SPSC 2210 Course Adventure #4

1. Course Adventure #4 - Service
Sectors in Your Community
The exploration of the various service
sectors that are within my own community.
Casey Teng

2. The Public Sectors of my
Community

3. Sungod Recreation Center
Complete Address: 7815 112 St, Delta, BC V4C 4V9
Indicate Service Sector - Public sector because a community centre offers
“fitness, sport, age-related programs, events, arts, leadership, etc” (Lunn,
2020, p.3). Also, it is for “good of society; necessary services” that are
provided within the community (Lunn, 2020, p.3)
SPSC 2210 Connection - Recreation
The connection is that this recreation centre encourages health and well
being (Lunn, 2020). This is defined as part of recreation. Also, “recreation
services play a significant role in the creation of cohesive and quality
community” (Lunn, 2020, p.5). This recreation centre is located in the
centre of North Delta. It is run by the municipality of North Delta “to
encourage the development of recreation programs and facilities” within
the community. (Lunn, 2020, p.5). Sungod recreation centre caters to the
“general public”, “local sport and recreation associations” and “local
special interest groups” (Lunn, 2020, p.5). They offer a variety of programs
for all ages within the community. Some of the programs and services are
made free or subsidized (Lunn, 2020). The wide variety programs
encourage all people to participate, however, those being underserved can
still participate at recreation centres (Lunn, 2020, p.4). They hold events
such as a local farmers market on Sundays which encourages local and
Figure 1. Sungod Recreation Center Main Entrance. From Cloverdale Reporter, by James
Smith, 2020, https://www.cloverdalereporter.com/news/delta-eyes-september-for-stage-
4-recreation-centre-reopenings/

4. North Delta Recreation Center
Complete Address: 11415 84 Ave, Delta, BC V4C 2L9
Indicate Service Sector - Public sector because a community centre
offers “fitness, sport, age-related programs, events, arts, leadership,
etc” (Lunn, 2020, p.3). It is “necessary for society” (Lunn, 2002, p.3).
SPSC 2210 Connection - Recreation
The connection is recreation because it is mandated to encourage
well being and health with recreation by the government (Lunn,
2020). It serves as a need within the North Delta community. It holds
more on preserving cultural heritage (Lunn, 2020). They kept the old
recreation centre side available for uses, even though they
completed a big extension and renovation a couple of years back.
Also, North Delta recreation caters to the “general public”, “local
sport and recreation associations” and “local special interest
groups” through a wide variety of programs and services (Lunn,
2020, p.5). The recreation centre is funded by tax revenues and fees
from users which helps for subsidized fees for services (Lunn,
Figure 2. North Delta Recreation Center. From Unitech
Construction, by Unitech, 2020,
http://unitechcm.ca/projects/north-delta-recreation-centre/

5. Figure 3. Guildford Recreation Centre Entrance. From City of Surrey Facebook Page, by City of Surrey,
2018,
https://www.facebook.com/TheCityofSurrey/posts/bcstorm-update-please-be-advised-we-
are-currently-experiencing-power-outages-aff/10156123801344503/
Guildford Recreation Center
Complete Address: 15105 105 Ave, Surrey, BC V3R 7G8
Indicate Service Sector - It is a Public sector because a community
centre offers “fitness, sport, age-related programs, events, arts,
leadership, etc” (Lunn, 2020, p.3). They provide services that are
necessary (Lunn, 2020, p.3). The services are for the “public good”
and it is “accessible” for all, while it creates “revenue” (Lunn, 2020,
p.3).
SPSC 2210 Connection - Recreation
It connects to recreation because it “acts as a catalyst for recreation
development in the community” in Surrey (Ed, 2020 p. 5). The
recreation centre also encourages health and well being through its
various programs (Lunn, 2020). It provides necessary services that
could be provided through taxpayers and fees for the general public
(Lunn, 2020). They are generally free or through fee subsidization
through its government levels (Lunn, 2020). The location of the
recreational centre is right next to Guildford Town Center, which is
central to the area. The “geographic community is the focal point for
recreation activity” for this recreation centre (Lunn, 2020, p.6). It is
easily accessible within the community which allows and encourages
people to come by.

6. The Private Sectors of my
Community

7. Club 16 Fitness Club
Complete Address: 6899 King George Blvd, Surrey, BC V3W 5A1
Indicate Service Sector - It is a private because it is but it is “provided
for a cost-profit orientated” (Lunn, 2020 p6)
SPSC 2210 Connection - Recreation
Club 16 promotes being fit and active. It is a place where people
come to maintain health and stay active. They offer group fitness
classes as well as personal training to guide one’s workout. It is for
the desire of consumers, demand and they offer advanced training
plus specialized services (Lunn, 2020). This includes updated gym
equipment, personal training, tanning and hydro massage beds. The
gym even offers a co-ed or women's only section, She’s Fit!. Club 16
offers membership and implements fees. The gym “provides quality
products and services'' while it “remains competitive and affordable”
for its customers (Lunn, 2020 p. 8). The gym offers personal training,
tanning and hydro massage beds which are “unique products and
services” (Lunn, 2020 p. 8).
Figure. 4. Club 16 Logo. From Trevor Linden Fitness, by Trevor Linden Fitness,
2020, https://www.trevorlindenfitness.com/surrey-central-city/

8. https://www.yellowpages.ca/bus/British-Columbia/Surrey/Just-For-Kicks-School-Of-Dance/869817.html
Just for Kicks School of Dance
Complete Address: 13580 62 Ave, Surrey, BC v3X2J4
Indicate Service Sector - It is a private sector because they are serving the public to
have control but mainly for-profit (Lunn, 2020). The services they offer are “provided
for a cost; profit orientated” (Lunn, 2020, p.6).
SPSC 2210 Connection - Coaching
Just for Kicks offers dance classes for all ages. They offer advanced level training
and services specialized (dance) which are of high quality (Lunn, 2020). They have
multiple dance coaches which some are specialized and trained to teach a certain
style. They “offer unique products and services” such as various dance programs for
different levels and ages (non-competitive and competitive) (Lunn, 2020, p.8). Also,
they offer specialized dance examination preparations for different styles of dance.
They are able to host birthday parties with dance instructors for whoever wishes to.
However, the services provided are financially based on fee revenue through
participants and advertisement (Lunn, 2020).
Figure 5. Just for Kicks School of Dance Entrance. From Just for
Kicks School of Dance Yellow Pages, by Yellow Pages, 2020,
https://www.yellowpages.ca/bus/British-Columbia/Surrey/Just-For-
Kicks-School-Of-Dance/869817.html

9. Pacific Academy School
Complete Address: 10238 168 St, Surrey, BC V4N 1Z4
Indicate Service Sector - It is a private sector because it is oriented
around profit due to being provided for a cost (Lunn, 2020). It is also
based on the desire and demand of consumers (Lunn, 2020)
SPSC 2210 Connection - Physical Education
The connection is that it is related to physical education. It is a private
school where it gains profit. This is where school students are
educated on physical education throughout P.E classes. However, to
receive this physical education one must pay to attend the school.
The focus clientele is based on people who can afford the service,
this can be public or specific to a group (Lunn, 2020). In the area of
the school it “increases property values” which influences the
community (Lunn, 2020, p.7).
Figure. 6. Pacific Academy School, From Pacific Academy Classes, by Pacific
Academy, 2014, https://www.pacificacademy.net/classes

10. The Non-Profit Sectors of
my Community

11. North Delta Air Cadets
Complete Address: North Delta Recreation Center, 111415 84
Ave, Delta, BC V4C 2L9
Indicate Service Sector - It is a non-profit sector because it is
“profit-making for sustaining services” (Lunn, 2020, p,8). Its
services cater to special interest groups that are for the public
good, while it only makes enough profit to cover any expenses
(Lunn, 2020).
SPSC 2210 Connection - Recreation
North Delta Air Cadets offer “fitness”, “age-related programs”
and “leadership” for kids through a membership (Lunn, 2020, p.
8 & 9). It created a group interest that is formalized into a
society that is beneficial for the community (Lunn, 2020). Its
services are based on the geographic community, which is
North Delta (Lunn, 2020). Also, North Delta Air Cadets “focus on
fundraising” while they “invest in the future” by providing kids
with the opportunity to learn life skills and participate in
recreation activities (Lunn, 2020).
Figure 7. North Delta Air Cadets Band. From North Delta Air Cadets, by R. MacDonald
2016, https://www.northdeltaaircadets.net/cadet-training-program/

12. North Delta Boys and Girls Club
Complete Address: 11339 84 Ave, Delta, BC V4C 2L8
Indicate Service Sector - It is a non-profit sector because it is “profit-making for
sustaining services” (Lunn, 2020, p,8). Its services cater to special interest groups
that are for the public good, while it only makes enough profit to cover any
expenses (Lunn, 2020).
SPSC 2210 Connection - Recreation
The connection to SPSC 2210 is recreation. The North Delta Boys and Girls club
service orientation is “good for the community” while it offers” fitness, sport, age-
related programs, events, arts and leadership” (Lunn, 2020, p. 8 & 9). It is a service
that serves the needs of the community (Lunn. 2020). The North Delta Boys and
Girls Club “targets specific age cohorts”, which are kids, while investing in leisure
and recreation (Lunn, 2020, p.10). Financially, they offer memberships or even have
fundraising and corporate sponsorships based (Lunn, 2020). This provides any kids
with an opportunity at the boys and girls club to participate recreationally.
Figure 8. Boys and Girls Club of Canada Logo, From Boys & Girls
Clubs of Canada, by Boys & Girls Club of Canada, 2020,
https://www.bgccan.com/en/

13. Tong Louie Family YMCA
Complete Address: 14988 57 Ave, Surrey, BC V3S 7S6
Indicate Service Sector - It is a non-profit sector because it is
“profit-making for sustaining services” (Lunn, 2020, p,8). Its
services cater to special interest groups that are for the public
good, while it only makes enough profit to cover any expenses
(Lunn, 2020).
SPSC 2210 Connection - Recreation
The YMCA is an organization that offers “fitness, sport, age-
related programs, events, arts and leadership” that serves
community needs (Lunn, 2020, p.9). They “invest in leisure and
recreation” while they “establish an organizational culture”
within the community and the city of Surrey (Lunn, 2020, p.10).
The organization offers recreational activities through
memberships, as well as fees per user, fundraisers and grants
while children can be “subsidized by the taxpayer” (Lunn, 2020,
p.9). It focuses mainly on the local community and it is opened
all the time (Lunn, 2020). Also, they are served to the public of
all ages.
Figure. 9. Tong Louie Family YMCA Surrey, from Surrey Leader Now by A. Reid, 2019,
https://www.surreynowleader.com/news/surrey-ymca-pool-to-be-upgraded-thanks-to-250k-
in-community-gaming-grants/

14. References
Boys and Girls Club Canada. (2020). Boys and Girls Club Logo Canada. [Photograph]. Retrieved from https://www.bgccan.com/en/
City of Surrey. (2018). Guildford Recreation Center. [Photograph]. Retrieved from https://www.facebook.com/TheCityofSurrey/posts/bcstorm-update-please-be-advised-we-are-currently-
experiencing-power-outages-aff/10156123801344503/
Cloverdale Reporter. (2020). Sungod Recreation Centre. [Photograph]. Retrieved from https://www.cloverdalereporter.com/news/delta-eyes-september-for-stage-4-recreation-centre-reopenings/
Lunn, Ed. (2020). Adventure #4- Service Sectors in Your Community [PDF]. Blackboard. https://douglascollege.blackboard.com/webapps/portal/execute/tabs/tabAction?tab_tab_group_id=_381_1
MacDonald, R. (2016). Air Cadets. [Photograph]. Retrieved from http://www.northdeltaaircadets.net/cadet-training-program/
Pacific Academy. (2014). Pacific Academy School. [Photograph]. Retrieved from https://www.pacificacademy.net/classes
Reid, A. (2019). Tong Louie Family YMCA. [Photograph]. Retrieved from https://www.surreynowleader.com/news/surrey-ymca-pool-to-be-upgraded-thanks-to-250k-in-community-gaming-grants/
Trevor Linden Fitness. (2020). Trevor Linden Fitness Logo. [Photograph]. Retrieved from https://www.trevorlindenfitness.com/surrey-central-city/
Unitech Construction. (2020). North Delta Recreation Centre. [Photograph]. Retrieved from http://unitechcm.ca/projects/north-delta-recreation-centre/
Yellow Pages. (2020). Just For Kicks School of Dance. [Photograph]. Retrieved from https://www.yellowpages.ca/bus/British-Columbia/Surrey/Just-For-Kicks-School-Of-Dance/869817.html