Children & Youth

CNH offers recreation and leisure programs for people of all ages and ability levels. We aim to provide a balance of activities that are inclusive and promote health and quality of life for local residents.

How to register

Online registration is now open through our web portal where participants can register 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

 

Registration by phone or in-person is available during regular hours at our Main Site and at the CNH Annex. Please call 604-435-0323 for information.

 

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Registration Start Dates

Pre-registration is required to participate in all children’s recreation programs.

Season Registration Start Date
Winter (January to March) November 1
Spring (April to March) March 1
Summer (July to August) May 1
Fall (September to December) August 1

Spring Break & Summer Camps

Our specialty camps for children ages 6-12 include rhythmic gymnastics, gymnastics, arts & crafts, and more! Programs are held at the Main House and the Annex.

Summer camp information is available mid-April. Our specialty camps for children ages 6-12 include basketball, soccer, gymnastics, arts and crafts, dance and more! Programs are held at the Main House and the CNH Annex.

Program Descriptions

Learn about the different recreation programs offered at CNH below. For information about current programming, including dates, times and fees, visit our online portal or download our recreation flyer below.

Arts & Crafts

Children will learn a variety of visual art media, methods and contents in a free-flowing, fun environment where children can discover, experience and share the joy of the creative process. Techniques will include painting, collage, casting, relief and using recycled materials to create forms.

Ages 6-9 | For information about current programming, including dates, times and fees, visit our online registration portal

Basketball

Basketball is currently the number one sport for elementary aged children. This program allows students develop their physical and basketball fundamental skills, individual and social skills, teamwork and sportsmanship.

Ages 8-13 | For information about current programming, including dates, times and fees, visit our online registration portal

Break Dancing/Hip Hop

Breaking is a great activity for kids! It’s fun, engaging, burns lots of energy and boosts memory and concentration. With master B-Boy, Tayio: B-boy Taiyo is a world-famous b-boy hailing from South Korea. His crew, “Last For One”, came from a small town outside of Seoul, and made a big splash in the mid 2000’s. Most notably, winning the International Battle of the Year 2005 in Germany. Taiyo’s crew was highlighted in the feature film “Planet B-boy”, that followed the story of each crew that went to Battle of the Year 2005. Taiyo’s style is based off of his belief that a well-rounded b-boy is a good b-boy. He combines style, power, and foundation to create his dance, and passes it on to his students with great enthusiasm.

Ages 7-12 | For information about current programming, including dates, times and fees, visit our online registration portal

Creative Dance

Creative dance is a program for children and youth with various disabilities. This class provides a fun and safe environment to explore different movements, games, and dance routines. Participants that require substantial behavioral or physical support, may be asked to be accompanied by a guardian or support worker.

Ages 11-12 | For information about current programming, including dates, times and fees, visit our online registration portal.

Creative Writing

Explore creative writing through a variety or exercises. Topics include fiction, non fiction, letters, public speaking, grammar, and spelling. Students are encouraged to think about sentence structure and the power of the written word.

Supplies needed: 2 pencils and an eraser. No supplies are provides or shared: Students must bring their own pencils, erasers, and sharpener. This class includes homework assignments.

Ages 8-12 | For information about current programming, including dates, times and fees, visit our online registration portal

 

Gymnastics

Gym Sense Gymnastics provides an excellent gymnastics program. The safe and supportive atmosphere helps children learn the skills needed to enjoy gymnastics. Classes work on a Can Gym badge system with children progressing at their own pace. All levels are welcome.

Participants who are interested in participating in the BC GYMNAESTRADA annual event will pay $42.00 to the gymnastics instructor to cover the insurance.

Ages 5-11+ | For information about current programming, including dates, times and fees, visit our online registration portal

 

Gymnastics Spring Camp

Gym Sense Gymnastics provides an excellent gymnastics program. The safe and supportive atmosphere helps children learn the skills needed to enjoy gymnastics. Classes work on a Can Gym badge system with children progressing at their own pace.

All levels welcome.

Participants who are interested in participating in the BC GYMNAESTRADA annual event will pay $42.00 to the gymnastics instructor to cover the insurance.

Ages 7-12 | For information about current programming, including dates, times and fees, visit our online registration portal

Mixed Media

Fun and messy class of creation, learning and making new friends. Acrylic painting, watercolour, painting, ink, printmaking and more art techniques will be involved. The main project will be step by step, 3D mixed media creation. Come and have fun while creating masterpieces.

Ages 6-11 | For information about current programming, including dates, times and fees, visit our online registration portal

Parents & Tots

Games, music and play start us off on a journey of exploration and adventure! Gymnastics, games and physical play activities will help children develop social and motor skills.

Program ongoing. Adult participation required.

Ages 2-5 | For information about current programming, including dates, times and fees, visit our online registration portal

Rhythmic Gymnastics

Enjoy the unique combination of dance, gymnastics, music, and self-expression through the use of ribbons, balls, hoops, and ropes with choreographed routines.

Ages 4-12 | For information about current programming, including dates, times and fees, visit our online registration portal

 

Soccer

This program gives your children a positive introduction to sport by teaching high quality soccer skills in a friendly, pressure-free environment. Fundamentals and team skills will be emphasized.

Ages 6-12 | For information about current programming, including dates, times and fees, visit our online registration portal

Spring Sports Camp

A fun class for anyone who loves to play soccer and basketball. Learn to play the most beautiful game one week and learn how to improve your shooting and handles the next.

Ages 8-12 | For information about current programming, including dates, times and fees, visit our online registration portal

Taekwondo (NEW)

Come and join us for the fantastic experience of learning a Korean Martial Art/Self-defense & Olympic sport, and have fun! Students will learn the most potent kicking art, punching, and blocking. They will also study poomsaes(patterns), nunchaku (weaponry) and sparring. Some games will focus on agility, balance, concentration, speed and self-discipline for children. The Black Belt certificate rank is recognized and recorded worldwide at the World Tae Kwon Do Headquarters (Kukkiwon) in Korea. This program is suitable for all fitness levels & ages starting from age 4. See instructor regarding additional cost (mandatory) of $50 for uniform and the Belt Promotion Test in first class.

Ages 4-12 | For information about current programming, including dates, times and fees, visit our online registration portal

Wushu

Wushu is a modern combination of Chinese martial arts on the northern and southern chinese form of Kung Fu. This class is desinged to work on conditioning, flexibility, and basic techniques.

Ages 6-17 | For information about current programming, including dates, times and fees, visit our online registration portal

Yoga

Using yoga posture, games, storytelling, and songs, in these classes the young yogi will explore their bodies, principles of yoga, and basic developmental movement patterning in a fun and welcoming environment! The classes aim to promote breath work, body awareness, focus and mindfulness from a young age.

Ages 6-9 | For information about current programming, including dates, times and fees, visit our online registration portal

Zumba

Zumba® Kids classes feature kid-friendly routines based on original Zumba® choreography. The instructor will break down the steps and add games, activities, and cultural exploration elements into the class structure. Benefits: helps develop a healthy lifestyle and incorporate fitness as a natural part of children’s lives by making fitness fun! Classes incorporate key childhood development elements like leadership, respect, teamwork, confidence, self-esteem, memory, creativity, coordination, and cultural awareness.

Ages 7-10 | For information about current programming, including dates, times and fees, visit our online registration portal