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June is Recreation & Parks Month: June 1-30
June has the longest days of the year and signals the beginning of summer. June is Recreation and Parks Month (JRPM) and we’re celebrating with 30 days of activities and events, for all ages and interests!
From acrylic painting and panda-drawing workshops, coding a LEGO® robot and going rollerblading to swimming and (so many!) sports, there's something fun for everyone! Pre-registration is required at vaughan.perfectmind.com. If you require assistance creating an online registration account, call Service Vaughan at 905-832-2281 or email rec@vaughan.ca.
Click here for a print-friendly calendar of month-long activities.
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In honour of JRPM, residents are invited to attend a flag raising event will be held in the Courtyard at Vaughan City Hall (2141 Major Mackenzie Drive) from 9:30 to 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 1.
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Recreation program highlights include:
- Summer-themed crafting workshop for children, as well as acrylic painting for adults (coffee and treats included!)
- Family-friendly programs for parents and children to enjoy together: mindfulness, basketball, and badminton
- A range of sports including archery, tennis, and badminton
- Coding LEGO robots, computer programming, and creating Minecraft video games
- Explore the vibrant world of Bollywood, sway to the infectious rhythms of Latin Beat, or enjoy the social fun of Modern Line Dancing!
- Inclusion programs: Serenity Stretch Yoga (yoga and meditation), Board Game Bonanza, Nature’s Palette (outdoor art), bocce (sports) and Flavourful Fun (cooking)
- Counselling sessions regarding behavioural analysis, managing challenging behaviour, and how to motivate your child/youth, delivered in partnership with York Support Services Network
Register now at vaughan.perfectmind.com.
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$5 fitness classes (all proceeds will go towards RecAssist) including yoga, Zumba, spin, bootcamp, (for ages 13+) and muscle conditioning exercises will be offered on select days and times.
Pre-registration and pre-payment is available 7 days in advance at vaughan.perfectmind.com. Limited spots will be available for walk-ins one hour prior to the start of a fitness class.
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$5 drop-in sports (all proceeds will go towards RecAssist) such as volleyball, basketball, badminton and ball hockey will be offered on select days and times for all ages.
Pre-registration and pre-payment is available 7 days in advance at vaughan.perfectmind.com. Limited spots will be available for walk-ins one hour prior to the start of a drop-in programs.
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Not a Vaughan Fitness member (yet)? Try a Vaughan Fitness Centre for FREE
- June 5 (Garnet A. Williams Community Centre)
- June 6 (Maple Community Centre)
- June 9 (Al Palladini Community Centre)
- June 13 (North Thornhill Community Centre)
- June 25 (Father E. Bulfon Community Centre)
June 30 (Vellore Village Community Centre)
Try out the latest smart-tech cardio equipment, intuitive strength equipment and functional training rigs. Plus, get access to limitless amenities including fitness classes, pools, tracks, squash courts, and sports for the day.
Guests are required to pre-register and can do so 7 days in advance at vaughan.perfectmind.com.
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Residents off all ages can enjoy FREE recreational and length swims, as well as aquafitness classes on select days and times.
Pre-registration and pre-payment is available 7 days in advance at vaughan.perfectmind.com. Limited spots will be available for walk-ins one hour prior to the start of a recreational swim/aquafitness class.
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To register for a York Support Services Network workshop visit yssn.ca/events
Donate to RecAssist Online
All proceeds from June is Recreation & Parks Month programming will go towards RecAssist, the City's fee assistance program, which helps subsidize the cost of recreation programs and swim lessons for low-income individuals and families in Vaughan. Aren’t able to attend a program, but want to contribute? Donations to RecAssist can now be made online at vaughan.perfectmind.com in denominations of $5, $10 or $25. Tax receipts will be provided for donations of $25 or more.
Make a difference in your community
RecAssist is the City’s fee assistance program, which helps subsidize the cost of recreation programs and swim lessons for low-income individuals and families in Vaughan. 100% of donations go towards recipients. Tax receipts will be issued via email for donations of $25 or more.