SPRING SELECTIONSSPRING SELECTIONSMinds in MotionMinds in Motion is a fitness and social program for peo-ple living with any form of early stage dementia along with a family member, friend or other care partner. The program is offered in partnership with the Alzheimer Society of B.C. Gentle exercises are followed by social activities designed to be enjoyed in pairs. Coffee, tea and light refreshments are provided. Care partners must attend. Registration fees include the cost of the person living with dementia and one care partner. Start at any time and pay a pro-rated registration fee.Wednesday, 1:30 - 3:30 pmApril 8 - June 17 (no class May 27)Registration Fee: $62.00 / 10 classes 37648

Dementia Dialogue:Communication & Behaviour This facilitated discussion will take a look at how com-munication is affected by dementia and help to under-stand behaviour as a form communication. Caregivers will explore strategies for determining what a person living with dementia might be trying to communicate. Please register at the Century House office.Monday, 1:00 - 3:00 pmMay 11Registration Fee: Free 38338

Chronic Pain Self-Management This free community program helps people live success-fully with chronic pain. You will receive a Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Pain resource manual and Moving Easy CD for ongoing support. Gain knowledge, information and skills to manage chronic pain to help improve your quality of life. More details at selfmanagementbc.caSaturday, 10:00 am - 12:30 pmMay 23 - June 27 Registration Required: Free / 6 classes 37649

Shaping the JourneyAn opportunity for people in the early stages of de-mentia and their care partner to learn about living with the condition. Explore the dementia journey in a sup-portive environment with others going through similar experiences. Learn about the brain, coping strategies, maximizing quality of life and planning for the future. Please register at the Century House office.Tuesday, 1:00 - 3:00 pmJune 9, 16, 23 & 30Registration: Free / 4 classes 38339

CENTURY HOUSE • 620 Eighth Street • 604.519.1066Mon. - Fri. 9:00 am - 9:00 pm Saturday 9:00 am - 4:00 pmSunday 12:00 - 4:00 pm

Getting to Know DementiaFor people experiencing early symptoms of dementia, as well as their family members or friends. Enhance your knowledge about dementia and learn about re-sources that are available at any stage of the disease. Please register at the Century House office.Thursday, 1:30 - 3:30 pmApril 30Registration: Free 37910

Registration Information:Registration starts Thursday, February 21 at 8:30 am.

Four convenient ways to register:1. In person2. By phone, 604.519.10663. Mail: 620 Eighth St., New Westminster, BC, V3M 3S24. Online Registration newwestcity.ca/rec Call office for PIN & internet login ID (first-time registrants only)

Registrations are handled on a first come, first served basis.

Refund PolicyRefunds are not provided for: • Programs offered by third-party service providers.• Missed classes where the customer has not withdrawn from the program.• Attendance after the end of the second class.A $10.00 withdrawal fee will be charged for withdraws between start of class and six days prior.Please note: Dates and times are subject to change

Financial AssistanceIf you are a New Westminster resident and find a pro-gram registration fee out of reach financially, assistance may be available. Please see one of the staff at the office for more information.

Don’t Be DisappointedMany of our programs fill up fast so be sure to register early. Sometimes excellent courses have to be cancelled because people wait until the last minute to register. Minimum numbers must be registered one week in ad-vance in order for a class to run so please register early!

2020 memberships and payment must accompany all registrations. Visa, MasterCard, debit, cheque and cash are accepted.

Enhancing Lives of Instructional Classes the 50+ Generation April to June 2020

Genealogy Recording - For the Family Record Level 2A continuation course for those who have completed the introductory program and have the handbook, ‘For the Family Record’. We will share progress and there will be time to discuss on-going research. Our main focus will be sharing progress and any issues that have risen in the process and creative ideas. This is a chance to showcase your handbook and get re-inspired. Important: Please bring along the handbook and any scrapbooking materials you wish to show to others. Saturday, 9:30 - 11:00 am (Mara Baudais)May 9Registration Fee: $10.00 37897

Computer LabSix computers are available for your use. Some lab hours are supported by volunteers (call for details). The lab is not available during some computer classes. Weekdays, 9:00 am - 2:30 pmSaturdays, 9:00 am - 3:30 pmSundays, 12:00 - 3:30 pmDrop-in Fee: Century House Membership

Partnership ProgramsTransition to Long-term CareA session for family members who are considering long-term care for someone living with dementia. Learn how to access long-term care, approach decision making, and prepare for the transition. Please register at the Century House office.Wednesday, 6:30 - 8:30 pmApril 15Registration Fee: Free 37905

Storytelling (19+ years)Polish your public speaking skills in a casual, conver-sational workshop focused on effective oral storytell-ing. Award-winning playwright and nationally touring performer Devon More shares her seven simple steps to telling stories that hold listeners captive. Participants take memorable snapshots from their own lives and cre-ate tales tailor-made to be heard aloud. New and re-turning participants welcome. Tues., Wed. & Thurs., 6:00 - 8:30 pm (Devon More)May 12 - 14 Registration Fee: $65.00 / 3 classes 37735

Prompting the MuseJump-start your creativity with spontaneous writing exer-cises that can be developed into finished stories and give you an opportunity to explore your creativity. The instruc-tor will provide helpful ideas for generating new ideas for stories. Each class will be a surprise, with different tech-niques for “Prompting the Muse” and will include a time for discussion and workshopping. Thursday, 2:30 - 4:00 pm (Ruth Kozak)April 9 - June 4 (no class May 21) Registration Fee: $49.50 / 8 classes 37739

Square DancingSquare-up for laughter and a swingin’ good time! Dis-cover the healthy benefits of Square dancing. You will enjoy the “low impact” exercise, mental stimulation and friendly group camaraderie. Monday, 12:00 - 1:00 pm Beginners (Janice Stevens)Monday, 1:00 - 3:00 pm MainstreamOngoingDrop-in Fee: $7.00

Higher LearningGenealogy Recording - For the Family Record IntroductionA presentation on the very effective recording tool ‘A Sim-ple Genealogy Handbook to Record Family History’ was developed after many years of collecting family history by presenter Mara Baudais. The 150-page handbook which spans five generations is included in a high quality pre-sentation binder allowing the pages to be moved around and to add inherited or researched facts, documents, family memorabilia and picture pages to make it personal and highly creative. No computer necessary! Tuesday, 9:30 - 11:00 am (Mara Baudais)May 5Registration Fee: $25.00 37891

FitnessAll instructors are BCRPA Third Age Certified

Light Exercise Includes breathing, stretching, balancing, chair exercises and a gentle aerobic walking component to familiar mu-sic. Tips on healthy living, osteoporosis, arthritis and fall prevention is included with lots of fun and humour. Move at your own pace. Monday, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm (Anya Olenchenko)OngoingDrop-in Fee: $4.50, $36.00 / 10 classes

Stretch & Strength Strengthen your muscles using light weights, tubing and your own body weight. Build endurance and maintain bone mass. Finish with stretching and relaxing.Tuesday, 9:30 - 10:30 am (Myken Brooks)Friday, 9:30 - 10:30 am (Colleen Waldron)OngoingDrop-in Fee: $4.50, $36.00 / 10 classes

Toning Focus on increasing endurance, in all major muscle groups, through the use of bands, weights and chair exercises. Improving your muscle tone will make every-day tasks easier and help improve bone density. Work at your own pace.Wednesday, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm (Gillian Wright)Friday, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm (Colleen Waldron)OngoingDrop-in Fee: $4.50, $36.00 / 10 classes

Yoga This class focuses on the importance of mindful breath-ing to prepare your body and mind to move through a gentle flow of poses, at your own pace, requiring differ-ent levels of strength and balance. A restful meditation closing will leave you feeling calm and centered. Mon., Tues. & Wed., 10:45 - 11:45 am (Myken Brooks)Drop-in Fee: $4.50, $36.00 / 10 classes

All Instructional Classes require a Century House membership.

Workout A stimulating aerobics class aimed at improving your heart health. Familiar music motivates you in these en-ergetic classes that include a low impact option. Em-phasis is on improving agility, reflexes, fun and moving for the joy of it. Classes may include resistance training, posture, balance work, stretching and relaxation for a balanced fitness program. Monday & Wednesday, 9:30 - 10:30 am (Myken Brooks)Thursday, 9:30 - 10:30 am (Gillian Wright)OngoingDrop-in Fee: $4.50, $36.00 / 10 classes

Century House Exercise Room (50+ Years)The space offers members a variety of easy to use exercise machines, cardiovascular equipment and free weights. Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 2:30 pmSaturday, 9:00 am - 2:30 pmSunday, 12:00 - 3:30 pmDrop-in Fee: $4.50, $36.00 / 10 visits

Exercise Room CircuitJoin a fun and energetic circuit training group in our fantastic exercise room. You will enjoy instructed and supervised workouts that include the use of cardio, weight equipment, free weights, stability balls, bosu & balance to achieve a full body workout. Work at your own pace and effort.Thursday, 9:30 - 10:30 am (Myken Brooks)April 2 - 30 37314May 14 - June 11 37316Thursday, 12:15 - 1:15 pmApril 2 - 30 37318May 14 - June 11 37321Registration Fee: $55.00 / 5 classes

Zumba GoldZumba fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms with easy-to-follow dance moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program. Routines feature interval training where fast and slow rhythms and resistance training are combined to tone and sculpt your body while burn-ing fat. These Zumba Gold classes are specialized for older adults. Saturday, 9:30 - 10:30 am (Janice Stevens)April 11 - May 9 (no class April 25) Registration Fee: $34.00 / 4 classes 37329

Exploring with Pencil Crayons - IntermediateA continuation for those who have completed Beginner and Levels 2 & 3. More time will be given for each les-son and repetition to increase your depth of learning and understanding. New lessons are introduced so that you can progress at your own pace.Monday, 7:00 - 9:00 pm (Mimi Kemball)April 6 - June 15 (no class April 13, 20 & May 18) Registration Fee: $74.25 / 8 classes 37560

Dabble with Passion - Acrylic PaintingFor beginner to advanced artists. Learn how to get the most out of this versatile media. Demonstration and practice will include ways to use interesting textures and glazes, to enhance your unique finished work. Practice exercises will include basic colour mixing, blending, and brush stroke techniques. Please request suggested supply list before first class or pay the supply fee. Inquire at Century House office.Monday, 12:30 - 2:30 pm (Peri Nilan)April 20 - June 15 (no class may 18)Registration Fee: $87.00 / 8 classes 37639

Creative Drawing - All LevelsLearn step-by-step strategies to make drawing less intimi-dating and more fun, while developing basic skills and creativity. Use creative focus to relieve stress and boost brain plasticity. All supplies are included and you will take home a variety of completed projects, uniquely yours. Wednesday, 9:30 am - 12:00 pm (Peri Nilan)April 8 - May 20 (no class May 8)Registration Fee: $98.00 / 6 classes 37640

StrumFunHave you thought about playing a musical instrument? We can teach you how to play basics in a fun group. We may even do some singing (it does not matter if you can’t carry a tune in a basket). Reading music is not required and you can join anytime. All you need is a ukulele, a tuner and be prepared to have fun. Tuesday, 2:30 - 4:00 pm (Carla Krens)April 7 - June 23 (no class June 9)Registration Fee: Free / 11 classes 37641

Ukulele Beginners - Level 1Learn how to strum, play chords and sing along. Saturday, 2:30 - 3:45 pm (Kaitlin Deavy)April 4 - June 13 (no class April 25, May 9, 16 & June 6)Registration Fee: $56.50 / 7 classes 37653

Ukulele Beginners - Level 2For those having completed the beginner course or some ukulele experience. Continue progressing with strumming, changing chords and singing along. Saturday, 1:00 - 2:15 pm (Kaitlin Deavy)April 4 - June 13 (no class April 25, May 9, 16 & June 6)Registration Fee: $56.50 / 7 classes 37651

Ukulele IntermediateFor those who are comfortable changing chords and have mastered basic strumming patterns. Students will learn more chords, additional strumming and finger-picking patterns and music theory. Saturday, 11:15 am - 12:45 pm (Kaitlin Deavy)April 4 - June 13 (no class April 25, May 9, 16 & June 6)Registration Fee: $70.50 / 7 classes 37650

Ukulele AdvancedFor those with extensive playing experience. Friday, 10:00 - 11:30 am (Joel MacKenzie)April 17 - June 19 Registration Fee: $90.00 / 10 classes 38330

Ukulele OrchestraFor advanced and intermediate players. We will focus on learning tunes in separate parts, and less on theory or skilled practice. After the last day, we will perform at Century House.Thursday, 4:00 - 6:00 pm (Joel MacKenzie)April 16 - June 18 38334Concert: June 20, 1:00 pm 39026Registration Fee: $92.50 / 10 classes

Ukulele SongNEXT LEVEL STRUMMINGLearn to play new strumming patterns and create your own! For beginner players and up. (Joel MacKenzie)

READING MUSIC ON THE UKULELE For those who have never read music notation or those who know the basics and wish to expand their knowl-edge. Learn new musical keys and how to practice. For beginner players and up. Tuesday, 10:00 - 11:30 am (Joel MacKenzie)April 28 (Next Level Strumming) 38335May 19 (Reading Music on the Ukulele) 38336Registration Fee: $11.00 / class

Hatha YogaHatha focuses on postures and conscious breathing to develop body awareness, strength, flexibility and re-laxation. Through proper alignment and mindful body actions, you will move through a gentle flow of poses, at your own pace, to encourage a sense of calm and peace that reduces stress to create physical and mental balance. Done in ambient lighting to calm the nervous system for a good night’s rest!Friday, 5:45 - 6:45 pm (Tanya Boucher)April 3 - June 19 (no class April 10 & 24)Registration Fee: $68.50 / 10 classes 38408Drop-in Fee: $10.00

Yoga (50+ years)Yoga balances body, mind and spirit through gentle exercises and breathing. Yoga also enhances physical vitality and mental clarity. Please wear loose, comfort-able clothing and bring a small blanket. Tuesday, 9:00 - 10:30 am (Rose-Marie Preston)April 7 - June 23 (no class April 21, June 9)Registration Fee: $88.00 / 10 classes 37338

Taoist Tai Chi Arts - Beginning Level IITaoist Tai Chi arts reduce stress, improve balance and have a beneficial effect on many conditions. The gen-tle, internal movements are balanced throughout the body and have a calming effect on the mind. An ac-credited volunteer instructor from Fung Loy Kok Insti-tute of Taoism will teach this class. On completion of this beginning course, students will be ready to join a Taoist Tai Chi arts continuing level class. Tuesday, 1:00 - 2:00 pm (Sylvia Davis)April 7 - June 16 (no class June 9) Registration Fee: $29.00 / 10 classes 37348

Taoist Tai Chi Arts - Continuing LevelTaoist Tai Chi practice reduces stress, improves balance and has a beneficial effect on many conditions. The gentle, internal movements are balanced throughout the body and have a calming effect on the mind. The continuing level class will help students progress along this path. An accredited volunteer instructor from Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism will teach this class, which is open to anyone interested in improving their health through Taoist Tai Chiarts. Wednesday, 1:00 - 3:00 pm (Mary Hardy)April 8 - June 10 Registration Fee: $43.50 / 10 classes 37349

Fit FellowsAn introductory exercise class designed for men only. Strengthen your muscles using light weights, tubing and your own body weight to build endurance and maintain bone mass. This class will finish off with stretching and relaxing. Work at your own pace. Thursday, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm (Myken Brooks)April 2 - 30 37305May 14 - June 11 37306Registration Fee: $30.00 / 5 classes

Better BalanceDesigned to help challenge stability, improve mobility and prevent falls. Learn how balance works and why it is essential to maintaining good health. Exercises focus on static and dynamic balance, improving posture; strength-ening the core and lower body muscles will assist in main-taining and increasing flexibility, coordination and agility. It’s never too late to improve your balance.Thursday, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm (Colleen Waldron)April 9 - May 14Registration Fee: $52.00 / 6 classes 37307

Better Balance Level IIIntended for those who have completed Better Balance Level I and wish to continue to challenge themselves. This progressive program incorporates fun and dynamic exer-cises and equipment that will help participants continue to improve balance and maintain functional mobility. Thursday 12:10 - 1:10 pm (Colleen Waldron)April 9 - May 14Registration Fee: $52.00 / 6 classes 37309

Fundamental Stretching for Mature Women No matter how fit we are changes happen with age. Older, well used joints are more susceptible to stress and past injuries come back to haunt us. We need stretching that is specific to our needs. Deanne will teach essential, pain free, stress free, safe and effective stretching that relates to the activities of daily living and addresses the biological changes that we all experience. Attendance in the first class is a pre-requisite to complete the class. Monday, 6:00 - 7:15 pm (Deanna Rapacioli)April 20 - June 1 (no class May 18)Registration Fee: $65.50 / 6 classes 37328

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All Instructional Classes require a Century House membership.

Creative TouchPottery: Hand Built Tableware (19+ years)Our well-equipped studio is perfect for learning how to create functional pottery using a variety of techniques. Suitable for beginner and intermediate levels. All fir-ings are included. Clay is extra and can be purchased through the studio.Tuesday, 6:30 - 8:30 pm (Rylie McGuire)April 7 - June 9 37352Wednesday, 6:30 - 8:30 pmApril 8 - June 10 37353Registration Fee: $141.75 / 10 classes

PotteryFive weeks of instruction with five-weeks of technical support is the perfect combination in our well-equipped studio. The instructor and potters determine topics. Clay is an extra fee and can be purchased through the studio.Tuesday, 12:30 - 2:30 pm (Rylie McGuire)April 7 - June 9 Registration Fee: $126.00 / 10 classes 37351

Beginner’s Drawing & WatercolourCover the basics of drawing with pencil and ink, flow-ing into watercolour pencils and, explore techniques of watercolours on paper. Each week has a new project to advance your skills. Please bring a pencil, eraser and sketch book. Supplies will be discussed in the first class.Beginners - Tuesday, 9:30 - 11:30 am (Riette Gordon)Beg./Int. - Tuesday, 10:00 am - 12:00 pmApril 7 - June 9 Registration Fee: $112.50 / 10 classes 37601

Intermediate Watercolour For experienced watercolour artists seeking to improve their skills. We will focus on composition, design, and mixing pure colours. Students will be guided through various projects through demonstrations, individual guidance and critiques. Suggested supply list will be discussed in the first class.Friday, 12:30 - 2:30 pm (Riette Gordon)April 3 - June 12 (no class April 10)Registration Fee: $112.50 / 10 classes 37604

Advanced WatercolourFor experienced watercolour artists at an advanced level, this progressive class will guide students in the creation of several watercolour pieces through dem-onstrations, individual guidance and critiques. A sug-gested supply list is available, you are welcome to bring your own supplies. Friday, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm (Riette Gordon)April 3 - June 12 (no class April 10)Registration Fee: $112.50 / 10 classes 37603

Beginner CartooningLearn to create cartoon characters and comic books! Course will include inventing characters, facial expres-sions, proportion, comic book layout, setting the scene and more. Characters can be human, non-human, ani-mal, robots, anything you can dream up.Thursday, 1:30 - 3:30 pm (Mimi Kemball)May 7 - June 11 Registration Fee: $65.00 / 6 classes 37562

Exploring with Pencil Crayons - BeginnersPencil crayons are a versatile medium and an excel-lent introduction to colour. Lessons include layering, hatching, impressed line, shading and form, colour and theory, burnishing, space, depth and composition. Individual attention is given and a supply list is avail-able at registration. Saturday, 12:30 - 2:30 pm (Mimi Kemball)April 4 - May 30 (no class April 25)Registration Fee: $74.25 / 8 classes 37559

MeditationWe will work to shift from the stressful fight or flight nervous system or sympathetic nervous system into the calming, intuitive, receiving parasympathetic nervous system. In this state, this is where healing in the body and mind can take place. We meditate in a non-judg-mental, highly supportive environment-together.Thursday, 1:00 - 2:00 pm (Tanya Boucher)April 2 - 30 (no class April 23) 38552May 7 - June 4 (no class May 21) 38554Registration Fee: $35.00 / 4 classes

Women’s Wellness CircleA welcoming drop-in series for mature women where we focus on healthy aging, prevention and wellness, and offer education, friendship, equanimity and respect. We offer an environment in which women can increase their knowledge and understanding of aging well, en-joy spirited discussion, exchange ideas and connect with other women who share a desire to enjoy a full life re-gardless of age. Our spring schedule includes an up-date on sleep, sleep hygiene and stress; an introduction to epigenetics; the surprising and ironic ways in which the brain processes information; a reality check on the myths and facts around aging - and lots more. Why not join us for these interesting, light hearted gatherings? Thursday, 10:45 am - 12:15 pm (Deanna Rapacioli)April 2 34211April 30 34212May 21 37326June 11 37327Monday, 7:00 - 8:30 pmApril 6 33674Registration Fee: $6.75, Drop-in Fee: $6.75

ActivAge (65+ years) Want to get more physically active? This fun and social program will get you moving in a relaxed and inviting class environment with like-minded people. The class includes discussions and handouts to help you improve your overall health and physical well-being. You have two different program options to choose from: Option 1: strengthening muscles that are used dailyOption 2: strengthening muscles that are used in ac-tivities and sports. Option 1 Wednesday, 12:30 - 1:30 pm (Robin Masters)April 8 - June 24 37552 Option 2 Wednesday, 1:45 - 2:45 pm (Robin Masters)April 8 - June 24 37554Registration Fee: Free / 12 classes

SIRvivor BC: Prostate Cancer Exercise Program NEW! A group-based exercise program for men living with pros-tate cancer. This 12-week program is led twice a week by a BCRPA-registered Fitness Leader with additional cancer exercise training, to address the needs of men with pros-tate cancer. The PCSC program will focus on resistance training, flexibility, balance and aerobic exercise.Wednesday & Saturday, 11:15 am - 12:15 pmApril 8 - June 27 (no class April 18, 22 & 25)Registration Fee: $120.00 / 21 classes 37885 $50.00 New Participants

Get Up & Go!This entry level program helps with balance and mobil-ity impairments with an emphasis on safety. You will improve strength, balance and coordination as well as functional ability, independence and quality of life. For a referral, contact Fraser Health Fall & Injury Preven-tion, 604.587.7866. Wednesday, 12:30 - 1:30 pm (Jenny Mah)Fridays, 12:30 - 1:30 pm April 1 - June 12 (no class April 10 & 24) Registration Fee: $66.00 / 20 classes 37333

Choose to Move (65+ years) Join us to help introduce the habit of physical activity into your daily life in ways that make sense for you. The program is free, flexible, and provides you with the motivation and support to become more active. You will work with a trained activity coach who will support you to develop a physical activity plan made just for you. Please register for this session, then an activity coach will contact you directly. Information Session: (Robin Masters)Wednesday April 22, 3:00 - 4:30 pm 37546Register after Information Session.Motivational Meetings: Wednesday, 3:00 - 4:45 pm

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