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Recreational (public) skating

Recreational swimming

Swimming lessons and aquatic programs

Visit our swimming lesson page for lesson schedules, information and descriptions before registering.

Registered arena programs

Adult Beginner Hockey (Level 1)

Winter session: Sunday, January 8 to 29, 8 to 9am

We've partnered up with local hockey coach Bill Buckton to deliver this beginner program designed for adults with basic skating skills and no hockey experience. Participants will learn the fundamentals of hockey and focus on skill development over the 5-week session.

Adult Beginner Hockey (Level 2)

Winter session: Sunday, February 5 to March 19, 8 to 9am 

This program provides you the opportunity to get on the ice and play with others of the same basic skill level. The intention is for everyone to practice, play the game and continue to develop their skills. This is a great next step for those who participated in level 1of the beginner hockey program. There is limited instruction.

Ball hockey (ages 3 to 14 years)

Registration opens in early 2023.

This is a co-ed program that focuses on skill development and game play for ages 3 to 14. This program operates during the spring session. Stay tuned for 2023 dates. For more information, email ssballhockey@gmail.com.

Kamps for Kids' weekly programs, Active Kids and camps

Kamps for Kids offer evening programs, Active Kids and PA day, March Break and specialty summer camps. Drop down each menu below for more information on the programs.

Registration information

• Programs are now open for registration online or in-person
• Phone registration or questions: 519-832-2008 ext. 131
• Follow Kamps for Kids: Instagram and Facebook @SaugeenShoresKampsforKids

Drop-in Kids Fun Zone (2023 dates)

The Kids Fun Zone is operated by Kamps for Kids and offers drop-in open, unstructured movement and play for kids 0 to 6 years. Upcoming dates in 2023 include:

• Fridays, January 13, February 10, March 3 and April 14
• Drop-in from 9:30 to 11:30am
• Rotary Hall at the Plex in Port Elgin
• $10 per family
• Parent/caregiver must be present with children

Payment by cash, debit or credit card is available. If paying by debit or credit card, please pay at the municipal office on the main floor of the Plex before entering Rotary Hall.

Community sports and recreation 

Many community sports and recreation programs are provided by several local organizations, associations and clubs. Visit our community page for a full contact listing of sports, recreation and leisure groups.

The Town operates recreational facilities that community groups rent or lease (long-term) including these minor sports programs:

• Breakers Swim Team
• Saugeen Shores Minor Baseball Association
• Saugeen Shores Minor Hockey Association
• Saugeen Shores Skating Club
• Saugeen Shores United Football Club

Programs and events photo consent

Participants can consent or not consent when registering for programs and events online.

I am a consenting adult/legal guardian and hereby authorize the Town of Saugeen Shores to use my and or my dependent(s) name and or image in its public relations and communication materials. I understand that the photograph(s) taken within a year from today’s date during Town programs, events or in Town facilities may be used in a publication, print advertisement, direct-mail pieces, electronic media (e.g., video, website, social media, etc.) or other form of communication.

In giving my consent, I hereby release and hold harmless the Town of Saugeen Shores and their agents, employees, officials, representatives and contractors from any and all responsibility or liability for damage of any kind suffered in any manner whatsoever. I hereby relinquish any and all personal or proprietary rights I may have in connection with such use. I understand that I will receive no compensation should any photograph of me and or my dependents be used.

Refund policy

The refund policy applies to dryland and aquatic programs operated by the Department of Community Services (Town-operated) and operated by program providers under contract with the Department of Community Services (Town-contracted). If an exception to this policy applies, it will be indicated at the time of registration.

1. If a program is cancelled by Community Services, a full or partial refund will apply depending on number of classes attended
2. Program fees for Town-operated and Town-contracted program, both dry-land and aquatic are refundable up to two weeks (14 days) prior to a program’s start date. A full refund, less the $20.00 administration fee will apply.
3. No refunds will be issued within two weeks (14 days) of a program start date except for COVID-19 related and medical reasons, or if a vacancy can be filled through the waiting list.
4. For program withdrawal during programs due to COVID-19 related or medical reasons, the participant will be refunded for number of classes remaining, less the $20 administration fee.
5. For Town-operated programs, if a refund credit is left on account for future use, the administration fee is not charged. This does not apply for Town-contracted programs.

Recreation waiver

Participants are required to agree to the recreation waiver at the time of registration.

In consideration of Myself, Son, Daughter or Ward being admitted into the programs operated by any department falling under the auspices of the Department of Community Services, I hereby release the Corporation of the Town of Saugeen Shores from all claims for damages incurred from any accident or injury which is caused by or arises from participation of the applicant herein, during any program, or in any facility on any location, where a program is being conducted. I hereby give permission for the person in charge, to enact the municipal emergency action procedure, including activating the community emergency system, in the event of an accident involving the above-mentioned participant.

Allergy and nut awareness

Please review our Allergy and Nut Awareness policies before attending programs in our facilities.