Preschool and Child Programs

Preschool programs are intended for children ages 1 to 4, while child programs are geared for children ages 5 to 10.

Parent and Child Explore Sports (ages 2 to 5)

Location: Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, 254 North Park Street

Your child will explore sports and movement through running, jumping, catching, throwing, kicking, hopping and more. The program is led by an instructor and supported by parents or care providers helping their child through each station or sport. Make sure your little one is wearing comfy clothes and running shoes. Pre-registration is required.

  • Wednesdays April 17 to June 5 from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m., cost $59.60, activity number 24347 
  • Thursdays April 18 to June 6 from 5:45 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., cost $59.60, activity number 24348

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Creative Dance (ages 3 to 6)

Location: Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, 254 North Park Street

We’ll introduce your child to music, dance and movement. They’ll learn a variety of dance styles including jazz, hip hop, ballet and expression. Kids should wear comfortable clothes, and bare feet or sticky socks. No program April 27.

  • Saturdays April 20 to June 15 from 10:45 a.m. to 11:15 a.m., cost $45.60, activity number 24331 
  • Saturdays April 20 to June 15 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., cost $45.60, activity number 24332

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Kids Night Out Program (ages 4 to 11)

Location: various

This drop-in program is a great way for kids to spend a night out with friends. They will participate in staff-led crafts, games, sports and more. Space is limited so arriving on time is recommended to avoid disappointment in the program being filled to capacities to ensure staff:participant ratios.

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Parent’s Night Off (ages 4 to 12)

Location: various

Drop the kids off for a night of games, crafts and activities while you enjoy an evening to yourself. Two slices of pizza and a drink are included in the cost. No program on April 19, 2024.

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Easter Eggstravaganza (ages 4 to 12)

Location: St. Gabriel School, 14 Flanders Drive

Join us for an Easter Eggstravaganza party! We will make some Easter crafts, play some Easter games and of course hunt for Easter eggs. Snack and refreshment provided.

  • Saturday, March 23 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., cost $15.00, activity number 23645

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Beginners Acro (ages 5 to 8)

Location: Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, 254 North Park Street

Your child will learn basic gymnastics, acro and creative movement to music in this class. It will keep your child moving, learning and having fun! Kids should wear comfortable clothes, and bare feet or sticky socks.

  • Wednesdays April 17 to June 5 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m., cost $59.60, activity number 24400

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All Sorts of Sports (ages 6 to 9)

Location: Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, 254 North Park Street

If your child is looking for a chance to learn and practice a variety of different sports, then this program is for them! We’ll teach your child the basic rules and skills of the game and explore new sports each week.

  • Tuesdays April 16 to June 4 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., cost $70.00, activity number 24328

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Baking Around the World (ages 6 to 11)

Location: T.B.Costain/SC Johnson Community Centre, 16 Morrell Street

Travel the globe with your taste buds! Explore the wide variety of flavours and textures that our world has to offer! Students will be required to bring some ingredients.

  • Mondays May 27 to June 17 fro 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., cost $40, activity number 24147

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Cook Up A Storm J (ages 6 to 11)
Location: Branlyn Community Centre, 238 Brantwood Park Road

If you are interested in becoming the next great chef, then Cook up a Storm Jr. is for you! You will create easy meals you can make on your own all while learning basic culinary skills to impress the toughest critic. Parents are invited to attend on the final evening for the pop-up restaurant! Students will be required to bring some ingredients.

  • Mondays April 8 to May 13 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., cost $65.00, activity number 24146

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Chemistry Kids (ages 6 to 12)

Location: Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, 254 North Park Street

Science is at the heart of everything in life, and experiments are how we prove them. Come explore

the crazy world of science through cool experiments and hands-on experience. Find out what happens

and why!

  • Thursdays April 18 to June 6 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m, cost $70.00, activity number 24330

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Date Night (ages 7 to 12)

Location: Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, 254 North Park Street

Kids will have a blast playing games, swimming and making new friends while parents/guardians enjoy a night off to themselves! The program includes a whole lot of fun, two slices of pizza, and a water bottle. Please bring a towel and bathing suit for swimming.

  • Friday, May 3 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., cost $35.00, activity number 24333

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Art Attack (ages 9 to 12)

Location: Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, 254 North Park Street

Grab your smock, get your creative juices flowing, and join us for a program filled with unique art projects and fun! Our staff will lead a craft night you’ve never seen before! Explore a variety of different mediums and techniques to expand your creative portfolio. No program May 20.

  • Mondays April 15 to June 10 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., cost $70.00, activity number 24329

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Dodgemania (ages 9 to 13)

Location: Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, 254 North Park Street

Get set for an exciting time filled with action and fun! We’ll be exploring different versions of dodgeball, so get ready to try out various games while mastering quick moves, working together and becoming a dodgeball pro! 

  • Saturdays April 20 and May 18 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., cost $8.75 
  • Saturday, June 15 play FREE from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in celebration of June is Parks and Recreation Month

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Youth Triathlon Swim (ages 9 to 14)

Location: Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, 254 North Park Street

If you are planning to do a triathlon, this program is for you. You will work on your swim technique and challenge yourself with longer or faster drills to get you race ready! You must be comfortable in the water and should be able to completed 50m swim. No class May 20.

  • Mondays April 1 to May 27 from 7:00 p.m. to 7:45 p.m., cost $78.96, activity number 24359

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Home Alone Course (ages 10 to 12)

Location: Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, 254 North Park Street

Get your pre-teen prepared to stay home alone with this course! In this course, you will learn skills like handling emergencies, basic first aid, internet safety, and more. This is a Canada Safety Council course.

  • Saturday, May 25 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., cost $34.41, activity number 24346

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