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Make the most of military life. Enjoy your favorite sport or hobby activity among friends.
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You can connect with others who share your enthusiasm for adventures, skill development, and fun - on land and in the water. PSP Esquimalt's Recreation Clubs can enhance your Canadian Forces lifestyle, join today! |
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Aquarius Scuba Club
Caution! Scuba diving can be addictive.
After 25 years, Aquarius has grown to become the largest active dive club in the Canadian Forces. With a 24-foot custom built aluminum boat (the Aquarius II), 10 divers can take advantage of a variety of courses.
Entry level "Basic Open Water" through "Divemaster" training is available at an affordable rate compared other programs. Specialty in Enriched Air/Nitrox, Wreck Diving, Drysuit Diving, and Photography are also available at the Naden teaching facility/clubhouse - with pool sessions held close-by too.
Club members take part in frequent boat and shore dives (with their dive buddies - an essential partnership for new and experienced divers), multi-dives, and family-oriented weekend getaways to terrific Vancouver Island locations, such as Race Rocks, 10 Mile Point, and the wrecks of the HMCS Mackenzie and GB Church.
Find out more!
Talk to William Slater @ 250-363-2630
Online @ www.aquariusdiveclub.com |
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Ranch Point Boat Club
Come to beautiful Nanoose Bay and enjoy the finest power or sail boating along the coast. When not at sea, club members can be found maintaining the floats or cleaning up after the river otters - seven of whom have applied for associate membership. Who knew owning a boat could be so fun?
Find out more!
Talk to Club President Jeff Manney @ 250-756-5002 |
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Kayak Club
Whether Ocean or Whitewater kayaking, the Kayak Club emphasizes safety and rescue techniques.
Members are trained in basic kayaking (included in the membership fee - $50 for military and civilian DND employees and family). After the two-day course (at the Naden pool and on the ocean) members can sign out a kayak from our 20+ fleet. Plus, club members enjoy pool access on Tuesday and Thursday evenings (except during basic course training) to hone paddling skills, or learn the popular Eskimo Roll!
Find out more!
Talk to JF Bureau 250-363-7322 |
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Canadian Forces Sailing Association (CFSA)
Military and civilian sailing enthusiasts of the CFSA are an active, committed group who enjoy casual sailing, racing, and socializing!
Members are granted priority access to the 100 berth, full service Marina at Munro Head - as well as a fleet of 420's, Albacores, OPTIs, and Laser IIs for training and racing activities, and clubhouse availability for social events.
The CFSA shares it's passion for sailing through a summer Learn to Sail Program for beginner (age 7+) to expert levels - plus instructor and cruising courses, and is home to the Victoria Branch of the Disabled Sailing Association of British Columbia.
Find out more!
Clubhouse voice mail @ 385-2646 | Office @ 385-8873
Online @ cfsa.wordpress.com |
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Power Boat Club
The CFB Esquimalt Power Boat Club promotes family-oriented, safe boating, as well as marine conservation all while enjoying life on the west coast!
Work Point Barracks are the home to club amenities, including mooring slips, storage compound, servicing bays, and the clubhouse - plus 100 berths for powerboats up to 30' long - with priority status for serving Canadian Forces members (other members placed club seniority). Four major fishing derbies and barbecues (featuring free entry, cash prizes and participant awards) are annual member highlights.
Find out more!
Clubhouse @ 250-360-0905 | Online @ www.boatclub.ca | |
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CFB Esquimalt Golf Association
Looking 'fore' fun? Join the 600 men, women and juniors from CFB Esquimalt's Golf Association at local golf courses. Pick up a day pass to receive the benefits of club membership at a variety of courses, including summer and winter memberships, Olympic View, Arbutus Ridge, Glen Meadows, Duncan Meadows, Gorge Vale, Ardmore, Cowichan, Metchosin, Prospect Lake and Royal Oak. Inquire about special rates for Bear Mountain and Highland Pacific as well as special benefits at Island View and Highland Pacific Driving Ranges. See you on the green!
Find out more!
Carl Girard 250-363-4041
carlgirard@telus.net
Online @ www.cfbega.ca |
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Shotokan Karate Club
Through traditional teaching, seminars, and tournaments, Shotokan aims to expose students to world-class karate. With the leadership of world-class martial arts instructors, children and adults train at the Naden Athletic Centre and Colwood Pacific Activity Centre. Beginners are accepted throughout the year, so try a class today!
Find out more!
Email cfb.karate@shaw.ca or Mike Maxwell 250-363-4700 |
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Pacific Camping Club
We are undergoing operational changes; therefore, the camping sites at Nanoose will not be available as of 31 March 2011. Please inquirie about future developments of the Pacific Camping Club.
Find out more!
Talk to Patrick Fisher, Club President @ cdnfish@gmail.com
Online @ www.members.shaw.ca/pacificcc/ |
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Naden Squash Club
For fun and fitness, squash should be at the top of your list. A sport that provides immeanse aerobic benefit, seasoned players or newbies will enjoy this club. Get started off on the right foot - join the Junior Program to learn proper technique and rules of play - or stop by a Saturday clinic to explore the game further. No experience is necessary, and all the equipment you need is is available at the Naden Athetic Centre.
Find out more!
Talk to Karl Hoener @ 250-363–4999 |
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Taekwondo
Welcome one of the newest Canadian Forces Military Sports! Traditional instruction in World Taekwondo Federation, and modern Olympic Taekwondo, techniques are available to CFB Esquimalt members at the Naden Athletic Centre. As members of the Canadian Forces Taekwondo Association (CFTA), and the British Columbia Taekwondo Federation, athletes are eligible to compete in provincial and national events. See how this exciting new program will complement your fitness regime!
Find out more!
Talk to Chris Jenkins @ 250-363- 5009 |
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Triathlon
Run, cycle, swim! Whatever your fitness and sports passion, you can use your enthusiasm to develop your triathalon skills through group training and competitions. Join over thirty supportive members to train in each discipline - new members are always welcome, at any level of experience. If you like to train hard, race hard, and have fun, you'll fit right in!
Find out more!
Talk to Kirsten Arensen 250-363-5009
Online @ www.cftriathlon.ca |
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Auto Hobby Club
Keeping pedal to the metal for nearly sixteen years, members are skilled and equipped to perform everything from oil changes to engine rebuilds. With all the features an auto enthusiast could ask for (floor hoists, a tire changer, wheel balance, brake lathe, welding machinery, and computer diagnostic machine) the Auto Hobby Club is more than a self-help repair shop. The club proudly assist members, and member's families with reliable repair services (during deployment).
Find out more!
Talk to us @ 250-480-0191 |
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Amateur Radio
In the event of disaster, the Base Amateur Radio Service (BARS) is there to help. Their well-equipped station, sizeable antennas for HF and VHF operations, and repeater station with auto patch enable the club to provide emergency backup communications.
By promoting amateur radio operating techniques, and technical skills, the club has enabled members prepare for basic and advanced license exams - for 25 years!
Find out more!
Talk to Jack Dennett@ majendie36@shaw.ca |
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Medieval Club
Rediscover the Medieval Ages of 600 to 1600 AD in a social environment with other members, civilian employees, and dependants. Spend your summer at traditional feasts and camping events, pursue a knighthood, or simple explore the arts of Ages Past. Keep busy during the year with weekly classes in dance, armoured fighting and period fencing. No equipment required to start out - you'll have fun developing and building your own gear.
Find out more!
Talk to Troy Dierk @ 250-642-0584 |
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Model Railroad
The Model Railway Club participates in various events in Victoria and up island. Regular meetings allow for new or experienced model railway enthusiasts to share their knowledge and experience, as well as the excellent reference library.This is a club that the whole family can participate in!
Find out more!
Talk to Fred Madill @ 250-363-7940 |
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Work Point Community Garden Club
Get your hands dirty! Watch your vegetable garden grow, or keeping your beautiful with fresh flowers - all in without giving up your own backyard. The Work Point Community Garden plots (located at Anson and Munro Streets in Esquimalt) are the best 15' X 15' or 30' X 30' place to test out your green thumb. All military family (and some community) requests are accepted.
Find out more!
Talk to John Groot @ 250-363-2176 |
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Clear your to-do list for some fun with the military classes, events, and programs in our current Activity Guide. |
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