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The Multi-Use Recreation Complex (MURC) opened on March 2, 2024. The MURC is one of the largest projects in the Town’s history. It is a state-of-the-art facility offering programs and activities for people of all ages and abilities.
Hours
Monday to Friday - 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday - 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Check the Disruptions and Closures page to find out about holiday hours.
Location and contact information
Join us at the MURC at 261 Garrett Styles Dr., Keswick, ON L4P 3E9. Note that the MURC is accessible from Garrett Styles off of Woodbine Avenue between Ravenshoe Road and Glenwoods Avenue. This section of Garrett Styles is not accessible from the Queensway.
Telephone: 905-989-3000
Email: eleisure@georgina.ca
Whether you’re looking to get into shape with one of our fun fitness classes, learn how to swim or want to learn something new, like how to cook a new dish, we have something for you.
Registered Programs
Summer program registration:
- Residents opens on June 4, 2024
- Non-residents opens on June 11, 2024
Browse offering of our registered programs online and save them to your "Wish List" to easily find desired programs when registration opens. Don’t have an account? Sign up for one today and take advantage of all the great programs and activities.
Drop-in programs
Learn more about the drop-in programs at the MURC Gym and the MURC Pool. Be sure to check out our schedules often as it may be updated with new programs and activities.
Features
Included at the MURC
The MURC includes:
- Six-lane 25-metre pool
- Two-depth leisure pool
- Therapy pool
- Double gymnasium
- Indoor walking track
- Activity Studio
- Multi-purpose meeting rooms
- Program room
- Meeting room
- Active living space
- Discovery Branch Library
Walking Track
![black walking track with white lines](/sites/default/files/styles/scale_width_400/public/2024-03/2024_Facilities_MURC_Walking-Track.jpg?itok=8sF0lMVU)
Check out the walking track at the MURC. The stairs to the walking track are at the end of the corridor past the washrooms and the Multi-purpose rooms. The track is also accessible by the elevator just off the main area of the building.
The walking track is free to use during these time periods:
Monday to Friday - 6 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Saturday to Sunday - 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Outside these hours, the walking track is open for a drop-in fee or is utilized by registered programs and outside reservations.
Please note the track will be counterclockwise on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.
The track will be clockwise on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
Distances
The inside track is the walk/slow track.
- 12.4 laps/mile
- 7.7 laps/km
- 1 lap is 130 m
The middle track is the passing track.
- 11.5 laps/mile
- 7.1 laps/km
- 1 lap is 140 m
The outside track is the run/fast track.
- 10.9 laps/mile
- 6.8 laps/km
- 1 lap is 147 m
Fitness equipment
![left 2 cycling machines in front of windows right a stair master and a rower in a corner](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-03/Fitness%20Machines-%20Web.png?itok=Jsh9Ed-h)
While there is not a full fitness centre at the MURC, users can enjoy an activity studio on the second floor which will provide fitness programs including cardio and yoga. Stationed in corners of the walking track are fitness machines that are available for use. This includes:
- 2 cycling bikes
- 1 stairmaster
- 1 rower
- 1 chin dip
There are also some hand weights that are available for use.
![Rack of hand weights](/sites/default/files/styles/scale_width_400/public/2024-03/Hand%20weights-web.png?itok=UueZRmH5)
Facility Rental
Rent this facility
Visit the Facility Booking Availability website, contact Service Georgina at 905-476-4301 ext. 3001 or by email at info@georgina.ca to book.
Learn more about renting each space including capacity and pricing the MURC
- Multi-purpose rooms (A and B)
- Kitchen
- Program Room
- Meeting Room
- Amphitheater
- Gymnasium
- Aquatic Centre
- Lobby
- Parking Lot
Discovery Library Branch
The Discovery Branch is your new community living room. This inclusive, multi-generational and multi-purpose space will include expanded programs, quiet study rooms, spaces for people to meet and connect, an outdoor reading garden, and a Maker Space with exciting new tools and technology including a music and video recording studio, a laser cutter, sewing and embroidery machines, a large format printer, and more. Get more information at georginalibrary.ca/DiscoveryBranch
Accessibility
The MURC is accessible to all, meeting all building codes and Facility Accessibility Design Standards (FADS). All three pools feature accessible ramps and the second floor of the building can be reached using a fully accessible elevator. Learn more about accessible features and programs for our facilities on our accessibility inclusion page.
Sponsorship
The MURC is available for multiple naming rights and corporate sponsorship opportunities.
Contact Carlie McCormick, Sponsorship and Special Events Supervisor, at ccmccormick@georgina.ca to express your interest in the MURC facility today.
Employment
The Town is always looking for great people to join its team. Keep an eye on the Careers page for employment opportunities and the Events Calendar for job fairs.
Photos and videos
![Left empty pool right children at a table with 3d printer](/sites/default/files/styles/scale_width_400/public/2024-03/MURC%20Pool%20and%20Discovery%20Branch.png?itok=Yeox8Trf)
![Left Empty gym right walking track](/sites/default/files/styles/scale_width_400/public/2024-03/MURC%20Gym%20and%20Walking%20Track.png?itok=mQIg5bdB)
Construction
![Left outside of a building with trucks Right: Side of the a building with trees in planters](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-11/MURC-November_2023-Website2.png?itok=csMiiTmM)
![Left: Outside of building with freshly planted trees Right: concrete steps down a hill](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-11/MURC-November_2023-Website4.png?itok=MA-brQiQ)
![Left: Indoor pool under construction Right: indoor gymnasium under construction](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-11/MURC-November_2023-Website1.png?itok=WzNQQt_l)
![Left: main desk under construction Right Inside of building under construction](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-11/MURC-November_2023-Website3.png?itok=YUc0L9Jl)
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![left: Scoreboard on white wall right: looking up at windows](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-10/MURC%20Inside.png?itok=7DQR6RAK)
![Left: lanes on floor of a pool right: pool filled with construction in the background](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-10/MURC%20Pool.png?itok=GPhi6kuw)
Video
Sustainability
For the MURC, a sustainability strategy was developed with consultants that were appropriate for the project and meet the Town's objectives.
LEED Gold certification
LEED Gold certification is being pursued for the MURC. LEED Gold was determined to represent both a high level of performance and an achievable goal within the budget of the project.
The project uses materials with high solar reflectance index (SRI) values to minimize effects on microclimates and wildlife habitats. This includes a light-coloured roof that helps to mitigate the Heat Island Effect. This contributes to a cooler environment and decreases the heat being absorbed by the building in the summer. This is one of the LEED credits that have already been approved for the project.
Optimize Energy Performance is another credit, which includes a high R-value building envelop which was also awarded. The R-Value for our roof is R-40, and there are other aspects of the construction like thermal breaks and other insulation that are contributing to these. This also ties in with six innovation credits with a focus on indoor air quality and better building energy performance with a total annual site energy reduction of 28 per cent and a reduction in annual Green House Gas emissions of 38 per cent from the baseline. The building has been designed to achieve a 40 per cent reduction in indoor potable water use and utilizes the metering of energy sources.
The project utilizes air-side heat recovery to precondition ventilation air (both heating and cooling) from exhaust air, thus reducing energy consumption.
Finally, the project includes five biophilic design strategies to connect occupants with nature through the built environment. The design team focused on these and other credits to achieve the highest possible sustainable goals for this project within its budget and timeline.
Construction details
MURC timeline
- March 2, 2024 – Grand opening
- Q1 2024 – The Town took occupancy of the building
- November 2021 - Groundbreaking ceremony
- June 2021 - Council moves forward with Multi-Use Recreation Complex
- November 2019 - Design revealed
- May-June 2019 - Public input sessions
- May 2018 - Site chosen and billboard erected to identify the future site of the MURC
- 2014 - MURC approved
- 2014 - Recreation Facility Needs Study completed
Media Releases
Jan. 17, 2024 - Georgina's new Multi-Use Recreation Complex to open March 2
Nov. 10, 2021 - Groundbreaking ceremony for new Multi-Use Recreation Complex
June 23, 2021 - Town moves forward with construction of Multi-Use Recreation Complex
Nov. 28, 2019 - Georgina reveals design for new Multi-Use Recreation Complex
May 11, 2018 - Billboard marks MURC future site - May 11, 2018
Project updates and reports
Monthly project updates
- January 2024 MURC project Council update
- November 2023 MURC project Council update
- September 2023 MURC project Council update
- August 2023 MURC project Council update
- July 2023 MURC project Council update
- June 2023 MURC project Council update Multi-use path
- May 2023 MURC project Council update
- April 2023 MURC project Council update
- March 2023 MURC project Council update
- February 2023 MURC project Council update
- November 2022 MURC project Council update
- September 2022 MURC project Council update
- August 2022 MURC project Council update
- June 2022 MURC project Council update
- April 2022 MURC project Council update
- March 2022 MURC project Council update
- January 2022 MURC project Council update
- November 2021 MURC project Council update
- October 2021 MURC project Council update
Council reports
- June 23, 2021 - Council report - Multi-Use Recreation Complex construction services (3.13 MB)
- June 23, 2021 - Presentation - Multi-Use Recreation Complex presentation (5.55 MB)
- June 23, 2021 - Council resolutions - Council resolutions (82.19 KB)
- Nov. 27, 2019 - Presentation - Multi-Use Recreation Complex Council Presentation (32.07 MB)
- Nov. 27, 2019 - Council report - Multi-Use Recreation Complex schematic design reveal (337.41 KB)
- Sept. 25, 2019 - Council report - Multi-Use Recreation Complex concept design (480.94 KB)
- Sept. 25, 2019 - Presentation - Concept designs (1.38 MB)
- May 8, 2019 - Council report - YMCA-GTA partnership options (2.42 MB)
- May 1, 2019 - Council report - Award of contract for architect (297.96 KB)
- May 1, 2019 - Presentation - Perkins + Will presentation (12.78 MB)
- Sept. 12, 2018 - Council report - Award of contract for project management services (183.81 KB)
- Aug. 15, 2018 - Council report - Endorsement of steering committee for Civic Centre and MURC projects (300.21 KB)
- March 2, 2018 - Agenda/Minutes - Agenda, minutes, presentation, archived broadcast
- Sept 20, 2017 - Council report - Expression of interest results and land status update (56.66 KB)
- July 19, 2017 - Council report - Land assessment and project update (31.14 KB)
- Apr. 26, 2017 - Council report - Land requirements (30.48 KB)
- Apr. 26, 2017 - Council report - West Park update (42.03 KB)
- Jan. 27, 2017 - Council report - Hemson DC Background Study Report (1.58 MB)
- Jan. 10, 2017 - Presentation - MURC update (145.21 KB)
- July 5, 2016 - Presentation - MURC report update (394.15 KB)
- June 15, 2016 - Council report - MURC update (52.58 KB)
- Sept. 9, 2015 - Council report - MURC partnership analysis update (22.39 KB)
- May 14, 2014 - Council report - Recreation facility needs study (5.32 MB)
- May 14, 2014 - Council report - Facility needs study final report (31.48 KB)
- May 14, 2014 - Presentation - Recreation facility needs study (751.54 KB)
To view the Council agendas and meeting minutes, visit the Agendas, meeting minutes and broadcast archives webpage.
Concept design
On Nov. 27, 2019, the design for the new MURC was revealed at the Town Council meeting.
Concept design for the MURC
Public input sessions
Multi-Use Recreation Complex - May 27 and June 4, 2019
Business case for the MURC
Business case for the Multi-Use Recreation Complex - Nov. 16, 2018
Attachments
- 2019 Project Steering Committee - Updated Project Steering Committee (145.84 KB)
- MURC site concept - Four hectare future sports field (101.5 KB)
- MURC site concept - Four hectare MURC with Civic Centre (92.95 KB)
- MURC site concept - Ten hectare future sports field (101.48 KB)
Frequently asked questions
Get answers to the most commonly asked questions or send your question to Community Services.