KidSport helps families overcome the financial obstacles that prevent some young people from playing sport. Greater Vernon KidSport identifiesneeds in the community, raises funds, and supports programs that create new opportunities for young people to participate. KidSport believes that young people can learn more than athletic skills from sport. Sport provides a lifelong opportunity for self-expression and self-discovery. Sports teach children the value of leadership, desire, planning, practice, hard work, honesty, sacrifice, dedication, positive thinking and self-confidence. KidSport helps children between the ages of six and eighteen access opportunities and experiences in both team and individual sports. Visit www.greatervernonkidsport.ca.

Canadian Tire JumpStart is a community based charitable program to help kids in need participate in organized sports and recreational activities.

Basketball Jr. NBA League
Ages 9-12yrs
Gain great eting. Our coaches will help bring your game to the next level. Location: PV Gym

$41, after Oct 3 $48
Ages 8-10 10:30-11:45am code #21787
Sat Oct 3-Nov 28 miss Oct 17

Ages 11-14 12-1:15pm code #21788
Sat Oct 3-Dec 5 (miss Oct 17 & 31)

Mini Basketball NBA
7-9 yrs
This program offers a great introduction to the game. Find out how we put the FUN in fundamentals while learning basic skills and playing modified games.

Sat Oct 31-Dec 5 PV Gym
9:15-10:15am code #21786
$33, after Oct 24 $37

School League Prep
10-14 yrs
Are you wanting to get prepared for your upcom- ing basketball season? Bobby Mitchell of the Okanagan Storm has joined us to bring you great pre-season conditioning to improve your game.

Sat Sep 12 - Oct 24 PV Gym
(no class Oct 17)
9:30-10:30am code #21789
$45, after Sep 12 $52

After School Sports
Ages 9-13 yrs
Have a chance to learn and play various sports in a non-competitive environment. This is a great way to end the school day and meet new people. Some of the activities may include: badminton, basketball, dodgeball, floor hockey, fitness training, soccer, and volleyball.

Wed Sep 30-Dec 2(no class Nov 11) Dogwood
4:00pm-5:00pm code #21608
$50, after Sep 17 $55

Mini Pop 5-7 yrs
This fun series combines easy jazz and funk. Children will learn how to move and groove to fun beats. This
is so rockin’ that you’ll think you are in a music video.

Fall
Tues Oct 6-Nov 17 Halina Room
5:00-5:45pm code # 21838
$39, after Sep 22, $44

Winter
Tues Jan 12-Feb 23 Halina Room
5:00-5:45pm code #21839
$39, after Dec 29, $44

Jr. Hip Hop 8 - 13 yrs
Come and learn hip-hop choreography in this funky and fun dance class. Stretch and groove your body in new and different ways.

Fall
Tues Oct 6-Nov 17 Halina Room
6:00-7:00pm code#21840
$42, after Sep 22 $48

Winter
Tues Jan 12-Feb 23 Halina Room
6:00-7:00pm code #21841
$42, after Dec 29 $48

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Everybody loves to snack. But instead of reaching for that potato chip bag, reach for the healthier alternatives. So come and learn about preparing healthy snacks and meals for yourself. Who knows you might just be able to teach mom or dad a little thing about healthy eating. Programmer: 250-550-3672

Fall
Mon Sep 28-Nov 9 4:00-5:00pm Aud Kitchen
#21607 $50, after Sept 7 $55
Winter
Mon Jan 25 - Mar 1 4:00-5:00pm Aud Kitchen
#21617 $50, after Jan 11 $55

Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu is a self defense oriented martial art based on the 9 schools of traditional Japanese Martial Arts held by Dr. Masaaki Hatsumi. Taijutsu employs the use of distance, angling, leverage and timing to unbalance and defeat an attacker. The art is non competitive. Training is done in a relaxed environment with studentsparticipating at their own pace and comfort level. Classes are taught by black belt instructors Ken Hospes and Tim Brassard, both have been training in this art since 1993. Programmer: 250-550-3672

Fall
Tues Auditorium 6:30-7:30pm
Thurs Dogwood Gym 6:30-7:30pm
Sep 15-Dec 17 (no class Dec 3)
#21870 $135, after Sep 10 $140
Family rate available

Winter
Tues Auditorium 6:30-7:30pm
Thurs Dogwood Gym 6:30-7:30pm
Jan 5-Mar 4 (no class Feb 25)
#21871 $85, after Jan 2 $90
Family rate available

10-11yrs
This is an eight week volleyball skills program specifically designed for boys and girls in grade six. The program is perfect for those kids that want to improve their skills and may want to try out for a Vernon Volleyball Club team. Qualified coaches from the VVC will be instructing the sessions. Programmer: Shayne 250-550-3671

Wed Jan 13-Mar 3 4:15-5:45pm Dogwood Gym
$65, after Jan 6 $70 code # 21752

9-13 yrs
Our popular adult course is now available for youth! Triathlon fosters a balanced, whole body approach to fitness with cycling, running and swimming. With this course focused on youth, instructor Kim Young will lead the group through all the disciplines of triathlon training in a non competitive and fun atmosphere. The course will end with a fun triathlon. Participants must be able to swim 25 metres and have their own bike (trainers will be provided). A detailed schedule will be provided on the first day. Programmer: 250-550-3672

Fall
Tues/Thurs Sep 15-Dec 3 (no class Nov 24)
3:30-5:00pm PV Gym/Pool
#21739 $95, after Sept 8 $100

Winter
Tues/Thurs Jan 5 - Mar 1
3:30-5:00pm PV Gym/Pool
#21736 $74, after Jan 1 $80

5-12 yrs
FUN Lacrosse is a fast paced no-contact version of lacrosse for both boys and girls. Each session is 1 hr long and is comprised of warm-up, skill and speed games and a scrimmage. All equipment is supplied. Players only need to bring running shoes.

Tues Sep 29 - Oct 27 PV Gym
5to 8 yrs 6:00-7:00pm #21819
$25/person, after Sep 15 $30

9to 12 yrs 6:00-7:00pm #21820
$25/person, after Sep 15 $30

Grades 2-4 & 5-7
This is active fun at its best. You’ll burn off some of that extra energy while playing a great game. All equipment supplied.

Fall
Tues Sep 22-Nov 24 Dogwood Gym
Grades 2-4: 5:30-6:30pm #21600
Grades 5-7: 6:45-7:45pm #21601
$55, after Sep 17 $58

Winter
Tues Jan 5-Mar 2 Dogwood Gym
Grades 2-4: 5:30-6:30pm #21610
Grades 5-7: 6:45-7:45pm #21611
$49, after Jan 1 $54

Programmer: 250-550-3672

9-13 yrs
This class is about fitness, fashion, fun and girl power! Each week we will do something active (yoga, bosu balls,hiking to name just a few) and something to do with personal care (colours, skin care, nutrition etc). This class is about having fun, being fit and active!

Fall
Wed 4:00-5:00pm code# 21606
Sep 16 - Nov 25 (no class Nov 11) Halina Centre $54, after Sept 9 $61

Winter
Wed 4:00-5:00pm code# 21616
Jan 13-Mar 3 Halina Centre $45, after Jan 1 $50

Be safe at home. This program is designed for kids who spend short periods of time at home alone. Topics include phone precautions, first aid, household hazards and emergencies.

Fall
Mon Sept 14-Sep 28 #21602
6:30-7:30pm VSS Room tba
$25, after Sep 7 $30

or Mon Oct 19-Nov 2 #21603
6:30-7:30pm VSS Room tba
$25, after Oct 12, $30

Winter
Mon Jan 25-Feb 8 #21612
6:30-7:30pm VSS Room tba
$25, after Jan 18 $30

or Mon Feb 15-Mar 1 #21613
6:30-7:30pm VSS Room tba
$25, after Feb 8 $30

(Alberta Safety Council Certification)
This training course provides the most up-to-date information concerning childcare and safety. Participants will learn first aid, fire safety, child care tips, prevention and how to be a responsible babysitter. A trip to the firehall will be planned.

Fall
Wed Sep 16-Oct 14 #21598
6:30-8:30pm VSS Room tba
$58, after Sep 9 $63

or Wed Oct 21-Nov 25 #21599
6:30-8:30pm VSS Room tba
$58, after Oct 14 $63 (no class Nov 11)

Winter
Wed Jan 13-Feb 10 #21609
6:30-8:30pm VSS Room tba
$58, after Jan 6 $63

This recreational skating program is based on a system of learning through progressive training with an emphasis on fun and participation. The RecSkate program is not a badge incentive program. We emphasize the importance of comprehensive feedback through the use of progress cards. Upon completion of Level 5, skaters will receive a special personalized RecSkate award to recognize their accomplishment in the Vernon RecSkate program. The program is designed for both boys and girls and is an excellent way to learn the fundamentals to start any career in hockey, ringette or figure skating. Please note that helmets, gloves,wind/snow pants are mandatory for all RecSkate programs.
Programmer: Mike Knights 250-550-3669

Signing Up Is Easy!

1. Secure online registration
2. In Person
   Register at Recreation Services
   
   Main Office
   3310-37th Avenue
   
   or
   
   Wesbild Centre
   3445 43rd Avenue
3. Fax
   If you are paying by credit card you can fax the registration form to 250-550-3705.
4. Mail
   Fill in the registration form. Mail or drop off form to:
   3310-37 Ave, Vernon BC V1T 2Y5.
   Make cheque made payable to RDNO.

Remember, good classes are sometimes cancelled because people wait until the last minute to register. Let us know you are interested by registering at least one week prior to the start date. When you register early you are also able to take advantage of our Early Bird pricing!