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Recreation Guide Fall 2017 - Douglas Park Community Centre
801 West 22nd Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1Z8       Tel:604-257-8130 (press #1)      www.douglasparkcc.org

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Jointly operated by the Douglas Park Community Association and the Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation
Recreation Guide Fall 2017 - Douglas Park Community Centre
UPDATES
      Coming to a playground near you… After over a year of consultation, feedback
      and updates to the concept plan, we are getting closer to the exciting construction phase of our
      project. The new design will incorporate play features for a range of ages and abilities and will
      allow our growing community to enjoy a safe, inclusive and fun play environment. While we will say
      goodbye to much of the existing equipment, we are eager to see new custom structures and items,
      built to complement the natural setting of Douglas Park. Our wading pool will remain until future
      work is done on water play features across the City.

                                           Thank you to our donors!                With your help, the Douglas
                                           Park Community Association will contribute over $460,000 towards the
                                           project, adding to the $350,000 in capital funding from the Park Board.
                                           We will continue to fundraise for future park improvements and look
                                           forward to keeping you informed and engaged regarding any further
                                           park development plans.

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Jointly operated by the Douglas Park Community Association and the Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation
Recreation Guide Fall 2017 - Douglas Park Community Centre
Table of Contents

                                                                                                                                                                                      WELCOME
 PRESIDENT MESSAGE
                                                                                     Administration .................................................................. 29
                                                                                     Adult ............................................................................ 16-21
                                                                                     Birthday Parties ................................................................. 11
                                                                                     Community Association …................................................ 19
                                                                                     Community Day …............................................................. 23
                                                                                     Fitness & Exercise Room ............................................... 30-31
                                                                                     Licensed Preschool .............................................................. 4
                                                                                     Music .................................................................................. 6
                                                                                     Preschool/Children ......................................................... 6-13
                                                                                     Pottery ......................................................................... 16-17
                                                                                     School Age Care .................................................................. 5
                                                                                     Senior .......................................................................... 24-27
                                                                                     Special Interest ................................................................. 28
                                                                                     Tapestry Community Rooms .............................................. 22
Hello from the Douglas Park Community Association!                                   Youth…..........................................................................11-15

Our Fall 2017 Recreation Guide features new programs including Cedar
Weaving and Online Safety for Parents workshops as well as new pottery          DOUGLAS PARK COMMUNITY CENTRE
classes. In addition we have many old favorites such as the Halloween
Party for Kids, Breakfast with Santa, and the Pottery Club Sale.               801 West 22nd Ave. Vancouver, BC V5Z 1Z8
                                                                               tel: 604-257-8130 (press #1)                     fax: 604-257-8532
On Saturday June 10th we hosted our annual Douglas Park Community              email: douglasparkcc@vancouver.ca    website: www.douglasparkcc.org
Day celebration. Thank you to our staff for organizing such an enjoyable                                                                                                           #VanWiFi
                                                                               Follow us at                   / douglasparkcc
day for the community. The event featured DPCA programs, main stage                                                                                                                provided by TELUS
entertainment and community groups. We would also like to acknowledge           COMMUNITY CENTRE - FALL HOURS
and thank our event sponsors, supporters and volunteers.
                                                                               Effective Sep 5 - Jan 1, 2018
Our existing playground is being replaced as part of the City of Vancouver’s   Monday - Thursday                                                         7:45am - 10:00pm
playground renewal work. Closing of the current playground and                 Friday                                                                     9:00am - 9:00pm
construction of the new one is anticipated for this fall with completion of    Saturday                                                                   9:00am - 3:30pm
the playground expected by Spring 2018. Thank you for your comments/           Sunday                                                                     9:00am - 4:00pm
input at our open house last fall, in March at our playground fundraiser
party, at Community Day this June, and online. We were really excited to       Office Hours: Centre office closes 1/2 hour before scheduled closing time.
see the level of community participation in this project. We would also        Community Centre Closed: Oct 8, Oct 9, Nov 12, Nov 13, Dec 24 to Jan
like to acknowledge the countless hours contributed to the project by the      1, 2018.
playground committee. Thank you! Finally, we would like to say a special       Exercise Room Hours and Exercise Room Holiday Hours: See Page 31.
thank you for the donations to the playground renewal from so many of
you in the community.                                                            COMMUNITY CENTRE - HOLIDAY HOURS
                                                                               Effective Dec 24 - Jan 7, 2018
Speaking of donations, we recently received a very generous donation
from Tony & Betty O’Duffy Brennan and family – a 12-person accessible bus      SUN           MON              TUE            WED              THU            FRI          SAT
equipped with a wheelchair lift. We are now able to expand our out-trip
                                                                               Dec 24        Dec 25           Dec 26         Dec 27          Dec 28          Dec 29       Dec 30
programming for participants of all ages and abilities. You might see the      Closed        Closed           Closed         Closed          Closed          Closed       Closed
bus in our parking lot or on the road with Douglas Park seniors or youth!
                                                                               Dec 31        Jan1             Jan 2          Jan 3           Jan 4           Jan 5   Jan 6
Please come spend some time this fall in our spruced up lobby. We’ve           Closed        Closed           7:45am-        7:45am-         7:45am-         7:45am- 9:00am-
replaced the flooring on the main level, brightened the paint throughout                                      6:00pm         6:00pm          6:00pm          6:00pm 3:30pm
the building, installed a new reception area, and bought new furniture.        Jan 7
                                                                               9:00am-                       Holiday hours subject to change.
As always, thank you to the many, many volunteers giving their time to         4:00pm
our community centre. Thank you also to all the centre staff, program
instructors and committee members.
                                                                                 REGISTRATION INFORMATION See page 29 for details.

                                                                                        Tuesday August 15
Sincerely,

Christine Coleman
[DPCA President]
                                                                                      ONLINE Registration starts 9:00am
                                                                                 INPERSON/PHONE Registration starts 12:00pm

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Douglas Park Licensed Preschool 2017 - 2018
LICENSED PRESCHOOL
                     Douglas Park Preschool strives to provide high quality,
                     affordable and accessible child care to all children and
                     families. The Douglas Park Preschool classes provide
                     children with an environment that fosters a well-rounded
                     social, learning, experience in a fun and safe space. Our
                     enthusiastic, caring, ECE Licensed Professionals provide a
                     warm, nurturing environment for children to play, learn and
                     grow in.
                     The preschool program follows an Emergent Curriculum
                     philosophy, it is play-based with programming initiated by
                     the children’s interests.
                     The program encourages exploration and creativity in a fun,
                     stimulating environment through, art, music, dramatic/
                     creative play and outdoor play. Other skills children will learn
                     through social play within the classroom are math, science,
                     creativity, literacy and language and problem solving. These
                     skills are learned in the block area, at circle time, at free art
                     and free play time.

                                                                                  Current Fees and Times

                                       3 Year Olds         $175/mth           4 Year Olds     $220/mth                          3 Year Olds $325/mth
                                       Tues/Thurs - Morning                   Mon/Wed/Fri - Morning                             Mon - Fri - Morning
                      Orcoam           9:25am - 11:25am                       9:05am - 11:35am                 Unicorn          9:15am - 11:15am
                      Ro               109278                                 109472                           Room             109475
                                       Tues/Thurs - Afternoon                 Mon/Wed/Fri - Afternoon                           4 Year Olds $370/mth
                                       12:25pm - 2:25pm                       12:25pm - 2:55pm                                  Mon - Fri - Afternoon
                                       109470                                 109473                                            12:15pm - 2:45pm
                                                                                                                                109478

                          Contact Rosie, Licensed Child Care Coordinator at 604-257-8134 or rosie.laforges@vancouver.ca
                                              for information on Licensed Preschool and School Age Care

                                                                    PRESCHOOL OPEN HOUSE
                               FEB                                 Thursday February 15, 2018 6:00pm - 7:00pm

                              15                   Looking for a preschool program for September 2018? Come and meet the teachers, see the preschool space
                                                   and ask questions! Children are welcome but please note there will be limited toys and activities available.

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School Age Care 2017 - 2018

                                                                                                                                                                                 SCHOOL AGE CARE
                                                                              All of our programs are currently full. Please contact the front office or Rosie at 604-
                                                                              257-8134 to put your child on the ongoing waitlist.
                                                                              Douglas Park strives to offer quality care in an environment that offers children a safe,
                                                                              nurturing place for them to socialize and participate in programmed activities.
                                                                              We only offer care to children attending Emily Carr and Edith Cavell schools. Children
                                                                              are picked up at their school and walked back to the community centre. We only offer
                                                                              fulltime spaces (Mon-Fri).

                                Current Fees and Times
Aftercare Only (Mon-Fri)                                                                  $370/month
Aftercare + Morning Care (Mon-Fri)                                                        $435/month

Aftercare 3:00pm - 6:00pm                               Morning Care 7:30am - 9:00am

Our fees include scheduled school Professional Day coverage and Early Dismissals. Winter
Break Camp, Spring Break Camp, District Closure Camp and Summer Camp are all a separate
internal priority registration with an additional cost to the monthly fee. Morning Care is only
available to those who have an Aftercare space.

             Kindercare Program (Carr/Cavell) at Douglas Park CC
                 Carr After School Care at Emily Carr School
                Cavell After School Care at Edith Cavell School
               Carr-Cavell After School Care at Douglas Park CC
               9-12’s Program (Carr/Cavell) at Douglas Park CC

     Kindercare 2018-2019 Registration
             Details will be advertised in the Winter 2018 Recreation Guide.

                  SAC Winter Break Camp 2017 (Kindergarten -12 yrs old)
                                   Registration ONLINE - No single day registration. No camp offered Dec 25-29.
                      January 2-5                              Child must be in Kindergarten or older. Camp is from 8:00am - 5:30pm
     Week 1
                      $200/4 sessions 129765                   Calendar of activities will be available at the office in December 2017.
   REFUND POLICY: In order to receive a refund, notice of withdrawal must be given in WRITING by Dec. 8, 2017. If notice is given on Dec 8 or later, no refund will be given.

                   SAC Spring Break Camp 2018 (Kindergarten -12 yrs old)
                                                      Registration ONLINE - No single day registration.
                    March 19-23                              March 26-29                   Child must be in Kindergarten or older. Camp is from 8:00am - 5:30pm
     Week 1         129766                    Week 2         129767                        Calendar of activities will be available at the office in February 2018.
                    $250/5 sessions                          $200/4 Sessions
   REFUND POLICY: In order to receive a refund, notice of withdrawal must be given in WRITING by Feb 23, 2018. If notice is given on Feb 23 or later, no refund will be given.

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MUSIC     MUSIC                                                                           Guitar Lessons - Private                                          10+ yrs
                                                                                          Jeff Tacak
        Piano Lessons – Private                                              6+ yrs       Guitar lessons are suitable for all ages from child to adult students,
        Learn piano from a qualified, experienced instructor. All ages and adult          from beginner to intermediate levels. As a general rule children should
        students welcome. Priority pre-registration for ongoing students. Due to the      be at least 10 years old but exceptions can be made depending on the
        popularity of weekday afterschool timeslots, new students please contact          students ability. 30 minute private lessons cover the basic understanding
        Front Office for registration and waitlist details.                               of playing the guitar in a fun and friendly environment, with an emphasis
                                                                                          on note reading, playing chords, strumming, rhythm and basic technique.
        Michelle Yeung
                                                                                          A versatile guitar method book is used but students are encouraged to
        Mon 3:30pm - 6:30pm                                          Sep 11 - Dec 11*
                                                                                          select songs they like. Students must have their own guitar.
        $264/12 sessions (*no class Oct 9, Nov 13)                 126440 to 126445
        Wed 3:30pm - 6:30pm                                           Sep 13 - Dec 13     Tue 5:00pm - 8:30pm                                           Sep 19 - Dec 5
        #308/14 sessions                                           126446 to 126453       $264/12 sessions                                          127002 to 127008
        Sat 9:00am - 3:00pm                                            Sep 16 - Dec 9     Wed 5:30pm - 8:30pm                                           Sep 20 - Dec 6
        $286/13 sessions                                           126481 to 126492       $264/12 sessions                                          127009 to 127014
        Sun 9:00am - 3:00pm                                          Sep 10 - Dec 10*     Jeff Tacak has been teaching guitar lessons at Douglas Park for 9 years and
        $264/12 sessions (*no class Oct 8, Nov 12)                 126506 to 126517       always enjoys meeting new students. He has studied music at Douglas
                                                                                          College and has many years of experience playing professionally. Jeff
        Kelly Kim                                                                         teaches many different styles of music and has an in-depth knowledge of
        Tue 3:00pm - 7:30pm                                           Sep 12 - Dec 12     music theory and technique.
        $308/14 sessions                                           126465 to 126471
        Thu 3:00pm - 7:30pm                                           Sep 14 - Dec 14
                                                                                            SOCIAL
        $308/14 sessions                                            126472 to 26480
        Fri 3:00pm - 7:00pm                                           Sep 15 - Dec 15
        $308/14 sessions                                           126454 to 126461

        Taylor Hett
        Sun 9:00am - 3:30pm                                          Sep 10 - Dec 10*
        $264/12 sessions (*no class Oct 8, Nov 12)                 106493 to 106505

        Taylor Hett – VCC Music Degree, Douglas College piano and composition
        major. Taylor has taught all ages and experience levels. Taylor enjoys focusing
        on each student’s needs, abilities and caters each lesson accordingly.

        Kelly Kim – UBC M.Mus. Piano Performance, UofA B.Mus. Piano Performance.
        Kelly has won numerous awards and trophies in numerous competitions
        including the Vancouver Women’s Musical Society and Performing Arts BC
        Festival. Kelly is pianist of the Vancouver Island Symphony Orchestra, a piano
        instructor, chamber pianist and piano accompanist.

        Michelle Yeung - UBC B. Arts, Dal. M. Arch., RCM Level 8 and Advanced Music
        Theory. Michelle has been teaching from beginners to level 4 RCM students
        of all ages and she has won first place awards at Upper Island Music festivals.
        Michelle focuses on developing students own song interests and music
        appreciation, from classical to pop music.

        Piano Kids - Level 1                                              3.5-5 yrs
        Michelle Yeung                                                                    Gadgets and Gizmos                         NEW                    5-10 yrs
        This is a beginner level group piano course. Through singing, piano methods       Bricks 4 Kidz
        and music theory lessons, the student will quickly be able to learn to play
                                                                                          This unit is all about the fun of doing something with what you’ve built using
        songs. Learning materials, full piano, and individual electronic keyboards will
                                                                                          LEGO® bricks! From a spinning top to a spinning optical illusion model, kids
        be provided. Daily practice at home is encouraged. Limited drop-in spaces.
                                                                                          will love playing with their creations! Minifigure included.
        Tue 10:00am - 11:00am                                         Sep 19 - Dec 12
        $78/13 sessions, $8/drop-in                                          127039       Thu 4:00pm - 5:00pm                                           Sep 14 - Oct 19
                                                                                          $89/6 sessions, $19.50/drop-in                                      131929

                                                                                          Galaxy Far Away                    NEW                            5-10 yrs
                                                                                          Bricks 4 Kidz
                                                                                          Join us on an adventurous journey through space! We’ll build motorized
                                                                                          models that represent spacecraft from your favorite popular space movies.
                                                                                          Minifigure included.
                                                                                          Thu 4:00pm - 5:00pm                                           Nov 9 - Dec 14

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                                                                                          $89/6 sessions, $19.50/drop-in                                      131930
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Creative Fun and Games                                       8 mo-4 yrs             SPORTS

                                                                                                                                                                 PRESCHOOL / CHILDREN
Samantha Craig
A gym-play-based program with parents/caregivers/daycare provider                 Sportball Parent and Child                                       2-3 yrs
participation. Make new friends in family fun social program with toddler         Sportball Limited
toys, interactive areas and sing-a-longs. Parents are required to supervise       Sportball Parent and Child programs introduces children to eight core
their own children. Drop-ins Mon and Fri, space permitting. Wed                   sports. Parent participation required.
registration only.
                                                                                  Tue 11:00am - 11:45am                                       Sep 19 - Oct 24
Mon 9:00am - 11:00am                                        Sep 11 - Dec 18*      $96/6 sessions                                                    127056
$65/13 sessions, $5/drop-in (*no class Oct 9, Nov 13)                126989       Tue 11:00am - 11:45am                                        Oct 31 - Dec 5
Wed 9:00am - 11:00am                                          Sep 6 - Dec 20      $96/6 sessions                                                    127057
$80/16 sessions                                                      126990
Fri 9:00am - 11:00am                                          Sep 9 - Dec 9*      Sportball Multi-Sport                                          3.5-5 yrs
$80/16 sessions, $5/drop-in                                          126991       Sportball Limited
                                                                                  Sportball Multi-Sport introduces preschool children to eight core sports of
Making Music                                                        0-5 yrs       the Sportball methodology. Parent participation optional.
Michelle Yeung
                                                                                  Tue 11:50am - 12:50pm                                       Sep 19 - Oct 24
This is a music group for babies and toddlers. Sing along to some of your         $96/6 sessions                                                    127054
favourite nursery rhymes and play instruments. Parent participation required.     Tue 11:50am - 12:50pm                                        Oct 31 - Dec 5
Mon 10:00am - 10:30am                                       Sep 18 - Dec 11*      $96/6 sessions                                                    127055
$77/11 sessions, $8/drop-in (*no class Oct 9, Nov 13)                127023
Mon 10:30am - 11:00am                                       Sep 18 - Dec 11*      Kick It Up Soccer Saturdays                                    1.5-7 yrs
$77/11 sessions, $8/drop-in (*no class Oct 9, Nov 13)                127024       Ron Way
                                                                                  Dribble, pass, shoot and score! An intro to soccer through games and drills.
Baby Sign Language                                                0-24 mo         Parent participation encouraged. Classes held at Edith Cavell Elementary
Into Yoga with Sheri Kauhausen                                                    School gymnasium, 500 West 20th Ave. (and Tupper St.).
Using songs and games learn how to teach your baby basic American                 Sat 9:00am - 9:30am                    1.5-3 yrs           Sep 30 - Dec 2*
Sign Language (ASL) so they can better convey their wants and needs and           $66/8 sessions (*no class Oct 7, Nov 11)                          128572
relieve unnecessary frustration. The instructor will teach you the signs and      Sat 9:30am - 10:15am                   3-4 yrs             Sep 30 - Dec 2*
songs so you can practice at home. Babies can sleep during class or you           $82.50/8 sessions (*no class Oct 7, Nov 11)                       128573
can bring some toys. Newborn to 24 months.                                        Sat 10:15am - 11:00am                  4-5 yrs             Sep 30 - Dec 2*
Mon 12:30pm - 1:15pm                                          Oct 30 - Dec 4*     $82.50/8 sessions (*no class Oct 7, Nov 11)                       128574
$64/5 sessions (*no class Oct 13)                                    126978       Sat 11:00am - 11:45am                  4-6 yrs Girls       Sep 30 - Dec 2*
                                                                                  $82.50/8 sessions (*no class Oct 7, Nov 11)                       128577
Mommies in Motion                                                 16+ yrs         Sat 11:45am - 12:30pm                  3-5 yrs             Sep 30 - Dec 2*
Toni Durbin                                                                       $82.50/8 sessions (*no class Oct 7, Nov 11)                       128575
                                                                                  Sat 12:30pm - 1:15pm                   5-7 yrs             Sep 30 - Dec 2*
Stroller fitness at Douglas Park. Total body fitness class for moms with their
                                                                                  $82.50/8 sessions (*no class Oct 7, Nov 11)                       128576
babies or toddlers in strollers. All levels welcome! This program is held
outdoors, please dress accordingly.                                               Kick It Up Soccer Sundays                                      1.5-7 yrs
Thu 10:35am - 11:35am                                          Sep 7 - Sep 28     Ron Way
$38/4 sessions, $11/drop-in                                          127028
                                                                                  Dribble, pass, shoot and score! An intro to soccer through games and drills.
Thu 10:35am - 11:35am                                           Oct 5 - Oct 26
                                                                                  Parent participation encouraged. Classes held at Edith Cavell Elementary
$38/4 sessions, $11/drop-in                                          127029
                                                                                  School gymnasium, 500 West 20th Ave. (and Tupper St.).
Thu 10:35am - 11:35am                                          Nov 2 - Nov 23
$38/4 sessions, $11/drop-in                                          127030       Sun 9:00am - 9:30am                    1.5-3 yrs             Oct 1 - Dec 3*
                                                                                  $66/8 sessions (*no class Oct 8, Nov 12)                           128579
                                                                                  Sun 9:30am - 10:15am                   3-4 yrs               Oct 1 - Dec 3*
                                                                                  $82.50/8 sessions (*no class Oct 8, Nov 12)                        128580
                                                                                  Sun 10:15am - 11:00am                  4-5 yrs               Oct 1 - Dec 3*
                                                                                  $82.50/8 sessions (*no class Oct 8, Nov 12)                        128581
                                                                                  Sun 11:00am - 11:45am                  5-7 yrs               Oct 1 - Dec 3*
                                                                                  $82.50/8 sessions (*no class Oct 8, Nov 12)                        128582

                                                                                     REGISTRATION INFORMATION See page 29 for details.

                                                                                          Tuesday August 15
                                                                                                ONLINE Registration starts 9:00am
                                                                                           INPERSON/PHONE Registration starts 12:00pm

                                                          All prices subject to GST where applicable.                                                                 7
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ARTS & CULTURE
PRESCHOOL / CHILDREN
                       Dance with Me Toddler                                               1-3 yrs
                       Lisa Sars
                       Parents and toddlers will move and groove to music. Simple movements,
                       songs and colorful props will be used. Parent participation required.
                       Wed 9:30am - 10:15am                                         Sep 13 - Dec 13
                       $98/14 sessions, $8/drop-in                                         126992

                       Fairy Dance                                                         3-5 yrs
                       Lisa Sars
                       A light hearted class teaching the elegant fairy dance. Please come in a
                       costume and bring a water bottle.
                       Wed 10:25am - 11:10am                                        Sep 13 - Dec 13
                       $112/14 sessions, $9/drop-in                                        126996       Parent and Tot Ballet                                             1.5-2 yrs
                                                                                                        Vancouver Performing Stars
                       Creative Dance                                                      4-5 yrs      Introduce your little ones to the world of dance. Classes are designed to
                       Lisa Sars                                                                        encourage little dancers to join in and have fun while dancing with mom
                       Boys and girls learn about creative movement and choreography in a fun           or dad. There will be an informal presentation for family on the last day.
                       and supportive atmosphere. Build physical confidence and positive self-          Fri 3:15pm - 3:45pm                                          Sep 15 - Nov 24*
                       esteem through explorations of musicality, rhythm, improvisation, dance          $95/10 sessions (*no class Nov 10)                                    127038
                       concepts and playful props. Please come in bare feet, dance pants (sweat
                       pants, leggings, and/or shorts) and dance tops (boys: t-shirts girls: leotards   Mini Ballet                                                          3-4 yrs
                       or tank tops). There is a performance at the end of the session. Classes held    Vancouver Performing Stars
                       at Tapestry Community Rooms, 2821 Heather St. *see page 22                       Introduce your child to the world of ballet. These classes develop
                       Tue 3:45pm - 4:30pm TAP                                      Sep 12 - Dec 12     co-ordination, musicality and fluidity of movement while having
                       $112/14 sessions, $9/drop-in                                        126988       fun. Increased ballet technique is expected at each progressive level.
                                                                                                        Appropriate dance shoes and attire please. Child must be able to attend
                       Contemporary Dance                                                  6-8 yrs      class alone. There will be an informal presentation for family on the last
                       Lisa Sars                                                                        day.
                       Students learn about choreography and contemporary dance techniques in           Fri 3:45pm - 4:30pm                                          Sep 15 - Nov 24*
                       a fun and supportive atmosphere. They’ll build their physical literacy skills    $99/10 sessions (*no class Nov 10)                                    127025
                       through weekly collaborations in musicality, rhythm, improvisation, dance
                       concepts and choreography. Please come in bare feet, dance pants (sweat          Junior Ballet                                                        5-7 yrs
                       pants, leggings, and/or shorts) and dance tops (boys: t-shirts girls: leotards   Vancouver Performing Stars
                       or tank tops). There is a performance at the end of the session. Classes held    Introduce your child to the world of ballet. These classes develop
                       at Tapestry Community Rooms, 2821 Heather St. *see page 22                       coordination, musicality and fluidity of movement while having fun.
                       Tue 4:30pm - 5:25pm TAP                                      Sep 12 - Dec 12     Increased ballet technique is expected at each progressive level. Appropriate
                       $112/14 sessions, $9/drop-in                                        126987       dance shoes and attire please. There will be an informal presentation for
                                                                                                        family on the last day. Students in this class will be invited to perform in the
                                                                                                        fourth annual production of The VPS Nutcracker.
                                                                                                        Fri 4:30pm - 5:15pm                                          Sep 15 - Nov 24*
                                                                                                        $99/10 sessions (*no class Nov 10)                                    127019

                                                                                                        Music and Movement                                                   2-3 yrs
                                                                                                        Vancouver Performing Stars
                                                                                                        Join your child in this high energy class full of singing and dancing. We
                                                                                                        will learn simple songs and beginner dance movement to help build your
                                                                                                        child’s self-confidence and coordination. Parent or guardian participation is
                                                                                                        mandatory. There will be an informal presentation for family on the last day.
                                                                                                        Sat 10:00am - 10:45am                                          Sep 16 - Dec 2*
                                                                                                        $99/10 sessions (*no class Oct 7, Nov 11)                             127031

                                                                                                            We require a minimum number of registrants

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                                                                                                            to run our programs. To avoid the disappointment
                                                                                                            of a cancelled program, register early and
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                                                                                                            invite your friends to join too!                             Re rly!
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Mini Performing Stars                                             3-4 yrs     Junior Star Tappers                                                  5-7 yrs

                                                                                                                                                              PRESCHOOL / CHILDREN
Vancouver Performing Stars                                                    Vancouver Performing Stars
Dance and sing their favourite show tunes! Performers will develop            This beginners introduction to tap will include a fun warm-up and children
rhythm, characterization, coordination and musicality through movement        will begin to learn the fundamental steps of this exciting form of dance!
and song. Students must be able to participate without an adult. There is a   There will be an informal presentation for family on the last day. Students
performance at the end of the session.                                        in this class will be invited to perform in the fourth annual production of
Sat 11:00am - 11:45am                                       Sep 16 - Dec 2*   The VPS Nutcracker.
$99/10 sessions (*no class Oct 7, Nov 11)                          127026     Sun 10:45am -11:30am                                          Sep 17 - Dec 3*
                                                                              $99/10 sessions (*no class Oct 8, Nov 12)                            127020
Mini Star Tappers                                                 3-4 yrs
Vancouver Performing Stars                                                    Senior Star Tappers                                                8-12 yrs
This beginners introduction to tap will include a fun warm-up and children    Vancouver Performing Stars
will begin to learn the fundamental steps of this exciting form of dance!     This beginners introduction to tap will include a fun warm-up and children
There will be an informal presentation for family on the last day.            will begin to learn the fundamental steps of this exciting form of dance!
Sun 10:00am - 10:45am                                       Sep 17 - Dec 3*   There will be an informal presentation for family on the last day. Students
$99/10 sessions (*no class Oct 8, Nov 12)                          127027     in this class will be invited to perform in the fourth annual production of
                                                                              The VPS Nutcracker.
                                                                              Sun 11:30am - 12:15pm                                         Sep 17 - Dec 3*
                                                                              $99/10 sessions (*no class Oct 8, Nov 12)                            127052

                                                                            Winter Break
                                                                               Programs
   Holiday Design and Build                                     3-6 yrs
   Sarah Hayes
   Use a variety of materials to create imaginative holiday structures,
   such as snowmen, reindeers and houses.
   Wed 9:15am - 10:15am                                  Nov 29 - Dec 13
   $32/3 sessions                                               129136
                                                                                Sportball with Friends Winter Camp 3-8 yrs
   Ornaments Galore                                           3-10 yrs          Sportball classes are high-energy, fun and creative. Children
   Sarah Hayes                                                                  participate in the skills and games of eight different ball sports.
   Make holiday ornaments for home and tree using salt dough, card,             Camps also incorporate arts and crafts, music, co-operative games,
   wood, paint, glue, sparkles and other fun materials!                         snack time and theme days.
   Wed 10:30am - 11:30am            3-6 yrs              Nov 29 - Dec 13        Mon - Fri 9:30am -10:45am             3-5 yrs               Jan 2 - Jan 5
   $32/3 sessions                                               129138          $78/4 sessions                                                  131090
   Wed 2:15pm - 3:15pm             6-10 yrs              Nov 29 - Dec 13        Mon - Fri 1:00pm - 4:00pm             5-8 yrs               Jan 2 - Jan 5
   $47/3 sessions                                               129145          $156/4 sessions                                                 131091

   Holiday Mixed Media Art                                    3-12 yrs          Animal Cartoon Workshop                              NEW     6-12 yrs
   Sarah Hayes                                                                  Young Rembrandts
                                                                                Learn how to draw animals of all shapes, sizes, and colours. They
   Join Sarah for art and crafts relating to the festive season. Have fun
                                                                                will learn how to personify ordinary animals, transforming them
   making snowmen, decorating trees, stars and lots more.
                                                                                into fully-realized cartoon characters. www.youngrembrandts.com/
   Wed 11:45am - 12:45pm            3-6 yrs              Nov 29 - Dec 13        metrovancouver
   $32/3 sessions                                               129143          Tue - Fri 9:00am - 12:00pm                                  Jan 2 - Jan 5
   Wed 3:30pm - 5:00pm             6-12 yrs              Nov 29 - Dec 13        $140/4 sessions                                                 131171
   $47/3 sessions                                               129148
                                                                                Red Cross Babysitting Training 11+ yrs
   Festive Fabric Art                                           3-6 yrs         First Aid Hero
   Sarah Hayes                                                                  Explore the business of babysitting, creating safe environments,
   Use fabric and a variety of other materials to make holiday projects         safely caring for ages 0-12 yrs, first aid skills. Bring lunch, a yoga mat
   like snowmen, reindeer and trees!                                            and medium sized stuffed animal.
   Wed 1:00pm - 2:00pm                                   Nov 29 - Dec 13        Sat 8:30am - 3:30pm                                                Jan 6
   $32/3 sessions                                               129144          $63/person + GST                                                 128887

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Recreation Guide Fall 2017 - Douglas Park Community Centre
PRESCHOOL / CHILDREN     ARTS & CULTURE                                                               Art and You                                                      6-10 yrs
                                                                                                      Kelly Jimenez
                                                                                                      This is a fun and liberating class! Children will participate in individual
                                                                                                      and group art activities for free flow of imagination, originality and
                                                                                                      unique expression through drawing, painting, clay, movement and
                                                                                                      drama. Activities are designed to foster confidence and self-esteem. All
                                                                                                      supplies included. Dress for a mess!
                                                                                                      Sat 9:30am - 10:45am                                         Sep 16 - Dec 16
                                                                                                      $120/10 sessions                                                    125881

                                                                                                      Cartoon and Comics                                               7-13 yrs
                                                                                                      Edouard Beaudry
                                                                                                      Do you love cartoons? Can't get enough of them? Here is your chance to
                       Design and Build                                                  3-6 yrs      explore the fun and challenging world of cartoon and comics. Cartoonist
                       Sarah Hayes                                                                    Edouard B. will guide you in this adventure where the only limit is
                                                                                                      yourimagination. You will learn to draw your favourite characters and
                       A class for the budding architect or engineer! Create imaginative structures
                                                                                                      createyour own! Classes held at Tapestry Community Rooms, 2821 Heather
                       and forms using paint, glue, wood, boxes and lots more!
                                                                                                      St. Please register in advance for Free Trial.
                       Wed 9:15am - 10:15am                                        Sep 20 - Nov 22
                                                                                                      Thu 4:30pm - 6:00pm      TAP                                         Sep 14
                       $90/10 sessions                                                    129111
                                                                                                      Free Trial                                                         125894
                                                                                                      Thu 4:30pm - 6:00pm      TAP                                Sep 21 - Nov 30
                       Art Around the World                                              3-6 yrs
                                                                                                      $147.76/11 sessions                                                125901
                       Sarah Hayes
                       Each week children will learn about a different country and create art from
                       that culture. Come and join Sarah in making masks from Africa, lanterns
                       from China and much more.
                       Wed 10:30am - 11:30am
                       $90/10 sessions

                       Mixed Media Art
                       Sarah Hayes
                                                                                   Sep 20 - Nov 22
                                                                                          129112

                                                                                         3-6 yrs
                                                                                                          Kids
                                                                                                          Pottery
                       Experiment with all forms of art materials and techniques including
                       painting, sculpting, fabric art, paper mache, pastels and more.
                       Wed 11:45am - 12:45pm                                       Sep 20 - Nov 22
                       $90/10 sessions                                                    129113
                                                                                                        Parent and Child Pottery
                                                                                                        Rochelle Davidson
                       Scientifically Speaking                                           3-6 yrs        A fun, creative class where children and parents focus on process,
                                                                                                        exploration and experimentation with clay. Please bring a smock.
                       Sarah Hayes
                                                                                                        Sat 9:30am - 11:00am                                  Sep 16 - Nov 25*
                       An exciting class where children will explore the basics of science.
                                                                                                        $162/9 sessions (*no class Oct 28, Nov 11)                     127037
                       Experiments will examine scientific concepts including chemistry,
                       astronomy, magnets and much more.
                                                                                                        Clay Play Social Pottery                                    6-12 yrs
                       Wed 1:00pm - 2:00pm                                         Sep 20 - Nov 22
                                                                                                        Join us for afterschool clay social class. Personal creativity and ideas
                       $90/10 sessions                                                    129115
                                                                                                        guide the pottery projects and techniques to make them real. Please
                                                                                                        bring a smock.
                       Creating with the Masters                                         3-6 yrs
                       Sarah Hayes                                                                      Rebecca Ramsey
                                                                                                        Thu 3:30pm - 5:00pm                                   Sep 14 - Nov 30*
                       Picasso, Monet and Emily Carr will be used to inspire children to create         $132/11 sessions (*no class Oct 12)                            126986
                       their own expressive paintings, drawings and sculptures. A variety of
                                                                                                        Rochelle Davidson
                       techniques and art materials will be used.
                                                                                                        Fri 3:30pm - 5:00pm                                    Sep 15 - Nov 24
                       Wed 2:15pm - 3:15pm                                         Sep 20 - Nov 22      $132/11 sessions                                              131213
                       $90/10 sessions                                                    129121
                                                                                                        Teen Pottery               NEW                            13-18 yrs
                       Mixed Media Art                                                 6-12 yrs         Kate Metten
                       Sarah Hayes                                                                      Each student will develop basic handbuilding and wheel throwing
                       Experiment with all forms of art materials and techniques including              skills. Clay included in fee.
                       painting, sculpting, fabric art, paper mache, pastels and more.                  Mon 4:00pm - 6:00pm                                    Oct 16 - Dec 11*
                       Wed 3:30pm - 5:00pm                                         Sep 20 - Nov 22      $128/8 sessions (*no class Nov 13)                              129248

     10                $130/10 sessions                                                   129122
MARTIAL ARTS

                                                                                                                                                        CHILDREN / YOUTH
Traditional Kung-Fu                                                 6+ yrs
Sifu Marquis Lung (Tue) and Monica Xam (Fri)
Learn traditional forms, weapon forms, sparring and self-defence. Gain
physical and mental strength, develop self-confidence and discipline.
Classes are taught in partnership with Marquis Lung Traditional Kung
Fu Academy. A member fee for the Northern Shaolin Lung Chi Cheung
Association is included in program course fee. This class meets twice a
week on Tuesdays and Fridays. Please visit a session or contact Sifu Marquis
Lung (Master Instructor) for appropriate skill level prior to registration.
Youth and adults are welcome to join. www.northernshaolin.com
Beginner
Tue 4:30pm - 5:45pm / Fri 4:30pm - 5:45pm                      Sep 5 - Dec 15*

                                                                                 Birthday Parties
$242/28 sessions (*no class Oct 26, Dec 12)                            127763
Intermediate
Tue 4:30pm - 6:15pm / Fri 4:30pm - 6:15pm                      Sep 5 - Dec 15*
$270/28 sessions (*no class Oct 26, Dec 12)                            127764
Advanced
Tue 4:30pm - 6:30pm / Fri 4:30pm - 6:30pm                      Sep 5 - Dec 15*   0 - 15 yrs
$284/28 sessions (*no class Oct 26, Dec 12)                            127765    The Douglas Park Community Centre is excited to help you plan
                                                                                 an unforgettable birthday party! Party activity, refreshments and
  SPORTS                                                                         dining can be hosted in our room spaces.

Floor Hockey                                                       6-15 yrs      Birthday Parties are available on Sun Sep 10, 17, 24, Oct 1,
Ron Way                                                                          15, 22, 29, Nov 5, 19, 26, Dec 3, 10, 17, Only one Playtime
                                                                                 Party or Hockey Party can be booked per date. Birthday Party
Fun recreational indoor hockey. Safety goggles provided and mandatory.
                                                                                 information sheet, event tips and FAQs available at Main
No wood hockey sticks. Composite or plastic blades only.
                                                                                 Office. In-person registration only.
Sat 1:35pm - 3:05pm                                          Sep 30 - Nov 25*
$24/6 sessions, $4/drop-in (*no class Oct 7, Oct 28, Nov 11)          127000     Gymnasium Playtime Party includes
                                                                                 Gymnasium for indoor activity, playtime or sports, Gym Stage to
Family Pickleball                  NEW                             All Ages      host up to 30 seated guests, party leader to assist with set-up and
All ages Family Pickleball is a combination of Ping-Pong, tennis, and            take-down, party clean-up and safety monitoring. Soccer balls,
badminton and has been enjoyed for over 20 years by people of all ages.          basketballs, soft activity balls, 2 goal nets, hula-hoops, parachute
This mini-tennis game is played by 2 or 4 people on a badminton-sized            and plasma scooters included.
court using wood paddle racquets and a plastic, poly baseball with               12:00pm - 3:00pm (includes setup and take down) Fee: $150
holes. No experience necessary, players of various levels play each week.
Participants try to match abilities when possible. All ages welcome!             Gymnasium Hockey Party includes
Sat 11:30am - 1:00pm                                          Sep 16 - Dec 16*   Gymnasium for indoor activity or sports, Gym Stage to host up to
$20/12 sessions, $1.90/drop-in (*no class Oct 28, Dec 2)               130738    30 seated guests, party leader to assist with set-up and take-down,
                                                                                 party clean-up and safety. Plastic hockey sticks, safety goggles and
                                                                                 goalie equipment (2 sets) and 2 goal nets included.
    WED      WED
                                                                                 12:00pm - 3:00pm (includes setup and take down) Fee: $175
    SEP      NOV                                                All A
                                                                     ges
    27         2                                                                 Button Maker
                                                                                 Add a 3” inch button maker to your party event. Includes custom
   Cedar Weaving Bracelet Workshop                                    NEW
                                                                                 button-making service, a staff operator and all supplies. Just
                                                                                 provide your image and we’ll have the buttons ready for your
   Todd DeVries                                                                  event.
                                                                                 See party package for specific details (up to 5 images). Fee $75
   In the Haida/ Kwakwakwa wakw culture, cedar is referred to as the
   tree of life. Many of our sacred teachings come from the cedar tree;
   there is a lot to learn from her. Participants will learn traditional
   knowledge of cedar, and the historical and spiritual importance of
   cedar and the steps of harvesting cedar bark. You will learn how to
   weave cedar bark into a beautiful bracelet that you can take home
   with you. Great for families! All supplies included.
   Wed 7:00pm - 9:00pm             $28.57/1 sess           127777 / 127779

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SOCIAL
CHILDREN / YOUTH     FITNESS & HEALTH

                                                                                               Friday Night Swimming                                             8-10 yrs
                                                                                               Jacquie Eng & Nicolle Brabant
                                                                                               Get a ride to the local pool every Friday Night and splash around with our
                                                                                               great youth staff and your friends. There is limited space in this program -
                                                                                               please be sure to register. All participants will have to have a consent form
                                                                                               filled out prior to leaving the site.
                                                                                               Fri 6:00pm - 8:30pm                                             Sep 8 - Oct 27
                                                                                               $48/8 sessions                                                       131058
                                                                                               Fri 6:00pm - 8:30pm                                             Nov 3 - Dec 22
                                                                                               $48/8 sessions                                                       131062

                                                                                               Art Attack - Girls Only                                         10-12 yrs
                                                                                               Adriana Lademann
                                                                                               This multi-media art group will try several different mediums of art from
                                                                                               painting, beadwork, fimo and various forms of construction. Registration
                                                                                               is required.
                                                                                               Sat 1:00pm - 3:00pm                                            Sep 9 - Oct 21
                                                                                               $70/7 sessions                                                       127750
                   Yoga for Youth                 NEW                          10-15 yrs       Sat 1:00pm - 3:00pm                                           Oct 28 - Dec 16
                                                                                               $70/7 sessions                                                       127754
                   Mandi Von Alkier
                   Through the use of interactive yoga postures and playful yoga games we
                   build inner and outer strength and flexibility. The physical and mental
                                                                                               Card Club                                                         8-18 yrs
                   benefits of yoga are acquired through practicing breathing exercises,       Himme Nguyen
                   flowing sequences, balancing/partner poses and deep relaxation.             Yu-Gi-Oh, Magic, Chaotic and Pokeman Cards are the world’s most popular
                   Journaling, meditation techniques and discussions about emotions,           card games played by all ages. Players battle it out with different strategies.
                   promoting self-esteem and self-awareness are incorporated.                  Not only is it fun it also trains us to think and react creatively.
                   Wed 3:45pm – 4:45pm                                       Sep 27 - Dec 6*   Sat 11:00am - 1:00pm                All Play 8-18 yrs          Sep 9 - Dec 16
                   $90/10 sessions, $9/drop-in (*no class Nov 15)                    127063    FREE                                                                 129699
                                                                                               Sat 1:00pm-3:00pm                   Sr’s 13-18 yrs             Sep 9 - Dec 16
                                                                                               FREE                                                                 129702
                      SAT
                      JAN
                                                                                               Monday Make-Overs                           NEW                 12-15 yrs
                      20                                                                       Adriana Lademann
                                                                                               Just the girls; talk about current events and trends, growing up, navigating
                                                                                               friends - all while doing fun activities with your friends. (Trans inclusive)
                                                                                               Mon 6:00pm - 8:00pm                                           Sep 11 - Oct 23*
                                                                                               $54/6 sessions (*no class Oct 9)                                       128463
                                                                                               Mon 6:00pm - 8:00pm                                           Oct 30 - Dec 11*
                                                                                               $54/5 sessions (*no class Nov 13)                                      128464

                                                                                    D ate      Photography for Beginners                                       12-18 yrs
                                                                                the
                                                                                                                                                       NEW

                                                                         Save                  Adriana Lademann
                                                                                               We will learn some basics of photography: Theories of composition,
                                                                                               exposure and content. We will also learn some history of photography
                     Whistler/Blackcomb Youth Ski                                              and cover some artists. Each week will have a different theme and
                                                                                               students will be assigned a project for the week. The following week we

                     or Snowboard Trip                                                         will show our work to each other for feedback. There will be a final project
                                                                                               assigned and will be displayed at Douglas Park Community Centre. You
                                                                                               will need to come with your own camera – preferably an SLR although a
                     13+ yrs
                                                                                               point and shot will work too.
                     Join other youth from across the City for a skiing or snowboarding        Sat 10:30am-12:30pm                                             Sep 9 - Oct 28
                     lesson on one of North America’s best mountains! Space is limited         $64/8 sessions                                                        129733
                     so contact Starla Bayley, Community Youth Worker at 604-257-6951          Sat 10:30am-12:30pm                                             Nov 4 - Dec 23
                     or starla.bayley@vancouver.ca for more information and to put your        $64/8 sessions                                                        199734
                     name on the list.

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Friday Fun

                                                                                                                                                         CHILDREN / YOUTH
                                                                               COOKING

  Friday Night Teens                                      13-15 yrs
  Oliver Hack & Adriana Lademann
  Fri 6:00pm - 8:30pm                                  Sep 8 - Dec 22*
  FREE                                                         128096

  Schedule of Events:
  Sep 8 – Dinner and Dodgeball       Nov 3 – Skytrain Scavenger Hunt
  Sep 15 – DP - Amazing Race         Nov 10 – Dinner and Dessert
  Sep 22 – Movie In-House            Nov 17 – Cineplex Movie
  Sep 29 – Ice-Skating               Nov 24 – Open Gym
  Oct 6 – Dinner & Dessert           Dec 1 – Dinner and Dessert
  Oct 13 – Watermania                Dec 8 - Bright Lights Stanley Park
  Oct 20 – Haunted House             Dec 15 – Gingerbread houses
  Oct 27 – DANCE No Program          Dec 22 – Secret Santa

  Friday Night Pre-Teens                                  11-12 yrs          Gym and Food                  NEW                            9-13 yrs
  Francis Colcol & TBA                                                       Nicole Brabant

  Fri 6:00pm - 8:30pm                                  Sep 8 - Dec 22*       This combo class provides both an opportunity to play organized games in
  FREE                                                         128094        the gym and some time to re-coop in the kitchen making snacks.
                                                                             Fri 3:30pm - 5:30pm                                        Sep 8 - Oct 27
  Schedule of Events:                                                        $64/8 sessions                                                   127770
  Sep 8 – Dinner and Dodgeball       Nov 3 – Scary Movie                     Fri 3:30pm - 5:30pm                                        Nov 3 - Dec 22
  Sep 15 – DP – Amazing Race         Nov 10 – Dinner and Dessert             $64/8 sessions                                                   127773
  Sep 22 – Skytrain Scavenger Hunt   Nov 17 – Open Gym
  Sep 29 - Games                     Nov 24 – Cineplex Movie                 Chefs - Co-ed!                                               9-12 yrs
  Oct 6 – Dinner & Dessert           Dec 1 – Dinner and Dessert              Crystal Li
  Oct 13 – Ice-Skating               Dec 8 – Gingerbread houses
  Oct 20 – Pumpkin Carving           Dec 15 – Bright Lights Stanley Park     Food, good food - is a skill that we develop over time. Come hang out
  Oct 27 – Haunted House             Dec 22 – Secret Santa                   with Crystal and learn various cooking skills and recipes. Be part of the
                                                                             preparation, eating and clean up. Space is limited.
                                                                             Thu 6:30pm - 8:30pm                                        Sep 7 - Oct 26
 EDUCATIONAL                                                                 $120/8 sessions                                                  129644
                                                                             Thu 6:30pm - 8:30pm                                        Nov 2 - Dec 21
                                                                             $120/8 sessions                                                  129655
Red Cross Babysitting Training                                  11+ yrs
First Aid Hero
                                                                             Baker’s Dozen                                                9-12 yrs
Explore the business of babysitting, creating safe environments, safely      Adriana Lademann
caring for ages 0-12 yrs, first aid skills. Bring lunch, a yoga mat and
medium sized stuffed animal.                                                 Come join Adriana for an afternoon of baking. Bring an extra container to
                                                                             pack up the extras to take home and share with your family and friends.
Sat 8:30am - 3:30pm                                                 Aug 26   Cupcakes, cookies and puddings are only a few of the delectable items
$63/person + GST                                                   105958    you will create.
Sat 8:30am - 3:30pm                                                 Nov 11
                                                                             Mon 3:30pm - 5:30pm                                      Sep 11 - Oct 23*
$63/person + GST                                                   127051
                                                                             $72/6 sessions (*no class Oct 9)                                  127768
Sat 8:30am - 3:30pm                                                  Jan 6
                                                                             Mon 3:30pm - 5:30pm                                      Oct 30 - Dec 11*
$63/person + GST                                                   128887
                                                                             $72/6 sessions (*No class Nov 13)                                 127769

                                                                                 We require a minimum number of
                                                                                 registrants to run our programs.
                                                                                 To avoid the disappointment of                        Regis
                                                                                                                                             t
                                                                                                                                       Early er
                                                                                 a cancelled program, register early and
                                                                                 invite your friends to join too!
                                                                                                                                             !

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R.A.L.L.Y.
YOUTH
                                                                                                       Grades 4-7 (8-12 yrs old)

                           Afterschool Program
                  RECREATION, ADVENTURE, LEARNING, LEADERSHIP, & YOUTH
           Join our R.A.L.L.Y. leader for an afterschool pre-teen program. R.A.L.L.Y. is suitable for intermediate Grade 4 to Grade 7 elementary school students.
            Weekly themes include: leadership, teamwork, goal-setting, group discussion, critical thinking, multimedia, outdoor adventure and recreation.
            Light snacks are provided. Full-time fees include Pro-D day and Non-Instructional day activities. Please contact starla.bayley@vancouver.ca for
                                                         program details. Full-time and Part-Time spaces are limited.

                     SIGN UP FOR REGISTRATION SEPTEMBER 2017 - JUNE 2018
                                  MON TO FRI 3:00PM - 6:00PM
                                                     My name is Paul Page and
                                                     I am the RALLY leader. My
                                                                                         Sample RALLY Afternoon
                                                     experience working with
                                                     children and youth spans over         3:00pm                      Arrival
                                                     20 years and includes outdoor
                                                     skills, classroom instruction         3:15pm                                      Healthy
                                                     and adventure trips. I have a                                                      Snack
                                                     Diploma in Outdoor Recreation         3:45pm                Daily
                                                     Management, and a Masters in                                Duties
                                                     Environmental Education and                                                                     Thematic
                                                                                           4:00pm
                                                     Communication.                                                                                   Activity
                                                     While very passionate about                                            Participant’s
                                                     playing outside, I also feel a        4:45pm                             Choice
        strong commitment to helping youth learn to respect themselves, others
        and the world around them. I feel it is important that youth learn to take         5:00pm
        responsibility for themselves and their actions so that they can contribute                                                             Homework
        positively to the groups they are a part of. I am looking forward to getting       6:00pm                                               Assistance
        to work with the young people and their families in this community.                                               Dismissal

                                Pro-D Days Pre-teen Outtrips
                                                                 Grades 4-7 (8-12 yrs old)
                  Are you ready to spend your Pro-D Days in an exciting way? Come and join the R.A.L.L.Y. participants on these amazing outtrips.
                                                                   Have fun and make friends!
                  9:00am - 5:00pm                 9:00am - 5:00pm                                                                                9:00am - 5:00pm
         FRI                             FRI                            FRI 9:00am - 5:00pm             FRI 9:00am - 5:00pm             FRI
                  PT 128470                       PT 128474                 PT 128476                       PT 128478                            PT 128482
         SEP                             SEP                            OCT                             NOV                             DEC
                  RG 128472                       RG 128475                 RG 128477                       RG 128480                            RG 128483
         22 Canoeing                     29 Canoeing                     20 Corn Maze                    10 Watermania                   10 Cineplex
                  Deer Lake                       Deer Lake                                                                                      Movie

                   Full-Time RALLY participants fee included in monthly payment.
                        Part-Time (PT) RALLY participants $25/day
                         RALLY Guest (RG) participants $40/day
              *Activities subject to change, space is limited. Contact Starla for details.
                 Please contact starla.bayley@vancouver.ca for program details.

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YOUTH
 YOUTH COUNCIL                                                                                                                                   FRI
                                                                                                                                                 OCT
Douglas Park Youth Councils – If any of the below councils sound interesting
to you or you would like to have additional information please contact your                                                                       13
Community Youth Worker - Starla Bayley at starla.bayley@vancouver.ca
or 604-257-6951

Junior Youth Council                                           10-12 yrs
The Douglas Park Junior Council meets weekly on Wednesday’s after
school. The group works on organizing one large activity each season
and touches on extra community issues both globally and locally. A great
introduction to committees and how things in groups get done.
Wed 4:00pm - 5:00pm                                           Sep 6 - Dec 20
FREE                                                                128487

Senior Youth Council
Alysha Manhas
                                                               13-18 yrs
                                                                                  On-Line Safety for
Douglas Parks Senior Council is given three things to accomplish each year.
First they are to complete a philanthropic activity that they chose. Second
                                                                                  Parents                        NEW

they are to find a way to give back to the community. And Lastly they are to      SafeOnline (Formerly SOLOS) provides education to children, youth,
provide themselves with a fun social activity a least once throughout the         educators and parents. Merlyn Horton, CEO for SafeOnline Education
year. Our youth council is where we sign up volunteers for all our special        Associations has published policy documents for provincial
events. The Senior Youth Council only meets every second Wednesday. Sep           government ministries, presented to international conferences and
6, 20, Oct 4, 18, Nov 1, 15, 20, Dec 13. Youth Council social Dec 20.             been featured on major media outlets.
Wed 6:00pm - 7:30pm                                           Sep 6 - Dec 20      Seeing gaps in education regarding children using technology
FREE                                                                128486        safely, Merlyn built ever-evolving content that addressed the
                                                                                  emerging issues throughout the 2000's. Now she works with a team
Alive After 5                                                  13-18 yrs          of presenters that engage the community to ensure that our children
One third of workplace injuries reported are from young workers, mainly           and youth are practicing safer on-line activities and that those who
due to lack of experience and fear of voicing health and safety concerns.         care for them are able to have open dialogues with the young people
This is an interactive workshop for youth who are in the work force or soon       in their lives.*fee helps to cover presenters cost & light refreshments.
to be in the work force. Learn about your rights as an employee, how to           Fri 6:30pm-8:00pm                                               Oct 13
recognize unsafe work situations and how to voice your concerns.                  $20/1 session                                                  129678
Wed 6:00pm - 8:00pm                                                  Sep 20
FREE                                                                127766
                                                                                             y
CWYC (City Wide Youth Council) 13-17 yrs                                                   Da
                                                                                       w
Just as the name implies, this council is constructed of youth from all             Ne
across the city and meets at City Hall. Each community centre has two
representatives from their Sr. Council that works with other youth from
across the city on one of four committees; Youth Week, Fundraising, Global
Issues and Social Activities. This council meets the second Wednesday of
each month from 6:00pm - 8:00pm.

Volunteer Orientation                                                                       Youth Café : Fridays
Looking to volunteer at Douglas Park Community Centre...we are inviting
all our volunteers to come out for this training and sign-up evening. We                         Sep - Dec 6:00pm - 8:00pm
will review our expectations, go over our process for our special events         It's back - but on a different night. Douglas Park is bring back the Youth
and answer any questions that you may have. We will provide a snack and          Café - snacks, drinks and goodies are just a few of the great things
drink to all attendees.                                                          about this program. All proceeds raise go to support pre-teen and teen
Wed 6:00pm - 7:30pm                                                 Oct 18       programs at Douglas Park Community Centre.
FREE                                                               129716        Fri 6:00pm - 8:00pm (no café on: Sep 8, Oct 6, Nov 10, Dec 1)

                                                                                                                                                             Grad
                                                                               Youth staff will be on site to ensure all participants have a fun                   es
                                                                                                                                                              5 -7
      Pre-Teen Dance                                                               and exciting experience. Tickets are $5 at the door
                                                                                   Friday October 27 2017 7:00pm-8:45pm

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POTTERY
POTTERY
                   MON                          TUES                    WED                     THUR                       FRI                      SAT

                                                                                                                                              Parent and
                                                                                                                     Clay Play               Child Pottery
                                                                                           Clay Play               Social Pottery              with Rochelle
                                                                                         Social Pottery               with Rochelle
                                                                                             with Rebecca                                     9:30am - 11:00am
                                                                                                                     3:30pm - 5:00pm
                                                                                           3:30pm - 5:00pm

                                                                                                                                                Wheel
                                                                                                                                              Throwing
             Teen Pottery                                                                                                                   Beginner and
                 with Kate                                                                                                                  Intermediate
              4:00pm - 6:00pm                                                                                                                  with Rochelle
                                                                                  Pottery                                                     11:30am - 2:30pm
                                                                              Handbuilding
                                                               Wheel Throwing  and Wheel
                                                                and Pottery     with Rebecca
              Ceramics                                            Design       6:30pm - 9:30pm                     Students, drop-in and pottery club members
             Pottery Clay                                        Advanced                                          purchase clay from instructor or Studio
                 with Kate                                          with Rochelle
                                                                                                                   Manager. No outside clay permitted. Tool kits
              6:30pm - 9:30pm                                      6:30pm - 9:30pm
                                                                                                                   and BatMates available for purchase.

          Wheel Throwing - Mini                                                          Wheel Throwing - Beginner and Intermediate
          Rochelle Davidson                                                              Rochelle Davidson
          For those wishing to increase their throwing skills and refine a form          In a focused and creative class, start with coiling and pinching methods,
          through focused drills, repetition and individual assignments. Previous        then learn and practice basic wheel techniques. Learn about clay forms,
          throwing experience required. Students purchase clay from instructor.          aesthetics and notions of beauty. The emphasis is on skill acquisition
          Wed 6:30pm - 9:30pm                        Sep 13, Mon Sep 18, Mon Sep 25      versus production through guided pricing. Basic finishing and surface
          $72/ 3 sessions                                                   129252       treatments will be covered. Students purchase clay from instructor.
                                                                                         Sat 11:30am - 2:30pm                                     Sep 16 - Nov 25*
          Ceramics Pottery Clay                                                          $216/9 sessions (*no class Oct 28, Nov 11)                        127062
          Kate Metten
          This is an introductory ceramics workshop. Learn basic ceramic skills to
          allow you to create projects out of clay. Combine handbuilding and wheel
                                                                                             Pottery - Private Lessons
          throwing. Students purchase clay from instructor.                                  Learn new skills, practice specific techniques on the wheel or
                                                                                             troubleshoot glazing and finishing challenges. Private one hour
          Mon 6:30pm - 9:30pm                                        Oct 16 - Dec 11*
                                                                                             lessons are scheduled during studio drop-in times. View instructor
          $192/8 sessions (*no class Nov 13)                                  129246
                                                                                             profiles at http://douglasparkcc.org/programs/pottery/ To register
                                                                                             contact 604-257-8130 (press #1). Instructor will be in contact to
          Wheel Throwing and Pottery Design                                                  arrange lesson time. $39/per session
          Advanced
          Rochelle Davidson
          Explore combining thrown and handbuilt clay forms, based on your own
          designs. Surface treatments and glazing covered in response to students'           Pottery Christmas Decorations                         NEW

          pottery designs. Pre-requisite: able to throw 1,000 gram+ cylinders and            Rebecca Ramsey
          bowls consistently. Students purchase clay from instructor.                        In these three classes we will make and glaze variety of Christmas
          Wed 6:30pm - 9:30pm                                        Sep 20 - Nov 29         ornaments using handbuilding techniques. Some experience with
          $264/11 sessions                                                  129284           clay is recommended. Students purchase clay from instructor.
                                                                                             6:30pm - 9:30pm                     Wed Dec 6, Thu Dec 7, Thu Dec 14
          Pottery Handbuilding and Wheel                                                     $72/3 sessions                                               131056
          Rebecca Ramsey
          This is a project based class where you will learn a variety of handbuilding
          and surface decoration techniques for making almost anything you can
          imagine. Suited for any skill level. Please bring your own smock, ideas and
          inspiration. Students purchase clay from instructor.
          Thu 6:30pm - 9:30pm                                        Sep 14 - Nov 30*
          $264/11 sessions (*no class Oct 12)                                 127045

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POTTERY
Kids
Pottery                                                                           Pottery Club
Parent and Child Pottery                                                              The Pottery Club program is designed to continue the
Rochelle Davidson                                                               learning process started in Douglas Park pottery classes and to
A fun, creative class where children and parents focus on process,
                                                                                 develop pottery skills through practice and experimentation.
exploration and experimentation with clay. Please bring a smock.                   It is a place where hobby potters can exchange ideas and
Sat 9:30am - 11:00am                                  Sep 16 - Nov 25*
                                                                                cultivate a sense of place in the Douglas Park community. This
$162/9 sessions (*no class Oct 28, Nov 11)                     127037            non-instructional program is for current and former Douglas
                                                                                 Park Pottery students who are ready to work on their own and
Clay Play Social Pottery                                    6-12 yrs                understand and follow Studio Practices and Procedures.
Join us for afterschool clay social class. Personal creativity and ideas        Minimum Pre-requisite: Completion of 2 Douglas Park Pottery
guide the pottery projects and techniques to make them real. Please
                                                                                      courses and/or approval by Studio Manager.
bring a smock.
Rebecca Ramsey                                                                              Studio Orientation Fee: $30 #127050
Thu 3:30pm - 5:00pm                                   Sep 14 - Nov 30*                    $200 Fall 2017 (Sep 5 - Dec 23) #127046
$132/11 sessions (*no class Oct 12)                            126986
                                                                                          The above fees include: • A drop-in scan card
Rochelle Davidson
Fri 3:30pm - 5:00pm                                    Sep 15 - Nov 24
                                                                                      • Firings, as detailed in the Drop-in Pottery program
$132/11 sessions                                              131213                       agreement • Use of studio glazes and slips
                                                                                  Clay must be purchased from front desk and distributed by
Teen Pottery               NEW                            13-18 yrs                Studio Manager. Commercial or production pottery is not
Kate Metten
                                                                                 permitted. Centre closed on statutory holidays and subject to
Each student will develop basic handbuilding and wheel throwing                            change. See studio bulletin for updates.
skills. Clay included in fee.
Mon 4:00pm - 6:00pm                                    Oct 16 - Dec 11*                        Please contact the Studio Manager,
$128/8 sessions (*no class Nov 13)                              129248                         rochelle.davidson@vancouver.ca

    Pottery Sale
    Saturday November 18
    2pm to 5pm
Douglas Park Community Centre 801 West 22nd Avenue, Vancouver BC

         @ dp.potteryclub
Jointly operated by the Douglas Park Community Association and the Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation

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ADULT     DANCE                                                                         Essentrics             NEW
                                                                                        Jana Birkett
                                                                                        A dynamic, full body workout suitable for all fitness levels (done in bare
                                                                                        feet) that simultaneously combines stretching and strengthening while
                                                                                        engaging all 650 muscles. This class will increase flexibility and mobility
                                                                                        for a healthy, toned and pain-free body.
                                                                                        Mon 11:45am - 1:00pm                                            Sep 11 - Oct 23*
                                                                                        $75/6 sessions, $16/drop-in (*no class Oct 9)                           131981

                                                                                        Nia
                                                                                        Jana Birkett
                                                                                        Nia reaches through dance, beyond fitness and into a magical place - this
                                                                                        lyrical (dance) routine is deceptively powerful, delivering a high-powered
                                                                                        workout.
                                                                                        Mon 5:10pm - 6:20pm                                              Sep 11 - Sep 18
        Method of Modern Movement                                    NEW                $16/2 sessions                                                           127033
        Method of Modern Movement                                                       Mon 5:10pm - 6:20pm                                             Sep 25 - Dec 11*
        Method of Modern Movement (MOMM) is a conditioning class that works             $125/10 sessions, $16/drop-in (*no class Oct 9, Nov 13)                  127032
        through a flow of movements; where fitness meets the foundation of
        classical dance techniques with a Latin flare! A full body workout that works   Tap Dance Beginner
        on stability, flexibility, strength, endurance, and technique. Conditioning     Allison Berry
        movements, exercises on the mat and dance combinations with a barre.            Learn some basic tap steps and simple routines in a fun, relaxed atmosphere
        Thu 5:45pm - 6:45pm                                        Sep 14 - Dec 14*     with a friendly and patient instructor. Returning students will learn new steps.
        $164.06/13 sessions, $15/drop-in (*no class Oct 5)                  126664      Wed 7:30pm - 9:30pm                                             Sep 27 - Nov 29
                                                                                        $130/10 sessions, $15/drop-in                                          127060
        Flamenco - Beginner
        Maria Avila                                                                     Little Mountain Step ‘n Clog
        Flamenco is a dynamic art form originating from Southern Spain that is          A recreational and performance group doing traditional English step and
        now reaches a worldwide audience. Classes will focus on the fundamentals        clog dancing. Must have attended an introductory class or have experience
        of flamenco dancing. Techniques explored include basic marking steps,           with clog or tap dancing.
        grooving, arm work, floreo (hand work), zapateado (footwork), palmas            Beginner
        (clapping), and musicality.                                                     Sat 1:00pm - 2:00pm                     Sep 9, 30, Oct 14, 28, Nov 4, 18, Dec 2
        Tue 6:35pm - 7:50pm                                           Sep 5 - Oct 24    $23/7 sessions                                                         127021
        $80/8 sessions, $12/drop-in                                        126998       Intermediate
                                                                                        Sat 2:00pm - 3:00pm                        Sep 9, 30, Oct 14, 28, Nov 4, 18, Dec 2
        Flamenco - Intermediate                                                         $2.25/drop-in                                                             127022
        Maria Avila
        Classes will focus on further developing strong technique, improvising,         Waikiki Hula                NEW

        grooving, musicality, and working with the cante required.                      Lehualani Mulder
        Tue 8:00pm - 9:15pm                                           Sep 5 - Oct 24    Come experience Aloha while learning The Hula. Take a mini tropical
        $104/8 sessions, $15/drop-in                                       126999       vacation while dancing to classics by Elvis, Don Ho and other island
                                                                                        favourites. This is a fun, gentle low - impact exercise to help strengthen
        BeMoved              NEW                                                        your core and lower back. No coconut bras or hula hoops required. Please
        Anita Siu                                                                       register in advance for Free Trial.
        BeMoved is a dance fitness experience for people of all movement abilities.     Fri 11:00am - 11:45am                                                     Sep 8
        The warm-up infuses breath and movement through choreographed,                  FREE TRIAL                                                             127098
        artistic sequences that activate core strength and balance while improving      Fri 11:00am - 11:45am                                           Sep 15 - Dec 15
        flexibility and coordination. The genre section of class uses continuous        $80/14 sessions, $7/drop-in                                            127099
        engaging dance combinations to inspire anyone from first-time dancers
        to the seasoned performer. Finally, the cool-down brings your work out full
        circle, leaving you balanced in mind, body and soul- feeling rejuvenated.
        Thu 2:15pm - 3:15pm                                                  Sep 28
        FREE TRIAL                                                          132073
        Thu 2:15pm - 3:15pm                                            Oct 5 - Nov 2
        $60/5 sessions, $14/drop-in                                         132074
        Thu 2:15pm - 3:15pm                                         Nov 16 - Dec 14
        $60/5 sessions, $14/drop-in                                         132076

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EDUCATION                                                                     Earthquake Preparedness - Personal & Family

                                                                                                                                                             ADULT
                                                                               City Of Vancouver NEPP
Dog Training - Beginner - Good Canine                                          This session covers what is required to develop your family emergency
Scott Taylor                                                                   plan, how to conduct a “Home Hazard” Hunt and what to do when an
For dogs of any age from puppies to adult. We work on developing your          earthquake strikes. FREE, pre-registration necessary.
companion as a Canine Good Citizen. This is a dog that is a pleasure to        Tue 7:00pm - 8:30pm                                                 Nov 28
own, safe around children and one that you would welcome as a neighbor.        FREE                                                               126993
Classes will explore the use of petting, play and food (as reward) in
achieving these objectives.                                                      SPORTS
Thu 7:05pm - 8:05pm                                          Sep 7 - Oct 5
$100/5 sessions, $20/drop-in                                      128888
                                                                               Indoor Hockey                                                   19+ yrs
Thu 7:05pm - 8:05pm                                         Oct 12 - Nov 9     Recreational indoor ball hockey for adults. Limited drop-in spaces
$100/5 sessions, $20/drop-in                                      128889       available. Eye guards are strongly recommended.
Thu 7:05pm - 8:05pm                                        Nov 16 - Dec 14     Tue 7:45pm - 9:30pm                                          Sep 5 - Dec 19
$100/5 sessions, $20/drop-in                                      128890       $96/16 sessions, $7/drop-in                                        127016

Dog Training - Advanced - City Dog                                             Pickleball            NEW
Scott Taylor                                                                   Pickleball is a combination of Ping-Pong, tennis, and badminton and has
Builds on the foundation of the Canine Good Citizen program - advances         been enjoyed for over 20 years by people of all ages. This mini-tennis
the reliability of your dogs off-leash heeling and recall. Class provides a    game is played by 2 or 4 people on a badminton-sized court using wood
safe environment to practice around the distraction of other people and        paddle racquets and a plastic, poly baseball with holes. No experience
their dogs.                                                                    necessary, players of various levels play each week. Participants try to
Thu 8:15pm - 9:15pm                                          Sep 7 - Oct 5     match abilities when possible.
$100/5 sessions, $20/drop-in                                      128891       Mon 12:45pm - 2:15pm                                       Sep 11 - Dec 11*
Thu 8:15pm - 9:15pm                                         Oct 12 - Nov 9     $20/12 sessions, $1.90/drop-in (*no class Oct 9, Nov 13)            130735
$100/5 sessions, $20/drop-in                                      128892       Wed 12:45pm - 2:15pm                                        Sep 13 - Dec 13
Thu 8:15pm - 9:15pm                                        Nov 16 - Dec 14     $23.33/14 sessions, $1.90/drop-in                                   130737
$100/5 sessions, $20/drop-in                                      128893       Sat 11:30am - 1:00pm                  ALL AGES             Sep 16 - Dec 16*
                                                                               $20/12 sessions, $1.90/drop-in (*no class Oct 28, Dec 2)            130738

 DOUGLAS PARK COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION

                                                                               Make a difference in your community
                                                                                         We are looking for new Board Members or committee
                                                                               members to help expand our programs and further develop our services.
                                                                                 This is a great way to explore board opportunities, give back to your
                                                                                                   community and meet new friends.
                                                                                        For more information, please contact the Main Office or
                                                                                                    douglasparkcc@vancouver.ca

The purpose of the Douglas Park Community Centre Association is to             ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
improve the quality of life of Douglas Park Community residents through
                                                                               The Douglas Park Community Association Annual General Meeting (AGM)
recreation pursuits.
                                                                               is held on Wed Nov 15, 2017 at 7pm.
The Douglas Park Community Centre is operated jointly by the Board
of Parks and Recreation and the Douglas Park Community Association.            In order to vote at the AGM, you must be a member of the DPCA. Annual
The Association is a registered non-profit organization whose Board of         membership is free. Register at the front desk today.
Directors play a significant role in determining the type of programs and      OneCard is not applicable for association governance purposes and does
services offered. Over the years, we have renovated the centre, expanded       not entitle the holder to vote at the AGM. Our membership year runs from
the preschool and out-of-school care programs, as well as invested in          Sep 1- Aug 31.
facility improvements.
We continue to seek new Board Members and community members
that would like to become involved. Participate in expanding program
services, organizing events, fundraising, facility and park improvement
and addressing community needs. If you would like to become more
                                                                               Wednesday November 15, 2017 at 7pm
involved please contact 604-257-8130 (press #1) or douglasparkcc@
vancouver.ca

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