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ACTIVITY GUIDE                                                        2 0 2 0 FA L L

     Fun for everyone,
enjoy your local community!

                                                            250.337.5190
                                                   www.blackcreek-cc.com

    B L AC K C R E E K         FITNESS                CLASSES               COMMUNITY
    community centre          AC T I V I T I E S     WO R K S H O P S         E V E N TS
Willow Point Store      Oyster River Store
                                                                  In the Willow Point       At the Oyster
                                                                   Shopping Centre           River Bridge
                                                                       923-4218               923-7733

                                                                           8:00am - 9:00pm Daily
Add a little                                                           Locally Owned and Operated
harmony to your    life
              Wednesday’s   in Black Creek
Letz Sing Letz
           in Black  Creek!
                 Sing,  it’s good Onfor
                                      going/pro
                                        you!     rated                    www.discoveryfoods.ca
www.letzsing.com                      registration
                     www.letzsing.com

    Dr. Harry Teng      Dr. Cory Seebach   Dr. Rhianna Dietrich

            Beyond Beautiful Smiles
                       250-923-4746
          2410 S. Island Hwy. Campbell River
                beyondbeautifulsmiles.ca                                Open non-instructional days too!
Black Creek
  Community Association
  (BCCA) Information
  2020 Fall
  Activity Guide
  BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  Chair & Facilities Director - Jerry Griffin
  Treasurer - Chris McPhedran
  Secretary - Ian Doe
  At Large - Andrea Sorensen
  At Large - Sayre Neufeld
  At Large - Kerry Amos

                                                              CONTENTS
  STAFF
  Executive Director - Dana Starritt
  execdirector@blackcreek-cc.com
  Finance Coordinator - Vi Ellis
  finance@blackcreek-cc.com
  Office Assistant - Nicole Schindle
  info@blackcreek-cc.com                                  04    Calendar at a Glance               ADULT
  Programmer - Kim Blackwell
  programmer@blackcreek-cc.com                            05    BCCA’s Vision and Mission           13   Core Yoga
                                                                                                         Yoga - All Levels
  Events Coordinator - Tracey Clarke                      REPORTS                                        Vinyasa Flow Yoga
  specialevents@blackcreek-cc.com
                                                          06    Executive Director’s Report              Soft and Strong Yoga
  Fall Fair Coordinator - Tanya Massa
  fallfaircoordinator@gmail.com                           07    Programmer’s Report                14    Spanish for Travellers
                                                                                                         Spanish - Intermediate
                                                                Covid Protocols
  Janitorial - Top Notch Cleaning Services                                                               to Advanced
  Maintenance - John vander Maaten                        FITNESS ROOM                                   Tai Chi
  OFFICE DETAILS
  2001 Black Creek Road
                                                          08    Program Policies
                                                                Fall Promo
                                                                                                   SENIORS
  Black Creek, BC V9J 1G5                                       Fit Pass Options                    15   Strength & Stamina
                                                                                                         Fit for Life Circuit
  Ph: 250-337-5190 Fax: 250-337-5192                            Program Punch Card Options
                                                                                                         Fit for Life
  info@blackcreek-cc.com
                                                          09    Fitness Room Information
                                                                Fitness Schedule & Fees
                                                                                                         Zumba Strength
  OFFICE HOURS
                                                                Personal Training and              WORKSHOPS
  Mon through Sat – 9am to 1pm
  Mon through Thurs – 3pm to 7pm
                                                                Orientations
                                                                                                   16    Body Rolling
                                                                                                         Yin Full Moon Yoga
                                                          PRESCHOOL
  OFFICE CLOSED                                                                                          Paint Nights
  September 7, October 12 & November 11                    10   Childminding
                                                                Parent and Peanut                  MEET OUR
  CIRCULATION AND DISTRIBUTION                                  Soccer Starz                       DIRECTORS
  The Fall program guide will not be mailed
  out. A digital copy will be available to view
                                                                Preschool Ballet
                                                                Preschool Hip Hop
                                                                                                    17   Jerry Griffin
                                                                                                         Chris McPhedran
  on our website and Facebook page.                                                                      Ian Doe
                                                          YOUTH & ADULT
  Register online!                                                                                       Andrea Sorensen
  www.blackcreek-cc.com
                                                           11   Hip Hop
                                                                Youth Soccer
                                                                                                         Sayre Neufeld
                                                                                                         Kerry Amos
  facebook.com/blackcreekcommunitycentre                        Karate
  instagram.com/blackcreekbc/                                   Line Dance                         BLAST FROM
                                                                Ukulele                            THE PAST
  GRAPHIC DESIGN
  michellegjerde@gmail.com                                 12   Metsweat
                                                                Bootcamp                           18    Fall Fair
                                                                Metcon
* We accept cash, debit, cheques,                               Total Body Workout
  Visa and MasterCard

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CALENDAR AT A GLANCE       MONDAY
                          7:45 - 8:45am
                                                TUESDAY               WEDNESDAY
                                                                       7:45 - 8:45am
                                                                                            THURSDAY               FRIDAY
                                                                                                                 7:45 - 8:45am
                                                                                                                                     SATURDAY              SUNDAY           WORKSHOPS

                                                                                                                                                                               September 26
                       Total Body Workout                           Total Body Workout                        Total Body Workout
                                                                                                                                                                            Paint Night "Coffee"
                         Oct 2 – Dec 18                               Oct 2 – Dec 18                            Oct 2 – Dec 18

                         9:00 - 11:00am       8:45 - 10:15am          9:00 - 11:00am                           9:00 - 11:00am      9:00 - 10:00am
                                                                                                                                                                                October 24
                          Childminding           Core Yoga             Childminding                             Childminding         Bootcamp
                                                                                                                                                                            Paint Night "Swan"
                         Sept 9 - Dec 18      Sept 8 - Dec 15         Sept 9 - Dec 18                          Sept 9 - Dec 18     Sept 12 - Dec 19

                         9:00 - 10:00am       9:15 - 10:15am          9:00 - 10:00am      9:15 - 10:15am       9:00 - 10:00am      10:30 - 11:45am
                                                                                                                                                                                October 30
                            MetCon           Fit for Life Circuit        MetCon              Fit for Life         MetCon           Soft & Strong Yoga
                                                                                                                                                                            Yin Full Moon Yoga
                         Sept 9 - Dec 18      Sept 15 - Dec 8         Sept 9 - Dec 18     Sept 17 - Dec 10     Sept 9 - Dec 18     Sept 12 - Dec 12

                         10:30 - 11:30am                             10:15 - 11:15am       10:30 - 11:30am     10:30am - noon                                                  November 28
                       Strength & Stamina                            Zumba Strength       Vinyasa Flow Yoga    Parent & Peanut                                                  Paint Night
                          Sept 14 - Dec 7                             Sept 16 - Dec 9      Sept 10 - Dec 10    Sept 11 - Dec 11                                                "Snowman"

                         1:00 - 2:00 pm
                                                                                                                                                                               Body Rolling
                          Line Dancing
                                                                                                                                                                                Date TBD
                         Sept 14 - Dec 7

                                                                      2:45 - 3:30pm                                                                      3:00 - 4:00pm
                                                                       Soccer Starz                                                                     Ukelele Beginners
                                                                     Sept 15 - Oct 20                                                                    Oct 4 - Nov 15

                                                                      3:30 - 4:15pm                             3:40 - 4:10pm                            4:15 - 5:15pm
                                                                    Youth Soccer (5-7)                         Preschool Ballet                         Ukelele Adv Beg
                                                                     Sept 15 - Oct 20                          Sept 25 - Nov 13                          Oct 4 - Nov 15

                                                                       4:15 - 5:15pm                            4:20 - 4:50pm
                                                                    Youth Soccer (8-12)                       Preschool Hip Hop
                                                                      Sept 15 - Oct 20                         Sept 25 - Nov 13

                                               5:30 - 7:00pm                                                    5:00 - 5:45pm
                                              Yoga - All Levels                                                    Hip Hop
                                               Sept 8 - Dec 15                                                 Sept 25 - Nov 13

                          6:00-7:00pm          6:00 - 7:00pm         6:00 – 7:00pm         6:00 - 7:30pm
                           MetSweat         Spanish for Travelers      MetSweat           Karate (12-Adult)
                         Sept 9 - Dec 16      Sept 15 - Nov 24       Sept 9 – Dec 16      Sept 10 - Dec 10

                                               7:15 - 8:15pm          7:30 - 8:30pm
                                             Spanish Advanced             Tai Chi
                                              Sept 15 - Nov 24        Sept 9 - Dec 9

                                                                                                                                                           Register
                                                                                                                                                        early to avoid
                                                                                                                                                        disappointment!

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VISION MISSION

                          AND
                                                                OUR VISION
                                                                We are an essential part of every
                                                                community member’s day.
                                                                To do this we will:
                                                                n Be a place to go for fun and enjoyment

                                                                  within our community
                                                                n Have our membership take ownership

                                                                  of our facility and programs
                                                                n Instill a sense of community within our

                                                                  membership
                                                                n Understand and meet our community’s

                                                                  leisure and recreational needs

                                                                MISSION
                                                                STATEMENT
                                                                Our place to become your place.

         Celebrating
        36    years
              - in -
          Business

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REPORT
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

                                and treasured Programmer        position – although we are         Charitable Gaming Society
                                has found a full-time           still working out how that         for a $5000 grant so we
                                position with the school        transition will look and           can do that, as well as
                                district, which is a new        still have the fall to figure      refinish and protect the
                                challenge and a great fit       it out. You will see her less      parquet flooring in the
                                for her family. We will miss    inside the office going            main hall. We are pleased
                                her on staff but also know      forward though, as we also         to see people coming
                                she’ll still be a big part of   now have a full-time Office        out to use the fitness
                                life around the community       Administrator – Nicole             room and the programs

A
         lot has changed        centre. She’ll be training      Schindle – who is covering         as they are comfortable
         since the last         her replacement, Kim            all the front desk duties.         to return. We are open
         Activity Guide         Blackwell, who many of          Thank you as always to the         to any feedback on how
was printed! The whole          you already know. Kim           staff and Board who are            to continue to build new
world, in fact. I’m only        brings experience in            gamefully managing the             protocols so that we can
just starting to feel like my   rec programming and             ‘new normal’ all around!           keep using the facilities,
head has stopped spinning       lots of local contacts          Maxim of the day: the only         keep bringing back more
– or perhaps I’m just           and we look forward to          thing we can expect not to         programs and also ensure
starting to get used to the     having her on the staff         change, is change itself.          staff and users alike are
feeling. Not only has the                                                                          safe. Let’s hope that all
                                team! Even harder to               Speaking of which, we
world at large changed but                                                                         these new practices and
                                fathom, Vi Ellis, treasured     will also be changing the
our little world at the Black                                                                      norms will keep us open
                                Finance Coordinator             floor in the fitness room,
Creek Community Centre is                                                                          throughout this coming
                                with over 30 years of           to continue the rubber
changing significantly as                                                                          Fall.
                                service to the BCCA (!!!)       flooring throughout. Big
well. Cori Lally, long-time                                                                           It seems odd to not
                                will be retiring from her       thank you to the Valley
                                                                                                   be gearing up for the
                                                                                                   Fall Fair – it will be just
                                                                                                   one more thing to look
                                                                                                   forward to in 2021, once
                                                                                                   larger gatherings become
                                                                                                   safe again. Until then, we
                                                                                                   will continue to adjust and
                                                                                                   evolve. See you soon at
                                                                                                   the centre,
                                                                                                      In the meantime,
                                                                                                   hopefully see you soon at
                                                                                                   the centre,
                                                                                                   Dana

                                                                                                     Always be sure
                                                                                                     to check our
                                                                                                     website and
                                                                                                     Facebook page
                                                                                                     for updates!

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REPORT
PROGRAMMER

                         I
                              ’ve been employed with the         other programs here. Crazy how fast time goes!
                              Black Creek Community Centre          I am now moving on to work with the school district full
                              for about 10 years, but first      time, but I don’t think I’ll ever stop attending programs and
                         started coming to the Centre back       events here at the community centre. The staff, board and
                         in the early 80’s when my parents       participants that I’ve met over the years really are like family
                         had me registered in Pumpkin Patch      to me. I know Kim will do an excellent job and I’m excited
                         Preschool! I attended many programs     to see what new programs and workshops she will bring in.
                         throughout the years, and then did it   I thank the board and staff at the BCCA for a wonderful 10
                         all with my own kids (who are now 13    years. See you around the Centre!
                         & 15) going through Pumpkin Patch,         Cori
                         Parent & Peanut and many of the

                         I
                             'm excited to join the BCCA team!   many years of great programming & wish her the best in her
                               My family have been Black         future endeavors.
                             Creek residents for 16 years and       While continuing with the current programs I will strive to
                         have participated in yoga, fitness      find new classes and workshops to interest the current users
                         classes, workshops and children's       and to draw new people in to experience the center and all it
                         programs at the center for as many      has to offer.
                         years. Some wonderful friendships          I look forward to connecting with more of the community.
                         have been formed and it's been a        Feel free to drop me a line with any ideas you would like to
                         pleasure to get to know so many         share.
                         diverse members of our community.          Kim
                           I would like to thank Cori for the

Covid Protocols
FOR PROGRAMS                                                     FOR THE FITNESS ROOM
• Max of 15 people (+ 1 instructor) in the main hall at one      • Max of 8 people in the fitness room at one time.
  time.                                                          • Sanitizing spray bottles and cloths available for
• Whenever possible, classes will be moved outdoors.               participants at each visit.
• We ask you to enjoy your class and then head out without       • Please maintain a 2-metre distance from one another.
  unnecessary delay.                                             • Please enjoy your workout and then exit the fitness room
• There will be NO shared equipment (please bring your             without unnecessary delay.
  own wherever possible).                                        • Payment by debit or credit card is preferred, but we will
• Sign-in sheets will be maintained by instructors only.           accept cash.
• Please ONLY come to class if you are NOT required to           • Please adhere carefully to ALL the posted signage while
  self-isolate for any reason.                                     in the facility. This is how we will continue to stay safe and
• There is no access to showers at the moment.                     stay open!
• Masks are optional. If you feel more comfortable,              • Please contact us if you notice protocols are not being
  please wear one.                                                 followed by users.
• Please contact us if you or anyone in your direct circle         “Be kind, be calm and be safe”
  develops signs of Covid-19.

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PROGRAM OPTIONS
POLICIES, PASSES & PROMOS

                                                               FIT PASS OPTIONS
  BCCA                    PROGRAM
                          POLICIES
  Pro-rated refunds will be issued for medical reasons
                                                               Marion’s Fit Pass
                                                               From September thru December, have unlimited access to
                                                               Marion’s Metcon classes for a one-time fee of $220. This deal
  (with a doctor’s note) as of the notification date. Other    also includes use of the fitness room until December 31.
  requested refunds (if class minimums are met and it is
  within one week of class starting) will reflect a $5 admin   Jerry’s Fit Pass
  fee.
                                                               From September thru December, come work out with Jerry
  - Refunds will not be given if withdrawing from a work-      at his MetSweat and Bootcamp classes for a one-time fee of
    shop less than 48 hours before it is scheduled             $200. You will also have unlimited use of our fitness room
    to start.
                                                               until December 31.
  - BCCA will not be held responsible for classes missed
    due to illness, weather, power failures or other events    Madeleine’s Fit Pass
    beyond our control.
  - Program punch cards expire after each session.             Work out with Madeleine 3 mornings per week! From October
                                                               thru December, get unlimited Total Body Workout classes and
  - Punch cards are non-transferrable.
                                                               fitness room use until December 31 for a one-time fee of $160.
  - Each person using the Fitness Room
    after hours MUST have their own                            Janine’s Fit Pass
    Access Card.
                                                               You can enjoy Janine’s classes with the Calder Fit Pass. This
  - BCCA credits must be used
    or paid out within one year.
                                      Come try your            pass is good for Zumba Strength and both Fit for Life classes
                                      first class for          Tues-Thurs from September thru December and also includes
                                          FREE!!               unlimited use of the fitness room until December 31 for a
                                                               one-time fee of $180.

Fall Promo
Register for any                                               Anyone attending a fitness class is welcome to a
program by                                                     complimentary warm up/cool down in our fitness room
October 1 and be                                               for 15 minutes before/after class!
entered in to win
                                                               PROGRAM PUNCH CARD OPTIONS
a guitar!
                                                                        PROGRAM                   PUNCH CARD           COST

                                                                  All Class Punch Pass           10 punch pass         $90

                                                                     Calder Classes              10 punch pass         $80

                                                                  Nancy's Yoga Classes           5 punch pass          $55

                                                                  Nancy's Yoga Classes           10 punch pass         $110

                                                               *The All Class Punch Pass includes any fitness program with
                                                               a drop-in price of $10 (Adult fitness & Vinyasa Flow Yoga)

                                                               Punch cards are non-transferrable and only good for the
                                                               current session.

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FITNESS ROOM
INFORMATION

FITNESS ROOM ORIENTATIONS
The Black Creek Community Centre offers free fitness room
orientations upon request for new fitness room members
(for punch card and monthly membership clients only; not
available for drop-in clients). Fitness room orientations
are required for our younger clients ages 13 to 16 years -
FMI see Youth Fitness Room Access Details this page
PERSONAL TRAINING
The BCCA is very fortunate to have these two experienced
ladies offering personal training here at our fitness centre!
If you are interested in these services, please contact either
one directly at the email addresses provided below for rates
and availability. Clients accessing these services must still
purchase a BCCA fitness room drop-in, punch card or monthly        YOUTH FITNESS ROOM ACCESS DETAILS
membership.                                                        Ages 19 +     unsupervised access
                     Madeleine Ramsay is a Fitness                 Ages 16 +     unsupervised access with prior
                     Instructor and Personal Trainer with over                   orientation, …membership and waiver
                     40 years’ experience. She is a former                       signed by a guardian
                     world-class athlete, silver medalist in       Ages 13 - 15 teens ages 13 to 15 must be accompanied
                     the sport of synchronized swimming, has                     by an adult, have prior orientation and have
                     coached the sport and is still involved                     waiver signed …by a guardian.
                     as an official. mramsay888@gmail.com          Adult supervisors are limited to two youths and are
                     to book your personal training with           responsible for their behavior and correct use of
                     Madeleine.                                    equipment.
                     Marion Eberlein has been a Group              FITNESS ROOM HOURS & ACCESS
                     Fitness Leader and Personal Trainer for       Work out any day of the year between the hours of 5am and
                     many years. Her expertise shows in the        midnight with our access cards! Anyone 19+ with a current
                     variety of classes and services she offers.   fitness room monthly membership or punch card qualifies
                     Marion strives to provide clients with        for this access card with a $10 deposit. Each person using
                     knowledge, enthusiasm, skills, guid-          the fitness room after hours MUST have their own access
                     ance, support and motivation, that will       card, and are not to bring in unauthorized guests with them
                     allow them to explore their own fitness       (who have not paid, or signed the fitness room waiver). The
                     potential to enhance the quality of their     deposit on the access card can be returned anytime, however
                     life. marionebe@gmail.com to book your        fitness room punch cards and monthly memberships are
                     personal training with Marion.                non-transferable and non-refundable (unless due to medical
                                                                   reasons).
FITNESS ROOM PASSES & PUNCH CARDS
                                                                   Drop-ins for the Fitness Room must come during regular
     DROP-IN        COST                PASSES            COST     office hours Monday-Saturday 9am to 1pm and Monday-
  Adult               $5       Adult 10 Punch                      Thursday 4pm-8pm.
                               *1 year expiry              $45     Fitness room punch cards are available as well, and are
  Senior (65+)        $4                                           valid for one year from purchase date or until the 10 punches
                               Senior/Student
  Student (13-18)                                          $35     are used up (whichever comes first). Punch cards are also
                               Punch *1 year expiry
  or valid            $4                                           non-transferable and non-refundable (unless due to medical
  student card                 1 Month                     $45     reasons).  
                               2 Months                    $70
Workout while you wait!                                              Please note we can no longer link punch cards to access
                               3 Months                    $90
50% off fitness room                                                 cards. Punch cards are still available for purchase, but will
drop-ins while you             6 Months                    $150      have to be used during office hours.
wait for your child in their                               $275
                               1 Year
program or workshop.

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PRESCHOOL
FALL PROGRAMS

                              CHILDMINDING                       SOCCER STARZ
                              We are pleased to offer            You will practice dribbling, passing and shooting through
                              childminding for certain           drills and mock games in this 6-week program. Runners or
                              programs and for our fitness       cleats are recommended.
                              room clients. Childminding is      Ages 3 – 4 Instructor: TBD
                              $1 per hour, per child.            Black Creek Community Centre Field
                              Facilitator: TBD                   Tuesdays, September 15 – October 20 (6 sessions)
                              Black Creek Community Centre       2:45 pm – 3:30 pm n Early $35 Reg $40
                              Downstairs
                              Monday/Wednesday/Friday            PRESCHOOL BALLET
                              September 9 – December 18          This class playfully introduces the basic positions and
                              (42 sessions)                      movements of ballet for your toddler using music, games
                              *No session October 12 &           and creativity. Your child will gain confidence as they get
                              November 11                        comfortable learning the basic warm-up, stretching and
                              9:00 am – 11:00 am                 beginning ballet steps in a fun environment.
                                                                 Ages 3 – 5
PARENT AND PEANUT                                                Instructor Lauren Welde, Urban Dance Connection
Let’s play together! Parent and Peanut is a weekly interactive   Black Creek Community Centre
drop-in program in a friendly, supportive atmosphere for you
                                                                 Fridays, September 25 – November 13 (8 sessions)
and your small children. Sessions may include crafts, games,
                                                                 3:40 pm – 4:10 pm n Early $50 Reg $55
play stations, songs and stories.
Parent participation is requested in all areas including clean
up and supervision.                                                 Parents of dancers are asked to
Ages 0 - 5 Facilitator: TBD                                         wait outdoors. Hand sanitizer will
                                             FREE!
Black Creek Community Centre
                                                                    be provided for all the children
Fridays, September 11 – December 11                                 upon arrival and before they leave.
(14 sessions)
10:30 am – noon
                                                                 PRESCHOOL
                                                                 HIP HOP
                                                                 Preschool Hip
                                                                 Hop is a super
                                                                 fun dance class
                                                                 that includes
                                                                 lots of games
                                                                 infused with
                                                                 dance. This is a
                                                                 creative dance
                                                                 class, that will
                                                                 get all the kids
                                                                 on their toes and moving.
                                                                 Ages 3 – 5
                                                                 Instructor Lauren Welde, Urban Dance Connection
                                                                 Black Creek Community Centre
                                                                 Fridays, September 25 – November 13 (8 sessions)
                                                                 4:20 pm – 4:50 pm n Early $50 Reg $55

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YOUTH & ADULT
FALL PROGRAMS

HIP HOP                                                           LINE DANCE
This class will give you an introduction into the dance           Line dancing is great
world, from learning new Hip Hop moves to interacting in          exercise for your
fun games. An energy filled class that will make a fun and        body. It improves
confident environment for the kids.                               your memory and
Ages 6+                                                           balance and it is
                                                                  FUN! This class is
Instructor: Lauren Welde, Urban Dance Connection
                                                                  for beginners and
Black Creek Community Centre
                                                                  beyond. Please
Fridays, September 25 – November 13 (8 sessions)                  Come Dance with Us!
5:00 pm – 5:45 pm n Early $60 Reg $65
                                                                  Instructor: Lynda & Debbie
YOUTH SOCCER                                                      Black Creek Community Centre
You will practice dribbling, passing and shooting through         Mondays, September 14 – December 7 (12 sessions)
drills and scrimmages in this 6-week program. Runners or          *No session October 12
cleats are recommended.                                           1:00 pm - 2:00 pm n Early $105 Reg $110 DI $10
Instructor: TBD
                                                                  UKULELE
Black Creek Community Centre Field
                                                                  Come learn how to play the ukulele and develop your skills!
Ages 5 - 7                                                        Ruth will teach you all you need to know for playing this little
Tuesdays, September 15 – October 20 (6 sessions)                  instrument, strumming, chords, and music theory basics in
3:30 pm – 4:15 pm n Early $35 Reg $40                             a fun and encouraging environment. Singing is optional, but
Ages 8 – 12                                                       encouraged.
Tuesdays, September 15 – October 20 (6 sessions)                  Ukulele rentals are available at Long & McQuade in Courte-
4:15 pm – 5:15 pm n Early $45 Reg $50                             nay. Instructor may have a couple loaners, but no guarantee.
                                                                  Instructor: Ruth Rae
KARATE                                                            Black Creek Community Centre
This class is suitable for beginner and returning students.
Participants will improve their fitness, flexibility, coordina-   Beginners
tion, focus and body awareness. Participants will learn           Sundays, October 4 – November 15 (6 sessions)
self-defense techniques and karate techniques. Traditional        *No session October 11
Okinawan weapons will be introduced occasionally with             3:00 pm – 4:00 pm n Early $70 Reg $75
most focus on the Bo Staff.
                                                                  Advanced Beginners
Ages 13 – Adult                                                   Sundays, October 4 – November 15 (6 sessions)
Instructor: Roy Tippenhauer                                       *No session October 11
Black Creek Community Centre                                      4:15 pm – 5:15 pm n Early $70 Reg $75
Thursdays, September 10 – December 10 (14 sessions)
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm n Early $150 Reg $155
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ADULT
FALL PROGRAMS

METSWEAT                                                          METCON
Jerry will alternate between Sweat Class and MetSweat to          Metabolic Conditioning, or Metcon for short, is similar to HIIT
give you a good variety of workouts. These classes will utilize   and Insanity involving short, fast-paced interval training aimed
gym equipment, stability stations, cardio blasts and core         at increasing your metabolism and cardiovascular capacity.
work for a full body workout. All levels welcome as you go at     Metcon involves a full body workout of exercises such as push-
your own pace.                                                    ups and squats followed by shuttle runs and high knees. The
Ages 16+ n Instructor: Jerry Griffin                              combination of body resistance training with high-paced cardio
Black Creek Community Centre                                      training makes for a full cardio and weight training workout at
                                                                  high intensity, hitting every area of the body.
Mondays & Wednesdays
September 9 – December 16 (28 sessions)                           Ages 16+ n Instructor: Marion Eberlein
*No session October 12                                            Black Creek Community Centre                        WE HAVE
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm              Punch Cards available              Monday/Wednesday/Friday
DI $10                                                            September 9 – December 18 (42 sessions)
                              for most programs!                  *No session October 12 & November 11
BOOTCAMP                                                          9:00 am – 10:00 am n DI $10
This Bootcamp style class will offer a special blend of
various exercises and workouts, each one a little different
and guaranteed to start your weekend off right! All levels
                                                                    Best Deal!
welcome as you work at your own pace.
                                                                    Please see page 8 for all Fit Pass options
Ages 16+ n Instructor: Jerry Griffin
Black Creek Community Centre Indoors & Outdoors
Saturdays, September 12 – December 19 (15 sessions)               TOTAL BODY WORKOUT
9:00 am – 10:00 am n Early $120 Reg $125 DI $10                   Wake up those muscles, energize your whole body, release
                                                                  the stress, increase your metabolism to burn more calories.
                                                                  Geared to all fitness levels, as the exercises have variation
                                                                  for all abilities. Different intensities are shown for your
                                                                  fitness level weather you are just a beginner or advanced.
                                                                  Class starts with a warmup, working on your cardio,
                                                                  strength/toning, flexibility, balance, coordination, and core
                                                                  strength. Equipment used: bands, free weights, steps, and
                                                                  balls. Proper breathing, technique, form, and safety are
                                                                  emphasized throughout. The last part of the class ends with
                                                                  yoga poses and stretches.
                                                                  Ages 16+ n Instructor: Madeleine Ramsay
                                                                  Black Creek Community Centre
                                                                  Monday/Wednesday/Friday
                                                                  October 2 – December 18 (32 sessions)
                                                                  *No session October 12 & November 11
                                                                  7:45 am – 8:45 am n DI $10

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ADULT
FALL PROGRAMS

CORE YOGA                                                          VINYASA FLOW YOGA
Core Yoga blends core strengthening exercises with                 Join us Thursday mornings for a beautiful Vinyasa Flow class.
traditional yoga postures and breathing techniques. We will        Moving through sun salutations, this core strengthening
learn how to ground to the earth, feeling and using our inner      class will warm you up from the inside out. A perfect class for
thighs, pelvic floor, sacral alignment, rib cage and shoulder      those wishing to learn the foundations of yoga as we grow
blades to build core stabilization that enhances strength in
                                                                   and flow together. Kristi will infuse her class with Aroma-
our bodies and supports a healthy spine. Connecting to your
core is much more than physical exercise. Our core is what         therapy, sacred sound, Wild Women wisdom, and ancient
supports us spiritually in our lives as well as physically in      Sanskrit words adding in health & wellness tips as we flow
our yoga practice. If our core is weak, the ups and downs of       through our Asanas and move through the seasons.
life are much harder to take. A strong core makes us more          Ages 16+ n Instructor: Kristi Walker, Kristi Walker Wellness
resilient as we tap into our personal power!
If we're weak in the core, our digestive fire is weak. Core        Black Creek Community Centre
work and Pranayama (breathing exercises) lifts the slug-           Thursdays, September 10 – December 10 (14 sessions)
gishness of the belly, quickens the blood and gets oxygen          10:30 am – 11:30 am n Early $115 Reg $120 DI $10
moving throughout the body increasing metabolism, clearing
the mind and calming the nerves. Modifications are given to        SOFT & STRONG YOGA
those new to yoga or those working with muscle tension or          A hatha/flow based class for beginner-to-moderate students.
injuries. Start your day feeling strong, centered, energized,      We will work on lengthening the muscles and build stamina
and focused!                                                       and strength based on each student’s own abilities. This
Ages 16+ n Instructor: Nancy Moelaert                              class will provide instruction for correct alignment, breathe
Black Creek Community Centre                                       and posture intention, allowing the student to get to know
Tuesdays, September 8 – December 15 (15 sessions)                  their body strengths and areas that need attention. Each
8:45 am – 10:15 am n Early $150 Reg $155 DI $12                    class will build on the next, allowing a slow progression for
                                                                   each student.
YOGA – ALL LEVELS                                                  Ages 16+ n Instructor: Laurie Beldam
The true meaning of yoga is Union; unity of the Body, Mind         Black Creek Community Centre
and the Spirit of Breath. Kripalu yoga is an internally focused,
meditative practice of performing physical postures with           Saturdays, September 12 – December 12 (14 sessions)
awareness on the breath and sensations in the body.                10:30 am – 11:45 am n Early $140 Reg $145 DI $12
Learn the fundamentals of a safe yoga practice: postures,
alignment, breathing techniques and relaxation. This all
levels class includes varieties to compassionately challenge
ourselves and also includes varieties to accommodate less
strength or flexibility.
Ages 16+
Instructor: Nancy Moelaert
Black Creek Community Centre
Tuesdays, September 8 – December 15 (15 sessions)
5:30 pm – 7:00 pm n Early $150 Reg $155 DI $12

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ADULT
FALL PROGRAMS

SPANISH FOR TRAVELERS                                              TAI CHI
Beginners to Intermediate                                          This slow and gentle form of movement techniques helps
Are you looking to learn Spanish or develop your Spanish           to release the stress and tension in muscles. The practice
conversational skills? In this beginner-to-intermediate class,     of Tai Chi is also beneficial for stimulating circulation and
your instructor, a native Spanish speaker, will teach you proper   improving balance, muscle tone and flexibility. This class will
Spanish pronunciation, development of Spanish reading and          accommodate all levels of participants, allowing beginners
writing skills, as well as introduction to Spanish dialogue. You   to see the next stage, while advanced participants can
will receive weekly homework. Come join the fiesta!                focus on refining your basics as well as progressing to new
Instructor: Spanish Tutor & More                                   territory.
Black Creek Community Centre Downstairs                            Ages 16+ n Instructor: Albert Balbon
Tuesdays, September 15 – November 24 (11 sessions)                 Black Creek Community Centre
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm                                                  Wednesdays, September 9 – December 9 (13 sessions)
Early $150 Reg $155 DI $15                                         *No session November 11
                                                                   7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
  Zoom Classes are an option for those not comfortable             Early $100 Reg $105 DI $9
  in a classroom setting

SPANISH - INTERMEDIATE TO ADVANCED
Are you looking to brush up on and expand your Spanish
conversational skill set? Your instructor, a native Spanish
speaker, will work on Spanish fluency, further development
of your grammar, reading and writing skills, Spanish com-
prehension, as well as intermediate-to-advanced Spanish               250•218•6353
dialogue. You will receive weekly homework. Come join the
Fiesta! A follow up to our Spanish For Travellers Course.            comoxwater@gmail.com
Instructor: Spanish Tutor & More                                     FRIENDLY, RELIABLE SERVICE
Black Creek Community Centre Downstairs
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Tuesdays, September 15 – November 24 (11 sessions)                   • SPRAY BAR • FILL HOT TUBS, POOLS, WELLS & CISTERNS
7:15 pm – 8:15 pm                                                    • VARIOUS LOAD SIZES • BCWWA MEMBER • VIHA APPROVED

Early $150 Reg $155 DI $15

                                                                                        Spaces are limited in
                                                                                        all classes. Be sure to
                                                                                        register early to avoid
                                                                                        disappointment!

                                                                                      WE NOW HAVE

  Sun-Thu: 6am-8pm • Fri-Sat: 6am-9pm

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SENIOR
FALL PROGRAMS

STRENGTH & STAMINA                                                 ZUMBA STRENGTH
If you would like to work on building your core strength           This class will be a combination of Zumba and strengthen-
while improving your balance, this is the class for you. One       ing. Zumba Strength creates toning by combining targeted
hour of low impact exercises using weights, bands and other        body sculpting strength training exercises with Latin-
equipment. At this time, there will be no lunch included in        infused Zumba moves. Students learn how to use their core
this program, but please feel free to bring your lunch to eat      muscles to tone all their target zones, including arms, abs,
with the participants after class while you play board games       glutes and thighs. Our participants will provide
and perhaps even participate in the Line Dance class at 1pm!       a full body workout while having fun.
Instructor: Janine Calder                                          Instructor: Janine Calder
Black Creek Community Centre                                       Black Creek Community Centre
Mondays, September 14 – December 7 (12 sessions)                   Wednesdays, September 16 – December 9 (12 sessions)
*No session October 12                                             *No session November 11
10:30 am – 11:30 am                                                10:15 am – 11:15 am
Early $90 Reg $95 DI $9                                            Early $90 Reg $95 DI $9

FIT FOR LIFE CIRCUIT
Get a great workout, circuit style. No running or jumping in
this fun total body workout that combines strength, cardio,         Punch Cards available for most classes!
core and flexibility training using Interval stations and the
variety of equipment available in the Fitness Room. Maximize
your independence, reduce health problems and improve
your sense of wellbeing. A great place to kickstart your fitness
routine, suitable for all fitness levels.
Instructor: Janine Calder n BCCA Fitness Room
Tuesdays, September 15 – December 8 (13 sessions)
9:15 am – 10:15 am
Early $95 Reg $100 DI $9

FIT FOR LIFE
This one-hour morning workout is fun and simple. There is
no running or jumping involved, but there will be a lot of op-
portunity to improve your sense of well-being, maximize your
independence and reduce health problems. The focus will
be on using exercise to improve balance, strength, flexibility,
agility and energy level. This is a gentle class that will use
bands, Swiss balls and free weights. You may even get to try
some Cardio Drumming! All ages, shapes, sizes, abilities and
fitness levels are welcome.
Instructor: Janine Calder
Black Creek Community Centre
Thursdays, September 17 – December 10 (13 sessions)
9:15 am – 10:15 am
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WORKSHOPS
FALL PROGRAMS
BODY ROLLING                                           PAINT NIGHTS
Body Rolling heals body problems at the same           Create a masterpiece in
time that it helps you get in shape. We use            these fall/winter inspired
Yamuna 4”-10” balls to apply pressure, lengthen        introductory painting
muscles, decompress bones, joints, and nerves to       workshops. Beginner’s
restore function. There is a series of routines that   welcome, instructor
use these balls to build core strength and stretch     assistance as needed.
entire length of muscles while freeing restrictions    All materials included.
in all parts of the body, increasing blood flow,       Instructor:
and promoting healing. Body Rolling empowers           Connie Schaad
people to tone, strengthen, and realign their own      Black Creek
bodies to prevent and fix all sorts of body issues
                                                       Community Centre
and discomfort. For a full description of this
workshop, please see our website or Facebook           Coffee/Tea
event page. Space is limited and please indicate       Saturday, September 26
at the time of registration if you have your own       6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Yamuna balls.                                          $40
Instructor: Nancy Moelaert                             Swan
Black Creek Community Centre                           Saturday, October 24
This workshop will take place in October.              6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Please watch our website and Facebook page             $45
for dates and times!
                                                       Snowman
$40
                                                       Saturday, November 28
                                                       6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
YIN FULL MOON YOGA                                     $50
This is a seated class with no physical effort,
just your awesome presence. Yin is gentle but
a powerful yoga style. It works on your deep
connective tissues, aiding in bone and ligament
health, with a mindfulness meditation. Let the
power of the full moon guide you through this
practice. If you have any question you can reach
the instructor at hellolaurieb@hotmail.com
Instructor: Laurie Beldam
Black Creek Community Centre
Friday, October 30
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
$15

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MEET OUR
       BOARD OF DIRECTORS

                           Jerry Griffin                                           Ian Doe - Secretary
                           Chair & Facilities                                       Born and raised in Windsor, Ontario, Ian moved to
                           Director                                                 Vancouver Island in 1971 and left for the Okanagan
                           Jerry has served 8+ busy                                 in 1973. He trained as a ferrier operating Okanagan
                           years on the Board.                                      Farrier Service in Oliver, BC. In 1982 Ian moved back
                           He jumped in head                                        to the Island and operated a care facility in Merville
                           first in 2010 helping to                                 while earning a diploma in Continuing Health Care
                           implement the Access                                     Administration. In 1999 having left the health care
                           Pass system so members                                   field, Ian opened a retail car lot in Black Creek. He left
       could use the Fitness Room outside of office            that business in 2011 and moved on to Real Estate, and now is a realtor
       hours, a feature which has been enormously              at ReMax. He has been on the BCCA Board since 2011, and has organized
       popular. With his background as a gym                   the Fall Fair pancake breakfast and lunch for the past 3 years. He was also
       franchise owner and in construction and                 on our Marketing committee and was instrumental in creating our new
       development, he covers all the bases in terms           logo. Ian enjoys bringing his two lovely granddaughters to special events at
       of keeping our fitness room and facilities              the centre and also attends Jerry’s fitness classes.
       in smooth working order, and he’s also a
       valuable member of our marketing commit-                                    Andrea Sorensen – At Large
       tee. Many people also know him through                                       Andrea Sorensen has been living in the Black Creek
       his hugely popular SWEAT and Bootcamp                                        area for about 15 years. Andrea and her husband,
       classes, which he teaches regularly at the                                   Jason are both very active in the community. They
       centre.                                                                      have two children, Devin and Aiden. Andrea keeps
                                                                                    busy volunteering with Comox Valley SPCA and is
                           Chris McPhedran                                          also actively involved with her children’s school. Her
                            Treasurer                                               husband, Jason is a volunteer with the Oyster River Fire
                            Growing up in the small                                 Department. Andrea loves the community she is raising
                            community of Hornby                her children in, and feels lucky to be a part of the Community Centre and all
                            Island gave me apprecia-           it has to offer.
                            tion for community and
                            the value of community                                 Sayre Neufeld – At Large
                            organizations in bringing                               Sayre was born and raised in Black Creek. Still living
                            people together. When                                   in Black Creek and raising a family of his own, he is
       it came to education, there was no better                                    very committed to his community as a Director on the
       way to rebel against my hippy parents than                                   BCCA Board, coaching the youth softball team (Black
       to become a professional accountant, which                                   Creek Bears) and participating in a local business
       I achieved in 2007. Since that time, I’ve                                    networking group. He is also the owner of a Black Creek
       married and now live with my wife and two                                    based construction company called Coast Catalyst
       children in Black Creek. Having participated                                 Construction. Sayre is adventurous, outgoing and
       in a number of activities at the community              innovative. He enjoys spending time with his family, being outdoors, fishing,
       centre, I’ve come to appreciate the fabulous            sports, taking risks and volunteering. Though he has attained a Bachelor of
       staff and BCCA facilities as a resource for the         Science in Biochemistry and Microbiology, his passion is construction and
       surrounding communities which I believe is              helping build community.
       an important part of us all getting through
       and flourishing during these curious times.
                                                                                   Kerry Amos – At Large
                                                                                   Originally from Vancouver, Kerry moved to Black Creek

T hankyou!                                                                         in 1994. She is a local business owner of The Curious
                                                                                   Cat Gifts on 5th Street in Courtenay. Kerry joined the
                                                                                   BCCA Board in 2019 as a "Pop-Up Events Coordinator"
       We can’t thank our Board of                                                 to expand on Social functions and to assist the BCCA
       Directors enough for all they do                                            with future programs and goals.
       behind the scenes!

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