PROGRAMS FOR YOUTH See pages

PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS

MUSIC FOR BABIES/TODDLERS — 6-20 months

A weekly 30-min group for parents and the little ones to learn, connect, and have fun Elements include finger plays, poems, nursery rhymes, action songs, scarf dance, and percussion instruments. Children at young age will be taught the fundamental of rhythms, exercise impulse control, explore basic senses, develop soothing and energizing routine with parents. Harmonic Melodies

Music - 1111 Stellar Drive, Newmarket.

GROUP PIANO LESSONS LEVEL 1 & LEVEL 2 — 3.5-5.5 years

Music for Little Mozarts is a well designed and established teaching method for this age group. The program integrates singing and stories to teach children the musical fundamentals in merry and enjoyable ways. This is a piano-based program. Children will be taught how to read and write basic music notations, understand how to read and comprehend music, and play practically on keys. A lesson and workbook are included. There are 4 levels of Music for Little Mozarts. After Level 1, evaluations will be given to individuals based no skills and maturity on the instrument. Come and join Beethoven Bear and Mozart Mouse for a musical adventure. Harmonic Melodies Music -

1111 Stellar Drive, Newmarket.

ABC FITNESS — 3-5 years

This class will incorporate learning new skills (A,B,C’s, counting, colours, etc) while having fun being active! Preschoolers will benefit from social interactions with others, healthy growth and development, better self-esteem, stronger bones, muscles and joints, better posture and balance and a stronger heart. No parent/guardian participation required.

BALLET — 3-5 years

In this program your child will develop the grace and creativity that Ballet is. Your child will learn the proper arm and leg positions as well as several ballet routines that will transform your little one into a Ballerina. Dress Code: Body suit, tights, ballet shoes & long hair in a pony tail.

LITTLE KICKERS - KARATE — 3-5 years

This program presents an opportunity for participants to become actively involved in the basic self defense techniques and movements as taught in Shotokan Karate. The Karate sessions will be run by Black Belt instructors from Community Martial Arts, a member of the International Karate Association (IKA Canada). A friendly, encouraging atmosphere will be created to make it an enjoyable and fun experience. A Karate GI (uniform) will be supplied as part of the registration cost.

KINDER SCHOOL EXPLORERS — 3-5 years

This pre-kindergarten program will have children participating in show and tell, art projects and educational worksheets. Children will discover numbers, letters, animals and much more. This program will allow your child to learn through play. Creative games, songs, stories and activities will enhance your child’s learning experience. Please send your child with a nut-free snack and water bottle.

SPORTBALL — MULTI-SPORT — 3-5 and 4-6 years

Sportball is a dynamic sports program focusing on skill development in eight different sports, namely soccer, basketball, hockey, tennis, baseball, volleyball, football and golf. This creative, non-competitive and self-esteem-building program prepares all children for a future of confident sports participation. We have included a ball for each participant in our registration fee so that parents can safely disinfect them each week. Please be sure to decorate your ball with your child’s name using a permanent marker.

SPORTBALL — PARENT & CHILD MULTI-SPORT — 2-3 years

Parents/caregivers have a direct hand in their pre-schooler’s development through this unique Multi-Sport program. With the active support and participation of their grownup, children are able to refine their skills and continue their social and physical development such as balance and coordination by participating in eight popular sports: hockey, soccer, football, baseball, basketball, volleyball, golf and tennis. Under the guidance of our expert Coaches, grownups also understand proven teaching techniques that can be applied outside of Sportball classes. Sportball maintains a one-parent-per-child ratio policy in all Parent & Child programs to ensure that focus is kept on helping little ones practice and progress. We have included a ball for each participant in our registration fee so that parents can safely disinfect them each week. Please be sure to decorate your ball with your child’s name using a permanent marker.

SPORTBALL – SOCCER — 4-6 years

Sportball soccer classes are packed with high-energy fun, using imaginative coaching techniques and a continuous flow of new drills and non-competitive games to keep things rolling along. All Sportball programs are designed to grow with your child and re-enrollment is encouraged. We have included a ball for each participant in our registration fee so that parents can safely disinfect them each week. Please be sure to decorate your ball with your child’s name using a permanent marker.

PA DAY CAMP — 5-12 years

Join us for a day of Camp Fun! This camp is for children who love variety in their day! Campers will participate in traditional camp activities like games, sports, arts & crafts, and more! Camp hours are from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. Extended camp hours allow for flexible drop off between 8 - 9 a.m. as well as flexible pick up between 4-5 p.m.

The Town is working with Provincial and York Region Public Health Officials to provide safe programming during this Fall/Winter Season. The Town will monitor any changes related to COVID-19 and will make any necessary changes to programming to ensure the safety of our residents and employees. To stay up date on changes to programs and facilities, visit www.eastgwillimbury. ca/COVID19 or sign-up for the Towns eNewsletter at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/enews.

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Program Age Weeks Day Start Time Location Fee Code

Music for Babies/Toddlers 6-20 mnths 8 Sat Oct. 16 10 to 10:30 a.m. HM $120 8487

Group Piano Level 1

Group Piano Level 2

ABC Fitness

Ballet

Little Kickers - Karate

Kinder School Explorers

Sportball - Multi Sport

Sportball - Multi Sport

Sportball - Multi Sport

Sportball - Parent and Child Multi Sport

Sportball - Soccer

PA Day Camp

3.5-5.5yrs 8 Tue Oct. 5 5:45 to 6:15 p.m. HM $175 8485

3.5-5.5yrs 8 Tue Oct. 5 6:30 to 7 p.m. HM $175 8486

3-5yrs 10 Thur Oct. 7 1 to 2 p.m. HLCC $95 8490

3-5yrs 10 Wed Oct. 6 5:30 to 6 p.m. EGSC $75 8453

3-5yrs 10 Mon Oct. 4 5 to 5:45 p.m. EGSC $180 8445

3-5yrs 10 Tue Oct. 5 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. EGSC $95 8451

4-6yrs 10 Tue Oct. 5 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. ROSS $155 8493

3-5yrs 10 Tue Oct. 5 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. ROSS $155 8495

3-5yrs 9 Sat Oct. 16 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. HLCC $140 8502

2-3yrs 9 Sat Oct. 16 11:15 a.m. to 12 p.m. HLCC $140 8501

4-6yrs 9 Sat Oct. 16 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. HLCC $140 8496

5-12yrs 1 Fri Nov. 19 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. EGSC $40 8484

LOCATION LEGEND

HM: Harmonic Melodies HHAC: Harvest Hills Activity Centre EGSC: East Gwillimbury Sports Complex HLCC: Holland Landing Community Centre ROSS: Ross Family Complex (Mount Albert)

CHILD & YOUTH PROGRAMS

ACRO/JAZZ — 5-8 years

For those who enjoy creativity and movement this is the class for you. Acro is a form of dance that combines the flexibility and power of gymnastics with the grace of modern jazz. Through floor work and mats, participants will do basic tumbles, cartwheels, flips and more. Music will also be introduced to this class. Dress Code: body suit,

tights, ballet shoes or bare feet & hair in a pony tail. DRAW, PAINT & SCULPT — 9-13 years

Children will explore their creativity and discover their talents while learning art skills and techniques in drawing, painting and sculpting. Join Artist Donna Burwell-Stevens to learn about famous artists and to create portraits, still life, landscapes and more! Materials include: charcoal, oil pastel, watercolour and clay.

INTRO TO KARATE — 7-12 years

This program presents an opportunity for participants to become actively involved in the basic self defense techniques and movements as taught in Shotokan Karate. The Karate sessions will be run by Black Belt instructors from Community Martial Arts, a member of the International Karate Association (IKA Canada). A friendly, encouraging atmosphere will be created to make it an enjoyable and fun experience. A Karate GI (uniform) will be supplied as part of the registration cost.

KIDDOS KICK — 7-12 years

This fast -moving kicks and punching class will build physical skills like speed, agility, balance and coordination. Kids will also benefit from learning self defense, getting a full body workout, develop strong mental skills (confidence, focus, control) and have FUN!

KGM - 3D MODELLING AND PRINTING VIRTUAL — 8-12 years

Children will learn how to design and model 3D objects from animals, to their favourite movies and video games. They will work towards moving pieces and anything else they can imagine! A 3D printer will be shown online for the students to see and learn how it works. Note: 3D models will be printed and distributed at an additional cost.

Required: a computer (PC, Mac or Chromebook), microphone and speakers. These programs will be online via video conference where a Kids’ Great Minds instructor will provide the live lessons. An email will be sent to families with a link to join the program, as well as software instructions.

KGM - CARTOON COMPUTER ANIMATION — 8-12 years

Dive into STEAM with animation technology. This program will enhance your child’s creativity and bring their inspiring stories to life incorporating the 12 principles of animation. In this program, children will animate their own characters, create animated shorts and a final cartoon movie while developing logical thinking skills. Required:

an Apple© Ipad or Android Tablet is required for this program. A computer, microphone and speakers are required for the video. These programs will be online via video conference where a Kids’ Great Minds instructor will provide the live lessons. An email will be sent to families with a link to join the program, as well as software instructions.

KGM - CARTOON DIGITAL ANIMATION — 10-14 years

This course is for anyone who has artistic aspirations of creating stories through digital animation. Participants will incorporate the 12 principles of animation to animate their own characters, create animated shorts and a final cartoon movie. Required: an Apple© Ipad or Android

Tablet is required for this program. A computer, microphone and speakers is required for the video. These programs will be online via video conference where a Kids’ Great Minds instructor will provide the live lessons. An email will be sent to families with a link to join the program, as well as software instructions. KGM - GAMES AND ANIMATIONS PROGRAMMING — 8-11 years

This program introduces kids to the amazing world of computer programming. Using Scratch (from MIT), a fun and easy to use multimedia software; kids will have great adventures creating games and animations. Participants will be solving problems, designing games & animating characters while communicating ideas using stackable blocks of code. Required: a computer (PC, Mac or Chromebook),

microphone and speakers. These programs will be online via video conference where a Kids’ Great Minds instructor will provide the live lessons. An email will be sent to families with a link to join the program, as well as software instructions. KGM - HTML 5: WEB DESIGN — 10-14 years

Participants will learn how to create their own website. Some topics include creating links, adding images, using tables, page layout, how to add forms, and even insert video into your website with the HTML 5 specifications. Required: a computer (PC or Mac),

microphone and speakers. This course will be online via video conference where a Kids’ Great Minds instructor will provide the live lessons.

KGM - JR GAMES AND ANIMATION PROGRAMMING - FAMILY — 5-7 years

Participants will learn how to create their own website. Some topics Young children will learn beginner coding, allowing them to make their own characters come to life by programming them to move, jump, dance, sing and so much more. Children will learn problem solving, numeracy and literacy while still having fun! Required: 1 adult per

child, along with an Apple© Ipad or Android Tablet. A computer, microphone and speakers are also required for the video. These programs will be online via video conference where a Kids’ Great Minds instructor will provide the live lessons. An email will be sent to families with a link to join the program, as well as software instructions.

KGM - PC VIDEO GAME CREATION — 8-11 years

Participants will use a PC to learn a visual programming language from Microsoft©. Using an entirely icon-based interface, participants will learn advanced game design concepts (such as If statements, conditions, variables, sequencing and more) in a simple, direct, and intuitive manner. This intelligent screen time is an excellent opportunity to introduce children to computer programming. Required: a PC computer, microphone and speakers. Note: this

program is not compatible with Mac© computers. These programs will be online via video conference where a Kids’ Great Minds instructor will provide the live lessons. An email will be sent to families with a link to join the program, as well as software instructions.

The Town is working with Provincial and York Region Public Health Officials to provide safe programming during this Fall/Winter Season. The Town will monitor any changes related to COVID-19 and will make any necessary changes to programming to ensure the safety of our residents and employees. To stay up date on changes to programs and facilities, visit www.eastgwillimbury. ca/COVID19 or sign-up for the Towns eNewsletter at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/enews.

KGM - VIRTUAL REALITY CHARACTER DESIGN — 10-14 years

This program is for every child interested in 3D Character Design and Virtual Reality (VR)! Participants will learn how to create industry level, high resolution and textured 3D characters from their favourite movies and videogames. These characters will later be added to their own personalized environments that can be used in animations, video games and seen with VR devices. Required: a computer (PC or

Mac), microphone and speakers. These programs will be online via video conference where a Kids’ Great Minds instructor will provide the live lessons. An email will be sent to families with a link to join the program, as well as software instructions. KGM - 3D MODELLING AND PRINTING IN PERSON — 8-12 years

Children will learn how to design and model 3D objects from their favourite movies and video games, animals, moving pieces and anything else they can imagine. At the end of the program, children will be able to take home one of their newly created models! A 3D printer will also be brought in for students to see and learn how it works. Note: more pieces can be made at an additional cost.

KGM - ADVENTURES IN INTERACTIVE PROGRAMMING — 8-12 years

Makey Makey is a fun and interactive new way to create and enjoy your own games. Participants will work to design, program and implement; video games, interactive musical instruments, their own unique game controllers, and so much more, using both MaKey MaKey and common household items (ie; fruits, plants, play-doh, pasta, etc) For more info about Makey Makey: bit.ly/2Yz3ltO

BABYSITTING — 11-15 years

In partnership with SOS4Kids, The Canadian Red Cross Babysitting course covers everything from managing difficult behaviours to essential content on leadership and professional conduct as a babysitter. Babysitting promises to deepen and enhance the responsibility that older youth feel when caring for younger children. This updated curriculum, complete with new science, also provides improved learning when it comes to giving the appropriate care in the event of an emergency. This virtual program is instructor led on Zoom with 4, 1 hour 30 minute sessions. 100% attendance is required to receive certification. Manual and certification will be mailed to participants upon program completion.

HOME ALONE — 9-12 years

In partnership with SOS4Kids, this Home Alone program prepares children aged 9-12 years to be on their own at home or elsewhere for short periods of time. Course content includes online safety and internet luring, fire safety, street smarts, stranger and not-so-stranger danger, first aid, and step-by-step home alone readiness plans. This virtual program is instructor led on Zoom with 4, 1 hour 15 minute sessions. 100% attendance is required to receive certification. Manual and certification will be mailed to participants upon program completion.

PA DAY CAMP — 11-14 years

Join us for a day of Camp Fun! This camp is for children who love variety in their day! Campers will participate in traditional camp activities like games, sports, arts & crafts, and more! Camp hours are from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Extended camp hours allow for flexible drop off between 8-9 a.m. as well as flexible pick up between 4-5 p.m.

Season

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Program Age Weeks Day Start Time Location Fee Code

Acro / Jazz

Draw, Paint & Sculpt Intro to Karate

5-8yrs 10 Wed Oct. 6 6:15 to 7 p.m. EGSC $85 8454 9-13yrs 10 Tues Oct. 5 5:30 to 7 p.m HLCC $140 8449 7-12yrs 10 Mon Oct. 4 6 to 6:45 p.m. EGSC $180 8446

Kiddos Kick KGM - 3D Modelling and Printing Virtual

7-12yrs 10 Wed Oct. 6 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. MALCC $110 8448

8-12yrs 6 Thur Oct. 14 6:05 to 7:35 p.m. VIRT $140 8441

KGM - Cartoon Computer Animation 7-11yrs 6 Tue Oct. 12 5 to 6 p.m. VIRT $100 8437 KGM - Cartoon Digital Animation 10-14yrs 6 Tue Oct. 12 7:40 to 8:40 p.m. VIRT $100 8439 KGM - Games and Animations Programming 8-11yrs 6 Tue Oct. 12 6:05 to 7:35 p.m. VIRT $140 8438 KGM - HTML 5: Web Design 10-14yrs 6 Thu Oct. 14 7:40 to 9:10 p.m. VIRT $100 8442 KGM - Jr Games and Animation Programming - Family 5-7yrs 6 Sun Oct. 17 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. VIRT $100 8443 KGM - PC Video Game Creation 8-11yrs 6 Sun Oct. 17 10:35 a.m to 12:05 p.m. VIRT $140 8444 KGM - Virtual Reality Character Design 7-11yrs 6 Thu Oct. 14 5 to 6 p.m. VIRT $100 8440 KGM - 3D Modelling and Printing In Person 8-12yrs 6 Sun Oct. 17 9 to 10:30 a.m. EGSC $140 8491 KGM - Adventures in Interactive Programming 8-12yrs 6 Sun Oct. 17 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. EGSC $140 8492 Babysitting 11-15yrs 1 Mon-Thu Oct. 4-7 4:30 to 6 p.m. VIRT $65 8458 Babysitting 11-15yrs 1 Mon-Thu Nov. 15-18 6:30 to 8 p.m. VIRT $65 8459 Home Alone 9-12yrs 1 Tue-Fri Oct. 12-15 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. VIRT $65 8456

Home Alone

9-12yrs 1 Mon-Thu Nov. 29- Dec. 2 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. VIRT $65 8457

PA Day Camp

5-12yrs 1 Fri Nov. 19 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. EGSC $40 8484

HHAC: Harvest Hills Activity Centre EGSC: East Gwillimbury Sports Complex MALCC: Mount Albert Lion’s Community Centre VIRT: Virtual Program – Participants will receive a Zoom Link via email a minimum of 24 hours prior to the start of the program

LOCATION LEGEND

YOUTH & COMMUNITY INITIATIVES FUND

The Youth & Community Initiatives Fund provides families with financial support to ensure kids and elite athletes have the opportunity to play and participate in extra-curricular activities. Funding is also available for community groups (please see application on website for more information). The Youth & Community Initiatives Fund is supported through the Annual East Gwillimbury Mayor & Council Charity Golf Tournament.

Funding is available for:

Youth: Under the age of 19 Elite Athletes: Participating in provincial or national sporting events Community Groups: Not-for-profit and charitable organizations

For more information and to complete an application form visit:

www.eastgwillimbury.ca/initiativesfund

Questions?

Contact Gina Casey Executive Assistant to Mayor and Council 905-478-4283 ext. 1276 gcasey@eastgwillimbury.ca A special thank you to those who support the East Gwillimbury community and participate in the Mayor & Council Charity Golf Tournament each year.

FAIR, ACCESSIBLE, INCLUSIVE RECREATION

The Town of East Gwillimbury now offers a fee assistance program to ensure participants of all ages can participate in Fair, Accessible, and Inclusive Recreation opportunities in EG!

What is FAIR EG? FAIR EG provides residents of all ages discounts on Town recreation camps and programs. The discount is based on the number of members in the household as well as household income on a sliding scale.

How do I apply? How do I apply? The FAIR EG process is completely confidential, respectful and ONLINE dignified. Fill out an application at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/faireg www.eastgwillimbury.ca/faireg or contact our Recreation Services Team.

or contact our Recreation Services Team. Questions? Questions? For more information, contact our Recreation Services Team: For more information, contact our Recreation Services Team at 905-478-3826 ext. 1402 ( 905-478-3826 ext. 1402 or by kmawhinney@eastgwillimbury.ca kmawhinney@eastgwillimbury.ca