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Registration Information

Sign up for any of our activities using our convenient online registration system or call 519-832-2008 ext 131. Activity numbers are included in the program descriptions and schedules for easy searching online. Find more information by downloading the program schedules. 

Fall Program Registration

Fall registration for aquatics and Kamps for Kids programs is now open for registration.

  • Aquatic programs and swimming lessons
  • Kamps for Kids evening programs and school break camps

Visit Online Registration Portal

Program Information

Click on each program for more information.

Recreational (public) Skating

Recreational skating is available at The Plex and Southampton Coliseum. Visit our arenas page for skating schedule and fees. 

Recreational Swimming

Visit our pool page for the recreational pool schedule.

Swimming Lessons and Aquatic Programs

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

Kamps for Kids' Evening Programs and School Year Camps

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

Registration Information

  • Programs are open for viewing online
  • Add programs to your wish list for easy check-out on registration morning
  • Fall and winter programs open for registration online August 27 at 6:00 a.m.
  • Phone registration or questions: 519-832-2008 ext. 131
  • Follow Kamps for Kids: Instagram and Facebook @SaugeenShoresKampsforKids

Evening Programs

Join Kamps for Kids for interactive and experience-based programs. Fees, times and location vary by program, view online for more information. 

Programs are open for registration online.

 

Kids in the Kitchen, November 10, 17, 24

Cooking with kids at any age can be fun! Children will learn how to cook simple, inexpensive, tasty and healthy meals and snacks. Special guests will talk about healthy eating, and teach us how to make healthy recipes. Activity number: 25414

Ages: 7 to 12 years, Fee: $90, Location: Rotary Hall at The Plex

Holiday Fun!, December 1, 8, 15

Celebrate the holiday season and get into the festive spirit. We'll decorate cookies, create festive decorations and have fun with holiday-inspired crafts and activities. Activity number: 25415.

Ages: 4 to 12 years, Fee: $80, Location: Rotary Hall at The Plex

Bedazzled Jewelry Making, January 12, 19, 26

You will love creating your own jewelry! Participants will be choosing patterns, colour combinations and seeing their visions come to life over this 3-week program. Activity number: 25416

Ages: 7 to 12 years, Fee: $90, Location: Rotary Hall at The Plex

Let's Bake! February 2, 9, 23

Kids learn to bake! Join us for this interactive hands-on program where children will learn basic baking techniques. Our instructor will guide these young bakers through something different each week. Activity number: 25417.

Ages: 7 to 12 years, Fee: $90, Location: Rotary Hall at The Plex

Active Kids (walking to 5 years)

The Active Kids program is designed for little ones who are walking to 5 years. Programming is designed to support different age groups, with caregiver participation required for tots 2 years and younger.

For little ones walking to 2 years, the sessions explore music and fitness to get your tot grooving and moving while developing agility, balance and coordination. Parent participation is required.

For preschoolers 3 to 5 years, the sessions encourage independence and confidence with a musical flair. Fundamental movement skills and healthy habits will be enhanced through gross motor play and non-stop fun!

Fall 2025 Sessions

Mondays from 5:30-6:15 p.m. in Rotary Hall at The Plex

  • September 15, 22, 29, activity: 25424
  • October 6, 20, 27, activity: 25425
  • November 10, 17, 24, activity: 25426
  • December 1, 8, 15, activity: 25427

School Year Day Camps

Kamps for Kids' full-day (9am-4pm) camps offer fun, interactive days that keep kids 4 to 12 years active, creative and engaged while making new friends. PA Day Camps include a pizza lunch. Camps operate in the Green Room at the Southampton Coliseum. 

2025/2026 Camp Dates
  • PA Day: October 24, activity: 25419
  • PA Day: November 21, activity: 25420
  • PA Day: January 30, activity: 25421
  • Holiday Camp: December 29 to 31, activity: 25422
  • March Break: March 16 to 20, activity: 25423
What to Bring
  • water bottle
  • nut-free snacks and lunch (pizza provided on PA days)
  • backpack
  • weather-appropriate clothing and gear
  • indoor and outdoor shoes
  • skates and helmet

 Ball Hockey

The 2025 ball hockey season has ended. Check back for 2026 registration dates. This is a co-ed program that focuses on skill development and game play for ages 3 up to 16.

Benefits of Playing Ball Hockey

  • Learn team work and sportsmanship
  • Build stick-handling, passing and shooting skills
  • Improve coordination and endurance

Contact Information

Contact Jeff at ssballhockey@gmail.com or 519-386-3817.

 

Adult Beginner Hockey Programs

Our Adult Beginner Hockey programs will start again this fall. Online program registration is now open. 

Programming takes place Sundays at the Southampton Coliseum. 

Adult Beginner Hockey Basics: Fall 2025

Whether you are brand new to the game of hockey, or have attended previous adult beginner hockey programs with Bill Buckton, this fall session is for you. This program is for adults with basic skating skills and no or limited hockey experience. Participants will learn the fundamentals of hockey and focus on skill development over the 4-weel session.

Fall 2025 session (activity number 25513): Sundays, October 19 to November 9, 8:00 to 8:50am

Adult Beginner Pick-Up Hockey (Shinny): Fall

This pick-up shinny hockey program is for adults who are at the beginner level of playing. Register online in advance (until 4pm the Friday before), or pay at the door when you arrive.

Do you have the basic skills to play organized hockey and would like to further your skills to improve your game? This is a great next step for those that have participated in our adult beginner hockey programs with Bill Buckton.

This drop-in program provides the opportunity to get on the ice with other of the same basic skill level. There is no formal instruction. Co-ed for ages 16 and older. 

Pick-Up Date

  • Fall pick-up dates: November 16, 23, 30 and December 7, 8:00 to 8:50am
  • Drop-in fee: $10 (HST included).
  • Register online by 4pm the Friday before, or pay cash at the door when you arrive. 

 

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

Pryde AWC

Pryde Aquatic and Wellness Centre

The Town of Saugeen Shores has built a state-of-the-art Aquatic and Wellness Centre (AWC) that houses an eight-lane pool, warm water leisure pool as well as a fitness and wellness centre, dual indoor gymnasium, and indoor track in addition to multiple multi-use program areas.

With excitement and deep gratitude, the Town of Saugeen Shores is proud to announce that the official name of the new recreation facility is the Pryde Aquatic and Wellness Centre (Pryde AWC).

The Pryde AWC has something for everyone from drop-in sports to fitness classes, lane swims, aquatic fitness classes, child and youth programs, and a steam room. You are sure to find something that interests you in this state-of-the-art facility!

Click the button below to visit the Pryde AWC webpage

Pryde AWC

Fee Assistance

Learn more about Affordable Recreation Program and Financial Assistance Programs in our community that provide families in need with access to swimming lessons, recreation programs, Childcare, and Active Passes for the Aquatic and Wellness Centre.

Program Policies

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

Registered Program 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.

Active Pass / Membership Refund Policy:

Refunds or account credits will not be offered to Active Pass holders for facility operations disruptions including but not limited to drop-in program cancellations and facility closures.

Active Passes (excluding 10-visit/punch passes) can be canceled at any time before the end of their term without penalty. Should any payments be remaining on an active pass term, remaining payments will be charged at time of cancelation. Refunds will not be issued for any remaining time on the pass, except in cases of valid medical reasons or bereavement.

Valid medical reasons include, but are not limited to, serious illness, surgery, or injury requiring extended recovery, and chronic conditions that significantly impair daily activities.

If a refund is issued, it will be prorated and subject to a $20.00 administration fee. In the event the refund is less than $20.00, no refund will be issued.

In the event of valid medical reason or bereavement, members may wish to put their membership on “pause” for a period of time until normal activities may be resumed. In the event a pause in membership will extend beyond December 31 of the given year, a prorated refund will be issued less a $20.00 administration fee.

No refunds will be issued for 10 visit / punch passes. 10 visit / punch passes are not eligible to be put on a “pause” as they do not expire.

Pryde Aquatic and Wellness Centre Drop-in Program Refund Policy:

If a drop-in program is canceled or halted due to facility closure or service disruption, single-use drop-in users, day-use users, or punch card users (all non-Active Pass users) will be credited a single-entry admission. This credit can be used for either a drop-in or day-use entry, depending on the original entry method, and must be used within the calendar year.

Users wishing to receive a drop-in program cancellation credit must check in with the reception desk prior to leaving the AWC on the date of program disruption. Program cancellation credits hold no cash value.

Recreation Waiver

In consideration of myself, my child, or my ward (hereafter referred to as “the participant”) being admitted into Town of Saugeen Shores facilities and/or participating in programs operated by any division under the Department of Community Services, I hereby release the Corporation of the Town of Saugeen Shores, its contractors, officers, and elected officials from all claims for damages arising from any accident, injury, or loss related to such participation or facility use. 

 

The participant/designate understands and agrees to comply with all facility rules, posted age restrictions, policies, and expectations, including but not limited to swim admission standards, refund policies, facility usage guidelines, nut and allergy awareness policies, and capacity limits. 

 

I authorize the use of the participant’s photo, video, or likeness for municipal and/or promotional purposes. 

I give permission for authorized municipal staff, officers, or elected officials to enact the Municipality’s Emergency Procedures, policies, and/or Emergency Response Plans, including the Community Emergency Plan, in the event of an injury, accident, or incident involving the participant. 

 

By signing this waiver, I authorize the Corporation of the Town of Saugeen Shores to automatically withdraw membership/program fees and any associated charges from the account or payment method(s) I have provided. I understand that these payments will occur on a recurring basis and may change in accordance with current rates and fees and/or membership qualifiers. I agree to ensure sufficient funds are available to cover these transactions. I may revoke this authorization at any time by providing written notice to the Community Services department at least 14 business days prior to the next scheduled payment. I acknowledge that failure to maintain valid payment information may result in suspension or termination of membership and/or program participation. 

 

Memberships and enrollments are non-transferable and may only be used by the individual to whom they are issued without prior municipal consent. 

 

Allergy and Nut Awareness

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

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