PICTOU RECREATION, TOURISM & CULTURE
2010 WINTER PROGRAMS
Pre-registration and payment for all programs listed on this page are required before the program begins. Men, women, youth, adults and seniors are welcome to all classes.
Discounts available for signing up for multiple exercise classes. Inquire at
Tai Chi with Bob Bennett (10 wks)
Gentle flowing movements that reduce the stress of today's busy lifestyles and improve health. It is a noncompetitive, self-paced system of gentle physical exercise and stretching. Anyone regardless of age or physical ability can practice tai chi.
Mondays, beginning January 11th at the Odd Fellows Activity Room
Gentle Yoga with Raina McDonald (8 wks)
Detailed instruction, great for beginners or anyone looking to strengthen,
release and relax. Breathing techniques, yoga postures, guided meditation.
Mondays, beginning January 11th at Pictou Elementary
Wednesdays, beginning January 13th at Pictou Elementary
Nia with Nancy Hanlon (8 wks)
Delivers a cardiovascular, whole-body conditioning, for the mind, body,
emotions and spirit. Uses holistic exercise with a combination of nine classic
movement forms from the martial, dance and healing arts. Adaptable and safe
for any fitness level, from stiff beginners to highly fit athletes. More info at
www.nianow.com.
Thursdays, beginning January 14th at Pictou Elementary
Hip Hop Dance Classes with Katy Hampton (8 wks)
Thursdays beginning January 14th at the Pictou Elementary Gym
Pre-School Movement Class with Katy Hampton (6 wks)
Saturdays beginning January 16th at the Pictou Gym
Photography Class with Len Cheverie (8 wks) - Improve your photographic
experience! This course is for anyone wanting to have a better
understanding of the basics of photography.
Tuesdays beginning January 12th Location: Pictou Elementary
Pictou Badminton Club (Drop-in)
Tuesdays, beginning January 12th at the Pictou Elementary Gym
Adult Floor Hockey (Drop-In)
Sundays beginning January 10th at the Pictou Gym
Art Classes with Silvia Schaaf (7 wks) -beginning January 19th.
Art class for small and big, discover your own creativity, paint for fun, learn
with courage what colors can do and develop abstract in your pictures.
6-10 yrs-Tuesdays
Adults-Wednesdays
Supplies are included with all classes. Pre-registration is required. For
further information or to register call PRTC at
Fun at the Pool during MARCH BREAK
Want to have a fun, exciting and unforgettable
MARCH BREAK?
Spend it with us.Pictou Recreation Aquatics will once again have March Break swims.
Dates: March 15-19, 2010
Hours: 1:00 pm-3:00 pm
Special themed swims everyday for 2 hours; toonie day, penny search, cannon ball
competition and more. If you have any questions, please contact us at 485-5301 or e-mail aquatics@townofpictou.com.
Programs and Activities
Recreation and day camp programs are offered seasonally. Look for the PRTC program guide "On the Move" in your mailbox in January, June and September, or check the website links below. If you have ideas for programs you would like to take, or would like to offer a program, contact Pictou Recreation, Tourism & Culture.
Get Movin' Recreation Kit
A kit bag full of outdoor recreation equipment for entertaining family and friends is available from Pictou Recreation, Tourism & Culture. The kit includes frisbees, Tug'o'War rope, bat, balls, pylons and more. Reserve by calling PRTC at 485-6057 (a deposit of $20.00 is required, but will be refunded in full when equipment is returned).
Leadership and Training
Several Nova Scotia organizations offer leadership training and coaching courses.
Funding and Financial Support
For community groups, finding funding in order to enhance programs or subsidize the costs of participation to the users is sometimes a challenge. There are a variety of organizations that offer funding and financial support for recreation activities and sports programs.
