winter 2018 activity guide Winter 2018 Activity Guide 1 NO MORE HIBERNATING Trips and events to warm your spirit and live campus life to the fullest 8FITNESS CLASSES TO FIRE YOU UP THE ANNUAL SKI TRIP IS BACK! Turn to page 6 to join in rec royals do something great this winter PLUS Student Life at the DSB Wellness Workshops Student Recognition Awards Living Room Room 1009 Main Campus DSB 303 DSB Campus
Contents 03 Student Life Team 04 The Living Room 05 Student Ambassador Leadership Program 06 Student Life at the DSB, Annual Ski Trip 07 Intramurals 08 Fitness Classes 10 Special Events & Away Trips 11 Free Events 12 Community Passes & Deals 13 Student Recognition Awards, Nutrition Workshop 14 Wellness & Development Workshops 15 Rec Royals, Wrap Up Party, Cultural Spotlight Check in with us online for upcoming events, prizes giveaways, & much more! @RDCCampusrec @RDCCampusrec 403.343.4067 campus.recreation@rdc.ab.ca rdc.ab.ca/campusrec
Winter 2018 Activity Guide 3 Wendy Cameron, Michelle Colby, Erik Mohns, Taz Kassam, Kevin Ramsden, Jacquie Starcheski, Trina Carroll, Charity Lehn and Lauren Pezzella Meet Your Student Life Team Visit our Campus Rec Programmers in the Living Room (1009), your main hangout spot on campus. What do Campus Rec Programmers do? Event planning and promotion Promotion of student life activities including intramurals, special events, away trips and more! Provide customer service out of the Living Room (YOUR Student Life Centre) Looking for employment? Student Life hires every March for employment opportunities in September of the same year. Check in with the staff to learn more.
4 Winter 2018 Campus Rec Relax and lounge in our LIVING ROOM The Living Room is the spot on campus to hang out, watch a movie, play a video game, meet new friends and register for all our activities. We have two unique spaces on Main Campus (1009) and Downtown Campus (DSB 303). Your hardworking brain deserves a break. Drop the books for a bit, and drop in.... this is your life beyond the classroom! Main Campus Living Room Student Life Centre 1009 Monday Thursday 10:30 am 5:30 pm Friday 10:30 am 3:00 pm Donald School of Business (DSB) Living Room Student Life Centre DSB 303 Open Monday to Friday during the academic term Student Ambassador Leadership Office Located in the Living Room Monday 11:00 am 3:00 pm Tuesday 10:30 am 2:00 pm Wednesday 10:30 am 1:30 pm Thursday 10:30 am 1:30 pm
Winter 2018 Activity Guide 5 STUDENT LEADERSHIP AT RDC LEARN MORE. DO MORE. YOU ARE A LEADER! Student Ambassador Leadership Program RDC Student Ambassadors are an enthusiastic group of current students who are passionate about the Red Deer College community and are excited to share their own unique story through volunteering, networking and workshops! As an Ambassador, you will: Greet guests at the College and assist in hosting events for visitors Volunteer and represent the college at various events and activities both on and off campus Share your unique student experience with others Participate in workshops and other student professional development 4 Reasons to get involved! Volunteering is fun You meet great people Great addition to your resume Enhance your experience at Red Deer College Contact the Student Ambassador Program Assistant for an application form Email ambassadors@rdc.ab.ca In Person Visit the Living Room (1009) Phone 403.343.4095
6 Winter 2018 Campus Rec STUDENT LIFE AT the DSB Did you know there is a Living Room at the DSB Campus? Visit us in DSB 303, open Monday to Friday during the academic term. FREE DROP-IN ACTIVITIES ALL DAY! Netflix Gaming Pool/Billiards Air Hockey Foosball Hang out spot! Welcome Back Lunch Mon, January 8 12:00 pm DSB 303 Join us for food, music and a game of Table Tennis to kick off the New Year. Hot Questions Wednesday, January 31 12:00 pm DSB 303 and Friday, February 2 12:00 pm Living Room (1009) Hide your tears! We challenge you to a spicy food eating contest. Answer our questions successfully and you re a winner! Weekly Pool Tournaments Starting January 23 1:00 pm DSB 303 Join us for some music and a weekly game of pool. Tie One On With The Dean Tuesday, March 13 12:30 pm DSB 303 Have presentations coming up? Learn from the Dean of the DSB how to tie a tie and prepare best for interviews, presentations and the business life! ANNUAL SKI TRIP IS BACK! JOIN US FOR OUR FASTEST SELLING SKI TRIP AT PANORAMA SKI HILL February 2 4 5:00 pm departure time Early Bird Rates: Students, Staff, Alumni $280 Community $340 Price includes 2 way transportation, 2 day lift pass, on hill accommodation, merchandise and giveaways all weekend! Need rentals? Let our staff know upon registering. Secure your spot with a $100 deposit. Early bird rates effective until Friday, January 12. Limited seats available.
Winter 2018 Activity Guide 7 INTRA MURALS Intramurals begin the week of January 22 and end the week of April 2. No games scheduled when RDC is closed for holidays. (Prices reflect a one-time fee only) Floor Hockey Mondays 7:00 pm KS Gym Students, Staff, Alumni $20 Community $30 Volleyball Tuesdays 5:00 pm KS Gym Students, Staff, Alumni $20 Community $30 Indoor Soccer Tuesdays 7:00 pm KS Gym Students, Staff, Alumni $10 Community $20 3 on 3 Basketball Tuesdays 8:00 pm KS Gym Students, Staff, Alumni $20 Community $30 Handball l Dodgeball Wednesdays 5:00 pm KS Gym Students, Staff, Alumni $10 Community $20 (Wheelchair) Quidditch Thursdays 7:00 pm KS Gym Students, Staff, Alumni $10 Community $20 no hit hockey Monday & Thursday starting Monday, January 22 $85 per individual or $750 per team (up to 15 players)
8 Winter 2018 Campus Rec warming workouts RESTORATIVE YIN & YOGA NIDRA Anomi Bearden 10 Classes Mondays: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm January 22 to April 2 Strengthen the mind-body relationship for self-care & healing. Yin yoga is a restorative, meditative practice in which postures/ stretches are held for longer periods of time with loving awareness & breath in order to release stress & tension holding patterns. Yoga Nidra the sleep of the yogis is a restorative healing which allows for exploration of body, mind, & emotions in a non-reactive way in order to cultivate equanimity (which affords more freedom from suffering). The class will include yin yoga & yoga nidra practices. Students, Staff, Alumni: $60 Community: $80 KANGOO KANGOO FITNESS Chelsea Crowley 10 Classes Mondays: 4:45 pm 5:45 pm January 22 to April 2 Kangoo is a fun workout that combines the best of cardio & strength training, a highly motivating interval training program, specifically designed to challenge the whole body, building muscular strength and endurance. It stimulates and drains the lymphatic system, promotes bone density, reduces impact on joints by 80% and torches calories, improves cardio health all while having a blast! Students, Staff, Alumni: $50 Community: $70 HATHA YOGA TO DE-STRESS Suzanne Blackwell 10 Classes Tuesdays: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm January 23 to April 3 or Thursdays: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm January 25 to April 5 Please note: these are TWO scheduled classes. Kindly let our staff know which class you are signing up for upon registration. A nice balance of stretch, strength, stability, and stress-busting relaxation! Re-start your day in the middle of the day! Sign up for one session per week or both for 20 sessions. Students, Staff, Alumni: $60 Community: $80 CARDIO KICKBOXING ABSOLUTE FITNESS Will Quijada 10 Classes Tuesdays 4:45 pm - 5:45 pm January 23 to April 3 Bootcamps focus on rapid fat loss in a safe, fun and motivating atmosphere. Bootcamps move quick giving you an intense full body workout in a short amount of time. All fitness levels are welcome. Students, Staff, Alumni: $60 Community: $80 WARMING VINYASA FLOW Anomi Bearden 10 Classes Wednesdays: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm January 24 to April 4 Vinyasa is breath synchronized movement. Learn to go with the flow as you connect breath with movement in a sequence of postures that will burn calories while building attention, physical strength, and flexibility. All levels welcome. Students, Staff, Alumni: $60 Community: $80 YOGA FLOW Sharon Hamilton 10 Classes Wednesdays: 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm January 24 to April 4 This class will provide an introduction to the breathing, postures and sequence of Vinyasa. As the course progresses we will develop a dynamic series of postures intended to increase overall strength, flexibility and concentration. NOTE: Classes are 1.5 hour sessions. Students, Staff, Alumni: $90 Community: $105 HIIT BOOTCAMP ABSOLUTE FITNESS Rebecca Quijada 10 Classes Thursdays: 4:45 pm - 5:45 pm January 25 to April 5 Bootcamps focus on rapid fat loss in a safe, fun and motivating atmosphere. Bootcamps move quick giving you an intense full body workout in a short amount of time. All fitness levels are welcome. Students, Staff, Alumni: $50 Community: $70 SELF-DEFENCE ABSOLUTE FITNESS Will Quijada 9 Classes (No class on Good Friday) Fridays: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm January 26 to April 6 Street-defence will empower participants with the resources necessary to recognize and escape from potentially dangerous situations. Our goal is to provide participants with self-defence tactics that develop the awareness, to avoid dangerous situations before they even happen. Students, Staff, Alumni: $45 Community: $65
Winter 2018 Activity Guide 9 No classes Feb. 19-23, 2018 for Reading Week & March 30, 2018 for Good Friday TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 12:00 pm 1:00 pm Restorative Yin & Yoga Nidra Anomi Bearden Hatha Yoga to De-Stress Suzanne Blackwell Warming Vinyasa Flow Anomi Bearden Hatha Yoga to De-Stress Suzanne Blackwell Self-Defence Will Quijada 4:30 pm 5:30 pm Yoga Flow Sharon Hamilton 4:45 pm 5:45 pm Kangoo Fitness Chelsea Crowley Cardio Kickboxing Will Quijada HIIT Bootcamp Rebecca Quijada Register & PAY online! rdc.ab.ca/campusrec
10 Winter 2018 Campus Rec Special Events & Away Trips Nutrition 101 Workshop Healthy Lifestyles on a Student Budget Saturday, March 10 9:30 am Living Room Students, Staff, Alumni $50 Join us for a full day workshop on healthy eating, myth busting, nutrition basics on a college budget and so much more through our friends at #PerfectFit4U nutrition and consulting! Price includes full day instruction, a light lunch and keepsake cookbook! Limited seats for this workshop. Battle of Alberta: Flames vs. Oilers Tuesday, March 13 5:00 pm Calgary Students, Staff, Alumni $70 Community $85 Price includes ticket and transportation to the game. Knitting Circle Mondays starting January 29 12:00 pm Living Room (1009) Students, Staff, Alumni $15 Community $20 Price includes cost for kit provided by Campus Rec. Register ahead of time to secure your kit. Annual Ski Trip February 2 4 5:00 pm departure time Panorama Ski Hill Students, Staff, Alumni $280 Community $340 Join us for our fastest selling ski trip. Price includes transportation, accommodation, 2-day lift pass and giveaways! Hiking at Kerrywood Nature Centre Friday, March 16 1:30 pm Meet in the Living Room Students, Staff, Alumni $10 Price includes snowshoes and a guided trek with our talented staff. Take some time from studying and enjoy the outdoors with us! Balloon Twisting Workshop Friday, March 2 12:00 pm Living Room Students, Staff, Alumni $5 Learn to make a basic twist for Balloon Animals. This is both stress relieving and a fun craft! Register in the Living Room to secure your spot and supplies! Casual Conversation Groups Check in with the staff in the Living Room for language sessions or to facilitate your own! Rebels Game Nights College Rush Pricing $23 A great way for college students to catch a game, get a ticket, a hot dog and a beverage. Be sure to show your student ID when you pick up the tickets.
Winter 2018 Activity Guide 11 Free Events Welcome Back Winter Wonderland Wednesday, January 3 12:00 pm Living Room (1009) FREE food while supplies last! Need we say more? Hot Questions Wednesday, January 31 12:00 pm DSB 303 and Friday, February 2 12:00 pm Living Room (1009) Hide your tears! We challenge you to a spicy food eating contest. Answer our questions successfully and you re a WINNER! Crush Your Crush February 5 9 All Day Living Room (1009) Just in time for Valentines Day, let a friend, partner or loved one know you re thinking of them by sending your crush a can of CRUSH. Keep it anonymous or let them know you it s you. Register this week with Campus Rec and we ll take care of the rest. Messages will be sent out on Wednesday, February 14. Anti-Valentines Balloon Pop and Goodies Bonanza Wednesday, February 14 12:00 pm Living Room (1009) Drop by the Living Room to pop our Anti-Love Wall of Balloons, you may win something. With Love: Pie Your Professor Thursday, February 15 11:00 am Forum We re teaming up with the Sociology Society to host the Annual Pie Your Prof for Mental Health Day. Disney Movie Marathon Friday, February 9 11:00 am Living Room (1009) Join us for a Friday night wind-down with a series of Disney movies in the Living Room. Popcorn, snacks and comfy seating provided. BYOB (Bring your own blanket) and hang with us. Trivia Nights Wednesday, February 7 Wednesday, February 28 Wednesday, March 7 Wednesday, March 21 7:00 pm Farside Every week is a new series of games. Join us for some fun, laughs and make some new friends. Murder Mystery Party Thursday, March 15 4:00 pm Living Room (1009) Join us for a night of mystery and put your detective skills to use. Who committed the crime? That s up to you to find out! Snowman Building Contest Thursday, February 1 11:00 am Meet in the Forum Weather pending. Have some fun with us in the snow! Dress for the weather and bring your creativity! Air Band Contest Friday, March 9 1:00 pm Living Room (1009) Show us your best air guitar skills and compete against other talented students! Henna Art Mondays at the DSB starting at 1:30 pm Fridays at Main Campus Living Room (1009) starting at 12:00 pm Get some henna done by our talented artist, Michelle! Minimum $5 donation to the SARDC Food Bank.
12 Winter 2018 Campus Rec COMMUNITY Passes & Deals Purchase online at rdc.ab.ca/ campusrec Please note: These passes are only available to our RDC community, defined as RDC students, staff & alumni. Absolute Fitness 10 punch pass Students, Staff, Alumni $100 Breathing Room Studio 10 punch pass Students, Staff, Alumni $80 Collicutt Centre Drop in pass every Monday and Wednesday, all day. This pass allows access to pool facilities, fitness area, track and field house. Students, Staff, Alumni $35.00 Kensei Studio 10 punch pass Students, Staff, Alumni $80 Only Women s Fitness 11 punch pass Students, Staff, Alumni $90 Pure Fitness 14 punch pass Students, Staff, Alumni $110 Yoga Alliance of Red Deer (Y.A.R.D.) 10 punch pass Students, Staff, Alumni $90
Winter 2018 Activity Guide 13 STUDENT RECOGNITION AWARDS Do you know a student who goes above and beyond their curriculum expectations, or contributes positively to college culture? Nominate them for the Student Recognition Award at rdc.ab.ca/recognition. Deadline for nominations is March 1, 2018. Visit the Student Ambassador Leadership Office or Student Funding and Awards for more information. HEALTHY LIFESTYLES on a student budget Nutrition 101 Workshop Saturday, March 10 9:30 am Living Room Students, Staff, Alumni $50 Join us for a full day workshop on healthy eating, myth busting, nutrition basics on a college budget and so much more through our friends at #PerfectFit4U nutrition and consulting. Price includes full day instruction, a light lunch and keepsake cookbook! Limited seats for this workshop.
14 Winter 2018 Campus Rec Mental Health Matters Wellness AND Development Workshops Self-Image & Self Improvement Tuesday, January 16 6:00 pm Living Room (1009) Low self-image can inhibit the ability to live a healthy and satisfying life. Participants will learn to recognize the issues related to low self-esteem and disordered eating and explore the benefits of positive self-talk and self-compassion. They will also discuss strategies to practice assertiveness, goal-setting, and how to support others struggling in these areas. Crisis and Communication Wednesday, February 7 6:00 pm Living Room (1009) Helping others does not mean healing others. Sometimes, when helping others in a crisis situation, we need to recognize our limits and be prepared to provide a quick referral. Participants will learn to identify various crisis situations and become familiar with the resources available on campus and in the community. Stress Management and Self Care Tuesday, March 6 6:00 pm Living Room (1009) Stress is a natural response to feeling overwhelmed by the demands in our lives. Sometimes, it can feel like too much to handle and people may feel helpless when they experience high levels of stress. Participants will learn to recognize the signs and symptoms of stress and explore and practice healthy coping techniques to reduce stress and improve quality of life. They will also learn about Self-Care and the value of investing time in oneself. Enhancing Cultural Competency Tuesday, March 20 6:00 pm Living Room (1009) Participants gain a deeper understanding and learn to display more awareness of and appreciation for the increasingly diverse community we live in. They will also learn to become allies and help to remove barriers for minority groups by promoting a welcoming and inclusive campus.
Cultural Spotlight REC ROYALS LEAGUES Ukrainian Egg Decorating RODEO DANCE SOCCER Wednesday, March 28 11:00 am Living Room (1009) Join us for a cultural spotlight on the Ukrainian tradition of egg painting. Check in with staff in the Living Room to learn how to get involved in adult league sports. We compete across Alberta as RDC Rec Royals Competitors. End of Year Wrap Up Party Friday, April 6 12:00 pm Living Room (1009) Join us for an end of year wide up like no other. FREE food, games and giveaways all day!
16 Winter 2018 Campus Rec pink shirt day Wednesday, February 28 All Day 3 ways to show your support wear a pink shirt or something pink in color on February 28 share your kindness messages using #PinkShirtDayRDC prepare to stop by the Living Room for free food and giveaways all day!