Recreation Programs

The Town of Gravenhurst is home to a wide range of recreational, arts and cultural programs for youth, adults and seniors. Some opportunities are offered directly by the Town and others by wonderful organizations in our area. Check out the Town of Gravenhurst programs below or visit our community page to find out about other great, local activities. For even more experiences head over to our tourism site Visit Gravenhurst. 

Announcements

Spring Programs

Save the Date! Spring Programs will be released 
March 11th. Registration opens March 23 at 8am. 

FREE Lifeguard Training

FREE TRAINING. Only 15 spaces available. Brought to you by the Town of Gravenhurst and the Gravenhurst YMCA.   

  • Bronze Medallion – March 16 & 17 (min age 13)
  • Bronze Cross – March 18-20 (min age 13)
  • National Lifeguard Pool Course (NLS) April 17-19 AND April 24-26  (min age 15)

All training takes place at the Centennial Centre YMCA Pool in Gravenhurst   
Preference will be given to participants who are 15+ years of age 

For more information or to reserve your spot contact shawna.patterson@gravenhurst.ca or 705-687-3412 x 2129 

March Break 2026

March 16 to 20

Check out the full Calendar! 

March Break 2026 Schedule

Child/Youth Programs

Sizzle & Stir - Cooking

Welcome to Sizzle & Stir - Cooking, where kids and teens learn to chop, stir, sauté, and serve up delicious dishes in a fun, supportive environment! Our age-specific culinary programs focus on developing kitchen confidence, essential cooking skills, and a love for real food. With a blend of nutrition, culture, creativity, and teamwork, Sizzle & Stir offers something for every budding chef—from tiny tasters to teen gourmets.

Sundays February 22 to March 22
Ages 4-6, 9am - 9:45am, $50
Ages 7-9, 10am - 11am, $60
Ages 10-14, 11:30am - 12:30pm, $60

 

Creative Lab

Creative Lab is a hands-on, imagination-driven program where participants explore art, design, and creative thinking. Each session offers new materials and techniques to try—painting, crafting, building, and more. With guided projects and open-ended creative time, there’s no “right” way to make art—just space to experiment and express yourself. Perfect for all skill levels, Creative Lab inspires confidence, curiosity, and a love of creating.

Mondays March 2 to March 30
Ages 6-10, 5pm - 6pm
$65

Child/Youth Workshops

Learn to Sew

Kids learn basic sewing with safe plastic needles while making five simple stuffed animal projects. This hands-on, beginner-friendly class teaches simple stitches, pattern following, and basic assembly. Each child goes home with their own adorable handmade animals. All materials included.

Wednesday March 25
Ages 5+, 4:30pm - 6pm
$35

Cookie Decorating Workshop: Under the Sea

Dive into a fun, creative cookie-decorating workshop with Brianna from Muskoka Cookies! Decorate six ocean-themed cookies using vibrant icing, sprinkles, and simple step-by-step techniques perfect for beginners. All supplies are provided—6 cookies, 4 icing colours, sprinkles, and all the tools you need to create your own delicious under-the-sea masterpieces.

Saturday April 25
Ages 8-14, 1pm - 3pm
$50

Adult Workshops

Cookie Decorating Workshops

Unleash your creativity with Briana from Muskoka Cookies! Perfect for beginners or anyone curious about cookie decorating, these workshops provide everything you need—6 cookies, 4 icing colours, sprinkles, and all the tools to create stunning designs.

Hoppin Into Easter
Wednesday April 1
6pm - 8pm

$50+hst

Cacao Boys Truffle Making Workshop

Join Cacao Boys for a fun, hands-on chocolate truffle workshop! Learn how chocolate is made, what defines high quality, and the basics of crafting smooth ganache and perfectly tempered shells. You’ll make, decorate, and package your own dozen truffles to take home—perfect for beginners and chocolate lovers alike.

Wednesday March 4 & 18 - FULL
Tuesday March 10 & 17 - FULL
6:30pm - 8:30pm

$45+hst

Wooden Bunny Workshop

Hop into spring with this fun 2-hour workshop! Paint your own charming wooden Easter bunny—perfect for brightening your seasonal décor. Lisa from Route North Signs and Graphics will guide you step-by-step, and all materials are provided. Come relax, get creative, and take home a one-of-a-kind bunny that reflects your style.

Wednesday March 11
6pm - 8pm

$53.10+hst

Intro to Pasta Making

Join Red Seal–certified chef Jessica Anderson for a hands-on series exploring poultry and meat cookery—from basic butchery and knife skills to key cooking methods and flavour development. These interactive classes offer a fun, confidence-building experience for all skill levels and a great way to enjoy time with a loved one.

Friday March 13
6pm - 8pm

$50+hst

Mosaic Tile Art Workshop

Explore the beauty of mosaics in this beginner-friendly workshop. Learn the basics of pattern design, adhesive, and grout while creating two unique leaf-themed pieces. It’s a relaxing, creative way to try a new art form and leave with meaningful handmade décor. All materials provided—just bring your imagination!

Monday March 30
7pm - 9pm

$40+hst

Ladybug in the Garden Paint Night

Welcome spring with this cheerful garden-themed paint class! Create a bright, whimsical piece featuring a ladybug on a flower—perfect for adding a pop of color to your home décor. This 2-hour guided session is great for beginners and experienced painters alike, with step-by-step instruction and all supplies included. Come relax, get creative, and take home your own charming spring masterpiece!

Wednesday April 29
6pm - 8pm

$48.67+hst

Adult Programs

Co-Ed Adult Dodgeball

Get ready to dodge, dip, duck, or dive your way through the most fun you’ve had all week! Our Indoor Adult Dodgeball program brings fast-paced action, friendly competition, and lots of laughs to the court. Whether you’re a seasoned player with a wicked side-arm or someone who just wants an excuse to move, throw, and maybe dramatically dodge a ball or two, this league is designed for all skill levels.

Thursdays January 15 to April 30
Ages 19+, 7pm - 9pm
$65 

 

Indoor Walking

Ready, Set, Walk! Want to get your walk in for the day but aren't a fan of the winter weather? You're in luck! The Gravenhurst Centennial Centre is offering an indoor walking track around the ice pad over the winter months. FREE! No registration required.

Due to limited space surrounding the ice pad, strollers are not permitted.

Exclusion dates: January 9, February 16.

Events Calendar

Public Skating

Public Skating programs run from September 2, 2025 to April 2, 2026 Visit our Public Skating page to learn more. 

 

Register for all programs

Registration for a recreation program at the Town of Gravenhurst is easy!

Please register with one of the following methods:

ONLINE
Online registration is convenient and user friendly. We use a registration system called ActiveNet and it only takes a few moments to set yourself up. Once your account is created and activated, you will be able to register for programs and view receipts from previous programs.  Please note that as a parent/guardian of a household, you will need to create an account for yourself first, then you will be able to create one for your child. 
Create your account
Log on to your account

If you need assistance with any of this process, please use the information at the top of the page to contact us. 

IN PERSON
Drop off completed registration form (PDF) at the Centennial Centre – Recreation Department Office. In person registrations are available during office hours. 

The total fee is due at the time of registration. Payments may be made by cash, debit, Visa, MasterCard or cheque (payable to the Town of Gravenhurst). 

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 hours in advance of the program start time 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.

Contact Us

Town of Gravenhurst Recreation
T. 705-687-3412
Recreation@Gravenhurst.ca