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ContentsLegendCPAC - Colwood Pacific Activity Centre

MFRC - Military Family Resource Centre

NAC - Naden Athletic Centre

PSP - Personnel Support Programs

SH - Signal Hill MFRC

YAC - Youth Activity Centre

H S.T.A.R. - Strength Through Active Recreation Program

ACTiviTY PRogRAMSRegistration/Contacts..............................................................................................1Facilities.....................................................................................................................2Birthday Parties ........................................................................................................5Services ......................................................................................................................8Special Events .........................................................................................................10Volunteering ...........................................................................................................11Deployment ............................................................................................................12Early Years...............................................................................................................19School Age & Youth ..............................................................................................21Cadets ......................................................................................................................23Adult ........................................................................................................................25Adult Recreation ....................................................................................................26 Francophone ...........................................................................................................31Family Navigator ....................................................................................................32Aquatic Services and Pool ....................................................................................33Sports .......................................................................................................................38Fitness ......................................................................................................................40Sailing ......................................................................................................................45Golf Lessons at Olympic View .............................................................................48Health Promotion ..................................................................................................49Clubs ........................................................................................................................52

EDiToRiALFinding friends after moving to Victoria .............................................................7Sitting yourself to death ........................................................................................12Social media and military families ......................................................................18CANEX.ca launched .............................................................................................25Relocation Tips ......................................................................................................43Muscle Mlk .............................................................................................................56

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Personnel Support ProgramsPSP Senior Manager ..................................... 250-363-8487PSP Resource Manager ................................. 250-363-8485Special Events Coordinator .......................... 250-363-2648

Fitness & SportsNaden Athletic Centre Kiosk ....................250-363-5677Manager ....................................................... 250-363-4067Admin. Assistant .......................................... 250-363-4427Facilities Coordinator ................................... 250-363-4213Sports Coordinator ....................................... 250-363-4068Sports Cell .......................................... 250-363-4069/4540Sports Stores ................................................. 250-363-4072Fitness Coordinator ...................................... 250-363-4495FORCE Bookings ........................................ 250-363-4412Dockyard Fitness & Wellness Centre ........... 250-363-2074Naden Athletic Centre Fitness Cell .............. 250-363-4485Wurtele Arena .............................................. 250-363-4297Naden Pool .................................................. 250-363-4070

RecreationColwood Pacific Activity Centre Kiosk ....250-363-1009Manager ....................................................... 250-363-1008Programs/Aquatics ....................................... 250-363-2989RV Storage/Clubs ......................................... 250-363-1008Facility Bookings .......................................... 250-363-4213

Health Promotion ProgramsManager ....................................................... 250-363-5680Specialist ...................................................... 250-363-5532Specialist ...................................................... 250-363-5567Admin. Assistant .......................................... 250-363-5621

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Contacts

When a fee is required, payment must be made at time of registration. Separate payments for PSP programs/services and MFRC programs/services are required. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.If paying for MFRC programs/services: cash, debit or credit card accepted (during normal business hours).If paying for PSP programs/services: cash, debit, Visa or MasterCard accepted.

Cancellation PolicyFull refunds will be processed by contacting the MFRC at 250-363-2640 and PSP at 250-363-1009 a minimum of three days prior to program start date. Under medical or emergency circumstances, prorated refunds for workshop se-

ries may be granted. MFRC payments made by credit card are credited to your account. All other refunds are made by cheque (please allow two weeks for processing). PSP pay-ments made by credit card or debit will be credited to your account.

if we cancelFull refunds are issued when the MFRC/PSP cancels a pro-gram. Every effort is made to cancel courses in a timely man-ner (3 days prior to start date).

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Albert Head Confidence CourseThe Albert Head Confidence Course is available for training by DND units and groups. Confidence Course training serves several purposes such as: exposure to chal-lenges service personnel may encounter under operational conditions; improve cardio-respiratory efficiency; muscular strength and endurance; as well as develop speed, agility, self confidence, will-power, determination, initiative and team work, all of which are important morale build-ing qualities. Requesting units must have a qualified supervisor attend an orientation in order to request access to and con-duct training on the Confidence Course. Orientations are conducted by PSP fitness staff covering course protocol, procedures, and obstacle demonstrations focusing on technique and safety. Orientations are held in the Fall and Spring each year, or as required. Requirements for supervisors include a minimum rank of MS/MCpl and nomination by the Unit Training Of-ficer/NCO. User groups must request an orientation and the use of the Confidence Course through Range Control by calling 250-391-4128.

Colwood Pacific Activity Centre (CPAC)2610 Rosebank Road, Colwood (off Ocean Blvd)CPAC is a community driven multi-purpose facility designed to accommodate our military and civilian communities. Our centralized location allows us to offer a large range of rental opportunities, from structured birthday parties to large confer-ences and weddings.

DirectionsWhen heading southwest on the Old Island Highway, turn left on to Ocean Blvd just after West Shore Recreation Centre.Hours of operationuntil June 26:Mon-Thur: 8am-9pmFri: 8am-6pmSat/Sun by requestAfter June 26:Mon-Fri: 8am-5pmSat/Sun by request

Facility includes:• A large (dividable) auditorium with stage & 12 ft viewing screen (seating up to 300)• Varied size multi-purpose rooms, designed to accommodate groups from 10-60 people• Conference Room (up to 12 people)• Fully Equipped Kitchen

To inquire about a facility booking for your group, please contact 250-363-4213. See rental costs on the next page.*Note: prices are subject to change without notice.Scan the QR code below with your phone for quick access to our website.

Colwood Pacific Activity Centre MFRC (CPAC)2610 Rosebank Road, Colwood (next to PSP Recreation)Hours of operationMon to Thur: 7:30am-5:45pm & 6:30-9pm Fri: 7:30am-6pmSat: 8:30am-noon & 1-4:30pmLimited access to building on Saturdays, call for appointmentClosed Sundays and statutory holidaysPhone: 250-363-2640Fax: 250-363-2677Email: [email protected]

Fleet Fitness and Wellness Centre (Dockyard)Building 22, DockyardHours of operationMon to Fri: 6am-6pmFacility includes• Weight Room & Cardio Equipment• Change Rooms• Showers• Day Lockers & Rental Lockers (ladies only)• Flex/Stretch/Quiet RoomThe Fitness and Wellness Centre has a well-equipped facility and fitness programs for military and DND employees. See PSP Staff for updated schedules or call 250-363-2074. Schedules may change without notice.

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*If they are full time students, children under the age of 26 still qualify regardless of where they live. Kiosk Administration Hours: Mon to Fri: 6am-9pm and Sat & Sun: 9am-7pm for the purchase of NAC/Golf memberships, special registrations such as ski trips, swimming lessons, and special interest classes etc. Prices are subject to change. Call 250-363-5677 for updated schedules and additional information.

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Military Family Resource Centre (MFRC)offices• Colwood Pacific Activity Centre (CPAC) MFRC• Signal Hill MFRC • Daycare, Preschool and Casual Child Care: CPAC MFRC • Out of School Care: Youth Activity Centre (YAC)Phone: 250-363-2640Fax: 250-363-3108Email: [email protected]

Naden Athletic CentreThe Naden Athletic Centre has numerous facilities and programs for military person-nel, their families and DND employees. Hours of operation Mon to Fri: 6am-10pmSat, Sun & Stats: 9am-8pmFacility includes• One large gym floor• One smaller gym floor• Five-lane swimming pool (25 meter)• Leisure wading pool• One steam room• Large hot tub• Two weight-training rooms• Cardio theatre• Three squash courts• Five softball diamonds• One soccer pitch

• Two outdoor volleyball courts• One CAF FORCE evaluation centreSee Facilities staff or phone 250-363-5677 for updated schedules. Schedule may change without notice.Sports EquipmentMilitary personnel may sign out equip-ment for most sports from the sports store, please call 250-363-4072.Swimming PoolFor Pool and Swimming Lesson Schedule, see Aquatics section.To rent pool space:• Monday to Friday 6am-6pm, call Facilities Coordinator at 250-363-4213.• Monday to Friday 6-9pm; Saturday and Sunday, call Recreation at 250-363-2648. For all other aquatic inquiries, call the NAC Kiosk at 250-363-5677.

Signal Hill MFRC (SH)1505 Esquimalt Road, Esquimalt Hours of operationMon to Fri: 8:30am-4:30pm Closed on statutory holidaysPhone: 250-363-2640Fax: 250-363-3108Email: [email protected]

Wurtele Arena Building 100, NadenAcross the street from the Naden Athletic Centre is the Wurtele Arena available to

both military and civilian members for skating, hockey, and other activities. Hours of operationMon to Sun: 7am-11:30pm (Subject to change)Arena staff have an up-to-date schedule.Shinny: Mon, Wed & Fri 11:30am-12:50pm Casual Skate: Tues & Thur 11:30am-12:50pm; Sun 2:30-3:45pmParents & Kids Sticks & Pucks: Sat 2:30-3:45pm

Administration: 250-363-4297To reserve the ice or for more information, call the Facilities Coordinator at 250-363-4213.To make a booking for any base facility (i.e. sports fields, pool, gym) a written request is required. Please contact the Facilities Coor-dinator by e-mail ([email protected]) or fax 250-363-4315 a minimum of 2 weeks prior to the event. Note: Military training takes priority on all bookings.

Youth Activity Centre (YAC)720 Galiano Crescent, Belmont Park, ColwoodThe MFRC provides Out of School Care for children from Kindergarten to Grade 6 at the YAC. Walk-in requests in Colwood can be done at the nearby Colwood Pacific Activity Centre (CPAC).

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All birthday parties take place Saturdaysand Sundays from noon to 2pm or 2:30-4:30pm and require a minimum of 2weeks notice. Special dates accommodated when possible.Please note: Your 2-hour party time includes your own setting up, decorations, party, and clean up. If you require more time, addi-tional fees will be charged.Prices will increase $35 for parties of 11 or more children (maximum of 20 children).

Bouncy Castle Party Two hours of bouncy fun! This party includes the use of the bouncy castle, 2 facilitators, use of a large kitchen and our multi-purpose room for cake and presents. This party can accommodate 20 partiers.PSP $140

Kids Scuba Party(Max – 10 kids)PSP is excited to announce the Aquarius Dive club is going to be of-fering kids scuba parties through Recre-ation. This party is for 5-8 years or 8-10 years and follows the PADI Bubble Maker or SASY program. All dive equipment is provided along with a certified Padi profes-sional. Bring your friends to this party and they will be talking about it for weeks afterwards. Parental waivers are required for this activity. You will get 1 hour in the pool and then 1 hour with our Recreation leader where you can open presents, eat (snack provided by you) and play games if there is additional time. PSP $115

Laser Tag PartyEnter the battlefield for a variety of team games such as Survivor, Base Defender and Team Elimination. Both boys and girls encouraged! All games are supervised by Games2u Victoria. Book early to secure your

group! Price includes: PSP Staff Member to facilitate, full use of our kitchen, 1 hour of Laser Tag Battlefield time and a room to eat and open presents. Prices will increase $35 for parties of 11 or more children (maximum of 20 children, 16 participating at once). Bring your own food, cake and decorations. Register by calling 250-363-1009. Please note: The party may be joined by others registered to allow maximum participation.PSP $200

Movie Theatre PartyYou rent the DVD (age appropriate), bring the popcorn/food and decorations and we’ll set up our big screen projector and mats on the floor for your own private movie theatre! Partiers are encouraged to bring their own blankets and pillows too! This party is 2.5 hours so that you can watch the movie (roughly 1.5hours) and then have time to open presents and eat.PSP $135

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Pool Party @ NadenCome and celebrate your birthday by mak-ing a splash! Swim and play pool games with your facilitator for one hour and then eat cake, and open presents in your second hour! Partiers will have half the pool sectioned off their activities.PSP $115

Sports Spectacular at CPAC or NACJoin us for a fun-filled active sports party with gym games, sports and time for open-ing presents, eating, etc. Perfect for parents who’d like their kids to fall asleep at night! We promise they’ll be tired – no matter how much cake they’ve had! Your Sports Spectacular package includes a facilitator, full use of our kitchen (CPAC only), a large gymnasium with equipment and a room to eat and open presents. Please bring your own food, cake and decorations if you desire. PSP $115

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Just over one year ago, my husband and I said goodbye to our home with all of its cracks and ants, boarded a plane, and took off for our new home here in Victoria. The move had been pushed back twice, and

the whole affair was much more stressful than I could have imagined. Although, I’m willing to concede that at least some of that stress was because I was seven months pregnant. But, walking into our new home, I promise you it was all worth it.When we first arrived, I was struck by the

beauty of Victoria, all the cherry trees were blossoming, the sun was shining, it wasn’t mi-nus 30, but then I started to feel lonely.

No longer was I able to sit beside someone in class and tell them “I have the same sweater as you, except mine’s brown and therefore better,” to make a new friend. I also wasn’t working or looking for a job, because there weren’t enough days between our arrival and my due date for me to qualify for maternity leave, so that was out. And, because my body really liked morning sickness and didn’t want to let it go, I had trouble just getting out of the house to meet people in the park or at random events. Slowly my new home felt less welcoming

and homey, and more secluded and forsaken.However, I figured it was time for me to

meet new people. The first thing I decided to try was volunteering. After I made that de-cision, I came across an Activity Guide and

inside it mentioned that the MFRC was look-ing for writers. As a journalist, this seemed like a good fit. So I signed up.My first article took me to the Away Ca-

fés, where I met my first new friend, Krys-tal. Through a series of super short walks, that gradually grew longer after my son was born, we toured the town. She showed me her favourite places to walk, like the Lagoon and the Gorge, drove me to the Cafés, and watched tons of movies with me.While the MFRC has a lot of other events

and programs like the Away Cafés, since they are held at CPAC, I can’t get to them unless I cab, and that gets expensive, which is unfor-tunate, because I really wanted to go to 123 Music & Me and Playing Together, so I could meet other military moms with little kids. While I was trying to figure out what my

son and I could do instead, a mom from my prenatal class told me about a Mom and Babe Group at Pearkes Recreational Centre on Wednesday afternoons. It’s fantastic. The group is full of moms and dads for me to chat with and babies for Oliver to play with. Sometimes, special guests will come to talk about things like daycare, baby nutrition, and yoga.After spending so much time watching each

other’s children grow and learn how to crawl or walk, several of us moms have started meet-ing up at the Esquimalt Recreation Centre to go swimming with our little ones. I cannot recommend the lazy river enough. It’s amaz-ing. So despite a slow start, I’ve gathered enough

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Complex Needs The Family Navigator Coordinator at the Esquimalt MFRC offers one to one sup-port for Canadian Armed Forces families with a family member with extra needs. This person can:• develop a support plan for persons with complex needs • work together with someone to create a plan for upcoming deployments • provide support for people who are car-ing for an elderly family member • help families prepare when they are post-ing in or out of Greater Victoria • help families navigate the education or health care system and local resources dur-ing a relocation or new diagnosis • advocate for services for a family

Emergency Child Care and Emergency Respite Child CareNeed emergency child care? MFRC Emergency Services offers Emergency Child Care and Emergency Respite Child Care to families who meet eligibility requirements. For more information, call the MFRC at 250-363-2640 (toll free: 1-800-353-3329).

Emergency ServicesThe MFRC Emergency Services Program offers support and resources to individuals and families during emergencies related to child care, pregnancy, and any other urgent family situation. Call the MFRC at 250-363-2640 (toll free: 1-800-353-3329) if you have an emergency.

Employment and Education SupportFor employment and education support, the MFRC refers families to employment agencies in the greater community. The MFRC website (www.esquimaltmfrc.com) has links for the local employment agen-cies and education services. You can also check out www.workbc.ca.

imagination LibraryThe Imagination Library, funded through donations, is offered as a way to enhance literacy and develop resilience in children as they experience the challenges of the military lifestyle, and to show commu-nity support to parents in caring for their children. Families with babies born in 2015 to serving regular force members and class B/C reservists at CFB Esquimalt are eligible to register. Children will receive one book per month by mail until their fifth birth-day. Please contact the MFRC for more information.

MFRC 24-Hour information LineMFRC staff members are ready to take your call - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. They can answer your questions, provide assistance in an emergency or do the

research to find the information you need. Call 250-363-2640 (toll free: 1-800-353-3329).

Military Family iD CardIt takes just 15 minutes to get this valuable ID card. The card is available to all regular and reserve military family members age 13 years and up. Use this nationally recognized ID here and at your next posting. Use it to access base services such as the Naden Athletic Centre and to receive discounts from local businesses. The CAF member must be present to sign the card at the time of issue. If your military spouse/partner is deployed or on course, contact the MFRC to make special arrangements. The MFID is available at Signal Hill MFRC and CPAC MFRC.

Parenting from AfarStay connected with your child during deployment. Look for activities and tips in Raising Your Military Child on the MFRC website (www.esquimaltmfrc.com). You can also pick up Children’s Deployment Work-books and a Parent Guide at any MFRC location, and the new Parenting from Afar booklet.

Pregnancy and Doula ServiceWill your partner be deployed during your pregnancy? Skilled, caring volun-teers will support you during pregnancy, childbirth, and after you’ve welcomed your baby home. Find out more about how the MFRC supports expectant parents by calling 250-363-2640 (toll free: 1-800-353-3329).

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Staying in Touch ServiceSign up yourself or a loved one for a “Stay-ing in Touch” phone call or email to take place through a deployment or work-related separation. You will receive updates on

the activities and services available to you through the Base and Community as well as updates on your member’s mission. If you are deploying, register your spouse/partner, parents, siblings or grandparents. Let us know how often you want us to contact you and we’ll do it. We call anywhere in Canada. To subscribe, phone us at 250-363-2640 (toll free: 1-800-353-3329) or update your MFRC Contact Form.

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Bike To Work Week May 25-31, 2015The bicycle is the most energy-efficient form of travel ever devised. Commuting to work by bike is within easy reach of people of any level of fitness. With the rate of cycling numbers approaching that of transit and walking, Victoria is not only the ‘Fittest City’ and ‘Cycling Capital of Canada,’ - it is the first city in the country in which cycling has become a ‘main-stream’ travel mode. Support this year’s BTWW by riding your bike to work! PSP invites you to the 17th Annual Bike to Work Breakfast on May 27th. Don’t forget to stop by for some lights snacks, coffee and free bike inspections from Velofix to kick start your day!Bike to Work Breakfast Location: CANEX parking lot - Naden PSP - SS15 Rec 400 Wed May 27 6:15-8am Free

Multi-Family garage Sale Make some extra money from your unwanted items at a huge multi-family garage sale. Last year, there were over 50 vendors at the Colwood Pacific Activ-

ity Centre and a huge number of buyers descended on the location! Last year, tables sold out well in advance, so get your table early! Tables cost $15 for one table or $25 for two tables until May 9th. After May 9th, all tables are $20 each. No tables can be purchased on the day of the event. Tables can be reserved and paid for online at www.esquimaltmfrc.com. If you don’t want a table, be sure to drop by the garage sale for some great deals! Location: CPACMFRC Sun May 24 8:30am-2pm

Navy Ball - May 30, 2015On May 30th, there will be an all ranks Naval Ball at the beautiful Government House. Join us for an elegant evening of music by the Naden Band of the Royal Canadian Navy. Purchase tickets online at www.esquimaltmfrc.com. Ticket price includes high-end buffet and beverage service. Location: Government HouseMFRC Sat May 30 7pm-Midnight

Navy Run 2015 - June 21, 2015The Navy Run - 10k, 5k and kids fun run is a perfect way to start this year’s Father’s Day. It’s family-oriented and an inclusive community event. Even the kids can get in on the challenge! Involve the children and discover a fitter family lifestyle. Kid’s shirts are available when they register for the Kids Fun Run. Check out our website for more information and to register for the race at www.navyrunesquimalt.com. Free child care for children over the age of 2 is available to all families during the race. Pre-registration is required.

The FORMATION CHALLENGE will be taking place again this year and it is all about Participation and Team Sup-port. The goal of the Challenge is to see which unit within the Formation can have the most participants (per capita) running the 5k and 10k. New this year – family members will be included in your unit’s numbers! So make sure to encourage them to come out and join the team. Your involvement is key. It does not matter if you are a fast runner. What matters is that you are out improving your physical fitness and encouraging your fellow crewmem-

bers. Unit reps have all the information regarding registration, entry fees, and race package pick-up. Call 250-363-4068 to find out more information about the Formation Challenge and unit reps. Get excited about improving your health. Do it because you can! Race website: navyrunesquimalt.comPSP SS15 Rec 401 Sun June 21, 2015 Race Start: 8:30am Regular Registration: $25 Regular$35 Ordinary$40 Associate$10 Kids Fun Run (Until June 17)Late Registration after June 17: $35 Regular$40 Ordinary$50 Associate$10 Kids Fun Run (After June 17)

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Back to School Shopping Night (for families dealing with a deployment)Does the first day of school seem to sneak up on you? Are you prepared? Is your member away? Do you have at least one school aged child? Get the back to school shopping done in peace while the MFRC cares for your child. Buy a ticket for our annual Back to School Shopping Event - your child enjoys dinner, movie, snack and a craft at CPAC - you enjoy shopping alone! Advance tickets only - available until July 31. Location: CPACMFRC Wed Aug 5 5-8:30pm $5/child (max $10/family)

Adult Deployment WorkshopsThe MFRC has a variety of programs designed to help military members and their family cope with the significant challenges of deployment. Workshops take place in accor-dance with expressed demand. Deployment workshops are free, and in most cases, child care may be arranged. Visit www.esquimalt-mfrc.com for full workshop descriptions. Call the MFRC at 250-363-2640 if you are interested in taking one of the workshops.• Making Connections• Preparing for Deployment & Dealing

with Deployment• Re-establishing Your Relationship• Return and Reintegration • Stress Busters• Transitions

Away Cafés and Deployment Dinners Would you like to meet others dealing with a deployment? Are you new to the military lifestyle or community? Would you like to “take a break” with others like yourself? These evenings are provided as a social op-portunity for people to connect and share over a cup of coffee or a delicious meal! MFRC staff will be on hand to provide any requested information. Share your tips about dealing with the military lifestyle including deployments, come and learn from those who have done it all before. You are not alone. Free child care provided if registered in advance. Registration for this program is required for all participants at least 5 days in advance of session dates.Away Cafés Location: CPAC MFRC 6:30-8:30pm Free Wed May 6-20, June 3-17, July 8-15 & 29, Aug 5-19

Deployment DinnersLocation: The Parish of St Peter and Paul (1379 Esquimalt Road)MFRC 6- 8pm Wed Apr 22, May 27, June 24, July 22, Aug 26 $5 per person or $7.50 per family

Children’s Deployment Workbooks and Parent guide: info SessionIf your child can’t make it into a deploy-ment workshop, there are workbooks for kids age 3-12 available for you to use at home. There is also an easy-to-use parent guide for the at-home parent that includes tips and activities for the deployed parent. Come learn more about the workbooks, the parent guide and how to use them in this valuable 90-minute information ses-sion. Call the MFRC at 250-363-2640 to register (toll free: 1-800-353-3329). Location: CPAC MFRC Date TBD 6:30-8pm Free

Children’s Deployment WorkshopsChildren’s Deployment Workshops help children adjust to a parent being away on deployment. Workshops offer children an opportunity to interact with other children who are going through the same experience. These workshops will help validate your child’s feelings about deployment. There are programs for Preschool (age 3-5yrs), School Age (age 5-8yrs) and Preteen (age 9-12yrs). If you are interested in registering your child for one of the following workshops, call the Military Family Resource Centre at 250-363-2640. Space is limited, please register your child in advance.

Age 3-5 yearsLocation: CPACMFRC Tues 9:30-10:45am

Age 5-8 yearsLocation: CPAC MFRC Tues 3:30-4:45pm

Age 9-12 yearsLocation: CPAC MFRC Mon 3:30-4:45pm

Christmas in JulyWant a break from the summertime blues? We are looking for help in preparing our Christmas craft kits. Join us for a fun social morning of cutting, sorting and counting craft items over Christmas cookies and bever-ages. Wear your favorite Christmas outfit and hat! This activity is open to anyone aged 10 years and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Call the MFRC at 250-363-2640 at least one week in advance to register.Location: CPACMFRC Fri July 24 10am-1pm

Dealing with and Preparing for Deployment Workshop Series:Part 1 - Adult SessionIs your member already away on a work-related separation? Or are they getting ready to deploy for six weeks or longer? Are you prepared? Are you informed of MFRC services? Do you have an Emergency Child Care Plan? Would you like a chance to learn more about preparing for and dealing with a deployment? Have your questions answered by those “in the know.” Register by at least 5 days in advance by calling the MFRC at 250-363-2640. Free onsite child care also available by request.Location: CPACMFRC DATE TBD 6:30-8:30pm Free


DeploymentDealing with and Preparing for Deployment Workshop Series:Part 2 - Parenting SessionDo you have children at home? Are you prepared to help your children deal with the challenges of having their parent away? Would you like a chance to meet other parents who are also facing the same chal-lenges? Have your questions answered by those “in the know.” Register by at least 5 days in advance by calling the MFRC at 250-363-2640. Free onsite child care also available by request. It is recommended that all participants take Part 1 of the Dealing with Deployment series prior to this session.Location: CPACMFRC DATE TBD 6:30-8:30pm Free

HMCS Winnipeg Sunday information SessionsThese sessions are designed for loved ones of serving members onboard HMCS Win-nipeg. These sessions begin at noon with a potluck lunch followed by a planning session with the Ship’s Family Network and a video link-up with the ship. Dur-ing the video link-up, the Commanding Officer will talk directly to families about what they have been up to, and answer any questions you may have. Senior members of the Canadian Fleet Pacific Staff will also

be on hand to address concerns and ques-tions. Questions are encouraged. An Adult Workshop follows the briefing and begins

at 2:30pm. Child minding is provided from 12:30-3:30pm. For further informa-tion, or to register your childcare needs,

Casual Child Care Casual Child Care is available for infants to school age Tuesday to Friday giving the “at home” parent a break from the challenges of parenting while a military member is deployed. Families must follow established child care regulations and guidelines. Casual child care sessions are available at a rate of $9 per session per child.FREE deployment respite child care is available through the MFRC for one continuous 3-hour period per week up to a maximum of 4 sessions per month when a military parent is deployed (or away for work-related reasons) for 28 consecutive days or more (21 days for MCDV and Submarine members). Punch cards (available at the MFRC) keep track of the period during which each family can access the program. This program is available through donations to the MFRC. If you have unique child care needs, call the MFRC at 250-363-2640 (toll free: 1-800-353-3329).

Age 18 months to 5 yearsLocation: CPAC - MFRCTues 9am-noon or 1-4pmThur 9-noon or 1-4pmFri 1-4pmCall 250-363-2674 to book6 months to 18 months Location: CPAC - MFRCTues-Fri 9am-noonGradual entry required for new childrenCall 250-363-2674 to book.Saturday Casual Child Care* Location: CPACSat 9am-noon or 1-4pmCall 250-363-2674 to book

*Starting June 6, the MFRC will be of-fering two Saturday Casual Child Care sessions per day. These sessions are reserved for families who qualify for the Deploy-ment Punch Card. Set in the Licensed Casual Child Care spots, the MFRC can accommodate children 18 months to 5 years old. Choose either the 9am-noon or 1-4pm session. Please call 250-363-2674 to book or get more information.

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Family Network Email Addresses Family NetworksGet the latest information and updates about your loved one’s deployment, par-ticipate in social activities, and get mu-tual support from others who are going through the same experience. Check out the Family Network webpage at www.esquimaltmfrc.com. Fill out the Family Network contact sheet, then email or drop it off at the MFRC. Information you provide is kept strictly confidential.

volunteer opportunities Become a vital part of a successful deployment by getting involved as a Family Network Volunteer. Check out the current opportunities on the MFRC website or call 250-363-2640 (toll free: 1-800-353-3329) to learn more.

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call the MFRC at 250-363-2640. Registra-tion required at least one week prior to session date for all participants.Location: CPACDates TBD - check the HMCS Winnipeg Family Network page on www.esquimaltmfrc.com

12:00-12:45pm: Potluck Lunch12:45-1:30pm: Network Planning Session1:30-2:30pm: CO’s Presentation2:30-3:30pm: Adult Workshop

Submarine Community Connections Do you have a military member posted to a submarine in 2015? Would you like

to meet others like yourself? Learn what life is like in a submarine community or share what has worked well for you in the past. These sessions will be opportuni-ties for loved ones of submarine crews to learn more about what life is like onboard, as well as what it is like to be part of this unique experience. Bring your dinner and “brown bag” it! Free onsite child care will be available beginning at 6pm for each session. Register by calling 250-363-2640 at least one week in advance.Location: CPACMFRC 5:30-8pm FreeMon Apr 20, May 11, June 15, July 20 & Aug 17

Mother’s Day Tea! We would like to pay tribute to mothers everywhere with a special Mother’s Day Evening. Is your member away? Share the evening with others who also have a partner away. Come share this special day with us and we will have exciting crafts on hand for the ladies that can be kept or sent to deployed mothers. Register by May 1 by calling the MFRC 24 Hour Information Line at 250-363-2640.Location: CPACMFRC Wed May6 6:30-8:30pm

Christina Van StarkenburgMFRC Volunteer

Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram. Ten years ago, the latter two sites didn’t ex-ist and the former two were just beginning.Now they’re an integral part of many peo-

ple’s lives. People all over the world use so-cial media to connect with others, conduct their businesses, and keep up with current trends. Military families are no different.Mead Simon, whose wife is in the mili-

tary band, considers social media to be an extension of his everyday life. He uses it to advertise his business and keep in touch with the world around him. “I use it for keeping in touch with what’s

happening on base and in the PMQ’s: the living areas. I mean I see my wife every day; if she goes out of town, it’s for a week. It’s not the same as other military spouses that use it to keep in contact with their spouses who go overseas for months,” said Simon. Simon wants his son to see social media

the same way that he does. To help his son learn how to use social media responsibly and safely, Simon lets him watch when he uses the different sites so his son can see what Simon is willing to post. Simon’s standard for what’s acceptable is

that if it is public record, then it is okay to put online.

Joanna Church, a navy spouse and the Virtual Program Developer for the U.S. and Yellowknife Family Services, also sees the benefits of social media. In her role, she provides virtual programs

for CAF families who are residing in the States. “Social media is very important to mili-

tary members stationed on OUTCANs. [It allows them] to stay connected, get advice, [and] learn about resources,” said Church in a Facebook conversation.However, Church is also cautious about

the use of social media because of the prob-lems it can bring. “Because of the privacy perils of social

media, understanding how to use these platforms in a responsible and mission sup-portive way is really key,” she said. For in-stance, information about deployments or operational security should not be posted for security reasons.Constable Mike Russell, with the Victo-

ria Police Department had four suggestions about posting on social media sites safely. First, avoid posting pictures of your chil-

dren. Second, be careful when you tweet or post

about your day-to-day activities that you don’t create an online record of when you are out. Third, temper your desire to post jealousy

inducing pictures of your vacation. “You know it’s great to do that stuff when

you get home. Take your pictures, but then upload them when you get home. Because you’re back there already, and you don’t have to worry about being gone and having your house left open like that,” said Russell.The fourth and final piece of advice that

he had was to use a virtual private network (VPN), which can be downloaded for free. Doing so hides your internet protocol (IP) address by making it look like you are post-ing from different locations. “Think of it as a telephone call. Instead

of your iPhone calling Twitter, your iPhone calls somewhere in the Southern U.S., and that calls Twitter. So it kind of does a little hop in between. Then your information is encoded between your device or desktop and where the VPN is hosted,” said Russell.These sites are never going to go away.

They may change formats or names, but as long as the internet exists so will they. That is not a bad thing though. Used responsibly they allow us to keep in contact with our military member, other family members, and friends no matter where the military may move us.Christina Van Starkenburg is a writer, mili-

tary spouse, mother of one, and a MFRC vol-unteer, who enjoys knitting and reading in the spare time she pretends to have.

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Childrens’ Deployment Workbooks and Parent guideThe MFRC has workbooks for children 3 to 12 years of age and an easy-to-use parent guide for the at-home parent that includes tips and activities for the deployed parent. Stop by any MFRC location to pick up your copy today! Copies of these manuals are available to deployed members on their ships and electronically upon request. Deployment staff can assist you throughout the deployment via email support.

Deployment information BookletThese booklets contain information to make deployment easier for military families. Pick up your booklet at any MFRC loca-tion, or request that one be mailed to your loved one!

Mail Drop off Location Send mail and parcels to your deployed member for free! The MFRC will accept parcels and letters for deployed members at either CPAC MFRC or Signal Hill MFRC. Visit www.esqui-maltmfrc.com for more information and guidelines.

MFRC Resource Library We have wonderful resources about deployment-related topics in our MFRC Resource Library located at CPAC.

Parenting from AfarStay connected with your child during deployment. Look for activities and tips in Raising Your Military Child on the MFRC website (www.esquimaltmfrc.com). You can also pick up Children’s Deployment Workbooks and a Parent Guide at any MFRC location, and the new Parenting from Afar booklet.

Read Me a Bedtime StoryChildren love to see their deployed parent on the computer or TV. Why not record the member reading a few children’s books before they deploy. Need books? The MFRC Library at CPAC has many for you to choose from. A quiet space can be made available if you would like to do your recording on-site. Call the MFRC at 250-363-2640 or pop by for more information.

Staying in Touch ServiceSign up yourself or a loved one for a “Staying in Touch” phone call or email to take place through a deployment or work-re-lated separation. You will receive updates on the activities and services available to you through the Base and Community as well as updates on your member’s mission. If you are deploying, register your spouse/partner, parents, siblings or grandparents. Let us know how often you want us to contact you and we’ll do it. We call anywhere in Canada. To subscribe, phone us at 250-363-2640 (toll free: 1-800-353-3329) or update your MFRC Contact Form.

video-Teleconferencing Stay connected with your loved one serving abroad through our VTC. Enjoy a conversation with your loved one in a comfort-able, private office at CPAC. The VTC is scheduled through the deployed CAF member. For information, call 250-363-2640 (toll free: 1-800-353-3329).

Welcome Home Banner MakingDo you have a military member coming home and would like to make a special banner /poster to celebrate the day? Let the MFRC assist you in preparing for your loved one’s homecoming by supplying you with all the materials needed to make won-derful welcome home banners and posters. Call the MFRC at 250-363-2640 for more information.

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123 Music & Me Have fun with music! This is one of our most popular programs, very lively and will be very enjoyable for you and your child. Through a partnership with Victoria Conservatory of Music, you and your child will listen to an Early Childhood Music Educator and have a chance to make your own music with a variety of in-struments. Register by calling the MFRC at 250-363-2640.For parents and their babies up to 24 monthsMFRC CPAC Mon Apr 13-June 229-9:30am Free

For parents and their child 2 to 5 yearsMFRC CPAC Mon Apr 13-June 22 9:30-10am Free

Casual Child Care Another busy time of year approaches and parents need a break! Try the MFRC Ca-sual Child Care Program for a few hours of respite or to get things done without your “little helper.” Take the time to de-stress yourself! A few hours of respite can be a reality. Book up to 1 week in advance, maximum 2 times per week, Casual Child Care is available for $9 per 3-hour session per child. Punch cards are available! Pay-ment must be made to the Information & Referral desk at the CPAC MFRC prior to entering program.Age 18 months to 5 yearsLocation: CPAC Tues 9am-noon or 1-4pmThur 9-noon or 1-4pmFri 1-4pmCall 250-363-2674 to book

6 months to 18 months Location: CPAC Tues-Fri 9am-noonGradual entry required for new childrenCall 250-363-2674 to book

Saturday Casual Child Care* Location: CPACSat 9am-noon or 1-4pmCall 250-363-2674 to book

*Starting June 6, the MFRC will be offer-ing two Saturday Casual Child Care ses-sions per day. These sessions are reserved for families who qualify for the Deploy-ment Punch Card. Set in the Licensed Casual Child Care spots, the MFRC can accommodate children 18 months to 5 years old. Choose either the 9am-noon or 1-4pm session. Please call 250-363-2674 to book or get more information.

Casual Child Care Punch CardsCasual Child Care Punch Cards are avail-able! Save a few dollars when you buy a $50 card good for 6 sessions of child care. Cards are available at the MFRC.

Deployment Respite Child Care Free Deployment Respite Child Care is available. Check out the new Saturday sessions available starting in June for those that qualify for a Deployment Punch Card. Learn more in the Deployment sec-tion of the guide under Casual Child Care.

MFRC DaycareEveryday is an adventure in learning at the MFRC Daycare – where imagination, fun

and experiencing are always at the top of the agenda! Join us at our Colwood (CPAC) Daycare. Our bright facility offer both an In-fant/Toddler and a 3 to 5 year old program. Call the MFRC at 250-363-2640 for more information about registration and waitlists. We offer quality care with an understanding of the military family lifestyle.

Playing TogetherPlaying Together is a drop-in program for parents and children to socialize and network with other military families. The Tuesday group is for babies under the age of 18 months, and the Wednesday one is for kids over the age of 18 months. The children move freely between three to four activities in this fun, open-ended play experience. No registration required, just drop-in. Call the MFRC at 250-363-2640 for more information.Parent with child under 18 months Location: CPACMFRC Tues Apr 14-June 16 9:30-10:30am Free

Parent with child 18 months-5yrs oldLocation: CPACMFRC Wed Apr 15-June 17 9-10:30am Free

Preschool 2015-16 The MFRC’s ECE certified Educators provide fun and creative opportunities for your child! Parent participation is required for field trips. Classes are available at the Colwood Pacific Activity Centre MFRC. Please call to inquire about our 2 or 3 day a week classes that can help your child to learn through play. All classes have a minimum of 7 students and a maximum of 10 students.

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The following fees are in effect:• 2 times per week classes are $1150 for the academic year, payable $115 per month.• 3 times per week classes are $1400 for the academic year, payable $140 per month.

**Please note the pre-registration for 2015-2016 will be held on May 13th at CPAC. The 2014-15 academic year continues until June 19th. Some spaces may become avail-able with posting season.

Summer Fun for 3-5 year oldsWelcome to a fun-filled summer! Keep your child active and engaged with our specialized summer sessions for 3 to 5 year olds! Available at CPAC, these 2.5 hour theme sessions require a snack, drink, sunscreen, and a heart open to having fun! Please note there is a pre-registration session on May 13, but registrations are accepted up to the preceding Friday of each week. Minimum 5 children per class, maximum 10 children per class. $12 per session or $90 for 8 sessions. Contact the MFRC at 250-363-2640 for more information.Location: CPACMon & Wed July 6-Aug 21 (no session on Aug 3) 9-11:30am

Mon July 6 ...........Backyard BugsWed July 8 ...........Slippery FishFri July 10 .............Digging up Dino’sMon July 13 ..........Somewhere Over the RainbowWed July 15 ..........Fantastic FrogsFri July 17 .............Home on the RangeMon July 20 ........Space the Final FrontierWed July 22 .........It’s a Jungle Out ThereFri July 24 ............A Camping We Will GoMon July 27 .........A Morning with Mr. Potato HeadWed July 29 .........Teddy Bear’s PicnicFri July 31 .............Moo-Velous Ice CreamMon Aug 3...........BC DAY NO PROGRAMWed Aug 5 ...........Barnyard PaloozaFri Aug 7 .............Bubbles Bubbles EverywhereMon Aug 10 ........Hawaiian ParadiseWed Aug 12 .........Pizza PiemanFri Aug 14 ............Animal BoogieMon Aug 17 .........Alphabet SoupWed Aug 21 .........Saying Goodbye to Summer – Hello Autumn!

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Books for Breakfast Program Parents or guardians and their children (up to the age of 6) can join in on an hour of healthy breakfast snacks, great stories and interactive songs each month. Each family group will receive a book to take home with them. The program will run once a month from September to June and is free but you must pre-register for each session. This program is an initiative of the Belmont Park Preschool.For more information or to receive email notifi-cation before each event, email [email protected] or call 250-474-6678.


School Age & YouthFRiENDS for LifeThe FRIENDS for Life program help children cope with feelings of fear, worry and anxiety by building resilience and self-esteem and teaching cognitive, behav-ioural, and emotional skills in a simple, well-structured format. This program is for children in Grade 3 or 4 for the 2015-2016 school year. Call the MFRC at 250-363-2640 to register or find out if this is the right group for your child.Location: CPACMFRC Thur July 9-Aug 20 9:30-11:30am $20 (covers materials)

Drop-in Parachute games HKids driving you nuts this rainy winter? Come drop them off for an hour of fun playing a variety of parachute games with a HIGH FIVE Qualified Instructor.Location: CPACPSP SS15 Rec 354 Sun Apr 12 9-10am$7 Regular/$10 Ordinary/$13 Associate

golf - Little Bogey’s S.N.A.g. Classes H(ages 3-6 yrs)These sessions are filled with fun games and elementary coaching in a safe environ-ment. Our expert coaches, fully certified SNAG instructors use the teaching tools from SNAG Golf.Location: Olympic View Golf CoursePSP Sat 2-2:45pmMay 2-23 SS15 Rec 300 June 6-27 SS15 Rec 301 July 4-25 SS15 Rec 302 Aug 1-22 SS15 Rec 303 Sept 5-26 SS15 Rec 304 4 Sessions: $68 Regular/ $70 Ordinary/ $75 Associate

golf - Future Links at olympic view(ages 7-13 yrs)Based on Golf Canada’s Future Links Learning Model and the GBC Academy

at Olympic View’s new “Belt System” Pro-gram these lessons will give your child the best chance to become a great player!Location: Olympic View Golf CoursePSP Sat 3-4pmMay 2-23 SS15 Rec 305June 6-27 SS15 Rec 306 July 4-25 SS15 Rec 307 Aug 1-22 SS15 Rec 308 Sept 5-26 SS15 Rec 309 4 Sessions: $68 Regular/$70 Ordinary/$75 As-sociate

golf - Summer Junior golf Camp olympic view(ages 7-13 yrs)This summer come and train to play all week long at the GBC Academy. These active camps are designed to help junior golfers learn to play golf effectively and within the rules of the game. Each partici-pant will be exposed to physical, mental technical, and tactical exercises all designed to increase skills as an athlete and a golfer.Location: Olympic View Golf CoursePSP Mon-Fri 9am-12:30pmJuly 6-10 SS15 Rec 310 July 13-17 SS15 Rec 311 July 20-24 SS15 Rec 312 July 27- 31 SS15 Rec 313 Aug 3-7 SS15 Rec 314 Aug 10-14 SS15 Rec 315 Aug 17-21 SS15 Rec 316 Aug 24-28 SS15 Rec 317 5 Sessions: $108.50 Regular/ $111.50 Ordinary/ $119 Associate

golf - Summer golf Camps for Teens(ages 14-18 yrs)This summer come and train to play all week long at the GBC Academy These active camps are designed to help junior golfers learn to play golf effectively and within the rules of the game. Each partici-

pant will be exposed to physical, mental technical, and tactical exercises all designed to increase skills as an athlete and a golfer.Location: Olympic View Golf CoursePSP Mon-Fri 1-4:30pmJuly 6-10 SS15 Rec 318 July 13-17 SS15 Rec 319 July 20-24 SS15 Rec 320 July 27-31 SS15 Rec 321 Aug 3-7 SS15 Rec 322 Aug 10-14 SS15 Rec 323 Aug 17-21 SS15 Rec 324 Aug 24-28 SS15 Rec 325 5 Sessions: $108.50 Regular/$111.50 Ordinary/$119 Associate

Learn the Basics of Sports HBring the kids out to learn the basic FUN-damental skills associated with sports. Kids will work on throwing, jumping, running, and kicking in a fun and interactive man-ner. This is the perfect program to drop the kids off at for a bit of piece and quite over the spring. Within this program kids will play games and make friends.Location: CPAC PSP SS15 Rec 355 Mon & Wed May 4-25 6-7pm$50 Regular/$55 Ordinary/$60 Associate

PSP outdoor Movie Night Bring a chair, blankets and wear comfy clothing we will be watching a family friendly movie outside! The movie will be decided on closer to the time. Recreation will be setting up a concession with snacks and drinks for a low cost. Popcorn and movie is FREE. Make sure to come early to get a good spot. If the weather is poor the movie will be moved inside.Location: CPAC

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Register online for any of the PSP Programs for School Age and Youth at www.pspesquimalt.ca or contact the Colwood Pacific Activity Centre at 250-363-1009.

out of School Care 2015Located in Belmont Park in Colwood, the MFRC provides Before and After School Care for children from Kindergarten to Grade 6 with both drop-off and pick-up at École John Stubbs Elementary School. Spaces may still available for September 2015 or we are taking names for our waitlist. If your child is attending Victor Brodeur or Crystal View Elementary, please contact the district’s transportation department for bus services to our program. For more information or to register, contact the MFRC at 250-363-2640.

outdoor ActivitiesAre the kids driving you nuts this summer? Do you need a break? This is an excel-lent program for the kids to be dropped off at. Kids will participate in a variety of activities from orienteering to general outdoor games. Each week will be some-thing different. Sign up for all weeks and

get a discount or sign up for each week. individually based on your schedule and preferences.

Location: CPAC - SS15 Rec 356Wed July 8-29 6-7:30pm

individual Drop-in $15 Regular/$16.25 Ordinary/$17.50 Associate

individual Session$15 Regular/$16.25 / Ordinary/$17.50 Associate

July 8: OrienteeringJuly 15: Ultimate FrisbeeJuly 22: Old School Games – Kick the Can, Capture the Flag, CamouflageJuly 29: Kayaking – Naden Pool (Max 8 people)

Book your kids into Summer Camps! Don’t delay!PSP Fun Seekers Summer Camp! (ages 5-12 yrs)Children love our Fun Seekers Summer Break Camp and parents love our prices! All PSP lead camps combine the excitement of camp with the safety parents expect. Each week has a theme loaded with activities, educational games, creative arts and crafts, exciting day trips, swims, marvellous music, heaps of silly fun and much, much more. Does your 10+ year old want to have fun this summer? Register them for the Senior camp. Dates, times and themes are the same with different leaders and different rooms to hang out in.Camp Hours & Cost9am-4pm5 day camp cost: $130 Regular/$135 Ordinary/$140 Associate 4 day camp cost: $105 Regular/$110 Ordinary/$115 Associate

Extended hours & CostAM: 7-9am, $35 Regular/$40 Ordinary/$45 AssociatePM: 4-5:30pm, $25 Regular/$30 Ordinary/$35 Associate

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SS15 Rec 327 ...................June 29-July 3 (No camp Canada Day) .................................Oh Canada

SS15 Rec 330 .................................. Mon-Fri July 6-10 ......................................The Amazing Race

SS15 Rec 333 ...................................Mon-Fri July 13-17 .................................. Sports of the World

SS15 Rec 336.................................. Mon-Fri July 20-24.................................Hawaiian Hullabaloo

SS15 Rec 339...............................Mon-Fri July 27-Aug 31 ......................................... Nature Week

SS15 Rec 342 ................................... Tues-Fri Aug 4-7 .............................................Jr Master Chef

SS15 Rec 345 .................................. Mon-Fri Aug 10-14 .............................................Myth Busters

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Bounce Back and Thrive Help nurture resilience in children under the age of 8 with Bounce Back and Thrive. This interactive program provides opportu-nities for parents and caregivers to enhance their abilities to relax, reflect, and respond effectively to life’s challenges. With a focus on increasing positive parent-child relation-ships, this program helps parents build skills that increase their capacity to role model resilience in their daily interactions with their children. Registration is required as space is limited. Please register by calling the MFRC at 250-363-2640 (toll free: 1-800-353-3329).Location: CPACMFRC Thur July 9-Aug 20 9:30-11:30am Free

English as a Second Language Do you want to learn English or improve your English? Do you feel the need to improve your English to better communi-cate with your partner? The MFRC offers courses to CAF adult family members. The classes, taught by a professional, incorpo-rate conversation, culture, grammar and writing to facilitate your integration into

your community. Call 250-363-2640 (toll free: 1-800-353-3329) to register.Beginner Location: St. Peters Church, Belmont Park MFRC Mon, Tues & Thur Apr 13-June 18 9-11:30am Free intermediate/Advanced Location: St. Peters Church, Belmont Park MFRC Mon, Tues & Thur Apr 13- June 18 1-3:30pm Free

French as a Second Language Are you posted to a bilingual base or Francophone community? Do you feel the need to develop your second language to better communicate with your partner? The MFRC offers the opportunity to ac-cess online Rosetta Stone language training to CAF adult family members. Rosetta Stone uses a method that combines listen-ing, reading, speaking and writing. Call 250-363-2640 (toll free: 1-800-353-3329) to enquire about the current availability of licenses.

Registered Disability Savings Plan info Session Come learn about more about registered disability savings plan. The session will pro-vide clear and accurate information about the RDSP, the Disability Tax Credit and will help simplify the application process for families and caregivers. Come learn about a number of new, positive legislative changes that have recently taken place. This ses-sion is ideal for disabled persons and their families and to those who provide profes-sional services for them. Call the MFRC at 250-363-2640 to register. Location: CPAC MFRC Wed May 20 6:30-8pm Free

victoria’s Hidden Job MarketHave you heard that there is a hidden job market in Victoria? Do you wonder how to tap into it to find a job or explore a new interest? Come join Roy, an employment expert, to learn more. Call the MFRC at 250-363-2640 by April 14 to register.Location: CPACMFRC Tues Apr 21 6:30-8:30pm

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How to RegisterRegister online for any of the PSP Programs for School Age and Youth at www.pspesquimalt.ca or contact the Colwood Pacific Activity Centre at 250-363-1009.

golf - get golf ReadyGet Golf Ready is designed to teach everything you’ll need to play golf in just a few lessons. PGA Canada Professionals will show you that there are lots of ways to play by combining fun, friends and fitness. Each session will focus on the vari-ous golf skills you will use while playing. In addition to learning the basics, you will be guided onto the golf course to put your skills into action in a casual, friendly setting.Women’s Classes with Lori HamstraLocation: Olympic View Golf CoursePSP Wed May 6-June 3 6-7pm SS15 Rec 404 June 17-July 15 6-7pm SS15 Rec 405 July 29-Aug 26 6-7pm SS15 Rec 406 5 Sessions: $108.50 Regular/$111.50 Ordinary/$119 AssociateMen’s ClassesLocation: Olympic View Golf CoursePSP Thur May 7-Jun 4 6-7pm SS15 Rec 407 June 18-July 16 6-7pmSS15 Rec 408

July 30-Aug 26 6-7pmSS15 Rec 4095 Sessions: $108.50 Regular/$111.50 Ordinary/ $119 Associate

golf - Adult Mixed Players ClinicsOur Complete Players Clinics are held ev-ery Friday and cover a different topic each week. If you want to improve every aspect of your game without the heavy price of long term private coaching this clinic series is for you. Includes on-course lesson at the end of each month. Sign up for all 5 months for the discounted rate of $280.Location: Olympic View Golf CoursePSP Sat May 2-30 (5 sessions) 1-2pm SS15 Rec 410 June 6-27 (4 sessions) 1-2pm SS15 Rec 411 July 4- 25 (4 sessions) 1-2pm SS15 Rec 412 Aug 1-29 (5 sessions) 1-2pm SS15 Rec 413 Sept 5-26 (4 sessions) 1-2pm SS15 Rec 4144 Sessions: $68 Regular/$70 Ordinary/ $75 Associate 5 Sessions: $108.50 Regular/ $111.50 Ordinary/ $119 Associate

introduction to Hatha Yoga HWould you like to learn about yoga in a judgment free, beginner friendly environ-ment? Here’s your chance! Come and explore the fundamentals of hatha yoga including breath and body awareness, basic postures, proper alignment, use of props and much more! This course will help you develop your skills and confidence and

start you on the path to a regular yoga practice. Course is suitable for beginners Please bring your own mat if possible. Minimal mats are available to borrow.Location: CPACPSP SS15 Rec 415 Thur May 7-28 6:30-7:45pm$40 Regular/$45 Ordinary/$50 AssociateDrop-In: $12 Regular/$13.50 Ordinary/$15 As-sociate

operation Power FitLooking to increase your fitness level? Boost your metabolism and amp up your routine with this high energy, athletic, total body indoor and outdoor condition-ing program! Every session is designed in a progressive format with numerous modifications, allowing all fitness levels to participate. Instructor, Takato Tanaka, will guide you through movements using bodyweight resistance, parachutes, and Kettlebells to name a few. Keep your body guessing and watch your overall fitness reach new heights! Location: Naden Athletic CentrePSP SS15 Rec 416: Tues/Thur May 5-28 4:30-5:30pmPSP SS15 Rec 417: Tues/Thur June 2-25 4:30-5:30pm$70 Regular/$80 Ordinary/$90 Associate Drop-In $14

Although these workshops are intended for adults, youth are also welcome to participate.

Veggie Garden WorkshopCome join the GardenWorks team and learn about growing veggies in planters. With this workshop you will learn how to build your own planter and when you walk away from this workshop you will have a fully planted planter! Make sure to bring your gardening gloves. If you don’t have any Garden-Works will have some for purchase. Location: GardenWorks (1859 Island Highway, Colwood)PSP SS15 Rec 425 Thur Apr 30 6-8pm$27 Regular/$29 Ordinary/$31 Associate

Herb Garden WorkshopAre you tired of buying expensive herbs from the grocery store? Come to this work shop and you will learn how to grow your

own. Within this session you will build your own planter, get the soil and plant some herbs. By the time you are completed you will have a lovely little herb garden for the house!Location: GardenWorks (1859 Island Highway, Colwood)PSP SS15 Rec 426 Thur June 4 6-8pm$27 Regular/ $29 Ordinary/ $31 Associate

Succulent PlanterWith the summers here it can sometimes be hard to remember to water your planters. Or maybe you water them but they are still struggling in the summer heat. Come to this workshop and build a succulent planter. The plants that go into this planter are draught tolerant!Location: GardenWorks (1859 Island Highway, Colwood)PSP SS15 Rec 427 Thur July 9 5-7pm$32 Regular/$34 Ordinary/$36 Associate

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Personal Fitness TrainingPersonal Training is designed using a results based approach to help you achieve your fitness goals. Our quali-fied personal trainers can customize a program to meet your needs, whether you are a beginner or seasoned athlete.Personal Training Sessions SS15 Rec 418Choose from private sessions or book semi private sessions (each session is 1 hr) with a friend or family member.Private $50/1 session $135/3 sessions$245/6 sessions $389/10 sessionsSemi-Private $39/person/1 session$89/person/3 sessions$175/person/6 sessions

Personal Training Package SS15 Rec 419Combine a fitness assessment and personal training to jump start your fitness program. The 1st appointment will assess your basic fitness compo-nents including a choice of cardiovas-cular endurance, body composition, muscular strength, endurance and/or flexibility. Your 2nd appointment will design an individual fitness program based on your assessment results and goals.

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Please call the PSP Recreation Coordinator at 250-363-2989 for information about this service or to register.

Physical Literacy Physical literacy is the cornerstone of both par-ticipation and excellence in physical activity and sport. Individuals who are physically literate are more likely to be active for life. Come to this free workshop to learn more about physical literacy and how to incorporate it into you and your family’s life. This workshop will also teach you on what to look for in the programs you register your kids for and inform you on how PSP is here to assist you in this process.Location: CPACPSP SS15 Rec 422 Wed May 20 6-8pm Free

Spynga – At NACThis class will jump start your day with a power-ful 25 minute indoor cycling ride focusing on hills and sprints, then moving to the mat for a 25 minute yoga practice focusing on strength, core stabilization and flexibility! By combining cardiovascular endurance, strength and flexibility, this class creates a harmonious balance between all of the facets of physical fitness. All levels of fitness are welcome!Location: NACPSP SS15 Rec 423 Sat May 2-30 9:30-10:30am(no class on May 16) SS15 Rec 424 Sat June 6-27 9:30-10:30am$40 Regular/$45 Ordinary/$50 AssociateDrop-In: $12 Reg/$13.50 Ord/$15 Assoc

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Navigateur Familial Votre accès centralisé à une vaste gamme de ressources et d’informations liées au style de vie militaire. Qu’est-ce que le Naviga-teur Familial?Le Navigateur Familial est un outil en ligne pour aider les familles des Forces cana-diennes qui sont en quête de ressources, déménagent dans une nouvelle communauté ou font face aux défis du mode de vie militaire. Ceci peut inclure :• Réinstallation• Besoins spéciaux• Soins pour personnes âgées

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Family Navigator


FamilyNavigator.caFamilyNavigator.ca connects families with service providers in Greater Victoria. Use this nationally-recognized website to search for help on the following topics:• mental health • health care • disability services • eldercare • operational injuries • child care • supportive education

Navigating your Move The interactive Navigating Your Move e-tool at www.familynavigator.ca provides families with tips on moving such as how to cope with unexpected challenges, finding housing, employment, education, medical care, child care and adjusting to your new community.

Posting in / Posting out?FamilyNavigator.ca is a national, bilingual website that provides consistent information for each base in Canada. It can help you learn about:

• the schools in your new area • what the housing market is like • how to find a family doctor • what the employment prospects are like for family members • the availability of child care • how to set up services for a family member with complex needs

FamilyNavigator.ca also has:• tools to plan and prepare for a move • information on the eligibility criteria for services in your new location • navigation tools to guide you through the mental health and disability services • opportunities to ask questions from subject matter experts

one to one SupportThe Family Navigator Coordinator at the Esquimalt MFRC offers one to one support for Canadian Armed Forces families with a family member with extra needs. This person can:

• develop a support plan for persons with complex needs work together with someone to create a plan for upcoming deployments • provide support for people who are caring for an elderly family member • help families prepare when they are posting in or out of Greater Victoria • help families navigate the education or health care system and local resources during a relocation or new diagnosis • advocate for services for a family

Consider giving baCk to an organization that supports military

members and their families. Donate to the MFRC.

Charitable Registration Number: 13807 0578 RR0001

Aquatics


Swimming Lessons• Red Cross Preschool• Red Cross Swim Kids• Adult Group Lessons• Adapted Swimming Lessons• Private & Semi-Private LessonsIf you are looking for lessons to introduce your children to the water; looking to en-hance your skills; or just want to try some-thing new, our instructors are ready to help. Swimming can help you focus on fitness goals, improve confidence around the wa-ter and develop important safety skills. We offer Red Cross Preschool and Swim Kids lessons for children, private/semi-private lessons for children and adults as well as na-tionally recognized Lifesaving courses. So try our lessons and get ready to have some fun in the pool.

Children’s – Spring Red Cross Swimming Lessons HLocation: Naden PoolSat Mar 28 – June 13 (10 classes – NO CLASS April 4 and May 16)

Children’s – Summer Red Cross Swimming Lessons HLocation: Naden PoolPSP Sat June 20 - Aug 29* (10 classes – NO CLASS Aug 1)*Note: Lessons will not take place on long weekends. Registration cut off is the Wednesday before lesson start date.

Free Swimming Lesson AssessmentsUnsure which level to register your child in, or are they moving from preschool to school age lessons? Call Recreation Coordi-nator at 250-363-2989 to book your FREE Swim Assessment.

Basic Adult group LessonsNo swimming experience necessary! Build your skills to become comfortable in the water by learning proper technique for breathing, kicking and surface support. Learn the basics of front crawl, back crawl, and breaststroke. Location: Naden PoolPSP Mon 7:00-7 :45 SS15 AQU 400: Apr 13 – May 25 (6 classes – No Class May 18) SS15 AQU 401: June 1 – Jul 6 (6 classes) $36 Regular/$41 Ordinary/$46 Associate

intermediate Adult group LessonsYou have mastered the basics and want to continue reaching towards your personal

or professional goals. Our instructors will customize your lessons for your specific needs, using drills and equipment to improve your technique. Must be able to swim 100m (4 lengths) continuously.Location: Naden PoolPSP Tues 7:00-7:45 SS15 AQU 402: Apr 14 – May 26 (6 classes) SS15 AQU 403: June 2 – July 7 (6 classes) $36 Regular/$41 Ordinary/$46 Associate

Advanced Adult group LessonsSwimming is part of your fitness routine but you want to improve your skill and efficiency. Our instructors can fine tune your stroke; give you new workouts that will teach you new drills that will help make long distance swims easier and faster. Must be able to swim 200m (8 lengths) continuouslyLocation: Naden PoolPSP Thurs 7:00-7:45 SS15 AQU 404: Apr 16 – May 28 (6 classes) SS15 AQU 405: June 4 – Jul 9 (6 classes) $36 Regular/$41 Ordinary/$46 Associate

Adapted Swim LessonsThese lessons are personalized as an alternative for children with unique physi-cal or educational needs. Our qualified instructors work with caregivers in the water to help children learn to swim and be water-safe. Their will be a ratio of no more then 1 instructor to 5 children (and their caregivers). Caregivers/parents will be contacted before lessons begin to see if this class is suitable for their age and ability. Should you have any questions regarding this program please contact the Recreation Coordinator at 250-363-2989. Register early to avoid class cancellation.Location: Naden PoolPSP Sat 12-12:45am SS15 AQU 407: Mar 28 – June 13 (10 classes – NO CLASS April 4 and May 16) SS15 AQU 408: June 20 - Aug 29* (10 classes – NO CLASS Aug 1)$47.50 Regular/$52.50 Ordinary/$57.50 Associate

*Note: Lessons will NOT take place on long weekends. Registration cut off is the Wednesday before lesson start date.

How to RegisterTo register in any of the following Aquatics programs please contact the Colwood Pacific Activity Centre at 250-363-1009. Or you can now register online for any PSP Program: www.pspesquimalt.ca

Pool Hours:Monday-Friday 11:30am-1:00pm and 4:00-9:00pm

Saturdays 9:00am-4:00pm

Sundays 12:00-4:00pm

AquaticsAt the NAC

Private Lessons – SS15AQu409Naden Pool offers Private Swimming

Lessons all year long!We have experienced instructors that can teach you the very basics to become com-fortable in the water. If you are an experi-enced swimmer we can help improve your efficiency and endurance with advanced stroke correction. After completing ‘Private Lesson Form’ at the Naden Kiosk, you will be contacted via phone or e-mail by the Recreation Coordi-nator to set up your lessons.

Noon Hour AquafitGet moving with a 45 minute, moder-ate level aquatic workout. Noodles, foam dumbbells and other equipment may be used to improve strength, flexibility and stamina.Tuesday and Thursday 12:05-12:50pm

FREE Fun SwimsA lifeguard will be leading games and fun in the pool. Come out and enjoy some leisure time in the pool. All ages welcome to participate! Did we mention these fun swims are FREE!

Kick off to Summer SwimSchool’s out and it is time to kick back and relax! Come join our Lifeguards for an afternoon of fun at the pool to celebrate successfully finishing another great year. Make sure you bring your friends before they head off on holidays.Location: Naden PoolPSP Sun June 28 2-4pm FREE

Last Splash of SummerLet’s say goodbye to summer in style. Come over to the Naden Pool for some cool tunes, games, and prizes!PSP Sun Aug 22 Noon-1:30pm FREE

SASY (Supplied Air Snorkelling for Youth) (5 – 8 yrs)Can’t wait to turn 8 to try SCUBA diving? No problem! Aquarius Dive Club offers children as young as 5 years old their 1st

breath on SCUBA with the Supplied Air Snorkelling for Youth (SASY) Program. In the SASY program, children 5-8yrs old wear a Buoyancy Compensator Device (BCD) and SCUBA equipment, but they stay on the surface, and experience breath-ing from a regulator while floating.The BCD is like a life preserver, and it holds a real scuba tank with a function-ing regulator and air gauge. However, the BCD is not weighted, so the child remains positively buoyant at the surface of the pool. It’s fun, easy and safe. All instructors are PADI certified dive instructors. Regis-ter early to avoid class cancellation. For specific details on the program call • Shawn Falconer: 250-661-7327 / [email protected] • Mario Robillard (en français): 778-433-6866To register call PSP Recreation at 250 363 1009 or go online.Location: Naden PoolPSPEvery Second Sunday depending on the number of participants – advance registration is requiredMay Sessions: 10 May, 24 May SS15AQU318June Sessions: 7 Jun, 21 Jun SS15AQU319Cost includes all required equipment and les-sons:$30 Regular/$33 Ordinary/$36 Associate

PADi Bubblemaker (8yrs +)Does your child want to see what it’s like to breath underwater just like Mom or Dad? Or perhaps you’re considering a family vacation, and you’d like to bring your children diving with you! The PSP Aquarius Dive club is offering this pro-gram to the formation for next to nothing. Costs go to cover the expenses of the pro-gram. The Instructor for the program is a qualified dive instructor with PADI and is there to support the needs of all children. It’s fun, easy and safe. Register early to avoid class cancellation.The PADI Bubblemaker experience is a great way to introduce children to SCUBA diving in a pool in less than six feet of water. For specific details on the program call • Shawn Falconer: 250-661-7327 / [email protected] • Mario Robillard (en français): 778-433-6866To register call PSP Recreation at 250 363 1009 or go online.Location: Naden Pool PSPEvery Second Sunday depending on the number of participants – advance registration is requiredMay Sessions: 10 May, 24 May SS15AQU320 June Sessions: 7 Jun, 21 Jun SS15AQU321 Cost includes all required equipment and lessons $30 Regular/$33 Ordinary/$36 Associate

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Cancellation Policy: All private lessons must be cancelled by 6pm the night before your lesson. Please call the Recreation Coordinator at 250-363-2989 to cancel your lesson. Only lessons cancelled within this time frame and through the Recreation Coordinator will be given a make-up lesson.

PRivATE & SEMi-PRivATE LESSoNSoPTioN PRivATE LESSoNS SEMi-PRivATE LESSoNS

A) 1 x 30 minutesRegular: $20.25Ordinary: $23.25Associate: $27.25

Cost includes both participants

Regular: $25Ordinary: $30Associate: $35

B) 5 x 30 minutesRegular: $80

Ordinary: $90Associate: $100


C) 10 x 30 minutesRegular: $145

Ordinary: $160Associate: $165


NEW

Aquatics


Lengths Swim Lap swimming only in main pool. Hot tub, leisure pool and steam room are open.

Noon SwimLap swimming only in main pool. Hot tub, leisure pool and steam room are open. Please note: during aquafit, lap swimming is lim-ited to two lanes.

open SwimEnjoy relaxing in the hot tub, tot or main pools. All the toys are available for use - please ask lifeguard on duty. Two lanes reserved for lap swimming.

Military TrainingAll morning and afternoon Military Training times are booked through the Fitness Coordinator (250-363-4495). Units wanting to reserve the pool for Unit PT or other purposes must book in advance. During this time the main pool, leisure pool, and steam room are available for our military members.

Basic Adult group Swim Lessons:Registration required. See page 33 for details

intermediate Adult group Swim Lessons:Registration required. See page 33 for details

Advanced Adult group Swim Lessons:Registration required. See page 33 for details

*MARPAC MastersContact John McManus:[email protected] or 250-655-6460 or for more information visit: www.navymasters.com. Hot tub, leisure pool and steam room are open during these time periods

**Kayak ClubThe Pacific Fleet Kayak Club (PFKC) uses the pool on many Wednes-days from 1900-2100 (pool closing) for kayak training. During those times the pool is closed but the liesure pool, hot tub and steam room are open. Call the kiosk to confirm availability (250-363-5677).

Note: During swimming lessons space may be limited in the main pool.

Applicable to all Aquatics Programs: Prices do not include tax and times are subject to change. If registration is insufficient, classes will be com-bined or cancelled. All participants will be notified of cancellations and time changes via phone. Please notify the NAC Kiosk of any contact number changes. Early registration is encouraged to avoid disappointment.

MARPACMasters*6-7:30am



Military Training 7:30 - 11:30 amScheduled training only. Hot tub, steam room and leisure pool are closed.

Noon Swim 11:30-1pm

Aquafit12:05-12:50

Noon Swim 11:30-1pm

Military Training 1-4pm Scheduled training only. Hot tub, steam room and leisure pool are closed.

Lengths and open Swim

4-9pm

Noon Swim 11:30-1pm

Noon Swim 11:30-1:30pm

Aquafit12:05-12:50

Lengths & Lessons9-11:45am

Private Bookings

9-noon

Closed

Lengths & open Swim

noon-4pm

Private Lessons Available

PooL SCHEDuLE May to August 2015

Noon Swim 11:30-1pm

intermediate Adult group

Lessons 7-7:45pm

Basic Adultgroup Lessons

7-7:45pm

Advanced Adult group

Lessons 7-7:45pm

gvASBooking 2 lanes

5:30-7pm

gvASBooking 2 lanes

5:30-7pm

Lengths & open Swim

noon-4pm

Private Lessons Available

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

Swim Descriptions below. Note: during swimming lessons space may be limited in the main pool.

CLoSED CLoSED

TriathlonClub Booking

4 lanes6-7pm

Kayak Club**full pool 7-9pm


4-9pm


4-9pm


4-9pm


4-9pm

We’re here to Help! To rent pool space, please call the Facilities Coordinator at 250-363-4213. For all other aquatic inqui-ries, please do not hesitate to call the Recreation Coordinator at 250-363-2989.

gvASBooking 2 lanes

5:30-7pm

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RED CRoSS SWiM LESSoNSSpring: Saturdays March 28 - June 13, Summer: Saturdays June 20 - August 29

Regular $47.50 (10 classes)

ordinary $52.50 (10 classes)

Preschool & Swim Kids Levels 1-5: 30 minute lessons Associate $57.50 (10 classes)

9:30-10 am

9:30-10 am

10:30-11 am

10-10:30 am

9:30-10 am

10-10:30 am

10:30-11 am

10:30-11 am

9:30-10 am

10:30-11 am

10-10:30 am

10:30-11 am

10:30-11 am

Starfish (SS15AQu300) - 4 to 12 months and participating with a parent or caregiver Babies and caregivers experience buoyancy, movement, proper support, safe shallow water entries and exits and enjoy-ment of the water.

Duck (SS15AQu301) - 12 to 24 months and participating with a parent or caregiverBabies and caregivers are introduced to moving in the water, front and back floats and rhythmic breathing while playing games and singing songs.

Sea Turtle (SS15AQu302) - 24 to 36 months (parents not required)Toddlers and their caregivers learn about submersion, front / back floats and glides, kicking and swimming on their fronts and jumping with assistance into chest-deep water.

Sea otter (SS15AQu303) - ages 3-6Preschoolers learn front and back floats and glides with assistance. They will kick on their front with a buoyant object. A one meter swim is the distance goal.

Salamander (SS15AQu304) - ages 3-6 Preschoolers improve their floats and glides through games and songs. Kicking is added to the glides. The fun includes learning when it’s safe to jump into chest-deep water.

Sun Fish (SS15AQu305) - ages 3-6At this level preschoolers learn to jump into deep water and float and support themselves. They build on their front and back glides to perform rollover glides.

Crocodile (SS15AQu306) - ages 3-6Your preschooler will learn how to swim unassisted and is comfortable in deep water. They will work on increasing their distance up to 10 metres as well as introducing front crawl.

Whale (SS15AQu307) - ages 3-6These preschoolers, who are very comfortable with the water, will be challenged to increase distance on front and back swim and learn the sitting dive! Endurance swim is 15 metres.

Swim Kids Level 1 (SS15AQu308) - ages 5+ This level provides an orientation to the water and the pool area. Activities are based in shallow water. Children will be introduced to floats, glides and kick.

Swim Kids Level 2 (SS15AQu309)- ages 5+ 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.

Swim Kids Level 3 (SS15AQu310)- ages 5+ Flutter kick is built upon to increase endurance while front swim is improved upon, recovering the arms above water and swimming 15 metres continuously.

Swim Kids Level 4 (SS15AQu311)- ages 5+ Front craw is further developed, back glides have shoulder rolls and breathing comfortably to the side is worked on to help the child swim 25 metres. A better understanding of self-safety is developed.

Swim Kids Level 5 (SS15AQu312)- ages 5+ Back crawl, sculling, and whip kick on the back are introduced. Your child will learn stride dives and receive an introduc-tion to safe boating skills. Endurance is increased to a 50 metre continuous swim.

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11-11:45 am

11-11:45 am

11-11:45 am

11-11:45 am

11-11:45 am

Swim Kids Level 6 (SS15AQu313)Front crawl and back crawl are refined, as the elementary backstroke is introduced. Swimmers learn about basic lifesaving rescues with throwing assists and treading water. Endurance is built through a 75 metre swim.

Swim Kids Level 7 (SS15AQu314)Endurance and technique for front crawl, back crawl, and elementary backstroke are further developed. Whip kick on the front is introduced. Airway obstructions and breathing problems are taught. The swimmers’ endurance will be challenged with a 150 metre swim.

Swim Kids Level 8 SS15AQu315)Breaststroke and foot first surface dives are introduced along with the dangers of open water. The endurance swim is 300 metres.

Swim Kids Level 9 (SS15AQu316)In this level swimmers are encouraged to try a combination of strokes and kicks for fitness to complete the 400 metres endurance swim. Strokes are refined and participants learn side-stroke and head-first shallow dives.

Swim Kids Level 10 (SS15AQu317)Strokes are further refined, butterfly is improved upon, scissor kick and side stroke are introduced as a warm up/cool down for fitness. An endurance swim of 500 metres will help prepare them for advanced lifesaving courses such as Bronze Medallion.

Regular$60 (10 classes)Levels 6-10 are 45 minute lessons

Associate $70 (10 classes)

ordinary $65 (10 classes)

FFriendly Reminders• Please ensure your child showers

before entering the pool.

• Please make sure children do not eat a large meal prior to swim-ming. Small snacks are best.

• Please make sure your swimmer goes to the bathroom before entering the pool — we do not want to have to close the pool due to accidents.

• Children who are not toilet trained must wear a bathing suit and plastic swimming pants or swim diapers in the pool.

• If you have any questions or con-cerns about your child’s swim-ming lessons, please speak to the Instructor before or after class.

• If your child is sick, please do not bring him/her swimming.

RED CRoSS SWiM LESSoNS CoNTiNuEDSpring: Saturdays March 28 - June 13, Summer: Saturdays June 20 - August 29

Sports


Formation SportsFormation Esquimalt Sports organizes sports teams, leagues, and tournaments from the Formation/Base level to interna-tional competition. The programs offered are:• Cock of the Walk Formation/Cock of

the Walk Fleet• Formation Teams (Pacific Regional and

CF National Championships)• CISM

intersection Sports A variety of sports are included as options in the intersection league. Beach Volley-ball and Slo-pitch usually occur between May and August while Ice Hockey runs from September to April. These leagues are made up of various formation units or sections. Those eligible to participate are military members (Regular Force, Class B or C Reservists), DND civilian employ-ees, full and part-time NPF employees of CFB Esquimalt and integral/lodger units. Military personnel undergoing or awaiting training must be posted to CFB Esquimalt and have authorization from the unit CO to be eligible to participate in a league.

Formation Teams (Esquimalt Tritons) Formation Esquimalt sports teams are a combination of Base and Fleet athletes. The Tritons represent Formation Esqui-malt at the Pacific Regional Champion-ships, and if successful represent the Pacific Region at the National Championships. Military personnel (Regular Force and Class B or C Reservists) are eligible to play on the Formation Teams. Full time DND or NPF civilian personnel may coach, manage, or officiate with appropri-ate documentation. For more information contact the Formation Sports Cell at 250-363-4068/4069.

CiSM (Conseil international du Sport Militaire/international Military Sports Council)CISM is an international sports associa-tion composed of and open to the armed forces of member nations. The fundamen-tal aim of CISM is to promote sport activ-ity and physical education between armed

forces across the globe as a means to foster world peace. This ideal is encapsulated in the CISM motto “Friendship Through Sport.” For more information with regards to CISM and what events are coming up, check out the official CISM website at www.cism-milsport.org or contact the PSP Sports Office at CFB Esquimalt.

Badminton/SquashThe Formation Badminton/Squash teams use the drop-in sessions at noon hour at the Naden Athletic Centre to prepare for the Regional Championships that take place on March 2016.

Ball HockeyThe Formation Esquimalt Tritons Ball Hockey Team is always looking for interested players to join the team. The Esquimalt Tritons begin practice in late April and compete in the Regional Cham-pionships in June 2015. Keep an eye on the MARPAC Notice Board and posters around the gym for practice times and dates in mid-March 2016.

BasketballThe Formation Esquimalt Men’s Triton Team begin practicing in December 2015 at the Naden Athletic Centre to prepare for the Pacific Regional Championships from the February 2016.

Cock of the Walk/ Formation TournamentsCock of the Walk Formation Tournament, with a Cock of the Fleet Tournament is a brand new program starting mid-April. The Formation/Fleet will play a variety of sports listed above to crown a Cock of the Formation Champion & Fleet Champion. Each group will play in their own division and then a cross over competition will be conducted to determine the overall winner. More information will be forthcoming to each of the Unit Sports Reps.

ice HockeyThe Esquimalt Tritons Men’s, Women’s, and Old-timer’s teams practice November through March in preparation for the Pacific Regional Championships held in

YEARLY SPoRTS ovERviEWSport Cock of the Walk

FormationPacific Regional CF Nationals

Badminton 4 4 4

Ball Hockey 4 4 4

Basketball 4 4 4

Curling 4

golf 4 4 4

ice Hockey 4 4 4

Running 4

Sailing 4

Slo Pitch 4 4 4

Soccer 4 4 4

Squash 4 4

Swimming 4 4

Taekwondo 4

Triathlon 4 4

volleyball 4 4 4

Sports


January 2016. The winner of the Regional Championship will represent the Pacific Region at the National Championships in February/March 2016.

Running Formation Esquimalt military male and female runners are to participate in sanctioned 5km, 10km, half and/or full marathon runs in order to qualify for the CF Running Nationals. Runners must meet specific qualifying times available at the Formation Sports office within one year of Nationals. The Canadian Forces National Running Championship takes place in Ottawa in May 2015.

Slo Pitch - Men’s and Women’s The Esquimalt Tritons Men’s and Women’s Slo-Pitch teams practice late April to Aug. The Formation Teams are always looking for interested players. The teams compete in Regional Championships held in the summer months with the winners repre-senting the Pacific Region at the National Championships.

Soccer - Men’s and Women’s The Formation Men’s and Women’s Triton Soccer Teams begin practicing in late March. The Men’s and Women’s teams are always looking for interested military soccer players to join the team. The teams will compete in Regional Championships and the winners will represent the Pacific Region at the National Championship at CFB Borden .CISM Men’s Soccer is ongo-ing throughout the year. Interested athletes should submit their resume to the Sports Office for consideration.

SwimmingFormation Esquimalt Triton Swimmers practice Monday, Wednesday and Friday Mornings from 6-7:30am at the Naden Athletic Centre Pool. The team also par-ticipates in the Master’s Swim Program, in both local and regional meets. Formation swimmers may submit a resume including times in sanctioned meets for consider-ation to participate at Nationals More information at [email protected].

Taekwondo Formation athletes may submit a resume to participate at the CF Nationals Tae-kwondo Championship.

TriathlonFormation Esquimalt military male and female triathletes are encouraged to par-ticipate in sanctioned races in preparation for the CF Triathlon Nationals in Ottawa in July 2015. Qualifying times must be met - these are available at the Formation Sports Office.

volleyball The Esquimalt Triton Men’s and Wom-en’s Volleyball teams begin practices in September. Formation volleyball play-ers interested in future CISM selection/training camps may submit a resume for consideration to participate to the Forma-tion Sports Office.

PACiFiC REgioN AND CF NATioNAL SPoRTS CHAMPioNSHiP SCHEDuLE 2015

SPoRT REgioNAL LoCATioN NATioNAL LoCATioN

Basketball Feb 24-27 Esquimalt Apr 11-16 Borden

oT Hockey Jan 18-22 Comox Mar 21-26 Borden

Men’s Hockey Jan 18-22 Comox Mar 7-12 Borden

Women’s Hockey

Jan 18-22 Comox Mar 21-26 Borden

volleyball M/W Mar 9-11 Esquimalt Apr 27-May 1 Borden

Badminton/Squash

Mar 24-27, Esquimalt May 2-8 Borden

Running N/A May 22-24 Ottawa

Ball Hockey June 9-12 Esquimalt Aug 8-13 Borden

Triathlon N/A July 3-5 Gatineau/ Ottawa

Slo-pitch M/W June 15 Comox M Aug 27-30W Aug 22-25

Borden

Soccer M/W Aug 11- 14 Esquimalt M Sept 18-22W Sept 12-16

Borden

golf June 10-13 Comox Aug 22-27 Borden

CF Sports Awards

N/A TBA Ottawa

Taekwondo N/A TBA Toronto

Swimming TBA April 1-5 Etobicoke

For information regarding any sporting events, please contact: Formation PSP Sports Coordinator: 250-363-4068PSP Sports Cell Line: 250-363-4069PSP Sports Cell Line: 250-363-4540

Visit our website: www.pspesquimalt.ca

Check the MARPAC Notice Board and the Sports Bulletin Board at the NAC for current and upcoming sports.

Fitness


Aqua-Fit: Get moving with a 45 minute, moderate level aquatic workout to improve strength, flexibility, and stamina. Work on core stability while getting an excellent car-dio and strength workout.

Battle-Fit: It’s back to basics with full body functional movements, body weight exer-cises and hard work! Come prepared to be pushed in a high intensity & demanding workout!

Bootcamp: A combination of cardiovascu-lar, core, and muscular strength /endurance work are mixed for a high intensity class. These classes change each week with em-phasis on different components of fitness. All levels welcome. Come prepared to work indoors or outdoors.

Combat Conditioning: Join PSP Staff for Combat Conditioning, a high intensity workout utilizing gloves, pads and combat inspired exercises.

Flex Fusion: Come and explore varied stretching techniques, focusing on increas-ing full body strength and flexibility. A great complement to any fitness training routine. This class is taught by experienced PSP staff members.

Fleet Fitness Hour: This is your units chance to get fit and have fun while build-ing morale. Choose from a variety of class structures from group runs, bootcamp, to flexibility, we have it all! Please call to book your spot with the Fitness Coordina-tor today at 250-363-4495. Two units are welcome to come together, but there is a maximum of 25 members per class.

FORCE Development Classes: Practice and receive feedback on training methods, evaluation protocols, and techniques for different components of the FORCE test.

Formation Unit PT: This class is designed as a drop in class for all interested members and units in the Formation.Check out the current schedule posted un-der Unit PT on the PSP website.

Kettlebell Conditioning: High intensity strength, flexibility and core stability train-ing. Get it all with the traditional Russian cast iron weight looking somewhat like a cannonball with a handle.

Practice FORCE Familiarization: This drop-in test will run you through an unoffi-cial FORCE test where you are able to track your progress by having each test compo-nent evaluated by a PSP Fitness Staff. All participants welcome.

Sweat Cycle: Cycle your way to better health with motivating instruction and music. You control the intensity of the class through tension adjustments. Please bring a small towel, a water bottle and a ready-to-go attitude.

CLASS DESCRiPTioNS

OFFICIAL FORCE Evaluation Registration required.

Book through your Unit FORCE Coordinator.

FLEET FiTNESS AND WELLNESS CENTRE (D22) FiTNESS SCHEDuLETime Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

7-7:45 amFORCE

DevelopmentCardio

DevelopmentFORCE

DevelopmentCardio

DevelopmentFORCE

Development

8-9 amFleet Fitness Hour

(booked)Fleet Fitness Hour




(open)

10-11 amFleet Fitness Hour




(booked)

11-11:45 am Battle-Fit Flexibility Fusion Battle-Fit Flexibility Fusion Battle-Fit

12:05-12:45 pm Bootcamp Sweat CycleKettlebell

ConditioningSweat Cycle Bootcamp

1-2 pmNaval Boarding

Party PT

2-3 pmFleet Fitness Hour

(booked)

* Fleet Fitness Hour/Fleet School for units and ships. Must be pre-booked with Fitness and Sports Coordinator. Please call 250-363-4495.

Fitness


NADEN ATHLETiC CENTRE (N88) FiTNESS SCHEDuLETime Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

7-7:45 am FORCE Development FORCE Development FORCE Development FORCE DevelopmentPractice FORCE Familiarization

7:30-8:30 amFormation Unit PT(open to all in the

formation)

Formation Unit PT(open to all in the

formation)

8-9:30 am FORCE Evaluation FORCE Evaluation FORCE Evaluation FORCE Evaluation FORCE Evaluation

9:30 - 11:30 am

Fleet School Fitness Class 10:30-11:30 am

NOTC PT 10:40 am

Fleet School Fitness Class 10:30-11:30 am

12:05-12:50 pm Bootcamp Spin Kettlebell Conditioning Spin Combat Conditioning

Flex Fusion Aqua-Fit Flex Fusion Aqua-Fit

1:15-4 pmFleet School Fitness

Class 2:15-4 pmFleet School Fitness

Class 2:15-4 pmFleet School Fitness Class 2:45-3:45 pm

2:15-4pm Fleet Fitness Classes Fleet Fitness Classes

2:45-3:45pm Fleet Fitness Classes

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HEALTH & FAMILY Prenatal Evenings Apr 7Baby Care Apr 16Prenatal in a Weekend Apr 18Prenatal in a Day Apr 25Med Lab Info Session Apr 29 Prenatal Evenings May 5Prenatal in a Weekend May 23Prenatal in a Day May 30Basics of Medications Part 2 May 31Prenatal Evenings Jun 2Prenatal in a Weekend Jun 13Baby Care Jun 18Prenatal in a Day Jun 20Prenatal Evenings Jul 9Prenatal in a Weekend Jul 18Prenatal in a Day Jul 25Prenatal Evenings Aug 4Prenatal in a Weekend Aug 15Baby Care Aug 20Prenatal in a Day Aug 22

LANGUAGE, PHOTOGRAPHY & WRITINGFrench – Levels 1, 2 & 3Spanish – Levels 1, 2, 3 & 4Photography Level 1 – Intro courses Apr, SepiPhone/iPad – Taking Great Photos May 6Nature Photography WEEKEND WORKSHOP May 8iPhone/iPad – ARTography May 9iPhone for Absolute Beginners May 23Floral Photography WEEKEND WORKSHOP May 29

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COMPUTER & SOFTWARE TRAININGCLASSES START FREQUENTLY INCLUDING THESE DATES.

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DIGITAL MARKETING & SOCIAL MEDIADigital Content – Writing & Blogging May 5Social Media for Newbies Jun 11

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on the Move? Here’s some Relocation Tips

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Approximately 15,000 Canadian Forces members move bases each year. Moving means change and the process

can be a challenge. With each new loca-tion, families need to re-establish medi-cal services. Spouses need to make new friends and find employment. Children will have to start new schools, develop new friendships and find new activities in

the local area. If you are relocating this summer here are

some tips that may be helpful to your family.

• Get to know the re-sources that are avail-able to you

Do as much research as possible prior to the move. Find out what benefits you are entitled to from the Integrated Re-

location Program. • Develop an action plan

Make a list of all the things that need to be done prior, during and after the move. Once you have made the list decide when each task needs to be done. There are a lot of things that need to be done as part of a move so spread out the tasks into manageable chunks.• Gather information about the key re-

location topicsGather detailed information about the

key relocation topics that are pertinent to you. These topics include medical care,

housing, education, child care, and em-ployment.• Make the move a family affairTalk about the move openly with your

family. Express any concerns you may have and discuss some of the positive things about the move. Take a team ap-proach and have everyone participate in the tasks. For example, kids may want to pack a box of their favourite toys.• Take time for yourselfFinally it is very important to take care

of yourself during this busy time. Sched-ule in some fun things to do with friends or family.Moving to a new base can be a stress-

ful time but it can also be a very excit-ing time. This is an opportunity for your family to see new things, try new activi-ties and meet new people. Preparation is the key to a smooth move

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SailingCanadian Forces Sailing Association (CFSA) Summer Sail Training ProgrammeLearn to Sail at the Canadian Forces Sailing Association! We offer courses for Youth and Adults of all ages, from beginner to advanced. CFSA is a wonderful place to learn to sail, with favourable winds and a protected harbour. Sharing the harbour with working Naval Dockyard, there are always exciting things happening in the bay. Our one and two week programmes are a great way for kids, adults and families to enjoy their summer learning on the water!Our instructors are nationally certified through the Canadian Yachting Associa-tion (CYA) and trained in how to teach sailing, as well as first aid and boat rescue. We follow the CYA CANSail curriculum of instruction.The CANSail curriculum allows individuals to progress at their own rate and comfort level. While the Basic Sailing curriculum can be covered in one week, two weeks can be spent on the same course, offering more time to consolidate skills. If you book the same course twice you save $50 on the total registration fee. Daytime courses run from 8am-4pm, evening (adult courses) from 6-9pm.Did You Know? High School students with 100 or more hours of Sailing Instruction can apply for 4 high school credits!CFSA Contact Information1001 Maple Bank RoadVictoria BC V9A 4M2Information: 250-857-2823 (Program Manager Candy Daily)

Registration: 250-363-1009Fax: 250-385-1873Email: [email protected]: www.cfsaesq.caFacebook: www.facebook.com/groups/260909177281019

CANSail optimist Programs (under 10 years)opti Wet Feet (4-7 year olds) A camp designed for little sailors wanting to familiarize themselves with salt water, sea life, and sailing. Focused on fun, and being comfortable, and safe on the water and docks. opti Basic (under 10)CANSail accredited introduction to Opti sailing. The program introduces children to sailing in a fun, safe environment. With two sailors per boat, children work on the basics of sailing in a comfortable, fun, and enjoyable atmosphere.opti Advanced (Pre-requisite: opti Basic) CANSail accredited Advanced Opti sailing course, allows sailors to sail alone if they want. Young sailors continue to develop basic sailing skills learned in Opti Basic as well as introduce more Advanced skills with increased independence.

CANSail Programs (over 10 yrs)CANSail Basic Basic sailing course for new sailors or those with limited sailing experience. Sailors will learn the fundamentals and be introduced to the sport of sailing. The course includes safety, crewing, steering, and seamanship.

Sailors also learn basic physical literacy activities and games. CANSail Advanced (Pre-req: CANSail Basic) Sailors build on existing skills in all types of conditions and to a higher proficiency. Through on water games and activities sailors are introduced to concepts such as right of way, reading wind and waves, as well as many other skills.

Adult CANSail Programs (over 18 years)CANSail Basic Evening classes for sail Canada accredited CANSail basic sailing skills. This is an adult class for the beginner sailor or those with limited sailing experience to learn in double handed or single-handed boats.CANSail Advanced (Pre-req: CANSail Basic) Advanced sailing skills for those who have completed CANSail Basic or the tradition-al White Sail III courses. Sailors will work on refining White Sail III skills in heavier winds, work on boat handling, and will be introduced to the concepts of right away and reading the wind and waves among other skills.

group Sailing ExperiencesWe can design a sailing experience tailored to your group, whether it be a school PE program or a corporate outing. Sailing is a great way to experience the outdoors as well as to learn cooperation and teamwork. Email [email protected] or call Candy Daily @ 250-857-2823 to inquire.

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* CFSA will be CLoSED on BC Day. Classes will start Tuesday August 4. Pro-rated price for the WET FEET, oPTiC BASiC and CANSAiL Basic *.

CFSA 2015 Dinghy Sailing Programme - Schedule and Prices

DND member/ non DND price memberDate

June 2-25Tues & Thurs evenings

$300 / $330

June 29 - July 3 $230/ $270

$230 / $270

$240 / $280

June 30 - July 23Tues & Thurs evenings

$300 / $330

July 6 -10 $230/ $270

$230 / $270

$240 / $280

July 6 - 30Mon & Wed evenings

$300 / $330

July 13-17 $230/ $270

$230 / $270

$240 / $280

July 20-24 $230/ $270

$230/ $270

$240 / $280

July 27-31$230/ $270

$230/ $270

$230/ $270

$240 / $280

July 28 - Aug 20Tues & Thurs evenings

$300 / $330

Aug 4 - 7* $184/ $216

$184/ $216

$192/ $224

Aug 5 -26Mon & Wed evenings

$300 / $330

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Wet Feet

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Wet Feet

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DND member/ non DND price memberDate

Aug 10 -14

$230/ $270

$230 / $270

$240 / $280

$230 / $270

$240 / $280

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What to ExpectExpect to go sailing on your first day and every day, rain or shine. Daytime courses run from 8am-4pm, evening (adult courses) from 6-9pm. The weather can be varied on the water so please come prepared with a hat, sunscreen, wind breaker, change of clothes, towel, lunch and plenty of drinking water. Only close-toed shoes are allowed on the docks and in the boats. Safety helmets are required for all students under 16, unless a waiver is signed by the parent. PFD’s and helmets are supplied, but please feel free to bring your own. A Parent/Guardian must attend on the first morning to sign necessary waivers. Any ques-tions or concerns please contact our Program Manager Candy Daily at 250-857-2823.

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Golf LessonsPSP and Olympic View Golf Course are working together to bring you a summer full of fun golfing activities for kids of all ages! To register for these programs please call PSP Recreation at 250-363-1009. Or you can now register online for any PSP Program: www.pspesquimalt.ca

Little Bogey’s S.N.A.g. Classes3 – 6 YearsThese sessions are filled with fun games and elementary coaching in a safe environ-ment. Our expert coaches, fully certified SNAG instructors use the teaching tools from SNAG Golf.Location: Olympic View Golf CoursePSP Saturdays 2:00-2:45pm May 2-May 23 SS15REC3002:00-2:45pm Jun 06-Jun 27 SS15REC301 2:00-2:45pm Jul 04-Jul 25 SS15REC3022:00-2:45pm Aug 01-Aug 22 SS15REC3032:00-2:45pm Sep 05-Sep 26 SS15REC304Cost: 4 Sessions$68 Regular/$70 Ordinary/$75 Associate

Future Links at olympic view7 – 13 YearsBased on Golf Canada’s Future Links Learning Model and the GBC Academy at Olympic View’s new “Belt System” Pro-gram these lessons will give your child the best chance to become a great player!Location: Olympic View Golf CoursePSP Saturdays 3:00 pm-4:00pm May 2-May 23 SS15REC3053:00 pm-4:00pm Jun 06-Jun 27 SS15REC306 3:00 pm-4:00pm Jul 04-Jul 25 SS15REC307 3:00 pm-4:00pm Aug 01-Aug 22 SS15REC308 3:00 pm-4:00pm Sep 05-Sep 26 SS15REC309 Cost: 4 Sessions$68 Regular/$70 Ordinary/$75 Associate

Summer Junior golf Camp7 – 13 YearsThis summer come and train to play all week long at the GBC Academy These active camps are designed to help junior golfers learn to play golf effectively and within the rules of the game. Each partici-pant will be exposed to physical, mental technical, and tactical exercises all designed to increase skills as an athlete and a golfer.Location: Olympic View Golf Course

PSP Monday to Friday 9:00-12:30pm Jul 06-Jul 10 SS15REC3109:00-12:30pm Jul 13-Jul 17 SS15REC3119:00-12:30pm Jul 20-Jul 24 SS15REC3129:00-12:30pm Jul 27-Jul 31 SS15REC3139:00-12:30pm Aug 03-Aug 07 SS15REC3149:00-12:30pm Aug 10-Aug 14 SS15REC3159:00-12:30pm Aug 17-Aug 21 SS15REC3169:00-12:30pm Aug 24-Aug 28 SS15REC317Cost: 5 Sessions$108.50 Regular/$111.50 Ordinary/$119 Associate

Summer golf Camps for Teens14 – 18 YearsThis summer come and train to play all week long at the GBC Academy These active camps are designed to help junior golfers learn to play golf effectively and within the rules of the game. Each partici-pant will be exposed to physical, mental technical, and tactical exercises all designed to increase skills as an athlete and a golfer.Location: Olympic View Golf CoursePSP Monday to Friday1:00-4:30pm Jul 06-Jul 10 SS15REC3181:00-4:30pm Jul 13-Jul 17 SS15REC3191:00-4:30pm Jul 20-Jul 24 SS15REC3201:00-4:30pm Jul 27-Jul 31 SS15REC3211:00-4:30pm Aug 03-Aug 07 SS15REC3221:00-4:30pm Aug 10-Aug 14 SS15REC3231:00-4:30pm Aug 17-Aug 21 SS15REC3241:00-4:30pm Aug 24-Aug 28 SS15REC325Cost: 5 Sessions$108.50 Regular/$111.50 Ordinary/$119 Associate

get golf ReadyGet Golf Ready is designed to teach everything you’ll need to play golf in just a few lessons. PGA Canada Professionals will show you that there are lots of ways to play by combining fun, friends and fitness. Each session will focus on the vari-ous golf skills you will use while playing. In addition to learning the basics, you will be guided onto the golf course to put your skills into action in a casual, friendly setting.Location: Olympic View Golf CourseWomen’s Classes with Lori HamstraWednesdays 6:00-7:00pm May 06-Jun 3 SS15REC4046:00-7:00pm Jun 17-Jul 15 SS15REC4056:00-7:00pm Jul 29-Aug 26 SS15REC406Cost: 5 Sessions$108.50 Regular/$111.50 Ordinary/$119 Associate

Men’s ClassesThursdays 6:00-7:00pm May 07-Jun 4 SS15REC4076:00-7:00pm Jun 18-Jul 16 SS15REC4086:00-7:00pm Jul 30-Aug 26 SS15REC409Cost: 5 Sessions$108.50 Regular/ $111.50 Ordinary/ $119 Associate

Adult Mixed Players ClinicsOur Complete Players Clinics are held ev-ery Friday and cover a different topic each week. If you want to improve every aspect of your game without the heavy price of long term private coaching this clinic series is for you. Includes on-course lesson at the end of each month. Sign up for all 5 months for the discounted rate of $280.Location: Olympic View Golf CoursePSP Saturday 1:00-2:00pm May 02-May 30 (5) SS15REC4101:00-2:00pm Jun 06-Jun 27 (4) SS15REC4111:00-2:00pm Jul 04-Jul 25 (4) SS15REC412 1:00-2:00pm Aug 01-Aug 29 (5) SS15REC4131:00-2:00pm Sep 05-Sep 26 (4) SS15REC414Cost: 5 Sessions$108.50 Regular/$111.50 Ordinary/$119 AssociateCost: 4 Sessions$68 Regular/$70 Ordinary/$75 Associate


Health PromotionStrengthening the Forces offers Health Pro-motion Programs to assist Canadian Armed Forces members, their spouses, and civilian employees in taking control of their health and well-being. Maintaining a high level of health improves ones ability to perform ef-fectively and safely on CAF operations, and contributes to a higher quality of life for everyone.All Health Promotion Programs are free of charge and open to CAF members (regular and reserve), their spouses, and civilian em-ployees (Public and Non-Public). For more information on these courses or for spousal registration, contact the Health Promotion Office at 250-363-5621.

How to RegisterTo register for Health Promotion Programs that are marked * you must register through your Unit Training Coordinator. To register for all other programs, or if you are a military spouse and not a DND employee, please contact 250-363-5621 directly.

Butt out Self Help Increase your success in quitting smok-ing and sign up for Butt Out Self Help. Drop in to our clinic on Wednesdays from 9-11am or contact 250-363-5532 to book your appointment today!

*Creating an Addictions Free Workplace: Supervisor’s Training(Mite 117733) This program is designed specifically for the Canadian Armed Forces and for

personnel in leadership positions (MS and above). The course is designed to assist leaders to promote an addiction free cul-ture in their workplace. Participants learn about substance misuse, warning signs, effective interviewing skills, active listen-ing skills, enabling, and how to challenge and change unhealthy workplace cultures. (Course includes all three sessions)PSP Wed May 6-20 8:30am-noonPSP Wed July 13-27 8:30am-noon

*iNTER-CoMM: Dealing with Conflict and improving Communication in Personal Relationships Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) personnel and their family members who are interested in learning how to deal with conflict and improve communication in their personal relationships will be able to participate in a new course called INTER-COMM. Director General Alternative Dispute Resolution (DGADR), Military Family Services (MFS) and Health Promo-tion (HP) program, Strengthening the Forces (STF), have partnered in the devel-opment of this course to give individuals in the CAF community the opportunity to increase their ability to communicate more effectively. (Course includes all three sessions)PSP Wed June 3-24 8:30am-noon

*Managing Angry Moments (MAM)MAM teaches participants how to use anger constructively. It is a course intended for everyone as we all feel anger at various times. Participants gain a better under-

standing of their relationship with anger. This course is not anger management counselling and is not appropriate for individuals with severe anger management problems.PSP Tues June 16-July 7 8:30am-noon (course includes all four sessions)PSP Tues Aug 4-25 8:30am-noon (course includes all four sessions)

*Mental Fitness & Suicide Awareness for Supervisors (Mite 119531) MF&SA has replaced the ASIST course and has been designed specifically for the Canadian Armed Forces. The purpose of the program is to prepare personnel in leadership positions to promote mental fitness and to mitigate the incidence of mental health injuries including deliberate self-harm and suicide within the military community.PSP Mon June 8 8:30am-4pmPSP Mon Aug 10 8:30am-4pm

*Stress Take Charge (STC)Stress is the #1 workplace disability is-sue today and appears to be a growing problem. Stress Take Charge is a course for people who want to gain a better understanding of their stress reaction, how to increase their resiliency in stressful situations, and how to learn proven coping skills for managing their stress response more effectively.PSP Thur May 21-June 11 8:30am-noon PSP Thur July 9-30 8:30am-noon

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*Top Fuel for Top Performance The foods you eat everyday have a great effect on your mental and physical performance and on your training. The morning session looks at everyday eating and the afternoon looks at fine tuning eating, fuel for training and recovery, and body composition and sport supplements. Participation in the full day is required.PSP Mon June 15-22 8:30am-noonPSP Mon Aug 17-24 8:30am-noon

*unit Health Promotion Representative Training (uPAR)Are you interested in becoming a Unit Health Promotion Representative (UHPR)? UHPRs are required to have the permission of their CO and to take this half day training program to introduce them to the work of Health Promotion in the Formation. Join this vibrant group of Health Promoters and help create a healthy culture in the Canadian Armed Forces.PSP Mon May 11 8:30am-noonPSP Mon July 6 8:30am-noon

*Weight Wellness Throughout this program, participants share experiences with each other and learn about eating habits, physical activity and other lifestyle factors that influence our ability to maintain a healthy weight. In their own time between meetings, partici-pants keep a journal, record lifestyle activities and engage in exercises to assist in positive behaviour changes that

lead to good health, healthy weight maintenance and improved quality of life.PSP Fri July 3-24 8:30am-noon (course includes all four sessions)

The MARPAC Health & Wellness Team is a group of helping professionals who work collaboratively to address health and wellness concerns in the MARPAC community. Our primary initiative is the MARPAC Health & Wellness Strategy - an ambitious project involving over 70 people determined to create a culture of health and wellness within the defence team in five priority areas:

(1) Active Living

(2) Addictions Free Living

(3) Healthy Nutrition and Weight Wellness

(4) Organizational Wellness

(5) Social and Mental Wellness

The Strategy is a collaborative initiative that includes military, civilian and family members. Six Working Groups meet regularly to identify ways in which our community health outcomes can be positively impacted. For instance, the Healthy Nutrition and Weight Wellness Working Group conducted fleet galley surveys and the outcome has been the

rearrangement of unhealthy foods (duff) and the prominent display of fresh, cut fruits and vegetables. Healthy environ-ments greatly affect people’s food choices. When healthy foods are more readily available, their consumption increases.

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AST - Creating an Addiction Free Workplace For Supervisors (MiTE 117733)

MAM - Managing Angry Moments

iNTER CoMMS - intercommunications

MFSA - Mental Fitness and Suicide Awareness (MiTE 119531)

STC - Stress Take Charge

Top Fuel - Top Fuel for Top Performance

uHPR - unit Health Promotion Representative Training

Weight Wellness

Butt out Self Help Clinic Wed 9 - 11 am @ NAC (N88)• Increase your addiction awareness• Strengthen your commitment, identify smoking patterns, triggers and high risk situations• Improve coping skills, develop a support network• Improve physical activity and nutrition / Practice relaxation skills


Clubs

Aquarius Dive ClubNo pagers, no phones, no boss! At 90 feet it’s a different kind of pressure. After 25 years, Aquarius has grown to become the largest active dive club in the Canadian Forces. With a 24-foot custom built dive boat (the Aquarius Too), divers can take advantage of all the premiere dive sites Vancouver Island has to offer.

We offer Entry level “Basic Open Water” courses as well as “Advanced Open Water” specialties including: • Dry Suit, • Deep, • Night, • Wreck, • Enriched Air / Nitrox, • Photography, • Rescue, and • Dive Master. All courses are affordably priced and include classroom time, equipment, pool dives, ocean dives and boat dives as required.

Unrestricted by geography, you can regularly find Aquarius Dive Club on the Boeing 737 sunk in Chemainus, HMCS Cape Breton and HMCS Saskatchewan in Nanaimo, HMCS Columbia in Campbell River, or simply enjoying the abundance of sea life in Telegraph Cove. Trips to the Missile Silo in Washington and sites further afield such as Hawaii are in the planning stages now! With assets such as our own boat, compres-sor and trailer as well as a great group of divers always on the lookout of the next adventure, we make diving affordable and fun no matter what your skill levels are.

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Auto Hobby ClubAre you an auto enthusiast? Want to maintain that 1967 Mustang convertible? Whether you are an enthusiast or need

to repair the family car, the Auto Hobby Club can provide you with:• Tools and equipment for changing oil to rebuilding engines• Two floor hoists, tire changer, wheel balancing equipment, brake lathe and welding equipment, diagnostic machine• On duty custodian

• Conveniently located at WP1117Hours of operation Mon, Thu and Fri 1800–2200, Sat/Sun 0900-1700

Join the club or take a facility tour by con-tacting President, Eric Langelaar at 250-363-2837 or by email at [email protected]. For questions associated with the Auto Hobby Club facility, contact the Club Phone 250-480-0191.

Aquarius Scuba Club Tony Brooks 250-363-1126

Auto Hobby Club Phone 250-480-0191

golf Association Carl Girard 250-363-4041

Karate Club Mike Maxwell 250-363-4700

Kayak Club Harvey Chow 250-727-6957 cell: 250-5147545 [email protected]

Model Railroad Club Stuart Blackbourn 250-588-9653 Harry Stinson 250-665-7113

CFSA Sailing Club House 250-385-2646

Triathlon Club [email protected]

CFB Esquimalt Power Boat Club 250-360-0905

Work Point garden Club Sadie Quintal [email protected]

CFMETR Boat Club Jeff Manney 250-468-5029

CFB Esquimalt Motorcycle Club Barton Dennis 250-363-2778

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Canadian Forces Sailing Association (CFSA)Ready About! Want to enjoy the water on something other than a warship? Join CFSA. We offer:• Adult and junior CYA approved sailing programs • Moorages for Regular Force members• Full service and licensed Club HouseClub reciprocals with other yacht clubs around the world.• A full calendar of social activities • Club and inter-club racing• Maintenance yard with bi-weekly haul outsThe Canadian Forces sailing Association has been established in Esquimalt for over 60 years. We are located at Monroe Head on the north side of Esquimalt Harbour. Our memberships are very reasonable and CFSA is a great place to get involved with sailing, a sport that will last a lifetime. Please visit the Sailing Section of this Ac-tivity Guide for a complete list of Sailing Courses being offered. If you would like a tour or more information contact the Club Commodore, John Haggis at 250 363-5042, by email at [email protected] or visit our website at cfsa.wordpress.com.

CFB Esquimalt Power Boat Club Are you interested in power boats, fishing or just something social to be involved with family and friends? If so consider the CFB Power Boat Club. Sign up to experience the thrill of catching some delicious Salmon or try something a bit larger with Pacific Halibut. If cruising is more your style, no prob-

lem, the Gulf and San Juan Islands, scenery is second to none, which people pay thousands of dollars to visit. All just minutes from our first rate 100 berth facilities located at Work Point. If you are new to boating, no problem,

we have centuries of experience within our club members. The benefits of being a member include: • The use of the clubhouse • Mooring slips• Docking ramp• Storage compound

• Fully equipped service bays with engine hoist, power tools and a paint booth

The Club sponsors five family-oriented fishing derbies and BBQs per year, with cash prizes and other awards. There is no entry fee for the derbies and no charge for the BBQs. Serving CF members have priority for berthing and other members are placed by seniority in the club.

For further information, visit our website at www.boatclub.ca, call the clubhouse at 250-360-0905 (Thursday forenoons are the best time to call) or the club president at 250-363-5676 “Tight Lines and Happy Cruising to All.”

CFMETR Boat Club The CFMETR Boat Club is set in quiet Nanoose Bay, home to the Canadian Forces Maritime Experimental and Test Ranges. The Club is open to Canadian Forces members, DND or DOD civilians associated with CFMETR. Club members enjoy:• Safe and enjoyable boating;• Beautiful scenery; and• Affordable (limited) moorageAll dock space is currently spoken for. Members wishing to moor a vessel are now being placed on a waiting list contact President Lt(N) Richard Crowder at 250-468-5002 or by email at [email protected].

golf AssociationLooking to play a game in which you yell “fore,” shoot six, and write down five? Then the CFB Esquimalt Golf Association is the club for you! This club boasts one of CFB Esquimalt’s largest memberships with roughly 500 people! This club purchases memberships at local golf courses and then sells and administers daily greens fee passes to our members. Such benefits of this club include:• Residents and temporary personnel receive the benefits of club membership at a variety of courses, while the participating golf clubs receive our patronage and spin off business year round. • Completely member funded and non-profit.

For the 2015/2016 year, we hold 12 sum-mer and 16 winter memberships at Olym-pic View, 8 at Arbutus Ridge, 8 at Bear Mountain, 4 at Glen Meadows. We also have special price for at the following golf course Cedar Hill, Cowichan, Metchosin, Prospect Lake and Royal Oak. This club provides the opportunity for members of the defence community to play golf at a number of local courses at reduced rates. Check out our web site, at www.cfbega.ca for all the details or contact the Club President, Carl Girard, at 250-363-1807 or via email at [email protected].

Kayak ClubDo you like hanging out with seals and whales? Enjoy the benefit of living on the west coast with the CFB Esquimalt’s Pacific Fleet Kayak Club! Some of the benefits include:• Instruction in Ocean kayaking with an emphasis on safety and rescue techniques.• New members are given the club’s basic kayaking course, which is included as part of the first year membership fee. This course is conducted in two parts: the basics and rescues in the Naden Pool followed by an ocean phase in Esquimalt Harbour.• Signing out a kayak from our fleet of 20+ at any time.• The use of the scheduled NAC pool times to practice and work on their skills.Membership is IAW with the PSP policies on recreational clubs. The fees excluding tax are:

Please visit our website www.pfkc.ca or contact us at [email protected]

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MARPAC Riders / CFB Esquimalt Motorcycle ClubThe focus of the club is three-fold:• To promote the social aspect of group rid-ing we provide avenues for socializing and participating in group-ride activities, includ-ing charity ride events.• To assist in you “self-help” repairs we provide limited repair shop facilities and equipment (bike hoist, and fully kitted tool kit), including instructional classes.• To develop rider skills we provide rider Mentorship training “ride-alongs” with ex-perienced riders that: help members develop group riding skills; help members hone their riding skills in preparation for their motor-cycle skills or Class 6 road tests; or, simply enhance their everyday riding skills.For those wanting to learn to ride from scratch, we are now affiliated with “Learn to Ride” (a motorcycle training company that teaches new riders), who provide Club members with a discount on training courses. They provide the bikes; you simply provide the enthusiasm to learn. Club members are proud of the CAF, enthusiastic members of the community, and staunchly promote SAFE driving habits. We are motorcycle enthusiasts with a zest for group riding! CAF, DND, Spouse, or Dependant: Regardless of bike type - try us out! To find out more, contact Club President Bart Den-nis at [email protected].

Model Railroad ClubThe Model Railroad Club started as an N Scale (1/160) NTRAK modular layout in December 1997. Currently the NTRAK layout is 30 feet by 36 feet. These modules are continuously updated as new techniques and experiences are gained including Digital Command Control systems. The HO Scale (1/87) modular layout is also 30 feet by 36 feet featuring both Digital Command Control and Direct Current Control systems. Some modules depict a logging operation, mining operation and a locomotive servic-ing facility. Both of these layouts have been on public display and have won multiple awards as “Best Operating Layout”, “Favou-

rite Operating Layout”, and “Best Module” at train shows in Victoria and Nanaimo. Our layout at “Christmas in the Village” is the perennial favourite display at the Saan-ich Historical Artefacts Society Christmas presentation. The club actively participates each year in the Victoria Train Show, Westshore Town Centre Hobby Show, Esquimalt Bucca-neer Days, Nanaimo Regional Train Show, MARPAC Expo and West Coast Welcome.All active or retired military members, DND and other Government Department employees are welcome and invited to join the CFB Esquimalt Model RR Club. The Club currently meets every Wednes-day evening from 6-9:30pm and Satur-day mornings from 8:30am-noon in the basement of building 1031 Work Point Barracks. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/EsquimaltMRCC. For further information, please contact PO1 Stu Blackbourn at 250-363-1666, cell 250-588-9653, email [email protected] or Harry Stinson at 250-665-7113, cell 250-213-1373.

Shotokan Karate ClubKarate is a striking art using punch-ing, kicking, knee and elbow strikes, and open-handed techniques such as knife-hands. The aim of the Karate Club is to teach tra-ditional Shotokan Karate, and to foster the development of karate through seminars, tournaments, and exposure to world-class karate and other martial arts instructors. Such benefits of this karate club include:Many different training times and two dif-ferent locations;• Affordable way to learn or practice your karate skills;• A fun way to work on your cardio, flexibility, coordination, stress relief, and quicken your reflexes while training in a safe and supervised environment.Training is conducted at the Naden Athletic Centre, with children’s/adult classes Mon/Wed 6:30-8pm and adults Fri 7-8:30pm. Beginners are accepted throughout the year.

Training is also conducted at the Colwood Pacific Activity Centre on Tues/Thur, with children and adults training together at 6:30-8pm. For further information, contact our Club Coordinator, Stephanie Needham 250-727-3042 or 250-391-9521 or by email at [email protected].

Tri Forces Triathlon ClubAre you up for a challenge? Do you want to get fit and have fun? If you like setting goals and seeing them through, then triathlon may be the sport for you. The club offers:• Swim practices every morning from 6-7:30am• Coached track workout every Thursday at 6pm • Elk Lake run every Sunday at 9am• Group rides every Saturday at 9amAnnual membership is $35 for military

members, $35 for associatesIt doesn’t matter if you are a beginner or a seasoned athlete; the club welcomes all ages and abilities. Consider coming out to a practice to see if the lifestyle of a triath-lete suits you. Contact the club president, LS Kirsten Arensen at 250-896-5929 or by email at [email protected] for more information.

Work Point garden ClubDo you have a green thumb? Want to grow your own organic food year round? Whether you are an enthusiast or wish to learn the basics, the Garden Club can provide you with:• Your own plot to work, fenced against

deer and pets• Tools and equipment for working your

plot• On-site water• Twenty-four hour access• A community of like-minded

individualsConsidering joining the club but want more information? Contact our Secretary, Sadie Quintal by email at [email protected].

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