PROGRAMS AT THE EAST ELGIN COMMUNITY COMPLEX
PUBLIC SKATE ‐ RECREATIONAL SKATING ON SUNDAYS (WINTER). EXTRA ICE TIME DURING P.A. DAYS AND HOLIDAYS.
TINY TOTS – TIME FOR PARENTS TO BRING THEIR PRE‐SCHOOLERS (5 AND UNDER) OUT TO LEARN HOW TO SKATE DURING DROP‐ IN SKATING TIME. NO COST! (NO STICKS, PUCKS OR FACILITY CHAIRS WILL BE ALLOWED ON THE ICE SURFACE DURING THIS TIME.)
ADULT SKATE – TIME FOR ADULTS TO COME AND ENJOY RECREATIONAL DROP‐IN SKATING. (NO STICKS, PUCKS OR FACILITY CHAIRS WILL BE ALLOWED ON THE ICE SURFACE DURING THIS TIME.)
SHINNY – SCHEDULED PICK‐UP HOCKEY. RECOMMEND CSA APPROVED HELMET, FULL FACE MASK, GLOVES, NECK PROTECTOR AND STICK.
MINI SHINNY ‐ A UNIQUE COMBINATION OF THE CURRENT TINY TOTS AND SHINNY HOCKEY PROGRAMS, MINI SHINNY IS AN OPPORTUNITY FOR PARENTS TO BRING THEIR PRESCHOOL AGE CHILDREN (5 AND UNDER) OUT TO PLAY HOCKEY IN AN UNSTRUCTURED ENVIRONMENT. RECOMMEND CSA APPROVED HELMET, FULL FACE MASK, GLOVES, NECK PROTECTOR AND STICK.
25+ SHINNY – PICK‐UP HOCKEY SCHEDULED FOR INDIVIDUALS 25 YEARS OF AGE AND OVER. RECOMMEND CSA APPROVED HELMET, FULL FACE MASK, GLOVES, NECK PROTECTOR AND STICK.
FIGURE SKATING ‐ ICE TIME SCHEDULED FOR FIGURE SKATING PRACTICE TO SUPPLEMENT SKATE CANADA CLUB PROGRAMS. ICE IS NOT SANCTIONED BY SKATE CANADA.
FAMILY SKATE – TIME FOR FAMILIES TO COME OUT AND ENJOY SKATING TOGETHER ON THE LAST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH. SIMILAR TO PUBLIC SKATING.
SHUFFLEBOARD ‐ OUR MOST POPULAR SENIORS PROGRAM TO DATE. A GAME IN WHICH DISKS ARE SLID WITH A PRONGED CUE ALONG A SMOOTH LEVEL SURFACE TOWARD ONE OF TWO USUALLY TRIANGULAR TARGETS PAINTED ON THE SURFACE AND DIVIDED INTO NUMBERED SCORING AREAS.
INDOOR WALKING ‐ A SIMPLE WAY TO EXERCISE WITHOUT WORRYING ABOUT OUTDOOR HAZARDS. WALKERS LAP THE IMPERIAL HALL AT WHATEVER PACE OR SPEED AND WHATEVER DISTANCE THEY CHOOSE.
DAY CAMP ‐ SUPERVISED PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN 6 TO 12. INCLUDES CRAFTS, GAMES, ACTIVITIES AND PUBLIC SKATING. SCHEDULED DURING HOLIDAYS, SUMMER AND ON SCHOOL P.A. DAYS. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
SPEED SKATING – A PROGRAM MEANT TO DEVELOP BASIC SKATING SKILLS WITH A SPEED SKATING CONTEXT. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
SENIORS DAY OUT – A DAY FOR SENIORS TO GET OUT AND ENJOY RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES, GUEST SPEAKERS, FITNESS AND LUNCH. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
HORSESHOES – JOIN THE EAST ELGIN HORSESHOE CLUB. YOUTH AND ADULT NIGHTS. NEW PLAYERS ALWAYS WELCOME!
EQUIPMENT RENTALS AVAILABLE ‐ SKATES $2 ● HELMETS $1
SUMMER 2013 ICE RENTALS (April 1 to August 31) ‐ Only $116.71 (includes taxes)
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON EECC PROGRAMS AND ICE RENTALS Visit: www.eastelgincommunitycomplex.ca Email: tklachan@eastelgincommunitycomplex.ca Call: (519) 773‐5631 531 Talbot Street West, Aylmer, Ontario N5H 2T9
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Members of the Active Elgin Coalition are pleased to present the 2013 Active Elgin Sport, Recreation, and Leisure Guide. This information is also available at www.activeelgin.ca.
Subsidies for Children & Youth 5 Aquatics • Recreational Swimming 7 Aquatics • Water Sports 8-9 Arts & Crafts 10-11 Baseball 11-12 Basketball 13 Bowling 14 Camps 15-17 Cooking 18 Curling 19 Dance 19-20 Fitness 21-24 Football 25 Gardening 25 Golf 26-27 Gymnastics 27 Hockey 28-30 Horseback Riding 30 Infant Programming 31 Leadership 36 Leisure Pursuits 37-40 Martial Arts/Self Defense 40-41 Multi-Sports 42 Music 43-44 Other Sports 44 Outdoor Recreation 45-47 Pilates 47 Racquet Sports 48 Reading 48-49 Ringette 50 Running 51 Shooting/Archery 51 Skating 52-53 Skating • Public Skating 54 Soccer 55 Specialty Programs 56-57 Track & Field 58 Volleyball 58 Walking/Hiking 59-60 Yoga/Tai Chi 61-62 Frequently Asked Questions 62
The Active Elgin Coalition is committed to building healthy communities in St. Thomas and Elgin County. Being physically active and spending less time being sedentary has health benefits for all age groups. Whether it is joining a sports team, taking dance lessons or being creative with an art class, Active Elgin can help you find an activity that interests you and your family. Many people don’t know how much or what type of activity they need to stay healthy. The Canadian Physical Activity guidelines give the minimum amount of physical activity needed for health benefits and the Sedentary Behaviour guidelines give the maximum time that should be spent being inactive. For information on how much activity you and your family need for health benefits, see pages 34-35 and visit www.csep.ca. Now is the time to get up and get moving! We encourage you to read this guide and discover the many great organizations, programs, and services that are offered right here in Elgin-St. Thomas. We would like to hear from you! The Active Elgin Coalition would like to know how effective the Active Elgin website and guide has been in helping you and your family find sports, leisure and recreation activities available in Elgin-St. Thomas. When you fill out the on-line survey fluidsurveys.com/s/activeelgin/, you will be entered into a draw for a seasonal pass to one of the three Conservation Authorities: Catfish Creek Conservation Authority, Kettle Creek Conservation Authority or Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority. For trails and recreational activities provided at each area of the Conservation Authorities, see the Elgin-St. Thomas Cycling and Hiking Trail Map. Please complete the survey today for your chance to win. Your input in the online survey is invaluable.
COALITION MEMBERS
West Elgin
Community Health Centre
PHOTO CREDITS
Top left cover image ©istockphoto.com/monkeybusinessimages. All other photos that appear in the 2013 Active Elgin Guide are by Mark Girdauskas of ThePhotoGuys.ca, used with permission. This guide is for information purposes only. The information included in this guide was obtained from the businesses, organizations and program providers names herein and the accuracy of the said information has not been independently verified by Active Elgin or by Elgin St. Thomas Public Health. For confirmation of the information contained herein or for any additional information on a program, please contact the business, organizations and/or program provider directly. The guide was produced by Active Elgin and by Elgin St. Thomas Public Health to provide local businesses and organizations with the opportunity to advertise their services and facilities to you. Neither Active Elgin nor Elgin St. Thomas Public Health warrants or endorses the programs, services or facilities offered by the businesses, organizations and/or program providers set forth herein, and assume no responsibility regarding the identified accessibility of services and facilities.
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BE ACTIVE! Before, During & After Pregnancy Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines recommend adults accumulate at least 150 minutes a week of physical activity, in bouts of 10 minutes or more. Elgin St. Thomas Public Health can help you meet your physical activity needs! • Pedometer
Loaning • Prenatal Workout DVDs • Active Elgin Guides • Health Information
Contact Elgin St. Thomas Public Health 519-631-9900 or 1-800-922-0096 www.elginhealth.on.ca
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SUBSIDIES FOR CHILDREN & YOUTH ARTS & CRAFTS FEDERAL CHILDREN’S FITNESS TAX CREDIT The government of Canada has a fitness tax credit for parents of children enrolled in qualifying physical activities. Parents may claim up to $500 per child under the age of 16, or, if the child qualifies for the disability tax credit, under 18 years. Eligible programs must be ongoing (once a week for a minimum of eight weeks, or a five consecutive days of a summer camp), supervised, and suitable for children. Programs should also include a significant amount of physical activity, contributing to the strengthening of cardio-respiratory endurance, as well as at least one of the following: muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, or balance.
CANADIAN TIRE JUMPSTART Canadian Tire Jumpstart is a national charitable program that helps kids 4 to 18 years of age in financial need participate in organized sports and recreation such as basketball, hockey, karate, dance, and more. If you would like to apply for your child to receive support please visit www.activeelgin.ca and click on Registration Subsidies or contact the Canadian Tire Jumpstart call centre at 1-877-616-6600. Information required to complete the application form includes: proof of income (T4 from last tax year or a current bank statement), name and contact information (including email address) of sport organization, and total cost of registration.
Keep your receipts when enrolling your children in eligible activities.
Applications for winter/spring programs begin January 15, 2013 and summer/fall programs begin July 3, 2013.
For more information visit:
Criteria for Funding:
www.cra-arc.gc.ca/fitness/
ONTARIO CHILDREN’S ACTIVITY TAX CREDIT The Ontario Children’s Activity Tax Credit lets you claim up to $500 in eligible expenses and get up to $50 back for each child, or up to $100 for a child with a disability. Keep your receipts. You’ll need them to claim this credit when you fill out your income tax return. Physical activities that are eligible for the Federal Children’s Fitness Tax Credit will automatically be eligible for the Ontario Children’s Activity Tax Credit. For more information visit:
news.ontario.ca/mof/en/2010/09/ontariochildrens-activity-tax-credit.html
KIDSPORT KidSport is a national charitable program that helps children and youth in financial need participate in organized sport. Grants range from $50 to $250 and go towards registration and or equipment costs. To read the KidSport grant guidelines and fill out the application form visit:
www.kidsport.on.ca
• Children between 4 to 18 years of age; • Funding can be used to cover registration fees and equipment costs; • Maximum support provided per child in any one submission period is $300, with the opportunity to fund the same child for successive seasons; • Maximum of one activity per child per submission period; • Funding is available for all children within a low-income family; • 100% of the monies goes to the direct benefit of the child (no funds are to be used to pay for administration or for any other use); • Participation must be in an organized sport or recreational activity; • Sport or recreation activity must include physical activity; • Funding goes to support an individual’s participation in an activity (not to support teams or groups or to create an inventory of equipment); • Funding should be for a sustained program that is either a minimum of five weeks duration with a minimum of one session per week or, in the case of sport camps, five consecutive days. Note: Reimbursements for program and equipment costs already paid by, or on behalf of, the family shall not be granted. For residents living in St. Thomas: Contact Katie Payler, YMCA St. Thomas-Elgin, at 519-631-2418 ext. 226 For residents living in East Elgin: Contact the East Elgin Community Complex at 519-773-5631
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ACTIVE ELGIN DAY
ACCESSIBLE FACILITIES
Plan to attend Active Elgin Day on Saturday, September 28, 2013.
The “Thumbs Up” program recognizes businesses and services within the community that have consistently made an effort to make themselves accessible, safe, and user friendly for individuals with mobility problems.
For one day only organizations across Elgin County will open their doors and offer residents and visitors of all ages and abilities a chance to try various sport, leisure and recreational activities for free or at a discounted rate! Come and experience the fun of being active, learning something new and finding an activity that fits you or your families’ healthy lifestyle. Please visit www.activeelgin.ca during September to find a calendar of events that highlight the various organizations and activities involved in Active Elgin Day 2013.
Facilities that meet the “Thumbs Up” criteria are indicated in the Active Elgin guide by the following symbol: ô. For more information, visit the Thumbs Up St. Thomas website, www.thumbsupstthomas.com, or call 519-633-6919.
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Building a Healthier West Elgin
West Elgin
For your family, your neighbours and you. Mission: The West Elgin Community Health Centre team works with our communities and our partners to provide accessible, high quality health care, health promotion and community support services. Vision: We envision caring and vibrant communities where people achieve and maintain the highest possible level of well-being. Values: • Person-Centred & Community-Centred • Service Excellence • Teamwork • Leadership • Accountability • Respect Centre Hours: Mon, Wed, Fri 8:30am-5pm Tues & Thurs 8:30am-9pm Contact Us: 153 Main Street West Lorne, Ontario N0L 2P0 Ph. (519) 768-1715 Fax (519) 768-2548 info@wechc.on.ca www.wechc.on.ca
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Community Health Centre
For residents of our community, the West Elgin Community Health Centre is a trusted friend for getting and staying well, as well as for supporting you through a time of illness or disability. Our team of health care professionals work together to provide medical care as well as a broad range of community programs that touch people in all stages of life. In everything we do, we consider the factors in our clients’ and program participants’ lives that make a difference to their health and well-being: shelter, education, food security, income, safety, peace and justice, and the surrounding environment. We work hard to ensure that issues like language, literacy, poverty and geography don’t get in the way of great health care. We also understand that wellness includes the opportunity and ability to take part in your health care. We encourage all of our clients and program participants to take responsibility for their own lives and to be active partners in all health care decisions. Individuals and families interested in receiving care from a physician or nurse practitioner must first complete an application form. From there, names are added to the waiting list. When a physician and nurse practitioner have room in their practice for new clients, you will be called for an intake interview. At this interview you will discuss your health care needs and we will tell you about what we have to offer. Even if you do not receive care from our physicians or nurse practitioners, you can participate in some of our other programs and services. Visit our website for more information or call and speak to one of our team members. Some of Our Programs and Services: For all ages: • Physician and Nurse Practitioner Medical Services • Family and Individual Counseling • Nutritional Services • Chiropody Services • Diabetes Education & Support (18+)
Early Years: • Family Life, Education and Support from pre-natal to age 6 Seniors Services: • Meals on Wheels • Transportation
Every One Matters. www.activeelgin.ca
AQUATICS - RECREATIONAL SWIMMING Dutton/Dunwich Parks and Recreation
D utton/Dunwich Community Centre, 1 Scotland St, Dutton Katie Ambrose, 519-762-3209
A dult Swim Adults, Seniors 8:30-9:30pm Tues and Thurs, Jul and Aug. Prices and times are subject to change. Call for details. Cost: $3/swim Public Swimming, Family Swim A ll Ages, Family
Afternoons and evenings, Jul and Aug. Prices and times are subject to change. Call for details. Cost: Contact for details
Talbot Trail Physiotherapy Talbot Trail Physiotherapy, 189 Elm St, St. Thomas ô
Chris Streib, 519-637-7171, ext.1, www.talbottrailphysiotherapy.ca
C alm Waters Adults, Seniors All aquatics programs take place in our soothing 95º saltwater pool. This is an ideal workout for individuals looking to improve muscular endurance, strength, flexibility, joint mobility, and aerobic capacity. Great for people with fibromyalgia, arthritis, or stroke patients. Mon 8:30am and 1pm, Wed 1pm, Fri 8:30am and 1pm. Cost: $60/mo for two 45 min classes/wk Rapid Effects A dults, Seniors
Port Burwell Provincial Park
All aquatics programs take place in our soothing 95º saltwater pool. Rapid Effects provides a more challenging cardio-muscular workout that is gentle on the joints, while achieving a high calorie burn. Mon and Fri 1:45pm. Cost: $60/mo for two 45 min classes/wk
S wimming All Ages The park features a beautiful 2km long beach, perfect for swimming in Lake Erie or just taking a stroll. Cost: Park entrance fee
West Elgin Pool West Elgin Pool, 259 Ridout St, Rodney ô
P ort Burwell Provincial Park, 9 Wilson Lane, Port Burwell ô 519-874-4691, www.ontarioparks.com/ENGLISH/portb.html
St. Thomas Parks and Recreation Department Jaycees Pool, 93 Inkerman St, St. Thomas Allie Boddy, 519-633-7112, www.city.st-thomas.on.ca
P ublic Swimming All Ages, Family Pool opens Jun until the end of Aug. Memberships also available. Not only is there a 25-metre pool, but there is also an awesome diving tank featuring low and high boards. Cost: Weekdays, weeknights, and weekend rates for children, adults and families; call for details
St. Thomas-Elgin Family YMCA St. Thomas-Elgin Family YMCA, 20 High St, St. Thomas ô Katie Payler, 519-631-2418, www.ymcawo.ca/sty.html
A dult Swim Adults, Seniors Enjoy the congenial atmosphere of the pool with the company of other adults. Participants must be 16 years of age or older to have access at this time. Cost: Members free; non-members $12/adult, $6/senior, $7/student
Shelley Smith, 519-785-2164
F ri Night Teen Swim Teens Fri 8:30-9:30pm. Cost: $2/person Pool Rentals A ll Ages
Add $15 for each additional guard required depending on number of swimmers. Cost: $55+HST
Public Swimming A ll Ages, Family
Afternoons daily 1:30-3:30pm; evenings daily 6:30-8:30pm; family swims weekends 3:30-4:30pm. Cost: $2/person, $5/family for open swims; monthly family or single passes also available
YWCA St. Thomas-Elgin Aylmer Public Pool, 25 Centre St, Aylmer
Front Desk, 519-631-9800, www.ywcastthomaselgin.org
S ummer Public Swimming All Ages, Family Cost: $2.50/child, $4/adult, $8/family; season passes $60/child, $85/adult, $120/family
Family and Recreational Swim A ll Ages, Family
A swim time for all family members to attend. Children under the age of 9 must be accompanied by an adult (age 14+) within arms reach in the pool. Cost: Members free; non-members $12/adult, $6/senior or child, $20/family, $7/youth
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Aylmer Optimist Arrows Ontario Police College, 10716 Hacienda Rd, Aylmer ô
St. Thomas Power & Sail Squadron St Joseph’s Catholic High School, 100 Bill Martyn Pkwy, St. Thomas
S wim Team Children, Teens Season is Sept-May. Sat 10am-noon, Wed 5:30-7pm. Includes one swim meet/month and a bathing suit. Invitational meets as well. Cost: $450
B oating Education in the Classroom Adults, Family, Seniors, Teens Learn how to be a better boater in a classroom setting. Everything from 3-4 night seminars to 14-week courses. Work towards Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC), Maritime Radio Certificate or expand your knowledge of navigation and seamanship by taking other courses. Look for registration information in Oct on our website. Cost: Varies; contact for details
Isabel McNeese, 519-773-8249, www.swimontario.com
Baldwin Backyard Pool St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital, 189 Elm St, St. Thomas Joy Dawdy, 519-633-6403
R ed Cross Swimming Lessons (Semi Private) All Ages Ages 4 months and up. Over 30 years of experience. Cost: Contact for details
Dutton/Dunwich Parks and Recreation
D utton/Dunwich Community Centre, 1 Scotland St, Dutton Katie Ambrose, 519-762-3209
S wimming Lessons, Private Lessons, Adult Lessons Adults, Children, Teens Watch for registration in Jun. Classes cap at 6 and will fill up. Come early for best chance. Call for availability of private lessons. Adult instruction available upon request. Cost: Contact for details
St. Thomas Jumbo Jets Swim Team Inc.
S t. Thomas-Elgin Family YMCA, 20 High St, St. Thomas ô Mike Williams, 519-633-1135 or 519-631-2418, www.stjj.ca
C ompetitive Swim Team C hildren, Teens Must be able to swim one length of pool unassisted. Practices are Tues, Wed, Thurs morning 6:15-7:45am; Sat morning 7:15-8:45am, when we are not at a swim meet; Tues evening 4-5:30pm; Wed evening 6-7:30pm and Fri evening 5:30-7pm. Regular membership (must be a YMCA member at any level). Cost: $460/under 10 yrs, $480/11-15 yrs, $500/16+ yrs
St. Thomas Parks and Recreation Department Jaycees Pool, 93 Inkerman St, St. Thomas Allie Boddy, 519-633-7112, www.city.st-thomas.on.ca
A quatic Certification and Leadership Teens Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross. Two-week courses and exam. Manual extra. Cost: Approx $90 (subject to change)
K Connor, 519-637-2628 (BOAT), www.cps-ecp.ca/stthomas
St. Thomas Special Olympics St. Thomas-Elgin Family YMCA, 20 High St, St. Thomas ô Noreen Lanning, 519-782-3621, www.osoinc.com
S wimming Adults, Children, Teens Mon 6:45pm/7:45pm, Sept-May. Cost: $3/practice
St. Thomas-Elgin Family YMCA St. Thomas-Elgin Family YMCA, 20 High St, St. Thomas ô Katie Payler, 519-631-2418, www.ymcawo.ca/sty.html
A qua Prime Tyme A dults, Seniors A gentle water class for those with arthritis, fibromyalgia or mobility concerns. Cost: Members free; non-members $12/adult, $6/senior Infant, Toddler Swimming Lessons U nder 5
A fun, instructor-led program that introduces your child to the water through songs and games. Parents help their child learn new skills such as submersion, floating, and kicking. Limit one child per adult. Cost: Contact for details
Leadership and Certification Programs (Bronze Levels, First Aid & CPR C) Adults, Teens Advanced lifesaving courses. Cost: Visit website for details
Masters Swim C hildren
A competitive swim program for members interested in training with others. Workouts include interval training and drills as well as stroke correction. This course is designed for those who are too young to take their Bronze Star/Bronze Cross but still need to keep up their swimming skills. Cost: Visit website for details
Swimming Lessons C hildren, Teens
Pool is open Jun-Aug. Lifesaving Society and Canadian Red Cross Lessons with excellent and eager instructors. Each lesson session is 2 weeks long. Cost: Varies; contact for details
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AQUATICS - WATER SPORTS West Elgin Pool West Elgin Pool, 259 Ridout St, Rodney ô
YWCA St. Thomas-Elgin Front Desk, 519-631-9800, www.ywcastthomaselgin.org
A dult Aquafit Classes Adults Mornings Mon-Fri 8-9am; evenings Mon-Thurs 8:30-9:30pm. Cost: $3/class, or buy a Frequent User Card, $25/10 visits
A quafit Adults, Seniors, Teens Terrace Lodge, 475 Talbot St East, Aylmer ô Classes available Sept-Jun. Register at Aylmer Community Services, 25 Centre St, Aylmer. Interactive, supportive, for all fitness levels. Cost: $60/12 classes, $100/24 classes (punch card) or $5/class
Shelley Smith, 519-785-2164
Red Cross Swimming Lessons C hildren, Teens, Under 5
Morning and evening lessons available. Cost: $50/2-wk session, $80/10 private 1-on-1 30 min sessions
Swim Team C hildren, Teens
Twice weekly one-hour practices to improve swim strokes and endurance. Participate in local swim meet for ribbons, medals and team trophies. Cost: $40/season
Swim Team C hildren, Teens
Practice held Tues and Thurs from 3:30-4:30pm plus swim meets. Cost: $35
Aquatic Leadership Courses (Bronze Levels) T eens
Ontario Police College, 10716 Hacienda Rd, Aylmer ô Fall, winter and spring 9-week sessions offered at Ontario Police College and Terrace Lodge pools. Summer sessions at Aylmer Town Pool. Cost: $105 plus required book
Fall, Winter and Spring Swimming Lessons C hildren, Teens, Under 5
Terrace Lodge, 475 Talbot St East, Aylmer ô Red Cross Swim Kids levels 1 to 10, Preschool Swim, and Baby and Me. Bronze Medallion and Bronze Cross available. Cost: $60/9 wks
Summer Swimming Lessons C hildren, Teens, Under 5
Aylmer Public Pool, 25 Centre St, Aylmer Red Cross Swim Kids levels 1-10; Red Cross Swim Preschool; Baby and Me. Two week daily sessions offered during the day and evening. Diving lessons $56/session; Aquatots $45; private lessons $16/lesson. Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross and Bronze Star available all summer. Swim Patrol $60. Cost: $54-60/session
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Dutton/Dunwich Seniors Centre
Romantic Designs Artist Studio
D utton/Dunwich Senior’s Centre, 185 Main St, Dutton Louie Lackey, 519-762-2364
omantic Designs Artist Studio, 120 Wellington St, St. Thomas R Daniel and Sharon Brassard, 519-860-6851, www.romanticdesigns.ca
Q uilting Group Seniors Mon afternoons from 1-4pm. Cost: Initial membership $5, suggested donation $1/activity
C hristmas Stained Glass Window (in Plexiglass) Adults, Teens Using Plexiglass and glass stains, students will create their own stained glass Christmas window, just in time for Christmas. Sat Dec 7, 2013, 1-4pm. All supplies included in class fee. Cost: Contact for details
Elgin County Library Eileen De Jager, 519-866-3584, www.library.elgin-county.on.ca A dult Craft Nights Adults Bayham Public Library, 9366 Plank Rd, Straffordville John Kenneth Galbraith Reference Library, 136 Shackleton St, Dutton Old Town Hall Library, 38 John St South, Aylmer Port Stanley Public Library, 302 Bridge St, Port Stanley, 519-782-4241 Shedden Public Library, 9557 Union Rd, Shedden Springfield Public Library, 12105 Whittaker Rd, Springfield ô Try out different crafts and activities with a group of your friends. Port Stanley: Card Making, 1st or 2nd Mon at 10am. Shedden: Card Making, 1st or 2nd Tues at 6pm. Port Stanley and Shedden: Knitting Club, contact the library for more information and to register. Straffordville: monthly programs, contact the library for more info. Cost: Material costs Teen Craft Nights T eens
John Kenneth Galbraith Reference Library, 136 Shackleton St, Dutton Old Town Hall Library, 38 John St South, Aylmer Lots of fun-filled and exciting activities and crafts for teens. Call your library or check our website for more details.. Cost: Material costs
Elgin County Museum Elgin County Museum, 450 Sunset Dr, St. Thomas, 519-631-1460 ô Georgia Sifton, 519-631-1460, www.elgin-county.on.ca
M emories in Wool Rug Hooking Club Adults, Seniors Meets 2x/month to work on projects, trade ideas, and socialize. Access to a library of craft books, as well as a cutting machine. Geared towards those with some experience. Cost: $30/yr
Miss Yvonne’s Art Classes Yvonne’s Art Studio, 79 Flora St, St. Thomas, 519-631-7100 C hildren’s Art Classes Children, Under 5 Cost: $10-20/class
Port Burwell Provincial Park
P ort Burwell Provincial Park, 9 Wilson Lane, Port Burwell ô 519-874-4691, www.ontarioparks.com/ENGLISH/portb.html
K ids Crafts Children Call for information about upcoming programs. Cost: Park entrance fee
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Felting Classes A dults, Seniors, Teens
An introduction to wool and felting needles. Students will be walked through the basics of felting and creating soft sculptures in wool, finishing class with an adorable little sculpture of your own. The Easter Bunny, Wed Apr 3, 2013, 6:30-9:30pm; Felting from the Farm, Sat Nov 9, 2013, 9am-noon. All supplies included in class fee. Cost: Contact for details
Open Studio Thursdays A dults, Seniors, Teens
An opportunity for newbies and seasoned artists to come together and work on their current projects at the Romantic Designs Artist Studio with sculptor Sharon Brassard. These afternoons are not classes but an environment of learning through exchange of ideas as you work on your project. Thurs 1-4pm. Cost: FREE
Pencil & Ink Classes A dults, Seniors, Teens
Students will create a range of work from photo-realism to total abstraction and everything else in between. Beginners plus. The Lighthouse (1), Apr 17, 6:30-9:30pm; The Lighthouse (2), Apr 24, 6:309:30pm; Portrait Drawing-The Child, May 4, 9-5pm; Celtic Knotwork, May 29, 2013, 6:30-9:30pm; Movie Star Portraits, Oct 26, 9am-5pm. Cost: Contact for details
POWERTEX Outdoor Sculpture Classes A dults, Seniors, Teens
Learn to use Powertex and fabric to transform a base armature into a unique outdoor garden sculpture. You will love these Sat (9am-5pm) workshops! The Mermaid, Jan 26; The Bride, Feb 23; The Faerie, Mar 23; Garden Lady, Apr 27; The Child, May 25; The Bride, Jun 15; Garden Lady, Aug 31; Geisha, Oct 5; The Angel, Nov 23. Cost: Contact for details
Watercolour Classes A dults, Seniors, Teens
Students will learn how to produce a beautiful watercolour painting in just one evening, using basic and simple techniques that produce an amazing result. The Winter Farm, Jan 16, 6:30-9:30pm; The Celtic Cross, Sept 14, 9am-5pm; Autumn Barn, Oct 9, 6:30-9:30pm; Christmas Cards, Nov 13, 6:30-9:30pm. All supplies included in class fee. Cost: Contact for details
Sparta Community Society Sparta Community Hall, RR#1, Sparta Sally Martyn, 519-775-2292
S parta Stitchers Adults Come join our stitchers. We quilt, knit, crotchet, embroider, tat, etc. and have a good time visiting from 1-4pm every Tues. Learn a new skill or teach others a new skill. Cost: $5/session
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ARTS & CRAFTS St. Thomas Parks and Recreation Department Allie Boddy, 519-633-7112, www.city.st-thomas.on.ca A rt Attack Children St. Thomas-Elgin Memorial Community Centre, 80 Wilson Ave, St. Thomas ô Let your imagination soar and creativity shine through weekly themed craft projects. Kids will be spending time making their own craft to take home each week. Crafters will also be making a big team craft and adding to it every week for a final project. Ages 3-12. Wed nights, 6:45-7:45pm. Cost: $52 Cartooning/Sketching/Drawing Children
St. Thomas Timken Community Centre, 2 Third Ave, St. Thomas ô This class allows participants to be creative. Learn picture composition, fitting all the pieces together and how to draw your favourite characters. Each week kids will build on previous week’s drawings. A sketch book and drawing utensils will be provided for each child to use, keep and take home! Ages 7-12. Saturdays starting Oct 13. Cost: $45
St. Thomas Seniors’ Centre St. Thomas Seniors’ Centre, 225 Chestnut St, St. Thomas Angela Davis or Angela Ostojic, 519-633-2850
A rt Class (Young @ Art) Seniors Join instructor George Bishop for Art Class. This class is for everyone from beginners to experts. Tues 9-11am. Cost: Membership $215/yr, $150/6 mos; $6 daily pass Busy Bee Quilters S eniors
Enjoy an afternoon of chit chat and quilting Tues & Wed, noon3:30pm. Over 40 programs available and all included with a membership. Room rentals are available. Cost: Membership $215/yr, $150/6 mos; $6 daily pass
Crafters Seniors
This group gets together for an afternoon of crafting and make many wonderful projects at the Centre. No skill is necessary as the instructors will teach you. Thurs 1-3:30pm. All programs are included in the membership fee. Cost: Membership $215/yr, $150/6 mos; $6 daily pass
Knitting and Crochet S eniors
Come out for an afternoon of knitting. Fri 1-3:30pm. There over 40 programs which are all included in the membership fee. Room rentals are available. Cost: Membership $215/yr, $150/6 mos; $6 daily pass
BASEBALL Aylmer Minor Baseball Aylmer Optimist Park, Aylmer Lorraine Broer, 519-765-1019
Dutton/Dunwich Minor Baseball
V arious Locations Tracy Hooghiem, 519-762-0798
H ouse League and Travel Teams Children, Teens Ages 3+. Youngest age group is blast ball which is only Sat mornings. After that most divisions have the option of playing travel house league which is played in a London league with a travel time of 30 minutes maximum and less competitive. You could also try out for the competitive teams which play in Southern Counties. Cost: $50-150
Glanworth Recreation Association Inc. Glanworth Ball Diamond, Bradish Rd (S of Glanworth Dr), Glanworth
Baseball School West Elgin Secondary School, 139 Graham St, West Lorne
B lastball, 4-Pitch and Fastball Children, Teens, Under 5 Cost: $50-110
Don Martin, 519-425-0800, www.winterbaseballschool.com
T -Ball, 4-Pitch and Atom to Midget Children, Teens, Under 5 Ages 4-18. Watch for registration Feb-May. Season May-Aug. Cost: Contact for details
Cheryl Aarts, 519-652-0591, www.glanworthminorball.ca
W inter and Spring Baseball Schools Children, Teens Ages 8-18. Bring baseball gloves and non-scuffing running shoes. Program runs from Nov-Mar. Cost: $300 (winter), $150/16-wk session (spring)
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BASEBALL Port Stanley Pirates Selbourne Park, Warren St & Colborne St, Port Stanley Jim Ford, 519-633-6558
F astball Adults Tues nights at 8pm during summer months. Call for more info. Cost: FREE
Port Stanley Seniors Softball Club
S elbourne Park, Warren St & Colborne St, Port Stanley Paul Caldwell, 519-782-3189
S eniors Softball Club Seniors Triple header games every Wed morning, beginning at 9:30am, May-Sept. Wooden bat league. Ages 50 and over. Cost: $60
South Elgin Minor Ball League
V arious Locations Donna Limon, 519-631-9455
4 -Pitch, Atom and Squirt Children Shedden, Union, Port Stanley, Sparta and Talbotville. Cost: Approx $40, depending on club
Sparta Community Society Sparta Ballpark, Sparta Line, Sparta Sally Martyn, 519-775-2292
St. Thomas Minor Baseball Association
V arious Locations Diane Wakefield, 519-633-9794, www.stthomasminorbaseball.com Minor Baseball, House League (T-ball to Junior) &
Competitive Travel Teams C hildren, Teens
Ages 4-21. Travel costs are not included. Watch for registration in Jan. St. Thomas baseball diamonds. Cost: Membership from approx $70/ages 4 & 5 to $160/age 21
St. Thomas Special Olympics Lions Park, Hughes St, St. Thomas
Noreen Lanning, 519-782-3621, www.osoinc.com
S oftball and T-Ball Adults, Children, Teens Softball Fri 6/7:30pm, May-Aug; T-Ball Fri 6/7pm, May-Aug; Juniors Thurs 6/7pm, May-Aug. Cost: Softball $3/practice, Tball $3/practice
St. Thomas Tomcats Baseball Various Locations
Diane Wakefield, 519-633-9794, www.eteamz.com/tomcat
T ravel Team Adults. Ages 19-21.
St. Thomas Women’s Slo Pitch Doug Tarry Complex, St. Thomas ô Tammy Walker, 519-631-3078
T -Ball, 4-Pitch, Atom and Squirt Children Registration is in Mar; season is May-Jul. Cost: $40
W omen’s Slo Pitch Adults Cost can be off-set by sponsors (dependent on how each team divides the cost up). Ages 16+. Cost: $1,100/team
Springfield Minor Baseball Springfield Baseball Diamonds, Springfield
Talbotville Minor Ball Talbotville Optimist Park, Talbotville-Gore Rd, Southwold
T -Ball, 4 Pitch and Slo-Pitch Children, Under 5 This is House League only. We have T-Ball up to and including adult slow pitch. House league and travel available. Cost: $30
S oftball Children Ages 4-12. End of May-Jul. Talbotville Minor Ball, part of the South Elgin Minor Ball League, offers non-competitive T-ball, 4-Pitch, Atom and Squirt softball. Home and away games with teams from Shedden, Union, Sparta, Springfield and Port Stanley. Players may join whichever team they choose (no geographical requirements). Cost: $40+ registration fee
Tammy Ross, 519-773-9615
St. Thomas Men’s Christian Slo-Pitch League Springfield Baseball Diamonds, Springfield Ron White, 519-281-6951
S lo Pitch Adults, Seniors, Teens Family atmosphere. Players try to uphold Christ-like values in action and attitudes, enjoying friendship and fellowship, while playing competitively. May-Aug. Individuals wishing to join a team or teams wishing to join the league may contact year round. Open to all! Teams from St. Thomas and Aylmer. Cost: $800/team
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Janice Fisher, 519-633-2522, www.talbotvilleminorsports.com
Union Sports Club Union Sports Club, 6068 Bell St, Union Vicky Snowsell, 519-631-3840
B aseball Children, Teens, Under 5 Registration in Mar, season starts in May and runs into early Aug. Cost: Contact for details Ladies League A dults. Ladies league on Fri nights. Cost: Contact for details
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BASKETBALL Adult Basketball West Elgin Secondary School, 139 Graham St, West Lorne
St. Thomas Shock Basketball Club
Pete Jocius or Ron Wilkins, 519-785-0487 or 519-768-2530
V arious Locations Rhonda Dawdy, 519-637-0095, www.shockbasketball.com
A dult Basketball Adults Mon nights in the fall and winter season. Bring running shoes. Basketballs are provided. For adults of all ages to practise their basketball skills and get exercise. Cost: $50/person/season
C ompetitive Program Children Competitive travelling basketball program for grades 3-12 (boys and girls). Program runs from Dec-Apr. Cost: Approx $400/child
East Elgin Youth Basketball East Elgin Secondary School, 362 Talbot St, Aylmer ô
Grades 3-8 can participate in an 8-week basketball development clinic that includes instruction and games. All skill levels can participate. Cost: $85/child (family rates available)
Albert Vanvlaanderen, 519-773-2376
B asketball Clinic/OBA Rep Teams Children, Teens This is a clinic for boys and girls ages 7-13. Clinic runs from last week of Sept and there are 8 nights. Each athlete receives a leather indoor/outdoor ball and club t-shirt . Clinic is 1.5 hours/night with focus on skills and game development. Rep Teams depend on demand. Cost: $75
St. Thomas Parks and Recreation Department St. Thomas Timken Community Centre, 2 Third Ave, St. Thomas ô Allie Boddy, 519-633-7112, www.city.st-thomas.on.ca
B asketball Children This program will provide participants with the basic rules of the game. It will teach participants the basic skills of dribbling, passing and shooting. Each week will include a scrimmage along with a small instructional warm-up. Ages 3-4/5-8/9-12. Tues 6-6:30pm/6:35-7:20pm/7:25-8:25pm. Cost: $26
House league C hildren
St. Thomas Special Olympics St Joseph’s Catholic High School, 100 Bill Martyn Pkwy, St. Thomas Noreen Lanning, 519-782-3621, www.osoinc.com
B asketball Adults, Children, Teens Wed 6:30/7:30pm, Dec-Feb. Cost: $3/practice
St. Thomas-Elgin Family YMCA St. Thomas-Elgin Family YMCA, 20 High St, St. Thomas ô Katie Payler, 519-631-2418, www.ymcawo.ca/sty.html
R ecreational Basketball Children Ages 5-12. Develop sportsmanship through drills, pick up games and lots of fun! Cost: Visit website for details
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BOWLING Aylmer Lawn Bowling Aylmer Lawn Bowling Club, 69 Centre St, Aylmer, 519-765-1515 Jeanette Pesall, 519-773-5005
L awn Bowling All Ages, Family Bowl Mon, Wed, and Fri nights starting at 6:45pm. May through Sept. Cost: $50 for new members
Cy’s Bowling Lanes and Lounge
C y’s Bowling Lanes, 486 Talbot St East, Aylmer Steve Kelly, 519-773-8072, www.cysmatters.ca
A ylmer Youth Bowling Congress Children, Teens Children and youth bowling, individual and mixed team. Wheelchair accessible. Sat mornings. Cost: $20 registration; $9/juniors and seniors, $7/bantams
Rodney Area Sr. Shuffle Boarders & Carpet Bowlers odney Recreation Centre, 135 Queen St, Rodney R
Adam Hrabinski, 519-785-2184, sites.google.com/site/shufflebowls
C arpet Bowling and Shuffleboard Seniors Rodney Shufflers and ‘Carpet Bowlers.’ New members are invited to play shuffleboard or to carpet bowl on Mon and Thurs mornings. Hours of play are 9:30 to 11:30am, Oct through Jun. Cost: $25/yr, $3/per game
St. Thomas Seniors’ Centre St. Thomas Seniors’ Centre, 225 Chestnut St, St. Thomas Angela Davis or Angela Ostojic, 519-633-2850
Bowling Lanes A ll Ages, Family
C arpet Bowling Seniors Come out for a fun afternoon of carpet bowling. No bowling shoes or skills necessary. Tues 9:30am-11:30am and Thurs 1:30pm3:30pm. Over 40 programs included with a membership at the St. Thomas Senior Centre. Cost: Membership $215/yr, $150/6 mos; $6 daily pass
Park ‘n Bowl Park ’n Bowl, 1016 Talbot St, St. Thomas
St. Thomas Special Olympics Noreen Lanning, 519-782-3621, www.osoinc.com
B owling Alley Family, Seniors Leagues play 7 days a week. Call for more information. Cost: $4/game; $2/child, $2.25/adult shoe rental
B occe All Ages Forest Park Public School, 295 Forest Ave, St. Thomas Thurs from 7-8pm. Sept-May recreational and competitive indoor Bocce for those 8 years and older. Cost: $3
Various ages, dates, times, etc. Phone for complete details. Wheelchair accessible. Cost: Varies; contact for details
Gloria Baxter, 519-633-0150
Youth Bowling Leagues C hildren, Teens
Ages 3+. Tournaments throughout season. Season runs from SeptApr. 13 coaches including 9 teaching masters. Cost: $7/2 games/ages 3-5, $9/3 games/ages 6-19; $15 registration fee
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One Year Membership: $215 plus HST Early Bird Special: $197.75 (incl. HST, paid before Jan 15, 2013)
Bowling Adults, Children, Teens
Park ’n Bowl, 1016 Talbot St, St. Thomas Sun 2/3:30pm, Sept to Apr. Cost: $3.25/game, plus $1/shoes
West Lorne Lawn Bowling Club
W est Lorne Lawn Bowling Club, Graham St, West Lorne Rose Daniel, 519-768-0445
L awn Bowling All Ages, Family Two free sessions. Dress casual and wear flat sole shoes. Bowls are available. Lawn bowling is 2 nights/week. This is a great way for families to play together in a fun environment. Lawn Bowling is located in West Lorne. Contact for more information. Cost: Membership $75/person/season, plus $2/night
519-633-2850
225 Chestnut Street, St. Thomas
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CAMPS Dance Pointe Studio Dance Pointe, 112 Curtis Ave, St. Thomas
HSE Stables HSE Stables, 44135 Sparta Line, St. Thomas, 519-633-1054
P A Day and March Break Camps Children Why send the kids to the sitters when they could have a day or week of total fitness and dance training. We offer one of the most exciting programs around. Cost: $35/PA day, $165/March Break
D ay Camp Children, Teens Weekly day camp. Horseback riding lessons, horse games and theory lessons. Camp is from 9am-3pm. Cost: $226 incl HST
Lee & Amber Mattox, 519-207-1715, www.studiodancepointe.com
Summer Dance Camp C hildren
A solid week of intense dance training and body conditioning. Students will be instructed in Acro, Jazz, Ballet, Hip Hop and even Musical Theatre. At the conclusion of each day we end the camp with a fun activity. Ages 6 to 11. Cost: $165
Dutton Co-operative Child Care Centre
D utton Co-op Child Care Centre, 174 Chestnut St/3 Lions Rd, Dutton Pam Wardell, 519-762-2399, www.duttonchildcare.ca
S ummer Camp Children Children 6-12. Includes swimming 3 times/week, games and activities, am & pm snacks plus a hot lunch. Field trips are an additional fee. Centre is open from 7am-6pm Mon-Fri. Closed on Jul 1 and the Civic holiday in Aug. Cost: $29.50/day, field trips are additional
Julie Claus, 519-633-1054, www.hsestables.com
Jabez Therapy Ranch Jabez Therapy Ranch, 53793 Vienna Line, RR#1, Port Burwell Nancy Row, 519-874-1168
H orsemanship Camp All Ages An opportunity to bond, learn and create a trust with a horse. Weekend camp. Cost: Contact for details
...every child deserves a week at camp
East Elgin Community Complex
E ast Elgin Community Complex, 531 Talbot St West, Aylmer ô Theresa Klachan, 519-773-5631, www.eastelgincommunitycomplex.ca
Y outh Day Camp Children Ages 6-12. Crafts, games, activities, and sports. Public skating included on regular public skating days. 8am-5pm. Registration required. Cost: $20/participant/day
Faith Baptist Church Faith Baptist Church, 345 Fairview Ave, St. Thomas, 519-633-0976 ô Lisa McIntosh, 519-633-0976, www.path2faith.com
D rama Camp Children Separate camps for grades 3-6, and grades 6-8. Signing, acting and lots of fun. Cost: Contact for details Sports Camp C hildren
Kids in elementary school are welcome to join us for a full day of fun and activities. A variety of sports are offered. Cost: Contact for details
PEARCE WILLIAMS CHRISTIAN CENTRE
SUMMER CAMP
At Pearce Williams Christian Centre Summer Camp our aim is to provide the best summer camp experience for your child - in a non-competitive, caring way, allowing your child to discover the world around them, while promoting success, self-confidence and self-esteem in a safe, secure and stimulating environment, while living and growing within our Christian community. “Fantastic energy & enthusiasm at camp! You genuinely care about what you do & the kids who look up to you.”
Vacation Bible Camp Children, Under 5
Ages 3-8 (must be toilet trained). Camp is a full day camp. Cost: Contact for details
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“The memories of camp will stay with her forever. Memories are priceless. You guys do & have done a great job!”
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CAMPS Lower Thames Valley Cons. Authority
St. Thomas Legion Track and Field Club
E .M. Warwick C. A., 26135 Warwick Line, West Elgin, 519-354-7310 Community Relations Coordinator, 519-264-2420, www.ltvca.ca
P arkside Collegiate Institute, 241 Sunset Dr, St. Thomas ô Harry Stantsos, 519-649-4329, www.stl-trackandfield.ca
G roup Camp All Ages The E.M. Warwick Conservation Area is a 14 ha property. Four cabins and a main hall with picnic tables, serviced washroom with showers and a kitchen. Group camping. Nature trails to unsupervised beach. Contact us for reservations and fees for camping. Winter use. On Lake Erie north shore. Cost: Contact for details or visit website
S ummer Camp Children, Teens Ages 11+. This is a developmental program specifically geared towards the younger athletes in our community. Our objective is to familiarize each athlete with the basic fundamentals of track and field in a fun and motivating environment. The emphasis of our camp will be on the personal growth of each individual. Cost: $200/child
Pearce Williams Christian Centre
St. Thomas Strength Athletics St. Thomas Strength Athletics, 1258 Talbot St, St. Thomas
P earce Williams United Church Christian Centre, 8009 Iona Rd, Fingal Joe Richards, 519-764-2317, www.pearcewilliams.org
C ounselor In Training Program Teens Gain skills in leadership, problem solving, child care, teambuilding and conflict resolution. One week in training and then 2 weeks in cabin placement. Cost: $115-450/wk Summer Camp, Wilderness Camp C hildren
Campers will participate in many traditional camp programs (arts & crafts, swimming, ecology) and many new and innovative camp programs as well (geocaching, cup stacking, rocketry). Cost: $230-400/wk
St. Thomas Parks AND Recreation Dept.
A llie Boddy, 519-633-7112, www.city.st-thomas.on.ca
C hristmas Break Day Camp Children St. Thomas Timken Community Centre, 2 Third Ave, St. Thomas ô It’s that time of year again to start planning for your holidays. Take time for yourself while the kids have a blast at Christmas Camp. Tons of activities such as the Winter Olympics, skating, fort building, crafts, baking, and so much more. Ages 4-12 yrs. Jan 2-4, 2013. Cost: $75 PA Day Camps C hildren
Pinafore Park, Elm St, St. Thomas St. Thomas Timken Community Centre, 2 Third Ave, St. Thomas ô St. Thomas-Elgin Memorial Community Centre, 80 Wilson Ave, St. Thomas ô We will be providing full day programming for kids who are off from school. The days may include time outdoors, playing in the snow, sports, baking, crafts, special guests, skating, dancing, and much more. It even includes a special pizza lunch! Sign up soon as space is limited. Ages 4-12 yrs. Jan 18, Apr 19 and Jun 7. Cost: $30
Summer Day Camp C hildren
Pinafore Park, Elm St, St. Thomas St. Thomas Timken Community Centre, 2 Third Ave, St. Thomas ô Come join us this summer in our Summer Day Camp Program. Camp runs for 9 weeks from Jul-Aug, 8:30am-4:30pm (extended care available). Participants can register for individual weeks, or the entire summer. Variety of camps, multi-posts camp, dance camp, nature camp, photography camp and much more. Call for details. Cost: $110 (subject to change)
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aniel Pare, NCCP, CSO, CSPS, CSTS, 519-633-0771 D www.stthomasstrengthathletics.com
Y outh Strength and Conditioning Camp Children, Teens Youth Strength and Conditioning Camp every Jul. Ages 10-13. For athletes, non athletes, males and females. Cost: Visit website for details
St. Thomas-Elgin Family YMCA St. Thomas-Elgin Family YMCA, 20 High St, St. Thomas ô Katie Payler, 519-631-2418, www.ymcawo.ca/sty.html
P D Day Camp, Christmas Camp Children Held during PD Days and Christmas vacation. Preschool Camp, Variety Camp, Specialty Camps C hildren, Teens, Under 5
Children will enjoy participating in games, crafts, swimming and much more. Theme days and trips. Children must be toilet trained. We are proud to offer a variety of specialty camps such as a sports camp, art camp, environmental camp and many more!
St. Thomas-Elgin Gymnastics Club Inc.
S t. Thomas-Elgin Gymnastics Club Inc., 24 Alexandria Ave, St. Thomas Mark & Kerri Masseo, 519-631-4660, www.stthomasgc.com Daycamps: PA Daycamps, Spring Break Day Camp,
Summer Day Camp C hildren, Teens, Under 5
Ages 3-16. Prices are subject to change. PA Day Camps, March Break Camp, Summer Daycamps. Camps include gymnastics fun, arts, crafts, pizza day Friday and swim outings during summer. Camps at the Jaycees Pool. Cost: Contact for details
Step Above Dance And Music Studios
S tep Above Dance and Music Studios, 795 Talbot St, Unit 4 Upper Level, St. Thomas, 519-207-STEP Jacqueline Reichenbach, 519-207-STEP, www.stepabovedance.ca
S ummer Dance and Music Camp Children Summer dance and music camp offered in Jul and Aug. Includes many different dance forms, music and crafts. Ages 4+. Cost: $90+/wk
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CAMPS Tyrconnell Heritage Society - Backus-Page House John E. Pearce Provincial Park, 29424 Lakeview Line, Dutton/Dunwich Angela Bobier, 519-762-3072, www.backuspagehouse.ca
A dventure Day Camp Children Ages 6-10. 9am-5pm. Cost: Approx $100/child
Shelley Smith, 519-785-2164
C amp Children, Under 5 Theme weeks, daily swimming, games, crafts, activities. Runs for 8 weeks, Jul-Aug, Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm. Can pay for extended care from 8am-4:30pm. Contact for more information. Cost: $80/wk
YWCA St. Thomas-Elgin Front Desk, 519-631-9800, www.ywcastthomaselgin.org
Union Sports Club Union Sports Club, 6068 Bell St, Union
P A Day, March Break and Winter Break Camps Children, Under 5 YWCA St. Thomas-Elgin, 16 Mary St West, St. Thomas Working through the holidays? Want to keep the kids busy on PA Days? Send them to camp! Children participate in games, recreation, crafts, dramatic arts and self directed play with High Five certified staff. Cost: $28/PA Day, $130/March Break, $130/Winter Break
Vicky Snowsell, 519-631-3840
D ay Camp Children Jul and Aug, part-time and full-time weeks. Cost: Contact for details March Break Program Children
March Break program: games, crafts, movies and fun! Runs 5 days, 9am-4pm. Call for info. Cost: $25/day, includes lunch and snacks
PD Day Program C hildren, Under 5
West Elgin Summer Day Camp West Elgin Recreation Centre, 135 Queens Line, Rodney, 519-785-2164
Ages 4-12. Games, crafts, sports and movies. Runs every PD Day, 9am-4pm. Cost: $25/day, includes lunch and snacks
Summer Adventure Camp C hildren
Aylmer Baptist Church, 153 John St South, Aylmer YWCA St. Thomas-Elgin, 16 Mary St West, St. Thomas Encourage your child to grow and engage this summer! Adventure Camp is a fun, recreational program for school aged children. Activities include: games, sports, crafts, outings, swimming, day trips, drama and music, lead by enthusiastic and engaging High Five certified staff. Subsidies available. Cost: $130/wk, $109/holiday wk
CITY OF ST. THOMAS PARKS & RECREATION
SUMMER DAY CAMPS July 2, 2013 - August 30, 2013 Ages 4-12 Years • 8:30am-4:00pm (early drop off & late pick-up available)
$125/week
Each week will contain a variety of activities: Sports, Nature, Fishing, Crafts, Games, Dance, Swimming, Splashpad and so much more!
Contact Parks & Recreation
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COOKING Heritage Line Herbs Heritage Line Herbs, 53443 Heritage Line, RR#1, Aylmer ô
YWCA St. Thomas-Elgin YWCA St. Thomas-Elgin, 16 Mary St West, St. Thomas
Deb Benner, 519-866-5577, www.heritagelineherbs.com
C ooking All Ages Cooking classes held throughout the year. Put together a first-class meal, all brought to life with our fresh and dried herbs. Samples, recipes and tips. Pre-registration required. See website for dates. Cost: $25
F ront Desk, 519-631-9800, www.ywcastthomaselgin.org ids Creative Cuisine K Children Cooking club for children ages 8-12 yrs. 6 week sessions held in the fall, winter and spring during the evenings. Children learn to safely prepare healthy meals, create their own cookbook and taste new and interesting foods! Cost: $45/session
St. Thomas Parks and Recreation Department St. Thomas-Elgin Memorial Community Centre, 80 Wilson Ave, St. Thomas ô Allie Boddy, 519-633-7112, www.city.st-thomas.on.ca
K ids in the Kitchen Children This program is a great opportunity for participants to learn how to cook while having fun. Teaching kids independent, healthy snack ideas, by preparing and tasting their own treats, snacks and baked goods. Kids will also be creating class cook books to take home. Ages 3-12. Wed, 5:30-6:30pm. Cost: $52
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CURLING St. Thomas Special Olympics St. Thomas Curling Club, 38 Parkside Dr, St. Thomas Noreen Lanning, 519-782-3621, www.osoinc.com
C urling Adults, Children, Teens Sun 4:30-6pm, starts mid Oct. Cost: $3/practice
DANCE Celtic Dance Various Locations
Elgin Ballroom Dance Club Royal Canadian Legion Lord Elgin Br No 41, 24 John St, St. Thomas
H ighland, Irish and Step Dancing A ll Ages All levels are welcome to this fun dance class that combines Highland, Irish and Step Dancing. Wear appropriate clothing for exercise and clean socks. Private lessons also available. Cost: $10/half-hr lesson (under 6 yrs), $15/1-hour lesson
B allroom Dance Lessons Adults Thurs night classes. 7-8:15pm (intermediate); 8:30-9:30pm (beginner). Must have own dancing partner. Cost: $125/couple/12 wk session
Joanne Gallaway, 519-762-6793
Dance Pointe Studio Dance Pointe, 112 Curtis Ave, St. Thomas
Lee & Amber Mattox, 519-207-1715, www.studiodancepointe.com
Hilary Vaughan, 519-631-0909
Errington-Graham Dance Studios
T rinity Parish Hall Liliane Graham, 519-672-0450
C ompetitive Dance Children, Teens, Under 5 Competitive Dance is an intense dance training program designed to bring out the best that you can be. Performance Level Competitive, ages 5-18. Intensive Competition level ranges from 5-18 years of age. A professional dancing career is within your reach. Cost: Contact for details
B allet, Tap and Jazz Adults, Children, Teens Ages 3+. Registration begins mid-Aug, class begins in Sept. Sat from 9am-6pm. Cost: $100+/term
Dance Classes C hildren, Family, Teens, Under 5
Expressions Dance Arts Expressions Dance Arts Inc., 40 Alma St, St. Thomas, 519-631-9087
Acro, Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Musical Theatre, Modern, Pointe, and Lyrical. New aerial circus programs: Silks/Lyra/Spanish Web/Trapeze. Call or see website for days and times. Some types have age requirements. Cost: Contact for details
Summer Classes C hildren, Teens
Jazz Technique, Acro/Tumbling & Body Conditioning, Turning Technique and Ballet for recreational, performance and competitive/ professional level students. New circus aerial silks training. Cost: Contact for details
Dutton/Dunwich Parks and Recreation D utton/Dunwich Community Centre, 1 Scotland St, Dutton Katie Ambrose, 519-762-3209
D ance/Ballet All Ages Barb Trudell dance instructor. Cost: Contact for details
Elizabeth Morgan, 519-631-9087, www.expressionsdancearts.com Dance, Cheerleading and Fitness-Recreational,
Competitive & Professional A ll Ages
Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Irish, Modern, Acrobatics, Cheerleading, Pointe, Lyrical, Musical Theatre, Ballroom, birthday parties, wedding choreography, specialty workshops, professional team opportunities. Membership cost varies depending on the program. Numerous discounts and payments available. Boys dance free with sibling registration. Cost: Per-class, package and family discounts available
Summer Classes, Summer Camps A ll Ages
Join us for an inspiring summer program! Weekly classes, as well as Junior Dance Camp and Senior Intensive, offered! Excellent rates and experienced teaching. Cost: Contact for details
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DANCE Michael Murphy Dance Lessons Various Locations
St. Thomas Seniors’ Centre St. Thomas Seniors’ Centre, 225 Chestnut St, St. Thomas
B allroom and Latin Dance Lessons A dults Michael has been giving dance lessons in St. Thomas and Elgin County since 2009. Dances covered include Waltz, Foxtrot, Swing, Cha Cha, Rumba, Salsa and more. Group lessons held weekly. Contact for dates and locations. Cost: $90/person/8 wks
B allroom Dancing Seniors Ballroom dancing Wed evenings 7-8:30pm. Cost: Membership $215/yr, $150/6 mos; $6 daily pass
Michael Murphy, 519-983-6290
St. Thomas Parks and Recreation Department St. Thomas-Elgin Memorial Community Centre, 80 Wilson Ave, St. Thomas ô Allie Boddy, 519-633-7112, www.city.st-thomas.on.ca
B allet Beginner/Advanced Children This program introduces children to ballet training. The dancers will explore the movement and skill of ballet progressively from week to week. Children will host a family and friends dance recital at the end of the program to show off their new skills. Ages 3-4/5-6. Thurs 6:30-7pm, Sat 9:30-10am. Cost: $26 Hip Hop C hildren
This program introduces children to Hip Hop. The dancers will explore the movement and skill of Hip Hop progressively from week to week. Children will host a family and friends dance recital at the end of the program to show off their new skills. Ages 5-6/7-9. Sat 10:30-11am/11-11:30am. Cost: $26
Intro to Dance Children
This introduction program encourages the child’s love for movement, and strives to develop self awareness, self confidence and coordination. This class includes jazz, ballet, and free style. Ages 2 1/2-3 years. Thurs 5-5:30pm. Cost: $26
Jazz Beginner and Advanced C hildren
This program introduces children to jazz training. The dancers will explore the movement and skill of jazz progressively from week to week. Children will host a family and friends dance recital at the end of the program to show off their new skills. Ages 3-4/5-6. Thurs 7-7:30pm, Sat 10-10:30am. Cost: $26
Angela Davis or Angela Ostojic, 519-633-2850
Line Dancing, Twilite Cloggers, Belly Dancing S eniors
Line dancing Mon 11:30am-12:30pm, Tues 11:15am-12:15pm, Wed 11:45am-12:45pm, Thur 11am-12pm, Fri 11:15am-12:15pm. Stepping out Cloggers Mon 10am-11:15am & Thur 1-2:30pm. Beginners Clogging Thurs 12:45-3:30pm. Cost: Membership $215/yr, $150/6 mos; $6 daily pass
St. Thomas-Elgin Family YMCA St. Thomas-Elgin Family YMCA, 20 High St, St. Thomas ô Katie Payler, 519-631-2418, www.ymcawo.ca/sty.html
B allet Children, Under 5 Ages 3-7 years. Have fun while learning basic ballet steps and routines. Cost: Visit website for details Creative Dance C hildren
6 to 12 years and 12 to 17 years. Create fun routines and learn a variety of modern dance styles. Cost: Visit website for details
St. Thomas-Elgin Gymnastics Club Inc.
S t. Thomas-Elgin Gymnastics Club Inc., 24 Alexandria Ave, St. Thomas, 519-631-4660 Mark & Kerri Masseo, 519-631-4660, www.stthomasgc.com
Tumbling for Acro Dance, Cheer, Gymnastics and
Trampoline classes C hildren, Teens
Ages 7+. We offer Acro & Cheer Tumbling classes along with Trampoline classes for boys & girls. Prices and class/date times are subject to change. Cost: Contact for details
Step Above Dance And Music Studios
S tep Above Dance and Music Studios, 795 Talbot St, Unit 4 Upper Level, St. Thomas, 519-207-STEP Jacqueline Reichenbach, 519-207-STEP, www.stepabovedance.ca
B allet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Tap, Musical Theatre All Ages Ages 3+. Royal Academy of Dance syllabus, registered teachers, exams offered. Sept-May dance season. Music lessons offered too! Exceptional dance facility located across from Giant Tiger. Cost: $300+/yr
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FITNESS Active Abundance June Rose Callwood School, 84 Edward St, St. Thomas
Curves - St. Thomas Curves - St. Thomas, 53 Princess Ave, St. Thomas, 519-631-8408
M artial Arts Fitness Adults, Children General fitness class with martial arts atmosphere of discipline & movements for children over 7 & adults. Sufficient explanation of exercises & techniques for each component (warm-up, cardio, strength training, cool down, reflection). Variety of activities stimulate emotional and physical participation, prevent boredom and promote development. Cost: $10 incl HST/90 min fitness class; first class free
F itness & Weight Loss Adults, Seniors, Teens Bring clean, indoor running shoes and comfortable clothes. For women only. Includes circuit, strength and cardio and flexibility training, personal coach, weight management program. $99 for members, $199 for non-members. No contract required. Cost: Membership $44/mo, includes all training and weight measures
Elizabeth Windover, 519-851-9460, activeabundance.weebly.com
Bodies By Paton Bodies By Paton, 170 Wellington St, St. Thomas, 519-637-8727 Scott Paton, 226-678-0393
E xercise Adults, Teens Prices vary for each program and membership. Personal training is available. Offers personalized nutrition and exercise programs (at an extra cost). Cost: Contact for details
Bootcamp The Belmont HUB, 14090 Belmont Rd, Belmont, 519-644-2320 Daniella Bozzo, 519-631-6724
B ootcamp Adults, Teens For 16-75 year olds. Mon/Wed/Fri from 5:30-6:30am. All fitness levels are encouraged to participate in a cross-fit bootcamp style of class. Bring water bottle and towel. Cost: $10/class
Dutton/Dunwich Parks and Recreation
K atie Ambrose, 519-762-3209
VON Seniors Exercise Program Seniors Dutton/Dunwich Community Centre, 1 Scotland St, Dutton Every Tues from 11am-12pm. Cost: $2/session Walking Program A ll Ages
Dutton/Dunwich Community Centre, 1 Scotland St, Dutton Mon-Fri weekly, holidays excluded, 9am-10:30am. Cost: 50 cents
Yoga Adults
South Dunwich Hall, 29593 Talbot Rd, Wallacetown, 519-762-5727 Beginner to advanced yoga for all levels of fitness. Every Tues from 7-8:30pm. Instructor is Shelley Wilkinson. Contact 519-670-7435 for more infromation. Cost: $7/class
Valerie Marchand, 519-631-8408, www.curves.com
Zumba Adults
Zumba is exercise in disguise! Sat mornings at 10am. Cost: Non-members $10, members $3
Elgin County Library John Kenneth Galbraith Reference Library, 136 Shackleton St, Dutton
Port Stanley Public School, 350 Carlow Rd, Port Stanley, 519-782-3983 Shedden Public Library, 9557 Union Rd, Shedden Eileen De Jager, 519-866-3584, www.library.elgin-county.on.ca
W ii at the Library All Ages Dutton: Wii drop-in available on most PD days and Sat. Port Stanley Public Library: Wii is available during open hours. Shedden Public Library: Wii is available during open hours. All other branches: call the library or check our website for more details on special events. Cost: FREE
Expressions Dance Arts Expressions Dance Arts Inc., 40 Alma St, St. Thomas, 519-631-9087
Elizabeth Morgan, 519-631-9087, www.expressionsdancearts.com
F amily Sports-Fitness All Ages Programs for all ages and levels. Packages available for families to stay fit, express yourself through movement, and have fun. Dance, Zumba, cheer, fitness, body conditioning, special events & more. Cost: Contact for details Fitness, Adult Programs and Coaching A ll Ages
Fitness programs, boot camps, adult classes and conditioning coaching for athletes and dancers/cheerleaders. Available for all ages, customized to your needs. Cost: Contact for details
Fanshawe College - St. Thomas/Elgin Campus Fanshawe College - St. Thomas/Elgin Campus, 120 Bill Martyn Pkwy, St. Thomas, 519-633-2030 么 Debra Burgess, 519-633-2030, www.fanshawec.ca/stthomas
C ontinuing Education Classes Family Visit website for details about a wide variety of programs and classes: including Pilates, Natural Healing, Social Networking and others. Classes offered vary from semester to semester. Cost: Contact for details
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FITNESS Fitness to the Max Fitness to the Max, 30 Talbot St East, Aylmer, 519-765-3777
HomeWork Fitness HomeWork Fitness Studio, 30 Aldborough Ave, St. Thomas
B oot Camp All Ages Small group training including core strength and cardiovascular components, meal planning, food journaling, body statistics and measurements. Cost: $249/6 wks/18 sessions
O ne on One Personal Training Adults, Seniors, Teens Fitness in your home or my studio. Personal training services for individuals or groups. Cost: Contact for details
Yoga All Ages
Iron Master Iron Masters Gym, 25 John St South, Aylmer, 519-773-7422
Stefanie Thompson, 519-765-3777, www.fitnesstothemax.ca
Call for current schedule or check our website. Cost: Varies; contact for details
Ann Freele, 519-719-9521, www.homeworkfitness.webs.com
Vito Lerullo, 519-773-7422
Goodlife Fitness - 24 Hour Co-ed Club
F itness Adults, Teens Strength training, cardio and weights available. There is also personal training available. All ages accepted. Cost: $60 one time fee, $35/mo
B oot Camp Adults, Seniors, Teens Boot Camp is a functional and motivating workout done in small groups. Includes certified instructor. Cost: $199+HST/12 sessions/6 wks
Jenny McBain Fitness McBain Fitness Studio, 43738 Talbot Line, RR#3, St. Thomas,
G oodlife Fitness - 24 Hour Co-ed Club, 417 Wellington St, St. Thomas ô Adam Glazer, 519-631-1501, www.goodlifefitness.com
Fitness Classes, Gym Adults
Included in membership. 32 classes/week. Cost: Contact for details
Goodlife Fitness - Superstore Women’s Club Real Canadian Superstore, 2nd Floor, 1063 Talbot St, St. Thomas ô Ann Walsh, 519-633-3700, www.goodlifefitness.com
F itness Classes, Gym Adults, Seniors, Teens Women’s only location. Included in membership: all exercise equipment and Group Exercise classes, BodyStep, BodyPump, New Body, BodyFlow (mix of pilates, tai chi and yoga), ZUMBA (dance) and Yoga. Small group training including boot camp available (for additional cost). Cost: $16/biwkly
HealthKick Fitness HealthKick Fitness, 168 Main St, West Lorne Shaun and Dianne Dowling, 519-768-1319
F itness Club Adults Treadmills, ellipticals, recumbent bikes, hydraulic resistance circuit, free weights, universal weights station. Cost: Contact for details
519-633-4616 Jenny McBain, 519-495-7162
B oot Camp and Private Training Facility All Ages 6 week program for men and women. There are both morning and evening programs available. Also offering spin classes, and one-onone private training. Cost: Contact for details
Kick Butt Kamp & Serenity Fitness
S erenity Fitness, 298 Sunset Dr, St. Thomas, 519-207-1377 Cindy Kilmer, 519-871-5540, www.kickbuttkamp.com
F itness Classes Adults, Teens 6 week full body fitness program with classes twice a week for an hour each. Classes are fun and challenging, and include a full warm up and stretching. No equipment necessary, just a yoga mat, running shoes and your water. Come out to have a great time and an exceptional work out! Cost: $120 Personal Training A ll Ages
One-on-one training to suit your needs. Full body works outs - 1/2hour or full-hour sessions available. Come train with me and see why “fun” and “fitness” belong together without sacrificing the results! Cost: Contact for details
Port Stanley Fitness Centre The Wharf Building, 208 Main St, Port Stanley, 519-639-4928 Larry MacDonald, 519-719-7849
F itness Centre Family Full assortment of aerobic and weight training equipment. Annual memberships. Discounts for students and seniors. Cost: Membership approx $40/mo
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FITNESS Quick Fit Port Stanley Fitness Centre, 208 Main St, Port Stanley, 519-719-7849
St. Thomas-Elgin Family YMCA St. Thomas-Elgin Family YMCA, 20 High St, St. Thomas ô
3 0 Minute Workout All Ages Group circuit training with VibroGym, ViPR, Pilates Reformer and more. 3-5 clients/session. All levels, beginners to advanced. Tues/ Thurs every 30 minutes from 9am-12pm and Mon/Wed 6:30pm8pm. Classes are designed and supervised by certified Personal Trainer/Older Adult and Medical Exercise Specialist. Cost: $99.99/10 wks/20 sessions
B oot Camp Adults, Teens Ready to work hard, look and feel your best? Join our Boot Camp; a circuit consisting of cardio and weights to assist you in shaping your body! 4 week program. Cost: Contact or visit website for details
Vera Needham, 519-619-0895
St. Thomas Health Club St. Thomas Health Club, 39 Burwell Rd, St. Thomas
Traci Faith Langford, 519-633-8481, www.stthomashealthclub.ca
F it Camp All Ages We offer indoor Fit Camps for more variety and results than anyone else. Free trial. Ages 13 and up. Visit website for more info. Fitness on Request A ll Ages
Huge automatic screen with any fitness class any level anytime. Instructors recorded from the USA. Stop in and see what all the fuss is about. All Live Group classes also available; boot camps, gym included in the program. Cost: Contact for details
Fitness Programs A ll Ages
We have been the best in Elgin for over 15 years. Ask to speak with one of our fitness and health experts. Contact us today and change your life and fitness for the better! You’re worth it. Cost: Contact for details
St. Thomas Seniors’ Centre St. Thomas Seniors’ Centre, 225 Chestnut St, St. Thomas Angela Davis or Angela Ostojic, 519-633-2850
Katie Payler, 519-631-2418, www.ymcawo.ca/sty.html
Group Active A dults, Seniors, Teens
For all ages and fitness levels. The class uses choreographed step moves, barbell exercises, balance and core strength. A great total body workout. Cost: Members free; non-members $12/adult, $7/youth, $6/senior
Group Fitness A dults, Seniors, Teens
A variety of classes catering to different needs and preferences including: Zumba, Group Power, Group Active, Tae Bo, Lite & Lively, Cycling, Kettlebells, Core Conditioning, Youth Circuit Training. Call for more information and scheduling or visit our website. Cost: Contact or visit website for details
Group Power A dults, Teens
Your hour of power! This 60 minute barbell program strengthens all your major muscles in an inspiring, motivating group environment. With simple, athletic movements such as squats, lunges, presses and curls, Group Power is for all ages and fitness levels. Discover results, discover Group Power! Cost: Members free; non-members $12/adult, $7/youth
Zumba Adults, Seniors, Teens
A fusion of high energy and motivating music with unique Latin inspired moves that allow you to dance the hour away. Cost: Members free; non-members $12/adult, $7/youth, $6/senior
Cindy’s Conditioning Class, Shirley’s Senior
Sensations, Dance to the Music S eniors
Cindy’s Conditioning Class: Mon, Wed, & Fri 8:30am-9:30am (optional volunteer donation); Senior Sensations: Mon & Wed 8:50am9:50am; Dance to the Music: Tues & Thurs 8:30am-9:30am. These exercise classes are adapted for seniors to increase energy levels, improve mobility and balance and have a great time. Cost: Membership $215/yr, $150/6 mos; $6 daily pass
St. Thomas Special Olympics St. Thomas Strength Athletics, 1258 Talbot St, St. Thomas Noreen Lanning, 519-782-3621, www.osoinc.com
P ower Lifting Adults, Children, Teens Tues 4:30pm, year round. Cost: $3/practice
Visit any of our ten branches to keep your mind and body active! Program information available at www.library.elgin-county.on.ca or Phone 519.631.1460 x148
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FITNESS Triunity Fitness and Wellness Studio
A ngie Mailhot, 519-777-4673, www.triunity.ca
C orporate Fitness Consulting All Ages Corporate programs can include: fitness, stretching, nutritional information, noon hour education sessions, environment setting programs, email education campaigns, etc. Cost: Contact for details Functional Core Athletic Trainer A ll Ages
Triunity Fitness, 133 Curtis St, St. Thomas, 519-637-7778 Mission statement: Bandwidth Fitness Canada Inc./Triunity Fitness is committed and passionate about assisting health care professionals, employers, educators, sports organizations, athletes and individuals from all walks of life in attaining higher levels of fitness and improving daily mobility and function. Group training, personal training, etc. Cost: $10-60/hour
Posture Corrective Athletic Stretching A ll Ages
A posture corrective stretching program designed to correct muscular imbalances, strengthen core muscles and decrease the chances of sport related or work related injury. Cost: Contact for details
Sat Morning Youth Athletic Training T eens
St Joseph’s Catholic High School, 100 Bill Martyn Pkwy, St. Thomas The 10 sessions can be used anytime between now and Jun 2013. Great training for any sport. Learn how the body moves, improve agility, balance, flexibility, strength and power in a fun environment. Cost: $125/10 wk session
Summer Youth Conditioning Program T eens
Great summer program that uses a variety of training techniques: running, resistance bands, hurdles, phlyometrics, core stability exercises, mountain biking, speed drills, medicine ball training, hill training and more. A great way to get in shape for your sport and life! Cost: $300/24 wk session
Community Support Services Stay active in your community!
“To the world you may be one person ... but to one person you may be the world.”
Health Starts at Home. Services offered through VON assist those in the community to continue living independently in their own home. Meals on Wheels Transportation Services Visiting Programs Exercise Clinics Blood Pressure Clinics
For more information about services or volunteer opportunities please contact: VON Middlesex-Elgin - 519-637-6408 or 1-800-201-0909
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St. Thomas Strength Athletics St. Thomas Strength Athletics, 1258 Talbot St, St. Thomas aniel Pare, NCCP, CSO, CSPS, CSTS, 519-633-0771 D www.stthomasstrengthathletics.com
S trength Training Adults, Children, Teens Activities include: strength training, exercise and weight lifting. Can have as young as 8 and 9 but depends on the child’s focus for the training session and parental consent. Youth day camps also available. Call for more information. Cost: No start up fee; $39.55/mo, $111.87/3 mos, $220.35/6 mos, $389.85/yr; 1-on-1 training $39.55/hr Strength Training Class A dults, Seniors
To improve overall strength and weight-loss. Mon, Wed & Fri for 6 weeks. Cost: Contact for details
T-Zone T-Zone St. Thomas, 753 Talbot St, St. Thomas, 519-637-2111
Kathy Wolfe-Reynolds, 519-637-2111, www.TzoneStThomas.com
W hole Body Vibration Technology Adults, Seniors Short on time? Get the benefits of an hour workout in just 10 minutes. Come stand on our whole body vibration machines and shake your way to good health. Stop in for free 10 minute demo. Take the 90-Day Challenge, a healthy and nutritious complete program that will transform your body in just 90 days... guaranteed results. Free samples available. Cost: From $49/mo, discount packages available
Union Sports Club Union Sports Club, 6068 Bell St, Union Vicky Snowsell, 519-631-3840
L ow impact Circuit Training Adults Runs Tues 7-8pm; fall, winter and spring. Cost: $45/8 wk session Seniors VON Exercises S eniors
Runs Thurs mornings at 10am; fall, winter and spring. Cost: $2/session
VON Middlesex-Elgin Various Locations
Pam Buys, 519-765-2999, www.von.ca S.M.A.R.T.-Seniors Maintaining Active Roles
Together
S eniors Classes are weekday mornings, call for specific times and places. Exercise classes are tailored for older adults to improve strength, balance, and flexibility to maintain activities of daily living. Cost: $2/session
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FOOTBALL London Minor Football Association
S t Joseph’s Catholic High School, 100 Bill Martyn Pkwy, St. Thomas Brock Burgess, 519-852-4465, www.lmfafootball.ca
S t. Thomas/Elgin Tyke, Atom and PeeWee Football Children 2 teams in St. Thomas/Elgin. Boys and girls ages 7-13. Full contact football. Practices begin mid-Aug; season runs Sept-Nov; watch for registration in May. Limited availability. Call or contact lmfasignup@ gmail.com. Cost: $250, includes all equipment except shoes
GARDENING Aylmer & District Horticultural Society
I mmanuel Christian School, 75 Carverly Rd, Aylmer Stephen Douglas, 519-765-3136 www.gardenontario.org/site.php/aylmer
G ardening Adults, Seniors Meetings are held the 1st Wed of every month except Jul & Aug and include speakers, friendly competitions, plant exchanges & auctions. Field trips, garden tours and a picnic are offered. Members are entitled to discounts at local nurseries and a quarterly newsletter. Gardens are planted as part of community beautification efforts. Cost: Membership $10/yr
Belmont & Area Horticultural Society
B elmont Public Library, 14134 Belmont Rd, Belmont Sandy Strukye, 519-644-0129, www.gardenontario.org
G ardening Adults, Seniors 4th Tues of every month. Cost: Membership $10/yr
Dutton/Dunwich Horticultural Society St John’s United Church, Nancy St at Mary St, Dutton Gail Driscoll, 519-762-3315, www.gardenontario.org
G ardening All Ages, Family Meet third Mon of every month, except Jul and Aug. Maintaining the gardens of Dutton/Dunwich. Cost: Membership $10/yr
Port Stanley Volunteer Gardeners
V arious Locations Jeannette LaRocque, 519-782-4148
G ardening Seniors Port Stanley Volunteer Gardeners & Geranium Drive. Volunteers who help to beautify our village. Must commit 1-2 hrs/week, usually meet Fri mornings. Cost: FREE
Rodney & District Horticultural Society Rodney Legion Br. 525, 177 Victoria St, Rodney Mary Bodnar, 519-785-0937, www.gardenontario.org
G ardening Adults, Seniors, Teens Meet every third Tues of the month, except Jul, Aug, and Dec. Activities include speakers and outings. Cost: Membership $5/yr
St. Thomas Horticultural Society
M onsignor Morrison Catholic School, 10 S Edgeware Rd, St. Thomas Shelley MacKenzie, 519-769-2529 www.gardenontario.org/site.php/thomas
G ardening Adults, Family, Seniors Founded in 1870. Annual Plant Sale, Flower Show and Garden Tour. Public meetings feature informative speakers and interesting demonstrations. We meet on the 4th Wed at 7:30pm, Sept-Nov and Jan-May. Visit our society’s web page. Cost: Membership $12/yr
West Lorne and Community Horticultural Society West Lorne Community Complex, 160 Main St, West Lorne ô Susan Lilley, 519-768-2665, www.gardenontario.org
G ardening All Ages, Family Meet the 2nd Tues of each month from Mar-Dec. A great way to learn for the inexperienced and experienced gardener, through knowledgeable speakers, workshops, bus trips and carpooling trips. Door prizes, 50/50 and refreshments. Community beautification is a priority in the form of public flower beds and hanging baskets. Cost: Membership $5/person, but not mandatory
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GOLF Belmont Golf Club Belmont Golf Club, 45809 Ferguson Line, Belmont
Ggolfs Major Park Drive, 41291 Major Line, St. Thomas, 519-637-8919
G olf Adults, Seniors, Teens Cost: $32/18 holes, $22/9 holes; membership $850+HST/yr adult, $275+HST/yr junior (ages 10-15), $400+HST/yr junior (ages 16-18)
G olf Lessons and clinics All Ages Ggolfs provides private lessons, clinics. Unlimited golf lesson packages are available in May or Jun for $129/month. All lessons taught by Master Teaching Professional Grant Gulych. See website for details.
Sue Todd, 519-644-1370
Dutton Meadows Golf Club Dutton Meadows Golf Club, 28411 Thompson Line, Dutton Brian Girard, 519-762-3435, www.DuttonMeadows.com
G olf All Ages, Family Professional lessons available. Junior golf camps, Junior tournaments, women’s, men’s and senior’s leagues and offer tournaments for organizations and family gatherings. Public tee times are from dawn until dusk 7 days a week. Special discounts on green fees for different days of the week. No muscle shirts or cut off shorts. Cost: $17/9 holes/day, $25/18 holes/day
Fore Golfers Only Fore Golfers Only, 43765 Talbot Line, St. Thomas, 519-631-8617 Terry McGee, 519-631-8617, www.foregolfersonly.on.ca
D riving Range All Ages, Family Parents must accompany their children. Range is open year round. Cost: $4/sm, $7/med, $10/lg bucket golf balls Golf Lessons A dults
Lessons from CPGA Golf Professional, Jeremy Jeffery, with 12 years experience in giving golf lessons. Golf lessons are available from beginner to advanced, and affordable. A series of lessons or group lessons are also available for 2 or more people. Cost: $30/half-hour
St. Thomas Health Club St. Thomas Health Club, 39 Burwell Rd, St. Thomas
Traci Faith Langford, 519-633-8481, www.stthomashealthclub.ca
G olf All Ages Golf programs TRX, specialty Pilates and more. We have been helping golfers improve their game and avoid injuries. Take it serious or your love will end. See you soon. Cost: Contact for details
St. Thomas Special Olympics Fore Golfers Only, 43765 Talbot Line, St. Thomas, 519-631-8617 Noreen Lanning, 519-782-3621, www.osoinc.com
G olf All Ages Recreational and skill building activity. Tues 6:30-8pm, May to Aug. Cost: $3/practice
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Grant Gulych, 519-902-7980, www.ggolfs.com
Junior Golf Camp C hildren, Teens
Offered by one of the top 100 instructors in the World Golf Teachers Federation and Master Teaching Professional, Grant Gulych. Grant has been instructing for over eight years. Ages 7-14 yrs. Includes instructions, contests, prizes, and lunch on final day. Cost: $90/wk
Tarandowah Golfers Club Tarandowah Golfers Club, 15125 Putnam Rd, Avon Dave Schweyer, 519-269-9656, www.puregolf.net
G olf Course, Golf Lessons, Driving Range Adults, Seniors, Teens Standard golf attire. Golf lessons available by trained professionals. There is a full driving range on site. Ages 10+. Cost: $48/18 holes Mon-Thurs, $59/18 holes Fri-Sun; membership $1399/yr, weekday $1099/yr
The Bluffs Golf Club The Bluffs Golf Club, 35593 Lake Line, Port Stanley, 519-782-7447
Mark & Sue Trowman, 519-782-7447, www.thebluffsgolfclub.com
D riving Range All Ages Driving range open the same time as the golf club; open to the public. Cost: $5.75 bucket Family Day F amily
Every Wed kids under 16 yrs only pay $4.50 when playing with a paying adult. Maximum 2 kids/adult. Cost: $5
Golf All Ages
5-day and 7-day passes are available. Corporate and family tournaments welcome. Reservations may be made online through the website. Lessons available. Under 10 year old must be accompanied by an adult. Cost: $15-20/9 holes, $25-30/18 holes; memberships available
Junior Camp C hildren, Teens
Jul Junior camp run by club pro Grant Gulych. Cost: $100
Senior Mondays S eniors
Senior Mondays (excluding holidays): 9 holes of golf, hot dog, chips & coffee for $16; 9 holes of golf, hot dog, chips, coffee & power cart for $24. Cost: $16-24
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GOLF Talbot Trail Physiotherapy Talbot Trail Physiotherapy, 189 Elm St, St. Thomas ô
Chris Streib, 519-637-7171, ext.1, www.talbottrailphysiotherapy.ca
T itleist Performance Institute Adults, Seniors Want to feel like a golf pro, lower your score and enjoy success in the game? Our team of Titleist Performance Institute Certified Medical Professionals includes a Registered Physiotherapist, Chiropractor and Fitness Professional who provide golf-specific fitness, golf health, and golf swing biomechanics expertise from the world’s golf leaders. Cost: Contact for details
The Bluffs Golf Club is 5 km west of Port Stanley on the bluffs overlooking Lake Erie, with breathtaking views that will make your golfing experience a day to remember. 9-hole Challenging Golf Course Driving Range & Teaching Academy Practice Putting Green Licensed Clubhouse Patio & Course Corporate Outings Welcome
35593 Lake Line • 519-782-7447
Book online at www.thebluffsgolfclub.com
GYMNASTICS Dance Pointe Studio Dance Pointe, 112 Curtis Ave, St. Thomas
St. Thomas-Elgin Family YMCA St. Thomas-Elgin Family YMCA, 20 High St, St. Thomas ô
A cro-Tumbling Children, Teens, Under 5 Acro is a form of gymnastics and dance. Students work on strength, flexibility, and tumbling starting at age 3 till 18. Cost: Contact for details
R olling & Tumbling Children, Under 5 Learn the basic skills for gymnastics. Gym Joy (0-5 years), Rolling & Tumbling (5-13 years). Cost: Contact or visit website for details
Lee & Amber Mattox, 519-207-1715, www.studiodancepointe.com
Expressions Dance Arts Expressions Dance Arts Inc., 40 Alma St, St. Thomas, 519-631-9087
Elizabeth Morgan, 519-631-9087, www.expressionsdancearts.com
A cro, Tumbling and Cheer Classes All Ages Develop acrobatic, gymnastic, tumbling and cheerleading skills! Programs for all ages and all skill levels. Cost: Contact for details
St. Thomas Parks and Recreation Department St. Thomas-Elgin Memorial Community Centre, 80 Wilson Ave, St. Thomas ô Allie Boddy, 519-633-7112, www.city.st-thomas.on.ca
I ntro to Tumbling Children Come have a blast tumbling around. In this program children will have fun learning how to do somersaults, rolling, cartwheels and much more. Children will host a family and friends performance at the end of the program to show off their new skills. Ages 3-4/5-7; Thurs 5:30-6pm and 6-6:30pm, Sat 6-6:30pm. Cost: $26
Katie Payler, 519-631-2418, www.ymcawo.ca/sty.html
St. Thomas-Elgin Gymnastics Club Inc.
S t. Thomas-Elgin Gymnastics Club Inc., 24 Alexandria Ave, St. Thomas Mark & Kerri Masseo, 519-631-4660, www.stthomasgc.com
P arent and Tot Gymnastic Classes Under 5 Gym classes for toddlers ages 18 months-3 yrs accompanied by a parent or guardian. Classes are 45 min long, once/week offered at various days & times. Children are exposed to the gym and equipment while developing balance and mobility skills. Cost: Contact for details Recreational & Competitive Artistic Gymnastics, and Competitive Artistic Gymnastics Children, Teens, Under 5
Ages 18 months-18 yrs. We have both girls’ & boys’ recreational artistic gymnastics, tumbling for acro & cheer, trampoline, and parkour. Prices and class/date times are subject to change. Cost: Contact for details
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HOCKEY B.A.D. Girls Hockey Various Locations
Toni Sheils, 519-773-8197, www.badgh.com
H ouse League and Competitive Children, Teens Novice, Atom, Pee Wee, Bantam, and Midget level girls hockey. Discounts available for families with multiple players. Fundraising required. Cost: $405/7-8 yrs, $605/9-17 yrs Senior AA, BB, B A dults. Ages 18+. Cost: $605
Belmont Co-ed Broomball League
B elmont Arena & Community Centre, 14020 Belmont Rd, Belmont ô David Charter, 519-537-6586
B roomball Teens The league runs from the Tues after Thanksgiving to the end of Mar (approximately 21 weeks) then playoffs. The league has 6 co-ed teams. Time of games: 1st 9:05, 2nd 9:50, 3rd 10:35. The league is always looking for new players. Special equipment is required, sold within the league. Cost: Varies; contact for details
Belmont Minor Hockey Association B elmont Arena & Community Centre, 14020 Belmont Rd, Belmont ô Gord Helka, 519-644-0043, www.belmontminorhockey.com
H ockey League Children, Teens, Under 5 Mite, Tyke, Novice, Atom, and Pee Wee, Bantam, Midget, Juvenile. Ages 4+. Cost: Contact for details
Dutton/Dunwich Parks and Recreation
D utton/Dunwich Community Centre, 1 Scotland St, Dutton Katie Ambrose, 519-762-3209
M en’s Floor Hockey Adults Open over the winter and offered weekly (pending availability). Private rentals only. Cost: $25/hr to rent the facility Youth Floor Hockey Children
Every Mon. Ages 4-8, 6:30-7:30; ages 9-13, 7:30-8:30. Helmets are mandatory for the younger age group and must have a face mask. Cost: $2.25 drop in fee/visit
Elgin Middlesex Hockey Alliance
S t. Thomas Timken Community Centre, 2 Third Ave, St. Thomas ô Kevin Crowley, 519-476-0512, www.elginmiddlesexchiefs.com
A AA Hockey Children, Teens Ages 9-17. Recruit players from Elgin and Middlesex Counties and they play in Aylmer, St. Thomas, Strathroy, Dorchester Glencoe and London. Cost: $1900+, plus any team fees for tournaments
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East Elgin Community Complex
E ast Elgin Community Complex, 531 Talbot St West, Aylmer ô Theresa Klachan, 519-773-5631, www.eastelgincommunitycomplex.ca
2 5+ Shinny Adults Mon night 9:30-10:30pm (subject to change). Maximum 25 players. Photo ID required. Full CSA approved equipment recommended. Cost: $10/player, goalies no charge Mini Shinny F amily, Under 5
Shinny for preschool age children (5 and under) and their parent/ guardian. Wed 11am-12pm (subject to change). CSA approved equipment is strongly recommended. Cost: $2/preschooler
Shinny All Ages, Family
Tues & Fri, 3:30-5pm (subject to change). CSA approved equipment strongly recommended. Maximum 25 players. Cost: $5/player
Elgin Middlesex Minor Ball Hockey League St. Thomas Timken Community Centre, 2 Third Ave, St. Thomas ô Matt Moyes, 519-637-1375, www.emmbhl.ca
M inor Ball Hockey Children, Teens, Under 5 We have teams for children ages 4-18. No practises, just games played twice a week. This league runs from the first of May until the end of Jun. All games are played indoor so the weather is never an issue. Cost: Contact for details
Masters 45+ Hockey League St. Thomas-Elgin Memorial Community Centre, 80 Wilson Ave, St. Thomas ô David Smith, 519-633-5245
H ockey-Men’s, Thurs Nights Adults, Seniors Ages 45 and over, organization supplies team sweaters. Must bring own equipment and helmets are mandatory. There is no body contact and 2 referees/game. Games are 60 minutes long. Cost: $315/yr, includes 29 games
Port Stanley Oltimers Port Stanley Arena and Community Centre, 332 Carlow Rd, Port Stanley, 519-782-3072 ô Cindy MacIntyre, 519-207-0090
O ltimers Hockey Adults Contact for more information in Aug. Ages 35+. Cost: $50 to participate in draft; league participation cost varies
Senior Women’s Hockey Port Stanley Arena and Community Centre, 332 Carlow Rd, Port Stanley, 519-782-3072 ô Peter Hepburn, 519-631-0545
S enior Women’s Hockey Adults. Ages 17+. Cost: $300
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HOCKEY Port Stanley Seniors Hockey Club
P ort Stanley Arena and Community Centre, 332 Carlow Rd, Port Stanley, 519-782-3072 ô George Wilkinson, 519-782-4475
6 0 Plus Hockey League Seniors League plays Mon 10am-11:30am and Fri 12pm-1:30pm. Season starts Oct 1 and goes until the end of Mar. There is no age restriction for goalies and they play for free. Cost: $260
St. Thomas Minor Hockey Association
S t. Thomas Timken Community Centre, 2 Third Ave, St. Thomas ô St. Thomas-Elgin Memorial Community Centre, 80 Wilson Ave, St. Thomas ô Lisa Smith, 519-631-3607, www.stmha.net
H ouse League and Travel Teams Children, Teens Additional fees apply for competitive (travel) hockey players. They use the Memorial Arena and the Timken Centre for games and practices. Cost: $470 general registration fee plus $25 lottery fee
St. Thomas Old Timers Hockey League
S t. Thomas-Elgin Memorial Community Centre, 80 Wilson Ave, St. Thomas ô Phil Van Horne, 519-633-4464
O ld Timers Hockey Adults Ages 35+. No body contact. This is considered a social league, families welcome to socialize and watch the game together. There is a formal banquet at the end of the season. Cost: Contact for details
St. Thomas Panthers Girls Hockey Inc.
S t. Thomas-Elgin Memorial Community Centre, 80 Wilson Ave, St. Thomas ô Chris Wismer, 519-777-7801, www.stthomaspanthers.com
G irls Hockey A dults, Children, Teens, Under 5 The Panthers organization offers Rookie Fundamentals, Novice, Atom, Peewee, Bantam, Midget and Senior girls hockey from ages 4-18. Fees include $100 for fundraising that is recoverable for the families. Cost: $360/Rookie Fundamentals, $550/Novice, $735/local league, $850/competitive
St. Thomas Special Olympics Parkside Collegiate Institute, 241 Sunset Dr, St. Thomas ô Noreen Lanning, 519-782-3621, www.osoinc.com
F loor Hockey Adults, Children, Teens Fri 6:30/9, Jan-Apr. Cost: $3/practice
St. Thomas Parks and Recreation Department Allie Boddy, 519-633-7112, www.city.st-thomas.on.ca 3 on 3 Spring Hockey Children, Teens St. Thomas Timken Community Centre, 2 Third Ave, St. Thomas ô This is a 10 game recreational hockey league for kids aged 4 to 16 years that runs Apr to Jun. Call for more information. Adult Shinny C hildren
St. Thomas Timken Community Centre, 2 Third Ave, St. Thomas ô This Adult (18+) Shinny hockey drop-in program is great for people who want to get out during the day and play a little pick up hockey. At St. Thomas Timken Community Centre, Oct-Mar, Fri 12-1pm. Cost: $5 drop-in fee
Floor Hockey C hildren
St. Thomas Timken Community Centre, 2 Third Ave, St. Thomas ô This program will teach participants the basic skills of stick handling, shooting, and passing. Each week will include a scrimmage along with a small instructional warm-up. No helmet results in no play. Ages 3-4/5-8/9-12. Mon, 6-6:30pm/6:35-7:05pm/7:10-7:40pm. Cost: $26
Little Players Hockey C hildren
St. Thomas-Elgin Memorial Community Centre, 80 Wilson Ave, St. Thomas ô This program will teach participants the basic skills of stick handling, shooting, and passing on the ice. Each week will include a scrimmage along with a small instructional warm-up. No helmet results in no play. Ages 3-4/5-8. Sun 3-4pm. Cost: $75
Men’s 50+ League S eniors
St. Thomas Timken Community Centre, 2 Third Ave, St. Thomas ô No body contact hockey league for adults 50 years and over. 50game season runs from Oct-Mar. If you are not on our mailing list and are interested in playing, email mrun@city.st-thomas.on.ca. Cost: $278.88 (subject to change)
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Telephone: 519-768-1380 •Fax: 519-768-0577 E-mail: arena@westelgin.net
Ice Rentals Available September to March
Main Floor Rentals
dances • ball hockey • trade shows & more (call for details)
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HOCKEY St. Thomas Skating Club St. Thomas-Elgin Memorial Community Centre,
80 Wilson Ave, St. Thomas ô Denise Lunn, 519-637-8946, www.stthomasskatingclub.com
P ower Skating Children, Teens, Under 5 Do you want... A competitive edge? To improve speed and power or need to be faster and more powerful on your skates? To be trained by those who train the Junior B Stars? The only real competitive advantage? Speed and power? Then you need Power Skating! CanPowerSkate is an excellent complement for hockey/ ringette players. Cost: Contact for details
West Lorne Minor Hockey Association
W est Elgin Arena, 171 Graham St, West Lorne Laura Muscutt, 519-762-3758, www.westlornecomets.com
H ockey Children, Teens, Under 5 Both prices require an additional fee of $100 (off-set through fundraising). Ages 3-18. Levels from Mini-Tyke, Tyke, Novice, Atom and Peewee local leagues, Atom, Peewee, Bantam and Midget. New players must provide a copy of birth certificate. Mixed boys and girls competitive and recreational hockey as well as girls only teams. Cost: $200/yr (younger players) to $400/yr (for older players)
HORSEBACK RIDING Horseshoe J Dude Ranch Horseshoe J Dude Ranch, 32553 Erin Line, Fingal, 519-762-5402
HSE Stables HSE Stables, 44135 Sparta Line, St. Thomas, 519-633-1054
B irthday Parties Children Birthday parties for children and adults. Visit our website for more information. Hay rides, hikes, swimming (in ground pool), hourly trail riding or hand-led pony rides. Let’s get active and plan an outdoor fun filled birthday party this year. New indoor riding facility... we are now open 12 months of the year. Cost: Contact for details
L essons Adults, Children, Teens We are a mainly a Hunter Jumper facility with our focus being on Hunt Seat Equitation. Students are given the opportunity to compete in schooling shows throughout the year while riding our school horses. Students who are ready to advance beyond the schooling level can continue their equestrian education with the opportunity to advance. Cost: $32
Sue Stiles, 519-762-5402, www.duderanchontario.com
Horseback Riding Lessons A ll Ages
Hourly riding lessons. New large indoor riding facility with a heated viewing room. Filly and Colt Clubs for children ages 4-10 and Wrangler Clubs for ages 10+. Give us a call for more information or to arrange a convenient time to come and tour the ranch. Horses leased by the month. Visit our website. Cost: Contact for details
Horseback Riding Summer Camps C hildren, Teens
Horseshoe J Dude Ranch has been offering a summer horse camp experience for children ages 5-19 yrs for over 50 years. In 2013, we will be offering 6 week long camps, a family camp and 2-night camp. Our camps are limited to a maximum of 28 “dudes” per session thereby allowing for maximum personal attention. Cost: Visit website for fees and dates
Hourly Horseback Riding, Trail Riding All Ages, Family
Ages 6+. Open from May to mid-Nov. Trail riding is by reservation. Weather permitting. Group rates for all sorts of groups (business, school, birthdays, etc) are available. We also offer pony rides in the yard for the younger children. Inquire about overnight camping in our cabins. Cost: $35 incl HST and use of an equestrian riding helmet
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Julie Claus, 519-633-1054, www.hsestables.com
Jabez Therapy Ranch Jabez Therapy Ranch, 53793 Vienna Line, RR#1, Port Burwell Nancy Row, 519-874-1168
H orseback Riding Lessons All Ages, Family Horseback riding instruction in a supervised facility for therapeutic, educational and recreational benefits. Cost: Contact for details
Rusty Gaits Saddle Club Aylmer Fairgrounds, PO Box 192, Aylmer, 519-773-3445 Mary Dancey Clarke, 519-773-5752, www.rustygaits.ca
H orse Shows, Trail Rides and Educational Seminars All Ages Our club has been in continuous operation for close to 35 years. We have 5 point-award horse shows per year, organized trail rides periodically and usually a clinic on a topic relating to horse health, showing and so forth. Trader Days is held in mid-Feb and is a horsey yard sale, usually at the Eden & Area Community Centre. Cost: $15/single, $30/family
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INFANTS PROGRAMS Elgin County Library John Kenneth Galbraith Reference Library, 136 Shackleton St, Dutton Old Town Hall Library, 38 John St South, Aylmer Springfield Public Library, 12105 Whittaker Rd, Springfield ô Eileen De Jager, 519-866-3584, www.library.elgin-county.on.ca
B aby/Infant Time Under 5 Come to the library to enjoy stories, rhymes and finger plays. Aylmer Library: Mon, Tues and Thurs 10-10:30am. Dutton: Tues 10:30-11am. Springfield Public Library: Thurs 10:30-11:30am (OctMay). Port Stanley and Shedden: Infants are welcome at preschool story time programs. Straffordville: Mon 10:30-11am. Cost: FREE
Merrymount Children’s Centre
M errymount Children’s Centre, 579 Talbot St, St. Thomas, 519-637-1667 Deb Bloomfield, 519-631-5259
R ight From the Start Children, Family, Under 5 Attachment based group for parents with children 0-12 mos of age. Cost: FREE
HORSESHOE J DUDE RANCH SUMMER CAMPS • offered for 50+ years • week-long, 2-night & family camps • small camp setting allowing for lots of individual attention • every camper is assigned their own horse • many hours are spent on the beautiful trails, over rolling land and forest • large inground swimming pool We also offer horse/pony clubs, hourly trail riding, riding lessons, overnight cabins for groups, birthday parties, group/office parties, family reunions and outings for church groups and schools. INDOOR RIDING ARENA • OPEN YEAR ROUND
20km west of St. Thomas • 519-762-5402 www.duderanchontario.com
Ontario Early Years Elgin-Middlesex-London Various Locations Kim Mullings, 519-631-9496, www.familyinfo.ca
B aby Time Family, Under 5 Call for locations and times. Or visit website for our calendar of events. Come join our friendly atmosphere and together, you and your infant (ages 0-6) can meet other parents and share in parent topic discussions, singing, crafts and circle time. This is a drop-in playgroup. Cost: FREE
St. Thomas Public Library St. Thomas Public Library, 153 Curtis St, St. Thomas
Ruth Crocker, 519-631-6050, www.st-thomas.library.on.ca
B ooks and Bounces Under 5 For babies from birth to 24 months. Come into the warmth of the library to enjoy a gentle, fun-filled 20 minutes of simple stories, lap and nursery rhymes, movement and music making. Must be registered to participate. Cost: FREE
Union Sports Club Union Sports Club, 6068 Bell St, Union Vicky Snowsell, 519-631-3840
T iny Tot Program Under 5 Run by the Ontario Early Years Centre. Runs 9:30-11:30am on Fri; fall, winter and spring. Cost: FREE
• Avoid all calls - let them go to voicemail. • Avoid texting/messaging activities including sending and/or receiving. • Avoid other distractions such as eating, drinking, reading, grooming.
KNOW & OBEY THE RULES OF THE ROAD elginhealth.on.ca/DistractedDriving Adapted from: Road User Safety Awareness For Everyone in Chatham-Kent (RU SAFE CK)
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ACTIVE ELGIN 2013 The Elgin-St. Thomas Cycling & Hiking Trail Map 402
Elgin County offers an array of hiking and cycling opportunities for individuals and families alike. The new Elgin-St. Thomas Cycling & Hiking Trail Map encourages residents to walk, hike, jog, cross country ski and cycle on the beautiful trails and parks throughout Elgin and St. Thomas. The map is now available at municipal offices, the Elgin-St. Thomas Tourism office and Elgin St. Thomas Public Health.
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ACTIVE ELGIN 2013 NOW IS THE TIME TO GET UP AND GET MOVING! Be active EVERYDAY! • • • • •
LIMIT time being inactive
Walk or bike to school or work Take the stairs Play a sport Garden Play outdoors
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The Canadian Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour Guidelines recommend... Ages 0-4 Infants under a year should have: Interactive floor-based play several times a day. (tummy time, reaching for toys, rolling on the floor and crawling) Children 1-4 years of age should have: Active play several times a day, that keeps them moving and develops movement skills in both indoor and outdoor settings, for a total of at least 180 minutes. (dancing to music, skipping, and running) Energetic play for at least 60 minutes by 5 years of age.
Ages 5-17 Children and Youth should have: Daily physical activity for at least 60 minutes that makes them sweat a little and breathe harder (moderate intensity such as, bike riding and skating) to activities that make them sweat and “be out of breath” (vigorous intensity such as, running, swimming, or playing a sport). Vigorous activity at least three days a week. Muscle and bone strengthening activities at least 3 days a week. (climbing, jumping and skipping)
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ACTIVE ELGIN 2013 Ages 18 and older Adults should have: Aerobic physical activity in bouts of 10 minutes or more, for a total of at least 150 minutes a week that makes them sweat a little and breathe harder (moderate intensity, such as, a brisk walk or bike ride) to aerobic physical activity that makes them sweat and be “out of breath� (vigorous intensity such as, jogging and cross county skiing). Muscle and bone strengthening activities at least 2 days a week (heavy gardening or light weight-resistance training) Adults 65 years and older should: Do activities that improve their balance such as yoga and dance.
Start slowly and gradually increase time, frequency, and intensity of activity. Being physically active helps all age groups in prevention and maintenance of some chronic diseases. More daily physical activity provides greater health benefits. Limiting Inactivity and Screen Time means Greater Health Benefits For healthy growth and development, infants and children 0-4 years of age should spend little time being inactive and should sit for no longer than one hour at a time in a stroller or high chair. Screen time is not recommended for children under 2 years of age. For children 2-4 years of age, limit screen time to under one hour a day; less is better. Children and youth 5-17 years of age should spend limited time in (motorized) transport and sitting for long periods of time. Limit recreational screen time to no more than 2 hours a day, instead spend time outdoors.
For more information on the Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines and Sedentary Behaviour Guidelines go to www.csep.ca
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LEADERSHIP Big Brothers/Big Sisters of St. Thomas-Elgin Various Locations Barb Matthews, 519-633-3830
I n-School Mentoring C hildren School based mentoring program during the school year. Activities are with one child on school property. Volunteers spend one hour a week with one child. Cost: FREE
Elgin County Library Bayham Public Library, 9366 Plank Rd, Straffordville
Eileen De Jager, 519-866-3584, www.library.elgin-county.on.ca
T een Advisory Group (TAG) Teens Teens, have your say in what happens at your library and in your community. Share your ideas for community and library programs and ideas with your friends and peers. Every second Tues of each month, 6:30-7:30pm. Cost: FREE
St. Thomas Public Library St. Thomas Public Library, 153 Curtis St, St. Thomas
Ruth Crocker, 519-631-6050, www.st-thomas.library.on.ca
T een Advisory Board Teens The St. Thomas Public Library’s Teen Advisory Board members offer suggestions for materials to purchase and provide input about teen reading interests, recreational activities, programming, and space planning. They advocate on behalf of teens, earning volunteer hours while developing leadership and teamwork skills. Cost: FREE
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St. Thomas-Elgin Family YMCA Katie Payler, 519-631-2418, www.ymcawo.ca/sty.html YM CA Leader Corps Children, Teens The program aims to provide a sense of responsibility for the wellbeing of others and a sound foundation of formal and supervised in-service training that prepares youth for future volunteer and employment opportunities. Cost: Members free, non-members please contact or visit website for details
YWCA St. Thomas-Elgin Front Desk, 519-631-9800, www.ywcastthomaselgin.org B abysitting Course Children, Teens Belmont Public Library, 14134 Belmont Rd, Belmont This course is designed for children ages 11 and above. Teaching important child care skills, safety tips, coping with common problems, great games and ways to have fun with children while babysitting. Cost: $50 GirlSPACE Children
YWCA St. Thomas-Elgin, 16 Mary St West, St. Thomas A program for girls ages 8-12. Each week the girls will participate in a different activity with a focus on healthy lifestyles, positive body image, building leadership skills and dealing with difficult situations. Cost: $20 registration fee
Home Alone Safety C hildren
YWCA St. Thomas-Elgin, 16 Mary St West, St. Thomas A safety program for children ages 9-12. Teaching the basic skills required to be safe and secure in the home. Fall, winter, and spring sessions. Cost: $30/5 wk session
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LEISURE PURSUITS 4-H Ontario V arious Locations
Nicole Kross, 1-877-410-6748, www.4-hontario.ca
L ifeskills Clubs Children, Teens Youth ages 9-21 ‘learn to do by doing.’ Over 80 different clubs are available; topics covered change depending on interest and leaders. Life skills clubs have included photography, gardening, woodworking, crafts, sewing, scrapbooking, sports, and breakfast clubs. Call or visit website for more information.
50+ Club oyal Canadian Legion Br 81, 211 John St N, Aylmer, 519-773-5720 ô R Harley Barons, 519-773-2351
Dutton/Dunwich Seniors Centre
D utton/Dunwich Senior’s Centre, 185 Main St, Dutton Louie Lackey, 519-762-2364
C ard Games Seniors All welcome! Various card games including pepper, bridge, and euchre, bid euchre. Cost: Initial membership $5, suggested donation $1/activity Christmas Dinner S eniors
2nd Wed of Dec at the Community Centre. Cost: $15/members, $20/non-members
Pot Luck S eniors
E uchre and Bridge Seniors Ages 50+. Wheelchair accessible, air conditioned hall. Also share a luncheon or potluck once a month.
First Wed of Jun and Sept at noon. Entertainment will follow.
Artists’ Guild St. Thomas-Elgin Public Art Centre (STEPAC), 301 Talbot St, St.
H orseshoes All Ages, Family Juniors Mon at 7pm; adults Thurs at 7pm. Weather permitting. Open to public anytime.
S t. Thomas-Elgin Artists’ Guild Adults, Seniors, Teens The St. Thomas-Elgin Artists’ Guild meets the 3d Mon of each month at the St. Thomas-Elgin Public Art Centre at 7pm Mar through Dec. Their annual Show and Sale “Twas the Art Before Christmas” is held annually at the CASO Station. Interested in going? Come out to a meeting! Cost: $20/yr
Seniors Day Out S eniors
Aylmer Community Theatre Old Town Hall Library, 38 John St South, Aylmer
Mon & Wed from 2-4pm, Mon 7-9pm (subject to change). Cost: $3/player
C ommunity Theatre All Ages The mission of ACT shall be to provide a creative outlet and venue for quality entertainment, and opportunities for education in areas of theatre craft for members of ACT, the community and the surrounding area.
Elgin County Junior Farmers Various Locations
Thomas, 519-631-4040 ô Sandra England, 519-852-2961, www.steag.ca
East Elgin Community Complex
E ast Elgin Community Complex, 531 Talbot St West, Aylmer ô Theresa Klachan, 519-773-5631, www.eastelgincommunitycomplex.ca
Held once/month. Includes shuffleboard or adult skate, guest speaker, coffee break and lunch. 9:30am-12:30pm. Registration required. Sept 18, Oct 16 & Nov 20, 2012; Jan 15, Feb 19, Mar 19, Apr 16 & May 21, 2013. Cost: $10/participant
Shuffleboard Seniors
Ron Sawyer, 519-773-3372, www.aylmertheatre.ca
Details Dog Training Details Dog Training, 45526 Mapleton Line, RR#8, St. Thomas Sarah Hughes, 519-644-2412, www.detailsdt.com
D og Agility and Obedience Training Adults, Teens Build an amazing relationship with your dog! Agility and rally-o will give the shy, nervous dog more self-confidence and the energetic dog an outlet for his enthusiasm! Using positive reinforcement (treats, toys and praise), these sports are intended to promote positive relationships between dogs and owners based on trust and respect. Rally, in par. Cost: $120/6 1-hour weekly lessons
Selina Schuit, 519-860-5912, www.jfao.on.ca
L eadership Agricultural Based Club Adults, Teens Ages 15-29. People looking for fun, new challenges, and to be involved in a self-directed youth program. JFAO promotes agriculture and an awareness of rural life. JFAO develops personal leadership skills, contributes to the community, holds dances, social events, competes locally & provincially in friendly sports, music, and cultural events. Cost: Membership $25/first yr, $35/yr thereafter
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LEISURE PURSUITS Elgin County Library Eileen De Jager, 519-866-3584, www.library.elgin-county.on.ca A fter School Program Children Rodney Public Library, 207 Furnival Rd, Rodney West Lorne Public Library, 160 Main St, West Lorne ô Students familiarize themselves with the library while reading stories, playing games, and doing crafts with one another. Rodney Library: Tues 4-5pm; ages 5-10. West Lorne Library: Mon 4-5pm; ages 5-10. Cost: FREE Computer Lessons A ll Ages
Bayham Public Library, 9366 Plank Rd, Straffordville Belmont Public Library, 14134 Belmont Rd, Belmont Fred Bodsworth Public Library, 21 Pitt St, Port Burwell John Kenneth Galbraith Reference Library, 136 Shackleton St, Dutton Old Town Hall Library, 38 John St South, Aylmer Port Stanley Public Library, 302 Bridge St, Port Stanley, 519-782-4241 Rodney Public Library, 207 Furnival Rd, Rodney Shedden Public Library, 9557 Union Rd, Shedden Springfield Public Library, 12105 Whittaker Rd, Springfield ô West Lorne Public Library, 160 Main St, West Lorne ô All branches offer free group and individual lessons on our Community Access Program (CAP) site computers. Topics include very basic computer usage, email, Word programs, internet searching, Service Ontario, Service Canada and government sites for forms. Call your local branch to register and to learn about our Cyber Camps. Sept-Mar. Cost: FREE
March Break Programs F amily
Bayham Public Library, 9366 Plank Rd, Straffordville Belmont Public Library, 14134 Belmont Rd, Belmont Fred Bodsworth Public Library, 21 Pitt St, Port Burwell John Kenneth Galbraith Reference Library, 136 Shackleton St, Dutton Old Town Hall Library, 38 John St South, Aylmer Port Stanley Public Library, 302 Bridge St, Port Stanley, 519-782-4241 Rodney Public Library, 207 Furnival Rd, Rodney Springfield Public Library, 12105 Whittaker Rd, Springfield ô West Lorne Public Library, 160 Main St, West Lorne ô Available at all branches. Contact your local branch or visit our website for special March Break programs. Cost: FREE
PD Day Programs C hildren
Bayham Public Library, 9366 Plank Rd, Straffordville Belmont Public Library, 14134 Belmont Rd, Belmont John Kenneth Galbraith Reference Library, 136 Shackleton St, Dutton Old Town Hall Library, 38 John St South, Aylmer Port Stanley Public Library, 302 Bridge St, Port Stanley, 519-782-4241 Rodney Public Library, 207 Furnival Rd, Rodney Shedden Public Library, 9557 Union Rd, Shedden West Lorne Public Library, 160 Main St, West Lorne ô Participate in a special event at the library for school age children. Call your local branch or check our website for more information on events and times. Programs at Port Stanley, Shedden, Aylmer, Dutton, Straffordville, Belmont and Springfield. Cost: Material costs if applicable
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Bayham Public Library, 9366 Plank Rd, Straffordville Belmont Public Library, 14134 Belmont Rd, Belmont Fred Bodsworth Public Library, 21 Pitt St, Port Burwell John Kenneth Galbraith Reference Library, 136 Shackleton St, Dutton Old Town Hall Library, 38 John St South, Aylmer Port Stanley Public Library, 302 Bridge St, Port Stanley, 519-782-4241 Rodney Public Library, 207 Furnival Rd, Rodney Shedden Public Library, 9557 Union Rd, Shedden Springfield Public Library, 12105 Whittaker Rd, Springfield ô West Lorne Public Library, 160 Main St, West Lorne ô Available at all branches. Look for special events, speakers and open houses year round. Please call the library or check our website to see what’s being offered. Cost: FREE/minimal
Teen Games/Trivia/Cards T eens
Bayham Public Library, 9366 Plank Rd, Straffordville Fred Bodsworth Public Library, 21 Pitt St, Port Burwell Port Stanley Public Library, 302 Bridge St, Port Stanley, 519-782-4241 Port Stanley: Chess and other games are available at the Young Adult Section at the library during open hours. Straffordville: Games and chess at the Teen Section. Cost: FREE
Fanshawe College - St. Thomas/Elgin Campus Fanshawe College - St. Thomas/Elgin Campus, 120 Bill Martyn Pkwy, St. Thomas, 519-633-2030 ô Debra Burgess, 519-633-2030, www.fanshawec.ca/stthomas
D og Obedience Family Train your dog to be a good canine partner. Training equipment, health, grooming and “what makes your dog tick” will be discussed. Call or visit website for more details. Cost: $100.71/10 sessions Photography Family
Discover the fundamentals of your digital or 35mm SLR camera. Learn about composition, exposure and digital basics to expand your skills in photographing still life and people. Call or visit website for more details. Cost: $102.94/5 sessions
Merrymount Children’s Centre
M errymount Children’s Centre, 579 Talbot St, St. Thomas, 519-637-1667 Deb Bloomfield, 519-631-5259
P arenting Support Children, Family, Under 5 At Merrymount Elgin we offer many active and informative programs. Drop in, stay and play and registered programs are offered. Stop in and pick up our monthly calendar. Cost: FREE
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LEISURE PURSUITS Port Burwell Provincial Park
P ort Burwell Provincial Park, 9 Wilson Lane, Port Burwell ô 519-874-4691, www.ontarioparks.com/ENGLISH/portb.html
B ird Watching All Ages, Family Sun 9am-12pm, Sept to early Oct. In Day Use area/parking lot #5. Cost: Park entrance fee
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 524
R oyal Canadian Legion Br. 524, PO Box 171, Wellington St, Port Burwell Charlotte Seaman, 519-874-4308, www.legion.ca
D arts, Meat Darts Adults, Seniors Wed nights; Meat Darts Fri nights. Cost: $2/day
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 81 R oyal Canadian Legion Br 81, 211 John St N, Aylmer, 519-773-5720 ô Sean Boussen, 519-773-5249
F un Darts, Ladies’ Darts, Men’s Darts Adults Mixed Darts Wed nights, Men’s Darts Thurs nights. Cost: $3/day
St. Thomas Doll Club Elgin Mall-Community Room, 417 Wellington St, St. Thomas
Sharon Brassard, 519-633-5239, www3.sympatico.ca/brassarddaniel/
T he St. Thomas Doll Club Adults, Seniors, Teens We meet from 7-9pm, last Mon of every month, except Jul, Aug, and Dec. Doll artists, collectors, and doll enthusiasts are welcome. Meetings include show and tell, guest speakers, themes and projects. Cost: $10/yr
St. Thomas Public Library St. Thomas Public Library, 153 Curtis St, St. Thomas
Ruth Crocker, 519-631-6050, www.st-thomas.library.on.ca
C hess Club Children, Teens Do you want to learn how to play chess? Or maybe you just need someone to play chess with? Join us for Chess Club every Sat at 1pm! A guest of the library will be facilitating this program to answer questions, offer assistance and instruct players. No registration required. Please bring your own chess set if you have one. Cost: FREE
St. Thomas Seniors’ Centre St. Thomas Seniors’ Centre, 225 Chestnut St, St. Thomas Angela Davis or Angela Ostojic, 519-633-2850
Bridge, Cribbage, Euchre, Pepper, Poker,
Hand & Foot S eniors
Regular Bridge Fri 1-4pm; Partnership Bridge Mon 1-4pm; Cribbage Tues 12-3:30pm/Thur 7-9pm; Euchre Tues 1:15-4pm/Fri 7-9pm; Pepper Wed 10-11:30am/Sun 1:30-3:30pm; Poker Wed & Fri 1-3:15pm; Hand & Foot (conasta) Fri 9:30-11:30am/Mon. Cost: Membership $215/yr, $150/6 mos; $6 daily pass
Shuffleboard Seniors
There is a reason this program is so popular. Come and enjoy a friendly game of shuffleboard and loads of fun. Mon 10 -11:30am, Tues 6:30-8pm, Wed 1-3pm & 6:30-8pm, Thur 9:30-11:30am, Fri 1-3pm. Cost: Membership $215/yr, $150/6 mos; $6 daily pass
Snooker & Darts S eniors
Play on our professional size snooker table or 2 other regular tables. Instructor available for lessons. Mon 12-4pm; Thur 10-11:30am, 1-4pm; Fri 1-4pm. Darts Wed 9-11:30am; Fri 7-9pm. Please bring your own darts. Cost: Membership $215/yr, $150/6 mos; $6 daily pass
St. Thomas Field Naturalist Club
H awk Cliff, Hawk Cliff Rd Ron Casier, 519-631-5279
H awkscliffe Migration Viewing Weekend All Ages 2nd and 3rd weekends of Sept. Have the opportunity to see hawks up close, Monarch butterfly demonstration, Monarch tagging. Cost: FREE
St. Thomas Photography Guild Elgin Military Museum, 30 Talbot St, St. Thomas, 519-633-7641 Chris Button, 519-719-7441, www.stthomasphoto.com
S t. Thomas Photography Guild Family Regular meetings 2nd and 4th Tues of the month at the Military Museum starting at 7:30pm with doors opening at 7pm; Sun morning photo shoots; digital meetings; children are welcome accompanied by adults. Cost: Membership $25/yr, $40/yr/family
St. Thomas Stamp Club Martin De Keyzer, 519-681-7145 or 519-637-8432 S tamp Club All Ages, Family Anyone can join. Come out and see what it’s about, exchange information, and learn something new. No prior experience required, just an interest in stamps, postcards or letters. Cost: $5/yr, includes coffee and cookies
St. Thomas-Elgin Family YMCA St. Thomas-Elgin Family YMCA, 20 High St, St. Thomas ô Katie Payler, 519-631-2418, www.ymcawo.ca/sty.html
M ini Y Active Combo Under 5 0-5 yrs. Your child can learn and have fun at the same time! Children must be toilet trained. Parent volunteers are welcome! Cost: Visit website for details
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LEISURE PURSUITS Sunshine Club Union Ball Park, Stone Church Rd, Union Wilma Smithson, 519-874-4375
S eniors Group Seniors Seniors group (age 55+). Meets the first and third Mon of every month. Includes meeting, lunch, entertainment and special events and trips.
Union Sports Club Union Sports Club, 6068 Bell St, Union Vicky Snowsell, 519-631-3840
D art League Adults Dart League runs from mid-Oct until Apr each year. Fri nights starting at 7:30pm. Cost: Contact for details
West Elgin Dramatics Society (WEDS)
W EDS Performing Arts Centre, 199 Main St, Dutton ô Dianne Downie, Chair, 519-768-3306, www.weds.ca
C ommunity Theatre All Ages Opportunities for those wishing to get involved in all aspects of community theatre, from acting, to sound and lighting, to costumes. Watch for auditions every Aug and Jan. Cost: Contact for details
Woodcarvers (St. Thomas) Locke’s Public School, 22 S Edgeware Rd, St. Thomas Laurence Beavis, 519-631-7321
W oodcarving Adults, Seniors All levels are welcome. Meets Thurs evenings during the school year, 7-9pm. Cost: $15/yr, each member provides his or her own supplies
MARITAL ARTS/SELF-DEFENSE Active Abundance June Rose Callwood School, 84 Edward St, St. Thomas
Elizabeth Windover, 519-851-9460, activeabundance.weebly.com
M artial Arts Fitness Adults, Children General fitness class with martial arts atmosphere of discipline & movements for children over 7 & adults. Sufficient explanation of exercises & techniques for each component (warm-up, cardio, strength training, cool-down, reflection). Variety of activities stimulate emotional and physical participation, prevent boredom & promote development. Cost: $10 incl HST/90 min fitness class; first class free
Elite Karate Club Elite Karate Club, 808 Talbot St, St. Thomas, 519-633-4425 Sensei Trevor and Nicole Kirk, 519-633-4425
K arate All Ages, Family Ages 4+. We promote discipline, confidence, focus and physical conditioning. Our club is a non-profit organization for the last 20 yrs. Cost: Individual and family rates available
Elite Tae Kwon Do Elite Karate Club, 808 Talbot St, St. Thomas, 519-633-4425
Jelfs Academy of Karate Excellence
J elfs Academy of Karate Excellence, 112 Curtis Ave, St. Thomas Jeff Jelfs, 519-636-4773, www.jelfskarate.com
K arate Adults, Children, Teens Separate classes for 3-6 yr old lil Dragons, 7-10 yr old children, 11-15 yr olds, and adults 16 & up. Uniform is included in the monthly fee. Cost: Approx $50+HST/mo; first class free Kickboxing Adults, Teens
Ages 15+. Cardio kickboxing at Jelfs Karate Excellence is a great full body workout. The fifty minute class simulates training for a kickboxing match. Muay Thai and North American drills are practised. Up to six classes/week. Cost: Approx $50 incl HST/mo; first class free
Little Dragons Karate C hildren
Ages 3-6. Uniform is included in the monthly fee. A fun and dynamic way to introduce young children to the many benefits of martial arts training. Improves fitness, co-ordination, balance, focus and concentration, as well as confidence in other areas of their lives, including school and other sports. Cost: Approx $50+HST/mo; first class free
Lloyd, 519-859-0332
T ae Kwon Do All Ages Ages 5+, self-defence, respect, cardio-workout. All sparring equipment is supplied. Five tenets of tae kwon do are perseverance, self control, indomitable spirit, integrity, and courtesy. Tues evenings and Sat mornings. Cost: Introductory special $60/8 sessions plus uniform; $35/mo
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St. Thomas Health Club St. Thomas Health Club, 39 Burwell Rd, St. Thomas
K arate - Port Stanley Adults, Children, Family, Seniors, Teens, Under 5 Port Stanley Public School, 350 Carlow Rd, Port Stanley Free trial introductory class. Classes run each Thurs evening, excluding school holidays. Tiny Tigers (ages 3-7 years) 6-6:30pm; Youth (ages 8-13 years) 6:30-7:30pm; Adult (ages 14+) 7:30- 8:30pm. Contact Sensei Kristen McCord at 519-860-4717 for more information. Cost: $70/12 classes (3 mos)/7 yrs & under, $90/12 classes (3 mos)/8 yrs & up
B ox Fit and Boxing Program All Ages Fitness, fun and helping with daily stress and anxiety. Learn how to box like a pro for competition or MMA. Non-members welcome. Cost: Contact for details
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Karate - St. Thomas A dults, Children, Family, Seniors, Teens, Under 5
St Anne’s Catholic School, 84 Park Ave, St. Thomas Free trial Karate class. Come visit us any Mon night (excluding school holidays) at St. Anne’s School. Classes for all ages: Tiny Tigers (3-7 yrs) 6-6:30; Youth (8-13 yrs) 6:30-7:30; Adult (14 yrs+) 7:30-8:30. Contact Sensei MaryLynn at 519-637-1536 or senseiml@me.com for more information. Cost: $70/12 classes (3 mos)/7 yrs & under, $90/12 classes (3 mos)/8 yrs & up
Karate - Straffordville A dults, Children, Teens, Under 5
Straffordville Public School, 9188 Plank Rd, RR#1, Staffordville Free trial introductory class. Classes run each Wed night, excluding school holidays. Students can start at any time. Classes for all ages. Cost: $70/12 classes (3 mos)/4-6yrs, $90/12 classes (3 mos)/7 yrs & up
Karate - Summers Corners (East of Aylmer) A ll Ages
Summers Corners Public School, 50576 Talbot Line, Aylmer Free trial introductory class. Family discounts available. Classes run each Tues evening, excluding school holidays. Students can start at anytime. Tiny Tigers 3-7 yrs 6-6:30pm; Youth 8-13 yrs 6:30-7:30pm; Adult 14 yrs+ 6:30-7:30pm. For more information call Sensei MaryLynn Okkerse at 519-637-1536 or email senseiml@me.com. Cost: $70/12 classes (3 mos)/7 yrs & under, $90/12 classes (3 mos)/8 yrs & up
Snow Lion Martial Arts Jujitsu Academy Snow Lion Martial Arts Jujitsu Academy, 51 Elizabeth St, St. Thomas Jason Carter, 519-633-1379, www.snowlion.kkbk.org
J ujitsu Adults, Seniors, Teens Jujitsu training, personalized self defence classes or personal training (for fitness/personal safety/job related).
Traci Faith Langford, 519-633-8481, www.stthomashealthclub.ca
Karate Family
For all ages Legecy Karate. Passion, discipline and fun. Cost: Contact for details
St. Thomas-Elgin Family YMCA St. Thomas-Elgin Family YMCA, 20 High St, St. Thomas ô Katie Payler, 519-631-2418, www.ymcawo.ca/sty.html
A ikido Adults, Children, Teens This non-competitive Japanese martial art focuses on conflict resolution. This is achieved through the development of balance, focus and timing, along with the application of hand to hand techniques, including joint locks and pins. Cost: Members free, non-members please contact or visit website for details Brazilian Jiu Jitsu A dults, Teens
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a martial art, combat sport and an effective self defence system with its main emphasis on ground fighting and submission holds involving joint locks and choke holds. Kimono (Gi) is required. Cost: Members free, non-members $160
Little Dragons Tae Kwon Do C hildren, Under 5
Ages 4-5. Participate in this martial arts class that teaches self defence. Cost: Visit website for details
Tettsui Shotokan Karate (Iron Fist)
M cGregor Public School, 204 John St, Aylmer ô Jake Sawatzky, 519-765-1508
K arate All Ages Mon nights. All ages, come out for a free trial class. Ages 5-8 Tigers class; 8-up family class. Come out and train as a family, with your spouse or on your own and enjoy the traditional art of karate.
West Lorne Tai Chi Group Grace Anglican Church, Morden St, West Lorne Marg Hull, 519 762-2049
T ai Chi Adults Excellent form of low impact exercise and balance of body, mind and spirit. A 108 movement Yang Style set, Tues at 7pm; 108 Yang Style set and double 24 set on Tues and Fri 9:30am. Cost: $15/mo
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MULTI-SPORTS St. Thomas Health Club St. Thomas Health Club, 39 Burwell Rd, St. Thomas
YWCA St. Thomas-Elgin YWCA St. Thomas-Elgin, 16 Mary St West, St. Thomas
M ini Gymnasium All Ages
D rop In Recreation Children After school & evening programs for school age children. Children participate in games, recreation, crafts, sports, and the Wii where available. Lead by a High Five certified leader. Offered Sept-Jun. Children’s drop in: Rodney, Thur 4:15-5:45pm, Fri 6:30-8pm; Dutton, Thurs 6:30-8pm; Family open gym St. Thomas, Tues 6-7:30pm. Cost: West Elgin: $2.50/visit, St. Thomas: FREE
Traci Faith Langford, 519-633-8481, www.stthomashealthclub.ca
We offer a mini gymnasium. Great for volleyball, basketball, floor hockey, Olympic size badminton and more. Contact for details.
St. Thomas Health Club F amily
We have activities for all ages and fitness levels. Injured, medicated, depressed, anxiety, fibro, arthritis... we have the answer to help you feel better. Our team of health & fitness experts are the best. Let us help! Our success speaks for itself. Cost: $0 & up
St. Thomas-Elgin Family YMCA St. Thomas-Elgin Family YMCA, 20 High St, St. Thomas ô Katie Payler, 519-631-2418, www.ymcawo.ca/sty.html
Front Desk, 519-631-9800, www.ywcastthomaselgin.org
Family Open Gym Nights F amily
Each Tues evening families are welcome to get active in our gym. No membership required. Play hockey, soccer, gymnastics, badminton, basketball, dodgeball. 6-7:30pm Sept-Jun. Program is closed during the summer. Cost: FREE
A ll Sorts of Sports Children Ages 6-12. Play a different sport every week, then a swim in the pool! Cost: Visit website for details Kidz Combo C hildren
Kidz Combo offers a variety of activities including sports, crafts, active games and fitness. The goal of this program is to encourage children to have a healthy lifestyle in a supervised, fun and safe environment. Cost: Visit branch or website for details
Help to make your team, league or facility
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MUSIC Aylmer & Area Community Choir & Band
E ast Elgin Secondary School, 362 Talbot St, Aylmer ô Joanne Orton, 519-765-2216
B and Adults, Teens Contact Peter Charlton at 519-765-4292 for more information. Cost: $30/person, $10/student Choir All Ages
Cost: $35/person, $50/couple, $10/student
Bee Music Studios BEE Music Studio, 70 Riverbank Dr, St. Thomas, 519-633-7556
Susan McAllister-Bee, 519-633-7556, www.beemusicstudios.com
B ee Singing Program All Ages Bee Singing Program offers age-appropriate singing lessons for children age 5-12. Students learn proper vocal technique for the 21st century. Private instruction for teens and adults also available. Training based on Speech Level Singing and Jo Estill Voice Technique. Cost: Contact for details
Music For Young Children Children, Family, Under 5
Music for Young Children is more than just a piano lesson. Children have fun learning all the building blocks for success in music such as sight-reading, ear training, rhythm ensembles, composition, singing, games and creative movement. Also a pre-piano program for 3 yr olds. Cost: $16.50/wk
Music Pups© (Babies & Toddlers) C hildren, Family, Under 5
A fun music and creative movement program for babies and toddlers. Parent and children meet for 45 minutes in a group setting to play rhythm instruments such as drums, bells, sticks and shakers. We sing, dance and we move! Winner of multiple rewards. Visit www. themusicclass.com for more info. Cost: $110 plus materials
Piano and Keyboarding A ll Ages
Piano lessons for the older student. Learn to play chord progressions and rhythmic patterns. No sight-reading involved. Learn to play music by ear. Learn to play piano to accompany your singing. Cost: Contact for details
Expressions Dance Arts Expressions Dance Arts Inc., 40 Alma St, St. Thomas, 519-631-9087
E lizabeth Morgan, 519-631-9087, www.expressionsdancearts.com usical Theatre, Song & Dance M All Ages Training in broadway styles of movement, theatre & voice performance! For all ages and levels, beginner through professional. Cost: Contact for details
Faris Music Studio Faris Music Studio, 4 Erinlea Dr, St. Thomas, 519-633-3623
S tephen & Natalia Faris, 519-633-3623, www.farismusicstudio.com usic Lessons M Adults, Children, Family, Seniors, Teens Registered music teachers offering professional instruction in a variety of instruments including voice, piano, guitar (electric or acoustic), bass guitar, drums, keyboard, and theory. Any age and level are welcome. Cost: $17/half-hour
For the Love of Music For the Love of Music, 118 Centennial Ave, St. Thomas, 519-200-0379 Kathy Daniel, 519-200-0379, www.fortheloveofmusic.ca
P iano Lessons All Ages For the Love of Music owner Kathy Daniel is an accomplished pianist and experienced music teacher. She is Royal Conservatory of Music trained and has played the piano for 50 years. She is now accepting students of any age for piano lessons. Cost: $15/half-hour lesson
Port Stanley Community Choir
P ort Stanley Public School, 350 Carlow Rd, Port Stanley Evelyn Finch, 519-782-3919
C hoir Adults Choir has been in operation for 25 yrs. Group meets Tues at 7:30pm only during the spring, fall and winter. Choir will start Sept 25. Cost: $30/term
Taylor Music Studios Taylor Music Studios, 68 Vanier Pl, St. Thomas, 519-637-1775 anda Taylor, 519-649-9497 or 519-637-1775 W www.taylormusicstudios.com
Guitar, Bass, Voice, Piano, Flute, Drums, Theory,
Business of Music Seminars A ll Ages
Taylor Music studios offer a full complement of performing arts! Guitar, bass, vocal, piano, flute, saxophone, junior & youth choir, ensembles, Business of Music seminars, theory, Taylor Tykes and Tots, Children’s Theatre Company. All styles, all levels, and all ages! Lessons may be tailored to suit your individual needs. Private or group. Cost: $17/half-hour private lesson, $20 ensemble/hour
Taylor Tykes and Tots C hildren, Family, Under 5
Taylor Tykes and Tots... an innovative approach to music at an early age! Ages 4 months-7 yrs. Children and families learn to incorporate music into everyday life through music and movement. Vocal, dance, stringed, keys, and percussion, reading, writing and performance are all covered in age appropriate fun activities. Cost: $10/hour, 10 wk sessions
Theatre Camp A dults, Children, Teens
Are people always telling you that your child should be on the stage? Or in front of the camera? Got someone at home that loves to sing and dance? Then we have the classes for you! Taylor Music Studios is proud to add to their offered classes our Children’s Theatre Company! For students aged 6 and up. Cost: Contact for details
Youth Choirs C hildren, Teens
Our Community Youth Choir is led by Choir Master Mr. Emer Montano for ages 6-15. Sat afternoons from 1-2pm. No experience required. Choir members learn basics of vocal training, harmony, and vocal blending from BA of Music certified teacher. Performances held at local venues and studio concerts. Cost: $5/wk
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MUSIC St. Thomas Central Academy of Music
C entral United Church, 135 Wellington St, St. Thomas Mary MacLachlan, 519-631-3503, www.centralmusicacademy.ca
M usic for Young Children All Ages We have instruction in piano, voice, flute, clarinet, guitar, trumpet, saxophone, Suzuki violin and theory. We accept students of all ages and abilities. Cost: Varies; contact for details
Treble Makers Women’s Choir West Elgin Sr. Elementary School, 139 Graham St, West Lorne Jane Anton, 519-764-1777
W omen’s Choir Adults, Seniors, Teens Wed 7-9 Sept-May. Some singing experience helpful and some ability to read music helpful, but not necessary. We sing everything from Bach to boogie and beyond. This is a teaching-performing choir. We present two concerts a year and do some concerts in area retirement homes. Very supportive, welcoming, lots of fun and laughter. Cost: $75
Step Above Dance And Music Studios
S tep Above Dance And Music Studios, 795 Talbot St Unit 4 Upper Level, St. Thomas, 519-207-STEP Jacqueline Reichenbach, 519-207-STEP, www.stepabovedance.ca
P iano, Guitar, Singing, or Theory Lessons A ll Ages Lessons in piano, singing, guitar, theory, and other instruments. Royal Conservatory exams offered. Cost: $18/lesson
West Elgin Community Band West Elgin Sr. Elementary School, 139 Graham St, West Lorne
Martha Foster, 519-785-0797, www.westelgincommunityband.ca
C ommunity Band Adults, Seniors, Teens A fun, relaxing, welcoming group. If you played in high school and have an instrument, we welcome you. We play two concerts a year. Great activity for parent/child, adults of all ages. Must be able to read music. Even if it’s been decades since you played, we understand and invite you to join us. Mon 7-9 Sept-Jun. Cost: $60/yr
OTHER SPORTS Dance Pointe
Expressions Dance Arts
S tudio Dance Pointe, 112 Curtis Ave, St. Thomas Lee & Amber Mattox, 519-207-1715, www.studiodancepointe.com
E xpressions Dance Arts Inc., 40 Alma St, St. Thomas, 519-631-9087 Elizabeth Morgan, 519-631-9087, www.expressionsdancearts.com
A erial Circus Skills Adults, Children, Teens Certified aerial instructors from the Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines will be instructing you in Trapeze, Aerial Silks, Spanish Web, Aerial Lyra and so much more. Be part of the future in performing arts and learn to fly with us. Trained and certified with Cirque Du Soleil & Flying with Foy. Cost: Contact for details
Cheerleading-Recreational, Competitive
& Professional A ll Ages
Cheerleading training at the beginner/recreational, competitive and professional levels! Cheer programs for all ages. Includes gymnastics training, dance, stunts and teamwork skills. Home of our active Junior NFL, CFL and NBL Cheerleaders!
St. Thomas-Elgin Gymnastics Club Inc.
S t. Thomas-Elgin Gymnastics Club Inc., 24 Alexandria Ave, St. Thomas Mark & Kerri Masseo, 519-631-4660, www.stthomasgc.com
P arkour Children, Teens Gain strength, speed, mobility, and flexibility in our classes that introduce the exciting urban outdoor sport of Parkour! Prices and class/dates times subject to change. Cost: Contact for details
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OUTDOOR RECREATION Catfish Creek Conservation Authority
S pringwater Conservation Area, 8079 Springwater Rd, Aylmer Laura Ronayne, 519-773-9037, www.catfishcreek.ca
B alls Bike Rally Adults Event takes place from Jul 5th-Jul 7th. Ride with a thousand for charity. Ride, eat and enjoy the entertainment. Camping is available. Tickets available at the gate. Christmas Spirit Walk A ll Ages
Dec 7, 2013 stroll along a candle lit path through the Springwater Forest and join local performers as they celebrate the spirit of Christmas. Sip on a hot beverage and see who awaits you at the end of the trail!
Elgin Trail Riders Snowmobile Club Inc.
E lgin Trail Riders Snowmobile Clubhouse, 37813 Fingal Line, Southwold (c/o John Palmer, 296 Sunset Dr, St. Thomas) John Palmer, 519-631-2963, www.elgintrailriders.com Snowmobile Club Adults, Teens Trail maintenance, and trail patrol; events; information, instruction, and advice available. Cost: Snowmobile permit (it’s the law!) $200-250
Horseshoe J Dude Ranch Horseshoe J Dude Ranch, 32553 Erin Line, Fingal, 519-762-5402
Fred Eaglesmith Charity Music Festival A ll Ages
S ue Stiles, 519-762-5402, www.duderanchontario.com vernight Family Retreat O Family Come and enjoy some outdoor family fun at the ranch. We offer overnight camping for groups and families in our cabins. Enjoy some horseback riding, a hay ride, campfire, movies in the barn, swimming in our large in ground salt water pool etc. Customize your activities to suit your needs. Please call for more information. Cost: Contact for details
Friends of Springwater Carnival & Fireworks A ll Ages
Jibson’s Paintball Park Jibson’s Paintball Park, 46097 Dexter Line, Sparta
On Aug 16th to the 18th, come out and see this popular entertainer for the day or the weekend. Fred’s line-up includes Americana, Alternative Country, Bluegrass, Rock, and just great song writing. Enjoy great Canadian music at its best. Tickets at www.fredeaglesmith.com.
While camping at the Springwater CA, have a great afternoon of games, surprises and fun! In the evening watch a spectacular display of fireworks over the pond on Sept 7th.
Kids, Cops, & Canadian Tire Fishing Derby A ll Ages
Event takes place on Jul 27th. Bob Izsumi has organized a fantastic fishing derby with the help of the Ontario Police Association and Canadian Tire. It is a great family outing. The event starts around 9am. You won’t want to miss this fun day!
Opening Day of Trout Season A ll Ages
Apr 27. Rainbow Trout are stocked in the Springwater Pond each year to create a safe and easily accessible fishing opportunity for both novice and avid anglers. Trout fishing is excellent throughout May.
Secord Home Building Centre Horseshoe Tournament All Ages Aug 10th. Coordinated by the Friends of Springwater and sponsored by Aylmer’s Secord Home Building Centre, this annual horseshoe tournament will be a fun day of competition and great prizes! Call the Catfish Creek Conservation Authority for more information.
ob Jibson, 519-775-2489, www.jibsonspaintball.com B aint Ball P Adults, Teens A friendly, local park designed for an exciting day of outdoor fun. Everyone welcome, young, old, first time, occasional or pro. Capture the flag/fort, speed & hyper ball. Walk-ons, parties, companies & groups welcome. Fully insured & zoned. 9am-8pm until late Nov. Cost: Play all day with equipment rental $20/person, paintballs $25/500 or $90/2000
Kettle Creek Conservation Authority
alewood C. A., 10518 Dalewood Rd, St. Thomas, 519-631-1009 D Luiza Moczarski, 519-631-1270, www.kettlecreekconservation.on.ca Children’s Programs Children Summer programs available at Dalewood with wide range of crafts, events and outdoor games. Cost: Day use or seasonal day use permit
Springwater Maple Syrup Festival A ll Ages
Horse-drawn wagon rides through the sugar bush and guided nature hikes through the Springwater Forest trails. Visit the pancake house and the old-fashioned sugar shanty for maple products, samples and demonstrations. Don’t miss the sugar bush! Weekends in Mar and March Break.
Van Fest A ll Ages
Jun 7th-9th, 2013. Come see Canada’s Premiere Truck Show, including custom vans, pick-ups, and 4x4s. Show and Shine is Sat from 11am-5pm. Camping is available. Tickets can be purchased at gate.
Walking/Hiking A ll Ages
The Catfish Creek Conservation Authority operates the Springwater Forest, one of the best walking/hiking locations in the County.
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OUTDOOR RECREATION Girl Guides Various Locations
Marika, 1-877-323-4545, ext. 2423, www.girlguides.ca
B rownies Children Ages 7-8. Girls can earn Interest Badges and they have camping excursions. Girls are encouraged to gain an appreciation of different cultures and develop a commitment to their communities through service projects and special events. Brownies is also a chance for girls to gain confidence by learning skills that they can use in their daily lives. Cost: $150 (payment options and financial assistance available) Guides Children
Ages 9-11. Guides encourages leadership skills by allowing girls to make decisions about unit activities, and by allowing them to organize parties and teach each other games and skills. Through badges Guides learn skills, develop awareness, explore ideas and expand their understanding of the world around them. Cost: $150 (payment options and financial assistance available)
Pathfinders Teens
Ages 12-14. Pathfinders take leadership roles at camps and events, perform community service, learn first aid and participate in citizenship projects. Outdoor activities are often a major part of the program. Girls learn camping and outdoor skills including canoeing, navigation and winter camping. Cost: $150 (payment options and financial assistance available)
Rangers Teens
Ages 15 to 17+. Earn Interest Badges and participate in camping excursions. Young women complete a core program that focuses on adventure and independence. Girls learn practical skills that help them as they begin their adult lives; everything from understanding relationships to money management is covered. Cost: $150 (payment options and financial assistance available)
Sparks Children
Ages 5-6. Girls can earn Interest Badges and they have camping excursions. Through a varied program that includes activities in the areas of the outdoors, the arts and the sciences, girls are encouraged to try a bit of everything. Cost: $150 (payment options and financial assistance available)
Lake Erie Salmon & Trout Club Lake Erie Salmon & Trout Club, 4255 Thomas Rd, Port Stanley Kit Brown, 519-633-2979
F ish Hatchery All Ages, Family The Lake Erie Salmon and Trout Club maintains a beautiful acreage just outside of Port Stanley. The property features a rainbow trout hatchery, six ponds, a natural stream with two fish passages and over 90 species of trees and shrubs including many Carolinian species. It is excellent for bird watching and nature viewing. Fish food. Cost: Access is FREE
Girl Greatness Starts Here! Guiding is the place for today’s girls and women Girl Guides offers girls and women fun-filled opportunities to discover new interests, use their talents, challenge themselves and learn valuable leadership and life skills. Our programs explore issues that are important to girls, giving them the tools they need to be confident, courageous and resourceful, and to make a difference in the world. Register today!
REGISTER ONLINE TODAY! Visit www.girlguides.ca Questions? Call 1-800-565-8111
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OUTDOOR RECREATION Port Burwell Provincial Park
P ort Burwell Provincial Park, 9 Wilson Lane, Port Burwell ô 519-874-4691, www.ontarioparks.com/ENGLISH/portb.html
O utdoor Recreation All Ages The park offers 232 campsites, 120 of them with electrical connection, 2 large group camping sites for up to 100 people each, picnic shelter for a large group gathering, hiking trails, children’s play structure, volleyball nets, and large open areas for many different sporting activities. For more information visit website. Cost: Park entrance fee
2884 West Elgin Army Cadet Corps R odney Legion Br. 525, 177 Victoria St, Rodney Shelly Crawford, 519-762-3750, www.cadets.ca
A rmy Cadets Teens Ages 12-19. Thurs 6:30-9pm. Physical training, leadership training, orienteering, marksmanship program, hiking. Weekend trips and outdoor skills. Uniforms provided. Summer camps (4-6 weeks) available across Canada and internationally. Cost: FREE
PILATES Fanshawe College - St. Thomas/Elgin Campus Fanshawe College - St. Thomas/Elgin Campus, 120 Bill Martyn Pkwy, St. Thomas, 519-633-2030 ô Debra Burgess, 519-633-2030, www.fanshawec.ca/stthomas
P ilates Family Get in shape… no running or jumping! This course includes abs and glutes stretch and flex, as well as Pilates and Yoga moves. Call or visit website for more details. Cost: $101.27/10 sessions
Fitness to the Max Fitness to the Max, 30 Talbot St East, Aylmer, 519-765-3777
Stefanie Thompson, 519-765-3777, www.fitnesstothemax.ca
P ilates All Ages Pilates focuses on developing strength through the core of the body-the back, abdomen and hips. Please call for our current schedule or check our website. Cost: Varies; contact for details
Pat’s Golden Age Fitness Crazy Joe’s Gym, 509 Talbot St, St. Thomas, 519-631-5372 Patricia Hill, 519-631-5372
C hairlates Adults, Seniors A wee bit of yoga and a lot of Pilates taught by a certified instructor. Chairyolates is done in & around a chair and good for seniors and beginners. Mon & Wed 11-12. Excellent for flexibility & strengthening. We use a variety of equipment for challenge, fun, and to engage the core and powerhouse. Cost: $50/4 wks, 2 times/wk Mat Combo A dults, Seniors, Teens
A challenging workout, yet, with modifications for beginners and offers an aerobic or conventional mind/body warm-up. All strengthening components challenge the abdominals utilizing gravity, weights, stability ball, Pilates principles and/or the basic strengthening movements of yoga. Tues and Thurs 2-3pm. Cost: $50/4 wks, 2 times/wk
St. Thomas Health Club St. Thomas Health Club, 39 Burwell Rd, St. Thomas
Traci Faith Langford, 519-633-8481, www.stthomashealthclub.ca
Quick Fit In Touch Massage & Wellness Centre, 2-4 Second Ave, St. Thomas, 519-637-8840 Vera Needham, 519-619-0895
P ilates 30 Minute Solutions Adults Shoulder Care: Rotator cuff stability improves golf scores and sports performance. Great for hair stylists or anyone who would like to reduce pain from repetitive strain on the job. Back Care: Learn proper movement patterns to reduce stress on the spine, improve strength and reduce pain. Supervised by a Medical Exercise Specialist. Cost: Contact for details
Y oga and Pilates Studio All Ages Specialty is our specialty. Reformers/cadillacs/trapeze, chairs are only available at St. Thomas Health Club go to website for more information.
St. Thomas-Elgin Family YMCA St. Thomas-Elgin Family YMCA, 20 High St, St. Thomas ô Katie Payler, 519-631-2418, www.ymcawo.ca/sty.html
P ilates Adults Introduction to Pilates: Specific exercise strategies will emphasize muscular endurance and improve flexibility, range of motion, coordination and balance. Pilates: Support and strengthen your abs, buttocks, thighs and lower back. Cost: Visit website for details
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RAQUET SPORTS St. Thomas Health Club St. Thomas Health Club, 39 Burwell Rd, St. Thomas
St. Thomas Seniors’ Centre St. Thomas Seniors’ Centre, 225 Chestnut St, St. Thomas
S quash and Badminton All Ages Easy, convenient, free parking. Come on in for the best cardiovascular work out. We have two international squash courts and indoor badminton courts. Specials on all the time. Cost: Contact for details
T able Tennis Seniors Anyone can play, just bring your paddle. Wed & Fri 9:45am11:30am. Cost: Membership $215/yr, $150/6 mos; $6 daily pass
Traci Faith Langford, 519-633-8481, www.stthomashealthclub.ca
St. Thomas Parks and Recreation Department St. Thomas Timken Community Centre, 2 Third Ave, St. Thomas ô Allie Boddy, 519-633-7112, www.city.st-thomas.on.ca
B adminton Children This program will teach participants the skills of serving, strokes and scoring. Each week will include a scrimmage (of doubles and singles) along with a small instructional warm-up. Ages 5-8/912/13+. Thurs 6-6:45pm/6:45-7:30pm/7:30-8:30pm. Cost: $26
Angela Davis or Angela Ostojic, 519-633-2850
Tennis for Kids Pinafore Park, Elm St, St. Thomas Don Fleming, 519-782-5563
T ennis All Ages, Family Ages 8+. Bring a racquet and shoes. Tennis balls are supplied. Games are played at Pinafore Park. Private lessons are available. Cost: $30/yr/adult, $50/yr/family Tennis for Kids C hildren, Teens
Mon, Wed, Fri 9:30-10:30am, 12 and under or 10:30-11:30am for 12+. Ages 8-17. Only offered in Jul and Aug. Bring a racquet and shoes. Cost: $25/wk/child
READING Ontario Early Years Elgin-Middlesex-London Ontario Early Years Centre-Aylmer, 24 John St, Aylmer ô Ontario Early Years Centre-St. Thomas, 7 Morrison Dr, St. Thomas ô Various Locations Kim Mullings, 519-631-9496
L iteracy Programs Family Programming suitable for children 0-6 yrs unless otherwise specified. Contact for details for locations and times. Parent and Professional literacy resources are also available to borrow (free of charge). Contact Marilyn Heffren, Literacy Specialist (ext. 246) for more details. Cost: FREE
St. Thomas Public Library St. Thomas Public Library, 153 Curtis St, St. Thomas
Ruth Crocker, 519-631-6050, www.st-thomas.library.on.ca
L ibrary Book Club Adults All are welcome. We are a friendly group of people with an interest in reading and discussing good books and we’d like you to join us! 10am, the first Tues of the month in the Carnegie Room, lower level. All members read the selected title, then discuss the book. Cost: FREE Pre-School Story Time U nder 5
For children aged 3 & 4 yrs. Children, with parents/caregivers accompanying them, will be treated to a program jam packed with reading and telling of stories, finger-plays, songs and music-making. Must be registered to participate. Cost: FREE
Tales for Twos/Toddler Time U nder 5
For children who are 2 yrs. A one-on-one (adult and child) interactive program that includes simple stories, songs, nursery rhymes and music making. Must be registered to participate. Cost: FREE
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READING Elgin County Library Bayham Public Library, 9366 Plank Rd, Straffordville
Belmont Public Library, 14134 Belmont Rd, Belmont Fred Bodsworth Public Library, 21 Pitt St, Port Burwell John Kenneth Galbraith Reference Library, 136 Shackleton St, Dutton Old Town Hall Library, 38 John St South, Aylmer Port Stanley Public Library, 302 Bridge St, Port Stanley, 519-782-4241 Rodney Public Library, 207 Furnival Rd, Rodney Shedden Public Library, 9557 Union Rd, Shedden Springfield Public Library, 12105 Whittaker Rd, Springfield ô West Lorne Public Library, 160 Main St, West Lorne ô Eileen De Jager, 519-866-3584, www.library.elgin-county.on.ca dult Book Club A Adults Available at Straffordville, Dutton, Aylmer, Port Stanley, Rodney, Shedden, Springfield and West Lorne branches. Do you like to discuss books with your friends? Come and check out the book clubs at your local branch. Rodney: 7:30-8:30pm. West Lorne: last Thurs evening of every month. Straffordville: last Tues of every month. Springfield: 2nd Tues of every month. Port Stanley: 3rd Tues at 7pm. Shedden: 2nd Tues, 2:30-3:30pm. Cost: FREE
Boys Club C hildren
Available at Straffordville, Dutton, Rodney and West Lorne branches. An hour of fun for boys (grades 4-6). Straffordville Library: every 3rd Mon 6:30-7:30pm. Dutton: “Boys Really Rock!”, every 4th Tues 4-5pm. Rodney Library: 1st Mon of the month 4-5pm. West Lorne Library: 1st Thurs of the month 4-5pm. Springfield: every 4th Tues (Oct-May). Cost: FREE/minimal
Girls Club C hildren
Available at Straffordville, Dutton, Rodney and West Lorne Branches. An hour of fun for girls aged 9-12. Straffordville Library: every 2nd Thurs, 6:30-7:30pm. Dutton: “Groovy Girls’ Club”, every 3rd Tues 4-5pm. Rodney Library: last Mon of the month 4-5pm. West Lorne Library: 1st Tues of the month 4-5pm. Springfield: 1st Tues (Oct-May). Cost: FREE/minimal
Kids Club C hildren
Available at Straffordville and Dutton branches. A fun-filled program for children (grades 1-3) that focuses on storytelling, reading, songs and crafts. Straffordville: “Kidz Corner”, every 1st Tues of each month 6:30-7:30pm (Oct-May). Dutton: “Kids Corner”, every 2nd Tues of each month 4-5pm. Port Stanley: Mon evenings 6-6:45pm (Sept to May). Contact the library for more information. Cost: FREE/minimal
Mother/Daughter Book Club F amily, Teens
Available at Dutton and Aylmer branches. Both mother/guardian and daughter read the book of the month and share their thoughts with the group. Aylmer Old Town Hall Library: girls ages 12+ and their mother/guardian, 3rd Thurs of each month at 6:30pm. Dutton: girls (grade 4-6) and their mother/guardian, 2nd Tues of each month at 6:30pm. Cost: FREE
Mystery Lovers Book Club A dults, Seniors
Available at Belmont branch. Do you have a passion for mysteries? Come and check out our Mystery Lovers’ Book Club. Tues, every 3rd, Sept to May. Cost: FREE
Pre-School Story Time U nder 5
Available at Straffordville, Belmont, Port Burwell, Dutton, Aylmer, Port Stanley, Rodney, Shedden, Springfield and West Lorne branches. Come and join us for a fun-filled morning with stories, songs and crafts. Caregivers are encouraged to allow children to attend and participate on their own but must remain in the library at all times. Available at all locations. Please call your local branch for more information on dates and times. Cost: FREE
Seniors Book Club S eniors
Available at West Lorne branch. Visit the library for a lively discussion about books and authors. Last Tues of each month, 2:30-3:30pm. Cost: FREE
Summer Reading Club C hildren
Available at Straffordville, Belmont, Port Burwell, Dutton, Aylmer, Port Stanley, Rodney, Shedden, Springfield, and West Lorne branches. A fun way to keep school-age children interested in reading over the summer months. Each branch has a variety of activities that encourage reading through fun activities and programs based on a Summer Reading Club theme. Check our website for more information and dates. Cost: FREE
Teen Club T eens
Available at Straffordville, Dutton and West Lorne branches. Join this group for teens (aged 13+/grade 7+), to share and discuss whatever you happen to be reading, and to have a lot of fun! Straffordville Library: every second Tues of each month, 6:30-7:30pm. Dutton: third Thurs of each month at 6:30pm. Cost: FREE/minimal
Teen Summer Reading Club T eens
Available at Straffordville, Belmont, Dutton, Aylmer and Springfield branches. Teens are encouraged to read, relax and have fun during the summer and win prizes! Call your branch or check our website for more information on dates and events. Cost: FREE
Winter Reading Club C hildren, Family
Available at Rodney branch. The Winter Reading Club is focused on families reading and having fun together at the library. Call your library or check our website for more information on dates, times and events. Belmont Library, Springfield Library, Straffordville Library, Port Burwell Library, Dutton Library. Cost: FREE
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RINGETTE St. Thomas Ringette Association
S t. Thomas Timken Community Centre, 2 Third Ave, St. Thomas 么 St. Thomas-Elgin Memorial Community Centre, 80 Wilson Ave, St. Thomas 么 Callie Murray, 519-633-0543, www.stthomasringette.ca
S t. Thomas Thunder Adults, Children, Teens, Under 5 A hometown club that is dedicated to a positive environment for the promotion of youth ringette in St. Thomas and surrounding areas. Ages 4-18+. Sept-Mar. Cost: Visit website for details
Ringette is truly the fastest game on ice that promotes teamwork and team spirit. We are a hometown club dedicated to a positive environment for the promotion of youth ringette in St.Thomas and surrounding areas.
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RUNNING Fitness to the Max Fitness to the Max, 30 Talbot St East, Aylmer, 519-765-3777
Run For Your Life Terri Biloski, 519-637-0333
L earn to Run All Ages Learn to run in a slow, injury free program. Call for start date of next session or check our website. Cost: $50+HST/8 wk session
L earn to Run Adults, Teens Run For Your Life, 39 Burwell Rd, St. Thomas, 519-637-0333 ô Tues 6pm, Thurs 7am & Sat 8am. All you need is a pair of running shoes and the desire to succeed. Cost: $50
Stefanie Thompson, 519-765-3777, www.fitnesstothemax.ca
Resolution Run F amily
St. Thomas Health Club St. Thomas Health Club, 39 Burwell Rd, St. Thomas
Traci Faith Langford, 519-633-8481, www.stthomashealthclub.ca
C adillac, Reformers Trapez, Chairs All Ages Learn to run marathon groups. Contact Terri at Run For Your Life, 519-637-0333. Non-members welcome. Cost: Contact for details
Run For Your Life, 39 Burwell Rd, St. Thomas, 519-637-0333 ô Don’t miss the chance to see the year out with one last fun filled run. This is an event where speed does not matter. Simply predict your finishing time over a 5km or 10km course. Closest to predicted time are the winners. Awards will be for 1st, 2nd, 3rd in both male and female open classes. Routes will be announced on the day. Cost: $0 to $30
Running Clinics A dults, Teens
Run For Your Life, 39 Burwell Rd, St. Thomas, 519-637-0333 ô 10km clinic Mon 6am, Wed 6pm & Sat 8am; half- and full-marathon clinics Mon 6am, Tues 6pm, Wed 6pm & Sat 8am. Cost: $50/10km clinic, $60/half & full marathon clinics
Youth Running Club C hildren, Teens
Pinafore Park, Elm St, St. Thomas Pinafore Park, Tues evenings at 6pm. For more information or to preregister contact Terri by phone, at Run For Your Life in the St. Thomas Health & Wellness Centre, 39 Burwell Rd, St. Thomas, or email runforyourlifecanada@rogers.com. Cost: FREE
SHOOTING/ARCHERY East Elgin Sportsmen’s Association
E ast Elgin Sportsmen’s Assn., County Rd 40, Aylmer (btw Hwy 3 & Springfield), John Evers, 519-773-8868, www.eesa.ca
S enior and Junior Archery Adults 100 foot indoor archery range, bullseye and 3D targets. Adult and Junior programs. Cost: Membership $180/yr Shooting: Bullseye, Trap, Handgun, Sport Rifle, International Practical Shooting Confederation Family
St. Thomas Gun Club Cowan Park, 123 St George St, St. Thomas
ob Dymock or Ron Langley, 519-631-1174 or 519-633-3925, B www.stthomasgunclub.com
T rap and Skeet Shooting; Archery Adults, Children, Teens Ages 9+. Activities include trap and skeet shooting. It is $4/round for targets. Archery is also available but you must clean up the targets. Cost: $150/yr, plus $36 for Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters insurance
EESA has several ranges including 300m rifle, 100yd rifle, 85yd handgun, 45m action pistol, indoor 25m handgun and indoor air pistol and rifle. Cost: Membership $180/yr
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SKATING Belmont Arena and Community Centre
B elmont Arena & Community Centre, 14020 Belmont Rd, Belmont ô Stu Erison, 519-644-0190
M oms and Tots Adults, Under 5 Skating for preschoolers and adults. Sept-Mar. Wed & Thurs from 10am-12pm. Cost: $1.50/under 12 yrs, $2/12+ yrs
Belmont Skating Club Belmont Arena & Community Centre, 14020 Belmont Rd, Belmont ô Nicole Kummer, 519-644-1184
C anSkate Children, Under 5 Beginners lessons. 7 levels available. 23 week program, Tues evenings from Sept-Mar. Registration in Sept. Cost: $265/yr, including CFSA registration StarSkate/Junior Program C hildren, Teens
Development program for skaters who have completed CanSkate. 23 week program, Tues evenings from Sept-Mar. Registration in Sept. Cost: $295/yr, including CFSA registration
East Elgin Community Complex
E ast Elgin Community Complex, 531 Talbot St West, Aylmer ô Theresa Klachan, 519-773-5631, www.eastelgincommunitycomplex.ca
F igure Skating All Ages, Family Mon 2-4pm, Wed & Thurs 3-5pm (subject to change). Maximum 25 skaters. Cost: $5/skater Speed Skating C hildren
Jan-Mar, 11 sessions 1 hr/week. Including 2 hour mini-meet at the conclusion of the program. Cost: $110/season, includes OSSA membership
Tiny Tots Skate U nder 5
Skating for preschool aged children (5 and under) and their parent/ guardian. Tues & Thurs 10:30-11:30am (subject to change). Cost: FREE
East Elgin Synchronized Skating Club
E ast Elgin Community Complex, 531 Talbot St West, Aylmer ô Lois Hathaway, 519-768-2825 eastelginsynchronizedskatingclub.weebly.com
S ynchronized Skating Adults Sun from 9-10:20am. Cost: $450 (subject to change)
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Port Stanley Ice Breakers St. Thomas Timken Community Centre, 2 Third Ave, St. Thomas ô endy Coombs, 519-207-2004 W www.portstanleyicebreakers.weebly.com
A dult Synchronized Skating Team Adults The Ice Breakers have been competing successfully at the national level for several years. Weekly practices, social events. Registration fee includes: custom made competition dress, travel and accommodation expenses for all regular competitions, warm-up outfits, ice and hall rental and coaching fees. Personal fundraising avail. Cost: Approx $1200 registration
Port Stanley Skating Club Rhonda Simon, 519-637-0743, www.portskating.ca C anPower: Beginner CanPower Children Port Stanley Arena & Community Centre, 332 Carlow Rd, Port Stanley, 519-782-3072 ô Cost: $90/session Junior and Senior Figure Skating C hildren, Teens
Port Stanley Arena & Community Centre, 332 Carlow Rd, Port Stanley, 519-782-3072 ô Cost: $187-387
Learn to Skate C hildren
Port Stanley Arena & Community Centre, 332 Carlow Rd, Port Stanley, 519-782-3072 ô CanSkate is Skate Canada’s flagship learn-to-skate program, designed for beginners of all ages. When you sign up for CanSkate you will be in a program that focuses on fun, participation and basic skill development. You will earn badges and other incentives as you learn fundamental skating skills. Cost: $150/session; family discounts available
Synchronized Skating C hildren, Teens
St. Thomas Timken Community Centre, 2 Third Ave, St. Thomas ô Does not include travel uniform, skating outfits. Cost: $500-675
St. Thomas EnergICE Synchronized Skating S t. Thomas Timken Community Centre, 2 Third Ave, St. Thomas ô
Wendy Coombs, 519-207-2004, www.stthomasenergice.weebly.com
S t. Thomas EnergICE Synchronized Skating Adults EnergICE is an Adult 3 team with ages presently ranging from 25-55 yrs of age. This is a team who knows how to have fun while achieving their goals. The above fee includes all dry land training, ice time, coaching, a dress, tights, team t- shirt travel and accommodation, etc. Cost: Approx $800
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SKATING St. Thomas Parks and Recreation Department St. Thomas Timken Community Centre, 2 Third Ave, St. Thomas ô St. Thomas-Elgin Memorial Community Centre, 80 Wilson Ave, St. Thomas ô Allie Boddy, 519-633-7112, www.city.st-thomas.on.ca
L earn to Skate Children This program is designed to teach beginner skaters the fundamentals of ice skating in a fun and exciting atmosphere. This program is designed for children who are looking to learn how to skate. Ages 3-6/7-12. Sun 8:30-9am/9:05-9:35am/4:15-4:45pm. Cost: $62
St. Thomas Skating Club St. Thomas-Elgin Memorial Community Centre,
80 Wilson Ave, St. Thomas ô Denise Lunn, 519-637-8946, www.stthomasskatingclub.com
A dult Skate Adults Adult skating is growing in popularity and more clubs are offering recreational, test and competitive opportunities for adults. Figure Skating - revisit previous skills in a fun & supportive environment. Powerskating - sharpen your edge! Learn-to-Skate - it’s never too late to learn! Cost: Visit website for details Advanced CanPowerSkate C hildren, Teens
DO you want... A competitive edge? To improve speed and power or need to be faster and more powerful on your skates? To be trained by those who train the Junior B Stars? The only real competitive advantage? Speed and power? Then you need Power Skating! Targeting strong skaters or those who are older, ages 8-13. Cost: Visit website for details
CanPowerSkate Children
CanPowerSkate is a high energy instructional skating program geared to hockey and ringette skaters that focuses on balance, power, agility, speed and endurance. Skills, techniques and conditioning drills are taught in a progressive format. Program geared to skaters 5-6yrs. Full CSA approved hockey/ringette equipment is mandatory. Cost: Visit website for details
CanSkate Children
CanSkate was developed by experts to teach the fundamentals of skating in a progressive and sequential manner. Designed for beginners of all ages, the focus is on fun, participation and basic skill development. Participants earn badges as skills are mastered and progress through the program at their own rate. Skaters are taught in group lessons. Cost: Visit website for details
Figure Skating A dults, Children, Teens, Under 5
Programs offered with the St. Thomas Skating Club: PreSkate, CanSkate, CanPowerSkate, STARSkate, CompetitiveSkate, AdultSkate & Synchronized Skating. We also offer off-ice program training for the CanSkate, STARSkate and CompetitiveSkate programs. Please see website for program details, including costs. Cost: Visit website for details
Pre-CanPowerSkate Children, Under 5
Pre-Power is designed for young skaters, approximately 3-4 yrs old who can stand up on skates and move forward (shuffle, walk or glide). Pre-Power helps develop basic skating abilities in a power skating-specific environment, including balance skills, forward and backward skating, stopping, turning and agility skills. CSA approved helmet mandatory. Cost: Visit website for details
Pre-Skate Under 5
PreSkate is offered to beginners with little or no skating experience. Minimum age recommended is 3-4yrs old. Professional Coaches supervise and instruct for this program, while Program Assistants demonstrate and help children perform skills. No parents or siblings allowed on the ice. A CSA approved hockey helmet is mandatory. Cost: Visit website for details
STARSkate Children, Teens
STARSkate offers opportunities for skaters of all ages to develop fundamental figure skating skills in the areas of ice dance, skating skills, free skate and interpretive skating. Skaters have the option of taking Skate Canada Tests and competing. Skaters must have a certified Professional Coach and private lessons at this level. Cost: Visit website for details
Synchronized Skating A dults, Children, Teens
Many levels of synchronized skating are offered-for both children and adults! Does not include travel uniform, skating outfits, etc. Please see website for program details or contact Stacey Robinson at 519-637-6294. Cost: $425-800
West Elgin Skating Club West Elgin Arena, 171 Graham St, West Lorne
Melissa Wardell, 519-785-2222, www.westelginskatingclub.ca
C anSkate Children, Teens, Under 5 CanSkate has levels 1-7 and those who are levels 1-3 must have a safety approved helmet. This is our beginner “learn to skate” program. Please visit our website for registration information in Aug & Sept. Sessions run from Sept-Mar each year, and all skaters are invited to participate in our annual Skating Carnival. Private lessons are available with our professional coaches.
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SKATING - PUBLIC SKATING Belmont Arena and Community Centre
B elmont Arena & Community Centre, 14020 Belmont Rd, Belmont ô Stu Erison, 519-644-0190
P ublic Skating All Ages, Family Supervised public skate, every Sun, Sept to Mar, 2-3:30pm. Cost: $1.50/under 12 yrs, $2/12+ yrs
Port Stanley Arena & Community Centre
P ort Stanley Arena and Community Centre, 332 Carlow Rd, Port Stanley, 519-782-3072 ô Stu Erison, 519-782-3072
M oms and Tots Adults, Under 5 Wed, 10am-12pm, Sept-Apr. Cost: $1.50/under 12 yrs, $2/12 yrs & up
East Elgin Community Complex
Public Skating A ll Ages
A dult Skate Adults Tues & Thurs from 9:30-10:30am (subject to change). Cost: $3/skater
St. Thomas Parks and Recreation Department Allie Boddy, 519-633-7112, www.city.st-thomas.on.ca
E ast Elgin Community Complex, 531 Talbot St West, Aylmer ô Theresa Klachan, 519-773-5631, www.eastelgincommunitycomplex.ca
Family Skate F amily
Traditionally, the last Fri of each month, 5-6pm (subject to change). Cost: $6/family; rental skates available $2/pair
Public Skating A ll Ages, Family
Sun 1-2:30pm Sept 9, 2012 until Mar 24, 2013 (subject to change). Cost: $2/student, $3/adult, $6/family; rental skates available $2/pair
Public Skating (School Breaks) A ll Ages
Sun 1-2:30pm, Sept through Mar (subject to change). Cost: $2/student, $3/adult, $6/family; rental skates available $2/pair
Sun, 1-2:30pm, Sept-Apr.
Leisure Skate: Adults with Preschoolers,
Little Players or Adults only A ll Ages
St. Thomas Timken Community Centre, 2 Third Ave, St. Thomas ô Available each weekday, times vary, pick up a schedule at the Timken Centre or go online to the Parks and Recreation Services page on the City of St. Thomas website. Cost: $59.90/season
Public Skating A ll Ages, Family
St. Thomas-Elgin Memorial Community Centre, 80 Wilson Ave, St. Thomas ô Recreational Skating for all ages. This program runs every Sun from 1:15-2:45pm. Please bring your own skates and helmet. Cost: $2.25/child, $2.50/student, $2.50/senior, $3/adult, $9/family
West Elgin Arena & Recreation Department est Elgin Arena, 171 Graham St, West Lorne W Jeff Slater, 519-768-1380
A dult Skating Adults Sept to Mar. Adults can come out for some good old fashioned Canadian exercise, skate to the music, and create new friendships. This is a free program for adults only, and operates Wed from 1-3pm. Cost: FREE Public Skating A ll Ages, Family
Sept to Mar. The Public Skating program runs throughout the ice season. Normally Sun from 1-3pm. Special sessions are scheduled as ice time becomes available. Cost: $2/person, $5/family
Tots Skating U nder 5
Sept to Mar. An opportunity for parents and their pre-school aged children to participate in an unstructured skating activity. There is no charge for this program that runs Wed from 10-11:30am. Cost: FREE
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SOCCER East Elgin Youth Soccer Columbus Park, Van Patter Line & Imperial Rd, Aylmer
St. Thomas Soccer Club Various Locations
C o-ed Soccer Children, Teens, Under 5 Once/week, late May to late Aug. Consult website for current information on program being offered. Three foundation principles are “safe, fun and fair.” Cost: $45/player (subject to change)
S enior Recreational Soccer Adults, Teens Men and women 16+. Season runs May-Aug. Registration is Jan & Feb. Cost: $100
Jeff Robinson, 519-773-7235, www.eastelginsoccer.ca
Rodney Minor Soccer Various Locations Taraesa Tellier, 519-785-0884
S occer Children, Under 5 Supplied with a shirt, shorts and socks. Must bring own shoes and shin pads. One year-end tournament and one throughout the summer. Volunteer fee of $50 is refundable with completed volunteer form. Also offers a British soccer camp. Cost: $45/child 5 yrs & under, $60/child 6 yrs & up, plus $50 volunteer fee/family
Andrew Buttigieg, 519-671-7614, www.soccer-st-thomas.on.ca
Travel Soccer C hildren, Teens
Ages 10-18. Competitive. Season runs May-Aug. Registration is Jan & Feb. Cost: $230
Winter Program A dults, Children, Teens
Ages 7+. Takes place in high school gyms; Sun. Cost: $80-130
Youth House League C hildren, Teens, Under 5
Ages 4-16. Recreational. Season runs May-Aug. Registration is Jan & Feb. Cost: $60-120
Shedden Soccer Southwold Keystone Complex, 35921 Talbot Line, Shedden ô
St. Thomas Special Olympics St Joseph’s Catholic High School, 100 Bill Martyn Pkwy, St. Thomas
L adies Recreational Soccer (in house) Adults 5 on 5 Sun evenings for fun and fitness. First come first serve. Complete registration form and fee. All games in Shedden. Cost: $50 (subject to change)
S occer Adults, Children, Teens Mon 6:30-7:30, Jun-Aug. Cost: $3/practice
Michelle Lackey, 519-764-2865, www.sheddensoccer.ca
Teen Teams T eens
Participate in West London Soccer League (WLSL). Cost: $140 (subject to change)
Youth Teams C hildren
In Southwest Elgin Minor Soccer League (SWEMSL), participate with Wallacetown, West Lorne, Rodney and Glencoe. Cost: $45-90 (subject to change)
Noreen Lanning, 519-782-3621, www.osoinc.com
Talbotville Optimist Soccer
T albotville Optimist Park, Talbotville-Gore Rd, Southwold Lynda Wray, 519-764-2190, www.talbotvilleminorsports.com
C o-ed Recreational House League Children Check out the website for registration information and forms or email talbotvillesports@gmail.com. Boys & girls 4-10 yrs. Cost: $60 registration, $85 late registration; $20 shirt deposit
St. Thomas Parks and Recreation Department St. Thomas Timken Community Centre, 2 Third Ave, St. Thomas ô Allie Boddy, 519-633-7112, www.city.st-thomas.on.ca
I ndoor Soccer Children This program will teach participants the basic skills of soccer, with foot handling, dribbling, passing and shooting. Each week will include a scrimmage along with a small instructional warm-up. Ages 3-4/5-7/8-12. Sat 3-3:30pm/3:35-4:20pm/4:25-5:25pm. Cost: $26
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SPECIALTY PROGRAMS Dance Pointe Studio Dance Pointe, 112 Curtis Ave, St. Thomas
Merrymount Children’s Centre
Lee & Amber Mattox, 519-207-1715, www.studiodancepointe.com
M errymount Children’s Centre, 579 Talbot St, St. Thomas, 519-637-1667 Deb Bloomfield, 519-631-5259
A erial Circus Arts Adults, Children, Teens Cirque performance arts: Aerial Silks, Trapeze, Lyria and Spanish Web. Come learn to fly with us. You no longer have to travel to Toronto, Montreal or Detroit to train in the cirque arts. Cost: Contact for details
C OPE Family Parents of children ages 3-12. The program will assist parents with understanding child development, behaviours and transitional periods. Cost: FREE
Enjoy the Journey Inc. Enjoy the Journey Inc, 456 Talbot St, St. Thomas
Ontario Early Years Elgin-Middlesex-London Ontario Early Years Centre - Aylmer, 24 John St, Aylmer ô
Brenda Dowell, 519-319-2378, www.etjyoga.com
M editation All Ages Meditation & breathwork class. Learn to bring your mind & body into balance through guided meditation, imagery & conscious breathwork. Cost: $118/8 wks
Fanshawe College - St. Thomas/Elgin Campus Fanshawe College - St. Thomas/Elgin Campus, 120 Bill Martyn Pkwy, St. Thomas, 519-633-2030 ô Debra Burgess, 519-633-2030, www.fanshawec.ca/stthomas
H erbal Teas Family Come out and learn about herbal teas and how they can compliment your day. Learn about the healing techniques and which teas you can make yourself. Call or visit website for details. Cost: $54.87/2 sessions iPad Courses F amily
Are you interested in buying an iPad? Learning how to use an iPad? Create documents, work with digital photos and watch videos on your iPad? There are many courses available to help you. Call or vistit website for more details. Cost: Varies; contact for details
Reiki Family
Reiki is a gentle method of healing with energy. Treating the whole body and healing on all levels; physically, emotionally, and mentally. Lack of harmony on any level will cause imbalance which Reiki can help to bring back. Call or vistit website for more details. Cost: $54.87/2 sessions
Social Networking for Parents F amily
Is your child always on Facebook? Are they constantly watching web videos? Are they talking about “tweeting” but not about birds? This introductory course will guide parents through social networking sites like Facebook, YouTube & Twitter. Learn the basic language of the sites. Call or vistit website for more details. Cost: $60.23/2 sessions
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Ontario Early Years Centre - St. Thomas, 7 Morrison Dr, St. Thomas ô Various Locations Kim Mullings, 519-631-9496
O utreach Playgroups Family, Under 5 Please call for locations and times. Parents must accompany their children. Programming suitable for children 0-6 yrs. Outreach programming includes: games, crafts, songs, stories and fine/gross motor. Cost: FREE Play and Learn F amily, Under 5
Offers a variety of activities for families with children ages 0-6. Activity areas include dramatic play, crafts, blocks, books and puzzles, sensory and fine motor. Weather permitting, we will also have outdoor activities. Children will enjoy snack time and circle time is offered every day at the end of the program. Cost: FREE
Workshops Adults
Most workshops are for parents/caregivers/professionals. Contact for details for workshops available. Visit website for our calendar of events. Cost: FREE
Serenity Now Yoga Serenity Now Yoga Studio, 36499 Second Line, Southwold Nicole Balogh, 519-777-9400, www.serenitynowyoga.ca
H ealing Circle All Ages Last Sat of each month, 9:30-11am. A “Healing Circle” is a gathering for anyone who would like to experience a hands on healing session, or anyone who would like to practice their skills. All forms of energy work are welcomed and appreciated. Everyone is welcome, no need to register, just show up! Cost: Donation Meditation Adults
Please join us for Meditation every Thurs evening 8-9pm. Each week we explore one of the many different paths to turning within. When you are at perfect peace within, you will be able to withstand the stresses and strains without. No need to register, just come. Cost: Donation
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SPECIALTY PROGRAMS St. Thomas Parks and Recreation Department Pinafore Park, Elm St, St. Thomas
St. Thomas Timken Community Centre, 2 Third Ave, St. Thomas ô St. Thomas-Elgin Memorial Community Centre, 80 Wilson Ave, St. Thomas ô Allie Boddy, 519-633-7112, www.city.st-thomas.on.ca
B irthday Party Rentals Children Why not host your next children’s birthday party here with the Parks and Recreation Department. Room sizes and amenities vary. Packages can include one hour of ice time, staff members can provide activities for children, pizza, cake and much more. Call the Parks and Recreation Department today. Cost: Varies from $7.44-228.24/hr
St. Thomas-Elgin Family YMCA St. Thomas-Elgin Family YMCA, 20 High St, St. Thomas ô
YWCA St. Thomas-Elgin Front Desk, 519-631-9800, www.ywcastthomaselgin.org A dult Education Adults YWCA St. Thomas-Elgin, 16 Mary St West, St. Thomas Tutoring sessions available for adults wanting to upgrade to grade 12 or GED equivalent. Program to help adults achieve various goals. Cost: FREE Computer Classes A dults
Aylmer Community Services, 25 Centre St, Aylmer, 519-765-2082 Windows XP for Beginners: learn basics of computer operation, internet access and safety, and email. Microsoft Word 2007: learn the basics of word processing, create, save and print documents. Microsoft Excel 2007: learn basics of creating computerized spreadsheets, charts and graphs. For more info including start times, call 519-6319800 or 519-765-2082. Cost: FREE
Katie Payler, 519-631-2418, www.ymcawo.ca/sty.html
Y Not Shrink It Adults, Seniors, Teens
Participants are separated into teams to challenge the other team members to lose the most weight over an 8 week period. Members work out as a team with a personal trainer twice a week and at least once on their own. Nutritional advice is given with lots of motivation. Cost: Visit website for details
Keep Active!
Tiny Tots Co-op Nursery School Tiny Tots Co-op Nursery School, 217 Furnival Rd, Rodney Shelley Smith, 519 785-2164
Co-op Nursery School, Play Groups, Toy & Resource
Lending Library, 2nd hand Children’s Clothing Store F amily Preschool class 2 mornings/week. Toddler class 1 morning/week. Two play groups/week. A large assortment of toys, games, videos, DVDs, books, electronic games, etc, to borrow on a 2 week loan basis. Tiny Tots Closet sells gently used children’s clothing. Cost: Membership $15, plus fees for programs
Prevent a Fall Before it Happens • Regular physical activity and exercise can increase muscle strength, improve balance, and help prevent falls • 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous activity each week is recommended FREE RESOURCE
Exercises at the Kitchen Sink Available by calling 519-631-9900 or at www.elginhealth.on.ca/fallsprevention
Supported by Elgin Safety Team for Adults
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TRACK & FIELD St. Thomas Legion Track and Field Club
P arkside Collegiate Institute, 241 Sunset Dr, St. Thomas ô Harry Stantsos, 519-649-4329, www.stl-trackandfield.ca
T rack and Field Adults, Children, Teens Year round (Nov-Aug) Tues, Thurs and Sat. Anyone with a strong desire for self improvement as well as individual and team competition is welcome. Our club has highly trained and skilled coaches to offer training in all the events represented in “athletics”. Cost: Varies; contact for details
St. Thomas Special Olympics St Joseph’s Catholic High School, 100 Bill Martyn Pkwy, St. Thomas Noreen Lanning, 519-782-3621, www.osoinc.com
T rack and Field Adults, Children, Teens Wed 6:30/7:30, May-Aug. Cost: $3/practice
VOLLEYBALL Adult Recreational Volleyball
W est Elgin Secondary School, 139 Graham St, West Lorne, 519-768-1350 Paul Dupuis, 519-768-1500
A dult Recreational Volleyball League Adults Ages 25+. Co-ed, recreational. Wed evenings, 7:30-9:30pm, Oct-Mar. Cost: $25
Enjoy a refreshing day or weekend with all that Mother Nature has to offer.
People in Harmony with Nature seasonal and overnight camping beach • fishing • picnic areas bird watching • playground hiking trails • swimming pools disc golf canoe rental kids’ activities
Ontario Volleyball Association
W est Elgin Warriors Volleyball Club Teens The West Elgin Warriors Volleyball Club competes as a member of the Ontario Volleyball Association. Most members come from Western Elgin County, St. Thomas, Strathroy, and Glencoe. There are 2 practices/week and one monthly tournament. The season runs from Oct-Apr and the tournaments can be held anywhere in Ontario. Cost: $450/yr
519-631-1009
LAKE WHITTAKER CONSERVATION AREA
St. Thomas Health Club St. Thomas Health Club, 39 Burwell Rd, St. Thomas
519-269-3592
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D rop-in Co-ed Volleyball Adults Offered in winter, once/week, indoors. For those who want to come out to practise and play for fun. Tues nights starting Nov 6, 6-8pm. Cost: $2.25/participant W est Elgin Secondary School, 139 Graham St, West Lorne, 519-768-1350 Joe Kalita, 519-287-3544, www.warriorsvolleyball.ca
DALEWOOD CONSERVATION AREA
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Dutton/Dunwich Parks and Recreation
D utton/Dunwich Community Centre, 1 Scotland St, Dutton Katie Ambrose, 519-762-3209
@KettleCreekCA
Traci Faith Langford, 519-633-8481, www.stthomashealthclub.ca
V olleyball Family We are now in the fall schedule starting up volleyball, come in for details. Cost: $0-260/yr
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WALKING/HIKING Dutton/Dunwich Seniors Centre
D utton/Dunwich Senior’s Centre, 185 Main St, Dutton Louie Lackey, 519-762-2364
W alking Group Seniors Outdoors, weather permitting, indoors at the Community Centre in poor weather. Mornings. Cost: Initial membership $5, suggested donation $1/activity
East Elgin Community Complex
E ast Elgin Community Complex, 531 Talbot St West, Aylmer ô Theresa Klachan, 519-773-5631, www.eastelgincommunitycomplex.ca
I ndoor Walking Seniors Tues & Thurs from 7-9am (subject to change). Cost: $1/walker
Elgin Hiking Trail Club Various Locations
Brian Wilsdon, 519-633-3064, www.elginhikingtrailclub.org
W alking and Hiking Trails All Ages, Family We organize more than 40 walks/year that are open to the public, maintain the 41km Elgin Hiking Trail from Port Stanley to Southdale Line, and promote safe hiking. Cost: Membership $20/yr
Hawk Cliff Hawkwatch Hawk Cliff, Hawk Cliff Rd
ave Brown or Tom Bolohan, 519-348-8150 D www.ezlink.ca/~thebrowns/HawkCliff/index.htm
H awk Watching, Bird Watching and Walking All Ages, Family On-site education program about hawks and hawk migration. Hawk watching, bird watching and walking along Hawk Cliff Rd are some of the activities available. Activities are funded through Hawkcliff memberships and donations/grants. Cost: FREE
Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority ommunity Relations Coordinator, 519-264-2420, www.ltvca.ca C W alking, Hiking and Fishing All Ages Dutton/Dunwich Conservation Area, 14494 Coyne Rd, Dutton The Dutton/Dunwich Conservation Area is a .92ha property (2.3 acres). From 401 take the Dutton interchange #149. Turn north onto Currie Rd (County Rd 8). Turn left onto Duff Line (County Rd 9). Turn right onto Coyne Rd, follow to the end. Located on the floodplain of the Thames River, a Canadian Heritage River. Fishing hot spot. Cost: FREE Walking/Hiking All Ages
Crane Conservation Area, 10588 Iona Rd, Southwold This 3 hectare property was donated to the LTVCA. From Hwy 401 take interchange #157, turn south onto Iona Rd (County Rd 14). Crane C. A. is located on the east side of Iona Rd, almost directly across from Shackleton Line. No facilities. Grassland and naturalized arboretum. Cost: FREE
MobilityFit Physiotherapy
Y WCA St. Thomas-Elgin, 16 Mary St West, St. Thomas Laura Hey, 519-637-8777, www.mobilityfit.ca Urban Poling: A Therapeutic Indoor Walking
Program Adults, Seniors
Urban Poling uses specially designed walking poles to enhance stability and proper gait. Laura Hey is a physiotherapist and a Certified Urban Poling Instructor. This is excellent for adults with mobility challenges looking for a low impact professionally supervised program to improve coordination, balance and endurance. Visit www. urbanpoling.com. Cost: $90/10 sessions, includes an assessment
Kettle Creek Conservation Authority
D alewood C. A., 10518 Dalewood Rd, St. Thomas, 519-631-1009 Dan Patterson C. A., 44014 Mapleton Line, St. Thomas Kirk-Cousins Mgmt Area, 2815 Westminster Dr, London, 519-631-1270 Lake Whittaker C. A., 5840 Whittaker Lane, Harrietsville Various Locations Luiza Moczarski, 519-631-1270, www.kettlecreekconservation.on.ca
H iking, Nature Viewing and Bird Watching A ll Ages, Family A 12 kilometre looped hiking trail circles the Dalewood Reservoir. A leisurely walk will bring you up close to a variety of wildlife including great blue herons, beavers and an array of song birds. Cost: Day use or seasonal day use permit
Enjoy all the Keystone Township has to offer, including ... FINGAL WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA & SOUTHWOLD EARTHWORKS
Thanks to the volunteers who have made these recent recreation initiatives possible:
• Children’s Playground in Fingal • Multi-activity Pad in Shedden • Picnic Shelter at Fingal Ball Diamond • Community Park in Ferndale
519-769-2010
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WALKING/HIKING Pearce Williams Christian Centre
P earce Williams United Church Christian Centre, 8009 Iona Rd, Fingal Joe Richards, 519-764-2317, www.pearcewilliams.org
H iking Trails All Ages Over 7km of marked hiking trails open to the public daily. Cost: FREE
St. Thomas Parks and Recreation Department St. Thomas Timken Community Centre, 2 Third Ave, St. Thomas 么 Allie Boddy, 519-633-7112, www.city.st-thomas.on.ca
R eith Fitness Track All Ages Open daily for the fall/winter season 8am-10pm. Cost: FREE
Port Burwell Provincial Park
P ort Burwell Provincial Park, 9 Wilson Lane, Port Burwell 么 519-874-4691, www.ontarioparks.com/ENGLISH/portb.html
G uided Hikes All Ages Call for information about upcoming programs. Cost: Park entrance fee
Rodney Winter Walking Program
R odney Recreation Centre, 135 Queen St, Rodney Jim Reynolds, 519-785-2149
W alking Program Adults, Seniors Exercise and social interaction offered indoors Tues, Wed, and Fri, Nov-Apr, 9-10:30am. Cost: FREE
St. Thomas Field Naturalist Club
K nox Presbyterian Church, 55 Hinks St, St. Thomas Neva, 519-769-2094
W ed Evening Walks All Ages, Family Members have an opportunity to participate in learning opportunities about birds, insects in general, wild flowers, plants indigenous to the Carolinian Zone, local fauna. Regular meetings are held the first Fri of the month Oct-May. Meetings are held at 7:30pm. Cost: $20/family/yr
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Tyrconnell Heritage Society - Backus-Page House John E. Pearce Provincial Park, 29424 Lakeview Line, Dutton/Dunwich Angela Bobier, 519-762-3072, www.backuspagehouse.ca
N ature Interpretation & Birding All Ages, Family Contact to find out about upcoming programs, or to arrange guided hikes or walks. Day use park, with trails and interpretive stops. Provincial Park Nature Trail Access A ll Ages
Enjoy the trails in the John E. Pearce Provincial Park, at your own leisure, as well as experience a glimpse of beautiful Lake Erie at one of the very few public access points above the bluffs that line the northern shoreline. Hiking through the park year round visitors may encounter native species like the pileated woodpecker or migratory birds. Cost: FREE
West Elgin Nature Club Grace Anglican Church, Morden St, West Lorne Marg Hulls, 519 762-2049
M on Walking Group-Nature Walks All Ages Scheduled Mon morning walks from the end of Sept-end of Jun. A number of special events during the year; meetings with guest speakers on topics of interest to naturalists the third Thurs from Sept-Apr except Dec for Xmas, bird count on the 27th annually with potluck supper to follow. Manage the W.E. Nature Reserve & Dutton/Dunwich Prairie. Cost: Membership $10/individual, $20/family
West Elgin Walking Program West Elgin Secondary School, 139 Graham St, West Lorne Charlie Conkite, 519-768-1382
I ndoor Walking All Ages, Family A warm, safe place to walk during cold weather. Usually starts in Nov when it starts to get cold. There are benches for resting and water fountains. Weekdays from 3:30-6pm. Cost: FREE
Call 519-631-9900 for details
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YOGA/TAI CHI Enjoy the Journey Inc. Enjoy the Journey Inc, 456 Talbot St, St. Thomas
Brenda Dowell, 519-319-2378, www.etjyoga.com
Y oga & Yoga Therapy All Ages Classes for Yoga: gentle, all levels, core, deepening, classes on meditation & breathwork, 1:1 for Yoga Therapy. Cost: Contact for details
Goodlife Fitness - 24 Hour Co-ed Club
G oodlife Fitness - 24 Hour Co-ed Club, 417 Wellington St, St. Thomas 么 Adam Glazer, 519-631-1501, www.goodlifefitness.com
Y oga Class Adults, Seniors, Teens Included in membership. 3 times/week. Contact for more details.
MobilityFit Physiotherapy St. Thomas-Elgin Family YMCA, 20 High St, St. Thomas 么 Laura Hey, 519-637-8777, www.mobilityfit.ca
T ai Chi for Arthritis Adults, Seniors An excellent program for adults with arthritis or mobility issues looking for a safe, gentle and effective professionally taught exercise class (see wwwtaichiforarthritis.com). Laura Hey is a Certified Tai for Arthritis instructor and physiotherapist with over 30 years experience. DVD available. Cost: $90/10 sessions, includes an assessment
Natural Health Therapy Centre
Nan Dhyana Yoga Dianna Dawson, BSW, MEd, CYT, CYA, 519-631-5894 M editation Classes Adults In Touch Massage & Wellness Centre, 2-4 Second Ave, St. Thomas, 519-637-8840 Meditating for Health: a 5 week, one hour workshop to explore the most popular forms of meditation. Back by popular demand. Course notes and a booklet provided for you to take home explaining meditation and how to do each one on your own. Taught by this semi-retired Clinical Social Worker and Counsellor who worked in the field of mental health. Cost: $75+HST/5 sessions Therapeutic Yoga Classes A dults
In Touch Massage & Wellness Centre, 2-4 Second Ave, St. Thomas, 519-637-8840 Union Sports Club, 6068 Bell St, Union Therapeutic yoga classes set up at various levels of difficulty from those who need the gentlest of yoga to those who want more of a physical challenge. Taught by a Certified Yoga Teacher with advanced training in Hatha, Anusara, Restorative, Gentle. Trained as a yoga therapist for the past two years. Slower, pain-free and suitable for anyone.
Therapeutic Yoga, Individual Sessions A dults
In Touch Massage & Wellness Centre, 2-4 Second Ave, St. Thomas, 519-637-8840 Individual Therapeutic Yoga sessions offered by a Certified Yoga Teacher and Yoga Therapist. Includes an in-depth assessment and take home yoga therapeutics to increase your physical functioning and well-being. Work slowly and mindfully in your pain free ROM whatever your goal. Cost: Contact for details
N atural Health Therapy Centre, 18 Metcalfe St, St. Thomas 么 Karen White, 519-633-0888
T herapeutic Exercise Programming/Yoga All Ages Yoga and yoga based therapeutic exercise programs, especially for those with shoulder and back injuries. Small classes or one on one instruction. Programs for corporate groups also available. Insurance coverage included. Cost: Varies; contact for details
Serenity Now Yoga Serenity Now Yoga Studio, 36499 Second Line, Southwold
Sparta Community Society Sparta Community Hall, RR#1, Sparta Sally Martyn, 519-775-2292
S parta Yoga Adults Every Wed morning from 10-11:30am we will be holding beginner and therapeutic yoga sessions. People new to yoga and experienced participants are welcome. Sessions will run from Jul till Aug. Call for more information. Cost: $90/8 wks
Nicole Balogh, 519-777-9400, www.serenitynowyoga.ca
Y oga Adults No registration. Passes allow flexibility - come once a week or more to any class. See website for schedule. Classes are open to all levels with an emphasis on breath, alignment and awareness. Each class is tailored to the needs of those that are attending. Personal sessions available. First class free. Namaste.
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YOGA/TAI CHI St. Thomas Seniors’ Centre St. Thomas Seniors’ Centre, 225 Chestnut St, St. Thomas
Union Sports Club Union Sports Club, 6068 Bell St, Union
T ai Chi Seniors Tai Chi improves balance, improves lower body strength, reduces stress and cuts the risk of falls. To try one of these classes come out to the St. Thomas Senior Centre. Tues & Fri 10am-11am; beginners Thurs 10am-11am. Cost: Membership $215/yr, $150/6 mos; $6 daily pass
Y oga Adults, Teens Mon & Wed mornings, 10-11:30am and Wed night, 7-8:30pm. Cost: Pay by the session or class
Angela Davis or Angela Ostojic, 519-633-2850
Yoga Seniors
Gentle yoga Wed 1-2pm. Cost: Membership $215/yr, $150/6 mos; $6 daily pass
St. Thomas-Elgin Family YMCA St. Thomas-Elgin Family YMCA, 20 High St, St. Thomas ô Katie Payler, 519-631-2418, www.ymcawo.ca/sty.html
Vicky Snowsell, 519-631-3840
Yoga on the Beach Port Stanley Lise Baronet, 519-476-0675, Facebook Y oga All Ages The ambiance of the lake at Harbour House studio Port Stanley. Hatha yoga, breathwork, meditation. Check Yoga on the Beach Port Stanley Facebook page for schedule, daily updates, and special workshops and events. Cost: Varies; contact for details
Y oga Adults, Seniors, Teens A class designed to use flowing yoga-inspired movements to create a strong, flexible body. Cost: Members free; non-members $12/adult, $7/youth, $6/senior
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS I can’t find Floor Hockey. Why isn’t it included? Try selecting “Hockey”. Many of the categories are very broadly defined. For example, “Hockey” includes Floor hockey, Ball Hockey, and Broomball; “Skating” includes Figure Skating, Speed Skating, Synchronized Skating, and Public Skating. How do I register for an activity? Use the information provided in the activity listing to contact the organization directly for more information about registration. How can my organization be included in the guide? All information included in the printed guide comes from data submitted to the www.activeelgin.ca website. If you would like to have your organization included in future editions of the guide, please visit the website and click on “Submit Your Activity”. If you have never submitted an activity, you will be asked to contact the administrator in order to set up a user name and password. Once you have a user name and password, you can then submit your sport, recreation, or leisure programs. The information will be reviewed by an administrator before they appear on the website. We submitted our organization/activity to the database, but it was not included in the printed guide. Why not? The publication deadline for January’s guide is October 15! Be sure to log into the www.activeelgin.ca website using your email and password to update/add your activities each year by October 15. Organizations that do not update their information by the deadline date are not included in the guide. This helps to ensure that the information in the guide is current. Also, submitted activities that do not align with the policies may not be included.
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What activities can be included? The Active Elgin Coalition has a policy that only organizations/ activities that offer sport, leisure or recreation programs can be included in the database and guide. For more information please review the policy section of the website or contact us for additional information. How can I edit the information about my organization or our activities? In order to edit your organization’s information, you must visit www.activeelgin.ca and login by clicking on “Submit Your Activity”. If you have forgotten your password and username let us know through the “Contact Us” feature. How can I advertise my organization and services in the Active Elgin Guide? The Active Elgin Guide provides a prime opportunity to advertise your organization and services to residents and businesses across Elgin-St. Thomas. The shelf life of the Active Elgin Guide is much longer than your typical advertising opportunity. A variety of ad sizes and rates are available and advertising space is reserved on a first-come, first-serve basis. Contact Elgin-St. Thomas Public Health at 519-631-9900 or email healthylifestyle@elginhealth.on.ca for more information on advertising in the 2014 guide! Who do I contact if I have questions or concerns? The best way to contact the Active Elgin Coalition is through the “Contact Us” section of the www.activeelgin.ca website. If you do not have internet access contact Elgin St. Thomas Public Health at 519-631-9900.
www.activeelgin.ca
ACTIVE ELGIN 2013 Contact the YWCA at the following locations for more information: Aylmer Community Services
25 Centre St, Aylmer, ON (519) 765-2082
YWCA St. Thomas-Elgin Kids Creative Cuisine
A 6-week program teaching children ages 9 to 13 how to cook tasty and nutritious meals.
Home Alone Safely
A 5-week program teaching the basic skills required to be safe and secure while alone in the home. Ages 9 to 12.
Red Cross Babysitting Course
For youth ages 11 and above. Youth learn how to care for children, safety tips, and some great games and fun ideas for babysitting.
PA Day Camps
Games, crafts, sports, drama and day trips. 7:30am to 5:30pm. January 18 • March 11-15 • April 19 • June 7
Rodney & Dutton Recreation Programs
16 Mary St W, St. Thomas, ON (519) 631-9800
Open Gym
West Elgin Support Services
School-aged children participate in sports & recreation.
Get active in our gym with your family and friends. No cost.
Before & After School Child Care
At New Sarum, Southwold, McGregor, Elgin Court and Mitchell Hepburn Public Schools.
www.ywcastthomaselgin.org
Get Gorgeous For Grad
For Grade 8 grads and high school grads in need of prom attire.
Aquafit Fitness Classes
Morning and evening at Terrace Lodge, Aylmer.
Women’s Day
Summer Adventure Camp
Children aged 3 to 12 enjoy games, sports, crafts, recreation, day trips, swimming and much more!
An annual full day event, March 2, 2013, for women of Elgin County, includes 3 workshops, guest speaker and lunch.
GirlSPACE
Stress Management and Relaxation Techniques for Girls
A leadership program for girls ages 8 to 12. Hands on activities and interactive discussion.
Swimming Lessons
160 Main St, West Lorne, ON (519) 768-0020
Red Cross levels 1 to 10, Baby & Me, Leadership Course. Classes offered year round in Aylmer.
An 8 week program for girls ages 8-12. Yoga, art, dance, healthy snacks.
ENCORE
An after breast cancer exercise program for women. Gentle land and water based exercises. No cost.
Learn about classes & workshops offered by our members, in areas such as pottery making, painting and knitting on our website at
www.elginartstrail.ca
1-877-GO-ELGIN
Call for your free Experience Elgin County & St. Thomas Guide today!
Many Savour Elgin members hold special events, including tastings and cooking demos throughout the year. Visit our website
www.savourelgin.ca to find out more.
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Providing our Community with Opportunities For Active & Healthy Lifestyles
Parks
Recreation and
2012/2013 Year round programs: Dance, Cooking, Arts and Crafts, Floor Hockey, Soccer, Badminton, Basketball, Gymnastics, Blastball, Learn to Skate, Little Tykes Hockey, 3 on 3 Spring Hockey, 50+ Hockey, Public Skating, Swimming Lessons, Summer Day Camp, Winter And March Break Camps, Walking Track, and so much more.
519-633-7112
www.city.st-thomas.on.ca