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Health, fitness and recreation programs, child minding and group fitness classes.

Currently unavailable * language instruction for new Canadians

Services and amenities * full fitness centre with cardio equipment, strength machines and free weights * double gymnasium * fitness studio and multi-purpose space * Child Minding room (free service for members) * meeting space for small groups

Theatre Woodstock offers a season of 5 shows running from October to June. Subscriptions are available to purchase for a discounted rate. Contact the box office for more information.
Stages at Theatre Woodstock is a youth theatre company with productions throughout the year which include junior/sophomore and senior company productions, as well as a summer camp over the month of Aug. For information on how to register, contact General Manager Stefannie Flannigan.

Great Big Theatre Company offers Acting Camps for youth ages 6-14 years. Camp Locations are held throughout Southwestern Ontario and the GTA * Activities include drama, theatre arts, song, dance, improv & games

Full-service child care spaces for infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children. Half-day program available for preschoolers that helps prepare them for the full-day Early Learning Program. Lunch and morning snack are provided

• before and after school program is available
  
• camps available for JK/SK and school-aged children
  
• school children are bussed to and from both elementary schools in the town of Burford

Preschool also operates Before and After School Programs at Burford District Elementary School and Blessed Sacrament School, in Burford

Overnight, co-ed camp program for children, youth and young adults. We can accommodate approximately 80 campers per week and children with special needs are included in our camp programs. We offer:

• 3-night/4-day Mini-Camp for ages 6-9
• Day camps for ages 5-11
• Overnight children's camp for ages 8-15
• SYAC (Supported Young Adult Camp) is a summer getaway for young adults with special needs ages 16-35
• Four-week Leader-in-Training (LIT) Program for 16 year olds
• Watsa Basketball camp for youth in grades 7-12
• Single Moms Camp for low-income single mothers and their children ages 5-12

All camp registrations are on a first come, first-serve basis.

Provides care for children from 18 months to 12 years of age including the following programs:

• Toddler (18 m to 2.5 years)
  
• Preschool (2.5 to 5 years)
  
• Before & After School Care (JK up to age 12)
  
• Summer Camp (JK up to age 12)

Child care centre

Secondary customer service office
Services include:

• dog park membership and key
• dog license and tag
• tennis court membership and key
• camp registration and recreation program registration

A 473 site campground with modern washrooms and laundry facilities. Lake excellent for swimming, boating, sailing and fishing. 30 kilometers of hiking and cycling trails, summer recreation programs, large day use area, special events include Family Fishing Derby, canoe and kayak rentals available. In winter, offers trails for hiking, snowshoeing, ungroomed cross-country skiing and groomed fat bike trails.

Environmental Education outdoors, hands-on, experiential programs that teach environmental concepts and foster an appreciation for the natural world.
Wildwood Outdoor School for school groups to Gr 12.
Wildwood Nature School - please contact directly for information.

Child care centre offering infant, toddler, preschool programs.
Also offers before and after school care, PD day and March Break programs and summer camps for school aged children.

Half-day summer program with games, bible stories, and snacks. Operates one week during the summer

Worship Services - 10 am (with childcare provided) in person by registration or live on YouTube. Nursery, Kids Church (SK-Grade 5) and Jr High (Grades 6-8) programs available - 10 am. Coffee time immediately follows the service. Community Meals - in-person, at the church at 5;15 pm, on the fourth Thu of every month from Sept - May. MBC Young Adults meeting Mon 7 pm. MBC Youth meet Tue 7 pm-8:30 pm - for kids in Grades 6 - 12. Moms and Munchkins is an informal drop-in program for parents and their infants, toddlers and preschool aged kids - 9 am-11 am. VBS Kids' Day Camp offered each summer. Children's program for families going through divorce, see separate entries for details. All volunteers working with children have signed Child and Youth Ministry Protection Policy. Contact the church office or refer to website for more information on small groups, Bible studies and Divorce Care program.

Child care centre offering infant, toddler, preschool programs.
Also offers before and after school care, PD day and March Break programs and summer camps for school aged children.

Summer camps. available across Ontario where children ages 5 to 13 can explore the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics through hands-on activities.

A nonprofit interfaith/intercultural spiritual centre offering:

• retreats and programs
  
• natural setting for facility rentals by groups, organizations and personal retreats
  
• accommodations
  
• meals from an on-site chef
  
• 117 acres of forest and fields on the banks of the Grand River

Facilities include:

• trails
  
• outdoor chapel
  
• labyrinth
  
• prayer room
  
• playground
  
• outdoor pool
  
• parking

Centre serves:

• United Church of Canada
  
• First Nations partners
  
• Muslim community partners
  
• variety of faith groups
  
• spiritual and not-religious

The Centre also hosts a variety of individuals, families, Nonprofit organizations, schools, camps and corporations in wellness programs and retreats

Facilities include;

• Six outdoor courts
• lighting for night play
• change room, lockers and shower facilities are available on the premises
• tournaments throughout the summer
• kids programs and summer day camps available

COVID19 Facility open with limited hours and COVID19 protocols. Online programming for Mind-Body-Spirit HERE

Fitness classes for all ages, educational and social programs, preschool programs, aquatic programs, pool, gym, licensed child care, day camps, fitness centre and youth centres.

Summer day camps offer a variety of programming for children ages 3-16 including: cooking, yoga, singing, art, sports, canoeing, swimming and karate.

Virtual 2SLGBTQ+ Newcomer Peer Support Group (for High School Students in Stratford-Perth County) - join discussions, make connections and increase your sense of belonging within the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Every week on Thu during Pride Month from 4 pm-5:30 pm via Zoom - attend as many, or as few, sessions as you like. Dates - Jun 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30. For more information contact Rebecca Mallozzi - 226-808-7358, or EMAIL

Gallery Stratford's Summer Art Classes

Three-day training camp for grade 8 girls that include workshops on body image, self-esteem, self-defense, high ropes course and an overnight camping experience

GIRLS stands for:

• growth
• independence
• respect
• leadership
• self-esteem

2022 dates not available at this time

STEP Camp is a 2-day technology skills summer camp that is held at St. Michael Catholic Secondary School, Stratford and gives youth in Grades 5-8 exposure to various trades including woodworking, electrical, welding, graphic design, small engine repair, hair styling and culinary arts. Busing available from Clinton and Seaforth.

Freedom Community Centre offers various programs to the community at affordable prices, including music lessons, a children's soccer league and summer day camps. Outdoor sports fields are open for community use.

Provides care for children from 18 months to 12 years of age including the following programs:

• Toddler (18 m to 2.5 years)
  
• Preschool (2.5 to 5 years)
  
• Before & After School Care (JK up to age 12)
  
• Summer Camp (JK up to age 12)

Provides care for children from birth to 12 years of age. Operates eight early learning and care centres and 11 before and after school youth development programs. Most programs are co-located with a school (WCDSB/WRDSB).

United Church camp with weekly residential and short term camps for children, youth and families throughout the summer months.
Camps for children 5 and up with an outdoor pool. Member of The Ontario Camps Association and Accredited UCC Camp. Available for rent outside summer months. Not a campground. Fee subsidies available

The Salvation Army Community and Family Services assists individuals and families in need

• Monthly Food hampers
• Clothing Vouchers
• Assistance for fire victims
• Christmas Toy Program
• Adventure Camp for children
• Share the Warmth Program