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Courtenay Recreation
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Intro to Sea Kayaking
If you have never tried kayaking
(or haven’t been out paddling
in a while) and are interested in
exploring the beautiful Courte-
nay River Estuary from a whole
new vantage point, this is a great
course for you! Join us on the wa-
ter to learn about kayaks, equip-
ment, and paddling skills with a
certified instructor.
Instructor: CV Kayaks
#38397 Friday July 10
#38398 Monday August 10
1:00 - 4:00 pm
Meet at CV Kayaks
$45
Badminton
Get some exercise, meet new
players and improve your game
in this fast paced group sport!
Mondays & Thursdays
July 6 - August 13
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Lewis Centre Gym
$2.50/Drop-in
Getting to Know
Dementia
This introductory session reviews
information about Alzheimer’s
disease and other dementias,
and the challenges of receiving
a diagnosis. Learn about the
different types of support avail-
able throughout the dementia
journey, and how to begin plan-
ning for the future. People with
a diagnosis of dementia, care
partners and family members are
all invited to attend.
#37277 Wednesday August 19
6:30 - 8:30 pm
Filberg Centre
No charge, please pre-register Minds in Motion
This class is designed for people
diagnosed with Alzheimer’s
disease or a related demential
and a friend, family member or
caregiver. Enjoy light exercise
followed by activies or games
and social time in a relaxed
atmosphere. Light refreshments
will be provided.
No class July 1.
#38320 Wednesdays
June 24 - August 12
1:00 - 3:00 pm
Native Sons Hall
$48/7
Special Interest
Foot Care Clinic
Our certified Foot Care Nurses
will provide you with a nursing
assessment, education on pre-
venting foot problems, general
information for proper foot care
as well as cut your toenails, file
corns and callouses, and finish
off with a luxurious massage.
• Wednesday July 15
• Wednesday August 19
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Filberg Centre
$35/ 30 minute appointment
Nordic Pole Walking
Similar to cross-country skiing
in technique, this invigorating
cardio workout uses nearly 90%
of your muscles by working both
the upper and lower body, and
burns more calories than regular
walking. Note: Poles will be pro-
vided for participants.
Instructor: Catherine Egan
Fridays
July 10 - 31
#38723 11:00 am-12:00 pm(level 1)
#38724 12:15 - 1:15 pm (level 2)
Meet at Lewis Centre
$45/4
Fall Proof Balance &
Mobility Training
Improve balance, strength, walk-
ing ability, and confidence. Track
your progress with pre and post
balance assessments. The exer-
cises are matched to your abili-
ties and are done sitting, stand-
ing and walking. Participants
must be able to walk a city block
without stopping, and without
the use of a walker or cane. A
doctor referral is required.
Instructor: Kim Hamilton
#38354 Tuesdays & Thursdays
July 21 - August 27
1:00 - 2:00 pm
Lewis Activity Room
$84/12