Youth program registration begins Saturday in Burlington

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Published September 17, 2020 at 6:11 pm

Online registration for Burlington’s youth fall recreation programs will begin this Saturday, Sept. 19.

Online registration for Burlington’s youth fall recreation programs will begin this Saturday, Sept. 19.

Beginning at 9 a.m. you can go to burlington.ca/fall to register for a variety of programs available to those up to 18-years-old including games, arts and fitness offered at various locations.

The fall programs will take on a different look this year due to COVID-19, but they have been designed to offer quality and variety without compromising safety.

Programs will run for three sessions, each three weeks long, starting on Oct. 13, 2020, and include:

  • Pre-school (0-5 years) – Offering parents an opportunity to play and create with their little ones, while using both indoor and outdoor space. These programs will give parents and their tots the chance to run and play with our gym equipment, and to create their own works of art. Pre-registration and COVID-19 screenings are required for all programs and participants must attend with a parent or caregiver.
  • School-Age (6-12 years) – Learn to play pickleball and disc golf as young people make the most of our gyms and parks. Different artistic expressions will also be explored in some programs. Pre-registration and COVID-19 screenings are required for all programs.
  • Teen (11-18 years) –No Socks for Ivan takes place on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Youth can come shoot hoops and listen to music. There will be limited space in the gym and staff will be monitoring the capacity at all times. Participants can still drop-in for free but must complete a COVID-19 screening prior to accessing the program. If sports are not for you, there is a creative program at Tansley Woods Community Centre on Wednesday evenings. This is a paid program and participants will need to pre-register before attending.
  • Individuals with Disabilities (4 years+) – New this year at Brant Hills Community Centre. Play a game in the gym using equipment or enjoy some passive activities in the program rooms. Pre-registration and COVID-19 screenings are required, and participants must attend with a parent/caregiver or support worker.
  • School Breaks (4 -12 years) – When school is not happening, students can enjoy a day of active games, crafts, and other activities. Using the same safety guidelines as our summer camp programs, participants will be in small groups with reduced staff-to-participant ratios, and assigned specific equipment and supplies to avoid sharing, and designated areas to maintain physical distancing considerations. Pre-registration and COVID-19 screenings are required.

Recreation fee assistance made available to resident individuals or families who need help to pay for City of Burlington recreation programs.

For more information or to apply, visit burlington.ca/feeassistance. You can also leave a confidential voicemail message at 905-335-7738, ext. 8501 and our staff will return your call to assist you.

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