Activity Ideas for Kid Coaches
Burnaby |
| CG Brown Pool – Loonie Swim! November 5, 2010 3702 Kensington Avenue  Admission under $10
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Coquitlam/Port Coquitlam/Port Moody |
Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows |
| Wild Play January 13, 2011 Check out this link: http://www.wildplay.com/ It's hilariously fun, it's active, it's outdoors. You can't go wrong.  Admission over $10
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| Loonie Swims October 20, 2010 Maple Ridge Leisure Centre Every Sunday 7am - 2:30pm $1 admission Admission under $10
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| Public Skate October 20, 2010 Loonie Days at Pitt Meadows Arena Public skate 12-1pm $1 per skater Sept 21st- Dec 24th Admission under $10
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New Westminster |
| Jewelery Beading Classes March 25, 2011 Moody Beads offers jewelery beading classes at their shop in New Westminster. Learn to make one of a kind bracelets, necklaces, earrings and rings! Most classes are free, however you must purchase the beads from the store. Prices vary depending on your selection of beads. For more information, please visit http://moodybeads.ca/workshops.html Admission under $10
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| Moody Park Arena - Loonie Skate! November 5, 2010 701 8th Avenue Admission under $10
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| Canada Games Pool - Loonie Swim! November 5, 2010 65 East 6th Avenue Admission under $10
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| Arts Council's 'Last Monday at the Movies' November 5, 2010 Tickets are $9.00 Massey Theatre at 735 8th Avenue Admission under $10
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North Shore |
| Frozen Yogurt/Marble Slab October 1, 2011 New Pinkberry (frozen yogurt) in the Village at Park Royal or Marble Slab (ice cream) on Esplanade 180 Esplanade West in North Vancouver (by the the theatre). Pick your ice cream and toppings and they roll the toppings into the ice cream. Over $10 for the two of you. Admission over $10
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| Indoor Rock Climbing July 30, 2011 Try a fun indoor rock climbing experience. Better for older children/youth. The Edge Climbing Centre in North Vancouver. www.edgeclimbing.com Admission over $10
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| Paint your own pottery January 26, 2011 Go to Bella Ceramica in West Vancouver to glaze pottery pieces. Very relaxed atmosphere. Fun! Admission over $10
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| Maplewood Farms January 26, 2011 Maplewood Farms is home to over 200 domestic animals and birds, and my Kid and I had a blast when we visited the farm in the summer! The highlights were getting up close and personal with the miniature goats (sooo adorable) and meeting Judy, their Hereford cow. It's a short drive from Vancouver and the admission price is pretty reasonable. »» Visit website Admission under $10
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| Glow Bowling January 19, 2011 Regular bowling throughout the week. But glow in the dark bowling Friday-Sunday. Only $7s per person. Admission under $10
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| Swimming January 12, 2011 Every Tuesday and Thursday evenings the North Shore Rec Centers have a dollar swim! That's right $1! Admission under $10
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| Karen Magnussen – Loonie Swim! November 5, 2010 2300 Kirkstone Road Admission under $10
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| William Griffith – Loonie Swim! November 5, 2010 851 West Queens Road Admission under $10
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| Harry Jerome - Loonie Swim! November 5, 2010 123 East 23rd Street Admission under $10
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Richmond |
| Games room in Community Centres April 1, 2011 Buy a recreation pass for $12 per year and gain entry to the games room at Cambie Community Centrre in Richmond. The pass is good for you and one other person. Cambie has Fuseball, Table-tennis, Billiards and a selection of board games. Cambie Community Centre is located at: 12800 Cambie Road in Richmond; 604-233-8399. Admission over $10
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| Planet Lazer January 27, 2011 Planet Lazer offers pricing specials for different days of the week: Admission under $10
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Surrey/Delta |
| May Day Parade and Celebrations - Fort Langley May 3, 2012 May 21st Pancake Breakfast at Lions Hall (adults $5/kids under 12 $4) and the longest running annual May Day Parade in BC! Rides and vendors in Fort Langley Park begin after the parade. Free admission to Fort Langley National Historic Site all day. For more information go to: http://www.fortlangley.com/90th-annual-may-day-parade-celebrations Admission under $10
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| Bowling at Dell Lanes March 30, 2012 Dell Lane's in Surrey offers an after school special which includes 3 games, shoe rental, and a small pop all for $5 (plus tax) per person Monday - Friday from 2pm to 6pm. There are also hourly specials which include $20 per lane for an hour (for up to 5 people and shoe rental included). There are also specials for Sunday's and Lazer Bowling. Additional info can be found at: http://www.delllanes.ca/ Admission under $10
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| Nature Reserve Walk June 3, 2011 Check out the Reifel Bird Sanctuary - http://www.reifelbirdsanctuary.com/ Admission under $10
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| Sungod Recreation Centre February 9, 2011 On February 12, 2011 admission is free for all Sungod Recreation Centre drop-in activities from 8am to 9pm. This includes swimming and ice skating. Location: 7815 112 Street Delta, BC V4C 4V9  Free Admission
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| Hollywood 3 Cinema January 30, 2011 This is a great little theatre in Newton! It doesn't play the most recently released movies, but it's an awesome deal. Admission under $10
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| Swimming at the Newton Wave Pool January 30, 2011 The Newton Wave Pool offers Public Swims: This facility has two water slides, 15-minute wave intervals and plenty of water toys! Admission is $3 for kids (up to 18), $4.25 for students (ID required) and $5.50 for adults. Admission under $10
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| Guildford Rec Centre Weight Room or Fitness Classes January 30, 2011 Great for kids over 14 years old. We like to do a bit of cardio on the treadmills, elliptical machines or bikes and then chat as we walk around the track. $3 admission for kids up to 18 years old. Student card or other ID is required. $4.25 for University or College students (with ID) or $5.50 for adults Admission under $10
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| Vertical Reality Indoor Rock Climbing January 30, 2011 Want to bring the kids or try climbing for the first time yourself? Can't find a climbing partner? Climb Time drop-ins are what you're looking for. We harness you up and handle the ropes. All you have to do is climb and have fun. Wear runners or rent our shoes for just a toonie more. Recommended for kids from age 5 to 85! Year Round Climb-Time Schedule: Admission over $10
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| Surrey Art Centre January 28, 2011 There will be an exhibition for view: In Transition: New Art from India January 22 – March 27, 2011 Free Admission
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| Choice Billiards January 18, 2011 Located on 105 - 7728 128th Street, Surrey. It's a nice, clean Billiards hall and cafe. Admission under $10
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| Xcalibur Bowling January 18, 2011 Located beside the Scott Road Skytrain Station. Volunteers receive a very generous community group discount coming to around $12 for 2 people for 2 games (including shoe rentals). Admission over $10
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| Empire Guildford Movie Cinema January 18, 2011 Has movies for only $5.99 General admittance on Tuesdays. Admission under $10
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| Criterion 4 Movie Theatre January 18, 2011 The theatre has 4 screens and a cheap Tuesday deal; $5 on Tuesdays. They also have a reasonably priced concession stand. But just remember they only take cash! Address: 2381 King George Hwy, White Rock Admission under $10
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| Newton—$3 Skate! November 5, 2010 7120 – 136B Street Admission under $10
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| Surrey Sport & Leisure—$3 Skate! November 5, 2010 16555 Fraser Hwy Admission under $10
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| North Surrey Arena—$3 Skate! November 5, 2010 10275 135 Street Admission under $10
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| Cloverdale Arena—$3 Skate! November 5, 2010 6090 176th Street Admission under $10
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| Swimming October 25, 2010 The South Surrey Indoor pool recently underwent a renovation and they have now added some new "toys". Good for a couple hours of fun at a low cost Admission under $10
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Vancouver |
| Beaty Biodiversity Museum (UBC Campus) February 11, 2012 The Beaty Biodiversity Museum is Vancouver's natural history museum located at UBC Vancouver Campus. This outstanding facility features 20,000 square feet of various biological specimens and exhibits. Guided tours, activities and films are available to teach children about biodiversity. Also featured is the main exhibit a 85 foot blue whale skeleton!! Come enjoy this treat, FREE for UBC students and only $8 for Children 5-12. For more info and hours please visit: http://beatymuseum.ubc.ca/ Admission under $10
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| Bike riding or rollerblading July 30, 2011 Starting in Stanley Park, try either riding a bike or rollerblading around the Sea Wall. It's an easy ride with no hills. Or, for a shorter route, try the sea walk through Coal Harbour. Free Admission
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| Sewing Classes/Sewing Machine Rental at Spool of Thread July 27, 2011 Spool of Thread offers sewing classes for beginners, as well as the more advanced sewer. Learn how to use a sewing machine and make a tote bag, pillowcase set or throw pillows in three hours. Classes are $40 and up (not including materials), but if you already know how to sew, you can access their sewing lounge with sewing machines and related tools for $8/hour instead! For more information, visit: http://www.spoolofthread.com/. Admission over $10
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| Vancouver Art Gallery May 18, 2011 Check out the Vancouver Art Gallery on Tuesday nights, where admission is by donation. For more information on current and upcoming exhibits, visit: http://www.vanartgallery.bc.ca/ Admission under $10
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| Vancouver Lookout at Harbour Centre May 18, 2011 Take the glass elevator up 28 floors (533 feet) to the observation deck where you will enjoy a spectacular 360º view of Metro Vancouver’s cosmopolitan downtown and the suburbs beyond. Your ticket is good for the day, and you can return later in the evening to watch the beautiful sunset. You can also get a $2 off coupon for an adult ticket from Tourism Vancouver's website. For more information, visit: http://www.vancouverlookout.com/. Admission over $10
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| Yoga May 13, 2011 Yoga in Vancouver (close to Stadium Skytrain Station) has "by donation" yoga sessions. It's a great way to teach your mentee how to deal with stress. It's a great way to spend time together and get exercise all in one activity. You don't need a mat, they have mats. It's a good idea to check out the schedule before going to find a time that suits you. http://yogaforthepeople.ca/ Admission under $10
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| Family Fun Events April 24, 2011 Here is a website where events, suitable for young people of all ages, are posted on a daily basis : http://www.findfamilyfun.com
Admission under $10
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| Laser & Light Show at the Planetarium February 23, 2011 Visit the Planetarium (H.R. MacMillan Space Centre) for a laser & light show that is a trippy audiovisual treat! Featured music by the Gorillaz and Pink Floyd. It is located at: 1100 Chestnut Street in Vancouver. Admission over $10
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| Walk along the beach February 22, 2011 Go for a walk along the beach and toss a football or enjoy other sports with your KidStart kid. It's free and fun! Free Admission
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| Home Depot Workshops February 10, 2011 Home Depot hosts workshops for him, her, and kids. Learn how to install a toilet, make a Hello Kitty shelf or tile a table (just to name a few). Check out the website and reserve a spot: http://www.homedepot.ca/workshops Free Admission
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| Purple Thistle February 10, 2011 Check out the http://blog.purplethistle.ca This is free space to make art, hang out and make tea. There are tools, supplies, and space for your projects. Mon, Tue and Wed: 4pm-10pm Thursdays, 4pm-730pm Fridays, 1pm-10pm Free Admission
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| Create Animations/Movies Online February 3, 2011 Create an online animation/movie with your mentee. All you need is a computer, then go to: http://www.xtranormal.com/
Free Admission
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| Gardenworks Shop February 3, 2011 Kids learning about plant and gardening $12 per kid. Admission over $10
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| Running & Walking Club January 24, 2011 If you and your kids want to get active, try the Run Inn's clinics at 6:30pm on Thursday nights. There are groups for different skill levels and even a begin-to-run group for newbies. The drop-in rate is $2 or you can sign up for the entire season at a discounted price. There is also a location in Tswwassen with similar programs. »» Visit the website if you are interested. Admission under $10
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| Letter Writing Club January 24, 2011 The Regional Assembly of Text (3934 Main Street Vancouver BC) hosts a letter writing evening at 7pm on the first Thursday of every month. The store provides materials & typewriters so that participants can create beautiful notes for anyone they choose! It is free to attend & no sign-up is necessary. http://www.assemblyoftext.com for more information: Free Admission
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| Dessert and Cards January 14, 2011 Go to a coffee shop, or some dessert place. Order some CHOCOLATE and play cards :) Cause it's fun! And we all need our coffee break: Then go for a walk after and teach your youth about developing a healthy metabolism—and the importance of exercise. Admission under $10
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| Crankpots at City Center Mall January 14, 2011 Crankpots Ceramics Studio: 555 W. 12th Price: $20/person You can pick out a piece of ceramic, like a cup, bowl, containers, etc. and paint them! The pricing is based on the item picked, but it ranges from $15-30 per item. The paint, firing, is all included. You just grab a piece, pick a table and start creating a long-lasting memory. You can come back at anytime to continue painting if the pieces weren't finished that day. Admission over $10
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| Collage Button Making Workshops January 13, 2011 This is a very accessible craft workshop where adults, children and teens get to work with paper, rubber stamps and fabric to create their own professional pinback buttons or magnets. Workshops run once a month on a Saturday, 1 to 4 pm. For full information please visit: http://laurabucci.com/workshops.shtml Admission over $10
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