Youth Centre

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Located on the upper level of the Wilmot Recreation Complex, is the Optimist Youth Centre - a 1200 square foot facility dedicated for youth, grade 5 to grade 12. The Centre offers a place for youth to gather, socialize and play games in a safe and supervised setting. A Youth Centre Card is required for access to the space.

Programming at the drop-in Centre will include skill building, workshops, movie nights, schoolwork help, and special programming throughout the year.

In addition to being a drop-in Centre, the Optimist Youth Centre is also the home of the Youth Action Council (YAC), Junior Youth Action Council, and Volunity: Youth Volunteer Program. On a monthly basis, youth plan, organize and lead special events which help to fund the different initiatives they plan for the Centre.

Equipment

Virtual Play:

PlayStation 2
PlayStation 3
Wii Original
Nintendo Switch

Games

Billard's Table
Shuffleboard Table
Ping Pong Table
Large Variety of Board Games Classic and New!

Hours of Operation
Day	Time	Program
Monday	5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.	The HIVE Youth Action Council Meetings **Closed March 13
Tuesday	5:00 p.m. - to 9:00 p.m.	The HIVE **Closed March 14
Wednesday	5:00 p.m. - to 9:00 p.m.	The HIVE **Closed March 15
Thursday	Closed
Friday	4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.	Pipes n' Rails At 251 Jacob Street, New Hamburg Cancelled March 24, March 31, & April 7**
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed

** HIVE is closed over March Break **

Youth Centre Card

A Youth Centre Card is required for youth grades 5 - 12 to utilize the space for all program offerings. The application can be accessed online, please return it to the Supervisor of Recreation Programming via email. Paper Applications can also be completed upon arrival at the Youth Centre for your first visit.

Please note, cards must be presented for entry.

Youth Pass Application

Programs

The programming offered in the Optimist Youth Centre is based around 4 pillars: Connecting, Engagement, Learning & Wellness.

Connecting

Youth Action Council

Wilmot's Youth Action Council is a dedicate group of Youth Volunteers who meet Bi-weekly to offer events and opportunities for youth and families in the community to be involved. Please visit Youth Action Council page for more information.

Engagement

THE HIVE

Is the newest addition to the Youth Centre; where you can play, create or just chill. Make use of the tables and board games, as well as the Game consoles. Supervised by our Youth Engagement Programmer, Sean O'Leary.

Pipes and Rails - Held at the New Hamburg Arena (251 Jacob Street, New Hamburg)

Calling all Wheels; Skateboards, Longboards and Scooters are welcome during this program. Using mobile ramps on the arena floor, participants are able to learn and practice their skills. Helmets are mandatory, and additional safety equipment including wrist guards, elbow pads and knee pads are highly encouraged. Program is running FREE until December 30, 2022. **
**A paid Youth Pass is required to participate in the program. Memberships must be purchased in advance from the Wilmot Recreation Complex. Cost is $3.10 per visit, purchased in a pass of 10. For more information, please contact the Supervisor of Recreation Programming.

Learning

More Program Information coming soon.

Wellness

More Program Information coming soon.

The Optimist Youth Centre is proudly supported by the New Hamburg Optimist Club and the Petersburg Optimist Club.

For more information on the Optimist Youth Centre, please contact us.

Contacts

Lacey Smith
Recreation Programmer
Administration Complex
60 Snyder's Road West
T: 519-634-8519 ext. 251
Toll Free:: 1-800-469-5576
TTY: 519-634-5037
Email
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