Check Before You Rec

• Entrance for ice usage will be through the main entrance off the parking lot.  All participants will be provided access into the facility 10 minutes prior to their scheduled ice time (exception for goalies who will be let in 15 minutes prior to their schedules ice time). We ask that you stay in vehicles and do not congregate in parking lots until this time.
• As per the Region of Waterloo Mask Bylaw every person inside the facility must wear a face covering.
• Hand sanitizer will be provided at the entrance and must be used prior to entering the facility by all participants.
• Upon arrival, and before entering the facility the permit holder/group designate or team official for minor hockey groups will be met by a Township of Woolwich Safety Ambassador who will check in, document and screen them. Once this is complete the permit holder/designate or team official for minor hockey groups will check in, document and screen the rest of the participants and spectators and keep records for Waterloo Public Health contract tracing should it be needed.  If you are feeling ill or answer YES to any of the COVID Passive Screening questions posted on the doors, please do not enter the facility.
• Only a maximum of 10 people (participants/ parents/ guardians/ coaches etc.) will be permitted into the facility.
• Dressing rooms capacities will vary based on Public Health recommendations.  Participants must arrive at the arena fully dressed, as the dressing rooms will not be available.  Goaltenders will be allowed to put their equipment on at the facility, but at a minimum should arrive with their under gear on.  
• There will be no warm ups or dryland training allowed in the facility.
• A maximum of 10 people will be permitted in the facility.  This includes participants, parents/ guardians, coaches, instructors, helpers, refs, etc. 
• Participants must ensure physical distancing on ice and on benches.
• Face coverings will be required in all areas of the facility including the dressing rooms up until you put your helmet on immediately before you are to enter the ice surface.
•  Participants will enter and exit ice surface at closest door to dressing room.
• Face coverings must immediately be put back on at the conclusion of your ice time when you are in the dressing room.  Participants must vacate the dressing room within 10 mins of the end of their ice time.  This timeline will be strictly enforced and groups that do not adhere to this could possibly lose their remaining ice times on their permit. 
• Showers will be not be available at this time.
• Please do not bring valuables into the arena.
• Lobby washrooms will be available for participants.
• Participants will exit the arena the same way they entered, following the floor markings and signage.
• There will be adequate staff on duty during all rentals. Staff will ensure that adequate cleaning and sanitizing is done on a regular basis. All dressing rooms will be cleaned and sanitized before groups enter them.

• Entrance for ice usage will be through the WMC Main entrance at the East side of the Woolwich Memorial Centre. All participants will be provided access into the facility 10 minutes prior to their scheduled ice time, with the exception of goalies who will be allowed entrance 15 minutes prior.  We ask that you stay in vehicles and do not congregate in parking lots until this time.
• As per the Region of Waterloo Mask Bylaw every person inside the facility must wear a face covering.
• Hand sanitizer will be provided at the entrance and must be used prior to entering the facility by all participants.
• Upon arrival, and before entering the facility the permit holder/group designate or team official for hockey groups will be met by a Township of Woolwich staff person who will check in, document and screen them. Once this is complete the permit holder/designate or team official for hockey groups will check in, document and screen the rest of the participants and spectators and keep records for Waterloo Public Health contract tracing should it be needed.  If you are feeling ill or answer YES to any of the COVID Passive Screening questions posted on the doors, please do not enter the facility.
• All players must come dressed and will be allowed a maximum of 10 minutes before and after their ice time to put on skates, helmets & gloves only. 
• Once inside the facility, participants will follow the floor markings, signage and instructions to the assigned location. 
• There will be no warm ups or dryland training allowed in the facility.
• A maximum of 10 participants will be permitted per ice time.  This includes coaches, instructors, helpers, refs, etc.
• Participants must ensure physical distancing on ice and on benches.
• Face coverings will be required in all areas of the facility including the dressing rooms up until you put your helmet on immediately before you are to enter the ice surface.
• Participants will enter and exit ice surface at closest door to assigned dressing rooms.
• Face coverings must immediately be put back on at the conclusion of your ice time when you are in the dressing room.  Participants must vacate the dressing room within 10 mins of the end of their ice time.  This timeline will be strictly enforced and groups that do not adhere to this could possibly lose their remaining ice times on their permit. 
• Showers will be not be available at this time.
• Please do not bring valuables into the arena.
• Lobby washrooms will be available for participants. 
• Participants will exit the arena through the front lobby entrance and are asked to observe physical distancing.
• There will be adequate staff on duty during all rentals. Staff will ensure that adequate cleaning and sanitizing is done on a regular basis. All dressing rooms will be cleaned and sanitized before groups enter them.

• Entrance for McLeod ice pad usage will be through the WMC back entrance at the West side of the Woolwich Memorial Centre. All participants will be provided access into the facility 10 minutes prior to their scheduled ice time, with the exception of goalies who will be allowed entrance 15 minutes prior.  We ask that you stay in vehicles and do not congregate in parking lots until this time.
• As per the Region of Waterloo Mask Bylaw every person inside the facility must wear a face covering.
• Hand sanitizer will be provided at the entrance and must be used prior to entering the facility by all participants.
• Upon arrival, and before entering the facility the permit holder/group designate or team official for hockey groups will be met by a Township of Woolwich staff person who will check in, document and screen them. Once this is complete the permit holder/designate or team official for hockey groups will check in, document and screen the rest of the participants and spectators and keep records for Waterloo Public Health contract tracing should it be needed.  If you are feeling ill or answer YES to any of the COVID Passive Screening questions posted on the doors, please do not enter the facility.
• All players must come dressed and will be allowed a maximum of 10 minutes before and after their ice time to put on skates, helmets & gloves only.  There will be no changeroom access available for McLeod ice users, skaters will be using chairs and benches, appropriately spaced on the player bench side of McLeod arena.

• Once inside the facility, participants will follow the floor markings, signage and instructions to the assigned seating area to get skates, gloves & helmets on.

• There will be no warm ups or dryland training allowed in the facility.
• A maximum of 10 participants will be permitted per ice time.  This includes coaches, instructors, helpers, refs, etc.
• Participants must ensure physical distancing on ice and on benches.
• Face coverings will be required in all areas of the facility until you put your helmet on immediately before you are to enter the ice surface.
• Participants are asked to remain seated until the Olympia has left the ice surface.  Participants will enter and exit ice surface at closest door to assigned seat.
• Face coverings must immediately be put back on at the conclusion of your ice time.  Participants must vacate the McLeod enclosure within 10 mins of the end of their ice time.  This timeline will be strictly enforced and groups that do not adhere to this could possibly lose their remaining ice times on their permit. 
• Lobby washrooms will be available for participants
• Participants will exit the arena through the back (west) lobby entrance and are asked to observe physical distancing.
• There will be adequate staff on duty during all rentals. Staff will ensure that adequate cleaning and sanitizing is done on a regular basis.

Registered Drop-in Skating Programs

• All patrons MUST wear a face covering as per the Regional Face Covering By-Law while in the facility. Children under the age of 2, children under the age of 5 who either chronologically or developmentally refuse to wear a face covering, and those who are unable to wear a face covering due to a medical condition, disability, etc. are exempt.
• Patrons will be met by a WMC staff person at the front doors 10 minutes prior to the start of the skate program. Only those registered to skate will be permitted into the building.
• Patrons will be required to complete the Health Screening and show results on their phone to the WMC staff person prior to entering the facility. If a patron is unable to complete the Health Screening electronically, paper copies will be available at the facility. 
• Those who have not paid for the skate program will be directed to the Customer Service desk to complete payment.
• Those who paid online for the skate program will be directed through the dressing room hallway entering the ice pad through the home or visitor team bench doors.
• All dressing rooms will remain closed at this time. Patrons are required to come dressed to skate. Skates and helmets are permitted to be put on when in the facility on the home or visitor team bench (maximum of 5 people per bench).
• Patrons are encouraged not to bring any valuables when attending a skate program.
• Water bottles are permitted into the facility, please do not bring any outside food or beverages. Water filling station will be available to refill water bottles.
• Hand sanitizer will be provided at the entrance and exit of the facility.
• Skating aids will not be available for skate programs. Patrons can bring their own skating aids that will be approved by the WMC staff upon check-in.
• Signage will be placed in highly visible locations noting the ways patrons can help prevent the spread, by washing hands, covering your face and staying at home when needed.

For further information visit the Skating Page. 

Breslau Community Centre - Registered Full Session Program

• Limit of 15 participants per class 
• Participants must register online using ActiveNet. For Assistance call: BCC Customer Service at 519-514-8000
• Upon registration, participants will be required to sign off on a COVID-19 waiver, as well as fill out a PAR-Q form (once annually)
• All fitness classes will be held in the Gymnasium
• Participants will enter the the facility through the front gymnasium door (there will be a sign out front) 
• Participants will be met by the BCC fitness instructor at the Gymnasium doors to be checked in 
• Patrons will be required to complete the Health Screening and show results on their phone to the WMC staff person prior to entering the facility. If a patron is unable to complete the Health Screening electronically, paper copies will be available at the facility. 
• Everyone will be provided with a sanitization bottle and paper towel to clean equipment before/ after use
• Masks must be worn on entry/ exit and when gathering fitness equipment
• Masks are optional when in personal zone and when class is in session
• Participants will be exiting the facility through the front gymnasium door

For further information visit the Breslau Community Centre Page.

Woolwich Memorial Centre- Registered Drop-in Fitness Programs

• Limit of 10 participants per class (limit of 8 participants for spin)
• WMC Members still have the option to pre-register online using their membership for a visit to the Fitness Centre or a fitness class. When registering online WMC Members will be required to select the Membership payment option.  WMC Members are to bring their membership card as you will be required to scan it when you arrive.
• Non-members can register online using ActiveNet. $8 per use + processing fee (non-refundable).
• We will not be accepting WALK INS at this time. 
• Upon registration, participants will be required to sign off on a COVID-19 waiver, as well as fill out a PAR-Q form (once annually).
• All fitness classes will be held in the Community Centre Room.
• Participants will be met by the WMC fitness instructor at the door leading off of the Community Centre Room.
• Participants will be required to complete the Health Screening and show results on their phone to the WMC staff person prior to entering the facility. If a patron is unable to complete the Health Screening electronically, paper copies will be available at the facility.
• Everyone will be provided with a sanitization bottle and towel to clean equipment before/ after use.
• Changerooms will be closed, please come dressed prior to attending the registered fitness class.
• Showers and water fountains will be closed.
• Masks must be worn on entry/ exit and when gathering fitness equipment.
• Masks are optional when in personal zone and when class is in session.

For further information visit the Fitness Centre Page.

Registered Drop-in Aquatic Programs

• All programs will have a reduced maximum capacity based on physical distancing requirements.
• Swimmers must pre-register in advance. If you have never registered for a program online before or need assistance contact us at 519-514-7000
• WMC Members still have the option to pre-register online using their membership. When registering online WMC Members will be required to select the Membership payment option.  WMC Members are to bring their membership card as you will be required to scan it when you arrive. 
• Non-members can register online using ActiveNet.
• We will also be accepting WALK INS on  first come, first served basis for any remaining spots.  Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the swim program so that we can get you registered and paid.  Feel free to call ahead to see if there is space (519-514-7000). 
• Face coverings must be worn when at the Woolwich Memorial Centre and must be removed to participate in your swim program. Children under the age of 2, children under the age of 5 who either chronologically or developmentally refuse to wear a face covering, and those who are unable to wear a face covering due to a medical condition, disability, etc. are exempt.

• Patrons will be met by a WMC staff person at the side front vestibule 10 minutes prior to their booked time slot. 
• Patrons will be required to complete the Health Screening and show results on their phone to the WMC staff person prior to entering the facility. If a patron is unable to complete the Health Screening electronically, paper copies will be available at the facility.
• Patrons are required to come dressed in their swim attire as change rooms will only be available for walk-through access and rinsing off prior to entering the pool deck. 
• All patrons will be going through the Family Changeroom
• Lockers will not be available. Patrons are to bring their personal belongings onto the pool deck and place them in the designated area. 
• Limited equipment will be available which includes: PFDs, Flutter Boards, Pool Buoys and Water Belts. Patrons are able to bring their own equipment to their swim program. Lifeguard approval of equipment will be required. 
• At the end of the swim patrons will be exiting through the Female or Male Changeroom. Showers, lockers, individual cubicle will not be  available. 
• Patrons are able to quickly dry off and change in the designated changerooms prior to leaving the facility. 
• Patrons will be exiting the facility through the side door off of the main pool hallway. If patrons are unable to use the stairs, they will be able to exit through the side front vestibule doors. 

For further information visit the Swimming page.

Swim Lessons

• Participants are required to come dressed in their swim attire as change rooms will only be available for walk-through access and rinsing off prior to entering the pool deck.
• Face coverings must be worn when at the Woolwich Memorial Centre and must be removed to participate in your swim lesson. Children under the age of 2, children under the age of 5 who either chronologically or developmentally refuse to wear a face covering, and those who are unable to wear a face covering due to a medical condition, disability, etc. are exempt.
• Participants will be met by a WMC staff person at the side front vestibule 10 minutes prior to their swim lesson. 
• Participants will be required to complete the Health Screening and show results on their phone to the WMC staff person prior to entering the facility. If a patron is unable to complete the Health Screening electronically, paper copies will be available at the facility.
• Only those adults needing to attend lessons in the water will be permitted inside the building. For those levels not needing a parent/guardian in the water only one parent/ guardian per household can watch Private Lessons. Registered swimmers ages 12 and up are required to be dropped off and picked up at the front door. 
• All participants will be going through the Family Changeroom
• Lockers will not be available. Participants are to bring their personal belongings onto the pool deck and place them in the designated area.
• At the end of the swim participants will be exiting through the Female or Male Changeroom. Showers, lockers, individual cubicle will not be available.
• Participants can quickly dry off and change in the designated changerooms prior to leaving the facility.
• Participants will be exiting the facility through the side door off the main pool hallway. If participants are unable to use the stairs, they will be able to exit through the side front vestibule doors.

Important Notes:

• If a customer is registered in the following levels: Swimmer 3 or below then a competent deep end swimmer must attend the full lesson. This parent/guardian must be over the age of 16 years of age, from the same family bubble.
• Only one parent/ guardian per child registered in the Parent & Tot lesson will be able to participate.
• Only one parent/guardian per household can watch Private Lessons.
• Parents/ guardians are not permitted to watch Aquatic Leadership Courses. They will drop off and pick up their child at the main entrance of the facility.

For further information visit the Swimming Lessons and Programs Page.