Jimmie Simpson Recreation Centre
A large facility located on Queen Street in Jimmie Simpson Park. Jimmie Simpson Recreation Centre is a hub for recreation programming with a variety of opportunities for everyone from preschool to older adults. It offers a wide-range of activities including swimming, fitness, youth, sports, after school and preschool programs.
Jimmie Simpson Artificial Ice rink is located in Jimmie Simpson Park. The ice rink features a hockey pad which doubles as a pleasure pad. There are change rooms for changing into skates nearby. There are also tennis courts and a soccer field in the park.
This is a free centre. This location has some youth-specific programming.
Special Features
Contact
- Phone: 416 392-0751
- Accessibility
- District: Toronto East York
- Intersection: Near: Queen St E & Mc Gee St
- TTC Information: Travel to Queen Station. Board the 501 Queen and travel to Empire. Walk east to number 870
Announcements
Camps
These Adventure Camps, for campers with a disability ages 13 plus. Campers are introduced to a variety of enhanced activities through workshops, special events and excursions. These camps have no consumable fee. These programs will require an additional registration process to become eligible to participate.
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Adapted Adventure Camp (13 - 24yrs)
Jul-29-2019 to Aug-02-2019, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4pm
Adapted Adventure Camp (13 - 24yrs)
Aug-06-2019 to Aug-09-2019, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4pm
Adapted Adventure Camp (13 - 24yrs)
Aug-12-2019 to Aug-16-2019, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4pm
Adapted Adventure Camp (13 - 24yrs)
Jul-22-2019 to Jul-26-2019, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4pm
These Adventure Camps, for campers ages 6-12, have all in the ingredients of an Activity Camp and more. Campers are introduced to a variety of enhanced activities through workshops, special events and excursions. These camps have no consumable fee.
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Adventure Camp (6 - 9yrs)
Jul-29-2019 to Aug-02-2019, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4:30pm
Adventure Camp (10 - 12yrs)
Jul-29-2019 to Aug-02-2019, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4:30pm
Adventure Camp (5 - 5yrs)
Jul-29-2019 to Aug-02-2019, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4:30pm
Adventure Camp (10 - 12yrs)
Aug-06-2019 to Aug-09-2019, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4:30pm
Adventure Camp (6 - 9yrs)
Aug-06-2019 to Aug-09-2019, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4:30pm
Adventure Camp (5 - 5yrs)
Aug-06-2019 to Aug-09-2019, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4:30pm
Adventure Camp (6 - 9yrs)
Aug-12-2019 to Aug-16-2019, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4:30pm
Adventure Camp (10 - 12yrs)
Aug-12-2019 to Aug-16-2019, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4:30pm
Adventure Camp (5 - 5yrs)
Aug-12-2019 to Aug-16-2019, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4:30pm
Adventure Camp (6 - 9yrs)
Aug-19-2019 to Aug-23-2019, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4:30pm
Adventure Camp (10 - 12yrs)
Aug-19-2019 to Aug-23-2019, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4:30pm
Adventure Camp (5 - 5yrs)
Aug-19-2019 to Aug-23-2019, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4:30pm
Adventure Camp (6 - 12yrs)
Aug-26-2019 to Aug-30-2019, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4:30pm
Adventure Camp (6 - 9yrs)
Jul-22-2019 to Jul-26-2019, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4:30pm
Adventure Camp (10 - 12yrs)
Jul-22-2019 to Jul-26-2019, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4:30pm
Adventure Camp (5 - 5yrs)
Jul-22-2019 to Jul-26-2019, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, 9am - 4:30pm
Fitness
Build longer, leaner muscles while safely exploring optimal strength, flexibility and endurance. Exercises focus on strengthening core postural, abdominal and back muscles. Participants are required to bring their own mat.
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Pilates (16yrs and over)
Jul-04-2019 to Aug-29-2019, Thur, 7:30 - 8:30pm
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)
Jul-02-2019 to Aug-27-2019, Tue, 6:45 - 7:45pm
Yoga: Hatha (16yrs and over)
Jul-05-2019 to Aug-30-2019, Fri, 9:30 - 11am
General Interest
An opportunity to interact and socialize with other participants through a variety of activities and interests.
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Science: Scientific Discovery (9 - 12yrs)
Jan-10-2020 to Mar-06-2020, Fri, 4:30 - 6pm
Swimming
Basic swimming skills and water safety. This is an introductory or beginner level. Prerequisite: A keen interest in developing skills and knowledge that promotes safe enjoyment of aquatic environments. Adult 1 develops or increases students' comfort in the water through basic floatation, movement and breathing skills and fosters the basic knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to prepare, stay safe and survive in and around water.
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Adult Swim 1 (17yrs and over)
Jul-07-2019 to Aug-25-2019, Sun, 9 - 9:30am
This course is designed for lifesavers who want the challenge of more advanced training including the introduction to safe supervision in aquatic facilities. Bronze Cross teaches the difference between lifesaving and lifeguarding, the principles of emergency procedures, teamwork and use of special equipment. Candidates must be able to swim 600 m in 18 minutes. Bronze Cross and Standard First Aid with CPR-C are pre-requisites for lifeguard training in the National Lifeguard Service (NLS) program and Lifesaving Society Instructors certifications. Pre-requisite: Bronze Medallion and Emergency First Aid (CPR-B). If you withdraw from a program 10 days or less from the course start date, a 50% refund is provided. No refunds are given for classes or programs that you miss. 100% attendance and active participation are mandatory!
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AL: Bronze Cross (BC) / SFA (14yrs and over)
Aug-16-2019 to Aug-18-2019, Sun, Fri, Sat, 6 - 10pm
AL: Bronze Cross (BC) / SFA (14yrs and over)
Sep-13-2019 to Sep-15-2019, Sun, Fri, Sat, 6 - 10pm
Teaches lifesavers of all ages how to respond in complex water rescue situations. Bronze Medallion develops physical fitness, decision-making and judgement skills in preparation for challenging rescues of increased risk. Lifesavers demonstrate stroke efficiency and endurance in a timed swim. Bronze Medallion is a prerequisite for all advanced lifesaving awards. Candidates must be able to complete a 500m swim in 15 minutes or less. The Emergency First Aid component teaches general knowledge of first aid principles and the emergency treatment of injuries. Skills include: victim assessment, CPR, choking, respiratory and circulatory emergencies such as heart attack and stroke, and how to deal with external bleeding. The CPR-B component teaches the appropriate CPR and choking procedures for children and infants. Successful candidates receive both Emergency First Aid with CPR-B certifications. Emergency First Aid is recognized by the WSIB. Prerequisites: Bronze Star or minimum age 13 years. If you withdraw from a program 10 days or less from the course start date, a 50% refund is provided. No refunds are given for classes or programs that you miss. Candidates that have Bronze Star and are under 13 years of age can register for this course by calling 416-396-7378 or attend an in-person registration site on priority registration days.
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AL: Bronze Medallion (BM) /Emergency First Aid (EFA) (13yrs and over)
Sep-06-2019 to Sep-08-2019, Sun, Fri, Sat, 6 - 10pm
This course is designed to develop sound understanding of lifeguarding principles, good judgement and a mature, responsible attitude toward the role of the lifeguard in a pool setting. The program emphasizes teamwork, leadership, communications and the prevention of accidents and the treatment of medical emergencies. Participants are taught advanced lifeguarding skills. This award remains current for two years from the date of certification. Candidates must bring proof of pre-requiste awards. Prerequisites: Minimum age of 16 years and proof of Bronze Cross, Standard First Aid with CPR-C. SFA/CPR-C MUST be from one of the following recognized agencies: Lifesaving Society, Canadian Red Cross, St. John's Ambulance and Canadian Ski Patrol. If you withdraw or transfer from a program 10 days or less from the course start date, a 50% refund is provided. No refunds are given for classes or programs that you miss. 100% attendance and active participation are mandatory!
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AL: National Lifeguard: Pool (16yrs and over)
Oct-04-2019 to Oct-13-2019, Sun, Fri, Sat, 6 - 10pm
AL: National Lifeguard: Pool (16yrs and over)
Oct-18-2019 to Oct-27-2019, Sun, Fri, Sat, 6 - 10pm
AL: National Lifeguard: Pool (16yrs and over)
Nov-01-2019 to Nov-10-2019, Sun, Fri, Sat, 6 - 10pm
Upon successful completion of this program, candidates will be able to instruct the Toronto Learn to Swim program including Guardian, Preschool, Super, Ultra Swim and the lifesaving awards of the Lifesaving Society. Time is devoted in both classroom and water sessions to developing skills in the areas of class management, teaching, evaluation, leadership, communication and administration. This award remains current for two years from the date of certification. Candidates must bring proof of prerequisite awards to the first class. Prerequisites: Minimum age 16 years (by the last day of the course) and Bronze Cross or National Lifeguard. Recommended: Standard First Aid with CPR-C and Lifesaving Society Assistant Instructor Course. If you withdraw or transfer from a program 10 days or less from the course start date, a 50% refund is provided. No refunds are given for classes or programs that you miss. 100% attendance and active participation are mandatory!
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AL: Swim Inst./Lifesaving Inst./Emergency First Aid Inst. (16yrs and over)
Sep-20-2019 to Sep-29-2019, Sun, Fri, Sat, 6 - 10pm
AL: Swim Inst./Lifesaving Inst./Emergency First Aid Inst. (16yrs and over)
Nov-08-2019 to Nov-17-2019, Sun, Fri, Sat, 6 - 10pm
The Wading Pool Attendant award is designed to provide lifesavers the knowledge and skill to supervise a Wading Pool. In Ontario, a wading pool is a pool of water less than 0.75 metres (2 feet, 6 inches) in depth. This course includes Standard First Aid with CPR-C (unless otherwise noted). If you withdraw from a program 10 days or less from the course start date, a 50% refund is provided. No refunds are given for classes or programs that you miss. 100% attendance and active participation are mandatory!
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AL: Wading Pool Attendant & SFA/CPR-C (14yrs and over)
Dec-13-2019 to Dec-15-2019, Sun, Fri, Sat, 6 - 10pm
The Guardian Swim Program provides an introduction to the aquatic environment and basic skills. It is age appropriate and progressive. Learning is facilitated through the parent/ caregiver to ensure comfort, communication and extra safety. Parent or guardian must accompany child into the water. One child per parent/guardian
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Guardian Swim 1 (6mths - 5yrs)
Jul-06-2019 to Aug-24-2019, Sat, 9 - 9:30am
Guardian Swim 1 (6mths - 5yrs)
Jul-06-2019 to Aug-24-2019, Sat, 10 - 10:30am
Guardian Swim 1 (6mths - 5yrs)
Jul-06-2019 to Aug-24-2019, Sat, 11:30am - 12pm
Guardian Swim 1 (6mths - 5yrs)
Jul-07-2019 to Aug-25-2019, Sun, 9 - 9:30am
The Guardian Swim Program provides an introduction to the aquatic environment and basic skills. It is age appropriate and progressive. Learning is facilitated through the parent/ caregiver to ensure comfort, communication and extra safety. Parent or guardian must accompany child into the water. One child per parent/guardian
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Guardian Swim 2 (6mths - 5yrs)
Jul-06-2019 to Aug-24-2019, Sat, 9:30 - 10am
The Guardian Swim Program provides an introduction to the aquatic environment and basic skills. It is age appropriate and progressive. Learning is facilitated through the parent/ caregiver to ensure comfort, communication and extra safety. Parent or guardian must accompany child into the water. One child per parent/guardian
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Guardian Swim 3 (6mths - 5yrs)
Jul-06-2019 to Aug-24-2019, Sat, 10:30 - 11am
Safety, facility and aquatic orientation. Introduction to entries, exits, submersions, breath control and basic floats with assistance. Floats, movement, basic kicks and swimming skills.
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Preschool Swim 1: Penguin (3 - 5yrs)
Jul-06-2019 to Aug-24-2019, Sat, 11 - 11:30am
Preschool Swim 1: Penguin (3 - 5yrs)
Jul-06-2019 to Aug-31-2019, Sat, 12 - 12:30pm
Preschool Swim 1: Penguin (3 - 5yrs)
Jul-07-2019 to Aug-25-2019, Sun, 9:30 - 10am
Preschool Swim 1: Penguin (3 - 5yrs)
Jul-07-2019 to Aug-25-2019, Sun, 10:30 - 11am
Development of entries and exits, breath holding, bobbing and floats. Introduction to front and back swim, treading skills and deep water orientations. Continuous swim 5 metres.
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Preschool Swim 2: Stingray (3 - 5yrs)
Jul-07-2019 to Aug-25-2019, Sun, 9:30 - 10am
Preschool Swim 2: Stingray (3 - 5yrs)
Jul-07-2019 to Aug-25-2019, Sun, 11 - 11:30am
Development of endurance, time requirements, entries, bobbing, rolls, sculling and treading skills. Introduction to front crawl, PFD/lifejacket/buoyant aids, clothed survival and use of aids. Continuous swim 15 metres.
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Preschool Swim 3: Otter (3 - 5yrs)
Jul-07-2019 to Aug-25-2019, Sun, 10 - 10:30am
Safety, facility and aquatic orientation. Introduction to entries, exits, submersions, breath control and basic floats with assistance. Floats, movement, basic kicks and swimming skills.
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Ultra Swim 1 (5yrs and over)
Jul-06-2019 to Aug-24-2019, Sat, 9 - 9:30am
Ultra Swim 1 (5yrs and over)
Jul-07-2019 to Aug-25-2019, Sun, 10:30 - 11am
Development of entries and exits, breath holding, bobbing and floats. Introduction to front and back swim, treading skills and deep water orientations. Continuous swim 5 metres.
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Ultra Swim 2 (5yrs and over)
Jul-06-2019 to Aug-24-2019, Sat, 10 - 10:30am
Ultra Swim 2 (5yrs and over)
Jul-07-2019 to Aug-25-2019, Sun, 10 - 10:30am
Ultra Swim 2 (5yrs and over)
Jul-07-2019 to Aug-25-2019, Sun, 11 - 11:30am
Development of endurance, time requirements, entries, bobbing, rolls, sculling and treading skills. Introduction to front crawl, PFD/lifejacket/buoyant aids, clothed survival and use of aids. Continuous swim 15 metres.
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Ultra Swim 3 (5yrs and over)
Jul-06-2019 to Aug-24-2019, Sat, 9 - 9:30am
Ultra Swim 3 (5yrs and over)
Jul-06-2019 to Aug-24-2019, Sat, 9:30 - 10am
Ultra Swim 3 (5yrs and over)
Jul-07-2019 to Aug-25-2019, Sun, 9 - 9:30am
Ultra Swim 3 (5yrs and over)
Jul-07-2019 to Aug-25-2019, Sun, 10:30 - 11am
Development of breath control, entries, deepwater techniques, survival skills and front crawl. Introduction to back crawl, combined stroke swims, deep water, descent and ascent, under water swim. HELP position and self-rescue. Continuous swim 25 metres.
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Ultra Swim 4 (5yrs and over)
Jul-06-2019 to Aug-24-2019, Sat, 9:30 - 10am
Ultra Swim 4 (5yrs and over)
Jul-07-2019 to Aug-25-2019, Sun, 9:30 - 10am
Development of front and back crawl, treading skills, simple rescue techniques and deep water abilities. Introduction to surface dives, front dives, whip kick, primary assessment and basic lifesaving skills. Continuous swim 50 metres. Must be comfortable in deep water.
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Ultra Swim 5 (5yrs and over)
Jul-06-2019 to Aug-24-2019, Sat, 10 - 10:30am
Ultra Swim 5 (5yrs and over)
Jul-07-2019 to Aug-25-2019, Sun, 10 - 10:30am
Ultra Swim 5 (5yrs and over)
Jul-07-2019 to Aug-25-2019, Sun, 11 - 11:30am
Development of shallow dives, eggbeater, foot first surface dive, self rescue and basic lifesaving skills. Introduction to elementary back stroke and artificial respiration. Continous swim 100 metres.
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Ultra Swim 6 (5yrs and over)
Jul-06-2019 to Aug-24-2019, Sat, 10:30 - 11:15am
Development of entries, surface dives, elementary back stroke, kicks, lifesaving & treading skills. Introduction to breast stroke and deep dives. Continous swim 150 metres.
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Ultra Swim 7 (5yrs and over)
Jul-06-2019 to Aug-24-2019, Sat, 10:30 - 11:15am
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| Facility Type | Quantity | Facility Rating * |
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| Dressing Room | 3 | |
| Games Room | 1 | C |
| Gymnasium | 1 | B |
| Indoor Pool | 1 1 | B C |
| Kitchen | 1 | |
| Multipurpose Room | 1 1 | B C |
| Skateboard Area | 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.
Please contact the facility at 416 392-0751,
prior to your visit to determine if the facility can meet your needs.
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