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Women’s Word
Winter 2014 Registration Newsletter
11 Rodney Avenue, Pointe-Claire • P.O. Box 521, Pointe-Claire, QC H9R 4S6 • 514-695-8529 • www.wiwc.ca
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ROGRAMMING PREVIEW
Hello everyone and welcome to
our next session’s programming.
Yes, we are a little early; the holidays are not here yet and we are
already talking about January
2014.
For members who have not been
on the programming committee
and those who
would like to
know
more
about how the
schedule
gets
put
together,
here is a brief
explanation of
what we do and
how we do it.
Like the clothes you are wearing,
the programming committee planning is done a season in advance.
Once the fall session started, we
waited two to three weeks and
then started meeting to prepare
for the winter session. Similarly,
come the end of January/early
February, we will start planning the
spring session. By the end of
spring, fall discussions begin. We
work at quite a pace!
Typically, we have one meeting
where we decide the types of
courses we hope to have and
then we split the workload, either
to individuals or to teams.
WINTER 2014 SESSION
After the first meeting, most of
our communication is by e-mail,
but sometimes
additional
meetings will
be scheduled
upon request.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19
1-3 p.m./6:45-7:45 p.m.
We also prepare for preregistration and
registration
days in which
most committee members participate.
Colleen St. James has been handling the children’s course category for the last couple of years.
She contacts all returning or new
instructors and helps to put together a programme that is interesting for both mom and babies.
Registration for many children's
courses has decreased due to the
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PRE-REGISTRATION
SESSIONS for
CURRENT MEMBERS:
REGISTRATION FOR
NEW MEMBERS:
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5
1-3 p.m./6:45-7:45 p.m.
For more information, please see
the article on page 9
of this newsletter.
Remember...
A PRO-RATED MEMBERSHIP
FEE OF $15 IS DUE FOR
NEW MEMBERS
JOINING IN DECEMBER.
See pages 11-12
for the complete
COURSE SCHEDULE
COURSES BEGIN:
Monday, January 13, 2014
West Island Women’s Centre ~ Centre des Femmes West Island ~ Winter 2014
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Board of Directors
OFFICERS
Co-Chair Ellen Hum
Co-Chair Hilary Jones
Vice-Chair Natalie Earby
Treasurer Marlyn Brownrigg
Secretary Wendy Stevens
Past Chair Vacant
COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVES
Programming/Seminars/Women’s Issues
Marie-Claude Simard
Liliane Brunetti
Newsletter/Publicity
Jacqueline Barbieri
Inside This Issue
Programming Preview
Around the Centre . . .
Find Out all the News . . .
Thank you! — 18th Annual Silent Auction
2014 Winter Session Registration
Winter 2014 Session — General Information
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Winter 2014 Course List
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Course Descriptions
– Personal Development/Wellness Courses
– Special Interest Courses
– Fitness Courses
– Children’s Courses
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Volunteer/Phone Chain
Chantal Turgeon
Childcare
Emily Darbyson
Fundraising/Special Events
Andrea Ivory
Executive Director (ex-officio)*
Karen Henchey
Connie Brown
Audrey Chain (Artwork)
Karen Henchey
Carol Meyers (Newsletter Producer)
*Ex-officio: Non-voting member
Marie-Claude Simard
Board members are here to serve you, our membership. Please leave a message for the appropriate
board member should you have any concerns, questions, or suggestions.
Mission Statement
The West Island Women’s Centre is a non-profit, volunteer organization dedicated to improving
the quality of life of women. To reach this objective, the Centre:
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offers educational, health-related and leisure courses and seminars,
provides a support network for women,
raises personal and community awareness,
promotes women’s issues.
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PROGRAMMING PREVIEW (cont’d)
(Continued from page 1)
increased usage of regular daycare
by members, but we do try to offer
classes for preschoolers of all ages.
Liliane Brunetti has taken charge of
our fitness courses. Again she handles the communications with the
instructors and keeps an eye out
for new ideas. This winter, we are
pleased to introduce a new Pilates
course on Tuesday afternoons. We
hope that the addition of this second Pilates course will enable us to
meet the demand for this popular
course.
Nicole Anderson and Rebecca
Charlton work on special interest
courses. These are the crafting/
hobby type courses that can make
you smile at the end of the day.
Knitting, Ballet, Watercolour and
Bollywood at Night are just a few
examples of the courses in this category – all of which will be returning this winter, along with some
new classes!
Last but not least we have our
personal development/wellness
team, which consists of Stephanie Shaar, Krista Pershall, Janina
Jones, and Wendy Wong. Although Wendy’s specialty is the
workshop series, there is significant crossover so that all four
work together and share contact
names and potential course ideas.
Personal development courses
help empower women in different spheres of identity. This winter we will feature The Science of
Nutrition, Public Speaking and
Beyond, and Discover Your Authentic Self through Art to name
just a few. Holistic Journaling and
Meditation will be returning. We
are adding a French for Newcomers class to round out our French
language courses, so should you
know anyone arriving to the area
who doesn’t speak French, tell
her about us!
If you ever have an idea for a new
course, know a possible instructor, or want to join our team,
come talk to one of us. Obviously,
you can also talk with Connie
Brown, our programming and
membership coordinator, in the
office. Connie is our heart and the
pillar of this committee — helping
us make everything possible.
Enjoy your new winter session!
Check us out on our website
(www.wiwc.ca) and on Facebook
too!
Marie-Claude Simard,
Programming Director
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ROUND THE CENTRE . . .
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n the past few months, I have
been really impressed by just
how much the Women’s Centre
has to offer. This fall, our
programming team went above
and beyond by offering not one,
but two workshop series for
members and their guests. A short
walk along our main hallway
reveals all kinds of interesting
happenings around the Centre —
seminars, workshops, special
events, wonderful activities in
childcare, daytime and evening
support groups… There is so much
to see and do at the Centre — why
not add something else to your
schedule? We would love to see
you more often!
Behind every busy organization is
an amazing crew of volunteers and
staff that make it all happen.
Special thanks go out this fall to a
couple
of
extremely
busy
committees. Thank you to the
programming team for all of the
hard work they did to organize our
winter session.
Thank you too to the fundraising
team for their tireless work on our
silent auction fundraiser — it has
been an incredible journey that
started in the spring. So many
people help make the Centre and
its activities run smoothly — and
the contribution each person
makes is tremendously important
to our organization. Please know
that you are hugely appreciated!
And now it is time to look ahead
to yet more fun and excitement in
the weeks and months to come.
For the month of November, two
more Tuesday afternoon seminars
are planned, as follows:
Pre-Registration for the
Winter Session
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As you no doubt have heard, the
winter pre-registration sessions
for current members will take
place on November 19. If you miss
the sessions, remember that the
pre-registration
period
for
current members continues until
December 2 at 3 p.m. Your forms
must reach the office (either by
mail or in person) by that time. If
not, your next opportunity to
register will be on December 5
during our registration sessions
for new members.
December 6: Wear a White
Ribbon
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Listening and Learning: Speech
and Language Development in
Preschoolers on November 12
with Krystina Antonecchia, a
speech-language pathologist
Reflexology on November 26
with Veronique Beniak, a
certified reflexologist and Reiki
master, and Cherie Griffiths, a
natural health consultant and
certified naturopath.
For more information, please go to
our website and click on “Free
Seminars” in the “Programs” menu
or call the WIWC Office (514-6958529). And tell a friend! Our
seminars are free and open to the
general public.
Catch a Workshop Before They Go!
It is very hard to believe, but this
December 6th marks the 24th
anniversary
of
the
Ecole
Polytechnique
massacre.
On
Friday, December 6, there will be
white ribbons available at the
Centre to help us remember the
14 women on our country’s
National Day of Remembrance
and Action on Violence Against
Women.
Free Seminars in November
We had a wonderful start to our
year of free seminars with our
October presentation on first aid.
It is not too late to participate in a
workshop this fall. Our “10
Conversations to Have with Your
Children” series continues until
November 29th. And catch one of
our “Flex” workshops — the topics
are varied and always interesting.
Be sure to watch your in-box for emails each week. You can also find
out about upcoming workshops by
clicking on “Workshops” on our
website.
Outreach Activities at the Centre
and in the Community
If you happen to come to the Centre
on a weekday evening — you will
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AROUND THE CENTRE (cont’d)
find our organization teeming with
life. In addition to our evening
courses, two weekly support
groups and a monthly group are
offered to members and women in
the community at large. Our
monthly evening group is called
“Healing Together.” The group,
which helps women deal with a
miscarriage, still birth, or infant
death, meets on the second
Wednesday of the month.
In November, we introduced our
new daytime postpartum group.
These monthly meetings are
opportunities for women to share
the challenges and joys of new
motherhood. By all accounts, the
first meeting went very well, and
the childcare team really enjoyed
taking care of all the babies! The
group meets on the first Tuesday
afternoon of the month. The next
meeting
is
scheduled
for
December 3 and newcomers are
always welcome!
A brand new crop of weekly
support groups will begin in
January. More information will be
available soon.
In other outreach news, our
weekly “Time for Two” arts and
crafts programme for vulnerable
families is going strong; high
schools are scheduling our teen
workshops for their students;
and
our
“Making
New
Connections” programme for
recent immigrants is being
offered at Place Cartier’s
Riverdale Campus this fall.
You can see from the above that
Outreach
Coordinator
Keri
MacDonald, who joined us in late
August, has no shortage of work
on her hands. In the midst of
managing
all
of
these
programmes, Keri also makes
time to attend quite a few
community meetings as well!
One of the community groupings
to which the Women’s Centre
belongs is the Lac St. Louis/
Dorval Early Childhood Network.
On Wednesday, November 13,
we will be hosting a “Coffee and
Chat” event for parents of
children from birth to 5 years
that the network is organizing.
If you would like to have more
information on any of the
Women’s
Centre’s
outreach
initiatives, Keri is the person to get
in touch with. You can reach her by
calling 514-781-8529 or e-mailing
outreach@wiwc.ca.
Holiday Basket Collection
The Women’s Centre is collecting
gifts and non-perishable food items
for several West Island families this
year. Look for a poster about the
collection around the Centre. We
will gladly accept your donations
until Friday, December 13.
We definitely are a busy place —
and this busyness will continue
until 3 p.m. on December 20 when
the office officially closes for the
holiday break.
Best wishes to everyone for a
healthy, happy holiday season —
and a happy winter of activity at
the West Island Women’s Centre!
Karen Henchey
Executive Director
Happy Baby News!
Congratulations to Isabelle Sayed, her husband Dino, and big brother Beni on the
birth of Maya Luna on October 20th. For the past two years, Isabelle took wonderful
care of our organization’s outreach programmes. Now she has a new little one to
care for and we wish her all the best!
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Find Out all the News . . .
When?
What?
For more info, see …
Tuesday, November 12
1-3 p.m.
Seminar: Listening and Learning:
Speech and Language Development
in Preschoolers
Click on Programs then Free
Seminars on our website
Wednesday, November 13
7-9 p.m.
Special Event for Parents: Coffee and Chat
Click on Calendar
on our website
7-9 p.m.
Monthly Support Group: Healing Together
For women dealing with miscarriage, still birth or
infant death
Click on Outreach
on our website
November 14, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29
Workshops for Members and their Guests
Click on Programs then
Workshops on our website
1-3 p.m./6:45-7:45 p.m.
Pre-registration Sessions
for current members
Page 9 of this newsletter or check
our website
Left-over registration forms mailed out to members
—
1-3 p.m.
Seminar: Reflexology
Click on Programs then Free
Seminars on our website
Mid November to
Friday, December 13
Holiday Basket Collection at the Centre
Click on Calendar on our
website
Monday, December 2
3 p.m.
Pre-registration period ends
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Tuesday, December 3
12:30-2:15 p.m.
Board Meeting
—
Tuesday, December 3
1-3 p.m.
Monthly Support Group: Postpartum
Click on Outreach
on our website
Thursday, December 5
1-3 p.m./6:45-7:45 p.m.
Open Registration Sessions for new members
Page 9 of this newsletter
Friday, December 6
24th Anniversary - Ecole Polytechnique Massacre/
National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence
Against Women
Friday, December 20
WIWC Office closes for the holiday period
—
Monday, January 6
8:30 a.m.-12 p.m./1-3 p.m.
WIWC Office reopens
—
Tuesday, January 7
12:30-2:15 p.m.
Board Meeting
—
Monday, January 13
Winter Session begins
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Annual Silent Auction
Thank You to all of our Generous Supporters
The holiday season does not really
begin until a very important event
happens at the Women’s Centre.
This event, of course, is our
organization’s huge silent auction
fundraiser, which this year took
place on the evening of Friday,
November 8.
Each year, a huge number of
volunteers help with this event. Once
again this year, the auction was
expertly
coordinated
by
the
volunteer/staff duo of Andrea Ivory
and Lisa Brousseau. They were
assisted by a silent auction
committee comprised of Lynn
Collins, Kim Harper, Brenda Lord,
Marie-Thérèse Ng, and MarieClaude Simard.
Many more volunteers joined in
the effort. They purchased
supplies, they baked, they made
follow-up calls to donors, they
collected items, and helped out
in a myriad of ways on November
8 from very early in the morning
until the wee hours of the
following day.
However, this event is only
possible thanks to the extremely
generous support of over 200
businesses who donated items or
services for auction. Each donor is a
hugely important Friend of the
Centre.
More than $17,000 was raised at
the event. These funds will help our
non-profit organization fulfill its
mission of improving the quality of
life of women. The money raised
helps the Women’s Centre to offer
a large selection of programmes
for our members at a reasonable
cost and outreach programmes for
women in the community at large.
Thank you for your generosity!
T HE W EST I SLAND W OMEN ’ S C ENTRE
GRATEFULLY ACKNOWLEDGES THOSE ORGANIZATIONS THAT
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DONATED ITEMS OR SERVICES IN SUPPORT OF OUR 18 A NNUAL S ILENT A UCTION . T HEY ARE :
Our Gold Donors
(Gifts of $500 or More)
Astral Media ~ Chez Nick Restaurant ~ Déneigement Grizzly Snow Removal ~ Domino's Pizza
Friend of the Centre - Margaret Roberts ~ Galerie d'Art Pointe-Claire ~ Galerie du Village
Holiday Group Inc. ~ VIA Rail ~ West Island Conservatory of Music
Our Silver Donors
(Gifts of $300 to $499)
Bikram Yoga West Island ~ Carter Décor ~ Cielo Studios ~ Club de Natation Beaurepaire Swim Club
Comedyworks ~ Friend of the Centre ~ Jeanie Trubiano - Master Photographer ~ Kiki par Zaf
Lakeshore Chamber Music Society ~ Monkey Bar Gym ~ Pointe-Claire - Malcolm Knox Aquatic Centre
Pointe-Claire Canoe Club ~ S.P.O.R.T. Specialists Inc.
Our Bronze Donors
(Gifts of $200 to $299)
Baie d'Urfé Aquatic Club ~ Club de Golf et Centre Sportif Lorraine Inc. ~ Club de hockey Canadiens Inc.
Crème Fraîche ~ Dagwoods ~ For Always Photo Booth - Pour Toujours Cabine Photo
Friend of the Centre - Kim Harper ~ Golf St. Raphaël ~ Lindsay Robb, Artist ~ Musée d'art contemporain de
Montréal ~ Optique Donnelly ~ Sandy Fostaty-Elkaim, Independent Sales Advisor - Lia Sophia Jewellery
Studio Photo Cookie et sa garde-robe ~ West Island Lakers Basketball Association
Ye Olde Orchard Pub & Grill ~ Zig Zag Zoo
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18th
Thank You (cont’d)
Annual Silent Auction
Friends of the Centre
(Gifts up to $199)
4Cats West Island
Alexandra Dudek Massage
Aliments Fins Cavallaro Kirkland
Anima-Santé
Anita Ali, Scentsy - Independent
Consultant
Arbonne
Artizan
Atrium Le 1000 de la Gauchetière
Ballet Ouest de Montréal
Beaconsfield Yacht Club
Beazley Books
Body and Soul
Boutique Trading Post
Bramble House
C2 Studios
CaraMia Coiffure
Carline Muffler
Centaur Theatre Company
Centre d'Animaux Nature
Cinéma Colisée Kirkland
Club de Natation Lakeside Swimming Club
Club Sportif Côte de Liesse
Dafran Sport Inc.
Debbie Langill - Epicure Selections
Denmak Golf
Dix Mille Villages
Essentially Gina's
Europa
Familiprix Nathalie Turgeon
Fleurifik
Francis Scarpaleggia, M.P.
Friends of the Centre
Friend of the Centre - Brett Hillgartner
Fundomondo
Funky Toys & Co.
Garde Confort - Comfort Keepers
Geordie Productions
Gilbert & Daughter
Glenmore Curling Club
Groomies Grooming
Handmade Irish Linen Jewelry by
M
Haute Coiffure Revolution Hair
Studio
Hilary Jones Usborne Books
Jack Astor's Bar and Grill
Jay Peak Resort
Jouets Choo-Choo
Kaskey Kids
Katoreya Restaurant & Sushi Bar
Kelp Caviar
Kennedy Celtic Boutique
Keri MacDonald - Photographer
L.I.N.C.
Lakeshore Players Inc.
Le Den - Boulangerie Café Restaurant
Les 3 Brasseurs
Les délices Lafrenaie
Librairie Clio Books
Marquis Bar & Grill
McCord Museum
Melanie Brady Massage
Melly's Mobile Massage
Minimod Coiffure Enfants Inc.
Mon Village Restaurant and Pub
Montreal Airport Marriott Hotel
Montreal Institute of Swimming
Montreal Jubilation Gospel Choir
Montreal Lakeshore University
Women's Club
Om West Holistic Centre
Paciência Holistic Center
Pâtisserie Suisse Viennoise
PennyAlice
Physio Pointe-Claire
Piorra Maison
Piscine Cedar Park Pool
Piscine Lakeshore Pool
Piscine Valois Pool
Plaza Pointe-Claire Shopping Centre
Pointe-Claire Amateur Soccer Association
Putting Edge
Quality Suites Pointe-Claire
Quetzal Massage
Restaurant Sahib
Restaurant Soupebol
Ristorante Famiglia & Co.
Scarolie's Pasta Emporium
Scholastic Canada Ltd.
Smith Farms
Société pour la Sauvegarde du Patrimoine de Pointe-Claire
Soko
Spaluxe
Stamping Up by Claudine Dionne
Stewart Museum
Strom Spa Nordique
Studio Robinson
Tapis Abbasi
The Canadian Railway Museum
The Hub Hardware
The Montreal Ballet Educators' Society
Towne Hall
Tsuyosa Karate
Tutully Cute Designs
Upper Canada Village
Vanakays
Veronica Kelly, Independent
Scentsy Family Consultant
VidriAna, Stained Glass and Fusion
Glass
Viking - Sunnyside Pools
West Island Women's Centre
Westmount Florist
Wimgym
Yazoo
Zoo de Granby
The Women’s Centre also gratefully
acknowledges the organizations and
individuals who donated supplies,
services, or made monetary donations:
Astral Media ~ Barefoot Wine
Aliments Fins Cavallaro Kirkland
Chez Nick Restaurant
Crème Fraîche ~ Dagwoods
Dave Randall Productions
Domino’s Pizza ~ Centre d’affaires
Core ~ McAuslan Brewery
Sharon Hyland from CHOM 97 7
St. John Fisher Church ~ Yazoo
The Centre sincerely apologizes if
there have been any omissions.
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2014 Winter Session Registration
PRE-REGISTRATION
Pre-registration is available to all current members.
WINTER 2014 PRE-REGISTRATION SESSIONS
The Winter 2014 pre-registration sessions will take place on:

Afternoon Session: 1-3 p.m.
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Evening Session: 6:45-7:45 p.m.
NO REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE
PRE-REGISTRATION SESSIONS ON NOVEMBER 19.
If you do not attend any of the pre-registration sessions, you can
mail your forms to the Centre or drop them off at the WIWC
Office during office hours starting on Wednesday, November
20. (Please remember that the office is closed daily from noon
until 1 p.m.) Registration forms will be processed according to
the date and time they reach the office.
Please take note: The pre-registration period ends at 3
p.m. on Monday, December 2. Registration forms received
by the office (either by mail or in person) after that day and time
are no longer eligible for pre-registration. If you miss this
deadline, your next opportunity to register for the
winter session will be on Thursday, December 5 at the
registration sessions for new members.
OPEN REGISTRATION
Women wishing to become members must wait until our open
registration day, which will be held on Thursday, December 5
from 1 to 3 p.m. and 6:45 to 7:45 p.m.
At Pre-Registration:
Tickets for Popular Courses
If you are planning to pre-register for
one of our very popular courses, you
will receive a course ticket when you
arrive at pre-registration. The tickets
are a way for the programming committee to track registration for courses
that tend to fill up quickly. The ticket
system also reduces the problem of
members paying for courses that are
already full, and having to wait for a
refund cheque.
If you are registering for a friend, be
sure to also get tickets for your friend’s
courses.
Tickets are distributed in numerical order from the first to the last spot in the
course. If you receive a ticket for a
course, it is very likely that you have
successfully registered for that course.
However, please keep in mind that errors do sometimes occur and that the
course confirmation form sent out once
the registrations have been processed
is the best indication that you have successfully registered for a course.
Please do not fill out your cheque before you come to the pre-registration
sessions so that you can avoid paying
for a course that is already full.
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2014 Winter Session Registratio n (continued)
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED TO SUCCESSFULLY REGISTER:
(Pre-Registration and Open Registration)
To successfully register, you must submit the following documents:
 Course and Childcare Registration Form
(Don’t forget to register your children for our childcare service if you need it.)
 Membership and Child Registration Forms for the 2013/2014 year (New Members Only — but please
let us know if there are any new additions to the family!)
 Volunteer Recruitment Form for the 2013/2014 year (New Members Only)
 Your payment in full.
Payment is by cheque or cash (exact change preferred). We do not accept credit cards or debit cards. The preferred method of payment is by cheque. PLEASE REMEMBER: All cheques must have the current date.
(No post-dated cheques please!) All fees for returned cheques will be deferred to the member. An administrative charge will also be applied. For all of the details about registration and payment methods and procedures,
please consult your Member’s Guide.
Important Reminder:
You may register for one other member, with the following exceptions:

Women who volunteer at the pre-registration sessions may not register for any person
other than themselves.

Women’s Centre staff scheduled to work during the pre-registration sessions are not permitted to register for anyone else.
In the interest of fairness to all, the Centre will not accept more than two registration forms per person. If you
are registering for another person, please bring a separate cheque (one cheque per registration
form).
West Island Women’s Centre Winter 2014 Session
General Information
Please note the following:
Most classes run for 10 weeks, but please refer to the course list on pages 11 and 12 to find out the number of
weeks of your course. Classes begin the week of January 13, 2014. Classes to be made up (due to holidays, cancellations, etc.) will be scheduled during the make-up weeks.
Please note that there will be no classes during the school March break (March 3-7, 2014)
Our instructors will be making a special effort to start and finish classes on time, so please be prompt. We are offering a very specialized selection of courses this session and have worked hard to arrive at fair and economical
fees. However, we must stress that we cannot run a course without a minimum number of participants.
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WIWC COURSE LIST—WINTER 2014
DAY
TIME
COURSE
# WKS
COST
9:10-9:45
Exploring the Senses - For Mommy and Me (4 - 12 mos.)
10
$40
9:00-11:00
French for Newcomers
10
$63
9:30-10:30
Pilates
10
$37
10:00-10:45
Circle Time with Mom (12 - 24 mos. with Mom)
10
$40
10:40-11:40
Mom and Baby Fitness (6 wks - 9 mos.)
10
$37
1:00-2:15
Monday Sweat and Tone
10
$46
1:00-3:00
The Power of Healing Herbs and Spices
10
$63
1:00-3:00
Beading: Basics and Techniques
10
$75
1:00-3:00
Quilting: 3D Appliqued Art Quilt
10
$75
Monday Evening
7:30-8:30
Zumba® Nite
10
$43
Tuesday A.M.
9:00-9:45
Preschool Gym (3 - 5 yrs)
10
$40
9:00-11:00
Discover Your Authentic Self through Art
10
$63
9:30-11:30
Knitting for All
10
$75
9:50-10:35
Moms and Tots Gym (2 yrs)
10
$40
10:45-11:45
Tuesday Sweat and Tone
10
$37
Tuesday P.M.
1:00-2:00
Mat Work Pilates
7
$26
Tuesday Evening
7:00-8:30
Evening Kripalu-Inspired Hatha Yoga
10
$63
7:00-9:00
Digital Photography: People, Places and Portraiture
10
$82
7:30-9:30
Tuesday Night Book Club
5 times
$19
Monday A.M.
Monday P.M.
REMINDERS:
PLEASE NOTE: PRICES INCLUDE FEDERAL AND PROVINCIAL SALES TAXES WHERE APPLICABLE.
Current Members:
PRE-REGISTRATION SESSIONS
Tuesday, November 19, 2013 from 1-3 p.m./6:45-7:45 p.m.
Pre-registration period ends on Monday, December 2 at 3 p.m.
New Members:
OPEN REGISTRATION SESSIONS
Thursday, December 5, 2013 1-3 p.m./6:45-7:45 p.m.
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WIWC COURSE LIST—WINTER 2014 (CONTINUED)
DAY
TIME
COURSE
# WKS
COST
Wednesday A.M.
8:30-9:30
Step
10
$37
9:00-9:35
Babies Love Music (6 - 12 mos.)
10
$40
9:40-10:40
Total Body Fitness
10
$37
9:45-11:45
Italian
10
$75
9:50-10:25
Sing and Play Together (12 - 24 mos.)
10
$40
10:40-11:20
Movin' and Groovin' (2 - 5 yrs)
10
$40
10
$37
10
$56
Wednesday P.M.
Wednesday
Evening
Thursday A.M.
Thursday P.M.
Thursday Evening
Friday A.M.
Friday P.M.
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10:50-11:50
Wednesday Zumba
1:00-2:30
Adult Ballet
1:00-3:00
Workshop Series
1:00-3:00
Public Speaking and Beyond
10
$63
7:00-9:00
Holistic Journaling
10
$70
7:00-8:00
Bollywood at Night!
10
$43
7:30-9:30
Wednesday Night Book Club
5 times
$19
9:00-9:45
Stories and Art (3 - 5 yrs)
10
$40
9:30-11:00
The Science of Nutrition
10
$47
9:40-10:40
Bootcamp Fitness
9
$33
10:00-10:45
Stories and Art (2-yr-olds with Mom)
10
$40
10:50-11:50
Body Factory
9
$33
1:00-1:45
Kodomo (Kids') Karate (4 - 5 yrs)
9
$36
1:00-2:30
Meditation Circle
10
$47
1:00-3:00
Boundaries: Taking Control of Your Life
10
$63
7:00-9:00
Communiquer en français (Intermediate)
9
$63
7:00-8:30
Gentle Flow Yoga and Meditation
10
$63
9:00-10:30
Kripalu-Inspired Hatha Yoga
10
$56
9:30-11:30
Introduction to WordPress.com
10
$75
9:30-11:30
Learning French (Beginners)
10
$63
10:40-11:15
Yoga Movement for Kids (3 yrs)
10
$40
11:20-11:55
Yoga Movement for Kids (4 - 5 yrs)
10
$40
1:00-2:15
Gentle Toning
10
$46
1:00-3:00
Watercolour
10
$75
By donation
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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Personal Development/Wellness Courses
PLEASE NOTE: MOST PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT COURSES RUN
FOR 10 WEEKS.
PRICES INCLUDE FEDERAL AND PROVINCIAL SALES TAXES.
FRENCH FOR NEWCOMERS
Monday 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Childcare Room 2
Bonjour! Are you new to Quebec? This introductory class is designed for women with little or no background in
French who would like to begin to navigate their way by learning basic sentences, grammar and expressions.
Through vocabulary and conversational activities we will learn to meet and greet people as well as practice
basic communication for other daily life situations. À bientôt!
$63
Instructor: Caroline Mueller, B.Ed., Elementary Education, McGill University; M.Ed., Second Language
Education, McGill University; Ph.D., Culture and Values in Education, McGill University
THE POWER OF HEALING HERBS AND SPICES
Monday 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Kitchen
Discover the astounding medicinal powers and culinary flavour blasts of herbs and spices. Did you know that
almost 30% of medicine is derived from plants? Aside from their delectable taste contributions to your meals,
herbs and spices can be catalysts for a healthier life. They are memory boosting, antimicrobial, heart friendly,
and can help with digestion, detoxification, and disease prevention. Some even have cancer-prevention properties! Each class, you will learn about specific herbs and spices, make one in-class recipe and some brews or
infusions, and enjoy tastings. Those who cannot stay for the full two hours are encouraged to bring along containers to take home their tasting items. Let’s spread the health, all in good taste! A course fee of $30 for supplies per participant is payable to the instructor at the first class.
$63
Instructor: Nevine Elchibini, B.Comm., N.D.
DISCOVER YOUR AUTHENTIC SELF THROUGH ART
Tuesday 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Childcare Room 2
Free your authentic self through art. Using watercolour, scissors, paper, crayons, brushes, pencils, and many
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other art mediums, each class will help liberate emotions, inspire, and increase our enjoyment of life. Over the
session, you will create a beautiful, personalized book filled with colours, words, textures, and images that will
help you recognize the authentic self you have been meaning to set free for so long. No previous art experience is necessary — come experiment and discover your hidden abilities.
$63
Instructor: Arantza Izurrategui
EVENING KRIPALU-INSPIRED HATHA YOGA
Tuesday 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Gym
This Hatha yoga course in the Kripalu tradition is suitable for all levels. Exercise your body and mind as you
welcome sensation, connect with breath and discover strength already within you. This is a mixed class, so by
learning to listen and honour your own body, you may practice safely at any level. Ilaini’s classes offer very detailed instruction so that students feel safe, looked after and confident. Mindfulness, compassion and patience
are encouraged throughout seated centering, warm-ups, standing sequences and guided meditations. Based
on yogic teachings and silent observation, we may learn the tools necessary to navigate joyfully through life.
Participants are strongly urged to come equipped with a sticky yoga mat and two yoga blocks. Other
props you enjoy are welcome as well.
$63
Instructor: Ilaini Scholl, Certified Kripalu-inspired Hatha Yoga Teacher
Please Note: The WIWC’s free childcare service is not available during evening courses.
PUBLIC SPEAKING AND BEYOND
Wednesday 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Childcare Room 2
Never be at a loss for words. The ability to communicate clearly and deliver a persuasive message is one of
the most desired life skills in the workplace and beyond. This course will explore all the steps required to do
any type of communication or presentation from beginning to end, including generating and organizing the ideas, writing a speech, and then giving an effective presentation. Techniques to be covered include a foolproof
model to organize your speech; the top three methods to generate ideas; how to memorize anything; how to
effectively use voice modulation, eye contact, movement and hand gestures; as well as how to answer questions and provide great feedback. This is a very hands-on course where students will be encouraged to give
both prepared and impromptu speeches in a safe, non-judgmental environment. Gain confidence to be heard!
$63
Instructor: Anita Ashtakala, M.B.A., Former Member of Toastmasters
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HOLISTIC JOURNALING
Childcare Room 2
Journal writing is holistic in nature, proven to help you relax, unearth insights, and head in meaningful ways —
mind, body and soul. You’ll be surprised what appears at the end of your pen as you take this time for yourself
and learn 18 journaling techniques; gain insight into present, past and future; de-stress; recognize synchronicity; address issues; get organized; improve memory; and more! Best of all, you’ll be blessed with the truly magical camaraderie that always happens among journalers! No writing skills or creativity necessary.
$70
Instructor: Jill Boileau, Founder, Holistic Journaling, ink
THE SCIENCE OF NUTRITION
Thursday 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.
Childcare Room 2
What does our body do with food? What does the body need? This course will help you to understand the
physiology of digestion, how we process food, and what our bodies do with nutrients. You will learn about different types of nutrients, how recommended amounts are determined, and where to find the best sources of
specific nutrients. Included in this course will be a discussion of current research and myths perpetuated by the
media and on the internet. Learn the natural way to manage your weight and prevent disease.
$47
Instructor: Lisa Pelling, B.Eng., B.Sc., P.Dt.
MEDITATION CIRCLE
Thursday 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
Upstairs Classroom
This is a great way to experience meditation with a group and to acquire a discipline of a regular meditative
practice. A relevant theme or topic will be introduced each week along with a guided visualization/imagery led
by the instructor. Participants need to wear comfortable clothing and are encouraged to bring along a yoga
mat.
$47
Instructor: Nazzarena Santini, Massage Therapist, Reiki Master, Energy Therapist, Instructor/Teacher
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BOUNDARIES: TAKING CONTROL OF YOUR LIFE
Childcare Room 2
In this course, you will be guided to define, develop and retain healthy boundaries in your relationships with
your spouse or partner, parents, friends, children, co-workers, and most importantly, yourself. Reap the rewards of a less complicated lifestyle by learning the importance of setting, putting into practice, and embracing
personal boundaries.
$63
Instructor: Ann Papayoti
COMMUNIQUER EN FRANÇAIS (Intermediate)
Upstairs Classroom
Désirez-vous vous exprimer spontanément et participer pleinement à des discussions? Voilà l’objectif du cours
intermédiaire. Chaque semaine, la lecture de courts extraits portant sur divers sujets d’actualité (tirés
de revues ou de journaux) incitera chaque participante à exprimer son point de vue et lui permettra d’entretenir
des échanges réels avec ses interlocutrices. Les participantes seront invitées à poser des questions, à formuler des opinions, à montrer leur accord ou leur désaccord, à faire valoir leur point de vue, à dialoguer en français. Deux heures pendant lesquelles on parlera de tout… ou presque. Pour celles qui désirent perfectionner
leurs connaissances de la langue écrite quelques minutes en début du cours seront dédiées aux questions de
grammaire.
$63
Instructor: Laurence Brillon, Bac. Études françaises, Université de Montréal; Maitrise en histoire, Université de Montréal; Maitrise en enseignement (en cours), Université de Sherbrooke
GENTLE FLOW YOGA AND MEDITATION
Gym
This class will benefit those who are looking for a gentle, grounding, relaxation practice. Together
we will return to center by touching upon basic yoga asana, breath work, and meditation principles.
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The focus will be on alignment, balance, improving strength and mobility, and stress release. All levels are welcome.
$63
Instructor: Sabrina Di Nardo Tott, B.Ed., R.Y.T., N.D., H.H.C.
KRIPALU-INSPIRED HATHA YOGA
Friday 9:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Gym
This Hatha yoga course in the Kripalu tradition is suitable for all levels. Exercise your body and mind as you
welcome sensation, connect with breath and discover strength already within you. This is a mixed class, so by
learning to listen and honour your own body, you may practice safely at any level. Ilaini’s classes offer very detailed instruction so that students feel safe, looked after and confident. Mindfulness, compassion and patience
are encouraged throughout seated centering, warm-ups, standing sequences and guided meditations. Based
on yogic teachings and silent observation, we may learn the tools necessary to navigate joyfully through life.
Participants are strongly urged to come equipped with a sticky yoga mat and two yoga blocks. Other props you
enjoy are welcome as well.
$56
Instructor: Ilaini Scholl, Certified Kripalu-inspired Hatha Yoga Teacher
LEARNING FRENCH (Beginners)
Friday 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Childcare Room 2
This course is designed for women wanting to review the basics and to improve their skills in order to communicate effectively in everyday situations. The aim of this class is to improve listening and speaking skills, so
regular attendance and a willingness to participate are essential. Don’t miss this great opportunity to improve
your French within a relaxed and friendly atmosphere!
$63
Instructor: Myriam Réty, B.A. (Translation), Certificat en enseignement du français langue seconde
(Certificate in teaching French as a second language), Université du Québec à Montréal
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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Special Interest Courses
PLEASE NOTE: SPECIAL INTEREST COURSES RUN FOR 10 WEEKS.
BEADING: BASICS AND TECHNIQUES
Monday 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Upstairs Classroom
Let your creative imagination and taste come to life in this course that will introduce beginners and welcome
experienced beaders to the art of making personalized necklaces, earrings, and bracelets. From basic beading
to working with wire, including techniques such as weaving, crocheting with wire, and “floating” techniques,
participants are sure to leave this class with a one-of-a-kind creation. Experienced beaders are encouraged to
bring their own supplies. Newcomers to beading can expect to pay between $25 to $65 for supplies, depending
on bead choices. Wire will be supplied by the instructor at a fee of $18 per participant payable to the instructor
at the first class. A supply list will be available and reviewed at the first class.
$75
Instructor: Zafiro Koty
QUILTING: 3D APPLIQUED ART QUILT
Monday 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Childcare Room 2
This session, participants will create a three-dimensional art quilt using a design created by Kumiko Sudo. The
quilt will incorporate appliqué, sashiko quilting, and a form of origami/fabric manipulation to achieve the 3D
effect. Open to quilters of all levels, the project will include learning to appliqué, measure, mark, design, cut,
and complete the piece. For the first class, please bring a ruler, pencil and coloured pencils. At the first class,
we will discuss fabric selection, batting and colour choice. The supply list, which will be reviewed at the first
meeting, includes:
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Clover chacopy paper
Clover blunt tracing wheel
cutting mat
sew, quilt and embroidery needles
sewing and embroidery threads
pins
paper and fabric scissors (a rotary cutter if available)
plastic template sheet
water-soluble fabric marker
$75
Instructor: Debbie Soll
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KNITTING FOR ALL
Tuesday 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Upstairs Classroom
Beginners and veteran knitters are welcome to join this class to either learn a new craft or work on an ongoing
project while picking up a few tips and tricks. Class projects will be presented, but are not mandatory. Please
bring a ball of inexpensive light-coloured worsted yarn, size 4.5 mm (US 7) knitting needles and your current
project (if applicable) to the first class.
$75
Instructor: Debra-Lynn Tomiuk
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY: PEOPLE, PLACES AND PORTRAITURE
Tuesday 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Upstairs Classroom
This class is for those who know some photography basics, who have had their cameras for a while, but would
like to improve on techniques they know, learn more about what makes a good photograph, and develop a
better sense of composition, lighting and exposure control. Participants will learn digital imaging methods that
focus on specific practical examples for reliable photographic results. The development of solid techniques in
portraiture and the taking of creative photographs will be the focus of this course. Elements from the specifics
of lighting to location and positioning will be explored through hands-on methods including field trips and
models. Participants should possess a digital camera of 6 megapixels or more, and be prepared to spend an
additional hour of personal shoot time per week outside the classroom. Don’t forget to bring your camera!
$82
Instructor: Cassandra Leslie, C2 Studios
TUESDAY NIGHT BOOK CLUB
Tuesday 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. (once a month on the fourth Tuesday of every month)
Childcare Room 2
The Women’s Centre’s book clubs offer you great reading, exciting discussion and warm companionship. Two
groups are offered: a Tuesday and a Wednesday group. The groups run independently of each other. Because
there are no animators, participants rotate the leadership role on a monthly basis.
The Tuesday Night Book Club meets on the fourth Tuesday of every month. For information about meeting
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dates and the book selected for the upcoming meeting, please refer to the Events Calendar on our website or
call the WIWC Office at 514-695-8529.
$19 (New book club members only — this fee covers the winter and spring sessions.)
ITALIAN
Wednesday 9:45 – 11:45 a.m.
Childcare Room 2
Buongiorno! Are you ready to speak in Italian? Then join us! In this class, we will review basic grammar rules
that will allow you to construct simple sentences to cope with daily life situations such as dining out, shopping,
touring, discussing hobbies, and meeting people. Vi aspettiamo! Looking forward to it! A presto!
$75
Instructor: Leida Meloni
ADULT BALLET
Gym
This is a class designed for adults interested in increasing their strength and flexibility through ballet
movement. While all levels of experience are welcomed, some previous ballet experience would be
advantageous. Participants will learn the basic positions and movements of ballet. We will learn several
sequences of movement to be improved upon each week. If you took ballet lessons as a child, you will be
amazed at how quickly it all comes back to you — please join us! Participants should wear comfortable
clothing and jazz shoes or ballet slippers. Ballet slippers can be purchased at Movimento (4307 St. Jean in
Dollard) or Boutique de Danse Wendy (Pointe-Claire Plaza). Expect to pay anywhere from $35 to $45 for the
slippers.
$56
Instructor: Alison Dewar
BOLLYWOOD AT NIGHT!
Gym
Learn the vibrant, joyful and energetic dance of Bollywood! The course consists of beginner’s moves and steps
along with their many variations. Combinations will be taught through drills and short choreographies to the
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lively music of Bollywood songs. All you need to bring are comfortable footwear and regular fitness wear —
either leggings or even a long skirt. A scarf or shawl for the hips is also recommended and coin belts will be
available from the instructor for $20 for those interested.
$43
Instructor: Ana Ruiz
Please Note: The WIWC’s free childcare service is not available
during evening courses.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT BOOK CLUB
Wednesday 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. (once a month on the third Wednesday of
every month)
Childcare Room 2
The Women’s Centre’s book clubs offer you great reading, exciting discussion and warm companionship. Two
groups are offered: a Tuesday and a Wednesday group. The groups run independently of each other. Because
there are no animators, participants rotate the leadership role on a monthly basis.
The Wednesday Night Book Club meets on the third Wednesday of every month. For information about
meeting dates and the book selected for the upcoming meeting, please refer to the Events Calendar on our
website or call the WIWC Office at 514-695-8529.
$19 (New book club members only — this fee covers the winter and spring sessions.)
INTRODUCTION TO WORDPRESS.COM
Friday 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Upstairs Classroom
Join us for this introduction to WordPress.com and learn how to set up your own free hosted blog or website.
Participants will be guided through the process of creating the site and posting content, customizing the site,
using widgets for additional functionality, adding images and videos to your site, and managing it all from your
personalized dashboard. This is a great course for those wishing to familiarize themselves with WordPress in
general and is a good foundation for using the more advanced features of a self-hosted WordPress.org
website in the future. Laptops are not required.
$75
Instructor: Alexandra Bowyer, Freelance Web Designer
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WATERCOLOUR
Friday 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Upstairs Classroom
Learn how to paint using watercolours in a fun and enriching environment. By following step-by-step
demonstrations, discover how to create works of art with strong composition, become skilled at applying and
controlling transparent washes, and achieve glowing results! In-class information is delivered at planned
stages so that students have an opportunity to work on a variety of pieces while other work is drying.
Questions are encouraged and welcome as everyone learns from this valuable cross-pollination of ideas. The
various homework assignments (approximately 1 hour/week) will reinforce what you have just learned so you
can work at your own pace, using the techniques as far as your interest and imagination will go.
Topics include: inventory of materials and tools, transparency and wet into wet, laying in colour, pulling out
colour, value scales and graded washes, colour mixing from primaries, tinting abilities of various colours,
overlaying washes, glazing, negative painting, dry brushing, and creating textures. Works by key artists in
various genres, for example, still life, landscape and floral painting, will be covered as well.
A full list of the required materials and tools for the course will be distributed at the first lesson. Here is a partial
list of items you can bring along:
 2 large potato salad or yogurt containers to hold water
 Masking tape, roll of paper towels (without pattern), roll of bath tissue (without pattern), Q-tips in a covered
container
 Small spray bottle
 Rock salt or Kosher salt in a clean prescription tablet bottle or small jar
 Large pad of watercolour paper (Strathmore or Canson) or 3 full sheet (30″ x 22″) 140 lb cold-pressed
Watercolour Paper (Arches or Windsor & Newton) loosely rolled — we’ll divide these up in class
Brushes (4):
 1½” – 2½” flat wide nylon brush, for washes
 Small round size 2
 Flat size 8
 Round size 8
Paint Colours (Brands: Holbein, Windsor & Newton, Da Vinci):
 Essentials: Payne’s Grey, Cobalt Blue, Alizarin Crimson, Aureolin
 Later purchases: Burnt Umber, Burnt Sienna, Yellow Ochre, Ultramarine Blue
Other:
 Lidded pallet with wells — you can use large plastic margarine lids, but please plan to buy!
 A sketchbook, HB and 2B pencils, kneadable or white plastic eraser (Staedtler)
 Brightly coloured piece of Bristol board to make a folder for completed work
$75
Instructor: Ann Kallaste Kruzelecky
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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Fitness Courses
The goal of the WIWC Fitness Programme is to offer a variety of courses that will challenge and inspire our members regardless of their fitness level. Whether you are a novice exerciser or enjoy a more intense workout, we are
sure you will find the fitness combination that best suits you. Aerobic shoes are a must to ensure good results and
eliminate stress to joints. In some classes, hand-held weights will be needed.
A towel and water bottle will help to make your workout more enjoyable.
Please be sure to inform your instructor(s) of any health condition or injury that you may have. Our instructors
will do their best to provide alternate exercises where applicable. In the event that you have a health condition or
injury, we ask that you get the consent of your doctor before joining a course.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
FOR ALL FITNESS PARTICIPANTS
ALL PARTICIPANTS ARE EXPECTED TO ASSIST WITH TAKING OUT AND PUTTING AWAY THE
FITNESS EQUIPMENT. This applies to the WIWC fitness mats and the steps and risers.
PLEASE NOTE:
MOST FITNESS COURSES RUN FOR 10 WEEKS.
PILATES
Monday 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Gym
Join a class that will strengthen your core, improve your posture, and give you greater balance and flexibility. If
longer, leaner muscles are what you are looking for, this course is for you! Pilates is based on a series of exercises developed by Joseph Pilates that work all the major muscle groups using your own body weight as resistance. Yoga mats are recommended. This class is suitable for all fitness levels.
$37
Instructor: Jennifer Pryce, CAN-FIT-PRO, Stotts Pilates, Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, McGill University
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Fitness Courses
MOM AND BABY FITNESS (Moms and babies 6 wks-9 mos.)
Monday 10:40 – 11:40 a.m.
Gym
Join us for a fun-filled workout for mom and baby! We will have songs and rhymes for baby, tummy time and
parachute play too. Moms will get to build up their aerobic endurance and muscular strength using baby in a
carrier or in their arms. We will also be enjoying some Pilates on the mat for abdominal strength and toning!
Yoga mats are recommended. Note: Strollers are not permitted in the class.
$37
Instructor: Jennifer Pryce, CAN-FIT-PRO, Stott Pilates, Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, McGill University
MONDAY SWEAT AND TONE
Monday 1:00 – 2:15 p.m.
Gym
Ultra concentrated! There will be lots of sweat and a ton of toning in a 75-minute format. The class will begin with a half hour of cardio followed by core work, ab work,
strengthening, and toning. Tubing and fitness mats are provided by the Centre. Please
bring your own weights and a water bottle. Get ready for some sweaty fun!
$46
Instructor: Natalie Pesold, CAN-FIT-PRO, Fitness Instructor, Personal Trainer
ZUMBA® NITE
Monday 7:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Gym
The Zumba® program fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a
one-of-a-kind fitness program that will blow you away. We want you to work out, love
working out, and get hooked. Zumba® fans achieve long-term benefits while experiencing an absolute blast in
one exciting hour of calorie-burning, body-energizing, awe-inspiring movements meant to engage and captivate for life! All you need are comfortable clothes and shoes, a water bottle, and a smile.
$43
Instructor: Angela Branston, Zumba® Certified Group Fitness Instructor
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Fitness Courses
TUESDAY SWEAT AND TONE
Tuesday 10:45 – 11:45 a.m.
Gym
Ultra concentrated! There will be lots of sweat and a ton of toning in a one-hour format. The
class will begin with a half hour of cardio followed by a half hour of core work, ab work, etc.
Tubing and fitness mats are provided by the Centre. Please bring your own weights and a
water bottle. Get ready for some sweaty fun!
$37
Instructor: Natalie Pesold, CAN-FIT-PRO, Fitness Instructor, Personal Trainer
MAT WORK PILATES
Tuesday 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Gym
This course will focus on the principles of pilates through the instruction of various mat work exercises. Emphasis will be on proper spinal alignment, breathing, and developing a strong core or centre. Exercises will be selected to challenge strength and stability using core and peripheral muscles. Over the span of the course,
these exercises will be modified from a beginner to a more intermediate level. The overall aim is increased
body strength, flexibility and suppleness.
$26
Instructor: Maryam Mahallati, CAN-FIT-PRO
STEP
Gym
This class consists of a cardiovascular workout using the step. Choreography is interspersed with intervals to
give your body a great workout without taxing your brain too much! Step segments are introduced and gradually built upon resulting in a fun and challenging experience.
Come and enjoy the journey!
$37
Instructor: Cathy Wagstaff, CAIA, M.A. (Phys. Ed.)
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Fitness Courses
TOTAL BODY FITNESS
Gym
This class has it all! Be prepared to never stop moving! Whether we’re on the step for some
easy-to-follow cardio moves, on the floor for some fun muscular work or doing a lively interval, you will experience it all in this fun and challenging class! From cardio to muscular to
stretching after it is all done, you will get a “total body” workout! The level of this fitness
course is intermediate to advanced. However, the instructor will provide alternatives for those
wanting less intensity.
$37
Instructor: Cathy Wagstaff, CAIA, M.A. (Phys. Ed.)
WEDNESDAY ZUMBA®
Wednesday 10:50 – 11:50 a.m.
Gym
The Zumba® program fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness
program that will blow you away. We want you to work out, love working out, and get hooked. Zumba® fans
achieve long-term benefits while experiencing an absolute blast in one exciting hour of calorie-burning, bodyenergizing, awe-inspiring movements meant to engage and captivate for life! All you need are comfortable
clothes and shoes, a water bottle, and a smile.
$37
Instructor: Ann Papayoti, Zumba® Certified Group Fitness Instructor
BOOTCAMP FITNESS
Thursday 9:40 – 10:40 a.m.
Gym
Incorporating traditional calisthenic and body weight exercises with interval training and strength training, this
course will lead you through a variety of strength and cardio exercises designed to challenge your strength and
endurance while burning calories. Hand-held weights (5 lbs) are required.
$33
Instructor: Sue Jollimore, CAN-FIT-PRO
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Fitness Courses
BODY FACTORY
Thursday 10:50 – 11:50 a.m.
Gym
This is an overall muscular strengthening and endurance class using weights, tubing and the step to sculpt and
enhance muscle conditioning. This will be a workout from head to toe. Hand-held weights are required. Tubing
and steps are provided by the Women’s Centre.
$33
Instructor: Sue Jollimore, CAN-FIT-PRO
GENTLE TONING
Friday 1:00 – 2:15 p.m.
Gym
A small group training class that allows you to work out at a slower pace and feel the target muscles working.
The focus is on posture and the joints — even the small ones! We are always bent forward, so the back of the
body will be worked more. Gait and balance will be challenged and the full range of motion of the muscles will
be worked. This is a class that will leave you feeling a little straighter! Exercises will have options, allowing the
participant to make a choice that works for her body. Please bring your own hand-held weights (2 to 5 lbs.).
Other equipment will be provided by the Centre.
$46
Instructor: Donna Lamontagne, YMCA Group/Individual Fitness Certification; YMCA & YM-YWHA Corrective Conditioning; C.A.L.A. Vertical & Healing Waters
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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Children’s Courses
We offer courses for children at various age levels. Please read the course descriptions carefully and choose the one(s) appropriate
for your child(ren)’s age. To be eligible for most courses, the child needs to turn the minimum age required for the course during
the session. However, there are some exceptions to this rule as noted in the course descriptions below. We reserve the right to ask that a child be removed from a course if the instructor feels he or she is not at the same level as the other
participants.
PLEASE NOTE: MOST CHILDREN’S COURSES RUN FOR 10 WEEKS.
PLEASE REMEMBER THAT ONLY REGISTERED CHILDREN MAY ATTEND OUR COURSES.
THEREFORE, PLEASE DO NOT BRING A SIBLING TO YOUR CHILD’S CLASS.
EXPLORING THE SENSES — FOR MOMMY AND ME (4-12 mos.)
Monday 9:10 – 9:45 a.m.
Upstairs Classroom
Your infant will be introduced to a variety of thematic activities that will explore the senses. He/
She will handle play materials, look at pictures, and listen to songs and rhymes. Basic baby sign
language will also be covered. Each week, time will be set aside to discuss popular baby topics.
$40
Instructor: Denise OBriain, Bachelor of Social Science, Educator for Special Needs
CIRCLE TIME WITH MOM (12-24 mos. with Mom)
Monday 10:00 – 10:45 a.m.
Upstairs Classroom
This class will introduce toddlers to a variety of play materials where they can learn, grow, and discover the
world around them. Sensory activities that include touching different textures and handling different types of
items will be involved. Each week is theme based and will include songs and finger plays, a fun learning activity, an art project and a hands-on activity. Time will also be set aside for Moms to discuss popular baby topics.
Children must be 12 months of age at the beginning of the session.
$40
Instructor: Denise OBriain, Bachelor of Social Science, Educator for Special Needs
PRESCHOOL GYM (3-5 yrs)
Tuesday 9:00 – 9:45 a.m.
Gym
This fun-filled class focuses on the physical and social development of children aged 3 to 5 years. Activities will
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include a mini-gym, games, parachute play and lots of fun with balls, hoops and other equipment. For children
to get the most out of the class, it is preferable for them to arrive on time. This is a fast-paced class so you
don’t want to miss out on the fun!
One or two mothers will be asked to stay in class each week as assistants. Other moms are welcome to wait in
the waiting area near the WIWC Office.
$40
Instructor: Lesley Matheson, YMCA FIT; CAN-FIT-PRO; Mind & Body Fitness Specialist
MOMS AND TOTS GYM (2-yr-olds with their moms)
Tuesday 9:50 – 10:35 a.m.
Gym
Moms attend this class with their child who will meet new friends and enjoy group participation. We offer parachute play, co-operative games, a mini-gym, songs, balls, and a fun time for the two of you. For children to get
the most out of the class, it is preferable for the participants to arrive on time. This is a fast-paced class and
you wouldn’t want to miss out on some of the fun!
$40
Instructor: Lesley Matheson, YMCA FIT; CAN-FIT-PRO; Mind & Body Fitness Specialist
CHILDREN’S MUSIC PROGRAMME
Please Note: For all of our music classes, children are accompanied by Mom.
As always, childcare is available for siblings while brother or sister is in class with mom.
BABIES LOVE MUSIC (6-12 mos. with their moms)
Upstairs Classroom
An introduction to music for babies and their moms. The children will learn songs and games to do with their
special someone.
$40
Instructor: Daryl Breckman-Germani, B.A. Communications (McGill University), Music Theory and
Practical Exams (Piano), Royal Conservatory of Music
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SING AND PLAY TOGETHER (12-24 mos. with their moms)
Upstairs Classroom
This class offers an introduction to music for 1- to 2-year-old children with their moms. The
class features age-appropriate movement, action songs, musical games, finger play and
rhythm instruments. Please note: For this course, children must be the minimum age (12
months) at the beginning of the session.
$40
Instructor: Daryl Breckman-Germani, B.A. Communications (McGill University), Music Theory and
Practical Exams (Piano), Royal Conservatory of Music
MOVIN’ AND GROOVIN’ (2-5 yrs with their moms)
Wednesday 10:40 – 11:20 a.m.
Upstairs Classroom
This music class offers material suitable for the older child. Included are
rhythm instruments, musical games, props and recorded music.
$40
Instructor: Daryl Breckman-Germani, B.A. Communications (McGill
University), Music Theory and Practical Exams (Piano), Royal Conservatory of Music
STORIES AND ART (3-5 yrs)
Thursday 9:00 – 9:45 a.m.
Upstairs Classroom
In this course, children will get to enjoy a story-time circle and then create a work of art related to the story. It is
all about children having fun while developing self-esteem and pride in their work. Moms are asked to wait in
the waiting area downstairs. Each week one mother will be the teacher’s helper. It is advised that children bring
a smock to wear during creative time.
$40
Instructor: Annika Diehl
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STORIES AND ART (2-yr-olds with their moms)
Thursday 10:00 – 10:45 a.m.
Upstairs Classroom
For Mommy and me! Children and their moms will enjoy a story-time circle and
then work together to create a piece of art related to the story. It is all about the
children having fun while developing self-esteem and pride in their work. It is advised that children bring a smock to wear during creative time.
$40
Instructor: Annika Diehl
KODOMO (KIDS’) KARATE (4-5 yrs)
Gym
Teachers and doctors agree on the benefits children derive from martial arts training. In Kodomo Karate, your
four- or five-year-old will get his/her first introduction to the world of Martial Arts. Each class will include a warm
up consisting of exercises to increase flexibility and develop strength as well as a game tailored to develop
these skills. The class will be taught in the traditional karate style, including various Japanese formalities, and
even some Japanese words. During this session, your ”karatekas” (students of karate) will be taught the basic
foundations of karate. One or two mothers will be asked to stay in class each week as assistants. Please remember that mothers must remain in the building while their children attend this class. Children should wear
loose comfortable clothing. This activity will be done in bare feet.
$36
Instructor: Meghan Greig, 2nd degree black belt in Wado kai karate
YOGA MOVEMENT FOR KIDS (3 yrs)
Friday 10:40 – 11:15 a.m.
Gym
With a light-hearted approach, this yoga class for young children is designed just for them! Filled with movement, stories and laughter, children are encouraged to explore their unique expressions of self through yoga
movement. Themed classes engage imaginations through story telling, lively activities and cooperative games.
Children move from giggles to calm while developing motor coordination, focus and social skills.
$40
Instructor: Kathleen McAdams, CYT (Certified Yoga Teacher)
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YOGA MOVEMENT FOR KIDS (4-5 yrs)
Friday 11:20 – 11:55 a.m.
Gym
With a light-hearted approach, this yoga class for young children is designed just for them! Filled with movement, stories and laughter, children are encouraged to explore their unique expressions of self through yoga
movement. Themed classes engage imaginations through story telling, lively activities and cooperative
games. Children move from giggles to calm while developing motor coordination, focus and social skills.
$40
Instructor: Kathleen McAdams, CYT (Certified Yoga Teacher)
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