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Youth Programs
Art Club (8 Weeks)
Description: Let your creativity shine! Join us for a weekly art club and have fun with paints, crafts, experiments, and more!
Dates: October 1 – November 19
Ages: 6 – 12
Session Day & Time: Thursdays 6:15 – 7:15pm
Cost: Inclusive of Membership; Non-Members $50.00
Tumblebugs (8 Weeks)
Description: Tumblebugs is an introductory program for basic movement and modified gymnastics that is fun, safe, inclusive and developmentally appropriate for children in early childhood settings.
Ages: 4-7yrs
Dates: October 15 – December 3
Session Day and Time: Thursdays – 4:30 – 5:15pm (4-5yrs) 5:30 – 6:15pm (6-7yrs)
Cost: Inclusive of Membership; Non-Members - $80.00
SMILE
Description: SMILE is a Saturday morning gym & swim program for children and youth living in Cumberland County who have special needs. The program is offered to those who may otherwise not be able to participate in typical recreation programs and activities.
Ages: 3-21yrs
Dates:
October: 24, 31
November: 7, 14, 21, 28
January: 9, 16, 23, 30
February: 6, 27
March: 6, 13, 20, 27
Session Day & Time: Saturdays, 10:00am – 12:00pm
Cost: $80
Notes: Registration required. Register on the Member Portal.
Adult Programing
Introductory Line Dancing Program (8 weeks)
Description: Have you always wanted to see what line dancing is all about, but feel you might need a little extra time to learn? This program is for you! Designed for the ultra-beginner with little to no dance experience, participants will learn basic line dancing steps and combinations, have fun and socialize.
Dates: October 19 – December 7
Session Days & Times: Mondays from 10:15 - 11:00am
Cost: Inclusive of Membership; Non-Members - $40.00
Limited Space; Registration Required
Intro to the Weight Room (6 weeks)
Description: Not sure where to start? We’ve got you covered! Learn the basics, build your confidence, and discover how to safely use the equipment in our Weight Room. Bring your workout gear, indoor shoes, and an open mind. Whether you’re brand new or just need a refresher, come learn, lift, and feel at home!
Dates: October 7th to November 18th
Session Days & Times: Wednesdays from 5:30pm to 6:30pm
Cost: Inclusive of Membership; Non-Members - $150.00
Age: 16+ years old
Notes: Limited Space (6 people); Registration Required
4-on-4 Basketball – Drop In
Description: 4-on-4 pick-up basketball - weekly drop in offerings. Gather your friends and participate in an evening of team spirit and light competition in a fun and vibin’ environment.
Ages: 14yrs+
Start Date: September 14th
Session Days & Times: Mondays from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Cost: Inclusive of membership. Non-members - $5.00 per visit
Pickleball - Drop In
Description: Pickleball is a growing sport designed for all ages and skill levels. It’s a paddle sport with a mix between tennis, badminton and ping-pong. No experience required; teams will be divided at random.
Ages: 16yrs+
Dates: Ongoing
Session Days & Times: Sundays from 2:00pm to 4:30pm, Tuesdays from 9:30am – 11:30am and 7:30pm to 9:30pm, Thursdays 9:30am-11:30am and 7:30pm to 9:30pm and Saturdays 1:30pm-3:30pm
Cost: Inclusive of Membership; Pickleball Pass for Non-Members ($25 for 5 sessions)
Volleyball- Drop In
Description: Join us for a fun, weekly drop in offering of volleyball. All welcome; no experience necessary.
Ages: 14+
Start Date: September 3rd
Session Days & Times: Saturdays 5:30 - 7:30pm Adult (18yrs+)
Cost: FREE
Contact: For more information or to register, call (902) 667-9112 or email hfa@cumberland.ymca.ca
Fitness Recreation
Kinder Gym
Description: Balls, hoops, ride-on toys and the Bouncy Castle are just some of the fun activities that participants can look forward to during our drop in Kinder Gym sessions. YMCA Kinder Gym is a great place for children to make new friends, learn and play.
Ages: 5 - 9yrs
Start Date: Ongoing
Session Day & Time: Sundays, 9:00am to 10:00am
Cost: Inclusive of Membership;
$5.00 Non-Member (Parent & Child)
Notes: Parent Participation required.
Play Pals
Description: Balls, hoops and ride-on toys are just some of the fun activities that little ones can look forward to during Play Pal sessions, as well as the Bouncy Castle. Active play develops gross motor skills, strong muscles and healthy hearts. YMCA Play Pals is a great place for little ones and their parents to make new friends!
Ages: Preschool (0-4yrs)
Start Date: Ongoing
Session Day & Time: Sundays, 10:00am to 11:00am
Cost: Inclusive of Membership (Family Membership for under 3yrs or Child 3-4yrs);
$5.00 Non-Member (Parent & Child)
Notes: Parent Participation required.
Lifesaving Courses
Intermediate Workplace First Aid Recert (Includes CPR-C certification)
Description: SFA is for people who want a general knowledge of first aid principles and the emergency treatment of injuries. Skills include: victim assessment, rescue breathing, CPR, choking, and what to do for external bleeding, heart attack, and stroke.
Age: 12yrs +
Date: October 4, 2026
Time: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Cost: $75/Public Registration
Note: Current certification must not be expired as of course date.
Jr. Lifeguard Club (8 weeks)
Description: The Junior Lifeguard Club offers fun for kids who can swim at least 25m and tread water for 2 minutes. The Jr. Lifeguard Club provides an action-packed challenge for kids who love the water but want more than lessons. The Jr. Lifeguard Club is for quick learners, those between levels or programs who thrive in an energetic learning environment.
Ages: 8 - 13yrs
Start Date: September 29, 2026
Dates & Times: Tuesdays from 6:00 – 7:00pm
Cost: Inclusive of Membership; Non Members: $80.00
Intro to Comp (8 weeks)
Description: Intro to Comp is a 10-week program that introduces competitive swimming with a focus on technique, speed, and endurance, tightening the gap between swimming lessons and a swim team environment.
Note: Star 1 Swim Lessons level or equivalency is required.
Ages: 7yrs +
Start Date: October 7, 2026
Dates & Times: Wednesdays from 4:30 – 5:30pm
Cost: Inclusive of Membership; Non-Members: $80.00
Bronze Star: Date: TBA, Bronze Star is the prerequisite course to Bronze Medallion for youth under the age of 13 interested in taking there lifeguarding courses. This course is solely to test candidates skills and assess whether or not they will be ready for Bronze Medallion. (Youth aged 12 and younger CANNOT take Medallion without a Bronze Star Certification)
Bronze Medallion: Dates: TBD, Bronze Medallion is the prerequisite course to Bronze Cross. It teaches lifesaving skills and water safety to participants. Participants wanting to take Bronze Cross will need to complete this course first. Any participants under the age of 13 will have needed to complete Bronze Star first.
Bronze Cross: Dates: TBD, Bronze Cross prepares participants for lifeguarding as a Cross Guard, or Jr Guard. Participants must have successfully completed Bronze Medallion are eligible to take this course.
National Lifeguard: Dates: TBD, For participants 15 yrs + interested in becoming fully certified lifeguards. Successfully completion of Bronze Cross is required before taking this course.