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Spring Active Living Guide registration set to open Programs include a wide range of aquatics, sport, fitness and special events
City of Powell River’s parks, recreation and culture department is launching its digital Spring Living Guide, offering a full slate of programs for residents across the qathet region. Registration opens online, by phone and in person at 8 am on Monday, March 9. From swim lessons to lifeguard training, the pool deck will be busy this spring. “Dive into spring with confidence,” says Tami Wood, aquatic programs supervisor. “There’s something for everyone this season.” Wood highlights adult lessons for beginners and intermediate swimmers, offered on Monday mornings and Tuesday evenings. Youth programming includes options for children’s swim lessons seven days a week, including Sunday evenings from 4 to 5 pm. For those interested in lifesaving and first aid certification, Bronze Cross, the assistant lifeguard course, runs Wednesdays from 5:15 to 7:45 pm. Emergency first aid is scheduled for April 18, while standard first aid, a required course for lifeguard training, takes place April 18 and 19. The national lifeguard pool option course runs from June 29 to July 9, with no classes on weekends or July 1. The range of offerings is designed to support swimmers at every stage, whether they are just getting comfortable in the water or working toward professional certification. Familiar favourites and new experiences are also on the calendar. “Spring is just around the corner, and community recreation is ready with a full lineup,” says Alex Craig, sport and recreation program coordinator.
Parsley, interim health and fitness program coordinator. New programs include pedal.sweat.stretch, which combines spin and recovery stretching, and Himalayan kriya yoga, an integrated practice blending movement, breathwork and meditation. Participants can register for the Trail Running Series (beginner and intermediate levels), Get as thewell Peakastoan Goexercise techiPhone app nique workshop series . now available in the “We’re especially proud to offer specialized App Store or iTunes wellness programming, including fit for fibromyalgia,” adds Parsley. “It’s a supportive exercise class led by a practicing kinesiologist designed to help participants build strength, manage energy levels and improve functionPERSONAL REAL ESTATE CORPORATION al movement in a safe and understanding environment.” Yoga practitioners can explore restorative, WARREN BEHAN therapeutic and mindfulness-based classes, PERSONAL REAL ESTATE CORPORATION Get the Peak to yang Go as well as a special yin and yoga workiPhone app now shop offered available on Mother’s Day. in the Parsley also points to the return of commuApp Store or iTunes WA nity events. “Join us for our second annual mini tri-it ESTATE CORPORATION triathlon PERSONAL as part ofREAL Move for Health Day on PERS May 9.” The city will host its third annual Community Wide Garage Sale on May 30 from 9 to 11 am on the arena’s dry floor. Residents can register for a table by May 22. For more information, go to powellriverprc.ca, call 604.485.2891 or register in person. Up-to-date programs and schedules are available through the departPERSONAL REAL ESTATE CORPORATION ment’s social media channels.
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