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Health and Active Living Guide

Spring and Summer 2025

2022-2026

Town of East Gwillimbury Council

Municipal Council is comprised of the Mayor and six ward Councillors. The key responsibilities of Council are to support the municipality and its operations while ensuring that the public’s well-being and interests are maintained. If you would like to contact any member of Council, please reference the map to identify your ward Councillor.

Virginia Hackson Mayor

905-478-4283 ext.3800 vhackson@eastgwillimbury.ca

Loralea Carruthers Councillor, Ward 1

905-478-4283 ext. 3808 lcarruthers@eastgwillimbury.ca

Tara Roy-DiClemente Councillor, Ward 2

905-478-4283 ext. 3803 troydiclemente@eastgwillimbury.ca

Scott Crone Councillor, Ward 3

905-478-4283 ext. 3802 scrone@eastgwillimbury.ca

Terry Foster Councillor, Ward 1

905-478-4283 ext. 3806 tfoster@eastgwillimbury.ca

Brian Johns Councillor, Ward 2

905-478-4283 ext. 3801 bjohns@eastgwillimbury.ca

Susan Lahey Councillor, Ward 3

905-478-4283 ext. 3804 slahey@eastgwillimbury.ca

Mount Albert Rd.

Queensville Sdrd.

Holborn Rd.

1. Animals Animal Control 1-888-644-5634

2. Building Permits building@eastgwillimbury.ca Customer Service 905-478-4282

3. Bus Shelters

yrt.ca YRT 905-762-2100 Toll Free 1-866-267-1177

4. Fire Hydrants

eastgwillimbury.ca/customerservice Customer Service 905-478-4282

5. Garbage/Missed Collection wasteline@gflenv.com GFL 1-866-421-5625

6. Graffiti

eastgwillimbury.ca/customerservice Customer Service 905-478-4282

7. Mail Box Canada Post 1-866-607-6301

8. Noise Problems and Inquiries

Customer Service 905-478-4282 After Hours YRP 1-866-876-5423

9. Outdoor Fires/Burn Permits

eastgwillimbury.ca/burnpermit Customer Service 905-478-4282

10. Parking

eastgwillimbury.ca/bylawform Customer Service 905-478-4282

11. Parks and Trees

eastgwillimbury.ca/customerservice Customer Service 905-478-4282

12. Potholes

eastgwillimbury.ca/customerservice Customer Service 905-478-4282

13. Power Outage hydroone.com/StormCenter3 1-800-434-1235

14. Property Taxes

eastgwillimbury.ca/customerservice Customer Service 905-478-4282

15. Recreation Programs

eastgwillimbury.ca/guide leisure1@eastgwillimbury.ca Recreation Services 905-478-3826

16. Road Concerns

Town Roads 905-478-4282 Regional Roads 1-877-464-9675 ext. 75200

17. Speeding YRP 905-895-1221

18. Streetlights (outages)

eastgwillimbury.ca/streetlights Customer Service 905-478-4282

19. Traffic Signals York Region 905-895-1200

20. YRP Non-Emergency Line Toll Free 1-866-876-5423 yrp.ca/Reportit

WHAT’S INSIDE

Children’s Aquatics Programs

Pre-school Programs

Child and Youth Programs

Adult Fitness Programs

Other Adult Programs

Older Adult Programs Additional Information and Resources

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

REFUND POLICY

All transfer and refund requests must be made in writing and can be submitted to Recreation Services at leisure1@eastgwillimbury.ca

Refunds can be reflected back onto the form of payment used to register or credited on the participants account for future use. The account credit will not expire and can be used by any participant within the same family. Please allow two to three weeks for all refunds to be processed.

Cancellation Options Refund Policy

7 days or more prior to start of program

6 days or less prior to start of program

After first class, before second class

Full refund, less the $20 administration fee

Prorated refund, less the $20 administration fee

After start of second class No refund

NON-MEDICAL REFUNDS

Non-medical refunds for all programs (except Aquatic Leadership) will only be accepted prior to the second regularly scheduled class.

REFUNDS DUE TO MEDICAL NEEDS

For all program and leadership course cancellations due to medical reasons, a full refund will be issued with a medical note. Refunds will be prorated if the course has started. Refunds/transfers will be processed according to the date your written request is received by Recreation Services.

TRANSFERS

There will be no fee for transferring to another program. Transfers for general programs can take place up to the second regularly scheduled class, after that, transfer requests will not be accepted.

WAITING LISTS

If you cannot be accommodated in any of your selections, your name will be added to the waiting list for your first choice only. Program availability is only held for 48 hours before being offered to the next person on the waiting list.

AQUATIC LEADERSHIP REFUND POLICY

Due to Aquatic Leadership courses requiring 100% attendance, late admissions cannot be granted. Non-medical related refund requests for all Aquatic Leadership courses will only be accepted a minimum of seven days prior to the start of the first scheduled class. For refunds due to medical issues, please see “Refunds due to Medical Needs” content.

RESPECT IN PUBLIC SPACES

The Town of East Gwillimbury strives to create and maintain a safe and enjoyable environment free from any form of harassment, violence, and discrimination. Public safety is everyone’s responsibility. Acts of violence, harassment, or discrimination towards staff or other persons should be reported and will be addressed by the appropriate authority. The Town will take appropriate action to deal with such incidents, including the temporary or permanent removal of the individual or individuals from the public space and/or program.

Review the full Respect in Public Spaces policy at eastgwillimbury.ca/Programs

Please note by joining a program the registrant or participant recognizes, agrees, and accepts the known risks of participation in recreational activities and further agrees to hold harmless the Town of East Gwillimbury, elected officials and its employees from any injury or accident as it relates to these activities. The Town of East Gwillimbury does not assume any responsibilities for any incidents or injuries how so ever caused sustained by participants in any program in the buildings or on the grounds so designated or for the loss of personal or organizational effects stored or left in the building or on the grounds.

ActiveNet users listed as an EG resident can register for recreation programs before non-residents. Update your account to list “East Gwillimbury” as the city.

For more information, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/Guide

NEW Drop-ins for Everyone

Now offering 16+ drop-in programs and improved 55+ drop-in programs, geared towards older adults. Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/ Dropins

Because we didn’t know you wanted it! We encourage you to register at least one week before classes start to avoid cancellations. For more information, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/Programs

FACILITY LEGEND

River Drive Park

20 Oak Avenue

River Drive Park, ON L9N 1A1

Holland Landing Community Centre

19513 Yonge Street Holland Landing, ON L9N 1L8

Harvest Hills Activity Centre

145 Harvest Hills Boulevard East Gwillimbury, ON L9N 0C1

1914B Mount Albert Road

ON L0G 1V0

Mount Albert Community Centre 53 Main Street Mount Albert, ON L0G 1M0

Ross Family Complex 19300 Centre Street

Albert, ON L0G 1M0

ON L0G 1R0

Mount Albert Lions Community Centre

5057 Mount Albert Road

Albert, ON L0G 1M0

2025 EVENTS

MAY 22SEP. 11

JULY 8, 15, 22 AND 29

APR. 19

Easter Bunny Hike 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Ross Family Complex

EG Artisan and Farmers Market

Thursdays 2 to 7 p.m.

EG Civic Centre

JULY 1

Canada Day 6 to 10 p.m.

Mount Albert Lions Community Centre

Music Nights 7 to 9 p.m.

EG Civic Centre

Celebrating the Arts: A Taste of Culture 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

EG Civic Centre AUG. 9

AQUATIC PROGRAMS

GENERAL INFORMATION

EG has partnered with the Main Street Pool in Newmarket to deliver Lifesaving swimming lessons. This quaint facility allows for quality lessons with smaller class sizes, warmer pool temperatures and on-deck viewing for one parent or guardian. It provides a comfortable environment for all. The pool depth starts at three feet and nine inches and drops to nine feet at its deepest point.

Location:

Main Street Pool, 241 Main Street North, Newmarket

Important Dates:

Spring programs are nine weeks long, running from April 22 to June 11.

Coming Soon:

The Town of East Gwillimbury is currently building its own aquatics facility. For more information, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/HALP

Aquatic Information:

For any inquiries including pool tours, swim assessments or registration please contact leisure1@eastgwillimbury.ca

Pay close attention to registration start dates and codes.

Join our Aquatics First Program to help get you certified to work with our Aquatics Team! We’re looking for adults with a passion for the water and making a difference in their community!

To learn more about our Aquatics First Program please visit eastgwillimbury.ca/ RecreationRecruitment

AQUATIC PROGRAMS

PARENT AND TOT LESSONS

Spend quality time with your child while you both have fun, learn and socialize. Through structured in-water interaction between parent/caregiver and child, we stress the importance of play in developing water-positive attitudes and skills. We provide Lifesaving Society Water Smart® tips on keeping your child safe in any aquatic setting. Certified instructors provide guidance and answers to your questions.

PARENT AND TOT 1

4 to 12 Months | Ratio 5:1

Designed for four to 12-month-olds to learn and enjoy the water with their parent/caregiver.

PRESCHOOL LESSONS

Give your child a head start on learning to swim. The Lifesaving Society Preschool Program develops an appreciation and respect for the water. In our basic aquatic progressions we work to ensure three to five-year-olds become comfortable in the water and have fun acquiring and developing a foundation of water skills. We incorporate Lifesaving Society Water Smart® education in all Preschool levels.

PRESCHOOL 1 PREP

3 to 5 Years | Ratio 4:1

Preschool 1 Prep is designed to help transition preschoolers from parented/caregiver lessons to swimming with just their instructor. Caregivers are required to be in the water for the first five lessons. Learn to get in and out of the water, jump in, float and glide on their front and back and learn to blow bubbles underwater.

PARENT AND TOT 2

12 to 24 Months | Ratio 5:1

Designed for 12 to 24-month-olds to learn and enjoy the water with their parent/caregiver.

PARENT AND TOT 3

24 to 36 Months | Ratio 5:1

Designed for 2 to 3 year olds to learn and enjoy the water with their parent/caregiver.

AQUATIC PROGRAMS

PRESCHOOL LESSONS

Give your child a head start on learning to swim. The Lifesaving Society Preschool Program develops an appreciation and healthy respect for the water before getting in too deep. In our basic aquatic progressions we work to ensure three to five year olds become comfortable in the water, have fun and develop a foundation of water skills. We incorporate Lifesaving Society Water Smart education in all preschool levels.

PRESCHOOL 1

3 to 5 Years | Ratio 4:1

We encourage the parent/caregiver to participate until their child lets them know they can do the task themselves. Learn to get in and out of the water, jump in, float and glide on their front and back and learn to blow bubbles underwater.

PRESCHOOL 3

3 to 5 Years | Ratio 4:1

These youngsters will try jumping and sideways entry into deep water. They’ll grab objects from the bottom of the pool, and work on kicking and gliding through the water on their front and back.

PRESCHOOL 2

3 to 5 Years | Ratio 4:1

These preschoolers learn to jump into the water by themselves, and get in and out. They’ll submerge and exhale underwater. They will also use a lifejacket or PFD (personal floatation device) and glide on their front and back.

PRESCHOOL 4

3 to 5 Years | Ratio 4:1

Advanced preschoolers will learn to do solo jumps into the water and get out by themselves. They’ll do sideways entries and open their eyes underwater. They’ll master a short swim on their front, gliding and kicking on their side.

PRESCHOOL 5

3 to 5 Years | Ratio 4:1

These youngsters get more adventurous with a forward roll entry and treading water for 10 seconds. They’ll work on front and back crawl swims for five-minute interval training and get a giggle out of whip kick.

AQUATIC PROGRAMS

SWIMMER LESSONS

The Lifesaving Society’s six-level swimmer program ensures your children learn how to swim. Swimmer progressions accommodate children six years and older, including absolute beginners as well as swimmers who want to build on the basics. We stress in-water practice to develop solid swimming strokes and skills. We incorporate Lifesaving Society Water Smart® education in all Swimmer levels.

SWIMMER 1 PREP

6 to 12 Years | Ratio 6:1

These beginners will become comfortable jumping into the water, learn to open their eyes, exhale and hold their breath underwater, work on floats, glides and kicking through the water.

6:15 to 6:45

7:15 to 7:45 p.m. Apr. 23 $103 10133

SWIMMER 1

6 to 12 Years | Ratio 6:1

These beginners will become comfortable jumping into the water, learn to open their eyes, exhale and hold their breath underwater, work on floats, glides and kicking through the water.

SWIMMER 2

6 to 12 Years | Ratio 6:1

These advanced beginners will jump into the water, and become comfortable falling sideways into the water. They’ll be able to support themselves at the surface without an aid, learn to whip kick, swim 10 metres on their front and back, and begin to flutter kick in intervals (four times for five minutes each).

SWIMMER 3

6 to 12 Years | Ratio 6:1

These junior swimmers will dive and do in-water front somersaults and handstands. They’ll work on 15 metres of front crawl, back crawl and 10 metres of whip kick. Flutter kick interval training increases to four times for 15 metres.

AQUATIC PROGRAMS

SWIMMER LESSONS

SWIMMER 4

6 to 12 Years | Ratio 6:1

These intermediate swimmers will swim five metres underwater as well as lengths of front and 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 metres and four times for 25 metres front or back crawl interval training.

SEMI-PRIVATE SWIMMER LESSON

SEMI-PRIVATE SWIMMER 4

6 to 12 Years | Ratio 4:1

The intermediate swimmers will swim five metres underwater and lengths of front and back crawl, whip kick, and breaststroke arms with breathing and complete the Canadian Swim to Survive® Standard. They’ll cap it off with front crawl sprints over 25 metres and four times 25 metres front or back crawl interval training.

SWIMMER 5

6 to 12 Years | Ratio 6:1

Master shallow dives, cannonball entries, eggbeater kicks, and in-water backward somersaults. They’ll refine front and back crawl over 50 metres swims of each, and breaststroke over 25 metres. Then they’ll pick up the pace in 25 metres sprints and two interval training bouts: four times for 50 metres front/back crawl and four times for 15 metres breaststroke.

SEMI-PRIVATE SWIMMER 5

6 to 12 Years | Ratio 4:1

Semi-private classes offer smaller class sizes. Master shallow dives, cannonball entries, eggbeater kicks, and in-water backward somersaults. They’ll refine front and back crawl over 50 metres swims of each, and breaststroke over 25 metres. Then they’ll pick up the pace in 25 metres sprints and two interval training bouts: four times for 50 metres front/ back crawl and four times for 15 metres breaststroke.

SEMI-PRIVATE SWIMMER 6

6 to 12 Years | Ratio 4:1

Semi-private classes offer smaller class sizes. 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 metres. They’ll easily swim lengths of front crawl, back crawl, and breaststroke.

AQUATIC PROGRAMS

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS

PRIVATE SHALLOW

3 to 12 Years Ratio 1:1

1:1 swim lessons focusing on swim levels for more beginner swimmers. By request, the private lesson can also focus on any goal you may have including fitness, endurance, stroke correction and more. Suitable for levels

Preschool 1-5, Swimmer 1-2, Teen 1 and Adult 1. Patrol levels, Bronze Star and Aquatic Leadership certifications cannot be completed during a private swim lesson.

PRIVATE DEEP

6 to 12 Years Ratio 1:1

1:1 swim lessons focusing on swim levels for moderate to intermediate swimmers. By request, the private lesson can also focus on any goal you may have including fitness, endurance, stroke correction and more. Suitable for levels Swimmer 3 - 6, Teen 2 and 3 and Adult 2 and 3. Patrol levels, Bronze Star and Aquatic Leadership certifications cannot be completed during a private swim lesson.

5:30 to 6 p.m. Apr. 22 $267 10147

5:30 to 6 p.m. Apr. 22 $267 10148

Tue. 5:45 to 6:15 p.m. Apr. 22 $267 10149

Tue. 6 to 6:30 p.m. Apr. 22 $267 10150

Tue. 8:30 to 9 p.m. Apr. 22 $267 10151

Wed. 5 to 5:30 p.m. Apr. 23 $267 10152

Wed. 5 to 5:30 p.m. Apr. 23 $267 10153

Wed. 5 to 5:30 p.m. Apr. 23 $267 10154

Wed. 5:30 to 6 p.m. Apr. 23 $267 10155

Wed. 5:30 to 6 p.m. Apr. 23 $267 10156

Wed. 6 to 6:30 p.m. Apr. 23 $267 10157

Wed. 8 to 8:30 p.m. Apr. 23 $267 10158

Wed. 8:30 to 9 p.m. Apr. 23 $267 10159

Apr. 22 $267

Wed. 4:30 to 5 p.m. Apr. 23 $267 10164

Wed. 6:15 to 6:45 p.m. Apr. 23 $267 10165 Wed. 6:45 to 7:15 p.m. Apr. 23 $267 10166 Wed. 7:30 to 8 p.m. Apr. 23 $267 10167

AQUATIC PROGRAMS

YOUTH LESSONS

Whether you’re starting out or just want help with strokes, our youth programs are for you. Set your own goals and work with certified instructors to learn to swim or improve your current swimming ability and water fitness.

YOUTH 1

13 to 17 Years | Ratio 4:1

For youth participants that are 13 to 17 years of age that are looking to learn how to swim. You’ll work towards a 10-15 metre swim on your front and back. You’ll do jump entries from the side and recover an object from the bottom in chest-deep water. Improve your fitness and your flutter kick with 4 x 9-12 metre interval training.

ADULT LESSONS

Whether you’re starting out or just want help with strokes, our adult programs are for you. Set your own goals and work with certified instructors to learn to swim or improve your current swimming ability and water fitness.

ADULT 1

18+ Years | Ratio 4:1

For participants that are 18+ years of age that are looking to learn how to swim. You’ll work towards a 10-15 metre swim on your front and back. You’ll do jump entries from the side and recover an object from the bottom in chest-deep water. Improve your fitness and your flutter kick with 4 x 9-12 metre interval training.

STANDARD FIRST AID WITH CPR-C

Location: EGSC

Standard First Aid provides comprehensive training covering all aspects of first aid and CPR-C. Standard First Aid incorporates all of Emergency First Aid and is designed for those who require a more in-depth understanding of first aid. Standard First Aid is a prerequisite for the National Lifeguard course.

This course requires 100% attendance.

12 - 13

April 26 - 27 8:30

May 10 - 11 8:30 a.m. to 5

June 14 - 15 8:30 a.m. to

Arts and Crafts | Cost: $179.10

Enjoy two hours with staff assistance! One hour of arts and crafts and one hour helping with cake, gifts, etc. Available at the Ross Family Complex and Harvest Hills Activity Centre. Specific dates and times only.

Sports and Fun | Cost: $167.20

Enjoy two hours with staff assistance! One hour of fun in the gymnasium playing sports and games and one hour helping with cake, gifts, etc. Available at the Ross Family Complex and Harvest Hills Activity Centre. Specific dates and times only.

Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/BirthdayParty Book your

Choose from one of our three fun birthday party packages to make your special day memorable. All packages are geared towards ages 5 to 12.

Skating | Cost: $261.40 +HST

Enjoy 50 minutes of ice time for skating and one hour in Canada Hall for cake, gifts, etc. There will be no staff assistance - parent supervision is required. Only available at the East Gwillimbury Sports Complex.

SPRING PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS

BALLET

3 to 5 Years

In this program your child will develop the grace and creativity that Ballet is. Your child will learn the proper arm and leg positions as well as several ballet routines that will transform your little one into a Ballerina.

Dress Code: Comfortable clothes and long hair tied back in a ponytail.

LIL’ CRAFTERS

2 to 5 Years

This interactive and engaging program encourages creativity and learning through hands-on craft activities. Each four-week session is centered around a unique theme, offering a variety of fun, themed craft projects that foster imaginative play, fine motor skills and self expression. Please note: Parent/guardian must remain in the program space for the entirety of the program.

Themes: Under the Sea (April 24 and 25) and Nature Explorers (May 22 and 23).

KINDER SCHOOL EXPLORERS

3 to 5 Years

This pre-kindergarten program will have children participating in show and tell, art projects and educational worksheets. Children will discover numbers, letters, animals and much more. This program will allow your child to learn through play. Creative games, songs, stories and activities will enhance your child’s learning experience. Please send your child with a nut-free snack and water bottle.

Please note: All participants must be fully toilet trained and independent in the washroom.

LITTLE KICKERS

3 to 5 Years

PARENT AND ME

2 to 4 Years

This program is designed to introduce children to the basic patterns of human body movement. Participants will be guided through circuits and obstacle courses using real gymnastics equipment! This program is run in partnership with the Pulsars Gymnastics Club. All coaches are fully trained by the National Coaching Certification Program. Parent Participation is required.

TINY TUMBLERS

4 to 6 Years

This independent program is designed to develop basic gymnastics skills in a safe and fun environment. Participants will be guided through circuits and obstacle courses using real gymnastics equipment! All coaches are fully trained by the National Coaching Certification Program. This program is run in partnership with the Pulsars Gymnastics Club.

PLAYBALL - SPORTS SKILLS FOR KIDS

3 to 4 Years

In partnership with Playball this program emphasizes the foundations and skills of popular sports including: baseball, basketball, hockey, soccer, tennis and volleyball. Playball is structured to teach competent and happy participation in a non-competitive, fun-filled environment. Areas of sport development will include functional movement, development of concentration and social integration with other children.

PLAYBALL - TWO’S CAN DO!

2 Years

This program presents an opportunity for participants to become actively involved in the basic self defense techniques and movements as taught in Shotokan Karate. The Karate sessions will be run by Black Belt instructors from Community Martial Arts, a member of the International Karate Association (IKA Canada). A friendly, encouraging atmosphere will be created to make it an enjoyable and fun experience. A T-shirt and Karate belt will be supplied as part of the registration cost.

In partnership with Playball 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. Praise, encouragement, and an environment which is rich in opportunities to experience success, acceptance, and safe boundaries will ensure your toddler blossoms. This multi-sport program teaches appropriate social interaction, listening to instructions, taking turns, sharing, and having fun with friends.

SPRING

PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS

PLAYBALL - INDOOR SOCCER

3 to 4 Years

In partnership with Playball this program is an introduction to soccer and team participation. If this is your little one’s first experience in sports, this program will help to ensure a positive and happy introduction to skills, in order to ensure your child will participate again in the future.

SPORTBALL - SOCCER

4 to 6 Years

Sportball soccer classes are packed with high-energy fun, using imaginative coaching techniques and a continuous flow of new drills and non-competitive games to keep things rolling along. All Sportball programs are designed to grow with your child and reenrollment is encouraged.

SPORTBALL -

MULTI-SPORT 2 to 3 Years

PARENT AND

CHILD

Parents/caregivers have a direct hand in their pre-schooler’s development through this unique Multi-Sport program. With the active support and participation of their grownup, children are able to refine their skills and continue their social and physical development such as balance and coordination by participating in eight popular sports: hockey, soccer, football, baseball, basketball, volleyball, golf and tennis. Under the guidance of our expert Coaches, grownups also understand proven teaching techniques that can be applied outside of Sportball classes. Sportball maintains a one-parent-perchild ratio policy in all parented programs to ensure that focus is kept on helping little ones practice and progress.

SPORTBALL - MULTI-SPORT

3 to 5 Years

Sportball is a dynamic sports program focusing on skill development in eight different sports, namely soccer, basketball, hockey, tennis, baseball, volleyball, football and golf. This creative, non-competitive and self-esteem-building program prepares all children for a future of confident sports participation.

SPRING PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS

PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS

BALLET

3 to 5 Years

LITTLE KICKERS - KARATE

3 to 5 Years

SPORTBALL - MULTI-SPORT

3 to 5 Years

PLAYBALL - SOCCER

NURSERY: PRESCHOOL

3 to 4 Years

SPORTBALL - PARENT AND CHILD

MULTI-SPORT

2 to 3 Years

In partnership with Playball, specialists in sport skills for young kids 3-4 years. This is a perfect way to introduce your child to soccer skills and a wide range of activities to stimulate and improve your child’s overall development. If this is your little one’s first time in sports, a positive and happy experiences will help ensure your child’s future sports participation. Make sure your child is part of the TEAM! Dress for weather and wear running shoes. No other equipment required.

PLAYBALL - SOCCER NURSERY:

TWO’S CAN DO

2 Years

SPORTBALL - SOCCER

4 to 6 Years

In partnership with Playball, this is a fun introduction to the basic skills of soccer for your two year old, expertly guided by our experienced coaches. This program provides a wide range of suitable activities which stimulates and improves locomotion, balance, body and spatial awareness, muscular development and fine motor skills. Parent participation is require. Dress for weather and wear running shoes. No other equipment required.

PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS

A special thank you to those who support the East Gwillimbury community and participate in the Mayor and Council Charity Golf Tournament each year.

Youth Support Fund

The Youth Support Fund provides East Gwillimbury families with financial support to ensure kids can play and participate in extra-curricular activities. The fund also provides financial support to those participating in elite sporting and recreational activities. Please visit the Town’s website for more information and to access the application. The Youth Support Fund is supported through the Annual EG Mayor and Council Charity Golf Tournament.

Youth:

Under the age of 19 (exceptions considered)

Elite Athletes:

Participating in National and/or Provincial events.

For more information and to complete an application form visit: eastgwillimbury.ca/InitiativesFund

Questions:

Contact Gina Casey

Executive Coordinator to Mayor & Council gcasey@eastgwillimbury.ca 905-478-4283 ext 1276

FAIR, ACCESSIBLE, INCLUSIVE RECREATION

The Town of East Gwillimbury offers a fee assistance program to ensure participants of all ages can participate in Fair, Accessible, and Inclusive Recreation opportunities in EG!

What is FAIR EG?

FAIR EG provides residents of all ages discounts on Town recreation camps and programs. The discount is based on the number of members in the household as well as household income on a sliding scale.

How do I apply?

ONLINE

www.eastgwillimbury.ca/faireg

The FAIR EG process is completely confidential, respectful and dignified. Fill out an application at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/faireg or contact our Recreation Services Team.

or contact our Recreation Services Team.

Questions?

For more information, contact our Recreation Services Team at 905-478-3826 ext. 1402 or by kmawhinney@eastgwillimbury.ca

For more information, contact our Recreation Services Team: 905-478-3826 cmcdougall@eastgwillimbury.ca (

CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAMS

AFTER SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL

8 to 11 Years and 12 to 15 Years

Come play volleyball with us! Learn the game of volleyball in a fun and non-competitive setting. Players will learn basic skills and work as a team in a number of games each week. This is a recreational program where focus is getting participants active!

DRAW, PAINT AND SCULPT

9 to 13 Years

Children will explore their creativity and discover their talents while learning art skills and techniques in drawing, painting and sculpting. Join artist and art teacher Donna Burwell-Stevens and learn about famous artists and their art. Learn how to draw people, animals, objects and landscapes! Materials include: watercolour and acrylic paint, air dry clay and a variety of drawing materials.

INTRO TO KARATE

7 to 12 Years

KIDS MIXED MEDIA ART CLASS

4 to 8 Years and 9 to 15 Years

In partnership with Alorah designs we are excited to announce this fun new art class. Throughout the session, children will have the chance to immerse themselves in the captivating world of watercolour and acrylic painting. Each week, we will delve into exciting themes inspired by the beauty of the seasons, allowing young artists to discover and interpret the magic of these seasons through their artwork. We provide a fun and inclusive space where children can discover the joy of creating art and making new friends.

PLAYBALL - SPORTS SKILLS FOR KIDS

5 to 7 Years

This program presents an opportunity for participants to become actively involved in the basic self-defense techniques and movements as taught in Shotokan Karate. The Karate sessions will be run by Black Belt instructors from Community Martial Arts, a member of the International Karate Association (IKA Canada). A friendly, encouraging atmosphere will be created to make it an enjoyable and fun experience. A T-shirt and Karate belt will be supplied as part of the registration cost.

JAZZ

6 to 8 Years

For those who enjoy creativity and movement this is the class for you. Participants will not only learn the fundamentals, positions and technical movements that are required in Jazz dance, but they will also develop strength, style, flexibility, coordination and gain a sense of rhythm and musicality. Dress Code: body suit, tights, ballet shoes or bare feet and hair in a ponytail.

PLAYBALL - INDOOR SOCCER

5 to 7 and 6 to 9 Years

Learn and practice your skills in a fun and non-pressured way. Learn the rules, develop more confidence, practice teamwork and in-game strategies like attack and defense. This program is a great way for participants of all abilities to be part of the team!

TENNIS FOR KIDS - ORANGE BALL

9 to 11 Years

In partnership with the East Gwillimbury Tennis Club, Orange Ball focuses on the basics and fundamentals of tennis with the emphasis on having FUN. Equipment and court size is geared specifically for this age group. Juniors will be introduced to tennis related games and activities allowing them to master the basics of tennis. Our coaches are Tennis Canada certified and classes will have a maximum of eight participants. Participants must come with their own age/size appropriate racquet.

CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAMS

TENNIS FOR KIDS - RED BALL

6 to 8 Years

In partnership with the East Gwillimbury Tennis Club, children are introduced to tennis using age and size appropriate equipment designed to make tennis fun and easy to learn. Red Ball emphasizes team play and good sportsmanship. Our coaches are Tennis Canada certified and classes will have a maximum of eight participants. Participants must come with their own age/size appropriate racquet.

TUMBLE STARS

7 to 11 Years

In this structured program, participants will learn and build upon basic gymnastics skills. Learning tools such as circuits and obstacle courses will be used. Coaches might also set up stations tailored for certain participants; this creates a more individualized learning atmosphere. All coaches are fully trained by the National Coaching Certification Program. This program is run in partnership with the Pulsars Gymnastics Club.

CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAMS

INTRO TO KARATE

7 to 12 Years

JAZZ

6 to 8 Years

KIDS MIXED MEDIA ART CLASS

4 to 8 Years and 9 to 15 Years

In partnership with Alorah designs we are excited to announce this fun new art class. Throughout the session, participants will have the chance to immerse themselves in the captivating world of watercolour and acrylic painting. Each week, we will delve into exciting themes inspired by the beauty of the seasons, allowing young artists to discover and interpret the magic of these seasons through their artwork. We provide a fun and inclusive space where children can discover the joy of creating art and making new friends.

Kids Mixed Media Art Class

ADULT FITNESS PROGRAMS

LEGEND

20/20/20

The Town encourages all participants to bring their own mat and water bottle for hygienic reasons.

This jam packed, exciting program includes 20 minutes of low impact cardio, 20 minutes of muscle conditioning with dumbbells, and finishes off with 20 minutes of stretching. A class that gives you a little bit of everything, that will guarantee you leave each class feeling challenged, yet refreshed!

BABY AND ME YOGALATES

Calling all new moms! Have fun with your baby through this fitness class that combines yoga and pilates. Each class provides postnatal exercises that will increase your energy, flexibility and improve muscle strength. This is a great opportunity to meet other moms in the community. Please note: You will need to bring your own yoga mat and water bottle.

LINE DANCING

Our instructor will walk you through the steps of traditional and country line dancing. All fitness levels welcome.

PIYO

PiYo combines the muscle-sculpting, core-firming benefits of pilates with the strength and flexibility advantages of yoga. We crank up the speed to deliver a true fat-burning, low-impact workout that leaves our body looking long, lean, and incredibly defined. With every action-packed PiYo session, you can burn excess fat and sculpt and define your whole body as you minimize the aches and pains that come along with highimpact workouts. No matter your age or body type, PiYo will help give you dramatically visible, incredibly beautiful results.

ADULT FITNESS PROGRAMS

LEGEND

The Town encourages all participants to bring their own mat and water bottle for hygienic reasons.

YOGA FOR BEGINNERS

An introduction to Yoga designed for students who are new or returning to yoga. You will be guided by our instructor to gently explore basic postures and simple breathing techniques, followed by guided relaxation. Yoga improves your tone, helps strengthen and balance the body, and is ideal for counteracting the stresses of daily life. Please note: You will need to bring your own yoga mat and water bottle.

YOGA - HATHA

An introduction to Hatha Yoga designed for students who are new or returning to yoga. You will be guided by our instructor to gently explore basic postures and simple breathing techniques, followed by guided relaxation. Yoga improves your tone, helps strengthen and balance the body, and is ideal for counteracting the stresses of daily life.

Stick and Puck

6-7 p.m. EGSC

June is Recreation and Parks Month

Check out our FREE programming calendar below!

Pickleball (16+) 12-2 p.m.

Yoga Flow 11 a.m.-12 p.m. EGSC

Pride @ Farmers Market

2-7 p.m.

CIVIC CENTRE

Parent and Tot Skate 9-9:50 a.m. EGSC

Public Skate

5-6 p.m.

EGSC

Move Your Body 10-11 a.m. ROSS

Yoga - Hatha

7-8 p.m. HLCC

Parent and Tot Open Gym

Farmers Market

2-7 p.m.

CIVIC CENTRE

Youth Volleyball (12 to 16 years) 6-8 p.m. ROSS

Older Adult Shinny 1-3 p.m. EGSC

Recreation @ Farmers Market

2-7 p.m.

CIVIC CENTRE

Farmers Market 2-7 p.m.

CIVIC CENTRE 55+ Yoga 9:30-10:30 a.m. EGSC

Basketball (8 to 13 years)

6-7 p.m. ROSS

ROSS - Ross Family Complex

HLCC - Holland Landing Community Centre

EGSC - East Gwillimbury Sports Complex

SPRING 16+ YEARS

ADULT PROGRAMS

BEGINNER WATERCOLOUR COURSE WITH DONNA

Learn the basics of painting in watercolour to create landscape and floral paintings. Learn about watercolour materials, paint application methods, brush handling and colour mixing. Group instruction, artist demonstration and individual support is provided. All supplies are included.

BEGINNER WATERCOLOUR WITH ALORAH DESIGNS

Join us for a water colour creative journey presented by Alorah Designs. Perfect for beginners and intermediate enthusiasts, our weekly workshops delve into the world of watercolour painting. With each session, we will guide you through various techniques and explore the art of painting stunning florals and landscapes, inspired by fall and winter seasons. It’s an ideal opportunity to disconnect from the outside world, learn and enhance your skills, and connect with fellow art lovers. Join us and discover paint techniques, brush handling and colour mixing, with all the necessary materials provided for your convenience.

BEGINNER WATERCOLOUR WORKSHOP

Learn basic watercolour painting skills, this workshop the focus will be on creating a seasonal landscape painting. All supplies are included.

INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOUR COURSE WITH DONNA

This course builds on basic watercolour skills such as painting wet-on-wet, wet on dry and basic colour theory. Enhance your skills to create floral and landscape paintings. Group instruction, artist demonstration and individuals support is provided. All supplies are included.

ADULT LEARN TO PLAY PICKLEBALL

Our Learn to Play Pickleball welcomes players who are completely new to the sport and up to level 2.0. This program is designed to provide participants with knowledge and experience to play Pickleball! The program is in partnership with Elevation Athletics, with one of their skilled instructors there to teach and lead the games. We make sure to match players based on their skills and competition level each week and will switch you with different groups depending on your play from the week before.

BEGINNER PICKLEBALL LEAGUE

Our Beginner Pickleball League welcomes players who are completely new to the sport and up to level 3.0. We make sure to match players based on their skills and competition level each week and will switch you with different groups depending on your play from the week before.

INTERMEDIATE PICKLEBALL LEAGUE

If you are not a complete beginner but also not yet able to play in level 3.0 and above, this league is for you! 3.0 and below are welcomed and encouraged to come play in this style of league where rallies happen more consistently. It’s the perfect in-between stage before you enter that next level. The league will set you up each week with people within your skill level and you will keep track of the scores of your games for the night. Each week, the league adds up your scores and then places you in a group with similar scores as you. The goal is to make sure you get similar skill level games while also having fun!

TENNIS LESSONS - ADULT BEGINNER

Geared for players who have never had a formal lesson, haven’t played tennis for some time or who are fairly new to the game. Players will learn technical fundamentals with the goal of being able to maintain a rally with some control. Players will learn basic court positioning as well as how to keep score.

ADULT PROGRAMS

BEGINNER WATERCOLOUR WITH ALORAH DESIGNS

Join us for a watercolour creative journey presented by Alorah Designs. Perfect for beginners and intermediate enthusiasts, our weekly workshops delve into the world of watercolour painting. With each session, we will guide you through various techniques and explore the art of painting stunning florals and landscapes, inspired by fall and winter seasons. It’s an ideal opportunity to disconnect from the outside world, learn and enhance your skills, and connect with fellow art lovers. Join us and discover paint techniques, brush handling and colour mixing, with all the necessary materials provided for your convenience.

OUTDOOR BEGINNER PICKLEBALL LEAGUE

OLDER ADULT CLUBS

EAST GWILLIMBURY 55’N UP CLUB

EG Sports Complex

1914B Mount Albert Road, Sharon eg55nupclub@gmail.com

905-478-4283 x1407 @eg55nupclub

MOUNT ALBERT FRIENDSHIP CLUB FOR SENIORS

Ross Family Complex 19300 Centre Street, Mount Albert mtalbertfriendshipclubseniors@gmail.com

GOLDEN ANCHOR SENIORS’ CLUB*

Holland Landing Community Centre 19513 Yonge Street, Holland Landing goldenanchor1985@gmail.com

FAIR, ACCESSIBLE, INCLUSIVE RECREATION

EG offers a fee assistant program FAIR EG SENIORS to ensure Seniors can participate in recreation opportunities in their community.

What is FAIR EG SENIORS?

FAIR EG SENIORS removes financial barriers, promotes inclusiveness and provides accessible recreational opportunities for Seniors.

How do I apply?

The FAIR EG SENIORS process is completely confidential, respectful and dignified. Fill out an application at eastgwillimbury.ca/faireg or contact our Recreation Services Team.

Questions?

For more information, contact our Recreation Services Team: 905-478-4283 ext. 1402 awright@eastgwillimbury.ca

55+ BUS TRIPS

BUS TRIP - LITTLE CANADA AND TALL SHIP CRUISE

55+ | MONDAY JUNE 2

Join us for a day trip to Toronto! We will start the day off at the St. Lawrence Market for some free time to shop and grab your choice of food for lunch. Then we will make our way over to Little Canada - a unique attraction that tells the stories of Canada and showcases the country’s cities and landscapes through the art of miniature. From there we will set sail on the Kajama, a traditional 165 foot three masted Schooner boat cruise. We will sit back and relax as we set sail on Toronto harbour and beautiful Lake Ontario.

Pick-up/drop-off locations:

• 40 Royal Oak Court, Mount Albert at 10:15 a.m.

• EG Sports Complex (Sharon Arena)

1914B Mount Albert Road, Sharon at 10:30 a.m.

27 at 8:30

BUS TRIP - KINGS WHARF THEATRE

55+ | THURSDAY AUGUST 21

Join us for a day trip up north to the Kings Wharf Theatre. We will start the day at Restaurant Sainte-Marie for an amazing buffet lunch. From there we will head over to the theatre to see the Broadway musical phenomenon Grease.

Pick-up/drop-off locations:

• 40 Royal Oak Court, Mount Albert at 9:45 a.m.

• EG Sports Complex (Sharon Arena)

1914B Mount Albert Road, Sharon at 10 a.m.

BUS TRIP - DUNDURN CASTLE

55+ | THURSDAY JULY 17

Join us for an amazing day trip visiting Dundurn Castle and the Royal Botanical Gardens! The day will begin at Dundurn Castle for guided tour of this 40-room Italianate-style villa built in the 1830’s on Burlington Heights. From here we will go to the Royal Botanical Gardens Canada where we will have a boxed lunch (see lunch details below) and a guided tour of the gardens. Next we will make our way to the Dutch Mill Country Market for some shopping before we depart home.

Lunch Details: Smoked Turkey Wrap (turkey, lettuce, tomato, roasted pepper aioli) with a side garden salad, banana bread for dessert and a bottle of water.

Pick-up points are:

• 40 Royal Oak Court, Mount Albert at 8:30 a.m.

• EG Sports Complex (Sharon Arena)

1914B Mount Albert Road, Sharon at 8:45 a.m.

Please note:

• The bus will be leaving at the scheduled departures times. To avoid missing the bus, please arrive 15 minutes early to sign-in with the trip leader.

• Member rate is for members of EG 55n’ Up club, Golden Anchors and Mount Albert Friendship club. Proof of membership must be shown at registration.

PARKS AND AMENITIES

Anchor 88 Doane Rd.

Allangrove 28 Allangrove Ave.

Beechwood 49 Brightwork Way

Birchard 5590 Mount Albert Rd.

Brenner 53 Morton Ave.

Brown Hill 26 Blake St.

Carnaby 80 Alvin Pegg Dr.

Children of Peace 68 Sharonview Cre.

Cupples Farm 127 Cupples Farm Ln.

Don Rose 7 Don Rose Blvd.

Emily 35 Thompson Dr.

French 459 Queensville Sdrd.

Grant 29 Milne Ln.

Grist Mill 186 Stegman Rd.

Harvest Hills 183 Harvest Hills Blvd.

Holland Landing C.C. 19513 Yonge St.

King Street 351 King St.

Ladder 31 Ladder Cres.

Lady Gwillim 55 Harvest Hills Blvd.

Mainprize 40 Mainprize Cres.

Manor Forest 13 Manor Forest Rd.

Manor Hampton 130 Manor Hampton St.

PARKS AND AMENITIES

Mill 44 Mill St.

Millennium Garden 51 Albert St.

Mount Albert C.C. 53 Main St.

Mount Albert Lions 5057 Mount Albert Rd.

Murrell 950 Murrell Blvd.

North Union C.C. 2624 Boag Rd.

Parkway 84 Oak Ave.

Peggy’s Wood 2 Nature Way Cres.

Queensville 1590 Queensville Sdrd.

Radial Line 981 Murrell Blvd.

Ridge View 126 Dogwood Blvd.

Robert Hunter 120 Mainprize Cres.

Rosebank 16 Rosebank Blvd.

Ross Family Complex 19300 Centre St.

Samuel Lount 144 Samuel Lount Rd.

Shannon 84 King St.

Sharon 1914 Mount Albert Rd.

Sharon Hills 191 Colonel Wayling Blvd.

Valley View 175 Walter English Dr.

Vista Hills 2 Holland Vista St.

Vivian Creek 19253 Centre St.

Walter Tunny 38 Walter Tunny Cres.

TRAILS

Anchor Park Trail

88 Doane Rd., Holland Landing

Parking available at Anchor Park

Beechwood Trail

48 Brightwork Way, Holland Landing

Parking available at Beechwood Park

Cupples Farm Trail

127 Cupples Farm Ln., Mount Albert Street parking is available

Nokiidaa Trail

Parking available at the corner of Yonge St. and Mount Albert Rd. and north of Green Ln. between 2nd Conc. Rd. and Murrell Dr.

Oriole Trail

The end of Oriole Dr. in Holland Landing Street parking is available

Peggy’s Wood Trail

2 Nature Way Cres., East Gwillimbury

On-street parking available along Nature Way Cres.

Princess/Shannon Trail

84 King St., Mount Albert

Parking available at Shannon Park

Queensville Trail

180 Petal Ave., Queensville Street parking is available

Sharon Creek Trail

19000 Leslie St., Sharon

Parking available at EG Civic Centre

Sharon Hills Park Trail

Colonel Wayling Blvd., Sharon

Parking available at Sharon Hills Park

Radial Line Trail

981 Murrell Blvd., Sharon

Parking available at Radial Line Park

Silk Twist Trail

19513 Yonge St., Sharon

Parking available at the Holland Landing Community Centre

Simcoe Trail

19513 Yonge St., Holland Landing

Parking available at the Holland Landing Community Centre

Vivian Creek Trail

19253 Centre St., Mount Albert

Parking available at Vivian Creek Park

Oriole Trail Bridge

Silk Twist Trail

Beechwood Trail

FACILITY BOOKINGS

For more information on our facilities please call Recreation Services at 905-478-3826.

COMMUNITY CENTRE

PLEASE NOTE:

• Capacities will vary with each set up and location.

• Capacities do not include buffet/gift tables, dance floors, head tables, etc.

• Cooking with grease-laden vapours is allowed at the Mount Albert Lions Community Centre only. All other facilities allow boiled water only.

• All alcohol-licensed functions must adhere to the Town of East Gwillimbury Municipal Alcohol Policy. Contact Recreation Services for more details.

• Pictures and pricing can be found online at eastgwillimbury.ca/Facilities

• Tea kettles, coffee urns, dishes, and utensils are no longer provided at our facilities.