Rec Report Newsletter: May 2026

Westshore Parks & Recreation is thrilled to announce the second annual Paddle Royale Pickleball Tournament is back this summer! After last year's debut, we’re excited to welcome players back for another fun-filled day of competitive play, community spirit, and celebration on the Juan de Fuca Outdoor Pickleball Courts. This year, WSPR is proud to be partnering with Court Crushers on the return of this popular event.

Whether you’re returning to defend your crown or joining the Paddle Royale for the first time, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Open to Beginner (under 3.0), Intermediate (3.0–3.5), and Experienced (3.5+) divisions.

Save the dates:
Saturday, May 30, 2026 | 9AM: Registration day
Saturday, July 4, 2026 | 8AM-7PM: Tournament day
More details to come as registration day approaches.

Grab your paddle & Pickle partner and get ready to rule the court!

Spring Into Fitness

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Spring is here—and so are fresh new classes! Let’s move, dance, breathe, and reset together.

Strength with a Twist

• Choreographed Strength: Strength training meets the beat. Sundays 11:15am.
• Total Strength: Build skills, confidence, and muscle. Tues/Thurs 11:30am.
• Step & Sculpt: High‑energy step + strength mashup. Saturdays 5pm.

Dance It Out

• Cardio Dance Fit: Feel‑good cardio with simple moves and great music. Tuesdays 5:30pm.
• Partyfit®: Low lights, loud beats, and pure fun. All levels welcome.

Find Your Calm

• Weekend Easy Yoga: Gentle, grounding, and beginner‑friendly. Saturdays 12:30pm.
• Breathwork Basics Workshops: Two Sunday workshop options (May 31 & June 7) to learn simple tools for calm and clarity.
• Mindful Yin Yoga: Long holds, deep release, and reflective stillness. Tuesdays 6:45pm.

Find out more and reserve your space!

Summer Nature & Adventure Camps 

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If you're still on the hunt for great summer adventures, sign up your kiddo for a nature camp they won't forget!

Nature Preschool Camp
Ages 3-5 years
Outside all week  (9:00-12:00 daily)
Weekly July 6 – August 28

Every day is an adventure! Children will explore the outdoors and forests at WSPR, make nature-inspired art, and enjoy imaginative, childe-led play. Rain or shine every day encourages creativity, problem solving and a love for the natural world. Drop-off and pick-ups at various spots around WSPR property - nature is our playground.

Morning Adventure Camp
Ages 6-10 years
9:00AM-12:15PM
Weekly June 30 – Sept 4

Get ready to explore, create and play! Half-day morning camps are packed with outdoor adventures, arts and crafts, active games, friends, swimming and imagination!

Afternoon Adventure Camp
Ages 6-10 years
12:45-4:00PM
Weekly June 30 – Sept 4

Join us for the half day afternoon camp full of adventure! Enjoy arts and crafts, theme days, outdoor games, swimming and lots of fun activities.  Campers will stay active, make new friends and create lasting summer memories.  

Find our more and register now!

Friday Youth Nights

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Friday Youth Nights have been bumping—and the fun isn’t stopping yet! With the turf and pool freshly prepped and ready for action, Youth Nights are back in full swing. Youth can look forward to sports in the ISC, youth-only swimming in the pool, and games in The Shore.

The final Friday Youth Night takes place on June 19, featuring the fan-favourite bungy run to ramp up excitement before the summer break.

For youth 11-18
ISC: 3:00-6:30PM
Pool: 6:30-8:00PM
The Shore: 6:30-9:00PM

View the full activity schedule online and join in the fun!

Refreshing the Pool: What’s New

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During the annual pool closure in April, maintenance crews were busy making upgrades to enhance both the look and performance of our facilities. You've probably already noticed some of the results! Front-line updates include refreshed change rooms, newly retiled floors, a recoated hot tub, and a fully renovated cedar sauna, now complete with the upper bench added back for the full sauna experience. The team also completed pool deck regrouting, door repairs, and surface touch‑ups to keep everything looking its best.

Behind the scenes is where functionality is maintained, like servicing pumps, valves, filters, UV systems, and chemical feed systems, improving energy efficiency, refreshing pool sensors, and recoating high‑use areas of the leisure pool. All this work helps ensure a cleaner, safer, and even more enjoyable experience for everyone.

And here's a big shout out to the whole crew for their hard work during the closure!

Good News for Coffee Lovers

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Pop by the reception lobby for a special discounted price on Spirit Bear coffee ($2.00) and lattes or hot chocolate ($3.00). Recharge your day with tasty, local java.

Child Care Programs That Feel Like Camp

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Programs That Grow With Your Child

From first steps to after‑school adventures, WSPR’s licensed child care programs offer engaging, active, and supportive experiences for children at every stage.

Our Move.Learn.Play.–based Preschools help young children build confidence, relationships, and physical literacy through play. Led by certified Early Childhood Educators, each day includes arts and crafts, music, storytelling, indoor and outdoor play, and special activities like dance, yoga, sports, and skating—making full use of our 109‑acre site and indoor recreation spaces. Kinderprep, Discovery, and Inside Out programs run from 9:00 am–2:00 pm.

For school‑age children, WSPR’s Afterschool Care delivers a fun, camp‑like experience every afternoon. Children from seven local schools are safely transported by licensed Class 4 drivers to WSPR, where they enjoy sports, free play, creative activities, STEM exploration, and outdoor adventures with consistent, caring leaders.

Together, these programs offer families a trusted, active, and affordable child care pathway—where children feel known, supported, and excited to return.

Space is still available for the 2026 school year - register now!

Fields: Time to Heal

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WSPR Fields Closed starting May 1

WSPR fields will be closed starting May 1 to allow for important recovery work, including aeration, sanding, and seeding, which helps rebuild strong, healthy turf. When fields are overused without rest, the soil becomes compacted, drainage is reduced, grass roots weaken, and bare or muddy areas develop—leading to uneven, slippery surfaces and a higher risk of injury.

This recovery period is especially critical to prepare the fields for the heavy rain and high use they endure during the fall and winter seasons. By letting the fields rest and heal now, we’re protecting their long‑term health and ensuring safer, higher‑quality playing conditions for the community when sports return.

Upcoming Holiday Hours