Recreational Programming

Karate

Sensei Erik Logodi and Sensei Doug Wilde will teach you the basics (and more) about Karate! Karate is a
system of unarmed combat using the hands and feet to deliver and block blows and is widely practiced as a sport. The themes of traditional karate training are fighting and self defence, though its mental and moral strength aspects target the overall improvement of the individual. Families welcome! For ages 8 to adult.

***Please note: at the first class, all members are required to pay a fee of $70, regardless of age or experience level. This fee is required by the Shintani Wado-Kai Karate Federation as an ANNUAL due and is in addition to the District of Elkford’s program registration cost. The fee can be paid by exact cash to the instructors or e-transfer and MUST be paid at the first class.***

For more information, or to register, call 250.865.4010, email recreation@elkford.ca or visit 750 Fording Drive.

• Where: Multi-Purpose Recreation Hall (inside the Recreation Centre at 816B Michel Road)
• Instructors: Erik Logodi and Doug Wilde
• Time: 6 to 7:30 p.m.
• Dates:
  • 2023:
    • October 13, 19,  21, 27, 29
    • November 4, 6, 12, 14, 20, 22, 28, 30
    • December 8, 14
  • 2024:
    • January 7,  9, 15, 17, 23, 25, 31
    • February 8, 10, 16, 18, 24, 26 (no class Feb 2, 2024)
    • March 3, 5, 11, 13, 19, 21, 27 (no class March 29, 2023 for statutory holiday)
    • April 4, 6, 12, 14, 20, 22, 28, 30 (last class)
• Cost: 
  • Ages 8 to 15 years: $221 per individual (no tax)
    Ages 15+ years: $232.05 per individual (includes tax)
    Families: $696.15 per family (includes tax)
    **Family is defined as three or more individuals from the same household, to a maximum of six, and must include at lease one adult.**

***At the first class, all members are required to pay a fee of $70 (regardless of age or experience level). This fee is required by the Shintani Wado-Kai Karate Federation as an ANNUAL due and is in addition to the District of Elkford’s program registration cost. The fee can be paid by exact cash to the instructors or e-transfer and MUST be paid at the first class.***

• Minimum: 6 / Maximum: 40
• Ages: 8 years to adult
• Registration deadline: March 27, 2024
• Supplies: Please bring a water bottle

Gymnastics

Kids will learn the fundamentals of strength, balance and body control in gymnastics--and have fun!
For the preschool group, ages 4 to 5, parents/guardians are required to stay and assist their child (if needed).

For more information, or to register, call 250.865.4010, email recreation@elkford.ca or visit 750 Fording Drive.

• When: Wednesdays
• Where: Rocky Mountain Elementary School Gymnasium
• Instructors:
  • Tathlina Lovlin (for 4 & 5 years)
  • Jeff Sutherland (for 6 years and up)
• Times: 
  • Ages 4 to 5 (Group 1): 5:30 to 6 p.m.
  • Ages 4 to 5 (Group 2): 6:10 to 6:40 p.m.
  • Ages 6 to 7: 6 to 7 p.m.
  • Ages 8 to 10: 7 to 8 p.m.
  • Ages 10+ (NEW CLASS, Strength and Flexibility): 8 to 9 p.m. 
• Dates:
  • October 11 to December 6, 2023
    *NO CLASS ON NOVEMBER 8, 2023*
• Cost: 
  • Ages 4 to 5: $37 per child (no tax)
  • Ages 6 to 7: $74 per child (no tax)
  • Ages 8 to 10: $74 per child (no tax)
  • Ages 10+: $74 per child (includes tax)
    (Over 15+ years will include tax, costing $77.70)
• Minimum/Maximum: 
  • Ages 4 and 5: Min 4 / Max 10
  • Ages 6+: Min 4 / Max 12
• Ages: 
  • Ages 4 and older
• Registration deadline: October 4, 2023

Sip N' Paint for Kids (Ages 8 to 12)

Have a budding Vincent Van Gogh or Rembrandt in your midst? If so, have them join instructor Oakley Mengel for five guided painting sessions, each 1.5 hours long, with the end result of each session being a finished 8x10 canvas to take home. At the end of each class, a juice box will be offered for refreshment. For ages 8 to 12 years old. 

For more information, or to register, call 250.865.4010, email recreation@elkford.ca or visit 750 Fording Drive.

• When: Wednesdays
• Where: Elkford Community Conference Centre-Meeting Room #1
• Instructor: Oakley Mengel 
• Dates:
  • October 12 and 26, 2023
  • November 9 and 29, 2023
  • December 14, 2023
• Time: 6:30 to 8 p.m.
• Cost: $70 (no tax)
• Minimum: 8 / Maximum: 12
• Ages: 8 to 12 years old
• Registration deadline: October 5, 2023
• Supplies: N/A (will be provided)

Tumble Tots

For little ones learning the most basic fundamentals of gymnastics! Join us for some tumbling fun and learning!
For ages 2 to 5 years. Note that for children ages 2 and 3, parents/guardians are required to stay and assist their children.

For more information, or to register, call 250.865.4010, email recreation@elkford.ca or visit 750 Fording Drive.

• When: Wednesdays
• Where: Multi-Purpose Recreation Hall (inside the Recreation Centre at 816B Michel Road)
• Instructor: Taelor Jensen
• Times: 
  • Age 2: 9:30 to 10 a.m.
  • Age 3: 10 to 10:30 a.m.
  • Ages 4 and 5: 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.
• Dates:
  • October 11 to December 13, 2023 (10 Classes)
• Cost: 
  • Ages 2 and 3: $37 per child (no tax)
  • Ages 4 and 5: $55 per child (no tax)
• Minimum/Maximum: 
  • Age 2: Min 5/ Max 10
  • Age 3: Min 5/Max 10
  • Age 4: Min 5/Max 10
  • Age 5: Min 5/Max 10
• Registration deadline: October 4, 2023

Spanish Classes (16+)

¿Quieres aprender a hablar español? Learn to speak the basics in Spanish! Whether you're travelling to a Spanish-speaking country or just want to start learning a new language, this class is for you! Ages 16+.

For more information, or to register, call 250.865.4010, email recreation@elkford.ca or visit 750 Fording Drive.

• When: Tuesdays
• Where: Elkford Community Conference Centre-Meeting Room #1
• Instructor: Ariadna Laris
• Dates:
  • October 10 to December 12, 2023
    *NOTE THERE WILL BE NO CLASS ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 31 (HALLOWEEN)*
• Time: 7 to 8 p.m. 
• Cost: $168 (includes tax)
• Minimum: 4 / Maximum: 15
• Ages: 16 years or older
• Registration deadline:  October 3, 2023
• Supplies: Bring your own notebook/notepad and your favourite writing utensil (pen or pencil). 

Spanish for Kids - Level 1 (Ages 7 to 11)

Family travel plans? Whether you're travelling to a Spanish-speaking country or your kids just want to start learning a new language, this is the class they'll want to sign up for! Ages 7 to 11.

For more information, or to register, call 250.865.4010, email recreation@elkford.ca or visit 750 Fording Drive.

• When: Tuesdays
• Where: Elkford Community Conference Centre-Meeting Room #1
• Instructor: Ariadna Laris
• Dates:
  • October 10 to December 12, 2023
    *NOTE THERE WILL BE NO CLASS ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 31 (HALLOWEEN)*
• Time: 6 to 6:45 p.m. 
• Cost: $123 (no tax)
• Minimum: 4 / Maximum: 12
• Ages: 7 to 11 years old
• Registration deadline:  October 3, 2023

Wednesday Night Knitting

Do you love to knit, or would you like to learn how? This class is for you! Bring your knitting and hang out, or come learn how to knit with Mandy! This class is for knitters of all skill levels. Ages 16+.

For more information, or to register, call 250.865.4010, email recreation@elkford.ca or visit 750 Fording Drive.

• When: Wednesdays
• Where: Elkford Community Conference Centre-Meeting Room #2
• Instructor: Mandy McGregor
• Dates:
  • October 11 to December 13, 2023
    *NOTE THERE IS NO CLASS ON  DECEMBER 6, 2023*
• Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• Cost: $32.55 (includes tax)
• Minimum/Maximum: N/A
• Ages: 16 years or older
• Registration deadline: October 4, 2023
• Supplies: All supplies needed for knitting (bring your own). Needles, yarn, patterns, etc. 

FALL TO WINTER 2023: FREE DROP-IN PICKLEBALL (CONTINUING)

Play drop-in pickleball for free in the multi-purpose recreation hall (on the upper floor of the Elkford Recreation Centre)! For those who need pickleball paddles and balls, they are available to borrow on a first-come, first-served basis. No pre-registration is required, but you must sign in each time that you use the court (a sign-in sheet is provided at the entrance of the multi-purpose recreation hall). 

Must be 16+ unless supervised by a responsible adult who is 18 years or older. For more information, call 250.865.4010, email recreation@elkford.ca or visit 750 Fording Drive.

• Dates: September 11 to December 28, 2023
• When: 
  • Mondays: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. (except October 9)
  • Tuesdays: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
  • Wednesdays: 6 to 8 p.m. (except October 18, November 22 and December 13 due to other scheduled programming)
  • Thursdays: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 
• Where: Multi-Purpose Recreation Hall (inside the Recreation Centre at 816B Michel Road)
• Cost: FREE!
• Ages: Ages 16+ (players under the age of 16 are welcome, but must play under the supervision of a responsible adult who is 18 years or older)
• Supplies: You may bring your own pickleball paddles/balls, or you may borrow the ones we have. Equipment is first-come, first-served. Bringing your own water bottle is recommended!

To be Announced: Free Drop-In Volleyball at Elkford Secondary School 

This program is currently on pause, but hopefully will be coming back soon! Get a team together or just volley with a friend or two! This drop-in activity is free of charge. Ages 16+ (players under the age of 16 are welcome, but must play with a parent/guardian accompanying). Please wear non-marking footwear! For more information, call 250.865.4010, email recreation@elkford.ca or visit 750 Fording Drive.

• When: TBD
• Where: Elkford Secondary School Gymnasium at 2500 Balmer Drive
• Dates: TBD
• Cost: FREE!
• Ages: Ages 16+ (players under the age of 16 are welcome, but must play with a parent/guardian accompanying)
• Supplies: Must wear NON-MARKING footwear and bringing your own water bottle is recommended 

Bronze Medallion, as our flagship certification, teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles embodied in the four components of water rescue education: judgment, knowledge, skill and fitness. Bronze Medallion challenges the candidate both mentally and physically. Candidates acquire the assessment and problem-solving skills needed to make good decisions in, on and around the water. Bronze Medallion is a prerequisite for Assistant Lifeguard training in Bronze Cross and National Lifeguard. 

Must be minimum of 13 years of age by the last day of the course (or have Bronze Star certification). To register, or to find out more about programs at the Aquatic Centre, call 250.865.4012 or pool@elkford.ca.

• When: January 3 to 5, 2024
• Where: Elkford Aquatic Centre: Multipurpose Room and Pool
• Instructor: Kenzie Karwandy
• Times: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Cost:
  • Course: $295.22 (includes tax)
  • Pocket Mask (Optional): $22.50 (includes tax)
• Registration deadline: December 22, 2023
• Minimum: 4/ Maximum: 12
• Prerequisites: Must be minimum of 13 years of age by the last day of the course or have Bronze Star certification
• Materials:
  • Pocket Mask (Optional): $22.50 (includes tax)

Download a printable PDF of the Fall 2023 Swimming Lesson Schedule

For more information, or to register, contact the Aquatic Centre at 250.865.4012 or pool@elkford.ca.

One pass, three communities! Do you work in another Elk Valley community? Find yourself travelling within the Elk Valley? Wondering what recreational opportunities are available Valley-wide? By purchasing the annual Elk Valley Recreation Access Pass, you will gain access to facilities and programs in Elkford, Sparwood and Fernie!
Facilities that take part in the Access Pass:

• District of Elkford: Elkford Aquatic Centre, Elkford Recreation Centre (Arena)
• City of Fernie: Fernie Aquatic Centre, Fernie Memorial Arena
• District of Sparwood: Henry Volkman Memorial Recreation Centre

Programs included in the Access Pass:

• Public swimming
• Family swimming
• Lane swimming
• Public skating
• Family skating
• Skate & Shoots
• Drop-in Fitness Centre(s)

Passes are valid for one calendar year from date of purchase. Purchase your individual Access Pass for $403.56 or your Family Access Pass for $849.52 at any of the above facilities.
 

Looking to play a game of shinny? Want to sharpen your hockey skills? Interested in private ice rentals? Elkford’s ice is meticulously maintained and affordable. Call 250.865.4010 to book your private ice time.

2023 Arena Ice Rental Rates

• Local youth: $53/hour + GST
• Local adult and commercial: $65/hour + GST
• Non-local youth: $106/hour + GST
• Non-local adult and commercial: $130/hour + GST
• In the off season, we also offer dry floor (ice-out) rentals:
• Child/youth: $23/ hour
• Adult: $38/hour
• Commercial: $58/hour

For a full listing of fees and charges related to the Arena, view the Fees and Charges Bylaw.