FEBRUARY 2016 NEWSLETTER
pacificsportinteriorbc.com
 

"It Takes a Community to Build a Champion"
 

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Kamloops Indoor GranFondo and Family Festival Tournament Capital Centre - February 8, 2016

 

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Kamloops Sport Council's Annual Athletic Awards: Nomination DEADLINE is Feb. 1st

The Kamloops Sport Council 24^th Annual Athletic Awards will once again celebrate the very best in local sports.

To qualify for the annual Athletic Awards, any nominee, able bodied or with a disability, who has made a significant contribution to sport(s) in the 2015 calendar year is eligible.

Award Categories:
Coach of the year Sponsored by CFJC TV-7
Female Athlete of the year Sponsored by the LN Group
Male Athlete of the year Sponsored by Kamloops Minor Baseball Association
Master Athlete of the year (50+) Sponsored by the LN Group
Team of the year Sponsored by Kamloops Blazers Sports Legacy Fund
Sports Person of the year Sponsored by Dolson’s Source for Sports
University Award Sponsored by TRU Athletics Department /Wolf Pack
International Excellence Award Sponsored by PacificSport – Interior BC

To download the nomination form please click here. For more information please call the Sports Council Office at 250-828-3822.

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Local Sport Program Development Fund

The Local Sport Program Development (LSPD) Fund makes community sport more accessible to people of all abilities. LSPD funding is awarded to sport programs delivered by non-profit organizations which include local sport organizations, municipalities, and Aboriginal communities.

Deadline: Thursday February 18, 2016 at 11:59 PM PST


Funding for Girls and Women in Sports

Founded by ProMOTION Plus and the Canadian Association for the Advancement of Women and Sport and Physical Activity (CAAWS), the Girls Only and Forever Active Bodies (FAB) 55+ grants are part of an overarching funding program geared towards the development of sport opportunities that inspire girls and women to get active in British Columbia.

Deadline: Thursday February 18, 2016 at 11:59 PM PST

Hosting BC

The Province of BC continues to invest in event hosting through the Hosting BC grant program to facilitate economic and community development brought forth through notable sporting events.

Deadline: Thursday February 11, 2016 at 11:59 PM PST

Visit viaSport - Grants for more information. 


2016 Equipment Grant Program - Spring Release

The Aboriginal Sport, Recreation and Physical Activity Partners Council’s (Partners Council) Spring Release of the 2016 Equipment Grant Program offers First Nations, Métis Chartered Communities and Aboriginal Friendships Centres across British Columbia the opportunity to apply for funds to purchase sport, recreation and/or physical activity equipment. The equipment must be used to promote healthy active lifestyles by reducing barriers and increasing access to sport, recreation and physical activity programs.

This Provincial release of the Equipment Grant Program is delivered through the Partners Council’s Provincial Selection Committee, inclusive of the Northwest, Northeast, Interior, Fraser, Vancouver Coastal and Vancouver Island. This Committee will be responsible for evaluating the applications submitted by communities/organizations from all regions and awarding the grants.

HOW TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION
Please read the Application Guidelines below before proceeding to complete the form:
EG 2016 Spring Application Form
•The deadline for Equipment Grant Applications is 5 pm (PST), Friday, February 19th, 2016.
Upload with your application:
1) Official purchase quote or statement from retailer(s), vendor, or distributor
2) Letter(s) of support

For more information contact Megan Boddy by phone at 250-388-5522 ext, 240 for by email.

 


Community Sport Modules

Fundamental Movement Skills
April 16, 2016
8:30am-4:30pm
Kamloops, BC
Cost: FREE! Due to grant. Don't miss this opportunity!
Course ID: 250132 
 

Competitive Introduction Modules

Making Ethical Decisions
February 11, 2016
5:30pm - 9:30pm
Kamloops, BC
Cost: $49
Course ID: 250337

Basic Mental Skills
March 15, 2016 
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Kamloops, BC
Cost: $45
Course ID: 250338

Planning a Practice
April 16, 2016
8:30am-4:30pm
Kamloops, BC
Cost: $80
Course ID: 2503339
 
Competitive Development Modules

Developing Athletic Abilities
January 29 and 30, 2016
Friday - 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Saturday - 8:30am - 4:30pm
Cost: $90
Course ID: 250342

Managing Conflict
February 19, 2016
Kamloops, BC
5:30pm - 9:30pm
Cost: $45
Course ID: 250340, 
 
REGISTER AT: (250) 828-3500 or www.kamloops.ca/ezreg
 

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Coaches Corner Lunch & Learn



These casual lunch & learn events are a great opportunity for Coaches, Sport Administrators and anyone else interested in these coach education topics to learn from presenters in various fields and network with other coaches. We meet every 2 months, usually on the 2^nd Thursday of the month. There is no fee to attend; however, if you'd like a bite to eat, that's on you. We wish we could treat our community coaches to lunch every time we meet!!
 
2016 Dates

• March 10, 2016 – Larry Read - Marketing Yourself and Your Sport on Social Media
• May 12, 2016 - TBA

Frick and Frack Restaurant & Taphouse, 577 Victoria Street in Kamloops, from 12:00pm -1:00pm. Pre-register at ebarrett@pacificsport.com.
 

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Kids Programs and Camps



XploreSportZ Pro D Day Camps - Kamloops

Participants aged 7-12 get to spend the week learning traditional
and non-traditional sports that are led by certified coaches .
With an emphasis on Olympic values,our campers have fun and learn
about the importance of sport and physical activity.Two nut-free snacks will be provided.

Date: February 19th
Time: 8:30am - 4:30pm
Where: Tournament Capital Centre
Cost: $25 per child
Call: 250-828-3500 to register and quote course #249686

XploreSportZ Spring Break Camps - Kamloops

Participants aged 7-12 get to spend the day learning traditional and non-traditional sports that are led by certified coaches. The camp is in partnership with the Kamloops Curling Club. Kids will learn the fundamentals of curling each day as well as a second sport. Two nut-free snacks each day and a camp t-shirt are provided.

Date: March 21st to 24th
Time: 8:30am - 4:30pm
Where: Kamloops Curling Club and Stuart Wood Elementary School
Cost: $150 per child ($130 for additional children in same family)
Course #249734
Call 250-828-3500 to register

Date: March 29th to April 1st
Time: 8:30am - 4:30pm
Where: Kamloops Curling Club and Stuart Wood Elementary School
Cost: $150 per child ($130 for additional children in same family)
Course #249735
Call: 250-828-3500 to register

XploreSportZ Girlz Only Pro D Day Camp - Kamloops

In this fun, non-competitive, skill-based environment, girls ages 7-12 get to try a different sport or activity. A certified female coach will introduce the girls to the skills and games relating to their sport. You will get a chance to improve your athletic skills while making new friends.

Date: February 19th
Time: 8:30am - 4:30pm
Where: Stuart Wood Elementary School
Cost: $25 per child
Call: 250-828-3500 to register and quote course #249732

For more information contact Katie Klassen, Sport Participation Coordinator, Kamloops Office or call 250-828-3346.


XploreSportz Pro D Day Camps - Merritt

Snack is provided. Children must bring their own nut-free lunch, gym strip, bathing suit and towel. A fun introduction to new sports! Ages 7+ years.

Date: February 19th
Time: 8:30am - 4:30pm
Cost: $25 per child
Call: 250-315-1050 to register


XploreSportz Spring Break Camps - Merritt

Snack is provided. Children must bring their own nut-free lunch, gym strip, bathing suit and towel. A fun introduction to new sports!

Date: March 14th to March 18th
Time: 8:30am - 4:30pm
Cost: $150/week per child, $130/week for siblings or $35/day
Call: 250-315-1050 to register

Date: March 21st to March 24th
Time: 8:30am - 4:30pm
Cost: $150/week per child, $130/week for siblings or $35/day
Call: 250-315-1050 to register

Register for both weeks and pay $250/wk, $210/sibling.

For more information contact Josee Warren, Sport Development Coordinator, Merritt Office  or call 250-315-1075.  

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Easy Reading For The Active Mind


Preparing for the Future - Building leadership skills in young women - SIRC Blog

Young girls today have quite a few options to choose from when deciding which sport they wish to dedicate their time and effort to, particularly regarding sports that have traditionally been reserved for boys. While the number of girls in sport is growing and the gender gap is getting smaller, there is still a noticeable absence of women in sport leadership positions.Read full article here.


Role Model Spotlight: Travis Gerrits - Active for Life

Among our Active for Life Role Models, we have some incredible elite athletes. Travis Gerrits is an aerial ski jumper who spends most of his days upside down doing flips in the air.

Travis is a great role model because in his own words, “I love to embrace the incredible opportunities life throws at us and aspire to find the abnormal in an average day.” We love the endless capacity he has for fun and adventure and know that he will inspire kids and help them understand that risky play begins in your own backyard. Read full article here.


SIRC Knowledge Nugget: The Complexity of Greatness: Beyond Talent or Practice

The notion of greatness and how to achieve it is hotly contested debate. Check out this article examining the evidence behind the debate, and the relationship between practice and achieving greatness. Read Full Article here

 

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