PARKS & RECREATION LISTINGS
The Summer 2012 Leisure & Activity Guide is here! For more details on the Parks & Recreation programs listed below, please view the current Guide, call 519.756.1500 or email.
Adult Only Skating
Thursdays, all year long!
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Rink #3, Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, Brantford
FREE
June is Recreation, Parks & Seniors Month
Join City of Brantford Parks & Recreation for some fun, fitness & family time! Yoga, dodgeball, Walter Gretzky Street Hockey Tournament, skateboarding, swimming, pilates...just to name a few! See flyer for dates and locations of the events that are mostly FREE!
Sports Zone
The gym is open and ready for whatever. Ball Hockey? Basketball? Soccer? and Dodgeball?
Mondays and Wednesdays, starting January 16, 2012
7:30pm - 9:30pm
Woodman Park, Grey Street, Brantford
Members FREE, Non-Members $3.00 ($5 yearly membership for ages 12+)
Ball Hockey
Wednesdays, starting January 18, 2012
5:30 - 6:30pm
Woodman Park, Grey Street, Brantford
Members $1.00, Non-Members $3.00 ($5 yearly membership for ages 12+)
Basketball
Wednesdays, starting January 18, 2012
6:30 - 7:30pm
Woodman Park, Grey Street, Brantford
Members $1.00, Non-Members $3.00 ($5 yearly membership for ages 12+)
Badminton
Tuesdays, starting January 17, 2012
5:00 - 7:00pm
Woodman Park, Grey Street, Brantford
Members $1.00, Non-Members $3.00 ($5 yearly membership for ages 12+)
Dodgeball League (11-17 years)
Fridays, starting January 20, 2012
6:00 - 7:00pm
Woodman Park, Grey Street, Brantford
Members $1.00 Non-Members $3.00 ($5 yearly membership for ages 12+)
Dodgeball League (18-24 years)
Fridays, starting January 20, 2012
7:00 - 8:00pm
Woodman Park, Grey Street, Brantford
Members $1.00 Non-Members $3.00 ($5 yearly membership for ages 12+)
W.H.A.T!! (Woodman. Hangsout. Afterschool. Today.)
FREE afterschool program at Woodman Park Community Center. Pick ups available at neighborhood schools for more information please call 519-752-0890.
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, starting January 16, 2012
3:30 - 5:30pm
Woodman Park, Grey Street, Brantford
FREE
PA Day Camps (April 27 & June 4), available for ages 6-12 years. Visit www.brantford.ca/reconnect for details or view details in the Winter Spring Leisure Guide.
Toonie Swims
Swim for only a Toonie in the 65 metre pool! The waterslide will be open.
Every Tuesday, until June 28, 2012
7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, Brantford
$2
Splash & Fun Night
Join in games, crafts and special events followed by a splash in the pool!
Every Thursday, March 29 to June 7
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Ages 7-12
10 visits $40.40 OR $4.75 drop in
Youth Underwater Rugby
Mask, fins & snorkel are recommended to bring with you. Some equipment can be supplied if required.
Every Thursday
7:15 - 8:30 p.m.
Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, Brantford
Ages 8-18 years
FREE with Paid Admission
Adult Underwater Rugby
Mask, fins & snorkel recommended to bring with you.
Last Wednesday of every month
8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, Brantford
ages 14+
$8/visit
Late Spring Swim Lesson
Online registration (www.brantford.ca/recconnect) begins Tuesday, May 22, 2012 at 8:00 a.m. Limited subsidy available.
Earl Haig Summer Fun Camp
Daily all summer with trips every week! Online registration (www.brantford.ca/recconnect) begins Thursday, May 3, 2012 at 8:00 a.m. Limited subsidy available.
9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (FREE extended care offered from 8-9am & 4:30-5:30pm)
Ages 6-12
WGSC Aquatic Sports Camp
Daily all summer with trips every week! Online registration (www.brantford.ca/recconnect) begins Thursday, May 3, 2012 at 8:00 a.m. Limited subsidy available.
9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (FREE extended care offered from 8-9am & 4:30-5:30pm)
Ages 6-12
Junior Lifeguard Club Camp
Online registration (www.brantford.ca/recconnect) begins Thursday, May 3, 2012 at 8:00 a.m. Limited subsidy available.
Monday, August 20 - 24, 2012 (FREE extended care offered from 8-9am & 4:30-5:30pm)
9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Ages 8-12
$120
Earl Haig Family Fun Park
Opens on weekends beginning May 11, 2012 (batting cages, mini golf and go-karts).
Earl Haig Family Fun Park
Opens 7 days a week all areas beginning Wednesday, June 13, 2012 (lazy river, pool, waterslide, splash pad, batting cages, go-karts, and mini-putt). $26 for Family of 5 Daily Splash Pass for all day fun!
Woodman Park Outdoor Pool
Opens Saturday, June 16 until September 2, 2012.
$9.75 for Family of 5
Drop-In Activities for 50+
Join in the fun with others who are 50+ years for various activities which include: billiards, Tai Chi, Line Dancing, darts, walking club, shuffleboard, and crokinole. Please call 519-756-3261 for full details about all of the programs and opportunities that are available.
Mondays - Fridays
Various times
Beckett Adult Leisure Centre, Brantford
50 cents and up, depending on activity
COMMUNITY LISTINGS
Your Guide Brant
The Spring/Summer 2012 Your Guide Brant is now out! Filled with many great programs, workshops, and drop-in classes for parents and children (0-6 years old). Many of the Ontary Early Years Centre: Brant services are FREE! View the Guide for dates, locations and program details.
Mental Health Week Events
Being physically active has many mental health benefits, so it makes sense that Active Grand is helping out with this year's Mental Health Awareness Week! Entertainment, food, door prizes and much more! Don't miss out on these family-fun events! See calendar for more details.
Monday May 7 - 12, 2012
FREE
Prenatal Fitness Class
Prenatal fitness will start a new session with the new nice weather OUTDOORS! To register, contact Krista: 289.244.5633 or barbellsandbabybumps@gmail.com For more information you can also visit www.barbellsnbabybumps.net.tc.
Starting Tuesday, May 22, 2012 for 8 weeks
7:30 pm
Echo Park, Brantford (corner of Morley and Cumberland) - meet by the baseball diamond
$40 for the 8 week session
OR drop-in for $6
Postnatal Fitness Class (with baby)
Summer session will be stroller fitness at Mohawk Park! To register, contact Krista: 289.244.5633 or barbellsandbabybumps@gmail.com. For more information you can also visit www.barbellsnbabybumps.net.tc.
Wednesdays, beginning June 6, 2012 (for 8 weeks)
10:00 a.m.
Mohawk Park, Brantford (Meet at the playground)
$40 for the 8 week session
OR drop-in for $6
Walking Group
Looking for a way to get fit? Maintain and maximize your health and longevity? Come on out and walk with us! No Pre-Registration is necessary. View flyer.
Mondays, starting April 2, 2012
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Doug Snooks Parking Lot, 333 Erie Ave, Brantford, ON
FREE
Bike Rodeo
Children of all ages are encouraged to come to the school and get safety checks done on their bike. Test your knowledge of road and safe practices and have your riding skills tested at various stations! A certificate is given at the completion and your name will be put in a draw for special prizes. Bicycle helmets are mandatory. See Shellard Neighbourhood Association newsletter.
Sunday, May 27, 2012
12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
St. Gabriel School, Brantford
FREE
Brantford Tournament of Races - Road & Trail Series
Make running your new year’s resolution and register for the races today! Races are for all skill levels! All races will include a 5k and a 10k run and some races will include a shorter fun run. Compete in all or as many races as you want. For more information, visit www.likerunning.ca/.
July 1, 2012 - Canada Day Trail Run (5K, 10K, 1K)
July 28, 2012 - Brantford Grand Trail Run (5K, 10K, 1K)
September 6, 2012 - Light the Night Races (5K, 10K, 1K)
September 23, 2012 - Brant Waterways Races (5K, 10K, 1K)
If your organization/business/group has a FREE or low-cost event or program that promotes physical activity, Active Grand would love to list it here! Simply email Active Grand the details.