We offer a variety programs. On top of annual seasonal programs such as baseball, gymnastics, soccer, swimming, and figure skating, we also sponsor other programs such as ping pong, pick-up hockey, and plenty of public skating.
We also work closely with minor hockey, and host a Junior C hockey team - the North Kawartha Knights, and we are always open to looking at new program ideas. In addition, there is the fully-equipped NKCC Fitness Centre and various fitness classes are available.
Please choose from the dropdowns below for more information, or contact us at 705-656-4445
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Ball Hockey is played from early May to the end of June, every year at the NKCC. For additional information about this and other programs, please take a look at our Spring and Summer Sports Programs flyer, or contact us at 705-656-4445.
Youth Ball Hockey is played on Wednesday evenings from May 8 to June 26, 2019. You can register at the NKCC. Tyke/Novice (ages 8 and under) play from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Atom/Peewee (ages 9 to 12) play from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Bantam/Midget (ages 13 to 18) play from 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Volunteers are a must.
The cost to play is $25 for each player. At the NKCC we accept cash, debit and cheques. Cheques made payable to: The Township of North Kawartha.
You can fill out the forms, register and pay for all of our Spring and Summer Sports Programs at the NKCC, If you prefer to fill out the form in advance, you can download the Spring/Summer 2019 Sports Registration Form. It may be more convenient to download, fill out and mail the form, along with a cheque (please do not send cash) to: NKCC Sports Registration
All Players must wear a hockey helmet with cage, running shoes, hockey gloves, and have a hockey stick. |
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For additional information about this and other programs, please take a look at our Spring and Summer Sports Programs flyer, or contact us at 705-656-4445. North Kawartha Youth BaseballYouth Baseball is played early July to the end of August, every year at the Lion's Park (335 McFadden Road, Apsley ON K0L 1A0).
Youth baseball is played Tuesday or Thursday evenings July 2 to August 29, 2019. T-Ball
Mosquito
Peewee
Midget
Fees The cost to play is $15 for each player. At the NKCC we accept cash, debit and cheques. Cheques made payable to: The Township of North Kawartha.
You can fill out the forms, register and pay for all of our Spring and Summer Sports Programs at the NKCC, If you prefer to fill out the form in advance, you can download the Spring/Summer 2019 Sports Registration Form. It may be more convenient to download, fill out and mail the form, along with a cheque (please do not send cash) to: NKCC Sports Registration
Running shoes, baseball glove, baseball hat. North Kawartha Adult 3-Pitch LeagueThe Adult 3-Pitch League season runs from Monday, May 13 to Wednesday, August 28, 2019 (playoffs inclusive). Registration You can register your team roster by April 26, 2019 at the NKCC. The cost to play is $150 for each team. Rules The North Kawartha Adult Baseball League follows the rules set out in the North Kawartha Adult 3-Pitch League Rules. Schedule Games are played at the Lion's Park and Wilson Park. Each team plays one game a week, starting at 6:30 pm. Click here to see the 2019 schedule when it becomes available.
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The North Kawartha Figure Skating ClubThe North Kawartha Figure Skating Club prides itself on providing programs for the entire community. Come and learn to skate with us, where our skaters love the action, music and fun. Then in March they get to display the results of all their hard work and dedication in a spectacular ice show. Figure skating lessons at the NKCC begin September 11, 2018 and end with the North Kawartha Figure Skating Club Annual Show on Saturday, March 23, 2019. Registration begins in August. With many skill levels, we are able to assess your child's skating abilities and place them in the appropriate group. Join the North Kawartha Figure Skating Club's Facebook page.
Learn to Skate coaches work with young skaters to develop balance and the basics of skating. Skaters work on forward and backwards skating. Intermediate Intermediate coaches work with skaters who have graduated our Learn to Skate program. Skaters start working on basic spins and jumps. Senior Senior coaches work with skaters who have graduated our Intermediate program. Skaters continue working on higher level jumps and spins. Registration You can fill out the forms, register and pay for the Figure Skating Club Program at the NKCC, At the North Kawartha Community Centre we accept cash, debit and cheques. Cheques to be made out to: The Township of North Kawartha. If you prefer to fill out the form in advance, you can download the Figure Skating Club 2018/19 Registration Form
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Ticket Ice Figure Skaters are welcome to come to the NKCC on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings from 7 am to 8:30 am for $3 per skater. Ticket Ice is open to all figure skaters wanting to work on figure skating manoeuvres, routines, etc.
Each year in March, the North Kawartha Figure Skating Club presents its annual Skating Show. This is a chance for the skaters to showcase the new skills they have learned, and practiced all season. The show is always highly entertaining, with a choreographed musical theme, charming costumes, wonderful back-drops and the infectious enthusiasm of the participants. This year's show is called "The Greatest Show On Ice" and takes place at 6 pm, on Saturday, March 23, 2019.
On the second Saturday in August (10/19), the North Kawartha Figure Skating Club presents an evening of professional comedy, delivered by the Yuk Yuk's stable of touring comedians. This is an age of majority event and there will be food available. The show takes place at the NKCC and proceeds benefit the North Kawartha Figure Skating Club. Doors open, refreshments and meals available at 6:30 pm. The first of three comedians takes to the stage at 8 pm. A great time is had by all! Tickets available now.
The current North Kawartha Figure Skating Club Newsletters may be viewed and downloaded here. Hard copies are also available at the NKCC. The newsletter contains information and dates which will be of interest to those who are enrolled in the program. Oct 2018 Newsletter Summer 2018 Figure Skating Boot Camp "Get Your Edge Back" at Figure Skating Boot Camp. Available to all intermediate and senior skaters. This preseason figure skating camp is being offered at the NKCC. The camp offers both on and off-ice conditioning classes that will get you ready for the upcoming figure skating season. The cost for all four full sessions is $75.00, which includes 5 hours of on-ice and 3 hours of off-ice instruction.
You can fill out the forms, register and pay for the Summer Figure Skating Boot Camp Program at the NKCC, At the North Kawartha Community Centre we accept cash, debit and cheques. Cheques to be made out to: The Township of North Kawartha. If you prefer to fill out the form in advance, you can download the Summer 2018 Figure Skating Boot Camp Registration Form here. It may be more convenient to download, fill out and mail the form, along with a cheque (please do not send cash) to: NKCC Sports Registration |
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NKCC Gymnastics has a mandate to build strength, agility, coordination and confidence in children ages 1 and up. We are a family friendly program focused on enhancing local children's athletic abilities, and instilling a life-long pattern of healthy habits. Gymnastics runs year-round and is divided into several sessions, accommodating differing skill levels. Register early, to ensure your child gets a preferred spot. Winter 2019 GymnasticsWinter Gymnastics takes place at the NKCC from January 07 to April 12, 2019. (Excluding Family Day, March Break, and Easter) Level placement is based on age and/or ability, therefore some age groups overlap.
Parents and Tots (Ages 1 to 5) - Monday 5:00 pm to 5:30 pm - $50 Toddler Tumble (Ages 3 to 5) - Wednesday 5:30 pm to 6:00 pm - $50 Intermediate (Ages 6 and Up) - Wednesday 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - $100 Junior Advanced (Ages 6 to 10) - Monday 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - $100 Senior Advanced (Ages 11 and Up) - Monday 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm - $100 Obstacle Course (Ages 6 to 10) - Tuesday 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - $125 Obstacle Course (Ages 11 and Up) - Tuesday 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm - $125
You can fill out the forms, register and pay for the Winter Gymnastics Program at the NKCC, At the North Kawartha Community Centre we accept cash, debit and cheques. Cheques to be made out to: The Township of North Kawartha. If you prefer to fill out the form in advance, you can download the Winter Gymnastics 2019 Registration Form here.
The current North Kawartha Gymnastics Newsletter may be viewed and downloaded here. Hard copies are also available at the NKCC. The newsletter contains information and dates which will be of interest to those who are enrolled in the program. Summer Gymnastics 2018Summer Gymnastics classes took place at the NKCC from July 11 to August 27, 2018 and wrapped up with a show on Wednesday, August 29. Classes: Wednesdays July 11 to August 22, 2018 Show Rehearsal: Monday, August 27, 2018 Show: Wednesday, August 29, 2018 Lesson Times Junior (Ages 5 and under) - Wednesdays 3:30 pm to 4:00 pm - $40 Intermediate (Ages 6 and up) - Wednesdays 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - $80 Advanced (based on ability, to age 16) - Wednesdays 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm - $80 All Fees Include HST
You can fill out the forms, register and pay for the Summer Gymnastics Program at the NKCC, At the North Kawartha Community Centre we accept cash, debit and cheques. Cheques to be made out to: The Township of North Kawartha. If you prefer to fill out the form in advance, you can download the Summer 2018 Gymnastics Registration Form here. It may be more convenient to download, fill out and mail the form, along with a cheque (please do not send cash) to: NKCC Sports Registration
Celebrate your child's birthday with a fun and exciting gymnastics party at the NKCC! For $65 an hour (minimum 3 hours) you get full use of the Banquet Hall and kitchen. We can accommodate up to 12 children, and we supply the coach, assistant coach (for parties with 6 or more children), and gymnastics equipment. To register for your Gymnastics Birthday Party, please speak to coach Robin.
From time to time we hold "Drop in Days" to encourage gymnastics students and those who are interested in gymnastics to come out for a day of exercise and fun with coach Robin. Participants can sign up for an hour or more, have fun and learn new gymnastics skills. Check here for upcoming dates.
Enjoy advanced fitness with Adult Gymnastics. We begin with deep stretching, continue with balancing and skills on equipment. The most important factor in starting adult gymnastics is, it's fun! Learning how to tumble, flip, swing, and come as close as possible to self-powered flight, is a blast. It is possible to learn something new, every single class or workout that is attended. If you are an adult and think you are "too old" to start. Think again. Take on a challenge and join us!
Schedule First class: Currently on hiatus Last class: Fees One class per week for six weeks $52.50 + HST Drop in Fee $12 It is not necessary to have a Fitness Centre Membership to participate in the Adult Gymnastics program. However, a participant who holds an Annual Fitness Centre Membership receives a 10% discount off the class fee. Registration Register at the NKCC. Payment is by cash, cheque, or debit. Cheques made payable to: Township of North Kawartha To ensure the running of the Adult Gymnastic classes, please register in advance. If the minimum number of participants are not registered (5), the class will not run. |
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Adult Hockey LeagueWe offer an Adult Hockey League that plays at the NKCC from September to March, Thursday evenings 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm. If you are interested in playing or putting a team in the League, please contact us at 705-656-4445. Apsley Minor Hockey Association (AMHA)AMHA games and practices take place at the NKCC from October to March. See Apsley Minor Hockey, or contact Apsley Minor Hockey for more details. Pick-Up HockeyRegular Pick-Up Hockey takes place at the NKCC from September to March. The cost is $5 per player, Wednesday evenings from 9:00 pm to 10:30 pm. OldtimersWe offer an Oldtimers League that plays at the NKCC from September to March, Tuesday evenings 9:30 pm to 10:30 pm. If you are interested, please contact 705-761-4371. Summer Hockey School (Ivy Hockey Academy)The Annual North Kawartha Summer Hockey School is held in the week before Labour Day. For more information about the school, and the 2018 schedule
If you are interested in registering visit Ivy Hockey Academy or call 905-882-9424. Summer Ball HockeyBall Hockey is played from early May to the end of June every year at the NKCC. All Players must wear a hockey helmet with cage, running shoes and hockey gloves. Youth Ball HockeyYouth Ball Hockey is played on Wednesday evenings. Tyke/Novice (ages 8 and under) play from 6:00 pm to 6:45 pm. Atom/Peewee (ages 9 to 13) play from 6:45 pm to 7:30 pm. Volunteers are a must. Adult Ball HockeyAdult Ball Hockey is played on Wednesday evenings 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm. The cost is is $2 per player. |
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In most instances there is additional registration information available by clicking on the program you are interested in. To sign up for any program, it's preferable to register at the NKCC. At the NKCC we accept cash, cheque or debit. Cheques to be made out to: The Township of North Kawartha. If you prefer to fill out the form in advance, you can download most registration forms from the webpage of the program you're interested in. NKCC Sports Registration |
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Lacrosse is played May to June every year at the NKCC. For additional information about this and other programs, please take a look at our Spring and Summer 2019 Sports Programs flyer, or contact us at 705-656-4445. Schedule Youth Lacrosse is played on Friday evenings May 10 to June 28, 2019. Tyke/Novice (age 8 and under) 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm Atom/Peewee (ages 9 to 12) 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm Bantam/Midget (ages 13 to 18) 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm Volunteers are a must. Fees The cost to play is $25 for each player. At the NKCC we accept cash, debit and cheques. Cheques made payable to: The Township of North Kawartha. Registration You can fill out the forms, register and pay for all of our Spring and Summer Sports Programs at the NKCC, If you prefer to fill out the form in advance, you can download the Spring/Summer 2019 Sports Registration Form here. It may be more convenient to download, fill out and mail the form, along with a cheque (please do not send cash) to: NKCC Sports Registration Equipment All Players must wear a hockey/lacrosse helmet with cage, shorts, jock/jill, shoulder pads, elbow pads, running shoes and hockey/lacrosse gloves. Lacrosse sticks are available at the NKCC for League use. |
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North Kawartha KnightsThe Township of North Kawartha is pleased to be home to the North Kawartha Knights Junior C hockey franchise. The Knights' home games are played predominately on Saturday nights at the NKCC. The inaugural season for the Knights began in September 2014. You can view the press conference, reports and interviews from September 16, 2014, by clicking in this section. The Knights 2018/19 has come to an end. Click here for the Knights' 2019/20 schedule when it becomes available, or visit the North Kawartha Knights for complete schedules, stats, rosters, links to "live" game stats and the PJHL (Provincial Junior Hockey League) website, contact information, sponsorship opportunities and more! The Knights can also be reached at the NKCC by calling 705-656-9189. |
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Woodview (Wilson Park Community Centre)Line Dancing in Woodview is a drop in program offered from September to May. If you are interested, you can attend on Monday evenings at the WPCC. Call 705-656-4445 for more information. |
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The Parks and Recreation department is always looking for more programs to offer. We are open to suggestions so please contact us at 705-656-4445. We suggest you check the recreation pages often to see new ideas we are working on. |
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Monday 7:00 am to 8:30 am - Figure Skating Ticket Ice ($3/person) Monday 11:00 am to 1:00 pm - Public Skating ($2/skater or $5/family) Tuesday 11:00 am to 1:00 pm - Public Skating ($2/skater or $5/family) Wednesday 7:00 am to 8:30 am - Figure Skating Ticket Ice ($3/person) Wednesday 11:00 am to 1:00 pm - Public Skating ($2/skater or $5/family) Wednesday 3:00 pm to 5:30 pm - Loonie Skate ($1/skater) Wednesday 9:00 pm to 10:30 pm - Pick Up Hockey ($5/player) Thursday 11:00 am to 1:00 pm - Public Skating ($2/skater or $5/family) Friday 7:00 am to 8:30 am - Figure Skating Ticket Ice ($3/person) Saturday 11:00 am to 1:00 pm - Public Skating ($2/skater or $5/family) Sunday 11:00 am to 1:00 pm - Public Skating $2/skater or $5/family)
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Soccer is played May to June every year at Lion's Park. For additional information about the North Kawartha Soccer League (NKSL) and other activities, please take a look at our Spring and Summer 2019 Sports Programs flyer or contact us at 705-656-4445. Schedule Soccer is played on Thursday evenings May 9 to June 27, 2019. U5 U8 U12 U18
The cost to play is $15 for each player. At the NKCC we accept cash, debit and cheques. Cheques made payable to: The Township of North Kawartha.
You can fill out the forms, register and pay for all of our Spring and Summer 2019 Sports Programs at the NKCC, If you prefer to fill out the form in advance, you can download the Spring/Summer Sports 2019 Registration Form here. It may be more convenient to download, fill out and mail the form, along with a cheque (please do not send cash) to: NKCC Sports Registration
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Summer 2019For additional information about this and other programs, please contact us at 705-656-4445. The Peterborough Public Health website has lots of valuable information pertaining to swimming and public beaches, including current test results. Both the Red Cross and the Lifesaving Society Swim Programs will be offered again this year at Chandos, Quarry Bay Beach and on Jack Lake (between Forest Glen Marina and Anchorage Marina). Red Cross Swim lessons are 30 minutes in length. Lifesaving Society Bronze Program lessons are 45 to 60 minutes in length. Please note: The times listed below are approximate, and subject to change, dependent upon enrollment. All sessions run every weekday, Monday through Friday, inclusive. Exceptions are the first Monday of each session (last-minute enrollment day), holidays (Civic Holiday) and for weather-related issues such as thunderstorms when lightning is present.
First session: July 9th to July 26th. Lesson times scheduled in the afternoon (Approximately between 1:30 pm and 4:30 pm). Please register in advance by completing the form below and dropping it off at the NKCC, or by scanning and emailing the form to us. Last-minute registration at the beach on July 8th from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm. Once registration is closed, classes can be assigned and you will be contacted with class times. Second session: July 30th to August 16th. Lesson times scheduled in the morning (Approximately between 8:30 am and 12:30 pm). Please register in advance by completing the form below and dropping it off at the NKCC, or by scanning and emailing the form to us. Last-minute registration at the beach on July 29th from 9:00 am to 10:30 am. Once registration is closed, classes can be assigned and you will be contacted with class times.
July 9th to July 26th. Lesson times scheduled in the morning (Approximately between 8:30 am and 12:30 pm). Please register in advance by completing the form below and dropping it off at the NKCC, or by scanning and emailing the form to us. Last-minute registration at the beach on July 8th from 9:00 am to 10:30 am. Once registration is closed, classes can be assigned and you will be contacted with class times.
July 30th to August 16th. Lesson times scheduled in the afternoon (Approximately between 1:30 pm and 4:30 pm). Please register in advance by completing the form below and dropping it off at the NKCC, or by scanning and emailing the form to us. Last-minute registration at the marina on July 29th from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. Once registration is closed, classes can be assigned and you will be contacted with class times.
Fees Red Cross Program Fees: $50.00 one child/$90.00 two children/$125 three or more children. Multiple children discount must be immediate family members. Lifesaving Society Bronze Program Fees: $110.00 per participant plus manual ($50.00) and exam ($50.00).
You can fill out the forms, register and pay in advance for the Swimming Program, at the NKCC, At the North Kawartha Community Centre we accept cash, debit and cheques. Cheques made payable to: The Township of North Kawartha. If you prefer to mail the form in advance, you can download the 2019 Swimming Registration Form. (Please be sure to complete both pages). Fill out and mail the form, along with a cheque (please do not send cash) to: NKCC Sports Registration |
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The double tennis courts at the Wilson Park Community Centre (66 Northey's Bay Road, Woodview, ON K0L 3E0) are active from May through October. The courts can accommodate pickleball as well as traditional tennis. The pickleball lines are yellow, in order to differentiate them from the white tennis lines. Additionally, there is the Wilson Park Ladies Tennis Club, for those interested in joining up with like-minded players.
1. Seasonal Single $50.00 (Each single membership is permitted one guest). 2. Seasonal Family $100.00 (A family consists of immediate family, only. Verification may be requested at courts. Each family member is permitted a guest. A family membership may be issued 2 keys). 3. Daily Rental $10.00 (plus a $40.00 refundable deposit for key). Key must be returned within 48 hours to obtain the refund. 4. Add $10 to options 1 or 2 above, and become a member of The Wilson Park Ladies Tennis Club. Each club member must purchase a seasonal membership, before joining the club. If court key is lost, there will be a $20.00 Replacement Fee.
Wednesday mornings (9 am-12 pm) are reserved for The Wilson Park Ladies Tennis Club.
Seasonal memberships and daily rentals may be purchased at the following locations: Woodview General Store - 6220 Highway 28, Woodview, ON K0L 3E0 - 705-654-4224 (Cash or cheque only) North Kawartha Community Centre (NKCC) - 340 McFadden Road, Apsley, ON K0L 1A0 - 705-656-4445 ext 251 or 252.
To enroll in The Wilson Park Ladies Tennis Club, there is a $10.00 fee. However, you must have first purchased a seasonal membership as listed above. Club memberships may be purchased only at the following location: North Kawartha Community Centre (NKCC) - 340 McFadden Road, Apsley, ON K0L 1A0 - 705-656-4445 ext 251 or 252.
To enroll in the Wilson Park Ladies Tennis Club, there is a $10.00 fee. However, you must have first purchased a seasonal membership as listed above. Benefits to joining the Tennis Club include: like-minded people to play with, reserved court time on Wednesday mornings from 9 am to 12 pm and access to a Tennis Pro when arranged by the Club. The Club arranges its own games and times on Wednesday mornings. Please note: The Club has a maximum membership of 10 players. For more information about The Wilson Park Ladies Tennis Club, you may contact Eleanor Burns at 705-559-1006, or at eleanorburns12642@gmail.com.
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Adult Volleyball for male and female adults (ages 18 and up) is played on Monday nights, from 7 pm to 9 pm, at The Apsley Public School (238 Burleigh Street, Apsley ON K0L 1A0). This is a wonderful opportunity for North Kawartha residents to share both pleasantry and exercise in a comfortable, clean, new, public schol gymnasium, once each week through the long winter months and into Spring. Both experienced and non-experienced players will enjoy the time shared in competitive but affable moments! For additional information regarding Adult Volleyball, please contact Brian Conley at 705-656-2695 or email: b.conley2139@gmail.com. |
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