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. Subscribe to this page to receive updates as they occur.

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, November 6 to December 11 from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m., cost $44.70, activity number 25195
  • Thursdays, November 7 to December 12 from 5:45 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., cost $44.70, activity number 25196
  • Wednesdays, January 8 to February 26 from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m., cost $59.60, activity number 25223
  • Thursdays, January 9 to February 27 from 5:45 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., cost $59.60, activity number 25224

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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, November 9 to December 14 from 10:45 a.m. to 11:15 a.m., cost $34.20, activity number 25183
  • Saturdays, November 9 to December 14 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., cost $34.20, activity number 25184
  • Saturdays, January 11 to March 1 from 10:45 a.m. to 11:15 a.m., cost $45.60, activity number 25227
  • Saturdays, January 11 to March 1 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., cost $45.60, activity number 25228

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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 11)

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, 2025 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, November 6 to December 11 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m., cost $44.70, activity number 25176
  • Wednesdays, January 8 to February 26 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m., cost $59.60, activity number 25224

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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, November 5 to December 10 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., cost $52.50, activity number 25173
  • Tuesdays, January 7 to February 25 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., cost $70.00, activity number 25222

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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, 2025 from 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, 2025 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., cost $65.00, activity number 24146

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Check Mates (ages 6 and over)

Location: Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, 254 North Park Street
This program will help you understand the game of chess at your own pace. With easy lessons, practice puzzles, and the chance to play against friends, it's the perfect start for beginners of any age. Dive in and start enjoying the timeless game of chess today!

  • Tuesdays, November 5 to December 10 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., cost $33.00, activity number 25178
  • Tuesdays, January 7 to February 25 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., cost $33.00, activity number 25225

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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, November 7 to December 12 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., cost $52.50, activity number 25180
  • Thursdays, January 9 to February 27 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., cost $70.00, activity number 25226

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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, December 6 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., cost $35.00, activity number 25186
  • Friday, February 14 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., cost $35.00, activity number 25229

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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 50 metre swim. No class May 20.

  • Mondays April 1 to May 27, 2025 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, November 23 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., cost $35.20, activity number 25192
  • Saturday, March 22 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., cost $35.20, activity number 25232

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Kids Holiday Kitchen (ages 6 to 10)

Get in the holiday mood and design your own apron, decorate delicious cookies and play holiday-themed games

  • Saturday December 14 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Cost: $25.00

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Getting Crafty (ages 9 to 14)

Youth will explore different mediums of art, create crafts and personalize their artwork to their own liking

  • Thursdays December 5 and December 12 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
  • Cost $30.00

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