Youth Programs (ages 11 to 17)

YOUth can enjoy Open Gym using a variety of sports equipment in the gymnasium, video games and playing pool in the WLounge, free snacks, karaoke, and more. This program is offered from 3:00 p.m to 11:00 p.m. Youth must drop-in before 8:00 p.m. and re-entry is not allowed. 

• Friday, October 30, 2026
• Friday, November 27, 2026
• Friday, December 11, 2026

Cost is free for youth members, or $3.50 for non-members. Registration is not required.

You'll definitely want to hang out in our youth only WLounge. Members can drop-in and use our gaming systems, board games, pool table and more. Learn more about memberships for YOUth for only $5 per year.

WLounge hours:

• Monday to Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Open Gym gives you access to the Woodman gymnasium to use a variety of our sports equipment. Learn more about memberships for YOUth for only $5 per year.

Drop-in Gym hours:

• Monday and Wednesday from 3:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
• Tuesday and Thursday from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
• Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Drop-in to the art room to express yourself with arts and crafts activities. Learn more about memberships for YOUth for only $5 per year.

• Tuesdays from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

All skills welcome for recreational play. Learn more about memberships for YOUth for only $5 per year.

• Thursdays from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

All skills welcome for recreational play. Indoor shoes are recommended. Learn more about memberships for YOUth for only $5 per year.

• Fridays from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

All skills welcome for recreational play. Indoor shoes are recommended. Learn more about memberships for YOUth for only $5 per year.

• Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

All skills welcome for recreational play. Indoor shoes are recommended. Learn more about memberships for YOUth for only $5 per year.

• Tuesdays from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Drop-in to Woodman’s board game room, play some games and hang with friends. Learn more about memberships for YOUth for only $5 per year.

• Tuesdays from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Open mic karaoke every Friday at Woodman. Learn more about memberships for YOUth for only $5 per year.

• Fridays from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Drop-in for Sport specific games in the gymnasium. Learn more about memberships for YOUth for only $5 per year.

• Basketball on Monday, and Wednesday from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

• Pickleball on Tuesday from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

• Badminton on Thursday from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

• Ball Hockey on Friday from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Child can be turning minimum age within the calendar year.

We will share important tips to help prepare your preteen on how to stay home alone. Learn skills such as how to handle emergencies, basic first aid, internet safety, and more. This is a Canada Safety Council course.

• Woodman Park Community Centre (491 Grey Street)
  Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., $67.80 (activity number 28618)
• Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre (254 North Park Street)
  Saturday, November 28, 2026 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., $67.80 (activity number 28621)
• Woodman Park Community Centre (491 Grey Street)
  Friday, January 22, 2027 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., $67.80 (activity number 28622)

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Youth can be turning minimum age within the calendar year.

Get started as a babysitter with this course! This course will teach you skills for taking care of children and babies. Learn new ways on how to make babysitting safe and enjoyable for everyone. This is a Canada Safety Council Course.

• Woodman Park Community Centre (491 Grey Street)
  Friday, November 20, 2026, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., $84.30 (activity number 28623)
• Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre (254 North Park Street)
  Saturday, Feburary 27, 2027, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., $84.30 (activity number 28619)

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Location: Woodman Park Community Centre, 491 Grey Street

Cooking from snacks to meals, invite a guest to the final pop-up restaurant night.

• October 14 to November 18, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
  $65 for Youth Members (activity number 28582)
  $70 for non-members (activity number 28593)
• October 15 to November 19, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
  $65 for Youth Members (activity number 28584)
  $70 for non-members (activity number 28595)
• January 20 to February 24, 2027 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
  $65 for Youth Members (activity number 28586)
  $70 for non-members (activity number 28587)
• January 21 to February 25, 2027 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
  $65 for Youth Members (activity number 28588)
  $70 for non-members (activity number 28589)

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Location: Woodman Park Community Centre, 491 Grey Street

Learning the basics of baking and get yummy, sweet treat recipes in this fun hands-on program

• November 26 to Dececember 17, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
  $50 for Youth Members (activity number 28590)
  $60 for non-members (activity number 28591)

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Location: Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, 254 North Park Street

You will learn skills for taking care of children and babies and fun ways to make babysitting safe and enjoyable for everyone. This is a Canada Safety Council course.

• February 27, 2027 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., $84.30 (activity number 28619)

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Location: Woodman Park Community Centre (491 Grey Street)

This is the City of Brantford’s leader-in-training program. Each level is a two- week program. Complete both Level 1 and Level 2 to meet all the requirements to be a recreation program staff and future day camp leader as well as receive a certificate of completion from the Mayor’s Office.

• Level One: One week of in-class training on dates below followed by a 30-hour volunteer placement at a City-run day camp at a later date to show off your new skills (Placement selection will be available on first day of in-class learning)
  
  • August 10 to 14, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., $180 per person (activity number 27454)
  • March 15 to 19, 2027 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., $180 per person (activity number 27581)

• Level Two: Continue to develop your recreational leadership skills. This program also includes a Canadian Red Cross First Aid/CPR Level C certification. One week of in-class training on dates below followed by a 30-hour volunteer placement at a City-run day camp at a later date to show off your new skills (Placement selection will be available on first day of in-class learning). You must complete Level 1 before taking Level 2.
  • July 20 to 24, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., $215 per person (activity number 27453)
  • August 24 to 28, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., $215 per person (activity number 27455)

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Location: Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, 254 North Park Street

This small-group training program will have you crushing workouts alongside others who are motivated to make changes, just like you! Our certified trainers deliver individualized programs that meet you where you are and can help take you where you want to go.

• Tuesdays from 5:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m., cost $79.65 for seven weeks
  • May 5 to June 16, 2026 (activity number 27406)
  • July 7 to August 18, 2026 (activity number 27408)
• Thursdays from 5:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m., cost $79.65 for seven weeks
  • May 7 to June 18, 2026 (activity number 27407)
  • July 9 to August 20, 2026 (activity number 27409)

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Location: Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, 254 North Park Street

• Level 1: If you are interested in triathlons but not sure where to start, this beginner program is for you. You will learn good swim technique, practice drills and build your endurance. To join this program you should be able to complete a 25m swim with your face in the water. There is no class on May 18, 2026.
  • Mondays May 4 to June 22, 2026 from 7:00 p.m. to 7:45 p.m., cost $79.65 for seven weeks (activity number 27475)
• Level 2: If you have past swimming or triathlon experience this program will work on your technique and challenge you with speed drills and different strokes. It is a great workout for competitive triathletes as well as people who would like to stay fit and active. There is no class on May 18, 2026.
  • Mondays May 4 to June 22, 2026 from 7:45 p.m. to 8:45 p.m., cost $93.50 for seven weeks(activity number 27477)

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