Early Years Programs

Sports Sampler | Ages 3 – 5

The Sports Sampler will support development of individual skills and push the boundaries of each child’s ability and motor skills. Kids will enjoy a variety of sports and activities including soccer, hockey, basketball, racquet sports, volleyball, and lots of games, obstacle courses and races. The emphasis will be on teamwork and sportsmanship.

Thursdays | May 21 – June 25 | 3:30 – 4:00 pm

6/$40 | Code: 112803

Cowichan Lake Sports Arena

Kinder Play Time | Ages 1 – 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 available, load it onto your RecCowichan card and scan in when you attend.

Mondays/Fridays | May 1 – June 26 | 1:00 – 2:30 pm

Drop-in $5 or 5 Visit Pass $20 | Code: 107093

Instructor: Lydia Miller | No session May 18

Cowichan Lake Sports Arena

Gymnastics with Stefanie Talboys | Ages 18 months – 5 years

Join one of Stefanie Talboys gymnastics classes. These are is non-competitive classes covering the basics of gymnastics, including fundamental skills, safe falling and landing techniques. This course is a fun and engaging introduction to gymnastics. NO session June 11.

Parent & Tot Intro to Gymnastics | Ages 18 months – 3 years

Thursdays | 9:45 – 10:30 am

Apr 9 – May 7 | 5/$75 | Code: 108982

May 14 – June 18 | 5/$75 | Code: 115944

CLR – Centennial Upper Hall

Intro to Gymnastics Tumbling Tricksters | Ages 3 – 5

Thursdays | 10:30 – 11:30 am

Apr 9 – May 7| 5/$75 | Code: 108985

May 14 – June 18 | 5/$75 | Code: 115945

CLR – Centennial Upper Hall

Gymnastics | Ages 3 – 5

Thursdays | 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Apr 9 – May 7 | 5/$75 | Code: 115767

May 14 – June 18 | 5/$75 | Code: 116760

CLR – Centennial Upper Hall

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 | 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

My First Camps | Ages 4 – 6

Little Builders

Young architects and engineers in the making! Campers will explore basic building, stacking, and hands-on STEM activities using safe materials, all while developing creativity, problem-solving skills, and teamwork in a fun, playful environment.

Monday – Friday | June 29 – July 3

9:00 am – 12:30 pm | 4/$100 | Code: 113227

No camp July 1

Cowichan Lake Sports Arena

Tiny Artists

A colourful adventure for little creators! Campers will explore painting, drawing, crafting, and other hands-on art activities that spark imagination, creativity, and self-expression in a fun, supportive environment.

Monday – Friday | July 20 – 24

9:00 am – 12:30 pm | 5/$125 | Code: 113229

Cowichan Lake Sports Arena

Mini Sports Camp

A playful introduction to sports and movement! Campers will try a variety of games and activities, from running and jumping to throwing and catching, helping develop coordination, teamwork, and a love for being active.

Monday – Friday | Aug 17 – 21

9:00 am – 12:30 pm | 5/$125 | Code: 113232

Cowichan Lake Sports Arena

Kinder Play Time | Ages 1 – 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 available, load it onto your RecCowichan card and scan in when you attend.

Fridays | July 3 – Aug 28 |1:00 – 2:30 pm

Drop-in $5 or 5 Visit Pass $20 | Code: 113109

Instructor: Lydia Miller

Cowichan Lake Sports Arena

Active Communities Learn to Skate Camp | Ages 4 – 5

Join us for a week full of skating lessons! The Cowichan Lake Recreation Active Communities Learn to Skate Camp is for children who want to improve their skating in a fun and motivating way. The 11-level program has been streamlined and designed so that any participant can have their accomplishments transferred to other Active Communities Programs.

Monday – Friday | Aug 24 – 28

1:15 – 1:45 pm | 5/$45 | Code: 112816

2:00 – 2:30 pm | 5/$45 | Code: 112820

Cowichan Lake Sports Arena

Preschool Swim Lessons | Ages 3 – 5

Every summer, Cowichan Lake Recreation offers a variety of swimming lessons at beautiful Arbutus Park in Youbou. Our certified swim instructors will help your child refine their skills in a truly nostalgic setting. Swim instructors and lifeguards will be dependent on staff recruitment and lessons may be cancelled and/or lifeguard service not available.

Preschool Levels 1 & 2

Monday – Thursday | 1:30 – 2:00 pm

June 29 – July 9 | 7/$42 | Code: 113245

July 13 – July 23 | 8/$48 | Code: 113246

July 27 – Aug 6 | 7/$42 | Code: 113247

Aug 10 – Aug 20 | 8/$48 | Code: 113248

No sessions July 1 & Aug 3

Arbutus Park

Preschool Levels 3 & 4 & 5

Monday – Thursday | 1:00 – 1:30 pm

June 29 – July 9 | 7/$42 | Code: 113252

July 13 – July 23 | 8/$48 | Code: 113254

July 27 – Aug 6 | 7/$42 | Code: 113255

Aug 10 – Aug 20 | 8/$48 | Code: 113256

No sessions July 1 & Aug 3

Arbutus Park