Recreation Programs

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: Art from the Past, Future and Beyond

• Participants will work with vibrant paints, pastels and other creative materials to bring their ideas to life. We'll play with patterns, explore symmetry, and build imaginative designs using simple geometric shapes. 
• We'll explore the mysteries of distant galaxies, the beauty of ancient civilizations and the excitement of futuristic cities waiting to be discovered.

Winter 2026 Session

Saturdays at 10 am, January 10 - March 7, 2026

Register for Artshine

Join the Evoke Fitness Staff at the New Hamburg Community Center. Designed to inspire confidence, creativity, and connection, this program invites children to explore movement, music, and imagination in a supportive and engaging environment. Through a blend of dance, theatre, movement, and arts & crafts, participants will discover new ways to express themselves while developing coordination, teamwork, and self-assurance. Each session is thoughtfully tailored to meet children where they are, encouraging them to step outside their comfort zone, stay active, and embrace the joy of creativity.

Winter 2026 Sessions

Ages 3 - 5: Mondays at 5 pm, January 19 to March 23, 2026

Ages 6 - 8: Mondays at 6 pm, January 19 to March 23, 2026

Ages 9 +: Mondays at 7 pm, January 19 to March 23, 2026

Register for Creative Collective: Explore Dance and the Arts 

Join the Evoke Fitness staff at the New Dundee Community Center (1028 Queen Street, New Dundee). A fun combination of 3 awesome activities! Kids will learn skills in all disciplines such as tumbling, flexibility, core strength, balance, dance, acrobatics, and stunting. Our qualified and fun coaches will also create a routine based on the skill level of the athletes. A great way to experience a variety of exciting ways to move. Each session is tailored to begin with children at their skill level and offer new and progressive skills each week.

Winter 2026 Sessions

Ages 3 - 5: Thursdays at 5 pm, January 22 to March 12, 2026

Ages 6 - 8: Thursdays at 6 pm, January 22 to March 12, 2026

Ages 9 +: Thursdays at 7 pm, January 22 to March 12, 2026

Register for Acro, Dance, and Cheer

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.

This program is designed to get youth moving with the purpose of building strength, endurance, co-ordination, and stability while implementing the foundation of long term, positive fitness habits. Participants will be encouraged to try new exercises and variations to find what fits them while creating an enjoyable fitness routine that will support lifelong physical well-being, personal growth and performance.

Winter 2026 Sessions

Thursdays at 5:30 pm, January 22 to March 12, 2026 

Register for Girl's Youth Bootcamp 

The Canada Safety Council Home Alone course is designed to teach children crucial skills to keep them safe when they are home without parental/guardian supervision.

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 Centre page for more information and obtain a Youth Programming Pass application.

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.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Ages 13 to 19 (must have completed Grade 7)
• Participate in an interview
• Complete required online training prior to the first day of programs
• Successfully complete an in person training (Date TBD)

Expectations

• Be available during regular program hours (hours are program dependent)
• Help with the creation of activity plans and prepare for each program
• Apply for the programs you wish to assist with though the application form
• Please be aware that if your application is accepted, you may not receive all of the programs you have requested  
• Volunteers are required to wear appropriate clothing and footwear

Please complete the online volunteer application form to get started!

The Wilmot Active Living Centre is a gathering place with scheduled programs and activities for older adults (ages 55+). Community Care Concepts of Wilmot Wellesley and Woolwich offers free gentle exercises on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. 

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

This high-energy, full-body workout combines classic cardio movements with dynamic boxing-inspired exercises to boost endurance, coordination, and overall fitness.

The session kicks off with a dynamic warm-up to prep the body, followed by a mix of basic cardio combos that get the heart rate up, followed by body conditioning to strengthen key muscle groups using functional bodyweight exercises. The class ends with a guided cool-down and deep stretching.

Winter 2026 Sessions

Thursdays at 7 pm, January 8 to March 12, 2026

Register for Cardio Fitness

This class modifies yoga poses so that they can be done while seated. 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.

Fall 2025 Sessions

Tuesdays at 10:45 am, November 4 to December 9, 2025

Thursdays at 1 pm, November 6 to December 11, 2025

Winter 2026 Sessions

Tuesdays at 10:45 am, January 6 to March 10, 2026

Thursdays at 1 pm, January 8 to March 12, 2026

Register for Chair Yoga

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!

Winter 2026 Sessions

Mondays at 9 am, January 5 to March 30, 2026

Thursdays at 9 am, January 8 to March 26, 2026

Register for FUNdamental Fitness 55+

Take a peaceful half hour to unwind and recharge. The class includes gentle movement, breathing techniques and guided visualizations to help you relax and refocus. You may participate seated in a chair, on the floor, or in a comfortable reclining position sitting or laying on a mat on the floor. Mats are provided, but you are welcome to bring your own matt if you prefer.

Winter 2026 Sessions

Tuesdays at 12:15 pm, January 6 to March 10, 2026

Register for Meditation Moments

Slow Flow Yoga is a mindful, breath-centered practice that invites you to move with intention and awareness. This class weaves together slow, deliberate sequences that build strength, stability, and balance—both on and off the mat. By connecting breath to movement, you'll cultivate a deeper sense of presence, improve body awareness, and create space for resilience in everyday life. Open to all levels. Yoga mats are provided.

Winter 2026 Session

Tuesdays at 7 pm, January 6 to March 10, 2026

Register for Slow Flow Yoga

Step and Strength combines all the classic, nostalgic step moves with the benefits of cardio plus strength training moves. This 10-week class will help you burn calories, build your strength and improve cardiovascular health.

Winter 2026 Sessions

Tuesdays at 5:30 pm, January 6 to March 10, 2026 

Register for Step and Strength with 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.

Winter 2026 Sessions

Mondays at 6:30 pm, January 5 to March 16, 2026

Wednesdays at 6:30 pm, January 7 to March 11, 2026

Register for Strength by Carol

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, Wednesdays and Thursdays with the exception of long weekends. Please see program calendars for current available dates to play.

Dates, Times and Location

Pickleball is held at the St. Agatha Community Centre, located at 1791 Erb's Rd., St. Agatha.

All Pickleball timeslots are for adults 18+. 

Upcoming Cancellations

Wednesday, December 24

Thursday, December 25

Wednesday, December 31

Thursday, January 1

Program Rates

First visit is free! After first visit:

• Adult Recreation (10 visit pass) = $44.82 +HST
• Senior Recreation (10 visit pass) = $37.80 +HST

Passes must be purchased in advance at the Wilmot Recreation Complex Customer Service Desk, located at 1291 Nafziger Road. Baden. 

Program rates increase annually as per the Township of Wilmot Fees and Charges Bylaw. 

Pickleball Protocols

• Please bring your own paddles. Minimum equipment loans are available currently, with disinfecting occurring between use.

• Food and beverages, excluding water, are not permitted in the facility

• No breakable containers or bottles allowed.

• Admission to the community centre will begin 5 minutes before the start of the program time.

• All participants and visitors must use proper hygiene and wash hands frequently

Volunteers Needed

To further expand our program offerings we are looking for 2 or more skilled candidates for each pickleball timeslot who would be interested in becoming a volunteer Athletic Engagement Facilitator

Benefits include:

• Holding a free membership for the volunteering term (minimum 1 year commitment)
• Being able to play the sport(s) you love while helping others and facilitating the program
• Volunteering for the community
• Volunteers will receive training in WHMIS, site safety, Township policies, workplace harassment, basic conflict resolution and will have full liability insurance while in the role as a volunteer.

Please call 519-634-9225 to find out how you can get involved and support the program.

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!

Location

Wilmot Recreation Complex Community Centre, 1291 Nafziger Rd., Baden

Dates and Times

Tuesdays, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Tuesdays, 1:30 - 3:30 pm (beginning December 2)

Please note, shuffleboard takes a break over the summer months. 

Upcoming Cancellations

Tuesday, December 23

Tuesday, December 30

Cost

All participants must have a shuffleboard pass to play. 

• Shuffleboard 10 pass: $15.50
  

Passes must be purchased in advance at the Wilmot Recreation Complex Customer Service Desk, located at 1291 Nafziger Road. Baden. 

Pass prices increase on September 1 annually as per the Township of Wilmot Fees and Charges Bylaw. 

Shuffleboard Protocols 

• Food and beverages, excluding water, are not permitted
• No breakable containers or bottles allowed.
• Purchasing of passes will occur 15 minutes prior to the start time at the Customer Service Desk.
• Admission to the Community Centre will begin 5 minutes before the start of the program time.

Volunteers Needed

We are looking for two or more skilled candidates who would be interested in becoming a volunteer Athletic Engagement Facilitator

There are many benefits to becoming an Athletic Engagement Facilitator such as but not limited to:

• A free shuffleboard pass for the volunteering term (minimum 1 year commitment)
• Being able to play the game you enjoy while helping others and facilitating the program
• Volunteering for the community
• Training in WHMIS, site safety, Township policies, workplace harassment, basic conflict resolution full liability insurance while in the role as a volunteer.

Please call 519-634-9225 to find out how you can get involved and support the program.

• 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

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.