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winter/spring 2011 expand your horizons recreation learning training fitness edson district community services the edson and district community learning society www.edcls.ab.ca www.townofedson.ca

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tow nofedsoncommunityservices call 780 723 4403 to register index community services department .2 active living adult programming saturday snowshoeing .3 fifty fit .3 big beautiful .3 ballistic bars balls .4 noon hour blitz .4 t ai chi chih .4 extreme burn .5 seriously spinny .5 chill cycle .5 belly dancing .6 mom baby yoga .6 tuesday thursday yoga .7 gentle yoga .7 active living youth programming tiny tots .8 skating tots .8 alberta conservation and hunter education .8 canadian firearms safety .9 kids cake decorating .9 kids valentine cake decorating .10 basic cake decorating character cakes .10 youth interagency drop in dodgeball floor hockey .11 drop in bowling .11 vertically inclined .11 boys night out .12 do more watch less .12 resolution walk/run .13 eddie s big run .13 fcss programming volunteer income tax training .14 straight talk youth suicide prevention workshop .14 fcss family/parent link centre drop in .15 stay play .15 stay play kinsmen park .15 family fun outside .16 daddy me .16 motor on baby .16 music pups music program .17 mother s day creations .17 tumble time .17 positive parenting triple p every parent s group .17 public skating pool admissions .18 edson district leisure centre pool schedule .19 willmore park trails .20 edson and district community learning adult learning centre .22 safety training h2s alive .23 w h.m i s online training .23 t d g online training .23 petroleum safety training online .23 ground disturbance level 2 .24 first aid training .24 video conferencing sessions general interest .25 women s health .25 making your work as a board member easier .26 the 12 steps of succession planning .26 legacy lifestyle and retirement planning .26 computer/technical training ms excel level 1 .26 ms excel level 2 .26 google mail .27 learning to skype .27 photoshop elements .27 introduction to computers and windows .27 create a webpage .27 bookkeeping .28 simply accounting .28 beginners blog .28 introductory smartboard workshop .28 language/literacy conversational spanish .29 intermediate spanish .29 adult beginner conversational french .29 roots and connections .31 intermediate english language training esl .31 call 780-723-6247 to register index page 1 ellis program .31 tutor bank .31 family literacy day .32 literacy specialist .32 health and wellbeing effective communication .30 stress you can t avoid it .30 mental health first aid .30 anger control training .30 assertiveness training .30 self-esteem .30 general interest courses writing a novel .29 seven steps to self publishing .29 knit 1 purl 2 .32 beginners crotchet .32 valentines day cookie exchange .32 easter cookie exchange .32 community campus alberta edson .33 leadership west yellowhead .34 quilter s quarters .34 edson craft centre .35 s.c.o.p.e .35 edson minor soccer .35 alpine health club .36 37 boys and girls club of edson district .38 alberta employment immigration .39 edson public library .39 edson recreational dance .40 chautauqua edson arts council 2011 season .40

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community services department school use policy the edson community services department has a reciprocal use agreement with the edson public and separate school boards in exchange for the school s use of town facilities community services programs and community users are allowed free access to all public and separate schools we have access to school gyms classrooms and some libraries approval of use is at the discretion of the school principal however school use receives priority for all bookings so if the school has an event come up non school users will be notified and their bookings may be cancelled all school and field bookings must be made through the community services department schools will not take your bookings call 780 723 4403 or check our website for more info at www.townofedson.ca director of community services mike butler recreation coordinator andrea laboucane fcss coordinator elfie montanus recreation facilities manager christine westerveld community services administrative assistant gail sanders receptionist /secretary jodi kuhne family centre coordinator carol eberharter community services board chairperson carol kneteman directors trevor bevan altaf ali dave stevens kevin zahara judy dodsworth john stitzenberger robyne wilock registrations for courses offered by community services please contact the town of edson community services department at 780 723 4403 for pool programs please contact the leisure centre swimming pool at 780 723 7665 pool remember courses will be taken on first come first serve paid basis there will be no phone in registrations a $25 service charge will be levied on all nsf cheques courses may be cancelled if registration is low complete refunds will be given if a course is cancelled you will be contacted if a course is cancelled or there are changes in date or location there will be no course refunds after the course registration deadline if registrations are cancelled prior to the deadline a $10 cancellation fee will apply any personal information that you provide to our office is being collected under the authority of section 32c of the freedom of information and protection of privacy act and will be used only in accordance with that act page 2

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active living adult programming community ser vices 780 723 4403 saturday snowshoeing stay active through the winter months by taking up snowshoeing join us saturday mornings for a great workout that will not only increase your cardiovascular endurance but work muscles you didn t know you had all while having fun this class will depart at willmore park 9:30 am sharp no grace period date january 15 ­ february 19 saturday time 9:30 to 10:30 am location willmore park snowshoes available for rent $10 cost $50 instructor georgina hansen fifty and fit date february 17 ­ march 24 thursday time 7:30 pm ­ 8:30 pm location holy redeemer cost $50 instructor andrea laboucane a low impact high energy fitness class for our mature adults or those looking to start their fitness program this class includes warm up aerobics circuits stretching strength training and cardio components participants should be prepared to laugh and have fun for all fitness levels big beautiful this class will incorporate a variety of low impact full body workouts using body bars dumbbells and bands big and beautiful is geared toward participants that are looking to start a fitness routine who may currently be deconditioned and overweight yet ready to make the change participants may require par med x minimum15 participants date february 23 ­ march 23 mon/wed time 5:15 pm ­ 6 pm location westhaven instructor georgina hansen page 3 cost $60

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active living adult programming community ser vices 780 723 4403 ballistic bars balls come for a full body workout twice a week the class will be based on a pre exhaust system 300 and tabata type workout incorporating bars dumbbells bands and balls push your body to the limit with this high intensity class participants are required to bring their own stability ball blown up and ready to use date january 10 ­ february 16 mon/wed time 5:15 pm ­ 6 pm location westhaven instructor georgina hansen cost $65 noon hour blitz date feb 22 ­ march 24 tues/thurs time 12:10 pm ­ 12:45 pm location red brick outdoors cost $40 instructor andrea laboucane are you crashing in the afternoon no time after work to squeeze in a workout join us for a fit blitz that will kick start your afternoon this class will be outdoors and will run snow or shine a combination of cardio and strength will work your full body this class will involve some running and/or snowshoeing depending on weather moving meditation which develops at the art of maintaining serenity in the midst of activity it is a non strenuous exercise emphasizing self awareness and energy flow the slow graceful movements are simple and fun to learn for people of all ages regular practice can bring relief from stress increased vitality and can enhance mental and physical well being you must be 15 or older to participate in this course date april 5 ­ may 5 tues/thurs time 5:30 pm ­ 6:30 pm cost $60 page 4 t ai chi chih t ai chi chih is a beautiful location edson public library instructor lois broome

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active living adult programming community ser vices 780 723 4403 put your game face on when you come to this class this once a week full body functional workout will incorporate strength cardio speed drills circuits and interval training x treme burn is suitable for both males and females this class is a great way to mix up your exercise routine date february 7 ­ march 21 and push your body to its limits monday no class feb 21 be prepared for an x treme workout time 7:30 pm ­ 8:30 pm location holy redeemer cost $50 instructor andrea laboucane x ­treme burn seriously spinney date february 22 ­ march 24 tues/thurs time 5:45 am ­ 6:30 am location holy redeemer cost $65 instructor georgina hansen get your day started with this early morning indoor cycling class this class will take place on specially designed indoor road bikes take your fitness to the next level with this class seriously spinney will get your heart rate up and will include plenty of hills interval training strength drills and endurance rides for beginner to advanced riders chill cycle come beat the winter chill with this class that will take place on specially designed indoor road bikes take your fitness to the next level with this class chill cycle will include plenty of hills interval training strength drills and endurance rides this will be a full hour of cycling for beginner to advanced riders date january 10 ­ february 3 mon/thurs time 7:30 pm ­ 8:30 pm location holy redeemer instructor andrea laboucane cost $55 page 5

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active living adult programming community ser vices 780 723 4403 belly dance belly dance is suitable for all ages and fitness levels and a marvelous safe and fun way to exercise no prior dance experience is necessary and it does not require above average flexibility it s a beautiful and ancient form of dance that is enjoyed world wide there are many styles of belly dance but the style mostly taught will be the more modern form developed in the 1930 s in cairo egypt this is the style primarily performed in restaurants the level i beginner course will include the basic steps for belly dance and a short routine will be taught throughout the course the level ii course will include more use of props such as veil props will be provided more advanced steps and a routine will be taught throughout the course ages 13 and up please dress appropriately leggings or comfortable pants with some stretch t shirt or crop top dance slippers bare feet or socks a water bottle is recommended date january 27 ­ march 17 thursday time level i ­ 6:30 pm ­ 8 pm level ii ­ 8 pm ­ 9:30 pm location westhaven instructor vashti carol young cost $80 a wonderful way to get to know your baby in a non competitive atmosphere through interacting communicating playing touching and having fun by getting down to your babies level and interacting as an equal in a safe and nurturing environment you support baby with building confidence in movement and body awareness mom s also learn about their changing bodies and how to take time to look within and begin sharing their life as creative healthy mommies mom s should date february 14 ­ april 11 bring a pillow blanket and any toy they want for soothing their child monday no class feb 21 for babies six weeks time 2 pm ­ 2:30 pm location red brick to four months cost $65 instructor rikki spezowka page 6 mom and baby yoga

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active living adult programming community ser vices 780 723 4403 tuesday thursday yoga this class combines a variety of yoga teachings and focuses on the improvement of both physical and mental well being through the discipline of postures and breath postures are practiced with attention to the physical and mental experience while in the poses ideal for developing self awareness and body/mind connection and for calming the mind and counteracting stress sign up for both classes save $30 date february 22 ­ april 12 tuesday no class march 29 time 6 pm ­ 7:15 pm location evergreen school cost $85 instructor rikki spezowka date february 24 ­ april 14 thursday time 6 pm ­ 7:15 pm location evergreen school instructor rikki spezowka cost $85 this class combines a variety of yoga teachings and focuses on the improvement of both physical and mental well being through the discipline of postures and breath postures are practiced with attention to the physical and mental experience while in the poses ideal for developing self awareness and body/mind connection and for calming the mind and counteracting stress this class is ideal for beginners seniors pregnant women and anyone with health concerns limiting their mobility etc date february 22 ­ april 12 tuesday no class march 29 time 7:30 pm ­ 8:30 pm location evergreen school cost $75 instructor rikki spezowka date february 24 ­ april 14 thursday time 7:30 pm ­ 8:30 pm location evergreen school instructor rikki spezowka page 7 gentle yoga cost $75

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active living youth programming community ser vices 780 723 4403 tiny tots this is a special time for tots to bring their parents out and learn the basics for skating while spending quality time with mom or dad instruction will incorporate basic fundamentals in a fun and exciting way so that your child can overcome skating apprehension parents are required to be on the ice with their child preferably wearing skates helmets are mandatory date january 18 ­ february 10 tues/thurs time 10 am 10:30 am location edson and district leisure centre instructor andrea laboucane cost $40 skating tots date january 18 ­ february 10 tues/thurs time 10:40 am 11:10 am location edson district leisure centre cost $40 instructor andrea laboucane if your child has completed the community services tiny tots program this is the next step in skating tots they will learn to skate on their own without parent supervision skating tots will take tiny tots to the next level including gliding backwards skating stopping etc helmets are mandatory alberta conservation hunter education if you have never hunted before and you want to hunt this fall you can take this course in order to purchase a hunting license course participants must be 12 years of age and older the instructor really enjoys working with both parents and children and what a great opportunity for both to learn together please bring your lunch in this course date april 8 9 10 time 6:30 pm 8 pm fri 9 am 5 pm sat sun location parkland composite high school cost $60 instructor howie johnston page 8

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active living youth programming community ser vices 780 723 4403 canadian firearms safety if you plan to acquire or buy rifles and/or shotguns or apply for your minor s license you will want this course successful students will take home the paperwork to apply for a possession acquisition firearms license please bring to the first class 1 2 pieces of identification which can include your driver s license birth certificate status card alberta health care card or w.i.n card 2 your possession only firearms license if you have 3 your residential address house number and street or legal land description as it appears on your power bill open to anyone 12 years of age or older please bring your lunch date march 19 ­ 20 or may 28 ­ 29 saturday sunday time 9 am 5 pm location parkland composite high school cost $85 instructor howie johnston dan johnston leath johnston kids cake decorating kids always want a turn decorating with icing here s their chance to learn to do it on their own kids will learn basic cake decorating techniques we will use different decorating ideas to decorate cupcakes all supplies will be provided ages 8 and older please bring a snack participants need to bring 12 cupcakes date january 14 location fcss family centre cost $45 time 3 pm ­ 6 pm instructor debbie nodeland page 9

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active living youth programming community ser vices 780 723 4403 kids valentine cake decorating kids will get to decorate cakes and cookies in a valentine theme kids will learn basic cake decorating techniques we will use different decorating ideas to decorate cupcakes and cookies all supplies will be provided ages 8 and older please bring a snack participants need to bring 12 cupcakes date february 9 time 3:30pm ­ 6:30pm location fcss family centre instructor debbie nodeland cost $45 basic cake decorating character cakes this is your opportunity to learn how to make birthday cakes participants will learn basic decorating techniques we will use these to decorate a character pan participants will pre bake their cake with provided pan and instructions materials will be provided optional colors and extra tips and icing bags will be available for purchase this course is for adults and children 10 and older date february 24 time 5 pm ­ 9 pm instructor debbie nodeland page 10 location fcss family centre cost $60

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youth interagency the youth interagency committee is devoted to fostering empowerment and having a positive impact in the lives of youth within the edson community we believe in the potential of youth as they become confident competent and caring individuals we are a committed group who aim to provide leadership opportunities standards of excellence and enjoyable and safe alternatives to drug and alcohol use drop in dodgeball floor hockey up for a fun friday afternoon join us for drop in gym time at holy redeemer dodgeballs pucks will be flying starting at 2:30 pm dates february 25 dodgeball time 2:30 pm ­ 4:30 pm march 4 floor hockey location holy redeemer cost free drop in bowling bring your friends out and show them how to bowl a strike or just how to keep the ball out of the gutter join us january 14 and march 18 for drop in bowling bowling is only $2.00 includes your game and shoe rentals for youth ages 10 17 dates january 14 march 18 friday time 2:30 pm ­ 4:30 pm doors close at 2:50pm location edson bowl cost $2 vertically inclined join youth interagency during spring break for a day of fun and adventure at vertically inclined indoor rock climbing gym in edmonton includes lesson and free time on the wall youth ages 11 ­ 17 participants need to bring their own lunch dates march 30 2011 time 9 am ­ 5:30 pm location bus leaves from leisure centre at 9 am cost $40 page 11

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youth interagency boys night out grab your friends and head out for a night with boys load the bus at 2:30pm and get ready for some fun at outback adventures for some paintball and outdoor games after paintball and dinner get ready to hit the water for some swimming at the edson district leisure centre all boys ages 10 ­ 14 welcome supper is included dates april 15 cost $30 time bus leaves leisure centre at 2:30 pm returns for swimming at 6 7 pm do more watch less join youth as they take on the do more watch less challenge we re not going to solve the inactivity crisis you are youth interagency and sogo active are teaming up to put on the challenge are you up for it during the week of february 20 ­ 26 turn off the tv and computer and get active and involved in your community register for the challenge at www.sogoactive.com youth ski/snowboard trip marmot basin youth in action dates date thursday february 10 2011 time pickup grand trunk 7 am wildwood school 7:20 am @niton school 7:45 am @yellowhead county officeedson 8:15 am depart marmot basin 3:30pm sharp cost $60 transportation lift ticket or $25 transportation only page 12 note:rental skis snowboards boots additional cost 26/set or $22/skis/board only helmets are mandatory provided free of charge if needed ages 12 ­ 17 to register yellowhead county office wildwood or edson contact information lori or theresa 1 800 814 3935 780 325 3782

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resolution january 8 2011 run/walk kick 2011 off on the right foot with this fun resolution run/walk a great way to get out and enjoy the new year with friends and family registration 1:15pm run/walk starts at 2 pm at the leisure centre choose from a 5km loop or 8km loop cost $5 all proceeds will go to the edson food bank eddie s run june 18th 2011 early bird pricing until april 15 kids fun run $10 m $35 5 km $30 10 k60 ½ marathon gins early registration b1e januar y 17 20 1 page 13

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