Children & Youth Programs

After School 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 is a FREE program, but registration is required.  The next session of Girl Power will begin March 18!

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 is a FREE program, but registration is required. The next sessions of Active Kids will begin March 19 & 21!

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. Creative Kids is a FREE program, but registration is required. Come check it out! The next session of Creative Kids will begin March 20!

Youth Beginner Fitness

NEW! 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! The next session of Youth Beginner Fitness will begin March 20! Fee: $45.

Day Camps

Join us at the Canada Games Complex for a variety of recreational and sporting activities & swimming for children 5 to 12 years old!

March Break Madness

Registration Now Open!
March 11 – 15
Fees: $206.55, Additional children $171.17

PA Day Camps

April 26 & June 14
Fees: $48, additional children $40
*All fees subject to council approval.

Adventurers Camp

Adventurers Camp is a fun and inclusive day camp full of activities from crafts to karate and of course swimming. For kids ages 5 to 12 operated at the Canada Games Complex! Follow the link below for information on what’s happening in summer 2024! Registration will be open March 25!

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Adventurers Camp Page

4U Accessible Programming

This accessible programming is available for children & youth with disabilities, and is offered in a safe and supportive environment by trained staff. *These programs are registered by request. For more information on registration please email jis@thunderbay.ca

FIT 4U

FIT 4U is a program based on adaptable fitness & exercise, where participants can learn and about, and have opportunity to try out equipment, weights & more in a safe & supportive environment. Ages: 12-18

SWIM 4U

SWIM 4U is a supported swim that allows participants to enjoy the water! Ages: 6-12

SKATE 4U

SKATE 4U is an adaptable skateboarding program at Cinema 5 Skatepark where participants can learn the basics and have the opportunity to try skateboarding in a supportive environment.

Junior Inclusion Services Information

Karate (Isshin Ryu)

Every Saturday we offer Karate Tots for the 4 to 6 year olds, Beginners & Yellow Stripes for kids that are 7 and up, and Advanced classes for kids 7 and up that have their Yellow Belt. The next session will begin March 23!

Tots
Time:
9:30-10:15am
Fee: $71.87

Beginner
Time: 10:30-11:30am
Fee: 
$80.85

Advanced
Time: 11:45am-1:15pm
Fee: $112.31

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Fitness and Wellness

Health & Wellness Programming

Spring session at the Canada Games Complex starts March 25th, 2024! *No class March 29th and 31st and May 20th

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)
$9.40 – Adult
$6.40 – 60+
*HST added if applicable
*Fees subject to council approval

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!

Fitness & Wellness ProgrammingCommunity Fitness Programming

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.

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PAL Card Application

Swimming

Learn to Swim Programming

Offered Monday- Friday between 4:30-7:30PM and Saturday/ Sunday 9am-12PM

Spring 2024 Sessions

  • SUNDAY: April 7- June 16 (10weeks) *NO LESSONS: May 26
  • MONDAY: April 8- June 17 (10weeks) *NO LESSONS: May 20
  • TUESDAY: April 9- June 11 (10weeks)
  • WEDNESDAY: April 10- June 12 (10weeks)
  • THURSDAY: April 11- June 13 (10weeks)
  • FRIDAY: April 12- June 14 (9weeks) *NO LESSONS: May 24
  • SATURDAY: April 13- June 15 (9weeks) *NO LESSONS: May 25

Regular Group Lessons

10 Lessons (1 lesson/ week for 10 weeks):  $86.10
9  Lessons (1 lesson/ week for 9 weeks) $77.49

Level Length Class Size (Max)
Parent & Tot 30 Minutes 12
Preschool A-E 30 Minutes 3
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 (1 lesson/ week for 10 weeks):  $128.40
9  Lessons (1 lesson/ week for 9 weeks): $115.56

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 (1 lesson/ week for 10 weeks):$262.70
9 Lessons (1 lesson/ week for 9 weeks):$236.43
*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 (1 lesson/ week for 10 weeks):$191.80/ person
9 Lessons (1 lesson/ week for 19 weeks):$172.62 / 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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Become a Lifeguard!

Start your career as a lifeguard today! Check out our video and learn more about open lifeguard and instructor jobs.

Apply today!

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, Court Jesters & Court Time Tuesday Night Squash League will resume in the fall. 

This year’s Silver Fox Squash Cancer Charity Tournament is taking place April 19-21, 2024! 

 

 

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Clubs

Thunder Bay Diving Club

Thunder Bay Diving Club offers recreational, pre-competitive and competitive programs for ages 6 and up (adults welcome).

No experience necessary!

Must have basic swimming skills and pass the Games Complex swim test.

Visit our website and social media below for all the up to date information!

Thunder Bay Diving Club
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Thunderbolts Swim Club

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