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RECREATION GUIDE SPRING / SUMMER 2019 Resort Municipality of Whistler
Resort Municipality of Whistler
SPRING / SUMMER 2019
RECREATION GUIDE
Available online March 8 2019 at whistler.ca/recreation
                                                                               NOTE
                                                                              REGISTRATION
                                                                               DATE & TIME

                                                                                                  Photo: Justa Jeskova
            RESIDENT REGISTRATION                     NON-RESIDENT REGISTRATION
            Online registration begins:                     Online registration begins:
        Saturday, March 16 at 11:00 a.m.                Saturday, March 23 at 11:00 a.m.
       Registration in person/phone starts             Registration in person/phone starts
        Sunday, March 17 at 9:00 a.m. at                Sunday, March 24 at 9:00 a.m. at
  Meadow Park Sports Centre 604-935-(PLAY) 7529   Meadow Park Sports Centre 604-935-(PLAY) 7529

Resort Municipality of Whistler
whistler.ca/recreation
RECREATION GUIDE SPRING / SUMMER 2019 Resort Municipality of Whistler
Mirae Campbell
                                                                                                                   General
                                                                                                               Information

Corporate and Community                                                                                    Contents
Services Department                                                                                        Mayor’s Message
                                                                                                           Financial Assistance Programs
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                                                                                                                                                             4
Recreation Department Staff                                                                                Whistler Public Library		                         6
Roger Weetman | Manager of Recreation            rweetman@whistler.ca      604-935-8355                    Registration & Administration                     7
                                                                                                           Early Years                                       8
Community Schools and Other Facilities                                                                     Children                                      12
Julie Cummings | Recreation Programmer                                                                     Physical Literacy                             17
                                                 jcummings@whistler.ca     604-935-8370
(Kids on the Go and Summer Camp Programs)                                                                  Summer Camps                                  20
Pam Deane | Recreation Programmer                                                                          Whistler’s Youth Centre                       28
                                                 pdeane@whistler.ca        604-935-8371
(Preschool, Camp & Child General)
                                                                                                           First Aid and CPR                             29
Stephanie Nicoll-Russell | Community Projects
Coordinator and Whistler Olympic Plaza           snicoll@whistler.ca       604-935-8375
                                                                                                           Aquatics                                      31
Supervisor                                                                                                 Adult Programs and Fitness                    44
Caroline Stroud | Youth Programmer               cstroud@whistler.ca       604-935-8187                    Squash and Basketball                         56
Graham McFetridge | LUNA Programmer              gmcfetridge@whistler.ca   604-935-8372                    Arena                                         59
                                                                                                           Facility Bookings                             63
Meadow Park Sports Centre (MPSC)                                                                           Birthday Party Information                    65
Kiersten Davis | Guest Services Supervisor       kdavis@whistler.ca        604-935-8353                    Recreation Directory                          66
Gary Grant | Maintenance Supervisor              ggrant@whistler.ca        604-935-8358

Christine Burns | Program Services Supervisor    cburns@whistler.ca        604-935-8369
                                                                                                           Meadow Park Sports
Jon Pollard | Aquatics Programmer                jpollard@whistler.ca      604-935-8357
                                                                                                           Centre Shutdown Dates:
Sylvie Allen | Fitness Programmer                sallen@whistler.ca        604-935-8356

Marie-Anne Prevost | Fitness Programmer          maprevost@whistler.ca     604-935-8356                    WHOLE FACILITY
                                                                                                           Closed Monday, August 19 2019
Community Facility Bookings                                                                                ALL FACILITIES EXCEPT POOL
Melissa Kish | Indoor Facilities Coordinator     mkish@whistler.ca         604-935-8468                    Re-open Tuesday, September 3 2019
                                                                                                           at 6:00 a.m.*
Petra Gier | MPSC Facility Booking Coordinator   pgier@whistler.ca         604-935-8366
                                                                                                           POOL REOPENS
                                                                                                           Re-open Tuesday, September 24 2019
                                                                                                           at 6:00 a.m.
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                                                                                                           based on renovation project timelines.
RECREATION GUIDE SPRING / SUMMER 2019 Resort Municipality of Whistler
Message
                                                                                                    from the
                                                                                                       Mayor
Welcome to the Resort Municipality of Whistler’s Spring/Summer Recreation Guide.
As we round out another winter with spring skiing and riding, I hope browsing through the overflowing pages in this spring/
summer guide gets you and the whole family excited about the diverse range of activities and programs on offer in the warmer
months.
There is soccer on our pitches, hockey at the arena, art with your kids at Myrtle Phillip Community Centre, fitness classes at
Meadow Park Sports Centre, book clubs and learning opportunities at Whistler Public Library, dedicated youth-only space and
activities at Whistler’s Youth Centre, and so much more.
The RMOW is committed to supporting quality recreation programs and services that inspire everyone to get involved.
During the school holidays, we see the return of many terrific summer camps. Kids can join for a day or a week and are sure to
make memories of a lifetime and get active as they enjoy rock climbing, hikes through Whistler parks, and pirate-themed days
with friends, old and new.
The RMOW is also pleased to have our recently introduced online recreation system available, making it easier to search for
programs and classes, while also keeping your family’s accounts together on one screen, and tracking your activity history.
Many of you have set up a new online account which you can access anytime via the MyRecreation link on the whistler.ca
website. If you haven’t yet, get ready for registration day by setting up your new online account in advance.
The RMOW offers many affordable opportunities to be active and play in Whistler. There are financial assistance programs on
offer to improve access to recreation programs and services. As well as “save by the day” options with discounts for non-
peak times and seasonal offerings. Whether you’re looking to meet others with the same interest, want to get involved in your
favourite sports, or you’re looking for active ways to spend time with your children, you’ll find a variety of indoor and outdoor
options at an affordable cost.
I hope to see you on the field, at the park and on the trails. Enjoy!

Mayor Jack Crompton

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Financial
                                                                                                  Assistance
                                                                                                   Programs
KIDSPORT Whistler
Financial Assistance
Kidsport Whistler accepts individual applications for funding to
                                                                                Programs
assist with registration and/or equipment costs for children and
youth 5 - 18 years for registration club sport programs in Whistler.
Limited funding is also available for Pemberton. Applications
are confidential and should be made through the offices of
Whistler Community Services Society at 604-932-0113. For more
information www.mywcss.org .

Grade 5/10 Program
Council has approved the continuation of the Grade 5/10 Get Active                    FINANCIAL
                                                                                     ASSISTANCE
Program. This program provides a free membership to the Meadow Park               Canada’s best learn-to-skate program
Sports Centre for all Whistler Grade 5 and 10 students from October 1,
2018 until September 30, 2019. Research shows that by allowing youth to          Fun, focused skills for all skating sports
make their own social recreational choices they form healthy lifestyle habits      KidsArt is a new program
                                                                                        Nationally   certifiedofcoaches
                                                                                                                 financial
that last into adulthood. By offering free admission to Meadow Park Sports        assistance for arts education, available
Centre more young people are able to participate in recreational activities
                                                                                      to children living in Whistler
which will support the trend towards active living while addressing the issue        skatecanada.ca/canskate
of affordability.                                                                             Ages 5-18 years
                                                                                       Up to $200 per child annually
Jumpstart                                                  PRESENTING
                                                            PARTNER
                                                                                        Whistler
                                                                                      FOR        Skating Club
                                                                                          MORE INFORMATION
                                                                                 OR TO CHECK FINANCIAL ELIGIBILITY
The Canadian Tire Jumpstart Program is designed for
children and youth to participate in sport and recreation                           LearnPlease
                                                                                             to Skate   programs offered
                                                                                                 call: 604.932.0113
in their community. The program provides funding for
participation in sport, equipment & uniforms. The two
                                                                                      Sunday,
                                                                                   Or visit:     Monday & Thursday
                                                                                             mywcss.org/programs/kidsart
granting periods are spring and fall. To apply, please
contact a Whistler Community Services Society Outreach
                                                                                       www.whistlerskatingclub.ca
worker at 604-932-0113 by May 15th and November 15th of each year.
For an application you can go to mywcss.org/jumpstart.

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Financial
                                                                                                                                   Assistance
                                                                                                                                    Programs
Programs and Leisure Activities
Financial       Assistance Programs
for You (P.L.A.Y.)
The P. L.A.Y. program provides a service credit to Whistler residents in
financial need as determined by the RMOW.
The program is designed to allow Whistler residents, who are financially
disadvantaged, a credit which is applied to the cost of programs and
admission services.
The eligibility of individuals and families into the program is monitored by
an outside agency, Whistler Community Services Society (WCSS) to identify
those clients in need and validate their applications.
This program applies to only Resort Municipality of Whistler Recreation
                                                                                        PROGRAM
                                                                                        & LEISURE
(indoor and outdoor) Facilities and Programs. For more information contact
WCSS at 604-932-0113 or the RMOW Program Services Supervisor at
604-935-8369

                                                                                        ASSISTANCE
                                                                                        for YOU
                                                                                        Do you need $ to play?
                                                                                        The Resort Municipality of Whistler wants
                                                                                        to help you play in our recreation programs
                                                                                        and services. To find out if you qualify for
                                                                                        assistance please contact the Program
                                                                                        Services Supervisor 604-935-8369
                                                                                        or Whistler Community Services Society
                                                                                        604-932-0113.

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Whistler
                                                                                                                                   Public
                                                                                                                                  Library
The library is a FREE place that enriches our community life by creating opportunities for discovery and connection.
             To be the first to know about upcoming programs, visit whistlerlibrary.ca to sign up for our monthly adult or family newsletter.

Infant, Child & Teen Programs:                                                                                 Adult Programs:
Ongoing Programs:                                      Clubs:                                                  Visit whistlerlibrary.ca/events/adults
Music & Words: 2-5 years. Mondays, 10 a.m.
                                                                                                               for our full line-up of adult programs.
                                                       Meet once a month from September to June.
Rhyme & Song/Tots & Tadpoles: Toddlers.                Check our website for dates and times.                  Community Book Club: Last Wednesday of each
Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.                                   Registration is required!                               month. Presented in partnership with Armchair
                                                                                                               Books. 7 p.m.
Book & Craft Club 2 to 5 years. Wednesdays,            Wonder Club: An outdoor science and nature
10:30 a.m. (October through May)                       club for Grades 1 & 2. Fridays 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.         Best Picture Series: On the first and second
                                                                                                               Tuesday of May through August, we’ll be
Parent-Infant Drop-In: 0 to walking.                   Grade 3 & 4 Book Club: Your child’s first
                                                                                                               screening all all of the Academy Award Best
Thursdays, 11 a.m.                                     book club, with book discussions and literacy
                                                                                                               Picture nominated films. 7 p.m.
Preschool Story Time: 2-5 years.                       activities. Mondays 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Fridays, 10:30 a.m.                                                                                            SFU Writing Consults: First Thursday of each
                                                       Grade 5-6-7 Book Club: Creative writing, book
                                                                                                               month. Sign up for a one-on-one, 45-minute
Singing with the Babies: 0 to walking.                 trivia, and lively discussion for your young reader.
                                                                                                               coaching session with local author and SFU
Saturdays, 11 a.m.                                     Fridays 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
                                                                                                               alumna Stella Harvey. 2/3/4 p.m.
Family Together Time: All ages, parent                 Teen Book & Writing Club: A chance for teens
                                                                                                               Bike Maintenance Workshops: We’ll be teaming
directed. Saturdays, 3:30 p.m.                         to flex their creative writing muscles and discuss
                                                                                                               up with our friends at Whistler Bike Co. for a
Teen Café: Fun activities for those in grade 7         books of their choosing. Fridays 4 - 5:30 p.m.
                                                                                                               series of bike maintenance workshops! Stay
and up, in partnership with the Youth Centre.          Magic the Gathering Club: for teens and                 tuned for more details.
Second Wednesday of each month until                   tweens. Bring along your deck to meet local
                                                                                                               Barbed Choir!: Come out and sing with Whistler’s
June. Meeting every Wednesday through the              Magic: The Gathering fans and play some
                                                                                                               rock choir. No musical experience or skill
summer!                                                rounds. Visit our website for full details.
                                                                                                               necessary! Visit our website for dates, times, and
                                                       Summer Reading Club will be back in July 2019!          songs.
                                                       Visit our website for more details!

  Whistler Multicultural Festival         Alphabet Soup                           Teen Reviews Project                   Library Birthday
  Join us for food, crafts, activities,   A monthly drop-in program for           Are you a teen who loves to read?      The library turns 33 this year! We’ll
  and music from around the world,        LGBTQ+ individuals and their friends,   Earn volunteer hours by reading and    be hosting a day full of activities
  presented by our multicultural          family, and allies. Join us on the      reviewing books for the library!       for the whole family, ending with an
  community.                              fourth Wednesday of every month.        Drop by to learn more.                 outdoor movie screening in Florence
  Friday, June 7, 4 to 8 p.m.                                                                                            Petersen Park at 8 p.m. Sunday,
                                                                                                                         August 25.

Hours of Operation                        Contact Us                              Check us out!
Monday - Thursday: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.       4329 Main Street, Whistler, BC           /whistlerpubliclibrary                     /whistlerpubliclibrary
Friday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.                  Public Services: 604-935-8435            /youthsservicesatwhistlerpubliclibrary     /whistlerlibraryteens
Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.       Youth Services: 604-935-8436
Statutory holidays: Closed                whistlerlibrary.ca

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Registration &
                                                                                                              Administration
                                                                                                                Information
Flexreg                                                  MPSC Pool Under 7 Rule
Do you need a flexible schedule? Flexreg (flexible       Children under 7 years of age must be within arms    Registration Options
registration) is an option that allows you to register   reach of an adult (16 years +) in the water and
for program days that work for you. Advance              in swimwear to a maximum ratio of 1 adult to 3       For Meadow Park Sports Centre admission fee
registration is required as we need to meet              children. Thank you for your cooperation.            information please go to whistler.ca/recreation
minimum numbers to run the program. Flexreg
programs can be identified by the word Flex beside       Youth Access to Fitness Areas                        Registration in a program at Meadow Park
the program title. Flexreg programs currently are        There is a 16 year old age limit for weightroom,     Sports Centre allows you to access the rest of
NOT available for online registration.                   cardio room, and fitness classes. Ages 13-15         the facility pre or post program.
                                                         need to have passed the Youth on Weights             In August 2018 the Resort Municipality of
Registration Service Agreements                          program to gain access to these areas.
                                                                                                              Whistler acquired a new online account and
The Resort Municipality of Whistler has
                                                         Grade 5/10 Program                                   registration system designed to modernize the
chosen to partner with various organizations
who provide quality speciality programs that we          Council has approved the continuation of the         way you play. Plan ahead this registration and
can not offer ourselves. These organizations are         Grade 5/10 Get Active Program. This program          ensure you have all of your log in information
responsible for the delivery of the program and can      provides a free membership to the Meadow Park        correct and if you have not created a new account
be recognized in the program descriptions by their       Sports Centre for all Whistler Grade 5 and 10        or registered for anything yet you will need to
organizational logo or RSA beside the program            students from October 1, 2018 until September        come into Meadow Park Sports Centre during the
name. If you have any questions about this               30, 2019. Research shows that by allowing            hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. to create an account.
procedure please contact the Program Services            youth to make their own social recreational
                                                                                                              To register on your own go to www.
Supervisor at 604-935-8369.                              choices they form healthy lifestyle habits that
                                                                                                              resortmunicipalityofwhistler.perfectmind.
                                                         last into adulthood. By offering free admission to
Cancellations & Refunds                                                                                       com and use your login and password created
                                                         Meadow Park Sports Centre more young people
Sometimes our programs are cancelled when                are able to participate in recreational activities   previously. Some programs are only available
you wait until the last minute to register. Our          which will support the trend towards active living   for in-person registration and are not available
programs are cost recovery based and we need a           while addressing the issue of affordability.         online, including Flexible Registration Fitness
minimum number of participants for each course.                                                               Classes, Kids on the Go and Children’s Summer
Avoid disappointment - register early. Don’t wait!       Whistler Emergency Social Services                   Camp programs.
Programs with insufficient registration will be          Whistler Emergency Social Services
                                                                                                              Register by phone or in-person at Meadow Park
cancelled one week prior to the start date. Full         (ESS) is a group of municipal staff
                                                                                                              Sports Centre or by calling 604.935.PLAY (7529)
refunds will be granted. If an individual cancels        and community volunteers that help
from a program seven days or more prior to the           displaced people meet their basic                    Remember:
start of a program, a full refund, less a $20            needs during a disaster like a fire,
                                                                                                              • To be fair to all customers, you may register
administration fee, will be granted. No refunds          flood, or earthquake. ESS provides referrals for
                                                         food, clothing, lodging, and medications as well
                                                                                                                for only yourself and your family.
will be issued after this period. In medical cases,
refunds are pro-rated and a doctor’s note is             as providing family unification and emotional        • Should you be unable to attend for an in-
required.                                                support services. In a large-scale disaster            person registration please send a proxy whom
                                                         ESS will open community shelters. Volunteers           is not also registering for the same program.
KOTG and SUMMER CAMPS cancellation policy                                                                     • Full payment is due at the time of registration.
                                                         receive training, free of charge, through the
Our Licensed out of school care and summer                                                                      Pay with cash, MasterCard, Visa, American
                                                         Justice Institute of BC.
camp programs require one full calendar months                                                                  Express or debit card.
notice. For example September 31, 2019 for               For more information visit
                                                                                                              • Registrations made online or by telephone
November 2019.                                           www.ess.bc.ca/index.htm or the
                                                                                                                must be paid in full with a credit card.
                                                         RMOW Emergency Program Coordinator
                                                                                                              • All program fees have tax added where
50% Off Nights                                           at 604-935-8473.
                                                                                                                applicable.
On Tuesday and Friday nights at Meadow Park
                                                                                                              • Credits will not be available for online
Sports Centre the RMOW offers patrons 50%
                                                                                                                registration for Spring/Summer 2019, please
off the regular drop-in rate after 6 p.m. This is
in response to offering affordable recreational                                                                 register via a facility to use your credits.
opportunities to promote active lifestyles.

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EARLY YEARS

Resort Municipality of Whistler
whistler.ca/recreation
RECREATION GUIDE SPRING / SUMMER 2019 Resort Municipality of Whistler
Early Years
The Resort Municipality of Whistler’s recreationally based early years programs are designed to developmentally progress your child through these
years in preparation for kindergarten. Our programs support and encourage emotional, cognitive, social, and physical development through a variety of
arts, crafts, songs, storytelling, games, fine and gross motor activities, and of course free play. As programs progress, children stay for longer periods
of time and program leaders meet the children with activities that provide age appropriate challenges and plenty of opportunities for success. This fun
environment with positive leader encouragement will keep children engaged and excited to attend.

Our programs progress for your child as follows:                                   How to register for any of our preschool programs:
• Creative Play is an introduction to a group setting for your child. Focus in     Registration will be available online on designated dates in March for
  this class will be on social behaviours within a group while playing in a safe   spring and summer programs and in August for fall and winter programs.
  and friendly environment. Children must be 30 to 48 months old to attend.
                                                                                   If you have any questions regarding our early year’s programs, please
• Preschooler Playtime is the next step in your child’s early year’s journey,      contact Recreation Programmer, Pam Deane pdeane@whistler.ca in the
  for children 3 and above. This program has plenty of time for free play          Myrtle Philip Community Centre office at 604-935-8371.
  and is full of songs, stories, movement and crafts.
• Awesome Afternoons is a program that follows a similar structure to our
  Pre-Kindergarten program but it is open to a slightly wider age range.
  Children can attend this program if they are 4 or older.
• Pre-Kindergarten mornings and afternoons are offered on Mondays
  and Wednesdays. Children can register for mornings, afternoons or
  both. Children will have time to free play, engage in active circle times,
  learning activities, arts and crafts and gross motor activities. This
  program is for children attending kindergarten in 2019/2020. Children
  must be 4 years old by December 31, 2018.

Creative Play                                           Preschooler Playtime                                Awesome Afternoons
Creative Play is an introduction to a group             A progressive program featuring creative art,       This program is designed for the preschooler
setting for your toddler. Your child will love this     stories, games and music with fun and energetic     who has had previous group activity experience.
active morning of arts, crafts, songs, games            staff. Preschoolers must be three years old by      This active afternoon of songs, stories, art and
and play. Children who are not toilet trained           the first class. No class April 22 or May 20.       early learning will keep your child engaged and
may register, however parents will be called to                                                             excited all afternoon long.
                                                        Course 2350:           April 10 - June 19
change their child.
                                                        Day:		                 Monday and Wednesday         Course 2351:          April 9 - June 20
Course 2347:          April 9 - June 20                 Time: 		               8:30 - 11 a.m.               Day:		                Tuesday and Thursday
Day:		                Tuesday and Thursday              Age: 		                3 - 5 years old              Time: 		              11:30 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.
Time: 		              9 - 11 a.m.                       Fee (Resident):        $418                         Age: 		               4 - 5 years old
Age: 		               30 months - 4 years old           Fee (Non-Resident):    $551                         Fee (Resident):       $506
Fee (Resident):       $396                              Location:		            Myrtle Philip                Fee (Non-Resident):   $682
Fee (Non-Resident):   $528                              		                     - Horstman Room              Location:		           Myrtle Philip
Location:             Myrtle Philip                                                                         		                    - Horstman Room
		                    - Horstman Room

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Early Years
Pre Kindergarten -                                 Woodland Wanderers                                 Art With your Children
Mornings                                           This play-based, outdoor preschool aged program    Art is one of the best ways to connect with your
                                                   will have your child connecting to the natural     children. Join Cynthia Higgins for a morning of
A morning of early learning for the child who      environment in a physically active way. With       art designed for fun, creativity, building self-
will go to Kindergarten in 2019. This program      nature as the supporting teacher, children will    confidence and strong family connections. Keep
is designed to introduce your child to the         become ecological stewards, learn their place in   the mess out of your house and join us in this
structure and skills needed for the kindergarten   the world and find wonder within. No class April   highly desirable program. Parents stay with their
classroom. Must be 5 years old by December         19 or May 10.                                      children in this program. No class April 19 or
31, 2019 to register, born in 2014. No class                                                          May 10.
                                                   Course 2352:          April 12 - June 21
April 22 or May 20.
                                                   Day:		                Friday                       Course 2341:          April 12 - June 14
Course 2348:          April 10 - June 19           Time: 		              9 - 11:30 a.m.               Day:		                Friday
Day:		                Monday and Wednesday         Age: 		               3.5 - 5 years old            Time: 		              9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
Time: 		              8:30 - 11:30 a.m.            Fee (Resident):       $189                         Age: 		               1 - 5 years old
Age: 		               4 - 5 years old              Fee (Non-Resident):   $252                         Fee (Resident):       $80
Fee (Resident):       $475                         Location:		           Myrtle Philip                Fee (Non-Resident):   $104
Fee (Non-Resident):   $627                         		                    - Outdoor Space              Location:		           Myrtle Philip - Millar Room
Location:		           Myrtle Philip - Toad Hall

                                                   Sticky Fingers and
Pre Kindergarten -
                                                   Creative Crafts
Afternoons
                                                   Let your preschooler enjoy cooking and creating
                                                   in both the kitchen and the classroom. Through
An afternoon of early learning for the child who   mixing, rolling, crafting and story telling, we
will go to Kindergarten in 2019. This program      will have fun while making new creations and
is designed to introduce your child to the         something good to eat! Please advise us in
structure and skills needed for the kindergarten   advance of any food allergies or intolerance. No
classroom. Must be 5 years old by December         class April 19 or May 10.
31, 2019 to register, born in 2014. No class
                                                   Course 2353:          April 12 - June 14
April 22 or May 20.
                                                   Day:		                Friday
Course 2349:          April 10 - June 19           Time: 		              11:45 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Day:		                Monday and Wednesday         Age: 		               3 - 5 years old
Time: 		              11:30 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.       Fee (Resident):       $189
Age: 		               4 - 5 years old              Fee (Non-Resident):   $252
Fee (Resident):       $437                         Location:             Myrtle Philip - Toad Hall
Fee (Non-Resident):   $579.50
Location:		           Myrtle Philip - Toad Hall

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Early Years
Music Together
Music together is an internationally recognized
early childhood music program for mixed ages of
children birth to four years of age. Children over
7 months of age are required to be registered
                                                     Andrew Eccles
participants in order to attend. It is based         Program Leader Supervisor
on the recognition that all children can learn
to sing in tune, keep a beat and participate         I have enjoyed working in the children’s programs at Myrtle Philip
with confidence. Music is learned through            Community Centre since I joined the Whistler community in 2009.
developmentally appropriate activities that          I put my professional and educational experience in the fields of
support and respect the unique style of very         Physical Education, Education and Early Childhood Education to use
young children. Parents participate with the
                                                     each day to create a healthy, inclusive and fun environment where
children and may bring more than one sibling
                                                     children are met with developmentally appropriate activities that
to the classes. Registration for second child in
the same family is discounted by $40. Sibling        allow for positive holistic growth and development. I love that my
discount will be refunded after the first class      role allows me to get active, be silly, sing, play and have fun with the
if registration was done online as our online        children on a daily basis.
system does not accommodate discounts.
Course 2302:         April 16 - June 11
Day:		               Tuesday
Time:		              9 - 10 a.m.
Course 2303:         April 16 - June 11
Day:		               Tuesday
Time:		              10:15 - 11:15 a.m.
Course 2304:         April 17 - June 12
Day:		               Wednesday
Time: 		             9 - 10 a.m.
Course 2305:         April 17 - June 12
Day:		               Wednesday
Time: 		             10:15 - 11:15 a.m.
Age: 		              7 months - 5 years old
Fee Resident:        $130
Location:            Myrtle Philip - Lounge

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                CHILDREN

                Resort Municipality of Whistler
                whistler.ca/recreation
Kids on
                                                                                                                 the Go
The Resort Municipality of Whistler’s Kids on the Go program is       Registration for the first time:
licensed under the Community Care and Assisted Living Act and
                                                                      Contact the office at 604.935.8370 or email kotg@whistler.ca to
governed through Vancouver Coastal Health and the Community
                                                                      set up an appointment to review our Family Handbook and all the
Care Facilities Licensing program. The Community Care Facilities
                                                                      appropriate paperwork that is required. Part of being a licensed
Licensing program protects and promotes the health, safety
                                                                      program requires very specific paperwork including a registration
and well-being of vulnerable children and adults in licensed
                                                                      form, immunization form and emergency consent card. The
care facilities. It is done through education, collaboration and
                                                                      paperwork must be completed upon registration.
regulation. A community care facilities licence is required for all
programs and facilities providing care to three or more children
                                                                      How to add days once your child has attended:
who are not related to the operator by blood or marriage.
                                                                      Email kotg@whistler.ca or phone 604.935.8370 to add additional
Licensing officers:                                                   days. The voice mail and email address are checked frequently
                                                                      throughout the day so please leave a message with your request
• Insure licences to community care facilities
                                                                      and we will get back to you in a timely manner. To add a full day or
• Monitor and inspect facilities on a routine basis                   afterschool day, a minimum of 24 hours’ notice is required. Space
• Respond to complaints                                               is not guaranteed with minimal notice.

• Investigate allegations of unsafe, inappropriate or abusive care    Cancellation and Refund Policy:
  (i.e. physical, sexual, emotional, financial abuse)
                                                                      To receive a refund or credit on account, we require one calendar
• Investigate unlicensed facility complaints                          month’s cancellation notice in writing to kotg@whistler.ca or by
• Work with other agencies as required (e.g. police, Ministry of      calling 604.935.8370. For example, any changes to your child’s
  Child and Family Development)                                       November 2019 KOTG schedule needs to be done by September
                                                                      30, 2019.
• Ensure that licensees follow up with corrective action
All facilities must be in compliance with the Community Care
and Assisted Living Act, the residential care regulations and the
child care licensing regulations. For more information on licensed
programs go to vch.ca/your-environment/facilitylicensing. The
RMOW offers a safe environment for children to expand their
horizons through our various sporting and recreation programs.
For the past 25 years, the RMOW has been providing a nurturing,
stimulating and challenging environment in the afterschool program
known as Kids on the Go.

             Registration for 2019/20 school year: Sunday, August 11, 2019.
                      In-person registrations will be processed first, followed by phone and email requests.
                                       Online registration is not available for Kids on the Go.

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                                                                                                                              Kids on
                                                                                                                               the Go
Kinder and Grade 1                                 Grade 2 and Up
- Afterschool                                      - Afterschool

Not just your everyday fun-filled after-school     Not just your everyday fun-filled after-school
program. We offer recreational activities          program. We offer recreational activities like
like games, crafts, cooking, sports and            games, crafts, cooking, sports and outings
outings to enhance your child’s social and         to enhance your child’s social and emotional
emotional growth. Children must be enrolled        growth. There is a 1 month cancellation notice
in Kindergarten to attend. There is a 1 month      required to receive a refund or credit on account.
cancellation notice required to receive a refund   (Program-not available for online registration)
or credit on account. (Program-not available for
                                                   Course 407:          April 1 - June 26
online registration)
                                                   Day: 		              Monday to Friday
Course 410:          April 1 - June 26             Time: 		             Afterschool - 6 p.m.
Day: 		              Monday to Friday              Age: 		              Enrolled in Grade 2 - 6
                                                                                                                      Please note registration
Time: 		             Afterschool - 6 p.m.          Fee: 		              $17.50 (per session)                        for Kids on the Go occurred
Age: 		              Enrolled in Kindergarten      Location: 		         Myrtle Philip - Toad Hall
		                   and Grade 1                                                                                           in August 2018.
Fee: 		              $19.50 (per session)
Location:            Myrtle Philip                                                                                           Please email
		                   - Horstman Room
                                                                                                                          KOTG@whistler.ca
                                                                                                                       if interested in space.
Kinder and Grade 1                                 Grade 2 and Up
- Full Day School Not In Session                   - Full Day School Not In Session

Dates: 		            April 8 - Monday              Dates: 		            April 8 - Monday
		                   May 10 - Friday                   		               May 10 - Friday
		                   June 27 - Thursday            		                   June 27 - Thursday
Time: 		             8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.         Time: 		             8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Age: 		              Enrolled in Kindergarten      Age: 		              Enrolled in Grade 2-6
		                   and Grade 1                   Fee: 		              $51 (per session)
Fee: 		              $51 (per session)             Location: 		         Myrtle Philip - Toad Hall
Location: 		         Myrtle Philip
		                   - Horstman Room

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                                                                                                                                      Children
Home Alone                                          Red Cross Babysitting                                           Mountain Bike Coaching
                                                                                                                    - After School Program
Does your 10 - 12 year old stay home for            Spend your Pro-D day earning a Red Cross
short periods of time on their own? Are you         Babysitting Certificate. Open to boys and girls                 A fun, social and safe afterschool mountain
considering leaving your child alone for a couple   who are 11 - 14 years old by the completion of                  biking skill development program designed for
of hours? This course prepares kids to be safe      the program. Fee includes course manual and                     children of any riding ability. An opportunity for
while at home alone.                                certification card. Bring a large lunch!                        children to learn trail etiquette, bike maintenance
Course 2344:          April 26                      Course 2343:          May 10                                    and the basics of riding off road. Whether your
Day:		                Friday                        Day:		                Friday                                    child has lots of off road experience or none at
Time: 		              3:15 - 5:15 p.m.              Time: 		              8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.                     all, they will learn at their own pace and will be
Age: 		               10 - 12 years old             Age: 		               11 - 14 years old                         grouped accordingly. Essentials needed are
Fee (Resident):       $38                           Fee (Resident):       $85                                       snacks, water, helmet, bike gloves and a bike in
Fee (Non-Resident):   $50                           Fee (Non-Resident):   $113                                      good working order (must have gears and hand
Location:		           Myrtle Philip - Millar Room   Location:		           Myrtle Philip - Lounge                    brakes!). Children must be able to start bike on
                                                                                                                    their own. This program is taught by professional
                                                                                                                    instructors with a vast knowledge of the sport.
                                                                                                                    Course 2337:          GIRLS

Afterschool Arts and                                Grrrls’ Boot Camp
                                                                                                                    Day:
                                                                                                                                          May 7 - June 11
                                                                                                                                          Tuesday

Crafts                                              Girl’s Boot Camp is a fun workout for everyone
                                                                                                                    Course 2336:          CO-ED
                                                                                                                    		                    May 8 - June 12
                                                    looking to kick start their fitness goals. The 45
                                                                                                                    Day:		                Wednesday
Have your kindergarten to grade 3 child join        min classes are a mix of cardio, flexibility, plus
Cynthia Higgins for some creative crafts,           strength training designed for any fitness level.               Time: 		              3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
drawing, painting and fun! Please send your         If you are new to fitness or have tried working                 Age: 		               6 - 12 years old
child in clothing that can get dirty.               out before, Bootcamp will constantly challenge                  Fee (Resident):       $189
                                                    you with its variety and offer you positive                     Fee (Non-Resident):   $238.98
Course 2342:          April 11 - June 13
                                                    motivational support every class. A great way                   Location:		           Myrtle Philip
Day:		                Thursday
Time: 		              3 - 4 p.m.                    to stay fit and learn new stuff with friends in a
Age: 		               5 - 9 years old               noncompetitive program!
Fee (Resident):       $105                          Instructor: Marie-Anne Prevost
Fee (Non-Resident):   $140                          Course 2345:          April 2 - 30
Location:		           Myrtle Philip - Millar Room   Course 2346:          May 7 - June 4
                                                    Day:		                Tuesday
                                                    Time: 		              4 - 4:45 p.m.
                                                    Age: 		               11 - 15 years old
                                                    Fee (Resident):       $45
                                                    Fee (Non-Resident):   $60
                                                    Location:		           Meadow Park Sports Centre

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Children
Yoga for Kids                                    Family Yoga
Discover the hidden magic of Yoga! Through       Family yoga is a fun and playful class bringing
playful movement students will explore a         families together using group and partner poses
series of basic asanas (postures). Enjoy the     and allows family members to become more
benefits that yoga brings to the mind, body,     centered and calm, while increasing strength and
and heart while developing body awareness        flexibility. It is an informal and active session
and improved motor control. Students will        allowing kids to have fun and helps adults find
practice both focusing skills and creative       their inner child. Everyone is welcome!
exploration, nourishing balance and a sense of
                                                 Course 2365:        April 6 - May 11
empowerment.
                                                 Day:		              Saturday
Course 2363:        April 7 - May 12             Time: 		            11:40 a.m. - 12:25 p.m.
Day:		              Sunday                       Age: 		             4 - 7 years old and parent
Time: 		            12:30 - 1:15 p.m.
                                                 Course 2499:        April 6 - May 11
Age: 		             5 - 8 years old
                                                 Day:		              Saturday
Course 2364:        April 7 - May 12             Time: 		            12:40 - 1:25 p.m.
Day:		              Sunday                       Age: 		             8 - 12 years old and parent
Time: 		            1:30 - 2:15 p.m.
                                                 Fee (Resident):     $85.50
Age: 		             9 - 12 years old
                                                 Fee (Non-Resident): $113.70
Fee (Resident):     $48                          Location:		         Meadow Park Sports Centre
Fee (Non-Resident): $63.84
Location:           Meadow Park Sports Centre

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Physical
                                                                                                                                Literacy
Just like reading and writing, children have to learn how to move.                  •   Stage 5: Train to Compete (girls 15 - 21, boys 16 - 23)
                                                                                    •   Stage 6: Train to Win (girls 18+, boys 19+)
Goal of the Whistler Physical Literacy Initiative
                                                                                    •   Stage 7: Active for Life (any age participant)
Every child in Whistler will have the opportunity to develop both physical
literacy and games literacy, and that there will be a variety of activities for     The Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) focuses on programming
all individuals to promote lifelong physical activity and participation for life.   that develops skills at Stage 1 and 2 and then hopes to meet
                                                                                    everyone’s needs for Stage 7. For more information contact the Program
Physical Literacy Definition                                                        Services Supervisor 604-935-8369 or visit physicalliteracy.ca or
Physical literacy is the motivation, confidence, physical competence,               canadiansportforlife.ca
knowledge and understanding to value and take responsibility for
engagement in physical activities for life. (International Physical Literacy
Association, 2014)
physicalliteracy.ca
Literacy is defined as: a person’s knowledge of a particular subject or
field, for example, computer literacy. Therefore, physical literacy is: the
mastering of fundamental movements skills.

Physically Literate individuals:
• Demonstrate a wide variety of basic human movements, fundamental
  movement skills and fundamental sports skills.
• Move with poise, confidence, competence and creativity in different
  physical environments (on the ground, both indoor and outdoor; in the
  air; in and on water; on snow and ice).
• Develop the motivation and ability to understand, communicate, apply
  and analyze different forms of movement.
• Make choices that engage them in physical activity, recreation or sport
  activities that enhance their physical and psychological wellness, and
  permit them to pursue sport excellence commensurate with their ability
  and motivation. canadiansportforlife.ca

Fundamental Movement Skills
Mastering Fundamental Movement Skills (FMS) is the most important
step in developing physical literacy. FMS are basic movement skills taught
through games and activities that engage children and motivate them
to continue in an activity. While these basic skills are fun in nature, they
also serve the purpose of teaching the essential skills required as a
foundation for more complex physical activities and sports. It is important
that all children develop a good base of these skills before puberty to
optimize both future performance and lifelong activity.

There are seven stages within the basic LTAD model:
• Stage 1: Active Start (0 - 6 years)
• Stage 2: FUNdamental (girls 6 - 8, boys 6 - 9)
• Stage 3: Learn to Train (girls 8 - 11, boys 9 - 12)
• Stage 4: Train to Train (girls 11 - 15, boys 12 - 16)

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CANADIAN 24-HOUR
MOVEMENT GUIDELINES
FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH:
An Integration of Physical Activity, Sedentary Behaviour, and Sleep

PREAMBLE
  These guidelines are relevant to apparently healthy children and youth (aged 5–17 years) irrespective of gender, race,
ethnicity, or the socio-economic status of the family. Children and youth are encouraged to live an active lifestyle with
a daily balance of sleep, sedentary behaviours, and physical activities that supports their healthy development.
  Children and youth should practice healthy sleep hygiene (habits and practices that are conducive to sleeping well),
limit sedentary behaviours (especially screen time), and participate in a range of physical activities in a variety of
environments (e.g., home/school/community; indoors/outdoors; land/water; summer/winter) and contexts (e.g., play,
recreation, sport, active transportation, hobbies, and chores).
  For those not currently meeting these 24-hour movement guidelines, a progressive adjustment toward them
is recommended. Following these guidelines is associated with better body composition, cardiorespiratory
and musculoskeletal fitness, academic achievement and cognition, emotional regulation, pro-social behaviours,
cardiovascular and metabolic health, and overall quality of life. The benefits of following these guidelines far
exceed potential risks.
  These guidelines may be appropriate for children and youth with a disability or medical condition; however, a health
professional should be consulted for additional guidance.
  The specific guidelines and more details on the background research informing them, their interpretation, guidance
on how to achieve them, and recommendations for research and surveillance are available at www.csep.ca/guidelines.
GUIDELINES
For optimal health benefits, children and youth
(aged 5–17 years) should achieve high levels
of physical activity, low levels of sedentary
behaviour, and sufficient sleep each day.

A healthy 24 hours includes:

SWEAT                            STEP                            SLEEP                            SIT
MODERATE TO VIGOROUS             LIGHT PHYSICAL ACTIVITY         SLEEP                            SEDENTARY BEHAVIOUR
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
                                 Several hours of a variety of   Uninterrupted 9 to 11 hours      No more than 2 hours per day
An accumulation of at least      structured and unstructured     of sleep per night for those     of recreational screen time;
60 minutes per day of moderate   light physical activities;      aged 5–13 years and 8 to 10      Limited sitting for extended
to vigorous physical activity                                    hours per night for those aged   periods.
involving a variety of aerobic                                   14–17 years, with consistent
activities. Vigorous physical                                    bed and wake-up times;
activities, and muscle and
bone strengthening activities
should each be incorporated
at least 3 days per week;

Preserving sufficient sleep, trading indoor time for outdoor time, and replacing sedentary behaviours and light
physical activity with additional moderate to vigorous physical activity can provide greater health benefits.
SUMMER CAMPS

Resort Municipality of Whistler
whistler.ca/recreation
KOTG Staff
                                                                                                                      Summer
                                                                                                                         Camp
                                                                                                                   Information
How to Register for RMOW Summer                    What to Expect                                              Registration Forms and Emergency
Camp Programs                                      Each day we try to do something different and               Consent Cards
All summer camp programs are flexible              exciting at our summer camps. We strive to                  All participants in our summer camp programs
registration. You can sign your child up for the   provide a safe and fun environment for your                 are required to fill out a registration form.
entire summer or pick which days’ work best        child while at camp. We will visit the beautiful            Registration forms can be obtained by
for your family. Registration must be done in      lakes and parks in Whistler, play sports and                contacting the Myrtle Philip Community Centre
person starting Sunday March 17, 2019 at           games and create amazing art work. Our main                 office at 605.935.8370 or 8371 and must be
6 a. m. at Meadow Park Sports Centre or on         mode of transportation at camp is by bike for               completed upon registration. As a licensed care
the phone by calling 604-935-7529 (PLAY).          Camp Summer Sunsations and Camp Breakout.                   facility, we also require an immunization form
If you have any questions in advance please        Camp Action Adventure will also ride bikes,                 for participating in Sunsations and Breakout.
contact Julie Cummings jcummings@whistler.ca       scooters and run bikes occasionally. We may
604-935-8370 for Camp Summer Sunsations            travel by bus and we have been known to walk                On the first day of your child’s camp, you will be
or Camp Breakout and Pam Deane pdeane@             to our destination as well. Sometimes we travel             asked to fill in an emergency consent card. This
whistler.ca 604-935-8371 for Camp Action           outside of Whistler and transport the children              information and card will travel with the camp
Adventure or Camp Tiny Tyke.                       in our 15 passenger vehicles. It will be clearly            whenever they leave our facility.
                                                   noted on the Sunsations, Breakout and Action
Cancellation Policy for RMOW                       Adventure schedules where we are going each
                                                   day and if we will be travelling by bike, bus,
Summer Camp Programs                               walking or using our 15 passenger vehicle. Our
One month’s cancellation notice is required to     youngest campers in Camp Tiny Tyke will have
receive a refund or credit on your account. This   many outdoor adventures with most being very
means that any changes to your July schedule       close to the building as this is often their first
needs to be communicated to the RMOW by            camp experience.
May 31, 2019. You can do this directly through
the Myrtle Philip Community Centre office or       What to Pack
the Programmers responsible for your program
(Julie Cummings jcummings@whistler.ca 604-         Participants should bring the following items
935-8370 for Camp Summer Sunsations or             every day; a backpack, bike, helmet, a nut- free
Camp Breakout and Pam Deane pdeane@                healthy lunch with two snacks, plenty of water,
whistler.ca 604-935-8371 for Camp Action           hat, sunscreen, good walking shoes, swim suit,
Adventure or Camp Tiny Tyke).                      towel, rain jacket and a smile. Camp Tiny Tyke
                                                   children should bring everything above but do
                                                   not need a bike and only one nut free snack.

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Summer
                                                                                                             Camps
Camp Tiny Tyke                                       Camp Action Adventure
Camp Tiny Tyke is big on fun. Activities for your    Daily adventures and activities await. Adventures
preschooler include painting, nature walks,          to the water park, mini putt and the climbing
theme days and cooking. There are different          wall are just a few of the out trips we will go on.
activities each day, so register for specific days   Activities like water games, tie dying, slip’n’slide
or the whole summer. Space is limited. Program-      and kite making will keep your child engaged
not available for online registration.               throughout the camp. Be prepared to get wet
                                                     and have fun. There is a one month cancellation
Course 2354:         July 9 - August 29
                                                     notice required to receive a refund. Program-not
Day:		               Tuesday and Thursday
                                                     available for online registration. Children must
Time:                9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
                                                     be 4-6 years old to register.
Age:                 3 - 5 years old
Fee:		               $29 (per session)               Course 2202:         July 2 - August 31
Location:            Myrtle Philip - Lounge          Day:                 Monday to Friday
                                                     Time:                9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
                                                     Age:                 4 - 6 years old
                                                     Fee:                 $45 (per session)
                                                     Location:            Myrtle Philip
                                                                          Community School

Camp Summer                                          Camp Breakout
Sunsations                                           Not just your regular everyday camp. Camp
                                                     Breakout will take the adventure in your child’s
This summer day camp is full of fun, friendship      summer to the next level with more advanced
and adventure for your child. Biking, swimming,      biking, swimming, water activities and day trip
canoeing, field trips and summer surprises are       excursions. Register by the day, the week or
just a few of the planned activities. Register       for the whole summer. Space is limited. There
by the day, the week or for the whole summer.        is a one month cancellation notice required to
Space is limited. Child must have completed          receive a refund. Program-not available for online
Kindergarten. Mandatory Valley Trail biking skill    registration.
required. Bikes not provided. Training wheels
                                                     Course: 2201          July 2 - August 31
acceptable. There is a one month cancellation
                                                     Day:                  Monday to Friday
notice required to receive a refund. Program-not
                                                     Time:                 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
available for online registration.
                                                     Age:                  Grade: 2 - 7
Course 2203:         July 2 - August 31              Fee:                  $51 (per session)
Day:                 Monday to Friday                Location:             Myrtle Philip
Time:                8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.                                 Community School
Age:                 Must have completed
                     kindergarten or Grade 1
Fee:                 $51 (per session)
Location:            Myrtle Philip
                     Community School

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Summer
                                                                                                            Camps
Whistler Skating Club                                Summer Baseball Camp
- Summer Skating and                                 This camp is designed to grow the skills of boys
Athlete Development                                  and girls with a passion for playing baseball.
                                                     Camp days will be made up of skill development
Camp                                                 drills including proper throwing, hitting, fielding
                                                     and running mechanics. Scrimmage games
                                                     will also be played to gain real time game skill
The Whistler Skating Club, Athlete Development
                                                     application. Sign up for two days a week or all
Camp: a time to get back into skating shape
                                                     four days. There is a discount of $20 if you
and really progress in skating ability. Designed
                                                     sign up for all four days in the same week. The
for all recreational and competitive skaters who
                                                     camp will be held at the Meadow Park fields.
are CanSkate Badge 4 or higher. The camp
                                                     Please send children with a baseball glove,
will feature on and off-ice specialized training
                                                     baseball cap, sunscreen or a raincoat (weather
and conditioning programs with highly skilled
                                                     dependent), water bottle and a big lunch, the
professional coaches, and trainers. Offered
                                                     coach will bring everything else.
daily: individual and group on-ice coaching;
off-ice physical conditioning; and performance       Course 2360:         July 29 and 31
sport workshops discussing mental conditioning,      Day:		               Monday and Wednesday
visualization, motivation, and goal setting.
                                                     Course 2361:         July 30 and August 1
A catered lunch & snack will be provided.
                                                     Day:		               Tuesday and Thursday
Pre-requisite: 7 years of age and skaters will
have passed Can Skate Badge 4.                       Time:                9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
What to bring: skates; helmet; on-ice skating        Age:                 8 - 12 years old
attire; off-ice dry-land training clothes; running   Fee:		               $90 (per session)
shoes; water bottle; towel; and fitness mat.         Location:		          Meadow Park Ball Field 1
Early Bird Deadline Discount: Register by June
11, 2019
Course 2362:         August 12 - 16
Day:		               Monday thru Friday
Time:                8:15 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Age:                 7 - 17 years old
Fee:                 TBA
Location:		          Meadow Park
                     Sports Centre - Arena

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Spend the Summer                          Weekly Summer Sailing
with Whistler Sailing!                      Camps For Kids
                                                    Ages 5-7   $305/week
                                                    Ages 8-12 $288/week
                                                    Ages 13-17 $288/week
                                             1 & 2 day camps also available to suit
                                                 their busy Whistler schedules!
                                               Camps offered from June 24th to
                                                    August 26th, 2019.

                                             Book by April 30th 2019 and receive 15%
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                                                        5678 Alta Lake Road
Whistler Gymnastics
                        Registration opens                                                  Week #1      Gymnastics & Trampoline Camp
                                                                                           Mar. 18-22   Age 6–12 / Mon- Fri. / 9-3pm/$330
April 1st to                March 1st
June 14th           for all Gymnastics, Trampoline,                                        Week #2        Gymnastics & Trampoline Camp
                                                                                                          Age 6–12/Mon-Fri/ 9-3pm/$330
                             Parkour classes                                               Mar 25-29

                 Register online at whistlergymnastics.com

    Week #1                   Gymnastics & Trampoline Camp                  Week #5                 Gymnastics & Trampoline Camp
   June 24-28                Age 6–12 / Mon- Fri. / 9-3pm/$330             July 22-26              Age 6–12 / Mon- Fri / 9-3pm/$330

  Week #1-AS                         Active Start Camp                       Week #6                Gymnastics & Trampoline Camp
  June 24-28                   Age 4–6/Mon-Fri/ 9-12am/$170               July 29-Aug 2            Age 6–12 / Mon- Fri / 9-3pm/$330

    Week #2                   Gymnastics & Trampoline Camp                 Week #7            Active Start Camp/Gymnastics Camp (1/2 day)
 July 2-5 (4 day)            Age 6–12 / Mon- Fri. / 9-3pm/$265           Aug 6-9 (4 day)       Age 4–6/ Ages 7-12/Tues-Fri/ 9-12am/$136

    Week #3            Active Start Camp/Gymnastics Camp (1/2 day)         Week #7               Parkour & Trampoline Camp (1/2 day)
    July 8-12           Age 4–6/ Ages 7-12/Mon-Fri/ 9-12am/$170          Aug 6-9 (4 day)        Age 8–13 / Tues- Fri. / 12:30-3:30pm/$136

    Week #3                Parkour & Trampoline Camp (1/2 day)             Week #8                  Gymnastics & Trampoline Camp
    July 8-12             Age 8–13 / Mon- Fri. / 12:30-3:30pm/$170         Aug 12-16               Age 6–12 / Mon- Fri / 9-3pm/$330

    Week #4                   Gymnastics & Trampoline Camp                 Week #10             Interclub and Competitive Athletes Camp
   July 15-19                Age 6–12 / Mon- Fri / 9-3pm/$330              Aug 26-30                Age 8–12 / Mon- Fri/ 9-3pm/$330

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                                                                        programs
                                                                       SUMMER 2019

                             PLAYtots Program—Physical Literacy for Toddlers
                             Ages 1-3 with parents, Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30am, April to June 2019

                             Pro-D Day Camps
                             Ages 7-11, on SD48 Pro-D Days (April 8: Rookie Rugby/Soccer, May 10: MTB)
            Spring/Summer

                             Later in summer, check our website for 2019/2020 Pro-D Day Camps!
               Programs

                             Olympic Mondays—Summer Camps
                             Ages 11+, weekly from July 15 to August 26, 2019 (no camp August 5),
                             8:30am-3:30pm. Six amazing Mondays with activities such as athletics, biathlon,
                             roller luge, mountain biking, rugby, orienteering, frisbee golf & more

                             Summer Multi Sport Camp (4 days)
                             Ages 7-12, Tuesday to Friday August 6-9, 2019, 8:30am-3:30pm
                             Get active at camp! Kids can try exciting sports like athletics, biathlon,
                             roller luge, mountain biking and rugby, and play in nature during
                             orienteering and frisbee golf sessions.
            Winter Preview

                             Sport programming for all skill levels!
             2019/2020

                              • Youth/Novice Luge (ages 8-14)
                              • Beginner/advanced Skeleton (ages 14+) & Bobsleigh (ages 16+)
                              • Ski Jumping & Nordic Multi-Sport (ages 8-14)
                              • Olympic Mondays Multi-sport Camp (grades 4-7)
            Development

                             Whistler Coaches Summit 2019
               Coach

                             April 26 to May 5, 2019
                             NCCP Multi-Sport Competition Development Modules
                             Details at www.whistlersportlegacies.com/whistlercoachessummit2019

More program details and registration:
    www.whistlersportlegacies.com/youthprograms
Whistler’s
                                                                                                           Youth Centre
                                                                                                               (The YC)
THIS PLACE IS FOR YOU if you’re between the ages of 13 and 18 (grade 8+); come
join us in The YC!
Our awesome space includes three rooms dedicated to: skateboarding, playing video
games (Xbox One & PS4), watching movies and listening to music. We have the
MOST COMFORTABLE COUCHES in all of Whistler, a pool table, a ping pong table, air
hockey, foosball, guitars, Wi-Fi, a kitchen to make delicious treats or a simple cup of
tea, PLUS we have a MINI RAMP with skateboards and helmets to borrow - all for FREE! We’re in an
amazing location right in the middle of Whistler Village and we’re open for all local and visiting teens
who are looking for a great place to hang out.
YC DROP-IN HOURS:
•    Wednesdays 4:15 – 5 p.m. (Sept -June): The Interact Club of Whistler: come make a difference
     in our community and the world. Learn more @WhistlerInteract on Facebook.
•    Fridays 3:30 – 11 p.m.
•    Saturdays 6 – 10 p.m.
Drop-in activity schedule for Fridays and Saturdays can be found at whistleryouthcentre.com
MONTHLY GROUPS:
•  Teen Café: Fun and free activities for those in grade 7 and up, in partnership with the Whistler
   Public Library. Meeting at the Whistler Youth Centre, the second Wednesday of each month from
   5:15 – 6:45 p.m. Please visit our website for 2019 July and August dates/times.
•  Alphabet Soup: A monthly drop-in program, in partnership with the Whistler Public Library and
   WCSS, for LGBTQ+ individuals, their friends, family and allies. Join us at the Whistler Public
   Library, the fourth Wednesday of every month, 5:30 - 7p.m. Sept - June, 6:30 - 8p.m. July & August
FREE YOGA:
•   Thursdays (from November to April) – check our website for details
•   We have everything, just bring YOU & YOUR STRETCHY PANTS.
FREE DINNERS
•   Fridays and Saturdays. Come learn and help make some delicious dinners and fill your face.
FREE TEA & TREATS
•   That’s right, thanks to PUREBREAD we can curb your hunger till it’s dinner time with delicious
    teas and treats on most Fridays and Saturdays while supplies last.
SPECIAL EVENTS These are just a few of the FREE special events we host throughout the year.
Check out our website and Facebook for more info.
•   FREE Beginners Only Skate Night (learn to skateboard like a pro)
•   FREE Turkey Dinner for the holidays (December)
•   FREE Ice Skating at Whistler Olympic Plaza - Winter
•   Sex + Drugs = Pizza & Prizes Event (an educational and fun trivia night)
•   FREE Sea To Sky Youth Centre’s Pool Tournament - Treats and Prizes
LOCATION: 4335 Blackcomb Way in the Maury Young Arts Centre across from The Brewhouse.
NEED MORE INFO: whistleryouthcentre.com | facebook.com/theyc | 604-935-8187.

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Mike Taylor
FIRST AID &
CPR COURSES

Resort Municipality of Whistler
whistler.ca/recreation
First Aid
                                                                                             & CPR
                                                                                           Courses
        First Aid App                                       First Aid App
                                             Red Cross Standard First Aid
                                             and CPR-C/AED Course
         Free to download                                      Free to download
                                             This comprehensive Red Cross course has broadened its scope to include

            Easy to use                                           Easy to use
                                             AED training while ensuring proficiency in all Emergency First Aid topics,
                                             as well as physical distress attributed to: exposure to heat or cold, bone
                                             or joint injuries, head or spinal trauma, poisons and medical conditions.

         Essential to have                                     Essential to have
                                             In order to be eligible to complete the course 100% participation and
                                             attendance is required.
                                             Course 2308:         May 25 - 26
                                             Day:		               Saturday and Sunday
                                             Time: 		             12 - 8 p.m.
                                             Age: 		              14 years and older

        Get It Today!                                        Get It Today!
                                             Fee: 		              $170
                                             Location:            Myrtle Philip - Lounge

                                             Red Cross Standard First Aid
                                             and CPR-C/AED Recertification
                                             Prerequisities include current certification in the following Red Cross
                                             Standard First Aid and CPR-C, St. John Ambulance Standard First Aid and
                                             CPR-C and Lifesaving Society Standard First Aid. Expired award holders
                                             must take a full course again to regain their certification. Participants
                                             must bring a current award with them in order to be eligible to participate
                                             in the recertification. 100% attendance and participation is mandatory to
                                             complete this course.
                                             Course 2463:         June 1
                                             Day:		               Saturday
                                             Time: 		             12 - 8 p.m.
                                             Age: 		              14 years and older
                                             Fee: 		              $85
                                             Location:            Myrtle Philip - Lounge

www.redcross.ca/apps                           www.redcross.ca/apps
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Photo: Justa Jeskova

AQUATICS

Resort Municipality of Whistler
whistler.ca/recreation
Justa Jeskova
                                                                                                                               Swimming
                                                                                                                                Lessons
                                                                                                                              & Program
                                                                                                                             Information
Program Information                                                                                                   Private Swimming
                                                                                                                      Lessons
New Program Changes:                                 Waitlists: E-mail Communication: NEW
• SwimKids 5: increased time from 30 to 45           If the class that you would like to register for                 Private swim lessons are 10 half-hour lessons
  minutes as whip kick is introduced in this         is full, please add your child to the waitlist. If a             on the same day for 10 weeks. The instructor
  level, and requires more time to effectively       space opens up, we will contact you by e-mail as                 provides focused, individualized instruction that
  teach. Price has been increased, class             we are aware. We will also try to accommodate                    helps to increase the studentís skill progression.
  maximum increased to 8.                            creating new lessons for waitlists, dependant                    Only one child is allowed to register, however
                                                     on instructor availability, pool space and other                 they may bring an additional swimming buddy of
• SwimKids 9/10: decreased time from 1                                                                                similar skill level for no extra charge.
                                                     considerations.
  hour to 45 minutes due to challenges with
  swimming volume. Price has also been                                                                                Course 2141:        April 6 - June 8
                                                     Lesson Evaluations:                                              Day: 		             Saturday
  decreased.
                                                     If you are unsure which lesson your child should                 Time: 		            11:20 - 11:50 a.m.
• Weekend Lessons: higher levels begin earlier                                                                        Age: 		             3 - 12 years old
                                                     attend, and your child is above the age of 3,
  in the day than previous sets. The purpose is                                                                       Fee (Resident):     $262
                                                     any lifeguard at the MPSC may perform a swim
  to allow school-age kids time to move to other                                                                      Fee (Non-Resident): $350
                                                     evaluation free of charge. You must provide
  activities throughout the mid-morning, and                                                                          Location: 		        Meadow Park Sports Centre
                                                     an adult to be in the water for evaluations of
  free up family space in the main pool earlier.                                                                      		- Pool
                                                     children younger than 7 years old. Regular
• Sunday Lessons - Summer Session: Please            admissions apply if you plan to spend extra time
  note there are no classes scheduled for            using the pool.
  IRONMAN Sunday. Classes are 9 sessions,
  pricing has been adjusted accordingly.             Using credits for Spring / Summer 2019
                                                     registration:
Programs and Facility Use Before & After:            Please note, if you have any credit values on
Program participants are free to us the              your account these will not be available for
MPSC facility after their program classes.           online registration. Full payment by credit card
If nonprogram participants wish to use the           will be required to register for online programs
recreation facility before or after swim programs,   which includes swim lessons. You can use
regular admission fees apply.                        your credit or have it refunded to you by phone
                                                     or in-person by contacting or visiting Meadow
Parented Classes:                                    Park Sports Centre or Myrtle Philip Community
Please be aware that only one caregiver/parent       School.
may attend a class with their child. If both
parents wish to attend, we recommend parents
alternate accompanying their child to each
class.

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