Coquitlam parents looking to keep their pre-schoolers’ hands and minds busy can sign up for city programs this fall.
Registration opens Sept. 12 for sessions geared for little ones ages five and under — with and without parent participation.
Among the activities offered with a parent on hand are:
- Arts & Crafts: Little Artists and Little Creators
- Learn & Discover: Baby and me Drop-in; Little Einsteins; Story Time; Little Scientists; Explore the World of: Under the Sea How Plants Grow, Butterflies, Bugs & Creepy Crawlies, Space and Dinosaurs
- Outdoor Recreation: Eco Trekkers and Baby & Me Hiking
- Performing Arts: Creative Dance
- Sports & Active Play: Bootcamp 4 U & Baby; Yoga: Adult & Baby
And programs without parent participation include:
- Crafts & Hobbies: Little Artists
- Learn & Discover General Interest: Circle Time & Play, Play & Learn Virtual
- Performing Arts: Creative Dance, Hip Hop, Ballet and Jump Start Cycle of Seasons music programs
- Sports & Active Play: Ball Hockey, Basketball, Gymnastics, Mixed Sports and Soccer
To register or join a waitlist, visit coquitlam.ca/register (search the Early Years section).
The programs will with current COVID-19 health protocols.
Programs may be adjusted based on new direction from the provincial health officer and other pandemic impacts; those registered in programs will be advised of any changes that affect them.
Go to coquitlam.ca/covid19 for updates.
POMO TEENS
Meanwhile, youth and teens in Port Moody can sign up for a 45-minute fitness program this weekend at the recreation complex.
Students ages 14 and up can join a moderate/intense boot camp at 8:30 a.m. — a sports conditioning class that combines cardio and strength components — a spin class at 9:30 a.m.; or an all-levels hatha yoga session at 9:45 a.m.
And on Saturday, teens can practise their basketball skills, for a $2, at a drop-in (but pre-registered) time: 4 p.m., 5 p.m., 6 p.m. or 7 p.m.
To register, call 604-469-4556 or visit portmoody.ca/signmeup. The recreation complex is located at 300 Ioco Rd., Port Moody.
