Bob Abate Community Recreation Centre
Nestled on the south side of Bloor Street at the foot of Christie Street a stone throw from historic Christie Pitts Park, Bob Abate Community Recreation Centre is conveniently attached to the Bickford Learning Centre. A host of recreation programs and services are offered here for families and preschoolers.
Special Features
Contact
- Phone: 416-392-0744
- Accessibility
- Intersection: Near: Montrose Ave & Bloor St W
- TTC Information: Travel to Christie Station. Walk west to Montrose and then south to number 485.
Announcements
Arts
Courses offering instruction on a variety of arts and crafts techniques and projects.
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Pottery: Sculpture with Caregiver (1yr 6mths - 3yrs)
Jan-07-2020 to Mar-03-2020, Tue, 4 - 4:30pm
Pottery: Sculpture with Caregiver (1yr 6mths - 5yrs)
Jan-08-2020 to Mar-04-2020, Wed, 11 - 11:30am
Pottery: Sculpture (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-08-2020 to Mar-04-2020, Wed, 11:45am - 12:15pm
Young Artist with Caregiver (1yr 6mths - 3yrs)
Jan-09-2020 to Mar-05-2020, Thur, 3:45 - 4:15pm
Young Artist (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-09-2020 to Mar-05-2020, Thur, 4:30 - 5pm
Young Artist with Caregiver (1yr 6mths - 3yrs)
Jan-10-2020 to Mar-06-2020, Fri, 9:30 - 10:15am
Painting with Caregiver (1yr 6mths - 5yrs)
Jan-11-2020 to Mar-07-2020, Sat, 9:15 - 9:45am
Crafty Creations with Caregiver (1yr 6mths - 5yrs)
Jan-11-2020 to Mar-07-2020, Sat, 11 - 11:30am
Pottery: Sculpture (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-07-2020 to Mar-03-2020, Tue, 4:45 - 5:15pm
Painting (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-11-2020 to Mar-07-2020, Sat, 10 - 10:30am
Introductory and intermediate level courses that teach the basics of correct body alignment and proper ballet technique.
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Dance: Ballet (6 - 12yrs)
Jan-11-2020 to Mar-07-2020, Sat, 10:30 - 11:15am
These courses, designed for participants between the ages of 6-12, offering instruction in a variety of crafts such as card making, ceramics and sewing.
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Jewellery Making (6 - 12yrs)
Jan-10-2020 to Mar-06-2020, Fri, 4 - 4:45pm
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: Acro (6 - 12yrs)
Jan-11-2020 to Mar-07-2020, Sat, 2 - 2:45pm
Variety of courses offering both dance instruction and basic dance skill development.
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Dance: Ballet (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-06-2020 to Mar-09-2020, Mon, 4 - 4:30pm
Dance: Bollywood (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-06-2020 to Mar-02-2020, Mon, 4:30 - 5pm
Dance: Ballet (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-07-2020 to Mar-03-2020, Tue, 10 - 10:30am
Dance: Hip Hop (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-07-2020 to Mar-03-2020, Tue, 10:30 - 11am
Dance: Creative Movement (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-09-2020 to Mar-05-2020, Thur, 11:15 - 11:45am
Dance: Ballet (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-09-2020 to Mar-05-2020, Thur, 11:45am - 12:15pm
Dance: Hip Hop (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-09-2020 to Mar-05-2020, Thur, 12:15 - 12:45pm
Dance: Ballet (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-09-2020 to Mar-05-2020, Thur, 4 - 4:30pm
Dance: Hip Hop (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-09-2020 to Mar-05-2020, Thur, 4:30 - 5pm
Dance: Jazz (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-11-2020 to Mar-07-2020, Sat, 11:45am - 12:15pm
Dance: Acro (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-11-2020 to Mar-07-2020, Sat, 1:30 - 2pm
Dance: Hip Hop (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-06-2020 to Mar-02-2020, Mon, 5 - 5:30pm
Dance: Ballet with Caregiver (1yr 6mths - 5yrs)
Jan-07-2020 to Mar-03-2020, Tue, 9:30 - 10am
Dance: Hip Hop with Caregiver (1yr 6mths - 5yrs)
Jan-07-2020 to Mar-03-2020, Tue, 11am - 11:30pm
Dance: Ballet (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-11-2020 to Mar-07-2020, Sat, 9:30 - 10am
Dance: Hip Hop (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-11-2020 to Mar-07-2020, Sat, 10 - 10:30am
Dance: Ballet (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-11-2020 to Mar-07-2020, Sat, 11:15 - 11:45am
Dance: Hip Hop (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-11-2020 to Mar-07-2020, Sat, 3 - 3:30pm
Variety of courses offering both dance instruction and social dancing
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Dance: Social (60yrs and over)
Jan-09-2020 to Mar-05-2020, Thur, 12:45 - 1:45pm
Private guitar lessons are instructed to meet the individual needs of the participant.
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Music: Guitar - Private (8yrs and over)
Jan-10-2020 to Mar-06-2020, Fri, 4 - 4:30pm
Music: Guitar - Private (8yrs and over)
Jan-10-2020 to Mar-06-2020, Fri, 5 - 5:30pm
Music: Guitar - Private (8yrs and over)
Jan-10-2020 to Mar-06-2020, Fri, 6:30 - 7pm
Music: Guitar - Private (8yrs and over)
Jan-10-2020 to Mar-06-2020, Fri, 4:30 - 5pm
Music: Guitar - Private (8yrs and over)
Jan-10-2020 to Mar-06-2020, Fri, 5:30 - 6pm
Music: Guitar - Private (8yrs and over)
Jan-10-2020 to Mar-06-2020, Fri, 6 - 6:30pm
Street and dance club influenced style of jazz dance. Known for its fast and energetic pace, this creative form of dance is often seen in music videos.
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Dance: Hip Hop (6 - 12yrs)
Jan-06-2020 to Mar-02-2020, Mon, 5:30 - 6:15pm
Dance: Hip Hop (6 - 12yrs)
Jan-09-2020 to Mar-05-2020, Thur, 5 - 5:45pm
Dance: Hip Hop (6 - 12yrs)
Jan-11-2020 to Mar-07-2020, Sat, 3:30 - 4:15pm
Introductory and intermediate level courses that teach the basics of correct body alignment and proper jazz technique.
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Dance: Jazz (6 - 12yrs)
Jan-11-2020 to Mar-07-2020, Sat, 12:45 - 1:30pm
Variety of instructional and recreational courses in music.
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Music: Singing (6 - 9yrs)
Jan-06-2020 to Mar-09-2020, Mon, 4 - 4:45pm
Variety of instructional and recreational courses in music.
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Making Music with Caregiver (1yr 6mths - 3yrs)
Jan-08-2020 to Mar-04-2020, Wed, 9:30 - 10am
Making Music (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-08-2020 to Mar-04-2020, Wed, 10 - 10:30am
Making Music with Caregiver (1 - 5yrs)
Jan-08-2020 to Mar-04-2020, Wed, 10:30 - 11am
Private music lessons are instructed to meet the individual needs of the participant.
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Music: Singing - Private (6yrs and over)
Jan-06-2020 to Feb-24-2020, Mon, 4:45 - 5:15pm
Music: Singing - Private (6yrs and over)
Jan-06-2020 to Feb-24-2020, Mon, 5:15 - 5:45pm
Music: Singing - Private (6yrs and over)
Jan-06-2020 to Feb-24-2020, Mon, 5:45 - 6:15pm
Music: Singing - Private (6yrs and over)
Jan-06-2020 to Feb-24-2020, Mon, 6:15 - 6:45pm
Music: Singing - Private (6yrs and over)
Jan-06-2020 to Feb-24-2020, Mon, 6:45 - 7:15pm
Private piano/keyboard lessons are instructed to suit participant's skill and ability level.
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Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)
Jan-09-2020 to Mar-05-2020, Thur, 6:30 - 7pm
Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)
Jan-11-2020 to Mar-07-2020, Sat, 3:30 - 4pm
Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)
Jan-07-2020 to Mar-03-2020, Tue, 4 - 4:30pm
Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)
Jan-07-2020 to Mar-03-2020, Tue, 4:30 - 5pm
Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)
Jan-07-2020 to Mar-03-2020, Tue, 5 - 5:30pm
Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)
Jan-07-2020 to Mar-03-2020, Tue, 5:30 - 6pm
Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)
Jan-07-2020 to Mar-03-2020, Tue, 6 - 6:30pm
Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)
Jan-07-2020 to Mar-03-2020, Tue, 6:30 - 7pm
Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)
Jan-07-2020 to Mar-03-2020, Tue, 7 - 7:30pm
Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)
Jan-09-2020 to Mar-05-2020, Thur, 4 - 4:30pm
Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)
Jan-09-2020 to Mar-05-2020, Thur, 4:30 - 5pm
Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)
Jan-09-2020 to Mar-05-2020, Thur, 5 - 5:30pm
Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)
Jan-09-2020 to Mar-05-2020, Thur, 5:30 - 6pm
Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)
Jan-09-2020 to Mar-05-2020, Thur, 6 - 6:30pm
Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)
Jan-09-2020 to Mar-05-2020, Thur, 7 - 7:30pm
Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)
Jan-11-2020 to Mar-07-2020, Sat, 1:30 - 2pm
Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)
Jan-11-2020 to Mar-07-2020, Sat, 2 - 2:30pm
Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)
Jan-11-2020 to Mar-07-2020, Sat, 2:30 - 3pm
Music: Piano - Private (6yrs and over)
Jan-11-2020 to Mar-07-2020, Sat, 3 - 3:30pm
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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Pottery: Sculpture (6 - 10yrs)
Jan-07-2020 to Mar-03-2020, Tue, 5:30 - 6:30pm
Urban Arts (6 - 12yrs)
Jan-08-2020 to Mar-04-2020, Wed, 4 - 5pm
Drawing (6 - 12yrs)
Jan-08-2020 to Mar-04-2020, Wed, 5:15 - 6:15pm
Camps
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 (6 - 12yrs)
Mar-16-2020 to Mar-20-2020, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 8 - 9am
Extended Hours: PM (6 - 12yrs)
Mar-16-2020 to Mar-20-2020, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 4 - 5pm
The Extended Hours option provides supervised care before and/or after camp for preschool-aged 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 - 5yrs)
Mar-16-2020 to Mar-20-2020, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 8 - 9am
Extended Hours: PM (4 - 5yrs)
Mar-16-2020 to Mar-20-2020, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 4 - 5pm
The "ultimate camp experience" for campers ages 6-12 who want to develop or fine-tune their skills in specialized areas of interest. Skilled and experienced instructors provide specialized instructional programs. All of these programs are complemented with a full line-up of traditional camp activities.
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Specialty Camp: Gymnastics (6 - 12yrs)
Mar-16-2020 to Mar-20-2020, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4pm
Specialty Camp: Science (6 - 12yrs)
Mar-16-2020 to Mar-20-2020, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4pm
The "ultimate camp experience" for campers up to 5 years of age who want to develop or fine-tune their skills in specialized areas of interest. Skilled and experienced instructors provide specialized instructional programs. All of these programs are complemented with a full line-up of traditional camp activities.
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Specialty Camp: Cooking (4 - 5yrs)
Mar-16-2020 to Mar-20-2020, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4pm
Fitness
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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Osteo Fit (60yrs and over)
Jan-06-2020 to Mar-02-2020, Mon, 1:30 - 2:30pm
Gentle Fit (60yrs and over)
Jan-08-2020 to Mar-04-2020, Wed, 1:30 - 2:30pm
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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Zumba Gold (60yrs and over)
Jan-06-2020 to Mar-09-2020, Mon, 2:45 - 3:45pm
Classes designed for the specific needs after pregnancy. New moms / caregivers can participate with their babies in a welcoming and comfortable environment.
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Yoga: Caregiver and Baby (16yrs and over)
Jan-08-2020 to Mar-04-2020, Wed, 12 - 1pm
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: Hatha (16yrs and over)
Jan-07-2020 to Mar-03-2020, Tue, 12:45 - 1:45pm
Yoga: Hatha (16yrs and over)
Jan-07-2020 to Mar-03-2020, Tue, 7 - 8pm
General Interest
Cooking programs teach participants the basics of how to measure and combine ingredients while making delicious and nutritious recipes that consider Canada's Food Guide. There is a variety of interest-specific cooking courses available that focus on a particular technique such as baking or recipes from a specific culture. The City of Toronto and its staff cannot guarantee that the foods or supplies within its cooking programs is free of allergens. Notify staff at your cooking program location of any food allergens or dietary restrictions.
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Cooking (6 - 9yrs)
Jan-08-2020 to Mar-04-2020, Wed, 5 - 6pm
Cooking programs teach participants the basics of how to measure and combine ingredients while making delicious and nutritious recipes that consider Canada's Food Guide. There is a variety of interest-specific cooking courses available that focus on a particular technique such as baking or recipes from a specific culture. The City of Toronto and its staff cannot guarantee that the foods or supplies within its cooking programs is free of allergens. Notify staff at your cooking program location of any food allergens or dietary restrictions.
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Cooking: Creative Chefs (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-06-2020 to Mar-09-2020, Mon, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Cooking: Creative Chefs (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-10-2020 to Mar-06-2020, Fri, 10:45 - 11:45am
An opportunity to interact and socialize with other participants through a variety of activities and interests.
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Science: Scientific Discovery (6 - 10yrs)
Jan-06-2020 to Feb-24-2020, Mon, 5:45 - 6:30pm
Club: Eco Explorer (6 - 8yrs)
Jan-09-2020 to Mar-05-2020, Thur, 6 - 6:45pm
Club (Girls) (7 - 13yrs)
Jan-10-2020 to Mar-06-2020, Fri, 4:45 - 6:45pm
An opportunity to interact and socialize with other participants through a variety of activities and interests.
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Science: Building Discovery (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-06-2020 to Mar-09-2020, Mon, 4 - 4:30pm
Science: Scientific Adventures (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-06-2020 to Mar-09-2020, Mon, 4:45 - 5:15pm
Nature (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-07-2020 to Mar-05-2020, Tue, Thur, 9:30 - 10:30am
Science: Building Discovery with Caregiver (1yr 6mths - 5yrs)
Jan-08-2020 to Mar-04-2020, Wed, 10 - 10:30am
Science: Scientific Adventures with Caregiver (1yr 6mths - 5yrs)
Jan-09-2020 to Mar-05-2020, Thur, 11 - 11:30am
Club: Eco Explorer (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-09-2020 to Mar-05-2020, Thur, 5:15 - 5:45pm
A recreation program that develops children's physical literacy, fine and gross motor skills through instruction, active and creative play. The program helps children build a foundation for sports and/or arts.
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Recreation Discovery (3 - 3yrs)
Jan-06-2020 to Mar-04-2020, Mon, Wed, 9:30 - 11:30am
Recreation Discovery with Caregiver (1yr 6mths - 5yrs)
Jan-06-2020 to Feb-24-2020, Mon, 9:30 - 11:30am
Recreation Discovery (4 - 5yrs)
Jan-07-2020 to Mar-05-2020, Tue, Thur, 9:30 - 11:30am
Recreation Adventures (4 - 5yrs)
Jan-10-2020 to Mar-06-2020, Fri, 9:30 - 11:30am
Recreation Discovery with Caregiver (1yr 6mths - 5yrs)
Jan-10-2020 to Mar-06-2020, Fri, 9:30 - 11:30am
Sports
Participants will be instructed on the fundamentals of Baseball/Softball/T-ball along with recreational play. Participants will also have opportunity to develop a sense of sportsmanship and team spirit.
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SKILLS! Baseball (7 - 9yrs)
Jan-11-2020 to Mar-07-2020, Sat, 9 - 9:45am
SKILLS! T-Ball (6 - 7yrs)
Jan-11-2020 to Mar-07-2020, Sat, 11:15am - 12pm
Develop basic skills and fundamentals of the game of basketball through recreational play.
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SKILLS! Basketball (6 - 7yrs)
Jan-06-2020 to Mar-02-2020, Mon, 4:30 - 5pm
PLAY! Basketball (8 - 12yrs)
Jan-06-2020 to Mar-02-2020, Mon, 5 - 5:45pm
Introductory to advanced courses that develop skills and teach basic moves used in gymnastics. Participants build confidence and have fun learning.
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Gymnastics: Level 1 and 2 (6 - 12yrs)
Jan-10-2020 to Mar-06-2020, Fri, 5:15 - 6:15pm
Gymnastics: Level 5 and 6 (6yrs and over)
Jan-10-2020 to Mar-06-2020, Fri, 6:45 - 8:15pm
Gymnastics: Level 1 and 2 (6 - 12yrs)
Jan-10-2020 to Mar-06-2020, Fri, 6:45 - 7:45pm
Gymnastics: Level 3 and 4 (6 - 12yrs)
Jan-10-2020 to Mar-06-2020, Fri, 6:45 - 7:45pm
Variety of racquet sports for beginner and intermediate levels including tennis and badminton.
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Variety of racquet sports for beginner level including tennis and badminton.
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Instructional/recreational soccer programs that encourage skill development and fun for all participants.
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PLAY! Soccer (6 - 12yrs)
Jan-07-2020 to Mar-03-2020, Tue, 4:30 - 5:15pm
PLAY! Soccer (6 - 10yrs)
Jan-11-2020 to Mar-07-2020, Sat, 12:15 - 1pm
Instructional/recreational soccer programs that encourage skill development and fun for all participants.
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Start to PLAY! Soccer (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-07-2020 to Mar-03-2020, Tue, 11:45am - 12:15pm
Start to PLAY! Soccer with Caregiver (2yrs 6mths - 3yrs)
Jan-07-2020 to Mar-03-2020, Tue, 12:30 - 1pm
Start to PLAY! Soccer (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-07-2020 to Mar-03-2020, Tue, 4 - 4:30pm
Start to PLAY! Soccer with Caregiver (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-11-2020 to Mar-07-2020, Sat, 11:45am - 12:15pm
A variety of activities that incorpoarate a variety of sports and skills.
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Ready, Set, PLAY! (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-06-2020 to Mar-09-2020, Mon, 11:45am - 12:30pm
Start to PLAY! Floor Hockey (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-09-2020 to Mar-05-2020, Thur, 11:45am - 12:15pm
Ready, Set, PLAY! (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-09-2020 to Mar-05-2020, Thur, 12:30 - 1pm
Ready, Set, PLAY! (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-10-2020 to Mar-13-2020, Fri, 11:45am - 12:30pm
Start to PLAY! T-Ball with Caregiver (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-11-2020 to Mar-07-2020, Sat, 9:45 - 10:30am
Start to PLAY! T-Ball (4 - 5yrs)
Jan-11-2020 to Mar-07-2020, Sat, 10:30 - 11:15am
Start to PLAY! Basketball (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-06-2020 to Mar-09-2020, Mon, 4 - 4:30pm
Gymnastics with Caregiver (2 - 5yrs)
Jan-10-2020 to Mar-06-2020, Fri, 3:45 - 4:30pm
Gymnastics (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-10-2020 to Mar-06-2020, Fri, 4:30 - 5:15pm
Ready, Set, PLAY! (3 - 5yrs)
Jan-11-2020 to Mar-07-2020, Sat, 11 - 11:30am
Instructional/recreational volleyball programs that encourage skill development and fun for all participants.
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SKILLS! Volleyball (7 - 12yrs)
Jan-08-2020 to Mar-04-2020, Wed, 4 - 5pm
General Interest
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| Facility Type | Quantity | Facility Rating * |
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| Craft Room | 1 | C |
| Dance Studio | 1 | C |
| Gymnasium | 1 | C |
| Kitchen | 1 | B |
| Multipurpose Room | 1 | C |
| Preschool | 1 | 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 416-392-0744,
prior to your visit to determine if the facility can meet your needs.
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