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Fall Active Living Guide highlights favourites
Aquatics, arena programs, fitness classes and special events promise action-packed season City of Powell River’s parks, recreation and culture department has published its digital Fall Active Living Guide. Program registration will open at 8 am on Monday, August 18. The season offers new classes, returning favourites and special events designed for every age and ability. A wide range of water-based classes headline the fall lineup at the aquatic centre. Aquatic programs supervisor Tami Wood says the schedule is built to welcome both new and experienced swimmers. “We are excited about the debut of artistic swimming this fall,” says Wood. “People can learn the basics in beginner swim lessons, or level up to intermediate lessons, or perhaps explore new challenges in our artistic swimming program. We have also added aqua yoga on Friday mornings to go with our regular Tuesday and Thursday options.” Wood adds that qualified instructors will help participants “build confidence, refine technique and have a great time in the pool.” In the classroom there is opportunity to learn Emergency First Aid or Standard First. Sea Snake Saturdays return on the last Saturday of each month, giving swimmers a chance to test their balance on the giant inflatable sea snake from 1:30 to 3:30 pm. Dates are September 27, October 25, November 29 and December 27. Sport and recreation coordinator Alex Craig invites residents to take part in the seasonal favourites and brand-new activities. “Our mushroom and salal picking programs are always a hit in the fall,” says Craig.
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A full slate of fall aquatics, skating, fitness and community programs is being rolled out by City of Powell River’s parks, recreation and culture department, with online, phone and in-person registration available starting next week.
“This year, we are adding Monday Creations Club, which mixes crafts and science for 10 weeks, and Whisk Takers, where young bakers can experiment with everything from cookies to pretzels.” For skaters, October brings the return of rec skate lessons, a great way to help children learn the basics of ice skating. Craig notes
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