Child and Youth Programs

Age at least 6 years but less than 14 years
MURC - MPR B - Kitchen at Multi-use Recreation Complex

This instructor-led program is a great way for kids to learn how to chop, stir, blend and mix. Participants will be taught kitchen safety, use of different utensils, measuring, recipe reading and healthy eating. Program will be kept basic yet loads of fun. 

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At least 6 but less than 10
Link - Kitchen Area
This instructor-led program is a great way for children to learn how to chop, stir, blend and mix. Participants will be taught kitchen safety, use of different utensils, measuring, recipe reading and healthy eating. Program will be kept basic yet loads of fun.

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At least 10 but less than 14
Link - Kitchen Area

We want to inspire all those young chefs out there in our beautiful kitchen that provides a perfect environment for hands-on experience. Our professionally trained instructor will cover basics like safe equipment handling and food storage. Then they'll explore a world of techniques and recipes that will surely spark their creativity!
Note: This is a 5 session program.
Please bring a container for take-home treats!

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All ages
De La Salle Chapel

Join us for an afternoon of self-expression, community, learning and playing! No previous drumming experience is necessary. All ages and abilities are welcome. Note: this drop-in program does not accept REC pass for entry, participants must pay the daily drop-in rate.

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Christmas Ornaments

At least 4 years but less than 11 years
236 Dovedale Drive, Keswick

Join us for a Paint Your Own Pottery Workshop for children and youth! We've partnered with Crock A Doodle Keswick to bring a series of fun and engaging pottery projects - see our website for other offered workshops! Time to get messy, using fun techniques, participant's will be creating a special plate fully of balloon flowers. 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.

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At least 6 but less than 12
MURC - Activity Studio 

Acro is a combination of dance and gymnastics. This class allows participants to train their bodies in a different way. Learn to bend, twist and flip your bodies in an injury-free fashion. Throughout the course of this program, dancers will become more flexible and execute the tricks they have learned. 

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Ballet Bunnies

At least 5 but less than 7
GIP - Multi-Purpose Room 

Continuing to work in a creative manner, skills introduced include working in first and second positions of the feet, plie, tendus, bounces, marches and skips. More emphasis is put on stretching the feet and legs. Introduction to basic arm positions and coordinating the arms and legs together. Participation is without parent.

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Ballet Stars 

At least 7 but less than10
MURC - Activity Studio 

This program is designed for the ballet dancer who is looking to experience more dance routines, different poses, more flexibility and more in-depth techniques. This program is better suited for those who have some background in ballet dance, however experience is not required. Participation is without parent. 

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At least 6 years but less than 9 years
MURC - Activity Studio at Multi-use Recreation Complex

This is an introduction to the creative and up beat movement of Hip Hop. In this class you will be taught how to develop your own style through learning a combination of sound, rhythm and movement.

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At least 5 but less than 7
GIP - Multi-Purpose Room 

This is an energetic and fast paced program where Jazz enables students to learn technique and style while improving coordination. Jazz encompasses a wide variety of styles and danced to popular music, both new and old.

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11 – 16 years
Link - Meeting Room #1 at The Link
Offers basic first aid and caregiving skills for youth 11-16 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.

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At least 8 years but less than 15 years
SLT/Club - Theatre Lobby at SLT/Club 55

During this two-week session, young actors will learn through demonstrations  and hands-on instruction, the challenging art of character makeup and makeup  application for on stage performances. 

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At least 8 years but less than 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.

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At least 6 but less than 9 
ROC – Chalet

Get outside this summer and enjoy a variety of different outdoor activities. This program provids students with an opportunity to learn new skills and explore our natural environment. Activities include active games that teach about the environment, nature, arts and crafts and much more! Activities may vary depending on the season and will include activities on the ROC's low ropes course and archery range.

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Henna Tattooing - Parent and Child

At least 8
MURC - Meeting Room (Boardroom) at Multi-use Recreation Complex

An ancient and beautiful art, learn about the basics of henna that includes the history, uses, science, care and designs in this unique program.  You will learn how henna is made and practice henna designs. 
*This program is designed for a parent and child to participate together - registration must be based on two participants.

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Henna Tattooing

at least 8 years but less than 14 years
MURC - Multipurpose Room A at Multi-use Recreation Complex

An ancient and beautiful art, learn about the basics of henna that includes the history, uses, science, care and designs in this unique program.  You will learn how henna is made and practice henna designs.

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10 – 14 years
GIP - Multi-Purpose Room at Georgina Ice Palace
The Home Alone Program is designed to provide children 10 years of age and older with the necessary skills and knowledge to be safe and responsible when home alone for short periods of time.

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At lest 7 but less than 12
ROC – Chalet 

Learn how to survive in the wilderness! Participants will learn the essentials of how to survive in the great outdoors by experiencing hands on activities such as making shelter, food, and how to stay warm. Activities vary on the season! Includes Archery

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At least 9 years but less than 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.

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At least 7 years but less than 14 years
SLT/Club - Theatre Lobby at SLT/Club 55

 This is an introduction to the world of theatre for the inexperienced young actor.  The young actors will learn voice projection, and stage presence and gain confidence on stage through the use of theatre games.  There will be a final production for friends and family on the last Tuesday of the session.

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Archery - Level 1

At least 8 but less than 14
ROC - Hill - Archery at The ROC 

This program will teach participants all they need to know about archery through playing interactive games and engaging activities. This program will focus on safety, proper stance, technique and how to hit the target using a camp bow! This program is suited for persons of all abilities and all equipment is provided.

Archery - Level 2

At least 8 but less than 14
ROC - Hill - Archery at the ROC

Move beyond the archery basics in our Archery - Level 2 program. Interactive games and engaging activities will build upon the lessons you learned in our Archery -Level 1 program. Our instructor will further develop your form and accuracy with a variety of drills and skill-building exercises. This program is suited for intermediate-level archers. All equipment is provided.

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9 - 17 years
MURC - Gym B at Multi-use Recreation Complex
Junior Badminton focuses on fundamentals for holding a racket, swing and footwork technique, as well as basic shots. This program is offered by Elevation Athletics Association and is led by a qualified instructor.

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At least 5 but less than 9
GIP - Gym Gymnasium
This is an instructor-led program for children and youth looking to learn the basic skills of the game. Our qualified instructor will provide fun pick-up games as well as individual skill training in dribbling, passing and shooting.

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Biking - Learn to Bike Basics

At least 3 but less than 8
ROC - Cycling - Jump/Pump Track at The ROC 

Learn the biking basics in this four-week program! Riders will practice balancing and riding exercises to build a strong foundation on their own bike. Activities will include learning the parts of a bike and helmet, biking safety, starting and stopping, turns, and navigating changes in elevation. Important Note: All participants must come with their own bike and helmet (training wheels are not permitted) and must be accompanied by a parent/guardian who has the physical strength to provide support to the rider while on their bike.

Biking - Pumps and Jumps (Mountain Biking)

At least 8 but less than 14
ROC - Cycling - Jump/Pump Track at The ROC 

Come ride with us! this program explores the ROC's bike park and mountain bike trails. Riders develop technical skills, learn trail/park etiquette and will increase their confidence and biking abilities. CSA-approved bike helmets must be worn. Participants must provide their own bike and helmet. Interested but don't own a bike? Maybe we can help, contact the Community Service Department for more details.

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At least 10 years but less than 16 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 actually 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 program 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 dueling. All necessary equipment is provided however indoor running shoes and long pants are mandatory.

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At least 5 years but less than 8 years
MURC - Gym A at Multi-use Recreation Complex

Give your little gymnast the chance to roll and tumble in a creative, learning environment. This fun program will introduce those aged 5-8 to rolls, tumbles, stretches and more, giving them a solid foundation and the basics needed to pursue higher levels of gymnastics in the future. Parent participation is not required, but asked to remain onsite. 

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8 – 14 years
ROC - High Ropes Course at The ROC - South 
Join us for a 4-week program to try out some of the ROC's greatest challenges. Each week participants will have the opportunity to experience one of the following activities: rock wall, vertical playground, archery and high ropes/low ropes. Participants aged 9 years and under will participate in the low ropes challenge course, participants aged 10 and over will participate in the high ropes challenge course. Long hair must be tied back and closed-toe shoes are required. All equipment is included.

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Jr. Soccer (4-7 years)

At least 4 but less than 7
MURC - Gym A 

Junior Soccer consists of social, athletic and fundamental soccer skills in a fun and enjoyable 45-minute session.  Young players will work on listening skills, taking turns and teamwork.  Experienced instructors will demonstrate and run drills that stimulate balancing, basic agility and coordination. This program is offered by the Elevation Athletics Association.

Jr. Soccer (7-11 years)

At least 7 but less than 11
MURC - Gym A 

This age group has the most fun in soccer games! Most of the players have fundamental skills. The first half of the term will have an emphasis on team skills. In the second half, the Coaches will turn their attention to individual skills. Scrimmage is incorporated in each training session. This program is offered by the Elevation Athletics Association.

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At least 4 years but less than 8 years
MURC - Activity Studio at Multi-use Recreation Complex

Our kids yoga program, Bloom Yoga for Kids, is designed specifically for children aged 4-8 years old. We believe that yoga is not just for adults, but also for our little ones who can benefit greatly from its practice. Here are some of the incredible benefits that yoga offers for this age group:

• Physical Development: Yoga helps children improve their flexibility, strength, and coordination. Through various poses and movements, kids can enhance their motor skills and body awareness.
• Emotional Well-being: Yoga provides a safe space for children to express and regulate their emotions. It helps them develop self-awareness, mindfulness, and relaxation techniques, which can reduce anxiety and improve overall emotional well-being.
• Focus and Concentration: Yoga teaches children to focus their attention on the present moment. By practicing mindfulness and breathing techniques, kids can enhance their concentration and improve their ability to pay attention in school and other activities.
• Social Skills: In our kids yoga classes, children learn to interact with their peers in a positive and supportive environment. They develop important social skills such as cooperation, empathy, and respect for others.
• Body Awareness and Confidence: Yoga encourages children to listen to their bodies and become aware of their physical abilities. This promotes self-confidence and body positivity, allowing kids to appreciate and embrace their unique selves.
• Stress Relief: Just like adults, children also experience stress. Yoga provides them with tools to manage and reduce stress levels. Breathing exercises and relaxation techniques can help calm their minds and bodies, promoting a sense of peace and well-being.

Our bloom yoga program is led by a York region district board teacher, who specializes in children wellness. We believe that yoga is a holistic practice that nurtures both the body and mind of our little ones. Join us on this amazing journey of self-discovery and growth through yoga!
**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 Rec Pass page: georgina.ca/RecPass.

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