Town of Aurora Spring & Summer 2024 Program Guide

MESSAGE

FROM THE MAYOR

Welcome to the Spring & Summer Program Guide!

This guide contains information about Town recreation programs and activities for all ages. New programs this season include Drawing & Painting for preschool, Eco-Kids for children, Racquet Sports for youth, Fit Mind Body & Soul for older adults, Life Saving Sport Development in Aquatics, and more! Browse through this guide for details on all these programs and many more.

Don’t forget to bookmark the guide site at aurora.ca/ProgramGuide

Keep the kids entertained this summer with our fantastic camps – safe, fun and led by qualified staff. Open to children ages 4+, these camps cater to diverse interests and developmental needs. Tweens and teens can build their leadership skills through specially tailored camps and volunteer opportunities (ages 12-15). Explore these opportunities at aurora.ca/SummerCamps

There’s always something to do in Aurora, no matter the time of year. Sign-up for our Aurora Matters monthly e-newsletter and stay up-to-date on key projects, engagement opportunities, upcoming events, and important reminders. Learn more at aurora.ca/AuroraMatters

Sincerely,

Mayor Tom Mrakas

MAYOR TOM MRAKAS

www.aurora.ca/programguide

View Program Guide Online

www.aurora.ca/eplay

REGISTRATION DATES

Note: Non-resident surcharge will apply to select programs. Note: Register in-person at

HOW TO REGISTER

REGISTER ONLINE

• View the interactive Program Guide online.

° www.aurora.ca/programguide

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

° You will automatically be directed to e-PLAY.

° Click on Enroll Now to register online.

NOTE

• Registration starts at 6:00am on the first day.

• Search on e-PLAY using code # or program name.

• Email rleisure@aurora.ca for assistance.

• We do not accept telephone registrations.

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 – 5:00am to 5:00pm

No access to the building can be permitted during this time. Regular access and schedules will resume at 5:00pm.

AQUATIC LEADERSHIP 2024 PROGRAMS

Program Information & Registration

Aquatic Leadership program descriptions and course details are available online. Registration is open for all courses from January to December 2024. Please visit our website for full details.

www.aurora.ca/aquaticleadership

Children’s Programs – Ages 4 to 14

Youth Programs – Ages 13 to 15

Active & Sports • Arts & Dance

Educational & Technology

Exploration • Preschool Leadership & More!

www.aurora.ca/summercamps

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.

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

REGISTRATION FORMS

Please complete all of the required fields on your registration form.

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 $58.00 (tax included) and will need to be replaced by cash or certified cheque.

CANCELLATIONS

If a program is cancelled, you will be notified by email or telephone. You may transfer to another program, free of charge (subject to availability), receive a full refund, or apply a credit to your account.

REFUNDS

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

Non-Medical Refunds

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

Cancellation Options

7 Days or more prior to start of program.

6 Days or less prior to start of program.

After 1st class, before 2nd class.

Refund Policy

Full refund, no administration fee.

Full refund, less the $25.22 administration fee.

Prorated refund, less the $25.22 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). A medical note is required. Refunds/transfers will be processed according to the date your written request is received by our Department.

Membership Refunds

See Club Aurora Memberships page for refund information.

DROP-IN ACTIVITIES

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

WAITING LISTS

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

TRANSFERS

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

DISCOUNTS

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

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

SCHEDULES

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

SAFE ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE

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

PARTICIPANT BEHAVIOUR

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

PHOTOGRAPHS/VIDEOS

Photographs/videos may be taken of your own family only. Permission to take photographs/videos must be granted by a Coordinator, Supervisor or program instructor prior to taking any photographs or videos. Additionally, some of our programs have a parent’s day where families can take photographs/videos (of their own family). Underwater photography is not permitted.

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MARK THESE DATES

Hello Spring!

Saturday, March 30

9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Aurora Seniors Centre

 Wristbands must be purchased in advance at select Town facilities.

www.aurora.ca/HelloSpring

Aurora Art Show & Sale

Saturday, May 4 & Sunday, May 5

10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Aurora Town Hall

www.aurora.ca/ArtShow

Summer Cycle Challenge

July 1 to September 1

 Nine weeks of summer cycling challenges for all ages.

 Fantastic weekly prizes available to win while exploring Aurora.

 Pre-registration is required.

www.aurora.ca/CycleAurora

Canada Day Festivities

Sunday, June 30

Dance in the Park

7 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Aurora Town Park

Monday, July 1

Canada Day Parade & Festivities

Parade – Starts at 10 a.m.

Yonge St.

Festivities – 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Lambert Willson Park

www.aurora.ca/CanadaDay

ON YOUR CALENDAR

Concerts in the Park

July 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31

August 7, 14, 21 & 28

7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Aurora Town Park

www.aurora.ca/SummerConcerts

Movies in the Park

August 15, 22 & 29

Aurora Town Park

www.aurora.ca/MoviesInThePark

www.aurora.ca/SpecialEvents

Aurora’s Ribfest

Friday, August 23

4 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Saturday, August 24

11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Sunday, August 25

11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Machell Park

www.aurora.ca/Ribfest

Check out the Aurora Museum & Archives’ On Location exhibition inside the Royal Rose Art Gallery at 15210 Yonge St.

While we wait for our permanent home in the Aurora Town Square, we will be hosting a rotating series of exhibitions to bring Aurorans closer to their Town’s collection.

Visit the gallery to explore changing themes and objects, including our Spring exhibition focused on the theme of “Keeping in Touch”. The displays will be switched bi-monthly, so hurry in to see each one before another exciting exhibition opens.

For information about the Aurora Museum & Archives, and to learn about our local history, please visit us online.

On our website you will find interactive e-books, information on treaties, watch short documentaries on Aurora’s rich history and so much more.

auroramuseum.ca

Welcome to the Aurora Cultural Centre

Engaging performing arts, family presentations, classes, camps, exhibitions and special events for all ages!

What’s new this season?

We’re anticipating the return to Aurora Town Square as the Town’s exciting arts infrastructure project enters its final stages. We’ve been busy ramping up with new programs and events, which will continue to grow over the upcoming year!

What can you expect?

• We’re now on e-PLAY! Starting March 18, 2024 (at 6:00 am EST) all Aurora Cultural Centre Arts Educational programs, workshops, P.A. Days and Camps will now be registered through the Town of Aurora’s e-PLAY online registration system.

• Use your existing e-PLAY account, or create a new one to register. For more information, visit our Spring Classes & Workshops pages.

• Registration for any Aurora Cultural Centre program or camp opens for Residents and Non-Residents on the same date and time.

• This new procedure applies to the registration process only. All courses continue to be part of the Aurora Cultural Centre’s Arts Educational programming.

• Camps – and more camps! We heard you, and have introduced both half and full-day options with our popular summer art camps for ages 4 – 6, and 7 – 12.

• A new temporary gallery installation at the Aurora Family Leisure Complex (AFLC) to accompany the Mayor’s Celebration of Youth Arts 2024. Through April 17, 2024.

• We’ll continue to be out-and-about town. Members of our Staff team and volunteers from our Outreach Committee will see you around Aurora in the coming months, including:

• Aurora Home & Leisure Show | April 20 & 21

• Aurora Street Festival | June 2

• Canada Day Community Zone at Lambert Willson Park| July 1

• And more – stay tuned!

Voices of the World 2024 Concerts

Amir Amiri

Supported by Naghmeh Farahmand Persian fusion with santur, tonbak and daf.

April 6, 2024 @ 7:30 pm

Location:

Trinity Anglican Church, Aurora

$40 (HST INCL)

Family Series Show

May 18, 2024 @ 2:00 pm

Location:

Trinity Anglican Church, Aurora

$15 each / $45 (HST INCL)

Family 4-pack!

Supported by Tania Joy Soulful Songcraft

April 27, 2024 @ 7:30 pm

Location:

NC Aurora Armoury, Aurora

$40 (HST INCL)

Charles Richard-Hamelin, piano

Great Artist Music Series

May 10, 2024 @ 7:00 pm

Location:

Trinity Anglican Church, Aurora

$35 (HST INCL)

May 25, 2024 @ 11:00 am and 2:00 pm

An immersive and interactive “under the sea” dance experience for toddlers through to kindergarten-aged children and their grown-ups!

Location:

Aurora Public Library - Program Rm 1

$10 (HST INCL)

Quest for the Moon

A WeeFestival Production

May 26, 2024 @ 11:00 am and 2:00 pm

A sensory-rich shadow theatre performance about a very special friendship between a fox and the moon. For ages 2+.

Location:

Aurora Public Library - Program Rm 1

$10 (HST INCL)

Julian Taylor

Qiu Xia He & André Thibault – “China Speaks Your Language”

A tour of global music influences – from folk music traditions, to Indigenous voices, classical music, family shows and rock.

Wee Festival Aurora Magic Carpet Series

Voices of the World 2024 Concerts

Gryphon Trio

Great Artist Music Series

June 7, 2024 @ 7:00 pm

Location:

Trinity Anglican Church, Aurora $35 (HST INCL)

Mia Sheard’s “Songs are like Tattoos”

Joni Mitchell Tribute

June 14, 2024 @ 7:30 pm

Location:

NC Aurora Armoury, Aurora $50 (HST INCL)

Purchase information

• Individual tickets and packages now on sale. Create your own series with a Voices of the World Passport. Select three or more shows, and save 15%! Conditions apply.*

• For more information, and to purchase, visit www.AuroraCulturalCentre.ca

*Create your own music series mix with the Voices of the World Passport. Purchase 3 or more concerts and receive 15% off your total package price. Excludes Family shows. Discount applied at the time of checkout.

Gallery

The Mayor’s Celebration of Youth Arts (MCOYA)

An Annual Student Art Exhibition

February 10 – April 20, 2024

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

MCOYA returns in 2024 for its annual exhibition of grade 12 student’s artwork. Originating in 2011, this exhibition provides local youth artists with a space to showcase their bold ideas and designs without bounds or creative limitations.

MCOYA 24 Special Events:

a) After School Art Program (ASAP)

• Every Thursday, Feb 22 - Mar 21, 2024 from 4:30 - 6:30 pm

• An unguided free program offering MCOYA artists free, after-hours access to the gallery to work on creative projects and meet other artists.

b) Assignments of Art Class Past

• Feb 10 - Apr 17, 2024

• Location: Front Foyer, Aurora Family Leisure Complex

• An installation of selected artworks from the Aurora High School archive that have been dusted off for a first ever collective public celebration.

MCOYA generously sponsored by

To

Early Bird Gets the Worm

A group exhibition curated by Samantha Jones

May 18 – August 17

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

For our Early Bird Gets the Worm exhibition, the gallery focuses on the annual re-awakening of garage-sale season through a curation of kitschy, curious, and questionable works by artists of varying practices, cultures, and identities.

Special Events:

• Public Reception

• Thursday, May 23, from 6:30 - 8:30 pm

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

• Free Artist Workshops to be announced

Gallery Information

• The Gallery is located on the second floor of Aurora Town Hall.

• Gallery Hours are Monday – Saturday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm.

• Gallery admission and Art Events are offered at no charge.

• Exhibitions are also available to view online.

• ArtBytes digital content, including interviews and behind-thescenes tours accompany each exhibition.

ArtBytes generously supported by Program Sponsor

Zunairah W - Unveiled (2023) Zunairah Waqas; Acrylic on Canvas, 15.5 X 12 in

Dressed to the Brines (2023) by Jonah Strub, Glazed stoneware and fake eyelashes, 27 x 10 x 15 in

Spring Classes & Workshops

NEW! Register for all Aurora Cultural Centre Arts Educational programs through e-PLAY

Registration for all Aurora Cultural Centre Spring Programs and Summer Camps opens for Residents and Non-Residents at 6:00 am EST on March 18, 2024.

The Aurora Cultural Centre is pleased to announce that starting March 18, 2024 all Arts Educational programming – classes, workshops, P.A. Days & Camps will now be registered through the Town of Aurora’s e-PLAY online registration platform. You can find all current course information AuroraCulturalCentre.ca OR Aurora.ca/ programguide to view the Centre’s selection. All programs continue to be part of the Aurora Cultural Centre.

How to Register:

• Go to Aurora.ca/programguide landing page, and to view the interactive program guide online.

• Navigate to the Aurora Cultural Centre multi-page advertisement indicating all Spring Programs and Summer Camps.

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

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

• Use your existing e-PLAY account, or

• If new to e-PLAY, visit www.aurora.ca/en/town-services/eplay.aspx to create an account.

• Click on Enroll Now and sign into your account to register online.

• For assistance, please email rleisure@aurora.ca

• Alternatively, you may register in-person at the Aurora Family Leisure Complex (AFLC) or Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex (SARC).

Children’s Classes

Babies & Beats 1, Caregiver & Child with Sara Pakravan

Musical Sprouts I with Sara Pakravan

Ages 3 to 5

Pakravan

Babies and Beats 2, Caregiver and Child with Sara

Ages 19 to 36 months

Program code: 31209

Mondays • 9:00 am – 9:45 am

April 8 – June 10 • Skip May 6 and 20

Engage your little ones in a magical music journey! Explore rhythm, movement, and sound with interactive activities and gentle melodies using the ORFF method.

8 weeks $180 (HST incl)

Location: Aurora Public LibraryProgram room 1

Ages 6 to 18 months

Program code: 31936

Mondays • 10:00 am – 10:45 am

April 8 – June 10 • Skip May 6 and 20

Begin your baby’s musical adventure! Cultivate early bonds with lullabies, play, and soothing rhythms, nurturing lifelong music passion with specialized learning through ORFF techniques.

8 weeks $180 (HST incl)

Location: Aurora Public LibraryProgram room 1

Program code: 31937

Mondays • 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

April 8 – June 10 • Skip May 6 and 20

Cultivate a holistic experience! This program blends creative expression with key musical concepts, providing a holistic introduction to sound and rhythm.

8 weeks $240 (HST incl)

Location: Aurora Public LibraryProgram room 1

Spring Classes & Workshops

After School Comic Drawing with Jan Dolby

Ages 7 to 10

Program code: 31211

Mondays • 4:30 pm – 5:45 pm

April 8 – June 3 • Skip May 20

Discover comic creation basics: arrange characters, construct settings, and add speech bubbles in panels. Choose tools and styles to enhance storytelling.

8 weeks $210 (HST incl)

Location: Aurora TH - Cafeteria

Musical Sprouts II with Sara Pakravan

Ages 6 to 8

Program code: 31937

Tuesdays • 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm

April 9 – May 28

Ignite your child’s musical curiosity! This course unveils basic instruments, delves into varied music styles, and fosters creativity and collaboration.

8 weeks $240 (HST incl)

Location: Aurora TH-Cafeteria

You Can Uke It! with Anthony Clayton

Ages 6 to 8

Program code: 31222

Wednesdays • 4:30 pm – 5:45 pm

April 10 – June 5 • Skip May 1

Begin your musical journey on the perfect starter instrument. Explore fundamental skills including chords and chord progression, strumming techniques and rhythm patterns through a repertoire of popular and familiar tunes.

8 weeks $155 (HST incl)

Location: Aurora TH - Cafeteria

Children’s Visual Art 1 with Karen Johnston

Ages 4 to 6

Program code: 31238

Saturdays • 9:00 am – 11:00 am

April 13 – June 15 • Skip May 4 and 18

Join us for a fun filled session that builds on skills and delivers final artistic creations. Projects and themes change each term to keep young artists engaged, inspired and exploring their own arts journey.

8 weeks $210 (HST incl)

Location: Aurora TH - Cafeteria

Children’s Visual Art 2 with Karen Johnston

Ages 7 to 10

Program code: 31239

Saturdays • 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

April 13 – June 15 • Skip May 4 and 18

Young artists learn about famous artists, their unique styles, and how they were inspired by the world around them. This program incorporates new techniques and projects each year.

8 weeks $210 (HST incl)

Location: Aurora TH - Cafeteria

PA Day Programs with Karen Johnston

Ages 4 to 12

Program code: 31233

Friday, June 7 • 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Unleash your creativity using a variety of tools and materials and meet new friends in a fun and encouraging environment.

$60 (HST incl)

Location: ATS-Aurora Public LibraryProgram room 1

SAVE!

Register two children for the same PA Day program and pay $55 each. Use code BUNDLE2 at ticket selection!

Youth Classes

Youth Visual Art with Karen Johnston

Ages 11 to 15

Program code: 31240

Saturdays • 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

April 13 – June 15 • Skip May 4 and 18

Youth artists are welcomed to explore diverse genres like still life, portraits, and landscapes, learning from renowned artists’ influences and techniques.

8 weeks $210 (HST incl)

Location: urora TH - Cafeteria

After School Calligraphy with Liana Marinelli

Ages 12 to 17

Program code: 31229

Thursdays • 4:30 pm – 5:45 pm

April 11 – May 9 • Skip May 2

Cultivate your artistic flair with other teens, delving into innovative lettering styles, and unleashing your creativity.

4 weeks $100 (HST incl)

Location: Aurora TH-Tannery room

Classes for Adults (16+)

Mindfulness and Calligraphy with Liana Marinelli

Program code: 31241

Sundays • 10:00 am – 12:30 pm

April 7 – April 28

Discover inner tranquility through the art of mindful living and the beauty of calligraphic expression.

4 weeks $150 (HST incl)

Location: Aurora Town Square, Visual Arts Studio

Materials Cost: $40 (HST incl)

Spring Classes & Workshops

Drawing

and Sketching

with Jan Dolby

Program code: 31212

Mondays • 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

April 8 – June 3 • Skip May 6 and 20

Unlock drawing essentials in this hands-on class. Learn perspective, composition, design, and shading techniques to inspire your art practice.

8 weeks

$250 (HST incl)

Location: Aurora TH-Tannery room

Wood

Carving with

Arnold Koch

Program code: 31213

Mondays • 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

April 8 – June 3 • Skip May 20

Unlock the artistry within wood, whether you are a beginner or a seasoned wood turner. Learn to create intricate reliefs to dynamic sculptural pieces in the round.

8 weeks

$210 (HST incl)

Location: Aurora TH - Cafeteria

Expand Your Horizons in Acrylics Level 2 with

Helen Walter

Program code: 31220

Tuesdays • 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

April 9 – May 28

Discover unlimited stylistic and expressive possibilities in this acrylics class for the more advanced artist.

8 weeks

$250 (HST incl)

Location: Aurora TH - Cafeteria

Beginning Ukulele with Anthony Clayton

Program code: 31224

Wednesdays • 6:30 pm – 7:45 pm

April 10 – June 5 • Skip May 1

Start a joyful journey with the charming ukulele! Designed for absolute beginners - no musical theory required at all!

8 weeks $155 (HST incl)

Location: Aurora TH - 2nd Floor Atrium

Beginning Guitar with Anthony Clayton

Program code: 31225

Wednesdays • 8:15 pm – 9:30 pm

April 10 – June 5 • Skip May 1

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.

8 weeks $155 (HST incl)

Location: Aurora TH - 2nd Floor Atrium

Watercolours: Intermediate & Advance with Kathryn Christensen

Program code: 31226

Wednesdays • 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm

April 10 – June 5 • Skip May 1

Develop the essentials of watercolour painting, including composition, brush work, and use of colour.

8 weeks

$250 (HST incl)

Location: Aurora TH - Cafeteria

Photography with Steve Somerville

Program code: 31231

Thursdays • 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

April 11 – May 23 • Skip May 2

Explore creativity in our Photography Workshop led by an expert photographer, videographer, and photojournalist. All levels welcome. Capture storytelling moments!

8 weeks $180 (HST incl)

Location: AAurora TH - Tannery Room

Watercolours: Basics & Beyond with Karen Levert

Program code: 31230

Thursdays • 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

April 11 – June 6 • Skip May 2

In this beginner class students will work with the beautiful medium of watercolours through demonstrations, exercises, and paintings.

8 weeks $250 (HST incl)

Location: Aurora TH - Cafeteria

Intermediate Oil Painting with Rahil Ghandichaleshtori

Program code: 31234

Fridays • 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

April 12 - June 7 • Skip May 3

Perfect for intermediate painters wanting to enhance oil skills. Explore cold wax for denser layers. Learn palette knife techniques for vivid scenes.

8 weeks $220 (HST incl)

Location: Aurora TH - Cafeteria

Exploring Printmaking with Artist-Educator TBD

Program code: 31223

Wednesdays • 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

May 8 – May 29

Explore printmaking in our hands-on workshop. Learn linocut to etching techniques, discovering your artistic potential. Perfect for all levels.

4 weeks $150 (HST incl)

Location: Aurora TH - Cafeteria

Spring Classes & Workshops

Sumi-e Japanese Ink Painting: Introduction with

Diana Bullock

Program code: 31218

Tuesdays • 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

April 9 – May 28

Learn your brush painting skills with a focus on Sumi-e’s basic strokes and the Four Paragons—Brush, Ink, Grinding Stone, and Paper. Suitable for beginners or those with some experience.

8 weeks $180 (HST incl)

Location: Aurora TH - Tannery Room

Creative Artistry of Bookmaking with

Mohammad Tabesh

Program code: 31232

Wednesdays • 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

June 12 - July 3

Explore book craftsmanship, understand a book’s inner structure, and create a unique personal journal. Join all ages for hands-on bookbinding and community.

4 weeks $200 (HST incl)

Location: Aurora TH - Cafeteria

Materials Cost: $30 (HST incl)

One-Day Workshops for Adults (16+)

Indigenous Beading Art for Mother’s Day with Joy Rogers

Program code: 31939

Sunday, May 12 • 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Craft unique beadwork for Mother’s Day with an Indigenous artist’s guidance. Express love through timeless traditions, celebrating and honouring mothers.

$65 (HST incl)

Location: Aurora TH - Cafeteria

Materials Cost: $35 (HST incl)

Crepe Paper Flowers with Jessie Chui

Program code: 31235

Sunday, May 19 • 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Craft everlasting paper florals in a lively workshop, mastering crepe paper techniques to fashion realistic peonies for various occasions. Suitable for novices.

$75 (HST incl)

Location: Aurora TH - Cafeteria

Materials Cost: $15 (HST incl)

iPad/Tablet Drawing for Artists with Jan Dolby

Program code: 31236

Sunday, May 26 • 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Explore digital art on your iPad/tablet! Ideal for artists with prior experience. Learn Procreate basics: brushes, gestures, layers, colour, and more.

10 weeks

$50 (HST incl)

Location: Aurora TH - Cafeteria

Classes for Older Adults (55+)

Watercolours the Basics with Fiona Evans

Program code: 31210

Mondays • 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm

April 8 – June 17 • Skip May 6 and 20

Ideal for beginners, this watercolour class provides step-by-step guidance in a relaxed, creative environment.

10 weeks

$151 (HST incl)

Location: Aurora TH - Cafeteria

Watercolour Level 2 with Karen Levert

Program code: 31216

Tuesdays • 9:30 am – 11:30 am

April 9 – June 11

Watercolour class for experienced artists to refine style and learn new techniques. Emphasis on colour mixing, negative space, and drawing incorporation.

10 weeks $155 (HST incl)

Location: Aurora TH - Cafeteria

Watercolour Level 1 with Karen Levert

Program code: 31217

Tuesdays • 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm

April 9 – June 11

This class invites beginners & those with little experience. Learn washes, dry brushing, colour mixing, project planning, with drawings included.

10 weeks $151 (HST incl)

Location: Aurora TH - Cafeteria

Drawing Fundamentals with Judy Sherman

Program code: 31221

Wednesdays • 9:00 am – 10:30 am

April 10 – June 19 • Skip May 1

Anyone can learn to draw. This class will introduce technical and creative exercises to develop key drawing skills to use as you start your art practice.

10 weeks $127 (HST incl)

Location: Aurora TH - Cafeteria

Classes for Older Adults (55+)

Acrylic Beginner with Judy Sherman

Program code: 31227

Thursdays • 9:00 am – 11:00 am

April 11 – June 20 • Skip May 2

Explore acrylic paint’s forgiving nature, experiment with techniques, choose paints and surfaces, optimize tools, and delve into basic colour theory.

10 weeks

$153 (HST incl)

Location: Aurora TH - Cafeteria

Acrylic Intermediate with Judy Sherman

Program code: 31228

Thursdays 11:30 am – 1:30 am

April 11 – June 20 • Skip May 2

For seasoned acrylic artists, continue to acquire and expand your techniques and composition knowledge.

10 weeks

$155 (HST incl)

Location: Aurora TH - CafeteriaWeek 8

SUMMER CAMPS

(Ages 4 to 12)

Take your child on a creative summer art journey! Visual arts camps at the Centre offer themed weeks, art techniques, the opportunity to meet new friends, and most of all have fun.

New!

Half AND Full-day options are available for programs; Mixed Media Mashup (ages 7 to 12) and Young Artist Studio (ages 4 to 6). Please bring a nut-free lunch and snacks, and a refillable water bottle each day. All materials are provided for this program, and each camper receives our signature Aurora Cultural Centre Artist T-shirt!

Location: TBD

Time: Full Day – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Half Day – 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

Week 1

The Wonderful World of Nature and Animals

An enjoyable art camp for budding artists. Participants draw inspiration from nature, engage in sea-themed projects, and explore plein-air painting.

Tuesday – Friday • July 2 – July 5

Mixed Media Mashup

HALF-DAY

Program code: 31244

$105

Week 2

Artistic Imaginations

Young Artist Studio

FULL-DAY HALF-DAY

Program code: 31940Program code: 31243 $220 $105

Delve into the world of fantasy, myths, and legends and create art pieces inspired by unicorns, dragons, mermaids, monsters, and more sparking boundless imagination!

Monday – Friday • July 8 – July 12

Mixed Media Mashup

HALF-DAY

Program code: 31247

$130

Week 3

Art and Science Fusion

Young Artist Studio

FULL-DAY HALF-DAY

Program code: 31941Program code: 31246 $270 $130

Blend artistic expression with scientific concepts, crafting projects that seamlessly integrate creativity and exploration of science!

Monday – Friday • July 15 – July 19

Mixed Media Mashup

HALF-DAY

Program code: 31250

$130

Young Artist Studio

FULL-DAY HALF-DAY

Program code: 31942Program code: 31249

$270 $130

Summer Camps

Week 4

Eco-Art

Create art using recycled materials and focus on themes of environmental awareness!

Monday – Friday • July 22 – July 26

Mixed Media Mashup

HALF-DAY

Program code: 31253

$130

Week 5

Art Around the Globe

Young Artist Studio

FULL-DAY HALF-DAY

Program code: 31943

Program code: 31252

$270 $130

Campers draw artistic inspiration learning about new lands, people and places. Take a voyage of discovery around the globe to learn about how different artforms have been created around the world.

Monday – Friday • July 29 – August 2

Mixed Media Mashup

HALF-DAY

Program code: 31256

$130

Week 6

Art Through the Ages

Young Artist Studio

FULL-DAY HALF-DAY

Program code: 31944

Program code: 31255

$270 $130

Campers draw artistic inspiration from past creative expressions through human history. Journey through art history, exploring different artistic movements and styles.

Tuesday – Friday • August 6 – August 9

Mixed Media Mashup

FULL-DAY HALF-DAY

Program code: 31257

Program code: 31260

$220 $105

Young Artist Studio

HALF-DAY

Program code: 31259

$105

Week 7

Visual Art and Music Harmony

Campers draw artistic inspiration from music as it aligns with visual art projects. Explore the connection between visual art and music, creating representations inspired by various musical influences!

Monday – Friday • August 12 – August 16

Mixed Media Mashup

FULL-DAY HALF-DAY

Program code: 31261

Program code: 31264

$270 $130

Week 8

Young Artist Studio

HALF-DAY

Program code: 31263

$130

Famous Artists & Their Styles

Campers draw artistic inspiration from recognition of well-known artists and their work. Delve into the styles and techniques used by some of the most famous artists in history learn about various mediums and experiment with recreating iconic artworks.

Monday – Friday • August 19 – August 23

Mixed Media Mashup

FULL-DAY HALF-DAY

Program code: 31265

Program code: 31268

$270 $130

Week 9

Young Artist Studio

HALF-DAY

Program code: 31267

$130

Now Streaming: Animation

Lights! Camera! Action! Learn the art of storytelling through visuals. Campers will create their characters using various art materials and techniques.

Monday – Friday • August 26 – August 30

Mixed Media Mashup

FULL-DAY HALF-DAY

Program code: 31269

Program code: 31272

$270 $130

Young Artist Studio

HALF-DAY

Program code: 31271

$130

BABY AND TODDLER STORYTIME Drop in Tuesdays | 10:30am | Living Room

Get ready to bounce, giggle and read.

FAMILY STORYTIME Drop in Wednesdays & Saturdays 10:30am | Living Room

Join us for books, rhymes and lots of fun.

Storytime promotes early literacy and language development through books, rhymes, songs and movement. Our interactive, staff-led literacy programs engage children and help develop a lifelong love of reading.

TIME FOR TODDLERS Drop in Thursdays | 10:00am | Living Room

Movement, rhythm and reading - perfect for little ones.

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

BABY STORYTIME Drop in Fridays | 10:30am | Living Room

Songs, stories, rhymes and more in this storytime just for babies.

SUMMER READING CLUB 2024

June 15 – September 14

There will be beads! There will be reading! There will be prizes!

Register for the Summer Reading Club and pick up your “Read and Bead” necklace and brag tag. Log the minutes you read to earn reward beads. Complete the 20 hours of your reading goal and win a prize pack.

Keep reading and get free books for each milestone after that. Plus, earn beads for attending library programs. Register at aurorapl.beanstack.org

DAILY SUMMER READING CLUB ACTIVITIES!

2:30 – 4:30pm

Drop in and make something cool or learn a new skill. We have great parties planned and daily activities to make this the best summer ever! Registration is not required, but space is limited. If we reach capacity, we will offer timed tickets for the next session.

FLOWERS AND SHOWERS ONLINE

READING CLUB (ages 0 - 12)

April 1 - June 30

Get your spring reading on and earn online badges for reading, writing reviews and completing activities. Register at aurorapl.beanstack.org

FEMINIST BOOK CLUB

Tuesdays | April 9, May 14, June 11, July 9

August 13 | 7:00pm

A discussion of a new book or film every month that explores feminist themes through a wide array of genres. Register at bit.ly/3vEFSfm

APL AFTERNOON BOOK CLUB

Mondays | April 15, May 13, June 17, July 15, August 19 | 2:30pm | Multi-Use Room

Join book lovers like yourself to discuss the monthly selection. To register and reserve your book, visit aurorapl.ca

APL EVENING BOOK CLUB Hybrid

Wednesdays | April 24, May 29, June 26, July 31, August 28 | 7:00pm | Board Room

Join us for an engaging Book Club discussion. To register and reserve your book, visit aurorapl.ca

NEWCOMER BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP

Wednesdays | April 24, May 22, June 26

July 24, August 28 | 7:00pm

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.

OUTDOOR BOOK DISCUSSION FOR TEENS

Tuesdays | July 9, August 6 | 4:00pm | Town Park

A group discussion about life-changing books and the many ways they can inspire you. Register at aurorapl.ca

READ WOKE (Teens)

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

For a full list of our programs visit aurorapl.ca

ADULT READING CHALLENGES (ages 18+)

Spring Challenge | April 1 - June 30

Summer Challenge | July 1 - Aug 31

Earn great prizes for reading!

YA READING CHALLENGES (ages 13-17)

Spring Challenge | April 1 - June 30

Summer Challenge | July 1 - Aug 31

Discover new books, learn something new and make new friends.

Track the books you read, complete activities, write reviews and earn digital badges to win prizes from different Aurora businesses.

To register for a Reading Challenge, visit aurorapl.beanstack.org

READERS’ ADVISORY SERVICE

Tell us what you like by filling out a readers’ advisory form at bit.ly/3Y06f9u and we will email you a list of book suggestions. Our library staff know their stuff and we are here to help you find what to read next.

HOW TO MAKE A SMOOTHIE (teens)

Thursdays | July 4, August 1 | 4:00pm

Optimist Room

Learn how to make a perfect smoothie and blend your way to a healthier day. Register at aurorapl.ca

TEEN ADVISORY GROUP (TAG)

Thursdays | April 11, May 9, June 13

July 11, August 8 | 4:00pm

Multi-Use Room

Local teens wanted to contribute fresh ideas for our YA programs and collections. Earn volunteer hours while helping to create a vibrant place for you and your peers. To join, email ya@aurorapl.ca

TEEN HUB Drop in

Mondays | 3:00 - 5:00pm | Multi-Use Room

Check out this teen-only space where you can study, play games and ask for assistance. Free snacks provided.

For a full list of our programs visit aurorapl.ca

SPICE CLUB

Wednesdays | April 10, May 8, June 12, July 10, August 14 | 7:00pm | Multi-Use Room

Sample a different spice each month and try a new recipe. Experiment on your own, and maybe bring in something delicious to share with the group. Register at aurorapl.ca

KAHOOT TRIVIA CHALLENGE

Sundays | 10:00am

Make your way through 20 themed trivia questions to test your knowledge. The challenge will be live from Sun - Fri. Winners will be announced on Friday at 4pm.

The Creative Studio is the perfect place to make your projects come to life. Learn to 3D print, 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. Create, innovate and collaborate!

JUST 4 YOU (Monthly Women’s Meetup)

Tuesdays | April 9, May 14, June 11, July 9, August 13 | 10:00am | 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/405b0Ql

BABY CAFÉ

Thursdays | April 18, May 16, June 20, July 18, August 15 | 10:30am | Magna Room

Hands-on gentle movements to enhance your baby’s physical development and well-being followed by a discussion led by an Early Learning Specialist. Make new friends - and give your baby the opportunity to make new friends too!

Register at bit.ly/46Z7NUG

In partnership with EarlyON Child & Family Centres Aurora.

AURORA

ART EXHIBITS

Survival

Karim Abed

February 26 – April 8

Visages

JoAnne Caza

April 15 – May 25

An Interpretive Storyline of a Relationship

Gary E. Johnson

June 3 – July 13

The Colleen Abbo� Gallery is located on the second floor of the Library. To enjoy ar�sts’ talks and commentary on the exhibits, visit bit.ly/3sIvmyY

SETTLEMENT WORKER Drop in

Tuesdays | April 16, May 21, June 18, July 16, August 20 | 1:00 - 4:30pm Living Room

Help for new Canadians with information and referrals on language training, career and employment, housing, health care, education, transit, citizenship, important documents and more.

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

AURORA WALKING TOURS

Saturday May 25

Learn about Yonge Street – its beginnings in the 18th century as a military road and its evolution to meet community needs.

Saturday June 15

Discover Wellington Street – a road with over 150 years of industry, business and homes. Register at bit.ly/48XvVJ4

10:30am - 12:30pm In partnership with

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.

Inclusive Package

Includes Equipment & Weights Package, Group Fitness & Aquafitness Package & Squash Package.

Equipment & Weights Package

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

Group Fitness & Aquafitness Package

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

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.

Pool Package

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

Age Categories

Please refer to chart above for pricing per age category.

Youth – 12 to 17 years

Adult – 18+ years

Older Adult – 55+ years

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.

CLUB AURORA GROUP FITNESS CLASSES

CLUB AURORA FITNESS CENTRE

FITNESS CENTRE – HOURS OF OPERATION

SPRING & SUMMER: 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

SPRING: Group Fitness Schedule – March 16 to June 30, 2024

SUMMER: Group Fitness Schedule – July 1 to September 2, 2024

Group Fitness Class Schedules are available online at www.aurora.ca/fitnessclasses

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

ZUMBA FITNESS ®

This class fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow dance moves to create a dynamic work out that will blow you away.

CLUB AURORA FITNESS CENTRE

Club Aurora’s fitness facility is located at the Aurora Family Leisure Complex. 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

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.

FITNESS REGISTERED PROGRAMS

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.

PILATES

Age: 14+ years

Location: *AFLC Lind Realty Team Fitness Studio ^AFLC The Loft

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.

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. Fitness mats are provided, however please feel free to bring your own yoga mat if you wish.

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.

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.

CLUB AURORA WELLNESS SERIES

Featuring health and wellness topics!

FUN GUIDED HIKES

Age: 18+ years

Location:

AGE REQUIREMENTS

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

Bush

^Hadley Grange

~Willow Farm Lane

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.

PILATES

Age: 14+ years

Location: 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.

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.

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 registration for prime time and entitled to sign-up for two free nights (Mon and Wed) of house league. Members must pay applicable $43.28 fee for round robin play.

www.aurora.ca/personaltraining

PERSONAL TRAINING PACKAGES

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.

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.

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.

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

Mon & Wed

6:00am - 9:00am 11:30am - 1:00pm 4:00pm - 5:00pm* 8:30pm - 10:00pm

*Available: Apr 1 to June 12

Tue & Thu 6:00am - 9:00am

- 1:00pm

- 10:00pm

6:00am - 9:00am

4:00pm

- 1:00pm

*Available: Apr 5 to June 14

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

- 11:30am

11:00am

Sat 8:00am - 9:30am SENSORY SWIM

JULY 1 - SEPTEMBER 2, 2024 DAY LANE SWIM & SPA POOL LEISURE SWIM

Mon to Fri

6:00am - 9:00am 11:30am - 1:30pm 3:30pm - 5:00pm* *Mon to Thu

1:45pm - 3:15pm* *Mon, Wed & Fri

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.

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

Mon & Wed 7:30am - 8:45am 11:00am - 1:00pm 9:00pm - 10:30pm

Tue & Thu 7:30am - 8:45am 11:00am - 1:00pm 9:00pm - 10:30pm

Fri 7:30am - 8:45am 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sat 12:30pm - 2:00pm 2:15pm - 3:45pm Sun 12:30pm - 2:00pm 2:15pm - 3:45pm

JULY 1 - SEPTEMBER 2,

2024 DAY LANE SWIM LEISURE SWIM

- 1:00pm

2:15pm

8:00pm

12:00pm

Sun

ADMISSION FEES (HST Included)

Under 4 Years

Free

4 to 17 Years

$3.12 per person (per visit) | $24.96 for 10 x visits

Adult (18 to 54 years)

$5.00 per person (per visit) | $40.00 for 10 x visits

Older Adult (55 years and older)

$3.85 per person (per visit) | $30.78 for 10 x visits

SWIM SCHEDULES

Visit www.aurora.ca/aquatics for schedules.

MARCH BREAK SCHEDULE

SARC Pool - March 11 to 15, 2024

AFLC Pool - Closed March 11 to 24, 2024

Visit www.aurora.ca/aquatics for schedule.

DESJARDINS DAYS

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

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.

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.

GENERAL AQUATIC INFORMATION

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 SCHEDULES

March 11 to 24, 2024

AFLC Pool will be closed for annual pool maintenance.

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

Holiday Schedules

March Break - March 11 to 15, 2024

Good Friday - March 29, 2024

Victoria Day - May 20, 2024

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

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.

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.

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.

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: SARC – SPRING

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.

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.

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

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INSTRUCTOR REQUESTS

The Aquatics Division does recognize the importance of consistency in instructors and offers parents an opportunity to request the same instructor for repeat sessions. Please visit www.aurora.ca/learntoswim to complete the Aquatics Instructor Request form no later than 1 week prior to the start of the lesson. We will do our best to accommodate your request.

AQUATIC LEADERSHIP INFORMATION

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

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:

– Step 2

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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

Location:

– SPRING

Check out our 2024 Summer Camps Program Guide for the Super Swimmers course available in July and August. Many Town summer camp programs also include swimming as one of the activities. Full details at aurora.ca/summercamps.

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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 – SPRING

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 – SPRING

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.

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

SWIM DEVELOPMENT 1 & 2

Age: 6 to 12 years

This dual-level class is designed for candidates who have unsuccessfully completed Swimmer 1 or Swimmer 2 only. Provides practical skill development for incomplete items.

Prerequisite: previous Swimmer 1 or Swimmer 2 class

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

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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

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SWIM DEVELOPMENT 3 & 4

Age: 6 to 12 years

This dual-level class is designed for candidates who have unsuccessfully completed Swimmer 3 or Swimmer 4 only. Provides practical skill development for incomplete items.

Prerequisite: previous Swimmer 3 or Swimmer 4 class

Location: AFLC – SUMMER

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:

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: SARC – SPRING

SWIM DEVELOPMENT 5 & 6

Age: 6 to 12 years

This dual-level class is designed for candidates who have unsuccessfully completed Swimmer 5 or Swimmer 6 only. Provides practical skill development for incomplete items.

Prerequisite: previous Swimmer 5 or Swimmer 6 class

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. Family members may not necessarily be together. Class sizes will vary. A maximum of 4 swimmers per class.

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: AFLC – SPRING

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

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

– SPRING

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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 – SPRING

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: SARC – SUMMER

BRONZE PREP

Age: 12+ years

New!

This class is designed to assist candidates in strengthening skills required to be successful in advanced leadership programs. Practical development for Bronze Medallion and Bronze Cross levels. Not a certification course.

Prerequisite: Swimmer 6

Location: SARC – SUMMER

NATIONAL LIFEGUARD PREP

Age: 14+ years

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

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New!

This class is designed to assist candidates in strengthening skills required to be successful in advanced leadership programs. Practical development for National Lifeguard award. Not a certification course. Prerequisite: Bronze Cross

Location: SARC – SUMMER

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.

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.

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 – SPRING

Location: SARC

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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 – SPRING

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FITNESS SWIMMER

Age: 10 to 16 years

Geared toward swimmers who want to improve their overall physical fitness in the water. Fitness Swimmer provides a structured approach based on accepted training principles and practices, including interval training, sprints and distance swims. Candidates set their own goals to improve overall physical fitness.

Prerequisite: Swimmer 6, Teen 3 or equivalent

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

LEARN TO SWIM

LIFESAVING SPORT DEVELOPMENT

Age: 8+ years

This class is designed to introduce swimmers to unique skills involved in Lifesaving Sport and to promote participation in the Aurora Lifesaving Club. Current ALC participants can also enjoy some extra practice and development.

Prerequisite: Swimmer 4

Location: SARC – SUMMER

INCLUSIVE SWIM LESSON

Age: 3+ years

30-Minute Class

•This class is for levels Preschool – Step 1 to Swimmer 2. 45-Minute Class

• This class is for levels Swimmer 3 to Swimmer 6.

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 – SPRING – 30-Minute Class

Swim Levels: Preschool – Step 1 to Swimmer 2

Location: SARC – SPRING – 30-Minute Class

Swim Levels: Preschool – Step 1 to Swimmer 2

Location: AFLC – SPRING – 45-Minute Class

Swim Levels: Swimmer 3 to Swimmer 6

Location: SARC – SPRING – 45-Minute Class

Swim

PRIVATE LESSONS

Age: 3+ years

One swimmer with one instructor focusing on any level from Preschool – Step 1 to Swimmer 6 within the private class, or any goal you may have including fitness, endurance, stroke correction and more. Patrol levels, Bronze Star and Aquatic Leadership certifications cannot be completed during a private swim lesson.

Location: – SPRING AFLC

Sat Apr 6 5:00pm – 5:30pm $323.40/11 31043

Sat Apr 6 5:30pm – 6:00pm $323.40/11 31044

Sun Apr 7 10:00am – 10:30am $323.40/11 31045

Sun Apr 7 10:30am – 11:00am $323.40/11 31046 Sun Apr 7 11:00am – 11:30am $323.40/11 31047

Sun Apr 7 11:30am – 12:00pm $323.40/11 31048

Sun Apr 7 12:00pm – 12:30pm $323.40/11 31049

Sun Apr 7 12:30pm – 1:00pm $323.40/11 31050

Sun Apr 7 3:00pm – 3:30pm $323.40/11 31051

Sun Apr 7 3:45pm – 4:15pm $323.40/11 31052

Sun Apr 7 4:00pm – 4:30pm $323.40/11 31053

Sun Apr 7 4:30pm – 5:00pm $323.40/11 31054

Sun Apr 7 5:15pm – 5:45pm $323.40/11 31055

10:15am – 10:45am $294.00/10 31077

M-F July 15 10:30am – 11:00am $294.00/10 31078

M-F July 15 10:45am – 11:15am $294.00/10 31079

M-F July 15 11:00am – 11:30am $294.00/10 31080

M-F July 29 9:00am – 9:30am $264.60/9 31081

M-F July 29 9:30am – 10:00am $264.60/9 31082

M-F July 29 10:00am – 10:30am $264.60/9 31083

M-F July 29 10:15am – 10:45am $264.60/9 31084

M-F July 29 10:30am – 11:00am $264.60/9 31085

M-F July 29 10:45am – 11:15am $264.60/9 31086

M-F July 29 11:00am – 11:30am $264.60/9 31087

M-F Aug 12 9:00am – 9:30am $294.00/10

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SHALLOW WATER PRIVATE LESSONS

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 – SPRING

ADAPTED PRIVATE LESSONS

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.

– SPRING

Location:

– SUMMER

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 $16.90 per person per class. Maximum of 5 people. Participants should be the same swim ability (for example: all beginners).

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 $25.00 per person per class.

Par ticipants must be within 1 swim level of each other.

INCLUSION SERVICES

Aqua Buddies

Through our volunteer program, we aim to place an available Aqua Buddy in a swim class to provide extra support where needed.

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.

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

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

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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

Note: Applicable courses must have been taken with the Town of Aurora Aquatics division. 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 REQUIREMENTS

Aquatic Assistant

Lifeguard

Aquatic Instructor

Application Process

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

• 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.

• Go to www.aurora.ca/jobs to view available positions and apply online using our virtual career centre.

• Successful applicants will be emailed to confirm an interview date and time.

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

T OWN OF A URORA PRESCHOOL PRESCHOOL

FUN THEMED WORKSHOPS

Join Us For These Exciting Programs!

HOP INTO SPRING!

Age: 2 to 4 years

Location: SARC

The bees are buzzing and birds are chirping! Come hop into spring and join us as we celebrate the season. You and your little bunny will bounce along to songs, make a craft, and take part in spring themed activities.

KING OF THE CASTLE

Age: 4 to 6 years

Location: SARC

Join us for an hour full of dragons, knights, princes and princesses! Your little royals will hear a story from long ago, make their very own crown, and enjoy a castle building activity.

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.

DRAWING & PAINTING

Age: 3 to 5 years

Location: SARC

ABC 123

Age: 2 to 4 years

Location: SARC

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

DANCE – BALLET

Age: 3 to 5 years

Location: Aurora Town Square

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.

DANCE – HIP HOP

Age: 3 to 5 years

Location: Aurora Town Square

New!

Move to the groove and bop to the beat. Each class will consist of learning the basics of hip hop 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.

New!

Explore themed classes that allow your child to express and learn about colour, art and space. Parent/Guardian must remain in the program space for the entirety of the program.

*April 18 Theme: Farm Animals (4 weeks)

^May 16 Theme: Under the Sea (4 weeks)

ENGINEERING FOR KIDS – PLAYFUL PLAYGROUND

Age: 4 to 6 years

Location: Aurora Town Square

Children will become mechanical engineers that have been hired to design the ultimate playground in their community. Playgrounds are packed full of simple machines such as levers, wheels and axles, inclined planes and pulleys. In these lessons, students will learn about the simple machines they encounter every day at the playground, while advancing their literacy skills through a variety of read aloud. They will tackle fun and engaging challenges while using the EFK Engineering Design Process. We can’t wait to play!

JUMPING JELLYBEANS

Age: 11 to 24 months

Location: SARC

This physical activity program introduces un-structured play and basic movement skills; encouraging strength and gross motor development. You will enjoy the time you share together as your little one explores the physical world around them, through movement, songs and use of a variety of gross motor equipment. Indoor footwear is required. Please register each child individually. Maximum 2 children per adult.

PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS

KIND & CONFIDENT – LITTLE LEADERS

Age: 4 to 6 years

Location: Aurora Town Square

Empowering our future leaders to foster a growth mindset and lead with kindness. Including kids yoga, mindful crafting and more.

KINDERFUN

Age: 2 to 4 years

Location: SARC

This super fun class encourages you and your child to discover the world around you by using your senses. Water, sand, finger paint, games and themed crafts will challenge and entertain you. Please register each child individually. Maximum 2 children per adult. Participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

KINDERGARTEN READINESS

Age: 3 to 5 years

Location: SARC

Preschoolers prepare for school by focusing on their literacy, numeracy, personal and social development, plus physical and arts education. Your child will need to have a nutritious snack each day, as well as indoor play shoes. Your child must be fully toilet trained. Staff will phone registered participants to confirm orientation details.

KINDY CLUB

Age: 3 to 5 years

Location: SARC

Children will learn socialization, independence and creative skills. The day will include circle activities and child-guided activity stations. Your child will need to have a nutritious snack each day, as well as indoor play shoes. Your child must be fully toilet trained. Staff will phone registered participants to confirm orientation details.

*No class on: May 20

LITTLE SLUGGER – INTRO TO BASEBALL

Age: 4 to 6 years

Location: Aurora Heights Public School

KIND & CONFIDENT – MINDFUL MOVERS

Age: 3 to 12 months

Location: Aurora Town Square

Connecting you and your little one through self love and mindfulness fun. Including baby yoga, music fun, an empowering storytime and more.

KIND & CONFIDENT – TOT’S YOGA

Age: 3 to 5 years

Location: Aurora Town Square

Supporting preschoolers to 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.

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.

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.

*No

on: May 2

PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS

MOVERS & SHAKERS

Age: 1 to 3 years

Location: SARC

This class emphasizes exploration, expression and imagination. Your child will develop body awareness, musicality, balance and coordination. This program will also introduce your child to basic movement skills, encouraging strength and gross motor skills. Participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

MUSIC & MOVEMENT

Age: 6 months to 1 1/2 years

Location: SARC

New!

Join us for some parent and child fun as we explore sounds, instruments, gross motor movement/dance and sensory experiences. Staff will lead families through a series of games and activities aimed at encouraging movement and expression, while starting to develop a love of music. Participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

*No class on: June 7

PARENTS & PIPSQUEAKS

Age: 6 months to 2 years

Location: SARC

Through crafts, songs, activities and the use of age appropriate equipment, children will explore their surroundings with our dedicated staff leading the way. Maximum 2 children per adult. Please register each child individually. Babies under 6 months are welcome to attend this program (with a paid participant), although they should be in a sling or snuggly, not left in a car seat or stroller.

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 entirely of this program.

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 entirely of this program.

PLAYBALL – SPORT COACHING FOR KIDS

Age: 3 to 4 years

Location: ACC

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.

*No class on: Apr 27

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 entirely of this program.

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.

*No class on: Apr 27

PLAYBALL – SUMMER SOCCER NURSERY

2’S CAN PLAY TOO!

Age: 2 years

Location: Fleury Park

Introduce your preschooler to a gentle, non-competitive and fun time of playing soccer and developing gross motor skills. With a wide range of activities to stimulate and improve your children’s overall development, participants will build a foundation for successful future participation in soccer and team sports.

AGE REQUIREMENTS

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

PLAYBALL – SUMMER SOCCER NURSERY

Age: See below

Location: Fleury Park

This program is the perfect introduction to soccer skills and team participation. With a wide range of activities to stimulate and improve your child’s overall development, this positive, non-competitive program builds the foundation for successful participation in soccer and other team sports in future. Age: 3 to 4 years

PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS

PLAYTIME PALS

Age: 1 to 2 years

Location: SARC

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

PRESCHOOL PLAYHOUSE

Age: 1 1/2 to 3 years

Location: SARC

Age: 4 1/2 to 6 years

PLAYBALL – TWO CAN DO

Age: 2 years

Location: ACC

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.

*No class on: Apr 27

You and your little one will participate in an interactive circle time, story time and show off their creative side. Each class will consist of different programming and activities for you both to enjoy. Participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

*No class on: June 7

STORYTIME ADVENTURES

Age: 2 to 4 years

Location: SARC

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

STROLLER DERBY

Age: 1 month to 2 years

Location: Lambert Willson Park

New!

Bring your babies and strollers for an hour of stretching, lunges, calisthenics and baby talk. Parents are welcome to nurse/bottle feed as needed. Class is outdoors, weather permitting.

PRESCHOOL DROP-IN

Join us at the SARC for some fun! March 30 to June 15, 2024

PRESCHOOL DROP-IN

Age: Newborn to 5 years

Location: SARC

Fee: $3.50 per child, supervising adults are free

Having fun with your preschooler just became a little bit easier! Come play with your child (newborn to 5 years) on a variety of gross motor equipment, learning stations and much more. Preschool equipment will be cleaned and sanitized regularly by Town staff. Note: Caregivers must supervise children at all times.

DAY TIME

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

DISCOVER

THE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL

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

WHO WILL YOU BE?

cds.on.ca/whowillyoube

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS

FUN THEMED WORKSHOPS

Join Us For These Exciting Programs!

THE HUNT IS ON

Age: 6 to 8 years

Location: SARC

If you look close enough, you may find what you’re looking for. Join this workshop and participate in different types of scavenger hunt activities. You may even leave with some awesome findings.

APRIL SHOWERS BRINGS MAY FLOWERS

Age: 6 to 8 years

Location: SARC

Nothing says “May” like flowers in bloom. Learn different unique art techniques to create flowers. Using your creativity and different everyday materials, create your own flower art masterpiece.

BADMINTON

Age: 6 to 10 years

Location: *Rick Hansen Public School

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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.

BASKETBALL BASICS

Age: 7 to 12 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.

AM LEARNING – AMAZING PAINTERS

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 (crayons, markers, oil pastels) ready before class.

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

Age: SR – 10 to 12 years

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. Hat will be included.

*No class on: May 20

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. Hat will be included.

DANCE – BALLET

Age: 6 to 10 years

Location: Aurora Town Square

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.

*No class on: Apr 27

DANCE – HIP HOP

Age: 8 to 12 years

Location: ACC

New!

Move to the groove and freestyle your way to learning the latest moves on the street. Each class will consist of learning the basics of hip hop dance. Join the fun and let your child dancer develop confidence and creativity.

*No class on: May 22

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS

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.

*No class on: May 22

ECO-KIDS

Age: 8 to 12 years

Location: Sheppard’s Bush

New!Join us in the outdoors to learn more about our parks, orienteering and the environment. Learn about the impact we have on our local environment, trail walks, adventure games and more. ECO Kids “weather” the elements, so come dressed for the day’s weather.

ENGINEERING FOR KIDS – CODING NINJA ATTACK VIDEO GAME

Age: 7 to 11 years

Location: Aurora Town Square

In Coding Game Design Ninja Attack, we will create our own version of a Platform game set in a dojo that we will defend from a ninja attack. We will use the Engineering Design Process to create a storyboard to outline the rules of play and characters for our game. Then, we will use software to bring our storyboard to life with programming. At the end of the class, everyone takes home a working Windows compatible video game.

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.

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.

INTRO TO SOCCER

Age: 6 to 10 years

Location: Aurora Sports Dome

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: May 20

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.

*No class on: May 20

AGE REQUIREMENTS

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

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS

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: May 20

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!

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.

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.

KIDS GREAT MINDS – VIRTUAL REALITY CHARACTER

DESIGN

Age: 8 to 12 years

Location: AFLC

This program is for every child interested in 3D Character Design and Virtual Reality (VR). Learn how to create industry level, high resolution and textured 3D characters from their favourite movies and video games. These characters will be added to their own personalized environments. KGM will bring in the VR goggles so everyone can enjoy their amazing work.

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.

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.

LEARN TO PLAY CHESS

Age: 5 to 9 years

Location: SARC

The Queen, Bishops, Knights, Rooks and Pawns all assemble to defend the King. Learn the basics of chess including piece movement, starting positions, strategy and endgame. Playing chess provides proven benefits to concentration, problem solving and creative thinking.

MAD SCIENCE – STEM ODYSSEY

Age: 6 to 12 years

Location: AFLC

In this introductory STEM program, kids explore a variety of topics and learn about the wonders of both life and physical sciences. They will explore themes and answer questions such as “What makes your hair stand up?”, “Is it a magnet or magic?”, and “Just what are carbs anyway?”.

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.

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.

P.A. DAY CAMP

Have fun on your P.A. Day!

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. Note: Drop-off time from 8:30am to 9:00am. Pick-up time from 4:00pm to 4:30pm.

Age: 4 to 6 years

Age: 7 to 12 years

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2024 SUMMER CAMPS

Camps For Children & Youth!

2024 SUMMER CAMPS

Children’s Programs – Ages 4 to 14

Youth Programs – Ages 13 to 15

CAMP CATEGORIES

• Active & Sports • Arts & Dance

• Educational & Technology

• Exploration

• Preschool

• Leadership

Experience adventure

at Pickering College camps

Dive into a summer of excitement at our Day Camp and Middle School Camps! For Kindergarten to Grade 3, our traditional day camp offers nature activities, games, sports, crafts, and weekly themes. Make friends, explore nature, and have a blast!

Grades 4-8, join our Middle School camps, featuring Harvest Hub @ Blue & Silver Farm! Campers enjoy farm-to-table activities, crafts, and outdoor skills. Limited spots available for this unforgettable adventure, including an overnight stay with campfire and stargazing.

Additional theme camps at our main campus for Middle School include Arts (Arts Academy, Music), Leadership (Leadership Skills, Leader-In-Training), and STEM (Create & Design, STEM Challenge).

Embrace the joy of summer at Pickering College —where memories are made, and friendships flourish. Register today and let the adventure begin!

Register: www.pickeringcollege.on.ca/camp

WHAT MAKES OUR DAY CAMPS UNIQUE?

• Beautiful campus with access to both outdoor space and air-conditioned facilities

• A hot, freshly prepared nutritious lunch

• On-site staffed health centre

• Indoor gymnasiums

• Makerspace for STEM activities

• Inquiry-based outdoor games

• Programming for ages 4 to 13

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 TO WN OF AURORA INCLUSIO N SERVICES

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 and allow opportunities for sensory or emotional breaks. 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.

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 suppor t agency or program; or

• There are challenging behaviours to be managed.

For assistance, please contact:

Marco De Benedictis (Community Programmer) 365-500-3163 | mdebenedictis@aurora.ca

www.aurora.ca/inclusionservices

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: ACC

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.

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.

*No class on: Apr 27

PLAY-ABILITY KIDS

Age: 8 to 12 years

Location: ACC

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.

*No class on: Apr 27

HOLISTIC ART THERAPY

Age: 5 to 15 years

Location: Agora Prep Academy

Mindfulness & Painting with Acrylic on Canvas: A holistic and fun approach to creations and fine motor skills through therapeutic painting. Guiding you through the creative process of painting, selfdiscovery and personal development through working with perfect imperfections, in a series of landscapes. Made for all abilities. Price includes all program supplies.

HOLISTIC DANCE THERAPY

Age: 5 to 15 years

Location: Agora Prep Academy

Mindfulness & Latin Dance: A holistic and fun approach to learning a fusion Latin dancing for beginners. Guiding the youth through the step-by-step foundations of Latin dance genres (merengue, bachata, salsa), with self awareness and learning development for all abilities, gifted and disabilities.

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.

TENNIS LESSONS

• Spring: Tennis lessons take place at Summit Park.

• Summer: Tennis lessons take place at Norm Weller Park.

• Please wear comfortable clothing and athletic shoes with nonmarking soles. Balls are supplied, racquets are available to borrow.

CHILDREN & TEEN LESSONS

Children – Age: 7 to 12 years

Teen – Age: 13 to 15 years

Level 1 - Beginner: For players with no playing experience. The emphasis is on fun, friendship, and development of fundamental skills.

Level 2 - Intermediate: For players with some playing experience, but still lack consistency. Development of technique will be emphasized through drills and games in a fun and friendly atmosphere.

TENNIS LESSONS – SPRING

Location: Summit Park Tennis Courts

Age: 7 to 9 years

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ADULT LESSONS

Adult – Age: 18+ years

Level 1.0-1.5: For players with no tennis experience. The lessons will provide an introduction to stroke fundamentals, rules and scoring.

Level 2.0-2.5: For players with some tennis experience. Emphasis will be on improving consistency and technique.

Level 3.0: For players who can rally from the baseline at a slow to moderate speed with some consistency. Emphasis will be on improving directional control and changes in speed.

TENNIS LESSONS

For full details regarding our tennis programs, descriptions and court information, please visit www.aurora.ca/tennis.

TENNIS LESSONS

TENNIS LESSONS – SUMMER

Location: Norm Weller Park Tennis Courts

Age: 7 to 9 years • Level 1

PICKLEBALL LEAGUES & LESSONS

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.

*No class on: May 3

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.

*No class on: May 3

PICKLEBALL DROP-IN

Age: 18+ years • Location: AFLC Drop-ins are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Admission is available via online pre-registration at www.aurora.ca/eplay and in-person 15 minutes prior to program time. Note: Dropins are staffed but instruction is not provided. Please visit aurora.ca/pickleball for the most up-to-date drop-in schedules.

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: May 20

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.

Drop-Ins Just For Youth!

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 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.

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.

OUTDOOR SKATE PARK

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

THE LOFT - SPRING & SUMMER

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

THE TOWN OF AURORA IS A DESIGNATED YOUTH FRIENDLY COMMUNITY

The Town of Aurora continues to thrive as a Platinum Youth Friendly Community, recognized provincially for our commitment to serve youth aged 13 to 19. The designation program acknowledges the work of communities to ensure their youth have continuous access to a diversity of play opportunities.

Thanks to the support of our local youth-serving organizations, the Town was successful in achieving the highest level of designation. For more information, please visit www.aurora.ca/YouthFriendly or email youth@aurora.ca

BUILD A SKILL WORKSHOPS

Join Us For These Exciting Programs!

BACKPACK BLING

Age: 11 to 14 years

Location: AFLC

Does your backpack or school bag need a little bling? Join us for this crafty workshop where participants will try out shrink art, button making and keychain creations.

GAME ON

Age: 11 to 14 years

Location: AFLC

Join us for an hour and a half of challenging fun. Participants will have an opportunity to play various board games and socialize with peers in this laid-back gaming experience.

GEO-WOW!

Age: 11 to 14 years

Location: AFLC

Ready to go on an adventure? Join us on the hunt for a local geocache through an Aurora Town Park. Participants will work together to create a group geo-cache to add to the community.

JOB PREP

Age: 14 to 17 years

Location: AFLC

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.

PICNIC 101

Age: 11 to 14 years

Location: AFLC

Get outside this spring and enjoy some snacks in the fresh air. Participants will learn about food prep hacks and snack selections that are ideal for a hike or park picnic.

ULTIMATE CATCH

Age: 12 to 15 years

Location: AFLC

Join us for a disc crash course as we learn the basics of the game and tackle a few rounds together. Participants will have a chance to learn new skills while meeting friends.

ARCHERY

Age: 12 to 17 years

Location: AFLC

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

BADMINTON BLAST

Age: 12 to 15 years

Location: AFLC

This introductory program will provide participants with the opportunity to gain experience with various badminton skills and an opportunity to rally with peers. Join us for an active hour of badminton while making new friends. All levels are welcome.

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.

CANADA SAFETY COUNCIL – HOME ALONE

Age: 10 to 13 years

Location: AFLC

The Canada Safety Council Home Alone course 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.

GIRLS GOT GAME BASKETBALL SKILL & HOUSE LEAGUE

Age: 8 to 13 years

Location: AFLC

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. This is for GIRLS ONLY and no experience is necessary. We are proud to play like girls!

AGE REQUIREMENTS

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

YOUTH PROGRAMS

RACQUET SPORTS

Age: 11 to 14 years

Location: ASC & AFLC

This program focuses on the basics of various racquet sports such as Badminton, Tennis and Pickleball. Through skills, drills and friendly matches, participants will not only hone their skills, but they will also build their fair play and teamworking abilities.

STORM VOLLEYBALL – LEVEL ONE

Age: 11 to 13 years

Location: AFLC

This introductory program will introduce the specific technical skills that are needed to build the foundation for a well-rounded volleyball player. Coaches will teach the technical elements of each primary skill and then run the athletes through game-like drills to practice what they have learned. This program is designed for new or beginner players who are just starting out.

STORM VOLLEYBALL – LEVEL TWO

Age: 11 to 13 years

Location: AFLC

Players will take what they learned in the Level One 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.

YOUTH PROGRAMS

STRIKE & SERVE

Age: 12 to 17 years

Location: AFLC

Come out and participate in pick-up games of volleyball. This program will provide an ideal environment for beginners and recreational players in a fun and friendly environment. This is not an instructional program.

DAY DATE TIME

Tue May 28 6:30pm – 8:00pm

TEEN RUN CLUB

Age: 12 to 15 years

Location: AFLC

This motivational and non-competitive running club is for youth who want to learn new skills and have fun running with others. 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 participants will meet in the AFLC Lobby and run on trails in Lambert Willson Park.

DAY DATE TIME

Wed May 8 6:00pm – 6:45pm

YOUTH COOKING CLUB

Age: 11 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 DATE TIME

Thu Apr 18 4:00pm – 5:30pm

Thu May 23 4:00pm – 5:30pm

YOUTH

PICKLEBALL – LEARN TO PLAY

Age: 10 to 16 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. All abilities and skill levels welcome. Paddles will be provided for players that do not have their own.

*No class on: May 20

DAY DATE TIME

Mon Apr 15 5:30pm – 6:30pm

Wed Apr 17 5:30pm – 6:30pm

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 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.

• Admission for select drop-ins is available for online pre-registration. Visit www.aurora.ca/eplay for full details.

• 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 Winter Holiday and March Break schedules and cancellations.

DESJARDINS DAYS

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

CANCELLATIONS

For up-to-date cancellations and service disruptions, please visit www.aurora.ca/notices

MULTI-TICKET DISCOUNTS

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

Parent & Tot Up to 12 years & Attending Adults

per ticket $26.75 for 10 tickets

Parent & Child and Family 4 to 12 years & Attending Adults $3.25 per ticket $26.75 for 10 tickets

Youth 12 to 17 years $3.25 per ticket $26.75 for 10 tickets

Rock Wall 6 years & up $3.25 per ticket $26.75 for 10 tickets

Adult 18 to 54 years $4.25 per ticket $36.25 for 10 tickets

55+ years $3.00 per ticket $25.50 for 10 tickets

PRESCHOOL DROP-IN

Join us at the SARC for some fun!

March 30 to June 15, 2024

PRESCHOOL DROP-IN

Age: Newborn to 5 years • Location: SARC

Fee: $3.50 per child, supervising adults are free Having fun with your preschooler just became a little bit easier! Come play with your child (newborn to 5 years) on a variety of gross motor equipment, learning stations and much more. Preschool equipment will be cleaned and sanitized regularly by Town staff.

Note: Caregivers must supervise children at all times.

DAY TIME

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

Skating, Shinny and Stick & Puck Hockey

Skating & Shinny Activities take place at the AFLC and SARC.

AURORA FAMILY LEISURE COMPLEX

135 Industrial Parkway North

Judy Sherin Memorial Arena

STRONACH AURORA RECREATION COMPLEX

1400 Wellington St. East

905-841-7521

905-726-4770

NewRoads Toyota Arena & Pfaff Arena

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

www.aurora.ca/skatingactivities

GUIDELINES AND RULES

• Every 60 minutes of scheduled ice time includes 50 minutes of skating/play and a 10-minute flood.

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

All Shinny Programs

• All participants ages 17 and under must wear full CSA approved ice hockey equipment for drop-in shinny programs. Full Hockey equipment includes neck guard, mouth guard, shoulder pads, elbow pads, gloves, jock/jill, hockey pants, shin pads, hockey jersey, hockey socks, CSA-approved hockey helmet with a cage, hockey skates and hockey stick.

• Full equipment is strongly recommended for participants ages 18 and over.

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

Family Shinny Hockey

• Children will be required to have an accompanying adult on ice with them.

• Adults can supervise a maximum of 3 children. Supervising adults must be accompanied by a child ages 6 to 10 years.

• No contact.

Youth Shinny Hockey

• During admission, Youth Shinny players ages 15 to 17 will be required to show Photo ID for the purpose of verifying attendance.

• No contact.

Adult, Ladies & Men’s Shinny Hockey

• Must be 18 years or older.

• During admission, players will be required to show Photo ID for the purpose of verifying attendance.

HOLIDAY SCHEDULES

Regular programming may be affected on P.A. Days and holidays. Please visit www.aurora.ca/skatingactivities for Winter Holiday and March Break schedules and cancellations.

DESJARDINS DAYS

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

ACTIVITY AGE

FEE (per person, per visit)

Public Skating All Ages 3.28 per ticket $27.30 for 10 tickets

Shinny Hockey All Ages $7.02 per ticket $56.94 for 10 tickets

CANCELLATIONS

April 4 - Men’s Shinny cancelled

April 11 - Men’s Shinny cancelled

April 23 - Adult Skate cancelled

April 27 - Family Skate cancelled

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.

ADULT & OLDER ADULT PROGRAMS

AURORA BARBARIANS – LEARN TO RUGBY

Age: 18+ years

Location: Aurora Sports Dome

This non-contact session is geared towards learning how to play touch/flag rugby through mini/modified games. These sessions will be filled with fun challenges while learning how to play rugby. T-shirt will be included.

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.

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.

BALLROOM & LATIN DANCE – LEVEL 3

Age: 18+ years

Location: ASC

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: May 20

AGE REQUIREMENTS

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

PROGRAM PRICES & HST

The program fees for all Adult and Older Adult Programs include HST.

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: May 20

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.

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.

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.

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.

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: May 20

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.

FIT MIND, BODY & SOUL

Age: 55+ years

Location: ASC

Fit Mind, Body & Soul enhances your cognitive, physical and spiritual well-being. We take a holistic approach on strengthening the connection between our minds, body and soul. All three of which when working together, can have powerful internal and external results. Exercising our minds is crucial for maintaining cognitive function and overall brain health. Mental exercise helps keep our minds sharp and resilient. Movement, functional fitness, rest and recovery are all key components in the body segment of our program. The soul segment can help provide a better understanding when navigating life’s transitions, and the challenges that come with aging. Self reflection, mindfulness and meditation, gratitude practice and creative expression will be explored throughout the course of the program.

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.

*No class on: Apr 29

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SENIORS NEWSLETTER

Check out our monthly Fun After 55! seniors newsletter online at www.aurora.ca/seniorsnewsletter

ADULT

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.

KNITTING: LEARN TO KNIT – PART 2

Age: 55+ 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 ASC and bring supplies to the first class.

KNITTING: SIMPLE BABY CARDIGAN

Age: 55+ years

Location: ASC

Knit top down and in one piece, this sweater is so cute and easy to knit. If you can count, knit, purl, cast on and cast off, you will learn the remaining skills needed to create this sweater. You can choose sizes from newborn or 18-months, and fingering or double-knit weight yarn. Once you learn the techniques used in top down, one piece knitting, you will be able knit larger versions using patterns designed for children and adults. This class is suitable for advanced beginner.

KNITTING: TWIDDLEMAT

Age: 55+ years

Location: ASC

Location:

KNITTING: LEARN TO KNIT – PART 1

Age: 55+ 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.

A twiddle matt (sometimes called a fidget matt) is a small knitted lap blanket. It incorporates a few textured stitches with embellishments such as ribbons and beads attached. For many people with dementia, there are developments and changes to their personalities. Twiddle matts help to ease agitation and calm the person’s mood, as they can keep their hands and minds occupied. Many hospital wards have found that the matts have a positive effect on patients by keeping them comforted, as well as encouraging movement and brain stimulation. In this class students will knit a basic Twiddle matt with textured stitches and add variety of attachments and embellishments. It will make a great gift for a loved one or as a charity donation. The class is free, however participants will be required to pay the instructor $20 for supplies at the first class. This will include all yarn and embellishments needed to create a twiddle mat. Knitters should bring their own 4 to 5mm needles, scissors, and tapestry needles.

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.

ADULT & OLDER ADULT PROGRAMS

MOVE & TONE

Age: 40+ 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: May 20

^No class on: Aug 6

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: May 20

*No class on: Aug 6

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.

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.

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. Qigong can be practiced both standing and seated.

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.

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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.

SENIORS CENTRE IN THE MAIL

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 scww@aurora.ca

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: May 20

YOGA: RESTORATIVE MAT

Age: 40+ 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 your own if you wish.

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.

ZUMBA GOLD

Age: 55+ years

Location: Hybrid / (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.

Location:

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.

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, 5 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.

140 Aurora Air Cadet Squadron

SERVICE CLUBS, COMMUNITY GROUPS AND RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS

Murray Charlton, Captain www.140aurora.com / 140admo@gmail.com / 905-727-4692

Access York 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

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 www.auroraarboretum.ca / trees@auroraarboretum.ca / 905-727-3492

Aurora Cornerstone Church Pastor Wayne Lucas www.auroracornerstone.ca / office@auroracornerstone.ca / 905-841-8883

Aurora Food Pantry

Sandra Seepaul www.aurorafoodpantry.ca / info@aurorafoodpantry.ca / 905-841-1577

Aurora Lions Club President www.aurora-lions-club-ontario.com / aurora.a16@hotmail.com / 905-727-6079

Aurora Seniors Association Dave LeGallais, President www.auroraseniors.ca / asa@auroraseniors.ca / 905-726-4767

Aurora United Church Cathy Hiltz 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 www.cmha.ca / yorkregion@cmha-yr-on.ca / 1-866-345-0183 or 905-841-3977

Catholic Community Services of York Region Richmond Hill Welcome Centre www.ccsyr.org / ccsyr@ccsyr.org / 1-800-263-2075 or 905-770-7040 Cedar Centre Executive Administrator www.cedarcentre.ca / cedar@cedarcentre.ca / 905-853-3040

CHATS (Community Home Assistance to Seniors) Client Care Centre www.chats.on.ca / seniorshelp@chats.on.ca / 905-713-6596 or 1-877-452-4287

Community Living Newmarket/Aurora District www.clcy.ca / 905-898-3000

Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of Canada York Region crohnsandcolitis.ca / yorkregion@crohnsandcolitis.ca / 1-800-387-1479

Down Syndrome Association of York Region www.dsayr.ca / info@dsayr.ca / 416-410-DOWN or 1-800-649-DOWN (3696) Faith Fellowship Baptist Church of Aurora Pastor Garth Hutchinson www.faith-baptist-aurora.org / laypastor@faith-baptist-aurora.org / 905-773-0330

Family and Credit Counselling Services of York Region Susan Heim www.yorkcounselling.ca / 905-707-7695

Family Services York Region (FSYR) www.fsyr.ca / 905-895-2371

Girl Guides of Canada www.girlguides.ca / 1-800-565-8111

GIRLS Inc. 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

Knights of Columbus (Council 6519 - Aurora) John Lyn, Grand Knight www.kofcaurora.ca / info@kofcaurora.ca / 905-727-4594

Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority www.lsrca.on.ca / 905-895-1281

Learning Disabilities Association of York Region Helga Sirola www.ldayr.org / info@ldayr.org / 905-884-7933

March of Dimes Canada www.marchofdimes.ca / 1-800-263-3463

Mission Catholique Saint Frère-André Père Peter Haddad http://saint-frere-andre.ca / info@saint-frere-andre.ca / 1-877-974-7455

Nankind www.nankind.com / volunteer@nankind.com / 416-730-0025 Neighbourhood Watch Program (via York Regional Police) www.yrp.ca / info@yrp.ca / 1-866-8POLICE (876-5423) ext. 6709

Oak Ridges Trail Association Michele Donnelly www.oakridgestrail.org / info@oakridgestrail.org / 905-833-6600 or 1-877-319-0285

Optimist Club of Aurora Georgia Pottage www.auroraoptimist.com / auroraoptimist@gmail.com

Our Lady of Grace Roman Catholic Church Reverend Francis V. McDevitt https://olgraceau.archtoronto.org / olgraceau@archtoronto.org / 905-727-4594

Probus Club of Aurora (Retirees)

Vern Cunningham, President www.probusclubofaurora.com / 416-523-4882

Queen’s York Rangers 2799 Army Cadet Corps Major Dan Copeland www.rangers2799.com / 2799army@cadets.gc.ca / 905-726-8600

Region of York Quilters’ Guild www.regionofyorkquiltersguild.ca / info@regionofyorkquiltersguild.ca

Rose of Sharon Services for Young Mothers

Anna Pavan www.roseofsharon.com / information@roseofsharon.com / 905-853-5514

Rotary Club of Aurora Wendy Browne wendy.browne@bell.net / 905-713-4106

Royal Canadian Legion - Local Branch #385 www.on.legion.ca / office@auroralegion.ca / 905-727-5642

Royal Canadian Sea Cadets & Navy League Optimist Hall (Newmarket) www.navyleague.ca / info@navyleague.ca / 905-895-3038

Scouts Canada www.scouts.ca / gtc@scouts.ca / 1-888-ScoutsNow or 416-490-6364

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church www.pccweb.ca/standrewsaurora / standrewsaurora@gmail.com / 905-727-5011

St. John Ambulance (York Region) Lynn McLarnon www.sja.ca / york.region@on.sja.ca / 905-773-3394

The Campus Church Bayview Ian Ardill www.thecampusbayview.ca / bayview@the-campus.ca / 905-715-0144

The Gathering Place of Aurora Pastors John & Victoria Irving www.tgpoa.com / info@tgpoa.com / 905-727-2900

Towns of York Toastmasters Club www.townsofyork.org / contactusform-1609@toastmastersclubs.org

Trinity Anglican Church Rev. Patrick White www.trinityaurora.ca / trinity@trinityaurora.ca / 905-727-6101

Victorian Order of Nurses (Toronto-York Region) www.von.ca / national@von.ca / 1-888-866-2273

Welcoming Arms www.welcomingarms.ca / welcomingarms@live.ca / 905-726-1483

Women’s Centre of York Region

SERVICE CLUBS, COMMUNITY GROUPS AND RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS

Melissa Masci www.wcyr.ca / info@wcyr.ca / 905-853-9270 ext. 100

YMCA GTA www.ymcagta.org / 1-800-223-8024 or 416-928-9622

York 4H Association

York Region Food Network

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

Joan Stonehocker www.yrfn.ca / 4moreinfo@yrfn.ca / 905-841-3101

York Region Sport and Social Club www.yorkssc.com / york@sportsocial.club / 416-781-4263

Aurora Barbarians Rugby

SPORTS ASSOCIATIONS

Steve Hall www.abrfc.ca / president@aurorabarbarians.com

Aurora Community Tennis Club www.auroratennis.ca / 905-727-3719

Aurora Diggers Girls Softball Association

Aurora Ducks Swimming Club

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 Aurora FC Office www.aysc.ca / info@aysc.ca / 905-727-0624

Aurora King Baseball Association www.akba.ca / 905-841-5331

Aurora Ladies Softball Association

Aurora Lawn Bowling Club

Amanda Balson www.auroraladiessoftball.ca / players@auroraladiessoftball.ca / 647-838-1619

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 www.auroramodelaircraft.com

Aurora Opti Hockey Opti Hockey Convenor https://auroraoptihockey.teamsnapsites.com / auroraopti@gmail.com

Aurora Panthers - Central York Girls Hockey Association Hockey Office www.cygha.com / info@cygha.com / 905-727-0269

Aurora Senior Soccer Club 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 www.cygha.com / info@cygha.com / 905-727-0269

Champion Swimming

Spectrum North Baton Club

Paul Lau www.championswimming.ca / info@championswimming.ca / 289-212-1288

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

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.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

Aurora Community Band

Aurora Cultural Centre

Aurora Film Circuit

CULTURAL ASSOCIATIONS

Deborah Campo www.aurorastudiotour.com / 905 727-1447

Gord Shephard www.auroracommunityband.ca / auroracommunityband@gmail.com

Suzanne Haines www.auroraculturalcentre.ca / 905-713-1818

Nelia Pacheco www.aurorafilmcircuit.ca / aurorafilmcircuit@rogers.com

Aurora Historical Society Kathleen Vahey www.aurorahs.com / community@aurorahs.com / 905-727-8991

Borealis Big Band Gord Shephard www.borealisbigband.com / borealisbigband@gmail.com

Garden Aurora Cindy Scythes www.gardenaurora.ca / aurora@gardenontario.org / 905-713-6660

Ontario Registered Music Teachers Association (ORMTA) Ron Spadafora www.ormta.org / 705-267-1224

Photo Arts Club of Newmarket

Wendy Holden www.PACN.ca / info@pacn.ca / 905-726-3749

Pine Tree Potters Guild Studio www.pinetreepotters.ca / 905-727-1278

Society of York Region Artists (SOYRA) www.soyra.ca / soyra@soyra.ca

St. Andrew’s Scottish County Dance Group Agnes Vallejo www.dancescottish.ca / 905-841-2747

Theatre Aurora Box Office www.theatreaurora.com / taboxoffice@bellnet.ca / 905-727-3669

Wavestage Theatre Company

Sarah Langford www.wavestagetheatre.com / info@wavestagetheatre.com / 416-629-8216

York Chamber Ensemble Aurora www.trinityaurora.ca / trinity@trinityaurora.ca / 905-727-6101

York Harmony Chorus

Cheryl Yaciuk www.yorkharmonychorus.ca / yhcprmarketing@gmail.com

York Regional Police - Community Chorus, Pipes & Drums Band, Youth Band Volunteer Coordinator www.yrp.ca / volunteers@yrp.ca / 905-830-0303 ext. 2060/2794

Please excuse our mess!

Notice of Construction

Portions of the SARC will be under construction as we work to bring our community an additional Gymnasium. This will not affect the safety of participants or the quality of our programs.

Summer Camps!