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Rockcliffe ParkCommunity CentresRecreation GuideFall 2011/Winter 2012

RegistrationFall 2011/Winter 2012 registration begins:• Swimming and Aquafitness – Online/Touch Tone 10 pm August 8.In person August 9 during business hours.• Other programs – Online/Touch Tone 10 pm August 10.In person August 11 during business hours.Choose the method that’s most convenient for you!Online: direct your browser to ottawa.ca/recreation and click on the123Go Register icon to view programs and to sign up for a course.Please have your credit card number and expiry date ready(Visa/MasterCard). You will need your Family PIN number andClient Barcode(s).Touch Tone Telephone: at 613-580-2588. Please have your creditcard number and expiry date ready (Visa/MasterCard). You willneed your Family PIN number and Client Barcode(s). Receipts willbe available upon request.If you require either Client Barcode(s) or Family PIN numbers,please call 613-580-2588, Monday to Friday, 7 am - 7 pm(with the exception of statutory holidays) and follow the prompts.In person: visit a Client Service Centre or a recreation facility forany course that has a program code. For courses without a programcode, register at the facility which offers the program. Paymentsaccepted by cash, cheque (made payable to the City of Ottawa),debit or credit card (Visa/MasterCard).Harmonized Sales Tax (HST)The Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) of 13% applies to recreationprograms, services and materials where applicable and is includedin the fees. Existing programs that were GST exempt remain HSTexempt – for example, qualifying recreation programs for children 14and younger and individuals with disabilities.For more information, visit the Government of Ontario web site:www.rev.gov.on.ca/en/notices/hst/03.htmWithdrawals/RefundsVisit your local recreation facility or any City of Ottawa ClientService Centre to withdraw from a program. If you would like arefund*, you must fill out and submit a Refund Request Form.No processing fee will be charged if the refund is credited to youraccount. A $25 processing fee will be charged for refunds bycheque or credit card. Refunds will be issued within 21 days of thereceipt of the Refund Request Form.Learn to SwimLearn to Swim classes for allages and levels are available at17 City of Ottawa indoor pools.Certification and specialtycourses are also available.Visit ottawa.ca/recreationguideto find the courses available ateach pool.Learn to SkateLearn to Skate programs for allages and abilities are availableby group or private lessons. Visitottawa.ca/recreationguide to findthe courses.Contact the Recreational SkatingSchool at 613-580-2596.Special NeedsIntegrationAll recreation programs offeredwithin the City’s Parks,Recreation and Cultural Servicesdepartment are open toparticipants with disabilities.To help you find theappropriate program or todetermine the level of supportneeded, the City offersIntegration Services.Visit ottawa.ca/specialneeds formore information or call613-580-2424 ext. 29283City Wide SportsCity Wide Sports provides sportsprograms and leagues for allages across the city in schools,parks and community buildings.Corporate and private coursesalso available.Girls ‘n Women and Sport offersquality, safe opportunities forgirls and women to participate insports and physical activity.Browse the Recreation GuidePDFs in your appropriate agegroup to find activities:ottawa.ca/recreationguide.Call 613-580-2854 for moreinformation.EnewsletterSubscribe to the new recreationand culture e-newsletter! Visitwww.ottawa.ca/recreation andclick on the DiscoverRec link.Ottawa Hand in HandRecreation & CultureFee SupportThe City of Ottawa offersfinancial support to ensure thatall residents can participate inrecreation and culture programsand activities offered by the City,regardless of their ability to pay.For additional information or toobtain a fee support application,visit your local recreationfacility or any City of OttawaClient Service Centre. Applicantswill be asked to provide proof offinancial need.GOING GREEN!Both the Recreation Guide andMon Guide francophone des loisirsare only available online.The Recreation Guide can be foundat ottawa.ca/recreationguide.Mon Guide francophonedes loisirs can be found atottawa.ca/monguide.Both are interactive PDFs.VIRAGE AU VERT!Désormais, Mon guide francophonedes loisirs et le Recreation Guideexistent uniquement en ligne.Mon Guide francophone des loisirsse trouve à ottawa.ca/monguide,et le Recreation Guide se trouveà ottawa.ca/recreationguide.Les documents PDF sont interactifs.2011048103Fees and Schedulesmay be subjectto change.Please check ottawa.cafor any updates.Fees include HST.-1-

Family-FriendlyFamily Boot CampA high-energy class designed topush your strength andcardiovascular limits. Thismilitary-style training focuses onbody-weight exercises and teambuilding. Bring the entirefamily! All ages welcome.Children must be accompaniedby an adult. This class is notsuitable for anyone with a heartcondition.Instructor: Molly Duggan,12 classes, No class on Oct 8.6-14 yrs Sat 9-10 amSep 17-Dec 10 $60 666009Jan 14-Mar 31 $60 66601015-18 yrs Sat 9-10 amSep 17-Dec 10 $68 666011Jan 14-Mar 31 $68 66601419+ yrs Sat 9-10 amSep 17-Dec 10 $105.25 666016Jan 14-Mar 31 $105.25 666017Nature NightsJoin environmental educator andnaturalist, Diana Brushey forthis fun, family-friendly learningseries. Each session starts witha game or activity to introduce anarrated slideshow offantastic images, and is followedby an interactive discussion andhands-on exploration of nature’streasures. Spend an entertainingand educational evening with thekids! Children must beaccompanied by an adult,maximum 4 per family.Register in advance by calling613- 842-8578.5 years and up Fri 6-7:45 pm$15/ family (4 people max)Space Part 1: GalacticBeginnings & the InnerSolar System - Sep 23See some of the greatest photosfrom Hubble, hear theories aboutthe early days of the universe,learn about the incredibleblazing ball that supports life onearth, and see marvellousphotos of the terrestrial planetsand their features! Optionalstargazing following thepresentation, weather permitting.Space Part 2:Terra Firma, MartianMarvels, and the GasGiants - Oct 28The space program has taughtus a lot about our home planet,hear some tall tales and funfacts about Mars, traverse theasteroid belt, and take our firstpeeks at the Gas Giants.Optional stargazing following thepresentation, weather permitting.-3-Space Part 3: GasGiants & Beyond,and HumanExploration - Nov 25We move on past the asteroidbelt to the Jovian planets andbeyond, and learn about someof humanity’s greatest journeysof exploration. We’ll look backacross the awesome size andtimeline of the universe as weknow it and will end byconsidering a few mysteries ofthe cosmos. Optionalstargazing following thepresentation, weather permitting.Brilliant Birds - Jan 27Throughout history humans havebeen intrigued and inspired aswe watch our feathered friendssoar above us. See pictures ofsome of the world’s mostinteresting winged wonders,play a game, and hear myths,legends, and anecdotes aboutCanada’s brilliant birds andlearn why they really aren’t “birdbrains”. We’ll also learn how wecan help our migratory songbirds.Amazing Animals - Feb 24Learn facts and anecdotes aboutamazing Canadian animals.Hear about their amusingpersonalities and intriguingbehaviour, and do hands-onexploration of animal-relateditems. See photos and hearstories about some of the mostcaptivating creatures fromaround the globe.Workshop-UkrainianEaster EggGet ready for Easter bydecorating eggs in the Ukrainiantradition of Pysanky. Usecandles, beeswax, and dyeto create intricate ornaments.Younger teens welcome ifaccompanied by an adult. Therewill be a $5 supply fee payableto the instructor on the day of theclass. Instructor: Diana Brushey13+ yrs Sun 2-5 pmMar 18 $41.25 68107513+ yrs Sun 1-4 pmMar 25 $41.25 681078AdultDrawing-IntroductionLearn simple tips that make abig difference in the way you seeand draw. Observational skillsare built while studyingperspective, values,understanding mass, line,contour drawing, shading andmore. Combined with the youthclass. *4 classes, Fall- Sep 29,Oct 13 & 20, Nov 3Thu7-9 pmSep 29-Nov 3* $70 681096Jan 26- Feb16 $70 681097Ikebana Beginner toTeacher LevelThe Japanese art of flower arrangement,derived from ancienttradition, is now blooming allover the world. Experience thejoy of creation taught by theSogetsu School of Japan for studentsat all levels from beginnerto teacher. Sogetsu Ikebana willsuit any kind of space and enrichits atmosphere. Please bringyour own secateurs or handprunerto each class. A supplyfee of $10.00 per class ($60) isfor plant material is payable tothe instructor at the first class.Instructor: Anne Breau, Riji*Please note that the 6 classesare not consecutive: Fall: Sep.17 & 24, Oct. 1, 15, 29, Nov. 5 /Winter: Jan. 14 & 21, Feb. 4 &18, Mar. 3 & 10.Sat10:30 am-12:30 pmSep 17-Nov 5 $176.25 663326Jan 14-Mar 10 $176.25 663364Ikebana Advanced/TeachersAdmission to this class is byapproval of the instructor only.*Please note that the 6 classesare not consecutive: Fall: Sep.17 & 24, Oct. 1, 15, 29, Nov. 5 /Winter: Jan. 14 & 21, Feb. 4 &18, Mar. 3 & 10.Sat10:30 am-12:30 pmSep 17-Nov 5 $38.50 per classJan 14-Mar 10 $38.50 per classIntroduction to InfantMassage (1 class)Bond with Baby! Join thisintroductory class in the art ofinfant massage and discoverthe benefits of nurturing touch.Instructor: Manon Salois6 wks-8 months Tue 12:30-1:30 pmSep 20 $10 681098Sep 27 $10 681099Infant MassageLearn the ancient art form ofinfant massage. Parents learnnurturing massage techniqueswhich promote overall healthand help you and your infantlearn a most valuableIskill in this fast-paced world -how to relax. Instructor: ManonSalois, 4 classes6 wks-8 months Tue 12:30-1:30 pmOct 4-25 $40 681100Tap DanceStudents in this class will learnthe basics of tap dance throughfun dance combinations andsome simple choreography, withan emphasis on rhythm andclarity of step. Tap shoes arerecommended but not required.Instructor: Jordan Long, 10classes. Winter class by requestonly!Tue8:15-9:30 pmSep 27-Nov 29 $113 663975Fitness ClassesCore Strength Training-Early BirdClasses are specificallydesigned to increase andenhance core stability/strength,improve flexibility, and developabdominal/lower back strength.Instructor: Sharon Collins,Fall: 14 classes (no class Sep 28);Winter: 12 classes.Wed6:30-7:30 amSep 7-Dec 14 $122.75 662559Jan 11-Mar 28 $105.25 662561Exerball StrengthThis class will challenge yourstrength, core stability, andbalance targeting those deepermuscles. The ball is used in avariety of positions with optionsprovided for different fitnesslevels. Hand weights and toningbands are used forstrengthening and stretchingthe whole body. This class willimprove your overall strength,posture and balance. Finish witha complete stretch leaving yourejuvenated. Instructor: LouiseHannant, Fall: 14 classes;Winter: 12 classes.Tue10:15-11:15 amSep 13-Dec 13 $122.75 662648Jan 10-Mar 27 $105.25 662650Feldenkrais All LevelsAwareness through Movement(ATM) classes guide you todevelop a more complete pictureof yourself in action and gainincreased awareness of howyour skeleton supports you. Thisimproves a wide range ofactivities from repetitive day-todaytasks to skilledperformance in sports. Whiledoing ATM classes, discover thatyou can relieve chronic pain,prevent injury, and improveflexibility.Instructor: Lisa Woolnough, 12classes, no class Oct 10.Mon10-11amSep 12-Dec 5 $146 664611Jan 9-Mar 26 $146 664718Wed6-7 pmSep 14-Nov 30 $146 664613Jan 11-Mar 28 $146 664719

Fitness ClassesFeldenkrais WorkshopsSun1-4 pmOct 30 $50 664614Nov 27 $50 664615Feb 19 $50 664720Mar 11 $50 664721Mom and Me FitTummytimePilates-based exercises will helpto rebuild your core strengthafter childbirth. With emphasison posture, breathingtechniques, and maintaining aneutral spine, you will learn totone your abdominal musclesand flatten your tummy. Babycan be incorporated into theexercises or left to play on mat.Bring a yoga mat, and babyblanket. Instructor:Sharon Collins, 12 classes.(No class Sep 30)Fri10-11 amSep 9-Dec 2 $105.25 662595Jan 13-Mar 30 $105.25 662599Pilates-Level 1/2A strength training classdesigned to improve your corestability and posture. Emphasisis on proper breathing andmaintaining a neutral spine. Allskill levels welcome. Bring ayoga mat and wearcomfortable clothing: nohoodies and no shoes duringclass. Instructor: Molly Duggan,12 classes, no classes Oct 10 &Feb 20.Mon9-9:55 amSep 12-Dec 5 $105.25 666001Jan 9-Apr 2 $105.25 666005Fri9-9:55 amSep 16-Dec 2 $105.25 666002Jan 13-Mar 30 $105.25 666006Step & StrengthJoin this dynamic class designedto boost your cardioendurance and enhance yourmuscle strength. This earlymorning class incorporates funand energizing stepchoreography with weight-liftingexercises that are sure to getyour day off to the right start.Instructor: Leanne Ward,Fall: 14 classes,Winter: 12 classes.Tue6:15-7:15 amSep 13-Dec 13 $122.75 664153Jan 10-Mar 27 $105.25 664491Thu6:15-7:15 amSep 15-Dec 15 $122.75 664154Jan 12-Mar 29 $105.25 664492For RentThe Community Hall isavailable for receptions,birthday parties,family gatherings or meetingson most weekends.Please call 613-842-8578.Total Body StretchDo you hold tension? Havetight muscles? You will stretchevery part of the body and relaxthose tight muscles as youimprove your flexibility. A relaxationcomponent at the end ofthe class will leave you with arelaxed body and mind and arefreshed outlook to take on theday. Instructor: Molly Duggan, 12classes.Wed9-9:55 amSep 14-Nov 30 $105.25 666007Jan 11-Mar 28 $105.25 666008Totally ToneTotally Tone provides all thefitness components in one class.Begin with an extended 20minute warm up andcardiovascular exercises. Moveinto strength exercises usinghand weights, toning bands, andexercise balls followed by afusion of Pilates and yogapostures. Finish with anextended stretch routine anddeep relaxation for tranquility.Wear comfortable indoorclothing and suitable indoorshoes.Instructor: Louise Hannant,Fall: Tue-14 classes,Thu-13 classes (no class Oct 6),Winter: 12 classes.Tue9-10 amSep 13-Dec 13 $122.75 662637Jan 10-Mar 27 $105.25 662644Thu9-10 amSep 15-Dec 15 $114 662638Jan 12-Mar 29 $105.25 662645WalkingExplore the winding streets andforest paths in Rockcliffe.Walking is a low-impact exercisewith numerous health benefits.It’s good for your bones,improves fitness, tones yourbody and reduces the risk ofcertain cancers. Walks will beone hour long and approximately4-5 km. Wear walking shoes anddress for the weather.Drop-ins welcome at any time.Bring a friend! A seniors discountis available.Leader: Karen VenemaMon9-10 amSep 12-Dec 5 $16.75 664027Jan 9-Apr 2 $16.75 664045Wed9-10 amSep 14-Nov 30 $16.75 664062Jan 11-Mar 28 $16.75 664084Fri9-10 amSep 16-Dec 2 $16.75 664065Jan 13-Mar 30 $16.75 664088Yoga-KripaluLevel 1 & 2Learn yoga postures thatincrease flexibility and strength,rejuvenating breathingtechniques, deep relaxation,and the rewarding effects ofdeep meditation.Instructor: Rosemary Light,Fall-12 classes,Winter-10 classes.Mon11:15 am-12:30 pmSep 19-Dec 12 $105.25 662608Jan 16-Mar 26 $87.75 662629Yoga-SivanandaStretching, breathing techniques,and concentration exercisestone muscles, increase jointflexibility and improve thefunctioning of the internal organsand immune system. Harmonizevarious physical & mentalsystems and develop patienceand concentration. Bring a yogamat and wear loose fittingclothing.Instructor: Peter Beacham,Fall-14 classes, Winter-12 classes.Tue6:30-8 pmSep 13-Dec 13 $239 663378Jan 10-Mar 27 $205 663385Zumba®Inspired by Latin andInternational dance, this is agreat cardio fitness class withfocus on fun and sweating. You’llbe blasting calories throughsalsa, meringue, samba, bellydance, reggaeton, and hip-hopwithout even thinking about it!Please bring aerobics or crosstrainingshoes without too muchtread and comfortable clothing toeach class.Instructor: Anne-Marie Tassé,12 classes.Tue2-3 pmSep 20-Dec 6 $105.25 663209Jan 10-Mar 27 $105.25 663219Senior 50+Balance and StabilityThis class prepares older adultsfor situations where there couldbe potential for falling.Information from recentresearch shows thatstrengthening the legs is thebest prevention against falling,the main cause of broken bones.In this class we strengthen thelegs, work on balance andunderstanding situations thatcan potentially result in a fall aswell as learning tips to preventfalls in the home, where mostfalls occur.Instructor: Sharon CollinsFall: 14 classes, Winter: 12 classes.(No class Sep 30)Fri11:15 am-12:15 pmSep 16-Dec 16 $122.75 662017Jan 13-Mar 30 $105.25 662031Senior 50+Core StrengthTraining 50+This class will help you gainstrength in your core muscles includingabdominals and obliquesusing basic Pilate’s techniques.This multi-level fitness classbegins with a gentle, yet thoroughwarm-up, using dynamicmovement, followed with balancingexercises and abdominal orback work with the Exerball oryoga ball. Finish with a completestretch leaving you relaxed andrejuvenated. Instructor: SharonCollins, Fall: Tue-14 classes (Noclass Sep 27), Thu-13 classes(no class Sep 29 & Oct 6),Winter: 12 classes.Tue11:15 am-12:15 pmSep 13-Dec 13 $122.75 662565Jan 10-Mar 27 $105.25 662579Thu10:15-11:15 amSep 15-Dec 15 $114 662566Jan 12-Mar 29 $105.25 662580Yoga for Healthy AgingAs we age, our strength,stamina, balance, and flexibilitytend to diminish. Often ourpostures and immune systemsare compromised, negativelyaffecting our vitality and wellbeing.This yoga class isspecifically designed totherapeutically address theseand related issue so we cancontinue to live youthful, vibrantlives well into our senior years.Aging is inevitable; getting old isnot. Yoga movements, consciousbreathing, and mindfulmeditation lead the way. Every“body” is welcome. Instructor:Leonard Shore, Fall: 12 classes(no class Oct 10), Winter: 10classes (no class Feb 20).Mon7-9 pmSep 12-Dec 5 $263.50 664532Jan 9-Mar 19 $219.75 664569Yoga-Gentle YogaSlow stretching to improveflexibility, and reduce stress andtension. Standing posesincorporated to improve balanceand posture. Exercise at yourown pace. 10 classes.Wed10:30-11:30 amSep 21-Nov 23 $87.75 681109Jan 11-Mar 14 $87.75 681110-4-