Parent and Child Programs

Parent and child programs are designed for parents or caregivers to stay in shape, meet others and bond with their little ones.

Fall 2026 and winter 2027 program registration dates:

  • City of Brantford and Six Nations of the Grand River residents can register for Winter 2027 Programs (excluding swim lessons) on Monday, August 24, 2026 at 7:30 a.m.
  • Registration opens to all on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 7:30 a.m.

Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre programs

The following programming is offered at the Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre located at 254 North Park Street. For questions related to this programming, please email wgsc@brantford.ca or call 519-756-9900.

Location: Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre

This class is open to all experience levels and is a great way to meet others and stay in shape while preparing you for the demands of birth and motherhood. A certified prenatal instructor teaches this class. 

Fall sessions:

Programs are offered on Tuesdays from 5:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. for six weeks. Cost per parent and child is $68.27. Please register the adult for the program, not the child.

  • Tuesdays September 15 to October 20, 2026 (activity number 28500)
  • Tuesdays November 10 to December 15, 2026 (activity number 28509)

Winter sessions:

Programs are offered on Tuesdays from 5:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. for seven weeks. Cost per parent and child is $79.65. Please register the adult for the program, not the child.

  • Tuesdays January 12 to February 23, 2027 (activity number 28510)
  • Tuesdays March 9 to April 20, 2027 (activity number 28511)

Register online

Location: Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre

This class isn’t like a walk in the park! Designed to accommodate all fitness levels, it includes cardio, muscle strengthening and core work. This program brings together those who love working out! Please register the adult for the program, not the child. 

Fall sessions:

Programs are offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for six weeks. Cost per parent and child is $80.14. Please register the adult for the program, not the child.

  • Tuesdays September 15 to October 20, 2026 (activity number 28498) or November 10 to December 15, 2026 (activity number 28507)
  • Thursdays September 17 to October 22, 2026 (activity number 28502) or November 12 to December 17, 2026 (activity number 28521)

Winter sessions:

Programs are offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for seven weeks. Cost per parent and child is $93.50. Please register the adult for the program, not the child.

  • Tuesdays January 12 to February 23, 2027 (activity number 28514) or March 9 to April 20, 2027 (activity number 28515)
  • Thursdays January 14 to February 25, 2027 (activity number 285224) or March 11 to April 22, 2027 (activity number 28523)

Register online

Location: Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre

Strengthen your core, improve your balance, boost your confidence, and relax through yoga poses with your baby. Yoga mats and props will be provided, or you can bring your own. Bring your baby carrier to each class. Please register the adult for the program, not the child. There is no program on March 19, 2026.

Fall sessions:

Programs are offered on Thursdays from 9:15 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. for six weeks. Cost per parent and child is $68.27. Please register the adult for the program, not the child.

  • Thursdays September 17 to October 22, 2026 (activity number 28504)
  • Thursdays November 12 to December 17, 2026 (activity number 28524)

Winter sessions:

Programs are offered on Thursdays from 9:15 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. for seven weeks. Cost per parent and child is $79.65. Please register the adult for the program, not the child.

  • Thursdays January 14 to February 25, 2027 (activity number 28525)
  • Thursdays March 11 to April 22, 2027 (activity number 28526)

Register online

Location: Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, 254 North Park Street

Have fun and stay active with your baby. Build your strength and cardio and enjoy moving to the upbeat music. As a bonus, this class is a great way to get your baby used to the water! This class is a 30-minute workout in the pool, followed by 15-minutes in the Warm Water Pool so you can relax and get to know others and their babies. 

Fall sessions:

Programs are offered on Mondays, Wednesday and Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. for six weeks. Cost per parent and child is $68.27. Please register the adult for the program, not the child. There is no program on October 12, 2026.

  • Mondays September 14 to October 26, 2026 (activity number 28496) or November 9 to December 14, 2026 (activity number 28594)
  • Wednesdays September 16 to October 21, 2026 (activity number 28501) or November 11 to December 16, 2026 (activity number 28595)
  • Fridays September 18 to October 23, 2026 (activity number 28596) or November 13 to December 18, 2026 (activity number 28594)

Winter sessions:

Programs are offered on Mondays, Wednesday and Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. for seven weeks. Cost per parent and child is $79.65. Please register the adult for the program, not the child. There is no program on February 15, 2027.

  • Mondays January 11 to March 1, 2027 (activity number 28597) or March 15 to April 26, 2027 (activity number 28600)
  • Wednesdays January 13 to February 24, 2027 (activity number 28598) or March 10 to April 21, 2027 (activity number 28601)
  • Fridays January 15 to February 26, 2027 (activity number 28599) or March 12 to April 23, 2027 (activity number 28602)

Register online

Contact Us

City of Brantford
58 Dalhousie Street
P.O. Box 818
Brantford, Ontario
N3T 2J2 

519-759-4150

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