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Ma rit i m e Fo r c e s Pa c i f i c
AUG UST - DECEMBER 2015
Activity GUIDE
Serving the Defence Community of CFB Esquimalt
FAREWELL
WINNIPEG
Deployment
information
inside
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Welcome newcomers
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HEALTH | SPORTS | RECREATION | FITNESS | DEPLOYMENT | VOLUNTEERING
Military Family Resource Centre / Personnel Support Programs
1350 Fisher Rd.
Cobble Hill
Tues - Sat 9-5
(250) 929-3475
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Contents
ACTIVITY PROGRAMS
Registration/Contacts..............................................................................................1
Facilities.....................................................................................................................2
Birthday Parties........................................................................................................5
Services......................................................................................................................7
Special Events ...........................................................................................................9
Newcomers .............................................................................................................15
Volunteering ...........................................................................................................16
Deployment ............................................................................................................17
Early Years...............................................................................................................21
School Age & Youth – FUNdamentals ...............................................................23
Cadets ......................................................................................................................24
Adult ........................................................................................................................26
Adult Recreation – Active for Life ......................................................................29
Francophone ...........................................................................................................31
Family Navigator....................................................................................................32
Aquatics...................................................................................................................33
Sports .......................................................................................................................38
Fitness ......................................................................................................................44
Golf Lessons at Olympic View .............................................................................45
Health Promotion ..................................................................................................47
Clubs ........................................................................................................................51
LEGEND
CPAC - Colwood Pacific Activity Centre
MFRC - Military Family Resource Centre
NAC - Naden Athletic Centre
PSP - Personnel Support Programs
SH - Signal Hill MFRC
YAC - Youth Activity Centre
★ S.T.A.R. - Strength Through Active
Recreation Program
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EDITORIAL
Time for School tips ..............................................................................................10
Parenthood and staying active .............................................................................12
Singing with shakers and rainmakers .................................................................30
Get on track with BMX Victoria .........................................................................46
Dip in to the Kayak Club ......................................................................................50
On the Cover
The Kutcher family say farewell as
mom Sara heads to sea for six months
or more in HMCS Winnipeg.
Photo courtesy of Formation Imaging
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Registration
When a fee is required, payment must be made at time of registration.
Separate payments for PSP programs/services and MFRC programs/
services are required. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.
If paying for MFRC programs/services: cash, debit or credit card accepted (during normal business hours).
If paying for PSP programs/services: cash, debit, Visa or MasterCard
accepted.
PSP Recreation programs: Full refunds will be processed by contacting 250-363-1009 a minimum of 7 days prior to the program
start date (camps require two weeks notice prior to the first day of
camp). Please note cancellations after the required dates will be subject
to approval and subject to an administrative fee. In the event of a
medical/emergency circumstance prorated refunds may be granted
for programs with multiple sessions (ie: workshop series).
Cancellation Policy
Refund Process
If we cancel
Full refunds are issued when the MFRC/PSP Recreation cancels a
program. Every effort is made to cancel courses in a timely manner
(3-7 days prior to start date).
MFRC programs: Full refunds will be processed by contacting the
MFRC at 250-363-2640 a minimum of 3 days prior to the program
start date.
MFRC programs: Payments made by credit card are credited to
your account. All other refunds are made by cheque (please allow
two weeks for processing).
PSP Recreation programs: Payments made by credit card or debit
will be credited to your account. Payments made in cash will be reimbursed by cheque.
Note: There is a different refund process for NAC programs.
Contacts
Personnel Support Programs
Senior PSP Manager ..................................... 250-363-8487
PSP Resource Manager ................................. 250-363-8485
Special Events Coordinator .......................... 250-363-2648
Fitness & Sports
Naden Athletic Centre Kiosk ....................250-363-5677
Manager ....................................................... 250-363-4067
Admin. Assistant .......................................... 250-363-4427
Facilities Coordinator ................................... 250-363-4213
Sports Coordinator....................................... 250-363-4068
Sports Cell .......................................... 250-363-4069/4540
Sports Stores................................................. 250-363-4072
Fitness Coordinator ...................................... 250-363-4495
FORCE Bookings ........................................ 250-363-4412
Dockyard Fitness & Wellness Centre........... 250-363-2074
Naden Athletic Centre Fitness Cell .............. 250-363-4485
Wurtele Arena .............................................. 250-363-4297
Naden Pool .................................................. 250-363-4070
Recreation
Colwood Pacific Activity Centre Kiosk ....250-363-1009
Manager ....................................................... 250-363-1008
Programs ...................................................... 250-363-2989
Aquatics ....................................................... 250-363-4070
RV Storage/Clubs ......................................... 250-363-1008
Facility Bookings .......................................... 250-363-4213
Health Promotion Programs
Manager ....................................................... 250-363-5680
Specialist ...................................................... 250-363-5532
Specialist ...................................................... 250-363-5567
Admin. Assistant .......................................... 250-363-5621
Lookout Newspaper & Creative Services
Newspaper Manager ..................................... 250-363-3372
Advertising/ Classifieds................................. 250-363-3127
Sponsorship and Donations.......................... 250-363-3372
Military Family Resource Centre
MFRC 24-Hour Information Line ............... 250-363-2640
Toll free ..................................................... 1-800-353-3329
Websites
Lookout ..................................www.lookoutnewspaper.com
Personnel Support Programs...............www.pspesquimalt.ca
Swim Team.......................................www.navymasters.com
MFRC.......................................... www.esquimaltmfrc.com
Family Navigator ............................ www.familynavigator.ca
Navy Run ................................ www.navyrunesquimalt.com
Family Fun Day .........www.esquimaltformationfunday.com
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CFB Esquimalt / MARPAC Activity Guide • 1
Facilities
Albert Head Confidence Course
The Albert Head Confidence Course is
available for training by DND units and
groups. Confidence Course training serves
several purposes such as: exposure to challenges service personnel may encounter
under operational conditions; improve
cardio-respiratory efficiency; muscular
strength and endurance; as well as develop
speed, agility, self confidence, will-power,
determination, initiative and team work,
all of which are important morale building qualities. Requesting units must have a
qualified supervisor attend an orientation
in order to request access to and conduct training on the Confidence Course.
Orientations are conducted by PSP fitness
staff covering course protocol, procedures,
and obstacle demonstrations focusing on
technique and safety. Orientations are
held in the Fall and Spring each year, or
as required. Requirements for supervisors
include a minimum rank of MS/MCpl
and nomination by the Unit Training Officer/NCO. User groups must request an
orientation and the use of the Confidence
Course through Range Control by calling
250-391-4128.
Directions
When heading southwest on the Old Island Highway, turn left on to Ocean Blvd
just after West Shore Recreation Centre.
Hours of Operation
Mon-Thur: 8am-9pm
Fri: 8am-6pm
Sat/Sun by request
Facility Includes:
• A large (dividable) auditorium with stage
& 12 ft viewing screen (seating up to 300)
• Varied size multi-purpose rooms, designed to accommodate groups from 10-60
people
• Conference Room (up to 12 people)
• Fully Equipped Kitchen
To inquire about a facility booking for your
group, please contact 250-363-4213.
See rental costs on the next page.
*Note: prices are subject to change without
notice.
Scan the QR code below with your
phone for quick access to our
website.
Colwood Pacific Activity Centre
Recreation (CPAC)
2610 Rosebank Road,
Colwood (off Ocean Blvd)
CPAC is a community driven multi-purpose facility designed to accommodate our
military and civilian communities. Our
centralized location allows us to offer a large
range of rental opportunities, from structured birthday parties to large conferences
and weddings.
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Colwood Pacific Activity Centre
MFRC (CPAC)
2610 Rosebank Road,
Colwood (next to PSP Recreation)
Hours of Operation
Mon to Thur:
7:30am-5:45pm & 6:30-9pm
Fri: 7:30am-6pm
Sat: 8:30am-noon & 1-4:30pm
Limited access to building on Saturdays, call
for appointment
Closed Sundays and statutory holidays
Phone: 250-363-2640
Fax: 250-363-2677
Email: mfrc@shawcable.com
Fleet Fitness and Wellness
Centre (Dockyard)
Building 22, Dockyard
Hours of Operation
Mon to Fri: 6am-6pm
Facility includes
• Weight Room & Cardio Equipment
• Change Rooms
• Showers
• Day Lockers & Rental Lockers
(ladies only)
• Flex/Stretch/Quiet Room
The Fitness and Wellness Centre has a wellequipped facility and fitness programs for
military and DND employees. See PSP Staff
for updated schedules or call 250-363-2074.
Schedules may change without notice.
Military Family Resource Centre (MFRC)
Offices: CPAC MFRC & Signal Hill MFRC
Daycare, Preschool & Casual Child Care: CPAC MFRC
Out of School Care: Youth Activity Centre (YAC)
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Fax: 250-363-3108
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Facilities
NADEN ATHLETIC CENTRE MEMBERSHIP FEES (tax not included)
Regular
6 Months
3 Months
1 Month
Free
Free
Free
Free
Canadian Armed Forces Members
Individual
Currently serving Reg & Res Force; Cadets,
Canadian Cadet Organization
Spouse
$85
$60
$34
$12
Family
$119
$84
$47.62
$16.80
Foreign Military members
Ordinary
12 Months
Currently serving with CAF
Veterans Former CAF members who have completed Basic Military Training with an honourable
discharge
Max 5 pers living at home, under 19yrs*
DND Employees**
Individual
Spouse
$77
$54
$30
$11
$149
$105
$60
$21
Family
$226
$159
$90.47
$32
Single
$355
$230
$125
$50
Family
$639
$414
$225
$90
Adults 19yrs and up
$5.24
Youth 6-18yrs
$3.81
Family
$11.43
DND Public Service; Retired Public Service (10
years with a pension); Staff of NPF, MFRC, DRDC
& DCC; Communcation Security Establishment
RCMP Serving or retired & receiving annuity
Max 5 pers living at home, under 19yrs*
Honorary Colonels/Captains (Lieutenant)
Former Staff of NPF Receiving Pension
(**DND employees have free access with DND
ID Mon-Fri 6am-6pm)
Associate
Member
Anyone who does not qualify in the above
categories (including Federal Government not
specified above, contractors and MFRC Board)
Drop In
*If they are full time students, children under the age of 26 still qualify regardless of where they live.
Kiosk Administration Hours: Mon to Fri: 6am-9pm and Sat & Sun: 9am-7pm for the purchase of NAC/Golf memberships, special registrations such as ski trips, swimming
lessons, and special interest classes etc. Prices are subject to change. Call 250-363-5677 for updated schedules and additional information.
COLWOOD PACIFIC ACTIVITY CENTRE FACILITY RENTALS (tax not included)
ROOM
CAPACITY / SET-UP
RATE
MILITARY RATE
~ 3 HOUR MINIMUM ~
MCDV
Multi Purpose
Auditorium/Gym
Full Capacity: 350 people theatre layout (Full Capacity)
Half Capacity: 100 people theatre layout
Wedding / Banquet: 280 people layout
$65/hr
Winnipeg
Multipurpose Room
Seminar Layout: 40 People (Full Capacity)
Classroom Layout: 30 People
$39/hr
Huron
Conference Room
12 Person Boardroom Table
$26/hr
Regina / Protecteur
Multi-Purpose
Rooms
Seminar Layout: 30 People
Classroom Layout: 20 People
$26/hr
Kitchen
Some kitchen supplies available upon request
$26/hr
Free during regular
business hours.
Some exceptions apply.
FULL PAYMENT AND REFUNDABLE DAMAGE DEPOSIT REQUIRED AT TIME OF BOOKING
$2 Million Liability Insurance required for all contracts
$50 Contract Fee applied to ALL Provision of Service Contracts
Equipment Rental Rates
Portable Stereo System with Speakers & Microphone: $100/event
LCD Projector (Laptop NOT included): $100/event
Projector with DVD Player: $50/event
Damage/Cleaning Deposits: $1,000
Building Hours
Monday – Friday
Saturday /Sunday
8am - 9pm
By request
Note: when renting CPAC facility space, it is the user group’s responsibility to clean-up after the event and ensure the building is left the way it was found.
Facilities
Naden Athletic Centre
Signal Hill MFRC (SH)
Youth Activity Centre (YAC)
The Naden Athletic Centre has numerous
facilities and programs for military personnel, their families and DND employees.
Hours of Operation
Mon to Fri: 6am-10pm
Sat & Sun: 9am-8pm, Stats: 10am-5pm
Facility includes
• One large gym floor
• One smaller gym floor
• Five-lane swimming pool (25 meter)
• Leisure wading pool
• One steam room
• Large hot tub
• Two weight-training rooms
• Cardio theatre
• Three squash courts
• Five softball diamonds
• One soccer pitch
• Two outdoor volleyball courts
• One CAF FORCE evaluation centre
See Facilities staff or phone 250-363-5677
for updated schedules. Schedule may change
without notice.
Sports Equipment
Military personnel may sign out equipment for most sports from the sports store,
please call 250-363-4072.
Swimming Pool
For Pool and Swimming Lesson Schedule, see
Aquatics section.
To rent pool space:
• Monday to Friday 6am-6pm, call
Facilities Coordinator at 250-363-4213.
• Monday to Friday 6-9pm; Saturday and
Sunday, call Facilities Coordinator at 250363-4213.For all other aquatic inquiries,
call 250-363-4070.
1505 Esquimalt Road, Esquimalt
Hours of Operation
Mon to Fri: 8:30am-4:30pm
Closed on statutory holidays
Phone: 250-363-2640
Fax: 250-363-3108
720 Galiano Crescent, Belmont Park,
Colwood
The MFRC provides Out of School Care
for children from Kindergarten to Grade 6
at the YAC. Walk-in requests in Colwood
can be done at the nearby Colwood Pacific
Activity Centre (CPAC).
Wurtele Arena
Building 100, Naden
Across the street from the Naden Athletic
Centre is the Wurtele Arena available to
both military and civilian members for
skating, hockey, and other activities.
Hours of Operation
Mon to Sun: 7am-11:30pm (Subject to
change)
Arena staff have an up-to-date schedule.
Shinny: Mon, Wed & Fri 11:30am12:50pm
Casual Skate: Tues & Thur 11:30am12:50pm; Sun 2:30-3:45pm
Parents & Kids Sticks & Pucks: Sat
2:30-3:45pm
Administration: 250-363-4297
To reserve the ice or for more information,
call the Facilities Coordinator at 250-3634213.
To make a booking for any base facility (i.e.
sports fields, pool, gym) a written request is
required. Please contact the Facilities Coordinator by email (Tom.Campbell@forces.
gc.ca) or fax 250-363-4315 a minimum of
2 weeks prior to the event.
Note: Military training takes priority on all
bookings.
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Birthday Parties
For details on how to book your themed
party, call 250-363-1009 today!
PSP Recreation offers a variety of birthday parties from Bouncy Castle Birthday
Parties to Parties in the Pool. Choose the
party of your choice, phone us to check on
availability, book and pay for the date you
would like then we help make the magic
happen.
All birthday parties take place Saturdays
and Sundays from 12-2pm or 2:304:30pm and require a minimum of 2
weeks’ notice. Should you wish to organize
your party outside of these days/times,
please contact CPAC at 250-363-1009 as
some other party days/times may be accommodated.
Please note: Your 2-hour party time includes
your own setting up, decorations, party, and
clean up. If you require more time, additional fees will be charged.
Prices will increase $35 for parties of 11 or
more children (maximum of 20 children).
Bouncy Castle Party
Movie Theatre Party
Two hours of bouncy fun! This party
includes the use of the bouncy castle, 2
facilitators, use of a large kitchen and our
multipurpose room for cake and presents.
This party can accommodate 20 partiers.
PSP $140
You rent the DVD (age appropriate), bring
the popcorn/food and decorations and
we’ll set up our big screen projector and
mats on the floor for your own private
movie theatre! Partiers are encouraged to
bring their own blankets and pillows too!
This party is 2.5 hours so that you can
watch the movie (roughly 1.5hours) and
then have time to open presents and eat.
PSP $135
Kids Scuba Party NEW!
(5-8 or 8-10 years / Max 10 kids)
PSP is excited to announce the Aquarius
Dive club is going to be offering kids scuba
parties through Recreation. This party is for
5-8 years or 8-10 yrs and follows the PADI
Bubble Marker or SASY program. All dive
equipment is provided along with a certified Padi professional. Bring your friends to
this party and they will be talking about it
for weeks afterwards. Parental waivers are
required for this activity. You will get 1 hour
in the pool and then 1 hour with our Recreation leader where you can open presents,
eat (snack provided by you) and play games
if there is additional time.
PSP $115
Party Theme by You
(5-12 yrs)
Have a great theme idea for your child’s
party? Under your direction, we will assist
at your party by providing some basic toys
and sports equipment, help to facilitate
appropriate games of your choice and have
music equipment available. You will have
full use of our large gymnasium, kitchen and
multi-purpose room to eat, play and open
presents. Please bring your own food, cake
and decorations if you desire. Note: this is a
parent facilitated birthday party.
PSP $100
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Birthday Parties
Pool Party @ Naden
Come and celebrate your birthday by
making a splash! Swim and play pool
games with your facilitator for one hour
and then eat cake, and open presents in
your second hour! Partiers will have half
the pool sectioned off their activities.
PSP $115
Sat or Sun
1-3pm
Sept 19-Dec 13
Sports Spectacular at CPAC or
Naden
Join us for a fun-filled active sports party
with gym games, sports and time for opening presents, eating, etc. Perfect for parents
who’d like their kids to fall asleep at night!
We promise they’ll be tired – no matter how
much cake they’ve had! Your Sports Spectacular package includes a facilitator, full use
of our kitchen (CPAC only), a large gymnasium with equipment and a room to eat and
open presents. Please bring your own food,
cake and decorations if you desire.
PSP $115
Sat or Sun
1-3pm
Sept 19-Dec 13
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Canadian Forces Community
As a military family we understand
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service, deployment and relocation.
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Services
Activity Guide Mailing List
Employment and Education
Support
Be the first to know about upcoming
MFRC and PSP workshops, events and
services. The MFRC mails out close to
1,000 Activity Guides to military families
each December, April and August. Subscribe by calling the MFRC at 250-3632640 (toll free: 1-800-353-3329) or by
emailing mfrc@shawcable.com.
For employment and education support,
the MFRC refers families to employment
agencies in the greater community. The
MFRC website (www.esquimaltmfrc.com)
has links for the local employment agencies and education services. You can also
check out www.workbc.ca.
Complex Needs
The Family Navigator Coordinator at the
Esquimalt MFRC offers one to one support for Canadian Armed Forces families
with a family member with extra needs.
This person can:
• develop a support plan for persons with
complex needs
• work together with someone to create a
plan for upcoming deployments
• provide support for people who are caring for an elderly family member
• help families prepare when they are posting in or out of Greater Victoria
• help families navigate the education or
health care system and local resources during a relocation or new diagnosis
• advocate for services for a family
Emergency Services
The MFRC Emergency Services Program
offers support and resources to individuals
and families during emergencies related
to child care, pregnancy, and any other
urgent family situation. Call the MFRC at
250-363-2640 (toll free: 1-800-353-3329)
if you have an emergency.
Imagination Library
The Imagination Library, funded through
donations, is offered as a way to enhance
literacy and develop resilience in children
as they experience the challenges of the
military lifestyle, and to show community support to parents in caring for their
children. Families with babies born within
the past 12 months to serving regular force
members and class B/C reservists at CFB
Esquimalt are eligible to register. Children
will receive one book per month by mail
until their fifth birthday. Please contact the
MFRC for more information.
MFRC 24-Hour Information Line
MFRC staff members are ready to take
your call - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
They can answer your questions, provide
assistance in an emergency or do the
research to find the information you need.
Call 250-363-2640 (toll free: 1-800-3533329).
It takes just 15 minutes to get this valuable ID card. The card is available to
all regular and reserve military family
members age 13 years and up. Use this
nationally recognized ID here and at your
next posting. Use it to access base services
such as the Naden Athletic Centre and to
receive discounts from local businesses.
The CAF member must be present to
sign the card at the time of issue. If your
military spouse/partner is deployed or on
course, contact the MFRC to make special
arrangements. The MFID is available at
Signal Hill MFRC and CPAC MFRC.
Parenting from Afar
Stay connected with your child during
deployment. Look for activities and tips in
Raising Your Military Child on the MFRC
website (www.esquimaltmfrc.com). You
can also pick up Children’s Deployment
Workbooks and a Parent Guide at any
MFRC location, and the Parenting from
Afar booklet.
Pregnancy and Doula Service
Will your partner be deployed during
your pregnancy? Skilled, caring volunteers will support you during pregnancy,
childbirth, and after you’ve welcomed your
baby home. Find out more about how
the MFRC supports expectant parents by
calling 250-363-2640 (toll free: 1-800353-3329).
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Services
Short-term Counselling
Individuals, couples and families can
access counselling sessions at the MFRC
in a confidential atmosphere of support.
Registered social workers and clinical
counsellors provide support with stress,
relationship issues, parenting challenges,
the military lifestyle plus much more. The
MFRC also provides quality referrals to
outside counselling resources and specialized support services. Call 250-363-2640
for details.
often you want us to contact you and
we’ll do it. We call anywhere in Canada.
To subscribe, phone us at 250-363-2640
(toll free: 1-800-353-3329) or update
your MFRC Contact Form.
Video Teleconferencing (VTC)
Talk with and see your loved one serving abroad in a comfortable, private
room at the Colwood Pacific Activity
Centre. The VTC is booked through
the deployed Canadian Armed Forces
(CAF) member.
Staying in Touch Service
Sign up yourself or a loved one for a
“Staying in Touch” phone call or email
to take place through a deployment or
work-related separation. You will receive
updates on the activities and services
available to you through the Base and
Community as well as updates on your
member’s mission. If you are deploying,
register your spouse/partner, parents, siblings or grandparents. Let us know how
“Welcoming Your Baby” Box
Are you a new parent? Make sure you
drop by the MFRC for your free Welcome to Parenting Box. The box includes information on our Raising Your
Military Child e-learning tool to help
you understand your baby’s development (including unique military lifestyle
issues), a developmental toy, along with
more information that can help you with
your new little one. The package also includes information about parenting programs and activities. Contact the MFRC
to find out more.
Special Events
Canucks Trips
your kids off or spend time as a family!
Do you want to go and see the Vancouver Canucks in action and not have to
worry about getting to Vancouver or what
hotel to stay in? Join PSP Recreation as
we provide an all-inclusive trip to see the
Vancouver Canucks live in action. Costs
include round trip bus transportation,
ferry, hotel and hockey tickets.
Location: CPAC
PSP F15REC210
Sat Oct 24 2:30-4:30pm
$10 first pumpkin, $5 for additional pumpkins
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Pick-Up Location: CPAC & CANEX Parking Lot
Games: Oct 24 Canucks vs Detroit
Time: 9am ferry returning on the 11am ferry
Cost: $260/person based on double occupancy
CPAC Scary Movie Night
(10-14 yrs)
Bring a chair, a blanket and get ready to
howl like the wolves! This movie night
will provide thrills, chills and popcorn!
Recreation will be setting up a concession
with snacks and drinks for a low cost.
Register early as space is limited.
Location: CPAC
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Fri Oct 30
Movie: TBD (includes popcorn)
7-9pm
$5
Come join PSP Recreation for an afternoon of fun. There will be a variety of
activities for you and your family to participate in. Come get active with us and
maybe learn new skills. More details to be
released as we get closer to the event.
Location: NAC Gym
PSP F15REC504
Nov 21
CFB Esquimalt transforms into a giant
fairground for this annual fun day for the
Defence Community. Inflatables, games,
prizes, food, and entertainment for all
ages.
Free
Frozen –Disney on Ice
Do your kids love the Disney movie
Frozen? PSP Recreation is planning an allinclusive trip to Vancouver to see Disney’s
Frozen on ice. Costs include round trip
bus transportation, ferry, hotel and show
tickets.
Pick-Up Location: CPAC & CANEX Parking Lot
PSP F15REC503
Sun Nov 29
11am ferry returning on 11 am ferry next day
$260/Adult and $135/Child plus taxes
2-4pm
MFRC Annual General Meeting
Join the MFRC Board of Directors at the
Annual General Meeting and BBQ dinner
on September 23. The business meeting
will follow the BBQ and will review the
2014/15 fiscal year and present the new
slate of directors for the coming year. For
more information, contact the MFRC at
250-363-2640 (toll free: 1-800-353-3329).
Location: NOTC Gunroom
MFRC
Wed Sept23
Formation Fun Day
Location: CFB Esquimalt (Naden)
Sat Sept 19
Noon-4pm
National Family Sports Day in
Canada
5-7pm
Skate with Santa
Join Santa and his Merry Elves for an
afternoon of skating fun and treats! Santa
will also lead the skaters in some fun
games and activities on the ice. So bring
your skates and festive cheer! Skates will be
available to borrow. All children must wear
helmets.
Location: Wurtele Arena
PSP
Sun Dec 6
Noon-2pm
Free
Come join Santa in the pool for an afternoon of fun swimming in the pool and
playing games. New this year Santa will
be taking underwater photos so bring your
goggles and your smiles!
2-4pm
Free
Halloween Pumpkin Carving
Do you love carving pumpkins, but hate
the mess? Leave the preparation and clean
up to us! All supplies including the pumpkins will be here waiting for you. Drop
Winery Tour
Back by popular demand is our Cowichan
Wine Tour in which you sit back and
enjoy (and leave the driving to the host).
The Cowichan Valley region is gaining
recognition for a number of fine wines and
great cheese. Join us for this opportunity
to sample new wines and new foods. The
van leaves NADEN at 10:30am sharp for
the CPAC pick up at 10:45am. Please arrange for responsible rides home after the
van drops you off in the event you plan to
sample them all.
Pick-up Locations: CPAC & Naden Athletic
Centre
10:30am-5pm
PSP F15REC410 Sat Sept 19
Reg $110/Ord $115/Assoc $120 plus tax
*Preferred registration for deployed families.
*NEW Seattle Trip
PSP Recreation is organizing for the first
time ever a trip to Seattle. There are 2
packages to choose from for this trip.
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Pick-Up Locations: CPAC and CANEX
Dates: Depart Saturday Nov 21 returning Monday
Nov 23
Package 1 – Seattle Shopping Trip
This package will get you downtown
Seattle where you can shop till you drop
or be a tourist and tour around the city.
NOTE: Passport Required.
$360/person based on double occupancy (CDN)
Swim With Santa
Location: NAC Pool
PSP
Sun Dec 6
season. Our first bus trip (depending on
snow conditions) will be heading up on
December 10. For more information,
please contact CPAC PSP at 250-3631009. Mark your calendars and cross your
fingers for a great snow season!
Ski Mt Washington
LEAVE THE DRIVING TO US!
Stay tuned for the Winter Activity Guide
for dates and prices for the 2015/16 ski
Package 2 – Sea Hawks Game
Do you and other football fans want to see
a game in person? This package will have
you live at a Sunday afternoon football
game where the Sea Hawks will take on
the San Francisco 49’ers.
NOTE: Passport Required.
$490/person (CDN -includes ticket to Sea Hawks
Game)
Cost Includes: Transportation to Clipper,
Clipper transportation and 2 nights at the Executive Pacific Hotel, the hotel is close to the field
and all the amenities.
Christina Van Starkenburg
MFRC Volunteer
Each and every year around this time, children
are heading back to school. Some of them will be
returning to their old school, others will be moving from elementary to middle or middle to high
school, and some others will be starting over at a
new school in a new town. Regardless of their situation, going back to school can be a stressful situation for many children, so here are a few tips for
you to help your children get off to a good start.
Time to Sleep
During the summer, many children’s regular bedtimes disappear, because they are having sleepovers,
roasting marshmallows or playing one more match
of a favourite game. Then in the morning, they
crawl out of bed whenever they feel like it. Getting
enough sleep will help children be happier and it
will help them focus on their school work so they
can actually learn what the teachers are teaching
them.
Wanda Murphy, the counsellor for Rockheights
Middle School, suggests that parents need to start
getting their children back on a regular sleep schedule before school starts. “Get them sleeping. Kids
tend to get off track for sleeping in the summer”
said Murphy. “So, leading up to the first day of
school, start getting their sleeping back in order.”
According to the Sleep Foundation, children between the ages of 6 and 12 need between 9 and
11 hours of sleep each night, and teenagers need
between 8 and 10 hours. To pick a bedtime, figure
out when they need to be up for school and count
backwards – or try and convince your teenager to
do it – then gradually put your children to bed at
an earlier time until you’re at their new bedtime.
Time to Listen
Whether or not your children are going to a new
school, chances are they might be nervous about it,
and that’s understandable.
“Anxiety before school starts is completely normal; they’re worried about making friends, or that
their teacher will hate them,” said Murphy.
If your children mention their concerns to you,
take the time to listen. Let them know it is okay
to be worried, and don’t trivialize their fears. If you
have some suggestions that will help fix or alleviate
their worries, share them with your children, but
be warned that reassurances generally don’t make
the situation any better.
Time to Talk
If you’ve moved from a different province and you
or your children are worried about the differences
in curriculum and whether or not your children
will be behind, then talk to their teacher about it.
“The most important thing is to let the teacher
know, because they might not realize there’s a concern. Sometimes the marks will show [the student’s
concerns], but don’t wait until you get marks [to
talk to the teacher],” said Murphy.
The staff at the different schools in the area want
your children to succeed and feel confident about
their abilities; however, they can’t help until they
know that there is a problem.
Christina Van Starkenburg is a writer, military
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Children under a year shouldn’t be towed
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started from the stop position, and climbing
hills took a bit more work with the weight of
the stroller and child, and I required a little extra braking power on the down hills and stops.
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Newcomers
If you are new to the Victoria area, let the
Esquimalt MFRC be the first to welcome
you! Please join us at the following events
organized specifically for newcomers. Meet
other military families who are new to
the area, get to know your new city, and
connect with MFRC staff and volunteers.
All events are family friendly and will
take place rain or shine. Visit the MFRC
website to register at least one week in
advance. We look forward to meeting you!
Bus Tour of Victoria
Experience your new city from the comfort
of a luxury double decker bus! This scenic
bus tour includes the downtown core,
the Legislative Buildings, Canada’s oldest
Chinatown, Beacon Hill Park, the Victoria
waterfront, and many other camera-worthy
sights. The tour includes live narration from
your knowledgeable driver, and MFRC staff
and volunteers will be on hand to welcome
you aboard and answer any questions you
might have. Register by September 20 by
calling the MFRC at 250-363-2640.
Goldstream Salmon Run
Come experience the beauty of Goldstream Provincial Park and the world
famous salmon run! Meet others who are
new to the area and take a walk to the
park’s nature house. Enjoy a hot chocolate
or roast a hot dog (weather permitting)
provided by MFRC staff and volunteers.
Register by calling the MFRC at 250-3632640 by November 21. While there is no
cost for this event, we do need an idea
of numbers so we can plan for food and
drinks. Thanks for your cooperation!
Walking Tour of the Victoria Inner
Harbour
Join MFRC staff and volunteers and your
knowledgeable guide for a walking tour
of the area surrounding Victoria’s beautiful inner harbour. See the sights and learn
some of Victoria’s fascinating history as
you stroll with others who are new to the
area. Register by October 11 by calling the
MFRC at 250-363-2640.
Location: Meet in front of Royal BC Museum –
look for the MFRC banner
MFRC Sun Oct 18 1-3pm $5/person, $10/family
Location: Goldstream Park general picnic area –
look for the MFRC banner
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Noon-2pm
Free
Location: Tour departs from & returns to the
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Volunteering
• Are you looking for a way to give
back to the community?
• Do you enjoy meeting new people
and working as part of a team?
• Does the laughter and tireless energy
of children and youth inspire you?
• Do you like being in the spotlight at
special events?
• Are you most comfortable working
“behind the scenes” doing research,
assisting with administration, information and event planning?
View the latest volunteer opportunities at
www.esquimaltmfrc.com.
Deployment
Adult Deployment Workshops
The MFRC has a variety of programs designed to help military members and their
family cope with the challenges of deployment. Workshops take place in accordance
with expressed demand. Deployment
workshops are free and, in most cases,
child care may be arranged. Visit www.
esquimaltmfrc.com for full workshop
descriptions. Call the MFRC at 250-3632640 if you are interested in taking one of
the workshops.
• Making Connections
• Preparing for Deployment & Dealing
with Deployment
• Re-establishing Your Relationship
• Return and Reintegration
• Stress Busters
• Transitions
Away Cafés and Deployment
Dinners
Would you like to meet others dealing
with a deployment? Are you new to the
military lifestyle or community? Would
you like to “take a break” with others like
yourself? These evenings are provided as a
social opportunity for people to connect
and share over a cup of coffee or a delicious meal! MFRC staff will be on hand to
provide any requested information. Share
your tips about dealing with the military
lifestyle including deployments, come
and learn from those who have done it all
before. You are not alone. Free child care
provided if registered in advance. Registration for this program is required for all
participants at least 5 days in advance of
session dates.
Away Cafés
Location: MFRC CPAC
6:30-8:30pm
Free
Wed Sept 2-16 & 30, Oct 7-21, Nov 4 & 18,
Dec 2-16
Deployment Dinners
Location: The Parish of St Peter and Paul (1379
Esquimalt Road)
MFRC
Wed Sept 23, Oct 28 & Nov 25
6- 8pm
$5 per person or $7 per family
Note: No dinner in December
Children’s Deployment
Workbooks and Parent Guide:
Info Session
If your child can’t make it into a deployment workshop, there are workbooks for
kids age 3-12 available for you to use at
home. There is also an easy-to-use parent
guide for the at-home parent that includes
tips and activities for the deployed parent.
Come learn more about the workbooks,
the parent guide and how to use them in
this valuable 90-minute information session. Call the MFRC at 250-363-2640 to
register (toll free: 1-800-353-3329).
Location: MFRC CPAC
Tues Sept 15
6:30-8pm
Free
Children’s Deployment
Workshops
Children’s Deployment Workshops
help children adjust to a parent being
away on deployment. Workshops offer
children an opportunity to interact with
other children who are going through
the same experience. These workshops
will help validate your child’s feelings
about deployment. There are programs
for Preschool (age 3-5), School Age (age
5-8) and Preteen (age 9-12). If you are
interested in registering your child for
one of the following workshops, call the
Military Family Resource Centre at 250363-2640. Space is limited, please register
your child in advance.
Age 3-5 years
Location: MFRC CPAC
Tues
Sept 22-Dec 1
Christmas Shopping Night
Does Christmas seem to sneak up on you?
Are you prepared? Is your member away?
Would you like to enjoy some Christmas
shopping without the kids? Get your
shopping done in peace while the MFRC
cares for your child. Buy a ticket for our
annual Christmas Shopping Night Event
- your child enjoys dinner, movie, snack
and a craft at CPAC, you enjoy shopping
alone! Advance tickets only available
until November 27.
Location: MFRC CPAC
Wed Dec 2 5-8:30pm $5/child (max $10/family)
Deployment Respite Child Care
Free Deployment Respite Child Care (for
children age 6 months to kindergarten)
is available through the MFRC for one
continuous 3 hour session per week up to
a maximum of 4 free sessions per month
when a military parent is deployed (or
away for work related reasons) for 21
consecutive days or more. Punch Cards
(available at the MFRC) are used to keep
track for the period during which each
family can access the program. Parents
must complete registration forms and follow established guidelines. This program
is provided through MFRC fundraising
dollars. If you have unique child care
needs, call the MFRC at 250-363-2640.
Ages 6-18 months
Tues-Fri 9am-noon
Ages 18 months-5 years
9:30-10:45am
Age 5- 8 years
Location: CPAC
MFRC
Tues
Sept 22-Dec 1
3:30-4:45pm
Location: MFRC CPAC
Wed
Sept 23-Dec 2
6:30-7:45pm
Age 9- 12 years
Location: MFRC CPAC
Mon
Sept 21-Nov 30
3:30-4:45pm
Location: MFRC CPAC
Wed
Sept 23-Dec 2
6:30-7:45pm
Tues & Thur 9am-noon & 1-4pm
Fri 1-4pm
Sat 9am-noon & 1-4pm *NEW FOR SATURDAYS
Call 250-363-2674 to reserve.
Book up to 8 days in advance if
deployed.
*Additional sessions are available at a rate
of $9 per 3 hour session per child (does
not include Saturday spots).
Deployment
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be on hand to address concerns and questions. Questions are encouraged. An Adult
Workshop follows the briefing and begins
at 2:30pm. Child minding is provided
from 12:30-3:30pm. For further information, or to register your childcare needs,
call the MFRC at 250-363-2640. Registration required at least one week prior to
session date for all participants.
Even though your member is deployed,
come out and share this special day with
your “Deployment Family.” This will be
a Potluck style event with crafts on hand
for the children. This event is sponsored
by the Family Networks. All
participants must register by
October 3 by calling the
MFRC at 250-363-2640.
Also email your Network
to let them know
what you will be
bringing. Note this
is an interactive
event so there will be no
childcare available.
Location: MFRC CPAC
Sat
Oct 10
11:30am-3:30pm
HMCS Winnipeg Family
Christmas Party
Come and join fellow Winnipeg families
in an afternoon party for the kids. There
will be a potluck lunch followed by Christmas crafts and topped off with a visit from
Santa Claus. Register by calling 250-3632640 by December 5.
Location: MFRC CPAC
Sat
Dec 12
11:30am-3pm
Location: MFRC CPAC
Sun Aug 16, Sept 20, Oct 25, Nov 22, Dec 20
• Noon-12:45pm:
Potluck Lunch
• 12:45-1:30pm:
Network Planning Session
• 1:30-2:30pm:
CO’s Presentation
• 2:30-3:30pm:
Adult Workshop
HMCS WINNIPEG
Sunday Information Sessions
These sessions are designed for loved ones
of serving members onboard HMCS Winnipeg. These sessions begin at noon with
a potluck lunch followed by a planning
session with the Ship’s Family Network
and a video link-up with the ship. During the video link-up, the Commanding
Officer will talk directly to families about
what they have been up to, and answer any
questions you may have. Senior members
of the Canadian Fleet Pacific Staff will also
Family Network Email Addresses
443 MH SQUADRON
443.family@shawcable.com
HMCS ALGONQUIN
algonquin.family@shawcable.com
HMCS CALGARY
calgary.family@shawcable.com
HMCS OTTAWA
ottawa.family@shawcable.com
HMCS PROTECTEUR
protecteur.family@shawcable.com
HMCS REGINA
regina.family@shawcable.com
HMCS VANCOUVER
vancouver.family@shawcable.com
HMCS WINNIPEG
winnipeg.family@shawcable.com
MCDVs
mcdv.family@shawcable.com
TERRA FIRMA
terrafirma.family@shawcable.com
SUBMARINES
subs.family@shawcable.com
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Adult Workshop Schedule
• Mapping My Resources - Aug 16
• Making Connections - Sept 20
• Transitions - Oct 25
• Stress Busters - Nov 22
• Taking Care of Me in the Holiday
Season - Dec 20
View workshop descriptions at www.
esquimaltmfrc.com
Family Networks
Get the latest information and updates
about your loved one’s deployment, participate in social activities, and get mutual support from others who are going
through the same experience. Check out
the Family Network webpage at www.
esquimaltmfrc.com. Fill out the Family
Network contact sheet, then email or
drop it off at the MFRC. Information
you provide is kept strictly confidential.
Volunteer Opportunities
Become a vital part of a successful
deployment by getting involved as a
Family Network Volunteer. Check out
the current opportunities on the MFRC
website or call 250-363-2640 (toll free:
1-800-353-3329) to learn more.
Deployment
HMCS WINNIPEG Sunday
Session - Online Follow Ups via
Webex
Do you live outside of the local Victoria
area? Or will you miss the HMCS Winnipeg Sunday Sessions? Would you like a
live summary of what was talked about?
Would you like to have the option to ask
your questions live and directly to MFRC
Staff? If so, check out the monthly WEBEX that is being offered to loved ones
of HMCS WINNIPEG. Pre-registration
is required by the Saturday before each
session by calling the MFRC 24-hour line
at 250-363-2640 or 1-800-353-3329. You
will require an email address and a device
that has access to the internet. We recommend a desktop or laptop. Tablets and
handheld devices will work but will have
more limited capabilities. Logon instructions will be emailed out to participants 24
hours prior to session.
MFRC Online
Mon Aug 17, Sept 21, Oct 26, Nov 23, Dec 21
6pm (PST)
MCDV Adult Workshops
Part 1: Preparing for Deployment
Workshop – For Adults
Do you feel prepared? Are you informed
of MFRC services? Do you have a Family
Care Plan? Would you like a chance to
learn more about preparing for and dealing
with a deployment? Have your questions
answered by those “in the know.” All
participants are asked to register by at least
5 days in advance by calling the MFRC at
250-363-2640. Free onsite childcare also
available by request. For those of you with
children, we encourage you to take Part 1
and 2 of this series.
Location: MFRC CPAC
Tues Sept 22
6:30-8:30pm
Free
Part 2: Preparing for Deployment Workshop – For those with Children
Do you have children? Do you feel that
they are prepared for the upcoming deployment? As you become a single parent, do
you feel prepared to handle the stressors a
deployment can bring? Are you aware of
MFRC children’s services and programs?
Do you have an Emergency Child Care
Plan? Would you like a chance to learn
more about preparing children for and dealing with a deployment? Have your questions answered by those “in the know.” All
participants are asked to register by at least
5 days in advance by calling the MFRC at
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available by request.
like a chance to meet other parents who
are also facing the same challenges? Have
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know.” All participants are asked to register by at least 5 days in advance by calling
the MFRC at 250-363-2640. Free onsite
child care also available by request. It is
recommended that all participants take
Part 1 of the Return and Reunion series
prior to this session.
Location: MFRC CPAC
Thur Sept 24
Location: MFRC CPAC
Mon Dec 14
6:30-8pm
6:30-8:30pm
Free
MCDV Meet and Greet Session
Meet others from your ships over some
warm tea or coffee. Let the MFRC watch
the kids while you kick back, share some
laughs and connect with others like
yourself. Register by October 9 by calling
the MFRC 24 Hour Information Line at
250-363-2640.
Location: MFRC CPAC
Wed Oct 14
6:30-8:30pm
Free
MCDV Return and Reintegration
Workshop Series
Part 1: Adult Session
Military families have identified reunion
as their most challenging time to manage.
The MFRC invites you to an information
session designed to address your needs and
concerns about family reunions. Having an
understanding of the impact of transitioning back from a deployment to everyday life
is essential for your entire family including
your returning loved one. Discover useful
techniques and tips to have a successful
homecoming. Arrive early and make your
homecoming banners! Free onsite childcare available. Please register one week in
advance by calling the MFRC 24 Hour
Information Line at 250-363-2640.
Location: MFRC CPAC
Wed Dec 9
7-8:30pm
Free
MCDV Welcome Home Banner
Making!
Do you have a member coming home in
December? Let the MFRC assist you in
preparing for your loved one’s homecoming by supplying you with all the materials
needed to make banners and decorations.
Free onsite childcare provided once your
banners are complete so you can participate in the Adult Return and Reunion
Session from 7-8:30pm. Register by
December 5 by calling the MFRC at 250363-2640.
Location: MFRC CPAC
Mon
Dec 9 6-7pm
Free
Free
Part 2: Parenting Session
Is your member returning from a workrelated separation? Do you have children
at home? Are you prepared to help your
children deal with the challenges of having their parent come home? Would you
Deployment
MFRC Café: Winter Crafts
Come out and have some fun! Meet others
experiencing deployment who will be in
CPAC for the regular Deployment Away
Café. Free child care if you are experiencing a work-related separation and
registered in advance. Call the MFRC at
250-363-2640 at least 5 days in advance
to register.
Location: MFRC CPAC
Wed Nov 18
6:30-8:30pm
Free
*NEW Spaghetti Dinner and
Movie Night
It’s the night before Halloween, what’s
there to do? Come out and enjoy some
fun with other deployed families. Join
us for a spaghetti dinner and Halloween
movie night at CPAC. Register by calling
250-363-2640 by October 26. Note: this
is an interactive event so there will be no
childcare available.
Location: MFRC CPAC
Fri Oct 30
5:30-8:30pm
Free
Submarine Community
Connections
5:30-8pm
Childrens’ Deployment
Workbooks and Parent Guide
The MFRC has workbooks for children 3
to 12 years of age and an easy-to-use parent guide for the at-home parent that includes tips and activities for the deployed
parent. Stop by any MFRC location to
pick up your copy today! Copies of these
manuals are available to deployed members on their ships and electronically
upon request. Deployment staff can assist you throughout the deployment via
email support.
Deployment Booklet
These booklets contain information
to make deployment easier for military
families. Pick up your booklet at any
MFRC location, or request that one be
mailed to your loved one!
Mail Drop Off Location
Do you have a military member posted
to a submarine this year? Would you like
to meet others like yourself? Learn what
life is like in a submarine community or
share what has worked well for you in the
past. These sessions will be opportunities for loved ones of submarine crews to
learn more about what life is like onboard,
as well as what it is like to be part of this
unique experience. Bring your dinner and
“brown bag” it! Free onsite child care will
be available beginning at 6pm for each
session. Register by calling 250-363-2640
at least one week in advance.
Location: MFRC CPAC
Mon Sept 21, Oct 19, Nov 16
MFRC DEPLOYMENT RESOURCES AND SERVICES
Free
Send mail and parcels to your deployed
member for free! The MFRC will accept
parcels and letters for deployed members
at either CPAC MFRC or Signal Hill
MFRC. Visit www.esquimaltmfrc.com
for more information and guidelines.
Parenting from Afar
Stay connected with your child during
deployment. Look for activities and tips
in Raising Your Military Child on the
MFRC website (www.esquimaltmfrc.
com). You can also pick up Children’s
Deployment Workbooks and a Parent
Guide at any MFRC location, and the
new Parenting from Afar booklet.
Read Me a Bedtime Story
Children love to see their deployed parent on the computer or TV. Why not record the member reading a few children’s
books before they deploy. Need books?
The MFRC Library at CPAC has many
for you to choose from. A quiet space can
be made available if you would like to do
your recording on-site. Call the MFRC
at 250-363-2640 or pop by for more information.
Staying in Touch Service
Sign up yourself or a loved one for a
“Staying in Touch” phone call or email
to take place through a deployment or
work-related separation. You will receive
updates on the activities and services
available to you through the Base and
Community as well as updates on your
member’s mission. If you are deploying,
register your spouse/partner, parents, siblings or grandparents. Let us know how
often you want us to contact you and
we’ll do it. We call anywhere in Canada.
To subscribe, phone us at 250-363-2640
(toll free: 1-800-353-3329) or update
your MFRC Contact Form.
Video-Teleconferencing
Stay connected with your loved one serving abroad through our VTC. Enjoy a
conversation with your loved one in a
comfortable, private office at CPAC. The
VTC is scheduled through the deployed
CAF member. For information, call 250363-2640 (toll free: 1-800-353-3329).
Welcome Home Banner Making
Do you have a military member coming
home and would like to make a special
banner /poster to celebrate the day? Let
the MFRC assist you in preparing for
your loved one’s homecoming by supplying you with all the materials needed to
make wonderful welcome home banners
and posters. Call the MFRC at 250-3632640 for more information.
Early Years
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS at MFRC CPAC
Monday
am Preschool 1
(age 4 and 5 yrs)
9-11:30am
pm Preschool 2
(age 3 and 4 yrs)
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Casual Child Care Casual Child Care Casual Child Care Casual Child Care Casual Child Care
(under 18 months)
(under 18 months)
9am-noon
9am-noon
9-noon*
9-noon
9-noon
Casual Child Care
1-4pm
Preschool 1
Preschool 1
(age 4 and 5 yrs)
(age 4 and 5 yrs)
9-11:30am
9-11:30am
Preschool 2
Casual Child Care Casual Child Care Casual Child Care
1-4pm*
1-4pm
1-4pm
(age 3 and 4 years)
1-3:30pm
*Note: Saturday care is
available to those that are
experiencing a deployment
or work-related separation.
1-3:30pm
123 Music & Me
Casual Child Care
Comfort, Play & Teach
Have fun with music! This is one of our
most popular programs, very lively and
will be very enjoyable for you and your
child. Through a partnership with Victoria
Conservatory of Music, you and your
child will listen to an Early Childhood
Music Educator and have a chance to
make your own music with a variety of instruments. Register by calling the MFRC
at 250-363-2640.
Another busy time of year approaches and
parents need a break! Try the MFRC Casual Child Care Program for a few hours
of respite or to get things done without
your “little helper.” Take the time to destress yourself! A few hours of respite can
be a reality. Book up to 1 week in advance,
maximum 2 times per week, Casual Child
Care is available for $9 per 3-hour session
per child. Punch cards are available! Payment must be made to the Information &
Referral desk at the CPAC MFRC prior to
entering program.
(Activity Program for Parents and
Infants)
This six week program, created by Invest
in Kids, offers great hands-on experiences
for parents and their infants (birth to 18
months). You will learn new songs, activities and crafts you can do with your infant.
Parent participation is required along
with your child. Program is facilitated by
an Early Childhood Educator. Call the
MFRC at 250-363-2640 to register.
Ages 6-18 months
* Note: the Parents and Toddler program
(18 months to 3 years) will be offered in
Winter 2016.
For parents and their babies up to 24
months
Location: MFRC CPAC
Mon Sept 14-Dec 14
9-9:30am
Free
For parents and their child 2 to 5 years
Location: MFRC CPAC
Mon Sept 14-Dec 14
9:30-10am
Free
Books for Breakfast Program
Parents or guardians and their children
(up to the age of 6) can join in on an hour
of healthy breakfast snacks, great stories
and interactive songs each month. Each
family group will receive a book to take
home with them. The program will run
once a month from September to June and
is free but you must pre-register for each
session. This program is an initiative of the
Belmont Park Preschool.
For more information or to receive email
notification before each event, email booksforbreakfast@shaw.ca or call 250-474-6678.
Location: MFRC CPAC
Tues-Fri
9am-noon
Gradual entry required for new children
Call 250-363-2674 to book
9:30-10:30am Free
Deployment Respite Child Care
Ages 18 months-5 years
Location: MFRC CPAC
Tues & Thur
Fri
Location: MFRC CPAC
Thur Sept 17-Oct 22
9am-noon or 1-4pm
1-4pm
Call 250-363-2674 to book
*If you are experiencing a deployment,
be sure to check out the Saturday Casual
Child Care sessions. More information in
the Deployment section.
Free Deployment Respite Child Care is
available. Check out the new Saturday
sessions available starting in June for those
that qualify for a Deployment Punch
Card. Learn more in the Deployment section of the guide under Casual Child Care.
Casual Child Care Punch Cards
Casual Child Care Punch Cards are available! Save a few dollars when you buy a
$50 card good for 6 sessions of child care.
Cards are available at the MFRC.
Early Years
Family FUNdamentals - Healthy
Living Through Fun Unique
Nurturing Family Activities
This is an interactive program for parents
and the child ages 3 or 4 years. Join us for
games, songs, stories, snacks and activities. Through this program, you and your
child will learn about self-image, healthy
relationships, eating well, the importance
of play and physical activity, and social and
emotional well-being. Program is facilitated by an Early Childhood Educator. Call
the MFRC at 250-363-2640 to register.
Location: MFRC CPAC
Mon Nov 16-Dec 14
10:30am-noon
& Thur Dec 17
Free
363-2640 for more information about
registration and waitlists. We offer quality
care with an understanding of the military
family lifestyle.
Playing Together
Playing Together is a drop-in program
for parents and children to socialize and
network with other military families. The
Tuesday group is for babies under the age
of 18 months, and the Wednesday one is
for kids over the age of 18 months. The
children move freely between three to four
activities in this fun, open-ended play
experience. No registration required, just
drop-in. Call the MFRC at 250-363-2640
for more information.
MFRC Daycare
Parent with child under 18 months
Every day is an adventure in learning at
the MFRC Daycare – where imagination,
fun and experiencing are always at the top
of the agenda! Join us at our Colwood
(CPAC) Daycare. Our bright facility offers
both an Infant/Toddler and a 3 to 5 year
old program. Call the MFRC at 250-
Location: MFRC CPAC
Tues Sept 15-Dec 15
Preschool 2015-16
The MFRC’s ECE certified Educators
provide fun and creative opportunities for
your child! Parent participation is required
for field trips. Classes are available at the
Colwood Pacific Activity Centre MFRC.
Please call to inquire about our 2 or 3 day
a week classes that can help your child to
learn through play. All classes have a minimum of 7 students and a maximum of 10
students. Spaces may still be available for
Fall 2015.
The following fees are in effect:
• 2 times per week classes are $1150 for
the academic year, payable $115 per
month.
• 3 times per week classes are $1400 for
the academic year, payable $140 per
month.
9:30-10:30am Free
Parent with child 18 months-5 years
Location: MFRC CPAC
Wed Sept 16-Dec 16
9-10:30am
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School Age & Youth – FUNdamentals
To register in any of the following
School Age and Youth programs please
contact the Colwood Pacific Activity
Centre at 250-363-1009. Or you can
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Physical Literacy helps our children gain
competence and confidence in movement and is the foundation to an active
lifestyles. This program provides the basic
FUNdamental skills associated with sports
like; throwing, jumping, running, and
kicking in a fun and interactive manner.
Location: CPAC
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4-5pm
$40 Regular/$45 Ordinary/$50 Associate
Halloween Pumpkin Carving
Do you love carving pumpkins, but hate
the mess? Leave the preparation and clean
up to us! All supplies including the pumpkins will be here waiting for you. Drop
your kids off or spend time as a family!
Location: CPAC
PSP F15REC2210
Sat Oct 24
2:30-4:30pm
$10 first pumpkin, $5 for additional Pumpkins
Tween Scene
(10-14 yrs)
Parents get your date night planning happening as you send your youth to us with
their sleeping bags, their best jokes and
their energy for hours of fun! This event
includes; Activities, Pizza, Movies and
Breakfast in the morning! Call PSP Recreation at 250-363-1009 to register your
“Tween”. Space is limited so don’t snooze
on this one (except the next morning...lol).
Snacks available at a low cost.
Shopping completed. This makes for a
great Christmas present or just a yummy
snack.
PSP F15REC2410 (minimum 12 kids)
Fri Dec 4 7pm-8am
The Power of Being a Girl
CPAC Scary Movie Night
(10-14 yrs)
Bring a chair, a blanket and get ready to
howl like the wolves! This movie night
will provide thrills, chills and popcorn!
Recreation will be setting up a concession
with snacks and drinks for a low cost.
Popcorn and movie is FREE. Register early
as space is limited.
Location: CPAC
PSP F15REC2310
Oct 30
Movie: TBD (includes popcorn)
$5
Location: CPAC
PSP F15REC2312
Dec 5
2:30-4:30pm
$10
The MFRC is pleased to host this oneday conference presented by the Victoria
YMCA-YWCA. The conference is geared
towards girls 12-14 years of age as an initiative of National YWCA’s Week without
Violence. The initiative provides girls with
tools to empower and build self-esteem
through a variety of workshops. For more
information, please contact your school
counsellor or call the YMCA directly at
250-386-7511.
School District 62
Location: CPAC
Tues Oct 20
9am-2pm
School District 61
Edible Wreath Making
(8-14 yrs)
Drop off your kids for an afternoon of
relaxation or a time to get your Christmas
Location: YMCA-YWCA of Greater Victoria
Thur Oct 22
9am-2pm
Out of School Care 2015
Located in Belmont Park in Colwood, the MFRC provides Before and After School
Care for children from Kindergarten to Grade 6 with both drop-off and pick-up at
École John Stubbs Elementary School. Spaces may still available for September 2015
or we are taking names for our waitlist. If your child is attending Victor Brodeur, please
contact the district’s transportation department for bus services to our program. For
more information or to register, contact the MFRC at 250-363-2640.
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Cadets
If you want to meet new friends, try something new and earn high school credits towards graduation, the Cadet Corps
is for you. The Cadet programme encourages personal development, leadership and self-discipline through activities
such as Drill, Marksmanship, Survival, Orienteering, Effective Speaking, Communication, Team Sports, First Aid,
Music and Summer Training.
Army Cadets
The Royal Canadian Army Cadets appeal to teenagers craving
exciting outdoor activities where
their personal limits as individuals and team-members will be
tested. The hard core outdoororiented will love the challenge!
Army cadets develop abilities
in the use of map and compass,
GPS technology, orienteering,
first-aid, camping, and survival
skills, canoeing, abseiling, trekking, mountain biking, etc. As
they get more experienced some
will be selected for parachuting,
white-water rafting and glacier
climbing. They will also learn to
become outdoor leaders.
Victoria
2289 5th (BC) Field Regiment Army
Cadets
Bay Street Armoury (715 Bay Street)
Parade Night: Tuesdays 6:30-9:30 pm
Telephone: 250-363-8271
Email: 2289army@cadets.gc.ca
2136 Canadian Scottish Regiment Army
Cadets
Bay Street Armoury (715 Bay Street)
Parade Night: Thursdays 6:30-9:30 pm
Telephone: 250-363-8005
Saanich
3005 11 Service Battalion Army Cadets
Lt Gen E.C. Ashton Armoury,
724 Vanalman Avenue
Parade Night: Thursdays 6: 30 – 9:30 pm
Telephone: 250-363-3194
Email:
3005army@cadets.gc.ca
Esquimalt
2483 PPCLI Army Cadets
445 Head Street, Victoria, BC
Parade Night: Tuesdays 6:30-9:30 pm
Telephone: 250-220-0658
The Cadet Program is community-based. The program succeeds
through strong community support and involvement. Cadets in
turn make valuable contributions to their communities.
Cadets
Air Cadets
Sea Cadets
Royal Canadian Sea Cadets learn about the naval and maritime
environment by participating in a variety of activities on and off
the water.
Sea Cadets specialize in sailing, seamanship, shipboard life, naval
communications, power boat handling, boat repair, and marine
engineering.
Selected senior cadets have the opportunity to attend international
exchanges, to sail aboard a Tall Ship or participate in ship deployments aboard Royal Canadian Navy and Coast Guard ships. Additionally, Sea Cadets can compete for a chance to participate in
annual sailing regattas.
Western Communities
263 Beacon Hill Sea Cadets
948 Dunford Avenue, Langford
Parade Night: Thursdays 6:30-9:30 pm
Telephone: 250-478-7813
Email: 263sea@cadets.gc.ca
Royal Canadian Air Cadets participate in a variety of fun and challenging activities. There is something for everyone – no matter what
their personal interests may be. The outdoor enthusiast will appreciate learning survival skills for flight crew.
The athlete will appreciate physical education and recreation, including a variety of sporting activities like biathlon and Olympicstyle marksmanship. The artists will find their niche in the music
program. The curious will appreciate the hands-on activities such
as building model air crafts. The scholarly will appreciate an introduction to the various tools and technologies linked to aviation.
The dreamers will appreciate the evolution of technology and the
advancements of the aerospace era, including the importance of
Canadian participation.
Every cadet will have the chance to participate in flight activities,
and some top senior cadets may even earn a scholarship to obtain
their glider licence or private pilot licence or the chance to represent Canada on the world stage by participating in an international
exchange.
Victoria
89 (Pacific) Air Cadets
715 Bay Street (Bay Street
Armory)
Parade Night: Mondays
6:30-9:30 pm
Telephone: 250-363-8150
Email: 89air@cadets.gc.ca
Western Communities
848 (Royal Roads) Air Cadets
679 Goldstream Avenue
Langford, BC
Parade Night: Tuesdays
6:30-9:30 pm
Telephone: 250-590-3690
Sidney
676 (Kitty Hawk) Air Cadets
1979 deHavilland Way,
Sidney, BC
Parade Night: Thursday
6:30-9:30 pm
Telephone: 250-656-4423
The Cadet Program
emphasizes key values such
as loyalty, professionalism,
mutual respect and integrity.
Cadets also learn about
fair play, teamwork and
tolerance through all of their
activities.
Work Point (Victoria)
5 Rainbow Sea Cadets
Work Point Barracks, Building 1367 (Drill Hall)
Parade night: Wednesdays 6:30-9:30 pm
Sidney
220 Admiral Budge Sea Cadets
9565 Hurricaine Road, North Sannich
Parade night: Thursdays 6:30-9:30 pm
Adult
Bounce Back™ - Canadian
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Helping Children with Stress:
Tools for Building Resiliency
Bounce Back is offered in partnership with
the Canadian Mental Health Association’s
BC Division to help adults experiencing
symptoms of mild to moderate depression,
low mood, or stress, with or without anxiety
and proven to work. Participants receive:
a) Living Life to the Full DVD – A free
DVD with practical tips on how to recognize
and deal with symptoms of depression.
b) Coaching and workbooks –Guided
self-help from a community-based telephone
coach to keep participants moving forward
with their goals.
For more information on how to access this
service please call the MFRC.
This interactive workshop focuses on the
important role of parents and caregivers
in helping young children learn to manage stress. The child’s ability to cope with
stress in the early years has consequences for
physical and emotional health throughout
life. Based on research from Kids Have
Stress Too, this workshop offers practical
tools for recognizing stress and supporting
children to build resilience. Please register
by October 5.
English as a Second Language
Do you want to learn English or improve
your English? Do you feel the need to
improve your English to better communicate with your partner? The MFRC offers
courses to CAF adult family members. The
classes, taught by a professional, incorporate
conversation, culture, grammar and writing to facilitate your integration into your
community. Call 250-363-2640 (toll free:
1-800-353-3329) to register.
Beginner
Location: St. Peters Church, Belmont Park
MFRC
Mon, Tues & Thur
Sept 14-Dec 10
9-11:30am
Free
Intermediate/Advanced
Location: St. Peters Church, Belmont Park
MFRC
Mon, Tues & Thur
Sept 14-Dec 10
1-3:30pm
Free
French as a Second Language
Are you posted to a bilingual base or Francophone community? Do you feel the need to
develop your second language to better communicate with your partner? The MFRC offers the opportunity to access online Rosetta
Stone language training to CAF adult family
members. Rosetta Stone uses a method that
combines listening, reading, speaking and
writing. Call 250-363-2640 (toll free: 1-800353-3329) to enquire about the current
availability of licenses.
Location: MFRC CPAC
MFRC
Thur Oct 8
MFRC Speakers Series
6:30-8:30 pm
Living Life to the Full
In eight engaging 90-minute sessions
this course helps participants understand
their feelings and learn skills to tackle life’s
problems. This course introduces the use of
cognitive behavioural techniques to manage stress and change and make a difference! Call the MFRC at 250-363-2640 to
register.
Location: MFRC CPAC
MFRC
Mon, Oct 19-Dec 7
$40 for materials
Join us for an engaging workshop where you
will meet new military community members
and learn about the military lifestyle. A facilitator will be your guide through this unique
culture, answering questions you may have
around deployment, relocation and communication. You will hear from a panel of experienced military partners who will share their
stories. Walk away with confidence in your
new military environment, knowing that
others are walking the same path with you
and that there are supports available along
the way. Please call the MFRC at 250-3632640 by October 22 to register.
6-8:30 pm
Location: CPAC MFRC
Thur Sept 24
6:30-8:30pm
Supporting your Child with Learning
Difficulties
Is your child having challenges in school?
Are you not sure how to support your
child? This workshop will provide parents
with some tips and tools to support their
child with learning difficulties as well as
connecting parents who are dealing with
similar challenges. Register by October 15
by calling the MFRC at 250-363-2640.
Guest speaker is Debbie Cybulski from the
Learning Disability Association.
Location: CPAC MFRC
Thur Oct 15
6:30-8:30pm
9:30-11am
Military 101
Location: CPAC MFRC
MFRC
Thur Oct 29
Victoria’s Hidden Job Market
Have you heard that there is a hidden job
market in Victoria? Do you wonder how to
tap into it to find a job or explore a new interest? Come and join Roy, an employment
expert, to learn more. Call the MFRC at
250-363-2640 by September 17 to register.
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Unlike what you might believe, budgeting
isn’t all about restricting what you spend
money on and cutting out all the fun in
your life. Budgeting is really about understanding how much money you have,
where it goes, and then planning how to
best allocate those funds. Come join Corey
Hargreaves, SISIP Financial counsellor, to
learn how to make your money work for
you. Call the MFRC by November 13 to
register for this session.
Location: CPAC MFRC
Thur Nov 19
6:30-8:30pm
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the unique challenges of the military family lifestyle and will result
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Adult Recreation – Active for Life
How to Register
Stay Active Through Recreation by registering for one or more of PSP’s programs. Call
us at 250-363-1009 or register online at www.
pspesquimalt.ca for any PSP Program.
Active for Life Family Workshop ★
Physical literacy is the cornerstone of both
participation and excellence in physical
activity and sport. Individuals who are
physically literate are more likely to be
active for life. Come to this free workshop
to learn more about physical literacy and
how to incorporate it into you and your
family’s life. This workshop will also teach
you on what to look for in the programs
you register your kids for and inform you
on how PSP is here to assist you in this
process.
Location: CPAC
PSP F15REC411
Wed Sept 30
7-8pm
Free
Adult Hockey Skill Development
These training sessions will cover puck
handling, passing, shooting, positioning, and skating. Continue on with your
hockey development during the season. All
levels welcome. Full gear required.
Location: Wurtele Arena
PSP F15REC412 Fri Sept 25-Dec 11
12/$168
4-5:30pm
Introduction to Hatha Yoga ★
Learn about yoga and/or continue your
yoga practice in a judgment free friendly
environment. Explore the fundamentals
of hatha yoga including breath and body
awareness, basic postures and proper
alignment. Use of props also included.
This course is suitable for all levels and
will support your journey to a regular yoga
practice. We recommend you bring your
own mat (limited number of mats available on site).
Location: CPAC
PSP F15REC412 Thur Sept 17-Oct 22 6:307:45pm
$60 Regular / $65 Ordinary/ $70 Associate
Drop-In: $12 Regular & Ordinary/$15 Associate
Location: CPAC
PSP F15REC413 Thur Nov 5-Dec 10 6:307:45pm
$60 Regular / $65 Ordinary/ $70 Associate
Drop-In: $12 Regular & Ordinary/$15 Associate
Personal Fitness Training
Hula Dance for Health
Personal Training is designed using a “results based” approach to help you achieve
your fitness goals. Our qualified personal
trainers can customize a program to meet
your needs, whether you are a beginner or
seasoned athlete. Please call PSP Recreation
250-363-1009 or visit us at the Naden Kiosk for information about this service or to
register.
This light cardio workout to Hawaiian
music provides health benefits for the
body, brain and soul. Enjoy a different
type of fitness that promotes a social aspect
to good health. Supplies will be provided.
Personal Training Assessment &
Program
Combine a fitness assessment and personal
training to jump start your fitness program.
The 1st appointment will assess your basic
fitness components including a choice of cardiovascular endurance, body composition,
muscular strength, endurance and/or flexibility. Your 2nd appointment will go over an
individually designed fitness program based
on your assessment results and goals.
$100/2 sessions
Personal Training Sessions
Choose from private sessions or book semi
private sessions with a friend and/or family
member. Each session is 1 hour.
Private
$50/1 session
$135/3 sessions
$245/6 sessions
$389/10 sessions
Location: CPAC
PSP-F15REC418 Tue Sep 29-Nov 2 10:30-11am
Cultivating Happiness, Success
in Work and Life Starts Here
Imagine having inspiration and practical know-how to achieve your life goals.
Imagine getting more from your career
and business engagements. Imagine securing good health and having deeply satisfying relationships. Imagine experiencing
pervasive, rich happiness. This captivating
talk unveils the best in positive psychology
research in a practical and inspiring way.
Want to fuel up your personal drive to
succeed? Then get “Happy”. Paul Krismer
is an entertaining and engaging presenter.
Don’t miss this one! Come to the FREE
session and see (or register now and guarantee a space).
Location: CPAC
FREE SESSION
(Please register as space is limited)
PSP-F15REC416
Tues Oct 5 7-8:30pm
Registered Sessions
PSP-F15REC417
Tues Oct 13-Nov 3
Semi-Private
$39/person/1 session
$89/person/3 sessions
$175/person/6 sessions
Wine Tour
Back by popular demand is our Cowichan
Wine Tour in which you sit back and
enjoy (and leave the driving to the host).
The Cowichan Valley region is gaining
recognition for a number of fine wines and
great cheese. Join us for this opportunity
to sample new wines and new foods. The
Van leaves NADEN at 10:30am sharp
for the CPAC pick up at 10:45am. Please
arrange for responsible rides home after the
Van drops you off in the event you plan to
sample them all.
Pick-up Locations: CPAC & NAC
PSP F15REC410 Sat Sept 19
10:30am-5pm
Regular $110/Ordinary $115/Associate $120 plus tax
*Preferred registration for deployed families.
Christina Van Starkenburg
MFRC Volunteer
Music has always been a love of mine. I remember sneaking down the stairs at night so
I could listen to my mother play the piano
when I was growing up.
Because I want my son to have a similar
love for music, I bought my own keyboard
when Oliver was born and I got him one of
those tiny, four key toddler pianos to play
with. So I was super excited when I heard
about 123 Music and Me.
123 Music and Me is a weekly event at
CPAC for children up to five—they’re split
into two groups so the younger children (024 months) don’t have to worry about being
trampled, and the older children (2-5 years)
can run around and burn off some energy.
The group is hosted by Georgina Craig,
who works with the Victoria Conservatory
of Music. Every Monday, Georgina comes to
CPAC with her bag of goodies for the children (and their parents) to play with, and
a vast knowledge of simple, active songs to
sing.
Once everyone is in a circle, the welcome
song is sung and each child is greeted individually. It always amazes me Georgina
can remember all of the children’s names. I
certainly can’t despite the many weeks we’ve
been together.
After the welcome song, Georgina pulls an
assortment of different items from her bag
of tricks. Sometimes it’s drums. Sometimes
it’s rainmakers. Sometimes it’s horse-shaped
shakers. Once it was a bunch of giant puzzle
pieces that played different notes of a horn
when you stepped on them.
Then with our items in hand we sing a variety of different songs forte and piano, or largo and presto. Sometimes we stand up and
“March around the Circle” while someone
plays the drums. Other times, we fly fabric
butterflies around. Then once the time is almost done we “Wind the Bobbin Up” say
“Thank You for the Music” and clear out so
the older kids can have their turn.
123 Music and Me is a great way to introduce children to some of the benefits
of music. Several different studies that the
Royal Conservatory of Music looked at show
how dancing and singing to music can help
young children’s brains develop, learn about
empathy, and focus their attention for spans
of time.
Oliver is a pretty shy child, so he doesn’t often like to participate while we’re there, but
once we’re away from the scrutiny of everyone else he’ll tap his knees and clap along to
“The Days of the Week,” and he’ll giggle in
anticipation of “Zoom! Zoom! Zoom! We’re
going to the moon!” So we will keep going
as long as possible. Who knows, maybe he’ll
warm up soon and start dancing while we’re
there.
If you would like to learn more, or to register, feel free to call CPAC at 250-363-2640.
The group is free, but there are a limited
amount of spaces. The younger children’s
group is Mondays from 9-9:30 am and the
older tots are right after from 9:30 until
10am.
Christina Van Starkenburg is a writer, military wife, mother of one small boy and MFRC
volunteer.
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Centre d’accueil et de
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Financés par le ministère provincial Social Development, les services du centre d’emploi de la Société francophone
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Une équipe de conseillers bilingues
et une agente de développement à
l’emploi sont sur place pour vous assister et vous soutenir tout au long de
votre processus de recherche d’emploi.
Pour information, contactez le 250
388-7350 ou visitez le www.francocentre.com.
Cours de langue seconde
Aimerez-vous apprendre l’anglais? Sentezvous le besoin d’améliorer votre anglais
pour mieux communiquer avec votre
partenaire? Le CRFM offre des cours aux
membres adultes de la famille des FAC.
Les classes, dispensées par un professionnel, intègrent la conversation, la culture, la
grammaire et l’écriture pour faciliter votre
intégration dans votre communauté. Pour
vous inscrire, composez le 250 363-2640
(sans frais : 1 800 353-3329).
Anglais débutant
Lieu : St. Peters Church, Belmont Park
MFRC
Les lundis, mardi et jeudis, du 14 septembre au
10 décembre
De 9 h 00 à 11 h 30
Sans frais
Navigateur Familial
Votre accès centralisé à une vaste gamme
de ressources et d’information liées au style
de vie militaire.
Qu’est-ce que le Navigateur Familial?
Le Navigateur Familial est un outil en
ligne pour aider les familles des Forces canadiennes qui sont en quête de ressources,
déménagent dans une nouvelle communauté ou font face aux défis du mode de
vie militaire.
Ceci peut inclure :
• Réinstallation
• Besoins spéciaux
• Soins pour personnes âgées
• Problèmes de santé
• Santé mentale
• Service de garde d’enfants
• Et plus
Visitez le www.familynavigator.ca pour
plus de détails.
ou consultez notre site web et découvrez
tous les services qui sont offerts en français
: cours d’anglais et de français, répertoire de services bilingues, programme
« Restez en contact » pour les conjoint(e)
s et les familles des militaires déployés qui
habitent à travers le Canada. Vous êtes à
la recherche d’un médecin, d’un coiffeur,
d’une gardienne ou de tout autre service
offert en français dans le Grand Victoria
et la Vallée de la Cowichan? Vous pouvez
nous joindre au 250-363-2640 ou par
notre ligne sans frais au 1-800-353-3329,
ou par courriel au mfrc@shawcable.com.
N’oubliez pas de visiter notre site web au
www.esquimaltmfrc.com!
Programme « Restez en contact »
Restez informés et connectés! Le personnel du CRFM vous appellera, répondra à
vos questions et vous tiendra au courant
des informations importantes. Faites-nous
savoir combien de fois vous aimeriez être
contacté(e) - et nous le ferons. Si vous
êtes déployé(e), enregistrez votre conjoint
/ partenaire, vos parents, frères et sœurs
ou grands-parents. Nous pouvons appeler
n’importe où au Canada. Pour vous abonner, contactez le 250 363-2640 (sans frais :
1 800 353-3329).
Anglais intermédiaire/avancé
Lieu : St. Peters Church, Belmont Park
MFRC
De 13 h 00 à 15 h 30
Sans frais
Les lundis, mardi et jeudis, du 14 septembre au
10 décembre
Service d’accueil et d’orientation
Procurez-vous la trousse d’accueil des nouveaux arrivants. Venez nous rendre visite
Dr. Jas Sidhu
Dr. Lien Neale
Dr. Melinda Mo
(Orthodontics)
Hours:
Mon-Thur 7:30am-7pm
Fri 7:30am - 5pm
Now open Saturday
250-474-2296
Dr. Shane Francis
Dr. Mandy McIntosh
(Certified Periodontist)
Dr. Nancy Schmidt
2945 Jacklin Road (Westshore Mall)
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Family Navigator
Posting In / Posting Out?
FamilyNavigator.ca is a national, bilingual website
that provides consistent information for each base in
Canada. It can help you learn about:
• the schools in your new area
• what the housing market is like
• how to find a family doctor
• what the employment prospects are like for
family members
• the availability of child care
• how to set up services for a family member with
complex needs
FamilyNavigator.ca also has:
• tools to plan and prepare for a move
• information on the eligibility criteria for services
in your new location
• navigation tools to guide you through the mental
health and disability services
• opportunities to ask questions from subject
matter experts
FamilyNavigator.ca
FamilyNavigator.ca connects families with service providers in Greater
Victoria. Use this nationally-recognized website to search for help on
the following topics:
• mental health
• health care
• disability services
• eldercare
• operational injuries
• child care
• supportive education
Navigating your Move
One to One Support
The Family Navigator Coordinator at the Esquimalt
MFRC offers one to one support for Canadian Armed
Forces families with a family member with extra needs.
This person can:
• develop a support plan for persons with complex
needs work together with someone to create a plan
for upcoming deployments
• provide support for people who are caring for an
elderly family member
• help families prepare when they are posting in or
out of Greater Victoria
• help families navigate the education or health care
system and local resources during a relocation or
new diagnosis
• advocate for services for a family
The interactive Navigating Your Move e-tool at www.familynavigator.
ca provides families with tips on moving such as how to cope with
unexpected challenges, finding housing, employment, education,
medical care, child care and adjusting to your new community.
CONSIDER GIVING BACK
to an organization that supports military
members and their families.
Donate to the MFRC.
Charitable Registration Number:
13807 0578 RR0001
Aquatics
Aquatics
At the NAC
How to Register
To register in any of the following
Aquatics programs please contact
the Colwood Pacific Activity
Centre at 250-363-1009 or the
NAC 250-363-5677. Or you can
now register online at
www.pspesquimalt.ca
Pool Hours:
Monday - Friday
11:30am-1pm and 4-9pm
Saturdays
9am-4pm
Sundays
noon-4pm
Applicable to all Aquatics Programs: Prices do not include tax and times are subject
to change. If registration is insufficient,
classes will be combined or cancelled. All
participants will be notified of cancellations
and time changes via phone. Please notify
the NAC Kiosk of any contact number
changes. Early registration is encouraged
to avoid disappointment.
Swimming Lessons
• Red Cross Preschool
• Red Cross Swim Kids
• Adult Group Lessons
• Adapted Swimming Lessons
• Private & Semi-Private Lessons
If you are looking for lessons to introduce
your children to the water; looking to enhance your skills; or just want to try something new, our instructors are ready to help.
Swimming can help you focus on fitness
goals, improve confidence around the water and develop important safety skills. We
offer Red Cross Preschool and Swim Kids
lessons for children, private/semi-private
lessons for children and adults as well as nationally recognized Lifesaving courses. So
try our lessons and get ready to have some
fun in the pool.
Red Cross Swimming Lessons ★
(Preschool Swim Kids)
PSP Naden Pool
Sat Sept 26-Nov 28
*Note: Lessons will not take place on
long weekends. Registration cut off is the
Wednesday before lesson start date.
Free Swimming Lesson
Assessments
Unsure which level to register your child in, or
are they moving from preschool to school age
lessons? Call the Senior lifeguard at 250-3634070 to book your FREE Swim Assessment.
Basic Adult Group Lessons
No swimming experience necessary! Build
your skills to become comfortable in the water by learning proper technique for breathing, kicking and surface support. Learn the
basics of front crawl, back crawl, and breaststroke.
Location: Naden Athletic Centre Pool
PSP F15AQU416 Tues Sept 22-Oct 27 7-7:45 pm
$36 Regular / $41 Ordinary / $46 Associate
Intermediate Adult Group Lessons
You have mastered the basics and want to
continue reaching towards your personal or
professional goals. Our instructors will customize your lessons for your specific needs,
using drills and equipment to improve your
technique. Must be able to swim 100m (4
lengths) continuously.
Adapted Swim Lessons
These lessons are personalized as an
alternative for children with unique physical or educational needs. Our qualified
instructors work with caregivers in the
water to help children learn to swim and
be water-safe. Their will be a ratio of no
more then 1 instructor to 5 children (and
their caregivers). Caregivers/parents will be
contacted before lessons begin to see if this
class is suitable for their age and ability.
Should you have any questions regarding
this program please contact the Recreation
Coordinator at 250-363-2989. Register
early to avoid class cancellation.
PSP F15AQU313 Sat Sept 26-Nov 28
$47.50 Regular / $52.50 Ordinary / $57.50 Associate
Private Lessons
SS15AQU409
Naden Pool offers Private Swimming
Lessons all year long!
We have experienced instructors that can
teach you the very basics to become comfortable in the water. If you are an experienced
swimmer we can help improve your efficiency and endurance with advanced stroke
correction.
After completing ‘Private Lesson Form’ at
the Naden Kiosk, you will be contacted via
phone or e-mail by the Recreation Coordinator to set up your lessons.
PSP F15AQU4167 Tues Nov 3-Dec 1
7-7:45 pm
PRIVATE & SEMI-PRIVATE LESSONS
OPTION
PRIVATE LESSONS
SEMI-PRIVATE LESSONS
Cost is per person
A) 1 x 30 minutes
Regular: $20
Ordinary: $25
Associate: $30
Regular: $15
Ordinary: $20
Associate: $25
B) 5 x 30 minutes
Regular: $80
Ordinary: $90
Associate: $100
Regular: $60
Ordinary: $70
Associate: $80
C) 10 x 30 minutes
Regular: $150
Ordinary: $160
Associate: $170
Regular: $100
Ordinary: $110
Associate: $120
Cancellation Policy: All private lessons must be cancelled by 6pm the night before your lesson. Please
call the Recreation Coordinator at 250-363-2989 to cancel your lesson. Only lessons cancelled within
this time frame and through the Recreation Coordinator will be given a make-up lesson.
Aquatics
Noon Hour Aquafit
Get moving with a 45 minute, moderate
level aquatic workout. Noodles, foam dumbbells and other equipment may be used to
improve strength, flexibility and stamina.
Tue and Thur
12:05-12:50pm
FREE Theme Swims
A lifeguard will be leading games and fun in
the pool. Come out and enjoy some leisure
time in the pool. All ages welcome to participate! Did we mention these fun swims
are FREE! See page 9 for Santa swim.
Spooky Halloween Swim
“Monster Mash” will be cranked as we embrace Halloween and all its fun! Come enjoy
some tunes with us! Although we understand
costumes in the pool will be difficult we’ll
still have the pool area decorated and you
can always dance around in the pool!
Location: Naden Pool
PSP
Sun Oct 25
Noon-1:30pm
Free
*NEW SASY for Youth
(Supplied Air Snorkelling for Youth)
(5 – 8 yrs)
Can’t wait to turn 8 to try SCUBA diving?
No problem! Aquarius Dive Club offers
children as young as 5 their 1st breath on
SCUBA with the Supplied Air Snorkelling
for Youth (SASY) Program. In the SASY
program, children 5-8 wear a Buoyancy
Compensator Device (BCD) and SCUBA
equipment, but they stay on the surface, and
experience breathing from a regulator while
floating. The BCD is like a life preserver,
and it holds a real scuba tank with a functioning regulator and air gauge. However,
the BCD is not weighted, so the child remains positively buoyant at the surface of
the pool. All instructors are PADI certified
dive instructors. Register early to avoid
class cancellation.
For specific details on the program call
• Shawn Falconer: 250-661-7327 / shawn.falconer
@forces.gc.ca
• Mario Robillard (en français): 778-433-6866
To register call PSP Recreation at 250 363 1009 or
go online.
PSP
Every second Sunday depending on the number
of participants – advance registration is required.
*Starts October
Cost includes all required equipment and lessons:
coner@forces.gc.ca
• Mario Robillard (en français): 778-433-6866
To register, call PSP Recreation at 250 363 1009
or go online.
Location: PSP Naden Pool
Every Second Sunday depending on the number
of participants – advance registration is required
* Starts October
Cost includes all required equipment and lessons
PSP F15AQU320
Youth DIVE In
(10-14 yrs)
Join us at the pool for an evening of zany
pool games, movie and popcorn. Bring a
floatation device to float on and then sit
on (after the pool time) while you laugh
with your friends while watching a movie.
PSP F15AQU315
Fri Dec 18
Regular $5/ Ordinary $7/Associate $2
* includes pizza, popcorn and movie
6-9pm
PADI Bubblemaker
(8 yrs +)
Does your child want to see what it’s like
to breath underwater? Or perhaps you’re
considering a family vacation, and you’d
like to bring your children diving with you!
The PSP Aquarius Dive club is offering
this program. The Instructor is a qualified dive instructor with PADI. Register
early to avoid class cancellation. The PADI
Bubblemaker experience is a great way to
introduce children to SCUBA diving in a
pool in less than six feet of water.
For specific details on the program call
• Shawn Falconer: 250-661-7327 / shawn.fal-
Beehive Dry
Cleaners
9AM
OUT BY 4 PM
IN BY
SAME DAY CLEANING
111-2244 Sooke RD
HATLEY PARK SHOPPING CENTRE
Tel:
250-474 -1122
Intro to Syncro (6-14 yrs)
Ever wondered what Synchro Swimming might be like? Come to this
Intro Syncro session and discover how
syncro provides fun and fitness in
an encouraging setting. This session
provided by experienced and passionate syncho swimmers and coaches.
The Naden Pool is attached to the
Naden Athletic Centre on the CFB
Esquimalt base (for the best directions
google Naden Athletic Centre). Please
have a driver’s license (and/or a photo
ID) available for the attendants at the
check in gate when you arrive.
PSP F15AQU314
Sat Oct 3
1:30-3:00pm
Free
Aquatics
POOL SCHEDULE August to December 2015
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
CLOSED
CLOSED
Lengths
& Lessons
Private
Bookings
9-11:45am
9-noon
Lengths
& Open Swim
Lengths
& Open Swim
noon-4pm
noon-4pm
Private
Lessons
Available
Private
Lessons
Available
MARPAC
Masters*
MARPAC
Masters*
MARPAC
Masters*
6-7:30am
6-7:30am
6-7:30am
Military Training 7:30 - 11:30 am
Scheduled training only. Hot tub, steam room and leisure pool are closed.
Noon Swim
Noon Swim
Noon Swim
Noon Swim
Noon Swim
11:30-1pm
11:30-1pm
11:30-1pm
11:30-1pm
11:30-1pm
Aquafit
Aquafit
12:05-12:50
12:05-12:50
Military Training 1-4pm
Scheduled training only. Hot tub, steam room and leisure pool are closed.
Lengths and
Open Swim
Lengths and
Open Swim
Lengths and
Open Swim
Lengths and
Open Swim
Lengths and
Open Swim
4-9pm
4-9pm
4-9pm
4-9pm
4-9pm
Closed
GVAS
Booking
2 lanes
GVAS
Booking
2 lanes
Triathlon
Club Booking
4 lanes
GVAS
Booking
2 lanes
5:30-7pm
5:30-7pm
6-7pm
5:30-7pm
Kayak Club**
Advanced
Adult Group
Lessons
Basic Adult
Group Lessons
7-7:45pm
Intermediate
Adult Group
Lessons
7-7:45pm
full pool
7-9pm
7-7:45pm
We’re here to Help!
To rent pool space, please call the
Facilities Coordinator at 250-3634213. For all other aquatic inquiries, please do not hesitate to call
the Recreation Coordinator at 250363-2989.
Swim Descriptions below. Note: during swimming lessons space may be limited in the main pool.
Lengths Swim
Lap swimming only in main pool. Hot tub, leisure pool and steam
room are open.
Noon Swim
Lap swimming only in main pool. Hot tub, leisure pool and steam
room are open. Please note: during aquafit, lap swimming is limited to two lanes.
Open Swim
Enjoy relaxing in the hot tub, tot or main pools. All the toys are
available for use - please ask lifeguard on duty. Two lanes reserved
for lap swimming.
Military Training
All morning and afternoon Military Training times are booked
through the Fitness Coordinator (250-363-4495). Units wanting
to reserve the pool for Unit PT or other purposes must book in
advance. During this time the main pool, leisure pool, and steam
room are available for our military members.
• Basic Adult Group Swim Lessons:
Registration required. See page 33 for details
• Intermediate Adult Group Swim Lessons:
Registration required. See page 33 for details
*MARPAC Masters
Contact John McManus:john.mcmanus@forces.gc.ca or 250-6556460 or for more information visit: www.navymasters.com. Hot tub,
leisure pool and steam room are open during these time periods.
**Kayak Club
Contact the Chief Instructor, Ron McClintock at 363-7049 for information. Leisure pool, hot tub and steam room are open. Kayak club
does not always use the pool on Wednesday evenings. Call the Kiosk
to confirm this booking (250-363-5677). Alternatively, if the club is
not using the pool, it will be open for lane swimming.
Note: During swimming lessons space may be limited in the
main pool.
Applicable to all Aquatics Programs: Prices do not include tax and times are subject to change. If registration is insufficient, classes will be combined or cancelled. All participants will be notified of cancellations and time changes via phone. Please notify the NAC Kiosk of any contact number
changes. Early registration is encouraged to avoid disappointment.
Aquatics
RED CROSS SWIM LESSONS
Fall Saturdays Sept 25-Dec 15, 2015
Preschool & Swim Kids Levels 1-5: 30 minute lessons
9:30-10 am
9:30-10 am
9:30-10 am
9:30-10 am
10-10:30 am
10:30-11 am
Regular
$47.50 (10 classes)
Ordinary
Associate
$52.50 (10 classes) $57.50 (10 classes)
Starfish (F15AQU101) - 4 to 12 months and participating with a parent or caregiver
Babies and caregivers experience buoyancy, movement, proper support, safe shallow water entries and exits and enjoyment of the water.
Duck (F15AQU102) - 12 to 24 months and participating with a parent or caregiver
Babies and caregivers are introduced to moving in the water, front and back floats and rhythmic breathing while playing
games and singing songs.
Sea Turtle (F15AQU103) - 24 to 36 months (parents not required)
Toddlers and their caregivers learn about submersion, front / back floats and glides, kicking and swimming on their
fronts and jumping with assistance into chest-deep water.
Sea Otter (F15AQU104) - ages 3-6
Preschoolers learn front and back floats and glides with assistance. They will kick on their front with a buoyant object. A
one meter swim is the distance goal.
Salamander (F15AQU105) - ages 3-6
Preschoolers improve their floats and glides through games and songs. Kicking is added to the glides. The fun includes
learning when it’s safe to jump into chest-deep water.
Sun Fish (F15AQU106) - ages 3-6
At this level preschoolers learn to jump into deep water and float and support themselves. They build on their front and
back glides to perform rollover glides.
Crocodile (F15AQU107) - ages 3-6
10:30-11 am
10:30-11 am
10-10:30 am
10-10:30 am
10:30-11 am
10:30-11 am
10:30-11 am
Your preschooler will learn how to swim unassisted and is comfortable in deep water. They will work on increasing their
distance up to 10 metres as well as introducing front crawl.
Whale (F15AQU108) - ages 3-6
These preschoolers, who are very comfortable with the water, will be challenged to increase distance on front and back
swim and learn the sitting dive! Endurance swim is 15 metres.
Swim Kids Level 1 (F15AQU213) - ages 5+
This level provides an orientation to the water and the pool area. Activities are based in shallow water. Children will be
introduced to floats, glides and kick.
Swim Kids Level 2 (F15AQU214)- ages 5+
This level helps the child build skills in front and back swims. Children are introduced to deep water activities and
proper use of a Personal Flotation Device (PFD). Endurance is built on flutter kicking with assisted glides.
Flutter kick is built upon to increase endurance while front swim is improved upon, recovering the arms above water
and swimming 15 metres continuously.
Front craw is further developed, back glides have shoulder rolls and breathing comfortably to the side is worked on to
help the child swim 25 metres. A better understanding of self-safety is developed.
Back crawl, sculling, and whip kick on the back are introduced. Your child will learn stride dives and receive an introduction to safe boating skills. Endurance is increased to a 50 metre continuous swim.
*Times are subject to change and a confirmation email will be sent out by teh Wednesday prior to the
session starting.
Aquatics
RED CROSS SWIM LESSONS CONTINUED
Fall Saturdays Sept 25-Dec 15, 2015
Levels 6-10 are 45 minute lessons
11-11:45 am
Regular
$60 (10 classes)
Ordinary
$65 (10 classes)
Associate
$70 (10 classes)
Swim Kids Level 6 (F15AQU318)
Front crawl and back crawl are refined, as the elementary backstroke is introduced. Swimmers learn about basic lifesaving rescues with throwing assists and treading water. Endurance is built through a 75 metre swim.
11-11:45 am
11-11:45 am
11-11:45 am
Endurance and technique for front crawl, back crawl, and elementary backstroke are further developed. Whip kick
on the front is introduced. Airway obstructions and breathing problems are taught. The swimmers’ endurance will
be challenged with a 150 metre swim.
Breaststroke and foot first surface dives are introduced along with the dangers of open water. The endurance
swim is 300 metres.
In this level swimmers are encouraged to try a combination of strokes and kicks for fitness to complete the 400
metres endurance swim. Strokes are refined and participants learn side-stroke and head-first shallow dives.
11-11:45 am
Strokes are further refined, butterfly is improved upon, scissor kick and side stroke are introduced as a warm up/
cool down for fitness. An endurance swim of 500 metres will help prepare them for advanced lifesaving courses
such as Bronze Medallion.
Friendly Reminders
• Please ensure your child showers
before entering the pool.
• Please make sure children do not
eat a large meal prior to swimming. Small snacks are best.
• Please make sure your swimmer
goes to the bathroom before
entering the pool — we do not
want to have to close the pool
due to accidents.
• Children who are not toilet
trained must wear a bathing suit
and plastic swimming pants or
swim diapers in the pool.
• If you have any questions or concerns about your child’s swimming lessons, please speak to the
Instructor before or after class.
• If your child is sick, please do
not bring him/her swimming.
Sports
Formation Sports
The Formation Sports Department at
CFB Esquimalt organizes sports teams,
leagues, and tournaments from the Formation/Base level as well as regional, natioanl
and international levels of competition.
The programs offered are:
• Intersection Sports
• Formation Cock of the Walk
• Formation Teams (Pacific Regional and
CAF National Championships)
• CISM (International Sports)
YEARLY SPORTS OVERVIEW
Cock of the Walk
Formation
Pacific Regional
CF Nationals
Badminton
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Ball Hockey
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Basketball
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Curling
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Golf
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Intersection Sports
Ice Hockey
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A variety of sports are included as options
in the intersection league. Beach Volleyball and Slo-pitch are run through our
PSP Recreation Department, and usually
occur between May and August while Ice
Hockey runs from September to April.
These leagues are made up of various formation units or sections. Those eligible to
participate are military members (Regular
Force, Class B or C Reservists), DND
civilian employees, full and part-time NPF
employees of CFB Esquimalt and integral/
lodger units. Military personnel undergoing or awaiting training must be posted
to CFB Esquimalt and have authorization
from the unit CO to be eligible to participate in a league.
Running
Formation Teams
(Esquimalt Tritons)
Esquimalt Formation Sports teams are a
combination of Base and Fleet athletes. The
Tritons represent the Esquimalt Formation
at the Pacific Regional Championships, and
if successful represent the Pacific Region
at the National Championships. Military
personnel (Regular Force and Class B or C
Reservists) are eligible to play on Formation
Teams. Full time DND or NPF civilian
personnel may coach, manage, or officiate a
sport with appropriate documentation. For
more information, contact the Formation
Sports Office at 250-363-4068/4069.
CISM (Conseil International du
Sport Militaire/International
Military Sports Council)
CISM is an international sports association
composed of, and open to, the armed forces
of participating nations. The fundamental
Sport
Sailing
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NAVY RUN
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Slo Pitch
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Soccer
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Squash
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Swimming
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Taekwondo
Triathlon
Volleyball
aim of CISM is to promote sport activity and physical education between armed
forces across the globe as a means to
foster world peace. This ideal is encapsulated in the CISM motto “FRIENDSHIP
THROUGH SPORT.” For more information about CISM events, check out the official CISM website at www.cism-milsport.
org or contact the Sports Office at 250363-4068/4069.
Formation Cock of the Walk
The Formation Cock of the Walk program
is a new and enhanced program that now
includes both fleet and base units. The base
units and fleet units will compete in a variety of sports listed below to obtain points
throughout the year. Each group will play
in their respective divisions, to determine
the base and fleet champions; and later
in a cross-over competition will occur to
determine the overall Formation Champions. More information will be forthcoming
to each of the Unit Sports Reps. To register
yourself as a Unit Sports Rep, please contact
the Sports Office at 250-363-4068/4069.
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Badminton/Squash
The Formation Badminton and Squash
teams offer drop-in sessions at noon hour
at the Naden Athletic Centre to prepare for
the Base Play-Downs, which are conducted
February-March for selection to represent
CFB Esquimalt at the Regional Championships. Qualifying individuals in each
category will win a berth to participate at
the National Championships, played in late
April-May.
Contact
PO2 William Crocker
Ball Hockey
The Tritons Ball Hockey Team is always
looking for interested players to join the
team. The team begins participation in
a civilian ball hockey league in late April
to prepare for the Regional Ball Hockey
Championships in June. Keep an eye on
the MARPAC Notice Board and posters
around the gym for practice times and
dates in mid-March.
Contact
LS John Helpard
Sports
Running
Military runners are required to provide qualifying race times from sanctioned races (5km, 10km, half and/or full marathon)
in order to qualify for the CAF Running Nationals. Runners must meet their respective qualifying times within one year of the
Canadian Forces National Running Championship, held in Ottawa in May. For more information, contact the Sports Office
250-363-4068/4069.
Distances
Marathon
Half Marathon
10 Kilometre
5 Kilometre
Age Catergories
Male
Female
Male
Female
Male
Female
Male
Female
Under 19
3:15:00
3:30:00
1:25:00
1:35:00
36:00
42:00
17:30
21:00
20-24
3:15:00
3:30:00
1:25:00
1:35:00
36:30
43:00
18:00
22:00
25-29
3:15:00
3:30:00
1:30:00
1:40:00
37:00
43:30
18:00
23:00
30-34
3:15:00
3:30:00
1:30:00
1:40:00
38:00
44:30
18:30
23:30
35-39
3:30:00
3:45:00
1:35:00
1:45:00
39:00
48:00
20:00
25:00
40-44
3:30:00
3:45:00
1:40:00
1:50:00
41:00
50:00
21:30
25:00
45-49
3:45:00
4:00:00
1:42:00
1:52:00
43:00
52:30
23:00
28:00
50-54
3:45:00
4:00:00
1:45:00
1:55:00
45:00
56:00
25:00
31:00
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Sports
Basketball
The Men’s Tritons Basketball team will
begin practicing in December at the Naden
Athletic Centre to prepare for the Pacific
Regional Championships in late February.
In the past, we have not have enough interest to organize a Women’s team; however,
female athletes are welcome and encouraged
to come out to practice and potentially
compete as teammates alongside the men.
Contact
MS Ryan Pollard
PACIFIC REGION AND CF NATIONAL SPORTS
CHAMPIONSHIP SCHEDULE 2015/2016
SPORT
REGIONAL
LOCATION
NATIONAL
LOCATION
Basketball
Feb 2016
Comox
Apr 9-15, 2016
Borden
OT Hockey
Jan 2016
Esquimalt
Mar 5-11, 2016
Borden
Men’s Hockey
Jan 2016
Esquimalt
Feb 20-26, 2016
Borden
Jan/Feb 2016
Esquimalt
Mar 19-25, 2016
Borden
Volleyball M/W
Mar 2016
Comox
Apr 23-27, 2016
Borden
The Pacific Regional Golf Championships
is a two-step process. Base Play-Downs are
conducted 2-3 weeks prior to the Regional
Golf Championships over 2 days at a local
course. The Golf Team will be comprised
of the top 5 scoring males and top 2 scoring females; these athletes will represent
CFB Esquimalt at the CAF Regional
Championships, May-June.
Contacts
Lt(N) Nathaniel Moulson and Capt David
Mansi
Badminton/
Squash
Mar 2016
Comox
Apr 30-May6,
2016
Borden
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N/A
May 2016
Ottawa
June 2016
Esquimalt
Aug 6-12, 2016
Borden
N/A
N/A
TBD
TBD
Slo-pitch M/W
June 2016
Comox
Sep 10-14, 2016
Borden
Soccer M/W
Aug 2016
Comox
Sep 17-23, 2016
Borden
Golf
June 2016
Comox
Aug 20-25, 2016
Borden
Ice Hockey
CFB Esq Sports
Awards
Nov. 20, 2015
Esquimalt
N/A
N/A
Taekwondo
N/A
N/A
TBA
TBD
Swimming
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
Women’s
Hockey
Golf
The Esquimalt Tritons Men’s, Women’s,
and Old-timer’s teams will begin practicing in November in preparation for the
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Running
Ball Hockey
Triathlon
*Please note Regional Dates and Locations are subject to
change*
For information regarding any sporting events, please
contact:
• PSP Sports Coordinator: 250-363-4068
• PSP Sports Cell Line1: 250-363-4069
• PSP Sports Cell Line2: 250-363-4540
Visit our website:
www.pspesquimalt.ca – Fitness & Sports > Military Sports
Check the MARPAC Notice Board and the Sports Bulletin
Board at the NAC regularly for current and upcoming sports
information.
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Sports
Taekwondo
Pacific Regional Championships held
in January-February. The winner of the
Regional Championship will represent the
Pacific Region at the National Championships in February/March.
Contacts
Women: Capt Ingrid Walker
Men: Civ Takato Tanaka
Old Timers: PO1 Cam Armstrong
All interested Taekwondo athletes must
submit a resume to the Formation Sports
Office in order to be deemed qualified to
participate at the CAF National Taekwondo
Championships.
Triathlon
Triathletes are required to provide qualifying race times from sanctioned races
(Sprint, Olympic, Half -70.3, and Full)
in order to qualify for the CAF Triathlon
Nationals. Triathletes must meet their
respective qualifying times within one year
of the CAF National Triathlon Championship, held in Gatineau/Ottawa in July.
*CISM Triathlon events are ongoing
throughout the year. Interested athletes
should submit their résumé to the Sports
Office for consideration.
Slo-Pitch - Men’s and
Women’s
The Men’s and Women’s Slo-Pitch teams
participate in civilian league play and practice April through August in preparation for
the Regional and National Championships
in June-September. Both teams are always
looking for interested players, so please
contact the respective coaches.
Contacts
Men: PO2 David Webb
Women: Civ Switch Rousseau
Soccer - Men’s and Women’s
The Tritons Soccer Teams participate in
civilian league play and practice beginning in February. The teams compete at
the Regional Championships in June/July
and the winners will represent the Pacific
Region at the National Championship early
September. The Men’s and Women’s teams
are always looking for interested players, so
please contact the respective coaches.
Contacts (Men): Lt(N) Tony Carter &
Lt(N) Demitris Mousouliotis, (Women):
Sgt Caleb Klimas
**CISM Soccer training camps and events
are ongoing throughout the year. Interested
athletes should submit their résumé to the
Sports Office for consideration.
Volleyball
Swimming
Tritons Swimmers practice Monday,
Wednesday and Friday mornings from
6-7:30am at the Naden Athletic Centre
Pool. The team participates in the Masters’
Swim Program, in both local and regional
meets. Formation swimmers may submit
a resume including qualifying times in
sanctioned swim meets in order to represent the Pacific Region at CAF Swimming
Nationals in March-April.
For more information, contact coach@
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*CISM Swimming events are ongoing
throughout the year. Interested athletes
should submit their résumé to the Sports
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The Tritons Men’s and Women’s Volleyball teams begin civilian league play and
practice beginning September in preparation for the CAF Regional and National
Volleyball Championships.
*CISM Volleyball training camps and
events are ongoing throughout the year.
Interested athletes should submit their
résumé to the Sports Office for consideration.
Contacts
Men: LS James Poirier,
Women: Lt(N) Krista Seguin
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Fitness
NADEN ATHLETIC CENTRE (N88) FITNESS SCHEDULE
Time
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
7-7:45 am
FORCE PT
FORCE PT
FORCE PT
FORCE PT
Practice FORCE
Familiarization
7:30-8:30 am
Formation Unit PT
(open to all in the
formation)
8-9:30 am
FORCE Evaluation
FORCE Evaluation
FORCE Evaluation
1:15-4 pm
FORCE Evaluation
FORCE Evaluation
Fleet School Fitness
Class 10:30-11:30 am
9:30 - 11:30
am
12:05-12:50 pm
Formation Unit PT
(open to all in the
formation)
Class 10:30-11:30 am
NOTC PT 10:40 am
Bootcamp
Spin
Kettlebell Conditioning
Spin
Flex Fusion
Aqua-Fit
Flex Fusion
Aqua-Fit
Class 2:15-4 pm
Class 2:45-3:45 pm
Class 2:15-4 pm
* Registration required for FORCE Evaluation
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
Aqua-Fit: Get moving with a 45 minute,
moderate level aquatic workout to improve
strength, flexibility, and stamina. Work on
core stability while getting an excellent cardio and strength workout.
Bootcamp: A combination of cardiovascular, core, and muscular strength /endurance
work are mixed for a high intensity class.
These classes change each week with emphasis on different components of fitness.
All levels welcome. Come prepared to work
indoors or outdoors.
Flexibility: Come and explore varied
stretching techniques, focusing on increasing full body strength and flexibility. A
great complement to any fitness training
routine.
FORCE PT: Are you looking to increase
your fitness levels or prepare for an upcoming FORCE Evaluation? FORCE PT will
prepare you through a variety of training
techniques focusing on cardiovascular, core
and muscular strength/endurance. Emphasis will be place on functional movements.
ALL FITNESS LEVELS are welcome.
Kettlebell Conditioning: High intensity
strength, flexibility and core stability training. Get it all with the traditional Russian
cast iron weight looking somewhat like a
cannonball with a handle.
Practice FORCE Familiarization: This
drop-in test will run you through an unofficial FORCE test where you are able to track
your progress by having each test component evaluated by a PSP Fitness Staff. All
participants welcome.
Spin: Cycle your way to better health with
motivating instruction and music. You
control the intensity of the class through
tension adjustments. Please bring a small
towel and a water bottle.
Formation Unit PT: This class is designed
as a drop in class for all interested members
and units in the Formation.
Check out the current schedule posted
under Unit PT on the PSP website.
OFFICIAL FORCE
Evaluation Registration required.
Book through your Unit FORCE
Coordinator.
Fitness
FLEET FITNESS AND WELLNESS CENTRE (D22) FITNESS SCHEDULE
Time
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
7-7:45 am
FORCE PT
FORCE PT
FORCE PT
FORCE PT
FORCE PT
8-9 am
Fleet Fitness Hour
(booked)
Fleet Fitness Hour
(booked)
Fleet Fitness Hour
(booked)
Fleet Fitness Hour
(booked)
Fleet Fitness Hour
(booked)
10-11 am
Fleet Fitness Hour
(booked)
Fleet Fitness Hour
(booked)
Fleet Fitness Hour
(booked)
11-11:45 am
Battle-Fit
Flexibility Fusion
Battle-Fit
Flexibility Fusion
Battle-Fit
12:05-12:45 pm
Bootcamp
Spin
Kettlebell
Conditioning
Spin
Bootcamp
1-2 pm
2-3 pm
Naval Boarding Party
PT
Class
Fleet Fitness Hour
(booked)
Class
* Fleet Fitness Hour/Fleet School for units and ships. Must be pre-booked with Fitness and Sports Coordinator. Please call 250-363-4495.
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
Battle-Fit: It’s back to basics with full body
functional movements, body weight exercises and hard work! Come prepared to be
pushed in a high intensity & demanding
workout!
Bootcamp: A combination of cardiovascular, muscular strength and core work mixed
for a high intensity class. The classes change
every day of the week with emphasis on different components of fitness. All levels welcome. Come prepared to work indoors or
outdoors.
FORCE PT: Are you looking to increase
your fitness levels or prepare for an upcoming FORCE test? FORCE PT will
prepare you through a variety of training
techniques focusing on cardiovascular, core
and muscular strength/endurance. Emphasis will be place on functional movements.
ALL FITNESS LEVELS are welcome.
Fleet Fitness Hour: This is your units
chance to get fit and have fun while building morale. Choose from a variety of class
structures from group runs, bootcamp,
to flexibility, we have it all! Please call to
book your spot with the Fitness Coordinator today at 250-363-4495. Two units are
Golf
welcome to come together, but there is a
maximum of 25 members per class.
Flexibility Fusion: Come and explore varied stretching techniques, focusing on increasing full body strength and flexibility.
A great complement to any fitness training
routine. This class is taught by experienced
PSP staff members.
Kettlebell Conditioning: Strength, flexibility and core stability combine in a functional exercise routine designed to help
mimic the way you move in real life. Get
it all with a traditional Russian cast iron
weight looking like a cannonball with a
handle.
Spin: Cycle your way to better health with
motivating instruction and music. You
control the intensity of the class through
tension adjustments. Please bring a small
towel, a water bottle and a ready-to-go attitude.
Workout of the day (WOD): Can’t attend
classes? Check out the board for creative
and challenging self-directed workouts.
New workouts posted daily!
Stay in the Golf Grove this Fall at Olympic View Golf Course as we continue to
work together to keep you out there
chasing those birdies! Continue to play
and learn with PGA Canada Professionals. Each session will focus on the various golf skills you have been working
on or wanting to learn. OV will show
you there are many ways combine fun,
friends and active living through this
great game.
Location: Olympic View Golf Course
Women’s Classes
with Director of Instruction, Jeff Palmer
Wed
6-7pm Sep 9-Oct 7
Men’s Classes
with Director of Instruction, Jeff Palmer
Thurs
6-7pm Sep 11-Oct 8
Golf - Adult Mixed Players Clinics
Sat
1-2pm
Sep 12-Oct 10
5 Sessions
$108.50 Regular/ $111.50 Ordinary / $119
Associate
To register for this program, call PSP Recreation at 250-363-1009. Or you can now
register online for any PSP Program:
www.pspesquimalt.ca.
BMX building a passion to ride
Victoria
by Wynne Campbell
“Brutal, Mad, Xciting!” blared one newspaper headline after the 2012 summer Olympic
men’s quarter-finals in BMX racing resulted in
10 crashes involving 21 riders.
But that’s not how members of the Greater
Victoria BMX Association would describe their
local version of the sport. Speaking with some
of the civilian and military members of the
club, the words you hear are inclusive, friendly,
family-oriented and fun.
Yes, there are similarities between local racing
and the extreme event.
While elite tracks ramp-up the level of difficulty, all tracks share the same basic features.
They’re about 1,000 feet long with an elevated start gate, banked switchback turns, and
straights that present a variety of obstacles –
hills, really – for riders to pedal over, “manual”
on one wheel, or jump.
Each track also has a “rhythm section,” a
closely spaced series of small hills, or “rollers,”
designed to develop pumping skills. It’s a compact course that demands riders use a whole
repertoire of cycling techniques, all in the 30 to
40 seconds it takes to race one lap.
“It’s just a great place for kids to learn, to be
confident riders on their bikes, which translates
to commuting on the road or to any other cycling discipline. And they can learn these skills
in a controlled environment,” says Cam Smith,
President of Greater Victoria BMX and storesman within the Environmental Materials Section of Base Logistics at CFB Esquimalt. “Even
friends of mine who race bikes and know bikes
can’t believe how proficient our kids are at
riding.”
It’s no surprise, he adds, that Sir Chris Hoy,
one of Britain’s most decorated track cyclists
started in BMX racing, as did mountain-biking champion Anne-Caroline Chausson, who
returned to BMX for the sport’s debut in the
2008 Olympics, winning gold for France.
Greater Victoria BMX has produced its own
share of top riders, including Brandon Reid,
a member of Canada’s 2015 National BMX
Team. Or the Church family, which is on its
second generation of champions: mom Kathleen rode for Team Canada at the World Championships in Whistler, B.C., in 1985, and now
her 10-year-old daughter, Janel, ranks number
one in her Canadian National Age Group.
Passing the torch to the young isn’t what
makes Victoria BMX racing unique; however,
what’s surprising is how often the passion to
ride transfers the other way.
As Ian Parkinson, a civilian shipwright/joiner
at CFB Esquimalt, explains it, “My son, Gavin,
is a seven-year-old intermediate, and I’m a
37-year-old novice. Just by watching him, I got
hooked.”
Riding on practice nights was a slippery slope;
once Parkinson was ID’ d as a new recruit, it
wasn’t long before other riders in his age group
had persuaded him to race.
SLt Gillian Herlinger tells a similar story. Her
son Ian was five when he started riding at the
track.
“I came out a couple of nights and watched
him and thought, ‘This looks like a lot of fun.
I’m going to try it out!’”
That was four years ago, and SLt Herlinger,
a MARS officer, is still willing to endure the
Colwood crawl to ride BMX two or three times
a week during the summer.
Even for parents who don’t ride, there’s
a sense of community that keeps them at
the track. Matthew Taylor, a naval com-
municator, doesn’t ride often now that
Theron, his 14-year-old son, trains with a team,
but he still makes it out to most practices.
“This is something we do twice a week. I
see all the same parents, all the same kids, so
I think what happens is you start to form those
bonds. And you’re always engaged with something. Whether you’re helping out on the track,
or at the concession stand or helping fix a bike,
you’re always involved,” he says.
That element has been especially important
for SLt Herlinger since her son has Bardet–
Biedl syndrome, a rare disorder that affects
gross motor skills. For a time, he was also afflicted with Legg-Perthes disease, which caused
him significant hip pain. The result was that
Ian rode a strider bike until he was almost seven years old, pushing up the hills with his one
good leg.
“By the beginning of the season when he was
seven, his hip was getting better, and he had to
re-learn how to ride his bike. Some of the kids
at BMX worked with him and re-taught him
how to ride. He’s nine now and still challenged
by riding a bike, but it’s been such an inclusive,
helpful environment.”
So, “brutal” and “mad”? Not if you ask these
families.
“I’ve got to say that the thing I like best about
BMX is the actual ‘doing’ of it. It’s like riding a
roller coaster under your own power,” says SLt
Herlinger. “I mean, all the camaraderie, all the
family, all the inclusiveness is great, but it’s just
downright fun.”
Health Promotion
Strengthening the Forces offers Health Promotion Programs to assist Canadian Armed
Forces members, their spouses, and civilian
employees in taking control of their health
and well-being. Maintaining a high level
of health improves ones ability to perform
effectively and safely on CAF operations,
and contributes to a higher quality of life for
everyone.
All Health Promotion Programs are free of
charge and open to CAF members (regular
and reserve), their spouses, civilian employees
(Public and Non-Public) and retired military.
For more information on these courses or
for spousal registration, contact the Health
Promotion Office at 250-363-5621.
How to Register
To register for Health Promotion
Programs that are marked * you must
register through your Unit Training
Coordinator. To register for all other
programs, or if you are a military
spouse, retired military and not a
DND employee, please contact 250363-5621 directly.
*Creating an Addictions Free
Workplace: Supervisor’s Training
(Mite 117733)
This program is designed specifically for the
Canadian Armed Forces and for personnel
in leadership positions (MS and above).
The course is designed to assist leaders
to promote an addiction free culture in
their workplace. Participants learn about
substance misuse, warning signs, effective
interviewing skills, active listening skills,
enabling, and how to challenge and change
unhealthy workplace cultures.
(Course includes three half-day sessions)
PSP
PSP
Wed Sept 16-30
Wed Nov 4, 18, 25
8:30am-noon
8:30am-noon
*INTER-COMM: Dealing with
Conflict and Improving
Communication in
Personal Relationships
Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) personnel
and their family members who are interested in learning how to deal with conflict and
improve communication in their personal
relationships will be able to participate in a
new course called INTER-COMM. Director General Alternative Dispute Resolution
(DGADR), Military Family Services (MFS)
and Health Promotion (HP) program,
Strengthening the Forces (STF), have partnered in the development of this course to
give individuals in the CAF community the
opportunity to increase their ability to communicate more effectively. (Course includes
all three sessions)
PSP
Mon Nov 2-23
8:30am-noon
*Managing Angry Moments
(MAM)
MAM teaches participants how to use anger
constructively. It is a course intended for everyone as we all feel anger at various times.
Participants gain a better understanding of
their relationship with anger. This course is
not anger management counselling and is
not appropriate for individuals with severe
anger management problems.
PSP Thur Nov 5-26
8:30am-noon
*Course includes four half-day sessions
*Mental Fitness & Suicide
Awareness for Supervisors
(Mite 119531)
This one day course has been designed
specifically for the Canadian Armed Forces.
The purpose of the program is to promote
mental fitness and to mitigate the incidence
of mental health injuries, and to increase
awareness of those of those at risk of deliberate self-harm and suicide.
PSP
PSP
Tues Oct 6
Tues Dec 15
8:30am-4pm
8:30am-4pm
*Stress Take Charge (STC)
Stress is the #1 workplace disability issue
today and appears to be a growing problem.
Stress Take Charge is a course for people
who want to gain a better understanding of
their stress reaction, how to increase their
resiliency in stressful situations, and how
to learn proven coping skills for managing
their stress response more effectively.
PSP
PSP
Tues Oct 13 - Nov 3
Tues Dec 1-8
8:30am-noon
8:30am-4pm
*Top Fuel for Top Performance
The food you eat every day has a profound
effect on your mental and physical performance this course focusses on creating individually tailored eating plans to fuel for
training and recovery based on your physical
activities and training regime. The course
also looks at popular diets, sport supplements and the roles they play in maximizing
performance.
PSP
Wed *Oct 14-21
8:30am-noon
PSP
Thurs *Dec 3-10
8:30am-noon
*Course includes two half-day sessions
*NEW Tobacco Free - Butt Out Clinic
This smoking cessation clinic is designed as an one-stop shop for members looking to quit smoking. The Joint Effort For Smoking Cessation
Working Group has created a clinic where individual CAF members can
discuss medication options with a Medical Officer, receive a prescription, have the prescription filled by a Pharmacist and meet with the Butt
Out Coordinator ALL IN ONE VISIT. The aim is to break down barriers associated with quitting smoking. We are here to support you in your
journey to becoming tobacco free! Please contact the Health Promotion
office at 250-363-5621 for clinic times and locations.
Health Promotion
*Unit Health Promotion
Representative Training
*Weight Wellness
Are you interested in becoming a Unit
Health Promotion Representative
(UHPR)? UHPRs are required to have
the permission of their CO and to take
this half day training program to introduce
them to the work of Health Promotion
in the Formation. Join this vibrant group
of Health Promoters and help create a
healthy culture in the Canadian Armed
Forces.
PSP
PSP
Mon Sept 21
Mon Nov 30
8:30am-noon
8:30am-noon
Weight Wellness is a comprehensive
introduction to Nutrition by providing
participants with the tools and education needed to achieve or maintain
a healthy body weight. We focus on
macro and micro nutrients, their
importance and their roles
within our bodies. We explore
label reading,
meal planning, portion control, goal
setting and
overcoming
barriers as a
means to promote positive behavioural changes.
This course provides a strong foundation in nutrition and is strongly recommended as a pre-requisite for Top Fuel
for Top Performance course.
PSP Fri Oct 2-23 8:30am-noon *Course
includes all four sessions
The MARPAC Health & Wellness Team
(5) Social and Mental Wellness
The Strategy is a collaborative initiative that includes military,
civilian and family members. Six Working Groups meet
regularly to identify ways in which our community health
outcomes can be positively impacted. For instance, the
Healthy Nutrition and Weight Wellness Working Group
conducted fleet galley surveys and the outcome has been the
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professionals who work collaboratively to address health and
wellness concerns in the MARPAC community. Our primary
initiative is the MARPAC Health & Wellness Strategy - an
ambitious project involving over 70 people determined to
create a culture of health and wellness within the defence
team in five priority areas:
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rearrangement of unhealthy foods (duff) and the prominent
display of fresh, cut fruits and vegetables. Healthy environments greatly affect people’s food choices. When healthy foods
are more readily available, their consumption increases.
Stay tuned for more MHWS outcomes!
Health Promotion Course Calendar
AST - Creating an Addiction Free Workplace For Supervisors (MITE 117733)
Tobacco Free - Butt Out Clinic
MAM - Managing Angry Moments
Joint Effort Smoking Cessation Working
Group NEW!
• Discuss medication options with a Medical
Officer
• Receive a prescription
• Meet with a Butt Out Coordinator ALL IN
ONE VISIT!
• Breakdown the barriers associated with quitting
Contact Health Promotion 250-363-5621 today.
INTER COMMS - Intercommunications
MFSA - Mental Fitness and Suicide Awareness (MITE 119531)
STC - Stress Take Charge
Top Fuel - Top Fuel for Top Performance
UHPR - Unit Health Promotion Representative Training
Weight Wellness
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Kayak
Club
improving paddle performance
by Rachel Lallouz
Looming before me is the colossal hull of a warship. From
the vantage of my kayak, which
is level with the ocean, the water
mirrors the ship in a wrinkled gray
reflection. I crane my neck to see
the portholes and then the bow
high above.
The ship is berthed at one of the
jetties in dockyard at CFB Esquimalt. Tethered to another jetty is
the long black body of a partially
submerged submarine bobbing eerily in the dark water.
My destination today is the pebbly shore of Fisgard Lighthouse
across the harbour. I dip my
paddle into the water and pull
the kayak forward. I feel the water
resist and my uncertainty grow to
navigate the distance.
This is only one of a handful of
times I have eased my body into
the tiny cockpit and clutched the
double-ended paddle. But that
novelty will dwindle today as I
am taking part in the Pacific Fleet
Kayak Club’s introductory course
– a two-phase course that starts in
a pool and ends on the ocean.
Before launching my kayak
into Esquimalt harbour from the
Naden boat launch, I and five
other rookie kayakers were taught
basic safety skills and manoeuvres
in the morning at the Naden pool.
Corporal Aaron Miller, lead instructor for the club, started us
with a wet exit. We had to self-tip,
and while upside-down under the
water, unlatch ourselves from the
kayak and swim to the surface.
I paddled to the shallow end and
steadied my kayak. With a deep
inhale I threw my weight to one
side and tipped over. I kept my
eyes tightly closed underwater to
guard against the chlorine, and
felt for the latch on the rubbery
skirt. I pulled it back and freed
myself from the kayak. When I
came to the surface, I realized my
paddle was not in my hand. Perfecting this maneuver would have
to come later as Cpl Miller moved
us on to tackle the partner assisted
T-rescue.
In this scenario, one kayaker tips
over, resurfaces, and with the help
of another kayaker flips the waterfilled kayak upright.The rescuer
must grab the bow and pull it
across their boat until the front
hatch is just about in the rescuer’s
lap. This causes the water trapped
in the kayak to fall out of the upside down cockpit. Then the kayak is flipped upright, and with the
two boats close together and the
rescuer stabilizing the boat, the
submerged kayaker then launches
their body across the cockpit,
kicking their legs and pulling up
at the same time.
We were also taught angling
our paddles in the water, and trying different correctional paddle
strokes. In the face of high wind
or risky currents knowing how to
wield my paddle could get me out
of a sticky situation quickly.
With the trial run in the pool
over, I now find myself rocking
precariously on the open ocean.
My arm muscles strain to keep
the kayak balanced with each
stroke of the paddle.
Once we reach the outskirts of
the harbour, Cpl Miller takes the
opportunity to teach us contact
towing, a safety procedure used
in an emergency where one kayaker cannot continue to paddle.
In this event, another paddler
pulls alongside the injured or ill
person, and the injured person
latches their kayak to the other
with their arm. The towing paddler then paddles them to safety.
As the winds pick up, we are also
shown how to create a raft by lacing our kayaks together to form a
single floating vessel that is a surprisingly strong defence against
stormy conditions.
We break from our raft formation and continue to paddle to-
wards the lighthouse; Cpl Miller
navigates his kayak among us, telling stories of the sea life he’s seen:
a school of porpoise swimming
close to his kayak, seals sunning
themselves on the rocks, and underwater creatures visible through
shallow, clear waters – anemones,
jellyfish, starfish, and spiny crustaceans.
The choppy waves rock my
boat. I straighten my back, relax
my hips and center my weight to
counteract the ocean’s sweeping
motion.
We approach the tiny cove below
the lighthouse; the water is translucent blue-green. A few metres
from shore I hop out of my kayak,
wading through the knee-deep
water to pull it onto pebbly beach.
As I lounge on the sun-warmed
beach with the others, I watch Cpl
Miller demonstrates a self-rescue.
In the center of the cove he angles
his kayak to face us. His chest ex-
pands as he takes a deep breath.
Then he plunges into the frigid
water, self-tipping his kayak. In
one fluid motion he re-appears,
and hauls his dripping body into
the kayak, paddle and emergency
gear intact.
With that, he motions for us to
return to our kayaks.
Back at the clubhouse, we take
turns hosing down the salty
gear with fresh water. Without
a good rinse, the plastic body of
the kayak and any fabric can corrode and deteriorate. As I dunk
my lifejacket into a tub of fresh
water, I glance at the sun setting
on the horizon. Past the warships
and submarine is the open ocean;
a desire to get back on the waves
sweeps over me.
For those wanting to learn how
slice through the water in vessel
no longer than the standard man,
and brave the underwater wet
exit, go to www.pfkc.ca
Clubs
PSP CLUB CONTACT LIST
Aquarius Scuba Club
Tony Brooks
250-208-1492 (aquariusdiveclub.com)
CFMETR Boat Club
Richard Crowder
250-468-5002
Kayak Club
Doug Bell
250-363-2955 (infopfkc@gmail.com)
Auto Hobby
Club Phone
250-480-0191
CFSA Sailing
250-385-2646 (club house)
cfsa.wordpress.com
Model Railroad Club
Stuart Blackbourn 250-588-9653
Harry Stinson 250-665-7113
CFB Esquimalt Motorcycle Club
Barton Dennis
250-363-2778
Golf Association
Carl Girard
250-363-4041
Triathlon Club
david.dallin@forces.gc.ca
250-363-2618
CFB Esquimalt Power Boat Club
250-360-0905 (club house)
Shotokan Karate Club
Mike Maxwell
250-363-2027
Work Point Garden Club
Dave Reade
davemenabat@gmail.com
Aquarius Dive Club
No pagers, no phones, no boss! At 90 feet
it’s a different kind of pressure. After 25
years, Aquarius has grown to become the
largest active dive club in the Canadian
Forces. With a 24-foot custom built dive
boat (the Aquarius II), divers can take
advantage of all the premiere dive sites
Vancouver Island has to offer.
We offer Entry level “Basic Open Water”
courses as well as “Advanced Open Water”
specialties including: Dry Suit, Deep,
Night, Wreck, Enriched Air / Nitrox, Photography, Rescue and Dive Master.
All courses are affordably priced and
include classroom time, equipment,
pool dives, ocean dives and boat dives as
required.
Unrestricted by geography, you can
regularly find Aquarius Dive Club on the
Boeing 737 sunk in Chemainus, HMCS
Cape Breton and HMCS Saskatchewan in
Nanaimo, HMCS Columbia in Campbell
River or simply enjoying the abundance of
sea life in Telegraph Cove.
Trips to the Missile Silo in Washington
and sites further afield such as Hawaii are
in the planning stages now! With assets
such as our own boat, compressor and
trailer as well as a great group of divers
always on the lookout of the next adventure, we make diving affordable and fun
no matter what your skill levels are.
Find out more:
Tony Brooks 250-208-1492 or e-mail
tony.brooks@forces.gc.ca
Shawn Falconer 250-661-7327 or e-mail
shawn.falconer@forces.gc.ca
Website: www.aquariusdiveclub.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/
groups/92920873989
Auto Hobby Club
Are you an auto enthusiast? Want to
maintain that 1967 Mustang convertible?
Whether you are an enthusiast or need
to repair the family car, the Auto Hobby
Club can provide you with:
• Tools and equipment for changing oil to
rebuilding engines
• Two floor hoists, tire changer, wheel
balancing equipment, brake lathe and
welding equipment, diagnostic machine
• On duty custodian
• Conveniently located at WP1117
• Nearly 16 years of club operational
experience
• Hours of operation Mon, Thu and Fri
6-10pm, Sat/Sun 9am-5pm
Join the club or take a facility tour by contacting President, Eric Langelaar at 250363-2837 or by email at Eric.Langelaar@
We welcome DND employees & their families.
All Military Discounts honoured on hardware
Direct Service Line
250-384-4105
www.PricesLock.com
Saanich
Downtown
Westshore
4-601 Boleskine Road
250-384-4105
847 Fort Street
250-384-5397
120-2806 Jacklin Road
250-391-5557
• Now DND RX forms accepted
• 15+ years as a Military supplier & consultant
• Open 6 days a week with an onsite lab
• Located across from Mayfair Mall, with free parking
MILITARY
DISCOUNT
OFFERED
Dr. Stephen Taylor & Associates • 250-361-4444
4
3196 Douglas Street • www.mayfairoptometric.com
Clubs
forces.gc.ca. For questions associated with
the Auto Hobby Club facility, contact the
Club Phone 250-480-0191.
Canadian Forces Sailing
Association (CFSA)
Ready About! Want to enjoy the water
on something other than a warship?
Join CFSA.
We offer:
• Adult and junior CYA approved sailing
programs
• Moorages for Regular Force members
• Full service and licensed Club House
Club reciprocals with other yacht clubs
around the world.
• A full calendar of social activities
• Club and inter-club racing
• Maintenance yard with bi-weekly haul
outs
The Canadian Forces sailing Association
has been in Esquimalt for over 60 years.
We are located at Monroe Head on the
north side of Esquimalt Harbour. Our
memberships are very reasonable and
CFSA is a great place to get involved with
sailing, a sport that will last a lifetime.
Please visit the Sailing Section of this
Spring-Summer Activity Guide for a complete list of sailing courses being offered. If
you would like a tour or more information
contact the Club House at 250 385 2646
or visit our website at cfsa.wordpress.com.
CFB Esquimalt Power Boat Club
Are you interested in power boats,
fishing or just something social to be
involved with family and friends?
If so consider the CFB Power Boat Club.
Sign up to experience the thrill of catching
some delicious Salmon or try something a
bit larger with Pacific Halibut.
If cruising is more your style, no problem,
the Gulf and San Juan Islands, scenery is
second to none, which people pay thousands of dollars to visit. All just minutes
from our first rate 100 berth facilities
located at Work Point.
If you are new to boating, no problem,
we have centuries of experience within
our club members. The benefits of being a
member include:
• The use of the clubhouse
• Mooring slips
• Docking ramp
• Storage compound
• Fully equipped service bays with engine
hoist, power tools and a paint booth
The Club sponsors five family-oriented
fishing derbies and BBQs per year, with
cash prizes and other awards. There is no
entry fee for the derbies and no charge
for the BBQs. Serving CF members have
priority for berthing and other members
are placed by seniority in the club.
For further information, visit our website
at www.boatclub.ca, call the clubhouse at
250-360-0905 (Thursday forenoons are
the best time to call) or the club president
at 250-363-5676 “Tight Lines and Happy
Cruising to All.”
CFMETR Boat Club
The CFMETR Boat Club is set in quiet
Nanoose Bay, home to the Canadian
Forces Maritime Experimental and Test
Ranges. The Club is open to Canadian
Forces members, DND or DOD civilians
associated with CFMETR. Club members
enjoy:
• Safe and enjoyable boating;
• Beautiful scenery; and
• Affordable (limited) moorage
All dock space is currently spoken for.
Members wishing to moor a vessel are
now being placed on a waiting list contact
President Lt(N) Richard Crowder at
250-468-5002 or by email at Richard.
Crowder@forces.gc.ca.
Golf Association
Looking to play a game in which you
yell “fore,” shoot six, and write down
five?
Then the CFB Esquimalt Golf Association
is the club for you! This club boasts one of
CFB Esquimalt’s largest memberships with
roughly 500 people! This club purchases
memberships at local golf courses and then
sells and administers daily greens fee passes
to our members. Such benefits of this club
include:
• Residents and temporary personnel
receive the benefits of club membership at
a variety of courses, while the participating
golf clubs receive our patronage and spin
off business year round.
• Completely member funded and nonprofit.
For the 2015/2016 year, we hold 12 summer and 16 winter memberships at Olympic View, 8 at Arbutus Ridge, 8 at Bear
Mountain, 4 at Glen Meadows. We also
have special price for at the following golf
course Cedar Hill, Cowichan, Metchosin,
Prospect Lake and Royal Oak.
This club provides the opportunity for
members of the defence community to
play golf at a number of local courses at
reduced rates. Check out our web site, at
www.cfbega.ca for all the details or contact
the Club President, Carl Girard, at 250363-1807 or via email at Carl.Girard@
forces.gc.ca.
Kayak Club
Do you like hanging out with seals and
whales? Enjoy the benefit of living on
the west coast with the CFB Esquimalt’s
Pacific Fleet Kayak Club!
Some of the benefits include:
• Instruction in Ocean kayaking with an
emphasis on safety and rescue techniques.
• New members are given the club’s basic
kayaking course, which is included as
part of the first year membership fee. This
course is conducted in two parts: the basics
and rescues in the Naden Pool followed by
an ocean phase in Esquimalt Harbour.
• Signing out a kayak from our fleet of
20+ at any time.
• The use of the scheduled NAC pool
times to practice and work on their skills.
Membership is IAW with the PSP policies on
recreational clubs. The fees excluding tax are:
Regular
Member
$75
first year
$50
renewal
Ordinary
Member
$100
first year
$75
renewal
Associate
Member
$130 first
year
$100
renewal
Please visit our website www.pfkc.ca or
contact us at infopfkc@gmail.com.
Clubs
MARPAC Riders /
CFB Esquimalt Motorcycle Club
The focus of the club is three-fold:
1. To promote the social aspect of group
riding we provide avenues for socializing
and participating in group-ride activities,
including charity ride events.
2. To assist in you “self-help” repairs we
provide limited repair shop facilities and
equipment (bike hoist, and fully kitted tool
kit), including instructional classes.
3. To develop rider skills we provide rider
Mentorship training “ride-alongs” with
experienced riders that: help members
develop group riding skills; help members
hone their riding skills in preparation for
their motorcycle skills or Class 6 road tests;
or, simply enhance their everyday riding
skills.
For those wanting to learn to ride from
scratch, we are now affiliated with “Learn
to Ride” (a motorcycle training company
that teaches new riders), who provide
Club members with a discount on training
courses. They provide the bikes; you simply
provide the enthusiasm to learn. Club
members are proud of the CAF, enthusiastic
members of the community, and staunchly
promote SAFE driving habits. We are
motorcycle enthusiasts with a zest for group
riding! CAF, DND, Spouse, or Dependant:
Regardless of bike type - try us out! To
find out more, contact Club President Bart
Dennis at barton.dennis@forces.gc.ca.
Model Railroad Club
The Model Railroad Club started as
an N Scale (1/160) NTRAK modular
layout in December 1997.
Currently the NTRAK layout is 30 feet by
36 feet. These modules are continuously
updated as new techniques and experiences are gained including Digital Command
Control systems.
The HO Scale (1/87) modular layout is
also 30 feet by 36 feet featuring both Digital Command Control and Direct Current
Control systems.
Some modules depict a logging operation,
mining operation and a locomotive servicing facility. Both of these layouts have
been on public display and have won mul-
tiple awards as “Best Operating Layout”,
“Favourite Operating Layout”, and “Best
Module” at train shows in Victoria and
Nanaimo. Our layout at “Christmas in the
Village” is the perennial favourite display
at the Saanich Historical Artefacts Society
Christmas presentation.
The club actively participates each year in the
Victoria Train Show, Westshore Town Centre
Hobby Show, Esquimalt Buccaneer Days,
Nanaimo Regional Train Show, MARPAC
Expo and West Coast Welcome.
All active or retired military members, DND
and other Government Department employees are welcome and invited to join the CFB
Esquimalt Model RR Club.
The Club currently meets every Wednesday
evening from 6-9:30pm and Saturday mornings from 8:30am-noon in the basement of
building 1031 Work Point Barracks.
Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.
com/EsquimaltMRCC.
For further information, please contact
PO1 Stu Blackbourn at 250-363-1666,
cell 250-588-9653, email Stuart.Blackbourn2@forces.gc.ca or Harry Stinson at
250-665-7113, cell 250-213-1373.
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Clubs
Shotokan Karate Club
Karate is a striking art using punching, kicking, knee and elbow strikes, and
open-handed techniques such as knifehands.
The aim of the Karate Club is to teach traditional Shotokan Karate, and to foster the
development of karate through seminars,
tournaments, and exposure to world-class
karate and other martial arts instructors.
Such benefits of this karate club include:
• Many different training times and two
different locations;
• Affordable way to learn or practice your
karate skills;
• A fun way to work on your cardio,
flexibility, coordination, stress relief, and
quicken your reflexes while training in a
safe and supervised environment.
Training is conducted at the Naden
Athletic Centre, with children’s/adult
classes Mon/Wed 6:30-8pm and adults Fri
7-8:30pm.
Beginners are accepted throughout the
year.
Training is also conducted at the Colwood
Pacific Activity Centre on Tues/Thur, with
children and adults training together at
6:30-8pm.
For further information, contact Mike
Maxwell 250-363-2027 or email michael.
maxwell2@forces.gc.ca
Tri Forces Triathlon Club
Are you up for a challenge? Do you
want to get fit and have fun?
If you like setting goals and seeing them
through, then triathlon may be the sport
for you. The club offers:
• Swim practices every morning from
6-7:30am
• Coached track workout every
Thursday at 6pm
• Elk Lake run every Sunday at 9am
• Group rides every Saturday at 9am
Annual membership is $35 for military
members, $40 for associates
It doesn’t matter if you are a beginner or
a seasoned athlete, the club welcomes all
ages and abilities. Consider coming out to
a practice to see if the lifestyle of a triathlete suits you.
Contact David Dallin at 250-363-2618
or by email david.dallin@forces.gc.ca for
more information.
Work Point Garden Club
Do you have a green thumb? Want to
grow your own organic food year round?
Whether you are an enthusiast or wish
to learn the basics, the Garden Club can
provide you with:
• Your own plot to work, fenced against
deer and pets
• Tools and equipment for working your
plot
• On-site water
• Twenty-four hour access
• A community of like-minded
individuals
Considering joining the club but want
more information? Contact Dave Reade at
davemenabat@gmail.com or Sadie Quintal
at Sadie.quintal@gmail.com
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