The Town of Gravenhurst offers a wide range of recreational, arts and cultural programs for youth, adults and seniors. From volleyball to ball hockey, pickle ball & ballroom dancing to fitness classes & meditation and more, there are plenty of activities to choose from that will keep your heart pumping and introduce you to a new activity and/or new people.
Programs and activities are designed for people of all ages and take place throughout many of Gravenhurst's facilities and organizations including:
- Centennial Centre/ Graeme Murray Arena
- YMCA
- Gravenhurst Public Library
- Gravenhurst Opera House
- Gravenhurst Senior's Centre
- Ryde Community Co-Op
- District of Muskoka Seniors Programs
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Click here to explore our current offerings!
Looking to sign up for a program? Follow the instructions below:
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| What's New? |
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Archery Tag! Hey! You don't have to pull any strings to try out the new Archery Tag program coming to the Centennial Centre! Mask, Bows and Arrows included. Think Dodgeball meets bow and (foam-tipped) arrow fun!
First two weeks is $8.85 per person (after April 20th, sessions are $13.27 per person). 1 hour and a half, max 12 per session! Spaces are limited!
The fun is right on target and the only drawback... is your bow! A perfect date night, evening with friend or means to make new ones! Click here to register!
Please note:
-Sessions need at least 4 participants to run. If this is number is not met by Noon on the day of the program, our coordinator will contact you about rescheduling.
-You must be at least 10 years old to participate in Archery Tag.
-In addition, unruly behaviour or ignoring the staff during the program will result in removal from the activity without refund.
If you have questions about the program, please email Recreation@Gravenhurst.ca or phone (705) 687-3412 Ext. 2122.
Lawn Sports! - Cornhole!
Wondering what 'airmail' is? What about a 'jumper'? Looks like you need to come out and play the fan-favourite of lawnsports, Cornhole!
Up your game before BBQ season and make sure you don't get 'skunked' or lost in the 'cornfusion'. We swear these are all real terms and we can define then while you're sending 'sliders' and 'swishes' home! Sign up for casual fun Thursday nights this spring. We're playing on the arena floor and are looking for some real champions to come out to play. First week pricing of $6.65 per player and then $8.85 starting April 28th. |
| Swimming Lessons 2022 (Gull Lake Rotary Park and Bass Lake) |
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There's something special about learning to swim in a lake.
Registration for Gull Lake Rotary Park Swimming lessons begin April 25th:
Please note that swimming lessons will be offered across 4 sessions but not all levels will be offered during each session Session 1 - July 4-15 Session 2 - July 18 - 29 Session 3 - Aug 1 - 12 Session 4 - Aug 15 - 26
Registration for Bass Lake Swimming lessons begin April 27th:
Please note that swimming lessons at Bass Lake occur Monday evenings.
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| Soccer 2022 |
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Timbits Soccer (Ages 4-6 and 7-9) Registration has now closed for this program Soccer is back for another successful season! We would like to thank Tim Hortons for sponsoring this program again in 2022. This program is a non-competitive league focusing on skill development and having fun. Each of the 8 sessions consists of skills, drills and a game. Please note that the May 24th date is for jersey, shorts and socks pickup as well as a meeting opportunity with the coaches. http://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/gravenhurst/Activity_Search/2152 This program relies on the wonderful community of coaches that step forward for our young soccer stars. If you are interested in coaching a team this 2022 season, please reach out to recreation@gravenhurst.ca or when registering for the program. Participants must be the age listed by the first date of the program (May 24th, 2022). Team requests can not be accommodated. Siblings will be placed on same team only if they are in the same age group and unless otherwise requested. We will make every effort reasonable to reschedule sessions, though this means they may be booked on a different night of the week. |
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Looking for something fun to do this March Break?Public Skating Two Movies in the Terry Fox Auditorium
Grab-and-Go Craft Available Monday and Wednesday Swimming and Open Gym are available at the Y!Leisure Swim
Open Gym
Y Day Pass prices are:
All located at the Centennial Centre, 101 Centennial Dr., Gravenhurst Participants under 12 require parent supervision to attend Public Skates and Movies. For specific questions regarding Y programming, please inquire directly with the Gravenhurst YMCA (705) 687-9899 Stay up to date by following us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or at www.Gravenhurst.ca |
| Athletic Associations |
Gravenhurst is home to many sports, recreation and athletic associations. For more information, please contact them directly!
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| Community Gardens |
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The Gravenhurst Community Garden was created in the spring of 2013 in partnership with Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit, YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka, Chartwell Gravenhurst Retirement Residence, Gravenhurst Communities in Bloom Committee and YWCA Muskoka. The Community Garden is a public place to grow your own vegetables if you do not have enough space at home, or as a place to start small and learn about gardening, while meeting other gardeners in your community. Located on the east side of the Gravenhurst Centennial Centre, the community garden consists of 30 raised box plots, available at three height levels. A volunteer Gardener Liaison is available to gardeners to provide guidance and advice on how to help their gardens flourish. Information, pictures, garden news, tips and advice is shared on a Facebook page and through email.
Registration
For more information, please refer to this document. *Please note, this year we have removed the deposit. Volunteer / Sponsor / Donate Questions? |
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Partnership Programs |
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Please check back soon for future partnership programs or explore current offerings through the registration portal above.
Questions? For more information, please email us at recreation@gravenhurst.ca
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Gravenhurst Children's Festival |
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If you are interested in becoming a partner or volunteer for future events, please contact recreation services at recreation@gravenurst.ca or 705-687-6774 ext 2122.
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Program Changes and Cancellations |
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Our priorities are safety and communication. Sometimes unexpected events necessitate that a program or service must be moved, postponed or cancelled outright. In those circumstances we will post the relevant information as soon as it is available. Every effort will be made to make up the affected missed classes if possible. During bad weather days, decisions whether programs will be running or not will be made by 3:00 p.m. and the information posted. The Town will make every attempt to list all current emergency or unexpected cancellations or closures for Town of Gravenhurst programs and events. However, we cannot guarantee that a cancelled program will be listed here. All Town of Gravenhurst programming may be subject to change. Please use your own best judgment to assess local road conditions before venturing out. |
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Public Skating (Updated as of November 28th, 2021) |
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Adult Leisure Skate - Fee is $2 at the door Monday to Friday - 9am to 9:50am Please be aware that the doors will be opened at 8:45am at the South Entrance of Arena and will only be open until 9:00am.
Open Leisure Skate - Fee is $2 at the door
Tuesdays and Thursdays - 10am to 10:50am Please be aware that the doors will be opened at 9:45am at the South Entrance of Arena and will only be open until 10:00am.
Weekend Public Skates Please check back for information on Weekend Public skates.
PA Day Skates Please keep an eye out for information regarding PA Day skates. |
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Rec Guide |
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Please note that the 2022 Spring/Summer Rec Guide will not be available. Please check here for all available programs/workshops.
If you have not received the latest Rec Guide through your mail, be sure to pick up a hard copy at the following locations or View Online
Our Rec Guide has a wealth of information about Town programs, services and municipal information - get yours today! |
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Swimming Lessons |
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Please check back in April 25th for 2022 Swimming Lessons.
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Tennis and Baseball |
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Gravenhurst has two tennis courts for you to choose from. Gravenhurst has some of the finest baseball diamonds in Muskoka. |
| Youth Skate Park |
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The Gravenhurst Skate Park is 6,600 square feet of ledges, rails, and banks for all skill levels of skateboarding, in-line skating and Hours of Operation Address Rules
If you have an emergency, always call 9-1-1. The emergency contact address for this park is 101 Centennial Dr., Gravenhurst, ON |
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