The Town offers recreation, education and fitness opportunities and workshops for adults and young adults (aged 15+) and older adults (55+).
Winter program registration now open
We’re gearing up for winter fun with a fantastic lineup of recreation programs. Enjoy a wide range of activities, from ski and snowboard lessons to swimming and fitness classes. There is something for all ages and abilities. Register online or on the phone, or see the locations where you can register in person. If you have any questions, reach out to us by email at eleisure@georgina.ca
Check out aquatic programs for programs run at the pool. Drop-in programs are available at several facilities across Georgina. Check out Club 55 for more 55+ programs. Check the other registered programs for all ages.
Creative Arts
Cinematography
Ages 8 – 15 years
MURC - Multipurpose Room A at Multi-Use Recreation Complex
Learn the process of film creation! Participants will learn the importance of key roles when producing their own motion picture. From the first concept, all the way to the premiere, this program makes no stops in showing the significance of each job in the world of film. Activities include: pitching, scripting, set creation, filming, and editing. At the conclusion of the program, participants will share their work with family.
Drum Circle
Join us for an afternoon of self-expression, community, learning and playing! No previous drumming experience is necessary. All ages and abilities are welcome.
All Ages
De La Salle Chapel - 1940 Metro Rd. N, Jackson's Point
- December 15, 2024 (2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.)
- January 19, 2025 (2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.)
- February 16, 2025 (2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.)
- March 16, 2025 (2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.)
Japanese Embroidery Bunka
Age 55+
SLT/Club - Multipurpose Room at SLT/Club 55
Japanese Embroidery Bunka, also known as Bunka Shishu is an art using Rayon thread with styless-like needles to stitch beautiful pictures presented in a kit. Register now and learn to craft your own wonderfully detailed work of art. To participate, you must have moderate experience with other types of stitching eg: needlepoint, crewel and embroidery. Also pattern reading (knitting/crocheting) is an asset.
Additional costs for program materials/tools for this program range from $50-$70 dollars depending on the project. The cost of these items is non-refundable. A work frame is provided but must be returned to the instructor upon completion of the picture.
Once registered, please call Club 55 Keswick at 905-476-9972 to order your materials.
Jewelry Making
Ages 9 – 17 years
MURC - Multipurpose Room B at Multi-Use Recreation Complex
This 2 week course will teach beginner jewelry makers how to make their own homemade pieces of jewelry from bracelets, anklets, earrings and possibly even sandal bracelets. Students will learn how to use the tools required lead by a professional homemade jeweler.
Paint Your Own Pottery
Polar Bear Plate
January 10, 2025
Age 4 – 16 years
236 Dovedale Drive, Keswick
Join us for a Paint Your Own Pottery Workshop - for kids and youth! We've partnered with Crock A Doodle Keswick to bring a series of fun and engaging pottery projects! Participants will work on creating a Polar Bear plate. All materials will be supplied. This workshop will take place at Crock A Doodle studio Keswick: 36 Dovedale Drive
Note: Please ensure you bring a smock to paint in. All pottery will be ready for pick up the following Friday.
Valentines Heart Ornaments
February 6, 2025
Age 4 – 16 years
236 Dovedale Drive, Keswick
Join us for a Paint Your Own Pottery Workshop - for kids and youth! We've partnered with Crock A Doodle Keswick to bring a series of fun and engaging pottery projects! Participants will work on creating a Polar Bear plate. All materials will be supplied. This workshop will take place at Crock A Doodle studio Keswick: 36 Dovedale Drive
Note: Please ensure you bring a smock to paint in. All pottery will be ready for pick up the following Friday.
Leprechaun Gnomes
February 6, 2025
Age 4 – 16 years
236 Dovedale Drive, Keswick
Join us for a Paint Your Own Pottery Workshop - for kids and youth! We've partnered with Crock A Doodle Keswick to bring a series of fun and engaging pottery projects! Participants will work on creating a Polar Bear plate. All materials will be supplied. This workshop will take place at Crock A Doodle studio Keswick: 36 Dovedale Drive
Note: Please ensure you bring a smock to paint in. All pottery will be ready for pick up the following Friday.
Theatre Script Writing
Ages 10 – 17 years
SLT/Club - Green Room at SLT/Club 55 Writing a script can be an exciting and creative process. In this program we will cover the fundamentals of storytelling, character development, plots, dialogue and scene creation. Time to think outside the box and bring your stories to life.
Dance
Ballroom Dancing
Ages 18+
SLT/Club - Main Hall at SLT/Club 55
This fun beginner-level course will introduce you to four popular social dances (Slow waltz, Tango and quick step), and will be taught with patience and enthusiasm. You and your partner will learn to move on the dance floor as one, with rhythm and style.
Line Dancing
Ages 16+
MURC - Activity Studio at Multi-Use Recreation Complex
Come and learn line dancing so you can strut your stuff at the next get-together. If this is something you have always wanted to try, you can learn it now from our experienced instructor. This fun-filled introduction will have you moving and grooving to the music before you know it. Partners are not necessary.
Soft-soled shoes, that a non-marketing are required.
Social Dancing (Latin focus)
Ages 18+
SLT/Club - Main Hall at SLT/Club 55
Social Dancing is a fun class for all ability levels. Our experienced instructor will teach a variety of dance genres that will have you feeling confident to get up and dance at any social event. Come on out and dance with us! Dance genres include, but are not limited to, Samba, Cha-cha-cha, Jive, Rumba and some Salsa, Merengue, and Bachata.
Leadership and training
Babysitting Course
Ages 11 - 16 years
Link - Meeting Room #1 at The Link
GIP - Multipurpose Room at Georgina Ice PalaceOffers basic first aid and caregiving skills for youth 11-15 years old. Participants learn how to provide care to children in a variety of age groups, and how to prevent and respond to emergencies. The course also offers youth the skills to promote themselves as babysitters to prospective families.
Bronze Star, Bronze Medallion and Bronze Cross
Bronze Star
Ages 8 – 14 years
Georgina Leisure Pool
Multi-Use Recreation Complex
Bronze Star is excellent preparation for success in Bronze Medallion. Participants develop problem-solving and decision-making skills individually and in partners. Candidates learn CPR and develop the lifesaving skills needed to be their own lifeguard. Includes a timed 400 m swim.
Bronze Medallion & Emergency First Aid with CPR-B
Ages 13 - 99 years
Georgina Leisure Pool
Bronze Medallion & Emergency First Aid- Teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles embodied in the four components of water rescue education: judgment, knowledge, skill and fitness. Rescuers learn tows and carries, defense methods and releases in preparation for challenging rescues of increased risk involving conscious and unconscious victims of various types. Lifesavers develop stroke efficiency and endurance in a 400m timed swim. 100% attendance is mandatory for Bronze Medallion. Prerequisite: 13 years of age or Bronze Star
Bronze Cross & Standard First Aid with CPR-C
Ages 13 - 99 years
Georgina Leisure Pool
Bronze Cross & Standard First Aid with CPR 'C' - Designed for lifesavers who want the challenge of advanced training, including an introduction to safe supervision in aquatic facilities. Bronze Cross is a pre-requisite for all advanced training programs, including; National Lifeguard and Lifesaving Instructor certification programs. Includes a 400m timed swim. This program also includes Standard First Aid, which provides comprehensive training, covering first aid and CPR. 100% attendance is mandatory. Prerequisite: 14 years of age, Bronze Medallion.
Standard First Aid with CPR-C
Ages 12 - 99 years
Multi-Use Recreation Complex
This course if for those who want an in-depth understanding of first aid such as; medical/legal issues, spinal, heat or cold injuries, bone and joint injuries, abdominal and chest issues, burns and medical emergencies. Includes CPR-C certification and is recognized by WSIB. Course will take place at Georgina Ice Palace.90 Wexford Drive, Keswick.
Sports
Fencing
Level 1
Ages 14 – 89 years
GIP - Hall at Georgina Ice Palace
Fencing is an elegant sport with a distinguished history. It is one of only five sports to be presented at every modern Olympics dating back to 1896. Contrary to the fact that you are brandishing pointy objects at one another, fencing is one of the safest sports in the world due to the quality of equipment and the skill of instruction. Some call fencing "physical chess" because it exercises and engages both the brain and the body. It is a tremendous cardiovascular workout and also trains stamina, strength and tones muscle. It is one of the few sports where you can enjoy and excel at any age. The sport is co-ed and there are many scholarship opportunities for fencers entering post-secondary education. Fencing engages the mind like a few other sports. It is wonderful for the development of focus, determination and resiliency. It is also lots of fun! This programme will give participants the chance to learn the basics of this amazing sport: footwork, blade control, lunging, parries and so much more! Learning will be solidified with drills, games and even some one-on-one duelling. All necessary equipment is provided however indoor running shoes and long pants are mandatory. Session delivered by Knights in the Classroom and funded by Jumpstart.
Indoor Volleyball (Pick-up)
Ages 18+
MURC - Gym A at Multi-Use Recreation Complex
This pick-up program is for players with a mixed skill level. Bumping, setting, blocking and spiking are fairly consistent, you might also see some organized attacks. This program is for players who enjoy volleyball and are looking for a fun time.
Pickleball - Beginner Learn to Play
16+
MURC - Gym A at Multi-Use Recreation Complex
This registered program time, lead by a qualified instructor, and is best suited for those who are trying the sport for the first time and playing at a very novice level. Guided instruction will be provided and sessions will run 6 weeks, with a progressionary approach to become a more confident pickleball player. Some equipment is available but limited. If you are looking for a more competitive level of play to drop-in to, please check our drop-in schedules at the Georgina Gym and Pefferlaw Lions Hall for more beginner and intermediate play times.
Pickleball Fundamentals
Ages 18+
MURC - Gym A at Multi-Use Recreation Complex
This 5-week progression course is designed for players new to the game or for current players who would like to improve their skills. Topics covered in this program include stroke mechanics, strategy, rules and pickleball etiquette. This is a 5-week registered program and is led by a certified Canadian Level 1 Pickleball instructor. A pickleball racquet is supplied (if needed).
Yoga – Hatha
Ages 15+
MURC - Activity Studio at Multi-Use Recreation Complex
A slower-paced practice of classical yoga postures, intelligently sequenced to allow students to truly learn and understand proper alignment techniques for their individual bodies. This practice blends elements of strength, stability with balance to increase your well-being. Students will experience a well-rounded practice while decreasing stress and tension throughout the body and mind.
This program is also part of the Fitness Pass & Rec Pass and is available as a drop-in program for the duration of the start and end dates posted. For more information, visit our Fitness Pass page.
Yoga – Qigong
Ages 16+
MURC - Activity Studio at Multi-Use Recreation Complex
Health maintenance Qigong exercises are based on a system combining both healing and training. You will be introduced to 24 movements which are divided into three sections. The first set focuses on the upper body, the second set on the low back and the waist, and the third set on the joints of the hips, knees and ankles. Each class will begin with basic relaxation techniques followed by Qigong postures, movements, self-performed acupuncture techniques and cool-down movements.
This program is also part of the Fitness Pass & Rec Pass and is available as a drop-in program for the duration of the start and end dates posted.