Early Years Programs

Early Years
Check out our fun and engaging early year programs designed to build relationships and promote mental and physical development! 
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Play & Learn | Ages 3-5

🚂 PLAY & LEARN 🚂

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Join our fun-filled Play & Learn program, specially designed to support children as they prepare for Kindergarten. In this 10-month program, children will explore early learning concepts such as ABCs, 123s, and daily classroom routines, while also developing fundamental movement skills through our Physical Literacy component. Set in a clean, safe, and nurturing environment, Play & Learn promotes learning through a balanced mix of self-directed exploration, organized activities, and cooperative play. The program encourages children to build friendships, develop routines, and gain confidence in a relaxed and inclusive classroom setting that fosters resilience, creativity, and social-emotional growth. Registration is ongoing throughout the year. Children may be registered at age three or up to one month before their third birthday, and must be fully toilet trained (no pullups). Parent participation may be required. Come play, learn, and grow with us - we look forward to welcoming you!

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Ages 3 - 5

Tuesday - Friday | Sept 8 - Dec 19 | 9:00 - 11:00 am

$10/day | Code: 98817

Instructor: Erica Lambert

No session Sept 30, Oct 13, Nov 11

CLR - Arena Playschool Room

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Kinder Play Time

Kinder Play Time | Ages 1 - 5

👶 KINDER PLAY TIME 👶

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Does your little one love to get creative, burn off energy, or move to the music? We’ve got just the thing! Join us for Kinder Play - a fun-filled, high-energy program where children can explore, play, and express themselves through themed activities each week. Mondays are all about art, giving your child the chance to create and get messy with fun, hands-on crafts. On Wednesdays, we move and groove with a music theme, featuring instruments, rhythm games, and lots of dancing. We wrap up the week with Fridays focused on play, using preschool equipment and guided activities to help develop motor skills and coordination in a playful, supportive environment. Parents are required to attend to provide care and support for their little ones during the sessions. Try the new CLR Kinder Play 5-Pass option: pre-load your RecCowichan card with 5 passes, scan at the door, and drop in to the themed sessions that work for your schedule. It’s flexible, easy, and fun - just scan and play!

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Ages 0 - 5

Mon/Wed/Fri | 1:00 - 2:30 pm

Sept 3 - Dec 19 1/$5 | Code: 98818

No session Oct 13

CLR - Arena Playschool Room

Active Communities Learn to Skate Camp | Ages 4 -5 

⛸️ LEARN TO SKATE ⛸️

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This program is designed to introduce your child to the fundamental movements of skating on ice and help them improve their skating in a fun and motivating way. Helmet, gloves and skates required, rentals skates available upon request. No sessions Sept 30, Oct 26, Nov 11 & 16.

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Tuesdays | 3:30 - 4:00 pm

Sept 16 - Oct 21 | 5/$45 | Code: 98542

Oct 28 - Dec 2 | 5/$45 | Code: 98545 

Cowichan Lake Sports Arena

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Tuesdays | 4:00 - 4:30 pm

Sept 16 - Oct 21 | 5/$45 | Code: 98543

Oct 28 - Dec 2 | 5/$45 | Code: 98544 

Cowichan Lake Sports Arena

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Sundays | 2:00 - 2:30 pm

Sept 14 - Oct 12 | 5/$45 | Code: 98546 

Oct 19 - Nov 30 | 5/$45 | Code: 98547 

Cowichan Lake Sports Arena

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Gymnastics

Parent & Tot Intro to Gymnastics
Ages 18 months - 3 years

This class covers the very basics of early gymnastics. Practicing the fundamental first steps to beginner gymnastics skills through playful and engaging circuit-based classes and coaching. This is a parent participation class.

Thursdays | 10:00 - 11:00 am

 Jan 8 - 29 | 4/$60 | Code: 108932

Feb 19 - Mar 12 | 4/$60 | Code: 108914

Apr 2 - 30 | 5/$75 | Code: 108982

Facilitator: Stefanie Talboys

CLR - Centennial Upper Hall

Intro to Gymnastics Tumbling Tricksters | Ages 3 - 5

This is a non-competitive class covering the basics of gymnastics, including fundamental skills, safe falling and landing techniques. This course is a fun and engaging introduction to gymnastics.

Thursdays | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Jan 8 - 29 | 4/$60 | Code: 108907

Feb 19 - Mar 12 | 4/$60 | Code: 108934

Apr 2 - 30 | 5/$75 | Code: 108985

Facilitator: Stefanie Talboys

CLR - Centennial Upper Hall

Sports Sampler
Kinder Play Time

Sports Sampler
Ages 3 - 5

This is an introduction of noncompetitive team play and will support development of individual skills, pushing the boundaries of each child’s ability and motor skills. The kids will enjoy a variety of sports and activities including soccer, hockey, basketball, football, racquet sports, volleyball and lots of games, obstacle courses and races. The emphasis will be on teamwork and sportsmanship.

Thursdays | Jan 15 - Feb 19

4:00 - 4:30 pm

6/$40 | Code: 108317

CLR - Mesachie Lake Hall

Kinder Play Time
Ages 0 - 5

Join us for Kinder Play, a fun program with preschool equipment, instruments, and art supplies to spark creativity and build motor skills. Parent participation is required. New 5-visit pass is available, load it onto your RecCowichan card and scan in when you attend.

Mon & Fri | Jan 5 - Mar 13

1:00 - 2:30 pm | Code: 107092

Drop-in $5 | 5-Visit Pass $20

Instructor: Lydia Miller

No session Feb 16

CLR - Playschool Room


Mon &Fri | Mar 30 - June 26

1:00 - 2:30 pm | Code: 107093

Drop-in $5 | 5-Visit Pass $20

Instructor: Lydia Miller

No session Apr 3 & 6, May 18

CLR - Playschool Room

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Winter Play Learn

Active Communities Learn to Skate
Ages 4 - 5

This program is designed to introduce your child to the fundamental movements of skating on ice and help them improve their skating in a fun and motivating way. Helmet, gloves and skates required, rentals skates available upon request.

Sundays | 2:00 - 2:30 pm

Jan 11 - Feb 15 | 5/$45 | Code: 98784

Mar 1 - 29 | 5/$45 | Code: 98785

No session Jan 25

Cowichan Lake Sports Arena


Tuesdays | 3:30 - 4:00 pm

Jan 13 - Feb 10 | 5/$45 | Code: 98772

Feb 17 - Mar 17 | 5/$45 | Code: 98773

Cowichan Lake Sports Arena


Tuesdays | 4:00 - 4:30 pm

Jan 13 - Feb 10 | 5/$45 | Code: 98774

Feb 17 - Mar 17 | 5/$45 | Code: 98775

Cowichan Lake Sports Arena

Play & Learn
Ages 3 - 5

Learn ABCs, 123s, and fundamental movement skills through play! This 10-month kindergarten readiness program offers a safe, nurturing environment where children have fun, make friends, and build confidence. Activities include both free play and structured routines that encourage cooperation and resilience. Open to children 3 years old (or one month before their third birthday). Children must be fully toilet trained. Parent participation may be required.

Monday - Friday | Jan 5 - Mar 13

9:00 - 11:00 am | Code: 107090

Drop-in $10 or 2/$16 | 3/$22.50 | 4/$28 | 5/$32.50

Facilitator: Erica Lambert

No session Feb 16

CLR - Playschool Room


Monday - Friday | Mar 30 - June 12

9:00 - 11:00 am | Code: 107091

Drop-in $10 or 2/$16 | 3/$22.50 | 4/$28 | 5/$32.50

Facilitator: Erica Lambert

No session Apr 3 & 6, May 18

CLR - Playschool Room

Parent Tot Skate

Parent & Tot Skate
Ages 0 - 5

This skate is a great opportunity to introduce your toddler to ice skating. Parents must participate on the ice and will have access to toys and games. An instructor can also be requested to provide tips, and informal instruction to parents. Helmets are strongly recommended but not supplied.

Tuesdays | 10:00 - 10:50 am

Jan 6 - April 28 | Code: 98527

Parent & Tot with skates $5

Cowichan Lake Sports Arena