Elgin West Community Centre

11099 Bathurst Street

905-508-7012

The Elgin West Community Centre is a fully accessible facility, whose main highlights consist of its leisure and toddler pools, its multi-purpose rooms, and its interpretive centre.

Langstaff Community Centre

115 Red Maple Road

905-882-4295

The Langstaff Community Centre is a fully accessible facility that features three large gymnasiums, two large meeting rooms, a kitchen with bar facilities and a stage.

 Richvale Community Centre

160 Avenue Road

905-884-0855

The Richvale Community Centre is a fully accessible facility that was recently renovated to include a new swirl/tot pool, an upgraded pool area, new change rooms, and a newly upgraded meeting rooms.

Rouge Woods Community Centre

110 Shirley Drive

905-787-1441

The Rouge Woods Community Centre is a fully accessible facility that boasts a four court indoor Bocce facility on top of one large gymnasium, two large meeting rooms, a photographers’ dark room, and a teaching kitchen with bar facilities.

Richmond Hill’s

Golf Courses

Maple Downs Golf & Country Club (Private)

11101 Dufferin Street
Phone: 905-832-0880
Fax: 905-832-4916

Richmond Hill Golf Club (Public)

This 18-hole, par 70, championship golf course offers to the public a challenging round of golf with its 77 sand traps, 11 water hazards, doglegs, and undulating greens. Practice facilities, featuring a driving range, chipping area, and putting greens are also available. With a banquet hall overlooking these beautiful greens, it’s no wonder that the Richmond Hill Golf Club has made itself one of Richmond Hill’s most prestigious venues for events.

 Bathurst Glen Golf Club (Public)

12481 Bathurst Street

Phone: 905-773-4334

Fax: 905-773-1627

DiamondBack Golf Club (Private)

13300 Leslie Street

Phone: 905-888-9612
Fax: 905-888-9605

Summit Golf & Country Club (Private)

11901 Younge Street

Phone: 905-884-8189
Fax: 905-884-6398

Boasting an 18-hole course for the past 93 years, summit has brought a sense of heritage and renaissance to the golfing community. There isn’t a golfer alive who doesn’t dream of the sheer lyrical, indefinable joy of the perfect round, perhaps not so much in terms of score, but certainly in terms of almost everything else: the perfect time of day, the perfect hole, the perfect pace, the perfect view, the perfect “atmosphere”. The ideal is rare and very few golf courses provide the potential for reaching it – but The Summit is, undeniably one of them.

 Bloomington Downs Golf Club (Public)

885 Bloomington Road East

Phone: 905-773-1936

This public golf course and country club boasts an 18-hole golf course, an 18-hole miniature golf course, a five-station batting cage, and a large flood-lit driving range with Astroturf and grass tees, practice sand traps, putting greens, and a licensed snack bar that’ll satisfy your game-driven hunger.

Richmond Hill’s

Adult Programs

BADMINTON- RECREATIONAL

A program aimed at playing strictly for enjoyment. Don’t miss the chance to improve your badminton skills with other participants of varying skill levels! No instructionprovided. Note: Birdies and racquet are required. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

BALL HOCKEY - CO-ED

Enjoy some co-ed recreational ball hockey. Games will be established each week in our full size gym. All skill levels are welcome. Balls and nets are supplied and if you wish to bring your own stick, the blades must be plastic. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

BALLROOM DANCING - BEGINNER

Enjoy fun evenings and learn to dance the basic steps of the major ballroom dances including: the Social Foxtrot, Cha Cha, Waltz and Rumba. Simple sequences will give you the confidence to dance comfortably together on any dance floor. Partners are required. This program is designed for beginner students with little or no previous dance experience. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

BALLROOM DANCING - INTERMEDIATE

This course is designed for the slightly more advanced dancer who already has a good working knowledge of the dances featured in the beginner course. In addition to further developing the dances from the previous level, your instructor will introduce you to the exciting rhythm of the Samba and the staccato movement of the Tango. Partners are required. Prerequisite: Must have completed the Ballroom Dance – Beginner program or have previous dance experience. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

BALLROOM DANCING - ADVANCED

For couples who are already proficient in the ballroom dances previously taught in the beginner and intermediate levels. This course will help develop styling and technique as well as the ability to lead and follow the more advanced variations shown. You will also be introduced to a new dance, the fast moving Jive. Partners are required. Prerequisite: Must have completed the beginner and intermediate courses. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide. 

BASKETBALL - MENS

Basketball is a great way to keep fit and have fun! At 15 minute warm up will be followed by a full court game while. All skill levels are welcome. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

BASKETBALL - WOMENS

This program is designed for women ages 16- 25 to play in a recreational league. The first week will be used to evaluate skill level and create balanced teams. Each team will play a 30-45 minute game in each of the remaining weeks. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide. 

BELLY DANCING - LEVEL 1

An introduction to the basics of the ancient and sensual art of belly dancing. Used as a dance form or for fitness, you will learn how toisolateandcontrolyourbody movements, then, put the movestogetherto createasimplebut fluidandrhythmic dance routine. This is an opportunity to have some fun while you celebrate your uniqueness as a woman. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

BELLY DANCING - LEVEL 2

Continuing in the ancient and sensual art of belly dancing, you will now fine tune the isolation and control of your body movements, learned in Level 1. The focus will be on adding to and expressing the movements in more intricate sequences.

You will also explore the art of veil work. This is an opportunity to continue your exploration and expression of your uniqueness as a woman, while transferring this awareness to all aspects of your life. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

DANCE - CONTEMPORPARY

This dance program incorporates four different styles including Hip Hop, Latin, Disco and Jazz. You will learn this fast paced, freestyle dancing to hot new artists. Routines are broken down and taught step by step. These flashy moves can be danced to most nightclub music. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

DANCE - HIP HOP

Dance your way to an urban, energetic, up beat style similar to Usher and Beyonce. Grab your running shoes and be ready to bust a move! For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

DANCE - LATIN FOR COUPLES

This program begins with the basic fundamentals in Salsa and Merengue including: timing, posture, leading& following, style and basic steps. If time permits, it moves onto combining the steps into different variations. It offers easy-to-follow patterns that will give you enough material to be comfortable on the dance floor. Partners are required. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

FILM FESTIVAL

With the support of the Film Circuit and Silver City Theatre, we will be offering a Series of 3 critically acclaimed films on the fourth Monday of each month. The selection of films to be offered are personal favourites of the Toronto International FilmFestivalandhavereceivedmany nationalandinternationalawards. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

GUITAR - INTRODUCTORY

Participants will learn proper handling of a guitar, basic theory, timing, strumming, reading music, traditional notation, tablature, and chords. Performance skills will be established by working in groups and you have an option of participating in a recital at the end of the course. The remaining weeks will focus on songs of your choice with intermittent theory and technique lessons with reference to modern rock, punk, classical, and folk music. By the end of the course students will have a good understanding of beginner guitar. Note: Participants must provide their own guitar. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

KICKBOXING

We offer you this exciting NEW program. Kickboxing is one of the best workouts in the world for releasing the stress, tension and frustration. At the same time, our classes tone muscle and reduce fat quicker than any other workout. Kickboxing is safe, fun and utilizes the proven techniques of self defence. It’s the perfect workout! For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

MEDITATION FOR PEACE OF MIND

We offer newcomers and seasoned meditators a chance to share the experience of various meditation techniques in a group setting. Research has shown that meditation contributes to reducing stress and increasing your health and well-being by moving into deeper states of relaxation. Come and develop a new practice or deepen your existing one in practicing with others. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

PAINTING IN WATERCOLOUR LEVEL 1

In this program you will explore the many techniques of traditional water colour painting. Participants will learn a way to see nature with the eyes of a painter through colour and shape reading exercises. As your confidence grows through the practice of technique, and seeing you will be encouraged to develop your own vision among still life displays or from nature. Participants must come prepared with their own supplies. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide. 

PAINTING IN WATERCOLOUR LEVEL 2

This program provides the opportunity to explore more in depth lessons given in Painting in Watercolour Level 1. Emphasis on colour, composition and symbol will be explored as well as more slide shows and weekly critiques that focus on each artist’s vision. Participants must come prepared with their own supplies. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

PHOTOGRAPHY - INTRO DIGITAL IMAGING

We offer a digital imaging course with the recreational photographer in mind. It is taught in the practical context of problem solving. You will learn how to identify and correct many of the common elements that weaken an image. Watch how a professional transforms everyday snapshots into photographic works of art. Everyone will be provided with the same images and all instructional notes to practice the same techniques at home. Participants should have a basic understanding of computers. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

PHOTOGRAPHY - INTRO TO DIGITAL CAMERAS

We offer a course that puts you ahead of the camera. Through a series of hands on exercises you will gain practical experience with the functions of a digital camera. Best of all, the information associated with this new technology is delivered in plain language. The knowledge you gain in this course will give you the skills to brilliantly illustrate the people and places in your life, even if you’ve never studied photography before. We will even supply the camera for those of you who don’t yet have one. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide. 

PHOTOGRAPHY PRESENTATION

Come out to a Free Presentation and learn all about our two courses in digital photography. Our instructor will demonstrate what benefits exist for those who make the transition to digital and provide a detailed outline of what’s involved. Guidance will also be provided for those who have not yet purchased a digital camera. Learn what features are useful and what to avoid. Explore camera accessories and learn how much you can expect to spend. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

PILATES BASIC

This program is for participants with little or no experience of Pilates or those who are getting back into fitness. This slower paced class gives you all the basic principles and exercises without jarring or stressing your body. A series of exercises done on a mat, Pilates will help you to improve your posture, body awareness, increase your core strength and flexibility. This program will help you feel relaxed and focused. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.DULT PROGRAMS

PILATES BEGINNNER

This program is for participants with little or no experience of Pilates, and with a GOOD level of fitness. This class moves more quickly than Pilates Basics, giving you all the essential principles and exercises. Emphasizing precise breathing and smooth, flowing movements, regular practice of Pilates will help you to gain a stronger, leaner, more graceful body and a more focused, attentive mind. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

PILATES CONTINUING

This program is for anyone who has completed two sessions of our Beginner Pilates, or who has equivalent Pilates experience. Increasing speed and challenge and introducing new, more complex exercises with detailed instruction, this class will take you deeper into the Pilates mind, body, fitness experience. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

POTTERY WHEEL CLASS

Here’s your opportunity to experience the sensation of transforming a lump of clay into a lidded container, bud vase or anything else you can dream up! You will be introduced to basic pinching, pulling, pounding and rolling. Class sizes are limited to increase your wheel time. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

SALSA - BEGINNER

Salsa is danced using three steps but, to music with four beats. This results in a highlighted beat, which underlies Salsa extreme flexibility and personal choice. Salsa dance has been influenced by other popular Latin dances such as the Merengue and Cumbia. Your competitive Salsa dance instructor will guide you through the basic salsa steps (quick-quick slow count), working on turning, arm position and creating your individual highlight of the fourth beat. Partners are not required! For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

SEWING -LEVEL 1

Save dollars on your clothing budget. No previous experience is required. This course will cover sewing terminology, fabric characteristics, reading patterns, marking and sewing instructions. Garments will be completed during the course of this program. You must bring your sewing machine to all classes but the first one. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide. 

SEWING - DRAPERY AND PILLOWS

This program works on more advanced projects specializing in: home drapery, bedroom accessories and pillows. Materials needed for projects are to be purchased by the participants. You must have sewing experience and bring your own sewing machine to all classes but the first one. PREREQUISITE:

Sewing Level 1 For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

SMART SERVE PROGRAM

The Smart Serve Training Program provides beverage servers with the information they need to understand and implement the skills of responsible alcohol service. Upon completion of the program, servers will be able to: lower liability risks by learning how to prevent guests from overindulging, learn how to plan ahead to prevent guests from drinking excessively, learn to recognize signs of intoxicationand prevent guests from becoming intoxicated, and learn how to manage their risks by preparing and following a risk management plan. Responsible servers are professionals who know how to prevent problems from occurring and how to intervene when they do occur. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide. 

STAINED GLASS - THE 3^RD DIMENSION (INTERMEDIATE)

Create unique 3 dimensional treasures for your home or gift giving. Our professional stained glass artist will guide you in making your choice of seasonal ornaments, boxes, candle holders or whatever your creative mind desires! A choice of patterns will be available to participants prior to the class. All participants are to bring their stained glass equipment, materials for the copper foil, a selection of glass and their lunch. Prerequisites: Completed Stained Glass- Copper Foil for Beginners or previous experience working in stained glass. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide. 

STAINED GLASS LAMP SHADE (INTERMEDIATE)

Learn the tricks of the trade to create a copper foil stained glass lamp shade. Prior to the first class participants will receive a choice of designs and be required to have their material and equipment for the first night. All materials are to be supplied by the participant. Prerequisites: Completed Stained Glass-Copper Foil for Beginners or previous experience working in stained glass. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

STAINED GLASS - COPPER FOIL FOR BEGINNERS

If you have never tried the art of stained glass, this is where to begin. Participants will be provided with an introductory session to the tools of the trade and find out where to purchase materials. Then participants will go on to learn the basic copper foil method of stained glass. All materials are to be supplied by the participant, includinga workboard, glass and tools. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

TABLE TENNIS - CO-ED

This recreational level Table Tennis program provides you with the opportunity to play table tennis with your friends. Rotations will be organized by a convenor. Please bring your own paddle and ball. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

TAI CHI – BASIC

Introduce yourself to Tai Chi and achieve healthandtranquility. Tai Chi is characterizedbygentle, smooth, harmonious, and steady movements that increase mobility inmuscles, joints and ligaments. Tai Chi can improve circulation, coordination, balance, flexibilityand concentration. This program will focus on: creating slow, soft and continuously flowing movements, techniques requiring greater use of one’s internal energy and mind expressed through the physical body. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

TAI CHI - PROGRESSIVE

Participants must have completed the Tai Chi - Continuing program to register. The progressive program practices the mobilization and delivery of techniques through one's internal energy and mind. This will generate instinctive, spontaneous, and instantaneous movements. This advanced process beautifies the physical bodies movements creating the appearance of rolling waves. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

TAI CHI FAN

Introduce yourself to Tai Chi Fan Style. This beautiful exercise is performed with a hand fan and will help to improve circulation, coordination, balance, flexibility and concentration. This class is suited to any level of experience. Fan will be provided during the class time. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

TEDDY BEAR- BROWN BAGGER

No toy in history will hold the interest of the child so well as the bear. In this workshop, participants will make a 16. non-jointed teddy bear using a sewing machine. Studentsmustbringtheirownsewing machine, sewing kit, and provide their own fabric for the workshop. A list of supplies will be provided to the participants once registered for the program. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

TENNISBEGINNER 1

We offer the following Tennis Program for participants just starting to play tennis. Learn the fundamentals and proper techniques. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

TENNISBEGINNER 2

We offer the following Tennis Program for players who can maintain a rally of 8 – 10 ballsconsistently (from the service line only). Emphasis will be on the further development of fundamentals and proper technique. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

TENNISINTERMEDIATE

We offer the following Tennis Programs for players who can maintain a rally or 8 – 10 balls consistently (from the baseline) and have a sound knowledge of grips, strokes and serving techniques. Emphasis will be on developing rallyingskillsandbecoming morecomfortablewithmovementand stroke production. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

TENNIS ADVANCED

We offer the following Tennis Program for the players who can maintain a rally of 8 – 10 balls consistently (from the baseline) and have a sound knowledge of grips, strokes and serving techniques. Emphasis will be placed on the development of power and spin in all aspects of the game. Court positioning and

strategy will also be taught. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

THERAPEUTIC TOUCH - LEVEL ONE

Learn to use your hands to facilitate healing in health care, at work, with family and friends. Anyone can learn this non-invasive holistic energy-based technique for pain, stress, anxiety, depression, burns, fractures, wounds and palliative care. Plentyof handoutsandCertificateof Attendance. Instructor is a Recognized Teacher with The Therapeutic Touch Network Ontario. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

VOLLEYBALL - BEGINNER/RECREATIONAL

This basic volleyball program will review the basics fundamental skills (i.e. passing bumping and serving) at the start of each class. Participants will then be divided in to teams for the remainder of the class. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

VOLLEYBALL - CO-ED

This co-ed program offers a fun, safe and relaxing atmosphere. Registrants will begin with a warm up, then registrants will be randomly placed on teams established each week and games will be played. Not recommended for beginners. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

VOLLEYBALL - COMPETITIVE

Players at this level have strong fundamentals of the game including: serving, passing, setting, attacking and blocking. Players must be knowledgeable of volleyball systems and tactics (i.e. 5-1 and 6-2 systems) to maintain the integrity at this level of play and safety. Two courts will be used to establish games each class. NOT recommended for beginners. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

WOOD WORKING - INTRODUCTION

The essential skills of woodworking are covered in this program without the need to purchase any tools! Thursdays are instructional modules which include: hand tools, portable power tools, machinery, and wood tuning if time permits. Sundays nightsarepracticalapplicationsof the modules covered previously. Within the program, measuring and marking wood carefully, crosscutting and ripping boards by and, keeping your tools sharper, cutting joints and finishing techniques will also be discussed. You will learn proper and safe use of many brand name tools and woodworking machines. Wood and fasteners used for individual projects are to be purchased by the participants. Through practicing the techniques covered with both hand tools and machines, you will grasp the basics of woodworking! For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

YOGA ASHTANGA (LEVEL 1)

We offer a dynamic flow of postures where breath and movement are linked together to build up heat in the body. This is a strenuous and challenging flow of sun-salutations and postures that maximizes strength and flexibility. This is considered a preparatory class in order to master the fundamentals and is strongly recommended prior to taking Ashtanga Level 2. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

YOGA ASHTANGA (LEVEL 2)

We offer a more advanced level of Ashtanga posture flow for experienced and advanced students who are looking to challenge themselves and deepen their practice. This is a VERY challenging and energetic practice that maximizes strength, flexibility and concentration. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

YOGA (LEVEL 1) KRIPALU BEGINNER

We offer the following yoga program. Kripalu Yoga is based on a 5,000 year old practice that helps to create self-awareness as well as calm and balance the body and mind. Release stored tension; strengthen, tone and align the body; while increasing circulation, concentration and flexibility. The postures and breathing techniques help build our energy reserves. This is a non-competitive form of exercise that is suitable for all ages and physical abilities. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

YOGA (LEVEL 2) KRIPALU INTERMEDIATE

We offer the following yoga program suited for participants who are ready to move into a moderately more vigorous workout. You will review the basic postures, learn additional postures and breathing techniques for relaxation. Yoga increases energy and vitality while releasing stress, strengthens and tonesthe body. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

YOGA (LEVEL 3) KRIPALU ADVANCED

We offer this class which includes challenging postures and breath work for students who wish to deepen their personal exploration of yoga. We will be focusing on lengtheningourbreathandholding postures longer. This will help to further develop strength, flexibility, concentration, determination and conscious will power  aimed towards accessing and deepening awareness. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

YOGA FOR MOMS AND BABIES

We offer this opportunity for moms and babies (two - ten months) to enjoy this time as you work together through various yoga movements. This is a chance for new moms to take time to stretch, tone and strengthen your body and that of your babies too! Please bring a blanket or towel to class. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

YOGA RESTORATIVE

We offer this class which will accommodate various physical challenges you may have and utilize gentle therapeutic yoga postures to slowly release tensions and gently increase mobility, flexibility and restore energy to the body. Excellent for fatigue; neck and knee pain; fybromyalgia and much more. Please bring a blanket to class. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

YOGA WORKSHOP - FOR THE HEART

For those dealing with heart disease this workshop, (based on the Dr. Dean Ornish program for reversing Heart Disease) is an introduction to postures, breathwork and deep relaxation as applied for cardiac and general health. The merits of a low fat vegetarian diet will also be discussed. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

YOGA WORKSHOP - LOWER BACK & HIPS

We offer this opportunity to work with gentle therapeutic yoga postures to prevent and relieve discomfort and increase strength and flexibility . Please bring a blanket to class. For more information consult the Adult Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

DROP-IN BADMINTON YOUTH

This recreational badminton program operates on a drop-in-basis. There will not

be an instructor in the class, however, the class will be monitored. Get your 12 – 18 year old geared up with their racquets and birdies and bring them down! Spaces are available on a first come, first serve basis with a max of 24 per session. For more information consult the Youth Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

DROP-IN DODGEBALL

Bring in your child for a variety of Dodgeball games including Kings Court, Dr. Dodgeball, Elimination Dodgeball and more!This drop-in is divided in to age groups 12-15 and 16-18. Check the times and location for the appropriate ages in the Youth Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

DROP-IN GAMES NIGHT

This drop-in program for youth ages 12-15 and includes the following: activities ping pong, music, XBox, board games, tournaments, and more!A staff member will be present to monitor the program. For more information consult the Youth Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

DROP-IN HOOPS

Does your child love basketball? This program will allow him or her to work on their shot or join a game of pick up ball. This is a drop-in program and will be monitored. Bring your children and their friends to have some fun! Maximum attendance is 30 participants and admittance is based on a first come, first serve basis. For more information consult the Youth Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

DROP-IN JAM SESSION: UNPLUGGED

Does your child love playing loud music, but you can’t necessarily stand the noise? Does he or she tell you they need a place to jam, and you’re not willing to give up your garage? Well then this is the solution for you and your child. Come drop by to see who is playing and join in. All unplugged instruments are welcome. For more information consult the Youth Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

FEATURE FILM MAKING

Think your child has what it takes to be the next Steven Spielberg or Peter Jackson?If you do, bring them in to join other future film directors in our state of the art mobile film studio. While there, your child, along with a cast of other creative minds will imagine, create and define their very own digital feature film production. They will write their own screenplays and use the latest Hollywood gear (Apple G5 I- MACS) and techniques to direct, produce, film, edit and compose their own stop soundtrackall to be showcased on their very own chaptered DVD. Don’t forget the end of session Film Festival, where you, your family and friends will enjoy your child’s movie up on the big screen. For more information consult the Youth Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

FRIDAY NIGHT DROP-IN

Looking for something for your child to do on a Friday night? Get them to come check out this drop-in program where you can do as much or as littleasyouwant. Available activities include basketball, music, crafts, table tennis, XBox, board games, and mini-tournaments. For more information consult the Youth Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

GLITZ AND GLAMOUR

This workshop for teenage girls will teach participants about taking care of their

skin and selecting the proper make-up for that natural or glitzy look. A qualified esthetician will show participants proper skin care, nail care and make-up application. For more information consult the Youth Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

GUITAR 101

Your child will learn proper handling of a guitar, basic theory, timing, strumming, reading music (both traditional notation and tablature) and chords. The remaining weeks will focus on songs of your choice with intermittent theory and technique lessons withreferencetomodernrock, punk, classical and folk music. Participants will have the option of participating in a recital at the end of the course. For more information consult the Youth Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

GUITAR 102

Youth already having knowledge of guitar basics will learn more advanced techniques including fingerstyles and picking. Familiar songs will be taught involving a wide variety of styles from classical to acoustic. Recognition of both written and tablature notation will be reviewed. Theory along with scales and advanced chords will also be viewed. For more information consult the Youth Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

INSTRUCTIONAL BABYSITTING COURSE

Your child can be recognized as a trained babysitter. Topics covered in this four-week course include: safety tips, how to handle emergencies, first aid for choking, burns, bleeding, child behaviour and creative children’s activities. NOTE: please have your child bring a doll/stuffed animal and a blanket. For more information consult the Youth Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

KICKBOXING - YOUTH

We offer your child this exciting NEW program. Kickboxing is one of the best workouts in the world for releasing the stress, tension and frustration. At the same

time, our classes tone muscle and reduce fat quickerthananyotherworkout. Plus, Kickboxing is safe, fun and utilizes the proven techniques of self defence. It’s the perfect workout. For more information consult the Youth Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

PILATES FOR TEENS

This program is for teen participants with little or no experience of Pilates.

Emphasizing precise breathing and smooth, flowing movements, regular practice of Pilates will help your teenager to gain a stronger, leaner, more graceful body and a more focused, attentive mind. For more information consult the Youth Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

SHOW TIME FOR TEENS

This dynamic, creative and instructional theatre performance program will educate and challenge High School students with an interest in both performance and technical theatre. Participants will work on character development, scene study, and thematic analysis as they prepare for their performance in a short play. At the same time, they will receive skilled training and hands on experience with production elements, as they design, build and create the set, lighting, sound, props and costumes for another short play. All will be showcased in a Canadian Youth Play Festival at a local theatre in March 2006. Participants of this program will also have the opportunity to perform at Disney World in July 2006! For more information consult the Youth Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

STOP MOTION VIDEO PRODUCITON

Does your child have what it takes to be a high powered animator in Hollywood?If so, let them join the other future animators in our state of the art mobile film studio. While there, your child, along with a cast of other creative minds will imagine, create and define your very own digital stop motion video production. They will write their own screenplay and use the latest Hollywood gear(AppleG5I-MACS, GREEN SCREENS)andtechniquestodirect, produce, filmandedittheirownstop Motion Short, all to be showcased on their very own DVD. Don’t forget the end of session Film Festival, where you, your family and friends will enjoy your movie up on the big screen. For more information consult the Youth Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

TENNIS YOUTH - BEGINNER 1

This program is for participants just starting to play the game of tennis. Your child will learn the fundamentals and proper techniques, while building friendships. For more information consult the Youth Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

TENNIS YOUTH - BEGINNER 2

This program is for the player with limited playing experience, who is still working on getting the ball over the net. Movement and coordination will be stressed, while developing specific techniques and racquet skills. The participant will have some knowledge of scoring, but will not be familiar with the basic positions and procedures for singles and double play. For more information consult the Youth Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

TENNIS YOUTH - INTERMEDIATE

This program is suitable for those players who can maintain a rally of 8 - 10 balls consistently and have a basic knowledge of grips, strokes plus serving techniques. Focus will be on becoming more comfortable with all strokes and the development of power and spin, in all aspects of the game. For more information consult the Youth Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

ULTIMATE FRISBEE - INTRODUCTION

Ultimate is a high-energy sport where ultimate players outrun, out jump, out throw, out catch, and out think their opponents. This introductory program will

include rules of the game, basic offensive and defensive strategies, scrimmages, and spirit of the game! For more information consult the Youth Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

YOGA FOR TEENS

We offer your child an opportunity to come tone, strengthen and stretch their body to help them feel good. Yoga helps one become more focused and reduce stress. For more information consult the Youth Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE

Does your child have game?This is a recreational league, the emphasis is fun!The first week will be used to evaluate skill level and create balanced teams. Each team will play a 30-45 minute game in each of the remaining weeks. For more information consult the Youth Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

YOUTH CO-ED REC. VOLLEYBALL

This Co-ed recreational volleyball program will review the basics of volleyball in the first couple of classes. Participants will then be divided in to teams for the remaining weeks to create a recreational league. For more information consult the Youth Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.

YOUTH HIP HOP - LEVEL ONE

Let your child Hip Hop their way to the latest dance craze! These energetic, up-beat, funky dance steps will have you moving to the music a whole new way. So grab your running shoes and get ready to bust a move. For more information consult the Youth Section of the Richmond Hill Fall Leisure Guide.