The Rossland Pool opens on Friday, June 3 at 2:30 p.m. to the public! On Saturday, during Spring Wing Ding, the pool is open for free Swim between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Registrations and memberships can be purchased at the pool or at the recreation department.
The Rossland Pool has an aqua fit instructor on staff this summer and we’re excited about bringing aqua fit classes back to Rossland! Mark your calendars for the weeks of June 6-9, June 25-28 and July 11-15 from 5-6 p.m.
There are many benefits to aquatic workouts — specifically, water decreases the amount of shock which is transmitted through the bones, joint and ligaments. People who have mobility issues also experience the benefits of aquatic exercise because buoyancy decreases the effect of gravity: body weight is reduced by up to 90 per cent.
Special populations including the elderly who may have fragile bones, the arthritic, the disabled, the injured athlete, as well as pre-or post natal women will exercise in relative comfort and ease in the water. This class incorporates cardio, muscular endurance and stretching in a refreshing and challenging way. A great way to cool down after a long, hot day!
The Redefining Beauty course with Amber Oosthuyzen has been rescheduled for June 25 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. in the Rossland Arena lounge. The course is for girls ages 12-18 years. Amber is a local teen from Trail who has developed a course for girls and young women, that helps them to channel their self-worth, develop healthy relationships and teaches them to set the bar high. This year’s program focuses on mental and physical health and stripping away an obsession about body and image. The participants figure out what makes them tick through discussions and activities while enjoying the support of the group. To register a daughter, niece or granddaughter, please contact the recreation department.
The Home Alone course is also being offered in June — right before school lets out for the Summer. This is a great course for kids who may find themselves at home, alone, for short periods of time. The course is for children ages 10-13 years and is being offered on Thursday, June 16 from 6-8:30 p.m. at RSS.
If you’re interested in adult roller hockey at the Rossland Arena, a new co-ordinator has started up the sport. Days of the week and times may change in the future. If you’re interested in playing, please contact Hart Joron at joron_k12_hart@hotmail.com. Hart will be able to answer any questions about drop in fees and equipment required.
Jr. roller derby in the Rossland Arena has started up, with regular, weekly practices on Sundays from 5-6:30 p.m. Equipment can be purchased at Rossvegas or from several online retail stores. For more information, please contact Darlene, the co-ordinator, at darjamin@telus.net. Jr. Derby is for girls ages five to 18 years, with the different age categories being split out for safety. There is no contact allowed for Jr. derby, so there’s no reason to not give it a try!
The Rossland Mountain Market will be taking place every Thursday from 3-6:30 p.m. in downtown Rossland from June 30 - Sept. 29. The Rossland Mountain Market is coordinated by Rossland REAL Food and supports local entrepreneurs to sell their homemade and homegrown goods. The market also strives to work with the local business community and welcomes their ideas and suggestions for the 2011 market season.
For contact and vendor information, please visit: www.rosslandfood.com
There’s a two-hour Zumbathon event coming up on June 25 at the Cominco Arena gymnasium to raise money towards women’s health at the Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital. Zumba is a Latin inspired dance fitness cardio class with easy to follow moves. April Haws will lead this Zumbathon event with Amber Hayes from Rossland and Adele Wasylyk from Nelson participating as special guest instructors.
Who can last the longest in the two-hour Zumbathon event? Businesses and residents can help by either participating or donating. You can register as a team or an individual and then approach others to sponsor you to support how long you can last. For more information please visit www.zumba.com or www.kbrhhealthfoundation.ca or contact April Haws at ajhaws@hotmail.com.