Children and Youth Programs

Friday Night Activities

• Splash & Play (5-12 years)

  Splash & Play (5-12 years) 

  This program is a fun swim at the JDF pool followed by games and activities back at CPAC. Drop the kids off at the pool, and we will walk back to CPAC for a light snack and fun! Parents also have the option of packing dinner.

  Location: Drop Off: Juan de Fuca Pool
  Pick Up: CPAC
  Date: Fridays
  Time: 5:00pm - 8:00pm
  Cost: $16.50 per person

   

  DATE GAME THEME:

  September 25 Card Craziness
  October 9 Sports Spectacular
  November 6 Arts & Crafts

• Fantastic Fridays (5-12 years)

  Fantastic Fridays! (5-12 years)

  Looking for something fun to keep your kids enter_tained on a Friday evening? This program is packed with exciting theme-based activities that kids will love, giv_ing 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.

  Location: CPAC
  Date: Fridays
  Time: 6:15pm - 8:00pm
  Cost: $10.00 per child

  
  October 2 Bouncy Castle Bonanza
  October 30 Lazer Light Show
  November 20 Nerf Mania

• 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: $32.00 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

• Kindergym (0-5yrs)

  Kindergym (0-5yrs) 

  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, Sept 14 – Dec 9*
  Time: 9:30am - 11:30am DROP-IN
  Cost $2.50/child (including tax), infants under the age of 1 are free.

  *Program is occasionally cancelled due to military bookings – please check our social media pages

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

  REGISTER for Shotokan Karate by contacting PSP Recreation at 250-363-1009 or in-person through the Colwood Pacific Activity Centre (CPAC) or Naden Athletic Centre Kiosks. 
  
  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. Benefits of the 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.
  
  Beginners are always welcome throughout the year!
  
  *Please note all participants are required to purchase annual memberships with both Karate BC and ShotoCanada.
  
  Fall 2026
  New this fall: participants will pay one registration fee and can attend any of the 4 classes per week. Recommendation is to attend minimum 2 classes per week at a consistent location.
  
  Colwood Pacific Activity Centre
  Dates: Sept 15 – Dec 17
  Time: Tues/Thurs, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
  
  Naden Athletic Centre
  Dates: Sept 14 – Dec 16
  Times: Mon/Wed, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
  
  Cost

  Child (Under 18 yrs) - $154.00 Regular / $182.00 Ordinary / $224.00 Associate
  Adult - $224.00 Regular / $252.00 Ordinary / $294.00 Associate
  
  Additional Advanced Training (Minimum Orange Belt or by instructor invitation)
  Dates: Sept 18 – Dec 18
  Time: Fri, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
  Cost: All ages - $56.00 Regular / $64.00 Ordinary / $80.00 Associate

• 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.

  Location: CPAC
  Date: Fridays
  Time: 6:15pm - 8:00pm
  Cost: $10.00 per child
   

  September 18 Toy Story 5
  October 16 The Sheep Detectives
  November 13 Minions & Monsters
  December 4 Klau

• 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 proce_dures. This course includes learning about job search, interviews, personal safety and more. We will discuss age-appropriate activities for children, rhymes, songs, etc. Please note: youth must be turning 11 years old by the end of the calendar year.

  Instructor: Irina Mielecka
  Location: CPAC
  Date: Sat, Oct 3
  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
  Dates: Sat, Nov 7
  Time: 9:00am - 2:00pm
  Cost: $50 Regular / $55 Ordinary / $60 Associate
  *Book fee $12