Programs and Activities

View individual Shuffleboard and Pickleball tabs for upcoming cancellations. 

Shuffleboard

Shuffleboard

Shuffleboard is a game where cues push weighted discs, with the purpose of gliding the discs down the court and having the discs come to rest within a marked scorings area.

We welcome all levels of players and have all the necessary equipment to come and try it out!

Shuffleboard runs from September to the end of May, breaking for the summer months. 

To play all participants are required to have a:

Shuffleboard Pass

To inquire, or obtain a Shuffleboard pass please visit:
Wilmot Recreation Complex: Customer service desk
1291 Nafziger Rd Baden or call 519-634-9225

Pickleball  

Pickleball 

Pickleball is a paddle sports that combines Badminton, Tennis and Ping Pong.

We welcome all levels of players and have all the necessary equipment to come and try it out! This informal play is designed to incorporate the mix of beginner, intermediate and advanced players.

Three courts are available and are designed to play in singles or doubles based on participants numbers. This program is on-going and will run on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays with the exception of long weekends. Please see program calendars for current available dates to play.

TRY IT Programs - June 2025

In celebration of June is Recreation and Parks Month 2025, the Township of Wilmot is pleased to introduce "TRY IT" programs. These sessions offer participants the opportunity to test out various programs at a reduced fee before committing to the full session. Programs include fitness, swimming lessons, yoga and more! Check out our June is Recreation and Parks Month page for full details. 

Youth Centre Drop In 

The Centre offers a place for youth to gather, socialize and play games in a safe and supervised setting. The Centre is operated on a drop-in basis for grades 4 through 12. Please visit the Youth Programming page for more information and obtain a Youth Programming Pass application.

Active Living Programs for Adults 55+

The Wilmot Active Living Centre is a gathering place with scheduled programs and activities for older adults (ages 55+). 

Active Living Centre Hours 

To attend participants are required to have a:

Active Living Centre Card

To inquire, or obtain a membership please visit:
Wilmot Recreation Complex: Active Living Centre
1291 Nafziger Rd, Baden or call 519-634-9225

Please visit the Active Living Centre page for detailed program information. 

Indoor Track

Located at the Wilmot Recreation Complex, the track is constructed of a rubberized surface for ease of use. It features four lanes, each of which, are designated for walking, jogging and running.

Supervision is required for users under 16 years of age. Track is closed during swim meets.

Hours of Operation: Closures and cancellations

September to June 

Sunday to Saturday 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Summer Hours:

July 1 to September 1

Monday to Friday 6:00 a.m. to 9:00p.m. 

Saturday and Sunday 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

(Hours Subject to Change)

Track direction

For ease on your joints, the direction of use of the track changes daily:

Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday: Clockwise

Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday: Counter Clockwise

Lap distance

7 laps = 1 km

12 laps = 1 mile

Artshine

Join Artshine for a fun and engaging 8-week art program, in partnership with the Wilmot Recreation Complex! You’ll create a new masterpiece each week with a variety of artistic mediums. Artshine’s curriculum, developed by teachers, fine artists, and art historians, incorporates mini art history lessons while teaching about famous artists and artistic styles.

Session at a glance:

• Classic Art with a Modern Twist:
  Learn to recreate classic works of art with a modern twist
• Glow in the Dark and Street Art:
  Glow Paint will allow students to take their creativity to the next level! This unique medium mixed with classic drawing instruction and new modern projects, will bring out the student's creative imaginations.
• Wacky Mediums:
  Get ready to use fun and unique mediums to take your projects to the next level.

Artshine will be taking a break for summer 2025. We look forward to seeing you back in the fall! Stay tuned for registration. 

Artshine

Babysitting & Home Alone

Babysitting

The Canada Safety Council Babysitters course is designed to teach youth how to be successful babysitters. They will learn about child development, basic first aid, and handling various situations.

Adult Fitness Classes

Chair Yoga 

This class modifies yoga poses so that they can be done while seater. With the support of a chair the benefits of yoga become accessible regardless of age, level of flexibility or mobility. Chair Yoga can also improve strength and concentration while boosting your mood. It can also reduce stress and joint strain. Please bring Water with you to each class.

Yoga Mats and blocks are provided.

You are welcome to bring personal Bolsters - to elevate seated posture
or Blankets for your Savasana Comfort.

Register for Chair Yoga 

FUNdamental Fitness 55+

The focus of this 60-minute class will be on fun and variety! Classes will include a little bit of everything to keep you fit and strong - intervals, circuits, dance, strengthening, balance, stretching and most importantly fun. This class is for active older adults who have at least some experience with exercising and are above daily strength and stretches and are ready for non-stop action!

FUNdamental Fitness 55+ will be taking a break for summer 2025. We look forward to seeing you back in the fall! Stay tuned for registration. 

FUNdamental Fitness 55+

Step and Tone with Carol

Step and tone combines all the classic, nostalgic step moves with the benefits of cardio plus strength training moves. This 8-week class will help you burn calories, build your strength and improve cardiovascular health.

Step and Tone with Carol will be taking a break for summer 2025. We look forward to seeing you back in the fall! 

Step and Tone with Carol

Strength by Carol

This 60 minute class is a fully body workout with upper body, lower body and core work, and is meant for all levels. You won't find high intensity cardio segments here but with ever changing challenging formats and options that use a combination of body strength exercises and a variety of equipment.

Mats and all other equipment will be provided.

Strength by Carol will be taking a break for summer 2025. We look forward to seeing you back in the fall. 

Strength by Carol 

Youth Volunteer Leadership Program

Youth volunteers play an important role in ensuring the success of our various youth programs. Volunteers support program staff with playing games, helping with crafts and instructing activities. They are given the opportunity to create an activity plan and lead one activity throughout the program (Program dependent). This is also a great way for high school students to get their mandatory community service hours completed.

Please complete the online volunteer application form to get started!

Instructor Information

The Township of Wilmot is seeking program instructors for a variety of recreational programs such as: fitness, music, art, cooking, computers and much more. These opportunities are available on an independent contract basis, dependent on programming sessions, and involve primarily evening, weekend and some daytime courses.

Requirements for all instructors:

• Certification (where applicable) and training in the specific discipline

• Able to demonstrate experience providing instruction within a program setting

• Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Have current Standard First aid and C.P.R. certification (or be willing to obtain one at your own expense)

• Required to provide both a Criminal Records Check and a Vulnerable Sector Check;

• Fitness instructors are also required to provide proof of insurance naming the Township of Wilmot as additionally insured

  How to apply: If interested please forward your resume indicating the level of experience and certifications in one of the above specified areas, and a completed Recreation Program Proposal to us.

Program Proposals

Is there a program you would like us to offer or do you have an idea for an activity? The Township of Wilmot is always looking for ways to expand the recreation, sport and leisure opportunities available to residents.

If you have an idea for a program or activity and/or would like to teach others a new skill, please read and fill out the following program proposal.

Recreation Program Proposal