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Program & Recreational Guide
FALL + CAMPS 2021 | varietyvillage.ca
Variety Member: Ken
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COVID-19 UPDATE
We’re officially open to all members!
Variety is ready to welcome you back. Following our
safe reopening plans, we ask that all participants
follow and respect important guidelines for the health
and safety of our community. The facility continues
to operate at 50% capacity in keeping with Provincial
guidelines.
BOOK ONLINE
Our staff is using the current information and
guidelines from Provincial agencies for program Bookings are open in limited capacity. Book your time
activities. Programs may need to be changed, slot/appointment through our online portal.
moved or cancelled as the pandemic and associated
measures evolve. We ask that you be patient and For portal information contact:
understanding if changes need to be made through Jamie Sherwin, jsherwin@varietyontario.ca,
the course of the upcoming season. (416) 699-7167 extension 235
As COVID-19 is unpredictable, we will continue For more information on bookings, please visit our
to be adaptable We appreciate your patience and website, contact us directly at 416-699-7167 or email
cooperation as we are all in this together. info@varietyontario.ca.
BE IN THE KNOW!
In order to ensure you have the most accurate
and up to date information on our programs and
services we encourage you to visit our website at
Follow us!
www.varietyvillage.ca to view details, as changes to Facebook: @VarietyOntario
programs and times might take place. Instagram: @VarietyOntario
Twitter: @Variety_Ontario
For registration information contact:
Youtube: Variety Ontario
Alyssa Forrester, Program Coordinator
aforrester@varietyontario.ca
MEMBER STORY Ken loves to swim. But for him, swimming hasn’t just been an activity. It’s helped shape his life. Ken was adopted at 18 months of age through the Children’s Aid Society, and experienced trauma in the first grade due to a chaotic classroom experience. Fortunately, Ken spent time with a psychotherapist and naturopathic doctor, which helped him heal. The other large part of his healing and growth was his passion to swim. Ken has been swimming at Variety Village since he was just 18 months old, and in the fourth grade he started homeschooling, which allowed more time for his favourite passion. This is when the therapeutic benefit of swimming began to shine. When Ken enters the water, the impact is instant — becoming lighter, happier, and more relaxed. More time in the pool has helped Ken develop his self-esteem and a positive self-image even further. Being a part of Variety Village’s Flames’ swim team has helped Ken in feeling accepted and validated on his journey with mental health. In the water he feels comfortable no matter what, even if he is the only kid in the pool. The Flames Swim program is an integrated competitive swim team that provides opportunities for training and competition to swimmers at all levels, ages, stages, and abilities. The team has a long history of developing swimmers who reach provincial, national and international levels. Our swimmers focus on developing fundamental skills in preparation for competition. The Flames Swim team offers various training and program options. To learn more please contact Anna Atell, Team Manager, aatell@varietyontario.ca.
Variety - the Children’s Charity of Ontario is a charitable organization, a unique community that transforms lives through inclusive physical activity and education for every phase of life. A community-supported organization providing access to all Ontarians. Along with donations raised through various campaigns, fees for programs, services, admissions and memberships are invested right back into the organization to help maintain facilities, deliver programs, and provide fee assistance to those in need. A dedicated community delivering gym, swim, leadership and needs-driven programming. Our Variety Village facility offers need-driven programs that respond to the social and emotional needs of the community. Increasing our ability to provide accessible programming to children with disabilities in communities across Ontario is our goal. Variety’s programming breaks down barriers for children and their families and provides opportunities for all children to play. A place to connect, belong, grow and thrive. Families joining Variety demonstrate their commitment to activity and the importance of exercise on a daily basis. Alongside programs available for parents, we offer recreational and aquatics programs for children that create new connections, foster fundamental movement skills and teach basic sport skills. Our goal is to promote physical activity in an environment that is inclusive and accepting.
Programming is back this Fall! While there will be some modifications in order to comply with public health protocols, we are excited to get our members and kids back in the Fieldhouse, the pool and, thanks to the Blue Jays Foundation, onto our new baseball field ‘Field of Dreams’ in the quad - coming soon. Variety is a community space and we recognize our obligation to keep everybody feeling safe. As a result, we have implemented a vaccine policy requiring employees who work directly with the public to be fully vaccinated by September 30th. In order to support this initiative we have run vaccine clinics weekly for the month of August. We encourage our community to join in the effort to eliminate COVID. Variety Village will host the Access Expo on September 17th/18th, an in-person exhibitor conference for the disability community. The conference will host a career and education fair and showcase parasports and adaptive sports. Admission is free and proof of vaccination is required. Family-friendly, there’s something for everybody! Over the Halloween weekend, we are looking forward to a Halloween Fun Day featuring a Food Truck Festival. The two-day celebration will have music and entertainment with a costume contest and arts and crafts for the kids! We are grateful for the strong support we have received from the community over the past year and half. Karen Stintz, BA, MSC, MPA, President & CEO, Variety - the Children’s Charity of Ontario
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Contact & Hours of Operation 08 LEGEND & FEE STRUCTURE
Memberships 09 Please use this chart as a reference to
Registration Information 10 understanding the programs in this guide.
Program Sessions & Dates 11
For more information please contact:
Included Programs Schedule 12
Katie Watkins
Included Fitness Classes & Programs 13 Director, Programs
Included Fitness for Kids 14 kwatkins@varietyvillage.on.ca
Masters Programs Adult 15
Parent & Tot Programs 16
M MEMBER
Specialty Programs 17
NM Non-Member
Individual Programs 18
After School Programs 19 PD Person with a Disability
Learn to Play Programs 20 O Open Class
Fundamental Programs 21
B Beginner
Red Cross Preschool 22
N Novice
Red Cross Kids, Teens & Adults 24
Aquatics Individual Instruction 27 I Intermediate
Aquatics Certifications 32 A Advanced
Pre-Competitive Grassroots Programs 33
Variety Athletic Club 36
Camps 41
FACILITY LEADERSHIP TEAM Variety Village
Variety Village Judy Black, Manager, Membership Services
A sports, fitness and life skills facility jblack@varietyontario.ca
for people of all abilities. Katie Watkins, Director, Programs
Charitable #123625618RR0001 kwatkins@varietyontario.ca
3701 Danforth Avenue Steve Bialowas, Coach, Variety Athletic Club
Scarborough, Ontario M1N 2G2 sbialowas@varietyontario.ca
Phone (416) 699-7167 Jamie Sherwin, Facility Coordinator
Fax (416) 699-3926 jsherwin@varietyontario.ca
info@varietyontario.ca Daina Pidwerbeski, Facility/Programs Coordinator
www.varietyvillage.ca dpidwerbeski@varietyontario.ca
HOURS Brian Hay, Program Coordinator
Monday to Friday 7:00am - 10:00pm bhay@varietyontario.ca
Saturday & Sunday 7:00am - 5:00pm Alyssa Forrester, Program Coordinator
Please note all areas close 15 minutes aforrester@varietyontario.ca
prior to the facility closing.
TTC BUS ACCESS LEADERSHIP TEAM
• 12A Victoria Park Station stops at the facility Karen Stintz, President & Chief Executive Officer
• 12A Kennedy Station stops at the facility kstintz@varietyontario.ca
• 20 from Main Street Station stops at Susan Sanderson, Director, Human Resources
Birchmount and Danforth Avenue or Highview ssanderson@varietyontario.ca
and Anneke road Archie Allison, Director, Access & Awareness
• 69B Warden South from Warden Station stops aallison@varietyontario.ca
at Birchmount and Danforth Avenue Erin Rivet, Manager, Brand & Communications
erivet@varietyontario.ca
FOUNDATION Head Office Audrey Bouman, Sport Marketing & Development
Variety - the Children’s Charity of Ontario abouman@varietyontario.ca
Bringing kids off the sidelines and into the game. Chris Yaccato, Manager, Fundraising
Charitable #118955137RR0001 cyaccato@varietyontario.ca
3701 Danforth Avenue Nina Chamberlain, Special Events
Scarborough, Ontario M1N 2G2 nchamberlain@varietyontario.ca
www.varietyontario.ca Alex Turnbull, Coordinator, Event Planning
aturnbull@varietyontario.ca
Smeeta Sohanlal, Volunteer Coordinator
ssohanlal@varietyontario.ca
8 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021
MEMBERSHIPS
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP Financial Subsidies
Includes access to the facility, registered classes; Financially subsidized memberships are available
included classes and drop-in fitness. through application to Variety - the Children’s Charity.
Financial assistance is based on total household
AGE ANNUAL
income. To be considered, applicants are required
Adult 21 - 64 $599 to complete a financial assistance application
Infant/Toddler 0 - 23 months $0 form and provide documentation to confirm total
household income. For additional information,
Child 2 - 13 $350 please contact one of our Membership Services
Youth 14 - 20 $360 representatives.
Senior 65+ $360
Membership Terms/Eligibility
Family $1198 As part of the application process, membership
applicants are required to complete an application
FOUR-MONTH MEMBERSHIP and sign a waiver form. Applicants under the age
Fees for four-month memberships must be paid of 18 must have a parent or legal guardian sign on
with one payment by membership start date. their behalf. Annual memberships cancelled before
the end of the contracted period are subject to a
AGE 4-MONTH FEE
cancellation fees.
Adult 21-64 $300
Infant/Toddler 0 - 23 months $0 Annual memberships are a 12-month commitment.
Memberships cancelled during the first 12 months
Child 2-13 $175
will be converted to 4 month or a one month
Youth 14-20 $180 memberships, fees and payment due will be
adjusted to the revised prices.
Senior 65+ $180
Family $599 Four month memberships can be rolled into an
annual membership prior to the expiration date of
• Prices do not include HST the 4th month.
• Prices are subject to change
• Monthly payment option is available on annual
memberships only
• All annual memberships paid monthly include an
administration fee
• Payments must be scheduled to a credit card,
post dated cheque or pre-authorized debit from
a bank account
9 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Registration make-up classes for the time missed. Please check
Registration is subject to availability on a first-come, regularly on our website and social media accounts for
first-served basis. Registration for programs will be updates on facility restrictions and closures.
done by phone and online on the first day of registration
for persons with disabilities. General registration will be Program Cancellation
online through Variety’s registration portal. Please have Variety Ontario reserves the right to cancel or alter any
program code(s) and credit card information ready. programs, times, costs, or locations outlined in this
Registrants must reach the specified m inimum age of guide without notice, due to lack of registration, change
the program within three weeks of program start. of policy, availability of space, or instructors and special
events. Refunds are issued for course cancellations
METHODS OF PAYMENT only.
Credit Card (VISA, Master Card or American Express)
Visa Debit
Waiting Lists
In cases of full classes, we will be happy to add you to
For Your Safety the waiting list.
To ensure your health and safety, please make program
staff aware of any medical conditions, medication Transfers
requirements, behavioral issues, allergies or recent There is no transfer fee to move from one program to
surgeries. All information is treated confidentially. another or one class to another. However, transfers are
not permitted for certification programs after the first
Withdrawals and Refunds two weeks/classes.
All registration cancellations/withdrawals must be
completed prior to the start of the program’s third Non-Attendance Policy
class/day only. No refunds or credits are considered If you decide to no longer attend classes, or a medical
after this date. W
ithdrawals are prorated based on condition prevents you from attending, please call
the date of withdrawal, not based on attendance in 416 699 7167 ext. 268 to withdraw from the program.
the program. A $15 administration fee is d educted
per person, per program for all refunds, withdrawals Make up classes
and credits. Submit requests via email to Jamie at Variety is unable to accommodate make-up classes
jsherwin@varietyontario.ca. for any reason. Participants are not permitted to trade
spaces in another class to avoid missing a lesson.
Pool Fouling
Occasionally due to situations beyond our control we
may need to cancel a class at short notice as a result of
a pool fouling. We work hard to limit the amount of time
the pool is closed, however we are not able to provide
10 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021PROGRAM SESSIONS
BOOK ONLINE
We are encouraging everyone to use the online
portal to book their sessions at Variety. Our online
registration portal allows members to book a one
hour time slot for the Weight Room, Cardio Room,
Aquatics area, Fieldhouse and Fitness Classes.
REGISTRATION DATES
If you had an email on file, you would have received
an email inviting you to the portal. If you have an PERSONS WITH A DISABILITY
email address but didn’t receive the email invite or
wish to add your email to your file and get the invite, FALL September 8 - 8:00am
please contact our membership office by calling
WINTER December 8 - 8:00am
416-699-7167 extension 0 or email us at
membership@varietyontario.ca.
GENERAL
You must add a valid credit card or debit card to your
FALL September 11 - 7:30am
portal account (you will not be charged - areas are
free to book). If you do not have a credit card, please WINTER December 11 - 7:30am
call the Membership Office to book your time at 416-
699-7167 ext 0. If you make a mistake while booking Online Registration Portal link, click here
online or need to cancel a booking, please call the or visit: https://portal.varietyvillage.ca/
Community-Based Programs Included Fitness & Wellness Classes
SESSION DURATION DATES SESSION DURATION DATES
FALL 11 weeks Sept 27 - Dec 12 FALL 15 weeks Sept 6 – Dec 19
BREAK 3 weeks Dec 13 - Jan 2 BREAK 2 weeks Dec 20 – Jan 2
WINTER 10 weeks Jan 3 - Mar 13 WINTER 10 weeks Jan 3 – Mar 13
BREAK 2 weeks Mar 14 - Mar 27 BREAK 1 week Mar 14 – Mar 20
11 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021INCLUDED In your Membership
DAY TIME CLASS
9:30 - 10:30am Running Club
11:00am - 12:00noon TIME Program
Monday
1:00 - 2:00pm Aquafit
6:00 - 7:00pm Cardio & Weights
9:30 - 10:30am Body Burn
11:00am - 12:00pm Aquafit
Tuesday
1:00 - 2:00pm Chair Fitness
6:00 - 7:00pm Cardio Interval
9:30 - 10:30am Framework
1:00 - 2:00pm Aquafit
WEDNESDAY
2:30 - 3:30pm SHAPE
6:00 - 7:00pm Framework
9:30 - 10:30am Circuit Fitness
11:00am - 12:00pm Chair Fitness
Thursday
1:00 - 2:00pm Aquafit
6:00 -7 :00pm Circuits & Kick-boxing
Friday 9:30 - 10:30am Core-fit
12 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021INCLUDED Fitness Classes & Programs
TIME Program
TIME is a one hour group program. The workout is arranged in exercise stations for strengthening of everyday
activities, such as sit-to-stand, stepping up onto curbs, and walking endurance. The program assists participants
to improve balance and strengthen legs and core. Registration is required. Registration is mandatory before the
second week of classes. Start date is September 27, 2021.
FALL
Monday 11:00am-12:00pm Ages: 55+ FREE
Cardio & Weights
A combination of body weight, cardio and weight baring exercises that will sculpt your body and have you burning
calories during and long after class.
Monday 6:00-7:00pm Ages: 14+ FREE
Core-fit
An overall core conditioning class targeting your abdominal wall, glutes, hips and back to build a rock solid core,
ease lower back pain and prevent injury.
Friday 9:30-10:30am Ages: 14+ FREE
Body Burn
A full body workout designed to enhance your cardiovascular endurance, coordination and overall strength through
a variation of dynamic movements.
Tuesday 9:30-10:30am Ages: 14+ FREE
Cardio Interval
A cardio/power circuit class to mix up any workout routine. Cardio Interval is geared towards challenging
the cardiovascular system and building muscle tone. Using a variety of equipment this program focuses on
cardiovascular training, muscle strength/conditioning and abdominal work.
Tuesday 6:00-7:00pm Ages: 14+ FREE
Chair Fitness
A full hour class that is designed for people in chairs or those who require a chair to help increase stability.
Focusing on the upper body to increase strength and cardiovascular endurance.
Tuesday PD 1:00-2:00pm Ages: 14+ FREE
Thursday PD 11:00am-12:00pm Ages: 14+ FREE
13 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021Framework A combination of strength training and stretching. Re-balance your body, unlock tight joints and prevent injury using dynamic movements to improve your fitness level. Wednesday 9:30-10:30am Ages: 14+ FREE Wednesday 6:00-7:00pm Ages: 14+ FREE Circuit Fitness Take your workout intensity up a notch with a variety of stations, including strength, core and cardio. Get stronger, leaner, improve your endurance and all over fitness level. Thursday 9:30-10:30am Ages: 14+ FREE Circuits & Kick-boxing Challenge yourself to an empowering hour of fitness and fun with a mix of Kick-boxing, cardio and strength training. Punch and kick your way into a fit and toned body with this heart pumping total body workout! All fitness levels are welcome and will be accommodated. Thursday 6:00-7:00pm Ages: 14+ FREE Cardio & Weights - Low Impact This low impact fitness class will combine cardio and optional weight conditioning to increase strength and overall health. Monday 6:00-7:00pm Ages: 14+ FREE INCLUDED Fitness for Kids Cardio-Kids Let’s get active! Parents enjoy our cardio programs… now the kids can too! This active class consists of structured play and interactive games promoting team building, self-confidence, fitness and fun. Registration is required. FALL LEVEL 29608 Monday 6:00-7:00pm Ages: 4-8 FREE 29609 PD Monday 6:00-7:00pm Ages: 4-8 FREE 14 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021
Masters Programs Adult
PROGRAM ALERT!
Currently hiring, please check back in with Membership for updates on programming.
Masters Swimming: Flames
Variety Village’s Flames Master Program is an integrated swim team that provides opportunities for training and
competition to swimmers at all levels, stages, and abilities. The program includes training opportunities for those
looking to developing fundamental from learn to train to being active for life. The program includes those wanting
to improve general fitness, those looking to compete at various levels of competitions such as masters, triathlons
and ironman’s and training programs will be provided to support the individuals training throughout the season.
Head Coach: Anna Atell, aatell@varietyontario.ca
FALL
TBD Tuesday, Thursday 6:00-7:00am Ages:14+ $120
15 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021Parent & Tot Programs
Based on the Community-based program session dates.
Parent & Tot Swim & Gym
Try out this combination of our two most popular tot classes! Class will begin with parents and tots jumping in the
water to work with our Red Cross instructors on skills specific to their development level. Then, in our kids gym,
tots will be able to explore the fundamentals of movement through tummy time, discovery ball play, parachute
games, dance, and obstacle courses. This class includes 70 min. of instruction – 30 min. in the pool, 20 min.
break, 40 min. in the kids gym.
FALL
29309 Tuesday 9:00 – 10:30am Ages: 4-24 months $120
29310 Saturday 9:00 – 10:30am Ages: 4-24 months $120
29311 Saturday 9:35 – 11:10am Ages: 4-24 months $120
Teeter Tots
Have a tot that’s mastered the fundamentals offered in our regular tots’ programs? Join us in the fieldhouse where
we will begin to introduce the next level of movement. Our focus will be on running, kicking, throwing, balance, and
climbing. During the gym session parents will get to leave their tot, so we can also work on being independent in a
program and focus on playing with peers. Afterwards, both parent and tot will jump into the water and work with
our Red Cross instructors on skills specific to their development level. This class is a total of 1.5 hours – 40 min. in
the Fieldhouse, 20 min. break, 30 min. in the pool.
FALL
29312 Saturday 9:00-10:30am 2-3 years with Parent $125
Parent & Tot Learn to Swim
Parents and tots will learn how to play safely together in the water. We will introduce swimming specific skills such
as floating, glides, and blowing bubbles through play and songs. Parents will also learn how to help keep their tots
safe in an emergency.
FALL
29314 Monday 5:40 – 6:10pm Ages: 4 – 36 months $70
29315 Wednesday 6:15 – 6:45pm Ages: 4 – 36 months $70
29316 Thursday 10:00 – 10:30am Ages: 4 – 36 months $70
29317 Friday 10:00 – 10:30am Ages: 4 – 36 months $70
29318 Saturday 10:45 – 11:15am Ages: 4 – 36 months $70
16 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021Specialty Programs
Building Blocks
Participants learn effective means of communicating through play with peers and developing the skills to assist
them with their interactions in the classroom and the playground. Each week we focus on the skills relating to
certain themes (making friends, personal space, teamwork, sharing etc.) We involve interactive games, new
activities and opportunities to interact with peers on various levels, depending on the participant’s ability.
For more information please contact Alyssa Forrester at aforrester@varietyontario.ca or 416 699 7167 ext. 268.
Saturday 9:00-10:30am Ages: 4-12 $275
Saturday 11:00am-12:30pm Ages: 4-12 $275
Teen Weekend Club
Teen Weekend Club is a program for young teens with disabilities. This successful program includes gym, crafts,
cooking and group outings presented in a social atmosphere.
FALL
29613 Saturday 11:00am – 12:30pm Ages: 11-14 $100
Sport & Social
Sport & Social is a program for adults with disabilities. This successful program includes gym, crafts, cooking and
group outings presented in a social atmosphere.
FALL
29614 Saturday 1:30-4:00pm Ages: 14+ $150
Wicked Wednesday
This respite program gives participants the opportunity to swim, play cooperative activities in the fieldhouse and
participate in other activities in a social and welcoming atmosphere. Dinner is included.
FALL
29615 Wednesday 3:00-8:00pm Ages: 16+ $450
Drama
Participants of this program will take the fundamentals of drama that are taught throughout the year and use them
to develop an end of the year performance. They will also learn behind the scenes techniques to prepare for the
show. This is a full year course following all Community Based Programs start and end dates.
FALL
29621 Thursday 6:00-8:00pm Ages: 13+ $550
17 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021Individual Programs
One on One Reading
Participants’ reading abilities and comprehension skills are improved through reflection and themed activities.
One on One reading classes provide a comfortable reading environment to develop strength in making inferences,
predictions and comparisons.
FALL
29590 Monday 5:00 – 5:30pm Ages: All Ages $160
29591 Monday 5:30 – 6:00pm Ages: All Ages $160
29592 Monday 6:00 – 6:30pm Ages: All Ages $160
29593 Monday 6:30 – 7:00pm Ages: All Ages $160
29594 Monday 7:00 – 7:30pm Ages: All Ages $160
29595 Monday 7:30 – 8:00pm Ages: All Ages $160
29596 Wednesday 5:00 – 5:30pm Ages: All Ages $160
29597 Wednesday 5:30 – 6:00pm Ages: All Ages $160
29598 Wednesday 6:00 – 6:30pm Ages: All Ages $160
29599 Wednesday 6:30 – 7:00pm Ages: All Ages $160
29600 Wednesday 7:00 – 7:30pm Ages: All Ages $160
29601 Wednesday 7:30 – 8:00pm Ages: All Ages $160
One on One Fitness Conditioning in the Fieldhouse/Multi-Sensory Room
Individual instruction in the Fieldhouse to increase coordination, endurance, flexibility and fitness.
FALL LEVEL
29578 PD Monday 4:30 – 5:00pm Ages: 4+ $160
29579 PD Monday 5:00 – 5:30pm Ages: 4+ $160
29580 PD Monday 5:30 – 6:00pm Ages: 4+ $160
29581 PD Tuesday 4:30 – 5:00pm Ages: 4+ $160
29582 PD Tuesday 5:00 – 5:30pm Ages: 4+ $160
29583 PD Tuesday 5:30 – 6:00pm Ages: 4+ $160
29584 PD Wednesday 4:30 – 5:00pm Ages: 4+ $160
29585 PD Wednesday 5:00 – 5:30pm Ages: 4+ $160
29586 PD Wednesday 5:30 – 6:00pm Ages: 4+ $160
29587 PD Thursday 4:30 – 5:00pm Ages: 4+ $160
29588 PD Thursday 5:00 – 5:30pm Ages: 4+ $160
29589 PD Thursday 5:30 – 6:00pm Ages: 4+ $160
18 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021After School Programs
After School Program
Join us after school! This program gives grade school students opportunities to use after school time to be active
and engaged. Participants will swim, use the diving boards, climb the rockwall, and play other games and sports.
Our enthusiastic, qualified staff ensure a fun, safe, and inclusive environment. Staff will greet participants in the
lobby (transportation to be arranged by parents). All participants must be able to engage with the group in a 1:5
ratio. Participants can be dropped off to all community based programs such as Taekwondo, Multisport, Cardio
Kids, and all Red Cross and One-on-One Conditioning programs. Please note that registration is for the whole
session. Switching days can not be accommodated. For more information please contact Brian Hay at
bhay@varietyontario.ca or call 416 699 7167 ext 254.
FALL M NM
September 9, 2021 - $20/day $25/day
Mon-Fri 3:00-6:00pm Ages: 4-21
December 17, 2021 $95/week $120/week
19 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021Learn to Play Programs
Children in Motion Level 1
The Children in Motion program is designed to focus on the fundamentals of games and activities in a
non-competitive environment. This program also works to prepare children to participate successfully and
independently in programs.
FALL
29602 Saturday 10:00-10:45am Ages: 3-12 $70
Children in Motion Level 2
Challenging skills and new concepts are introduced. The emphasis is on individual motor skill development and
fitness. This class reinforces skills learned in Level 1 such as listening and following instructions. They will also
focus on fine and gross motor skills. Advanced skills are developed through fun and interactive games.
FALL
29603 Saturday 10:00-10:45am Ages: 3-12 $70
Children in Motion Level 3
Advanced skill development games are played. Emphasis is on teamwork and fitness.
FALL
29604 Saturday 10:00-10:45am Ages: 3-12 $70
20 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021Fundamental Programs
Variety Multi-sport program is an introduction to a range of sports and social skills that foster confidence.
Highlighting five fieldhouse sports teams; track & field, weightlifting, wheelchair basketball, Taekwondo and boccia,
children are introduced to fundamentals of each sport, with focus on agility, balance and coordination.
Multi-sport 1
Multi-Sport Level 1 is designed to introduce children to simple skills development including running, jumping and
throwing to build confidence in a non-competitive environment. Children have the opportunity to use pieces of
equipment that support skills development.
FALL
29605 Tuesday 6:00-7:00pm Ages: 3-7 $70
Multi-sport 2
Children in Multi-Sport Level 2 continue to build confidence while learning advanced skill sets in an environment
that is encouraging and inclusive. By the end of this level children should be showing interest in specific sports.
FALL
29606 Tuesday 6:00-7:00pm Ages: 4-7 $70
Multi-sport 3
Children in Multi-sport Level 3 three have attained an interest in sport and have skill sets that reflect that interest.
Children in Level 3 are invited to join grassroots sports teams of their choice and given the extra coaching support
to transition to their chosen sport.
FALL
29607 Tuesday 6:00-7:00pm Ages: 6-9 $70
Kid Fit
Sometimes children seem ready to hit the gym but are considered too young. Not anymore! This fitness program
will teach children how to work out properly and have FUN around the gym. This program builds a foundation for
participants’ future
in fitness.
FALL
29610 Wednesday 6:00-7:00pm Ages: 8-13 $70
21 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021Red Cross Preschool
As the Red Cross Swim program is based on a foundation of continuous evaluation of the required skills in each
level, Variety is not required to issue report cards for participants who are absent for four or more lessons.
Sea Otter
Preschoolers actively learn new swimming skills including assisted floats and glides through games and songs.
The fun includes learning to jump into chest deep water.
FALL
29319 Monday 4:30 – 5:00pm Ages: 3-5 years $70
29320 Tuesday 6:15 – 6:45pm Ages: 3-5 years $70
29321 Wednesday 5:05 – 5:35pm Ages: 3-5 years $70
29323 Saturday 9:00 – 9:30am Ages: 3-5 years $70
Salamander
Swimmers work on front and back floats and glides, kicks on front with a buoyant object, and are able to swim one
metre upon completion of this level.
FALL
29326 Monday 5:05 – 5:35pm Ages: 3 – 5 years $70
29327 Tuesday 5:40 – 6:10pm Ages: 3 – 5 years $70
29328 Wednesday 4:30 – 5:00pm Ages: 3 – 5 years $70
29330 Saturday 9:35 – 10:05am Ages: 3 – 5 years $70
Sunfish
Preschoolers in Sunfish work on stroke and skills progressions. Learning focuses on good judgment in and around
the water including entries and floats in deep water.
FALL
29333 Monday 5:40 – 6:10pm Ages: 3 – 5 years $70
29334 Tuesday 4:30 – 5:00pm Ages: 3 – 5 years $70
29335 Wednesday 5:40 – 6:10pm Ages: 3 – 5 years $70
29336 Thursday 6:15 – 6:45pm Ages: 3 – 5 years $70
29338 Saturday 10:10 – 10:40am Ages: 3 – 5 years $70
22 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021Crocodile
Swimmers in Crocodile, begin independent glides and kicks in deep water. Endurance is built by increasing the
distance for front and back swim to 10 metres.
FALL
29341 Monday 6:15 – 6:45pm Ages: 3 – 5 years $70
29342 Tuesday 6:50 – 7:20pm Ages: 3 – 5 years $70
29343 Wednesday 5:05 – 5:35pm Ages: 3 – 5 years $70
29345 Saturday 10:45 – 11:15am Ages: 3 – 5 years $70
Whale
In Whale, children learn to swim independently and participate in team games. They also increase their distance
swims and improve their technique for front and back swims to 15 metres.
FALL
29348 Monday 6:15 – 6:45pm Ages: 3 – 5 years $70
29349 Tuesday 5:05 – 5:35pm Ages: 3 – 5 years $70
29869 Wednesday 5:05 – 5:35pm Ages: 3 – 5 years $70
29350 Thursday 5:40 – 6:10pm Ages: 3 – 5 years $70
29352 Saturday 11:55am – 12:25pm Ages: 3 – 5 years $70
23 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021Red Cross Kids, Teens & Adults
As the Red Cross Swim program is based on a foundation of continuous evaluation of the required skills in each
level, Variety Village is not required to issue report cards for participants who are absent for four or more lessons.
Level 1
This is an entry level for children who are ready to move in shallow water. This level provides an orientation to the
water and the pool area, and introduces floats and glides with kicks. Children build their endurance by improving
distance.
FALL
29354 Monday 4:30 – 5:00pm Ages: 6-14 years $70
29355 Tuesday 6:50 – 7:20pm Ages: 6-14 years $70
29356 Thursday 4:30 – 5:00pm Ages: 6-14 years $70
29357 Saturday 10:10 – 10:40am Ages: 6-14 years $70
30118 Sunday 9:00 – 9:30am Ages: 6-14 years $70
Level 2
Level 2 helps children build foundational skills for front and back swims. Children are introduced to deep water
activities and proper use of a Personal Flotation Device (PFD). Endurance is built through flutter kicks with assisted
glides.
FALL
29360 Monday 5:05 – 5:35pm Ages: 6-14 years $70
29361 Tuesday 5:40 – 6:10pm Ages: 6-14 years $70
29362 Thursday 5:05 – 5:35pm Ages: 6-14 years $70
29363 Saturday 10:45 – 11:15am Ages: 6-14 years $70
29561 Sunday 9:35 – 10:05am Ages: 6-14 years $70
Level 3
In level 3, swimmers are introduced to the front crawl as well as the foundations for making wise choices about
where and when to swim. Sitting dives are introduced and children work on floats and changing direction.
Endurance is achieved by building strength in flutter kick and a 15-metre swim.
FALL
29366 Monday 5:40 – 6:10pm Ages: 6-14 years $70
29367 Tuesday 5:05 – 5:35pm Ages: 6-14 years $70
29368 Wednesday 5:40 – 6:10pm Ages: 6-14 years $70
29369 Thursday 5:40 – 6:10pm Ages: 6-14 years $70
29370 Saturday 11:20 – 11:55am Ages: 6-14 years $70
29372 Sunday 10:10 – 10:40am Ages: 6-14 years $70
24 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021Red Cross Kids, Teens & Adults
Level 4
In Level 4, the front crawl, back glide, and shoulder roll for the back crawl are further developed. Swimmers work
on kneeling dives, surface support, and develop a greater sense of self safety by understanding their own limits.
Endurance is built through a 25-metre swim.
FALL
29373 Monday 6:15 – 6:45pm Ages: 6-14 years $70
29374 Tuesday 5:40 – 6:10pm Ages: 6-14 years $70
29375 Thursday 6:15 – 6:45pm Ages: 6-14 years $70
29376 Saturday 11:20 – 11:55am Ages: 6-14 years $70
Level 5
Level 5 introduces swimmers to the back crawl along with sculling skills and the whip kick on the back swim.
Children try striding dives and receive an introduction to safe boating skills. Endurance is developed through the
dolphin kick and a 50-metre swim.
FALL
29378 Monday 6:50 – 7:20pm Ages: 6-14 years $70
29379 Tuesday 6:15 – 6:45pm Ages: 6-14 years $70
29380 Wednesday 5:05 – 5:35pm Ages: 6-14 years $70
29381 Saturday 11:55am – 12:25pm Ages: 6-14 years $70
Level 5/6
Swimmers in Levels 5 and 6 work on their level-specific skills. This class is great for those swimmers who are close
to completing their Level 5 or need a bit of extra support working on their Level 6. Level 5 introduces the back crawl,
sculling skills, and the whip kick on the back swim. Children learn stride dives and receive an introduction to safe
boating skills. Endurance is developed through the dolphin kick and a 50 metre swim. Swimmers in level 6 continue
to refine their front and back crawl. The elementary backstroke is also introduced. Children learn safety on ice,
elementary rescues of others with throwing assists, treading water and front dives. Endurance is built through a
75-metre swim.
FALL
29383 Thursday 5:40 – 6:10pm Ages: 6-14 years $70
25 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021Red Cross Kids, Teens & Adults
Level 6
Swimmers in Level 6 continue to refine their front and back crawl. The elementary backstroke is also introduced.
Children learn safety on ice, elementary rescues of others with throwing assists, treading water and front dives.
Endurance is built through a 75-metre swim.
FALL
29384 Monday 7:25 – 7:55pm Ages: 6-14 years $70
29385 Tuesday 6:50 – 7:20pm Ages: 6-14 years $70
29386 Wednesday 5:40 – 6:10pm Ages: 6-14 years $70
29387 Saturday 11:55am – 12:25pm Ages: 6-14 years $70
Level 7/8
Swimmers in Levels 7 and 8 work on their level specific skills. Swimmers in Level 7 continue to develop their skills
and endurance for front crawl, back crawl, elementary back stroke, and are introduced to the whip kick on the front
swim. Children learn about airway and breathing obstructions. Endurance is built through timed treading water and
a 150 metre swim. Level 8 provides an introduction to the breaststroke, foot first surface dives and rescue entries.
Children learn about the dangers of open water, hypothermia, and performance of rescue breathing on children and
adults. Endurance is built through learning the dolphin kick and a 300-metre swim.
FALL
29389 Monday 5:05 – 5:50pm Ages: 6-14 years $95
29390 Wednesday 6:15 – 7:30pm Ages: 6-14 years $95
29391 Saturday 9:10 – 9:55am Ages: 6-14 years $95
Level 9/10
Swimmers in Levels 9/10 work on their level specific skills. In Level 9, swimmers continue to refine the front
crawl, back crawl, elementary backstroke and breaststroke. In this level, swimmers are encouraged to combine
different strokes and kicks for fitness. They also work on head-first shallow dives, standing dives, and learn about
wise choices, peer influences, and self rescue from ice. Endurance is built through a 400-metre swim. In Level
10, swimmers have a final assessment of their strokes for technique and distance (front crawl 100m, back crawl
100m, elementary backstroke 50m, breaststroke 50m, and sidestroke 25m). Swimmers learn about sun safety,
rescue of others from ice and head first and feet first surface dives. Endurance is built using vertical dolphin kick
and a 500-metre swim.
FALL
29393 Monday 5:55 – 6:40pm Ages: 6-14 years $95
29394 Wednesday 7:40 – 8:25pm Ages: 6-14 years $95
29395 Saturday 11:05 – 11:50am Ages: 6-14 years $95
26 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021Aquatics Individual Instruction
One-on-One Conditioning Aquatics: Persons with a Disability (Shallow End)
One-on-One Conditioning classes are a great way to learn and improve your swimming, fitness, flexibility and
mobility skills. The lessons are 30 minutes long and held at the appropriate depth and are tailored to the swimmer’s
individual needs.
FALL LEVEL
29458 PD Monday 6:15 – 6:45pm $160
29404 PD Monday 6:50 – 7:20pm $160
29405 PD Monday 7:25 – 7:55pm $160
29406 PD Tuesday 4:30 – 5:00pm $160
29407 PD Tuesday 7:25 – 7:55pm $160
29410 PD Wednesday 6:15 – 6:45pm $160
29863 PD Wednesday 6:50 – 7:20pm $160
29564 PD Wednesday 7:25 – 7:55pm $160
29412 PD Thursday 4:30 – 5:00pm $160
29413 PD Thursday 4:30 – 5:00pm $160
29414 PD Thursday 5:05 – 5:35pm $160
29415 PD Thursday 5:05 – 5:35pm $160
29416 PD Thursday 5:40 – 6:10pm $160
29417 PD Thursday 6:15 – 6:45pm $160
29418 PD Thursday 6:50 – 7:20pm $160
29419 PD Thursday 6:50 – 7:20pm $160
29420 PD Saturday 9:00 – 9:30am $160
29555 PD Saturday 9:35 – 10:05am $160
29426 PD Saturday 12:30 – 1:00pm $160
One-on-One Conditioning Aquatics: Persons with a Disability (Deep End)
One-on-One Conditioning classes are a great way to learn and improve your swimming, fitness, flexibility and
mobility skills. The lessons are 30 minutes long and held at the appropriate depth and are tailored to the swimmer’s
individual needs.
FALL LEVEL
29511 PD Monday 7:25 – 7:55pm $160
29563 PD Monday 8:00 – 8:30pm $160
29436 PD Tuesday 7:25 – 7:55pm $160
29437 PD Wednesday 4:30 – 5:00pm $160
27 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021Aquatics Individual Instruction
One-on-One Conditioning Aquatics: Persons with a Disability (Deep End) Continued
FALL LEVEL
29441 PD Thursday 4:30 – 5:00pm $160
29442 PD Saturday 9:00 – 9:30am $160
29443 PD Saturday 9:35 – 10:05am $160
29446 PD Saturday 12:30 – 1:00pm $160
One-on-One Conditioning Aquatics: Persons with a Disability (Deep End or Shallow End)
One-on-One Conditioning classes are a great way to learn and improve your swimming, fitness, flexibility and
mobility skills. The lessons are 30 minutes long and held at the appropriate depth and are tailored to the swimmer’s
individual needs.
FALL LEVEL
29457 PD Monday 4:30 – 5:00pm $160
29401 PD Monday 5:05 – 5:35pm $160
29432 PD Monday 8:00 – 8:30pm $160
29459 PD Tuesday 4:30 – 5:00pm $160
29575 PD Tuesday 5:05 - 5:35pm $160
29462 PD Tuesday 8:00 – 8:30pm $160
29536 PD Tuesday 8:00 – 8:30pm $160
29468 PD Wednesday 4:30 – 5:00pm $160
29470 PD Wednesday 6:50 – 7:20pm $160
29565 PD Wednesday 7:25 – 7:55pm $160
29471 PD Wednesday 8:00 – 8:30pm $160
29478 PD Thursday 7:25 – 7:55pm $160
29479 PD Thursday 7:25 – 7:55pm $160
29480 PD Thursday 7:25 – 7:55pm $160
29481 PD Thursday 7:25 – 7:55pm $160
29482 PD Thursday 8:00 – 8:30pm $160
29483 PD Thursday 8:00 – 8:30pm $160
29484 PD Thursday 8:00 – 8:30pm $160
29485 PD Thursday 8:00 – 8:30pm $160
29486 PD Thursday 4:30 – 5:00pm $160
29547 PD Saturday 12:30 – 1:00pm $160
29493 PD Saturday 12:30 – 1:00pm $160
29502 PD Sunday 9:00 – 9:30am $160
28 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021Aquatics Individual Instruction
One-on-One Conditioning Aquatics: Persons with a Disability (Deep End or Shallow End) Continued
FALL LEVEL
29503 PD Sunday 9:35 – 10:05am $160
29504 PD Sunday 10:45 – 11:15am $160
29505 PD Sunday 10:45 – 11:15am $160
29506 PD Sunday 11:20 – 11:55am $160
29507 PD Sunday 11:20 – 11:55am $160
29572 PD Sunday 11:55am – 12:25pm $160
30121 Sunday 12:30 – 1:00pm $160
29 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021Aquatics Individual Instruction
Private Swim Lessons - Shallow End
Private swim lessons are a great way to learn and improve your swimming, fitness, flexibility and mobility. Lessons
are held for 30 minutes at the appropriate depth and are tailored to the swimmer’s individual needs.
FALL
29508 Monday 4:30 – 5:00pm Ages: 18mths+ $275
29509 Monday 6:50 – 7:20pm Ages: 18mths+ $275
29510 Monday 6:50 – 7:20pm Ages: 18mths+ $275
29513 Monday 8:00 – 8:30pm Ages: 18mths+ $275
29514 Tuesday 6:15 – 6:45pm Ages: 18mths+ $275
29515 Tuesday 7:25 – 7:55pm Ages: 18mths+ $275
29517 Wednesday 6:15 – 6:45pm Ages: 18mths+ $275
29518 Wednesday 6:50 – 7:20pm Ages: 18mths+ $275
29519 Wednesday 6:50 – 7:20pm Ages: 18mths+ $275
29531 Thursday 6:15 – 6:45pm Ages: 18mths+ $275
29532 Thursday 6:50 – 7:20pm Ages: 18mths+ $275
29533 Thursday 6:50 – 7:20pm Ages: 18mths+ $275
30119 Saturday 11:20 – 11:55am Ages: 18mths+ $275
Private Swim Lessons - Deep End
Private swim lessons are a great way to learn and improve your swimming, fitness, flexibility and mobility. Lessons
are held for 30 minutes at the appropriate depth and are tailored to the swimmer’s individual needs.
FALL
29529 Tuesday 5:40 – 6:10pm Ages: 18mths+ $275
29516 Wednesday 4:30 – 5:00pm Ages: 18mths+ $275
29522 Thursday 5:05 – 5:35pm Ages: 18mths+ $275
29524 Saturday 11:55am – 12:25pm Ages: 18mths+ $275
30 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021Private Swim Lessons (Deep or Shallow)
Private swim lessons are a great way to learn and improve your swimming, fitness, flexibility and mobility. Lessons
are held for 30 minutes at the appropriate depth and are tailored to the swimmer’s individual needs.
FALL
29562 Monday 7:25 – 7:55pm Ages: 18mths+ $275
29512 Monday 8:00 – 8:30pm Ages: 18mths+ $275
29537 Tuesday 8:00 – 8:30pm Ages: 18mths+ $275
29530 Wednesday 8:00 – 8:30pm Ages: 18mths+ $275
29340 Sunday 10:10 – 10:40am Ages: 18mths+ $275
29892 Sunday 11:55am – 12:25pm Ages: 18mths+ $275
31020 Sunday 12:30 – 1:00pm Ages: 18mths+ $275
31 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021Intro to Aquatics Certifications
Junior Lifeguard Club
This class is for children and youth who can swim at least 25 metres and tread water for two minutes. The Junior
Lifeguard Club is for those who are quick learners, between levels or programs and thrive in energetic learning
environments.
FALL
29397 Wednesday 8:00– 8:30pm Ages: 10-16 $115
29398 Wednesday 7:25 – 7:55pm Ages: 10-16 $115
32 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021Pre-Competitive Grassroots Programs
LEGEND
G - General PD - Person with Disability B - Beginner N - Novice I - Intermediate A - Advanced
Taekwondo Grassroots - Kids
With emphasis on introducing routines and structures in an environment that is fun and positive. This program is
for white and yellow belts.
BEGINNERS (B) Recommended for White Belts
NOVICE (N) Yellow, Orange Belts
INTERMEDIATE (I) Recommended for Green & Blue
ADVANCED (A) Recommended for Red & Black Belts
FALL LEVEL
29279 B Monday 5:00-5:45pm Ages: 4-10 $75
29280 N, I Wednesday 5:00-5:45pm Ages: 4-10 $75
29281 B Saturday 11:00am-11:40am Ages: NEW! 4-7 $75
30130 B, N, I Saturday 12:00pm-12:45pm Ages: 4-10 $75
Taekwondo - 1st year
With emphasis on introducing routines and structures in an environment that is fun and positive. This program is
for white and yellow belts. Please note a parent/guardian must be present and may assist participant in class.
BEGINNERS (B) *recommended for White & Yellow Stripe
FALL LEVEL
29282 PD, B Monday 6:00-6:45pm Ages: 6+ $75
Taekwondo - 2nd year
This intermediate program continues to develop acquired martial art skills. Emphasis is on following directions
and good etiquette in an environment that is safe and inclusive. This program is for orange belts and higher. Please
note a parent/guardian must be present and may assist participant in class.
NOVICE (N) *Yellow, Orange Belts
INTERMEDIATE (I) *Green & Blue Belts
FALL LEVEL
29283 PD, N, I Wednesday 6:00-6:45pm Ages: 9+ $75
33 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021Taekwondo - 3rd year - Advanced Only
This advanced program encourages greater involvement through Taekwondo. Emphasis is on personal bests,
leadership and integration.
ADVANCED (A) *recommended for Red & Black Belts
FALL LEVEL
29285 PD, I, A Wednesday 7:00-8:00pm Ages: 9+ $75
Taekwondo - Recreational Youth/Teen/Adult
This integrated recreational program provides environment for all stages of development. Emphasis on Taekwondo
curriculum, fundamentals, and long term participation.
BEGINNERS (B) *recommended for White Belts
NOVICE (N) *Yellow, Orange Belts
INTERMEDIATE (I) *recommended for Green & Blue
ADVANCED (A) *recommended for Red & Black Belts
FALL LEVEL
29286 B, N Monday 7:00-7:45pm Ages: 11+ $75
29287 N, I, A Wednesday 7:00-8:00pm Ages: 11+ $75
29288 B, N, I, A Saturday 1:00-2:00pm Ages: 11+ $75
Volt Hockey
At beginner level, this new sport introduces youngsters with varied mobility to the game of electric hockey!
Played by more than 50 teams internationally; Denmark, Norway, Sweden and now here at Variety! The one-hour
class teaches players the fundamentals of sport, the skills of the game and how to play using the motorized Volt
Hockey chair. Intermediate and Advanced levels will continue to focus on the rules of the game and train towards
competitions. You must be have a membership with Variety to enroll in the program. For more information about
registration please contact Steve Bialowas at sbialowas@varietyontario.ca.
FALL LEVEL M
29291 B Saturday 2:00-4:00pm Ages: 7+ $120
Flames Pre-Competitive
PROGRAM ALERT! Currently hiring for a Team Coach, please check back in with Membership for updates on
progamming.
Wheelchair Basketball
This program provides beginners and experienced players the opportunity to compete in organized, timed and
officiated games. Games take place in a recreational setting. Wheelchairs are provided.
FALL LEVEL
29292 G Saturday 11:00am-1:00pm Ages: 12+ $120
34 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021Soccer
An introduction the game soccer. The participants will learn the fundamentals of the game. They will also learn new
soccer skills and improve their techniques. They will get to apply the strategies they learn into game play at the end
of each class.
FALL LEVEL
30133 B Saturday 10:00-11:00am Ages: 10-12 $75
Weightlifting
This is the ideal program for youth looking for strength training and an introduction to Olympic Weightlifting. It’s
also an excellent program for young athletes already training in a specific sport who are looking to increase overall
athletic performance and self-confidence.
FALL LEVEL
29293 G Tuesday 5:00-6:00pm Ages: under 15 $75
29294 G Saturday 9:00-10:00am Ages: under 15 $75
Track - Level 1
This program aligns itself with Athletics Canada’s Long Term Athlete Development (LTAD) model stage 2 –
Fundamentals. The session provides children an introduction to the fundamental skills of running, jumping and
throwing using modified track and field equipment and Athletics Canada’s Run Jump Throw Wheel (RJTW)
program. The focus of this program is development of speed and agility in a safe environment (speed in a variety of
directions). There are limited and optional opportunities to compete with other children of similar age and skill level.
FALL LEVEL
29295 B Tuesday 5:00-6:00pm Ages: 7-9 $75
Track - Level 2
This program aligns itself with Athletics Canada’s LTAD model stage 3: Learning to Train. Athletes interested in this
program are registering for two classes / week. Athletes train across all disciplines (sprints/hurdles; vertical (long
jump only); horizontal (high jump only); throws) and have the option of competing. At this stage greater emphasis is
placed on technique, postural balance; all of which contribute to better biomechanics and improved performance.
The sessions are structured, with an outlined practice schedule. The trainable skills of the ABC’s continue to be
developed while “general” talent identification begins through monitoring trials dispersed throughout each session.
FALL LEVEL
29296 B Thursday & Sunday 5:00-6:00pm & 9:30-10:30am Ages: 9-12 $130
35 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021Variety Athletic Club
The Variety Athletic Club gives children and youth of all abilities the chance to be active, competitive and discover
their potential. Since 1982, the teams have provided the perfect training ground for athletes who go on to compete
at Paralympic, Special Olympic and Olympic games. Variety athletes attend regular competitions at home and
across Ontario, Canada and North America.Currently there are 224 athletes participating on seven VVAC teams
training an average of 10 hours per week.
It is recommended that young athletes interested in • Introduce and teach the etiquette of sport
registering for the Introduction to Sport programs have • Introduce and teach proper form, technique and
participated in our Multi-sport and/or the Grassroots movement of sport
programs. Athletes considering the VVAC teams • Build confidence and skill set
without having enrolled in the above programs, will
require a recommendation from the team head coach. For more information please contact:
Katie Watkins
The programs follow a training model focusing on age kwatkins@varietyontario.ca
and stage development under the Canadian Sport for
Life Long Term Athlete Development model (LTAD).
36 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021Wheelchair Basketball
For the past 30 years, Variety has run an integrated wheelchair basketball team. With the focus on teaching
athletes the skills necessary to play wheelchair basketball, the club also provides competition opportunities by
attending local and regional games. Over the years, team members and coaches have attained great milestones -
the latest being the Men’s and Women’s Canadian Wheelchair Basketball Teams representing Canada at the 2012
and 2016 Paralympic Games and the 2015 Parapan Am Games
in Toronto.
Head Coach: Stephen Bialowas, sbialowas@varietyontario.ca
Head Coach of the Rolling Rebels
NCCP Level 4 Coach
Diploma in High Performance Coaching
MONDAY 7:00-9:00pm
WEDNESDAY 7:00-9:00pm
SATURDAY 9:00-11:00am
Track & Athletics
Aligned with Athletic Canada’s LTAD stages, VVAC Athletics offers training that supports the athlete’s event
specialty. Depending on the stage of development, athletes begin to be streamed into the event group area
(throws, jumps, sprints, endurance or wheelchair events) where they can experience success. Speed, strength,
aerobic capacity and power are optimized based on the event requirement. The annual training plans are built
around the indoor and outdoor athletic season. Club athletes are
committed to regular training and competition at the provincial,
national and international levels.
Head Coach: Jamal Miller, jmiller@varietyontario.ca
Certified Club Coach - Sprints and Hurdles
Specialty in Biomechanics
TUESDAY 6:00-8:00pm
THURSDAY 6:00-8:00pm
SUNDAY 10:30am-1:00pm
37 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021Taekwondo Academy
Since 1992, Variety Ontario has provided martial arts classes
for students of all ages and abilities. Under the curriculum
and guidelines of the Young Choung Taekwondo™ Academy,
this specialized program is ideal for recreational and
competitive streams, with the main focus on Taekwondo’s
sport principles. With its own separate entrance located at the
south end of the building, the space is equipped with Olympic
Taekwondo approved floor mats, and training equipmment.
Our qualified coaching staff develop under the National
Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) Our program focuses
on competition introduction and long term development. The
advanced program offers pathways for taekwondo players,
coaches, instructors and officials from developmental to
High Performance.
Head Coach: Master Rommel Cabanatan, ChPC,
rcabanatan@varietyontario.ca
Chartered Professional CoachNCCP
Diploma in High Performance Coaching
Provincial & National Team Coach
International Referee
Master Coach Developer & Coach MentorFormer Member of
the (ON) Provincial, (CAF/CISMM) Military and (CAN) Canadian
National Teams
LEARN TO TRAIN
LEVEL
TRAIN TO TRAIN
Tuesday I, A 5:30-6:45pm Ages: 4-11 Standard Curriculum
Thursday I, A 5:30-6:45pm Ages: 4-11 Technical Training
Saturday I, A 9:00-10:45am Ages: All Ages Integrated
LEARN TO TRAIN
LEVEL
TRAIN TO TRAIN*
Tuesday I, A 7:00-8:30pm Ages: 12+ Standard Curriculum
Thursday I, A 7:00-8:30pm Ages: 12+ Technical Training
Saturday I, A 9:30-10:45am Ages: All Ages Integrated
38 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021Flames Swim Team
PROGRAM ALERT!
Currently hiring for a Team Coach, please check back in with Memebership for updates on progamming.
The Flames Swim Team is an integrated competitive speed swim team that provides training and competition
opportunities for swimmers at all levels, ages, stages and abilities. The team has a long history of developing
swimmers who reach provincial, national and international levels. The program focuses on developing the
necessary fundamental skills which are required to be a competitive athlete. Dryland training for the 7 and 5 day
programs with the Strength and Conditioning coach is to be scheduled individually.
Team Manager: Anna Atell, aatell@varietyontario.ca
39 FALL PROGRAMS + CAMPS 2021Sunshine Swim Team
The Sunshine Swim Team is the only team at Variety Ontario dedicated exclusively to individuals with intellectual
disabilities. Our coaches work to ensure that athletes train toward c ompetitive swimming in an environment that
is supportive and inclusive. The 10-month training season is full of opportunities, including training camps and
competitions. Part of Special Olympics Ontario, the team has well-developed relationships with other competitive
teams across the province. New athletes interested in joining the team are
asked to meet with the coach. Athletes must be able to complete 25 meter
swim free and back stroke, vertical kick for 30 seconds and demonstrate
independence.
Contact: Archie Allison, aallison@varietyontario.ca
MONDAY 6:30-8:00pm
WEDNESDAY 6:30-8:00pm
THURSDAY 6:30-8:00pm
Weightlifting
Olympic Weightlifting trains the athlete for functional strength and utilizing the body’s major muscle groups.
Athletes are introduced and train toward two Olympic lifting techniques - the snatch and the clean and jerk.
Training involves quality repetitions and building body strength. The training season runs 12 months of the year
with the competition season starting in the summer months.
Head Coach: Abdallah Alsebaai, aalsebaai@varietyontario.ca
Level 3 Certified Coach
International Ranked Weightlifter Competition Director of the
2011 Canadian Senior Weightlifting Championships, 2012 Canadian
Junior Weightlifting Championships and the 2014 Pan American Masters
Weightlifting Championships
MONDAY 6:00-8:00pm
TUESDAY 6:30-8:30pm
WEDNESDAY 6:00-8:00pm
FRIDAY 6:00-8:00pm
SATURDAY 12:00-2:00pm
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