Downtown Community Centre

At the Downtown Community Centre, you can register for affordable fitness programs, learn how to use a computer and more.

Find a full list of our community centres.

Children and teens

• sports and fitness
• ki aikido program in partnership with the Kitchener-Waterloo Ki Aikido Club
• art classes
• youth development program
• cooking programs
• drama and creative writing

Adults

• Boxfit
• pickleball
• Pilates

Seniors

• gentle moves
• tai chi
• gentle yoga
• ongoing groups like shuffleboard, cards, bingo, pickleball and more
• Kitchener Tech Connects free technology classes

Drop-in rates for fitness programs

• 55 years and over: $7.09, including HST
• 18 to 54 years old: $8.64, including HST

For a full list of programs, visit Active Net

Visit our book free space page to find booking rules and safety measures.

Visit our book free space page to find booking rules and safety measures.

Leisure Access

Visit our Leisure Access (fee assistance) page to apply for lower program registration fees. This does not include programs run by our partners. Check with community centre staff for fee assistance options.

Neighbourhood associations

There are five neighbourhood associations in the downtown area:

• Downtown Neighbourhood Alliance
• Victoria Park Neighbourhood Association
• Central Frederick Neighbourhood Association
• Old Berlin Town Neighbourhood Association
• Downtown Kitchener Neighbourhood Association

These groups may offer programs at the DCC or events in the community, check their pages for more information or to get involved.

Family outreach

The House of Friendship offers family outreach services at the DCC. Please call Laura at 519-591-9052 to book an offsite appointment.

Sanctuary

The sanctuary is a dedicated space to be used for private prayer, reflection or meditation.

This space is available when the centre is open. Ask for the access key at the main desk.

Wi-Fi

Use your own phone, tablet or computer with our free Wi-Fi. Choose the “Kitchener Public WiFi” network and follow the instructions that show up.

Visit our Digital Kitchener page to find online safety resources.

Washrooms

There are washrooms on the first and second floor.

There are change tables in the washrooms on the second floor.

All our washrooms are accessible. There is also an accessible changeroom.

Rentals

You can rent rooms at Downtown Community Centre for meetings or events. Room rates are per hour and include HST. Capacities include chairs only. If tables are required, the capacity will be less.

• gymnasium one (single) – seating capacity 150 people - $69.61 per hour, including HST
• gymnasium two (single) – seating capacity 200 people - $69.61 per hour, including HST
• gymnasium one and two (double) – seating capacity 400 people - $88.84 per hour, including HST
• workshop – seating capacity 15 people - $22.44 per hour, including HST
• senior day program room 1 – seating capacity 40 people - $32.00 per hour, including HST
• Charles Street room – seating capacity 40 people - $32.00 per hour, including HST
• multipurpose room A – seating capacity 30 people - $32.00 per hour, including HST
• multipurpose room B – seating capacity 30 people - $32.00 per hour, including HST
• multipurpose rooms A and B – seating capacity 80 people - $53.21 per hour, including HST
• upstairs kitchen (cooking) – capacity 6 people - $34.06 per hour, including HST
• preschool room – seating capacity 25 people - $32.00 per hour, including HST
• youth room – seating capacity 30 people - $32.00 per hour, including HST

Note that when booked after business hours a three- hour minimum rental is required and additional staff charges will apply.

Depending on the nature of your event other rental costs can include:

• music licensing fees
• insurance
• licensing
• staffing

If you're interested in booking this facility or getting a more detailed quote, please complete the inquiry form to tell us more about your event. Staff will confirm the details of your event with you before finalizing the booking.