Jimmie Simpson Park
This 2.6 hectare park just east of Broadview Avenue on Queen Street East features a ball diamond, multipurpose sports field, lit hockey rink, two lit tennis courts, basketball courts, a wading pool and a children's playground. Adjacent to the park is this Jimmie Simpson Recreation Centre.
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Skating
Learn to Skate programs, beginner to advanced, focus on orientation to ice and skating techniques. Course prerequisites are indicated. All Adult participants must wear a CSA approved hockey helmet.
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Learn to Skate - Beginner (19yrs and over)
Jan-08-2020 to Feb-26-2020, Wed, 7:30 - 8:15pm
Development of balance and posture. Introduction to forward skating, gliding, stopping and backward skating.
Prerequisite: Level 1 is for participants who are new to skating or are unable to skate the width of the ice surface with a glide. Participants should be able to stand and walk on skates with straight ankles off the ice.
Participants must wear a CSA approved hockey helmet.
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Learn to Skate - Level 1 (6 - 12yrs)
Jan-08-2020 to Feb-26-2020, Wed, 6 - 6:45pm
Learn to Skate - Level 1 (6 - 12yrs)
Jan-08-2020 to Feb-26-2020, Wed, 6:45 - 7:30pm
Development of forward gliding, stopping, backward skating. Introduction to one foot glides and backward gliding.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Level 1 or participant can skate (with a glide) the length of the ice without falling.
Participants must wear a CSA approved hockey helmet.
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Learn to Skate - Level 2 (6 - 12yrs)
Jan-08-2020 to Feb-26-2020, Wed, 6:45 - 7:30pm
Children will receive an orientation to the ice surface and will learn the basics of skating through games and songs. Participants should be able to stand and walk on skates with straight ankles off the ice. It is mandatory that all preschool participants wear a CSA approved hockey helmet with a full face mask.
For Caregiver and Tot programs, the caregiver accompanying the child on the ice must also wear a CSA approved hockey helmet.
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Learn to Skate - Beginner (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-08-2020 to Feb-26-2020, Wed, 4:30 - 5pm
Learn to Skate - Beginner (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-08-2020 to Feb-26-2020, Wed, 5 - 5:30pm
Learn to Skate with Caregiver (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-08-2020 to Feb-26-2020, Wed, 5:30 - 6pm
Learn to Skate programs, beginner to advanced, focus on orientation to ice and skating techniques. Course prerequisites are indicated. All Youth participants must wear a CSA approved hockey helmet.
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Learn to Skate - Beginner (13 - 18yrs)
Jan-08-2020 to Feb-26-2020, Wed, 7:30 - 8:15pm
Skating
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| Facility Type | Quantity | Facility Rating * |
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| Ball Diamond | 1 | C |
| Ball Hockey Pad | 1 | |
| Drinking Fountain | 1 | |
| Outdoor Basketball Court | 1 | |
| Outdoor Dry Pad | 1 | A |
| Outdoor Tennis Court | 2 | |
| Parking Lot | 1 | |
| Picnic Site | 1 | |
| Playground | 1 | |
| Sport Field | 1 | C |
| Wading Pool | 1 |
* Facilities can be available to permit. Permit rates are dependent on facility rating of Premium, A, B or C and your group category. Use the Facility Classifications and Rating Criteria to learn more about amenities that might be available at each facility.
| Facility Type | Quantity | Facility Rating * |
|---|---|---|
| Outdoor Rink | 1 |
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prior to your visit to determine if the facility can meet your needs.
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