Children and Youth Programs

Friday Night Activities

• Fantastic Fridays (5-12 years)

  Fantastic Fridays! (5-12 years)

  Looking for something fun to keep your kids entertained on a Friday evening? This program is packed with exciting theme-based activities that kids will love, giving them a chance to stay active and make new friends. Participants will enjoy structured activities with a light snack.  Meanwhile, you can take some well-deserved time to relax, run errands, or recharge. (Open to ALL – non-military welcome)
  
  Location: CPAC
  Date: Fridays
  Time: 6:15pm - 8:00pm
  Cost: $9.50 per child 

  January 6 - Laser Nerf Night
  January 16 - Stage Stars
  February 6 - Camp Out Night
  February 27 - Slimy Science
• Jr. Leader Program

  Jr. Leader Program 

  (Ages 12+ after completion of Leader in Training Program) 

  
  Want to gain more experience with working with children and youth? Need volunteer hours for school? This program is for you! Join us in our camps in a leadership role. You will learn what it takes to be a PSP Recreation Leader, gain experience in leading a group through games and activities, learn policies and procedures, and have fun while doing it! 
  
  Cost: $29.00 per day
  *Cost covers out-trips, swimming, uniform for the day, and additional resources 
  Date: Program available whenever camps are running 
  Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm 
  Location: TBD on which camp the Jr Leader is assigned to
  
  
  Please contact recreationcpac@forces.gc.ca
  Attn: Children and Youth Program Supervisor if interested in this program.
• Kindergym - PSP (All Ages)

  Kindergym - PSP (All Ages) 

  Kindergym - PSP (All Ages)
  Join us for exciting indoor play! The gym will be full of our ride-on toys, active and imaginative toys, balls, slide, and more. FREE coffee and tea for adults and a chance to meet with friends and play inside. Please note: this is not a drop off program and parent supervision and attendance are required. 
  
  Location: CPAC    
  Dates: Mondays & Wednesdays, Jan 5 – March 11 
  *No program on STAT Holidays
  Time: 9:30am-11:30am DROP-IN
  Cost: $2.50/child (including tax), infants under the age of 1 are free 
• Science and Swim (5-12 years)

  Science and Swim (5-12 years) 

  This program is a fun swim at the JDF pool followed by a science experiment or activity back at CPAC. Drop the kids off at the pool, and we will walk back to CPAC for a light snack and science activity! Parents also have the option of packing a dinner and we will have a dedicated time for a quick meal. 

  Location
  Drop Off: Juan de Fuca Pool
  Pick Up: CPAC
  
  Date: Fridays
  Time: 5:00pm - 8:00pm 
  Cost: $12.00 per child 
  
  January 23 - Science of Snow
  February 13 - Science of Light
  March 6 - Science of Bubbles
• Shotokan Karate Combo Class (Adult and Children 7 Years+)

  Shotokan Karate Combo Class (Adult and Children 7 Years+)

  Karate is a striking art using punching, kicking, knee and elbow strikes, and open-handed techniques such as knife-hands. The aim of the Karate program is to teach traditional Shotokan Karate and to foster the development of karate through seminars, tournaments, and exposure to world-class karate and other martial arts instructors.  Such benefits of this karate program include:
  
  ⦁    Many different training times and two different locations;
  ⦁    Affordable way to learn or practice your karate skills;
  ⦁    A fun way to work on your cardio, flexibility, coordination, stress relief, and quicken your reflexes while training in a safe and supervised environment.
  
  *Please note all participants are required to be registered on both Karate BC and ShotoCanada
  
  Beginners are always welcome throughout the year. 
  
  Location: Naden Athletic Centre 
  Dates: 05 Jan – 30 Mar 
  Time: Monday/Wednesdays, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
  Cost: Adult - $175 Regular/ $200 Ordinary/ $225 Associate
  Child (Under 18 yrs) - $125 Regular/ $150 Ordinary/ $175 Associate
  
  Location: Colwood Pacific Activity Centre
  Dates: 06 Jan - 12 Mar
  *No Sessions during spring break.
  Times: Tuesday/Thursday, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
  Cost: Adult - $175 Regular/ $200 Ordinary/ $225 Associate
  Child (Under 18 yrs) - $125 Regular/ $150 Ordinary/ $175 Associate
  
  Additional Advanced Training
  Location: Naden Athletic Centre
  Dates: Fridays, 5:45-6:45pm and Saturday 8:00-9:00am
  Cost: Adult - $130 Regular/ $143 Ordinary/ $169 Associate
  Child (Under 18 yrs) - $104 Regular/ $117 Ordinary/ $125 Associate
  Unlimited classes January - March (25 Sessions at NAC & 20 Sessions at CPAC)

• PSP PANAGO Movie Nights (5-12 years)

  
  PSP PANAGO Movie Nights (5-12 years) 

  This program is the perfect opportunity for kids to enjoy a popular, age-appropriate movie along with Panago pizza, popcorn, and juice – all in a supervised and engaging environment. It’s a great chance for your child to relax, have fun, and connect with friends. (Open to ALL – non-military welcome) 
  
  Location: CPAC
  Date: Fridays
  Time: 6:15pm - 8:00pm
  Cost: $9.50 per child
  
  January 9 - Elio
  February 20 - Smurfs
  March 13 - Zootopia 2
  
  
  If movie is longer than the time frame allocated, pick-up will be later, or you can join in for the ending!
• Red Cross Babysitters Course (11 yrs+)

  Red Cross Babysitters Course (11 yrs+) 

  Participants will gain leadership skills, learn about childhood behaviors, creating safe environments and preventing injury, first aid emergencies and procedures. This course includes learning about job search, interviews, personal safety and more. We will discuss age-appropriate activities for children, rhymes, finger games, songs etc. Please note: youth must be turning 11 years old by the end of the calendar year. 
  
  Instructor: Irina Mielecka
  Location: CPAC 
  Date: Saturday, March 7
  Time: 9:00am-4:00pm 
  Cost: $60 Regular/ $ 65 Ordinary/ $70 Associate 
  *Book fee $12
• Red Cross Stay Safe (9yrs +)

  Red Cross Stay Safe (9yrs +) 

  Is your child ready to stay home alone? The program helps children and their families get ready for their child’s first steps towards independence and being without adult supervision for short periods of time. Basic first aid skills, safety in the kitchen, internet and home as well as how to handle emergencies and prevent accidents are all covered. Please note: children must be 9 years of age by the course date. 
  
  Instructor: Irina Mielecka
  Location: CPAC    
  Date: Saturday, Feb 7
  Time: 9:00am-3:30pm
  Cost: $50 Regular/ $55 Ordinary/ $60 Associate
  *Book fee $12