Community Services Fall 2022 Program Guide

Community Services Fall 2022 Program Guide

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MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR

MAYOR TOM MRAKAS

I hope everyone had a safe and fun summer and the kids are ready to start an exciting new school year.

On behalf of Aurora Town Council, I would like to present you with the Fall 2022 Program Guide. Take a look through this guide to learn more about the programs and services our Town has to offer. There are many ways that you and your family can stay active and healthy throughout the fall.

Learn how to swim or skate, enroll in a cooking or art class or take up a new sport. There are many course options to choose from for all ages.

Looking to get active? Club Aurora Fitness Centre offers a variety of ways to achieve your fitness goals.

The centre offers cardio and strength training equipment and several programs for all fitness levels.

Fitness testing and personal training are also available. The Chartwell Walking Track is an indoor gem within the facility and is free for the community to use. For more information about Club Aurora, please visit aurora.ca/clubaurora.

Aurora continues to grow and develop. In 2023, we will be formally opening Aurora Town Square (ATS) to the community. With two community spaces and unlimited possibilities, ATS is a place where all ages can come together to enjoy art, theatre, music, shopping, community events and activities.

Find out more about the Town programs, services and amenities, by visiting aurora.ca. To access an electronic version of this guide, visit aurora.ca/recguide.

Sincerely,

Mayor Tom Mrakas

Aurora Town Hall, 100 John West Way,Community Box 1000,Services Aurora,Program ON L4GGuide 6J1 | Fall 2022 905-726-4746 • tmrakas@aurora.ca • aurora.ca

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TABLE OF CONTENTS IN THIS ISSUE 1

Message From The Mayor

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Table of Contents

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Registration Information - Dates

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Registration Information - Policies

ON THE COVER

3 Registration - Starts August 15

5 Desjardins Days & Female Leadership Course 6

Facility Sponsorship

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Special Events

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Aurora Town Square

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Aurora Museum & Archives

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Aurora Cultural Centre

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Aurora Public Library

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Family Drop-In Programs

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Skating Activities

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Aurora Seniors Centre

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Facility Bookings

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Parks & Trails

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Community Directory

FITNESS & WELLNESS 22

Club Aurora Memberships

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Club Aurora Group Fitness Classes

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Fitness Registered Programs

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Squash

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Personal Training

AQUATICS 31

Public Swim Schedules

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General Aquatic Information

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Learn To Swim

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Aquatic Leadership Programs

PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS 43

Preschool Programs

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS 48

Children’s Programs

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P.A. Day Camps & Winterfest Camps

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Holiday Programs

INCLUSION SERVICES 54

Inclusion Services

COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT Director of Community Services Manager of Aurora Town Square Manager of Recreation Services Manager of Business Support Manager of Facilities Management Manager of Access Aurora Administrative Assistant to Director

Robin McDougall Phil Rose Lisa Warth John Firman Doug Bertrand Ivy Henriksen Nadia Quattromini

905-726-4717 365-500-3180 905-726-4765 365-500-3174 365-500-3181 905-726-4766 905-726-4707

PROGRAM LOCATIONS ACC – Aurora Community Centre 1 Community Centre Lane AFLC – Aurora Family Leisure Complex 135 Industrial Parkway N. ASC – Aurora Seniors’ Centre 90 John West Way SARC – Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex 1400 Wellington St. E.

Virtual Programs Online Note Additional program locations may be listed throughout the guide.

REGISTRATION ASSISTANCE & INFORMATION Need assistance or more information? We are here to help!

Simply check out our website, call, email or visit us in-person.

www.aurora.ca/eplay

905-841-7529 905-726-4770

rleisure@aurora.ca

AFLC SARC

YOUTH PROGRAMS 57

Youth Drop-In Programs

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Youth Programs

ADULT & OLDER ADULT PROGRAMS 65 2

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REGISTRATION INFORMATION

www.aurora.ca/recguide

www.aurora.ca/eplay

View Program Guide Online

Register Online

REGISTRATION DATES PROGRAMS & REGISTRATION DATES Online & In-Person

RECREATION & AQUATIC LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS Residents August 15

AQUATIC LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAMS

Non-Residents August 22

Note: Non-resident surcharge will apply to select programs.

Residents September 12

Non-Residents September 19

Note: We do not accept telephone registrations.

HOW TO REGISTER WHAT YOU NEED

• Your Email Address • Course Code/s • Payment Options - Visa / MasterCard # (with expiry date)

STEPS ONLINE REGISTRATION

Note: Register in-person at the AFLC or SARC.

• Go to the www.aurora.ca/eplay website and click on “Register Online”. ° Note: Online registration starts at 6:00am on the first day of registration.

• Log into your account.

• Search by course code or program name.

• Click to register and assign family member.

• Go to “CHECKOUT” to make a full payment and complete your registration.

• For assistance, please email Customer Service at rleisure@aurora.ca.

REGISTERED PROGRAMS

Pre-registration is required for registered programs.

Register online at www.aurora.ca/eplay or pay in-person at the AFLC or SARC.

DROP-INS & MEMBERSHIPS

To learn about admission to drop-in activities and memberships, please visit www.aurora.ca/passvalidation.

FAIR ACCESS

www.aurora.ca/fairaccess

FAIR Access (Fee Assistance in Recreation) is a confidential fee assistance program.

Qualifying residents may receive up to $250 per person, per calendar year to use towards a recreation program or drop-in activity.

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REGISTRATION INFORMATION REGISTRATION FORMS Please complete all of the required fields on your registration form to ensure that you are placed in the correct program.

REGISTRATIONS We reserve the right to withdraw, postpone, cancel or combine classes, limit registration, or change instructors. Every effort is made to enroll you in your 1st program choice. Submission of a registration form does not guarantee acceptance in the requested program. The Community Services Department will send out confirmation of your enrollment for mailed registrations only. If you have not received the confirmation two days prior to the program start date, please call 905-841-7529 for verbal confirmation. All NSF cheques will be charged $52.00 (tax included) and will need to be replaced by cash or certified cheque.

CANCELLATIONS If a program is cancelled, you will be notified by email or telephone.

You may transfer to another program, free of charge (subject to availability), receive a full refund, or apply a credit to your account.

REFUNDS All refund requests must be made IN WRITING. Please allow 2-3 weeks for all refunds to be processed. You can withdraw/transfer from a program using e-PLAY up to 14 days prior to the start of the program. For a withdrawal/transfer less than 14 days prior to the start of the program, please email rleisure@aurora.ca.

Non-Medical Refunds Non-medical related refund requests for ALL PROGRAMS except Aquatic Leadership will only be accepted prior to the second regularly scheduled class. Visit the Aquatic Leadership webpage for refund information at www.aurora.ca/aquaticleadership.

Cancellation Options

Refund Policy

7 Days or more prior to start of program.

Full refund, no administration fee.

6 Days or less prior to start of program.

Full refund, less the $23.25 administration fee.

After 1st class, before 2nd class.

Prorated refund, less the $23.25 administration fee.

After start of 2nd class.

No refund.

Refunds Due to Medical Issues For all programs and aquatic leadership courses, there will be no administration fee for refunds due to medical reasons (proration still applies). Refunds/transfers will be processed according to the date your written request is received by our Department.

Membership Refunds See Club Aurora Memberships page for refund information.

DROP-IN ACTIVITIES A visit is defined as an activity within the scheduled drop-in time.

WAITING LISTS If you cannot be accommodated in any of your selections, you are encouraged to add yourself to the waiting list for the program(s) of your choice. Every effort is made to accommodate program waitlists by either adding additional classes or transferring you into another available program, where possible.

TRANSFERS Transfers for swimming lessons will only be accepted prior to the second regularly scheduled class. There will be no penalty for transferring. Transfers for general programs can take place at any time, subject to availability.

DISCOUNTS When there are three or more children in the same family taking programs in the SAME PROGRAM AREA, the third and subsequent children will be charged half price. Discounts will be taken off the lower priced programs. For first time online registrations, the discount will be processed AFTER the registration and will be returned as a separate refund. This will happen automatically. For any subsequent online registrations within the SAME PROGRAM AREA, the discount will calculate automatically at time of checkout. In person registration discounts will be processed immediately. Registrations for all children must take place within the same transaction.

This does not apply to some of our Aquatic Leadership Programs, Private/Semi-Private Lessons, Special Events, or to Club Aurora Memberships or Specialty Programs.

SCHEDULES Our best effort is made to provide you with the most accurate information at the time of printing, however, schedules are subject to change. We reserve the right to cancel, amend, change, postpone or combine classes/activities that are listed in this guide. For the most up to date activity schedule, please refer to your e-PLAY account.

SAFE ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE Staff ask that parents/guardians walk their child(ren) into the program when dropping them off, and come into the room to pick them up. Please ensure the instructor is aware of your presence when you return to pick up your child. If your child is being picked up by someone else, please inform an instructor at the beginning of class.

PARTICIPANT BEHAVIOUR We want to create an environment of trust, safety and fun! Disrespectful or aggressive behaviour is not acceptable. If inappropriate behaviour occurs, a participant’s actions may lead to their removal.

PHOTOGRAPHS/VIDEOS Photographs/videos may be taken of your own family only. Permission to take photographs/videos must be granted by a Coordinator, Supervisor or program instructor prior to taking any photographs or videos. Additionally, some of our programs have a parent’s day where families can take photographs/videos (of their own family).

Underwater photography is not permitted.

Note: We reserve the right to cancel, amend or change programs and activities.

Programs may transfer locations virtually to Zoom.

Advertisements that appear in this publication are paid promotional material. The Corporation of the Town of Aurora has not reviewed the contents thereof or claims expressed therein and accepts no responsibility or liability for any indirect, incidental, special or consequential damages whatsoever for inaccurate information or unverifiable claims. There are no warranties of merchantable quality, satisfactory quality, merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose.

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DESJARDINS DAYS & FEMALE LEADERSHIP COURSE

Female Recreation and Active Living Leadership High School Course The Town of Aurora and ASK Online Canada are collaborating to bring a high school recreation and active living leadership course for females that want to be coaches and leaders in sport and recreation.

• NCCP coaching certification • First aid training • Leadership and communication skills training • Practice and event planning knowledge and much more!

Receive a grade 12 credit towards your OSSD! To learn more, contact Erin Hamilton at ehamilton@aurora.ca.

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FACILITY SPONSORSHIP

THANK YOU TO OUR NAMING RIGHTS SPONSORS! YOU MAKE A DIFFERENCE.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Louise Dyer

Facility Advertising & Sponsorship Coordinator 365-500-3175 • ldyer@aurora.ca

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SPECIAL EVENTS

MARK THESE DATES Aurora’s Multicultural Festival Saturday, September 24  Cultural Performances  Family Activities  Culinary Experiences www.aurora.ca/multiculturalfestival

Culture Days

Saturday, September 24 to Sunday, October 16  Cultural Performances and Experiences  Family Activities www.aurora.ca/culturedays

Colours of Fall Concert

Thursday, October 6  Pumpkin Carving  Corn Roast  Great Entertainment www.aurora.ca/fallconcert

Aurora’s Haunted Forest

Saturday, October 29  Decorated Trails  Spooky Cabin Walk-Throughs  Family Activities www.aurora.ca/hauntedforest To volunteer, please visit www.aurora.ca/volunteer.

We reserve the right to cancel, amend or change activities.

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SPECIAL EVENTS

ON YOUR CALENDAR Santa Under the Stars Parade

Saturday, November 26  Marching Bands  Collection of Letters to Santa  Festive Floats www.aurora.ca/santaparade

Aurora’s Christmas Market

December 2 to 4 and December 9 to 11  Festivities will include Tree Lighting, Fire Jugglers and Buskers.  Holiday Vendors and Hands-on Workshops  Deadline to apply to be a vendor or a festival performer is November 1, 2022. www.aurora.ca/christmasmarket

Menorah Lighting Ceremony

December 2022  Menorah Lighting  Games and Crafts  Traditional Food www.aurora.ca/menorahlighting

These special events are brought to you by the Town of Aurora!

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AURORA TOWN SQUARE

Aurora Town Square Coming 2023

We are creating a special place with our community in mind. A place where all ages can come together in all seasons to enjoy art, theatre, music, shopping, community events and activities.

Learn more about the project:

engageaurora.ca/auroratownsquare

SIGN UP

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AURORA MUSEUM & ARCHIVES

Stories of Aurora www.auroramuseum.ca The Aurora Museum & Archives encourages you to explore stories of Aurora at www.auroramuseum.ca. We add new content regularly and are always looking to hear back from the community!

You can explore current and future Museum projects, watch documentaries, take a self-guided walking tour, learn from our many online exhibitions, peek into the collection, and travel back in time with our Time Traveler’s Diary.

Are you interested in fashion? Our online exhibition Wardrobes of Aurora dives into the importance of fashion in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Culture Days September 23 to October 16 Don’t miss out on this month-long celebration of culture! Kick-off this celebration with us at the Multicultural Festival on September 24, 2022. Keep your eye out for our new book about the 100th Anniversary of the Aurora Horse Show!

Download the On This Spot app to experience three uniquely Auroran self-guided walking tours!

Available in English and French.

If These Walls Could Talk

Fire, Wind, and Water

Remembering Aurora’s Fallen

Full details at www.auroramuseum.ca/resources/#OnThis

Reach out to us, we are always always interested in your story. www.auroramuseum.ca

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AURORA CULTURAL CENTRE

Performing Arts

Welcome to the Aurora Cultural Centre Engaging performing arts, exhibitions and special events for all ages.

Caity Gyorgy Jazz Quartet

Support for Performing Arts presentations provided by: Visit AuroraCulturalCentre.ca for livestream information, subscription packages and pricing!

Find us out and about town!

Great Artist Music Series Mark Fewer & John Novak

Classes, gallery exhibitions and performing arts are offered throughout Aurora.

Legendary Canadian violinist Mark Fewer is known as soloist, chamber musician, orchestral leader, jazz musician and artistic programmer. He is joined by renowned pianist John Novacek, who is known for touring the world, performing with dozens of leading international orchestras in world-class venues.

While the municipality’s Aurora Town Square construction project is underway, we continue to work offsite at venues throughout the community. The Centre’s Art Gallery, selected Educational Programs and Administrative Offices are temporarily located at Aurora Town Hall, 100 John West Way, Aurora, ON. Performing Arts events, and additional Educational Programs are presented at venues throughout Aurora. Please see location information for each program.

For information about Aurora Town Square, please visit www.EngageAurora.ca/AuroraTownSquare 

Friday, September 16

7:30 pm

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 Location: Trinity Anglican Church, Aurora $ 35 (HST INCL.)

RBC the NEXT Stage Series Dominique Fils-Aimé Celebrated JUNO Award-winner and Polaris Prize nominee traverses the broad spectrum of stripped-down blues to the emotional lushness of Soul music of yesterday and tomorrow, celebrating the rich legacy of African-American music.

Thursday, October 27

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7:30 pm

 Location: CFWI The Armoury, Aurora $ 35 (HST INCL.)

Magic Carpet Series Valise Theatre: Letters from Drawing Town

The Ennis Sisters return December 3

The Aurora Cultural Centre is a registered not-for-profit charitable organization operating with the generous support of:

Once there was a little boy with an immense imagination who loved to invent and draw strange and fantastic creatures. His bedroom walls begin to fill with drawings and so he decides to build a big paper city where all his friends can live!

Saturday, November 5

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11 am

 Location: TBD Offered at no charge thanks to the generosity of sponsors and funders.

Advance registration is required as space is limited.

Purchase tickets, or register for an Aurora Cultural Centre program online at AuroraCulturalCentre.ca

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FOR AGES 2+!

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AURORA CULTURAL CENTRE RBC the NEXT Stage Series Caity Gyorgy Jazz Quartet JUNO-Award winning vocalist, composer and lyricist pays homage to the great jazz musicians and composers of the past with her crisp, virtuosic sound celebrating bebop and swing music. One of JazzFM91’s “8 Canadian Women in Jazz You Need to Know.”

Thursday, November 17

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7:30 pm

 Location: CFWI The Armoury, Aurora $ 35 (HST INCL.)

Signature Series The Ennis Sisters Flavoured by Celtic and traditional Newfoundland influences, Maureen, Karen and Teresa Ennis are known for their captivating sibling harmonies and their powerful, often humourous, storytelling. Part of a cross-Canada tour celebrating 25 years since the release of their debut album, Red is the Rose.

Saturday, December 3

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Together in Spirit: Dialogue in Image A duo exhibition featuring Dazaunggee and Ted Fullerton “What is said within the painted conversation should also be said in words and in public no matter how difficult the social situation presents itself in life.” – Ted & Paul

7:30 pm

 Location: Trinity Anglican Church, Aurora $ 50 (HST INCL.)

Kaleidoscope Family Series DuffleBag Theatre • A Christmas Carol From Fezziwig to Tiny Tim, all the favorites are included in this exuberant version of the Charles Dickens Yuletide classic!

Saturday, December 10

Ted to Dazaunggee (Paul): A Dialogue in Image, 2019, Ted Fullerton and Dazaunggee, Oil on Wood (2 panels), 60” x 40” per panel

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11 am

 Location: TBD Offered at no charge thanks to the generosity of sponsors and funders.

Advance registration is required as space is limited.

Gallery

Artists Ted Fullerton and Dazaungee (Paul) Shilling befriended each other in the early nineties based on their mutual respect and shared work in the arts. In 2018, the artists met again after years apart. Naturally conversing on themes such as colonial domination, oppression, aesthetic sensibilities, as well as their personal life experiences, the artists decided to continue their conversation in visual form. Each artist creates a statement in painting for the other, who responds reciprocally.

October 1 - November 19, 2022

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October 1, 1 - 3 pm

Inspirations From a Space of Healing Co-curated by the Aurora Historical Society and the Aurora Cultural Centre

A multisite exhibition located at the Hilary House National Historic Site and the Centre’s temporary home at Aurora Town Hall (2nd floor). Featuring work by artists of the Society of York Region Artists, this exhibition looks to artifacts within the Hilary House National Historic site for inspiration.

December 10, 2022 – January 28, 2023

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Opening Reception: Sat. Dec 10 1-3 pm

 Location: Hilary House National Historic Site and Aurora Town Hall (2nd floor)

Vanessa Dion Fletcher, Relative Saturation (detail); 2021

Backwards and Forwards: Reflections in Porcupine Quills

A solo exhibition by Vanessa Dion Fletcher Curated by Aram Han Sifuentes Recent quillworks (2020-present), ranging from intimate pieces on paper to large mural installations, at the core is a negotiation between the artist’s hands and porcupine quills.

Temporary Gallery Location

Vanessa Dion Fletcher is a Lenape and Potawatomi neurodiverse Artist.

Her family is from Eelūnaapèewii Lahkèewiitt (displaced from Lenapehoking) and European settlers.

Gallery Hours

July 27 - September 17

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Opening Reception: July 30, 1 -3 pm

Aurora Town Hall, 2nd Floor, 100 John West Way

Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays: 10 am – 3 pm Gallery admission and events are always free.

Purchase tickets, or register for an Aurora Cultural Centre program online at AuroraCulturalCentre.ca

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AURORA CULTURAL CENTRE Classes for Adults (16+)

Fall Classes & Workshops

Program fees on Adult Classes include HST

Fall programs will open for registration on July 21 at AuroraCulturalCentre.ca

Wood Carving with Marlene Ash

Children & Teens PA Day Programs  Ages 4 – 12 • 9:00 am – 4:00 pm A full day of artistic adventures awaits! Unleash your creativity using a variety of tools and materials and meet new friends in a fun and encouraging environment.

Friday, September 23 Friday, November 18

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Friday, October 21

50.00 per day SAVE! Register two children for one PA Day program and pay $45.00/ea $

Learn to carve and achieve satisfying results as you create pieces in relief and in the round. Appropriate for the absolute beginner to the experienced carver.

Learn safe and skillful use of the knife, gouges, and other tools. A $75.00 materials fee includes your own new knife, wood blanks and safety glove, as well as all supplementary resources. Nominal fee for returning students to pay for wood blanks, etc. A fully refundable deposit of $100.00 is required at the start of the program for use of on loan gouges. Materials fee and fully refundable deposit payable to instructor on first day of class.

Mondays 6 weeks

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6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

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September 19 – October 31

190 (HST INCL.)

$

 Location: TBC. Check our website for the latest information.

 Location: TBC. Please check our website for the latest information

Drawing & Sketching with Jan Dolby (B.F.A.)

A Journey Through Art & Time with Alexandra Beneteau (B.F.A., M.A.)

Discover the basics of drawing and sketching, including fundamental perspective rules, composition, design, and shading. Instructional handouts will guide students through their process. New students and seasoned artists welcomed. Materials List available for download on our website.

 Ages 4 – 6 Travel to the past to discover how art has changed throughout history and be inspired to create pieces based on key artists and movements, from Picasso to Pop Art and everything in between and beyond!

Saturdays • 9:00 am – 11:00 am

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October 1 – November 26

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8 weeks

Mondays 6 weeks 200

 Ages 7 – 10 Take an artistic voyage of discovery around the globe to learn about famous artists, their unique styles, and how they were inspired by the world around them.

October 1 – November 26

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8 weeks

200

$

 Location: TBC. Check our website for the latest information. *Skip October 8 for Thanksgiving

Delve into the styles and techniques used by some of the most famous artists from around the world! Students will explore various genres such as still life, portraits, landscapes and more.

October 1 – November 26

190 (HST INCL.)

$

 Location: TBC. Check our website for the latest information.

Instructor Instagram: @jandolby_artist

A joyful introduction to the fundamentals of painting in acrylics in this beginner class while learning to see the shapes, colours, and values that create successful composition. Learn brush and paint selection, colour theory, and techniques to develop your personal style. Materials List available for download on our website.

Tuesdays 8 weeks

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1:00 pm – 3:30 pm

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September 27 – November 15

245 (HST INCL.)

$

Expand Your Horizons in Acrylics Level 2 with Helen Walter (B.A.A.)

 Ages 11 – 15

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November 7 – December 12

 Location: TBC. Check our website for the latest information.

Famous Artists & Their Styles with Alexandra Beneteau (B.F.A., M.A.)

Saturdays • 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

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Start Painting Now with Acrylics with Kathryn Christensen (B.F.A.)

Around the World with Art with Alexandra Beneteau (B.F.A., M.A.)

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6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

$

 Location: TBC. Check our website for the latest information. *Skip October 8 for Thanksgiving

Saturdays • 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

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8 weeks

200

$

 Location: TBC. Check our website for the latest information. *Skip October 8 for Thanksgiving

Discover unlimited stylistic and expressive possibilities in this acrylics class for the more advanced artist. Develop creative and perceptual skills with an exploration of the key principles of colour theory, underpainting, composition, and perspective. Materials List available for download on our website.

Tuesdays 8 weeks

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6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

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September 27 – November 15

245 (HST INCL.)

$

 Location: TBC. Check our website for the latest information.

You Can Uke It! with Anthony Clayton (B.A. Hons., B.Ed., Orff)  Ages 8+ Embark on your musical journey with the ukulele, the perfect ‘starter’ instrument.

Learn all of the basics, such as chords and strum patterns through a variety of familiar songs. No previous musical experience necessary – just bring a ukulele in working order and a notebook.

Wednesdays • 4:30 pm – 5:45 pm 8 weeks

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September 28 – November 16

130

$

The Aurora Cultural Centre reserves the right to withdraw, cancel, postpone, or combine programs, limit registration, change instructors, or change program venues. All programs are subject to change without notice.

Check AuroraCulturalCentre.ca frequently for the latest information and additional programs.

 Location: TBC. Check our website for the latest information.

Purchase tickets, or register for an Aurora Cultural Centre program online at AuroraCulturalCentre.ca

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AURORA CULTURAL CENTRE Photographing Nature

Ukulele for Beginners with Anthony Clayton (B.A. Hons., B.Ed., Orff) Want to get happy? Learn to play the oh-so-hip ukulele! Come to this ground level introductory course – no musical theory required. You will learn all the basics: the most commonly used chords, standard tuning, and simple strumming techniques.

By the end, you’ll be able to play all of your favourite songs. Bring a ukulele in working order and a notebook.

Wednesdays 8 weeks

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6:30 pm -7:45 pm

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September 28 – November 16

150 (HST INCL.)

$

A one-day workshop on the basics of reading light, framing, using rule of thirds and other techniques to achieve striking images. Photograph elements of nature outside, and then return inside to review their images with classmates. Intended for both DSLR and smartphone users and can be tailored to personal interests and aims. Prerequisite checklist available for download on our website.

Sunday, October 16

60 (HST INCL.)

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

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$

 Location: TBC. Check our website for the latest information.

Instructor Instagram: @steve.somerville.543

 Location: TBC. Check our website for the latest information.

All About Etching with Katie Argyle

Beginning Guitar with Anthony Clayton (B.A. Hons., B.Ed., Orff) If you have always wanted to play guitar - with friends, by a campfire, or for yourself in your favourite room – this course is for you. An accompaniment-based group course designed to introduce you to a range of chords and strum patterns that will get you on your way. Bring an acoustic guitar in working order, a tuner, and a notebook.

Wednesdays 8 weeks

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8:15 pm – 9:30 pm

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September 28 – November 16

150 (HST INCL.)

$

 Location: TBC. Check our website for the latest information.

Exploring Watercolours (Intermediate/Advanced) with Kathryn Christensen (B.F.A.) Develop the essentials of watercolour painting, including composition, brush work, and use of colour. Discover the distinctive qualities of this beautiful medium while exploring a variety of approaches and subject matter in this fun and encouraging group atmosphere. Previous experience required. Materials List available for download on our website.

Wednesdays 8 weeks

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1:00 pm – 3:30 pm

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September 28 – November 16

245 (HST INCL.)

$

 Location: TBC. Check our website for the latest information.

6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

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September 29 – November 17

245 (HST INCL.)

$

Short Courses/One-Day Workshops for Adults (16+)

$ 75 + $20 Materials Fee payable to instructor at class

Make Your Own Stained Glass Holiday Ornament with Siobhan Lynch Light up the holidays in this introductory stained glass ornament workshop. Learn all of the basics of this unique art form, including how to safely cut, grind, foil, solder, patina and polish to create your own striking festive glass art ornament that you can share with someone special this holiday season (or keep for yourself!).

All tools and materials provided upon payment of Materials Fee to instructor at workshop. Bring a bagged lunch.

Sunday, November 13

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10:00 am – 4:00 pm

$ 90 + $25 Materials Fee payable to instructor at class

Channel the holidays by creating elegant and timeless paper florals that will last for multiple seasons. Learn the skills of how to use crepe paper to craft amaryllises and create ultra-realistic petals and blooms. Use your new skills to keep creating, from gift toppers to centrepieces and more! All materials and step-by-step instructional handouts provided upon payment of Materials Fee to instructor at workshop.

Bring a pair of sharp-tipped scissors.

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10:00 am – 1:00 pm

$ 45 + $15 Materials Fee payable to instructor at class

 Location: TBC. Check our website for the latest information.

Instructor Instagram: @jessieatcraftedtobloom

Holiday Card Making with Selina Merali

Autumn Reflections in Watercolours with Nancy Newman (B.A.) Learn and explore the technical complexities of painting brilliant fall foliage and colours reflected in water. Materials List available for download on our website. This course is intended for students with some previous watercolour painting experience.

 Location: TBC. Check our website for the latest information.

Instructor Instagram: @nancynewmanart

10:00 am – 3:00 pm

 Location: TBC. Check our website for the latest information.

Instructor Instagram: @katieargyle7

Sunday, November 20

 Location: TBC. Check our website for the latest information.

Thursdays • October 6 – October 27 • 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm • 4 weeks

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Crepe Paper Flowers with Jessie Chui

In this beginner class students will work with the beautiful medium of watercolours through demonstrations, exercises, and paintings. You will the proper tools and supplies, understanding the balance of colour and water, mixing colours, and the importance of tone. Materials List & Rental Kit options available for download on our website.

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Sunday, November 6

 Location: TBC. Check our website for the latest information.

Instructor Instagram: @siobhanlynchglass

Watercolours: Basics & Beyond with Kathryn Christensen (B.F.A.)

Thursdays 8 weeks

In this introductory workshop, students will use a small press to create prints by scratching into plexiglass with a needle, inking and wiping the surface, and then printing onto damp printmaking paper with the press. All printmaking materials and tools provided upon payment of Materials Fee to instructor at workshop.

Small additional Materials List available for download on our website.

150 (HST INCL.)

$

Create four Instagram-worthy holiday cards (that double as frameable pieces of art) and two unique gift tags that make for the perfect personalized present this holiday season. Learn the art of paper crafting and elements of design while working with ink, stamps, punches, and die-cutting tools. All materials included in registration fee.

Sunday, November 27

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45 (HST INCL.)

10:00 am – 1:00 pm

$

 Location: TBC. Check our website for the latest information.

Instructor Instagram: @sleepyowlco

Purchase tickets, or register for an Aurora Cultural Centre program online at AuroraCulturalCentre.ca

AuroraCulturalCentre.ca • 905 713 1818

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AURORA PUBLIC LIBRARY For a full list of our programs visit aurorapl.ca In person programs Masks required for ages 2+ Social distancing will be maintained

STORYTIME Drop In Mon, Wed & Fri | 10:30am l Optimist Room Join us for books, rhymes and lots of fun.

100 BOOKS BEFORE GRADUATION Expand your reading, get book suggestions and read 100 Books Before Graduation.

VIRTUAL STORYTIME Tues |10:30am Weekly fun with songs, stories, rhymes and more.

READ WOKE Arm yourself with knowledge, expand your vision of others and heighten your awareness of issues of racial and social injustice.

AUTUMN READS ONLINE READING CLUB Sept 1 - Dec 31 Track your reading, complete fun activities and get neat badges. Register at aurorapl.beanstack.com

FALL IN LOVE WITH YA READING CHALLENGE (ages 13 – 17) Sept 1 - Dec 31 Track the books you read, complete activities, write reviews and earn digital badges to win prizes from Aurora businesses.

KIDS TAKE & MAKES Every Monday we bring the Creative Studio to you with a new project. Place a hold in the catalogue, pick up your supplies and easy to follow instructions. Limited kits are available each week.

Register at aurorapl.beanstack.org

Teen Volunteer Opportunities grades 9-12 CHRISTMAS CARDS FOR CANADIAN TROOPS ABROAD Sept 6 - Nov 15 Create Christmas cards for troops stationed overseas who can’t make it home for the holidays.

MATH BUDDIES Starting September Help children (grades 1-6) who have difficulty with math or require additional practice through activities that promote numeracy.

READING BUDDIES Starting September Help children (grades 1-6) who have difficulty reading at their grade level by reading for pleasure and enjoying activities that promote reading and writing skills.

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TEEN ADVISORY GROUP (TAG) Thurs | Sept 15, 29, Oct 13, 27, Nov 10, 24, Dec 8 | 7:00pm Local teens wanted to contribute fresh ideas for our YA programs and collections.

Meetings are in-person and via Zoom.

COVID CHRONICLE October - December 2020 ReVision volunteers conducted hundreds of interviews with people of all ages and walks of life.

Now we need a team of volunteers to compile these interviews into a COVID Chronicle.

APL ACTS OF KINDNESS (grades 7-12) Fri | Sept 30, Oct 28, Nov 25 | 4:00pm | TBA Give back to your community and show love for your library by spreading joy in Aurora.

To register, email ya@aurorapl.ca

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AURORA PUBLIC LIBRARY TAKE & MAKES (13+) Every Monday we bring the Creative Studio to you with a fun new project. Place a hold in the catalogue, pick up your project supplies including our easy to follow instructions.

Limited kits are available each week.

GARDENING FOR BIRDS, BUTTERFLIES & BEYOND Thurs Oct 6 | 6:30 - 8:00pm Learn how to attract and protect native pollinators, with beautiful landscape features.

Register at bit.ly/3MCgNVB

ANIMAL CROSSING: NEW HORIZONS DROP N’ SWAP Mon | Aug 29, Sept 26, Oct 24, Nov 28 | 7:00pm Participate in a virtual drop n’ swap at Aurora Island. Nintendo Switch Online subscription required. Check FB for the Dodo Code.

In partnership with Toronto and Region Conservation Authority.

ONLINE TRIVIA NIGHT Wednesdays | 8:00pm Join us for online trivia and play against your fellow community members.

KAHOOT TRIVIA CHALLENGE Sundays | 10:00am The challenge will be live from Sun - Fri (12pm).

Winners will be announced on Fri at 4pm.

FALL BACK INTO READING CHALLENGE Sept 1 - Dec 31 Track the books you read, complete activities, write reviews and earn digital badges to win prizes from Aurora businesses.

Register at aurorapl.beanstack.org FEMINIST BOOK CLUB Tues | Aug 9, Sept 13, Oct 11, Nov 8 | 7:00pm Explore feminism in relation to monthly book titles and as a broader subject.

To register, email kstark@aurorapl.ca APL EVENING BOOK CLUB Wed | Sept 28, Oct 26, Nov 30 | 7:00pm Join us for an engaging online Book Club discussion. Register at aurorapl.ca READERS’ ADVISORY SERVICE Looking for a great read? Fill out a readers’ advisory form and we will email you a list of suggestions. Visit bit.ly/3PDWPMH MEET THE CANDIDATES

Sunday Sept 25 | 2:00 - 4:00 PM All registered candidates for the offices of Mayor and Council will be invited to participate.

Register at bit.ly/3wwyobd

DEATH CAFÉ Tues Sept 20 | 7:00 - 8:00pm | Lebovic Room or Zoom Gather with people of all ages and belief systems and talk about death in a safe and relaxed setting.

Register at bit.ly/37R9haF In partnership with Hope House Community Hospice

TUESDAY PHILOSOPHY CLUB Tues | Sept 27, Oct 25, Nov 22 | 7:00pm Engage your brain and practice critical thinking.

Register at aurorapl.ca SCHOLARS’ HUB Wednesdays | 12:00 - 12:45pm Lifelong learning with talks on topical issues from some of York University’s best minds. Q&A. Visit bit.ly/3vfBdwq BABY CAFÉ Thurs | Sept 15, Oct 20, Nov 17, Dec 15 10:30 – 11:30am l Lebovic Room or Zoom Hands-on gentle movements to enhance your baby’s physical development and well-being followed by a discussion. Register at bit.ly/3y8guO6 PENSION PLANS & SERVICES FOR SENIORS Thurs Sept 22 | 10:30 - 11:30am Learn about the Canada Pension Plan, Disability Benefits, Old Age Security, Guaranteed Income Supplement and more. Register at bit.ly/39rFwOa In partnership with Service Canada.

AURORA WALKING TOURS Sat Sept 10 | 10:30am - 12:30pm Discover the history of Wellington Street, a road with over 50 years of industry, business and homes.

Register at bit.ly/3s1VAfR In partnership with Aurora Historical Society.

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AURORA PUBLIC LIBRARY

JUST 4 YOU (Monthly Women’s Meetup) Tues | Sept 13, Oct 11 | 10:00 - 11:00am Lebovic Room or Zoom (TBA) Whether you are new to our community or a long-time resident, this is your space to build friendships, learn something new and have some fun. Register at bit.ly/3yghGzp or email colguin@aurorapl.ca ENGLISH CONVERSATION MEETUP Practice English in everyday conversation.

Each meetup features a different theme.

All levels of spoken English are welcome In-Library | Wed l Sept 14, Oct 12, Nov 9, Dec 14 | 2:00 – 3:00pm | Lebovic Room Register at bit.ly/3kqVlqE Online | Wed | Sept 21, Oct 19, Nov 16, Dec 21 | 10:30 - 11:30am Register at bit.ly/3kndjds For more information, email Claudia at colguin@aurorapl.ca NEWCOMER BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP Wed | Sept 28, Oct 26, Nov 23, Dec 28 7:00 - 8:30pm Practice your English listening, reading and conversational skills. All levels welcome!

To register email LSP@ccsyr.org or call/Text 416-258-9015 In partnership with Catholic Community Services of York Region through Library Settlement Partnerships.

For a full list of our programs visit aurorapl.ca In person programs Masks required for ages 2+ Social distancing will be maintained

TRADES CONNECTIONS SPEAKER SERIES Industry related information, career paths, training opportunities, apprenticeship pathways and tips on how to get your career in the trades started.

SKILLED TRADES FOR WOMEN Thurs Sept 29 | 1:30 - 3:30pm Register at sforce.co/3viPkCx SKILLED TRADES FOR NEWCOMERS Thurs Oct 27 | 1:30 - 3:30pm Register at sforce.co/3xZbqf1 In partnership with ACCES Employment.

SETTLEMENT WORKER AT APL Drop In Thurs Sept 15 | 1:00 - 4:00pm | Living Room Help for new Canadians with information and referrals to language training, career & employment, housing, health care, education, transit, citizenship and more.

In partnership with Catholic Community Services of York Region through Library Settlement Partnerships.

PFLAG COFFEE NIGHT SUPPORT MEETING 2nd Monday of every month | 7:00pm Whether you are just “coming out” or have recently learned that your child is gay or trans, we’re here for you. Sign up through Pflag at bit.ly/3dtq5o3

Mary Two-Axe Earley: I am Indian Again Doc Screening | Friday Sept 30 Virtual | All Day Register for access code at bit.ly/3MpvPOE

In-Person | Drop In Lebovic Room | 2 - 4 PM

The story of Mary Two-Axe Earley, who fought for more than two decades to challenge sex discrimination against First Nations women embedded in Canada’s Indian Act. Mohawk filmmaker Courtney Montour | 2021 | 34 min

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One Bo o k

One Aurora

LINDA RUI FENG Author

Ticket Release August 1

AN EVENING WITH JAN WONG THURS SEPT 29 | 7:00 PM

Jan Wong reported on Democracy Wall and the beginnings of dissent in China. Talk | Q&A Register at bit.ly/3rFdZhL

A SYMPHONY WITH THE SENSES SAT OCT 1 | 1:30 – 3:00 PM

MEET LINDA RUI FENG SAT OCT 22 | 2:00 PM

A fascinating glimpse into the experiences that shaped this powerful book.

Conversation | Reading | Q&A Register at bit.ly/34tU5hP

Writing workshop with Marnie Maguire.

Register at bit.ly/3qRXG1o Drop into our Livingroom

BUTTERFLY LOVERS CONCERTO | SAT OCT 1 | 2:30 PM Be transformed as the York Chamber Ensemble sweeps you into a folktale of star-crossed lovers.

Photo credit: Anastasia Brauer

THE ART OF CHINESE DANCE | SAT OCT 15 | 2:00 PM Experience the language of movement with the Mellow Sisters & Tian Shu Art Group. onebookoneaurora.com

THE GREAT APL LITERARY COOKBOOK What would you cook for your favourite literary character if you could invite them to dinner?

Send us your recipe and a picture of your dish & book.

Prizes and publication.

Recipe and poster credit Rohin O’Duill, Professional chef, writer and reader

Details at bit.ly/3PoRrNj

THURS AUG 11 | 7:00 pm Facilitated by author and book designer, Rachel Rosen Register at bit.ly/3l1QigA Community Services Program Guide | Fall 2022

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FALL MUSICALTHEATRE PROGRAMS KINDERSTAGES for ages 4-6 Starts Oct. 2022

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DRAWING PAINTING SCULPTING PENCIL SKETCH DIGITAL ART

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M: 289-221-9174 elva.piano@gmail.com

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TOASTMASTERS is the answer!

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High Speed Hockey has helped hundreds of the area’s best hockey players take their game to the next level. We offer one-on-one instruction using state of the art training equipment.

The Towns of York Toastmasters Club can • Improve your communications skills • Increase your self-confidence • Develop your leadership abilities

WHAT WE OFFER • Blade Training (Treadmill Skating) • Pro Shots Shooting Zone (Synthetic Ice)

Join us at our Wednesday evening meetings in the Aurora Seniors Centre.

For more details contact us at

• Summer Camps • PA Day Camps • 1:1 instruction for your skater

HIGH SPEED HOCKEY 200 Mulock Drive, Unit # 3, 5, 8, Newmarket

905 836 8176 • info@highspeedhockey.ca

www.highspeedhockey.ca

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IEM Basketball

York Region’s largest basketball organization for girls & boys. Over 2000+ players & over 175+ coaches.

One of the fastest growing basketball leagues in Ontario. Over 150+ teams in Newmarket, Aurora, Keswick, East Gwillimbury & Bradford.

Winter Basketball Registration Register online at www.iembasketball.com 905-836-6195 info@iembasketball.com

The objective of the IEM Basketball League is to provide an opportunity for any person to participate in, or learn about, the game of basketball, as well as, to promote, develop and encourage children to enjoy the game of basketball.

ALSO AVAILABLE ONLINE:

Rep1, Rep2, All-Star Team Try-Out Schedule & Mail-in Registration Form

$

Starting at

275

for 20-Weeks

WEEKLY Practices & Games from October-April.

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or SATURDAY! Uniform, Competitions, Tournaments & More!

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CLUB AURORA MEMBERSHIPS

Fitness Membership Price List www.aurora.ca/fitnessmemberships The Town of Aurora offers a variety of membership options for you to participate in our amenities including fitness centre, group fitness, aquafitness and squash. Participants have the option of purchasing a membership with a monthly payment plan, a 12-month membership with a one-time payment or pay-as-you-go per activity.

Combo Package

Includes unlimited use of the fitness centre equipment, personalized program card, fitness equipment demonstration, unlimited attendance at group fitness and aquafitness classes.

PACKAGE Age Category Adult Youth / Older Adult

MONTHLY Non-Resident $45.50 $36.38

Resident $36.40 $29.10

Resident $436.80 $349.25

12 MONTHS Non-Resident $546.00 $387.80

Equipment & Weights Package

Includes unlimited use of fitness centre, personalized program card, fitness equipment demonstration.

PACKAGE Age Category Adult Youth / Older Adult

Resident $30.90 $24.73

MONTHLY Non-Resident $38.62 $30.92

Resident $370.75 $296.80

12 MONTHS Non-Resident $463.45 $370.75

Group Fitness & Aquafitness Package

Includes unlimited use of group fitness and aquafitness classes (excluding specialty classes).

PACKAGE Age Category Adult Youth / Older Adult

Resident $32.32 $25.89

MONTHLY Non-Resident $40.40 $32.36

Resident $387.80 $310.65

12 MONTHS Non-Resident $484.75 $387.80

Squash Package

Includes unlimited use of the squash courts, no court fees, and 2 nights (Mon and Wed) of house league.

PACKAGE Age Category Adult Youth / Older Adult

Resident $36.92 $29.54

MONTHLY Non-Resident $46.15 $36.92

Resident $443.05 $354.45

12 MONTHS Non-Resident $553.85 $443.05

Pool Package

Includes unlimited use of the pool during lane and leisure swims at both facilities.

PACKAGE Age Category Adult Youth / Older Adult

Resident $16.80 $13.50

Age Categories Please refer to chart above for pricing per age category.

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MONTHLY Non-Resident $21.00 $16.88

Resident $201.20 $161.60

12 MONTHS Non-Resident $251.50 $202.00

Membership Refunds All membership cancellation requests must be made in writing via email to Customer Service staff at rleisure@aurora.ca. Specific refund policies apply to both Monthly and 12-Month Memberships. Please visit www.aurora.ca/clubaurora for full details.

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CLUB AURORA GROUP FITNESS CLASSES

CLUB AURORA FITNESS CENTRE FITNESS CENTRE – HOURS OF OPERATION

FALL: Monday to Wednesday - 5:45am to 10:00pm • Thursday - 5:45am to 9:00pm • Friday - 7:15am to 9:00pm • Saturday & Sunday - 7:45am to 5:00pm

GROUP FITNESS CLASSES – SCHEDULES

FALL: Group Fitness Schedule – September 6 to December 16, 2022 HOLIDAY: Group Fitness Schedule – December 17, 2022 to January 2, 2023 Group Fitness Class Schedules are available at all Recreation Facilities and online at www.aurora.ca/fitnessclasses

LOW IMPACT

This fitness program includes a warm-up, a cardiovascular and muscle conditioning component and a relaxing cool down.

N.I.A. – NEUROMUSCULAR INTEGRATIVE ACTION

N.I.A. encompasses the best of dance, martial arts, yoga and healing arts philosophies from the East and West.

OSTEO FITNESS

This class uses weight-bearing activities with light weight training to improve and maintain your bone density and fitness level.

PIYO® AQUAFITNESS

Receive all the benefits of a floor aerobics class without the joint stress. Stay cool in the pool and cross-train with Aquafitness.

BOOMER ABC’S

This intermediate fitness class is for Baby Boomers (55+ years) who have been exercising regularly.

The class includes muscle conditioning using free weights or body weight, abdominal and core strengthening, balance and stretching.

BOOT CAMP

This class will challenge you with a variety of conditioning exercises and drills to improve your strength, conditioning, agility and balance, as well as your overall fitness.

CARDIO SIZZLE & CHISEL

A combination class of cardio activities and muscle conditioning exercises that will put a sizzle in your workout and help improve your strength and definition.

CHISEL

A total body muscle conditioning class that will work your body from head to toe using a variety of equipment.

This is a unique class designed to build strength and gain flexibility. The moves fit perfectly together to form a class filled with intense choreography that’s fun, challenging and will make you sweat. It’s about energy, power and rhythm.

RIP

This barbell program is for men and women of all ages and all fitness levels. Matching movement to music and using traditional strength training allows participants to work at their own level.

SUNRISE YOGA

Start your day off right with a good stretch and a calm mind.

Gradually warm the body and awaken the mind in this energizing class. Designed with Hatha Yoga principles, this class is suitable for all fitness levels. Sunrise Yoga will give you energy and focus to last throughout your day.

YOGA FITNESS

Yoga Fitness is a fitness inspired yoga program designed to improve health, performance and mental acuity. Based on the fusion of eastern traditional Hatha Yoga and western fitness science, this class blends balance, strength, flexibility and power in a fitness format.

Classes bearing this symbol are Heart Wise Exercise® approved programs.

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CLUB AURORA GROUP FITNESS CLASSES YOGA FUSION

If you are feeling stressed or overwhelmed, and want to build mental strength and bring calmness to your day, start your morning with our Yoga Fusion class. This class will lift your mood, help you to get into better shape and improve your well-being by reducing stress and anxiety, developing more mindfulness and promoting better sleep. Fluid conscious movements, breathing exercises, physical relaxation and guided meditation will help you find more peace and focus in just a few minutes, restoring your energy for the rest of the day.

YOGA STRETCH

Improve your overall flexibility, relieve the day’s stress and feel relaxed. This class focuses on basic stretching techniques and does not specifically follow the Hatha, Ashtanga, Iyengar or Vinyasa principles.

Club Aurora is a CSEP (Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology) Certified Fitness Centre.

CLUB AURORA

For the most up-to-date information regarding our programs and services, please visit www.aurora.ca/clubaurora

FITNESS INCLUSION SERVICES Arthritis Aquafit: Club Aurora offers a 45-minute specialty class for people who suffer from arthritis.

The objectives of these recreational exercises are to reduce pain, help maintain or increase joint mobility, and increase muscular strength and endurance.

Heart Wise Exercise: This initiative is intended to integrate the cardiac population into mainstream programs. This is done by addressing physical and psychological needs. It provides exercise options to help participants choose appropriate programs and levels of intensities, while encouraging participants to do daily physical activities. fitness@aurora.ca

F.I.T. CLUB Fun In Training

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FITNESS REGISTERED PROGRAMS SILVER SPINNERS CYCLEFIT Age: 55+ years Location: Cyclefit Studio This 30-minute beginner cycling class provides a gentle yet challenging ride geared towards the older adult at a more comfortable and slower pace. Learn proper bike set-up, proper riding technique and positioning for a comfortable and enjoyable workout.

DAY

DATE

TIME

Tue

Sept 20 10:30am – 11:00am

Thu

Sept 22 10:30am – 11:00am

FEE/CLASS CODE FREE/10 Member 25643 $51.00/10 Non-Member FREE/10 Member 25644 $51.00/10 Non-Member

STRICTLY BEGINNER CYCLEFIT Age: 14+ years Location: Cyclefit Studio Developed for those who want to try a cyclefit class. This 45-minute cycling class provides a gentle, yet challenging ride geared towards those that are just starting out. Learn proper bike set-up, proper riding techniques, positioning and pacing strategies for a comfortable and enjoyable workout.

Note: Not suitable for advanced cyclefit participants.

ARTHRITIS AQUAFIT Age: 18+ years Location: AFLC Desjardins Pool This 45-minute specialty class is for people who suffer from arthritis. The objectives of the recreational exercises are to reduce pain and help maintain or increase joint mobility, muscular strength and endurance.

DAY Tue

DATE Sept 20

TIME 1:55pm – 2:40pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $59.20/10 Older Adult 25641 $74.00/10 Adult

BARRE Age: 14+ years Location: Lind Realty Team Fitness Studio This low impact, full body workout, incorporates ballet inspired moves, combined with elements of Pilates, dance, yoga and strength training. This class is suitable for all fitness levels. *No class on: Oct 10

New!

DAY

DATE

TIME

Mon

Sept 19

5:15pm – 6:00pm

DAY

DATE

TIME

Wed

Sept 21 9:00am – 9:45am

FEE/CLASS CODE FREE/10 Member 25657 $64.00/10 Non-Member

YOGA Age: 14+ years Location: Aurora Town Square, Lebovic Room Club Aurora now offers Hatha Yoga for those who prefer a true body/mind experience. This program consists of stretching and toning, which help to keep joints flexible, improves circulation and reduces stress.

DAY

DATE

TIME

Tue

Sept 20

7:00pm – 8:15pm

Thu

Sept 22

7:00pm – 8:15pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $117.50/10 Member 25645 $141.00/10 Non-Member $117.50/10 Member 25646 $141.00/10 Non-Member

AGE REQUIREMENTS For Fitness programs, participants must be the minimum age by the first day of the program.

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FITNESS REGISTERED PROGRAMS ZUMBA TONING Age: 14+ years Location: Lind Realty Team Fitness Studio The Zumba Toning program offers the best of both worlds.

The exhilarating experience of a Zumba “fitness party” with the benefits of safe and effective strength training. It’s an easy-tofollow, health-boosting dance-fitness program for all levels of fitness. Through dynamic lightweight resistance training and exciting international rhythms, Zumba Toning classes help participants build muscle strength, increase bone density, and improve mobility, posture and coordination.

DAY

DATE

TIME

Tue

Sept 20

FEE/CLASS CODE FREE/10 Member 10:15am – 11:00am 25647 $64.00/10 Non-Member

CLUB AURORA WELLNESS SERIES Featuring health and wellness topics!

FUN GUIDED HIKES Age: 18+ years Location: *Willow Farm ^Fairy Lake (Tom Taylor Trail) ~Sheppard’s Bush These walks are designed to encourage families to get active, while enjoying York Region’s finest nature walking trails. These walks can range in time from 60 to 90 minutes. Comfortable clothing and appropriate footwear are recommended. Leashed dogs are welcome.

CLUB AURORA CELEBRATES

Active Aging Week October 3 to 9, 2022

Celebrating aging and the benefits of active living at any age, Active Aging Week showcases the capabilities of older adults as fully participating members of society.

DAY Sat Sun Sun

TIME 9:00am – 10:15am 9:00am – 10:15am 9:00am – 10:15am

FEE/CLASS $5.00/1 $5.00/1 $5.00/1

CODE 25650* 25651^ 25652~

New!

INTRO TO MEDITATION AND MINDFULNESS Age: 14+ years Location: If you have been thinking about starting a meditation practice, but don’t know where to begin, this workshop is for you! There will be a mix of lecture and experience to give you a taste for different styles to see which works best for you. For a more experienced practitioner, you will have the opportunity to learn several different techniques to add to your toolkit.

DAY

DATE

Sat

Sept 17

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FEE/CLASS CODE FREE/1 Member 10:30am – 11:45am 25649 $10.00/1 Non-Member

SQUASH

Club Aurora Squash Programs

Learn to Play Squash, House League & Round Robin www.aurora.ca/squash | squash@aurora.ca LEARN TO PLAY SQUASH Age: 8+ years • Level: Beginner to Advanced This program emphasizes the technical aspects of the game of squash in a fun, yet competitive environment, with players partnered with others of similar ability. Participants must provide their own eye protection and squash racquet.

Women’s Learn to Play Squash This program is an introductory recreational program that emphasizes the technical aspects of the game of squash in a fun, yet competitive environment. Taught by our female squash pro, the program is aimed at female participants 18+ years who are new to the sport. Participants will be partnered with others of similar ability.

LEARN TO PLAY SQUASH – FALL 2022 START/END DATE LOCATION TIME Thu Sept 22 AFLC Squash Beginner - Session 1 8+ yrs 6:00pm – 7:30pm to Oct 27 Courts 1, 2, 3 Thu Nov 3 AFLC Squash Beginner - Session 2 8+ yrs 6:00pm – 7:30pm to Dec 8 Courts 1, 2, 3 Thu Sept 22 AFLC Squash Intermediate - Session 1 8+ yrs 7:30pm – 9:00pm to Oct 27 Courts 1, 2, 3 Thu Nov 3 AFLC Squash Intermediate - Session 2 8+ yrs 7:30pm – 9:00pm to Dec 8 Courts 1, 2, 3 Sat Sept 17 AFLC Squash 9:30am – 11:00am Advanced - Session 1 8+ yrs to Oct 29 Courts 1, 2, 3 *No class on: Oct 8 Sat Nov 5 AFLC Squash Advanced - Session 2 8+ yrs 9:30am – 11:00am to Dec 10 Courts 1, 2, 3 Beginner for Women Sun Sept 18 AFLC Squash 9:30am – 11:00am 18+ yrs Session 1 to Oct 30 Courts 1, 2, 3 *No class on: Oct 9 Beginner for Women Sun Nov 6 AFLC Squash 18+ yrs 9:30am – 11:00am Session 2 to Dec 11 Courts 1, 2, 3 LEVEL

AGE

FEE/CLASS $79.80/6 Member $95.76/6 Non-Member $79.80/6 Member $95.76/6 Non-Member $79.80/6 Member $95.76/6 Non-Member $79.80/6 Member $95.76/6 Non-Member $79.80/6 Member $95.76/6 Non-Member $79.80/6 Member $95.76/6 Non-Member $79.80/6 Member $95.76/6 Non-Member $79.80/6 Member $95.76/6 Non-Member

New! CODE 25624 25625 25626 25629 25631* 25634 25636* 25637

HOUSE LEAGUE & ROUND ROBIN Age: 14+ years • Level: Beginner to Advanced This is a mixed team’s event, open to all levels of play. The level of play varies from advanced (Level 1) to beginner/intermediate (Level 5). Each player plays a 40-minute match per night for his/her team. Play begins as early as 5:40pm and ends at 9:40pm.

NOTE: Members are entitled to sign up for 2 free nights (Mon and Wed) of either house league or round robin play. Members must pay the applicable $39.70 fee for a third night.

PROGRAM Squash House League Squash House League Squash House League

HOUSE LEAGUE – FALL 2022 AGE START/END DATE LOCATION TIME Mon Sept 19 AFLC Squash 5:40pm – 9:40pm 14+ yrs to Dec 12 Courts 1, 2, 3 *No class on: Oct 10 Wed Sept 21 AFLC Squash 14+ yrs 5:40pm – 9:40pm to Dec 14 Courts 1, 2, 3 Fri Sept 23 AFLC Squash 5:40pm – 9:40pm 14+ yrs to Dec 16 Courts 1, 2, 3 *No class on: Oct 7

FEE/CLASS FREE/12 Member $102.10/12 Non-Member FREE/13 Member $113.80/13 Non-Member $39.70/12 Member $108.10/12 Non-Member

CODE 25638* 25639 25640*

SQUASH LESSONS Club Aurora is proud to have our very own in-house squash professionals. Our pros focus on fundamentals, game rules, sportsmanship, strategy, and conditioning. Fees are per person, per 40-minute lesson.

PACKAGE Age Category Adult

PRIVATE (1 person) Member Non-Member $34.60 $43.25

SEMI-PRIVATE (2 people) Member Non-Member $25.85 $32.30

GROUP (3 or more people) Member Non-Member $20.70 $25.90

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PERSONAL TRAINING

GET FIT at CLUB AURORA Let us help you achieve your fitness goals!

A personal trainer is a certified fitness professional. Personal trainers specialize in the design and instruction of individualized exercise programs. They work with you in setting, achieving and maintaining your health, lifestyle and fitness goals.

www.aurora.ca/personaltraining

Our personal trainers have the skills you need to be successful.

Each personal trainer has a background and education suited to a variety of fitness needs. All of our staff members are fully certified by nationally accredited organizations.

PERSONAL TRAINING PACKAGES Competitive rates and packages are available for every budget. Unlike some private gyms, you do not need to be a member of Club Aurora to benefit from its great personal training packages.

PRIVATE PERSONAL TRAINING Individual Session 3 Session Package* 5 Session Package 10 Session Package 20 Session Package SEMI-PRIVATE PERSONAL TRAINING^ Individual Session 3 Session Package* 5 Session Package 10 Session Package 20 Session Package

MEMBER $66.65 $155.95 $272.20 $515.90 $1,012.55 MEMBER (per person) $50.45 $117.10 $203.45 $387.55 $716.65

NON-MEMBER $83.30 $194.95 $340.25 $644.90 $1,265.70 NON-MEMBER (per person) $63.05 $146.40 $254.30 $484.45 $895.80

*3 Session package is a one-time only offer. | ^Semi-Private Personal Training fees are per person.

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COMMUNITY MARKETPLACE

ARTISTIC SWIMMING PROGRAMS FOR YOUNG GIRLS AND BOYS, CONVENIENTLY LOCATED IN AURORA AND NEWMARKET RECREATIONAL, NOVICE, & COMPETITIVE PROGRAMS AVAILABLE - REGISTER NOW!

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BOOK YOUR TOUR TODAY! www.cds.on.ca/planyourvisit 905.833.1972 admissions@cds.on.ca

DISCOVER THE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL

Every child has a future waiting to emerge. A passion ready to ignite. We offer the possibilities that make it happen. A place where they are known, supported and inspired. Soccer cleats, theatrical costumes, or robotics code? A goal, a song, or a speech? With us, students discover themselves. They find big, dreamy answers to the most important question of all:

WHO WILL YOU BE? cds.on.ca/whowillyoube

The Country Day School offers JK-12 in a co-ed, non-denominational environment located on 100 beautiful acres in King.

13415 Dufferin Street, King, Ontario L7B 1K5 T: 905 833 1972 www.cds.on.ca

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PUBLIC SWIM SCHEDULES AURORA FAMILY LEISURE COMPLEX

STRONACH AURORA RECREATION COMPLEX

135 Industrial Parkway North | 905-841-7529 Desjardins Pool

1400 Wellington St. East | 905-726-4770 Canadian Tire Aquatic Centre

OCTOBER 3 - DECEMBER 23, 2022

DAY Mon & Wed

Tue & Thu

Fri Sat Sun

LANE SWIM & SPA 6:00am - 9:00am 11:30am - 1:00pm 4:00pm - 5:00pm* 8:30pm - 10:00pm *Available: Oct 3 to Dec 12 6:00am - 9:00am 11:30am - 1:00pm 8:30pm - 10:00pm 6:00am - 9:00am 11:30am - 1:00pm 4:00pm - 5:00pm* *Available: Oct 7 to Dec 9 8:00am - 9:30am 8:00am - 9:30am

OCTOBER 3 DECEMBER 23, 2022

SILVER SWIMMERS LEISURE SWIM DAY 11:00am - 11:30am 9:30am - 10:30am Mon & Wed

LANE SWIM & LEISURE SWIM THERAPY POOL 7:45am - 8:45am 11:00am - 1:00pm 9:05pm - 10:05pm 7:45am - 8:45am 11:00am - 1:00pm 9:05pm - 10:05pm

11:00am - 11:30am

Tue & Thu

11:00am - 11:30am

Fri

7:45am - 8:45am 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sat

1:00pm - 2:00pm

2:15pm - 3:45pm

Sun

1:00pm - 2:00pm

2:15pm - 3:45pm

ADMISSION FEES (HST Included) $3.70 per person, per visit $27.75 for 10 visits

SWIM SCHEDULES

Visit www.aurora.ca/aquatics for the most up-to-date swimming information.

HOLIDAY REVISED SCHEDULE

Winter Holiday Schedule: December 24, 2022 to January 6, 2023 Visit www.aurora.ca/aquatics for revised swim schedule.

SARC POOL CLOSURE

September 6 to October 2, 2022

SARC Pool will be closed for annual maintenance.

AFLC Pool revised swim schedule during this pool closure time period will be posted online.

Please visit www.aurora.ca/aquatics for schedule.

DESJARDINS DAYS

For schedules and up-to-date information, please visit www.aurora.ca/desjardinsdays

SWIM DESCRIPTIONS

Lane Swim For those wishing to utilize the pool for fitness and endurance. Participants are asked to swim continuously and in the lane appropriate to their speed.

Therapy Pool Intended for swimmers of all ages to use the Therapy Pool only, but not exclusive to therapeutic purposes. Limited equipment may be provided at this time. Therapy Pool is only available at the SARC. Silver Swimmers This program is to provide Older Adults Swimmers (55 yrs+) an opportunity to use the pool in a comfortable self-paced atmosphere with other older adult swimmers. This is a chance to get into the water and swim, or exercise at your own pace.

Leisure Swim Fun and enjoyment for all ages.

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GENERAL AQUATIC INFORMATION BEFORE SWIMMING LESSONS START The Town of Aurora Aquatics Team will be emailing session information prior to the first swim lesson. Please ensure your email is updated in e-PLAY to receive this information.

WHAT LEVEL SHOULD I REGISTER IN? Visit our pool and one of the Aquatic Staff can assist you in determining what level to register in. The Aquatics division offers free swimming lesson assessments. Register for a time slot at www.aurora.ca/eplay.

MAKE-UP LESSONS Occasionally lessons may be cancelled due to pool fouling, mechanical, or chemical problems. Makeup classes due to participant’s illness or personal commitments will not be available. Where a pool may close in an untimely manner, the Town will attempt to accommodate the disruption where applicable (for example - move to a different pool at the SARC or complete dry land water safety activities). If over half of the class in unable to be completed satisfactorily a credit may be issued.

GENERAL POOL RULES • Disposable and cloth diapers are not permitted in the water.

Please use swim diapers designed for pool use.

• Individuals with a serious medical condition should be accompanied in the water with another individual knowledgeable of their condition and inform the lifeguard.

• Those infected with a communicable disease or having open sores on their body will not be admitted to the swimming pool.

• Please do not bring food and/or beverages onto pool decks or viewing galleries. Only water contained in plastic or nonbreakable containers is permissible.

POOL FOULING/CLOSURE To reduce the number of closures due to pool fouling, participants not toilet trained are required to wear snug fitting plastic pants or swim diapers. Also, please keep eating to a minimum prior to swimming. Disposable swim diapers are carried at both the A.F.L.C. and S.A.R.C., and can be purchased at the reception desk.

PARENT’S DAY Parent’s Day will take place during the 5th lesson. Classes will end 5 minutes early to give parents the opportunity to talk to their child’s instructor about their progress, please remember to remove your shoes. Please note that picture taking is only permitted on Picture Day. PICTURE DAY Picture Day will take place during the 6th lesson. Parents are invited on deck to watch their child’s swimming lesson and take pictures, please remember to remove your shoes. Please note that picture taking is only permitted on this day.

CELL PHONES, FILMING AND PHOTOGRAPHY Please note that to ensure the privacy of others, the use of cell phone devices, filming or photography will not be permitted in the change rooms, viewing gallery or pool area during swimming programs or recreational swims.

STROLLERS, WHEELCHAIRS & ASSISTIVE MOBILITY DEVICES Strollers are not permitted on the pool deck. Wheelchairs and assistive mobility devices (for example - walkers) are permitted, however the wheels must be cleaned prior to entering the pool area. Water wheelchairs are provided in the change rooms.

CHANGE ROOM POLICIES • Children 7 years of age and older are encouraged to use the change room designated for their gender.

• Mixed gender families, unaccompanied children and persons with identified special needs and their caregivers are encouraged to use the family change room.

We ask that all patrons cooperate in making the change room experience comfortable for everyone.

Please do not leave clothing or other belongings in the change stalls during your time in the pool.

SWIM CANCELLATION DATES & TIMES September 6 to October 2, 2022: SARC Pool will be closed for annual pool maintenance.

AFLC Pool revised swim schedule during this pool closure time period will be posted online.

October 10, 2022: Thanksgiving Day holiday schedule will be in effect.

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LEARN TO SWIM

RED CROSS SWIM M LIFESAVING SOCIETY SWIM FOR LIFE SWIM PROGRAM CONVERSION CHART PREVIOUS LEVEL IN REGISTER IN LIFESAVING RED CROSS SWIM SOCIETY SWIM FOR LIFE Starfish Duck Sea Turtle Sea Otter Salamander Sunfish Crocodile Whale Swim Kids 1 or Swim Kids 2 Swim Kids 3 or Swim Kids 4 Swim Kids 5 Swim Kids 6 or Swim Kids 7 Swim Kids 8 Swim Kids 9 Swim Kids 10 N/A N/A

Parent & Tot 1 Parent & Tot 2 Parent & Tot 3 Preschool 1 Preschool 2 Preschool 3 Preschool 4 Preschool 5 Swimmer 1 Swimmer 2 Swimmer 3 Swimmer 4 Swimmer 5 Swimmer 6 Swimmer 7 / Rookie Patrol Swimmer 8 / Ranger Patrol Swimmer 9 / Star Patrol

Please refer to the conversion chart in order to identify which level to register in for the next session.

Note: Learn to Swim programs in other organizations may differ from our programs. For more information or if you require assistance, please email Shelley Makepeace (Aquatics Programmer) at smakepeace@aurora.ca SWIM ADMISSION POLICY Red, yellow, and green wristbands will be provided based on the age of the swimmer or their swimming ability following a facility swim test. Wristbands must be worn at all times while in the pool or on the deck.

The purpose of the Swim Admission Policy is to ensure the safety of all of our swimmers and to provide guidelines for children under the age of ten during public swimming.

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LEARN TO SWIM

Town of Aurora

LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAM STRUCTURE ages 12 to 17 years

ages 18 years +

ages 10 to 13 years

Teen 3

Adult 3

Recommended

Teen 2

Adult 2

Teen 1

Adult 1

Bronze Star

ages 6 to 12 years

Swimmer 9 Star Patrol Swimmer 8 Ranger Patrol

ages 3 to 5 years

Preschool 5 Preschool 4

Swimmer 7 Rookie Patrol

Preschool 3

Swimmer 6

Preschool 2

Swimmer 5

Preschool 1

Swimmer 4 Swimmer 3

ages 4 months to 3 years

Swimmer 2

Parent & Tot 1, 2, 3

Swimmer 1

Need a challenge? ages 7 to 15 years

ages 10 to 16 years

Fitness Swimmer

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See Aquatic Leadership for more details.

LEARN TO SWIM PARENT & TOT 2 Age: 12 to 24 months The in-water interaction between parent and child is designed to stress the importance of play in developing water-positive attitudes and skills. This class is designed for the 12 to 24 month old to learn to enjoy the water with the parent and is based on each child’s development. These activities and progressions are based on child development and we recommend parents register in the level appropriate to for their child’s age.

Note: 1 guardian per child.

Location: AFLC DAY Sat Sun

DATE Oct 8 Oct 9

TIME 11:00am – 11:30am 10:30am – 11:00am

FEE/CLASS CODE $96.00/10 26103 $96.00/10 26151

TIME 10:00am – 10:30am 11:30am – 12:00pm 9:30am – 10:00am 11:30am – 12:00pm 5:30pm – 6:00pm 5:00pm – 5:30pm 6:30pm – 7:00pm 6:15pm – 6:45pm 6:00pm – 6:30pm 7:00pm – 7:30pm

FEE/CLASS $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10

Location: SARC

PARENT & TOT 1 Age: 4 to 12 months The in-water interaction between parent and child is designed to stress the importance of play in developing water-positive attitudes and skills. This class is designed for the 4 to 12 month old to learn to enjoy the water with the parent and is based on each child’s development. These activities and progressions are based on child development and we recommend parents register in the level appropriate to for their child’s age.

Note: 1 guardian per child.

Location: AFLC DAY Sat

DATE Oct 8

TIME 10:30am – 11:00am

FEE/CLASS CODE $96.00/10 26102

Location: SARC DAY Sat Sun Sun Tue Wed Thu

DATE Oct 8 Oct 9 Oct 9 Oct 4 Oct 5 Oct 6

TIME 11:00am – 11:30am 9:00am – 9:30am 11:00am – 11:30am 6:00pm – 6:30pm 6:45pm – 7:15pm 5:30pm – 6:00pm

FEE/CLASS $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10

CODE 25942 25943 25944 25945 25946 25947

Parented Program Note: 1 guardian per child.

AGE REQUIREMENTS

For parented programs, participants must be the minimum age by the first day of the program.

For all other programs, participants must be the minimum age by the last day of the program.

DAY Sat Sat Sun Sun Mon Tue Tue Wed Thu Thu

DATE Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 9 Oct 9 Oct 3 Oct 4 Oct 4 Oct 5 Oct 6 Oct 6

CODE 25948 25949 25950 25951 25952 25953 25954 25955 25956 25957

PARENT & TOT 3 Age: 2 to 5 years The in-water interaction between parent and child is designed to stress the importance of play in developing water-positive attitudes and skills. This class is designed for the participant to learn to enjoy the water with the parent and is based on each child’s development.

These activities and progressions are based on child development and we recommend parents register in the level appropriate to for their child’s age.

Note: 1 guardian per child.

Location: AFLC DAY Sat Sun

DATE Oct 8 Oct 9

TIME 11:30am – 12:00pm 11:00am – 11:30am

FEE/CLASS CODE $96.00/10 26104 $96.00/10 26152

TIME 9:30am – 10:00am 10:30am – 11:00am 12:00pm – 12:30pm 9:00am – 9:30am 10:30am – 11:00am 12:00pm – 12:30pm 6:15pm – 6:45pm 5:30pm – 6:00pm 7:00pm – 7:30pm 5:45pm – 6:15pm 5:00pm – 5:30pm 6:30pm – 7:00pm

FEE/CLASS $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10

Location: SARC DAY Sat Sat Sat Sun Sun Sun Mon Tue Tue Wed Thu Thu

DATE Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 9 Oct 9 Oct 9 Oct 3 Oct 4 Oct 4 Oct 5 Oct 6 Oct 6

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CODE 25958 25959 25960 25961 25962 25963 25964 25965 25966 25967 25968 25969

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LEARN TO SWIM PRESCHOOL 1 Age: 3 to 5 years Preschoolers will have fun learning to get in and out of the water.

We’ll help them jump into chest deep water. They’ll float and glide on their front and back, and learn to get their face wet and blow bubbles underwater.

PRESCHOOL 3 Age: 3 to 5 years Preschoolers will try both jumping and a sideways entry into deep water while wearing a lifejacket. They’ll recover objects from the bottom in waist-deep water. They’ll work on kicking and gliding through the water on their front and back.

Location: AFLC

Location: SARC

DAY Wed

DATE Oct 5

TIME 6:00pm – 6:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $96.00/10 26105

TIME 9:00am – 9:30am 10:00am – 10:30am 11:00am – 11:30am 11:30am – 12:00pm 12:00pm – 12:30pm 9:00am – 9:30am 9:30am – 10:00am 10:30am – 11:00am 11:30am – 12:00pm 5:45pm – 6:15pm 5:30pm – 6:00pm 6:30pm – 7:00pm 5:45pm – 6:15pm 7:15pm – 7:45pm 5:00pm – 5:30pm 6:00pm – 6:30pm

FEE/CLASS $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10

Location: SARC DAY Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat Sun Sun Sun Sun Mon Tue Tue Wed Wed Thu Thu

DATE Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 9 Oct 9 Oct 9 Oct 9 Oct 3 Oct 4 Oct 4 Oct 5 Oct 5 Oct 6 Oct 6

CODE 25970 25971 25972 25973 25974 25975 25976 25977 25978 25979 25980 25981 25982 25983 25984 25985

PRESCHOOL 2 Age: 3 to 5 years Preschoolers learn to jump into chest deep water by themselves, and get in and get out wearing a lifejacket. They’ll submerge and exhale underwater. While wearing a lifejacket they’ll glide on their front and back.

Location: AFLC DAY Wed

DATE Oct 5

TIME 6:30pm – 7:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $96.00/10 26106

TIME 9:30am – 10:00am 10:30am – 11:00am 11:00am – 11:30am 11:30am – 12:00pm 9:30am – 10:00am 11:00am – 11:30am 11:30am – 12:00pm 12:00pm – 12:30pm 6:15pm – 6:45pm 7:00pm – 7:30pm 6:00pm – 6:30pm 7:00pm – 7:30pm 6:15pm – 6:45pm 7:15pm – 7:45pm 5:30pm – 6:00pm 6:30pm – 7:00pm

FEE/CLASS $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10

Location: SARC DAY Sat Sat Sat Sat Sun Sun Sun Sun Mon Mon Tue Tue Wed Wed Thu Thu

DATE Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 9 Oct 9 Oct 9 Oct 9 Oct 3 Oct 3 Oct 4 Oct 4 Oct 5 Oct 5 Oct 6 Oct 6

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CODE 25986 25987 25988 25989 25990 25991 25992 25993 25994 25995 25996 25997 25998 25999 26000 26001

DAY Sat Sat Sat Sat Sun Sun Sun Mon Mon Tue Tue Wed Wed Thu Thu

TIME 9:00am – 9:30am 10:00am – 10:30am 10:30am – 11:00am 12:00pm – 12:30pm 9:00am – 9:30am 10:30am – 11:00am 12:00pm – 12:30pm 5:30pm – 6:00pm 6:45pm – 7:15pm 5:30pm – 6:00pm 7:00pm – 7:30pm 5:45pm – 6:15pm 6:45pm – 7:15pm 5:00pm – 5:30pm 6:30pm – 7:00pm

FEE/CLASS $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10

CODE 26002 26003 26004 26005 26006 26007 26008 26009 26010 26011 26012 26013 26014 26015 26016

PRESCHOOL 4 Age: 3 to 5 years Preschoolers will learn to do solo jumps into deeper water and get out by themselves. They’ll do sideways entries and open their eyes underwater. They’ll master a short (5 m) swim on their front wearing a lifejacket and gliding and kicking on their side.

Location: SARC DAY Sat Sat Sun Sun Sun Mon Tue Wed Wed Thu

DATE Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 9 Oct 9 Oct 9 Oct 3 Oct 4 Oct 5 Oct 5 Oct 6

TIME 9:30am – 10:00am 11:00am – 11:30am 9:30am – 10:00am 10:30am – 11:00am 11:00am – 11:30am 5:45pm – 6:15pm 6:00pm – 6:30pm 6:15pm – 6:45pm 6:45pm – 7:15pm 5:30pm – 6:00pm

FEE/CLASS $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10

CODE 26017 26018 26019 26020 26021 26022 26023 26024 26305 26025

PRESCHOOL 5 Age: 3 to 5 years These youngsters get more adventuresome with a forward roll entry wearing a lifejacket and treading water for 10 sec. They’ll work on front and back crawl swims for 5 m, interval training and get a giggle out of whip kick.

Location: SARC DAY Sat Sat Sun Sun Tue Wed Thu

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DATE Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 9 Oct 9 Oct 4 Oct 5 Oct 6

TIME 10:00am – 10:30am 11:30am – 12:00pm 9:00am – 9:30am 11:30am – 12:00pm 6:30pm – 7:00pm 5:45pm – 6:15pm 6:00pm – 6:30pm

FEE/CLASS $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10

CODE 26026 26027 26028 26029 26030 26031 26032

LEARN TO SWIM SWIMMER 1 Age: 6 to 12 years Swimmers will become comfortable jumping into water with and without a lifejacket. They’ll learn to open their eyes, exhale and hold their breath underwater. They’ll work on floats, glides and kicking through the water on their front and back.

Location: AFLC DAY Sat Sun Sun Mon Tue

DATE Oct 8 Oct 9 Oct 9 Oct 3 Oct 4

TIME 10:30am – 11:00am 11:00am – 11:30am 11:30am – 12:00pm 5:45pm – 6:15pm 6:00pm – 6:30pm

FEE/CLASS $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10

CODE 26142 26155 26156 26157 26158

TIME 9:00am – 9:30am 10:00am – 10:30am 11:00am – 11:30am 12:00pm – 12:30pm 12:00pm – 12:30pm 6:00pm – 6:30pm 7:30pm – 8:00pm

FEE/CLASS $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10

CODE 26033 26034 26035 26036 26037 26038 26039

Location: SARC DAY Sat Sat Sat Sat Sun Mon Wed

DATE Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 9 Oct 3 Oct 5

SWIMMER 2 Age: 6 to 12 years Swimmers will jump into deeper water, and learn to be comfortable falling sideways into the water wearing a lifejacket. They’ll be able to support themselves at the surface without an aid, learn whip kick, swim 10 m on their front and back, and be introduced to flutter kick interval training (4 x 5 m).

Location: AFLC DAY Sat Sun Sun Mon Tue

DATE Oct 8 Oct 9 Oct 9 Oct 3 Oct 4

TIME 11:00am – 11:30am 10:00am – 10:30am 11:30am – 12:00pm 6:15pm – 6:45pm 6:30pm – 7:00pm

FEE/CLASS $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10

CODE 26143 26159 26160 26161 26162

TIME 9:30am – 10:00am 10:30am – 11:00am 11:30am – 12:00pm 12:00pm – 12:30pm 6:30pm – 7:00pm 7:00pm – 7:30pm

FEE/CLASS $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10 $96.00/10

CODE 26040 26041 26042 26043 26044 26045

Location: SARC DAY Sat Sat Sat Sun Mon Wed

DATE Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 9 Oct 3 Oct 5

IS YOUR CHILD TURNING 6 YEARS OLD? If your child has completed Preschool 5, please register in Swimmer 2. If they are still working on Preschool 1 to 5, please register in Swimmer 1.

DIVING – AURORA FAMILY LEISURE COMPLEX

Please note that due to the depth of the pool at the AFLC, any diving components will not be included in the program.

This will not affect the outcome of the participant’s ability to complete a swimming level.

SWIMMER 3 Age: 6 to 12 years Swimmers will dive, do in-water front somersaults, and handstands.

They’ll work on 15 m of front crawl, back crawl and 10 m of whip kick.

Flutter kick interval training increases to 4 x 15 m.

Location: AFLC DAY Sat Sun Mon Tue

DATE Oct 8 Oct 9 Oct 3 Oct 4

TIME 11:30am – 12:15pm 10:15am – 11:00am 6:45pm – 7:30pm 5:15pm – 6:00pm

FEE/CLASS $109.00/10 $109.00/10 $109.00/10 $109.00/10

CODE 26144 26163 26164 26165

TIME 9:45am – 10:30am 10:30am – 11:15am 11:15am – 12:00pm 11:15am – 12:00pm 6:00pm – 6:45pm 6:15pm – 7:00pm 7:15pm – 8:00pm

FEE/CLASS $109.00/10 $109.00/10 $109.00/10 $109.00/10 $109.00/10 $109.00/10 $109.00/10

CODE 26046 26047 26048 26049 26050 26051 26052

Location: SARC DAY Sat Sat Sat Sun Mon Wed Wed

DATE Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 9 Oct 3 Oct 5 Oct 5

SWIMMER 4 Age: 6 to 12 years Swimmers will swim 5 m underwater and lengths of front, back crawl, whip kick, and breaststroke arms with breathing. Their new bag of tricks includes the completion of the Canadian Swim to Survive® Standard. They’ll cap it all off with front crawl sprints over 25 m and 4 x 25 m front or back crawl interval training.

Location: AFLC DAY Mon Tue Wed

DATE Oct 3 Oct 4 Oct 5

TIME 5:00pm – 5:45pm 6:45pm – 7:30pm 6:00pm – 6:45pm

FEE/CLASS $109.00/10 $109.00/10 $109.00/10

CODE 26145 26166 26167

TIME 9:45am – 10:30am 11:15am – 12:00pm 10:30am – 11:15am 6:45pm – 7:30pm

FEE/CLASS $109.00/10 $109.00/10 $109.00/10 $109.00/10

CODE 26053 26054 26055 26056

Location: SARC DAY Sat Sat Sun Mon

DATE Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 9 Oct 3

NON-RESIDENT SURCHARGE

A 20% non-resident surcharge will be applied to ALL Learn to Swim fees (including group, semi-private and private) for non-Aurora residents.

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LEARN TO SWIM SWIMMER 5 Age: 6 to 12 years Swimmers will master shallow dives, cannonball entries, eggbeater kicks, and in-water backward somersaults. They’ll refine their front and back crawl over 50 m swims of each, and breaststroke over 25 m.

Then they’ll pick up the pace in 25 m sprints and two interval training bouts: 4 x 50 m front or back crawl; and 4 x 15 m breaststroke.

Location: AFLC DAY Mon Tue Wed

DATE Oct 3 Oct 4 Oct 5

TIME 5:00pm – 5:45pm 6:00pm – 6:45pm 6:15pm – 7:00pm

FEE/CLASS $109.00/10 $109.00/10 $109.00/10

CODE 26146 26169 26170

Location: SARC DAY Sat Sat Sun Mon

DATE Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 9 Oct 3

TIME 9:00am – 9:45am 10:30am – 11:15am 10:30am – 11:15am 6:45pm – 7:30pm

FEE/CLASS $109.00/10 $109.00/10 $109.00/10 $109.00/10

CODE 26067 26068 26069 26070

SWIMMER 6 Age: 6 to 12 years Swimmers will rise to the challenge of sophisticated aquatic skills including stride entries, compact jumps and lifesaving kicks like eggbeater and scissor kick. They’ll develop strength and power in head-up breaststroke sprints over 25 m. They’ll easily swim lengths of front crawl, back crawl, and breaststroke, and they’ll complete the 300 m workout.

Location: AFLC DAY Mon Wed Fri

DATE Oct 3 Oct 5 Oct 7

TIME 5:45pm – 6:30pm 6:45pm – 7:30pm 5:15pm – 6:00pm

FEE/CLASS $109.00/10 $109.00/10 $109.00/10

CODE 26147 26171 26172

TIME 9:00am – 9:45am 10:30am – 11:15am 11:15am – 12:00pm

FEE/CLASS $109.00/10 $109.00/10 $109.00/10

CODE 26071 26072 26073

Location: SARC DAY Sat Sat Sun

DATE Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 9

SWIMMER 7 – ROOKIE PATROL Age: 6 to 12 years Swimmers continue stroke development with 50 m swims of front crawl, back crawl and breaststroke. Lifesaving sport skills include a 25 m obstacle swim and 15 m object carry. First aid focuses on assessment of conscious victims, contacting EMS, and treatment for bleeding. Fitness improves in 350 m workouts and 100 m timed swims.

Location: AFLC DAY Sat Fri

DATE Oct 8 Oct 7

TIME 3:30pm – 4:30pm 6:00pm – 7:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $130.00/10 26148 $130.00/10 26173

SWIMMER 8 – RANGER PATROL Age: 6 to 12 years Swimmers develop better strokes over 75 m swims of each stroke.

They tackle lifesaving sport skills in a lifesaving medley, timed object support and rescue with a buoyant aid. First aid focuses on assessment of unconscious victims, treatment of victims in shock and obstructed airway procedures. Skill drills develop a strong lifesaving foundation.

Location: AFLC DAY Sat Fri

DATE Oct 8 Oct 7

TIME 3:30pm – 4:30pm 7:00pm – 8:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $130.00/10 26149 $130.00/10 26174

SWIMMER 9 – STAR PATROL Age: 6 to 12 years Swimmers are challenged with 600 m workouts, 300 m timed swims and a 25 m object carry. Strokes are refined over 100 m swims. First aid focuses on treatment of bone or joint injuries and respiratory emergencies including asthma and allergic reactions. Lifesaving skills include defence methods, victim removals and rolling over and supporting a victim face up in shallow water.

Location: AFLC DAY Sat

DATE Oct 8

TIME 4:30pm – 5:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $130.00/10 26150

SPECIALTY – FAMILY SWIM LESSONS Age: 3 to 12 years Register for this time slot rater than a particular level. Suitable for: Preschool 1 to 5 and Swimmer 1 to 6. Multiple levels may be combined into a class. Class sizes will vary.

BRONZE STAR Age: 10 to 13 years The course will prepare young candidates to be ready for Bronze Medallion. It will focus on lifesaving skills and fitness as well as decision-making and how to take charge in an emergency.

Note: Swimmer 9 – Star Patrol recommended.

Location: SARC

Location: AFLC

DAY Sun

DATE Oct 9

TIME 10:00am – 10:30am

FEE/CLASS CODE $153.00/10 26074

DAY Sat

DATE Oct 8

TIME 4:30pm – 5:45pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $145.00/10 26101

TIME 9:00am – 10:15am

FEE/CLASS CODE $145.00/10 26075

Location: AFLC

AQUATIC LEADERSHIP INFORMATION For Aquatic Leadership course offerings, please visit www.aurora.ca/aquaticleadership.

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LEARN TO SWIM AURORA LIFESAVING CLUB Age: Blue – 8 to 11 years Green – 12 to 13 years Teal – 14 to 15 years The Aurora Lifesaving Club (ALC) is a Town based lifesaving club that engages youth in physical activity and participation in lifesaving sport. This club-based program focuses on keeping youth active in the community and building a sense of belonging while learning lifesaving sport skills. ALC members will develop lifesaving skills, and engage in active living through participation in regional and provincial competitions. The perfect youth training program for future lifeguards.

Benefits of Joining the ALC • Develop increasingly complex skills in swimming, including stroke correction, endurance and speed.

• Promotes overall physical fitness.

Prerequisite: Swimmer 4 Location: SARC – Blue (8 to 11 years) DAY Sat Sun

DATE Oct 8 Oct 9

TIME 11:30am – 12:30pm 9:30am – 10:30am

FEE/CLASS CODE $130.00/10 26077 $130.00/10 26078

Location: SARC – Green (12 to 13 years) TEEN/ADULT 1 Age: 12 to 17 years Swimmers set their own goals, work to improve their current swimming ability and fitness, and develop water confidence and smooth recognizable strokes. This level works on the basics skills of swimming like those found in Swimmer 1 and 2.

Location: AFLC DAY Fri

DATE Oct 7

TIME 8:00pm – 8:45pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $109.00/10 26175

Location: SARC DAY Mon

DATE Oct 3

TIME 7:15pm – 8:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $109.00/10 26076

TEEN/ADULT 2 Age: 12 to 17 years Swimmers set their own goals, work to improve their current swimming ability and fitness, and develop water confidence and smooth recognizable strokes. This level works on the intermediate skills of swimming like those found in Swimmer 3 and 4.

DAY Sun Fri

DATE Oct 9 Oct 7

TIME 10:30am – 11:30am 7:30pm – 8:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $130.00/10 26079 $130.00/10 26080

Location: SARC – Teal (14 to 15 years) DAY Sun Fri

DATE Oct 9 Oct 7

TIME 11:30am – 12:30pm 8:30pm – 9:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $130.00/10 26081 $130.00/10 26082

INSTRUCTOR REQUESTS

The Town of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer and as such is committed to recognizing and celebrating the diversity of talent and expertise that make each person unique. The Aquatics division is pleased to offer instructor requests and we will do our best to accommodate your respective requests. However please note the Town does not discriminate instructors based on traits within the Ontario Human Rights Code. Please contact the Aquatics Programmer with your request at smakepeace@aurora.ca.

Location: AFLC DAY Fri

DATE Oct 7

TIME 8:00pm – 8:45pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $109.00/10 26176

TEEN/ADULT 3 Age: 12 to 17 years Swimmers set their own goals, work to improve their current swimming ability and fitness, and develop water confidence and smooth recognizable strokes. This level works on the advanced skills of swimming like those found in Swimmer 5 and 6.

Location: AFLC DAY Fri

DATE Oct 7

TIME 8:00pm – 8:45pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $109.00/10 26177 Community Services Program Guide | Fall 2022

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LEARN TO SWIM SHALLOW WATER PRIVATE Age: 3 to 5 years These private lessons are taught in shallow water only. Shallow water is best suited for Preschool 1 to 4.

Location: SARC DAY DATE Tue Oct 4 Wed Oct 5 Thu Oct 6

TIME 5:00pm – 5:30pm 5:15pm – 5:45pm 7:00pm – 7:30pm

FEE/CLASS $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10

CODE 26083 26084 26085

PRIVATE Age: 3+ years One swimmer with one instructor focusing on any level within the private class, or any goal you may have including Fitness, Endurance, Stroke Correction and more.

Location: AFLC DAY Sat Sat Sat Sat Sun Sun Sun Sun Sun Sun Sun Sun Sun Sun Sun Mon Mon Mon Mon Mon Mon Tue Tue Tue Tue Tue Wed Wed Wed Wed Wed Fri Fri Fri Fri Fri Fri

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DATE Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 9 Oct 9 Oct 9 Oct 9 Oct 9 Oct 9 Oct 9 Oct 9 Oct 9 Oct 9 Oct 9 Oct 3 Oct 3 Oct 3 Oct 3 Oct 3 Oct 3 Oct 4 Oct 4 Oct 4 Oct 4 Oct 4 Oct 5 Oct 5 Oct 5 Oct 5 Oct 5 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7

TIME 10:30am – 11:00am 11:00am – 11:30am 11:30am – 12:00pm 12:00pm – 12:30pm 10:00am – 10:30am 10:30am – 11:00am 11:00am – 11:30am 11:30am – 12:00pm 12:00pm – 12:30pm 3:00pm – 3:30pm 3:30pm – 4:00pm 4:00pm – 4:30pm 4:30pm – 5:00pm 5:00pm – 5:30pm 5:30pm – 6:00pm 5:15pm – 5:45pm 5:45pm – 6:15pm 6:15pm – 6:45pm 6:30pm – 7:00pm 6:45pm – 7:15pm 7:00pm – 7:30pm 5:00pm – 5:30pm 5:30pm – 6:00pm 6:00pm – 6:30pm 6:30pm – 7:00pm 7:00pm – 7:30pm 5:00pm – 5:30pm 5:15pm – 5:45pm 5:30pm – 6:00pm 5:45pm – 6:15pm 7:00pm – 7:30pm 5:00pm – 5:30pm 5:30pm – 6:00pm 6:00pm – 6:30pm 6:30pm – 7:00pm 7:00pm – 7:30pm 7:30pm – 8:00pm

FEE/CLASS $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10

CODE 26107 26108 26109 26110 26111 26112 26113 26114 26115 26116 26117 26118 26119 26120 26121 26122 26123 26124 26125 26126 26153 26127 26128 26129 26130 26131 26132 26133 26134 26135 26154 26136 26137 26138 26139 26140 26141

Location: SARC DAY Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat Sun Sun Sun Sun Mon

DATE Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 9 Oct 9 Oct 9 Oct 9 Oct 3

TIME 9:00am – 9:30am 9:30am – 10:00am 10:00am – 10:30am 10:30am – 11:00am 12:00pm – 12:30pm 9:30am – 10:00am 11:00am – 11:30am 11:30am – 12:00pm 12:00pm – 12:30pm 7:30pm – 8:00pm

FEE/CLASS $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10 $266.00/10

CODE 26086 26087 26088 26089 26090 26091 26092 26093 26094 26095

ADAPTED PRIVATES Age: 3+ years Adapted Privates are specifically designed for swimmers with disabilities, and will feature one swimmer with one instructor focusing on specific skills requiring attention. For approval, please visit www.aurora.ca/inclusionservices and complete an aquatic intake form.

Location: AFLC DAY Thu Thu Thu Thu Thu

DATE Oct 6 Oct 6 Oct 6 Oct 6 Oct 6

TIME 5:00pm – 5:30pm 5:30pm – 6:00pm 6:00pm – 6:30pm 6:30pm – 7:00pm 7:00pm – 7:30pm

FEE/CLASS $191.00/10 $191.00/10 $191.00/10 $191.00/10 $191.00/10

CODE 26096 26097 26098 26099 26100

SEMI-PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS

In order to obtain a Semi-Private Swim lesson, please follow these steps: 1 – Register for a Private Swim lesson for one swimmer.

2 – Email rleisure@aurora.ca a minimum of 3 days prior to the start of the lesson to create the Semi-Private Swim lesson.

Note: Cost is $23.00 per child per class.

FAMILY PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS

Parents and children can learn to swim together. In order to obtain a Family Private Swim lesson, please follow these steps: 1 – Register for a Private Swim lesson for one swimmer.

2 – Email rleisure@aurora.ca a minimum of 3 days prior to the start of the lesson to create the Family Swim lesson.

Note: Cost is $15.30 per person per class. Maximum of 5 people.

INCLUSION SERVICES

Adapted Privates Adapted Privates are specifically designed for swimmers with disabilities, and will feature one swimmer with one instructor focusing on specific skills requiring attention.

Aqua Buddies This is our volunteer program, where we look to pair the swimmer with a volunteer for the duration of the program you wish to register for. An Aqua Buddy can be made available for any swim program at either complex, any day of the week.

Register online using our e-PLAY system.

For approval, please visit www.aurora.ca/inclusionservices and complete an aquatic intake form.

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AQUATIC LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS

How to become a Town of Aurora

SWIM INSTRUCTOR OR LIFEGUARD Recommended Bronze Star 10 to 13 years

Swim, Lifesaving & E.F.A. Instructor 15 years +

Standard First Aid 14 years +

Bronze Cross 13 years +

Start here

Bronze Medallion & Emergency First Aid Bronze Star or 13+

Tip: Join Aurora Lifesaving Club to keep skills sharp

Recommended Assistant Swim Instructor 14 years +

National Lifeguard 15 years + Apply for job at aurora.ca/jobs

Tip: Volunteer at an Aurora pool to enhance employment eligibility

Congratulations you’re hired!

LIFEGUARD

STAFF

BEING AN AQUATIC VOLUNTEER • It’s a rewarding experience!

• It’s an opportunity to meet new friends and start networking.

• You receive hours for community involvement or a 25% discount towards future aquatic leadership courses.

AQUATIC LEADERSHIP INFORMATION For Aquatic Leadership course offerings, please visit www.aurora.ca/aquaticleadership.

Register for an Aquatic Volunteer Orientation Workshop to learn more information.

Please contact Shelley Makepeace (Aquatics Programmer) with any questions at smakepeace@aurora.ca Community Services Program Guide | Fall 2022

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Register Today! spiritofmath.com/register Newmarket Campus 130 Mulock Dr., Unit 1, Newmarket (905) 918-2818 newmarket@spiritofmath.com *Minimum B+ average and entrance interview required for acceptance.

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PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS

FUN THEMED WORKSHOPS Join Us For These Exciting Programs!

FANTASTIC FALL FUN Age: 2 to 6 years Location: SARC Discover your child’s creative side while they enjoy exploring the excitement of Fall. Children will engage in crafts, songs and games bringing out the best of the season. Together you and your child will giggle, move and generate memories that will last a lifetime.

DAY Wed

DATE Oct 12

TIME 5:00pm – 6:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $12.00/1 25744

LITTLE MONSTERS Age: 4 to 6 years Location: SARC Scare up some fun with this Halloween program. You and your costumed cutie will participate together in some creepy crafts, songs, games and dancing. Join us if you dare for some Halloween scares while enjoying quality time with your little monster.

DAY Thu

DATE Oct 27

TIME 5:30pm – 6:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $12.00/1 25743

LEST WE FORGET Age: 2 to 6 years Location: SARC Canadians across the country pause in a silent moment of remembrance for the men and women who have and currently serve our country. This program will highlight the importance of Remembrance Day through a story. Participants will enjoy multiple themed crafts and activities.

DAY Fri

DATE Nov 11

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 11:30am – 12:30pm $12.00/1 25745

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PRESCHOOL ABC 123 Age: 2 to 4 years Location: SARC Come join the fun as we explore the alphabet, numbers, colours and shapes with songs, finger plays, games and crafts in this fun-filled class. Parents and tots will practice all these concepts while having fun and making friends. Each class will involve creating a craft and other fun activities to go along with the daily theme. Please register each child individually. Maximum 2 children per adult.

DAY Wed

DATE Sept 28

TIME 9:30am – 10:15am

FEE/CLASS $105.00/10

CODE 25718

DANCE – BALLET Age: 3 to 5 years Location: ACC Your little dancer will enjoy learning how to spin, twirl, and point their toes. Each class will consist of learning the basics of ballet. Join the fun and let your little dancer develop confidence and creativity.

Parent/Guardian must remain in the program space for the entirety of the program.

DAY Sat Sat

DATE Oct 1 Oct 1

TIME 9:00am – 9:45am 10:00am – 10:45am

FEE/CLASS $143.00/10 $143.00/10

CODE 25719 25720

DANCE – JAZZ Age: 3 to 5 years Location: ACC Your little dancer will enjoy learning how to jump, step and groove to the music. Each class will consist of learning the basics of jazz dance. Join the fun and let your little dancer develop confidence and creativity. Parent/Guardian must remain in the program space for the entirety of the program.

DAY Wed Wed

DATE Sept 28 Sept 28

TIME 4:45pm – 5:30pm 5:45pm – 6:30pm

FEE/CLASS $143.00/10 $143.00/10

CODE 25721 25722

I CAN BUILD THAT! Age: 1 1/2 to 3 years Location: SARC Put on your hard hat and let’s get to work. You and your little builder will get to take part in sing-a-longs, sensory play and movement activities all about construction machines and tools. Participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. *No class on: Oct 10 DAY Mon Thu Thu Thu

DATE Sept 26 Oct 13 Oct 27 Nov 24

TIME 10:30am – 11:15am 5:00pm – 5:45pm 5:00pm – 5:45pm 5:00pm – 5:45pm

FEE/CLASS $113.00/10 $12.00/1 $12.00/1 $12.00/1

CODE 25723* 25724 25773 25774

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PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS JUMPING JELLYBEANS Age: 11 to 24 months Location: SARC This physical activity program introduces unstructured play and basic movement skills; encouraging strength and gross motor development.

You will enjoy the time you share together as your little one explores the physical world around them, through movement, songs and use of a variety of gross motor equipment. Indoor footwear is required.

Please register each child individually. Maximum 2 children per adult.

DAY Thu

DATE Sept 29

TIME 9:00am – 9:45am

FEE/CLASS $113.00/10

CODE 25725

KIND & CONFIDENT – BEAMING BEGINNING Age: 1 to 3 years Location: Aurora Town Square An energetic mindful program for toddlers leaving your little ones feeling empowered. Including toddler yoga, mindful and nature play, affirmation singalongs and more.

New!

DAY Tue Thu

DATE Sept 27 Sept 29

TIME FEE/CLASS 10:00am – 10:45am $220.00/10 10:00am – 10:45am $220.00/10

CODE 25786 25787

New!

KIND & CONFIDENT – TOTS YOGA Age: 3 to 5 years Location: Aurora Town Square Supporting Preschoolers deepen a mind body soul connection while fostering a love for learning. Including kids yoga, early learning through mindful and nature play, an empowering story time and more.

DAY Tue Thu Sat

DATE Sept 27 Sept 29 Oct 1

TIME 9:00am – 9:45am 9:00am – 9:45am 9:30am – 10:15am

FEE/CLASS $220.00/10 $220.00/10 $220.00/10

CODE 25788 25789 25790

KINDERFUN Age: 2 to 4 years Location: SARC This super fun class encourages you and your child to discover the world around you by using your senses. Water, sand, finger paint, games and themed crafts will challenge and entertain you and your child. Get ready to get messy and leave the clean up to us. Please register each child individually. Maximum 2 children per adult.

Participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

DAY Thu

DATE Sept 29

TIME FEE/CLASS 10:00am – 10:45am $110.00/10

CODE 25726

New!

KINDY CLUB Age: 3 to 5 years Location: SARC Children will learn socialization, independence and creative skills through play and hands-on activities. The day will begin with circle activities, followed by child-guided activity stations. Your child will need to have a nutritious snack each day, as well as indoor play shoes.

Your child must be fully toilet trained. Staff will phone registered participants to confirm orientation details. *No class on: Oct 10 DAY Mon Wed Fri

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DATE Sept 26 Sept 28 Sept 30

TIME 9:30am – 12:00pm 9:30am – 12:00pm 9:30am – 12:00pm

FEE/CLASS $270.00/9 $300.00/10 $300.00/10

LITTLE SLUGGER – INTRO TO BASEBALL Age: 4 to 6 years Location: Aurora Heights Public School This unique program teaches your child the basics of T-ball.

Participants will learn to hit the ball from the tee, catch, throw, run the bases and other skills to help them become little baseball players.

Your little slugger will build friendships, make memories and gain confidence for a great start to playing baseball.

DAY Thu

DATE Sept 29

TIME 6:00pm – 6:45pm

FEE/CLASS $113.00/10

CODE 25742

MINI HOOPS Age: 4 to 6 years Location: AFLC This class is a great introduction to the basics of basketball while encouraging teamwork and cooperation. This program will introduce your child to basic skills such as shooting, dribbling and passing while focusing mainly on the fun of the game. Parent/Guardian must remain in the program space for the entirety of the program.

DAY Thu

DATE Sept 29

TIME 5:30pm – 6:30pm

FEE/CLASS $143.00/10

CODE 25730

MOVERS & SHAKERS Age: 1 to 3 years Location: SARC This class emphasizes exploration, expression and imagination.

Your child will develop body awareness, musicality, balance and coordination. This program will also introduce your child to basic movement skills; encouraging strength and gross motor skills.

Participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

DAY Sun

DATE Oct 2

TIME 9:00am – 9:45am

FEE/CLASS $113.00/10

CODE 25731

MUSIC MOVERS Age: 6 months to 1 1/2 years Location: SARC Join us for some parent and child fun as we explore sounds, gross motor movement and sensory experiences. Staff will lead families through a series of games and activities aimed at encouraging movement and expression. Participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

DAY Fri

DATE Sept 30

TIME FEE/CLASS 10:30am – 11:15am $110.00/10

CODE 25732

ON THE MOVE Age: 2 to 4 years Location: SARC Although children will play naturally, this active class is designed to encourage and provide an opportunity for fun-filled parent and child play through movement, games, songs and a variety of gross motor equipment. Please register each child individually. Participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

DAY Tue

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DATE Sept 27

TIME 9:00am – 9:45am

FEE/CLASS $113.00/10

CODE 25733

AGE REQUIREMENTS For Preschool programs, participants must be the minimum age by the first day of the program.

PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS PARENTS & PIPSQUEAKS Age: 6 months to 2 years Location: SARC Through crafts, songs, activities and the use of age-appropriate equipment, enjoy your children as they explore their surroundings and let our dedicated staff add their special touches. Maximum 2 children per adult. Please register each child individually. Participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Babies under 6 months are welcome to attend this program (with a paid participant), although they should be in a sling or snuggly, not left in a car seat/stroller. *No class on: Oct 10 DAY Mon

DATE TIME Sept 26 9:30am – 10:15am

FEE/CLASS $113.00/10

CODE 25734*

PLAYBALL – BALL HOCKEY Age: 4 to 6 years Location: ACC Learn and practice your skills in a fun and non-pressured way. Learn the rules, develop more confidence, learn teamwork and practice strategies like attack and defense. All lessons remain fun-filled and non-competitive. Each child’s needs are taken into consideration.

This program is a great way for participants of all abilities to be part of the team. Parent/Guardian must remain in the program space for the entirely of this program.

DAY Thu

DATE Sept 29

TIME 4:30pm – 5:15pm

FEE/CLASS $158.00/9

CODE 25762

PLAYBALL – INDOOR SOCCER SKILLS Age: 3 to 4 years Location: ACC This unique program is a great opportunity and perfect introduction to soccer and team participation for your child. If this is your little one’s first experience in sports, it is vitally important to ensure a positive and happy introduction to skills, in order to ensure your child will participate again in the future. Make sure your child is part of the team. Parent/Guardian must remain in the program space for the entirely of this program.

DAY Tue

DATE Sept 27

TIME 4:15pm – 5:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $158.00/9 25763

PLAYBALL – INDOOR SOCCER Age: 5 to 6 years Location: ACC Learn and practice your skills in a fun and non-pressured way. Learn the rules, develop more confidence, learn teamwork and practice strategies like attack and defense. All lessons remain fun-filled and non-competitive. Each child’s needs are taken into consideration.

This program is a great way for participants of all abilities to be part of the team. Parent/Guardian must remain in the program space for the entirely of this program.

DAY Tue

DATE Sept 27

TIME 5:15pm – 6:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $158.00/9 25797

Parented Program Parent On-Site

PLAYBALL – SPORT COACHING FOR KIDS Age: 3 to 4 years Location: AFLC A comprehensive program of games carefully devised and structured to teach preschoolers a wide range of sports and social skills in a safe, non-competitive, happy and fun filled environment. Participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

DAY Sat

DATE Oct 1

TIME 10:15am – 11:00am

FEE/CLASS CODE $158.00/9 25759

PLAYBALL – SPORT COACHING FOR KIDS Age: 4 1/2 to 6 years Location: *ACC ^AFLC A program of games designed to teach preschoolers a wide range of sports and social skills in a safe, non-competitive, happy and fun filled environment. Parent/Guardian must remain in the program space for the entirely of this program.

DAY Sat Tue

DATE TIME FEE/CLASS Oct 1 11:15am – 12:00pm $158.00/9 $158.00/9 Sept 27 6:15pm – 7:00pm

CODE 25760^ 25761*

PLAYBALL – TWO CAN DO Age: 2 years Location: AFLC This course provides a wide range of suitable activities which stimulate and improve locomotion, balance, body and spatial awareness, muscular development and fine motor skills. This program teaches social interaction, taking turns and having fun.

DAY Sat

DATE Oct 1

TIME 9:30am – 10:00am

FEE/CLASS $150.00/9

CODE 25764

PLAYTIME PALS Age: 1 to 2 years Location: SARC As your child continues to grow and change so quickly, come together with other families to learn, play and socialize through interaction with special themes, music, crafts and toys. Participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

DAY Tue

DATE Sept 27

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 10:00am – 10:45am $113.00/10 25735

PRESCHOOL PLAYHOUSE Age: 1 1/2 to 3 years Location: SARC You and your little one will participate in an interactive circle time, story time and show off their creative side during craft time. Each class will consist of different programming and crafts. Participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

DAY Fri

DATE Sept 30

TIME 9:30am – 10:15am

FEE/CLASS CODE $113.00/10 25736

SENSORY PLAY Age: 4 to 6 years Location: SARC Join us for some hands-on learning. Your child will participate in activities where they will discover their senses while digging for fossils and creating slime.

DAY Wed

DATE Sept 28

TIME 5:30pm – 6:30pm

FEE/CLASS $125.00/10

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PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS STARRY PARADISE – GET READY FOR MANDARIN Age: 4 to 6 years Location: *Aurora Town Square ^ Learn Mandarin through interactive activities and engaging learning experiences. Children will learn everyday words such as numbers and simple conversations as they begin to recognize and understand Chinese culture. Please have pencil and paper ready before class.

Parent/guardians must be nearby while children are participating in this program. Some parent/guardian participation may be required based on participant ability.

DAY Wed Sat

DATE Oct 5 Nov 5

TIME 6:00pm – 6:45pm 9:00am – 9:45am

FEE/CLASS $72.00/4 $72.00/4

CODE 25809* 25765^

STARRY PARADISE – LITTLE CREATOR Age: 4 to 6 years Location: Aurora Town Square Learn about colours and drawing skills, represented and used in artwork. Children will develop their motor skills and work with pencils, markers, oil pastels, water colour and acrylic painting. Children will learn about shapes, colour, theory, and positions on paper with space and drawing objects. All materials are included.

DAY Fri

DATE Oct 7

TIME 6:00pm – 7:00pm

FEE/CLASS $114.00/4

CODE 25757

STORYTIME ADVENTURES Age: 2 to 4 years Location: SARC Are you ready to go on an adventure? Join us each week as we explore a new story with imaginative play, music and movement. Participants will engage in gross motor activities and explore expression while developing social skills in a safe space.

DAY Sun Sun

DATE Oct 2 Nov 6

TIME 10:00am – 10:45am 10:00am – 10:45am

FEE/CLASS CODE $52.00/4 25738 $52.00/4 25739

STROLLER FUN & CIRCLE TIME Age: 2 to 24 months Location: Lambert Willson Park Move your body with your little one in tow and enjoy some social circle time. This program will be split into two parts. The first half will involve a stroll on the paths at Lambert Willson Park, followed up a social circle time for your little ones. The program will meet at the Pavilion in Lambert Willson Park, located behind the Aurora Family Leisure Complex.

DAY Fri Fri

DATE TIME Sept 30 10:30am – 11:30am Oct 7 10:30am – 11:30am

New!

YORK STARS RYTHMIC GYMNASTICS Age: 18 months to 3 years Location: York Stars Rythmic Gymnastics 189 Earl Stewart Dr, Aurora, Units 1 & 2 An active way for you to spend quality time with your children, as well as with other participating parents and tots. Your child will develop motor skills, body awareness and socialization skills all while being introduced to the world of rhythmic gymnastics. This program is designed to keep your child moving and having fun. A parent or guardian is required to accompany their child in the entirety of the 45-minute class.

DAY Tue Thu

DATE Sept 27 Sept 29

DAY Tue Thu

DATE Sept 27 Sept 29

PRESCHOOL DROP-IN Age: Newborn to 5 years • Location: SARC Fee: $3 per child, supervising adults are free Having fun with your preschooler just became a little bit easier! Come play with your child (newborn to 5 years) on a variety of gross motor equipment, learning stations and much more. Preschool equipment will be cleaned and sanitized regularly by Town staff.

Note: Caregivers must supervise children at all times.

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FEE/CLASS $200.00/10 $200.00/10

CODE 25793 25794

New!

Join us at the SARC for some fun!

September 17 to December 17

Saturday

TIME 9:00am – 9:45am 9:00am – 9:45am

YORK STARS RYTHMIC GYMNASTICS Age: 3 to 4 years Location: York Stars Rythmic Gymnastics 189 Earl Stewart Dr, Aurora, Units 1 & 2 A fun and interactive way to keep your child active and introduce them to the world of rhythmic gymnastics. This program is designed to keep your child moving and having fun while incorporating rhythmic gymnastic skills throughout the class.

PRESCHOOL DROP-IN

DAY

FEE/CLASS CODE $12.00/1 25740 $12.00/1 25741

TIME 9:15am – 10:45am 11:00am – 12:30pm

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CODE 25795 25796

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CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS

FUN THEMED WORKSHOPS Join Us For These Exciting Programs!

LEGO MANIA Age: 8 to 11 years Location: SARC Learn through play in this LEGO enrichment workshop. Participants will have a chance to express their creativity with LEGO building blocks. Get ready to create your very own LEGO masterpiece.

DAY Tue

DATE Oct 4

TIME 6:00pm – 7:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $12.00/1 25877

HALLOWEEN CRAFTY KIDS PARTY Age: 6 to 8 years Location: SARC Scare up some fun with this one-day Halloween program. Your costumed child will participate in some creepy crafts, songs, games and dancing. Join us if you dare for some Halloween scares.

DAY Thu

DATE Oct 27

TIME 6:30pm – 7:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $12.00/1 25878

New!

ALL THE SPORTS Age: 7 to 12 years Location: TBC With the emphasis on fun and being active, your child will work on some skill building, teamwork and game play. A variety of multi-sport activities such as soccer, basketball, volleyball, fitness and running games will be introduced each week.

DAY Wed Fri

DATE Sept 28 Sept 30

TIME 7:00pm – 8:00pm 6:00pm – 7:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $112.00/10 25776 $112.00/10 25777

New!

AURORA BARBARIANS – LEARN TO RUGBY Age: 7 to 10 years Location: Aurora Sports Dome Completely safe with zero contact to introduce you to the game of rugby. These sessions will be geared towards body movements, with lots of games including running, evasion skills, change of direction/ pace and ball movement. T-shirt included. *No class on: Oct 10, 31 DAY Mon

DATE Oct 3

TIME 5:00pm – 6:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $40.00/8 25798*

New!

AURORA BARBARIANS – LEARN TO RUGBY Age: 11 to 14 years Location: Aurora Sports Dome This non-contact session is geared towards learning how to play to touch/flag rugby through mini/modified games. These sessions will be filled with fun challenges, while learning how to play rugby.

T-shirt included.

DAY Wed

DATE Oct 5

TIME 5:00pm – 6:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $40.00/8 25799

BADMINTON Age: 6 to 10 years Location: *AFLC ^TBC Stay active with this exciting introductory program. This program will allow your child to learn how to play badminton, develop skills and become familiar with important technique.

DAY Fri Sun

TIME 6:00pm – 7:00pm 2:30pm – 3:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $117.00/10 25746^ $117.00/10 25775*

BASKETBALL BASICS Age: 7 to 12 years Location: TBC This engaging co-ed program introduces young players to the game of basketball. Fun and fundamentals are the focus of this program which will include dribbling, shooting, passing, skills, drills and learning the rules of the games.

DAY Tue

DATE Sept 27

TIME 6:00pm – 7:00pm

FEE/CLASS $112.00/10

CODE 25778

BASKETBALL BASICS JR & SR Age: See below Location: See below This engaging co-ed program introduces young players to the game of basketball. Fun and fundamentals are the focus of this program which will include dribbling, shooting, passing, skills, drills and learning the rules of the games.

Age: JR – 6 to 9 years Location: AFLC DAY Fri

DATE Sept 30

TIME 5:00pm – 6:00pm

FEE/CLASS $112.00/10

CODE 25747

FEE/CLASS $112.00/10

CODE 25748

Age: SR – 10 to 12 years Location: TBC DAY Wed

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DATE Sept 28

TIME 6:00pm – 7:00pm

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS DANCE – BALLET Age: 6 to 10 years Location: ACC Learn how to spin, twirl and point your toes. Each class will consist of learning the basics of ballet while having fun. Introduce your child to the joys of dance through this introductory program.

DAY Sat

DATE Oct 1

TIME FEE/CLASS 11:00am – 12:00pm $143.00/10

CODE 25749

DANCE – JAZZICAL Age: 6 to 10 years Location: ACC Your dancer will enjoy learning how to jump, groove and lip-sync to the music. Each class will consist of learning the basics of jazz and musical theatre. Join the fun and let your dancer develop their confidence and creatively express themselves.

DAY Wed

DATE Sept 28

TIME 6:45pm – 7:30pm

FEE/CLASS $143.00/10

CODE 25750

EMPOWERMENT THROUGH SPORT Age: 8 to 11 years Location: AFLC This program is focused on providing empowerment through sport and social opportunities for female and female identifying individuals. Participants will learn game skills, develop confidence and build strong relationships. Sports include basketball, volleyball, badminton, floor hockey and more. Each week will feature a different sport and one hour of court time that focuses on individual skill development and learning basic competencies in a fun, interactive environment. The remainder of each session will incorporate fun activities and games. No experience is necessary. *No class on: Oct 10, 31 DAY Mon

DATE Sept 26

TIME 4:30pm – 6:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $139.00/8 25779*

ENGINEERING FOR KIDS – JR ROBOTICS & CIVIL ENGINEERING Age: 4 to 7 years Location: Aurora Town Square Explore civil engineering concepts such as building, design and construction by investigating skyscrapers, bridges, roads and tunnels through project-based activities. Then, create and operate your own robot using LEGO® robotics and a computer to understand how robots work, and practice programming skills to control their movements.

DAY Sat

DATE Oct 15

TIME 4:00pm – 5:00pm

FEE/CLASS $196.00/8

CODE 25758

ENGINEERING FOR KIDS – MISSION TO MARS: ROBOTICS & ORBITERS AND LANDERS Age: 8 to 12 years Location: Aurora Town Square Students will learn all about NASA’s robotic Missions to Mars.

In addition to the important role robots play in advancing our understanding of the Red Planet and paving the way for human exploration. We will also examine the anatomy of various orbiters and landers, in order to gain a deeper understanding of how they assist in the work of NASA’s scientists and engineers.

DAY Sat

DATE Oct 15

TIME 5:30pm – 6:30pm

FEE/CLASS $196.00/8

CODE 25808

FILM IN A BOX – FILM MAKING WORKSHOP Age: 9 to 13 years Location: AFLC Action, adventure, comedy and suspense await you. Using our equipment and under the guidance of a master filmmaker, young filmmakers learn how to storyboard, develop a script, create camera angles, edit, add special effects, music and titles. The result will be a blockbuster to enjoy on the big screen with family and friends. We supply all of the equipment, including MacBooks, HD cameras, tripods, boom mikes and even a green screen. Movies can be streamed on our private portal following the completion of the workshop.

DAY Sat

DATE Nov 26

TIME 9:00am – 3:00pm

FEE/CLASS $83.00/1

CODE 25801

FILM IN A BOX – STOP MOTION LEGO & CLAY Age: 7 to 13 years Location: AFLC Bring your LEGO, action figures, toys and clay to life. Using our equipment, your props and under the guidance of a master filmmaker, young filmmakers learn how to storyboard, develop a script, create camera angles, edit, add special effects, music and titles. The result will be a stop motion blockbuster to enjoy on the big screen with family and friends. We supply all of the equipment, including MacBooks, HD cameras, art supplies and clay. Movies can be streamed on our private portal following the completion of the workshop.

DAY Sat Sat

DATE Sept 24 Dec 3

TIME 9:00am – 3:00pm 9:00am – 3:00pm

FEE/CLASS $83.00/1 $83.00/1

CODE 25800 25753

FIT AND FUN Age: 8 to 12 years Location: Aurora High School This program will focus on creating an environment to make fitness fun. Helping participants develop skills that will actively challenge their abilities and increase their health, while mixing in fun, play, games and activities. The goal is to integrate and create a passion for exercise. *No class on: Oct 10, 31

New!

DAY Mon

DATE Sept 26

TIME 6:00pm – 6:45pm

FEE/CLASS $112.00/10

CODE 25781*

New!

INTRO TO SOCCER Age: 6 to 10 years Location: Aurora High School This Intro to Soccer program will provide players with the basic skills, drills, rules and opportunity to develop as a player. Participants will enjoy a warm-up, new skills, practice opportunities and a scrimmage game at the end of each class. Participants will be dribbling and scoring in no time. *No class on: Oct 10, 31 DAY Mon

DATE Sept 26

TIME 6:00pm – 6:45pm

FEE/CLASS $112.00/10

CODE 25782*

AGE REQUIREMENTS For most Children’s programs, participants must be the minimum age by the first day of the program.

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CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS KIDS GREAT MINDS – CARTOON COMPUTER ANIMATION Age: 6 to 10 years Location: AFLC Dive into STEAM with computer animation technology. This program will enhance your child’s creativity and bring their inspiring stories to life, while encouraging them to share and inspire others. They will work in a guided, computerized environment and explore their own self-expression to animate story lines they create. Participants will learn story-boarding, create short computer animated cartoons, television shows or movies, and develop logical thinking skills.

DAY Wed

New!

JUNIOR BAKER Age: 7 to 12 years Location: AFLC This hands-on introductory baking class will provide children with an opportunity to experience the joys of baking while having fun and even being a little messy. Each session provides new recipes. Participants should bring a container to take an extra delicious treat home. Please specify any food allergies or restrictions on your registration form.

DAY Sat

DATE Oct 1

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 11:00am – 12:30pm $144.00/6 25783

New!

JUNIOR CHEF Age: 7 to 12 years Location: AFLC This hands-on introductory cooking class will provide children with an opportunity to experience the joys of cooking while having fun and even being a little messy. Each session provides new recipes.

Participants should bring a container to take an extra delicious treat home. Please specify any food allergies or restrictions on your registration form. *No class on: Oct 10, 31 DAY Mon Sat

DATE Oct 3 Oct 1

TIME 6:00pm – 7:30pm 9:00am – 10:30am

FEE/CLASS CODE $144.00/6 25784* $144.00/6 25785

JUNIOR GIRLS GOT GAME BASKETBALL SKILL DEVELOPMENT EMPOWERMENT THROUGH SPORT Age: 4 to 7 years Location: Dr. G. W. Williams Secondary School This program is focused on introducing girls to the game of basketball, while building self confidence through sport. The emphasis will be on developing fundamental movement and basketball skills in a fun, interactive environment. Participants will learn these skills through the use of a variety of activities and games. The program will also have older female athletes as coaches, providing positive role modeling for the younger participants.

Note: This is for GIRLS ONLY and no experience is necessary.

New!

DAY Wed 50

DATE Sept 28

TIME 6:00pm – 6:45pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $97.50/10 25896

DATE Sept 28

TIME 6:00pm – 7:00pm

FEE/CLASS $180.00/8

CODE 25755

KIDS GREAT MINDS – COMPUTER ANIMATION Age: 10 to 13 years Location: AFLC Make your avatar and see it come to life. Introducing the world’s easiest animation course, designed to have your drawings up and moving in minutes. This course is designed to encourage the artist in everyone. The program’s simple to use tools, engaging design and multiple levels offer a fun, rewarding experience providing the novice animator the tools to create with confidence. It will let you design animations, movies and presentations, while learning the 12 principles of animation.

DAY Wed

DATE Sept 28

TIME 7:15pm – 8:45pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $282.00/8 25802

KIDS GREAT MINDS – JR GAMES AND ANIMATIONS PROGRAMMING Age: 5 to 8 years Location: AFLC Young children will learn beginner coding, allowing them to make their own characters come to life by programming them to move, jump, dance, sing and more. Children will learn problem-solving, numeracy and literacy while still having fun. Children aren’t just learning to code, they are coding to learn. An Apple or Android tablet is required for this program.

DAY Wed

DATE Sept 28

TIME 4:45pm – 5:45pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $180.00/8 25754

KIDS ON THE MOVE Age: 6 to 10 years Location: ACC Join us for an hour of games, exercising, movement activities and more.

Participants will be introduced to a variety of equipment and challenges that will get their bodies moving and keep them healthy and strong. *No class on: Oct 10 DAY Mon

DATE Sept 26

TIME 6:30pm – 7:30pm

FEE/CLASS $50.00/4

CODE 25751*

New!

KIND & CONFIDENT – YOUNG YOGI’S Age: 6 to 8 years Location: Aurora Town Square Our Young Yogis will engage in a calming weekly program that deepens a mind body soul connection. This program includes children’s yoga, mindful crafting, breathing activities and more.

DAY Tue Sat

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DATE TIME Sept 27 6:00pm – 7:00pm Oct 1 10:30am – 11:30am

FEE/CLASS $200.00/10 $200.00/10

CODE 25791 25792

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS MAD SCIENCE – IMAGINATION INVESTIGATION Age: 6 to 12 years Location: AFLC In this detective science class, participants will explore the amazing world of insects, learning how these fascinating creatures live. Each child will construct a propeller-driven race car, as they learn about the power of mighty machines. We raise the curtain on the mysteries of movie making and special effects. Students will explore the wild world of weather, investigating the power of wind, thunder, lightning and make an ultraviolet light-sensitive keychain.

DAY Tue

DATE Sept 27

TIME 6:00pm – 7:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $165.00/8 25803

OLYMPIA Age: 8 to 12 years Location: AFLC Stay active with this exciting multi-sport program. Olympia will allow your child play a variety of sports in a non-competitive environment.

Concentrate on developing skills, playing with peers, and becoming familiar with important technique.

DAY Sun

DATE Oct 2

TIME 3:45pm – 4:45pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $117.00/10 25780

PLAYBALL – BALL HOCKEY Age: 6 1/2 to 8 years Location: ACC Learn and practice your skills in a fun and non-pressured way. Learn the rules, develop more confidence, learn teamwork and practice strategies like attack and defense. All lessons remain fun-filled and non-competitive. Each child’s needs are taken into consideration.

This program is a great way for participants of all abilities to be part of the team.

DAY Thu

DATE Sept 29

TIME 5:30pm – 6:30pm

FEE/CLASS $158.00/9

STARRY PARADISE – MANDARIN BEGINNERS Age: 7 to 12 years Location: Aurora Town Square This program introduces children to aspects of the Chinese culture. Children will learn to speak, read and communicate in Mandarin. Children will build their Mandarin vocabulary, as well as communication skills through interactive exercises, worksheets, stories and more. Please have pencil and paper ready before class.

DAY Sat

DATE Oct 1

TIME 7:00pm – 8:00pm

FEE/CLASS $86.00/4

CODE 25810

YORK STARS RYTHMIC GYMNASTICS Age: 5 to 6 years Location: York Stars Rythmic Gymnastics 189 Earl Stewart Dr, Aurora, Units 1 & 2 Rhythmic Gymnastics by York Stars is a great program to help children learn acrobatics, hand-eye coordination with apparatus like balls, hoops, ropes and ribbons and improve their flexibility. At the end of the program, kids will perform a dance to showcase their learned skills. *No class on: Oct 10, 31 DAY Mon Sun

DATE Sept 26 Oct 2

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 6:00pm – 7:30pm $375.00/10 25806* 9:00am – 10:30am $375.00/10 25807

CODE 25804

RUNNING CLUB Age: 7 to 12 years Location: AFLC This community based running club is for children who want to learn new skills and have fun running with others. It is a non-competitive program. All fitness levels are welcome. Simply do your best and compete against your own time. Learn to build endurance, practice proper running form, pacing, injury prevention and nutrition. Each week you will meet at the AFLC Lobby, but we will be running on trails at Lambert Willson Park. *No class on: Oct 10 DAY M/W

DATE Sept 26

TIME 4:45pm – 5:30pm

FEE/CLASS $60.00/6

CODE 25752*

STARRY PARADISE – FUTURE ARTIST Age: 7 to 12 years Location: Aurora Town Square Children will learn drawing and art skills in sketching through lines, shapes and shading. Children will be proud of their artwork and build their artistic knowledge to better present their future projects in this learning journey. Please have sketchbook/paper, pencil, eraser, Sharpie, colouring materials (for example – crayons, markers, oil pastels) ready before class.

DAY Fri

DATE Oct 7

TIME 7:00pm – 8:00pm

FEE/CLASS $114.00/4

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P.A. DAY CAMPS & WINTERFEST CAMPS

P.A. DAY CAMP

WINTERFEST CAMP

Have fun on your P.A. Day!

School is out for the Holidays!

P.A. DAY CAMP Age: See below Location: See below Join us for a day full of activities including arts and crafts, sports, songs, games and more. Please provide snacks, drinks and a lunch each day. Please be advised that we are NUT AWARE. Please do not send any products that contain or may contain nuts. Please bring indoor shoes and outdoor clothing/layers, as we plan to go outside.

WINTERFEST CAMP Age: See below Location: See below Take a break from the cold weather and join us for a variety of fun activities including games, sports, arts and crafts, and more. Please provide snacks, drinks and a lunch each day. Please be advised that we are NUT AWARE. Please do not send any products that contain or may contain nuts. Please dress for the weather, as we plan to go outside. Also bring a second pair of indoor shoes.

Age: 4 to 6 years Location: SARC DAY Fri Fri Fri

DATE Sept 23 Oct 21 Nov 18

TIME 8:30am – 4:30pm 8:30am – 4:30pm 8:30am – 4:30pm

FEE/CLASS $47.00/1 $47.00/1 $47.00/1

CODE 25696 25766 25767

FEE/CLASS $47.00/1 $47.00/1 $47.00/1

CODE 25695 25768 25769

Age: 7 to 12 years Location: ACC DAY Fri Fri Fri

DATE Sept 23 Oct 21 Nov 18

TIME 8:30am – 4:30pm 8:30am – 4:30pm 8:30am – 4:30pm

DROP-OFF & PICK-UP TIMES

Drop-off and pick-up must occur during the below designated times.

• Drop-off - 8:30 a.m. to 9 a.m.

• Pick-up - 4 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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Age: Junior – 4 to 6 years Location: SARC DAY Wed Thu Fri Tue Wed Thu Fri

DATE Dec 28 Dec 29 Dec 30 Jan 3 Jan 4 Jan 5 Jan 6

TIME 8:30am – 4:30pm 8:30am – 4:30pm 8:30am – 4:30pm 8:30am – 4:30pm 8:30am – 4:30pm 8:30am – 4:30pm 8:30am – 4:30pm

FEE/CLASS $47.00/1 $47.00/1 $47.00/1 $47.00/1 $47.00/1 $47.00/1 $47.00/1

CODE 25938 26057 26058 26059 25939 26060 26061

FEE/CLASS $47.00/1 $47.00/1 $47.00/1 $47.00/1 $47.00/1 $47.00/1 $47.00/1

CODE 25936 26062 26063 25937 26064 26065 26066

Age: Senior – 7 to 12 years Location: ACC DAY Wed Thu Fri Tue Wed Thu Fri

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DATE Dec 28 Dec 29 Dec 30 Jan 3 Jan 4 Jan 5 Jan 6

TIME 8:30am – 4:30pm 8:30am – 4:30pm 8:30am – 4:30pm 8:30am – 4:30pm 8:30am – 4:30pm 8:30am – 4:30pm 8:30am – 4:30pm

HOLIDAY PROGRAMS HOLIDAY STORY TIME Age: 1 to 4 years Location: SARC This fun and interactive program will feature a different Christmas, Hanukkah or Holiday children’s book each class. Join us for an engaging story time, followed by games and activities related to the day’s book. Participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

DAY Tue Tue Tue

CHRISTMAS CAROLS Age: 2 to 6 years Location: SARC Fa-la-la-la laugh and sing in this Christmas Carol class. Bring your little one to learn and sing current and traditional Christmas carols.

This class will brighten your day while you sing and make holiday memories that will last a lifetime with your little one. Participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

DAY Thu Wed

DATE Dec 15 Dec 21

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 10:00am – 10:45am $12.00/1 25702 5:30pm – 6:15pm $12.00/1 25703

COOKIES FOR SANTA Age: 5 to 8 years Location: AFLC Join us for this fun workshop where we will make delicious cookies for Santa that will be sure to make your house his favourite stop of the night. Please specify any food allergies or restrictions by calling the reception desk at 905-726-4770 so that your family file can be updated.

DAY Sat Thu

DATE Dec 17 Dec 22

TIME FEE/CLASS 10:00am – 10:45am $12.00/1 5:30pm – 6:15pm $12.00/1

CODE 25713 25714

CREATIVE CHRISTMAS CRAFTS Age: 3 to 5 years Location: SARC Join us for a session full of creativity, joy and holiday spirit. Enjoy preparing an ornament for the tree and a few decorations to spice up your home for the holidays. All supplies are included. Participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

DAY Sun

DATE Dec 18

TIME FEE/CLASS 10:00am – 11:00am $12.00/1

CODE 25704

HAPPY HANUKKAH Age: 4 to 9 years Location: SARC Kick off the start of Hanukkah with us. Our program will offer children an opportunity to make crafts, play games, and finish off the class with a traditional story. Participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

DAY Sun

DATE Dec 18

TIME 2:00pm – 3:00pm

FEE/CLASS $12.00/1

DATE Dec 6 Dec 13 Dec 20

TIME 9:30am – 10:15am 9:30am – 10:15am 9:30am – 10:15am

FEE/CLASS $12.00/1 $12.00/1 $12.00/1

CODE 25709 25710 25711

LETTERS TO SANTA Age: 4 to 8 years Location: SARC Ho Ho Ho! Santa is on the way. Join us for this fun workshop where we will be writing letters to Santa in a fun and creative way. Children will also make reindeer food, a countdown to Christmas craft and more. Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

DAY Wed Wed

DATE Dec 7 Dec 14

TIME 5:15pm – 6:00pm 6:00pm – 6:45pm

FEE/CLASS $12.00/1 $12.00/1

CODE 25716 25717

SNOW & SPRINKLES Age: 2 to 4 years Location: SARC Join us for a cookie decorating party and some fun winter games.

Each child will receive a cookie and all accompanying decorations to make their own tasty creation to take home. Please specify any food allergies or restrictions by calling the reception desk at 905-7264770 so that your family file can be updated. Participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

DAY Thu

DATE TIME FEE/CLASS Dec 22 10:00am – 10:45am $12.00/1

CODE 25712

SOUNDS OF SNOW Age: 2 to 6 years Location: SARC Welcome in the coldest and most magical season with some winter themed crafts and activities. You and your little snow creature will enjoy some icy crafts and stories, while learning about the things that make this time of year so special. Join us for some chilly fun while staying toasty. Participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

DAY Tue

DATE TIME FEE/CLASS Dec 20 10:30am – 11:30am $12.00/1

CODE 25708

‘TIS THE SEASON – PLAYTIME Age: 2 to 4 years Location: SARC Join us for this parent and tot program. Each class will feature a holiday themed craft, songs, and free play on our indoor gym equipment. Join us for one or all of the programs. Each program day will feature a different craft and programming. Participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

DAY Mon Wed Fri

DATE Dec 19 Dec 21 Dec 16

TIME 9:30am – 10:30am 9:30am – 10:30am 9:30am – 10:30am

FEE/CLASS $12.00/1 $12.00/1 $12.00/1

CODE 25705 25706 25707

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INCLUSION SERVICES

INCLUSION SERVICES The Town of Aurora welcomes and encourages residents of all abilities to have equitable and meaningful access to recreation opportunities. This is accomplished through specialized programming, individualized support options and accessible facilities for patrons with disabilities or unique needs. Service animals are welcome at all Town owned and operated facilities.

INTEGRATED OPPORTUNITIES TOWN OF AURORA

INCLUSION SERVICES

Participants require additional support if: • They have extra support at school or at home; • A physical, medical, or developmental/learning disability exists that affects the safety of others; • Extra support is required at home for basic care such as dressing and toileting; • The individual is currently associated with a support agency or program; or • There are challenging behaviours to be managed.

Additional Support Participants with disabilities and unique needs are encouraged to take part in year-round recreation programs that suit their interests and hobbies. If assistance is required outside of the typical staff to participant ratio, individuals have the following options: •1 :1 Town Support Staff Inclusion 1:1 support staff are available to facilitate participation in all Town of Aurora recreation programs. A support staff may provide redirection for safety reasons, allow opportunities for sensory or emotional breaks, and assist with personal care provided that it can be facilitated by one person. Upon request, the Town of Aurora will do their best to arrange a 1:1 support staff for a participant based on availability and resources. In most cases, 1:1 support can be arranged, however, we ask families to provide at least two weeks notice prior to the start of a program to allow for adequate time to confirm a staff member.

• External Support Workers The Town of Aurora welcomes external personal support workers into all our programs and drop-ins at no additional registration costs. An external support worker can include a parent, family member, or paid external staff member at the expense of the family.

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ADAPTED OPPORTUNITIES The Town of Aurora offers specialized programs specifically designed for participants with special needs.

These adapted programs have smaller staff to participant ratios, modified instruction, and an overall more sensory aware environment.

PLAY-ABILITY KINDER Age: 4 to 7 years Location: AFLC Participants of all abilities are welcomed into this adapted stay and play program specifically designed for children with disabilities. A 1:4 staff to participant ratio will be provided. This program will focus on the development of gross motor skills, a variety of movement skills, turn taking and sharing. Participants must be accompanied by a parent, guardian or support person.

DAY Sun

DATE Oct 2

TIME 9:00am – 9:45am

FEE/CLASS CODE $100.00/8 25699

MOVE-ABILITY Age: 5 to 10 years Location: ACC It’s time for a dance party! In this adapted program, participants of all abilities will engage in a variety of movement activities that promote physical literacy, rhythm, and coordination. Participants will partake in an engaging warm-up, sing-alongs, and interactive movement songs.

This program is offered at a 1:3 staff to participant ratio. Parent/ guardians are encouraged to attend to support participants.

DAY Sat

DATE Oct 1

TIME 1:00pm – 1:45pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $100.00/8 25697

Parented Program Parent On-Site

PLAY-ABILITY KIDS Age: 8 to 12 years Location: AFLC Participants of all abilities are welcomed into this adapted stay and play program specifically designed for children with disabilities. A 1:4 staff to participant ratio will be provided. This program will focus on strengthening social skills with peers, improving appropriate play, and building physical literacy and movement through engaging activities.

Participants must be accompanied by a parent, guardian or support person.

DAY Wed

DATE Sept 28

TIME 6:00pm – 6:45pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $100.00/8 25698

SOC-ABILITY Age: *16 to 21 years ^12 to 15 years Location: Join this virtual social club for youth and young adults of all abilities.

Soc-Ability virtual sessions will include simple activities, facilitated social discussion, and theme-focused chats with friends. This program will have a focus on meeting new people, practicing social and life skills, and socializing in a safe, adapted and supported space.

All abilities are welcome. Depending on individual ability, some may require parent/guardian participation from home to participate.

DAY Tue Tue

DATE Sept 27 Sept 27

TIME 4:45pm – 5:15pm 5:30pm – 6:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE FREE/8 25700* FREE/8 25701^

For assistance, please contact: Julie Stephenson Community Programmer 365-500-3163 jstephenson@aurora.ca

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AURORA’S PREMIERE SKATING SCHOOL SINCE 1993 LEARN TO SKATE | CANSKATE • • • •

INTRO TO FIGURE SKATING PRE POWER 5:1 RATIO TAUGHT BY NATIONALLY CERTIFIED COACHES

POWER & EDGE • • •

HOCKEY RINGETTE TAUGHT BY NATIONALLY CERTIFIED COACHES

Edgework, Power skating, Stick & Puck skills.

ONLINE REGISTRATION OPENS MID AUGUST

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YOUTH DROP-IN PROGRAMS

Drop-Ins Just For Youth!

THE LOFT - FALL

Please visit www.aurora.ca/theloft for schedule, program details and access procedures.

YOUTH CENTRE The Aurora Family Leisure Complex is the proud home of our Youth Centre. Come by with your friends to enjoy all of these exciting drop-in opportunities!

THE TOWN OF AURORA IS A DESIGNATED YOUTH FRIENDLY COMMUNITY

THE LOFT Age: 12 to 17 years Fee: FREE The Loft houses an entertainment and media corner, pool table, table tennis, air hockey and much more. Visit www.aurora.ca/theloft for more information.

The Town of Aurora continues to thrive as it is recognized with its latest achievement - Youth Friendly Community.

Aurora is now hailed as a Platinum Youth Friendly Community, joining an elite list of municipalities committed to serving its youth aged 13 to 19.

YOUTH GYMNASIUM DROP-IN Age: 12 to 17 years Fee: $3.00 per person Bring your friends, or come out to meet new ones while enjoying lots of different sport activities in the gymnasium! See Family Drop-In Programs page for the full drop-in details.

The Youth Friendly Recognition Program works to acknowledge the great work that some communities are doing in ensuring their youth have continuous access to a diversity of ‘play’.

OUTDOOR SKATE PARK Check out our 10,000 sq. ft. permanent skate park, located at the AFLC. There are numerous ramps, rails and bowls.

For more information, please visit www.aurora.ca/YouthFriendly or email youth@aurora.ca

Thanks to the support of our local youth-serving organizations, the Town was able to submit a successful application and receive the award.

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YOUTH PROGRAMS

New!

ALL THE SPORTS Age: 13 to 14 years Location: TBC With the emphasis on fun and being active, participants will work on some skill building, teamwork and game play. A variety of multi-sport activities such as soccer, basketball, volleyball, fitness and running games will be introduced each week.

DAY Fri

DATE Sept 30

TIME 7:00pm – 8:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $85.00/10 25892

ARCHERY Age: 12 to 17 years Location: AFLC Join us for an hour of fun and excitement and try a great new activity.

Participants will get to learn and practise basic archery skills and techniques with their friends in an enjoyable and safe environment.

Please choose one option, both programs will follow the same program plan. *No class on: Oct 10 DAY Mon Mon

DATE Sept 26 Sept 26

TIME 6:00pm – 7:00pm 7:15pm – 8:15pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $67.00/8 25890* $67.00/8 25891*

BADMINTON BLAST Age: 12 to 15 years Location: AFLC This basic badminton program will provide participants the opportunity to practise various badminton skills and rally with each other in an informal and unstructured format. Join us for an hour of badminton to stay active, play a sport you love, and make some new friends.

DAY Wed

DATE Sept 28

TIME 6:30pm – 7:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $67.00/8 25897

New!

DODGEBALL Age: 12 to 14 years Location: Aurora Heights Public School Duck, dodge and jump! Join us for an hour of high energy fun each week, as the instructor changes up teams weekly for a fun game of dodgeball.

DAY Thu

DATE Sept 29

TIME 7:00pm – 8:00pm

New!

KC BADMINTON CLUB Age: * Junior Basic Level 1 – 7 to 12 years ^Teen Basic Level 2 – 12 to 18 years Location: KC Badminton Club 159 Don Hillock Drive, Aurora, Unit 2 In this 10-week program, students will learn the fundamentals of badminton basic skills taught by certified instructors. Skills include high clear, serving, lifts, footwork, front to back, side to side and some knowledge of how to play single games. Participants must sign a KC Badminton waiver form. Participants can pay a one-time equipment rental fee of $40.00 +HST on-site at KC Badminton Club during their first lesson. This includes a racquet and bird. There will be no makeup lessons provided for missed classes. *No class on: Oct 10 DAY Mon Tue Wed

DAY Thu Sat

FEE/CLASS CODE $67.00/8 25893

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DATE Sept 28 Sept 28

TIME 6:00pm – 7:30pm 7:45pm – 9:15pm

TIME 6:00pm – 7:00pm 5:30pm – 6:30pm 7:00pm – 8:00pm

FEE/CLASS $286.00/10 $286.00/10 $286.00/10

CODE 25935* 25940^ 25941^

STEM MINDS – GIRLS eSPORTS LEAGUE* STEM MINDS – eSPORTS LEAGUE^ Age: 12 to 16 years Location: STEM Minds 212 Earl Stewart Drive, Aurora, Unit 3 eSports is quickly becoming one of the most popular career options for today’s youth. More than simply playing video games, it is a thriving industry with different roles and career opportunities. In this program, we will do more than just become eAthletes, we will also explore many educational topics including social skills and teamwork; branding, marketing, and business; health and wellness; technology; and more all in a state-of-the-art eSports lab. Channel your gamer’s passions in a positive team-based environment with the Town of Aurora’s first-ever eSports League in partnership with STEM Minds and prepare them with critical skills for the jobs of tomorrow. *Note: As an all-girls league, we will create a safe space for girls to compete and explore the exciting world of eSports. ^No class on: Oct 8

GIRLS GOT GAME BASKETBALL SKILL DEVELOPMENT & HOUSE LEAGUE – EMPOWERMENT THROUGH SPORT Age: * 8 to 11 years ^12 to 14 years Location: TBC This program is focused on girls who are interested in learning the game of basketball and developing their skills, while building confidence. The emphasis will be on skill development and learning the team concepts of basketball in a fun, interactive environment.

We will have 30 to 45 minutes of skill development/team concepts, followed by 45 to 60 minutes of game play with older female athletes as coaches and officials, providing positive role modeling for the younger participants. Note: This is for girls only and no experience is necessary.

DAY Wed Wed

DATE Sept 26 Sept 27 Sept 28

FEE/CLASS CODE $260.00/10 25894* $260.00/10 25895^

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DATE Sept 29 Oct 1

TIME 7:00pm – 8:30pm 2:15pm – 3:45pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $325.00/8 25905* $325.00/8 25904^

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YOUTH PROGRAMS

STORM VOLLEYBALL Age: * 11 to 13 years ^14 to 15 years Location: AFLC This program will introduce the specific technical skills that are needed to build the foundation for a well-rounded volleyball player.

Coaches will teach the technical elements of each primary skill and then run the athletes through game-like drills to practise what they have learned. The ratio of skills to game play will increase throughout the program as the athletes learn to perform the skills.

New!

DAY Tue Tue

DATE Sept 27 Sept 27

TIME 6:00pm – 7:00pm 7:15pm – 8:15pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $130.00/8 25917* $130.00/8 25918^

DROP-IN & PLAY THIS FALL! Activities for Teens Ages 12 to 17

YOUTH RUNNING PROGRAM Age: 13 to 15 years Location: AFLC This community-based running club is for youth who want to learn new skills and have fun running with others. This is a non-competitive program. All fitness levels are welcome. Simply do your best and compete against your own time. Learn to build endurance, practise proper running form, pacing, injury prevention and nutrition. Each week you will meet at the AFLC; we will be running on the trails at Lambert Willson Park. *No class on: Oct 10 DAY M/W

DATE Sept 26

Youth Shinny Hockey

Youth & Family Open Gym Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Youth Shinny Hockey

Youth Basketball Fridays, 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Sundays, 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Ages 11 to 14 (Born 2008 to 2011)

Mondays, 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Ages 15 to 17 (Born 2005 to 2007)

Tuesdays, 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

FEE/CLASS CODE $60.00/6 25916*

THE TOWN OF AURORA IS PROUD TO SUPPORT

Positive Youth Development

Being A Champion For Youth

Youth Open Gym Wednesdays, 8:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Saturdays, 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

TIME 5:45pm – 6:30pm

Including The 5 C’s

Understanding The 5 W’s

Building Resiliency

Positive Youth Development (PYD) is the process of preparing young people to participate in the opportunities of adolescence and adulthood through a coordinated and progressive series of activities and experiences that help them become socially, morally, emotionally, physically and cognitively competent.

Information adapted from Positive Youth Development Workshop: From Paper to Practice © by Parks and Recreation Ontario.

For more information, visit aurora.ca/youth or contact youth@aurora.ca

Gym Drop-Ins: $3.00 Per Visit Shinny Hockey: $6.45 Per Visit @AuroraTeens Aurora.ca/AFLCDropIn

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YOUTH PROGRAMS

Youth Leadership Opportunities

CANADA SAFETY COUNCIL – BABYSITTER’S TRAINING Age: 12 to 16 years Location: AFLC The Canada Safety Council Babysitter’s Training course will provide participants with the skills and knowledge to safely care for children.

Through the teaching of these skills, participants will gain the necessary confidence to provide care to children.

DAY Thu

DATE Sept 29

TIME 6:00pm – 8:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $85.00/5 25906

CANADA SAFETY COUNCIL – HOME ALONE Age: 10 to 13 years Location: AFLC The Canada Safety Council Home Alone program will provide participants with appropriate skills and knowledge to remain home on their own for short periods of time. Participants will learn skills such as home safety, when to call 911, fire safety and more. *Note: P.A. Day program includes additional games and activities.

DAY Thu Fri

DATE Nov 10 Nov 18

TIME 6:30pm – 8:00pm 9:00am – 4:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $55.00/4 25908 $55.00/1 25909*

JOB PREP 101 Age: 14 to 17 years Location: AFLC Are you looking for a job or struggling to get an interview? This oneday workshop will teach you how to fill out a job application, build your resume, learn important interview skills and find out how to impress a prospective employer.

DAY Sat Sat

DATE Oct 15 Nov 19

TIME 12:00pm – 4:00pm 12:00pm – 4:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $25.00/1 25898 $25.00/1 25899

YOUTH VOLUNTEER FAIR

LOFT HOURS Fall 2022

THURS FRI SAT

4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

2nd Floor at the Aurora Family Leisure Complex (135 Industrial Parkway North) Ages 12 to 17 • FREE • aurora.ca/theloft

Become a LOFT

AMBASSADOR • For teens ages 12 to 17 •

MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN YOUR COMMUNITY AND GET INVOLVED! CHECK OUT A VARIETY OF LOCAL VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES THROUGHOUT AURORA & THE GTA.

COMING FALL 2022 Aurora.ca/YouthVolunteering Youth@Aurora.ca @AuroraTeens

AGE REQUIREMENTS For Youth programs, participants must be the minimum age by the last day of the program.

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Do you like hanging out at The Loft? Do you want to earn community service hours and to gain leadership experience? Sign up to be a Loft volunteer!

Visit aurora.ca/youthvolunteering or email youth@aurora.ca for updates and program details

FAMILY DROP-IN PROGRAMS

Fun For The Entire Family!

DROP-IN SCHEDULE AT THE AFLC 18+ Drop-In Gym Activities* Fee: $4 per person, per visit.

All gym activities located at the *Taxes included Healthy Planet Gymnasium.

Youth Drop-In Gym Activities Age: 12 to 17 years Fee: $3 per person, per visit.

Parent & Child Open Gym Age: 4 to 12 years Fee: $3 per person, per visit.

Spirit of Math Rock Climbing Wall Age: 6 years and older Fee: $3 per person, per visit.

AFLC Drop-In Schedule

Please visit our website for the most up-to-date AFLC Drop-In schedules. Note: All schedules are subject to change.

www.aurora.ca/aflcdropin

Guidelines For up-to-date information, please visit www.aurora.ca/aflcdropin Parent & Child Open Gym: Children ages 4 to 8 must have a guardian present. Guardian must pay program fee.

Spirit of Math Rock Climbing Wall: All climbers must complete a waiver form prior to climbing. Those under 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian. Waivers available at www.aurora.ca/aflcdropin. Ages 6 to 11 must have a parent or guardian present while they climb.

Note: Waiver forms are valid for 365 days. After that time a new waiver will need to be completed.

HOLIDAY SCHEDULES For Holiday and P.A. Day schedules, please visit www.aurora.ca/aflcdropin DESJARDINS DAYS For schedules and up-to-date information, please visit www.aurora.ca/desjardinsdays

Note: Regular programming may be affected on P.A. Days and holidays. Please visit www.aurora.ca/aflcdropin for schedule of activities and cancellations.

PRESCHOOL DROP-IN

Join us at the SARC for some fun!

September 17 to December 17 PRESCHOOL DROP-IN Age: Newborn to 5 years • Location: SARC Fee: $3 per child, supervising adults are free Having fun with your preschooler just became a little bit easier! Come play with your child (newborn to 5 years) on a variety of gross motor equipment, learning stations and much more. Preschool equipment will be cleaned and sanitized regularly by Town staff.

Note: Caregivers must supervise children at all times.

DAY Saturday

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SKATING ACTIVITIES

Skating, Shinny and Stick & Puck Hockey

PUBLIC SKATING: $3.00 OR 10 TICKETS FOR $24.50 • SHINNY AND STICK & PUCK HOCKEY: $6.45 OR 10 TICKETS FOR $52.50

Skating Activities take place at the following locations.

AURORA FAMILY LEISURE COMPLEX • 135 Industrial Parkway North • 905-841-7521 Judy Sherin Memorial Arena

STRONACH AURORA RECREATION COMPLEX • 1400 Wellington St. East • 905-726-4770 NewRoads Toyota Aurora Arena & Pfaff Arena

Please visit our website for the most up-to-date Skating, Shinny and Stick & Puck Hockey schedules.

Note: All schedules are subject to change.

www.aurora.ca/skatingactivities GUIDELINES AND RULES • Every 60 minutes of scheduled skate time includes a 10 minute flood.

• Visit www.aurora.ca/skatingactivities for full details.

HOLIDAY SCHEDULES For Holiday and P.A. Day schedules, please visit www.aurora.ca/skatingactivities

Family & Youth Shinny Hockey • Must wear full equipment (including mouth guard, neck guard and helmet with cage).

• No contact.

• No age exceptions will be made.

• Family Stick & Puck Hockey and Parent & Child Stick & Puck/Skate are limited to a maximum of 3 children per parent/guardian on ice.

DESJARDINS DAYS For schedules and up-to-date information, please visit www.aurora.ca/desjardinsdays

Adult Shinny Hockey • Must be 18 years or older.

• The Town of Aurora strongly recommends full equipment.

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CANCELLATIONS September 3 to 9 All skate times cancelled.

The Ontario Recreation Facilities Association and the Town of Aurora recommend wearing a helmet and glove protection while on the ice surface.

A Community Club Teaching Skating in AURORA since 1953!

Skate Canada Ice Skating Programs

Instruction by NCCP Skate Canada Certified Coaches

Learn to Skate Program CanSkate - Learn to Skate National Badge Program

• Boys and Girls Ages 3+ • 45 Minute Lessons • Ribbons & Progress Reports • Skate Canada Level Badges 1 to 6

CanSkate Plus

Aurora Skating Club is a Not-for-Profit Club sanctioned

by Skate Canada

Figure Skating Program STARSkate - Figure Skating

Skills | Tests | Achievement | Recognition is what STARSkate is all about!

• STAR 1 Entry Level - Badge Level 6 • STAR 1 - 5 Skate Canada Testing • STAR 6 - Gold Skate Canada High Test • Competitive Training

Figure Skating Entry Level • Skate Canada Badge Level 4

Adult/Teen - Skating Program • Ages 13 yrs +

Borealis Synchro Team

• Check website for information

On-Line Registration go to ASC Website

www.auroraskatingclub.com (905) 713-1442

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COMMUNITY MARKETPLACE

SENIOR APARTMENTS, INDEPENDENT LIVING & ASSISTED LIVING

25 BUTTERNUT RIDGE TRAIL, AURORA 905-503-9505 DelmanorAurora.com

NATIONAL TRAINING RINKS NOT JUST ANOTHER ARENA TWO LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU

650 Edward Ave. Richmond Hill 905-884-1121 or info@ntrcanada.com

1155 Stellar Dr., Newmarket 905-953-0978 or newmarket@ntrcanada.com

Offering the following FALL & CHRISTMAS BREAK programs • • • • • • • • • • •

Hockey Skill Development for Beginners to Elite Players Goaltending School Defensemen Skills Children Learn to Play Hockey Classes Level 1 & 2 P.A. DAY PROGRAMS Sunday Skill Improvement and Play Team Training Birthday Parties Adult Learn to Skate & Learn to play Hockey Classes Adult 3 on 3 Pond Hockey Leagues ADULT BEGINNERS HOCKEY LEAGUES

• • • • • • • •

Learn to Skate Programs for Children 3 on 3 Christmas Break Tournaments CHRISTMAS BREAK HOCKEY CAMPS Privates & Small Group Instruction Power Skating Classes ICE RENTALS Stickhandling & Shooting Programs Mid -Week 3 on 3 Hockey League Wednesday nights September to April – Tyke, Novice, Atom & Peewee

For further information call or email.

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ADULT & OLDER ADULT PROGRAMS

SENIORS’ CENTRE WITHOUT WALLS

ACRYLIC PAINT – BEGINNER Age: 55+ years Location: AFLC This course will introduce you to the unique “forgiving” qualities of acrylic paint and allow you to experiment with a variety of techniques.

Learn about choosing paints, painting surfaces and how to make the most of your tools. Basic colour theory and mixing will be explored as well as creating glazes and textures.

Note: Material costs extra, list available at the ASC or AFLC. DAY Thu

DATE Sept 22

TIME 9:00am – 11:00am

FEE/CLASS CODE $151.00/10 25834

ACRYLIC PAINT – INTERMEDIATE Age: 55+ years Location: AFLC This class goes beyond the basics. It concentrates on technique and composition.

Note: Material costs extra, list available at the ASC or AFLC. DAY Thu

DATE Sept 22

TIME 11:30am – 1:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $153.00/10 25835

BALANCE IMPROVEMENT Age: 55+ years Location: ASC Stay steady on your feet by strengthening your core and lower body.

This class will include seated and standing exercises.

DAY Tue

Seniors’ Centre Without Walls (SCWW) allows you to participate in seminars, fitness classes and games, over the phone or through Zoom. This FREE program allows you to stay safely at home while connecting with your friends from the Aurora Seniors Centre. All you need is a phone. View schedule of dates and topics online. www.aurora.ca/SCWW 365-500-3161

HYBRID PROGRAMS

These classes are available in-person and online using Zoom. All in-person participants may request the Zoom link to participate over Zoom as well as in-person.

DATE Sept 13

TIME 9:30am – 10:15am

FEE/CLASS CODE $75.00/12 25836

BALLROOM & LATIN DANCE – LEVEL 1 Age: 18+ years Location: ASC This stress-free introduction to the basics of Ballroom & Latin dancing can be used at dance clubs, weddings, dinner dances and more. Participants will experience several dances: the cha-cha, rumba, mambo, merengue and foxtrot. The course will be taught by a couple so that participants may fully benefit from both perspectives of leading and following. Prior dance experience is not necessary.

Partners are required. *No class on: Oct 12, 17, 26 & Nov 16, 23 DAY

DATE

TIME

Wed

Sept 14

7:30pm – 8:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $90.00/9 per person 25870*

BALLROOM & LATIN DANCE – LEVEL 2 Age: 18+ years Location: ASC Focusing on “dancing for fun”, this program will develop dance skills and steps. New dances will be introduced, such as the waltz, swing, samba, quickstep, salsa, cumbia or bachata. The course will be taught by a couple so that participants may fully benefit from both perspectives of leading and following. The beginners class or previous dance experience are preferred prerequisites for this class.

Partners are required. *No class on: Oct 10, 17, 24 & Nov 14, 21 DAY

DATE

TIME

Mon

Sept 12

7:30pm – 8:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $90.00/9 per person 25871*

PROGRAM PRICES & HST

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ADULT & OLDER ADULT PROGRAMS BALLROOM & LATIN DANCE – LEVEL 3 Age: 18+ years Location: ASC The Level 3 program will continue to offer more technique and additional figures to the dance styles covered in Level 2. Similar to Level 2, this class will focus only on two or three dances per session in order to provide in-depth instruction for each of the styles taught.

Several sessions of Level 2 would be the preferred prerequisite for this course. Partners are required. *No class on: Oct 10, 17, 24 & Nov 14, 21 DAY

DATE

TIME

Mon

Sept 12

8:30pm – 9:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $90.00/9 per person 25872*

BASIC CARDIO Age: 55+ years Location: This basic, cardiovascular only class takes you through simple choreography designed to gently raise your heartrate to improve fitness and burn fat.

DAY Thu Thu

DATE Sept 15 Dec 1

TIME 9:00am – 9:30am 9:00am – 9:30am

FEE/CLASS CODE $35.00/10 25837 $14.00/4 25869

New!

BASIC CARDIO – HYBRID Age: 55+ years Location: ASC This basic, cardiovascular only class takes you through simple choreography designed to gently raise your heartrate to improve fitness and burn fat.

Note: This class is available in-person and online using Zoom. All in-person participants may request the Zoom link to participate over Zoom as well as in-person.

DAY Thu Thu

DATE Sept 15 Dec 1

TIME 9:00am – 9:30am 9:00am – 9:30am

FEE/CLASS CODE $35.00/10 25857 $14.00/4 25866

BOOT CAMP GOLD Age: 55+ years Location: ASC This circuit class will incorporate stations using Pilates and Bosu balls, bands and more. Work towards improving strength, cardio capacity, balance and agility. Designed for the active, independent older adult.

DAY Tue Tue

DATE Sept 13 Nov 29

TIME 9:00am – 9:45am 9:00am – 9:45am

FEE/CLASS CODE $62.00/10 25838 $25.00/4 25858

CHAIR STRETCH Age: 55+ years Location: ASC This is a gentle exercise class. Learn how to gently stretch and strengthen, mobilize your joints and use your breath to relax, all with the aid of a chair. This is a great class for those new or returning to exercise or for individuals who suffer from arthritis, joint tightness, chronic pain or other conditions. Breathe deeper, stretch farther and grow stronger.

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DATE Sept 16 Dec 2

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 10:00am – 10:45am $56.00/9 25839 10:00am – 10:45am $25.00/4 25859

CHAIR YOGA Age: 55+ years Location: ASC Chair Yoga is for anyone who has movement limitations or is recovering from an injury and would like to start moving, or to be more active. A varied series of focused poses and movement flows, incorporating breath awareness and proper alignment, will help to develop strength, flexibility and balance. Enjoy the benefits of a rejuvenated mind, body and spirit while you sit.

New!

DAY Wed

DATE Sept 21

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 10:00am – 11:00am $62.00/10 25867

CO-ED BASKETBALL – COMPETITIVE Age: 18+ years Location: AFLC This fast-paced, competitive game is for those with intermediate level skills and beyond. Teams will be drawn each week.

DAY Thu

DATE Sept 22

TIME 8:45pm – 10:15pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $80.00/10 25874

New!

CO-ED VOLLEYBALL – CASUAL Age: 18+ years Location: Aurora High School Gymnasium Calling all co-ed volleyball enthusiasts. Come out and participate in an indoor season of volleyball. This program will provide an ideal environment for beginners and recreational players in a fun and friendly environment. Note: Overhand serving and spiking will not be permitted. This is not an instructional program.

DAY Mon

DATE Sept 19

TIME 7:00pm – 8:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $80.00/10 25875

New!

CO-ED VOLLEYBALL – COMPETITIVE Age: 18+ years Location: Aurora High School Gymnasium Do you love to play competitive volleyball? This indoor co-ed environment is suited for intermediate level players and beyond.

Note: Overhand serving and spiking is allowed.

DAY Mon

DATE Sept 19

TIME 7:00pm – 8:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $80.00/10 25876

DRAWING FUNDAMENTALS Age: 55+ years Location: AFLC Anyone can learn to draw. You will be introduced to technical and creative exercises that will help develop your skills.

Note: Material costs extra, list available at the ASC or AFLC. DAY Wed

DATE Sept 21

TIME 9:00am – 10:30am

FEE/CLASS CODE $125.00/10 25840

New!

ENHANCING YOUR SPIRIT OF GRATITUDE Age: 18+ years Location: ASC Using a beautifully illustrated power-point presentation, along with inspiring and thought-provoking images and meditations, this course aims to introduce participants to some of the recent research in the areas of Neurobiology, Psychology, Sociology and Spirituality.

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DATE Oct 14

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 11:00am – 12:00pm $70.00/5 25931

ADULT & OLDER ADULT PROGRAMS KNITTING: CHRISTMAS GNOME Age: 5 5+ years Location: ASC In this class you will knit a 6” gnome which will become a treasured addition to your Christmas decorations. Knitting small projects like this in the round can be very challenging; this gnome will be knitted flat and seamed. Once the knitting is done, a few embellishments are added and the result is adorable. This is an intermediate to advanced class and requires good basic knitting skills.

Note: All the needed supplies will be provided for a $15 fee which is payable to the instructor, at the first class.

New!

DAY Wed

DATE Sept 21

TIME 2:30pm – 3:45pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $45.00/4 25879

KNITTING: LEARN TO KNIT Age: 5 5+ years Location: ASC A simple knit square or rectangle can become a button cowl, fingerless gloves or hat. In this class, you will learn several necessary basic skills to get started knitting; understanding yarn and gauge, casting on, knitting garter stitch, button holes, casting off, seaming.

These skills will be practised while knitting three small projects – a dishcloth, fingerless mitts and a cowl. Participants need no prior experience knitting. Completion of some homework between classes is required.

Note: This class is free, however there is a $25 fee payable to the instructor at the first class for supplies. This fee covers needles and yarn suitable for the three class projects.

DAY Wed

DATE Sept 21

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 10:30am – 11:45am FREE/3 25842

New!

KNITTING: SNOWMAN HAT Age: 5 5+ years Location: ASC In this class you will create a unique gift of a felted snowman’s top hat trimmed with holly and jingle bell berries. Picture your favourite Frosty the Snowman illustration and that is the hat you will be creating. This is an intermediate to advanced class and requires good basic knitting skills. Skills learned will be knitting in the round, shaping and felting.

Note: A supply list is available at the ASC, please bring supplies to the first class.

DAY Wed

DATE Oct 26

TIME 2:30pm – 3:45pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $45.00/4 25880

KNITTING: STITCH TECHNIQUE, INCREASES & DECREASES Age: 5 5+ years Location: ASC The strategic placement of increase and/or decrease stitches is used in knitting to create a wide variety of designs: shaped garments/ accessories, bias knitting, lace and chevron stitch patterns. This class will focus on increase and decrease techniques. You will learn reading charts and stitch pattern instructions. You will be given patterns for simple projects you can knit using these new skills. This class is suitable for the advanced beginner. It would be an excellent follow up to the Learn to Knit Class.

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DATE Nov 16

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 10:30am – 11:45am $34.00/3 25881

KNITTING: STITCH TECHNIQUE, KNITS & PURLS Age: 5 5+ years Location: ASC Combining knit and purl stitches creates stitch patterns which can be used to knit a variety of projects: washcloths, cowls, scarves and blankets. Several popular knit and purl combos will be practiced. You will learn reading charts and stitch pattern instructions. You will be given patterns for simple projects you can knit using these stitches.

This class is suitable for the advanced beginner. It would be an excellent follow up to the Learn to Knit Class.

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DATE Oct 19

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 10:30am – 11:45am $34.00/3 25882

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LATIN DANCE FOR SINGLES Age: 5 5+ years Location: ASC Come out for a fun-filled evening, learning the basic steps of Latin Dancing. This stress-free class will soon have you moving on the dance floor with easy steps of Cha-Cha, Merengue, Bachata, Mambo, Cumbia, Salsa and more. No partner or previous dance experience is required. *No class on: Oct 12, 17, 26 & Nov 16, 23 DAY Mon

DATE Sept 14

TIME 8:30pm – 9:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $90.00/9 25884*

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LEARN TO PLAY KEYBOARD Age: 5 5+ years Location: ASC Learn the fundamentals of piano playing in 10 weeks or less. During this class, you will learn how to sit at the keyboard, position your hands, play the appropriate keys and chords, and play some of your favourite melodies. You will learn some basic theory, including reading music and understanding basic harmony. Keyboards will be available at a rental fee of $50 for the 10-week period, payable to the instructor.

DAY Thu

DATE Sept 22

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 10:00am – 10:45am $135.00/10 26367

AGE REQUIREMENTS For Adult programs, participants must be the minimum age by the first day of the program.

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ADULT & OLDER ADULT PROGRAMS MEDITATION IN 8 WEEKS Age: 18+ years Location: This program teaches mindfulness practices for integration into daily life. Formal practices of awareness of breath, body and mind are expanded to mindfulness of informal daily activities such as eating, walking, listening, speaking, and working with physical and emotional pain. The program includes journaling techniques and reading texts to support the practice. The program is suitable for beginners and experienced practitioners who wish to revitalize their practice.

DAY Wed

DATE Sept 21

TIME 7:00pm – 8:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $90.00/10 25873

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MINDFULNESS & SELF-COMPASSION Age: 55+ years Location: Each class will focus on a different theme of mindfulness, and will include short meditations and practices to help ground you into the present moment. There will also be a focus on self-compassion. Since we are all unique in mind and body, you will be able to choose what practices work best to find your own sense of calm and awareness of being. Mindfulness meditation is scientifically proven to help reduce stress, anxiety and depression.

DAY Thu

DATE Sept 22

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 11:15am – 12:15pm $62.00/10 25843

MOVE & TONE Age: 55+ years Location: This program uses cardiovascular exercise to improve endurance.

We will also use light weights and resistance bands to work your muscles to strengthen and tone your body. This class is designed for the active, independent Older Adult. *No class on: Oct 10 DAY Mon

DATE Sept 12

TIME 9:00am – 10:00am

FEE/CLASS CODE $75.00/12 25844*

pFIT Age: 55+ years Location: ASC pFIT is a social and safe way to increase lower body strength, improve range of motion and maintain balance. The stepper allows each leg to work at its own pace and resistance level, and digitally monitors strength improvement. *No class on: Oct 10 DAY Mon Mon

DATE Sept 26 Sept 26

PILOGA – HYBRID Age: 55+ years Location: ASC This class is designed to build strength and gain flexibility. Combining the muscle toning of Pilates with the flexibility of Yoga, this class has constant movement to help burn fat.

Note: This class is available in-person and online using Zoom. All in-person participants may request the Zoom link to participate over Zoom as well as in-person. *No class on: Oct 10

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FEE/CLASS $62.00/10 $75.00/12 $75.00/12

FEE/CLASS CODE $75.00/12 25861

DATE Sept 20

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 10:30am – 11:30am $52.00/8 25848

STRETCH & TONE Age: 55+ years Location: ASC (Mon), (Thu/Fri) This class is designed to strengthen and tone muscles to facilitate everyday living activities and improve appearance. A variety of light equipment will be used. The muscles will then be stretched to maintain or increase flexibility. *No class on: Oct 10, 17, 24 DAY Mon Thu Thu Fri Fri

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 11:15am – 11:45am $94.00/8 25845* 12:00pm – 12:30pm $94.00/8 25868*

TIME 10:15am – 11:00am 10:15am – 11:00am 9:30am – 10:15am

TIME 10:15am – 11:00am

Qi-GONG Age: 55+ years Location: Qi-gong is a gentle, flowing mind body practice which helps to improve strength, co-ordination and balance; important factors for fall prevention. The connection to mind, body and breath aids in alleviating stress and anxiety. All levels are welcome. Qi-gong can be practiced both standing and seated.

PILOGA Age: 55+ years Location: (Mon/Fri), AFLC (Tue) This class is designed to build strength and gain flexibility. Combining the muscle toning of Pilates with the flexibility of Yoga, this class has constant movement to help burn fat. *No class on: Oct 10 DAY Mon Tue Fri

DATE Sept 13

CODE 25846* 25847 25862

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DATE Sept 12 Sept 15 Dec 1 Sept 16 Dec 2

TIME 1:30pm – 2:30pm 10:00am – 11:00am 10:00am – 11:00am 11:00am – 12:00pm 11:00am – 12:00pm

FEE/CLASS $62.00/10 $62.00/10 $25.00/4 $62.00/10 $25.00/4

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ADULT & OLDER ADULT PROGRAMS WATERCOLOUR ON CANVAS Age: 55+ years Location: AFLC Learn how to paint with watercolours on canvas. The instructor will show you how to prepare a stretched canvas (provided), and will demonstrate techniques for using watercolours on the canvas. There will be two projects for the day. One in the morning (9am-12pm) and one in the afternoon (1pm-4pm) with a lunch break (12pm-1pm).

Instructor will provide details on how to seal the canvas at home.

Cost includes 2 canvases. Participants must have experience with watercolour on traditional paper and experience mixing colours.

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STRETCH & TONE – HYBRID Age: 55+ years Location: ASC This class is designed to strengthen and tone muscles to facilitate everyday living activities and improve appearance. A variety of light equipment will be used. The muscles will then be stretched to maintain or increase flexibility.

Note: This class is available in-person and online using Zoom. All in-person participants may request the Zoom link to participate over Zoom as well as in-person. *No class on: Oct 10, 17, 24

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DATE Sept 12

TIME 1:30pm – 2:30pm

FEE/CLASS $62.00/10

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WATERCOLOUR – LEVEL 1 Age: 55+ years Location: AFLC This watercolour class will be of interest to participants who are new to watercolours as well as those who have some experience with watercolours. Participants will learn how to mix colours, watercolour techniques such as washes and dry brushing, and how to plan a watercolour project from start to finish. Some drawing will be incorporated into the project preparation.

Note: Material costs extra, list available at the ASC or AFLC. DAY Tue

DATE Sept 27

TIME 1:00pm – 3:00pm

FEE/CLASS $151.00/8

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WATERCOLOUR – LEVEL 2 Age: 55+ years Location: AFLC This watercolour class will be of interest to participants who have experience with watercolours and want to develop their style and learn new techniques. Participants will learn techniques such as mixing colours on their paper, using negative space, and loosening up their style using larger brushes. Drawing will be incorporated into the project preparation.

Note: Material costs extra, list available at the ASC or AFLC. DAY Tue

DATE Sept 27

TIME FEE/CLASS 9:30am – 12:00pm $153.00/8

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DATE Oct 21

TIME 9:00am – 4:00pm

FEE/CLASS $85.00/1

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YOGA – BEGINNER Age: 55+ years Location: This class is well-suited for newcomers to Yoga and for those who wish to continue to focus on the Hatha Yoga fundamentals of basic poses and breathing. *No class on: Oct 10 DAY Mon

DATE Sept 26

TIME 12:15pm – 1:15pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $52.00/8 25854*

ZUMBA GOLD Age: 55+ years Location: This amazing program is very easy to follow, so anyone will be able to do Zumba Gold. Dances that are specifically highlighted in this program include: Merengue, Salsa, Cha Cha, Belly Dance, Flamenco and Tango.

DAY Tue

DATE Sept 13

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 11:30am – 12:15pm $75.00/12 25855

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ZUMBA GOLD – HYBRID Age: 55+ years Location: ASC This amazing program is very easy to follow, so anyone will be able to do Zumba Gold. Dances that are specifically highlighted in this program include: Merengue, Salsa, Cha Cha, Belly Dance, Flamenco and Tango.

Note: This class is available in-person and online using Zoom. All in-person participants may request the Zoom link to participate over Zoom as well as in-person.

DAY Tue

DATE Sept 13

TIME FEE/CLASS 11:30am – 12:15pm $75.00/12

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ZUMBA GOLD TONING Age: 55+ years Location: ASC This program includes the exhilarating experience of a Zumba Fitness Party with the benefits of safe-and-effective strength training. It’s an easy-to-follow, health-boosting dance-fitness program for baby boomers as well as beginners. Through dynamic lightweight resistance training and exciting international rhythms, participants will build muscle strength, increase bone density, and improve mobility, posture and coordination.

DAY Fri

DATE Sept 16

TIME 9:00am – 9:45am

FEE/CLASS CODE $68.00/11 25856

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AURORA SENIORS CENTRE

AURORA SENIORS CENTRE A Full Access Facility Welcoming Adults 55+

90 John West Way, Aurora | 905-726-4767 | www.auroraseniors.ca

OPERATING HOURS MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

8:30am - 5:00pm

8:30am - 9:00pm

8:30am - 5:00pm

8:30am - 5:00pm

8:30am - 10:00pm

Only $25.00 per calendar year for Aurora residents (non-residents $35.00/year) •O ngoing social activities and fitness programs • Games rooms with Billiard tables and darts • Library • Internet access and computers • Woodworking shop

• Bocce Courts (outdoor) • Ongoing Activities • Monthly Seniors Centre newsletter • Member discounts on day trips and special events

Note: There is a $1.00 per person/per day activity fee collected for each visit

Follow the Aurora Seniors Association on Facebook and Instagram!

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AFTERNOON BINGO Enjoy an afternoon of bingo with friends! Ten exciting games are played including Big Joe, Little Joe, Sputnik and Jackpot full cards.

Friday – 12:45pm to 3:00pm AFTERNOON CARDS AND GAMES What better way to spend an afternoon then playing a friendly game of Bridge, Bid-Euchre, Poker or Mah Jongg. (Please join the Bridge players 10 minutes early to draw partners).

See ASC monthly newsletter.

BADMINTON Join us for recreational badminton. New and experienced players are welcome.

Monday – 9:00am to 12:00pm Tuesday – 4:00pm to 6:00pm BILLARDS, POOL & SNOOKER We have 4 tables available for play.

During operating hours.

BOCCE Join the game on our outdoor, professional courts!

See ASC monthly newsletter (May to October).

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CARPET BOWLING This is a fun and safe game, suitable for all ages. This game provides a nice alternative to sports that rely on strength, agility and speed. New players are always welcome.

Monday – 1:00pm to 3:00pm CHOIR Join our very own “Evergreen Choir” here at the Centre.

Fee: $50 (September to May) Wednesday – 1:45pm to 3:15pm COMPUTER CLUB The Computer Club is a “Teaching Club”. We welcome seniors with all levels of computer knowledge: beginner to expert.

See ASC monthly newsletter.

FRIDAY EVENING BID EUCHRE Come over to the Seniors Centre on Friday evenings for a few hands of cards.

Friday – 7:00pm to 10:00pm KNOTTY KNITTERS Help us make wonderful memories together by joining us for knitting, crocheting and conversation.

Monday – 9:30am to 11:30am

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AURORA SENIORS CENTRE LET’S CREATE Join our group while we create fun projects and crafts.

Wednesday – 1:00pm to 3:00pm

SILVER STARS DRAMA GROUP Join our own STARS as they sing, dance and act!

See ASC monthly newsletter.

MOVIE NIGHT Come out to enjoy a movie.

Fee: $1.50 (Members only) Tuesday – 6:30pm

TABLE TENNIS A fun fast paced sport that everyone can play.

Tuesday – 1:00pm to 4:00pm Thursday – 1:00pm to 4:00pm

PICKLE BALL This game combines the best of tennis, badminton and ping-pong. Please come out and give it a try.

See ASC monthly newsletter.

WOODCARVERS Join us as we carve. We are a small and welcoming group, all at various stages of carving ability.

Tuesday & Thursday – 9:00am to 4:00pm

QUILT ‘N SEW Take part in our sewing club. Share your talents or learn from others. There is always something fun to work on.

Friday – 9:30am to 3:30pm (September to June)

WOODSHOP Our woodshop is fully equipped and manned by qualified, volunteer instructors happy to assist.

Monday, Wednesday & Friday – 9:00am to 4:00pm

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FACILITY BOOKINGS

Rent Our Facilities

The Town of Aurora has a great selection of facilities to rent.

Spaces include activity and meeting rooms, gymnasium, ice and arena floors, pools and more. Bookings are available for seasonal rentals or one-time bookings.

Full details available online at www.aurora.ca/facilitybookings Email our Facility Bookings team at bookings@aurora.ca

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PARKS & TRAILS PEDESTRIAN TRAIL SYSTEM The Town of Aurora is fortunate to have an extensive pedestrian trail system which connects many of its neighbourhood parks, Town facilities and open space corridors. Presently the Town maintains approximately 62 kilometers of trails.

Come out and enjoy a leisurely hike through the natural valley land setting of mixed forests, meadows and wetland habitats of the Holland River Valley. This is Aurora’s longest trail corridor stretching from Evans Park on Bayview Avenue south of Vandorf Sideroad all the way up to St. John’s Sideroad and includes the Tim Jones Trail (Nokiidaa Trail), the Klaus Wehrenberg Trail as well as the Sheppard’s Bush trails. These trails link municipal facilities such as the Town Hall, the Senior’s Centre and the Aurora Family Leisure Complex, as well as the Aurora Community, Sheppard’s Bush, and Lambert Willson Park.

Other significant trails include the Lakeview/Willow Farm Trail located within the forested hills of St. Andrews in northwest Aurora, the David Tomlinson Nature Reserve Trail in the Marsh Creek valley lands of northeast Aurora, and currently under construction, the Highland Gate trail in the former Highland Gates Golf Course lands.

All Aurora trails are considered multi-use, with the primary focus being pedestrian hikers. Opportunities also exist for cross country skiers. The majority of our trails are compact gravel surfaces with some asphalt sections through neighbourhood and community parks.

Please note that our trails are not groomed or maintained during winter months, and conditions vary widely. Surface conditions can change dramatically during the winter to create potentially hazardous hiking and skiing conditions. All users are advised to respect other trail users, to stay on designated trails and to exercise caution at all times.

COMMUNITY PARKS & SPORTS FACILITIES The town currently has over 75 parks and open space areas including 44 playgrounds encompassing over 700 acres, 4 children’s water-play splash pads, 35 soccer fields, 18 ball diamonds and a wide variety of other recreational activities. Please come out and enjoy what Aurora has to offer!

Full details at www.aurora.ca/parksandtrails DAVID TOMLINSON NATURE RESERVE (WILDLIFE PARK) On October 23, 2020 Town Council unveiled a new trail sign and officially re-named the Wildlife Park as the “David Tomlinson Nature Reserve” in honour of David Tomlinson who has been instrumental in the protection and creation of the nature reserve.

The David Tomlinson Nature Reserve consists of marshland, openwater ponds, meadows and forests in the Marsh Creek valley lands located between Bayview Avenue and Leslie Street, north of Wellington Street East. Main access points include the Stronach Aurora Recreation Centre and Johnathan Bales Parkette.

Park users should note that much of the nature reserve contains environmentally sensitive areas and habitat for many species of flora and fauna, and the intent is to restrict pedestrian access to these areas to allow nature to flourish. We request that park users stay on the trails and respect the truly unique features that are contained within

the nature reserve. Viewing platforms have been provided at two critical locations and have been designed to screen pedestrians from wildlife that would otherwise be startled should pedestrians remain in plain view. Additional native trees and shrubs will be planted over the next few years to help buffer pedestrian activity from environmentally sensitive areas.

MEMORIAL TREE & PARK BENCH DEDICATION PROGRAM Would you like to establish “Lasting Roots” in your community?

Are you looking for a unique gift idea for that special person or occasion? Perhaps you feel like making an investment in greening your community? If so, we encourage you to contact the Parks Division to find out more about the memorial tree planting and park bench dedication program. Please call 365-500-3134 or email sking@aurora.ca.

AURORA ADOPT-A-PARK IS YOUR CHANCE TO GROW WITH THE COMMUNITY Did you know that the Adopt-A-Park program provides local businesses, community groups and residents with the opportunity to enhance the environment and beautify our town by assisting with the maintenance and developement of Aurora’s parks and trail systems? Adopt-A-Park continues to: • Create opportunities for citizens to support our parks and green spaces.

• Share the responsibility for a clean community.

• Develop opportunities for youth involvement.

• Build community pride and a sense of ownership in our parklands.

There are a number of ways to become involved in this exciting program. Please contact the Parks Division at 365-500-3134 for further information or email sking@aurora.ca.

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Fleury Park

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Forest Grove Parkette Golf Glen Park

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39 Reuben Street 15335 Yonge Street 28 Ballymore Drive 2A Aurora Dr & 15 Site for Tobogganing Heights Orchard Heights Blvd.

67 Soleil Court Yonge St. & St. Boardwalk John’s SdRd. 164 McClellan Way Home of the Aurora Tennis Club and the 76 Maple Street Aurora Lawnbowling Club Access to the Tim Monkman Jones Trail Crescent Access to Highview Public School’s FullyMcClellan Accessible Playground 250 Way and Access to Case Woodlot Access to the Tim 33 Birkshire Jones Trail Drive Accessible Civic Square Playground, Sensory 18 Gate Gardens and Water Decorative Seating Area and Floral Bed

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COMMUNITY DIRECTORY SERVICE CLUBS, COMMUNITY GROUPS AND RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS 140 Aurora Air Cadet Squadron

Murray Charlton, Captain

Access York

www.york.ca / accessyork@york.ca / 1-877-464-9675

Al-Anon / Alateen Alzheimer’s Society of York Region Amnesty International - Aurora/Newmarket Group

http://al-anon.alateen.on.ca / 416-410-3809 Loren Freid Renee LeBlanc

Aurora Chamber of Commerce

Aurora Cornerstone Church

Pastor Wayne Lucas Sandra Seepaul

Aurora Lions Club

President

Aurora United Church Bahái Faith of Aurora Bereaved Families of Ontario - York Region Big Brothers Big Sisters of York

amnestyaurora.wordpress.com / amnestyaurora@gmail.com / 905-713-6713 www.aucc.club / info@aucc.club

Irene Clement

Aurora Food Pantry Aurora Seniors Association

www.alzheimer-york.com / info@alzheimer-york.com / 905-726-3477 www.aurorachamber.on.ca / info@aurorachamber.on.ca / 905-727-7262

Aurora Chess Club Aurora Community Arboretum

www.140aurora.com / 140admo@gmail.com / 905-727-4692

Dave LeGallais, President Cathy Hiltz Neda Shakour Christine Goguen Sarah Dame

www.auroraarboretum.ca / trees@auroraarboretum.ca / 905-727-3492 www.auroracornerstone.ca / office@auroracornerstone.ca / 905-841-8883 www.aurorafoodpantry.ca / info@aurorafoodpantry.ca / 905-841-1577 www.aurora-lions-club-ontario.com / aurora.a16@hotmail.com / 905-727-6079 www.auroraseniors.ca / asa@auroraseniors.ca / 905-726-4767 www.auroraunitedchurch.ca / info@auroraunitedchurch.ca / 905-727-1935 ext. 21 www.bahaiaurora.org / aurora.lsa41@gmail.com / 647-231-1948 www.bfo-yorkregion.com / bfoyr_program@bellnet.ca / 905-898-6265 www.bbbsy.ca / general@bbbsy.ca / 905-726-2149

The Campus Church

Pastor Laird Crump

www.the-campus.ca / info@the-campus.ca / 905-727-4985

Canadian Cancer Society - Holland River Community Office

Brenda MacGregor

www.cancer.ca / hollandriver@ontario.cancer.ca / 905-830-0447

Canadian Federation of University Women

www.cfuwauroranewmarket.com / CFUW.Info@gmail.com

Canadian Hearing Society - Simcoe-York Office

www.chs.ca / 1-866-518-0000 / TTY 1-877-215-9530

Canadian Mental Health Association - York Region Branch Catholic Community Services of York Cedar Centre CHATS (Community Home Assistance to Seniors)

www.cmha.ca / yorkregion@cmha-yr-on.ca / 1-866-345-0183 or 905-841-3977 Region Richmond Hill Office Claire Shave, Executive Administrator Client Care Centre

Community Living Newmarket/Aurora District

www.clcy.ca / 905-898-3000

Down Syndrome Association of York Region Family and Credit Counselling Services of York Region

www.dsayr.ca / info@dsayr.ca / 416-410-DOWN or 1-800-649-DOWN (3696) Pastor Garth Hutchinson Susan Heim

Family Services York Region (FSYR)

www.girlsincyork.org / info@girlsincyork.org / 905-830-0776

Heart & Stroke Foundation - York Region

www.heartandstroke.ca / 905-709-4899

Home & Community Care Support Services - Central

www.healthcareathome.ca/central / 905-895-1240 or 1-888-470-2222

Kinark Child & Family Services

www.kinark.on.ca / 1-888-454-6275 John Lyn, Grand Knight

Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority

Optimist Club of Aurora

Sandy Bundy Reverend Francis V. McDevitt

Probus Club of Aurora (Retirees)

Vern Cunningham, President Major Dan Copeland

Region of York Quilters’ Guild Rose of Sharon Services for Young Mothers Rotary Club of Aurora

Wendy Browne Optimist Hall (Newmarket)

Ian Ardill

The Gathering Place of Aurora

Pastors John & Victoria Irving

Towns of York Toastmasters Club

Welcoming Arms

www.roseofsharon.com / information@roseofsharon.com / 905-853-5514 wendy.browne@bell.net / 905-713-4106 www.navyleague.ca / info@navyleague.ca / 905-895-3038 https://pccweb.ca/standrewsaurora/ / standrewsaurora@gmail.com / 905-727-5011

Lynn McLarnon

The Campus Church Bayview

Trinity Anglican Church

www.probusclubofaurora.com / 416-523-4882 www.rangers2799.com / 2799army@cadets.gc.ca / 905-726-8600

www.scouts.ca / gtc@scouts.ca / 1-888-ScoutsNow or 416-490-6364

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church

Victorian Order of Nurses (Toronto-York Region)

www.auroraoptimist.com / auroraoptimist@gmail.com / 905-841-4035 https://olgraceau.archtoronto.org / olgraceau@archtoronto.org / 905-727-4594

www.on.legion.ca / office@auroralegion.ca / 905-727-5642

Scouts Canada St. John Ambulance (York Region)

www.oakridgestrail.org / info@oakridgestrail.org / 905-833-6600 or 1-877-319-0285

www.regionofyorkquiltersguild.ca / info@regionofyorkquiltersguild.ca Anna Pavan

Royal Canadian Legion - Local Branch #385 Royal Canadian Sea Cadets & Navy League

http://saint-frere-andre.ca / info@saint-frere-andre.ca / 1-877-974-7455 www.yrp.ca / info@yrp.ca / 1-866-8POLICE (876-5423) ext. 6709

Michele Donnelly

Our Lady of Grace Roman Catholic Church Queen’s York Rangers 2799 Army Cadet Corps

www.ldayr.org / info@ldayr.org / 905-884-7933 www.marchofdimes.ca / 1-800-263-3463

Père Peter Haddad

Neighbourhood Watch Program (via York Regional Police) Oak Ridges Trail Association

www.kofcaurora.ca / info@kofcaurora.ca / 905-727-4594 www.lsrca.on.ca / 905-895-1281

Helga Sirola

March of Dimes Canada Mission Catholique Saint Frère-André

www.yorkcounselling.ca / 905-707-7695 www.girlguides.ca / 1-800-565-8111

GIRLS Inc.

Learning Disabilities Association of York Region

www.faith-baptist-aurora.org / laypastor@faith-baptist-aurora.org / 905-773-0330 www.fsyr.ca / 905-895-2371

Girl Guides of Canada

Knights of Columbus (Council 6519 - Aurora)

www.cedarcentre.ca / cedar@cedarcentre.ca / 905-853-3040 www.chats.on.ca / seniorshelp@chats.on.ca / 905-713-6596 or toll-free 1-877-452-4287 crohnsandcolitis.ca / yorkregion@crohnsandcolitis.ca / 1-800-387-1479

Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of Canada York Region Faith Fellowship Baptist Church of Aurora

www.ccsyr.org / ccsyr@ccsyr.org / 1-800-263-2075 or 905-770-7040

www.sja.ca / york.region@on.sja.ca / 905-773-3394 www.thecampusbayview.ca / bayview@the-campus.ca / 905-715-0144 www.tgpoa.com / info@tgpoa.com / 905-727-2900 www.townsofyork.org / contactusform-1609@toastmastersclubs.org

The Rt. Rev. Dr. Patrick White (Interim)

www.trinityaurora.ca / trinity@trinityaurora.ca / 905-727-6101 www.von.ca / national@von.ca / 1-888-866-2273 www.welcomingarms.ca / welcomingarms@live.ca / 905-726-1483

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COMMUNITY DIRECTORY SERVICE CLUBS, COMMUNITY GROUPS AND RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS Women’s Centre of York Region

Melissa Masci

www.wcyr.ca / info@wcyr.ca / 905-853-9270 ext. 100

YMCA GTA

www.ymcagta.org / 1-800-223-8024 or 416-928-9622

York 4H Association York Region Food Network

Megan Burnside

www.4-hontario.ca / region3@4-hontario.ca / 1-877-410-6748

Joan Stonehocker

www.yrfn.ca / 4moreinfo@yrfn.ca / 905-841-3101

York Region Sport and Social Club

www.yorkssc.com / york@sportsocial.club / 416-781-4263

SPORTS ASSOCIATIONS Aurora Barbarians Rugby

Steve Hall

www.abrfc.ca / president@aurorabarbarians.com

Aurora Community Tennis Club Aurora Diggers Girls Softball Association Aurora Ducks Swimming Club Aurora FC

www.auroratennis.ca / 905-727-3719 Lois Thompson

www.auroradiggersgirlssoftball.ca / r.th@sympatico.ca / 905-727-8089

Paul Lau

www.ducksswimming.ca / info@ducksswimming.ca / 905-888-9994

Aurora FC Office

www.aysc.ca / info@aysc.ca / 905-727-0624

Aurora Ladies Softball Association

Amanda Balson

www.auroraladiessoftball.ca / players@auroraladiessoftball.ca / 647-838-1619

Aurora Lawn Bowling Club

Raymond Noble

www.auroralawnbowlingclub.ca / 905-727-6784

Aurora Master Ducks Swim & Triathlon Club

Adam Porteous

www.masterducks.ca / justduckit77@gmail.com / 416-898-7281

Aurora Masters Lacrosse

James Zacher

www.amll.ca / james@zacher.ca / 905-727-1870

Aurora King Baseball Association

Aurora Men’s Slo-Pitch League Aurora Minor Hockey Association

www.akba.ca / 905-841-5331

Reg Schade Hockey Office

Aurora Mixed Slo Pitch League

Judy Robar

Aurora Model Aircraft Club

Max Perez

Aurora Opti Hockey Aurora Panthers - Central York Girls Hockey Association Aurora Senior Soccer Club

www.amsl.ca / reg@amsl.ca www.auroraminorhockey.com / aurorahockey@on.aibn.com / 905-727-1480 www.amspl.ca / judyrobar@rogers.com / 416-456-0912 www.auroramodelaircraft.com

Opti Hockey Convenor

https://auroraoptihockey.teamsnapsites.com / auroraopti@gmail.com

Hockey Office

www.cygha.com / info@cygha.com / 905-727-0269

Office

www.aurorasoccerclub.com / info@aurorasoccerclub.com / 905-727-7759

Aurora Skating Club

Vicky Yaeck

www.auroraskatingclub.com / info@auroraskatingclub.com / 905-713-1442

Aurora Sports Hall of Fame (ASHoF)

Dave Thom

www.aurorashof.ca / david@thompartners.com / 416-818-2562

Aurora Tigers Junior A

Tigers Office

www.auroratigers.pointstreaksites.com / 905-841-3627

Central York Girls Hockey Association

Hockey Office

Champion Swimming

Paul Lau

www.cygha.com / info@cygha.com / 905-727-0269 www.championswimming.ca / info@championswimming.ca / 289-212-1288

Spectrum North Baton Club

Jennifer Meron

spectrumbaton@rogers.com / 905-727-7586

Sport Aurora

Laurie Mueller

www.sportaurora.ca / executive.director@sportaurora.ca / 905-726-4776

Storm Volleyball Club

Bruce Stafford

www.stormvolleyball.ca / info@stormvolleyball.ca

Valhalla Mixed Slo-Pitch

Rob Roberts

York / Newmarket Curling Club

Club

York Old Timers Hockey League

Stephen Forsey

York Region Lions Football Association

Jodi Tavares

York Sport & Social Club

robroberts_1969@yahoo.ca / 647-378-0720 www.yorkcurlingclub.ca / membership@yorkcurlingclub.ca / 905-898-2155 www.yorkoldtimershockeyleague.com / 905-727-3236 www.yorkregionfootball.com / info@yorkregionfootball.com / 416-660-0098 www.york.sportsocial.club / york@sportsocial.club / 416-781-GAME (4263)

York Simcoe Express (AAA Hockey) York Artistic Swimming Club

www.ysehockey.com Club

www.yorksynchro.com / inquiry@yorksynchro.com

CULTURAL ASSOCIATIONS Aurora Artists Studio Tour

Deborah Campo

www.aurorastudiotour.com / 905 727-1447

Aurora Community Band

Gord Shephard

www.auroracommunityband.ca / auroracommunityband@gmail.com

Aurora Cultural Centre

Suzanne Haines

www.auroraculturalcentre.ca / 905-713-1818

Aurora Film Circuit

Nelia Pacheco

www.aurorafilmcircuit.ca / aurorafilmcircuit@rogers.com

Aurora Historical Society

Kathleen Vahey

www.aurorahs.com / community@aurorahs.com / 905-727-8991

Borealis Big Band

Gord Shephard

www.borealisbigband.com / borealisbigband@gmail.com

Garden Aurora

Cindy Scythes

www.gardenaurora.ca / aurora@gardenontario.org / 905-713-6660

Ontario Registered Music Teachers Association (ORMTA)

Ron Spadafora

www.ormta.org / 705-267-1224

Photo Arts Club of Newmarket

Wendy Holden

www.PACN.ca / info@pacn.ca / 905-726-3749

Pine Tree Potters Guild

Studio

www.pinetreepotters.ca / 905-727-1278

Agnes Vallejo

www.dancescottish.ca / 905-841-2747

Society of York Region Artists (SOYRA) St. Andrew’s Scottish County Dance Group Theatre Aurora Wavestage Theatre Company

www.soyra.ca / soyra@soyra.ca Box Office Sarah Langford

York Chamber Ensemble Aurora York Harmony Chorus York Regional Police - Male Chorus, Pipes & Drums, Youth Band

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www.theatreaurora.com / taboxoffice@bellnet.ca / 905-727-3669 www.wavestagetheatre.com / info@wavestagetheatre.com / 416-629-8216 www.trinityaurora.ca / trinity@trinityaurora.ca / 905-727-6101

Cheryl Yaciuk Coordinator of Volunteer Services

Town of Aurora | Community Services | www.aurora.ca

www.yorkharmonychorus.ca / yhcprmarketing@gmail.com www.yrp.ca / volunteers@yrp.ca / 905-830-0303 ext. 2060/2794

Town of Aurora RECREATION JOBS

Summer Camp Staff

Aquatics Staff

Fitness Instructor

Program Leader

Join our team!

We have multiple opportunities available throughout the year within the following areas.

Aquatics | Fitness | Skate Patrollers | Preschool Children’s | Summer Camps | Youth | Adults | Older Adults Visit www.aurora.ca/jobs for more information about current Recreation jobs.

Presents

Aurora’s

RIBFEST

August 26 to 28, 2022 FRIDAY 4PM - 11PM

SATURDAY 11AM - 11PM

SUNDAY 11AM - 8PM

MACHELL PARK Fantastic Entertainment All Weekend Ribs, Roasted Corn, Beaver Tails & More!

aurora.ca/ribfest