programs C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-280010 Mar Spring Leisure Show - Registration for summer groups Elora Community Centre 519-843-280014 - 18 Mar March Break Madness Day Camp Program C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-280014 - 18 Mar March Break Drop in activities 1-4pm daily Wellington County Museum 519-846-091614 - 18 Mar March Break Camp Elora Centre for the Arts 519-846-969815 Mar Centre Wellington Blood Donor Clinic C.W. Community Sportsplex 888-236-628316 Mar Fergus Horticultural Society - Robert Pavlis - “Gardening Myths” 7:30 pm Victoria Park Seniors Centre23 Mar Elora/Salem Horticultural Society - Robert Pavlis - “Gardening Tricks” 7:30 pm Heritage River Retirement Residence23 - 27 Mar A Murder is announced by Simon Leibovitz (proceeds to Food Bank) Fergus Grand Theatre 519-787-198125 & 26 Mar Emergency Level First Aid Level A CPR course St. John Ambulance 519-846-870425 - 27 Mar Standard Level First Aid Level C CPR and A.E.D. St. John Ambulance 519-846-870426 Mar - 5 Jun Costal Dignity Wellington County Museum 519-846-091626 Mar Elora Skating Club Carnival Elora Community Centre 519-843-280026 & 27 Mar Elora Fergus Ringette Western Regionals Sportsplex & Elora C.C. 519-843-280027 Mar Fergus Skating Club Show Time C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-280027 Mar Elora Public School Chili Fest Elora Community Centre 519-846-997731 Mar Dufflebag Theatre presents “Something for Nothing” Fergus Grand Theatre 519-787-1981

aPRiL2 Apr Free Public Swim to the 1st 40 kids, sponsored by Newdon Ind. C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-28002 Apr What every Babysitter should know course St. John Ambulance 519-846-87046 Apr Centre Wellington Blood Donor Clinic Elora Community Centre 888-236-62837 Apr Skills Canada Competition C.W. Community Sportspelx 519-843-28008 - 10 Apr Tartan Day, 1-4pm Fergus Scottish Festival 519-787-00999 Apr Home Alone & People Savers Course Elora Public Library 519-846-019012 Apr Centre Wellington Blood Donor Clinic C.W. Community Sportsplex 888-236-628316 Apr Inter-County Softball Assoc. Umpire Clinic C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-280016 & 17 Apr Elora Antique Show & Sale Elora Community Centre 800-667-061917 Apr C.W. Equine Tack Exchange C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-787-275020 Apr Fergus Horticultural Society - Clara Bauman “Moving My Garden” 7:30 pm Victoria Park Seniors Centre22 - 24 Apr Guelph & District Kennel Club Dog Show C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-280023 Apr Elora United Church Fish Fry Supper Elora Community Centre 519-846-012223 Apr Elora Preschool & Museum Easter Egg Hunt, 8:30-12 noon Wellington County Museum 519-846-933327 Apr Elora/Salem Horticultural Society - Gwynedd Brundrette - “Water Gardens” Heritage River Retirement Residence28 Apr Chamber of Commerce Awards of Excellence C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-514029 & 30 Apr Emergency Level First Aid Level A CPR course St. John Ambulance 519-846-870429 Apr - 1 May Standard Level First Aid Level C CPR and A.E.D. St. John Ambulance 519-846-8704

MaY1 May Hike the Trail Series 2011 - Welcome Spring 10am, Gerrie Rd entrance Elora Cataract Trailway 519-843-28001 May Hay Fever by Noel Coward, presented by Elora Community Theatre Fergus Grand Theatre 519-787-19811 May OMEGA Miniature Show & Sale C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-823-58374 - 6 May Fergus Lions Club Home & Leisure Show C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-28005 - 7 May Artcetera 2011 Elora Centre for the Arts 519-846-96986 May Fergus Lions Club annual Fish Fry Supper C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-787-19877 May What every Babysitter should know course St. John Ambulance 519-846-87047 May Grand River Ice Express Annual Fundraiser C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-28007 May Free Public Swim to the 1st 40 kids, sponsored by Newdon Ind. C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-28007 & 8 May Elora Festival Book Sale Elora Curling Club 519-846-03318 May Women in Crisis Mothers Day 5k Run Fergus11 May Spark of Brilliance Fashion Show C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-848-339212 May Remax - Free Seminar “Building Wealth & Smart Investing” 1-3pm; 7-9pm C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-787-020314 May Elora & Salem Horticultural Society Plant Sale 8am-12noon Salem School House 519-843-313114 May Best Blooming Plant Sale - Fergus Horticultural Society 8am-12noon Stonehouse - Sportsplex 17 May C.W. Blood Donor Clinic C.W. Community Sportsplex 888-236-628324 May - 2 Jun District 26 Senior Games C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-787-181427 - 28 May Emergency Level First Aid Level A CPR course St. John Ambulance 519-846-870427 - 29 May Standard Level First Aid, Level C CPR, and A.E.D. St. John Ambulance 519-843-280027 - 29 May United Church Conference C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-280029 May Fergus Lions “Walk for Dog Guide” Forfar Ball Diamond, Fergus 519-787-7405

JUne1 Jun C.W. Blood Donor Clinic Elora Community Centre 888-236-62833 - 5 June Toronto Ultimate Club - Tournament C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-28003 - 5 June Senior Lacrosse Tournament C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-28004 June Fred Eaglesmith Fergus Grand Theatre 519-787-19814 June What every Babysitter should know course St. John Ambulance 519-846-87044 June Free Public Swim to the 1st 40 kids, sponsored by Newdon Ind. C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-28006 - 19 June Back Door Book Sale - bring your own bag & fill for $5 Fergus Library 519-843-118010 - 12 June Historic Automobile Show & Sale C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-280012 June Hike the Trail Series 2011 - Flight of the Fire Flies, 9pm Gerrie Rd Elora Cataract Trailway 519-843-280012 June Fergus Horticultural Society Garden Tour 12:30-4:3017 - 18 June Canadian Cancer Society Relay for Life C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-824-426117 - 18 June Emergency Level First Aid Level A CPR course St. John Ambulance 519-846-870417 - 19 June Standard Level First Aid, Level C CPR, and A.E.D. St. John Ambulance 519-846-8704


Friendships enrichthe lives of children.

Share a few hours with a childwho needs you.

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

PO Box 333 Fergus, On N1M 3E2 Phone: 519-787-0106 Email: [email protected]

Make a child Smile

A perfect setting for an outdoor wedding and reception. www.FergusButterflyGarden.com

Weddings Anniversaries

Business Meetings

Our Garden is fully equipped with everything needed to hold an event.

Visit us at 171 Queen St. E. Fergus

Call (519) 843-2141 [email protected]

Canadian & U.S. Freight

Movers

www.flemingfastfreight.ca

545 Glengarry Crescent, Fergus, ON N1M 2A5

Phone 519-8443-5460Fax 519-843-4270Toll Free [email protected]

Jim FlemingOwner

Cell: [email protected]

•SepticTank Pumping

•OrganicWaste Management Technician

Tel: 519-846-5188Fax: 519-846-8133

a div. of425242 ONTARIO INC52 Peel St. E. Alma, ON T N0B 1A0

GIbsON

WeldING

[email protected] | www.clairewelsh.com

Real Estate Centre Inc., BrokerageIndependently Owned & Operated

782 Tower St. S., Fergus

Office: (519) 787-0203 Cell:(519)993-6226

Sales RepresentativeClaire WELSH

“Real Estate is my Businesss, Customer Service is my Product.”

Free Seminar “Wealth Building through Real Estate” CW Sportsplex - Thurs. May 12th, 1-3pm & 7-9pm


Visit Our Showroom FerguS 515 Dickson Drive

519 787-0926

• asphalt shingles • cedar shingles/shakes• flat roofs • skylights

We take pride in our Work, your property’s care & clean-up is our first priority

free estimates & seniors discounts • emergency service repair

“Your Roofing Experts Serving Wellington County for Over 3 Generations”

10 year workmanship warranty

www.amroofing.ca [email protected]

Residential & CommercialRoofingltd.

July 8, Mozart RequiemJuly 9, Spit�re BandJuly 16, Sarah SleanJuly 22, Elora’s Own: Breit, Swick, McManus July 23, Matt DuskJuly 24, Israel in EgyptJuly 30, Swingle Singers and so much more...

JULY 8 TO 31, 2011

• outside boat and RV parking• commercial and residential• various sized units• 24hrs a day, 7 days a week access• secured fenced lot• video surveillance• we accept Visa & Mastercard

Location:730 Glengarry crescent

Fergus, on

519-843-1300


www.eloracentreforthearts.ca


Working primarily from a still-life, there will be many opportunities for variation and experimentation. Each class will end with a short group critique. Optional homework exercises will be assigned. Please bring in any previous drawings for feedback from Eileen or the class.

www.eloracentreforthearts.ca


March 14 - 18, 2011

Fee: $106.00 per child -- $22.00 per child per day

...get it at a great price

Get inspiredGet challengedGet real results

T: 519-846-1251E: [email protected]: www.newhopeyouthranch.org

Summer Camps, Workshops & Equine Assisted Learning

670 Gzowski, Fergus ON

519-843-3000www.nexans.ca

To: Fax No: [email protected]

Attention: Jim Dixon Advertised In: Edge Realty - Fergus - Guide

Ad Prooffax: (613) 394-6188

It Is your sole responsIbIlIty to verIfy thIs InformatIon.Everything has been done to ensure the accuracy of your advertisement. However, mistakes can happen. Please proofread carefully and sign & send back by____________________. **Failure to respond by the date indicated delays the production of this publication** Contact Karen at Ext. 24 if necessary. Thank you for your cooperation. Ad okay as is Ad okay with corrections I require a new proof

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PLEASE rEVIEW YoUr Ad CArEfULLY. CHECK THE foLLoWING:

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Email Address and Web Address CorrectLegend Listing InformationAll other information correct

Please send back changes or approval to: 613-394-6188 by the date above.

AdVErTISEr LISTING

Dixon Home Hardware Building Centre ........................................................... 519-843-1171

Dixon Home Hardware Building Centre 745 St. David Street North Fergus, Ontario N1M 2L1

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Fergus EloraSt. John Ambulance

2010 Training ScheduleCourse Location

St. John Ambulance Training Facility (pre-registration is required)66 County Rd. 7, Elora

(Lower level of Village Motor Inn)Call: (519) 846-8704

What every Babysitter should knowCost: $50.00

Dates: Mar 5; Apr 2; May 7; Jun 4; Sept 10; Oct 8; Nov 12

Emergency Level First Aid Level A CPRCost: $80.00

Dates: Friday 7-9; Saturday 9-2 Mar 25, 26; Apr 29, 30; May 27, 28; Jun 17, 18; Aug 26, 27; Sept 23, 24; Oct 28, 29; Nov 18, 19

Standard Level First Aid and Level C CPR & A.E. D

Cost: $144.00 Dates: Weekends Friday 7-9; Saturday & Sunday 9-5Mar 25, 26, 27; Apr 29, 30 May 1; May 17, 28, 29; June 17, 18, 19; Aug 26, 27, 28; Sept 23, 24, 25; Oct 28, 29, 30; Nov. 18, 19 20

Looking for more Advance Training?

CPR Health Care Professional CourseCall for Dates

Medical First Responder (MFR)Call for dates. 3 & 5 day courses

Minimum prerequisite:St. John Ambulance Standard First Aid

& Heart Saver

For more information on our services, or if you wish to volunteer, please call 519-846-8704.

Our Dates Don’t fit your Schedule?We will gladly arrange a custom, private course

to your group or industry at a time and date that is convenient for you. Courses can be

held at your location or ours. Minimum number of students required.

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This series of one-week camps is designed and placed around 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 www.

centrewellington.ca

Week 1: Week 2: Week 3:

July 4 - 8July 11 - 15July 18 - 22

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

Aug 2 - 5Aug. 8 - 12Aug. 15 - 19Aug. 22 - 26

5 day camp $130.00 *4 day camp $104.00

Leader-in-Training ProgramInterested in becoming a future day camp leader or possibly a life guard?

Apply today for an L.I.T. position.Day Camp QualificationsMust be at least 13 years of age as of June 1, 2011

Pool QualificationsMust be 14 years of age as of June 1, 2011and have completed Bronze Medallion

Applications are available at the C.W. Sportsplex, candidates will be required to attend an interview. This is a volunteer position and can be used towards your high school volunteer hours. If you have any questions, please call 519-843-2800.Deadline to apply: May 27, 2011

Hours: 9:00am - 4:00pm


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Don’t stand in line - get Online!You can register on line for aquatics & seniors programs.

When you have your account set up:From the 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!

NEW Registration Begins WEDNESDAY August 25th

With Aquafit InstructorHEATHER 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: Fall Pilates Classes in EloraTues | Thurs AM & Wed. PM

Beginner, Intermediate & Intermediate/Advanced Levels

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

Private Water/Land Training AvailableLiving 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]


look for these icons on the home page

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

It will also enable you to register using programABLE on the internet.

NEW Registration Begins WEDNESDAY March 9th

























Whenyouhaveyouraccountsetup:From the 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’sit,you’reregistered!

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

























Garden TourSunday, June 12

12:30 - 4:30

Plant SaleSaturday, May 14

8 - Noon

more info see http://www.gardenontario.org/site.php/fergushs

Fergus and District Horticultural Society Fergus & District Horticultural SocietyPlant SaleSaturday, May 148:00am - 12noon

Garden TourSunday, June 1212:30 - 4:30pm

More info. see: www.gardenontario.org/site.php/fergushs

The

illage innVelora

Air Conditioning High Speed Internet

Cable TV • Non Smoking roomsComplimentary Continental Breakfast

Affordable night stay in beautiful Elora!66 Wellington Rd. #7, Elora

519-846-5333 1-888-733-3567www.villageinnelora.com


Reg

ister

AquaticsSee pages 14-24 for Aquatic programs

How to Register - Registration begins Wed. Mar. 9th

Adult/Senior ProgramsSee pages 43-54 for complete listing of programs for Adults/Seniors

•InPerson•550 Belsyde Ave,

Fergus

Office HoursMon to Thurs.

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

Sat & Sun 11:30am - 4:00pm

•ByFax•(519) 843-2565

Visa orMaster Card

Payments only

•ByMail•Township of Centre Wellington Parks &

Recreation Dept.

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

•OnLine•ProgramABLE

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

Master Card number.www.centrewellington.ca/programABLE

•InPerson•150 Albert St. W.

Fergus

Office HoursMon to Fri.

9:00am - 4:00pm

•ByFax•(519) 787-2091

Visa orMaster Card

Payments only

•ByMail•Victoria Park

Seniors Centre

150 Albert St. W.,Fergus OnN1M 1X2

•OnLine•ProgramABLE

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

Master Card number.www.centrewellington.ca/programABLE

Forfirsttimeusers,pleasecontactVictoria

ParkSr.Centretoobtainyourpinnumber.

Not registered before? Contact the community Sportsplex now to get your family set up on our registration program, 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 the first day of registration please.

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

Paymentfees:We accept cheques, money orders, cash, debit, Visa or Master Card. We have calculated the HST (13% effective July 1st) and included it in our fees where applicable. There is a $45.00 fee for NSF cheques. Please note: Registrations and bookings will not be accepted on those accounts that have an outstanding balance. No post dated cheques are accepted.

ProgramCancellations:Register early to avoid disappointment. Delayed registration may result in 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 $15.00 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.

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


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rTownship of Centre Wellington Registration Form

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Expiry Date Total: $

Signature:

PART E: Method of Payment

Cash Cheque Debit MasterCard Visa

Relationship

Program Name Start Date Time

Cancellation Policy: A minimum of $20.00 or 15% administration fee will apply to all cancellations. No cancellations are accepted within 5 business days of course start date.

Parent/Guardian's Signature:


PART D: Waiver

Date:


3. PARTICIPANT Last Name First Name Birth Date mm/dd/yr

2. PARTICIPANT Last Name First Name Birth Date mm/dd/yr


Program Name (Choice1) Start Date Time


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

Cell Phone #

Emergency Contact Name Home Phone # Cell Phone #

Card Holders Name (please print)

I, _________________________________________________

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

Email

Bus. Phone # Participant Medical Conditions

Disclaimer:

PART A: Family Information - please print clearlyAdult Last Name: Adult First Name:

Address Home Phone #

City Postal Code

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NewfortheSpring:We’ve made some changes for the Spring session. Please look through the aquatic section for more details. Swimminglessons:The Aquatic Centre is offering twice a week lessons (Tuesday & Thursday nights) from March 22nd – April 14th. All Red Cross levels are running between 4:00-6:00pm.

A variety of “one time” classes for children and adults will be offered between the Winter and Spring sessions. Stroke correc-tion, Swim to survive, and adult lifesaving classes will be held on Mondays & Wednesday evenings. Pre-Registration is required.

SwimChanges:We have a new Annual Family Swim pass. This is valid for all drop in swims (lane, public, family, adult leisure, special needs, parent & tot). The cost is $520 / year and can be paid on a monthly basis. During Friday evening public swims the slide will be open from 6:30-7:30. Noon hour lane swims will run from 11:45-12:55.

OtherPrograms:This spring we are offering Canoe Clinics on Sunday Mornings. Pre registration is required for these clinics.

GeneralPoolInformation:Did you know....?Diapers• As a courtesy to all we request and requirethat all children who are not toilet trained wear specially designed swimming diapers. The Aquatic Centre has both disposable andreusable swim diapers available at our administration desk. The Sportsplex stocks swim diapers in infant, child, youth, and adult sizes.

Feeding your children before swimming:Please refrain from feeding your child a large meal prior to swimming.

Free Public Swimming• NEWDON INDUSTRIES LTD PUBLIC SWIMwill provide free admission to the first 40 children and youth entering the 2:00 pm to 3:55 pm public swim on the first Saturday of each month

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.

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

Strollers• Due to their size, and the possibility of

restricting change room exits, unattended strollers 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 anevacuation is required.

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

Swimming Lesson information:Cancelled Classes• Classes with low enrolment will be cancelled approximately 1 week before programs start. Register early to avoid disappointment.

Deck Supervisor• During swimming lessons there is a deck supervisor that oversees all the lessons. If you have any questions or concerns regarding your child’s progress they are available to answer your questions.

• Family LessonsWe offer an alternative format of swimming lessons on Monday and Friday evenings called “Family Lessons”. You can coordinate all your children’s lessons’ to take place at the same time. PLEASE NOTE: In order to coordinate this, instructors will teach multi level classes. Lessons will be 45 minutes in length to provide additional practice time for swimmers.

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

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

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” private lessons. When registering online for Semi private lessons you can register 1 child online which will reserve the lesson for you. You need to contact the Sportsplex to register the 2nd child. For more information call the Supervisor of Aquatic Services, (519) 843-2800.

Swim Lesson Progressions• Did you know your child may repeat a level 3 or 4 times before completing all of the requirements successfully? When registering your children please ensure you register them in the correct level. Swimming skills build from one level to the next. If your child hasn’t completed a level, they will not have the skills they need for the next level.

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

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Swim Type Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday6:30-8:30am 6:30-8:30am 6:30-8:30am9:45-10:00am 9:30-10:00am 9:45-10:00am 9:30-10:00am 9:45-10:00am10:45-11:00am 10:45-11:00am 10:45-11:00am 10:45-11:00am 10:45-11:00am11:45-12:55pm 11:45-12:55pm 11:45-12:55pm 11:45-12:55pm 11:45-12:55pm 11:45-1:00pm 11:45-1:00pm2:00-3:30pm 2:00-3:30pm 2:00-3:30pm 1:05-3:55pm 1:05-3:55pm8:45-9:30pm 8:45-9:30pm 8:45-9:30pm 8:45-9:30pm 6:30-7:55pm6:30-8:30am 6:30-8:30am 6:30-8:30am

11:45-1:00pm 11:45-1:00pm2:00-3:30pm 2:00-3:30pm 2:00-3:30pm 1:05-3:55pm 1:05-3:55pm

6:30-7:55pm

Public Swim 6:30-7:55pm 2:00-3:55pm 2:00-3:55pm

Parent and Tot 2:00-3:30pm10:00-12:00pm 11:00-12:55pm

2:00-3:30pm; 11:00-12:55pm

6:00-7:55pm 2:00-3:30pm11:45-1:00pm 11:45-1:00pm

Adult Leisure Swim

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

Family Swim 1:05-3:55pm 1:05-3:55pm

Special Needs Swim 2:00-3:30pm

10:00-12:00pm 11:00-12:55pm 2:00-3:30pm;

11:00-12:55pm 6:00-7:55pm 2:00-3:30pm 11:45-1:00pm 11:45-1:00pm

Whirl Pool

Lane Swim

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

Lane 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 for lane 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 the waterslide are open. A lane will be designated for those wanting to swim lengths. Admission policy is in effect for all swims. *New this Spring -Friday evenings the waterslide will be closing at 7:30pm**

8:00-8:45pm 8:45-9:30pm

9:00-11:45am 11:45-12:55pm

8:45-11:45am 11:45-12:55pm

9:00-11:45am 11:45-12:55pm

8:00-8:45pm 8:45-9:30pm

9:00-11:45am 11:45-12:55pm

8:45-11:45am 11:45-12:55pm

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 leisure pool. Children are to be accompanied by an adult. These swims are combined with our Special Needs Swims.Please note, during some morning swims the leisure pool may be shared with our Diaperfit program for 15 minutes of the swim.Adult Leisure Swim - Adults can come to enjoy "unstructured" swimming in the main pool. Two lanes are designated for those wanting to swim lengths. The Whirlpool is available.

Swim Descriptions

8:00-8:45pm 8:45-9:30pm

8:00-8:45pm 8:45-9:30pm

Pool Swim Schedule - Spring 2011

Newdon Public Swims: On the first Saturday of each month the first 40 children and youth will be admitted free of charge to the 2:00-3:55pm public swim, courtesy of Newdon Industries ltd. (April 2, May 7, June 4)

These swim times will be in effect from Saturday April 2nd until Thursday June 30th. Our admission policy is in effect for all swims. Please make note of these additional schedule changes:

School Board PA Days: Friday April 8th, and Friday June 3rd the afternoon Adult Leisure, Parent and Tot Swim (2:00-3:30) will be combined with a Public Swim. The slide will be closed.

Holiday Hours: Monday May 23 (Victoria 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)

Friday April 22nd, Monday April 25th - Aquatic Centre is Closed for Good Friday & Easter Monday

Aquafit Type Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday9:00-9:45am 8:45-9:30am 9:00-9:45am 8:45-9:30am 9:00-9:45am 8:00-8:45pm 8:00-8:45pm 8:00-8:45pm

Deep Water Aquafit

10:00-10:45am 5:15-6:00pm

10:00-10:45am 10:00-10:45am 5:15-6:00pm

10:00-10:45am

Rehabilitation Aquafit

12:00-12:45pm 1:00-1:45pm 10:00-10:45am 9:00-9:45am

10:00-10:45am

Arthritis Aquafit 9:00-9:45am 10:00-10:45am

1:00-1:45pm 7:00-7:45pm 1:00-1:45pm 10:00-10:45am 1:00-1:45pm

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday SundayStart / End Date April 4 - June 27 April 8 - June 24

Cancellations April 25, May 23 April 22Classes 11 Classes 11 ClassesCost - Adult $66.00 $66.00Cost - Senior $59.00 $59.00

Arthritis Aquafit 11:00-11:45 11:15-12:00

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

Start / End Date

April 4-May 16 no class Apr 25

May 30-June 27 April 12-May 17 May 24-June 28

April 13-May 18 May 25-June 29

Classes6 week Apr/May 5 weekMay/June

Two 6 week sessions

Two 6 week sessions

Cost - 5 class Cost - 6 Class

$40.25 $48.35 $48.35 $48.35

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

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 accompanied by 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.

Classes cancelled: Friday April 22, Monday April 25th, Monday May 23, Friday July 1

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

Aquafit Descriptions (classes geared to adults 18yrs +)

These Aquafit times will be in effect from Monday April 4th - Thursday June 30th. All Classes are led by Certified instructors. Pre registered Aquafit classes are listed below.

Pre-Registered Aquafit - Spring 2011

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

Pre registered Aquafit programs allow our instructors to build more personalized programs. Classes are free for participants with aquafit memberships, but registration is required. See Class descriptions above.

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

Diaperfit - 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 in the leisure pool and is a structured parent and tot class. Participants need to register for this program.

General Aquafit

Pool Aquafit Schedule - Spring 2011

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 are welcome. These swims are combined with parent and tot swims. Please note, during some morning swims the leisure pool may be shared with our Diaperfit program for 15 minutes of the swim.

Diaperfit Schedule - Spring 2011

Swim Type Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday6:30-8:30am 6:30-8:30am 6:30-8:30am9:45-10:00am 9:30-10:00am 9:45-10:00am 9:30-10:00am 9:45-10:00am10:45-11:00am 10:45-11:00am 10:45-11:00am 10:45-11:00am 10:45-11:00am11:45-12:55pm 11:45-12:55pm 11:45-12:55pm 11:45-12:55pm 11:45-12:55pm 11:45-1:00pm 11:45-1:00pm2:00-3:30pm 2:00-3:30pm 2:00-3:30pm 1:05-3:55pm 1:05-3:55pm8:45-9:30pm 8:45-9:30pm 8:45-9:30pm 8:45-9:30pm 6:30-7:55pm6:30-8:30am 6:30-8:30am 6:30-8:30am

11:45-1:00pm 11:45-1:00pm2:00-3:30pm 2:00-3:30pm 2:00-3:30pm 1:05-3:55pm 1:05-3:55pm

6:30-7:55pm

Public Swim 6:30-7:55pm 2:00-3:55pm 2:00-3:55pm

Parent and Tot 2:00-3:30pm10:00-12:00pm 11:00-12:55pm

2:00-3:30pm; 11:00-12:55pm

6:00-7:55pm 2:00-3:30pm11:45-1:00pm 11:45-1:00pm

Adult Leisure Swim

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

Family Swim 1:05-3:55pm 1:05-3:55pm

Special Needs Swim 2:00-3:30pm

10:00-12:00pm 11:00-12:55pm 2:00-3:30pm;

11:00-12:55pm 6:00-7:55pm 2:00-3:30pm 11:45-1:00pm 11:45-1:00pm

Whirl Pool

Lane Swim

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

Lane 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 for lane 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 the waterslide are open. A lane will be designated for those wanting to swim lengths. Admission policy is in effect for all swims. *New this Spring -Friday evenings the waterslide will be closing at 7:30pm**

8:00-8:45pm 8:45-9:30pm

9:00-11:45am 11:45-12:55pm

8:45-11:45am 11:45-12:55pm

9:00-11:45am 11:45-12:55pm

8:00-8:45pm 8:45-9:30pm

9:00-11:45am 11:45-12:55pm

8:45-11:45am 11:45-12:55pm

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 leisure pool. Children are to be accompanied by an adult. These swims are combined with our Special Needs Swims.Please note, during some morning swims the leisure pool may be shared with our Diaperfit program for 15 minutes of the swim.Adult Leisure Swim - Adults can come to enjoy "unstructured" swimming in the main pool. Two lanes are designated for those wanting to swim lengths. The Whirlpool is available.

Swim Descriptions

8:00-8:45pm 8:45-9:30pm

8:00-8:45pm 8:45-9:30pm

Pool Swim Schedule - Spring 2011

Newdon Public Swims: On the first Saturday of each month the first 40 children and youth will be admitted free of charge to the 2:00-3:55pm public swim, courtesy of Newdon Industries ltd. (April 2, May 7, June 4)

These swim times will be in effect from Saturday April 2nd until Thursday June 30th. Our admission policy is in effect for all swims. Please make note of these additional schedule changes:

School Board PA Days: Friday April 8th, and Friday June 3rd the afternoon Adult Leisure, Parent and Tot Swim (2:00-3:30) will be combined with a Public Swim. The slide will be closed.

Holiday Hours: Monday May 23 (Victoria 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)

Friday April 22nd, Monday April 25th - Aquatic Centre is Closed for Good Friday & Easter Monday


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

One Time 10 Swim Tickets

Infant (up to 12 months)

Free Free

Child (under 1-5 yrs) $2.00 $15.75

Youth (6-17 yrs) $3.00 $26.25 6 month One Year 6 month One Year

Adult (18-55 yrs) $4.25 $37.00 Adult

(18-55 yrs) $231.50 $317.50 $306.75 $541.25

Senior (55 yrs +) $3.75 $31.00

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

$193.00 $264.00 $250.75 $467.05

Family (max 4 people, additional members $1.75)

$8.50 $73.50 Family Swim Pass (2 adults, 4

children)

Valid for all Swims (Lane, Public, Family, Adult Leisure, Special Needs and Parent & Tot, swims

$520.00

One Time 10 ticket passAdult (18-55 yrs) $6.75 $60.00

Senior (55 years +) $6.00 $53.75

Aquafit Admission Prices

Swim Admission Prices

Aquafit MembershipSwim Membership information

Fees include HST. Patrons with a Swim or Aquafit Membership receive a 3 month locker rental FREE. (Deposit still applies)

Please note lockers are available to rent on a monthly basis. A $20 refundable deposit is required. Lockers are $5/month.Memberships can be purchses for shorter time frames, (1, 2, 3, 4 month periods). Please inquire at the Sportsplex for costs.

Aquafit Type Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday9:00-9:45am 8:45-9:30am 9:00-9:45am 8:45-9:30am 9:00-9:45am 8:00-8:45pm 8:00-8:45pm 8:00-8:45pm

Deep Water Aquafit

10:00-10:45am 5:15-6:00pm

10:00-10:45am 10:00-10:45am 5:15-6:00pm

10:00-10:45am

Rehabilitation Aquafit

12:00-12:45pm 1:00-1:45pm 10:00-10:45am 9:00-9:45am

10:00-10:45am

Arthritis Aquafit 9:00-9:45am 10:00-10:45am

1:00-1:45pm 7:00-7:45pm 1:00-1:45pm 10:00-10:45am 1:00-1:45pm

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday SundayStart / End Date April 4 - June 27 April 8 - June 24

Cancellations April 25, May 23 April 22Classes 11 Classes 11 ClassesCost - Adult $66.00 $66.00Cost - Senior $59.00 $59.00

Arthritis Aquafit 11:00-11:45 11:15-12:00

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

Start / End Date

April 4-May 16 no class Apr 25

May 30-June 27 April 12-May 17 May 24-June 28

April 13-May 18 May 25-June 29

Classes6 week Apr/May 5 weekMay/June

Two 6 week sessions

Two 6 week sessions

Cost - 5 class Cost - 6 Class

$40.25 $48.35 $48.35 $48.35

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

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 accompanied by 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.

Classes cancelled: Friday April 22, Monday April 25th, Monday May 23, Friday July 1

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

Aquafit Descriptions (classes geared to adults 18yrs +)

These Aquafit times will be in effect from Monday April 4th - Thursday June 30th. All Classes are led by Certified instructors. Pre registered Aquafit classes are listed below.

Pre-Registered Aquafit - Spring 2011

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

Pre registered Aquafit programs allow our instructors to build more personalized programs. Classes are free for participants with aquafit memberships, but registration is required. See Class descriptions above.

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

Diaperfit - 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 in the leisure pool and is a structured parent and tot class. Participants need to register for this program.

General Aquafit

Pool Aquafit Schedule - Spring 2011

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 are welcome. These swims are combined with parent and tot swims. Please note, during some morning swims the leisure pool may be shared with our Diaperfit program for 15 minutes of the swim.

Diaperfit Schedule - Spring 2011


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sPRogRession BaseRed cross swim Preschool swimmers progress through 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 for swimmers to progress through the levels.

aquaadults is based on personal interest and goal setting.

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Swim Membership Aquafit Membership

Adult (18-55yrs)

Senior (55yrs+)

/Student (16,17yrs)

Family Swim Pass

(2 adults, 4 children)

6 months

$231.50

$185.65

Valid for all Swims (Lane, Public, Family, Adult Leisure, Special Needs and Parent &

Tot, swims

One Year

$317.50

$264.00

$520.00

6 months

$306.75

$250.75

One Year

$541.25

$467.00

Fees include HST. Patrons with Swim or Aquafit Memberships receive a 3 month locker rental FREE.

(Deposit Still applies)

Please note lockers are available to rent on a monthly basis. A $20 refundable deposit is required. Lockers are $5/month.

Memberships can be purchased for shorter time frames (1, 2, 3, 4 month periods). Please inquire at the Sportsplex.

Infant (up to 12 months)

Child (under 1-5 yrs)

Youth (6-17yrs)

Adult (18-55 yrs)

Senior (55 yrs +)

Family(max 4 people, addi-tional member $1.75)

One TimeFree

$2.00

$3.00

$4.25

$3.75

$8.50

10 Swim TicketsFree

$15.75

$26.25

$37.00$31.00

$73.50

Swim Admission Prices

Aquafit Admission Prices

Adult (18-55 yrs)

Senior (55 yrs +)

One Time

$6.75

$6.00

10 Swim Tickets

$60.00

$53.75

RED CROSS PROGRAM STRUCTURE

This page can be reduced to 50% - and hopefully added to one of the 2 swim description pages. I would also like to alter the “Sea Turtle” description, to read: “Sea Turtle is where 3-5 year olds enter the program. This level develop skills in swimming, glides, and floating and builds awareness of deep water and safe entries.”

AquaAdult 1 (Basic swimming skills)

AquaAdult 2

(Swimming strokes)

AquaAdult 3 (Liftime swimming fitness)

Starfish

Duck

Turtle / Sea Turtle

Salamander

Sunfish

Crocodile

Whale

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 4

Level 5

Level 6

Level 7

Level 8

Level 9

Level 10

Red Cross Swim Preschool

AquaAdults Red Cross Swim Kids

Progression Base Red Cross Swim Preschool swimmers progress through 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 for swimmers to progress through the levels. AquaAdults is based on personal interest and goal setting.

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AquaAdult 2

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Duck

Turtle / Sea Turtle

Salamander

Sunfish

Crocodile

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Level 3

Level 4

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Salamander

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THECORPORATIONOFTHETOWNSHIPOFCENTREWELLINGTON-AquaticsEmployment–Spring2011

For all positions, experience and additional certifications will be considered when determining employment offers. Please include a photocopy of all required certifica-tions 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 than Friday March 11th, 2011 - 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) 843-2565 Email: [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 Assistant Water Safety Instructor (AWSI), Bronze Cross

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


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•Aquatics•

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)

Sea Turtle is where 3-5 year olds enter the program. This level develop skills in swimming, glides,and floating and builds awareness of deep water and safe entries.

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Cost: $63.00 Ratio 10:1

Cost: $63.00

Cost: $63.00 Pre-requisite: Sea Turtle

Cost: $63.00 Pre-requisite: Salamander

Cost: $63.00 Pre-requisite: Sunfish

Cost: $63.00 Pre-requisite: Crocodile

Cost: $63.00 Pre-requisite: 30 mths or older

Cost: $63.00 Pre-requisite: 36 mths or older

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Swimming - ages 6-13 years

Red CrossSwim Kids

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Class Ratio - 10 participants:1 instructor

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 as a warm-up/cool down stroke for fitness. Children learn about sun safety, rescue of others from the ice, and head-first and feet-first surface dives. Endurance is built using dolphin kick and butterfly drills and a 500 metre swim. Cost $77.00

Front crawl, back crawl, elementary backstroke and breast stroke continue to be refined. In this level children are encouraged to try combining different strokes and kicks for fitness. They also work on head-first surface dives and standing dives and learn about wise choices, peer influences, and self rescue from ice. Endurance is built through a 400 metre swim. Cost $77.00

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 performance of rescue breathing on children and adults. Endurance is built on the dolphin kick and 300 metre swim. Cost $77.00

Level 7 continues to build skills and endurance for front crawl, back crawl and elementary back stroke and introduces whip kick on the front. Children learn about airway and breath-ing obstructions. Endurance is built through timed treading water and a 150 metre swim.Cost $77.00

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 $70.00

Back crawl is introduced, along with sculling skills and whip kick on the back. Children try stride dives and receive an introduction to safe boating skills. Endurance is developed through dolphin kick and a 50 metre swim. Cost $70.00

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 of self-safety by understanding their own limits. Endurance is built through a 25-metre swim. Cost $63.00

This level provides an introduction to front crawl as well as foundation for making wise choices on where and 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 $63.00

This level helps the child build skills in front and back swims. Children are introduced to deep water activities and proper use of a Personal Flotation Device (PFD). Endurance is built on flutter kicking with assisted glides. Cost $63.00

This is an entry level for children ready to move in shallow water. This level provides an orientation to the water and the pool area and introduces floats and glides with kicks. Children build their endurance by improving distance. Cost $63.00


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Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday SundayStart / End Date April 11-June 20 April 19-June 14 April 20-June 15 April 21 - June 16 April 8-June 17 April 9-June 18 April 10-June 19

Cancellations April 25 May 23 none none none April 22 May 20 April 23 May 21 April 24 May 22

Private Lessons 6:00-6:30

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

4:30-5:00 5:00-5:30 5:30-6:00 6:30-7:00 7:30-8:00

3:00-3:30 4:00-4:30 4:30-5:00 5:00-5:30 5:30-6:00

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

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

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

5:30-6:00 6:30-7:00 12:30-1:00 10:30-11:00

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

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

12:00-12:30 5:00-5:30 10:00-10:30 6:00-6:30

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

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

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

9:00-9:45

4:00-4:30 5:00-5:30

9:00-9:45

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

Sunfish

4:00-4:45 4:45-5:30 5:30-6:15 6:30-7:15 7:15-8:00

4:30-5:0010:00-10:30

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

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

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

Crocodile

4:00-4:45 4:45-5:30 5:30-6:15 6:30-7:15 7:15-8:00

4:00-4:30 10:30-11:00 5:00-5:30 7:00-7:30

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

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

Whale

4:00-4:45 4:45-5:30 5:30-6:15 6:30-7:15 7:15-8:00

4:30-5:00 9:00-9:30 6:30-7:00 9:00-9:45

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

11:00-11:30

Swim Kids 1

4:00-4:45 4:45-5:30 5:30-6:15 6:30-7:15 7:15-8:00

5:00-5:305:00-5:30 6:00-6:30 7:00-7:30

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

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

Swim Kids 2

4:00-4:45 4:45-5:30 5:30-6:15 6:30-7:15 7:15-8:00

4:00-4:30 4:00-4:30 5:00-5:30 7:00-7:30

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

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

Swim Kids 3

4:00-4:45 4:45-5:30 5:30-6:15 6:30-7:15 7:15-8:00

5:30-6:00 4:00-4:30 5:00-5:30 7:30-8:00

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

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

Swim Kids 4

4:00-4:45 4:45-5:30 5:30-6:15 6:30-7:15 7:15-8:00

5:00-5:304:30-5:00 5:30-6:00 7:30-8:00

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

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

Swim Kids 54:00-4:45 4:45-5:30 7:15-8:00

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

Swim Kids 64:00-4:45 4:45-5:30 7:15-8:00

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

Swim Kids 7 4:00-5:00 7:00-8:00 4:00-5:00 5:30-6:30 10:30-11:30 5:00-6:00

Swim Kids 8 4:00-5:00 7:00-8:00 4:00-5:00 5:30-6:30 10:30-11:30 5:00-6:00

Swim Kids 9 4:00-5:00 7:00-8:00 6:00-7:00 5:30-6:30 7:00-8:00

Swim Kids 10 4:00-5:00 7:00-8:00 6:00-7:00 5:30-6:30 7:00-8:00

Adapted Aquatics

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

4:30-5:00 7:30-8:00 7:00-7:30

Day of the Week

Sea Turtle

4:00-4:45 4:45-5:30 5:30-6:15 6:30-7:15 7:15-8:00

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

9:30-10:00 4:00-4:30 5:00-5:30 5:30-6:00 6:00-6:30 6:30-7:00

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

9:30-10:00 11:00-11:30 5:30-6:00

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

On Thursday morning and Monday and Friday evenings lessons are run in our "FAMILY LESSON" format. All levels are offered at the same time. Swimming levels will be combined and most lessons will be 45 minutes long. For ONLINE registration, these special classes will have a "family" designation beside them. Note: 45 minutes classes cost $70.00

Salamander

4:00-4:45 4:45-5:30 5:30-6:15 6:30-7:15 7:15-8:00

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

9:00-9:30 4:00-4:30 4:30-5:00 5:30-6:00 6:00-6:30 6:30-7:00 7:00-7:30

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

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

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ADDITIONALAQUATICPROGAMSADAPTED AQUATICS- $63.00Adapted aquatics is for children and youth with a physical or developmental disability who need 1:1 support to feel comfortable in the water and to progress in their swimming skills. Participants will be taught by an experienced aquatics instruc-tor. See the Swimming Lesson Schedule for class days and times.

AQUA TEENS 1 / AQUA ADULTS 1Develop comfort in the water through the attain-ment of basic flotation, movement and breathing skills.AQUA TEENS 2 / AQUA ADULTS 2Develop one or more swimming strokes and en-hance water safety knowledge and rescue tech-niques.AQUA TEENS 3 / AQUA ADULTS 3Maintain or increase fitness through stroke im-provement while swimming lengths. Candidates must be able to swim 2 strokes 100m each to start in this level.

AQUA TEENS $73.00 Wednesdays 7:15-8:00pmApril 20th – June 15th

AQUA ADULTS $86.75Wednesdays 7:15-8:00pmApril 20th – June 15th

CANOE CLINICS - $20 per classThis is a very basic 2 part experience oriented introduction to canoeing. Content will include

safety activities such as retrieving a swamped canoe and canoe over canoe rescue. Technical skills such as forward and backward paddling, pivots and sideward displacements as well as landings will be covered. Classes will be lead by a fully certified ORCKA and Paddle Canada canoe instructor. Canoes, paddles and PFDs will be provided. Classes will run on Sundays – 10:30-11:30amPart 1 – Sunday March 20, May 1Part 2 – Sunday March 27, May 8

ONE TIME LESSONSChildren $6.00, Adults $6.75 per classParticipate in a one time lesson with a certi-fied Instructor. Participants will be divided into groups of similar swimming ability. (Beginners, Starting Strokes, Stroke Correction) No written evaluations are provided. This is a great opportu-nity for participants of any age to develop swim-ming skills. Pre-registration required.Dates: March 28th, April 4th 6:30-7:00pm

PRIVATE LESSONS - Private $162.00 for 9 lessons; Semi Private $110.00 / child for 9 lessonsOne to one instruction to work on swimming challenges. Lessons are 30 minutes in length. For Semi Private lessons children must be within one level of each other. It is the responsibility of the swimmer to find a second participant. One time private lessons are available. For information call (519) 843-2800.

STROKE CORRECTION CLINICSChildren $6.00, Adults $6.75 per classThese stroke correction clinics are intended to focus on specific problem areas. We have sepa-rate classes for children and for adults. Pre-reg-istration is required. You can register for 1 class, or for all four weeks. Pre-registration required.March 23rd, 30th, April 6th, 13th Front Crawl - 6:15-6:45, Whip Kick - 6:45-7:15, Breaststroke - 7:15-7:45

SWIM TO SURVIVE CLINICChildren $6.00, Adults $6.75 per classThe Swim to Survive program is a Lifesaving Society survival training program that teaches Canadians the minimum skills needed to survive an unexpected fall into deep water. These skills are expressed in a skill sequence in the Canadian Swim to Survive Standard: ROLL into deep water - TREAD water (1 min.) - SWIM 50 m. Children and Adults are welcome to come practice these skills and attempt to meet the standard.Pre-reg-istration required.March 28th 6:00-6:30pm,April 4th 6:00-6:30pm

TRAINING SWIM - $55.90 (13 weeks)This program is geared towards adult swimmers whose skills range from beginner fitness to seri-ous tri athlete. Staff will provide you with a swim workout each week and help you build your fit-ness level.Wednesdays 8:00-9:00pmApril 6th – June 29th


Saturday Sunday

Cost - $96.50 April 9-June 18 April 10-June 19

Cancellations April 23, May 21 April 24, May 22 Private Lessons 5:30-6:00Sea Turtle 5:00-5:30 Sea Turtle 4:00-4:45Salamander 5:30-6:00 Salamander 4:00-4:45Sunfish 6:00-6:30 Sunfish 4:00-4:45Crocodile 6:30-7:00 Crocodile 4:00-4:45Whale 5:00-5:30 Whale 4:00-4:45Swim Kids 1 9:00-9:30 Swim Kids 1 4:45-5:30Swim Kids 2 9:00-9:30 Swim Kids 2 4:45-5:30Swim Kids 3 9:00-9:30 Swim Kids 3 4:45-5:30Swim Kids 4 9:00-9:30 Swim Kids 4 4:45-5:30

Swim Kids 5 4:00-4:45Swim Kids 6 4:00-4:45Swim Kids 7 4:45-5:45Swim Kids 8 4:45-5:45Swim Kids 9 4:45-5:45

Swim Kids 10 4:45-5:45

Costs - 45 minute classes cost $62.25, 60 minute classes cost $68.50.

Please note: Classes will be combined with similar levels.

Swimming Lessons 3:1 Ratio

Maximum of 3 children in a class. Lessons run Tuesday and Thursdays between

March 22 - April 14 (8 lessons)

Mini Session Lesson Schedule


Saturday Sunday

Cost - $96.50 April 9-June 18 April 10-June 19

Cancellations April 23, May 21 April 24, May 22 Private Lessons 5:30-6:00Sea Turtle 5:00-5:30 Sea Turtle 4:00-4:45Salamander 5:30-6:00 Salamander 4:00-4:45Sunfish 6:00-6:30 Sunfish 4:00-4:45Crocodile 6:30-7:00 Crocodile 4:00-4:45Whale 5:00-5:30 Whale 4:00-4:45Swim Kids 1 9:00-9:30 Swim Kids 1 4:45-5:30Swim Kids 2 9:00-9:30 Swim Kids 2 4:45-5:30Swim Kids 3 9:00-9:30 Swim Kids 3 4:45-5:30Swim Kids 4 9:00-9:30 Swim Kids 4 4:45-5:30

Swim Kids 5 4:00-4:45Swim Kids 6 4:00-4:45Swim Kids 7 4:45-5:45Swim Kids 8 4:45-5:45Swim Kids 9 4:45-5:45

Swim Kids 10 4:45-5:45

Costs - 45 minute classes cost $62.25, 60 minute classes cost $68.50.

Please note: Classes will be combined with similar levels.

Swimming Lessons 3:1 Ratio

Maximum of 3 children in a class. Lessons run Tuesday and Thursdays between

March 22 - April 14 (8 lessons)

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WhatdoIneedtobecomeanInstructororLifeguard?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 minimum Hours normally completed during AWSI course

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

AdvancedLeadershipPlease Note: 100% attendance is required for all leadership courses. Check your calendar to ensure you are able to attend all classes. Re-funds will not be issued.

BRONZE STAR / BASIC FIRST AID - $89.00Pre-requisite: Recommended age 12Too young for Bronze Medallion? Get a head start by taking Bronze Star! Have lots of fun, while learning first aid skills, life guarding techniques and swim training. Basic First Aid is included in the course. Dates: Course runs Thursdays 4:30-6:00pm April 21st – June 16th.

BRONZE MEDALLION / EMERGENCY FIRST AID- $152.50 (Fee Includes Manual) Pre-requisite: 13 years of age (prior to exam) or Bronze Star.This course develops physical fitness, decision making and judgment skills for water rescue. First aid, rescue breathing, tows, carries and releases are some of the skills covered. Emer-gency First Aid certification is included in the

course. Candidates must be present for exam on June 16th. Dates: Course runs Thursdays 4:00-6:30pm April 7th – June 16th.

BRONZE CROSS - $140.50Pre-requisite: Bronze Medallion, Emergency First AidThis course teaches the difference between lifeguarding and lifesaving, the principles of emergency procedures, teamwork and the use of special equipment. Candidates must be present for exam on June 16th. Dates: Course runs Thursdays 4:00-6:30pm April 7th – June 16th.

ASSISTANT WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR (AWSI) - $211.50Pre-requisite: Bronze Cross, 15 years of age by the end of the course. 100% attendance is required. This certification course is a prereq-uisite to the Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Course. 8 Hours of assistant teaching is to be completed during the course, and is in addi-tion to normal class time. Once certified, Assis-

tant Water Safety Instructors have two years to become Water Safety Instructors. Dates: Course runs on April 9th, 10th, 16th, & June 5th 9:00-6:00pm.

NATIONAL LIFEGUARD RECERT (NLS) - $90.00Pre-requisite: NLS Certification (need not be current) Date: April 10th 7:00-12:00pm

AQUATIC SUPERVISOR TRAINING (AST) -$109.50Prerequisites: Current National Lifeguard or current Lifesaving Society Instructor; 100% attendance. Candidates are required to bring a letter from their employer, on letterhead, stating they have 100 hours experience for the first class. The Aquatic Supervisor Train-ing course is geared to deck-level supervisory staff. This 10 hour course provides the knowl-edge and skills to manage a safe aquatic environment. Dates: April 11th & 12th, 5:00-10:00pm

The Canadian Swim Patrol program provides enriched training for kids who are ready to go beyond learn-to-swim. The Swim Patrol program is an official training program of the Lifesaving Society – Canada’s Lifeguarding ex-perts. These classes can be taken in conjunc-tion with Red Cross Swim Kids levels.Classes: Wednesday nights from 4:00-5:00pm. April 20th – June 15th.

ROOKIE PATROL - $77.00Pre-requisite: Recommend completion of Swim Kids 7Rookie Patrol features timed 100m swims, 350m workouts and swims with clothes. A work-hard play-hard approach develops swimming strength and efficiency with emphasis on personal responsibility for Water Smart behavior.

RANGER PATROL- $77.00Ranger Patrol features a timed 200m swim, 100m fitness medley and support/carrying a 5 lb weight. Content is challenging but achiev-able with effort. Skill drills enhance capability in the water including a non-contact rescue

STAR PATROL - $77.00Star Patrol demands good physical condition-ing and lifesaving judgment. Content features 300m swims, 600m workouts; swim with clothes; defense methods; support and carry 10lb weight. Scene assessment and a towing rescue are introduced. Star Patrol is excellent preparation for the Bronze Star Award.

ADULT LIFESAVING BASICS $10.25 per class (includes HST)Would you know what to do if your child was in trouble in the water? Learn what to do, and more importantly what not to do in this very

brief lifesaving introduction. This class will be in water, and will give you “hands on” intro-duction to basic lifesaving skills. Come with your own questions. Pre-registration required.March 28th 7:00-7:45pm – focusing on backyard poolsApril 4th 7:00-7:45pm – focusing on waterfronts and cottages

CPR / AED / (Defibrillation Course) - $53.00 Pre-requisite: None After completing this course successful candi-dates will be certified in CPR and AED. Candi-dates will be taught Adult CPR and choking procedures as well as when and how to op-erate an automated external defibrillator unit (AED). Date: Tuesday March 29th 5:30-9:30pm

IntroductoryLifesavingCourses


Centre Wellington Minor Baseball Association isintroducing Little League Baseball in 2011.This is an exciting format with houseleague as a base for the Program.Some Divisions may have to alter dueto registration numbers.

• Registration is open to everyone-Early bird registration deadline for a chance to win 4 pack of Blue Jay tickets is March 15th 2011

• Limited space is available so please register early to ensure your spot on the team

• Winter training is NOW, INDOORS, & FREE Sundayevenings Feb-Apr at CWDHS

www.cwmba.com

Please send registration form to: CWMBA c/o Sandy Sorbara 750 St. David Street South, Fergus, ON N1M 3V1

(Please make cheques payable to CWMBA, postdated cheques will be accepted before Mar 31st)

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 provide a copy with registration)

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

Signature of Parent/Guardian: Date:

Blast ball (Local) $40.00(2006-2007)

Tee-Ball (Local) $50.00(2004-2005)

Little League (house league) $100.00 (2001-02-03)

Little League Major $125.00(1998-1999-2000)(house league)

Peewee $125.00(1998-1999)(If Available)

Bantam $150.00(1996-1997)

Midget $170.00(1993-1995)

Catch the Baseball Fever


Fitness Classes

Option 1: 10 tickets for $59.25

Option 2: Three-month fitness membership for $129.00

Option 3: Six-month fitness membership for $231.50 Option 4: One-year fitness membership for $317.50 Option 5: We also have a drop in rate of $7.00 per class

DesCription oF Classes

Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex519-843-2800

sCheDule oF Classes

interval sweat: Cycling, skipping, shadow boxing & abdominal work.

step & strength: intervals of stepping and muscle conditioning make for a great overall workout.

cardio pump: two minute intervals...cardio then strength.

strength & stretch: Work with the stability ball and weights and finish the week with a longer stretch.

circuit training (Weight room): a fast-paced, intense workout involving rapid transition from station to station on strength training equipment. prior experience an asset. intermediate to advance class.

nrg circuit (aerobics room): an energizing class where individuals move through cardio, strength and balance stations.

Body Blast: a group resistance training class utilizing bands, dumbbells, body bars, steps, balls & bodyweight.

pilates: new session begins april 4th (12 wk session).Monday/Wednesday also available.

Bootcamp: indoor bootcamp continues for another 8 weeks (March & april) and then will be moved outdoors. Bootcamp is fun and intense and will push you out of your comfort zone. Join this athletic style workout and see results quickly. You don’t have to be an athlete to join!

golf fit: As a golfer you realize the importance of flexibility. This class will focus on improving your flexibility, mobility and strength. 6 week session begins april 4, 2011.

nrg circuit for youth & parents (ages 9 & up): parents are you looking to do something active with your kids? or is your pre-teen/teen in between sports? this fun class will run for 8 weeks & will focus on improving cardio & strength. session begins March 24.

For more information contact Wendy armstrong (519) 843-3018, cell: 519-994-0348 or email [email protected].

Day Class Time InstructorMonday step & strength 9:15 - 10:00am Wendy armstrongMonday Golf Fit 10:15 - 11:15am Wendy armstrongMonday Body Blast 5:00 - 5:45pm Wendy armstrong

tuesday interval sweat 9:15 - 10:00am Wendy armstrongtuesday Pilates* Mixed levels 10:00 - 11:00am Wendy armstrongtuesday step & strength 6:30 - 7:15pm heather Merrytuesday Golf Fit 7:30 - 8:30pm Wendy armstrong

Wednesday 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 Golf Fit 10:15 - 11:15am Wendy armstrongthursday nrG Circut - Youth & parents 5:30 - 6:15pm Wendy armstrongthursday Cardio pump 6:30 - 7:15pm Melanie Chipmanthursday Golf Fit 7:30 - 8:30pm Wendy armstrong

Friday strength & stretch 9:15 - 10:00am Wendy armstrong

saturday Bootcamp 8:30 - 9:30am Wendy armstong

sunday Circuit training (Weight room) 9:00 - 10:00am Michelle paczay

priCes For Drop in/MeMBership Classes onlY:

drop in/MeMBership classes registered classes


CirCuit traininG ClassesWednesday 7-8pm, sunday 9-10amFree to members, or $7 per class

For inForMation Call 519-843-2800

ADulTs Fees senIor & sTuDenTs55+ 16+

1 month .............. $43.00

3 months ............ $129.00

6 months ............ $231.50

1 year ................. $317.50

1 month .............. $36.00

3 months ............ $108.00

6 months ............ $193.00

1 year ................. $264.00

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

large weight room facility

Free weight room orientation

Membership holds available

pro rated memberships

personal training available

showers & saunas

Card access security*

We oFFer:

* $20.00 deposit required. (refundable)

WeiGht rooMCentre Wellington Community Sportsplex519-843-2800

sun - Fri: 6:00am - 10:30pm, sat: 6:00am - 9:00pm

Day pass $7.00

treadmill only pass $3.25

New Members: One month trial only $29.00

(inc HST)


FERGUS

Grand THEATRE for you. for us.

spring 2011


Vision Theatre presentsA Murder is Announced

A Miss Marple MysteryMarch 23 – March 27

Dufflebag Theatre presentsSomething for Nothing

March 31

Fred EaglesmithJune 4th

Tickets available NOW!

In person at 244 St. Andrew St. W, FergusCall the box office at 519 787 1981

Or visit us online at www.fergusgrandtheatre.ca

Fergus Grand Theatre would love to host your event.For rental information and rates please contact

Kerry at 519 767 1981

Please visit us on March 29th on yourDoors Open tour


Centre WellingtonField Lacrosse

Registration Fees:U11 Novice (2001 - 03) $135U13 Peewee (99-2000) $135

U15 Bantam (97 - 98) $160U17 Midget (95 - 96) $160

Season Starts normally 3rd weekend in April, and runs for the next 5 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.

2011

If you are 18 or older and

would like to play pick up

style 4 on 4 hockey (any level

of experience welcome)

Season runs from April

to the end of JulyCall Doug @

519-843-1246

or 519-277-2175

CENTREWELLINGTON

INLINEHOCKEY

See us at the Leisure Shows!

Come and join us for

FUN and EXERCISE!


Centre Wellington Minor Softball Association

2011 RegistrationWe would like to extend a sincere welcome to our new and returning players.

We are already looking forward to the 2011 season and we hope it will be a great one for all our players.

Included on this information sheet are our upcoming registration dates. Also please note that the final registration will take place earlier this year to allow more time to make up teams, secure any additional sponsors and to order shirts.

2011 Registration Dates Time LocationSaturday February 19th 10:00am - 12:00pm CW Sportslex, Boardroom BTuesday March 8th 6:00pm - 8:00pm Leisure Show, C.W. Sportsplex HallSaturday March 26th 10:00am - 12:00pm C.W. Sportsplex, Boardroom BSaturday April 16th Final Registration 10:00am - 2:00pm C.W. Sportsplex

Please keep the board member list handy during the season. We encourage parents and players to communicate any questions or concerns to our board members. While we may not be able to provide answers on the spot we will ensure that any questions are

brought to the board’s attention. We will do our best to reply as soon as possible. Have a great season!

Please consider coaching this season – the kids will thank you!

There will also be special balloon discountsranging from $5.00 to $50.00 off!

Ask about our 10% Family Discount. (Post-dated cheques do not qualify for this discount.)

Check out our new website! cwsoftball.comDownload registration forms and check for season updates

2011 Centre Wellington Minor Softball Association Board MembersPresident Laura Abel 519-787-3877Past President Jeanne Dalton 519-843-4672Vice-President Kristy Sheehan 519-993-0868Treasurer Scott Lindhorst 519-846-0546Secretary Jeanne Dalton 519-843-4672Umpire in Chief Doug Abel 519-787-3877Booth Managers Doug and Laura Abel 519-787-3877Equipment Manager Rick Jones 519-843-2257Assistant Equipment Manager Mitch Nagel 519-787-4183T-Ball Conveners Laura Abel/Jeanne Dalton 787-3877/843-46723-Pitch Convener Mike McKenna 519-843-6960Junior House Convener Carla Thorne 519-831-8640Senior House Convener Chris ‘Bubba’ Dalton 519-843-4672Over-Age Convener Mike Larkin Adult 3-Pitch Convener Dan Sheehan 519-787-8215Registration Kristy Sheehan 519-993-0868Skills Development Committee Members Cindy Lochart 835-9439, Jennifer May 843-5234, Stevie Nagel 843-4183, Chris Dalton 843-4672, Dan Sheehan 787-8215Special Events Committee MembersCindy Lochart 835-9439, Stevie Nagel 843-4183, Chris Dalton 843-4672, Carla Thorne 831-8640

REGISTER ONFEBRUARY 19TH

AND POP A BALLOONFOR A CHANCE TO

WIN A FREEREGISTRATION!


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

2011 FEDS Outdoor Soccer

U4 Born 2007 Only $105 Play Saturday U12B U12G Born 1999-2000 $130 Play MondaysU6 Born 2005-2006 $110 Play Saturday U14B U14G Born 1997-1998 $130 Play ThursdaysU8 Born 2003-2004 $120 Play Friday U16 Born 1995-1996 $130 Play FridayU10B U10G Born 2001-2002 $130 Play Tuesday U18 Born 1993-1994 $130 Play Wednesday*Please note players born 1992 may choose to play U18 or AdultMen’s House 1992+ $155 Play Monday Ladies House 1992+ $155 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-U18 Level 6 $175 U15 Level 5 $250 Men’s United B SWRSL $270 Mens United KDSL $295 Ladies Travel OWSL $295

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: 135 St. David St. S., Lower Level (Rear of Old Livery Stables) Fergus, Ontario Hours: Although the office is manned at various times FEDS Guarantee that someone wil be available

Mondays 10am-2pm, Wednesdays 10am-2pm & Saturdays 10am - 12am

Spring Leisure Show

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

Elora Community CentreThursday, March 10th 6-8pm

Minor Sports Registration Night

For more information call

(519) 843-2800

Be Active Everyday... for your Health!

Unless you registered for the 2009/10 Indoor Onwards Pro-

gram proof of age MUST beprovided. No Exceptions.

ThIS INclUdES adUlTS

ONLINE registration is from 1st February to 1st April ONLYRegistrations may be taken at the office or via post 1st April – 1st May

Saturday February 26th, FEDS Office 10am-1pmTuesday March 8th, C.W. Community Sportsplex 6pm-8pmThursday March 10th, Elora Community Centre 6pm-8pm

Saturday March 26th FEDS Office 10am-1pm


HeaTHeR ennis, Certified Personal Trainer (over 15 years experience)

aqua Rehab & arthritis Aquafit Instructor

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 EloraThurs. AM & Wed. PM


Adult Strength Training ClassWed. 10:15am Beginner, Intermediate

Private Water/Land Training Available

Living Fit Helps: • Osteoporosis • Arthritis • Diabetes • Parkinson’s Disease • Multiple

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

In HoMe, GyM, PooLPerSonAL FITneSS TrAInInG

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

C E N T R E W E L L I N G T O N

Minor Lacrosse Association2011 Box Lacrosse Season

Offering Lacrosse to Boys and Girls ages 4 - 21.

2011 REGISTRATION DATES WILL SOON BE POSTED AT

www.cwmla.com

Contact [email protected] with any inquires





www.cwmla.com


2011 Box Lacrosse SeasonO F F E R I N G L A C R O S S E TO B O Y S & G I R L S A G E S 4 - 2 1

FINALREGISTRATION

for the 2011 Box Lacrosse seasonMarch 8th at Fergus Leisure Show

from 6-8pm

March 10th at Elora Leisure Show from 6-8pm

For more informationon Registration fees, Girls & Rep Lacrosse

& Sponsorship Packages go to: www.cwmla.com

or email [email protected]





www.cwmla.com


Community League (born 2001 - 2004)

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 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.Nights of play will be Tykes - Tuesday nights 5:30 - 7:00pmNovice - Tuesday nights 5:30 - 7:00pm

Peanut/Paperweight Program(born 2005 - 2007)

Welcome to an exciting year of Paperweight Lacrosse in Centre Wellington! Our program introduces kids to the basics of the game in a fun learning environment. The Peanuts and Paperweights will be divided out according to their age on Thursday evenings. The 4 year olds (born in 2007) will have a 30-minute practice focus-ing on learning the basics of the game. The 5 - 6 year olds (born in 2005 & 2006) will enjoy a one-hour practice, progressing to a 30 minute practice, 30 minute game later in the season. Centre Wellington Minor Lacrosse will also offer a Select program to the 6 yr. old Paperweights 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.


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 8 from 6:00 - 8:00pm

at the C. W. Community Sporsplex

Thursday, March 10 from 6:00 - 8:00pmat the Elora Community Centre

Spring Session is as Follows:

Tuesdays & ThursdaysMarch 22 - May 26

Registration Fees:1st Swimmer: $80

2nd Swimmer: $150*3rd Swimmer: $200**from same household

Serving the C-W Community since 1999

805 Tower ST. S. Fergus 519-787-2714

Providing expert guidance in exercise

and rehabilitation

Caring for our Community!

Home Game ScheduleAll home games at Elora & District Community Centre

Date Time OpponentSat. April 30 2:00pm vs Huntsville

Fri. May 6 8:00pm vs. Own Sound

Sun. May 15 7:00pm vs. St. Catharines

Sat. May 28 7:00pm vs. Ohsweken

Fri. June 17 8:00pm vs. Owen Sound

Sun. June 19 7:00pm vs. Norwood

Sat. June 25 7:00pm vs. Brooklin


2010 REGISTRATION DATESThursday 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, FergusFor 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”

2010 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETINGTuesday 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.’

Tower St.-PO Box 447Fergus, ON, N1M 3E2Clubhouse Phone Number:

519-787-7003(After April 1st)

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

Clubhouse Phone Number:

519-787-7003(After April 1st)

2011 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

2011 REGISTRATION DATES

Thursday April 7th(7:30pm) at the C.W. Community Sportsplex

If you were a member in 2010 or are interested in becoming a member, please join us on April 7th. For more information on these events or the

Tennis Club, visit our website at www.fergustennisclub.ca

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

Thursday April 14th (6:30pm to 8:30pm) at the C.W. Community Sportsplex

AND Saturday April 16th (10am-Noon) at the

Fergus Tennis Clubhouse Tower Street, Fergus On April 16th, come and meet our Club Executive to learn

more about the Club and our planned activities for 2011. We will be serving refreshments and you can also bring your racquet

to hit some balls & try our Ball Machine. (Weather Permitting)

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

ELORA COMMUNITY CENTRE29 DAVID STREET, ELORA

Seating for 300 people- Fully equipped kitchen

Bar facilities, sound systemand air conditioned.

CW COMMUNITY SPORTSPLEX550 BELSyDE AVE., FERguSFull hall capacity 500 people

Half hall 220 peopleFully equipped kitchen

Bar facilities, sound system andair conditioned.

BELWOOD HALLQuEEN STREET, BELWOOD

Seating for 150 peopleKitchen equipped with fridge and stove

photo of decorated sportsplex hall graciouslyprovided by Cobblestone Creations

Looking

FOR A SPECIAL PLACE

TO HOLDyOuR

SPECIAL EVENT?

LOOK NOFuRTHER!

For hall rental information and reservations CALL 519.843.2800 or www.centrewellington.ca


Cycleride

foodJoin the

Sunday, May 29th

ExploreWellington/Waterloo back roads

Two scenic routes ... 45 km or 70 km.

Support the

Centre Wellington

Food Bank

CW District High School - 905 Scotland St., Fergus

Register: from 8:00 a.m.Ride Starts: at 9:30 a.m.

PRE-REGISTER IN PERSON:March 15th - May 20th

201 St. Andrew St. W. Fergus

More information:226-820-4475 | www.foodcycleride.ca


GET IN SHAPE – RELEASE YOUR STRESS WITH SHARON BURKE’S

YOGA CLASSIC YOGA PLUS MINDFULNESS TUESDAY 6:30-8PM / FRIDAY 9-10:30AM Stretch your body and your mind. Experience the benefits of classic Hatha Yoga at your own level of skill and intensity, and practice Mindfulness meditation to enrich your life with deeper self-awareness. Create a stronger, more flexible body, reduce stress and recharge yourself. FITNESS FUSION YOGA THURSDAY 6:30-8PM Energize! The ultimate exercise for a toned, strong, balanced body and a focused mind. It’s adynamic blend of aerobic Kundalini yoga, Power yoga’s deep stretching and strengthening, Bikram’s posture intensity and Pilates core training. Concentrated effort with meditative flow.GENTLE and RESTORATIVE YOGA THURSDAY 9-10:30AMSoothe and nurture body and soul with accessible, easy paced, basic level yoga. Enjoy slow, relaxing movements, softly focused breathing and guided meditations. Experience restorative poses that renew your sense of well-being, release tension and relieve stress. You can do it!

CLASSES START APRIL 19 10 weeks for $100 / 6 for $72 / Drop in for $13 Beginners and drop ins are always welcome - classes held 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.

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

Your 2011 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/Registration 846-8113

[email protected]

DATES TO REMEMBER FOR 2011:June 24th - 25th 2011

Elora Rocks Mixed 3-Pitch Tourney. Call Merv 846-0328

July 8-10, 2011 Tom Rider Memorial Men’s Fastball

call Shirley 846-8113Proceeds for Groves Memorial/Park

august 13th - 14th, 2011 OASA Peewee Boys Provincial B Championship

Volunteers needed.

www.ponsonbysoftball.ca

WHAT TEAM IS MY CHILD ON? COST?T-Ball 2007, 2006, 2005 $ 10.00Mites-3 Pitch 2005, 2004, 2003 (under 8) $ 80.00Atom 2001-2002 (under 10) $100.00Squirt 1999-2000 (under 12) $100.00Peewee 1997-1998 (under 14) $125.00Bantam 1995-1996 (under 16) $125.00Midget 1992, 1993, 1994 (under 19) $135.00Jr.’s 1988, 1989, 1990 (under 23) $145.00Men’s $145.00

Registration to be held at Elora Community Centre

Thurs. March 10, 2011 6-8 pm during leisure night visit our website www.ponsonbysoftball.ca for registration

form and mail it in with cheque by Apr. 1st, 2011.T-Ball & Mites players will receive a T-shirt please provide sizing

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


Providing opportunities for all ages and both sexes. Highland Rugby Club encourages participation in the increasingly popular,fast-paced sport of Rugby.

We offer a range of programs to suit all abilities and give an option to learn the basics of this sport in a safe environment.

Senior men & woman play SaturdayU18 girls & U18 boys play WednesdayU14 & U16 boys play SaturdayU15, U17 girls play Saturday

Registration forms available on website or we will be at the Leisure shows in March 8th and 10th.

Joe Bowley: 519-400-0547 e: [email protected] rugby registration fees qualify for the children’s fitness tax credit.

Victoria ParkFERGUS

RUGBYwww.highlandrugby.com

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

BootcampIndoor, Outdoors - more levels

Pilates/Golf Fit, NRG Circut - Youth & Parents

cell: 519-994-0-Fit (0348)phone: 519-843-3018

[email protected]

FoR BeTTeR BALANCe iN heALTh, WoRK AND LiFe!

GOLF FIT, BOOTCAMP, PILATES, NRG CIRCUIT - yOUTh & PARENTS

BEGINS IN MARCh & APRIL

Please call for more information:

Class schedule subject to change based on registration.

Sat. 8:30-9:30am Indoors for March & April Evenings added for outdoors

Tues. 10:00-11:00amMon. & Wed. 6:30-7:30pm & 7:30-8:30pmBeginner, Beyond Beginner &Intermediate/Advance levels offered.

Mon. & Thurs. 10:15-11:15amTues & Thurs 7:30-8:30pmImprove your game. Improve your flexibility.

REGISTER NOW!

NRG Circuit for Youth (ages 9 & up)& Parents Thurs. 5:30-6:15pm

New players, old players, supporters, and volunteersare ALWAYS welcome.

U8, U10, U12 Coed play SaturdayU6 Flag play ThursdayAll travelling teams train on Tuesday & Thursday

Golf Fit

Bootcamp

Pilates


Whatever your sport we have

whatyou need.Shoetopia Footwear Outlet

860 Tower Street SouthFergus, On

519-787-1834

www.shoetopia.ca

Shoetopia Footwear Outlet has what you need in footwear for the sport of your choice! With brands like Saucony and New Balance, you’ll find widths from B to 6E.

Whether it’s tennis, zoomba, a jog on the treadmill or the track -

we have it covered at Shoetopia


2011 Home Game ScheduleSat. April 30 - Windsor @ elora - 7pm

Sun. May 1 - London @ elora - 7pm

Sat. May 7 - Spartan @ elora - 7pm

Wed. May 11 - owen Sound @ elora - 8pm

Sat. May 14 - Guelph @ elora - 7pm

Wed. May 25 - orangeville @ elora - 8pm

Sat. June 4 - orangeville @ elora - 7pm

Wed. June 8 - owen Sound @ elora - 8pm

Sat. June 11 - hamilton @ elora - 7pm

Wed. June 15 - Guelph @ elora - 8pm

Be active everyday…for your HEALTH

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TEL: (519) 843-6177FAX: (519) 843-5630

CELL: (519) 820-2824EMAIL: [email protected]

JOFFRE PERREAULT

To advertise inthe Community Guide

call 519-843-2800.

The Community Guideis distributed to every home

in Centre Wellington.

INC.

° Property Maintenance

° Landscape Design & Construction

° Irrigation

° Landscape Products

° Snow Removal & De-Icing

Telephone: 519.843.5489 | Fax: 519.787.0373 | Email: [email protected]


Giving kids a sporting chance.

Canadian Tire Jumpstartis a community based charitable program

that helps kids in financial need to participate in organized sport & recreation such as basketball, soccer, dance or swimming.

If your child is interested in physical activity, please contact Big Brother/Big Sisters or

the Community Resource Centre to find out if he/she is eligible.

519-787-0106 519-843-7000


The Best of Both WorldsINDEPENDENT LIVING WITHTHE SUPPORT YOU WANT!

Heritage River Retirement Residence is all about independent living without

any household responsibilities.

• BEAUTIFUL PRIVATE SUITES• FRESHLY PREPARED MEALS• 24 HOUR HEALTH CARE SUPERVISION• A VARIETY OF ACTIVITIES

Let the decision be yours!Call Heritage River or drop in for a personal tour today!

Call: (519) 846-535025 Wellington Drive, Elora Ontario

www.heritageriver.ca

When is the right time for retirement living?

Osteopathy Clinic

Treatment for chronic and acute pain dysfunctions that is •Personalized •Participatory •Preventive

Karen S. BarkerRMT,B.Sc(NANS),BA,DO(MTP)210 St. Andrew St. E., Fergus519-787-0098

ByAppointmentOnlyMonday - Friday 8:00am - 6:00pm

Ontario 55+ Senior Games Event ListingMay 26 to June 2, 2011

DATE EVENT TIME VENUE

Tues.May 24

OpeningCeremonies

11:00 a.m. Centre Wellington Sportplex

Scrabble 9:30 a.m. Centre Wellington Sportplex

Lawn Bowling 9:30 a.m. Elora LawnBowling Club

Crokinole 1:00 p.m. Centre Wellington Sportplex

Wed.May 25

Pickleball 10:00 a.m. Centre Wellington Sportplex

Darts 9:30 a.m. Elora Legion

Solo 9:00 a.m. Centre Wellington Sportplex

Cribbage 1:00 p.m. Centre Wellington Sportplex

Thurs.May 26

Tennis 10:00 a.m. Fergus Tennis Club

Horseshoes 10:00 a.m. Centre Wellington Sportplex

Fri.May 27

Snooker 9:00 a.m. Victoria Park Seniors Centre

Table Tennis 10:30 a.m. Evergreen Centre Guelph

Mon.May 30

Shuffleboard 10:00 a.m. Evergreen Centre Guelph

5 Pin Bowling 9:00 a.m. Elmira Bowl

Walking 11:00 a.m. Victoria Park Seniors Centre

Nordic Walking 11:00 a.m. Victoria Park Seniors Centre

Tues.May 31

Golf 18 Holes 10:00 a.m. Fergus Golf Club

Badminton 10:00 a.m. Evergreen Centre Guelph

Wed.June 1

Duplicate Bridge 9:00 a.m. Centre Wellington Sportplex

Contract Bridge 1:00 p.m. Centre Wellington Sportplex

10 Pin Bowling 1:30 p.m. WoodlawnBowling

Thurs.June 2

Euchre 9:00 a.m. Centre Wellington Sportplex

Bid Euchre 1:00 p.m. Centre Wellington Sportplex

Closing Banquet 5:00 p.m. Centre Wellington Sportplex

Pick up your registration forms at your Royal Canadian Legion branches, the Centre Wellington Sportsplex, senior centre, community centre’s and libraries in your area.Open to all 55+ Senior residents of Centre Wellington, Guelph, Wilmot, Woolwich,

Waterloo, Cambridge and Kitchener

DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION IS APRIL 26, 2011For more information contact: Joan Coxhead 519-843-3616

[email protected]


ABOUT VICTORIA PARK SENIORS CENTRE

Victoria Park Seniors Centre provides a wide variety of recre-ational programs, special events, bus trips, services and volunteer opportunities for older adults. The programs offered are tailored to individuals 55 years of age and older; however all registered pro-grams are open to any adult look-ing to stay active, develop new skills and friendships. Victoria Park Seniors Centre, which officially opened its doors in June 1992, is a municipal recreation facility oper-ated by the Parks and Recreation Department of the Township of Centre Wellington. Our goal is to support active, healthy lifestyles for older adults through an exten-sive range of social, health, recre-ational and educational programs. We invite you to drop by, take out a membership and experience the benefits of participating.

MEMBERShIP RENEWAL REMINDER

Membership renewals are due June 1, 2011. The new member-ship year runs June 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012.

MEMBERShIP• Membership fee: $21.50 per per-son (includes HST)• The membership year runs June 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012• Available to anyone 55 years of age or older. A younger spouse may also join. Membership has its benefits:• Reduced enrolment fees on all registered programs, bus trips & drop-in activities• Access to more than 70 weekly programs and services for seniors• Access to appointments at any of our clinics (foot care, blood pressure, hearing clinics, low vi-sion clinics, reflexology, chair mas-sage, coin appraisal)• Vote at the Annual General Meeting and hold office on the Centre’s Advisory Board• Have a direct link with local government through the Parks & Recreation Department• Discover a new hobby, skill or talent• Opportunities to become involved in meaningful volunteer work• And, most importantly, meet new friends!Please note that membership fees are non-refundable. Once you have a valid membership, addi-tional fees are required to partici-pate in programs, special events, bus trips, etc.

LOCATION & hOURS• Address: 150 Albert St. West, Fergus. The Centre is situated on the edge of Victoria Park. Tel: 519-787-1814 Fax: 519-787-2091. Website: www.centrewelling-ton.ca (click on “Departments” “Parks & Recreation”, “Seniors Centre”).• Office Hours: Mon to Fri, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, (except statutory holidays). Activities are also held in the evenings & some Saturdays.

ADVISORy BOARDThe Centre is run by a volunteer Advisory Board of seven elected Centre members and one ap-pointed Council Representative. The Advisory Board acts a liai-son between the seniors and the Township of Centre Wellington and works with the Parks and Recreation Dept. to provide qual-ity recreational opportunities for older adults. Meetings are held the first Monday of the month at 9:00 am. All members welcome.

PROGRAM COMMITTEEInterested in providing your input into programs and events for older adults? This volunteer committee organizes special events and fun-draisers for the Centre. We meet the first Monday of the month at

10:00 am. The group is always looking for new ideas and volun-teers to help plan events! Inter-ested? Contact Kathryn Morgan at the Centre.

SUMMER SENIOR GAMES: DISTRICT 26 hELD IN

FERGUSMay 24-June 2, 2011

Centre Wellington (Victoria Park Seniors Centre) will be the host for the 2011 Waterloo-Wellington District 26 Summer Senior Games (held over 8 days from May 24-June 2). Friendly competition for those 55 years and older! Partici-pants compete in various events from the seven surrounding com-munities: Cambridge, Kitchener, Waterloo, Guelph, Wilmot, Wool-wich and Centre Wellington. Some of the events include: snooker, tennis, golf, euchre, bid euchre, bridge, darts, crokinole, cribbage, scrabble, table tennis and much more! Most event locations will be in Fergus, some in Elora and some at the Evergreen Seniors Centre in Guelph. Opening Ceremonies are held Tues. May 24 at 11:00 am at the Sportsplex and Closing Ceremonies/Banquet held Thurs. June 2 at the Sportsplex at 5:00 pm. Registration forms available at Victoria Park Seniors Centre.

Registration for the Spring 2011 Session begins Wednesday, March 9th Victoria Park Seniors Centre Will be closed:

April 22 (Good Friday), April 25 (Easter Monday), May 23 (Victoria Day), July 1 (Canada Day)

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Adult & Senior Programs

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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 faxed before

registration starts will be processed at the end of the first day of registration.


Winners of the scheduled events will go on to compete at the South Western Regional Senior Games in Chatham-Kent on Sept. 1, 2011. For more information, please call the Centre 519-787-1814. Inter-ested in volunteering? We are looking for help with running the events, helping with opening & closing ceremonies, food prepara-tion and more. Contact the Centre if you can help.

REGISTERING FOR PROGRAMS

• Registration for all Spring 2011 programs begins Wed. March 9 @ 8:30 am.• All programs offered at the Seniors Centre require pre-reg-istration, unless specified as a “drop-in” activity group (which do not require registration). Drop-in activities are continuous unless a date is provided.• Payment must be received upon registration and can be made in person by cash, cheque, debit or credit card, over the phone by credit card or online on our Pro-gramAble registration system (contact the Centre for your PIN number & barcode). Cheques made payable to: Township of Centre Wellington – VPSC.• Not a member? Not 55 yet? No problem! You are still welcome to register for any program (a non-member fee will apply). Younger adults are welcomed as valued participants and are invited to register for programs.

DROP-IN PROGRAMS

New participants always welcome! All drop-in activity programs are offered on an ongoing basis un-less otherwise stated. You are not required to register in advance, however, you may want to contact the Activity Convenor (listed below each activity) before your first visit, as some groups do require prior or-ganization of players. Most groups charge a small pay-as-you-go fee or set an annual fee. Attend any activ-ity for free on your first visit. Then choose to become a member OR pay the non-member fee each time ($1 added to drop-in fee). Have an idea for a new activity? Please con-tact the Centre.NOTE: We are looking for volun-teers to organize Saturday morn-ing drop-in group activities. Speak to Kathryn Morgan at the Centre

if you would like to volunteer or have an activity idea!

• Bid EuchreThis fun group meets Tuesdays at 1:00 pm. Drop-in fee: $1 members / $2 non (with prizes).Convenor: Andrea Corner 519-843-7406. We can teach you how to play the game! “Learn to Play Bid Euchre” classes are scheduled usually the last Tuesday of the month at 10:00 am. Call the Centre to register.

• Billiards, Snooker & PoolWe have two billiards tables avail-able for members’ use, Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. The Centre is also open Monday to Thursday evenings from 7:00 to 9:00 pm and some Saturdays. Fee: $38 for an annual billiards mem-bership (June 1, 2011-May 31, 2012). You must first be a mem-ber of the Centre to obtain a bil-liards membership. Alternatively, members can pay the drop-in fee of 25¢ per game (or $1.25 for non-members). Contact: Ted Haines 519-843-4408. Learn to Play Pool sessions are scheduled the first Wed. each month at 2:00 pm.

• Book ClubLove to read? Share your interest with others! Group meets first Friday of the month at 11:00 am to discuss the book of the month, have conversation and find com-mon bonds through books. You’ll read and enjoy books you may have never chosen for yourself! Book list is generated based on group input and is available at the Centre. Drop-in fee: $1 members / $2 non. Interested in joining? Contact Convenor: Lee Walsh 519-843-3491.

• BridgeDuplicate Bridge is played Mon-days at 7:00 pm (including holi-day Mondays). $3 drop-in fee for members / $4 non (with prizes). Convenor: Don McNiven 519-843-1361.Contract Bridge is played Tuesdays at 7:00 pm. Convenor: Marjorie Lake 519-843-7136. Drop-in fee: $1 members / $2 non.Duplicate Bridge is played Wednesdays at 1:00 pm. No charge if you attend Wednesday Lunch otherwise $1 drop-in fee for members / $2 non. Convenor: Leone Masson 519-843-2044.Social Bridge is played Thursdays at 1:00 pm. Convenor: Jean Hol-man 519-843-2004. Drop-in fee: $1 members / $2 non.

• CanastaCanasta is a matching card game in which the object is to create melds of cards of the same rank, then “go out” by playing or dis-carding all the cards in your hand. Join in this new weekly card group Mondays at 9:30 am. Don’t worry if you don’t know how to play – we will teach you! Convenor: Ina Boyle 519-846-8669. Drop-in fee: $1 members, $2 non.

• ChessGroup meets Wednesdays at 2:00 pm. Join us each week to chal-lenge yourself and meet new peo-ple. New to the game or haven’t played in a little while? No prob-lem – we can teach you. Lessons scheduled on the first Wed. of each month at 2:00 pm. Call the Centre to register. Drop-in fee: $1 members, $2 non.

• 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 an instrument. Convenor: Morven McCorquodale 519-843-5066.

• Craft GroupJoin us for a good time on Wednesdays at 1:00 pm. Crafts made by the group are sold in the Centre’s Craft Shoppe year round and at our Annual Fall Bazaar (always held the first Saturday in November). All proceeds sup-port the Centre. Newcomers wel-come! Contact Co-convenors: Jean Haines 519-843-4408 or Diane Thompson 519-787-4179 if you would like to join. Can’t decide what to buy? Gift certificates are also available!

• CribbageGroup meets Friday mornings at 9:30 am. They welcome new players and can teach you how to play. Con-venor: Vern Dowdall 519-843-3907. Drop-in fee: $1 members, $2 non.

• CrokinoleThis fun group meets weekly on Wednesdays at 10:00 am. Contact Donna Wagenaar 519-843-4754 if you are interested or simply drop-in! We can show you how to play the game. Drop-in fee: $1 mem-bers, $2 non.

• DartsThis group meets Thursday morn-ings at 10:00 am. We can teach you how to play and darts are available for those who do not have their own. Convenor: Don

Martin 519-843-3153. Drop-in fee: $1 members, $2 non.

• Drama Group: The Victoria Park PlayersIf you enjoy performing, this fun and lively group is for you! No experience needed! The group meets weekly at pre-arranged times to practice. They organize two performances each year and will be working towards the an-nual Spring Performance held Fri. May 13 @ 2:00 pm. Interested? Please contact Joan Brownlow 519-787-2972.

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

• Euchre Wednesday afternoons at 1:00 pm. No charge if you attend the Wednesday Lunch, otherwise $1 drop-in fee for members / $2 non. Contact Donna Wagenaar 519-843-4754.Thursday evenings at 7:30 pm. Drop-in fee: $2 members / $3 non (with prizes to be won). Conve-nors: Mary & Peter McDougall 519-843-4079.

• Line Dancing-ThursdayThis beginner group for men and women meet Thursday mornings 9:15-11:00 am to learn basic steps. Convenors: Ray & Marie Burkitt 519-846-0036. Could you help us instruct this class? We are looking for volunteer instructors/helpers. Drop-in fee: $1 members, $2 non.

• Line Dancing-WednesdayCome out for fun and exercise on Wednesdays from 3:00 to 4:30 pm to learn basic steps. Please join us! Convenors: Anne & Ron David-son 519-848-6133. Drop-in fee: $1 members, $2 non.

• MovieFridays at 1:00 pm. Drop-in fee: $2 members / $3 non and includes refreshments after the show! Be sure to pick up the movie listing page from the Centre.

• Quilting GroupExperienced quilters are welcome to join this group, which meet Mondays at 1:00 pm. Contact Diane Thompson 519-787-4179 or Jean Haines 519-843-4408. (If you would like to learn to quilt, please contact the Centre for quilting courses offered).


• Rug-Hooking (Traditional)This group meets Monday after-noons at 1:00 pm. All are welcome to come for a creative, social af-ternoon. Newcomers welcome. Contact the Centre 519-787-1814.Drop-in fee: $1 members, $2 non.

• ScrabbleFriendly competition and fun! This group welcomes newcomers and meets Friday mornings at 9:30 am. Convenor: Trudy Kelly 519-843-2506. Drop-in fee: $1 members, $2 non.

• ShuffleboardJoin us for fun, friendship and gentle exercise on Mondays at 1:00 pm. Beginners are most welcome! We will teach you the game. Convenors: Joan Lambert 519-787-1881 & Fern Saunders 519-843-3777. Drop-in fee: $1 members, $2 non.

• Table TennisExercise in disguise! It’s fun, non-competitive play. Group meets twice a week on Tuesday morn-ings at 10:00 am and Thursday afternoons at 1:00 pm. Convenor: Valerie Benn 519-846-8160. Drop-in fee: $1 members, $2 non.

• Ukulele BandJoin us twice a week for this fun group! Mondays & Fridays, 3:00-4:00 pm. No musical experience needed. Will teach any beginner! You just need to bring your own ukulele. Contact Ken McCorquo-dale 519-843-5066.

• Walking GroupsMonday afternoons at 1:30 pm (including statutory holidays) meeting at the Centre to explore a different area each week. No cost. All walking levels welcome! Contact: Ross Chalmers 519-787-4135 or Harald Hennecke 519-843-2286.Monday-Friday Mornings at 9:00 am meeting at the track in Victoria Park. No cost. All welcome! Walk-ing poles available for use. Contact: Donna Wagenaar 519-843-4754Tuesday & Thursday Mornings at 8:30 am. Learn to use walk-ing poles for a more effective workout! No cost. Walking poles available for use. Fitness instruc-tor Kelly Offer will offer instruction and guidance. Contact the Centre.

• Wood CarvingGroup meets Wednesdays at 1:00 pm to learn and share knowledge! Bring your own carving tools. $3 drop-in fee (for members only)

includes wood. Convenor: Paul Spedaliere 519-787-2593.

We are hoping to start up the fol-lowing Drop-in Groups. Please contact the Centre 519-787-1814 if you are interested:

• Art/Hobby GroupBring any type of art or hobby you would like to work on to tap into your creative side.• Carpet BowlingWe will teach you how to play.• Financial Discussion GroupThe purpose of this group is to share information and learn how to better understand and man-age your investments. Interested? Contact the Centre or Joan Cox-head 519-843-3616.• Mah JongMah Jong is a fun game of Chi-nese origin which involves skill, strategy, calculation and a certain degree of luck. • ShanghaiIf you like the game Yahtzee, you will love Shanghai.

CENTRE SERVICES

Blood Pressure ClinicsFREE! Held the first Wednesday each month from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm (see dates below) at Vic-toria Park Seniors Centre. Kelley Eves, Nurse Specialist – Metabolic Care with the Upper Grand Fam-ily Health Team, will check your blood pressure and provide in-formation on how to control your blood pressure. No appointment needed – simply drop-in! Thanks to the Upper Grand Family Health Team for sponsoring this program. Upcoming clinic dates:

april 6, May 4 & June 1

Foot Care ClinicsIt’s important to prevent and treat foot problems. Healthy feet make a happier person! Registered Nurse Pauline Mikol provides the foot care. $22. Appointments are necessary and do fill quickly. To book your ½ hour appt., call the Reception Desk at the Centre 519-787-1814. Bring a small towel with you. Please allow a minimum of 24 hours if you need to cancel an appointment so that we have time to contact someone on the waiting list. Cash or cheques accepted.

CNIB Low Vision Clinic (NEW!)

FREE! This CNIB Lions’ Low Vision Clinic offers you the opportunity

to learn more about vision loss, CNIB services and to explore vari-ous products designed to assist with all aspects of daily living. A CNIB Low Vision Specialist will be on hand to answer your questions. 3rd Tuesday of every month, 9:30 am-12:30 pm held at Victoria Park Seniors Centre. Drop-in! No ap-pointment needed. For more infor-mation contact: Ruby van Eeken (Low Vision Specialist with the CNIB) 1-800-265-4177 ext. 5164.

March 15, april 19,May 17 & June 21

Hearing ClinicsFREE! A drop-in Hearing Clinic will be held Wed. March 16 & Wed. June 15 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm when a Hearing Care Coun-sellor from the Canadian Hearing Society is available to talk to you on a one-to-one basis about any hearing concerns you may have. As well, a FREE Hearing Screen-ing Test (to identify the possibil-ity of hearing loss) is scheduled on Tues. June 21. Simply call the Centre 519-787-1814 to book your ½ hour appt. for this test. Also offered this spring: “Do I Really Need a Hearing Aid? on Thurs. June 30, 12:30-4:00 pm.

ReflexologyNEW! Deeply relaxing, reflexology works the reflex points in your feet that relate to different organs and areas of your body. Circulation is improved to facilitate balance within the body. You will leave feeling relaxed and yet having a renewed energy. Certified Reflex-ologist, Karen Murtagh, provides the reflexology appointments $20. To book your ½ hour appt., call the Centre 519-787-1814. Appts. available every other Monday from 12:30-3:30 pm

March 14 & 28April 4 & 18

May 2, 16 & 30June 13 & 27

Chair MassageNEW! Join specialized certified practitioner, Christine Brown, for a relaxing 10-minute chair massage. Reduce tension, stress, headaches, stiff necks, backaches and in-crease circulation. No removing of clothes and no oils used. To book your appointment, call the Centre 519-787-1814. Appts. available the 2nd Wednesday of the month 9:00 am-12:00 pm. Cost: $10.

March 9, April 13,May 11 & June 8

Wednesday LunchJoin us every Wednesday at 12:00 Noon! Cost is $8 members/$9 non. Meet old friends or make new ones while enjoying a deli-cious and nutritious lunch. Stay for a social afternoon of euchre, bridge, crafts or chess (no charge for these activities if you come for lunch), also woodcarving or bil-liards (drop-in fee applies). Menus are listed in the Centre’s monthly calendar. Call ahead to reserve a spot, as sometimes lunch is sold-out. Don’t miss the following monthly (and sometimes twice a month) fund-raising homemade lunches organized and prepared by the Centre’s Program Commit-tee volunteers:

March 16 (St. Patrick’s)April 20 (Spring Lunch)

May 4 (Homemade Lunch)May 18 (Victoria Day BBQ)June 1 (Homemade Lunch)

June 15 (Celebrate Summer BBQ)

Garden Fresh BoxA non-profit, fresh produce-buying service operated by the Guelph Community Health Centre. Vic-toria Park Seniors Centre is one of many drop-off sites in Wel-lington County (but the only site in the Fergus area!). Your order includes a “Fresh Idea” newslet-ter with recipes and other useful information. The Garden Fresh Box content changes from month to month because the fruits and vegetables are chosen in season when they are at the peak of their nutritional value. To order a Garden Fresh Box, contact Victo-ria Park Seniors Centre 519-787-1814. Place your order by the 1st Friday of the month (cash only). Payment must be made at time of order. Pick up your order on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at Victoria Park Seniors Centre be-tween 1:00 and 4:00 pm. Please bring your own grocery bags. This program runs year round! Cost: $20 large box or $15 small box

Card ServiceDid you know that the Centre sends out cards to members? If you happen to know a member of the Centre who may be ill, recov-ering from an operation, requiring a sympathy card, etc., let us know at the Centre or contact our Out-reach Coordinator, Lori Runnalls.

Crafts for SaleVisit our lovely Craft Shoppe full


of beautiful handmade items. All items are made by our talented craft and quilting group volunteers and the crafts are available for sale year round (gift certificates available). You will find some wonderful homemade crafts and collectibles, including baby cloth-ing, quilts and blankets, sweaters, hats, mitts, scarves, and so much more! Available Mon.-Fri., 9:00 am-4:00 pm. Our annual Fall Ba-zaar fundraiser is always held the first Saturday in November featur-ing crafts made by the group. All proceeds support Victoria Park Seniors Centre.

Monthly CalendarBe sure to pick up a copy of the monthly calendar, listing day-to-day programs at the Centre. It lists menus for Wednesday lunches and also next month’s programs. Free copies are always available at the Centre and also on the website www.centrewellington.ca.

Library, Newspapers & Coffee

Check out our newly reorganized library area. See the wonderful collection of books stocked by your generous donations. Drop by to read a book or borrow one to take home. Come out for coffee and browse through the newspa-pers (Toronto Star, Fergus-Elora News Express, etc). We also ac-cept donations of current maga-zines for our coffee table. A large selection of jigsaw puzzles are also available to borrow. Help yourself to any of the information pamphlets and government pub-lications provided on a range of topics of interest to older adults.

Volunteer OpportunitiesInterested in volunteering at Vic-toria Park Seniors Centre? There are a number of volunteer posi-tions available: kitchen help, reg-istration desk, foot clinics, special events, food preparation, activity convenors, committee work. Vol-unteers are also needed to help with the 2011 Summer Senior Games held in Fergus May 24-June 2. Contact the Centre 519-787-1814.

Grocery Tapes FundraiserSupport the Centre by saving your grocery receipts when shopping at any Zehrs or L&M. We are col-lecting these grocery receipts to help support our programs! Sim-

ply drop off your receipts to the Centre. For every $450 dollars worth of tapes, we receive $1.00. It doesn’t sound like much but it adds up!

SUPPORT SERVICES

Free Income Tax ServiceThis free income tax service is de-signed for lower income seniors. To find out if you qualify or to reg-ister for this service, please call the Community Resource Centre 519-843-7000. To fill out the necessary registration form, please drop by the Community Resource Centre Office located at 160 St. David St. S, Fergus. Computer literate vol-unteers are also needed to assist with this service.

Wellington Transportation Service

Through the joint efforts of many volunteer transportation ser-vice providers across Wellington County, transportation is avail-able to assist seniors in access-ing medical appointments, social programs, shopping, banking, etc. Volunteer drivers provide trans-portation. Call 519-843-7003 or 1-866-694-9562.

VON Meals on WheelsDelivers hot, delicious and nutri-tionally balanced meals to your home around the noon hour. Call 519-323-2330 or 1-888-506-6353 press “3” for the Meals on Wheels program.

Seniors Transit BusA bus runs on Wednesdays in the Fergus area for seniors. $1.50 one-way ($3 round trip). The bus picks you up at home, drops you off at your destination and brings you back home. To use this ser-vice, you must contact the bus driver ahead of time. Pick up a bus schedule and drivers’ phone numbers at the Centre. Coordina-tor: Byron Beirnes 519-843-4148.

BUS TRIPS

We are always in the process of organizing new bus trips for Victo-ria Park Seniors Centre. Some trips may not be listed if arranged after this publication went to print. We encourage you to contact the Centre anytime for updates. Reg-ister early to avoid the disappoint-ment of a sold-out or cancelled trip. We need a minimum num-

ber registered (sometimes up to 4 weeks in advance!) depending on the venue. We travel by coach equipped with a washroom on board. All trips depart from and re-turn to Victoria Park Seniors Cen-tre. Return times are approximate, depending on weather and traffic.

Black Donnelly TourIncludes a tour of the Donnelley Museum, lunch at the Malibu Res-taurant, tour of Ice Culture, luxury coach transportation, hst, driver’s gratuity. Departs 8:00 am, approx. return time 5:00 pm.

Thursday, April 14$64 member / $74 non

MS Chi-Cheemaun Spring Repositioning Cruise

Scenic Georgian Bay from Owen Sound to Tobermory. Includes the cruise on the MS Chi-Cheemaun, buffet lunch on board, luxury coach transportation, hst, driver’s gratuity. Departs 9:00 am, approx. return time 9:00 pm.

Thursday, May 5$95 member / $105 non

Canadian International Military Tattoo

Includes buffet lunch at Hamilton Convention Centre, the Tattoo at Copps Coliseum, luxury coach transportation, hst, driver’s gra-tuity. Departs 10:45 am, approx. return time 6:30 pm.

Sunday, June 26$99 member / $109 non

Hill Island LodgeLansdowne, Ont.

Featuring Kingston & Ottawa 6 days, 5 nights accommodation at Hill Island Lodge. Attractions: guided tour up the Rideau Locks with picnic lunch, museum visit in Ottawa, city tour of Kingston, 1 hour boat cruise of 1000 Islands, nightly entertainment, luxury coach, gra-tuities, baggage handling & taxes. Cancellation insurance available at an additional cost.

Sun. July 24-Fri. July 29Single: $719 or Double: $595

Greg Frewin Magic ShowTravel to Niagara Falls! Includes tour of Joseph’s Estate Winery, lunch at Betty’s Restaurant, Magic Show at the Greg Frewin Theatre in Niagara Falls, luxury coach transportation, hst, driver’s gra-tuity. Departs 9:00 am, approx. return time 7:00 pm.

Saturday, July 30

$93 member / $103 nonOld Mill &

Red Rocket TourTake a trip through the past on the “Red Rocket”. The iconic streetcar served TTC riders from 1938 until 1995 when the last one was taken out of regular service. Over that time the TTC operated 745 “Red Rockets” as they became known in Toronto. Enjoy lunch at the Old Mill Restaurant, a famous Toronto Inn, located in the beautiful set-ting of the Humber Valley. In-cludes lunch, the Red Rocket Tour with historian Mike Filey, luxury coach transportation, hst, driver’s gratuity. Departs 9:45 am, approx. return time 5:15 pm. Note: only 45 seats available on this tour!

Thursday, August 18$89 member / $99 non

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament

Welcome to the 11th century! Me-dieval Times is inspired by the true medieval tradition of royal families inviting guests to a festival and 4-course feast to watch knights compete on horseback. Privileged royal guests are transported to far-away lands including a romantic snowy rendezvous in the woods and an authentic medieval tourna-ment for the Battle of Champions. Includes dinner at Medieval Times and the show, luxury coach trans-portation, hst, driver’s gratuity. Departs 1:00 pm, approx. return time 7:30 pm.

Sunday, September 25$86 member / $96 non

Fall Colour CruiseEnjoy a buffet lunch at the Inn at Christie’s Mill (a beautiful sce-nic dining room overlooking the water), followed by a 2.5 hour fall colour cruise on the Muskoka Trent-Severn Waterway departing from Port Severn. The Serendipity Princess cruises to the Big Chute Marine Railway - only two of its kind in the world. Also includes luxury coach tranportation, hst, driver’s gratuity. Departs 9:45 am, approx. return time 7:30 pm.

Thursday, October 6$90 member/ $99 non

FITNESS CLASSES

Par-Q & YouAll fitness participants must fill out a Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (Par-Q) prior to


participation in any fitness pro-gram. Not only will it help guide your participation but will assist instructors in monitoring your progress. Those with certain medi-cal conditions will need to fill out a PARmed-X form in consultation with their doctor. Forms given at time of registration. If you regis-tered online, please print form off our website www.centrewelling-ton.ca. Forms should be returned by the first day of class. Register early for fitness classes as space is limited. NOTE: Due to allergies, please avoid wearing perfume.

Strength TrainingCertified fitness instructor Kelly Offer will help you regain strength and stamina and then build on that to improve bone density, coordination and stability in this intermediate level class. Become fit with the use of body weight, resistance tubing and chairs. Strengthen and tone various muscle groups. (No class Apr. 25 or May 23).

Mondays, 1:00-1:45 pm April 11–June 27 (10 classes)

$50 member / $60 non

Low Impact AerobicsAn intermediate level, moderate intensity class for those with good mobility or those who have taken fitness classes before. Instructor: Kelly Offer.

Tuesdays, 9:00-9:45 amApril 12–June 28 (12 classes)


Beginner Strength TrainingBeginner exercise program ideal for those new to fitness or for those wanting gentle range of motion exercises to improve bal-ance, flexibility and muscle tone. Suitable for those who must exer-cise from a chair or for those who can stand. Instructors: Kelly Offer (Tuesdays & Thursdays) and Julie Wynhofen (Wednesday class).



Wednesdays, 10:40-11:25 amApril 20–June 22 (10 classes)


Thursdays, 11:00-11:45 amApril 14–June 30 (12 classes)


Pilates for Osteoporosis & Osteoarthritis

Much of the classical Pilates reper-

toire is contraindicated for osteo-porosis and osteoarthritis and can actually put you at risk for fracture and exacerbate the risk factors associated with these conditions. In this class we will manipulate the Pilates repertoire to make it bone safe and effective for build-ing bone density. If you have been diagnosed with osteopenia, osteo-porosis or osteoarthritis, this is the class for you. Join certified fitness instructor Kelly Offer for this fun and challenging class!



Break Through: Osteoporosis Prevention

& ManagementInformation program developed by Osteoporosis Canada and de-signed specifically for adults 50+ to help achieve good bone health and reduce risk for developing osteoporosis. For those with os-teoporosis, it will help treat the disease, manage symptoms, avoid fractures. For each class, certified fitness instructor Kelly Offer, will provide you with information to help you maintain bone strength, prevent bone loss and falls. Note: This ½ hour class is a lecture/pre-sentation format. Due to grant funding, class is free but please pre-register!Tuesdays, 11:45 am-12:15 pm

April 12-May 17 (6 classes)

Tuesdays, 11:45 am-12:15 pm May 24-June 28 (6 classes)

Urban Pole/Nordic Walking FREE! Think cross-country ski-ing without the skis! This out-door weekly drop-in group will help you build a regular walking routine into your life. A highly ef-fective core muscle strengthening exercise that increases stability and balance. Poles reduce impact on knee and hip joints. Safe, en-joyable and easy to learn. Learn proper techniques for breathing, posture and balance. Join certi-fied fitness instructor Kelly Offer for this fully integrated walking program that turns walking into a workout! Great workout in all types of weather. Come dressed for the weather as we walk year round in rain, sun & snow! Walking poles provided (limited number) or bring your own. Start anytime. Free!

Tuesdays &/or Thursdays8:30-9:00 am

Stability Ball – Intermediate Level

Improve balance and strength using balls and mats. The ball of-fers many options, is suitable for intermediate to advanced partici-pants and will improve your bal-ance, strength and flexibility. All equipment supplied. Instructor: Julie Wynhofen.

Wednesdays, 9:00-9:45 am April 20–June 22 (10 classes)


Men’s Fitness - Back to Basics

If you have ever suffered from an episode of back pain (or simply want to avoid one) then this is the class for you. We will work on strength-ening and conditioning your abs and back for reduced back pain, better stability and a flatter stom-ach. While the focus of this class is on the core, flexibility and balance training will round out the program. Instructor: Julie Wynhofen.

Wednesdays, 9:50-10:30 am April 20–June 22 (10 classes)


Advanced Strength Training

This class is designed for those who have had previous strength training experience (one year or more) and/or are mobile enough to transition from standing to mat work and back again. This class uses various resistance and bal-ance training equipment. Join cer-tified fitness instructor Kelly Offer for this fun and challenging class!

Thursdays, 9:00-9:45 am April 14–June 30 (12 classes)


Beginner to Intermediate Level Strength Training

Class will accommodate those new to fitness, at a beginner level or those at a more intermediate level. Certified fitness instructor Kelly Offer will help you regain strength and stamina and then build on that to improve bone density, coordination and stabil-ity. Become fit with the use of body weight, resistance tubing and chairs. Strengthen and tone various muscle groups. Options will be given to accommodate all levels of fitness.

Thursdays, 10:00-10:45 am April 14–June 30 (12 classes)


Gentle Yoga IGentle Yoga, Level 1 is ideal both for those new to yoga as well as for those with some experience who enjoy a gentler practice with basic breathing practices and a brief, quiet seated meditation ending each class. It is a slightly shorter class than the Level II Yoga and most of the practice is done on the floor. Please bring a yoga mat, a towel and a strap (or an old tie) to each class. Instructor: Karen Murtagh. If you have any questions, please contact Karen at 519-803-0663. Pre-register. (No class Apr. 25 or May 23).

Mondays, 10:40–11:55 amApril 4–June 27 (11 classes)$88 members / $93.50 non

Chair YogaChair Yoga gives all the same ben-efits of other kinds of yoga without having to come to the floor to do the postures. We will use the chair for stability in standing postures and then sit on the chair for breath work, movements to increase range of movement and for postures as well as to sit for a quiet meditative practice to end each class. Please bring a yoga mat, a yoga block as well as a yoga strap (or a tie). This class is suitable both for beginners and for those who have done yoga before but who would prefer not doing floor postures. Instructor: Karen Murtagh.

Tuesdays, 4:00-5:00 pmApril 5–June 21 (12 classes)

$96 members /$102 non

Gentle Yoga IIThis 1½ hour class incorpo-rates lying, seated, kneeling and standing postures. Explore open-ing, breathing, stretching and strengthening in the context of mindfulness, community and joy. Instructor: Jill Davey. If you are unsure which yoga class (Gentle Yoga I or Gentle Yoga II) is the best fit for you, contact Jill 519-843-5900 to inquire. Please bring a yoga mat and yoga block to class. (No class May 26).Thursdays, 11:10 am-12:40 pm

April 7–June 9 (9 classes)$72 members / $76.50 non

Tai Chi This slow-moving, meditative and gentle exercise helps restore and maintain fitness and flexibility. This non-strenuous introductory class is suitable for all ages and fitness lev-els. Instructor: Billye Milliken. Pre-


register. (No class May 23).Mondays, 9:00-10:00 amMay 2-June 27 (8 classes)$44 members / $48 non

**NOTE: Take any of two of the above fitness courses per week (per person) and save $5 OR take three fitness courses per week (per person) and save $10.

Walking GroupsMonday afternoons at 1:30 pm (including statutory holidays). The group meets at the Centre to explore a different area each week. No cost. All walking levels welcome! Contact: Ross Chalmers 519-787-4135 or Harald Hennecke 519-843-2286.Monday to Friday Mornings at 9:00 am meeting at the track in Victoria Park. No cost. All wel-come! Walking poles are available for use. Contact: Donna Wagenaar 519-843-4754.Tuesday & Thursday Mornings at 8:30 am. Learn to use Nordic walking poles for a more effec-tive workout and we provide the poles! No cost. Certified fit-ness instructor Kelly Offer will be walking with the group to teach techniques and to show how to effectively use the walking poles.

DANCE PROGRAMS

Belly Dancing A gentle exercise that stretches, strengthens and tones specific muscle groups as you learn the basic foundations movements. Experience the magical effects created by using a veil as a prop while manipulating the fabric to frame and flow around the body. Build confidence, grace of move-ment and improve posture. Join us for the fun of it and meet women of all ages who practice it. Bring a yoga mat, water and towel. Dress comfortably. Veils provided. For adults aged 21 and up. Instructor: Lise Stewart. (No class on these Mondays: Apr. 25 or May 23. No class these Wednesdays: May 18 or June 15). BONUS: For those reg-istered in the Monday or Wednes-day classes, you can attend the Saturday morning drop-in class 10:00-11:30 am for $2 per class! The Saturday morning class is not for beginners.

Mondays, 9:00-10:30 am April 18–June 6 (6 classes)

$39 members / $45 non

Mondays, 7:00-8:30 pm

April 18–June 6 (6 classes) $39 members / $45 non

Wednesdays, 7:00-8:30 pm Apr. 27–June 8 (6 classes)$39 members / $45 non

Saturdays, 10:00-11:30 am(Intermediate Level)

$2 drop-in fee - ongoing

Mondays, 9:00-10:30 am June 13–July 18 (6 classes)


Mondays, 7:00-8:30 pm June 13–July 18 (6 classes)


Wednesdays, 7:00-8:30 pm June 22–July 27 (6 classes)


FREE Class: Zumba GoldA chance for you try out this new fitness/dance class to see what it is all about! Instructor: Nerine Christie. Pre-register

Tuesday, April 1912:00-12:45 pm

Zumba GoldA fitness class designed for the active older adult. A fusion of in-ternational music, this class tones and sculpts without you even knowing it. This class is based on the principle that a workout should be fun & easy to do. If you like to dance, you will love Zumba. Instructor: Nerine Christie. (No class Apr. 25, May 23). Try the free trial class on April 19! Note the new Tuesday class.

Mondays, 12:00-12:45 pm April 18-June 27 (9 classes)

$67.50 member / $76.50 non

Tuesdays, 12:00-12:45 pm April 26-June 21 (9 classes)

$67.50 member / $76.50 non

Line DancingThursday Line DancingBeginner group for men and women meet Thursdays 9:15-11:00 am to learn basic steps. Drop-in fee: $1 members / $2 non. Convenors: Ray & Marie Burkitt 519-846-0036. Could you help in-struct this class? Let us know!Wednesday Line Dancing Fun and exercise on Wednesdays 3:00-4:30 pm to learn basic steps. Drop-in fee: $1 members / $2 non. Convenors: Anne & Ron Davidson 519-848-6133.

DAyTIME COMPUTER CLASSES

Beginner & Intermediate Computer Course

Focusing on Email, Internet searches and basic word pro-cessing skills. Three students per class. Five weeks (one hour class held Mon. afternoons and Wed. mornings). Beginners will be in-troduced to information required to effectively use their comput-ers. Those with some keyboard experience will learn new skills to help better manage their work, including how to: work with Win-dows, make your computer “user friendly”, type letters, prepare ta-bles/charts, columns and posters, avoid problems and what to do when mistakes happen. Instruc-tion manual included. Instructor: Joan Coxhead.

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

May 30–June 29 (10 classes) $85 member / $95 non

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

May 30-June 29 (10 classes) $85 member / $95 non

Troubleshoot Your Computer

Learn how to avoid those annoy-ing little messages that keep ap-pearing on your computer screen with these preventative steps for your computer. Instructor: Dushan Grunstein.

Wed. Mar.16, 2:00-4:00 pm $18 member / $22 non

Computer Photo EditingNow that you have taken all those digital photos, learn how to store and edit them. Learn to transfer pictures from your camera using the computer’s built-in function. Learn how to edit your photos (touch up colour, crop, add spe-cial effects), print and incorpo-rate them into letters and other documents including your e-mail program. Some computer experi-ence needed. Instructor: Dushan Grunstein.

Fridays, 2:00-4:00 pmMar. 18-Apr. 1 (3 classes)


Computer SecurityThis class will focus on the ways you can protect your computer from viruses, spam and inter-

net scams. Instructor: Dushan Grunstein.

Wed. Mar. 23, 2:00-4:00 pm $18 member / $22 non

Downloading RefresherThis workshop is for those who have some experience in down-loading or who want to know what can be downloaded from the Internet. We will go to some of the best “freebie” sites and dis-cuss the steps of safe download-ing. Instructor: Dushan Grunstein.

Wed. Mar. 30, 2:00-4:00 pm $18 member / $22 non

Computer PrintingThis workshop will teach you about the world of computer print-ers. Whether you are looking to buy one or want to do more with the one you own, this course will help you understand the benefits of today’s printers. Instructor: Du-shan Grunstein.

Wed. Apr. 6, 2:00-4:00 pm $18 member / $22 non

Purchasing a New Computer

Are you in the market for a new computer but not sure where to begin? Presenter Dushan Grunstein will take you through the steps of buying a computer, including determining your needs and requirements, what to look out for, what the “extras” are and help you get started. Two dates to choose from. Pre-register.

Fri. April 8, 2:00-4:00 pm $18 member / $22 non

Wed. June 15, 2:00-4:00 pm $18 member / $22 non

Where the Heck Are My Files?

This two week course will help you find files already on your computer and manage all of your files for fu-ture. It will allow you to manage doc and image files better, know where your files and photos are saved when they download from your camera, internet or saved from a program. This session would be suitable for both mac and pc users. Some computer ex-perience in necessary.

Wednesdays, 2:00-4:00 pmApr. 13 & Apr. 20 (2 classes)


Internet RefresherIn this workshop reacquaint your-self with the Internet, learn simple


and useful shortcuts and how to protect your computer from spam and viruses. Instructor: Dushan Grunstein

Fri. April 15, 2:00-4:00 pm$18 member / $22 non

EBay–Online Auction SiteDo you have treasures just col-lecting dust? They may be worth cash if you know the secret to selling. Or maybe you are looking for something special or want to complete a collection? Learn how to do it all on EBay, the internet’s most popular auction site. Instruc-tor: Dushan Grunstein.

Wed. April 27, 2:00-4:00 pm $18 member / $22 non

Computer Maintenance & Clean Up

Is your computer too slow? Learn how to get peak performance out of your computer. Topics: remov-ing unused programs, defragment-ing your hard drive, checking for free HD space, ScanDisc, virus and hacker protection, spyware and adware. Instructor: Dushan Grunstein. Pre-register.

Fridays, 2:00-4:00 pmApril 29-May 13 (3 classes)


Face BookFace Book is a very popular social networking website that allows you to join “networks” of groups and friends to chat with online. Learn how to share pictures, sto-ries and keep updated with fam-ily and friends. Instructor: Dushan Grunstein.

Wed. May 4, 2:00-4:00 pm $18 member / $22 non

YouTubeYouTube is a video sharing web-site where users can upload, view and share video clips. Every day some short video clip on YouTube makes headline news. This class will give you some tips on how you can join the fun. Instructor: Dushan Grunstein. Pre-register.

Wed. May 11, 2:00-4:00 pm $18 member / $22 non

New Computer Know HowIf you have recently purchased a computer but do not know where to start, this class will give you a general overview. Presenter: Du-shan Grunstein. Pre-register.

Wed. May 18, 2:00-4:00 pm $18 members / $22 nonWord & Excel 2007

Microsoft Word is an excellent program to help you create better documents, letters, cards and so much more. You will also be intro-duced to the capabilities of Micro-soft Excel, spreadsheet software, which allows you to create charts, graphs and formulas, prepare bud-gets and more. Some mouse and keyboard experience needed. In-structor: Dushan Grunstein.

Fridays, 2:00-4:00 pmMay 20–June 3 (3 classes)


Digital Photos to MoviesYou have mastered the art of tak-ing photos with your digital cam-era – now what do you do with them? Let us show you how Movie Maker software (that comes with Windows) takes your ordinary photos and brings them to life and can be played on any DVD player. Instructor: Dushan Grunstein.

Wednesdays, 2:00-4:00 pmMay 25–June 8 (3 classes)


Downloading Free StuffEver wonder how people get that great software, games or music for their computer for free? This course will show you where to go to get that free stuff as well as the process for downloading and proper file management. Par-ticipants should be comfortable with the mouse and have internet browsing experience. Instructor: Dushan Grunstein.

Fridays, 2:00-4:00 pm June 10-June 24 (3 classes)


Google MeGoogle Earth, Google maps, Google News, Google Video…Google has evolved far beyond a search engine for the internet. It is a powerful source for information, tools and general fun. Learn all the ways you can “google”. Instruc-tor: Dushan Grunstein.

Wednesdays, 2:00-4:00 pmJune 22-July 6 (3 classes) $54 member / $66 non

EVENING & WEEKENDCOMPUTER CLASSES

Picture Perfect – Managing Your Holiday

Digital ImagesDigital cameras and scanners are now found in most homes and of-fices and have great potential to

enhance projects and services if used effectively. This course will share practical strategies and tech-niques for managing and using digital images acquired through digital photography or scanning. Learn how to enhance and man-age images using simple desktop applications, incorporate them into documents and projects, and place them online via applications such as Web E-mail and Facebook. Instructor: Corie Kelly, MOUS (Mi-crosoft Office User Specialist).

Tuesdays, 6:00–8:00 pmMarch 22 & 29 (2 classes)


Make Your Own Greeting Cards & Calendars

Have you ever wanted to make your own personalized birthday cards that contain text, pictures, symbols and borders? This course is to help you produce documents that contain artwork and use vari-ous fonts and styles. The emphasis is on simplicity of process with lots of hands-on practice. Printing and various other sharing techniques will also be discussed. No previous typing skills are needed. Instruc-tor: Corie Kelly, MOUS (Microsoft Office User Specialist).

Thursdays, 6:00–8:00 pmMarch 24 & 30 (2 classes)


Social NetworkingDon’t be left out of the com-munications world. Attend this overview to social networking and learn all about making new contacts, sharing information, and connecting with friends using Facebook, Twitter, MySpace and YouTube. Instructor: Corie Kelly, MOUS (Microsoft Office User Spe-cialist).

Sat. March 26, 9:00 am–12:00 pm


DVD/CD Burning Do you want to preserve digital photos you took on vacation in-stead of taking up precious space on your hard drive. Or maybe keep a digital record of your house in-ventory to store in a safety deposit box? This course will explain how to make a CD/DVD; how to erase a CD/DVD; how to copy your pic-tures and verify they are copied and how to back-up your files to a CD/DVD. It also introduces Win-dows Media Player 11; helps you make your own music library and

then shows you how to copy this music to a CD/DVD. Make sure your “one of a kind” picture is saved from computer failure: burn it on a CD/DVD. Instructor: Corie Kelly, MOUS (Microsoft Office User Specialist).Sat. March 26, 1:30–3:30 pm


CREATIVE ARTS & MUSIC

Ukulele BandJoin us twice a week for this fun group! No musical experience needed. Will teach any beginner! You just need to bring your own ukulele. Contact convenor Ken Mc-Corquodale if you have any ques-tions 519-843-5066. No charge.

Mondays & Fridays3:00-4:00 pm

Drama Group Rehearsals for the

Spring PerformanceIf interested, please contact Joan Brownlow at 519-787-2972. The Spring Performance will take place on Friday, May 13th at 2:00 pm at the Centre.

Watercolour Painting for Everyone!

Join instructor Lorraine McDon-ald in this fun and relaxing class where we will work in various techniques of watercolour to cre-ate beautiful paintings. We will also try our hand at some pen and ink. Each class will begin with a demonstration. All levels welcome. Supply list available at registration.

Thursdays, 1:30-3:30 pmApril 7-June 9 (10 classes)

$86 member /$91 non

Thursdays, 1:30-3:30 pmJune 16-Aug. 18 (10 classes)

$86 member /$91 non

GuitarDo you have a guitar collecting dust in a closet? Are you a little rusty from not playing for years? Then this is the course for you. In this relaxing class we will learn to tune a guitar and how to play using chords, strumming and learn a few songs. You will need a gui-tar and a music stand. Instructor: Lorraine McDonald. Thursdays, 10:30 am-12:00 pm

April 14-May 19 (6 classes) $58 member /$63 non

Thursdays, 10:30 am-12:00 pm


May 26-June 30 (6 classes) $58 member /$63 non

Bunka ArtistryThis Japanese embroidery tech-nique uses a punch needle and coloured silk-like rayon threads to create beautiful pictures resem-bling delicately shaded paintings. No knots to tie and mistakes are easy to correct. This course is for new and returning students and all skill levels. All supplies avail-able from instructor Mary Pierson (beginner kit cost: $50). Beginners are welcome and can start any-time! Contact the Centre for class dates in June.

Tuesdays, 9:30-11:30 amApr. 19-May 24 (6 classes)


Rubber Stamping / Card Making

Beginner to advanced stampers will enjoy this fun, hands-on card-making workshop. Create your own personalized greeting cards and learn other crafty ideas! Bring scissors, glue stick and a $6 sup-ply fee to class. Instructor: Joanne McTavish. Pre-register.

Tuesday, April 199:30-11:30 am (1 class)

$3 member / $5 non

Watercolour Painting with Vivian

Learn different techniques, leaving whites, masking, negative spaces, centre of interest, glazing, colour value. You will work on your favourite subject, so bring a pic-ture or drawing. Supply list avail-able at registration. Instructor Vivian Andrews.

Fridays, 1:00-3:00 pmApril 29-June 24 (9 classes)


Jewellery Making: Spiral “S” Necklace

Stunning is the word for a neck-lace that allows you to create an individual look just by changing beads. Different colours, sizes, shapes, mix and match, all the same—endless possibilities! There will be a variety of beads to choose from at no additional cost but you are welcome to bring your own (14 to 18 depending on size would be enough). You will also learn to make your own clasp in this class. Join instructor Karen Howard, FCGmA for this fun 2-hour class. Bring a supply fee of

$34 to class. See a photo of the necklace at the Centre. Supplied for your use that day will be all pli-ers and wire cutters. This project is easy to learn and easy on the hands.

Thursday, May 26 (1 class)1:00-3:00 pm


CARDS & GAMES

Learn to Play Bid EuchreJoin in a fun session with volun-teer instructor Andrea Corner to learn how to play this interesting card game. It’s easy and you’ll learn quickly! Pre-register. Drop-in fee: $1 members / $3 non. Many dates to choose from:

Tues. Mar. 29 @ 10:00 amTues. Apr. 26 @ 10:00 amTues. May 31 @ 10:00 amTues. June 28 @ 10:00 am

Learn to Play ChessHave you always wanted to learn to play this intriguing game? Join us for this fun session to learn the basics. Drop-in fee: $1 members / $3 non. Please pre-register. Many dates to choose from:

Wed. Apr. 6 @ 2:00 pm Wed. May 4 @ 2:00 pm Wed. June 1 @ 2:00 pm

Learn to Play PoolCalling all women! Have you always wanted to learn to play pool? Join in this small, friendly, relaxed class at the Centre in the billiards room to learn the basics of the game. All equipment pro-vided. Please pre-register. Drop-in fee: $1 members / $3 non. Many dates to choose from:

Wed. Apr. 6 @ 2:00 pm Wed. May 4 @ 2:00 pm Wed. June 1 @ 2:00 pm

CanastaJoin in this new weekly drop-in card group held Mondays at 9:30 am. Don’t worry if you don’t know how to play – we will teach you! Contact the Centre if you are inter-ested. $1 drop-in fee for members or $2 non-members (but try if for free your first time!).

GENERAL INTEREST

Genealogy: Organizing Your Family

Do you have some genealogical information on your family but are not sure how to put it all together? Need help finding more informa-tion? Come with your information,

stories and photos and learn how to organize it into a book form that you will be able to share with family members. Supplies: $5 pay-able to instructor at class. Instruc-tor: Margaret McCarney.Saturdays, 10:00 am–12:00 pm

March 19-May 7 (8 classes)$56 member / $64 non

Do It Yourself SeminarNot sure how to use those tools that you have sitting on a shelf? Let the Travelling Handyman, Ken Ferrier, show you how to put them to good use doing small jobs around the house including chang-ing a door knob from the round type to a simple lever type that al-lows easier access to a room. That constant drip from the bathroom tap or that tap that just won’t shut off may just need a simple washer or cartridge replacement or possi-bly a new set of taps. As an added bonus Ken will be giving away as a door prize a 2 hour in-home ser-vice at no charge (materials not included).

Mon. March 21 @ 10:15 am $1 member / $3 non

Retirement ReadinessRetirement planning involves lots of choices and decisions about finances, health issues, relation-ships, leisure time, lifestyles and identity concerns. Let’s take a look at what this next stage brings. Whether you are in your 40’s, 50’s, or 60’s, this planning session will get you started. Instructor Donna McCaw brings the experience, the research and a sense of humour to the process of retirement planning. A $20 fee for the workbook is pay-able to the instructor at first class.

Mondays, 6:30-9:30 pmMarch 21 & 28 (2 classes)$34 members / $38 non

SudokuWant to learn how to do this puzzle that so many people seem to be doing these days? Find out why it is so addictive! Or maybe you have tried doing it but can’t seem to get beyond the easy or in-termediate level? Learn some tips to help you on your way to solving the puzzles quickly and without mistakes! Those who have taken this workshop before are welcome to take it again as a refresher. (Thanks to volunteer Bud Fauteux for leading this session). Join us for one session or attend both. $1 member / $3 non-member.

Tuesday, March 229:30-11:30 am (1 class)

Tuesday, May 109:30-11:30 am (1 class)

Coin Appraisal ClinicHave you wondered about the value of those coins you’ve been saving? Coin expert and volunteer, Donald Quant, will value and iden-tify your coins and trade dollars. He has been an avid collector all his life and has extensive knowl-edge to share. Book your appoint-ment between 2:00-4:00 pm prior to the clinic by calling the Centre.

Tuesday, March 22$1 member / $3 non

Tuesday, June 7$1 member / $3 non

Gardening Talks with Trevor!

Join Trevor Ashbee, Horticultur-alist for the Township of Centre Wellington for a fun morning of gardening tips and talk. He’ll pro-vide you with lots of useful infor-mation that will have you looking forward to the upcoming garden-ing season. Great ideas to get you going this spring! Two dates:

Mon. March 28 @ 10:15 am$1 member / $3 non

Mon. May 9 @ 10:15 am$1 member / $3 non

Lunch & Tour of Heritage River

Retirement ResidenceIf you’ve never toured Heritage River Retirement Residence in Elora, now’s your chance! Held the last Thursday each month. Includes a delicious lunch at Heri-tage River and the tour – all at no cost to you! Tour of the facility is at 11:00 am and the complimen-tary lunch is at 12:00 pm. Please pre-register at the Seniors Centre.March 31, April 28, May 26 or June 30.

Beginner FrenchThis class is for those people who have no or little French experience. It is an introduction to the French language. This course will include pronunciation, vocabulary, read-ing, writing and beginning conver-sation. Instructor: Virginia burns, a retired French Immersion teacher. Please bring a notebook & French/English dictionary to class.

Thursdays, 7:00-8:30 pmMarch 31-May 19 (8 weeks)



Book ClubLove to read? Share your interest with others in this drop-in group at the Centre which meets the first Friday of the month at 11:00 am. The list of books to be discussed can be found at the Reception Desk of the Seniors Centre. For more information contact the Cen-tre 519-787-1814 or group leader: Lee Walsh 519-843-3491. Drop-in!

$1 member / $2 non.April 1, May 6 & June 3

Friday MoviesFridays at 1:00 pm we show great movies on a large-screen TV. $2 for members or $3 for non-mem-bers to cover cost of refreshments after the show. Thanks to Cherry Hill Video for sponsoring this pro-gram. Pick up the detailed movie sheet from the Centre, listing our line-up of great films! No need to pre-register – just drop-in! April 1 SecretariatApril 8 Nanny McPhee ReturnsApril 15 The Oxford MurdersCancelled April 22 (Good Friday)Cancelled April 29 (Art & Hobby Show)May 6 A Dog YearCancelled May 13 (Drama Performance)May 20 The Winning SeasonMay 27 You AgainJune 3 RedJune 10 Charlie St. CloudJune 17 Dean SpanleyJune 24 The Last Brickmaker in America

Cruise Travel PresentationThinking of going on a cruise? Or maybe you’ve been before but want some up to date informa-tion? Join us for an interesting talk that will focus on the differ-ent types of cruises and land tours, the cruise industry, overview of a cruise and planning ahead. Pre-sented by Paul Valeriote, Cruise & Vacation Specialist with Expedia Cruise Ship Centers.

Mon. April 4 @ 10:15 am $1 member / $3 non

Easy French PlusThis is for those people who have some knowledge of the French language. The course will include reading, writing, basic grammar and conversation. Teacher will be Virginia Burns, retired French Immersion teacher. Please bring a French/English dictionary with you.

Tuesdays, 1:00-2:30 pmApril 5-May 31 (9 weeks)


Tell Your Story: A Workshop for Seniors

Life stories are a window into the past and provide understanding for today. When our grandparents, parents and other family members share their stories they bring our ancestors to life; their stories con-nect us to our roots. Preserving these stories leaves a legacy to our children, grandchildren for generations to come. “Telling Your Story” is a how-to workshop for individuals interested in pre-serving these irreplaceable family treasures. Through a combination of discussion, demonstration and lecture, the personal historians, Lucy Ferguson and Jack Watkins will: show you tricks to jog your memory, audio recording of your stories, guidance towards a writ-ten story and much more.

Fri. April 8, 9:30-11:30 am $ 1 member / $3 non

Lower Your Taxes: The Opportunity of

Pension Income SplittingThis seminar is for the retired or soon to be retired couple who has a variance in income and would like to take advantage of the op-portunities from pension adjust-ments. This would also be helpful for couples who are concerned about Old Age Security Clawback. Presented by Liam Johnston, In-vestors Group Financial Services.

Mon. April 11 @ 10:30 am$1 members / $3 non

Life Stories - RecordingAn opportunity to experience telling your life stories to a pro-fessional and compassionate personal historian. Lucy Ferguson B.A. and Jack Watkins M.S.W of Expressions of Wisdom assist in-dividuals in telling and recording their stories as a therapeutic pro-cess, while at the same time pro-viding a family treasure for loved ones. They are inviting individuals to experience this process through a one-hour, no charge interview session where your stories will be guided by their expertise and then recorded to a personalized audio CD. Lucy and Jack are both pas-sionate about their work and are hoping to raise awareness about the value of both telling and pre-serving these life gems. Call the Centre 519-787-1814 to book your

appt. time.Friday, April 15

Appts: 9:30-11:30 am

Home Children Presentation

Between 1869 and the early 1930’s over 100,000 British Home Children were sent to Canada by over 50 childcare organizations. Few of the British Home Children were able to find their families once in Canada. Many of their de-scendants continue to search their 20 million unknown British rela-tives. Join presenter Harold Oud-ney (and member of the Centre) for a very interesting and informa-tive talk. Harold has a wealth of experience gained from research into his own family (as his father was a Home Child). NOTE: Please bring any pictures, stories or perti-nent information about your own Home Child relative if you have them to this session.

Mon. May 2 @ 10:15 am$1 members / $3 non

55 Alive – Mature Driver Improvement Course

A driver refresher classroom course by the Canada Safety Coun-cil to help mature drivers improve driving skills. Learn about current rules of the road, how to oper-ate your vehicle safely in today’s driving environment and some adjustments to common age-related changes in vision, hear-ing, and reaction time. Gain more confidence behind the wheel. In-structor: Susan Fow (Certified Pro-fessional Driving Instructor). Cost includes a workbook and a Driver Improvement Certificate issued by Canadian Safety Council. Please pre-register one week in advance. Bring a bag lunch.Fri. May 20, 9:00 am-2:30 pm


Financial Discussion: Understanding Your

InvestmentsThis session is geared to small investors holding mutual funds. Know what “products” you hold and compare them with other in-vestment options. Increase your gains by learning about the many costs involved and ways to de-crease those costs. This discussion will put you on the road to becom-ing “financially literate” and help you know what questions to ask of your Financial Planner/Advisor.

Group led by volunteer & Centre member: Joan Coxhead. (We are hoping to start a monthly drop-in group to share information and better understand and manage investments. Interested? Contact the Centre or Joan Coxhead 519-843-3616).

Mon. June 6 @ 10:15 am $1 member / $3 non

If You Can’t Predict,You Should Prepare

Whether the market is gliding along smoothly or starts to get a little rocky, a consistent invest-ment approach is best. To learn how this philosophy might benefit you, join in this seminar. Learn strategies for staying focused when the market becomes vola-tile. Learn how to make informed financial decisions. Presented by James Rankin, Financial Advisor with Edward Jones.

Mon. June 27 @ 10:15 am$1 member / $3 non

hEALTh & WELLNESS

Chair MassageReduce tension, stress, headaches, stiff necks, backaches and in-crease circulation. Join specialized certified practitioner, Christine Brown, for a relaxing 10-minute chair massage. (No removing of clothes and no oils used). To book your appointment, call the Recep-tion Desk at the Centre 519-787-1814. Held the 2nd Wednesday of the month.Mar. 9, April 13, May 11, June 8

Appts. available 9:00 am-12:00 pm

Cost: $10

ReflexologyDeeply relaxing, reflexology works the reflex points in your feet that relate to different organs and areas of your body. Circulation is improved to facilitate balance within the body. You will leave feeling relaxed and yet having a renewed energy. Certified Reflex-ologist Karen Murtagh, provides the reflexology appointments. To book your ½ hour appointment, please call the Reception Desk at the Centre 519-787-1814.Held every other Monday.

Mar. 14 & 28, April 4 & 18,May 2, 16 & 30, June 13 & 27

Appts available 12:30-3:30 pmCost: $20


Eat Well to Age WellJoin is for an informative nutrition session on senior friendly ideas for healthy eating. Presented by Amy Waugh, Registered Dietitian with the Upper Grand Family Health Team. Don’t miss it! Pre-register.

Tues. March 22 @ 3:00 pm $1 member / $3 non

Walk & Talk Wellness Session

Join us for a fun session that will have you moving and learning at the same time! Learn how you can get a great walking workout. We will discuss falls prevention, the benefits of walking with poles, proper footwear, healthy snacks and much more. Bring water. Pre-sented by Phyllis Enns, Wellness Nurse with the Upper Grand Family Health Team.

Tues. April 12, 3:00-4:00 pm No charge

Rightsizing Our Homes and Possessions

Are you feeling overwhelmed with the “stuff” in your home, or thinking of downsizing to a smaller residence? Wondering what to do with the accumula-tions of a lifetime? In this work-shop, professional organizers Liz Vogt and Kathy MacLean (Me-thodical Minds) will share tips and strategies for clearing the clutter, deciding which treasures to keep and what to do with the rest – to help make your current home or-ganized and efficient, or help you manage your move.

Mon. April 18 @ 10:15 am $1 members / $3 non

Mobility & Daily Living Aids for Seniors

Michelle Kennedy, Mobility Con-sultant with Motion Specialities will be on hand to answer any questions or concerns you may have in regards to any mobil-ity aids, daily living aids or other products such as oxygen and CPAP currently on the market as well as any available funding op-tions you maybe entitled to. A qualified service technician will be on site to evaluate your walker/wheelchair for safety. Parts and service under $40 required on this day will be complimentary. No charge. Drop-in!

Wednesday, April 2010:00 am-12:00 pm

Wednesday, May 1810:00 am-12:00 pm

Brain GymImprove your brain fitness! Chal-lenge yourself in this fun and inter-active session to help you on your way to improving your memory, concentration, balance and coor-dination. This unique program is based on current scientific research on how the brain functions. Re-search studies show keeping your brain active and alert slows down or reverses some of the symptoms of aging, such as lack of concentra-tion, poor recall, limited thinking patterns, and inability to learn new material. Presented by Heritage River Retirement Residence.

Tues. April 26 @ 1:30 pm $1 member / $3 non

Eating for Diabetes: Enjoy your Food &

Manage Blood SugarLearn about risk factors for dia-betes, how to monitor your blood sugar and why this is important. Find out which food choices have the least impact on blood sugar levels. Presented by Amy Waugh, Registered Dietitian with the Upper Grand Family Health Team.

Tues. April 26 @ 3:00 pm$1 members / $3 non

An Introduction to Homeopathy:

Homeopathy is a holistic, comple-mentary medicine that can be used for both acute and chronic ailments. Because it is a very di-lute medicine, it is gentle, non-toxic, non-allergenic and has no side-effects. You can easily learn enough about it to treat yourself and family for colds, flus and first aid. For chronic ailments it is best to seek help from a qualified Ho-meopath. In this session presented by Marg Gollinger, Homeopath (DSHM), she will discuss the prin-ciples of homeopathy and how it works, choosing remedies and potencies, what ailments it treats, how to take it and what to expect. Come out and make a remedy!

Fri. April 29 @ 10:30 am $1 members / $3 non

Emergency First Aid /CPRDefibrillator training will also be included. Availabe to volunteers of Victoria Park Seniors Centre. No charge but you must pre-register. This class will be held in May. Date to be determined. Please contact the Seniors Centre if you are interested.

The Arthritis Society’s Chronic Pain

Management SeminarThe Arthritis Society is Canada’s only not-for-profit organization dedicated to arthritis education and community support to the 4 million Canadians living with ar-thritis. This workshop is patterned after course sections from the Ar-thritis Self-Management Program, designed to strengthen your abil-ity to manage arthritis and com-pliments prescribed treatment programs. Learn about arthritis pain and what you can do about it, medications, exercise and stress management. Share experiences with others living with arthritis. Topics: physical causes of pain, what pain is, pain cycle; what you can do about it, relaxation techniques, coping with depres-sion, use of exercise and handling fatigue.

Fri. May 6, 9:30-11:30 amNo charge

Memory Fit SessionsEach interactive session includes a 7 minute “Brain Gym” workout, and segments on “Busting Brain Myths”, “Eating for Your Brain” and “Making Your Brain Sweat with Riddles”. Questions and dis-cussion throughout. Take-away sheets with Brain “Homework”. Presented by Robin Smart, Educa-tion Coordinator with the Guelph-Wellington Alzheimer Society. You are welcome to attend just one session or all three! No charge but pre-registration is suggested.

Tuesdays, 1:00-2:00 pmMay 3-May 17 (3 sessions)

Nutrition SeminarThere’s a lot of conflicting and confusing nutrition information out there. Join in this fun, inter-active session to obtain the right nutrition information. Presented by Community Food Advisors with the Public Heath Unit.

Mon. May 16 @ 10:15 am$1 member / $3 non

Friday Film Series: Family Guide to

Alzheimer’s DiseasePlease join us for an excellent se-ries of films from Leeza Gibbon’s: “The Family Guide to Alzheimer’s Disease. (You may remember Leeza Gibbons as a host from Entertainment Tonight show. Her mother was diagnosed with Al-

zheimer’s which inspired Leeza to do the series to help others). Pre-sented by Robin Smart, Education Coordinator with the Guelph-Wel-lington Alzheimer Society. You are welcome to attend just one ses-sion, two, or all three! No charge but registration is suggested.

Friday, June 3 @ 10:00 am“Understanding Alzheimer’s

Friday, June 10 @ 10:00 am“Behaviour Issues

Friday, June 17 @ 10:00 am“Family Caregiving”

Hearing Screening Assessments

Come out and get your hearing screened by Mary Young, Hearing Care Counsellor with the Cana-dian Hearing Society. Book your ½ hour appointment prior to the clinic by calling the Reception Desk at Victoria Park Seniors Cen-tre 519-787-1814. This is geared to individuals wondering if their hearing has changed and to help identify the possibility of hearing loss. If you wear hearing aids and have questions, please call Mary Young at the Canadian Hearing Society 519-821-4242 to set up a separate appointment. No charge.

Tuesday, June 21Appts. available: 9am-3pm

Do I Really Need a Hearing Aid?

Join us for this workshop on how to deal positively with the change in your hearing. Topics covered: hearing assessment, what is an audiogram, types of hearing aids, cost and adapting to aids. Also to be discussed, “maybe I don’t re-ally need a hearing aid” and ef-fective communication strategies. Lots of time for questions and discussions. Geared for those who may have hearing aids or thinking about purchasing their first set. (Note: This is an information ses-sion only – no selling of hearing aids). Presented by Mary Young, Hearing Care Counsellor with the Canadian Hearing Society.Thurs. June 30, 12:30-4:00 pm

$5 donation to CHS

SPECIAL EVENTS

Open House & New Members Welcome!

Get a taste of the life of a senior! Bring a friend and discover new activities and opportunities to make the most of your retirement


years. This is our opportunity to welcome current members, new members and future members! Anyone who wants to learn about what the Centre has to offer is invited. See displays of our ac-tivities, meet activity convenors, advisory board members, staff and other new members. Enjoy refreshments, tour the facility and learn about the many opportuni-ties and programs available to you. A great opportunity to find out what the Centre is all about. No charge!

Fri. March 11 @ 10:00 am

St. Patrick’s Day Homemade Lunch

Erin Go Bragh! Celebrate St. Pat-rick’s Day at the Seniors Centre with an Irish-themed homemade lunch and some Irish musical en-tertainment! Reserve your ticket ahead of time as there is limited seating. Thanks to the Centre’s Program Committee for organiz-ing this fundraiser.

Wed. March 16 @ 12:00 pmCost: $8 member/$9 non

Fergus Grand Theatre Presents:

Agatha Christie’s A Murder is Announced

Don’t miss this play at the Fergus Grand Theatre! Tickets available for a reduced senior’s rate of $15 www.fergusgrandtheatre.ca or call Box Office 519-787-1981. March 23 to 27.

Tan Jay Fashion ShowSee the new spring fashions from Tan Jay & Alia and the new arriv-als of jackets, pants, skirts, sweat-ers, vests and much more! Regular and petite sizes available. Can you help model the clothes (no expe-rience needed)? Let us know at the Centre as we are looking for volunteer models. Refreshments and door prizes included. Also enjoy displays from Fifth Avenue Jewellery. (Please note early bird deadline).

Friday, March 25 @ 1:30 pm$5 mem / $6 non (by Mar. 18)$6 mem / $7 non (after Mar. 18)

Volunteer Appreciation Event

Volunteers are an integral part of the success and vibrancy of our Centre. To celebrate all the time, effort and energy volunteers give, Victoria Park Seniors Centre’s vol-

unteers will be invited to the 13th annual volunteer appreciation event at the Grand River Raceway.

tues. april 5 @ 9:15 am

Dessert & Euchre/Bid Euchre Party!

Join us at the Centre for a fun af-ternoon and enjoy delicious home-made dessert & ice cream! Both bid euchre & euchre will be played (your choice) with cash prizes to be won. Dessert served at 1:00 pm and euchre/bid euchre starts right afterward. Bring a friend! Thanks to the Centre’s Program Commit-tee for organizing this fundraiser

Friday, April 15 @ 1:00 pm $5 members / $6 non

Spring LunchJoin us for a special homemade lunch at the Centre to celebrate spring. Thanks to the Centre’s Program Committee for organiz-ing this fundraising lunch. Call the Centre for the special menu.

Wed. April 20 @ 12:00 pm Cost: $8 member/$9 non

Art & Hobby ShowDo you have a hobby that you would like to show off to others? Do you draw, paint, wood carve, scrapbook, sculpt, make crafts, sew, knit, crochet, embroider, cross-stitch, stain glass (to name just a few)… Now is your chance to show off your creations! Have a fun afternoon at the Centre dis-playing your art and handicrafts and talking to others about your hobby. No charge for a display table. Contact the Centre if you would like to display your work. Everyone is welcome to come out and see the exhibits! Enjoy refreshments and see displays of interesting creations. Donations gratefully accepted at the door. Drop-in!Friday, April 29, 1:00-3:00 pm

Homemade Lunch – May 4Join us for a delicious homemade fundraising lunch prepared by our Program Committee. Join us! Call the Centre for the menu.

Wed. May 4 @ 12:00 pmCost: $8 member/$9 non

Spring PerformanceDon’t miss this very special af-ternoon performance produced by our two very talented Victoria Park Seniors Centre groups: The Victoria Park Players” and “The Victoria Park Ensemble”. This is

a one-of-a-kind event with music & drama! Donations gratefully ac-cepted at the door. Drop-in.

Friday, May 13 @ 2:00 pm

Victoria Day BBQ LunchCelebrate Victoria Day by joining us for a delicious BBQ lunch at the Centre. Enjoy barbecued ham-burgers, a variety of homemade salads and dessert. Thanks to the Centre’s Program Committee for organizing this fundraising lunch.

Wed. May 18 @ 12:00 pm Cost: $8 member/$9 non

Summer Senior Games Opening Ceremony

Join us for the Opening Ceremony which officially kicks off the start of the Waterloo-Wellington District 26 Summer Senior Games held in Centre Wellington this year. The ceremony is held at the Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex, 550 Belsyde Ave, Fergus. All welcome – no charge! Enjoy re-freshments after the ceremony (sponsored by Centre Wellington’s Parks & Recreation Dept.).

Tues. May 24 @ 11:00 am

Special Entertainment: New Horizons Band

Join us for a very special musical performance at the Centre. En-tertainment provided by the New Horizons Band of Guelph. Enjoy the sounds of a 30-piece brass and woodwind band and enjoy refreshments afterwards. Free! Don’t miss it! Pre-register.Tuesday, May 31 @ 10:30 am

No charge

Homemade Lunch – June 1Join us for a delicious homemade fundraising lunch prepared by our Program Committee. Join us! Call the Centre for the menu.

Wed. June 1 @ 12:00 pmCost: $8 member/$9 non

Summer Senior Games Closing Ceremony

& BanquetJoin us for the Closing Ceremony which officially brings to a close the 2011 Waterloo-Wellington District 26 Summer Senior Games held in Centre Wellington this year. The banquet & ceremony is held at the Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex, 550 Bel-syde Ave, Fergus. All welcome. Cost includes dinner. Please pre-

register.Thurs. June 2 @ 5:00 pm

$15 per person

Celebrate Seniors’ Month!Did you know that June is Seniors’ month? Enjoy a memorable after-noon of singing and entertainment led by the Centre’s talented choir: “The Victoria Park Ensemble”. Join us for a special celebration cake and lots of other treats. All are invited! No charge.

Monday, June 6 @ 2:15 pm

Poker WalkTo celebrate “June is Seniors Month”, join us for a fun morning to promote fun, physical activity! At designated stops, you will re-ceive a playing card. At the end of the walk we will see who has the best poker hand. No poker play-ing experience needed! (Walking a total of 2 kms). Prizes to be won! No charge but please pre-register. (Walking poles available for use). Monday, June 13 @ 10:30 am

Celebrate Summer BBQ!Celebrate summer by joining us for a BBQ lunch at the Centre. Enjoy barbecued hamburgers, a variety of homemade salads and dessert. Reserve your seat. Thanks to the Centre’s Program Commit-tee for organizing this fundraising lunch.

Wed. June 15 @ 12:00 pm $8 member/$9 non

Strawberry SocialCome celebrate the Ontario straw-berry season. Join us for a fun af-ternoon of toe-tapping music with the band: “Grand Connection” for a bit of bluegrass, country and gospel style music. Enjoy the sounds of violins, guitar and au-toharp among other instruments! And of course, enjoy fresh Ontario strawberries, shortcake and ice cream after the show. Don’t miss this annual event! Thanks to the Centre’s Program Committee for organizing the event. Pre-register. Please note early bird deadline!

Tues. June 28 @ 2:00 pm $6 (by Jun 22) OR$7 (after Jun 22)


WANTED: yOUR

PROGRAM IDEAS

• Do you have an idea for a new drop-in activity?• We are also looking to start-up Drop-in Activities on Saturday mornings.• Are you interested in taking a course, seminar or workshop you don’t see offered?• Do you have a skill you would like to teach others?• Is there a movie you would like to see?Please share your ideas by contacting Kathryn Morgan 519-787-1814.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:

• For the 2011 Waterloo/Wellington District 26 Senior Games Held over 8 days from May 24 - June 2. Interested in lending us your talents? We are looking for volunteers! Contact the Centre 519-787-1814 if you can help!

• Line Dancing Volunteer Could you help teach line dancing? We need another volunteer to help out with the Thursday morning class. Contact the Centre 519-787-1814 or Marie Burkitt 519-846- 0036.

• Program Committee Volunteers are needed to help on the Centre’s Program Committee, which plans and organizes special events and fundraisers for the Centre. This Committee meets once a month on the first Monday at 10:00 am. For more information contact the Centre.

• Special Events Volunteers are needed to help with food preparation, set up and organization for special events. Please contact Kathryn Morgan 519-787-1814.

ERRORS:

While precautions are taken to ensure correct information, sometimes mistakes are made. If an error occurs in this publication, the computer registration system will be taken as the correct information.

PROGRAM CANCELLATIONS:

All classes are subject to cancellation if there are insufficient registrations. If your class is cancelled due to insufficient enrollment, you receive a full refund, or if you prefer, transfer to another class.

REFUNDS:

Did you know that if you pay with your credit card or debit card we can refund your card immediately should your course be cancelled? Consider using your credit card or debit card to register for a course or bus trip – no more waiting for a cheque in the mail!

FOR ADULTS AGED 21 & UP.Belly Dance is a gentle aerobic exercise that strengthens and tones the entire body, promoting flexibility and boosts self-esteem.

This mysterious and ultra-feminine dance style has been passed down from mother to daughter for 100’s of years. It’s a great make-over for body and mind. Classes are held at Victoria Park Centre,

150 Albert St. W. FERGUS.

Call 519-787-1814 to reserve a spot for day or evening class

Belly Dance

March 7 - Apr 11; March 9 - April 13April 18 - June 6; April 27th - June 8

Daytime: Monday 9-10:30amEvening: Monday 7-8:30pm

Wednesday 7-8:30 pmSaturdays 10-11:30 amCost $45 for 6 weeks

BonUS: $2 drop-in Sat. 10:00-11:30am

Sharon O’SheaSales Representative

Accredited Senior Agent

Monica HendelSales Representative

Accredited Senior Agent

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ONTARIO SENIOR GAMES ASSOCIATION DISTRICT 26

HOSTED BY

THE TOWNSHIP OF CENTRE WELLINGTON

55+ SENIOR GAMES 2011

May 24 – June 2, 2011

Scrabble, Shuffleboard, Contract Bridge, Duplicate Bridge, Table Tennis, Lawn Bowling, Crokinole, Euchre, Bid Euchre, Horseshoes, Pickleball, Darts, Solo, Cribbage, 5 Pin Bowling, 10 Pin Bowling, Walking, Nordic Walking,

Badminton, Golf, Snooker, and Tennis.

Pick up your Brochures and Registration Forms at your Royal Canadian Legion Branches, the Centre Wellington Sportsplex, Senior Centres, Community Centres

and Libraries in your area.

DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION IS APRIL 26, 2011 For more information contact: Joan Coxhead 519-‐843-‐3616 [email protected]

SENIOR GAMES PARTNERS

Woolwich Township Wilmot Township City of Guelph City of Cambridge City of Waterloo City of Kitchener

TOWNSHIP OF CENTRE WELLINGTON

Victoria Park Seniors Centre


WOOLWICH TOWNSHIP WILMOT TOWNSHIP

CITY OF GUELPHCITY OF CAMBRIDGECITY OF WATERLOO CITY OF KITCHENER

TOWNSHIP OFCENTRE WELLINGTON


HOSTED BY

THE TOWNSHIP OF CENTRE WELLINGTON

55+ SENIOR GAMES 2011

May 24 – June 2, 2011

Scrabble, Shuffleboard, Contract Bridge, Duplicate Bridge, Table Tennis, Lawn Bowling, Crokinole, Euchre, Bid Euchre, Horseshoes, Pickleball, Darts, Solo, Cribbage, 5 Pin Bowling, 10 Pin Bowling, Walking, Nordic Walking,

Badminton, Golf, Snooker, and Tennis.

Pick up your Brochures and Registration Forms at your Royal Canadian Legion Branches, the Centre Wellington Sportsplex, Senior Centres, Community Centres

and Libraries in your area.

DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION IS APRIL 26, 2011 For more information contact: Joan Coxhead 519-‐843-‐3616 [email protected]


Woolwich Township Wilmot Township City of Guelph City of Cambridge City of Waterloo City of Kitchener

TOWNSHIP OF CENTRE WELLINGTON

Victoria Park Seniors Centre

HOSTED BY THE TOWNSHIP OF CENTRE WELLINGTON

MAY 24 – JUNE 2

ScrabbleShuffleboard

Contract BridgeDuplicate Bridge

Table TennisLawn Bowling

CrokinoleEuchre

Bid EuchreHorseshoesPickleball

DartsSolo

Cribbage5 Pin Bowling

10 Pin BowlingWalking

Nordic WalkingBadminton

GolfSnooker

and Tennis

DEADLINE FORREGISTRATION IS

APRIL 26, 2011For more information contact:Joan Coxhead 519-843-3616

[email protected]


Pick up your Brochuresand Registration Formsat your Royal Canadian

Legion Branches,the Centre Wellington

Sportsplex, Senior Centres, Community Centres and

Libraries in your area.

SEN R GAMES

55+

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CENTREWELLINGTONSPORTSPLEXFERGUS

MAY 4, 5 & 6, 20116:00-10:00 PMFREE ADMISSIONPlease bring a donation for theCentre Wellington Food Bank

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FRIDAY, MAY 6

4:30 - 5:30 PM

Exhibitors Only

5:30 - 7:30 PM

General Public

$14 - ADULT

$7 CHILD, 12 & UNDER

Tickets available at the show

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For exhibitor information, contact:

Ian McArthur 519.843.6604Don Doyle 519.787.1987

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