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hours of playmonday - sunday 5:30am - 10:30pmstat holiday hours 12:00pm - 5:00pm

location#10 Knowledge Way Grande Prairie, AB, T8W 2V9

tel: 780.830.5000 fax: 780.538.9372

programs and lessonswww.muniportal.ca

rates and feeswww.eastlinkcentre.ca

ContributorsCheryl McKenzie and Catherine Hollingworth

PhotographySuzanne Sagmeister, Cheryl McKenzie, and Catherine Hollingworth, istockphoto

© All rights reserved the link Spring 2013. Reproduction in whole or in part is strictly prohibited. The City of Grande Prairie makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information it publishes, but cannot be held responsible for any consequences arising from errors or omissions.

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Thank you to our generous sponsors

MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF GREENVIEW No. 16

TECHNOLOGIES

table of contentsmessage ...................................................................... 4

contact us .................................................................. 4

garfield wilson ............................................................ 5

general information ................................................. 6

amenities .................................................................... 7

membership and admission ................................... 8

what’s happening ...................................................... 10

user groups ............................................................... 11

child & youth services ............................................. 12

Pembina PlayCare / Jungle PlayPlace preschool registered programs / schools out summer camps / skate park cooking classes youth programs / babysitting courses /LIT

ernie’s fitness centre ............................................... 18 drop-in fitness classes personal training / small group training

fieldhouse .................................................................. 20

squash / racquetball .................................................... 21

aquatics ........................................................................ 22 Free FM FlowRider swimming lessons tailored aquatic programs aquatics certification & leadership courses

first aid certification ................................................ 34

kitchen ........................................................................ 35

running track ............................................................. 36

vendors ...................................................................... 36

birthday parties ........................................................ 37

meet the staff ............................................................ 38

affiliated venues ........................................................ 39

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As we close our first year at the Eastlink Centre with all its challenges and growth, I can reflect on how this building has impacted so many lives. I know we have changed lives because we see it... every day! People in happy fulfilling careers who are excited to come to work every day and bring new ideas to this Centre and to the whole

community! Or, the people whose lives have changed because they learned to swim or lost weight and can now run and play with their kids! That is the impact the Eastlink Centre has made to our community and will continue to make throughout 2013.

I have mentioned many times that the success of this year has been not only because of the dedication of the staff

contact usGeneral Manager Charlene Kushner (780) 538-0413 [email protected] Assistant Manager Carol Longmore (780) 513-5227 [email protected] Manager Richard Fletcher (780) 357-7530 [email protected] & Events Manager Cheryl McKenzie (780) 830-5034 [email protected] Manager Edlynn Hebert (780) 538-0408 [email protected] Customer Service Excellence Manager Cheryl Caufield (780) 357-7531 [email protected] & Booking Manager Denise Martin (780) 538-0485 [email protected] and Youth Services Manager Angela Redding (780) 357-7532 [email protected] Manager Lynn Boyd (780) 882-7803 [email protected] Manager Annette Hunter (780) 830-5037 [email protected] Supervisor Gloria Forbes-Shepherd (780) 538-0406 [email protected] Supervisor Cindy Shaw (780) 357-7533 [email protected]

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but also our community. Our staff has used this past year to get to know the building and we are dedicated to making 2013 a year geared to improving and increasing communication, programs and services. Our Events and Marketing team have a number of exciting activities planned for 2013. We have also provided new benefits and rewards for our new and renewing members. The community has showed us great support through-out the year not only by utilizing our programs and services but also by being so patient with our growing pains.

Thank you once again Grande Prairie for your support and making the Eastlink Centre a success. We can’t wait to show you what we have in store for 2013.

Charlene KushnerAquatics & Wellness General Manager

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‘move it & lose it’ is under way here at the Eastlink Centre. With close to 70 participants, who are getting together on a weekly basis for workouts and seminars. For this year’s ‘move it & lose it’ we were lucky to welcome Garfield Wilson to Grande Prairie as our keynote speaker. Wilson kicked off the challenge and inspired us all!

Garfield’s lesson: “change the focus from the WHAT you’re doing to lose weight to WHY you’re losing weight to be healthy.” Move away from worrying about the pounds and focus on the life that you want to lead. Take stock of what is important to you in your life and why you want to live this life to its fullest.

Wilson is best know for his time as a trainer on CBC’s docu-series ‘Village on a Diet.’ He helped motivate the people of Taylor, British Columbia to lose over one ton of weight collectively by changing their lifestyle and in turn shed pounds. Which is essentially what ‘move it & lose it’ aims to do. We want to give our participants the tools to make healthy choices and in turn create the healthy body they deserve. Garfield has “worn many hats” throughout his career but says, “personal training has been the most fulfilling. Connecting with people and helping them achieve their goals inspires me because when they find suc-

change the focus from the

WHAT you’re doing to lose weight to

WHY you’re losing weight to be healthy

cess in the gym it will transfer into every aspect of their life. Which ultimately changes them (and me) in the process ... very powerful stuff!”

The move it & lose it challenge builds on this idea of connectivity by bring people together to work toward a common goal and create a sense of community here at the Eastlink Centre. Long after the challenge is complete, these relationships will continue here at the facility and beyond.

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Wilson even commented on how amazing our facility is, saying he was “blown away by the Eastlink Centre. The largest fitness facility I’ve ever been to and surprisingly cozy which is a testament to the enthusiastic team at the Centre. A stellar group who will no doubt have a huge impact on the com-mmunity of Grande Prairie.”

Thank you Garfield, we strive to!

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program registrationonlinewww.muniportal.ca View program information and register online at muniportal.ca. You can view an on-line tutorial at http://econnect.muniportal.ca/econnecthelpers/Online-Tours.html and you will have your very own account within 48 hours.

Online registration will begin at midnight on March 1, 2013. Please ensure you have your online account created at least 2 business days in advance to ensure you are able to register on that date.

by phone780.830.5000You can register during opera-tional hours.

in-personCome to the Eastlink Centre to register in person.

In-person and phone registration at the Eastlink

Centre will begin at 8:30am on March 1st, 2013.

• Full payment is required at the time of registration. We accept VISA, American Express, MasterCard, cheque, debit, or cash.

• Registration for our programs is ongoing although we recommend you register early in the registration session to get the best selection possible.

• If the class you want is full, please ask to be added to the waitlist. We very often create additional classes based on the demand on the waitlist and will use that information in the future to adjust our scheduling of classes.

rules of playwristbandsWristbands are required and must be visible at all times while using facility areas that require proof of admission.

If you have a monthly or annual play pass, you are required to present your member-ship card to receive your wristband each time you use the facility. Daily passpurchasers will receive a wristband at the time of purchase.

supervisionChildren under 8 years must be accom-panied at all times, by an individual 14 years of age or older. There must be a ratio of 1 adult : 3 children under the age of 8. Children in the Jungle PlayPlace must be supervised at all times.

parkingSouth end parking lot to the Fieldhouse entrance is now open! Please feel free to use the Fieldhouse reception for all your administrative needs.

Here are some other parking options:

• Main west entrance

• Angled parking is located all along the north end of the building

• Coca-Cola Centre parking lot. You can access the Eastlink Centre through the Coca-Cola Centre. lost and found The Eastlink Centre has an incredible collection of patron’s personal belong-ings. Our lost and found is located on Rotary Avenue just past the front admin-istration desk. Any one of our customer care hosts will be happy to help you search through it.

We do have an expiry date for found items as the amount we collect is too overwhelming to handle. We hold all items for a minimum of three weeks and then once a month we donate all unclaimed items to local charities.

Next time you visit the Eastlink Centre and leave with less than you came with, please come see us.

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NEW Status Hotline780.830.5002

call before you arrive and get up to the minute updates on the entire facility

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fieldhouseThe ClubhouseServus CourtSquash/Racquetball courts

child and youthJungle PlayPlacePembina PlayCare

fitness and wellnessErnie’s Fitness CentreIndoor Running Track

The Eastlink Centre is owned and operated by the City of Grande Prairie.

vendors

Ernie’s Sports Experts

Jugo Juice

Ready Set DanceSecond CupTito’swannawafelYour Ultimate HealthRCMPCanadian Parapalegic AssociationPiranhas Swim Club

upcoming closures.

Aquaterasaurus LandApril 3, 5:30am - 10:30amJune 7, 5:30am - 10:30am

50m PoolSaturday Mornings 9:00am - 10:00amSaturday, March 23, 5:30am - 11:30am

25m PoolWednesday, April 10, 5:30am - 10:30am

Dive Tank

Sunday, March 10, 6:30pm - 8:00pm Sunday, April 14, 6:30pm - 8:00pmFriday, May 3, 11:00am - 10:30pm

Satrurday, May 4, 5:30am - 4:00pmSunday, May 5, 5:30am - 8:00pm

FlowRiderMarch 23 & March 24, 5:30am - 10:30pm

May 3 & May 4, 5:30am - 10:30pm

Lazy RiverTuesday, April 2, 5:30am - 10:30amTuesday, June 4, 5:30am - 10:30am

*closures subject to change

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facilityRotary AvenueMenzie’s Spot “the nook”

aquatics50m competition pool 25m program poolFree FM FlowRiderAquaterasaurus Land Splash ParkStrasdin Log WalkBlouin Electric Hot TubPanda Tank & Vac Truck Services Hot TubRadium SkybridgeLazy River Green and Beige SlidesTELUS Aquatic BleachersDHT Aquatic Viewing AreaWright Construction Dive Tower

general information


Memberships include all areas at the Eastlink Centre as well as Bear Creek Pool, The Leisure Centre, public skating and shinny at the Coca-Cola Centre. If you are using the facility more than 3 times a week, it is more cost effective to have a unlimited membership (i.e. a monthly pass or a year membership). They do not include registered swimming programs or registered skating programs but do include drop-in classes. We have a variety of different types of mem-bership and accept all payment types: Debit, Visa, MasterCard, Amex, Cash and Cheques.

Day Rate 10 Punch Pass Single Month Annual (Monthly*)

Annual (Pre-Paid)

Tiny Tots ( up to 3 years) Free

Child (3 - 12 years) $5.25 $44.62 $44.62 $30.03 $327.60

Youth (13 - 17 years) $7.75 $65.87 $65.87 $44.33 $483.60

Adult (18 +) $10.75 $91.37 $91.37 $61.49 $670.80

Senior (60+) $7.75 $65.87 $65.87 $44.33 $483.60

Family** $22.00 $187.00 $187.00 $125.84 $1,372.80

familyA family membership includes 2 adults and any number of chil-dren under 18 in the household. Also, any 18+ students attending school full-time are included in the membership.

seniorA senior membership is available for anyone over the age 60 years.

adult An adult membership is available for anyone over the age of 18.

studentA student membership is available for anyone over the age of 13 who is at school full time. Any student over the age of 18 may be asked to present student ID to obtain these special rates.

child A child membership is available for children 3-12 years of age. Children up to the age of 3 years are free for entry to the Eastlink Centre.

membership types1 year1 year membership may be purchased by making monthly payment . There is a 10% administration fee included in the total.

1 year memberships may also be purchased by prepaying for the whole year.

A 1 year membership may be extended 1 time for reasons such as a vacation or away for work. Memberships are non-refundable except for medical reasons or relocation.

1 monthA 1 month pass allows you to use the facility for a period of 1 month. From the time of purchase date to the same date the next month.

10 punch pass If you only use the facility occasionally a 10 punch card is the best option as it never expires.

community The Eastlink Centre has accessability funding available upon request. This fund has been made possible through the generosity of the Royal Bank of Canada.

The Eastlink Centre accepts KidSport for Swim registrations and Dave Barr arena programs. The Eastlink Centre does not accept Kid Sport for skating or Piranha Swim programs. KidSport is a program so ALL kids can play. KidSport Grande Prairie & Area will provide funding for registration fees and/or sports equipment for young athletes (18 and under) who qualify.

For more information please contact [email protected].

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withdrawl policyAnnual memberships are non-transferable. Cancellations are only

processed for the following reasons:

• Relocation: proof of relocation will be required.

• Medical: a medical note will be required.In the event of non-payment, the membership will be frozen immediately.

Member has one week to make arrangements to clear up the transaction or the the account will be closed.

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corporate ratesWe offer corporate rates for organizations that would like to purchase member-ships in volume. An organization can be a business, an association, a team, or even a group of friends. Just get together, get organized and get your memberships cheaper! Memberships must be pre-paid annual passes to be eligible for discounts.

Memberships can be a great benefit to your employees. As an employer you may even consider offering your employees a payroll deduction option or perhaps a partial subsidy from your company as a health & wellness benefit. Talk to us about options that will suit you best.

Companies can also purchase punch cards for their staff!

The following quantities qualify you for a discount: • 5 - 25 memberships = 10% off

• 26 - 49 memberships = 15% off

• 50+ memberships = 20% off

If you would like someone to come speak with your organiza-tion, please call Cheryl McKenzie at 780.830.5034

or call Lynn Boyd at 780.882.7803 for more information.

We offer group rates

member benefits & rewardsmembership benefits

• member admission to: The Leisure Centre and Bear Creek Pools

• 10% off City run registered swimming lessons and programs * starting Spring 2013

• 10% off Child & Youth registered programs

• reduced PlayCare rates

• priority Squash & Racquetball booking

• 10% off Fitness & Wellness registered programs *some restrictions apply

• drop-in skating at Coca-Cola Centre

membership rewards

1 year ($315.00 value) Eastlink Centre water bottle embroidered towel coupon book valued over $300

2 - 4 years ($325.00 value) $25.00 gift card OR Eastlink Centre gym bag coupon book valued over $300

* maximum of (2) reward packages per family membership and (1) coupon book

coupon book

includes, but not limited to:¹ 1 free personal training session

¹ bring a friend to a drop-in fitness class

¹ free FlowRider day

¹ 1 hour free in PlayCare

¹ 1 free swim assessment

¹ Discounts at: WannaWafel, Ernie’s Sports Experts, Second Cup, Jugo Juice, Tito’s, Your Ultimate Health & Ready, Set, Dance!

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what’s happening

Eastlink Centre had its first Anniversary this December and we had much to celebrate!! What an exciting year, with so many firsts! Grande Prairie has been waiting for a facility like this for a long time. You have showed your support by frequenting the facility in droves and surpassing all expectations!

We decided a celebration was in order and there was something happening in every corner of the building. The Fieldhouse became a stage with local entertainment wowing us all day long. The second level concourse was a buzz with the opening of ‘the nook,’many child & youth ac-tivities and the Synquatics open house. Rotary Avenue had cake, face painting and even hoola hoop demonstrations.

Santa Claus even joined us for the special occasion. Santa met with the kids and stayed around to have his photo taken. Santa even took some time to take a dip in our Aquatics facility. Playing with children in Aquaterasaurus Land and getting a little R & R in the Panda Tank & Vac Truck Family Hot Tub.

Meet Jim Qually! He clocked over 100 miles on our Pink Cybex tread-mill during the October Breast Cancer fundraiser.

You can find Jim anyday of the week up in the Ernie’s Fitness Centre. He’s hard to miss with his unique running style. Qually integrates his martial arts training with his treadmill workout. You will see him jump and spin, even run backwards on the treadmill.

Find FUN in your workout today!

Mix it up if you have to!!

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We also teamed up with Free FM to fill a truck full of food donations for the Salvation Army. This was a huge success, raising over $80 000.

Always feel so good when we get the chance to connect with our community.

Thank you from all of us, for an amazing year

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Grande Prairie SchoonersAre an Adult, not for profit, Speed Swimming Team. Our focus is to pursue excellence in swimming for all master age/skill levels from 20 to 120 years old. We have professional, dedicated coaching and an electric team atmosphere. We are always looking for more members to join our enthusiastic team.

Piranhas Swim ClubWe are a winter swimming club. Chil-dren who are interested in competing should have some swimming ability, usually gained through swimming les-sons, summer swim team programs, or the club.

Aquarians Swim ClubWe are a summer swimming club. We have an amazing club consisting over nearly 80 swimmers from ages 6-18+. Our swimmers are committed to high performance as well as having fun.

ELC Diving ClubOur NEWEST user group here at the Eastlink Center. Open to all ages, but participants must be able to swim 25m comfortably.

Wapiti Whitewater KayakersEngaged in activities related to kayaking which include but are not limited to: recreational kayaking on lakes or rivers, whitewater slalom racing, freestyle whitewater, white-water downriver racing, and canoe (kayak) polo.

Wolverines Wheelchair Sports AssociationDedicated to enhancing the lives of persons with disabilities by providing opportunities to develop the person as a whole, by promoting health, fitness and education through sport, recreational, and social activities. We promote accessibility, participa-tion and integration while offering programs that are enjoyable and meaningful to participants.

GP SynquaticsJoin the Grande Prairie Synquatics Club and have fun while building strength and endur-ance. We have something to offer everyone, age 7 to adult. Everyone is welcome to come out and enjoy the beautiful sport of synchro-nized swimming!

user group

For more information on all our user groups visiteastlinkcentre.ca

March 21-23Grande Prairie Regional CollegeEastlink Centreinformation & register at: www.steadwardcentre.ualberta.ca

aRE wE REady 2013?! adapted Physical activity, Fitness and Sport Symposium


hours of playMonday - Friday 9:00am - 2:30pmTuesdays & Thursdays 5:00pm - 8:00pmSaturdays 9:00am - 1:00pm

Offering quality child care with qualified staff, so you can enjoy your work out. All staff have security clearance checks and first aid.

rates

# of Children Non-Member Member1 $6.00/hour/child $5.00/ hour/child

2 or more $ 5.00/hour/child $4.00/hour/child

• Punch cards and monthly memberships also available at a discounted rate.

• PlayCare hours subject to change if there is more or less interest.

• Please provide snacks and supplies that your child may require during their visit.

• No nuts please.

child & youth services

reserving space in PlayCareTo ensure that you can get to your favorite class on time, call 780-357-7534 to reserve your child’s spot ahead of time! For all reg-istered fitness classes, you are able to reserve 24 hours in advance. For drop-in classes, you are able to reserve the same day as your drop-in fitness class or activity. Please call during PlayCare hours.

We want to serve all our customers fairly, so we have implemented a reservation procedure that our staff is expected to follow. Staff will hold your reserved spot for 5 minutes. If you do not show up, your spot will be filled with other waiting clients. If you do not call ahead to cancel your spot or do not show for your reserved spot, your account will be charged 30 minutes or 1 punch.

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Did you know!?! Our Preschool Registered Programs are the same price as PlayCare.

Guarantee your childcare placement.Drop-In or Pre-Register.

hours of playeveryday 5:30am - 10:30pm

The Jungle PlayPlace offers a fun and stimulating playground for children ages 12 and under.

• Adults do not pay to supervise their children

• Children under 3 are free

• Children 3 and up require a wristband

• All children must have parental supervision at all times

• Maximum of 30 persons in the room at one time

• Staff assistance on hand

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five minds monday & wednesdayFive minds are your child’s five senses. Children learn through their five senses. The sense of touch, sight, smell, taste and hear-ing are how children explore the world around them. Let us help your child explore the world around them by providing activities for sensory play and learning. Bring your swimsuit because Aqua-terasaurus Land will conclude the senses we have while learning through play. $120.00 for all sessions or $15.00 per class.

May 6 - 29 9:30am - 12:00pm $120.00 39082

June 3 - 26 9:30am - 12:00pm $120.00 39083

pre-school programsFor all children ages 3 - 5. Each of our preschool programs is full of activities to support each child’s individual needs and encour-age independent decision making through play and physical development. Pre-school programs are the same price as PlayCare hours. Be sure to have a spot and plan your workout in advance. Please bring a small snack and a drink as well as indoor and outdoor clothing and footwear for your child each day. Participants of these program must be toilet trained.

busy bee tuesday & thursdayKeep your little one buzzing with Busy Bee. We offer a variety of games and activities which inspire and promote learning through play.$90.00 for all sessions or $10.00 per class

April 2 - 30 9:30am - 11:30am $90.00 39051

May 2 - 30 9:30am - 11:30am $90.00 39052

June 4 - 27 9:30am - 11:30am $90.00 39053

spring break monday - fridayYour child will enjoy their break from school as we have an open invitation for non-stop fun! Our qualified instructors have exciting games, activities and special events planned each day. Spring Break Camp will encourage wellness of self, making friends and create last-ing memories. Choose one day for $40 or come to them all!

Apr 1 - 5 5-7 yrs 9:00am - 4:00pm $160.00 38002

Apr 1 - 5 8-11 yrs 9:00am - 4:00pm $160.00 38031

no schoolschools out fridayNo school? Children from kindergarten to Grade 6 can come join us for the ultimate day off! We will swim, play, create and much, much more!

May 17 5-7 yrs 9:00am - 4:00pm $40.00 39056

May 17 8-11 yrs 9:00am - 4:00pm $40.00 39057

Early drop-off (8:30am) and late pick-up (4:30pm) are available for $5.00 each.

call us 780.357.7537if you need any specific accommodations,

we aim to meet your needs.



summer campsAges 3-5 years. Participants of these programs must be toilet trained.

splashtastic tuesday - fridayGet ready to get wet! This camp is going to wrinkle your skin like you’ve never seen before through games, activities and lots of play time on the waterslides, in Aquaterasaurus Land and the pools.

July 2 - 5 9:00am - 4:00pm $120.00 39058

July 2 - 5 morning or afternoon $65.00 39058

movement minis monday - fridayDoes your child have more energy than you know what to do with? Well sign them up! This week is all about movement and we guarantee that someone will need a nap when they get home. Movement activities will include swimming, ZUMBA, sportfields, fieldtrips and much much more!

July 8 - 12 9:00am - 4:00pm $140.00 39059


retro games back in time monday - fridayCome spend a week with us and go back in time to re-visit the retro games that have been forgotten. We are going back to the basics of good old fashion game: they may be oldies but they are sure goodies.

July 15 - 19 9:00am - 4:00pm $140.00 39060


x marks the spot monday - fridayArrr Matey! We are setting sail this week on our own pirate adventure! Explore the seven seas and look for the buried treasure along the way!

July 22 - 26 9:00am - 4:00pm $140.00 39061


when i grow up ... monday - fridayWhat do you want to be when you grow up? Come spend a week with us, visiting and learning about our local services: police, fireman, paramedics, business owners, chef and more! We will even spend our last day in costume of what we will be when we grow up.

July 29 - Aug 2 9:00am - 4:00pm $140.00 39062

July 29 - Aug 2 morning or afternoon $75.00 39062

dinosaurs! tuesday - fridayHow many dinosaurs are here at Eastlink Centre? Do you think it is possible for dinosaur bones to be found outside? Come and hang out with us for a week and find out!

Aug 6 - 9 9:00am - 4:00pm $120.00 39063

Aug 6 - 9 morning or afternoon $65.00 39063

little foot adventure monday - fridayA full day of fun at your fingertips! Providing the opportunities to participate in a variety of adventures and activities in a fun and safe environment. It’s your little foot adventure so what do you want to do?

Aug 12 - 16 9:00am - 4:00pm $140.00 39064


nature elements monday - fridayNature has so much to offer, so spend your last week of sum-mer holidays with us being one with nature! We will explore surrounding areas and bring nature inside. Some activities are weather permitting.

Aug 19 - 23 9:00am - 4:00pm $140.00 39065


summer campsAges 6-11 years. All camps have a full day or half day option, either in the morning 9am - 12pm or afternoon 1pm - 4pm. Discounted rate for half-days is listed in brackets.

choose your adventure tuesday - friday $120.00 ($65.00)monday - friday $140.00 ($75.00)A full day of fun at your fingertips! Providing the opportunities to participate in a variety of adventure and activities in a fun and safe environment. It’s your adventure so what do you want to do?! Full or half day options available.

July 2 - 5 9:00am - 4:00pm 6-7 years 39182

July 2 - 5 9:00am - 4:00pm 8-11 years 39066

Aug 19 - 23 9:00am - 4:00pm 6-7 years 39183

Aug 19 - 23 9:00am - 4:00pm 8-11 years 39071

sports & fitness mix up monday - friday $140.00 ($75.00)Keep things fun and moving in this camp! Our sport and fit-ness experts will focus on the FUNdamental movement skills required for physical development. Various sports and fitness cooperative games will be used to build the solid foundation for sports and fitness for the future. These skills include body awareness, coordination and the list goes on! Mix ‘it’ up!Full or half day options available.

July 8 - 12 9:00am - 4:00pm 6-7 years 39181

July 8 - 12 9:00am - 4:00pm 8-11 years 39067

tri the dream monday - friday $140.00 ($75.00)TriSport week is packed with biking, running, swimming, games, adventure races and obstacle courses. We will be playing to the max! There will be a fun race at the end to celebrate all of your hard work. Full or half day options available.

July 15 - 19 9:00am - 4:00pm 6-7 years 39180

July 15 - 19 9:00am - 4:00pm 8-11 years 39076

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wet n wild monday - friday $140.00 ($75.00)We have planned a full week of water games, challenges and FUN for you in ‘Wet ‘n’ Wild’. You will get drenched in Aquaterasaurus Land, sopping wet on the waterslides, and satu-rated in the pools. Dependent of height, participants will have the chance to get soaked on the Free FM Flowrider! Full or half day options available available.

July 22 - 26 9:00am - 4:00pm 6-7 years 39179

July 22 - 26 9:00am - 4:00pm 8-11 years 39068

extreme adventures monday - friday $140.00 ($75.00)Kick it into high gear with extreme activities offered around Grande Prairie and the Eastlink Centre! Explore the local trails, rock climbing, skateboarding, hiking and much much more! Spend the week experiencing extreme summer adventures! Full or half day options available.

July 29 - August 2 9:00am - 4:00pm 6-7 years 39178

July 29 - August 2 9:00am - 4:00pm 8-11 years 39072

outdoor explorers tuesday - friday $120.00 ($65.00)Do you like the outdoors? Do you like adventure? If so, this camp is for you. Spend the week with us making friends and learning about the great outdoors. Each day we will explore what nature has to offer! We will provide nature crafts, hiking, wilderness skills and just plain fun! Full or half day options available.

August 6 - 9 9:00am - 4:00pm 6-7 years 39177


boys only monday - friday $140.00 ($75.00)We dare you to join your buddies for a ‘boys only’ camp that will use games, sports and activities to defy gravity, push the limits and develop your courage, bravery and heroism. Full or half day options available.



girls only monday - friday $140.00 ($75.00)Don’t think dainty and delightful; think strong and intense in this ‘girls only’ camp. We will use sports, activities and games to inspire you to be the best you can be in everything you do.Full or half day options available.



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skatepark plazawatch for the 1st anniversary of the skatepark plaza!

S2 beginner & intermediate saturday & sunday $45.00Are you just starting to ride or need a little more experience and guidance to nail your tricks? Well come and spend a few days with our experienced riders. Ages 5 - 8 & 8 - 12 years

June 1 - 2 Beginner 9:30am - 12:00pm 39116

June 8 - 9 Intermediate 9:30am - 12:00pm 39117

June 15 - 16 Beginner 9:30am - 12:00pm 39118

June 22 - 23 Intermediate 9:30am - 12:00pm 39119

Please come in or call (780.830.5000) to register for our

Summer Camps no online registration available



cooking classesmini master chefs tuesdayChildren will enjoy creating, mixing, baking, and cooking in our new kitchen with easy to follow recipes for yummy fun! $50.00 for all 6 sessions or $10.00 per class. For children ages 5-8 years.

April 9 - June 18 4:00pm - 5:30pm $50.00 39075

April 9 4:00pm - 5:30pm $10.00 39075

April 23 4:00pm - 5:30pm $10.00 39075

May 7 4:00pm - 5:30pm $10.00 39075

May 21 4:00pm - 5:30pm $10.00 39075

June 4 4:00pm - 5:30pm $10.00 39075

June 18 4:00pm - 5:30pm $10.00 39075

kitchen chaos thursdayWhat happens when we mix up some kitchen tricks and bake some treats? We have absolute chaos in the kitchen!! We encour-age following a recipe for magic and mischief leading to laughter and fun! Oh… and be sure to dress for mess. $50.00 for all 6 ses-sions or $10.00 per class. For children ages 9 - 12 years.

April 11 - June 20 4:00pm - 5:30pm $50.00 39079

April 11 4:00pm - 5:30pm $10.00 39079

April 25 4:00pm - 5:30pm $10.00 39079

May 9 4:00pm - 5:30pm $10.00 39079

May 23 4:00pm - 5:30pm $10.00 39079

June 6 4:00pm - 5:30pm $10.00 39079

June 20 4:00pm - 5:30pm $10.00 39079

whatever it cakes wednesdayCan hardly cake? Want to be the next youth cake boss of GP? Well sign on up because space is limited. Learn how to bake cakes of all shapes and sizes, decorated them using fondant, piping and much much more. $140.00 for all 7 sessions or $20.00 per class. For children ages 12 - 15 years.

Apr 3 - Jun 26 5:30pm - 7:30pm $140.00 39078

April 3 5:30pm - 7:30pm $20.00 39078

April 17 5:30pm - 7:30pm $20.00 39078

May 1 5:30pm - 7:30pm $20.00 39078

May 15 5:30pm - 7:30pm $20.00 39078

May 29 5:30pm - 7:30pm $20.00 39078

June 12 5:30pm - 7:30pm $20.00 39078

June 26 5:30pm - 7:30pm $20.00 39078

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Red Cross babysitting course saturday & sunday This course is designed for youth 11 years and up who want to become a babysitter or may already be one. The babysitting course covers the responsibilities of a babysitter, safety tips for children of all ages, basic child care skills and what to do in case of an emergency.

Apr 20 - 21 1:00pm - 5:00pm $45.00 39054

Jun 8 - 9 1:00pm - 5:00pm $45.00 39055

youth programyouth nights fridaysEvery second Friday is dedicated to YOU! Youth Friday’s are jam packed with nothing but fun! Fitness, games, bands, ping pong, exclusive swims and… well you’re just going to have to come and find out the rest. For children ages 12 - 15 years.

May 17 6:30pm - 9:00pm $10.00 39081

May 31 6:30pm - 9:00pm $10.00 39081

June 14 6:30pm - 9:00pm $10.00 39081

June 28 6:30pm - 9:00pm $10.00 39081

leaders in trainingEnergetic youth ages 12 and up are invited to apply to join

our team of volunteers.

Go ahead and apply to join…it’s a fun, challenging adventure in leadership, personal growth, and practical experience... all at

the Eastlink Centre!! Volunteer hours are accumulated to earn courses, training, and future development opportunities.

Contact Lauren Kemp at [email protected]

become a certified babysitter



Over 65 Drop-In Fitness Classes a Week!!

Monthly Drop-In Schedules Available Onlineeastlinkcentre.ca

TRX® trainingUse the TRX Suspension Trainer System to leverage gravity and your body weight to perform hundreds of different exercises. You will develop strength, balance, flexibility, and core stability.

cyclingThe go-to classes we all know and love. If you haven’t given it a spin yet, what’s stopping you. Come see what all the talk is about.

strong mommas with strollersPre & Post Natal, a lower impact, variety class that includes a weight training compo-nent, core & pelvic floor exercises. Strength training helps boost your metabolism and get your post–baby body on track!

tabata This class is high intensity interval training that incorporates cardio and strength train-ing which improves endurance and stimu-lates fat loss. This class is intense, fast and fun interval training for participants looking for quick results.

yogaCentre your mind, calm your emotions, ener-gize your body and spirit in this invigorating Hatha/Flow Yoga class. Class are as easy or as difficult as you like! Work your core, lengthen your posture, tone your body, and breathe away your stress!

Fitness Centre

ernie’s fitness centre

Please contact Ernie’s Fitness Centre Desk to book your orientation today!

ZUMBA® A Latin dance/fitness experience that you will fall in love with! Zumba features easy-to-follow moves to Latin and tropical rhythms for a one of a kind fitness program. Sculpt your body, burn hundreds of calories and have fun!

All fitness classes are modified for ALL fitness

levels. Try something new today!

• 16, 000 sq ft

• state of the art Cybex equipment

• 28 treadmills

• 2 jacob’s ladders

• free 45 minute weightroom orientation with annual membership

• wheelchair accessible equipment

• personal training options

• Arc trainers as featured on ‘The Biggest Loser’

• flat screens on all cardio machines

• Olympic weight lifting platforms

• certified and knowledgeable weight room attendants

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Over 65 Drop-In Fitness Classes a Week!!

fitnesspersonal training

We believe that everyone can benefit from seeing a Personal Trainer regardless of your age, goals or current condition. Having your own personal coach oversee your fitness program is the key to transforming your life and reaching your dreams.

75% of people who exercise are not getting the results they want. Don’t let this be you! Take your fitness to the next level and accomplish your goals faster with a Personal Trainer.

1-on-1 $58/session

2 people $40/hour

3 people $35/hour

4 people $30/hour

Have a program designed just for you: $90.

Contact Cindy today: 780.357.7533

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small group personal trainingSmall Group Training offers the benefits of working with a personal trainer at a fraction of the cost plus get peer support, accountability and motivation. Participants do not have to be at exactly the same fitness level to benefit from group training. Custom designed workouts are built for different fitness levels. Individualized testing ensures that sessions are targeted to the specific needs of the group. Groups consist of a maximum of 4 participants (minimum of 2). $25/person/session$299 for 6 weeks

adventure race training with JessicaWhether you are training for Tough Mudder, The Spartan Race, The Canadian Death Race, or just have a desire to get in the best shape of your life and have a blast in the process, this small group training option is for you! Get to the finish line with the support and expertise of trainer, Ultra marathoner, Jessica Elliott. She has successfully trained groups and individuals for the past 8 years for the Adventure Racing and various local and inter-national races.Wednesday & Saturday: 9:30am - 10:30am

get fit after baby with JessicaThe miraculous, life-changing event of having a baby can leave you feeling exhausted and out of shape. Working out in a small group with other moms just twice a week will not only tighten and tone your body while boosting your energy levels, but the added support and encouragement of other moms will increase your overall well-being.Tuesday & Thursday: 9:30am – 10:30am

total body conditioning with LindsayMaximize your hour with this total body cir-cuit workout that will make you feel stronger, firmer and leaner. Every inch of your body will be targeted and shaped for incredible results in a few short weeks. It’s easy to learn, fun to do, and an effective total body workout.Tuesday & Thursday: 1:00pm - 2:30pm

F.I.T functional integrated fitness with LindaFunctional fitness promotes core strength and balance to make you stronger on the job, in your sport and stronger at home with the demands that are put upon your body with everyday life. Learn how to train using body weight exercises and other free weight ex-ercises along with a kick of cardio. All fitness levels welcome.Monday & Wednesday: 10:30am or 3:00pm


Enjoy your court sports in the Fieldhouse and on the Servus Court. Basketball, futsal, badmin-ton, ultimate frisbee, floor hockey and volleyball are just some of the games you can play.

We offer fun structured activities, as well as drop-in open gym time. For an updated schedule for the Fieldhouse go to eastlinkcentre.ca or call us at 780.357.7527.

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table tennis We are excited to offer Table Tennis on the 2nd floor concourse during the listed times. Wristbands are required to play. Paddles and balls can be signed out at the Clubhouse.

Mon - Wed 7:30pm - 9:00pm Drop-In

Thurs 7:00pm - 9:00pm Drop-In

Sat 10:00am - 12:30pm Drop-In

Sun 10:00pm - 1:00pm Drop-In

monthly drop-in schedules

Enjoy your court sports in the Fieldhouse and on the Servus Court. Book a team training session or group rental.

Basketball and Futsal are just some of the games you can play. Give Squash, Racquetball or Wallyball a try. You can book the courts by calling

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780.357.7527.

parent & tots timeA Huge Hit! Bring your children to the Fieldhouse area to run off some energy by building blocks, crawling through tunnels, or playing a game of catch. Allow us to set up equipment and provide an environment that allows parents to actively play with their children. The parent and tot program encourages interactive play between parent and child. Parent and tots will now be held in the Fieldhouse Strip located next to the squash and racquetball courts. Wristbands are required for both parents and children.

Mar 1 - May 31 Mon - Fri 9:00am - 3:00pm Drop-In

Check out the Clubhouse for book-ing squash and racquetball courts and signing out all Fieldhouse equipment. The Clubhouse is located beside Ernie’s Sports Experts.

Please help us keep our courts clean by wearing your indoor non marking shoes. Remember to stay hydrated when work-ing out. Water only in plastic containers is permitted on the Fieldhouse surfaces. Barefeet or sandals are not allowed in the Fieldhouse area.

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bookingCourts may be booked by members 2 days in advance. Two courts are considered to be our drop-in courts and require same day bookings by calling the Clubhouse. Early morning times before 10 am may be booked from 8 - 10pm the evening before. Our peak season is September to June, during this time individuals can only book 1 court time per day during this season to allow everyone an opportunity to play.

fieldhouseattention basketball players!!

Drop-in full court 5-on-5 Basketball on Thursday nights 9:00pm - 10:30pm, right after Wheelchair Basketball. Bring down a team and challenge others or drop-in as an individual and let us hook you up with a team. Games go for 20 minutes with the winning team staying on the court. Winning team from the week on each court, will remain on the winners board for the next week.

Drop-in basketball is available almost every night.

footy footy footy!!Drop-in co-ed futsal happens here in the fieldhouse every Wednesday and Friday night from 9:00pm - 10:30pm. This

time is dedicated to futsal, so the entire fieldhouse is yours. Teams made at random. All ages and skill

levels welcome.

*no drop-in basketball during this time

Are you a competitive squash player? Do you want to improve your skills and meet other squash players? Register for the Eastlink Centre Squash League. All skill levels welcome. The registration fee covers new balls each week and prizes at the end of the season.

mixed adult 18+ $50.00*January 10th from 6pm - 10pm we will be doing a skill assess-ment for division placement. At this time we will also have a rules and scoring clinic.

Apr 11 - Jun 20 Thurs 6pm - 10pm 39172

* Plus regular drop-in rate

spring squash league

please check www.eastlinkcentre.ca Squash & Racquetball page for new events and programs.

check the monthly fieldhouse schedule online at eastlinkcentre.ca

cancellation policyAll players are required to check in at the Club-house or will be flagged as a no-show. Cancel-lations with less than two hours’ notice will be treated the same as a no show. Members who no-show 3 times will only be allowed same day booking rights. Non-members who no-show for their court times will be required to prepay with a credit card to book courts in the future.

• All court users need to have indoor non-marking court shoes and a wrist-band to play.

• All players playing Racquetball regardless of age need to wear pro-tective eyewear.

• Squash players under 18 years of age need to wear protective eyewear.

• No alcohol is allowed


Our FlowRider staff is dedicated to you having an unforgetable experi-ence. Come see what all the talk is about!

Beginners: Looking for something new, but a little intimidated by the professionals? This time is dedicated to people who are still learning the ropes. Come and learn with others at the same level as you!

Lessons: Need some one-on-one time to master that trick you’ve been working on, or even the basics? Sign up for lessons and you’ll be a FlowRider all-star in No Time! Lessons cost $25/person and include a FlowRider wristband for the rest of the day.

Free Space: You know it and love it! The classic timeslot is back and better than ever! Stop by and Surf or BodyBoard! Use the machine to your heart’s content.

flowrider lessons tuesday & saturday $25.00Let one of our experienced instructors help you make the best of your time on the Free FM FlowRider. We will provide a fun, energet-ic experience with small class sizes and lots of one-on-one time to improve your skills.

May 7 Tues 4pm - 5pm 39035

May 11 Sat 11am - 12pm 39043


May 18 Sat 11am - 12pm 39044


May 25 Sat 11am - 12pm 39045


June 1 Sat 11am - 12pm 39046

June 4 Tues 4pm - 5pm 39039

June 8 Sat 11am - 12pm 39047


June 15 Sat 11am - 12pm 39048


June 22 Sat 11am - 12pm 39049


June 29 Sat 11am - 12pm 39050

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Rentals: Jump to the front of the line! Book the FlowRider all to yourself and you’ll have unlimited use of it! For $80/hour, plus tax, you can skip the lineups and the price of admission. Rentals are available throughout the day.

BodyBoarding: If you’re looking to ride the machine and you love BodyBoarding, this timeslot is for you! A dedicated time when users can only ride on the big foam boards means you get to BodyBoard all you want.

Surfing: One of the best things about the FlowRider is getting to know people. It’s great to hop on the wave, learn some tricks and hang out with people who are there for the same things. Enter the Surf-ing timeslot. Come and ride the wave. No BodyBoards allowed.

Upcoming Scheduled ClosuresMarch 23/24 5:30am - 10:30pm

schedule available at www.eastlinkcentre.ca


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aquaticshave your say! we want to hear your ideas and

suggestions for the FlowRidercontact Tim Nesbitt [email protected]

drop-in diving club

Eastlink Centre isproud to be 1 of only 3 communities in all of Canada to own a FlowRider wave machine. Those of you that have tried, love it! It’s exciting to see an active FlowRider community beginning to form.

We are committed to offering the best possible customer service and getting Grande Prairie engaged in this unique experience. We want your suggestions! If you have any ideas for programming or the schedule please make us aware.

You know best what could make your experience better or what it would take to get you on a board.

We strive to accomodate all of our users and want you to come to the facility when it best suits your needs. Here is a schedule for quiet times in the Aquaterasaurus Land Wadding Pool and Lazy River.

*schedules are subject to change


mom & baby time (bucket off)

get wet (bucket on)

class time (waves off)

wild rapids (waves on)

Lazy River Wave Schedule Aquaterasaurus Land Bucket Schedule2013 20139-10a 9-10a

10-11a 10-11a11-12p 11-12p12-1p 12-1p1-2p 1-2p2-3p 2-3p3-4p 3-4p4-5p 4-5p5-6p 5-6p6-7p 6-7p7-8p 7-8p8-9p 8-9p

Lazy RiverSaturday Wednesday Thursday FridaySunday Monday Tuesday 2013 2013

9-10a 9-10a10-11a 10-11a11-12p 11-12p12-1p 12-1p1-2p 1-2p2-3p 2-3p3-4p 3-4p4-5p 4-5p5-6p 5-6p

6-7p 6-7p7-8p 7-8p8-9p 8-9p

Splash Park & Wading PoolSaturday Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

March 16th - April 27thSaturdays 2:00 - 3:30pm

Drop-in fun for the entire family! Must be able to swim 25m and tread water for 30 seconds.

All skill levels welcome. Max. 10 people per class. No class March 30th

please call 780.830.5000 for information


Red Cross Swim Preschool is a learn-to-swim program for children ages four months to six years old, and their parents or caregivers. Lessons are designed to be fun, using lots of songs, games and themes. The first three levels, Starfish, Duck and Sea Turtle focus on water orientation and water safety.

Program Level Registration Guide (Ages 4 months to 6 years)Participant Requirements Level 4 to 12 months of age, able to hold their head up, and participating with a parent or caregiver. Babies and caregivers work on getting wet, buoyancy and movement

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Preschool - Starfish 12 - 24 months of age, and participating with a parent or caregiver, perform front and back floats, and shallow water entries and exits Red Cross Swim

Preschool - Duck 24 - 36 months of age, and participating with a parent or caregiver, work on front and back floats and glides, jumping into chest-deep water with assistance and kicking and front swim Red Cross Swim

Preschool – Sea Turtle 3 – 5 years of age, and just starting out, previous lessons not necessary. Swimmers work on front and back floats and glides, kicking on front with a buoyant object and will be able to swim 1 metre upon completion of this level

Red Cross Swim Preschool – Sea Otter

3-5 years of age and can comfortably move and float with assistance, and put their face in the water. Swimmers work on improving their front and back floats and jumping into water unassisted. Kicking is added to the front and back glide and swimmers will be able to swim 2 metres upon completion of this level.

Red Cross Swim Preschool – Salamander

3-6 years of age. Swimmers work on kicking and can perform front and back glides, enter deep water safely, float in deep water, swim with a PFD, and swim 5 metres continuously Red Cross Swim

Preschool – Sunfish 3-6 years of age. Swimmers further develop the front and back glide with kick, front and back swim, jump into deep water, swim with a PFD in deep water, and swim 10 metres continuously

Preschool – Crocodile Red Cross Swim Kids Level 1

3 – 6 years of age. Swimmers increase their distance on front and back glide with kick, increase distance on front and back swim, learn the sitting dive, and will be able to swim 15 metres continuously upon completion of this level

Red Cross Swim Preschool – Whale

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Red Cross Swim Kids is a learn-to-swim program for children ages five and older. This 10-level program helps swimmers develop the five main swimming strokes – front crawl, back crawl, elementary back stroke, breast stroke, and side stroke – which supports learning how to be safe in, on, and around the water. The program also increases fitness and endurance through enjoyable activities.

Program Level Registration Guide (Ages 5+)Requirements Level At least 5 years of age, no previous swimming experience required. Swimmers will work on floats, glides, entries and exits and continuous swim

Red Cross Swim Kids Level 1

Can float/front and back, exhale through mouth and nose; flutter kick while gliding on front and back; swim 5 metres continuously


Deep water activities; can breathe rhythmically 10 times; glides front/back with kick for 5m, and swim 10 metres continuously


Can swim front crawl at least 5 metres, arms recovering above water; and swim 15 metres continuously


Can surface support 45 seconds; swim front crawl at least 10 metres; swim on back with kick 10 metres; swim 25 metres continuously


Can swim front and back crawl at least 15 metres; perform the whip kick on back at least 5 metres; perform kneeling dive and swim 50 metres continuously


Can swim front crawl and back crawl at least 25 metres; swim coordinated elementary backstroke at least 15 metres; and swim 75 metres continuously


Can swim front crawl and back crawl at least 50 metres; swim elementary backstroke 25 metres; whip kick on front 15 metres; and swim 150 metres continuously


Can swim front crawl and back crawl at least 75 metres; swim elementary backstroke and breaststroke at least 25 metres; swim head first sculling on back 10 metres; perform a stride jump; swim 300 metres continuously


Can swim front crawl and back crawl at least 100 metres; swim elementary backstroke and breaststroke 25 metres; swim 400 metres continuously


Are an adolescent or adult interested in participating in a swimming and Water Safety program, based on their own abilities, interests and goals

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Red Cross preschool starfish $45.65An introductory class for babies, 4-12 months and their parent or caregiver. To enter this level, babies must be able to hold their head up. The goal of this orientation to water class is to experi-ence buoyancy, movement, entries, songs, and play in the water.

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 1:20pm - 1:50pm 38452

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 1:20pm - 1:50pm 38453

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 2:30pm - 3:00pm 38454

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 4:00pm - 4:30pm 38455

May 16 - Jul 4 Thur 2:00pm - 2:30pm 38456

May 16 - July 4 Thur 4:00pm - 4:30pm 38457

Jun 3 - Jun 26 Mon/Wed 9:00am - 9:30am 38458

Jun 3 - Jun 26 Mon/Wed 5:20pm - 5:50pm 38459

Jul 8 - Jul 18 Mon - Thur 4:00pm - 4:30pm 38460

Jul 22 - Aug 1 Mon - Thur 4:00pm - 4:30pm 38461

Aug 6 - Aug 15 Tues - Fri/Mon 4:00pm - 4:30pm 38462

Aug 19 - Aug 29 Mon - Thur 4:00pm - 4:30pm 38463

Red Cross preschool duck $45.65For toddlers or older babies, 12-24months, with a parent or care-giver. Toddlers build confidence while enjoying the water through games, songs and active water play.

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 10:0am - 10:30am 38429

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 10:0am - 10:30am 38430

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 9:30am - 10:00am 38431

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 2:00pm - 2:30pm 38432

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 4:40pm - 5:10pm 38433

May 16 - Jul 4 Thur 9:00am - 9:30am 38434





Jul 8 - Jul 18 Mon - Thur 9:00am - 9:30am 38439

Jul 22 - Aug 1 Mon - Thur 10:20am - 10:50am 38954

Aug 6 - Aug 15 Tues - Fri/Mon 9:00am - 9:30am 38955

Aug 19 - Aug 29 Mon - Thur 10:20am - 10:50am 38956

Red Cross preschool sea turtle $45.65 A transitional level for preschoolers and their parents. Par-ents can gradually transfer the preschoolers to the care of the Instructor. This level develops skills in swimming, glides, and floating and builds awareness of deep water and safe entries.

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 11:20am - 11:50am 38440

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 11:20am - 11:50am 38441

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 9:00am - 9:30am 38442

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 5:20pm - 5:50pm 38443

May 16 - Jul 4 Thur 9:30am - 10:00am 38444









Red Cross preschool sea otter 3-5 yr $45.65Sea Otter level ensures an easy transition to unparented levels. This level develops skills in swimming, glides, floating and builds awareness of deep water and safe entries.

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 10:40am - 11:10am 38514

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 11:20am - 11:50am 38515

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 12:00pm - 12:30pm 38516

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 12:40pm - 1:10pm 38517

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 2:40pm - 3:10pm 38518

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 3:20pm - 3:50pm 38519

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 10:40am - 11:10am 38520

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 11:20am - 11:50am 38521

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 12:00pm - 12:30pm 38522

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 12:40pm - 1:10pm 38523

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 2:40pm - 3:10pm 38524

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 3:20pm - 3:50pm 38525

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 9:00am - 9:30am 38526

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 9:30am - 10:00am 38527

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 2:00pm - 2:30pm 38528

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 2:30pm - 3:00pm 38529

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 4:00pm - 4:30pm 38530

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 5:20pm - 5:50pm 38531

May 16 - Jul 4 Thur 9:00am - 9:30am 38532

May 16 - July 4 Thur 9:30am - 10:00am 38546














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Jul 8 - Jul 18 Mon - Thur 11:40am - 12:10pm 38543






Jul 22 - Aug 1 Mon - Thur 11:40am - 12:10pm 38797






Aug 6 - Aug 15 Tues - Fri/Mon 11:40am - 12:10pm 38803






Aug 19 - Aug 29 Mon - Thur 11:40am - 12:10pm 38809



Red Cross preschool salamander 3-5 yrs $45.65Preschoolers actively learn new swimming skills including assist-ed floats and glides through games and songs. The fun includes learning to jump into chest deep water.

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 10:40am - 11:10am 38829

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 12:00pm - 12:30pm 38830

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 2:00pm - 2:30pm 38831

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 2:40pm - 3:10pm 38832

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 10:40am - 11:10am 38833

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 12:00pm - 12:30pm 38834

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 2:00pm - 2:30pm 38835

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 2:40pm - 3:10pm 38836

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 9:00am - 9:30am 38837

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 9:30am - 10:00am 38838

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 2:00pm - 2:30pm 38839

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 2:30pm - 3:00pm 38840

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 4:00pm - 4:30pm 38841

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 5:20pm - 5:50pm 38842

May 16 - Jul 4 Thur 9:00am - 9:30am 38843




























Red Cross preschool sunfish $45.65Assisted by an instructor, preschoolers work on stroke and skillls progressions. Learning also focuses on good judgement in, on and around the water, plus entries and floats in deep water.

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 10:00am - 10:30am 38548

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 1:20pm - 1:50pm 38549

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 2:00pm - 2:30pm 38550

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 10:00am - 10:30am 38551

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 1:20pm - 1:50pm 38552

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 2:00pm - 2:30pm 38553

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 9:00am - 9:30am 38554

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 9:30am - 10:00am 38555

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 2:00pm - 2:30pm 38556

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 2:30pm - 3:00pm 38557

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 4:40pm - 5:10pm 38558

May 16 - Jul 4 Thur 9:00am - 9:30am 38559








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Red Cross preschool crocodile/whale $45.65 Crocodile: Preschoolers start independent glides and kicking in deep water. Endurance is built through increasing distance for front and back swims. Whale: Children will learn to swim inde-pendently. Preschoolers will increase their distance and improve skills in front and back swims.

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 11:20am - 11:50am 38464

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 12:40pm - 1:10pm 38465

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 3:20pm - 3:50pm 38466

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 11:20am - 11:50am 38467

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 12:40pm - 1:10pm 38468

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 3:20pm - 3:50pm 38469

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 9:00am - 9:30am 38470

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 9:30am - 10:00am 38471

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 2:00pm - 2:30pm 38472

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 2:30pm - 3:00pm 38473

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 5:20pm - 5:50pm 38474

May 16 - Jul 4 Thur 9:00am - 9:30am 38475






















Red Cross swim kids 1 $45.65Swimmers receive an orientation to water and the pool area and work on floats, glides and kicking. Swimmers build their endur-ance by working on the 5m front swim.

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 10:40am - 11:10am 38584

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 11:20am - 11:50am 38585

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 12:40pm - 1:10pm 38586

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 1:20pm - 1:50pm 38587

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 2:40pm - 3:10pm 38588

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 3:20pm - 3:50pm 38589

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 10:40am - 11:10am 38590

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 11:20am - 11:50am 38591

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 12:40pm - 1:10pm 38592

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 1:20pm - 1:50pm 38593

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 2:40pm - 3:10pm 38594

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 3:20pm - 3:50pm 38595

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 4:00pm - 4:30pm 38596

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 4:40pm - 5:10pm 38597

May 16 - Jul 4 Thur 4:40pm - 5:10pm 38598







Jul 8 - Jul 18 Mon - Thur 5:20pm -5:50pm 38605





Jul 22 - Aug 1 Mon - Thur 11:40m - 12:10pm 38610








Red Cross preschool sunfish (continued)

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aquaticsAug 6 - Aug 15 Tues - Fri/Mon 6:00pm - 6:30pm 38618







Red Cross swim kids 2 $45.65Swimmers work on propulsion skills to move through the water and to remain at the surface. Swimmers work on the front swim (5m) and learn about deep-water activities and proper use of a Personal Flotation Device (PFD). Fitness activities include the 10m flutter kick and a 10m distance swim.

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 10:00am - 10:30am 38619

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 12:00pm - 12:30pm 38620

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 12:40pm - 1:10pm 38621

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 1:20pm - 1:50pm 38622

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 2:00pm - 2:30pm 38623

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 3:20pm - 3:50pm 38624

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 10:00am - 10:30am 38625

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 12:00pm - 12:30pm 38626

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 12:40pm - 1:10pm 38627

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 1:20pm - 1:50pm 38628

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 2:00pm - 2:30pm 38947

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 3:20pm - 3:50pm 38629

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 4:00pm - 4:30pm 38630

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 4:40pm - 5:10pm 38631

May 16 - Jul 4 Thur 4:00pm - 4:30pm 38632

May 16 - Jul 4 Thur 5:20pm - 5:50pm 38633



Jul 8 - Jul 18 Mon - Thur 9:00am- 9:30am 38636











Aug 6 - Aug 15 Tues - Fri/Mon 9:00am- 9:30am 38818











Red Cross swim kids 3 $45.65This level provides an introduction to diving, and teaches swim-mers how to make wise choices about where and when to swim. Endurance is achieved by building strength in the flutter kick and a 15m swim.

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 10:00am - 10:30am 38647

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 11:20am - 11:50am 38648

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 2:00pm - 2:30pm 38649

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 10:00am - 10:30am 38650

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 11:20am - 11:50am 38651

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 2:00pm - 2:30pm 38652

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 4:40pm - 5:10pm 38653

May 16 - Jul 4 Thur 4:40pm - 5:10pm 38654














Red Cross swim kids 4 $45.65 This level introduces the front crawl (10m) and back swim with shoulder roll (15m). Swimmers work on kneeling dives, surface support (45 seconds, deep water) and developing a greater sense of self-safety by understanding their own limits. Endurance is built through a 25m swim.

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 10:40am - 11:10am 38670

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 12:00pm - 12:30pm 38671

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 2:40pm - 3:10pm 38672

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 10:40am - 11:10am 38673

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 12:00pm - 12:30pm 38674

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 2:40pm - 3:10pm 38675

Red Cross swim kid 1 (continued)


May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 5:20pm - 5:50pm 38676

May 16 - Jul 4 Thur 4:00pm - 4:30pm 38677
















Red Cross swim kids 5 $45.65 This level introduces the back crawl (15m), sculling skills, whip kick on the back, stride dives and treading water. Front crawl increases to 15m. An introduction to safe boating skills is also included. Endurance is developed through a 50m swim.

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 10:00am - 10:30am 38958

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 12:40pm - 1:10pm 38959

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 2:00pm - 2:30pm 38960

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 10:00am - 10:30am 38961

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 12:40pm - 1:10pm 38962

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 2:00pm - 2:30pm 38963

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 4:40pm - 5:10pm 38964

May 16 - Jul 4 Thur 5:20pm - 5:50pm 38965














Red Crossswim kids 6 $45.65 This level refines front crawl with a focus on hand entry and breathing (25m), back crawl with a focus on arm positions and body roll (25m), and introduces elementary backstroke (15m), safety on ice, and rescue of others with throwing assists. Swim-mers demonstrate the front dive and their ability to tread water in deep water for 1 minutes. Endurance is built through dolphin kick and a 75m swim.

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 10:40am - 11:10am 38979

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 12:00pm - 12:30pm 38980

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 2:40pm - 3:10pm 38981

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 10:40am - 11:10am 38982

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 12:00pm - 12:30pm 38983

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 2:40pm - 3:10pm 38984

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 5:20pm - 5:50pm 38985

May 16 - Jul 4 Thur 4:40pm - 5:10pm 38986














Red Cross swim kids 7/8 $52.10Swim Kids 7: builds skills and endurance for the front crawl (50m), back crawl (50m) and elementary back stroke (25m) and introduces whip kick on the front. Swimmers learn about airway and breathing obstructions, reach assists and stride entry. Swim-ming endurance is increased to a 150m swim. Swim Kids 8: is an introduction to breast stroke (15m) and feet-first surface dives. Swimmers learn about the dangers of open water, hypothermia, the performance of rescue breathing on children and adults, and stand-ing shallow dives. Swimmers participate in timed treading water activities using the eggbeater skill for 3 minutes to improve their ability to remain at the surface in the event of an unexpected fall into water. Endurance is built on a 300m swim. Front crawl and back crawl distances are increased to 75m each.

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 10:00am - 10:45am 38714

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 1:00pm - 1:45pm 38715

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 10:00am - 10:45am 38716

May 5 - Jun 30 Sun 1:00pm - 1:45pm 38717

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 5:00pm - 5:45pm 38718

May 16 - Jul 4 Thur 4:00pm - 4:45pm 38719


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Red Cross swim kid 4 (continued)

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Red Cross swim kids 9/10 $52.10 Swim Kids 9: refines the front crawl (100m), back crawl (100m), elementary back stroke (50m) and breast stroke (25m), and encourages swimmers to combine different kicks for fitness (3 mins). They also work on head-first surface dives and learn about wise choices, peer influences and self-rescue from ice. Endurance is built through a 400m swim. Swim Kids 10: is a final assessment of the strokes for technique and distance (front crawl 100m, back crawl 100m, elementary back stroke 50m, breast stroke 50m and sidestroke 25m). Swimmers learn about sun safety, rescue of oth-ers from ice, and head-first and feet-first surface dives. Endurance is built using the dolphin kick (vertical) and a 500m swim.

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 11:00am - 11:45am 38726

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 2:00pm - 2:45pm 38727

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 11:00am - 11:45am 38728

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 2:00pm - 2:45pm 38729

May 14 - Jul 2 Tues 4:00pm - 4:45pm 38730

May 16 - Jul 4 Thur 5:00pm - 5:45pm 38731










Red Cross adult swim basic 1 $45.65 Designed to develop or increase swimmers comfort in the water. This program will focus on mastering the skills for the front crawl.

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 1:20pm - 1:50pm 38948

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 1:20pm - 1:50pm 38949





Red Cross adult swim strokes $52.10We help you develop one or more swimming strokes, working toward proficiency and increased endurance. Work with your Water Safety Instructor to choose the strokes and set your goals and priorities. If you are interested in developing your strokes so that you can train for a triathlon, this is the ideal course for you.

May 11 - Jun 29 Sat 12:00pm - 12:45pm 38425

May 12 - Jun 30 Sun 12:00pm - 12:45pm 38426





aquaticsRed Cross swim kid 7/8 (continued)


TAP adapted swimming programsOur adapted swimming program is designed for children and adults with physical, mental, behavioural or sensory challenges. We can support them in learning how to swim, water safety or just having fun in the pool.

adapted schoolDoes your school (public, private or home) participate in the Eastlink Centre school lessons? Does your child have physical, mental or be-havioral limitations which might exclude them from these swimming lessons? A request can be made to have a TAP adapted instructor available for one-on-one instruction or support in a group lesson.

adapted daytime³ 6 week lesson sets, runs in sync with traditional school year³ Monday - Thursday 9:00am - 2:30pm³ we can adapt the Red Cross Swim Kids program ³ experienced instructors with a passion for teaching³ lessons are offered as 1-on-1 or a TAP adapted instructor can join student in main stream lessons

adapted evenings² 8 week session, eligible for Tax Credit² Monday - Thursday 3:30pm - 6:00pm² we can adapt the Red Cross Swim Kids program ³ experienced instructors with a passion for teaching³ lessons are offered as 1-on-1 or a TAP adapted instructor can join student in main stream lessons

puffer fish pre-school adapted parented lessonsFor children ages 1-5 years. Songs, games and introductory swim-ming skills will make your child comfortable and happy in the water. Participation-based only, without formal evaluation. Swimmers learn how to use floating objects for support and explore different water movements through games. This program is for parents with children with special challenges only. Forms for registration available at the front desk.

please contact Rebecca McTavishfor more information on TAP Adapted Programs

[email protected] or call 780.357.7529

TAP therapeutic therapyAquatic Movement Therapy uses the water and specifically de-signed exercises to enhance, restore and maintain a person’s func-tional abilities. Adults and children suffering from chronic disease or conditions, disabilities, recovering from injury or pre/post-surgery can benefit from this program.

1-on-1 sessions30 minute sessions tailored to meet your individual needs and goals.All instructors certified in Aquatic Rehabilitation. Assessment must be completed prior to enrollment and session times dependent on instructor availability.

movement therapy group sessionsriver movement classes³ slow moving, non-impact class³ builds on walking skills, posture, balance and range of motion³ beneficial for those individuals with limited mobility³ instructors certified in Aquatic Rehabilitation³ due to limited class size, eligibility to be determined by instructor³ drop-in fees apply

adapted movement³ specially designed class for teens and adults with special needs³ improve your physical fitness while having fun³ river and program pool will be utilized³ aquatics rehabilitation instructor will lead class with games and exercises³ caregivers may be asked to participate³ drop-in fees apply

aquatic movement arthritis / aquatic movement strokeThese group sessions are designed for those individuals who can-not tolerate exercising on land due to joint pain or limited mobility due to their ailment. Slow moving, non-impact class, designed to improve range of motion, strength, balance, and coordination.

please contact Sandee Watsonfor more information on TAP Therapeutic Programs

[email protected] or call 780.357.7529

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Red Cross assistant water safety instructorsaturday & sunday $318.00 The Assistant Water Safety Instructor course introduces candi-dates to the foundation of instructional skills by focusing on the theoretical knowledge that supports learning and teaching. This course guides the knowledge and skills needed to become an AWSI, by focusing on teaching methods, learning styles, physical principles, progressions, communication, safety supervision and feedback. Candidates are also provided the opportunity to demonstrate and be evaluated on their understanding of skills and knowledge through practical teaching experience and hands on assignments. Prerequisite: 15 years and older by the last day of the course and the ability to perform Red Cross Swim Kids level 10 strokes and skills. Three weekend course.

June 1 - 16 9:00am - 2:30pm 39017 Red Cross water safety instructormonday - friday $247.00 The Water Safety Instructor Course focuses on planning and teaching the Red Cross Swim continuum, instructional emer-gency response skills and instructional techniques specific to our programs. The certification issued allows candidates to teach all the Red Cross Swim Programs. Course is 25 hours with 12 hours of practice teaching. Pre-requisites: Assistant Water Safety Instructor. Three weekend course.

August 19 - 23 9:00am - 2:30pm 39016

Lifesaving Society bronze star saturday & sunday $91.00 Bronze Star is a pre-Bronze Medallion training standard and ex-cellent preparation for success in Bronze Medallion. In Bronze Star, participants develop problem-solving and decision-making skills as individuals and in partners. They learn CPR and develop Water Smart® confidence and the lifesaving skills needed to be their own personal lifeguard. Includes CPR A.

May 11/12 & 18/19 1:00pm - 4:30pm 39020 Lifesaving Society bronze medallion saturday & sunday $161.00Bronze Medallion Award teaches an understanding of the life-saving principles embodied in the four components of water res-cue education: judgment, knowledge, skill and fitness. Rescuers learn tows, carries, and defence and release methods in prepara-tion for challenging rescues of increased risk involving conscious and unconscious victims of various types. Lifesavers develop stroke efficiency and endurance in a timed swim. Prerequisites: Bronze Star or 13 yrs+ old. This is a three weekend course.

June 8 - 23 3:00pm - 6:30pm 39018 Lifesaving Society bronze cross monday - friday $121.00 Bronze Cross is designed for lifesavers who want the challenge of more advanced training including an introduction to safe supervi-sion in aquatic facilities. Bronze Cross is the prerequisite for all advanced training programs including National Lifeguard and Instructor certification. Pre-requistie: Bronze Medallion.

April 1 - 5 9:00am - 1:00pm 37546

July 2 - 5 9:00am - 2:00pm 39012

Lifesaving Society national lifeguard awardsaturday & sunday $336.00The NL program develops the basic lifeguarding skills, principles and decision-making process to help lifeguards evaluate and adapt to different aquatic facilities and emergencies. Pre-requisites: Bronze Cross, current Standard First Aid (Aquatic Emergency Care is recommended), and minimum 16 years of age. This is a three weekend course.

April 13 - 28 9:00am - 4:00pm 37555

July 15 - 19 9:00am - 5:00pm 39014

August 26 - 30 9:00am - 5:00pm 39015

Lifesaving Society instructortuesday - friday $225.00Lifesaving Instructors/Examiners are trained to teach and evalu-ate the three Canadian Swim Patrol Program awards as well as Bronze Star, Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross and Distinction certifications. Instructor/Examiner candidates are trained in as-pects of learning as well as various approaches required to teach water rescue, first aid, and related aquatic skills in the Canadian Lifesaving Program. Candidates also learn about long-range and short-term planning, class management, safety supervision and the principles of evaluation.Pre-requisites: 16 years old, Bronze Cross or higher and have previous teaching experience. Either WSI, Sears I can swim or YMCA.

July 2 - 5 9:00am - 5:00pm 39033

Lifesaving Society first aid instructormonday - thursday $270.00Once complete, the Instructor/Examiners will be able to teach and evaluate first aid skills in both Aquatic and non-Aquatic environments. Instructors will be able to deliver the Society’s Emergency first aid, Standard first aid, Aquatic EmergencyCare, CPR, Oxygen Administration, and AED courses

May 13 - 16 9:00am - 5:00pm 39032

Lifesaving Society aquatic emergency care recertificationsunday $32.00For those who wish to recertify their Aquatics Emergency care or Standard First Aid.

August 18 10:00am - 12:30pm 39026

aquatic certification & leadership coursesaquatics


Red Cross child care standard first aidtuesday - friday $165.00 This course provides comprehensive First Aid and CPR techniques for those who want more knowledge to respond to emergencies in the home or workplace. A variety of topics are covered from basic first aid such as cardiovascular and breathing emergencies, CPR level C, prevention of disease transmission to more severe sudden medical conditions and injuries to the head and spine.

May 28 - 31 9:00am - 1:00pm 39027 Red Cross emergency first aidvarious $117.00 This course covers essential First Aid and CPR skills to recognize, prevent and respond to cardiovascular emergencies for adults, chil-dren and babies. It also covers topics such as choking, airway and breathing emergencies, and prevention of disease transmission.

Apr 8 - 9 Mon/Tues 9:00am - 1:45pm 38193

May 7 - 8 Tues/Wed 9:00am - 1:45pm 39022

June 11 - 12 Tues/Wed 4:30pm - 9:15pm 39023

Red Cross standard first aid various $40.00This course provides comprehensive First Aid & CPR techniques for those who want more knowledge to respond to emergencies in the home or workplace. A variety of topics are covered from basic first aid such as cardiovascular and breathing emergencies, CPR Level C, prevention of disease transmission to more severe sudden medical conditions and injuries to the head and spine. Standard first aid is a 16 hour course, you must be present and complete Emergency First Aid held the day(s) before.

Apr 10 Wed 9:00am - 2:00pm 38203

May 9 Thurs 9:00am - 2:00pm 39024

June 13 Thurs 4:30pm - 9:30pm 39025

Red Cross CPR C / AED HCP (health care provider)saturday $91.00Courses on cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillation provide the skills needed to recognize and respond to cardiovascular emergencies and choking for adults, children, and babies. Additional information taught for health care providers such as bag valve mask, 2 person CPR, pulse check and more.

July 13 Sat 9:00am - 2:15pm 39028

CPR/AED recertificationvarious $35.00This course is for those looking to recertify their CPR C / AED.

June 19 Wed 5:00pm - 9:15pm 39029

July 6 Sat 9:00am - 1:15pm 39030

August 10 Sat 9:00am - 1:15pm 39031

Red Cross babysitting course saturday & sunday $45.00This course is designed for youth 11 years and up who want to become a babysitter or may already be one. The Babysitting Course covers the responsibilities of a babysitter, safety tips for children of all ages, basic child care skills and what to do in case of an emergency.

Apr 20 - 21 1:00pm - 5:00pm 39054

Jun 8 - 9 1:00pm - 5:00pm 39055

We Have First Aid Coursesget certified here

first aid certification

Oilfield CertificationHealth Care Professionals

Teaching ProfessionalsExpecting & New Parents

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kitchencake decorating fondant beginnersaturday $25.00Learn how to cover your own cake with fondant and how to make it smooth, without wrinkles or air bubbles. Come join me for this class where I will show you how to make your own marshmallow fondant and cover a cake. You will require a fondant tool kit for this class, the kit is available at the class for $25.00 and the kit is yours to take home and continue to create more beautiful cakes.

March 2 10:00am - 12:00pm 39157 cake decorating fondant intermediatesaturday $25.00 If you know how to cover a cake in frosting but want to learn how to use and apply fondant this class is for you! Come join us and I will show you how to make your own marshmallow fondant and get creative now that you know how. You will require a fondant tool kit for this class, the kit is available at the class for $25.00 and is yours to take home and continue to create more beautiful cakes.

March 9 9:00am - 12:00pm 39159 cake decorating fondant advancedsaturday $25.00 If you know how to make cakes but are looking to expand and work with fondant this class will be for you. Join me and I will give you fondant tips for prep and decorating. In this class you will be stacking a cake and creating your own fondant cake design. After you’ve completed the class you can take your cake home and show off your skills. You will require a fondant tool kit for this class, the kit is available at the class for $25.00 and the kit is yours to take home and continue to create more beautiful cakes.

March 16 9:00am - 12:00pm 39161

cake decorating with Jennifer Langille

Do you have a great idea?for a class, event, partnership ...

we would like to meet with you.contact Cheryl McKenzie at 780.830.5034

do you have a special skill? want to teach a class? need exposure?


Whether you’re looking for a light snack or a full on meal. Tito’s has you covered, with a wide range of Mediterranean and Canadian options.

The new hidden gem of Grande Prairie. Offer-ing: Massage, Red Light Therapy, Migun Bed, Teeth Whitening, Heat Therapy, Tanning and Many More Health Products!

Canadia Paraplegic Association (Alberta)’s mission is to assist persons with spinal cord in-juries and other physical disabilities to achieve independence, self-reliance and full com-munity participation. CPA (Alberta)’s exciting new partnership with the EastLink Centre will provide us with the opportunity to better provide the essential services our organization has to offer throughout the Peace Region.

No visit is complete until you visit Ernie’s Sports Experts Eastlink Centre location. Here you’ll find swim wear and swim gear like goggles, yoga supplies and clothing, racquets, footwear, basketballs, volleyballs and boxing supplies. Spruce up your workout clothing or check out the casual wear.

Ready Set Dance is well known as the dance wear specialists in the Peace Region. We have been grow-ing and expanding to supply dance wear and accessories for all types of dance; ballet, jazz, tap, contem-porary, hip hop, belly, highland, Ukrainian and ballroom as well as attire for gymnastics, figure skating and cheerleading.

The early morning crowd will appreciate the flavour packed juice that Jugo Juice will provide to kick start your busy day! They will provide all natural fruit based smoothies exclusively to the aquatics enclosed viewing area, or along Rotary Avenue west.

Second Cup is our onsite coffee provider. The kiosk overlooks the Free FM FlowRider. It is a great place to sip a coffee, nibble a muffin and watch the surfing action.

Something unique and truely Canadian. Wan-nawafel is a Victoria, BC based franchise. This location is the first franchise expansion. Using only authentic Belgian recipes with all waffles and toppings made from scratch.

running trackvendors

hours of operation5:30am - 10:30pm

Youth 8 - 15 must be supervised by an adult.

Strollers are welcome.Customers with strollers can come directly to the south entrance and unload strollers onto the cement to avoid going through the mud.

Indoor Shoes Only.

family track timeAll ages welcome!Saturday & Sunday 12:00pm - 4:00pmMonday, Wednesday & Friday 3:30pm - 7:00pm

approximately 1km distance.Lane 1 (inside) - 175.5m = 6 times aroundLane 2 - 183m = 5.5 times aroundLane 3 - 190.5m = 5.25 times aroundLane 4 (outside) - 198m = 5 times around

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The Eastlink Centre, offers outstanding celebration opportunities. Choose from one of our party packages or allow us to assist you in creating your own custom package. Our event hosts will take the stress out of your next birthday party!! Let us show you how.

NEW energetic

• 2 hour party includes greeting time

• an event host to assist

• 45 minute block play in the fieldhouse

• one hour in the party room

excellent

• 3 hour party includes greeting and transition time

• an event host to assist

• one hour in the pool

• one hour in the party room extravagant*

• same as excellent package, PLUS:

• additional 30 minutes in the pool

• party room decked out with theme specific decorations

• goodie bags

• choice of theme: dino, pirate, tropical or princess

* Designed for children ages 3 - 12 years old, please ask about our themed party options for children under 3.

exactGot a great idea but need a little help making it a reality? Let us help.

contact Bobbi at 780.357.7538

Birthday party application forms can be filled out at the Easlink Centre, over the phone or get one online.

Bookings are made on a first come first serve basis. Full payment is required to secure your booking.

birthday parties

If the City cancels: The City reserves the right to cancel, combine or divide classes or make other revisions which may be necessary. If a class is cancelled due to insufficient registra-tion, participants will be given the opportunity to transfer to another class or have their fees refunded by way of credit on account or by a cheque. If you have paid by credit card, a reversal of the transaction will occur.

If the Participant cancels or transfers: If the advertised deadline has not occurred a refund will be issued in one of three ways:

• if you have paid by credit card, a reversal of the transaction will occur less a $5.00 transaction fee

• if you have paid by cheque/cash/interact, or you may request a refund cheque (less a $5.00 transaction fee). Cheques take approxi-mately ten days to process.

• Or a credit (less a $5.00 transaction fee) will be applied to your account in our database which can be used for future City operated programs

Once the advertised deadline passes, no withdrawals or transfers will be accepted. A refund or credit will not be issued – with the exception of proof of relocation or medical reasons, (which must be accompanied by a doctor’s certificate).

City of Grande Prairie Cancellation Policy


staff

Meet the familiar faces around the

If you are a regular around the Eastlink Centre you start to get to know folks who work here, so we wanted to share a few familiar faces with you so next time you say Hi, you will know who they are!

Tricia Piepgrass & Rochelle Van Buskirk Customer Care Hosts

Hey there, Hi there, Ho there! My name is Tricia Piepgrass. I’m what you might call “a jokester!” I absolutely love to laugh and giggle and my favorite thing in the whole world to do is dance! I have 4 awesome kidlets and an amazing hubby. We moved to GP 7 years ago from Edmonton I have worked at the Eastlink Centre for just

answer! I have made so many cool friends and met so many talented people while working here and I look forward to meeting many more. I also look forward to seeing you here at the coolest place in GP. Peeps Out!

Hi there, my name is Rochelle Van Buskirk. I was born in Grande Prairie with a few generations preceding me. Needless to say, my roots are deeply planted here! I am married to a great guy named Jason and together we have four sons, one daughter, and one adorable grandson.

Outside of work I spend most of my time doing the usual "mom stuff" like running kids here and there, wondering what to make for supper, and trying to keep up with the never-ending pile of laundry. When not busy with the day to day things, I really enjoy being creative...especially in the area of interior decorating.

I have been working for the city for about one year now. As a

people of our community in a variety of different ways. From giving tours of our amazing facility, to face-paint-ing at a special event...no two days are ever the same!

Over this last year I have developed true friendships with both co-workers and customers that I know will last a lifetime. I look forward to the years ahead, knowing that there are many more tours to give, many more faces to paint, and many more friendships to gain : )

Megan HofAquatics Coordinator

I have been working for the City of Grande Prairie for 4 years, currently at Eastlink Centre as one of three Aquatic Coordinators. I have an administrative background that I never could have predicted would bring me over to aquatics, but am I ever glad it did! Our facility boasts a genuinely fun and vibrant atmosphere, there is never a dull or boring day for us and because of this constant need to work as a team we are building lasting relationships.

The City offers no shortage of opportunities to advance and continu-ally learn. My supervisors have always acknowledged what my passions are, specifically Eastlink Centre’s Tailored Aquatics Program, and allowed me the freedom in my job to pursue those passions. I consider myself to be very fortunate to get to work with the family the City has welcomed me into. I look forward to many happy years with my coworkers and new friends.”

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Coca-Cola Centre 780.513.5252With your Eastlink Centre membership, you also have access to Public Skating and Shinny Hockey at the Coca-Cola Centre:

Public Skating

Monday - Thursday Monday & Friday Tuesday & Thursday Sunday

10:00am - 11:30am 2:00pm - 3:15pm 7:00pm - 8:15pm 2:15pm - 3:30pm

* All skaters under the age of 18 must wear an approved safety helmet to skate. Helmets are recommended for adult skaters as well.* Times are subject to change, please see Monthly Schedule online at cityofgp.com

Shinny HockeyTuesday & Saturday 11:00pm - 12:15am* All Shinny players must receive the appropriate Shinny wristband in order to play. This is an adult league and all players must be at least 16 years of age. Tickets go on sale at 9pm. Only one ticket can be purchased per person. Goalies are free but must check-in with the front desk upon arrival* Please note times are subject to changes: for more infomation see cityofgp.com

Dave Barr Community Centre 780.538.0469A quality multi-use venue featuring year-round sports programming and educational oppor-tunities. The facility provides a safe, fun, healthy environment with a friendly atmosphere for families, community groups and sports organizations. The Dave Barr Community Centre has an arena used for ice hockey and skating in the winter months. It is converted to a dry floor and used for lacrosse and ball hockey during the warmer months.

The Community Centre is also home for The Kid's Place, a City run playschool.

Muskoseepi Park 780. 538.0451Built through grants using the Alberta Heritage Fund in 1986, Muskoseepi Park gave Grande Prairie residents and visitors a maintained green space filled with amenities.The Muskoseepi Park Pavilion is the central administration building for the park, and also pro-vides meeting and event space, and a cafeteria. Just outside the building, there is a pond used for winter skating and stocked for children's fishing in the summer. There is also a playground including a spray deck and a small climbing wall.

The pavilion has direct access to the Muskoseepi Park trail system, and nearby areas for lawn bowling, horseshoes, a skateboard park, the Bear Creek Swimming Pool and the GP Museum.

Crystal Centre 780. 538-0334The Crystal Centre is the “Centre of it all!” Family shows, trade shows, banquets, conferences, conventions and graduations are just a few of the special events that round out our growing annual list of activities. And don’t forget minor and industrial hockey and public and senior skat-ing. We are proud of the distinctive variety of events showcased in the venue in the past and look forward to much more of the same in the future.

affiliated centres

Make a splash with Eastlink Centre Advertising!

We’ve been open a year and put through over a million patrons. Isn’t it time you put your business advertising where the action is happen-ing? We are offering opportunities to advertise in our amazing facility. Eastlink Centre boasts 280,000sf consisting of 4 aquatics tanks including 50m, 25m, Aquaterasaurus Land Splash Park, Lazy River, 2 slides, dive tank, sauna, steam room, Panda Vac Truck Hot Tub, Blouin Electric Hot Tub. In addition we have a 2 court field-house, 16,000sf fitness gym, 4 lane running track, 4 squash and racquetball courts, child playcare, indoor jungle gym, 4 food and beverage vendors, sports retailer, on and on the list goes. We are a one stop sports source and the hub for the entire region!

AdvertisingOpportunities

Main Hall Pillar WrapsMain Hall Window Decal

Second Level Pillar WrapsSecond Level Window DecalSecond Level Railing Decal

Stair Kickplate DecalFitness Window Decal

Scoreboard Signage (Backlit)

For a complete rate sheet and advertising package contact Cheryl Mckenzie at 780 830 5034

Pool TanksSquash / Racquetball Courts

SlidesDive TankLazy River

Running Tracksand many more!

For a complete listing of Sponsorship components and pricing contact

Cheryl McKenzie at 780 830 5034

ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Eastlink Centre has great opportunities for Naming Rights on many different components in the building. The value of Sponsorship versus purchasing of advertising is more prominent locations for signage, and sponsorship rewards including employee discounts based on value of the sponsorship. The other benefit is that a Sponsorship is a longterm commitment, 10 years being the standard, this allows you a higher valued sponsorship that can be amortized over the course of the 10 years allowing you even great exposure.

This is a great way to get your name on a key component that speaks to your business goals, vision and community investment.

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