We offer affordable after-school, weekend, holiday and March Break programs for youth in Kitchener.
We also post weekly programs and events on our website.
On this page:
- Registered programs
- Drop-in programs
- PD day camps
- Holiday break programs
- March Break programs
- Accessibility and support
Registered programs
Open the accordions under each day of the week to find registered programs.
Jump to a day:
Monday
| 3:45 p.m. - Indoor Skateboarding Lessons at Queensmount Arena |
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Date: Mondays starting November 6 Time: 3:45 to 5:15 p.m. Age: 8 to 11 years old Location: Queensmount Arena Cost: $50 Come out and learn to skate(board)! or practice your boarding moves with guidance from our experienced skateboard instructor. Whether you are completely new to the sport or have some experience, our instructor will help you build your skills from where you are. Our mobile skatepark features ramps, quarter pipe, fly-over box, kicker ramps, grind box, grind rails. Helmets are mandatory when using the skatepark and we can provide extras. Loaner skateboards are also available. |
| 4:45 p.m. - Basketball Happy Hoops at Forest Heights |
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Date: Mondays starting January 15 Time: 4:45 to 5:45 p.m. Age: 7 to 9 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: $35 If you love basketball and can’t get enough, then Happy Hoops is for you!! Join us for dedicated gym time to practice your basketball skills, benefit from one-on-one coaching, practice your shots and join in on pick-up games. Athletics shoes required. For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca |
| 4:45 p.m. - Kinder Ballet at Forest Heights |
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Date: Mondays starting January 15 Time: 4:45 to 5:25 p.m. Age: 4 to 6 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: $27 Let us help your little ones build their confidence with dance in this fun introductory class that is an excellent option for first-time dancers. Dancers will be introduced to basic ballet movements in a creative and fun way. For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca |
| 5:30 p.m. - Kinder Jazz at Forest Heights |
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Date: Mondays starting January 15 Time: 5:30 to 6:10 p.m. Age: 4 to 6 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: $27 Let us help your little ones build their confidence with dance in this fun introductory class that is an excellent option for first-time dancers. This program is designed to teach the basic movements and rhythm of jazz. Dancers will be introduced to simple moves and choreography with an emphasis on having fun while learning. No special footwear required. For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca |
| 6 p.m. - Basketball Teen Hoops at Forest Heights |
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Date: Mondays starting January 15 Time: 6 to 7 p.m. Age: 12 to 14 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: $31.50 If you love basketball and can’t get enough, then come out to shoot some hoops! Join us for dedicated gym time to practice your basketball skills, benefit from one-on-one coaching and join in on pick-up games with other youth. |
| 6:15 p.m. - Kinder/Junior Tap at Forest Heights |
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Date: Mondays starting January 15 Time: 6:15 to 6:55 p.m. Age: 5 to 10 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: $27 If you love basketball and can’t get enough, then Happy Hoops is for you!! Join us for dedicated gym time to practice your basketball skills, benefit from one-on-one coaching, practice your shots and join in on pick-up games. Athletics shoes required. For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca |
| 7 p.m. - Junior Ballet/Jazz at Forest Heights |
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Date: Mondays starting January 15 Time: 7 to 7:40 p.m. Age: 7 to 9 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: $27 This program is an excellent option for the first time dancers. This combination class allows young children to explore movement through the disciplines of ballet and jazz. |
Tuesday
| 4:15 p.m. - Creative Kids at Forest Heights |
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Date: Tuesdays starting January 16 Time: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Age: 5 to 7 years old Location: Doon Pioneer Park Community Centre Cost: $42.30 Spark your child’s creativity and imagination! Creative Kids is a welcoming program where participants learn through fun arts and craft activities. Participants will develop their motor skills and self-confidence as they explore their creative side. For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca. |
| 4:30 p.m. - Creative Kids at Doon Pioneer Park |
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Date: Tuesdays starting January 16 Time: 4:15 to 5:15 p.m. Age: 5 to 7 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: $42.30 Spark your child’s creativity and imagination! Creative Kids is a welcoming program where participants learn through fun arts and craft activities. Participants will develop their motor skills and self-confidence as they explore their creative side. For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca. |
| 4:30 p.m. - Creative Kids at Kingsdale |
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Date: Tuesdays starting January 16 Time: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Age: 4 to 6 years old Location: Kingsdale Community Centre Cost: $42.30 Spark your child’s creativity and imagination! Creative Kids is a welcoming program where participants learn through fun arts and craft activities. Participants will develop their motor skills and self-confidence as they explore their creative side. For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca. |
| 5:30 p.m. - Creative Kids at Forest Heights |
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Date: Tuesdays starting January 16 Time: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Age: 8 to 10 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: $42.30 Spark your child’s creativity and imagination! Creative Kids is a welcoming program where participants learn through fun arts and craft activities. Participants will develop their motor skills and self-confidence as they explore their creative side. For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca. |
| 5:30 p.m. - Soccer at Forest Heights |
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Date: Tuesdays starting January 16 Time: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Age: 6 to 8 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: $35 If you love soccer and can’t get enough, then this program is for you!! Join us for dedicated gym time to learn basic soccer skills and benefit from one-on-one coaching in a fun non-competitive children's program. Athletic shoes required. For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca |
| 6 p.m. - Ball is Life at Country Hills |
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Date: Tuesdays starting January 16 Time: 5:30 to 7 p.m. Age: 11 to 14 years old Location: Country Hills Community Centre Cost: free If you love basketball and can’t get enough, then Ball is Life!! Join us for dedicated gym time to practice your basketball skills, benefit from one-on-one coaching and join in on pick-up games. |
| 6 p.m. - Creative Kids at Kingsdale |
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Date: Tuesdays starting January 16 Time: 6 to 7 p.m. Age: 7 to 10 years old Location: Kingsdale Community Centre Cost: $42.30 Spark your child’s creativity and imagination! Creative Kids is a welcoming program where participants learn through fun arts and craft activities. Participants will develop their motor skills and self-confidence as they explore their creative side. For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca. |
| 6 p.m. - Heart for Art at Doon Pioneer Park |
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Date: Tuesdays starting January 16 Time: 6 to 7:30 p.m. Age: 8 to 11 years old Location: Doon Pioneer Park Community Centre Cost: free Heart for Art is a hands-on art program where young people get to try their hand at different mediums of visual arts and get the opportunity to share their thoughts and ideas and use their creative voice. See how creative arts can spark their ability to think and imagine, set goals and build their confidence. Through supportive decisions made by city council, this program is being offered at no cost. |
| 7 p.m. - Heart for Art at Forest Heights |
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Date: Tuesdays starting January 16 Time: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Age: 11 to 14 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: free Heart for Art is a hands-on art program where young people get to try their hand at different mediums of visual arts and get the opportunity to share their thoughts and ideas and use their creative voice. See how creative arts can spark their ability to think and imagine, set goals and build their confidence. Through supportive decisions made by city council, this program is being offered at no cost. |
Wednesday
| 4 p.m. - Creative Kids at Centreville-Chicopee |
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Date: Wednesdays starting January 17 Time: 4 to 5 p.m. Age: 7 to 10 years old Location: Centreville Chicopee Community Centre Cost: $42.30 Spark your child’s creativity and imagination! Creative Kids is a welcoming program where participants learn through fun arts and craft activities. Participants will develop their motor skills and self-confidence as they explore their creative side. For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca. |
| 4:30 p.m. - Heart for Art at Downtown CC |
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Date: Wednesdays starting January 17 Time: 4:30 to 6 p.m. Age: 8 to 12 years old Location: Downtown Community Centre Cost: free Heart for Art is a hands-on art program where young people get to try their hand at different mediums of visual arts and get the opportunity to share their thoughts and ideas and use their creative voice. See how creative arts can spark their ability to think and imagine, set goals and build their confidence. Through supportive decisions made by city council, this program is being offered at no cost. |
| 5 p.m. - Building Youth Leadership Development (BYLD) at Downtown CC |
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Date: Wednesdays starting January 17 Time: 5 to 6:30 p.m. Age: 12 to 15 years old Location: Downtown Community Centre Cost: free Our Building Youth Leadership Development (BYLD) gives young people aged 12 to 15 the opportunity to learn leadership skills, responsibility, and self-confidence. If you have any questions, please email us at youth@kitchener.ca |
| 5 p.m. - Kids Dance at Kingsdale |
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Date: Wednesdays starting January 17 Time: 5 to 6 p.m. Age: 4 to 6 years old Location: Kingsdale Community Centre Cost: $56.90 Let us help your little ones build their confidence with dance in this fun introductory class featuring a variety of dance styles. Dancers will be introduced to simple moves and choreography with an emphasis on having fun while learning. For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca |
| 5 p.m. - Music Exploration with the Giggle Lab at Bridgeport CC |
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Date: Wednesdays starting January 17 Time: 5 to 5:45 p.m. Age: 5 to 8 years old Location: Bridgeport Community Centre Cost: $74 Music Exploration is a welcoming program with a unique musical opportunity each week. With a focus on fun, imagination and creativity, this program will help your child build their self-confidence when it comes to all things 'music'. Programs will be offered in partnership with the City of Kitchener and Hannah & Adrian from The Giggle Lab.? For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca. |
| 5:30 p.m. - Creative Kids at Downtown CC |
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Date: Wednesdays starting January 17 Time: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Age: 4 to 6 years old Location: Centreville Chicopee Community Centre Cost: $42.30 Spark your child’s creativity and imagination! Creative Kids is a welcoming program where participants learn through fun arts and craft activities. Participants will develop their motor skills and self-confidence as they explore their creative side. For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca. |
| 5:30 p.m. - Dodgeball at Forest Heights |
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Date: Wednesdays starting January 17 Time: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Age: 7 to 11 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: $35 Join us each week for a fun game of non-competitive dodgeball. Our coaches will focus on building children’s confidence and dodgeball skills. Get active and have some fun! Atheltic shoes required. For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca. |
| 5:30 p.m. - Multisport at Centreville-Chicopee |
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Date: Wednesdays starting January 17 Time: 5:30 to 7 p.m. Age: 9 to 12 years old Location: Centreville Chicopee Community Centre Cost: free Start a life-long appreciation for an active and healthy lifestyle. Multisport provides a safe and fun environment for children to learn skills and fundamentals of popular sports. Each week our coaches will focus on building children’s confidence and developmental skills to be successful in a variety of sports such as: Basketball, Soccer, Dodgeball, Kickball, and many more!? For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca. Register in-person at the community centre. |
| 6 p.m. - Music Exploration with the Giggle Lab at Bridgeport CC |
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Date: Wednesdays starting January 17 Time: 6 to 6:45 p.m. Age: 9 to 12 years old Location: Bridgeport Community Centre Cost: $74 Music Exploration is a welcoming program with a unique musical opportunity each week. With a focus on fun, imagination and creativity, this program will help your child build their self-confidence when it comes to all things 'music'. Programs will be offered in partnership with the City of Kitchener and Hannah & Adrian from The Giggle Lab.? For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca. |
| 6:15 p.m. - Kids Dance at Kingsdale |
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Date: Wednesdays starting January 17 Time: 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. Age: 7 to 10 years old Location: Kingsdale Community Centre Cost: $56.90 Let us help your little ones build their confidence with dance in this fun introductory class featuring a variety of dance styles. Dancers will be introduced to simple moves and choreography with an emphasis on having fun while learning. For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca |
| 6:30 p.m. - Teen Cooking Creations at Downtown CC |
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Date: Wednesdays starting January 17 Time: 6:30 to 8 p.m. Age: 12 to 15 years old Location: Downtown Community Centre Cost: free Teen Cooking Creations allows participants ages 12-15 to explore the culinary arts as well as enjoy eating their creations each week! Our youth staff will share strategies for preparing affordable, healthy meals and snacks and we will have lots of fun doing so! A great way to increase confidence in the kitchen while interacting with peers and youth staff, while having a fun experience! |
| 6:30 p.m. - Bollywood Dancing for Teens at Forest Heights |
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Date: Wednesdays starting January 17 Time: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Age: 7 to 12 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: $35 Bollywood dancing is a colourful, dynamic and highly theatrical dance style seen in Indian Films. It combines classical forms of dance including traditional Indian, folk, salsa, belly-dance while also incorporation more contemporary western forms such as hip hop, jazz and funk. Dancers will be introduced to a variety of Bollywood dance moves and choreography with an emphasis on having fun while learning. No special equipment or shoes are required. For any questions, please email youth@kitchener.ca |
| 7:45 p.m. - Youth Bollywood Dance at Forest Heights |
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Date: Wednesdays starting January 17 Time: 7:45 to 8:45 p.m. Age: 12 to 16 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: $35 Bollywood dancing is a colourful, dynamic and highly theatrical dance style seen in Indian Films. It combines classical forms of dance including traditional Indian, folk, salsa, belly-dance while also incorporation more contemporary western forms such as hip hop, jazz and funk. Dancers will be introduced to a variety of Bollywood dance moves and choreography with an emphasis on having fun while learning. For any questions, please email youth@kitchener.ca |
Thursday
| 4 p.m. - Creative Kids at Bridgeport |
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Date: Thursdays starting January 18 Time: 4 to 5 p.m. Age: 5 to 7 years old Location: Bridgeport Community Centre Cost: $42.30 Spark your child’s creativity and imagination! Creative Kids is a welcoming program where participants learn through fun arts and craft activities. Participants will develop their motor skills and self-confidence as they explore their creative side. For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca. |
| 5:05 p.m. - Karate Kids Beginner at Forest Heights |
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Date: Thursdays starting January 18 Time: 5:05 to 5:50 p.m. Age: 4 to 8 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: $31.75 Start a life-long appreciation for an active and healthy lifestyle in this program where children learn skills and fundamentals of karate. Each week our coaches will focus on teaching basic self-defense stances and blocks while building children’s confidence and self-discipline in a fun environment. For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca PLEASE NOTE: a karate uniform is not required. Participants have the option of purchasing one for an additional fee of $60-$65 at the class. Belt-testing is optional and has an additional fee of $45 |
| 5:15 p.m. - Creative Kids at Bridgeport |
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Date: Thursdays starting January 18 Time: 6 to 6:40 p.m. Age: 4 to 6 years old Location: Bridgeport Community Centre Cost: $30 Let us help your little one build their confidence with dance in this fun introductory class that is an excellent option for first-time dancers. This combination class allow young children to explore movement through the disciplines of ballet and jazz. Dancers will be introduced to simple moves and choreography with an emphasis on having fun while learning. For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca |
| 5:55 p.m. - Karate Red Belt at Forest Heights |
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Date: Thursdays starting January 18 Time: 5:55 to 6:40 p.m. Age: 5 to 17 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: $37.80 Continue a life-long appreciation for an active and healthy lifestyle in this program where children and youth learn skills and fundamentals of karate. Participants will continue stances, blocks and self-discipline. You must have your red belt to register for this class. For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca PLEASE NOTE: a karate uniform is not required. Participants have the option of purchasing one for an additional fee of $60-$65 at the class. Belt-testing is optional and has an additional fee of $45 |
| 6 p.m. - Kinder Ballet/Jazz at Forest Heights |
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Date: Thursdays starting January 18 Time: 6 to 6:40 p.m. Age: 4 to 6 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: $30 Let us help your little one build their confidence with dance in this fun introductory class that is an excellent option for first-time dancers. This combination class allow young children to explore movement through the disciplines of ballet and jazz. Dancers will be introduced to simple moves and choreography with an emphasis on having fun while learning. For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca |
| 6:45 p.m. - Kinder Hip Hop at Forest Heights |
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Date: Thursdays starting January 18 Time: 6:45 to 7:20 p.m. Age: 4 to 6 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: $30 Hip hop is a vibrant form of dance that combines freestyle movements to create cultural art. In this class, dancers will learn the art of hip hop moves and creative choreography while building their self-confidence in a fun environment. For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca |
| 7:25 p.m. - Junior Hip Hop at Forest Heights |
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Date: Thursdays starting January 18 Time: 7:25 to 8:15 p.m. Age: 7 to 9 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: $30 Hip hop is a vibrant form of dance that combines freestyle movements to create cultural art. In this class, dancers will learn the art of hip hop moves and creative choreography while building their self-confidence in a fun environment. For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca |
Friday
| 3:45 p.m. - Teen Cooking Creations at Country Hills |
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Date: Fridays starting January 19 Time: 3:45 to 5:15 p.m. Age: 12 to 15 years old Location: Country Hills Community Centre Cost: free Teen Cooking Creations allows participants ages 12-15 to explore the culinary arts as well as enjoy eating their creations each week! Our youth staff will share strategies for preparing affordable, healthy meals and snacks and we will have lots of fun doing so! A great way to increase confidence in the kitchen while interacting with peers and youth staff, while having a fun experience! |
| 4:30 p.m. - Basketball Happy Hoops at Forest Heights |
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Date: Fridays starting January 19 Time: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Age: 9 to 10 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: $35 If you love basketball and can’t get enough, then Happy Hoops is for you!! Join us for dedicated gym time to practice your basketball skills, benefit from one-on-one coaching, practice your shots and join in on pick-up games. Athletics shoes required. For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca |
| 5:30 p.m. - Basketball Happy Hoops at Forest Heights |
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Date: Fridays starting January 19 Time: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Age: 11 to 12 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: $35 If you love basketball and can’t get enough, then Happy Hoops is for you!! Join us for dedicated gym time to practice your basketball skills, benefit from one-on-one coaching, practice your shots and join in on pick-up games. Athletics shoes required. For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca |
| 6 p.m. - Drama for Kids at Downtown CC |
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Date: Fridays starting January 19 Time: 6 to 7 p.m. Age: 10 to 13 years old Location: Downtown Community Centre Cost: free Drama in the City is 10 weeks of creative play exploring improvisation and acting techniques. Build your confidence, learn to trust your instincts, and expand your imagination. |
| 7:30 p.m. - Creative Writing at Downtown CC |
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Date: Fridays starting January 19 Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m. Age: 12 to 15 years old Location: Downtown Community Centre Cost: free Do you have a passion for words and want to delve deeper into the craft of storytelling? In this 9-week program, we will get our creative juices flowing with practical advice and ideas about the writing process. Youth will be prepared to share their writing and learn about positive and constructive feedback in this safe, creative space. |
Saturday
| 9 a.m. - Karate Kids Beginner at Forest Heights |
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Date: Saturdays starting January 20 Time: 9 to 9:45 a.m. Age: 4 to 8 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: $31.75 Start a life-long appreciation for an active and healthy lifestyle in this program where children learn skills and fundamentals of karate. Each week our coaches will focus on teaching basic self-defense stances and blocks while building children’s confidence and self-discipline in a fun environment. For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca PLEASE NOTE: a karate uniform is not required. Participants have the option of purchasing one for an additional fee of $60-$65 at the class. Belt-testing is optional and has an additional fee of $45 |
| 9 a.m. - Kinder Ballet at Forest Heights |
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Date: Saturdays starting January 20 Time: 9 to 9:40 a.m. Age: 4 to 6 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: $30 Let us help your little ones build their confidence with dance in this fun introductory class that is an excellent option for first-time dancers. Dancers will be introduced to basic ballet movements in a creative and fun way. For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca |
| 9:15 a.m. - Multisport at Downtown CC |
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Date: Saturdays starting January 20 Time: 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. Age: 4 to 6 years old Location: Downtown Community Centre Cost: $63.45 Start a life-long appreciation for an active and healthy lifestyle. Multisport provides a safe and fun environment for children to learn skills and fundamentals of popular sports. Each week our coaches will focus on building children’s confidence and developmental skills to be successful in a variety of sports such as: Basketball, Soccer, Dodgeball, Kickball, and many more!? For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca. |
| 9:15 a.m. - Kids Dance at Downtown CC |
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Date: Saturdays starting January 20 Time: 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. Age: 4 to 6 years old Location: Downtown Community Centre Cost: $56.90 Let us help your little ones build their confidence with dance in this fun introductory class featuring a variety of dance styles. Dancers will be introduced to simple moves and choreography with an emphasis on having fun while learning. For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca |
| 9:30 a.m. - Multisport at Chicopee PS |
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Date: Saturdays starting January 20 Time: 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Age: 4 to 6 years old Location: Chicopee Public School Cost: $50.71 Start a life-long appreciation for an active and healthy lifestyle. Multisport provides a safe and fun environment for children to learn skills and fundamentals of popular sports. Each week our coaches will focus on building children’s confidence and developmental skills to be successful in a variety of sports such as: Basketball, Soccer, Dodgeball, Kickball, and many more!? For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca. |
| 9:30 a.m. - Multisport at Kingsdale |
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Date: Saturdays starting January 27 Time: 9:30 to 11 a.m. Age: 5 to 7 years old Location: Kingsdale Community Centre Cost: $57.11 Start a life-long appreciation for an active and healthy lifestyle. Multisport provides a safe and fun environment for children to learn skills and fundamentals of popular sports. Each week our coaches will focus on building children’s confidence and developmental skills to be successful in a variety of sports such as: Basketball, Soccer, Dodgeball, Kickball, and many more!? For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca. |
| 9:45 a.m. - Kinder Jazz at Forest Heights |
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Date: Saturdays starting January 20 Time: 9:45 to 10:20 a.m. Age: 4 to 6 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: $45 Let us help your little one build their confidence with dance in this fun introductory class that is an excellent option for first-time dancers. This combination class allow young children to explore movement through the disciplines of ballet and jazz. Dancers will be introduced to simple moves and choreography with an emphasis on having fun while learning. For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca |
| 10 a.m. - Karate Red Belt at Forest Heights |
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Date: Saturdays starting January 20 Time: 10 to 10:45 a.m. Age: 5 to 17 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: $37.80 Continue a life-long appreciation for an active and healthy lifestyle in this program where children and youth learn skills and fundamentals of karate. Participants will continue stances, blocks and self-discipline. You must have your red belt to register for this class. For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca PLEASE NOTE: a karate uniform is not required. Participants have the option of purchasing one for an additional fee of $60-$65 at the class. Belt-testing is optional and has an additional fee of $45 |
| 10:30 a.m. - Junior Ballet at Forest Heights |
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Date: Saturdays starting January 20 Time: 10:30 to 11:10 a.m. Age: 7 to 9 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: $30 Ballet is the basis for all other forms of dance. This class will allow dancers to learn the fundamental ballet positions and build their self-confidence in a fun environment. No special footwear is required.For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca |
| 10:30 a.m. - Kids Dance at Downtown CC |
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Date: Saturdays starting January 20 Time: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Age: 7 to 10 years old Location: Downtown Community Centre Cost: $56.90 Let us help your little ones build their confidence with dance in this fun introductory class featuring a variety of dance styles. Dancers will be introduced to simple moves and choreography with an emphasis on having fun while learning. For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca. |
| 10:30 a.m. - Multisport at Downtown CC |
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Date: Saturdays starting January 20 Time: 10:30 a.m. to noon Age: 7 to 11 years old Location: Downtown Community Centre Cost: $63.45 Start a life-long appreciation for an active and healthy lifestyle. Multisport provides a safe and fun environment for children to learn skills and fundamentals of popular sports. Each week our coaches will focus on building children’s confidence and developmental skills to be successful in a variety of sports such as: Basketball, Soccer, Dodgeball, Kickball, and many more!? For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca. |
| 10:45 a.m. - Multisport at Chicopee PS |
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Date: Saturdays starting January 20 Time: 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Age: 7 to 10 years old Location: Chicopee Public School Cost: $50.71 Start a life-long appreciation for an active and healthy lifestyle. Multisport provides a safe and fun environment for children to learn skills and fundamentals of popular sports. Each week our coaches will focus on building children’s confidence and developmental skills to be successful in a variety of sports such as: Basketball, Soccer, Dodgeball, Kickball, and many more!? For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca. |
| 11 a.m. - Dodgeball at Forest Heights |
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Date: Saturdays starting January 20 Time: 11 a.m. to noon Age: 12 to 17 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: $35 Join us each week for a fun game of non-competitive dodgeball. Our coaches will focus on building children’s confidence and dodgeball skills. Get active and have some fun! Atheltic shoes required. For any questions, please email youth@kitchener.ca. |
| 11:15 a.m. - Kinder Ballet/Jazz at Forest Heights |
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Date: Saturdays starting January 20 Time: 11:15 to 11:55 a.m. Age: 4 to 6 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: $30 Let us help your little one build their confidence with dance in this fun introductory class that is an excellent option for first-time dancers. This combination class allow young children to explore movement through the disciplines of ballet and jazz. Dancers will be introduced to simple moves and choreography with an emphasis on having fun while learning. No special footwear is required. For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca |
| 11:15 a.m. - Multisport at Kingsdale |
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Date: Saturdays starting January 27 Time: 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Age: 8 to 11 years old Location: Kingsdale Community Centre Cost: $63.45 Start a life-long appreciation for an active and healthy lifestyle. Multisport provides a safe and fun environment for children to learn skills and fundamentals of popular sports. Each week our coaches will focus on building children’s confidence and developmental skills to be successful in a variety of sports such as: Basketball, Soccer, Dodgeball, Kickball, and many more!? For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca. |
| 12:30 p.m. - Multisport at Forest Heights |
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Date: Saturdays starting January 20 Time: 12:30 to 2 p.m. Age: 5 to 8 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: $63.45 Start a life-long appreciation for an active and healthy lifestyle. Multisport provides a safe and fun environment for children to learn skills and fundamentals of popular sports. Each week our coaches will focus on building children’s confidence and developmental skills to be successful in a variety of sports such as: Basketball, Soccer, Dodgeball, Kickball, and many more!? For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca. |
| 2:15 p.m. - Multisport at Forest Heights |
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Date: Saturdays starting January 20 Time: 2:15 to 3:45 p.m. Age: 8 to 11 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: $63.45 Start a life-long appreciation for an active and healthy lifestyle. Multisport provides a safe and fun environment for children to learn skills and fundamentals of popular sports. Each week our coaches will focus on building children’s confidence and developmental skills to be successful in a variety of sports such as: Basketball, Soccer, Dodgeball, Kickball, and many more!? For any questions, please email camp@kitchener.ca. |
Drop-in programs
Open the accordions under each day of the week to find drop-in programs.
Jump to a day:
Monday
| 3:30 p.m. - Indoor Skatepark at Queensmount Arena |
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Date: Mondays starting November 6 Time: 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Age: 8 years and up Location: Queensmount Arena Cost: free Registration: Not required, sign in at door! All participants (or a caretaker if the participant is under 18 years old) must complete and sign an informed consent and waiver form when they arrive. Stay warm and dry indoors as you enjoy the fun of the ramps and rails at our indoor skatepark. Elements include ramps, fly-over boxes, kicker ramps, grind boxes, grind rails. Helmets are mandatory when using the skatepark and we can provide extras. Loaner skateboards are also available. |
| 4 p.m. - Children and Youth After-School Drop-In at Chandler Mowat |
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Date: Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays starting January 15 Time: 4 to 6 p.m. Age: 8 to 15 years old (grades 3 to 10) Location: Chandler Mowat Community Centre Cost: free On Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, from 4:00 pm - 6pm, the Chandler Mowat Community Centre welcome children and youth (8 - 15 years old) to join us for after-school programs. Supervised and supported by trained City of Kitchener staff, participants will have the opportunity to participate in a rotation of sports, arts and crafts, and games or homework help in age appropriate groupings. This is an opportunity for the participants to be engaged in meaningful recreation with caring older mentors. No registration required. |
| 7 p.m. - Tween Drop-In at Centreville Chicopee |
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Date: Mondays starting January 15 Time: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Age: 11 to 14 years old (grade 6 to 8) Location: Centreville Chicopee Community Centre Cost: free Tween Youth Drop-in (YDI) is a FREE weekly, drop-in- program that allows participants ages 11-14 (grades 6-8) to hang out in a supported space with our staff and engage in different themes, games, and activities. Youth will help plan some of the fun things they want to have happen in this program. Each week, activities will include a rotation of sports (basketball, soccer, dodgeball, etc.) and group games in the gym. No registration required. |
Tuesday
| 2:45 p.m. - After-School Drop-In at Forest Heights |
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Date: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays starting January 16 Time: 2:45 to 5 p.m. Age: 12 to 17 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: free Youth Drop-in (YDI) is a FREE weekly, drop-in- program that allows participants ages 12-17 to hang out in a supported space with our staff and engage in different themes, games, and activities. Youth will help plan some of the fun things they want to have happen in this program. Each week, activities will include a rotation of sports (basketball, soccer, etc.), arts and crafts, group games, board games and so much more. No registration required. |
| 4 p.m. - Children and Youth After-School Drop-In at Chandler Mowat |
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Date: Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays starting January 15 Time: 4 to 6 p.m. Age: 8 to 15 years old (grades 3 to 10) Location: Chandler Mowat Community Centre Cost: free On Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, from 4:00 pm - 6pm, the Chandler Mowat Community Centre welcome children and youth (8 - 15 years old) to join us for after-school programs. Supervised and supported by trained City of Kitchener staff, participants will have the opportunity to participate in a rotation of sports, arts and crafts, and games or homework help in age appropriate groupings. This is an opportunity for the participants to be engaged in meaningful recreation with caring older mentors. No registration required. |
Wednesday
| 2:45 p.m. - After-School Drop-In at Forest Heights |
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Date: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays starting January 16 Time: 2:45 to 5 p.m. Age: 12 to 17 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: free Youth Drop-in (YDI) is a FREE weekly, drop-in- program that allows participants ages 12-17 to hang out in a supported space with our staff and engage in different themes, games, and activities. Youth will help plan some of the fun things they want to have happen in this program. Each week, activities will include a rotation of sports (basketball, soccer, etc.), arts and crafts, group games, board games and so much more. No registration required. |
| 4 p.m. - Children and Youth After-School Drop-In at Chandler Mowat |
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Date: Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays starting January 15 Time: 4 to 6 p.m. Age: 8 to 15 years old (grades 3 to 10) Location: Chandler Mowat Community Centre Cost: free On Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, from 4:00 pm - 6pm, the Chandler Mowat Community Centre welcome children and youth (8 - 15 years old) to join us for after-school programs. Supervised and supported by trained City of Kitchener staff, participants will have the opportunity to participate in a rotation of sports, arts and crafts, and games or homework help in age appropriate groupings. This is an opportunity for the participants to be engaged in meaningful recreation with caring older mentors. No registration required. |
| 6 p.m. - Ball is Life at Chandler Mowat |
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Date: Wednesdays starting January 17 Time: 6 to 7:30 p.m. Age: 11 to 15 years old Location: Chandler Mowat Community Centre Cost: free If you love basketball and can’t get enough then Ball is Life!! Join us for dedicated drop- in gym time to practice your basketball skills. No registration is required for this drop-in Ball is Life. No registration required. |
Thursday
| 2:45 p.m. - After-School Drop-In at Forest Heights |
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Date: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays starting January 16 Time: 2:45 to 5 p.m. Age: 12 to 17 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: free Youth Drop-in (YDI) is a FREE weekly, drop-in- program that allows participants ages 12-17 to hang out in a supported space with our staff and engage in different themes, games, and activities. Youth will help plan some of the fun things they want to have happen in this program. Each week, activities will include a rotation of sports (basketball, soccer, etc.), arts and crafts, group games, board games and so much more. No registration required. |
| 3:15 p.m. - Youth Drop-In at Doon Pioneer Park |
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Date: Thursdays starting January 18 Time: 3:15 to 4:45 p.m. Age: 12 to 17 years old Location: Doon Pioneer Park Community Centre Cost: free Youth Drop-in (YDI) is a FREE weekly, drop-in- program that allows participants ages 12-17 to hang out in a supported space with our staff and engage in different themes, games, and activities. Youth will help plan some of the fun things they want to have happen in this program. Each week, activities will include a rotation of sports (basketball, soccer, etc.), homework help, video games, board games and so much more. No registration required. |
| 3:30 p.m. - Indoor Skatepark at Queensmount Arena |
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Date: Thursdays starting November 6 Time: 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Age: 8 years and up Location: Queensmount Arena Cost: free Registration: Not required, sign in at door! All participants (or a caretaker if the participant is under 18 years old) must complete and sign an informed consent and waiver form when they arrive. Stay warm and dry indoors as you enjoy the fun of the ramps and rails at our indoor skatepark. Elements include ramps, fly-over boxes, kicker ramps, grind boxes, grind rails. Helmets are mandatory when using the skatepark and we can provide extras. Loaner skateboards are also available. |
| 6:30 p.m. - Youth Pickleball and Badminton Drop-In at Downtown CC |
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Date: Thursdays starting January 18 Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Age: 12 to 17 years old Location: Downtown Community Centre Cost: free Drop-in at the Downtown Community Centre for pick-up Badminton and Pickleball games. This is a safe space to try out both racket sports for all skills levels. This is a free program for youth ages 12-17 with no registration required. No registration required. |
| 7 p.m. - Youth Drop-In at Huron CC |
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Date: Thursdays starting January 18 Time: 7 to 9 p.m. Age: 12 to 17 years old Location: Huron Community Centre Cost: free Youth Drop-in (YDI) is a FREE weekly, drop-in- program that allows participants ages 12-17 to hang out in a supported space with our staff and engage in different themes, games, and activities. Youth will help plan some of the fun things they want to have happen in this program. Each week, activities will include a rotation of sports (basketball, soccer, etc.), homework help, video games, board games and so much more. No registration required. |
Friday
| 4 p.m. - Youth Drop-In at Kingsdale |
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Date: Fridays starting January 19 Time: 4 to 6 p.m. Age: 12 to 17 years old Location: Kingsdale Community Centre Cost: free Youth Drop-in (YDI) is a FREE weekly, drop-in- program that allows participants ages 12-17 to hang out in a supported space with our staff and engage in different themes, games, and activities. Youth will help plan some of the fun things they want to have happen in this program. Each week, activities will include a rotation of sports (basketball, soccer, etc.), homework help, video games, board games and so much more. No registration required. |
| 6 p.m. - Youth Drop-In at Centreville Chicopee |
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Date: Fridays starting January 19 Time: 6 to 8 p.m. Age: 12 to 17 years old Location: Centreville Chicopee Community Centre Cost: free Youth Drop-in (YDI) is a FREE weekly, drop-in- program that allows participants ages 12-17 to hang out in a supported space with our staff and engage in different themes, games, and activities. Youth will help plan some of the fun things they want to have happen in this program. Each week, activities will include a rotation of sports (basketball, soccer, etc.), homework help, video games, board games and so much more. No registration required. |
| 6 p.m. - Youth Drop-In at Chandler Mowat |
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Date: Fridays starting January 19 Time: 6 to 8 p.m. Age: 12 to 17 years old Location: Chandler Mowat Community Centre Cost: free Youth Drop-in (YDI) is a FREE weekly, drop-in- program that allows participants ages 12-17 to hang out in a supported space with our staff and engage in different themes, games, and activities. Youth will help plan some of the fun things they want to have happen in this program. Each week, activities will include a rotation of sports (basketball, soccer, etc.), homework help, video games, board games and so much more. No registration required. |
| 6 p.m. - Youth Drop-In at Williamsburg |
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Date: Fridays starting January 19 Time: 6 to 8 p.m. Age: 12 to 17 years old Location: Williamsburg Community Centre Cost: free Youth Drop-in (YDI) is a FREE weekly, drop-in- program that allows participants ages 12-17 to hang out in a supported space with our staff and engage in different themes, games, and activities. Youth will help plan some of the fun things they want to have happen in this program. Each week, activities will include a rotation of sports (basketball, soccer, etc.), homework help, video games, board games and so much more. No registration required. |
| 6:30 p.m. - Youth Drop-In at Country Hills |
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Date: Fridays starting January 19 Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Age: 12 to 17 years old Location: Country Hills Community Centre Cost: free Youth Drop-in (YDI) is a FREE weekly, drop-in- program that allows participants ages 12-17 to hang out in a supported space with our staff and engage in different themes, games, and activities. Youth will help plan some of the fun things they want to have happen in this program. Each week, activities will include a rotation of sports (basketball, soccer, etc.), homework help, video games, board games and so much more. No registration required. |
| 6:30 p.m. - Youth Drop-In at Huron CC |
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Date: Fridays starting January 19 Time: 6:30 to 9 p.m. Age: 12 to 17 years old Location: Huron Community Centre Cost: free Youth Drop-in (YDI) is a FREE weekly, drop-in- program that allows participants ages 12-17 to hang out in a supported space with our staff and engage in different themes, games, and activities. Youth will help plan some of the fun things they want to have happen in this program. Each week, activities will include a rotation of sports (basketball, soccer, etc.), homework help, video games, board games and so much more. No registration required. |
| 7 p.m. - Youth Drop-In at Forest Heights |
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Date: Fridays starting January 19 Time: 7 to 9 p.m. Age: 12 to 17 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: free Youth Drop-in (YDI) is a FREE weekly, drop-in- program that allows participants ages 12-17 to hang out in a supported space with our staff and engage in different themes, games, and activities. Youth will help plan some of the fun things they want to have happen in this program. Each week, activities will include a rotation of sports (basketball, soccer, etc.), homework help, video games, board games and so much more. No registration required. |
Saturday
| 6:30 p.m. - Indoor Skatepark at Queensmount Arena |
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Date: Saturdays Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Age: 8 years and older Location: Queensmount Arena Cost: free Registration: Not required, sign in at door! All participants (or a caretaker if the participant is under 18 years old) must complete and sign an informed consent and waiver form when they arrive. Our Indoor Skatepark at Queensmount Arena returns for another winter season. The skatepark features ramps, quarter pipe, fly-over box, kicker ramps, grind box, and grind rails. Helmets are mandatory when using the skatepark and we can provide extras. The skatepark is open for skateboards, scooters, and in-line/roller skates. No bikes are allowed. Loaner skateboards and scooters are also available. Time will be extended to 9:30 p.m. on December 2, 16 and 23. On Saturday, December 30, join us from 6:30 to 11:30 p.m. for an end-of-year celebration! |
PD day camps
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Holiday break programs
For the 2023/2024 winter break, we're offering camps and drop-in programs at select community centres. Our trained and first aid-certified camp leaders will help your child develop friendships, learn new skills and celebrate creativity.
Camp options:
December 27 to 29
- date: December 27 to 29, 2023
- time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day
- age: 4 to 11 years old
- cost: $80 for three days
Register on ActiveNet:
- Country Hills Community Centre
- Chandler Mowat Community Centre
- Doon Pioneer Park Community Centre
- Huron Community Centre
January 2 to 5
- date: January 2 to 5, 2024
- time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day
- age: 4 to 11 years old
- cost: $105 for four days
Register on ActiveNet:
Drop-in programs
Open the accordions below to find information about holiday drop-in programs.
| December 27 to 29 at 6 p.m. - Holiday Art & Trivia at Bridgeport CC |
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Date: December 27 to 29, 2023 Time: 6 to 8 p.m. Age: 12 to 17 years old Location: Bridgeport Community Centre Cost: free Looking for something fun to do this Holiday Break? Join us for Art and Trivia Wednesday - Friday night. The three day art project will focus on imagination and creativity followed by socializing with other teens with fun trivia themed nights. Through supportive decisions made by council, this program is being offered at no cost. |
| January 2 to 4 at 2:45 p.m. - Holiday Break Youth Drop-In at Forest Heights |
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Date: January 2 to 4 Time: 2:45 to 5:15 p.m. Age: 12 to 17 years old Location: Forest Heights Community Centre Cost: free Holiday Break Youth Drop-in (YDI) is a FREE drop-in- program that allows participants ages 12-17 to hang out in a supported space with our staff and engage in different themes, games, and activities. No registration required. No registration required. |
| January 2 at 6 p.m. - Holiday Break Youth Drop-In at Kingsdale |
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Date: January 2 Time: 6 to 8 p.m. Age: 12 to 17 years old Location: Kingsdale Community Centre Cost: free Holiday Break Youth Drop-in (YDI) is a FREE drop-in- program that allows participants ages 12-17 to hang out in a supported space with our staff and engage in different themes, games, and activities. No registration required. No registration required. |
| January 3 at 6 p.m. - Holiday Break Youth Drop-In at Chandler Mowat |
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Date: January 3 Time: 6 to 8 p.m. Age: 12 to 17 years old Location: Chandler Mowat Community Centre Cost: free Holiday Break Youth Drop-in (YDI) is a FREE drop-in- program that allows participants ages 12-17 to hang out in a supported space with our staff and engage in different themes, games, and activities. No registration required. No registration required. |
| January 3 to 5 at 6 p.m. - Holiday Bake Off at Downtown CC |
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Date: January 3 to 5, 2024 Time: 6 to 8 p.m. Age: 12 to 17 years old Location: Downtown Community Centre Cost: free Are you interested in baking fun and tasty treats over Winter Break? Holiday Bake-off allows participants ages 12-17 to explore the culinary arts as well as enjoy eating their creations each day! Through supportive decisions made by council, this program is being offered at no cost. |
| January 4 and 5 at 6:30 p.m. - Holiday Break Drop-In at Huron CC |
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Date: January 4 and 5 Time: 6:30 to 9 p.m. Age: 12 to 17 years old Location: Huron Community Centre Cost: free Holiday Break Youth Drop-in (YDI) is a FREE drop-in- program that allows participants ages 12-17 to hang out in a supported space with our staff and engage in different themes, games, and activities. No registration required. No registration required. |
| January 5 at 6:30 p.m. - Holiday Break Youth Drop-In at Country Hills |
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Date: January 5 Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Age: 12 to 17 years old Location: Country Hills Community Centre Cost: free Holiday Break Youth Drop-in (YDI) is a FREE drop-in- program that allows participants ages 12-17 to hang out in a supported space with our staff and engage in different themes, games, and activities. No registration required. No registration required. |
March Break programs
In 2024, we're offering these programs for March Break:
- camp - 4 to 11 years old
- art and trivia - 12 to 17 years old
- youth drop-in - 12 to 17 years old
March Break camp
Looking for fun and engaging activities for your children to take part in over the March Break? These day camp programs are sure to be a highlight for your child and help to develop friendships, learn new skills and celebrate creativity! Our trained and first aid certified camp leaders will support your child through this camp.
- date: March 11 to 15, 2024
- time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day
- age: 4 to 11 years old
- cost: $118 for five days
Register on ActiveNet:
March Break Art and Trivia
Looking for something fun to do this March Break? Join us for Art and Trivia Monday to Thursday night. The four day art project will focus on imagination and creativity followed by socializing with other teens with fun trivia themed nights. Through supportive decisions made by council, this program is being offered at no cost.
- date: March 11 to 14, 2024
- time: 6 to 8 p.m.
- age: 12 to 17 years old
- cost: free
- registration: required, register on ActiveNet
March Madness Youth Drop-In
March Break Madness Youth Drop-in (YDI) is a drop-in program that allows participants to hang out in a supported space with our staff and engage in a mini basketball tournament! No registration required.
- age: 12 to 17 years old
- cost: free
Dates, times and locations:
- Monday, March 11 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Country Hills Community Centre
- Wednesday, March 13 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Victoria Hills Community Centre
- Thursday, March 14 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at Huron Community Centre
- Friday, March 15 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at Country Hills Community Centre
- Friday, March 15 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Forest Heights Community Centre
No registration required.
Accessibility and support
If your child has a disability and needs help to take part in a program, you can request inclusion support.
Visit our Leisure Access page to apply for lower registration fees. Our goal is to make city-run programs accessible to everyone.