Check In (4pm-6pm)

Check-In (6:30am-9am)

If you cannot check-in on Friday, please check-in at least 30 minutes before your first workshop on Saturday.

Yoga Flow

Yoga Flow: This invigorating class involves fast paced, flowing postures to get you moving and breathing. Some arm balances and
inversions will be included. This practice will
help you to reduce stress as you build
strength, stamina, flexibility and balance.

Walk/Jog - LearnToRun

You'd like to learn to run, but perhaps you've never run before, or not had success when you did try it, or you've been away from running for 3 months or longer. Most people do too much too soon too quickly. In this workshop you will work through the first session of a tried-and-true gentle, progressive Walk/Run program. You'll discover how easy running can be, and that anyone can do it! 

Walking Qigong

Qigong is a Chinese system of enhancing the flow of Qi (energy) that fuels our movements, thoughts and emotions – our lives.  The practice of Qigong involves executing easy-to-learn "moving meditation" patterns which are proven to boost immunity and contribute to living healthier and longer lives.  Practicing Qigong brings many benefits including aerobic endurance, a healthier heart and greater resilience to stress.  Walking Qigong will be a wonderful way to begin your day!

Yoga for Self Care
(This workshop is full)

An introductory integration of yoga postures, conscious breath, meditation and affirmations to provide deep nourishment for our body, to heal our relationship with our body, to replenish our vital life force so that we shine bright as women.        Self care is essential in order to richly engage in life and give our gifts fully. Yoga is an amazing self care tool!

Deep Water Aqua

Join me for a fantastic complete over-all body workout without the stress of impact.  Great for those with any joint problems.  We'll have fun in the deep end of the pool, supported with belts and/or noodles, and use various floats to challenge you to move comfortably and rhythmically with some easy-listening tunes.

Complete All Terrain Training (CATT)

Complete All Terrain Training is ARC's equivalent to Bootcamp. The biggest difference is the integration of ARC's renowned warm-ups & Rekinect (injury prevention) protocols, ensuring participants leave injury resistant, not injured. CATT is a comprehensive 360° ARC conditioning experience. CATT’s variety filled full body strength and conditioning experience will take you through a dynamic warm up, cardio intervals and functional strength exercises. Complete your session and begin to recover with yoga, core strength & balanced flexibility.

Yoga for Runners

Yoga Flow: This invigorating class involves fast paced, flowing postures to get you moving and breathing. Some arm balances and inversions will be included. This practice will help you to reduce stress as you build strength, stamina, flexibility and balance. IDEAL FOR RUNNERS AND WALKERS.

Nia
(This workshop is full)

Nia is a fitness lifestyle program that has been changing people's lives since 1983. The original and most advanced form of fusion fitness, Nia blends martial arts, healing arts and dance arts to create a workout that no isolated technique can match. Nia's barefoot, grounded approach to fitness and well-being maximizes body efficiency, cultivates energy and teaches you to consciously move in an integrated way. Learn how to move Your Body's Way for Flexibility, Agility, Mobility, Strength, and Stability.

Tai Chi

Introduction to Tai Chi - Stretch and strengthen muscles and instill peace and feelings of connection between body, mind and soul.  A beautiful experience with Johann.

Laughter Yoga

Laughter Yoga is a series of breathing and easy movements exercises designed to teach the body to laugh with out depending on jokes or humor. Why call it Laughter Yoga?  Yoga means union and laughter brings all 3 aspects of mind, body and spirit together. We can also call it 'laugher-cise'. It is an aerobic exercise, a stress buster, it can include techniques that are playful, yogic based, clapping, chanting, deep breathing, humming, etc, all chosen to lighten our spirit and give a feeling of well-being through the release of endorphins. Laughter has holistic benefits on all levels; it is a pain reliever, improves immunity, lowers blood pressure and it improves your sense of humour.

Zumba
(This workshop is full)

This class fuses hypnotic Latin and International rhythms with easy to follow moves to create a dynamic workout system that will blow you away. Zumba utilizes the principles of fitness interval training and resistance training to maximize caloric output, fat burning and total body toning. It uses a variety of styles in its routines, including Cumbia, Soca, Merengue, Salsa, African, Reggaeton, Flamenco, Funk, and Bellydance. Zumba is a "feel-happy" workout that is great for both the body and the mind.

Reiki-Healing for the Whole Family

Reiki is a natural, ancient, hands-on healing technique that is both gentle and powerful. By accessing the universal life force energy that inhabits and connects us all, Reiki helps to raise the vibrational frequency of the body, releasing and removing energetic blocks. It helps to restore balance to the body, accelerate its natural ability to heal, and allows one to discover and embrace his or her natural gifts through self empowerment. It is a gift that we can give to ourselves, others, and all sentient beings.

Belly Dancing

Come try a “Taste of Belly Dance”  with Goddess Annyse and celebrate the feminine spirit through this ancient ritual. 

Belly Dance is one of the most ancient forms of dance.  The origins can be traced back to the Orient, India and, of course the Middle East.  Although many today perceive it as a dance intended to entertain men, traditionally it was and still is performed BY WOMEN, FOR WOMEN to celebrate special occasions and also in preparation for childbirth.

Thousands of women around the world are drawn to belly dance for the joy of expression, confidence and Self-Esteem  it inspires in them as well as numerous fitness benefits.

Join Goddess Annyse and discover your 'Goddess Within!

Bring your favorite Hip Scarf!  Extras will also be provided.

Full Wave Breathing

Full Wave Breathing™, designed by the founders of the International Breath Institute, is a simple-yet-unique method of breathing that delivers more oxygen all throughout your body. This technique has been used by thousands of people with amazing results, including improved health and increased energy. As a Full Wave Breath facilitator, Cynthia combines her intuitive insights and deep perceptions to teach you the techniques of full wave breathing. The end result is an awakening to your true self, your hidden passions, your unspoken dreams, and your creativity.

Nordic Walking

Nordic Walking is "walking with poles." Originating from summer training for cross-country skiers in Finland, it is now one of the fastest growing, and most beneficial fitness activities in North America. You'll engage the upper body, strengthening your back, legs and arms, and reduce neck and shoulder tension - all this while improving the health of your heart and lungs. Plus it burns more calories than walking without poles!  Discover a new fantastic way to exercise out in the fresh air on beautiful trails and grass. Anyone can do it!  Poles provided.

Lunch (Included)

Ann Clouston, the owner of the Wonderful Flying Wedge Pizza Restaurant in Peninsula Village, and Jeffrey Street, the owner of Booster Juice will generously provide the well-rounded lunch we will all need after a Half-Day of Movin' and Shakin' and having fun!  You will be treated to a bonus surprize ZUMBA demo for your lunchtime entertainment by every WOMAN Workshop Leader Mary Lou Rust and fellow Zumba Instructors Cherie Sutherland and Janet Betteridge.

Embrace the Journey
(This workshop is full)

Lovingly Arrogant:  Thriving with Change.  As women, we constantly define ourselves by the numerous roles we are socially conditioned to play, eg, professional, mother, wife, lover, etc.  When those roles change, it can be a frightening and tumultuous experience.  Journey with April:   Move to a more balanced and fulfilling personhood and tap into the dormant power within. April will inspire you to embrace the emotions attached to personal change and to revel in the renaiassance...!  In the words of poet David Whyte, "...you are not leaving...you are arriving!"

Balls and Bands
(This workshop is full)

Learn To Dive

Come and learn to dive... off 1 meter, 3 meter or higher????  Learn some basic skills to have you dive safer, don't hurt your head, legs or any other part of  your body... challenge yourself to jump off something high up.  Warm up, trampoline, dryboard, come and try it all......Note:  Transportation provided.  Taxi shuttle service departing at 12:30pm. Workshop to be conducted at the South Surrey Aquatic Centre (10 minute drive from Ocean Promenade Hotel).

Synchronized Swimming

Grab you suits, get your goggles, and don't forget those nose clips! (accessories will be included)

Janice will walk you through some very simple and gentle moves and will share stories of her Olympic experience at the1996 Summer Games.  And not to worry - deep water need not apply.  You'll be amazed at the control and strength that is needed to keep yourself at or near the surface of the water and we'll go retro and try to re-create Saturday Night Lives' 1985 Synchro skit.  Laughter will certainly prevail and wonderful memories will be had.  Don't forget your bathing cap and smile!

Transportation provided.  Shuttle will leave at 12:30pm.  Workshop takes place at the South Surrey Aquatic Centre (10 minutes from the Ocean Promenade Hotel).

Music Video Style Jazz Dance

Rhythm Wellness Drum Circle
(This workshop is full)

Timing and percussion has been proven to relax the tense, energize the tired, and heal the emotions.  Everybody can play because it requires no training to create exuberant and expressive sounds.  Percussion instruments are provided of course!

Financial Planning - Building Your Map

Do you know what would happen to your life if you became disabled? Do you know if you will have enough money at retirement? Do you hate your job but can't see a way out because of money? Take an hour out of your day to talk to a Certified Financial Planner. Dana will give a brief overview on what a Financial Planner does, what a financial plan looks like and give you a quick check up on your financial health. The seminar is designed to create an "any question is a good question" environment so take the opportunity to ask those questions you always wanted to know the answers to. 

Nutrition - Fueling for Every Day Life

"Already eating healthy- I think?" Nutrition check-up will lead you through a personal nutrition analysis and provide insight into how you can top up your diet to reach your wellness goals. Also, learn some great meal planning tips and food tricks to stay on track with your nutrition no matter what life brings.

Walking Meditation

Hip Hop

Have fun dancing your way to a great workout and get your groove in a class that will teach you all of the latest dance moves!

Yoga Nidra Closing (All)

The rhythm and power of a Drum Circle will unite us all, while Yoga Nidra awakens the mystical, integrative power of the third eye.  In Yoga Nidra, we relax enough to let go of expectations and demands about how things "should" be.  Our resistances to life progressively dissolve.  We are at peace with more things more of the time.  Join us for closing, as we celebrate our active day while opening ourselves together to our powers of intuition, creativity, health and abundance.

Dinner at Deluxe!

Celebrate an inspiring day of activity with good food and drink at beautiful new "Deluxe Beach Restaurant" just down the promenade from the every WOMAN Ocean Promenade Host Hotel... the perfect relaxing ending to a wonderful day!  Entertainment will include a Belly Dance performance by Goddess Annyse,  intuitive fun with Cheryl Brewster and a Zumba Demo to get us all moving again with the Zumba White Rock Trio of Mary Lou Rust, Cherie Sutherland and Janet Betteridge...  All dinner proceeds will support less fortunate women on our Peninsula through the White Rock/South Surrey Community Foundation.