Town of Aurora Fall 2023 Program Guide

TOWN OF

A U R O R A PROGRAM GUIDE Fall 2023

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MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR

MAYOR TOM MRAKAS

On behalf of Aurora Town Council, I am pleased to present you with the Fall 2023 Program Guide. Take a look through this easy-to-use guide and learn more about the programs and services our Town has to offer. There are several ways that you and your family can stay active and healthy throughout the fall.

The Town of Aurora offers residents and visitors so much to see and do all year long. Aurora holds a variety of special events throughout the year, and it has museums, art galleries and heritage sites to explore. And for nature lovers, there are extensive parks and trails. Aurora’s 100-acre Arboretum is a must-see destination!

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.

Get active at Club Aurora Fitness Centre and use the free Chartwell Walking Track, take a spin class or use the gym equipment – there are endless fitness options to choose from. For more information, visit aurora.ca/clubaurora.

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/programguide.

Sincerely,

Mayor Tom Mrakas

Aurora Town Hall, 100 John West Way, Box 1000, Aurora,Program ON L4GGuide 6J1 | Fall 2023 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

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Desjardins Days & Female Leadership Course

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Facility Sponsorship

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Special Events

ON THE COVER

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10 Aurora Town Square 11 Aurora Museum & Archives 12 Aurora Cultural Centre 18 Aurora Public Library 64 Family Drop-In Activities 65 Skating Activities 73 Aurora Seniors Centre 74 Facility Bookings 75 Parks & Trails 79 Community Directory

FITNESS & WELLNESS 23 Club Aurora Memberships 24 Club Aurora Group Fitness Classes 26 Fitness Registered Programs 28 Squash 29 Personal Training

AQUATICS 31 Public Swim Schedules 32 General Aquatic Information 33 Learn To Swim 42 Aquatic Leadership Programs

PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS 45 Preschool Programs

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS 49 Children’s Programs 53 P.A. Day Camps & Winterfest Camps 54 Holiday Programs

INCLUSION SERVICES 55 Inclusion Services

PICKLEBALL LEAGUES & LESSONS

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

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 ATS – Aurora Town Square 50 Victoria St.

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

Note: Additional locations will be listed within the program guide.

SARC – Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex 1400 Wellington St. E. Virtual Programs Online

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.

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YOUTH PROGRAMS

www.aurora.ca/eplay

905-841-7529 905-726-4770

rleisure@aurora.ca

AFLC SARC

59 Youth Drop-In Activities 60 Youth Programs

ADULT & OLDER ADULT PROGRAMS 67 Adult & Older Adult Programs 2

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

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REGISTRATION INFORMATION

www.aurora.ca/programguide

www.aurora.ca/eplay

View Program Guide Online

Register Online

REGISTRATION DATES PROGRAMS & REGISTRATION DATES Online & In-Person

RECREATION & AQUATIC LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS Residents August 14

Non-Residents August 21

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

AQUATIC LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAMS Residents August 23

Non-Residents August 30

Note: We do not accept telephone registrations.

HOW TO REGISTER REGISTER ONLINE

ONLINE REGISTRATION

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

• Go to the www.aurora.ca/programguide website.

• View the interactive virtual Program Guide online.

• Click on the Code # for the program of your choice.

• You will automatically be directed to our e-PLAY online registration system.

• Click on Enroll Now and sign into your account to Register Online.

NOTE

• Online registration starts at 6:00am on the first day of registration.

• When using the e-PLAY website, you can search by code # or program name.

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

• Register in-person at one of our recreation facilities (AFLC or SARC).

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.

STRONACH AURORA RECREATION COMPLEX Renovations & Addition

Note: Portions of the SARC will be under construction. As a result, you may encounter hoarding, noise and dust as you enter the building. This will not affect the safety of participants or the quality of our programs.

Fee Assistance in Recreation This is a confidential fee assistance program.

Qualifying residents may receive up to $250 per person/per year. www.aurora.ca/fairaccess Program Guide | Fall 2023

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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 $55.50 (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 $24.25 administration fee.

After 1st class, before 2nd class.

Prorated refund, less the $24.25 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.

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.

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

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.

Note: For cancellation information, please visit www.aurora.ca/notices.

Membership Refunds See Club Aurora Memberships page for refund information.

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

Desjardins Days The fun continues!

aurora.ca/desjardinsdays We reserve the right to cancel, amend or change activities.

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 who 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!

Enrol now!

To learn more, contact Hailey Jones at hjones@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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COMMUNITY MARKETPLACE

FALL PROGRAMS FOR AGES 4-18

Kinder

Junior/Intermediate

Teen

Drama

non-musical

Register today 905-713-1040

marqueetp.com

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SPECIAL EVENTS

MARK THESE DATES Aurora’s Multicultural Festival

Saturday, September 23  Cultural Performances  Family Activities  Culinary Experiences www.aurora.ca/multiculturalfestival

Culture Days

Saturday, September 23 to Sunday, October 15  Cultural Performances and Experiences  Family Activities www.aurora.ca/culturedays

Colours of Fall Concert

Thursday, October 5  Pumpkin Carving  Corn Roast  Great Entertainment www.aurora.ca/fallconcert

Aurora’s Haunted Forest

Saturday, October 28  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 25  Marching Bands  Collection of Letters to Santa  Festive Floats www.aurora.ca/santaparade

Aurora’s Christmas Market

December 1 to 3 and December 8 to 10  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 Friday, October 13. www.aurora.ca/christmasmarket

Menorah Lighting Ceremony

December 2023  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

COMING

SOON

Stay up-to-date on this new, dynamic community facility and vibrant outdoor square with our monthly newsletter engageaurora.ca/auroratownsquare

LET'S CONNECT @AuroraTownSquare @AuroraTownSquare @AuroraSquare 10

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AURORA MUSEUM & ARCHIVES

Discover the History of the

Aurora Horse Show

Aurora Horse Show, Town Park, Aurora Museum & Archives (2023.4)

The Aurora Horse Show was an annual destination event for the Town that thrilled guests and competitors for decades. The Aurora Museum & Archives is proud to present our new eBook that tracks the history of the Aurora Horse Show from its origins, through decades of prestige, and untimely end. Let stunning photographs, archival material, and captivating narratives transport you to a time when hoof-beats and champion breeds filled the Town.

Read the eBook now by scanning the QR code or visiting auroramuseum.ca

Reach out by email or phone – we are always interested in your story. www.auroramuseum.ca

museum@aurora.ca

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AURORA CULTURAL CENTRE

Voices of the World

Phase One: In the Community A dynamic mix of folk, jazz, pop and classical music, with a halfdozen Aurora debuts along with some familiar faces.

The Aurora Cultural Centre gratefully acknowledges funding from:

For concerts through December 31, 2023.

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

Find us out and about town!

Classes, gallery exhibitions and performing arts are offered offsite and in the virtual space.

While the Town of Aurora’s Town Square construction project is well underway, we will continue to work offsite for the duration of the project. For information about Town Square, please visit: www.EngageAurora.ca/AuroraTownSquare The Centre’s Art Galleries, Educational Programs and Administrative Offices have all moved to Aurora Town Hall, 100 John West Way, Aurora, ON. Arts classes, workshops and performing arts events are currently presented at venues throughout Aurora, including CFWI Aurora Armoury.

Please see location information for each program.

Visit AuroraCulturalCentre.ca for up-to-date program information.

Joe Sealy

Supporting Artist: Thompson Egbo-Egbo Jazz piano magic

October 20, 2023 @7:30 pm Location: Trinity Anglican Church, Aurora $

40 (HST INCL)

Basia Bulat

Dreamy folk pop November 4, 2023 @7:30 pm Location: NC Aurora Armoury

50 (HST INCL)

$

GREAT ARTIST MUSIC SERIES

Philip Chiu

Classical solo piano November 16, 2023 Pre-concert talk @6:30 pm Concert @7:30 pm Location: Trinity Anglican Church, Aurora

$

35 (HST INCL)

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

Celtic folk poet storyteller November 24, 2023 @7:30 pm Location: NC Aurora Armoury

$

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

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40 (HST INCL)

AuroraCulturalCentre.ca • 905 713 1818

AURORA CULTURAL CENTRE

Voices of the World

Phase One: In the Community Windborne

Supporting Artist: Freeplay A cappella vocal quartet December 2, 2023 @7:30 pm Location: NC Aurora Armoury

$

30

The Last Waltz All-star Band tribute

January 19, 2024 @7:30 pm Location: Visit AuroraCulturalCentre.ca for up-to-date information

50 (HST INCL)

$

(HST INCL)

FAMILY SHOW!

Ariko

French folk family band December 16, 2023 @11:00 am Location: NC Aurora Armoury

15 (HST INCL)

$

Elizabeth Shepherd

Supporting Artist: Charlotte McAfee-Bruner Women jazz innovators

January 27, 2024 @7:30 pm Location: Visit AuroraCulturalCentre.ca for up-to-date information

$

30 (HST INCL)

FAMILY PACKAGE - 4 TICKETS FOR THE PRICE OF 3!

Curate your own voyage with the

Voices of the World Passport Subscription Purchase any 3 or more shows* and save 15%!

(*excluding Family Series performance)

Subscriptions now on sale • Single tickets on sale September 5, 2023 All tickets include HST

Discount applied at time of checkout.

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AURORA CULTURAL CENTRE

Gallery

Alchemy (2023), Vicky Talwar, Acrylic and mixed media on canvas, 30 x 70 in, triptych

AI rendered response to “Perennial Darkness” generated by DALL·E mini

A Path to Totality

Perennial Darkness

September 9 – November 18, 2023

December 2, 2023 – January 27, 2024

Location: Aurora Town Hall, 2nd floor, 100 John West Way

Location: Aurora Town Hall, 2nd floor, 100 John West Way

The Aurora Cultural Centre is excited to welcome interdisciplinary artist Vicky Talwar into our gallery space. A recent MFA grad from OCADU, Talwar has achieved booming success as an artist with recent solo exhibitions at Station Gallery, Latcham Art Centre, as well as representation in multiple group exhibitions alongside her dedicated role as an art teacher.

December is our darkest month of the year with under 280 hours of daylight out of the 744 hours that make up the entire month. Reflecting on the renewal of earlier sunsets and later sunrises; our perennial period of darkness; we ask artists to submit work that depicts, celebrates, or is inspired/ influenced by the darkness of night. Artwork with literal and abstract interpretations of the theme will be considered so long as it can be connected in your artist statement.

A solo exhibition by Vicky Talwar

A Path to Totality presents a stream of recent and familiar works by Talwar. Through painting, mixed media, performance, and installation, Talwar meditates upon her personal experience as a Hindu Canadian, delving deep into themes of cultural disruption, diaspora, spirituality, self-identity, and healing.

Exhibition Programming:

Opening Reception: Thursday, September 14, 7–9 pm

Open call group exhibition

Submissions now open through October 22, 2023 at AuroraCulturalCentre.ca Please note that our exhibitions are offfsite in our temporary gallery at Aurora Town Hall. To plan your visit, please go to: AuroraCulturalCentre.ca/gallery-exhibitions/

Free Drop-in Workshop: Make Your Own Mandala from Found Objects Saturday, October 14, 12 - 3 pm

ArtBytes generously supported by Program Sponsor

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

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AURORA CULTURAL CENTRE

Fall Classes & Workshops Fall Education programs open for registration on August 8, 2023 at AuroraCulturalCentre.ca Children & Teens

Around the World with Art with Karen Johnston (B.F.A, RECE)

PA Day Programs

Ages 7 – 10 Saturdays • 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

September 22, October 20, November 17

After School Classes for Children

September 30 – November 25 Skip October 7 for Thanksgiving weekend

You Can Uke It! with Anthony Clayton

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.

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.

(B.A. Hons., B.Ed., Orff)

Location: Aurora Public Library

8 weeks

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

Location: Aurora Town Hall

Ages 4 – 12 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

$

A Journey Through Art & Time with Karen Johnston (B.F.A, RECE) Ages 4 – 6 Saturdays • 9:00 am – 11:00 am September 30 – November 25 Skip October 7 for Thanksgiving weekend 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!

8 weeks

200

$

Famous Artists & Their Styles with Karen Johnston (B.F.A, RECE) Ages 11 – 15 Saturdays • 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

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.

200

$

Location: Aurora Town Hall

200

$

Location: Aurora Town Hall

Visual arts classes for children include:

September 27 – November 15

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.

8 weeks

130

$

Location: Aurora Town Hall

September 30 – November 25 Skip October 7 for Thanksgiving weekend

8 weeks

Ages 8+ Wednesdays • 4:30 pm – 5:45 pm Beginners

• All tools and materials • End-of session art show • Free tote bag to take your art projects home in • Free t-shirt for messy fun!

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

Comic Drawing with Jan Dolby (B.F.A.)  @jandolby_artist

Ages 7 to 10 Mondays • 4:30 pm – 5:45 pm September 25 – November 20 Skip October 9 for Thanksgiving weekend

A fun series of basic lessons to help you with arranging characters, settings and speech bubbles inside a panel. Select the right tools for your project, exploring style and illustrating stories.

8 weeks

200

$

Location: Aurora Town Hall

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Fall Classes & Workshops Classes for Adults (16+)

Start Painting Now with Acrylics with Francesa Pasubio (B.A.)

Beginning Guitar with Anthony Clayton

Wood Carving with Arnold Coch (Master carver)

 @franlovesart

Wednesdays • 8:15 pm – 9:30 pm

Tuesdays • 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm

September 27 – November 15

September 26 – November 14

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. $ 150 (HST INCL) 8 weeks

Mondays • 6:30 – 9:00 pm September 25 – November 6 Skip October 9 for Thanksgiving weekend

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.

6 weeks $ 190 (HST INCL) • Plus $80 (HST INCL) materials fee payable to instructor at first class.

Location: Aurora Town Hall

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

Mondays • 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm November 13 – December 11

Sharpen your pencils and discover the basics of drawing and sketching, including fundamental perspective rules, composition, design, and shading. $ 170 (HST INCL) 5 weeks Location: Aurora Town Hall

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. $ 200 (HST INCL) 8 weeks Location: Aurora Town Hall

Location: Aurora Town Hall

Exploring Watercolours (Intermediate/Advanced) with Kathryn Christensen

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

(B.F.A.)

Tuesdays • 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Develop the essentials of watercolour painting, including composition, brush work, and use of colour. $ 245 (HST INCL) 8 weeks

September 26 – November 14

Discover unlimited stylistic and expressive possibilities in this acrylics class for the more advanced artist. $ 245 (HST INCL) 8 weeks Location: Aurora Town Hall

Ukulele for Beginners with Anthony Clayton

Wednesdays • 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm September 27 – November 15

Location: Aurora Town Hall

Watercolours: Basics & Beyond with Karen Levert (B.A.A.)  @kleverwatercolours

(B.A. Hons., B.Ed., Orff)

Thursdays • 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Wednesdays • 6:30 pm – 7:45 pm

September 28 – November 16

September 27 – November 15

In this beginner class students will work with the beautiful medium of watercolours through demonstrations, exercises, and paintings. $ 245 (HST INCL) 8 weeks

Want to get happy? Learn to play the oh-so-hip ukulele! Come to this ground level introductory course – no musical theory required. $ 150 (HST INCL) 8 weeks Location: Aurora Town Hall

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

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Location: Aurora Town Hall

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AURORA CULTURAL CENTRE

Fall Classes & Workshops Adult One-Day Workshops Crepe Paper Flowers with Jessie Chiu  @jessieatcraftedtobloom Sunday, November 26 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Channel the holidays by creating elegant and timeless paper florals that will last for multiple seasons. Use your skills to create gift toppers, to centerpieces, and more! All materials provided upon payment of Bring a pair of sharptipped scissors.

Location: Aurora Town Hall

70 (HST INCL) • Plus $15 (HST INCL)

$

materials fee payable to instructor at first class.

Pointed Pen Calligraphy with Salman Khattak  @salmankhattak Saturday, November 19 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Have you always admired beautiful handwriting and wanted to know how to achieve it? Then this beginner’s workshop is for you! In this workshop complete with handouts, you will be learning about Gothic calligraphy styles, a family of lettering that produce bold and dramatic compositions. Your cards and invitations will take on a whole new flair!

Photographing Nature with Steve Somerville

Relief Printmaking with Katie Argyle

Sunday, October 1 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Sunday, December 10 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Students will photograph elements of nature outside, and then return inside to review their images with classmates. Indoor photography projects are an option dependent on weather. This class is intended for both DSLR and smartphone users and can be tailored to your personal interests and aims.

Joyfully dive in and get your hands dirty in this introduction to relief printmaking. Participants will learn how to create, carve, and print your own linocut. Your hand carved linoleum block can be used for many projects including cards, t-shirts, quilting squares tea towels wall art, and much more. Tools, paper and ink will be supplied.

Location: Aurora Town Hall

Location: Aurora Town Hall

90 (HST INCL)

$

$

Painterly Printmaking with Katie Argyle

75 (HST INCL) • Plus $15 (HST INCL)

materials fee payable to instructor at first class.

Sunday, December 3 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Community Events

Learn to make monotypes, playful one-off prints made by drawing, wiping and/or painting on a smooth, non-absorbent surface such as plexiglas or acrylic sheet with ink. The images can only be printed once but sometimes a second one can be pulled creating a compelling ghost print. Students will use a portable printing press during the workshop. Paper, rollers and ink are supplied. Bring your own brushes.

Paint-Along One-Day Workshops with Kimberly Smith

Location: Aurora Town Hall

75 (HST INCL) • Plus $15 (HST INCL)

$

materials fee payable to instructor at first class.

Two Dates!

Sunday, October 15 Sunday, December 17

Whether you’re an artist or just someone looking to try something new, this event is for you. Our experienced artist and art instructor Kimberley will guide you through creating a beautiful painting from start to finish, no matter your skill level.

Fee and location: Visit AuroraCulturalCentre.ca for up-to-date information

Location: Aurora Town Hall

100 (HST INCL) • Plus $20 (HST INCL)

$

materials fee payable to instructor at first class.

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

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AURORA PUBLIC LIBRARY

READ

TALES FOR TWOS AND THREES Mondays | 10:30am | Living Room Books, songs and playtime for your little one.

BABY AND TODDLER STORYTIME Tuesdays | 10:30am | Living Room Get ready to bounce, giggle and read.

FAMILY STORYTIME Wednesdays & Saturdays | 10:30am | Living Room Join us for books, rhymes and lots of fun.

TIME FOR TODDLERS Thursdays | 10:00am | Living Room Movement, rhythm and reading - perfect for little ones.

SONG AND DANCE TIME Thursdays | 11:00am | Living Room Music and movement for preschoolers.

BABY STORYTIME Fridays | 10:30am | Living Room Songs, stories, rhymes and more in this storytime just for babies.

PA DAY FUN Drop in Fri | Sept 22, Oct 20, Nov 17 | 2:30pm | Optimist Room Fun activities to entertain your family on this day away from school.

GAME NIGHT (7+) Drop in Mondays | 7:00 - 8:00pm | Creative Studio Play some games and make new friends.

COOL COLOURS ONLINE READING CLUB (0 - 12) Sept 1 - Dec 31 Read books and do cozy activities. Track the books you read, write reviews and complete activities to win prizes. Register at aurorapl.beanstack.org 18

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COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY FAIR Monday October 2 | 4:00 - 7:00pm | Living Room Meet representatives from local and international institutions. Register at aurorapl.ca MEET, CHAT AND STITCH Drop in Wed | Aug 16, Sept 13, Oct 11, Nov 8 | 4:00 -5:00pm Creative Studio Meet and chat with other teen stitchers.

TEEN HUB Drop in Mondays | 3:00 - 5:00pm | Multi-Use Room Check out this space where you can study, play games and ask for assistance! Free snacks provided.

APL ACTS OF KINDNESS Fri | Aug 25, Sept 29, Oct 27, Nov 24 | 4:00 - 5:00pm Creative Studio Earn volunteer hours by giving back to your community.

To register, email ya@aurorapl.ca TEEN ADVISORY GROUP (TAG) Thurs | Aug 10, Sept 14, Oct 12, Nov 9 | 4:00 - 5:00pm Multi-Use Room Local teens can earn volunteer hours by contributing fresh ideas for our YA programs and collections.

To register, email ya@aurorapl.ca 100 BOOKS BEFORE GRADUATION Expand your reading, get book suggestions and work your way to reading 100 Books Before Graduation.

Register at aurorapl.beanstack.org READ WOKE Arm yourself with knowledge, expand your vision of others and heighten your awareness of issues of racial and social injustice. Register at aurorapl.beanstack.org FALL IN LOVE WITH YA ONLINE READING CHALLENGE (13 - 17) Sept 1 - Dec 31 Don’t let “back to school” ruin your reading streak.

Track the books you read, write reviews and complete activities to win prizes.

Register at aurorapl.beanstack.org

AURORA PUBLIC LIBRARY APL BOOK CLUB Wed | Sept 27, Oct 25, Nov 29 | 7:00pm Join us for an engaging online Book Club discussion.

To reserve your book, register at aurorapl.ca FEMINIST BOOK CLUB Tues | Aug 8, Sept 12, Oct 10, Nov 14 | 7:00pm A discussion of a new book or film every month that explores feminist themes through a wide array of genres. Register at aurorapl.ca FALL SWEET READING CHALLENGE Sept 1 - Dec 31 Books go well with pumpkin spice. Track the books you read, write reviews and complete activities to win prizes. Register at aurorapl.beanstack.org READERS’ ADVISORY SERVICE Tell us what you like by filling out a readers’ advisory form at bit.ly/3LKu94w and we will email you a list of book suggestions that we think you will enjoy.

TUESDAY PHILOSOPHY CLUB Tues | Sept 26, Oct 24, Nov 28, Dec 19 | 7:00pm Engage your brain and practice critical thinking while exploring a new topic each month.

Register at aurorapl.ca In partnership with The Aurora Philosophy Institute (API).

KAHOOT TRIVIA CHALLENGE Sundays | 10:00am Make your way through 20 themed trivia questions and test your knowledge. The challenge will be live Sun - Fri (12pm); winners announced Friday at 4pm.

PRACTICING MEDITATION Sat | Sept 16, Oct 21, Nov 18, Dec 16 | 11:00am Learn basic techniques that you can use to de-stress and combat anxiety. Register at aurorapl.ca TAKE & MAKES (13+) Bi-weekly | Kits are limited Experience what the Creative Studio has to offer with these take home kits.

Place a hold at bit.ly/40OUPFC CREATIVE STUDIO Innovate, collaborate or make your side hustle a reality.

Learn to 3D print, create a one of kind cake topper with the laser cutter, get crafty with the Cricut Maker or repair a ripped seam with a sewing machine. Register for a workshop or just drop in. All tools are free to use.

Aurora Public Library Fall Book Sale Fri & Sat | Nov 17 - 18 10am - 4:30pm | Magna Room Come in and grab some great reads at rock bo�om prices!

BABY CAFÉ Thurs | Sept 21, Oct 19, Nov 16, Dec 21 10:30 - 11:30am | Magna Room Hands-on gentle movements to enhance your baby’s well-being followed by a discussion led by an Early Learning Specialist. Register at bit.ly/3YSi7d7 In partnership with EarlyON Child & Family Centres Aurora.

WINTERIZE YOUR LAWN AND GARDEN Thursday Oct 5 | 6:30 - 8:00pm Learn what to do this fall to give your lawn and garden a head start next spring.

Register at bit.ly/3YWLJqj In partnership with Toronto and Region Conservation Authority.

DEATH CAFÉ Thursday Sept 28 | 7:00 - 8:30pm | Magna Room Gather with people of all ages, demographics and belief systems and talk about death in a safe and relaxed setting. Register at bit.ly/3ZHryvR In partnership with Hope House Community Hospice.

YORK REGION

support meeting

second monday of every month 7:00pm

social fourth wednesday of every month 7:00pm | Magna Room Signup through Pflag at bit.ly/3TFHgFd

everyone is welcome parents, kids, youth, allies, LGBTQ2 community Program Guide | Fall 2023

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AURORA PUBLIC LIBRARY ENGLISH CONVERSATION MEETUP Practice English in everyday conversation.

Each meetup features a different theme.

All levels of spoken English are welcome.

In-person | Wednesdays Sept 13, Oct 11, Nov 8, Dec 13 2:00 – 3:00pm l Multi-Use Room Register at bit.ly/3k0SR5D

For a full list of our programs visit aurorapl.ca ENTERPRISING CAREERS FOR WOMEN (18+) Fri | Oct 6 (orientation) Fri | Oct 13 - Dec 15 | 10:00am - 12:00pm | Multi-Use Room Build your self-confidence and work with a career coach.

Register at wcyr.ca/registration

Virtual | Wednesdays Sept 20, Oct 18, Nov 15, Dec 20 10:30 – 11:30am Register at bit.ly/3YuSDTg

In partnership with Women’s Centre of York Region

SETTLEMENT WORKER Drop in Tues | Sept 19, Oct 17, Nov 21, Dec 19 1:00 - 4:30pm | Living Room Help for new Canadians with referrals on language training, employment, housing, health care, citizenship and more.

For more information, email Nelia at npacheco@aurorapl.ca NEWCOMER BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP Wed | Sept 27, Oct 25, Nov 22 | 7:00 - 8:30pm Practice your English listening, reading and conversational skills. All levels welcome!

To register email LSP@ccsyr.org; Call/Text (416) 258-9015.

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

JUST 4 YOU (Monthly Women’s Meetup) Tues | Sept 12, Oct 10, Nov 14, Dec 12 10:00 - 11:00am | Magna Room A space for new and long-time residents to build friendships, learn something new and have fun.

Guest speakers and hands-on activities.

Register at bit.ly/3YxV9Iv

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

TAX BENEFITS AND CREDITS Learn about the Canadian tax system and your elegible benefits and credits.

NEWCOMERS TO CANADA

Thursday Oct 26 | 2:30 - 3:30pm Register at bit.ly/3GDGKnh MODEST INCOME INDIVIDUALS

Thursday Nov 23 | 2:30 - 3:30pm Register at bit.ly/3UyAcft In partnership with Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

INCONVENIENT INDIAN FILM SCREENING SAT SEPT 30 | All Day Register for link at bit.ly/42GMYv2

FILM DISCUSSION Facilitated by Nelia Pacheco TUES OCT 3 | 7:00 pm | Multi-Use Room Tickets at bit.ly/3pxBAn8

In this �me of radical change and essen�al re-examina�on, Inconvenient Indian brings to life Thomas King’s brilliant dismantling of North America’s colonial narra�ve, reframing this history with the powerful voices of those con�nuing the tradi�on of Indigenous resistance.

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AURORA PUBLIC LIBRARY National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

BIRTH Totems Storytelling | Drawing Workshop

SAT SEPT 30 | 10:30 -11:30 AM Magna Room | Register at bit.ly/41aSpID Todd Jamieson of the Oneida Na�on of the Thames leads par�cipants in crea�ng their own woodlands-style drawing based on their personal Birth Totem.

Materials will be provided or feel free to bring your own.

On e Book

One Aurora

FINDING EDWARD

The 2023 OneBookOneAurora selection is Finding Edward by author Sheila Murray. Read the book and participate in special events!

ABOUT THE BOOK In her debut novel, Finding Edward, Sheila Murray tells the story of Cyril Rowntree, a young man who moves from Jamaica to Toronto in 2012, and experiences being radicalized in a new land. As he searches for his own story he uncovers hidden parts of Canada’s Black history. Sheila Murray has worked as a documentary filmmaker and television sound editor. She now leads a grassroots, volunteer-driven ini�a�ve that engages urban residents in adap�ng to local climate change impacts.

Finding Edward was a finalist for the 2022 Governor General’s Literary Award.

ATTEND AN EVENT FINDING HOME With Aurora historian, Jacqueline Stuart Thurs Sept 21 | 7:00 – 8:00pm FINDING CREATIVE SPIRIT IN HISTORY Wri�ng workshop with Marnie Maguire Sat Sept 30 | 1:30pm – 3:00pm

SOUNDS OF REGGAE Live music with Glenn Marais & Craig Riley Sat Sept 30 | 2:00 – 2:30pm

Grand Finale!

MEET AUTHOR SHEILA MURRAY Conversa�on l Reading l Q&A Sat Oct 21 | 2:00 pm

For the full event lis�ngs and to register, visit onebookoneaurora.com

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

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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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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, an annual 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

Resident $39.75 $31.75

MONTHLY Non-Resident $49.69 $39.69

Resident $457.90 $366.10

ANNUAL Non-Resident $572.38 $457.63

One Visit $8.70 $6.70

DROP-IN FEE 10 Visits $69.90/10 $53.60/10

Equipment & Weights Package

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

PACKAGE Age Category Adult Youth / Older Adult

Resident $33.70 $27.00

MONTHLY Non-Resident $42.13 $33.75

Resident $388.66 $311.15

ANNUAL Non-Resident $485.83 $388.94

One Visit $8.70 $6.70

DROP-IN FEE 10 Visits $69.90/10 $53.60/10

One Visit $8.70 $6.70

DROP-IN FEE 10 Visits $69.90/10 $53.60/10

Group Fitness & Aquafitness Package

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

PACKAGE Age Category Adult Youth / Older Adult

Resident $33.25 $26.43

MONTHLY Non-Resident $41.56 $33.03

Resident $406.53 $325.65

ANNUAL Non-Resident $508.16 $407.06

Squash Package

Includes unlimited use of the squash courts, no court fees, seven day advanced online registration for prime time and 2 nights (Mon and Wed) of house league.

PACKAGE Age Category

MONTHLY Resident Non-Resident

Resident

ANNUAL Non-Resident

Adult

$40.30

$50.38

$464.50

$580.63

Youth / Older Adult

$32.25

$40.31

$371.60

$464.50

DROP-IN FEE Prime Non-Prime $10.45/1 $6.00/1 $83.60/10 $48.00/10 $8.36/1 $4.80/1 $66.88/10 38.40/10

Pool Package

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

PACKAGE Age Category Adult Older Adult Youth

Resident $18.30 $14.70 $14.70

MONTHLY Non-Resident $22.88 $18.38 $18.38

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

Youth – 12 to 17 years Adult – 18+ years Older Adult – 55+ years

Resident $210.90 $169.40 $169.40

ANNUAL Non-Resident $263.63 $211.75 $211.75

One Visit $4.50 $3.70 $3.00

DROP-IN FEE 10 Visits $36.00/10 $29.60/10 $24.00/10

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 Annual 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 – 6:00am to 10:00pm • Thursday – 6:00am to 9:00pm Friday – 6:00am to 9:00pm • Saturday & Sunday – 7:45am to 5:00pm

GROUP FITNESS CLASSES – SCHEDULES

FALL: Group Fitness Schedule – September 5 to December 22, 2023 HOLIDAY: Group Fitness Schedule – December 23, 2023 to January 5, 2024 Group Fitness Class Schedules are available at all Recreation Facilities and online at www.aurora.ca/fitnessclasses

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.

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 DANCE

Get your groove on with Cardio Dance. This class offers a variety of dance styles and mini routines, that are easy to follow with lots of options. Work at your own intensity but most of all just have fun.

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.

MUSCLE FUSION

A fun dynamic class that combines, strength, agility, balance and core exercises to improve your functional fitness.

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P90X

This class is a training system which highlights the principle of “muscle confusion” and complex moves (combining muscle groups). Choreographed to music, moves are timed so that participants can do as many repetitions of the move as they are capable, working at their own pace with the fun of being in a group.

PIYO®

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.

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

This program is mandatory for 12 to 13 year olds who wish to obtain a fitness membership and exercise independently at Club Aurora. www.aurora.ca/fitclub Program Guide | Fall 2023

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FITNESS REGISTERED PROGRAMS 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

DATE

TIME

Thu

Sept 14

1:55pm – 2:40pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $86.80/14 Older Adult 28860 $108.50/14 Adult

BARRE Age: 14+ years Location: AFLC 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.

DAY

DATE

TIME

Wed

Sept 13

5:15pm – 6:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $69.20/8 Member 28861 $83.04/8 Non-Member

PILATES Age: 14+ years Location: AFLC Lind Realty Team Fitness Studio Pilates is a highly effective way to shape up, slim down and feel great.

It is a contemporary approach to mind/body exercise. The emphasis on movement quality, posture and breathing, makes Pilates a safe, challenging and revitalizing workout.

DAY

DATE

TIME

Wed

Sept 20 7:30pm – 8:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $86.50/10 Member 28867 $103.80/10 Non-Member

SILVER SPINNERS CYCLEFIT Age: 55+ years Location: AFLC 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 12 10:30am – 11:00am

FEE/CLASS CODE FREE/12 Member 28862 $64.20/12 Non-Member

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

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STRICTLY BEGINNER CYCLEFIT Age: 14+ years Location: AFLC 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.

DAY

DATE

TIME

Wed

Sept 13 10:00am – 10:45am

FEE/CLASS CODE FREE/12 Member 28863 $81.00/12 Non-Member

YOGA Age: 14+ years Location: Aurora Town Square 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 12

7:00pm – 8:00pm

Thu

Sept 14

7:00pm – 8:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $144.00/12 Member 28864 $172.80/12 Non-Member $144.00/12 Member 28865 $172.80/12 Non-Member

FITNESS REGISTERED PROGRAMS ZUMBA TONING Age: 14+ years Location: AFLC 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

Tue

Sept 12

TIME

FEE/CLASS CODE FREE/12 Member 10:20am – 11:05am 28866 $81.00/12 Non-Member

CLUB AURORA WELLNESS SERIES Featuring health and wellness topics!

FUN GUIDED HIKES Age: 18+ years Location: *Sheppard’s Bush ^Hadley Grange 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.

DAY Sat Sat

DATE Sept 23 Oct 21

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 9:00am – 10:15am $5.00/1 28868* 9:00am – 10:15am $5.00/1 28869^

THE CHARTWELL WALKING INDOOR TRACK Rain or shine, stay active indoors!

Club Aurora features a 90-metre indoor track with a rubberized sports surface. The track is free for all users and is open during facility operating hours.

www.aurora.ca/clubaurora

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SQUASH LEARN TO PLAY SQUASH Age: 8+ years • Levels: Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced • Location: AFLC Squash Courts 1, 2, 3, 4 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 Age: 18+ years • Level: Beginner • Location: AFLC Squash Courts 1, 2, 3, 4 This program is an introductory 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 who are new to the sport. Participants will be partnered with others of similar ability.

PROGRAM

START/END DATE

TIME

Beginner – Session 1

Thu Sept 14 to Oct 26

6:00pm – 7:00pm

Beginner – Session 2

Thu Nov 2 to Dec 14

6:00pm – 7:00pm

Intermediate – Session 1

Thu Sept 14 to Oct 26

7:00pm – 8:00pm

Intermediate – Session 2

Thu Nov 2 to Dec 14

7:00pm – 8:00pm

Advanced – Session 1

Sat Sept 16 to Nov 4

9:30am – 11:00am *No class on: Oct 7

Advanced – Session 2

Sat Nov 11 to Dec 9

9:30am – 11:00am

Beginner for Women – Session 1

Sun Sept 10 to Oct 29

Beginner for Women – Session 2

9:00am – 12:00pm *No class on: Oct 8

Sun Nov 5 to Dec 10

9:00am – 12:00pm

(split into 2 time slots, based on skill level) (split into 2 time slots, based on skill level)

FEE/CLASS $65.10/7 Member $78.15/7 Non-Member $65.10/7 Member $78.15/7 Non-Member $65.10/7 Member $78.15/7 Non-Member $65.10/7 Member $78.15/7 Non-Member $97.65/7 Member $117.20/7 Non-Member $69.75/5 Member $83.70/5 Non-Member $97.65/7 Member $117.20/7 Non-Member $83.70/6 Member $100.45/6 Non-Member

CODE 29035 29036 29038 29039 29040* 29041 29044* 29045

HOUSE LEAGUE Age: 14+ years • Levels: Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced • Location: AFLC Squash Courts 1, 2, 3, 4 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 their team. Play begins as early as 5:40pm and ends at 9:40pm.

ROUND ROBIN Age: 14+ years • Levels: Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced • Location: AFLC Squash Courts 1, 2, 3, 4 A fun, social, non-competitive opportunity to play squash games with players at all levels. A great opportunity for players to work on their game, help others improve or just get in a great workout.

NOTE: Members are entitled to seven-day advanced online registration for prime time and entitled to sign-up for two free nights (Mon and Wed) of house league. Members must pay applicable $41.62 fee for round robin play.

PROGRAM

START/END DATE

Squash House League

Mon Sept 11 to Dec 11

TIME 5:40pm – 9:40pm *No class on: Oct 9

Squash House League

Wed Sept 13 to Dec 13

5:40pm – 9:40pm

Round Robin

Fri Sept 15 to Dec 15

6:00pm – 8:00pm *No class on: Oct 6

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FEE/CLASS FREE/13 Member $119.62/13 Non-Member FREE/14 Member $125.62/14 Non-Member $41.62/13 Member $119.62/13 Non-Member

CODE 29046* 29047 29048*

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 $69.85 $163.50 $285.35 $540.80 $1061.45 MEMBER (per person) $52.90 $122.75 $213.30 $406.30 $751.25

NON-MEMBER $87.31 $204.38 $356.69 $676.00 $1326.81 NON-MEMBER (per person) $66.13 $153.44 $266.63 $507.88 $939.06

*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!

WWW.YORKSYNCHRO.COM

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

295

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WEEKLY Practices & Games from October-April.

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PUBLIC SWIM SCHEDULES AURORA FAMILY LEISURE COMPLEX

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

SEPTEMBER 18 - DECEMBER 22, 2023 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 2 to Dec 11 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 6 to Dec 8 8:00am - 9:30am 8:00am - 9:30am 1:30pm - 2:30pm* *Adapted Sensory Swim

STRONACH AURORA RECREATION COMPLEX

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

SILVER SWIMMERS LEISURE SWIM

SEPTEMBER 18 DECEMBER 22, 2023

11:00am - 11:30am 9:30am - 10:30am DAY 11:00am - 11:30am

11:00am - 11:30am

SARC POOL CLOSURE

September 5 to September 17, 2023

SARC Pool will be closed for annual maintenance.

View AFLC Pool revised swim schedule online at www.aurora.ca/aquatics.

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 Adult 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.

Adapted Sensory Swim - Public swim designed for individuals with exceptionalities to enjoy and experience swimming in a quieter environment. No music and minimal noise levels.

Mon & Wed Tue & Thu

LANE SWIM & LEISURE SWIM THERAPY POOL 7:30am - 9:00am 11:00am - 1:00pm 9:00pm - 10:30pm 7:30am - 9:00am 11:00am - 1:00pm 9:00pm - 10:30pm

Fri

7:30am - 9:00am 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) Under 4 Years • Free 4 to 17 Years • $3.00 per person (per visit) • $24.00 for 10 x visits Adult (18 to 54 years) • $4.50 per person (per visit) • $36.00 for 10 x visits Older Adult (55 years and older) • $3.70 per person (per visit) • $29.60 for 10 x visits SWIM SCHEDULES

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

HOLIDAY REVISED SCHEDULE

Winter Holiday Schedule: December 23, 2023 to January 5, 2024 Visit www.aurora.ca/aquatics for revised swim schedule.

DESJARDINS DAYS

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

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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 or credits 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.

www.aurora.ca/aquatics SWIM CANCELLATION DATES & TIMES September 5 to 17, 2023: 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 9, 2023: Thanksgiving Day holiday schedule will be in effect.

For more information regarding swim schedules, cancellations, closures, holiday hours and notice of service disruptions, please visit www.aurora.ca/aquatics

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LEARN TO SWIM

Town of Aurora

Town of Aurora

LEARN STRUCTURE LEARNTO TOSWIM SWIM PROGRAM PROGRAM STRUCTURE ages 1212 to to ages 17 17 years years

ages ages 1818years years++

ages years ages 1010 to to 1313 years

Teen 33 Teen

Adult Adult33

Recommended Recommended

Teen 22 Teen

Adult Adult22

Teen Teen 11

Adult11 Adult

Bronze Star Bronze Star

ages 6 to 1212 years ages 6 to years

Swimmer 9 -9 Swimmer Star Patrol Star Patrol Swimmer 8 -8 Swimmer Ranger Patrol Ranger Patrol

ages 3 to 5 years ages 3 to 5 years Preschool - STEP 5

Preschool - STEP 5

Preschool - STEP 4

Swimmer 7 Swimmer Rookie Patrol7 -

Preschool - STEP 3

Swimmer 6

Preschool - STEP 2

Swimmer 5

Preschool - STEP 1

Swimmer 4

Rookie Patrol

Preschool - STEP 4

Swimmer 6

Preschool - STEP 3 Preschool - STEP 2

Swimmer 5

Preschool - STEP 1

Swimmer 4

Swimmer 3

Swimmer 3

ages 4 months to 3 years

Swimmer 2

ages 4 months to 3 years Parent & Tot 1, 2, 3

Swimmer 2

Swimmer 1

Parent & Tot 1, 2, 3

Swimmer 1

Need a challenge?

ages 7 to 15 years

ages 7 to 15 years

Need ages 10 toa 16challenge? years aurora.ca/aquaticleadership ages 10 toSwimmer 16 years Fitness

* See Aquatic Leadership aurora.ca/aquaticleadership

Fitness Swimmer

* See Aquatic Leadership for more details.

for more details.

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LEARN TO SWIM 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. These activities and progressions are based on each child’s development, and we recommend parents register in the level appropriate to their child’s age.

Note: 1 guardian per child.

Location: SARC DAY Tue Thu Sat Sun Sun

DATE Oct 3 Oct 5 Oct 7 Oct 8 Oct 8

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

FEE/CLASS $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10

CODE 29051 29052 29053 29054 29055

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

Note: 1 guardian per child.

Location: SARC DAY Tue Thu Fri Sat Sat Sun Sun

DATE Oct 3 Oct 5 Oct 6 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 8 Oct 8

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

FEE/CLASS $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10

CODE 29056 29057 29058 29059 29060 29061 29062

PARENT & TOT 3 Age: 2 to 4 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. These activities and progressions are based on each child’s development and we recommend parents register in the level appropriate to their child’s age.

Note: 1 guardian per child.

PRESCHOOL – STEP 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.

Location: AFLC DAY Mon Tue Wed Fri Sat Sun

DATE Oct 2 Oct 3 Oct 4 Oct 6 Oct 7 Oct 8

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

FEE/CLASS $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10

CODE 28873 28874 28875 28876 28877 28878

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

FEE/CLASS $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10

CODE 29073 29074 29075 29076 29077 29078 29079 29080 29081 29082 29083 29084 29085 29086 29087 29088 29089 29090 29091 29092 29093 29094 29095 29096 29097

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

DATE Oct 2 Oct 2 Oct 3 Oct 3 Oct 3 Oct 4 Oct 4 Oct 5 Oct 5 Oct 5 Oct 5 Oct 6 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8

Parented Program Note: 1 guardian per child.

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

DATE Oct 3 Oct 3 Oct 4 Oct 5 Oct 5 Oct 6 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 8 Oct 8

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

FEE/CLASS $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10

CODE 29063 29064 29065 29066 29067 29068 29069 29070 29071 29072

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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.

LEARN TO SWIM PRESCHOOL – STEP 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.

Prerequisite: Preschool – Step 1 Location: AFLC DAY Mon Tue Wed Sat Sun

DATE Oct 2 Oct 3 Oct 4 Oct 7 Oct 8

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

FEE/CLASS $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10

CODE 28879 28880 28881 28882 28883

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

FEE/CLASS $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10

CODE 29102 29103 29104 29105 29106 29107 29108 29109 29110 29111 29112 29113 29114 29115 29116 29117 29118 29119 29120 29121 29122 29123 29124 29125

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

DATE Oct 2 Oct 2 Oct 3 Oct 3 Oct 4 Oct 4 Oct 4 Oct 5 Oct 5 Oct 5 Oct 6 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8

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.

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 aquatics@aurora.ca with your request.

PRESCHOOL – STEP 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.

Prerequisite: Preschool – Step 2 Location: AFLC DAY Mon Tue Wed Fri Sat Sun

DATE Oct 2 Oct 3 Oct 4 Oct 6 Oct 7 Oct 8

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

FEE/CLASS $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10

CODE 28884 28885 28886 28887 28888 28889

TIME 5:45pm – 6:15pm 6:15pm – 6:45pm 6:45pm – 7:15pm 5:30pm – 6:00pm 6:30pm – 7:00pm 5:45pm – 6:15pm 7:30pm – 8:00pm 5:00pm – 5:30pm 6:00pm – 6:30pm 7:00pm – 7:30pm 7:15pm – 7:45pm 9:00am – 9:30am 9:45am – 10:15am 10:30am – 11:00am 11:15am – 11:45am 12:00pm – 12:30pm 9:00am – 9:30am 10:30am – 11:00am 11:00am – 11:30am 11:30am – 12:00pm

FEE/CLASS $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10

CODE 29126 29127 29128 29129 29130 29131 29132 29133 29134 29135 29136 29137 29138 29139 29140 29141 29142 29143 29144 29145

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

DATE Oct 2 Oct 2 Oct 2 Oct 3 Oct 3 Oct 4 Oct 4 Oct 5 Oct 5 Oct 5 Oct 6 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8

LEARN TO SWIM PRESCHOOL – STEP 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.

Prerequisite: Preschool – Step 3

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 Mon Mon Mon Tue Tue Tue Wed Wed Fri Fri Sat Sat Sat Sun Sun Sun Sun Sun

DAY Tue Fri Sat Sun

DATE Oct 3 Oct 6 Oct 7 Oct 8

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

FEE/CLASS $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10

CODE 28890 28891 28892 28893

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

FEE/CLASS $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10

CODE 29146 29147 29148 29149 29150 29151 29152 29153 29154 29155 29156 29157 29158 29159

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

DATE Oct 2 Oct 3 Oct 3 Oct 4 Oct 5 Oct 5 Oct 6 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8

PRESCHOOL – STEP 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.

Prerequisite: Preschool – Step 4 Location: AFLC DAY Fri Sun

DATE Oct 6 Oct 8

TIME 5:00pm – 5:30pm 12:00pm – 12:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $101.00/10 28894 $101.00/10 28895

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

FEE/CLASS $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10

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

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

CODE 29160 29161 29162 29163 29164 29165 29166 29167 29168

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

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Location: AFLC DATE Oct 2 Oct 2 Oct 2 Oct 3 Oct 3 Oct 3 Oct 4 Oct 4 Oct 6 Oct 6 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8

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

FEE/CLASS $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10

CODE 28896 28897 28898 28899 28900 28901 28902 28903 28904 28905 28906 28907 28908 28909 28910 28911 28912 28913

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

FEE/CLASS $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10

CODE 29169 29170 29171 29172 29173 29174 29175 29176 29177 29178 29179 29180 29181 29182 29183 29184

Location: SARC DAY Mon Mon Wed Wed Fri Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat Sun Sun Sun Sun

DATE Oct 2 Oct 2 Oct 4 Oct 4 Oct 6 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8

LEARN TO SWIM 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).

Prerequisite: Preschool – Step 5 or Swimmer 1 Location: AFLC DAY Mon Mon Mon Tue Tue Tue Wed Wed Fri Fri Sat Sat Sun Sun Sun Sun

DATE Oct 2 Oct 2 Oct 2 Oct 3 Oct 3 Oct 3 Oct 4 Oct 4 Oct 6 Oct 6 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8

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

FEE/CLASS $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10

CODE 28914 28915 28916 28917 28918 28919 28920 28921 28922 28923 28924 28925 28926 28927 28928 28929

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

FEE/CLASS $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10 $101.00/10

CODE 29185 29186 29187 29188 29189 29190 29191 29192 29193 29194 29195 29196 29197 29198 29199 29200 29201

Location: SARC DAY Mon Mon Wed Wed Fri Fri Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat Sun Sun Sun Sun

DATE Oct 2 Oct 2 Oct 4 Oct 4 Oct 6 Oct 6 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8

LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAMS Learn to Swim Programs from other municipalities or organizations may differ from our swim program. Please register for a Swim Assessment to confirm the correct level prior to registering. Please visit www.aurora.ca/learntoswim for full details.

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.

Prerequisite: Swimmer 2 Location: AFLC DAY Mon Mon Mon Tue Tue Wed Wed Fri Sat Sun Sun Sun Sun Sun

DATE Oct 2 Oct 2 Oct 2 Oct 3 Oct 3 Oct 4 Oct 4 Oct 6 Oct 7 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8

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

FEE/CLASS $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10

CODE 28930 28931 28932 28933 28934 28935 28936 28937 28938 28939 28940 28941 28942 28943

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

FEE/CLASS $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10

CODE 29202 29203 29204 29205 29206 29207 29208 29209 29210 29211 29212

Location: SARC DAY Mon Wed Wed Fri Sat Sat Sat Sat Sun Sun Sun

DATE Oct 2 Oct 4 Oct 4 Oct 6 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8

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LEARN TO SWIM 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.

Prerequisite: Swimmer 3 Location: AFLC DAY Mon Tue Tue Wed Wed Fri Fri Sat Sun Sun Sun

DATE Oct 2 Oct 3 Oct 3 Oct 4 Oct 4 Oct 6 Oct 6 Oct 7 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8

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

FEE/CLASS $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10

CODE 28944 28945 28946 28947 28948 28949 28950 28951 28952 28953 28954

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

FEE/CLASS $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10

CODE 29213 29214 29215 29216 29217 29218 29219 29220 29221

Location: SARC DAY Mon Wed Fri Sat Sat Sat Sun Sun Sun

DATE Oct 2 Oct 4 Oct 6 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8

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.

Prerequisite: Swimmer 4 Location: AFLC DAY Mon Tue Wed Wed Fri Sat Sun

DATE Oct 2 Oct 3 Oct 4 Oct 4 Oct 6 Oct 7 Oct 8

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.

Prerequisite: Swimmer 5 Location: AFLC DAY Mon Tue Wed Fri Sat Sun

DATE Oct 2 Oct 3 Oct 4 Oct 6 Oct 7 Oct 8

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

FEE/CLASS $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10

CODE 28962 28963 28964 28965 28966 28967

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

FEE/CLASS $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10

CODE 29229 29230 29231 29232 29233 29234 29235

Location: SARC DAY Mon Wed Fri Sat Sat Sun Sun

DATE Oct 2 Oct 4 Oct 6 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 8 Oct 8

SPECIALTY – FAMILY SWIM LESSONS Age: 3 to 12 years Register for this time slot rather than a particular level. A real time saver for large families. Suitable for: Preschool – Steps 1 to 5 and Swimmer 1 to 6. Multiple levels may be combined into a class. Class sizes will vary. A maximum of 4 swimmers per class.

Location: AFLC DAY Fri Sat

DATE Oct 6 Oct 7

TIME 6:00pm – 6:30pm 12:30pm – 1:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $161.00/10 28968 $161.00/10 28969

TIME 9:30am – 10:00am

FEE/CLASS CODE $177.10/11 29236

Location: SARC DAY Sun

DATE Oct 8

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

FEE/CLASS $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10

CODE 28955 28956 28957 28958 28959 28960 28961

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.

Prerequisite: Swimmer 6

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

FEE/CLASS $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10 $115.00/10

CODE 29222 29223 29224 29225 29226 29227 29228

Location: SARC

Location: SARC DAY Mon Wed Fri Sat Sat Sun Sun

DATE Oct 2 Oct 4 Oct 6 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 8 Oct 8

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DAY Fri Sat Sun

DATE Oct 6 Oct 7 Oct 8

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

FEE/CLASS $137.00/10 $137.00/10 $137.00/10

CODE 29237 29238 29239

LEARN TO SWIM 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.

Prerequisite: Swimmer 7 – Rookie Patrol Location: SARC DAY Fri Sat Sun

DATE Oct 6 Oct 7 Oct 8

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

FEE/CLASS $137.00/10 $137.00/10 $137.00/10

CODE 29240 29241 29242

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.

Prerequisite: Swimmer 8 – Ranger Patrol Location: SARC DAY Fri Sat Sun

DATE Oct 6 Oct 7 Oct 8

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

FEE/CLASS $137.00/10 $137.00/10 $137.00/10

CODE 29243 29244 29245

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 DAY Fri Sat

DATE Oct 6 Oct 7

TIME 7:30pm – 8:45pm 9:00am – 10:15am

FEE/CLASS $153.00/10 $153.00/10

CODE 29246 29247

TEEN 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 Sun

DATE Oct 8

TIME 5:00pm – 5:45pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $130.00/10 28971

TIME 7:15pm – 8:00pm 7:45pm – 8:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $130.00/10 29248 $130.00/10 29249

Location: SARC DAY Mon Fri

DATE Oct 2 Oct 6

TEEN 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.

Prerequisite: Teen 1 or Swimmer 2 Location: AFLC DAY Sun

DATE Oct 8

TIME 5:00pm – 5:45pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $130.00/10 28972

TEEN 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.

Prerequisite: Teen 2 or Swimmer 4 Location: AFLC DAY Sun

DATE Oct 8

TIME 5:00pm – 5:45pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $130.00/10 28973

ADULT 1 Age: 18+ 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 6

TIME 8:00pm – 8:45pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $130.00/10 28974

TIME 7:15pm – 8:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $130.00/10 29250

Location: SARC DAY Wed

DATE Oct 4

ADULT 2 Age: 18+ 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.

Prerequisite: Teen/Adult 1 or Swimmer 2 Location: AFLC DAY Fri

DATE Oct 6

TIME 8:00pm – 8:45pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $130.00/10 28975

ADULT 3 Age: 18+ 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.

Prerequisite: Teen/Adult 2 or Swimmer 4 Location: AFLC DAY Fri

DATE Oct 6

TIME 8:00pm – 8:45pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $130.00/10 28976

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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 7 Oct 8

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

FEE/CLASS CODE $137.00/10 29251 $137.00/10 29252

Location: SARC – Green (12 to 13 years) DAY Fri Sat Sun

DATE Oct 6 Oct 7 Oct 8

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

FEE/CLASS $137.00/10 $137.00/10 $137.00/10

CODE 29253 29254 29255

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

DATE Oct 6 Oct 8

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

FEE/CLASS CODE $137.00/10 29256 $137.00/10 29257

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

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

DATE Oct 2 Oct 2 Oct 2 Oct 3 Oct 3 Oct 3 Oct 4 Oct 4 Oct 5 Oct 5 Oct 8

TIME 5:15pm – 5:45pm 5:30pm – 6:00pm 7:30pm – 8:00pm 5:00pm – 5:30pm 7:00pm – 7:30pm 7:30pm – 8:00pm 5:15pm – 5:45pm 7:30pm – 8:00pm 7:00pm – 7:30pm 7:30pm – 8:00pm 9:00am – 9:30am

FEE/CLASS $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10

CODE 29258 29259 29260 29261 29262 29263 29264 29265 29266 29267 29268

SEMI-PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS

To obtain a Semi-Private Swim lesson: 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 $24.20 per person per class.

Participants must be within 1 swim level of each other.

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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. Bronze Star and Aquatic Leadership certifications cannot be completed during a private swim lesson.

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

DATE Oct 2 Oct 2 Oct 2 Oct 2 Oct 2 Oct 2 Oct 2 Oct 2 Oct 2 Oct 3 Oct 3 Oct 3 Oct 3 Oct 3 Oct 4 Oct 4 Oct 4 Oct 4 Oct 4 Oct 4 Oct 4 Oct 4 Oct 4 Oct 6 Oct 6 Oct 6 Oct 6 Oct 6 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8 Oct 8

TIME 5:00pm – 5:30pm 5:15pm – 5:45pm 5:30pm – 6:00pm 5:45pm – 6:15pm 6:00pm – 6:30pm 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 6:00pm – 6:30pm 6:15pm – 6:45pm 6:30pm – 7:00pm 6:45pm – 7:15pm 7:00pm – 7:30pm 5:00pm – 5:30pm 5:30pm – 6:00pm 6:30pm – 7:00pm 7:00pm – 7:30pm 7:30pm – 8:00pm 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 10:00am – 10:30am 10:30am – 11:00am 11:00am – 11:30am 11:30am – 12:00pm 12:00pm – 12:30pm 12:15pm – 12:45pm 12:30pm – 1:00pm 3:00pm – 3:30pm 3:30pm – 4:00pm 4:00pm – 4:30pm 4:30pm – 5:00pm

FEE/CLASS $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10

CODE 28986 28987 28988 28989 28990 28991 28992 28993 28994 28995 28996 28997 28998 28999 29000 29001 29002 29003 29004 29005 29006 29007 29008 29009 29010 29011 29012 29013 29014 29015 29016 29017 29018 29019 29020 29021 29022 29023 29024 29025 29026 29027 29028 29029 29030 29031 29032 29033 29034

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

LEARN TO SWIM Location: SARC DAY Mon Wed Fri Fri Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat Sun Sun

DATE Oct 2 Oct 4 Oct 6 Oct 6 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 7 Oct 8 Oct 8

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

FEE/CLASS $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10 $285.00/10

CODE 29269 29270 29271 29272 29273 29274 29275 29276 29277 29278 29279 29280 29281 29282

INCLUSION SERVICES

INCLUSIVE SWIM LESSONS Age: 3+ years Inclusive Swim classes are specifically designed for swimmers with disabilities. Aquatic staff are available to facilitate participation in group swim lessons. The aquatic staff will maintain a one-to-one instructor to swimmer ratio. The aquatic staff may provide redirection for safety reasons or to provide time for sensory breaks.

Note: Please visit www.aurora.ca/inclusionservices to complete an Aquatic Intake Form. Registration for this program will close 7 days prior to the start date. Actual class time will be provided after registration is completed.

Location: AFLC – 30-Minute Class DAY Mon Wed

DATE Oct 2 Oct 4

TIME 5:00pm – 7:30pm 5:00pm – 7:30pm

Location: SARC – 30-Minute Class

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.

DAY Mon Wed Sat Sun

Inclusive Swim Lessons Integrated Aquatic classes are specifically designed for swimmers with disabilities. Aquatic staff are available to facilitate participation in group swim lessons. The aquatic staff will maintain a one-to-one instructor to swimmer ratio.

The aquatic staff may provide redirection for safety reasons or to provide time for sensory breaks.

Location: AFLC – 45-Minute Class

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.

NEW

Sensory Swim Drop-in

FEE/CLASS CODE $152.00/10 28977 $152.00/10 28978

DAY Mon Wed

DATE Oct 2 Oct 4 Oct 7 Oct 8 DATE Oct 2 Oct 4

TIME 5:15pm – 8:00pm 5:15pm – 8:00pm 9:00am – 12:30pm 9:00am – 12:30pm TIME 5:00pm – 7:30pm 5:00pm – 7:30pm

FEE/CLASS $152.00/10 $152.00/10 $152.00/10 $152.00/10

CODE 29283 29284 29285 29286

FEE/CLASS CODE $204.00/10 28979 $204.00/10 28980

Location: SARC – 45-Minute Class DAY Mon Wed Sat Sun

DATE Oct 2 Oct 4 Oct 7 Oct 8

TIME 5:15pm – 8:00pm 5:15pm – 8:00pm 9:00am – 12:30pm 9:00am – 12:30pm

FEE/CLASS $204.00/10 $204.00/10 $204.00/10 $204.00/10

CODE 29287 29288 29289 29290

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

Going swimming at an indoor or outdoor pool can be an overwhelming sensory experience for individuals with autism, sensory or other learning disabilities.

The Town of Aurora is proud to introduce a Sensory Swim geared towards those who have sensory sensitivity and would benefit from swimming in a pool environment with reduced sensory stimulus.

For more information, visit

aurora.ca/sensoryswim

DAY Thu Thu Thu Thu Thu

DATE Oct 5 Oct 5 Oct 5 Oct 5 Oct 5

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

FEE/CLASS $201.00/10 $201.00/10 $201.00/10 $201.00/10 $201.00/10

CODE 28981 28982 28983 28984 28985

SMALL GROUP PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS

Parents and children can learn to swim together. To obtain a Small Group Private Swim lesson: 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 Small Group Private Swim lesson.

Note: Cost is $16.10 per person per class. Maximum of 5 people.

Participants should be the same swim ability (for example: all beginners).

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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.

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

For additional information, please contact the Aquatics Team at aquatics@aurora.ca

AQUATIC LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS

Second Chance The Second Chance Program assists candidates who were unsuccessful in passing one of the key leadership courses designed to help them become a Lifeguard and Swim Instructor.

Candidates will get a "second chance" to register for the course they were unsuccessful on with a 50% cost reduction. Conditions apply.

Applicable courses include: • Bronze Medallion and Emergency First Aid • Bronze Cross • National Lifeguard • Swim, Lifesaving and Emergency First Aid Instructor For more information, please email aquatics@aurora.ca

STEPS TO BECOME AN AQUATIC STAFF

In order to be considered for an Aquatic position, you must meet the following requirements.

AQUATIC POSITION Aquatic Assistant Lifeguard

Aquatic Instructor

REQUIREMENTS • Current Bronze Cross (or higher) certificate.

• Current Ministry Approved Standard First Aid (or higher) certificate.

• Current Lifesaving Society Assistant Instructor (or higher) certificate.

• Must be 15 years of age (per R.R.O. 1990, Reg 565: Public Pools).

• Current National Lifeguard certificate.

• Current Ministry Approved Standard First Aid (or higher) certificate.

• Must be 15 years of age (per R.R.O. 1990, Reg 565: Public Pools).

• Current National Lifeguard certificate.

• Current Ministry Approved Standard First Aid (or higher) certificate.

• Current Lifesaving Society Swim, Lifesaving & E.F.A. Instructor certificates.

Application Process • Apply for the specific job posting by submitting your cover letter and resume.

• Shortlisted applicants will be contacted after the application period for an interview.

• Note: No technical or in-water skill testing is required.

SEASON Fall 2023

APPLICATION PERIOD August 1 to September 1, 2023

Winter 2024

November 1 to December 1, 2023

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PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS

FUN THEMED WORKSHOPS Join Us For These Exciting Programs!

FANTASTIC FALL FUN Age: 2 to 6 years Location: AFLC 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 11

TIME 5:00pm – 6:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $12.00/1 29429

LITTLE MONSTERS Age: 4 to 6 years Location: AFLC 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 26

TIME 5:30pm – 6:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $12.00/1 29444

LEST WE FORGET Age: 2 to 6 years Location: AFLC 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 Sat

DATE TIME Nov 11 9:00am – 10:30am

FEE/CLASS CODE $12.00/1 29443

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PRESCHOOL ABC 123 Age: 2 to 4 years Location: AFLC 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 27

TIME 9:30am – 10:15am

FEE/CLASS CODE $97.00/8 29421

AM LEARNING – 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 Fri Fri Sat

DATE Sept 29 Nov 3 Sept 30

TIME 5:00pm – 6:00pm 5:00pm – 6:00pm 9:00am – 9:45am

FEE/CLASS $86.00/4 $86.00/4 $76.00/4

CODE 29462* 29490* 29463^

AM LEARNING – 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 Fri

DATE Sept 29 Nov 3

TIME 4:00pm – 5:00pm 4:00pm – 5:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $120.00/4 29461 $120.00/4 29491

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PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS

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 Sept 23 Sept 23

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 9:00am – 9:45am $121.00/8 29425 10:00am – 10:45am $121.00/8 29426

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 27 Sept 27

TIME 4:45pm – 5:30pm 5:45pm – 6:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $121.00/8 29427 $121.00/8 29428

I CAN BUILD THAT! Age: 1 1/2 to 3 years Location: AFLC Put on your hard hat and let’s get to work. You and your little builder will get to take part in singalongs, sensory play and movement activities all about construction machines and tools. Participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. *No class on: Oct 9 DAY Mon

DATE Sept 25

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 10:30am – 11:15am $97.00/8 29433*

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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.

DAY Tue Thu Tue Thu

DATE Sept 26 Sept 28 Nov 7 Nov 9

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

FEE/CLASS $93.00/4 $93.00/4 $93.00/4 $93.00/4

CODE 29434 29435 29484 29485

KIND & CONFIDENT – LITTLE LEADERS Age: 4 to 6 years Location: Aurora Town Square Fostering a growth mindset and growing kind. Our Little Leaders will deepen a mind-body-soul connection. Including kids yoga, mindful crafting, gross motor activities and more.

DAY Tue

DATE Sept 26

TIME 5:00pm – 6:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $185.00/8 29489

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 Tue Thu Sat

DATE Sept 26 Sept 28 Sept 30 Nov 7 Nov 9 Nov 11

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

FEE/CLASS $93.00/4 $93.00/4 $93.00/4 $93.00/4 $93.00/4 $93.00/4

CODE 29436 29437 29438 29486 29487 29488

PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS KINDERFUN Age: 2 to 4 years Location: ACC 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 28

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 10:00am – 10:45am $90.00/8 29439

KINDY CLUB Age: 3 to 5 years Location: ACC 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 email registered participants to confirm orientation details. *No class on: Oct 9 DAY Mon Wed Fri

DATE Sept 25 Sept 27 Sept 29

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

FEE/CLASS $252.00/8 $252.00/8 $252.00/8

CODE 29440* 29441 29442

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

DAY Thu

DATE Sept 28

TIME 6:00pm – 6:45pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $97.00/8 29445

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 21

TIME 5:00pm – 6:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $121.00/8 29446

MOVERS & SHAKERS Age: 1 to 3 years Location: AFLC 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. *No class on: Oct 8 DAY Sun

DATE Sept 24

TIME 9:00am – 9:45am

FEE/CLASS CODE $97.00/8 29447*

MUSIC MOVERS Age: 6 months to 1 1/2 years Location: AFLC 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 29

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 10:30am – 11:15am $97.00/8 29448

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

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PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS PLAYBALL – BALL HOCKEY Age: 4 to 6 years Location: ACC 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 entirety of this program.

DAY Thu

DATE Sept 28

TIME 4:30pm – 5:15pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $154.00/8 29455

PLAYBALL – INDOOR SOCCER SKILLS Age: 3 to 4 years Location: ACC This program is an introduction to soccer and team participation. 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 entirety of this program.

DAY Tue

DATE Sept 26

TIME 4:15pm – 5:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $154.00/8 29457

PLAYBALL – INDOOR SOCCER Age: 5 to 6 years Location: ACC 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 entirety of this program.

DAY Tue

DATE Sept 26

TIME 5:15pm – 6:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $154.00/8 29456

PRESCHOOL DROP-IN

Join us at the AFLC for some fun!

September 23 to December 16, 2023 PRESCHOOL DROP-IN Age: Newborn to 5 years • Location: AFLC Fee: $3.50 per child, supervising adults are free No drop-ins on: Sept 30, Oct 14, Nov 11 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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PLAYBALL – SPORT COACHING FOR KIDS Age: 3 to 4 years Location: ASC 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.

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

DAY Sat

DATE Sept 30

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 10:15am – 11:00am $154.00/8 29452

PLAYBALL – SPORT COACHING FOR KIDS Age: 4 1/2 to 6 years Location: ACC 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 Tue Tue

DATE TIME Sept 26 6:15pm – 7:00pm Sept 26 10:30am – 11:15am

FEE/CLASS CODE $154.00/8 29454 $154.00/8 29492

PLAYBALL – TWO CAN DO Age: 2 years Location: *ACC ^ASC 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 appropriate social interaction, listening to instructions, taking turns, sharing and having fun with friends.

DAY Sat Tue

DATE Sept 30 Sept 26

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

FEE/CLASS CODE $132.00/8 29458^ $132.00/8 29493*

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS

FUN THEMED WORKSHOPS Join Us For These Exciting Programs!

LEGO® MANIA Age: 8 to 11 years Location: AFLC 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 3

TIME 6:00pm – 7:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $12.00/1 29388

HALLOWEEN CRAFTY KIDS PARTY Age: 6 to 8 years Location: AFLC Scare up some fun with this 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 26

TIME 6:30pm – 7:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $12.00/1 29378

New!

AM LEARNING – AMAZING PAINTERS Age: 7 to 12 years Location: Aurora Town Square Children will explore materials and work with pencils, oil pastels, water colour and acrylic painting on canvas. Colour theory and spatial relationships between objects will be practiced. Step-by-step instruction will be provided, and all artworks will take home after each class. All materials are included, and each individual class is different throughout the year.

DAY Fri Fri

DATE Sept 29 Nov 3

TIME 5:00pm – 6:00pm 5:00pm – 6:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $120.00/4 29482 $120.00/4 29483

AM LEARNING – 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 Fri

DATE Sept 29 Nov 3

TIME 6:00pm – 7:30pm 6:00pm – 7:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $120.00/4 29397 $120.00/4 29480

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 9 DAY Mon Fri

DATE Sept 25 Sept 29

TIME 5:00pm – 6:00pm 5:00pm – 6:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $40.00/8 29405* $40.00/8 29478

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 Sept 27

TIME 5:00pm – 6:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $40.00/8 29406

AM LEARNING – 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.

BADMINTON Age: 6 to 10 years Location: *Rick Hansen Public School ^AFLC 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 Fri

DAY Tue Sun

DATE Sept 29 Nov 3

TIME 6:00pm – 7:00pm 6:00pm – 7:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $86.00/4 29410 $86.00/4 29481

DATE Sept 26 Sept 24

TIME 7:00pm – 8:00pm 2:30pm – 3:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $100.00/8 29365* $100.00/8 29366^

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CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS BASKETBALL BASICS Age: 7 to 13 years Location: Rick Hansen Public School 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 26

TIME 6:00pm – 7:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $100.00/8 29367

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 Fri

DATE Sept 29 Sept 29

TIME 4:00pm – 5:00pm 5:00pm – 6:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $100.00/8 29368 $100.00/8 29479

Age: SR – 10 to 12 years Location: Hartman Public School DAY Wed

DATE Sept 27

TIME 6:00pm – 7:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $100.00/8 29369

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 Sept 23

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 11:00am – 12:00pm $115.00/8 29372

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 27

TIME 6:45pm – 7:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $121.00/8 29373

ENGINEERING FOR KIDS – JR ROBOTICS & MARINE ENGINEERING Age: 4 to 6 years Location: Aurora Town Square Learn about marine engineering and mechanics, how to harness the power of water, and discover designs that help us make the impossible possible. Then, using robots, build and code a Floodgate for flood prevention.

DAY Sat

DATE Sept 30

TIME 3:30pm – 4:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $192.00/8 29411

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ENGINEERING FOR KIDS – MINECRAFT URBAN INNOVATIONS Age: 7 to 11 years Location: Aurora Town Square Design, create, and make your very own city come alive using Minecraft. Explore a variety of themes centered around scientific, sustainable, innovative, and futuristic city planning and design. Kids will immerse themselves in Minecraft, while applying the Engineering for Kids design process to create a model of their very own, futuristic and sustainable city.

DAY Sat

DATE Sept 30

TIME 5:00pm – 6:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $189.00/8 29412

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 Oct 21

TIME 9:00am – 3:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $83.00/1 29374

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 30 Nov 18

TIME 9:00am – 3:00pm 9:00am – 3:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $83.00/1 29375 $83.00/1 29376

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS 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 9

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 when registering for this program.

DAY Mon

DAY Sat

DATE Sept 25

TIME 6:00pm – 6:45pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $95.00/8 29377*

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 9 DAY Mon

DATE Sept 25

TIME 6:00pm – 6:45pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $95.00/8 29380*

DATE Sept 23

TIME 9:00am – 10:30am

FEE/CLASS CODE $205.00/8 29382

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 when registering for this program. *No class on: Oct 9 DAY Mon Sat

DATE Sept 25 Sept 23

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 6:00pm – 7:30pm $205.00/8 29381* 11:00am – 12:30pm $205.00/8 29383

JUNIOR GIRLS GOT GAME BASKETBALL SKILL DEVELOPMENT EMPOWERMENT THROUGH SPORT Age: 4 to 7 years Location: AFLC 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 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. We are proud to play like girls! *No class on: Nov 8 DAY Wed

DATE Sept 20

TIME 6:00pm – 6:45pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $130.00/10 28846*

KIDS GREAT MINDS – CARTOON COMPUTER ANIMATION Age: 6 to 11 years Location: AFLC Come unleash your imagination in this program by creating your own animated cartoon movie. You will be guided step-by-step in a computerized environment, as you create and watch your cartoon come to life. This course develops logical and motor skills, stimulating creativity and self-expression. At the end of the program, children will be sent their animated movies.

DAY Wed

DATE Sept 27

TIME 6:20pm – 7:20pm

FEE/CLASS $196.00/8

CODE 29384

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 – PC INTERACTIVE GAME CREATION Age: 8 to 11 years Location: AFLC Children will learn a visual programming language that allows them to create and play their own video games on a PC using a simple language and entirely icon-based interface. They will learn advanced game design concepts in a simple, direct and intuitive manner. There are 20 different characters with different abilities, along with multiplayer and multi-level options. This intelligent screen time is an excellent opportunity to introduce kids to computer programming.

Note: This software is for Windows operating systems only.

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

Concentrate on developing skills, playing with peers, and becoming familiar with important technique. *No class on: Oct 8

DAY Wed

PLAYBALL – BALL HOCKEY Age: 6 1/2 to 9 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.

DATE Sept 27

TIME 4:40pm – 6:10pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $294.00/8 29386

KIDS GREAT MINDS – VIRTUAL REALITY CHARACTER DESIGN Age: 8 to 12 years Location: AFLC This camp is for every child interested in 3D Character Design and Virtual Reality (VR). Campers will learn how to create industry level, high resolution and textured 3D characters from their favourite movies and video games. These characters will later be added to their own personalized environments that can be used in animations, video games and seen with VR devices. KGM will bring in the VR goggles so campers can enjoy their amazing work.

DAY Wed

DATE Sept 27

TIME 7:30pm – 9:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $294.00/8 29385

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.

DAY Mon

DATE Oct 16

TIME 6:30pm – 7:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $53.00/4 29387

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

DATE Sept 26 Sept 30

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 6:00pm – 7:00pm $160.00/8 29407 10:30am – 11:30am $160.00/8 29408

MAD SCIENCE – NASA: ACADEMY OF FUTURE SPACE EXPLORERS Age: 6 to 12 years Location: AFLC We’ve teamed up with NASA to take children on a voyage of discovery.

With unique hands-on activities, amazing demonstrations and fun experiments, this experience is truly out of this world. Children will build fun and educational take home projects to fuel their future explorations.

DAY Tue

DATE Sept 26

TIME 6:00pm – 7:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $169.00/8 29391

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DAY Sun

DAY Thu

DATE Sept 24

DATE Sept 28

TIME 3:45pm – 4:45pm

TIME 5:30pm – 6:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $100.00/8 29392*

FEE/CLASS CODE $146.00/8 29409

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. We will be running on trails at Lambert Willson Park.

DAY M/W

DATE Sept 18

TIME 4:45pm – 5:30pm

FEE/CLASS $63.00/6

CODE 29396

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: AFLC DAY Fri Fri Fri

DATE Sept 22 Oct 20 Nov 17

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

FEE/CLASS $50.00/1 $50.00/1 $50.00/1

CODE 29449 29450 29451

FEE/CLASS $50.00/1 $50.00/1 $50.00/1

CODE 29393 29394 29395

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

DATE Sept 22 Oct 20 Nov 17

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.

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

DATE Dec 27 Dec 28 Dec 29 Jan 2 Jan 3 Jan 4 Jan 5

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 29464 29465 29466 29467 29468 29469 29470

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

CODE 29398 29399 29400 29401 29402 29403 29404

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

DATE Dec 27 Dec 28 Dec 29 Jan 2 Jan 3 Jan 4 Jan 5

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

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HOLIDAY PROGRAMS HOLIDAY STORY TIME Age: 1 to 4 years Location: AFLC 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. Parent/guardian participation is required.

DAY Tue Tue Tue

CHRISTMAS CAROLS Age: 2 to 6 years Location: AFLC Fa-la-la-la laugh and sing in this festive 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. Parent/ guardian participation is required.

DAY Thu Wed

DATE Dec 14 Dec 20

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 10:00am – 10:45am $12.00/1 29422 5:30pm – 6:15pm $12.00/1 29423

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 16 Dec 21

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

CODE 29370 29371

CREATIVE CHRISTMAS CRAFTS Age: 3 to 5 years Location: AFLC 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. Parent/ guardian participation is required.

DAY Sun

DATE Dec 17

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

CODE 29424

HAPPY HANUKKAH Age: 4 to 9 years Location: AFLC 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. Parent/guardian participation is required.

DAY Sun

DATE Dec 17

TIME 2:00pm – 3:00pm

FEE/CLASS $12.00/1

CODE 29379

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DATE Dec 5 Dec 12 Dec 19

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 29430 29431 29432

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. Children will also make reindeer food, a countdown to Christmas craft and experience a special visitor from the North Pole. Parent/guardian participation is required.

DAY Wed Wed

DATE Dec 6 Dec 13

TIME 5:15pm – 5:45pm 6:00pm – 6:30pm

FEE/CLASS $12.00/1 $12.00/1

CODE 29389 29390

SNOW & SPRINKLES Age: 2 to 4 years Location: AFLC 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 905-726-4770 so that your family file can be updated. Parent/guardian participation is required.

DAY Thu

DATE TIME FEE/CLASS Dec 21 10:00am – 10:30am $12.00/1

CODE 29459

SOUNDS OF SNOW Age: 2 to 6 years Location: AFLC 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. Parent/guardian participation is required.

DAY Tue

DATE TIME FEE/CLASS Dec 19 10:30am – 11:30am $12.00/1

CODE 29460

‘TIS THE SEASON – PLAYTIME Age: 2 to 4 years Location: AFLC Join us for this new parent and tot program. Each class will feature a holiday themed craft, songs, and free play on our indoor gym equipment. Joins us for one or all of the programs. Each program day will feature a different craft and programming. Parent/guardian participation is required.

DAY Mon Wed Fri

DATE Dec 18 Dec 20 Dec 15

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 29418 29419 29420

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.

For assistance, please contact: Marco De Benedictis (Community Programmer) 365-500-3163 | mdebenedictis@aurora.ca

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INCLUSION SERVICES

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 Sept 24

TIME 9:00am – 9:45am

FEE/CLASS CODE $105.00/8 29417

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 will include an opportunity for freestyle, in order to develop and promote self-expression and confidence. This program is offered at a 1:3 staff to participant ratio. Parent/guardians are encouraged to attend to support participants.

DAY Sat

DATE TIME Sept 23 1:00pm – 1:45pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $105.00/8 29416

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.

Parent/guardians are encouraged to attend to support participants.

DAY Wed

DATE Sept 27

TIME 6:00pm – 6:45pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $105.00/8 29413

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. We understand the past while has been difficult on individuals who are seeking new friendships and meaningful relationships. 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 26 Sept 26

TIME 4:45pm – 5:15pm 5:30pm – 6:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE FREE/8 29414* FREE/8 29415^

ADULT – GROW Age: 18+ years Location: AFLC Adults with exceptionalities can enjoy a unique space to build friendships, daily living abilities, and explore ways to expanding independence. With activities that look to build on strengths and skills through programming focused on resume building, cooking, socializing and more, participants will continue to GROW. Participants must be independent in personal care and manage in a group setting.

New!

DAY T/Th

DATE TIME Sept 19 9:00am – 12:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $471.00/12 29473

Parented Program Parent On-Site

ADULT GROW New Half-Day Program!

Adults with exceptionalities can enjoy a unique space to build friendships, daily living abilities, and explore ways to expanding independence.

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PICKLEBALL LEAGUES & LESSONS YOUTH PICKLEBALL LESSONS – LEARN TO PLAY Age: 10 to 17 years Location: ASC This is a fun sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong. Youth will learn pickleball basics and be able to play with more confidence at the end of this introductory learn to play program. This is a great opportunity for youth to try a new activity as Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in the world. Our coaches will cover the fundamentals of serve, return and volley. This program is offered by Elevation Athletics Association. All abilities and skill levels welcome. Paddles will be provided for players that do not have their own. *No class on: Oct 9

PICKLEBALL The Town of Aurora is excited to offer Adult Pickleball Leagues (Beginner and Intermediate) and Learn to Play Lessons for both Youth and Adults. Programs are located at either the Aurora Family Leisure Complex or Aurora Seniors Centre. These programs are offered in partnership with our service provider Elevation Athletics, a proud affiliated club with both Pickleball Canada and Pickleball Ontario.

PICKLEBALL LEAGUE – BEGINNER Age: 18+ years Location: AFLC Offered by Elevation Athletics Association, this weekly pickleball league is a developmental doubles league where each player does not need to have a registered partner. Players will be assigned to matches competing for individual points and league ranking. Paddles will be provided for players that do not have their own. Limited experience required. This league is for players that may be new to Pickleball.

DAY Wed Thu Thu Fri

DATE Sept 27 Sept 28 Sept 28 Sept 29

TIME 12:00pm – 2:00pm 1:00pm – 3:00pm 8:00pm – 10:00pm 1:30pm – 3:30pm

FEE/CLASS $135.60/10 $135.60/10 $135.60/10 $135.60/10

DAY Mon Wed

DATE Sept 25 Sept 27

TIME 5:00pm – 6:30pm 5:00pm – 6:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $135.00/8 29363* $135.00/8 29364

ADULT PICKLEBALL LESSONS – LEARN TO PLAY Age: 18+ years Location: ASC Players will learn pickleball basics and be able to play with confidence at the end of the 10 sessions. Coaches will cover the fundamentals of serve, return and volley. All players will be assessed based on the Canadian Pickleball Rating system on the last day. This program is offered by Elevation Athletics Association. All abilities and skill levels welcome. Paddles will be provided for players that do not have their own.

DAY Tue Thu

DATE Sept 26 Sept 28

TIME 6:30pm – 8:00pm 6:00pm – 7:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $169.50/10 29314 $169.50/10 29315

CODE 29310 29308 29311 29309

PICKLEBALL LEAGUE – INTERMEDIATE Age: 18+ years Location: AFLC Offered by Elevation Athletics Association, this weekly pickleball league is a developmental doubles league where each player does not need to have a registered partner. Players will be assigned to matches competing for individual points and league ranking. Paddles will be provided for players that do not have their own. This league is for more experienced Pickleball players.

DAY Wed Fri

DATE Sept 27 Sept 29

TIME 2:00pm – 4:00pm 2:00pm – 4:00pm

FEE/CLASS $146.80/10 $146.80/10

CODE 29313 29312

PICKLEBALL DROP-IN

Age: 18+ years • Location: AFLC Drop-ins are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Admission is available 15 minutes prior to program time.

Note: Drop-ins are not staffed and instruction is not provided.

Please visit aurora.ca/pickleball for the most up-to-date drop-in schedules.

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We’re here for you We provide more than 30 FREE programs for youth, adults and family caregivers to improve mental health, build resilience and recover from mental illness or addiction Local programs include: • Mobile Youth Walk-In Clinic (MOBYSS) • Community Connections recoveryoriented drop-in hub • Recovery-oriented, supportive housing

• Mental health and primary care services for newcomers • Ontario Structured Psychotherapy for stress, depression and anxiety • Education and support groups for family caregivers

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YOUTH DROP-IN ACTIVITIES

Drop-Ins Just For Youth!

THE LOFT - FALL

Please visit www.aurora.ca/theloft for schedule, special events and program details.

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: $3.25 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 designation program works to acknowledge the great work that some communities are doing in ensuring their youth have continuous access to a diversity of play opportunities.

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 CRAFTY ARTS Age: 12 to 14 years Location: AFLC Join us for fun step-by-step workshops to create cool crafts and creative projects. No experience necessary, all levels welcome.

New!

DAY Tue Tue Tue Tue

DATE Sept 26 Oct 17 Nov 14 Dec 5

TIME 6:00pm – 7:00pm 6:00pm – 7:00pm 6:00pm – 7:00pm 6:00pm – 7:00pm

FEE/CLASS $20.00/1 $20.00/1 $20.00/1 $20.00/1

CODE 28833 28834 28835 28836

DANCE TRENDS Age: 13 to 14 years Location: Hartman Public School Step it up with this fun and creative program where participants will work together to learn trending dance moves and basic movement skills. *No class on: Oct 20 ALL THE SPORTS Age: 12 to 14 years Location: Hartman Public School 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, fitness and high energy games will be introduced each week. *No class on: Nov 17 DAY Fri

DATE Nov 10

TIME 7:00pm – 8:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $45.00/5 28840*

ARCHERY Age: 12 to 17 years Location: AFLC Join us for fun and excitement and try a great new activity. Participants will get to learn and practice basic archery skills and techniques with their friends in an enjoyable and safe environment. *No class on: Oct 9 DAY Mon Mon

DATE Sept 18 Nov 6

TIME 7:15pm – 8:15pm 7:15pm – 8:15pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $53.00/6 28818* $53.00/6 28821

BADMINTON BLAST Age: 12 to 15 years Location: AFLC This basic badminton program will provide participants the opportunity to practice various badminton skills and rally with each other in an informal and unstructured format. *No class on: Oct 9 DAY Mon Mon

DATE Sept 18 Nov 6

TIME 5:45pm – 6:45pm 5:45pm – 6:45pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $53.00/6 29533* $53.00/6 28826

New!

COOKING CLUB Age: 12 to 14 years Location: AFLC Participants will learn about kitchen safety, food hacks and how to make healthy choices. Each week participants will create a new recipe, enjoy a snack and work with others to have fun in the kitchen.

DAY Thu Thu

DATE Sept 21 Oct 26

TIME 4:00pm – 5:30pm 4:00pm – 5:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $93.00/5 28837 $93.00/5 28838

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DAY Fri

DATE Sept 29

TIME 7:00pm – 8:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $45.00/5 28839*

GIRLS GOT GAME BASKETBALL SKILL & HOUSE LEAGUE Age: * 8 to 11 years ^12 to 14 years Location: *AFLC ^Aurora Heights Public School This program is focused on girls who are interested in learning the game of basketball, developing their skills, and building confidence.

Emphasis will be on skill development and learning the team concepts in a fun, interactive environment, followed by game play with older female athletes, coaches and officials. *No class on: Nov 8 DAY Wed Thu

DATE Sept 20 Sept 21

TIME 7:00pm – 8:15pm 7:00pm – 8:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $228.00/10 28841* $208.00/10 28842^

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 Students will learn the fundamentals of badminton basic skills including high clear, serving, lifts, footwork, front to back, side to side and some knowledge of how to play single games. *No class on: Oct 9 DAY Mon Tue Wed

DATE Sept 18 Sept 19 Sept 20

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

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

Become a LOFT

AMBASSADOR • Ages 12 to 17 •

Space is limited. Apply by visiting www.aurora.ca/youthvolunteering

CODE 28849* 28850^ 28851^

YOUTH PROGRAMS SNACK HACKS (P.A. DAY) Age: 11 to 13 years Location: AFLC Participants will try out different food hacks and snack recipes.

Please indicate dietary restrictions during registration.

New!

DAY Fri

DATE Oct 20

TIME 1:00pm – 4:00pm

FEE/CLASS $45.00/1

CODE 28852

STEM MINDS – ADVANCED STEM CLUB Age: 12 to 17 years Location: STEM Minds 212 Earl Stewart Drive, Aurora, Unit 3 Join our Advanced STEM Club and learn about cutting edge technology like Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Big Data, Internet of Things, Cryptography and more.

DAY Sat

DATE TIME Sept 16 2:30pm – 4:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $430.00/11 28848

STORM VOLLEYBALL – BEGINNER Age: * 11 to 12 years ^13 to 14 years Location: AFLC Learn 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 gamelike drills to practice what they have learned. This program is designed for new or beginner players who are just starting out.

New!

DAY Tue Tue

DATE TIME Sept 26 5:45pm – 6:45pm Sept 26 7:00pm – 8:00pm

FEE/CLASS $85.00/5 $85.00/5

CODE 28853* 28854^

STORM VOLLEYBALL – INTERMEDIATE Age: * 11 to 12 years ^13 to 14 years Location: AFLC Players will take what they learned in the Beginner program and work with coaches to refine technical skills. There will be minimal gameplay with a focus on skill development. This program is designed for players with some knowledge of basic skills and playing experience.

Prerequisite: Completion of Storm Volleyball Beginner course with the Town of Aurora.

New!

DAY Tue Tue

DATE Nov 14 Nov 14

TIME 5:45pm – 6:45pm 7:00pm – 8:00pm

FEE/CLASS $85.00/5 $85.00/5

CODE 29361* 29362^

TEEN RUN CLUB Age: 12 to 15 years Location: AFLC This motivational, non-competitive running club is for youth who want to learn new skills and have fun running with others. Learn to build endurance, practice proper running form, pacing, injury prevention and nutrition.

DAY Wed

DATE Sept 20

TIME 6:00pm – 6:45pm

FEE/CLASS $63.00/6

CODE 28859

YOUTH PICKLEBALL – LEARN TO PLAY Age: 10 to 17 years Location: Aurora Seniors Centre This is a fun sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong. Learn pickleball basics and be able to play with more confidence at the end of this introductory program. Our coaches will cover the fundamentals of serve, return and volley. *No class on: Oct 9 DAY Mon Wed

DATE TIME Sept 25 5:00pm – 6:30pm Sept 27 5:00pm – 6:30pm

FEE/CLASS $135.00/8 $135.00/8

CODE 29363* 29364

COOKING CLUB

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STRONG IN SPORT Age: 10 to 12 years Location: AFLC Participants will take part in sport, physical activity, mindfulness, and confidence building activities led by an all-female coaching team. Each week participants will have a chance to try out various sport activities in a friendly, non-competitive environment and programming that focuses on supporting participants’ mental and emotional well-being.

DAY Thu

DATE Sept 21

TIME 4:00pm – 5:30pm

FEE/CLASS $42.00/8

CODE 28657

AGE REQUIREMENTS For most Youth programs, participants must be the minimum program age by the last class of the program. Some exceptions apply.

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Thursdays 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. $93.00 for 5 weeks !

Visit www.aurora.ca/eplay to register

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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, while building confidence alongside their peers.

DAY Thu Thu

DATE Sept 21 Oct 26

TIME 6:00pm – 8:00pm 6:00pm – 8:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $85.00/5 28830 $85.00/5 28831

CANADA SAFETY COUNCIL – HOME ALONE (P.A. DAY) 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 much more.

DAY Fri Fri

DATE Sept 22 Nov 17

TIME 9:00am – 4:00pm 9:00am – 4:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $55.00/1 28829 $55.00/1 28832

JOB PREP 101 Age: 14 to 17 years Location: AFLC Looking for a job or struggling to get an interview? This 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 Sept 30 Oct 14

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

LOFT HOURS FALL 2023

WED THURS FRI SAT

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

4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

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

FEE/CLASS CODE $22.60/1 28844 $22.60/1 28845

New!

LEADERS IN PLAY Age: 14 to 16 years Location: AFLC This multi-week leadership course mixes the fundamentals of physical literacy with basic leadership skills. Participants will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to volunteer in Town seasonal recreation programs. Instructors will walk participants through coaching basics, exciting leadership exercises and provide an introduction to physical literacy. Participants must the minimum program age by the first day of the course.

DAY Sun

DATE Oct 1

TIME 2:30pm – 4:15pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $80.00/8 28843

October 19 • 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. • Aurora Family Leisure Complex

YOUTH VOLUNTEER FAIR Make a difference in your community and get involved!

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

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

Pre-Junior

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

Introduction to Figure Skating

Borealis Synchro Team

• Skate Canada Badge Level 4

Adult/Teen - Skating Program • Ages 13 yrs +

• Check website for information • 2 Teams for 2023-2024 Season

On-Line Registration go to ASC Website

www.auroraskatingclub.com (905) 713-1442

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FAMILY DROP-IN ACTIVITIES

Gymnasium & Rock Wall Family Drop-In Activities take place at the AFLC. AURORA FAMILY LEISURE COMPLEX • 135 Industrial Parkway North • 905-841-7521

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

www.aurora.ca/aflcdropin

GUIDELINES AND RULES • Admission begins 15 minutes before scheduled program time and is first come, first serve.

• Drop-ins have strict capacities and age guidelines. No exceptions will be made.

• Please visit www.aurora.ca/aflcdropin for full guidelines and program descriptions.

Parent & Child Open Gym • Children ages 4 to 8 must have guardian present and participating during drop-ins. Guardian must pay program fee.

Family Open Gym • Participating adult over the age of 16 required for all participants.

Guardian must pay program fee.

• Limit of 3 participants per guardian.

Spirit of Math Rock Climbing Wall • Children between the ages of 6 to 11 years must have a parent or guardian present at the rock wall while they climb.

• All participants must complete a waiver form prior to climbing.

Those under 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian.

• Waivers are valid for 365 days. After that time, a new waiver will need to be complete.

• Waivers available online at www.aurora.ca/rockwall.

HOLIDAY SCHEDULES Regular programming may be affected on P.A. Days and holidays.

Please visit www.aurora.ca/afldropin for Holiday and Winter Break schedules and cancellations.

ACTIVITY Parent & Child and Family

AGE Up to 12 years & Attending Adults 4 to 12 years & Attending Adults

Youth

12 to 17 years

Rock Wall

6 years & up

Parent & Tot

MULTI-TICKET DISCOUNTS For details on how to obtain multi-ticket discounts, please visit www.aurora.ca/programguide or email rleisure@aurora.ca.

All gym activities located at the Healthy Planet Gymnasium.

All rock wall activities located at the Spirit of Math Rock Climbing Wall.

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PRESCHOOL DROP-IN

DESJARDINS DAYS For schedules and up-to-date information, please visit www.aurora.ca/desjardinsdays CANCELLATIONS September 10 – All drop-in times cancelled October 28 – Youth Open Gym cancelled November 8 – Parent & Child Open Gym and Youth Open Gym cancelled

18 to 54 years

Adult

FEE (per person, per visit) $3.25 per ticket $26.75 for 10 tickets $3.25 per ticket $26.75 for 10 tickets $3.25 per ticket $26.75 for 10 tickets $3.25 per ticket $26.75 for 10 tickets $4.25 per ticket $36.25 for 10 tickets $3.00 per ticket $25.50 for 10 tickets

Join us at the AFLC for some fun!

September 23 to December 16, 2023 PRESCHOOL DROP-IN Age: Newborn to 5 years • Location: AFLC Fee: $3.50 per child, supervising adults are free No drop-ins on: Sept 30, Oct 14, Nov 11 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

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

SKATING ACTIVITIES

Skating, Shinny and Stick & Puck Hockey PUBLIC SKATING: $3.15 OR 10 TICKETS FOR $26.25 • SHINNY HOCKEY: $6.75 OR 10 TICKETS FOR $54.75

Skating Activities take place at the AFLC and SARC. 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 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 ice time includes a 10 minute flood.

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

HOLIDAY SCHEDULES For Holiday and Winter Break 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, Ladies & Men’s Shinny Hockey • Must be 18 years or older.

• The Town of Aurora strongly recommends full equipment.

CANCELLATIONS September 1 to 10 - All skate times cancelled November 22 - Adult Shinny cancelled & Ladies Shinny relocated to AFLC MULTI-TICKET DISCOUNTS For details on how to obtain multi-ticket discounts, please visit www.aurora.ca/programguide or email rleisure@aurora.ca

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

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ADULT & OLDER ADULT PROGRAMS 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 11 DAY Wed

DATE Sept 27

TIME 7:30pm – 8:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $95.00/8 29316*

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 11 DAY Mon 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 AFLC or ASC. DAY Thu

DATE Sept 21

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 9:00am – 11:00am $151.00/10 29322

DATE Sept 25

TIME 7:30pm – 8:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $95.00/8 29317*

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 9 DAY Mon

DATE Sept 25

TIME 8:30pm – 9:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $95.00/8 29318*

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.

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

DAY Thu

Location: Hybrid – ASC & 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.

DATE Sept 21

TIME FEE/CLASS 11:30am – 1:30pm $153.00/10

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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 Tue

DATE Sept 19 Sept 19

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 9:30am – 10:15am $75.00/12 29324 10:30am – 11:15am $75.00/12 29349

DAY Thu

DATE Sept 21

TIME 9:00am – 9:30am

FEE/CLASS CODE $46.00/13 29325

TIME 9:00am – 9:30am

FEE/CLASS CODE $46.00/13 29326

Location: DAY Thu

DATE Sept 21

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

DAY Tue

DATE Sept 19

TIME 9:00am – 9:45am

FEE/CLASS CODE $82.00/13 29327

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.

DAY Fri

DATE Sept 22

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 10:00am – 10:45am $63.00/10 29328

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. *No class on: Oct 9 DAY Mon

DATE Sept 25

TIME 7:00pm – 8:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $85.00/8 29319*

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CORE ON THE FLOOR Age: 55+ years Location: ASC This class will focus on hip movement and strength, along with supporting stomach muscles. Using bodyweight and bands to build strength and control to support your hips and back. All exercises will be done on the floor. Participants must be comfortable lying on their backs.

DAY Tue

DATE Sept 19

TIME 1:15pm – 1:45pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $35.00/10 29505

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 30

TIME 9:00am – 10:30am

FEE/CLASS CODE $125.00/10 29330

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

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GET FIT! Age: 55+ years Location: Hybrid / (see below) Welcome to all around fitness. This class includes a warm-up and 20-minutes of cardiovascular conditioning with easy-to-follow steps and upbeat music. There will be strength training with weights or bands, balance exercise and flexibility training. Increase your fitness and have fun.

Location: Hybrid – ASC & 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 Wed Fri

DATE Sept 20 Sept 22

TIME 9:00am – 9:45am 9:00am – 9:45am

FEE/CLASS CODE $82.00/13 29356 $82.00/13 29355

TIME 9:00am – 9:45am 9:00am – 9:45am

FEE/CLASS CODE $82.00/13 29357 $82.00/13 29535

Location: DAY Wed Fri

DATE Sept 20 Sept 22

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GET STRONG! Age: 55+ years Location: Hybrid / (see below) Strength. Stability. Endurance. Let’s build strength in your muscles to help you to move better, feel better and do more of the activities you love to do. We will use body weight, bands, weights and more to get strong and move better. Some of this class will take place on the floor.

Location: Hybrid – ASC & 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 Fri

DATE TIME Sept 19 2:00pm – 3:00pm Sept 22 11:00am – 12:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $63.00/10 29506 $63.00/10 29345

Location: DAY Fri

DATE Sept 22

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 11:00am – 12:00pm $63.00/10 29534

AURORA SENIORS' CENTRE

OPEN HOUSE September 5 - 9

Visit us and see what we have to offer Take a tour and meet our volunteers Refreshments and draw prizes!

90 John West Way, Aurora seniorscentre@aurora.ca 905-726-4767

ADULT & OLDER ADULT PROGRAMS

KNITTING: LEARN TO KNIT – PART 1 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, knit and purl stitches, 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.

Note: 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 13

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 10:30am – 11:45am $10.00/3 29332

KNITTING: LEARN TO KNIT – PART 2 Age: 5 5+ years Location: ASC In this class you will learn various techniques (increases, decreases, seaming, bias knitting, reading charts) and stitches (cables, lace, slip stitches, ribs, knit and purl combos) which will enable you to go on and create your own designs. For each new stitch or technique, you will also be given a pattern for a simple project you can knit using that new skill. This class is suitable for the advanced beginner. It would be an excellent follow-up to the Learn to Knit class. Please pick-up a supply list at the Seniors Centre and bring all supplies to the first class.

DAY Wed

DATE Nov 15

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 10:30am – 11:45am $45.00/4 29334

KNITTING: BABY SURPRISE JACKET Age: 5 5+ years Location: ASC Elizabeth Zimmermann’s Baby Surprise Jacket has become near legendary since its conception in 1968. This one-piece jacket is knitted back and forth in garter stitch, with strategically placed increases and decreases. It is then cleverly folded and completed by weaving the shoulder seams. Please pick-up a supply list at the Seniors Centre and bring all supplies to the first class.

DAY Wed

DATE Sept 13

TIME 2:30pm – 3:45pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $45.00/4 29354

KNITTING: BEADED ORNAMENT Age: 5 5+ years Location: ASC Simple to create but the final product will be a beautiful addition to your Christmas decorating. Simple knitting incorporating a variety of shiny glass beads. Sample projects can be viewed in the lobby display cases.

Note: There is a $10 supply fee payable to the instructor. You will receive enough materials to create 3 ornaments.

DAY Wed

DATE Oct 18

TIME 2:30pm – 3:45pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $5.00/1 29353

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 knit flat and seamed. Once the knitting is done, a few embellishments are added and the result is adorable. Sample projects can be viewed in the ASC lobby display cases. 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 is payable to the instructor, at the first class.

DAY Wed

DATE Oct 11

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 10:30am – 11:45am $45.00/4 29331

KNITTING: SNOWMAN HAT Age: 5 5+ years Location: ASC In this class you will create a unique gift to share with your favourite young people – 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. Sample projects can be viewed in the lobby display cases. This is an intermediate to advanced class and requires good basic knitting skills. Skills learned will be knitting in the round, shaping and felting. Please pick-up a supply list at the Seniors Centre and bring all supplies to the first class.

DAY Wed

DATE Nov 1

TIME 2:30pm – 3:45pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $45.00/4 29333

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ADULT & OLDER ADULT PROGRAMS LATIN DANCE FOR SINGLES Age: 18+ 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 required. *No class on: Oct 11 DAY Wed

DATE Sept 27

TIME 8:30pm – 9:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $95.00/8 29320*

LEARN TO PLAY KEYBOARD Age: 55+ years Location: ASC During this 10-week class, you will learn how to sit at the keyboard, position your hands, play the appropriate keys and chords with your left hand, and quite simply, play some of your favourite melodies (with both hands). In addition, you will learn some basic theory, including reading music and understanding basic harmony – just enough to launch your own creativity.

Note: Keyboards will be available for rent, a $50 fee payable to the instructor for 10-week period. Please contact Karie Papillon at kpapillon@aurora.ca to arrange the rental.

DAY Thu

DATE Sept 28

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 10:00am – 10:45am $135.00/10 29335

LEARN TO PLAY KEYBOARD TOO Age: 55+ years Location: ASC The is a follow up to “Learn to Play Keyboard” going beyond the basics. It is recommended participants have basic playing skills.

Note: Keyboards will be available for rent, a $50 fee payable to the instructor for 10-week period. Please contact Karie Papillon at kpapillon@aurora.ca to arrange the rental.

DAY Mon

DATE Sept 18

TIME 9:00am – 10:00am

FEE/CLASS CODE $75.00/12 29336*

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PAINT & SIP Age: 18+ years Location: ASC Join local artist Eva Folks for an afternoon of painting. All supplies are included and you will leave with a completed seasonal picture.

Light refreshments (coffee, tea and a sweet treat) will be served. A copy of each painting will be available for viewing at the ASC. DAY Sat Sat

DATE Sept 23 Nov 18

TIME 1:00pm – 5:00pm 1:00pm – 5:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $60.00/1 29522 $60.00/1 29523

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. *No class on: Oct 9 DAY Mon Mon

DATE TIME Sept 18 12:00pm – 12:30pm Nov 27 12:00pm – 12:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $94.00/8 29337* $47.00/4 29338

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 11:00am – 11:45am $137.00/10 29358

PILOGA Age: 55+ years Location: Hybrid / In-Person / (see below) 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.

SENIORS CENTRE IN THE MAIL

Location: Hybrid – ASC & 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

DATE Sept 28

Seniors Centre in the Mail is a free program.

Twice a month activity kits are mailed to you (or you can pick them up at the Aurora Seniors Centre). Each package will include puzzles, sudoku, trivia and more!

Contact us: 365-500-3161

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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 9

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DAY Tue

DATE Sept 12

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 10:35am – 11:20am $75.00/12 29340

Location: In-Person – AFLC DAY Fri

DATE Sept 22

TIME 9:30am – 10:15am

FEE/CLASS CODE $75.00/12 29341

DATE TIME Sept 18 10:15am – 11:00am Sept 12 10:35am – 11:20am

FEE/CLASS CODE $63.00/10 29339* $75.00/12 29511

Location: *No class on: Oct 9 DAY Mon Tue

ADULT & OLDER ADULT PROGRAMS QI-GONG Age: 55+ years Location: ASC Qigong is a gentle, flowing mind body practice. Sets of movements are easily learned and offer many benefits for maintaining health during the senior years. As a low impact weight bearing activity, Qigong helps to improve strength, co-ordination and balance. These are important factors for fall prevention. The connection to mind, body and breath aids in alleviating stress and anxiety. Join us to learn simple forms of Qigong that you can immediately bring into your daily life. This is an empowering practice. All levels are welcome.

DAY Tue

DATE TIME Sept 26 11:30am – 12:15pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $63.00/10 29496

STRETCH & TONE Age: 55+ years Location: Hybrid / (see below) 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.

Location: Hybrid – ASC & 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 9 DAY Mon Thu

DATE Sept 18 Sept 21

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 1:30pm – 2:30pm $75.00/12 29346* 10:00am – 11:00am $85.00/13 29343

DATE Sept 18 Sept 21

DATE Sept 19

DATE Sept 19

TIME 9:30am – 12:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $153.00/8 29348

WATERCOLOUR FOR THE HOLIDAYS – LEVEL 1 Age: 55+ years Location: AFLC This class will focus on images that may be used for holiday greeting cards. Participants will be able to choose from a selection of images that will focus on holiday themes. Finished paintings can be taken to a copy store for reproduction into holiday cards or gift tags.

New!

DAY Tue

DATE Nov 21

TIME 1:00pm – 3:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $38.00/2 29494

WATERCOLOUR FOR THE HOLIDAYS – LEVEL 2 Age: 55+ years Location: AFLC This class will focus on images that may be used for holiday greeting cards. Participants will be able to choose from a selection of images that will focus on holiday themes. Finished paintings can be taken to a copy store for reproduction into holiday cards or gift tags.

New!

DATE Nov 21

TIME 9:30am – 12:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $39.00/2 29495

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 1:30pm – 2:30pm $75.00/12 29342* 10:00am – 11:00am $85.00/13 29344

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

DAY Tue

DAY Tue

Location: *No class on: Oct 9 DAY Mon Thu

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.

TIME 1:00pm – 3:30pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $151.00/8 29347

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ADULT & OLDER ADULT PROGRAMS YOGA: CHAIR 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.

YOGA: SUNSET MAT Age: 55+ years Location: ASC This practice will use the support of the earth to cradle your body.

While on your mat, you will move through yoga postures and stretches that help to calm the mind, improve flexibility, reduce stress and increase strength. It’s the perfect way to end your day. This practice ends with a short meditation. Please bring a mat and a blanket.

DAY Wed

DAY Tue

DATE Sept 20

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 10:00am – 11:00am $75.00/12 29329

YOGA: CHAIR, MOVEMENT & MINDFULNESS Age: 55+ years Location: ASC Learn how to connect your body and mind, so that you can enjoy life and be fully present. Living with awareness of the moment and not being engrossed or obsessed about the future that can sometimes make us anxious and missing precious moments. Combined with traditional Chair Yoga, we will turn off the autopilot, find our breath and expand our awareness. We’ll put our attention and focus on noticing and feeling what the body and mind does while engaging in movement. The goal is to take this practice off the chair so you can be fully present, engaged, grateful and fully aware while living the moments of your life. *No class on: Oct 9

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DAY Mon

DATE Sept 18

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 10:00am – 11:00am $63.00/10 29475*

YOGA: HATHA Age: 55+ years Location: ASC These classes will greatly benefit for those who wish to focus on the fundamentals of basic classical yoga postures, breathing techniques and correct alignments. Beginners are welcome. Please note this class will involve floor work. *No class on: Oct 9 DAY Mon

DATE Sept 18

TIME 12:15pm – 1:15pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $63.00/10 29350*

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YOGA: RESTORATIVE MAT Age: 55+ years Location: ASC Not your traditional yoga practice. This practice treats you to conscious relaxation and healing, using props in every posture to support your muscles in gentle comfortable positions. Poses will be held for 3-10 minutes, giving your body time to relax, so your mind can enter a quiet meditative state. Benefits of restorative yoga: it deeply relaxes the body, stills a busy mind, balances the nervous system and releases muscular tension, improves mobility and flexibility. Please bring a yoga mat, bath towel, two blankets and a sleep eye mask or wash cloth. Bolsters, straps and yoga block are provided, however please feel free to bring you own if you wish.

DAY Thu

DATE Sept 21

TIME 7:00pm – 8:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $63.00/10 29474

DATE Sept 19

TIME 7:00pm – 8:00pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $63.00/10 29359

ZUMBA GOLD Age: 55+ years Location: Hybrid / In-Person / (see below) 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.

Location: Hybrid – ASC & 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 19

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 11:30am – 12:15pm $63.00/10 29351

Location: In-Person – The Meadows of Aurora DAY Tue

DATE Sept 19

TIME FEE/CLASS CODE 10:15am – 11:00am $75.00/12 29553

Location: DAY Tue

DATE TIME Sept 19 11:30am – 12:15pm

FEE/CLASS CODE $63.00/10 29352

SENIORS CENTRE WITHOUT WALLS A free interactive program for seniors.

Programs include exercise, trivia, games and social activities. Programs are done from home and are available over the telephone or using Zoom.

Contact us: 365-500-3161

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PROGRAM PRICES & HST

The price of all Adult and Older Adult Programs include HST.

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 SATURDAY 8:30am – 5:00pm 8:30am – 9:00pm 8:30am – 5:00pm 8:30am – 5:00pm 8:30am – 9:00pm 8:30am – 5:00pm

Residents: $35.00 per calendar year Non-Residents: $50.00 per calendar year

Note: There is a $1.00 per person/per day activity fee collected for each visit.

AURORA SENIORS CENTRE ACTIVITIES • Arts, crafts & hobbies • Cards & games • Day trips across Ontario • Fitness classes

• Social and educational programs • Sports such as pickleball and table tennis • Volunteer opportunities • Wood shop

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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 events.

Full details available online at www.aurora.ca/facilitybookings Email our Facility Bookings team at bookings@aurora.ca

Locations

• Aurora Community Centre • Aurora Family Leisure Complex • Aurora Seniors Centre • Lind Realty Team Sports Dome • Aurora Town Hall • Aurora Town Square • Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex 74

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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 Centre, 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 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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Lundy Park

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Machell 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.140aurora.com / 140admo@gmail.com / 905-727-4692 www.york.ca / accessyork@york.ca / 1-877-464-9675

Al-Anon / Alateen

http://al-anon.alateen.on.ca / 416-410-3809

Alzheimer’s Society of York Region

Loren Freid

www.alzheimer-york.com / info@alzheimer-york.com / 905-726-3477

Amnesty International - Aurora/Newmarket Group

Renee LeBlanc

amnestyaurora.wordpress.com / amnestyaurora@gmail.com / 905-713-6713

Aurora Chamber of Commerce

www.aurorachamber.on.ca / info@aurorachamber.on.ca / 905-727-7262

Aurora Chess Club

www.aucc.club / info@aucc.club

Aurora Community Arboretum

Irene Clement

Aurora Cornerstone Church

Pastor Wayne Lucas

Aurora Food Pantry

Sandra Seepaul

Aurora Lions Club

President

Aurora Seniors Association Aurora United Church

Dave LeGallais, President Cathy Hiltz

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

Bahái Faith of Aurora

Neda Shakour

www.bahaiaurora.org / aurora.lsa41@gmail.com / 647-231-1948

Bereaved Families of Ontario - York Region

Christine Goguen

www.bfo-yorkregion.com / bfoyr_program@bellnet.ca / 905-898-6265

Big Brothers Big Sisters of York

Sarah Dame

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 Region Cedar Centre CHATS (Community Home Assistance to Seniors)

www.cmha.ca / yorkregion@cmha-yr-on.ca / 1-866-345-0183 or 905-841-3977 Richmond Hill Welcome Centre Executive Administrator Client Care Centre

Community Living Newmarket/Aurora District

crohnsandcolitis.ca / yorkregion@crohnsandcolitis.ca / 1-800-387-1479

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

www.yrp.ca / info@yrp.ca / 1-866-8POLICE (876-5423) ext. 6709 Michele Donnelly Glen Sharp

Our Lady of Grace Roman Catholic Church

Reverend Francis V. McDevitt

Probus Club of Aurora (Retirees)

Vern Cunningham, President

Queen’s York Rangers 2799 Army Cadet Corps

Major Dan Copeland

Region of York Quilters’ Guild Anna Pavan

Rotary Club of Aurora

Wendy Browne

Royal Canadian Legion - Local Branch #385 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 www.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

Rose of Sharon Services for Young Mothers

Royal Canadian Sea Cadets & Navy League

http://saint-frere-andre.ca / info@saint-frere-andre.ca / 1-877-974-7455 www.nankind.com / volunteer@nankind.com / 416-730-0025

Neighbourhood Watch Program (via York Regional Police) Oak Ridges Trail Association

www.ldayr.org / info@ldayr.org / 905-884-7933 www.marchofdimes.ca / 1-800-263-3463

Père Peter Haddad

Nankind

Optimist Club of Aurora

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 1-877-452-4287 www.clcy.ca / 905-898-3000

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

Rev. Patrick White

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

York 4H Association

Megan Burnside

www.4-hontario.ca / region3@4-hontario.ca / 1-877-410-6748

York Region Food Network

Joan Stonehocker

YMCA GTA

www.ymcagta.org / 1-800-223-8024 or 416-928-9622 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 King Baseball Association

www.akba.ca / 905-841-5331

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 Men’s Slo-Pitch League

Reg Schade

www.amsl.ca / reg@amsl.ca

Aurora Minor Hockey Association

Hockey Office

www.auroraminorhockey.com / aurorahockey@on.aibn.com / 905-727-1480

Aurora Mixed Slo Pitch League

Judy Robar

www.amspl.ca / judyrobar@rogers.com / 416-456-0912

Aurora Model Aircraft Club

Max Perez

Aurora Opti Hockey Aurora Panthers - Central York Girls Hockey Association Aurora Senior Soccer Club

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

robroberts_1969@yahoo.ca / 647-378-0720

York / Newmarket Curling Club

Club

York Old Timers Hockey League

Stephen Forsey

www.yorkoldtimershockeyleague.com / 905-727-3236

York Region Lions Football Association

Jodi Tavares

www.yorkregionfootball.com / info@yorkregionfootball.com / 416-660-0098

York Sport & Social Club

www.yorkcurlingclub.ca / membership@yorkcurlingclub.ca / 905-898-2155

www.york.sportsocial.club / york@sportsocial.club / 416-781-GAME (4263)

York Simcoe Express (AAA Hockey)

www.ysehockey.com

York Artistic Swimming Club

Club

www.yorksynchro.com / inquiry@yorksynchro.com

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

CULTURAL ASSOCIATIONS

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 - Community Chorus, Pipes & Drums Band, 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 Volunteer Coordinator

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www.yorkharmonychorus.ca / yhcprmarketing@gmail.com www.yrp.ca / volunteers@yrp.ca / 905-830-0303 ext. 2060/2794

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