Recreation Programs

Sportball offers kids (ages 4-12) the chance to experience a different sport each week. Led by our amazing Program Leaders, kids will get to learn the rules and improve their skills in the sport chosen each week. Sportball is available in Milverton, Sebringville and Shakespeare.

Milverton:
Dates: Thursdays from October 10th - May 15
Time: 5:00pm-7:00pm
Location: PERC Banquet Hall

Cancellations: February 27 & April 3

Sebringville:

Dates: Wednesdays October 9-May 16

Time: 5:00pm-7:00pm

Location: Central Perth Public School

Cancellations: March 12

Shakespeare:
Dates: Tuesdays October 9-May 16
Time: 5:00pm-7:00pm
Location(s): Sprucedale PS

Cancellations: March 11 (See March Break Schedule for alternative times)

Sportball is free for 2025! This project is supported by a grant from the Brian (Barney) Dale Memorial Fund, McGratten Children’s Fund, and Lloyd & Nancy Robertson Youth Initiative Fund, held with the Stratford Perth Community Foundation.

Youth Courses

Babysitting Course

The Canada Safety Council babysitters course is aimed at youth turning 12 years of age within the calendar year up to 17 years. The babysitters course provides youth with the knowledge of child development and behavioural problems, caring for the child, nutrition, basic first aid, handling emergencies, and more.

$20 to attend. We will provide a nutritious snack.

Upcoming Dates

April 12 9am-4pm @Perth East Recreation Complex

Home Alone

The Canada Safety Council Home Alone program is designed to teach children 10 years of age or older with the necessary skills and knowledge to be safe and responsible when home alone for short periods of time. The course will help kids understand how to prevent problems, handle real-life situations, and keep themselves safe and occupied.

$10 to attend. We will provide a nutritious snack.

Upcoming Dates

Check back for course in the Fall!

We appreciate the Optimist Club of Mornington and the Shakespeare Opti-Mrs Club for partnering with us on these course to provide them at a low cost to participants. Please consider supporting their various community projects!

Camps

Kids ages 4-12 can join our recreation team for a fun-filled time of crafts, sports, skating (when available), experiments, and more! Camp runs from 9am-4pm. Drop off between 8am-9am, pickup between 4-5pm.

PA Days

May 2 @PERC

Space Day

Kids Night Out

Hang out with our program staff for a fun filled evening of games and activities. Children ages 4-12 welcome.

Sebringville

April 11 - 6:00 - 10:00pm

Shakespeare

May 2 - 6:00 - 10:00pm

Tumbling

Develop flexibility, stamina, and physical strength while developing your tumbling skills. Our experienced instructor utilizes songs, games, and fun while teaching to make each class a blast!

April 14 - June 2, 2025 (Excludes Victoria Day)

Tumble with Me (18m-3y) 5:30 - 6:05pm

Tiny Tumblers (3-4) 6:10 - 6:45pm

Mini Tumblers (5-6) 6:50 - 7:35pm

Junior Tumblers (7+) 7:40 - 8:25pm

The racquet sport that is taking over can be played in a sings or doubles format. Whether you want to work on your groundstrokes or socialize, just remember... no volleys in the kitchen!

Milverton

Tuesdays 1:30-2:30pm

Wednesdays 10:00-11:00am

Wednesdays 6:00-9:00pm

Shakespeare

Tuesdays 7:45-9:15pm

April 1

Wednesdays 7-8:30pm

April 23

April 30

May 7

May 14

Wednesdays 8:15-9:45pm

April 9

April 16

Cynthia’s Sweets and Things will teach you how to ice the perfect cookie with your child! You will learn the difference between piping and flood icing, how to make designs in wet icing, and how to add depth to your cookies. Children ages 5-14 welcome with Mom to celebrate Mother’s Day early.

Milverton

May 4 1:00-3:00pm

This running group is designed to get just about anyone from the couch to running 5 kilometers or 30 minutes in just 9 weeks. Ideal for ages 16+. Meet ups planned once per week with the group to train, however this program consists of 3 workouts per week.

Shakespeare

Tuesdays April 29 - June 24

6:30pm

Milverton

Thursdays May 1 - June 26

6:30pm

Meet up with other parents/grandparents for a nice stroll with your young children.

Shakespeare

Mondays & Wednesdays

April 28 - September 17, 5:30-6:30pm

Milverton

Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays April 28 - September 19, 9:30-11:00pm

Tuesdays & Thursdays April 29 - September 18 5:30-6:30pm

Yoga

This physical and mental practice allows you to relax, engage your core, and develop strength. Ages 16+ of all abilities are welcome!

Tuesdays 7:00-7:45pm @PERC

March 11 - April 22

Tuesdays 6:00-7:00pm @ Sebringville Community Centre

April 22 - May 27

Wednesdays 6:30-7:15pm @PERC

March 19 - April 23

Thursdays 7:00-8:00pm @ Shakespeare Optimist Hall

April 24 - May 29

Chair Yoga with Community Outreach Services

This physical and mental practice allows you to relax, engage your core, develop strength, and maintain balance and mobility.

Wednesdays 9:30-10:30am

Starts January 8 2025

Zumba Gold with Community Outreach Services

Led by instructor Morgan, this Latin inspired style of fitness feels like a dance party and makes working out fun! Ages 55+ welcome

Tuesdays 5:30-6:15pm

March 19 - April 26

Ballroom Line Dancing

Led by instructor Melody, you don’t need any dance experience or special footwear. Learn the dance moves of the Mambo, Meringue, Jive, Cha Cha, Waltz, Tango and more. The hour includes a warmup and instruction on each basic dance and the sequence. Ages 16+ of all abilities welcome!

Thursdays 1:00-2:00pm @Shakespeare Optimist Hall

Join Community Outreach and Perth East recreation to learn about various topics through speakers and instructors while enjoying a luncheon provided by local caterers. Contact Community Outreach at (519) 595-8755 or Perth East Recreation Complex at (519) 595-8375 to book your spot!

April 8 @ PERC

81 Petals

May 31 @ PERC

Guide Dogs Program

June 10 @ PERC

Water Smart Education