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Echo Centre 250-723-2181 | Echo Aquatic and Fitness Centre 250-720-2514
Alberni Valley Multiplex 250-720-2518 | Alberni Valley Museum 250-720-2863
4255 Wallace Street, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 3Y6
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I Can Dance
3-6 years
Gyro Youth Centre
If you love to dance, this program is for you! During “ I
can Dance “ young dancers will be introduced to creative
dance and ballet basics using lots of fun, music, stories,
crafts and imagination. Includes a mini recital for families
and friends on the last day of camp!
Fri Sep 7-Oct 26 3-4 pm $48
Dance Moves
6-9 years
Gyro Youth Centre
A fun filled Friday afternoon includes music, dance, arts,
crafts, and other activities. “Dance Moves” will introduce
dancers to basic ballet, jazz and modern dance techniques.
Children will learn basic steps, movement across the floor
and a short dance combination. Family and friends are
invited to watch a simple dance recital on the last day!
Fri Sep 7-Oct 26 4:15-5:15 pm $48
Musical Kids
3-5 years
Echo Centre
In this program children are introduced to rhythm and
note reading, melody, dynamics and more as they sing,
move, play rhythm and instruments. Explore the piano,
participate in listening activities and have loads of fun!
Thu Oct 11-Dec 13 9-9:45 am $60
Music Makers
1-3 years
Echo Centre
Enrich your child’s life with music! Join Dorianne for this
very popular introduction to music program and enjoy 45
minutes of singing, rhythm, activities, movement, musical
games and instruments. A warm and happy musical
exploration!
Thu Oct 11-Dec 13 10-10:45 am $60
Let’s Be Pretzels Yoga
5-10 years
Echo Centre
Stand tall like a tree, be strong like the mountains, and fly
like an eagle! With your imagination, anything is possible!
Children learn basic yoga moves, develop positive
character traits, build self-confidence and explore nature
through storytelling, songs, games and crafts.
Thu Sep 13-Nov 1 3:30-4:30 pm $48
Mad Scientists
12-17 years
Gyro Youth Centre
Join us in 3 sessions of science! Fun experiments that will
leave you concocting your next experiment. Each day you
will leave with a science experiment you can take home
and show your friends and family. Explosions, slime and
more! Get ready to have fun with science in ways you
never have!
Tue Sep 11-25 6-8 pm $40
Tue Oct 30-Nov 13 6-8 pm $40
Paint Night for Teens
12-17 years
Gyro Youth Centre
Have you ever wanted to attend a paint night? We have
one just for you. Enjoy a fun filled night out with your
friends and take home your beautiful painting. Snacks
and supplies are included.
Sat Oct 20 6-8 pm $20
Fri Nov 9 6-8 pm $20
Teen Yoga
12-16 years
Echo Centre
A class designed just for youth to introduce the
foundations of a yoga practice focusing on creating
strong bodies and minds to face stressful situations and
outside pressure. Each session will highlight themes such
as personal wellness, community involvement, positive
self-image, calming techniques, and mindfulness. All
levels of experience are welcome.
Fri Sep 14-Nov 2 3:30-4:30 pm $48
DIY Bath Bombs for Teens
12-17 years
Echo Centre
Looking for an amazing idea for gifts for your friends
and family? Join us and we will teach you how to create
incredible bath bombs. All of these tied up into a gift pack
and you will have amazing gifts to share!
Fri Oct 12 6-8 pm $15
Home Craft Kids
8-12 years
AV Museum
Love history and crafts? In conjuction with our new textile
and clothing exhibit, have fun this fall exploring some
old fashioned crafts: sewing, embroidery, applique and
more! All supplies will be included in this fun afterschool
program. Class size is limited to 8 participants.
Thu Oct 18-Nov 8 3:30-5:30 pm $70
Adaptive Hockey
12-19 years
AV Multiplex
This program will provide teens and adults with cognitive
or physical challenges the skills required to play the game
of hockey. We will be able to assist those people who need
access to gear. For more information contact Erik Waldriff
at 250-735-2987
Fri Sep 28-Nov 16 2:45-3:45 pm $40
Babysitting Course
11-14 years
Birch Room: lower level at Gyro Youth Centre
This Red Cross Babysitting Course is designed to help
prepare students in becoming responsible babysitters.
Course includes safety considerations, child behavior,
childcare, as well as an introduction to games, songs
and other activities for children. A Red Cross Babysitter’s
certificate is awarded to those who successfully complete
the course.
Wed Sep 12-26 5:30-8:30 pm $45
Wed Nov 28-Dec 12 5:30-8:30 pm $45
Pizza Party & More Pro Day Camp
7-12 years
Echo Centre
This program features a variety of activities such
as skating at the Multiplex, a personal pizza party
at Boston Pizza, bowling at Rainbow Lanes, and
finishing the day off with a swim at Echo Centre.
Bring your snacks, swim attire (rollerblades and
skates are provided).***Activities subject to change
without notice
Mon Sep 24 9-4 pm $50
Mon Nov 19 9-4 pm $50
Alberni Adventures Pro Day Camp
7-12 years
Echo Centre
Join us for our Adventure camp. We will partake
in fun, interactive games, as well as travel around
Port Alberni to take part in many activities, such
as bowling, skating, swimming and many more!
***Activities subject to change without notice
Fri Oct 19 10-3 pm $40
Program fees stated within the 2018 Fall Leisure Guide reflect City Resident discounted rates. Non City Residents may pay higher fees.

Wild Play and Wave Pool
12-17 years
Meet at Echo Centre
Let’s kick off the Youth Getaways series with a trip to the
Wild Play Adventure Park! Take part in the Adventure
Course - log ladders, ziplines, cargo nets, rope swings,
tightropes and more! Finish off the day at the Nanaimo
Wave Pool!
Sat Sep 15 9 am-4 pm $50
Romper Room and Wave Pool
12-17 years
Meet at Echo Centre
Join us for another Youth Getaways. Let’s head to the
Romper Room for some indoor rock climbing! Test your
abilities and see how high you can climb! Let’s hit the
waves at the Nanaimo Wave Pool to finish off the day.
Sat Oct 6 9 am-4 pm $50
Airhouse and Wave Pool
12-17 years
Meet at Echo Centre
Have you been to the new Nanaimo AirHouse!? We will
burn off our energy bouncing in and around obstacles at
the indoor trampoline park. We will need a cool down so
let’s head to the Nanaimo Wave Pool to finish off the day.
Sat Nov 3 9 am-4 pm $50
KIDS &
TEEN
COOKING
LET’S COOK!
Mini Master Chef
7-12 years
Echo Centre
Do you like to help out in the kitchen? Become a
master chef! Cook with confidence! Mini master
chefs will be introduced to a variety of simple,
healthy, easy to prepare meal options that are
great for after school snacks, or impressing your
friends! Join us for this very popular cooking
program!
Thu Sep 13-27 6-8 pm $42
Baker’s Dozen
7-12 years
Echo Centre
Do you want to bake like the pros? Learn to
create your own home made treats for birthdays,
Halloween, or Christmas and other special
occasions. Learn to bake and decorate a variety
of treats for all occasions during this three
session baking program.
Tue Oct 9-23 6-8 pm $42
Top Chef Teens
12-17 years
Gyro Youth Centre
Top Chef Teens is our newest youth program! In this 4 week course you will travel the globe of cuisines and
learn some great dishes from around the world! Learn the basics of preparation and execution on creating these
awesome dishes. Classes’ will also cover menu planning and basic nutrition.
Fri Sep 14-Oct 5 6-8 pm $50
Top Chef Teens
12-17 years
Echo Centre
Top Chef Teens is our newest youth program! In this 4 week course you will travel the globe of cuisines and
learn some great dishes from around the world! Learn the basics of preparation and execution on creating these
awesome dishes. Classes’ will also cover menu planning and basic nutrition.
Thu Oct 25-Nov 15 6-8 pm $50
Nights
Alive
Parks, Recreaon and Heritage Department
FREE drop-in recreational activities for youth 12-18, Wednesday
evenings and every second Saturday night! Come join us for some
awesome games and activities!
See the events listings on the Nights Alive Facebook Page www.facebook.com/NightsAlivePortAlberni

Fairy/Gnome Garden Creations
5-12 years
Echo Centre
Do you love fairies and gnomes? Would you like to create
a garden for a fairy or gnome to come and visit!? Then
let’s do it! Students will get a dish, soil, plants, and lots of
landscaping and decorating options to help them make
their very own, unique, indoor garden for a gnome or
fairy to discover at your place! The class starts with a short
story about gnomes and fairies, the children are then led
through the project, step by step.
Sat Sep 15 11-12:30 pm $20
Thanksgiving Centerpiece
5-12 years
Echo Centre
Your contribution to the Thanksgiving celebration can
be a gorgeous centerpiece, complete with a turkey made
from a pinecone and felt. You will be excited to show this
project off!
Sat Oct 6 11-12:30 pm $20
Pumpkin Planters
5-12 years
Echo Centre
Can you say cucurbitaceae? Do you know all the parts of a
pumpkin? How many things can you do with a pumpkin?
Come find out! You will learn about pumpkins, scoop
seeds, fill it with soil, plant pansies and take it home. It will
start out as a beautiful planter and then turn into plant
food before your eyes!
Sat Oct 20 11-12:30 pm $20
Girls’ Night Out - Spa Night!
12-17 years
Echo Centre
Bring your friends to a Girls Night
Out – Spa Night! From face masks,
manicures, pedicures and even a
deep conditioning hair treatment
this night will have it all. Even
enjoy the day with a hot tub, sauna
and swim at Echo Pool.
Sat Sep 22 5:45-8:15 pm $20
Mini-me Scarecrow Creation
5-12 years
Echo Centre
Bring an old pair of pants and a long sleeved shirt that you
have out-grown and turn them into an awesome looking
scarecrow! You will be supplied with straw, pins, burlap
for the head, and all sorts of things to make it uniquely
yours. Paint on a face or use buttons, chenille stems, seeds,
toothpicks, yarn, feathers etc. This is a soft body scarecrow
which means it wants to sit at your house, on the steps, in
the garden, on your bike…
Sat Oct 27 11-12:30 pm $20
Home Alone
9-13 years
AV Museum
Does your child spend time alone at home for brief
periods? This class will provide them with general house
safety, fire safety, how to deal with emergency phone
calls, how to deal with strangers, personal safety and fun
snack ideas.
Sat Sep 29 1-4 pm $40
Sat Nov 17 1-4 pm $40
Paint Night for Teens
12-17 years
Gyro Youth Centre
Have you ever wanted to attend a paint night? We have
one just for you. Enjoy a fun filled night out with your
friends and take home your beautiful painting. Snacks
and supplies are included.
Sat Oct 20 6-8 pm $20
Stampin’ Smiles Series
- with Glenda Mollet
Cards with a Hug - Birthday Cards
11-14 years
Echo Centre
Make cards with a fun Birthday theme and some bling.
Sat Sep 29 10-12 pm Free
Cards with a Hug - Birthday Cards
6-10 years (adult supervision required)
Echo Centre
Bring an adult with you and create cards with a fun
theme and some bling.
Sat Sep 29 1-3 pm Free
Cards with a Hug - Christmas Cards
11-14 years
Echo Centre
Join us in creating a special Christmas card for your
parents, grandparents, special adults in your life.
Sat Nov 3 10-12 pm Free
Cards with a Hug - Christmas Cards
6-10 years (adult supervision required)
Echo Centre
Bring an adult with you and join us in creating a special
Christmas card for your parents, grandparents, special
adults in your life.
Sat Nov 3 1-3 pm Free

For children 12 years and under
Host * Games * Cake * Pop/Juice * Fun!
12:30 - 2:00 pm
Saturdays or Sundays
4:00 - 5:30 pm Saturdays only
One Play Leader/Lifeguard will come early to
set up for your party. Your games leader will
then organize and lead one and one half (11/2)
hours of games and activities on deck and in
the pool. After your party, the play leader stays
to tidy up. An 8”x12” personalized birthday cake
with candles and a beverage is included in the
rental fee. Parents are welcome to bring other
food and party favours (usually not necessary).
Up to 14 participants can enjoy the adjacent
public swim session FREE!
$160.00 including GST. Please call 250-720-
2514 or come in to the Aquatic Centre to book
your birthday party.
For children 12 years and under
Saturays, 1:30 - 3:15 pm
Each party includes: admission, birthday cake,
small beverage and skate rental (if necessary).
Enjoy an hour and a half (11/2) of ice skating
and then move up to our upstairs viewing
area to cut the cake and open the gifts for the
remainder of the session. Make your Birthday
Party bookings early as only a limited number
of party spaces are available.
Cost: $8.50 per child (min. charge $85).
Call us for reservations at 250-720-2518.
Glenwood is a super location for a child’s
birthday party. The facility has plenty of
space for a wide range of activities including
floorhockey, indoor soccer and rollerblading.
Call 250-723-2181 for more information.
Suitable for children of all ages.
Foosball, park outside, billiards, kitchen
facilities.
Call 250-723-2181 for more information.
Come Celebrate with Us!
Special themed birthday parties are available on Saturdays at the museum. Four themes to choose from: Dinosaurs, Victorian Tea Party, Old Time Games, and Archaeology. Times are
10:00 am or 1:00 pm. Birthday parties include program of activites, crafts and games, cake and juice. Each party is two hours. Cost is $110.00 per party of up to 12 children.
A Night at the Museum Sleepover
Spend the night at the museum and enjoy a program of activities, crafts, games, movie and a flashlight tour of the museum before settling down in your sleeping bag for the night!
A perfect overnight program for youth and children’s groups. A wonderful way to celebrate a special birthday or just get a group together and enjoy the museum. We can theme
the evening to a variety of themes and can work with you if your group is studying for a badge or certificate. Sleepovers include program, activites, snacks, crafts, movie, breakfast
and a swim session. Available Saturdays at 6:00 pm to Sunday noon. Minimum of 12, to a maximum of 40 participants. Cost $35.00 per person.
Murder at the Museum
Yes it’s murder at the museum and you and your friends are suspects! Our costumed Murder Myster Parties include everything for a fun evening of suspense including an appetizer
buffet, beverages, invitations, programmed murder mystery and museum staff to lead you through five scenes to the final conclusion where you find out “Who Done It”. Suitable for
adults and older teens. Minimum of 8 guests up to 12. Cost $220.00 per party.
A new rollerblading session has been
added this fall due to increased
demand!
Come and try out the new Family
Rollerblading session Sunday mornings.
Rollerblade rentals are available.
Friday Nights
Sep 21, 28
Oct 5, 12, 26
Nov 16, 23, 30
6 - 8 pm
Admission $2.00
Sunday Mornings
Sep 23, 30
Oct 14, 28
Nov 18, 25
Dec 2
10:30 - 12 noon
Regular admission rates apply

Museum Hours: Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Thursdays 10:00 am to 8:00 pm
On Now: Summer of Art – Selected
Pieces from the Museum Art
Collection
We have brought out some of the pieces from the
AV Museum Art Collection for a special view of
some of these unique art items that have been
donated to the museum – paintings, sculpture,
weaving, carvings etc. They are not often on
display so make sure to come and have a view of
this special display!
Dressing Port Alberni - The Museum’s
Textile Collection
Opening September 14!
The museum has a fabulous collection of clothing!
This new display will provide an opportunity to exhibit
pieces to view them up close! Sports uniforms, children’s
clothing, wedding dresses and so much more! We will
be showing this exhibit over several months and will
change part way through to allow more items to be
displayed so you will want to back to see the changes.
Watch for special events and programs to be offered
with this exhibit!
Come Celebrate with Us!
Birthday Parties
Special themed birthday parties are available on Saturdays at the Museum: Four themes to choose from: Dinosaurs, Victorian Tea Party,
Old Time Games, and Archaeology. Times 10 am or 1 pm. Birthday parties include program of activities, crafts and games, cake and
juice. Each party is two hours - Cost $110 .00 per party of up to 12 children.
A Night at the Museum Sleepover
Spend the night at the museum and enjoy a program of activities, crafts, games, movie and a flashlight tour of the museum before settling down in your sleeping bag
for the night! A perfect overnight program for youth and children’s groups. A wonderful way to celebrate a special birthday or just get a group together and enjoy the
museum. We can theme the evening to a variety of themes and can work with you if your group is studying for a badge or certificate. Sleepovers include program,
activities, snacks, crafts, movie, breakfast and a swim session. Available Saturdays – 6 pm to Sunday 12 noon. Minimum of 12, to a maximum of 40 participants. Cost
$35 .00 per person.
Murder at the Museum
Yes it’s murder at the museum and you and your friends are suspects! Our costumed Murder Mystery Parties include everything for a
fun evening of suspense! Including an appetizer buffet, beverages, invitations, programmed murder mystery and museum staff to lead
you through five scenes to the final conclusion where you find out “Who Done It”. Suitable for adults and older teens. Minimum of 8
guests up to 12. Cost $220 .00 per party.
Join us for a series of special events
focusing on cultural and ethnic clothing
traditions. Held in conjunction with our
new exhibit ‘Dressing Port Alberni’ these
programs will feature a different ethnic
theme each evening with a focus on the
fashion, clothing traditions and a sample
of food associated with each culture.
Please watch for more information
coming soon.
Thursday, October 11 at 7:00pm
Thursday, November 15 at 7:00pm
Thursday, January 17 at 7:00pm
Did you know that the Museum has a collection of over 20,000 historic photographs
and that you can access most of them on line using our gallery computer or you
can search from home at portalberni.pastperfectonline.com
Copies of Museum photos can be ordered as well.
This photo is one of the many interesting images that
record the history of our community.
The May Queen standing
with two young children
holding her train and two
older girls behind the
younger children.
Written on the back:
“Queen - Ellen Silver /
Maids - Margaret Ross -
Lucy Welch /
Train Bearers - Daphne
McColl - Richard
Coulthard / 1933 or 1934”.
The May Queen is
wearing the dress that is
pictured
above in the exhibit
information on “Dressing
Port Alberni” AVMPN56

The Alberni Valley Museum offers a variety of school programs for
Kindergarten through Grade Twelve classes. Interactive and engaging
programs are offered at three sites: the Community Museum,
McLean Mill National Historic Site and the Maritime Discovery
Centre. Opportunities to discover Port Alberni and Provincial History,
from First Nations Culture and Pioneer experiences to Forestry and
Maritime heritage our programs address many of the prescribed learning outcomes of
the Social Studies Curriculum. The Beta Sigma Phi Legacy Fund connects our students
with the museum by providing the funds to cover the program fee for all Port Alberni
School classes attending museum programs. In recognition of the sorority’s 60th
Anniversary local chapters formed this legacy fund to enable Port Alberni youth to
learn about their history and heritage.
All programs must be booked in advance. To discuss your program needs please call the
Education Curator 250-720-2523. To book your class visit, please call the Booking Clerk
at Echo Centre 250-723-2181.
Dinosaur Discovery - Primary Grades - K-3
Your students discover the work of palaeontologists as they dig for dinosaur bones etc.
Travel Ways - Grade K-2
Explore the museum and the history of transportation in this fun and active program.
Museum Discovery - Grade 1-2
Explore the museum and discover what goes on behind the scenes. Some fun activities
have been added to this program.
Pioneer Family - Grade 3
Travel back in time and discover Port Alberni life in the 1890’s.
Grasses and Cedar Bark - Grade 4
Focuses on traditional Nuu-chah-nulth culture and utilizes the museum collection.
Maritime Matters – Grade 5
Explore the history of lighthouses, west coast exploration and navigation at the
Maritime Centre.
Archaeology - Grades 6-7
Provides an opportunity for your students to discover the work of archaeologists.
Local History Study - Grades 5-12
A multi visit programme that allows your students an opportunity to utilize the research
resources of the museum and archives, and discover some of the history of the Alberni
Valley.
Seasonal School Programs:
The Way We Wore - All grades
Available October 2, 2018 to January 31, 2019
How has clothing and fashioned changed over the last 150 years? This fun and active
program will focus on our new exhibit “Dressing Port Alberni” and will provide an
opportunity to explore the exhibit and take part in age appropriate activities.
A Pioneer Christmas - Grades K-3
Available December 4 to 21, 2018
A fun and active programme that introduces the concepts of history, the past and
community to young students through a familiar theme-Christmas! Students will visit
with a Pioneer Time Traveller and discover what home life, school life and Christmas
would be like in the 1890’s. They will experience storytelling, craft making and discover
an important part of Port Alberni’s History. This is a very special Christmas programme
and it will take place at the Museum for the first time and includes crafts and a snack.
Our Fall Film Fest Series will be held at 5:00pm at the Paramount Theatre
on the following Sunday evenings:
September 23, October 28 and November 18.
Watch for the announcement of the film line up!
Cost: $27.00 for a series pass or $10.00 per person
per single film
Series Passes and Tickets:
Will be available soon at the Alberni Valley Museum Gift Shop.
Check the Museum page on the City website for film listings.
Alberni District Historical Society
Archives
The Alberni District Historical Society manages the community
archives, which are located in the Museum. Volunteers make
the archives available Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00 am to 3:00
pm or by appointment. Call 723-2181, local 267 (on the above
days) to make arrangements. The archives preserves and collects
the community’s paper treasures. If you have anything you feel
should be added to the archives or you are unsure about, make
sure you bring it in.
Enjoy a special event on Thursday, October 18 at 7pm in the
Dogwood Room of Echo Centre. A joint programme by the
Historical Society and the Port Alberni Maritime Heritage
Society, Robert Turner: Heritage Specialist in Transportation
is back by popular demand. Don’t miss this engaging
presentation by this popular speaker!
Museum Shop
The Museum Shop now features new lines of unique jewellery, scarves,
bags, toys and giftware as well as our local history books, town guests
and for your own gift needs.
Volunteers
Interested in researching community history, learning new skills,
educating young people, greeting visitors and working with the Alberni
Valley Museum’s outstanding display of artefacts? Join the Museum’s
Volunteer Team! Opportunities are available for the fall and winter.
Shifts are normally once a week, 3-4 hours, Tuesday to Saturday.
Training is provided.

Over 50’s Activities
The Echo Sunshine Club is a volunteer driven, membership based organization, whose purpose is to provide opportunities and activities to improve and
enhance the quality of life for adults and seniors aged 50 years or better. The Sunshine Club offers a wide range of programs and activities from card games,
dancing, music, woodworking and bus trips to hiking, table tennis, tai chi, volleyball and pickleball – just to name a few!
Anyone 50+ years is welcome to join the Sunshine Club. Membership fees are $70 per person. The fiscal year operates from September to August. A
membership allows you access to any of the Sunshine Club programs and activities. The Sunshine Club office is located at Echo Centre (4255 Wallace Street).
Not sure if you want to join? Come give us a try! Individuals can go to any activity once before buying a membership. This gives you a chance to see if the
activity works for you before you commit to a membership.
Bridge Lessons
Echo Centre
Bridge is a wonderfully social game
that is enjoyed by many of our
members. We have a fabulous group
that enjoys the game regularly. If you
would like to learn the game for your
own enjoyment or to play with the
Club, we encourage you to join in the
fun. If you are interested in joining
our bridge group or would like to take
lessons, please drop by the Sunshine
Club office for more information.
Carpet Bowling
Echo Centre
Carpet bowling is a great activity to
play for all ages and abilities. It is an
easy game to learn if you have never
played before. Each week, we have a
wonderful time playing together. We
encourage you to join us to have fun,
challenge yourself and enjoy socializing
with others. If you would like to learn
how to play, please come at 1:00 pm so
we can show you what to do before the
games start. We hope you join us!
Tuesdays & Thursdays 1:15-3:15 pm
Floor Curling
Glenwood Centre
Come out and enjoy a great afternoon
of floor curling, fun and socialization.
Floor curling is very similar to ice
curling but is easily adapted to
accommodate those players who have
back or knee problems. There is no
sweeping and it is played indoors twice
a week at Glenwood Centre. Wooden
rocks with handles and shuffle board
wax are used for the game. Floor
curling is an easy game to learn and
beginners are always welcome. No
previous curling experience is required.
All equipment is supplied and drop-ins
are welcome. We would love for you
to join us. New teams are drawn every
morning. We encourage you to come
to Glenwood Centre and join in the
fun – you will be glad you did!
Tuesdays & Thursdays 9-12 pm
Pickleball
Glenwood Centre
Pickleball has arrived in Port Alberni!
Pickle ball is a fusion of all the racquet
sports. It is played on a badmintonsized
court and uses paddles (similar
to table tennis) and a whiffle ball. It
is a user-friendly game, easy to learn
and is a very social sport. All ages and
abilities can enjoy this game. Beginners
are always more than welcome. If you
have ever enjoyed a racquet sport, this
is a great game for you. We encourage
you to drop by and join in the fun.
Don’t worry if you haven’t played
before because you will pick up the
game in no time! All paddles, balls
and nets are supplied. We play at Gyro
Recreation Park until the weather
makes it impossible to play outside
and then we move to Glenwood until
warmer weather returns.
Mondays
7-9 pm
Wednesday & Fridays 9-11 am
Woodworking
Industrial Heritage Centre
Do you have an interest in
woodworking? There is a fabulous fullyequipped
woodworking shop located
in the Industrial Heritage Building and
we would love to see more people take
advantage of the facility. Participants
will have full access to all the equipment
and each person brings their own
wood and works on their own projects.
It is a great time to troubleshoot with
others or simply enjoy talking to those
who have the same interests. If you
have an interest in woodworking and
have never been to the shop, why not
pay us a visit! Located at the south side
of the Industrial Heritage Building (old
arena)
Mondays
9:30 am-3 pm
Tuesdays
9 am - 12 pm
Thursdays
9:30 am-3 pm
Sunshine Club Office Hours – Come In And Visit Us!
Do you have questions about a trip or an activity or are interested in
volunteer opportunities? Come in and see us, we are always happy to
help! The Sunshine Club office is open regularly on Monday – Thursday
from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm and Fridays from 9:00 am – 3:30 pm (except
statutory holidays).
Monthly Newsletter & Events Calendar
Check out our monthly newsletter and current calendar of events for the
most current information.
Check Out the Opportunities Available!
Physical Activities
Biking Groups
Carpet Bowling
Canoe/Kayak Group
Floor Curling
Limber Up Exercises
Pickleball
Saturday Hikers
Table Tennis
Tai Chi
Volleyball
Music/Dance
Autoharp
Beginner Ukulele
Clogging
Guitar Lessons
Line Dancing
Monthly Dances
Round Dancing
Scottish Country Dancing
Shimmy Sisters
Strummers (Guitar)
Ukulele
Hobbies
Book Clubs
Digital Photography
Gardening
Pottery
Quilting
Spanish Group
Stamp Crafts
Tuesday Hobbies
Watercolour Painting
Woodworking
Cards
Bridge
Cribbage
Whist
Games
Mah Jong
Pool/Snooker
Table Games
Other
Bus Trips
Computer Lessons
Friendly Phone Service
Holiday Tours
Library Cart
Lunch Bunch
Lunch Service
Monthly Dances
Trailer Club
Volunteer Opportunities
Sunshine Club Tea and Bazaar!
Saturday, October 13
1 - 3 pm at Echo Centre
Everyone Welcome
Join us this afternoon and enjoy a cup of
tea and tasty goodies in our “Tea Room” or
shop for books, baking, jewelry, toys, plants,
crafts and more. See you there!

AT THE AV MULTIPLEX
Taking Strides Walking Program
AV Multiplex - Upper Lounge
The Integrated Community Services has partnered with the
Parks, Recreation and Heritage Department to facilitate this
program. Join a representative from Island Health for a morning
walk at the Multiplex. Walking will strengthen muscles and
bones, enhance your balance and well-being as well as help you
relax and sleep better. If you find it difficult to maintain your
motivation to walk by yourself, this is a great program to keep
you engaged and active. Join us in the upper lounge of the
Multiplex and start on your walk and receive guidance from
a registered nurse and social support from other participants.
This program is free of charge and no registration is required.
Simply drop-in and join in a walk with others!
Wednesdays 10–11 am Free!
“Take it Easy” (white)
“Take the Next Step!” (gold)
“Take it to the MAX!” (red)
Wellness Wednesday Workshops
Join us for our Wellness Wednesdays! In partnership with Island Health, we will be offering free workshops to help improve your health and well-being.
Although these workshops are free, registration is recommended. Please call 250-731-1313 to register.
Back to School Start for September, Healthy Eating and Activity for Adults
AV Multiplex - Upper Lounge
Presented by Island Health Registered Dietician
Wed Sep 19 10:00 – 11:30 am Free!
‘My Voice’ Advance Care Planning - Are you ready for your personal future health decisions?
AV Multiplex - Upper Lounge
Learn some critical information and questions to ask regarding life and death decisions in this workshop presented by Island Health Community Social
Worker and Registered Nurse.
Wed Oct 17 10:00 – 11:30 am Free!
Getting a Good Night’s Sleep While Living with Chronic Pain
AV Multiplex – Upper Lounge
Finding the path forward to get some rest – Presented by Island Health Community Health Care Professionals.
Wed Nov 21 10:00 – 11:30 am Free!

Meet your fitness goals your way!
Registered Classes
• Save your spot and guarantee your place in
the class!
• Benefit from the best rate!
• Registering for a class allows you access to
the best price per session.
Previously puchased, valid
fitness passes will still be
honoured!
Ask us for more details!
Fitness Flex Pass
• Classes available for Fitness Flex Pass have
this symbol F
• Enjoy the flexibility and convenience of the
Fitness Flex Pass. This pass provides you
an opportunity to participate in a variety
of programs that suits your changing
schedule. Choose from multiple fitness
classes and spice up your exercise routine!
• Fitness Flex Pass holders will have access to
multiple classes and benefit from a great
rate! Each fitness session will be $8/session.
• Fitness Flex Pass can be purchased for
$80/10 sessions.
• Please note that class sizes are limited, so
participation is on a first-come, first-serve
basis with our registered clients always
having priority.
Drop-In Single Sessions
• Classes available for single Drop-In sessions
have this symbol D
• Enjoy the convenience of dropping in
whenever a class fits your schedule.
• Drop-in fee is $10 per session
• A drop-in ticket can be purchased from any
municipal building front desk staff. Tickets
can be purchased in advance for future
use or can be purchased on site before the
fitness session.
• For programs at non-municipal buildings,
pre-purchased drop-in tickets will be
accepted or $10 cash can be given directly
to the instructor. (exact change only)
• We strongly suggest that all participants
with pre-existing conditions or injuries seek
medical clearance from their doctor prior
to attending classes and should inform the
instructor of any pertinent conditions.
• Please note that class sizes are limited, so
participation is on a first-come, first-serve
basis with our registered clients always
having priority.

Stay Fit with Scott Beckett
Boot Camps are a tried and true workout that
provides the results you are looking for! Scott’s
programs incorporates circuit training and uses a
variety of equipment such as exercise balls, bosus,
resistance tubing, weights, steps and your own body
weight. Scott modifies exercises to accommodate
all abilities and as a certified fitness instructor he is
knowledgeable of adapting workout routines due to
injuries. Workout sessions are always engaging and
Scott applies the most current training instruction
to give you your best results. During a whole body
workout that will develop core strength, a balanced
system and will create stronger, leaner and more
flexible muscles. To obtain the results you are looking
for, it is strongly recommended that you participate in
at least two fitness sessions per week.
Scott’s Super Circuit D F
Participants will enjoy various athletic drills, interval
training and circuit workouts resulting in an increased
metabolic rate and improved fat burning. The instructor
will include a variety of exercise techniques to keep
your sessions fun, fresh and exciting. This program
will tone, strengthen and firm up all your muscles
with a focus on abs, glutes and arms. Metabolic Circuit
Training is proven to boost your metabolism, burn fat
better, improve your endurance and cardiovascular
system, build strength and supercharge your fitness
level. All fitness levels welcome! To obtain the results
you are looking for, it is strongly recommended that
you participate in at least two fitness sessions per week.
Mondays, Echo Centre
Set I: Sep 17-Oct 29 5:15-6:15 pm $42/6
(no class Oct 8)
Set II: Nov 5–Dec 17 5:15-6:15 pm $42/6
(no class Nov 12)
Tuesdays, Uptown Activity Centre
Set I: Sep 18–Oct 30 5:15-6:15 pm $49/7
Set II: Nov 6–Dec 18 5:15-6:15 pm $49/7
Wednesdays, Echo Centre
Set I: Sep 19–Oct 31 5:15-6:15 pm $49/7
Set II: Nov 7–Dec 19 5:15-6:15 pm $42/6
(no class December 5)
Thursdays, Echo Centre
Set I: Sep 20–Nov 1 5:15 - 6:15 pm $49/7
Set II: Nov 8–Dec 20 5:15 - 6:15 pm $49/7
Total Body Conditioning
Echo Centre
D F
Sign up for this full body workout!! Take your fitness
level to your own personal best. Build up your strength
and target key areas such as glutes and abs through
this total body conditioning program! Get in shape,
challenge yourself to a new fitness level and have
fun doing it. This class is offered twice per week to
ensure you keep your energy up throughout the week.
Instructor: Nomi Samson
Set I:
Tue & Thu Sep 11–Oct 25 4–5 pm $98/14
Set II:
Tue & Thu Oct 30–Dec 13 4-5 pm $98/14
Morning Kickstart D
Echo Centre
Kickstart your day! Join Nomi every Monday, Wednesday
and/or Friday for a great whole body workout and
start your day right! Healthy beginners and first timers
are always welcome. There are a variety of choices,
modifications and adaptations to each exercise to
accommodate every fitness level. Instructor: Nomi
Samson
M W F Sep 5-Dec 14 9-10 am $45/10
(no class Oct 8 & Nov 12)
Morning Boot Camp D F
Echo Centre
Start the day off right! Whether you are just starting
out in fitness or you are an advanced student, you will
benefit from this program! Join Scott Beckett for a high
energy, circuit-style class that will challenge every part
of your body. With the use of free weights, resistance
exercise, bosu balls and exercise equipment, you will
build your strength, improve your cardiovascular
system and create a leaner, stronger you! This is a great
full body workout that will provide the results you are
looking for!
Set I:
Tue & Thu Sep 18–Nov 1 9-10 am $98/14
Set II:
Tue & Thu Nov 6 – Dec 20 9-10 am $98/14
Boot Camp – Noon D F
AV Multiplex – Upstairs
What better way to spend your lunch hour! Life is busy
and this program is a great way to take a little time for
yourself in your schedule. Whether you are just starting
out in fitness or are an advanced student, this program is
for you! Your fitness level will be challenged accordingly.
We incorporate fun exercises and equipment such as
free weights, medicine balls and more to keep the class
exciting and challenging. Join us for 1, 2 or 3 days a
week. You decide what works best for you!
Mondays
Set I: Sep 17–Oct 29 12:10–1 pm $42/6
(no class Oct 8)
Set II: Nov 5–Dec 17 12:10–1 pm $42/6
(no class Nov 12)
Wednesdays
Set I: Sep 19–Oct 31 12:10–1 pm $49/7
Set II: Nov 7-Dec 19 12:10-1 pm $49/7
Fridays
Set I: Sep 21-Nov 2 12:10-1 pm $49/7
Set II: Nov 9-Dec 21 12:10-1 pm $49/7
Strong by Zumba D F
Uptown Activity Centre
Strong by Zumba is an exciting, new, high intensity
workout where every move is synced to
a beat with music created to push you
harder and propel you through the class!
Designed for both men and women, this
workout incorporates High Intensity Interval
Training (or HIIT) to achieve maximum results! This means
that exercises of a high intensity such as burpees and
high knees are followed by a less intense exercise like
lunches, squats and kickboxing moves to optimize your
performance and take your fitness to the next level. Check
out this link to see what Strong by Zumba is all about:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v9aQWKt934c
Instructor: Anne Cappus.
Set I:
Mon Sep 17–Oct 29 6:45-7:45 pm $42/6
(no class Oct 15)
Set II:
Mon Nov 5–Dec 17 6:45-7:45 pm $42/6
(no class Nov 12)
Zumba D F
Uptown Activity Centre
The best way to be consistent with your fitness program
is to love your workout! Zumba is well known for its fun
factor which is why it is one of the most popular fitness
programs in the world and taught in over 180 countries!
Zumba combines multiple dance styles using Latin and
world rhythms with cardio, muscle conditioning and
flexibility moves for an amazing and effective workout
that will torch those calories! Even if you have had no
previous dance experience, this class is easy to follow,
non-judgmental and accommodates most fitness levels!
Instructor: Anne Cappus
Set I:
Wed Sep 19–Oct 31 5:30 – 6:30 pm $49/7
Set II:
Wed Nov 7–Dec 19 5:30 – 6:30 pm $49/7
Zumba for Beginners D F
Uptown Activity Centre
Have you been interested in Zumba but have hesitated
because you don’t have any previous experience? Then
this class is for you! While no previous experience is needed
to join Zumba, sometimes it is helpful to have a review of
the four basic rhythms and steps so that when you join
a Zumba class you will feel more confident following
along. In this Zumba introductory class, the instructor
will review the four core rhythms - Salsa, Reggaeton,
Merengue, Cumbia and their four corresponding core
steps. This class will use less complicated and easy-tofollow
choreography that will be suitable for all fitness
levels and beginners. Zumba is well known for its fun
factor and for being a great sweat! Don’t miss out on the
fun! Come check it out! Instructor: Anne Cappus
Set I:
Tue Sep 18–Oct 30 9-10 am $49/7
Set II:
Tue Nov 6–Dec 18 9-10 am $49/7
Friday Night Mixed Zumba D
Uptown Activity Centre
Want a fun, fitness activity to do on Friday nights? Come
solo or bring your husband, partner or friend and join me
Friday evenings for my new class – Friday Night Mixed
Zumba! Learn Salsa, Merengue, Reggaeton, Cumbia
and other dance steps as only Zumba can do them! This
fantastic cardio session will work your core, arms and
legs! Dance steps are easy to follow and they are taught
in a line format so if you don’t come with a partner, you
can still join in the fun! Bring lots of water, a small towel
and prepare to sweat!
Fri Sep 21–Dec 7 7-8 pm $10
Drop-in only, $10 per person. Cash payments
will be taken by the instructor at the door.
Program fees stated within the 2018 Fall Leisure Guide reflect City Resident discounted rates. Non City Residents may pay higher fees.

Adult programs are for those 16+ unless otherwise noted.
Fit Beginnings I
Echo Centre
A twice a week gentle fitness program for those who
have been sedentary for a long time. Participants,
who may have health concerns such as overweight,
diabetes, hypertension or other chronic conditions and
who find it difficult to be physically active and fit into
other exercise classes, are invited to join. This program,
offers a supportive environment, lots of group support
and exercises modified to meet the participants need.
Instructor: Ester Haack
Tue & Thu Oct 2–Dec 6 12:15–1:15 pm $90/20
Fit Beginnings II
Echo Centre
Need more of a challenge? Try Fit Beginnings II. This
program is still considered a gentle fitness program
but is slightly more challenging than Fit Beginnings.
Participants in this program will use exercise bands
and weights to improve muscle strength and flexibility.
Participants will receive group and individual support
from the instructor. Exercise equipment will vary
depending on each individual’s ability and the instructor
will help to modify exercises to fit their needs and
maximize the benefits for each individual. This program
offers a very supportive environment and offers a great
opportunity to improve your physical health. It is not
necessary to have done Fit Beginnings to register in this
program. Instructor: Ester Haack
Tue & Thu Oct 2–Dec 6 1:30–2:30 pm $90/20
Chair Fit Exercise Program
Echo Centre
Much of this low impact program will be done sitting
in chairs, with some standing and walking around the
room. Exercise bands and light weights will be utilized to
improve muscle strength, flexibility and range of motion.
Suitable for those with physical limitations and mobility
issues. Instructor: Ester Haack.
Wed Oct 3–Dec 5 1–2 pm $45/10
Chair Yoga
See below for locations!
Chair Yoga modifies
traditional Yoga
postures into a safe,
gentle and gradual
system that does
not require great
limberness or stamina.
It is a holistic program
that consists of
bends, lifts and twists
performed with specific
breathing exercises.
It incorporates stepby-step
relaxation and
meditation techniques
that help release
tension throughout
the body, improve
concentration, increase
circulation to the heart and elevate moods. Yoga
exercises work on every part of the body, stretching and
toning muscles, joints, the spine and the entire skeletal
system as well as lands and nerves, helping to keep all
systems in optimum health. Chair Yoga is done seated
or standing while using the chair for support. Enjoy the
benefits of exercise without it being strenuous or painful.
Chair Yoga is achievable for everyone, whatever your
physical condition. It will help you to regain and maintain
your health, well-being, independence and will most
certainly improve your quality of life. Instructor: Jane
Thompson
Set I at Echo Centre:
Mon Sep 17–Oct 29 1-2 pm $48/6
(no class October 8)
Set II at Gyro Youth Centre:
Mon Nov 5–Dec 17 1-2 pm $48/6
(no class November 12)

Stretch and Tone
AV Multiplex – Upper Lounge
Join this fitness class and energize your morning! This
class incorporates a variety of guided light to moderate
impact fitness exercises using bodyweight, free weights,
resistance bands and more to develop lean muscle and
core stability. A cool down full body stretch is included to
improve flexibility and range of motion. Suitable for all
fitness levels but participants can expect to be moving
frequently from standing to floor throughout the class.
Instructor: Christina Brack
Set I:
Mon Sep 17–Oct 29 9:30–10:30 am $42/6
(no class October 8)
Set II:
Mon Nov 5–Dec 17 9:30–10:30 am $42/6
(no class November 12)
Gentle Fitness for Stretch, Balance and
Stability
AV Multiplex – Upper Lounge
This fitness class is ideal for those looking for improved
balance, flexibility, stability, mobility and coordination
through low impart, yet effective, fitness exercises
designed to be functional for daily life. This class will
focus on safe posture, body mechanics and muscle
engagement. Throughout the class set participants
will have the option to use light free weights and/or
resistance bands for a more challenging experience.
Participation in this fitness program will result in
improved posture, increased muscle strength, sharper
reflexes, better stability and expanded flexibility. This
class would benefit older adults and beginners always
welcome.
Instructor: Christina Brack
Set I:
Mon Sep 17–Oct 29 10:45-11:45 am $42/6
(no class October 8)
Set II:
Mon Nov 5–Dec 17 10:45-11:45 am $42/6
(no class November 12)
Mom and Baby Fitness
Echo Centre
Come check out this fitness class designed just for new
moms with their babies or young children (up to 3 years
old)! Share in quality time with your baby as you tighten
and tone, strengthen those much needed core muscles,
burn calories and improve your endurance! (Babies
should be pre-crawling and moms at least 6 weeks
post-partum with approval from doctor). Instructor: Nomi
Samson
Set 1:
Wed & Fri Sep 12–Oct 26 10:15–11:15 am $91/13
(no class October 10)
Set 2:
Wed & Fri Oct 31–Dec 14 10:15–11:15 am $98/14
Learn to Curl
12+
Alberni Valley Curling Club
Learn to Curl at the Alberni Valley Curling Club! Includes
all equipment, Instruction on the slide or stick delivery
and more . Please bring clean running shoes and wear
warm loose fitting clothing.
Tue Oct 2-30 7-8:30 pm $35
Yoga with Pip!
Enhance your quality of life and enrich your health!
Join Pip Van Nispen for improved strength, stretch and
flexibility. For all yoga classes, please bring a blanket
and be prepared to work in bare feet.
Supportive Yoga
Echo Centre
Supportive yoga designed to build strength, flexibility
and stamina for beginners or ongoing yoga practitioners
who experience physical limitations and need more
options in their practice.
Set I
Mon Sep 10-Oct 29 11-12:30 pm $49/7
(no class Oct 8)
Fri Sep 14-Oct 26 10-11:30 am $49/7
Set II
Mon Nov 5-Dec 17 11-12:30 pm $42/6
(no class Nov 12)
Fri Nov 2-Dec 21 10-11:30 am $56/8
Yoga - Ongoing
Echo Centre
This program is designed to be suitable for both
ongoing yoga practitioners and healthy beginners.
Participants will build strength, balance and focus.
Improve your alignment while you strengthen, stretch
and stabilize your body. This class will include inversions.
Set I
Tue Sep 11–Oct 23 5:30-7 pm $49/7
Set II
Tue Oct 30–Dec 18 5:30-7 pm $56/8
Over 50’s Weight Training
(Adult 50+)
Aquatic Centre
As we age, strength training becomes more important to
maintaining a healthy lifestyle! Join Scott in the Fitness
Room at the Aquatic Centre for this introductory course.
Learn proper form and body position for safe, effective
strength training. Instructor: Scott Beckett
Set 1:
Tue & Thu Sep 18–Oct 25 10:30-11:30 am $96/12
Set 2:
Tue & Thu Oct 30–Dec 6 10:30-11:30 am $96/12
Stampin’ Smiles Series - with Glenda Mollet
Cards with a Hug - Birthday Cards
16+ years
Echo Centre
Join us and create Birthday cards, feminine and masculine.
Sat Sep 29 6:30-8:30 pm Free
Cards with a Hug - Christmas Cards
16+ years
Echo Centre
Are you wanting to send a special Christmas card to a
special person/family? Creating hand stamped cards is
fun and you will end up with unique cards to share.
Tue Nov 13 6:30-8:30 pm Free
Learn to Knit
16+ years
AV Museum
Join Cathy in an old craft that is making a new resurgence.
Knitting! You will learn the knit and purl stitch; make a
simple pair of fingerless mitts and a matching hat. In this
class we will decode K1, P2, YO, K2tog and lots more.
Come if you are totally new to the craft or if you just
need a refresher. Supplies will be provided. Open to all
ages (pre-teen and up) There are four classes. Maximum 6
participants so be sure to register early!
Thu Oct 18-Nov 8 6:30-8:30 pm $70
Adult Wheel Throwing
16+ years
Echo Centre
For beginners and intermediates, this class emphasizes
basic throwing techniques to learn how to or improve
your ability to make mugs and bowls. The small class
size allows for individual help and progress. Fee includes
firing cost. Clay and glazes will be available for purchase
at the class.
Wed Sep 12-Nov 7 6:30-9:30 pm $105
(no class Oct 31)
Watercolor Painting - with Peggy Burkosky
16+ years
Echo Centre
Do you have an afternoon open and are interested in
water color painting? Now is your chance to learn or
improve upon your existing skills. Join Peggy Burkosky
and explore water color painting. Peggy is a traditional
water color illustrator and charcoal/conte portrait artist.
Her work has been exhibited throughout Canada,
the United States, England, Italy and Japan. Open
up a wonderful world of water color painting! Enjoy
experimenting with colors, techniques and designs. A
supply list is available from Echo Centre.
Thu Sep 27-Nov 1 9:30-12:30 pm $130
Program fees stated within the 2018 Fall Leisure Guide reflect City Resident discounted rates. Non City Residents may pay higher fees.

Facility Bookings available:
Gyro Youth Centre - A great venue for family gatherings, birthdays, and now meetings in our new Birch Room!
Activity Room, Lounge area, basic kitchen, shuffleboard, table tennis and billiards. Capacity for approximately 60
seated.
Echo Park Fieldhouse - Ideal setting for your board or AGM meetings, and workshops. Capacity for 30 seated.
Glenwood Centre - Perfect for birthday parties and large events like dances, fundraisers, ballhockey and MORE!
Capacity for 600 seated.
Echo Centre - Various size rooms that can accommodate anything from your wedding of 200 people to meeting
rooms for 20 people. Our staff will set up your tables and chairs to suit your needs.
Reserve a park for a $ 30 fee for your family picnic,
birthday party or wedding!
Canal Waterfront Park – 2151 Plywood Drive
Gyro Rec Park and Spray– 3245 7 th Avenue
Williamson Park & Spray – 3700 Craig Street
Weaver Park – 5 th Avenue
Roger Creek Park Shelter – 4720 Pemberton Road
Kiwanis Park & Spray - 16 th Avenue
Harbour Quay – Bottom of Argyle Street
Blair Park & Spray – 5095 Pineo Road (On Margaret Street alongside the KItsuksis Walkway)
Please call Echo Centre at 250-723-2181, ask for the booking clerk (Monday –
Thursday 11 – 5) and we’ll be happy to help you book your event!

LIFE, FAMILY AND COMMUNITY
The City of Port Alberni’s Parks, Recreaon & Heritage
Department has launched its new online registraon soware!
PARKS, RECREATION
AND HERITAGE
You can go to portalberni.perfectmind.com to build your
customer profile. Once you’re up and running you can register for
classes, manage your memberships, receive class updates and
track your recreaonal acvies, all from the comfort of your
own home!
Any device. Any day. Any me.
For more informaon call 250-723-2181 or stop by the Echo
Community Centre.

Family Stick & Puck
Here’s some family fun!
We’ve added an opportunity this season for families to come out together
to have fun and practice their skating, stick handling and shooting
skills. Please bring your own helmets, gloves, sticks and pucks. Parents/
caregivers must skate with their children on the ice. To ensure the safety
and enjoyment of all participants, NO GAMES are permitted at this session.
Regular admission rates apply.
Fridays Sept 21, 28, Oct 12, 19, 26, Nov 2 and 16.
LOOKING TO GET STARTED IN HOCKEY?
Novice Hockey Program for ages 6 - 10 years
The Co-ed Novice Hockey Program is a fun focused program that centers on
sportsmanship and skill development.
Skills include skating, stick handling, passing, shooting, offensive and
defensive positioning and team play. Full gear is mandatory including CSA
approved helmet and face mask. All participants must have basic skating
skills. Some equipment is available. Call the Multiplex at 250-720-2518 to
inquire about equipment loans.
Mondays, Sep 24 - Nov 26
(no classes on Oct 8 and Nov 12)
4:45 - 5:30 pm $75 .00 / 8 Sessions
Adult Skating Lessons
September 19 - December 2, 2018
(regular programming may occasionally be interrupted to accmomodate minor
hockey tournaments.
Please check our Facebook page for information.)
Sunday
Multiplex Rentals
During the ice season, the Multiplex is available for private rentals. It’s a great opportunity for
families and/or friends to get together to play hockey, or just enjoy ice skating.
*Ice skate rentals are available on an individual or group basis for your private rental. Please
inform the Multiplex Receptionist when reserving ice time. Phone 250-720-2518 to book.
Ice Rentals
Prime Time
Youth Rate
Special Day Rate
* GST will be added to all rental rates.
Family Skate
Everyone Welcome
$
185 per hour
$
90 per hour
$
90 per hour (6:30 am - 3 pm weekdays)
1:00 - 2:30 pm
2:45 - 4:15 pm
Monday 45+ Shinny Hockey 10:15 - 11:45 am
Tuesday Noon Shinny 12 - 1:30 pm
Wednesday
Tiny Tots
Adult Skate
Everyone Welcome
10:15 11:45 am
11:45 - 1:00 pm
6:15 - 7:45 pm
Thursday Noon Shinny 12 - 1:30 pm
Friday
45+ Shinny Hockey
Stick & Puck
Parents & Beginners
Family Stick & Puck
10:15 - 11:45 am
1:00 - 2:30 pm
6:30 - 7:30 pm
7:45 - 9:00 pm new!
Saturday Everyone Welcome 1:30 - 3:15 pm
Public sessions cancelled for statutory holidays - Monday Oct 8 & Sat Nov 12
Are you interested in learning the basics of ice skating? Perhaps you
would like to work on a few things to improve your confidence on the
ice? These skating lessons will help you get started - and you’ll be on
your way to becoming a more confident ice skater.
Wednesdays, Oct 10 - Nov 28 · 11:45 am - 12:30 pm
8 sessions · $80 .00 + GST
*Skate rentals are available
Private Skating Lessons
The Alberni Valley Multiplex staff are offering private skating lessons
for those more comfortable with a one to one session with a skating
instructor. Lessons are offered as single sessions which are 30 minutes
in duration. These lessons are great for those just learning to skate,
or others who may want to work on specific aspects of skating, i.e.
stopping, backwards skating, crossovers, etc.
Lessons are $ 25 per 30 minute instruction period (Adults add GST)
and are scheduled as requested and when ice time allows
For more information, or to reserve a private lesson, please call the Multiplex at 250-720-2518.
Grab your friends and join us for a
Friday Teen Skate Night!
Look for details soon on our Facebook page!
Sept 28, Oct 26 and Nov 23 from 9:15 - 10:15 pm
(ages 13 & up)
Tim Bits Hockey Program
This program offers a great opportunity for preschoolers 3 to 5 years old to
experience a fun and exciting introduction to the game of hockey. The program
will be held on Mondays from 5 – 5:30 pm. Six 30-minute sessions will focus on
hockey basics in a “fun and games” format. Full hockey equipment is required. *All
participants must have basic skating skills.
Mondays, Sep 24 - Nov 26
(no classes on Oct 8 and Nov 12)
4:15 - 4:45 pm $60 .00 / 8 Lessons
Program fees stated within the 2017 Fall Leisure Guide reflect City Resident discounted rates.
Non City Residents may pay higher fees.

Active Communities Learn to Skate
Our Learn to Skate program is for children that want to improve their skating. The
Learn to Skate program caters to pre-school and school-age children at any level
who are wanting to improve their skating in a fun and motivating way.
The Active Communities Learn to Skate program was created as an initiative to
standardize the recreational component of learning to skate, in much the same
way the Red Cross swimming program does for Aquatics. This ensures high
quality program content, materials, and instruction for arenas providing Learn to
Skate in their communities.
All Parent & Tot and Pre-school lessons are 30-minute instructional periods. All
school age lessons are 45-minute instructional periods.
Parents & Tots and Pre-School
Lessons
Cost: $ 35 / 7 lessons
$
40 / 8 lessons
School Age (6 - 13 years old)
Lessons
Cost: $ 43.75 / 7 lessons
$
50 / 8 lessons
Skating Lesson Descriptions
2-4 yrs
First time skaters will get comfortable on the ice with an adult, who is comfortable on skates. The adult will be given
tools and skills to assist their child in accomplishing the basics of skating. The instructor will circulate class to assist
the group. Skills adults will work on with their child are: balancing on two feet, touching toes, marching, falling down
and getting up! Participants must wear skates and CSA helmets. Parent & Tot is not a prerequisite to Preschool 1.
3-6 yrs
This class utilizes a 1:5 instructor to participant ratio to ensure that the child builds confidence and has fun on the
ice. Participants will be taught basic skating skills including: balancing on two feet, touching toes, walking forwards,
marching, and falling down and getting up.
3-6 yrs
This class is for children who can skate independently. Skills include: gliding, two foot jumps, making snow, and
walking backwards. Prerequisite Pre-School 1.
3-6 yrs
Children will learn skills in this course including: v-pushes, one foot gliding, two foot jump while gliding, walking
backwards with some glide, two foot quarter-turns on the spot, and stopping. Prerequisite Pre-School 2.
3-6 yrs
Children will learn skills in this course including: two-foot glides on a curve, walking cross cuts, backward sculling,
and backwards stopping. Prerequisite Pre-School 3.
6-13 yrs
This class is for children that do not have a lot of skating experience. It utilizes a 1:5 instructor to participant ratio
to ensure that your child builds confidence on the ice. Skills covered include: forwards gliding, marching forward,
making snow, falling down and getting up, and walking backwards.
6-13 yrs
This class is for children who can skate independently on the ice. Skills include: forward sculling, one foot forward
glides, stopping, walking backwards with some glide, and two foot half turns on the spot. Prerequisite Skate One or
Pre-School 3.
6-13 yrs
Children will learn skills in this course including: one foot glides on a curve, forwards walking cross cuts, backwards
skating and sculling, two foot backwards glide to one foot, and snowplow stop. Prerequisite Skate Two or Pre-School
4.
6-13 yrs
Children will learn skills in this course including: two foot stop, forwards crosscuts, turning forwards to backwards
and backwards to forwards, and two foot jump in a glide backwards. Prerequisite Skate Three.
6-13 yrs
Children will learn skills in this course including: backwards mohawk turn, two foot stop in both directions, one foot
jump gliding forward, fast backwards start and fast forward start from back stop. Prerequisite Skate Four.
6-13 yrs
Learn to Skate 6 provides an introduction to advanced skating skills, while continuing to focus and enhance acquired
skills. This class allows participants the opportunity to request specific skills they would like to focus on during
unstructured practice time with instructor supervision. Prerequisite Skate Five.
Skate Lesson Rental Card
If you need to rent skates for lessons, please see Reception for a Skate Lesson Rental Punch Card.
Helmets
Available at no charge from the Skate Shop. CSA approved hockey helmets are mandatory
for all children’s lessons. No bike helmets please.
Parent & Tot and Pre-School Lessons
(2 - 4 years old and 3 - 6 years old)
Level Date Time
(8 lessons)
Parent & Tot Wed Oct 10 - Nov 28 10:30 - 11 am
Pre-School 1 Wed Oct 10 - Nov 28 11 - 11:30 am
(8 lessons)
Parent & Tot Fri Oct 12 - Nov 30 4 - 4:30 pm
Pre-School 1 Fri Oct 12 - Nov 30 4 - 4:30 pm
Pre-School 2 Fri Oct 12 - Nov 30 4:30 - 5 pm
Pre-School 3 Fri Oct 12 - Nov 30 4:30 - 5 pm
Pre-School 4 Fri Oct 12 - Nov 30 4:30 - 5 pm
School Age Lessons
(6 - 13 years old)
Level Date Time
(7 lessons) - No lesson Nov 10
Skate 1 Sat Oct 13 - Dec 1 9 - 9:45 am
Skate 2 Sat Oct 13 - Dec 1 9 - 9:45 am
Skate 3 Sat Oct 13 - Dec 1 9 - 9:45 am
Skate 4 Sat Oct 13 - Dec 1 9 - 9:45 am
Skate 5 Sat Oct 13 - Dec 1 9 - 9:45 am
Skate 6 Sat Oct 13 - Dec 1 9 - 9:45 am

PUBLIC SWIM SCHEDULE 2018/2019
10:00 am Sunday September 9, 2019 to 8:00 pm Saturday June 29, 2019
(Except for holidays- please see special holiday schedules)
PUBLIC SWIM SCHEDULE
10:00 am Sunday September 9, 2018 to 8:00 pm Saturday June 29, 2019
(except for holidays - please see special holiday schedules)
Pool Closed for all statutory holidays:
Please Note:
The gym is open during the times noted below except for Tuesday & Thursday mornings, 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Pool Closed for all
statutory holidays
Please note: The gym is open during the times noted below except for Tues & Thurs mornings, 10:30-11:30 am
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY
6:00 – 8:45 am Adult Lane Swim (3) 6:00 – 8:45 am Adult Lane Swim (3) 6:00 – 8:45 am Adult Lane Swim (3) 6:00 – 8:45 am Adult Lane Swim (3)
8:00 – 9:45 am Family Swim * 8:00 – 9:45 am Family Swim * 8:00 – 9:45 am Family Swim * 8:00 – 9:45 am Family Swim *
9:00 – 9:45 am Adult Aqua Fit/16+ 9:00 – 9:45 am Adult Aqua Fit /16+ 9:00 – 9:45 am Adult Aqua Fit/16+ 9:00 – 9:45 am Adult Aqua Fit /16+
10:00 – 3:00 pm Adult Lane Swim (3) 10:00 – 11:30 am School Lessons 10:00 – 11:30 am School Lessons 10:00 – 11:30 am School Lessons
10:00 – 12:00 pm Preschool Lessons 11:30 – 3:00 pm Adult Lane Swim (3) 11:30 – 3:00 pm Adult Lane Swim (3) 11:30 – 3:00 pm Adult Lane Swim (3)
12:00 – 12:45 pm Gentle Aqua Fit 12:00 – 12:45 pm Gentle Aqua Fit 12:00 – 12:45 pm Gentle Aqua Fit 12:00 – 12:45 pm Gentle Aqua Fit
1:00 – 3:00 pm Everyone Welcome 1:00 – 3:00 pm Everyone Welcome 1:00 – 3:00 pm Everyone Welcome 1:00 – 3:00 pm Everyone Welcome
3:30 – 5:00 pm Family Swim * 3:00 – 7:30 pm Pre-registered Lessons 3:30 – 5:00 pm Family Swim * 3:00 – 7:30 pm Pre-registered Lessons
5:00 – 6:00 pm Adult Lane Swim (3) 7:30 – 8:15 pm Adult Aqua Fit/16+ 5:00 – 6:00 pm Adult Lane Swim (3) 7:30 – 8:15 pm Adult Aqua Fit/16+
5:15 – 6:00 pm Adult Aqua Circuit/16+ 7:30 – 9:00 pm Adult Lane Swim (2) 5:15 – 6:00 pm Adult Aqua Circuit/16+ 7:30 – 9:00 pm Adult Lane Swim (2)
6:30 – 8:00 pm Everyone Welcome 6:30 – 8:00 pm Everyone Welcome
8:00 – 8:45 pm Adult Aqua Fit/16+ 8:00 – 8:45 pm Adult Aqua Fit/16+
8:00 – 9:00 pm Adult Lane Swim (1) 8:00 – 9:00 pm Adult Lane Swim (1)
FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY
6:00 – 8:45 am Adult Lane Swim (3) 8:00 – 10:00 am Adult Lane Swim(3) 8:00 – 1:30 pm Adult Lane Swim(3)
8:00 – 9:45 am Family Swim * 9:30 – 12:30 pm Pre-registered Lessons
9:00 – 9:45 am Adult Aqua Fit/16+ 12:00 – 1:30pm Adult Lane Swim (3) 10:00 – 12:00 pm Family Swim
10:00 – 11:30 am School Lessons 12:30 – 2:00 pm Birthday Party Swim 12:30 – 2:00 pm Birthday Party Swim
Bookings
Bookings
11:30 – 3:00 pm Adult Lane Swim (3) 2:00 – 4:00 pm Everyone Welcome 2:00 – 4:00 pm Everyone Welcome
12:00 – 12:45 pm Gentle Aqua Fit 4:00 – 5:30 pm Birthday Party Swim 4:00 – 5:30 pm “Best Rate” Rentals
Bookings
1:00 – 3:00 pm Everyone Welcome 4:00 – 6:00 pm Adult Lane Swim(3) 4:00 – 6:00 pm Adult Lane Swim(1)
3:30 – 5:00 pm Family Swim *
5:00 – 6:00 pm Adult Lane Swim (3) 6:30 – 8:00 pm Everyone Welcome 6:30 – 8:00 pm Everyone Welcome
5:15 – 6:00 pm Adult Aqua Circuit/16+
6:30 – 8:00 pm Everyone Welcome 8:00 – 10:00 pm Rentals Available 8:00 – 10:00 pm Rentals Available
8:00 – 9:00 pm Teen (12+) Swim
* Family Swims are in the medium and tots pool only.
Echo Aquatic and Fitness Centre
Port Alberni Parks and Recreation
Department
Rentals or info:250-720-2514
www.portalberni.ca
For your safety: Children under 7 must be
directly supervised by an adult who is in the
water and within arm’s reach.
Children under 3 are not permitted in the
hot tub at any time.
WHAT’S GOING ON AT
ECHO POOL?
Fall 2018
Special Events
WELCOME BACK FREE SWIM
SUNDAY SEP 9 FROM 2PM - 4PM
TWOONIE SWIMS
FIRST MONDAY OF THE MONTH
OCTOBER TO JUNE FROM 6:30PM - 8PM
(OCT 1, NOV 5, DEC 3, JAN 7, FEB 4, MAR 4, APR 1, MAY 6, JUN 3)
HALLOWEEN SWIM
MONDAY OCT 29, 2018
FROM 6:30PM TO 8PM
A 45-minute class in the medium (waist-deep)
pool using a variety of resistance equipment in
rotating stations. Insructor stands on the pool
deck to direct the class and provide assistance at
stations if necessary.
Class consists of:
• 5 minutes of warm-up followed by
• 35 minutes of cardio and strength training
stations
• 5-minute warm down/stretch at the end.
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Group
Individual
Admissions
Child
(5–18 yrs)
3.00
Adult
(19–54 yrs)
5.00
Senior
(55–80 yrs)
3.00
Family 12.00
Shower 3.25
Non-City
Resident
Echo Aquatic and Fitness Centre
Fees & Charges (effective Sept 01, 2014)
Admission Fees
10 Pack Tickets One Month Pass Three Month Pass Annual Pass
City
Resident
Non-City
Resident
City
Resident
Non-City
Resident
City
Resident
Non-City
Resident
City
Resident
30.00 24.00 48.00 28.80 96.00 57.60 288.00 172.80
50.00 40.00 80.00 56.00 160.00 112.00 480.00 336.00
30.00 24.00 48.00 28.80 96.00 57.60 288.00 172.80
120.00 90.00 160.00 120.00 320.00 240.00 960.00 720.00
Hourly Rates – Youth Groups/Swim Meets (not including staff)
BEST RATE SHARED SWIM PARTY
Per Lane $14.00 Sunday 4:00 - 5:30 pm
Shallow Pool $27.00
$85.71 + 5% GST = $90.00
Shared Use of Fitness Centre $40.00
Max 20 – 25 Swimmers
Party does not join the 2-4 pm Everyone Welcome
Adult Groups
Birthday Party Booking
Full Facility including one staff person $206.00 Saturday 4:00 - 5:30 pm
25 meter pool including one staff person $155.00
Shared 25 meter pool including one staff person $77.00
Private Lessons
Private Lessons: $23.00 per ½ hour
Note: Adult Lessons add 5% GST
5:15-6 pm
This is a great opportunity for patrons who
are looking for a strength and cardio class
using higher resistance training than our
traditional programs!
Saturday or Sunday 12:30 - 2:00 pm
$152.38 + 5% tax = $160.00
(Includes 8x12 cake, plus 4L of beverage and 1 Play leader)
Max 14 Swimmers. Party guests may also join the 2-4 pm Everyone
Welcome. If no cake - $132.38 + 5% tax = $139.00

RED CROSS LEVELS
Recommended
Age
Swim Lesson
Aquatic Ladder
SWIM KIDS
Class
Time
6 - 12 years Swim Kids 10 45 min
6 - 12 years Swim Kids 9 45 min
6 - 12 years Swim Kids 8 45 min
6 - 12 years Swim Kids 7 45 min
6 - 12 years Swim Kids 6 45 min
6 - 12 years Swim Kids 5 45 min
6 - 12 years Swim Kids 4 30 min
5/6 and older Swim Kids 3 30 min
5/6 and older Swim Kids 2 30 min
5/6 and older Swim Kids 1 30 min
SWIM PRESCHOOL
3 - 5 years Whale 30 min
3 - 5 years Crocodile 30 min
3 - 5 years Sunfish 30 min
3 - 5 years Salamander 30 min
3 - 5 years Sea Otter 30 min
SWIM PRESCHOOL - Parent/Caregiver & Tot
24 - 36 months Sea Turtle 30 min
12 - 24 months Duck 30 min
4 - 12 months Starfish 30 min
Private Lessons (30 minutes)
Available for Adults & Children
on request
SET 1 & 2
Tu/Thu between 3:30 – 4:30 pm
Available during Tue/Thu PM lesson
dates.Swimmers learn at their own pace,
or have an opportunity to brush up on
already learned strokes or skills.
Private Lesson Fees
1 Lesson x 30 min $23.00 (plus GST for
adults)
For two swimmers $34.50 (plus GST for
adults)
TUESDAY & THURSDAY PM
Set 1: Oct 2 - Nov 1 (10 lessons)
Set 2: Nov 13 – Dec 13 (10 lessons)
Children 5 & Under
Starfish/Duck (Parent & Infant)
3 pm
Sea Turtle (Parent & Infant)
5:30 pm
Sea Otter
3:30, 4:30, 6:30 pm
Salamander
4, 5, 6, 7 pm
Sunfish
4:30 pm
Crocodile/Whale
3:30 pm
Children 5/6 - 12 Years
Swim Kids Level 1 & 2
4, 4:30, 5, 5:30, 6:45 pm
Swim Kids Level 3 & 4
4, 5, 5:30, 6, 6:45 pm
Swim Kids Level 5 & 6
4:15, 5 pm
Swim Kids Level 7 - 10
6 pm
MONDAY AM
Set 1: Sep 24 - Dec 10 (10 lessons)
No class Oct 8 - Thanksgiving Day
No class Nov 12 - Remembrance Day Stat observed
Children 4 - 36 months and 3 - 5 years of age
Starfish/Duck (Parent & Infant)
10 am
Sea Turtle (Parent & Infant)
10:30 am
Sea Otter
11 am
Salamander
11:30 am
SATURDAY AM
Set 1: Sep 22 - Dec 8 (10 lessons)
No class Oct 6 - Thanksgiving Day Weekend
No class Nov 10 - Remembrance Day Weekend
Children 5 & Under
Starfish/Duck (Parent & Infant)
10 am
Sea Turtle (Parent & Infant)
11 am
Sea Otter
9:30, 11:30 am
Salamander
10:30, 12 pm
Sunfish
10 am
Children 5/6 - 12 Years
Swim Kids Level 1 & 2
9:30, 10, 10:30 am
Swim Kids Level 3 & 4
10:30, 11 am
Swim Kids Level 5 & 6
10:15 am
Swim Kids Level 7, 8, 9 or 10
11 am
Swim Lesson Fee
45 min x 8 lessons $
58.80 CR
45 min x 9 lessons $
66.15 CR
45 min x 10 lessons $
73.50 CR
30 min x 8 lessons $
44.00 CR
30 min x 9 lessons $
49.50 CR
30 min x 10 lessons $
55.00 CR
Fall Leadership Classes
Bronze Medallion
Saturdays Oct 20 - Nov 24 (5 classes)
(no class Nov 10)
10:30 am - 3:00 pm $175 .00
Prerequisites: Must be 13+ years old or completed Bronze Star
Bronze Cross
Sundays Oct 21 - Nov 25 (5 classes)
(no class Nov 11)
10:30 am - 3:00 pm $175 .00
Prerequisites: Bronze Medallion
What’s My Swim Level?
$
88.00 NCR
$
99.00 NCR
$
111.00 NCR
$
66.00 NCR
$
74.25 NCR
$
82.50 NCR
Are you uncertain where your child should register in swim
lessons?
Please read our “Readiness Guide” flyer- available at Echo Aquatic
Front Desk, or feel free to ask for an appointment during our
regularly scheduled swim lessons. A qualified Red Cross Water
Safety Instructor will be happy to assess your child’s swimming
ability, and recommend an appropriate level choice for you.
Report Cards
Bring your previous level report card to your child’s instructor
on the 1st day of lessons. It will be returned with comments and
award on the last lesson day.
Masters Advanced Adult Swimming
Masters is for Advanced Adult Swimmers with established
strokes and swim skills of varying ability from recreational
to competitive. Our coach will provide advice to
swimmers to help them meet their swimming speed and
fitness goals, with practice sets and drills for various skill
levels. Strokes will be monitored and help will be offered
with efficiency.
SET I
Tue & Thu Oct 2-Nov 1 5:30-6:30 pm $64.16/10
SET II
Tue & Thu Nov 13-Dec 13 5:30-6:30 pm $64.16/10
Youth Maintenance Swimming
For youth that want to improve or build on existing
swimming strokes and skills. Youth age 11 - 15 will
participate in sessions designed to develop: Strength &
Endurance, Stroke Efficiency & Speed.
SET I
Tue Oct 2-Oct 30 4-5 pm $30/5
SET II
Tue Nov 13-Dec 11 4-5 pm $30/5
Junior Lifeguard Program
Lifeguarding and swimming skills for youth 11-15 years
old. Learn basic techniques and physical standards
towards being a swim instructor and lifeguard. Youth
interested in Leadership courses and employment in the
field of Aquatics will find these sessions helpful in preparation
for those goals.
SET I
Thu Oct 4-Nov 1 4-5 pm $30/5
SET II
Thu Nov 15-Dec 13 4-5 pm $30/5

Sunday, September 16
11:00 am – 3:00 pm
FARM TOUR
For more information, contact the Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District at
www.acrd.bc.ca