Recreation and Programs

Active Living & Wellness Programs

AquaMat Aquatic Fitness

Join us in the pool for this fun, floating aquafit class.  Participants stand, sit and move on floating mats in the pool while participating in yoga, cardio and conditioning classes.  Spots are limited and preregistration is required.

Masters Fitness & Triathlon Swimming

This program enhances competitive swimming abilities, stroke techniques and personal fitness. Workouts include high intensity interval and endurance training. Coaches create workouts that will help meet swimmers' individual and collective needs. Some ability and knowledge of how to swim a workout, including pace times, is recommended. Registration is required.

Together is Better

Join Community Care Concepts staff for a morning of coffee and activities at the Heidelberg Community Centre. 

Tai Chi

Meditate in motion through slow, graceful, flowing postures and breathing exercises. Reduce stress and enhance strength and coordination.  Leave feeling peaceful, relaxed and energized! Register in advance or drop-in.

Adult Drop-in Gym

Practice your shooting skills and enjoy pick-up games with friends at the Breslau Community Centre.

Adult Pickleball

A paddle sport created for all ages and skill levels.  The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn.  Get active, meet people and have fun!

Adult Sports Leagues

Volleyball

Traditional 6 on 6 self-officiated league play at the Breslau Community Centre. Registration is required.  Watch for a Winter 2019 league!

Drop in Volleyball program runs September through April in Elmira at EDSS.

Badminton

Runs September through April in Elmira at Park Manor. Registration is required.

Running in Elmira

Run Waterloo hosts a Learn to Run program each Winter and Spring in Elmira out of the Woolwich Memorial Centre for any level of running. 

Creative Programs

Quick & Simple Card Classes

Create beautiful, handmade cards in a monthly workshop series! In each class, you will create 4 cards based on different themes. Save yourself a trip to the store the next time you need a card! Registration is required.

Watercolour Painting Parties

Join us for a relaxing watercolour painting class, even if you think you have no artistic talent! Susan Earl will show you how to easily uncover your hidden Picasso with simple instructions to create 2 beautiful framed paintings that you will be proud of!

Fitness Programs

Pre & Post Natal Programs

Mommy/Daddy and Me Fitness (Under 4 years)

This baby/toddler friendly class allows you to workout and attend to child's needs at the same time.  Each class provides a full body workout: cardio, muscular endurance, core work and flexibility.  Parents are welcome to exercise with their babies in carriers, strollers or bring activities to occupy child. Register in advance or drop in.

Parent & Tot Aquafit

An aquafit class for parents, and splash time for kids! This program is designed for children 6 months to 3 years, who have the ability to support their heads. Children will be seated in floatation seats that remain in direct contact with the parent. Register in advance or drop in.

 Adults 55+

The Great Brain Workout

The Great Brain Workout challenges you to use your brain in new and unique ways. Learn what science has to say about your brain and how best to maintain its health through your lifetime. Bring runners, a water bottle and a sense of humour! You’ll be up and moving and thinking on your feet….literally!

Hosted at the Woolwich Memorial Centre.

Senior Pickleball

A paddle sport created for all ages and skill levels.  The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn.  Get active, meet people and have fun!

BoneFit/Osteoporosis

For ages 55+, a safe exercise program, aimed at helping you stay healthy and reduce the risk of fractures! Register in advance or drop in.

Hosted at the Woolwich Memorial Centre.

Seniors Coming Together

Every Thursday, 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Community Care Concepts staff host a time to socialize and participate in various activities at the Breslau Community Centre. Drop in.

Seniors Dining

On the 2nd Thursday of the month Community Care Concepts hosts a dining program at the Breslau Community Centre. Enjoy a hot meal while socializing with others from your community.  Please call to reserve, fee applies.

Active Programs

AquaMat Aquatic Fitness

Join us in the pool for this fun, floating aquafit class.  Participants stand, sit and move on floating mats in the pool while participating in yoga, cardio and conditioning classes.  Spots are limited and preregistration is required.

Learn to Dive

Offered in the Fall, Winter and Spring sessions. An introductory program for children ages 6-14 years who are comfortable swimming in the deep end and looking for an alternative to "regular" swimming lessons. No previous diving experience necessary.  Registration is required.

Splashball Water Polo

We’re excited to partner with KW Water Polo Club to offer this introductory Water Polo Program! This program is for children 6-12 years old who are comfortable swimming (completed Swimmer 3 or higher) and are interested in learning Water Polo game play, techniques and fitness. Registration is required.

Youth Lifesaving Sport

This introductory recreational level teaches lifesaving fundamentals, with a continued focus on stroke technique and endurance. In this coach-led program, athletes learn about swim workouts, team building, sport ethics and responsibility. Athletes progress at their own pace, completing skills like 300m workouts, dives, flip turns, throwing with a rescue tube and swimming under obstacles. Note: Ability to swim at least 100m consecutively is required. Registration is required.

Gymnastics

Participants will build upon and improve their level of basics gymnastics skills, through the use of circuits and stations. This program is run in partnership with the KW gymnastics club for children based on age and ability. Registration is required.

Hosted at the Breslau Community Centre.

Teen Gym - Drop In

For teens aged 12 to 16, practice your shooting skills and enjoy pick-up games with your friends.  Enjoy basketball, floor hockey, dodgeball and other fun games.

Cheerleading

Participants will build on beginning level cheerleading skills, including tumbling, stunting, jumping and dance.  In partnership with Cheer Sport Sharks.

Learn to Skate

Offered in the Fall, Winter in Spring sessions. For toddlers and youth who have no to little skating experience. Parents fully participate in this program to support and encourage your new skater. Both parents and children must wear CSA approved helmets. Offered in partnership with Grind Hockey Training Centre. Registration is required.

Ball Hockey

Offered in the Spring session. Participants are introduced to the game through interactive drills, rotating through stations targeting different areas of the game. Offered in partnership with Grind Hockey Training Centre. Equipment required includes CSA approved helmet, hockey sticks, gloves. Registration is required.

Zumba Kids

Zumba Kids® classes are high-energy fitness parties for 5 to 12 year olds that offer real results! Packed with specially choreographed routines & latest music like hip-hop,reggaeton and cumbia, Zumba Kids® classes increase focus and self-confidence, boost metabolism and improve coordination. Registration is required.

Hosted at the Breslau Community Centre and the Woolwich Memorial Centre.

Karate

For kids 4 and older, build confidence, physical and mental skills through Karate self-defense classes!

The Woolwich Memorial Centre program is run and designed by White Heron Martial Arts owner Dave Hoover, qualified fifth degree Blackbelt in Goju-ryu Karate. Registration is required.

The Breslau Community Centre Program is run and designed by Driftwood Martial Arts . Driftwood which bears the distinction of being one of the first full time, professional, Canadian martial arts studio to be opened by and run solely by a female instructor.  Kyoshi, Adette Rice is a 7th degree Blackbelt. Registration is required.

Go Girls! Healthy Bodies, Healthy Minds!

Go Girls! is an opportunity for girls ages 12 - 14 to participate in fun activities and engage in exciting discussions that encourage active living and balanced eating. The program also focuses on supporting girls to be happy with themselves. Facilitated by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Waterloo Region. Registration is required. Hosted at the Woolwich Memorial Centre.

Creative Programs

Baker's Dozen

Do you have a sweet tooth? This is the course for you! This introductory baking course will teach kids aged 7 to 12 the basics of baking a variety of items including cookies, cakes, cupcakes, and brownies. Registration is required.

Hosted at the Woolwich Memorial Centre.

Ready, Set, Craft! - Kids Card Classes

Create papercraft projects like cards, scrapbooks, gifts and more in our Ready, Set, Craft class! All supplies included in the class fee. For children 5 - 14, parent participation required for children under 9 years. Registration is required.

Hosted at the Breslau Community Centre and the Woolwich Memorial Centre.

Lego Robotics WeDo

This program introduces the participants to the world of computer science and programming. In partnership with STEM Lab Robotics.

Watercolour Painting Parties

Join us for a relaxing watercolour painting class, even if you think you have no artistic talent! Susan Earl will show you how to easily uncover your hidden Picasso with simple instructions to create 2 beautiful framed paintings that you will be proud of!

General Programs

PD Days, Christmas & March Break Camps

Full day programs for kids 5 to 12 years of age that includes swimming (WMC only), crafts, games and loads of activities! Lunch options are available for an additional fee. Registration is required.
Supervised drop off: 8 a.m. to 9 a.m., Supervised pick up: 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Woolwich Memorial Centre.

4 on 4 PD Day Program

Offered in partnership with Grind Hockey Training Centre, participants will have fun both on and off the ice!

Leadership Programs

Stay Safe! (Red Cross)

Is your child ready to stay home alone? Real world scenarios often call on children to respond to challenges. The Stay Safe! program teaches applicable and age appropriate skills, while increasing and reinforcing a youth's capacity to improve his or her own safety. For children 9 - 12 years old. Registration is required.

Babysitters Course (Red Cross)

Participants aged 11+ learn how to provide care to younger children in a variety of age groups and how to prevent and respond to emergencies. Registration is required.

Summer Camp Leader in Training Program (13-16 years)

Offered in the Spring and Summer sessions. Do you want to be a Day Camp Leader? This program focuses on leadership styles, goal setting, teamwork skills, game/activity planning, identifying bullying and prevention strategies, and offers tips for working with children and leading activities in our Summer Day Camp Programs. Includes LSS Safeguard and Anaphylaxis Rescuer certifications, and a canoe trip. After completing this program, there is an expectation that youth volunteer with at least 2 weeks of Township of Woolwich Kids Camps. Youth 12 years old can register if turning 13 over the summer. Registration is required.