PSP Weekly Update
Navy Bike Ride Halifax
When: June 6
Where: Shearwater Fitness, Sports & Recreation Centre
- 6 Km Ride
- 15 Km Ride
- 37 Km Ride
All events start at 10:00 a.m.
Registration is open! Visit navybikeride.ca to learn all about our in-person and virtual events.
May long weekend plans?
Falls Lake Cottages & Campground still has a few cottages and campsites available.
Call 1-877-325-5253 or visit cfmws.ca/fallslake
Vitality
The new and expanded 2026-27 issue of Vitality is on stands now! It includes your guide to special events, services & so much more!
Click here to check out the online version.
Free Haircuts
We are pleased to share that Jayda’s Barbershop will be offering a Free Haircut Day on April 30, located in the strip mall next to CANEX at CFB Halifax.
Appointments will be available between 8:00 AM and 2:30 PM.
To request a booking, please email jaydasbarbershop@gmail.com with the following information:
- Full Name
- Phone Number
- Email Address
- Preferred Appointment Time
- Type of haircut requested
This initiative is in support of PSP deployment training
The barbers participating are fully trained professionals who are preparing for deployment and demonstrating their skills. As they will be working in an unfamiliar shop environment with provided tools, appointment times may run slightly behind schedule. Please allow for up to a 30-minute fluctuation and plan accordingly.
As this is barber training, we are prioritizing haircuts that involve clipper work or very short scissor cuts.
We kindly ask that you provide at least 48 hours’ notice for any cancellations, as we aim to ensure all appointment times are filled for the training day.
While the haircut is free of charge, tips are welcome but not required. If you wish to tip your barber, please note that cash is required, as there will be no debit transactions available.
Please note that this event fills quickly, and we receive a high volume of booking requests. If you do not receive a response, it means we are unfortunately unable to accommodate your requested time. Due to the number of inquiries, we are not able to respond to all emails.
We appreciate your understanding and support of this important training opportunity.
Jayda’s Barbershop
Leaders in Training Program (LIT)
Training weekend: JUNE 20 9:00AM-4:00PM and JUNE 27 9:00AM-4:00PM
Ages: 13-17
Location: SHEARWATER FITNESS, SPORTS AND RECREATION CENTRE
Looking to build confidence, make new friends, and have an unforgettable summer? Join our Leaders in Training (LIT) Program! Youth ages 13–17 will dive into two days of fun, hands‑on leadership training filled with games, challenges, and creative activities before stepping into a real camp setting as volunteer leaders for at least one exciting week. LITs get to play and lead camp games, help run crafts and activities, and become role models for younger campers, all while gaining valuable skills they can use at school, work, and beyond. It’s the perfect blend of leadership development, teamwork, and summer camp fun!
Registration is FREE: https://bkk.cfmws.com/halifaxpub/courses/index.asp
For help with registration or any questions, please contact HalifaxRecreation@cfmws.com
PSP Summer Camps
Registration is OPEN!
Click here for more information
Celebrate by the water at Shearwater Yacht Club
Turn any occasion into a waterfront experience!
Shearwater Yacht Club offers a wonderful year-round air-conditioned facility for your formal or casual gatherings such as wedding receptions, birthday parties, Christmas parties, bridal and baby showers. It is also a great setting for workshops, retreats, and small meetings. Bartender service is available for hire as part of the facility rental fee. The setting is in a private location on Halifax Harbour with ample free parking.
Special rates apply for serving military and club members.
Visit SWYC.CA to learn more
For more information on the facilities, rental prices and availability please contact: Patricia Jones, Club Manager: (902) 469-8590 or email: syclub@ns.aliantzinc.ca
JOIN THE CREW
Did you know we have a military yacht club in Shearwater?
At Shearwater Yacht Club, you don’t need to own a boat to be a member. Join as a sailing, racing, crewing or social member and be a part of a welcoming waterfront community!
- Access to club racing & events
- Crewing/Social memberships available
- 4 x 420’s for qualified members
- Year-round social events & celebrations
For more information, please contact: syclub@ns.aliantzinc.ca
FLEET POWERLIFTING COLLECTIVE
Mondays 1430 - 1530
Wednesdays 1100 - 1200
Fleet Gym: Upstairs gymnasium
Starting March 2, 2026
OPEN TO ALL CAF MEMBERS
Participants should be familiar with basic lifting movements (squat, bench press, deadlift). Powerlifting experience is an asset but not required.
Click here for more information!
Contact syclub@ns.aliantzinc.ca for more information.
CAFATP (CAF Athletic Trainer Program)
The CAFATP offers a variety of courses to CAF members and full time NPF employees to develop CAF qualified athletic trainers through a graduated program that prepares them to support CAF athletes at regional, national and CISM sporting events.
Find more details regarding the program at: CFMWS | CAF Athletic Trainer Program Courses
We are collecting names for 2026-27 and will schedule courses based on interest (dates TBC).
To register or for questions, please contact Briana.Plante@forces.gc.ca
PSP Prenatal and Postpartum Program (PNP3)
The PSP Prenatal and Postpartum Program (PNP3) is a fitness and wellness program for CAF members during pregnancy and the postpartum period. PSP Reconditioning offers an ongoing fitness class as well as personalized programming to support the Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines of engaging in at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity over the course of one week (over at least three days). This program is designed to help accumulate effective active minutes with the over arching goal of reducing risk of overall pregnancy health concerns and to increase strength and activity levels in the postpartum period.
This class is open to all CAF members within this population even if the member has injuries and/or physical limitations. The class locations/days are:
- Stadacona - Monday & Thursday
- Shearwater - Tuesday & Friday
Registration is required. Please contact Kerianne Willigar at kerianne.willigar@forces.gc.ca or 902-721-1922 to register or to discuss program details.
Get involved in your unit’s fitness by becoming a CAF FORCE Evaluator
This qualification will enable personnel to conduct the FORCE Evaluation IAW the FORCE Evaluation Operations Manual. Please note – PSP Staff must be the lead evaluator to test Regular FORCE members. CAF Evaluators can only evaluate Reserve Force members unsupervised. Opportunity to assist with FORCE testing upon successful completion of the workshop.
2026 Workshops:
- 29 May 26 (nomination deadline: 24 Apr 26)
- 11 Sept 26 (nomination deadline: 07 Aug 26)
- 04 Dec 26 (nomination deadline: 30 Oct 26)
Location: Fleet Fitness and Sports Centre from 0730-1530
Prerequisites:
- Successfully completed the FORCE evaluation in the past 12 months
- Rank of Corporal (Cpl), Sailor First Class (S1) and above
- Currently qualified in Standard First Aid and CPR
Medical standards:
V CV H G O A
4 3 3 2 2 5
You must complete about 3 hours of DLN modules and an exam prior to the scheduled workshop.
Contact your local Fitness Coordinator at Briana.Plante@forces.gc.ca to register.
We have updated our Shearwater Pool Hours
Click here to check them out!
1,000 LBS CLUB
A fun, low stress opportunity to test your one rep max squat, bench and deadlift to get your name and total added to the plaque.
How does it work?
Following warmups, lifters will be given three attempts (per lift) to establish their one rep max on the back squat, flat barbell bench press and either the sumo or conventional deadlift. Lifters who achieve over 500lbs or 1000lbs totaled across their three lifts will be eligible.
Lifters may use:
belts, weightlifting shoes, knee sleeves and wrist wraps.
Lifters are not permitted to use:
knee wraps, singleply or multiply powerlifting gear (including briefs), slingshots, or wrist straps.
Video submissions are not accepted, members must be evaluated in-person at the Fleet Fitness & Sports Centre.
Want to give it a try? Contact Heidi Thibodeau at Heidi.thibodeau@forces.gc.ca
CFB HALIFAX MEN’S VOLLEYBALL
The team will be practicing/scrimmaging Monday nights at Shearwater Gym | 7pm-845pm.
Please reach out to Capt Gaudet for more information: Samuel.Gaudet@forces.gc.ca
JOIN CANADIAN FORCES BASE HALIFAX WOMEN’S HOCKEY
Open to all Regular and Reserve Force Members
All skill levels welcome. To participate or learn more, email: annelies.beumer@forces.gc.ca
Shearwater Base Basketball Team Practice
Join us on Monday & Wednesdays from 1500-1700 hrs at the Shearwater Gym starting 22 September, 2025.
For more information contact christopher.worthen@forces.gc.ca
MEGA/Wing Cup 2025
- Pickleball | MEGA/Wing Cup | 29-30 April 2026
*Dates above are subject to change.
We have updated all of our FIT Schedules for 2026!
Be sure to check out the new classes at Fleet Fitness & Sports Centre: Cadence HIIT and Cadence Cycle.
Click on the below links for more information:
- Fleet Fitness & Sports Centre
- Stadacona Fitness & Sports Centre
- Shearwater Fitness, Sports & Recreation Centre
Shearwater Men’s Base Team Volleyball
MONDAY & WEDNESDAYS | 1300-1500 HRS | Starting November 10, 2025
Please Contact: Justin.Kirke@forces.gc.ca
Young and Senior Men’s Hockey
All interested players are you reach out to: PO1 Curtis Chambers and PO2 Robert Sanford
Curtis.Chambers@forces.gc.ca or robert.sanford@forces.gc.ca
Women’s Volleyball Shearwater and Halifax
Practices: Tuesdays and Thursdays | 1600-1800 HRS
Where: Fleet Fitness & Sports Centre
Currently seeking a coach.
CFB Halifax Basketball
Missed the tryouts but interested in playing? Contact Coach Kevin.Miller3@forces.gc.ca or call 902-427-3852
