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Youth Programs
ALL THE SPORTS Age: 13 to 14 years Location: Hartman Public School
With the emphasis on fun and being active, participants will work on some skill building, teamwork and game play. A variety of multi-sport activities such as soccer, basketball, volleyball, fitness and running games will be introduced each week. *No class on: Feb 3 & Mar 17
DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE
Fri Jan 27 7:00pm – 8:00pm $72.00/10 26717*
ARCHERY Age: 12 to 17 years Location: AFLC
Join us for an hour of fun and excitement and try a great new activity. Participants will get to learn and practise basic archery skills and techniques with their friends in an enjoyable and safe environment. Please choose one option, both programs will follow the same program plan. *No class on: Feb 20 & Mar 13
DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE
Mon Jan 23 7:15pm – 8:15pm $70.00/8 26724*
BADMINTON BLAST Age: 12 to 15 years Location: AFLC
This basic badminton program will provide participants the opportunity to practise various badminton skills and rally with each other in an informal and unstructured format. Join us for an hour of badminton to stay active, play a sport you love, and make some new friends. *No class on: Feb 20 & Mar 13
DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE
Mon Jan 23 5:45pm – 6:45pm $70.00/8 26729* DODGE, SPIKE & THROW! Age: 12 to 14 years New!
Location: Aurora Heights Public School
Join us for an hour of fast-paced fun as we play through some high energy sports. Participants will try out variations of Dodgeball, Roundnet and Frisbee. *No class on: Mar 16
DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE
Thu Jan 26 7:00pm – 8:00pm $72.00/8 26728*
GIRLS GOT GAME BASKETBALL SKILL DEVELOPMENT & HOUSE LEAGUE – EMPOWERMENT THROUGH SPORT Age: 8 to 11 years Location: AFLC
This program is focused on girls who are interested in learning the game of basketball and developing their skills, while building confidence. The emphasis will be on skill development and learning the team concepts of basketball in a fun, interactive environment. We will have 30 to 45 minutes of skill development/team concepts, followed by 45 to 60 minutes of game play with older female athletes as coaches and officials, providing positive role modeling for the younger participants. Note: This is for girls only and no experience is necessary. *No class on: Mar 15
DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE
Wed Jan 25 7:00pm – 8:30pm $260.00/10 26725*
KC BADMINTON CLUB Age: *Junior Basic Level 1 – 7 to 12 years ^Teen Basic Level 2 – 12 to 18 years Location: KC Badminton Club 159 Don Hillock Drive, Aurora, Unit 2
Learn the fundamentals of badminton basic skills including high clear, serving, lifts, footwork, front to back, side to side and some knowledge of how to play single games. Participants must sign a KC Badminton waiver form. Participants can pay a one-time equipment rental fee of $40.00 +HST on-site at KC Badminton Club during their first lesson. This includes a racquet and bird. There will be no makeup lessons provided for missed classes. *No class on: Feb 20 & Mar 13 ~No class on: Mar 14 >No class on: Mar 15
DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE
Mon Jan 16 6:00pm – 7:00pm $286.00/10 26730*
Tue Jan 17 5:30pm – 6:30pm $286.00/10 26731^~
Wed Jan 18 7:00pm – 8:00pm $286.00/10 26732^>
STEM MINDS – ADVANCED STEM CLUB Age: 12 to 17 years Location: STEM Minds New!
212 Earl Stewart Drive, Aurora, Unit 3
Ready to level-up your tech skills? Join our Advanced STEM Club and learn about cutting edge technology such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Big Data, Internet of Things, Cryptography and more. Participants will be able to: explore a range of advanced STEM topics through subjects that address learning goals such as understanding the fundamental concepts of computers and computer engineering, artificial intelligence and machine learning; use advanced coding languages and concepts to create working programs that meet desired specifications; develop and use troubleshooting strategies to refine and iterate projects and understand the real world applications of various advanced STEM technologies, related careers, and opportunities for personal growth through technology. *No class on: Mar 11 & 18
DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE
Sat Jan 14 2:30pm – 4:00pm $430.00/10 26734*
STORM VOLLEYBALL Age: *11 to 13 years ^14 to 15 years Location: AFLC
This program will introduce the specific technical skills that are needed to build the foundation for a well-rounded volleyball player. Coaches will teach the technical elements of each primary skill and then run the athletes through game-like drills to practise what they have learned. The ratio of skills to game play will increase throughout the program as the athletes learn to perform the skills. ~No class on: Mar 14
DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE
Tue Jan 24 5:45pm – 6:45pm $130.00/8 26739*~
Tue Jan 24 7:00pm – 8:00pm $130.00/8 26740^~
Open to teens ages 19 and under
Do you know someone who has given their time for the benefit of others in Aurora? The Youth Volunteer Award is presented to an Aurora citizen up to the age of 19, who through their volunteer efforts, has made a significant contribution to the community and has demonstrated their commitment to being a positive leader today and in the future. For more information, including award criteria, application forms and deadlines, please visit www.aurora.ca/cra
AGE REQUIREMENTS For Youth programs, participants must be the minimum age by the last day of the program.
THE TOWN OF AURORA IS PROUD TO SUPPORT POSITIVE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
Positive Youth Development (PYD) is the process of preparing young people to participate in the opportunities of adolescence and adulthood through a coordinated and progressive series of activities and experiences that help them become socially, morally, emotionally, physically and cognitively competent. The Town of Aurora strives to incorporate positive youth development in all programs and services for youth.
The 5 W’s Resiliency The 5 C’s Be a Champion
Information adapted from Positive Youth Development Workshop: From Paper to Practice © by Parks and Recreation Ontario. For more information, visit aurora.ca/youth or contact youth@aurora.ca
APPLY TODAY FOR THE John West Memorial ‘Leaders of Tomorrow’ Scholarship Award
Graduating high school students who are Aurora residents or who attend an Aurora school can win $1,000 DEADLINE TO APPLY: MAY 1, 2023
Questions? www.aurora.ca/leadersoftomorrow 905-726-4760 • youth@aurora.ca
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YOUTH PROGRAMS
Youth Leadership Opportunities
CANADA SAFETY COUNCIL – BABYSITTER’S TRAINING Age: 12 to 16 years Location: AFLC
The Canada Safety Council Babysitter’s Training course will provide participants with the skills and knowledge to safely care for children. Through the teaching of these skills, participants will gain the necessary confidence to provide care to children.
DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE
Thu Jan 19 6:00pm – 8:00pm $85.00/5 26735
T/W Mar 14 Mar 15 9:00am – 4:00pm 1:00pm – 4:00pm $85.00/2 26736
CANADA SAFETY COUNCIL – HOME ALONE Age: 10 to 13 years Location: AFLC
The Canada Safety Council Home Alone program will provide participants with appropriate skills and knowledge to remain home on their own for short periods of time. Participants will learn skills such as home safety, when to call 911, fire safety and more.
DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE
Fri Feb 3 9:00am – 4:00pm $55.00/1 26737
Mon Mar 13 9:00am – 4:00pm $55.00/1 26738
JOB PREP 101 Age: 14 to 17 years Location: AFLC
Are you looking for a job or struggling to get an interview? This oneday workshop will teach you how to fill out a job application, build your resume, learn important interview skills and find out how to impress a prospective employer.
DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE
Thu Mar 16 12:00pm – 4:00pm $25.00/1 26733
INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEER HOURS? We’re looking for Teen Insta-Assists
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