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CONNECTIONS Saanich Older Adult Guide
PARKS, RECREATION
SUMMER
& COMMUNITY SERVICES Effective June to September 2021
WELCOME SUMMER!
As we let more sunshine into our lives and approach The Department remains committed to create
this second summer of the pandemic, Saanich inspiring community spaces and places where
PARKS, RECREATION
Parks, Recreation and Community Services everyone belongs. & COMMUNITY SERVICES
recognizes the importance of connecting and More than ever it is important that all of us continue
maintaining our mental and physical wellbeing; to share with others what services are available
as individuals and as a community. and how we can safely connect.
And while the sun might be shining and the To assist us in ensuring this guide WELCOME
Province's vaccine roll-out continues to touch so continues to meet your needs,
many of our residents, it is still incumbent on us to please share and fill out the
respond to and adhere with the most current PHO survey at the end of this guide.
orders and restrictions. Creativity and innovation
will continue to guide how we are able to connect We look forward to connecting
with each of you and one another. throughout the summer and
into the fall.
Summer provides the opportunity to investigate
new opportunities. And while the time for all indoor Suzanne M. Samborski
activities may not yet be upon us, it is a great time Director of Parks, Recreation
to investigate opportunities to connect and be and Community Services
together outdoors, on the phone, or online.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Welcome, Director of Parks, Recreation Reserved Drop In Fitness.................................. 21
and Community Services.................................... 2 Swimming at Saanich this Summer................... 22
Safe Spaces: I belong here, staying active.......... 3 Reserved Waterfit & Swim Drop In.................... 23
Access: I belong here, feeling welcome.............. 4 Reserved Drop In Weight Room................... 24-25
Your Community Services Team: I belong here, Saanich Health Professionals and Tennis.......... 26
making connections............................................ 5
Cedar Hill Golf Course...................................... 27
Map of Saanich................................................... 6
Activities at a Glance GRID.......................... 28-29
Transportation Options........................................ 7
Saanich Parks & Trails................................. 30-31
Cedar Hill Community Recreation Centre............ 8
Cedar Hill Social Club....................................... 32
Gordon Head Community Recreation Centre...... 9
Cordova Bay 55+ Association........................... 33
G.R. Pearkes Community Recreation Centre.....10
Goward House Society..................................... 34
Saanich Commonwealth Place........................... 11
Silver Threads................................................... 35
How to Register for Saanich Activities...........12-13
Victoria Native Friendship Centre...................... 36
Free and Low Cost Programs.............................14
Special Interest Clubs....................................... 37
Outdoor Programs in Your Community...............15
Resource Listings/Frequently
In Your Community At-home, Asked Questions.......................................... 38-39
Phone and Online.........................................16-17
Passes and Memberships................................. 40
Health and Wellness Programs in Saanich
Community Centres......................................18-19 I belong here, communicating together:
Survey...........................................................41-44
Fitness at Saanich this Summer........................ 20
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HERE IS
HOW WE
SAFE SPACES: I BELONG ARE KEEPING
YOU SAFE
HERE, STAYING ACTIVE
Over the summer staff continue to plan how to welcome residents back into Saanich indoor and outdoor spaces. The safety
of residents and staff is the top priority. The number of people will be controlled and monitored to maintain physical distancing.
As such, all services, including Drop In, will be reservation only for the foreseeable future. This allows us to limit the number
of people and keep records in case contact tracing is required. You can reserve your activities online at saanich.ca/recreation
(see reservation page for more details in this guide) or by calling the centre. Saanich encourages residents to review the safety
protocols for specific activities before registering.
The recreation safety protocols were developed based on guidelines and requirements from the Provincial Health Officer,
WorkSafe BC, Island Health, BC Recreation and Parks Association, and the Lifesaving Society of BC. Safety plans are
available to the public at saanich.ca/recreation and at each facility.
Safety Protocols Implemented To Help Prevent The Spread Of Covid-19.
• Staff and patrons are not to come to the facilities or outdoor • Each program room/space has been measured to determine
programs if they have any type of cold, flu or COVID-19 safe maximum registration for a class, accommodating for
symptom. Instead they are to seek medical advice, phone physical distancing. New occupancy limits for rooms/spaces
811, or use the BC Self-Assessment tool. Patrons are and outdoor activities are based off BCRPA guidelines.
required to complete health screening upon registration. • Cleaning and disinfecting has increased in all our facilities,
• Pre-screening questions: Do you have any illness and scheduled in-between patron use. ‘High touch area’
symptoms? cleaning is performed multiple times a day.
o Fever or chills o Cough • All staff have been trained on COVID-19 safety protocols.
o Loss of taste or smell o Difficulty breathing
• Administrative procedures are in place to encourage
o Sore throat o Loss of appetite
contact-less payment, and registration by phone or online.
o Extreme fatigue o Headache
o Body aches o Nausea or vomiting • Patrons ‘reserve’ their spot in weight rooms, waterfit,
o Diarrhea swimming and other reserved ‘drop in’ types of programs
before arriving.
• Have you traveled outside Canada within the last
14 days? • Change rooms are limited to pool patrons only.
Weight room and aquatics patrons are encouraged
• Have you had close contact with a person who tested to come ready to work out or swim.
positive for COVID-19?
• Lobby furniture and select program/fitness equipment
Information changes frequently, please visit BC CDC for the has been removed from use to avoid gatherings before
most recent information. and after programs.
If you answer ‘yes’ to any of the above questions you • Any shared equipment is disinfected in-between patron uses.
will not be able to attend your activity. You can check
your symptoms at https://BC.thrive.health. • Safety Plans and guidelines are posted in each centre
and on the website.
• Hand washing or hand sanitizing is encouraged upon • Patrons are required to enter and exit the buildings
entry and exit of all centres and outdoor programs. quickly. Staff monitor the access and number of patrons
• In our facilities and outdoors, physical distancing is in the centres.
promoted through signage and floor graphics and • Washrooms are open, maximum numbers are posted.
rearranged equipment to remind patrons to remain • In our recreation services, it remains important for everyone
2 meters apart. Protective barriers have been placed in to stay home if you are sick, to wash your hands often,
front desk areas and other protective barriers or personal to keep your distance, and to disinfect high touch
protective equipment will be worn by staff when needed. surfaces often.
Mask use is mandatory in all of our facilities. All adults
must wear a medical or non-medical mask or face covering
that covers the nose and mouth. Face shields are not an
accepted substitute.
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DID YOU KNOW?
Saanich will begin
to implement a new
signage strategy over
the coming years, to
aid in everyone finding
their way around our
recreation spaces!
ACCESS: I BELONG HERE,
FEELING WELCOME
Financial Assistance Older Adult
LIFE (Leisure Involvement for Everyone) is available to
low income residents in Saanich to assist them to access
Assistant Card
recreation programs and services. You can still bring an assistant with you if you require
additional support in a program. Don’t let balance, mobility,
To Qualify: or other impairments prevent you from participating! Apply
• You are a Saanich resident • 1 = $25,923 for an Older Adult Assistant Card!
• You live on a low income • 2 = $36,660
(refer to numbers on right). • 3 = $44,900 How to apply for an Older Adult Assistant Card
The following low income The adult requiring assistance applies for the card at the
• 4 = $51,846
threshold numbers will be Saanich Recreation Centre they plan to attend.
• 5 = $57,966
used per # of people in • 6 = $63,499 Fill out the application form available at any Saanich
your household • 7 = $68,587 Recreation Centre or online by visiting www.saanich.ca at
LIFE includes: Parks & Recreation, Community Services and Older Adults.
An access card with 52 drop-in admissions is valid at all Take it to the front reception desk and they will process
Greater Victoria recreation facilities. your card.
Each LIFE member will also receive a variety of discount
Requirements
coupons for Saanich recreation programs. Those that qualify
Those assisting and accompanying participants under
for LIFE who are 55 years+ will also receive:
the Older Adult Assistant Card are required to register for
An annual membership for one Saanich Older Adult Centre regular programs and reserved drop in activities just like you,
• Cedar Hill Social Club • Cordova Bay 55+ although it will still be at no cost. This is to ensure programs
(see page 32) (see page 33) and activities are within safe occupancy limitations and for
• Silver Threads at Les • Goward House contact tracing purposes. Participants and assistants must
Passmore (see Page 35) (see page 34) each have a clear health check and sign an assumption
For more information call: 250-475-5407 of risk waiver. Assistants must follow all Covid-19 safety
protocols, however, where physical distancing of 2-3 metres
Where to Apply: cannot be maintained to provide adequate support, masks,
Visit any one of our four Saanich Recreation Centres hand washing/sanitizing, and/or other facility approved safety
(see pages 8 to 11) measures must be followed.
What to Bring: Reserved drop in fitness - Assistants can attend
Proof of current Saanich residency (a utility bill within for free but must be within arm’s reach.
the past 3 months or a signed rental agreement).
Weight room - Assistants must stay with you
Notices of Assessment for each applying adult to help you on and off the machines.
(18 years and older) dated within the past two years.
Registered programs requiring supplies - Assistants must
Every family member who needs an access card will pay for the course and supplies if they wish to participate.
have their photo taken for their access card.
For more information contact:
Mena Westhaver at 250-475-5407
4 CEDAR HILL COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTRE 250-475-7121 | GORDON HEAD COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTRE 250-475-7100
YOUR COMMUNITY SERVICES TEAM
Connect with us about Older
Adult programs, strategies and
Cedar Hill Social Club,
interests! We have a team working Volunteering, Strategy,
on all age's programs and Gardening, Croquet,
opportunities in your community! Bird Watching, Easy & Gentle
LIFE Walks, Outreach, Community
Low Income Partnerships, Feedback, Social
financial Cooking, Intergenerational,
assistance Leadership Fitness, Wellness.
Community Services
Financial Senior Manager Older Adults
Cristina.Caravaca@saanich.ca • Programs • Connection
Assistance • Strategy • Opportunities
Community 250-475-5407 250-475-5708
Arts Circles Mena.Westhaver@saanich.ca Alison.Chamberlain@saanich.ca
Partnerships with
Connection Saanich's
through ethno-cultural groups,
Creativity fostering increased
understanding of
diverse cultures
Arts & Culture I belong here, Diversity across Saanich.
250-475-5557
Brenda.Weatherston@saanich.ca
making connections. & Equity
250-475-5427
Jason.Jones@saanich.ca
Inclusion & Community
Accessibility Events
Community
Events
250-475-5473
saanich.ca
Community Alyssa.Staples@saanich.ca Youth 250-475-5558
Rob.Phillips@saanich.ca
Accessibility Services
Regan.Pemberton@saanich.ca
G. R. PEARKES COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTRE 250-475-5400 | SAANICH COMMONWEALTH PLACE 250-475-7600 5
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TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS
Helping you get to your activity
BC Transit Route Information BC Bus Pass Program handyDART & Seniors
www.bctransit.com/victoria Call: 1-866-866-0800 65+ Fares
Phone: 250-382-6161 Email: BCBusPassProgram@gov.bc.ca Passenger...............................$2.50
Email: transitinfo@bctransit.com People with diverse abilities can receive Must be registered with
a bus pass as part of their disability valid handyPASS
BC Transit Community Travel assistance. Low-income seniors and
Training – FREE other eligible people can access the
Friend......................................$2.50
Call: 250-384-7723 10 Tickets.................................$22.50
program at a reduced cost. handyDART
Email: execunet@telus.net
is not included in this program. handyDart Attendant................Free
Trainers will come to you and help
Must notify handyDART
develop an individualized plan focusing handyDART
ahead of time
on your travel needs. You will get Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm
practical experience in selecting a Phone: 250-727-7811 Seniors Day Pass ...................$5
route, using your mobility aid, safety handyDART is a door-to-door shared Seniors Monthly Pass..............$45
procedures, using the Riders schedule, transit service for people with
getting on and off the bus, and lost or permanent or temporary disabilities. Taxi Saver
disoriented procedures. handyDART picks you up at your door Call: 250-995-5618
and drops you off at your destination. Email: taxi_saver@bctransit.com
Low-Floor Buses Mobility Aid, Customers must pre-register for this For when handyDART cannot
FREE ORIENTATION program at no charge. accommodate a customer’s travel
If you would like to learn how to board
Two types of accessible transit request. You must be a permanent
the low-floor bus with your wheelchair,
service are offered: shared handyDART customer and have a
walker or scooter BC Transit can help.
door-to-door handyDART service handyPASS. They provide a 50%
They will bring a bus to the accessible
and fixed-route service. subsidy towards the cost of taxi rides.
bus stop nearest to your home so that
you can practice free of charge! Saanich Volunteer Services
Call BC Transit Safety and Training 1445 Ocean View Road
at 250-384-7723 to arrange a session. Call: 250-595-8008
Supported Transportation Volunteers can
provide rides to medical appointments.
Call for details. Volunteers can also
grocery shop on your behalf.
G. R. PEARKES COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTRE 250-475-5400 | SAANICH COMMONWEALTH PLACE 250-475-7600 7
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COMMONWEALTH PLACE
Building Amenities: Pool Amenities: Weight Room Features
• GVPL Bruce Hutchison library • Competition pool; 25 metres • Fully wheelchair accessible
• Café (currently closed) • Dive tank • Treadmills
• Proshop featuring swimsuits, pool • Wave pool (waves are off) • Upright bikes
accessories • Aquatic wheelchairs on deck • Recumbent bikes
• Dance studio, multipurpose rooms, • Accessible change rooms with • Keiser spin bikes
youth centre showers and lockers • Elliptical trainers
• Full size gymnasium • Accessible overhead lift with sling • Indoor rowing ergometers
• Free parking providing access to tot pool, hot tub, • Step Masters
• Covered entrance teach pool, dive tank and competition • NuSteps
• Designated handyDART loading zone pool • Full range of free weight equipment
• Elevator to lower floor and weight room • Shallow tot pool (not available and machines
• Accessible washrooms and change at this time) • Stretching area with mats, balls
rooms • Steam room, sauna, hot tub • Saanich Health Professionals (see
(not available at this time) page 26 in this guide)
• Waterslide (currently closed)
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Phone Us Visit the centre in person
Cedar Hill Recreation Centre Cedar Hill Recreation Centre
Phone: 250-475-7121 3220 Cedar Hill Road
Gordon Head Recreation Centre Gordon Head Recreation Centre
Phone: 250-475-7100 4100 Lambrick Park Way
G.R. Pearkes Recreation Centre G.R. Pearkes Recreation Centre
Phone: 250-475-5400 3100 Tillicum Road
Saanich Commonwealth Place Saanich Commonwealth Place
Phone: 250-470-7600 4636 Elk Lake Drive
Have you visited us at our
Welcome Desks Yet?
At the entrance to Cedar Hill
Community Recreation Centre and
Saanich Commonwealth Place we
have friendly Volunteers and Staff
scattered throughout the day to
welcome you to our centres.
They can also assist you! You can ask
about where things are in located in
the centre, or about Saanich online
bookings, program information or any
other question. If they don't know they
will help you find out. We are excited to
have welcoming spaces!
12 CEDAR HILL COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTRE 250-475-7121 | GORDON HEAD COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTRE 250-475-7100HOW TO REGISTER
For Saanich Activities
Online
VISIT
saanich.ca/recreation On this page there is information and
If you would like help online call us at options for all of your recreation needs.
You can find programs to participate in by
Recreation Administration, 250-475-5422
selecting the Register Online circle and you can
register for reserved drop in activities by selecting
them in the chart (see steps below).
PROGRAMS
Select the register online circle bringing you to
a page with a, "how to" video, and a search bar
to look for programs. You can enter key words or
search by using the when, where, who (age range)
or activities (categories).
Select the program of interest title if you
would like to read more, and enroll now if it meets
your needs. Sign in and complete registration and
purchase.
RESERVED DROP IN
Reserved drop in activities can be reserved as
If you need help of 8 am seven calendar days in advance. Go to
saanich.ca/recreation. In the grid activities are
signing in, creating
listed by centre and type. Select, "Reserve Now",
an account, setting up and then select a reserve -able time, add to cart
an account, reserving and then sign in. If this activity is full, return to the
or registering grid and try again with a different time.
call us at
250-475-5422!
For Other Programs by community partners or organizations?
Due to the changing nature of PHO orders we suggest giving activity providers a call when you know
what you are interested in, they will then be able to help you with the most current activities allowed at the time.
G. R. PEARKES COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTRE 250-475-5400 | SAANICH COMMONWEALTH PLACE 250-475-7600 13FREE AND LOW COST PROGRAMS
CHSC CHAIR FITNESS FUN (55+) WALKERS WITH WALKERS
Join our Social 55+ 1 hour chair fitness class that will be Bring your walker or walking poles and enjoy a safe, friendly
more fun than fitness! Move around in your chair or choose to walk outdoors with a recreation therapist and certified fitness
stand. This class will be held indoor or outdoor depending on instructor Anne Casey. Focusing on proper posture, balance
Provincial Health Orders. Rain or shine, there will be a tent for and breathing we will do a loop or two as a group and stop for
shade outdoors and a sanitizing station. a stretch or exercise along the way. The path is concrete with
Check status as you register. some areas of packed gravel. When allowed we will enjoy social
CEDAR HILL COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTRE time following our walk. Caregivers and partners welcome to
JoAnn Gillespie attend as assistants at no cost but must register.
57331 Tue Jul 6 1:30-3:30pm $3 CEDAR HILL RECREATION CENTRE
57332 Tue Jul 13 1:30-3:30pm $3 56483 Mon May 31-Jun 21 11:30am-12:30pm 4/$20
57333 Tue Jul 20 1:30-3:30pm $3 59251 Mon Jun 28-Jul 26 11:30am-12:30pm 5/$25
57334 Tue Jul 27 1:30-3:30pm $3
57335 Tue Aug 3 1:30-3:30pm $3
57336 Tue Aug 10 1:30-3:30pm $3
57337 Tue Aug 17 1:30-3:30pm $3
57338 Tue Aug 24 1:30-3:30pm $3 Registration
57339 Tue Aug 31 1:30-3:30pm $3 Required.
To Register Call 250-475-5427
or email jason.jones@saanich.ca
FREE GUIDED WALKS
EASY WALKS 55+ GENTLE WALK & TALK 55+ SUNDAY HIKES
Meet new friends while enjoying Enjoy fresh air, beautiful scenery, Discover the beauty of Saanich parks
easy-paced, 1 hour group friendly chats and gentle and nature in your backyard. Guided
social walks. Interesting circular exercise as we take different walks walks are open to adults of all ages.
routes follow pavement and well through Saanich parks and trails. Please wear sturdy footwear and
groomed trails. No steep hills. Walks follow mainly chip or gravel bring drinking water. Walks go rain or
Please wear solid, supportive trails but may have some steep shine. Leashed, well-socialized dogs
shoes. Sorry, no dogs on these sections. are welcome.
walks. MONDAYS, TUESDAYS AND SUNDAYS 1-3PM
MONDAYS 1:30-2:30PM THURSDAYS 9:30-11AM Penny Stevens
Penny Stevens John Henigman, Penny Stevens, Elly LOCATIONS EXAMPLES: Royal Oak
LOCATIONS EXAMPLES: Crawford & Dianne Murray and Reservoirs, Braefoot/Cedar Hill.
Marigold Park/South Valley, LOCATIONS EXAMPLES: Lower trails
Layritz Loop, Montague Park/ of Mt. Douglas, Bowker Creek,
Arbutus. Interurban Rail Trail.
14 CEDAR HILL COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTRE 250-475-7121 | GORDON HEAD COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTRE 250-475-7100Many outdoor reserved
drop in activities are
running at recreation
centres this summer!
See page 12 & 13 for
how to see them
online or how to
contact the centres
to find out more!
OUTDOOR PROGRAMS
IN YOUR COMMUNITY
WALK SMART, GET STRONG OUTDOOR NORDIC POLE WALKING
Walk better, while improving your strength, posture Get moving and enjoy the scenery right here in our own
& balance. Get outside and enjoy walking in a safe and community, while enjoying a low impact way to improve
supportive group environment. All levels and abilities your balance, strength & cardiovascular fitness. Our
welcome, walking poles welcome. certified instructor will teach you the technique to get
SAANICH COMMONWEALTH PLACE started with Nordic Pole Walking! Bring your own poles,
Anne Casey walk at your own pace, all levels and abilities welcome.
56812 Mon Jul 5- Aug 30 1:30-2:30pm 8/$43 SAANICH COMMONWEALTH PLACE
ZUMBA GOLD OUTDOORS Shirley McCuaig
Designed for active older adults and people starting their 56806 Fri Jul 9-30 2-3pm 4/$34
fitness journey, ZUMBA Gold combines easy-to-follow moves OUTDOOR YOGA FOR EVERY BODY
with zesty Latin and international rhythms to create an This outdoor full body revitalization class is designed for every
energizing and fun fitness experience that is less intense than body with a mix of challenging and gentle movements. Cultivate
regular ZUMBA. strength, stability and balance with options to meet you where
GORDON HEAD COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTRE you are and build from there. Explore breathing exercises to
Roxana Soto promote relaxation and mindfulness. Bring your own mat and
56640 Fri Aug 6-27 10:45-11:45am 4/$42 wear warm clothing.
56642 Fri Jul 9-30 10:45-11:45am 4/$42 CEDAR HILL RECREATION CENTRE
OUTDOOR DRAWING WORKSHOP 59252 Thu Jun 3-24 10:45-11:45am 4/$37
Join Natalie for an afternoon of drawing in Cedar Hill Park. 60162 Tu Jun 1-22 11:15am-12:15pm 4/$37
Draw on the beauty of nature while strengthening your skills
in pencil sketching from life. Suggested supply list online
or call for details.
CEDAR HILL RECREATION CENTRE
59265 Sun Jun 13 1-4pm $23
G. R. PEARKES COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTRE 250-475-5400 | SAANICH COMMONWEALTH PLACE 250-475-7600 15IN YOUR COMMUNITY AT-HOME,
PHONE AND ONLINE
Technology DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY
By Zoom. Contact Cordova Bay 55+
LEARN TO USE A COMPUTER, TABLET OR IPAD! Phone: 250-658-5558 or Email: office@cordovabay55plus.org
We have programs available thanks to a Government of
Canada New Horizons for Seniors grant! No tablet no Fitness!
problem, we have one you can use and a great group of
MEN/WOMEN'S FITNESS
guides to help you navigate social media, internet safety,
Zoom classes, 10/$50. Ongoing Tuesday or Thursday.
online recreation and wellness and have some fun with
Contact Cordova Bay 55+ at 250-658-5558
others! This is a partnership program between The District
or email: cb55@shawbiz.ca
of Saanich, Victoria Silver Threads, The City of Victoria,
Westshore Parks & Recreation & Island Health. YOGA
For more information or to register contact Victoria Silver Yoga classes are combined in-person and by Zoom.
Threads, 250-388-4268. Contact Goward House at 250-477-4401
or email: administration@gowardhouse.com
COMPUTER ASSISTANCE
QI GONG GUIDED MEDITATION
Reach out to Saanich Volunteer Services if you would like
some assistance over the phone at 250-595-8008 For more details contact the Victoria Native Friendship Centre
or email: contactus@saanichvolunteers.org at 250-384-3211 or email: reception@vnfc.ca
PARKINSON’S EXERCISE
ELDERS TECH TIME
Wellness classes such as Dance, fitness, Tai Chi, Singing
Hosting via Zoom. For more details contact the
group or chat and laughter are running on Zoom through
Victoria Native Friendship Centre at 250-384-3211
The Parkinson’s Wellness Project.
or email: reception@vnfc.ca
Contact Bailey@parkinsonwellnessproject.org
Support groups for persons living with Parkinson’s
Clubs/Groups or their caregivers are also available through Zoom.
BOOK CLUB WINE AND CHEESE Call 250-360-6800 for more information on support groups.
Zoom, Monthly, Volunteer led. Contact Cordova Bay 55+
CHOOSE TO MOVE (65+)
Email: sjjergens@gmail.com or jangrewar@gmail.com
Available online or over-the-phone everywhere in British
BOOK CIRCLE WITH INDIGENOUS AUTHORS Columbia. In this free program, you work with a trained activity
ON PHONE/ZOOM coach who helps you develop a plan made just for you. When
For more details contact the Victoria Native Friendship Centre it gets tough, you will have the support from your coach and a
at 250-384-3211 or email: reception@vnfc.ca group of other seniors, who, just like you, are making a choice
ZOOM BOOK CLUB for health– they are choosing to move. Active Aging Society
Contact Goward House at 250-477-4401 with Vancouver Island Y’s Health Living Program.
or by email: administration@gowardhouse.com Contact 250-386-7511 ext. 223 for more details.
ART GROUP & ART SHOW
By Zoom/Dropbox. Contact Cordova Bay 55+
Phone: 250-658-5558 or email: office@cordovabay55plus.org
16 CEDAR HILL COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTRE 250-475-7121 | GORDON HEAD COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTRE 250-475-7100Language DEMENTIA EDUCATION WORKSHOPS
A new workshop online every Wednesday afternoon and if
URBAN INDIGENOUS LANGUAGE HUB you cannot join live by computer or phone you can watch
Hosting via Zoom. For more details contact recordings that are uploaded to the Alzheimer’s website.
the Victoria Native Friendship Centre at 250-384-3211 Workshops available in English, Cantonese and Punjabi.
or email: reception@vnfc.ca Visit the Alzheimer’s Society of BC website and scroll down
ITALIAN CONVERSATION until you see Webinars at https://alzheimer.ca/bc/en
Hosting through Zoom. Contact Goward House at VOICES IN MOTION CHOIR
250-477-4401 or email: administration@gowardhouse.com An intergenerational choir for adults with memory loss, their
caregivers, friends and students. The choir ear and vocal
Dementia Programs training rehearsals and concerts are over Zoom but you can
also practice your part at home everyday using the Voices in
MINDS IN MOTION
Motion YouTube channel. There is getting to know you times
This fitness and social program helps people living with any
available as well or opportunities to be involved in
form of early-stage dementia with gentle exercise and social
UVic research. Sign up online at:
activities. Each week has a 30-minute fitness video followed
https://voicesinmotionchoirs.org/register/
by 45 minutes of social activity, and is an opportunity to
or connect with them by sending an email to
connect with others living with dementia. Care partners must
info@VoicesInMotionChoirs.org. Suggested fee is $75
attend. This is free, and hosted on Microsoft Teams. It runs
however no one is left out because of financial constraints.
Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday mornings or Tuesday,
Thursday or Friday afternoons. To register, call the First Link
Dementia Helpline at 1-800-936-6033 provided by
the Alzheimer’s Society.
DEMENTIA SUPPORT GROUPS
The Alzheimer’s Societies support groups for care partners
and those living with early-stage symptoms of dementia
are currently being offered through a mixture of online and
telephone-based platforms. Call the First Link Dementia
Helpline for further details or to register at 1-800-936-6033.
Social Connection
FRIENDSHIP CALLS ON TELEPHONE
Volunteers provide telephone calls to chat with clients about
past and current events, family, hobbies, or other subjects of
mutual interest. Contact Saanich Volunteer Services Society
at 250-595-8008 or email: contactus@saanichvolunteers.org
SENIORS PEER 1 TO 1 SUPPORT PROGRAM
Many seniors are dealing with loss, life-style changes,
or loneliness. Or they have challenging decisions to make
or problems to solve. Our trained peer volunteers will provide
free non-judgmental listening, emotional support, and empathy.
Please call 250-656-5537 for more information.
FAMILY AND FRIENDS CAREGIVER SUPPORT PROGRAM
Contact Beacon Community Services 778-351-1446
for more information.
PHONE OR VIDEO CONFERENCE CONNECTION
Contact Saanich Volunteer Services Society at 250-595-8008
or email: contactus@saanichvolunteers.org
G. R. PEARKES COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTRE 250-475-5400 | SAANICH COMMONWEALTH PLACE 250-475-7600 17HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAMS
IN SAANICH COMMUNITY CENTRES
20-20-20 (50+) OSTEOFIT FOR LIFE
This fun class is the total package. It starts off with 20 minutes An ongoing program focused on fall prevention and reducing
of a combined gentle warm up and dynamic stretch, followed the risk of fractures through development of core strength,
by 20 minutes of light weight lifting using body weight and/or balance exercises and proper posture. Participants are
dumbbells to improve strength, endurance and coordination encouraged to attend at least two classes per week for
before finishing off with 20 minutes of deep therapeutic stretch best results.
to release muscle tension, improve flexibility and reduce stress. SAANICH COMMONWEALTH PLACE
SAANICH COMMONWEALTH PLACE Shirley McCuaig
Rosalie Russo 56803 Mon Jul 5-26 2-3pm 4/$34
56797 Tue Jul 6-27 12:15-1:15pm 5/$43 56804 Wed Jul 7-28 2-3pm 4/$34
56871 Tue Aug 3-31 12:15-1:15pm 5/$43 CEDAR HILL RECREATION CENTRE
Karen Bennett
STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING (60+)
57262 Mon Jul 5-26 9-10am 4/$34
This class offers a variety of strength exercises and functional
57264 Fri Jul 2-30 10-11am 5/$43
movement patterns specially designed for active individuals.
57265 Mon Aug 9-30 9-10am 4/$34
Sessions incorporate balls, bands, weighted bars and various
57267 Fri Aug 6-Sep 3 10-11am 5/$43
weight room equipment.
Deborah Ward
SAANICH COMMONWEALTH PLACE
57263 Wed Jul 7-28 9-10am 4/$34
Sarah Darnell
57266 Wed Aug 4-Sep 1 9-10am 5/$43
57507 Tue Jul 6-27 2:15-3:15pm 4/$31
PILATES CONDITIONING - BACK TO BASICS AND BEYOND
BALANCE AND STRENGTH
Perfect cross-training choice for all levels. A unique exercise
Strength based exercises on and around the chair to help
designed to condition the entire body through focus of
improve your balance, coordination and stability so you can
alignment, core strength, breath and flowing movement which
enjoy your regular activities without fear of falling or injury
allows you to move with greater efficiency and form.
SAANICH COMMONWEALTH PLACE SAANICH COMMONWEALTH PLACE
Kathleen Baker Phyllis Musseau
56798 Mon Jul 5-26 2:45-3:30pm 4/$34 56807 Tue Jul 6-27 6-6:50pm 4/$41
GENTLE FIT (55+) STRENGTH & STRETCH (50+)
Suitable for those starting an exercise routine, exercising Stretching, strengthening and core stability using hand
regularly at a moderate level or recovering from various weights, stability balls, tubing, balance boards and bodybars.
movement restrictions owing to recent operations, stroke or This class is designed for the already active 50+ participant
illness. Gentle Fit offers the option of exercising while seated. who can get up and down to the floor safely.
CEDAR HILL COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTRE SAANICH COMMONWEALTH PLACE
Kay Inamura Pat Rhodes
57260 Tue Jul 6-27 11:30am-12:25pm 4/$32 56808 Wed Jul 7-Sep 1 12pm-1pm 9/$77
57258 Fri Jul 2-30 11:30am-12:25pm 5/$40 Pam Glover
57261 Tue Aug 3-31 11:30am-12:25pm 5/$40 56809 Mon Jul 5-Aug 30 12pm-1pm 8/$68
57259 Fri Aug 6-Sep 3 11:30am-12:25pm 5/$40 Wanda Hanna
56810 Fri Jul 9-Sep 3 12pm-1pm 9/$77
18 CEDAR HILL COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTRE 250-475-7121 | GORDON HEAD COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTRE 250-475-7100YOGA - STRENGTH AND EASE POTTERY - OPEN STUDIO
Create a strong practice that builds subtlety over force. Enjoy registered Open Studio time in the state-of-the-art
This all-levels class offers modifications to intelligently activate Pottery Studio at the Arts Centre at Cedar Hill. You will have
your alignment, making your poses efficient and effective. full access to all studio equipment, tools, and our incredible
Yogis will focus on breath, asana, and meditation to support selection of glazes. Your time in the studio is yours for the
a lifelong practice. duration of the session, and you will share the room with
SAANICH COMMONWEALTH PLACE 7 other people in order to maintain all physical distancing
Kelly Urquhart measures and give everyone lots of space to create. There
56870 Tue Jul 6-Aug 10 8:45-10am 6/$70 is an opportunity for registered artists to enjoy additional
weekly studio 'Flex' time on weekends through a Reserved
NULINE DANCING – LEVEL 2 Drop In system. All new participants are expected to attend an
For those who have completed 1 year of the Beginner course orientation. Pre-requisite: 2 previous classes in our studio or
and are ready to learn some exciting new dances with more elsewhere. Maximum one Open Studio Block per participant.
difficult moves. Studio closed Jul 1 & Aug 2
GORDON HEAD COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTRE
Joe Archer POTTERY OPEN STUDIO A
57540 Wed Jul 7-Sep 1 7:30-9pm 9/$81 56570 Mon Jun 28-Aug 26 4:30-6:30pm 9/$108
57525 Thurs Jul -Aug 26 7:30-9pm 8/$72 POTTERY OPEN STUDIO B
56572 Tu Jun 29-Aug 31 4:30-6:30pm 10/$120
PAINTING – ACRYLICS RETREAT POTTERY OPEN STUDIO C
Enjoy an all-inclusive introduction to acrylic painting in a 56571 Wed Jun 30-Sep 1 7-9pm 10/$120
relaxed social setting. Easy and fun projects will explore acrylic POTTERY OPEN STUDIO D
brushwork, colour mixing, texture and collage. No experience 56573 Thur Jul 8-Sep 2 7-9pm 9/$108
necessary. All supplies included!
ART - OPEN STUDIO
CEDAR HILL COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTRE
Dixie MacUisdin Enjoy registered Open Studio time in the beautiful Painting
57327 M-F Aug 9-13 9:30am-12pm $120 Studio at the Arts Centre at Cedar Hill. You will have full access
to easels, tables, various tools, drying racks and storage for
PAINTING – CONTEMPORARY PORTRAITURE your materials and canvases. There is also an opportunity
Explore portraiture in contemporary painting and its relevance for registered artists to enjoy additional studio time if needed
in a society fueled by selfies and social media. Learn to create called 'Art Flex' through a weekly Reserved Drop In system.
work that captures the personality and emotion of your subject Participants may choose multiple blocks per week if desired,
with modern painting techniques. Previous painting experience however, only one set of storage spaces will be allotted to
recommended. Supply list online. each person. All new participants are expected to attend an
CEDAR HILL COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTRE orientation prior to gaining independent access to the studio.
Mitchell Villa Orientations are scheduled on most Saturdays at 12pm.
57521 M-F Jul 26-30 1-3:30pm $94 CEDAR HILL COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTRE
7 - 9 week sessions, ranging from $84 to $108,
PAINTING – WATERCOLOUR RETREAT 8am-12pm or 12:30pm-4:30pm. For specific sessions please
Enjoy an all-inclusive week of watercolour painting in a relaxed, call Cedar Hill Recreation Centre 250-475-7121.
social setting. Sample wet-into-wet, glazing, masking, adding Notes: Studio closed the mornings of the weeks of July 19-23
ink, and a couple of surprise projects to inspire your creativity. & Aug 9-13. Studio closed the afternoons of the week of
No experience necessary. All supplies included! July 12-16.
CEDAR HILL COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTRE
MacUisdin, Dixie
57328 M-F Jul 19-23 9:30-11:30am $100
INDEPENDENT ART STUDIO TIME
POTTERY - OPEN STUDIO ORIENTATION Not enough space at home? Needing a
*REQUIRED FOR PARTICIPATION IN POTTERY OPEN STUDIO
quiet and bright creative environment?
An orientation is mandatory for new participants to gain
Make use of the beautiful Art 2 Studio at
independent access to the Pottery Studio at the Arts Centre
the Art Centre at Cedar Hill. Pick a time that
at Cedar Hill. Please register in a Pottery Open Studio Block
(A-D) before registering for an orientation to ensure you have works for you in the evenings from 5-8pm,
a spot. This orientation is only for registered participants who or on weekend mornings or afternoons.
are using the studio independently for the first time since Only $9/3hour block! Look for Art Evening/Weekend Flex online
September 2020. If the offered orientation times do not work for to book your spot today. Note: New users must attend a Studio
you, please contact Renee Sala at renee.sala@saanich.ca Orientation prior to gaining independent access to the studio.
or 250-475-7626 to make a different arrangement. Call Renee at 250-475-7626 for details
56575 Sat Jun 26 1-2pm $5 or to book your orientation
56576 Sun Jun 27 1-2pm $5
G. R. PEARKES COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTRE 250-475-5400 | SAANICH COMMONWEALTH PLACE 250-475-7600 19FITNESS AT SAANICH THIS SUMMER
Saanich Recreation Centres are excitedly
offering a lot of registered drop in and
outdoor fitness opportunities!
Please see page 12 & 13 for ways to find
these opportunities online or to call us!
We are excited about what is offered!
FITNESS GUIDELINES
• Program maximums follow BCRPA Guidelines for • Clean your hands before attending.
spacing requirements. • Limited equipment is available. Clean equipment
• This registration limits you to the time slot noted on this before and after use.
receipt – no exceptions. • Bring your own mat. Mats are not provided.
• Stay home if you are sick. If you need to assess your • Physical distancing is required.
symptoms, please call 8-1-1 or use the BC COVID-19 Use the markings on the room floor.
Self-Assessment tool.
• There are no refunds for your reserved time.
• Please come ready to exercise. Change rooms are If you are sick please contact us before your
closed. Please bring your own water bottle, water fill reserved time and we will be happy to apply
stations are available. a credit to your account.
• Arrive no more than 5 minutes prior to your class.
Line up at the designated entrance for your course,
the instructor will invite you into the room at the
appropriate commencement time.
INTENSITY LEVEL GUIDE All classes welcome participants 13yrs+. For your convenience we have listed the intensity level beside
the class. Modifications can be shown in all classes.
❤ Suitable for everyone from beginners to advanced. Emphasizes ❤ ❤ Suitable for participants ready to improve technique and increase
fun and effective workouts; challenging options given for intensity while still emphasizing proper form. Best suited for those
experienced participants. already active.
20 CEDAR HILL COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTRE 250-475-7121 | GORDON HEAD COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTRE 250-475-7100RESERVED DROP
IN FITNESS
RESERVED DROP IN FEES
ADULT 60yrs+
Single Drop In $6 Schedules
10x Pass $54 subject to
25x Pass $108
change
ADULT
Single Drop In $7
10x Pass $63
25x Pass $147
Cedar Hill Recreation Centre • Effective July 6 – September 4, 2021 • 250-475-7121
PROGRAM MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY
20-20-20 ❤ 9-10am 9-10am 9-10am
Note:
Strength & Stretch ❤ 10:30-11:30am 10:30-11:30am Please bring a
STAT HOLIDAYS: Jul 1, Aug 2. mat and water
bottle.
You can reserve your spot as of 8am, seven calendar days in advance of the time slot.
Call any Saanich Recreation Centre to reserve your spot, or reserve online at www.saanich.ca/recreation
Summer schedule is subject to changes established by COVID-19 Public Health Orders.
Confirm course times with centres when booking.
Saanich Commonwealth Place • Effective July 6 – September 4, 2021 • 250-475-7600
PROGRAM MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY
Body Sculpt ❤ 9-10am 10:30-11:30am 9-10am 10:30-11:30am 9-10am Notes:
No classes on
Susan's Total Body Fit ❤ 9-10am 9-10am 9-10am statutory holidays.
Fitness Fusion ❤ 10:30-11:30am 10:30-11:30am 10:30-11:30am
LAND FITNESS CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
20-20-20 ❤ FITNESS FUSION ❤ SUSAN'S TOTAL BODY FIT ❤
Begin with a gentle warm up and dynamic This fitness class fuses fun and easy to This low intensity, total body fitness class
stretch then transition to 20 minutes of follow moves. With a variety of equipment will combine strength, conditioning, core
aerobics and 20 minutes of strength, such as body bars, dumbbells, bands and and more to help you lose weight, build
endurance, and coordination specific balls to tone and define. Perfect for all muscle and increase your muscular
movements. Finish with a therapeutic ages and fitness levels. endurance. All levels welcome,
stretch. STRENGTH & STRETCH ❤ modifications can be shown.
BODY SCULPT ❤ Develop strength, balance and core
This workout uses weights, body bars, stability using minimal equipment,
tubing, stability balls and more to promote followed by a full body stretch. This
muscle strength and endurance by class is designed for the already active
targeting all major muscle groups. Great participant who can get up from and down Register online at
cross training class for all levels. to the floor safely. Participants must bring
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G. R. PEARKES COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTRE 250-475-5400 | SAANICH COMMONWEALTH PLACE 250-475-7600 21SWIMMING AT SAANICH THIS SUMMER
At Commonwealth, you will find self-guided length swimming, Refunds will not be issued for Reserved Drop In. Call any
a deep water walking circuit, adult leisure space in our wave Saanich Recreation Centre to reserve your spot, or reserve
pool and a variety of waterfit classes that are instructor led. online (see reserve page in this guide).
At Gordon Head, you will find waterfit classes (instructor led), The steam room and sauna remain closed at both centers.
family and leisure swims, and modified swimming lessons. The hot tub is available at Gordon Head during your
Swimming is currently reserved. Every day at 8am, reserved swim time.
you are able to book an hour-long time slot 7 calendar
days in advance.
Staff Contacts:
Commonwealth Lanes & Leisure Schedules
Alison Sheehan 250-475-7606 subject to
Commonwealth Waterfit change
Kristy Webster 250-475-1623
Gordon Head Family, Leisure and Waterfit
Deanna Roch 250-475-7108
SWIMMING GUIDELINES
General Information
• Please stay at home if you are sick. If you need to • At Commonwealth Pool, you will find a laundry basket
assess your symptoms, please call 8-1-1. beside your lane to store personal items in.
• There are no refunds for your reserved time. If you are At Gordon Head Pool, a cubby will be provided.
sick, please contact us before your reserved time, and • Your registration limits you to the time slot and pool
we will be happy to apply a credit to your account. space noted on your receipt.
• Physical distancing is not optional. Those who are
unable to follow the guidelines will be asked to leave During Your Visit
the pool. Patrons must stay 2.5 meters apart from one • Everyone must wash hands when entering the pool
another and staff. Patrons in need of physical assistance area with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
should receive help from a family member. and have a cleansing shower before using the pool.
• Please refrain from congregating in the water to allow
Arriving At the Centre for physical distancing of others.
• Only those with a reserved space will be permitted into • On-deck bathrooms are available should you
the pool at their allocated time. Please enter the facility need them during your swim.
at the designated entrance no more than 5 minutes at
Commonwealth or 15 at Gordon Head, prior to your After Your Swim
assigned swim time. • Cleaner and paper towel will be provided for you to clean
- Snorkels with purge valves are permitted. your basket at Commonwealth.
- Please bring your own water bottles. Fountains are • Please leave the basket at the cleaning station and follow
unavailable. the directional arrows to exit the pool deck.
- Please bring your own goggles. • Showers times are limited to a quick rinse only. All
- Face coverings and masks that cover your nose and personal grooming, including hair washing, must be done
mouth are not allowed to be worn in the water. at home.
• If you have questions at any time, our lifeguards are • In order to accommodate all our patrons, everyone must
happy to answer. move as quickly as possible through the change rooms.
• Due to the occupancy limitations, our change rooms • Patrons must exit the change rooms when requested
can only accommodate a small number of people at any by staff.
given time.
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