Children & Youth Programs
Evening Programming
Girl Power
All girls between the ages of 10 and 14 can join us every Monday Night from 6 to 8pm for activities focusing on healthy choices, body imagine, physical activity and art. Swimming is an option each night so pack your swimsuit! Girl Power will begin Monday, September 30! Fee: $25
Active Kids
Active Kids will be running every Tuesday and Thursday from 6 to 8pm kids will participate in games, sports and fitness activities. Active Kids will begin Tuesday, October 1 and Thursday, October 3. Fee: $25
Creative Kids
Creative Kids is a program for kids ages 5 to 12 that runs every Wednesday night from 6 to 8 at the Canada Games Complex. This is a crafty program with each night full of art projects. Come check it out! Creative Kids will begin Wednesday, October 2! Fee: $25
Youth Intro Fitness
Youth Intro Fitness is a low impact, intro to fitness, instructional and guided class for youth ages 12-18 who want to learn how to do an exercise session using all components of fitness! It’s geared towards beginners with modifications provided! Youth Intro Fitness will begin Wednesday, October 2! Fee: $50
Day Camps
P.A. Day Camps
Every P.A. Day we offer a day camp full of recreational activities, crafts and of course swimming for children 5 to 12 years old.
Fees: $48, $40 for additional children in the family.
Dates: September 27 & November 15
Karate
We offer Karate sessions for kids every Saturday Morning. The Fall session will begin September 14.
Karate Tots
Age: 4-6 years old
Time: 9:45-10:30am
Fee: $76
Beginners & Yellow Stripes
Age: 7 and up
Time:10:30-11:30am
Fee: $85
Advanced
Ages: 7 and up *must have their Yellow Belt
Time: 11:30am-1:00pm
Fee: $118
Fitness and Wellness
Health & Wellness Programming
Fall session at the Canada Games Complex! No class Sept 4, 30, and Oct 14.
Tons of class offerings all day long! Start your day right with a 6am pump, mid-morning classes for the strongest seniors we know, high intensity 45 minute lunchtime sweats, and an evening full fitness for everyone!
Drop-in facility fees apply (Non-members only)
$10.62 – Adult
$7.08 – 60+
*HST added if applicable
FEATURED CLASS!
Zumba® – Combines low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. A total workout, combining cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, and energy boost. Or try Zumba® Toning or Zumba® Step, same fun movements with an added challenge.
Chronic Disease Management Classes
We offer a variety of Chronic Disease Management Classes including Healthy Hearts, Fitness for Breath and many more! These programs require referrals. For more information follow the link below!
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Accessible Features
- 7 resistance exercise machines with movable seat for wheelchair access
- 6 arm bikes
- 5 NuStep low impact cardio machines
- Hoyer lift and transfer belt to aid in getting in and out of mobility aid
- Water wheelchairs, ramp and lifts for easier pool access
- Elevator
- Parallel bars
- Raised mats
- Adaptable grip aids
*The Personal Attendant for Leisure (PAL) Card is an identification card, which is issued to a person who has a disability. It allows the support person to enter a recreation facility for free. A support person can be a friend, family member or a paid worker.
Swimming
Learn to Swim Programming
Monday – Friday between 4:30-7:30pm
Saturday & Sunday between 9am-12pm
Fall 2024 Sessions:
Monday September 23- December 2 (9 weeks)- No Lessons September 30 & October 14
Tuesday September 24- November 26 (10 weeks)
Wednesday September 25- November 27(10 weeks)
Thursday September 26- November 28 (9 weeks)- No Lessons October 31
Friday September 27- November 29 (10 weeks)
Saturday September 28- November 20 (10 weeks)
Regular Group Lessons
10 Lessons: $86.10
9 Lessons: $77.49
8 Lessons: $ 68.88
Courses and program information are available for viewing on Perfect Mind prior to registration going live. Login to your Perfect Mind account to be prepared for registration day.
| Level | Length | Class Size (Max) |
|---|---|---|
| Parent & Tot | 30 Minutes | 12 |
| Preschool A-E | 30 Minutes | 3/4 |
| Swimmer 1-2 | 30 Minutes | 4 |
| Swimmer 3 | 45 Minutes | 6 |
| Swimmer 4-6 | 45 Minutes | 8 |
| Patrols | 45 Minutes | 10 |
| Bronze Star | 1 Hour | 10 |
Low –Ratio Group Lessons
Class Size: Instructor: Children 1:3 or 1:4
10 Lessons: $128.40
9 Lessons: $115.56
8 Lessons: $102.72
| Level | Length | Class Size (Max) |
|---|---|---|
| Swimmer 3 | 45 Minutes | 3 |
| Swimmer 4-6 | 45 Minutes | 4 |
| Patrols | 45 Minutes | 4 |
| Adult | 30 Minutes | 3 |
Private Lesson: 30 Minutes. Lesson. 1:1
10 Lessons: $262.70
9 Lessons: $236.43
8 Lessons: $ 210.16
*Private lesson are for anyone 3+ years old for Preschool A- Swimmer 6 and Adult lessons. Patrol and Bronze classes cannot be done as a private.
Semi- Private Lesson: 30 Min Lesson. 1:2
10 Lessons: $191.80/ person
9 Lessons: $172.62 / person
8 Lessons: $ 153.44/person
*Any Private time slot on-line can be changed to a Semi private by calling the Senior Instructor 807-684-3335. Please register 1 child on-line to secure the space. The price will be adjusted to the semi-private fee.
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Squash
The Canada Games Complex is the hub for squash in Thunder Bay! For up to date squash events, tournaments, pop up activities and try-it nights follow @thunderbaysquash on Facebook & Instagram!
Junior Squash
Every Saturday morning we offer a beginner squash and an intermediate squash program for kids. The Fall session will begin September 14.
Beginner
Time: 9:40-10:30
Fee: $51
Intermediate
Time: 10:30-11:20
Fee: $51
Leagues
Court Jesters Squash League
Court Jesters is a league for all levels of players that runs every year from October to March. Players schedule their own games and try and move up in the boxes throughout the season. Fees: Members – $83, Non-Members – $123
Tuesday Night Squash League
Court Time Squash League is a once a week league night every Tuesday at the Canada Games Complex. Fees: Members- $54, Non-Members- $79
Clubs
Thunder Bay Diving Club
Interested in getting your toes wet with a bit of a twist?
Diving is an aerial sport that combines the thrill of flipping with a love of water!
Thunder Bay Diving Club is 1 of only 10 clubs in Ontario that offers recreational and competitive programming for ages 6 years and up (adults welcome). The recreational program focuses on fun while learning to dive and improving their skills in a supportive environment. The competitive program offers more advanced skills, competing regionally, provincially and beyond.
Recreation Program – no experience necessary!
Must have basic swimming skills and pass the Canada Games Complex swim test.
Classes in the Recreation Program focus on foundational skills and learning different dives in a fun, team-focused atmosphere.
Pre-Competitive / Competitive Program – by invitation only
The pre-competitive / competitive divers join this program after developing skills in the recreation program, as past divers, or from other sports like gymnastics, karate, dance, or figure skating.
These divers focus on developing the skills and dives suitable for competing at different levels and represent our club at hosted and away meets.
Interest in the pre-competitive / competitive program can be directed to: coach@tbdc.ca
Not sure diving is for you? Watch for our free Try Diving opportunities!
Visit our website and social media below for more information on class schedules and updated pricing!
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