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Alberta Sport Development Centre (ASDC) is here for Fort McMurray athletes, coaches, and parents.

emerging athletes and providing leadership and organizational practices, it is their mission to ensure our

1 39 woodbuffalo.ab.ca Spring & Summer 2011 RMWB ere Potential meets Performanc Alberta Sport Development Centre Northeast The Alberta Sport Development Centre (ASDC) is here for Fort McMurray athletes, coaches, and parents. recreation arts & culture With a mandate of furthering sport initiatives, developing coaches, training emerging athletes and providing leadership and organizational practices, it is their mission to ensure our local athletes receive the services they need to succeed without having to leave our community. For more information regarding the ASDC or to inquire about our programs, please contact or ASDC@keyano.ca

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RMWB Community Guide To Recreation Arts & Culture spring & summer 2011 Fort Mcmurray badminton club We play badminton on a social level and encourage members to stay active and continue with physical

- Sunday 2:00-5:00pm @ Father Mercredi school gym - Wednesday 7:00-9:00pm @ St.

791.7805 or email: bdjcparsons@shaw.ca Fort McMurray Fish and Game Association Fort McMurray Fish and Game Association is a not-for-profit organization with approximately 1100 members.

4 RMWB Community Guide To Recreation Arts & Culture spring & summer 2011 Fort Mcmurray badminton club We play badminton on a social level and encourage members to stay active and continue with physical fitness.the club is designed to be easy going and fun, with people starting from the beginning to the competitive level. come and join us! - Sunday Father Mercredi school gym - Wednesday St. Gabriel s school gym - Thursday Father Mercredi school gym - From now on till May 29, 2011; next season will resume in September. For more information, contact Derwin Parsons at or bdjcparsons@shaw.ca Fort McMurray Fish and Game Association Fort McMurray Fish and Game Association is a not-for-profit organization with approximately 1100 members. The Association is made up of 8 disciplines: biathlon, hand gun, archery, trap & skeet, big bore rifle, blackpowder, 22 rifle and indoor range shooting. We are dedicated to the safe handling of rifles, handguns, etc and to providing a facility that is second to none in Canada. While we are a controlled facility we are open to the public and offer membership for sale at Outdoor Essentials. Membership allows full use of the range, 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. All money raised through membership goes back into the running of the facility. On the last weekend in May, the handgunners will be holding a provincial event and then starting June 26 for one week, the Black Powder Club will be hosting a Rendezvous with shooters coming from Western Canada and the Western United States. For more information contact the Club at or at Outdoor Essentials. Website: 42 woodbuffalo.ab.ca

The Fort McMurray Mantas Swim Club offers both pre-competitive and competitive swim programs for Fort McMurray youth.

5 43 woodbuffalo.ab.ca Spring & Summer 2011 RMWB Fort McMurray Mantas Swim Club Does your child love swimming? Then come check out the swim club, meet new friends and experience a great team environment! The Fort McMurray Mantas Swim Club offers both pre-competitive and competitive swim programs for Fort McMurray youth. FMSC strives to create, nurture and promote a life of fun, fitness, camaraderie, and community spirit, through the sport of swimming. Watch the website for spring/ summer rookie camp dates. For more information, please contact our Head Coach, Alex Godbeer: info@fortmcmurrayswimming.com FORT MCMURRAY MINOR LACROSSE ASSOCIATION Lacrosse has long been referred to as the fastest game on two feet and is Canada s official summer sport. The promotion of speed, stamina, sportsmanship and team play in lacrosse provides excellent cross training for other sports like hockey, basketball and soccer. Lacrosse is open to anyone from age All divisions are open to both male and female players and you do not need to have previous experience to participate. The formal season runs from April to July with tournaments and league play. Dropins will occur through the winter for fun and conditioning. Watch for introductory clinics coming to the schools. For more information: fmmla@hotmail.com recreation arts & culture

RMWB Community Guide To Recreation Arts & Culture spring & summer 2011 Fort Mcmurray ringette association Become part of the fastest sport on ice!

It is very fast and exciting. Boys and girls can begin playing Ringette as young as 5 years of age. No skating experience is required.

6 RMWB Community Guide To Recreation Arts & Culture spring & summer 2011 Fort Mcmurray ringette association Become part of the fastest sport on ice! Ringette is a team participation sport which encourages physical, mental and social development of individual participants along with sportsmanship and personal excellence. It is very fast and exciting. Boys and girls can begin playing Ringette as young as 5 years of age. No skating experience is required. The Fort McMurray Ringette Association is hosting the following events: 2011 Summer Camp: August 22 26, 2011at MacDonald Island Park Registration forms are available on our website or at Sports Wise. Come Try It Event: September 10, 2011 from 2:00 4:00 pm at MacDonald Island Park Registration Fees: $ for first time players / full time goalies. Early registration cutoff for returning players is July 15, Please refer to the website for the registration rates & forms For more information or other upcoming events please check our website or contact Shelly Robertson at or shellyarobertson@hotmail.com The Fort McMurray Rowing Club offers both recreational and competitive rowing programs in a sociable and accessible club environment. Anyone from age 14 to 80+ can enjoy the cardiovascular, flexibility, and muscle strengthening benefits that the sport of rowing provides. Experienced or new, individual or team, all rowers are welcome! You must, however, know how to swim. The Learn to Row program starts rowers on the Snye in larger boats, and builds each person s skill level at their own pace. The goal is to provide each rower with enough skill and confidence to row on the Clearwater River. Our outdoor season begins around the May long weekend and runs through to October. Check our web site for the latest announcements and program details. For More Information: Phone: mcmurrayrowing@yahoo.ca 44 woodbuffalo.ab.ca

Spring & Summer 2011 RMWB Fort McMurray Running Club The Fort McMurray Running Club, established in 1983, is a not-for-profit group open to runners, family and friends, and

We organize running events from 3km to 50km in length and provide volunteer support, equipment and logistic support for charitable walk/run events.

fmrc.ab.ca Fort Mcmurray Table Tennis Club We play table tennis every Tuesday evening at 7:30pm in the Composite High School gym.

7 Spring & Summer 2011 RMWB Fort McMurray Running Club The Fort McMurray Running Club, established in 1983, is a not-for-profit group open to runners, family and friends, and all those interested in the promotion of a healthy, active lifestyle in Fort McMurray and area. We organize running events from 3km to 50km in length and provide volunteer support, equipment and logistic support for charitable walk/run events. Membership is free, and anyone may join by registering in one of our events as a participant or volunteer. For more info: Barry Morrell bakermor@telus.net Fort Mcmurray Table Tennis Club We play table tennis every Tuesday evening at 7:30pm in the Composite High School gym. Our season ends in May and resumes in September. We nurture fun games and healthy exercise for all ages. Youth players have the opportunity to participate in the Alberta Winter Games in recreation arts & culture For more info: fmttclub@gmail.com Handy: Carlos: woodbuffalo.ab.ca

RMWB Community Guide To Recreation Arts & Culture spring & summer 2011 Noralta Skating Club SPRING CAMP 2011! - Registration for our 3rd Semester Spring Camp will begin March 28, 2011.

PROGRAMS OFFERED: - Mom & Tot - Preschool - Advanced Preschool - CanSkate - JumpStart - Adult CanSkate NEW for 2011 ONLINE REGISTRATION!

ca for all of your Learn To Skate needs! team zumba Fort McMurray For more information: Tania Murowchuk: 780.791.4674 Coaches: 780.743.4330 Email: noraltaadmin@shaw.ca Website: www.noraltaskatingclub.

8 RMWB Community Guide To Recreation Arts & Culture spring & summer 2011 Noralta Skating Club SPRING CAMP 2011! - Registration for our 3rd Semester Spring Camp will begin March 28, Classes start April 26 at MacDonald Island Park and run for 8 weeks. PROGRAMS OFFERED: - Mom & Tot - Preschool - Advanced Preschool - CanSkate - JumpStart - Adult CanSkate NEW for 2011 ONLINE REGISTRATION! Please visit our website for the most current Club program information and descriptions, calendar of events, registration process etc. Visit us often at for all of your Learn To Skate needs! team zumba Fort McMurray For more information: Tania Murowchuk: Coaches: noraltaadmin@shaw.ca Website: Zumba is a dance fitness workout class that fuses latin, hip-hop and international rhythms, easy-to-follow dance steps and aerobic moves into a one-of-a-kind fitness program where you literally party yourself into shape. Zumba is great for any age and fitness level. Don t worry if you cannot dance or if you feel you are uncoordinated. Our moto is if you don t get the moves right away, just make it up! Zumba is easy to catch onto and you will not even notice you are working out because you are to busy having a blast! Grab your water bottle, low tread runners, a couple friends and head on down to try out a class. Drop-In classes are scheduled at various times and locations around Fort McMurray. New participants please the instructor prior to attending a class to confirm locations and time. Add yourself to the group on Facebook: Team Zumba Fort McMurray for a complete listing of classes, events and pricing. 46 woodbuffalo.ab.ca Come Party Yourself Into Shape and Join the Team! Amanda Weger, Instructor teamzumba@gmail.com or call

Spring & Summer 2011 RMWB Northern Lights Triathlon Club Are you looking for something new that will help you have more energy, look better in your clothes (and out), AND relieve stress at the same

Our club consists of men and women who are short, tall, big AND small.

Titanium Teens (14-19) can join all adult workouts; Age 5-13 can attend our free SPRING BLITZ training sessions at MacDonald Island from 3-5pm on May 15, 22, 29 and June 4 for race registration.

9 Spring & Summer 2011 RMWB Northern Lights Triathlon Club Are you looking for something new that will help you have more energy, look better in your clothes (and out), AND relieve stress at the same time? recreation arts & culture THE NORHTERN LIGHTS TRIATHLON CLUB IS FOR YOU! Set your sights on finishing your first of many triathlons right here in FORT MCMCURRAY on Sunday, June 19th, Our club consists of men and women who are short, tall, big AND small. We are committed to exemplifying the strength of the human spirit by helping each other grow in the sport from beginners to elites. FREE TRAINING PROGRAMS FOR YOUTH! Titanium Teens (14-19) can join all adult workouts; Age 5-13 can attend our free SPRING BLITZ training sessions at MacDonald Island from 3-5pm on May 15, 22, 29 and June 4 for race registration. Save the dates: SUNDAY, JUNE 5 KIDS OF STEEL (ages 5-13) AND TRY A TRI (event for people that have NEVER participated in a triathlon before or are one of our Titanium Teens ages 14-19) SUNDAY, JUNE 19 DIRTY LAUNDRY VINEYARD NLTC TRIATHLON Who knew swimming, cycling, and running could be SO much fun? Check out for information. 47 woodbuffalo.ab.ca

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Spring & Summer 2011 RMWB Ultimate Sculpting Fitness & Nutrition Consulting recreation arts & culture Fitness Classes Personal Training Nutrition Consulting

com Wet & Wild Diving Society We are a group of scuba divers right here in Fort McMurray.

family to scuba dive. We have monthly meetings held on the first Tuesday of every month at the Bob Lamb Centre, Keyano College. The meetings start at 7:30pm.

Yearly Fee: Adult $30 Youth under 21 Free Alberta Underwater Council fees are free for the 1st year (optional) For more info: wwscuba.com 780.743.

11 Spring & Summer 2011 RMWB Ultimate Sculpting Fitness & Nutrition Consulting recreation arts & culture Fitness Classes Personal Training Nutrition Consulting Weight Loss Groups Fitness Brats (Kid s Fitness) Work Place Wellness Visit our website at or contact Kelly at acornkelly@hotmail.com Wet & Wild Diving Society We are a group of scuba divers right here in Fort McMurray. We encourage training and hold various events such as: dive rodeos, fun social events, lake clean-ups, triathlon support and make it easier for you and your family to scuba dive. We have monthly meetings held on the first Tuesday of every month at the Bob Lamb Centre, Keyano College. The meetings start at 7:30pm. The room number will be posted on the Bulletin Board in the lobby. Yearly Fee: Adult $30 Youth under 21 Free Alberta Underwater Council fees are free for the 1st year (optional) For more info: wwscuba.com Anyone interested in scuba diving can join, whether you are already certified or are wanting to be certified. Check out our website for current information on upcoming dive trips, training, fun activites, volunteer events, and what we do for area youth and adults to advance the sport of scuba diving. 49 woodbuffalo.ab.ca

RMWB Community Guide To Recreation Arts & Culture spring & summer 2011 WOOD BUFFALO ADVENTURE CLUB

Buffalo Adventure Club enjoys the pristine outdoors with the support of a safety conscious,

OUR ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: - Hiking - Backpacking - Camping (winter & summer) - Exploration - Nature

region - Learning new outdoor techniques - Hiking trail development projects - Orienteering.

12 RMWB Community Guide To Recreation Arts & Culture spring & summer 2011 WOOD BUFFALO ADVENTURE CLUB Our Vision: As a recognized and influential leader in non-motorized outdoor adventure the Wood Buffalo Adventure Club enjoys the pristine outdoors with the support of a safety conscious, environmentally aware and healthier community. OUR ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: - Hiking - Backpacking - Camping (winter & summer) - Exploration - Nature discovery - Participating in local initiatives aimed at preserving the natural beauty of the region - Learning new outdoor techniques - Hiking trail development projects - Orienteering. For more info: Eric Girard, President egirard7@hotmail.com Check out our website for our next activity or us! 50 woodbuffalo.ab.ca

STRENGTHENING OUR COMMUNITY

STRENGTHENING OUR COMMUNITY DID YOU KNOW? our community campaign changes lives Did you know the YMCA is a charity? At the Y, no child or adult is turned away based on their ability to pay. We recognize that for communities to succeed,