Community Services
Fall 2023
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GRIMSBY RESIDENTS: NON-GRIMSBY RESIDENTS:
September 6th at 6pm
September 11th at 9am
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Unless otherwise specified, activities and programs require pre-registration in order to attend.
THERE ARE A FEW DIFFERENT WAYS TO REGISTER ON THE DATE REGISTRATION OPENS FOR YOU!
Phone registrations can be completed by calling the Community Services Department. (905-945-1288)
Online registrations require credit card use and a one time $2 nonrefundable convenience fee will be applied. Phone registrations are not subject to the convenience fee.
Cheques are payable to the Town of Grimsby and must be dated the day of registration. NSF Cheques are subject to a $25 administrative fee and require immediate correction for the space to be held.
If you require financial assistance for program fees, please contact us and we will review assistance options.
Current Hours: Monday - Sunday 8:30am - 9pm
PUBLIC SKATING RULES & PAYMENT
Public Skate Rules
Please observe the following skate rules to ensure a fun experience for everyone:
Properly fitted, CSA approved helmets are strongly recommended for all patrons
Strollers and baby carriers are not permitted on the ice Skates are required on the ice
Sticks and pucks are not permitted during public skating
A full list of public skating rules is also posted at the rink.
Public Skating Payment Prices
Age 1 visit 10 Child (14 and Under) $3.50 Student (15 to 18 yrs.) $4 Adult (18 to 54 yrs ) $5 Senior (55+) $4 Family $9.50
Public skating is a great recreational outing for a family or group of friends. It’s active, it’s fun, and it’s social! Our public skates are open to all ages and skating abilities.
Saturday Oct 7 to Dec 23 8:40 to 10 PM
Sunday Oct 8 to Dec 17 3:10 to 4:30 PM
Fee: Single or 10 Pass Available (pricing dependent on age)
Schedule for Preschool
Day
Fee: $5 per visit for child + adult $2 for additional sibling $40 for 10 pass
LOCATION: PEACH KING CENTRE
Your little one is ready to lace up a pair of skates, and we have the perfect place for you to do that! Our preschool skating program offers a fun, casual skating environment that will get children skating on their own with a great big smile. The program incorporates games and songs. One parent or caregiver 18+ must have skates and go on the ice with the child. Strollers are permitted during this program, skate aids will be available as needed.
maximum of 2 children per adult Full hockey equipment is required for children and youth, adults must wear skates and a helmet
*Adult supervision required for children 12 and under
CATION: PEACH KING CENTRE
Fee/Session: $5 per visit (adult + 2 children)
$2.00 additional children
$40 for a 10 Pass
For children who are not yet comfortable skating and want to improve their skills! This program focuses on the basics of skating, incorporating skill development, fun and games It is preferred that participants have been on skates a few times before the classes Coach Gail has taught many Grimsby children how to skate, come and see why her classes continue to fill! Skate aids will be available as needed.
Friday Sept 29 - Dec 1 (10 weeks) 4:10 - 5pm 5 - 10 yrs
Tuesday Sept. 26 - Dec. 5 (10 weeks) no class Oct. 31 4:10 - 5pm 5 - 10 yrs
$104 for 10 weeks
Ticket ice is intended to act as a supplemental ice time for figure skaters looking to add an extra lesson or practice before a test, competition or showcase.
Day Schedule Time
Wednesday Start Sept. 6 3:30 - 4:30pm
Friday Starts Sept. 8 3 - 4pm
Fee: $5 per visit $40 for 10 Pass
Join in, whenever you can, with our noon hour hockey pick up program. Always a different group of people, always a lot of fun. This is a drop in shinny program that is open to anyone 16 years of age and older. Full protective equipment is required.
Monday, Wednesday, Friday Start Sept. 18 12 - 1:30pm 16+
Fee/Session: $7 per visit $54 for 10 Pass
An adults only drop-in time. A great chance to be active and brush up on your skating! This is a skating program only, sticks and pucks are not permitted. Helmets are strongly recommended.
Tuesday Sept. 5 - Dec. 19 (no class Dec. 27) 12 - 1:30pm 18+
Wednesday Sept 6 - Dec 20 10 - 11:30am 18+
Fee/Session: $5 per visit $40 for 10 Pass
Sportball provides non-competitive sports instruction for children ages 16 months to 7 years. We want kids to develop physical literacy and a life-long love of movement and sport. We place our emphasis on competence and confidence building, socialization and overall fun
If we asked one of our Sportball parents to dream up their child's ultimate class, it would probably end up looking a lot like our star program, Multi-Sport Multi-sport classes keep children moving and engaged and send them home with new skills from a different sport each class Please note Parent and Child Multi-Sport requires an adult to participate in each class
Location: Livingston Activity Centre
Ages: Tiny Tots (18 - 36 months) or Kinder Kids (3 - 5 yrs) Day
Monday Tiny Tots
Saturday Tiny Tots
Monday Kinder Kids
Saturday Kinder Kids
*No class October 7, 9, and November 4
Roll, jump, balance, run & fun! This program works on gross motor development, balance, agility to develop well rounded physical skills. Children will move through circuit stations with assistance from our coaches. Children in Tiny
(18 - 36 months) must be accompanied by a caregiver who is 18 years of age or older.
Location: Livingston Activity Centre
Ages: 6 - 8 years
Day Monday
*No class October 9
Basic gymnastics tumbling skills along with exercises to increase flexibility is the focus. Tumblers will move through circuit stations with assistance from our coaches.
Tiny Tunes
Location: Peach King Centre
Ages: 2 - 4 years
Day
Monday
*No class October 9
Singing, Dancing & Instruments! Children will sing, dance and play instruments along with their caregiver. Parades and parachute play included each week! Fun! Fun! Fun! Children must be accompanied by a caregiver who is 18 years of age or older.
Ages: 7 - 12 years old
Fee: $125 (8 weeks)
Location: Carnegie Hall
Time: 6:15 - 7:15pm
Dates: Starts Wednesday Sept. 20
Join Creative Bug as we conduct 8 weeks of STEAM energy learning about motors and how electricity is conducted using potatoes, magnets, LEDs, and more! Each engineer will take home a kit they can use to continue to explore electricity with.
Ages: 5 - 10 years old
Fee: $110 (8 weeks)
Location: Carnegie Hall
Ages: 18+
Fee: $100 (4 weeks)
Location: Carnegie Hall
Time: 10 - 11:30am
Dates: Starts Tuesday October 3rd
Each week we will have fun creating fall themed arts! Our project plans include sewing simple plush pumpkins, needle felting, seasonal cookie decorating and more!
Ages: 18+
Fee: $100 (4 weeks)
Location: Carnegie Hall
Time: 10 - 11:30am
Dates: Starts Tuesday November 7th
Join us for 4 weeks of holiday projects including our much loved gnome making workshops! Each project will use different mediums to give you the opportunity to try something different.
Time: 5 - 6pm
Dates: Starts Wednesday Sept. 20
Fall in love with art with us as we explore a variety of mediums including watercolours, acrylics, clay and more to create a seasonally inspired SMASH Book to take home at a the end of the session.
Plush Pumpkins
Date
October 12
Time 5 - 8pm
Age 8 - 14
Date
October 26
7:30pm
Age
7 - 12
November 23
Age
8 - 14
Cost
November 30
Time 6 - 7:30pm Age 7 - 12 Cost $40
It's the most wonderful time of the year! Create a wooden Countdown to Christmas Sign with us that you can enjoy year after year!
Surprise Inside Santa Cake
Date
December 21
Time
Age
8 - 14
$50
Location: Southward Community Room
Date
Fri. October 6
Time 9 - 4pm Age 5 - 12
$60
Join the Creative Bug Team as we explore the colours, textures, sights, and art of Fall We will explore printmaking, paint and get outside for games and fun (weather permitting)
Date
January 3
Age
7 - 12
$60
We can't wait to spend the day creating custom clay art book covers and pens for your artists to use to create art and make notes with their favourite mediums! Each artist will take home their own completed notebook and pen to enjoy!
Location: Southward Community Room
Date
Fri Nov 24
Time 9am - 4pm
5 - 12
Winter Break Camp
Location: Peach King Centre
January 2 - 5
Time 9 - 3:30pm Age 6 - 12 Cost $134
*extended care 7:45am to 5:30pm (additional $42 wk)
Join Us for a full week of camp adventure. Each day will be a mix of games, outdoor play and crafts while we enjoy some holiday time away from school. Children will have the opportunity to skate daily as well as meet few special guests throughout the week. Pizza is included on Friday.
Mess Making, Art Creating
Date
Thurs Jan. 4
Age
5 - 10
$60
GPAG PD Days
Location: Grimsby Public Art Gallery
October 6
November 24
Time 9am - 12pm 9am - 12pm
Cost $35 $35 11
No school? No problem! Join us on your school day off to participate in fun arts and crafts projects across a variety of mediums.
Location: Livingston Activity Centre
Time: 7 - 7:50pm
*No class October 31st
This class will begin with a complete warm up, include strength, toning and balance and end with a stretch and relaxation component. Trisha, our highly experienced fitness and wellness instructor will bring her unique touch to this class and make it perfect for all fitness levels. Get your evening workout in to suit your busy schedule and enjoy the healthy benefits.
*Fit Friday
Location: Livingston Activity Centre Tim 10 10 50
Time: 9 - 9:50am Day Monday
Wednesday
Friday
*No class Thanksgiving Monday, Oct, 9th
A variety of instructors offering a class that focuses on muscle concentration, breathing and posture while strength training, balancing and increasing the heart rate with movements. Exercises are performed both sitting and standing using the chair for support. This class is for participants who are looking for a gentle approach back into and towards fitness. All exercises are demonstrated with variations and modifications.
Zumba (DAY)
Location: Livingston Activity Centre
Time: 11 - 11:50am
Day Tuesday Thursday
Fall Session
Sept 12 - Dec 12
Sept 14 - Dec 14
*No class October 10th & 17th
*No class October 12th & 19th
Classes 12 12
Cost $51 $51
A fun Latin infused cardio dance style class with variations for all levels This is a fitness experience that everyone should try! It is upbeat and Anna, our Zumba instructor makes it easy to follow
Zumba (EVENING)
Location: Livingston Activity Centre
Time: 7:10 - 8pm
Day
Wednesday
Pilates/Yoga Flow
Fall Session
Sept 13 - Dec 6 Classes 11 Cost $82
*No class October 11th & 18th
Gentle Hatha Yoga
Location: Livingston Activity Centre
Location: Livingston Activity Centre Time: 5:45 - 7pm
Day
Fall Session
Wednesday No class October 18 & November 1
Sept. 13 - Nov. 29
Classes 10 Cost $110
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Classes 8 Cost $34
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Location: Livingston Activity Centre
Time: 1:30 - 2:20pm
Day
Wednesday
Fall Session
Sept. 13 - Dec. 6
*No class October 18th - Blood Donor Clinic
Location: Livingston Activity Centre
Time: 12:15 - 1:05pm
Classes 12 Cost $51
Join Mackenzie, our highly experienced Fitness/Wellness Instructor in a class offering deep relaxing stretches This class will focus on each part of the body’s need for alignment and length We have mats and props to assist
Day
Wednesday
Fall Session
Sept. 20 - Nov. 15 Classes 8 Cost $60
*No class October 18th - Blood Donor Clinic
With a small scale class ratio the focus will be on you building the fundamentals of resistance training It is best suited for beginners or individuals looking to rebuild their strength training routine with emphasis on form and understanding muscles This class will specifically utilize free weights, body nd levels of resistance bands
Location: Livingston Activity Centre : 10 - 11:10am
nesday
Fall Session
Sept. 20 - Nov. 29 Classes 10 Cost $110
*No class on November 1st
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Location: Peach King Centre
Time: 11am - 11:50am
Day
Tuesday
Sept 26 - Oct 31
6
A unique workout program for new mothers, fathers, or grandparents that uses the stroller as a fitness apparatus to get back into shape after having a baby. It is the ideal way for mom or dad to maintain their fitness, increase energy and be with their baby all at the same time. Each class will have a themed workout, such as; Strength, Yoga and Total body conditioning and a variety of specialized instructors It is recommended for newborns to 18 months
*Fitness Fusion
Location: Peach King Centre
Time: 9 - 9:50am
Wednesday
Location: Peach King Centre
Time: 9 - 9:50am Day
Monday
Fall Session
Sept. 11 - Dec. 4 Classes 12 Cost $51
*DROP-IN Adult: $7 and Senior: $5.25 OR 10 PASS Adult: $60 Senior: $43
A complete workout using your own body weight, resistance and free weights targeting legs and upper body. This class combines the whole package with a variety of music and fitness props.
Fall Session
Sept. 13 - Nov. 29 Classes 12 Cost $51
*DROP-IN Adult: $7 and Senior: $5.25 OR 10 PASS Adult: $60 Senior: $43
A blend of cardio, strength, balance and flexibility fusing them together with great music and fun flowing movements.
Class
Strength, Tone & Balance
Strictly Stretch
WOW Women on Weights
Let's Get Started
Wed.
Tues.
Join us for a 1 day try-it class – Registration Required. Visit us online at grimsby.ca to secure your free spot. Call us: 905-945-1288 OR visit us in-person at the Peach King Centre or the Livingston Activity Centre. Read individual descriptions on previous pages.
Day: Tuesday and Thursday
Time: 9:45am - 11:15am
Location: Peach King Centre
A “doctor approved “cardiac exercise program for people who want to improve heart health. This program operates twice weekly, Tuesdays and Thursdays for a duration of 90 minutes. It begins with a warm-up followed by concurrent strength training in the weight room and group functional fitness in the adjacent studio. The program ends with a group cool down and stretching. Before participating in the program we require each individual to complete our intake and waiver and provide a doctor’s referral form Your doctor may have this form, if not it can be picked up at the Community Services office
Please contact 905-309-2074 OR email recreation@grimsby.ca for details and to set up a free tour.
OPEN
6:30AM-10PM
Personal Training
One-on-one time that focuses on YOUR personal needs
Flexible schedules
Single session or get a 5 pack!
Full Service Expanded Weight Room
Cardio Equipment
Strength training machines
Free weights
Comfortable, casual environment
We invite you to COME TRAIN WITH US and visit our newly expanded weight room with more cardio machines and a brand new universal multi-gym trainer.
For more information about any of our fitness programs call the CommunityServices Department:
905-945-1288
Each personal training session is one hour, exclusive to members only. Fees include HST. Fees subject to change.
Racquetball is a fast paced, easy and fun game to play with either 2 or 4 people. The Peach King Centre has racquetball courts for rental, between 8:30 am with final bookings accepted at 9pm.
Racquets and balls are available
Call ahead to book a court
"LIFE IS A GREAT BIG CANVAS; THROW ALL THE PAINT YOU CAN ON IT."
Virtual children’s safety classes are taught over one day or four sessions through Zoom Meeting technology. Classes are led by a live instructor and each program includes interactive digital media to help learn key messages Participants will need a device with camera & microphone (laptop, tablet, smart phone) as well as high-speed internet connection
Cost: $70
Age: 7 - 10
Dates
Sept. 18 - 21
Nov. 6 - 9
Time Sessions
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Dates
Sept. 25 - 28
Oct. 14
Nov. 13 - 16
Dec. 10
Time 6:30 - 7:45pm 11am - 5:30pm 6:30 - 7:45pm 11am - 5:30pm Sessions 4 1 4 1
This program helps families decide if their child is ready for the next steps of independence and arms them with strategies for staying safe when walking home from school and when home alone. Topics include Street Smarts, People Safety, At Home Safety, Online Safety, Fire Safety and First Aid with Accident Prevention. All participants will receive a copy of the Home Alone Safety for Kids manual along with their certificate by regular mail after the course has been completed
Cost: $70
Dates
Sept. 23
Oct. 2 - 5
Oct. 21
Nov. 27 - 30
Dec. 17
This program helps participants learn how to care for other children Topics include Care for Children of all Ages (diapering, feeding, naps/sleep, and activities), Leadership styles, Problemsolving strategies, First Aid and Accident Prevention. All participants will receive a copy of the Red Cross Babysitter’s manual along with their certificate by regular mail after the course has been completed (NOTE: 100% attendance is required for this course. Participants must have a working camera and audio features on their device.)
Time 10am - 5pm 6:30 - 8pm 11am - 6pm 4:30 - 6pm 11am - 6pm Sessions 1 4 1 4 1 19
Location: GPAG
Ages: Youth 6 - 11 years old
Date(s)
Sept. 16, 30
Oct. 7, 14, 21, & 28
Nov. 4, 11, 18, & 25
Discover the world of art through drawing, sculpting, painting, and more! Build your imagination and skills as you learn about art techniques, famous art, and different artist materials This multi-level program will encourage the discovery and skill building for life-long learners and creatives
Location: GPAG
Ages: Youth 10 - 15 years old
Date(s)
Oct. 5, 12, 19, & 26
It’s time to go 3D! Go from the blank white page and get your hands into clay, plasticine, assemblage, and more for art creations that really POP! Participants will engage in the sensory and problem-solving components of sculpting and structure creation.
Location: GPAG
Ages: Youth 9 - 14 years old
Date(s)
Nov 2, 9, 16, & 23
Often the first interest for many budding artists, learn all there is about drawing from the different materials you can use to mastering the techniques. This session is a fun way to expand your skills, explore your creative ideas, and express yourself.
EVENTS:
Figure Drawing
Location: GPAG
Ages: Adults 18+
Date(s)
Sept. 19
Oct. 17
Nov. 14
Dec. 5
Practice and refine your skills with our Figure Drawing sessions Drawing the human form live is an essential exercise for artists of all abilities, mediums, and styles. Get into the practice with quick studies, gestures and extended poses. Participants are self-directed and without an instructor in an open studio format.
Pen & Ink Techniques with Ralf Wall (Raflar)
Location: GPAG
Ages: 16+
Date(s)
Oct. 5, 12, 19, & 26
Professional artist Ralf Wall will guide you through pen & ink techniques to draw shape, texture, shading and more for your illustrations. Using a variety of pen strokes, hatching, cross-hatching, stippling and scribbling you can create visually stunning drawings. Materials not included, list of materials to bring will be provided.
Flora Hutterer
Location: GPAG
Ages: 16+
Date(s)
Nov 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30
Express your creativity combined with knowledge of painting techniques to produce joyful and successful results. This course offers instruction and practice in watercolour painting. Instructor Flora Hutterer gives individual attention and advice to improve your overall painting experience. Materials not included, list of materials to bring will be provided.
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Program
Saturday, September 30, 2023
See website for details
Holiday Greetings: Printmaking Workshop with Liz Pogoda Bennett
Location: GPAG
Ages: 16+
Date(s): December 9
Time: 1 - 4pm
Cost: $50
Celebrate the season by creating your very own Holiday cards using printmaking techniques guided by artist Liz Pogoda Bennett. Liz will take you through the steps of designing an image for cutting, how to work the tools, ink and brayers, and planning a small soft lino-cut composition. Send your cards to loved ones or keep them as your own handmade artwork creation! Materials included.
RREWILDING is a compilation of works weaved together by Michèle Karch-Ackerman and Tanya Zaryski. The exhibition is comprised of The Library of Dresses, a year-long exploration that involved stitching a wardrobe of dresses to honour deceased female authoresses that inspired Karch-Ackerman, and the bountiful and lush paintings of Zaryski’s isolation fueled longing for connection with friends, explorations of fairy tale lore, imaginative play, and the ‘rewilding’ of her childhood and self Both are women and mothers, committed to an art practice that tugs at the heartstrings and explores love, nature, memory and narrative. This body of work is the culmination of a year’s worth of work and playful discovery; and many long conversations about creative process, motherhood, love, loneliness, fairy tales, and the idea of rewilding. Zaryski’s Rewilding series plays with animal companions and guides, embedded with quests and magical narratives that at first glance appear attractive and charming, but upon further inspection are not entirely safe. Intertwined with Karch-Ackerman’s Library of Dresses paying homage to authors such as Jane Austen, Mary Shelley and Emily Dickinson, the works dovetail, transporting audiences to speculative worlds of fiction, possibility and healing.