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COVID-19 update

Beginning March 21, 2022 mask/face coverings are no longer required for patrons to enter indoor municipal settings, including the Centennial Pool and arenas. Patrons and employees may choose to continue wearing a mask. Patrons are encouraged to stay home when they are sick and practice frequent hand hygiene when attending facilities or programs.

Registration

Spring and summer program registration

Town-run spring and summer aquatic programs and summer camps open for registration. Activity numbers are included in the program schedules for easy searching online.

Programs are open for registration
Register online, or call 519-832-2008 ext. 131

Program information

Click on each program for descriptions, dates, times and fees.

Recreational (public) skating

Visit our arenas page for skating schedule and protocols.

Recreational swimming

Visit our pool page for the pool schedule and protocols.

Aquatic summer camps

Visit our lessons and program page for the 2022 aquatic summer camp schedule.

Swimming lessons and aquatic programs

Registration information

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

Registered arena programs and ball hockey

Programs are running as scheduled. Click links for more information and to register.

Adult Beginner Hockey (Level 1)

Sessions will resume in Fall 2022.

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)

The Fall session will resume in October 2022.

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)

This is a co-ed program that focuses on skill development and game play for ages 3 to 14. Teams play once per week, from May 9 to June 23 at the Plex in Port Elgin. View description, divisions, dates and times. Register online until divisions are full or until April 4, 2022.

For program-specific questions, email ssballhockey@gmail.com.

Kamps for Kids programs 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.

Spring programs are currently underway. Registration is open for the May program
Summer camps are now open for registration online

Evening programs

Join Kamps for Kids for interactive and experiential programs. Fees, times and location vary by program, view online descriptions for more information.

Kickstart to Kindergarten (3 to 4 years)

May 2, 9, 16, Southampton Coliseum

This interactive program is designed for children ages 3 to 4 years to assist with preparing them for their fun upcoming school adventures. Get a jump start on math, science, literacy, creative arts and activity taught through fun crafts and games.

Active Kids

Active Kids engages tots and tykes from walking to 5 years in movement and musical based activities that develop agility, balance and coordination skills through play. Caregiver participation required for those 3 and under.

Program dates: Spring programs are underway. Sessions will resume again in Fall 2022.

PA day, holiday and March Break camps

Kamps for Kids camps offer interactive days full of fun and play to keep kids active, creative and engaged. Days are filled with outdoor time, learning experiences and making new friends. Most days include skating (optional). PA days include a pizza lunch.

Upcoming PA day camp: PA day camp: June 3, activity number: 20892

Location: Green Room, Coliseum, 9am to 4pm

Camp fee: $65 (pizza lunch provided)

What to bring: Mask (optional), water bottle, nut-free snacks/lunch, backpack, dress for the weather, hat, sun screen, indoor and outdoor shoes,

Summer camps

Camps are now open for registration. All summer camps take place in Southampton based out of the Southampton Coliseum, except the week of August 22 to 26.

Camp dates and descriptions

Colour Me Crazy, July 11 to 15: Join us for a week of all colours and rainbows! We can’t wait to explore creativity with all the colours and sparkles. This week includes tie-dying, colouring, painting, crafting with plenty of colourful materials and plenty of colourful games.
Adventure Unlimited, July 18 to 22: This program will spark your kid's sense of adventure! Campers will take part in team challenges, obstacle courses, relay races, scavenger hunts, jump rope games and so much more. Join us for an adventure-filled week!
Wet and Wild, July 25 to 29: There is no better way to embrace the heat of a summer day than a little water play! Get ready for some fun in the sun with some refreshing water activities and games, as well as the splash pad! Bathing suits, towels and sunscreen required!
Fun and Fitness, August 8 to 12: Let’s get active! Kids will be engaged in a fun, high energy week emphasizing the importance of having fun! We will focus on fundamental movement skills and developing athletic skills through fun and playful activities.
Down to a Science, August 15 to 19: This program will spark your kid’s naturally curious mind while inspiring a love for science! During this week we will be doing all things science experimenting, exploring, observing and recording our findings.
The Great Outdoors, August 22 to 26: Young nature enthusiasts will spend the week exploring and uncovering the beauty and mysteries of our great outdoors through different daily adventures! Each day will be filled with games, exploratory hikes, eco activities and crafts. Come explore with us! This camp takes place in Port Elgin at the North Shore Park pavilion.

Fee assistance

Learn more about financial assistance programs in our community that provide families in need with access to swimming lessons and recreation programs.

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

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.

If a program is cancelled by Community Services, a full or partial refund will apply depending on number of classes attended
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.
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.
For program withdrawal due to COVID-19 related or medical reasons, the participant will be refunded for number of classes remaining, less the $20 administration fee.
If a refund credit is left on account for future use, the administration fee is not charged.

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.