Guelph, Ont., March 14, 2025 – Dive into leadership! Guelph Recreation has a new Aquatics Leadership Academy plan for those looking to enhance their knowledge and skills in aquatic leadership or become a certified swim instructor or lifeguard. This plan allows residents of Guelph to pay a one-time fee of $300 to register for all five core aquatic leadership courses. The plan can also be used for lane swims and drop-in skill development sessions, allowing you to practice your skills and receive feedback from leadership instructors. Save over 70 per cent when you buy the plan, instead of registering individually – that’s a savings of $785! Courses included in the plan are: Bronze Medallion and Emergency First Aid (ages 13+) Bronze Cross (ages 13+) Standard… Continue reading Guelph Recreation introduces the Aquatics Leadership Academy
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Guelph Recreation introduces the Aquatics Leadership Academy
March 14, 2025Next phase of West End Community Centre improvements begins January 6, 2025
January 3, 2025About the project An updated pottery and art space is coming to the West End Community Centre (WECC). The latest work in a series of improvements to the WECC will see the relocation of the Guelph Community Pottery Centre to the Community Centre, along with the additional arts programming space. Once complete, the new pottery and arts space will allow for increased participation in pottery programming, more arts programming and improved visitor experience thanks to upgraded amenities, shorter program waitlists and new programs. Construction scheduled for January to July 2025 The construction of the pottery and arts space at the West End Community Centre is scheduled to take place between January and July 2025. Temporary construction zones will be set up in and around the… Continue reading Next phase of West End Community Centre improvements begins January 6, 2025
Sports fields and ball diamond updates
August 23, 2024Staff will make the decision by 2 p.m. if sportsfields are to be closed for the duration of the day and evening. Continue reading Sports fields and ball diamond updates
Fall recreation programs are just around the corner!
August 21, 2024Program schedule now available. Registration opens September 11 Guelph, Ont., August 21, 2024 – Registration for fall recreation programs starts September 11 at 7:30 a.m. Program options include swimming, sports and leisure activities. Fall schedules are now live on RecEnroll, so you can plan your programs before registration opens. Beginning September 11, register online at recenroll.ca or by phone at 519-837-5699. If you plan to pay cash or would prefer to register in person, please plan to register at the West End Community Centre or Victoria Road Recreation Centre. Online registration is quick and easy To make registering online even easier, you can add your credit card information to your RecEnroll account ahead of time. Here’s how: Log in to your account on recenroll.ca. Choose… Continue reading Fall recreation programs are just around the corner!
Pool at Victoria Road Recreation Centre to be closed September 2-22
August 19, 2024Guelph, Ont., August 19, 2024 – The pool at the Victoria Road Recreation Centre will be closed from September 2-22, 2024 for maintenance. All aquatics programs and rentals will be unavailable during the closure, while the rest of the recreation centre facilities will remain open and operate as usual. Those interested in swimming are encouraged to visit the West End Community Centre located at 21 Imperial Road South. Information about aquatic programs at the West End Community Centre is available on recenroll.ca. The Victoria Road Recreation Centre, located at 151 Victoria Road North, is a fully accessible, multi-purpose community centre. It has a full range of facilities including an aquatic facility, single-pad arena and community meeting rooms. For more Information Breann Robb, Recreation Supervisor, Aquatics… Continue reading Pool at Victoria Road Recreation Centre to be closed September 2-22
Evergreen Seniors Centre closed for the month of September
August 14, 2024The closure is due to maintenance and facility improvements Guelph, Ont., August 14, 2024 – Guelph’s Evergreen Seniors Centre will be closed from September 1-30 for maintenance and improvements. Improvements include new flooring and cabinetry. Bistro 683 During the closure, Bistro 683 will take pre-orders and payment for five-packs of frozen meals. Ordering will happen during the last two weeks of August. Although frozen meals are always available for purchase at the Bistro, during the closure, meal pick-up will be limited to Thursday, August 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and again on Thursday, September 12 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. More information will be provided upon ordering. While the dining room will be closed, this provides folks the opportunity to stock up… Continue reading Evergreen Seniors Centre closed for the month of September
Outdoor pools and splash pads
July 25, 2024Operating hours for Guelph’s outdoor swimming pool, splash pads and wading pools Continue reading Outdoor pools and splash pads
Community thrives in Guelph throughout June is Recreation and Parks Month and beyond
May 28, 2024June is Recreation and Parks Month (JRPM), an annual initiative led by Parks and Recreation Ontario, is just around the corner! It’s the perfect time to enjoy the City’s outdoor spaces and recreation programs, fun places and activities that offer ways to connect with the community and embrace an active lifestyle. Continue reading Community thrives in Guelph throughout June is Recreation and Parks Month and beyond