Thursday, May 12May 6–13, 2016 Move for Health Festival Minoru Park, 7191 Granville Avenue Friday,...

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HEALTH WEEK Celebrate Move for Health Week in Richmond with these fun, active and educational sessions that promote the benefits of healthy active living for people of all ages. Details can be found at: www.richmond.ca/moveforhealth May 6–13, 2016 Move for Health Festival Minoru Park, 7191 Granville Avenue Friday, May 6, 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. Celebrate Move for Health Day on May 6 at Minoru Park and discover some of the many opportunities for your family to be active in Richmond! Discover Your Sport with Richmond Sports Council—try out activities offered by local sports organizations • View/participate in ongoing demonstrations • Walk with Your Doc Meet Active Jack, the Move for Health mascot Try tasty fare from the Burger Bus Visit www.richmond.ca/moveforhealth for a full schedule of events. Remember • Parking will be limited; plan to walk, ride, or take transit. • Bring a water bottle; the Water Station will be on site! City of Richmond 6911 No. 3 Road, Richmond, BC V6Y 2C1 www.richmond.ca The City of Richmond’s Move for Health Week initiative is delivered in partnership with Vancouver Coastal Health, the City’s Community Association partners and local sports organizations through Richmond Sports Council. /CityofRichmondBC @Richmond_BC Wednesday, May 11 All Drop-in Fitness Classes City Centre Community Centre, 5900 Minoru Blvd May 6 – 13 .......................................................... Free/Drop-in All Drop-in Fitness Classes and Fitness Centre Hamilton Community Centre, 5140 Smith Dr. May 6 – 13.......................................... Bring a Friend for Free Wee Walk Celebration Minoru Park, 7191 Granville Ave An event for preschool children, their parents and grandparents! 10:00 a.m. – noon Intermediate Step Class — 18+yrs West Richmond Community Centre, 9180 No. 1 Road Challenging step patterns and a more intense class. Previous step experienced preferred. 9:15 – 10:30 a.m.................................................. Free/Drop-in Parent & Tot Drop-In Lesson — 6 mos to 3yrs Minoru Aquatic Centre, 7560 Minoru Gate Instructor led activities and games. Tips and techniques for introducing your child to water activities. 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. ......................... Regular Drop-in fee Intro to GeoQuest — All ages Richmond Nature Park, 11851 Westminster Hwy Geocaching is a worldwide treasure hunt that you can play with a GPS or a smartphone! Try out this fun, family friendly activity with help from an experienced geocacher. 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. .................................................. Free/Drop-in Nordic Pole Walking — 55+yrs Steveston Community Centre, 4111 Moncton St Learn how to walk with poles for an enhanced aerobic and strength workout. Poles are available for use. 1:30 – 2:15 p.m. ................................ Free/Barcode #1505618 Line Dancing — Variety — 55+ City Centre Community Centre, 5900 Minoru Blvd Try this new class that focuses on fundamental steps of line dancing that are adaptable to a variety of music including country, ballroom, rock and roll, disco, Latin and pop. 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. ................................ Free/Barcode #1509918 Public Skating — All ages Richmond Ice Centre, 14140 Triangle Road 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. ............... (skate rentals $3.00) Free/Drop-in Proper Posture, Healthy Spine — 16+yrs Thompson Community Centre, 5151 Granville Ave Learn proper posture and ergonomics for a healthy back. Dr. Natalie Siu the owner of Dr. Siu Chiropractic will present an informative session on exercises related to back health. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothes if they desire try out some of the exercises. 6:45 – 7:45 p.m. ................................ Free/Barcode #1504318 Thursday, May 12 All Drop-in Fitness Classes City Centre Community Centre, 5900 Minoru Blvd May 6 – 13 .......................................................... Free/Drop-in All Drop-in Fitness Classes and Fitness Centre Hamilton Community Centre, 5140 Smith Dr. May 6 – 13.......................................... Bring a Friend for Free Just Move — 13+yrs South Arm Community Centre, 8880 Williams Rd Move through a series of agility, strength & balance stations under the direction of a personal trainer. 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. ................................ Free/Barcode #1506618 Time Out — All ages Richmond Nature Park, 11851 Westminster Hwy Take a break — connect with nature and your kids through special activities including the Time Trail Challenge. 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. .................................................. Free/Drop-in Drop-in Basketball – All ages West Richmond Community Centre, 9180 No. 1 Rd 6:30 – 9:15 p.m. .................................................. Free/Drop-in Friday, May 13 All Drop-in Fitness Classes City Centre Community Centre, 5900 Minoru Blvd May 6 – 13 .......................................................... Free/Drop-in All Drop-in Fitness Classes and Fitness Centre Hamilton Community Centre, 5140 Smith Dr. May 6 – 13.......................................... Bring a Friend for Free Ball Workout — 18+yrs Thompson Community Centre, 5151 Granville Ave Effective and safe use of the ball taught to condition the core and improve balance. Join us for food and prizes after the class. 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. ................................................ Free/Drop-in Ease into Fitness — 55+ West Richmond Community Centre, 9180 No. 1 Rd New to Fitness? Work your heart and muscles and enjoy a relaxing stretch while learning how to have a healthier body and reach achievable goals in this gentle fitness class. 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. ...................................... Free/Drop-in Point, Flex, Ballet! — 18+yrs Richmond Arts Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate Join Miyouki Jego, Richmond Art Centre’s senior instructor, to learn some basic ballet techniques and choreography. 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. .................... Free/Barcode #1506818 Qigong for Health — 55+ West Richmond Community Centre, 9180 No. 1 Rd Maintain health, increase vitality and experience inner peace and healing with this ancient form of Chinese medicine that includes gentle physical movements, breathing techniques and meditation led by a medical Qigong therapist. 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. .................................................. Free/Drop-in

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Page 1: Thursday, May 12May 6–13, 2016 Move for Health Festival Minoru Park, 7191 Granville Avenue Friday, May 6, 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. Celebrate Move for Health Day on May 6 at Minoru Park

HEALTH WE

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Celebrate Move for Health Week in Richmond with these fun, active and educational

sessions that promote the benefits of healthy active living for people of all ages.

Details can be found at: www.richmond.ca/moveforhealth

May 6–13, 2016

Move for Health FestivalMinoru Park, 7191 Granville AvenueFriday, May 6, 6:00 – 8:30 p.m.Celebrate Move for Health Day on May 6 at Minoru Park and discover some of the many opportunities for your family to be active in Richmond!• Discover Your Sport with Richmond Sports

Council—try out activities offered by local sports organizations

• View/participate in ongoing demonstrations• Walk with Your Doc• Meet Active Jack, the Move for Health mascot• Try tasty fare from the Burger BusVisit www.richmond.ca/moveforhealth for a full schedule of events.

Remember• Parking will be limited; plan

to walk, ride, or take transit.• Bring a water bottle; the

Water Station will be on site!

City of Richmond6911 No. 3 Road, Richmond, BC V6Y 2C1

www.richmond.ca

The City of Richmond’s Move for Health Week initiative is delivered in partnership with Vancouver Coastal Health, the City’s Community Association partners and local sports organizations through Richmond Sports Council.

/CityofRichmondBC @Richmond_BC

Wednesday, May 11All Drop-in Fitness ClassesCity Centre Community Centre, 5900 Minoru BlvdMay 6 – 13 ..........................................................Free/Drop-in

All Drop-in Fitness Classes and Fitness CentreHamilton Community Centre, 5140 Smith Dr. May 6 – 13 ..........................................Bring a Friend for Free

Wee Walk CelebrationMinoru Park, 7191 Granville AveAn event for preschool children, their parents and grandparents!10:00 a.m. – noon

Intermediate Step Class — 18+yrsWest Richmond Community Centre, 9180 No. 1 RoadChallenging step patterns and a more intense class. Previous step experienced preferred.9:15 – 10:30 a.m. .................................................Free/Drop-in

Parent & Tot Drop-In Lesson — 6 mos to 3yrsMinoru Aquatic Centre, 7560 Minoru GateInstructor led activities and games. Tips and techniques for introducing your child to water activities.11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. ......................... Regular Drop-in fee

Intro to GeoQuest — All agesRichmond Nature Park, 11851 Westminster HwyGeocaching is a worldwide treasure hunt that you can play with a GPS or a smartphone! Try out this fun, family friendly activity with help from an experienced geocacher.1:00 – 4:00 p.m. ..................................................Free/Drop-in

Nordic Pole Walking — 55+yrsSteveston Community Centre, 4111 Moncton StLearn how to walk with poles for an enhanced aerobic and strength workout. Poles are available for use.1:30 – 2:15 p.m. ................................Free/Barcode #1505618

Line Dancing — Variety — 55+City Centre Community Centre, 5900 Minoru BlvdTry this new class that focuses on fundamental steps of line dancing that are adaptable to a variety of music including country, ballroom, rock and roll, disco, Latin and pop.2:30 – 3:30 p.m. ................................Free/Barcode #1509918

Public Skating — All agesRichmond Ice Centre, 14140 Triangle Road6:00 – 7:30 p.m. ............... (skate rentals $3.00) Free/Drop-in

Proper Posture, Healthy Spine — 16+yrsThompson Community Centre, 5151 Granville AveLearn proper posture and ergonomics for a healthy back. Dr. Natalie Siu the owner of Dr. Siu Chiropractic will present an informative session on exercises related to back health. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothes if they desire try out some of the exercises.6:45 – 7:45 p.m. ................................Free/Barcode #1504318

Thursday, May 12All Drop-in Fitness ClassesCity Centre Community Centre, 5900 Minoru BlvdMay 6 – 13 ..........................................................Free/Drop-in

All Drop-in Fitness Classes and Fitness CentreHamilton Community Centre, 5140 Smith Dr. May 6 – 13 ..........................................Bring a Friend for Free

Just Move — 13+yrsSouth Arm Community Centre, 8880 Williams RdMove through a series of agility, strength & balance stations under the direction of a personal trainer.5:00 – 6:00 p.m. ................................Free/Barcode #1506618

Time Out — All agesRichmond Nature Park, 11851 Westminster HwyTake a break — connect with nature and your kids through special activities including the Time Trail Challenge.6:00 – 8:00 p.m. ..................................................Free/Drop-in

Drop-in Basketball – All agesWest Richmond Community Centre, 9180 No. 1 Rd6:30 – 9:15 p.m. ..................................................Free/Drop-in

Friday, May 13All Drop-in Fitness ClassesCity Centre Community Centre, 5900 Minoru BlvdMay 6 – 13 ..........................................................Free/Drop-in

All Drop-in Fitness Classes and Fitness CentreHamilton Community Centre, 5140 Smith Dr. May 6 – 13 ..........................................Bring a Friend for Free

Ball Workout — 18+yrsThompson Community Centre, 5151 Granville AveEffective and safe use of the ball taught to condition the core and improve balance. Join us for food and prizes after the class.9:15 – 10:15 a.m. ................................................Free/Drop-in

Ease into Fitness — 55+West Richmond Community Centre, 9180 No. 1 RdNew to Fitness? Work your heart and muscles and enjoy a relaxing stretch while learning how to have a healthier body and reach achievable goals in this gentle fitness class.11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. ......................................Free/Drop-in

Point, Flex, Ballet! — 18+yrsRichmond Arts Centre, 7700 Minoru GateJoin Miyouki Jego, Richmond Art Centre’s senior instructor, to learn some basic ballet techniques and choreography.11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. ....................Free/Barcode #1506818

Qigong for Health — 55+West Richmond Community Centre, 9180 No. 1 RdMaintain health, increase vitality and experience inner peace and healing with this ancient form of Chinese medicine that includes gentle physical movements, breathing techniques and meditation led by a medical Qigong therapist.2:30 – 3:30 p.m. ..................................................Free/Drop-in

Page 2: Thursday, May 12May 6–13, 2016 Move for Health Festival Minoru Park, 7191 Granville Avenue Friday, May 6, 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. Celebrate Move for Health Day on May 6 at Minoru Park

Friday, May 6All Drop-in Fitness ClassesCity Centre Community Centre, 5900 Minoru BlvdMay 6 – 13 ..........................................................Free/Drop-in

All Drop-in Fitness Classes and Fitness CentreHamilton Community Centre, 5140 Smith Dr. May 6 – 13 ..........................................Bring a Friend for Free

Mega Youth Night — 13 – 18yrsCity Centre Community Centre, 5900 Minoru BlvdThis free event has an array of different activities, such as pool, air hockey, glow-in-the-dark capture the flag/dodge ball, Karaoke and more! Come out, be active and have fun!8:00 – 11:00 p.m. ................................................Free/Drop-in

Move for Health Festival (All ages)Minoru Park, 7191 Granville Ave6:00–8:30 p.m.See back panel for more details.

Saturday, May 7All Drop-in Fitness ClassesCity Centre Community Centre, 5900 Minoru BlvdMay 6 – 13 ..........................................................Free/Drop-in

All Drop-in Fitness Classes and Fitness CentreHamilton Community Centre, 5140 Smith Dr. May 6 – 13 ..........................................Bring a Friend for Free

Retro Fit — 13+yrsCity Centre Community Centre, 5900 Minoru BlvdBreak out your leg warmers, sweat band, and fluorescent colours!! Rock to Madonna and Culture Club in this multilevel, old fashioned group fitness class where you can win draw prizes including a one month total Fitness Pass9:00 – 10:00 a.m. ................................................Free/Drop-in

Group Cycling Beginner — 13+yrsSteveston Community Centre, 4111 Moncton StLearn proper technique and form on the spin bikes.10:00 – 10:45 a.m. ............................Free/Barcode #1505668

Make Time for Nature! — All agesRichmond Nature Park, 11851 Westminster HwyTravel through time at the Richmond Nature Park by taking the Time Trail Challenge — a brand new scavenger hunt for all ages.11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. ........................................Free/Drop-in

Colour Bonanza — 13 – 18yrsHamilton Community Centre, 5140 Smith DrGrab some friends and choose a team name. Wear a white t-shirt and clothes that can get dirty, and let the colour games begin! The purpose of this awesome event is to stain the most people with your team’s colour. Expect prizes, paint slip and slide, spray paint art, paint twister, food and tons of fun!12:00 – 2:00 p.m. ................................................Free/Drop-in

Just Move — 13+yrsSouth Arm Community Centre, 8880 Williams RdMove through a series of agility, strength and balance stations under the direction of a personal trainer.1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ................................Free/Barcode #1506568

Afternoon Tea Dance — 55+yrsMinoru Place Activity Centre, 7660 Minoru GateSocialize, get some exercise and enjoy light refreshments in the main hall.1:00 – 3:30 p.m. ............................ $10.00/Barcode #1288958

Bubble Soccer — 13 – 18yrsWest Richmond Community Centre, 9180 No. 1 Rd.Join this action-packed modified version of soccer that includes playing five on five all while enclosed in a personal, plastic bubble that is both safe and fun!4:00 – 6:00 p.m. ................................Free/Barcode #1514068

Watermaniacs — 13 – 18yrsWatermania, 14300 Entertainment BlvdThis free youth event will include a DJ, games and prizes!7:00 – 9:00 p.m. ..................................................Free/Drop-in

Sunday, May 8All Drop-in Fitness Classes and Fitness CentreHamilton Community Centre, 5140 Smith Dr. May 6 – 13 ..........................................Bring a Friend for Free

Parent & Tot Physical Literacy Playtime — up to 5yrsThompson Community Centre, 5151 Granville AveLearn how to run, jump, roll, balance and catch together. Parent participation required.10:40 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. ......................................Free/Drop-in

Group Cycling Beginner – 18+yrsWest Richmond Community Centre, 9180 No.1 RdLearn proper technique and form on the spin bikes.11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. ....................Free/Barcode #1510618

Zumba — 18+yrs (13+yrs with adult)Cambie Community Centre, 12800 Cambie RdJoin us for a Mother’s Day celebration bring the whole family and move for your health on the dance floor!11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. ......................................Free/Drop-in

Pickleball — All agesWest Richmond Community Centre, 9180 No. 1 RoadPlay this simple, fast-paced game that combines ping pong, tennis and badminton on a badminton size court using wooden paddles and a plastic wiffle ball.1:15 – 2:15 p.m. ..................................................Free/Drop-in

Family Open Gym — All agesWest Richmond Community Centre, 9180 No. 1 RdJoin us on Sunday at Family Open Gym. Basketballs, soccer balls, volleyballs, hockey equipment all available to use. Parents/caregivers are required to stay with children.2:15 – 4:15 p.m. ..................................................Free/Drop-in

Monday, May 9All Drop-in Fitness ClassesCity Centre Community Centre, 5900 Minoru BlvdMay 6 – 13 ..........................................................Free/Drop-in

All Drop-in Fitness Classes and Fitness CentreHamilton Community Centre, 5140 Smith Dr. May 6 – 13 ..........................................Bring a Friend for Free

Time Flies — 55+Richmond Nature Park, 11851 Westminster HwyGuided walk to explore the history and the future of the Nature Park. Participants will take the Time Trail Challenge as well.10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. ......................................Free/Drop-in

Parent & Tot Lesson — 3yrsMinoru Aquatic Centre, 7560 Minoru GateInstructor lead activities and games. Tips and techniques for introducing your child to water activities.11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. ......................... Regular Drop-in fee

Yin Yang Yoga — 55+West Richmond Community Centre, 9180 No. 1 RdIncorporate classical and Taoist yoga to further develop strength, flexibility and balance that focuses on the stillness of the mind, body and spirit. Mat required at each class.2:30 – 3:45 p.m. ..................................................Free/Drop-in

Tuesday, May 10All Drop-in Fitness ClassesCity Centre Community Centre, 5900 Minoru BlvdMay 6 – 13 ..........................................................Free/Drop-in

All Drop-in Fitness Classes and Fitness CentreHamilton Community Centre, 5140 Smith Dr. May 6 – 13 ..........................................Bring a Friend for Free

Swimming Stroke Tips — 13 +yrsWatermania, 14300 Entertainment BlvdReceive swimming feedback and stroke correction from one of our swim instructors during your morning swim.7:00 – 8:30 a.m. ...................................... Regular Drop-in fee

Dance Fitness Class — 18+yrsThompson Community Centre, 5151 Granville AveTone and sculpt with this cardiovascular workout of fun and easy-to-follow routines set to zesty Latin and international music.9:15 – 10:15 a.m. .................................................Free/Drop-in

Nordic Pole Walk/Circuit — 55+West Richmond Community Centre, 9180 No. 1 RdWalk using poles for an aerobic and conditioning workout combined with excercises on the Seniors Fitness Circuit. Poles are available for use.11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. ......................................Free/Drop-in

Tai Chi in the Park — 55+yrsSteveston Community Centre, 4111 Moncton StSimplified Yang style Tai Chi.1:30 – 2:15 p.m. ................................Free/Barcode #1152732

Nordic Pole Walking — 55+yrsMinoru Place Activity Centre, 7660 Minoru GateWalk using poles for an aerobic and muscle conditioning workout. Poles are available for use.1:30 – 2:15 p.m. ................................Free/Barcode #1505568

Ballroom Dance — 55+City Centre Community Centre, 5900 Minoru BlvdLearn the basic steps of the Jive, Cha Cha, Waltz and Foxtrot. Singles and pairs welcome.1:30 – 3:00 p.m. ................................Free/Barcode #1304308

Family Yoga in the Park — All agesThompson Community Centre, 5151 Granville AveThis all skill and fitness levels class improves coordination, strength and flexibility.5:00 – 6:00 p.m. ................................Free/Barcode #1513668

Time Out — All agesRichmond Nature Park, 11851 Westminster HwyTake a break – connect with nature and your kids through special activities including the Time Trail Challenge.6:00 – 8:00 p.m. ..................................................Free/Drop-in

Group Cycling Beginner — 13+yrsSouth Arm Community Centre, 8880 Williams RdLearn proper technique and form on the spin bikes.6:45 – 7:30 p.m. ................................Free/Barcode #1506668

The City of Richmond and its community partners bring you the following

HEALTH 2016activities. All sessions with an accompanying barcode # require registration. Please register at 604-276-4300, by calling the facility directly or at www.richmond.ca/register.

All sessions are FREE unless otherwise indicated.