Sports & Recreation

The costs associated with registering and participating in sport are rising. Here are some resources for parents that can help offset costs and not hinder your child's ability to play.

Children's Fitness Tax Credit – Government of Canada

Parents can claim up to $500 per year for eligible fitness expenses paid for each child who is under 16 years of age at the beginning of the year in which the expenses are paid. Find out more at 1-800-959-8281 or Children’s Fitness Tax Credit

MyRap - City of Moncton & YMCA of Greater Moncton

Moncton Youth Recreation Assistance Program provides limited financial assistance for children to participate in recreation programs who could not otherwise afford the registration fee. The purpose is to give every child and family the opportunity to participate in recreation activities. To aplpy for one of the financial assistance programs, visit the YMCA at 30 War Veterans Ave., call 857-0606 or visit www.ymcamoncton.ca

P.R.O. Kids – Town of Riverview

Positive Recreation Opportunities for Kids provides assistance to as many children (18 years & under) as possible who, due to lack of funds, are not able to participate in sport, art culture and recreation activities. Assists with registration, transportation of equipment needs. For more information contact Karen at 387-2051 or visit P.R.O. Kids

P.R.O. Kids – Ville de Dieppe

P.R.O. Kids has been created in Dieppe to help children aged 2 to 18, whose families may be experiencing certain hardships, to participate in sport, recreational or cultural activities. This program offers the possibility to register for activities that may not be otherwise accessible due to a lack of financial resources, materials, transportation or a particular family situation. There are two ways for the families to apply for the program: either by a referral from an intervening person in the community or by completing the registration form which is available at Dieppe’s Community Recreation Department. Uniform criteria will be used to determine the family’s admissibility in the program. All information will be held confidential. For more information, please contact 877-7900.

Kidsport Moncton

KidSport™ is a children’s charity with the objective of assisting children of families facing financial obstacles to participate in community sport programs. Children aged 5-18 are eligible and application deadlines are January 31, May 31 and September 30. For more information or to download an application form contact Serge Bourque at serge.bourque@gmail.com or visit www.sport.nb.ca/kidsport.

GENERAL

Bulldog Interactive Fitness

P.U.P.S. Program (Playing & Understanding Physical Activity & Sports)

  • Ages: children 3-5 yrs
  • Where: 1075 Mountain Rd. Moncton
  • Contact: 388-4040 or moncton@bulldoginteractivefitness.com or visit www.bulldoginteractivefitness.com
  • Comments: P.U.P.S. is a fun, pre-school physical fitness program that uses games and learning with 5 health related fitness components in mind - cardio, strength, endurance, flexibility and body composition. P.U.P.S is designed to help young children develop healthy attitudes about exercise from an early age, while building social and interpersonal skills by playing with other children. The focus is on fun and exploration. This class is parent optional.

Two-For-One Tuesdays

  • What: One person pays for a $15 session (90 minutes) and their friend gets in for free.

Friday Night Family Nights

  • When: 5:00 - 8:00 pm
  • Cost: $6.00 each
  • Comment: the entire Family can come out and enjoy one hour of Fun & Fitness together. Remember to bring indoor shoes and Gym appropriate clothing.

MY GYM - Children's Fitness Center

  • What: Children's Fitness Classes (parent participation up to 3 yrs.)
  • Ages: Children ages 6 weeks to 3 years
  • When: Classes commencing January 2009
  • Where: 6 George St, Moncton (corner of Collishaw and George in the CTV building)
  • Cost: Check the website for pricing options www.mygym.com/greatermoncton
  • Contact: call 855-5437(kids), email info@mygym-greatermoncton.ca or visit www.mygym.com/greatermoncton
  • Comments: Classes offered:

LITTLE BUNDLES: 6 weeks - 6 months The Little Bundles program provides a terrific opportunity for you to further the connection with your new baby. Through simple exercises, songs, dances, infant-safe rides and swings, our youngest members learn new skills that encourage their physical, emotional, social and intellectual progress. Weekly class discussions provide a great way to meet other parents, ask questions and share tips concerning your baby’s development.

TINY TYKES: 7 - 13 months Tiny Tykes and their parents are led through a variety of beginning stretches, exercises and introductory tumbling. As babies become mobile and acquire hand, arm and trunk control, they begin to understand that physical activity is loads of fun. This class is designed to help babies discover their natural abilities while enhancing physical and cognitive development.

WADDLERS: 14 - 22 months Now developing a wide range of abilities, Waddlers are introduced to beginning tumbling and agility skills. Interactive songs, dances, puppet shows and a variety of special rides are used to teach and entertain. Swings, Adventures and Explore Time add to the excitement. It's so much fun to watch children develop physically and socially as their love of activity grows.

GYMSTERS: 23 months - 2½ years At this age, your child’s attention span grows and allows for longer periods of focus. Emphasis is placed on age-appropriate balancing, tumbling, hanging and agility skills in a more structured format. Parent participation in songs, dances and games encourages positive attitudes toward fitness. Gymsters thrive in a program with fresh elements and a fun-filled atmosphere.

TERRIFIC TOTS: 2½ - 3¼ years This amazing hour is filled with pre-gymnastics, structured games and independent exploration. Children learn beginning sports skills, gain fine and gross motor proficiency and strengthen manipulative skills. As parental involvement is gradually decreased, our Terrific Tots are showered with positive reinforcement for becoming good listeners, following directions and cooperating in a group.

Mighty Mites: 3¼ - 4½ years Now participating in class independently, Mighty Mites take part in relays and more complex games and sports skills. Flexibility and agility are increased through more advanced gymnastics skills. Mighty Mites improve strength, fine and gross motor skills and hand-eye coordination, as they are nurtured and praised for self-reliance. The goals here are confidence and self-esteem!

Whiz Kids: 4½ - 6 years Children thrive as they work on gross motor skills such as running, jumping, hopping, skipping, throwing, kicking and catching. This class is specifically designed to build confidence, develop perseverance, increase self-control and ready our Whiz Kids for group sports. Maintaining a supportive, noncompetitive atmosphere is key in reaching this goal. Children who learn to enjoy physical activity and sports at this age are much more likely to remain active and benefit from a healthy lifestyle.

YMCA Weekend Sports

  • What: Indoor sports like basketball, indoor soccer, parachute and dodge ball
  • Ages: Children 3-5
  • When: Contact for times
  • Where: YMCA of Greater Moncton, 30 War Veterans Ave., Moncton
  • Cost: Youth/Child membership $27.00/month (membership fee provides access to all age appropriate programs)
  • Contact: 857-0606 or visit www.ymcamoncton.ca

YMCA Family Open Gym

  • When: Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:00-5:00pm
  • Where: YMCA of Greater Moncton, 30 War Veterans Ave., Moncton
  • Cost: Youth/Child membership $27.00/month (membership fee provides access to all age appropriate programs)
  • Contact: 857-0606 or visit www.ymcamoncton.ca

BOWLING

Fairlanes Preschool & Tot Playtime

  • What: Bowling
  • Ages: toddler and preschool children
  • When: the first Friday of every month 9:00am-12 noon
  • Where: 936 Mountain Rd, Moncton
  • Contact: 858-8740
  • Cost: $3.50 per child (bowling and shoe rental), adults and newborns are free.
  • Comment: Bowling for parents and children or they can play in the supervised playroom. Fairlanes is equipped with bumper lanes and a ball launcher for little ones. If you bring along snacks, please make them peanut free. This program does not run in the summer.

DANCE

DancEast Dance Centre de Danse

  • What: Pre-Ballet Programs: Music Mime & Movement & First Dance
  • Ages: 3 year olds
  • When: three annual semesters (fall, winter, spring)
  • Where: 449 St George St Moncton
  • Contact: 854-2863 or visit www.DancEast.com
  • Comment: Classes are one hour

Academy of Classical Ballet

  • What: Pre-ballet classes
  • When: next session TBA
  • Where: 700 rue Main St. Moncton
  • Contact: 853-PLIÉ (7543) or visit www.plie.ca

Twinkle - Toes Crossman Community Centre/Kay Arena

  • What: An introduction to dance for focusing on balance, coordination, agility, musicality and lots of fun.
  • Age: toddlers 3 - 5 years old
  • When: call for next session dates - 8 week program, 1 hour per week
  • Where: 99 Wynwood Dr., Moncton, NB
  • Contact: 388-9861 or Email: susan@summithealthfitness.com or visit www.summithealthfitness.com
  • Cost: $55.00 (Cash or Cheque)

Teddy Bear Ballet – Town of Riverview

  • What: 10-week dance program
  • Ages: children 3-5
  • When: Next session TBA
  • Where: Multipurpose Room, Parks & Recreation building, 55 Biggs Dr., Riverview
  • Cost: $45
  • Contact: 387-2024 or visit www.activeriverview.com
  • Comments: the class fills quickly, so arrive early to register.

Mini Moves

  • What: a creative movement dance class
  • Where: St Pat’s Family Centre
  • Ages: 3-5 year olds, boys and girls
  • When: 10 weeek sessions 45 minute classes
  • Cost: $30 for non members and free for existing members of St Pats.
  • Contact: 857-2024

GOLF

Louis Melanson Golf Academy

  • What: 4 sessions of 45 minutes. Soft introduction to golf using Snag Golf System (Start New at Golf)
  • Ages: children 4-6
  • When: beginning June or early July
  • Where: Dundee Sports Dome, Moncton
  • Cost: $65.00
  • Contact: call 858-7954 email: info@louismelansongolf.com or visit www.louismelansongolf.com
  • Comments: Objective is Fun, Fun and Fun! Introduce golf in a safe and fun environment. Kids will be active; they will learn the basic motor skills and golf skills.

GYMNASTICS

Beausejour Gymnos Gymnastics Club

  • What: Parent & Tots
  • Ages: 18 month to 3 years.
  • Where: 70 Limerick St.Moncton,
  • Contact: 858-5598 email: info@monctongymnastics.com or visit www.monctongymnastics.com
  • Comments: With the aid of their parents, the toddlers are introduced to all gymnastic events and experience the freedom of movement while following a program.

Beausejour Gymnos Gymnastics Club

  • What: Preschool
  • Ages: 3-5 years.
  • Where: 70 Limerick St.Moncton,
  • Contact: 858-5598 email: info@monctongymnastics.com or visit www.monctongymnastics.com
  • Comments: The program consists of practicing all the fundamental gymnastic skills combined with games and gym circuits.

Beausejour Gymnos Gymnastics Club

  • What: Preschool Open Gymnastics
  • Ages: children under 6
  • When: Every Wednesday and Friday 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Where: 70 Limerick St. Moncton
  • Cost: $6.00 per visit
  • Contact: 858-5598 email: info@monctongymnastics.com or visit www.monctongymnastics.com
  • Comments: This is a one hour supervised open gym time in which children, accompanied by an adult, may take advantage of our gymnastics facility. There is no prerequisite.

Club Extenso Rhythmic Gymnastics

  • What: Rhythmic Gymnastics combines the elements of ballet, gymnastics, theatrical dance and appratus manipulation through fun exercise and play with appratus' such as Ribbon, Ball, Hoop, Rope and Clubs
  • Ages: Recreational classes 3-8 yrs; pre-competitive 8+
  • When: Recreational classes Saturday 9:00 am - 10:00 am at Anna Malenfant School, Rue Central in Dieppe. Pre-Competitiven Saturday 10 am - 11:30 am at Anna Malenfant School, Rue Central in Dieppe and Wednesday 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm at Champlain School, Mill Road in Moncton
  • Contact: 850-2695 or 389-8183 email: extensogym@gmail.com

SKATING

Codiac Cyclones Speed Skating

  • Where: Arthur J. LeBlanc Centre, Dieppe
  • Contact: Usina Meier 384-3087 or www.codiaccyclones.com
  • Comments: information for the 2008-2009 season will be available in August/September

Mariposa Moncton Skating Club

Riverview Skating Club

Public Skating

Please note that public skates are subject to cancellations due to tournaments

Outdoor & Community Rinks (dependant upon weather conditions)

  • Skating Oval at Centennial Park, lights illuminate the oval at night
  • KaBoom! Rink, next to RockyStone Memorial Field, Centennial Park, St. George Blvd.
  • Mapleton Park, Moncton
  • Evergreen Park - Evergreen Drive
  • Grove Hamlet - Tamarack Terrace
  • Mapleton Place - Candlewood Drive
  • Lewisville - Edgehill and Glenmoor
  • Prince Edward - Givan Drive

Indoor Rinks

Byron Dobson Arena

  • Where: 90 Biggs Drive, Riverview
  • What:
    • Public Skates (Sat. 3:45-5:15; Sun 2:30-4:00) Adult $2.00 Child $1.00
    • Parent & Tot (Mon-Fri 1:30-2:30pm) Free
    • Child Skate (12yrs and under Tues 3:30-4:45; Fri 4:00-5:15) Free
    • Youth Skate (18yrs and under Wed. 3:30-4:45) Free

Moncton 4-Ice Centre

  • Where: 55 Russ Howard Dr. Moncton
  • What:
    • Parents & Tots (Mon-Fri 10-11am; Sun 11:30-12:30pm) $2.00/person
    • Learn to Skate (Wed 1:15 pm - 2:45 pm)
    • Public Skate (Mon-Wed 3:30-4:30pm; Sun 12:15-1:30pm) $2.00 per person

Crossman Community Centre-Kay Arena

  • Where: Glenwood Dr. Lewisville
  • What:
    • Public Skate (Sat 3:45-5:15pm; Sun 2:45-4:15pm)

Centenaire arena

  • Where: Notre-Dame St, Dieppe
  • Comment: All the skating sessions are free. A helmet is mandatory for the children 12 yrs and under.
  • What:
    • Students - (5 - 14 years old) - Friday - 3:30pm - 4:30pm
    • Adults & Pre-schoolers (5 yrs& under) - Wednesday - 9h30 - 11h00 & Friday - 1pm - 2:30pm
    • Family - Sunday - 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Arhtur-J-LeBlanc Centre - Olympic surface

  • Where: Melanson Road, Dieppe
  • Comment: All the skating sessions are free. A helmet is mandatory for the children 12 yrs and under.
  • What:
    • Adults&Pre-schoolers (5yrs and under) - Mon - 9h30 - 11h00; Tues, Thurs - 1pm - 2:30pm
    • Students - (6 - 14 years old) - Monday - 4pm - 5pm
    • Family - Sunday - 12:45 pm - 1:45 pm

SKIING

Cross-Country Trails

  • Bridgedale, Riverview
  • Irishtown Park
  • Mapleton Park
  • Centennial Park - the longest trail (orange) is well lit for night skiing
  • Dieppe Rotary Park

Downhill

Poley Mountain

  • What: Private lessons, Discover lessons (skiing & snowboarding), Snow School (6 week programs), and March Break and Christmas Camp
  • Ages: 3 yrs and up (depending on program)
  • Where: Sussex, NB Take exit 198 (Sussex Corner) and follow the blue skier signs.
  • Contact: 506-433-7669 or visit www.poleymountain.com

Ski Wentworth

  • What: Private lessons, Learn to ski/snowboard lessons, Snow School (9 week programs), and March Break and Christmas Camp
  • Ages: 5 yrs and up (depending on program)
  • Where: Truro, NS approx. 70 mins. from Moncton
  • Contact: 902-548-2808 or visit www.skiwentworth.ca

Crabbe Mountain

  • What: Private lessons, Disabled Ski, Learn to ski/snowboard lessons, Snow School (9 week programs), and March Break and Christmas Camp
  • Ages: 3 yrs and up (depending on program)
  • Where: Central Hainesville, NB (north of Fredericton) approx. 2.5 hours from Moncton, follow the blue skier signs.
  • Contact: 506-463-8311 or visit www.crabbemountain.com

SOCCER

Soccer Tots

  • What: 10-week, non-competitive indoor soccer program (once a week)
  • Ages: Age divisions range from 18 months – 9 yrs old
  • When: Fall session begins October 18, 2008, registration closes Sept. 20th
  • Where: Classes are located at the Sportsdome, Dieppe, Riverview and Shediac
  • Contact: 382-7529 or visit www.soccertots.net

Codiac Soccer

Riverview Soccer Association

  • What: Outdoor Soccer
  • Ages: 4’s (born in 2004)
  • When: registration begins April 26th ends May 12th
  • Cost: $65
  • Contact: Andre Veldan 389-3928 or visit www.riverviewsoccer.com
  • Comments: players need to have their own ball (size 3), shin pads, water bottle, sunscreen and bug repellent.

Club de Soccer Dieppe

  • Contact: Yvan Roy 384-1286

SWIMMING LESSONS

Consult the OTC’s Family Fun Calendar for Family & Public Swim dates & times.

Pat Crossman Memorial Aquatic Centre

  • What: Swim – Preschool (parent participation)
  • Ages: varies upon class
  • When: Various times and days. Registration begins June 21st 9am-2pm at RHS Mallway & June 23-27 9am-7pm at pool office.
  • Where: 400 Whitepine Rd. Riverview (Attached to Riverview High School)
  • Cost: contact for fees
  • Contact: Barb Hurlbut 387-2040 or bhurlbut@town.riverview.nb.ca or visit www.activeriverview.ca for more information.

St. Patrick’s Family Centre

  • What: Red Cross Pre-School Swim
  • Ages: Children 4 months - 5 yrs old
  • When: Various times and days
  • Where: 34 Providence St. Moncton
  • Cost: Members: free; non-members: $60.00
  • Contact: 857-2024
  • Comments: Some classes require parent participation. Contact for session dates.

YMCA of Greater Moncton

  • What: AquaSharks!
  • Ages: Children with physical disabilities & their families
  • When: Various times and days, see www.ymcamoncton.ca
  • Where: 30 War Veterans Ave., Moncton
  • Cost: Members: free; non-members drop-in fee of $5.25
  • Contact: 857-0606 or visit www.ymcamoncton.ca

YMCA of Greater Moncton

  • What: L’il Dipper Program
  • Ages: Infants – 5 years old
  • When: Various times and days, open registration, see www.ymcamoncton.ca
  • Where: 30 War Veterans Ave., Moncton
  • Cost: Youth/Child membership $27.00/month (membership fee provides access to all age appropriate programs)
  • Contact: 857-0606 or visit www.ymcamoncton.ca
  • Comments: This is an eight-level class that offers a balance of structured time with play time.

TENNIS

Tennis Moncton

  • What: Tennis for Tykes
  • Ages: children 4 and up
  • Where: Centennial Park
  • Contact: 853-7763 or visit www.tennismoncton.ca

YOGA

Baby & Parent Yoga

  • What: Yoga for babies and parents. Pregnant students are also welcomed and postures will be safely modified.
  • Where: Blue Lotus Yoga Studio, 454 St. George Street. (at Respiro Dancewear)
  • Cost: $80 for a six-week session. Drop-in class: $15
  • Age: We welcome babies from four/six weeks to crawling
  • Comment: In these classes the emphasis is on a gentle yoga practice for mothers, helping them get back in shape. Parents playfully bond with their new babies and the babies participate, enjoying stimulation as well as being integrated into the breathing and asana practice. This develops babies' awareness and lays a foundation for good health and serenity. It is recommend mothers wait about a month after an uncomplicated vaginal birth, three months after a C-section, before beginning or resuming a yoga practice
  • Contact: For more information and to register, please contact Joanna at yogabluelotus@gmail.com or phone 386.6727

Family Yoga

  • What: Family Yoga is a perfect opportunity for play, exercise and creativity, while reinforcing family unity and togetherness.
  • Ages: 9:00am - 9:50am: Children between 3-6 years old with parent/guardian; 10:00am - 10:50am: Children between 7-12 years old with parent/guardian
  • Where: Théâtre l’Escaouette, Espace Tycheco, 170 Botsford Street
  • Cost: for 10 weeks : (May be divided into monthly payments) $140 + tax for guardian and one child; $40 + tax for each additional child
  • Contact: Lise Bourgeois 855-8240 or 756-9008 or email lsa@nb.sympatico.ca
  • Comments: Please bring your own yoga mat and teddy bear. The first class will be for parents/guardians only. Lise Bourgeois' training includes Power Yoga, Yin Yoga, Bikram and Ashtanga, a 200 hours Hatha Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training Certification, a Prenatal and Postnatal Yoga Teacher Training, and the Foundations YogaKids® Facilitator Training and Certification Program.