Growing Up Green uses nature as a learning tool, and encourages parents/caregivers and preschool children to go outside and explore. Through rhymes, books and nature-based learning activities, families will experience the joy of learning together while gaining the tools to foster their connection to nature and the environment.

Parental involvement required. Come prepared to play outdoors rain, snow or shine! You must register your child to attend this free program.

Are you interested in meeting new people and exploring Headingley on your bike?  This social ride is a chance to meet new people, explore the community and gain confidence in biking skills and endurance. The weekly rides will be planned for Wednesdays, but start dates, meeting locations and routes will be decided at a later time depending on the weather.  All you need is a bike, a helmet and a sense of adventure!

Dates & times are tentative pending weather.

Growing Up Green uses nature as a learning tool, and encourages parents/caregivers and preschool children to go outside and explore. Through rhymes, books and nature-based learning activities, families will experience the joy of learning together while gaining the tools to foster their connection to nature and the environment.

Parental involvement required. Come prepared to play outdoors rain, snow or shine! You must register your child to attend this free program.

Are you ready for the Robot Basic Training?

In this class, you will learn how to build, modify, and program a robot using the LEGO Spike Prime kit.

You will be taught how to use motors and sensors to detect objects and navigate your robot through an obstacle course. This class is designed for beginners and will focus on building and designing robots, with plenty of guidance provided to help you program them.

Laptops and robots will be provided to use during class hours, and there are no take-home items in this course.

This workshop is suited for children Ages 8 - 12 

Kickstart your day with a heart-healthy workout that gets your blood pumping! This class features easy-to-follow, low-impact movements and functional whole-body exercises using Therabands and dumbbells, concluding with balancing and stretching exercises. This class focuses on promoting heart health while keeping you active and energized.

Join us and boost your heart health in a fun, supportive environment!

 No Class August 4th

Come to our pop-up playground for a revolution in play… LOOSE PARTS PLAY!

In an open outdoor space, children will use their imaginations and play with loose parts! Loose parts include: tarps, bungee cords, tires, milk crates, cardboard packaging and more! This type of play is UNSTRUCTURED and RISKY!

Risky play is about discovery and finding out what we are capable of. It shapes us in unexpected ways. We often assume risk is negative but, it does not have to be!  As they begin to play, children are remarkably quite good at mitigating their own risk. They come up with their own rules, negotiate, collaborate and cooperate with other children. Children will have the opportunity to make creative decisions, test their boundaries and limits and learn skills to take into adolescence and adulthood.

Learn more about Loose Parts Play!

At the Loose Parts Playground site, our Summer Recreation Attendant will greet parents and children, orient them of the space and remind them of the expectations to be safe and respectful. Participants can drop in and stay as long as they would like. 

Children MUST be accompanied by an adult for the duration of their play. 

Please register your family for these programs for contact purposes incase we cancel due to weather!

**PLEASE NOTE: The Loose Parts Playground will be beside the splash pad at the Headingley Community Centre. 

Join us for a week of fun and inspiration as we connect with nature and create stunning art!

Activities Include:

• Nature walks and scavenger hunts
• Acrylic, watercolor, batik, and printmaking
• Exploring the Headingley Grand Trunk Trail

Art Show Finale:
Showcase your creations in a special celebration at the end of the week!

Don’t miss this exciting blend of art, nature, and play! 

Get ready to shine at Camps Got Talent! —the ultimate talent show where every camper can step into the spotlight and showcase their unique skills! Whether your child loves to sing, dance, act, juggle, or has a special talent waiting to be discovered, this camp is the perfect place for them to explore their creativity, build confidence, and have fun while learning new skills!

What to Expect:

• Talent Discovery & Exploration: Kids will have the opportunity to explore a variety of talents and find out what they love most! From singing to magic tricks, comedy to dance, each child will try out different activities before deciding which talent they want to shine with.
• Skill Workshops: Throughout the week, campers will participate in talent-building workshops to help them improve their skills. Workshops include choreography sessions, improv games, juggling, and more—each one designed to help kids develop their talents in a fun, interactive way.
• Team Performances & Group Acts: Not only will kids work on their solo talents, but they’ll also get the chance to collaborate in group performances!
  Whether it’s a talent-show choir, a group dance, or a skit, working as a team will teach campers the importance of collaboration, creativity, and teamwork.

Let your child’s talent shine! Sign up for Camps Got Talent and watch them discover their passion, build their confidence, and take the stage in a spectacular performance they’ll never forget!

Age: 5 to 12 years

Pack your bags and get ready for an exciting adventure at Around the World Camp! Your child will travel to different countries and explore fascinating cultures, languages, and traditions—without ever leaving camp! This fun-filled, immersive experience will allow campers to "visit" a new country each day, with hands-on activities, games, crafts, and experiences inspired by different parts of the world.

What to Expect:

• International Exploration: Each day, campers will "visit" a new country, from Japan to Brazil, France to Kenya, and beyond! They’ll learn fun facts about each place, its people, and its unique traditions. Campers will discover the world’s diverse landscapes, wildlife, and history through interactive lessons and activities.
• Passport & Travel Journal: As campers explore the world, they’ll receive a special “passport” to stamp every time they "visit" a new country. They’ll also keep a travel journal to document their experiences, write down what they’ve learned, and record their favorite memories from their global adventures.

Take your child on a worldwide adventure—sign up for Around the World Camp today, where the world’s wonders come to life in a week of fun, learning, and discovery!

Age: 5 to 12 years

Get ready to move, groove, and compete at Sports Mania Camp, the ultimate destination for kids who love sports and outdoor fun! Whether your child is a seasoned athlete or just starting to discover the joy of movement, this action-packed camp has something for everyone. From soccer to relay races, badminton to dance, every day is full of energy, teamwork, and plenty of laughs!

What to Expect:

• Multi-Sport Madness: Campers will dive into a wide variety of sports, including soccer, basketball, baseball, badminton, dodgeball, and more! They'll learn the rules, hone their skills, and have a blast competing in friendly, non-competitive games.
• Skill Development & Drills: Whether it's perfecting dribbling in basketball or learning how to pass a soccer ball, each sport will include skill-building drills that help kids improve technique while having fun. Leaders will work with campers to develop their abilities and boost their confidence.
• Team Challenges & Relays: Sports are all about teamwork, and campers will get plenty of opportunities to collaborate with their fellow athletes! From fun relay races to team-building games, kids will learn the value of working together to achieve common goals.

Get ready to score big at Sports Mania Camp! Sign up today and let the games begin!

Age: 5 to 12 years

Get moving and energized with our Urban Poling Club!

Walking with Urban Poles offers so many benefits—boost your balance, reduce joint pain, strengthen your core, improve posture, and enjoy a great cardio workout! Whether indoors (with clean indoor shoes) or outdoors (where the group plans routes together), you’ll have a supportive community to keep you motivated. Poles are available to borrow, so there’s no need to bring your own.

Why not give it a try and experience the difference walking with poles can make?

Get ready for an action-packed Youth Ball Hockey Recreation Program designed to help players build their skills and put them into play!

Each session starts with fun and engaging skill development, where participants will work on key hockey fundamentals like passing, shooting, stickhandling, and positioning.

After honing their skills, players will jump into a fast-paced scrimmage, giving them the chance to apply what they’ve learned in a game setting.

This encourages teamwork, strategy, and confidence—all while having a great time!

No experience needed—just bring your energy and enthusiasm!

Come play, improve, and have fun!

* Equipment will be provided if you require *

Get ready to hit the field with our exciting Youth Flag Football Program!

Designed for boys and girls of all skill levels, this program focuses on teaching the fundamental skills of football in a fun, non-contact environment. Players will build confidence, develop teamwork, and learn sportsmanship while putting their skills into action.

Each session includes fundamental skill-building drills followed by game play, allowing participants to grow and improve in a supportive setting.

Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, this is a great way to stay active, make friends, and enjoy the game of football.

Get your friends together and join the fun!

Register today and let’s play some football!

Join us on July 15th in Headingley for our SOCCER BASEBALL TOURNAMENT! Gather your friends to make a team, or come solo to join a team for a fun-filled day! This soccer baseball crossover will follow the style and rules of baseball with kickball instead of batting! 

Each team will get the chance to play all of the other teams and will end in a championship game. There will be 5-8 players per team. Let us know if you're coming with friends and would like to be on a team together. 

Wear runners, a hat, sunscreen and bring along a bagged lunch and LOTS of water! 

This program will run rain or shine!

The $5.00 registration fee includes a bag of chips and a freezie! 

Join us on August 6th in Headingley for our SOCCER TOURNAMENT! Gather your friends to make a team, or come solo to join a team for a fun-filled day! 

Each team will get the chance to play all of the other teams and will end in a championship game. There will be 5-8 players per team. Let us know if you're coming with friends and would like to be on a team together. 

Wear runners, a hat, sunscreen and bring along a bagged lunch and LOTS of water! 

This program will run rain or shine!

The $5.00 registration fee includes a bag of chips and a freezie! 

Get ready to shine at Camps Got Talent! —the ultimate talent show where every camper can step into the spotlight and showcase their unique skills! Whether your child loves to sing, dance, act, juggle, or has a special talent waiting to be discovered, this camp is the perfect place for them to explore their creativity, build confidence, and have fun while learning new skills!

What to Expect:

• Talent Discovery & Exploration: Kids will have the opportunity to explore a variety of talents and find out what they love most! From singing to magic tricks, comedy to dance, each child will try out different activities before deciding which talent they want to shine with.
• Skill Workshops: Throughout the week, campers will participate in talent-building workshops to help them improve their skills. Workshops include choreography sessions, improv games, juggling, and more—each one designed to help kids develop their talents in a fun, interactive way.
• Team Performances & Group Acts: Not only will kids work on their solo talents, but they’ll also get the chance to collaborate in group performances! Whether it’s a talent-show choir, a group dance, or a skit, working as a team will teach campers the importance of collaboration, creativity, and teamwork.

Let your child’s talent shine! Sign up for Camps Got Talent and watch them discover their passion, build their confidence, and take the stage in a spectacular performance they’ll never forget!

Age: 5 to 12 years

Roar, chirp, and slither into the wildest camp experience of the summer at Animal Kingdom Camp! If your child is fascinated by animals, loves to explore the great outdoors, or dreams of becoming a zoologist or animal expert, this is the perfect camp for them. Each day is packed with exciting animal encounters, nature walks, creative activities, and everything your child needs to learn about the incredible creatures that inhabit our world.

What to Expect:

• Animal Exploration & Discovery: Kids will get up close and personal with a variety of animals! From domestic pets like dogs and rabbits to farm animals like cows and goats, campers will learn about the different species, their habitats, and what makes each one special.
• Wildlife Safari & Nature Walks: Campers will embark on nature walks and "wildlife safaris" to discover local animals in their natural habitats. Equipped with binoculars and field guides, they'll track animals, spot birds, and explore the wonders of the outdoors.
• Environmental Conservation: Children will also learn about conservation efforts and how to protect endangered species. Through games, discussions, and activities, they'll discover ways they can make a difference in preserving the animal kingdom for future generations.

Join the wildest adventure of the summer at Animal Kingdom Camp! Sign up today and let your child discover the wonders of the animal world in a fun, educational, and unforgettable way!

Age: 5 to 12 years

Pack your bags and get ready for an exciting adventure at Around the World Camp! Your child will travel to different countries and explore fascinating cultures, languages, and traditions—without ever leaving camp! This fun-filled, immersive experience will allow campers to "visit" a new country each day, with hands-on activities, games, crafts, and experiences inspired by different parts of the world.

What to Expect:

• International Exploration: Each day, campers will "visit" a new country, from Japan to Brazil, France to Kenya, and beyond! They’ll learn fun facts about each place, its people, and its unique traditions. Campers will discover the world’s diverse landscapes, wildlife, and history through interactive lessons and activities.
• Passport & Travel Journal: As campers explore the world, they’ll receive a special “passport” to stamp every time they "visit" a new country. They’ll also keep a travel journal to document their experiences, write down what they’ve learned, and record their favorite memories from their global adventures.

Take your child on a worldwide adventure—sign up for Around the World Camp today, where the world’s wonders come to life in a week of fun, learning, and discovery!

Age: 5 to 12 years

Welcome to Science & Robots Camp, where young minds can unleash their curiosity and dive into the wonders of science! If your child is fascinated by how things work or dreams of becoming a future engineer or inventor, this is the camp for them! Each day is packed with hands-on experiments, exciting robotics challenges, and mind-blowing scientific discoveries.

What to Expect:

• Fun Science Experiments: Every day is a new adventure in science! Kids will perform exciting experiments, like making slime, creating fizzy volcanoes, and experimenting with chemical reactions. These hands-on experiments make complex scientific concepts easy to understand and incredibly fun.
• Engineering Challenges & Design Projects: Campers will take on engineering challenges that encourage them to think creatively and work as a team. Whether it's building the tallest tower using only spaghetti and marshmallows or designing a marble runway, these challenges will ignite their problem-solving skills.
• Exploring Future Tech: Campers will learn about the latest in technology and how scientists and engineers are shaping the future. Guest speakers or virtual tours may even bring in real-world experts to talk about the cool ways science and robots are changing the world!

Sign up for Science & Robots Camp today! Your child will have a blast creating, discovering, and learning the science behind the amazing technology shaping our world!

Age: 5 to 12 years

Welcome to Spy Academy, where aspiring agents will put their wits, agility, and stealth to the test in an action-packed week of top-secret training and high-stakes challenges. Ready to join the ranks of the world’s most elite spies? Your mission begins now!

What to Expect:

• Secret Agent Training: Kids will learn the skills needed to become a top-notch spy, including decoding secret messages, creating disguises, and mastering the art of stealth. They'll be trained in everything from spy language to clever techniques for slipping past laser security systems (don't worry, they're just lasers made of yarn!).
• Mission Impossible Challenges: Each day, campers will tackle thrilling challenges designed to test their spy skills—think laser maze crawls, code-cracking puzzles, and obstacle courses. Teamwork and quick thinking are essential to completing these top-secret missions!
• Stealth Training & Secret Codes: Learn how to move like a true agent—quietly and swiftly. Campers will crack codes, use invisible ink, and create their own secret spy messages to send to fellow agents. Are you ready to write in code?

Sign up today and get ready for the most exciting mission of the summer—Spy Academy is waiting for its newest recruits! 

Age: 5 to 12 years

Get ready to move, groove, and compete at Sports Mania Camp, the ultimate destination for kids who love sports and outdoor fun! Whether your child is a seasoned athlete or just starting to discover the joy of movement, this action-packed camp has something for everyone. From soccer to relay races, badminton to dance, every day is full of energy, teamwork, and plenty of laughs!

What to Expect:

• Multi-Sport Madness: Campers will dive into a wide variety of sports, including soccer, basketball, baseball, badminton, dodgeball, and more! They'll learn the rules, hone their skills, and have a blast competing in friendly, non-competitive games.
• Skill Development & Drills: Whether it's perfecting dribbling in basketball or learning how to pass a soccer ball, each sport will include skill-building drills that help kids improve technique while having fun. Coaches will work with campers to develop their abilities and boost their confidence.
• Team Challenges & Relays: Sports are all about teamwork, and campers will get plenty of opportunities to collaborate with their fellow athletes! From fun relay races to team-building games, kids will learn the value of working together to achieve common goals.

Get ready to score big at Sports Mania Camp! Sign up today and let the games begin!

Age: 5 to 12 years

Step into the tiny world of bugs and critters at A Bug’s Life Camp, where young explorers will embark on an exciting journey through the natural wonders of the insect kingdom! From buzzing bees to clever ants, campers will dive into the fascinating world of bugs with hands-on activities, outdoor adventures, and plenty of opportunities to get up close and personal with nature.

What to Expect:

• Bug Hunts & Nature Walks: Equipped with magnifying glasses and bug-catching kits, kids will head outdoors for thrilling bug hunts and nature walks. They'll search for real-life critters, observe their behavior, and learn how they live in their natural habitats. Who knows what they'll discover under a rock or in a flowerbed?
• Learning Through Play: Using stories, interactive games, and cool bug facts, kids will engage in hands-on learning about how insects pollinate plants, the importance of ants in the ecosystem, and how bees make honey. Plus, they'll learn how to be kind to nature and protect the environment!
• Promotes Environmental Awareness: Campers will learn about the important roles insects play in our ecosystems, fostering a sense of responsibility for protecting the environment.

Immerse yourself in the life of an insect at A Bug’s Life Camp! It’s the perfect place for little explorers to discover the amazing, tiny world around them!

Age: 5 to 12 years

Ahoy, matey! Get ready for the ultimate underwater and high-seas adventure at Pirates and Mermaids Camp! Whether you’re a daring pirate searching for treasure or a mystical mermaid exploring the depths of the ocean, this camp is packed with excitement and imagination!

What to Expect:

• Pirate Ship Fun: Set sail on our "pirate ship," where campers will learn to navigate the seas, shout pirate commands, and create their own pirate flags! They'll be on a mission to discover hidden treasure while solving puzzles and riddles.
• Mermaid Lagoon: Dive into the world of magical mermaids with water games, bubble-blowing contests, and creative crafts. Campers will design seashell crowns and participate in underwater-themed challenges.
• Treasure Hunts & Scavenger Hunts: Whether searching for sparkling gems or hidden pirate booty, campers will work together in teams to unlock clues, decipher maps, and find treasures!

Don’t miss out on this nautical journey—sign up for Pirates and Mermaids Camp today!

Age: 5 to 12 years

Growing Up Green uses nature as a learning tool, and encourages parents/caregivers and preschool children to go outside and explore. Through rhymes, books and nature-based learning activities, families will experience the joy of learning together while gaining the tools to foster their connection to nature and the environment.

Parental involvement required. Come prepared to play outdoors rain, snow or shine! You must register your child to attend this free program.