Birkdale Community Centre

Address: 1299 ELLESMERE RD M1P 2Y2 Map It
District: Scarborough

Announcements

Situated in the beautiful Birkdale ravine, the community centre offers programs for all ages and abilities with a focus on older adults. Large windows in most of the program rooms offer scenic views of the park scenery, wildlife and the creek.

Special Features

Contact

Phone: 416-396-4069
Accessibility
Intersection: Near: Ellesmere Rd & Birkdale Rd
TTC Information: Travel to Midland Station. Walk south on Midland Ave and then east on Ellesmere to Oakley. On the eastbound side of Ellesmere, board the 95B York Mills and travel to 1299 Ellesmere Rd.
Hours:
Monday: 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Thursday: 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Related Locations

Arts

Dance - Adult

These courses, designed for participants between the ages of 25-59, offer instruction in a variety of dance forms such as ballroom, salsa and latin.

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Dance: Line Dance (19yrs and over)

Apr-04-2022 to Jun-06-2022, Mon, 7:15 - 8:15pm

Dance - Child

These courses, designed for participants between the ages of 6-12, offer instruction in a variety of dance forms such as cultural and tap.

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Dance: Jazz (6 - 12yrs)

Apr-04-2022 to Jun-13-2022, Mon, 6 - 7pm

Dance - Early Child

Variety of courses offering both dance instruction and basic dance skill development.

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Dance: Creative Movement (4 - 5yrs)

Apr-04-2022 to Jun-13-2022, Mon, 5 - 5:45pm

Piano/Keyboard - Group - Adult

Piano/Keyboard courses taught in group setting.

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Music: Keyboard (19yrs and over)

Apr-09-2022 to Jun-25-2022, Sat, 3:15 - 4pm

Piano/Keyboard - Group - Child

Piano/keyboard courses taught in group setting.

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Music: Keyboard (6 - 12yrs)

Apr-09-2022 to Jun-25-2022, Sat, 10:30 - 11:15am

Music: Keyboard (9 - 12yrs)

Apr-09-2022 to Jun-25-2022, Sat, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Music: Keyboard - Advanced (6 - 12yrs)

Apr-09-2022 to Jun-25-2022, Sat, 12:30 - 1:15pm

Music: Keyboard (6 - 8yrs)

Apr-09-2022 to Jun-25-2022, Sat, 2:15 - 3pm

Visual Arts - Child

These courses, designed for participants between the ages of 6-12, fall within visual arts area that may include drawing, painting, and pottery.

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Drawing (6 - 12yrs)

Apr-04-2022 to Jun-06-2022, Mon, 5 - 6pm

Cartooning (6 - 12yrs)

Apr-04-2022 to Jun-06-2022, Mon, 6:15 - 7:15pm

Camps

Camp Extended Child

The Extended Hours option provides supervised care before and/or after camp for children registered in City of Toronto, Parks, Forestry and Recreation camp sessions. Extended hours programs have a separate barcode for registration. Refer to the camp program charts for times, fees and locations.

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Extended Hours: AM (4 - 12yrs)

Jul-04-2022 to Jul-08-2022, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 8 - 9am

Extended Hours: PM (4 - 12yrs)

Jul-04-2022 to Jul-08-2022, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 4 - 5pm

Extended Hours: AM (4 - 12yrs)

Jul-11-2022 to Jul-15-2022, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 8 - 9am

Extended Hours: PM (4 - 12yrs)

Jul-11-2022 to Jul-15-2022, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 4 - 5pm

Extended Hours: AM (4 - 12yrs)

Jul-18-2022 to Jul-22-2022, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 8 - 9am

Extended Hours: PM (4 - 12yrs)

Jul-18-2022 to Jul-22-2022, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 4 - 5pm

Extended Hours: AM (4 - 12yrs)

Jul-25-2022 to Jul-29-2022, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 8 - 9am

Extended Hours: PM (4 - 12yrs)

Jul-25-2022 to Jul-29-2022, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 4 - 5pm

Extended Hours: AM (4 - 12yrs)

Aug-02-2022 to Aug-05-2022, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 8 - 9am

Extended Hours: PM (4 - 12yrs)

Aug-02-2022 to Aug-05-2022, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 4 - 5pm

Extended Hours: AM (4 - 12yrs)

Aug-08-2022 to Aug-12-2022, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 8 - 9am

Extended Hours: PM (4 - 12yrs)

Aug-08-2022 to Aug-12-2022, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 4 - 5pm

Extended Hours: AM (4 - 12yrs)

Aug-15-2022 to Aug-19-2022, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 8 - 9am

Extended Hours: PM (4 - 12yrs)

Aug-15-2022 to Aug-19-2022, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 4 - 5pm

Extended Hours: AM (4 - 12yrs)

Aug-22-2022 to Aug-26-2022, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 8 - 9am

Extended Hours: PM (4 - 12yrs)

Aug-22-2022 to Aug-26-2022, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 4 - 5pm

CampTO - Early Years

CampTO - Early Years is a fun and creative full-day experience for 4 and 5 year olds. Campers get to enjoy games, arts and crafts, sports and more while making new friends.

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CampTO - Early Years (4 - 5yrs)

Jul-04-2022 to Jul-08-2022, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4pm

CampTO - Early Years (4 - 5yrs)

Jul-11-2022 to Jul-15-2022, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4pm

CampTO - Early Years (4 - 5yrs)

Jul-18-2022 to Jul-22-2022, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4pm

CampTO - Early Years (4 - 5yrs)

Jul-25-2022 to Jul-29-2022, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4pm

CampTO - Early Years (4 - 5yrs)

Aug-02-2022 to Aug-05-2022, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4pm

CampTO - Early Years (4 - 5yrs)

Aug-08-2022 to Aug-12-2022, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4pm

CampTO - Early Years (4 - 5yrs)

Aug-15-2022 to Aug-19-2022, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4pm

CampTO - Early Years (4 - 5yrs)

Aug-22-2022 to Aug-26-2022, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4pm

Fitness

Cardio - Older Adult

These classes are suitable for all levels, focusing on providing a minimum of 20 minutes of cardiovascular exercises that use large muscle groups in a continuous and rhythmic manner. Most classes will also include a muscle conditioning component. Regular participation can help improve one's cardiovascular system (heart/lungs), flexibility, balance and co-ordination. Small equipment may be used.

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Cardio High/Low (60yrs and over)

Jul-05-2022 to Aug-30-2022, Tue, 9:15 - 10:15am

Stretch and Strength (60yrs and over)

Apr-05-2022 to Jun-07-2022, Tue, 9:15 - 10:15am

Cardio Dance - Adult

These classes are suitable for all levels incorporating various culture inspired music and dance movements to create a dynamic, exciting, aerobic workout. Participants will benefit by having a total body fun workout that improves rhythm, burns calories and strengthens muscles. May include a muscle conditioning component.

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Cardio Dance (13yrs and over)

Apr-16-2022 to Jul-02-2022, Sat, 9:30 - 10:30am

Cardio Dance - Older Adult

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Zumba Gold (60yrs and over)

Jul-08-2022 to Sep-02-2022, Fri, 1:15 - 2:15pm

Zumba Gold (60yrs and over)

Apr-08-2022 to Jun-10-2022, Fri, 1:15 - 2:15pm

Muscle Conditioning - Older Adult

These classes are suitable for all levels, focusing on building bone mass, muscular strength and endurance with no cardio component. Classes may be specific to certain areas of the body and may use equipment such as body bars, stability balls, BOSU, hand weights and exercise bands.

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Stretch and Strength (60yrs and over)

Jul-04-2022 to Aug-29-2022, Mon, 9:15 - 10:15am

Stretch and Strength (60yrs and over)

Jul-04-2022 to Aug-29-2022, Mon, 10:30 - 11:30am

Stretch and Strength (60yrs and over)

Jul-08-2022 to Sep-02-2022, Fri, 10:30 - 11:30am

Stretch and Strength (60yrs and over)

Apr-04-2022 to Jun-20-2022, Mon, 9:15 - 10:15am

Stretch and Strength (60yrs and over)

Apr-04-2022 to Jun-20-2022, Mon, 10:30 - 11:30am

Stretch and Strength (60yrs and over)

Apr-08-2022 to Jun-17-2022, Fri, 9:15 - 10:15am

Stretch and Strength (60yrs and over)

Apr-08-2022 to Jun-17-2022, Fri, 10:30 - 11:30am

Gentle Fit (60yrs and over)

Apr-08-2022 to Jun-17-2022, Fri, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Tai Chi - Older Adult

Emphasis is on general health and fitness through the development of slow and controlled movements in a fixed sequence. Enjoy the benefits of improved health, relief of stress and the promotion of concentrated relaxation. Various styles are offered.

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Tai Chi - Beginner (60yrs and over)

Jul-06-2022 to Aug-31-2022, Wed, 9 - 10am

Tai Chi - Beginner (60yrs and over)

Apr-06-2022 to Jun-08-2022, Wed, 9:15 - 10:15am

Walk Fit - Outdoor

Walk Fit is an outdoor, instructor led, fitness program that takes place within various City parks. Participants walk at their individual pace and stationary exercises are incorporated throughout the walk. Please dress appropriately for the weather.

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Outdoor Walk Fit (13yrs and over)

Jul-08-2022 to Sep-02-2022, Fri, 9:30 - 10:30am

Yoga - Adult

A series of postures promoting flexibility, specific breathing and relaxation techniques, while strengthening and toning muscles. Various styles are offered. Participants are required to bring their own mat.

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Yoga/Pilates Fusion (13yrs and over)

Jul-05-2022 to Aug-30-2022, Tue, 6:45 - 7:45pm

Yoga - Older Adult

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Yoga: Chair (60yrs and over)

Jul-04-2022 to Aug-29-2022, Mon, 9:45 - 10:45am

Yoga: Chair (60yrs and over)

Jul-04-2022 to Aug-29-2022, Mon, 11am - 12pm

Yoga - Beginner (60yrs and over)

Jul-05-2022 to Aug-30-2022, Tue, 10:30 - 11:30am

Yoga: Chair (60yrs and over)

Jul-05-2022 to Aug-30-2022, Tue, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Yoga: Chair (60yrs and over)

Jul-07-2022 to Sep-01-2022, Thur, 9 - 10am

Yoga - Beginner (60yrs and over)

Jul-07-2022 to Sep-01-2022, Thur, 9:15 - 10:15am

Yoga: Chair (60yrs and over)

Apr-04-2022 to Jun-20-2022, Mon, 9:45 - 10:45am

Yoga: Chair (60yrs and over)

Apr-04-2022 to Jun-20-2022, Mon, 11am - 12pm

Yoga - Beginner (60yrs and over)

Apr-05-2022 to Jun-07-2022, Tue, 10:30 - 11:30am

Yoga: Chair (60yrs and over)

Apr-05-2022 to Jun-07-2022, Tue, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Yoga - Beginner (60yrs and over)

Apr-07-2022 to Jun-16-2022, Thur, 9 - 10am

General Interest

General Interest - Child

An opportunity to interact and socialize with other participants through a variety of activities and interests.

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Science: Scientific Discovery (6 - 12yrs)

Apr-09-2022 to Jun-11-2022, Sat, 10 - 11am

Nature (6 - 12yrs)

Apr-09-2022 to Jun-11-2022, Sat, 11:30am - 12:45pm

Sports

Martial Arts - Child

Variety of martial arts courses from beginner to advanced levels including Tae Kwon Do and Karate.

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Karate - Beginner (6 - 12yrs)

Apr-22-2022 to Jun-17-2022, Fri, 7 - 8pm

Martial Arts - Early Child

Variety of early child martial arts from beginner to advanced levels including Tae Kwon Do and Karate.

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Karate - Beginner (4 - 5yrs)

Apr-22-2022 to Jun-17-2022, Fri, 6 - 6:45pm

Arts

Previous Week

Next Week

Program	Tue May 24	Wed May 25	Thu May 26
Woodworking (60yrs and over)	1 - 3pm
Dance: Line Dance (60yrs and over)	1 - 3pm
Bazaar Crafts (60yrs and over)		10am - 12pm
Stained Glass (60yrs and over)			1 - 3:30pm
Dance: Hawaiian (60yrs and over)		11am - 12pm

General Interest

Previous Week

Next Week

Program	Tue May 24	Wed May 25	Thu May 26	Fri May 27
Games: Snooker (60yrs and over)	9:30am - 3:30pm	9:30am - 3:30pm	9:30am - 3:30pm	9:30am - 3:30pm
Games: Shuffleboard (60yrs and over)	10:45am - 12:15pm
Games: Dominoes (60yrs and over)	1 - 3pm
Cards: Bid Euchre (60yrs and over)		12:30 - 3:30pm
Games: Bingo (60yrs and over)		1 - 3pm
Cards: Euchre (60yrs and over)			12:30 - 3:30pm
Games: Scrabble (60yrs and over)			10am - 12pm

Sports

Previous Week

Next Week

Program	Sun May 22	Mon May 23	Tue May 24	Wed May 25	Thu May 26	Fri May 27	Sat May 28
Table Tennis (60yrs and over)				9:30 - 10:30am		9:30am - 1pm

Facility Type	Quantity	Facility Rating *
Craft Room	1	B
Gallery	1	B
Kitchen	1 1	B
Lounge	1	C
Multipurpose Room	1 1	B C

* 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.

Please contact the facility at 416-396-4069, prior to your visit to determine if the facility can meet your needs.

Accessibility Features

Birkdale Community Centre

Special Features

Contact

Related Locations

Arts

Dance - Adult

Dance - Child

Dance - Early Child

Piano/Keyboard - Group - Adult

Piano/Keyboard - Group - Child

Visual Arts - Child

Camps

Camp Extended Child

CampTO - Early Years

Fitness

Cardio - Older Adult

Cardio Dance - Adult

Cardio Dance - Older Adult

Muscle Conditioning - Older Adult

Tai Chi - Older Adult

Walk Fit - Outdoor

Yoga - Adult

Yoga - Older Adult

General Interest

General Interest - Child

Sports

Martial Arts - Child

Martial Arts - Early Child

Arts

General Interest

Sports

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